context,response Waiter ! ," I'll be with you in a second . Uh ... Yes , ma'am ? " " I'll be with you in a second . Uh ... Yes , ma'am ? ", This is not what I asked for . I'm afraid . This is not what I asked for . I'm afraid . ," Oh , I'm so sorry . May I ask what you ordered again ? " " Oh , I'm so sorry . May I ask what you ordered again ? "," Yes . What I ordered is roast beef , not roast beef sandwiches . " Why are you always staring at Melissa ? Do you like her or something ? , Mind your own business . How long can I keep these books ? , A month . Don't forget to return them by the due date . A month . Don't forget to return them by the due date . , What if I can't finish them by then ? What if I can't finish them by then ? , Bring them back to the circulation desk and renew them . Bring them back to the circulation desk and renew them . , Any terrible fines ? Any terrible fines ? , Sure . Would you please teach me how to use the computer ? ," Sure , let's take a look at the menu first . " " Sure , let's take a look at the menu first . ", Do I have to turn on the computer ? Do I have to turn on the computer ? ," yes , we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time . And this will help us understand both better . " " yes , we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time . And this will help us understand both better . ", What should I learn first ? What should I learn first ? ," Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ? " " Right now I'll teach you to open files , save files and copy files . Are you ready ? "," I am ready I am going to get , let's start ! " "Julia , look at me ! I'm gaining weight . How could I lose weight ? Do you have any good ideas ? "," Since summer is coming , I think swimming is a good way for you to do . " " Since summer is coming , I think swimming is a good way for you to do . ", Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Of course ! Swimming can help you stay in shape by targeting all parts of your body . Of course ! Swimming can help you stay in shape by targeting all parts of your body . , Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ? Really ? Does swimming have other advantages ? , It could also help you increase vital capacity . It could also help you increase vital capacity . ," That ’ s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight . " " That ’ s great . Okay , from now on I would swim three times a week . I hope I can get rid of the weight . ", You will make it if you persist in it . Has anyone told you about Jessica's party coming up ? , I was told about it already . I'm just waiting for my invitation . I was told about it already . I'm just waiting for my invitation . , Is that right ? I already got my invitation from her earlier . Is that right ? I already got my invitation from her earlier . , I believe that she will give me the invitation today . I believe that she will give me the invitation today . , Are you even going to go ? Are you even going to go ? ," Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year . " " Yeah , it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year . "," Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun . " " Exactly , it seems like it's going to be loads of fun . ", When exactly does the party start ? When exactly does the party start ? , The invitation says it starts at 8 The invitation says it starts at 8 , Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ? Has she given out a lot of invitations yet ? ," I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though . " " I have no idea , she hasn't given out many though . "," I'm planning on going , but I really need her to give me my invitation . " I got a promotion . Lunch is on me . , It ’ s great . Bob refused all his classmates ' invitation . , I really couldn't understand him . I really couldn't understand him . ," He is surely a hard nut , nobody likes approaching him . " " He is surely a hard nut , nobody likes approaching him . ", We'd better leave him alone . Excuse me . I wonder if you can help me . , I'll try my best . I'll try my best . , I'm completely lost . I'm trying to find the way to my daughter's home . I'm completely lost . I'm trying to find the way to my daughter's home . , Please tell me where your daughter's home is . Please tell me where your daughter's home is . , Her home is between the China hotel and Li Sheng Theater . Her home is between the China hotel and Li Sheng Theater . , Turn right at the second traffic light and you will see it on your left . Turn right at the second traffic light and you will see it on your left . , I'm grateful to you . I'm grateful to you . , It's a pleasure . "Ok , let ’ s go through this one more time . I don ’ t want anymore ruined or dyed blouses ! "," I know , I know . OK , so I have to separate the colors from the whites and put them in this strange looking contraption so called washing machine . " " I know , I know . OK , so I have to separate the colors from the whites and put them in this strange looking contraption so called washing machine . "," Right . You have to turn it on and program it depending on what type of clothes you are washing . For example for delicates , you should set a shorter washing cycle . Also , be sure to use fabric softener and this detergent when washing . " " Right . You have to turn it on and program it depending on what type of clothes you are washing . For example for delicates , you should set a shorter washing cycle . Also , be sure to use fabric softener and this detergent when washing . "," So complicated ! Ok , what about this red wine stain ? How do I get it out ? " " So complicated ! Ok , what about this red wine stain ? How do I get it out ? "," Since this is a white t-shirt , you can just pour a little bit of bleach on it and it will do the trick . " " Since this is a white t-shirt , you can just pour a little bit of bleach on it and it will do the trick . ", Cool . Then I can just throw everything in the dryer for an hour and it ’ s all set right ? Cool . Then I can just throw everything in the dryer for an hour and it ’ s all set right ? ," No ! Since you are washing delicates and cotton , you should set the dryer to medium heat and for twenty minutes . " " No ! Since you are washing delicates and cotton , you should set the dryer to medium heat and for twenty minutes . ", You know what ? I ’ ll just have everything dry cleaned . Will it be all right to visit you this evening ? ," I'm sorry , but I have an appointment this evening.How about tomorrow evening ? " " I'm sorry , but I have an appointment this evening.How about tomorrow evening ? ", It's fine with me . I've typed the report . , Well done . Well done . , And I've filed the letters . And I've filed the letters . , Excellent job . Excellent job . , And I've checked the orders . And I've checked the orders . , I'm very impressed . I'm very impressed . , And I've ordered the supplies . And I've ordered the supplies . , Congratulations . You should be very proud of yourself . Did you see who the suspect was ? , I got a perfect look at the suspect . I got a perfect look at the suspect . , Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ? Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ? , That'll be easy . That'll be easy . , Please take a careful look at these five men . Please take a careful look at these five men . , Okay . Okay . , Is the suspect in this line ? Is the suspect in this line ? , I see him . I see him . , Which number is he ? Which number is he ? , The suspect is number four . The suspect is number four . , Your cooperation is very much appreciated . Your cooperation is very much appreciated . , I'm happy to be of assistance . "Good morning , I ’ d like to book a flight from Beijing to Shanghai , please . ", I see . When are you travelling ? I see . When are you travelling ? , I ’ d like to fly next Friday . I ’ d like to fly next Friday . , Is that a return journey or just one-way ? Is that a return journey or just one-way ? ," One-way , please . I ’ m flying back to London from Shanghai . " " One-way , please . I ’ m flying back to London from Shanghai . ", Ok . That will be 1400RMB please . Ok . That will be 1400RMB please . , How long is the flight ? How long is the flight ? , It ’ s about three hours . can you help me pick out some fabric for a suit ? I'm going to get one made for a friend's wedding . , sure . What kind of material do you want for the suit to be made from ? sure . What kind of material do you want for the suit to be made from ? ," it depends on the price , but I was thinking of getting a wool / cashmere blend . " " it depends on the price , but I was thinking of getting a wool / cashmere blend . "," that will probably be quite expensive , but the more you pay for the fabric , the longer it'll last and the better it'll look . What color do you want the suit to be ? " " that will probably be quite expensive , but the more you pay for the fabric , the longer it'll last and the better it'll look . What color do you want the suit to be ? ", I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit . I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit . ," brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ? " " brown , huh ? Isn't that a bit dull ? ", haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black . haven't you heard ? Brown is the new black . ," why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything — a funeral , a wedding , a job interview — anything ! " " why don't you just get black ? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything — a funeral , a wedding , a job interview — anything ! "," that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest . " " that may be true , but black is so boring . Anyway , I already have three black suits . I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest . ", here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ? here are two different shades of brown . Which one do you prefer ? ," I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler . " " I like the one on the left , but I don't like the pattern on it . It's too much . I want a pattern that's a bit subtler . ", how about this one ? how about this one ? , I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made . I think that will do . Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made . ," ok , let's go . " "Good evening , I have a reservation under the name of Tomlinson . ", Ok I ’ Ve found it . Checking out on the 27th ? Ok I ’ Ve found it . Checking out on the 27th ? , That ’ s right . That ’ s right . , Can I take a credit card for the deposit ? Can I take a credit card for the deposit ? ," Yes , sure . Also , I ’ d like a non-smoking room please . " " Yes , sure . Also , I ’ d like a non-smoking room please . ", Certainly madam . Here ’ s your key . Your room is on the 7th floor and on the left . Room 781 . Check out is at 12 noon . What's your main range ? ," Generally speaking , we provide bikes for both gentlemen and ladies , size 19 , 21 , 23 , 25 and 27 inches . We can vary the colors according to the buyer's requirements . Here are the catalogues and the pattern books . They will give you a rough idea about our products . " " Generally speaking , we provide bikes for both gentlemen and ladies , size 19 , 21 , 23 , 25 and 27 inches . We can vary the colors according to the buyer's requirements . Here are the catalogues and the pattern books . They will give you a rough idea about our products . ", I am interested in your flying pigeon bicycles . I think some of these items will find a ready market in Canada . But what our customers appreciate most is a reliable product . I am interested in your flying pigeon bicycles . I think some of these items will find a ready market in Canada . But what our customers appreciate most is a reliable product . ," To be reliable is the strong point of our products . As a matter of fact , it's always our practice to supply high quality goods at reasonable prices . Flying pigeon is the best of its kind at the price . " " To be reliable is the strong point of our products . As a matter of fact , it's always our practice to supply high quality goods at reasonable prices . Flying pigeon is the best of its kind at the price . "," Then I'd like to know your availability of the products and the terms of sales , such as mode of payment , delivery , discounts , etc . " "Frank , I want your advice on something . Some scientists I met at the conference 6 this afternoon have invited me to a party . Actually , they called it an informal get-together . ", And what ’ s the problem ? And what ’ s the problem ? ," When I asked how people were going to dress , Dr . Lite said it was casual . " " When I asked how people were going to dress , Dr . Lite said it was casual . ", And you want to know what to wear ? And you want to know what to wear ? ," Well , last night I went out with some journalists for a casual party , but I was overdressed . I wore what I consider casual - - an outfit of skirt , blouse , scarf , and medium heels ... you know . " " Well , last night I went out with some journalists for a casual party , but I was overdressed . I wore what I consider casual - - an outfit of skirt , blouse , scarf , and medium heels ... you know . ", That sounds just right to me . What was wrong with it ? That sounds just right to me . What was wrong with it ? , Everyone else there was wearing blue jeans . Several of the women had on running shoes . I felt out of place . So I have no idea what to wear tonight . Everyone else there was wearing blue jeans . Several of the women had on running shoes . I felt out of place . So I have no idea what to wear tonight . , My guess is you can safely wear last night ’ s outfit to tonight ’ s party . "Good evening , madam . May I help you ? "," Yes , do you have a table for five ? " " Yes , do you have a table for five ? "," Yes , would you like smoking or non-smoking ? " " Yes , would you like smoking or non-smoking ? "," We'd like a non-smoking room , please . " " We'd like a non-smoking room , please . "," No problem . Follow me , please . " "Liz , you were supposed to have had those contracts typed up by now . ", I was supposed to do that ? I thought Sharon was responsible for that . I was supposed to do that ? I thought Sharon was responsible for that . ," No , Liz . I asked you specifically . Don ’ t you remember ? " " No , Liz . I asked you specifically . Don ’ t you remember ? "," I ’ m really sorry , Mr . Samuel . I really don ’ t remember that . " What happened to Nancy ? She is all sweetness and light today . , She is going to get married . She is going to get married . , No wonder ! Who is the bridegroom ? No wonder ! Who is the bridegroom ? , I don ’ t know . "Where are you going , Tony ? ", It's none of your business . It's none of your business . , Mom said you couldn't go out . Mom said you couldn't go out . , I'm going out anyway . Get out of my way . Wow ! Your fruit looks really fresh ! How much are these apples ? , The apples are 30NT each . How many would you like ? The apples are 30NT each . How many would you like ? ," Let's see , 30NT is about ... almost a dollar US . What ? ! How about these pineapples ? " " Let's see , 30NT is about ... almost a dollar US . What ? ! How about these pineapples ? "," They're 250NT each , but they're not edible . They're only used for worship . " " They're 250NT each , but they're not edible . They're only used for worship . "," Hmm , 250NT is ... 8 dollars ? ! ! And you can't even eat them ? You're crazy ! " " Hmm , 250NT is ... 8 dollars ? ! ! And you can't even eat them ? You're crazy ! ", Wait ! Don't go just yet . These bananas are pretty cheap--only 35NT for this bunch . Wait ! Don't go just yet . These bananas are pretty cheap--only 35NT for this bunch . ," Now that's more like it ! Bananas have lots of potassium , too ! " " Now that's more like it ! Bananas have lots of potassium , too ! "," They're also good for your digestion ! Would you like some kiwis , too ? " " They're also good for your digestion ! Would you like some kiwis , too ? ", Are they from Taiwan ? Are they from Taiwan ? , They're imported from New Zealand . Four for 50NT . Nine for a hundred . They're imported from New Zealand . Four for 50NT . Nine for a hundred . , OK . I'll take four kiwis . "Laura , what are you going to do today ? ", I'm going shopping . I'm going shopping . , What time are you leaving ? What time are you leaving ? , I'm going to leave around 4 O'clock . I'm going to leave around 4 O'clock . , Will you buy a ham sandwich for me at the store ? Will you buy a ham sandwich for me at the store ? , OK . OK . , Do you have enough money ? Do you have enough money ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , How much do you have ? How much do you have ? , 25 dollars . Do you think that's enough ? 25 dollars . Do you think that's enough ? , That's not very much . That's not very much . , I think it's OK . I also have two credit cards . I think it's OK . I also have two credit cards . , Let me give you another ten dollars . Let me give you another ten dollars . , Thanks . See you later . Thanks . See you later . , Bye . "I love breathing fresh air in the suburb places , while sitting in the morning sunshine . "," I can't agree more , honey . We need to get away from work from time to time . " " I can't agree more , honey . We need to get away from work from time to time . "," Yeah , just return to nature and feel the thrills of its beauty . " " Yeah , just return to nature and feel the thrills of its beauty . ", We are nor alone here . So many other families ! We are nor alone here . So many other families ! , Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings . Sure . The sunny days of spring are ideal for outdoor gatherings . ," Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn . " " Well , let's go over there and put a blanket on the lawn . "," OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff . " " OK , you go back to our car and fetch the picnic stuff . "," Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ? " " Oh , so heavy ! What have you put in here ? "," Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys . " " Nothing special . Food , drinks , and Daniel's kangaroo toys . ", Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ? Toys ? Why do we need toys for a picnic ? , He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do . He said he would like to be our tour director and he lined up many things to do . ," Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science . " " Sure , then . May it really be a day of enjoyment . Other than that , we can also teach him something about science . "," Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic ! " " Science ? What are you talking about ? Forget about your science , OK ? It's a picnic ! ", I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world . I mean we can inspire him for a deeper understanding of the natural world . , I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day . I can't agree on that . Just cut it out . Give him a break and don't spoil the day . ," Well , OK . you are always right . " "Hey , you ’ re early ! Where ’ s everyone ? ", Well ... I told them not to come . I made a reservation just for the two of us . I thought we could have an quiet evening all to ourselves . Well ... I told them not to come . I made a reservation just for the two of us . I thought we could have an quiet evening all to ourselves . , Oh ... why ? Oh ... why ? ," Jennifer , there ’ s something I wanna ask you . " " Jennifer , there ’ s something I wanna ask you . ", Sure . What is it ? Sure . What is it ? ," Hmm ... okay , here ’ s the thing . I ’ Ve always seen you as more than just a friend , and I can ’ t take it any more . I know you better than anyone , I know the pros and cons of your personality , I even know what side of the bed is yours ! I think we would be great together , don ’ t you ? " " Hmm ... okay , here ’ s the thing . I ’ Ve always seen you as more than just a friend , and I can ’ t take it any more . I know you better than anyone , I know the pros and cons of your personality , I even know what side of the bed is yours ! I think we would be great together , don ’ t you ? ", Are you serious ? We ’ Ve been friends for years ! We can ’ t just change that overnight ! Are you serious ? We ’ Ve been friends for years ! We can ’ t just change that overnight ! ," I know ! I never had the guts to tell you ... until today . So , what do you say ? Are you willing to give me a shot ? " " I know ! I never had the guts to tell you ... until today . So , what do you say ? Are you willing to give me a shot ? ", I ... I ... "Hey Sandra , what's wrong ? You look furious ! ", I've had it with Tim ! I think I'm going to quit ! I've had it with Tim ! I think I'm going to quit ! , But Sandra ... you love your job ! You spent months trying to get this position . It's perfect for you ! But Sandra ... you love your job ! You spent months trying to get this position . It's perfect for you ! , Yeah ... I know . But I'm sick and tired of all the office power struggles ! Yeah ... I know . But I'm sick and tired of all the office power struggles ! , What kind of power struggles are you talking about ? What kind of power struggles are you talking about ? ," Basically , I think Tim is threatened by me . I'm doing a better job than he is so he's trying to sabotage my career ! " " Basically , I think Tim is threatened by me . I'm doing a better job than he is so he's trying to sabotage my career ! ", So he talks about you behind your back ? So he talks about you behind your back ? , Yes . He's all nice and friendly to my face . But the second I turn around he stabs me in the back ! Yes . He's all nice and friendly to my face . But the second I turn around he stabs me in the back ! , I had a worker like that once . She was always taking credit for my ideas . I had a worker like that once . She was always taking credit for my ideas . , I should keep a better record of my correspondence with the clients so if necessary I can prove it was my effort . I should keep a better record of my correspondence with the clients so if necessary I can prove it was my effort . ," My co-worker had a whole bunch of bad office habits . She liked to name-drop ... we would be in a meeting and she would say , yesterday I was chatting with Tom . She meant Tom Solomon ... our CEO . " Excuse me . Something is wrong with my bank card . Can you help me ? , Yes . What's the problem ? Yes . What's the problem ? ," Just a mistake with my name . It should be issued as Steven , but the card is under the name ' Steven ' . " " Just a mistake with my name . It should be issued as Steven , but the card is under the name ' Steven ' . "," Oh , I am very sorry about that . It's our fault . I will arrange someone to correct it immediately . " " Oh , I am very sorry about that . It's our fault . I will arrange someone to correct it immediately . "," OK , no problem . To err is human . " " OK , no problem . To err is human . "," Anyway , we apologize for the inconvenience we have brought you . Please just wait for a moment , and it will be fixed . " " Anyway , we apologize for the inconvenience we have brought you . Please just wait for a moment , and it will be fixed . ", Thank you very much . "Matthew , do you know much about body language in countries around the world ? "," Sure , I've picked up a few things from travelling around for work . Why ? " " Sure , I've picked up a few things from travelling around for work . Why ? "," Well , I had a meeting today with a woman from Japan and she wouldn't stop bowing ! I didn't know what to do ! " " Well , I had a meeting today with a woman from Japan and she wouldn't stop bowing ! I didn't know what to do ! ", Did you bow back ? Did you bow back ? ," No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended . " " No , I tried to shake her hand , but her hand was so limp I was a bit offended . "," Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake . " " Well , Japanese businessmen and women typically bow to greet each other in Japan . She might have been offended by your strong handshake . ", But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ? But she was in America ! Shouldn't she have known that strong handshakes in America signify confidence and respect ? ," Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude . " " Things are different in Japan . You know , in some countries , making eye contact with others is considered rude . ", Is that why she wouldn ’ t look at me in the meeting ? Is that why she wouldn ’ t look at me in the meeting ? ," I think it's highly possible , yes . " " I think it's highly possible , yes . ", The meeting really didn ’ t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country . The meeting really didn ’ t go down well at all . I think I need to read up about intercultural communication before I have another meeting with someone from another country . ," That's a good idea . When you don ’ t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone . " " That's a good idea . When you don ’ t know much about other cultures , the simplest thing can offend someone . ", That's so true . It's great that we see eye to eye on this . "Hello , police office ? "," Yes , May I help you ? " " Yes , May I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to report a case . Somebody broke into my house . " " Yes , I'd like to report a case . Somebody broke into my house . ", When did that happen ? When did that happen ? , It happened in the morning . I just came home from work and found the lock broken . It happened in the morning . I just came home from work and found the lock broken . , Is anything lost ? Is anything lost ? , I don't know . I called the police as soon as I found the lock broken . I don't know . I called the police as soon as I found the lock broken . ," OK , we will send some men as soon as possible . " " OK , we will send some men as soon as possible . ", Please be quick . Please be quick . ," OK , we will . What's your name and address ? " " OK , we will . What's your name and address ? "," My name is Benjamin , and I live in Broad-Gate Street 2101 . " " My name is Benjamin , and I live in Broad-Gate Street 2101 . "," OK , got it . Please don't worry sir . We will be there soon . " " OK , got it . Please don't worry sir . We will be there soon . ", Thank you very much . Where should I sit ? , Why don't you sit in the back with me ? Why don't you sit in the back with me ? , Okay . Okay . ," By the way , what's your last name ? I forgot what it is . " " By the way , what's your last name ? I forgot what it is . ", It's Lin . It's spelled L-I-N . It's Lin . It's spelled L-I-N . , R-I-N ? R-I-N ? ," My pronunciation is not very good . It's L-I-N , Lin . " " My pronunciation is not very good . It's L-I-N , Lin . ", I got it . Mary Lin . I got it . Mary Lin . , Lin is a common Chinese last name . How'd you like to go on a bungee jump this weekend ? , I'm not sure . I promised to help my sister move Saturday . I'm not sure . I promised to help my sister move Saturday . ," How about Sunday , then ? We could start in the morning . " " How about Sunday , then ? We could start in the morning . ", I might be able to do that . But I don't think I can do it well . I might be able to do that . But I don't think I can do it well . ," Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most . " " Don't worry . It is a test of physical endurance , intelligence . Just to finish it is considered a victory for most . ", OK . I'll talk to you later . "May , is the university a terrible place ? ", Surely not . Life in the university is fun . Why did you ask ? Surely not . Life in the university is fun . Why did you ask ? , Because you study day in and day out for the entrance exam . So I figure you would study even harder after you ’ Ve got in . Because you study day in and day out for the entrance exam . So I figure you would study even harder after you ’ Ve got in . ," Studying in the university is not easy , but it's not as arduous as you think . " " Studying in the university is not easy , but it's not as arduous as you think . ", How do you know that ? You haven't got in yet . How do you know that ? You haven't got in yet . ," Of course I know . I once attended Lisa's class , sitting quietly at the back of the classroom . " " Of course I know . I once attended Lisa's class , sitting quietly at the back of the classroom . "," Oh , really ? Were you not caught ? " " Oh , really ? Were you not caught ? "," Of course not . You are allowed to attend any lecture , only if there are empty seats for you and you don't disturb the class . In universities , you study in a free and creative environment . " " Of course not . You are allowed to attend any lecture , only if there are empty seats for you and you don't disturb the class . In universities , you study in a free and creative environment . ", What do you want to study in the university ? Have you thought about it ? What do you want to study in the university ? Have you thought about it ? ," This question has really been bothering me . I like Chinese literature , you know . But economics is really hot now , and it has a very good career prospect . " " This question has really been bothering me . I like Chinese literature , you know . But economics is really hot now , and it has a very good career prospect . "," I will choose what I like . You don't know what a torture it is for me to study English , because I don't like English . " " I will choose what I like . You don't know what a torture it is for me to study English , because I don't like English . "," Though I like Chinese literature very much , I'm also interested in economics . It's a tough choice to make . " " Though I like Chinese literature very much , I'm also interested in economics . It's a tough choice to make . ", You can decide later . You will have choices before you submit your university application form . You can decide later . You will have choices before you submit your university application form . , Right . I have lots of time to think carefully before I make my final decision . What's your number ? , I'm number seven . What about you ? I'm number seven . What about you ? , Five . Five . , Hah hah ! You have to go before me . Hah hah ! You have to go before me . , You think it's funny . I'm terrified . You think it's funny . I'm terrified . , Don't worry . It's safe . Don't worry . It's safe . , But I've never jumped off anything in my life . The highest thing I've jumped off is my bed . I'm scared . But I've never jumped off anything in my life . The highest thing I've jumped off is my bed . I'm scared . ," You are the one who wanted to come here , Sandy . You should enjoy it . " " You are the one who wanted to come here , Sandy . You should enjoy it . "," I guess I'm adventuresome , but then I'm scared too . " " I guess I'm adventuresome , but then I'm scared too . ", I'm not too scared . But I've done sky diving before . What can I help you with today ? , I would like to make a deposit . I would like to make a deposit . , Will that be cash or check ? Will that be cash or check ? , I ’ m depositing a check . I ’ m depositing a check . ," Could you sign the back of the check , please ? " " Could you sign the back of the check , please ? ", All right . Here you go . All right . Here you go . , Would you like any cash back ? Would you like any cash back ? , That would be great . That would be great . , How much would you like ? How much would you like ? , I would like $ 150 . I would like $ 150 . , Here is your $ 150 . Here is your $ 150 . , Thanks for everything . Why don't we Chinese have our own Valentine's Day ? , Of course we have . It's on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month . Of course we have . It's on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month . , Oh ? Why is that day ? Oh ? Why is that day ? ," It is said that the Cowherd and the Spinster , the lover stars in heaven , can only meet on the seventh Eve , so this day has become the Lover's Day . " You look a bit under the weather . , I am not feeling all the great . I think I have that crud that is going around . I am not feeling all the great . I think I have that crud that is going around . , I know that it ’ s going around the dorms . I know that it ’ s going around the dorms . , My boyfriend hasn ’ t been feeling so well . Maybe he passed it on to me . My boyfriend hasn ’ t been feeling so well . Maybe he passed it on to me . , I have some cold tablets if you would like one . I have some cold tablets if you would like one . ," Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup . " " Mostly , I feel like I need some rest and hot soup . ", Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold . Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold . , My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold . My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold . , You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions . You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions . ," If things don ’ t get better in a few days , I will look for some other solutions . " What would you have ? , I'll try Chinese wine . I'll try Chinese wine . ," What about this dry red ? It's good indeed , it never goes to the head . " " What about this dry red ? It's good indeed , it never goes to the head . "," OK . Give me one , please . " " OK . Give me one , please . ", Here it is . Here it is . , Thank you . Thank you . , I'm always at your service . Mike has changed much after marriage . ," Yeah . He ’ s almost become a slave , his wife is leading him by the nose . " " Yeah . He ’ s almost become a slave , his wife is leading him by the nose . ", It ’ s unbelievable . He used to be such a rough guy . We look forward to your early reply and trust that through our mutual cooperation we shall be able to conclude this transaction with you in the near future . , Thank you for your consideration . We will inform you of our intention as soon as possible . Thank you for your consideration . We will inform you of our intention as soon as possible . , I hope you'll see that we are really doing our utmost . "Michelle , Can you help me clean things up before we go ? ", Sure . Where should I put this cup ? Sure . Where should I put this cup ? , Which cup ? Which cup ? , The red one . The red one . , Put it on the table . Put it on the table . , How about this fruit ? How about this fruit ? ," Oh , that goes in the refrigerator . " " Oh , that goes in the refrigerator . ", And those pencils ? What should I do with them ? And those pencils ? What should I do with them ? , Bring those upstairs and put them in the bedroom . Bring those upstairs and put them in the bedroom . , How about this pen ? How about this pen ? , Give it to me . I need to use it . Give it to me . I need to use it . , What do you want me to do with that paper over there ? What do you want me to do with that paper over there ? , You can throw that away . I don't need it anymore . You can throw that away . I don't need it anymore . , The trash is full . The trash is full . ," Alright , then please put it in a bag and take it outside . " " Alright , then please put it in a bag and take it outside . ", OK . Now what ? OK . Now what ? , I think we're finished . Can you please turn off the lights and shut the door ? I think we're finished . Can you please turn off the lights and shut the door ? , Sure . I just saw Something About Mary last night . It was hilarious . , David took me to it last week . I thought it was a little sick . David took me to it last week . I thought it was a little sick . ," What do you mean sick ? It was really funny , don't you think ? " " What do you mean sick ? It was really funny , don't you think ? ", It was entertaining in some ways . But in general I didn't like it . It was entertaining in some ways . But in general I didn't like it . , Why not ? Why not ? , I just think the humor was too gross . There were too many disgusting things in it . I don't think a comedy has to have so much smut to be funny . I just think the humor was too gross . There were too many disgusting things in it . I don't think a comedy has to have so much smut to be funny . , It wasn't a dirty movie . There wasn't even any nudity . It wasn't a dirty movie . There wasn't even any nudity . ," No , you're right . But nudity doesn't bother me . What bothered me were all the jokes about masturbation , stuff like that . It was too sick . " " No , you're right . But nudity doesn't bother me . What bothered me were all the jokes about masturbation , stuff like that . It was too sick . "," Oh , you are too conservative . It's just realistic . " " Oh , you are too conservative . It's just realistic . ", I don't think it's realistic . I thought it was sick . Why does a movie have to use that kind of humor ? I don't think it's realistic . I thought it was sick . Why does a movie have to use that kind of humor ? , People think it's funny . Have you noticed the Mexican restaurant on the other side of this street ? ," You mean the one with the yellow bricks ? But last time I saw it , it wasn ’ t really in business yet . I saw some people inside furnishing the rooms . Is it open now ? " " You mean the one with the yellow bricks ? But last time I saw it , it wasn ’ t really in business yet . I saw some people inside furnishing the rooms . Is it open now ? "," Yes , someone give me a pamphlet introducing the restaurant and its business hours when I passed by this morning.So , let ’ s have a try . My treat . " " Yes , someone give me a pamphlet introducing the restaurant and its business hours when I passed by this morning.So , let ’ s have a try . My treat . "," Great , I like the idea of trying some new food . " " Great , I like the idea of trying some new food . ", Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world . Good for you . Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world . ," Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hygiene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . " " Also some traditional Chinese food , like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality . I heard this year , the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hygiene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control . ", For sure all the customers will benefit from this . "Mary , could you please come in for a short while ? ", No problem . No problem . ," Mary , I'd like you to meet Richard , Our new executive in the marketing . " " Mary , I'd like you to meet Richard , Our new executive in the marketing . "," Nice to meet you , Austin . " " Nice to meet you , Austin . ", Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here . Welcome to our department . I hope you'll like it here . ," By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together . " " By the way , Richard will assist me in the planning work . I hope you can work well together . "," Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me . " " Sure , if you've got any problem you can ask me . ", Thank you.It ' s very kind of you . Thank you.It ' s very kind of you . ," Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out . " " Richard , Mary is a very helpful and experienced secretary indeed , and I'm sure you will find out . "," Thank you , sir . I'll try my best to assist Richard in his work . " "How's everything , Janice ? ", I sent my resume to a computer company and am waiting for their call . I sent my resume to a computer company and am waiting for their call . , Which company ? Which company ? ," Pineapple Computer Company . A secretary is needed there , and it is worth a try . Do you get any information or advertisement for employment ? " " Pineapple Computer Company . A secretary is needed there , and it is worth a try . Do you get any information or advertisement for employment ? "," Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ... " " Yep ! I got some , in which I am interested . But ... "," But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties . " " But what ? You always act like this , when you face difficulties . ", YOU GET ME ! YOU GET ME ! , All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave . All the fears are nothing . You can make it . There is no other choice for you . Be brave . , Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow . Seemingly there is no turning back . I have to face it somehow . , It's all or nothing . "Excuse me , where is the nearest gas station ? ", Go along this street to the traffic lights . Go along this street to the traffic lights . , To the traffic lights ? To the traffic lights ? ," That's right , and turn left at the lights . " " That's right , and turn left at the lights . ", Left at the lights ? Left at the lights ? , And then right at the bridge . And then right at the bridge . , Right at the bridge ? Right at the bridge ? , Yes . The gas station is on the left . And you can't miss it . Hello ! Is your taxi engaged ? ," No , this taxi is free . " " No , this taxi is free . ", Please take me to the Honging Hotel . Please take me to the Honging Hotel . , OK . Please get in . I'm glad to serve you . OK . Please get in . I'm glad to serve you . , Could you get there in twenty minutes ? Could you get there in twenty minutes ? , It will take half an hour to get to the hotel . It will take half an hour to get to the hotel . , I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . I have a friend waiting for me . ," OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes . " " OK , I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes . ", Thanks . "It's the 17th week now , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . "," Oh , the final exam is coming soon . I feel a little bit nervous . " " Oh , the final exam is coming soon . I feel a little bit nervous . ", Take it easy . There is still one more week left before the exam begins . Have you prepared for it well ? Take it easy . There is still one more week left before the exam begins . Have you prepared for it well ? ," No , I haven't began my preparations . " " No , I haven't began my preparations . ", Then shall we make preparations together ? Then shall we make preparations together ? , Great . You can help me a lot with English . Great . You can help me a lot with English . , All right . But I am very poor at math . Would you like to help me with my math ? All right . But I am very poor at math . Would you like to help me with my math ? , No problem . Does he know that he has already at his wits ' end ? , I think he has realized that . But he is still whistling in the dark by putting up an act . I think he has realized that . But he is still whistling in the dark by putting up an act . , He might be driven up a wall . You should not handle your relation with him with kid gloves . He might be driven up a wall . You should not handle your relation with him with kid gloves . ," But when I noticed that he was left in the cold , I could not help wanting to help him to get out of the situation . " "Hello , Sara are you finished packing yet ? Do you need a hand ? "," Thanks . Dad , but I can manage it myself . " " Thanks . Dad , but I can manage it myself . ", Make sure you have your ID card . You will need it while you travel . Make sure you have your ID card . You will need it while you travel . ," Yes , I know . The problem is that I can't find it . Where did you put it ? " " Yes , I know . The problem is that I can't find it . Where did you put it ? ", All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer . All your important documents and certificates should be in the desk drawer . ," Oh , yes , here it is . " " Oh , yes , here it is . ", Sara ? Sara ? , What's up ? What's up ? ," Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost " " Did you buy a map ? Traveling can be really inconvenient without one , and you could even wind up lost ", No . Dad . We have a tour guide . No . Dad . We have a tour guide . ," Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ? " " Also , take these pills in case you have any airsickness , and take some cold medicine , too . How about some band-aids ? "," No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you ! " " No , I won't get sick . I promise . Ok . I've finished . Bye , Dad . See you ! "," Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella . " " Take care , dear ! Be careful ! Oh Sara , wait a minute ! You forget your raincoat and umbrella . "," Dad , that's all right . I don't think it will rain . And it doesn't make any sense to take that many things on a trip . Besides I like to travel light . Bye ! " How is he ? , Not very well . He was white about the gills . Not very well . He was white about the gills . , Did he see the doctor ? Did he see the doctor ? ," Yeah , but he refused to take the medicine . " " Yeah , but he refused to take the medicine . ", Why ? Why ? , I don't know the reason . "Miss Wang , would you mind my asking you a personal question ? "," No , not at all . Go ahead . " " No , not at all . Go ahead . ", Are you married ? Are you married ? , Yes . Is that so important ? Yes . Is that so important ? ," Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ? " " Frankly yes . We like to employ married people . By the way , do you have any children ? "," Yes , I have a three-year-old son . " "Excuse me , waiter . Could we change our table for that one ? My wife is quite interested in the scenery . ", I am sorry . That table has been booked . I am sorry . That table has been booked . , It doesn't matter . This one is fine . May I help you ? , Have you any package tour to Italy ? Have you any package tour to Italy ? ," Yes , of course . Here are all the tour routes we have to Italy . " " Yes , of course . Here are all the tour routes we have to Italy . ", How long does the route No . 5 last ? How long does the route No . 5 last ? , 2 weeks . Is that OK ? 2 weeks . Is that OK ? , We have just 10 days for the vacation . What qualities do you think a business manager should possess ? ," Creativity , the ability to organize , the entrepreneur's spirit , comprehensive knowledge of human studies , ability of gathering information , expert competence of communication and deep professional skills . " " Creativity , the ability to organize , the entrepreneur's spirit , comprehensive knowledge of human studies , ability of gathering information , expert competence of communication and deep professional skills . "," If a client complains about the service of your department , what will you do ? " " If a client complains about the service of your department , what will you do ? "," If I'm in the service center . I'll listen to the client patiently , and accept the criticism objectively . Then I will have the claim reasonably settled . " I haven ’ t met Bob for years . How is he ? , He has been keeping bach after divorce . He has been keeping bach after divorce . , He would have recovered from the stress and got married again . He would have recovered from the stress and got married again . ," Once bitten , twice shy . He said he would rather keep bach than to live in disgust . " I finally went out to dinner with him last night . , Just the two of you ? Just the two of you ? , Yup . Yup . , Where did you go ? Where did you go ? ," True , a sea food restaurant . " " True , a sea food restaurant . ", True ? The food is terrible . True ? The food is terrible . , I didn't notice . I don't really even know what I ate . I didn't notice . I don't really even know what I ate . , Really ? "Good coming , sir . What can I do for you ? "," I'm Mr . Bob , Room 309 . I'm checking out today . Can I have my bill now ? " " I'm Mr . Bob , Room 309 . I'm checking out today . Can I have my bill now ? ", Certainly . Please wait a moment . Here is your bill . Certainly . Please wait a moment . Here is your bill . , What's the 30 yuan for ? What's the 30 yuan for ? , This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA This is the charge for your laundry service on Nov . 20thA , But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's . But I did't take any laundry service during my stay here . I think you have added someone else's . , Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ? Would you mind waiting a moment while we check it with the department concerned ? , I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out . I don't mind waiting as long as we get this straightened out . ," I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill . " " I'm very sorry , Mr . Bob . There has been a mistake . We'll correct the bill . ", It doesn't matter . Here is the money . It doesn't matter . Here is the money . , Thank you very much . Hope to see you again . Do you like cooking ? , Yes . I like cooking very much . I got this hobby when I was 12 years sold . Yes . I like cooking very much . I got this hobby when I was 12 years sold . , Why do you like it ? Why do you like it ? , I have no idea . I like cooking by myself . I like to taste delicious food . I have no idea . I like cooking by myself . I like to taste delicious food . , That's wonderful ! That's wonderful ! ," And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too . " " And I love trying new recipes , which I usually test with my friends . You can come , too . ", Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me . Really ? I hope I can have a chance to taste it . Don't forget to tell me . , Certainly . I just heard that you won the long-distance race . Congratulations on your victory . , Thank you . Thank you . , So it is really worth your great effort . And hope you can keep the record you've made today . So it is really worth your great effort . And hope you can keep the record you've made today . , I will try my best . Matthew ? Hi ! , Steve ! Haven't seen you in ages ! How long's it been ? Steve ! Haven't seen you in ages ! How long's it been ? , it's got to be almost a year now . it's got to be almost a year now . , how have you been ? how have you been ? , I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it . I'm pretty good . I've been looking for a place to live recently . My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it . ," yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ? " " yeah , I remember the neighborhood . Have you found a place yet ? ", not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck . not yet . I am still looking through the classifieds . Wish me luck . ," well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ? " " well , maybe I can help . Remember my neighbor ? ", Mrs . Thou ? Mrs . Thou ? ," yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look . " " yes , her daughter's having a baby , so she's moving in with her to help out . I think if you are interested , you can come over and have a look . ", great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days ! great . It's a lovely neighborhood . And it would be nice to be neighbors again . It would be just like the old days ! , I'll ask Mrs . Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know . Has your number changed ? We are interested in placing a large order for your wool carpet . , How much would you like ? How much would you like ? ," 10,000 sq . m . You should give us a discount for such a large quantity . " " 10,000 sq . m . You should give us a discount for such a large quantity . "," A higher discount will be given for a big order , so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time . " " A higher discount will be given for a big order , so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time . ", The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business . The Iranians will give us a 10 % discount if such a high order is placed with them . No doubt you know an incentive discount encourages the buyers and helps expand seller's business . ," Of course I know . But there is too high a rate . Frankly speaking , the maximum discount we can make is 6 % . " Do Mona and Jim need a new house ? ," No , they have a big new fancy house . " " No , they have a big new fancy house . ", Does Jim make a lot of money ? Does Jim make a lot of money ? ," Yes , he does . He is a science fiction writer . " " Yes , he does . He is a science fiction writer . ", Does Jim need to make more money ? Does Jim need to make more money ? , Afraid so . The more the better . Afraid so . The more the better . , What do they need all that money for ? What do they need all that money for ? ," Well , they spend it pretty quick . New clothes , new computers and new cars every year . And they ’ Ve got a cook and housekeeper.Mona used to be an actress , she likes to spend a lot of money . " " Well , they spend it pretty quick . New clothes , new computers and new cars every year . And they ’ Ve got a cook and housekeeper.Mona used to be an actress , she likes to spend a lot of money . ", Do they have any children ? Do they have any children ? , No . They want children but no luck yet . No . They want children but no luck yet . , What does Jim like to do ? What does Jim like to do ? , Jim likes to travel around the world.That ' s expensive ! So he tries to make a lot of money . Jim likes to travel around the world.That ' s expensive ! So he tries to make a lot of money . , What does Mona like to do ? What does Mona like to do ? ," Oh , she enjoys spending money on fancy parties.Mona loves to wear sexy dresses , and she has quite a bit of jewelry . " " Oh , she enjoys spending money on fancy parties.Mona loves to wear sexy dresses , and she has quite a bit of jewelry . ", Wow ... She sounds like a high maintenance wife . Wow ... She sounds like a high maintenance wife . , I guess so . She is also interested in politics . She knows everyone in city government . I guess so . She is also interested in politics . She knows everyone in city government . , Politics can be an expensive hobby . Politics can be an expensive hobby . , She is pretty serious about it . Her uncle is a mayor . She wants to follow in his footsteps . She is pretty serious about it . Her uncle is a mayor . She wants to follow in his footsteps . , Politics is a hard game to play . Politics is a hard game to play . , She might do well . Everyone seems to like her . I passed history test . , Really ? That ’ s marvelous ! Really ? That ’ s marvelous ! , And then you ’ re old man won ’ t be beaten this time . And then you ’ re old man won ’ t be beaten this time . , I ’ Ve made up my mind not to be beaten again . First National Bank . ," Hi , I have a checking account with you . " " Hi , I have a checking account with you . ", How can I help you ? How can I help you ? , I need to see if check number 212 has cleared yet . I need to see if check number 212 has cleared yet . , What's your name and account number ? Can you develop the roll of film ? , Sure . Sure . , How long does it take ? How long does it take ? , 6 hours . If you are in a hurry we can develop it in 3 hours . 6 hours . If you are in a hurry we can develop it in 3 hours . , There is no need . I will come back tomorrow . "What are you doing , Janice ? ", I am reading the book on patent and I think it will be helpful for my work I am reading the book on patent and I think it will be helpful for my work , Patent ? Are you also learning something about patent ? Patent ? Are you also learning something about patent ? , Yep ! I heard that your company is registering a new trademark . Yep ! I heard that your company is registering a new trademark . , You are well-informed . Can you tell me something about the Patent Law in our country from the book you are reading ? You are well-informed . Can you tell me something about the Patent Law in our country from the book you are reading ? , I just read this in the whole afternoon . Let me show you . I just read this in the whole afternoon . Let me show you . , So coincidental . Actually we can exchange some information on this problem . So coincidental . Actually we can exchange some information on this problem . ," The purpose of the law is to protect and encourage inventions and to promote the development of science and technology . The law came into effect in 1984 , and it consists of 8 chapters with 69 articles . " " The purpose of the law is to protect and encourage inventions and to promote the development of science and technology . The law came into effect in 1984 , and it consists of 8 chapters with 69 articles . ", Is there any provision on applying for the patent for foreign company ? Is there any provision on applying for the patent for foreign company ? ," Foreign companies should appoint a patent agency , which is designated by our government to act as his patent agent . This task is usually taken by the Patent Agent Department . " " Foreign companies should appoint a patent agency , which is designated by our government to act as his patent agent . This task is usually taken by the Patent Agent Department . ", How long is the duration of patent right for an invention according to your Patent Law ? How long is the duration of patent right for an invention according to your Patent Law ? , 15 years . "Excuse me , sir . Didn't you see the red light ? "," Oh , I thought I could make a right turn on red here . " " Oh , I thought I could make a right turn on red here . "," No , sir . The sign says No Turn on Red . " " No , sir . The sign says No Turn on Red . "," Oh , I guess I didn't see it . " " Oh , I guess I didn't see it . "," I am sorry , sir . But may I see your driver's license and insurance policy , PLS ? I have to give you a ticket . " " I am sorry , sir . But may I see your driver's license and insurance policy , PLS ? I have to give you a ticket . ", Here they are . Here they are . ," Sign here , PLS . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Pls drive safely , sir . " " Sign here , PLS . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . This slip has all the information you need . Pls drive safely , sir . "," Thank you , Ma ’ am . " May I speak to Peter ? , Who's calling ? I have a good feeling about this house . ," Yes , I liked it the first moment I pulled up to it . " " Yes , I liked it the first moment I pulled up to it . ", I love the paint job ! I love the paint job ! ," If you like the outside , you are going to really love the inside . " " If you like the outside , you are going to really love the inside . ", What a beautiful home ! What a beautiful home ! ," You ’ ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new . " " You ’ ll notice that the window treatments , carpeting , and drapes are all new . ", I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street . I like the way the blinds give you privacy from the street . , Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it . Follow me into the kitchen . You will love it . , I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen . I love that they put a wine storage area in the kitchen . , The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom . The best part is the bedroom and attached bathroom . , I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering ! I love the relaxing colors in the tile and floor covering ! , Let ’ s take a few pictures so that we can remember what we like about this home . Room service.what can I do for you ? , I would like to have my room cleaned . Would you please send a maid here right now ? I would like to have my room cleaned . Would you please send a maid here right now ? , OK . Someone will be there right away . OK . Someone will be there right away . , Thank you . "Would you cash these travelers ' checks , please ? ", How would you like them ? How would you like them ? ," In ten dollar bill , please . " " In ten dollar bill , please . ", Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? ," Yes , I'd like to know how to send money to France . " "Steven , what's the expense of moving house ? ", About 3 000 dollars . About 3 000 dollars . , It costs a lot of money . Hospital bills had already made deep in-roads into our savings . Do you think the rest of your salary will be enough to cover our daily expenses ? It costs a lot of money . Hospital bills had already made deep in-roads into our savings . Do you think the rest of your salary will be enough to cover our daily expenses ? ," I am afraid not , darling . Our expenses are mounting . " " I am afraid not , darling . Our expenses are mounting . ", We have to cut back on our shopping from now on . We have to cut back on our shopping from now on . , Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income . Don't worry . Maybe I can find a part-time job to increase my income . , I hope so . "Honey , I have something important to say . ", Something important ? Something important ? , Yes . I have just booked two tickets . Yes . I have just booked two tickets . , Tickets ? What tickets ? Tickets ? What tickets ? , Two air tickets . Two air tickets . , Air tickets ? Air tickets ? , Yes . We will fly to Paris the day after tomorrow . Yes . We will fly to Paris the day after tomorrow . , We ? The day after tomorrow ? What are you talking about ? We ? The day after tomorrow ? What are you talking about ? ," Today is June 18 , isn ’ t it ? " " Today is June 18 , isn ’ t it ? ", Yes . So ? Yes . So ? , Think about it ! Think about it ! , Then it is June 20 the day after tomorrow . Then it is June 20 the day after tomorrow . , Yes . Think about it carefully . Yes . Think about it carefully . ," Oh , come on . Tell me please . Why did you book tickets to Paris ? " " Oh , come on . Tell me please . Why did you book tickets to Paris ? "," Oh , honey ! Don ’ t you remember this important day to us ? " " Oh , honey ! Don ’ t you remember this important day to us ? ", Sorry . Sorry . , It is our 10th wedding anniversary this June 20 . It is our 10th wedding anniversary this June 20 . , Our 10th wedding anniversary ? Our 10th wedding anniversary ? , Of course . You completely forgot it . Of course . You completely forgot it . , Darling . I think you have made a mistake . Darling . I think you have made a mistake . , I have made a mistake ? I have made a mistake ? , Yes . We married on July 20 ten years ago . Yes . We married on July 20 ten years ago . , July 20 ? But I think it should be June 20 . July 20 ? But I think it should be June 20 . ," Yes . We had planned to marry on June 20 , but something happened , so we had to put off our wedding day . " " Yes . We had planned to marry on June 20 , but something happened , so we had to put off our wedding day . ", Yes . I remember now . We put it off . I did make a mistake . But how shall we deal with the tickets ? Yes . I remember now . We put it off . I did make a mistake . But how shall we deal with the tickets ? , Since you have booked . Then let ’ s celebrate our wedding anniversary before hand . "Anne , would you please come in for a while ? Please also bring along the minutes of yesterday's management meeting . "," Of course , sir ... Here's the minutes of the meeting . " " Of course , sir ... Here's the minutes of the meeting . ", How long did the meeting last ? How long did the meeting last ? , The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours . The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours . , Did the chairman ask for me ? Did the chairman ask for me ? ," Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend . " " Yes , I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend . ", All right . Have you handed in my report to him ? All right . Have you handed in my report to him ? ," Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies . " " Yes , I did . Besides , here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting . I think you'll have to do some replies . "," Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ? " " Thank you , Anne . You've done an excellent job . Did they mention the date for the next meeting ? "," No , they didn't . The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting . " "Dad , may I have a room of my own ? "," Oh , honey , I'm so sorry , we don't have enough space for you to have your own room . " " Oh , honey , I'm so sorry , we don't have enough space for you to have your own room . "," Dad , but I don't want to share a room with Peter . He snores every night . " " Dad , but I don't want to share a room with Peter . He snores every night . "," Honey , you can ask him to be quite . Otherwise you may punish him and tell him to stand out of the room , right ? " " Honey , you can ask him to be quite . Otherwise you may punish him and tell him to stand out of the room , right ? ", Alright . Maybe it's the only way to do it . "Welcome to our company Mr white . My name is Yan Hua , the secretary of Mr Wang . ", Nice to meet you ! Nice to meet you ! , Would you like to have a cup of tea or coffee ? Would you like to have a cup of tea or coffee ? , Thank you . I'd like Chinese tea very much ! Thank you . I'd like Chinese tea very much ! ," Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ? " " Glad you like it . By the way , is this your first time to China , Mr . White ? "," Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you . " " Yes , as a representative of IBM . I hope to conclude some business with you . ", We also hope to expand our business with you . We also hope to expand our business with you . , This is our common desire . This is our common desire . , I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade . I think you probably know China has adopted a flexible policy in her foreign trade . ," Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it . " " Yes , I have read about it , but I would like to know more about it . ", Right . Seeing is believing . Right . Seeing is believing . , Sure . Are you ready to order ? , I think that we have a pretty good idea of what we would like to order . I think that we have a pretty good idea of what we would like to order . ," Let me tell you about the specials of the day , which are chicken in a wine sauce with capers , and grilled garlic shrimp . " " Let me tell you about the specials of the day , which are chicken in a wine sauce with capers , and grilled garlic shrimp . ", I was wondering if the chef could leave off the sauce . I was wondering if the chef could leave off the sauce . , The chef would be happy to accommodate your special requests . The chef would be happy to accommodate your special requests . , I am a vegetarian . Do you have any vegetarian selections ? I am a vegetarian . Do you have any vegetarian selections ? , You could choose the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza or the goat cheese and candied walnut salad . You could choose the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza or the goat cheese and candied walnut salad . , I think that we will split the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza . I think that we will split the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza . ," That is a good selection , and I can bring your salads now or serve them with your entree . " " That is a good selection , and I can bring your salads now or serve them with your entree . ", You can bring us our salads when you bring us our entree . That sounds pretty good . But isn't downloading music illegal ? ," Not if you pay for it . For example , if you download from iTunes and pay with your credit card , it's legal . " " Not if you pay for it . For example , if you download from iTunes and pay with your credit card , it's legal . "," OK , I'm going to get iTunes and download some Vanilla Ice songs . " " OK , I'm going to get iTunes and download some Vanilla Ice songs . ", Awesome . You'll see that they are really catchy . What happened to John ? , He quit Cheers ! To our first night in our new apartment . , It's so quiet . I'm not really used to it . It's so quiet . I'm not really used to it . , All you hear is the crickets and the breeze . All you hear is the crickets and the breeze . , It's a little eerie . I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me . It's a little eerie . I'm sure the silence will begin to grow on me . ," Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist . " " Well , I think it's fabulous . And the neighbors don't even seem to exist . ", That is a relief . It's a good thing we moved . The system keeps crashing when I try to access the personnel database . ," I think the file is too big . You'll need to expand your memory . First , close down all the files you have open , and then ... " "Sir , may I help you ? "," Would you have my baggage sent up , please ? " " Would you have my baggage sent up , please ? ", Sure . It's my pleasure . The elevator is right there ; your room is on the fifth floor . Here is your room . Sure . It's my pleasure . The elevator is right there ; your room is on the fifth floor . Here is your room . , Thank you very much . This is for your help . I am so worried about this English contest . I have butterflies in my stomach now ! , I have confidence in you . Believe in yourself . How is your business going ? , Business couldn't be better . Business couldn't be better . , Really ? Maybe I should work for you . Really ? Maybe I should work for you . , Welcome . I could use the help . I'd appreciate it if you could help me pick out a gift for my daughter . , Would she be interested in a laptop ? Would she be interested in a laptop ? , That's exactly what I was thinking of . That's exactly what I was thinking of . , A Mac would be an excellent gift . A Mac would be an excellent gift . , I like Macs . How much for a Mac ? I like Macs . How much for a Mac ? ," You can take a 15 - inch Pro home right now for only $ 2,100 . " " You can take a 15 - inch Pro home right now for only $ 2,100 . ", A Mac it is . I'll take one home with me . A Mac it is . I'll take one home with me . , She'll be very happy with this . And how do you plan to pay for it ? She'll be very happy with this . And how do you plan to pay for it ? ," I'll use my VISA , if that's okay . " " I'll use my VISA , if that's okay . "," Now , if you'll just sign here , the Mac is all yours . " " Now , if you'll just sign here , the Mac is all yours . ", Will she need anything besides what's in this box ? Will she need anything besides what's in this box ? , Everything she needs is right here in the box . Everything she needs is right here in the box . , I appreciate your help . Maybe I'll be back for more computer stuff . I appreciate your help . Maybe I'll be back for more computer stuff . , Your daughter should get straight A's from now on . Good-bye . You look fresh recently . And .. what's your weight now ? , 110 pounds . 110 pounds . , Really ? Congratulations ! That's really something beyond my imagination . How did you make it ? Did you keep on a diet ? Really ? Congratulations ! That's really something beyond my imagination . How did you make it ? Did you keep on a diet ? ," No , you know I can't bear eating less . " " No , you know I can't bear eating less . ", Then do the slim pills take effect on you ? Then do the slim pills take effect on you ? , I've quit it already . I go to aerobics class everyday instead . I've quit it already . I go to aerobics class everyday instead . , How's it going on ? How's it going on ? , You see . I've lost my weight in spite of my good appetite . You see . I've lost my weight in spite of my good appetite . , I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now . I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now . , I don't think so . You look full of energy every day . Time has stood still with you . I don't think so . You look full of energy every day . Time has stood still with you . , Thank you . "Mom , I don't feel well . ", Are you sick ? Are you sick ? , I feel dizzy . I feel dizzy . , Let me take your temperature . Let me take your temperature . ," Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor . " " Mom , I don't want to go to see a doctor . "," Oh , honey , I think you've caught a cold , you should get a shot . " "Robin , what are you going to do tomorrow ? ", Bob and I plan to play hockey in the morning . Bob and I plan to play hockey in the morning . , And later ? And later ? ," Well , in the afternoon , after a long nap , we ’ ll go yachting with Nora . " " Well , in the afternoon , after a long nap , we ’ ll go yachting with Nora . ", It seems that you will have a nice day tomorrow . It seems that you will have a nice day tomorrow . , How about you ? What are you going to do tomorrow ? How about you ? What are you going to do tomorrow ? ," I have a lot of work in the office and a lot of chores in the house.How I envy you , Robin ! " Of course ! Of course ! Here you are . Thank you so much . , Are you looking for anything else ? Are you looking for anything else ? ," Um , let me see . Hmm . This antique tea set here is gorgeous . " " Um , let me see . Hmm . This antique tea set here is gorgeous . ", That was a thirtieth birthday present . You can have it if you want . That was a thirtieth birthday present . You can have it if you want . ," Really ? No , no , I couldn't ! You're too nice ! " " Really ? No , no , I couldn't ! You're too nice ! ", And these old Dutch candle holders would go nicely with the tea set . Have them . And these old Dutch candle holders would go nicely with the tea set . Have them . , Gee ! I don't know what to say ! Thanks so much . "Excuse me , sir . I can't find my baggage . Here is my claim tag . "," Don't worry , madam . Can you make a description of your baggage ? " " Don't worry , madam . Can you make a description of your baggage ? ", One is a small-size Nike in red and the other is a big one in black . The two are tied together . One is a small-size Nike in red and the other is a big one in black . The two are tied together . ," OK . We will make an announcement for you . Please leave your telephone number , we will call your as soon as we have your baggage . " May I take your order ? ," I'd like to see the menu , please . " " I'd like to see the menu , please . "," Oh , I'm so sorry . I thought you had one . Here you are . " " Oh , I'm so sorry . I thought you had one . Here you are . ", Don't you have any Chinese food ? Don't you have any Chinese food ? , I'm afraid we don't . But I'm sure you'll enjoy our lunch special . "This sucks . I hate buying lingerie . Okay , just find something and get out of here . Alright , these are fine . Oh , no , don ’ t come over here , don ’ t come over here . "," You look a little lost , can I help you ? " " You look a little lost , can I help you ? "," Um , I ’ m just having a look around . It ’ s my girlfriend ’ s birthday tomorrow . I'm trying to find her something . " " Um , I ’ m just having a look around . It ’ s my girlfriend ’ s birthday tomorrow . I'm trying to find her something . "," Well , you can ’ t give her granny panties.Have you thought about getting her somesleepwear ? We ’ Ve got these lovely , silky nighties . Or , how about a nice panty-and and-bra set . Look , here ’ s a nice satin push-up bra , and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it . " " Well , you can ’ t give her granny panties.Have you thought about getting her somesleepwear ? We ’ Ve got these lovely , silky nighties . Or , how about a nice panty-and and-bra set . Look , here ’ s a nice satin push-up bra , and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it . ", Sure that ’ s fine.This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ? Sure that ’ s fine.This is so awkward ... what ones do I pick ? What size is she ? ," Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ? " " Well , do you want a thong , some bikini briefs , maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts ? "," Just pick something and get the hell out of here.Um , I'll go with these two.This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with.She better thank me for this ... " " Just pick something and get the hell out of here.Um , I'll go with these two.This is mortifying . I just want to get this over with.She better thank me for this ... "," Here you are , sir . I ’ m sure she ’ ll enjoy them . " " Here you are , sir . I ’ m sure she ’ ll enjoy them . ", Finally ! Finally ! ," I ’ m sorry , sir . I ’ m going to have to take a look inside your bag . " "You're here to make a deposit , is that correct ? "," Right . I'd like to deposit 2,000 RIB into my Current Account . " " Right . I'd like to deposit 2,000 RIB into my Current Account . "," No problem . Could I have the cash and your Bank Book , please ? Oh dear ... there seems to be some problems here ... " " No problem . Could I have the cash and your Bank Book , please ? Oh dear ... there seems to be some problems here ... ", What ? What's wrong ? What ? What's wrong ? ," I'm sorry but 5 of these notes seem to be counterfeit . Look at this watermark , do you see it ? " " I'm sorry but 5 of these notes seem to be counterfeit . Look at this watermark , do you see it ? "," It does look a little strange , I didn't notice that before . " To be a revolutionary needs great courage ! , He must be courageous enough to fly in the face of established authorities . He must be courageous enough to fly in the face of established authorities . , Galileo is one of them . Galileo is one of them . , So are Copernicus and many others . Do you believe in horoscope fortune-telling ? ," I used to be an atheist . But in recent months , I couldn't but form a more favorable opinion of horoscope . " " I used to be an atheist . But in recent months , I couldn't but form a more favorable opinion of horoscope . ", That sounds interesting . Have you been involved in any mystery ? That sounds interesting . Have you been involved in any mystery ? ," Not exactly , except that I find horoscope predictions increasingly accurate . I came upon a website which sends me an up-dated message by e-mail each day forecasting my experience in detail . It is amazing to find these forecasts largely in line with my daily life . " " Not exactly , except that I find horoscope predictions increasingly accurate . I came upon a website which sends me an up-dated message by e-mail each day forecasting my experience in detail . It is amazing to find these forecasts largely in line with my daily life . ", What did it say about you then ? What did it say about you then ? ," For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some "" unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee . " " For example , the message for the day before yesterday notified me that I , as a Leo guy , was to have some "" unusual experience in food and drink . And as it turned out , the reality matched this prediction well . Lasi night , I was treated to a dinner party by Mr . Lee . ", But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science . But it must have been only a coincidence . That's the only way superstition wins over science . ," Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud.If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it . " " Oh , no . You can never tell whether such-and-such is science or sheer fraud.If horoscope is really something deceptive , how come quite a size of proportion of young people think highly of it . "," For fun . It serves as a shared topic to them.While they claim to consult the predictions constantly and marvel at their "" accuracy ' . they do not necessarily take them seriously . When it that these predictions are matched by their real-life experiences , they delight in spreading the thrill with friends . But if there isn't any correlation between reality and predictions , they just grin , forget about them , and go on living as usual . " Look ! This picture of Mom in her cap and gown . , Isn't it lovely ! That's when she got her Master's Degree from Miami University . Isn't it lovely ! That's when she got her Master's Degree from Miami University . ," Yes , we are very proud of her . " " Yes , we are very proud of her . "," Oh , that's a nice one of all of you together . Do you have the negative ? May I have a copy ? " " Oh , that's a nice one of all of you together . Do you have the negative ? May I have a copy ? "," Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ? " " Surely , I'll have one made for you . You want a print ? "," No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector . " " No . I'd like a slide , I have a new projector . ", I'd like to see that myself . I'd like to see that myself . ," Have a wallet size print made for me , too . " " Have a wallet size print made for me , too . ", Certainly . What's your favorite hobby ? , I'd like reading books best . I'd like reading books best . , What kinds of books do you like to read ? What kinds of books do you like to read ? , Literature and economy . Literature and economy . ," By the way , would you like to see movies ? " " By the way , would you like to see movies ? ", That's OK . That's OK . , What do you do in your spare time ? What do you do in your spare time ? ," I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes . " " I like to play golf , play badminton or crack jokes . ", I just like to sleep like a lazy cat . I just like to sleep like a lazy cat . , That's a bad habit . Can I have the window seat over there ? ," Sorry , sir . That table has been booked . " " Sorry , sir . That table has been booked . "," Well , in that case , this table is the only choice . " " Well , in that case , this table is the only choice . ", Actually you can have a window seat if you don't mind a ten-minute wait . Actually you can have a window seat if you don't mind a ten-minute wait . , There is no need . Thanks . We will go to Luoyang for a vacation next month . , How long will you stay there ? How long will you stay there ? , About one week . About one week . , Where will you live during the vacation . Where will you live during the vacation . , In the hotel . In the hotel . , Have you made a reservation ? Have you made a reservation ? ," Yes , we have . " " Yes , we have . ", That's OK . "Good afternoon , may I help you ? ", I have booked a table for 3 this evening . I would like to cancel it . I have booked a table for 3 this evening . I would like to cancel it . ," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", Sure . Brown and we have reserved a table next to the door . Sure . Brown and we have reserved a table next to the door . ," Yes , I see . We will cancel your order . " Shall we have some soup first ? ," No , thank you . I don't like soup . I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with . " " No , thank you . I don't like soup . I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with . "," Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ? " " Ok , and what about the main course ? Which would you rather have fish or meat ? "," Meat , I think . " " Meat , I think . ", Don't you like fish then ? Don't you like fish then ? ," I do , but I want meat . " " I do , but I want meat . ", Shall we have some white wine then ? Shall we have some white wine then ? ," Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat . " " Yes , but I prefer red wine with meat . ", What would you like for dessert ? What would you like for dessert ? ," I just want to have a coffee , I think . " " I just want to have a coffee , I think . "," Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ? " " Fine , and after dinner , shall we go to a disco ? "," No , thanks . I'd like to go straight home . I'm very tired . " "Oh , damn . There ’ s another traffic jam on the highway . ", How can there be a traffic jam on a 16 - lane highway every day ? How can there be a traffic jam on a 16 - lane highway every day ? ," There are just too many people , and too many cars . " " There are just too many people , and too many cars . ", I wonder if there was an accident . I wonder if there was an accident . ," No , they just said it too many people were trying to get off at the Capitol exits . " " No , they just said it too many people were trying to get off at the Capitol exits . "," Well , let ’ s put on some music . We ’ re going to be stuck in this for a while . " " Well , let ’ s put on some music . We ’ re going to be stuck in this for a while . "," All right , what do you want to listen to ? " " All right , what do you want to listen to ? ", How about some Beatles ? How about some Beatles ? ," Yeah , all right . " Hi . Have you got a personal computer ? , Certainly . What's the matter ? Certainly . What's the matter ? , I wonder if you often trade with others on the internet . I wonder if you often trade with others on the internet . , Sure . I often buy things or do business through it without going out to the physical stores . Sure . I often buy things or do business through it without going out to the physical stores . , Great ! It's just like viewless stores . But how can you shop or order on line or trade on line ? Great ! It's just like viewless stores . But how can you shop or order on line or trade on line ? ," That's simple . Just click the hyperlink , www.taobao.com or www . ebay.com , and you can see the specimen of the goods shown on the screen , and then you can place an order online with the sales company . And the goods will be delivered to your place . " " That's simple . Just click the hyperlink , www.taobao.com or www . ebay.com , and you can see the specimen of the goods shown on the screen , and then you can place an order online with the sales company . And the goods will be delivered to your place . ", Is the service charged ? Is the service charged ? , No . it's free . No . it's free . , Really . I'll get a computer at once . I'd like to help pitch in with dinner . , Really ? You are joking ? Really ? You are joking ? ," No , I'd like to do something special for you on your birthday . " " No , I'd like to do something special for you on your birthday . "," I'd like that . Alright , put on this apron first . " " I'd like that . Alright , put on this apron first . "," OK.Now how can I help , hon ? " " OK.Now how can I help , hon ? "," Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs . " " Hmm , let me see . Boil some water , and then whisk two eggs . "," Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed.Done . " " Easy , I can do that with my eyes closed.Done . "," Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge . " " Not bad . OK , now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge . ", How many potatoes do you need ? How many potatoes do you need ? , Three . And bring four bell peppers . Three . And bring four bell peppers . ," Gotcha , OK . Here they are . " " Gotcha , OK . Here they are . "," Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat . " " Now wash them , then dice the potatoes and bell peppers , then slice the meat . ", Where is the peeler ? Where is the peeler ? ," It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work . " " It's in the cabinet . Adam , The gas cooker doesn't work . ", What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger . What ? Oh shit ! I cut my finger . , Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding.We need to go to the hospital . Let me take a look at that . I can't stop the bleeding.We need to go to the hospital . , I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought . "Did you see Victor on Wednesday , Wendy ? ", Yes . We went for a walk in the woods near the highway . Yes . We went for a walk in the woods near the highway . , Wasn ’ t it cold on Wednesday ? Wasn ’ t it cold on Wednesday ? , Yes . It was very cold and windy . We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm . Yes . It was very cold and windy . We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm . , It ’ s so nice and quiet in the woods . It ’ s so nice and quiet in the woods . , Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels . Yes . Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere . We counted over twenty squirrels . , It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ? It sounds wonderful . Did you take lunch with you ? ," Yes , we bought veal sandwiches . We stopped around twelve , and we ate and watched the squirrels , but it was too windy to sit long . It was a very nice walk , anyway . " "Balista , I'll have a frappuccino . ", What a girly drink . I'll take a bag of the Blue Mountain and a decaf breva ... What a girly drink . I'll take a bag of the Blue Mountain and a decaf breva ... , You and your fancy Italian names . You and your fancy Italian names . ," Isn't “ frappuccino ” Italian , too ? ... and heat me up a panini . " " Isn't “ frappuccino ” Italian , too ? ... and heat me up a panini . "," I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much . " " I'll be fine with just my girly drink , thank you very much . ", And I'll stick with real coffee . "By the way , can you tell me where I can find a restaurant not ? "," As far as I can see , Westlake Restaurant is a good choice . " " As far as I can see , Westlake Restaurant is a good choice . ", How can I get there ? How can I get there ? , Walk down till you see the first lights . It's cross the street . Walk down till you see the first lights . It's cross the street . , Thank you . It is obvious that their government is nursing the hope of having all other countries over a barrel and bring them completely under their control . , It ’ s a typical of them to do so . It ’ s a typical of them to do so . , What can we do ? What can we do ? , We must keep developing our economy and unite with other developing countries to fight against it . There are so many record players here . That is hard to choose . , Look at this one . It has a radio and cassette player and built in speakers . Look at this one . It has a radio and cassette player and built in speakers . , I'd rather get one with separated speakers . They give a clear sound . I'd rather get one with separated speakers . They give a clear sound . ," Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture . " " Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture . ", That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony . That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony . , Let's have the salesmen for a demonstration . "David , have you watched the 82nd Oscar Awards Ceremony ? Avatar got the Award of Visual Effect . The movie sounds great ! ", You are so old-fashioned . I have already watched it last week in cinema . You are so old-fashioned . I have already watched it last week in cinema . , How was it ? How was it ? , Its 3D animation is attractive and its colorful scenes are also unforgettable . Its 3D animation is attractive and its colorful scenes are also unforgettable . , It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ? It is said that The Hurt Locker got the Award of Best Picture . What do you think about this ? ," Well , its theme is moving and profound , so from the academic aspect , this is its advantage to win the award . " How do you feel about teaching my friend how to read ? , How old is your friend and why doesn't he know how to read ? How old is your friend and why doesn't he know how to read ? , He's 78 and he's a new emigrant from South America and he's never been to school . He's 78 and he's a new emigrant from South America and he's never been to school . , Does he even know how to speak English ? Does he even know how to speak English ? , No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there . No . But I thought that you could start with reading and then go from there . , That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me . That was very thoughtful of you to volunteer me . , Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable ! Come on . You're great at teaching and I know you will love him . He's adorable ! ," Oh , all right . Have him come over here for dinner . But you get to make dinner ! " Hello . This is John ’ s Distribution . Can I help you ? , Yes . I need some ice water delivered . Yes . I need some ice water delivered . , Are you completely out ? Are you completely out ? ," No , I have some , but not enough for the long weekend . " " No , I have some , but not enough for the long weekend . ", Okay . I ’ ll send someone to deliver it for you tomorrow . Okay . I ’ ll send someone to deliver it for you tomorrow . , Thank you . Thank you . , No problem . I'd like a double room . , Do you have a reservation ? Do you have a reservation ? ," Yes , I called you last week from New York . My name is George Lee . " " Yes , I called you last week from New York . My name is George Lee . "," Wait a second , PLS . Yes , Mr . Lee , we have a room reserved for you . How long do you plan to stay ? " " Wait a second , PLS . Yes , Mr . Lee , we have a room reserved for you . How long do you plan to stay ? ", Probably two days . My wife will join me tomorrow . Then we will decide when to leave for Seattle . Probably two days . My wife will join me tomorrow . Then we will decide when to leave for Seattle . ," Would you sign the register , PLS ? " " Would you sign the register , PLS ? "," By the way , does my room have a private bath ? " " By the way , does my room have a private bath ? "," Certainly , every room in this hotel has a private bath . " " Certainly , every room in this hotel has a private bath . ", Does my room have twin beds or a double ? I prefer a room with twin beds . Does my room have twin beds or a double ? I prefer a room with twin beds . ," Your room has twin beds , Mr.Lee . It also has a view . I am sure you will like it . This is your key . It's on the eighth floor room 801 . The elevator's over there . " " Your room has twin beds , Mr.Lee . It also has a view . I am sure you will like it . This is your key . It's on the eighth floor room 801 . The elevator's over there . "," Thank you . One more thing , where is your restaurant ? " " Thank you . One more thing , where is your restaurant ? "," The restaurant is on the second floor . We also have a cafeteria on the top floor . If you would like something to drink , you can either call room service or come down here . The bar is right behind the lobby . " " The restaurant is on the second floor . We also have a cafeteria on the top floor . If you would like something to drink , you can either call room service or come down here . The bar is right behind the lobby . "," Thank you , you are very kind ! " " Thank you , you are very kind ! ", You are welcome ! What do you think of this one ? ," Eh , so so . " " Eh , so so . ", And this one ? Too flashy ? And this one ? Too flashy ? ," Nah , not too flashy . " " Nah , not too flashy . ", Hug ! And this sweater from my aunt ? Isn ’ t it hideous ? Hug ! And this sweater from my aunt ? Isn ’ t it hideous ? , I guess . I guess . , Are you even listening ? I ’ m trying to have a conversation with you . Are you even listening ? I ’ m trying to have a conversation with you . ," And I ’ m trying to watch the game , but you ’ re yapping on about your new clothes ! " " And I ’ m trying to watch the game , but you ’ re yapping on about your new clothes ! ", Well I have to decide which gifts to keep and which to exchange for better ones when I go to the Boxing Day sales this afternoon ! Well I have to decide which gifts to keep and which to exchange for better ones when I go to the Boxing Day sales this afternoon ! , Well could you do me the favor of making this quick ? It ’ s the third quarter and you ’ Ve been blabbering on since the first ! Well could you do me the favor of making this quick ? It ’ s the third quarter and you ’ Ve been blabbering on since the first ! ," Oh , your precious game . You watch the same game every year , and each year your beloved hometown team loses by at least three goals ! " " Oh , your precious game . You watch the same game every year , and each year your beloved hometown team loses by at least three goals ! "," Oh no you didn ’ t . You didn ’ t just insult the Sals-bury Seals , did you ? Why don ’ t you just . just go and return all of those stupid clothes and not come back until the sales are over ? " " Oh no you didn ’ t . You didn ’ t just insult the Sals-bury Seals , did you ? Why don ’ t you just . just go and return all of those stupid clothes and not come back until the sales are over ? ", I might just ! Enjoy your stupid game ! "You mustn't touch the wet paint , Bill . ", I'm sorry . I won't do it again . I'm sorry . I won't do it again . , Try to be more careful in future . Try to be more careful in future . , I shall . I wasn't as careless as John Sampson . He walked across that wet cement over there . I shall . I wasn't as careless as John Sampson . He walked across that wet cement over there . , The workmen oughtn't to leave it without a no tice . The workmen oughtn't to leave it without a no tice . , The headmaster asked them not to do so . The headmaster asked them not to do so . , Then why isn't there a notice ? Then why isn't there a notice ? , They went to their stores to get one . Here they come with it now ! They went to their stores to get one . Here they come with it now ! , But look at them ! They've forgotten about the wet cement and they're walking across it to put up the notice ! Have you made up your mind about not going back to your hometown after graduation ? Where else would you go ? , I would try to land a job in Beijing . I just want to go to one of the big cities . I would try to land a job in Beijing . I just want to go to one of the big cities . , why ? why ? , many say more development opportunities can be found there . many say more development opportunities can be found there . ," that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country . " " that's true . Beijing is the political , economic and cultural center of the entire country . ", and there're higher salaries there . and there're higher salaries there . ," well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities . " " well , that's true , but living expenses are also higher in big cities . "," I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person . " " I've considered that . I'll share an apartment with others to save the rent , and the cost of living won't be too much for only one person . ", one person ? How about your girlfriend ? one person ? How about your girlfriend ? ," oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life . " " oh , we had to break up because she didn't want to float around in Beijing . She insisted on working in her hometown and having a stable life . ", sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home . sorry to hear that . It seems you have sacrificed a lot to work away from home . ," sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard . " " sure have . I want to offer my parents a better life ; so , I'll have to work very hard . ", I admire you . Good luck ! Do you think Tom will be elected president ? ," No , I think Harry will get it . " " No , I think Harry will get it . ", Let's make a bet on who gets it . Let's make a bet on who gets it . ," OK , loser buys pizza tomorrow night . " Do you believe that classified ads in the newspaper are the most effective way to search for a job ? ," No , I don't think so . I think the Internet would be better . " " No , I don't think so . I think the Internet would be better . "," OK , but I am going to look at the want ads in this newspaper first . " " OK , but I am going to look at the want ads in this newspaper first . "," well , there is no doubt that many people have found jobs through the want ads in the newspaper . " Do you remember John from head office ? , Yes . Yes . , Have you heard what happened to him ? Have you heard what happened to him ? ," No , what ? " " No , what ? ", He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car . He had his car stolen . Actually he was kidnapped while he was in the car . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in . " " Well , apparently , he was just getting into his car-he'd parked it in one of those underground multi-story things-he was just getting in and suddenly three guys with guns opened the back doors of the car and got in . ", Crikey . Where did this happen ? Crikey . Where did this happen ? ," In Taichung , I think . " " In Taichung , I think . "," Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there . " " Oh , right , I hear they have a lot of this kind of problem down there . "," Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car . " " Really ? Well , anyway , they pointed their guns at him and said , you know , keep calm and drive out . ... we don't want to hurt you ... we just want your car . ", So what happened ? So what happened ? ," Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing . " " Well , he drove out , and when he got to the booth to pay the attendant , he pretended to have an epileptic fit , you know , to scare the thieves away . The attendant was no help at all , even though the guys were holding guns in plain view , he did nothing . ", That's terrible . That's terrible . ," Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ? " " Yes , makes you think , doesn't it ? ", So what happened next ? So what happened next ? ," Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away . " " Well , he kept on pretending to have a fit , so they freaked out and just ran away . "," Well , he sure was lucky . " " Well , he sure was lucky . ", I'll say . I need to stop eating such unhealthy foods . , I know what you mean . I've started eating better myself . I know what you mean . I've started eating better myself . , What foods do you eat now ? What foods do you eat now ? ," I tend to stick to fruits , vegetables , and chicken . " " I tend to stick to fruits , vegetables , and chicken . ", Those are the only things you eat ? Those are the only things you eat ? , That's basically what I eat . That's basically what I eat . , Why aren't you eating anything else ? Why aren't you eating anything else ? ," Well , fruits and vegetables are very healthy . " " Well , fruits and vegetables are very healthy . ", And the chicken ? And the chicken ? , It's really healthy to eat when you bake it . It's really healthy to eat when you bake it . , I guess that does sound a lot healthier . I ’ Ve got a new boss . ," Oh , what ’ s he like ? " " Oh , what ’ s he like ? "," Well , he ’ s got dark hair and brown eyes . " " Well , he ’ s got dark hair and brown eyes . ", Yes . Yes . , And a white sports car . And a white sports car . ," Um , that ’ s good . " " Um , that ’ s good . "," Yes , but he ’ s got a wife and 3 children as well . " Good morning ! I am a new comer in our office . , Good morning ! Welcome to our office ! Good morning ! Welcome to our office ! , Nice to meet you ! My name is Grace Williams . Nice to meet you ! My name is Grace Williams . , Nice to meet you too ! I am Peter Smith . Nice to meet you too ! I am Peter Smith . , Today is my first day at work ! Today is my first day at work ! ," Well , hope you will enjoy your first day ! Just ask me if you need any help . " " Well , hope you will enjoy your first day ! Just ask me if you need any help . ", Thank you . It's very kind of you . Thank you . It's very kind of you . , You are welcome . "Come in , please . "," Good afternoon , Mrs Smith . " " Good afternoon , Mrs Smith . "," Good afternoon . Have a seat , please . You are Mr . Sun ? " " Good afternoon . Have a seat , please . You are Mr . Sun ? "," Thank you . Yes , I am Dunlin . " " Thank you . Yes , I am Dunlin . ", I have read your resume . I know you have worked for 3 years . Why did you choose to major in mechanical engineering ? I have read your resume . I know you have worked for 3 years . Why did you choose to major in mechanical engineering ? , Many factors led me to major in mechanical engineering . The most important factor is I like tinkering with machines . Many factors led me to major in mechanical engineering . The most important factor is I like tinkering with machines . , What are you primarily interested in about mechanical engineering ? What are you primarily interested in about mechanical engineering ? ," I like designing products , and one of my designs received an award . Moreover , I am familiar with CAD . But I can do any mechanic well if I am employed . " " I like designing products , and one of my designs received an award . Moreover , I am familiar with CAD . But I can do any mechanic well if I am employed . ", Why did you decide to apply for this position ? Why did you decide to apply for this position ? ," Your company has a very good reputation , and I am very interested in the field your company is in . " " Your company has a very good reputation , and I am very interested in the field your company is in . ", What do you think determines an employee's progress in a company such as ours ? What do you think determines an employee's progress in a company such as ours ? , Interpersonal and technical skills . Interpersonal and technical skills . , We have several applicants for this position . Why do you think you are the person we should choose ? We have several applicants for this position . Why do you think you are the person we should choose ? ," I have the abilities , qualities and experience that you requested in your job advert , for example I have three years experience in designing products and I got leadership experience while serving the college student union as president . " " I have the abilities , qualities and experience that you requested in your job advert , for example I have three years experience in designing products and I got leadership experience while serving the college student union as president . ", That sounds very good . How do you see your career development ? That sounds very good . How do you see your career development ? , After a few years of gaining experience in the company and furthering my professional qualifications I'd like to put my experience and skills to use in management . I want to become a supervisor in your R & D department . After a few years of gaining experience in the company and furthering my professional qualifications I'd like to put my experience and skills to use in management . I want to become a supervisor in your R & D department . , Have you anything to ask about the job ? Have you anything to ask about the job ? , Yes . Do you offer any opportunities for further study ? Yes . Do you offer any opportunities for further study ? ," Yes . If you undertake additional courses , provided these are approved , and you complete them successfully , you can claim back part , quite a large part , 75 % of the costs you incurred . Not just the fees , - traveling and other expenses too . " " Yes . If you undertake additional courses , provided these are approved , and you complete them successfully , you can claim back part , quite a large part , 75 % of the costs you incurred . Not just the fees , - traveling and other expenses too . ", That's fine . That's fine . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , No . No . ," Well , thank you very much , Mr . Sun . I'll let you know the result of the interview as soon as possible . Goodbye . " " Well , thank you very much , Mr . Sun . I'll let you know the result of the interview as soon as possible . Goodbye . "," Thank you , Mrs . Smith . I do hope the answer will be favorable . Goodbye . " Excuse me . Do you know where I can find a pay phone ? , There is one around the corner . There is one around the corner . , Can I make an international call from that pay phone ? Can I make an international call from that pay phone ? ," Yes , but you have to get a phone card first . " " Yes , but you have to get a phone card first . ", Where can I get a phone card ? Where can I get a phone card ? , You can get one in the grocery store over there . You can get one in the grocery store over there . ," Oh , I see it . Thank you . " Do you hear what happened to Sally ? ," No , what ? " " No , what ? ", She had to go to the hospital . She had to go to the hospital . , Why ? Why ? , She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days . She passed out in class . Seems she hadn't eaten anything in days . , Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy ! Why on earth would she do that ? You mean that she intentionally did not eat any food for days ? That's crazy ! ," Yeah , but that's what she did . " " Yeah , but that's what she did . ", I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look . I can't believe that there are girls who are willing to do that to their bodies . And all for a certain look . ," Well , it's not just the girl ’ s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen . " " Well , it's not just the girl ’ s fault . It's also society's fault - magazines and ads that show - thin models all saying , It's in to be thin . It's hard for them not to listen . "," True , but there are limits . Being thin is one thing ; starving oneself to death is another . No one forces them to do this . " I think I may try to eat a little better . ," I changed my diet recently , and I eat a lot healthier now . " " I changed my diet recently , and I eat a lot healthier now . ", What do you eat ? What do you eat ? ," My diet consists mainly of fruits , veggies , and chicken . " " My diet consists mainly of fruits , veggies , and chicken . ", That's it ? That's it ? , Just about . Just about . , How is that the only thing that you'll eat ? How is that the only thing that you'll eat ? , You know that fruits and vegetables are very healthy foods ? You know that fruits and vegetables are very healthy foods ? ," So , what about the chicken ? " " So , what about the chicken ? ", I bake chicken because it's a healthy way to eat it . I bake chicken because it's a healthy way to eat it . , That sounds delicious and nutritious . That sounds delicious and nutritious . , You should try it . You won't be disappointed . "Hello , may I speak to you for a few minutes ? ", About what ? About what ? , I want to speak to you about this year ’ s election . I want to speak to you about this year ’ s election . ," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? "," Yes , I am a volunteer for the campaign . " " Yes , I am a volunteer for the campaign . ", I am very impressed . I am very impressed . ," I feel that history is about to be made , and I want to be a part of it . " " I feel that history is about to be made , and I want to be a part of it . ", That is very nice of you . That is very nice of you . , Will you be voting ? Will you be voting ? ," Yes , I am going to vote . " " Yes , I am going to vote . ", Make sure you make it to your polling place early on Election Day . Make sure you make it to your polling place early on Election Day . , Thank you and good luck . "This is No . 1 bus , bound for Sihun . "," Excuse me . I will go to Wangfujing , where should I get off ? " " Excuse me . I will go to Wangfujing , where should I get off ? ", There are another six stops . There are another six stops . , We are arriving at Tiananmen . Please get ready for your arrival . We are arriving at Tiananmen . Please get ready for your arrival . , Is it Wangfujing ? Is it Wangfujing ? ," No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing . " " No , sir . The next stop is Wangfujing . ", OK . OK . , Please get ready . Please get ready . , Thank you . Thank you . , We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready . We are arriving at Wangfujing . Please get ready . , Is this where I get off ? Is this where I get off ? , Yes . "Excuse me , I don't feel good right now . ", What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , Do you have any pills for airsickness ? Do you have any pills for airsickness ? , Here you are . Take one at a time . Here you are . Take one at a time . , Please fetch me a glass of water . Thanks . Please fetch me a glass of water . Thanks . , You are welcome . "There isn't much rice , is there ? "," No , there isn't , but there are some vegetables . " " No , there isn't , but there are some vegetables . ", Are there any potatoes ? Are there any potatoes ? ," No , there aren't . I'm sorry . " " No , there aren't . I'm sorry . "," I'm very hungry , Donald . What can I eat ? " " I'm very hungry , Donald . What can I eat ? ", There's a little bread and there are a few biscuits . There's a little bread and there are a few biscuits . , But I want some rice and some meat . But I want some rice and some meat . ," All right , I'll walk to the village and I'll get some meat . " " All right , I'll walk to the village and I'll get some meat . "," Good . By the way , who's going to cook the meat ? " " Good . By the way , who's going to cook the meat ? ", You'll cook it of course ! "Mike , come and look at this painting of shrimp ! It is so simple yet so vivid ! ", Yeah . It is incredible ! Is it the work of Qi Bakshi ? Yeah . It is incredible ! Is it the work of Qi Bakshi ? ," Yes , it is . How do you know that ? " " Yes , it is . How do you know that ? "," Well , Qi is famous all over the world , isn ’ t he ? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting . " " Well , Qi is famous all over the world , isn ’ t he ? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting . "," Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ? " " Cool ! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer , free sketch or claborate-style painting ? "," I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings . " " I prefer free sketch , especially the landscape paintings . I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings . "," That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture . " " That's true . Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature , which is an important part of China's traditional culture . ", I love this art exhibition ! I love this art exhibition ! ," So do I . Let ’ s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ? " " So do I . Let ’ s go to other areas to see what they have got , shall we ? ", OK . Excuse me ? I didn't hear what you said . , I asked you if you wanted some help . I asked you if you wanted some help . , I am new to this school and not familiar with this library . Can you help me ? I am new to this school and not familiar with this library . Can you help me ? , Certainly . What's your topic ? Certainly . What's your topic ? , I'm looking for information on tropical fish . I'm looking for information on tropical fish . ," All right . You can use the computer over there , enter ' tropical fish'under subject . If you know the title of the book , enter it under ' title ' " " All right . You can use the computer over there , enter ' tropical fish'under subject . If you know the title of the book , enter it under ' title ' "," Great , thank you . " " Great , thank you . ", You are welcome . Consumer Credit Department . How may I help you ? ," I need some info on car loans . Such as payment periods , interest rates , things like that , please . " " I need some info on car loans . Such as payment periods , interest rates , things like that , please . ", Certainly . Do you currently bank with us ? Certainly . Do you currently bank with us ? ," Yes , I do . I have a Current Account , a credit card and a mortgage with you already . " " Yes , I do . I have a Current Account , a credit card and a mortgage with you already . "," That's excellent . Well , for our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan we offer some really competitive rates . The maximum repayment period for this type of loan is 5 years . " " That's excellent . Well , for our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan we offer some really competitive rates . The maximum repayment period for this type of loan is 5 years . ", I plan to repay it within 2 years . And the interest ? I plan to repay it within 2 years . And the interest ? ," Of course , the interest rates depend on what is announced at the time , but at the moment , the interest for a 2 - year loan is 5.29 % " " Of course , the interest rates depend on what is announced at the time , but at the moment , the interest for a 2 - year loan is 5.29 % "," So the rate is variable ? OK , that's fine . How about the frequency of repayment ? " " So the rate is variable ? OK , that's fine . How about the frequency of repayment ? "," We usually set up a direct debit system taking installments directly from your bank account on a monthly basis . And since you are already a valued customer , there should be no trouble in processing you application for this loan . " " We usually set up a direct debit system taking installments directly from your bank account on a monthly basis . And since you are already a valued customer , there should be no trouble in processing you application for this loan . ", That's nice and easy . Thanks for your time . "Oh , no ! My stub ! I can't believe it — I flushed it down the toilet ! "," Excuse me , madam ! You parked in the handicapped spot . " " Excuse me , madam ! You parked in the handicapped spot . "," But , but ... it was really an emergency ! And , my stub ... " " But , but ... it was really an emergency ! And , my stub ... ", Don't tell me you lost it . Don't tell me you lost it . ," Ah , umm , kind of . " " Ah , umm , kind of . ", That was quick . That was quick . ," Well , I , umm , I flushed it ... " Hello . Front desk . , Yes . This is Bob Robinson . I ’ m calling from room number 627 . Yes . This is Bob Robinson . I ’ m calling from room number 627 . ," Hi , Bob . What can I do for you ? " " Hi , Bob . What can I do for you ? ", Is it possible to change to another room ? Is it possible to change to another room ? , Could you please tell me why ? Could you please tell me why ? , My room is facing the swimming pool . It ’ s noisy for me . I have a problem sleeping . And I feel uncomfortable when I take an elevator . My room is facing the swimming pool . It ’ s noisy for me . I have a problem sleeping . And I feel uncomfortable when I take an elevator . , So you need a quiet side room on the lower floor . So you need a quiet side room on the lower floor . , You ’ re right . You ’ re right . , Okay . Let me check for a room on the first floor . Okay . Let me check for a room on the first floor . , Thank you . Thank you . , I ’ Ve only two rooms on the first floor . How about room 108 ? I ’ Ve only two rooms on the first floor . How about room 108 ? , That ’ s fine . Can I move now ? That ’ s fine . Can I move now ? , Sure . I ’ ll send the bellman to help you . Sure . I ’ ll send the bellman to help you . ," Oh , thank you kindly . " " Oh , thank you kindly . ", You ’ re welcome . Let's decide what to order . , I'll have a hamburger . I'll have a hamburger . , The works ? The works ? ," No , just tomatoes , please . And large fries . " " No , just tomatoes , please . And large fries . ", Anything to drink ? Anything to drink ? , A small cola . A small cola . , I'll have a sandwich and small fries . Would you like to have some desserts ? I'll have a sandwich and small fries . Would you like to have some desserts ? , Apple pie is my favorite dessert . Apple pie is my favorite dessert . , I'd like to have an ice cream Do you think discrimination against women in the work force is still prevalent even today ? ," From my own experience as a career woman , I would have to say that while things are getting better now than they used to be , it is still a widespread problem . Society is changing , but there is still a glass ceiling for women in many career tracks . " " From my own experience as a career woman , I would have to say that while things are getting better now than they used to be , it is still a widespread problem . Society is changing , but there is still a glass ceiling for women in many career tracks . ", do you think the glass ceiling phenomena is because of traditional social customs ? Or are there more issues coming into play ? do you think the glass ceiling phenomena is because of traditional social customs ? Or are there more issues coming into play ? ," I think it's a very complicated issue . A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers . Don't underestimate the good ole ' boy system . Men have power , so it's easier for them to stay in power . " " I think it's a very complicated issue . A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers . Don't underestimate the good ole ' boy system . Men have power , so it's easier for them to stay in power . ", What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ? What about affirmative action ? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy ? ," Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination , but it's still a man's world . " "We have received your resume in answer to our ads . I would like to talk with you regarding your qualification for this position , OK ? "," It is my honor to have this chance for this interview . Well , my major is commercial English . You know , and I am not only familiar with useful English expressions in business , but also learn some theories on this field . Besides , during my college learning period , I also attended some commercial activities to strive for the opportunity of practicing what I learned . " " It is my honor to have this chance for this interview . Well , my major is commercial English . You know , and I am not only familiar with useful English expressions in business , but also learn some theories on this field . Besides , during my college learning period , I also attended some commercial activities to strive for the opportunity of practicing what I learned . ", What is your greatest weakness ? What is your greatest weakness ? ," Well , I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college . I dislike meeting the deadline , when I am working on a project . I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule . " " Well , I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college . I dislike meeting the deadline , when I am working on a project . I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule . ", What is the greatest disappointment in your life ? What is the greatest disappointment in your life ? ," Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me . " " Well , I lost my grandpa when I was only ten . I often recall the period when he fed me . "," Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ? " " Well done ! Another question ! When will you start work , if you are hired ? ", I will start my work at the beginning of next month . What is the matter with him ? ," I don't know , what's wrong ? " " I don't know , what's wrong ? ", I feel he is as cold as charity to me . I feel he is as cold as charity to me . , Maybe you should ask him openly . "Good morning , Miss Wang . How beautiful you look today ! ", Thank you . I'm wearing make-up . Thank you . I'm wearing make-up . , Who taught you to put on make-up ? Who taught you to put on make-up ? , It's me . I have studied make-up at a beauty shop . It's me . I have studied make-up at a beauty shop . , Can you teach me how to do make-up ? Can you teach me how to do make-up ? ," Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes . " " Of course . First , use eye shadow to heighten your eyes . ", What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ? What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me ? , I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls . I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls . , How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ? How do you protect yourself from chapped lips ? ," I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips . " " I suggest you use lipstick , which also accentuates your lips . ", How did you grow such long nails ? How did you grow such long nails ? , You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time . Were you a leader when you were in college ? , Yes . I was Propaganda department minister of our university . Yes . I was Propaganda department minister of our university . , Did you get any honors or awards at your university ? Did you get any honors or awards at your university ? , No . It ’ s a pity about it . No . It ’ s a pity about it . , Were you involved in any club activities at your university ? Were you involved in any club activities at your university ? , Yes . I was a member of the basketball Society . I like playing basketball . Yes . I was a member of the basketball Society . I like playing basketball . , What extracurricular activities did you usually take part in at your college ? What extracurricular activities did you usually take part in at your college ? , I sometimes played basketball and sometimes played football . "Wow , Amy , look at that number . ", What's so great about it ? What's so great about it ? , What do you mean ? It's a scrim . What do you mean ? It's a scrim . ," Not to me , I wouldn't be caught dead in that . " " Not to me , I wouldn't be caught dead in that . ", I love that kind of stuff . I love that kind of stuff . ," Yeah , you seem to like those styles . " " Yeah , you seem to like those styles . ", Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk . Sure do . I get a kick out of looking punk . , This one looks really expensive though . This one looks really expensive though . , I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it . I don't care how much it costs . I'm rolling in it . , Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke . Lucky you ! I can't buy anything else . I'm flat broke . ," I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week . " " I got a replace my party outfit , I trashed it last week . ", Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary . Why did you drag me into this ? I've spent a week salary . ," Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ? " " Are you on the level ? You're the one who called me , remember ? "," Just joking , Tonia . I've got some wonderful clothes . Let's go and have a close look at your outfit . " "Hi , Helen . Where are you going on this summer vacation ? ", I'm going to Disneyland . I'm going to Disneyland . , That sounds like fun ! Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , we would like to take a tour to L . A . " " Yes , we would like to take a tour to L . A . "," Well , that's really a big city . How long do your vacations last ? " " Well , that's really a big city . How long do your vacations last ? ", 2 weeks . Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours ? 2 weeks . Can I have a brochure of the sightseeing tours ? , Here you are . Take your time . "Good day . Welcome to IBA , what can I assist you with today ? "," Hello , yes , I'm a stock investor and I'm looking at opening a new account with you . Perhaps your new compound savings one ? I already have a Current Account with you . " " Hello , yes , I'm a stock investor and I'm looking at opening a new account with you . Perhaps your new compound savings one ? I already have a Current Account with you . "," That's no trouble , Sir . " " That's no trouble , Sir . "," I'm mostly interested in the personalized services you offer , with stock market news , etc . It sounds just perfect for me , as I'm too busy to be constantly at the computer checking the performance . " " I'm mostly interested in the personalized services you offer , with stock market news , etc . It sounds just perfect for me , as I'm too busy to be constantly at the computer checking the performance . "," Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program . " " Yes , that's just one of the services we offer in our Personal Financing Program . "," What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all . " " What I need to know is how I can keep track of what's going on . I mean , some days I buy and sell quite a lot . Some days , there's no activity at all . "," For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both . " " For every transaction you make , a statement will be drawn up and can be posted to you or sent via e-mail , or if you want to be double sure we can do both . "," That's just what I need , sometimes I'm pretty forgetful . " Good morning ! Marquette General Hospital . Tia speaking . May I help you ? ," Hi , this is Emily Wang , I want to see a doctor today . " " Hi , this is Emily Wang , I want to see a doctor today . "," Your medical card No . , please ? " " Your medical card No . , please ? ", GRM 789051 GRM 789051 ," Thanks . Do you have an appointment , Ms . Wang ? " " Thanks . Do you have an appointment , Ms . Wang ? "," No . But it is urgent , and I need to see a doctor as soon as possible . I am really in bad shape . " " No . But it is urgent , and I need to see a doctor as soon as possible . I am really in bad shape . ", What is the matter ? What is the matter ? , I have a high fever and a bad headache . I have a high fever and a bad headache . , Have you taken your temperature ? Have you taken your temperature ? ," Yes , I took my temperature last night . It was 102 degrees . But right now I feel my fevers is up to 103 degrees . " " Yes , I took my temperature last night . It was 102 degrees . But right now I feel my fevers is up to 103 degrees . ", Anything else bothering you ? Anything else bothering you ? ," I can not stop coughing , and I can not stop sneezing . I vomited blood last night . Sorry , I am coughing again . " " I can not stop coughing , and I can not stop sneezing . I vomited blood last night . Sorry , I am coughing again . "," Well , you can come to a work-in clinic today . You do not need an appointment . " " Well , you can come to a work-in clinic today . You do not need an appointment . ", What time should I come ? What time should I come ? , Any time between 8 a . m . to 9 p . m . Any time between 8 a . m . to 9 p . m . , Ok . Thank you very much . Ok . Thank you very much . , You are very welcome . Anything else I can do for you today ? You are very welcome . Anything else I can do for you today ? ," No , thanks . " "This apartment is great , but could I upgrade a few things ? ", What are you unhappy with ? What are you unhappy with ? , I want to have a different color carpet . I want to have a different color carpet . ," If you agree to pay more money , you could upgrade the carpet . " " If you agree to pay more money , you could upgrade the carpet . ", Would it cost a lot more ? Would it cost a lot more ? , It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard . It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard . , I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color . I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color . ," Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it . " " Bring me a paint sample to look at , and I will consider it . ", When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ? When can you finish with the new carpet and paint ? , Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday . "Hi , Jason ! "," Hi , Linda . I have two concert complimentary tickets . Will you go with me tonight ? " " Hi , Linda . I have two concert complimentary tickets . Will you go with me tonight ? ", With the greatest pleasure ! Where is the concert held this evening ? With the greatest pleasure ! Where is the concert held this evening ? , It will be held at the Central Music Hall . It will be held at the Central Music Hall . , What is on the program ? What is on the program ? ," It ’ s a piano solo . I'm fond of piano , you know . " " It ’ s a piano solo . I'm fond of piano , you know . ", Hah ! OK . Let ’ s go together ! Hah ! OK . Let ’ s go together ! , Let ’ s meet at the park at 6:00 . Let ’ s meet at the park at 6:00 . , See you then . Can I get some medicine to help me ? ," For your high blood pressure , we have several choices of medications . " " For your high blood pressure , we have several choices of medications . ", What types of drugs can I try ? What types of drugs can I try ? , Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention . Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps you with water retention . , What about side effects from that medication ? What about side effects from that medication ? , Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication . Most people have no side effects . You will have to make sure that you drink plenty of liquids with this medication . , Do I only need to take that one drug ? Do I only need to take that one drug ? ," I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor . " " I am going to add a second drug for now , Lisinopril , which is an ACE inhibitor . ", What can I expect when I take that medication ? What can I expect when I take that medication ? , You will feel much better except for the fact that you might have a little cough . Is everything all right ? , Not at all . Not at all . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , Someone just robbed me . Someone just robbed me . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , This guy just robbed me right on the street . This guy just robbed me right on the street . ," He didn't hurt you , did he ? " " He didn't hurt you , did he ? ", I'm okay . He just stole my things . I'm okay . He just stole my things . , I'm so sorry . I'm so sorry . , I have to file a report at the police station . I have to file a report at the police station . , Let me take you . Let me take you . , I would like that . "Good day , Madam . What service do you require today ? "," I'd like some info about your Payroll Services , please . " " I'd like some info about your Payroll Services , please . "," It's possible to sign an agreement with us , and then we can pay your staff directly . That is called an Entrustment Agreement . " " It's possible to sign an agreement with us , and then we can pay your staff directly . That is called an Entrustment Agreement . "," I see . How is it paid ? I mean , what payment methods are possible ? " " I see . How is it paid ? I mean , what payment methods are possible ? "," We can transfer the funds each month , at your request , into each employee's account . It is possible to pay in cash or to pay directly to the employee's savings account , no matter which bank they do business with . " " We can transfer the funds each month , at your request , into each employee's account . It is possible to pay in cash or to pay directly to the employee's savings account , no matter which bank they do business with . "," That sounds pretty good . Tell me , must we use the same payment method for all of our employees ? " " That sounds pretty good . Tell me , must we use the same payment method for all of our employees ? ", Not at all . We can adjust the payment methods depending on the requirement of each employee . Not at all . We can adjust the payment methods depending on the requirement of each employee . , That sounds just perfect . I'll talk things over with some colleagues and get back to you . Thank you very much for the information . I don't understand why I'm being arrested . , You have a warrant . You have a warrant . , A warrant for what ? A warrant for what ? ," Apparently , you have a bench warrant . " " Apparently , you have a bench warrant . ", What does that mean ? What does that mean ? , You missed a court appearance . You missed a court appearance . , I wasn't aware that I had to go to court . I wasn't aware that I had to go to court . , I don't know what to tell you . I don't know what to tell you . , I don't find this fair . I don't find this fair . , Life isn't fair . Life isn't fair . , Don't I have any rights ? Don't I have any rights ? , You have the right to remain silent . do you have any plans for Friday night ? , I don't think so . Why ? I don't think so . Why ? ," well , my hosue-mates and I are having a house-warming party . Would you like to come ? " " well , my hosue-mates and I are having a house-warming party . Would you like to come ? ", sure . Would it be alright if I brought a few friends ? sure . Would it be alright if I brought a few friends ? ," the more , the merrier ! " " the more , the merrier ! ", will there be a lot of people there ? will there be a lot of people there ? , I sure hope so . We've each invited about 10 people . I sure hope so . We've each invited about 10 people . , who else is going to be there ? who else is going to be there ? ," I'm inviting my friends from work , you , my sister , and a few friends from school . " " I'm inviting my friends from work , you , my sister , and a few friends from school . ", I know your sister . She's very nice . I know your sister . She's very nice . , don't worry.You won't be sitting there by yourself . don't worry.You won't be sitting there by yourself . , what time is it going to start ? what time is it going to start ? ," most people are working Friday night , so it's going to start around 9 pm . " " most people are working Friday night , so it's going to start around 9 pm . ", should I bring anything ? should I bring anything ? ," we'll have beer and snacks , but if you want to bring a bottle of wine , that'd be great . " " we'll have beer and snacks , but if you want to bring a bottle of wine , that'd be great . ", I could also bring some music if you want . I've got loads of songs on my new iPod . I could also bring some music if you want . I've got loads of songs on my new iPod . , that'd be great . I'll see you then ! "It's time for your bath , young lady . "," But , Mom , I'm not dirty . " " But , Mom , I'm not dirty . ", You need a bath every day . You need a bath every day . , Why ? Why ? , Because you don't want to smell bad . Because you don't want to smell bad . , I don't smell bad . I don't smell bad . , That's what you think . That's what you think . ," If I smelled bad , I could smell me . " " If I smelled bad , I could smell me . ", I can smell you . I can smell you . ," I can smell you , too . " " I can smell you , too . ", That's my perfume . That's my perfume . , When can I wear perfume ? Today more and more families have personal computers . People have wider range of choice to communicate with the outside world . ," Right . With the establishment of Internet and a lot of web companies , people are getting more and more dependent on the web . " " Right . With the establishment of Internet and a lot of web companies , people are getting more and more dependent on the web . ", One of the common uses of PC is that people can buy goods through it without going out to the physical stores . One of the common uses of PC is that people can buy goods through it without going out to the physical stores . , Can you tell me how it is done ? Can you tell me how it is done ? ," If a customer is interested in some certain goods , he can ask the web company to have the specimen of the goods shown on the color screen , and then the customer can place an order online to the sales company . And then the goods you want will be delivered to your home . The service is perfect and the delivery is free of charge . " " If a customer is interested in some certain goods , he can ask the web company to have the specimen of the goods shown on the color screen , and then the customer can place an order online to the sales company . And then the goods you want will be delivered to your home . The service is perfect and the delivery is free of charge . ", I see . So great . "Hello , housekeeping . Is there anything I can do for you ? ", I would like to have my clothes washed . What's the rate ? I would like to have my clothes washed . What's the rate ? , We charge $ 5 for a barrel . We charge $ 5 for a barrel . ," OK , here are the clothes . " " OK , here are the clothes . ", Please fill out the form sir . "She is really pretty , isn't she ? Her skin looks so baby-smooth ! "," Well , it's just that she put a lot of makeup on her face . Actually , natural beauty comes from within . " " Well , it's just that she put a lot of makeup on her face . Actually , natural beauty comes from within . "," Ah , I can smell jealousy in the air . " " Ah , I can smell jealousy in the air . ", She has nothing that deserves my jealousy . I don't have to put things on my face and I still look pretty . Don't you think so ? She has nothing that deserves my jealousy . I don't have to put things on my face and I still look pretty . Don't you think so ? ," Yeah , right . But what did you put on your face last night ? Those little greenish things . " " Yeah , right . But what did you put on your face last night ? Those little greenish things . "," They are cucumbers . They are natural skin soothers , natural healers of the skin.Haven ' t you heard them say on TV that ... eh ... they soften the skin , wipe out the roughness , counter irritation and build strength and resilience ? " " They are cucumbers . They are natural skin soothers , natural healers of the skin.Haven ' t you heard them say on TV that ... eh ... they soften the skin , wipe out the roughness , counter irritation and build strength and resilience ? "," Yeah , yeah , yeah ! They wipe out tight , tired feelings and remove lines and age signs . Blah , blah ... See , I can even recite it . " " Yeah , yeah , yeah ! They wipe out tight , tired feelings and remove lines and age signs . Blah , blah ... See , I can even recite it . "," That's right . You have learned a lot , haven't you ? " You look terrific and in good shape . , Thank you . Thank you . , How do you keep fit ? How do you keep fit ? , I do yoga twice a weeks I do yoga twice a weeks , Yoga ? It sounds interesting . Yoga ? It sounds interesting . ," It was hard at the beginning , but now feel it's really relaxing . It makes me flexible . " " It was hard at the beginning , but now feel it's really relaxing . It makes me flexible . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Yes , I often go swimming . " " Yes , I often go swimming . ", Are you interested in swimming ? Are you interested in swimming ? ," Yes , I like it very much . " Do you work well under pressure ? ," Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ’ t mind working under pressure . I work well under that circumstance . People can , I can . " " Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ’ t mind working under pressure . I work well under that circumstance . People can , I can . ", Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? ," No , nothing in particular . " " No , nothing in particular . ", How soon can you begin working for us ? How soon can you begin working for us ? , I need about two to three weeks for necessary formalities . I will quit then transfer to your company . "I'm sorry , but I don't think this damage is our fault . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , It looks like the shipping company did this . It looks like the shipping company did this . ," We'd better take it up with them , in that case . " "Stephen , can you work overtime tonight ? ", What's wrong ? We have been working overtime recently . What's wrong ? We have been working overtime recently . , The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task . The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task . , Must we finish our task before the holiday ? Must we finish our task before the holiday ? , Yes . The contract must be kept . Yes . The contract must be kept . , OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight . OK . I know . But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight . , Did he say why ? Did he say why ? , He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday . He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday . , Don't worry . I will tell him about that . Don't worry . I will tell him about that . , It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight . It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight . , Thank you for that . And I will double your pay . I thought about what you said . , And what did you decide ? And what did you decide ? , I decided that you're right . I decided that you're right . , I'm glad you saw the reason . I want to reserve rooms for my colleagues . , What kind of rooms do you want ? What kind of rooms do you want ? , A single room with a bath and one double room facing the lake . A single room with a bath and one double room facing the lake . , No problem . Your room numbers are 201 and 204 . No problem . Your room numbers are 201 and 204 . , Thank you . "Now , Mr.William , a little personal information first , are you married ? ", Yes . I am . Actually my wife is a teacher . Yes . I am . Actually my wife is a teacher . , What's your major ? What's your major ? , German . German . , How long have you been study in German ? How long have you been study in German ? ," Since I first met my wife , about three years . " " Since I first met my wife , about three years . "," And just one more question , would you like to be an interpreter ? " " And just one more question , would you like to be an interpreter ? "," Yes , I ’ d like to do that . " " Yes , I ’ d like to do that . "," Very good , you can come here to work next month . " " Very good , you can come here to work next month . ", Thank you . What dressing would you like on the salad ? ," French dressing , please . " " French dressing , please . ", I beg your pardon ? I beg your pardon ? ," Oh , French dressing . " " Oh , French dressing . "," Sorry , it's not available now.Anything else ? " " Sorry , it's not available now.Anything else ? ", We still prefer French dressing . We still prefer French dressing . , Will you say it again ? Will you say it again ? , Who's your manager ? Tell me ! Would you ? "Good evening , Yanking Restaurant . "," Could I reserve a table for Saturday , September 16th at 8: 00 p . m . ? " " Could I reserve a table for Saturday , September 16th at 8: 00 p . m . ? "," Certainly , sir . For how many people , please ? " " Certainly , sir . For how many people , please ? "," For two people . We would like a quiet table , please . " " For two people . We would like a quiet table , please . "," Of course . May I have your name , please ? " " Of course . May I have your name , please ? ", This is Mr . William . This is Mr . William . ," Can you spell that , please ? " " Can you spell that , please ? ", William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M . William . W-I-L-L-I-A-M . ," Thank you , Mr . William . Goodbye . " Good morning . Are you ready to order ? ," Yes , I am , thank you . I'll have three scrambled eggs with country ham , toast and jam , please . " " Yes , I am , thank you . I'll have three scrambled eggs with country ham , toast and jam , please . ", Would you like anything to drink ? Would you like anything to drink ? , I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea . I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ? Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie ? , Sure . Coming right up . Thank you very much for everything you have done for me during my stay in China . , And I must thank you again for your generous help . And I must thank you again for your generous help . ," The help is mutual . I must thank you to see me off . My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you . You will come to see us , won't you ? " " The help is mutual . I must thank you to see me off . My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you . You will come to see us , won't you ? ", I promise I will take the first chance to call on you . Please send your wife with my best regards . "Hi Sam , would you like to come for a curry with us next Friday ? "," Sure , I love curry . Who else is coming ? " " Sure , I love curry . Who else is coming ? "," Jane , Susan , Pete and two colleagues of mine from work . " " Jane , Susan , Pete and two colleagues of mine from work . "," I have no plans for Friday , so curry would be great . Which restaurant do you have in mind ? " " I have no plans for Friday , so curry would be great . Which restaurant do you have in mind ? ", Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good . Susan suggested the one on Main Street . She says it is very good . , Which one is that ? Which one is that ? ," You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door . " " You know , the one just on the corner with Oxford Street . There is a large pharmacy next door . "," Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good . " " Oh yes , I know which one you mean . I have never been there , but I looked at their menu once and it did look good . ", Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ? Okay then . I think we will all meet outside ? , What time ? What time ? , At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation . At 8 o'clock . I will make the reservation . , That's good . See you on Friday . What problems will exporters face in moving to the foreign market ? , An exporter needs to know the social characteristics of people he is dealing with . An exporter needs to know the social characteristics of people he is dealing with . , Like what ? Like what ? ," What do they like or dislike . What languages do they speak , what religions do they follow . " " What do they like or dislike . What languages do they speak , what religions do they follow . ", Reasonable . Reasonable . ," Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to . " " Especially he needs to know their behavior , their habits , their way of life and the things they are used to . "," Sometimes people in different countries , or even in different parts of the same country have varying outlooks because of the tribe and culture . " just don't understand why we have to take the subway . Look at this place . It's modern enough . But it's far from lively . , It's convenient . People in network go everywhere by subway if they don't drive . It's convenient . People in network go everywhere by subway if they don't drive . ," This isn't network , Frida . We are in San Francisco . " " This isn't network , Frida . We are in San Francisco . ", What's the difference ? What's the difference ? , We haven't come here in business but for pleasure . We should go out exciting . What can you see in the subway ? Nothing ! We haven't come here in business but for pleasure . We should go out exciting . What can you see in the subway ? Nothing ! , What can you see from a tram or a double-decker ? What can you see from a tram or a double-decker ? , I can see people who are walking on the sidewalk . I can see cars driving on the streets . I can see the sun shining and beautiful flowers dancing in the wind . I can even smell the scent of flowers and the freshness of the air . I can see people who are walking on the sidewalk . I can see cars driving on the streets . I can see the sun shining and beautiful flowers dancing in the wind . I can even smell the scent of flowers and the freshness of the air . , But they are not as convenient as the subway . But they are not as convenient as the subway . , You miss the point ! We are not in a hurry to go anywhere . You miss the point ! We are not in a hurry to go anywhere . ," Well , maybe you are right . We'll be more amused in a tram or a double-decker than on the subway . " " Well , maybe you are right . We'll be more amused in a tram or a double-decker than on the subway . ", I'm so glad you can finally see things in my way . Can we leave this dull place now ? I'm so glad you can finally see things in my way . Can we leave this dull place now ? , What about the tickets ? I've already bought them . What about the tickets ? I've already bought them . , Just throw them away ! I firmly believe that if we invested in funds we could earn a lot of money . , All wet.You are such a fool . "The world changes , the family changes too . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , People now like a small family composed of two parents and one child . People now like a small family composed of two parents and one child . , That is called a nuclear family . That is called a nuclear family . , I don't like such a family . I don't like such a family . , What kind of family are you like ? What kind of family are you like ? ," I like a family composed of many people . It includes grandparents , parents , aunts and uncles , and children . " " I like a family composed of many people . It includes grandparents , parents , aunts and uncles , and children . ", It's a traditional family . It may be too large to live well . It's a traditional family . It may be too large to live well . ," We can live well , I think . " "Hello ? This is Steven . I'd like to speak to Mr . Brown , please . ", I'm afraid he is not in at the moment . I'm afraid he is not in at the moment . , Then what time do you think he will be in ? Then what time do you think he will be in ? ," I suppose he won't come back until 6 p . m . By the way , do you want to call later , or would you like to leave a message ? " " I suppose he won't come back until 6 p . m . By the way , do you want to call later , or would you like to leave a message ? ", I'd like to leave a message . Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he returns . He has my number . I'd like to leave a message . Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he returns . He has my number . ," Okay , I'll do that . " " Okay , I'll do that . ", Thank you . Bye-bye ! Thank you . Bye-bye ! ," You're welcome , bye ! " I'm calling to tell you the shipment has arrived in good condition . , That's good ! This is our first transaction . I hope you'll be entirely satisfied with this initial shipment . That's good ! This is our first transaction . I hope you'll be entirely satisfied with this initial shipment . , Quite satisfied . I'm looking forward to our future cooperation . Have you ever tried shopping online ? ," No , never . I prefer to actually see and touch what I'm buying before I pay for it , especially for clothes and shoes . " " No , never . I prefer to actually see and touch what I'm buying before I pay for it , especially for clothes and shoes . ", That's right . Seeing is believing . That's right . Seeing is believing . ," I've heard some friends say when they get the article , it's quite different from what they see on the website advertisement . " " I've heard some friends say when they get the article , it's quite different from what they see on the website advertisement . "," That happens . Without close quality examination , we may encounter fraud , and the e-shop may suddenly disappear . " " That happens . Without close quality examination , we may encounter fraud , and the e-shop may suddenly disappear . "," What's more , it's not always so safe for us to pay online as hackers might steal the user name and password . " " What's more , it's not always so safe for us to pay online as hackers might steal the user name and password . "," It's said that some measures have been taken to deal with this problem . Paying online is much safer than before , but I still have the feeling that it's not safe enough . " " It's said that some measures have been taken to deal with this problem . Paying online is much safer than before , but I still have the feeling that it's not safe enough . ", I can't agree more . that's why I only do street shopping . I can't agree more . that's why I only do street shopping . ," Me too . Sometimes I surf online shops to check some related information , and then go to a physical store to do the actual shopping . " " Me too . Sometimes I surf online shops to check some related information , and then go to a physical store to do the actual shopping . ", That's a good idea . "Is there a problem , officer ? ", Did you notice that stop sign you ran through ? Did you notice that stop sign you ran through ? ," I'm sorry , I didn't even notice it . " " I'm sorry , I didn't even notice it . ", You didn't see it ? You didn't see it ? , I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it . I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it . , That's true . Those bushes are a problem . That's true . Those bushes are a problem . , I swear that I didn't mean to run it . I swear that I didn't mean to run it . , I can understand why you didn't stop for it . I can understand why you didn't stop for it . ," Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ? " " Are you going to give me a ticket today , sir ? "," Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning . " " Under the circumstances , I think I'm just going to let you go with a warning . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . ," No problem . Next time , just pay closer attention . " Have you enjoyed your weekend ? ," Yes , it's been marvelous . It really was very kind of you to invite me . I hope it hasn't been too much trouble . " " Yes , it's been marvelous . It really was very kind of you to invite me . I hope it hasn't been too much trouble . ", Not at all . We've really enjoyed having you . I hope you'll come and stay again next time you're in Changsha . Can I help you ? , I'd like two kilos of eggs . I'd like two kilos of eggs . , What kind ? What kind ? , Do you have the eggs with the red yolk ? Do you have the eggs with the red yolk ? ," Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week . " " Sorry , madam . We have stopped selling those kinds of eggs for a week . ", Why ? Why ? ," You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer . " " You know , red yolk is proved unnatural . It's artificial , and may lead to cancer . "," Oh , My God ! That's terrible . " " Oh , My God ! That's terrible . "," Yes , so they are no longer being sold . " " Yes , so they are no longer being sold . ", Then give me the ordinary ones . Do you like climbing ? ," Yes , I like it very much . " " Yes , I like it very much . ", How about climbing up the Fragrant Mountain tomorrow ? How about climbing up the Fragrant Mountain tomorrow ? , Where is it ? Where is it ? ," It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' . " " It is located at the east foot of Western Mountain of Beijing , in a park with the same name . There are some huge stones within the mountain which look like the censer , so it is called ' Fragrant Mountain ' . ", Have you visited it before ? Have you visited it before ? ," Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting . " " Many times . Except climbing , there are many attractions worth visiting . ", Like what ? Like what ? ," It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between . " " It is the best season to view red leaves from the Mid-October to the first ten days of November . During the period , thousands of hectares of maples on the sloping field are so red that you would recognize them as fallen petals by mistake if looking from a further area . The bright red , pink , scarlet , and peach-puff leaves are distributed in different layout , with some green pines and cypresses dotted in between . ", Sounds marvelous . Sounds marvelous . , You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain . You can take a bird-eye view at the glorious picture when you arrive at the top of the mountain . , Great . I will prepare some clothes and food for the climbing . "Fill it up , PLS . "," Premium or regular , Madam ? " " Premium or regular , Madam ? "," Premium , PLS . Could you check my tyres , too ? I think they need air . " " Premium , PLS . Could you check my tyres , too ? I think they need air . "," No problem , Madam . Should I check the air in the spare tyre as well ? " " No problem , Madam . Should I check the air in the spare tyre as well ? ", I don't think so . It's brand-new . I don't think so . It's brand-new . , Should I clean the windshield for you ? Should I clean the windshield for you ? ," Yes , PLS . I also need you to check the oil and the radiator . " " Yes , PLS . I also need you to check the oil and the radiator . "," All right , Madam . It's ok . There is hardly any water in the radiator . It's dangerous , Madam . You could break down , because of the heat you know . " " All right , Madam . It's ok . There is hardly any water in the radiator . It's dangerous , Madam . You could break down , because of the heat you know . ", Pls fill it up with water then . Pls fill it up with water then . ," Anything you say , Madam . " " Anything you say , Madam . ", Do you take credit card ? Do you take credit card ? ," No , we don't . I am sorry . It's 30 dollars and 10 cents in total . " " No , we don't . I am sorry . It's 30 dollars and 10 cents in total . ", 30 dollars and 10 cents ? Here you go . 30 dollars and 10 cents ? Here you go . ," Thank you , Madam . Have a nice drive ! " "Hey , Mr Brown . How are you ? Look at that smile on your face ! "," Recently it's been pretty good , actually . " " Recently it's been pretty good , actually . "," That's what we like to hear , a profitable business . " " That's what we like to hear , a profitable business . "," Well , yes . Thanks , there's no trouble at the moment . " " Well , yes . Thanks , there's no trouble at the moment . "," So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ? " " So , what can I do for you today ? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer ? "," I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home . " " I'm going to need a Deposit Certification , to handle the affairs related to home . "," Oh , domestic things ? Yes , of course , we can help you with that . " I don't make idle threats . , I guess not . I guess not . ," I hope you're not turning into a sissy on me , Dave . " " I hope you're not turning into a sissy on me , Dave . "," Look , I want to succeed just as much as you do . Well , maybe not quite that much . " " Look , I want to succeed just as much as you do . Well , maybe not quite that much . "," If we let Vince and Elvin continue to run things , invoking is going to fail . " " If we let Vince and Elvin continue to run things , invoking is going to fail . ", What are you trying to say ? What are you trying to say ? ," I'm saying this ship needs a new captain . Are you with me , or aren't you ? " What's the time now ? ," Sorry , I don't know , there's something wrong with my watch . " " Sorry , I don't know , there's something wrong with my watch . "," You've simply forgotten to wind it up , have you ? When do you usually wind it up ? " " You've simply forgotten to wind it up , have you ? When do you usually wind it up ? "," In the coming , before going to work . " " In the coming , before going to work . "," You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it . " " You got up so late today . You have , I think . Turn on the TV and set your watch by it . ", OK . I'll turn it on . OK . I'll turn it on . , All right . It's just four o'clock . All right . It's just four o'clock . ," Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you . " " Well , I'm setting my watch at four . Thank you . ", You are welcome . this is the route I thought we could take on our hike on Saturday afternoon . , how long is it altogether ? how long is it altogether ? , it ’ s about six or seven miles . That ’ s about the kilometers . it ’ s about six or seven miles . That ’ s about the kilometers . ," that sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall . " " that sounds OK . So , we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall . ", right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there . right . Then we turn left and walk up this small hill . The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb . We can eat a snack there . , then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church . then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church . ," we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path . " " we can spend a few minutes looking around the church . Then , we turn right and walk along this path . ", this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ? this path leads to the cave . Can we look inside the cave ? ," yes , we can , but it isn ’ t very interesting . " " yes , we can , but it isn ’ t very interesting . ", then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path . then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path . , that ’ s right . that ’ s right . , how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ? how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk ? ," I think it will take about four hours , including breaks . " " I think it will take about four hours , including breaks . "," that ’ s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ? " " that ’ s fine . Are there signposts along the way , in case we get lost ? "," yes , there are . They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk . " "Li Lei , can you tell me what the origin of Easter is ? ", The Bible says that Jesus Christ was resurrected three days after he was crucified . People commemorate that at a festival called Easter . The Bible says that Jesus Christ was resurrected three days after he was crucified . People commemorate that at a festival called Easter . ," Oh , then when do you celebrate Easter ? " " Oh , then when do you celebrate Easter ? ", We celebrate it on the first Sunday after a full moon on or after the 21st of March . We celebrate it on the first Sunday after a full moon on or after the 21st of March . , How do you celebrate it ? How do you celebrate it ? , We make a lot of Easter eggs and then paint some designs on them . We'll also go to church and pray . We make a lot of Easter eggs and then paint some designs on them . We'll also go to church and pray . , That sounds interesting . What ’ s the first thing you do when you go to the bathroom in the morning ? ," I look at myself in the mirror . Sometimes , it ’ s not a pleasant sight , especially if I have been out late the late before . " " I look at myself in the mirror . Sometimes , it ’ s not a pleasant sight , especially if I have been out late the late before . ", Do you usually shower or take a bath ? Do you usually shower or take a bath ? ," I usually don ’ t have time for a bath in the mornings , so I just take a shower . Sometimes I need a cold shower to wake me up and sometimes I need a hot one , especially if it ’ s winter and I need to warm up . " " I usually don ’ t have time for a bath in the mornings , so I just take a shower . Sometimes I need a cold shower to wake me up and sometimes I need a hot one , especially if it ’ s winter and I need to warm up . ", Do you shave every morning ? Do you shave every morning ? ," I shave every workday , but I only shave at weekends if I ’ m going out somewhere . If I ’ m staying at home , I don ’ t shave . " " I shave every workday , but I only shave at weekends if I ’ m going out somewhere . If I ’ m staying at home , I don ’ t shave . ", Do you brush your teeth twice a day as dentists recommend ? Do you brush your teeth twice a day as dentists recommend ? ," Yes . I brush my teeth in the morning , just before I go to work . It ’ s actually the last thing I do before leaving . Then I brush again before bed . " " Yes . I brush my teeth in the morning , just before I go to work . It ’ s actually the last thing I do before leaving . Then I brush again before bed . ", Your dentist must be proud of you ! How can I help you ? , I seem to have lost my train ticket . I seem to have lost my train ticket . , What ’ s your destination ? What ’ s your destination ? , I ’ m supposed to be going to shanghai . I ’ m supposed to be going to shanghai . , Ok . When is your train supposed to leave ? Ok . When is your train supposed to leave ? , It ’ s supposed to leave in 30 minutes . It ’ s supposed to leave in 30 minutes . ," OH , dear . What ’ s your last name , please ? " " OH , dear . What ’ s your last name , please ? ", S M I T H . S M I T H . , And your passport number ? And your passport number ? , Z3264356 . Z3264356 . , Let me see ... it doesn ’ t look like we have any information about your ticket here . Let me see ... it doesn ’ t look like we have any information about your ticket here . ," Is there anything you can do for me ? If I don ’ t make it to shanghai in time , my wife is going go kill me . " " Is there anything you can do for me ? If I don ’ t make it to shanghai in time , my wife is going go kill me . "," Oh dear . I ’ m really sorry , sir . But you don ’ t have any proof of purchase . You ’ ll simply have to purchase another ticket . " " Oh dear . I ’ m really sorry , sir . But you don ’ t have any proof of purchase . You ’ ll simply have to purchase another ticket . ", How much is that going to cost me ? How much is that going to cost me ? ," It depends on how you want to travel . If you want a soft sleeper , it will cost 610 RIB , if you want a hard seat , it will only cost 100RMB . " " It depends on how you want to travel . If you want a soft sleeper , it will cost 610 RIB , if you want a hard seat , it will only cost 100RMB . ", I can ’ t possibly travel on a hard seat for 10 hours ! I can ’ t possibly travel on a hard seat for 10 hours ! , looks like you might like the soft sleeper then . looks like you might like the soft sleeper then . ," Yes , fine . Let me see how much money I have in my wallet . " " Yes , fine . Let me see how much money I have in my wallet . ", ... sir ? ... sir ? , Where ’ s my wallet ? Someone has stolen my wallet ! Where ’ s my wallet ? Someone has stolen my wallet ! , Perhaps it ’ s in your other pocket . Perhaps it ’ s in your other pocket . , You ’ re right . It is . Let me have a look . I have 419.6 RIB . is that enough ? You ’ re right . It is . Let me have a look . I have 419.6 RIB . is that enough ? ," You ’ re just 4 mao short for the hard sleeper , but I ’ ll let it go . Anything for love ! " " You ’ re just 4 mao short for the hard sleeper , but I ’ ll let it go . Anything for love ! "," Thanks , ma ’ am . You ’ re a lifesaver ! " Can you direct me to Holiday inn ? , Cross the street and walk two blocks west.You can't miss it . Cross the street and walk two blocks west.You can't miss it . , Thanks . Do you like travelling ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Do you usually travel by bus ? Do you usually travel by bus ? ," No , by train . I think it's much safer than bus . " "Would you pour me some of that tea , please ? ", Okay . Say when . "Hi , Mr . Zhang . What ’ s wrong ? You don ’ t look so happy . How was your date ? ", I was turned down again . It ’ s frustrating . I guess you ’ Ve got to teach me some skills . I was turned down again . It ’ s frustrating . I guess you ’ Ve got to teach me some skills . , Me ? I ’ m even less experienced than you are . Me ? I ’ m even less experienced than you are . , At least you know what American women generally like in a man . At least you know what American women generally like in a man . ," Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ’ s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard . " " Believe it or not , I guess American women like a man in good shape , which Chinese women may not care about so much . That ’ s my honest opinion . I know you have been trying very hard . "," American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ’ t many chances . " " American men are naturally taller than Chinese men . So even if I exercise , there aren ’ t many chances . "," No , that ’ s not true . I ’ Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ’ s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants . " " No , that ’ s not true . I ’ Ve met two American women who were married to Chinese . But those Chinese look very strong and healthy . So if you exercise more often , I bet it will surely be easier for you to date American girls . How old is Jacky Chan ? He ’ s small and short . But I bet he can have any American woman he wants . "," You know , that ’ s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise . " " You know , that ’ s going to be a tremendous change for me . Because I never exercise . "," Why don ’ t you try then ? Even if it doesn ’ t help you find an American girl , you could still have a stronger and healthier body . You won ’ t lose anything by doing that . " I was meaning to ask you if you saw the basketball game on Friday . ," I wanted to go , but I couldn't . " " I wanted to go , but I couldn't . ", It was a great game . It was a great game . , It's too bad that I couldn't make it . Who won ? It's too bad that I couldn't make it . Who won ? , Our team played hard and won . Our team played hard and won . , I really wish I went to the game . I really wish I went to the game . , It was the best game ever . It was the best game ever . , So tell me the final score . So tell me the final score . ," The other team lost by three points , 101-98 . " " The other team lost by three points , 101-98 . ", It must've been a close game . It must've been a close game . , It really was . You should've gone . It really was . You should've gone . ," Hopefully , I'll make it to the next one . " I see you have bought the latest copy of beauty and fashion . Are there any interesting articles in it ? , There ’ s an interesting interview with a top fashion designer about the latest fashions . I enjoyed reading her thought . The which ? section is very interesting this month . They tested facial cleaners . T There ’ s an interesting interview with a top fashion designer about the latest fashions . I enjoyed reading her thought . The which ? section is very interesting this month . They tested facial cleaners . T , I like to take the tests that they print in this magazine . I like to take the tests that they print in this magazine . , Which tests do you mean ? Which tests do you mean ? , You know . Tests like how jealous are you ? and are you a fashion victim ? You know . Tests like how jealous are you ? and are you a fashion victim ? ," Oh , I see . I like to do those tests , too , but I don ’ t take them seriously . " " Oh , I see . I like to do those tests , too , but I don ’ t take them seriously . "," Of course not , but sometimes the results make you think about yourself and what you do . According to the jealousy test , I ’ m quite a jealous type of person . Perhaps I need to control my jealousy . " " Of course not , but sometimes the results make you think about yourself and what you do . According to the jealousy test , I ’ m quite a jealous type of person . Perhaps I need to control my jealousy . ", You ’ re right . It ’ s sometimes hard to tell which pages are advertisement and which ones are articles . I wish to order 100 sets of hifi.Do you have this service ? , Sony or some other brands ? Sony or some other brands ? , Sony please.Do you have extra charge for delivery ? Sony please.Do you have extra charge for delivery ? ," No , it's free . " We are going to the concert this evening . Will you join us . , I'm very sorry I can't . I'm very sorry I can't . , Why not ? Why not ? , I've been snowed under with since my bosses away on business . "What can I do for you , sir ? "," Hmm , I want to change my traveler's cheque . Here is a traveler's cheque of 3,000 dollars . I would like to cash this cheque , please . " " Hmm , I want to change my traveler's cheque . Here is a traveler's cheque of 3,000 dollars . I would like to cash this cheque , please . ", No problem . May I see your identification ? No problem . May I see your identification ? , Sure . How about my passport ? Sure . How about my passport ? , That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ? That's fine ! How would you like this cash back ? ," I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please . " " I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties , please . "," Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day . " " Three thousand . Please check it , sir . Thank you and have a good day . ", Thank you and bye-bye ! How's your work ? ," Good , thanks . How about you ? " " Good , thanks . How about you ? ", Not bad . But we have lost a few of staff lately . Not bad . But we have lost a few of staff lately . , Why ? Why ? , Because of the low salaries . Because of the low salaries . , But your company is huge . Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages ? But your company is huge . Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages ? , I don't know why . I don't know why . , Why don't you give them a suggestion ? Why don't you give them a suggestion ? , May be I can have a try . But I'm on vacation now . How do you like other films starring Charlie Chaplin ? ," Well , I like others very much , but I really don't think much of this one . " " Well , I like others very much , but I really don't think much of this one . "," You don't like the performance , do you ? " " You don't like the performance , do you ? "," Yes , but I don't like the story . " "Good morning , and welcome to our bank . What can I do for you today ? ", I need some advice about my fixed deposits . I need some advice about my fixed deposits . , What seems to be the problem ? What seems to be the problem ? ," No , no problem . It's just that one of them is due and I'm not sure how to deal with it . " " No , no problem . It's just that one of them is due and I'm not sure how to deal with it . "," I see . Well , you have two choices ; you can renew it or redeem it . Which would you prefer ? " " I see . Well , you have two choices ; you can renew it or redeem it . Which would you prefer ? "," Mmmm ... well , I am happy with your service so far , so I'd like to renew it , please . " " Mmmm ... well , I am happy with your service so far , so I'd like to renew it , please . ", Not a problem . But may I just inform you that we have introduced a new service called Account Renewing upon Maturity ? Not a problem . But may I just inform you that we have introduced a new service called Account Renewing upon Maturity ? , Yes ... Yes ... ," You see , that means when anything is up for renewal , we do it automatically and you don't have to physically come here to sort it out . All you need to do is sign here and we'll set it all up for you . " " You see , that means when anything is up for renewal , we do it automatically and you don't have to physically come here to sort it out . All you need to do is sign here and we'll set it all up for you . ", That's just perfect for me . I live pretty far from the centre and it can be a chore getting in . How about overtime work ? ," Overtime work is very common in companies . I can work overtime if it's necessary , but I don ’ t think we will work overtime everyday . " " Overtime work is very common in companies . I can work overtime if it's necessary , but I don ’ t think we will work overtime everyday . ", Do you like regular work ? Do you like regular work ? ," No , I don ’ t like regular work . I am interested in different projects with new opportunities and new challenges , but I can do regular work if the company needs me to do so . " Excuse me . How much for one are these ? , Un .. Those are 25 dollars each . Un .. Those are 25 dollars each . ," OK . Say I was to buy four , could I get a discount ? " " OK . Say I was to buy four , could I get a discount ? "," Well , I could offer you maybe 10 percent off . " " Well , I could offer you maybe 10 percent off . "," Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars . " " Oh , I was hoping to get one free . Like four for 75 dollars . ", This one I'd better chat with the manager . Could you give me a second ? "Hey , Joshua ! Is Anny coming with us ? "," Yes , why ? " " Yes , why ? ", Nothing . I'm just asking . Nothing . I'm just asking . ," Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Aha , someone has a crush on Anny , doesn't he ? " " Just asking ? But why is your face burning like mad ? Aha , someone has a crush on Anny , doesn't he ? ", Who has a crush ? Who has a crush ? ," Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you . " " Come on , Josh , don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you've got to tell her . Maybe she likes you . ", I'd totally die if she turned me down . I'd totally die if she turned me down . , You've got to let her know . Come on ! You've got to take a chance ! "Good morning , Room Service . May I help you ? ", I'd like to have lunch in my room . I'd like to have lunch in my room . ," OK , sir . We offer two types of lunch , Chinese food and western food . Which one would you prefer ? " " OK , sir . We offer two types of lunch , Chinese food and western food . Which one would you prefer ? ", What does a Chinese food have ? What does a Chinese food have ? ," Rice , egg , beef and vegetables . " " Rice , egg , beef and vegetables . ", That will be fine . I'll take it . That will be fine . I'll take it . ," I see . May I have your name and room number , please ? " " I see . May I have your name and room number , please ? "," Sure , it's White in Room 204 . " " Sure , it's White in Room 204 . "," Let me confirm your order , Mr . White in Room 204 , Chinese food . Is that right ? " " Let me confirm your order , Mr . White in Room 204 , Chinese food . Is that right ? ", Exactly . Exactly . ," Your order will be ready soon , thank you for calling . " Excuse me . What's the actual flight time from here to San Francisco ? , It's about twelve hours . It's about twelve hours . , Can you tell me what time we're arriving ? Can you tell me what time we're arriving ? , Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time . Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time . , I see . I see . , And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Beijing time . "Hey , Ann , I am really sorry about last night . I shouldn't have said those things to you . ", I am sorry too . I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while . I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend . I am sorry too . I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while . I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend . , don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime . don't be silly . You guys should spend as much time together as you can . Besides we can go to the beach anytime . , thanks for understanding . thanks for understanding . ," well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ? " " well that's what being friends is about , isn't it ? "," hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers . " " hey , what if the three of us go to the beach together ? Besides , you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while . I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers . "," Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves . " " Nah , I wouldn't worry about that . But I don't want to be the third wheel . You two should have some quiet time to yourselves . "," I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about . " " I know Bob won't mind . You can bring a date , like that guy from the bar you keep talking about . ", maybe ... I'll think about it . Mr . Rogers ? , Mr . : Yes ? Mr . : Yes ? , I'm not feeling too well . I'm not feeling too well . , Mr . : Would you like to go to the nurse's ? Mr . : Would you like to go to the nurse's ? ," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . ", Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ? Mr . : Here's a hall pass for it . Do you need someone to walk you there ? , I can manage on my own . Thanks . I can manage on my own . Thanks . , Mr . : I'll drop by later to check on you . I decided to give it a go ! , Good for you . What items did you bid on ? Good for you . What items did you bid on ? , A DENY shirt and one of Serena Williams ' used tennis rackets ! A DENY shirt and one of Serena Williams ' used tennis rackets ! , Your idol ! Wow ! You're even better at finding stuff than me ! Your idol ! Wow ! You're even better at finding stuff than me ! , Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty ! Yep . I placed a bid for the shirt . The minimum was ten so I bet fifty ! , That's not how this game works . That's not how this game works . ," Well , there was a sign that said “ Buy now for seventy . ” " " Well , there was a sign that said “ Buy now for seventy . ” ", How many bids had been placed before you ? "Hi , I'm here to look at the one-bedroom apartment you have for rent . "," Okay , come right this way . " " Okay , come right this way . "," ( They walk over to the apartment . ) As you can see , it's large and completely furnished . " " ( They walk over to the apartment . ) As you can see , it's large and completely furnished . ", What bills are included in the rent ? What bills are included in the rent ? ," You have to pay the electricity bill yourself , but water is paid . " " You have to pay the electricity bill yourself , but water is paid . "," Well , I guess for $ 400 a month I shouldn't expect an all bills paid apartment . " Where can I find the produce ? , Aisle A is where you'll find all the produce . Aisle A is where you'll find all the produce . , What sales do they have today ? What sales do they have today ? , I'm sure something is on sale . Please check with the produce person . I have a little problem with room 507 . ," What exactly seems to be the problem , Mr . Sandals ? " " What exactly seems to be the problem , Mr . Sandals ? ", I found cockroaches in my room . I found cockroaches in my room . ," Cockroaches , sir ? That's unbelievable . " " Cockroaches , sir ? That's unbelievable . ", I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room . I've seen at least nine different cockroaches in my room . ," Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ? " " Sir , are you sure you haven't seen the same silverfish nine times ? ", There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief ! There are nine cockroaches in my room . I don't have time for your disbelief ! ," I apologize . One moment , please , while I transfer you to my supervisor . " "Do you like jazz , Tom ? "," No , I don't like it very much . Do you ? " " No , I don't like it very much . Do you ? "," Well , yes , I do . I'm a real fan of Wanton Marsalis . " " Well , yes , I do . I'm a real fan of Wanton Marsalis . "," Oh , does he play the piano ? " " Oh , does he play the piano ? "," No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ? " " No , he doesn't ! ! ! He plays the trumpet . So , what kind of music do you like ? ", I like rock a lot . I like rock a lot . , Who's your favorite group ? Who's your favorite group ? , The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ? The Cranberries . I love their music . How about you ? Do you like them ? ," No , I don't . I can't stand them ! ! " A funny thing happened to me the other day . ," Oh , yes ? " " Oh , yes ? "," I was just thinking about someone I went to school with , this boy I was quite friendly with in third grade . We used to hang out together - he lived next door - but then my parents moved and I changed schools and never saw him again . " " I was just thinking about someone I went to school with , this boy I was quite friendly with in third grade . We used to hang out together - he lived next door - but then my parents moved and I changed schools and never saw him again . ", Mmm . Mmm . ," Well , I was walking down Nan Jing Dong Lu ( Nan-Jing E . Rd . ) during my lunch break thinking about this boy-I have no idea why I was thinking about him . " " Well , I was walking down Nan Jing Dong Lu ( Nan-Jing E . Rd . ) during my lunch break thinking about this boy-I have no idea why I was thinking about him . ", Really ? Really ? ," Yes . And suddenly I heard someone call my name . I turned around and there was this man looking at me . I didn't recognize him at all , but he obviously knew who I was . " " Yes . And suddenly I heard someone call my name . I turned around and there was this man looking at me . I didn't recognize him at all , but he obviously knew who I was . "," Oh , yeah , that's embarrassing when that happens . " " Oh , yeah , that's embarrassing when that happens . "," You got it . Well , he walked up to me and said my name again and then I realized it was the boy I had been thinking about , the one from third grade ! " We're going out to dinner and then to the movies . , Hold on ! I can't afford to pay for both . Hold on ! I can't afford to pay for both . , Don't worry . I've got money . It's my treat . Don't worry . I've got money . It's my treat . ," Gee , that's really nice of you . " I think we should home school our children when we decide to have kids . , What ? Why ? What ? Why ? ," Well , our public schools here are not very good and private school are just too expensive . I have been reading up on home schooling and it has a lot of advantages . " " Well , our public schools here are not very good and private school are just too expensive . I have been reading up on home schooling and it has a lot of advantages . ", Like what ? I think that by doing something like that we would be isolating our children from social interaction . Like what ? I think that by doing something like that we would be isolating our children from social interaction . ," Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses . " " Well , first of all , I would be able to teach them everything they learn in school in a more relaxed and fun way . I also think that having a one-on-one class is much better since you can focus more on his or her strengths or weaknesses . ", I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea . I think neither your parents or mine would agree to such an idea . , I will bring it up over Sunday brunch . I will bring it up over Sunday brunch . , Good luck with that ! "Where are you from , Laura ? "," Well , my whole family is in the United States now , but we're from Costa Rica originally . " " Well , my whole family is in the United States now , but we're from Costa Rica originally . "," Oh , so you're from South America . " " Oh , so you're from South America . "," Actually , Costa Rica isn't in South America . It's in Central America . " " Actually , Costa Rica isn't in South America . It's in Central America . "," Oh , right . My geography isn't very good ! " It's awfully quiet around here . , Yeah . There's nobody in sight . Yeah . There's nobody in sight . , I have a feeling that we're not supposed to be in here . I have a feeling that we're not supposed to be in here . , I think you're right . Let's go . What did you say ? , Are you deaf or what ? How can I live without Helen ? ," Get a hold of yourself , Bruce . You'll get over her eventually . " It's snowing outside . ," Oh , how could it be ? " " Oh , how could it be ? ", Let's go out and have a look . Let's go out and have a look . , OK . Wait a minute . OK . Wait a minute . ," Look at the snow , it's so beautiful . " " Look at the snow , it's so beautiful . ", Yes . It's really snowing . Yes . It's really snowing . ," I love winter , I love snow . " " I love winter , I love snow . ", But don't you think it's a little too cold ? But don't you think it's a little too cold ? , But I like cold more than hot . But I like cold more than hot . , You are so interesting . "I'm really confused , Zina . Will you explain all this to me ? "," Look , we need to have the Stars.com account , right ? " " Look , we need to have the Stars.com account , right ? "," Yes . If we get it , we'll really be set for success . " " Yes . If we get it , we'll really be set for success . "," And to get it , we have to beat WebTracker to the punch . " " And to get it , we have to beat WebTracker to the punch . "," OK , I'm with you so far . " " OK , I'm with you so far . ", That's why I promised that invoking would be up and running by the end of next week . "Can I take your order , sir ? "," I ’ ll have the kung PAO chicken , please . " " I ’ ll have the kung PAO chicken , please . "," Certainly sir , would you like some rice or noodles with that ? " " Certainly sir , would you like some rice or noodles with that ? ", Just some fried rice please . Just some fried rice please . ," Ok , would you like some soup as well ? " " Ok , would you like some soup as well ? "," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", Thank you very much . Your food will be ready soon . "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? ", Good morning . I'm interested in antiques . Do you have any ? Good morning . I'm interested in antiques . Do you have any ? ," Yes , we have a great variety of Chinese antiques . " " Yes , we have a great variety of Chinese antiques . ", What do you have ? What do you have ? ," Well , we have some painting and some porcelain . Which do you like better ? " " Well , we have some painting and some porcelain . Which do you like better ? ", I'd like porcelain . I'd like porcelain . , Good . How about the table set ? Good . How about the table set ? ," Oh , it looks well . I like it very much . " " Oh , it looks well . I like it very much . ", It's made in Jingdezhen . It's made in Jingdezhen . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , One thousand eight hundred yuan . One thousand eight hundred yuan . , It's not expensive . I'll take it . We hope that partial shipment is allowed . , Could you explain in detail ? Could you explain in detail ? , Shipping the goods is to be made in three equal monthly installments . Shipping the goods is to be made in three equal monthly installments . ," How about 60 % for the first load , then 20 % each ? " What're you going to wear today ? , I like the new shirt . I like the new shirt . , You'd better tuck in your shirt . You'd better tuck in your shirt . ," Oh , I prefer it loose " "Look , it's all water over the dam now . Let's leave it behind us . "," Yeah , I know , but it's too hard to do . " " Yeah , I know , but it's too hard to do . ", Our eyes should look into the future . We could not live in the past . Our eyes should look into the future . We could not live in the past . ," Only sometimes when I think about it , I feel very sad . " " Only sometimes when I think about it , I feel very sad . ", It's normal . Time will change everything . Don't tell me that's your lunch ? ," No , this is just my appetizer ... this is my lunch ! " " No , this is just my appetizer ... this is my lunch ! ", A candy bar for an appetizer and a piece of pie for lunch ! That's all junk ! A candy bar for an appetizer and a piece of pie for lunch ! That's all junk ! ," This is good food , it has milk , fruit , grains , nuts ... " " This is good food , it has milk , fruit , grains , nuts ... "," Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives ! " " Sugar , sugar , preservatives , fats , more sugar , more fat , more preservatives ! ", At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ? At least I enjoy my lunch ! What's in your bag ? ," My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken . " " My wife sent me with rice , vegetables , and some curry chicken . "," There's the difference , your wife made it ! I have to make my own lunch ! " "Hi , Cole . What can I do for you ? "," if you have a few minutes , I'd like to talk to you about my future at this company . " " if you have a few minutes , I'd like to talk to you about my future at this company . "," sure , have a seat . " " sure , have a seat . ", thanks . thanks . , let me just grab your file . How long have you worked for us now ? let me just grab your file . How long have you worked for us now ? , I've worked here as a sales representative for about a year now . I've worked here as a sales representative for about a year now . , one year already ? It's amazing how time flies like that . Are you enjoying your job ? one year already ? It's amazing how time flies like that . Are you enjoying your job ? ," yes , but I'd like to have a chance at job advancement . " " yes , but I'd like to have a chance at job advancement . ", I see . What job did you have in mind . I see . What job did you have in mind . ," well , I've noticed that is a position available as a sales manager . " " well , I've noticed that is a position available as a sales manager . ", do you understand what duties that job would entail ? do you understand what duties that job would entail ? ," yes . I would be directly responsible for all of the sales representatives in my department . I assume there'd be more meetings , paperwork , and other responsibilities , too . " " yes . I would be directly responsible for all of the sales representatives in my department . I assume there'd be more meetings , paperwork , and other responsibilities , too . ", that's right . Do you have any experience in management ? that's right . Do you have any experience in management ? ," yes . In fact if you look at my resume , you can see that I was a manager before I started this job . " " yes . In fact if you look at my resume , you can see that I was a manager before I started this job . "," well , I think you'd be the perfect candidate for the position . According to company policy , you'll still have to go through the formal application procedures though , so fill this application form in " " well , I think you'd be the perfect candidate for the position . According to company policy , you'll still have to go through the formal application procedures though , so fill this application form in ", ok . Thanks for your support . How dare you accuse me of stealing your computer ? ," I'm sorry , but you were the only one who had access to it . " Do you like cooking ? ," Yes , I do it a lot.but I don't like doing dishes.what about you , do you like cooking and then cleaning up afterwards ? " " Yes , I do it a lot.but I don't like doing dishes.what about you , do you like cooking and then cleaning up afterwards ? "," To be honest , I don't really like doing either one , I can't cook and I hate cleaning . " " To be honest , I don't really like doing either one , I can't cook and I hate cleaning . "," Suppose you have to do one of the two , which do you prefer ? " " Suppose you have to do one of the two , which do you prefer ? ", I would rather do the dishes than cook . I would rather do the dishes than cook . ," I prefer the absent.the way I see it , to do the dishes is boring . " " I prefer the absent.the way I see it , to do the dishes is boring . ", let's make a deal . let's make a deal . , What ? What ? , I'm going to buy some vegetable and you cook . I'm going to buy some vegetable and you cook . , Will you do the dishes after the meal ? Will you do the dishes after the meal ? , Fair enough ! There are so many people that the tickets are all sold out ! , Luckily we got the last two . Luckily we got the last two . ," Look , Danny . The Four Great Inventions ! " " Look , Danny . The Four Great Inventions ! "," Gunpowder , compass , the paper making , and the printing . " " Gunpowder , compass , the paper making , and the printing . ", I really admire those who made such great inventions ! I really admire those who made such great inventions ! ," May , I don't see why they are great . They are just simple things . " " May , I don't see why they are great . They are just simple things . ", They look simple today . But they were milestones in their times . They look simple today . But they were milestones in their times . ," Milestones ? May , you must be kidding . " " Milestones ? May , you must be kidding . "," Just think Bill Gates , those inventions are as important as the windows system . " " Just think Bill Gates , those inventions are as important as the windows system . "," Well , I suppose the ancient inventors made a lot of money out of them . " " Well , I suppose the ancient inventors made a lot of money out of them . "," No , quite the contrary . " " No , quite the contrary . ", Why ? Didn't you say that they were milestones ? Why ? Didn't you say that they were milestones ? ," Yes , but they went to the public without any patent protection . " " Yes , but they went to the public without any patent protection . "," Well , their inventors were not as clever as Bill Gates . " Good afternoon.Swiss Airline.Miss Grown speaking . Can I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to make a reservation to Los Angeles on Sep . 19th . Yes . I'd like to make a reservation to Los Angeles on Sep . 19th . ," Just a moment , please . Let me check for you . ( A moment later ) Thank you for waiting . I am sorry but our flights are fully booked on that day.The next available flight leaves at 4:00 pm on 20th . Shall I reserve you a seat on it ? " " Just a moment , please . Let me check for you . ( A moment later ) Thank you for waiting . I am sorry but our flights are fully booked on that day.The next available flight leaves at 4:00 pm on 20th . Shall I reserve you a seat on it ? "," Yes , please , thank you . " "John , I ’ d like you to meet Charles Brown , our new manager at the airport . "," Yes , certainly . How can I recognize him ? " " Yes , certainly . How can I recognize him ? "," He is short , well-built , and he ’ s got light blond hair . " " He is short , well-built , and he ’ s got light blond hair . ", Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? ," He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion . " " He has a mustache , if I remember correctly , and a light complexion . ", How old is he ? How old is he ? , He is in his late thirties . He is in his late thirties . , Well . I shouldn ’ t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ? Well . I shouldn ’ t have any trouble recognizing him . What time does his flight arrive ? , At 2 thirty . "Well , it's illegal to bring food and drinks into the theater . ", Too bad . I did anyway . Too bad . I did anyway . , No wonder you brought such a big bag today . No wonder you brought such a big bag today . , I brought Strawberry Sticks . See ? I brought Strawberry Sticks . See ? , Those are the ones that are pre-dipped in sweet coating ! Those are the ones that are pre-dipped in sweet coating ! , Yep . And there's real strawberry chunks in the coating . "Yes , sir ? "," Could we have the bill , please ? " " Could we have the bill , please ? "," That's 68 pounds altogether , please . " " That's 68 pounds altogether , please . ", That's alright . Here you are . Do you have a free moment ? , Sure . What do you need ? Sure . What do you need ? , I ’ m having some trouble . How do you use this printer ? I ’ m having some trouble . How do you use this printer ? ," Well , first you have to turn this switch on . " " Well , first you have to turn this switch on . ", Silly me . Silly me . , Now press this button . Now press this button . ," Oh , and it ’ s out of paper . Do you have any more ? " " Oh , and it ’ s out of paper . Do you have any more ? ", Just a second . I ’ ll go get some . "Good morning , welcome aboard . ", Good morning . Can I use my cellular phone during this time ? Good morning . Can I use my cellular phone during this time ? ," Yes , you can use your cell phone during the boarding process until the aircraft door is closed . " " Yes , you can use your cell phone during the boarding process until the aircraft door is closed . ", Thank you . What should I do if I want to phone my family during the flight ? Thank you . What should I do if I want to phone my family during the flight ? , The aircraft is equipped with onboard phones . They do not interfere with the communication and navigation of the aircraft . The aircraft is equipped with onboard phones . They do not interfere with the communication and navigation of the aircraft . , So I can use the onboard phone during the flight ? So I can use the onboard phone during the flight ? , Of course . They will be used at anytime before or during flight . Hello . What can I do for you today ? , I've got some documents here that go with the L / C our company opened 10 days ago . I think there is something wrong . I've got some documents here that go with the L / C our company opened 10 days ago . I think there is something wrong . , Really ? Have you checked everything carefully ? Really ? Have you checked everything carefully ? ," Very carefully , that's when I found the problem . " " Very carefully , that's when I found the problem . "," Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ? " " Ah , I see . The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting , right ? "," Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ? " " Yep , you've got it ! What should we do ? "," Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone . " " Usually , if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that . But this does seem a little more serious . I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it . Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone . ", That's a great idea ; thanks for your help . "Excuse me . Miss , what does the doctor say about me ? When can I be discharged ? "," The doctor has examined your current situation . Since you are recovering so well , you will be discharged tomorrow . " " The doctor has examined your current situation . Since you are recovering so well , you will be discharged tomorrow . "," Great , thanks . But how can I get discharged ? " " Great , thanks . But how can I get discharged ? "," First please get the bill at the doctor's office , then pay it either with cash or by check . Even though you're discharged , you still need to take a rest at home . Don't hurry back to work until you have fully recovered . " " First please get the bill at the doctor's office , then pay it either with cash or by check . Even though you're discharged , you still need to take a rest at home . Don't hurry back to work until you have fully recovered . "," Yes , I will . Thanks for your care . " What's this then ? ," It's my geography , sir . The Map of Africa you set us . " " It's my geography , sir . The Map of Africa you set us . ", But this should have been handed in last Thursday . But this should have been handed in last Thursday . ," Yes , I know , sir . I'm sorry . " " Yes , I know , sir . I'm sorry . "," Well , what's your excuse then ? " " Well , what's your excuse then ? ", My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home . My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home . ," Oh , Yes ? " " Oh , Yes ? "," It's true , sir . " "Hello , this is the admissions office . Can I help you ? ", Hi . I ’ m calling about your continuing education program . Hi . I ’ m calling about your continuing education program . , What would you like to know ? What would you like to know ? , I want to become certified in computer programming . Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education ? I want to become certified in computer programming . Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education ? ," Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects . " " Yes , we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects . ", How do I sign up ? How do I sign up ? ," If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms . " " If you give me your address , I can mail you an information packet and the application forms . ", Great ! How do you like my new sports car ? , It's cool . "Where do you wish me to take you , sir ? "," Please take us to Harvard University . By the way , is it far from here ? " " Please take us to Harvard University . By the way , is it far from here ? ", It takes about half an hour to get there . It takes about half an hour to get there . ," ( Get here ) Here we are , sir . " " ( Get here ) Here we are , sir . ", How much do I owe you ? How much do I owe you ? , It ’ s 35 dollars on the meter . It ’ s 35 dollars on the meter . , Here ’ s 50 dollars . Keep the change . Here ’ s 50 dollars . Keep the change . , Thank you . Have a nice day . "The Smiths are arriving at our city tomorrow . Can you draw up a schedule for them ? If they want to make any changes , minor changes can then be made . ", Is there anything special they would like to do ? Is there anything special they would like to do ? ," They would like to visit our factory and have a look at the new type computer products . Besides , they will introduce their technique in computer manufacturing . " " They would like to visit our factory and have a look at the new type computer products . Besides , they will introduce their technique in computer manufacturing . ", That can easily be arranged . I will arrange a comfortable meeting room for them . Anything else ? That can easily be arranged . I will arrange a comfortable meeting room for them . Anything else ? ," They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention . " " They would also like to have a meeting with our designers . And this time , their visit to our company will lay the basement for our cooperation , so you need to pay more attention . ", I will set it up . I will set it up . , They will stay for two days . Try to work out an efficient schedule . Welcome . How can I help you ? ," Hello , I would like a room please . " " Hello , I would like a room please . "," All right . We have quite a selection for you to choose from . There are double rooms with twin beds , suites , if you'd like , we have presidential suite on the top floor . " " All right . We have quite a selection for you to choose from . There are double rooms with twin beds , suites , if you'd like , we have presidential suite on the top floor . ", A double room sounds great . A double room sounds great . , All right sir . How many nights will you be staying ? All right sir . How many nights will you be staying ? ," A few nights , I'm not quite sure of my schedule yet . " " A few nights , I'm not quite sure of my schedule yet . ", OK . I'll just need to see a credit card and passport . OK . I'll just need to see a credit card and passport . , Here you are . Here you are . , What is the rate for a double room for one night ? What is the rate for a double room for one night ? ," Since it is low season , we are running a special rate right now of 150 yuan per night . " " Since it is low season , we are running a special rate right now of 150 yuan per night . ", What about the features in the room ? What about the features in the room ? ," Our rooms include television set , air-conditioning and a bathroom . " " Our rooms include television set , air-conditioning and a bathroom . ", Does the TV have cable ? Does the TV have cable ? ," Yes , sir . " I don't stand a chance of passing the exam . ," Come on , Brenda ! Never say die . " I see you just graduated from college . What was your GPA ? , It wasn't as high as I would have liked . It was 2.5 . It wasn't as high as I would have liked . It was 2.5 . , Why do you think it wasn ’ t higher than that ? Why do you think it wasn ’ t higher than that ? , I participated in several extracurricular activities . And I worked 2 jobs to put myself through school . I participated in several extracurricular activities . And I worked 2 jobs to put myself through school . ," Wo , wo , that certainly is a lot for a young man to take on . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , Would you please show me that mural ? Would you please show me that mural ? , Certainly . Here you are . Certainly . Here you are . , It looks so beautiful . How much is it ? It looks so beautiful . How much is it ? , Four hundred yuan . Four hundred yuan . , That's a bit more than I wanted to pay . Can you cut the price down a bit ? That's a bit more than I wanted to pay . Can you cut the price down a bit ? , I'm sorry . Ours is a fixed price shop and I can assure you this is the best price you can get for a mural like this . I'm sorry . Ours is a fixed price shop and I can assure you this is the best price you can get for a mural like this . ," Maybe you are right . OK , I'll take it . " " Maybe you are right . OK , I'll take it . "," Well , I'll have it wrapped for you . " " Well , I'll have it wrapped for you . ", Thank you . Here is four hundred yuan . Thank you . Here is four hundred yuan . , Thank you . Please come again . "How are you feeling , Flora ? "," Much better , thanks . I have been resting all day . Only with television as my companion.In fact , in the whole week the only thing I feel like doing was watching TV . " " Much better , thanks . I have been resting all day . Only with television as my companion.In fact , in the whole week the only thing I feel like doing was watching TV . ", What did you watch today ? What did you watch today ? ," I started with game show this morning , I really enjoy them , and even answered the most of questions correctly . " " I started with game show this morning , I really enjoy them , and even answered the most of questions correctly . ", And next ? And next ? ," At 2 o'clock , I switched to the Channel 6 , and watched a terrific movie without commercials . " " At 2 o'clock , I switched to the Channel 6 , and watched a terrific movie without commercials . "," I know what you mean , there wasn't old action movie next . I think you won't like it . " " I know what you mean , there wasn't old action movie next . I think you won't like it . "," I want to watch it , but I was already tired by the time it came on . I had a rest instead , then I watched the news at Channel 11 . " " I want to watch it , but I was already tired by the time it came on . I had a rest instead , then I watched the news at Channel 11 . ", Anything important happened ? Anything important happened ? ," A bank was robbed this afternoon . A reporter on the scene covered the event , the live coverage reproduce the robbery to the live . " Excuse me.sir . Can I have look at the timetable please ? , Surely of course.Here you are . Surely of course.Here you are . , Is flight ZW203 a direct one ? Is flight ZW203 a direct one ? ," No , it stopped at Honolulu.Would you like to book one ? " " No , it stopped at Honolulu.Would you like to book one ? ", No . Is there any direct flight to New York ? No . Is there any direct flight to New York ? , Let me see . I am sorry . ZW203 is the only one to New York . It ’ s time for me to go now . , Would you like me to go with you ? Would you like me to go with you ? , I ’ d rather you stayed in the office and did these things . I ’ d rather you stayed in the office and did these things . , Do you want to type that letter ? Do you want to type that letter ? , I ’ d rather you typed it . I ’ d rather you typed it . , Do you want to tell her ? Do you want to tell her ? , I ’ d rather you told her . Wow ! It ’ s packed . , The train station is indeed crowded . I think it ’ s hard for us to get on the train . Good morning . May I help you ? ," I'd like to rent a car , please . " " I'd like to rent a car , please . "," Okay . Full-size , mid-size or compact , ma'am ? " " Okay . Full-size , mid-size or compact , ma'am ? "," Full-size , please . What's the rate ? " " Full-size , please . What's the rate ? ", 78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage . 78 dollars a day with unlimited mileage . , And I'd like to have insurance just in case . And I'd like to have insurance just in case . , Is there an additional driver ? Is there an additional driver ? , No . No . ," If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance . " " If you want full coverage insurance , it will be 8 dollars per day . It includes collision damage waiver and personal accident insurance . ", All right . I'll take it . All right . I'll take it . ," Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section . " " Here is our brochure , ma'am . Err ... full-size ... OK . Please choose a model in this section . ", How about this one ? How about this one ? , All right . How many days would you like to use it ? All right . How many days would you like to use it ? , Just one day . Just one day . , May I see your driver's license and credit card please ? May I see your driver's license and credit card please ? , Is the international driving licence fine ? Is the international driving licence fine ? ," Yes , it is . ( ... ) Thank you . Please fill in this form . Can you check this box , and put your initials here , and again here . " "Nice day , isn't it ? ", It sure is . It sure is . , It's a good day for a picnic . I've been chosen to plan the next family reunion . , Fun for you ! Do you get to do anything you want ? Fun for you ! Do you get to do anything you want ? , Yep . And I should start planning now . Yep . And I should start planning now . , Does everyone usually show up for your family reunions ? Does everyone usually show up for your family reunions ? , Just about . There are at least a few hundred in our immediate family alone . Just about . There are at least a few hundred in our immediate family alone . , How Ay days will the reunion be ? How Ay days will the reunion be ? , Usually it's at least five days and four nights . Usually it's at least five days and four nights . , This is going to be a major production for you ! "Can I give you a lift home , Mrs Word ? "," That is very kind of you , Mr Lee . Thank you . " " That is very kind of you , Mr Lee . Thank you . "," Could you hold my umbrella when I get my keys out , please ? " " Could you hold my umbrella when I get my keys out , please ? "," Of course . It ’ s a terrible night , isn ’ t it ? " " Of course . It ’ s a terrible night , isn ’ t it ? "," Dreadful . There , the door is open now . " " Dreadful . There , the door is open now . ", Thank you . "Hello , is there anything I can do for you ? ", Yes . I would like to check in . Yes . I would like to check in . , Have you made a reservation ? Have you made a reservation ? , Yes . I am Belen . Yes . I am Belen . , So your room number is 201 . Are you a member of our hotel ? So your room number is 201 . Are you a member of our hotel ? ," No , what's the difference ? " " No , what's the difference ? "," Well , we offer a 10 % charge for our members . " Excuse me . How much is the chocolate bar ? , One dollar . One dollar . ," So , I can have five for five dollars ? " " So , I can have five for five dollars ? "," Actually , you can only have four . " " Actually , you can only have four . "," Oh , yeah . I forgot tax . Give me four then , please . " " Oh , yeah . I forgot tax . Give me four then , please . ", Okay . Thanks . "Hi , I'm Benjamin . Nice to meet you here . You look great . ", Thank you . Nice to meet you too . I'm John . Is this your first time to take a long-distance trip on plane ? Thank you . Nice to meet you too . I'm John . Is this your first time to take a long-distance trip on plane ? ," No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag . " " No , this is the second time . But I also feel bad because of the lower pressure and the jet lag . "," Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy . " " Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Take it easy . It will be OK soon . You see , I take this long-hour plane frequently , but the jet lag still makes me uneasy . "," Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ? " " Oh , that's too bad . Do you get a good knowledge of China ? "," Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most . " " Yes , whenever I think about China , I'd see the Tian'an Men Square . China is a very beautiful country . And I've seen many landmarks in China but I like the Great Wall most . ", All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World . All of the Chinese are proud of the Great Wall . And it was built before the In dynasty near Shan Haiguan-the First Pass in the World . , Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty . Was it built before the In dynasty ? I thought it was in the Ming dynasty . ," No , before the In dynasty . " " No , before the In dynasty . "," Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well . " " Oh , yeah . Thought I am an American , I know quite a lot about China and I like Chinese tea very well . ", Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea . Both the green tea and the black tea are good for our health . And I usually refresh myself with a cup of tea . ," Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them . " " Yeah , many of my friends like Chinese tea and whenever I go back to China , I'll take some Dragon-well green tea for them . ", Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ? Do you like the Chinese traditional silk ? ," I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk . " " I heard about it , but I don't have any clothes made from silk . ", Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends . Go and pick some stuff up . The price can always surprise foreign friends . ," Oh , I'm eager to have a try . " Good morning . I ’ m from the new york book review . Could I ask you some question about your latest book ? , Sure . Take a seat ... what would you like to know ? Sure . Take a seat ... what would you like to know ? ," First , I ’ Ve heard that your latest book is based on a true story . " " First , I ’ Ve heard that your latest book is based on a true story . ", That ’ s correct . It ’ s a murder mystery based on actual murders that book place in florida several years ago . The main character-the police invesigator-is based on the man who investigated the case . That ’ s correct . It ’ s a murder mystery based on actual murders that book place in florida several years ago . The main character-the police invesigator-is based on the man who investigated the case . , How do you research your books ? How do you research your books ? , I always visit the places that I use as setting for stories . Readers like things to be as factually correct as possible-even in fiction ! I usually base my characters on people I have met . Most charact I always visit the places that I use as setting for stories . Readers like things to be as factually correct as possible-even in fiction ! I usually base my characters on people I have met . Most charact , I really like your books . I ’ Ve just finished this one . I read it from cover to cover in a single day . Congratulation on making the bestseller list yet again ! I really like your books . I ’ Ve just finished this one . I read it from cover to cover in a single day . Congratulation on making the bestseller list yet again ! , Thank you . Let met sign it for you ... there you go . Thank you . Let met sign it for you ... there you go . , Oh ! Thank you very much . I heard that you are currently writing a collection of short stories . What are the stories about ? Oh ! Thank you very much . I heard that you are currently writing a collection of short stories . What are the stories about ? ," There ’ s a real mix of stories in the book . I haven ’ t finished all of them yet , though . Many of them are short detective stories , but there are also horror stories and sci-fi ones . If you give me your " " There ’ s a real mix of stories in the book . I haven ’ t finished all of them yet , though . Many of them are short detective stories , but there are also horror stories and sci-fi ones . If you give me your ", Thanks very much . I ’ m sure it will sell well . I can ’ t wait to read it . Here ’ s my card . Thank you for you time . I'm just calling to see if you have made any decision about the position . ," Sorry , we haven't made the decision at all . " " Sorry , we haven't made the decision at all . ", Do you have any idea when you might arrive at a decision ? Do you have any idea when you might arrive at a decision ? , We will let you know probably next Monday . I hope to give you a positive reply . We will let you know probably next Monday . I hope to give you a positive reply . , I'm willing to wait until you have come to a decision . "Mike , these flowers are just gorgeous . ", I ’ m glad you like them . Happy birthday ! I ’ m glad you like them . Happy birthday ! , I can ’ t thank you enough . I ’ m really touched . I don ’ t know what to say . I can ’ t thank you enough . I ’ m really touched . I don ’ t know what to say . , Forget it . It ’ s my pleasure . You mean a lot to me . Forget it . It ’ s my pleasure . You mean a lot to me . , You ’ re the best ! "What kind of life do you prefer , city life or country life ? "," In comparison to city life , the country life is quiet and peaceful . " " In comparison to city life , the country life is quiet and peaceful . ", But it doesn't have all the modern convenience offered by the city . But it doesn't have all the modern convenience offered by the city . ," Yeah , I agree.Every wall has two sides . " I was anxious to find out what the sellers had to say about my counter-offer . ," I was able to contact them so , if you ’ ll step into my office , we ’ ll talk . " " I was able to contact them so , if you ’ ll step into my office , we ’ ll talk . ", Did they go with the proposed counter-offer ? Did they go with the proposed counter-offer ? ," They want you to pick up the cost of the home inspection , but they accepted your offer . " " They want you to pick up the cost of the home inspection , but they accepted your offer . ", Is a home inspection very expensive ? Is a home inspection very expensive ? , It can cost between five hundred and one thousand dollars . It can cost between five hundred and one thousand dollars . , Do I get to choose who inspects the home ? Do I get to choose who inspects the home ? ," Yes , you get to choose . I would spend a little more to get a really thorough inspection . " " Yes , you get to choose . I would spend a little more to get a really thorough inspection . ", Can you call the owners with my acceptance right away ? Can you call the owners with my acceptance right away ? , I am going to contact the sellers immediately . They were looking forward to your acceptance . "Hello , Mr Trent . What can I do for you this afternoon ? "," Actually , Miao Ping , I'm here to close my account with you . I'm going home , the company is transferring me back to London . " " Actually , Miao Ping , I'm here to close my account with you . I'm going home , the company is transferring me back to London . "," Oh , I see . When are you leaving ? " " Oh , I see . When are you leaving ? "," Next week , so I thought it was better to get this all sorted out as soon as possible . " " Next week , so I thought it was better to get this all sorted out as soon as possible . "," Yes , of course . Well , let's get started . Would you show me your passport , please ? " " Yes , of course . Well , let's get started . Would you show me your passport , please ? "," Here you are , Miao Ping . Don't laugh at the horrible photo today , OK ? " "Excuse me , Don ? I hate to bother you , but I need your help on something . Do you have time to brief me on the Martin account today ? "," Oh , that's right . You are supposed to deliver a brief on that account tomorrow . I know there are some things I need to share with you about that . But , gosh , I don't know ... Things are really busy for me today , the only time I can manage to squeeze out might be over lunch break ... " " Oh , that's right . You are supposed to deliver a brief on that account tomorrow . I know there are some things I need to share with you about that . But , gosh , I don't know ... Things are really busy for me today , the only time I can manage to squeeze out might be over lunch break ... ", I hate to make you work through your lunch break with how busy you are ... I hate to make you work through your lunch break with how busy you are ... , It's okay ... I've already had several days in a row working through lunch ... It's okay ... I've already had several days in a row working through lunch ... ," How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat . " " How about this ... We can make it a working lunch this afternoon , and I'll order some Chinese food for delivery . It'll be my treat . ", You don't have to do that ... You don't have to do that ... , I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste . I insist . I really appreciate you taking time to work with me in . What is your favorite fast food ? I'll cater to your taste . , Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ? Actually I do like Chinese ... Let's make it a date for Chop Suey and the Martin account at about twelve thirty . Does that sound good ? , Great . I'll bring the food . "Hi , Brad . How are you today ? "," Just fine , Mr . Emory . Could you please sign this memo ? I want to get it out to everybody this afternoon . " " Just fine , Mr . Emory . Could you please sign this memo ? I want to get it out to everybody this afternoon . ", No problem . Is this the only one ? No problem . Is this the only one ? , Yes . That ’ s for today . Thank you . It's time for bed . ," But I'm not sleepy , Mum . Can I stay and watch more TV ? " " But I'm not sleepy , Mum . Can I stay and watch more TV ? "," It's already half past eleven . You have school tomorrow . You'll sleepy all tomorrow , if you don't sleep well tonight . " " It's already half past eleven . You have school tomorrow . You'll sleepy all tomorrow , if you don't sleep well tonight . ", I know . But I promise I won't be sleepy tomorrow . I work really hard . I know . But I promise I won't be sleepy tomorrow . I work really hard . , Don't you have the exams coming up soon ? I'm sure you could spend more time preparing for those . Don't you have the exams coming up soon ? I'm sure you could spend more time preparing for those . ," Oh , I nearly forgot the exams . " " Oh , I nearly forgot the exams . "," You do well in maths , but your history is not good enough . Am I right ? " " You do well in maths , but your history is not good enough . Am I right ? "," Yeah , I guess so . Maybe I can go to sleep now and get up early to review the lessons tomorrow . " " Yeah , I guess so . Maybe I can go to sleep now and get up early to review the lessons tomorrow . ", An excellent idea . Work now and play later . An excellent idea . Work now and play later . ," I know you're right . School is more important than TV . Can I watch one more show , then go to bed . " " I know you're right . School is more important than TV . Can I watch one more show , then go to bed . "," No , now it's bedtime . " "Hi , there . Look at these . I have collected some ads here . There is a special promotion for Mother's Day this weekend . "," Oh , yes . Mother's Day is coming . Do you plan to buy anything ? " " Oh , yes . Mother's Day is coming . Do you plan to buy anything ? "," Of course . I want to buy some night cream for my mom , and some masques for myself . " " Of course . I want to buy some night cream for my mom , and some masques for myself . "," Hmm . In Carrefour , Clinique will be promoting their visible skin renewed cream . " " Hmm . In Carrefour , Clinique will be promoting their visible skin renewed cream . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? ," 180 yuan , and you can get a free 8 piece gift package . " " 180 yuan , and you can get a free 8 piece gift package . ", What's included in the gift package ? What's included in the gift package ? ," Some black mascara , moisturizing orion , eye cream crystal lipstick , a two color eye shadow pack , styling hairspray , and a cosmetics bag . " " Some black mascara , moisturizing orion , eye cream crystal lipstick , a two color eye shadow pack , styling hairspray , and a cosmetics bag . ", Sounds not bad . Advance Reservations . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ d like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 4th to the morning of October 10th . " " Yes , I ’ d like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 4th to the morning of October 10th . "," Could you tell me your name , sir , please ? " " Could you tell me your name , sir , please ? "," Yes , it is Smith . " I believe you ordered the Grand Slam breakfast . ," Oh , good ! You know , I am looking at my plate and I ordered scrambled eggs , not fried . " " Oh , good ! You know , I am looking at my plate and I ordered scrambled eggs , not fried . "," Oh , I just noticed that I accidentally brought you your friend's breakfast . " " Oh , I just noticed that I accidentally brought you your friend's breakfast . "," I can just trade with him , thank you . " " I can just trade with him , thank you . "," And pancakes for you , sir . " " And pancakes for you , sir . "," I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles . " " I am sorry , but I think I ordered waffles . ", I am sorry that I misheard you . I am sorry that I misheard you . ," Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs . " " Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles . While I am waiting , I will eat my bacon and eggs . ", I will get straight back to you with your waffles . I will get straight back to you with your waffles . , I would appreciate that . "Remember that writing contest I entered ? Well , I won first prize . ", Great ! This calls for a celebration . You're going to get into a lot of trouble if you do that . , What makes you say that ? What makes you say that ? ," I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing ! That's just the problem . In these kind of things , the trouble doesn't always appear at first . " " I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing ! That's just the problem . In these kind of things , the trouble doesn't always appear at first . ", But everything has been so easy . But everything has been so easy . ," Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that . " " Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork . Just like we planned ! That may be true , but if you were to do it , you would have trouble on the horizon . You always say that . "," Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things . " " Yeah , you never look at the positive side of things . "," Okay . Have it your way , but don't say I didn't warn you . " Good afternoon . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to check in . " " Yes , I would like to check in . ", Do you have a reservation ? Do you have a reservation ? ," Yes , my name is Steven Smith . I have a reservation from October 2nd to October 6th . I called last week . " " Yes , my name is Steven Smith . I have a reservation from October 2nd to October 6th . I called last week . "," Wait a moment , please . Oh , yes , Steven Smith . It's for a single room with a bath . Is that right ? " " Wait a moment , please . Oh , yes , Steven Smith . It's for a single room with a bath . Is that right ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Now , Mr . Smith , could you fill out this registration form , please ? " " Now , Mr . Smith , could you fill out this registration form , please ? "," OK . By the way , where is the restaurant ? " " OK . By the way , where is the restaurant ? "," The restaurant is on the second floor . Here is the key to your room . It's on the 6th floor , room 609 . The elevator is over there . And we also have a cafeteria on the top floor , if you would like something to drink , you can also call room service . " " The restaurant is on the second floor . Here is the key to your room . It's on the 6th floor , room 609 . The elevator is over there . And we also have a cafeteria on the top floor , if you would like something to drink , you can also call room service . ", Thank you . Hi ! Is that the new laptop you brought last week ? It looks very nice . ," Yes , it is . Thanks . I ’ m just surfing on the internet . " " Yes , it is . Thanks . I ’ m just surfing on the internet . ", Here ? In this cafe ? How can you do that ? Here ? In this cafe ? How can you do that ? ," This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ’ m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee ! " " This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ’ m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee ! ", That ’ s great . Can you do it anywhere ? That ’ s great . Can you do it anywhere ? , No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city . No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city . ," So , what programs do you have on your laptop ? " " So , what programs do you have on your laptop ? ", I ’ Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs . I ’ Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs . ," I know you are keen on photography . It ’ s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime ! " " I know you are keen on photography . It ’ s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at anytime ! "," It ’ s wonderful , isn ’ t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I look recently ? " Passport and Embarkation card please . ," Here you are , sir . " " Here you are , sir . ", Where are you from ? Where are you from ? , I am from China . I am from China . , Did you have anything to declare ? Did you have anything to declare ? ," No , nothing . " " No , nothing . "," Would you open this suitcase , please ? " " Would you open this suitcase , please ? ", Sure . Sure . , Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ? Let me take a look at this bag . Can you open it ? , Yup . Yup . , Is this camera a gift for someone ? Is this camera a gift for someone ? ," No , it's my camera for personal use . " " No , it's my camera for personal use . ", You have to pay tax for this camera . You have to pay tax for this camera . ," No , please don't . It's is for my personal use . " " No , please don't . It's is for my personal use . "," You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera . " " You have a lot of gifts , so you have to pay for the camera . ", Almost all are for my friends in the States . The train is leaving . Hurry up ! Which car are we in ? ," Let me see . Oh , No . 11 . " " Let me see . Oh , No . 11 . "," Here we are , Car 11 . Let's get in . " " Here we are , Car 11 . Let's get in . ", Seats No . 20 and 21 . It ’ s nice that we ’ Ve got a window seat . Seats No . 20 and 21 . It ’ s nice that we ’ Ve got a window seat . , Let's put our suitcases on the rack . Let's put our suitcases on the rack . ," Oh , the baggage rack is full . Put them under the seat for the time being . " " Oh , the baggage rack is full . Put them under the seat for the time being . ", All right . What would you like on your pizzas ? , We want one vegetarian supreme and one double pepperoni . We want one vegetarian supreme and one double pepperoni . ," Would you like anything to drink with that ? For $ 1.50 , you can get a two-liter bottle of Coke . " " Would you like anything to drink with that ? For $ 1.50 , you can get a two-liter bottle of Coke . "," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", All right . That'll be $ 12.50 . Your pizzas will be there in 30 minutes . All right . That'll be $ 12.50 . Your pizzas will be there in 30 minutes . , Thanks . Do you think we should travel by bus or by train ? ," It ’ s a difficult choice . The train is a litter faster , but much more expensive . " " It ’ s a difficult choice . The train is a litter faster , but much more expensive . "," We could face delays if we travel by bus , thanks to traffic jams . " " We could face delays if we travel by bus , thanks to traffic jams . ", Buses are more cramped and you can ’ t walk around . Buses are more cramped and you can ’ t walk around . ," That ’ s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus . " " That ’ s true , but I feel that I see more when I travel by bus . ", Really ? I think you see more traveling by train . Really ? I think you see more traveling by train . ," So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ? " " So , which form of transport do you prefer to use ? "," I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more . " " I prefer going by train , ever though it costs more . ", Ok them . We ’ ll go by train . I ’ m sure we ’ ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ? Ok them . We ’ ll go by train . I ’ m sure we ’ ll have a good journey . Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ? , The train aren ’ t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles . The train aren ’ t usually full . We can get them on the day we travel . We should buy return ticket because they are much cheaper than getting two singles . , We should take a packed lunch on the journey . The food they sell on the trains is always expensive . Are you going to the annual party ? I can give you a ride if you need one . , Thanks a lot . That's the favor I was going to ask you for . Thanks a lot . That's the favor I was going to ask you for . , The pleasure is mine . Only one . But I wanted to make sure I'd get it . ," Yeah , I really wanted that Chanel bag , too . But just in case you should bid low . " " Yeah , I really wanted that Chanel bag , too . But just in case you should bid low . ", But there are only two more days until the bidding closes ! But there are only two more days until the bidding closes ! ," I bid on a Chanel watch at the last minute , and got it sixty percent off ! " " I bid on a Chanel watch at the last minute , and got it sixty percent off ! ", Oh ... I'm such a newbie . But at least I'm sure I'll get that tennis racket . Oh ... I'm such a newbie . But at least I'm sure I'll get that tennis racket . ," Don't count on it , Babe . eBay is always full of surprises . " " Don't count on it , Babe . eBay is always full of surprises . ", Well ... guess how low the bidding starts on the tennis racket ? "Hey Kevin , what are you doing here ? Don't you usually spend Tuesday nights at home studying ? ", I needed to get out of the house . My parents just went ballistic over something my older sister told them . I needed to get out of the house . My parents just went ballistic over something my older sister told them . , What did she tell them ? Is she dropping out of college ? What did she tell them ? Is she dropping out of college ? , Nothing that serious . She finally told them that she moved out of the dormitory a few months ago and has been living with her boyfriend . Nothing that serious . She finally told them that she moved out of the dormitory a few months ago and has been living with her boyfriend . , And your parents took it badly ? And your parents took it badly ? , That's putting it mildly . My father started shouting at my sister and my mother just glared at her . That's putting it mildly . My father started shouting at my sister and my mother just glared at her . ," Ouch , that sounds bad . What did your sister do ? " " Ouch , that sounds bad . What did your sister do ? "," She started arguing back to my dad that how much she loves her boyfriend , how they're in love and it's not hurting anybody , and so on . My dad said she's too young to do this , and that she should move out right away . " " She started arguing back to my dad that how much she loves her boyfriend , how they're in love and it's not hurting anybody , and so on . My dad said she's too young to do this , and that she should move out right away . ", How long has your sister been with her boyfriend ? How long has your sister been with her boyfriend ? , Three years . They've been dating since freshman year . They're even talking about marriage . Three years . They've been dating since freshman year . They're even talking about marriage . , Really ? Then I guess living together would be a good idea . Really ? Then I guess living together would be a good idea . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , these days too many people are getting divorced . If they live together , then at least they're finding out if they're really compatible or not . " " Well , these days too many people are getting divorced . If they live together , then at least they're finding out if they're really compatible or not . "," I guess so . Better to find out now than after you're married , when it's harder to get out . " I plan to buy a car this year . , How do you pay for it ? How do you pay for it ? , I'm going to work in holidays and pay by installments . I'm going to work in holidays and pay by installments . , Tell me if you need help . "Hello , Who's that speaking ? ", I am calling about the advertisement for a flat with a bedroom . Do you still have it ? I am calling about the advertisement for a flat with a bedroom . Do you still have it ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Is there any furniture in it ? Is there any furniture in it ? ," Yes , It's fully furnished . " " Yes , It's fully furnished . ", What's the rent for a year ? What's the rent for a year ? ," 15,000 yuan , including water , but not electricity and gas . " " 15,000 yuan , including water , but not electricity and gas . ", Where is it located ? Where is it located ? , It's in the International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes'walk from the nearest subway station . It's in the International Trade Zone . It's only ten minutes'walk from the nearest subway station . ," That's great . But can't you make the rent cheaper , Let's see , 12,000 yuan ? " " That's great . But can't you make the rent cheaper , Let's see , 12,000 yuan ? ", The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ? The price can be talked over . How about coming around and taking a look at it first ? , OK . I will be free tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there . See you . OK . I will be free tomorrow afternoon . I'll take a taxi to get there . See you . ," All right , see you . " I don't dare ask Jane for a date . , You've got no guts ! How do you feel ? , I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist . I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist . , Here is the bigger size . Here is the bigger size . ," This one fits me well but it is too expensive , can you make it a little cheaper ? " "What's wrong with you , young man ? "," Doctor , I have a bad cough and a headache . " " Doctor , I have a bad cough and a headache . ", Do you have a fever ? Do you have a fever ? ," I don't know , but I feel terrible . " " I don't know , but I feel terrible . ", Let me examine you.Don ' t worry.It ' s nothing serious . Let me examine you.Don ' t worry.It ' s nothing serious . , Do you think I should lie in bed ? Do you think I should lie in bed ? ," Yes , stay in bed and drink a lot of water.Your fever will be gone in a day or two . " " Yes , stay in bed and drink a lot of water.Your fever will be gone in a day or two . ", OK.Do you think I can play football tomorrow ? OK.Do you think I can play football tomorrow ? , Of course not.You need a good rest . Of course not.You need a good rest . ," OK , I'll listen to you . " That's right . And I'm going to be Vice President of Marketing . ," Way to go , Mary . A lot has happened during the last few months , hasn't it ? " " Way to go , Mary . A lot has happened during the last few months , hasn't it ? ", You can say that again ! You can say that again ! , What's up with Vince and Elvin ? What's up with Vince and Elvin ? , They work for Zina now . They work for Zina now . , And they're happy with that ? And they're happy with that ? , They're in awe of her . After they saw how she crushed WebTracker ... but I guess you know all about that . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," I'm looking for a black , leather bag . " " I'm looking for a black , leather bag . ", How's this ? How's this ? , I'm just looking . I'm just looking . ," If you need any help , let me know . " "Lester , you are really fantastic at automobile repair . "," Thanks , June . But I think I need to be certified as a mechanic before I ’ m allowed to repair cars for a living . " " Thanks , June . But I think I need to be certified as a mechanic before I ’ m allowed to repair cars for a living . ", That ’ s not a big problem . There are many small schools for adults like you who can study to be certified . That ’ s not a big problem . There are many small schools for adults like you who can study to be certified . , I guess I never thought of that before . I guess I never thought of that before . ," And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government . " " And you can easily get a student loan from a vocational school , or from the government . "," Wow , you ’ Ve inspired me to do something ! " "What can I do for you , Madam ? ", Can you help me with Comprehensive Credit Granting ? Can you help me with Comprehensive Credit Granting ? ," Certainly , Madam . What would you like to know ? " " Certainly , Madam . What would you like to know ? "," Well , everything really . " " Well , everything really . "," All right . We can grant a Financing Promise Quota , if you qualify . This means that we can deal with all of your needs in a speedy and efficient way . Firstly , your Credit Rating must be class A , and your Debt to Asset Ratio must be top notch , for the industry you are involved in . " "Willy , I don't think we have much butter.Can you buy some ? "," Sure , Mum.In a minute . " " Sure , Mum.In a minute . ", Here's the money.And get some salt . Here's the money.And get some salt . ," Yes , Mum . " Do you have cruise tours ? ," Yes , sir . We have the all-inclusive luxury cruise . Maybe you would like to look at the itinerary . " " Yes , sir . We have the all-inclusive luxury cruise . Maybe you would like to look at the itinerary . ", Sure . That's really amazing . However I don't have so much time . Do you have a full day cruise ? Sure . That's really amazing . However I don't have so much time . Do you have a full day cruise ? , Yes . What about this one ? "Excuse me , could you tell me where Peking University is on this map ? ", Let me see . Here it is . Let me see . Here it is . , Could you tell me how to get there ? Could you tell me how to get there ? , I ’ m afraid I can ’ t because I ’ m a stranger here . I ’ m afraid I can ’ t because I ’ m a stranger here . ," Oh , thanks all the same . " " Oh , thanks all the same . ", Not at all . You can ask the policeman over there . "Good evening , sir . Welcome to our restaurant . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Do you have a reservation ? Do you have a reservation ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . "," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? "," Yes , it's Mr . Brown . " " Yes , it's Mr . Brown . "," Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ? " " Mr . Brown . We were expecting you . This way , please . Will this table be fine ? "," Oh , this is just fine . " " Oh , this is just fine . ", Please take a seat . Please take a seat . , Thank you . Thank you . , Here is the menu . This is awful ! It's like drinking saltwater ! It's like drowning in the ocean ! , Don't be so dramatic . You're such a baby . Now sit down and finish your soup . Don't be so dramatic . You're such a baby . Now sit down and finish your soup . ," OK , OK . " " OK , OK . "," And when we get back from the doctor's , you'll gargle again . " " And when we get back from the doctor's , you'll gargle again . ", Maybe I'll run away first . Maybe I'll run away first . ," Well , the only free food on the streets is from a soup kitchen , and their soup isn't as tasty as mine ! " Do you have a reservation ? ," Yes , here's our confirmation slip . " " Yes , here's our confirmation slip . ", I'm afraid we have no reservation by this name . I'm afraid we have no reservation by this name . ," No reservation ? Well , then , do you have any rooms available ? " " No reservation ? Well , then , do you have any rooms available ? ", I'm afraid all the rooms are fully booked . I'm afraid all the rooms are fully booked . , You mean we can't stay in this hotel tonight ? You mean we can't stay in this hotel tonight ? , You're right.We have no more rooms available for tonight . You're right.We have no more rooms available for tonight . ," Then , would you recommend any other nearby hotel ? " " Then , would you recommend any other nearby hotel ? "," OK , I'll call ahead . " what do you hope to do when you finish university ? , I ’ d like to go into management . I ’ Ve applied for several jobs already and I ’ m hopeful that I ’ ll get some job offers . How about you ? I ’ d like to go into management . I ’ Ve applied for several jobs already and I ’ m hopeful that I ’ ll get some job offers . How about you ? ," after I graduate , I have to do some more studies to pass exams to become a lawyer . I think I ’ Ve got a good chance of passing . There ’ s a possibility of getting a job with a law firm in London , provide " " after I graduate , I have to do some more studies to pass exams to become a lawyer . I think I ’ Ve got a good chance of passing . There ’ s a possibility of getting a job with a law firm in London , provide ", we both have to overcome several obstacles if we are to achieve our ambitions . we both have to overcome several obstacles if we are to achieve our ambitions . ," if life were easy , then we ’ d achieve our ambition quickly and then get bored . " " if life were easy , then we ’ d achieve our ambition quickly and then get bored . "," unfortunately , it ’ s inevitable that some people are going to work hard yet not succeed . " " unfortunately , it ’ s inevitable that some people are going to work hard yet not succeed . ", that ’ s why ambition need to be realistic . You can ’ t achieve something that ’ s totally unrealistic . that ’ s why ambition need to be realistic . You can ’ t achieve something that ’ s totally unrealistic . ," as long as you plan carefully , most thing are possible . It ’ s always good to have a backup plan in case things go wrong . " " as long as you plan carefully , most thing are possible . It ’ s always good to have a backup plan in case things go wrong . "," I think it ’ s important to be successful in a field you are truly interested in , not something that other people force you to be interested it . " " I think it ’ s important to be successful in a field you are truly interested in , not something that other people force you to be interested it . "," my father wanted me to become a doctor , but I knew it would be impossible for me to be successful in that field . " " my father wanted me to become a doctor , but I knew it would be impossible for me to be successful in that field . ", I hope my parents don ’ t try to interfere in my choice of career . I'm so angry at Bob for buying a new bike . , What's the big deal ? I'd like to go to Suzhou next week . Do you know how to get there by train ? ," First , you should check the schedule and see which trains go to Suzhou . Make sure which train you want to take and book a ticket . " " First , you should check the schedule and see which trains go to Suzhou . Make sure which train you want to take and book a ticket . ", I see . Do you know how much the ticket is ? I see . Do you know how much the ticket is ? , It depends on which train do you take . It depends on which train do you take . , Is it far from here to Suzhou ? Is it far from here to Suzhou ? ," Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou . " " Yes , it stops more than ten times on the way to Suzhou . ", How long will it take to get there ? How long will it take to get there ? , About fifteen hours . Hello . Can I ask what steps I have to go through in applying for the job ? , It is not very complicated . You can send your resume to the e-mail address of our company . It is not very complicated . You can send your resume to the e-mail address of our company . , What is the next step ? What is the next step ? ," Our personnel clerk will screen all the resumes that we receive , select the eligible ones and arrange the interview for them . " We'd better cover the porcelain ware against All Risks . ," All right . Our insurance coverage is 110 % of the invoice value , up to the port of destination only . " " All right . Our insurance coverage is 110 % of the invoice value , up to the port of destination only . ", I'd like to have the insurance of the goods covered up to 130 % of the invoice amount . I'd like to have the insurance of the goods covered up to 130 % of the invoice amount . ," Ok , this premium for the difference between 130 % and 110 % of the invoice value should be borne by the buyer . " " Ok , this premium for the difference between 130 % and 110 % of the invoice value should be borne by the buyer . ", That's understood . Excuse me . Are these chips on sale ? , Yes . You will save 90 cents on each bag . Yes . You will save 90 cents on each bag . , Is there any limit ? Is there any limit ? ," No , no limit . You can take as many as you want . " " No , no limit . You can take as many as you want . ", That ’ s good . Thanks . That ’ s good . Thanks . , You ’ re welcome . I'm afraid I've got to go . I have another appointment at five . ," Do you ? By the way , could you mail this letter for me as you go through the lobby ? " " Do you ? By the way , could you mail this letter for me as you go through the lobby ? ", No problem . No problem . , Thank you . Come back to my office at the same time tomorrow . I'll have the pictures ready by then . Thank you . Come back to my office at the same time tomorrow . I'll have the pictures ready by then . , I will . "Could you tell me what university you want to go to , John ? ", Pardon ? Pardon ? , What university would you enter ? What university would you enter ? , University ? Why ? You asked me last year . University ? Why ? You asked me last year . ," Oh , I forget.Sorry . " " Oh , I forget.Sorry . ", I went to Harvard University . I went to Harvard University . , Did you ? And what course did you take there ? Did you ? And what course did you take there ? , God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ? God save me ! Is there anything wrong with you ? Didn't I tell you ? ," I've not known.Perhaps , I've got a bad memory . " " I've not known.Perhaps , I've got a bad memory . ", I did a B . A . in economics.Remember ? I did a B . A . in economics.Remember ? ," Terrific ! B . A . , again and again-B . A . " "Julia , I would like to have a word with you . Have a seat . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," According to your performance , I decided to give you a salary increase . From next month , there will be a 2,000 yuan raise to your salary . Although your first raise might not sound considerable , the company believes that with your ability , sooner or later you'll get a better raise . " " According to your performance , I decided to give you a salary increase . From next month , there will be a 2,000 yuan raise to your salary . Although your first raise might not sound considerable , the company believes that with your ability , sooner or later you'll get a better raise . "," Thank you very much . Mr . George . As a newcomer , I understand that you have your consideration and I am satisfied with the raise . " " Thank you very much . Mr . George . As a newcomer , I understand that you have your consideration and I am satisfied with the raise . ", I think you deserved this . I think you deserved this . , Thank you again . I'll keep doing my best . "Welcome to China , Mr . Martin . ", Thank you so much . I have been expecting to come to China . Thank you so much . I have been expecting to come to China . , I am very glad that you say so . We have prepared a typical Chinese dinner this evening . I am very glad that you say so . We have prepared a typical Chinese dinner this evening . ," Oh , you needn't do that . " " Oh , you needn't do that . ", My pleasure . "Where is the boss ? I need him to sign a few documents . I checked in his office , but he is not there . Is he out of the office now ? "," Yes . Today is Tuesday , so the boss went off to his MBA seminar class . He is out of the office every Tuesday and Thursday mornings , and he has classes all day Saturday and Sunday . " " Yes . Today is Tuesday , so the boss went off to his MBA seminar class . He is out of the office every Tuesday and Thursday mornings , and he has classes all day Saturday and Sunday . ", What's he studying ? What's he studying ? ," He is finishing up a special continue education program for executives . He can continue working , taking a few of classes here and there , and in 2 years he will complete his MBA . " " He is finishing up a special continue education program for executives . He can continue working , taking a few of classes here and there , and in 2 years he will complete his MBA . "," Sounds like a tiring schedule.He ’ s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ? " " Sounds like a tiring schedule.He ’ s probably got a lot of homework too , eh ? "," The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him . " " The classes have him out of the office , so that is stressful for him . But as far as homework goes , it is a breeze for him . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? , He just has his secretary do his homework for him . I was wondering if someone in your office could help me with a question I have about my payment . , I would be happy to answer any questions you might have . I would be happy to answer any questions you might have . , My paycheck seems to be smaller than the one I received last week . My paycheck seems to be smaller than the one I received last week . , What about income ? Did you make any money during that period ? What about income ? Did you make any money during that period ? , My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period . My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period . ," When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ? " " When you filled out your Continued Claim Form , did you show that income ? ", Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form . Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form . ," What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away . " " What happens is , when you make money , we take part of your benefits away . ", I am not going to show any income from now on then . I am not going to show any income from now on then . , I wouldn ’ t do that if I were you . There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements . "Hello , how can I help ? ", Hello there . I need to buy some foreign currency for a business trip . How much can I exchange ? Hello there . I need to buy some foreign currency for a business trip . How much can I exchange ? ," That does depend on where you plan to travel . If you are planning to travel to Hong Kong or Macao we can exchange up to 1,000 USD for you . If your destination is elsewhere , we can exchange up to 2,000 USD . " " That does depend on where you plan to travel . If you are planning to travel to Hong Kong or Macao we can exchange up to 1,000 USD for you . If your destination is elsewhere , we can exchange up to 2,000 USD . "," OK , well , I'm going to Europe . I guess 1,000 USD will be sufficient for now . " " OK , well , I'm going to Europe . I guess 1,000 USD will be sufficient for now . "," OK , I'll process that for you now . " What are you going to do next year ? , I want to go traveling . I want to go traveling . , Do you have any where in mind ? Do you have any where in mind ? ," Yes , I've been thinking about Florida . " "Hello Mr . Jones , please have a seat . Thank you for coming in today . I have read your resume . You completed University in England ? "," Yes , I went to Cambridge . After graduation , I started right away into the advertising industry . Later , I made a bit of a switch to focus on marketing research . " " Yes , I went to Cambridge . After graduation , I started right away into the advertising industry . Later , I made a bit of a switch to focus on marketing research . "," So , what experience do you have ? " " So , what experience do you have ? "," I have ten years marketing experience . This includes both entry level and management positions . In my last position , I worked my way up to being director of the marking department . " " I have ten years marketing experience . This includes both entry level and management positions . In my last position , I worked my way up to being director of the marking department . "," I can see that from your resume.Your last position was marketing director for a pharmaceutical company , is that right ? Later , why did you decide to leave your former post ? " " I can see that from your resume.Your last position was marketing director for a pharmaceutical company , is that right ? Later , why did you decide to leave your former post ? "," I felt after five years in one place , I was ready for something new . I would like to have a job that is challenging , something that I can see and do new things every day . I loved many things about my former job , and I left with amiable feelings on both sides . I was just ready for something new . " " I felt after five years in one place , I was ready for something new . I would like to have a job that is challenging , something that I can see and do new things every day . I loved many things about my former job , and I left with amiable feelings on both sides . I was just ready for something new . ", I see . Do you want to work full-time or part-time ? I see . Do you want to work full-time or part-time ? , I would rather work full-time . I would rather work full-time . ," I'll make note of that . Now , what are your salary expectations ? " " I'll make note of that . Now , what are your salary expectations ? "," I am willing to negotiate , but I expect at least $ 40,000 a year . " Hello Gina ! We've spoken so many times on the phone but's it's so good to finally meet you in person ! ," Hello sir . Good to meet you , too . " " Hello sir . Good to meet you , too . "," Oh , please don't call me sir . Just call me Jason . " " Oh , please don't call me sir . Just call me Jason . "," Ok , Jason . So how was the flight ? " " Ok , Jason . So how was the flight ? ", Pretty good . There was a bit of turbulence while we were over the Pacific Ocean but it wasn't too bad . The worst thing was the guy behind me . He snored all through the night ! Pretty good . There was a bit of turbulence while we were over the Pacific Ocean but it wasn't too bad . The worst thing was the guy behind me . He snored all through the night ! , Really ? But you were in first class ! Nobody woke that guy up ? Really ? But you were in first class ! Nobody woke that guy up ? , The stewardess said it's not company policy to wake people up for any reason . The stewardess said it's not company policy to wake people up for any reason . , That's terrible ! So you didn't get any sleep ? That's terrible ! So you didn't get any sleep ? , Not much ... but that's ok ... I'm a night owl anyway . Not much ... but that's ok ... I'm a night owl anyway . ," So , aside from visiting our factory and offices , are there any other things you want to accomplish while you're in China ? " " So , aside from visiting our factory and offices , are there any other things you want to accomplish while you're in China ? ", I'd love to squeeze in a trip to the Great Wall . I'd love to squeeze in a trip to the Great Wall . , That's not a problem . We can have a company car take you there . It's only about a two hour drive . How many people are there in your family ? ," Five.My father , mother , brother , sister-in-law and me . " " Five.My father , mother , brother , sister-in-law and me . ", Is your brother older or younger than you ? Is your brother older or younger than you ? ," He is five years older than me , He got married last Sunday.My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age . " "I ’ m so sorry to call you on such short notice , but something ’ s come up . ", You mean for this afternoon ’ s meeting ? You mean for this afternoon ’ s meeting ? ," That ’ s right I ’ m afraid I have to postpone it . Mr . Scott got sick and I have to attend the Speechmaker ’ s Symposium in his place . I ’ m leaving today , and I won ’ t be back until a week from Friday . " " That ’ s right I ’ m afraid I have to postpone it . Mr . Scott got sick and I have to attend the Speechmaker ’ s Symposium in his place . I ’ m leaving today , and I won ’ t be back until a week from Friday . "," That ’ s quite a while . Let ’ s make it the week after you get back , then . " " That ’ s quite a while . Let ’ s make it the week after you get back , then . "," That will be great . So it ’ s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ’ m really sorry to do this to you . " " That will be great . So it ’ s two weeks from tomorrow , same time and place . I ’ m really sorry to do this to you . "," No problem at all . To tell you the truth , I could use the extra time in my schedule to catch up on some paperwork . " "Yes , sir.May I help you ? ", Please I'd like a ticket to New York . Please I'd like a ticket to New York . , For today ? For today ? ," No , early saturday morning . " " No , early saturday morning . ", We have a flight that we'll put you there at ten AM.Is that ok ? We have a flight that we'll put you there at ten AM.Is that ok ? , Nothing earlier ? I prefer flight at nine thirty . Nothing earlier ? I prefer flight at nine thirty . ," I'm afraid not , unless you want a night flight . " " I'm afraid not , unless you want a night flight . "," No , exactly not " " No , exactly not ", How about afternoon ? How about afternoon ? , Sounds not good . I won't take it . "Sir , are you alright ? Just try to calm down , Sir . What's happened ? "," I've lost my Traveller's Cheques , all of them . " " I've lost my Traveller's Cheques , all of them . "," OK , just take a deep breath , Sir . Everything is going to be fine . Here's a form to report missing Traveller's Cheques , whatever the reason . Please fill it in and we can get moving on this . " " OK , just take a deep breath , Sir . Everything is going to be fine . Here's a form to report missing Traveller's Cheques , whatever the reason . Please fill it in and we can get moving on this . ", I see . You need the reference numbers ? For each cheque ? I see . You need the reference numbers ? For each cheque ? ," Yes , Sir . Do you have that information with you ? At this bank , we always recommend our customers write down the reference number of each Traveller's Cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the Traveller's Cheques . " Tell me something about yourself and your past experience . ," I have eight years of experience working in the IT industry . For the past two years , I have been working as a project manager for a dotcom . I am also MI certified . I'm looking for a team environment where I can join the excitement of building a company . " " I have eight years of experience working in the IT industry . For the past two years , I have been working as a project manager for a dotcom . I am also MI certified . I'm looking for a team environment where I can join the excitement of building a company . ", What experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ? What experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ? , I have worked on a variety of projects and jobs in the high tech industry . I wanted to have the experience of working for a dotcom and have learned something about being in on the ground floor of a business . I have worked on a variety of projects and jobs in the high tech industry . I wanted to have the experience of working for a dotcom and have learned something about being in on the ground floor of a business . , What attracted you to this job ? What attracted you to this job ? ," I've been searching for a while now to find a company that had a business model and corporate philosophy like yours . I am interested in working for a company that provides products and services to the K - 12 education market . My background is in this field , and my strength is in building relationships and solving problems . I am excited and interested in the idea of developing business relationships through e-commerce . " " I've been searching for a while now to find a company that had a business model and corporate philosophy like yours . I am interested in working for a company that provides products and services to the K - 12 education market . My background is in this field , and my strength is in building relationships and solving problems . I am excited and interested in the idea of developing business relationships through e-commerce . ", What qualities do you think are important to this position ? What qualities do you think are important to this position ? ," To have a combination of technical and business knowledge and to be very results-oriented . My past record shows that I have those qualities and more . Because of my business acumen and technical know-how , the teams I have managed accomplished outstanding results , including booking more than $ 50 million in online revenue . " " To have a combination of technical and business knowledge and to be very results-oriented . My past record shows that I have those qualities and more . Because of my business acumen and technical know-how , the teams I have managed accomplished outstanding results , including booking more than $ 50 million in online revenue . ", When have you been most motivated ? When have you been most motivated ? ," When I have a specific project to complete , I like to know the specifics of a project from beginning to end . I like definite deadlines and I like to meet those deadlines . I expect some deviation from the original plan , but I try to stay focused and not let myself drift too far . I have great attention to detail and like to take my time and do it right the first time . " " When I have a specific project to complete , I like to know the specifics of a project from beginning to end . I like definite deadlines and I like to meet those deadlines . I expect some deviation from the original plan , but I try to stay focused and not let myself drift too far . I have great attention to detail and like to take my time and do it right the first time . ", Why did you leave your last position ? Why did you leave your last position ? ," I've set some goals for myself and my career , and unfortunately I'm at a standstill in my current situation . I have begun to explore options available before I spend too much time in a job where I can't advance . My goal is to continue to take on new responsibilities and be a key contributor to the success of an online venture . " " I've set some goals for myself and my career , and unfortunately I'm at a standstill in my current situation . I have begun to explore options available before I spend too much time in a job where I can't advance . My goal is to continue to take on new responsibilities and be a key contributor to the success of an online venture . ", What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? , I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . , Do you have any questions ? Do you have any questions ? ," Yes , I do . Who are your financial backers ? Who are the key competitors ? Does the company have a plan for the IPO ? What would you say is the best thing about your product or service ? " I can't stand the stupid guy any longer . It ' s unbelievable ! ," Oh , my dear lady . Take it easy . You should forgive a green hand like him . " " Oh , my dear lady . Take it easy . You should forgive a green hand like him . ", He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy . He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy . , I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems . I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems . ," I have told him how to do it several times , but he's never listened to me . " " I have told him how to do it several times , but he's never listened to me . ", Maybe you should communicate with him just like a friend and not a boss . Maybe you should communicate with him just like a friend and not a boss . ," Oh , I always have difficulty in getting along with the staff . " " Oh , I always have difficulty in getting along with the staff . "," Just take them for your good friends and have a talk with them as we do , make sure you don't lose your temper . " " Just take them for your good friends and have a talk with them as we do , make sure you don't lose your temper . ", I think that's a bad idea . I'd hate anyone here to think of me as a friend . How would they ever respect me as they can do whatever they want ? I think that's a bad idea . I'd hate anyone here to think of me as a friend . How would they ever respect me as they can do whatever they want ? , I disagree . All you have to do is respect the staff and their opinions . May I please speak to Tom ? ," He's with someone right now , would you hold ? " What's the name of the series just showed ? , Doctor Butcher . Doctor Butcher . , What a horrible name ! Is it full of suspense ? What a horrible name ! Is it full of suspense ? ," No , not at all.it ' s about how to keep fit . " "Ouch , it ’ s unbearable . ", Please keep calm . I know the pain isn ’ t what flesh and blood can stand . But be brave . Please keep calm . I know the pain isn ’ t what flesh and blood can stand . But be brave . ," All right , doctor . But it really hurts . " What are you doing ? , Look at me . I look so old ! I look as if I were thirty . Look at me . I look so old ! I look as if I were thirty . , Come on ! Stop being so vain . You look great ! You are beautiful ! Come on ! Stop being so vain . You look great ! You are beautiful ! ," Yes , I am , but I think it ’ s time for some plastic surgery I ’ m tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin . See ? " " Yes , I am , but I think it ’ s time for some plastic surgery I ’ m tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin . See ? "," I don ’ t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ’ t look natural . " " I don ’ t see any wrinkles or sagging skin ! You are 25 , stop being ridiculous . Besides , I think that people who get Boto , have facelifts , or tummy tucks look weird . It doesn ’ t look natural . "," Whatever , I think I ’ m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well . " " Whatever , I think I ’ m gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well . ", I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ’ t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing . I think you need to get brain surgery . I honestly don ’ t think you need cosmetic surgery . You look amazing . , I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive . I thought you were my friend and would support me on this ! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive . ," You don ’ t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts ! " " You don ’ t need plastic surgery to do that . You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you ! Plus , plastic surgery hurts ! ", Really ? Really ? , Yeah ! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week ! I like football best of all . , Do you ? Do you ? , It's a very good game . It's a very good game . , Do you watch it or do you still play it ? Do you watch it or do you still play it ? , I only watch now . "Good afternoon , Chloe , I ’ m Doctor Evans.What seems to be the problem ? "," Hi , Dr Evans . Thanks for seeing me on such short notice . When I woke up this morning I had a really sore throat and a really bad cough . I think I am coming down with the flu . " " Hi , Dr Evans . Thanks for seeing me on such short notice . When I woke up this morning I had a really sore throat and a really bad cough . I think I am coming down with the flu . "," Ah I see , yes you do sound rather croaky . Well let ’ s have a look , shall we ? Could you please open your mouth and say ” ah ” . " " Ah I see , yes you do sound rather croaky . Well let ’ s have a look , shall we ? Could you please open your mouth and say ” ah ” . ", Ahhhhhhhh Ahhhhhhhh ," Good , yes , your tonsils are a little swollen and red . How are your ears , blocked at all ? " " Good , yes , your tonsils are a little swollen and red . How are your ears , blocked at all ? ", A little actually . My sinuses are a little blocked up as well-I really feel terrible . A little actually . My sinuses are a little blocked up as well-I really feel terrible . ," Ok Chloe , can you please breathe in and out slowly for me while I listen to your chest ? You really are all bunged up , you don ’ t sound too good at all . Ok , I ’ m going to set you up with a bunch of antibiotics . You will need to take these orange pills twice a day and these blue pills every evening . You will also have to take this cough medicine three times a day after meals . Finally , I am giving you an inhaler to use every time you feel breathless . . . just to clear up your lungs ! " " Ok Chloe , can you please breathe in and out slowly for me while I listen to your chest ? You really are all bunged up , you don ’ t sound too good at all . Ok , I ’ m going to set you up with a bunch of antibiotics . You will need to take these orange pills twice a day and these blue pills every evening . You will also have to take this cough medicine three times a day after meals . Finally , I am giving you an inhaler to use every time you feel breathless . . . just to clear up your lungs ! ", Whoa ! So many drugs . . . I hate swallowing pills . Am I able to go to work ? Whoa ! So many drugs . . . I hate swallowing pills . Am I able to go to work ? , Absolutely not ! You are highly contagious ! You don ’ t want to infect the rest of your co-workers do you ? I recommend staying in bed for at least three days and drinking plenty of fluids so you don ’ t get weak and dehydrated . You can catch up on all the latest TV shows and movies ! Absolutely not ! You are highly contagious ! You don ’ t want to infect the rest of your co-workers do you ? I recommend staying in bed for at least three days and drinking plenty of fluids so you don ’ t get weak and dehydrated . You can catch up on all the latest TV shows and movies ! ," Ok ! Would you mind writing me a doctor ’ s note for work , otherwise they may think I am faking it ! " " Ok ! Would you mind writing me a doctor ’ s note for work , otherwise they may think I am faking it ! "," Ha-ha , sure not a problem ! Here you are.Now off you go and away to bed . If you have any questions just give me a call ! Feel better soon and take care . " " Ha-ha , sure not a problem ! Here you are.Now off you go and away to bed . If you have any questions just give me a call ! Feel better soon and take care . "," Thanks doc , bye ! " Now people are talking about world recession which started more than a year ago . Can you give us your personal assessment of the situation of the global economy ? ," As you know , we are in a very special time . This is a very hard time for many countries ' economics , both developed and developing . I think the current economic situation could be described as synchronized slowdown of major economies . " " As you know , we are in a very special time . This is a very hard time for many countries ' economics , both developed and developing . I think the current economic situation could be described as synchronized slowdown of major economies . ", What is the direct impact of the terrorist attack upon your country's economy ? What is the direct impact of the terrorist attack upon your country's economy ? ," Once the US economy is in trouble due to the terrorist attack , the impact could be quickly felt in the rest of the world . " " Once the US economy is in trouble due to the terrorist attack , the impact could be quickly felt in the rest of the world . ", What challenges is your country's economy facing at the moment ? What challenges is your country's economy facing at the moment ? , We do face a lot of challenges because there is still much uncertainty about the world economy . It's very important for us to strike a proper balance between investment in fixed assets and household consumption . I love Chinese food . , What's your favorite dish or dishes ? What's your favorite dish or dishes ? ," Well , I always order fried spring rolls when I go to Chinatown . " " Well , I always order fried spring rolls when I go to Chinatown . ", But a Chinese person would never order that . But a Chinese person would never order that . , Really ? But they're delicious ! Really ? But they're delicious ! ," Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time . " " Alex , you don't know what to order . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant together next time . ", That sounds great . That sounds great . , Get ready for the best meal of your life ! Do you know how to go to the Fragrant Hills in Beijing ? I heard that they are very famous in China . ," Yes . Especially in autumn , the red leaves of the maple trees make the whole mountain red . " " Yes . Especially in autumn , the red leaves of the maple trees make the whole mountain red . ", That must be very beautiful . That must be very beautiful . ," Yes , it can make people feel as if they were in the land of fairies . " " Yes , it can make people feel as if they were in the land of fairies . ", Really ? Have you ever been there ? Really ? Have you ever been there ? , A couple of times . A couple of times . , Can you go there with me ? I'd like someone who is familiar with that area to go with me . Can you go there with me ? I'd like someone who is familiar with that area to go with me . , Sure . I'd be very glad to be your tour guide . What kind of permanent would you like to have ? , what kinds do you have ? what kinds do you have ? ," Oh , yeah , It ’ s quite of variety . Regular , cold perm , straight perm , pink curl and form . " " Oh , yeah , It ’ s quite of variety . Regular , cold perm , straight perm , pink curl and form . "," Last time I tried a pink curl perm and form permanent . Set the wave a little loose than as usual , please . " "Hello , this is United Airlines . "," Hello , I want confirm my flight . My name is Jesse . " " Hello , I want confirm my flight . My name is Jesse . ", When is your flight ? When is your flight ? , June loth . June loth . ," One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ? " " One first class seat on flight YW132 , is that right ? "," Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ? " " Yes , thanks . By the way , what time do I have to start check-in ? ", You are supposed to check in at least one hour beforehand . Cool camera . What are its features ? ," It's loaded ! For example , it's got a 256 color , LCD screen that rotates 360 degrees , and switches to black and white in power save mode . Also , it has a low-light mode for night shooting and touch screen menu controls that are really convenient . " " It's loaded ! For example , it's got a 256 color , LCD screen that rotates 360 degrees , and switches to black and white in power save mode . Also , it has a low-light mode for night shooting and touch screen menu controls that are really convenient . ", What about the quality of the pictures ? What about the quality of the pictures ? ," Oh , it's the usual 5600x3200 resolution with 10.0 megapixels . It's got a 5xzoom , so from 28mm to 120mm the pictures look great ! I can change the resolution , too . " " Oh , it's the usual 5600x3200 resolution with 10.0 megapixels . It's got a 5xzoom , so from 28mm to 120mm the pictures look great ! I can change the resolution , too . ", Wow ! What about the memory ? Wow ! What about the memory ? ," It has a built-in hard-wired memory , but I like to use the 64MB media cards that come with it . I can download everything onto the hard drive and then edit and enhance with different software . It takes fantastic pictures that I can either print out or E-mail to my friends . " I really do like this dining set.But I just don't know . I don't know if I can do a good job with it . ," It really isn't hard , sir . You just have to follow the instructions . " " It really isn't hard , sir . You just have to follow the instructions . ", What instructions ? What instructions ? , We will give you a detailed instruction manual if you buy the table . We will give you a detailed instruction manual if you buy the table . ," I see . But can I understand the instructions ? I'm a foreigner , you know . " " I see . But can I understand the instructions ? I'm a foreigner , you know . ", Don't worry about that . Your English seems very good.And our instruction manuals are very clearly written . It's easy ! Don't worry about that . Your English seems very good.And our instruction manuals are very clearly written . It's easy ! , Could you tell me now some of the things I need to do ? Could you tell me now some of the things I need to do ? ," Of course.First , you must sand the furniture . You sand it to make the wood smooth.You start with heavy-grade sandpaper . Then , you move to finer-grade sandpaper . " " Of course.First , you must sand the furniture . You sand it to make the wood smooth.You start with heavy-grade sandpaper . Then , you move to finer-grade sandpaper . ", Do I have to sand every inch of the table ? Do I have to sand every inch of the table ? ," The better you sand it , the better the finish will be . " " The better you sand it , the better the finish will be . ", Alright . Alright . ," Then , after you sand it , you use tack cloth to wipe off any dust or sawdust . " " Then , after you sand it , you use tack cloth to wipe off any dust or sawdust . ", Sawdust ? Sawdust ? ," Yes , sawdust is the tiny particles of wood.You could call it wood dust . You must wipe it off.The wood should be very clean before you put the varnish on . " " Yes , sawdust is the tiny particles of wood.You could call it wood dust . You must wipe it off.The wood should be very clean before you put the varnish on . ", That makes sense . That makes sense . ," Then you apply the varnish , which is very easy . It is like painting . " " Then you apply the varnish , which is very easy . It is like painting . ", And I can choose any color ? And I can choose any color ? ," Yes , we have many colors to choose from , sir . " " Yes , we have many colors to choose from , sir . ", And after the varnish ? And after the varnish ? ," After the varnish dries for 24 hours , you can put another coat of varnish on . Or you can put the finish on.The finish is hard and clear . It goes on top of the varnish . " " After the varnish dries for 24 hours , you can put another coat of varnish on . Or you can put the finish on.The finish is hard and clear . It goes on top of the varnish . ", And then ? And then ? ," Well , when the finish is dry , the table is done . " " Well , when the finish is dry , the table is done . ", It all sounds very complicated . It all sounds very complicated . , It only sounds complicated . It's really very easy . A lot of people here in America finish their own furniture.It ' s a good way to save some money . And a lot of people even enjoy it . It only sounds complicated . It's really very easy . A lot of people here in America finish their own furniture.It ' s a good way to save some money . And a lot of people even enjoy it . ," Well , I will look around your shop some more . I need to think about it . " " Well , I will look around your shop some more . I need to think about it . "," Alright , sir . " Good afternoon . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to rent a car . " " Yes , I'd like to rent a car . ", What kind of car do you have in mind ? What kind of car do you have in mind ? , An automatic sedan . An automatic sedan . , I see . How long will you need it ? I see . How long will you need it ? , About a week . About a week . ," Just a moment , please . " "Where do you work , Andrea ? ", I work for Thomas Cook Travel . I work for Thomas Cook Travel . ," Oh , really ? What do you do there ? " " Oh , really ? What do you do there ? "," I'm a guide . I take people on tours to countries in South America , like Peru . " " I'm a guide . I take people on tours to countries in South America , like Peru . ", That sounds interesting ! That sounds interesting ! ," Yes , it's a great job . I love it . And what do you do ? " " Yes , it's a great job . I love it . And what do you do ? "," I'm a student , and I have a part-time job , too . " " I'm a student , and I have a part-time job , too . ", Oh ? Where do you work ? Oh ? Where do you work ? , In a fast-food restaurant . In a fast-food restaurant . , Which restaurant ? Which restaurant ? , Hamburger Heaven . "Every year , the South has the floods . It is an act of God . ", Do you really think so ? Do you really think so ? ," Yeah , you have some other ideas ? " " Yeah , you have some other ideas ? "," Think , in some way it is an act of God , but in another way , it just is caused by us . " " Think , in some way it is an act of God , but in another way , it just is caused by us . ", For example ? For example ? ," We didn't pay attention to the environment , cut down trees and polluted the air . " " We didn't pay attention to the environment , cut down trees and polluted the air . "," Oh , I see . Fortunately government has taken some action to prevent such things . " Is there any ticket for New York left ? I want to go coach . , SW113 leaves at 13:25 . Would you want one ? SW113 leaves at 13:25 . Would you want one ? , Yes . What's the fare ? Yes . What's the fare ? , $ 88 for a single ticket . $ 88 for a single ticket . ," Well , I thought it was $ 83 . " " Well , I thought it was $ 83 . ", Yes . From October lst we have to charge every passenger $ 5 for the airport tax . Yes . From October lst we have to charge every passenger $ 5 for the airport tax . , see . Here is the money . Can I help you ? , Yes . I am interested in applying for graduate school in America . Yes . I am interested in applying for graduate school in America . , We have some catalogues from U . S . universities . You may check in the reference stacks over there . We have some catalogues from U . S . universities . You may check in the reference stacks over there . , Can you recommend some universities with good graduate schools ? Can you recommend some universities with good graduate schools ? ," Well , generally in the U . S . each university has its own outstanding fields . But the graduate school accepts no applications after January 29th . " " Well , generally in the U . S . each university has its own outstanding fields . But the graduate school accepts no applications after January 29th . "," Oh , no . It's already February 5th . " " Oh , no . It's already February 5th . ", So you have to apply to begin the first semester next year . So you have to apply to begin the first semester next year . , I will think about it . Excuse me.Could you tell me how to return to the Hilton Hotel ? I am afraid I lost my way . , Do you have a hotel card or something ? Do you have a hotel card or something ? ," Let's see.Yes , I have the address and telephone number here . " " Let's see.Yes , I have the address and telephone number here . "," Oh , you're staying at the downtown Hilton.Then , you go down two blocks this way and turn left.You ' ll find it on the right . " " Oh , you're staying at the downtown Hilton.Then , you go down two blocks this way and turn left.You ' ll find it on the right . "," Well , I don't understand it very well.Will you draw me a map ? " Could you do me a favor ? , What is it ? What is it ? , Could you possibly give me a lift home ? Could you possibly give me a lift home ? , All right . All right . , Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you . Are you sure ? I don't want to inconvenience you . , No problem . I'd be happy to . No problem . I'd be happy to . , Thanks . I really appreciate it . Thanks so much . What is your salary at present ? ," My present pay is 100,000 Yuan per year . " " My present pay is 100,000 Yuan per year . ", What are your salary expectations now ? What are your salary expectations now ? ," I like to be paid more than that . Hopefully , 120,000 Yuan per year . " " I like to be paid more than that . Hopefully , 120,000 Yuan per year . ", That's a little more than we had planned . That's a little more than we had planned . , I think you'll find I'm worth that . I think you'll find I'm worth that . ," I can only offer you 110,000 Yuan a year . Raises will be given after a three-month probation according to your performance . Is that satisfactory ? " " I can only offer you 110,000 Yuan a year . Raises will be given after a three-month probation according to your performance . Is that satisfactory ? "," Yes , it is quite reasonable . " I need to buy some flowers for my wife . , Perhaps you'd be interested in red roses . Perhaps you'd be interested in red roses . , What would the roses cost me ? What would the roses cost me ? , They're only $ 20 a dozen . They're only $ 20 a dozen . , I like the sound of that . I like the sound of that . ," Yes , that is today's sale price . " " Yes , that is today's sale price . ", A dozen will be fine . A dozen will be fine . , Is there anything else you'd like to get ? Is there anything else you'd like to get ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", These roses should make your wife very happy . "Hello , Friendship Hotel . How can I help you ? ", I'd like to book a room for three nights . I'd like to book a room for three nights . ," What are the dates , sir ? " " What are the dates , sir ? ", From July the seventh to the ninth . This one is too small . Please bring me a bigger one . , OK . OK . , What's the brand ? What's the brand ? , Leopard . It's famous brand of good quality . Leopard . It's famous brand of good quality . , This one suits better . I will take it . Guess what ! , What ? What ? , I am going to the mountains with my family this weekend . I am going to the mountains with my family this weekend . , That sounds like fun . "Hi , Tina , I ’ Ve got good news . I have successfully passed the first two rounds of interview with ABC Company . They informed me to go to the final round next Monday . It looks very promising . ", That is awesome . Congratulation ! I know you can make it . That is awesome . Congratulation ! I know you can make it . , Thanks . Let ’ s go for a celebration this evening . Are you free ? Thanks . Let ’ s go for a celebration this evening . Are you free ? ," Yes . Wait for me at the cafe down my office building . See 5PM , ok ? " " Yes . Wait for me at the cafe down my office building . See 5PM , ok ? ", No problem . See you ! No problem . See you ! , See you ! "We need someone rather quickly , the sooner the better . ", Can I ask what the position pays ? Can I ask what the position pays ? ," Well , of course depends somewhat on experience , background and that sort of thing . What are your currently earning ? " " Well , of course depends somewhat on experience , background and that sort of thing . What are your currently earning ? ", My current salary is in the range of fifty thousand yuan . My current salary is in the range of fifty thousand yuan . , I see . Including bonus ? I see . Including bonus ? ," Yes , but not including overtime pay . I'm looking for a salary slightly higher than my present one , with opportunities for raises if I work well . " " Yes , but not including overtime pay . I'm looking for a salary slightly higher than my present one , with opportunities for raises if I work well . ", What starting salary would you expect here ? What starting salary would you expect here ? ," I have to support my parents who are advanced in age , so I'd like to commence at HAD 2,500 a month . " Your boyfriend is so considerate to you . When do you plan to marry ? , It ’ s still up in the air . There is something wrong between us . Could you talk to me for a few minutes about my grades ? , Step into my office for a moment . What is your concern ? Step into my office for a moment . What is your concern ? , Am I failing ? Am I failing ? , Let's go on the computer to see what's up . Do you think you are doing well ? Let's go on the computer to see what's up . Do you think you are doing well ? , I am pretty sure that I am in trouble . I am pretty sure that I am in trouble . ," I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ? " " I can see that you are trying , but where do you think you could improve ? ", I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis . I missed a few classes ; I need to make sure I come to school on a regular basis . ," Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ? " " Having a regular study routine and following it is very important , right ? ", I'll try ; it's hard ! I'll try ; it's hard ! , Thanks for stopping by ! Do you know a bus I can take from Altadena to downtown LA ? , I believe you can take the 486 . I believe you can take the 486 . , Will that bus really take me to LA ? Will that bus really take me to LA ? , It sure will . It sure will . , Is it a very long ride ? Is it a very long ride ? , It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride . It's a forty-five minute to an hour ride . , Really ? Really ? , It doesn't take long at all It doesn't take long at all , Do a lot of people ride that bus ? Do a lot of people ride that bus ? , More people start getting on around LA . More people start getting on around LA . ," Wow , thanks a lot . " " Wow , thanks a lot . ", Don't mention it . "Hi , Bob . I heard that you had passed your driving test . Is it true ? ", Yes . A few days ago I have no right to get a driving licence . But now I get it . Yes . A few days ago I have no right to get a driving licence . But now I get it . , Is the driving test difficult ? Is the driving test difficult ? ," Yes , it can be quite tough . Many people fail to pass the test at the first time . " " Yes , it can be quite tough . Many people fail to pass the test at the first time . ", What does the driving test require ? What does the driving test require ? ," You should enroll in driving school and then take a road test and a written test . After you pass both tests , you'll get your licence . " " You should enroll in driving school and then take a road test and a written test . After you pass both tests , you'll get your licence . "," Oh , I see . I need more practice before I take the driving test . " " Oh , I see . I need more practice before I take the driving test . ", Don't worry about your driving test . I think you will pass the test and get the driver's licence very soon . Don't worry about your driving test . I think you will pass the test and get the driver's licence very soon . , Hopeful ! Thank you . "Hello , may I help you ? ", Yes.We ' re interested in seeing the rooms for rent . Yes.We ' re interested in seeing the rooms for rent . ," Oh , how nice.They ' re bright rooms and the house is very quiet . " " Oh , how nice.They ' re bright rooms and the house is very quiet . ", A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for . A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for . ," Well , gentleman.Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK . " " Well , gentleman.Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK . ", That sounds just wonderful to us . That sounds just wonderful to us . , When do you want to move in ? When do you want to move in ? , How about this afternoon ? How about this afternoon ? , Fine . I'll be expecting you around two . I want to buy a black suit . , Certainty.Do you want double breasted suit or single breasted suit ? Certainty.Do you want double breasted suit or single breasted suit ? , I prefer single breasted suit . I prefer single breasted suit . , What about this one ? It's a very nice 3 - piece suit . What about this one ? It's a very nice 3 - piece suit . , That looks great . Do you have ties here ? "Anna , that outfit looks wonderful on you ! The color goes with your trousers perfectly . "," Thanks , Carla . That's quite a compliment coming from you . You always dress so tastefully . " " Thanks , Carla . That's quite a compliment coming from you . You always dress so tastefully . "," Well , that dress certainly shows your good taste . It must have cost a lot . " " Well , that dress certainly shows your good taste . It must have cost a lot . "," No , not much . I got it on sale at the mall - 60 % off . " " No , not much . I got it on sale at the mall - 60 % off . "," Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you . " " Really ? You're an amazing bargain hunter ! Next time there's a sale , promise you'll let me tag along with you . ", It's a promise . I'd like to cancel my reservation on flight MS701 to Warsaw on the 23rd.My name is Michael . , Hold on for a moment . ( a few minutes later ) I have cancelled your reservation.Shall I make another one for you ? Hold on for a moment . ( a few minutes later ) I have cancelled your reservation.Shall I make another one for you ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", I see . Please call us again for any further reservation.Thanks for calling us . Did you see the 2005 Grammy Awards on TV last night . ," Yeah . I was so happy , because my favorite singer , Ricky Martin won ' Best Latin Pop Performance ' . " " Yeah . I was so happy , because my favorite singer , Ricky Martin won ' Best Latin Pop Performance ' . ", He seems to win awards everywhere . He seems to win awards everywhere . , He is really great . He has sold millions of records worldwide . He is especially known for his rocking performance at the football World Cup song-the Cup of World . He is really great . He has sold millions of records worldwide . He is especially known for his rocking performance at the football World Cup song-the Cup of World . ," I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . ' " " I heard one observer even said ' It was a song sung in Spanish for international football , and he made it so popular that even the Americans loved it . ' "," That's right . His voice ranges from the smooth sound of ballads to the highpowered rhythms of the Spanish Caribbean where he grew up . He has fan clubs across the world , from America to Russia , from England to Taiwan , from Norway to Australia . " Where are you going ? , I'm going to Bill's house . I'm going to Bill's house . , What are you going to do there ? What are you going to do there ? , I'm going to help him . I'm going to help him . , What's he doing ? What's he doing ? , He's fixing his roof . What did you think of the teambuiding session this morning ? Do you think it did much good ? ," Well , a lot of the games were pretty silly . I don't know how much it helped us to be a better team , but i think everyone had a good time . " " Well , a lot of the games were pretty silly . I don't know how much it helped us to be a better team , but i think everyone had a good time . "," I think that's an important part of it all ... we've got to be able to see another side of our co-workers and boss ... We can see what they're like as real human beings , working together on some project , for fun . I really think it helped our team jell together better . " " I think that's an important part of it all ... we've got to be able to see another side of our co-workers and boss ... We can see what they're like as real human beings , working together on some project , for fun . I really think it helped our team jell together better . "," Yeah , I guess you're right . I think the trust game was my favorite . I think in order to have a strong team , we've all got to learn how to trust each other more . " " Yeah , I guess you're right . I think the trust game was my favorite . I think in order to have a strong team , we've all got to learn how to trust each other more . "," The trust game was your favorite , huh ? My favorite part was the personality tests . I think to know more about what kind of personality type you are will tell you a lot about how you can fit into a team.Also , when you know the personality strengths of your colleagues , it helps you understand them better . " Good morning miss . Wang , Good morning Mr . Li Good morning Mr . Li , It ’ s a beautiful morning isn ’ t it ? It ’ s a beautiful morning isn ’ t it ? , Oh . It ’ s a nice day indeed Oh . It ’ s a nice day indeed ," I hope it won ’ t be too hot , I can ’ t stand the heat " " I hope it won ’ t be too hot , I can ’ t stand the heat ", Really . For me too . I'd like to talk to you about my grades . , Sure ! What exactly do you have questions about ? Sure ! What exactly do you have questions about ? , I am worried that I messed up on a test . I am worried that I messed up on a test . ," Well , let me take a look at my grade book . How do YOU think you are doing ? " " Well , let me take a look at my grade book . How do YOU think you are doing ? "," I think I am doing great , except for that one test ! " " I think I am doing great , except for that one test ! "," Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ? " " Well , your scores show that you could do a little better . What do you think you could improve on ? ", I think that I could study a little harder for tests . I think that I could study a little harder for tests . , Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin . Fine ! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin . ," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . ", I'm sure you'll do fine . "I see myself as being honest , diligent , persevering and creative . And I have a strong sense of responsibility . ", How about your psychological resilience ? How about your psychological resilience ? ," I think I can work well under pressure , if necessary . " " I think I can work well under pressure , if necessary . ", How would you deal with those who are not easy to get along with ? How would you deal with those who are not easy to get along with ? ," I will just be sincere and friendly to others , and I believe they will treat me the same way . " " I will just be sincere and friendly to others , and I believe they will treat me the same way . ", You seem to be a kind-hearted lady . You seem to be a kind-hearted lady . , Thank you . I simply believe the goodness of human nature . Thank you . I simply believe the goodness of human nature . , Please tell me your weaknesses if you can . Please tell me your weaknesses if you can . , I should admit that sometimes I care too much about the details . I am always in pursuit of perfection . "Honey , we are all out of wine and cheese . Do you mind running to the deli and picking up a few things ? ", Can ’ t it wait ? I ’ m watching the game right now ! Can ’ t it wait ? I ’ m watching the game right now ! , Your friends and family are coming over tonight and we still need to get a lot of things . Your friends and family are coming over tonight and we still need to get a lot of things . , Fine ! What do you need ? Fine ! What do you need ? ," OK , pick up some cured meats to go with the wine . Maybe a pound of polish sausages , ham , liverwurst , salami and any other cold cuts that are on sale . I think I saw a promotion for pastrami . Also get s " " OK , pick up some cured meats to go with the wine . Maybe a pound of polish sausages , ham , liverwurst , salami and any other cold cuts that are on sale . I think I saw a promotion for pastrami . Also get s "," Whoa wait a minute ! Isn ’ t that a bit too much ? I mean , how much is all of this going to cost ! " " Whoa wait a minute ! Isn ’ t that a bit too much ? I mean , how much is all of this going to cost ! "," Never mind that.Get some dips as well . Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and also some Tzatziki.If they have bean dip get that as well . Last but not least , get some pickles . " " Never mind that.Get some dips as well . Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and also some Tzatziki.If they have bean dip get that as well . Last but not least , get some pickles . "," Is that all , your majesty ? " " Is that all , your majesty ? ", Very funny ! Get a move on ! People will be here any minute . Here ' s my passport . I'm a visiting scholar . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," No , these are all my personal effects . " " No , these are all my personal effects . ", What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ? What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ? , Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable.Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ? Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable.Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ? , NO.You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings . NO.You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings . , Thank you . good morning . I understand that you ’ Ve got a problem with your washing machine . I ’ m from the repair company . , excellent . Come in please . The washing machine is in the bathroom upstairs . It keeps breaking down . excellent . Come in please . The washing machine is in the bathroom upstairs . It keeps breaking down . , when did it first break down ? when did it first break down ? , about ten days ago . I ’ Ve tried to use it since then . Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn ’ t . it ’ s very frustrating . about ten days ago . I ’ Ve tried to use it since then . Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn ’ t . it ’ s very frustrating . ," is it still under warranty . If it is and I can ’ t fix it , it would be quicker and easier to exchange it for a new one . " " is it still under warranty . If it is and I can ’ t fix it , it would be quicker and easier to exchange it for a new one . "," yes , it ’ s still under warranty . Over the last few weeks , it ’ s also been making a high - pitch noise when it ’ s in use . " " yes , it ’ s still under warranty . Over the last few weeks , it ’ s also been making a high - pitch noise when it ’ s in use . "," ok . I ’ ll start by looking at the motor . I ’ ll just unplug it and take a look inside the machine ... oh , yes . There ’ s the problem . It ’ s quite simple . I ’ ll sort it out in a few minutes . " " ok . I ’ ll start by looking at the motor . I ’ ll just unplug it and take a look inside the machine ... oh , yes . There ’ s the problem . It ’ s quite simple . I ’ ll sort it out in a few minutes . ", what ’ s wrong with it ? what ’ s wrong with it ? , part of the motor is loose . I can put it back in place quite easily . part of the motor is loose . I can put it back in place quite easily . , that ’ s great . Thanks very much . Would you like a cup of tea or coffee ? "Excuse me , miss . I'm Bob . ", I'm Amy . How do you do ? I'm Amy . How do you do ? , I'm very glad to meet you . May I have this dance with you ? I'm very glad to meet you . May I have this dance with you ? , Certainly ! I suppose you dance often . Certainly ! I suppose you dance often . ," No , I don't often dance . Isn't this a wonderful party ? " " No , I don't often dance . Isn't this a wonderful party ? "," Yes , I'm glad I have come . " " Yes , I'm glad I have come . ", How do you like fox-trot ? How do you like fox-trot ? , I like it very much . I like it very much . , You dance beautifully . You dance beautifully . , Thank you . It's lucky that I have got a good partner . Thank you . It's lucky that I have got a good partner . , Thank you . How ’ s it going ? , I ’ m fine . Thanks for asking . I ’ m fine . Thanks for asking . , What did you need ? What did you need ? , I would like to make a withdrawal . I would like to make a withdrawal . , How much money would you like to withdraw ? How much money would you like to withdraw ? , I want to take out $ 300 . I want to take out $ 300 . , Which account are you making this withdrawal from ? Which account are you making this withdrawal from ? , I want it taken from my checking account . I want it taken from my checking account . ," All right , here is your $ 300 . " " All right , here is your $ 300 . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Is there anything else that I can do for you today ? Is there anything else that I can do for you today ? , No . That ’ s everything . Thank you . How's your girlfriend ? , We broke up . Do you have these shoes in a size 7 ? , Yes . Let me get you a pair . "Sir , may I help you ? "," Yes , I want to book a room . " " Yes , I want to book a room . ", Sure . What kind of room do you like ? Sure . What kind of room do you like ? ," Well , could you let me see the room ? " " Well , could you let me see the room ? ", Ok . What about this one ? Ok . What about this one ? , It's fine . What beautiful scenery outside the window ! I think this one will do . It's fine . What beautiful scenery outside the window ! I think this one will do . , I am glad you like it . The show will be starting in a few minutes . We'd better go in and find our seats . ," Number 7 and 9 of the Row 11 in the stalls , aren't they ? " " Number 7 and 9 of the Row 11 in the stalls , aren't they ? ", That's right . This entrance is for even numbers . That entrance over there is for odd numbers . Let's go over there . That's right . This entrance is for even numbers . That entrance over there is for odd numbers . Let's go over there . , What a nice theatre ! I guess it can seat hundreds of people . What a nice theatre ! I guess it can seat hundreds of people . , Maybe you are right . Maybe you are right . , Look . It's begin . Look . It's begin . ," Well , how did you like the show ? " " Well , how did you like the show ? "," It's so interesting , I like it very much . " Oh my God ! I can't find my first period American literature class . , You look lost . Can I help you ? You look lost . Can I help you ? , Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom ? Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom ? , Yeah . I'm Brad . Yeah . I'm Brad . , I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class . I'm Mary . I can't find my American literature class . , What room is it ? What room is it ? , It's 112 . It's 112 . , It's on the first floor by the nurse's office . It's on the first floor by the nurse's office . ," Thanks a lot , Brad . I've got to go before the bell rings . " This is how you turn on the computer . , I see . How was your test ? , It was bad . It was bad . ," Oh , honey , you should study harder . " " Oh , honey , you should study harder . ", But I already tried my best . But I already tried my best . , Don't worry . You'll do better next time . "Good evening , sir . What can I do for you ? ", Good evening . Would you please offer a table far from the entrance for us ? Good evening . Would you please offer a table far from the entrance for us ? ," Yes , of course . This way , please . " How was your business trip ? , Great - they wined and dined us all week . What ’ s your working day like ? ," I have a typical 9 to 5 job . Actually , I work a little longer than 9 to 5 most days . " " I have a typical 9 to 5 job . Actually , I work a little longer than 9 to 5 most days . ", Do you get paid onetime ? Do you get paid onetime ? ," No , I don ’ t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients . " " No , I don ’ t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients . ", Do you have any breaks ? Do you have any breaks ? ," We have an hour-long lunch break form 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ’ t mind , as long as we get out work done on time . " " We have an hour-long lunch break form 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ’ t mind , as long as we get out work done on time . "," My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ’ t it ? " " My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ’ t it ? "," There ’ s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ? " " There ’ s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ? "," Yes , I do . I don ’ t like it very much . " " Yes , I do . I don ’ t like it very much . "," I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ’ t mind it . " Cindy . We were going to try to surprise you for your birthday . But you ’ re just too busy ! Can you tell me when you ’ ll be free ? ," Oh , Brian . That ’ s really sweet of you guys . I would love to get together with all of you . How about Friday ? " " Oh , Brian . That ’ s really sweet of you guys . I would love to get together with all of you . How about Friday ? ", Great ! What time ? Great ! What time ? , I ’ m free all afternoon . Why don ’ t we meet at 1 o ’ clock in the lobby ? "Andrew's Hair Salon , this is Andrew . "," Andrew , this is Linda Chen . " " Andrew , this is Linda Chen . "," Hi Linda , what can I do for you ? " " Hi Linda , what can I do for you ? ", I need to set up an appointment to get my hair fixed . I need to set up an appointment to get my hair fixed . , For what day ? For what day ? , Tuesday morning . How do you like these dishes ? ," Fine , they are colorful and tasty . " " Fine , they are colorful and tasty . ", Did you enjoy your dinner ? Did you enjoy your dinner ? ," Yes , I did . I have never tasted anything like this . " " Yes , I did . I have never tasted anything like this . ", Would you like some more rice ? Would you like some more rice ? ," No , thanks . I'm full . " " No , thanks . I'm full . ", Another piece of meat pie ? Another piece of meat pie ? ," No , thanks . I'm on diet . " " No , thanks . I'm on diet . ", How about the dessert ? How about the dessert ? ," Ice cream , please . " I cannot ignore her suggestion . In fact I always value her suggestion . , I know . Maybe you will get the air if you go against her . I know . Maybe you will get the air if you go against her . ," Well , it takes two to to make a happy marriage . " " Well , it takes two to to make a happy marriage . "," And it takes two to make an agreement too . You have no guts , I am afraid . " Will you be voting this year ? , Of course ! Will you ? Of course ! Will you ? , This is going to be my first time voting . This is going to be my first time voting . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , I ’ m not sure what I ’ m doing . I ’ m not sure what I ’ m doing . , Voting is easy . Voting is easy . , I don ’ t know anything about the bills or laws they ’ re trying to pass . I don ’ t know anything about the bills or laws they ’ re trying to pass . , The ballot gives you all that information . The ballot gives you all that information . , Nobody told me that before . Nobody told me that before . , You have nothing to worry about . You have nothing to worry about . , I ’ m so glad you told me that . I ’ m so glad you told me that . , Good luck on your first election . The company is selecting three employees to attend the marketing seminar next month . Did you put your name in for it ? ," No , I don't really care too much for seminars ... I find them to be either boring ot useless . I mean , how much can you really learn in one afternoon ? " " No , I don't really care too much for seminars ... I find them to be either boring ot useless . I mean , how much can you really learn in one afternoon ? "," It's not just about the things that you learn , you know ... seminars are a really great opportunity to mingle and network with professionals in our industry from all over the nation . You can learn a few things , but more importantly , you rub shoulders with the business leaders and make contacts that could lead to potential sales or partnerships in the future . The social mixers are always more important than the seminars anyway . " " It's not just about the things that you learn , you know ... seminars are a really great opportunity to mingle and network with professionals in our industry from all over the nation . You can learn a few things , but more importantly , you rub shoulders with the business leaders and make contacts that could lead to potential sales or partnerships in the future . The social mixers are always more important than the seminars anyway . ", I'm still not too jazzed about going ... I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations . I'm still not too jazzed about going ... I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations . ," Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ? " " Well , what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii ? Does that perk your interest ? ", Now you're talking . Are there pets allowed in this apartment ? ," No dogs or cats or any other fur type animal , but other pets are allowed . " " No dogs or cats or any other fur type animal , but other pets are allowed . ", What about a boa constrictor ? What about a boa constrictor ? , Well . . . is that a pet ? Isn't that something from the zoo ? Well . . . is that a pet ? Isn't that something from the zoo ? ," If I had one , could I rent this apartment ? " " If I had one , could I rent this apartment ? ", I was more thinking of nice little fish or frogs or turtles or a pet rock . I was more thinking of nice little fish or frogs or turtles or a pet rock . , What about a Gila monster ? What about a Gila monster ? ," I'll tell you what , if your pet can fit in this little box and doesn't have fur , it is welcome here . " "Mary , I will have an interview tomorrow . I am so excited ! "," Congratulations ! By the way , have you had all the things ready for the interview ? " " Congratulations ! By the way , have you had all the things ready for the interview ? ", I only typed several copies of my resume . I only typed several copies of my resume . , That's not enough . You have many other things to prepare . That's not enough . You have many other things to prepare . , What are they ? What are they ? ," Besides the resume , you also need the original and copies of your graduation certificate and your ID card . " " Besides the resume , you also need the original and copies of your graduation certificate and your ID card . ", I see I see , Also several copies of your one-inch color photos . Also several copies of your one-inch color photos . ," Yes , I have those . " " Yes , I have those . ", You also need to prepare formal clothes for the interview ; a suit should be the best . You also need to prepare formal clothes for the interview ; a suit should be the best . , I will get it soon . I will get it soon . , Have a briefcase ready with all your interview materials in it for easy carrying . Have a briefcase ready with all your interview materials in it for easy carrying . ," Ok , I will remember . " " Ok , I will remember . ", All these should be enough . Good luck ! Thanks a million . , Don't mention it . "Hello , Pauline ’ s Furniture Store , Faye speaking . How may I help you ? "," Hello , I ordered a dining table last week . The order arrived today , but there are several scratches on the surface of the table . I would like to exchange it . " " Hello , I ordered a dining table last week . The order arrived today , but there are several scratches on the surface of the table . I would like to exchange it . ", I ’ m terribly sorry about that . We could take it back and deliver a new one to you early next week . Would that suit you ? I ’ m terribly sorry about that . We could take it back and deliver a new one to you early next week . Would that suit you ? ," Well , I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend . Couldn ’ t you make it any sooner ? " " Well , I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend . Couldn ’ t you make it any sooner ? "," Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department . " " Please hold on , I'll just check with the delivery department . "," OK , thank you . " Thanks for helping me move into my new house . , Any time . I'm just glad I could help . "Excuse me , I'm looking for the Holiday Inn . Do you know where it is ? ", Sure . It's down this street on the left . Sure . It's down this street on the left . , Is it far from here ? Is it far from here ? ," No , it's not far . " " No , it's not far . ", How far is it ? How far is it ? , About a mile and a half . About a mile and a half . , How long does it take to get there ? How long does it take to get there ? , 5 minutes or so . 5 minutes or so . , Is it close to the subway station ? Is it close to the subway station ? ," Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there . " " Yes , it's very close . The subway station is next to the hotel . You can walk there . ", Thanks a lot . "May I help you find something , or are you just looking ? ", I'm just looking . I'm just looking . ," Then take your time , please . " " Then take your time , please . ", Thank you . I wish it was a nicer day today . , That is true . I hope it doesn't rain . That is true . I hope it doesn't rain . , It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer . It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer . , It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now . It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now . , It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather . It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather . , Any rain right now would be pointless . Any rain right now would be pointless . ," That's right , it really would be . " " That's right , it really would be . ", I want it to cool down some . I want it to cool down some . ," I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter . " " I know what you mean , I can't wait until it's winter . ", Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though . Winter is great . I wish it didn't get so cold sometimes though . , I would rather deal with the winter than the summer . I would rather deal with the winter than the summer . , I feel the same way . I feel the same way . , I wish it was a nicer day today . "Johnny , I can't believe you would do that . "," I know , Grandma , I just ... " " I know , Grandma , I just ... "," You're darn Toomin ' , you know ! Now , you're on housework duty while I'm here ! " " You're darn Toomin ' , you know ! Now , you're on housework duty while I'm here ! ", Yes'm . Yes'm . , You're going to mop the floor until you can see your face in it ! You're going to mop the floor until you can see your face in it ! , Yes'm . Yes'm . , And you're going to dust every piece of furniture in the house ! And you're going to dust every piece of furniture in the house ! , Yes'm . Your house is very old . Does it need redecorating ? ," Yes , it really needs redecorating . " " Yes , it really needs redecorating . ", Shall I help you with it ? Shall I help you with it ? , I don ’ t suppose you could . I don ’ t suppose you could . , I have much time . I suppose it can be done . I have much time . I suppose it can be done . , I ’ ll be glad if you would . "Hello , Pratt . How was your interview yesterday ? "," Hello , Finn . I did a wonderful job and I was employed . How about you ? " " Hello , Finn . I did a wonderful job and I was employed . How about you ? ", I am sorry to tell you that I have lost the opportunity . I am sorry to tell you that I have lost the opportunity . , Why ? You are so excellent . I think you are the most suitable person for the job . Why ? You are so excellent . I think you are the most suitable person for the job . ," Yes , I know I am excellent , but I pay no attention to the etiquette you ’ Ve told me . " " Yes , I know I am excellent , but I pay no attention to the etiquette you ’ Ve told me . ", What ? Then what did you do ? What ? Then what did you do ? ," When I entered the room , I forgot to close the door . Later , I couldn ’ t help smoking , you know I am a heavy-smoker . What ’ s more , I forgot to polish my shoes . There is some dirt on it . " " When I entered the room , I forgot to close the door . Later , I couldn ’ t help smoking , you know I am a heavy-smoker . What ’ s more , I forgot to polish my shoes . There is some dirt on it . "," You are so careless . You know they are the basic rules you should follow before you attend an interview . Do remember not to smoke any more , otherwise , you can ’ t find a job . " " You are so careless . You know they are the basic rules you should follow before you attend an interview . Do remember not to smoke any more , otherwise , you can ’ t find a job . "," Yes , I know . And next time I must make good preparations . " " Yes , I know . And next time I must make good preparations . ", Good luck next time . Good luck next time . , Thank you . "Now , Miss Childs passed on your resume to me and I ’ Ve had the chance to look it over and I must say I ’ m quite impressed . ", Thank you very much . I ’ Ve tried to keep it short and clear.If there ’ s any questions please feel free to ask me . Thank you very much . I ’ Ve tried to keep it short and clear.If there ’ s any questions please feel free to ask me . ," Well yes , I do have a number of questions , but perhaps first you could give me a brief overview I ’ d like to get a little bit of an idea of your background . " " Well yes , I do have a number of questions , but perhaps first you could give me a brief overview I ’ d like to get a little bit of an idea of your background . "," Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ’ m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around 16 . " " Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ’ m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around 16 . "," Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ? " " Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ? "," Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ’ Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business " " Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ’ Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business ", Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood . Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood . , Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ’ m really looking to settle down . Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ’ m really looking to settle down . ," I see . Okay , well let ’ s move on to discuss your education shall we ? " " I see . Okay , well let ’ s move on to discuss your education shall we ? ", Sure . "You went out on a date last night , didn't you ? "," Yes , I did , but Linda stood me up . She didn't keep the date for the first time . " " Yes , I did , but Linda stood me up . She didn't keep the date for the first time . ", How come ? How come ? , I don't know . I don't know . , Why don't you phone her for a date again ? Why don't you phone her for a date again ? ," I did phone her this morning , but she hung up on me . I think she is going to walk out on me . " " I did phone her this morning , but she hung up on me . I think she is going to walk out on me . "," Don't jump to conclusions . Look at the bright side , try to make another date again . " " Don't jump to conclusions . Look at the bright side , try to make another date again . ", I will . Thanks for your advice . Do you even know where this bus is supposed to go ? , It should take us all the way up to Altadena . It should take us all the way up to Altadena . , Don't you know ? Don't you know ? , I'm not positive if it does or not . I'm not positive if it does or not . ," Is this the right bus , or not ? " " Is this the right bus , or not ? "," I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one . " " I have never been on this bus , but I'm sure it's the right one . ", Where are we ? This is not Altadena . Where are we ? This is not Altadena . ," I know , and we've been on the bus forever . " " I know , and we've been on the bus forever . ", Tell me what the street signs say . Tell me what the street signs say . ," Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City . " " Oh my gosh , that one says Temple City . "," Next time , I'll look for the bus myself . " " Next time , I'll look for the bus myself . "," Well , now I know the bus that'll take us back . " "We've got a problem ... it looks like we'll need more spotlights on the exhibition booth . The client thinks it's too dark , and they want to add halogen lighting . We've already got 3 sets of track lighting from you guys , do you think you could help us out and throw in some halogens ? ", Oh ... Um ... I don't think so . you know the halogen lighting is much more expensive than your track lighting system . Plus I'm going to have to call in some guys to install it for you . That's not going to come cheap . Oh ... Um ... I don't think so . you know the halogen lighting is much more expensive than your track lighting system . Plus I'm going to have to call in some guys to install it for you . That's not going to come cheap . , But it would only be adding to the existing structure . We're not talking about anything new here ... But it would only be adding to the existing structure . We're not talking about anything new here ... ," It doesn't matter because we will still have to call the electrician out , and they are union labor . It'll cost you a pretty penny ... " " It doesn't matter because we will still have to call the electrician out , and they are union labor . It'll cost you a pretty penny ... ", How much do you think it would cost ? How much do you think it would cost ? ," Mumm , I estimate it'll run in the neighborhood of ... $ 500 per light . " " Mumm , I estimate it'll run in the neighborhood of ... $ 500 per light . ", $ 500per light ? ! That's ridiculous ! It can't possibly be that expansive ! $ 500per light ? ! That's ridiculous ! It can't possibly be that expansive ! ," It is , I'll tell you why . We'll have to call in the electrician , he's going to charge overtime now because it's already 5PM , and it will probably take him an hour a light . Plus , the halogen lights take more electricity , so your electrical cost is going to be higher as well . " " It is , I'll tell you why . We'll have to call in the electrician , he's going to charge overtime now because it's already 5PM , and it will probably take him an hour a light . Plus , the halogen lights take more electricity , so your electrical cost is going to be higher as well . "," Can't you give me a break on this ? We've already spent so much money on lighting , I hate to have to blow so much more on halogens . " " Can't you give me a break on this ? We've already spent so much money on lighting , I hate to have to blow so much more on halogens . "," No , that's the cost , and that's what it's going to cost us . We can't go in the hole with this . I am giving you my best price , so take it , or leave it . " Did you see May today ? ," Yes , but why does she have such a long face ? " " Yes , but why does she have such a long face ? ", I don't have the foggiest idea . I don't have the foggiest idea . , I thought she'd be happy . I thought she'd be happy . ," Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently . " " Yeah , especially since she got a promotion recently . ", I don't know . Maybe it ’ s some kind of personal problem . "Hi , why do you look so depressed today , Mike ? ", I had a terrible quarrel with my neighbor yesterday . I had a terrible quarrel with my neighbor yesterday . , How come ? How come ? ," It is a long story . Basically , she thought I had laughed at her while I didn't . " " It is a long story . Basically , she thought I had laughed at her while I didn't . ", I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ? I know everyone suffers when he is misunderstood . But why not take it easy ? , Yeah . It's so nice of you to comfort me . Does anyone need a drink ? , I'll take one . How's the cooler situation ? I'll take one . How's the cooler situation ? ," It's still stocked , and there's plenty of ice . Here you are-cheers ! " " It's still stocked , and there's plenty of ice . Here you are-cheers ! "," Cheers . You guys didn't drive , did you ? " " Cheers . You guys didn't drive , did you ? "," No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ? " " No , we walked . Why , do you need us to carry some stuff home later ? "," No , it's just that it's a holiday . With everyone out partying , there's a lot of drunk driving . " "Welcome to our show ! Today , I am going to show you how to make the perfect mouthwatering sandwich ! Are you ready ? Let ’ s get started ! "," Let ’ s start with the basics , bread . Bread is an important ingredient here . You need to remember one thing - choose the bread according to the following criteria , freshness , crumb and color . If you want a closed sandwich I recommend you first toast your bread in a toaster or oven , or grill it slightly until it gets a light brown color . " " Let ’ s start with the basics , bread . Bread is an important ingredient here . You need to remember one thing - choose the bread according to the following criteria , freshness , crumb and color . If you want a closed sandwich I recommend you first toast your bread in a toaster or oven , or grill it slightly until it gets a light brown color . "," Now that our bread is ready , let ’ s talk about the ingredients ! Of course , each person ’ s palate is different , but I ’ m going to give you a few tips that you ’ ll be able to use when turning any sandwich into the perfect sandwich . I would strongly recommend you put fresh vegetables in your sandwich . " " Now that our bread is ready , let ’ s talk about the ingredients ! Of course , each person ’ s palate is different , but I ’ m going to give you a few tips that you ’ ll be able to use when turning any sandwich into the perfect sandwich . I would strongly recommend you put fresh vegetables in your sandwich . "," Do not undervalue them as they play a big role in forming the taste and will make the sandwich more refreshing and light . The best choices here are evident — cucumbers , tomatoes , onions , sweet pepper or chilli , lettuce and , of course , herbs — you can ’ t go wrong with them . As for aubergines , mushrooms and asparagus , I would recommend you first grill them slightly with a little touch of olive oil . " " Do not undervalue them as they play a big role in forming the taste and will make the sandwich more refreshing and light . The best choices here are evident — cucumbers , tomatoes , onions , sweet pepper or chilli , lettuce and , of course , herbs — you can ’ t go wrong with them . As for aubergines , mushrooms and asparagus , I would recommend you first grill them slightly with a little touch of olive oil . "," Last but not least , we have a wide variety of condiments that we can add to our perfect sandwich . We can be subtle and just add a touch of salt and pepper , or we can combine mustard sauce , mayonnaise , ketchup or even caviar to achieve a stronger flavor ! It ’ s always a good idea to cut your sandwich in triangles or manageable pieces to avoid all your ingredients falling out and staining your shirt ! " " Last but not least , we have a wide variety of condiments that we can add to our perfect sandwich . We can be subtle and just add a touch of salt and pepper , or we can combine mustard sauce , mayonnaise , ketchup or even caviar to achieve a stronger flavor ! It ’ s always a good idea to cut your sandwich in triangles or manageable pieces to avoid all your ingredients falling out and staining your shirt ! "," That ’ s all the time we have for today , but join us next time where we ’ ll be going over how to make the perfect lasagna ! Till next time ! " Is Tom here ? , Speaking . "Can I help you , madam ? ", Yes . I'd like to choose a sweater for my son . Yes . I'd like to choose a sweater for my son . , I see . Do you have any ideas so far ? I see . Do you have any ideas so far ? , Not yet . Can you give me some suggestions ? Not yet . Can you give me some suggestions ? ," Sure , madam . But may l know how old he is ? " " Sure , madam . But may l know how old he is ? ", Thirteen . Thirteen . , And the height ? And the height ? , About 158cm . He likes to wear loose-fitting sweaters . About 158cm . He likes to wear loose-fitting sweaters . , I see . How about this one ? It's very fashionable and popular among teenagers . I see . How about this one ? It's very fashionable and popular among teenagers . , I don't think he'll like it . He prefers simple styles . I don't think he'll like it . He prefers simple styles . , How about this one then ? How about this one then ? ," The style is all right , but I'm not sure about the color . Let me think for a while . " "What are you doing , Victor ? ", I ’ m making a list of food and drinks . I ’ m making a list of food and drinks . , What for ? What for ? ," What for ? For the party , of course . " " What for ? For the party , of course . ", Party ? What party ? Party ? What party ? , We ’ re having a Valentine ’ s Day Party . We ’ re having a Valentine ’ s Day Party . ," Oh , I forget . Who ’ s invited ? " " Oh , I forget . Who ’ s invited ? ", We ’ Ve invited all our sophomore friends from school . We ’ Ve invited all our sophomore friends from school . , Can I help you get ready ? Can I help you get ready ? ," That ’ ll be a big help . Well , here ’ s a list of some of the food you could buy . " " That ’ ll be a big help . Well , here ’ s a list of some of the food you could buy . "," Ok , just leave it to me . I ’ ll take care of it . " " Ok , just leave it to me . I ’ ll take care of it . ", Thanks . See you at five . Don ’ t forget to bring your valentine . What's your little caper ? Come home so late ! We are all worried about you . ," Oh , I am terribly sorry . But I was so captivated with the singer at the subway exit . So I forgot the time . " " Oh , I am terribly sorry . But I was so captivated with the singer at the subway exit . So I forgot the time . "," Singing ? At the subway exit ? Oh , it sounds like someone needs some money . " " Singing ? At the subway exit ? Oh , it sounds like someone needs some money . "," Oh , no , the guy was a musician who just sang . He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs . Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor . He sang for appreciation , but not for money . " " Oh , no , the guy was a musician who just sang . He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs . Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor . He sang for appreciation , but not for money . "," It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it . " " It is just pop song , you could have sung there too if you want it . "," Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well . " " Oh , no , it was a kind of pop art . I like it but I couldn't do it that well . "," Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ? " " Honey , just do it next time . Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia ? "," No , but tell me some . I am interested . " " No , but tell me some . I am interested . ", Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition . Many oil painting exhibitions are there . That is a kind of Museum Exhibition . , Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ? Are there many people there ? Do you think people actually like them ? ," I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train . " " I am sure you will . There are some works , and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors . And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train . ", But I still prefer the pop music in the subway . But I still prefer the pop music in the subway . ," Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values . " " Both the pop music and the oil painting ate arts , but with different aesthetic values . "," Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ? " " Dad , you talk well , but can you appreciate that kind of art ? "," Not well enough , but I'm learning . " Whose handset sounds so beautiful ," Mine . It's My Heart Will Go On , the theme song of Titanic . Isn't it of strong character ? " " Mine . It's My Heart Will Go On , the theme song of Titanic . Isn't it of strong character ? ", Are you able to compose music ? Are you able to compose music ? ," No , not yet . " " No , not yet . ", Who composed it for your ? Who composed it for your ? , You needn't ask anyone . You can get on line to search for one . You needn't ask anyone . You can get on line to search for one . ," Can I get on line to search one , too ? " " Can I get on line to search one , too ? ", Yeah . Web sites provide many melodies for handsets like my ERICSSON . Yeah . Web sites provide many melodies for handsets like my ERICSSON . , What about my SIEMENS ? What about my SIEMENS ? , Numerous . It's time that everybody is particular about personality.Find one and change yours . "Whoa , look at all those ice cream choices ! "," Yes , that is a lot of choices . What is your favorite ? " " Yes , that is a lot of choices . What is your favorite ? ", I love anything with chocolate the best . I love anything with chocolate the best . , I like chocolate myself . I like chocolate myself . , Is there any kind of ice cream you don't like ? Is there any kind of ice cream you don't like ? , I really don't like any ice cream with nuts in it . I really don't like any ice cream with nuts in it . , I haven't ever cared for that myself . I haven't ever cared for that myself . , Have you ever had garlic ice cream ? Have you ever had garlic ice cream ? , That sounds absolutely disgusting ! That sounds absolutely disgusting ! ," It was . Let's stick with the regular choices today , though . " I had a job interview this morning . , Really ? How did it go ? Really ? How did it go ? ," Pretty well , I think . " "With tomorrow being Labor Day and all , I think it would be a nice gesture to let all the members of laboring staff leave work an hour early . What do you say ? "," What ! That sounds perfectly ridiculous ! Labour Day is a holiday for everyone , not just laboring staff ... and we get a whole day off tomorrow anyway , so what's the point of an extra hour tonight ? " " What ! That sounds perfectly ridiculous ! Labour Day is a holiday for everyone , not just laboring staff ... and we get a whole day off tomorrow anyway , so what's the point of an extra hour tonight ? "," Well , we all get Labour Day off as a holiday , the real purpose of the holiday is to remember all the people who do manual or other hard labor . It's to celebrate those who work doing what other people might not be willing to do . I think we ought to do something in honor of the common worker . " " Well , we all get Labour Day off as a holiday , the real purpose of the holiday is to remember all the people who do manual or other hard labor . It's to celebrate those who work doing what other people might not be willing to do . I think we ought to do something in honor of the common worker . "," So if we did allow the laboring force to go home early , how many people are we talking about ? " " So if we did allow the laboring force to go home early , how many people are we talking about ? "," In our company , the loborial force makes up 60 % of our workers . We'd just be letting slightly over half the folks out a little early . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ m looking for a pair of trousers . " " Yes , I ’ m looking for a pair of trousers . ", What size are you ? What size are you ? , I ’ m a large . I ’ m a large . ," Ok , try these on in the changing rooms . " What can I do for you ? , I want my hair cut . I want my hair cut . , How would you like your hair cut ? How would you like your hair cut ? , I'm not sure . What do you suggest ? I'm not sure . What do you suggest ? ," Well , how about like this ? " " Well , how about like this ? ", I don't like it . It's outdated . I don't like it . It's outdated . , Okay . How about this style ? Okay . How about this style ? , It seems a little too wild . It seems a little too wild . , Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ? Can you give me some idea of what you'd like ? , I want a haircut just like that kind . I want a haircut just like that kind . ," OK , I see . " "Hi Kara , it's Mike here . "," Hi Mike , how are you doing ? " " Hi Mike , how are you doing ? "," I'm doing well , and you ? " " I'm doing well , and you ? ", Everything is going great . Everything is going great . ," Kara , would you be interested in going to dinner again this Friday ? " " Kara , would you be interested in going to dinner again this Friday ? "," Mike , I had a good time too , but I am getting ready to move back to the east coast , so I think I shouldn't get too involved right now . " " Mike , I had a good time too , but I am getting ready to move back to the east coast , so I think I shouldn't get too involved right now . "," Well , we could just go out as friends . " " Well , we could just go out as friends . "," Right now , I think I need to really focus on matters at home , but thanks for a nice evening . " "Can I help you , sir ? "," Hello , may I make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon ? " " Hello , may I make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon ? ", I'm sorry . All the appointments are filled . I'm sorry . All the appointments are filled . ," Oh , what a pity . I'd like to see the doctor as soon as possible . I have a sharp pain in my chest . " " Oh , what a pity . I'd like to see the doctor as soon as possible . I have a sharp pain in my chest . ", Let me see ... Perhaps I could fit you in at five thirty . Let me see ... Perhaps I could fit you in at five thirty . , Five thirty ? I have a dinner appointment at six . Five thirty ? I have a dinner appointment at six . ," What about tomorrow morning , then ? " " What about tomorrow morning , then ? ", No . I can't wait . I feel awful . The dinner appointment has to be canceled . No . I can't wait . I feel awful . The dinner appointment has to be canceled . , I guess it can't be helped . I guess it can't be helped . , You are right . Did you say 5:30 ? I'll make a note of it . Fine . You are right . Did you say 5:30 ? I'll make a note of it . Fine . ," All right , then . See you this afternoon . " " All right , then . See you this afternoon . ", How kind of you ! Good-bye . What kind of place shall we rent ? ," It should be close to the university . Neither of us are good at getting up in the mornings and closer it is , the later we can get up . " " It should be close to the university . Neither of us are good at getting up in the mornings and closer it is , the later we can get up . ", Absolutely . That's the most important thing to take into consideration . I'm not too worried about the size of the flat . Absolutely . That's the most important thing to take into consideration . I'm not too worried about the size of the flat . ," Neither am I . So a small place is ok , but we'll get a bigger one if it's not expensive . Do you mind if it's in a noisy area ? " " Neither am I . So a small place is ok , but we'll get a bigger one if it's not expensive . Do you mind if it's in a noisy area ? "," I don't mind . i'm not a light sleeper , but quieter is better for when we have to study at home . " " I don't mind . i'm not a light sleeper , but quieter is better for when we have to study at home . "," Good point . Ok , let's go to the estate agent and see what they can offer us . " " Good point . Ok , let's go to the estate agent and see what they can offer us . "," Yes , if we're lucky we'll find something in the next few days . I think you had a good idea to start flat hunting early . " " Yes , if we're lucky we'll find something in the next few days . I think you had a good idea to start flat hunting early . ", How much do you think the rent will be ? How much do you think the rent will be ? , I asked a few people who are already living in places near the university and they said it would cost about one hundred pounds a month . "Say , what's your favorite sport ? ", Mmmm ... it's hard to say . I like golf a lot-but I guess I like tennis better . Mmmm ... it's hard to say . I like golf a lot-but I guess I like tennis better . , Do you play much tennis ? Do you play much tennis ? ," Yes , quite a bit . How about a game sometime ? " " Yes , quite a bit . How about a game sometime ? "," Sorry . I'm strictly a spectator-football , baseball , basketball , golf ... I watch them all . " How much is this ? , You mean the large one or the small one ? You mean the large one or the small one ? , The large one . The large one . , They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars . They're on special this week . They've been reduced to five dollars . , Is this the only kind you have ? Is this the only kind you have ? , No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ? No . We have some that are different in style but not in color . They're over there . Do you see the sign ? ," Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide . " " Oh , yes . I think I'll look at those over there before I decide . ", Very well . Just take your time . Would you honor us with a visit ? , I'd love to . Thanks . I'd love to . Thanks . , When will you be convenient ? When will you be convenient ? , Any time will suit me . Any time will suit me . , Are you doing anything tomorrow ? Are you doing anything tomorrow ? , I'm free tomorrow . I'm free tomorrow . ," I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ? " " I'll pick you up at about nine o'clock , will it do ? "," All right , see you then . " I haven't seen Bill lately . How is he ? , He's still pretty sick . He's still pretty sick . , That's too bad . What does he have ? That's too bad . What does he have ? ," We don't know , but he's going to the doctor tomorrow . " " We don't know , but he's going to the doctor tomorrow . ", Let me know if there's anything I can do . Let me know if there's anything I can do . , Thanks a lot . I'll tell him . "Hello , Madam . Are you alright ? "," I'm here to pay my telephone bill . I usually go to the post office , but I was told that I could take care of it here . Is that right ? " " I'm here to pay my telephone bill . I usually go to the post office , but I was told that I could take care of it here . Is that right ? "," Yes , that's correct , Madam . You don't need to go to a counter at all , you can use one of our ATM machines . I'll be more than happy to help you . " " Yes , that's correct , Madam . You don't need to go to a counter at all , you can use one of our ATM machines . I'll be more than happy to help you . "," I don't usually like to use Atms , I like dealing with a real person , you see . " " I don't usually like to use Atms , I like dealing with a real person , you see . "," I know it does seem a little daunting , but once you get used to it , it will save you a lot of time and trouble . " "Hello ! I'm Penny , I moved here just now . "," Oh , Penny , I'm Leonard , glad to meet you . " " Oh , Penny , I'm Leonard , glad to meet you . "," Nice to meet you , too . I thought I should come and say hello to you . I haven't known anybody . " " Nice to meet you , too . I thought I should come and say hello to you . I haven't known anybody . "," It is hard to get used to a new place , isn't it ? " " It is hard to get used to a new place , isn't it ? ", Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family . Yes . Would you like to come here later to have a coffee ? Bring all your family . , We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ? We'd like to . Can you tell me when we go ? , About 4 . About 4 . , OK . Do you want us to bring something ? OK . Do you want us to bring something ? ," No , just come here . " " No , just come here . "," OK , see you later . " " OK , see you later . ", Bye . "I wonder what he looks like . Oh , I can't wait to see him ! His email said he'd be wearing a white hat . ( looking around for him ) oh , there he is . "," hey , Isabelle ... " " hey , Isabelle ... ", Logan ! Why on earth are you hiding here ? White hat ! Come on ! Don't tell me you're the guy ! It can't be true . Logan ! Why on earth are you hiding here ? White hat ! Come on ! Don't tell me you're the guy ! It can't be true . ," yes , I am the guy . " " yes , I am the guy . ", what a bummer ! You set me up ? what a bummer ! You set me up ? , let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ... let me explain . I didn't mean to hurt you ... , how dare you ! how dare you ! ," hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella ! " " hang on a second . Hear me out , just this once , Isabella ! ", why did you lie to me in the email ? why did you lie to me in the email ? , I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name . I didn't lie . You just didn't ask me my real name . , I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me . I should have known it was you . No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly . I thought I might have found the one for me . ," I'm sorry . It was cruel of me . But I promise it will never happen again ? Look , there's a nice restaurant . Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over . " I hear Yolanda has been studying every night this week for the exam . ," That's good , but I think it's too late . She hasn't studied all semester , and I doubt she can catch up in one week . " "Mom , is there anything in the fridge I can eat before dinner ? ", There's some leftover pizza from last night . There's some leftover pizza from last night . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Um , I think there may be some leftover lasagna from the other day . " " Um , I think there may be some leftover lasagna from the other day . ", Do I have any other choices ? Do I have any other choices ? , There might be some birthday cake left in the freezer . There might be some birthday cake left in the freezer . , Is everything in the fridge leftovers ? I hate leftovers ! Is everything in the fridge leftovers ? I hate leftovers ! , You can wash the vegetables and cut the chicken and I'll make dinner ! "Mom , look , that cake looks delicious . My mouth is watering . "," OK , boy . I will buy it for you . " "I'm ready to place an order with you , but only one condition that the goods are confined to Australia . Can you do that ? "," Well , I haven't made such arrangements with the factory yet . So I'd like to make sure if it is acceptable to the factory before making a commitment to you . " " Well , I haven't made such arrangements with the factory yet . So I'd like to make sure if it is acceptable to the factory before making a commitment to you . "," All right , but I'm busy . How long will it be before you can finish the talk ? " " All right , but I'm busy . How long will it be before you can finish the talk ? "," I won't be too long , I suppose . Just let me ring them , will you ? " " I won't be too long , I suppose . Just let me ring them , will you ? ", Go ahead . Go ahead . , Thank you . "Excuse me , is this the right counter for express mail ? "," Yes , it is . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , it is . What can I do for you ? ", I want to send some important documents to Canada for my postgraduate admission . I want to send some important documents to Canada for my postgraduate admission . ," Are they urgent , please ? " " Are they urgent , please ? "," Yes , the deadline for applying is 1st Feb , so I hope they will arrive in 3 days . " " Yes , the deadline for applying is 1st Feb , so I hope they will arrive in 3 days . "," Well , DHL is famous for its speed and reliability . It is the fastest international postal service available . The document will arrive in two or three days . " " Well , DHL is famous for its speed and reliability . It is the fastest international postal service available . The document will arrive in two or three days . ", Really ? But can you guarantee the safety ? Really ? But can you guarantee the safety ? ," Yes , I promise . Your document won't be broken or lost . All the items are handled by special staff and carried by a courier . It is reliable . " " Yes , I promise . Your document won't be broken or lost . All the items are handled by special staff and carried by a courier . It is reliable . ", OK . I will send them now . OK . I will send them now . , Please write the address and remittee on the express order and make sure there is no mistake on them . Please write the address and remittee on the express order and make sure there is no mistake on them . , All right . Here you are . All right . Here you are . , This is your receipt which you have to keep until the remittee receives the express . You can also check your post on our web . The post number is on the top of the receipt . This is your receipt which you have to keep until the remittee receives the express . You can also check your post on our web . The post number is on the top of the receipt . , Thank you . I have got quite clear idea of it . Bruno's . ," Hi , I'm calling from Nika Corporation . We would like to hold a business lunch at the restaurant . " " Hi , I'm calling from Nika Corporation . We would like to hold a business lunch at the restaurant . "," Oh , certainly . I'm Linda , the Manager . I can help you with that . How many will there be in your party ? " " Oh , certainly . I'm Linda , the Manager . I can help you with that . How many will there be in your party ? ", There will be about 18 people . There will be about 18 people . ," Okay . For a party that size , we have a separate banquet room in the back . " " Okay . For a party that size , we have a separate banquet room in the back . ", Is there an extra charge to reserve the room ? Is there an extra charge to reserve the room ? ," No , as long as you can guarantee at least 15 guests , there is no extra charge . " " No , as long as you can guarantee at least 15 guests , there is no extra charge . "," That's great . I'd like to go ahead and reserve the room , then , for Friday , December 2 , at around noon . This is a retirement party and we'd like to bring a cake for the guest of honor and some bottles of champagne . Will that be acceptable ? " " That's great . I'd like to go ahead and reserve the room , then , for Friday , December 2 , at around noon . This is a retirement party and we'd like to bring a cake for the guest of honor and some bottles of champagne . Will that be acceptable ? "," The cake is no problem at all , but we do charge a corkage fee of $ 15 a bottle for any alcohol not purchased from the restaurant . " " The cake is no problem at all , but we do charge a corkage fee of $ 15 a bottle for any alcohol not purchased from the restaurant . "," Oh , that's fine . " " Oh , that's fine . ", Great . I have the banquet room reserved for a lunch on for Nika Corporation on the 2nd of December . May I have your name and contact information ? Great . I have the banquet room reserved for a lunch on for Nika Corporation on the 2nd of December . May I have your name and contact information ? ," Sure . I'm J McQuillin and my number is 323-555-6840 , extension 42 . " " Sure . I'm J McQuillin and my number is 323-555-6840 , extension 42 . "," Thanks , Mr . McQuillin . I'll give you a call a week in advance to confirm the arrangements . " " Thanks , Mr . McQuillin . I'll give you a call a week in advance to confirm the arrangements . ", Sounds good . Thanks for your help . Sounds good . Thanks for your help . , Thank you for choosing Bruno's . We look forward to seeing you on the 2nd . "John , I'd like to see you in my office for a minute . "," Yes , sir , I'll be there in just a moment . " " Yes , sir , I'll be there in just a moment . "," John , I have been watching you . I've been paying attention to you over the last quarter and I'm impressed . You've done a tremendous job in tackling some difficult accounts . I just want to let you to know , after this month's performance reviews , I'm recommending you for promotion . " " John , I have been watching you . I've been paying attention to you over the last quarter and I'm impressed . You've done a tremendous job in tackling some difficult accounts . I just want to let you to know , after this month's performance reviews , I'm recommending you for promotion . "," Gosh sir , thank you , sir ! I had no idea there were any positions opening up in our department . " " Gosh sir , thank you , sir ! I had no idea there were any positions opening up in our department . "," Well , it's not going to be in our department . I've recommended you for an interdepartmental transfer . There's supervisory spot opening up in financial . I'm turning your name in for it . " " Well , it's not going to be in our department . I've recommended you for an interdepartmental transfer . There's supervisory spot opening up in financial . I'm turning your name in for it . "," Management ? Wow , I had no idea I could move so quickly from entry level to managerial staff . " " Management ? Wow , I had no idea I could move so quickly from entry level to managerial staff . ", You've earned it . I beg your pardon for being late . , Better late than never . Better late than never . ," So sorry , I don't mean to be . " " So sorry , I don't mean to be . ", That's perfectly all right . That's perfectly all right . , Thanks for your forgiving . Thanks for your forgiving . , It's really of nothing . It's really of nothing . , I'll work hard . I'll work hard . , That's quite all right . How long have you been in America ? , For more than five years . For more than five years . , Do you think it's easy for a Chinese to get accustomed to the western culture ? Do you think it's easy for a Chinese to get accustomed to the western culture ? , It's no picnic . One thing I love our boss for is that he always knows when to give you a pay raise without being asked for . , Really ? How can he be so sure about the timing ? Really ? How can he be so sure about the timing ? , He just knows either by your excellent performance at work or by the annual review . He just knows either by your excellent performance at work or by the annual review . , Well . This must save lots of employees from worrying about how to write a salary increase letter . You know how tough it is . Do all the employees receive the same pay increase annually ? Well . This must save lots of employees from worrying about how to write a salary increase letter . You know how tough it is . Do all the employees receive the same pay increase annually ? , Actually not ! Our company pays for performance . Actually not ! Our company pays for performance . , I like this system . It will encourage the best employees and motivate those who want to make a change at work . Is this the right bus for the Grand Hotel ? ," Oh , no.You should take the No . 14 tram . " " Oh , no.You should take the No . 14 tram . ", Where can I take it ? Where can I take it ? , Two blocks down the street . "Good afternoon , Ma ’ am , My name is Mike and I am selling subscriptions to all sorts of periodicals . "," No , thank you , I am not interested . " " No , thank you , I am not interested . "," Please ma ’ am , if you could spare five minutes of your time , I am sure we could find something that interests you ! " " Please ma ’ am , if you could spare five minutes of your time , I am sure we could find something that interests you ! "," I wish I could , but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me . " " I wish I could , but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me . "," We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world ! " " We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking ! This one for example , is a bi monthly publication with recipes from all over the world ! "," Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ? " " Wow , that would be kind of useful , do you have any other cooking magazines ? "," Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas ! " " Sure do ! This one is a quarterly publication , but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas ! "," Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications . " " Wow , this is nice ! Ok , sign me up for both publications . "," You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters ! " " You mentioned you have a dog , most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care , pet shops and even pet sitters ! ", That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ? That is exactly what I needed ! What else do you have ? ," Well , I also have ... " My God ! Why did you bring me here ? I hate the taste of coffee . , Really ? I have a weakness for coffee . Can't you delay your return a little bit ? ," No , I can't . I've really got important business . " " No , I can't . I've really got important business . "," Keep in touch then , OK ? " " Keep in touch then , OK ? ", OK . Is there anything available for tonight ? , There are some seats in the rear mezzanine . There are some seats in the rear mezzanine . , Isn't there anything else available ? Isn't there anything else available ? ," No , the show is almost sold out . " "May , I saw a beautiful cotton down coat in the shopping mail . ", Are you kidding ? It ’ s summer . Is there anything that you are interested in ? , Yes . Is this your new product this year ? Yes . Is this your new product this year ? , Yes . It's a prototype of our new product . It has got more advantages than the second did . Yes . It's a prototype of our new product . It has got more advantages than the second did . , When is the product going to be on the market ? When is the product going to be on the market ? , It will be released next month . It will be released next month . , So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages . So soon ? It seems to be in the early stages . , We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold . We have developed new technology about it . And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold . ," Well , it's sounding good ! I'm looking forward to that . " To which gate do I need to go to catch connecting flight 101 to New York City ? , Go to gate 18 . The plane is now boarding . You must hurry . Go to gate 18 . The plane is now boarding . You must hurry . , Show me the fastest way to get there . Show me the fastest way to get there . ," Instead of walking , you can take this shuttle to get you there faster . " " Instead of walking , you can take this shuttle to get you there faster . ", Do you think the plane will leave without me ? Do you think the plane will leave without me ? ," No , I ’ ll call the attendants at the gate . I will tell them you ’ re on your way . " " No , I ’ ll call the attendants at the gate . I will tell them you ’ re on your way . ", Thank you so much . I would really appreciate that . Thank you so much . I would really appreciate that . , You are welcome . Have a safe trip . What ’ s your major weak point ? ," I haven ’ t been involved in international business , so I don ’ t have any experience . " " I haven ’ t been involved in international business , so I don ’ t have any experience . ", What are you greatest strength ? What are you greatest strength ? ," Honest , hardworking and responsible . " " Honest , hardworking and responsible . ", Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ? Does your present employer know you are looking for another job ? ," No , I haven ’ t discussed my career plan with my present employer , but I am sure he will understand . " She is kind of player who never hides how she's feeling . Once look at her and you know if she's winning or losing . , She wears her heart on her sleeve . Don ’ t throw your weight around . I can ’ t bear you any more . , I dare you to say that again . I'd like to have a berth ticket to Shanghai . , Which train do you want ? Which train do you want ? , The 19:00 train . The 19:00 train . , Sorry . There aren't any tickets available for the 19:00 train . Sorry . There aren't any tickets available for the 19:00 train . , When is the next train to Shanghai ? When is the next train to Shanghai ? , The next train will leave at 20 : O5 . The next train will leave at 20 : O5 . , How much is the ticket ? How much is the ticket ? , 180 yuan . 180 yuan . , Here is 200 yuan . Here is 200 yuan . , Here are your ticket and change . "Hi , may I speak to Ryan , please ? ", This is Ryan you are speaking with . What can I do for you ? This is Ryan you are speaking with . What can I do for you ? ," Hi , Ryan , this is Malia , and I will not be coming to work today . " " Hi , Ryan , this is Malia , and I will not be coming to work today . ", What is wrong with you ? What is wrong with you ? , I have really bad poison oak and can ’ t stop itching . I have really bad poison oak and can ’ t stop itching . , How long have you had it ? How long have you had it ? ," I ’ Ve had it a few days , but the rash really got bad last night . " " I ’ Ve had it a few days , but the rash really got bad last night . ", How have you been treating it ? How have you been treating it ? ," I have some lotion that the doctor gave me , as well as an antihistamine . " " I have some lotion that the doctor gave me , as well as an antihistamine . ", That should work . I ’ ll see you tomorrow when you return to work . "Shall I punch out for you , Ross ? I am leaving now . "," No , thanks . I have got to work overtime . " " No , thanks . I have got to work overtime . "," But today is Friday . You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening , are you ? " " But today is Friday . You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening , are you ? "," Well , I am . I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting . Is Tom coming to pick you up ? " " Well , I am . I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting . Is Tom coming to pick you up ? ", No . We ’ ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa . No . We ’ ll meet at my house . He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa . , That's nice . Where is his villa ? That's nice . Where is his villa ? ," It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself . " " It's not his villa , but his father's . I think it's somewhere in Florida . I am not sure myself . ", Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy . Sometimes I envy you a lot . Tom is a good guy . , Come on . You just haven ’ t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life . Come on . You just haven ’ t met the right person and I think that you work too much . You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life . ," I know , but I am a work maniac . " " I know , but I am a work maniac . "," Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now . " " Well , suit yourself . I've got to run now . ", Have a nice weekend . Have a nice weekend . ," You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back . " " You too . Oh , I forgot to tell you one thing . A girl called this afternoon . She said she was your ex-girlfriend . She wanted you to call her back . ", Did she mention anything else ? Did she mention anything else ? ," No , nothing else . See you Monday . " " No , nothing else . See you Monday . ", See you . I've just got a new printer . How often do I need to replace the print heads ? ," Well , under normal conditions each head lasts about 5 000 copies or so . It depends on the user , but about once a month is average . " " Well , under normal conditions each head lasts about 5 000 copies or so . It depends on the user , but about once a month is average . "," So if I don't print out very much , it could last a lot longer ? " " So if I don't print out very much , it could last a lot longer ? ", That's right . It could last six months or more . This model's designed for heavy use . Don't worry - you'll get an error message telling you when to change the head . Thank you so much for interviewing me this evening . ," Happy to meet with you . Now , do you prefer group projects ? " " Happy to meet with you . Now , do you prefer group projects ? ", I like to work alone on some things and then bring those things to the group . I like to work alone on some things and then bring those things to the group . , Do you value a steady job more or one that offers a chance to move ahead ? Do you value a steady job more or one that offers a chance to move ahead ? , I want to grow in my job and move ahead . I want to grow in my job and move ahead . ," Could you work for us in another state , if need be ? " " Could you work for us in another state , if need be ? ", I need to stay in the area because of my family . I need to stay in the area because of my family . , How much do you need to make per year ? How much do you need to make per year ? ," 75,000 per year . " " 75,000 per year . ", Yikes ! Thanks for your interest in this job . We ’ ll be getting back to you . Excuse me . I would like to book a table at 13:00 . ," Sure , for how many ? " " Sure , for how many ? "," Three seats , please . " " Three seats , please . ", May I have your name ? "Annie , do you like shopping online ? "," Yes , I like it , because it's convenient . " " Yes , I like it , because it's convenient . "," Last week , I tried to buy a new cellphone online , but I didn't know how to pay for it . " " Last week , I tried to buy a new cellphone online , but I didn't know how to pay for it . "," First , you should open an account at the online bank . After that , you can buy anything you want online . " " First , you should open an account at the online bank . After that , you can buy anything you want online . ", Are there many things online ? Are there many things online ? , Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let's check it out online ! ( They log in a shopping website . ) Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let's check it out online ! ( They log in a shopping website . ) ," That's amazing . Oh , an on line virtual supermarket ? " " That's amazing . Oh , an on line virtual supermarket ? ", Let's click to check it out . Let's click to check it out . ," Oh , I got it . It simulates the real supermarket , which makes it feel so real . Mom will love it . She loves shopping in supermarkets . " "Say , how about having Chinese food for a change ? ", Great idea ! I like authentic Chinese food . Great idea ! I like authentic Chinese food . , Let's see what we'll take . Let's see what we'll take . ," Pork steamed with rice flour , jelly fish and egg soup . " " Pork steamed with rice flour , jelly fish and egg soup . ", That's it ! Good afternoon . It's a pleasure to see you again ! What can we do for you today ? ," I've come in to give you the documents under the L / C we opened , the new one . This lot are from Singapore , a new customer . " " I've come in to give you the documents under the L / C we opened , the new one . This lot are from Singapore , a new customer . ", Have you had a chance to go through them yet ? Have you had a chance to go through them yet ? ," Yes , with a fine toothed comb , as usual . Everything seems fine , except for one thing . The description of the items we are purchasing is a little different from what we expected . " " Yes , with a fine toothed comb , as usual . Everything seems fine , except for one thing . The description of the items we are purchasing is a little different from what we expected . ", Is it a big difference ? Is it a big difference ? ," Not really , perhaps just a translation problem , that's all . Anyway , we've agreed to accept it . " "Dear , time is up , let ’ s go there now . ", Just a minute . I ’ m putting on my clothes . Just a minute . I ’ m putting on my clothes . , Have you taken the key to the door ? Have you taken the key to the door ? ," Yes . Oh , dear , I can ’ t find my hairbrushes . Can you help me ? " " Yes . Oh , dear , I can ’ t find my hairbrushes . Can you help me ? ", Where have you put it ? Where have you put it ? , I put it in the dressing room . I put it in the dressing room . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Yes , quite sure . " " Yes , quite sure . "," Then , have you looked downstairs ? " " Then , have you looked downstairs ? "," Yes , I ’ Ve looked everywhere downstairs . " " Yes , I ’ Ve looked everywhere downstairs . "," Look , dear . It ’ s over there . " " Look , dear . It ’ s over there . ", Where ? Where ? , On the floor . "I received an eviction notice from you , and I don ’ t understand what it means . "," Well , you are behind in your rent ; it ’ s a 30 - day notice to vacate . " " Well , you are behind in your rent ; it ’ s a 30 - day notice to vacate . ", You can ’ t make me move just for being late with my rent . You can ’ t make me move just for being late with my rent . , You have been late with your rent several times now . I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself . You have been late with your rent several times now . I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself . , Are you throwing me out ? Are you throwing me out ? , This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ’ t make good on your rent . This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don ’ t make good on your rent . ," If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ? " " If I catch up on my rent , can I stay ? "," You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter . " " You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up . Otherwise , I will find another renter . ", I will go get the money right now . I will go get the money right now . , Thank you . Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier ’ s check . Are you sure it was him ? , I used to date him . Of course it was him . I used to date him . Of course it was him . , You're a nurse at New York General Hospital ? You're a nurse at New York General Hospital ? ," Yes , on the cancer ward . And Taylor was there . He walked right by me and didn't even see me . " " Yes , on the cancer ward . And Taylor was there . He walked right by me and didn't even see me . ", Maybe he was just visiting someone . Maybe he was just visiting someone . ," But you saw how skinny and pale he looks . He has "" cancer patient "" written all over his face . " I want to make a reservation under the name of William Smith . ," OK , Mr . Smith . When will you arrive ? " " OK , Mr . Smith . When will you arrive ? ", Around 12:00 . Around 12:00 . , Party of two ? Party of two ? ," No , we have five persons . " " No , we have five persons . "," All right , Mr . Smith . I will arrange a table for 5 at 12:00 for you . " " All right , Mr . Smith . I will arrange a table for 5 at 12:00 for you . ", Thank you . What's wrong with you ? , My head hurts badly . My head hurts badly . , How long has it been like this ? How long has it been like this ? , Since last night . Since last night . , Do you have a sleeping problem ? Do you have a sleeping problem ? ," Yes , I even can't fall asleep these days . " " Yes , I even can't fall asleep these days . "," I think you'd better have a further exam , and before the result comes out , try to relax yourself and take the medicine before you sleep . It will help you to kill the pain and make you sleep well . " " I think you'd better have a further exam , and before the result comes out , try to relax yourself and take the medicine before you sleep . It will help you to kill the pain and make you sleep well . "," Is it serious , Doctor ? " " Is it serious , Doctor ? "," When the result comes out , I will tell you about it . Remember , never be afraid or be too tired . " " When the result comes out , I will tell you about it . Remember , never be afraid or be too tired . "," OK , thank you , Doctor . " Look ! There are playing The Matrix today . ," You are right , look at the crowd . Do you think we will be able to get tickets ? " " You are right , look at the crowd . Do you think we will be able to get tickets ? "," I don't know . If we can't , we can buy from ticket scalpers . " " I don't know . If we can't , we can buy from ticket scalpers . ", No way . I'd rather go to another movie house . No way . I'd rather go to another movie house . ," Come on . We are already here . Besides , I really wanna see this picture . " " Come on . We are already here . Besides , I really wanna see this picture . ", All right . Let's see when the next movie is playing ? All right . Let's see when the next movie is playing ? , Seven thirty . There is only 10 minutes left and look at the long line ! Seven thirty . There is only 10 minutes left and look at the long line ! , Shall we take a chance ? Shall we take a chance ? ," Yeah , let's do so . " " Yeah , let's do so . ", It's moving so slow . It's moving so slow . , What can you expect with this crowd ? I am praying that no one will cut in the line . What can you expect with this crowd ? I am praying that no one will cut in the line . , I don't think anyone will . I don't think anyone will . , I hope not . We are getting closer .. two more ... one more ... it's our turn . What do you need today ? , I need to take a few classes . I need to take a few classes . , What kind of classes would you like to take ? What kind of classes would you like to take ? , How about a driver's course ? How about a driver's course ? ," Okay , you're going to need to make an appointment . " " Okay , you're going to need to make an appointment . ", I don't understand why I need to make an appointment . I don't understand why I need to make an appointment . , You need to make one to come down and fill out your paperwork . You need to make one to come down and fill out your paperwork . , I'd like to make one now if I could . I'd like to make one now if I could . , Sure you can ; when would you like to come in ? Sure you can ; when would you like to come in ? , I'd like to come in tomorrow morning at 9 I'd like to come in tomorrow morning at 9 , That'll be fine . That'll be fine . , That's great . Thank you very much . How do you get paid ? If you don't mind my asking . ," Not cash . But if our launch goes well , my stock options will pay off , big time . " " Not cash . But if our launch goes well , my stock options will pay off , big time . "," And in the meantime , how do you pay the rent ? " " And in the meantime , how do you pay the rent ? ", I don't have to worry about rent . I live right here . I don't have to worry about rent . I live right here . , What ? In your cubicle ? What ? In your cubicle ? , Right here . Me and my PC . Home sweet home . so ... what kind of things do you do in your free time ? , I'm really into watching foreign films . what about you ? I'm really into watching foreign films . what about you ? , I like to do just about anything outdoors . Do you enjoy camping ? I like to do just about anything outdoors . Do you enjoy camping ? ," camping for an evening is ok , but I couldn't do it for much longer than one night ! " " camping for an evening is ok , but I couldn't do it for much longer than one night ! ", have you ever been camping in the Boundary Waters ? have you ever been camping in the Boundary Waters ? ," no , but I've always wanted to do that . I've heard it's a beautiful place to go . " " no , but I've always wanted to do that . I've heard it's a beautiful place to go . ", it's fantastic . My family and I are very fond of the place . it's fantastic . My family and I are very fond of the place . , do you have any photos of any of your camping trips there ? do you have any photos of any of your camping trips there ? ," sure , would you like to see them ? " " sure , would you like to see them ? ", that'd be great . What kind of camera do you have ? that'd be great . What kind of camera do you have ? , I have a Canon SLR . I have a Canon SLR . ," so , you must be pretty interested in photography then . " " so , you must be pretty interested in photography then . ", I'd call it one of my hobbies . Do you know much about photography ? I'd call it one of my hobbies . Do you know much about photography ? ," actually , I do . I took quite a few photography classes at University . " " actually , I do . I took quite a few photography classes at University . ", have you heard about the photography exhibit that's going on at the art gallery this weekend ? have you heard about the photography exhibit that's going on at the art gallery this weekend ? ," yes , I was planning on going . Are you ? " " yes , I was planning on going . Are you ? "," yes.In fact , maybe we could go together . " " yes.In fact , maybe we could go together . ", that'd be great . what time should I meet you there ? that'd be great . what time should I meet you there ? , how about at 11:00 ? how about at 11:00 ? , sounds great . see you then . What ’ s “ pi ” ? ," That ’ s the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter , I think . " " That ’ s the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter , I think . ", I see . What is that ratio exactly ? I see . What is that ratio exactly ? ," It ’ s approximately 3.14 , but the number continues forever . What ’ s the diameter of your circle ? " " It ’ s approximately 3.14 , but the number continues forever . What ’ s the diameter of your circle ? "," It ’ s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31.4 centimeters . " " It ’ s 10 centimeters , so the circumference should be 31.4 centimeters . ", Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ’ s the exchange rate at the moment ? Ok . My next problem is to convert 10000 british pounds into us dollars . What ’ s the exchange rate at the moment ? ," According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1.85 dollars to the pound . " " According to the newspaper , the exchange rate is 1.85 dollars to the pound . ", That means that 10.000 pounds will buy me 18.500 dollars . That means that 10.000 pounds will buy me 18.500 dollars . , What ’ s the next question . What ’ s the next question . , Fractions . What ’ s a quarter and an eighth ? That ’ s three-eights . Easy . The next question is “ what are prime numbers ? ” . Fractions . What ’ s a quarter and an eighth ? That ’ s three-eights . Easy . The next question is “ what are prime numbers ? ” . ," I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together . " " I can help you there . Those are numbers that cannot be created by multiplying two whole numbers , apart from the number itself and 1 , together . "," So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ’ t because 2 * 2 = 4 . " " So , 1,2 and 3 are prime numbers , but 4 isn ’ t because 2 * 2 = 4 . ", Exactly . Anything else ? Exactly . Anything else ? , How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether . How many seconds in an hour ? 60 seconds multiplied by 60 minutes equals 3600 seconds altogether . , You ’ ll be a mathematician one day . "OK , I just want to brief you all on the travel market in Taiwan . To start with , generally speaking , the travel industry in Taiwan focuses mainly on tours . This segment of the industry is well developed . "," Sorry to interrupt , Doris , but can you tell me more about these tour groups , what kind of things they enjoy , and so on ? " " Sorry to interrupt , Doris , but can you tell me more about these tour groups , what kind of things they enjoy , and so on ? "," Yes , of course . Most of the time , when they travel , they prefer to do so in large groups accompanied by a guide , who usually takes care of everything , for instance , choosing the restaurants , the itinerary , the mode of transport , and things like that . Another thing is that most travelers to the UK tend to be middle aged , around 40 to 50 or so . This age group is less adventurous ; they like good hotels , and have money to spend . They kind of prefer to stay in the cities where they feel safer . They are not into mountain climbing in Wales or anything . " " Yes , of course . Most of the time , when they travel , they prefer to do so in large groups accompanied by a guide , who usually takes care of everything , for instance , choosing the restaurants , the itinerary , the mode of transport , and things like that . Another thing is that most travelers to the UK tend to be middle aged , around 40 to 50 or so . This age group is less adventurous ; they like good hotels , and have money to spend . They kind of prefer to stay in the cities where they feel safer . They are not into mountain climbing in Wales or anything . "," I don ’ t mean to interrupt , but can you tell me what plans you have for growing the youth market ? " " I don ’ t mean to interrupt , but can you tell me what plans you have for growing the youth market ? "," Just a moment . I'll tell you about that in a minute . Where was I ? Oh yes . By way of illustration , let ’ s look at the top five destinations in the UK for this kind of traveler over the last five years . If you look at page ten you can see what I mean . In spite of these characteristics of the market , I still think there is room for growth in the youth sector . " " Just a moment . I'll tell you about that in a minute . Where was I ? Oh yes . By way of illustration , let ’ s look at the top five destinations in the UK for this kind of traveler over the last five years . If you look at page ten you can see what I mean . In spite of these characteristics of the market , I still think there is room for growth in the youth sector . ", So how do you intend to do that ? So how do you intend to do that ? ," OK , let me tell you what we ’ Ve been doing . We ’ Ve been in touch with the Wales and Scottish Tourist development offices here in Taiwan and they ’ re interested in working with us to promote their regions to the youth segment . We ’ Ve decided to implement an advertising campaign focusing on the excitement of the activities in those regions . " " OK , let me tell you what we ’ Ve been doing . We ’ Ve been in touch with the Wales and Scottish Tourist development offices here in Taiwan and they ’ re interested in working with us to promote their regions to the youth segment . We ’ Ve decided to implement an advertising campaign focusing on the excitement of the activities in those regions . ", May I interrupt you for a moment ? May I interrupt you for a moment ? , Go ahead . Go ahead . ," How much is it going to cost , and who is going to pay ? " " How much is it going to cost , and who is going to pay ? "," Well , at the moment we are trying to work out those details . We haven't managed to come up with a concrete plan yet , but we are working on it . " " Well , at the moment we are trying to work out those details . We haven't managed to come up with a concrete plan yet , but we are working on it . ", I see . OK . So what ’ s next ? I see . OK . So what ’ s next ? ," Well , our intention is to have some features about these regions in some youth magazines . We ’ re also going to run some ads on TV and put some flyers in places where young people go , like the gym and student organizations . We ’ re making arrangements to have some activities at big shopping malls and department stores around town . " "Hello , could I speak to Allison , please ? ", I'm sorry ; he's out at the moment . I'm sorry ; he's out at the moment . , When do you expect him back ? When do you expect him back ? , I think he'll be back in about an hour at least . I think he'll be back in about an hour at least . ," Well , may I leave a message ? " " Well , may I leave a message ? "," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ? Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ? , Ok . Does he know your number ? Ok . Does he know your number ? , I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 . I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 . ," 13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on . " Have you made up your mind ? ," Not yet , can you recommend me some chickens ? " " Not yet , can you recommend me some chickens ? "," We have roast chicken , grilled chicken , chicken curry and chicken chops . " " We have roast chicken , grilled chicken , chicken curry and chicken chops . ", Please bring me the chicken chops . "Dad , can I have a pet ? I did what you said and passed all of my exams . ", Then I guess you get to have a pet . Do you know what you want ? Then I guess you get to have a pet . Do you know what you want ? , I want a dog . My friend Mindy's dog just had puppies and she said I can have one . I want a dog . My friend Mindy's dog just had puppies and she said I can have one . , You know who will be responsible for feeding and cleaning and all of that stuff ? You know who will be responsible for feeding and cleaning and all of that stuff ? ," I know , I know . I will do it all by myself . " " I know , I know . I will do it all by myself . ", Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ? Have you figured out the costs involved with feeding and caring for it ? , Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already . Yes . It will cost me about $ 50 a month . And I make a little more than that already . , Sounds like you've done your homework . I think you're ready for this . The principal just announced that Dr . Smith is going to take over as dean of our department . , Oh . Oh . , Why are you so calm ? Are you not surprised to hear this ? Why are you so calm ? Are you not surprised to hear this ? ," No , I knew it all along . He was the obvious choice . " " No , I knew it all along . He was the obvious choice . ", Do you think he can do well ? Do you think he can do well ? , A new broom sweeps clean anyway . I'd like to order a restock on my minibar . ," You finished everything in there , sir ? " " You finished everything in there , sir ? ", Absolutely everything . Absolutely everything . , What would you like to order ? What would you like to order ? , Three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam . Three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam . , Uh-huh . What else do you want ? Uh-huh . What else do you want ? , The apples were great . Could you bring a couple more up ? The apples were great . Could you bring a couple more up ? , No problem . Is there anything else I can get for you ? No problem . Is there anything else I can get for you ? , Some grape juice would also be nice . Some grape juice would also be nice . , I'll get all of that for you right away . Someone should be up shortly Then I'll have to borrow it . , Sure you can . But I'm only gonna keep it for a month . Sure you can . But I'm only gonna keep it for a month . , Why ? It's in mint condition ! Why ? It's in mint condition ! , That's why I can profit from it ! That's why I can profit from it ! , You're going to re-sell it on eBay Taiwan ? You're going to re-sell it on eBay Taiwan ? , You bet . eBay Taiwan doesn't have it ! And bidding will start at two thousand NT . This baby's worth about six thousand to real tennis fans ... You bet . eBay Taiwan doesn't have it ! And bidding will start at two thousand NT . This baby's worth about six thousand to real tennis fans ... , I've created a monster ... you're a better bayer than me ! Have you seen our new packing specifications ? ," Yes , I have , Mr . Thomas . We'll pack them two dozen to one carton , and the gross weight is around 25 kilos a carton . " "What date would you like to depart , sir ? ", Do you have any seats for September 16th ? Do you have any seats for September 16th ? , Let's see ... I'm afraid the 16th is fully booked . But I have seats for the 17th . Let's see ... I'm afraid the 16th is fully booked . But I have seats for the 17th . , The 17th will be fine . The 17th will be fine . , And what date will you be returning ? And what date will you be returning ? ," Hmm , I guess on the 28th . " " Hmm , I guess on the 28th . "," Okay , you're booked on American Airlines flight 710 , departing JFK at 6 " " Okay , you're booked on American Airlines flight 710 , departing JFK at 6 ", Sounds good . Thanks a lot . "Doctor , my child is nine years old , and I recently found that he was constantly telling lies about how he is doing at school . ", Is he doing very well at school ? Is he doing very well at school ? ," He is doing OK , but he pretends he is doing much better by telling lies . " " He is doing OK , but he pretends he is doing much better by telling lies . ", What's his problem ? What's his problem ? , This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem . This may be complicated . But I think he may need to build up his self-esteem . , How can his he do that ? How can his he do that ? ," There are a lot of ways to help a kid build up self-esteem , but to begin with , you can try and give him more rewards . Rewards will help a chil improve his self-esteem . " Could I ask you where the company is ? ," Sure . Our company is in Ericsson Tower , No . 12 Like East Street , Chaoyang District . " " Sure . Our company is in Ericsson Tower , No . 12 Like East Street , Chaoyang District . ", Can I get there by the No . 913 bus ? Can I get there by the No . 913 bus ? ," You can make it by the No . 913 bus , or by subway Line 13 . " I would like to buy a black suit . , Do you have any special brand in your mind ? Do you have any special brand in your mind ? ," No , I never wear suit in my everyday life . I just want one to take part in my sister ’ s wedding ceremony . " " No , I never wear suit in my everyday life . I just want one to take part in my sister ’ s wedding ceremony . ", I see . Have a look at this one . It ’ s very cheap because it ’ s not very durable . I see . Have a look at this one . It ’ s very cheap because it ’ s not very durable . , but it looks good . Let me try it on . but it looks good . Let me try it on . ," Ok , the mirror is over there . " "May I speak to Mrs . Liu , please ? ", This is Liu Fang speaking . This is Liu Fang speaking . ," Oh , good morning , Mrs . Liu . I'm calling to see if you have received my resume that I sent to you by Email . " " Oh , good morning , Mrs . Liu . I'm calling to see if you have received my resume that I sent to you by Email . "," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", My name is Steven . May I ask whether I can have an interview ? My name is Steven . May I ask whether I can have an interview ? ," Of course . In my opinion , you are the strongest candidate for the job . " " Of course . In my opinion , you are the strongest candidate for the job . ", When is it most convenient for me to visit you to talk about the position ? When is it most convenient for me to visit you to talk about the position ? , I want to set up an interview for you at 9 a . m . next Monday in our company's conference room . I want to set up an interview for you at 9 a . m . next Monday in our company's conference room . , Thank you very much . See you then . Do you know where I can park ? , Do you need a spot here or off campus ? Do you need a spot here or off campus ? , I want a space on campus . I want a space on campus . , There's a parking structure for students . There's a parking structure for students . , Where can I find it ? Where can I find it ? ," Go to the western side of the campus , and you'll find it there . " " Go to the western side of the campus , and you'll find it there . ", Is it full ? Is it full ? ," When I went up there , it wasn't full at all . " " When I went up there , it wasn't full at all . ", When was that ? When was that ? , Sometime this morning . Sometime this morning . , Would it be full now ? Would it be full now ? , I am really not sure . Good afternoon.madam.How can I help you ? , Someone has stolen my cell phone . Someone has stolen my cell phone . , I am sorry to hear that.Would you mind coming with me to my office and tell me what exactly happened there ? I am sorry to hear that.Would you mind coming with me to my office and tell me what exactly happened there ? , OK . I left my cell phone in my room this morning before I want out.When I come back it was gone . I have looked every where in my room and I can't find it . OK . I left my cell phone in my room this morning before I want out.When I come back it was gone . I have looked every where in my room and I can't find it . ," Well , in that case . I will call the manger , you can talk directly with him . " Would you like to introduce me to Mr.Johnson ? , Yes . I'd like to . Yes . I'd like to . , thanks a lot . I want to offer you more invoking stock options . ," When you hired me , you knew you were going to be low on cash , didn't you ? " " When you hired me , you knew you were going to be low on cash , didn't you ? "," Let me explain . To get more cash , I'll have to borrow more from Vital , the venture capitalists . " " Let me explain . To get more cash , I'll have to borrow more from Vital , the venture capitalists . ", I know how it works . You don't want to give away any more of your future profits than you have to . I know how it works . You don't want to give away any more of your future profits than you have to . ," Exactly . Instead of increasing their position , I want to increase yours . " "Can I see the paper when you're through , Sally ? ", OK . I just want to read the comics . OK . I just want to read the comics . , Take your time . What time do you have ? , A quarter past five . A quarter past five . , I must be off now . I'm pressed for time . I must be off now . I'm pressed for time . , See you . Are you making what I think you're making ? ," Nothing but the best , Cinnamon toast . " " Nothing but the best , Cinnamon toast . ", What a nostalgic food ! What a nostalgic food ! , Why the drama ? Have you been watching soap operas ? Why the drama ? Have you been watching soap operas ? , No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ... No . Just the smell of bread toasting to a perfect golden brown ... , Brings back memories ? "You know , you really ought to get a new pair of jeans . Those are falling to pieces . "," But this is how I like them , Mum . They ’ re just beginning to look right . " " But this is how I like them , Mum . They ’ re just beginning to look right . "," Well , you ’ d better get another pair for work at least or you ’ re sacking on the spot . " Do you live with your parents ? ," No , they live in Shanghai , my hometown . " " No , they live in Shanghai , my hometown . ", How often do you go back to visit them ? How often do you go back to visit them ? , Once a year . "Are you being served , madam ? ", Not yet . Not yet . , Sit here please.How would you like your hair done ? Sit here please.How would you like your hair done ? , A trim and perm . A trim and perm . , Do you want a cold-wave or perm ? Do you want a cold-wave or perm ? ," A cold-wave , please . " "I hear that Tom got divorced , and I don ’ t know how he is now . "," Out of sight , out of mind . " " Out of sight , out of mind . ", Who do you mean ? Who do you mean ? , Don ’ t you know they have had little affection for each other ? I really don ’ t understand my parents . They always make light of my worries . , They think you are just a child . They think you are just a child . , But the child has his own feeling . But the child has his own feeling . ," Maybe you are right . Well , you can talk with them . " "I'm sorry , ladies . Mr . Smith's viewing is over . It ended an hour ago . ", But we just drove across town . Can't we just go in to see him one last ... But we just drove across town . Can't we just go in to see him one last ... ," I'm afraid not . But at tomorrow's funeral , the family requested an open casket service . " " I'm afraid not . But at tomorrow's funeral , the family requested an open casket service . "," This is all too fast . He's my best friend , and now he's gone . " " This is all too fast . He's my best friend , and now he's gone . ", I'm sorry . I know it must have come as a great shock . I'm sorry . I know it must have come as a great shock . ," The viewing was for saying goodbye , and I didn't even get that . " "Look at this , A Brief Introduction of Hollywood . ", Hackneyed theme ! Hackneyed theme ! , What ? How much do you know Hollywood ? What ? How much do you know Hollywood ? , Nearly everything . Nearly everything . , You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ? You are full of boasts . I can examine you by question and answer . What is Hollywood ? Where is it ? What is the function of it ? ," Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world.It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often . " " Too easy questions . Listen carefully . Hollywood is the movie capital of the world.It is located in southern California . Many films have been made there , and the kinds have changed often . ", Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s Not bad . What kind of film did it produce from the ready to mid 1930 ' s , Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it . Gangster movies . Movie-goers at that time could get a look at the people involved in crime and their violent activities by watching it . , Mm . What came after that ? Mm . What came after that ? ," After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals . " " After all that violence , people needed to laugh , so from the mid-to-late l940 ' s , many detective movies about policemen who solved crimes were made . Then came musicals . ", Pretty good . Please continue . Pretty good . Please continue . ," Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . . " " Right . By the mid - 50 ' s , this light-hearted genre was competing with films about more serious subjects . There was one kind that could be found throughout all of these years , and that was the , mm , the . . . "," The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers . " " The western films about America's cowboys , Indians and early settlers . ", Come on . Come on . ," Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have . " " Since the early 1960 ' s , there are horror movies about people who encounter frightening , unnatural situations , and serious films such as documentarist about events that actually happened , and science fiction movies about possible friture and future worlds . Some people have also enjoyed watching psycho-dramas about the everyday problems that people have . ", Any more ? Any more ? ," Of course , no list of film would be complete without animated movies . These are especially popular among children . " What ’ s the problem ? Things are getting out of hand . You keep sticking your nose where it doesn ’ t belong . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Now , I am responsible for training new staff , but you keep overriding my authority by trying to pose your methods . I know you are a hotshot college graduate with something to prove . But I don ’ t like your way . " Did you know Carl is almost fifty ? , Are you sure ? He doesn't look that old . Are you sure ? He doesn't look that old . , He told me so himself . Hi ! How are things going with you ? , I am doing well . What ’ s up with you ? I am doing well . What ’ s up with you ? ," Believe it or not , the company I worked for closed down , so I ’ m out of a job . " " Believe it or not , the company I worked for closed down , so I ’ m out of a job . ", The same with me . Have you given much thought to what you want to do next ? The same with me . Have you given much thought to what you want to do next ? , I am not being all that particular right now because I just need to keep a roof over my head . I am not being all that particular right now because I just need to keep a roof over my head . , How about interviews ? Have you been on any of those yet ? How about interviews ? Have you been on any of those yet ? , I wish that I could get the opportunity to be interviewed . I wish that I could get the opportunity to be interviewed . , How about the electrician program that they have listed over there ? How about the electrician program that they have listed over there ? ," I read about that , and the position sounded great ! " " I read about that , and the position sounded great ! ", Let ’ s go see how we can apply for those positions . Do you like snakes ? , Of course not . I'm afraid of them . Of course not . I'm afraid of them . ," I mean , do you like snake meat ? " " I mean , do you like snake meat ? ", I'm afraid I'll feel sick at the sight of it . I like to open up a savings account please . , O . K . We offer a few different kinds . O . K . We offer a few different kinds . , I want the one with the highest interest rate . I want the one with the highest interest rate . , That would be our Saver's Plus account . That would be our Saver's Plus account . ," 4.5 % , that's good . How much money do I have to keep in it to get that rate ? " " 4.5 % , that's good . How much money do I have to keep in it to get that rate ? "," You have to maintain a balance of $ 10,000 in the account or the rate drops to 3 % . " " You have to maintain a balance of $ 10,000 in the account or the rate drops to 3 % . ", All right . I ’ ll open one of those . All right . I ’ ll open one of those . ," Just fill out these forms , and I ’ ll be with you in one second . " " Just fill out these forms , and I ’ ll be with you in one second . ", Thanks . Nice to see you ; how have you been feeling lately ? ," I have been feeling great , Dr . Smith . " " I have been feeling great , Dr . Smith . ", I am happy that you have decided to come in for your annual physical . I am happy that you have decided to come in for your annual physical . ," Yes , I am going on a cross-country bike ride on vacation and want to make sure that I don ’ t have any problems . " " Yes , I am going on a cross-country bike ride on vacation and want to make sure that I don ’ t have any problems . "," We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should . " " We are going to look at your heart and lungs , do a few blood tests , and see that your eyes , ears , and nose are all working as they should . ", I ’ Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ? I ’ Ve been having trouble with congestion in my chest . Can you give me some tests for that ? , I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion . I can do a chest X-ray to check for congestion . , That would be great . What is the blood test for ? That would be great . What is the blood test for ? ," The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar . " " The blood test is for cholesterol , white blood cell count , and blood sugar . ", I have been feeling great . I don ’ t imagine that any of my tests will turn out badly . May I help you ? , Yes . I'm a transit passenger for this flight . Can you tell me where to go ? Yes . I'm a transit passenger for this flight . Can you tell me where to go ? ," Let me see . Oh , you're at the wrong gate . Your plane leaves from Gate No . 8 . " " Let me see . Oh , you're at the wrong gate . Your plane leaves from Gate No . 8 . ", Really ? I hope it hasn ’ t left without me . Really ? I hope it hasn ’ t left without me . ," No , don ’ t worry . Just follow me . " Hurry up . We're going to be late . , I am hurrying . I am hurrying . , What are you doing ? What are you doing ? , I can't figure out which dress to wear . You had better get a grab instead of getting upset about little things . , I know . But my life seems super stressful . I really don ’ t know how to get a better grab on things . I know . But my life seems super stressful . I really don ’ t know how to get a better grab on things . ," I think as long as you try your best and don ’ t think of anything too much , everything will be all right . " What a nice tie you are wearing ! , Thank you.But does it really look all right ? Thank you.But does it really look all right ? , Certainly.It matches your suit perfectly . Certainly.It matches your suit perfectly . , Then does it go well with my sweater ? Then does it go well with my sweater ? , Yes.You look very smart today . Yes.You look very smart today . , Thank you very much . "Hello . May I speak to Jerry , please ? "," Sorry , but he is out for lunch right now . " " Sorry , but he is out for lunch right now . ", I see . Can you give me some idea how long he'll be back ? I see . Can you give me some idea how long he'll be back ? ," I think he will be back around 2:00 . If you like , please leave your name and phone number , I'll have him call you as soon as he comes back . " " I think he will be back around 2:00 . If you like , please leave your name and phone number , I'll have him call you as soon as he comes back . "," That's nice . My name is Steven , my phone number is 6789777 . Okay , I'll be waiting for his call . Thank you and bye ! " " That's nice . My name is Steven , my phone number is 6789777 . Okay , I'll be waiting for his call . Thank you and bye ! "," My pleasure , bye ! " "Hey , John ! I haven ’ t seen you in ages ! What ’ s new ? What have you been up to ? "," Pete ! Nice to see you Well , on top the norm , you know , wife and kids and work , I ’ Ve actually gotten into doing some trading . " " Pete ! Nice to see you Well , on top the norm , you know , wife and kids and work , I ’ Ve actually gotten into doing some trading . "," Trading ? You , big guy ? What are you trading ? " " Trading ? You , big guy ? What are you trading ? ", Currencies . Currencies . ," Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ? " " Currencies ? As in Euros , Dollars , Pounds and Rupees ? ", It ’ s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ’ t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much ! It ’ s called Forex . Foreign Exchange . The great thing about it is that I don ’ t have to invest a huge amount . I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much ! , I don ’ t understand . You ’ re buying and selling money ? I don ’ t understand . You ’ re buying and selling money ? , You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 ! You got it ! Just last night I made USD 150 ! , Last night ? Last night ? , Yeah ! It ’ s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I ’ Yeah ! It ’ s a 24 hour market ! I had bought some RIB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RIB at an amazing bid ! I ’ , You ’ re kidding ! I ’ m on ! Where do I sign up ? Does this bus really go to the mall ? , It goes all the way there . It goes all the way there . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , I know it does . I catch this bus a lot . I know it does . I catch this bus a lot . , How long does it take for the bus to get there ? How long does it take for the bus to get there ? , The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so . The bus ride is only thirty minutes or so . , Where do we get off the bus ? Where do we get off the bus ? , Right behind Macy's is a bus stop . Right behind Macy's is a bus stop . , The stop is really at the mall ? The stop is really at the mall ? , It's in the middle of the parking lot . It's in the middle of the parking lot . , That's perfect . That's perfect . , I know it is . What book is that ? , I just bought a new atlas . I ’ m looking this map of the world . Look at Russia ! That ’ s a vast country . I just bought a new atlas . I ’ m looking this map of the world . Look at Russia ! That ’ s a vast country . ," Canada , China , and the USA are huge too . " " Canada , China , and the USA are huge too . ", There are several tiny countries in the world too . Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities . There are several tiny countries in the world too . Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities . ," Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ’ s not very large at all . " " Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia . European countries are relatively small . France looks quite big in Europe , but compared to many countries in other continents , it ’ s not very large at all . "," Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world . " " Britain is half the size of france , but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world . ", The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used . Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest . "Hello , is that Miss Lan ? This is Nina with Huawei Corp . "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . ", I'd like to tell you that you could come to work with us . I'd like to tell you that you could come to work with us . ," Oh , I'm sorry , but I've just accepted another offer that I feel is more suitable to my needs . " " Oh , I'm sorry , but I've just accepted another offer that I feel is more suitable to my needs . ", I see . "Excuse me , sir . ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , I heard that we will call at some ports on the way . Is that true ? I heard that we will call at some ports on the way . Is that true ? , Yes . Yes . , Where will we call at ? Where will we call at ? , Dalian . Dalian . , Dalian is my hometown . Dalian is my hometown . , Really ? Really ? , Can I get off the ship and walk around ? Can I get off the ship and walk around ? , Sorry . I'm afraid you couldn't . Do I have to talk to the interviewer or just leave my application ? ," You should communicate with the interviewer whose company you are interested in , and make a good impression on him or her . In that case , your chance of success will be greater . " " You should communicate with the interviewer whose company you are interested in , and make a good impression on him or her . In that case , your chance of success will be greater . ", What should I do in the fair ? What should I do in the fair ? ," You should take a look at all the companies , choose your favorite ones , go over to talk with the interviewer and leave your resume in the end . " I have a question about my payment and need someone to help me . ," Yes , I would be happy to answer a question about payment . What do you need help with ? " " Yes , I would be happy to answer a question about payment . What do you need help with ? ", I can ’ t figure out why my paycheck this week is smaller than last week ’ s . I can ’ t figure out why my paycheck this week is smaller than last week ’ s . , Did you generate any income during that time period ? Did you generate any income during that time period ? ," I made a little bit of money , but not much . " " I made a little bit of money , but not much . ", Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ? Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form ? , I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form . I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form . ," When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check . " " When you are able to find work and get paid , we always take away part of your check . "," That being the case , I don ’ t think that I am going to show the income next time . " " That being the case , I don ’ t think that I am going to show the income next time . "," Don ’ t do it ! If you get caught making false statements , you can have your claim closed . " "Next please ! Hello sir , may I see your passport please ? "," Yes , here you go . " " Yes , here you go . ", Will you be checking any bags today . Will you be checking any bags today . ," Yes , I ’ d like to check three pieces . " " Yes , I ’ d like to check three pieces . "," I ’ m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase . " " I ’ m sorry , sir . Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage , at twenty kilograms each , plus one piece of carry-on luggage . I will have to charge you extra for the additional suitcase . "," What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ’ m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ’ absurd ! " " What ? Why ! I am taking an intercontinental flight ! I ’ m flying sixteen thousand CMS ! How am I supposed to only take two , twenty kilo bags ? That ’ absurd ! "," I am sorry , sir , there ’ s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either.Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big . " " I am sorry , sir , there ’ s nothing I can do . You cannot board the flight with that large bag either.Carry - on bags must fit in the over-head compartment or under your seat . That bag is clearly too big . "," Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this . " " Now I see . You charge next to nothing for an international ticket , but when it comes to charging for any other small thing , you charge an arm and a leg ! So tell me , miss , how much will I have to pay for all of this . ", Let ’ s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars . Let ’ s see ... six hundred and twenty-five US dollars . , That ’ s more than my round-trip ticket ! Where are you off to ? , The movies . You have worked in your present company for five years . ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Why do you want to resign ? Why do you want to resign ? ," As you know I serve as a secretary in my present company , I really want to look for a more challenging opportunity . " " As you know I serve as a secretary in my present company , I really want to look for a more challenging opportunity . ", What kind of work are you interested in ? What kind of work are you interested in ? , Just as you advertised in the newspaper . Just as you advertised in the newspaper . , So you are interested in our company . So you are interested in our company . ," Yes , what's more , your company is one of the largest and best trading companies in this line of business . " Excuse me . ," Yes , Miss , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , Miss , what can I do for you ? "," I ordered my dish about a half an hour ago , but it hasn't arrived yet . " " I ordered my dish about a half an hour ago , but it hasn't arrived yet . "," I'm sorry for that , I'm going to check with the chef right now . Miss , I just checked with the kitchen , and they said your order will be coming right up next . Oh , here comes . " " I'm sorry for that , I'm going to check with the chef right now . Miss , I just checked with the kitchen , and they said your order will be coming right up next . Oh , here comes . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Miss , I'm very sorry for the delay , please enjoy this . Free a glass of wine for inconvenience . Again I'm terribly sorry to make you wait so long . " " Miss , I'm very sorry for the delay , please enjoy this . Free a glass of wine for inconvenience . Again I'm terribly sorry to make you wait so long . ", It doesn't matter . Have a nice Thanksgiving ! , The same to you ! The same to you ! , Are you going anywhere ? Are you going anywhere ? , I thought about going to my sister's . How about you ? I thought about going to my sister's . How about you ? ," Oh , I'll probably just stay at home . " "Good morning , Kevin . "," Morning , Lee . How are you ? " " Morning , Lee . How are you ? "," Very well , thank you . " "Hi , Michelle . Do you need to use the photocopier ? "," Oh , hi Jeremy . No please , go ahead . So how are you , Jeremy ? I was talking to Linda about you only last week . " " Oh , hi Jeremy . No please , go ahead . So how are you , Jeremy ? I was talking to Linda about you only last week . "," Oh , I'm fine , thanks . I'm super busy with work actually . Did you hear about the Lawson contract ? " " Oh , I'm fine , thanks . I'm super busy with work actually . Did you hear about the Lawson contract ? "," No , tell me more . " " No , tell me more . "," Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week . " " Well , I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week . ", And . And . ," And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed . " " And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday , fingers crossed . "," That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica . " " That's great news , Jeremy . Congratulations ! Anyway , I must get back , but give my regards to your wife Monica . "," I will , Michelle . Speak to you soon . " "Hello , I want to know how much it costs to have a manicure and pedicure . "," Usually it's 60 dollars for a manicure , and 80 dollars for a pedicure . But with this special discount , the total for both is only one hundred and 20 dollars , and you can get them painted . " " Usually it's 60 dollars for a manicure , and 80 dollars for a pedicure . But with this special discount , the total for both is only one hundred and 20 dollars , and you can get them painted . ", That's nice . I'd like to give it a try . I think I like passion red . please . That's nice . I'd like to give it a try . I think I like passion red . please . ," Alright.Do you want your cuticles cut , too ? " " Alright.Do you want your cuticles cut , too ? ", No . No . , Would you like the shapes square or round ? Would you like the shapes square or round ? ," Square . But with round at the edges , please . " " Square . But with round at the edges , please . "," All right , it's done . Please follow me to the drying section . " " All right , it's done . Please follow me to the drying section . ", How long will it take to get them dry ? How long will it take to get them dry ? , Ten or about five minutes . You'll be all set . Ten or about five minutes . You'll be all set . ," I see , thank you . " "Hello , sir . Have you anything to declare ? ", This is my first tourism . I don't know what should be declared . This is my first tourism . I don't know what should be declared . ," OK . Please open your luggage , and I'll tell you what you should declare . " " OK . Please open your luggage , and I'll tell you what you should declare . ", All right . Here you are . All right . Here you are . , You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ? You should declare the camera and the film . Do you have alcohol ? ," Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends . " " Yes , I have got some special local product , I want to take them for my friends . ", How many bottles have you got with you ? How many bottles have you got with you ? , Four bottles . Four bottles . ," I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many . " " I'm sorry . According to the regulations , a passenger can only take two bottles on to the aircraft . So you cannot take so many . ", What shall I do with my two more bottles ? What shall I do with my two more bottles ? , You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe . You may give them to your friends who come to see you off . This is the Customs Declaration Form . Please fill in it . And then you can go through the other formalities . Be sure to keep the form safe . ," All right , thank you , see you . " " All right , thank you , see you . ", See you . Have a good journey . "While you are thinking about what you might like to order for dinner , would you like to order your drinks ? ", Can you tell me where your wine list is ? Can you tell me where your wine list is ? , The wine list is posted right there on the board . The wine list is posted right there on the board . , Can we order a mixed drink in this restaurant ? Can we order a mixed drink in this restaurant ? ," Yes , we have a wide selection of mixed drinks available from our bar . " " Yes , we have a wide selection of mixed drinks available from our bar . ", Do you have any house specials that you could recommend ? Do you have any house specials that you could recommend ? , Our most popular drinks are our Cuervo Gold margaritas . Our most popular drinks are our Cuervo Gold margaritas . ," That sounds like a good choice for me . May I have one , please ? " " That sounds like a good choice for me . May I have one , please ? "," Can I bring that to you on the rocks , or would you like it blended ? " " Can I bring that to you on the rocks , or would you like it blended ? ", Please bring it to me on the rocks . Please bring it to me on the rocks . , Salt or no salt ? Salt or no salt ? ," I would like it with no salt , please . " "Excuse me , I've been waiting here for 10 minutes . Do you know how often does No . 636 run ? ", It runs every 15 minutes . You must have missed it . It runs every 15 minutes . You must have missed it . , It seems you got here at good time . Do you have a bus schedule ? It seems you got here at good time . Do you have a bus schedule ? ," Yes , I do . You can buy a bus schedule in a news stand . " " Yes , I do . You can buy a bus schedule in a news stand . "," I see , thank you . By the way , is this the right bus for the Museum ? " " I see , thank you . By the way , is this the right bus for the Museum ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", Do I have to change ? Do I have to change ? , No . The Museum is the terminal of this bus . No . The Museum is the terminal of this bus . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , You are welcome . "I want a doggy bag , waiter . ", Sure . How do you like your meal today ? Sure . How do you like your meal today ? , Quite good . It was the most wonderful dinner I have ever had . Quite good . It was the most wonderful dinner I have ever had . , I am glad you like it . Welcome next time . "Hi , Lucy ! "," Hi.It ' s a wonderful wedding , isn't it ? " " Hi.It ' s a wonderful wedding , isn't it ? "," Yes , It's very great . " " Yes , It's very great . "," Mary's father is a rich man , isn't he ? " " Mary's father is a rich man , isn't he ? "," You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money . " " You are right , Mary's father is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . I think he must spend much money . ", Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ? Will Mary and her husband be ready to leave for their honeymoon ? , Yes.Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet . Yes.Look ! Mary is going to throw the bride bouquet . ," Oh , I'll try to catch it . " "We can go to the cinema or say at home watching TV , what's it to be ? "," As far as I'm concerned , staying at home is more comfortable than going to the movies . " " As far as I'm concerned , staying at home is more comfortable than going to the movies . "," Thanks , dear . I feel so tired after a whole day's work . " "Hello , is that Mr . Li ? "," Yes , speaking . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , speaking . What can I do for you ? ", I am calling to check your information before the interview . What position did you apply ? I am calling to check your information before the interview . What position did you apply ? , I am applying for the waiter in your pub . I am applying for the waiter in your pub . , Excuse me . Could you slow down a little ? I couldn't catch you . Excuse me . Could you slow down a little ? I couldn't catch you . , Sure . I will try my best to slow down . "Hoo , I'm getting tired , Jeanine , been a long day . "," I'm not quitting yet . You know my favourite slogan , don't you ? " " I'm not quitting yet . You know my favourite slogan , don't you ? "," Yeah , I know . Shop till you drop . " " Yeah , I know . Shop till you drop . ", Right ! Right ! , I'm getting a little short on cash . Let's just window shop a little . I'm getting a little short on cash . Let's just window shop a little . , Ok . Ok . ," Hey , Jeanine , get a load of that . It's beautiful . " " Hey , Jeanine , get a load of that . It's beautiful . "," Ahahah , and I thought you were tired . " " Ahahah , and I thought you were tired . ", You know .. I have a weakness for long dresses . You know .. I have a weakness for long dresses . ," It sure looks special , looks expensive too . " " It sure looks special , looks expensive too . "," Sure does . Hey , can I sponge a little cash of you ? " " Sure does . Hey , can I sponge a little cash of you ? "," Don't worry , Mary , I've got you covered . " " Don't worry , Mary , I've got you covered . "," Thanks , Jeanine , you are a real pal . Let's go in . " "Excuse me , can I use your computer to type my paper ? ", No problem . No problem . , I am afraid I can't finish typing it this afternoon . When will you use it tonight ? I am afraid I can't finish typing it this afternoon . When will you use it tonight ? ," Oh , Never mind , I finished my paper . So you can use it tonight . " " Oh , Never mind , I finished my paper . So you can use it tonight . ", Thanks a lot ! I was supposed to meet with you at half past one . ," Yes , I see . What did you need to see me about ? " " Yes , I see . What did you need to see me about ? ", There's a problem with my schedule . There's a problem with my schedule . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , Two of my classes occur at the same time . Two of my classes occur at the same time . ," Well , I can see that's a problem . " " Well , I can see that's a problem . ", Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ? Is it at all possible for you to fix that error ? ," Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ? " " Yes , I can . Would you still like to have both of these classes ? "," I want to keep both of them , if that's possible . " " I want to keep both of them , if that's possible . "," Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day . " " Well , let me find you one of these classes on a different day . ", Thanks a lot . "I've brought a little dog for Alice , girls usually like looking after pets . "," Thank you , but Alice is only a visitor here . I don't know if she'll keep it . " " Thank you , but Alice is only a visitor here . I don't know if she'll keep it . "," To tell you the truth , the dog isn't my real reason for coming . I want to ask Alice if she'd like to be my girlfriend . " " To tell you the truth , the dog isn't my real reason for coming . I want to ask Alice if she'd like to be my girlfriend . ", Really ? I hear that Helen does not relate very well to her husband . , Unbelievable ! I remember her husband is her former classmate . They fell in love with each other in college . Unbelievable ! I remember her husband is her former classmate . They fell in love with each other in college . , So what ? Things have changed . How may I help you . sir ? , I'm wondering if anyone has turned in a train ticket . I just lost my ticket for Beijing tonight . I'm wondering if anyone has turned in a train ticket . I just lost my ticket for Beijing tonight . , Let me see . I'm sorry . Nothing's been turned in . Do you want to buy another one ? Let me see . I'm sorry . Nothing's been turned in . Do you want to buy another one ? , Yes . If I don ' t make it to Beijing tomorrow morning . my wife would kill me . How much does it cost ? Yes . If I don ' t make it to Beijing tomorrow morning . my wife would kill me . How much does it cost ? , 150 yuan for hard seats . 150 yuan for hard seats . , Fine . Fine . , Sir ? Sir ? , Where is my wallet ? Someone has stolen my wallet ! Where on earth are we ? ," Judging by all the traffic , I'd say we're near the outskirts of the city . " " Judging by all the traffic , I'd say we're near the outskirts of the city . ", What did I do wrong ? Did I take a wrong turn ? What did I do wrong ? Did I take a wrong turn ? ," I'm not sure , but I think you turned right when you should have turned left on the flyover bridge . " " I'm not sure , but I think you turned right when you should have turned left on the flyover bridge . "," Well , now we should turn back a few kilometres . " " Well , now we should turn back a few kilometres . ", It seems that the traffic sign is much more important than the map . "Well , we've finally put the finishing touches on the training programs for next year . Here's a report showing the projected costs as well as the expected return on investment . ", Return on investment ? How can you have a return on this kind of investment ? Can you really calculate the value of these training programs ? Return on investment ? How can you have a return on this kind of investment ? Can you really calculate the value of these training programs ? ," Sure ! It's not a real figure , of course . It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs , and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence . " " Sure ! It's not a real figure , of course . It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs , and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence . "," Wow ! I'm impressed . So , what's in the cards for future training ? Will it be in-house or off-site ? " " Wow ! I'm impressed . So , what's in the cards for future training ? Will it be in-house or off-site ? ", A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs A little of both . We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training . Those are available to everyone . We also have a variety of other programs ," Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ? " " Yes , I see that here ... continuing education for the IT department , a time management course for accounting , and team building for sales . Anything planned for HR ? "," A holiday , I hope ! No , really , we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques . We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer . " "I need to get to PCC , but I don't know which bus to catch . ", Where exactly are you coming from ? Where exactly are you coming from ? , I'm coming from Fair Oaks and Las Flores Drive in Altadena . I'm coming from Fair Oaks and Las Flores Drive in Altadena . , Do you have a problem walking a little bit ? Do you have a problem walking a little bit ? , I don't mind walking . I don't mind walking . ," If you walk down Fair Oaks to Altadena Drive , you can catch the 267 . " " If you walk down Fair Oaks to Altadena Drive , you can catch the 267 . ", Tell me which direction it should be going . Tell me which direction it should be going . , Make sure to catch it going west . Make sure to catch it going west . , Where do I get off ? Where do I get off ? , You get off on Del Mar and Hill . You get off on Del Mar and Hill . , Thanks for your help . Thanks for your help . , Don't mention it . I can ’ t believe Obama is our President . , I am proud to know that he is our President . I am proud to know that he is our President . ," You voted for him , right ? " " You voted for him , right ? "," Did you vote for him , because I know that I did . " " Did you vote for him , because I know that I did . "," I did , too . " " I did , too . ", I have nothing but faith in Obama . I have nothing but faith in Obama . , Really ? Really ? , I ’ m sure he will help better America . I ’ m sure he will help better America . , We do need some change in this country . We do need some change in this country . , Our country is already changing as it is . Our country is already changing as it is . , You ’ re absolutely right . You ’ re absolutely right . , I trust that he will take good care of our country . What shall we do now ? ," Let's get the table wares we need first , And then stand in the line . " " Let's get the table wares we need first , And then stand in the line . ", I've got all I need . I've got all I need . , Let's stand in the line now . Let's stand in the line now . , It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering . It smells good . Look at these . They make my mouth watering . , Me too . Me too . , It will be our turn soon . It will be our turn soon . , Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn . Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn . , OK . I'll have many cream cakes today . OK . I'll have many cream cakes today . , I don't like them . I think they are too icky . Look ! I bought these shoes only three weeks ago and there is a hole in them already . ," If that happen to me , I ’ ll take them back to the shop . " " If that happen to me , I ’ ll take them back to the shop . ", I did . But they said they won ’ t change them . I did . But they said they won ’ t change them . ," That ’ s terrible . But if they wouldn ’ t change them , I know what I would do . " may i ask you for a dance . ," certainly , i love waltz very much . " " certainly , i love waltz very much . ", you dance it very well . do you often go dancing ? you dance it very well . do you often go dancing ? , a couple of times a week . i've got a regular dancing partner . he is really some dancer "Mrs . Wang , would you give us an idea of the price you regard as workable ? "," As I said before , your price is so high that we find it difficult to make a bid . We hope you will take the initiative and bridge the gap . " " As I said before , your price is so high that we find it difficult to make a bid . We hope you will take the initiative and bridge the gap . "," Just to comply , we're ready to reduce the price by 5 percent . I hope this concession of ours will get the ball rolling . " " Just to comply , we're ready to reduce the price by 5 percent . I hope this concession of ours will get the ball rolling . ", So do we . Certainly it's a step forward on your side . But the gap is still too wide . So do we . Certainly it's a step forward on your side . But the gap is still too wide . ," The ball is in your court , Mrs.Wang . What price would you suggest ? " " The ball is in your court , Mrs.Wang . What price would you suggest ? "," To make your offer workable , I think you should take another step down as big as the one you've just taken . " " To make your offer workable , I think you should take another step down as big as the one you've just taken . "," That won't do . You see , our profit margin is very narrow . It simply can't stand such a big cut . " " That won't do . You see , our profit margin is very narrow . It simply can't stand such a big cut . "," I hate to disappoint you , Mr . Brown , but if that's the case , we have no alternative but to cover our requirements elsewhere . Do think it over , please . We sincerely hope our discussion will come to a successful conclusion . " " I hate to disappoint you , Mr . Brown , but if that's the case , we have no alternative but to cover our requirements elsewhere . Do think it over , please . We sincerely hope our discussion will come to a successful conclusion . "," Well , I'm not authorized to agree to such a big reduction . Would you mind waiting a day or two , until I get a reply from the home office ? " " Well , I'm not authorized to agree to such a big reduction . Would you mind waiting a day or two , until I get a reply from the home office ? "," Not at all . Shall we meet again , say , on Friday morning ? " " Not at all . Shall we meet again , say , on Friday morning ? ", Good . Friday morning at 9 . Good evening Ms . Jackson . Fancy meeting ’ you here . ," Hi , Clyde . This is my friend , Wen . She's visiting from UCLA . " " Hi , Clyde . This is my friend , Wen . She's visiting from UCLA . ", Clyde Smith . Pleasure to meet you . May I treat you ladies to dinner ? Clyde Smith . Pleasure to meet you . May I treat you ladies to dinner ? , OK ! I was just tellin ’ Wen about African-American food . OK ! I was just tellin ’ Wen about African-American food . ," You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes . " " You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws , were you ? Well , my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff . We have refined French tastes . "," Hey ! That “ stuff ” is my grandma's cooking , and it's good ! " "What would you like to have in your breakfast , bread , egg or sandwiches ? ", Bread . Bread . , And milk or orange juice ? And milk or orange juice ? , Orange juice . Orange juice . ," What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ? " " What would you like for lunch , pork , mutton or beef ? ", I think mutton is best . I think mutton is best . ," What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ? " " What kind of drink do you like most , red wine , beer or champagne ? ", I like champagne . I like champagne . ," And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ? " " And among apples , oranges and bananas , which is your favorite ? ", Banana of course . Banana of course . , Do you always have meals outside or in your house ? Do you always have meals outside or in your house ? ," I always have meals outside , because I ’ m not good at cooking . " "What's the problem , sir ? ", I bought this toy gun from your store two weeks ago . My son played with it only twice and it broke . I bought this toy gun from your store two weeks ago . My son played with it only twice and it broke . , Do you keep the receipt ? Do you keep the receipt ? ," Yes , and I have the warranty , too . " " Yes , and I have the warranty , too . ", What do you want me to do about it ? What do you want me to do about it ? , I'd like you to replace this one without charge if you can . I am checking out . Here is the key to my room . ," Thank you . I'll just print out your receipt , and then you're free to go . Here you go ! " " Thank you . I'll just print out your receipt , and then you're free to go . Here you go ! ", Thanks . Thanks . ," If you don't mind me asking , how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel ? " " If you don't mind me asking , how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel ? "," This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful . " " This hotel could use some insecticide , but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful . ", That's very honest of you . Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time . Would you like to play golf with me ? , I would like to . but I'm not good at it . I would like to . but I'm not good at it . , It doesn't matter . I will teach you . It doesn't matter . I will teach you . , That's great ! When will we go ? That's great ! When will we go ? , Borrow morning . Borrow morning . , All right . What should I take ? All right . What should I take ? , Just take your golf club . I will pick you up Borrow . Just take your golf club . I will pick you up Borrow . , Thanks . I will wait you at my home . Thanks . I will wait you at my home . , See you Borrow . It is my first time coming to China . I want to buy something unique of China to my friends as gifts . , We have a great variety of Chinese antiques and porcelain . Do you like them ? We have a great variety of Chinese antiques and porcelain . Do you like them ? ," Yes , I love them , but they are fragile . It is not convenient to take them . " " Yes , I love them , but they are fragile . It is not convenient to take them . ", You are right . How about paintings and embroidered handkerchiefs ? You are right . How about paintings and embroidered handkerchiefs ? , Sounds good . May I have a look ? Sounds good . May I have a look ? ," Of course . These paintings have many designs , such as animals , flowers , landscape , aquatics and so on . " " Of course . These paintings have many designs , such as animals , flowers , landscape , aquatics and so on . "," They are beautiful , but I can't understand the connotation in them . Let me see the handkerchiefs . " " They are beautiful , but I can't understand the connotation in them . Let me see the handkerchiefs . ", All right . Chinese embroidery is one traditional art with elaborate design and high quality . All right . Chinese embroidery is one traditional art with elaborate design and high quality . ," Oh , I like the bamboo design . What is this ? " " Oh , I like the bamboo design . What is this ? "," This is a series of animals , called Chinese zodiac . " " This is a series of animals , called Chinese zodiac . ", Good . So I will take three series and five bamboo ones . Good . So I will take three series and five bamboo ones . ," OK , I will wrap them for you . " Excuse me . I am interested in getting a library card . ," Sure , let me give you an application . You can fill it out right here at the counter . " " Sure , let me give you an application . You can fill it out right here at the counter . "," OK , here it is . " " OK , here it is . "," Let me take a look at this for you . May I have your driver's license , please ? " " Let me take a look at this for you . May I have your driver's license , please ? ", Here's my license and form . Here's my license and form . , You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ? You seem to have filled the form out all right . Are you familiar with our rules and fines ? ," Yes , I know what to do . " " Yes , I know what to do . ", The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout . The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout . , OK . OK . , Thank you for joining the library ; we look forward to serving you . I really should be on my way . ," Oh , not yet . At least have one for the road . " " Oh , not yet . At least have one for the road . "," No , thanks all the same . " " No , thanks all the same . "," Well , I am sorry you have to leave so early . " " Well , I am sorry you have to leave so early . ", Thank you very much . We really had a good time . Thank you very much . We really had a good time . , Well . Thank you for coming . Well . Thank you for coming . , So see you . So see you . , Bye . Hello ? Is this the Maintenance Department ? , Yeah . That ’ s right . What can I do for you ? Yeah . That ’ s right . What can I do for you ? , We ’ re having a lot of trouble with our printer . Could you come and take a look at it sometime this afternoon ? We ’ re having a lot of trouble with our printer . Could you come and take a look at it sometime this afternoon ? ," Let me see . Yeah , all right . I ’ ll be over about two . " "Good morning ! My name is John White , import manager of the Garden Trading Company of New York . "," Oh , how do you to Mr . White ? My name is Li Ming , here is my card . " " Oh , how do you to Mr . White ? My name is Li Ming , here is my card . "," Nice to meet you Mr.Li . We have learned about that you specialize in the export business of electronic products . As you enjoy the highest reputation in the commercial circle , we'd be please to enter into business relations with your firm . " " Nice to meet you Mr.Li . We have learned about that you specialize in the export business of electronic products . As you enjoy the highest reputation in the commercial circle , we'd be please to enter into business relations with your firm . ", We share the same desire . Have you seen the display of our products in the exhibition hall downstairs ? We share the same desire . Have you seen the display of our products in the exhibition hall downstairs ? ," Yes , I had a look just now , I feel we can do a lot of business in this line . " " Yes , I had a look just now , I feel we can do a lot of business in this line . "," Sure , we can . You know , we are been in the line for more than twenty years , and I think our price are competitive comparing with those in the world market . " " Sure , we can . You know , we are been in the line for more than twenty years , and I think our price are competitive comparing with those in the world market . "," Our company enjoys a history of more than twenty years , we have wide connection with wholesalers and retailers all over the America , and we have good reputation in the commercial circle . " " Our company enjoys a history of more than twenty years , we have wide connection with wholesalers and retailers all over the America , and we have good reputation in the commercial circle . "," Thank you for your information , we can hold more talks later on business details . " " Thank you for your information , we can hold more talks later on business details . ", Sure . Is that your phone ? ," Yes , it's my new business phone . Do you like it ? " " Yes , it's my new business phone . Do you like it ? ", It's very impressive . Can you use the Internet on your phone ? It's very impressive . Can you use the Internet on your phone ? ," Yes , it's got wireless Internet access . " " Yes , it's got wireless Internet access . ", That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ? That's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ? ," Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ? " " Yes , but I don't really use it often . Have you ever used it ? "," No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go . " " No , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go . "," Yes , I guess I should try to use it . " The city has got a traffic problem . , That means it's developing very fast . That means it's developing very fast . , You said it . You said it . , Problems are inevitable . How wonderful it is to be in love ! It's love at first sight ! Oh . he's my Romeo ! ," Hey , Julie . How's it going ? " " Hey , Julie . How's it going ? "," Oh , Mary . You've surprised me ! " " Oh , Mary . You've surprised me ! ", Who were you talking to ? Who were you talking to ? , Um — I was just thinking aloud . Um — I was just thinking aloud . , You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes . You look so happy . I see a twinkle in your eyes . ," Come off it , Mary . " " Come off it , Mary . "," Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes ! " " Oh , you have a crush on someone , don't you ? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes ! "," You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ? " " You certainly do like teasing me , Mary . Well I'm in love with someone . The question is , how do I get his attention ? "," Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him . " " Well , that's easy . Walk up to him and kiss him . ", I guess I asked the wrong person . I need to buy some fruit . , All the fruit are pretty fresh here . All the fruit are pretty fresh here . , How much are the pears ? How much are the pears ? , They're four yuan per kilo . They're four yuan per kilo . ," Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ? " " Give me one kilo of those , please . Do you have any fresh plums ? "," Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo . " " Yes , we do . They are eight yuan per kilo . ", It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here . It's a bit too expensive . We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here . , Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo . Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo . , Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos . Sounds reasonable . I'll take three kilos . , OK . It's 22 yuan OK . It's 22 yuan , Here you are . "Bob , did you see our supervisor ? I need him to sign this paper . "," He is in his office , but you'd better choose your words carefully while talking to him . " " He is in his office , but you'd better choose your words carefully while talking to him . ", What's up ? What's up ? , Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today . Nothing . But he is in a bad mood today . , Thanks for the warning . Thanks for the warning . , That's all right . "Ah , Bob . Just the person I wanted to see . ", So what is it ? So what is it ? ," You gotta help me out this time , buddy . " " You gotta help me out this time , buddy . "," Another tough thing , I guess . " I will be accompanying you on your tour today to visit our company . This is the assembly line . These drawings on the wall are process sheets . They describe clearly how each process goes on to the next step . , How many workers are there on the lines ? How many workers are there on the lines ? ," About 200 . They can assemble at least 3,000 computers every day . " " About 200 . They can assemble at least 3,000 computers every day . "," Oh , it's highly efficient . " " Oh , it's highly efficient . "," Yes , since I came to this company , I was told that high efficiency is essential for the further development . " " Yes , since I came to this company , I was told that high efficiency is essential for the further development . ", How do you control the quality of the products ? How do you control the quality of the products ? ," Well , all products have to go through five checks in the whole process . We believe that the quality is the soul of an enterprise . There fore , we always put quality as the first consideration . " " Well , all products have to go through five checks in the whole process . We believe that the quality is the soul of an enterprise . There fore , we always put quality as the first consideration . "," Yes , quality is even more than the quantity . " " Yes , quality is even more than the quantity . "," Mr . Chandler , this way please . I will show you a five-minute multivision about the history of our company . " "Can we have a table for three , please ? "," Sorry , all the tables for three are reserved . " " Sorry , all the tables for three are reserved . "," Do you have a table for four , please ? " " Do you have a table for four , please ? "," Yes , smoking or non-smoking ? " " Yes , smoking or non-smoking ? "," We'd like a non-smoking table , please . " " We'd like a non-smoking table , please . "," Come with me , please . " "Nicole , your Fettucini is very ... unique . "," But not as good as your mother's , right ? " " But not as good as your mother's , right ? "," Actually , it's better ... " " Actually , it's better ... ", What ? Are you kidding ? What ? Are you kidding ? , No . It was the only dish she wasn't good at . So we could use you as the new head chef ... No . It was the only dish she wasn't good at . So we could use you as the new head chef ... ," Oh , Uncle Giovanni . That's wonderful ! Thank you ! Thank you ! " " Oh , Uncle Giovanni . That's wonderful ! Thank you ! Thank you ! "," OK , OK . Get back to work . There's someone waiting for you in the kitchen ... " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I want a pair of sport shoes , Jordan . " " Yes , I want a pair of sport shoes , Jordan . ", What size do you want ? What size do you want ? , Size 41 . Size 41 . , Here you are . Here you are . , They fit me . Can you make it a little cheaper ? They fit me . Can you make it a little cheaper ? , It's already on sale now . We have another traditional holiday-the Dragon Boat Festival . , When is it ? When is it ? , It falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month . It falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month . , Could you tell me the origin of the two festivals ? Could you tell me the origin of the two festivals ? ," OK . The Dragon Boat Festival is a way to commemorate a great ancient poet named Quyuan . On that day , people will hold a boat race as a symbol of the attempt to save him who threw himself into the river . " " OK . The Dragon Boat Festival is a way to commemorate a great ancient poet named Quyuan . On that day , people will hold a boat race as a symbol of the attempt to save him who threw himself into the river . ", Why do people eat rice cakes on that day ? Why do people eat rice cakes on that day ? , In order to prevent the fish from eating the poet's body . In order to prevent the fish from eating the poet's body . , It sounds so moving . "Mr . Carmichael , this is Ellen Bower calling again . You had said I should call this week to schedule an interview with you . "," That ’ s right , Ms . Bower . How are you ? I ’ m not sure if I ’ ll be able to fit you in this week , I ’ m afraid . " " That ’ s right , Ms . Bower . How are you ? I ’ m not sure if I ’ ll be able to fit you in this week , I ’ m afraid . "," I understand , Mr . Carmichael . I ’ d be glad to make it some time next week . " " I understand , Mr . Carmichael . I ’ d be glad to make it some time next week . "," All right , then . Why don ’ t we say next Tuesday at 11:30 a . m . ? " "Ladies and gentlemen , dear Mr . Simpson . Following the increasing communication between Unity Company and Pineapple Computer Company , we established steady cooperation . And today we all here feel very proud and honored to have Mr . Simpson with us . Mr . Simpson is well-known for his success and his career . So first of all , let me , on the behalf of all present here , extend our warm welcome and cordial greetings to our distinguished guest . Now let's invite Mr . Simpson to give us his speech . "," I want to show my gratitude for your hospitality . And I believe me trip here will be meaningful and our cooperation will go deeper and stabler in near future . Through the communication , we can know more about each other . Thank you so much for your consideration . " " I want to show my gratitude for your hospitality . And I believe me trip here will be meaningful and our cooperation will go deeper and stabler in near future . Through the communication , we can know more about each other . Thank you so much for your consideration . "," Well , I also hope our cooperation will be never-ending . Thank you again . " Do you have any luggage ? ," Yes , a suitcase and carry-on . " " Yes , a suitcase and carry-on . ", Here's your boarding pass . Have a nice flight . Here's your boarding pass . Have a nice flight . , Thank you . Do you like flowers ? ," Of course , I like flowers . " " Of course , I like flowers . ", What's your favorite flower ? What's your favorite flower ? ," I like peach blossom , because I like spring . " " I like peach blossom , because I like spring . ", Peach blossom is really beautiful . Peach blossom is really beautiful . , Yes . How about you ? Yes . How about you ? , I like lotus . I like lotus . , You have a perfect taste ! You have a perfect taste ! , But there aren't any lotus now . But there aren't any lotus now . , Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms . Yes . It's snowing outside . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms . , That's not bad . Let's go . Are you paid on a commission or salary basis now ? , I'm paid on a salary . I'm paid on a salary . , What's your monthly salary ? What's your monthly salary ? ," At present I get 1,800 yuan per month . " " At present I get 1,800 yuan per month . ", How much do you hope to get a month here ? How much do you hope to get a month here ? , That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience . That's not the problem I care about . You can decide on my capacity and experience . ," If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ? " " If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ? "," Thank you , Mr . Brown . I really appreciate your assistance . " Ow ! ," What's the matter , Andy ? " " What's the matter , Andy ? ", I slipped and fell downstairs . I slipped and fell downstairs . , Have you hurt yourself ? Have you hurt yourself ? ," Yes , I have . I think that I've hurt my back . " " Yes , I have . I think that I've hurt my back . ", Try and stand up . Can you stand up ? Here . Let me help you . Try and stand up . Can you stand up ? Here . Let me help you . ," I'm sorry , Lucy . I'm afraid that I can't get up . " " I'm sorry , Lucy . I'm afraid that I can't get up . "," I think that the doctor had better see you . I'll telephone Dr Carter . The doctor says that he will come at once . I'm sure that you need an X-ray , Andy . " "This is IBA Bank , Claire speaking , how may I help you ? "," Oh , hello , yes , arm ... I've just lost my bank stuff . " " Oh , hello , yes , arm ... I've just lost my bank stuff . "," I'm sorry , could you be a little more specific ? " " I'm sorry , could you be a little more specific ? "," You know my bank stuff . My card , my book ... " " You know my bank stuff . My card , my book ... "," OK , I will have to take some details from you . Could you tell me your name , please ? " " OK , I will have to take some details from you . Could you tell me your name , please ? ", Jim Chan . The account's in my name . Is that all you need to know ? Jim Chan . The account's in my name . Is that all you need to know ? ," Not quite , Sir . We will need to also know the account number , the deposited amount and your PIN number . You will also have to come in and fill out some forms . " "John , I ’ Ve asked you not to smoke in here ! I don ’ t want to see you smoking in my office again . "," I ’ m sorry , Ms . Fairbanks . I won ’ t let it happen again . " " I ’ m sorry , Ms . Fairbanks . I won ’ t let it happen again . "," That ’ s what you said the last time ! If you want to smoke , you ’ ll have to use your break time and go outside ! " " That ’ s what you said the last time ! If you want to smoke , you ’ ll have to use your break time and go outside ! "," I understand , Ms . Fairbanks . " How should we commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university ? We have been given quite a large budget to pay for some events . , We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students . We could have a firework display . We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students . We could have a firework display . , Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors ? Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors ? ," If we do , too many people might attend . Perhaps we should invited all of them , but make a small charge to attend . " " If we do , too many people might attend . Perhaps we should invited all of them , but make a small charge to attend . "," Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities . " " Good idea . We should also hold a series of presentations . We could have presentations on the history of the university , the courses we offer , and our links with other universities . ", Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives . Good idea ! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives . , We could have another on the successes of graduates from here . We could have another on the successes of graduates from here . ," I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that . " " I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know , T-shirts , mugs , plates , pens , and things like that . "," That ’ s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university . " " That ’ s an excellent idea . Hopefully , we would be able to make a profit ! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university . ", I ’ m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni . I ’ m looking forward to reading that . We could have book signings by famous professors an alumni . , A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film . A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film . ," I ’ m sure that will be very popular .. OK , let ’ s think about how we can put these ideas into practice . " Why didn ’ t you call me last night ? , Because I went out . Because I went out . , Why didn ’ t you phone me from a callboy ? Why didn ’ t you phone me from a callboy ? , I didn ’ t have any change . I didn ’ t have any change . , Tell me why you didn ’ t come to see me tonight then . Tell me why you didn ’ t come to see me tonight then . , I don ’ t like all your questions . That ’ s why . Welcome to IBA . What can we do for you ? ," It's a bit of a problem situation , actually ... you see , our company has a Corporate Account with you , but unfortunately , we've been experiencing cash flow problems recently . " " It's a bit of a problem situation , actually ... you see , our company has a Corporate Account with you , but unfortunately , we've been experiencing cash flow problems recently . "," I'm sorry to hear that . We value all of our customers , regardless of circumstances . What can we do to help ? " " I'm sorry to hear that . We value all of our customers , regardless of circumstances . What can we do to help ? "," We are going to need a loan . I'm not sure what loan is suitable for us , though . " " We are going to need a loan . I'm not sure what loan is suitable for us , though . "," If you think it will be very short-term , I would recommend you go with the 60 - day loan . Then it can be paid back quicker , so you won't have to consider it in the future . " " If you think it will be very short-term , I would recommend you go with the 60 - day loan . Then it can be paid back quicker , so you won't have to consider it in the future . "," That seems like a good idea , it's for wages , you see . " "John , I was talking to the travel agent about where we might be taking our vacation this year . "," I am going fishing in Alaska with my friend , Mark . " " I am going fishing in Alaska with my friend , Mark . ", What are you talking about ? What are you talking about ? , What's wrong with heading out with Mark for vacation ? What's wrong with heading out with Mark for vacation ? ," You and I have been together for a whole year , and our vacation time should be about the two of us ! " " You and I have been together for a whole year , and our vacation time should be about the two of us ! ", Really ? Who made that rule up ? Really ? Who made that rule up ? ," With that attitude , I don't really think we have much more to discuss here . " " With that attitude , I don't really think we have much more to discuss here . ", That works for me ! Can I still catch T107 for Xiamen ? ," Sorry , sir . The train has already left . " " Sorry , sir . The train has already left . ", That's too bad . Can I take another train ? That's too bad . Can I take another train ? , Yes . Your ticket is valid for three days . Yes . Your ticket is valid for three days . , That's great ! I will take the next train . That's great ! I will take the next train . , You have to have your ticket checked . You have to have your ticket checked . , Shall I pay extra charge ? Shall I pay extra charge ? , No extra charge at all . But your berth will be invalid . Is the view going to be ok ? ," Don ’ t worry , you did a good job and it should be fine . " " Don ’ t worry , you did a good job and it should be fine . ", I ’ ll do my best . I ’ ll do my best . , That ’ s the way to go . "Mary , I heard you moved again . ", Yeah . I could not stand living here . There is always much noise in the neighborhood . Yeah . I could not stand living here . There is always much noise in the neighborhood . , You mean noise ? How could it be ? You mean noise ? How could it be ? ," You know , on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning , our neighbour started to raise Cain . " "Mary , this is your homeroom . It's 213 . Remember that . ", What's a homeroom ? What's a homeroom ? ," You sit in there , listen to the morning announcement with other kids , and then you go to your classes . " " You sit in there , listen to the morning announcement with other kids , and then you go to your classes . "," Cindy , I'm scared . " " Cindy , I'm scared . ", But I have to go to my homeroom . But I have to go to my homeroom . , Do we have the same classes today ? Do we have the same classes today ? , No . No . , Do you think the school can put us in the same homeroom ? Do you think the school can put us in the same homeroom ? ," Stop worrying , Mary . You'll do just fine . " "Excuse me , miss . I'm a transit passenger for Flight No . 207 . Can you tell me where to go ? ", Let me see . Your plane leaves from Gate 12 . You should go to Gate 12 to board your plane Let me see . Your plane leaves from Gate 12 . You should go to Gate 12 to board your plane , Where's Gate 12 ? Where's Gate 12 ? ," Take the escalator over there and turn left , you'll see the sign . " " Take the escalator over there and turn left , you'll see the sign . ", Thank you very much . "I think mum should not take sides . After all , we are all her children . ", But our younger sister is the apple of her eye . But our younger sister is the apple of her eye . , It ’ s unfair . It ’ s unfair . ," Well , we can do nothing about it . " I'd like you to do me a favor . , What is it ? What is it ? , Can you mail this at the post office for me ? I have to go to the doctor for an appointment and I don't have enough time to go to the post office . Can you mail this at the post office for me ? I have to go to the doctor for an appointment and I don't have enough time to go to the post office . , Sure . And I'd like you to get some cold medicine for me when you go to the doctor's . Are you telling us a lie again ? , I will be hanged if I lying . I will be hanged if I lying . , All right . But what was the trouble ? All right . But what was the trouble ? , My car run out of petrol . "The boss announces the pay raise today , right ? How much do you think we'll get ? ", No idea . Your guess is as good as mine . No idea . Your guess is as good as mine . , It better be more than last year . It better be more than last year . ," Well , anything is better than nothing . Wait and see . " "Check out , sir ? "," Yes , would you please call me a taxi first ? " " Yes , would you please call me a taxi first ? ", No problem.How would you like to pay ? No problem.How would you like to pay ? , Credit card please . Here you are . Hello ! How do I get more amenities ? ," I'm sorry , sir . I'm not sure I understand . " " I'm sorry , sir . I'm not sure I understand . "," I'm talking about the free stuff , like soap and shampoo . " " I'm talking about the free stuff , like soap and shampoo . "," Oh , I see . So , you're saying that you've already run out of your amenities . " " Oh , I see . So , you're saying that you've already run out of your amenities . "," No , no . I've got plenty left . " " No , no . I've got plenty left . ", Now I'm confused again ! What is the problem ? Now I'm confused again ! What is the problem ? , What am I going to do about souvenirs ? What am I going to do about souvenirs ? ," Oh , I get it ! You want souvenirs ! " " Oh , I get it ! You want souvenirs ! "," Yes , I've got enough soap for my use , but no extra soap for souvenirs . " " Yes , I've got enough soap for my use , but no extra soap for souvenirs . "," Sir , our souvenir shop carries all those items , and as a guest you get a discount . " " Sir , our souvenir shop carries all those items , and as a guest you get a discount . ", Please ! Free souvenirs are the only true souvenirs . Please ! Free souvenirs are the only true souvenirs . ," I understand completely , sir . Housekeeping will bring you souvenirs in just a moment . " Do you know who Ammo Hung is ? ," Of course . He is now 50 years old . And he started out studying alembics , singing , dancing and martial arts at the age of nine , and has tarred in 140 kung fu films . He has also become an independent producer and director . " " Of course . He is now 50 years old . And he started out studying alembics , singing , dancing and martial arts at the age of nine , and has tarred in 140 kung fu films . He has also become an independent producer and director . ", You know only one aspect of him . Do you know what he would do in the kitchen ? You know only one aspect of him . Do you know what he would do in the kitchen ? , I have no idea . Tell me . I have no idea . Tell me . ," In the kitchen , with his wife by his side he still puts on quite a dinner time show . " " In the kitchen , with his wife by his side he still puts on quite a dinner time show . ", What does he do there ? What does he do there ? ," Imagine a chef chopping vegetables on fast forward . Picture a man making a stir-fry , tossing the mixture up in the air , and then catching it , every last bit , in his work . And his culinary motto is ' Enjoy the moment . ' If you want to know hey theycook , visit www.StudioClassroom.com.tw for the recipe . " What colour is her hair ? ," Oh , blonde , she's very blonde ... quite short hair ... " " Oh , blonde , she's very blonde ... quite short hair ... "," What , curly ? " " What , curly ? "," No , not at all . Very straight . Her hair comes down like this ... just over the ears . " " No , not at all . Very straight . Her hair comes down like this ... just over the ears . ", Does she wear glasses ? Does she wear glasses ? , No ... no . I think you're thinking of someone else . No ... no . I think you're thinking of someone else . , No . I'm sure I know her . No . I'm sure I know her . ," Er ... what else can I tell you ? Er ... she's got ... er a ... round face , a very round face , and a very big mouth , sort of wide mouth , when she laughs , her face is all mouth . " " Er ... what else can I tell you ? Er ... she's got ... er a ... round face , a very round face , and a very big mouth , sort of wide mouth , when she laughs , her face is all mouth . "," Ah ... No , I can't place her . " "Hello , sir . Can I help you ? ", Yes . I want to apply for a job you posted on the Internet yesterday . Yes . I want to apply for a job you posted on the Internet yesterday . , What ’ s the job title ? What ’ s the job title ? , Service Technician . How can I apply for this position ? Service Technician . How can I apply for this position ? , You need to fill out an Application Form . You need to fill out an Application Form . , Where is it ? Where is it ? , It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ’ t leave any blank spaces . When you ’ re done bring the application to me . It is on the desk over there . Be sure to fill out everything . Don ’ t leave any blank spaces . When you ’ re done bring the application to me . , Okay . Thanks . Good afternoon ! ," Hi , how are you doing ? " " Hi , how are you doing ? "," Fine , thanks . I am Wang Lin . " " Fine , thanks . I am Wang Lin . "," Glad to meet you , Wang Lin . I am Mary . " " Glad to meet you , Wang Lin . I am Mary . ", Is this your first time in Beijing ? Is this your first time in Beijing ? ," Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred . " " Yes . My company has an office here , and I have just been transferred . "," Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me . " " Here is my phone number . If you need anyone to show you around , call me . ", Great . I would like that . Haven't run into you for ages ! , It really is.You ' Ve changed so much . It really is.You ' Ve changed so much . , Really ? "Sir , how can I help you ? ", I'd like a one-inch photo for my interview . I'd like a one-inch photo for my interview . ," OK , please take a seat . Look at here . Head up . Done . " " OK , please take a seat . Look at here . Head up . Done . ", I want to fetch them in 3 days . Can you tell me where I can park ? , Are you driving a motorcycle or an automobile ? Are you driving a motorcycle or an automobile ? , I drive an automobile . I drive an automobile . , Fine . You can either park in the student lot or on the street . Do you know what a handicapped space is ? Fine . You can either park in the student lot or on the street . Do you know what a handicapped space is ? ," Yes , I have seen those spots . " " Yes , I have seen those spots . "," Well , when you see the blue spots with the handicapped logo , do not park there unless you have a special permit . Are you going to be parking in the daytime or the evening ? " " Well , when you see the blue spots with the handicapped logo , do not park there unless you have a special permit . Are you going to be parking in the daytime or the evening ? ", I park in the evenings . I park in the evenings . , Then you also need to be aware of the time limits on the street signs . Have you seen those signs ? Then you also need to be aware of the time limits on the street signs . Have you seen those signs ? ," Yes , I have seen those signs . " " Yes , I have seen those signs . ", The signs always tell you how long you can park there and on what days . Do you know how to read the curb colors ? The signs always tell you how long you can park there and on what days . Do you know how to read the curb colors ? ," Yes , I know what the curb colors mean . " " Yes , I know what the curb colors mean . "," Well , just as long as you realize that red means no parking and white means loading and unloading , I think you know what you need to know . " "Mike ! What's going on , man ! Long time no see ! "," Hey , Pat ! Yeah , I haven ’ t seen you in ages ! How is going ? " " Hey , Pat ! Yeah , I haven ’ t seen you in ages ! How is going ? "," Things doing great ! It ’ s funny running into you like this . Smell well , just last week I ran into Matt as well . " " Things doing great ! It ’ s funny running into you like this . Smell well , just last week I ran into Matt as well . ", Yeah ? How ’ s he doing ? Yeah ? How ’ s he doing ? , He ’ s doing well . We went out for a couple of beers and the funniest thing happened . He ’ s doing well . We went out for a couple of beers and the funniest thing happened . , Oh yeah ? Oh yeah ? ," Well , we were talking and catching up on what we ’ Ve been doing , talking about work and family , when all of a sudden , Matt saw a mouse run under his chair and he completely lost it ! He started freaking out , and screaming ... " " Well , we were talking and catching up on what we ’ Ve been doing , talking about work and family , when all of a sudden , Matt saw a mouse run under his chair and he completely lost it ! He started freaking out , and screaming ... "," Ha ha , really ? " " Ha ha , really ? "," Yeah , and the funniest thing was , that he jumped on to his chair and started shrieking like a girl . You had to be there ! Everyone was staring and laughing ... it was hilarious ! " What kind of account do you prefer ? Checking account or savings account ? , I would like to open a checking account . I would like to open a checking account . ," Ok , please just fill out this form and show us your ID card . " " Ok , please just fill out this form and show us your ID card . ", Here you are . Tell me about how you work here . , We work in teams . There are about four to six people in each team . I'm training to be a team leader . Each team member is responsible for the quality of the goods we produce . We are multi-skilled so we can rotate jobs . I like that . It stops the work getting boring . Do you like our new history teacher ? , I'm fed up with his endless talking . I'm fed up with his endless talking . , You can't say that ! He's a very knowledgeable person . You can't say that ! He's a very knowledgeable person . , I can't see it . How ’ s the food ? , It ’ s pretty good . It ’ s pretty good . , Well I don ’ t think so . I don ’ t like it at all ! Well I don ’ t think so . I don ’ t like it at all ! , I ’ m afraid you ’ re being too particular about your food . I ’ m afraid you ’ re being too particular about your food . , I eat dog food when my parents are out . I eat dog food when my parents are out . , We ’ re in the same boat ! I ’ Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now . We ’ re in the same boat ! I ’ Ve eaten fast food the whole week . I hate it now . , Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition ! Poor us ! All this junk food lacks nutrition ! , Let ’ s dine out tonight for a change ! Let ’ s dine out tonight for a change ! , Good idea ! "Good morning . Vane Theater , at your service . ", Hello . I'm thinking about watching a Chinese traditional opera with a foreign girl . What's on this weekend ? Hello . I'm thinking about watching a Chinese traditional opera with a foreign girl . What's on this weekend ? ," Well , there will be charity performance on Saturday night . And also , there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night . " " Well , there will be charity performance on Saturday night . And also , there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night . ", It's a good thing that I have choices here . Can you tell me about the one on Saturday ? It's a good thing that I have choices here . Can you tell me about the one on Saturday ? , Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless . Sure . It's to raise money for the homeless . , What about the performance itself ? What about the performance itself ? ," Oh , it's a reserved opera named The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven . " " Oh , it's a reserved opera named The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven . "," Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite . " " Wow , a story about the clever Monkey King . It's a classic and children's favorite . ", It surely is . And the cast is really the best . It surely is . And the cast is really the best . , Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ? Wonderful ! How much is the ticket ? ," The price varies according to the seats . 300 for the front , 200 for the middle , and 50 for the back . " Hello . May I help you ? ," Yes , please . I've been here for nearly two months , but I still haven ’ t found a job . Do you think you can find one for me ? " " Yes , please . I've been here for nearly two months , but I still haven ’ t found a job . Do you think you can find one for me ? "," Don ’ t worry , we ’ ll try to help you . Will you please fill out this form ? " " Don ’ t worry , we ’ ll try to help you . Will you please fill out this form ? ", What ’ s this form for ? What ’ s this form for ? ," This is for registration . After you have given us your personal details , we'll match these against new jobs as they come in . And we ’ ll contact you when there is a job that suits you . " " This is for registration . After you have given us your personal details , we'll match these against new jobs as they come in . And we ’ ll contact you when there is a job that suits you . ", That's great . But how long do I have to wait ? That's great . But how long do I have to wait ? ," Maybe several weeks , maybe several months . It's hard to tell . " " Maybe several weeks , maybe several months . It's hard to tell . "," Oh , dear . How can I wait for such a long time ? " " Oh , dear . How can I wait for such a long time ? "," Actually , many jobs are filled by people who select vacancies from the display boards there . " " Actually , many jobs are filled by people who select vacancies from the display boards there . "," Then , what do you think I should do ? " " Then , what do you think I should do ? "," My advice is to keep looking for jobs yourself . Check the job boards at the job center regularly and check the newspapers daily . If you have friends or relatives here , ask them for help , too . " " My advice is to keep looking for jobs yourself . Check the job boards at the job center regularly and check the newspapers daily . If you have friends or relatives here , ask them for help , too . ", I see . Thank you very much for your advice . Bye . I see . Thank you very much for your advice . Bye . , Keep in touch . "Hello , is Jennifer in ? "," I am sorry , you have the wrong number . " " I am sorry , you have the wrong number . "," Oh , I am really sorry . " Can you help me do an internet search ? , Sure . What do you want to find ? Sure . What do you want to find ? , I want to find information on the American Civil War . I want to find information on the American Civil War . ," Well , can you be more specific ? There are a lot of websites about that . " " Well , can you be more specific ? There are a lot of websites about that . "," Yes , I want to know about the battle of Gettysburg . " " Yes , I want to know about the battle of Gettysburg . "," O . K . Well , go to google.com , and type in “ Battle of Gettysburg . ” " " O . K . Well , go to google.com , and type in “ Battle of Gettysburg . ” "," Oh wow , there are a lot of sites . " " Oh wow , there are a lot of sites . "," Here , try this one . It ’ s a good site about Gettysburg . " " Here , try this one . It ’ s a good site about Gettysburg . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," For detailed information , however , you should read a history book . " " For detailed information , however , you should read a history book . "," Thanks . If I ’ m interested , I ’ ll go to the library . " We are on the way to the Wall Street . ," Excuse me , miss . What's the tour time we have ? " " Excuse me , miss . What's the tour time we have ? ", 2 hours and we will meet beside our bus . It's over there . 2 hours and we will meet beside our bus . It's over there . , Got it . Thank you . Who's that over here ? , That's the new teacher . That's the new teacher . , What do you think of the teacher ? What do you think of the teacher ? , She's very nice . She's very nice . , What does she teach ? What does she teach ? ," English , of course . " " English , of course . ", Is she your teacher ? Is she your teacher ? , Yes . She teaches our class three times a week . Yes . She teaches our class three times a week . , Can she speak Chinese to her students ? Can she speak Chinese to her students ? , Not very much . Not very much . , It's a good thing you can speak English ! "I'm taking a date to a restaurant , so could you please direct me to a good one ? ", But of course ! How much are you thinking of spending on dinner ? But of course ! How much are you thinking of spending on dinner ? ," She deserves nothing but the best , of course . " " She deserves nothing but the best , of course . "," In that case , I would suggest our own hotel restaurant . The chef , the food , and the service are outstanding . " " In that case , I would suggest our own hotel restaurant . The chef , the food , and the service are outstanding . ", I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ? I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant . Do you have another one in mind ? ," You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees . " " You can always go to Gramercy Tavern . It's quite popular , despite its expensive entrees . ", Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me . Great food and lots of patrons ? What more could I want ? Please reserve a table for me . ," Yes , sir . You're going to have a great time . " "OK ... well , then how much is one jin ? "," Ginseng comes in 6 different grades . It runs from 5,000 to 30,000 NT a jin . " " Ginseng comes in 6 different grades . It runs from 5,000 to 30,000 NT a jin . "," 30,000 NT for ginseng ? ! Do I have to buy a whole jin ? " " 30,000 NT for ginseng ? ! Do I have to buy a whole jin ? ", You can get a liang if you want . A liang is one-sixteenth of a jin . That would be 330NT . You can get a liang if you want . A liang is one-sixteenth of a jin . That would be 330NT . , Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs . Whew ! That sounds more like my price range . I'll take two liangs . , I'll have my brother cut some for you . I'll have my brother cut some for you . , This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ? This little red fruit looks good . What's it good for ? ," That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon ! " " That's a lucky fruit called hong zat ! People say that if you eat them , you will have your first son very soon ! "," Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ? " " Uh ... , I'm not even married yet . How about this brown dried fruit ? "," Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life ! " " Gui yuan are lucky , too ! If you eat them , you'll have a very sweet life ! ", And how about these little brown chips ? And how about these little brown chips ? ," Oh , that's deer horn . That helps you ... umm , how should I put it ? " I'm going to need a taxi . , You don't have to restrict yourself to a taxi . We can offer you a private vehicle . You don't have to restrict yourself to a taxi . We can offer you a private vehicle . ," A private vehicle , huh ? No , a taxi is okay . " " A private vehicle , huh ? No , a taxi is okay . ", Some people find a limo to be much more comfortable than a taxi . Some people find a limo to be much more comfortable than a taxi . ," No , I wouldn't be caught dead in a limo . " " No , I wouldn't be caught dead in a limo . ", No upgrade of any kind . And where might you be going ? No upgrade of any kind . And where might you be going ? , I'm headed to Rockefeller Center . I'm headed to Rockefeller Center . , When shall I tell the taxi to be here ? When shall I tell the taxi to be here ? , Right now . Right now . ," The taxi will be here immediately , sir . " " The taxi will be here immediately , sir . "," Good , I'm leaving my room in about one minute . " " Good , I'm leaving my room in about one minute . "," You won't have to wait a second , sir . " "Why not go to the supermarket today , the coupon will be past due in three days . ", Sure . Can we use it in Today Supermarket ? Sure . Can we use it in Today Supermarket ? ," Let me check . Yes , we can . " " Let me check . Yes , we can . ", I really don't know what to buy . Do you like traveling ? , Yes . I ’ Ve just come back from Scotland . Yes . I ’ Ve just come back from Scotland . , Where did you visit ? Where did you visit ? , I only had time to visit Edinburgh . I only had time to visit Edinburgh . , How did you like it ? How did you like it ? , It ’ s fantastic . It ’ s fantastic . , Where did you go there . Where did you go there . , I went to there on business . I went to there on business . , And do you have friend there ? And do you have friend there ? ," Yes , a lot of friends . " " Yes , a lot of friends . ", You must enjoy yourself . You must enjoy yourself . , Yes . And I took many pictures . "Oh , my god . I am so heavy now . I gain 10 kilos . ", I am going to the gym . Do you want to come with me ? I am going to the gym . Do you want to come with me ? , I think I should go . I really need to lose some weight . I think I should go . I really need to lose some weight . ," Then , I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes . " " Then , I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes . ", 0K.See you then . 0K.See you then . , Do you have your member card with you ? Do you have your member card with you ? ," Nope , I do not have a membership yet . " " Nope , I do not have a membership yet . ", Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it . Well I have a guest ticket . You can use it . ," That is so nice of you . If I like the service and the training equipment , I think I well join the club . " Who broke my chair ? , It wasn't me . "Excuse me , are you Jane ? "," No , I'm Mary . " " No , I'm Mary . "," Oh , are you in Class Four ? " " Oh , are you in Class Four ? "," No , I'm in Class There . " Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your work ? , Of course ! It is the No . 1 stressor in my life . You know job stress has become a very common problem these days . So we must learn to cope with it . Of course ! It is the No . 1 stressor in my life . You know job stress has become a very common problem these days . So we must learn to cope with it . , Totally agree . What is your solution ? Totally agree . What is your solution ? ," Well , there are two causes of job stress . One is employee characteristic and the other is company condition . So if we want to manage job stress , both we and the companies should do something . For me , I am trying to balance work and leisure time . You know , all work and no play make Jack a dull boy . " " Well , there are two causes of job stress . One is employee characteristic and the other is company condition . So if we want to manage job stress , both we and the companies should do something . For me , I am trying to balance work and leisure time . You know , all work and no play make Jack a dull boy . ", You seem to have a very relaxed outlook . You seem to have a very relaxed outlook . , It is necessary . Positive attitude helps to prevent stress . It is necessary . Positive attitude helps to prevent stress . ," But I don ’ t think we can change our working condition . Anyway , we are not the bosses . " " But I don ’ t think we can change our working condition . Anyway , we are not the bosses . "," I heard some companies are providing stress management training and making changes inside them , like avoiding unrealistic deadlines and organizing relaxation activities . Our boss is a smart person . He will be learning from that if he would like to an efficient and healthy team . " I have a resume here . ," What's your name , please ? " " What's your name , please ? "," David , Chou . " " David , Chou . "," Oh , yes Mr.Chou . We have been looking forward to this . " " Oh , yes Mr.Chou . We have been looking forward to this . "," These are all my personal documents about my education and working experience you asked for . And I have to be off for an important meeting now . If you think I am right for the job , please keep me informed . " " These are all my personal documents about my education and working experience you asked for . And I have to be off for an important meeting now . If you think I am right for the job , please keep me informed . "," Ok , I will call you if you give me your name card . " " Ok , I will call you if you give me your name card . "," I am sorry , but I don't have one with me right now . " " I am sorry , but I don't have one with me right now . "," In that case , just tell me your phone number . " " In that case , just tell me your phone number . ", It's 687 3452 . Is your website address ' www . zhilian . com . CN ' ? , Not exactly . Our address is ' www . zhilian-zhaopin . com . CN ' . Not exactly . Our address is ' www . zhilian-zhaopin . com . CN ' . ," I am sorry , could you repeat it please ? " " I am sorry , could you repeat it please ? ", Of course . The website is ' www . zhilian - zhaopin . com . CN ' . I'm looking for a gift for my daughter . , How about a laptop ? How about a laptop ? ," Yes , she needs something to help her at school . " " Yes , she needs something to help her at school . ", How about a Mac ? How about a Mac ? , That sounds good . How much is one ? That sounds good . How much is one ? ," Our newest 15 - inch Pro is only $ 2,100 . " " Our newest 15 - inch Pro is only $ 2,100 . "," Only $ 2,100 ? Okay , let me have one . " " Only $ 2,100 ? Okay , let me have one . "," That's great . Will that be cash , check , or credit card ? " " That's great . Will that be cash , check , or credit card ? ", Let me dig my VISA out of my purse . Let me dig my VISA out of my purse . ," Okay , if you'll just sign here , please . " " Okay , if you'll just sign here , please . ", Do I need to buy anything else ? Do I need to buy anything else ? , All she has to do is open the box and follow the instructions . All she has to do is open the box and follow the instructions . , Thank you so much . Thank you so much . ," Thank you . If you have any problems , just call . " Which service offered by your bank do you use most ? ," I use several services . Of course , I deposit and withdraw money quite often . I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account . I use my bank to exchange money from one currency to another . I often travel abroad , you see . " " I use several services . Of course , I deposit and withdraw money quite often . I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account . I use my bank to exchange money from one currency to another . I often travel abroad , you see . ", Do you ever ask you bank for traveller ’ s cheques ? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around . Do you ever ask you bank for traveller ’ s cheques ? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around . ," I sometimes use traveller ’ s cheques , but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash . " " I sometimes use traveller ’ s cheques , but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash . ", Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit . Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills ? I use direct debit . ," Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines . " " Yes , I do . It save me a lot of time . I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines . ", That ’ s good idea . You don ’ t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too . That ’ s good idea . You don ’ t need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that . I suppose you have a mortgage too . , Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ’ s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others . Yes . My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage . There ’ s a lot of competition between banks nowadays . Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others . ," I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher . " " I have a deposit account with my bank . There are some restrictions on withdrawing money , but the interest rate is much higher . ", I don ’ t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ’ s cheap and easy to use . I don ’ t have one . I prefer to buy shares . My bank also provides a share trading service . It ’ s cheap and easy to use . , That ’ s great . But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain . "Darling , I am back . What are you doing ? "," I am washing clothes . Are you hungry now ? Wait for a moment , I'll cook dinner for you . ( Steven bends his brows ) " " I am washing clothes . Are you hungry now ? Wait for a moment , I'll cook dinner for you . ( Steven bends his brows ) "," B , should we get a maid ? " " B , should we get a maid ? ", I can do all the housework . We don't need a maid . I can do all the housework . We don't need a maid . ," You have worked very hard in the office . If we can get someone to help you , you can have more rest . " " You have worked very hard in the office . If we can get someone to help you , you can have more rest . ", We really don't need to . We really don't need to . ," You are a good wife , Julia . But you must take care of yourself . " " You are a good wife , Julia . But you must take care of yourself . ", Give me some time to think about it . "Good afternoon , Miss Qi . ", Good afternoon.It ' s very nice to see you again . Good afternoon.It ' s very nice to see you again . , How are you feeling today ? How are you feeling today ? ," I'm much better.The stomachache is gone , and the doctor is about to give me another endoscope examination to see whether the ulcer has healed . " " I'm much better.The stomachache is gone , and the doctor is about to give me another endoscope examination to see whether the ulcer has healed . "," That's good.Well , these are for you . I hope you will like them . " " That's good.Well , these are for you . I hope you will like them . ", How beautiful they are ! Thank you so much . How beautiful they are ! Thank you so much . , I've also brought some magazines for you . I hope they'll keep you from getting bored while you're in the hospital . I've also brought some magazines for you . I hope they'll keep you from getting bored while you're in the hospital . , You're so thoughtful ! You're so thoughtful ! , It's time for me to leave . I hope you will recover soon.See you later . It's time for me to leave . I hope you will recover soon.See you later . , Thank you for coming.Good - bye . "Hey , young lady , get back here and have some breakfast . ", Dad ! I don't have time ! I'll be late for school ! Dad ! I don't have time ! I'll be late for school ! , You won't make it through the day without breakfast . You won't make it through the day without breakfast . ," Dad , I never eat breakfast . " " Dad , I never eat breakfast . ", Breakfast is brain food . Maybe that's why your grades are Suffering . Breakfast is brain food . Maybe that's why your grades are Suffering . , Uh ! Dad ! Uh ! Dad ! ," Don't ' Uh , Dad ' me . Sit down and have some lovely breakfast . " " Don't ' Uh , Dad ' me . Sit down and have some lovely breakfast . ", Alright . You win . Please pass the brain food . How do you get along with your co-workers ? , I get along pretty well with most of them . I get along pretty well with most of them . , So how do you develop good relationships in the office ? So how do you develop good relationships in the office ? , I think the key point is to be considerate of your co-workers ' feelings and needs and make a good working environment . I think the key point is to be considerate of your co-workers ' feelings and needs and make a good working environment . ," I think you ’ re right , but it does seem that there are always a few coworkers that are harder to work with than others . " "Tony , could you tell me if there are any special rules about the job ? ", Working hours are from 8: 30 a . m . to 5:00 p . m . Be sure not to be late or absent . Report to the manager by filling in the ' Monthly Report ' every month . Working hours are from 8: 30 a . m . to 5:00 p . m . Be sure not to be late or absent . Report to the manager by filling in the ' Monthly Report ' every month . , Is there anything else ? How about my salary ? Is there anything else ? How about my salary ? ," Our company has a strict and reasonable salary standard . On the 20th day of every month , you can get your salary on time . Benefits depend upon the length of service and the employee's past attendance record . " " Our company has a strict and reasonable salary standard . On the 20th day of every month , you can get your salary on time . Benefits depend upon the length of service and the employee's past attendance record . "," Wow , thank you for telling me these . Do you mind telling me something else , like attendance record , holiday , and how to ask for leave ? " " Wow , thank you for telling me these . Do you mind telling me something else , like attendance record , holiday , and how to ask for leave ? "," All new members are likely to ask the same questions . Haha . I can understand that . Every month you have three days off , besides the weekends and some important holidays . After you've been here for a year , you qualify for a one-week vacation . The leave less than a half-day should predict for an hour , and more than a half-day should predict three days . " " All new members are likely to ask the same questions . Haha . I can understand that . Every month you have three days off , besides the weekends and some important holidays . After you've been here for a year , you qualify for a one-week vacation . The leave less than a half-day should predict for an hour , and more than a half-day should predict three days . "," Okay , that's good . I get it . " You guys are charging me $ 10 for a movie that I never ordered or saw . ," Let's see , sir . According to your file , you watched ' Titanic ' Monday evening . " " Let's see , sir . According to your file , you watched ' Titanic ' Monday evening . "," Well , the wrong information is in my file . I was at a concert Monday night . " " Well , the wrong information is in my file . I was at a concert Monday night . "," Well , your word overrules the file , sir . One moment , please . " " Well , your word overrules the file , sir . One moment , please . ", I knew you'd see it my way . I knew you'd see it my way . ," Sir , I deleted the $ 10 , but I had to add a $ 2 service charge to your bill . " " Sir , I deleted the $ 10 , but I had to add a $ 2 service charge to your bill . ", Am I in the Twilight Zone ? You're charging me for a movie I never saw ? Am I in the Twilight Zone ? You're charging me for a movie I never saw ? ," Please don't blame me , sir . Blame the computer programmer . " " Please don't blame me , sir . Blame the computer programmer . ", This is highway robbery . I've got a good mind to call the police ! This is highway robbery . I've got a good mind to call the police ! ," If it makes you feel any better , other guests feel the same way . " "Miss Wang , how do you do ? I ’ m Allan James , the director of human recourse department of this company . "," How do you do , Mr . James ? Thank you for asking me to come in . " " How do you do , Mr . James ? Thank you for asking me to come in . "," Not at all . Please sit down , then we can begin . " " Not at all . Please sit down , then we can begin . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate . " " As you know , Miss Wang , we are looking for an executive secretary with business background and good English skills . We looked into your resume and thought you might be a good candidate . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Today ’ s interview is for us to get to know a little about you . And the interview will last a little bit longer . So , if you ’ re comfortable , I want to ask you some questions . " "This room is unfit for humans . I want another room , and I want a refund for tonight . "," Perhaps if you would be kind enough to tell me the problem , sir . " " Perhaps if you would be kind enough to tell me the problem , sir . "," In a word , cockroaches ! " " In a word , cockroaches ! "," Oh , no , are they back ? I'll give you another room immediately , sir , and a refund for tonight . " " Oh , no , are they back ? I'll give you another room immediately , sir , and a refund for tonight . ", Thank you . I'm glad that you don't believe that your guests are liars . Thank you . I'm glad that you don't believe that your guests are liars . ," Sir , without happy guests , we are nothing . " Did you play football yesterday ? ," Yes , I played with Tony and John . " " Yes , I played with Tony and John . ", What did you do after you'd played football ? What did you do after you'd played football ? , We all went swimming . We all went swimming . , Are you going swimming again this afternoon ? Are you going swimming again this afternoon ? ," No , we aren't . We're going to help Mr Smith to plant some flowers . " " No , we aren't . We're going to help Mr Smith to plant some flowers . ", Are you helping him all afternoon ? Are you helping him all afternoon ? ," Yes , we are . We can neither play football nor do our homework today . " " Yes , we are . We can neither play football nor do our homework today . "," You're , going to be very busy . " " You're , going to be very busy . "," Yes , we certainly are . But Mr Smith is going to pay us for all the work we'll do . " How can I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to look at some of your products . " " Yes , I would like to look at some of your products . ", Did you have anything specific in mind ? Did you have anything specific in mind ? ," Well , to be honest , I mostly use Sarah Winter products now.But I'm not happy with them . So I would like to change companies . " " Well , to be honest , I mostly use Sarah Winter products now.But I'm not happy with them . So I would like to change companies . "," Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean.We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers . " " Well , you made a good choice . Coming to us , I mean.We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers . ", What do you have in foundation ? What do you have in foundation ? , Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients.It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 . Our foundation is very high quality . Only the finest ingredients.It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8 . , What colors do you have in foundation ? What colors do you have in foundation ? , Let me show you.We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige . Let me show you.We have this rose color . We also have different shades of beige . , The color I use now is rose.How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle . The color I use now is rose.How much does this rose foundation cost ? The 100ml bottle . ," In this size , we sell it for 53.95 . " " In this size , we sell it for 53.95 . ", Wow ! That's expensive . Wow ! That's expensive . ," What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients.It is a very high quality product . " " What you're paying for , Ma'am , are the ingredients.It is a very high quality product . ", I understand . I need some mascara too.Do you have a good thickening mascara ? I understand . I need some mascara too.Do you have a good thickening mascara ? , Of course . Here is our thickening mascara.We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes . Of course . Here is our thickening mascara.We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes . , Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too.Do you have a color chart I can look at ? Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too.Do you have a color chart I can look at ? , We have a very wide selection of colors.And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin.So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ? We have a very wide selection of colors.And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin.So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ? ," Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first . " " Oh , sure . I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first . ", I can help you with that . I can help you with that . , Thank you . Can I help you ? ," Yes , is there any vacant room for tomorrow ? " " Yes , is there any vacant room for tomorrow ? ", I am sorry . We are full up for tomorrow . I am sorry . We are full up for tomorrow . ," Well , is there any other hotel nearby ? " " Well , is there any other hotel nearby ? "," Yes , the Sunset Hotel is three blocks away . Maybe you can ask them . " " Yes , the Sunset Hotel is three blocks away . Maybe you can ask them . ", Thank you . Hi ! How are you going ? ," Fine , thank you . How are you doing this morning ? " " Fine , thank you . How are you doing this morning ? ", Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time . Not bad . How about you ? Haven't seen you for a long time . , Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday . Yes . I've been to New York . I got back only yesterday . , Did you enjoy yourself ? Did you enjoy yourself ? , Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ? Very much . New York is such a nice place . Shall I show you some photographs ? ," Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day . " " Thanks , I like looking at photographs . How nice ! Oh , I'm afraid I must be going now . I've got an appointment . Have a good day . ", You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye . You too . I hope to see you soon . Goodbye . , Goodbye . Bother the flies ! , Where do they come from ? Where do they come from ? , I don't know . Something rotten here ? I don't know . Something rotten here ? , I can't see it . What's the score ? , The Ukraine team took the lead by 3 to 1 at the end of the first half . The Ukraine team took the lead by 3 to 1 at the end of the first half . , The Russian team needs to tie the Ukraine to get the pass for the final . The Russian team needs to tie the Ukraine to get the pass for the final . , It doesn't seem to be so easy . "Hi , Madam , I'm new here , could you tell me where is boarding gate ? ", What's your flight number ? What's your flight number ? ," Wait a second , please . Oh , it's CA193 . " " Wait a second , please . Oh , it's CA193 . "," Are you a transfer passenger , sir ? " " Are you a transfer passenger , sir ? ", Yes . Yes . , Then the north line is the right track for you to take . Then the north line is the right track for you to take . , It's so nice of you . "Hey ! A real cook gets down and dirty . Besides , I think I look good covered in baking mix ... ", What concoction are you making ? What concoction are you making ? ," Well , your making cinnamon toast inspired me to go out and buy a waffle maker . " " Well , your making cinnamon toast inspired me to go out and buy a waffle maker . ", Awesome ! I'm in heaven . Let me help . They're so easy . Awesome ! I'm in heaven . Let me help . They're so easy . ," I know . You just add milk , eggs and a little oil to the baking mix and stir ... " " I know . You just add milk , eggs and a little oil to the baking mix and stir ... ", And then you just pour the batter into the waffle iron ... When I quarrel with my husband . He didn't even try to cool me out . , It takes two to make a quarrel and it takes two to mend fences . It takes two to make a quarrel and it takes two to mend fences . , I was so angry that I could not keep cool . What I need is just an apology . Are you free tonight ? ," Yes , I am . What's wrong ? " " Yes , I am . What's wrong ? ", Would you please go to a dancing party with me ? Would you please go to a dancing party with me ? , OK . No problem . OK . No problem . ," As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time . " " As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time . ", But it's said that you dance wonderfully well . But it's said that you dance wonderfully well . ," Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ? " " Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ? ", No . Just occasionally . No . Just occasionally . , What are your favourite dances ? What are your favourite dances ? , I love rumba and waltz . I love rumba and waltz . , How about samba ? How about samba ? ," To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast . " " To tell the truth , I don't like it . It's too fast . ", Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ? Then I'll see you at six . Is that all right ? , OK . See you then . OK . See you then . , See you then . Hi ! I'm happy you could make it . ," Well , I've been looking forward to seeing you . " " Well , I've been looking forward to seeing you . ", What can I get you ? What can I get you ? , I'd love a gin and tonic . I have here our price sheet on a F . O . B . basis . The prices are given without engagement . ," Good , if you ’ ll excuse me , I ’ ll go over the sheet right now . " " Good , if you ’ ll excuse me , I ’ ll go over the sheet right now . ", Take your time . Take your time . , I can tell you at a glance that your prices are much too high . I can tell you at a glance that your prices are much too high . , I ’ m surprised to hear you say so . You know that the cost of pro - duction has been skyrocketing in recent years . I ’ m surprised to hear you say so . You know that the cost of pro - duction has been skyrocketing in recent years . ," We only ask that your prices be comparable to others . That ’ s reasonable , isn ’ t it ? " " We only ask that your prices be comparable to others . That ’ s reasonable , isn ’ t it ? "," Well , to get the business done , we can consider making some concessions in our price . But first , you ’ ll have to give me an idea of the quantity you wish to order from us , so that we may adjust our prices accordingly . " " Well , to get the business done , we can consider making some concessions in our price . But first , you ’ ll have to give me an idea of the quantity you wish to order from us , so that we may adjust our prices accordingly . ", The size of our order depends greatly on the prices . Let ’ s settle that matter first . The size of our order depends greatly on the prices . Let ’ s settle that matter first . ," Well , as I ’ Ve said , if your order is large enough , we ’ re ready to reduce our prices by 2 percent . " " Well , as I ’ Ve said , if your order is large enough , we ’ re ready to reduce our prices by 2 percent . "," When I say your prices are much too high , I don ’ t mean they are higher merely by 2 or 3 percent . " " When I say your prices are much too high , I don ’ t mean they are higher merely by 2 or 3 percent . ", How much do you mean then ? Can you give me a rough idea ? How much do you mean then ? Can you give me a rough idea ? ," To have this business concluded , I should say a reduction of least 10 percent would help . " " To have this business concluded , I should say a reduction of least 10 percent would help . ", Impossible . How can you expect us to make a reduction to that extent ? Impossible . How can you expect us to make a reduction to that extent ? , I think you are as well - informed as I am about the market for chemical fertilizers . It ’ s unnecessary for me to point out that sup - ply exceeds demand at present and that this situation is apt to continue for a long time yet . May I suggest that you call your home office and see what they have to say ? I think you are as well - informed as I am about the market for chemical fertilizers . It ’ s unnecessary for me to point out that sup - ply exceeds demand at present and that this situation is apt to continue for a long time yet . May I suggest that you call your home office and see what they have to say ? ," Very well , I will . " "Can you fix me a cup of tea , Johnny ? ", Well ... uh ... how about a glass of juice instead ? Well ... uh ... how about a glass of juice instead ? , No . I'd like tea . Can you put it in my favorite cup ? You probably washed it ... No . I'd like tea . Can you put it in my favorite cup ? You probably washed it ... ," Oh , yeah . Well , uh , about your mug ... " " Oh , yeah . Well , uh , about your mug ... ", I'll find it ... Where are all the floral pattern plates ? And dad's Yankee's mug ? May I help you ? , Could I check out this book ? Could I check out this book ? , Let me see your library card . Let me see your library card . , I need to get one . I need to get one . ," You can apply for one right now , if you ’ d like . " " You can apply for one right now , if you ’ d like . ", Okay . Let me do that right now . Okay . Let me do that right now . , Could you fill out this application ? Could you fill out this application ? , I ’ m finished . Here you go . I ’ m finished . Here you go . , Could you please sign the back of the card ? Could you please sign the back of the card ? , All right . All right . , That ’ s it . That ’ s it . , Now may I check this book out ? "When you told your mom you would be home around 2 am , She must have a cow ! ", You are right . My mum must be crazy . "John Li's Office , this is Jenny , may I help you ? ", Is Mr Li in ? Is Mr Li in ? ," Yes , but let me check if he's available . " " Yes , but let me check if he's available . ", Ok . Excuse me ? Is this where I register ? I ’ d like to sign up for my courses for next semester . ," Yes , of course . I need your student ID please . " " Yes , of course . I need your student ID please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Okay , Susan . It says here that you are a business major and you are in your second year . Is this information correct ? " " Okay , Susan . It says here that you are a business major and you are in your second year . Is this information correct ? ", Yes . I do want to take some additional credits this year to get a minor in psychology . Yes . I do want to take some additional credits this year to get a minor in psychology . , Sure.That ’ s not a problem.Do you have the list of courses you want to taketh semester ? Sure.That ’ s not a problem.Do you have the list of courses you want to taketh semester ? , Yeah . Here ’ s my list . I ’ m not sure if the class schedule will allow me to take all of them though . Yeah . Here ’ s my list . I ’ m not sure if the class schedule will allow me to take all of them though . ," Yeah , that ’ s perfect . What about the subjects for your minor ? " " Yeah , that ’ s perfect . What about the subjects for your minor ? "," Oh yeah ! Almost forgot ! I need to take fundamental linguistics , consumer psychology and neuroanatomy . " " Oh yeah ! Almost forgot ! I need to take fundamental linguistics , consumer psychology and neuroanatomy . "," Wow , you are going to be busy this semester ! Okay , here you go . You are registered now . you ’ ll have to make your first tuition payment before classes start . " "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? ", Good morning . I need a new identification card . Good morning . I need a new identification card . , Why ? Why ? , My ID card is lost . My ID card is lost . ," OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ? " " OK , did you bring your household register or residence booklet ? ", I only have my household register . I only have my household register . ," It doesn't matter , they are the same thing . " " It doesn't matter , they are the same thing . "," Here you are , sir . What do I do next ? " " Here you are , sir . What do I do next ? "," OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ? " " OK , I will register you in our database system . What's your name , please ? ", Benjamin . Benjamin . , Please get a mug shot in the next room . Please get a mug shot in the next room . , I've brought with me some of old ones . I've brought with me some of old ones . , But we need them taken with digital cameras . But we need them taken with digital cameras . ," OK , what's next then ? " " OK , what's next then ? ", That's all . Come here a week later and get your ID card . But his wife has wide relations . You may ask her for advice . , Stop talking about her . She gives me goose bumps . I never wish to be in her sight . Stop talking about her . She gives me goose bumps . I never wish to be in her sight . , She is pretty . Many men praise her highly . She is pretty . Many men praise her highly . ," Many people , many tastes . She looks pretty , but the way she speaks gives you goose bumps . I feel sick of it . " "Man , that sunset is beautiful . I ’ Ve never seen one so red . "," Yeah , it ’ s pretty nice , but its so red because of air pollution . " " Yeah , it ’ s pretty nice , but its so red because of air pollution . ", Really ? Really ? ," Yeah , the smog from all these cars gets into the air and turns the sunlight red . " " Yeah , the smog from all these cars gets into the air and turns the sunlight red . ", I never knew that . I never knew that . ," Yeah , more people need to take public transportation or carpool . " " Yeah , more people need to take public transportation or carpool . "," Well , we ’ Ve already done our part . " " Well , we ’ Ve already done our part . "," Yeah , it ’ s your turn to drive next week . Don ’ t be late picking me up . " " Yeah , it ’ s your turn to drive next week . Don ’ t be late picking me up . ", Don ’ t worry . I ’ m getting more sleep these days . The baby ’ s finally growing up a little more . Don ’ t worry . I ’ m getting more sleep these days . The baby ’ s finally growing up a little more . ," Well , give me a call if you can ’ t make it for some reason . " Is my hair done yet ? ," Yeah , I just need to make the final touches . " " Yeah , I just need to make the final touches . ", How long until you're finished ? How long until you're finished ? , I'm finished . What do you think ? I'm finished . What do you think ? , I like my hair so much . I like my hair so much . , Do you really ? Do you really ? , It's beautiful . It's beautiful . ," Well , thank you very much . " " Well , thank you very much . ", How much is it for my hair ? How much is it for my hair ? , You owe me $ 55 . You owe me $ 55 . , Thanks for everything . Thanks for everything . , You are very welcome . Come back again . What are you reading ? ," Oh , it ’ s the latest novel by ray blue . It ’ s a sic-fi thriller . " " Oh , it ’ s the latest novel by ray blue . It ’ s a sic-fi thriller . ", I thought he usually wrote horror books . I thought he usually wrote horror books . , He does . He ’ s good at this genre too . It ’ s a captivating read . He does . He ’ s good at this genre too . It ’ s a captivating read . , We ’ re going to the bookshop . Would you like to join us ? We ’ re going to the bookshop . Would you like to join us ? ," Yes , I would . I need to buy a textbook for my course and , as you know , I love browsing through the latest paperbacks . " " Yes , I would . I need to buy a textbook for my course and , as you know , I love browsing through the latest paperbacks . ", Me too . I need something to read on the flight to new york . I can never sleep on planes . Sarah wants to pick up some children ’ s books for her daughter . Me too . I need something to read on the flight to new york . I can never sleep on planes . Sarah wants to pick up some children ’ s books for her daughter . , I want to look at nelson Mandela ’ s autobiography . I want to look at nelson Mandela ’ s autobiography . , This is sure to be a worthwhile read . "Hey , Rose , how are you feeling ? ", Much better today . Much better today . ," Oh , Look at the baby.It ' s so beautiful.Is it a boy or a girl ? " " Oh , Look at the baby.It ' s so beautiful.Is it a boy or a girl ? ", It's a girl . It's a girl . , Can I hold it for a moment ? Can I hold it for a moment ? , Sure.She is a peaceful child . Sure.She is a peaceful child . ," Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes . " " Oh , how adorable ! She's got your eyes . ", So they say . So they say . , When are you returning home ? When are you returning home ? , Well.The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth . Well.The doctor said I have to remain here for at least two more days because I'm rather weak after childbirth . , You can use some time off.You ' Ve been working too hard anyway . Does your company have a large population ? ," No , It is a middle-sized private company . " " No , It is a middle-sized private company . ", Do you have more than 200 employees in the company ? Do you have more than 200 employees in the company ? ," Yes , there are approximately three hundred people . " "Hello , Mary . Why are you standing here in the cold wind ? ", I ’ m waiting for a bus and going for a walk in the park . I ’ m waiting for a bus and going for a walk in the park . , Going for a walk in such a cold weather ? Going for a walk in such a cold weather ? , I always like to go for a walk before a supper . I always like to go for a walk before a supper . , I see . Would you excuse me ? , For what ? For what ? , I ’ Ve got a business call that I really need to take . I ’ Ve got a business call that I really need to take . , All right . I ’ ll call you back later . "Dad , when will you finish your cooking ? ", Several minutes . Several minutes . , So what should I do now ? So what should I do now ? ," Then , pass me a bowl for the soup . " " Then , pass me a bowl for the soup . ", Where's the bowl gone ? Where's the bowl gone ? ," Look for it yourself , please ! Kinda busy here , Daniel ! " " Look for it yourself , please ! Kinda busy here , Daniel ! ", Dad ? Dad ? , Check the drawer . Check the drawer . ," OK , got it , but its shape is so strange . I don't like it . " " OK , got it , but its shape is so strange . I don't like it . ", Can it hold soup ? Can it hold soup ? , Maybe . Maybe . ," It smells sweet . Mom and May are gonna love it . Get them for dinner , Daniel ! " " It smells sweet . Mom and May are gonna love it . Get them for dinner , Daniel ! "," Mommy , dinner , please ! " "I'd love to continue this conversation , but I really need to go now . I have to get back to the office . "," Well , let's get together soon . " " Well , let's get together soon . ", Okay . Would you like to have lunch some day next week ? Okay . Would you like to have lunch some day next week ? , Sure . How about Monday ? Sure . How about Monday ? , Hmm . I'm afraid I can't make it on Monday . I've got to fly to Chicago on business . Hmm . I'm afraid I can't make it on Monday . I've got to fly to Chicago on business . ," Well unfortunately , I'm tied up on Tuesday . I'm supposed to have lunch with an important visitor from out of town , and I don't think there's any way I can get out of it.Are you free on Wednesday ? " " Well unfortunately , I'm tied up on Tuesday . I'm supposed to have lunch with an important visitor from out of town , and I don't think there's any way I can get out of it.Are you free on Wednesday ? "," Wednesday ? Let me see . Hmm . Somehow I think I've already got something scheduled for Wednesday . Oh , yes ! I've got an appointment with my dentist to have my teeth cleaned , and it's essential that I keep it . " " Wednesday ? Let me see . Hmm . Somehow I think I've already got something scheduled for Wednesday . Oh , yes ! I've got an appointment with my dentist to have my teeth cleaned , and it's essential that I keep it . "," Well , I'm afraid Thursday is out for me . I'm expected to attend a meeting of our personnel committee , and it's very important for me to be there . " " Well , I'm afraid Thursday is out for me . I'm expected to attend a meeting of our personnel committee , and it's very important for me to be there . ", So that leaves Friday . I don't have any obligations or commitments on Friday.How about you ? So that leaves Friday . I don't have any obligations or commitments on Friday.How about you ? , Friday sounds good . Where should we meet ? Friday sounds good . Where should we meet ? ," You know , I really must be going now or I'll be very late . Can you give me a call tomorrow an we'll decide ? " "Excuse me , Mr . Emory ? Mr . Macmillan , would like to know if you have the completed schedule for next week ? "," Yes , I do , Susan . Just a moment . Here it is . " " Yes , I do , Susan . Just a moment . Here it is . "," Thank you , sir . Sorry to trouble you . " " Thank you , sir . Sorry to trouble you . "," Not at all , Susan . Just tell him to leave it with my secretary when he ’ s finished with it " What do we need for the barbecue ? ," Well , I ’ Ve bought a lot of meat . I ’ Ve got pork chops , small steaks , chicken wings and plenty of hot dog sausages and hamburger patties . " " Well , I ’ Ve bought a lot of meat . I ’ Ve got pork chops , small steaks , chicken wings and plenty of hot dog sausages and hamburger patties . ", I can ’ t wait to start cooking . I ’ Ve bought the grill and charcoal.Do you have enough plates and utensils ? I can ’ t wait to start cooking . I ’ Ve bought the grill and charcoal.Do you have enough plates and utensils ? , I think so . I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use.It will save on the washing up . I think so . I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use.It will save on the washing up . ," And if people drop them , they won ’ t break.We ’ ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers . " " And if people drop them , they won ’ t break.We ’ ll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers . ", They sell them at the shop around the corner.We can go and get some in a few minutes . They sell them at the shop around the corner.We can go and get some in a few minutes . , I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs.We ’ ll need some tomato catchup and some barbecue sauce . I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs.We ’ ll need some tomato catchup and some barbecue sauce . ," I have the sauce , but remind me to get some catchup at the shop . " " I have the sauce , but remind me to get some catchup at the shop . ", How long does it take to cook meat on the barbecue ? How long does it take to cook meat on the barbecue ? ," It only takes a few minutes.Some people like their meat well done , others like it rare.The great thing about the barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked . " " It only takes a few minutes.Some people like their meat well done , others like it rare.The great thing about the barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked . ", They can cook them themselves to make sure exactly how they like it . They can cook them themselves to make sure exactly how they like it . , I hope you haven ’ t invited any vegetarians . So do you think you can get to the office alone ? ," Sure , I ’ ll catch the train . If I can ’ t catch the train , I ’ ll get a taxi . " " Sure , I ’ ll catch the train . If I can ’ t catch the train , I ’ ll get a taxi . ", Do you think the taxi driver will understand you ? Do you think the taxi driver will understand you ? ," If he doesn ’ t understand me , I ’ ll show him the office address on my business card . " " If he doesn ’ t understand me , I ’ ll show him the office address on my business card . ", Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ? Ok but how will we know if you are going to be late ? , I ’ ll call you if I ’ m delayed . "Jack , what do you think about the election ? ", I think the campaign is a blockbuster . I think the campaign is a blockbuster . , How many people have flung their hats into the ring ? How many people have flung their hats into the ring ? , Finally 100 candidates ran for one seat . Finally 100 candidates ran for one seat . , Who do you think will be elected ? Who do you think will be elected ? , It's hard to say . They all had an active campaign to round up the votes . It's hard to say . They all had an active campaign to round up the votes . ," I think Mr . White would be elected , you know he has spent millions in this campaign and he blasted the opposition in his campaign speech . " " I think Mr . White would be elected , you know he has spent millions in this campaign and he blasted the opposition in his campaign speech . ", Maybe . Who knows ? I love ice cream . ," Really ? Me , too . What's your favorite flavor ? " " Really ? Me , too . What's your favorite flavor ? ", I like both strawberry and coffee ice cream . I like both strawberry and coffee ice cream . , Chocolate is mine . May I help you ? , I don't feel well . I need an airsickness bag . I don't feel well . I need an airsickness bag . ," Yes , madam . There's one in the seat pocket . Here you are . " " Yes , madam . There's one in the seat pocket . Here you are . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Should I bring you some water ? Should I bring you some water ? ," Yes , please . " Can I help you ? ," Yes . I want to make a plane reservation to Shanghai , China . " " Yes . I want to make a plane reservation to Shanghai , China . "," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", Feynman Black . I want to leave on October 15th . Feynman Black . I want to leave on October 15th . , OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning . OK . Let me see . Air China has a flight on October 15th at 10:00 in the morning . ," Well , I need an economy ticket . " " Well , I need an economy ticket . ", Single or return ? Single or return ? , Single . How much ? Single . How much ? , Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars . Economy fare for single ticket from New York to Beijing is 400 dollars . , OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ? OK . Here you are . Is my ticket confirmed then ? , Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure . Yes . Please arrive at the airport one hour before departure . , OK . Thank you . Did Roll win the race ? ," Yeah , he did . But he only won it by a hair's breadth . " " Yeah , he did . But he only won it by a hair's breadth . "," But anyway , he won at last . " " But anyway , he won at last . ", Yeah . To win is the most important thing . "It's a fine day today , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is.It ' s wonderful after the downpour . " " Yes , it is.It ' s wonderful after the downpour . ", How nice seeing the sun back again ! The air is so fresh . How nice seeing the sun back again ! The air is so fresh . , I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time . I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time . ," Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year . " " Well , the weather is so unpredictable this time of year . ", You're right.We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow . You're right.We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow . , Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain . Look ! It looks as if it is going to rain . , The weatherman predicts a fine day today . The weatherman predicts a fine day today . , The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast . Don't be afraid . Give it a try . , Okay . "Hi charles , I want you know that I finally found an apartment in Haitian . ", You did ? that is great ! You did ? that is great ! ," Yeah , I am having a party this saturday night , a sort of house warming , and i want to invite you . are you busy ? " " Yeah , I am having a party this saturday night , a sort of house warming , and i want to invite you . are you busy ? "," No I am free , I will be there , what time the thing starting ? " " No I am free , I will be there , what time the thing starting ? ", Around seven . Around seven . ," Ok , great , should I bring anything ? " " Ok , great , should I bring anything ? "," No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ? " " No , but thanks for offering , actually could you bring some fold-up chairs for people if you have any ? I am afraid not everyone's going to have a seat , do you have any ? "," sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ? " " sure , I will be happy to bring a few , what is the address ? "," Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about 6 thirty . " " Don't worry , I will come to pick you up at about 6 thirty . ", Got it . "Excuse me , could you tell me which bus I should take to go to the railway station ? ", I think you'd better take the No . 16 bus . It can take you right there . I think you'd better take the No . 16 bus . It can take you right there . , How often dose this bus go there ? How often dose this bus go there ? , Every fifteen minutes . Every fifteen minutes . , I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ? I really can't wait that long . Are there any other buses that can take me there ? , The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it . The No . 2 bus also goes to the railway station . You may take it . , Where can I find the bus ? Where can I find the bus ? , The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it . The bus stop is not far from here . Go straight on and you can easily find it . , Thanks a lot . What is the most enjoyable part about your job ? ," I think meeting people . There are people from all over the country , all over the world , all walks of life which is the most interesting part of my job . " " I think meeting people . There are people from all over the country , all over the world , all walks of life which is the most interesting part of my job . ", What do you find annoying ? What do you find annoying ? ," Well , I work very long hours , ten hours a day is quite normal . And if something important comes up , I ’ m often in the office until 8 or 9 in the evening . " I ’ d like to buy these shoes . , O . K . Let me see . That will be $ 104.99 . O . K . Let me see . That will be $ 104.99 . , The price tag says $ 99.99 . The price tag says $ 99.99 . ," Yes , miss , but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland . " " Yes , miss , but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland . "," Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget . " " Oh , of course . How silly of me to forget . ", No problem . How would you like to pay for these ? No problem . How would you like to pay for these ? ," I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are . " " I think I have the cash . Let me check . Yes , here you are . "," $ 110.00 , your change is $ 5.01 . Thanks very much . " " $ 110.00 , your change is $ 5.01 . Thanks very much . ", Thank you . Do you need a ticket ? ," Surely , I do . It's hard to come by , isn't it ? " " Surely , I do . It's hard to come by , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", Can you get it ? Can you get it ? , You can be assured of it . "There's a new girl in school , have you seen her yet ? ", I haven't seen her yet . I haven't seen her yet . , I think that she is very pretty . I think that she is very pretty . , Tell me how she looks . Tell me how she looks . , She's kind of short . She's kind of short . , What height is she ? What height is she ? , She's probably about five feet . She's probably about five feet . ," That's nice , but tell me what she looks like . " " That's nice , but tell me what she looks like . ", The first thing I noticed was her beautiful brown eyes . The first thing I noticed was her beautiful brown eyes . , I think I might've bumped into her before . I think I might've bumped into her before . , Are you telling me that you've seen her before ? Are you telling me that you've seen her before ? , I believe so . "Hello , Madam . What can I do for you today ? "," Hello . Yes , I'm here to redeem a Treasury Note . It's not at the maturity date yet , but it is an emergency . " " Hello . Yes , I'm here to redeem a Treasury Note . It's not at the maturity date yet , but it is an emergency . "," OK , can I see the note and some ID , please ? " " OK , can I see the note and some ID , please ? "," There you are . As you can see , the maturity isn't up yet . " " There you are . As you can see , the maturity isn't up yet . "," You do realise that you must pay a 0.2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ? " " You do realise that you must pay a 0.2 % charge for premature cancellation , right ? "," Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that . " " Oh , really ? No , I wasn't aware of that . "," Unfortunately , yes . You see , this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago , but not over two years . So , you will have to pay . I'm sorry about that . " "Right , that ends the third and final part of our presentation . I'd like to end by emphasizing the main points . I'll give you a brief summary . There are three potential areas for development in the future , domestic , overseas market , and the internet . Each of these markets have their own particular need for marketing strategy ... for domestic , we can rely on past research , for overseas markets we depend heavily on our cultural consultants , and for the internet , we need to redo our image to appeal to a young set of consumers . Our main issue here is that we need to be sensitive to the needs of different markets in order to continue to see success . Mark , did you have anything to add ? "," Yes , I want to restate one more time the importance of reinventing our company's image to appeal to different customer bases . I want to end with a true story that has to do exactly with what we've been talking about today ... " "Mom , did you see Andy's dog ? "," Honey , don't tell me that you want a pet dog also . " " Honey , don't tell me that you want a pet dog also . "," Mom , please . Can I have a pet dog like Andy's ? " " Mom , please . Can I have a pet dog like Andy's ? "," Honey , you know , we don't have enough room for a pet dog . " " Honey , you know , we don't have enough room for a pet dog . "," Mom , we can keep it on the balcony , right ? " " Mom , we can keep it on the balcony , right ? "," No , honey , the balcony is full of boxes and things . I'm sorry . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , We are thinking of a two days ' tour to Vienna . We are thinking of a two days ' tour to Vienna . , That's a good place to go at this time . How about this route ? That's a good place to go at this time . How about this route ? , It looks fine . Is this an inclusive tour ? It looks fine . Is this an inclusive tour ? ," No , sir , you have to deal with your own meal since we charge you only $ 80 for the trip . " Dear Anna . I really love you . ," I love you , too . " " I love you , too . ", I want to take care of you forever . Will you marry me ? I want to take care of you forever . Will you marry me ? , Oh . My God ! Are you serious ? Oh . My God ! Are you serious ? , Am I too abrupt ? Did I scare you ? Or you don't want ... Am I too abrupt ? Did I scare you ? Or you don't want ... , No ! I have been expecting this moment for a long time . I mean my answer is ' yes ' . No ! I have been expecting this moment for a long time . I mean my answer is ' yes ' . ," Oh , I'm so happy . I will try my best to love you and protect you . I promise . " " Oh , I'm so happy . I will try my best to love you and protect you . I promise . ", I trust you . We'll be happy . I trust you . We'll be happy . , Let me wear you this diamond ring . Let me wear you this diamond ring . , It's so beautiful . Here's the course description guide . , What do I do with it ? What do I do with it ? , Do you want me to help you ? Do you want me to help you ? , Please . Please . , Look . Here are the core classes . Everyone has to take them . Look . Here are the core classes . Everyone has to take them . , So I don't have to worry about them . So I don't have to worry about them . ," You're catching on ! However , there are elective courses like wood shop , metal shop , home economics ... " " You're catching on ! However , there are elective courses like wood shop , metal shop , home economics ... ", I'll take home economics . I'll take home economics . , Good . Now you can pick classes by yourself . Who was the best teacher that you ever had ? ," That would have to be Miss Baymler , my fourth grade teacher . " " That would have to be Miss Baymler , my fourth grade teacher . ", What was she like ? What was she like ? ," She was patient , kind , fun , smart , caring , and yet strict , too . I really learned a lot from her . " " She was patient , kind , fun , smart , caring , and yet strict , too . I really learned a lot from her . ", What kind of things did you learn ? What kind of things did you learn ? , She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do . She taught us that you can do anything that you want to do . , Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ? Anything ? Do you really believe that we can do anything ? ," If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it . " " If you really want to do something and you work hard at it , I believe you can do it . ", You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ? You said she was strict . Did she have a lot of rules ? ," She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined . " " She had some rules that helped us to feel comfortable . For example , the students had to treat each other with respect , or they would be disciplined . ", I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students . I see . She sounds like she really cared about her students . , Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ’ t have any teacher ’ s pets . Yes . She treated us all fairly . She don ’ t have any teacher ’ s pets . , Really ? Doesn ’ t every teacher have a teacher ’ s pet ? Really ? Doesn ’ t every teacher have a teacher ’ s pet ? ," Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ’ t treat me any differently . She really didn ’ t have any teacher ’ s pets . " " Well . To be honest , I usually sucked up to teachers because I wanted them to give me good grades . However , Miss Baymler didn ’ t treat me any differently . She really didn ’ t have any teacher ’ s pets . ", Do you know what she is doing now ? Do you know what she is doing now ? ," As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ’ s book . " " As a matter of fact , I do . After she taught our class , she got married and moved to another city . Then , she started writing children ’ s book . ", Have you ever read one of the books ? Have you ever read one of the books ? , Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books . Of course ! Both children and adults enjoy her books . , Why don ’ t you recommend one to me ? Why don ’ t you recommend one to me ? , ok ! I ’ ll bring one to you next time . "What's the matter with my throat , doctor ? ", Your throat is inflamed . Your throat is inflamed . , Is it serious ? Is it serious ? ," Don't worry , it's not serious . You will get better soon . " Excuse me . can you tell me where Main Street is ? , Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks . Turn left at the second light and then go straight for two blocks . , Is it far ? Is it far ? , No . it ’ s only five minutes walk . you can ’ t miss it . No . it ’ s only five minutes walk . you can ’ t miss it . , Thanks a lot "Excuse me , can you tell me where I can take a taxi ? This is the first time I have been in England , so I don't know where I can do at all . ", Of course.Don ' t worry . I'll call one for you . Of course.Don ' t worry . I'll call one for you . ," Thank you very much , by the way , is it quite expensive to take a taxi ? " " Thank you very much , by the way , is it quite expensive to take a taxi ? "," Yes , besides it versa according to the distance . " " Yes , besides it versa according to the distance . "," All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way . " " All right . I only hope to get a skillful driver , and drive me to my stop safe way . ", No problem . No problem . ," Thanks a lot , bye bye . " " Thanks a lot , bye bye . "," You are welcome , bye . " Grant . How is everything ? ," Pretty well , thanks . We ’ Ve just been incredibly busy ! I need to set up a meeting for Mr . Graham . " " Pretty well , thanks . We ’ Ve just been incredibly busy ! I need to set up a meeting for Mr . Graham . ", Sure . What ’ s it about ? Sure . What ’ s it about ? , He wants to go over the bonuses for this year . He ’ ll need to meet with Mr . Winthrop and Ms . Montgomery . Can you set it up for me ? Could you show me the T-shirt on the model ? ," Here you are . We have three different colors , white , blue and pink . " " Here you are . We have three different colors , white , blue and pink . ", What's the price ? What's the price ? , $ 12 . $ 12 . , Can you make it any cheaper ? Can you make it any cheaper ? , It is cheap . It is cheap . , I'll take it if you give me a discount . I'll take it if you give me a discount . , $ 10 . That's the best I can do . $ 10 . That's the best I can do . , OK . I'll take the blue one . Have you graduated now ? , Yes . I graduated this past June . Yes . I graduated this past June . , Which university did you graduate from ? Which university did you graduate from ? , Guangzhou University . Guangzhou University . , What degree did you receive ? What degree did you receive ? , I received a bachelor's degree in Economics . I received a bachelor's degree in Economics . , What courses did you take in college ? What courses did you take in college ? ," My major courses were Microeconomics , Macroeconomics , International Trade , International Finance , World Economy , Psychology and Business English " " My major courses were Microeconomics , Macroeconomics , International Trade , International Finance , World Economy , Psychology and Business English ", Why did you choose to study Economics ? Why did you choose to study Economics ? , Because I was quite interested in Economics then . Because I was quite interested in Economics then . , Can you speak other languages except English ? Can you speak other languages except English ? , I can also speak a little Japanese . I can also speak a little Japanese . , I am very satisfied with your answers . I am very satisfied with your answers . , Thank you very much . How's it going ? , Great ! "Excuse me , is there a department store near here ? "," Yes , there ’ s a department store in Wang Fu Jing . " " Yes , there ’ s a department store in Wang Fu Jing . ", Where ’ s Wang Fu Jing ? Where ’ s Wang Fu Jing ? , It ’ s to the east of Tiananmen Square . It ’ s to the east of Tiananmen Square . , Thank you . Thank you . , You ’ re welcome . "Hey , Jane ... are you familiar with our company's insurance policies ? ", Umm ... I think so . What's up ? Umm ... I think so . What's up ? , I've never really paid attention to the fine print of our insurance policies ... but it looks like I'm going to need to make a claim . I've never really paid attention to the fine print of our insurance policies ... but it looks like I'm going to need to make a claim . , Really ? Are you OK ? Really ? Are you OK ? , I have a slipped disc in my lower back and the doctor says surgery is probably the best option . Does our worker insurance cover this kind of thing ? I have a slipped disc in my lower back and the doctor says surgery is probably the best option . Does our worker insurance cover this kind of thing ? , If the injury is workplace related I'm sure it's completely covered . If the injury is workplace related I'm sure it's completely covered . ," Hummum ... I think I'll have to talk to the doctor again about that.Anyway ... now that I'm going to have to make some claims , I think I'd better try and understand how the system works . Would you mind breaking it down for me ? " " Hummum ... I think I'll have to talk to the doctor again about that.Anyway ... now that I'm going to have to make some claims , I think I'd better try and understand how the system works . Would you mind breaking it down for me ? "," Sure . Basically we have two insurance policies for employees ... workman's compensation and medical insurance . The company pays the premiums for workman's compensation , and for a significant part of the medical coverage , but you pay part of that premium , too . " " Sure . Basically we have two insurance policies for employees ... workman's compensation and medical insurance . The company pays the premiums for workman's compensation , and for a significant part of the medical coverage , but you pay part of that premium , too . "," That's the charge for insurance I see on my pay slip each month , right ? " " That's the charge for insurance I see on my pay slip each month , right ? "," Yep . Every country in the world has a different system , but here we buy insurance from a private provider . " " Yep . Every country in the world has a different system , but here we buy insurance from a private provider . "," So workman's compensation is if I slip and break my arm while working in the office or on the job , right ? " " So workman's compensation is if I slip and break my arm while working in the office or on the job , right ? ", That's right . The company pays for all your medical bills and there is also some financial compensation if you have to take days off to see doctors or spend time recuperating . How ’ s your trip going ? , Oh I ’ m enjoying myself but it ’ s so hot here Oh I ’ m enjoying myself but it ’ s so hot here , Isn ’ t London hot in the summer ? Isn ’ t London hot in the summer ? , Well it can be but Shanghai is much warmer than London . Well it can be but Shanghai is much warmer than London . , I see . What about transport ? How does Shanghai compare to London ? I see . What about transport ? How does Shanghai compare to London ? , Actually I think the buses and trains here are more modern . Actually I think the buses and trains here are more modern . , And what about the number of people on the streets ? And what about the number of people on the streets ? ," Oh , I think Shanghai is much more crowded than London . " "Susan , I am inviting you and Frank to our house warming party this weekend . ", A house warming party ? A house warming party ? ," Yes , Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn . " " Yes , Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn . ", Congratulations ! That ’ s wonderful . I bet both of you are quite happy . Congratulations ! That ’ s wonderful . I bet both of you are quite happy . ," Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate in this area is extremely expensive . " " Well , we have always dreamed of owning our own home , but real estate in this area is extremely expensive . "," I understand . That ’ s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city . " " I understand . That ’ s why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town , far from the city . ", That ’ s a good idea if you can find employment nearby . That ’ s a good idea if you can find employment nearby . ," I agree . That ’ s why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine , or Wisconsin . " "Tom , it's time for you to take a shower . "," Mom , I don't want to bathe today . " " Mom , I don't want to bathe today . ", Why ? You can't be always so lazy . Why ? You can't be always so lazy . ," Mom , I'm tired . I feel sleepy . I want to go to bed right now . " " Mom , I'm tired . I feel sleepy . I want to go to bed right now . ", Alright . But you promise this is the last time . Alright . But you promise this is the last time . ," OK . I promise . Thank you , Mom . " Don't use a hair spray . I want my hair set and dried . , Look into the mirror and see if it'll do . Look into the mirror and see if it'll do . , That's all right.Thank you . That's all right.Thank you . , Welcome here again . "We used to be very friendly , but it seems now that my daughter ’ s marriage has taken its toll of our relationship . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I don ’ t like her husband , that bad egg , but my daughter insists on marrying him . " " I don ’ t like her husband , that bad egg , but my daughter insists on marrying him . ", She is a grow-up . She can make her own decision . She is a grow-up . She can make her own decision . , I wish she wouldn ’ t regret for her decision . "Peter , it's time to eat breakfast . ", I am brushing my teeth . I am brushing my teeth . ," Alright , you'd better hurry , your bus is coming . " " Alright , you'd better hurry , your bus is coming . ", Mom ~ the toothpaste dropped on my shorts . Mom ~ the toothpaste dropped on my shorts . ," Oh , dear , go get another pair . I'll help you change your shorts . " "Professor Wang , what is non-tariff barrier ? ", Non-tariff barrier is another mean to restrict imports . Non-tariff barrier is another mean to restrict imports . , Can you give an example ? Can you give an example ? ," For example , some countries restrict imports by quantitative restriction . " " For example , some countries restrict imports by quantitative restriction . ", Why ? Why ? , This is used to protect local industries or to achieve certain political objectives . This is used to protect local industries or to achieve certain political objectives . ," Oh , Are there other means ? " " Oh , Are there other means ? ", Technical barriers are set for imported goods . Technical barriers are set for imported goods . ," This is designed to exclude them from domestic market , isn't it ? " " This is designed to exclude them from domestic market , isn't it ? "," Yes , some countries may use some of the unnecessary health rules to exclude foreign food . " I ’ Ve just looked over your resume and I must admit I am quite impressed . , Thank you . I ’ Ve worked pretty hard to be able to list those accomplishments . Thank you . I ’ Ve worked pretty hard to be able to list those accomplishments . , You ’ Ve got plenty of training and experience . I wonder if you could tell me something about your goals . Where do you see yourself ten years from now ? You ’ Ve got plenty of training and experience . I wonder if you could tell me something about your goals . Where do you see yourself ten years from now ? ," To be honest , I don ’ t plan in that much detail . My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand . I see myself advancing as I succeed , but I don ’ t necessarily dwell on " " To be honest , I don ’ t plan in that much detail . My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand . I see myself advancing as I succeed , but I don ’ t necessarily dwell on "," interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ? " " interesting ! And how do you feel about decision-making ? Are you an independent thinker , or do you depend more on your superior for direction ? "," That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail " " That depends a bit on the problem at hand . There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive , and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail ", Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ? Sounds good . Everyone is taking about teams these days . Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team ? ," I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled " " I see myself as an encourager . Of course , sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail . In my last job , each representative handled "," So , your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper . " I wish you would not be so selfish . , Selfishness is one human beings instincts . It is very difficult to get it out root and branch . Selfishness is one human beings instincts . It is very difficult to get it out root and branch . , But you should at least consider your son's future . But you should at least consider your son's future . ," His mother , not me , should do this . " "Oh , my god . How can you stand living in such a messy dorm ? "," Our place is spotlessly clean , compared with others . " " Our place is spotlessly clean , compared with others . ", Have you even tried to clean it once since you moved in at the beginning of the semester ? Have you even tried to clean it once since you moved in at the beginning of the semester ? ," In fact , I just swept the floor three days ago . " " In fact , I just swept the floor three days ago . ", I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system . I think we need to restart the dormitory sanitation inspection system . , I bet nobody will care about it . Can you play tennis ? ," Yes , I can . " " Yes , I can . "," It is interesting , isn't it ? " " It is interesting , isn't it ? "," Yes , it's very interesting . " " Yes , it's very interesting . ", Can you teach me ? Can you teach me ? ," Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this . " " Sure . Take the tennis racket . Now , throw the ball up , and hit it with the racket . Like this . "," Let me try . Oh , I missed ! " " Let me try . Oh , I missed ! ", Throw the ball up high . Throw the ball up high . , High ? High ? ," Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball . " " Yes , very high . Over your head . Then you will have time to hit the ball . ", Oh ! I hit it . Oh ! I hit it . , Well done ! Well done ! , Thank you . I think I like playing it . I'm taking my date to a restaurant . Could you tell me about one or two good ones ? , My pleasure ! How much would you like to spend on your date ? My pleasure ! How much would you like to spend on your date ? ," She will want an excellent restaurant , of course . " " She will want an excellent restaurant , of course . ", You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris . The service and food are world-class . You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris . The service and food are world-class . ," I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ? " " I wanted to go out somewhere , not stay here . Do you know of another good restaurant ? "," You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz . " " You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern . It's famous for its food , service , and live jazz . ", I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ? I like that ! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight ? ," At once , sir . You'll love this place , I assure you . " I heard you were teaching English over there.Tell me about it . Did you like it ? ," Oh , yes , it was very interesting . " " Oh , yes , it was very interesting . ", What were the schools like ? What were the schools like ? ," Oh , I didn't actually teach in the schools . I taught after school . I taught in English institutes . " " Oh , I didn't actually teach in the schools . I taught after school . I taught in English institutes . "," But you taught children , yes ? " " But you taught children , yes ? ", Yes . That's right.But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America.At least as far as studying is concerned.Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school . Yes . That's right.But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America.At least as far as studying is concerned.Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school . , They actually study after school ? They actually study after school ? ," That's right.After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English.They are very serious about learning over there . " " That's right.After their school day is over , they go to a special institute to study math or English.They are very serious about learning over there . ", Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ? Hmm . That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids . Don't they ever relax ? ," Of course they do.You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much.But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing.Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough . " " Of course they do.You know , Eliza , before I went over there I thought the same thing . I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much.But now that I've worked there , and taught them , I feel it is a good thing.Their parents are very concerned about their education . More than American parents are . And that is good . American kids don't study enough . ", Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that . Asian cultures value learning very much . I know that . ," So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education.They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing.In America , too many parents don't pay attention . " " So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education.They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing . I don't think that's a bad thing . I think it's a good thing.In America , too many parents don't pay attention . "," But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too . " " But aren't the kids tired out ? I mean , they go to school all day , and then they go to school in the evening too . "," As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it.And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience . " " As an English teacher , I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible . I tried to have a good time with my classes . The students often enjoyed it.And if the students enjoyed it , they learned more . So it was a good experience . ", Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ? Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient ? , That's a stereotype we Americans have.We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet.But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too . That's a stereotype we Americans have.We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet.But it's not true . There are plenty of naughty kids too . , Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also.Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ? Hmm . I know you taught in Costa Rica also.Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan ? ," I don't know . In Costa Rica , I taught adults.So it was a very different thing . So I really can't compare . " "My friend finally dumped her boyfriend , and she's sworn she's going to abstain until she finds the right man to marry . ", After going through an episode like that I'm not surprised . How's her headspace ? After going through an episode like that I'm not surprised . How's her headspace ? ," She's doing great , she's getting her confidence back , and her self-esteem , has improved drastically.She ' s very happy . " " She's doing great , she's getting her confidence back , and her self-esteem , has improved drastically.She ' s very happy . ", I'm proud of you for standing by her . I think you've helped make a big difference in her life . I'm proud of you for standing by her . I think you've helped make a big difference in her life . , Do you have any plans for next Sunday evening ? Do you have any plans for next Sunday evening ? ," No , why ? " " No , why ? "," My friend , who had the mishap , wants to take us to dinner to show her gratitude for helping her . " " My friend , who had the mishap , wants to take us to dinner to show her gratitude for helping her . "," She doesn't need to do that , I didn't do anything . " " She doesn't need to do that , I didn't do anything . "," She feels you gave me the freedom to be able to assist her and she appreciates that . Come on , Let's indulge her . " "Good morning , sir . Are you checking out now ? "," Yes . Steven Smith , room 609 . " " Yes . Steven Smith , room 609 . "," Fine . This is your bill , Mr . Smith . Four nights at 100 dollars each , and here are the meals that you had in our hotel . That makes a total of 660 dollars . " " Fine . This is your bill , Mr . Smith . Four nights at 100 dollars each , and here are the meals that you had in our hotel . That makes a total of 660 dollars . ", Can I pay by credit card ? Can I pay by credit card ? ," Certainly . May I have your card , please ? " " Certainly . May I have your card , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Please sign your name here . Please sign your name here . , OK . Is it possible to leave my luggage here until I'm ready to leave this afternoon ? I'd like to say goodbye to some of my friends . OK . Is it possible to leave my luggage here until I'm ready to leave this afternoon ? I'd like to say goodbye to some of my friends . ," Yes , we'll keep it for you . How many pieces of your luggage ? " " Yes , we'll keep it for you . How many pieces of your luggage ? ", Just three . I'll be back at 3:00 p . m . Just three . I'll be back at 3:00 p . m . , That's fine . Have a nice day ! That's fine . Have a nice day ! , Thank you . See you later . How much are these apples ? , Let me weigh them for you . 1.5 $ . Let me weigh them for you . 1.5 $ . , Do you accept coupons ? Do you accept coupons ? , Yes . Yes . , Here are my coupons . Is that enough ? Here are my coupons . Is that enough ? , You have to pay $ 0.5 more . "Ms . Montgomery ? This is Richard Thomas . I ’ m sorry to bother you at home , but I ’ Ve got a bit of a problem . ", Oh ? What ’ s wrong ? Oh ? What ’ s wrong ? , My daughter ’ s just banged up her knee pretty badly and I ’ m going to have to take her to the hospital . I ’ ll be about two hours late . What happened to your brother ? , It seems that he has gone ape over the girl . It seems that he has gone ape over the girl . , Your parents must be worrying about him . Your parents must be worrying about him . ," Yes , he ’ s been like this for two weeks . We don ’ t know what to do . " " Yes , he ’ s been like this for two weeks . We don ’ t know what to do . ", Have you talked to him ? Have you talked to him ? , Yeah . But he just didn ’ t listen . Can you tell me what the unit price of such carpet is ? ," Of course , here is the catalogue and the price list . You can have a look . We also have many other kinds of carpets . " " Of course , here is the catalogue and the price list . You can have a look . We also have many other kinds of carpets . ", The price seems acceptable for me . But I want to check whether you can supply the carpets now if we order some ? The price seems acceptable for me . But I want to check whether you can supply the carpets now if we order some ? , Of course we can . We can provide the quantity you ask for . Of course we can . We can provide the quantity you ask for . , That's very good . Shall we sign a contract now ? That's very good . Shall we sign a contract now ? , No problem . Let's check the terms of contract . "Excuse me , Richard ? Are you busy at the moment ? "," Not really , Betty . What do you need ? " " Not really , Betty . What do you need ? ", My fax machine ’ s on the blink . Would you take a look at it ? My fax machine ’ s on the blink . Would you take a look at it ? , Sure . I just need to do one other job first . How about if I come up around 11:30 ? I am calling to consult you about the job as a copywriter . ," Yes , what do you want to know ? " " Yes , what do you want to know ? ", The information is scanty for me . And can you describe the responsibilities of the position ? The information is scanty for me . And can you describe the responsibilities of the position ? , Yes . Copywriters are supposed to design and write articles for the advertising company . Hi Mark . , Hi . Hi . , What are you planning to do today ? What are you planning to do today ? , I'm not sure yet . I'm not sure yet . , Would you like to have lunch with me ? Would you like to have lunch with me ? , Yes . When ? Yes . When ? , Is 11:30 AM OK ? Is 11:30 AM OK ? ," Sorry , I didn't hear you . Can you say that again please ? " " Sorry , I didn't hear you . Can you say that again please ? "," I said , 11:30 AM . " " I said , 11:30 AM . "," Oh , I'm busy then . Can we meet a little later ? " " Oh , I'm busy then . Can we meet a little later ? "," OK , how about 12:30 PM ? " " OK , how about 12:30 PM ? ", OK . Where ? OK . Where ? , How about Bill's Seafood Restaurant ? How about Bill's Seafood Restaurant ? ," Oh , Where is that ? " " Oh , Where is that ? ", It's on 7th Street . It's on 7th Street . ," OK , I'll meet you there . " "Beauties Picture , how may I help you ? ", I need to speak with David Lin . I need to speak with David Lin . , He's out of his office . He's out of his office . ," Thank you , I'll try again later . " What do you want to be ? ," Dad , I haven't thought about it . I'm still young . " " Dad , I haven't thought about it . I'm still young . "," Oh , honey , but you must know what your hobby is , right ? " " Oh , honey , but you must know what your hobby is , right ? ", I like playing the piano . I like playing the piano . ," Yes , you play the piano well . You could be a good pianist . That's good . " "What's wrong , Dave ? You look down today . ", I didn't pass the English exam . How to learn English well ? Can you give me some suggestions ? I didn't pass the English exam . How to learn English well ? Can you give me some suggestions ? ," Well , English is a "" paper tiger "" . Its natural enemy is adequate practice . " " Well , English is a "" paper tiger "" . Its natural enemy is adequate practice . "," I have done a lot of reading comprehension exercises , and I also spend much time in memorizing English words . " " I have done a lot of reading comprehension exercises , and I also spend much time in memorizing English words . "," I suggest you read English texts aloud every day , and try to speak more . That will be beneficial to cultivate your sense of the language . " " I suggest you read English texts aloud every day , and try to speak more . That will be beneficial to cultivate your sense of the language . ", Really ? I'll have a try . Maybe I will get high marks next time . Good evening ! This is Mr . Smith in room 609 . ," Good evening , Mr . Smith , What can I do for you ? " " Good evening , Mr . Smith , What can I do for you ? ", I'm going to Shanghai early tomorrow morning . So I would like to request an early morning call . I'm going to Shanghai early tomorrow morning . So I would like to request an early morning call . ," Yes , Mr . Smith , when would you like us to call you tomorrow morning ? " " Yes , Mr . Smith , when would you like us to call you tomorrow morning ? ", I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest . I have to be at the conference room of the Garden Hotel in Shanghai by 10 o'clock . I think it will take me three hours to get there . It means that I'll have to be on the road before 7 o'clock at the latest . , That's right . That's right . ," Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 . " " Well , in that case , I would like you to wake me up at 5:45 . "," OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep . " " OK . Good night , Mr . Smith , Have a good sleep . ", Good night . Shall I take a photo of you ? , Could you ? Thank you . Could you ? Thank you . , You ’ re welcome . What brings you to China ? You ’ re welcome . What brings you to China ? , I ’ m actually here on business . I ’ m actually here on business . , I see and what do you do for a living ? I see and what do you do for a living ? , I ’ m an IT salesman . I ’ m an IT salesman . , That sounds like a good job . That sounds like a good job . , It ’ s very interesting actually . It ’ s very interesting actually . ," Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here . " " Ok , well enjoy the rest of your stay here . ", Thank you very much . Bye . Hello . Nice to see you again . I heard you went into hospital for a few days to undergo surgery . I hope everything ’ s OK . ," Yes , fine . I had something wrong with my stomach . I won ’ t go into detail , but it wasn ’ t serious . " " Yes , fine . I had something wrong with my stomach . I won ’ t go into detail , but it wasn ’ t serious . ", I really dislike going to a doctor or to a hospital . I really dislike going to a doctor or to a hospital . ," I think most people are a little nervous about it . I was really very , very nervous just before I had the operation , but the anaesthetist gave me an anaesthetic and the next thing I remember was waking up after the operation . " " I think most people are a little nervous about it . I was really very , very nervous just before I had the operation , but the anaesthetist gave me an anaesthetic and the next thing I remember was waking up after the operation . ", It must have really hurt afterwards . It must have really hurt afterwards . ," Well , the nurse game me plenty of painkillers , but it did feel uncomfortable . I wasn ’ t permitted to eat anything for 48 hours . That was the worse thing . " " Well , the nurse game me plenty of painkillers , but it did feel uncomfortable . I wasn ’ t permitted to eat anything for 48 hours . That was the worse thing . ", I bet you were ready for a thick juicy steak when you got out of hospital . I bet you were ready for a thick juicy steak when you got out of hospital . ," I certainly was ! However , the doctor gave me a list of food I couldn ’ t eat for another 72 hours , and steak was on the list ! " " I certainly was ! However , the doctor gave me a list of food I couldn ’ t eat for another 72 hours , and steak was on the list ! ", Is there any pain now ? Is there any pain now ? ," No , not at all . I stopped taking painkillers after a couple of days . " " No , not at all . I stopped taking painkillers after a couple of days . ", Did they take good care of you in the hospital ? Did they take good care of you in the hospital ? ," Oh , yes . The nurse were very kind , though they were strict about what I could drink . In the end , I just drank water and nothing else . Everyone was very professional and I actually enjoyed some aspects of my stay . " Hi . I just lost my purse when I was shopping on the street . I guess somebody stole it from me . , Sorry to hear that . Could you tell me what were in your purse ? Sorry to hear that . Could you tell me what were in your purse ? ," My mobile phone , passport and some cash . " " My mobile phone , passport and some cash . ", When did you come to America ? When did you come to America ? , Just a couple of days ago . Just a couple of days ago . , Could you recall when and where you lost it ? Could you recall when and where you lost it ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ? OK . I have written it down . Who is your emergency contact person in America ? , That is my friend Tim who lives nearby . That is my friend Tim who lives nearby . , OK . We will contact you as soon as we have any clues . What's his job ? , He used to be a policeman . He used to be a policeman . , But Mrs.Smith hired him to find her lost son . But Mrs.Smith hired him to find her lost son . , Yeah . He's a private eye now . Do you often do exercise ? , Certainly . Certainly . ," OK , and what kind of sports do you usually play ? " " OK , and what kind of sports do you usually play ? ", I often play badminton with my parents . I often play badminton with my parents . , You ? Play badminton ? That's unbelievable ! You are shorter than a racket . You ? Play badminton ? That's unbelievable ! You are shorter than a racket . ," Hey , I'm good at playing it . " " Hey , I'm good at playing it . ", Says who ? Says who ? , My parents . My parents . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," How about you , Daniel ? " " How about you , Daniel ? "," I'm a real man , and I like football . " " I'm a real man , and I like football . "," Well , who is your favorite football player ? " " Well , who is your favorite football player ? ", I like Renaldo the most . "This is a good basic computer package . It's got a good CPU , 256 megabytes of RAM , and a DVD player . ", Does it come with a modem ? Does it come with a modem ? ," Yes , it has a built-in modem . You just plug a phone line into the back of the computer . " " Yes , it has a built-in modem . You just plug a phone line into the back of the computer . ", How about the monitor ? How about the monitor ? ," A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money . " " A 15 - inch monitor is included in the deal . If you want , you can switch it for a 17 - inch monitor , for a little more money . "," That's okay . A 15 - inch is good enough . All right , I'll take it . " Hi Mike . What have you been up to ? , Not much . I started exercising . Not much . I started exercising . , Trying to get in shape ? Trying to get in shape ? ," Yeah , and I need to start improving my health . " " Yeah , and I need to start improving my health . ", Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ? Me too . What are you doing besides exercising ? , That's about all . That's about all . ," I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously . " " I think if you eat better , it will help tremendously . ", Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems . Sleep is good too . I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems . , Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy . Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy . ," True . But I think it is worth it . When you get old , you want to be healthy and active . " Hello . May I speak to David ? , Who ? Who ? , David Bush . David Bush . , There ’ s nobody here by that name . There ’ s nobody here by that name . ," Sorry , I dialed the wrong number . " Where do you think we should go on holiday this summer ? ," We , I ’ d like to go to Australia . I know it ’ s far to go , but I think it would be something different and special . " " We , I ’ d like to go to Australia . I know it ’ s far to go , but I think it would be something different and special . ", I ’ d really like to go to the Caribbean . We can relax on the beached and enjoy the sunshine . I ’ d really like to go to the Caribbean . We can relax on the beached and enjoy the sunshine . ," There are beaches in Australia too , but I would prefer a more active holiday this year . We could visit Ayers rock and the great barrier reef . It would be so exciting . " " There are beaches in Australia too , but I would prefer a more active holiday this year . We could visit Ayers rock and the great barrier reef . It would be so exciting . ", But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ’ ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ’ d need another holiday to recover from the holiday ! But would it be relaxing ? By summer . I ’ ll be quite tired from doing so much work . The last thing I need is to use more energy racing around Australia . I ’ d need another holiday to recover from the holiday ! ," Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ’ d be doing something different and not working . " " Oh , come on ! A tour of Australia would be relaxing because you ’ d be doing something different and not working . "," Do you think so ? I ’ m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ? " " Do you think so ? I ’ m not so sure . Anyway , tell me your plans for an Australian holiday . How long do you think we should spend there ? ", I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers ! I think we should go for two weeks . We could spend a week in the bush and a week at the great barrier reef-including a few day on the beach for tired office workers ! , That doesn ’ t sound too bad . I ’ d certainly like to go diving . That ’ s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean . That doesn ’ t sound too bad . I ’ d certainly like to go diving . That ’ s one reason I wanted to go to the Caribbean . ," We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like . " " We could hire a car and travel around the interior of Australia for several days . If we hire a car , we can go where we like . ", We ’ d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ’ s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow . We ’ d have to plan our drive before we leave . Let ’ s get a good guidebook from the bookstore when we go shopping in town tomorrow . , It looks like I might have convinced you to go to Australia ! "Mm , they taste delicious . Let's settle the bill . ", Yes . Let's go Dutch . Yes . Let's go Dutch . , No . It's on me this time . No . It's on me this time . , You are always so hospitable . "Oh , I'm starving . I'd like to try some real Chinese cuisine . What would you recommend , waiter ? "," Well , it depends . You see , there are eight famous Chinese for instance , the Sichuan cuisine , and the Hunan cuisine . " " Well , it depends . You see , there are eight famous Chinese for instance , the Sichuan cuisine , and the Hunan cuisine . "," They are both spicy hot , I've heard . " " They are both spicy hot , I've heard . "," That's right . If you like hot dishes , you could try some . " " That's right . If you like hot dishes , you could try some . ", They might be too hot for me . They might be too hot for me . , Then there's the Cantonese cuisine and the Kiangsu cuisine . Most southerners like them . Then there's the Cantonese cuisine and the Kiangsu cuisine . Most southerners like them . , What about any special Beijing dishes ? What about any special Beijing dishes ? , There's the Beijing roast duck . There's the Beijing roast duck . ," Oh , yes . I've heard a lot about it . I'd like very much to try it . Where can I find it ? " " Oh , yes . I've heard a lot about it . I'd like very much to try it . Where can I find it ? "," You can find it in most restaurants , but the best place is certainly Quanjude Restaurant . " " You can find it in most restaurants , but the best place is certainly Quanjude Restaurant . ", Is it near here ? Is it near here ? ," Not too near but not too far either . A taxi will take you there in 15 minutes , If the traffic is not too bad , I mean . " " Not too near but not too far either . A taxi will take you there in 15 minutes , If the traffic is not too bad , I mean . "," Well , thank you for your information . But what is the name of that restaurant again ? " " Well , thank you for your information . But what is the name of that restaurant again ? ", Let me write it down on this slip of paper for you . You can show it to the taxi-driver . Let me write it down on this slip of paper for you . You can show it to the taxi-driver . , That's very kind of you . Thanks a lot . May I take your order now ? , Yes . Do you have any specials today ? Yes . Do you have any specials today ? , I recommend the roast pork chops . I recommend the roast pork chops . , I have never tasted that . I would like to have a try today . What can I do for you ? , I need some medicine . I need some medicine . , For whom ? For whom ? , My wife . She suffers from a bad cold . My wife . She suffers from a bad cold . , What symptoms does she have ? What symptoms does she have ? , Fever and a bad cough . Fever and a bad cough . ," I see . Don't worry , just a common cold . " " I see . Don't worry , just a common cold . ", What kind of medicine does she need ? What kind of medicine does she need ? , Patulin will be enough . Patulin will be enough . , How many pills for each time ? How many pills for each time ? ," Nine pills per day , and three pills after each meal . " " Nine pills per day , and three pills after each meal . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , It's my pleasure . "Good afternoon , what flights do you have from London to Paris ? ", We have two direct flights . Would you like a morning one or an afternoon one ? We have two direct flights . Would you like a morning one or an afternoon one ? ," The morning one , please . I want to go coach . " " The morning one , please . I want to go coach . ", Single or return ? Single or return ? , Single please . Can you show me how to use chopsticks ? , With pleasure . With pleasure . ," Oh , it is not easy to learn ! " " Oh , it is not easy to learn ! ", I think you are a quick learner . I think you are a quick learner . ," Well , I don't think I can manage with it . " " Well , I don't think I can manage with it . "," In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ? " " In that case , shall I ask the waiter to bring you a knife and fork ? "," That's good , thank you . " "OK , everyone . Gather around . Here are the rules . No tackling . No pushing . ", You shouldn't grab someone else's shirt . That's a foul . You shouldn't grab someone else's shirt . That's a foul . , Play is stopped when the person with the ball is touched . Play is stopped when the person with the ball is touched . , You can touch them only between the shoulder and the knees . You can touch them only between the shoulder and the knees . ," The touchdown lines are there and there . OK , let's play ! " " The touchdown lines are there and there . OK , let's play ! "," Before we start , let's have a moment of silence for our fallen men . " There will be a parade to celebrate National Day this weekend . , What's the route ? What's the route ? , From Zhongshan Circus to City Bank . From Zhongshan Circus to City Bank . , If only I could join it ! Let's catch the waiter's eyes . We want to have a table for 4 . , What about that one ? What about that one ? ," Well , it's too close to the door . Is that table reserved ? " " Well , it's too close to the door . Is that table reserved ? "," No , sir . You can sit where you like . " Help ! Help ! ," What's the trouble , ma'am ? " " What's the trouble , ma'am ? ", I was taking a walk when a young man came at me from nowhere and snatched the bag off my hands and ran away . I was taking a walk when a young man came at me from nowhere and snatched the bag off my hands and ran away . , What did the young man look like ? What did the young man look like ? ," Well , he's young , tall and thin . " " Well , he's young , tall and thin . ", To which direction did he run ? To which direction did he run ? ," Let me see ... my right arm ... oh , to the east . " "Hi , long time no see . How have you been ? "," Oh , I've been fine , but I'm having some trouble with my son . " " Oh , I've been fine , but I'm having some trouble with my son . ", Tell me all about it . Tell me all about it . ," Oh , he's 14 and in the past few months , he's become quieter and a bit secretive . He locks himself in his room and I think he's running around with the wrong crowd . " " Oh , he's 14 and in the past few months , he's become quieter and a bit secretive . He locks himself in his room and I think he's running around with the wrong crowd . "," Oh , I see . What makes you think that ? " " Oh , I see . What makes you think that ? "," Well , he's become friends with a couple of older boys who are in a band . And one night last weekend , he came home really late , way past his curfew . " " Well , he's become friends with a couple of older boys who are in a band . And one night last weekend , he came home really late , way past his curfew . ", Really ? What happened ? Really ? What happened ? , He told me that his friend's car broke down and they had to walk home . He told me that his friend's car broke down and they had to walk home . , I see what you mean . I understand why you're concerned . Have you tried talking to your son about it ? I see what you mean . I understand why you're concerned . Have you tried talking to your son about it ? , I haven't yet . I just keep hoping it's just a phase he's going through . I haven't yet . I just keep hoping it's just a phase he's going through . ," You may be right , but it doesn't hurt to find out more about what's going on in his life . " " You may be right , but it doesn't hurt to find out more about what's going on in his life . "," You're right . I should talk to him . Sometimes , it's not easy being a parent . Thanks . It helps to get it off my chest . You're always so easy to talk to . " " You're right . I should talk to him . Sometimes , it's not easy being a parent . Thanks . It helps to get it off my chest . You're always so easy to talk to . "," I don't know about that , but my door is always open . Stop by anytime . " "Yeah , it's really cute . But why a monkey suit ? Is Hello Kitty having an identity complex ? "," No , she's wearing my Chinese zodiac sign . " " No , she's wearing my Chinese zodiac sign . ", You were born in the year of the monkey ? You were born in the year of the monkey ? ," Yeah , are you surprised ? " " Yeah , are you surprised ? ", Not at all ! That explains everything ! "Can you tell me the differences between a letter and a memorandum , Miss Thong ? ", Certainly . A letter must be sent out of the company and must be mailed or posted . A memorandum is a communication within an organization . Certainly . A letter must be sent out of the company and must be mailed or posted . A memorandum is a communication within an organization . , Should we use the layout we use for a letter when we write a memorandum ? Should we use the layout we use for a letter when we write a memorandum ? ," No , not necessary . Usually we have a set form which is printed . We just fill in the printed forms and send it to the person or the offices concerned in the company . " " No , not necessary . Usually we have a set form which is printed . We just fill in the printed forms and send it to the person or the offices concerned in the company . "," Of course , let me find one for you . " "Bill , where are we going to stay tonight ? ", What about a motel ? What about a motel ? , What's that ? What's that ? , It's a hotel but cheaper and offers free parking . It's a hotel but cheaper and offers free parking . ," Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel . " " Well , that sounds good , I have never lived in a motel . ", Then let's stay in a motel . I am sure you will like it . "I haven't told you what happened yet , have I ? ", I haven't heard anything . I haven't heard anything . ," My boss offered me a promotion , and I took it . " " My boss offered me a promotion , and I took it . ", Are you serious ? Are you serious ? ," Yes , I am really excited . " " Yes , I am really excited . ", That's great . Congratulations . That's great . Congratulations . , I appreciate that . I appreciate that . , You have no idea how happy I am for you . You have no idea how happy I am for you . , For real ? For real ? , I believe you were the best choice for that promotion . I really do . "I'd like to buy a bottle of Centrum , a dozen tooth brushes , some baby's wipes , and a small bottle of aspirin . ", Centrum ? We have bottles of thirty and one hundred tablets . Which kind do you want ? Centrum ? We have bottles of thirty and one hundred tablets . Which kind do you want ? , Give me one bottle of one hundred tablets . Give me one bottle of one hundred tablets . , And what kind of toothbrushes would you like ? And what kind of toothbrushes would you like ? , Can I have a look at them ? Can I have a look at them ? ," Sure . This brand is supposed to be very good , but they're expensive . Those are new products . They come in several colors and sizes . There is also hard , soft , and medium . " " Sure . This brand is supposed to be very good , but they're expensive . Those are new products . They come in several colors and sizes . There is also hard , soft , and medium . ", Are they cheaper ? Are they cheaper ? ," This one is 10 % off . That one has no reduction , but you can get a free tube of toothpaste with six toothbrushes . " " This one is 10 % off . That one has no reduction , but you can get a free tube of toothpaste with six toothbrushes . "," So if I buy a dozen , I'll get two free tubes of toothpaste ? " " So if I buy a dozen , I'll get two free tubes of toothpaste ? ", That's right . That's right . , Good . I ' ll take a dozen of them then . Good . I ' ll take a dozen of them then . , And here is your aspirin . What else did you say you want ? And here is your aspirin . What else did you say you want ? , Baby's wipes . Johnson's . Baby's wipes . Johnson's . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Well , actually I'd like to buy some vitamins for my son . He's five months old . Can you suggest any ? " " Well , actually I'd like to buy some vitamins for my son . He's five months old . Can you suggest any ? ", Sure . Here you are . This one is excellent . Just mix one drop of it with milk . Sure . Here you are . This one is excellent . Just mix one drop of it with milk . , Thanks . That'll be all . The man behind your mother must be your elder brother . ," Yes , he was 29 then . " " Yes , he was 29 then . ", He looked his age . Is this American Airlines ? ," Yes , sir . My name is Ellen . How may I help you ? " " Yes , sir . My name is Ellen . How may I help you ? ", I need to get a flight to Chicago on the 7th in the morning . Can you give me a hand ? I need to get a flight to Chicago on the 7th in the morning . Can you give me a hand ? ," Certainly , sir . There ’ s a flight at 8: 35 a . m . and one at 10 . " Would you like to join the drama club ? , Sure . Sure . , Why do you want to join it ? Why do you want to join it ? , It's very exciting . I think . Many people say it's a good story.But I think it's boring ! ," I don't think I share your view there.The writer is writing about history , society , human nature and so on.It ' s too hard to understand . " "Whoa , whoa , what ’ s going on ? Watch out ! "," Hey , watch where you ’ re going ! " " Hey , watch where you ’ re going ! "," Oh , no ! I ’ m so sorry ! Are you all right ? " " Oh , no ! I ’ m so sorry ! Are you all right ? ", Oh ... I don ’ t know . Oh ... I don ’ t know . ," I feel terrible , I really didn ’ t mean to knock you over . My tire , just exploded , and I lost control of my bike . Really , it was an accident . Please accept my apologies . " " I feel terrible , I really didn ’ t mean to knock you over . My tire , just exploded , and I lost control of my bike . Really , it was an accident . Please accept my apologies . "," Oh , wait a second , you seem really familiar , I think I know you from somewhere . " " Oh , wait a second , you seem really familiar , I think I know you from somewhere . "," Yeah , I think we have met somewhere before . That ’ s right ! We met at Aaron ’ s place last weekend ! What a coincidence ! But anyway , I ’ m glad to see that you ’ re not too badly hurt , and I should probably get going . I have a nine o ’ clock meeting . " " Yeah , I think we have met somewhere before . That ’ s right ! We met at Aaron ’ s place last weekend ! What a coincidence ! But anyway , I ’ m glad to see that you ’ re not too badly hurt , and I should probably get going . I have a nine o ’ clock meeting . ", Ouch ! My ankle ! I think it ’ s broken ! You can ’ t just leave me like this ! Are you calling an ambulance ? Ouch ! My ankle ! I think it ’ s broken ! You can ’ t just leave me like this ! Are you calling an ambulance ? ," Nope , I ’ m canceling my appointment so that I can stay here with you . " Tyler residence . , Is this Naomi ? Is this Naomi ? ," No , this is her sister , Nancy . " " No , this is her sister , Nancy . ", You sure sound like Naomi . You sure sound like Naomi . , Oh . Can I take a message ? Oh . Can I take a message ? , Sure . Please tell her that Andy called . Sure . Please tell her that Andy called . , Okay . I'll give her the message . Okay . I'll give her the message . , Thanks . Thanks . , Bye . "Daniel , here is some money for the tickets . "," OK , it's my pleasure . How many tickets ? " " OK , it's my pleasure . How many tickets ? "," Oh , like a gentleman . Two tickets for two people . " " Oh , like a gentleman . Two tickets for two people . ", But I am only half a person as you and they charge both of us the same price tickets . But I am only half a person as you and they charge both of us the same price tickets . , They may unless we get a half-price ticket for you . They may unless we get a half-price ticket for you . ," Dad , it makes no sense . " " Dad , it makes no sense . ", You may ask if you can take a half-price ticket . You may ask if you can take a half-price ticket . ," Yeah , I make certain . A half-price ticket cuts us one point five Yuan . " "Hey Sarah , I'm having some trouble finding an apartment . Can you help me look at some listings online ? ", Sure . What kind of apartment are you looking for ? Sure . What kind of apartment are you looking for ? ," Well , it has to be cheap . I don't want a really expensive apartment . " " Well , it has to be cheap . I don't want a really expensive apartment . ", OK . Would you like to live in a studio ? OK . Would you like to live in a studio ? ," Sure , a studio would be fine . " I want to buy two tickets for tonight's concert . , Sure . How do you like your seats ? Sure . How do you like your seats ? ," Ordinary one , please . " " Ordinary one , please . "," Ok , here are your tickets in Row 13 . " " Ok , here are your tickets in Row 13 . ", I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 . I think they are too far from the stage . I want two in row 6 . , That's fine . But you have to pay another $ 10 . "Excuse me , sir . Is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes . I'd like to change some money , please . " " Yes . I'd like to change some money , please . ", All right . How much would you like to change ? All right . How much would you like to change ? , Let me see . I think maybe 600 USD at least . Let me see . I think maybe 600 USD at least . , Pardon ? Pardon ? , Six hundred US dollars . Six hundred US dollars . ," I'm sorry , sir , after 7 " " I'm sorry , sir , after 7 ", But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ? But I am badly in need of the amount . Might I ask you to make an exception for me ? ," I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it . " " I'm afraid we cannot help you , sir , because that would be violating the regulations . I owe an apology for doing nothing about it . "," It's just too bad . I have to leave it as it is , and thank you just the same . " "Could I speak to Mr . Wu , please ? "," Who ’ s calling , please ? " " Who ’ s calling , please ? ", This is Kevin . This is Kevin . ," Hold on a second , please . " Uh-oh . We don't have a flashlight . , Don't worry . We'll make it back to the camp site before dark . Don't worry . We'll make it back to the camp site before dark . , I sure hope so . Could you give me a taxi to pick me up and take me to the airport before 1:00 p . m . ? ," What is your address , sir ? " " What is your address , sir ? ", I live in room 1106 of the Friendship Hotel . I live in room 1106 of the Friendship Hotel . ," OK , someone will be there by 12:15 . " Why are you asking me about my boyfriend ? ," Well , Brad from school asked me out just today . " " Well , Brad from school asked me out just today . ", Brad Bush ? Good for you ! Brad Bush ? Good for you ! , But I don't know what to do . But I don't know what to do . , You mean you've never had a boyfriend ? You mean you've never had a boyfriend ? , My mom says no boyfriend until I'm in college . My mom says no boyfriend until I'm in college . , Until college ? Until college ? ," Actually , that's what a lot of parents in Taiwan say to their kids . " "Hey , Susie , what health club do you belong to ? "," Total Fitness , why ? " " Total Fitness , why ? "," Well , I ’ Ve been going to Athletic Express , but I don ’ t like it there . " " Well , I ’ Ve been going to Athletic Express , but I don ’ t like it there . ", Really ? Why not ? I hear it ’ s pretty good . Really ? Why not ? I hear it ’ s pretty good . , The people don ’ t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time . The people don ’ t really work out there . They just stand around and talk all the time . ," Oh , it ’ s one of those places . " " Oh , it ’ s one of those places . "," Yeah , is your club different ? " " Yeah , is your club different ? "," Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ’ t so many people . " " Well , they have different rooms . I lift weights by the pool where there aren ’ t so many people . ", Do they have a lot of equipment ? Do they have a lot of equipment ? ," Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna . " " Yeah , they have all the machines , a pool , and a steam room and sauna . ", Sounds nice . What about classes ? Sounds nice . What about classes ? ," The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too . " " The usual . Aerobics , kickboxing , yoga . They just started a Tai Chi class too . "," Wow , that sounds great . " " Wow , that sounds great . "," Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ’ t you come with me tonight ? " " Well , I have a guest pass . Why don ’ t you come with me tonight ? ", Really ? Thanks . I ’ ll stop by when I get off work . Really ? Thanks . I ’ ll stop by when I get off work . , Perfect . See you later . Perfect . See you later . ," O . K . , see you . " What kind of lease is it ? , It's a one-year lease . It's a one-year lease . , Can I have a month-to-month lease ? I only want to rent the apartment for five months . Can I have a month-to-month lease ? I only want to rent the apartment for five months . ," No , all the leases are for one year . We don't have month-to-month leases . " " No , all the leases are for one year . We don't have month-to-month leases . "," Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway . " " Well , then I don't think this would be a good apartment for me . Thank you anyway . ", You're welcome . "It's quite cold this early morning , isn't it ? "," Yeah . It's already December , you know . " " Yeah . It's already December , you know . "," Time sure flies , doesn't it ? " How could we advertise our celebrations to mark the centenary of the founding of the university ? , I ’ m sure we could get one or two tv companies to come in . Perhaps the president could invite them and do an interview . I ’ m sure we could get one or two tv companies to come in . Perhaps the president could invite them and do an interview . , That ’ s a good idea . We could put up some posters in and around the campus with a list of events . It would be quite cheap to do on the campus . That ’ s a good idea . We could put up some posters in and around the campus with a list of events . It would be quite cheap to do on the campus . , It will be expensive to do outside the campus . Perhaps we could arrange for some sponsorship . It will be expensive to do outside the campus . Perhaps we could arrange for some sponsorship . ," We could contact alumni who work for large , well-know companies . They might be able to arrange cheap advertising in exchange for some free tickets . " " We could contact alumni who work for large , well-know companies . They might be able to arrange cheap advertising in exchange for some free tickets . ", Good thinking ! We should also print some leaflets for students to distribute . Good thinking ! We should also print some leaflets for students to distribute . ," We should put some information about it on the home page of our university website . When people visit the website , they ’ ll see the information . " " We should put some information about it on the home page of our university website . When people visit the website , they ’ ll see the information . ", We could take out some advertisements to local newspapers . I checked the prices and they are reasonable . We could take out some advertisements to local newspapers . I checked the prices and they are reasonable . , Ok . Let ’ s get to work on our advertising campaign . "Stop running around in front of the TV , will you ? Why don ’ t you just sit and watch ? "," I've tried , but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program . " " I've tried , but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program . ", Then stay away . Nobody's keeping you from doing that . Then stay away . Nobody's keeping you from doing that . ," Don't be so irritable . I just don't understand the program , that's all . " " Don't be so irritable . I just don't understand the program , that's all . "," All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram . " " All right , I will explain it to you later on . Now scram . "," Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want . " " Ok . I will wait until you have had your fun , if that's what you want . "," That's exactly what I want , thank you . " Do you want to hang out tomorrow ? ," Oh , I can't . I have a date ! " " Oh , I can't . I have a date ! ", Really ? Wow with who ? Really ? Wow with who ? , This girl I've been chatting with for the past couple of months . She's really cool and she's driving over here this weekend . This girl I've been chatting with for the past couple of months . She's really cool and she's driving over here this weekend . ," Wait a minute , you mean you met her online ? " " Wait a minute , you mean you met her online ? "," Yeah ! I signed up for a website called match @ . com and it is great ! You fill in all your details and preferences , like if you are a smoker or if you have any pets . Then you find people that have similar characteristics and you can email them or chat . " " Yeah ! I signed up for a website called match @ . com and it is great ! You fill in all your details and preferences , like if you are a smoker or if you have any pets . Then you find people that have similar characteristics and you can email them or chat . ", That is kind of weird ! What if she is a psycho or something like that ? That is kind of weird ! What if she is a psycho or something like that ? ," It's the same as meeting people anywhere and dating them ! I am just tired of going to bars or being set up for dates by my friends ! I think this is a really cool alternative , especially if you are a bit shy . " " It's the same as meeting people anywhere and dating them ! I am just tired of going to bars or being set up for dates by my friends ! I think this is a really cool alternative , especially if you are a bit shy . ", I guess it does seem logical . I'll have to check it out ! "Jim , what do you think of that first interviewee ? "," Well , he looked sharp and he came across as a very confident guy . " " Well , he looked sharp and he came across as a very confident guy . "," Okay , what about the first woman ? " " Okay , what about the first woman ? ", She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills . She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills . ," All right , and what about the older gentle ? " " All right , and what about the older gentle ? "," He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified . " " He was very distinguished , maybe a bit over-qualified . ", Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job . Ohhhh . I hate this part of my job . , Why don't you go over the resumes again ? They might help you decide who to hire . I had a big argument with david yesterday . I hope he ’ s not still mad at me . , what did you argue about ? what did you argue about ? , he borrowed some money from me and I needed it back . He said he didn ’ t have the money yet . he borrowed some money from me and I needed it back . He said he didn ’ t have the money yet . ," well , he should pay you back . It ’ s only fair . " " well , he should pay you back . It ’ s only fair . "," yes , but is got angry with him too quickly . He probably thought that I mistrusted him . I shouldn ’ t have got angry . " " yes , but is got angry with him too quickly . He probably thought that I mistrusted him . I shouldn ’ t have got angry . ", did you lend him a lot of money ? did you lend him a lot of money ? ," not much . I had to pay an unexpected bill , so I needed the money back . " " not much . I had to pay an unexpected bill , so I needed the money back . "," well , talk to him about it next time you see him . He probably feels as bad about it as you do . Close friends sometimes have disagreements . It ’ s nothing unusual . Neither of you said anything r " " well , talk to him about it next time you see him . He probably feels as bad about it as you do . Close friends sometimes have disagreements . It ’ s nothing unusual . Neither of you said anything r "," no , we didn ’ t . I guess you ’ re right . We should patch things up . " " no , we didn ’ t . I guess you ’ re right . We should patch things up . "," of course you should . You wouldn ’ t want a silly argument to ruin a long friendship , would you ? " Excuse me . Mr . Li . May I ask you some questions ? ," Sure . Take a seat , please . What would you like to know ? " " Sure . Take a seat , please . What would you like to know ? ", Can you tell me how many credits would be enough for a Bachelor's degree ? Can you tell me how many credits would be enough for a Bachelor's degree ? ," A Bachelor is awarded to a student who successfully completes over 120 units , including general and specific requirements , for his or her undergraduate major and elective courses . " " A Bachelor is awarded to a student who successfully completes over 120 units , including general and specific requirements , for his or her undergraduate major and elective courses . ", How long does it take to earn a Bachelor's degree ? How long does it take to earn a Bachelor's degree ? , Normally it can be completed in four years . I ’ d like to apply for a personal loan . , How much would you like to borrow ? How much would you like to borrow ? , A thousand dollars . A thousand dollars . , Let me check with a credit manager . A record show your credit reading is quite high . I don't think you have any problems . Let me check with a credit manager . A record show your credit reading is quite high . I don't think you have any problems . , What ’ s the current interest rate ? What ’ s the current interest rate ? , Our monthly interest is 1.5 % of the outstanding balance . Would you please fill out the application the form ? "Front Desk , may I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to move to another room . " " Yes , I'd like to move to another room . ", Is there anything uncomfortable in your room ? Is there anything uncomfortable in your room ? , Yes . The air-conditioner in this room doesn't work . Yes . The air-conditioner in this room doesn't work . ," May I have your room number , sir ? " " May I have your room number , sir ? ", Wang Wei . Room 1212 . Wang Wei . Room 1212 . ," OK . Mr . Wang , may I send a room attendant to check it for you first ? " " OK . Mr . Wang , may I send a room attendant to check it for you first ? ", All right . All right . ," ( 15 minutes later ) Mr . Wang , we are deeply sorry for the inconvenience . The maintenance might last for a long time , may I offer you another room ? " " ( 15 minutes later ) Mr . Wang , we are deeply sorry for the inconvenience . The maintenance might last for a long time , may I offer you another room ? ", Yes . No problem . Excuse me . , Yes ? Yes ? , I bought this circulator here yesterday but it doesn't work . I bought this circulator here yesterday but it doesn't work . ," Oh , let's see what's wrong . " "Give me a pack of first-class stamps , please . ", Here you are . That will be five dollars . Anything else ? Here you are . That will be five dollars . Anything else ? , Yes . I want some post cards and some airmail stamps . I want to send some letters to South America . Yes . I want some post cards and some airmail stamps . I want to send some letters to South America . ," Just a moment , I'll look up the rate for air-mail letters to South America . " " Just a moment , I'll look up the rate for air-mail letters to South America . "," Can you tell me how much it will cost to send a package to Colombia ? Also , I what to know how long it will take . " " Can you tell me how much it will cost to send a package to Colombia ? Also , I what to know how long it will take . ", Do you have the package with you ? I would have to weigh it to see how much it would cost . Do you have the package with you ? I would have to weigh it to see how much it would cost . , Do you insure package ? Do you insure package ? , Yes . All you have to do declare the value of the package and decide how much you want to insure it for . Yes . All you have to do declare the value of the package and decide how much you want to insure it for . , Is there a way that I can be sure that the people in South america receive my package ? Is there a way that I can be sure that the people in South america receive my package ? ," The post office rarely loses package . You can , however , request a rectum receipt . " " The post office rarely loses package . You can , however , request a rectum receipt . ", One last question-what are your hours ? One last question-what are your hours ? , We open at eight-thirty in the morning and close at five-thirty in the afternoon . We open at eight-thirty in the morning and close at five-thirty in the afternoon . ," Thank you , you helped me a lot . " Do you remember what the ratings of movies stand for ? ," Yes , G stands for General Audiences , PG means Parental Guidance suggested , R is restricted to audiences under 18 and X means explicit content . " " Yes , G stands for General Audiences , PG means Parental Guidance suggested , R is restricted to audiences under 18 and X means explicit content . ", Does anyone pay any attention to those ratings anymore ? Does anyone pay any attention to those ratings anymore ? , Remember when we were kids ? Theaters wouldn't let kids in to PG moves without a parent . Remember when we were kids ? Theaters wouldn't let kids in to PG moves without a parent . , I remember that I never saw an X moves even displayed . I remember that I never saw an X moves even displayed . , Now with video rentals it's all a personal matter . Now with video rentals it's all a personal matter . ," Yea , I never see theaters turn people away for their age anymore either . " " Yea , I never see theaters turn people away for their age anymore either . ", Now we have to make a choice about what we will see and what we won't . "Are these your text books ? Biochemistry , General Ecology , Botany , Cell Genetics , Molecular Genetics ... ", Yes . I gotta review all of them for the final exam . It is just around the corner . Yes . I gotta review all of them for the final exam . It is just around the corner . ," Oh , right ! Do you have many exams at the end of each semester ? " " Oh , right ! Do you have many exams at the end of each semester ? "," That depends . Some semesters have many , some don't . And some courses don't have exams but only ask for papers . That's easy . " " That depends . Some semesters have many , some don't . And some courses don't have exams but only ask for papers . That's easy . ", And when do you prepare for your final exam ? And when do you prepare for your final exam ? ," Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam . " " Honestly speaking , most students prepare it one month before the exam . ", Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ? Really ? You only review your lessons in one month ? Does it work ? ," Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them . " " Of course , it's useful . And it's very crucial to have the copies of teacher's notes , because most questions in the exam are based on them . "," Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart ! " " Wow , and all the key points are included in them ? You're so smart ! ", But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late . But the exam is not as simple as you may imagine . We have to stay up late . , Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ? Do you have the classrooms open for the whole night ? ," Yes , some people even pack up his bed quilt and sleep there . That's a little bit crazy . " My wife and I didn't used to spend this much money . , What's changed ? What's changed ? , My wife has been pregnant for 7 months . My wife has been pregnant for 7 months . , I see . I guess diapers and baby food are expensive.Bringing up children is not easy . I see . I guess diapers and baby food are expensive.Bringing up children is not easy . , My wife will be going back to work soon . My wife will be going back to work soon . , You should have more money then . You should have more money then . , Yes.We will need milk powder and bassinet . Hmm . You have three cameras . Are you a photographer ? ," No , my company makes cameras.Well , I'm also a photographer , but two of these are for our display . " " No , my company makes cameras.Well , I'm also a photographer , but two of these are for our display . ", I see . And what's in this bag ? I see . And what's in this bag ? , Egg tarts . Egg tarts . , I thought you said you didn't have any food with you today . I thought you said you didn't have any food with you today . , I thought you meant vegetables and meat when you asked me . Things like that . I don't have any vegetables . I thought you meant vegetables and meat when you asked me . Things like that . I don't have any vegetables . ," I'm sorry , Mr . Lee . Egg tarts are food too . We will have to confiscate these . " " I'm sorry , Mr . Lee . Egg tarts are food too . We will have to confiscate these . ", Confiscate ? Confiscate ? ," Yes , we will have to dispose of them . " " Yes , we will have to dispose of them . ", It's too bad . They are very delicious . It's too bad . They are very delicious . , I know . One out of every three travelers from Taiwan seems to be carrying them.They are being smuggled in by the thousands . I know . One out of every three travelers from Taiwan seems to be carrying them.They are being smuggled in by the thousands . ," Oh , well . Not by me . " " Oh , well . Not by me . "," No , not today at least . Enjoy your visit to the United States , Mr . Lee . " " No , not today at least . Enjoy your visit to the United States , Mr . Lee . ", Thank you . Did you go camping last Saturday ? ," We went to the coast . It's really a nice place for camping , really good time around the fire singing and dancing . " " We went to the coast . It's really a nice place for camping , really good time around the fire singing and dancing . ", How many members were in your party in all ? How many members were in your party in all ? , There were six of us . There were six of us . , Did you get caught in the bad storm ? Did you get caught in the bad storm ? ," Yes , we got wet through . But we still enjoyed ourselves . " We are planning to go to Beidaihe for vacation . Do you want to go with us ? , It ’ s so cool ! Where can I find information on this subject ? , I'm not sure . Let's look up the catalogue . I'm not sure . Let's look up the catalogue . , Will you give some advice on this experiment ? Will you give some advice on this experiment ? , I advise that step be taken in power supply first . I advise that step be taken in power supply first . , What's his suggestion for this work ? What's his suggestion for this work ? , His suggestion is that the work be started at once . His suggestion is that the work be started at once . , The way I see it is that they'd join us . The way I see it is that they'd join us . , I think so too . "Peter , have you finished your English composition ? ", No . But I ’ m working on it . No . But I ’ m working on it . , Class starts in twenty minutes . You have to turn it in at the beginning of class today . Class starts in twenty minutes . You have to turn it in at the beginning of class today . , I know . I know ! I know . I know ! , Do you think you can finish it on time ? Do you think you can finish it on time ? , Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll get it done very soon . I ’ m almost finished . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll get it done very soon . I ’ m almost finished . , You ’ d better hurry ! You ’ d better hurry ! ," Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me . " " Well , it would be a lot easier to finish if you stopped talking to me . ", Sorry ! What are you calling about today ? , I scheduled a delivery for tomorrow . I scheduled a delivery for tomorrow . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? , I would like to reschedule . I would like to reschedule . , That shouldn't be a problem . That shouldn't be a problem . , Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ? Can I have it delivered the day after tomorrow ? ," So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ? " " So , you want it delivered the day after tomorrow ? "," Yes , will that be possible ? " " Yes , will that be possible ? ", What time would you like us to deliver it ? What time would you like us to deliver it ? , Is 2:30 Okay ? Is 2:30 Okay ? , Your delivery has been confirmed . Your delivery has been confirmed . ," Thank you , and I'm sorry for the change of plans . " The idea about Friday the Thirteenth is totally ridiculous . I don't believe it at all . , Maybe you can't be so sure . Maybe you can't be so sure . , Why not ? The whole idea is superstitious . Why not ? The whole idea is superstitious . , But some people use this occasion to create trouble . Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer ? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth . But some people use this occasion to create trouble . Have you heard of the Black Friday Virus on the computer ? It is designed to break out on every Friday the Thirteenth . , I know that . But that has nothing to do with being unlucky . Those who created the virus are deliberately making fun of people . "My computer isn ’ t running at the same speed it used to be , it is testing my patience everyday . Can you tell me how to make it run faster ? "," If you want to speed up your system , you ’ Ve got to clean it up first . " " If you want to speed up your system , you ’ Ve got to clean it up first . ", How ? How ? ," You need to free your disk space . The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use . Things should be fine next time you start . You also need to control what starts up . There is a program calls Start-up Delayer , It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts . For example , you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up . " " You need to free your disk space . The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use . Things should be fine next time you start . You also need to control what starts up . There is a program calls Start-up Delayer , It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts . For example , you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up . "," Very useful advice , I will try them right now . " Do you have wake-up service ? ," Yes.You can use the computer to seta tima.Dial 10 and then time.For example.if you want to get up at 7:15 , you can dial 100715 . " " Yes.You can use the computer to seta tima.Dial 10 and then time.For example.if you want to get up at 7:15 , you can dial 100715 . ", OK . I understand . OK . I understand . , Or we can call you tomorrow coming . Or we can call you tomorrow coming . ," Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30 " " Well , I would prefer you to call me up tomorrow at 6:30 ", No problem . Good night . What does she do ? , She works as a teller in a bank . She works as a teller in a bank . , Does she go to night school ? Does she go to night school ? , Yes . She goes three times a week . Yes . She goes three times a week . , Why ? What does she want to be ? Why ? What does she want to be ? , She wants to be a manager . She wants to be a manager . , What classes does she take ? What classes does she take ? , She takes classes in accounting and business . Your hand is bleeding . What have you done to it ? , I cut it on that blade . I cut it on that blade . , I'll get the first aid box . There's some antiseptic cream and a bandage in there . "Miss Liu , please come in . "," What can I do for you , sir ? " " What can I do for you , sir ? ", Copy this report for me . Copy this report for me . , OK . But which size should I use ? OK . But which size should I use ? , You should use the A4 paper is all right . You should use the A4 paper is all right . , I see . Should I have it bound ? I see . Should I have it bound ? , It is unnecessary . It is unnecessary . , That is all right . Hello . I would like to buy some business cards . , Excellent . How many would you like ? Excellent . How many would you like ? , Two thousand would be fine . Two thousand would be fine . ," You need to fill out this form , please . " " You need to fill out this form , please . ", All I want is the same thing on this card . All I want is the same thing on this card . ," That will be no problem , sir . " " That will be no problem , sir . "," ... Okay , I'm finished . Here's your form and my old card . " " ... Okay , I'm finished . Here's your form and my old card . "," Very good , sir . Your order will be ready in one week . " " Very good , sir . Your order will be ready in one week . ", Do you think you could finish it in three days ? Do you think you could finish it in three days ? ," No problem , sir . But it will cost you extra . " Your garden is looking very beautiful this summer . The flowers are really colorful . ," Thank you . I have roses , tulips , and daffodils . Do you like the rockery with the smaller flowers ? " " Thank you . I have roses , tulips , and daffodils . Do you like the rockery with the smaller flowers ? "," Yes , I do . Those are violets , aren ’ t they ? " " Yes , I do . Those are violets , aren ’ t they ? "," Yes , they are . This afternoon , I ’ m going to prune the hedge . " " Yes , they are . This afternoon , I ’ m going to prune the hedge . ", The lower branches on that tree are hanging very low . Would you like me to cut them off for you ? The lower branches on that tree are hanging very low . Would you like me to cut them off for you ? , Thank you ! That would be very kind of you . I have a saw in the garden shed . Thank you ! That would be very kind of you . I have a saw in the garden shed . ," When the lower branches are removed , you ’ ll be able to sit under the tree . " " When the lower branches are removed , you ’ ll be able to sit under the tree . "," Tomorrow , I ’ ll cut the grass . Then the garden will look perfect . " " Tomorrow , I ’ ll cut the grass . Then the garden will look perfect . ", Just make sure children don ’ t play in the flower beds and destroy the flowers . do you have a minute ? ," sure , what would you like to discuss ? " " sure , what would you like to discuss ? "," I've made a tough decision , sir . Here's my resignation . " " I've made a tough decision , sir . Here's my resignation . "," well , I have to tell you that I'm quite surprised . Is there any possible way to change your mind ? " " well , I have to tell you that I'm quite surprised . Is there any possible way to change your mind ? "," I'm afraid not , sir . I've made up my mind . It's something I have to do . " " I'm afraid not , sir . I've made up my mind . It's something I have to do . ", can I ask why ? Were you unhappy working for us ? can I ask why ? Were you unhappy working for us ? ," oh , no . not at all . " " oh , no . not at all . ", are you planning on studying abroad ? are you planning on studying abroad ? ," no , sir . " " no , sir . ", have you been given a better offer ? have you been given a better offer ? ," Oh , no . I would never look for another job while working here . I think this is a fantastic place to work . " " Oh , no . I would never look for another job while working here . I think this is a fantastic place to work . "," well , what's the problem then ? " " well , what's the problem then ? ", it's my mother . She's sick and needs someone to take care of her . I'm the only one who can do it . it's my mother . She's sick and needs someone to take care of her . I'm the only one who can do it . ," I'm sorry to hear that , but you don't need to quit over that . Why don't you just take a leave of absence ? We can hold your job for you until your mother gets better . " " I'm sorry to hear that , but you don't need to quit over that . Why don't you just take a leave of absence ? We can hold your job for you until your mother gets better . ", really ? I didn't know that would be possible . really ? I didn't know that would be possible . ," sure , we'd be carry to lose a good worker like you . " " sure , we'd be carry to lose a good worker like you . "," thanks , sir . " Would you mind if I ask you whether you are married or not ? ," To be frank , I was married once , and now I'm single . " " To be frank , I was married once , and now I'm single . ", Do you mean you got a divorce ? Do you mean you got a divorce ? ," Yes , my first marriage was a failure . " 911 . What can I do for you ? , I am reporting a break-in . I am reporting a break-in . , When did it happen ? When did it happen ? , It happened last night . It happened last night . , Where did it happen ? Where did it happen ? , It happened at my house . It happened at my house . , What was taken ? What was taken ? , I don't know . I don't know . , How do you know there was a break-in ? How do you know there was a break-in ? , Someone busted my window . Someone busted my window . , I will send a squad car to your house right now . I will send a squad car to your house right now . , Please do . What is included in a job advertisement ? ," Generally speaking , there are the company , the job title , job description , requirement , and so on . " " Generally speaking , there are the company , the job title , job description , requirement , and so on . ", What are the accesses of the job ads ? What are the accesses of the job ads ? ," There are many sources , such as newspaper , Internet and direct visit . " "Look , Forest Gump is on at six thirty . ", Really ? It was on in 1994 for the first time . And it is really a classic . Really ? It was on in 1994 for the first time . And it is really a classic . ," Yeah , I am very impressed with Tom Hanks ' performance in the movie . " " Yeah , I am very impressed with Tom Hanks ' performance in the movie . ", I am also impressed with the lines in the movie . I am also impressed with the lines in the movie . ," Life is like a box of chocolates , you never know what you're gonna get . " " Life is like a box of chocolates , you never know what you're gonna get . ", That's my favorite . That's my favorite . ," You know , it also won 6 Oscar awards in 1995 . Unbelievable ! " " You know , it also won 6 Oscar awards in 1995 . Unbelievable ! ", It deserves . That film can give us a lot of inspiration . It deserves . That film can give us a lot of inspiration . ," Yes , the Forrest's experience can encourage the people in trouble . " " Yes , the Forrest's experience can encourage the people in trouble . "," All in all , it will never lose its appeal . " " All in all , it will never lose its appeal . "," Gucci , I have an idea . Do you want to see this movie together ? " " Gucci , I have an idea . Do you want to see this movie together ? ", Sure . Now you are talking . Good afternoon . What can I do for you ? , I booked a room here . I booked a room here . ," Your name , please ? " " Your name , please ? "," Brown , Jason Brown . " " Brown , Jason Brown . "," Wait for a minute , Mr . Brown , a single room with bath from today to the fifteenth . " " Wait for a minute , Mr . Brown , a single room with bath from today to the fifteenth . ", That's right That's right , Would you like to register now ? Would you like to register now ? , Yes . Yes . ," Could you fill out this registration form , please ? " " Could you fill out this registration form , please ? ", OK . Is this all right ? OK . Is this all right ? ," Yes . Thank you . May I see your passport , please ? " " Yes . Thank you . May I see your passport , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Thank you . Will you be paying in cash or by credit card ? Thank you . Will you be paying in cash or by credit card ? , In cash . In cash . , Your room number is 210 . The bellboy will show you the way there . I hope you enjoy your stay . Your room number is 210 . The bellboy will show you the way there . I hope you enjoy your stay . , Thanks . How much do you make a month ? , Mind your own business . "Hello , hot water overflowed from the bathtub . Would you help me ? ", Would you turn off the tap ? Would you turn off the tap ? , I did it . I did it . , Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door . Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door . ," Ok , I will . " " Ok , I will . ", I will have our housekeeper come right away . I will have our housekeeper come right away . ," I am sorry , I was too tired to fall asleep . " " I am sorry , I was too tired to fall asleep . "," When you woke up , the water was coming out the tub ? " " When you woke up , the water was coming out the tub ? ", Right . Can I compensate for the damage with the travel accident insurance ? "Okay , Doctor , tell it to me straight . ", If you want to live much longer you have to give up smoking . If you want to live much longer you have to give up smoking . , I've tried before . Everything I've tried doesn't work . I've tried before . Everything I've tried doesn't work . ," Maybe with the choice of life or death before you , you will find it easier . " " Maybe with the choice of life or death before you , you will find it easier . ", May I see that x-ray again ? May I see that x-ray again ? , See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs . See all these black areas ? That's tar built up in your Lungs . , And that is what's causing my shortness of breath . And that is what's causing my shortness of breath . ," Look at it this way , when you quit , you will save money , time and your life ! " What a surprise we've met here ! , Haven't seen you for ages.Where have you been ? Haven't seen you for ages.Where have you been ? , I've been in China.Where were you ? I've been in China.Where were you ? , In Thailand . I taught English there . Are you sure you can't lend me five thousand dollars ? ," Hmm ... I'll tell you what . I'll lend you four thousand dollars , but you have to pay me back next week . " " Hmm ... I'll tell you what . I'll lend you four thousand dollars , but you have to pay me back next week . ", It's a deal . "I just got laid off . The awful business , you know . ", I ’ m very sorry to hear about that . So are you all right ? I ’ m very sorry to hear about that . So are you all right ? ," Yeah , I ’ m better after talking to you . " " Yeah , I ’ m better after talking to you . "," Oh , you poor thing ! " Your knowledge of English is really surprising . ," Oh , it's nothing to speak of . " " Oh , it's nothing to speak of . "," No , seriously . I'm impressed . " " No , seriously . I'm impressed . ", Thank you . I appreciate the compliment . "A table for two , please . ", All right . How about this one by the window ? All right . How about this one by the window ? , Thank you . It's fine . Thank you . It's fine . ," May I take your order now , sir ? " " May I take your order now , sir ? ", What do you recommend ? We'd like some of your local specialities . What do you recommend ? We'd like some of your local specialities . , Our restaurant is famous for its seafood . Our restaurant is famous for its seafood . , One cream of fish soup and two portions of prawns . One cream of fish soup and two portions of prawns . ," Shrimp salad is our speciality , took " " Shrimp salad is our speciality , took "," No , I think it's enough . " " No , I think it's enough . ", What would you like to drink ? What would you like to drink ? , A juice and a coke . The Phoenix team overpowered its counterpart 86 to 50 . , They're absolutely right to get a replacement for 21 . They're absolutely right to get a replacement for 21 . ," If the Phoenix beats the Rocket , it will enter the final . " " If the Phoenix beats the Rocket , it will enter the final . "," No way , if it still has 21 . " And what's your vision ? , 20/350 . 20/350 . ," Mine's 20/20 . Life just isn't fair , is it ? " " Mine's 20/20 . Life just isn't fair , is it ? "," Oh , yes , it is . " " Oh , yes , it is . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , You'll find out when we're in the woods and you have to go to the bathroom ... You'll find out when we're in the woods and you have to go to the bathroom ... , They don't have toilets at the campground ? They don't have toilets at the campground ? , Let's just say I'll have it easy ... Which route are you interested in ? , I think the four days ' tour from New York to Atlantic City will be fine . I think the four days ' tour from New York to Atlantic City will be fine . , That's a good choice . That's a good choice . , What is the departure date ? What is the departure date ? , We have parties every Saturday from June to October . "Mike , what are you doing tonight ? ", Nothing special . I just want to get plastered . Nothing special . I just want to get plastered . , I don't feel like drinking tonight . I'm gonna hang out at YY's . I don't feel like drinking tonight . I'm gonna hang out at YY's . ," YY's ? That place is boring . How about Xara's ? It's real classy , and they keep the place spin and span . " " YY's ? That place is boring . How about Xara's ? It's real classy , and they keep the place spin and span . "," Yeah , but it's expensive . Nah , I'm going to YY's . " " Yeah , but it's expensive . Nah , I'm going to YY's . "," On second thought , I think I'll join you . " " On second thought , I think I'll join you . ", They ' Ve just renovated the place . You may be surprised . They ' Ve just renovated the place . You may be surprised . ," Wow , they really went to town on this place ! " " Wow , they really went to town on this place ! "," Quite a difference , huh ? " " Quite a difference , huh ? "," Sure is . Waiter , bring us two drafts , please . " " Sure is . Waiter , bring us two drafts , please . ", Ah hah.Thought you were't drinking . Ah hah.Thought you were't drinking . ," When in Rome , do as the Romans do . " "Professor , I will not be here for our next class meeting . ", Is this absolutely necessary ? Is this absolutely necessary ? ," I tried to work something out , but I really do have to miss one class . " " I tried to work something out , but I really do have to miss one class . ", Will you be able to make up the work you missed ? Will you be able to make up the work you missed ? , I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading . I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading . , Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester . Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester . ," Yes , I remember . " " Yes , I remember . ", Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ? Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder ? ," Sure , no problem . " " Sure , no problem . ", Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester ! I often recalled the days when Tom and I were madly in love . , Very romantic ? Very romantic ? , Yeah . He always tickled my finny bone with his college stories . Yeah . He always tickled my finny bone with his college stories . , You married him for that reason ? You married him for that reason ? , Definitely not . The most important thing was we loved each other . Let's go over this plan again . ," From Vancouver , we bike along the border all the way to Winnipeg . " " From Vancouver , we bike along the border all the way to Winnipeg . "," And that is mostly flat , right ? " " And that is mostly flat , right ? "," Relatively , once we're out of Alberta , anyway . Then it's hills again in Aitoba . " " Relatively , once we're out of Alberta , anyway . Then it's hills again in Aitoba . "," And from Winnipeg we go around the lakes through Toronto , right ? " " And from Winnipeg we go around the lakes through Toronto , right ? ", That's right . And up in to Quebec . And that's where we stop . That's right . And up in to Quebec . And that's where we stop . ," It doesn't sound like that much when we go over the plan but that's a long , long ride . " " It doesn't sound like that much when we go over the plan but that's a long , long ride . ", Are you ready for the cross country of a lifetime ? "Excuse me , sir . Can I help you ? ", I'd be glad to have your help . Could you make the air-conditioner cooler ? I'd be glad to have your help . Could you make the air-conditioner cooler ? ," I'm sorry . We can not regulate the air-conditioner . As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation , and the temperature here will drop . Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment . " " I'm sorry . We can not regulate the air-conditioner . As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation , and the temperature here will drop . Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment . ", Good idea . Good idea . ," Your wet towel , sir . " " Your wet towel , sir . ", Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ? Thank you . Could I have something cold to drink ? ," Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ? " " Yes . We have mineral water , orange juice , coke , which do you prefer ? "," Orange juice , please . " " Orange juice , please . ", Would you like some ice in your drink ? Would you like some ice in your drink ? , Yes . Yes . , How much would you like ? How much would you like ? , One or two cubes will be OK . One or two cubes will be OK . ," Here you are , sir . " " Here you are , sir . ", I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you . I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you . , It's my pleasure . It's my pleasure . , Please accept this tip . How slowly you drive ! , I'm sorry . Something is wrong with my taxi . I'm sorry . Something is wrong with my taxi . , Where does it go wrong ? Where does it go wrong ? ," Let me stop my car for check . Oh , my god . I got a flat tyre . " " Let me stop my car for check . Oh , my god . I got a flat tyre . ", Can it keep going ? Can it keep going ? , Sorry . You'd better get off for taking another taxi . I've got to go home and study . , For what ? For what ? , The test tomorrow . The test tomorrow . ," If you don't know it by now , you might as well not bother studying . " Jenny is going to marry another man next month . ," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . "," But , how can you be so calm . You loved her so much . " " But , how can you be so calm . You loved her so much . ", At least I ’ m the one who rates with her . I ’ m glad we can still be friends . He said I have a big nose . I wonder what that means . ," You are interested in other people ’ s business , aren ’ t you ? " " You are interested in other people ’ s business , aren ’ t you ? ", Does he mean I am inquisitive or I ’ m noisy ? Does he mean I am inquisitive or I ’ m noisy ? , Yes . who is your favorite NBA star ? ," Kobe Bryant , of course . " " Kobe Bryant , of course . "," Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense . " " Kobe ? I know him , the key guy of the Lakers , a heck of a NBA player . He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense . "," He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand . " " He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers , but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand . ", Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ? Maybe he is not good ay rebounding ? ," indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit . " " indeed , no man can be perfect . He is just so-so in crashing the boards . Usually he plays shooting guard . Rebounding might not be his strong suit . ", Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ? Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics . Did you go to the match between China and USA ? , who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him . who wouldn't ! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him . ," well then , what are your spoils ? " " well then , what are your spoils ? "," well , nothing more than a jumble of photographs . " What post have you held before ? , I have been a salesman . I have been a salesman . , How many places have you worked altogether ? "Welcome to my birthday party , I am so happy you can come . "," Thanks for inviting me . Here is the gift for you . Happy birthday , Francis ! Many more happy and healthy years for you ! " " Thanks for inviting me . Here is the gift for you . Happy birthday , Francis ! Many more happy and healthy years for you ! "," Thank you , shall I open it now ? " " Thank you , shall I open it now ? "," Yes , please do . " " Yes , please do . "," Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you . " " Wow , a remote car model and my favorite brand . I really like it . That is so nice of you . "," Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself . " " Yeah , I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car . It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself . "," Typical you , always wanting to keep the best things for yourself . The more I appreciate the gift now . " "Hello , there . How can I help ? ", Hello . I'm hoping to buy some Treasury Certificates today . Are they available ? Hello . I'm hoping to buy some Treasury Certificates today . Are they available ? ," Certainly , Visible Treasury Certificates . Then you can get a receipt from the savings office as proof of payment . Hence the ' visible ' , you can see it . " " Certainly , Visible Treasury Certificates . Then you can get a receipt from the savings office as proof of payment . Hence the ' visible ' , you can see it . "," Ah , right . How much do I need to spend ? " " Ah , right . How much do I need to spend ? "," The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB . " " The minimum is 100 RIB , and the maximum is 500,000 RIB . ", How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ? How about Bearer Certificates ? Are they different ? ," Yes , they are different because they are printed by the Ministry of Finance in set amounts . Just 100 RIB , 500 RIB and 1,000 RIB , you cannot choose from many amounts , you see . " Here we are this is my favorite place . , How many times have you been here ? How many times have you been here ? , I've never counted . I've never counted . , I would like to sit near the window . I would like to sit near the window . , Please be seated . It's my treat today . Please be seated . It's my treat today . , Thank you . Thank you . , It's so busy here . It's so busy here . , Fast food restaurants are popular now . Fast food restaurants are popular now . , What would you like to eat ? What would you like to eat ? , I'd like to have a steak sandwich and a medium fry . I'd like to have a steak sandwich and a medium fry . , Want something to drink ? Want something to drink ? ," Coke please . Oh , no , a cup of hot chocolate will be fine . " Can we talk about the working overtime issue ? What ’ s on your mind ? ," Yes , sure . To be honest , nobody would like to work overtime . However , we have to if it is necessary for our company . I would do that if it is the call of duty . " " Yes , sure . To be honest , nobody would like to work overtime . However , we have to if it is necessary for our company . I would do that if it is the call of duty . "," Glad to hear that . Generally , it is 2 to 3 hours more than your working hours . " " Glad to hear that . Generally , it is 2 to 3 hours more than your working hours . "," OK , I completely understand . " "What's wrong , Jerry ? You look so upset . "," To be honest , I was just dumped . " " To be honest , I was just dumped . "," Oh , I'm sorry to hear that . You can go on a holiday cheer you up . " " Oh , I'm sorry to hear that . You can go on a holiday cheer you up . "," No , thanks . I'm not in the mood for traveling . " " No , thanks . I'm not in the mood for traveling . ", Come on . A trip will do you good . Are you doing anything this weekend ? Come on . A trip will do you good . Are you doing anything this weekend ? , I was planning on doing a lot of wallowing . I was planning on doing a lot of wallowing . ," Well , my friends and I are planning on going to Shangri-La on Saturday . Do you want to come with us ? " " Well , my friends and I are planning on going to Shangri-La on Saturday . Do you want to come with us ? ", Where is that ? Where is that ? , Not very far from here . We'll fly . It's about one and a half hours . Not very far from here . We'll fly . It's about one and a half hours . , What's there to see ? What's there to see ? ," There is a large canyon , vast grasslands , ancient forests and mountain lakes . " " There is a large canyon , vast grasslands , ancient forests and mountain lakes . "," Oh , sounds nice . " " Oh , sounds nice . "," Yes , the scenery there is breathtaking . I have some pictures at home . You can come over and take a look if you like " " Yes , the scenery there is breathtaking . I have some pictures at home . You can come over and take a look if you like ", Ok . Then I can make up my mind . Hey honey ! Where were you ? , I decided to take Kenny to the park and get some fresh air . I decided to take Kenny to the park and get some fresh air . , How was it ? Were there a lot of kids ? How was it ? Were there a lot of kids ? ," It wasn't too crowded , but we had a great time ! We got on the see-saw together , then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym , but I didn't fit . " " It wasn't too crowded , but we had a great time ! We got on the see-saw together , then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym , but I didn't fit . ", Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox . Sounds like fun ! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox . ," Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted ! " " Yeah , but today he was really hyper . He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour . I'm exhausted ! ", You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore ! Hello ? ," Hi , Randy . What are you doing right now ? " " Hi , Randy . What are you doing right now ? ", Nothing . Just watching TV . Nothing . Just watching TV . , I ’ Ve got two tickets for a newly released film . Would you like to see it with me ? I ’ Ve got two tickets for a newly released film . Would you like to see it with me ? , Sure . What time ? Sure . What time ? , The film will start at 2 The film will start at 2 , Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ? Sounds good . Where and when will we meet ? ," In my parking lot , at 2pm . " " In my parking lot , at 2pm . ", All right . See you then . It's wonderful to be in the mountains after a hustle bustle week . , Indeed . I love the smell of the grass and trees . They certainly refresh my mind . Indeed . I love the smell of the grass and trees . They certainly refresh my mind . , Can we stop here for a while ? My backpack is very heavy . Can we stop here for a while ? My backpack is very heavy . , Sure . Did you hear anything ? Look ! An eagle is hovering in the sky . Sure . Did you hear anything ? Look ! An eagle is hovering in the sky . , Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture . Let me see . It's not an eagle . I think it's a vulture . , Yes . Will it hurt us ? Yes . Will it hurt us ? , I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map . I don't think so . Let's walk by the stream . I am sure we can find the waterfall on the map . , OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem . OK . I have a good pair of hiking boots . It should not be a big problem . ," I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know . " " I also brought a bottle of water and some provisions . If you are hungry , you can let me know . "," You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree . " " You are kind . Look there is a big tree over there , it looks like a thousand-year-old tree . "," Well , it is a birch tree.It is not as old as you think . " " Well , it is a birch tree.It is not as old as you think . ", How do you know ? How do you know ? , Because its trunk is not thick enough to be like a thousand-year-old tree . "Dam it , I'm running out of money again , I really need to balance my budget and handle my money better . "," You did spend too much , and most of the expense was kind of unnecessary . " " You did spend too much , and most of the expense was kind of unnecessary . ", But I make it . But I make it . ," No , you don't have to spend every penny you make , you could save some every month , like a lot of other people do . " " No , you don't have to spend every penny you make , you could save some every month , like a lot of other people do . "," I work hard so I deserve to enjoy , but that costs money . " " I work hard so I deserve to enjoy , but that costs money . "," You should save in case of an emergency , you need to have more self-control , what things did you spend money on ? " " You should save in case of an emergency , you need to have more self-control , what things did you spend money on ? ", The problem is that I have no idea . I didn't pay attention . The problem is that I have no idea . I didn't pay attention . ," Let's bygones be bygones , start saving right now . " "This man is your fiance , Dolly ? "," Yeah , how do you like him ? " " Yeah , how do you like him ? ", He's handsome . He's handsome . , Can you give me a touch of his character ? Can you give me a touch of his character ? ," He's outgoing and honest , but sometimes he's a bit conservative . " I can't find the price tag . , It's right here . $ 100 . It's right here . $ 100 . , But I heard other stores were having great mark-downs on this item . But I heard other stores were having great mark-downs on this item . , Ours are of really good quality . Ours are of really good quality . ," I see , please wrap it . " "Mark ? What were you up to yesterday ? I called you , but there wasn ’ t anybody home . ", We went out to the stadium . Bob hadn ’ t been to a game for a few weeks . We went out to the stadium . Bob hadn ’ t been to a game for a few weeks . , How ’ d it go ? Did we win ? How ’ d it go ? Did we win ? ," Nope , lost again . But , it was a good game . " Did you like the play ? ," Not really . It's a dull one , and the production isn't satisfactory , either . " " Not really . It's a dull one , and the production isn't satisfactory , either . ", You're absolutely right . The acting could be better . You're absolutely right . The acting could be better . ," To be fair , though , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous . " "Hi , I'd like to return this radio . ", All right . Do you have the receipt ? All right . Do you have the receipt ? , Here it is . Here it is . , May I ask why you're returning the radio ? May I ask why you're returning the radio ? , It does not work very well . It does not work very well . , Would you like to exchange it ? Would you like to exchange it ? , No . I'd just like a refund . No . I'd just like a refund . , Certainly . This will take only a few seconds . "How about a movie on Sunday , Mum ? "," Well , I'm afraid your father's not interested in modern films . " " Well , I'm afraid your father's not interested in modern films . ", We could find a classical one . We could find a classical one . , That sounds fine . I like to drive on freeway . , Don't drive too fast . Don't drive too fast . , Don't worry.There ' re few cars now . Don't worry.There ' re few cars now . , Be careful.It ' s dangerous to drive fast . "May I take your order now , sir ? "," Yes , please . I'd like to start with a chef ’ s salad . " " Yes , please . I'd like to start with a chef ’ s salad . ", Chef ’ s salad for starter . And what would you like to have for the main course ? Chef ’ s salad for starter . And what would you like to have for the main course ? , I'll have steak . I'll have steak . , How would you like your steak done ? How would you like your steak done ? , Medium . Medium . , And what would you like to go with your steak ? And what would you like to go with your steak ? , Peas and carrots . Peas and carrots . , Potatoes ? Potatoes ? , Boiled . Boiled . , Thank you . I need my minibar restocked . ," Everything is gone , sir ? " " Everything is gone , sir ? ", There's not a drop left of anything . There's not a drop left of anything . , Is there anything in particular you want ? Is there anything in particular you want ? ," Yes , the Perrier and the Jim Beam hit the spot . Let me have three more of each . " " Yes , the Perrier and the Jim Beam hit the spot . Let me have three more of each . ", Got it . Anything else ? Got it . Anything else ? ," I really liked the apples . Bring me a couple of apples , please . " " I really liked the apples . Bring me a couple of apples , please . ", Not a problem . Anything else ? Not a problem . Anything else ? ," Oh , yes , one more thing " " Oh , yes , one more thing "," Someone will be up shortly with your order , sir . " "Mom , I'm ready for school . ", Let me feel your forehead . I'm so glad it wasn't strep throat . Let me feel your forehead . I'm so glad it wasn't strep throat . ," I don't have a fever , and I'm ready for my test . " " I don't have a fever , and I'm ready for my test . ", But I'm not sure you're strong enough yet . Here's some seafood rice soup I made . It's delicious . But I'm not sure you're strong enough yet . Here's some seafood rice soup I made . It's delicious . ," I'm fine , Mom . I feel so much better . I want to go to school . I'm missing out on all the fun . " " I'm fine , Mom . I feel so much better . I want to go to school . I'm missing out on all the fun . ", But the last two days were a weekend . But the last two days were a weekend . ," Let me go to school , please ! I'm sick of medicine , sick of soup , and sick of being sick ! " "So , Is this your first time to TAIWAN ? "," No , I first came here 1995 . " " No , I first came here 1995 . "," Oh , really ? And you are from the State , right ? " " Oh , really ? And you are from the State , right ? "," Well , I am from Canada . Actually . " " Well , I am from Canada . Actually . "," Oh , I am so sorry . " " Oh , I am so sorry . ", That ' ok . That's happens all the time . "Hi , David ! What are you doing ? "," Oh , just looking at these club notices . I'm thinking of joining one . Hey-why don't we join a club together ? How about the Tennis Club ? " " Oh , just looking at these club notices . I'm thinking of joining one . Hey-why don't we join a club together ? How about the Tennis Club ? "," Actually , I'm not good at tennis at all ... " " Actually , I'm not good at tennis at all ... ", Neither am I . It's just that the best-looking girls are in that club . Neither am I . It's just that the best-looking girls are in that club . ," Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in . " " Oh , come on . That's no reason to do something you're not interested in . ", Well ... What are you interested in ? Well ... What are you interested in ? , How about the Classical Music Club ? How about the Classical Music Club ? ," Joanna , give me a break . " " Joanna , give me a break . ", Hey-how about the Cinema Club ? Hey-how about the Cinema Club ? ," Sounds OK to me . I like movies . Hey , Joanna , look - there are a lot of decent-looking guys here . And the club jackets - they're really hot ! I think we made the right choice ! " Jack I hear you have a chance to go to college without taking a test . Is that right ? ," The news goes so fast . Ah , yes , I haven't decided yet . " " The news goes so fast . Ah , yes , I haven't decided yet . ", Don't hesitate . That's a very famous university which a lot of students are longing to attain . Don't hesitate . That's a very famous university which a lot of students are longing to attain . , Maybe you are right . But the major is not fit for me . I like architecture more than computers . Maybe you are right . But the major is not fit for me . I like architecture more than computers . , But this chance is really precious . But this chance is really precious . ," Well , I know . So I am thinking now . " " Well , I know . So I am thinking now . "," I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By . " " I hope you can make a clever choice . Anyway , the opportunities around you are not that By . ", Thank you for your kindness . I will think about it carefully . "Hey , Shirley . The party has been wonderful . My husband and my children have enjoyed it very much , and me too . ", I've said you will enjoy your life here ! I've said you will enjoy your life here ! ," I surely will . By the way , is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood ? " " I surely will . By the way , is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood ? "," Oh , I've forgotten to tell you . The party is held every other week . And every family gives their own performance each time . " " Oh , I've forgotten to tell you . The party is held every other week . And every family gives their own performance each time . ", My children would like that ; they like dancing very much . My children would like that ; they like dancing very much . , That's good ! That's good ! , Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ? Look ! Who is that guy on the stage ? ," Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin . " " Oh , my God ! That's my husband , Benjamin . ", Really ? Really ? ," He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself . " " He likes American Idol very much , and he always imitates the contestant at home . I can't believe he got on the stage himself . ", He performs very well . He is so funny ! He performs very well . He is so funny ! ," OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family ! " " OK , just ignore him . I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community . After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family ! "," OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ? " " OK , that's perfect ! By the way , is there any playground in our neighborhood ? "," Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour . " " Yes , there is one behind our building . And you can play tennis there . But if you want to play tennis there , they will change you 30 Yuan per hour . "," OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot ! " " OK , got it ! Thank you so much . You have helped me a lot ! ", You are welcome ! We are neighbors ! Tim ’ s smiles are interesting . ," Yes , they are shy and gentle but very powerful . " " Yes , they are shy and gentle but very powerful . ", You are right . They sweep Nancy off her feet . And now she fell head over heels in love with him . You are right . They sweep Nancy off her feet . And now she fell head over heels in love with him . , How wonderful it would be if I had such smiles ! Do you like shopping at flea markets ? , l love it . There is always something fascinating to discover . l love it . There is always something fascinating to discover . , The antiques market here in Paris is very famous . It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen . The antiques market here in Paris is very famous . It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen . , That's not very easy to say . That's not very easy to say . ," It's also known as Les Puces , which means ‘ The Fleas ' . " " It's also known as Les Puces , which means ‘ The Fleas ' . ", Can you find many bargains there ? Can you find many bargains there ? ," Well , it really depends . Because you are a tourist , it might be harder for you to get really good prices . " "Elegance Hotel , is there anything I can do for you ? "," Hello , I would like to make a reservation for four nights next week , from Tuesday to Friday . " " Hello , I would like to make a reservation for four nights next week , from Tuesday to Friday . "," All right , single or double room ? " " All right , single or double room ? "," Single room with a bath room , please . I would like a room with a view of the whole city . " " Single room with a bath room , please . I would like a room with a view of the whole city . ", All right . We have a single room available right now . All right . We have a single room available right now . ," What's the rate , please ? " " What's the rate , please ? "," 578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV . " " 578 yuan a night , plus VAT , including air-conditioner and TV . ", Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ? Does that include breakfast ? Can I make calls on outside line ? ," Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not . " " Yes , it includes English breakfast . For the phone , I am afraid you can not . "," OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ? " " OK , that's fine . Could you hold it for me ? ", Would you like to confirm the reservation ? Do you think you could keep the noise down ? , I'm sorry . Am I keeping you awake ? I'm sorry . Am I keeping you awake ? ," Yes . And another thing , would you mind not making long distance calls ? " " Yes . And another thing , would you mind not making long distance calls ? ", I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't mind . "Can I help you , madam ? "," Yes , I'm looking for a new winter coat . " " Yes , I'm looking for a new winter coat . ", Have you any particular color in mind ? Have you any particular color in mind ? , I don't know really . What's the fashional color this year ? I don't know really . What's the fashional color this year ? , Red is very popular . Red is very popular . ," Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ? " " Good . Red suits me very well . It's a cheerful color , isn't it ? "," Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ? " " Yes , madam , I agree . What size are you ? "," Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen . " " Well , I used to be size fourteen , but I've put on a bit of weight recently , so may be sixteen . "," Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens . " " Here you are , madam . All these are sixteens . ", I quite like this one . How much is it ? I quite like this one . How much is it ? , It's $ 180 . It's $ 180 . ," Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ? " " Oh , that's too expensive . Aren't there any cheaper ones ? "," These are our cheapest coats , madam . " " These are our cheapest coats , madam . "," Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 . " " Yes , I see . I'll take it . Here's $ 200 . ", Here's your change . Here's your change . , Thank you . I could get along fine without all the office politics . , What's going on ? What's going on ? , There is a position I've had my eye on for several months now and I had good reason to believe that it was mine for the asking . There is a position I've had my eye on for several months now and I had good reason to believe that it was mine for the asking . , So what happened ? So what happened ? , We were awarded government funding last year and in order to keep it we have to hire so Ay new employees . We were awarded government funding last year and in order to keep it we have to hire so Ay new employees . , So what does that have to do with this position ? So what does that have to do with this position ? , Someone in the main office has a nephew who he thinks can slide right into the Management position I wanted . Someone in the main office has a nephew who he thinks can slide right into the Management position I wanted . , All under the precept of keeping the funding ? That stinks . "I hear you're entering the speech contest , Mike . ", That's right . I thought I'd give it a shot . That's right . I thought I'd give it a shot . ," Well , I wish you good luck ! " "Good evening , sir , and welcome to Chez Attitude . ", We have a dinner reservation for four at 7:00 under the name of Foster . We have a dinner reservation for four at 7:00 under the name of Foster . ," Yes , Mr . Foster , if you would please be seated over in the waiting area , our hostess will be with you in a moment . " " Yes , Mr . Foster , if you would please be seated over in the waiting area , our hostess will be with you in a moment . ", Thank you . Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting ? Thank you . Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting ? ," Of course , I will tell her . " " Of course , I will tell her . ", I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ? I would really prefer an outside table . Would that be possible ? ," Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away . " " Sure , if you would like one of those tables , I could seat you right away . "," Sure , that would be great ! Thank you ! " " Sure , that would be great ! Thank you ! "," Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ? " " Here are your menus and the wine menu , and would you like to order your drinks now ? "," Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please . " " Yes , I would like a vodka gimlet , please . "," Sure , no problem , sir . " " Sure , no problem , sir . ", Thank you very much . "Everybody , I'd like to propose a toast to Mary Johnson , Teacher of the Year . She worked hard all year . She really deserved the honor . "," Yes , we're all proud of her ! " " Yes , we're all proud of her ! "," Here's to you , Mary ! " " Here's to you , Mary ! ", Cheers ! I am sorry . I ’ Ve left my disk at home . , Thank you all the same . Didn't you say you were planning a trip to China ? I heard the northwest and north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms ! , I was planning to go to Beijing first and then go to northwest China ! Looks like I'm in trouble . I was planning to go to Beijing first and then go to northwest China ! Looks like I'm in trouble . , Definitely . I heard Beijing was experiencing seven degree strong winds ! That is nearly a record high ! Definitely . I heard Beijing was experiencing seven degree strong winds ! That is nearly a record high ! , No way ! I don't think I've ever encountered winds that strong ! Are the storms affecting land and air transportation ? No way ! I don't think I've ever encountered winds that strong ! Are the storms affecting land and air transportation ? , Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest . Absolutely ! I don't think any planes are going anywhere . The sand being blown around has cut visibility in Beijing to less than 100 meters . But inseems Gansu Province is being hit the hardest . , That's exactly where I was planning to go ! That's exactly where I was planning to go ! ," Well , this storm originated in the plateaus in northwest China . At the moment , that area is calmer . " I need to get my internet fixed . , What's the problem with your internet ? What's the problem with your internet ? , It won't connect . It won't connect . , How long has this been happening ? How long has this been happening ? , This problem has been happening for a few days now . This problem has been happening for a few days now . , The internet doesn't come up at all ? The internet doesn't come up at all ? ," It just won't connect to a webpage , but it will pop up . " " It just won't connect to a webpage , but it will pop up . ", There's obviously a problem with your connection . There's obviously a problem with your connection . , I'm going to need someone to come and fix it for me . I'm going to need someone to come and fix it for me . , I can send somebody right now to fix it . I can send somebody right now to fix it . , How long will it take for them to get here ? How long will it take for them to get here ? , They'll be there in about an hour . Can you help me pick out a gift for my daughter ? , She might like a laptop computer . She might like a laptop computer . ," Yes , that sounds like a good idea . " " Yes , that sounds like a good idea . ", Might I suggest a Mac ? Might I suggest a Mac ? , Okay . How much ? Okay . How much ? ," Well , a 15 - inch Pro is $ 2,100 . " " Well , a 15 - inch Pro is $ 2,100 . "," Oh , that sounds great . I'll take it . " " Oh , that sounds great . I'll take it . ", Great . How would you like to pay for it ? Great . How would you like to pay for it ? , Here's my VISA . Here's my VISA . ," Let me ring you up . Okay , sign here , please . " " Let me ring you up . Okay , sign here , please . ", Everything I need is in this box ? Everything I need is in this box ? , It'll take her only a few minutes to get online . It'll take her only a few minutes to get online . , Thank you for your help . Thank you for your help . , So long . Thank you for shopping here . Good afternoon . I'd like to speak with Tom Smith . , I'm afraid he's away from his desk at the moment . I'm afraid he's away from his desk at the moment . , Do you know when he will be back ? Do you know when he will be back ? , He's away on a business trip . He won't be back until some time next week . He's away on a business trip . He won't be back until some time next week . , Is there some way I can get into contact with him ? Is there some way I can get into contact with him ? , The best way to reach him is by cell phone . I'll give you his number . The best way to reach him is by cell phone . I'll give you his number . ," Thanks . And could I have his e-mail , just in case I can't get him by phone ? " " Thanks . And could I have his e-mail , just in case I can't get him by phone ? "," Sure . His cell phone is 09112223 33 . And his e-mail is lower case t , smith--that's one word , at , c , c , w , dot , com , dot , t , w . " " Sure . His cell phone is 09112223 33 . And his e-mail is lower case t , smith--that's one word , at , c , c , w , dot , com , dot , t , w . ", Thank you so much . Does he read his e-mails daily ? Thank you so much . Does he read his e-mails daily ? , Yes . He usually replies immediately . Yes . He usually replies immediately . , Great . Thanks again . You've been very helpful . Great . Thanks again . You've been very helpful . , My pleasure . I hope you get a hold of him . What is this big box at the front door ? , Oh . I don't know what to do . I joined this club a long time ago and I didn't read the fine print . Oh . I don't know what to do . I joined this club a long time ago and I didn't read the fine print . , What did you get yourself into ? What did you get yourself into ? , I didn't realize that I have to buy something from them every six months . I didn't realize that I have to buy something from them every six months . ," So , what's in the box ? A fridge ? " " So , what's in the box ? A fridge ? ", It's a curio cabinet . The only thing is I don't even own those kinds of little keepsakes . It's a curio cabinet . The only thing is I don't even own those kinds of little keepsakes . ," I guess you'll read the fine print next time , won't you ! " " I guess you'll read the fine print next time , won't you ! ", Don't rub it in . Where am I going to put this huge thing ? Mail room . Karen speaking . ," Hi , Karen . This is John Williams in the purchasing department . Can you check to see if there ’ s a package down there for me ? " " Hi , Karen . This is John Williams in the purchasing department . Can you check to see if there ’ s a package down there for me ? "," Certainly , Mr . Williams . Just one moment , please . " " Certainly , Mr . Williams . Just one moment , please . "," Thanks , Karen . " "excuse me , could you tell me which line I ’ m supposed to stand in to buy bubble wrap and to post a package ? "," you can buy the bubble wrap here , but you ’ ll have to stand in line over here to post your passage . " " you can buy the bubble wrap here , but you ’ ll have to stand in line over here to post your passage . ", that ’ s a really long line . How long do you think it ’ ll take to get through all those people ? that ’ s a really long line . How long do you think it ’ ll take to get through all those people ? ," it takes about 3 minutes per person , so it ’ ll probably be about an hour ’ s wait . " " it takes about 3 minutes per person , so it ’ ll probably be about an hour ’ s wait . ", can I buy stamps here ? can I buy stamps here ? , sure . How many would you like ? sure . How many would you like ? , I need 30 for my Christmas cards . I need 30 for my Christmas cards . , are you sending them abroad ? are you sending them abroad ? , twenty of them are going abroad to China and America . twenty of them are going abroad to China and America . ," do you have any going anywhere in the EU ? If you do , those are less expensive . " " do you have any going anywhere in the EU ? If you do , those are less expensive . ", no . no . ," ok , here you go . That will be 18 pounds and seventy two pence . " " ok , here you go . That will be 18 pounds and seventy two pence . ", and the bubble wrap ? and the bubble wrap ? , that ’ s another quid . that ’ s another quid . , thanks a lot . You ’ Ve been very helpful . Hello . Do you have anything for a little girl ? ," Well , we have some new Barbie dolls . " " Well , we have some new Barbie dolls . ", That's a great idea . Show me the Barbie dolls . That's a great idea . Show me the Barbie dolls . ," Here's one — the new , beautiful Digital Barbie . This doll is hot ! " " Here's one — the new , beautiful Digital Barbie . This doll is hot ! ", How lovely ! How much is she ? How lovely ! How much is she ? , It's only $ 29.95 . It's only $ 29.95 . , No problem . Let me have one . No problem . Let me have one . , That's great . Anything else ? That's great . Anything else ? ," No , thank you . That's all I need at the moment . " " No , thank you . That's all I need at the moment . ", The grand total is $ 32.42 . How would you like to pay ? The grand total is $ 32.42 . How would you like to pay ? , I'll give you cash . I'll give you cash . , Thank you so much for shopping here . Here's your change and receipt . "Hello , this is Rich . "," Hi , Rich . Is Jim here ? " " Hi , Rich . Is Jim here ? ", He ’ s not in at the moment . Can I take a message ? He ’ s not in at the moment . Can I take a message ? , Sure . This is Claire . Sure . This is Claire . , Does have your telephone number ? Does have your telephone number ? ," No , it ’ s 3725019281 . " " No , it ’ s 3725019281 . ", 3725015281 ? 3725015281 ? ," No , it ’ s 3725019281 , it ’ s a 9 , not a 5 . " " No , it ’ s 3725019281 , it ’ s a 9 , not a 5 . ", Right . I ’ ll have him call you back . Right . I ’ ll have him call you back . , Can you tell him that it ’ s urgent ? Can you tell him that it ’ s urgent ? , Sure can . Sure can . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , No problem . No problem . , Bye . Bye . , Goodbye . May I see your boarding pass ? , Here you go . Here you go . , 48C . It's on your left hand side . 48C . It's on your left hand side . , Thank you . Thank you . ," Please fasten your seat belt , miss . " " Please fasten your seat belt , miss . ", Oops ! I forgot . Oops ! I forgot . ," Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment . " " Also , please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment . ", I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment . I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment . , Allow me to give you a hand . So you've been attending night classes for a while now . Do you feel it's helping you ? ," Yes , furthering my education is already bringing about positive results in my workplace as it has boosted my confidence.As well the tutoring system my school employs offers courses uniquely suite " " Yes , furthering my education is already bringing about positive results in my workplace as it has boosted my confidence.As well the tutoring system my school employs offers courses uniquely suite ", Really ? That's great that you found a school that puts your need first . Really ? That's great that you found a school that puts your need first . , As well my company has been very supportive about my decision.They ' Ve cut back my working hours in order to accommodate my studies . As well my company has been very supportive about my decision.They ' Ve cut back my working hours in order to accommodate my studies . , That's great . They must really be committed to staff development . That's great . They must really be committed to staff development . , They are.We definitely see eye-to eye on my enhanced performance being a win-win situation for everyone involved . "Good morning , Mr . Smith . Would you like to see around the factory ? "," Yes , I would like to . " " Yes , I would like to . "," This is our office block . We have all the administrative department here , Sales , Accounts , Personnel , Market Research and so on . " "Good evening , sir . What can I do for you ? ", I would like to have my coat washed . I would like to have my coat washed . ," OK , please fill in the form first . " " OK , please fill in the form first . ", That's it.By the way when can I get it back ? That's it.By the way when can I get it back ? , We will send it to your room at 4:00 pm tomorrow . We will send it to your room at 4:00 pm tomorrow . ," Well , but I need it tomorrow morning . " " Well , but I need it tomorrow morning . ", We have express service as well . It charges 30 % more but I assure your coat will be ready tomorrow morning . We have express service as well . It charges 30 % more but I assure your coat will be ready tomorrow morning . , That's fine . Please send it to my room tomorrow morning . I am sorry to make you run down to the office for me . , No trouble . I enjoyed helping you . What can I do for you ? , I am looking for a pair of trousers . Do you have any good ideas ? I am looking for a pair of trousers . Do you have any good ideas ? , What about jeans ? It's the fashion now . What about jeans ? It's the fashion now . , I don't like it . Actually I am looking slacks . I don't like it . Actually I am looking slacks . ," Then , how about this ? " " Then , how about this ? ", It seems all right . Do you have pantaloons ? What is your hobby ? ," I spend most of my spare time reading . And I subscribe to various newspapers , magazines and periodicals . " " I spend most of my spare time reading . And I subscribe to various newspapers , magazines and periodicals . ", What kind of reading materials do you like best ? What kind of reading materials do you like best ? , I am interested in science fiction . The hotel operator . Anything I can do for you ? , I've been trying to get through to the booking office for the last ten minutes . But the line has been engaged all the time . Why is it taking so long ? I've been trying to get through to the booking office for the last ten minutes . But the line has been engaged all the time . Why is it taking so long ? , I'm sorry to hear that . I'm afraid it is often the case during the peak hours . Shall I ask them to call you when the line is free ? I'm sorry to hear that . I'm afraid it is often the case during the peak hours . Shall I ask them to call you when the line is free ? , OK . Please do so if it is not troublesome . OK . Please do so if it is not troublesome . , No trouble at all . May I know your name and room number ? No trouble at all . May I know your name and room number ? ," I'm Du Juan , in Room 312 . " " I'm Du Juan , in Room 312 . "," I see . Wait in the room , please . " " I see . Wait in the room , please . ", Thank you for your kindness . How about 15 % the first six months and the second six months at 12 % with a guarantee of 3000 units ? , That's a lot to sell with very low profit margins . That's a lot to sell with very low profit margins . ," It's about the best we can do , Smith . We need to hammer something out today . If I go back empty-handed , I may be coming back to you soon to ask for a job . " " It's about the best we can do , Smith . We need to hammer something out today . If I go back empty-handed , I may be coming back to you soon to ask for a job . "," OK . 17 % the first six months , 14 % for the second . " " OK . 17 % the first six months , 14 % for the second . ", Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ? Good . Let's iron out the remaining details . When do you want to take delivery ? , We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st . We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st . ," Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st . " " Let me run through this again , the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st . ", Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments . Right . We couldn't handle much larger shipments . ," Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 . " " Fine . But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units , the next 2000 . The 31 st is quite soon , I can't guarantee 1500 . "," I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything . " " I can agree to that . Well , if there's nothing else , I think we've settled everything . "," Tom , this deal promises big returns for both sides . Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship . " Is there a vacant table for two now ? ," Yes , sir , let me show you the table . This way please . " " Yes , sir , let me show you the table . This way please . "," Well , we would like to sit over there . Is that all right ? " " Well , we would like to sit over there . Is that all right ? ", Of course . Welcome to Lincoln Bank . Which service do you require today ? , I'm here to ask about a loan . I'm here to ask about a loan . , We have many loans on offer . May I ask what the purpose of the loan is ? We have many loans on offer . May I ask what the purpose of the loan is ? , I got married not long ago and we are expecting our first child . I'd like to buy a car for the family . I got married not long ago and we are expecting our first child . I'd like to buy a car for the family . , I see . What you need is one of our Petty Consumer Loans . I see . What you need is one of our Petty Consumer Loans . ," Could you tell me what the requirements are for that , please ? " " Could you tell me what the requirements are for that , please ? ", Certainly . It's quite simple really . Do you hold a resident's permit ? Certainly . It's quite simple really . Do you hold a resident's permit ? ," Yes , I do . I was born and bred here . " " Yes , I do . I was born and bred here . ", That's great . We'll also need details of your occupation . That's great . We'll also need details of your occupation . , I have all of that with me . I've also banked here for a number of years . I want to buy some meat . , What kind would you like ? What kind would you like ? , I want one pound of ground beef . I want one pound of ground beef . , That's going to be about $ 2.48 . That's going to be about $ 2.48 . , That will be fine . That will be fine . , What else can I get for you ? What else can I get for you ? , Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts . Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts . , That's going to be $ 4.05 a pound . That's going to be $ 4.05 a pound . , Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ? Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts ? , That will be $ 12.15 . That will be $ 12.15 . , That's all I'm going to get today . That's all I'm going to get today . , That's fine . Let me get your meat . "Why don't you sit down and relax , darling ? ", I don't want to . I don't want to . ," Well , come over and talk to me then . " " Well , come over and talk to me then . ", Certainly not . Certainly not . , May I turn on the TV then ? May I turn on the TV then ? , Turn on the TV for what ? Turn on the TV for what ? , So that we can sit down together and listen to some music . So that we can sit down together and listen to some music . ," Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ? " " Listen to the music ? And who will cook dinner , will you ? "," I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner . " " I will , but let's go to the disco after dinner . "," To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate it . " "Hello , this is Shogun Restaurant . "," Hello , I need to make a dinner reservation . " " Hello , I need to make a dinner reservation . ", Can you tell me what night you will be coming ? Can you tell me what night you will be coming ? , We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night . We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night . , What time will you be dining with us ? What time will you be dining with us ? , Our first choice would be 7 Our first choice would be 7 , How many guests will be in your party ? How many guests will be in your party ? , Four of us will be coming . Four of us will be coming . ," Please just give me your name , and at 7 " " Please just give me your name , and at 7 ", Great ! Our last name is Foster . Great ! Our last name is Foster . ," Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7 " " Thank you , Mr . Foster , see you this Tuesday at 7 ", I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant . Thank you for your help . "A :: Mr Clinton , it's nice to see you again . "," Nice to see you again , too . Peter . How's your family ? " " Nice to see you again , too . Peter . How's your family ? ", A :: Very well . How's Mrs Clinton ? A :: Very well . How's Mrs Clinton ? ," Not bad , But she's as busy as before . " "Hi , I ’ m Cindy , the office clerk . What can I do for you ? "," Hi , I ’ m Henry Wilson from number 37 . " " Hi , I ’ m Henry Wilson from number 37 . ", Hi Henry . How are you ? Is everything Okay in your apartment ? Hi Henry . How are you ? Is everything Okay in your apartment ? , Yes . Everything is fine in the apartment . But I know nothing about this area . Could I ask you some questions ? Yes . Everything is fine in the apartment . But I know nothing about this area . Could I ask you some questions ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Can you tell me the postal code for this building ? Can you tell me the postal code for this building ? ," Yes , it ’ s L8V 4B7 . " " Yes , it ’ s L8V 4B7 . "," Thank you . Also , how can I get my mailbox key ? " " Thank you . Also , how can I get my mailbox key ? ", I ’ ll tell Peter to bring your key to your apartment right away . I ’ ll tell Peter to bring your key to your apartment right away . , Who ’ s Peter ? Who ’ s Peter ? , He ’ s the superintendent of this building . He ’ s the superintendent of this building . , Thanks a lot . I ’ Ve got one more question . Thanks a lot . I ’ Ve got one more question . ," No problem . Go ahead , please . " " No problem . Go ahead , please . ", Where can I change the address on my driver ’ s license ? Where can I change the address on my driver ’ s license ? , The Department of Motor Vehicles office is at 212 Barton Street North . The Department of Motor Vehicles office is at 212 Barton Street North . , Can you give me directions to the office ? Can you give me directions to the office ? , We are at 2368 King Street East . We are at 2368 King Street East . , Yes . Yes . ," So , it ’ s easy to get to the office from here . From your apartment , just drive along King Street East for about one kilometer and you ’ ll see a three-story blue building on your right . That ’ s the Department of Motor Vehicles building where you can change your driver ’ s license . " " So , it ’ s easy to get to the office from here . From your apartment , just drive along King Street East for about one kilometer and you ’ ll see a three-story blue building on your right . That ’ s the Department of Motor Vehicles building where you can change your driver ’ s license . ", What floor is the office on ? What floor is the office on ? , It ’ s on the first floor . It ’ s on the first floor . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You are very welcome . "Good morning , sir . I am ready to check out now . "," OK , sir . Please wait a moment , we will check your room . " " OK , sir . Please wait a moment , we will check your room . ", May I have my bill now ? May I have my bill now ? , Sure . how would you like to pay ? Sure . how would you like to pay ? ," Cash , please . " "What does your mother do , may I ask ? ", My mother works in a company as an accountant . My mother works in a company as an accountant . , Is she busy ? Is she busy ? ," Not always , she's rather busy at the end of the year . " What's that ? , These drawings on the wall are process sheets . These drawings on the wall are process sheets . , Oh . Oh . , They describe how each process goes on to the next . Any phone calls for me while I was out ? ," Yes , your wife and your dentist called . " " Yes , your wife and your dentist called . ", Thank you . Thank you . , You're welcome ! "Yuck . The carrots taste awful and salty . Hi sis , how do you like them ? ", I like them very much . They are delicious . I like them very much . They are delicious . ," Well , you can have all my carrots . " " Well , you can have all my carrots . "," Daniel , hold on for a minute . What are you trying to pull there ? " " Daniel , hold on for a minute . What are you trying to pull there ? "," Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots.Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert . " " Nothing . Just that I don't care for these carrots.Hi , sis . , I saw you buy some chocolate cakes . I am done with the main course . It's about time for some dessert . "," Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak ! " " Oh , you want my chocolate cakes , so to speak ! "," No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots . " " No , no , I'm just thinking of some dessert . And I have had enough carrots . "," Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you . " " Daniel , carrots contain much Vitamin C . It is good for you . "," I know , but chocolate cake is even better . " " I know , but chocolate cake is even better . "," Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now . " " Oh , stop it ! You know you need vegetables . You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet , now . "," Well , actually , I don't mind eating carrots , but chocolate cakes are much better . You know I was born with a sweet tooth . " "Well , Peter . I'm sorry you're ill . What's the matter with you ? "," I don't know , Doctor . I'm ill . I have a headache and a stomachache . " " I don't know , Doctor . I'm ill . I have a headache and a stomachache . ", Show me your torgue.What did you eat yesterday ? Show me your torgue.What did you eat yesterday ? ," Well , Doctor , I . . . " " Well , Doctor , I . . . ", Did you eat any cake ? Did you eat any cake ? ," Yes , I ate some cake . " " Yes , I ate some cake . ", Did you eat any ice cream ? Did you eat any ice cream ? ," Well , yes , I did . I ate some ice cream . " " Well , yes , I did . I ate some ice cream . ", Did you eat any candy ? Did you eat any candy ? ," Well , yes , I did . I ate some candy . " " Well , yes , I did . I ate some candy . "," Young man , tell me everything you ate yesterday evening . " " Young man , tell me everything you ate yesterday evening . "," weki , Doctor . I went to a birthday party . " " weki , Doctor . I went to a birthday party . ", I see ! How many pieces of cake did you eat ? I see ! How many pieces of cake did you eat ? ," Three , Doctor . " " Three , Doctor . "," How many plates of ice ream did you eat , young man ? " " How many plates of ice ream did you eat , young man ? "," Gosh , Doctor . I had only three plates of ice cream.John had four . " Steward ! ," Yes , ma'am ? " " Yes , ma'am ? ", May I have a magazine or something ? May I have a magazine or something ? ," Certainly . Just a moment . I'll be right back with one . Which do you prefer , one in English or in Chinese ? " " Certainly . Just a moment . I'll be right back with one . Which do you prefer , one in English or in Chinese ? "," One in English , please . " " One in English , please . "," All right , ma'am . " "Pete's Pizza , may I help you ? "," Yes , I have one of your buy one , get one free coupons , and I'd like to order two large pizzas . " " Yes , I have one of your buy one , get one free coupons , and I'd like to order two large pizzas . ", Will that be for pick-up or delivery ? Will that be for pick-up or delivery ? ," Delivery , please . " " Delivery , please . ", Can I get your phone number ? Can I get your phone number ? , Sure . It's 2331-7600 . Sure . It's 2331-7600 . , And your address ? And your address ? , 2244 Forest Drive . Would you like to have dinner with me tonight ? ," Sorry , I have to work overtime . " " Sorry , I have to work overtime . ", You are really career minded . You are really career minded . , My boss promised to pay me double time . May I help you ? ," Yes , I am wondering if I can join the sightseeing tour in your hotel . " " Yes , I am wondering if I can join the sightseeing tour in your hotel . ", Of course . How many people are there in your party ? Of course . How many people are there in your party ? , 4 persons altogether . 4 persons altogether . ," OK , I will arrange it for you . " " OK , I will arrange it for you . "," Thank you . Put the charge on my bills , please . " "Good evening , this is housekeeping . May I help you ? "," Yes . This is room 207 . There isn't any hot water in my bath room . Can you send somebody here , and do something about it ? " " Yes . This is room 207 . There isn't any hot water in my bath room . Can you send somebody here , and do something about it ? "," Yes , sir . We'll be there shortly . " " Yes , sir . We'll be there shortly . ", I am glad you are here ! See if you can find the problem . I am glad you are here ! See if you can find the problem . , Everything is OK now . Everything is OK now . , Thank you for repairing it . Thank you for repairing it . , You are welcome . It's our job to keep things running smoothly . How much is the voucher worth ? ," It is worth 100 yuan and your bill comes to 230 yuan . The difference is 130 , please . " " It is worth 100 yuan and your bill comes to 230 yuan . The difference is 130 , please . ", Here it is . Here it is . ," Thank you , sir . Could you sign the voucher here , please ? " " Thank you , sir . Could you sign the voucher here , please ? ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . ," Thank you , sir . Hope to see you again soon . " Can I get my dress today ? ," You have ordered a red dress , is that right ? " " You have ordered a red dress , is that right ? ", Yes . Is that available now ? Yes . Is that available now ? ," Yes , here you are . Try it in front of the mirror . " "Excuse me , This bus goes down town , doesn ’ t it ? "," Yes , where do you want to go ? " " Yes , where do you want to go ? ", The worker stadium . The worker stadium . , This is the right bus . This is the right bus . , Do you let me know where to get off ? Do you let me know where to get off ? , Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ’ ll call out the stops . Certainly . Four more stops after this . I ’ ll call out the stops . , Thank you . "Are you ready to order yet , sir ? "," Yes , I think so . I ’ d like to have one medium steak , and a bottle of wine . " " Yes , I think so . I ’ d like to have one medium steak , and a bottle of wine . "," Yes , sir . It'll be a moment . " " Yes , sir . It'll be a moment . ", Ok . I'm tired . ," Well , you've been working on this assignment for five hours . " " Well , you've been working on this assignment for five hours . "," Yeah , I need to take a break . " What are you doing for Christmas this year ? , All my relatives are getting together at my house . All my relatives are getting together at my house . , That's great . M OST of my family is coming home too . That's great . M OST of my family is coming home too . , Who can't make it in your family ? Who can't make it in your family ? , My sister.She is going to her in-law's house this year . My sister.She is going to her in-law's house this year . ," That's too bad . So , what did you ask for Christmas this year ? " " That's too bad . So , what did you ask for Christmas this year ? ", I asked Santa to bring me a new sweater and some computer games . I asked Santa to bring me a new sweater and some computer games . , I want some computer games also . I gave my parents a really long Christmas list . I want some computer games also . I gave my parents a really long Christmas list . , I hope that I get what I asked for . I hope that I get what I asked for . , So what does your family do on Christmas Day ? So what does your family do on Christmas Day ? , We wake up early and go to church.Then we come back home and open our gifts together . How about you ? We wake up early and go to church.Then we come back home and open our gifts together . How about you ? , Our family is a little different . We go to church on Christmas Eve instead . "I'm hungry , let's order up something to eat . "," Ok , maybe we can order a soup and a salad from the restaurant down the street . " " Ok , maybe we can order a soup and a salad from the restaurant down the street . "," I was thinking of getting a hamburger , fries and a chocolate sundae . " " I was thinking of getting a hamburger , fries and a chocolate sundae . ", You eat too much junk food . That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol . You eat too much junk food . That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol . , Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind . Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind . ," It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on . " " It's not only about getting fat or not , it's about being healthy . You could really have some health problems later on . "," How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs ! " " How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken ! Better yet , let's order some hot dogs ! ", You are a lost cause . Good morning . Could I speak to Frans Smith please ? , Frans Smith ? I think you may have the wrong number . Frans Smith ? I think you may have the wrong number . ," Is this Taiwan 8234342 2 , DS engineering ? " " Is this Taiwan 8234342 2 , DS engineering ? ", It is . But there is no Frans Smith here . Do you know which department he works in ? It is . But there is no Frans Smith here . Do you know which department he works in ? ," The accounts department , I think . " " The accounts department , I think . "," The accounts department , no problem . I'm just putting you through now . " "Mary sings much better than Susan , doesn't she ? ", Yes.But Mary is no match for Susan in painting . Yes.But Mary is no match for Susan in painting . , Maybe it's because Susan's parents are both painters . Excuse me . Nature calls . ," If you gotta go , you gotta go . " Excuse me . How much for a two liter bottle of Coke ? , 87 cents . 87 cents . , How come so cheap ? How come so cheap ? , It ’ s on sale this week . It ’ s on sale this week . , I ’ ll take one . And here is a dollar . I ’ ll take one . And here is a dollar . , Here ’ s your change . Here ’ s your change . , Thank you very much . "Ms.Dawson , I need you to take a dictation for me . "," Yes , sir ... " " Yes , sir ... ", This should go out as an intra-office memorandum to all employees by this afternoon.Are you ready ? This should go out as an intra-office memorandum to all employees by this afternoon.Are you ready ? ," Yes , sir.Go ahead . " " Yes , sir.Go ahead . "," Attention all staff ... Effective immediately , all office communications are restricted to email correspondence and official memos.The use of Instant Message programs by employees during working hours is strictly prohibited . " " Attention all staff ... Effective immediately , all office communications are restricted to email correspondence and official memos.The use of Instant Message programs by employees during working hours is strictly prohibited . "," Sir , does this apply to intra-office communications only ? Or will it also restrict external communications ? " " Sir , does this apply to intra-office communications only ? Or will it also restrict external communications ? "," It should apply to all communications , not only in this office between employees , but also any outside communications . " " It should apply to all communications , not only in this office between employees , but also any outside communications . "," But sir , many employees use Instant Messaging to communicate with their clients . " " But sir , many employees use Instant Messaging to communicate with their clients . "," They will just have to change their communication methods . I don't want any - one using Instant Messaging in this office.It wastes too much time ! Now , please continue with the memo.Where were we ? " " They will just have to change their communication methods . I don't want any - one using Instant Messaging in this office.It wastes too much time ! Now , please continue with the memo.Where were we ? ", This applies to internal and external communications . This applies to internal and external communications . ," Yes.Any employee who persists in using Instant Messaging will first receive a warning and be placed on probation.At second offense , the employee will face termination.Any questions regarding this new policy may be directed to department heads . " " Yes.Any employee who persists in using Instant Messaging will first receive a warning and be placed on probation.At second offense , the employee will face termination.Any questions regarding this new policy may be directed to department heads . ", Is that all ? Is that all ? , Yes.Please get this memo typed up and distributed to all employees before 4 pm . I failed the exam because I didn't study . , Serves you right . Could you do me a favor and proofread my resume before I send it out to the human resources department ? ," Sure , let me take a look ... Personal Information , Education , Experience , Training ... I think you should add another section for language . You speak three languages , so you might as well put that on your resume . " " Sure , let me take a look ... Personal Information , Education , Experience , Training ... I think you should add another section for language . You speak three languages , so you might as well put that on your resume . ", But languages don't have anything to do with engineering . Shouldn't everything I put on my resume have something to do with my field ? But languages don't have anything to do with engineering . Shouldn't everything I put on my resume have something to do with my field ? ," Not necessarily . I think people would be impressed by your language abilities . It says something about your level of intellect and experience . Also , I think human resources directors want to see more of a well-rounded person in a resume . " " Not necessarily . I think people would be impressed by your language abilities . It says something about your level of intellect and experience . Also , I think human resources directors want to see more of a well-rounded person in a resume . "," It's just a piece of paper , you think that they can tell if I am a well-rounded person by looking at it ? " " It's just a piece of paper , you think that they can tell if I am a well-rounded person by looking at it ? "," Well , you're right , the resume is limited in how much it can tell someone about a person . That's why job interviews are important to let people know the real you that they can't see from a piece of paper . But resumes can be helpful in explaining things and giving a good impression to a potential employer . " I'm sorry to trouble you but there is a lot of noise in next room . ," Oh , is there ? Which room is it ? " " Oh , is there ? Which room is it ? "," It ... , I think the neighbor on the right . " " It ... , I think the neighbor on the right . ", You mean the room 1818 ? You mean the room 1818 ? ," I'm not sure , but I think so . I'm very exhaust but I can't sleep . " " I'm not sure , but I think so . I'm very exhaust but I can't sleep . "," All right madam , I'll check and tell them to be quiet . " " All right madam , I'll check and tell them to be quiet . "," If the nest room is still noisy , could you give me a different room please ? " "Well , it's too bad that we like different kinds of movies . Maybe we're just different kinds of people . ", Yeah it's too bad ... but actually I think I know what to do . Yeah it's too bad ... but actually I think I know what to do . , What's that ? What's that ? ," We can go to a horror movie , and I'll hold your hand so you don't get scared . " " We can go to a horror movie , and I'll hold your hand so you don't get scared . ", You mean ... like on a second date ? You mean ... like on a second date ? , Of course ! Or are you still too scared ! Of course ! Or are you still too scared ! , No way ! That sounds great ! Would you like to go to the natural history museum with me ? , Have you ever been to it before ? Have you ever been to it before ? ," Yes , lots of time . I was quite impressed by the wide variety of exhibitions they have . " " Yes , lots of time . I was quite impressed by the wide variety of exhibitions they have . ", Let's go . It sounds interesting . I need to purchase some business cards . , No problem . How many are you thinking about ? No problem . How many are you thinking about ? ," I think 2,000 would be fine . " " I think 2,000 would be fine . "," If you'll just fill out this form , please . " " If you'll just fill out this form , please . ", I want the new cards to be exactly like this card . I want the new cards to be exactly like this card . , We can do that very easily . We can do that very easily . ," ... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card . " " ... Okay , I'm done . Here's the form and my old card . ", Great . Your order will take only one week . Great . Your order will take only one week . ," You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days . " " You know , I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days . ", We can do that . It'll just cost you extra . Could you tell me the origin of the Dragon-Boat Festival ? ," Yes , it's a way to commemorate a great ancient romantic poet , and the race is a symbol of the attempt to save him . " " Yes , it's a way to commemorate a great ancient romantic poet , and the race is a symbol of the attempt to save him . ", I see.Did they succeed in the end ? I see.Did they succeed in the end ? , Of course not.He drowned . Is there a medication you can prescribe to help me with my problem ? , There are various choices of blood pressure medication that we can try . There are various choices of blood pressure medication that we can try . , What is available ? What is available ? ," We could start with Hydrochlorothiazide , which is a diuretic . " " We could start with Hydrochlorothiazide , which is a diuretic . ", Are there many side effects ? Are there many side effects ? , There really are not many side effects . You need to drink a lot of water when you take this pill . There really are not many side effects . You need to drink a lot of water when you take this pill . , Is that the only medication I need to take ? Is that the only medication I need to take ? ," It might be , but for a while I also want you to take an ACE inhibitor , Lisinopril . " " It might be , but for a while I also want you to take an ACE inhibitor , Lisinopril . ", What are the side effects of that drug ? What are the side effects of that drug ? ," You may have a little bit of a dry cough , but you will feel much better . " I really want to get something to eat . , What are you going to get ? What are you going to get ? , I don't know what I want to eat . I don't know what I want to eat . ," Well , do you want burgers , Chinese food , or Mexican food ? " " Well , do you want burgers , Chinese food , or Mexican food ? ", Chinese food sounds good . Chinese food sounds good . , Where are you going to get it from ? Where are you going to get it from ? , I haven't the slightest idea . I haven't the slightest idea . , I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express . I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express . , You like Panda Express ? You like Panda Express ? , The food there is actually pretty good . The food there is actually pretty good . , Maybe I'll go there then . Maybe I'll go there then . , You should . I know you'll like it . "Are you alright , Ethan ? You don't seem to be as cheerful as you normally are . "," To be honest , Ava , I've just had a really bad day . " " To be honest , Ava , I've just had a really bad day . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," First , I slept through my alarm and ended up two hours late to work . " " First , I slept through my alarm and ended up two hours late to work . ", What did your boss say ? What did your boss say ? ," He told me that if I showed up late one more time , he'd fire me . He's so mean ! " " He told me that if I showed up late one more time , he'd fire me . He's so mean ! ", That's horrible . Was that the first time you'd shown up late to work ? That's horrible . Was that the first time you'd shown up late to work ? ," That was my second time . The first time , I was in a car accident . " " That was my second time . The first time , I was in a car accident . ", Is your boss Chinese ? Is your boss Chinese ? ," No , he's from Australia . Before I met him , I thought Australians were supposed to be relaxed and easy-going . I had no idea he'd be so fussy about things . " " No , he's from Australia . Before I met him , I thought Australians were supposed to be relaxed and easy-going . I had no idea he'd be so fussy about things . ", What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? , I think I'm going to look for another job . I need to find a boss that is a bit more sensitive and optimistic than my current boss . I think I'm going to look for another job . I need to find a boss that is a bit more sensitive and optimistic than my current boss . , That sounds like a sensible plan . Do you want me to help you with your job search ? That sounds like a sensible plan . Do you want me to help you with your job search ? , That's very generous of you . Thanks for the offer . That's very generous of you . Thanks for the offer . , Don't mention it . That's what friends are for ! "Did you get Bean's ten different good luck forwards , like that one from the Dalai Lama ? "," Yeah , I deleted all that superstitious crap . What a waste of bandwidth ! " " Yeah , I deleted all that superstitious crap . What a waste of bandwidth ! ", I figured I might as well send one or two of them out . Maybe my luck will get better . I figured I might as well send one or two of them out . Maybe my luck will get better . , Do you really think the Dalai Lama sent that ? I'm tired of all these forwards . Do you really think the Dalai Lama sent that ? I'm tired of all these forwards . , It's worth a shot . Maybe we'll get some luck in thinking up something for this case . My name is Helen Levin . I'm the HR director of our company . , Miss Levin . Nice to meet you . Miss Levin . Nice to meet you . ," Nice to meet you , too . " There has been talk at school about canceling the concert . , Really ? Who did you hear that from ? Really ? Who did you hear that from ? , Just word of mouth . Did you find what you were looking for ? ," I tried when you had gone , but I had no luck . " " I tried when you had gone , but I had no luck . "," Okay , let's both look for it now . " " Okay , let's both look for it now . ", Okay . I'm going to see the doctor this weekend . , What's your trouble ? What's your trouble ? , I think I need a thorough check-up . I think I need a thorough check-up . , I got it . Where on earth are we going to borrow at 3 % ? ," We can borrow from a bank , the gross interest rate will be something like 7 % . With corporate tax at say 30 % . We are only paying on 50 % of this . There is still inflation to consider . " " We can borrow from a bank , the gross interest rate will be something like 7 % . With corporate tax at say 30 % . We are only paying on 50 % of this . There is still inflation to consider . ", You can knock off another 2 % for that . You can knock off another 2 % for that . , We can borrow as much as we can . We can borrow as much as we can . ," Not quite , if we get too heavily in debt , the shares will tend to drop . " " Not quite , if we get too heavily in debt , the shares will tend to drop . ", How much loan capital can we safely raise then ? How much loan capital can we safely raise then ? ," I would like to have notice of that question , I will give you an answer in a week . " Hello . This is the Holiday Inn . Can I help you ? , Hi . Is there a special rate for a group reservation ? Hi . Is there a special rate for a group reservation ? , Yes . There is a 20 % to 40 % discount . It depends on the season.During the summer the discount is 20 % . During the winter it is 40 % . Yes . There is a 20 % to 40 % discount . It depends on the season.During the summer the discount is 20 % . During the winter it is 40 % . , I need five single rooms in October . How much of a discount can I get ? I need five single rooms in October . How much of a discount can I get ? , Our summer season ended in September . So the discount will be 40 % . That ’ s a good deal . Would you prefer rooms with a front view or rear view ? Our summer season ended in September . So the discount will be 40 % . That ’ s a good deal . Would you prefer rooms with a front view or rear view ? ," Front view , please . " " Front view , please . ", What date and time will you be checking in ? What date and time will you be checking in ? , October 25th around 2:00 in the afternoon . October 25th around 2:00 in the afternoon . ," We need you to send a deposit for 1/3 of the bill . You can send the check , or you can use the credit card . " " We need you to send a deposit for 1/3 of the bill . You can send the check , or you can use the credit card . ", Ok . I ’ ll send a check . Ok . I ’ ll send a check . ," Could you tell me your name , address and phone number , please ? " " Could you tell me your name , address and phone number , please ? "," Sure . My name is Anderson . My address is 109 Ferguson East , Holton . And my phone number is 309 789 1267 . " " Sure . My name is Anderson . My address is 109 Ferguson East , Holton . And my phone number is 309 789 1267 . ", Thanks . "How long would you stay , sir ? ", Two nights . Two nights . , Would you please fill in this registration form ? Would you please fill in this registration form ? , I've finished . "Excuse me , sir . I've made a tough decision and here is my resignation . ", I am sorry to hear that . Why do you want to quit ? I am sorry to hear that . Why do you want to quit ? ," I'm sorry to bring up my resignation at this moment , but I've decided to study abroad . " " I'm sorry to bring up my resignation at this moment , but I've decided to study abroad . ", All right . Welcome back anytime . All right . Welcome back anytime . ," Thank you , sir . I'd like to say that I ’ Ve really enjoyed working with you . However , I think it ’ s about time for me to leave . " " Thank you , sir . I'd like to say that I ’ Ve really enjoyed working with you . However , I think it ’ s about time for me to leave . "," I am glad to work with you , too . Good luck ! " " I am glad to work with you , too . Good luck ! ", Thank you . "May I help you , sir ? ", I want to try on this suit . I want to try on this suit . , Certainly . Here's a mirror . Certainly . Here's a mirror . , I'm afraid it's too narrow across the shoulders . Do you have a larger one ? I'm afraid it's too narrow across the shoulders . Do you have a larger one ? , Yes . This one must fit you . Yes . This one must fit you . , It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ? It's a bit loose . Do you have a middle size ? ," I'm afraid not , sir . " " I'm afraid not , sir . ", What a pity ! I am wondering if you have a room with twin bed . ," Yes , we have one and it faces the beautiful sea . " " Yes , we have one and it faces the beautiful sea . ", That's wonderful . I want to stay for 2 days . That's wonderful . I want to stay for 2 days . ," OK , we will make it ready for you . " " OK , we will make it ready for you . ", Thank you . do you like animals ? I really like dogs . , so do i . I don ’ t like cats . so do i . I don ’ t like cats . , why ? I think cats are ok . why ? I think cats are ok . , I can ’ t bear being near cats . They don ’ t seem to like me either . I can ’ t bear being near cats . They don ’ t seem to like me either . , I like wild animals . I don ’ t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting . I like wild animals . I don ’ t like spiders and snakes . I think spiders and snakes are disgusting . , I ’ m fond of snakes . I think they ’ re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ’ s because they have so many legs . I ’ m fond of snakes . I think they ’ re great . I agree with you about spiders though . I think spiders are horrible . I think it ’ s because they have so many legs . , I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur . I think bears are wonderful . Pandas are fantastic . I low the people who kill them for their fur . , I agree . I ’ m carry about mice . I think they ’ re so cute ! I agree . I ’ m carry about mice . I think they ’ re so cute ! , really ? I don ’ t see the attraction . I ’ m afraid of mice . How can I travel by air ? , Have you traveled by air before ? Have you traveled by air before ? ," No , this is the first time . " " No , this is the first time . ", Let me tell you . First you must buy a ticket . Let me tell you . First you must buy a ticket . ," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . ", Then you must go to the airport . Then you must go to the airport . , Is that all ? Is that all ? , Not Yet . Listen to me . Don't forget to take your ID card with you . Not Yet . Listen to me . Don't forget to take your ID card with you . , What's an ID card ? What's an ID card ? , Something like a passport . Something like a passport . , Can I board the plane now ? Can I board the plane now ? ," No , you also need a boarding pass . " " No , you also need a boarding pass . ", Thank you . Now I know how to travel by air . You'd better prepare for the examination . , I don't think the exam will be very hard . I don't think the exam will be very hard . ," You should change your attitude , or you will not pass the course . " " You should change your attitude , or you will not pass the course . ", Maybe you're right . I have been too lazy lately . "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? ", It's our anniversary today . I am looking for the same flowers as the ones in her wedding bouquet . It's our anniversary today . I am looking for the same flowers as the ones in her wedding bouquet . , What do they look like ? What do they look like ? , White . White . , How tall are they ? How tall are they ? ," They are short , I guess . About the same height as those short flowers over there . " " They are short , I guess . About the same height as those short flowers over there . ", Do they look like roses ? Do they look like roses ? ," No , they look like little bells . " " No , they look like little bells . "," Oh , lilies of the valley . No , I am sorry . We are all out of them right now . " " Oh , lilies of the valley . No , I am sorry . We are all out of them right now . "," Oh , that's too bad . " " Oh , that's too bad . ", What about roses ? What about roses ? , Ok . How many do you suggest ? Ok . How many do you suggest ? ," As many as you like , sir . They are beautiful , aren't they ? " " As many as you like , sir . They are beautiful , aren't they ? "," Yes , they are . " Bye . Take care . , You too . It seems that many boys are fighting there . , Break it up ! I will not permit fighting in this campus . Are you planning on studying abroad ? ," I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I'll have enough money . " "Good afternoon Sir , may I please see your passport and reservation ? ", Here you go . Here you go . ," I'm sorry sir , this flight has been cancelled due to some mechanical problems . " " I'm sorry sir , this flight has been cancelled due to some mechanical problems . ", Cancelled ! So what am I supposed to do now ? Cancelled ! So what am I supposed to do now ? ," We apologize for any inconveniences that may be caused by this . If your flight is urgent , I can put you on a waiting list for another flight this evening , but it's on a first come first served basis , so there is no guarantee that you will be able to take that flight . " " We apologize for any inconveniences that may be caused by this . If your flight is urgent , I can put you on a waiting list for another flight this evening , but it's on a first come first served basis , so there is no guarantee that you will be able to take that flight . ", What's my other option ? What's my other option ? ," Well , If you can wait until tomorrow , we will put you up in a hotel for today and you can take scheduled flight for tomorrow morning . " " Well , If you can wait until tomorrow , we will put you up in a hotel for today and you can take scheduled flight for tomorrow morning . ", That's fine . I'll do that then . That's fine . I'll do that then . , Thank you for your understanding sir . I will book your flight now . "David , do you think which team will get the champion tonight ? ", It is hard to guess now . Both of the teams chose the excellent players this time . I guess the game will end in a tie . They are equally matched . It is hard to guess now . Both of the teams chose the excellent players this time . I guess the game will end in a tie . They are equally matched . , I am so nervous now . What a terrific game ! I am so nervous now . What a terrific game ! , Which side are you on ? Which side are you on ? ," It's hard to say , because each team has my idols . " " It's hard to say , because each team has my idols . "," Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know . " " Wow ! AC wins . It is a close shave , you know . ", I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct . I will never forget this match . The angle is so terrible and so correct . , What a good goal ! Good morning . Madam . What can I do for you today ? , Hello . I hope you can help me ; I'm a little worried about my new card . Hello . I hope you can help me ; I'm a little worried about my new card . , What seems to be the problem ? What seems to be the problem ? ," I received my new card this morning , but I'm unable to use it . " " I received my new card this morning , but I'm unable to use it . "," Oh ? You mean , the ATM machine has eaten it ? " " Oh ? You mean , the ATM machine has eaten it ? "," No , it's right here , see ? The ATM will not accept it ! " " No , it's right here , see ? The ATM will not accept it ! "," You said you received your card this morning , am I right ? " " You said you received your card this morning , am I right ? "," Yes . I was told it would be activated and ready to use right away . So , what's gone wrong ? " " Yes . I was told it would be activated and ready to use right away . So , what's gone wrong ? "," Did you receive your PIN number yet , Madam ? You see , unless you have your new PIN number , to match your new card , you cannot use it . We usually send that separately , around one day after the card , for security reasons . " " Did you receive your PIN number yet , Madam ? You see , unless you have your new PIN number , to match your new card , you cannot use it . We usually send that separately , around one day after the card , for security reasons . "," Well , that explains it . I've been using my old PIN number ! Thanks for explaining everything to me . " "Yes , I think there is something wrong with my car . ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? ," When I tried to back it , I found it was out of order . I can't see where the trouble is . " " When I tried to back it , I found it was out of order . I can't see where the trouble is . ", Let me see . Let me see . , Is it serious ? Is it serious ? ," No , the damage is minor . " " No , the damage is minor . ", And when will it be OK ? And when will it be OK ? , 4:00 p . m .. 4:00 p . m .. , OK . Thank you . I've known from your resume that you are a college graduate . ," Yes , madam . I graduated from Tianjin College of Finance and Trade three years ago . " " Yes , madam . I graduated from Tianjin College of Finance and Trade three years ago . ", What did you take as your major in college ? What did you take as your major in college ? , I took Accounting as my major . I took Accounting as my major . , What kinds of work were you in charge of in the previous company ? What kinds of work were you in charge of in the previous company ? , I was in charge of cost price and sales revenue . I was in charge of cost price and sales revenue . ," All right , I see . Why do you want to work for a Sino-American joint venture enterprise now ? " " All right , I see . Why do you want to work for a Sino-American joint venture enterprise now ? "," There are two reasons for me to do it . First , I'm sure that there will be more opportunities for advancement If I enter your enterprise . Secondly , I'd like to acquaint myself with American culture if possible . " " There are two reasons for me to do it . First , I'm sure that there will be more opportunities for advancement If I enter your enterprise . Secondly , I'd like to acquaint myself with American culture if possible . "," Well , Mr . Zhang , you must know , what we need is a capable accountant , and we won't have enough time to tell him some other things . " " Well , Mr . Zhang , you must know , what we need is a capable accountant , and we won't have enough time to tell him some other things . "," Yes , madam . I know that I'll be expected , first of all , to work hard if I'm hired . " What did you usually do as a head nurse ? , I allocate different patients with their consent to different nurses . And I supervise the primary nurses and help nurses carry out their work . I allocate different patients with their consent to different nurses . And I supervise the primary nurses and help nurses carry out their work . , How to maintain a high standard of nursing ? How to maintain a high standard of nursing ? ," To maintain a high standard of nursing , we should take experience and education into consideration while considering a nurse's level of expertise in caring for various patients . " I am glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation . I hope we can do business together . ," It's a great pleasure to meet you , Mr . White . I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom . What is it that particularly interests you ? " " It's a great pleasure to meet you , Mr . White . I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom . What is it that particularly interests you ? ", I am interested in your hardware . I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues . I think some of the items will find a ready market in France . Here is a list of requirements . I am interested in your hardware . I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues . I think some of the items will find a ready market in France . Here is a list of requirements . , Thank you for your inquiry . Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ? Thank you for your inquiry . Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ? ," I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price . " " I will do that . Meanwhile , could you give me an indication of the price . ", Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation . Here are our FOB price lists . All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation . ," What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice . " " What about the commission ? From European suppliers , I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports . It's the general practice . "," As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it . " " As a rule we don't allow any commission . But if the order is sizable one , we will consider it . ", You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help . You see I do business on a commission basis . A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales . Even 2 or 3 % would help . , We'll discuss this when you place your order with us . "I ’ m so excited , mother . Oh , a new baby ! ", My first grandchild . My first grandchild . ," And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does . " " And my first nephew . He looks a lot like you , mum . He does . "," Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ’ s got Richard ’ s eyes though . " " Do you think so ? Well , I guess . He does look a lot like me . Oh , he ’ s got Richard ’ s eyes though . "," Yes , he does have Richard ’ s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does . " " Yes , he does have Richard ’ s eyes . The baby even looks like you than Richard does . "," Well , children usually resemble their parents . " " Well , children usually resemble their parents . ", It ’ s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is . It ’ s true . Michelle is a lot like Henry in so many ways . And she is shy with new people just like he is . , You often like comparing children with their parents . You often like comparing children with their parents . , You ’ re right . When did you and Amanda meet each other ? , I met her about one year ago . I met her about one year ago . , So you met her right after you got to school ? So you met her right after you got to school ? , That's right . We've been dating since last September . May I have a word with you ? , Certainly . Certainly . , When will you be free ? When will you be free ? , Come by any time . Come by any time . , Shall I say around ten o'clock ? Shall I say around ten o'clock ? ," Yes , I'll be waiting for you in my home by 10:00 . " "Hello , ma'am . Can I help you ? "," Yes , please . I'd like a gin and tonic . " " Yes , please . I'd like a gin and tonic . "," Sure , ma'am . Here you are . " " Sure , ma'am . Here you are . ", Thank you . How much is it ? Thank you . How much is it ? , 25 yuan . 25 yuan . , Here's 30 . Keep the change . Here's 30 . Keep the change . ," Thank you very much , ma'am , but we don't take tips in China . " I am confused by what he said . , Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? , I don ’ t know what he wants to do . Does he want help me or just scold me ? I don ’ t know what he wants to do . Does he want help me or just scold me ? , Think a little . I think he means well at the bottom of his heart . Have you got the medicine yet ? ," Yes , I've been given so much , that I simply don't know what to do with it all . " " Yes , I've been given so much , that I simply don't know what to do with it all . "," Well , these are for internal use.You take a packet each time.Four times a day . " " Well , these are for internal use.You take a packet each time.Four times a day . ", What about these ? What about these ? ," They're painkillers.You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours . " " They're painkillers.You take one tablet when you feel a pain , but not more than once within four hours . "," I see.Thank you , doctor . " How can I help you today ? , I am returning something that I bought yesterday . I am returning something that I bought yesterday . , What would you like to return ? What would you like to return ? , I'm returning a cellphone . I'm returning a cellphone . , Was there something wrong with it ? Was there something wrong with it ? , It's defective . It's defective . , What isn't working on it ? What isn't working on it ? , It keeps turning off on it's own . It keeps turning off on it's own . ," Alright , do you have the receipt ? " " Alright , do you have the receipt ? ", I have it right here . I have it right here . , I'm going to take care of this and refund your money . I'm going to take care of this and refund your money . , Thanks for your help . "Good afternoon , need any help ? ", My name is Liu Wei . I have booked a ticket to Boston three days before . My name is Liu Wei . I have booked a ticket to Boston three days before . , That's right and your flight number is CA621 . That's right and your flight number is CA621 . , But now I want to make a change . Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105 . But now I want to make a change . Please cancel this flight and transfer me to flight GB105 . ," Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ? " " Excuse me , sir . Flight GB105 is one to Milan , are you sure of your change ? ", Yes . "What are you up to tonight , Steve ? ", I'm going to a disco with my friends . I'm going to a disco with my friends . , That sounds like fun . Have a good time . Didn't Joe feel it a shame to live on his parents since he has graduated from college ? , He has no sense . He has no sense . ," If I were him , I wouldn't brazen it out by asking my parents for money . " " If I were him , I wouldn't brazen it out by asking my parents for money . ", But Joe won't you . "David , would you like something to eat ? "," No , I'm full . " " No , I'm full . ", Do you want something to drink ? Do you want something to drink ? ," Yes , I'd like some coffee . " " Yes , I'd like some coffee . "," Sorry , I don't have any coffee . " " Sorry , I don't have any coffee . ", That's OK . I'll have a glass of water . That's OK . I'll have a glass of water . ," A small glass , or a big one ? " " A small glass , or a big one ? ", Small please . Small please . , Here you are . Here you are . , Thanks . Thanks . , You're welcome . I need to go to the bank . , But they are closed today . But they are closed today . ," Closed ? Are you kidding ? What is it , some kind of holiday today ? " " Closed ? Are you kidding ? What is it , some kind of holiday today ? ", Have you already forgotten ? What's the date today ? Have you already forgotten ? What's the date today ? ," Oh , it's the first of April , April fool's day " " Oh , it's the first of April , April fool's day "," You forgot all about it , didn't you ? " " You forgot all about it , didn't you ? "," So I have , but I has reminded me at least one thing I need to remember . " " So I have , but I has reminded me at least one thing I need to remember . ", What's that ? What's that ? , Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . ," Better not forget that , so kill you if you don't get her something . " "Are you ready to order , madam ? ", I'm on a diet . So I have to avoid food containing too much fat . Do you have vegetarian dishes ? I'm on a diet . So I have to avoid food containing too much fat . Do you have vegetarian dishes ? ," Yes , We do have some choices for ladies like you . What about some green salad ? " " Yes , We do have some choices for ladies like you . What about some green salad ? ", Does it taste good ? Does it taste good ? , Sure . It's a popular dish among young ladies . Sure . It's a popular dish among young ladies . , I think I'll try it . I think I'll try it . ," We have three kinds of dressings for salad . Italian , French and Thousand Island . Which one would you like ? " " We have three kinds of dressings for salad . Italian , French and Thousand Island . Which one would you like ? "," French , please . " " French , please . ", OK . Do you want to order something else ? OK . Do you want to order something else ? ," Milan Style Macaroni . Don't put sugar or salt on it , please . " What's the special today ? , ' All-you-can-eat ' dinner special . ' All-you-can-eat ' dinner special . , I don't like to . I don't like to . , Do you care for seafood ? Do you care for seafood ? ," Yes , I'm very fond of seafood . " " Yes , I'm very fond of seafood . ", Which seafood do you prefer ? Which seafood do you prefer ? , I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber . I'd like to have red cooked sea cucumber . , Is there anything else you would like to have ? Is there anything else you would like to have ? ," Bring me an assorted cold dish , please . " " Bring me an assorted cold dish , please . ", Would you care for beverage ? Would you care for beverage ? ," No , thanks . I'm fine . " " No , thanks . I'm fine . ", What would you like to drink ? What would you like to drink ? , A bottle of champagne . Can you help me ? The program is not responding and I don't know what to do . , Look at the icon in the bottom corner of your screen . Is it flashing ? Look at the icon in the bottom corner of your screen . Is it flashing ? , No . It isn't . No . It isn't . , OK . Try closing down all the files you're not using at the moment . OK . Try closing down all the files you're not using at the moment . , But I can't move the cursor at all . My screen is frozen . What should I do ? But I can't move the cursor at all . My screen is frozen . What should I do ? , Have you tried pressing the Escape key ? Have you tried pressing the Escape key ? ," Yes , but nothing's happened . " " Yes , but nothing's happened . "," OK , you ’ ll need to reboot your machine . Press Control , Alt and Delete at the same time . " " OK , you ’ ll need to reboot your machine . Press Control , Alt and Delete at the same time . ", I've never done that before . Will I lose all my files ? I've never done that before . Will I lose all my files ? ," You might lose the file you were working on , but don't worry , the help desk can restore it . When did you last take a backup ? " Can you pass me the lighter ? , Here . Catch ! Can I be of any help ? , I have a fifteen-day vacation and I want to have a trip to England . Is there any route that fits me well ? I have a fifteen-day vacation and I want to have a trip to England . Is there any route that fits me well ? ," Yes , of course . How about this one ? It's a new route . " " Yes , of course . How about this one ? It's a new route . "," That's wonderful . By the way , what kind of cabin will I have ? " " That's wonderful . By the way , what kind of cabin will I have ? "," First class , sir . " Where are you from ? , I'm from Canada . What do you expect to be doing five years from now ? What are your medium-term career goals ? ," I would like to be in a managerial role , ideally working do6ely with external clients . I have worked in client-facing roles for more than two years and I enjoy the challenge of keeping the customer satisfied . I think Ifs something I ’ m good at . Finally , I ’ d like to be on the right career path towards eventually becoming a senior manger within the company . I ’ m very aware that these are ambitious goals , however I fell through hard work and dedication they achievable . " "I'm sorry , Julia ! I can't get home early this evening . ", What ? But today is my birthday ! What ? But today is my birthday ! ," I know , darling . But I do have a lot of work to do , hope you can understand me . " " I know , darling . But I do have a lot of work to do , hope you can understand me . "," But Steven , why don't you ask for a leave ? ... Steven , why don't you speak ? Are you still there ? " " But Steven , why don't you ask for a leave ? ... Steven , why don't you speak ? Are you still there ? "," Hello , Julia ? I can't hear you clearly . I'm afraid the line is out of order . Okay , B , listen ! How about I hang up now and call you back later ? " " Hello , Julia ? I can't hear you clearly . I'm afraid the line is out of order . Okay , B , listen ! How about I hang up now and call you back later ? ", Okay ! Bye ! What kinds of meat are most popular in your country ? ," We usually eat chicken , pork and beef.you eat these meat a lot in your country too , don't you ? " " We usually eat chicken , pork and beef.you eat these meat a lot in your country too , don't you ? "," Yes , we do . we also eat mutton . " " Yes , we do . we also eat mutton . ", I've heard that people in your country like mutton chops . I've heard that people in your country like mutton chops . ," That's right , mutton chops taste so good , we eat them with sauce , have you ever tried ? " " That's right , mutton chops taste so good , we eat them with sauce , have you ever tried ? "," Yes , I have , I tried once when I visited your country last year , I think they were very tasty.Can you cook them ? " " Yes , I have , I tried once when I visited your country last year , I think they were very tasty.Can you cook them ? "," Certainly I can , I'll buy some from butchers ' and cook for you next sunday . " " Certainly I can , I'll buy some from butchers ' and cook for you next sunday . ", That sounds great . I'll bring a bottle of wine then . Good morning . Mrs.Smith . ," Good morning ! Can you help me , please ? I'm looking for some books for my mother . " " Good morning ! Can you help me , please ? I'm looking for some books for my mother . "," Well , what kind of books does she like ? " " Well , what kind of books does she like ? ", She's very fond of detective stories ? She's very fond of detective stories ? , I see . Has she read any detective stories ? I see . Has she read any detective stories ? ," Oh , yes ! " " Oh , yes ! ", Do you know if she's read this one ? Do you know if she's read this one ? ," I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful ! " " I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful ! ", Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ? Ah ! She has a bad memory . How old is she ? , She's eighty-seven . She's eighty-seven . , I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting . I suggest you take this book . It's very exciting . , Thank you . That's a good idea . she likes exciting books . Can you suggest another one ? "Good evening , sir . What's your pleasure this evening ? Your usual ? "," Yes . I'm going to stay with the same , a beer . " " Yes . I'm going to stay with the same , a beer . "," Certainly , a beer . Here you are , sir . " " Certainly , a beer . Here you are , sir . "," Oh , darn . Look what I've done . ( Spill the drink ) " " Oh , darn . Look what I've done . ( Spill the drink ) ", Don't worry . I'll make you another on the house . Forest Restaurant . What can I do for you ? , May I make a reservation ? May I make a reservation ? , Of course . At what time ? Of course . At what time ? , The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening . The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening . ," OK , sir . We are looking forward to your arrival . " Excuse me . Could you tell me how to get to the post office ? , Of course . Turn right at the next intersection and go straight . The post office will be on your left ( side ) . "Good morning , Ms Chan . What can I get you today ? "," Good morning , Mr . Church . I ’ d like some lamb chops for the children ’ s lunch . " " Good morning , Mr . Church . I ’ d like some lamb chops for the children ’ s lunch . "," Shoulder chops , Ms Chan ? " " Shoulder chops , Ms Chan ? ", Yes . I ’ ll take four shoulder chops and I ’ d like a small chicken . Yes . I ’ ll take four shoulder chops and I ’ d like a small chicken . , Would you like to choose a chicken ? Would you like to choose a chicken ? , Which one is cheaper ? Which one is cheaper ? , This one is our cheapest . This one is our cheapest . , How much is all that ? I don ’ t have much cash . Can I give you a check ? How much is all that ? I don ’ t have much cash . Can I give you a check ? ," Yes , of course , Ms Chan . " Have you ever witnessed any crimes or accidents ? , I don't quite remember . Why did you ask that ? I don't quite remember . Why did you ask that ? ," I was taking a walk in the park early this morning when suddenly I heard someone calling "" help "" . I rushed over and saw a man beating a woman . " " I was taking a walk in the park early this morning when suddenly I heard someone calling "" help "" . I rushed over and saw a man beating a woman . "," Oh , my . What did you do ? " " Oh , my . What did you do ? "," I guess I was stunned for a moment , then I quickly ran away to get help . " " I guess I was stunned for a moment , then I quickly ran away to get help . ", Did you call the police ? Did you call the police ? ," Yes . Fortunately , I had my cell with me this morning . I called the police as I was running to get people to come to help . " Hello . ," Hi , my sweetheart . It ’ s Dad . " " Hi , my sweetheart . It ’ s Dad . "," Hi , Dad . Where are you ? " " Hi , Dad . Where are you ? ", I ’ m at work right now . You can reach me at 905 675 9870 . Please call this number if you need me . I ’ m at work right now . You can reach me at 905 675 9870 . Please call this number if you need me . ," Thank you , Dad . " " Thank you , Dad . ", I love you . I love you . ," I love you , too , Dad . " "Professor , can you help me add your class ? ", You have to bring me an add sheet to sign . Do you have one ? You have to bring me an add sheet to sign . Do you have one ? ," No , I will have to get an add sheet . " " No , I will have to get an add sheet . ", You must take the signed add slip to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class . Do you know where that is ? You must take the signed add slip to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class . Do you know where that is ? ," No , I don't know where that is . " " No , I don't know where that is . ", The office is in front of you as you cross the quad . The signs in the hallway will tell you where you need to be . The office is in front of you as you cross the quad . The signs in the hallway will tell you where you need to be . , I think I can find it . I think I can find it . , You'll find it easily . Make sure you add the class and then we will look at the roll sheet later to make sure that you were added on . You'll find it easily . Make sure you add the class and then we will look at the roll sheet later to make sure that you were added on . , Thank you for letting me add your class . Thank you for letting me add your class . ," To drop a class , you need to do the same thing with a drop slip . Good luck ! " "Let's start to study how to use computers , Paler . It's good to know that a computer has two major parts , the hardware and the software . ", What's the hardware ? What's the hardware ? , The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes . The hardware of computer is basically all the concrete things you can touch with your hands and see with your eyes . , That's seems obvious enough . Then what about the software ? That's seems obvious enough . Then what about the software ? , The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things . The software of computer is all the programmes inside the computer that allow you to use the computer to do things . ," I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software . " " I see , actually the hardware is the easy part , I do want to study how to use the software . "," Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus . " " Right you are , Paler , and since what you want to learn is how to use software , we should also learn to refer to the computer menus . "," Ever since I saw computer can do your project , I wanted to have a computer . " "Good morning golf aficionados ! My name is Rick Fields , and you guessed it , I am here with my main man , Bob Copeland . "," Thank you , Rick ! As you can see , ladies and gentleman , we are here in beautiful Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the world are trying to win the grand prize of one million dollars ! " " Thank you , Rick ! As you can see , ladies and gentleman , we are here in beautiful Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the world are trying to win the grand prize of one million dollars ! "," Whoa , that ’ s a lot of cash ! Let ’ s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing . " " Whoa , that ’ s a lot of cash ! Let ’ s go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing . "," All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ’ s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole ! " " All right , we are here at the eighth hole . It ’ s a par four , and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid . Although , I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole ! "," Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ’ s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous . " " Tiger Woods is about to tee off , and let ’ s see if he has the same luck as Jack . Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and , he seems to be very nervous . ", Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ’ s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot . Oh no ! Not a good swing at all ! It ’ s definitely not his day today . On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par . He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot . , It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it . It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees . He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it . ," Oh no ! A bear ! Run , Tiger , run ! Somebody call animal control ! " "Hi , Mikel . What's with you ? You look angry . "," No , I just check my weight , I'm getting fatter . " " No , I just check my weight , I'm getting fatter . "," True , you are getting a really pot belly , aren't you ? " " True , you are getting a really pot belly , aren't you ? "," I'll get you for that comments , George . " " I'll get you for that comments , George . "," Just kidding , Mikel . Why don't you come work out with me ? " " Just kidding , Mikel . Why don't you come work out with me ? "," ah , I don't know a fit works . Last time , all I saw the gym were bunch of lidos , like me . " " ah , I don't know a fit works . Last time , all I saw the gym were bunch of lidos , like me . "," It works if you keep at it . Come on , let's go ! " " It works if you keep at it . Come on , let's go ! ", All right . But so help me it's a better work . All right . But so help me it's a better work . , This feels great . I'm all reed up . I can keep going all night . This feels great . I'm all reed up . I can keep going all night . , Not me . I'm too hot and I'm too tired . Not me . I'm too hot and I'm too tired . , Exercise has no benefit unless you sweat like a pig . Exercise has no benefit unless you sweat like a pig . ," Well , that's not for me . " " Well , that's not for me . "," Thanks for coming , it was a real blessed . " " Thanks for coming , it was a real blessed . ", It wasn't as good as you think . It wasn't as good as you think . ," You'll get used to it , Mikel , trust me . " "What's Ron Marston like , Pauline ? "," He's awful ! He telephoned me four times yesterday , and three times the day before yesterday . He telephoned the office yesterday morning and yesterday afternoon . My boss answered the telephone . " " He's awful ! He telephoned me four times yesterday , and three times the day before yesterday . He telephoned the office yesterday morning and yesterday afternoon . My boss answered the telephone . ", What did your boss say to him ? What did your boss say to him ? ," He said , Pauline is typing letters . She can't speak to you now ! "" Then I arrived home at six o'clock yesterday evening . He telephoned again . But I didn ’ t answer the phone ! " " He said , Pauline is typing letters . She can't speak to you now ! "" Then I arrived home at six o'clock yesterday evening . He telephoned again . But I didn ’ t answer the phone ! ", Did he telephone again last night ? Did he telephone again last night ? ," Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock . " " Yes , he did . He telephoned at nine o'clock . ", What did you say to him ? What did you say to him ? ," I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ’ t telephone my daughter again ! " " I said , This is Pauline's mother . Please don ’ t telephone my daughter again ! ", Did he telephone again ? Did he telephone again ? ," No , he didn't ! " I'm tired of you always wearing my clothing ! , Aren't you the pot calling the kettle black ? You're wearing my pants right now ! But it's the White House . The president and his family live there.They won't let us see most of it . Probably we can only see a couple of rooms . ," No , that's not true.The White House is very big . And there are a lot of historical exhibits there.The tour will take us through many different rooms . I read about it in the guide . " " No , that's not true.The White House is very big . And there are a lot of historical exhibits there.The tour will take us through many different rooms . I read about it in the guide . "," Hmm . If that's true , then the security there must be very good.Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House . " " Hmm . If that's true , then the security there must be very good.Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House . ", I'm sure the security is very tight.Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport . I'm sure the security is very tight.Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport . , So I can't take my gun then . So I can't take my gun then . , Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun . Don't always joke like that ! You don't have a gun . ," Yes , it's true I don't . " " Yes , it's true I don't . ", You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested ! You shouldn't say things like that . You could get arrested ! , What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ? What ? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke ? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table ? ," No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much . " " No . But if you say something like that in the White House , they may take it seriously . Sometimes I think you joke too much . ", I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI.But how long does the White House tour last ? I'll be careful . Don't worry . I don't want to get arrested by the FBI.But how long does the White House tour last ? , I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour . I'm not sure . I think it lasts about one hour . , Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast . Alright . We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast . , First I want to look in the travel guide.Maybe they don't have tours in the morning . First I want to look in the travel guide.Maybe they don't have tours in the morning . , That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ? That's a good idea . Do you want some more coffee ? ," No , I'm fine . " "I bought it . I got a watch , too . The company that sells this car has a car club . ", Where you can buy lots of paraphernalia ? Where you can buy lots of paraphernalia ? ," Yeah , and meet other drivers of the same car ! " " Yeah , and meet other drivers of the same car ! ", Cool ! Cool ! ," I know girls love this kind of car . Look , it's got a sunroof ! Imagine ... a cool , starry night ... " " I know girls love this kind of car . Look , it's got a sunroof ! Imagine ... a cool , starry night ... "," So , you're going to use Sarah's car to go cruising for chicks ? " " So , you're going to use Sarah's car to go cruising for chicks ? ", No . I borrowed it to go shopping . "Hey , John . Nice car . ", Thanks . I finally got rid of that old Nissan that got me through college . Thanks . I finally got rid of that old Nissan that got me through college . ," What is this , the new Ford ? " " What is this , the new Ford ? "," No , it ’ s last year ’ s model . " " No , it ’ s last year ’ s model . ", True . How much did you pay ? True . How much did you pay ? ," $ 14,500 . It only has 10,000 miles on it , so it ’ s like a new car . " " $ 14,500 . It only has 10,000 miles on it , so it ’ s like a new car . ", Does that mean you ’ re not going to take the train to work anymore ? Does that mean you ’ re not going to take the train to work anymore ? ," Well , sometimes , I think it ’ ll be nice to drive to work instead . We ’ ll see . Want to go for a ride ? " " Well , sometimes , I think it ’ ll be nice to drive to work instead . We ’ ll see . Want to go for a ride ? "," Yeah , sure . " " Yeah , sure . ", Come on . "Sit down , please . What's wrong with you ? "," I feel cold , and I'm shivering . I have a terrible headache and a sore throat . " " I feel cold , and I'm shivering . I have a terrible headache and a sore throat . ", How long have you been like that ? How long have you been like that ? , About a day . About a day . ," Let me have a look at your throat first . Please open your mouth and say "" ah "" . " " Let me have a look at your throat first . Please open your mouth and say "" ah "" . ", Ah ... Ah ... ," And show me your tongue ... Thank you . That'll do . You have slight tonsillitis , and your throat is inflamed . How is your appetite ? " " And show me your tongue ... Thank you . That'll do . You have slight tonsillitis , and your throat is inflamed . How is your appetite ? ", Not so good . Not so good . ," Now , let me take your temperature . Please put this thermometer under your armpit and let me feel your pulse ? " " Now , let me take your temperature . Please put this thermometer under your armpit and let me feel your pulse ? ", Your pulse is weak . Your pulse is weak . ," Do I have a temperature , doctor ? " " Do I have a temperature , doctor ? "," Yes , you have a high fever . I'd like to give you a blood test . " do you mind if I sit here ? ," no , of course not . Go ahead . " " no , of course not . Go ahead . ", don't I know you ? don't I know you ? ," yes , now that you mention it , I think we had a chemistry class together in high school . " " yes , now that you mention it , I think we had a chemistry class together in high school . ", you're right ! How are you ? It's been a long time ! you're right ! How are you ? It's been a long time ! , What did you do after high school ? What did you do after high school ? , I went straight to university afterwards . What about you ? I went straight to university afterwards . What about you ? , I took a year off to go travelling . I took a year off to go travelling . , that sounds exciting . Where did you go ? that sounds exciting . Where did you go ? , I went all over the world . It was the best year of my life . Where did you go to school ? I went all over the world . It was the best year of my life . Where did you go to school ? , I went to a small school in Connecticut . It has a very good reputation for its languages department . I went to a small school in Connecticut . It has a very good reputation for its languages department . ," Oh , did you study a foreign language ? " " Oh , did you study a foreign language ? "," yes , I got a grant to study Chinese . " " yes , I got a grant to study Chinese . "," that's a very difficult language to learn , isn't it ? " " that's a very difficult language to learn , isn't it ? "," it is , but it's very rewarding . " " it is , but it's very rewarding . ", so you can speak Chinese ? so you can speak Chinese ? ," I can , but not as well as I'd like to . I'll be studying Chinese until the day I die ! " " I can , but not as well as I'd like to . I'll be studying Chinese until the day I die ! ", I think most languages take a lifetime to learn well . My Chinese friends told me that the Spring Festival is coming soon . Can you tell me something about it ? , Certainly . It ’ s actually the Chinese New Year and is regarded by the Chinese as the most important holiday of the year . Certainly . It ’ s actually the Chinese New Year and is regarded by the Chinese as the most important holiday of the year . , What happens on the holiday ? What happens on the holiday ? , Family members usually get together on the Eve of the New Year and have a special dinner to celebrate . Relatives and friends often visit each other during the holiday to wish each other a happy new year . Family members usually get together on the Eve of the New Year and have a special dinner to celebrate . Relatives and friends often visit each other during the holiday to wish each other a happy new year . , Do people cook a lot of special dishes for the holiday ? Do people cook a lot of special dishes for the holiday ? ," Yes , just like Christmas in western countries , it is a time for eating lots of special food . " What good sunshine ! Let's go and get a suntan on the balcony . , I've had enough of it while working under the sun in the day . I don't need any more sun-tan . I've had enough of it while working under the sun in the day . I don't need any more sun-tan . ," It's different in my case . I work in the office , so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun . " " It's different in my case . I work in the office , so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun . ", It might be good to you . But please keep in mind that too much tanning damages the skin rather than does any good to you . You might end up with skin cancer . Hello . This is the Directory Assistance . Can I help you ? , Can you give me the number for Jessica Hanson on locks Ave ? Can you give me the number for Jessica Hanson on locks Ave ? , I ’ m sorry . There is no listing under that name . Are you sure of the name ? I ’ m sorry . There is no listing under that name . Are you sure of the name ? ," Yes , I ’ m pretty sure . " " Yes , I ’ m pretty sure . ", Do you have her address ? Do you have her address ? ," Yes , I do . It ’ s 109 Locks Ave , L8V 4N9 . " " Yes , I do . It ’ s 109 Locks Ave , L8V 4N9 . "," That ’ s an unlisted number . I ’ m sorry , but I can ’ t give it to you . " " That ’ s an unlisted number . I ’ m sorry , but I can ’ t give it to you . ", I see . Thanks anyway . I see . Thanks anyway . , No problem . "Is everything OK , Madam ? "," Well , I'm trying to buy some foreign currency for my holiday . " " Well , I'm trying to buy some foreign currency for my holiday . "," I can help you with that . Holiday , you say ? Lucky you ! Where are you going to be travelling to ? " " I can help you with that . Holiday , you say ? Lucky you ! Where are you going to be travelling to ? "," We are going to Macau to visit my niece . She said it's better for me to bring US dollars , is that right ? " " We are going to Macau to visit my niece . She said it's better for me to bring US dollars , is that right ? "," That is one option , Madam . If your are travelling to either Hong Kong or Macau we are permitted to exchange up to 1,000 USD for you . " " That is one option , Madam . If your are travelling to either Hong Kong or Macau we are permitted to exchange up to 1,000 USD for you . "," OK , I see . What's the exchange rate ? Is the dollar up or down ? " " OK , I see . What's the exchange rate ? Is the dollar up or down ? ", Today's rate is 823 . 71 RIB to 100 USD . Today's rate is 823 . 71 RIB to 100 USD . ," To be honest , I have no idea about these things ! But I'm sure that's alright . " " To be honest , I have no idea about these things ! But I'm sure that's alright . "," Yes , it's not bad . I will need to see your passport though . " Do I check in for the train D8 08 to Shanghai here ? ," Yes , show me your tickets please . " " Yes , show me your tickets please . "," Here you are . By the way , when does the train leave ? " " Here you are . By the way , when does the train leave ? ", The train is driving after ten minutes . The train is driving after ten minutes . , Thanks . Where is my seat ? Thanks . Where is my seat ? , It's over there . Have a good trip . It's over there . Have a good trip . , Thank you . "How much is this shirt , please ? ", It's 89 yuan . It's 89 yuan . , Do you have it in a larger size ? Do you have it in a larger size ? , Let me check . "You know Ernie , it seems we both like the same artists . "," Yes , we do . I think we have the same musical tastes . " " Yes , we do . I think we have the same musical tastes . "," But if we're going to start a band , we have to be able to sing and dance . Can you do that ? " " But if we're going to start a band , we have to be able to sing and dance . Can you do that ? "," I'm not a very good singer , but I'm a really great dancer ! I love hip hop dancing . " " I'm not a very good singer , but I'm a really great dancer ! I love hip hop dancing . "," Great ! I'll sing , and you can dance in our band . " A new film is on.Have you ever seen it ? , What kind of movie is it ? What kind of movie is it ? , It's a feature film . It's a feature film . ," Oh , I've no interest in such films . " "Come and meet our employees , Mr . Richards . "," Thank you , Mr . Jackson . " " Thank you , Mr . Jackson . "," This is Nicola Grey , and this is Claire Taylor . " " This is Nicola Grey , and this is Claire Taylor . ", How do you do ? Those women are very hard-working . What are their jobs ? How do you do ? Those women are very hard-working . What are their jobs ? ," They ’ re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short . " " They ’ re keyboard operators . This is Michael Baker , and this is Jeremy Short . ", How do you do ? They aren ’ t very busy ! What are their jobs ? How do you do ? They aren ’ t very busy ! What are their jobs ? , They ’ re sales reps . They are very lazy . They ’ re sales reps . They are very lazy . , Who is this young man ? Who is this young man ? , This is Jim . He is our office assistant . I had fun talking to you . , It was really nice talking to you also . It was really nice talking to you also . , I think we should really do something sometime . I think we should really do something sometime . , That should be loads of fun . That should be loads of fun . , What do you want to do next time ? What do you want to do next time ? , Would you like to go to dinner or something ? Would you like to go to dinner or something ? ," Yeah , let's do that . " " Yeah , let's do that . "," Okay , until next time then . " " Okay , until next time then . ", I'll call you so we can set that up . I'll call you so we can set that up . , Talk to you then . Talk to you then . ," All right , see you . " " All right , see you . ", See you . How long will it take for our order to be delivered ? ," Let's see . You are importing fifty containers of textiles from China . They should be able to place your order before the end of next week . It will take 2 days for shipping to the port city of Ningpo . The freight will take 3 weeks on the open ocean and will arrive in Los Angeles approximately a month from today . Domestic shipping will be your responsibility , you can make arrangements with the pier in Los Angeles . " " Let's see . You are importing fifty containers of textiles from China . They should be able to place your order before the end of next week . It will take 2 days for shipping to the port city of Ningpo . The freight will take 3 weeks on the open ocean and will arrive in Los Angeles approximately a month from today . Domestic shipping will be your responsibility , you can make arrangements with the pier in Los Angeles . "," Fine , we will handle domestic shipping , but what about customs ? Will we have to pay tariff on our imports ? I hope we don't run into any problems with the border control . " " Fine , we will handle domestic shipping , but what about customs ? Will we have to pay tariff on our imports ? I hope we don't run into any problems with the border control . "," No , the Chinese company has that all worked out . With the paperwork you receive with the shipment , you should be good to go . " Just remember . The main thing right now is to make sure Stars.com is happy . , Right . You're right . But she's just evil . Someone should drive a stake through her heart . Right . You're right . But she's just evil . Someone should drive a stake through her heart . ," Elvin , please . Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week , or not ? " " Elvin , please . Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week , or not ? ", I'm OK . I'll be fine . I'v cool . I'm cold . I'm like ice . She won't know what hit her . I'm OK . I'll be fine . I'v cool . I'm cold . I'm like ice . She won't know what hit her . ," By the way , how's the nose ? Boy , that must have hurt . " "So , you ’ re applying for a B2 visa , where is your final destination and what ’ s the purpose of your trip to the United States ? ", I ’ m going to visit my brother . he ’ s just had a baby . He lives in Minneapolis . I ’ m going to visit my brother . he ’ s just had a baby . He lives in Minneapolis . , And how long do you you plan to remain in the United States ? And how long do you you plan to remain in the United States ? ," I ’ ll be here for approximately three weeks . See , here ’ s my return ticket for the twenty-sixth of March . " " I ’ ll be here for approximately three weeks . See , here ’ s my return ticket for the twenty-sixth of March . "," And , who is sponsoring your trip ? " " And , who is sponsoring your trip ? "," My brother , here , this is an invitation letter from him . I will stay with him and his family in their home . " " My brother , here , this is an invitation letter from him . I will stay with him and his family in their home . "," Alright , tell me about the ties you have to your home country . " " Alright , tell me about the ties you have to your home country . "," Well , I own a house . actually , I ’ m leaving my dog there with my neighbors . I have a car at home , and oh , my job ! I ’ m employed by Tornal as an engineer . Actually , I only have three weeks ’ vacation , so I have to go back to work at the end of March . " " Well , I own a house . actually , I ’ m leaving my dog there with my neighbors . I have a car at home , and oh , my job ! I ’ m employed by Tornal as an engineer . Actually , I only have three weeks ’ vacation , so I have to go back to work at the end of March . ", And what evidence do you have that you are financially independent ? And what evidence do you have that you are financially independent ? ," Well , I do have assets in my country . like I said , I own a house , and see , here ’ s a bank statement showing my investments , and my bank balance . " " Well , I do have assets in my country . like I said , I own a house , and see , here ’ s a bank statement showing my investments , and my bank balance . "," I ’ m sorry , sir , we cannot grant you a B2 visa at this time , instead , you are granted a resident visa ! Congratulations , you are the millionth person to apply for a visa ! You win ! Congratulations ! " Wow . Look how polite your son has become . ," Yes . We had a big talk with him , and he has really turned over a new leaf . " ABC Rent-a-Car . May I help you ? , I would like to rent a car . What kind of car do you have ? I would like to rent a car . What kind of car do you have ? ," We have Volkswagen , Pinto , Plymouth and Datsun . " " We have Volkswagen , Pinto , Plymouth and Datsun . ", What is the rate ? What is the rate ? ," Twenty dollars per day for Volkswagen , Pinto and Datsun , and twenty-seven dollars for Plymouth . " " Twenty dollars per day for Volkswagen , Pinto and Datsun , and twenty-seven dollars for Plymouth . ", How about mileage and gas ? How about mileage and gas ? , There is no charge for mileage . And fill up the gas when you return the car to us as it is not included . There is no charge for mileage . And fill up the gas when you return the car to us as it is not included . , OK . I'll try a Pinto . I want to rent a car for one week . OK . I'll try a Pinto . I want to rent a car for one week . ," All right , sir . May I have your driver's license ? " " All right , sir . May I have your driver's license ? ", Here you are . Hi Jim . Do you have a minute ? ," Sure , what ’ s up ? " " Sure , what ’ s up ? ", Some of us are going to start a soccer team . Would you like to join us ? Some of us are going to start a soccer team . Would you like to join us ? , I don ’ t know anything about it . Soccer isn ’ t as popular in my country as it is here . I don ’ t know anything about it . Soccer isn ’ t as popular in my country as it is here . , That ’ s all right . We ’ ll teach you . That ’ s all right . We ’ ll teach you . , Is it anything like American football ? Is it anything like American football ? ," Not very much . It ’ s something like hockey , except that you use a big ball and no stick . " " Not very much . It ’ s something like hockey , except that you use a big ball and no stick . "," I ’ ll come down and watch you play some day , and see what it ’ s like . " " I ’ ll come down and watch you play some day , and see what it ’ s like . ", Good idea . I think you ’ ll like it if you give it a chance . I am dropping off my prescription to get it filled . ," You can come back in twenty minutes , and it will be ready . " " You can come back in twenty minutes , and it will be ready . "," If I couldn ’ t wait , could the prescription be mailed to me ? " " If I couldn ’ t wait , could the prescription be mailed to me ? "," Yes , you can have it delivered or filled at any location in our HMO . " " Yes , you can have it delivered or filled at any location in our HMO . ", When should I take this medication ? When should I take this medication ? , You need to take it at bedtime . You need to take it at bedtime . , Should I take this medicine on an empty stomach ? Should I take this medicine on an empty stomach ? ," Don ’ t mix alcohol with this medication , but you can take it with or without food . " " Don ’ t mix alcohol with this medication , but you can take it with or without food . ", What are the side effects of this medication ? What are the side effects of this medication ? ," You might feel a little dizzy at first , but it should pass . " You will never guess where my family is going for summer vacation . ," Let me try . It has to be somewhere amazing , and far away ... Egypt ? " " Let me try . It has to be somewhere amazing , and far away ... Egypt ? ", How in the world did you guess that ? Did someone tell you already ? How in the world did you guess that ? Did someone tell you already ? , Yes . I overheard your mom and my mom talking in the grocery store . Yes . I overheard your mom and my mom talking in the grocery store . , I want to ride a camel and definitely see the pyramids ! I want to ride a camel and definitely see the pyramids ! , I wish our family took outrageous summer vacations like yours . I wish our family took outrageous summer vacations like yours . , It helps that my dad is an archaeologist . It helps that my dad is an archaeologist . , We'll get to go fishing at the river . I hate fish . Who's that striking woman over there ? ," Hm ? Oh , that's Alice . She's totally mad . Don't get yourself in a room alone with her . " " Hm ? Oh , that's Alice . She's totally mad . Don't get yourself in a room alone with her . ", Really ? Why not ? She looks great . Really ? Why not ? She looks great . ," Yes , I know , but she's dangerous . " " Yes , I know , but she's dangerous . ", Really ? Tell me more . Really ? Tell me more . ," Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment . " " Well , I'm not one to gossip , as you know , but rumor has it that she sued her former boss for sexual harassment . "," Wow , crikey . So what happened ? " " Wow , crikey . So what happened ? "," Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman . " " Well , this is just between ourselves , of course , but he was her lover and he wanted to leave her , so she got revenge . I heard him say she was a dangerous woman . ", Wow . Wow . ," Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ? " " Oh , while we're on the subject , what happened to you and your secretary ? ", I have no idea what you're talking about . I have no idea what you're talking about . ," Oh , come on . Everybody knows . " " Oh , come on . Everybody knows . ", Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call Could you excuse me a moment ? I have to make a phone call ," Oh , sure . " I plan to emigrate to Canada . , Have you found a suitable job ? Have you found a suitable job ? , No . But it is said the welfare in Canada is very good . No . But it is said the welfare in Canada is very good . , But as to me finding a good job is the most important thing . But as to me finding a good job is the most important thing . ," Maybe you are right , so I will try my best to find a suitable job . " "Good morning , Miss Monica . Nice to meet you again ! "," Good morning , Mr . Thomas , it is nice to see you too . " " Good morning , Mr . Thomas , it is nice to see you too . "," After the internal discussion , we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates . So , today let ’ s talk about your expected salary and social benefits . What is your expected salary ? " " After the internal discussion , we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates . So , today let ’ s talk about your expected salary and social benefits . What is your expected salary ? "," I ’ Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start . " " I ’ Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start . ", The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance . The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance . , It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ? It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ? ," 40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day .. " " 40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day .. "," Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ? " " Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ? "," We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day . " " We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day . ", Is there probation ? Is there probation ? ," No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week . " "Hello , Tom ! "," Hello , Steven ! " " Hello , Steven ! ", How are you doing ? How are you doing ? , Not bad . What about you ? Not bad . What about you ? , I'm just a little tired . I'm just a little tired . , Why ? Why ? , I have a lot of work to do in the company recently . I have a lot of work to do in the company recently . , How is your family ? How is your family ? ," Pretty fine , thanks . " " Pretty fine , thanks . ", Where are you going now ? Where are you going now ? ," I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ’ s two o ’ clock . I must go now . " " I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents . Oh , it ’ s two o ’ clock . I must go now . "," OK , see you next time . " " OK , see you next time . ", See you . Car trouble center . How may I help you ? , My car won ’ t start ! Stupid old car ! My car won ’ t start ! Stupid old car ! ," Hold on , before you kick your car let ’ s go through some possible problems . " " Hold on , before you kick your car let ’ s go through some possible problems . ", Fine . Fine . ," OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ? " " OK , first of all , can you turn the key in the ignition ? ", Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor . Yeah ! I am here with my friend and he thinks it may be the spark plug or the starter motor . ," Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ? " " Those are possible problems , but tell me , when you turn the key , do you hear the starter motor crank ? "," Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ’ t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ? " " Yeah , it sounds like it usually does when I start the car , but nothing else happens . The engine won ’ t start . Should I maybe press the accelerator ? ", No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start . No . If you step on the accelerator pedal you can flood the carburetor and your car will never start . , So what do you think it is ? So what do you think it is ? ," I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ? " " I know this may seem like a silly question , but does your car have gasoline ? ", Umm . yeah ! Right ! I got the car started ! Thanks for your help ! I told you to fill the tank ! Excuse me.When ' s the next bus ? , The next bus will be here in four minutes . The next bus will be here in four minutes . ," Oh , good.That ' ll be the number forty four ? " " Oh , good.That ' ll be the number forty four ? "," No , it's the number fifty-eight . " " No , it's the number fifty-eight . ", So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ? So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ? ," No , it won't . " " No , it won't . ", So when will it be here then ? So when will it be here then ? , Never . Never . , Never ? Never ? , That's right.The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more.It ' s stop is round the corner . I hope the teacher decides to curve our test grades . , I wouldn't count on it . I wouldn't count on it . , She did last time . She did last time . ," Yes , but I'll bet she won't again . " Who is it ? , Open the door . It's me . I can't find the key . Open the door . It's me . I can't find the key . , You're always so careless . You're always so careless . ," Oh , thank you . I am exhausted . Will you bring me a cup of tea ? " " Oh , thank you . I am exhausted . Will you bring me a cup of tea ? "," Okay , but I haven't prepare supper . " " Okay , but I haven't prepare supper . ", So let's eat out . So let's eat out . , What do you want to eat ? What do you want to eat ? , Noodles . How about you ? Noodles . How about you ? , Dumplings . Mr . Dick . Does the recommendation of the university play an important role ? ," Yes . In fact , the recommendation letter written by the university is an indirect self-recommendation . In the long period of cooperation , the university has established good relationship with the companies or organizations , they trust each other well . If your university recommends you , you can be approved more easily . " " Yes . In fact , the recommendation letter written by the university is an indirect self-recommendation . In the long period of cooperation , the university has established good relationship with the companies or organizations , they trust each other well . If your university recommends you , you can be approved more easily . ", But I find that most of the recommendation letters written by universities are the same . So I doubt its authority . But I find that most of the recommendation letters written by universities are the same . So I doubt its authority . ," More and more persons have the same discoveries since most universities do that in order to save energy . If your university also does like this , you can look for other methods , because such kinds of recommendations say nothing for you . " " More and more persons have the same discoveries since most universities do that in order to save energy . If your university also does like this , you can look for other methods , because such kinds of recommendations say nothing for you . ", Could you tell me whether or not I send out my resume with it ? Could you tell me whether or not I send out my resume with it ? ," It depends . If it has something special or useful , I suggest you send it out . " "What do you say to eating out , Maggie ? "," Yeah , why not ? We haven't been out for dinner for quite a long time . A new French restaurant has just opened in our neighborhood . We can go there . " " Yeah , why not ? We haven't been out for dinner for quite a long time . A new French restaurant has just opened in our neighborhood . We can go there . ", Do we need to book a table in advance ? Do we need to book a table in advance ? , No need for that . It's not usually busy on weekdays . No need for that . It's not usually busy on weekdays . , What time shall we go ? What time shall we go ? , Why not now ? I'm hungry . "Hello , Miss , what can I do for you this afternoon ? ", I need the haircut . But you seem so busy today . I need the haircut . But you seem so busy today . ," Yes , it is , busy today . We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend . Would you like to take a sit , and wait for a while , please ? " " Yes , it is , busy today . We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend . Would you like to take a sit , and wait for a while , please ? "," Ok , but how long I have to wait , it is going to be more than 30 minutes . " " Ok , but how long I have to wait , it is going to be more than 30 minutes . "," It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait . " " It should be around that , if you like , please for a free to read the magazine while you are wait . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr.Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you . " " Sorry to keep you waiting , Miss . I'll have a dresser Mr.Li is just finish with a client in a moment or two . Would you have a shampoo first ? I'll get it on for you . "," Ok , thanks . " "Good evening , ma'am . Table for one ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Will this table be all right ? Will this table be all right ? ," Actually , I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible . " " Actually , I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible . ", Certainly . How about this one ? Certainly . How about this one ? ," This will be fine , thanks . " " This will be fine , thanks . ", ( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order . ( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order . , Thank you . "Tom , aren ’ t you a little too old to be trick-or - treating ? ", What are you talking about ? Where is your Halloween spirit ? Didn ’ t you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends ? What are you talking about ? Where is your Halloween spirit ? Didn ’ t you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends ? ," Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ’ m sure people will think you ’ re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night . " " Of course , I did , but when I was ten ! Trick - or-treating is for kids , plus , I ’ m sure people will think you ’ re a kidnapper or something , running around with kids NCP at night . "," Whatever , I ’ m going next door I heard Mrs . Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms ! " I've got a complaint about the noise next door . ," Yes , it's most irritating . " " Yes , it's most irritating . ", Some people aren't very considerate . Some people aren't very considerate . , We're going to do something about it . We're going to do something about it . ," Yes , I think so . " " Yes , I think so . ", We can't put up with it any more . We can't put up with it any more . ," We'll play the CD loud , is that all right ? " " We'll play the CD loud , is that all right ? ", I don't think so . I don't think so . , What should we do ? What should we do ? , Why don't we call them ? Why don't we call them ? , Good idea . "Good morning , Sir . Can I help you with something ? "," I hope so . I'm not actually a customer here , but I saw an advertisement in yesterday's newspaper about your new bank card . " " I hope so . I'm not actually a customer here , but I saw an advertisement in yesterday's newspaper about your new bank card . "," I see . Yes , the advertisement has proven very effective . Would you like to apply for a card with us ? " " I see . Yes , the advertisement has proven very effective . Would you like to apply for a card with us ? "," Yes , please . But I suppose I'll have to open an account with you first , right ? " " Yes , please . But I suppose I'll have to open an account with you first , right ? ", That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure . That's right . But don't worry ; it's a very simple procedure . , Could I open an account with you today ? Could I open an account with you today ? ," Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that . " " Of course , it can be done right this minute . If you could just fill in this application form for me ? Do you have your ID card with you ? I'll need to see that . "," Yes , here you go . And sign here ? " " Yes , here you go . And sign here ? "," Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card . " " Yes , please . That's being processed now . As soon as the account is set up , we can issue you with a card . ", So quick and easy ! Thanks very much . It was nice talking to you . , Why are you trying to rush me off the phone ? Why are you trying to rush me off the phone ? , I really have to go . I really have to go . , Why ? I still wanted to talk to you . Why ? I still wanted to talk to you . , I have things to do . I have things to do . , Like what ? Like what ? , Don't be nosey . Don't be nosey . , I'm not . I just want to know . I'm not . I just want to know . ," Well , it's really none of your business . " " Well , it's really none of your business . ", That's harsh . That's harsh . ," I'm sorry , but I have to go . " " I'm sorry , but I have to go . ", Fine . "The acting of this film is marvelous.In spite of the thin plot , the acting , the music and the scene have won the Academy Award of this year . ", I'm sorry for hero . I dont think there's any excuse for his acting in some parts . I'm sorry for hero . I dont think there's any excuse for his acting in some parts . , Don't be too critical.We can't expect it to be perfect . "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? ", Good day . I ’ m looking for a one-bedroom apartment today . Good day . I ’ m looking for a one-bedroom apartment today . , Certainly . How much rent did you want to pay ? Certainly . How much rent did you want to pay ? ," Well , I didn ’ t want to pay more than $ 900 a month . " " Well , I didn ’ t want to pay more than $ 900 a month . "," $ 900 a month ? We don ’ t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ’ s near the municipal buildings . " " $ 900 a month ? We don ’ t often have apartment as inexpensive as that . We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today , on Eleventh Avenue . It ’ s near the municipal buildings . ", Is it furnished ? Is it furnished ? ," No , it ’ s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ’ s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ’ t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ... " " No , it ’ s unfurnished . It has a kitchen , but there are not many cookers . There ’ s a garden in the back , but the tenants can ’ t use it . The landlord lives downstairs . Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight . No noise and no television after 11 ... "," No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison . " " No , thank you ! I want to take an apartment , not a prison . "," Ok , we would do as your requirement . And we ’ ll contact with you later ! " Do you think I should buy this now and bring it with us ? , Don't bother . those are a dime a dozen where we are going . Good morning . Elly company . ," Good morning . Could I speak to someone in the sales department , please ? " " Good morning . Could I speak to someone in the sales department , please ? "," Hold on , please . " " Hold on , please . ", Thanks . "Pardon me , but I was wondering if you could break a one . ", Let me look . What do you need ? Let me look . What do you need ? , I need the change for the stamp machine . I need the change for the stamp machine . , I think dimes and quarters will do . We'll take the route No . 10 . , Fine . How many people are there in your party ? Fine . How many people are there in your party ? , Just two . How much does the trip cost ? Just two . How much does the trip cost ? , $ 200 for double . $ 200 for double . , Is there any chance of a lower price ? Is there any chance of a lower price ? , I am afraid not . Right now it's the tour season . Can I take a picture ? ," I am sorry , sir , it's not allowed . " " I am sorry , sir , it's not allowed . ", What a pity . Do you have reproductions of this paint ? What a pity . Do you have reproductions of this paint ? , Of course . You can get it at the entrance . Of course . You can get it at the entrance . , Thank you . Excuse me . I'd like to cash the traveler's check . , No problem . How would like your money ? No problem . How would like your money ? ," In tens and fifties , please . " " In tens and fifties , please . ", Here you are . Please sign your name here . Here you are . Please sign your name here . ," OK , thank you . " The art critic from the daily chronicle doesn ’ t think much of the max oreo exhibition . He says that the artwork is uninspiring and old fashioned . , Really ? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent . What did you think of it ? Really ? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent . What did you think of it ? ," I liked it . I didn ’ t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ’ t uninspiring , in my opinion . " " I liked it . I didn ’ t think his works were masterpieces , but the certainly weren ’ t uninspiring , in my opinion . ", I don ’ t think I ’ Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ’ t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ? I don ’ t think I ’ Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic . He doesn ’ t seem to like anything . Which kinds of paintings do you prefer ? ," I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ’ t you ? " " I like landscapes and still life . You prefer abstract paintings , don ’ t you ? "," Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ? " " Yes , I do . I like painters who use rather than watercolors . The colors appear richer . What do you think ? "," I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ’ t you ? " " I agree . I prefer oils too . I collect landscapes , but I only have a small collection . You have a small collection of abstract art , don ’ t you ? "," Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime . " " Yes . Good artwork is very expensive nowadays . When I was in china , I bought some calligraphy by famous artists . You should come and see it sometime . ", That would be nice . Can you read the characters ? That would be nice . Can you read the characters ? , I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ’ s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ’ s character . I know what the characters on the paintings mean . I think Chinese characters look very artistic . It ’ s said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist ’ s character . , I think that ’ s true with any of the fine arts . Could I speak to the apartment manager ? , I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ? I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ? , I wanted to know if that apartment on Main Street is still for rent . I wanted to know if that apartment on Main Street is still for rent . , I haven't rented it out yet . Would you like to see it ? I haven't rented it out yet . Would you like to see it ? ," Yes , I want to see it . " " Yes , I want to see it . ", How about today at 6 p . m . ? How about today at 6 p . m . ? , That time is okay with me . That time is okay with me . , Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ? Very good . We'll meet at 6 . Do you need directions ? ," No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work . " " No , thank you . I go by there on my way to work . "," If you're interested , you can fill out an application form . " " If you're interested , you can fill out an application form . ", That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ? That's a good idea . Do I need to bring anything myself ? , No . The only thing I need to see is your driver's license . You'll soon graduate from your university . Do you have any plans for the future ? ," I'm planning to go to graduate school , but I also want to find a job . Otherwise , I'll have nowhere to go if I fail the entrance exam . " " I'm planning to go to graduate school , but I also want to find a job . Otherwise , I'll have nowhere to go if I fail the entrance exam . ", Do you have a clear career path to follow ? Do you have a clear career path to follow ? , career path ? I'm not sure . career path ? I'm not sure . , what kind of job do you want after graduation ? what kind of job do you want after graduation ? ," I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ... " " I want to become a professor , a lawyer , an editor , a civil servant ... ", wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ? wait ! You can't do so many things at the same time . What exactly do you want ? , I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ? I don't know . Do you have any advice for me ? ," yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal . " " yeah , you should first decide what kind of career you really want , plan your career path , and then try your best to achieve your goal . ", I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career . I think perhaps I need to buy a few years while I figure out about my career . ," no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working " " no , you can't waste your time wandering around . If you want a job that requires a higher degree or diploma , you should focus on your graduate school entrance exam ; if you want a job that needs working ", thank you so much for your advice . I'll think it over . "We ’ Ve been over this a thousand times . The data is irrefutable ! Look , we ’ Ve done extensive research , built studies , and read the literature , and there is conclusive evidence to support my theory ! "," Horowitz , I beg to differ . Even in your most recent study , the investigative approach was flawed ! You know as well as I do that the collection of data was not systematic , and there is a large margin of error . To draw a definitive conclusion based on that data would be misleading " " Horowitz , I beg to differ . Even in your most recent study , the investigative approach was flawed ! You know as well as I do that the collection of data was not systematic , and there is a large margin of error . To draw a definitive conclusion based on that data would be misleading ", That is preposterous ! That is preposterous ! ," You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world ’ s greatest mysteries , and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong ! " " You are trying to single-handedly solve one of the world ’ s greatest mysteries , and yet you are oblivious to the fact that you are wrong ! ", I am not wrong ! The chicken came first ! I am not wrong ! The chicken came first ! , No ! The egg came first ! "Listen , Christine , you can not afford another day off . You ’ Ve called in sick five times in the last three weeks . "," I know , Mr . Douglas . But I am really sick . " " I know , Mr . Douglas . But I am really sick . "," Well , I want a note from the doctor on this one . And , to be honest , if this continues , we may not be able to employ you here . " " Well , I want a note from the doctor on this one . And , to be honest , if this continues , we may not be able to employ you here . "," I understand , sir . I ’ ll bring a doctor ’ s note in tomorrow . I am sorry , Mr . Douglas . " Do you speak English ? ," Yes , a little . " " Yes , a little . ", Can you tell me how to get to the Jade Buddha Temple ? Can you tell me how to get to the Jade Buddha Temple ? , I'm sorry . I can't quite follow you . Would you mind speaking slowly ? Good coming . room service.What can I do for you ? , I'd like a hamburger and a cup of coffee.My room number is 402 . I'd like a hamburger and a cup of coffee.My room number is 402 . , OK.sir . We will bring it to you as soon as possible . OK.sir . We will bring it to you as soon as possible . , Thank you . My watch always gains ten minutes a day . , That's funny . My watch always loses ten minutes a day . That's funny . My watch always loses ten minutes a day . , No kidding . No kidding . ," I am serious . Every morning I set my watch by the radio , but it still loses ten minutes . " " I am serious . Every morning I set my watch by the radio , but it still loses ten minutes . ", You know what you can do ? You know what you can do ? , Throw it away and buy a new one . Throw it away and buy a new one . ," No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day . " " No , you don't have to . You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day . ", So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ? So you put your watch back ten minutes every day ? ," Yes , that's what I am doing . " " Yes , that's what I am doing . "," Why bother ? Just buy a new watch . It doesn't cost much . Besides , I just can ’ t put up with this thing any more . " "Hi , Lucy . What are you going to do this weekend ? ", I have no idea yet . Do you have any suggestions ? I have no idea yet . Do you have any suggestions ? , Would you like to play tennis with me ? Would you like to play tennis with me ? , I'd like to . I'd like to . , Be sure to get to the sports hall at nine o'clock on Sunday morning . Be sure to get to the sports hall at nine o'clock on Sunday morning . ," OK , will do ! " Hello ? ," Hi , is Heather there please ? " " Hi , is Heather there please ? "," Sorry , I think you have the wrong number . " " Sorry , I think you have the wrong number . ", Is this 617-228-2289 ? Is this 617-228-2289 ? , Yes . Who are you looking for again ? Yes . Who are you looking for again ? , Heather Johnson . Heather Johnson . ," Oh , I thought you said Laura . Sorry about that . This is the right number , but Heather's not here right now . " " Oh , I thought you said Laura . Sorry about that . This is the right number , but Heather's not here right now . ", Do you know where she went ? Do you know where she went ? , She went to the store to buy some groceries . Would you like to leave a message ? She went to the store to buy some groceries . Would you like to leave a message ? ," Yes , would you please tell her Eric Martin called ? " " Yes , would you please tell her Eric Martin called ? "," Hi Eric , this is her roommate Kathy . I met you a couple months ago at the Christmas party . " " Hi Eric , this is her roommate Kathy . I met you a couple months ago at the Christmas party . "," Oh , yes . How are you ? " " Oh , yes . How are you ? ", Good . Heather will be back in about 20 minutes . I'll tell her you called . Good . Heather will be back in about 20 minutes . I'll tell her you called . , OK . Thanks . OK . Thanks . , Bye bye . What sort of experience do you have ? , I used to work as a mechanic and I was responsible for the maintenance of all the company vehicles . I used to work as a mechanic and I was responsible for the maintenance of all the company vehicles . , Where was your last job ? Where was your last job ? , I worked in Hanson Paper Company . I worked in Hanson Paper Company . , Why did you quit your last job ? Why did you quit your last job ? ," Because the company is far away from home , and I have to study after work so I can't afford to waste time on the road everyday . " The taxi drivers are on strike again . , What for ? What for ? , They want the government to reduce the price of the gasoline . They want the government to reduce the price of the gasoline . , It is really a hot potato . How long will it take to learn English ? Will I be able to take other courses next semester or will English take up all of my time ? , It ’ s hard to say . Language isn ’ t like other studies . It ’ s hard to say . Language isn ’ t like other studies . , You mean I could finish this course and still not know English ? You ’ Ve got to be kidding ! You mean I could finish this course and still not know English ? You ’ Ve got to be kidding ! , I ’ m not kidding . Learning a language is a question of forming language habits and that takes time . I ’ m not kidding . Learning a language is a question of forming language habits and that takes time . , So do we have to stay in this English class forever ? So do we have to stay in this English class forever ? , No . You just have to stay here long enough to get some orientation . Then you go on practicing and learning outside . A lot of learning depends on your personal motivation . No . You just have to stay here long enough to get some orientation . Then you go on practicing and learning outside . A lot of learning depends on your personal motivation . ," So it ’ s really the same story . Practice , practice , practice and more practice is the only way to learn a language . " " So it ’ s really the same story . Practice , practice , practice and more practice is the only way to learn a language . ", You said it . "I feel absolutely horrible . My temperature is 41 degrees Celsius , and I've got a headache and a runny nose . ", Do you have any other symptoms ? Do you have any other symptoms ? , I've also got a terrible stomach-ache . Is my face still swollen ? I've also got a terrible stomach-ache . Is my face still swollen ? , Just a little . Has your toothache gone now ? Just a little . Has your toothache gone now ? ," Yes , for the most part . It doesn't feel as bad as my other ailments , anyway . " " Yes , for the most part . It doesn't feel as bad as my other ailments , anyway . ", How about your tongue ? Does it still hurt ? How about your tongue ? Does it still hurt ? ," No , the burn ointment seemed to take effect right away . I think it's already healed . " " No , the burn ointment seemed to take effect right away . I think it's already healed . ", How did you get that burn again ? How did you get that burn again ? , I scalded on the hot coffee a few days ago . I scalded on the hot coffee a few days ago . ," You haven't had much luck lately , have you ? " " You haven't had much luck lately , have you ? "," No , but I'm sure I'll get better soon . " " No , but I'm sure I'll get better soon . ", When's the last time you took your tablets ? When's the last time you took your tablets ? , I took the red ones just before lunch and the white ones just after lunch . I took the red ones just before lunch and the white ones just after lunch . , I think it's time you took another dose of each . What would you like to drink with them ? I think it's time you took another dose of each . What would you like to drink with them ? ," Just some water , please . Do you have any ointment for my nose ? It feels so itchy after blowing my nose so much . " " Just some water , please . Do you have any ointment for my nose ? It feels so itchy after blowing my nose so much . "," Sure , I'll just go and get it now . what would you like to eat ? Some soup ? " " Sure , I'll just go and get it now . what would you like to eat ? Some soup ? ", that sounds good . that sounds good . ," soup always makes me feel better when I'm sick . I hope it makes you feel better , too . " Why are you handing me a plastic cup ? , Your doctor wants to test your urine and needs a sample . Your doctor wants to test your urine and needs a sample . , How am I supposed to do that ? How am I supposed to do that ? ," We need you to urinate like you normally would , and then stop and finish into the cup . " " We need you to urinate like you normally would , and then stop and finish into the cup . ", What am I supposed to do with the cup when I am done ? What am I supposed to do with the cup when I am done ? , Leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom . Just close the cubby door and walk away . Leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom . Just close the cubby door and walk away . , What kind of test is this ? What kind of test is this ? ," He wants to know if you have bacteria in your urine , which could signal an infection . " " He wants to know if you have bacteria in your urine , which could signal an infection . ", How long will it take to get the results ? How long will it take to get the results ? ," We will send your doctor the results , and he will contact you . " I enjoyed talking to you . , I enjoyed talking to you too . I enjoyed talking to you too . , We should hang out some time . We should hang out some time . , I think that would be nice . I think that would be nice . , Is there anything you would like to do next time ? Is there anything you would like to do next time ? , Do you want to go out to eat ? Do you want to go out to eat ? , I'd like that . I'd like that . , So I'll see you next time . So I'll see you next time . , I'm going to call you soon . I'm going to call you soon . , I'll talk to you later . I'll talk to you later . , See you soon . See you soon . , Goodbye . "I ’ m not sure what you expect me to do , Michelle . You ’ Ve not been very clear about any of this . "," I ’ m sorry , Clint . Maybe I didn ’ t make myself clear enough . We should get together to discuss this . " " I ’ m sorry , Clint . Maybe I didn ’ t make myself clear enough . We should get together to discuss this . ", Yeah . I think that would be a good idea . I ’ m really in the dark on everything . Yeah . I think that would be a good idea . I ’ m really in the dark on everything . , Fine . Let ’ s meet this afternoon . I ’ ll draw you a better picture of the situation . Did you hear what happened to Mike last night ? ," No , what ? " " No , what ? "," Well , apparently he had too much to drink and got into some kind of trouble . Typical , isn't it ? " " Well , apparently he had too much to drink and got into some kind of trouble . Typical , isn't it ? "," Oh , no . What kind of trouble ? " " Oh , no . What kind of trouble ? "," Well , I don't know the details , but ... " "Mary , today a man from an intermediary gave me a call . ", What did he say ? What did he say ? ," He said he saw my job-seeking information on the Internet , and could offer me an appropriate job . " " He said he saw my job-seeking information on the Internet , and could offer me an appropriate job . ", What kind of intermediary is it ? What kind of intermediary is it ? , It's a recruiting agency which specializes in introducing talented people to companies and businesses . It's a recruiting agency which specializes in introducing talented people to companies and businesses . , What job did he recommend to you ? What job did he recommend to you ? , It's on telemarketing . It's on telemarketing . , Does he ask you to pay some fees ? Does he ask you to pay some fees ? ," No , he said the employers will pay for it . " " No , he said the employers will pay for it . ", Then what do you think about it ? Then what do you think about it ? , I feel it is OK and I want to give it a try . I feel it is OK and I want to give it a try . ," Sure , but you must verify that first and don't easily make a promise . " " Sure , but you must verify that first and don't easily make a promise . "," Of course , I will . " " Of course , I will . ", Good luck ! Is there anything I can dor you ? , Yes . I am looking for a restaurant with a cheerful atmosphere . Yes . I am looking for a restaurant with a cheerful atmosphere . , Why not go the youth restaurant ? You will have a happy lunch there . Why not go the youth restaurant ? You will have a happy lunch there . ," Well , thanks for your help . " "I feel like going for a drink , it's been a long day . "," Great idea ! Peter , I could use the drink . " " Great idea ! Peter , I could use the drink . ", How about the new bar across road ? How about the new bar across road ? ," Sounds good . The food there is fantastic , too . " " Sounds good . The food there is fantastic , too . "," I agree , I had lunch there last week . " " I agree , I had lunch there last week . ", excellent ! That sounds like a plan . I was surprised to see how few people you have on-site . You provide a wide range of goods and services but have a very small workforce . ," It depends on the time of year . At peak times we hire in casual workers to help with packing and dispatch . We also contract out certain services all year round , for example , cleaning . We run a very tight operation ! " " It depends on the time of year . At peak times we hire in casual workers to help with packing and dispatch . We also contract out certain services all year round , for example , cleaning . We run a very tight operation ! ", Do you handle the recruiting yourselves ? Do you handle the recruiting yourselves ? , Sometimes we use a local employment agency . It depends on the job . "It's raining outside , Catherine , it's too bad.What ' s the weather like in your hometown ? "," It's very hot , the temperature is often over 40C . " " It's very hot , the temperature is often over 40C . ", Do you like the weather in Seattle ? Do you like the weather in Seattle ? , Not really.But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter . Not really.But I like it in spring and fall . I don't like it in winter . , Why ? Why ? ," The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day . " " The winter is very rainy , I don't like the rainy day . ", What about the weather in Boston ? What about the weather in Boston ? , I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter . I lived there for three years . I like summer but I don't like winter . , Is it very cold in winter ? Is it very cold in winter ? ," Yes , it is.But it's nice in spring and fall . " "Sometimes you look like brains , and sometimes you are simple a Barbie Doll . ", I don ’ t know whether I am a Barbie Doll or you are one . I don ’ t know whether I am a Barbie Doll or you are one . ," Maybe I am a Barbie Doll , but I won ’ t do Barbie Doll things . " " Maybe I am a Barbie Doll , but I won ’ t do Barbie Doll things . "," Well , I am not going to flog a dead horse . Let get down to our brass tasks and tidy these things up . " What do you know about our company ? ," Well , as I know this company is one of the largest and best in this field of business . It mainly produces toys for children . It employs more than 10,000 people throughout the world . The president now is Mr . Jackson . The Shanghai branch was founded five years ago with a staff of more than 2,000 . " " Well , as I know this company is one of the largest and best in this field of business . It mainly produces toys for children . It employs more than 10,000 people throughout the world . The president now is Mr . Jackson . The Shanghai branch was founded five years ago with a staff of more than 2,000 . "," Very good . If you enter this company , what department would you like to work in ? " " Very good . If you enter this company , what department would you like to work in ? ", May I work in sales department ? May I work in sales department ? ," OK . Oh , how much do you make at your current job , if you don ’ t mind my asking ? " " OK . Oh , how much do you make at your current job , if you don ’ t mind my asking ? "," I ’ m paid 2,000 yuan per month plus some allowances and bonus as that come to about 3,000 yuan a month . How much will you pay me ? " " I ’ m paid 2,000 yuan per month plus some allowances and bonus as that come to about 3,000 yuan a month . How much will you pay me ? "," Well , the starting salary for a clerk in our company is 2,500 yuan monthly and after three months he would get a raise if his work is satisfactory . " " Well , the starting salary for a clerk in our company is 2,500 yuan monthly and after three months he would get a raise if his work is satisfactory . ", Do you have any fringe benefits ? Do you have any fringe benefits ? ," Sure , we provide semi-annual bonus , a small bonus at Spring Festival , four weeks paid vacation a year . " " Sure , we provide semi-annual bonus , a small bonus at Spring Festival , four weeks paid vacation a year . ", How about insurance and full health insurance ? How about insurance and full health insurance ? , We can buy that for you . We can buy that for you . , That sounds good . are you ready for the meeting ? ," yes , come on in . how's your new job going ? " " yes , come on in . how's your new job going ? "," it's challenging , but I'm enjoying it quite a bit . " " it's challenging , but I'm enjoying it quite a bit . ", that's great . I knew you'd do a good job as a manager . that's great . I knew you'd do a good job as a manager . , thanks a lot . thanks a lot . , how's your assistant manager getting on ? how's your assistant manager getting on ? ," well , that's part of the problem . His probation period is up tomorrow and I don't think he's ready to pass . " " well , that's part of the problem . His probation period is up tomorrow and I don't think he's ready to pass . ", what seems to be the problem ? what seems to be the problem ? ," well , he was supposed to be able to learn his job in 30 days , but he just doesn't seem to know what he's doing . " " well , he was supposed to be able to learn his job in 30 days , but he just doesn't seem to know what he's doing . "," if you gave him another 30 days , do you think he could figure it out by then ? " " if you gave him another 30 days , do you think he could figure it out by then ? "," to be honest , he has no authority . He's a hard-worker , but no one listens to him . " " to be honest , he has no authority . He's a hard-worker , but no one listens to him . ", I see . Not everyone is cut out to work in management . I see . Not everyone is cut out to work in management . , I know . It'd be great if we could transfer him to a department where he doesn't have to work with people . I know . It'd be great if we could transfer him to a department where he doesn't have to work with people . , there's an opening in the creative design department . It involves working with computers . there's an opening in the creative design department . It involves working with computers . , that's perfect . I'll let him know tomorrow . Thanks ! "Can you exchange this for US dollars , please ? "," Just fill out this form , will you ? " " Just fill out this form , will you ? ", OK . Here . OK . Here . , How would you like it ? How would you like it ? ," Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please . " " Five tens , five fives and the rest in ones , please . ", Here you are . Thank you . I'm sorry . I've lost my tags and receipt . How can I do about it ? , I see . What is your baggage ? And do not remember the tag's number or color ? I see . What is your baggage ? And do not remember the tag's number or color ? , It's a suitcase . But I've forgot the exact color . Maybe it is red or something . It's a suitcase . But I've forgot the exact color . Maybe it is red or something . , Could you give me a description of your case ? Could you give me a description of your case ? ," It's like this . It's square with a leather cover . Yes , I remember , there is a green string around the handle . That's right . " " It's like this . It's square with a leather cover . Yes , I remember , there is a green string around the handle . That's right . ", I'll check it for you ... sorry to keep you waiting . I've found it.Is this yours ? I'll check it for you ... sorry to keep you waiting . I've found it.Is this yours ? ," Yes , It is the right one . " " Yes , It is the right one . "," Will you show me your key card , please ? " " Will you show me your key card , please ? ", Here it is . Here it is . , All right . Now you can take your case away . "Hello , this is ABC Corporation . May I help you ? "," Yes , I ’ m enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today ’ s newspaper . Is this position still open ? " " Yes , I ’ m enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today ’ s newspaper . Is this position still open ? "," Yes , but do you have any experiences as a sales manager ? " " Yes , but do you have any experiences as a sales manager ? "," Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university . " " Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university . ", That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ’ ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ? That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ’ ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ? ," Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 . " " Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 . ", Thank you . "It's crunch time , isn't it ? I wasn't nervous before the meeting , but now I am . ", No kidding . Time is running out . No kidding . Time is running out . , It would help to bring in a couple more troubleshooters . It would help to bring in a couple more troubleshooters . , Vince says he can't afford anybody else . We're got to come through . Vince says he can't afford anybody else . We're got to come through . , Do you think we'll make it ? Do you think we'll make it ? ," I guess we'll either make it , or we won't . " "Hi , what can I get for you ? "," Hello , may I have a double cheeseburger ? " " Hello , may I have a double cheeseburger ? ", With everything on it ? With everything on it ? , That sounds great . That sounds great . , Did you want fries with your order ? Did you want fries with your order ? , May I get a large order of curly fries ? May I get a large order of curly fries ? , Did you want something to drink ? Did you want something to drink ? , Get me a medium Pepsi . Get me a medium Pepsi . , Would you like anything else ? Would you like anything else ? ," No , thank you . That's it . " " No , thank you . That's it . "," No problem , that'll be $ 5.48 . " " No problem , that'll be $ 5.48 . ", Thanks a lot . Keep the change . Can you pick up some things from the store for me ? ," Of course , what do you need ? " " Of course , what do you need ? "," I need a few things , I'll give you the list . " " I need a few things , I'll give you the list . ", Is there something else you need that you can think of ? Is there something else you need that you can think of ? , Everything I need is on the list . Everything I need is on the list . , Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ? Do you want me to make any other stops while I'm out ? ," Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ? " " Since you asked , would you pick up my medicine from the pharmacy ? ", Is it ready to be picked up ? Is it ready to be picked up ? , I believe so . I believe so . , No problem . I'll do that for you . No problem . I'll do that for you . , I really appreciate you doing this for me . I really appreciate you doing this for me . , It's no problem at all . I find Beijing Opera is quite a bore . , Young people enjoy pop songs more . Young people enjoy pop songs more . , It's just like listening to a language which you know nothing at all . It's just like listening to a language which you know nothing at all . , But you don't have such a problem as to pop songs . Good evening . ," Good evening . My wife and I would like a room , please . Is there any room available ? We don't have a reservation . " " Good evening . My wife and I would like a room , please . Is there any room available ? We don't have a reservation . "," Let me see . Yes , we have one room left . You're lucky . It's the last one . " " Let me see . Yes , we have one room left . You're lucky . It's the last one . "," Good . We're tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room . " " Good . We're tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room . ", This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room . This room has two double beds . It's number 56 at the rear of the motel . It's quite a comfortable room . , How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning . How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight . We're going to continue our trip in the morning . , It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ? It's forty-five dollars a night for two . Is anyone else traveling with you ? ," No , it's just the two of us . " " No , it's just the two of us . ", Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ? Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ? , Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips . Credit card . We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips . , Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room.Check - out time is noon . Please fill out this registration card . Here is your key . You can park your car in front of our room.Check - out time is noon . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . ," Thank you , sir . Enjoy your stay with us . " Excuse me . May I ask you some questions ? , Sure . What do you want to know ? Sure . What do you want to know ? , Could you please tell me how many credits would be required for a bachelor's degree ? Could you please tell me how many credits would be required for a bachelor's degree ? ," Well , you have to get 166 credits , including required courses and optional courses . " " Well , you have to get 166 credits , including required courses and optional courses . ", OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ? OK . And how long does it take to get a bachelor's degree ? , It can be completed in four years normally . It can be completed in four years normally . , I see . Thank you very much . I see . Thank you very much . , You're welcome . Tomorrow's Carl's birthday ? ," Yes.Let ' s hold a birthday party for him , shall we ? " " Yes.Let ' s hold a birthday party for him , shall we ? "," Good idea ! Let's make ready , then . " We'd like to have a look around your house ? ," Yes , of course , please follow me . " " Yes , of course , please follow me . ", Thank you . Thank you . , This is our courtyard . This is our courtyard . ," It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ? " " It's so spacious , about 40 square metres , right ? "," Yes , about 46 square metres . " " Yes , about 46 square metres . ", Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ? Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch ? , Yes . Yes . , Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ? Very beautiful and very interesting . But why do you hang them in the tree ? ," They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time . " " They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them , so they hung them in the tree . Then in winter , they can peel corn ears in their leisure time . ", Very good idea . Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness . "Dad , can you buy a new camera ? My old one has gone west . ", What ? I gave it to you only 3 months ago . What ? I gave it to you only 3 months ago . ," So , you didn ’ t buy a good one for me . This time how about a better one ? " " So , you didn ’ t buy a good one for me . This time how about a better one ? "," Ok , son . I think I ’ Ve go to tell you the truth . My company has gone out and I ’ m now out of job . If you want a new camera , go and earn money yourself . " What's on Channel 12 at 8: 00 ? ," If I remember correctly , there's a quiz show . " " If I remember correctly , there's a quiz show . ", Do you want to watch it ? Do you want to watch it ? , Let's see what else is on first . Do you eat a lot of fruit and vegetables in you country ? ," Yes , we do . The most popular vegetables are potatoes , carrots , peas , and cauliflower . The most popular fruit are apples , bananas , pears , peaches , grapes , and oranges . Do you like vegetables ? " " Yes , we do . The most popular vegetables are potatoes , carrots , peas , and cauliflower . The most popular fruit are apples , bananas , pears , peaches , grapes , and oranges . Do you like vegetables ? "," I like them very much . We also eat a lot of vegetables in my country , buy we eat different kinds . " " I like them very much . We also eat a lot of vegetables in my country , buy we eat different kinds . ", Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat ? Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat ? ," We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant . " " We eat a lot of sweet corn , broccoli and eggplant . "," I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ’ s quite expensive in my country , so I don ’ t eat it often . " " I love eggplant ! Unfortunately , it ’ s quite expensive in my country , so I don ’ t eat it often . ", Why is it relatively expensive ? Why is it relatively expensive ? , Because we don ’ t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries . Because we don ’ t grow it much in my country . We import a lot from other countries . ," I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country . " " I see . We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country . We export a lot of melons , grapes , oranges and lemons . In your country , do you eat corn on the cob ? It's very popular in my country . "," We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ’ s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket . " " We eat it in my country too , but I wouldn't say it ’ s very popular . Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket . "," Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ’ s very rare in mine . " " Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country , it ’ s very rare in mine . ", A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables . Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years . I prefer to buy fresh vegetables . How much will it be all together ? ," $ 200 , please . " " $ 200 , please . ", Can I pay by check ? Can I pay by check ? ," I'm afraid you can't , ma'am . We accept only traveler's checks and credit cards . " " I'm afraid you can't , ma'am . We accept only traveler's checks and credit cards . ", OK . How about this card then ? OK . How about this card then ? , We can take it . Just a moment ... Please sign here . Have you got anything for diarrhea ? ," Yes , here you are . These tablets are very effective . " " Yes , here you are . These tablets are very effective . ", How should I take this medicine ? How should I take this medicine ? , Take two tablets every six hours . Take two tablets every six hours . , I see . I'll follow your instructions . I see . I'll follow your instructions . , And take a good rest for a few days . And take a good rest for a few days . , Thank you . Do you have a family tradition at Christmas time ? , We have so Ay ! But my favorite happens at Christmas Eve . We have so Ay ! But my favorite happens at Christmas Eve . , What is it ? What is it ? ," Well , all the brothers and sisters get together and fill the Christmas stockings for the litt 1e kids . " " Well , all the brothers and sisters get together and fill the Christmas stockings for the litt 1e kids . ", That's it ? That's the tradition ? That's it ? That's the tradition ? ," Well , in fact it's fun for us to just be together that night and do this one thing . " " Well , in fact it's fun for us to just be together that night and do this one thing . ", I guess the spirit of it is what really makes any tradition fun . I guess the spirit of it is what really makes any tradition fun . , You should be there some Christmas Eve . "Well , I ’ Ve looked over your resume , Mr . Peepers . "," Please , call me Ted . " " Please , call me Ted . "," Well , Ted , this is a very impressive resume . However , we do have several other applicants to finish interviewing before we can make a final decision . We ’ ll call you by Friday , if that ’ s all right . " " Well , Ted , this is a very impressive resume . However , we do have several other applicants to finish interviewing before we can make a final decision . We ’ ll call you by Friday , if that ’ s all right . ", That ’ s no problem . That ’ s no problem . , Do you have any other questions ? Do you have any other questions ? ," Well , what kind of salary do you provide ? " " Well , what kind of salary do you provide ? ", Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company . Salary is based on experience as well as time spent with our company . , I see . I see . , Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job . Salary can be negotiated once we officially offer you the job . , Sounds fine . Anything else ? ," Yes , one last thing . How much holiday time do you give your employees every year ? " " Yes , one last thing . How much holiday time do you give your employees every year ? "," Our employees receive fifteen days of paid vacation every year . If you don ’ t use the full fifteen days , they carry over to the following year . " " Our employees receive fifteen days of paid vacation every year . If you don ’ t use the full fifteen days , they carry over to the following year . ", How about sick days ? How about sick days ? , You get five paid sick days . You get five paid sick days . , Any other benefits ? Any other benefits ? ," Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well . " " Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well . ", Great . Thanks so much for your time . Great . Thanks so much for your time . ," We ’ ll contact you soon , Ted . Thanks for coming in . " Tell me something about your work experience . ," Well , I have been in the computer engineering field for 6 years now . I am familiar with both hardware and software and with hands-on experience in system development including system analysis and design . " " Well , I have been in the computer engineering field for 6 years now . I am familiar with both hardware and software and with hands-on experience in system development including system analysis and design . ", What systems have you worked on ? What systems have you worked on ? , I have worked on about every system that is out right now . I have worked on about every system that is out right now . , Do you feel comfortable with the new system by microcosm ? Do you feel comfortable with the new system by microcosm ? , I am not as familiar with it as I am with some of the older systems . But I am a fast learner and I can master it in a short time . I am not as familiar with it as I am with some of the older systems . But I am a fast learner and I can master it in a short time . , What do you consider your strengths ? What do you consider your strengths ? , I am knowledgeable and levelheaded . "Good morning , sir . Do you have a reservation ? ", Yes . My name is Charles . Yes . My name is Charles . , I see . We have a window table reserved for you . I see . We have a window table reserved for you . , It's very kind of you . It's very kind of you . , Would you like to order now or wait for a while ? Would you like to order now or wait for a while ? ," Bring me the menu , please . " Abby Park Hotel . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to book a room for my wife and myself . " " Yes , I would like to book a room for my wife and myself . ", Certainly sir . Could I have your arrival and departure dates ? Certainly sir . Could I have your arrival and departure dates ? , We will be arriving on Tuesday next week and staying for two days . We will be arriving on Tuesday next week and staying for two days . , We have a double room for you with a nice view of the park . Would that be OK ? We have a double room for you with a nice view of the park . Would that be OK ? ," Yes , that would be great . How much is the room ? " " Yes , that would be great . How much is the room ? "," It is ninety-five pounds per night . It is a double room with a bathroom . There is a fridge , coffee maker and a television in the room . " " It is ninety-five pounds per night . It is a double room with a bathroom . There is a fridge , coffee maker and a television in the room . ", Does the bathroom have a bath or a shower ? Does the bathroom have a bath or a shower ? , All our bathrooms have full size baths with a shower attachment . All our bathrooms have full size baths with a shower attachment . , Does the room have an Internet connection ? Does the room have an Internet connection ? ," Yes , all our rooms have complimentary wireless Internet . " " Yes , all our rooms have complimentary wireless Internet . ", Excellent . Do you serve breakfast in the hotel ? Excellent . Do you serve breakfast in the hotel ? ," Yes , breakfast is included in the price . Our guests have the choice of a full English breakfast or a continental breakfast . " " Yes , breakfast is included in the price . Our guests have the choice of a full English breakfast or a continental breakfast . ", That's great . Can I book the room ? That's great . Can I book the room ? ," Certainly , Sir . " "The client you're meeting tomorrow likes to ask a lot of questions , so you have to be well prepared . ", I see . Can I ask a favor of you ? , Sure . Sure . , Would you mail this letter for me when you go to the post office ? Would you mail this letter for me when you go to the post office ? , No problem . "I made a reservation earlier this week , but I have to cancel it . "," No problem , sir . Just tell me your name , phone number , and date of reservation . " " No problem , sir . Just tell me your name , phone number , and date of reservation . "," Great ! I'm Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , and my reservation was for April 9 to 15 . " " Great ! I'm Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , and my reservation was for April 9 to 15 . "," Okay , sir , let me hit the delete button , and your reservation will be cancelled . " " Okay , sir , let me hit the delete button , and your reservation will be cancelled . ", That was nice and fast . Thanks . That was nice and fast . Thanks . , Not at all . "Look , Mary ! There are so many people over there ! "," Oh , I remember , there is a job fair in the personnel market . " " Oh , I remember , there is a job fair in the personnel market . ", I have never been to the personnel market . I have never been to the personnel market . , Really ? I have been there several times . Really ? I have been there several times . , Are there many employers ? Are there many employers ? , Yes . The personnel market is a place specially for job-hunters and employers . Yes . The personnel market is a place specially for job-hunters and employers . ," So there will be many large companies in the personnel market , right ? " " So there will be many large companies in the personnel market , right ? "," Yes , there are many famous corporations . " " Yes , there are many famous corporations . ", When will there be a job fair ? When will there be a job fair ? , Every Saturday and Sunday Every Saturday and Sunday , Do I need to pay to go into the personnel market ? Do I need to pay to go into the personnel market ? ," No , it's free . " " No , it's free . ", How about going there to have a look now ? How about going there to have a look now ? ," OK , let's go . " "Hello , can I help you ? "," Yes , I wanna buy a skirt . " " Yes , I wanna buy a skirt . ", What color and what style do you like ? What color and what style do you like ? , I am not sure . I am not sure . ," Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there . " " Well , you can have a look at our skirts hanging there . "," Ok , thank you . " " Ok , thank you . ", You are welcome ! pompous . How may I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to reserve a table for dinner . " " Yes , I'd like to reserve a table for dinner . ", How large a group are you expecting ? How large a group are you expecting ? , Six couples . Six couples . , Would you like to reserve a private dining room ? Would you like to reserve a private dining room ? , That sounds like a good idea . That sounds like a good idea . ," All right . May I have your name , Sir ? " " All right . May I have your name , Sir ? ", My name is Ron Kollwitz . It would be nice to go to the beach sometime this weekend . , What's the weather going to be like ? I may want to go too . What's the weather going to be like ? I may want to go too . , The weather this weekend is supposed to be warm . The weather this weekend is supposed to be warm . , Will it be good beach weather ? Will it be good beach weather ? , I think it will be . I think it will be . , It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend . It wouldn't be good if it got cold this weekend . ," I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm . " " I want this trip to be perfect , I hope it stays warm . "," This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen . " " This California weather is so uncertain , it's impossible to know what'll happen . ", I know . Every day the weather seems different . I know . Every day the weather seems different . , I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable . I would love it if it wasn't always so unpredictable . , That would make it easier for us to make plans . That would make it easier for us to make plans . , I know . Things are easier when you know what the weather's going to be like . I've been waiting here in the conference room for ten minutes already . What time does our meeting start ? Where is everyone anyway ? , Didn't you hear about that ? Our meeting was proponed until Friday . Didn't you hear about that ? Our meeting was proponed until Friday . , What ? The meeting was proponed ? No one told me anything about it . What ? The meeting was proponed ? No one told me anything about it . , Didn't you get the memo ? Didn't you get the memo ? ," What memo ? There haven't been any memos this whole week . I check my unbox every day , and I haven't seen anything . " " What memo ? There haven't been any memos this whole week . I check my unbox every day , and I haven't seen anything . "," The memo went out three days ago . It should have made it to your in-box , but maybe it got lost in all the clutter on your desk . " " The memo went out three days ago . It should have made it to your in-box , but maybe it got lost in all the clutter on your desk . "," You know how things get piled up on my desk when I am busy — I know that sometimes I do misplace things , but I always read all the memos that go around . They go directly to my in-box . Are you sure it was sent to the whole office ? " " You know how things get piled up on my desk when I am busy — I know that sometimes I do misplace things , but I always read all the memos that go around . They go directly to my in-box . Are you sure it was sent to the whole office ? ", It should have gone around to everybody . They also posted a copy of the memo in the break-room . Don't you ever look at the messages posted on the bulletin board ? It should have gone around to everybody . They also posted a copy of the memo in the break-room . Don't you ever look at the messages posted on the bulletin board ? ," I'm usually too busy to take a bunch of coffee breaks and gossip by the water cooler . Anyway , I am sure the memo never got to my in-box . I'll have to talk to our secretary about it . " " I'm usually too busy to take a bunch of coffee breaks and gossip by the water cooler . Anyway , I am sure the memo never got to my in-box . I'll have to talk to our secretary about it . ", That's right . You never know what you're missing out if you don't read the memos . "Could I change these pounds for dollars , please ? ", Do you want small bills or large ? Do you want small bills or large ? , It doesn't matter . It doesn't matter . , Do you want anything else ? Do you want anything else ? ," Yes , I'd like to know the exchange rate for yen . " "Watch out , Patrick ! "," Whew ! Thanks , Karen . That car almost hit me . " I like chess better than xiangqi . And you ? ," For my part , xiangqi . Maybe it's because my girlfriend is Chinese . " " For my part , xiangqi . Maybe it's because my girlfriend is Chinese . "," I think chess is more reasonable . You see , each side has eight pawns , a larger number than that of the soldiers in xiangqi . A true battle should be like that . Soldiers should outnumber the commanders . " " I think chess is more reasonable . You see , each side has eight pawns , a larger number than that of the soldiers in xiangqi . A true battle should be like that . Soldiers should outnumber the commanders . "," Quite right . And unlike the soldiers in xiangqi , the pawns in chess can promote once they reach the furthest rank . It is very agreeable to grant merits to people with good performance . " " Quite right . And unlike the soldiers in xiangqi , the pawns in chess can promote once they reach the furthest rank . It is very agreeable to grant merits to people with good performance . "," Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable . " " Correct ! Another contrast is the rules for the general and the king . It seems the general or marshal in xiangqi is much too incompetent . They are required to stay in the palace , waiting to be checked and fleeing for life under the cover of the guards . Look at the king in chess , he is much more capable . "," Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China . " " Yeah , and though the king in chess doesn't have bodyguards , he has a queen who is the most powerful piece . I think this demonstrates the relatively higher social status of aristocratic women in medieval Europe than in China . "," There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess . " " There's another distinctive contrast . Both board games use a total of 32 pieces , but xiangqi is played on a 9 - by - 9 board , bigger than the 8 - by - 8 board used in chess . "," You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ? " " You mean , xiangqi pieces are allowed a larger space in which to move around ? "," Sure . On a chessboard , fire is much more intensive . It has a smaller board , while those bigger pieces-chariots , horses and bishops-can cover longer distances . " Would you please make a skirt for me with this material please ? , What kind of style do you want ? What kind of style do you want ? , I like miniskirt . I like miniskirt . , Now let me take your measurements . Now let me take your measurements . , When can I get it ? When can I get it ? , Three days later . Three days later . ," Thank you , see you then . " " Thank you , see you then . ", Bye-bye . Room service.What can I do for you ? , This is room 504.The room is so cold . This is room 504.The room is so cold . , Have you turned on the air-conditioner ? Have you turned on the air-conditioner ? , Yes.of course . I turned it on half an hour ago . I don't think it work at all . Yes.of course . I turned it on half an hour ago . I don't think it work at all . ," I am sorry , sir.We will send our staff right now . " I think I'm going to go to the market today . , Do we need food ? Do we need food ? ," Yeah , I think so . " " Yeah , I think so . ", What are you going to get ? What are you going to get ? , I'm not sure what we need . I'm not sure what we need . , Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator . Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator . ," Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ? " " Could you do it for me , and write out a list of things that we need ? ", Just get the basics . Just get the basics . , Like what ? Like what ? ," You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread . " " You know . Get some eggs , milk , and bread . "," Just go and make a list for me , please . " " Just go and make a list for me , please . "," Fine , I'll go do that for you . " The question is easy for everybody.Don ' t you think so ? ," Yeah , it's very easy . But it's above Nick's head " " Yeah , it's very easy . But it's above Nick's head ", Why do you say so ? Why do you say so ? , He's always confused by easy questions . "Let's invite Bobbie and John to our party , OK ? ", You can never do that . You can never do that . , Why ? Why ? , There's been bad blood between them since Bobbie took away John's girlfriend . "Welcome back racing fans ! My name is Rick Fields and , as always , I am joined by my partner in crime , Bob Copeland . "," We ’ re in the last stretch of this very exciting race , and Kimmi Rikknen is leading the pack with only four laps to go ! They are heading to turn three and Lewis Hamilton tries to pass Rikknen ! It ’ s a close one and , oh no ! Hamilton hits the wall ! " " We ’ re in the last stretch of this very exciting race , and Kimmi Rikknen is leading the pack with only four laps to go ! They are heading to turn three and Lewis Hamilton tries to pass Rikknen ! It ’ s a close one and , oh no ! Hamilton hits the wall ! "," He came in too fast , jammed on the breaks and spun out . We have a yellow flag and the pace car is making its way onto the track . " " He came in too fast , jammed on the breaks and spun out . We have a yellow flag and the pace car is making its way onto the track . ", The cleanup crew is towing the heavily damaged car and the green flag drops ! Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps to go ! The cleanup crew is towing the heavily damaged car and the green flag drops ! Rikknen is still in the lead with only two laps to go ! ," Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead ! " " Smoke is coming out of his car ! He seems to be having engine trouble ! He makes his way into the pit , and Fernando Alonso takes the lead ! "," How unlucky for Rikknen , and this race is over ladies and gentlemen , Alonso takes the checkered flag ! " What day is today ? , Today is Thursday . Today is Thursday . , What's the date today ? What's the date today ? ," Today is May first , 2003 . " " Today is May first , 2003 . "," Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ? " " Oh , today's International Labour Day . Is it our working day ? "," Well , I don't think so . " Hello . This is the front desk . What can I do for you ? ," Hi . I ’ m calling from Room 209 . I couldn ’ t find the TV Guide . Can you send me one , please ? " " Hi . I ’ m calling from Room 209 . I couldn ’ t find the TV Guide . Can you send me one , please ? ", Sure . Anything else ? Sure . Anything else ? , Yes . There is one more thing . Yes . There is one more thing . ," Go ahead , please . " " Go ahead , please . ", The mini bar door was open when I checked in . I didn ’ t use it . Could you send someone to check it out ? The mini bar door was open when I checked in . I didn ’ t use it . Could you send someone to check it out ? , We ’ ll send someone right up . But don ’ t worry about that . Maybe the service person forgot to do it . We ’ ll send someone right up . But don ’ t worry about that . Maybe the service person forgot to do it . , Thanks . Did you go and buy your bus pass ? ," No , I didn't . " " No , I didn't . ", When are you going to go get it ? When are you going to go get it ? , I'm not sure where they sell bus passes at . I'm not sure where they sell bus passes at . , Why didn't you just ask me ? Why didn't you just ask me ? , Where should I go ? Where should I go ? , You can get one from student services . You can get one from student services . , I had no clue that I could get it there . I had no clue that I could get it there . , I already knew that . I already knew that . , Thanks for letting me know . Thanks for letting me know . , You're welcome . You're welcome . , I'm going to go and get it right now . "Hey , Jeff , where's your stereo ? "," I needed some money , so I hocked it last week . " " I needed some money , so I hocked it last week . ", You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that . You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that . , I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday . Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195.00 . I hit the ceiling when I saw that . I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday . Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195.00 . I hit the ceiling when I saw that . , It sounds like you weren't expecting that . It sounds like you weren't expecting that . , I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away . I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend . He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away . ," Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some . " " Well , if you need some money to tide you over until payday , I can loan you some . "," Thanks , but tomorrow's payday I can make until then . Thanks any-way . " Excuse me . My name is Dan Ford . I have an appointment with the dentist at 3:30 . ," Yes , Mr . Ford . The dentist will be ready to see you in a minute . Have a seat . " " Yes , Mr . Ford . The dentist will be ready to see you in a minute . Have a seat . ", Thank you . "Mr . Smith , do you like the hotel we booked ? "," Yes , we do . We like it very much . " " Yes , we do . We like it very much . ", I've come to make sure that your stay in Beijing is a pleasant one . I've come to make sure that your stay in Beijing is a pleasant one . , Thank you so much . The plumbing in my new apartment is not working . , I need you to tell me what the problem is . I need you to tell me what the problem is . , The bathroom sink is stopped up . The bathroom sink is stopped up . ," Is the kitchen plumbing messed up also , or just the bathroom plumbing ? " " Is the kitchen plumbing messed up also , or just the bathroom plumbing ? ", Just the bathroom plumbing seems to have a problem . Just the bathroom plumbing seems to have a problem . ," Did this just start happening , or has it been going on for a while ? " " Did this just start happening , or has it been going on for a while ? ", Everything worked beautifully until a few hours ago . Everything worked beautifully until a few hours ago . , Are you going to be home so I can come by and take a look at the problem ? Are you going to be home so I can come by and take a look at the problem ? , I am not sure if I will be home later . I am not sure if I will be home later . ," I will be coming by around 10 this morning . If you aren ’ t there , I ’ ll just use my key . " "Steven , why are you so depressed ? ", I'm feeling very sad . I just read the newspaper . I'm feeling very sad . I just read the newspaper . , What's the news ? What's the news ? ," According to the newspaper , the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake . " " According to the newspaper , the town was razed by an earthquake and more than 10 thousand people died in the earthquake . ", It's horrible . It's horrible . ," Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area . " " Yeah , we have to do something to help the people in the stricken area . ", Yes . How about donating some money ? Yes . How about donating some money ? , It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ? It's a good idea . But where can we donate money ? , Just find the answer through Internet . Just find the answer through Internet . ," Yes , let's do it now . " "Mark , can you dress the twins for me while I take a shower ? ", You don't know what you are asking ! You don't know what you are asking ! , Please ! You can do it . Their clothes are all laid out on the bed . Please ! You can do it . Their clothes are all laid out on the bed . , Remember what happened last time ? Remember what happened last time ? , Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ? Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg ? , Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us . Yes . That was a bit terrifying for both of us . , Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses ! Don't worry ! Today they are wearing dresses ! ," Oh , in that case , sure ! Uh ... what are these long sock-looking things ? " So how long have you know Jack ? , We go way back.We ' Ve known each other since we were toddlers . We go way back.We ' Ve known each other since we were toddlers . , Really ? You guys must be really tight . Really ? You guys must be really tight . ," Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still . " " Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still . "," He seems sincere , and trustworthy . " " He seems sincere , and trustworthy . "," Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times . " " Well , he is , but he can be conniving at times . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back.But I've seen him double cross other people . " " Well , I know that he would never stab me in the back.But I've seen him double cross other people . "," Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that . " " Oh , my ! Really ? I never thought he would be like that . "," Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time . " " Don't get me wrong , I'm not saying he's like that all the time . "," So , can I trust him or what ? " " So , can I trust him or what ? "," Well , I think you should decide for yourself . " " Well , I think you should decide for yourself . ", But I need someone that I can count on for this job . But I need someone that I can count on for this job . ," Okay , Okay.You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time . " " Okay , Okay.You can trust him . I was just trying to give you a hard time . ", Come on you're confusing me.Give it to me straight . Come on you're confusing me.Give it to me straight . ," Actually , he's the most dependable person I know , and he would never turn on anyone . " What do you do ? ," I'm an apprentice with a local engineering firm . My training lasts for two years . Two days a week I study Engineering at a local college . If I pass all my exams , I hope the company will take me on as an engineer . " "Good morning , sir ! Please know some about our latest products . ", These are your products ? These are your products ? , They are our products . Please come in and have a look . This is the catalogue for our products . They are our products . Please come in and have a look . This is the catalogue for our products . , May I have your name card ? I am always concerned about the newest computer . May I have your name card ? I am always concerned about the newest computer . ," Of course , here you are . " " Of course , here you are . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Would you sit down and write down your name and address here ? Would you sit down and write down your name and address here ? , OK ! Would you like to recommend some for our reference ? OK ! Would you like to recommend some for our reference ? ," This is the latest design for our products . The design of I-series keeps the fashion in a close way . The sales volume of the new product is about 50,000 per month . And we received many orders from many clothes companies . New functions and attractive outlook are the key points for our products . " Let me take care of the check today . , Why ? It's unfair . How about going dutch ? Why ? It's unfair . How about going dutch ? ," You paid the last time , because I didn't have any money , remember ? " " You paid the last time , because I didn't have any money , remember ? "," Oh , come on , I almost forgot . Don't worry about it . I didn't mind picking up the tab last time . " " Oh , come on , I almost forgot . Don't worry about it . I didn't mind picking up the tab last time . "," But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't . " " But you really should let me treat one time , I feel like I own you one if I didn't . "," Ok , but it's only for this time . " " Ok , but it's only for this time . ", What's the damage ? What's the damage ? ," It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % . " " It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together . But don't forget the tip , it usually 15 % . "," Check , please . " I need some flowers for my girlfriend . , No problem . Would you like some artificial carnations ? No problem . Would you like some artificial carnations ? ," Oh , no . Carnations are not very elegant.Artificial flowers have no passion . " " Oh , no . Carnations are not very elegant.Artificial flowers have no passion . ", How much did you want to spend ? How much did you want to spend ? , Money is no object . Money is no object . , Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily . Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily . , I will take ten . I will take ten . , Do you want to add some baby ’ s breath for that ? They are equally popular now . Do you want to add some baby ’ s breath for that ? They are equally popular now . , Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ? Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ? ," Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge . " " Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge . ", That's ok . Here is the address . I am fed up the ready-made suit . Can you recommend me some stuff for me to make one ? , Sure . How about the tweed ? Sure . How about the tweed ? , It feels good . "Hello , I bought the pendant in your shop , just before . ", Yes.Thank you very much . Yes.Thank you very much . ," Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend , the pendant is broken , I'm afraid . " " Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend , the pendant is broken , I'm afraid . "," Oh , is it ? " " Oh , is it ? ", Would you change it to a new one ? Would you change it to a new one ? ," Yes , certainly.You have the receipt ? " " Yes , certainly.You have the receipt ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it . Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock ? We will replace it . , Thank you so much . "What are our areas for growth ? What sectors do you see the most potential in ? If we are going to pull our sales numbers up and develop the brand , we got to work across the board . "," It's not just spreading out to new markets that we have to address . I think we'd better first pay attention to developing our brand in the markets we already have.We ' Ve reached the awareness level , but we haven't established customer loyalty . People know who we are , but they still don't trust in our brand . " " It's not just spreading out to new markets that we have to address . I think we'd better first pay attention to developing our brand in the markets we already have.We ' Ve reached the awareness level , but we haven't established customer loyalty . People know who we are , but they still don't trust in our brand . ", I don't see why we can't work on opening new markets and developing the markets we've already penetrated at the same time ... Both aspects of developing our customer base and developing our brand are important . Have you ever done your shopping at Whole Foods market ? , I haven't shopped there . How is the food ? I haven't shopped there . How is the food ? , The food there is wonderful . The food there is wonderful . , I go to Sons for my groceries . I go to Sons for my groceries . , I prefer the food at Whole Foods . I prefer the food at Whole Foods . , Is there something wrong with Sons ? Is there something wrong with Sons ? , Sons doesn't offer a lot of organic foods . Sons doesn't offer a lot of organic foods . , Do they offer organic foods at Whole Foods ? Do they offer organic foods at Whole Foods ? ," Yes , that's the place to go to get healthier food . " " Yes , that's the place to go to get healthier food . ", Maybe I'll try that store out . Maybe I'll try that store out . ," If you like Sons , then I'm sure you'll love Whole Foods . " " If you like Sons , then I'm sure you'll love Whole Foods . ", You're making me a believer . "Hi , Mr . Smith . I ’ m Dr . Hawkins . Why are you here today ? ", I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up . I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up . ," Yes , well you haven ’ t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year . " " Yes , well you haven ’ t had one for ... five years . You should have one every year . "," I know . I figure as long as there ’ s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ? " " I know . I figure as long as there ’ s nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ? "," Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good . " " Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So , try to come at least once a year for your own good . ", O . K . O . K . ," Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ? " " Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ? ", Yes . Yes . ," Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit . " " Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit . "," I ’ Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ’ t seem to kick the habit . " " I ’ Ve tried a hundred times , but I just can ’ t seem to kick the habit . "," Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ’ ll give you more information before you leave . " " Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I ’ ll give you more information before you leave . "," O . K . , thanks , doctor . " I ’ d like to post this letter to Korea . , Is it urgent ? Would you like the express service ? Is it urgent ? Would you like the express service ? , No thank you . I ’ d like to send it just by normal post . Hi ! May I help you ? , Thank you ! I am interested in your product . But I am not familiar with your corporation . Thank you ! I am interested in your product . But I am not familiar with your corporation . ," In fact , in the past we only attended local exhibitions . " " In fact , in the past we only attended local exhibitions . ", No wonder . No wonder . , Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company . Here is our brochure . It'll help you get acquainted with our products and company . , Thank you ! Hello ! This is Air China Booking Office . , Hello ! I'd like to reconfirm my flight reservation . Hello ! I'd like to reconfirm my flight reservation . ," May I know your flight number , please ? " " May I know your flight number , please ? "," It's flight CA169 , which leaves Beijing at 8: 00 a . m . on January 20th . " " It's flight CA169 , which leaves Beijing at 8: 00 a . m . on January 20th . "," Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ? " " Oh , yes . That's our regular flight to Nanchang . Would you please tell me your name ? ", My name is Deng Li . My name is Deng Li . ," Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ? " " Yes , here you are . You're flying in economy class . Is that right ? "," Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket . " " Oh , no . I'm sure I made a reservation for a first-class ticket . "," Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm . " " Let me check . Now , your ticket is in order . Thank you for calling to reconfirm . ", That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it . That's what I should do . And I don't want to lose it . ," Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible . " " Quite right . If you don't confirm , the reservation will be cancelled 72 hours before the departure time . In order not to miss your flight , I think you should pick up your ticket as early as possible . ", OK ! I shall . "Well , your qualifications for the job are excellent . And is there anything you'd like to ask about the job ? "," Yes , I'd like to know if the company provides opportunities for further education . " " Yes , I'd like to know if the company provides opportunities for further education . "," Yes , our employees are allowed to take up 2 days a month to attend college courses . " " Yes , our employees are allowed to take up 2 days a month to attend college courses . ", That's very generous . That's very generous . , I've enjoyed the conversation with you . We'll call you within 5 working days . I've enjoyed the conversation with you . We'll call you within 5 working days . , Thank you . I appreciate the time you've given to me . "Excuse me.Have you got any books on genetic engineering ? I've looked for them everywhere , but I can't find any . "," I'm not sure if we've got any now.Books of that kind are on this shelf.Well , I'm afraid we've sold out . " " I'm not sure if we've got any now.Books of that kind are on this shelf.Well , I'm afraid we've sold out . ", What a pity ! I should have come earlier . What a pity ! I should have come earlier . , Come some time next week if you like . I think we'll have got some by them . Come some time next week if you like . I think we'll have got some by them . ," Ok , I will . " "That's unfair , Mom . ", What's up ? Honey ! What's up ? Honey ! ," Dad is bigger than you , but how come I'm smaller than May . " " Dad is bigger than you , but how come I'm smaller than May . "," Honey , it doesn't matter . The key to play volleyball is to cooperate with each other . " " Honey , it doesn't matter . The key to play volleyball is to cooperate with each other . ", What should I do ? What should I do ? , You go figure it out yourself . You go figure it out yourself . ," Got it , Mom . " " Got it , Mom . "," OK , Ben and May , here we go . Be careful , Danny , the ball is coming . That is the green one . " " OK , Ben and May , here we go . Be careful , Danny , the ball is coming . That is the green one . "," Mom , don't worry about me , I can do it . " " Mom , don't worry about me , I can do it . "," Danny , back to your position . Move ! " " Danny , back to your position . Move ! "," OK . Bingo ! We win . Give me five , Mom . " Would you mind if I ask your health status ? , I just had a complete physical examination and passed with flying colors . I just had a complete physical examination and passed with flying colors . , That is good . We hope each of our future employees will be healthy and happy . That is good . We hope each of our future employees will be healthy and happy . , I understand that . "Francis , what ’ s that ? "," Well , that is the chart showing our company ’ s organizational structure . " " Well , that is the chart showing our company ’ s organizational structure . ", Could you tell me something about it ? Could you tell me something about it ? ," Ok . On the top , Mr . Thomas , the managing director , is responsible for running the company . " " Ok . On the top , Mr . Thomas , the managing director , is responsible for running the company . ", How many departments do we have ? How many departments do we have ? ," Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch . " " Four . They are production department , finance department , sales and marketing department and HR department . I directly report to Mr . White . He is on a business trip and is suppose to be back this morning . Probably you will be meeting him at lunch . ", Ok . Who should I report to ? Ok . Who should I report to ? ," Mr . White , too . " Could you tell me your education background ? , Sure . Where shall I begin ? Sure . Where shall I begin ? , Where did you go to university ? Where did you go to university ? ," I went to the university of Ohio , in America . " " I went to the university of Ohio , in America . ", What degree did you get ? What degree did you get ? , I got a bachelor ’ s degree . I got a bachelor ’ s degree . , What was your major ? What was your major ? , I majored in English and minored in Chinese . I majored in English and minored in Chinese . , What was you G . P . A ? What was you G . P . A ? , I graduated with honors . I had a 3.9 . I graduated with honors . I had a 3.9 . , Do you plan to pursue further education ? Do you plan to pursue further education ? , Yes . I ’ d like to obtain a master ’ s degree in international relations . Yes . I ’ d like to obtain a master ’ s degree in international relations . , When do you think you will do that ? When do you think you will do that ? , After I have 3-4 years of work experience . After I have 3-4 years of work experience . , I see . Reservations . Can I help you ? ," I'd like to book a room , please . " " I'd like to book a room , please . "," How long will you be staying , sir ? " " How long will you be staying , sir ? "," Four nights , from October 15th . " " Four nights , from October 15th . ", What kind of room do you want ? What kind of room do you want ? ," A single room with a bath , if possible . " " A single room with a bath , if possible . "," A single room with a front view is 100 dollars per night , one with a rear is 80 dollars . " " A single room with a front view is 100 dollars per night , one with a rear is 80 dollars . ", I'll take a front one.My name is John Brown . J-O-H-N B-R-O-W-N . "Linda , would you care for some candies or cookies ? "," No , don't try to tempt me . I'm becoming chubby , and I have to slender down . " " No , don't try to tempt me . I'm becoming chubby , and I have to slender down . ", You are not really chubby . You are actually thin enough . You are not really chubby . You are actually thin enough . , I don't think so . I know I've put on weight this winter . I don't think so . I know I've put on weight this winter . ," So you are watching your weight , aren't you ? " " So you are watching your weight , aren't you ? "," Yes , to tell you the truth . I am on the diet . " Good morning . Do I need an appointment ? ," No , ma'am , there's only one person ahead of you . You won't have to wait long . " " No , ma'am , there's only one person ahead of you . You won't have to wait long . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," All right , madam , it's your turn . What will it be today ? " " All right , madam , it's your turn . What will it be today ? "," I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ? " " I've been wearing my hair long for years , but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style . What do you suggest for a woman like me , that is , with hair like mine ? "," Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable . " " Come here , please . We'd like to wash your hair first . That way it will be easier to cut and style . I think you'll like this style . It's very fashionable . ", I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing . I hope so . I'm really tired of this old-fashioned style that I've been wearing . , Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ? Would you like me to blow-dry your hair ? ," Yes , if you think it will help . " " Yes , if you think it will help . ", What do you think of it ? What do you think of it ? , It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ? It's great ! Will it be hard to care for ? ," Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ? " " Not at all . When you wash it , it will fall into place naturally . You'll probably need another cut in about a month . Shall I make an appointment for you ? ", By all means . Do you mind if I smoke here ? ," Yes , I do . I ’ d prefer you didn ’ t . The AC ( air-conditioning ) is also on . " " Yes , I do . I ’ d prefer you didn ’ t . The AC ( air-conditioning ) is also on . ", Can I just turn off the AC for now and open the window and smoke indoors ? Can I just turn off the AC for now and open the window and smoke indoors ? , That ’ s not a very good idea . It ’ s quite hot outside . Why don ’ t you smoke outside ? That ’ s not a very good idea . It ’ s quite hot outside . Why don ’ t you smoke outside ? , It ’ s very hot and that ’ s why I ’ d like to smoke inside . It ’ s very hot and that ’ s why I ’ d like to smoke inside . , Though the AC has the air-purifying function . I ’ d still rather have fresh air than smoke . Are you okay with that ? Though the AC has the air-purifying function . I ’ d still rather have fresh air than smoke . Are you okay with that ? ," Oh , no problem . " May I fix an appointment with Dr.Cui ? , Sure . Sure . , When will it be convenient for her ? When will it be convenient for her ? ," Any time is all right , except Sunday . " " Any time is all right , except Sunday . ", How about ten o'clock tomorrow ? How about ten o'clock tomorrow ? , OK . I'll tell her . "Ok , I ’ Ve got an up-to-day map . Let ’ s check the route from here to the airport . "," Where are we ? Oh , here we are . So we drive to the A120 and turn left . " " Where are we ? Oh , here we are . So we drive to the A120 and turn left . "," No , we turn right . Remember that we are coming from this direction . " " No , we turn right . Remember that we are coming from this direction . ", Oh yes ! Sorry ! Then we drive to the M11 motorway . Oh yes ! Sorry ! Then we drive to the M11 motorway . , How far is that ? How far is that ? , It ’ s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south . It ’ s only seven miles . We turn left to join the motorway and drive south . ," According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ’ s the motorway that goes around the edge of London . " " According to the map , we get off the M11 at the second junction and join the M25 . That ’ s the motorway that goes around the edge of London . "," That ’ s another 15 miles , so that ’ s 22 miles total so far . " " That ’ s another 15 miles , so that ’ s 22 miles total so far . ", Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction ! Then we drive west on the M25 . we must be careful to turn in the right direction ! ," Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 . " " Then we drive on the M25 . it turns south . When we reach exit 15 , we turn left and go west along the M4 . ", Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ’ s the total distance ? Then we take the first Heathrow Airport . What ’ s the total distance ? , The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ? The journey around the M25 is 33 miles and then 3 extra miles to get to the airport . So how many miles is that together ? ," 22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ’ s a total of 58 miles , isn ’ t it ? " " 22 miles to the M25 , 33 miles on the M25 , and 3 after that . That ’ s a total of 58 miles , isn ’ t it ? ", It shouldn ’ t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way . It shouldn ’ t take us very long to cover that distance . Remember that we can go quite fast on the motor way . , We can only go fast on the motor ways if there isn ’ t much traffic . I think we should allow ourselves plenty of time to get there . Being early is much better than being late . "How far is this address from here , please ? "," Let me see . Go straight on , then take the first turning on the left . " " Let me see . Go straight on , then take the first turning on the left . ", So how long does it take ? So how long does it take ? , Twenty minutes ’ walk at most . "hi , how are you doing ? ", everything's great . And you ? everything's great . And you ? , same here . Have you seen any new films recently ? same here . Have you seen any new films recently ? ," no , I haven't had a chance to . But I've been watching a Chinese TV series called Chinese-Style Divorce . " " no , I haven't had a chance to . But I've been watching a Chinese TV series called Chinese-Style Divorce . "," oh , really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking . " " oh , really ? I saw it two years ago . It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking . ", yeah . I found it is so close to our life . yeah . I found it is so close to our life . , it reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world . it reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world . ," you said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent years . " " you said it . You know , the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent years . "," well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend end quickly too . " " well , it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend end quickly too . ", I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married . I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married . ," oh , that's too short-lived . " " oh , that's too short-lived . ", that's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s generation . that's true . It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s generation . , I can't agree more . The only-child generation in China tends to know little about marriage . I can't agree more . The only-child generation in China tends to know little about marriage . , definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously . definitely . They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously . ," in their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone . " " in their mind , love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone . "," I think , as the saying goes as the saying goes haste makes waste , it is the same thing with marriage . " "Foreign Currency Deposits Counter , yes . What can I do for you ? "," You see , I have these Euros , and of course they are of no use to me at the moment . So I'd like to save them in my account , but I'm not sure how to go about it . " " You see , I have these Euros , and of course they are of no use to me at the moment . So I'd like to save them in my account , but I'm not sure how to go about it . "," OK . We offer 2 types of saving systems , Time Savings and Demand Savings . With Time Savings your money cannot be withdrawn for a certain period of time , but with Demand Savings your money is ' on demand ' , you can withdraw at any time . " " OK . We offer 2 types of saving systems , Time Savings and Demand Savings . With Time Savings your money cannot be withdrawn for a certain period of time , but with Demand Savings your money is ' on demand ' , you can withdraw at any time . ", I see . What's the interest like on those ? I see . What's the interest like on those ? ," There's quite a large difference . I mean , if you were to use demand deposit we could give you 0.13 % interest , but for a time deposit , of say , 1 year we would offer 0.82 % . " " There's quite a large difference . I mean , if you were to use demand deposit we could give you 0.13 % interest , but for a time deposit , of say , 1 year we would offer 0.82 % . "," Yes , I couldn't agree with you more . A 1 year time deposit it is ! " Hi . Can I help you ? ," No , thanks . I ’ m just looking around . " " No , thanks . I ’ m just looking around . ", Okay . Please let me know if you need any help . Okay . Please let me know if you need any help . , Thanks a lot . Here is the song list . , Do you have any English songs ? Do you have any English songs ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," Let me have a look . Everything I do I do it for you 、 Unchained melody 、 My heart will go on . Oh , and I ’ d like to try Everything I do I do it for you . " " Let me have a look . Everything I do I do it for you 、 Unchained melody 、 My heart will go on . Oh , and I ’ d like to try Everything I do I do it for you . ", Let me play it for you . Let me play it for you . , Is it easy to locate it ? Is it easy to locate it ? , It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well . It's very easy . Here it is . Ready ? Excellent ! You are a good singer . You sing the bass so well . , I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn . I used to be a better singer . I haven't sung in the Karaoke for a long time . It's your turn . ," I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English . " " I'll sing a Chinese folk song Love song of Hanging , first in Chinese then in English . ", That's really my pleasure to listen to a Chinese song . What do you think of the play showed last night ? , I think there's too much violence and it did no good to my little boy . I think there's too much violence and it did no good to my little boy . ," Yes , I turned it off when the fight got heated in it . " " Yes , I turned it off when the fight got heated in it . ", It's really hard to avoid such bad influence anyway . I have a package to post today . ," Yes , what's in the package , madam ? " " Yes , what's in the package , madam ? "," Well , it has a cassette record ... a cassette tape . " " Well , it has a cassette record ... a cassette tape . ", How would you like to send it ? How would you like to send it ? , By airmail please . By airmail please . , Do you want to insure it ? Do you want to insure it ? ," Yes , I'd like to insure it for 20 dollars . How much shall I pay altogether ? " " Yes , I'd like to insure it for 20 dollars . How much shall I pay altogether ? ", 3 dollars . How do you like it ? , It's quite good . I will take it . It's quite good . I will take it . , Sure . We can deliver it to your home . Sure . We can deliver it to your home . , Well . I am a traveler from China . Would you please mail to China ? Well . I am a traveler from China . Would you please mail to China ? , Of course . You have to fill out the form first . "Verry sorry to have kept you waiting so long . What do you want , Madam ? ", I want haircut and perm . I want haircut and perm . , How long would you like your haircut today ? How long would you like your haircut today ? , Just cut a little off . Just cut a little off . ," You wanna tight , medium or naturally curly perm ? " " You wanna tight , medium or naturally curly perm ? ", I'd like to have medium . I'd like to have medium . , How about you hair style ? How about you hair style ? , Can you tell me my choices ? Can you tell me my choices ? ," Well , with perm we can do very kinds patterns such as bob , chocolate hairstyle or bang.Which do you prefer ? " " Well , with perm we can do very kinds patterns such as bob , chocolate hairstyle or bang.Which do you prefer ? ", I want the chocolate one . I want to have it the big waves . I want the chocolate one . I want to have it the big waves . , It looks wonderful . It looks wonderful . , Turn the chair I can see myself in the mirror . Turn the chair I can see myself in the mirror . , What do you think of it ? What do you think of it ? ," Beautifully done , many thanks . " "Liu , two days later , you will be in England . Don't you feel excited ? "," Yes , of course . I can't wait to be there . " " Yes , of course . I can't wait to be there . ", Have you got everything ready ? Have you got everything ready ? ," I think so . I won't forget anything important . As long as I have my passport , VISA card and airline ticket . It will be OK . " " I think so . I won't forget anything important . As long as I have my passport , VISA card and airline ticket . It will be OK . "," By the way , have you double checked your flight time ? " " By the way , have you double checked your flight time ? ", More than 100 times . The flight takes off at 12:00 . This is the schedule for the project . Any comments or questions ? , I think we'll need more time than the schedule gives us . I think we'll need more time than the schedule gives us . , Don't worry . These dates are only targets . How have you been ? ," Fine , thanks . How about you ? " "Excuse me , could you tell me whether there is a restaurant near here ? "," Yes , there is one at Sanyuan Bridge . It is a famous restaurant in the city . " " Yes , there is one at Sanyuan Bridge . It is a famous restaurant in the city . ", I'm afraid there must be a lot of people there . I'm afraid there must be a lot of people there . , I think so . I think you'd better make a phone call to see whether there is a table available . I think so . I think you'd better make a phone call to see whether there is a table available . , But we don't know the telephone number . But we don't know the telephone number . , Here is a tourist guidebook . You can look it up in the book . Here is a tourist guidebook . You can look it up in the book . , You are so kind ! Thank you very much . You are so kind ! Thank you very much . , It's a pleasure . "May I have a look at that vase , please ? ", Of course . It's the best one I have here---and it's only 300 yuan . Of course . It's the best one I have here---and it's only 300 yuan . ," Oh , it's really nice , but to tell the truth , that's far too expensive . " " Oh , it's really nice , but to tell the truth , that's far too expensive . ", Really ? Even for such an excellent one ? Aren ’ t you interested in watching the Olympics ? There have been some excellent performances by athletes from all over the world . , I just don ’ t find it very interesting . I just don ’ t find it very interesting . , I think it ’ s wonderful to see people from all over the world taking part in such a great event . I think it ’ s wonderful to see people from all over the world taking part in such a great event . ," I think that for a lot of people , it ’ s just a way to try and show their country is better than other countries . " " I think that for a lot of people , it ’ s just a way to try and show their country is better than other countries . ", I think the Olympics help to promote world peace . I think the Olympics help to promote world peace . ," I ’ m not sure about that . We still have many wars in the world . I think that the idea behind the Olympics is a good one , but the reality is that during the Olympics countries compete . There ’ s no real spirit of cooperation and people are usually not very friendly to each other . " " I ’ m not sure about that . We still have many wars in the world . I think that the idea behind the Olympics is a good one , but the reality is that during the Olympics countries compete . There ’ s no real spirit of cooperation and people are usually not very friendly to each other . "," You are so pessimistic ! The Olympics is a great opportunity for athletes to demonstrate their speed , skill , agility and strength . Most people hope to see someone from their country win , but I think that they are just happy to see good performances by any athlete . " " You are so pessimistic ! The Olympics is a great opportunity for athletes to demonstrate their speed , skill , agility and strength . Most people hope to see someone from their country win , but I think that they are just happy to see good performances by any athlete . ", Well . I think that the most amazing performances are by athletes who participate in the Paralympics . Well . I think that the most amazing performances are by athletes who participate in the Paralympics . , Now there we are in agreement ! Excuse me . Are you Mr . Smith ? ," No , I'm not . " " No , I'm not . "," Oh , I'm so sorry . " " Oh , I'm so sorry . ", That ’ s all right . Hello . What can we do for you ? ," Hello , I'm here to talk to someone about a Fixed Asset Loan . " " Hello , I'm here to talk to someone about a Fixed Asset Loan . "," Certainly . That shouldn't be a problem . Tell me , do you have a Basic Account with us ? " " Certainly . That shouldn't be a problem . Tell me , do you have a Basic Account with us ? ", Yes . I also have a Loan Certificate . Yes . I also have a Loan Certificate . ," Oh , that's good . We will come to our final decision based on your credit rating , the payment capability ... " " Oh , that's good . We will come to our final decision based on your credit rating , the payment capability ... "," Well , we have no problems with our credit rating , I can assure you . " I'd like to extend my visa for another two years . , Are you on a tourist visa or a student visa ? Are you on a tourist visa or a student visa ? , Student visa . Student visa . , What is the reason for extension ? What is the reason for extension ? , I'll go into a practical training as soon as I receive my Master ’ s degree from the University of Pennsylvania early next month . I'll go into a practical training as soon as I receive my Master ’ s degree from the University of Pennsylvania early next month . , We ’ ll need a letter from your university and a financial statement from you . "OK , folks , let's get to work . We need to come up with some ideas for the new essentials perfume campaign . This is a really big contract and we are under a lot of pressure here to impress the client . "," Well , Let's get down to business ( shall we ? ) Now is probably a good time to start our discussion , the main purpose of this meeting is to talk about the benefits and disadvantages of our new project . " " Well , Let's get down to business ( shall we ? ) Now is probably a good time to start our discussion , the main purpose of this meeting is to talk about the benefits and disadvantages of our new project . "," The reason I have called this meeting is to review a proposal we have received from our international division in Hong Kong . The agenda for this meeting is as follows , first , a presentation of the new proposal by Mr . Black . Second , an analysis by Ms . Nielson . Finally , a discussion about whether or not to implement this proposal . " My husband goes out drinking with his friends every night . I'm fed up with it . , Maybe you two should go see a marriage counselor . That restaurant has six parking spaces . , What are the odds of finding a parking space there ? What are the odds of finding a parking space there ? , Almost zero . I'm afraid I spilled coffee on the tablecloth . ," Oh , never mind . I am just going to do the laundry today . " " Oh , never mind . I am just going to do the laundry today . ", I want to apologize . Is there anything can do for you ? I want to apologize . Is there anything can do for you ? , It really doesn't matter at all . I never did like it anyway . "Hello , My name is Candy Brown . May I have your name ? "," Hello , Candy . My name is Jim White . Nice to meet you . " " Hello , Candy . My name is Jim White . Nice to meet you . "," Nice to meet you , too . Where are you from ? " " Nice to meet you , too . Where are you from ? ", I'm from New Orleans . What about you ? I'm from New Orleans . What about you ? , I was born here . I was born here . , Really ? This is a beautiful town . Really ? This is a beautiful town . , It's nice talking to you . But I have to go . It's nice talking to you . But I have to go . , OK . Can I have your phone number ? OK . Can I have your phone number ? ," OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then . " " OK . It's 15066688866 . Call me ! Bye-bye , then . ", I will . Bye . "Excuse me , sir.Is there a barber near here ? "," Yes , the nearest one is at the third cross of this road . " " Yes , the nearest one is at the third cross of this road . "," I'm a stranger here.How can I get there , please ? " " I'm a stranger here.How can I get there , please ? "," Just walk down the road for a few minutes , and you'll find it on your right . " " Just walk down the road for a few minutes , and you'll find it on your right . ", Thank you very much . What can I do for you today ? , I have an issue . I have an issue . , What is your problem ? What is your problem ? , There were charges on my debit card that I never made . There were charges on my debit card that I never made . , Do you have a statement for your debit card ? Do you have a statement for your debit card ? , I do . I do . , Which charges are you talking about ? Which charges are you talking about ? , It ’ s the last four charges . It ’ s the last four charges . , We ’ re going to have to do an investigation . We ’ re going to have to do an investigation . , Is that going to take long ? Is that going to take long ? ," I ’ m not sure , but in the meantime we will freeze these charges . " " I ’ m not sure , but in the meantime we will freeze these charges . ", That ’ s wonderful . Thank you . Have a nice weekend ! , Thanks.You too ! Thanks.You too ! , Do you have any plans ? Do you have any plans ? ," Well , my family's away and I can't afford to do much.What about you ? " " Well , my family's away and I can't afford to do much.What about you ? "," Oh , I haven't decided what I'm going to do yet . " Marry ; Mr . Johnson wants these documents to be copied . ," Oh , no . You see I'm in the middle of something . Could he wait ? " " Oh , no . You see I'm in the middle of something . Could he wait ? ", I'm afraid ... I'm afraid ... ," All right , all right . He'll get them as soon as possible . " "Well now that I know what kind of movies you like , tell me , what's your least favorite kind of movie ? ", I don't really like sci-fi movies because they're always really weird . I don't really like sci-fi movies because they're always really weird . ," I know ! I don't get them at all . But wait , isn't ' Terminator ' a sci-fi movie ? " " I know ! I don't get them at all . But wait , isn't ' Terminator ' a sci-fi movie ? "," Hmm ... you're right . Well , I guess ' Terminator ' is an exception to the rule . " I hear Jean married a business tycoon . , That's true . Her husband is a fat cat . That's true . Her husband is a fat cat . , But I don't think she really loves him . But I don't think she really loves him . , She is only after his money . She is only after his money . ," If I were her , I wouldn't marry a man I don't really love . " " If I were her , I wouldn't marry a man I don't really love . ", But many girls nowaday do want to marry a man filthy with dough . The weather is terrible . , Yes . It was sunny and warm yesterday but the wind is really blowing hard now . Yes . It was sunny and warm yesterday but the wind is really blowing hard now . , I'm wearing my heavy jacket . I'm wearing my heavy jacket . ," I'm going to put on more clothes , too . " " I'm going to put on more clothes , too . ", Will it snow today ? Will it snow today ? , I don't know . Do you like snowing ? I don't know . Do you like snowing ? ," Yes , when it snows , every where is white . It's very beautiful . " " Yes , when it snows , every where is white . It's very beautiful . ", You can read the newspaper . Maybe it will tell you whether it will snow or not . You can read the newspaper . Maybe it will tell you whether it will snow or not . , Good idea . Oh Gush ! The first day of my career is over . I can not breathe now after dealing with so many documents . But I heard the notice that our company will hold two-week staff training . , Stop fussing ! It is said that the training is important for our newcomers . And my company also informs me to attend the training next week . Stop fussing ! It is said that the training is important for our newcomers . And my company also informs me to attend the training next week . ," But for me , the training is waste of my precious time . " " But for me , the training is waste of my precious time . "," I disagree with you . Companies usually make a workable and reasonable plan for the trainings , so as to improve new comers ' understanding of the company and its rules in short time . Through the training , we get to know many things , such as the corporate culture and spirit . Our newcomers can really grasp the essence of the company " They must have got in through the kitchen window . , If only we'd remember to close it . If only we'd remember to close it . ," I am afraid your diamond bracelet has gone , darling ! " " I am afraid your diamond bracelet has gone , darling ! ", I wish I'd put it in the bank . I wish I'd put it in the bank . , Look ! they've taken your fur coat too . Look ! they've taken your fur coat too . ," I know , I am sorry I ever bought it . " " I know , I am sorry I ever bought it . ", I noticed they've taken our radio and left the television . I noticed they've taken our radio and left the television . , It's a pity they didn't take the tele . We need a new one . Anyway we can claim for all this from the insurance company . It's a pity they didn't take the tele . We need a new one . Anyway we can claim for all this from the insurance company . ," I wish we could , but we can't , you see , we are not insured . " "You know Iden , I don ’ t know much about you . Where were you born ? "," I was born in London , but I spent most of my childhood in Hongkong . " " I was born in London , but I spent most of my childhood in Hongkong . ", What was your childhood like ? What was your childhood like ? ," I had a pretty strict up-bring , and my parents and I were always fighting about it . " " I had a pretty strict up-bring , and my parents and I were always fighting about it . ", Do you get along with your parents now ? Do you get along with your parents now ? ," Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight . " " Oh , sure . Once they reached middle age , they became a lot less uptight . ", Where did you go to university ? Where did you go to university ? ," My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature . " " My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong , but I decided to go back to England , I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature . ", What ’ s your current occupation ? What ’ s your current occupation ? , I ’ m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books I ’ m a freelance writer . i write magazine articles and fiction books , Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ? Did you always know you wanted to be a writer ? ," No , I didn ’ t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge . " " No , I didn ’ t . I was an english teacher for about five years , but by the time I was thirty , I decided I want a fresh challenge . ", How did you start writing ? How did you start writing ? ," I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky . " " I started writing margin articles for fun , and eventually was asked to write a book , so I was pretty lucky . ", Are you writing a book now ? Are you writing a book now ? ," Yes , it ’ s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have " " Yes , it ’ s about a group of friends living in a foreign country , and all the strange experiences they have ", Sounds interesting . "Hello , may I help you ? "," Well , I'm looking for some winter clothes . And I notice you have pre-season sale on all your winter apparel . " " Well , I'm looking for some winter clothes . And I notice you have pre-season sale on all your winter apparel . "," Yes , everything is 25 % off . " " Yes , everything is 25 % off . ", Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater ? Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater ? ," Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year . " " Sure , we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with the sweater . I especially like this flowery skirt . It's very much in style this year . ", I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ? I don't think that shade of green will go with my complexion . Do you have any of those skirts in black or tan ? , Look on the rack to your right . Look on the rack to your right . ," Oh , yes . Just show me where the fitting rooms are now . I can't wait to try this on . " "Well , that's it . 7 appointments in Paris at beginning of next week , and 4 in Frankfurt at the end of the week . ", It's certainly a tight schedule . It's certainly a tight schedule . , Now it's a question of getting there . I need a flight to Paris on Sunday evening and a hotel in Paris for 3 nights . I have to be in Frankfurt by 11 on Thursday morning . And I will need a hotel for one night . I will head home on Friday . Now it's a question of getting there . I need a flight to Paris on Sunday evening and a hotel in Paris for 3 nights . I have to be in Frankfurt by 11 on Thursday morning . And I will need a hotel for one night . I will head home on Friday . , At what time ? At what time ? ," My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 . " " My last appointment is at 3 , so I should be free by 5 at the very latest . I think I could get to the airport by 6 . ", Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ? Do you know how far you will be from the airport at 5 ? ," No , not really . " " No , not really . ", So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ? So you are not sure how long it will take to get there ? ," No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour . " " No , but I am sure it won't take more than an hour . "," Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly . " " Don't forget it's Friday nighty . If Frankfurt's anything like London , everybody will be leaving for the weekend . It will be a rush hour and traffic might be moving very slowly . ", You are a pessimist . You are a pessimist . , I am a realist . Excuse me . I'm afraid you're in my seat . You've moved my books . ," Oh , dear . " " Oh , dear . ", You must have realized somebody was here . You must have realized somebody was here . ," Oh , well , I looked around . There wasn't any other space . I waited a while and nobody came . I'm sorry if I've taken your place . " Will you introduce me to the new colleague ? , Haven't you met yet ? Haven't you met yet ? ," No , we haven't . " " No , we haven't . ", I'll be glad to do it . Hello ! , Hello ! Could I speak to Sheerly Lim please ? Hello ! Could I speak to Sheerly Lim please ? ," Sure , just a second.Who ' s calling ? " " Sure , just a second.Who ' s calling ? ", This is Sue from work . This is Sue from work . ," Ok , sue , I will just go in get her . " OK . I just saw a Versace for thirty dollars . This stuff can't be real ! , Most of it is . You should sign up . Most of it is . You should sign up . , I'm not sure I'd want to give these people my credit card number . I'm not sure I'd want to give these people my credit card number . , Didn't you read about Paypal and Bidpai ? They are very safe . Didn't you read about Paypal and Bidpai ? They are very safe . ," Sure , but it's so complicated . They asked for my credit card authorization number . " " Sure , but it's so complicated . They asked for my credit card authorization number . ", That's the last three or four numbers on the back of your credit card where your signature is . That's the last three or four numbers on the back of your credit card where your signature is . , I have trouble understanding all these forms ... but I'm sure I'll get it . Let ’ s go to the seashore on Saturday . , Yes ! Let ’ s go sailing and water skiing . That ’ s so exciting . Yes ! Let ’ s go sailing and water skiing . That ’ s so exciting . ," It ’ s expensive , too . Let ’ s just sit in the sun and go swimming instead . " " It ’ s expensive , too . Let ’ s just sit in the sun and go swimming instead . ", Yes . Let ’ s sleep on the sand . That ’ s most exciting ! Good morning . I want to apply for a library card . ," Give me 10 yuan , your ID card and a photo of you please . " " Give me 10 yuan , your ID card and a photo of you please . ", But I hear that the card is free . But I hear that the card is free . ," Yes , it is . But you must pay a deposit for the card . " " Yes , it is . But you must pay a deposit for the card . "," There will be a refund when I return the card , right ? " " There will be a refund when I return the card , right ? "," Yes , if the card is well kept and has no dirt and scratches . " " Yes , if the card is well kept and has no dirt and scratches . "," OK , here you are . " Where ’ s the wagon ? , Where ’ s what wagon ? Where ’ s what wagon ? , The water wagon . The water wagon . , What water wagon ? What water wagon ? ," The wagon with the water , of course . " " The wagon with the water , of course . ", That ’ s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard . That ’ s my wagon . I need the water to water my flowers in the yard . ," No , you can ’ t do that . There isn ’ t much water in the wagon . And we need the water for drinking . " So what do you feel like doing this evening ? How about going to the cinema ? ," Ah , that's a good idea . But I heard the film club of our school would show a film for free . Maybe we don't need to go to the cinema . " " Ah , that's a good idea . But I heard the film club of our school would show a film for free . Maybe we don't need to go to the cinema . ", That's good ! I've also heard there will be a party held by the Students ' Union tomorrow evening . Would you like to go with me tomorrow night ? That's good ! I've also heard there will be a party held by the Students ' Union tomorrow evening . Would you like to go with me tomorrow night ? ," I'd like to , but I'm afraid I can't . " " I'd like to , but I'm afraid I can't . "," Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important . " " Why ? Do you have to prepare for your examination ? Oh , come on , girl , relaxation is also very important . "," That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week . " " That's not the reason . I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening . You know , I've been going there every week . "," Oh , God , I've forgotten it . " " Oh , God , I've forgotten it . "," You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you . " " You said you wanted to improve your English , so how about coming with me tomorrow ? I can also introduce some friends to you . "," Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you . " " Oh , no , I don't want to know any more geeks like you . "," They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot . " " They are not geeks . They are also interested in singing , dancing , and so on . They are excellent , and they can always help me a lot . ", Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ? Really ? Is there a foreign teacher for every class ? ," It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us . " " It depends . If they are not busy , they will come to join us , and talk with us . ", So you just talk all the time ? So you just talk all the time ? ," Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us . " " Of course not . The foreign teachers also teach us English songs , and play games with us . ", That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening . That sounds interesting . I'll go with you tomorrow evening . , You won't be disappointed . Diane Grant ? I haven't seen you for ages ! , Brian ! How have you been ? Brian ! How have you been ? ," Pretty good . Say , you've really changed ! " " Pretty good . Say , you've really changed ! "," Oh , well , I've lost some weight . And my hair is longer than before . " " Oh , well , I've lost some weight . And my hair is longer than before . "," Well , you look great ! How are you ? " " Well , you look great ! How are you ? ", I'm doing really well . I got married about three years ago . I have two kids now . I'm doing really well . I got married about three years ago . I have two kids now . , That's terrific ! "Hi dude , you look upset , what's up ? ", haven't been sleeping well recently . haven't been sleeping well recently . , what's the problem ? what's the problem ? , every night my roommates watch the Korean soap operas till mid-night . I am not a big fan of Korean shows and I don't know how to tell them to stop without hurting their feelings . every night my roommates watch the Korean soap operas till mid-night . I am not a big fan of Korean shows and I don't know how to tell them to stop without hurting their feelings . ," well , you can simply tell them you want to sleep , or make an arrangement for a time when the room should quiet down . " " well , you can simply tell them you want to sleep , or make an arrangement for a time when the room should quiet down . "," yeah , I know , but I find these sorts of things hard to say . They won't like it if I tell them to turn off the TV . Now I just hope the show will end soon . " " yeah , I know , but I find these sorts of things hard to say . They won't like it if I tell them to turn off the TV . Now I just hope the show will end soon . "," I understand . I used to live in a dorm with four people . I was great in some aspects . We always went out and and had fun together . But on the other hand , when I wanted some quiet time , and people kept " " I understand . I used to live in a dorm with four people . I was great in some aspects . We always went out and and had fun together . But on the other hand , when I wanted some quiet time , and people kept "," yeah , I crave my own space . i just so tired of having people around me all time . " I stayed at Bob's last night . , I was worried where you were . I was worried where you were . , I guess I should have told you . I guess I should have told you . ," Yes , you should have . " "Do you have any seat preferences , sir ? "," Yes , could you put me in the non-smoking section ? " " Yes , could you put me in the non-smoking section ? ", Yes . Would you like a window seat ? Yes . Would you like a window seat ? ," If one's available , please . But not over the wing . " I finally found an apartment that I want to rent . , Where did you see it ? Where did you see it ? , I saw it in this ad for apartments in today ’ s newspaper . I saw it in this ad for apartments in today ’ s newspaper . , You found an apartment in the ads ? You found an apartment in the ads ? ," I really did , but what ’ s so great about it is that it ’ s really affordable . " " I really did , but what ’ s so great about it is that it ’ s really affordable . ", Tell me about the apartment . Tell me about the apartment . ," Well , most importantly the apartment is beautiful . " " Well , most importantly the apartment is beautiful . ", How much is the rent for the apartment ? How much is the rent for the apartment ? , The rent is $ 725 each month . The rent is $ 725 each month . , That ’ s pretty cheap for out here . That ’ s pretty cheap for out here . , That ’ s what I said when I found out how much the rent was . That ’ s what I said when I found out how much the rent was . , Congratulations on the new apartment . "Hello , this is Francis . "," Hi , this is Monica . I was wondering when we can work on this financial report . " " Hi , this is Monica . I was wondering when we can work on this financial report . "," Today , I am busy all day long . " " Today , I am busy all day long . ", Shall I see you on Friday morning ? Shall I see you on Friday morning ? , That ’ s not good for me at all.It ’ ll have to be another time . That ’ s not good for me at all.It ’ ll have to be another time . , We must find some time to read report . We must find some time to read report . , I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon . I know . I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon . , That ’ s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon . That ’ s all right . Then see you on Friday afternoon . , See you . John hasn't turned up and Stefan is ill . Do we have anyone on stand-by ? ," I'm afraid not , we're very short-staffed at the moment . Can you ask the shift supervisor to ask one of his team to do some overtime ? Perhaps Tommy can stand in for an hour or two until we find a replacement . " Could you show me the way to the railway station ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Would you like to be my guide ? Would you like to be my guide ? , I'd be very pleased . "OK , now let's go on to talk about initial deposits . ", Good idea . How much do I need to deposit ? Good idea . How much do I need to deposit ? ," For Agreement Savings , we ask for 100,000 RIB . " " For Agreement Savings , we ask for 100,000 RIB . ", And how do I withdraw if I need to ? And how do I withdraw if I need to ? , You can use a Type A Agreement Savings Account the same was as a Settlement Account . You can use a Type A Agreement Savings Account the same was as a Settlement Account . ," I'm sorry , refresh my mind . What's different about a Type B Account ? " " I'm sorry , refresh my mind . What's different about a Type B Account ? "," With a Type B Account , it cannot be directly involved in any transaction and it cannot be applied to any external withdrawal service . " "David , why don't you clean your room ? ", I am not in the mood . I am not in the mood . , Why are you feeling depress ? Why are you feeling depress ? , I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me . It's a real letdown . I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me . It's a real letdown . , I don't think she would do such a thing . I don't think she would do such a thing . , But she did and it made me disappointed . But she did and it made me disappointed . ," Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything . " " Oh , cheer up ! A girlfriend is not everything . ", But she means a lot to me . But she means a lot to me . , Then forgive her mistake . Then forgive her mistake . ," Oh , I just can't forget it . " I heard you've found a new job . ," Yes , I'm now working in a company . " " Yes , I'm now working in a company . ", So you're quite happy with your new job ? So you're quite happy with your new job ? , Right . I enjoy what I'm doing . I would love to be famous and have thousands of adoring fans . , Really ? I ’ m not sure that I would like all the attention . There have been numerous cases of paparazzi interfering with star ’ s private live in recent years . Really ? I ’ m not sure that I would like all the attention . There have been numerous cases of paparazzi interfering with star ’ s private live in recent years . ," I love being photographed ! If I were famous , I ’ d do interviews for all the top magazines , like cosmo and elle . " " I love being photographed ! If I were famous , I ’ d do interviews for all the top magazines , like cosmo and elle . "," I wouldn ’ t mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice , but it would get tedious after a while . Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you . " " I wouldn ’ t mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice , but it would get tedious after a while . Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you . ", No-one really believes gossip columnists . No-one really believes gossip columnists . ," I think you ’ ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ’ d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it " " I think you ’ ll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns . You ’ d also have to be very careful about every word you said . If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly , it "," I think you ’ re right about that . I ’ d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people . " " I think you ’ re right about that . I ’ d need a good manager to be my spokesperson . I could do a lot of charity work , which would help a lot of people . ", That ’ s a great idea . Which charities would you support ? That ’ s a great idea . Which charities would you support ? ," I love children , as you know , so probably a children ’ s charity . " " I love children , as you know , so probably a children ’ s charity . "," You ’ d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ’ d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ’ d be the first to buy your posters and I ’ d attend your first book - " " You ’ d have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity , so you ’ d really need to be very careful . Anyway , I ’ d be the first to buy your posters and I ’ d attend your first book - "," Thanks , but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography . " "First of all , thank you for accepting this job . ", It ’ s my pleasure . It ’ s my pleasure . , What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? , Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ? Would you please tell me about your pay skill first ? ," We ’ ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ’ s starting salary would you expect here ? " " We ’ ll offer you a monthly salary to begin with , in addition , we offer one percent commission and all your sales . You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance . What ’ s starting salary would you expect here ? ", They sum my skills and experience . I ’ d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month . They sum my skills and experience . I ’ d like to start it with 4000 yuan a month . , That sounds reasonable . That sounds reasonable . , Do I have paid vacation ? Do I have paid vacation ? ," Yes , you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year , and you get it additional week after 4 years , and then again , after 9 years if you decide to stay that long , we promote from within based on performance , so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager . " "I'm so sorry about your brother , Mr . Wang . "," Thanks , Jane . " " Thanks , Jane . "," If you need any help , just let me know . " What are we eating for lunch ? , I have no idea . What about you ? I have no idea . What about you ? , I kind of want pizza . I kind of want pizza . , I ate pizza the other day . I ate pizza the other day . ," So , what do you feel like eating then ? " " So , what do you feel like eating then ? ", How about some burgers ? How about some burgers ? , I already had a burger yesterday . I already had a burger yesterday . , What are we going to do ? What are we going to do ? , We can just each get what we want to get . We can just each get what we want to get . , That sounds like a plan . That sounds like a plan . , Do you know a place that sells pizza and burgers ? Do you know a place that sells pizza and burgers ? , I think they sell both at the cafeteria . I have a reservation for a single with bath . ," We are sorry , but single rooms have been occupied . " " We are sorry , but single rooms have been occupied . "," What's the room rate ? It is a little expensive for me , do you have any other rooms ? " " What's the room rate ? It is a little expensive for me , do you have any other rooms ? "," Then how about this room , with just shower ? " " Then how about this room , with just shower ? ", May I see the room ? I ’ ll take this room . Is the rate for the room only ? May I see the room ? I ’ ll take this room . Is the rate for the room only ? ," No , sir . The tax is included . " "I am sorry , but I can't stay until the end of class . ", Where do you need to be that is more important than school ? Where do you need to be that is more important than school ? , I have an appointment . I have an appointment . , Do you have a plan to make up your missed work ? Do you have a plan to make up your missed work ? ," No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work . " " No , but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work . ", Are you going to go right away ? Are you going to go right away ? , I am leaving right now . I am leaving right now . ," All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up . " " All right , but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up . "," Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of . " " Thanks , Professor . I'll make sure everything gets taken care of . "," Goodbye , and try not to miss any more school . " There is a new restaurant opening up in town next month . , What kind of food will they be serving ? What kind of food will they be serving ? ," My favorite , Mexican . And I've heard that the head chef is from San Paulo . " " My favorite , Mexican . And I've heard that the head chef is from San Paulo . ", It sounds like this is going to be authentic Mexican food . It sounds like this is going to be authentic Mexican food . , I can hardly wait ! I can hardly wait ! , Do you know the day they plan to open ? Do you know the day they plan to open ? , I'll double check the announcement . I'll double check the announcement . , Maybe we can make reservations ahead of time ? "Hello ! My name is Sandals , I have a reservation . "," May I see your identification , please , sir ? " " May I see your identification , please , sir ? ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thanks . Do you have a credit card , sir ? " " Thanks . Do you have a credit card , sir ? ", Of course . Will American Express do ? Of course . Will American Express do ? ," I'm very sorry , sir . We accept only VISA or MasterCard . " " I'm very sorry , sir . We accept only VISA or MasterCard . ", No problem . Here's my VISA . No problem . Here's my VISA . ," Thanks . Room 507 is a spacious , nonsmoking room , with a queen bed . Does that meet your expectations ? " " Thanks . Room 507 is a spacious , nonsmoking room , with a queen bed . Does that meet your expectations ? "," Yes , that sounds like what I want . " " Yes , that sounds like what I want . "," That's wonderful , sir . Now , here's your key . Should you need anything , just dial 0 . " I want to check out today . My plane leaves at 3 p . m . ," Which room are you staying in now , sir ? " " Which room are you staying in now , sir ? ", I am in Room 205 . My name is Bill Smith . When shall I check out ? I am in Room 205 . My name is Bill Smith . When shall I check out ? ," Usually if you are leaving today , you'd better check out before 12 noon , and leave the room . If you check out after 12 noon , we will count one day more . " " Usually if you are leaving today , you'd better check out before 12 noon , and leave the room . If you check out after 12 noon , we will count one day more . "," Oh , I didn't know that . " " Oh , I didn't know that . ", Since your plane leaves at 3 p . m . it will be too early for you to leave the hotel at 12 0 ' clock . We can arrange you to stay in the room until 1 p . m . ; but first you should still check out before 12 noon . Since your plane leaves at 3 p . m . it will be too early for you to leave the hotel at 12 0 ' clock . We can arrange you to stay in the room until 1 p . m . ; but first you should still check out before 12 noon . , That's very considerate of you . May I have my bill ? That's very considerate of you . May I have my bill ? ," Yes , sir . Here it is . " " Yes , sir . Here it is . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , Your bill comes to 60 dollars . How would you like it to be paid ? With cash or credit card ? Your bill comes to 60 dollars . How would you like it to be paid ? With cash or credit card ? , I'd like it to be charged to my credit card . I'd like it to be charged to my credit card . ," Would you please give to me , and will imprint it ? " do you have any plans for tomorrow night ? , not really . I wasn thinking of maybe going to a movie . Do you want to go with me ? not really . I wasn thinking of maybe going to a movie . Do you want to go with me ? , sure . What movies were you thinking about going to ? sure . What movies were you thinking about going to ? , have you heard of Hot Fuzz ? have you heard of Hot Fuzz ? , yes . Isn't the director of that movie the same guy who directed Shaun of the Dead ? yes . Isn't the director of that movie the same guy who directed Shaun of the Dead ? , that's the one . It's an actioncomedy . What do you think ? that's the one . It's an actioncomedy . What do you think ? ," to be honest , I didn't really like Shaun of the Dead . Besides , I like movies with a happy ending best . " " to be honest , I didn't really like Shaun of the Dead . Besides , I like movies with a happy ending best . ", what do you have in mind ? what do you have in mind ? ," I was thinking of seeing You , Me and Dupree . It's a typical Hollywood blockbuster . " " I was thinking of seeing You , Me and Dupree . It's a typical Hollywood blockbuster . ", isn't that the chick flick with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson ? isn't that the chick flick with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson ? ," yeah , I suppose you wouldn't want to see that , huh ? " " yeah , I suppose you wouldn't want to see that , huh ? ", not really . Do you like biographical / drama films ? not really . Do you like biographical / drama films ? , It depends on who the film is about . Which movie did you have in mind ? It depends on who the film is about . Which movie did you have in mind ? , Anne Hathaway is in a new movie called Becoming Jane which is based on a true story about Jane Austen . Anne Hathaway is in a new movie called Becoming Jane which is based on a true story about Jane Austen . , that sounds fantastic ! What time is it playing ? that sounds fantastic ! What time is it playing ? ," it's on at 8: 00 pm at the Phoenix Theatres . I have a membership there , so I can book the tickets ahead of time . " " it's on at 8: 00 pm at the Phoenix Theatres . I have a membership there , so I can book the tickets ahead of time . ", great . Shall I meet you there around 7:45 tomorrow night ? great . Shall I meet you there around 7:45 tomorrow night ? , sounds good . I'll see you then ! There is a tornado warning on . My mother just told me she heard it on the radio . , What is a tornado warning ? What is a tornado warning ? , It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area . It means that a tornado has been seen somewhere in the area . , Really ? In New Berlin ? Really ? In New Berlin ? ," No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here.This is what is called a "" tornado watch . "" That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado . " " No . Not necessarily in town . But in southern Wisconsin somewhere . A tornado has been spotted . They have two stages here.This is what is called a "" tornado watch . "" That means that the weather conditions are perfect for a tornado . ", I understand . They think a tornado might come . I understand . They think a tornado might come . ," Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming.So it's called a "" watch . "" " " Yes . People should look out , because maybe there will be tornadoes coming.So it's called a "" watch . "" "," And the second stage is called a "" tornado warning "" . " " And the second stage is called a "" tornado warning "" . "," Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a "" tornado warning "" . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere . " " Yes . If a tornado has been spotted , they announce a "" tornado warning "" . So if there's a tornado warning on , it means a tornado is out there somewhere . ", It's scary . It's scary . ," Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true.If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement . " " Well . Tornadoes can be dangerous , it's true.If we hear something like a loud train coming , then we have to go in the basement . "," What do you mean "" a loud train "" ? " " What do you mean "" a loud train "" ? ", That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud . That is what tornadoes sound like . They sound like trains . They're very loud . ," But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ? " " But if you hear them coming , isn't it already too late ? ", Maybe . It depends on the tornado.Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour.That is very fast . Others aren't so fast . Maybe . It depends on the tornado.Some can move across the ground at 200 miles an hour.That is very fast . Others aren't so fast . , Have you seen a lot of them ? Have you seen a lot of them ? , I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch.But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone . I've only seen one in my life . I was looking out the window . It was around two miles away . It was very interesting to watch.But it was heading toward my friend's house . So I quickly called them on the phone . , Did it hit their house ? Did it hit their house ? ," No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them . " " No , it didn't . But they are glad I called them . ", What were they doing when you called ? What were they doing when you called ? ," They were all sitting in the living room watching TV.They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house.If it had hit them , they could have all been killed . " " They were all sitting in the living room watching TV.They had no idea a tornado was coming toward their house.If it had hit them , they could have all been killed . ", That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ? That's terrible . Do many people die in tornadoes ? , Not so many really . But a lot of houses are destroyed sometimes . I'd like to make sure my plane reservation is in order . ," May I have your flight number , please ? " " May I have your flight number , please ? "," World Airlines , Flight 201 . " " World Airlines , Flight 201 . "," And your name , please ? " " And your name , please ? ", John Anderson . John Anderson . ," Yes , sir . You're booked on Flight 201 , leaving in one hour . " " Yes , sir . You're booked on Flight 201 , leaving in one hour . ", Thank you . Can I help you ? , How much is this pen ? How much is this pen ? , Ten Yuan . Ten Yuan . , And how much is this pencil ? And how much is this pencil ? , One Yuan . One Yuan . , Here's fifteen Yuan . Here's fifteen Yuan . , And here's your change . Please check if it is correct . And here's your change . Please check if it is correct . ," OK , that's right . " " OK , that's right . ", Welcome to come again . Welcome to come again . , OK . "Excuse me , how can I get special discount coupons ? ", Buy more and get more special discount coupons . Buy more and get more special discount coupons . , Can I get a discount coupon if I buy these goods ? Can I get a discount coupon if I buy these goods ? , Of course You get a coupon for every 3 bags of sugar . Of course You get a coupon for every 3 bags of sugar . , But how much discount can I get if I use it to buy goods next time ? But how much discount can I get if I use it to buy goods next time ? , 10 pence off if you use this coupon . 10 pence off if you use this coupon . , Can I buy everything in the supermarket by it ? . Can I buy everything in the supermarket by it ? . ," Yeah , you need to take advantage of it within its expiry date . " " Yeah , you need to take advantage of it within its expiry date . ", How long can I keep it ? How long can I keep it ? , The coupon can be used at least one year . The coupon can be used at least one year . , I see . I will take 9 bags of sugar so that I can get 3 coupons . I see . I will take 9 bags of sugar so that I can get 3 coupons . , All right . I will get them for you . Is supper ready ? I'm hungry . , Almost ready . Could you set the table ? Almost ready . Could you set the table ? , Ok . What are we having ? Ok . What are we having ? , We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef . We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef . ," I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ? " " I'll have my beef well-done , please . By the way , don't we have soup tonight ? "," I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ? " " I didn't prepare it , but if you want , I can cook some . What soup would you like to have ? "," Let me see . Well , I'd like onion soup . Thank you . " "Hello , Tom , are you free next Sunday ? ", I think so . Why did you ask that ? I think so . Why did you ask that ? ," I'm going to have my first baby , so I plan to hold a baby shower next Sunday . " " I'm going to have my first baby , so I plan to hold a baby shower next Sunday . ", Congratulations ! Why do people hold parties before the baby is born ? Congratulations ! Why do people hold parties before the baby is born ? , It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri . It's the tradition . But baby showers as we know them today were not common until after World Warri . ," In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world . " " In any case , I like baby showers , because they allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world . "," So you will come , won't you ? " " So you will come , won't you ? ", Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival . Of course . I will prepare a good gift for the new arrival . , Thank you very much . "Now , you are to board the plane.We ' re sorry that we haven't done much to help you when you stayed in China . ", I appreciate what you have done for me.Everything I have seen here has left a deep impression on me . I really don't know how to express my thanks to you . I appreciate what you have done for me.Everything I have seen here has left a deep impression on me . I really don't know how to express my thanks to you . , We are ready to help you . We are ready to help you . ," Will you be kind to say "" Thank you "" to Mr.Zhang and other friends for me ? " " Will you be kind to say "" Thank you "" to Mr.Zhang and other friends for me ? ", I'd like to . I'm sure your visit will help to promote the friendship and understanding between both of us.Welcome to China again . I'd like to . I'm sure your visit will help to promote the friendship and understanding between both of us.Welcome to China again . ," Of course , I will.Well , it's time for me to say goodbye.The plane will take off soon.Hope some day you will come to America for a visit . " " Of course , I will.Well , it's time for me to say goodbye.The plane will take off soon.Hope some day you will come to America for a visit . ", Thank you . I will if I have chance.Goodbye and happy landing ! Thank you . I will if I have chance.Goodbye and happy landing ! , Goodbye ! Why aren't you doing well in the class ? , The material is so abstract that I have trouble understanding it . Is everything alright ? ," Yes , everything is fine . " " Yes , everything is fine . ", What took so long ? I thought your flight was supposed to arrive 3 hours ago ! What took so long ? I thought your flight was supposed to arrive 3 hours ago ! , Didn't they announce that our flight was delayed ? Didn't they announce that our flight was delayed ? , I didn't hear anything about a delay . I thought everything was running on time . What happened ? I didn't hear anything about a delay . I thought everything was running on time . What happened ? ," We boarded the plane on time , but then we were held up for almost an hour due to a maintenance problem . " " We boarded the plane on time , but then we were held up for almost an hour due to a maintenance problem . ", Then what ? Your plane was three hours late ! Then what ? Your plane was three hours late ! ," We finally took off , but about 30 minutes later , the captain came on to the loudspeaker to warn us that there would be some bad turbulence for most of the flight . " " We finally took off , but about 30 minutes later , the captain came on to the loudspeaker to warn us that there would be some bad turbulence for most of the flight . "," Turbulence is pretty normal , isn't it ? " " Turbulence is pretty normal , isn't it ? "," Yes , but this was the worst turbulence I'd ever experienced in my life ! Everyone started getting sick . The flight attendants had to stay in their seats . The captain decided to land early . " " Yes , but this was the worst turbulence I'd ever experienced in my life ! Everyone started getting sick . The flight attendants had to stay in their seats . The captain decided to land early . ", So where did you land ? So where did you land ? , We landed in Southampton and waited an hour for the storms to pass and then took off again . We landed in Southampton and waited an hour for the storms to pass and then took off again . , That sounds like a nightmare ! That sounds like a nightmare ! , It wasn't too bad . At lease I'm alive . It wasn't too bad . At lease I'm alive . , Have you had anything to eat ? Have you had anything to eat ? , I managed to get a sandwich from a flight attendant . How about you ? I managed to get a sandwich from a flight attendant . How about you ? , I had a few coffees while I was waiting . Let's get out of here ! Excuse me . You can't leave your car here . ," Oh , but I Just want to pick up a package . It won't take long . " " Oh , but I Just want to pick up a package . It won't take long . ", I'm afraid you'll have to find a parking meter . I'm afraid you'll have to find a parking meter . , Can I park here just for a second ? Can I park here just for a second ? ," No , sir . I'm sorry you can't . " May I help you ? ," Yes , I am looking for a coat . " " Yes , I am looking for a coat . ", Do you have any style in your mind ? Do you have any style in your mind ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing . I recommend you this one . It's a very popular kind of coat-the most recent thing . ," Well , it's good in style , but I am afraid it doesn't wash well . " You look like a basket case . , I'm not surprised . I'm not surprised . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , My brother in-law just dropped in from the states . My brother in-law just dropped in from the states . ," Yeah , and ? " " Yeah , and ? "," I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake ! " " I decided to put him up while he's here , big mistake ! ", Why ? Why ? ," He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile . " " He's lazy . I tried being a good host , but if you give him an inch , he'll take a mile . ", I guess you think twice next time he comes . I guess you think twice next time he comes . , You can say that again . You can say that again . , So how long has he here for ? So how long has he here for ? , Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming . Two weeks . If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming . ," Well , I know you do the right thing . " Hello Mr Fang ! It's good to see you again . What can we do for you today ? ," Hello , Miao Ping . I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account today . " " Hello , Miao Ping . I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account today . "," That shouldn't be a problem , Mr Fang . Have you got your Certificate of Use of Foreign Exchange Account and the Foreign Exchange Account Opening Notice with you ? Our most widely used currencies are US dollar , Japanese yen and Hong Kong dollar . " " That shouldn't be a problem , Mr Fang . Have you got your Certificate of Use of Foreign Exchange Account and the Foreign Exchange Account Opening Notice with you ? Our most widely used currencies are US dollar , Japanese yen and Hong Kong dollar . "," I need to open a US dollar account , trade with America is going up each year . " " I need to open a US dollar account , trade with America is going up each year . ", We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified . We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified . ," Good , thanks . I look forward to hearing from you . " "Your husband is very helpful , isn't he ? "," Willing to help , maybe , but not as helpful as you think . " " Willing to help , maybe , but not as helpful as you think . ", Really ? Really ? , Last night he told the children a cliff-hanger story and both of them were scared out of sleep . "Mr . Emory , I ’ d like to take this afternoon off if it's all right with you . "," But Steven , you've called in sick 3 times during the last three weeks . " " But Steven , you've called in sick 3 times during the last three weeks . "," I know , Mr . Emory . I'm sorry . But I really need to see the doctor this afternoon . I feel dizzy and I can't concentrate on my work . " " I know , Mr . Emory . I'm sorry . But I really need to see the doctor this afternoon . I feel dizzy and I can't concentrate on my work . "," All right , then . But don't forget to bring a doctors note tomorrow . " " All right , then . But don't forget to bring a doctors note tomorrow . "," OK , thank you ! " "Looks like a good party , I probably know about half the people . ", Who ’ s that boy ? Who ’ s that boy ? , Where ? Where ? , The one next to the telephone . The one next to the telephone . , I don ’ t know . Never saw him before . Why ? I don ’ t know . Never saw him before . Why ? , I think he ’ s the boy who just moved into my apartment building . "so , which sport do you prefer---basketball or baseball ? "," to be honest , I don't really care for either one . " " to be honest , I don't really care for either one . ", I thought everyone liked basketball . Why don't you like it ? I thought everyone liked basketball . Why don't you like it ? ," I used to play basketball when I was little , and I never scored a goal . Every time I watch a basketball game , I think about how horrible I was at it . " " I used to play basketball when I was little , and I never scored a goal . Every time I watch a basketball game , I think about how horrible I was at it . ", that makes sense . that makes sense . , how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ? how about you ? What's your favorite sport of all time ? , my absolute favorite is ice hockey . my absolute favorite is ice hockey . , have you ever seen a live game ? have you ever seen a live game ? ," sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch . " " sure , many times . It's an exciting game for spectators to watch . ", I've never really understood the game . I've never really understood the game . ," it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching . " " it's not that difficult . If you want to watch a game with me , I can explain the rules and the tactics while we're watching . "," thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ? " " thanks , that'd be nice . When's the next ice hockey game on ? "," not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you . " " not for a while , but we could watch an old one on the internet so I can explain the game to you . ", that's a good idea . that's a good idea . , let's watch the Canadian team . They have a good manager and a great coach . Are you ready to move ? , Definitely . I Ve got the hell out of the company . Anything new ? Definitely . I Ve got the hell out of the company . Anything new ? ," Yes , but there is a chance that might be suitable for you . " " Yes , but there is a chance that might be suitable for you . ", Really ? Are you willing to recommend me for the position ? Really ? Are you willing to recommend me for the position ? ," I can't say , but let me make a call and see if I can help . " " I can't say , but let me make a call and see if I can help . "," I appreciate the effort , sir . " I enjoy watching Channel 5.They always have films from all over the world . , How about the languages . How about the languages . , I can read the subtitles.My set is a huge-screen one . I can read the subtitles.My set is a huge-screen one . , That's more convenient . Welcome to our shop . It seems you are interested in this dress . , Yes . But I am afraid it is too thick to wear in summer . Yes . But I am afraid it is too thick to wear in summer . ," That's no problem . It is made of linen , so you won't feel hot in it . I can assure you it is of superior quality . What is more , it is very popular with young women . " " That's no problem . It is made of linen , so you won't feel hot in it . I can assure you it is of superior quality . What is more , it is very popular with young women . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , 88 Yuan . 88 Yuan . ," OK , that is reasonable . I will take it . " Have you gone bowling before ? , No . Could you tell me something more about it ? I want to play well . No . Could you tell me something more about it ? I want to play well . , There are 10 frames in a bowling game . Each player is allowed to bowl two balls in each frame . There are 10 frames in a bowling game . Each player is allowed to bowl two balls in each frame . , You just said 10 rounds . You just said 10 rounds . , ' Round ' and ' frame ' are two different terms . ' Round ' and ' frame ' are two different terms . , Perhaps you can tell me a little more about this . Perhaps you can tell me a little more about this . ," Hey , slow down . I'll tell you more while playing . " Where is it ? , I'm going to the Golden hotel . I'm going to the Golden hotel . ," Get in , please . " " Get in , please . ", Thank you . I have an appointment with an important client at 10 Thank you . I have an appointment with an important client at 10 ," Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7.15 $ , please . " " Don't worry , you'll be there plenty of time . That is it . 7.15 $ , please . "," Thank you.here ' s 10 $ , just give me 1 $ back , please . " What happens if we make a deal and thirty to sixty days after delivery the price goes down and you didn't get the best possible price ? How do I handle that ? ," Well , these things happens , I know that . You just have to stay straight with me . " " Well , these things happens , I know that . You just have to stay straight with me . ", Right ! So how do I do that ? What will make you happy ? Right ! So how do I do that ? What will make you happy ? ," Well , I suggest you just keep me posted.That should do it.That way the burden is on me to decide when to buy , not you . " " Well , I suggest you just keep me posted.That should do it.That way the burden is on me to decide when to buy , not you . ", Excuse me ? Excuse me ? ," Yeah , it really is that simple.Every time there's a change in the items we do business on , you let me know . That's all you need to do . " " Yeah , it really is that simple.Every time there's a change in the items we do business on , you let me know . That's all you need to do . "," What kind of change , just in prices ? " " What kind of change , just in prices ? "," No , any change . I want you to keep me as informed as you are . I need to know as much as you do . If you hear about something that might happen , then tell me about it.Tell me it's rumor , what it's based on and your opinion on how likely it is . " " No , any change . I want you to keep me as informed as you are . I need to know as much as you do . If you hear about something that might happen , then tell me about it.Tell me it's rumor , what it's based on and your opinion on how likely it is . "," You mean on product availability , reliability and price ? " " You mean on product availability , reliability and price ? "," No , everthing.Those things for sure , but also labor problems , raw materials , new subcontractors , mergers , in short , anything and everything.So I can make a fully informed decision . " " No , everthing.Those things for sure , but also labor problems , raw materials , new subcontractors , mergers , in short , anything and everything.So I can make a fully informed decision . "," So it's like you want me to be your eyes and ears into the industry . I can do that , provided the company I'm working for isn't hurt . " " So it's like you want me to be your eyes and ears into the industry . I can do that , provided the company I'm working for isn't hurt . ", I think we'll get along fine . You look really wiped out ? , I had meetings back to back all morning . And phone rang off the hook from the minute I walked into the office . I had meetings back to back all morning . And phone rang off the hook from the minute I walked into the office . , Not a good day . I hate to tell you that Mr . Thomas wants to see the profit ’ s statement for new project tomorrow morning . Not a good day . I hate to tell you that Mr . Thomas wants to see the profit ’ s statement for new project tomorrow morning . , I can ’ t believe it . I guess I ’ ll be here until 10 again tonight . "Do you mind if I get a lift in your car , please ? "," I don ’ t see any problem , only the car is a bit old . " " I don ’ t see any problem , only the car is a bit old . ", Oh you ’ re so kind ! Oh you ’ re so kind ! , Get in . I want to meet you . Are you free this evening ? ," Well , actually , I'm not free today . Do you have anything urgent ? " " Well , actually , I'm not free today . Do you have anything urgent ? "," No , I just want to meet you . " " No , I just want to meet you . ", How about tomorrow instead . How about tomorrow instead . ," Hmm , that's all right . Shall we meet at the bar near the beach ? " " Hmm , that's all right . Shall we meet at the bar near the beach ? ", All right . See you then . "How is your business on the Internet , Steven ? ", Don't mention it . I lost a bunch of money on it this year . I think it is on the brink of bankruptcy . Don't mention it . I lost a bunch of money on it this year . I think it is on the brink of bankruptcy . ," I am sorry to hear that . It shows that you should buy companies , not ideas . " " I am sorry to hear that . It shows that you should buy companies , not ideas . ", I changed my strategy around too . I am investing in good companies now . I changed my strategy around too . I am investing in good companies now . ," Yes , I agree with you . I am going to find a good company and invest in it soon . " " Yes , I agree with you . I am going to find a good company and invest in it soon . ", It's a good idea . But please be careful when you invest this time . It's a good idea . But please be careful when you invest this time . ," Yes , I will . I should learn more from you . After all I am green hand on it . " " Yes , I will . I should learn more from you . After all I am green hand on it . "," If you have any question , you can ask me . " " If you have any question , you can ask me . ", OK . My wife sent me a message and asked me to go home just now . I am leaving . OK . My wife sent me a message and asked me to go home just now . I am leaving . , All right . Let's chat next time . Bye-bye . All right . Let's chat next time . Bye-bye . , Bye . Remember that old man who used to beg for money on the street across from our house ? , Yeah . Whatever became of him ? Yeah . Whatever became of him ? , He got a job and now he owns a small grocery in town . He got a job and now he owns a small grocery in town . , That's great . We should visit him some time . "Tom , you promised to cut the lung . You won't forget , will you ? "," No , I assure you . " " No , I assure you . "," And you'll repair the television , won't you ? " " And you'll repair the television , won't you ? ", Ok . Ok . , Do you promise ? Do you promise ? , Of course . Of course . ," And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ? " " And Tom , you will help Johnny with his homework , won't you ? ", I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise . I'll see . I will if I can but I won't promise . ," But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? " " But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? ", Yes . But only if you ask me nicely . Yes . But only if you ask me nicely . ," Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please ! " " Tom , darling . You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight , won't you ? Please ! ", Ok . I'll keep my promise . Have you a garment ? ," Yes , what style do you prefer ? " " Yes , what style do you prefer ? "," Show me the black one , my size . " " Show me the black one , my size . "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . "," Well , I don't think it matches my jeans.Can you give me some advice ? " "Good morning , Mr . Zhang . ", Good morning . Good morning . , How are you ? How nice to see you again . How is everything going ? How are you ? How nice to see you again . How is everything going ? , Very well . What about you ? Very well . What about you ? ," Not bad , thanks ! Our company has sent me to pick you up here . " " Not bad , thanks ! Our company has sent me to pick you up here . ", That is so nice of you . "Tom , how do you think of second-hand goods ? ", Why did you ask that ? Do you want to buy the used goods ? Why did you ask that ? Do you want to buy the used goods ? , I'm considering buying a second-hand computer for I'm short of money now . I'm considering buying a second-hand computer for I'm short of money now . ," You know the car I'm driving , which is still in good condition though it is second-hand . And it only cost me 300 dollars . It was so cheap . " " You know the car I'm driving , which is still in good condition though it is second-hand . And it only cost me 300 dollars . It was so cheap . ", But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ? But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones ? , It depends . So you must be careful buying second-hand goods . Have you ever found yourself in a situation when you have to lie to people who trust you ? , Do you mean lying to people for their good ? Do you mean lying to people for their good ? , Yes . Is it wrong to lie to them even if it is for their good ? Yes . Is it wrong to lie to them even if it is for their good ? ," It's hard to say . I mean , how can you judge what's good for them ? Maybe it is best to tell them the truth no matter what it is . " " It's hard to say . I mean , how can you judge what's good for them ? Maybe it is best to tell them the truth no matter what it is . ", But sometimes it is so hard to tell the truth . But sometimes it is so hard to tell the truth . ," I know . If you're sure the truth will do harm , maybe you can choose not to tell it . " "Would you like anything else , sir ? "," May I have some water , please ? " " May I have some water , please ? ", Certainly . Would you like your coffee with your dinner or later ? Certainly . Would you like your coffee with your dinner or later ? ," With my dinner , please . And can you take my order for dessert later ? " " With my dinner , please . And can you take my order for dessert later ? ", Of course . I'm back . , What have you done ? What have you done ? , Going shopping . It tires me too much . Going shopping . It tires me too much . , Why don't you go shopping online ? Why don't you go shopping online ? , Can I ? Can I ? , Why not ? Let me recommend a website . Why not ? Let me recommend a website . , OK . What does it sell ? OK . What does it sell ? , It sells almost everything you can see in the department . It sells almost everything you can see in the department . , That's great . Is everything ready for the Christmas party ? ," Almost . I ’ Ve put up the decorations , and we ’ Ve decorated the Christmas tree with plenty of tinsel and baubles . " " Almost . I ’ Ve put up the decorations , and we ’ Ve decorated the Christmas tree with plenty of tinsel and baubles . "," I like the big star on the top of the tree . I ’ ll put the presents under the tree later , how ’ s the food . " " I like the big star on the top of the tree . I ’ ll put the presents under the tree later , how ’ s the food . "," I ’ Ve prepared most of it already and we ’ Ve got plenty of snack foods-you know , crisps , biscuits , and things . Are you going to make the punch ? " " I ’ Ve prepared most of it already and we ’ Ve got plenty of snack foods-you know , crisps , biscuits , and things . Are you going to make the punch ? ", Yes . I ’ Ve bought all the things to go in it . It won ’ t take long to make . How many people are coming to the party ? Yes . I ’ Ve bought all the things to go in it . It won ’ t take long to make . How many people are coming to the party ? , I think everyone will be coming . Dave don ’ t come because he has to go to his parent ’ s home and they live in Scotland . I think everyone will be coming . Dave don ’ t come because he has to go to his parent ’ s home and they live in Scotland . , Do we have Christmas pudding ? Do we have Christmas pudding ? ," Yes , we do . I hope we have enough for everyone . Did you send out all your Christmas cards in time ? " " Yes , we do . I hope we have enough for everyone . Did you send out all your Christmas cards in time ? "," Yes , I did . I send most of them a week ago . I ’ Ve brought some with me to the party to give to people in person . " " Yes , I did . I send most of them a week ago . I ’ Ve brought some with me to the party to give to people in person . ", I did the same . I spent hours yesterday evening wrapping presents . I hope I didn ’ t forget to buy anyone something ! I did the same . I spent hours yesterday evening wrapping presents . I hope I didn ’ t forget to buy anyone something ! , I hope you didn ’ t forget mine ! "I ’ Ve got this really neat idea , you can hire a car and drive straight there . ", Are you nuts ? What would my friends think if they see me in a hired car ? Are you nuts ? What would my friends think if they see me in a hired car ? , But that ’ s the quickest way to make your plans work . But that ’ s the quickest way to make your plans work . ," Oh this is hard ! Well , I ’ ll see what I can do . " "Hello , Sir , may I help you ? ", Yes . I would like some information for requesting a loan . Yes . I would like some information for requesting a loan . ," Very well , here are the general terms of our loan policies . We pride ourselves in having the lowest interest rate in the country for personal loans . " " Very well , here are the general terms of our loan policies . We pride ourselves in having the lowest interest rate in the country for personal loans . "," I see . So let me get this straight . If I borrow let ’ s say , ten thousand dollars , how much will I have to pay each month ? " " I see . So let me get this straight . If I borrow let ’ s say , ten thousand dollars , how much will I have to pay each month ? "," It depends on how long you take to pay it back . If we lend you ten thousand dollars at an annual interest rate of ten percent for forty eight months , you would have to pay each month a portion of the loan which is called the principal and another small portion of the annual interest rate . This of course is considering that you don ’ t default on a payment ! " " It depends on how long you take to pay it back . If we lend you ten thousand dollars at an annual interest rate of ten percent for forty eight months , you would have to pay each month a portion of the loan which is called the principal and another small portion of the annual interest rate . This of course is considering that you don ’ t default on a payment ! "," It sounds good but , there is just one problem . I have a terrible credit score . " " It sounds good but , there is just one problem . I have a terrible credit score . "," That is a very serious problem you see , the bank must assess your personal information , past loans , assets and any other relevant information such as your credit score in order to approve your loan . " " That is a very serious problem you see , the bank must assess your personal information , past loans , assets and any other relevant information such as your credit score in order to approve your loan . ", You know what ? I don ’ t really need the money . Thanks anyways ! "Excuse me , Mr . Li . I have something to discuss with you . "," I'm in a bit of a hurry , Miss Liu . Can you wait for a minute ? " " I'm in a bit of a hurry , Miss Liu . Can you wait for a minute ? ", I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It's about the overtime you've asked me to put in . I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It's about the overtime you've asked me to put in . , All right . What's the problem ? All right . What's the problem ? ," I really can't work overtime . Because my husband has been ill recently , I must take care of him . " " I really can't work overtime . Because my husband has been ill recently , I must take care of him . ", I'm sorry to hear that . Take good care of your husband . I'll find another one to replace you . "God , I didn ’ t realize . I didn ’ t , I didn ’ t know ... ", ... Who you were with ? I didn ’ t know whom you were with . ... Who you were with ? I didn ’ t know whom you were with . , Excuse me ? Excuse me ? ," Sorry , it ’ s from the Godfather . It ’ s when the , when the movie producer realizes Tom Higgins had emissary of Vito Corleone , it ’ s just before the horse ’ s head ends up in the bed with all the bloody sheets , you know , wakes up , and AAAL ! Never mind . " " Sorry , it ’ s from the Godfather . It ’ s when the , when the movie producer realizes Tom Higgins had emissary of Vito Corleone , it ’ s just before the horse ’ s head ends up in the bed with all the bloody sheets , you know , wakes up , and AAAL ! Never mind . "," You were spying on me , weren ’ t you ? You probably rented those children . " " You were spying on me , weren ’ t you ? You probably rented those children . ", Why would I spy on you ? Why would I spy on you ? ," Because I am your competition which you know perfectly well , or you would not put up that sign just around the corner . " " Because I am your competition which you know perfectly well , or you would not put up that sign just around the corner . ", The entrance to our store is around the corner . And there ’ s no other way of saying that . It ’ s not the name of our store . It ’ s where it is . And you do not own the phrase around the corner . The entrance to our store is around the corner . And there ’ s no other way of saying that . It ’ s not the name of our store . It ’ s where it is . And you do not own the phrase around the corner . , What is that ? What are you doing ? You ’ re taking all the caviar ! That caviar is a garnish ? What is that ? What are you doing ? You ’ re taking all the caviar ! That caviar is a garnish ? ," Look , the reason I came into your store is because I was spending the day with Annabell and matt . And I was buying them presents . I ’ m the type of guy who likes to buy his way into the hearts of children who are his relative . And there ’ s only one place to find a children ’ s book in the neighborhood . That will not always be the case . And it was yours . And it is a charming little bookstore . You probably sell what 350,000 worth of books in a year . " "Excuse me , can you tell me where I can go fishing ? ", I like fishing too . I usually fish near the lake . I like fishing too . I usually fish near the lake . ," I want to go fishing today , but I have left my rod and fishing line at home . " " I want to go fishing today , but I have left my rod and fishing line at home . ", What a shame . Are we going to have dinner tonight ? , What are you planning on making ? What are you planning on making ? , I'm not cooking dinner . I'm not cooking dinner . , The only way you're eating tonight is if you cook . The only way you're eating tonight is if you cook . , I'm not sure what to cook for dinner . I'm not sure what to cook for dinner . , I don't know . What do you want to eat ? I don't know . What do you want to eat ? , I have a taste for some chicken and potatoes . I have a taste for some chicken and potatoes . , That sounds delicious . That sounds delicious . , So are you planning on cooking it ? So are you planning on cooking it ? , I already told you that I'm not cooking tonight . I already told you that I'm not cooking tonight . , I'll cook dinner . I'll cook dinner . , I already know . Start cooking . "Dad , I want to learn how to drive this summer vacation . ", That's a good idea . You'd better hurry up before they've filled all classes . Many people are learning how to drive now . That's a good idea . You'd better hurry up before they've filled all classes . Many people are learning how to drive now . , I will get registered now at once . Do you know any training schools ? I will get registered now at once . Do you know any training schools ? , I am not sure . You can search for them on the Internet . I am not sure . You can search for them on the Internet . ," OK . look , I've typed driver schools , and there are so many results coming out . " " OK . look , I've typed driver schools , and there are so many results coming out . "," Let me see . teetee Training School , summer program , 3,000 Yuan , learn how to drive within one month , and get driver's license within three months . " " Let me see . teetee Training School , summer program , 3,000 Yuan , learn how to drive within one month , and get driver's license within three months . "," 3,000 Yuan is a little bit steep . " " 3,000 Yuan is a little bit steep . "," I think so . Let's see the next one , 3,500 Yuan , summer program . Forget it . " " I think so . Let's see the next one , 3,500 Yuan , summer program . Forget it . ", I've heard that the Ideal Life School is famous . They offer many programs and there are many classes available . The charge is also fair . I've heard that the Ideal Life School is famous . They offer many programs and there are many classes available . The charge is also fair . ," Search on the Internet then , see if we can find something more about it . " " Search on the Internet then , see if we can find something more about it . "," Ah , got it . Ideal Life School , programs " " Ah , got it . Ideal Life School , programs ", Don't worry . Let's check out some other schools . "To get around your difficulty , Mr . Brown , I'd suggest that you reduce your order by half . You can send in an Addi trional order later . "," Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June ? " " Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June ? ", A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered . A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered . , Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ? Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly ? ," Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month . " " Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space - - all this takes time , you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month . "," Very well , Mrs.Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home . " " Very well , Mrs.Wang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the Letter of Credit to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home . ", When will that be ? When will that be ? ," Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit . " " Early next week . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can dispatched promptly after you get my Letter of Credit . "," You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C . " " You can rest assured of that . We'll book you order and inquire for the shipping space now , so that shipment can be effected within two or three weeks of receipt of your L / C . ", That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation . That'll be fine . I appreciate your cooperation . ," Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future . " " Very good . Well , thanks to your cooperation , our discussion has been very pleasant and fruitful . I sincerely hope that the volume of trade between us will be even greater in the future . "," By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ? " " By the way , Mrs . Wang , we have a mind to do joint participation with you on Japanese arts and crafts in our market . Would you entertain this proposal ? "," Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into . " " Well , this is something new . A few of our friends from Europe have also suggested that we participate in joint enterprise with them dealing in some of our goods . We think there are a lot of details to go into . "," If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner . " " If you feel our proposal is attractive , it is estimated that business to the extent of over twenty million marks can be done in this manner . "," Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time . " " Naturally , I appreciate your efforts in pushing the sale of Japanese arts and crafts . But I'm not in a position to discuss your proposal today . I must first talk to our director , and discuss it with you some other time . "," All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect . " " All right . Anyway , I'll be staying here for another two weeks . But I'm looking forward to having something done in this respect . "," We'll talk about it next time . Now that everything is settled , let's have a cup of tea , and take our minds off business for a change . " We have to pick up Conrad before the party . ," Alright , no problem . " " Alright , no problem . ", We're supposed to meet him at Cal's Bar at 10 We're supposed to meet him at Cal's Bar at 10 , Wait a minute . Cal's bar ? Wait a minute . Cal's bar ? , Yes . Yes . , That's a gay bar . That's a gay bar . ," Yes , it is . Conrad is gay . Didn't you know ? " " Yes , it is . Conrad is gay . Didn't you know ? "," I thought he was maybe gay , but I wasn't sure.Anyhow , you don't expect me to go into a gay bar , do you ? " " I thought he was maybe gay , but I wasn't sure.Anyhow , you don't expect me to go into a gay bar , do you ? ", Why not ? We're supposed to meet him there . Why not ? We're supposed to meet him there . , Why doesn't he meet us outside ? Why doesn't he meet us outside ? , Why should he do that ? It isn't illegal for us to go in . Why should he do that ? It isn't illegal for us to go in . ," Yeah , but who wants to go in ? I'm not gay , you know . Why should I go in a gay bar ? " " Yeah , but who wants to go in ? I'm not gay , you know . Why should I go in a gay bar ? ", You sound like you're afraid . You sound like you're afraid . , I just wouldn't be comfortable . I just wouldn't be comfortable . , You've never been in a gay bar before ? You've never been in a gay bar before ? ," No , never . " " No , never . ", But it's just a bar . There's no danger.You shouldn't be so homophobic . But it's just a bar . There's no danger.You shouldn't be so homophobic . , Well ... Well ... ," Listen . If you refuse to go in , Conrad will be offended.You don't hate gay people , do you ? " " Listen . If you refuse to go in , Conrad will be offended.You don't hate gay people , do you ? "," No , I don't . But I never went into a gay bar before . " " No , I don't . But I never went into a gay bar before . "," Don't worry about it . There is nothing strange about it.If Conrad's there , we'll leave for the party.If he's not , we'll sit down and have a drink . " " Don't worry about it . There is nothing strange about it.If Conrad's there , we'll leave for the party.If he's not , we'll sit down and have a drink . "," Okay . I will try it . I suppose it isn't reasonable for me to refuse to go in.After all , gay people aren't afraid to go into normal bars . " " Okay . I will try it . I suppose it isn't reasonable for me to refuse to go in.After all , gay people aren't afraid to go into normal bars . "," I'm glad you feel that way.We ' ll leave in about ten minutes , alright ? " " I'm glad you feel that way.We ' ll leave in about ten minutes , alright ? ", Fine . You missed the film.That ' s a shame . , Is it stimulating ? Is it stimulating ? , Yes . I got very excited . Yes . I got very excited . , I hope I still have chances . "Say , Anna , what are you doing tonight ? Would you like to go out ? "," Oh , sorry , I can't . I'm going to work late tonight . I have to finish this report . " " Oh , sorry , I can't . I'm going to work late tonight . I have to finish this report . "," Well , how about tomorrow night ? Are you doing anything then ? " " Well , how about tomorrow night ? Are you doing anything then ? "," No , I'm not . What are you planning to do ? " " No , I'm not . What are you planning to do ? ", I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ? I'm going to see a musical . Would you like to come ? ," Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn . " " Sure , I'd love to ! But let me pay for the tickets this time . It's my turn . ", All right ! Thanks ! Are you going to vote tomorrow ? , I sure am . How about you ? I sure am . How about you ? , I am . I am . , Do you know where your polling place is ? Do you know where your polling place is ? , My polling place is up the street at the park . My polling place is up the street at the park . ," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? ", Where ’ s yours at ? Where ’ s yours at ? , I ’ m not sure . I ’ m not sure . , You should know that already . You should know that already . , I didn ’ t receive my polling place in the mail . I didn ’ t receive my polling place in the mail . ," You do know that you can look online , right ? " " You do know that you can look online , right ? ", I didn ’ t know that . I ’ ll go look right now . "Honey , I ’ ll be right back ! ", Where are you going ? Where are you going ? , I told you already ! I ’ m going to get my nails done . I told you already ! I ’ m going to get my nails done . ," Again ? You just went last week ! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home ! Honestly , why do you need a manicure every week ? " " Again ? You just went last week ! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home ! Honestly , why do you need a manicure every week ? "," Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me ! " " Well , first of all , I like to pamper myself , and my nails look great . You should come with me ! ", Why ? I don ’ t want to have nail polish or anything like that ! Why ? I don ’ t want to have nail polish or anything like that ! ," They don ’ t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish ! " " They don ’ t only paint my nails ! The manicurist will remove my cuticles , file my nails , and apply at least nails coats of nail polish ! "," Yeah , sounds like something I should definitely do . " "Excuse me , miss.Should I check in here for taking MS121 to Florence ? "," Yes , show me your ticket and passport please . " " Yes , show me your ticket and passport please . ", Here you are . Can I have a seat in the back of the plane ? Here you are . Can I have a seat in the back of the plane ? , No problem . Wish you a nice trip . I see Mike farmer has make it into the Olympic team . He beat the national record by 0.1 of a second . , That ’ s great . He ’ s the best runner I ’ Ve seen this season . I ’ m sure he ’ ll win a medal at the Olympics . That ’ s great . He ’ s the best runner I ’ Ve seen this season . I ’ m sure he ’ ll win a medal at the Olympics . , I think you ’ re right . I think we have a very good athletics team . They should do well in the Olympics . How many medals do you think we ’ ll win ? I think you ’ re right . I think we have a very good athletics team . They should do well in the Olympics . How many medals do you think we ’ ll win ? ," I really don ’ t know . I don ’ t think we ’ ll win many gold medals , but I think we should win several silver and bronze ones . " " I really don ’ t know . I don ’ t think we ’ ll win many gold medals , but I think we should win several silver and bronze ones . ", What do you think our chance are in other events . What do you think our chance are in other events . ," In the last Olympics , we did very well in swimming , cycling and ball sports . I think we ’ ll do well in those same events . " " In the last Olympics , we did very well in swimming , cycling and ball sports . I think we ’ ll do well in those same events . ", We might get a gold medal in the sailing too . Our team put in a lot of practice . We might get a gold medal in the sailing too . Our team put in a lot of practice . , I think we can expect to get between 30 to 40 medals in total . I think we can expect to get between 30 to 40 medals in total . , You are very optimistic ! Look ! It is not working well . Did you try out the bike when you bought it . ," No , there ’ s no need . We can change it within two days if it ’ s not damaged . " " No , there ’ s no need . We can change it within two days if it ’ s not damaged . ", But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride . But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride . , I know . I will pay attention to such a thing next time . What's the matter ? ," Checking out , please . " " Checking out , please . "," Can I have your keys , please ? Thank you . Here's your statement . " " Can I have your keys , please ? Thank you . Here's your statement . ", Excuse me . What are these charges ? Excuse me . What are these charges ? ," Oh , these are the phone charges and these are for something from the bar . " " Oh , these are the phone charges and these are for something from the bar . "," Wait a minute . I made a phone call , but I never made a connection . " " Wait a minute . I made a phone call , but I never made a connection . "," I know , sir . Those aren't telephone company charges . Those are hotel charges . " " I know , sir . Those aren't telephone company charges . Those are hotel charges . ", Isn't that a bit excessive ? Isn't that a bit excessive ? ," I'm sorry , sir . It's our policy . " " I'm sorry , sir . It's our policy . ", OK . Here is the money . OK . Here is the money . , Thank you . Welcome to our hotel again . Hello ? Is that Mark ? , How are you ? I haven't heard from you in ages . How are you ? I haven't heard from you in ages . ," I've been overseas , So have you been busy lately ? " " I've been overseas , So have you been busy lately ? ", Pretty busy.So are you back for good ? Pretty busy.So are you back for good ? ," Yes , I was just wondering when you'd have time to go fishing . " " Yes , I was just wondering when you'd have time to go fishing . "," Well , I'm not working on the weekend , so we could grab some beer , ice and our fishing rods , and head out to the river . " " Well , I'm not working on the weekend , so we could grab some beer , ice and our fishing rods , and head out to the river . ", That sounds good . I've missed you my friend . That sounds good . I've missed you my friend . , Same here . Do you know his sister ? ," Her name is Laura , isn't it ? " " Her name is Laura , isn't it ? ", That's right . That's right . , How old is she ? How old is she ? ," Um ... let me see now , is it 18 or 19 , I can never remember ... 18 ... 19 next birthday . Tthat's it . " " Um ... let me see now , is it 18 or 19 , I can never remember ... 18 ... 19 next birthday . Tthat's it . ", What does she look like ? What does she look like ? , Well ... Well ... ," Pretty , is she ? " " Pretty , is she ? ", Yes ... quite pretty . Besides salary what kind of allowance can I expect ? , We have a kind of floating bonus on a yearly basis . We have a kind of floating bonus on a yearly basis . , Can you elaborate it more concretely ? Can you elaborate it more concretely ? ," Yes . Floating bonus is the kind of bonus that is indeterminate in amount , such as quarterly bonus , bonus at the end of the year . " I have been feeling sick for three days . , I'm most upset to hear that.Are you better now ? I'm most upset to hear that.Are you better now ? , Not much better.Thank you . "Good morning , miss . "," Good morning , I'd like a haircut . " " Good morning , I'd like a haircut . ", How would you like it ? How would you like it ? , Just a trim will do . Did you meet the new girl in our sales department . She is taking the place of Maggie during her alternative leave . ," Did they finally fill that post , how come I haven't seen her ? She must have not been inducted yet . " " Did they finally fill that post , how come I haven't seen her ? She must have not been inducted yet . "," I guess not , They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet , she barely started yesterday . " " I guess not , They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet , she barely started yesterday . ", Is she just working temporarily ? What are they going to do when Maggie comes back from leave . Is she just working temporarily ? What are they going to do when Maggie comes back from leave . ," If the new girl is competent , maybe they will promote her when that time comes . " I need to get my prescription filled . , You may pick it up in twenty minutes . You may pick it up in twenty minutes . ," If I wanted to , could I have it mailed to me ? " " If I wanted to , could I have it mailed to me ? "," Yes , and you can renew this prescription by phone . " " Yes , and you can renew this prescription by phone . ", Are there any special instructions about this medication ? Are there any special instructions about this medication ? , Take it three times a day . Take it three times a day . , Can I take it with food ? Can I take it with food ? , You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol . You should take this medicine with food and no alcohol . , Are there any side effects with this medication ? Are there any side effects with this medication ? ," You might get a little dizzy , but that is it . " What's your email address ? , It's bulldog 123 . It's bulldog 123 . , Bulldog 123 . Are you sure that's all ? Bulldog 123 . Are you sure that's all ? , Yes . Yes . , No . That's incomplete . No . That's incomplete . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , What's your mailing address ? What's your mailing address ? ," 456 Cherry Drive , Pasadena , CA 91170 . " " 456 Cherry Drive , Pasadena , CA 91170 . ", That's correct . That's correct . , So what's the problem ? So what's the problem ? ," Bulldog 123 is just the street . You have to give me the city , state , and ZIP code . " " Bulldog 123 is just the street . You have to give me the city , state , and ZIP code . "," Oh , I get it . My email address is bluedog123@yahoo.com . " "Excuse me , do the buses stop here ? "," Yes , they all stop at this corner . " " Yes , they all stop at this corner . ", I want to go to Broadway and 82nd Street.Can I take any bus that comes along ? I want to go to Broadway and 82nd Street.Can I take any bus that comes along ? , You can take any bus except the Number 9 . You can take any bus except the Number 9 . , How often do the buses run ? How often do the buses run ? , They run about every five minutes . They run about every five minutes . , Fine.How long does it take to get to 82nd Street ? Fine.How long does it take to get to 82nd Street ? , About fifteen minutes.It ' s not far.Are you a stranger in New York ? About fifteen minutes.It ' s not far.Are you a stranger in New York ? ," Yes , I am . I arrived only three days ago from Japan . " " Yes , I am . I arrived only three days ago from Japan . ", How do you like New York city ? How do you like New York city ? ," I like it very much , but it's a little confusing to me . " " I like it very much , but it's a little confusing to me . "," You'll soon get accustomed to it.It ' s not difficult.Well , here's the bus.Fortunately , it's not full . " " You'll soon get accustomed to it.It ' s not difficult.Well , here's the bus.Fortunately , it's not full . ", Thank you for the information . Thank you for the information . , Don't mention it . This is a great meal ! , Thank you . I am glad that everything turned out so well . Thank you . I am glad that everything turned out so well . , Who taught you how to cook this well ? Who taught you how to cook this well ? , I took a cooking class at the Culinary Institute . I took a cooking class at the Culinary Institute . ," Wow , what is in this chicken dish ? " " Wow , what is in this chicken dish ? ", Isn't that great ? That is coconut ginger chicken with rice . Isn't that great ? That is coconut ginger chicken with rice . , Is the soup a shrimp soup ? Is the soup a shrimp soup ? ," Yes , there is shrimp in there along with sea vegetables and lemon grass . " " Yes , there is shrimp in there along with sea vegetables and lemon grass . ", I think I got lucky in choosing a wine that blends with this meal . I think I got lucky in choosing a wine that blends with this meal . , I appreciate you bringing the wine . It goes well with the chicken . "She is , like , mega-intense , isn't she ? "," Ha , she is unstoppable . I'm learning so much from her . " " Ha , she is unstoppable . I'm learning so much from her . ", What's it like to work with her ? What's it like to work with her ? ," She's demanding . But I like that . I mean , I know our timeline is tight . " " She's demanding . But I like that . I mean , I know our timeline is tight . ", Tell me about it . Tell me about it . ," You guys are working around the clock , I know . That guy Dave next to Zina never leaves . " " You guys are working around the clock , I know . That guy Dave next to Zina never leaves . ", Vince wants us to have everything debugged and ready to go by the end of the month . I hear that you are in love with Mike . , You are kidding . You are kidding . , Don't you hit it off ? Don't you hit it off ? ," Although we have many things in common , we'are not soul mates . " "I will travel to Southeast Asia this summer , so I need to exchange some US dollars . Can I get the foreign currency at any bank ? "," I don't think you can . In China , our currency is not freely convertible yet . " " I don't think you can . In China , our currency is not freely convertible yet . ", Do you mean there is no way to get any foreign money ? Do you mean there is no way to get any foreign money ? ," No . You can go to the Bank of China to exchange some US dollars at the current exchange rate of the day you exchange them . The maximum amount you can exchange is $ 2,000 . " " No . You can go to the Bank of China to exchange some US dollars at the current exchange rate of the day you exchange them . The maximum amount you can exchange is $ 2,000 . "," Only $ 2,000 ? Are there any other ways to get the money exchanged ? " " Only $ 2,000 ? Are there any other ways to get the money exchanged ? ", The only official way is to go to Bank of China . The only official way is to go to Bank of China . , I'd better take more dollars with me . It seems that I need to borrow some from my friends . What can I do for you ? ," Well , I'd like some legal advice . Jane and I are thinking of incorporating . So Want to find out what sort of legal procedure one follows in forming a corporation . " " Well , I'd like some legal advice . Jane and I are thinking of incorporating . So Want to find out what sort of legal procedure one follows in forming a corporation . "," You begin by applying for a corporate charter . And then stockholders hold a meeting to organize the corporation , an individual has limited liability and the right . " " You begin by applying for a corporate charter . And then stockholders hold a meeting to organize the corporation , an individual has limited liability and the right . ", I know . I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week . I know . I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week . , OK . OK . , I will give a call . Can I help you ? ," Thank you , but I'm just looking around . How much does this skirt cost ? " " Thank you , but I'm just looking around . How much does this skirt cost ? ", This is the new style.Two hundred and twenty-eight . This is the new style.Two hundred and twenty-eight . , May I try it on ? May I try it on ? ," Of course , please . " " Of course , please . ", Can you give me a better deal ? Can you give me a better deal ? , Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price . Two hundred and ten yuan . It is the lowest price . ," Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it . " " Well , I'll give one hundred and eighty yuan for it . "," Well , two hundred yuan . " " Well , two hundred yuan . "," No , this is my final offer . " " No , this is my final offer . "," OK , I'll wrap it for you . " Tony looks very handsome in the suit . , He prefers suits to jackets . He prefers suits to jackets . ," Judge from his look , he's a very serious person . " " Judge from his look , he's a very serious person . "," As a matter of fact , he is . " "I like watching comedies , like ' Boat ' . Do you like watching comedies too ? "," Not really , I like watching horror movies , like ' The Unborn . ' " " Not really , I like watching horror movies , like ' The Unborn . ' ", You like horror movies ? I don't like them because they're too scary ! I like comedies because I love to laugh . You like horror movies ? I don't like them because they're too scary ! I like comedies because I love to laugh . , I like horror movies because I like to be scared . There's so much to do and so little time . , I know . Did your mom double check on the church reservations ? I know . Did your mom double check on the church reservations ? ," Yes . We're going to be married in my hometown church , the first minute of the new millennium ! " " Yes . We're going to be married in my hometown church , the first minute of the new millennium ! ", OK ... and what about the buffet and the cake ? Did your mom call the caterer ? OK ... and what about the buffet and the cake ? Did your mom call the caterer ? ," All set . And we're having a red bean cake and dim sum for the Taiwanese guests , just like your mom wanted . " " All set . And we're having a red bean cake and dim sum for the Taiwanese guests , just like your mom wanted . ", Great . She'll be so happy . have you finished going through the contract ? ," yes , but I have a few questions for you . " " yes , but I have a few questions for you . ", Ok . Ask away . Ok . Ask away . ," first , I ’ d like to know if you offer employees sick leave . " " first , I ’ d like to know if you offer employees sick leave . "," yes , employees can take up to 10 days of sick leave per year . However , in order to get paid , you ’ ll have to bring in a note from the doctor ’ s . " " yes , employees can take up to 10 days of sick leave per year . However , in order to get paid , you ’ ll have to bring in a note from the doctor ’ s . ", even if I ’ m only sick for one day ? even if I ’ m only sick for one day ? , that ’ s correct . that ’ s correct . ," that ’ s pretty strict , if you ask me . " " that ’ s pretty strict , if you ask me . "," well , we ’ Ve had to add that to the contract because we found that many of our employees were taking almost one sick day a month , even though they weren ’ t sick . " " well , we ’ Ve had to add that to the contract because we found that many of our employees were taking almost one sick day a month , even though they weren ’ t sick . ", I see . I guess that makes sense . I see . I guess that makes sense . , do you have any other questions ? do you have any other questions ? ," yes . Maternity leave is mentioned in the contract , but there ’ s nothing in the contract alout paternity leave . Do you offer anything to fathers ? " " yes . Maternity leave is mentioned in the contract , but there ’ s nothing in the contract alout paternity leave . Do you offer anything to fathers ? ", we do actually . We can add that as an amendment to your contract . we do actually . We can add that as an amendment to your contract . , how many days of paternity leave do you offer ? how many days of paternity leave do you offer ? , men are allowed to take 10 days of paternity leave for their first child . men are allowed to take 10 days of paternity leave for their first child . , why are women allowed so much more time for maternity leave ? why are women allowed so much more time for maternity leave ? ," well , women are the ones giving birth . I think it ’ s fair to give them more time , don ’ t you ? " " well , women are the ones giving birth . I think it ’ s fair to give them more time , don ’ t you ? ", I guess so . I don ’ t have any other questions . Should I sign here then ? I guess so . I don ’ t have any other questions . Should I sign here then ? ," yes , please . " "John , if you don't mind , I'd like to ask you a personal question . ", I don't mind at all . I don't mind at all . , All right . Are you married ? All right . Are you married ? ," To tell you the truth , I'm not married . I'm still single . " " To tell you the truth , I'm not married . I'm still single . "," Then , when do you plan to get married ? " " Then , when do you plan to get married ? ", I don't know . It's still up in the air . Do you have anything to declare ? ," Well , how many tax-free things can I bring with me ? " " Well , how many tax-free things can I bring with me ? ", You can take 100 cigarettes and 2 bottles of wine with you free of charge . You can take 100 cigarettes and 2 bottles of wine with you free of charge . , I think I have nothing to declare . I have just brought a bottle of wine . "Hello , can I help you ? "," Yes , please . I'd like to make a reservation from Hong Kong to Tampa with a stopover in Houston . " " Yes , please . I'd like to make a reservation from Hong Kong to Tampa with a stopover in Houston . ", When to leave ? When to leave ? , I would like to leave Hong Kong September the first and leave Houston for Tampa on September the 12th . I would like to leave Hong Kong September the first and leave Houston for Tampa on September the 12th . ," Ok . Can I have your name , please ? " " Ok . Can I have your name , please ? ", Lily Smith . Lily Smith . , And your telephone number ? And your telephone number ? , Hong Kong side 3854295 . Hong Kong side 3854295 . , OK . Right then . OK . Right then . , Thank you . You got a letter in the mail . , Give it to me . Give it to me . , What is it ? What is it ? , It ’ s from NYU . It ’ s from NYU . , What does it say ? What does it say ? , I didn ’ t get accepted . I didn ’ t get accepted . , You can ’ t be serious ! You can ’ t be serious ! , I ’ m serious . I ’ m serious . , Are you all right ? Are you all right ? , NYU was my first choice . NYU was my first choice . , I ’ m sorry that you didn ’ t get in . I ’ m sorry that you didn ’ t get in . , I ’ ll just have to wait for UCLA . "I'm not comfortable about this , Sandy . I don't understand most of these games . ", That's okay . I can explain a little . That's okay . I can explain a little . , I don't want to lose all my money . I don't want to lose all my money . , Don't worry . You can't lose all your money.because you won't gamble all your money . Don't worry . You can't lose all your money.because you won't gamble all your money . , I guess you're right . I guess you're right . , Of course I'm right . I already told you the rule for Las Vegas . Remember ? Of course I'm right . I already told you the rule for Las Vegas . Remember ? ," Yes , I remember.You must decide how much money you will gamble before you start to play . " " Yes , I remember.You must decide how much money you will gamble before you start to play . "," That's right . That's the best way to have control over yourself.You say to yourself . Tonight I will gamble fifty dollars . Only fifty dollars . No more.If you follow the rule , you can't lose more than fifty dollars . " " That's right . That's the best way to have control over yourself.You say to yourself . Tonight I will gamble fifty dollars . Only fifty dollars . No more.If you follow the rule , you can't lose more than fifty dollars . "," I know it's true , Sandy . But still some people lose control.They start to gamble , and they can't stop . " " I know it's true , Sandy . But still some people lose control.They start to gamble , and they can't stop . ", But I won't let you do that . I will watch you . But I won't let you do that . I will watch you . , Okay . Okay . , So how much do you want to gamble ? So how much do you want to gamble ? , Maybe 500 dollars . Maybe 500 dollars . ," 500 dollars ! That's too much ! You just said you are afraid to lose your money.If you're afraid , why do you want to gamble 500 dollars ? " " 500 dollars ! That's too much ! You just said you are afraid to lose your money.If you're afraid , why do you want to gamble 500 dollars ? ", I don't want people to think I'm stingy . I don't want people to think I'm stingy . ," That is a bad attitude to have , Karen ! If you think that way , Las Vegas will be really dangerous for you . " What type of movies do you like ? ," I like all sorts of movies , primarily drama and science fiction . " " I like all sorts of movies , primarily drama and science fiction . ", That's an interesting combination . How about western movies ? That's an interesting combination . How about western movies ? , Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for . Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for . , Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining . Why don't you like horror ? They're entertaining . ," Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious . " " Some are entertaining , but I find most of them stupid and childish . For example , I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious . ", Ha ha . I know what you mean . But it's just a movie . They need for the characters to do that . How long will you stay in New York ? , Just tor three days . I won't need these luggages.CouId I put them here ? Just tor three days . I won't need these luggages.CouId I put them here ? ," I am sorry . If you have here more than 24 hours between connecting flights , we can't check your luggage through London . " " I am sorry . If you have here more than 24 hours between connecting flights , we can't check your luggage through London . "," Well , maybe I can put them in the airport storage there . " " Well , maybe I can put them in the airport storage there . ", That's right . It's over there . Is Bob home ? , Hold on The winter in Ottawa is freezing . ," From mid-November , snow started to pile up in Ottawa . " " From mid-November , snow started to pile up in Ottawa . ", I think I will be adapted to it . I think I will be adapted to it . ," Although the weather here is very cold , the people are warm . " " Although the weather here is very cold , the people are warm . "," Yes , that's the reason why I remain here . " The kitchen stinks . , I'll throw out the garbage . "Can we sit on the grass , darling ? "," No , you can't , darling . The grass is wet . " " No , you can't , darling . The grass is wet . "," Look , darling ! I can see a bench near that tree . " " Look , darling ! I can see a bench near that tree . "," No , you can't . The bench is wet , too . " " No , you can't . The bench is wet , too . "," It's not raining , darling . The bench isn't wet . " " It's not raining , darling . The bench isn't wet . ", Can't you see a notice on the bench ? Can't you see a notice on the bench ? ," Yes , I can . " " Yes , I can . ", What does the notice say ? What does the notice say ? , It says ' Wet paint ! ' The Canada Day is on the 1st of July . , What is its national anthem ? What is its national anthem ? , The national anthem of Canada is ' O Canada ' . The national anthem of Canada is ' O Canada ' . , Can you sing the song ? Can you sing the song ? ," Yes , I could sing it when I was very young . " So will you come to work with us ? , Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes ? Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes ? , We'll have to negotiate that . It's a possibility . We'll have to negotiate that . It's a possibility . ," You miss me , don't you ? " " You miss me , don't you ? "," Don't push your luck , Dave . " " Don't push your luck , Dave . "," OK , I'm in . When do I start ? " " OK , I'm in . When do I start ? ", As soon as you can get here . We'll be waiting for you . I think it's high time we had lunch . , Of course . I can eat a horse now . Of course . I can eat a horse now . , I am sorry for that . I was so attracted by the beautiful scenery . I am sorry for that . I was so attracted by the beautiful scenery . , Where shall we go now ? A Chinese restaurant or a local one ? Where shall we go now ? A Chinese restaurant or a local one ? , I suppose the local one . "Thank you all for coming to our monthly staff correlation meeting . Today we have a lot of new things to introduce to you all , there will be a lot of changes in company policy to accommodate better employee welfare . ", Employee welfare ? What all does that include ? Employee welfare ? What all does that include ? ," In the past , our welfare program has consisted of benefits packages only , meaning partial health insurance coverage and retirement plan . But we hope to boost morale by increasing incentives and adding additional welfare considerations . " " In the past , our welfare program has consisted of benefits packages only , meaning partial health insurance coverage and retirement plan . But we hope to boost morale by increasing incentives and adding additional welfare considerations . ", What kind of considerations are we talking about ? What kind of considerations are we talking about ? ," It is proposed that from now on , employees will be given 10 paid sick days , in addition to their 2 week vacation periods . They will also be encouraged to maintain proper physical health with a company sponsored aerobics class on Friday nights . We have also consulted with the human resource department and have hired a new liaison between management and employees . Let ’ s all welcome Ms . Michelle Cain to our team as our company ’ s ombudsman . " " It is proposed that from now on , employees will be given 10 paid sick days , in addition to their 2 week vacation periods . They will also be encouraged to maintain proper physical health with a company sponsored aerobics class on Friday nights . We have also consulted with the human resource department and have hired a new liaison between management and employees . Let ’ s all welcome Ms . Michelle Cain to our team as our company ’ s ombudsman . ", Our company now has n ombudsman ? Our company now has n ombudsman ? ," Yes , that ’ s right . From now on , whenever you have a question or concern regarding anything that happens during the work day , Ms . Cain will be your advocate . If you believe there is anything inappropriate or unfair in the management practices , the ombudsman will be the first person you seek . Her job is to have your best interest at heart . " I was wondering if you could go over the services available at EDD to help me get a job . ," The best opportunity is called callous , which is an Internet-based job placement service that you can make use of . " " The best opportunity is called callous , which is an Internet-based job placement service that you can make use of . ", Do I have to have a computer at home ? Do I have to have a computer at home ? , There are computers at our EDD offices for you to use in your job search . There are computers at our EDD offices for you to use in your job search . , Do you have any other services available ? Do you have any other services available ? , We have information available about the job market as well as workshops . We have information available about the job market as well as workshops . , What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ? What kinds of workshops are available at the EDD ? ," We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few . " " We have workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing , to name a few . "," Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ? " " Are there other places , outside of EDD , that I may look for work ? ", College job placement services can help . "Hello , is Marie Ward there , please ? ", I'll see if she is in . I'll see if she is in . , Ok . Ok . , I'm afraid she's out . I'm afraid she's out . ," Can you give her a message , please ? " " Can you give her a message , please ? "," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number . Please tell her to give Colin a call when she gets back . She has my number . , Sure . Sure . , Thank you for your help . Thank you for your help . , It's my pleasure . I'd be a basket case if you think of me that way . I need your understanding . ," I know , I know . But you always bat around without doing things useful . " " I know , I know . But you always bat around without doing things useful . ", Can ’ t you be more considerate ? I need your encouragement . Can ’ t you be more considerate ? I need your encouragement . , All right . Do what you can do now instead of twiddling your thumbs . Excuse me . Do you have this in blue ? ," Yes , we do . That one comes in green blue and red . " " Yes , we do . That one comes in green blue and red . ", And sorry . I can't find the price . How much is it ? And sorry . I can't find the price . How much is it ? ," Oh , that's 39 dollars and 95 cents . It's on the sale at the moment . " " Oh , that's 39 dollars and 95 cents . It's on the sale at the moment . ", OK . Do you have it in extra small ? OK . Do you have it in extra small ? , I'll just go and check for you . Where are you from ? , I'm from Guangzhou . I'm from Guangzhou . , Where in China is Guangzhou ? Where in China is Guangzhou ? , It's in the South of China . Do you know that working overtime in some companies is a regular thing ? , How regular ? How regular ? ," An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey , the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that . " " An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey , the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that . ", You are kidding me ? It is against the labor law . They should be aware of their rights . You are kidding me ? It is against the labor law . They should be aware of their rights . , But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days . But these people say nothing about that . They are worried about losing their job because there is surplus in labor force these days . ," That ’ s not right , somebody should do something . " "Excuse me , miss . Can I have my dinner please ? I am so hungry . "," Sorry , sir . Dinners are available 20 minutes , drinks are served throughout the flight . " " Sorry , sir . Dinners are available 20 minutes , drinks are served throughout the flight . ", Then please give me a cup of coffee . Did you have a part-time job when you were still in school ? ," No , I was way too busy studying all the time . How about you ? " " No , I was way too busy studying all the time . How about you ? "," Yeah , I worked about twenty hours a week in a pizza restaurant . " " Yeah , I worked about twenty hours a week in a pizza restaurant . ", What was that like ? What was that like ? , It was always very busy there . It was always very busy there . , What did you do ? What did you do ? , I stood behind the register and took pizza orders . I stood behind the register and took pizza orders . , Did you get any perks on the job ? Did you get any perks on the job ? ," Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free . " How do you like this dress ? , It's nice . But what kind of dress are you looking for ? It's nice . But what kind of dress are you looking for ? ," Something attractive and dressy . Maybe a little sexy too . New Year's Eve is a special occasion and it only happens once a year , right ? " " Something attractive and dressy . Maybe a little sexy too . New Year's Eve is a special occasion and it only happens once a year , right ? ", Of course . It's common too that we wear something special for our Chinese New Year . Of course . It's common too that we wear something special for our Chinese New Year . , People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve . People here always wear the best clothes they have . Many people go out and buy clothes especially for New Year's Eve . , Any other common customs of your New Year ? Any other common customs of your New Year ? ," Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution . " " Before the New Year , we always send greeting cards to our relatives and friends to wish them a happy year . On the street and in stores people usually greet others with a ' Happy New Year ' . It's also common for people to make a New Year's resolution . ", What's that ? What's that ? ," It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days ! " " It's when people quit a bad habit or do something they find hard to do . Many people resolve to quit smoking , lose weight , or stop nagging their wife , etc . However , it usually lasts only for a few days ! "," By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ? " " By the way , where are you going on New Year's Eve ? "," We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too . " " We're going to a night club for dinner and dancing , then we'll go down to the city square for the big celebration . There's always a fireworks display put on by the local government . We all want you to come too . ", Thanks a lot . What courses did you major in ? ," I took more than 10 subjects including Theoretical Economics , Political Economics , Western Economics , Statistics and so on . In addition to the courses of my major , I took minor courses too . " " I took more than 10 subjects including Theoretical Economics , Political Economics , Western Economics , Statistics and so on . In addition to the courses of my major , I took minor courses too . ", What courses did you minor in ? What courses did you minor in ? , I took computer science and English courses as my minor subjects . How may I help you ? , I would like to return this book . I would like to return this book . , Is that all you need ? Is that all you need ? , I also want to check out this video . I also want to check out this video . , Is that all you would like to check out ? Is that all you would like to check out ? , That ’ s all I need . That ’ s all I need . , Do you have your library card ? Do you have your library card ? , Here it is . Here it is . , Make sure to take proper care of this video . Make sure to take proper care of this video . , That won ’ t be a problem . That won ’ t be a problem . ," If you damage the video , you will be fined . " " If you damage the video , you will be fined . ", I won ’ t damage it . What are you going to take ? ," Roast pork chops with a bottle of red wine , please . Is soup served here ? " " Roast pork chops with a bottle of red wine , please . Is soup served here ? ", Of course . What kind of soup do you like ? Clear or thick ? Of course . What kind of soup do you like ? Clear or thick ? , Clear soup . I think tomato soup is fine . "Good morning , John . Have you finished reading the novel by Dickens borrowed from the library ? ", No . I caught a cold two days ago . I only finish reading half of it . No . I caught a cold two days ago . I only finish reading half of it . , I'm sorry to hear that . How are you feeling now ? I'm sorry to hear that . How are you feeling now ? , I'm feeling better today . I'm feeling better today . , How many days do you plan to finish reading it ? How many days do you plan to finish reading it ? ," About more three days , I think . " " About more three days , I think . "," OK . After three days , I will come to you for it . " " OK . After three days , I will come to you for it . ", No problem . Do you know much about computers ? , Not a great deal . Not a great deal . , I've just been reading an article about them . They'll be used for all sorts of things now . I've just been reading an article about them . They'll be used for all sorts of things now . ," For accounting system and things like that , you mean ? " " For accounting system and things like that , you mean ? "," Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris . " " Yes , but they are used for other things , too . Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris . ", Yes ? Yes ? ," The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets . " " The man asked where we want to go , then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply . A few moment later , he gave us two tickets . "," Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer . " " Of course , his machine must have been connected to a computer . ", That's right . I need to eat something . , You just ate . You just ate . ," I know , but I'm hungry again . " " I know , but I'm hungry again . ", There's no food left from dinner . There's no food left from dinner . , I think I'm going to go make myself a snack . I think I'm going to go make myself a snack . , Do you know what kind of snack that you want ? Do you know what kind of snack that you want ? , I'm not exactly sure . I'm not exactly sure . , Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ? Why don't you make yourself a sandwich or something ? , I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make . I have no idea what kind of sandwich I want to make . , A PB & J is pretty easy to make . A PB & J is pretty easy to make . , I'm going to do that . I'm going to do that . , Knock yourself out . "This place serves good breakfasts , don't you think ? ", Yes . But I'm not used to eating American-style breakfast . Yes . But I'm not used to eating American-style breakfast . , What are you planning to do today ? What are you planning to do today ? , I saw yesterday that they rent windsurfers at the beach . I want to rent one . I saw yesterday that they rent windsurfers at the beach . I want to rent one . , Have you done windsurfing before ? Have you done windsurfing before ? ," No , but it looks fun . I always wanted to try it . " " No , but it looks fun . I always wanted to try it . ", Can you take a little advice from a friend ? Can you take a little advice from a friend ? , Sure . What ? Sure . What ? ," Don't waste your money . Windsurfing is very hard . And it will be windy today.They will charge you fifty dollars for a half-hour , and you won't be able to windsurf.You will fall and fall and fall . " " Don't waste your money . Windsurfing is very hard . And it will be windy today.They will charge you fifty dollars for a half-hour , and you won't be able to windsurf.You will fall and fall and fall . ", But I always wanted to try it . But I always wanted to try it . ," Yes , but it takes a long time to learn.You would spend a thousand dollars to learn it on a rental windsurfer . " " Yes , but it takes a long time to learn.You would spend a thousand dollars to learn it on a rental windsurfer . "," Well , I will see . How was your day at the office ? " I have learnt how to ride a bicycle . I plan to go to the Water Park by bike this weekend . ," Well , you know , the traffic in Beijing is sometimes dangerous . Therefore , I have to remind you of something . First , you should obey the traffic rules , don't break in the red light . Second , don't play a joke with your friends when riding on the bike . Third , do not hurry up when riding , or would make an accident . Finally , remember come on the left and go on the right ! " " Well , you know , the traffic in Beijing is sometimes dangerous . Therefore , I have to remind you of something . First , you should obey the traffic rules , don't break in the red light . Second , don't play a joke with your friends when riding on the bike . Third , do not hurry up when riding , or would make an accident . Finally , remember come on the left and go on the right ! "," Oh , my dear sister , I am no longer a baby ! " I'd like to buy some postcards of Beijing . , How about this set ? How about this set ? ," Looks nice . Okay , I'll take it . " How is everything going with your girlfriend ? , Didn ’ t I tell you ? It ’ s over ! Didn ’ t I tell you ? It ’ s over ! ," Oh , I am sorry to hear that . I did ’ t know that you had split up . What happened ? " " Oh , I am sorry to hear that . I did ’ t know that you had split up . What happened ? "," It was a few things . The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary , but she stood me up ! " " It was a few things . The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary , but she stood me up ! ", Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ’ t show up ? Really ! Did she tell you why she didn ’ t show up ? ," No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home ! " " No , but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home ! ", What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ? What was she thinking ? Did you confront her about it when you saw her ? ," I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone . " " I wanted to , but I knew that if I spoke to her , I'd just blow up at her , so I decided to just go home . I called her later that night , but she didn't answer the phone . ", I can ’ t believe she would do that to you . It ’ s so dishonest---and rude ! I can ’ t believe she would do that to you . It ’ s so dishonest---and rude ! , I know . I still haven ’ t heard from her . The good thing is that I ’ m so angry with her that I don ’ t feel sad about not having her around . I know . I still haven ’ t heard from her . The good thing is that I ’ m so angry with her that I don ’ t feel sad about not having her around . ," I bet you she regrets what she ’ s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ’ t she ? " " I bet you she regrets what she ’ s done . You were such a good catch ! She really lost out , didn ’ t she ? ", I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though . I guess so . It would be nice to know why she did this though . ," I know . It ’ s always nice to have some closure , but I don ’ t think you ’ ll have a problem finding another girlfriend . " "Hi , Lilly , it ’ s so nice to see you again . "," Hum , me too . This winter holiday was especially long . What have you done ? " " Hum , me too . This winter holiday was especially long . What have you done ? "," Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ? " " Nothing special . I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school , visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for . How about yours ? "," You know , I like traveling . I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself . " What can I do for you ? , I want to get my car washed . I want to get my car washed . , Would you like regular car wash package ? Would you like regular car wash package ? , I don't know what you mean . I don't know what you mean . ," Well , we will wash the exterior form top to bottom . We use a special shampoo , which gives the body that extra shine . " " Well , we will wash the exterior form top to bottom . We use a special shampoo , which gives the body that extra shine . ", Do you wash windows ? Do you wash windows ? , Of course . We wash the windows inside and out . Of course . We wash the windows inside and out . , What about the interior ? What about the interior ? ," We use a vacuum cleaner that removes all the dirt , and we throw away all of the trash that we can find . " " We use a vacuum cleaner that removes all the dirt , and we throw away all of the trash that we can find . "," Sounds good , regular car wash package will be OK . " " Sounds good , regular car wash package will be OK . ", OK . I see . Do you have deviled crabs ? ," Yes , sir . It's the specialty of our restaurant . " " Yes , sir . It's the specialty of our restaurant . "," I want an order of that . By the way , I want it hot . I like chili . " " I want an order of that . By the way , I want it hot . I like chili . "," OK , sir . Don't you want to have some drinks ? " " OK , sir . Don't you want to have some drinks ? ", Bring me a bottle of beer . Oh ! ! ! I have a horrible toothache . , You should go to the dentist . You should go to the dentist . , I hate dentists . I hate dentists . ," Well , suffer then . If you have a toothache , you have to go to the dentist . " " Well , suffer then . If you have a toothache , you have to go to the dentist . ", It always hurts . I hate going . It always hurts . I hate going . ," Stop being such a baby . If it really hurts that much , just let them knock you out . " " Stop being such a baby . If it really hurts that much , just let them knock you out . "," O . K . , O . K . , I ’ ll go . " " O . K . , O . K . , I ’ ll go . ", Good . You'll feel better after you do . When do we get off the bus ? , I think we have a while longer . I think we have a while longer . , I feel like we've been on this bus forever . I feel like we've been on this bus forever . , That's true . That's true . , Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ? Are you sure we weren't supposed to get off already ? , I don't know . I don't know . , I thought you knew where we get off at . I thought you knew where we get off at . , I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop . I wasn't really paying attention . I think we missed our stop . , Seriously ? Seriously ? ," Yeah , we definitely missed our stop . " " Yeah , we definitely missed our stop . ", That's the last time I get on a bus with you . That's the last time I get on a bus with you . , My bad.sorry ! "Hey Nick , what are you up to ? "," Not much , just heading over to the shooting range . You wanna come ? " " Not much , just heading over to the shooting range . You wanna come ? ", Seriously ? You mean to fire a real weapon ? I don ’ t know man . Seriously ? You mean to fire a real weapon ? I don ’ t know man . ," Yeah , it will be fun ! I have a 9mm pistol that is really easy to shoot . I also have a revolver that ’ s really fun too ! They have big targets at the range that we could use to practice and improve you " " Yeah , it will be fun ! I have a 9mm pistol that is really easy to shoot . I also have a revolver that ’ s really fun too ! They have big targets at the range that we could use to practice and improve you ", Yeah that would be cool ! Maybe I can also have a try at other weapons like a machine gun or a shotgun ! Maybe even a rocket launcher or an anti tank missile ! Or what about a flame thrower ! Yeah that would be cool ! Maybe I can also have a try at other weapons like a machine gun or a shotgun ! Maybe even a rocket launcher or an anti tank missile ! Or what about a flame thrower ! ," Whoa , take it easy there Rambo . Don ’ t get carried away . These weapons are not toys , and you must first learn how to handle them properly . There are basic rules that you must abide by in order to be " " Whoa , take it easy there Rambo . Don ’ t get carried away . These weapons are not toys , and you must first learn how to handle them properly . There are basic rules that you must abide by in order to be "," Wow , I didn ’ t know ! It always looks so cool and easy in the movies ! " " Wow , I didn ’ t know ! It always looks so cool and easy in the movies ! "," The reality is different you know , running and firing a weapon is a lot harder than in the movies ! So are you ready ? " " The reality is different you know , running and firing a weapon is a lot harder than in the movies ! So are you ready ? ", Let ’ s do it ! What ’ s your city like ? ," It ’ s quite an interesting place to live . The best thing to do in my city is go shopping . There are several indoor and outdoor markets , department stores and shopping malls . " " It ’ s quite an interesting place to live . The best thing to do in my city is go shopping . There are several indoor and outdoor markets , department stores and shopping malls . ", Is the traffic bad in the city centre ? Is the traffic bad in the city centre ? ," Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good . " " Not really . Cars are not permitted in several parts of city centre , especially in the main shopping areas . The public transport system is pretty good . ", What about restaurants and entertainment ? What about restaurants and entertainment ? ," There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s " " There are restaurants with food from all over the world . We have a small china-town near the city centre . There are many Indian , thai , and Italian restaurants all over the city centre . There are many s ", Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ? Is there a lot of nightlife in your city ? ," There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas . " " There are several good clubs near the city centre . Many people in my city prefer something more cultural , so we several theatres and venues for classical music concerts and operas . ", It sounds like a really exciting city to live in . It sounds like a really exciting city to live in . ," It is . I hope you ’ ll have time to come for a visit soon . You really should come during the summer , when the weather is better and there ’ s more happening outdoors . " Where's the toilet ? , Over there . How are the children doing at sport ? , I ’ m very pleased with their performances . Timmy can cover the 100 meters in 12 seconds . That ’ s very fast for a kid his age . I ’ m very pleased with their performances . Timmy can cover the 100 meters in 12 seconds . That ’ s very fast for a kid his age . ," He ’ s not very good at the long jump though , is he ? " " He ’ s not very good at the long jump though , is he ? "," He ’ s not bad . He can jump a distance of over four meters . I think he just prefers running to jumping . Jimmy ’ s very good at the high jump . He can jump over two meters . Again , that ’ s fine for someone hi " " He ’ s not bad . He can jump a distance of over four meters . I think he just prefers running to jumping . Jimmy ’ s very good at the high jump . He can jump over two meters . Again , that ’ s fine for someone hi ", Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ? Two meters ? That means that the high jump bar is above his head ! Are any of them good at long-distance running ? , The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes . The longest race we run is the 1500 meters . A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes . , How are they at swimming ? How are they at swimming ? ," They ’ re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ’ s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ’ re not very fast , but that ’ s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape . " " They ’ re ok . I ask them to swim 500 meters each day . That ’ s 20 lengths of the swimming pool . They ’ re not very fast , but that ’ s ok . I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape . ", Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters . Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters . , I ’ d be afraid to jump from that height ! I ’ d be afraid to jump from that height ! ," I think that these kinds haven ’ t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher . " " I think that these kinds haven ’ t learnt to be afraid yet . She started diving from a lower height , but she soon wanted to go higher . "," It seems that they really enjoy to go faster , higher and further . " "Where do you live , Kim ? ", I live in an apartment downtown . I live in an apartment downtown . ," Oh , that's convenient , but ... how much crime is there ? " " Oh , that's convenient , but ... how much crime is there ? ", Not much . But there is a lot of traffic . I can't stand the noise sometimes ! Where do you live ? Not much . But there is a lot of traffic . I can't stand the noise sometimes ! Where do you live ? , . I have a house in the suburbs . . I have a house in the suburbs . ," Oh , I bet it's really quiet . But is there much to do there ? " " Oh , I bet it's really quiet . But is there much to do there ? "," No , not much . In fact , nothing ever really happens . That's the trouble . " " No , not much . In fact , nothing ever really happens . That's the trouble . ", Hey . Let's trade places one weekend ! Hey . Let's trade places one weekend ! , OK . Great idea ! Have you received any degrees ? ," Yes . In 1996 I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Hebes University , and in 2001 I received my MBA degree from Peking University . " " Yes . In 1996 I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Hebes University , and in 2001 I received my MBA degree from Peking University . ", How about your academic records at college ? How about your academic records at college ? ," In fact my records were excellent . My overall GPA was 9 on a 10 scale , which was the highest in my class . " " In fact my records were excellent . My overall GPA was 9 on a 10 scale , which was the highest in my class . ", That's very impressive . Which course did you like best ? That's very impressive . Which course did you like best ? ," English . It was both interesting and useful , so I showed a great interest in it . " " English . It was both interesting and useful , so I showed a great interest in it . ", Can you tell me why you changed your major when you were a graduate student ? Can you tell me why you changed your major when you were a graduate student ? , Because I am very interested in administration and I did take some courses in it . I also performed well in the subjects . Hence I believe that I can do a good job in this position . Because I am very interested in administration and I did take some courses in it . I also performed well in the subjects . Hence I believe that I can do a good job in this position . , Did you get any honors and awards at college ? Did you get any honors and awards at college ? , Yes . I was awarded a scholarship from the university every year . In 1995 I participated in the National Contest of Maths Models and I won the prize . "You ’ re going to set up your own law office , aren ’ t you ? "," Yes . After so many years of hard work , I ’ d rather I had an office of my own . " " Yes . After so many years of hard work , I ’ d rather I had an office of my own . "," If you need help , don ’ t hesitate to ask me . " " If you need help , don ’ t hesitate to ask me . ", I ’ ll be very glad if you would help . I ’ ll be very glad if you would help . , I ’ d like to wish you every success in your new venture . I ’ d like to wish you every success in your new venture . , Thank you . I wish I would . Thank you . I wish I would . , Good luck to you . Are you done ? , Yes . Yes . , Let me see . Everything looks fine . We ’ ll be taking applications for this position through Friday . We ’ ll start calling for interviews sometime next week . Let me see . Everything looks fine . We ’ ll be taking applications for this position through Friday . We ’ ll start calling for interviews sometime next week . , So can I expect to hear from you to set up an appointment for an interview sometime next week ? So can I expect to hear from you to set up an appointment for an interview sometime next week ? , That ’ s right . That ’ s right . , Thank you very much . Bye-bye . Thank you very much . Bye-bye . , Bye now . There ’ re traffic jams everywhere . , I think something must be done . I think something must be done . , Yeah . We should have more roads built . Yeah . We should have more roads built . , I agree with you . Only in this way can we ease the traffic problems . Do you know that Mary ’ s marriage is on the rocks ? , Really ? I ’ Ve never heard of it ! Really ? I ’ Ve never heard of it ! , I saw her husband have it out with her yesterday . I saw her husband have it out with her yesterday . ," I think Mary must be sad , because she loves her husband very much . " it ’ s such a nice day outside . Let ’ s take a walk into town and do some window-shopping . , you know I hate shopping more than anything else in this world . you know I hate shopping more than anything else in this world . ," I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ’ t cost you anything . " " I know . But we could get some exercise in , and we could get some errands run , too . Window-shopping won ’ t cost you anything . ", what kind of errands do we need to run ? what kind of errands do we need to run ? ," well , we could go to the newsagent ’ s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ’ s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ’ s to pick up your prescription from the doctor . " " well , we could go to the newsagent ’ s to pick up the Sunday paper , go to the butcher ’ s to pick up a chicken for a roast dinner , and to the chemist ’ s to pick up your prescription from the doctor . ", I ’ ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight . I ’ ll only go if we can stop at the office-license to pick up something to drink for tonight . ," fine , we ’ ll do that on the way home , so we don ’ t have to carry it the whole time . " " fine , we ’ ll do that on the way home , so we don ’ t have to carry it the whole time . "," sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers . " " sounds good . You have to promise not go into any of the stores in the mall though . I know how you like to try things on in the fitting rooms , especially if the stores have special offers . ", I promise . We ’ re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ’ t had time for . I promise . We ’ re only going for a walk to get some exercise and to get some things done that we haven ’ t had time for . ," ok , let ’ s go then ! " " ok , let ’ s go then ! ", do you have any money ? do you have any money ? , for what ? for what ? ," for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street . " " for our errands , and maybe a little extra for something from a vendor on the street . ", you said you were only going to window shop ! you said you were only going to window shop ! ," I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market ! " " I agreed to not go into the mall , but I can still look at things in the market ! ", I should have known ... "Fred , have you made the plan for April 28th ? "," Yes , sir . Shall I explain the details of the plan now ? " " Yes , sir . Shall I explain the details of the plan now ? ", You go ! You go ! ," According to your schedule , you will visit the Times Company , including its office building , workshops and stores , in the morning from 8: 30 to 11 " " According to your schedule , you will visit the Times Company , including its office building , workshops and stores , in the morning from 8: 30 to 11 "," Is there anything after the meeting ? In that case , would you add one plan ? I want to visit our guest Mr . Ross after the meeting . Can you arrange it for me ? " Is it all right for me to come in now . Mr . Sutcliffe ? , Well ... I'm pretty busy . but ... all right . come in . What can I do for you ? Well ... I'm pretty busy . but ... all right . come in . What can I do for you ? , Do you mind if I sit down ? Do you mind if I sit down ? ," Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ? " " Not at all . Take a seat . Now , what can I do for you ? ", I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ? I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put in for a transfer ? ," Yes , but why should you want to do that ? " " Yes , but why should you want to do that ? ", Do you mind if I speak frankly ? Do you mind if I speak frankly ? , Not at all . Go ahead . Not at all . Go ahead . ," Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ? " " Well , you see . I don't like the office . I don't like the staff and I'm afraid you and I don't get on . So may I put in for a transfer ? ", Yes . I'd delighted if you did . I miss grandma . I dreamed about her yesterday . ," Dear , let ’ s drop the subject . " "We're thinking of ordering fifty refrigerators . But , there's one problem . ", What's that ? I thought our negotiation went very well . What's that ? I thought our negotiation went very well . , The only problem is the price . It's not possible for us to make any sales at this price . The only problem is the price . It's not possible for us to make any sales at this price . , $ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer . $ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer . , I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies . I'm afraid I can't agree with you there . Your price is much higher than other companies . ," You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable . " " You get what you pay for , considering the high quality , our price is very reasonable . "," I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away . " " I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality . If you could go a little lower , we'll place the order right away . "," Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first . " " Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem , let me talk to our general manager first . "," All right , we'll wait for your answer . " Good day ! What can we do for you ? ," I'm considering buying a new car , the old one hasn't been running too well recently , and was wondering what kind of credit you can offer me . " " I'm considering buying a new car , the old one hasn't been running too well recently , and was wondering what kind of credit you can offer me . "," Buying a new car is a big expense ; we understand that , so we have a variety of loans to suit your needs . " " Buying a new car is a big expense ; we understand that , so we have a variety of loans to suit your needs . "," That's great . I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum , though . " " That's great . I'm looking to borrow quite a large sum , though . "," With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price . " " With our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan , the borrower can borrow up to 80 % of the purchase price . "," That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself . " " That's good news . The car I'm interested in is priced at 120,000 RIB , but I think I can get a bit of discount on that . I can afford to put up around 40,000 RIB myself . "," That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this . " " That's great . You will need to make an initial down payment of 20 % , and then we can get going with this . "," The funds are all ready to go in my personal account , so let's transfer it . " They promised us a sea view . ," Well , you can just see the sea . Between the factory chimneys . " " Well , you can just see the sea . Between the factory chimneys . ", Isn't it awful ? I can't bear to look at it . I don't think I can stand this place for two weeks . Isn't it awful ? I can't bear to look at it . I don't think I can stand this place for two weeks . ," Well , it can't be helped . We'll just have to put up with it . " Hello Mike ! Would you like a drink ? ," No , thank you . I had too much to drink yesterday evening . I had a bad hangover this morning . My head felt terrible . " " No , thank you . I had too much to drink yesterday evening . I had a bad hangover this morning . My head felt terrible . ", Were you celebrating something ? Were you celebrating something ? ," Yes . It was a friend ’ s birthday party . We drank all kinds of things-beer , wine and spirits . After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails ! " " Yes . It was a friend ’ s birthday party . We drank all kinds of things-beer , wine and spirits . After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails ! ", It ’ s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening . It ’ s a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks . You should stick with one for the whole evening . ," I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ’ t think I ’ Ve see you drunk . " " I know , but it was a celebration , you Kwon ? I don ’ t think I ’ Ve see you drunk . ", I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints . I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints . ," You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ’ m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ’ t ’ want another bad hangover . " " You are a sensible drinker . Anyway , I ’ m not going to drink any alcohol this evening . I don ’ t ’ want another bad hangover . ", Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ? Let me buy you a soft drink then . How about a coke ? , Yeah . That ’ s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine . Yeah . That ’ s a good idea . I heard that coke was first used as a medicine . ," Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ’ s the money . " " Rally ? ... barman ! ... a large coke with ice and lemon , please ... thanks . Here ’ s the money . ", Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ? Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow ? , Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ... Yes . I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine ... , ... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not . ... and taste a few ! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not . , Yes . I ’ m looking forward to it . How are Zina's new programmers working out ? ," I hate to admit it , but they're good . And fast . The Filipino kid is a genius . " " I hate to admit it , but they're good . And fast . The Filipino kid is a genius . "," So you'll make the Stars.com deadline , and have us up and running next week ? " " So you'll make the Stars.com deadline , and have us up and running next week ? "," It'll be close , but we'll make it . " " It'll be close , but we'll make it . "," Good . After Stars.com starts paying us , we won't need Vikam's cash anymore . " " Good . After Stars.com starts paying us , we won't need Vikam's cash anymore . "," And if we don't need them , we won't need Zina , either . " How do I get to the post office from school ? ," Turn right outside the school ; go along until you come to the main road ; turn left ; go straight ahead , straight on at the roundabout , down the hill , and turn left at the bottom . " " Turn right outside the school ; go along until you come to the main road ; turn left ; go straight ahead , straight on at the roundabout , down the hill , and turn left at the bottom . "," OK , I see . Thank you very much . " " OK , I see . Thank you very much . ", You are welcome . Hope you can find it soon . "Devi , do you have any preference for where you would like to go for dinner for your birthday ? ", I don't really know where I want to go . I am having trouble thinking of a particular restaurant . I don't really know where I want to go . I am having trouble thinking of a particular restaurant . , There is a great restaurant directory here in the weekend section of the newspaper . There is a great restaurant directory here in the weekend section of the newspaper . ," OK , we could look at that . " " OK , we could look at that . ", Do you have a particular type of food that you would like ? Do you have a particular type of food that you would like ? , I really like Japanese or Thai food . I really like Japanese or Thai food . ," That Japanese restaurant , Shogun , got good reviews . " " That Japanese restaurant , Shogun , got good reviews . ", Oh yeah ! I saw a review of that restaurant on television . The reviewer loved it ! Oh yeah ! I saw a review of that restaurant on television . The reviewer loved it ! , Would that be a place that you might like to go to for your birthday ? Would that be a place that you might like to go to for your birthday ? , That would work out great ! Why don't we call and get a reservation ? "Are you ready to order now , sir ? "," Yes , I'll have a steak , please . " " Yes , I'll have a steak , please . "," How would you like the steak , rare , medium , or well-done ? " " How would you like the steak , rare , medium , or well-done ? "," Rare , please . " " Rare , please . ", Would you like something to drink ? Would you like something to drink ? ," Coffee , please . " "My dear , what's for supper ? ", Red cooked carp and rape with fresh mushrooms . Red cooked carp and rape with fresh mushrooms . , What about soup ? What about soup ? , Sour-peppery soup . Sour-peppery soup . , Which condiment do you use for ? Which condiment do you use for ? ," I'll use ginger , garlic scallion , hot pepper and vinegar . " " I'll use ginger , garlic scallion , hot pepper and vinegar . "," Very good , need I help you ? " " Very good , need I help you ? "," No , don't need , I can do myself . " " No , don't need , I can do myself . ", Thanks . I can watch TV now . Thanks . I can watch TV now . , But you must cook that dinner next time . But you must cook that dinner next time . ," Okay , I'll do it next time . " "Sorry , I have to rush off and catch the 9 o'clock train to Paris . ", Then you must hurry up.There ' s only ten minutes left . Then you must hurry up.There ' s only ten minutes left . , Until we meet again . "Let's go to the cinema tonight , shall we ? ", Good idea . Is there a good movie on ? Good idea . Is there a good movie on ? , What about ' Farewell My Concubine ' ? I've been wanting to see it for a long time . What about ' Farewell My Concubine ' ? I've been wanting to see it for a long time . , All right . But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose . All right . But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose . , My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening . My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening . , What time does it begin ? What time does it begin ? , At eight thirty . At eight thirty . , I'll come for you at about eight . I'll come for you at about eight . ," OK , I'll be waiting . " "Hey , David . Would you like some drinks ? ", OK . Shall we go to a bar ? OK . Shall we go to a bar ? , Good idea . I like hanging out in bars at night . Good idea . I like hanging out in bars at night . , Why ? Why ? , For killing time and making new friends . For killing time and making new friends . , Don't you think it ’ s too noisy here ? The rock music ! I can hardly bear it . Don't you think it ’ s too noisy here ? The rock music ! I can hardly bear it . , Calm down ! My little guy ! You'll get used to that after you come here several times . Calm down ! My little guy ! You'll get used to that after you come here several times . ," Well , I'll try . Then what would you like to drink ? It's on me . " " Well , I'll try . Then what would you like to drink ? It's on me . ", I'd like a gin and tonic . What can I do for you ? , I'd like to buy some milk powder . What would you recommend ? I'd like to buy some milk powder . What would you recommend ? , We have many kinds of different purpose . I wonder whom you are buying for ? We have many kinds of different purpose . I wonder whom you are buying for ? , My son . He is two years old . My son . He is two years old . ," I see , sir . This one is very good . " " I see , sir . This one is very good . ", Is it ? Is it ? , You may rest assured . It sells well . You may rest assured . It sells well . , May I have a look at the introduction ? May I have a look at the introduction ? , Certainly . Here it is . How much is this shirt ? , 80 yuan . 80 yuan . ," It's rather expensive , isn't it ? " " It's rather expensive , isn't it ? ", It's a bit . But I can give you a discount . It's a bit . But I can give you a discount . , How about 50 yuan ? How about 50 yuan ? , No . I'm afraid the price is too low . No . I'm afraid the price is too low . ," Then let's split the difference and I'll give you 60 yuan , OK ? " " Then let's split the difference and I'll give you 60 yuan , OK ? "," I'm sorry , but I think you should give me no less than 65 yuan . " " I'm sorry , but I think you should give me no less than 65 yuan . ", All right . It was really hard for our parents to save money when they were young . , Most people were living form hand to mouth . How could they ? Most people were living form hand to mouth . How could they ? , Yeah . They simply had no extra money to save up or for other things . Yeah . They simply had no extra money to save up or for other things . ," Fortunately , things are changing these years . " "Good morning , I would like to reserve a berth . ", Which train do you like ? Which train do you like ? , T112 to Washington please . T112 to Washington please . , May I have your name ? May I have your name ? , That's Lincoln . How will you ship the order ? ," Air freight is the quickest and safest way , I think . " " Air freight is the quickest and safest way , I think . ", But the freight cost will be higher and that will affect the retail price . can I get you something to drink ? ," sure , but I don't drink much . So I don't know what to order . " " sure , but I don't drink much . So I don't know what to order . ", so how about an aperitif ? so how about an aperitif ? , it sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare . it sounds good . I'd like to start with a Compare . , stirred or shaken ? stirred or shaken ? , stirred will be fine . stirred will be fine . , here you are . here you are . , thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ? thanks . Does the bar have a signature drink ? , sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail . sure . All of our mixed drinks are excellent . You can also try a delicious non-alcoholic cocktail . , can you recommend one ? can you recommend one ? , try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice . try a Singer . It has lime juice and grenadine over ice . , it sounds interesting . I'll take one . it sounds interesting . I'll take one . , here we go . here we go . , it tastes great . it tastes great . , enjoy yourself . enjoy yourself . , yeah . Hi ! Dear ! I'm waiting for you . , I know that . I know that . ," You know , although we've chatted twice , I've been thinking of you already . " " You know , although we've chatted twice , I've been thinking of you already . "," Me too . I want to know more about you , eg , what's your real name and what do you look like ... " " Me too . I want to know more about you , eg , what's your real name and what do you look like ... ", & you ? & you ? ," Look , I am playing the piano for you . " " Look , I am playing the piano for you . "," Oh , thanks . I wanna see the real you . " " Oh , thanks . I wanna see the real you . "," Sorry , I have no photo in my computer . And I have no scanner . I will show you later . " " Sorry , I have no photo in my computer . And I have no scanner . I will show you later . ", OK ! Before that I'll take this one as you . OK ! Before that I'll take this one as you . , Ha ! She is too little . Ha ! She is too little . ," Cute , like you . " " Cute , like you . ", I want to tell you that I like you I want to tell you that I like you , Me too . Send you a kiss ... Me too . Send you a kiss ... , Thx . "Are you ready to order now , Sir ? "," May I have the menu , please ? " " May I have the menu , please ? "," Yes , here you go . " " Yes , here you go . "," I'd like to have some local specialties . Would you recommend for me , please ? " " I'd like to have some local specialties . Would you recommend for me , please ? "," Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant . " " Sure , the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant . ", OK . We'll take it . OK . We'll take it . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce . A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce . , How about drink ? How about drink ? ," Coffee , only black coffee , " "Good morning , Miss.Are there boat tickets to Miami on the first of September "," Yes , there are . What cabin would you like ? " " Yes , there are . What cabin would you like ? ", I'd like the first-class cabin for two . What's the fare ? I'd like the first-class cabin for two . What's the fare ? , It is 150 dollars each . It is 150 dollars each . , How long is the boat time-table effective ? How long is the boat time-table effective ? , The boat time-table is effective from the first of August till the first of November The boat time-table is effective from the first of August till the first of November , I want to know what port does our ship stop at ? I want to know what port does our ship stop at ? , The ship will stop at New York . The ship will stop at New York . , How long will the trip take from here to New York ? How long will the trip take from here to New York ? , It will take 5 days . It will take 5 days . , Thank you . Do you have any plan to buy a house in this city ? , Absolutely we need a house here . But what makes me upset is the prices in this city . Absolutely we need a house here . But what makes me upset is the prices in this city . , Our monthly salary can not buy one square meter of the house here . Our monthly salary can not buy one square meter of the house here . , It is depressing to hear the price goes higher and higher . It is depressing to hear the price goes higher and higher . ," More and more people need to buy houses , but the market can not meet the needs , so this caused the bubble in real estate industry . " " More and more people need to buy houses , but the market can not meet the needs , so this caused the bubble in real estate industry . "," And the rich still wants to buy more , even though they have at least one house to live . " " And the rich still wants to buy more , even though they have at least one house to live . "," Have you watched the TV series , Humble Abode ? " " Have you watched the TV series , Humble Abode ? "," Yes , it displays some social problems and interprets the values of our white-collars . " " Yes , it displays some social problems and interprets the values of our white-collars . "," I really , really want a house , even though it is small like a snail house . " "Good morning , sir . Here is the hotel's sauna room . What can I do for you ? ", Yes . This is the first time I've come here . Could you please tell me something about it ? Yes . This is the first time I've come here . Could you please tell me something about it ? ," Sure Those who have heart disease or high blood pressure are not allowed to take sauna , for their sake . " " Sure Those who have heart disease or high blood pressure are not allowed to take sauna , for their sake . ", Thank you for telling me about this . What should I do here ? Thank you for telling me about this . What should I do here ? ," First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower . " " First , change your shoes to slippers . Then walk up to the changing room to get prepared for a shower . ", OK . How about after the shower ? OK . How about after the shower ? ," After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin . " " After the shower , step into the washroom with birch switches , dip them in the warm water and briskly whisk them over your skin . ", That sounds comfortable . That sounds comfortable . ," Yes , then enter the bathroom , There is a stove tired with wood in the room , and on the top of the stove , there is a pile of stones , which keep the heat . Throw some water on the stones , and dry steam is given off . " Scientists have found a second solar system in the universe . , What's the second solar system ? What's the second solar system ? ," It's just a system like ours , with a star and a number of planets going around it . " " It's just a system like ours , with a star and a number of planets going around it . ", Is this good news or bad news ? Is this good news or bad news ? ," It's exciting news ! If we find a second solar system , we might find a second earth ! " " It's exciting news ! If we find a second solar system , we might find a second earth ! ", You mean with people on it ? You mean with people on it ? , Yes ! Isn't that exciting ? "You've heard of Bruce Jenner , haven't you ? "," He won the decathlon in the 1976 Olympics , right ? " " He won the decathlon in the 1976 Olympics , right ? ", I read that he trained so much that he used to dream about jumping hurdles . I read that he trained so much that he used to dream about jumping hurdles . , I can think of better things to dream about ... I can think of better things to dream about ... ," Sometimes he would wake up covered in sweat , with his legs pumping away . " " Sometimes he would wake up covered in sweat , with his legs pumping away . ", That's crazy . He has a girlfriend already . , You are kidding ! He just broke up with Ann . You are kidding ! He just broke up with Ann . , Her new girlfriend is a far cry from Ann . She is like a breath of fresh air . Her new girlfriend is a far cry from Ann . She is like a breath of fresh air . , I hope I will meet her soon . What was the last movie you saw ? ," A Korean film called Friends , starring Sang Dong-gun . " " A Korean film called Friends , starring Sang Dong-gun . "," Really ? I've seen that movie , too . " " Really ? I've seen that movie , too . ", How did you like the movie ? How did you like the movie ? , I thought it was pretty good . I thought it was pretty good . , Really ? I can't say I agree . Really ? I can't say I agree . , You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding . You're kidding . The story and acting were outstanding . ," I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed . " " I guess I expected too much from the movie , so I was a bit disappointed . ", I guess it could happen . A friend of mine is now in the big house . He was caught red-handed for selling cocaine . , That is a deadly risky business . He should have it coming on him . That is a deadly risky business . He should have it coming on him . , He must be regretting about having done the business . He must be regretting about having done the business . , I bet he is . He domed his own life . How long have you been living in New York ? ," Oh , about two years now . " " Oh , about two years now . ", Where do your parents live ? Where do your parents live ? , They still live in Shanghai where I was born . They still live in Shanghai where I was born . , Do you write or call them very much ? Do you write or call them very much ? ," Yes , I try to keep in touch with them . " "Hello , I was wondering if I could talk with the apartment manager . ", I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ? I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ? , I was wondering if the apartment on Main Street is still available . I was wondering if the apartment on Main Street is still available . ," Yes , it's still vacant . Are you interested in seeing it ? " " Yes , it's still vacant . Are you interested in seeing it ? "," Yes , I would love to see the apartment . " " Yes , I would love to see the apartment . ", I will be at the apartment today at 6 I will be at the apartment today at 6 ," Yes , I can be there at 6 . " " Yes , I can be there at 6 . ", Great . I'll see you at 6 . Do you know where it is ? Great . I'll see you at 6 . Do you know where it is ? ," Yes , I have a friend who lives in that neighborhood . " " Yes , I have a friend who lives in that neighborhood . ", I'll be bringing an application form . I'll be bringing an application form . ," OK , should I bring anything with me ? " " OK , should I bring anything with me ? "," No . I might need to see your ID card , but that's about it . " "Jack , do say good-bye for me to the host . I've got to run . ", Why are you in such a hurry ? Why are you in such a hurry ? , My old man does not allow me to go back later than 11 p . m . Bye ! My old man does not allow me to go back later than 11 p . m . Bye ! , Bye ! "Hi , Steven . You have finished a wonderful project recently . "," Oh , yeah , A . Thank you for approving my job . " " Oh , yeah , A . Thank you for approving my job . ", Don't be proud . You'll gain a lot in the following job . Don't be proud . You'll gain a lot in the following job . ," Yeah , I believe it , but I want to know if you will give me a raise . " " Yeah , I believe it , but I want to know if you will give me a raise . "," B , talking about salary is not smart . You are a new manager and you'd better learn more professional skills . " " B , talking about salary is not smart . You are a new manager and you'd better learn more professional skills . "," You are right , boss , but I need specific confirm to keep the future work better . " " You are right , boss , but I need specific confirm to keep the future work better . "," Okay , You are such a good talker . " "To get around your difficulty , Mr Smith . I'd suggest that you reduce your order by half . You can send in an additional order later . "," Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I have to open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June . " " Well , I'll consider the possibility . By the way , when do I have to open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June . ", A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered . " Getting the goods ready , making out the documents and booking the shipping space , all this takes time you know . You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month . "," Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home . " " Very well , Mr Zhang . I'll not reduce my order . I'll take the full quantity you offer . And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home . ", When will that be ? When will that be ? ," Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB " " Early next month . In the meantime , I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready . I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / CB ", You can rest assured of that . Do you play cards ? , Of course and very well . Of course and very well . ," What's the English for Hongtao , Leitao , Meihua and Fangpian ? " " What's the English for Hongtao , Leitao , Meihua and Fangpian ? "," Oh , very easy . They are heart , spade , club and diamond . " I would like to pick a time to look at houses with you . , Would mornings or afternoons be best for you ? Would mornings or afternoons be best for you ? , It is easier for me to take off work in the afternoon . It is easier for me to take off work in the afternoon . , It is best if we can go during the week ; does that work for you ? It is best if we can go during the week ; does that work for you ? ," Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend . " " Because of work , I can only go look at houses on the weekend . "," Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ? " " Would you like to meet at the real estate office , or should I pick you up at home ? "," If you could pick me up at home , that would be great . " " If you could pick me up at home , that would be great . ", We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see . We could spend most of the day looking at houses to see all that we have to see . ," That might be a little too much , but we ’ ll see how it goes . " " That might be a little too much , but we ’ ll see how it goes . ", I will fax you a schedule as soon as I contact the owners to confirm the times . "You look pale , you must have poor health . ", Yeah . You said it . Yeah . You said it . , Why not go to see the doctor ? Why not go to see the doctor ? , I ’ Ve done that . The doctor advised me to cut out smoking and drinking . "Well , to come straight to the point , could you tell us something about your new price ? ", Most willingly . It's 600 dollars per ton . Most willingly . It's 600 dollars per ton . , That's a high price . That's a high price . ," But you know , the price of this article has soared up since last year . " " But you know , the price of this article has soared up since last year . "," I know . But I must say it's still unacceptable . Couldn't you make a discount for me ? You see , we have such a long-term cooperation . And our business could be mutually beneficial . " " I know . But I must say it's still unacceptable . Couldn't you make a discount for me ? You see , we have such a long-term cooperation . And our business could be mutually beneficial . ", OK . I can make a special offer for you . This price is based on careful calculations . And it is the lowest price we can offer to you . I came here to get a chest X-ray . ," I will need you to take your clothes off from the waist up and put on the gown , leaving the opening in the back . " " I will need you to take your clothes off from the waist up and put on the gown , leaving the opening in the back . ", What comes next ? What comes next ? , I will need you to face this glass plate right over here . I will need you to face this glass plate right over here . , Should I do anything else ? Should I do anything else ? , Your arms need to be raised to shoulder height . Your arms need to be raised to shoulder height . , Is this OK ? Is this OK ? ," So far , so good . " " So far , so good . ", How come you are walking away ? How come you are walking away ? ," I am not leaving . I just need you to take a really deep breath , hold it , and then let it out . " " I am not leaving . I just need you to take a really deep breath , hold it , and then let it out . ", Will I be finished then ? Will I be finished then ? , You will be able to put your clothes on as soon as I have checked the film . "Good morning , this is Mary . "," Good morning , this is Jane . This is Apple Co . Ltd . " " Good morning , this is Jane . This is Apple Co . Ltd . "," Hello , Jane ! Is that the Human Resource Department ? " " Hello , Jane ! Is that the Human Resource Department ? "," Yes , this is . May I help you ? " " Yes , this is . May I help you ? ", I had an interview with your company two weeks ago . I am calling to ask about the interview result . I hope you can give me a positive reply . I had an interview with your company two weeks ago . I am calling to ask about the interview result . I hope you can give me a positive reply . ," Oh , the results have come out , and I can tell you ... Yes , I find your name . You are hired . Congratulations ! " " Oh , the results have come out , and I can tell you ... Yes , I find your name . You are hired . Congratulations ! ", Thank you ! I am glad to hear that . When would it be convenient for me to start working ? Thank you ! I am glad to hear that . When would it be convenient for me to start working ? , Next Monday morning . Next Monday morning . , What is the starting salary for me ? What is the starting salary for me ? ," Your starting salary is 2500 yuan a month , and after you become a permanent employee , it will be higher . " " Your starting salary is 2500 yuan a month , and after you become a permanent employee , it will be higher . ", I appreciate the offer . I will come on time next Monday . See you then ! I appreciate the offer . I will come on time next Monday . See you then ! , See you ! "Could you tell me the right time , please ? ", Well . My watch says five past two . But it ’ s no use rely on it because it has been gaining and losing these last a few days . Well . My watch says five past two . But it ’ s no use rely on it because it has been gaining and losing these last a few days . , You have to go and fix it . You have to go and fix it . , Yes . I will . "Excuse me . Can you direct me to the toy department , please ? "," It's on the 7th floor . As you get off the elevator , you'll see it on your left . " " It's on the 7th floor . As you get off the elevator , you'll see it on your left . ", Can you direct me to the elevator ? Can you direct me to the elevator ? , Sure . Go straight ahead and you'll walk into it . Sure . Go straight ahead and you'll walk into it . , Thank you . So how was your interview ? , I haven't gone to the interview yet . It's tomorrow . I am so nervous . I haven't gone to the interview yet . It's tomorrow . I am so nervous . , Don't worry . You should do fine . You have the experience . Don't worry . You should do fine . You have the experience . , I hope so . I hope so . ," Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are . " " Remember , they want someone who works well with people . You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are . "," Thanks , I'll keep that in mind . " I'll be late because I have waited so long ! , Don't worry.The bus will arrive soon . Don't worry.The bus will arrive soon . , I'd better take a taxi . I'd better take a taxi . , That's no use.This is morning rush hour . What a police officer ! , I ’ Ve never seem such a scene either except in films . I ’ Ve never seem such a scene either except in films . ," It ’ s really unimaginable . The police officer screamed at the driver and used bad language , but the driver took it on the chin . " "Good evening , sir . What can I do for you ? "," Bourbon , please . " " Bourbon , please . "," How would you like your Bourbon , straight or on the rock ? " " How would you like your Bourbon , straight or on the rock ? "," With iced water , please . " " With iced water , please . "," Here you are , sir . Bourbon with iced water . " " Here you are , sir . Bourbon with iced water . ", Thank you . Now how much do I owe you ? Thank you . Now how much do I owe you ? , The bourbon is 15 dollars plus 10 % service charge . So the total is 16.5 dollars . The bourbon is 15 dollars plus 10 % service charge . So the total is 16.5 dollars . , That is OK . Here is 20 dollars and you can keep the change . That is OK . Here is 20 dollars and you can keep the change . , Thanks a lot . "Ashley , what a great dinner party ! "," Thank you , Joe . What would you like to drink with your meal ? I can offer you wine , mango juice , or water . " " Thank you , Joe . What would you like to drink with your meal ? I can offer you wine , mango juice , or water . ", Just water would be fine . Just water would be fine . , Excellent choice . Can I dish you up some chicken ? Excellent choice . Can I dish you up some chicken ? ," Yes , the chicken looks wonderful ! " " Yes , the chicken looks wonderful ! ", How about some salad to go with your chicken ? How about some salad to go with your chicken ? ," Sure , I love salad ! " " Sure , I love salad ! ", Would you like to have rice with your chicken ? Would you like to have rice with your chicken ? ," Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken ! " " Yes , I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken ! "," Good ! Julie , if you could pass this plate down to Joe , I think we are all set . " I'm in heaven ! A Whirlpool dryer ! ," I love them , too . Let's move into the kitchen . Wait until you see the refrigerator . " " I love them , too . Let's move into the kitchen . Wait until you see the refrigerator . ", This is too good to be true . This is too good to be true . ," And the stove is brand new . You know how to use a gas stove , right ? " " And the stove is brand new . You know how to use a gas stove , right ? "," Yes . We've lived in Taiwan for a while . I had a gas stove in the States , too . " " Yes . We've lived in Taiwan for a while . I had a gas stove in the States , too . "," It's better for cooking Chinese food . Well , what do you think ? " " It's better for cooking Chinese food . Well , what do you think ? ", We love it . But we'd like to know about the neighbors . Do you have any questions ? ," Yes , do I have to work a whole year before I can take a vacation ? " " Yes , do I have to work a whole year before I can take a vacation ? "," Yes , after you ’ Ve been here a year , you qualify for a three-day vacation " " Yes , after you ’ Ve been here a year , you qualify for a three-day vacation ", Only three days ? Only three days ? , That's the company policy . That's the company policy . ," What happens if I use up my sick days before the end of the year ? If I ’ m sick an extra day or two , will my pay be deducted ? " " What happens if I use up my sick days before the end of the year ? If I ’ m sick an extra day or two , will my pay be deducted ? ", Yes . That's the company policy . Yes . That's the company policy . , It was the same as the last place I worked at . I was hoping you ’ d be different . Do you have change for a hundred ? , Sure . "Mom , can we get cable TV or a satellite dish ? "," It costs money , dear . What ’ s wrong with the regular television stations ? " " It costs money , dear . What ’ s wrong with the regular television stations ? ", The shows are dull and they ’ re too many advertisements . The shows are dull and they ’ re too many advertisements . ," Well , you already watch too much TV instead of doing your homework , anyway . " " Well , you already watch too much TV instead of doing your homework , anyway . ", There ’ re educational stations too . I could learn while I watched TV . There ’ re educational stations too . I could learn while I watched TV . ," Well , that ’ s true , but you ’ d probably only watch cartoons and action movies . " " Well , that ’ s true , but you ’ d probably only watch cartoons and action movies . ", No I wouldn ’ t ... can ’ t we get cable ? Everybody has cable . No I wouldn ’ t ... can ’ t we get cable ? Everybody has cable . ," Well , if everybody jumped off a bridge , would you jump too ? " " Well , if everybody jumped off a bridge , would you jump too ? ", Mom ! ! ! Please . All my friends have had it for years . Mom ! ! ! Please . All my friends have had it for years . , Get new friends . Get new friends . , Why are you always so mean ? Why are you always so mean ? , Because you ’ d end up spoiled rotten if I wasn ’ t . Because you ’ d end up spoiled rotten if I wasn ’ t . , I could help pay for it . I could help pay for it . ," Let ’ s see how your grades are this semester , and maybe I ’ ll talk to your father about it . " " Let ’ s see how your grades are this semester , and maybe I ’ ll talk to your father about it . "," O . K . Thanks , Mom ! " Is there a lot of crime in your city ? ," There ’ s some , but I don ’ t think it ’ s a big problem . A lot of it is petty crime , burglary and car theft . There ’ s very little major crime . " " There ’ s some , but I don ’ t think it ’ s a big problem . A lot of it is petty crime , burglary and car theft . There ’ s very little major crime . ", It ’ s the same in my city . We also have a lot of drug addicts . A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs . It ’ s the same in my city . We also have a lot of drug addicts . A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs . ," That happens in many places . In my city , there is a very good drug rehabilitation programme . The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes , but I don ’ t know if that ’ s the reason for " " That happens in many places . In my city , there is a very good drug rehabilitation programme . The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes , but I don ’ t know if that ’ s the reason for ", Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach . Some people believe that a tough approach is better . Other prefer a more lenient approach . ," I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others . " " I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly . If most people have similar amounts of money , they will not think of stealing from others . "," That ’ s possible , but I ’ m not sure it would really happen like that . " Shall we share a taxi ? , Where are you heading now ? Where are you heading now ? , I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road.It is very close to your house . I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road.It is very close to your house . , Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ? Is that the university next to the Teachers ' College ? , That's the one . That's the one . , You mean we'll share the taxi ? You mean we'll share the taxi ? ," Yeah.If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper.Besides that your Chinese is better than mine.The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully . " " Yeah.If we share the cab , it'll be cheaper.Besides that your Chinese is better than mine.The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully . "," Well.Don ' t worry about it , I will be happy to share the taxi with you . " do you like playing games ? ," I like playing computer games , but I'm not really into board games . " " I like playing computer games , but I'm not really into board games . ", how about individual games like the Rubik's cube or solitaire ? how about individual games like the Rubik's cube or solitaire ? , the Rubik's cube is so difficult to solve that I think it should be banned ! the Rubik's cube is so difficult to solve that I think it should be banned ! ," if I taught you how to do it , I'm sure you could solve it . " " if I taught you how to do it , I'm sure you could solve it . ", how did you figure out how to slove the Rubik's cube ? how did you figure out how to slove the Rubik's cube ? , I didn't really have to figure it out . I just followed the instructions ! I didn't really have to figure it out . I just followed the instructions ! , I had no idea there were a set of instructions . I thought everyone who could solve it were all geniuses ! I had no idea there were a set of instructions . I thought everyone who could solve it were all geniuses ! ," hints are really important when you're solving puzzles . If you give me some hints about playing that PS2 game , I ’ ll show you how to solve the Rubik's cube . " " hints are really important when you're solving puzzles . If you give me some hints about playing that PS2 game , I ’ ll show you how to solve the Rubik's cube . ", it's a deal . it's a deal . ," do you remember , years ago , when everybody at the New Year's party had yo-yos ? " " do you remember , years ago , when everybody at the New Year's party had yo-yos ? ", yeah . That was a strange party . Can you still do any of those yo-yo tricks ? yeah . That was a strange party . Can you still do any of those yo-yo tricks ? , I don't know . I haven't tried yo-yo since that party ! I don't know . I haven't tried yo-yo since that party ! , I could never figure out how to use my yo-yo . I could never figure out how to use my yo-yo . ," if you don't start when you're young , it's hard to get the hang of it . " " if you don't start when you're young , it's hard to get the hang of it . ", let's get started with this game then . let's get started with this game then . , ok . Let ’ s call it a day . , It ’ s nice to go home earlier once in a while . But now it ’ s the evening rush . It ’ s nice to go home earlier once in a while . But now it ’ s the evening rush . , It ’ s hard to commute a long way . It ’ s hard to commute a long way . , Sure it is . I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam . Good evening ! I don't believe we've met before . May I introduce myself ? My name is Jack . , It's a pleasure to meet you . My name is Lucy . It's a pleasure to meet you . My name is Lucy . ," I'm very happy to meet you . You're from the United States , aren't you ? " " I'm very happy to meet you . You're from the United States , aren't you ? "," Yes , I'm from Salt Lake City . " " Yes , I'm from Salt Lake City . ", I've been to Salt Lake City a few times . I really like your city . I've been to Salt Lake City a few times . I really like your city . , I'm glad to hear that . I think it's the nicest city in the United States . "Here we are , Room 215 . ", It is very nice . It is very nice . , The telephone is by the end . Dial 0 for reception . The telephone is by the end . Dial 0 for reception . , Can I order room service ? Can I order room service ? ," Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception . " " Yes , here's the menu . You can order from reception . ", Good . Good . , This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed . This is your mini bar . It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks . Anything you use will be added to your bill . The price list is by your bed . , OK.thanks . OK.thanks . , Your bags will be here shortly . I had a great time on the last date . ," Me , too . " " Me , too . ", What will you up to this weekend ? What will you up to this weekend ? , Nothing . Nothing . , would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ? would you like to go to skating ? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday . It's great up there . Would you like to go with me ? ," I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much . " " I'd love to , but I don't care for skating very much . "," Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ? " " Ok , there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday . Would you like to go ? "," I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you . " " I like bowling , but I prefer to be along with you . ", Would you like to dancing tonight ? Would you like to dancing tonight ? ," I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart . " " I don't feel like going out tonight , I am way too tired . I miss you , sweetheart . ", I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day . I miss you too . Tell me where you like to do the next day . , How about the seaside ? How about the seaside ? ," Anything you say , honey . " " Anything you say , honey . ", Are you busy on the 24th ? Are you busy on the 24th ? ," 24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time . " " 24th ? I have time . But I can't wait that long , I'm dying to see you . Let's make another time . ", Ok . What is the most unexpected thing you experienced in space ? ," I wasn't quite prepared for the view of the Earth as we left . It was just awe-inspiring . It emerged from just a slightly curved horizon to a whole Earth , where you could look across oceans and continents in a single glance . I wasn't quite prepared for that . It's inevitably etched in my memory . " " I wasn't quite prepared for the view of the Earth as we left . It was just awe-inspiring . It emerged from just a slightly curved horizon to a whole Earth , where you could look across oceans and continents in a single glance . I wasn't quite prepared for that . It's inevitably etched in my memory . "," When viewing the Earth from space , do you feel detached from humanity or more a part of the totality of humankind ? " " When viewing the Earth from space , do you feel detached from humanity or more a part of the totality of humankind ? "," Detached . You're literally detached from one planet , captured by another . Your only link to reality is the Earth out there ; fortunate - 1y , it stays in view the whole time . " " Detached . You're literally detached from one planet , captured by another . Your only link to reality is the Earth out there ; fortunate - 1y , it stays in view the whole time . ", There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ? There're a lot of suspicions that the International Space Station is never going to become reality . Is it going to be some future project that never happens ? , I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground . I believe it's certainly for real . It without question has suffered a lot of delays . But there's hardware sitting on the pad right now and it's due to go off in December . It is a reality . It has just taken longer to get literally off the ground . , There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ? There were a lot of talks during the Bush administration about a not too distant future Mars mission . It seemed to fizzle out . Do you think that this Shuttle mission will reignite the public's passion for space and get us to Mars sooner ? ," I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell . " " I hope this flight is not just a one-time affair , that it does re-ignite people's interest to push on . But only time will tell . "," You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait . " " You had gone to the moon twice , orbited space around the Earth lots of times , and of course you have had the most amazing views that a human being can have . How long do we ordinary beings have to wait to feel the weightlessness ? I just can't wait . "," If I were the man making the decisions , you could get in line tomorrow . I strongly support ordinary people going into space . Unfortunately , I don't think it will be in the near future . " Excuse me . Would you please make a suit with this material ? , Sure . May I take your measurements ? Sure . May I take your measurements ? ," Please don't make it too tight . This is for autumn wear , so make sure you allow for a cardigan underneath . " " Please don't make it too tight . This is for autumn wear , so make sure you allow for a cardigan underneath . "," I see , sir . Can you come back for a fitting on the 10th , that's in a week's time ? " " I see , sir . Can you come back for a fitting on the 10th , that's in a week's time ? "," The 10th ? I'm sorry , but you see I'm going to attend an international conference on the 11th . Could you have the suit ready by the 8th , or at the latest , the 9th ? " " The 10th ? I'm sorry , but you see I'm going to attend an international conference on the 11th . Could you have the suit ready by the 8th , or at the latest , the 9th ? "," Well , a business suit usually takes ten days ' time . But in your case , we'll try to have it ready sooner . How about coming for your fitting on the 8th ? Then your suit will be ready for you on the 10th ? " " Well , a business suit usually takes ten days ' time . But in your case , we'll try to have it ready sooner . How about coming for your fitting on the 8th ? Then your suit will be ready for you on the 10th ? "," That's fine , thank you . " Do you know the highest mountain in the world ? ," Yes . It is Everest , also called Zhumulangma in China . It is 8,844 . 43 meters above the sea level . " " Yes . It is Everest , also called Zhumulangma in China . It is 8,844 . 43 meters above the sea level . ", Wow ! That must be really awesome to stand on the top of the mountain to overlook the earth . Wow ! That must be really awesome to stand on the top of the mountain to overlook the earth . ," Actually , it is impossible because the mountain is covered with snow all year around . And is has heavy fog for most of the time . " " Actually , it is impossible because the mountain is covered with snow all year around . And is has heavy fog for most of the time . ", Have people set foot on its peak ? Have people set foot on its peak ? ," Yes , it has been conquered by many people in history . " "Hey , Robert , that's a nice shirt you are wearing . Where did you get it ? "," thanks , I like it too . I bought it at the nearby department store . " " thanks , I like it too . I bought it at the nearby department store . ", that's nice . Do you know you can get one at the wholesale market near the zoo for a much lower price ? that's nice . Do you know you can get one at the wholesale market near the zoo for a much lower price ? ," yeah , I know that . But at those places . the prices they ask you are ridiculously high , and if you don't bargain hard , you will get ripped-off . " " yeah , I know that . But at those places . the prices they ask you are ridiculously high , and if you don't bargain hard , you will get ripped-off . "," true , learning how to haggle the price is one of the things people have to pick up when they come to China for the first time . " " true , learning how to haggle the price is one of the things people have to pick up when they come to China for the first time . "," yeah , but personally , I hate bargaining . If I bargain , I might come to a lower price , but I will never know the true price of what I am buying ; and I always have the feeling that I am overcharged at th " " yeah , but personally , I hate bargaining . If I bargain , I might come to a lower price , but I will never know the true price of what I am buying ; and I always have the feeling that I am overcharged at th "," yeah , I have the same feeling . Also there is another thing that bothers me the quality . Things in a department store are usually quality-guaranteed . But at a wholesale market , you never know whether w " " yeah , I have the same feeling . Also there is another thing that bothers me the quality . Things in a department store are usually quality-guaranteed . But at a wholesale market , you never know whether w ", that's why I like department stores more . Shopping at a wholesale market like the locals is one of the few things I am unable to grow accustomed to . that's why I like department stores more . Shopping at a wholesale market like the locals is one of the few things I am unable to grow accustomed to . ," I understand . While it's always good to follow the local customs , I guess there are exceptions . " My name's McDonald . ," Is that spelt M , A , C or M , C ? " " Is that spelt M , A , C or M , C ? "," It's M , C , capital D . " How much is a ticket to Edinburgh ? , Single or return ? Single or return ? ," A return ticket , please . " " A return ticket , please . ", A return ticket is forty-six pounds fifty . Excuse me . Have you got the time ? , My watch says half past five . My watch says half past five . , Does your watch keep good time ? Does your watch keep good time ? , Oh yeah . It loses only a few seconds in the whole month . Oh yeah . It loses only a few seconds in the whole month . , Thanks a lot . What's today's date ? , It's July 5th . It's July 5th . , When are you going on vacation ? When are you going on vacation ? , I'm leaving on Sunday . We're going to Canada . I'm leaving on Sunday . We're going to Canada . , Really ? The day after tomorrow ? That's very soon . Really ? The day after tomorrow ? That's very soon . , Yeah I know . Yeah I know . , How long are you going to stay there ? How long are you going to stay there ? , About 2 weeks . About 2 weeks . , When are you coming back ? When are you coming back ? , I'm coming back on the 17th . I'm coming back on the 17th . , Alright . Have a nice trip . "Well , I've got a date . Now I need to find a restaurant . Can you help me ? "," No problem , of course ! How much would you like to spend to impress the lady ? " " No problem , of course ! How much would you like to spend to impress the lady ? ", Nothing but the best for a pretty woman ! Nothing but the best for a pretty woman ! ," Sir , the restaurant you seek is right here . This hotel has a three-star restaurant . " " Sir , the restaurant you seek is right here . This hotel has a three-star restaurant . "," Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ? " " Well , I sort of suggested that we would go out on the town . Do you have another suggestion ? "," Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz . " " Gramercy Tavern is at least as good as our own hotel restaurant . Plus , they have live jazz . "," Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ? " " Gramercy Tavern , eh ? I think I've heard of that before . Call to get us a table , okay ? "," Right away , sir . She will be impressed with your local knowledge . " I'm calling today about a bill that I never received . , Can you tell me which credit card it was for ? Can you tell me which credit card it was for ? , It was for my Master Card . It was for my Master Card . , You should've gotten that bill two weeks ago . You should've gotten that bill two weeks ago . , I haven't got it in the mail yet . I haven't got it in the mail yet . , The computer is showing that all bills have been mailed . The computer is showing that all bills have been mailed . , What am I supposed to do about my bill then ? What am I supposed to do about my bill then ? , Maybe you should call your post office . Maybe you should call your post office . ," But if it's their mistake , can I get an extension on my bill payment ? " " But if it's their mistake , can I get an extension on my bill payment ? "," Yes , but you will need to send us proof of their mistake . " " Yes , but you will need to send us proof of their mistake . "," Okay , thank you very much for your help . " " Okay , thank you very much for your help . ", Not a problem . Enjoy the rest of your day . "Whatever we do , we should do it above board . ", You are right . We shouldn't do anything under the table . You are right . We shouldn't do anything under the table . ," Well , since you agree with me , we should put the issue above board instead of talking about through other channels . " "Hi , welcome to Hal's Computer World . Can I help you with anything ? "," Yes , I'd like to buy a new computer , but I don't really know much about them . Can you give me any suggestions ? " " Yes , I'd like to buy a new computer , but I don't really know much about them . Can you give me any suggestions ? "," No problem . First of all , do you want to get a home computer or a laptop ? " " No problem . First of all , do you want to get a home computer or a laptop ? "," Laptops are more expensive , right ? " " Laptops are more expensive , right ? "," Yes , they generally cost a little more . " " Yes , they generally cost a little more . ", I'll just get a regular home computer then . I don't think I'll need to lug my computer around with me . "Sam , can we stop at this bicycle shop ? ", Do you want to buy a new bicycle ? Do you want to buy a new bicycle ? ," Yes , and they have a sale on now . " " Yes , and they have a sale on now . ", What happened to your old one ? What happened to your old one ? ," I left it at my parent's house , but I need one here as well . " " I left it at my parent's house , but I need one here as well . ", I've been using Jim's old bike but he needs it back . I've been using Jim's old bike but he needs it back . , Let's go then . Let's go then . , Look at this mountain bike . It is only £ 330 . Do you like it ? Look at this mountain bike . It is only £ 330 . Do you like it ? ," I prefer something like this one - a touring bike , but it is more expensive . " " I prefer something like this one - a touring bike , but it is more expensive . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , The price on the tag says £ 565 but maybe you can get a discount . The price on the tag says £ 565 but maybe you can get a discount . ," OK , let's go and ask . " "Good afternoon , would you mind if I sit here ? ", Of course not . Of course not . , I ’ m Jack . What ’ s your name ? I ’ m Jack . What ’ s your name ? , Laura . Laura . , Do you like this place ? Do you like this place ? , I don ’ t think it ’ s very nice . And my father doesn ’ t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here . I don ’ t think it ’ s very nice . And my father doesn ’ t like it . But my mother likes it very much . So we often come here . , How often ? How often ? ," Well , we come here almost every month . " " Well , we come here almost every month . ", Who ’ s that ? Who ’ s that ? , It ’ s my mother . She ’ s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father . It ’ s my mother . She ’ s fond of swimming . And the man beside her is my father . , Do you like swimming ? Do you like swimming ? ," No , I hate swimming . I prefer playing tennis . " Do you have any idea what time it is ? , My bad . I didn't realize that it was so late . My bad . I didn't realize that it was so late . , Do you really think that that excuses your tardiness ? Do you really think that that excuses your tardiness ? , Of course not . I really did lose track of time . Of course not . I really did lose track of time . , Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ? Didn't I tell you to call when you're running late ? ," Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call . " " Yeah , you did . I just forgot to call . "," It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know . " " It doesn't matter , you should have called and let me know . ", That's true . My bad for not calling . That's true . My bad for not calling . ," If you do this again , don't even bother coming home . " " If you do this again , don't even bother coming home . ", You're going to kick me out over this ? You're going to kick me out over this ? ," Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules . " " Exactly , maybe that'll teach you to respect my rules . "," Well , if I'm not living here anymore , then I won't have to listen to your rules . " Have you heard of Paul ? ," No , what ? " " No , what ? ", He's got a promotion . He's got a promotion . , You're kidding . You're kidding . ," No , they made him vicepresident in charge of sells . " " No , they made him vicepresident in charge of sells . "," Oh , I don't believe it . He is only being with the company for two years . " " Oh , I don't believe it . He is only being with the company for two years . "," Well , it's true . The board man last thirdly and they choice Paul . " " Well , it's true . The board man last thirdly and they choice Paul . ", Well . Good for him . "Jack , could you check your calendar ? "," Sure , what's going on ? " " Sure , what's going on ? "," We're planning a weekend camping trip , and we want to know which weekend is best for everyone . " " We're planning a weekend camping trip , and we want to know which weekend is best for everyone . "," Let me see ... The weekend after next looks pretty good.Otherwise , I'm all booked up . " "China is now a member of world trade organization . As a member of TO , China will have to make some changes in its economic policies so that it can follow the routines practiced by other TO members . Is it fair to China , do you think ? "," It's a hard question , but I'm sure the reexamination of China's economic policies in the past may lead us to a right answer to the question . After the establishment of new China , our government employed numerous economics policies to stimulate the growth of China's economy . These policies , however , favored our domestic enterprises and protected them from international competition and these policies have contributed a lot to the rapid growth of both China economy and our domestic enterprises . After China's entry into TO , Chinese domestic enterprises will have to compete with their foreign counterparts . This new situation entails some changes of Chinese economic policies . These changes will spur Chinese enterprises to strengthen their competitiveness in the long run . " " It's a hard question , but I'm sure the reexamination of China's economic policies in the past may lead us to a right answer to the question . After the establishment of new China , our government employed numerous economics policies to stimulate the growth of China's economy . These policies , however , favored our domestic enterprises and protected them from international competition and these policies have contributed a lot to the rapid growth of both China economy and our domestic enterprises . After China's entry into TO , Chinese domestic enterprises will have to compete with their foreign counterparts . This new situation entails some changes of Chinese economic policies . These changes will spur Chinese enterprises to strengthen their competitiveness in the long run . ", We can infer that the non-discrimination principle is one of the most important principles of TO agreement . This principle requires equal treatment of domestic and foreign enterprise . Does the principle also apply to domestic enterprise of different ownerships ? We can infer that the non-discrimination principle is one of the most important principles of TO agreement . This principle requires equal treatment of domestic and foreign enterprise . Does the principle also apply to domestic enterprise of different ownerships ? ," Yes , it does . Domestic enterprises of different ownerships enjoy equal rights for the non-discrimination principle grants equal rights to enterprises , regardless of their nationality and ownership . I have found that although changes of China's economic policies are numerous , these changes are largely based on the most important economic principle ot TO agreement-non-discrimination principle . Such an understanding of principle of the changes may help us not only to have a good insight into the changes but also to foresee the tendency of the new changes of China's economic policies . " I'm trying to reach Robert please . , Robert is not available at the moment . Robert is not available at the moment . , What time should I call back ? What time should I call back ? , Around 3:30 . "Our benefits usually include medical insurance , public accumulation fund and allowances . ", What are the allowances ? What are the allowances ? ," If you go on a business trip , you will enjoy the allowance . It is 200 yuan per day . " " If you go on a business trip , you will enjoy the allowance . It is 200 yuan per day . "," Well , I see . And what about the vacation in our company ? " " Well , I see . And what about the vacation in our company ? "," As a new-comer , you usually have five days of annual vacation . And remember you have to fill out a request form , if you want to ask for leave . " " As a new-comer , you usually have five days of annual vacation . And remember you have to fill out a request form , if you want to ask for leave . ", Will our company have some recreational activities ? Will our company have some recreational activities ? ," Of course . In spring and autumn , we will hold some sports actives . And in movie seasons , we bulk purchase film tickets . " "You ’ re new here , right ? "," Yes , I am new . " " Yes , I am new . ", Is this your first semester ? Is this your first semester ? , I just transferred from another school . I just transferred from another school . , What school did you transfer from ? What school did you transfer from ? , I came here from PCC . I came here from PCC . , Do you like it here so far ? Do you like it here so far ? , I am really enjoying it here so far . I am really enjoying it here so far . ," Which is better , here or PCC ? " " Which is better , here or PCC ? ", I think PCC is a lot better than here . I think PCC is a lot better than here . , Why didn ’ t you just stay at PCC ? Why didn ’ t you just stay at PCC ? , I graduated and now want to get a BA . How may I help you ? , A double cheeseburger sounds good . A double cheeseburger sounds good . , Everything on it ? Everything on it ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Would you like fries with that ? Would you like fries with that ? , I would love large curly fries . I would love large curly fries . , Would you like anything to drink ? Would you like anything to drink ? ," Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi . " " Yes , let me have a medium Pepsi . ", Will that be all ? Will that be all ? ," Yeah , that's it . Thank you . " " Yeah , that's it . Thank you . ", Your total comes to $ 5.48 . Your total comes to $ 5.48 . , Here you go . Thank you very much . I have never you mention this friend . Are you on very good terms with him or her ? , We have been on good terms . She is a very nice girl . But she got in Dutch with her boss . I don ’ t have the heart to see her pounding the pavements . We have been on good terms . She is a very nice girl . But she got in Dutch with her boss . I don ’ t have the heart to see her pounding the pavements . ," You must be stuck on her , or you would not use your elbow grease . " " You must be stuck on her , or you would not use your elbow grease . "," Well , we hit it off with each other . Nothing more , nothing much . " I think your speech was excellent . , Was it ? Was it ? , Sure it was . Sure it was . ," Thank you.It was really a challenge to speak before such a large audience , you know . " " Thank you.It was really a challenge to speak before such a large audience , you know . ", But you did it and did it well ! "Well Rebecca , is there anything else you need to know for now ? "," I don ’ t think so , Mr . Parsons . I think you have covered all the main points for me . " " I don ’ t think so , Mr . Parsons . I think you have covered all the main points for me . "," Okay well listen , here is my business card with my mobile number . If any other questions spring to mind don ’ t hesitate to contact me . Of course you can also call Miss Childs too . " " Okay well listen , here is my business card with my mobile number . If any other questions spring to mind don ’ t hesitate to contact me . Of course you can also call Miss Childs too . "," Great . Rmm , when can I expect to hear from you ? " " Great . Rmm , when can I expect to hear from you ? "," Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so " " Well , we are finishing the shortlist interviews tomorrow , so we will certainly have a decision made by early next week . Miss Childs will call you to discuss more on Monday or Tuesday . How does that so ", That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons . That sounds perfect . Thank you very much for taking the time to speak to me Mr . Parsons . ," The pleasure ’ s all mine , Rebecca . " " The pleasure ’ s all mine , Rebecca . ", I hope to hear from you very soon . I hope to hear from you very soon . , Absolutely . Thanks for coming Rebecca . Goodbye . you haven't spent much time with Sophia lately . Are you speaking to each other at the moment ? ," no , we're not . We've been drifting apart for a while . " " no , we're not . We've been drifting apart for a while . ", but you two used to do everything together . I thought you really enjoyed each other's company . but you two used to do everything together . I thought you really enjoyed each other's company . ," we did , but since she started her new job , all she does is hang out with her new friends from work . " " we did , but since she started her new job , all she does is hang out with her new friends from work . "," can't you hang out with them , too ? " " can't you hang out with them , too ? "," I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out . " " I could , but all they ever talk about is work , so I always end up feeling left out . "," maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you . " " maybe you should invite her over for dinner , so it's just the two of you . ", I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her . I tried that a few weeks ago and she ended bringing a pal from work with her ! She's so busy these days that it's just impossible to hang out with her . , it can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you . it can't be that bad . She was always a really good friend to you . , you're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore . you're right . She would never talk about me behind my back or hold a grudge . But she just doesn't seem very interested in our friendship anymore . , she's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend . she's probably just excited about her new job . You should give her some time . It would be a shame to lose such a good friend . , I've given her enough time . I'm over it now . I've given her enough time . I'm over it now . , I still think you two should try to patch things up . I still think you two should try to patch things up . , I think I just have to accept the fact that it's time for us to go our separate ways . My aunt told me one of her secrets--cellophane tape . , I just got it at the special health store . It's for my flabby arms . I just got it at the special health store . It's for my flabby arms . , Let me know how it works . Let me know how it works . ," I have to say , I have had enough of this roller coaster . " " I have to say , I have had enough of this roller coaster . ", I know what you mean . I'm like a yo-yo . I know what you mean . I'm like a yo-yo . , Last week I was down to 60 kilos . This week I had one donut more . Now I'm up to 62 kilos . "Hello , Mr . Compton ? This is Susan Miller . "," Hi , Susan . What can I do for you ? " " Hi , Susan . What can I do for you ? ", I ’ d like to take tomorrow off if that ’ s all right with you . I ’ d like to take tomorrow off if that ’ s all right with you . ," Let me take a look . Just a second . That ’ s no problem , Susan . See you on Wednesday . " "Great party , isn ’ t it ? "," Yeah , really . " " Yeah , really . "," By the way , my name is Liu Wei . " " By the way , my name is Liu Wei . "," Hi , I ’ m Susan Marshall , You can call me Susan.Nice to meet you . " " Hi , I ’ m Susan Marshall , You can call me Susan.Nice to meet you . "," What do you do , Susan ? " " What do you do , Susan ? "," Well , I ’ m a college student.How about you ? " " Well , I ’ m a college student.How about you ? "," I work for the Bank of China , in the International Section . " Our housing problem is a highly complicated issue . , It is true . I think we should change some policies . It is true . I think we should change some policies . , Right . Like our LPF program . The mortgage size is linked with the amount of savings households have accumulated on their LPF accounts . Right . Like our LPF program . The mortgage size is linked with the amount of savings households have accumulated on their LPF accounts . ," Indeed , it's unfair . Households with higher salaries receive larger LPF contributions and thus qualify for larger loans . Lower-income households , on the other hand , can only get smaller loans , or perhaps nothing if they could not afford to purchase any housing . " " Indeed , it's unfair . Households with higher salaries receive larger LPF contributions and thus qualify for larger loans . Lower-income households , on the other hand , can only get smaller loans , or perhaps nothing if they could not afford to purchase any housing . ", Like you and me ! This is the rush hour . , I noticed there ’ s a jam a few blocks away . I noticed there ’ s a jam a few blocks away . , Let ’ s drive off this road . Let ’ s drive off this road . , I ’ m afraid I ’ ll be late . Are you going to vote ? , Of course ! Are you ? Of course ! Are you ? ," I plan to , but what day is the election ? " " I plan to , but what day is the election ? ", You should know that . You should know that . , Can you just tell me ? Can you just tell me ? , The election is this Tuesday . The election is this Tuesday . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , I ’ m not kidding . I ’ m not kidding . , It ’ s a good thing I asked you . It ’ s a good thing I asked you . , That should ’ Ve been something you knew already . That should ’ Ve been something you knew already . , I couldn ’ t remember . I couldn ’ t remember . , Whatever . Just make sure you go vote . I just love your hair that way . , Thanks . Thanks . , Where did you have it done ? Where did you have it done ? , My sister did it . When did you get yours cut ? My sister did it . When did you get yours cut ? , Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it . Just yesterday . I'm still getting used to it . ," Well , it looks very nice . " " Well , it looks very nice . ", Thanks . Thank you for a lovely day . I really enjoyed it . , It was nice to have you with us . It was nice to have you with us . , Thank you for the picnic too . It was supper . Thank you for the picnic too . It was supper . , Not at all . It was a pleasure . Perhaps you will come out with us again while you are here . Not at all . It was a pleasure . Perhaps you will come out with us again while you are here . ," Yes , I'd love to . Thanks again . Goodbye . " " Yes , I'd love to . Thanks again . Goodbye . ", Goodbye . "A cup of coffee sounds good , doesn't it ? "," Yes , but I think I'll have orange juice first . " " Yes , but I think I'll have orange juice first . ", Do you feel like having anything to eat ? Do you feel like having anything to eat ? ," Well , I think I'll try the pancakes . How about you ? " " Well , I think I'll try the pancakes . How about you ? ", Sounds great . That's just what I feel like having . Lily ! Why aren't you up and ready for school ? ," I don't feel so good , Mom . " " I don't feel so good , Mom . "," Lily , if you're acting sick just because you want to play hooky ... " " Lily , if you're acting sick just because you want to play hooky ... "," No , Mom . I'm really sick . " " No , Mom . I'm really sick . "," Oh , that's a nasty cough . Let me feel your head . You're on fire ! " I think Andy's party will be fun . ," Yeah , I think so . Oh , by the way , I need to ask you something . " " Yeah , I think so . Oh , by the way , I need to ask you something . ", What's that ? What's that ? , Could I get back the sweater you borrowed ? Could I get back the sweater you borrowed ? ," Sure . Oh , that reminds me . Could I borrow your black leather boots ? " " Sure . Oh , that reminds me . Could I borrow your black leather boots ? "," My boots ? Er ... Sure , ok . " Hilton Hotel . Can I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to make a room reservation . Yes . I'd like to make a room reservation . , Fine . Beginning when ? Fine . Beginning when ? ," Two weeks from Thursday , for three nights . " " Two weeks from Thursday , for three nights . ", That's the twenty-fourth of June ? That's the twenty-fourth of June ? , Right . Right . ," Your name , please ? " " Your name , please ? ", Robert Hamlin . Robert Hamlin . , Single or double ? Single or double ? , Double . Double . ," You're all set . That's a double room for the twenty-fourth , twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth of June , in the name of Hamlin . " "Could I ask you for a favor ? My laser printer is out of ink and I need to print out something urgent . If you don ’ t mind , I would like to send you these files . Could you then print these for me ? "," Sure , just send me through internal mail . " " Sure , just send me through internal mail . "," Thanks , Vivian . " " Thanks , Vivian . ", No problem at all . Welcome . Cheer ! , Cheer ! Cheer ! , So what time tomorrow ? So what time tomorrow ? , Half past seven in the morning . Half past seven in the morning . , Where to meet ? Where to meet ? , In the market . In the market . , OK . Bottoms up . OK . Bottoms up . , Bottoms up . Bottoms up . , It's on me . It's on me . , Thank you . This place is nice . I think we have everything in the contract . Shall we sign it ? , Wait a minute . I think we have missed an important point . We should include an arbitration clause in the contract . Wait a minute . I think we have missed an important point . We should include an arbitration clause in the contract . , I believe we can solve disputes through an amicable negotiation . I believe we can solve disputes through an amicable negotiation . , I hope so . too . But I still think the provision of arbitration is of great importance to both of us . I hope so . too . But I still think the provision of arbitration is of great importance to both of us . , All right . I agree with you . But where do we hold arbitration ? All right . I agree with you . But where do we hold arbitration ? , I suggest the arbitration be held in a third country . I suggest the arbitration be held in a third country . ," It sounds reasonable . The clause should be like this - any disputes arising from the execution of this contract shall be settled in a friendly way . If no settlement can be reached through consul - nation and conciliation , the disputes shall be submitted for arbitration by a mutually nominated arbitrator . The arbitrator's decision on the dispute is final and binding on the both parties . " " It sounds reasonable . The clause should be like this - any disputes arising from the execution of this contract shall be settled in a friendly way . If no settlement can be reached through consul - nation and conciliation , the disputes shall be submitted for arbitration by a mutually nominated arbitrator . The arbitrator's decision on the dispute is final and binding on the both parties . ", Ok . What day is today ? ," It's Thursday , I think . " " It's Thursday , I think . ", Tomorrow is Friday . It's going to be the weekend . Tomorrow is Friday . It's going to be the weekend . ," We're busy on weekdays , but we'll have a good rest at the weekend . " " We're busy on weekdays , but we'll have a good rest at the weekend . ", We'll meet again in a few days . I went shopping without my umbrella yesterday morning . , Yesterday morning was beautiful i thought the sunning was going to continue . Yesterday morning was beautiful i thought the sunning was going to continue . , So did i . that's why i didn't take my umbrella . i got cold in the rain in the afternoon.it was raining cats and dogs . So did i . that's why i didn't take my umbrella . i got cold in the rain in the afternoon.it was raining cats and dogs . , I know . i could not believe it when i got hit by that storm.it was pouring with rain all afternoon . I know . i could not believe it when i got hit by that storm.it was pouring with rain all afternoon . , We really have some miserable weather sometime . i wish i would live somewhere which were sunning all year round . We really have some miserable weather sometime . i wish i would live somewhere which were sunning all year round . , If it was sunning all year round there would be drought.you probably would not like it either . If it was sunning all year round there would be drought.you probably would not like it either . , I guess you are right . maybe i just wish the weather could be a little more predictable . I guess you are right . maybe i just wish the weather could be a little more predictable . , The weather forecasters are not good at predicting the weather would be like.our weather is so changeable . I have to go up to London for a couple of days next week . Would you like to come ? , That would be nice . How are you getting there ? That would be nice . How are you getting there ? ," Well , I prefer to go on the train , but I suppose you want me to take the car . " " Well , I prefer to go on the train , but I suppose you want me to take the car . "," Oh , I much prefer to go by car , then we don't need to get to the station with our luggage and ... " " Oh , I much prefer to go by car , then we don't need to get to the station with our luggage and ... ", And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train . And I've got to drive . You know I'm not fond of that . I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train . , Which is more expensive ? Which is more expensive ? , But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train . But very much quicker . But I know we'll never agree on this subject . You prefer the car . I prefer the train . ," Now , have you ever thought of going by express bus ? " Hello ? ," Hello , is that Miss Smith ? " " Hello , is that Miss Smith ? ", Yes . Yes . , This is Mr.Gao . How are you ? This is Mr.Gao . How are you ? ," Not too bad , thanks . And you ? " " Not too bad , thanks . And you ? ", Fine . Listen . Are you free on Wednesday night ? I'd like to invite you to dinner . Fine . Listen . Are you free on Wednesday night ? I'd like to invite you to dinner . ," I'm terribly sorry , but I've already made arrangements for Wednesday . " " I'm terribly sorry , but I've already made arrangements for Wednesday . ", That's a pity . How about Thursday ? That's a pity . How about Thursday ? , That would be fine . That would be fine . , Great . What time would you like to meet ? Great . What time would you like to meet ? , Whenever is suitable for you . I have no plans for that day . Whenever is suitable for you . I have no plans for that day . ," OK , let's say 6 " " OK , let's say 6 ", And where would you like to meet ? And where would you like to meet ? ," I can pick you up at the gate of your company . Also , what type of food do you like ? " " I can pick you up at the gate of your company . Also , what type of food do you like ? ", I'm not very familiar with Chinese cuisine . What can you recommend ? I'm not very familiar with Chinese cuisine . What can you recommend ? ," Well , have you heard of Peking Duck ? it's a local specialty . " " Well , have you heard of Peking Duck ? it's a local specialty . ", Of course ! Peking Duck is world-famous . I would love to try it . Of course ! Peking Duck is world-famous . I would love to try it . ," OK , let's have that then . " " OK , let's have that then . "," All right . Well , I'll see you later . " " All right . Well , I'll see you later . "," See you later , goodbye . " Lisa wins the first prize in the English speech contest of her college . , Really ? That's really wonderful . I'm so happy for her . Really ? That's really wonderful . I'm so happy for her . , But I always feel disappointed . I have many problems with English learning . But I always feel disappointed . I have many problems with English learning . ," Honey , cheer up . " " Honey , cheer up . ", I feel confused about the grammars . I feel confused about the grammars . , I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best . I'm sure you'll do fine if you try your best . , And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated . And my writing is not good . I feel so frustrated . ," Be confident , and never give up . " " Be confident , and never give up . "," I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad . " " I know that , mom . But sometimes I'm just sad . ", Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . Keep your chin up . Remember ? Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . ," Yes , mom . You are right . Nothing is impossible to a willing heart . I will keep going . " I have had some really horrible headaches lately . , How long have your headaches been going on ? How long have your headaches been going on ? ," I get headaches occasionally , but they have been really bad lately . " " I get headaches occasionally , but they have been really bad lately . ", Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now ? Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now ? , I am getting ready to take my GRE . I am getting ready to take my GRE . , Have you been able to sleep regular hours ? Have you been able to sleep regular hours ? , It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache . It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache . , Has anything hit you in the head lately ? Has anything hit you in the head lately ? , I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago . I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago . , Let ’ s have you come back in a few days and see how you feel . How do you do ? , How do you do ? How do you do ? ," My name is Wang Liang , I ’ m from Beijing . Where do you come from ? " " My name is Wang Liang , I ’ m from Beijing . Where do you come from ? ", I come from the city of Tangshan in Hebes Province . I come from the city of Tangshan in Hebes Province . ," You're from Tangshan ? I can't believe my ears . I was also born in Tangshan , but I was brought up in Beijing . " " You're from Tangshan ? I can't believe my ears . I was also born in Tangshan , but I was brought up in Beijing . ", Really ? It's nice to meet you . How long have you been with this company ? Really ? It's nice to meet you . How long have you been with this company ? ," Just over 4 years now . Since this is your first day here , I'm sure you don't really know too much yet . Let me show you around , so you can introduce yourself to everyone . " " Just over 4 years now . Since this is your first day here , I'm sure you don't really know too much yet . Let me show you around , so you can introduce yourself to everyone . "," Oh , Thank you very much ! " "Hello . Can I speak to Kevin , please ? ", This is Kevin . This is Kevin . , My name is Joan Harris . I ’ m calling from St . Johns Hospital . Are you still interested in a job as a service technician ? My name is Joan Harris . I ’ m calling from St . Johns Hospital . Are you still interested in a job as a service technician ? , Yes . Yes . , I have good news for you.You ’ Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ? I have good news for you.You ’ Ve got an interview . Can you come to the Human Resources Office on Thursday at 9 30 am ? ," wow ! That ’ s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ? " " wow ! That ’ s great . Sure , I can . Where is the Human Resources Office ? ", 345 Stony Creek Avenue . 345 Stony Creek Avenue . , Thank you very much . I ’ ll be there on time . Thank you very much . I ’ ll be there on time . , Excellent . I ’ ll see you on Thursday at 9 30 . "Fred , we're gonna have a meeting after half an hour . Have you got it ? ", Is that true ? I can't believe it . There are always some meetings in this company . Is that true ? I can't believe it . There are always some meetings in this company . ," Hush ! The wall has ears , you know . " " Hush ! The wall has ears , you know . "," But , my overwork has not done yet . And it is driving me crazy . " " But , my overwork has not done yet . And it is driving me crazy . "," My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it . " " My boy . I give you my sympathy to you . However , this meeting is said to be extremely important , so we have to attend it . ", What's the meeting for ? What's the meeting for ? , It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year . It is to give honors and promotions to some colleagues who made outstanding performance last year . , I will be there after 20 minutes . I am sorry to hear that you are not feeling well . How are you ? , Thank you . I was operated on for gastric ulcer . Thank you . I was operated on for gastric ulcer . , Is that so ? But I think It shouldn't keep you long in bed . Is that so ? But I think It shouldn't keep you long in bed . , Yes . I hope so . I'm hungry . , You already ate . You already ate . ," It wasn't enough , because I'm hungry again . " " It wasn't enough , because I'm hungry again . ", There's nothing left from dinner . There's nothing left from dinner . , I'm going to get a snack . I'm going to get a snack . , What kind of snack are you going to make ? What kind of snack are you going to make ? , I don't know . I don't know . , You can always make a sandwich . You can always make a sandwich . , I don't know what kind of sandwich I want . I don't know what kind of sandwich I want . , Just make yourself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich . Just make yourself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich . , I may just do that . I may just do that . , Go right ahead . "Sarah , what did you do today ? ", I went shopping . I went shopping . , Did you buy anything ? Did you buy anything ? ," Yes , I bought a few things . " " Yes , I bought a few things . ", What did you buy ? What did you buy ? , I bought this coat . Do you like it ? I bought this coat . Do you like it ? ," Yeah , I like it a lot . It's very pretty . Where did you buy it ? " " Yeah , I like it a lot . It's very pretty . Where did you buy it ? ", At the mall on 5th street . At the mall on 5th street . , Was it expensive ? Was it expensive ? ," No , it wasn't expensive . It was on sale for 20 dollars . " " No , it wasn't expensive . It was on sale for 20 dollars . ", That's cheap . That's cheap . , I know . It was a really good deal . I know . It was a really good deal . , I don't think you'll need to wear it for a while . It's been really hot lately . "Hello , Room Reservation Service . May I help you ? ", Yes . This is Mrs.Davinson . I'd like to reserve a two-room suite for tonight . Yes . This is Mrs.Davinson . I'd like to reserve a two-room suite for tonight . ," Let me see . Yeah , There are two such rooms left . May I have your name please ? " " Let me see . Yeah , There are two such rooms left . May I have your name please ? "," Mrs.Davinson . Mary Davison . M-A-R-Y , mary . D-A-V-I-N-S-O-N . Davison . " " Mrs.Davinson . Mary Davison . M-A-R-Y , mary . D-A-V-I-N-S-O-N . Davison . ", OK . I've got it . OK . I've got it . , Thank you . Good-bye . Thank you . Good-bye . , Good-bye . What do you do in summer ? , I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride . I love being out in the fresh summer air . How about you ? I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride . I love being out in the fresh summer air . How about you ? ," I don ’ t often go for walks , but I either play sports outside-you know , tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book . " " I don ’ t often go for walks , but I either play sports outside-you know , tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book . ", What do you do in winter ? What do you do in winter ? ," Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ’ m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter . " " Well , I play sports indoors quite often . If I ’ m feeling lazy , I just watch a film at home . I prefer summer to winter . "," I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ’ s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter . " " I think most people do . I like wearing nice , colorful clothes in summer-you know , a nice dress or skirt . It ’ s too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter . ", Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze ! Yes . I like wearing shorts in summer . My legs would freeze ! , Do you think we ’ ll have a nice summer this year ? Do you think we ’ ll have a nice summer this year ? ," Thanks to global warming , it could be hotter than ever ! " "Hey , check out this new game I bought today . ", Wow ! It's a trivia game all about the Academy Awards . Wow ! It's a trivia game all about the Academy Awards . , I know you love the Oscars . This game has some great questions about all types of movies . I know you love the Oscars . This game has some great questions about all types of movies . , Does it have questions about foreign language films ? There's hardly any American films worth watching . Does it have questions about foreign language films ? There's hardly any American films worth watching . ," Yes . In fact , one of the categories is on foreign language films . " "Have you found another job yet , Sally ? "," No , I haven't , but I've seen several interesting advertisements in the paper . " " No , I haven't , but I've seen several interesting advertisements in the paper . ", What kind of job are you looking for ? What kind of job are you looking for ? , Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel . Either something in the hotel business or something to do with travel . , You haven't had any experience in either of those fields . You haven't had any experience in either of those fields . ," I know . But I'd like to try . Look , here are some advertisements that I've cut out . " What position have you held before ? , I have been a salesman . I have been a salesman . , Would you tell me the general description of your present job ? Would you tell me the general description of your present job ? , I am in charge of the trading department . I am in charge of the trading department . , What made you decide to change your job ? What made you decide to change your job ? , I ’ m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible . I ’ m working in a small company where further promotion is impossible . , Why do you leave your present company ? Why do you leave your present company ? ," I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ’ s worthwhile to come here to work . " " I never easily give up something that is valuable . Before I decided to quit that position , I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company . You know , Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me , full of challenges as well as hopes . In addition to this , I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good . Of course , opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me . So I believe it ’ s worthwhile to come here to work . ", Why did you pick this organization ? Why did you pick this organization ? , I'm very much interested in the position . I'm very much interested in the position . , What made you decide to join our company ? What made you decide to join our company ? , I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours . Wow ! Look at all these books ! I bet I can find a book about anything here ! , Shih ! ! Please keep your voice down . There are people reading and studying here . Shih ! ! Please keep your voice down . There are people reading and studying here . ," Ok , I'm sorry . Are you the librarian ? Maybe you can help me , I am looking for a book . " " Ok , I'm sorry . Are you the librarian ? Maybe you can help me , I am looking for a book . "," Yes I am . You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre , title or if you know the author , I can point you towards the right direction . " " Yes I am . You can check our online catalog to search the book you want based on the genre , title or if you know the author , I can point you towards the right direction . ", I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes . I am looking for a book that has nursery rhymes . , That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right . That would be in our children's section . That book shelf there on the right . ," Ok , I would like to check out these books . " " Ok , I would like to check out these books . ", Do you have a library card ? Do you have a library card ? , No . How do I get one ? No . How do I get one ? , I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state . I just need to see your drivers license or utility bill to prove that you a resident of this state . , Here you go . Here you go . ," So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book . " " So you are all set . You can have these books for two weeks . If you need to have them longer , you can bring them here to renew them . If you don't , you get charged ten cents a day for each book . "," Ok , thanks ! " "Hi , Kate . "," Hi , Don . What a surprise ! " " Hi , Don . What a surprise ! "," Yeah , I saw someone walking like you , but I wasn ’ t sure . We haven ’ t seen each other for how long ? Almost three months ? But you look quite different now . " " Yeah , I saw someone walking like you , but I wasn ’ t sure . We haven ’ t seen each other for how long ? Almost three months ? But you look quite different now . ", Have you noticed what has changed ? Have you noticed what has changed ? ," Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ? " " Oh , you look quite slender and more vivacious . What have you been taking ? Are you on a diet ? "," Yes . I ’ m on a diet , but I ’ Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ’ Ve lost twelve pounds . " " Yes . I ’ m on a diet , but I ’ Ve not taken anything . I just eat less and exercise more . And it really worked in the past three months . I ’ Ve lost twelve pounds . "," Wow ! That ’ s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ’ s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break . " " Wow ! That ’ s great . I sincerely want to achieve my weight loss goals , but it ’ s difficult for me to keep up the exercise . Also you know , old habits are hard to break . ", What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ’ m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday . What kind of exercise do you think I do ? I just go to dance everyday after work . I ’ m taking an amateur dance class . I dance two hours everyday . , Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ’ s not hard . I can do that . Dance ? You only go dancing ? That ’ s not hard . I can do that . , Sure . Join my class next week . Excuse me . Have you forgotten our drinks ? ," Sorry , I'll bring them to you right away . " " Sorry , I'll bring them to you right away . ", Why is it taking so long ? Why is it taking so long ? , We are short of staff today . We are short of staff today . , There is something wrong with this dish . There is something wrong with this dish . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , I don't think this is fresh . I don't think this is fresh . , They were delivered this morning . They were delivered this morning . , Would you please ask the manager to come over ? I received an E-mail from mother today . , What did she say ? What did she say ? , She missed us and asked when we would go back home . She missed us and asked when we would go back home . , What's your plan ? What's your plan ? , I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet . I don't know . Maybe next week . We haven't been to the Great Wall yet . ," Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her . " " Right , then you'd better send an E-mail to tell her . ", All right . I went to the tutoring service centre on campus today . And I got a job . , Congratulation . What will you do ? Congratulation . What will you do ? ," They got me a part-time tutoring job , teaching an Australian businessman Chinese . " " They got me a part-time tutoring job , teaching an Australian businessman Chinese . ", That's wonderful . I want to get a part-time job too . Tell me what I should do . That's wonderful . I want to get a part-time job too . Tell me what I should do . , It's very simple actually . You can go to the service centre and have your name and job interest resisted . They will give you a call if any job comes up . It's very simple actually . You can go to the service centre and have your name and job interest resisted . They will give you a call if any job comes up . , Good . I'll do it . We're having a sixties party next week . Do you want to come ? , What is a sixties party ? What is a sixties party ? , You come dressed in anything from the sixties . You come dressed in anything from the sixties . , That sounds like fun . But where can I get clothes that old ? That sounds like fun . But where can I get clothes that old ? , Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something . Check out your mom's closet . I'll bet she still has something . , Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ? Good idea . Can I bring some music from that period too ? , That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ? That will be great ! Do you have LPs or Cds ? , Don't tell me you have a record player ! "Good morning , welcome to Bank of the USA . How may I help you today ? "," Hi , I need to transfer some money to another account . It ’ s urgent . " " Hi , I need to transfer some money to another account . It ’ s urgent . "," Okay , have you made a wire transfer at our bank before ? " " Okay , have you made a wire transfer at our bank before ? ", No . I ’ Ve never made a transfer before . No . I ’ Ve never made a transfer before . ," It ’ s alright , I will take you through the procedure . Are you transferring funds to a company or an individual account ? " " It ’ s alright , I will take you through the procedure . Are you transferring funds to a company or an individual account ? ", A company account . I need to pay a bill . A company account . I need to pay a bill . ," Okay , I ’ ll need the name of the company and their bank routing number as well as their bank ’ s address and phone number . " " Okay , I ’ ll need the name of the company and their bank routing number as well as their bank ’ s address and phone number . ", I have all the information in this folder . I have all the information in this folder . ," Well . You ’ Ve come prepared.You have all the necessary materials so we can go ahead and make the transfer right now . It ’ s a simple transaction , and we can process it today . " " Well . You ’ Ve come prepared.You have all the necessary materials so we can go ahead and make the transfer right now . It ’ s a simple transaction , and we can process it today . "," Oh , that ’ s such a relief . I didn ’ t want the payment to be overdue . Thank you so much . " " Oh , that ’ s such a relief . I didn ’ t want the payment to be overdue . Thank you so much . ", It ’ s my pleasure . What does your company do exactly ? ," We design and assemble a wide range of electric generators for hospitals , hotels anc small factories . We specialise in medium-sized generators but we're hoping to diversify into larger models next year . " " We design and assemble a wide range of electric generators for hospitals , hotels anc small factories . We specialise in medium-sized generators but we're hoping to diversify into larger models next year . ", And who do you sell to ? And who do you sell to ? , We export to Eastern Europe and the Far East . The domestic market accounts for about 40 percent of our total sales . "Hi , who has the remote control ? "," I do . Why , do you want me to change the channel ? " " I do . Why , do you want me to change the channel ? "," Yes , please . I can't stand watching the channel any more . " " Yes , please . I can't stand watching the channel any more . ", I think they have pretty good programmes . But I'll change it if you really want . I think they have pretty good programmes . But I'll change it if you really want . ," Put it on Channel 5 , OK ? " " Put it on Channel 5 , OK ? "," Oh , I hate Channel 5 . I'd rather just listen to the radio . " " Oh , I hate Channel 5 . I'd rather just listen to the radio . ", Don't make such a fuss . I'm sure you will like today's programme . Don't make such a fuss . I'm sure you will like today's programme . , What's on today ? What's on today ? , A basketball match between Chinese team and American team . A basketball match between Chinese team and American team . , Really ? I'm interested in it . Really ? I'm interested in it . , It might begin now . "You are from the travel agency , aren't you ? "," Yes , are you Mr James ? " " Yes , are you Mr James ? "," Yes , I am . Are you Miss Li from the travel agency ? " " Yes , I am . Are you Miss Li from the travel agency ? ", That's right . That's right . , Do you mind telling me your name ? Do you mind telling me your name ? , Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ? Of course not . My name is Li Ping . Is this all your baggage ? ," Yes , it is . I usually travel light . " " Yes , it is . I usually travel light . ", Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ? Welcome to Hong Kong . I'll go and get the car . Could you please wait a few minutes ? ," Sure , and I'm glad to meet you . Thanks for your help . " Thank you.Steven.That was the most magnificent meal I've had abroad.You ' ll have to let me reciprocate the next time you're in Beijing . ," Don't worry about it , Lin.That ' s no big deal.You know , Americans appreciate China's rich culinary culture . Just excuse me for a second while I check the number here and figure out how much to give the waiter.Hmm , by the way , what do you do about tipping in China ? " " Don't worry about it , Lin.That ' s no big deal.You know , Americans appreciate China's rich culinary culture . Just excuse me for a second while I check the number here and figure out how much to give the waiter.Hmm , by the way , what do you do about tipping in China ? ", We don't . We don't . , No tipping ? Now that's what I call a civilized system . No tipping ? Now that's what I call a civilized system . ," At hotels and some restaurants they add a service charge to the bill , but other than that , tipping isn't customary . " " At hotels and some restaurants they add a service charge to the bill , but other than that , tipping isn't customary . ", What about cab drivers and porters ? What about cab drivers and porters ? ," In a cab you just pay what it says on the meter . I generally tip hotel porters 10 yuan per bag , but in first-class hotels they're instructed not to accept gratuities . " " In a cab you just pay what it says on the meter . I generally tip hotel porters 10 yuan per bag , but in first-class hotels they're instructed not to accept gratuities . ", You'd have a revolution on your hands if you tried to introduce that sort of system here . The country is strong only in appearance . Don ’ t you think so ? , Yes . In fact there are quite a large number of people who have no food to eat and no place to live in . Yes . In fact there are quite a large number of people who have no food to eat and no place to live in . , You can say that again . The government must open it ’ s eyes to the fact . Hey Mike . What are you doing tonight ? , Nothing planned . How about you ? Nothing planned . How about you ? , Work is kicking my ass . I'm so stressed . Let's go grab a drink . Work is kicking my ass . I'm so stressed . Let's go grab a drink . ," I'm always up for a drink . To tell you the truth , it's been quite stressful here too . " " I'm always up for a drink . To tell you the truth , it's been quite stressful here too . ", I say we get drunk tonight . I don't want to think about all this stuff . I say we get drunk tonight . I don't want to think about all this stuff . , But we have to work tomorrow . But we have to work tomorrow . , We won't stay out too late . I just need to forget about work . We won't stay out too late . I just need to forget about work . , I hear ya . Let's do it . "What's the matter , John ? you seemed to be restless today . "," You see , I've been offered a new job . I can't decide whether to take it or not . " " You see , I've been offered a new job . I can't decide whether to take it or not . "," Oh , that's easy . If it's better than the one you are doing now , go for it . That's my advice . " " Oh , that's easy . If it's better than the one you are doing now , go for it . That's my advice . ", It isn't that easy . I hate to quit my present job . People around here are very nice and the work itself is challenging . It isn't that easy . I hate to quit my present job . People around here are very nice and the work itself is challenging . , Then what about the salary ? Would you get more ? Then what about the salary ? Would you get more ? ," Yes , they say I would get a big sum . " " Yes , they say I would get a big sum . ", Have you discussed it with your wife ? Have you discussed it with your wife ? ," Yes , she leaves it to me . " " Yes , she leaves it to me . ", As I say it the work is well worth try . After all you can get a higher salary . As I say it the work is well worth try . After all you can get a higher salary . , I have to think about it . "Welcome to China , Mr . White . "," How do you do , Ms . Chi ? " " How do you do , Ms . Chi ? "," Welcome to this corporation , Mr . White . Won ’ t you please sit down ? " " Welcome to this corporation , Mr . White . Won ’ t you please sit down ? ", Thank you . Thank you . , Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind . Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct . Exhibition there . Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind . ," Yes , we have . I ’ Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ’ d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it . " " Yes , we have . I ’ Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we ’ d like to import for the second half of this year . Here is a copy of it . "," Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery . " " Good . Well , Mr . White , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery . "," I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles . " " I hope so , too . Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles . "," Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles . " " Here are our catalog and price list . The catalog lists all the commodities we export , and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles . "," Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ? " " Thank you , Ms Chi . What are your normal export terms ? ", We normally export CFR . We normally export CFR . ," What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis . " " What commission do you usually pay for your exports ? As you know , we import on commission basis . ", That can be discussed . That can be discussed . ," All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ? " " All right . When can we meet again for more specific details , Ms Chi ? ", What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel . What about tomorrow morning at 9 ? I'll come over to your hotel . ," I'll be expecting you , then . " "Julia , what time is it ? ", Eight o'clock . It's time for you to get up and have breakfast . Eight o'clock . It's time for you to get up and have breakfast . ," Oh , my God ! I'm going to be late ! I have no time to have breakfast now . ( Hurry on his clothes . ) " " Oh , my God ! I'm going to be late ! I have no time to have breakfast now . ( Hurry on his clothes . ) "," You won't go to work today , Steven , It's Sunday . Come and have breakfast now . " " You won't go to work today , Steven , It's Sunday . Come and have breakfast now . "," Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now . " " Oh , I have a poor memory now . I haven't had enough sleep lately . I had a bad dream just now . "," You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again . " " You have been too tired recently , darling . That's why I didn't wake you up this morning . After breakfast , you can go to sleep again . ", Yes . I really need to have a good rest . "I love her so much , you know . I want to be alone . Please keep quiet . ", I am just casting pearls before swine . What's wrong ? , There's no power . There's no power . , Have you checked the fuse box ? Have you checked the fuse box ? ," Yes , the fuse had blown and I've changed it but now the motor keeps cutting out . " " Yes , the fuse had blown and I've changed it but now the motor keeps cutting out . "," There might be a loose connection somewhere that's making the safety switch trip . Check the settings on the trip-switch . If you can't fix it yourself , call in an electrician . " "If this coat doesn't fit , may I bring it back later ? "," Sorry , We don't take returns on sale items . " Do you know what E-commerce is ? ," Well , I'm not sure . Maybe it means we can buy something through the Internet . " " Well , I'm not sure . Maybe it means we can buy something through the Internet . ", That's right That's right , It must be very convenient and pretty quick . It must be very convenient and pretty quick . ," Sure , but you must have access to the Internet . " Have you met John recently ? , I saw him last week . It seems he was a bit queer in the head . I saw him last week . It seems he was a bit queer in the head . ," Yes , he has been like that since his accident . " " Yes , he has been like that since his accident . ", What a pity ! Where did you get assigned to go this time around ? , They asked me to go to Paris to check on the new office that was just established there . And you ? They asked me to go to Paris to check on the new office that was just established there . And you ? , Hong Kong again . I would like to go somewhere different for a change . Hong Kong again . I would like to go somewhere different for a change . , Teach me Cantonese and I'll pull some strings to get a trade with you next time around . Teach me Cantonese and I'll pull some strings to get a trade with you next time around . ," If you really want to learn , remind me when you get back from your business trip . " " If you really want to learn , remind me when you get back from your business trip . ", You're on . You're on . , When do you leave ? When do you leave ? , I'm scheduled to fly out on the tenth . I would like to buy a ticket to New York please . , When do you plan to travel ? When do you plan to travel ? , I ’ d like to pack my bags and leave tonight . I ’ d like to pack my bags and leave tonight . , Are you aware that without two weeks advance notice prices will be very high ? Are you aware that without two weeks advance notice prices will be very high ? ," Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what . " " Yes I know , but I just got the chance to leave and so I am going to take it no matter what . "," I understand . So that ’ s one ticket to New York , and you ’ ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ? " " I understand . So that ’ s one ticket to New York , and you ’ ll be departing tonight . Will that be one-way or round trip ? "," I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket . " " I wish I could stay there , but unfortunately it will have to be a round trip ticket . ", When would you like to return ? When would you like to return ? , My return date will be the 14th . My return date will be the 14th . , OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ? OK . I have several seats available . Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ? , Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy ! Anything but a center seat is fine with me . The middle seat drives me crazy ! , OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6 OK Mr . Lee . I have you booked on flight 513 leaving on the 5th at 11:00 pm and arriving in New York on the 6th at 6 , Will there be any layovers ? Will there be any layovers ? ," No , all flights are direct . " " No , all flights are direct . "," Perfect ! I ’ m afraid to ask , but how much is it ? " " Perfect ! I ’ m afraid to ask , but how much is it ? ", $ 800 dollars . I spend all my time looking after my baby . I'm so tired . , Why don't you ask your husband to help you with it ? Why don't you ask your husband to help you with it ? ," I've tried it , but he would have none of it . " There's a concert in Capital Theatre this Sunday . , So what ? So what ? ," Look , I have two tickets.Will you go with me ? " " Look , I have two tickets.Will you go with me ? "," Wow , I like concerts . " Hello . Is this Ann ? ," Yes , it is . Kelly ? " " Yes , it is . Kelly ? "," Yes , it's me . " " Yes , it's me . ", Do you have a cold ? Do you have a cold ? , No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever . No . Worse than that . I have a flu . I'm in bed with a fever . ," Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ? " " Oh , no ! What about your presentation today ? "," I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it . " " I'd like to do it , of course . But I just can't . I'm afraid I'd fall down in the middle of it . ", I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ? I understand . What should I tell Mr . Morley ? , Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon . Why not just tell him I'm sick ? I'll ring him myself this afternoon . , Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ? Alright . Have you been to see a doctor ? ," Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out.Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that . " " Not yet . I feel too lousy to go out.Anyway , I have a flu . I know what it is . I don't need a doctor to tell me that . ", Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ? Do you think you'll be able to come in tomorrow ? Or should I call off your appointments for tomorrow too ? , I'm not sure yet.Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think . I'm not sure yet.Maybe this will all be gone in a day . So it's probably better if you don't call off my appointments . I will call you later this afternoon and tell you what I think . , It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside.Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep . It's rainy weather today . Maybe it's better if you just stay inside.Make yourself some chicken soup and sleep . ," Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup.Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it . " " Yes , that's what I plan to do . Except I won't make the chicken soup.Right now I don't think I could swallow more than a spoonful of it . "," That bad , huh ? " " That bad , huh ? "," Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever . " " Yeah , I'm very nauseous . It's mostly nausea and a fever . "," Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley . " " Well , I'll cancel your appointments for today . And I'll tell Mr . Morley . "," Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon . " " Thanks , Ann . Talk to you this afternoon . ", Hope you feel better . "Grandpa , this seat is for you , for you are the eldest person here and also it's your birthday today . "," Oh , you are such a good child today . Come here . Sit next to me . " " Oh , you are such a good child today . Come here . Sit next to me . "," I'm afraid I can't do that . It's Dad's seat , according to the book about table manners . " " I'm afraid I can't do that . It's Dad's seat , according to the book about table manners . "," Oh , you read ? Very good . Then , I think we should do something different today . I'll give you some privilege . " " Oh , you read ? Very good . Then , I think we should do something different today . I'll give you some privilege . ", Great . That's my favorite seat which will be the nearest to the birthday cake . Great . That's my favorite seat which will be the nearest to the birthday cake . , Now I see what you read the book for . But it's fine . I'll give you the lion's share . Now I see what you read the book for . But it's fine . I'll give you the lion's share . , Why do they serve up the noodles first ? I don't like it . Where is the cake ? Why do they serve up the noodles first ? I don't like it . Where is the cake ? , This is not common noodles . They're “ long-lived ” noodles.it ' s an old Chinese tradition to eat.long - lived noodle on birthday . This is not common noodles . They're “ long-lived ” noodles.it ' s an old Chinese tradition to eat.long - lived noodle on birthday . , I see . Then I'll try it . Hi Colin . How are you feeling today ? ," Oh , I feel ok but I ’ m still very tired . " " Oh , I feel ok but I ’ m still very tired . ", It's probably jet lag . It's probably jet lag . ," I think so . One minute I feel quite awake , and the next I feel very tired . " " I think so . One minute I feel quite awake , and the next I feel very tired . ", Do you want to visit any tourist spots in the city ? Do you want to visit any tourist spots in the city ? ," Oh yes , I'm very interested in Chinese history so I ’ d like to visit the Summer Palace . " " Oh yes , I'm very interested in Chinese history so I ’ d like to visit the Summer Palace . ", Good idea . I ’ d be very happy to go there . Did you enjoy your meal ? ," Yes , we really enjoyed it . " " Yes , we really enjoyed it . ", May I interest you in some dessert ? May I interest you in some dessert ? ," Yes , that sounds great . " " Yes , that sounds great . "," Well , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp for our specials . " " Well , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp for our specials . ", The apple crisp sounds great . The apple crisp sounds great . ," Since there are four of you , would you like to split a second dessert ? " " Since there are four of you , would you like to split a second dessert ? "," Good suggestion . Could you please bring us a chocolate mousse cake and four dessert forks , please ? " " Good suggestion . Could you please bring us a chocolate mousse cake and four dessert forks , please ? ", Would you like coffee or tea with your dessert ? Would you like coffee or tea with your dessert ? ," Let's have four coffees , please . " " Let's have four coffees , please . ", OK . I will be right back with your desserts and drinks . OK . I will be right back with your desserts and drinks . , Thank you ! We have really enjoyed our meal here . Please come in and sit down . I ’ m happy to finally meet you . ," Same here , Ms . Drake . I've been looking forward to this . " " Same here , Ms . Drake . I've been looking forward to this . ", I ’ m sorry I kept you waiting . I ’ m sorry I kept you waiting . ," No , no , no , not at all , you were right on time . I was early . I hope I didn ’ t rush you . I ’ m glad for the opportunity to interview with you . " " No , no , no , not at all , you were right on time . I was early . I hope I didn ’ t rush you . I ’ m glad for the opportunity to interview with you . ", Thank you . Can I get you some coffee or a cup of tea ? Thank you . Can I get you some coffee or a cup of tea ? ," I ’ m fine , thank you . " " I ’ m fine , thank you . "," Good , then let ’ s get to the interview . " " Good , then let ’ s get to the interview . "," Great , that ’ s why I ’ m here . " Hi ! Peter . How are you ? , Fine ! How about you ? Fine ! How about you ? , Pretty good . "what was your wedding ceremony like , Abigail ? ", my husband and I got married in a registry office with just two friends there as witnesses . But then we had three parties to celebrate . my husband and I got married in a registry office with just two friends there as witnesses . But then we had three parties to celebrate . , three parties ? That's quite a lot . That must have been expensive ! three parties ? That's quite a lot . That must have been expensive ! ," well , since my husband and I are from two different countries , and we live in a third country , we decided to have one in each country . It wasn't actually that expensive . " " well , since my husband and I are from two different countries , and we live in a third country , we decided to have one in each country . It wasn't actually that expensive . ", were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ? were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married ? ," I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ’ t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood . " " I would have liked them to be there , but they couldn ’ t afford to fly out to see us , and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them , so they understood . ", did your husband's family get to meet your family ? did your husband's family get to meet your family ? ," my husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed t " " my husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown , so that was great . Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions , but we agreed t ", that makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ? that makes sense . Did you go on a honeymoon ? , we waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa . we waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa . ," you really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ? " " you really didn't have a very traditional wedding , did you ? "," not at all , but we don ’ t have a very traditional marriage either , so it suited us perfectly ! " Have you got any better ? , That's the best there is . That's the best there is . ," Okay , I'll take one . " " Okay , I'll take one . "," That'll be $ 200 , sir . " "If we are to modernize our information processing , manufacturing system and management code , we need to complete our office automation . "," Yes , you're right . We have to equip our company with a network of workstations at every office as soon as possible . " " Yes , you're right . We have to equip our company with a network of workstations at every office as soon as possible . "," Our copying machines are too slow , our telephone system is limited in function , and our offices are not well-equipped for us to work efficiently . To improve the offices for higher efficiency , we have to change all the chairs and some of the desks also , redesign our office so that we may have more space . " " Our copying machines are too slow , our telephone system is limited in function , and our offices are not well-equipped for us to work efficiently . To improve the offices for higher efficiency , we have to change all the chairs and some of the desks also , redesign our office so that we may have more space . "," Good . We can contact the Tiana Office Furniture Store , and ask them to install computers in our company , deliver new tables and other furniture to match the function of the computers , and to improve our work atmosphere simultaneously . " "Good afternoon , what can I do for you today ? "," I'd like to get some details about a Personal Housing Loan , please . " " I'd like to get some details about a Personal Housing Loan , please . ", That's no problem . We have many different ways to go about getting a mortgage and all with terms to suit you . That's no problem . We have many different ways to go about getting a mortgage and all with terms to suit you . ," You see , I've just got married and we are looking at getting on the property ladder with our first home . " " You see , I've just got married and we are looking at getting on the property ladder with our first home . "," Well , congratulations ! It's lovely being a newly wed , but also so much pressure . Could you tell me what kind of property you are looking for ? " " Well , congratulations ! It's lovely being a newly wed , but also so much pressure . Could you tell me what kind of property you are looking for ? "," Yes , just a simple apartment , nothing too big . " " Yes , just a simple apartment , nothing too big . "," Yes , I see . There are just the two of you at the moment . Please take a look through this brochure ; it's especially for first-time-buyers . I think it'll be very helpful . " " Yes , I see . There are just the two of you at the moment . Please take a look through this brochure ; it's especially for first-time-buyers . I think it'll be very helpful . "," That's great , exactly what I need to know . Thanks . " "Welcome to Lens Magic , ma ’ am.How can I help you ? ", I ’ d like to buy an inexpensive camera . I ’ d like to buy an inexpensive camera . ," Well , we ’ Ve got several point-and-shoot cameras.These are all 35mm compact cameras with auto-focus and a built-in flash.We also have these Polaroid cameras . " " Well , we ’ Ve got several point-and-shoot cameras.These are all 35mm compact cameras with auto-focus and a built-in flash.We also have these Polaroid cameras . ", I don ’ t think I ’ ll need a Polaroid.Does this 35mm camera have an automatic flash ? I don ’ t think I ’ ll need a Polaroid.Does this 35mm camera have an automatic flash ? ," Yes , it does.But you can turn it off if you want . " " Yes , it does.But you can turn it off if you want . "," Okay , I ’ ll take this one.Does it come with batteries and a case ? " " Okay , I ’ ll take this one.Does it come with batteries and a case ? "," Yes , it does.Here , I ’ ll box it up for you . " "Excuse me . My bag was stolen , will you help me ? ", When did it happen ? When did it happen ? , Just about half an hour ago . Just about half an hour ago . , Tell me where it happened and how . Tell me where it happened and how . ," Yes , it was just when I was walking in the park . I saw some children with a newspaper . " " Yes , it was just when I was walking in the park . I saw some children with a newspaper . "," That happens often these days . Well , please fill in this Report of Theft . " " That happens often these days . Well , please fill in this Report of Theft . ", I want to get in touch with the Chinese Embassy because my passport was in the stolen bag . This is where we sing ? These booths are so comfortable I think I could fall asleep ! , Let's order something to eat . What are you in the mood for ? Let's order something to eat . What are you in the mood for ? , I'll have whatever you're having . I'll have whatever you're having . ," OK . How about some spring rolls and squid balls , some pork skins , and some beer ! " " OK . How about some spring rolls and squid balls , some pork skins , and some beer ! ", Well ... the beer sounds good ! "Hey , Jenny . Would you like to go to dinner with me ? ", I don't know . You know what they say about office romances . I don't know . You know what they say about office romances . ," No , I don't . What do they say about office romances ? " " No , I don't . What do they say about office romances ? ", They say you shouldn't mix love and work . They say you shouldn't mix love and work . ," That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ’ s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here . " " That's silly . What I do on my own time is no one else ’ s business . Besides , it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here . "," You ’ Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me . " " You ’ Ve got a point . Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism . Then when the relationship went bad , he fired me . ", People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact . People fall in love with people they work with . That's a fact . ," That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity . " " That may be true , but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity . "," If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other . " " If it does , it will only make you more productive , because we can support each other . ", You are sounding like we are already married . You are sounding like we are already married . , Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry . Good grief . All I did was ask you out . I am sorry . ," Well , I don't feel right about it . " " Well , I don't feel right about it . "," I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime . " " I am talking about dinner tonight , not a lifetime . "," Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ? " " Most starts with dinner , but then it gets out of hand . Besides , haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office ? ", I like company . I like company . , Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus ! Company ? I heard about you from Linda . She said you were an octopus ! , What can I say ? I am a passionate guy . What can I say ? I am a passionate guy . ," Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about . " " Well , I hope you can find something else to be passionate about . ", You want to go out with me and you know it . You want to go out with me and you know it . ," In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do . " " In your dreams . Now if you don't mind , I've got some work to do . "," Ok , I get the message . Hey , do you have any sisters ? " What's going on ? , Not much . Not much . ," This Friday , I'm throwing a party . " " This Friday , I'm throwing a party . ", Oh really ? I didn't know that . Oh really ? I didn't know that . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , I haven't heard anything about it . I haven't heard anything about it . , Can you make it ? Can you make it ? , What time does it start ? What time does it start ? , The party starts at 8 . The party starts at 8 . ," Yeah , I think I'll go . " " Yeah , I think I'll go . ", Am I going to see you there ? Am I going to see you there ? , You will . Have you ever gotten a parking ticket ? , I've never gotten one . Have you ? I've never gotten one . Have you ? , I got a ticket yesterday . I got a ticket yesterday . , Really ? What did you get one for ? Really ? What did you get one for ? , I parked in the red zone . I parked in the red zone . , Why did you do that ? Why did you do that ? , I needed to get something really quick . I needed to get something really quick . , Where did you park at ? Where did you park at ? , At my apartment building . At my apartment building . , Don't you have your own parking spot ? Don't you have your own parking spot ? , I needed to be fast . I needed to be fast . , That was very lazy of you . What shall we do today ? ," We'd better stay in the hotel , because the tour will begin tomorrow . " " We'd better stay in the hotel , because the tour will begin tomorrow . "," Let's go out for some exercise , shall we ? " " Let's go out for some exercise , shall we ? ", What an excellent idea ! What an excellent idea ! , Shall we do some jogging ? Shall we do some jogging ? , OK . OK . , I feel well now . I feel well now . ," Yes , some exercise is necessary for us . " " Yes , some exercise is necessary for us . ", Quite right . "Your resume mentioned that you had been the surveyor , which was a concurrent job , of a certain market survey company . What was your main work content ? "," My main duties include designing survey sheets , transferring them to the dispatchers , making telephone covering on blurred information and processing the data and doing the primary analysis . " " My main duties include designing survey sheets , transferring them to the dispatchers , making telephone covering on blurred information and processing the data and doing the primary analysis . ", What had you gained mainly from this survey activity ? What had you gained mainly from this survey activity ? ," First , it was how to design survey sheets according to the subjects , because we had to prevent the questions from being too influential and we must make sure that every question was balanced and equitable . Secondly , it was how to get information through telephone covering in the fastest and most effectively way , because the person doing the survey usually doesn ’ t have the patience to wait for long feedback . So the way we put up questions must be clear and direct and only by this means can we get accurate data . " Hello ! ," Hello , Is that Stefan ? " " Hello , Is that Stefan ? "," I'm sorry , but I'm afraid you've dialed the wrong number.There is no Stefan here . " " I'm sorry , but I'm afraid you've dialed the wrong number.There is no Stefan here . ", Really ? Are you sure ? I called before and he was there . Really ? Are you sure ? I called before and he was there . , Yes . I'm sure . You have the wrong number . I have used this number for more than 20 years . Yes . I'm sure . You have the wrong number . I have used this number for more than 20 years . , That can't be true . I remember the number clearly . Is your number 1199886 ? That can't be true . I remember the number clearly . Is your number 1199886 ? ," No , it isn't . It's 1199866 . It seems that you have misdialed . " " No , it isn't . It's 1199866 . It seems that you have misdialed . "," Oh , I'm sorry I bothered you . I'm really sorry . " " Oh , I'm sorry I bothered you . I'm really sorry . ", It doesn't matter . It happens to everyone . It doesn't matter . It happens to everyone . , Sorry again for bothering you . Sorry again for bothering you . , That's all right . I'm sorry I'm so late . I had a really bad day . , It's ten after six.We ' re late.But dinner is at six thirty . It's ten after six.We ' re late.But dinner is at six thirty . , I know . I know . I'm really sorry . I lost my bag . I know . I know . I'm really sorry . I lost my bag . , I'll call the lost and found office . I'll call the lost and found office . , I didn't think of it.Thank you.And I do apologize for being late . "Well , what is your trouble ? "," I'm not feeling well , doctor . I have a sore throat . " " I'm not feeling well , doctor . I have a sore throat . ", Have you any aches and pains ? Have you any aches and pains ? ," Yes , my back aches . " " Yes , my back aches . ", I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ? I'll take your temperature . How long have you been feeling ill ? , It began the night before last . It began the night before last . ," You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom " " You have a temperature , but it's nothing serious . It's probably just the flu . I'll give you a prescription . Take this to the chemist's . Take one tablet every four hours . You should stay in bed tom ", Lots of people are ill at the moment . Lots of people are ill at the moment . , It's this cold weather we're having . What would you like for Christmas ? , I would like to have that new style Gl Joe . I would like to have that new style Gl Joe . , Have you asked Santa ? Have you asked Santa ? , Yes and I've written him a letter . "Here , Let me get the door for you . ", Thanks . Thanks . , Do you need a hand with that ? Do you need a hand with that ? ," Actually , I could you some help . Thank you so much . " " Actually , I could you some help . Thank you so much . ", Don't worry about it . Toronto is really a lovely place to visit . , What attracts you most ? What attracts you most ? ," The Old Town , the Distillery Historic District , the Financial District and Underground City , everything is so attractive . " I was told my friend Joe was speaking ill of me . That's a real let-down . , I don't think Joe has done such a thing . Don't believe things in haste . I don't think Joe has done such a thing . Don't believe things in haste . , Maybe I should go and ask him whether it's true . Are you free tonight ? , Depends . "Lousy weather , isn't it ? "," It has stopped snowing , but it's even colder . " " It has stopped snowing , but it's even colder . ", Look at the ice there hanging from the eaves . Look at the ice there hanging from the eaves . , And the streets are covered with snow . And the streets are covered with snow . , Do you know what the temperature is today ? Do you know what the temperature is today ? , I missed today's weather forecast over the TV . I missed today's weather forecast over the TV . , It feels like ten degrees below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather but I do hate it when it gets slippery . It feels like ten degrees below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather but I do hate it when it gets slippery . , The ice will soon be thick enough for skating . I am so fond of winter sports . The ice will soon be thick enough for skating . I am so fond of winter sports . , That's great . Let's go skating together tomorrow . "How about you , Chuck ? Where did you grow up ? "," Well , I was born in Ohio , but I grew up in Texas . " " Well , I was born in Ohio , but I grew up in Texas . ", And when did you come to Los Angeles ? And when did you come to Los Angeles ? , In 1978 . I went to college here . In 1978 . I went to college here . , Oh . What was your major ? Oh . What was your major ? , Drama . I was an actor for five years after college . Drama . I was an actor for five years after college . , That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ? That's interesting . So why did you become a hairdresser ? , Because I needed the money . And because I was good at it . Look ! What do you think ? "Good morning , Jim ! "," Good morning , Emma ! A lovely day , isn't it ? " " Good morning , Emma ! A lovely day , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is . The sun is shining . There is no wind , only a pleasant breeze . " " Yes , it is . The sun is shining . There is no wind , only a pleasant breeze . ", It is the best season for a picnic right now . Have you decided the place for your picnic ? It is the best season for a picnic right now . Have you decided the place for your picnic ? , We have decided to go to the park this Sunday . Would you like to go with us if you have not decided yet ? We have decided to go to the park this Sunday . Would you like to go with us if you have not decided yet ? , What did the whetherman say ? What did the whetherman say ? , He ’ s predicting clear skies . He ’ s predicting clear skies . ," Well , I will think it over . " Mike promised to help us . , Mike ? How can you trust him to help us ? Mike ? How can you trust him to help us ? , Why not ? Why not ? , He is too unpredictable . He says anything that pops into his head . And then he forgets it all . I can look anybody in the face because I ’ Ve done nothing to make me feel guilty or something . , There are not so many people like you . There are not so many people like you . , You are flattering me . "Excuse me , can I order now , please ? "," OK , what would you like ? " " OK , what would you like ? "," I ’ d like the lasagna , please . " " I ’ d like the lasagna , please . ", Sure and which one would you like ? Sure and which one would you like ? ," I ’ ll try the vegetarian , please . " Are you looking for shoes ? ," Yes , could you give me some ideas ? " " Yes , could you give me some ideas ? ", What about this brown one ? What about this brown one ? ," Fine , it's the thing for me . I will take it . " I think I'll write a book . , What about ? What about ? , All of the time tested healthy habits from around the world . All of the time tested healthy habits from around the world . , You have done a lot of traveling . I'll bet you've learned quite a bit . You have done a lot of traveling . I'll bet you've learned quite a bit . , The interesting thing is to see what really works and what's just hype . The interesting thing is to see what really works and what's just hype . , Because you can see the results with the general public ? Because you can see the results with the general public ? , That's right . I think we all have much we can learn from each other . That's right . I think we all have much we can learn from each other . , I would buy that kind of book ! I am sorry I am so late to work . , What was the problem ? What was the problem ? , I lost track of time . I lost track of time . , Things happen ; make sure it doesn't become a habit . Things happen ; make sure it doesn't become a habit . ," OK , it won't happen again . " " OK , it won't happen again . "," All right , please take this message and call this client . " " All right , please take this message and call this client . "," OK , no problem . " " OK , no problem . ", Now does everyone understand the diagram on the board ? Now does everyone understand the diagram on the board ? ," Yes , I understand the numbers . " " Yes , I understand the numbers . ", I will explain it again ; especially for those of you who arrived late . Here you are . You left the medicine here . , Sorry . I was too worried . Sorry . I was too worried . , I firmly believe that you love your brother very much . I firmly believe that you love your brother very much . ," Absolutely . By the way , do you sell any traditional Chinese medicine ? " " Absolutely . By the way , do you sell any traditional Chinese medicine ? "," Yes , we have some Chinese medicine for common cold . " " Yes , we have some Chinese medicine for common cold . ", I heard Chinese medicine has a better lasting effect in cure . I heard Chinese medicine has a better lasting effect in cure . , It depends . It's true that you can take some for prevention . "Next , please . Hello , may I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I want to send a registered airmail letter to France . " " Yes , I want to send a registered airmail letter to France . "," Ok , it comes four dollars twenty cents . " " Ok , it comes four dollars twenty cents . ", Here is five dollars . Here is five dollars . , Here is your change . Please wait for your receipt of the registered mail . Here is your change . Please wait for your receipt of the registered mail . , I also want to pack up my package . This is the notes . I also want to pack up my package . This is the notes . , Let me see . En .. just a minute . Here it is . I need your signature on this note . Let me see . En .. just a minute . Here it is . I need your signature on this note . ," Oh , one more thing , where can I mail this letter ? " " Oh , one more thing , where can I mail this letter ? ", Drop it in the mail box mark out of town . at that corner . Drop it in the mail box mark out of town . at that corner . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You ‘ re welcome . We're thinking about going to America . , Have you thought about the cost ? Have you thought about the cost ? , There is that . There is that . , I believe it'll be very expensive . "You're just left school , haven't you , Emily ? "," Yes , I finished last Friday . " " Yes , I finished last Friday . ", You sound relieved . You sound relieved . ," Well , yes . I don't mind admitting that I am . I enjoyed school , but I did object to having to go in every day once we've done all our exams . " " Well , yes . I don't mind admitting that I am . I enjoyed school , but I did object to having to go in every day once we've done all our exams . "," Well , what are you going to do now ? Have you made any plans ? " " Well , what are you going to do now ? Have you made any plans ? "," Yes , I intend to go to university.That ' ll be in September.But it all depends on my A level results . " " Yes , I intend to go to university.That ' ll be in September.But it all depends on my A level results . ", You mean getting into university actually depends on your passing your A level subjects ? You mean getting into university actually depends on your passing your A level subjects ? ," Oh , yes . " "Good morning , Mr . Huang . It's a pleasure to meet you again . ", Pleased to see you . Welcome to our company . I hope you have a good day . Pleased to see you . Welcome to our company . I hope you have a good day . , Thank you . Can I meet my colleagues ? Thank you . Can I meet my colleagues ? ," Sure , come with me . Hello , Michael , this is Steven . He will be part of your team . " " Sure , come with me . Hello , Michael , this is Steven . He will be part of your team . "," Hi , Steven , welcome to join us ! " " Hi , Steven , welcome to join us ! ", I ’ Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance . I ’ Ve been looking forward to meeting you . I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance . , That ’ s right . Just call me if you need anything . That ’ s right . Just call me if you need anything . , That's great . That's great . ," Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ’ ll introduce you to them later . " " Well , as the other guys are still not in , I ’ ll introduce you to them later . ", All right . What do you do ? , I ’ m a firefighter . I ’ m a firefighter . , Really ? That ’ s so cool . Really ? That ’ s so cool . , I ’ m really lucky to do something I really love . I ’ m really lucky to do something I really love . , What station do you work at ? What station do you work at ? , I work downtown at station 24.It can get a little crazy sometimes but that ’ s what makes it challenging . "Marry Wang's Office , this is Marry . "," Hi Marry , this is Tom . " " Hi Marry , this is Tom . ", How can I help you ? How can I help you ? , I need to see if we can get together today . This section of the store is called Junior . Why is that ? , It means young girls . That's where you'll find clothes for young girls . It means young girls . That's where you'll find clothes for young girls . , But I can't find anything in my size here . But I can't find anything in my size here . ," You're small , but you're not a child . " " You're small , but you're not a child . "," Well , there's nothing I can do about my height ! " " Well , there's nothing I can do about my height ! ", There's a petite section that you an check out . There's a petite section that you an check out . , What's in the petite section ? What's in the petite section ? , It has clothes in small sizes for small women . "Excuse me , I'm looking for your 3 - liter Pepsis , the ones that are on sale this week . There don't seem to be any in the soft drink section . "," We may be sold out of them . Let me check the back . ( The clerk goes to the storeroom , returning a few minutes later . ) I'm afraid we're out of stock . Would you like a rain check ? " " We may be sold out of them . Let me check the back . ( The clerk goes to the storeroom , returning a few minutes later . ) I'm afraid we're out of stock . Would you like a rain check ? "," Yes , I would , thank you . " " Yes , I would , thank you . ", Let me get the manager to sign one for you . "Did you get any pizza ? When I got there , only small one was left . What a pity ! ", I got the short end of the stick . "What's that , a new video game ? ", Nope ! It's the latest generation of PAD ! You won't believe what it can do . Nope ! It's the latest generation of PAD ! You won't believe what it can do . , For instance ? For instance ? ," It has a built-in camera unit that takes digital color stills . It also plays MP3 files , which I can save on media cards and then transfer to the hard drive of my computer . " " It has a built-in camera unit that takes digital color stills . It also plays MP3 files , which I can save on media cards and then transfer to the hard drive of my computer . ", Wow ! Anything else ? Wow ! Anything else ? , This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen . This one comes with its own folding keyboard . It has a pre-installed handwriting recognition program . I can use the stylus to write on the screen . , What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ? What if I want to use CD-ROMs or floppies ? , Just plug in a peripheral CD or floppy drive and you're ready to go ! "Hurry up , Daniel , it's Barbie time . "," All right , Sis ! " " All right , Sis ! "," Come on , it's cool outside . " " Come on , it's cool outside . ", I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us . I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us . ," Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ? " " Hey , Daniel , what's your favorite weather ? Snowy or sunny ? "," Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today . " " Me ? Er , I like hot weather , just like today . ", What ? Are you crazy ? What ? Are you crazy ? , I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out . I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out . ," Ew , Danny , gross ! " " Ew , Danny , gross ! "," By the way , what's your favorite weather ? " " By the way , what's your favorite weather ? "," I love snowy , because it is very very romantic . " " I love snowy , because it is very very romantic . "," Look , is that Tom ? " Are you through with your meal ? ," Yes , I am . Could I have the bill , please ? " " Yes , I am . Could I have the bill , please ? ", Here is your bill . 150 yuan in all . Here is your bill . 150 yuan in all . , Do you accept check ? Do you accept check ? ," No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash . " " No , I'm sorry we don't . We accept credit cards and cash . "," Well , I'd like to pay by cash . " " Well , I'd like to pay by cash . ", OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change . OK . ( A few minutes later ) Sorry to keep you waiting . Here is your change . , Thanks . Thanks . , My pleasure . Welcome to our restaurant next time . I'm so glad I bought this watch ! , Cool ! Flashy red lines ! Cool ! Flashy red lines ! , I think this is the coolest watch I've ever owned . I think this is the coolest watch I've ever owned . , Is it waterproof ? Is it waterproof ? , Isn't that a silly question ? You know how much of an athlete I am . Isn't that a silly question ? You know how much of an athlete I am . ," Uh , huh ... so what kind of sports do you need a waterproof watch for ? " " Uh , huh ... so what kind of sports do you need a waterproof watch for ? "," Well , surfing , scuba diving ... " "Isn ’ t this great ? I always wanted to own a farm , live out in the country , grow my own food ! "," This is very beautiful . Though I have to confess , I don ’ t know the first thing about farming ! " " This is very beautiful . Though I have to confess , I don ’ t know the first thing about farming ! ", That ’ s fine ! Don ’ t worry about it ! That ’ s fine ! Don ’ t worry about it ! , What was that ? What was that ? ," Relax , it was just a goat ! " " Relax , it was just a goat ! ", And that ? And that ? , It ’ s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later . It ’ s just the cows that are grazing over there . We can milk them later . , What was that ? What was that ? ," Honey , seriously , It ’ s just a sheep . Relax ! " " Honey , seriously , It ’ s just a sheep . Relax ! "," Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable . " " Relax , that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable . ", You know what ? I don ’ t think I can hack it here out in the countryside . I ’ m going back to the city ! I'm really glad that you came to see me . , I had to . I was missing you a lot . I had to . I was missing you a lot . , I was missing you too . I was missing you too . ," So , why haven't you visited me ? " " So , why haven't you visited me ? ", I've actually been busy lately . I've actually been busy lately . , What have you been doing ? What have you been doing ? , I've just been working really hard . I've just been working really hard . , I've also been busy . I've also been busy . , Tell me what you've been doing . Tell me what you've been doing . ," Basically , I've been working too . " " Basically , I've been working too . "," Well whatever , I'm glad you came . " " Well whatever , I'm glad you came . ", So am I . "Hi , Jim and Wendy . Where're you going ? ", We're going to that new restaurant for lunch . Would you like to join us ? "Hi , Dan . What's new ? ", Where have you been ? I've been trying to get in touch with you for two days . Where have you been ? I've been trying to get in touch with you for two days . , I went to Salt Lake City on business . What's up ? I went to Salt Lake City on business . What's up ? , I got fired . I got fired . ," How come ? Last time I saw you . You told me it was a good job , and you'd like to take it as a career . That was only one month ago . Why this sudden change ? " " How come ? Last time I saw you . You told me it was a good job , and you'd like to take it as a career . That was only one month ago . Why this sudden change ? "," It's a long story . In a word , I didn't do a good job of it . I messed up a business deal , a deal that would have made ten million dollars and I messed it up . " " It's a long story . In a word , I didn't do a good job of it . I messed up a business deal , a deal that would have made ten million dollars and I messed it up . ", What are you going to do now ? What are you going to do now ? ," I am trying to find a job asap . Lily doesn't know yet . I didn't tell her . I spent the past three days at the coffee shop next to your office , and she thought I went to work as usual . " " I am trying to find a job asap . Lily doesn't know yet . I didn't tell her . I spent the past three days at the coffee shop next to your office , and she thought I went to work as usual . ", That's not the way to solve the problem . Did you look in the classified advertisements column ? That's not the way to solve the problem . Did you look in the classified advertisements column ? ," Yes , I did . But I wasn't qualified for most of the jobs that I was interested in . " " Yes , I did . But I wasn't qualified for most of the jobs that I was interested in . "," Listen . I will see what I can do , ok ? You go home and tell Lily about this problem you have now . She is your wife and I am sure she will understand . " " Listen . I will see what I can do , ok ? You go home and tell Lily about this problem you have now . She is your wife and I am sure she will understand . "," I just don't know how to bring it up . Well , all right . She has the right to know anyways . " I wouldn't dare go bungee jumping . , Chicken ! "I want to keep a pet , but I don't know which one to buy ? "," Dogs are nice , but they are really energetic , and you need to make sure they get enough exercise every day . " " Dogs are nice , but they are really energetic , and you need to make sure they get enough exercise every day . "," Having a dog would probably be too much work for me , then . " " Having a dog would probably be too much work for me , then . ", What about cats ? They are more independent . What about cats ? They are more independent . ," Actually , I was thinking of something a little more exotic . I don't want a common pet like a dog or a cat . " " Actually , I was thinking of something a little more exotic . I don't want a common pet like a dog or a cat . ", How about a lizard ? Are lizards more along the lines of what you were thinking of getting ? How about a lizard ? Are lizards more along the lines of what you were thinking of getting ? ," Yeah , are they easy to look after ? " " Yeah , are they easy to look after ? "," Yeah , they are pretty low-maintenance ; they eat almost anything . " "Honey , do you have a second ? ", Sure ! Are you okay ? You seem a bit worried.What ’ s on your mind ? Sure ! Are you okay ? You seem a bit worried.What ’ s on your mind ? , We need to talk . We need to talk . , Okay ... Okay ... ," I ’ Ve been thinking , and well , I think we need to start seeing other people . " " I ’ Ve been thinking , and well , I think we need to start seeing other people . "," What ? Why ? I mean , we ’ Ve had our ups and downs , and we have the occasional disagreement , but we ’ re happy together , aren ’ t we ? " " What ? Why ? I mean , we ’ Ve had our ups and downs , and we have the occasional disagreement , but we ’ re happy together , aren ’ t we ? "," That ’ s just it , I ’ m not happy anymore , Tim . It ’ s not you , it ’ s me . I know that I can be hard to deal with , and you are a great guy ! You are the type of guythat any woman would kill for ! " " That ’ s just it , I ’ m not happy anymore , Tim . It ’ s not you , it ’ s me . I know that I can be hard to deal with , and you are a great guy ! You are the type of guythat any woman would kill for ! "," So , what are you saying ? You ’ re breaking up with me because I ’ m perfect ? " " So , what are you saying ? You ’ re breaking up with me because I ’ m perfect ? "," Tim , you are too good for me . You deserve someone who can make you smile and make you happy the way that you made me happy . Oh , I could say that I ’ ll be all you need , but that would be a lie . I know I ’ d only hurt you , I know I ’ d only make you cry . " " Tim , you are too good for me . You deserve someone who can make you smile and make you happy the way that you made me happy . Oh , I could say that I ’ ll be all you need , but that would be a lie . I know I ’ d only hurt you , I know I ’ d only make you cry . "," Baby , come on . Don ’ t do this to me ! Whatever it is , we can work it out . Just give me another chance ! I know that we can get through this , but we gotta stick together ! Don ’ t leave me . " " Baby , come on . Don ’ t do this to me ! Whatever it is , we can work it out . Just give me another chance ! I know that we can get through this , but we gotta stick together ! Don ’ t leave me . "," I can ’ t , Tim . I hope someday you can find some way to understand I ’ m only doing this for you . I don ’ t really wanna go but , deep in my heart I know this is the kindest thing to do . " " I can ’ t , Tim . I hope someday you can find some way to understand I ’ m only doing this for you . I don ’ t really wanna go but , deep in my heart I know this is the kindest thing to do . ", Laura ... Laura ... ," Here are your keys . I ’ ll send my sister to pick up the rest of my things next week . I ’ m sorry , Tim . I wish you all the best , and I hope that one day we can meet again . I ’ ll always love you . Goodbye . " You have been so busy these months . What are you up to ? ," You know , next week , we ’ ll hold a football match . Our cheering squad is busy rehearsing the programmes for it " I'd like a facial . , Which kind would you like ? We have five different varieties of facials . Which kind would you like ? We have five different varieties of facials . , Which would you recommend ? Which would you recommend ? ," Well , since it's summer , and I had looked that you had quite a bit sun , I'll recommend our summer special , it's specially suited for individuals with sensitive skin . " " Well , since it's summer , and I had looked that you had quite a bit sun , I'll recommend our summer special , it's specially suited for individuals with sensitive skin . ", What does it included ? What does it included ? , The facial will start with thorough cleansing . The facial will start with thorough cleansing . , Does it include facial mask and massage ? Does it include facial mask and massage ? ," Yes , the reviving mask will promote blood circulation and tighten your skin . You can also choose to get hand or back massage as well . " " Yes , the reviving mask will promote blood circulation and tighten your skin . You can also choose to get hand or back massage as well . ", Will it exfoliate the skin as well ? Will it exfoliate the skin as well ? ," Yes , we also apply a special day cream that protect the skin from the sun and the night cream that moisturize to the skin . " " Yes , we also apply a special day cream that protect the skin from the sun and the night cream that moisturize to the skin . ", That sounds great . Did you watch the old-fashioned wrestling game last night ? ," Yes , of course . And I'm amazed the those karate and judo boys were so helpless before the wrestlers . " " Yes , of course . And I'm amazed the those karate and judo boys were so helpless before the wrestlers . ", You bet . The wrestlers had got sound defences and they simply couldn't make it . You're going go Dresden for sightseeing ? , Yeah.And I'm going by bus . Yeah.And I'm going by bus . , I think a train journey is as fast as a bus journey . I think a train journey is as fast as a bus journey . , But both my wife and I prefer taking a bus . Your search on this project has been excellent . , Thank you . I couldn ’ t have done it without the help of a strong team . Thank you . I couldn ’ t have done it without the help of a strong team . , The final report is exceptionally thorough and well done . I think that you have been come up with some interesting recommendations for the client . The final report is exceptionally thorough and well done . I think that you have been come up with some interesting recommendations for the client . ," Well , I hope the client feels the same way ! " " Well , I hope the client feels the same way ! ", I am sure they will be pleased . Oh ! , What fools we were ! What fools we were ! , To think of it ! All my old silver ! It meant so much to me . To think of it ! All my old silver ! It meant so much to me . , And my new car . To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car . That's what hurts me most . And my new car . To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car . That's what hurts me most . ," What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves . " " What's so terrible too , is the fools we've made of ourselves . ", I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us . I hardly dare call the police . They'll just laugh at us . ," I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ? " " I'll never get over it . Oh , Harry , it was all so unnecessary . That man ! ! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up ? ", And his story didn't even hold together . I feel such an idiot . "Good morning , Madam . How can I be of service ? "," I'd like to pay this cash into my account please . I usually do it at the machine , but the queue is very long today . " " I'd like to pay this cash into my account please . I usually do it at the machine , but the queue is very long today . "," Yes , I'm sorry about that . One of our Atms is down and we are waiting for it to be repaired , but it should be up and running again very soon . " " Yes , I'm sorry about that . One of our Atms is down and we are waiting for it to be repaired , but it should be up and running again very soon . ", I see . Here's my Bank Book . I see . Here's my Bank Book . ," You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam . " " You need to fill out the deposit slip as well . Here you go , Madam . ", Thanks . "Excuse me , is this where I can catch a bus to the museum ? "," Yes , you're at the right stop . " " Yes , you're at the right stop . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Are you new here ? Are you new here ? , Yes . Yes . , Have you got small change ? They require exact fare . Have you got small change ? They require exact fare . ," Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ? " " Yes , I've got some coins . How much is the fare ? "," One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box . " " One yuan . When you get on the front of the bus , just drop your money into the box . ", I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ? I see . How often does this bus run at this time of day ? ," It runs every ten minutes . Oh , here comes the bus . " "Hey , Ted . What are you up to this Friday ? "," Well , I have the day off from work . " " Well , I have the day off from work . ", That ’ s great ! Do you have any plans ? That ’ s great ! Do you have any plans ? ," Well , I ’ Ve been working so hard lately , so I ’ ll probably just take it easy . " " Well , I ’ Ve been working so hard lately , so I ’ ll probably just take it easy . ", Sounds nice . Sounds nice . ," Yeah , I ’ ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies . " " Yeah , I ’ ll probably just stay in and relax . Maybe watch a few movies . ", Can I stop by ? Can I stop by ? , Sure . Any time . What date is it today ? ," Today is December 23,2002 . " " Today is December 23,2002 . "," Oh , the day after tomorrow is Christmas . " " Oh , the day after tomorrow is Christmas . ", Merry Christmas to you ! "Mom , look ! My first piggy bank and it still has money in it ! ", That is a blast from the past . That is a blast from the past . , Remember when I used to beg you to break it so I could go buy ice cream ? Remember when I used to beg you to break it so I could go buy ice cream ? , Yes . You sure have come a long way in valuing your hard earned dollars . Yes . You sure have come a long way in valuing your hard earned dollars . ," Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom . " " Thanks for not giving in to my childhood tantrums , mom . ", But what are you going to do with that pig ? But what are you going to do with that pig ? , I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money . I think I'm going to keep it as a monument to what I've learned about money . ," Who knows , maybe one day he will sit on the desk of a top CEO in a major corporation ! " Welcome to Game World . What can I do for you ? , I'd like to get a good RPG . Can you recommend any ? I'd like to get a good RPG . Can you recommend any ? , Sure . This one here just came out . It's got great 3D graphics and a cool story line . It's also got a multiplayer function so you can play against other people on the Internet . Sure . This one here just came out . It's got great 3D graphics and a cool story line . It's also got a multiplayer function so you can play against other people on the Internet . ," This one looks pretty good , but I'd like to see more before I make up my mind . Do you have any other suggestions ? " " This one looks pretty good , but I'd like to see more before I make up my mind . Do you have any other suggestions ? ", This one is also really cool . It's a sci-fi game in which you have to stop an alien invasion . The graphics on this one are spectacular . This one is also really cool . It's a sci-fi game in which you have to stop an alien invasion . The graphics on this one are spectacular . ," Hmm , it's a tough choice , but I think I'll go with this one . " I need to cancel my reservation . I have personal matters that need fixing . ," That's not a problem . Just give me your name , phone number , and date of visit . " " That's not a problem . Just give me your name , phone number , and date of visit . "," Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , April 9 through 15 . " " Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , April 9 through 15 . "," I see your info here on the screen . I'll hit just one button , sir , and you're cancelled . " " I see your info here on the screen . I'll hit just one button , sir , and you're cancelled . ", Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother . Thank you . I'm glad that wasn't too much of a bother . , It's a pleasure . "Mary , do you remember when we met ? ", I won't ever forget it ! I was sitting in the cafeteria all by myself ... I won't ever forget it ! I was sitting in the cafeteria all by myself ... , And I came up and asked to sit by you ... And I came up and asked to sit by you ... ," Oh , it seems like it was just yesterday . " What sports do you like to play ? , I like baseball and basketball . I like baseball and basketball . , How about football ? How about football ? ," In my country football is brand new , so I never learned the game when I was younger . " " In my country football is brand new , so I never learned the game when I was younger . ", It's a very popular game in America . It's a very popular game in America . , Yeah . I heard a lot about it . Is it really that fun ? Yeah . I heard a lot about it . Is it really that fun ? ," For me , it's one of those games that are fun to both watch and play . " " For me , it's one of those games that are fun to both watch and play . ", Are you a football player ? Are you a football player ? ," No , I just for fun with my friends . We play two hand touch or flag football . We're too old to play tackle football . " " No , I just for fun with my friends . We play two hand touch or flag football . We're too old to play tackle football . ", What is two hand touch and flag football ? What is two hand touch and flag football ? ," Instead of tackling somebody , you just have to touch them with two hands , or if it is flag football , grab the flag that the ball carrier is wearing . " " Instead of tackling somebody , you just have to touch them with two hands , or if it is flag football , grab the flag that the ball carrier is wearing . ", I see . It's safer then right ? I see . It's safer then right ? ," Exactly . We play every Saturdays on the field by the tennis courts . If you want to learn and play a little , you're welcome to join us . " " Exactly . We play every Saturdays on the field by the tennis courts . If you want to learn and play a little , you're welcome to join us . ", I'll give it a try . Give me a call and let's go down together . I'll give it a try . Give me a call and let's go down together . , Ok . I'll call you Saturday morning . Ok . I'll call you Saturday morning . , Great . Do you like playing tennis ? , I don't find it very exciting . I don't find it very exciting . , Maybe you haven't found the magic . Maybe you haven't found the magic . , I can't wait ! "Hello . I have a room booked for tonight , the 15th . "," Alright and what is your name , please ? " " Alright and what is your name , please ? ", It ’ s Marcia Gleason . It ’ s Marcia Gleason . ," Ah , yes , here you are Ms . Gleason . You reserved a single , right ? " " Ah , yes , here you are Ms . Gleason . You reserved a single , right ? "," Yes , a single , thanks . " " Yes , a single , thanks . ", Do you mind being next to the elevator ? Do you mind being next to the elevator ? ," Actually , I ’ d prefer not to be . " Are you going to the party on Saturday ? , I was thinking about it . Are you ? I was thinking about it . Are you ? ," Yeah , I heard it's going to be a lot of fun . " " Yeah , I heard it's going to be a lot of fun . "," Really ? Well , what time does it start ? " " Really ? Well , what time does it start ? ", It starts at 8 It starts at 8 ," Well , who all is going to be there ? " " Well , who all is going to be there ? ", Everyone from school . Everyone from school . , How do you know it's going to be so fun ? How do you know it's going to be so fun ? ," This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks . " " This party is going to have a DJ , food , and drinks . "," Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun . " " Wow , that does sound like it's going to be fun . ", So am I going to see you at the party ? So am I going to see you at the party ? ," Yeah , I will be there . " "William , do you like studying English ? "," I like studying English , and I can read well , but speaking can be difficult . " " I like studying English , and I can read well , but speaking can be difficult . "," It's not that bad . If you talk to your American friends every day , you'll learn quickly . " " It's not that bad . If you talk to your American friends every day , you'll learn quickly . ", Can I ask you a question ? Can I ask you a question ? ," Sure , what do you want to know ? " " Sure , what do you want to know ? ", I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ? I have my book from class here . How do you say this word ? , Laptop . Laptop . ," Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ? " " Sorry , I don't understand . What does that mean ? ", A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ? A laptop is a type of computer that you can carry with you . Do you understand ? ," Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ? " " Yes , I think so . Can you say it again ? ", Laptop . Laptop . , Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ? Laptop . Did I pronounce that correctly ? ," Yes , that's right . That's very good . " " Yes , that's right . That's very good . ", Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ? Thanks . And this word ? How do you pronounce this ? , That word is pronounced kitchen . That word is pronounced kitchen . , Thanks so much . You're a good teacher . Thanks so much . You're a good teacher . , Thanks . Would you mind doing something for me ? , I would if I could . I would if I could . , Would you please explain the meaning of the word ? Would you please explain the meaning of the word ? ," Yes , With pleasure . " "Will you sit down , Mr . White ? ", Thank you . It's very kind of you to invite me to such a beautiful place . Thank you . It's very kind of you to invite me to such a beautiful place . , I propose a toast to your pleasant tour in China . I propose a toast to your pleasant tour in China . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself . This food is a Wax specialty . Please help yourself . ," Thank you . Oh , it tastes nice . " Who has been here already this morning ? ," Well , Vince dropped off some sales reports for you.Said you signed a big deal with HomeSupplies.com . " " Well , Vince dropped off some sales reports for you.Said you signed a big deal with HomeSupplies.com . ", They're small fry . Tonight I'm going to LA to negotiate with Stars.com . That'll be big . They're small fry . Tonight I'm going to LA to negotiate with Stars.com . That'll be big . , You're right . All the entertainment web sites follow Stars.com . You're right . All the entertainment web sites follow Stars.com . , Who else has been here ? Who else has been here ? , Elvin stopped by to see me . Elvin stopped by to see me . , Elvin ? Which one is he ? Hello.this is Susan . ," Hello , I ’ m Mark . I ’ m just wondering if you are free this weekend " " Hello , I ’ m Mark . I ’ m just wondering if you are free this weekend "," Yes , I think So . " " Yes , I think So . ", Good . I was thinking that I ’ d like to invite you to watch a movie . I can meet you at the cinema gate . Good . I was thinking that I ’ d like to invite you to watch a movie . I can meet you at the cinema gate . , What ’ s the time ? What ’ s the time ? ," Six thirty , tonight . " " Six thirty , tonight . "," Oh , I ’ m sorry I can ’ t because I have to do some housework.You can ask Jenny to go with you " " Oh , I ’ m sorry I can ’ t because I have to do some housework.You can ask Jenny to go with you ", All right.Maybe next time I can go with you.Bye ! All right.Maybe next time I can go with you.Bye ! , Good bye ! "So , what do you think ? How do you like New York ? ", I'm having a great time . I love it . I'm glad we came . I'm having a great time . I love it . I'm glad we came . , Yeah . I really like the stores and the shopping . Yeah . I really like the stores and the shopping . ," I love the museums , too . " " I love the museums , too . ", But the traffic is pretty bad . But the traffic is pretty bad . , Yeah . I hate all this traffic . It's really noisy . Yeah . I hate all this traffic . It's really noisy . ," Listen , it's almost dinnertime.There are lots of restaurant around here.What do you want to try ? Italian ? Greek ? Japanese ? Thai ? " " Listen , it's almost dinnertime.There are lots of restaurant around here.What do you want to try ? Italian ? Greek ? Japanese ? Thai ? ", I can't stand making decisions . You choose ! I can't stand making decisions . You choose ! , OK . Let's go American . Where's the nearest McDonald's ? May I help you ? , My daughter . She is missing . I don ’ t know where she is . My daughter . She is missing . I don ’ t know where she is . , What dose she look like ? What dose she look like ? , She has blond hair and blue eyes . She has blond hair and blue eyes . , What was she wearing ? What was she wearing ? , She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers . She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers . , When did you last see her ? When did you last see her ? , I just saw her down the street . I don ’ t know where she is . I just saw her down the street . I don ’ t know where she is . , How long has it been ? How long has it been ? ," Oh , it ’ s been uh ... fifteen minutes . " "George , did you remember to buy the book ? "," Sorry , darling , I forgot . " " Sorry , darling , I forgot . ", When will you buy it then ? When will you buy it then ? , I promise you'll have it tomorrow . May I help you ? , I'm looking for a pair of shoes . I'm looking for a pair of shoes . , What size do you wear ? These shoes are on sale . What size do you wear ? These shoes are on sale . , I wear size 36 . This pair looks nice . Can I try them on ? I wear size 36 . This pair looks nice . Can I try them on ? ," Of course , yes . They look nice . And they're not expensive . " " Of course , yes . They look nice . And they're not expensive . ", How much are they ? How much are they ? , They are $ 168 . They are $ 168 . , I'll take them . Will you give your friends a buzz and put out a feeler to see if they like to offer me a loan ? , Give them a buzz ? What can I say to them ? Say that you want a loan ? Give them a buzz ? What can I say to them ? Say that you want a loan ? , I just want to make sure that there is possibility of giving us a loan . I just want to make sure that there is possibility of giving us a loan . ," And they , too , want to make sure their loan is worthwhile . " I want to say goodbye to everyone . , You ’ re leaving so soon . When are you off ? You ’ re leaving so soon . When are you off ? , I ’ m catching the 9 fifteen train tomorrow morning . I ’ m catching the 9 fifteen train tomorrow morning . , How about I come and see you off ? How about I come and see you off ? , You really don ’ t need to . You really don ’ t need to . , Ok . I ’ ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon . Ok . I ’ ll miss you . I hope we can see each other again soon . ," I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything . " " I hope so , too . Thank you , Lily . Thank you for everything . ", You ’ re welcome . You ’ re welcome . , Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me . Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me . , Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey . Ok . Take care . I hope you have a good journey . , Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ’ re ever in Washington . Thank you . Remember to look me up if you ’ re ever in Washington . , Of course . I will . Of course . I will . ," Goodbye , then . Thanks again for everything . " Look ! That man who is baking bread is so handsome . ," Watch his bread , it seems to be delicious . He had a lot on the ball . " " Watch his bread , it seems to be delicious . He had a lot on the ball . "," Oh , my god ! He ’ s so perfect . " "Oh , hi , Jessica , are you going to see this movie too ? "," I'd love to , the movies are smash hit . " " I'd love to , the movies are smash hit . ", Then let's go in . Then let's go in . ," I can't . I'm waiting for Paul , but he's late . " " I can't . I'm waiting for Paul , but he's late . ", I'll say the movie's starting in the minute . I'll say the movie's starting in the minute . , I know . I wonder what's keeping him . I know . I wonder what's keeping him . ," Looks like he won't show up . He's done this before , hasn't he ? " " Looks like he won't show up . He's done this before , hasn't he ? "," Yeah , a number of times . " " Yeah , a number of times . ", What's he trying to pull anyway . What's he trying to pull anyway . , I don't know . But this is definitely the last straw . I don't know . But this is definitely the last straw . , Maybe you should start seeing someone else . Maybe you should start seeing someone else . ," You said it . Ok , let's go in , Sandy . " "Peter , why don't you go outside and play basketball with your friends ? "," No , Mum , I'd rather stay inside . " " No , Mum , I'd rather stay inside . ", I just can't understand why you want to stay at home . It is such a wonderful day today . I just can't understand why you want to stay at home . It is such a wonderful day today . , I prefer staying at home and watching TV . I prefer staying at home and watching TV . , Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ? Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV ? ," Yes , but a football game is next . " " Yes , but a football game is next . "," Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games . " " Oh , Peter . You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games . ", I just enjoy watching games . I just enjoy watching games . , You really shouldn't watch so much television . Er ... Alison ? ," Ohm , hello , Marcia . I was ... " " Ohm , hello , Marcia . I was ... "," I just wanted to congratulate you ! I mean , it was a good race and you deserve to win . " " I just wanted to congratulate you ! I mean , it was a good race and you deserve to win . "," Well ... thanks , Marcia.It ' s very nice of you to say so . I mean ... " " Well ... thanks , Marcia.It ' s very nice of you to say so . I mean ... ", It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really ! It was that final sprint ! You were great ! Really ! ," Do you really think so ? I mean , was I ? Er ... you ... must be disappointed . " What will happen to the children if you break up ? , That's a relief for me and a misery for the children . That's a relief for me and a misery for the children . , Why don't you make up with John . Why don't you make up with John . , It's too late . "He has a long head , I bet he will do well in his business . "," He does , he started five years ago and now ends up the richest among us . " " He does , he started five years ago and now ends up the richest among us . "," When we were students , he was no good in any subject . " " When we were students , he was no good in any subject . ", It seemed to be useless to study well when we were young if we examine his case . Drop me at the Manhattan Post Office . ," Well , that's an hour's ride.Why not just post your mail here . " " Well , that's an hour's ride.Why not just post your mail here . "," Oh , I'm visiting a friend there . " " Oh , I'm visiting a friend there . ", I see . "Excuse me , Miss , can you tell me where the bank is ? "," Yes , the bus doesn ’ t go there directly.You have to take the No . 26 bus for five stops and then change to a No . 16 bus and get off at the third stop.When you get off , you can see the bank . " " Yes , the bus doesn ’ t go there directly.You have to take the No . 26 bus for five stops and then change to a No . 16 bus and get off at the third stop.When you get off , you can see the bank . ", How long will it take me to get there ? How long will it take me to get there ? , It ’ s about an hour . It ’ s about an hour . , I see.Thank you . I see.Thank you . , Not at all . Good afternoon . Lotus Catering Company . Lilian speaking . May I help you ? , Good afternoon . Lilian . This is Tom Baker over at Beck ’ s Trading company . We need to arrange a banquet for next Wednesday afternoon . Good afternoon . Lilian . This is Tom Baker over at Beck ’ s Trading company . We need to arrange a banquet for next Wednesday afternoon . ," I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ? " " I see , Mr . Baker . How many people are you planning to invite and how much would you like to spend per person ? ", Well . We ’ re expecting about twenty-five people and we ’ d like to spend no more than $ 20 a head . Was there an accident on the freeway today ? , You haven't heard about it ? You haven't heard about it ? ," No , don't you know what happened ? " " No , don't you know what happened ? ", This truck flipped over on the 210 . This truck flipped over on the 210 . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , I'm telling you the truth . I'm telling you the truth . , Did anyone get hurt ? Did anyone get hurt ? , Two people were injured . Two people were injured . , Are they going to be okay ? Are they going to be okay ? , I think so . I think so . ," Well , that's a miracle that no one was killed . " " Well , that's a miracle that no one was killed . "," Yes , they were lucky . " I'm famished ! Let's get some grub ! , I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa . I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa . ," Me , too ! The chips here are so light and crispy . " " Me , too ! The chips here are so light and crispy . "," And they have tangy , freshly-made salsa , too . My mouth is watering already ! " " And they have tangy , freshly-made salsa , too . My mouth is watering already ! ", I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ? I'll go get the chips . What do you want to drink ? , Surprise me . "Hi , Mr . Smith . what's new ? "," Nothing particular . But , ... " " Nothing particular . But , ... ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? ," I , I don't know how to explain it to you . " " I , I don't know how to explain it to you . "," Go ahead . It's nothing serious . We are good friends , aren't we ? " " Go ahead . It's nothing serious . We are good friends , aren't we ? "," Yes , of course . But I'm afraid I can't tell you . " I'd like to check out . , Have you settled the bill ? Have you settled the bill ? , No . I'd like to do that now . No . I'd like to do that now . ," OK , 400 Yuan please . " "Steven , have you ever met Hanson ever since he went back to London ? "," No , but we still stay in touch . " " No , but we still stay in touch . ", What's the way you keep in contact ? What's the way you keep in contact ? , We contact through email . We contact through email . , Email is not always the best form . I think QQ is way better . Email is not always the best form . I think QQ is way better . , Your words sound a bit reasonable . But don ’ t forget the time difference . Your words sound a bit reasonable . But don ’ t forget the time difference . , You're right . "Carrie , I want to buy a pair of leather shoes to wear for the interview tomorrow . ", Why don't we go shopping ? Why don't we go shopping ? , Good idea . Let's go . Where should we go ? Good idea . Let's go . Where should we go ? , Let's go to Julian Store . Have you seen the new girl in school ? ," No , I haven't . " " No , I haven't . ", She's really pretty . She's really pretty . , Describe her to me . Describe her to me . , She's not too tall . She's not too tall . ," Well , how tall is she ? " " Well , how tall is she ? ", She's about 5 feet even . She's about 5 feet even . ," What does she look like , though ? " " What does she look like , though ? ", She has pretty light brown eyes . She has pretty light brown eyes . , I may know which girl you're talking about . I may know which girl you're talking about . , So you have seen her around ? So you have seen her around ? ," Yes , I have . " "Hmm , what should I wear today ? "," Come on , you think about what to wear almost every day . There are thousands of clothes in your wardrobe . " " Come on , you think about what to wear almost every day . There are thousands of clothes in your wardrobe . "," Well , haven't you ever heard people say that there is always one piece of clothes missing from a woman's wardrobe ? " " Well , haven't you ever heard people say that there is always one piece of clothes missing from a woman's wardrobe ? ", I have and I can prove that is 100 % true for you . I have and I can prove that is 100 % true for you . ," Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today . " " Loving to look beautiful is women's nature . In fact , I am thinking about going to my favorite clothing shop today . ", No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic . No kidding ! Again ? ! You just went shopping yesterday . You really are a shopaholic . ," Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size . " " Well , I need to change the shoes I bought from Nasi . They are too small . I want to ask them whether they come in a larger size . ", OK . Do you have the receipt with you ? I think they will ask you to show them the receipt first . "Hi , again . Can I get you some more fruit ? "," Actually , I don't think I can eat another bite ! " " Actually , I don't think I can eat another bite ! ", OK . I'll go then . OK . I'll go then . ," Actually , I think we want to pay our bill . " " Actually , I think we want to pay our bill . "," If you give me your credit card , I can take care of it for you . " Excuse me.May I see the manager of your store ? , I am the manager.Can I help you ? I am the manager.Can I help you ? ," Oh , great , I saw a job ad outside your store . I am interested in the job advertised . I am coming to see if there is any opportunity available for me . " " Oh , great , I saw a job ad outside your store . I am interested in the job advertised . I am coming to see if there is any opportunity available for me . "," All right.Take a seat , please.Would you like to be a shop assistant or a cashier ? " " All right.Take a seat , please.Would you like to be a shop assistant or a cashier ? ", I can do the work of shop assistant and I worked part time in a small department store during my summer vocation last year . I can do the work of shop assistant and I worked part time in a small department store during my summer vocation last year . , So now do you want a full-time job or part-time job ? So now do you want a full-time job or part-time job ? ," At present , both are OK for me.What do you need most , then ? " " At present , both are OK for me.What do you need most , then ? "," Now we really need some part-time workers.You see , our full-time staff knocks off at five pm , but now we hope to extend the hours to eight pm.We need some part-time shop assistants to work 3 hours a day from five pm to eight pm.But I am not sure if you are qualified for the job.Since most of our customers are foreign , competence of good communication in English is necessary here . " " Now we really need some part-time workers.You see , our full-time staff knocks off at five pm , but now we hope to extend the hours to eight pm.We need some part-time shop assistants to work 3 hours a day from five pm to eight pm.But I am not sure if you are qualified for the job.Since most of our customers are foreign , competence of good communication in English is necessary here . "," I think I can . I have been learning English for almost 5 years and especially I am fluent at speaking English.Also , I have made some foreigners friends during the experience of learning English . " " I think I can . I have been learning English for almost 5 years and especially I am fluent at speaking English.Also , I have made some foreigners friends during the experience of learning English . "," That is fine . I think you have the qualifications needed for the job , so I will let you have the job.Does the work schedule suit you ? " " That is fine . I think you have the qualifications needed for the job , so I will let you have the job.Does the work schedule suit you ? "," It quite suits me . I am free in the evening these days , I will have no difficulty starting at five pm . " " It quite suits me . I am free in the evening these days , I will have no difficulty starting at five pm . ", Good.There is only thing to be settled.Ten RIB an hour is the maximum we can pay you.Is the rate of pay acceptable to you ? Good.There is only thing to be settled.Ten RIB an hour is the maximum we can pay you.Is the rate of pay acceptable to you ? ," It seems reasonable.By the way , I can get my earning raised with a excellent performance , can't I ? " " It seems reasonable.By the way , I can get my earning raised with a excellent performance , can't I ? ", Sure.You will get more if you can invite more customers with your good service . Sure.You will get more if you can invite more customers with your good service . , I see . I will try my best to do the job well . I see . I will try my best to do the job well . , That is good of you to say so.When can you start working ? That is good of you to say so.When can you start working ? , How about next monday ? How about next monday ? ," Ok.Let ' s make is next Monday . I n the end , you need to fill out the application form . " " Ok.Let ' s make is next Monday . I n the end , you need to fill out the application form . "," Thank you for your kindness , ma'am . See you next Monday . " "Let me suggest this one . It's an excellent watch , it looks good , and it's only $ 100 . ", Hmm . That's not too bad . Does it have a stopwatch ? Hmm . That's not too bad . Does it have a stopwatch ? ," Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch . " " Uh , no . Analog watches don't come with stopwatches . You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch . ", Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ? Oh . I see . Where are your digital watches ? , Right here . Right here . , I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ? I don't like this kind as much . Never mind the stopwatch then . I'll take that other one . Do you take checks ? , Yes . Make it out to Time After Time . Yes . Make it out to Time After Time . , Here you are . Here you are . , Thank you . Are there any beds vacant ? ," Yes , what kind of room do you want ? " " Yes , what kind of room do you want ? "," I prefer one facing the sea . Besides , it should have a shower . " " I prefer one facing the sea . Besides , it should have a shower . "," Sorry , right now we can only have you a room without shower . " " Sorry , right now we can only have you a room without shower . "," Well , that's fine . " Wake up sleepyhead.The sun is beginning to shine . What a lovely summer day ! ," Yeah , clearly blue sky.But it is a bit too hot for me . I don't like heat and humidity . " " Yeah , clearly blue sky.But it is a bit too hot for me . I don't like heat and humidity . ", It's not that hot . It's cooler than yesterday . Let's go swimming ! It's not that hot . It's cooler than yesterday . Let's go swimming ! ," That's a thought . It's still early , and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day . If we don't stay too long , we won't get sunburned . " " That's a thought . It's still early , and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day . If we don't stay too long , we won't get sunburned . "," Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini . " " Yeah , sounds like fun . I can wear my new pink bikini . ", There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are . There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are . ," Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go ! " " Who cares ! Well , the smart guys get there early . That's the kind of guy I want to meet . Let's go ! "," If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too . " " If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini , then I want to wear one , too . "," Ok , you could borrow one of mine . " " Ok , you could borrow one of mine . "," Thanks , how about the green and black one ? " " Thanks , how about the green and black one ? ", No problem . Here it is . do you need a hand ? ," no , I can handle it . Thanks anyway . " " no , I can handle it . Thanks anyway . ", are you sure you don't need any help ? are you sure you don't need any help ? ," well , maybe just a little . I can't seem to make it fit . " " well , maybe just a little . I can't seem to make it fit . "," I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller ! " " I swear , the overhead compartments on these planes just keep getting smaller and smaller ! ", that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ? that's so true . thanks for your help . Are you in the aisle seat in this row ? , yes . What about you ? yes . What about you ? , I'm in the middle seat . I'm in the middle seat . ," oh , I guess I'll let you through then . " " oh , I guess I'll let you through then . ", thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again . thanks . sorry for making you get out of your seat again . , that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ? that's alright . I notice you have a few newspapers there . Would you mind lending me one ? ," no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ? " " no , not at all . Which one would you like--the New York Times or the Guardian ? "," I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away . " " I prefer the British paper , but I'll read whatever one you aren't going to read right away . "," I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours . " " I was just going to do a little Sudoku while we wait for the plane to take off , so the Guardian is all yours . ", thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ? thanks a lot . That's really nice of you . Would you like a piece of gum ? , that would be great . thanks . "Good afternoon , CCL press.Jennisse speaking , How can I help you ? "," Good afternoon , I'm looking for Mr . Alert Li . " " Good afternoon , I'm looking for Mr . Alert Li . "," Oh , I'm sorry . Mr.Li is in a meeting right now . Can I take a message ? " " Oh , I'm sorry . Mr.Li is in a meeting right now . Can I take a message ? ", Sure . This is Nigel Smith his personal banker . Could you ask him to return my call ? Sure . This is Nigel Smith his personal banker . Could you ask him to return my call ? ," Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ? " " Nigel Smith . Does he have your number , Mr . Smith ? ", It's 2781703 1 . It's 2781703 1 . , 2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message . 2781703 1 . Sure . I'll make sure he gets the message . ," Thanks so much , bye . " I see there are some workmen on the site . When is the building work due to start ? ," Well , it'll take three weeks to demolish the old building and clear away the debris . We should be ready to start the construction work in week 23 . " " Well , it'll take three weeks to demolish the old building and clear away the debris . We should be ready to start the construction work in week 23 . ", How long will the sub contractors be on site ? How long will the sub contractors be on site ? , About ten weeks in total if everything goes according to plan . About ten weeks in total if everything goes according to plan . ," I'm sure it will . So , we should be able to start moving the machinery in during week 34 . I'll confirm that date with our suppliers . " What's going on ? ," Nothing really , you ? " " Nothing really , you ? ", I'm throwing a party next Saturday . I'm throwing a party next Saturday . , Is that right ? Is that right ? ," Yeah , are you going to come ? " " Yeah , are you going to come ? "," I'm sorry , I can't . " " I'm sorry , I can't . ", Why not ? Why not ? , I don't really want to . I don't really want to . ," Well , why don't you ? " " Well , why don't you ? ", I hate going to parties . I hate going to parties . ," Well , that's okay . " " Well , that's okay . "," Yeah , sorry . " What would you like to eat ? , I'd like a hamburger with lettuce and tomato . I'd like a hamburger with lettuce and tomato . , How about something to drink ? How about something to drink ? ," A Coke , please . " " A Coke , please . ", OK . I'll see if I can get waited on . When can we expect you and your daughter for dinner ? Next Saturday ? , Next Saturday ? I ’ m sorry . I ’ Ve promised to go to a Chinese Opera with my daughter . Next Saturday ? I ’ m sorry . I ’ Ve promised to go to a Chinese Opera with my daughter . , How about Sunday then ? How about Sunday then ? ," Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ? " " Yes , Sunday sounds fine . What time ? ", Does 6 thirty suit you ? Does 6 thirty suit you ? , It suits us fine . We ’ ll see you then . It suits us fine . We ’ ll see you then . ," Thanks , goodbye . " "Post office offer lots of services nowadays , don ’ t they ? Years age , you only really used the post office to send mail , save money , and send or collect money . "," Nowadays , they offer so many services , you hardly know which one to choose . Take mailing for example . Do you send something first class or second class or do you use EMS ? " " Nowadays , they offer so many services , you hardly know which one to choose . Take mailing for example . Do you send something first class or second class or do you use EMS ? "," I save money in a post office saving account . There used to be just one kind of account , but now there are several . They each have different conditions and interest rates . " " I save money in a post office saving account . There used to be just one kind of account , but now there are several . They each have different conditions and interest rates . "," You can buy things at post office that were never sold there before . You can buy sweets and chocolates , newspapers , birthday and Christmas cards ... " " You can buy things at post office that were never sold there before . You can buy sweets and chocolates , newspapers , birthday and Christmas cards ... "," Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment . " " Post offices are still the place to go to collect welfare benefits , like unemployment benefit and child support benefit . The queue are very long on the days when people collect those payment . ", My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection . My son likes going to the main post office . They have a philately counter where he can buy stamps for his collection . , Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ? Do you think that the service at post offices has improved ? ," I think it ’ s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to . " " I think it ’ s better for some things , like sending and receiving money , but if you need to post something it sometimes takes longer than it used to . ", I like being able to buy newspapers and magazines at the post office . It means that I don ’ t need to go to two places "Where to , madam ? "," Grand Central Station , please . I want to catch a 6 p . m . train . " " Grand Central Station , please . I want to catch a 6 p . m . train . ", I think you'll make it if we don't get stuck in a traffic jam . I think you'll make it if we don't get stuck in a traffic jam . , Here is the Grand Central Station . Here is the Grand Central Station . , Thank you . How much is the fare ? Thank you . How much is the fare ? , The meter reads 9.15 dollars . The meter reads 9.15 dollars . , Here you are . Keep the change . Here you are . Keep the change . , Thank you . "By the way , could you tell me what day it is today ? "," Well , it's Thursday today . " " Well , it's Thursday today . "," And the date , please . " " And the date , please . ", The 5th . "How old are you , Su ? ", I am seven . I am seven . ," I see , you have seven candles on the cake . " " I see , you have seven candles on the cake . "," Yes , I am seven . I am a big girl now . " " Yes , I am seven . I am a big girl now . "," We will have a party here , right ? " " We will have a party here , right ? "," Yes , come on , and we will have fun . " "Zina , can I talk to you about something personal ? ", As long as it doesn't take too long . As long as it doesn't take too long . , My boyfriend says I work too much . That I spend more time with you than with him . My boyfriend says I work too much . That I spend more time with you than with him . , Was he upset when you told him you had to leave this weekend ? Was he upset when you told him you had to leave this weekend ? ," He said not to bother coming back . And I said , fine , I won't . " " He said not to bother coming back . And I said , fine , I won't . ", So what's the problem ? How much do you have budgeted for our trip to Las Angeles ? ," In total , it should be about $ 5,000 for the week conference . Would you like to see the breakdown ? " " In total , it should be about $ 5,000 for the week conference . Would you like to see the breakdown ? "," Yes , I want to know exactly where the money is going . Give me a detailed report . " " Yes , I want to know exactly where the money is going . Give me a detailed report . "," First we have the airline tickets , which are $ 500 per person ; with four of us going , that's t $ 2,000 . For our accommodations , we're spending $ 80 a night , per room , for five days . That's another $ 800 . " " First we have the airline tickets , which are $ 500 per person ; with four of us going , that's t $ 2,000 . For our accommodations , we're spending $ 80 a night , per room , for five days . That's another $ 800 . "," Weren ’ t you able to find anything less expensive ? We're sharing rooms , right ? " " Weren ’ t you able to find anything less expensive ? We're sharing rooms , right ? "," I have two people to a room . The $ 80 room rate is the lowest I could find . With the conference going on that week , all the hotels have inflated their prices , they're making a killing . " " I have two people to a room . The $ 80 room rate is the lowest I could find . With the conference going on that week , all the hotels have inflated their prices , they're making a killing . "," So far we have $ 2,800 , what else ? " " So far we have $ 2,800 , what else ? "," I have budget $ 25 per Peron per day for food expenses . That totals another $ 800 . And for other incidentals , like take fees , and tips , I have estimated about $ 400 . " " I have budget $ 25 per Peron per day for food expenses . That totals another $ 800 . And for other incidentals , like take fees , and tips , I have estimated about $ 400 . "," Well , that's only $ 4000 . Didn't you tell me your budget was $ 5000 ? Where is the rest of the money ? " " Well , that's only $ 4000 . Didn't you tell me your budget was $ 5000 ? Where is the rest of the money ? "," That's my buffer ... I wanted to leave a little room in the budget , just in case---it's better to be safe than sorry . " What should I do if I notice a fire ? ," Raise the alarm by breaking the glass of the nearest fire alarm . Call Security , say ' Fire ' and give your name and exact location . At night you should phone the fire service from the nearest telephone . " " Raise the alarm by breaking the glass of the nearest fire alarm . Call Security , say ' Fire ' and give your name and exact location . At night you should phone the fire service from the nearest telephone . ", Should I try to put the fire out ? Should I try to put the fire out ? ," If you discover a small fire , you can try to put it out with a fire extinguisher but only do this if you have been trained . Make sure you use the right extinguisher . They are all colour-coded and contain different substances to put out the fire . " "Excuse me.In this museum , you are not supposed to take pictures . ", Is that right ? I didn't know it . Is that right ? I didn't know it . , Will you give me your camera ? We have to confiscate your film . Will you give me your camera ? We have to confiscate your film . , Will you forgive me ? Could you return my camera ? Will you forgive me ? Could you return my camera ? , We keep it and return it later . We keep it and return it later . ," Oh , I see.Then can I buy slides and picture postcards somewhere ? " " Oh , I see.Then can I buy slides and picture postcards somewhere ? ", You can buy them at a souvenir shop near the exit . "Hi , my name is Tom . "," Tom , the new sales representative ? Nice to meet you ! I'm Melinda . " " Tom , the new sales representative ? Nice to meet you ! I'm Melinda . ", Nice to meet you too.Melinda . Nice to meet you too.Melinda . ," Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over there is the sales department . " " Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over there is the sales department . "," Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small . " " Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small . ", Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there . Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there . , It looks like you guys work hard . It looks like you guys work hard . ," I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard.Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices . " " I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard.Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices--the managers ' offices . ", Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs . Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs . , Sure thing . Would you like to go sightseeing tomorrow ? , Not a bad idea ! Not a bad idea ! , What would you like to see in Beijing ? What would you like to see in Beijing ? ," Well , let's see . I'd like to go to the Summer Palace . " " Well , let's see . I'd like to go to the Summer Palace . ", I'll pick you up here tomorrow . I need help figuring out how to use this phone . , Sure . First you pick up the receiver and hit one of the first 3 buttons . Do you hear a tone ? Sure . First you pick up the receiver and hit one of the first 3 buttons . Do you hear a tone ? ," Yes , I hear the tone . " " Yes , I hear the tone . ", OK . Now you dial 9 on the keypad . Do you hear the tone change ? OK . Now you dial 9 on the keypad . Do you hear the tone change ? ," Yes , it changed . " " Yes , it changed . "," Well , when you hear it change , that means you have an outside line . Where are you trying to call ? " " Well , when you hear it change , that means you have an outside line . Where are you trying to call ? ", I am trying to call home . I am trying to call home . ," OK . Well , to dial to the outside you just now dial the number . For a call inside the company just hit the extension number . Do you know the extensions ? " " OK . Well , to dial to the outside you just now dial the number . For a call inside the company just hit the extension number . Do you know the extensions ? "," Yes , I have a list of extensions . " " Yes , I have a list of extensions . "," Well , if you ever need help with an extension , you can dial O . " "I'm afraid we can't increase salary this year , money is just too title . "," I'm not sure I can't agree , dan " " I'm not sure I can't agree , dan ", Why not ? Why not ? ," Surely , there are other ways to save money . " " Surely , there are other ways to save money . "," What are you talking about , we tried everything ! " I hear you're being sent to Madrid for the annual conference . Is that right ? ," Yes , it would be my first trip overseas . Actually , it's going to be my first time leaving the country . " " Yes , it would be my first trip overseas . Actually , it's going to be my first time leaving the country . ", Are you serious ? You haven't even been anywhere on vacation ? Are you serious ? You haven't even been anywhere on vacation ? ," No , I have never vacationed anywhere exotic . But even if I don't get a chance to travel on my personal time , at least I can travel on company time ! " " No , I have never vacationed anywhere exotic . But even if I don't get a chance to travel on my personal time , at least I can travel on company time ! "," Well , being able to go to the conference sounds like such a great opportunity . Have you applied at the embassy for a visa yet ? " " Well , being able to go to the conference sounds like such a great opportunity . Have you applied at the embassy for a visa yet ? "," Yes , it wasn't too hard to get . All I had to do was fill out the paperwork and pay the application fee . " " Yes , it wasn't too hard to get . All I had to do was fill out the paperwork and pay the application fee . "," You leave next Tuesday , right ? What time is your flight ? " " You leave next Tuesday , right ? What time is your flight ? ", My flight departs at 7 am . I have everything except for my luggage ready . My flight departs at 7 am . I have everything except for my luggage ready . ," If your flight is leaving so early , I can take you to the airport and see you off . I'll still be able to make it into the office by 9 . " " If your flight is leaving so early , I can take you to the airport and see you off . I'll still be able to make it into the office by 9 . ", That would be great ! Thanks a lot ! "Excuse me , would you mind changing seats with me ? ", Not at all . Not at all . , Thank you . That's very kind of you . Thank you . That's very kind of you . , You're welcome . "What are you doing now , Steven ? ", I am reading a book about money management . I am reading a book about money management . ," Oh , my God . Do you want to be a millionaire ? I can see you are very crazy about money . " " Oh , my God . Do you want to be a millionaire ? I can see you are very crazy about money . "," Everyone wants to earn a lot of money . Don't you think so ? What's more , I am interested in money management . " " Everyone wants to earn a lot of money . Don't you think so ? What's more , I am interested in money management . "," No , you are wrong . Money can't buy happiness and health . I won't sacrifice my health in order to get money . In other words , I don't want to be a millionaire and I want to have more free time to enjoy life . " " No , you are wrong . Money can't buy happiness and health . I won't sacrifice my health in order to get money . In other words , I don't want to be a millionaire and I want to have more free time to enjoy life . "," Oh , I see . But a proverb says "" Money makes the mare go . "" I think it will be better if you have more money . " " Oh , I see . But a proverb says "" Money makes the mare go . "" I think it will be better if you have more money . ", Maybe you are right . Please take care of yourself when you make money . Anyway health is the most important thing . Maybe you are right . Please take care of yourself when you make money . Anyway health is the most important thing . , Thank you for your caring . I will . Thank you for your caring . I will . , No thanks . I haven't seen this machine before . What's it used for ? , It's a really useful piece of equipment . It's for smoothing rough edges . Here let me show you how it works . It's very simple to operate . What do you charge for the sports shoes ? , $ 60 . $ 60 . ," Well , that's a bit stiff . Do you have some cheaper ones ? " " Well , that's a bit stiff . Do you have some cheaper ones ? "," Yes , the shoes on that shelf are on sale now . They are much cheaper . " "Excuse me , how long is the flight to Phoenix ? ", It's about 14 hours . We are supposed to land there at 19:00 . It's about 14 hours . We are supposed to land there at 19:00 . , Is that Phoenix time ? Is that Phoenix time ? , Of course . We are already out of our motherland . I can't find my glasses and I can't see anything . Can you help me find a few things ? , No problem . What are you looking for ? No problem . What are you looking for ? ," My laptop , do you see it ? " " My laptop , do you see it ? "," Yes , your laptop is on the chair . " " Yes , your laptop is on the chair . ", Where's my book ? Where's my book ? , Which one ? Which one ? , The dictionary . The dictionary . , It's under the table . It's under the table . , Where's my pencil ? Where's my pencil ? , There's a pencil in front of the lamp . There's a pencil in front of the lamp . , That's not a pencil . That's a pen . That's not a pencil . That's a pen . ," Oh , sorry . There is a pencil behind the cup . " " Oh , sorry . There is a pencil behind the cup . ", How about my backpack ? Do you know where that is ? How about my backpack ? Do you know where that is ? , It's in between the wall and the bed . It's in between the wall and the bed . , Where are my shoes ? Where are my shoes ? , They're on the left side of the TV . They're on the left side of the TV . , I don't see them . I don't see them . ," Sorry , I made a mistake . They're on the right side of the TV . " " Sorry , I made a mistake . They're on the right side of the TV . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," Oh , and here are your glasses . They were next to your cell phone . " "How do Mark and Jones compare , in your opinion ? "," Generally speaking , Mark's personality is much more agreeable than Jones " " Generally speaking , Mark's personality is much more agreeable than Jones ", May I venture to ask if you've decided to employ Mark ? May I venture to ask if you've decided to employ Mark ? , Possibly . Can I borrow this magazine from you ? It's really interesting and I can't put it down . ," I am sorry , but I can't lend it to you now , for I haven't finished reading it . If you don't mind , I can lend you some back numbers to you . " " I am sorry , but I can't lend it to you now , for I haven't finished reading it . If you don't mind , I can lend you some back numbers to you . "," That would be very kind of you . By the way , is it a monthly magazine ? " " That would be very kind of you . By the way , is it a monthly magazine ? "," No , it is a fortnightly . So , you see , I can get the new one quite soon . " May I help you ? , This dress is beautiful . May I try it on ? This dress is beautiful . May I try it on ? , I'm afraid you can't . I'm afraid you can't . , What is the material of this dress ? What is the material of this dress ? , It's 100 % cotton . It's 100 % cotton . , That's good . Can you give me a reduction ? That's good . Can you give me a reduction ? , It's already reduced 20 % . It's already reduced 20 % . , Do you have any cheaper ones ? Do you have any cheaper ones ? , Yes . Please come this way . "Mr . Smith , I have been doing some industry research and was shocked to learn that the average salary for a position that is similar to mine pays on average $ 2,000 more per year than I am c ", What are you basing this information on ? What are you basing this information on ? , First and secondary research . I hope that you can address this concern immediately as i find it very disturbing . First and secondary research . I hope that you can address this concern immediately as i find it very disturbing . ," Yes , I will.We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship . " " Yes , I will.We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship . "," I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase . " " I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase . ", Let me take this up with the Director and get back to you immediately . "Hi , Mary , can I have a minute ? "," Sure , what's up ? " " Sure , what's up ? "," Well , actually I want to tell you that I've put in notice . " " Well , actually I want to tell you that I've put in notice . ", Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? ," Many reasons . I've been here for too long . Next year will be my five-year anniversary . I want a change of setting . Besides , our company is downsizing . I don't want to stay on just to be let go . " " Many reasons . I've been here for too long . Next year will be my five-year anniversary . I want a change of setting . Besides , our company is downsizing . I don't want to stay on just to be let go . ", But they wouldn't lay you off ! You are the most experienced project manager in the company . But they wouldn't lay you off ! You are the most experienced project manager in the company . ," Maybe . But that's not kept the new boss from breathing down my neck . To be honest , I've got a better offer from another company . " " Maybe . But that's not kept the new boss from breathing down my neck . To be honest , I've got a better offer from another company . "," Oh that's great , congratulations ! What's your new position ? " " Oh that's great , congratulations ! What's your new position ? "," Senior director of market research . In addition to a nice pay rise it has some nice perks , like a company car , one month paid vacation , and an apartment downtown . And it's an international company so I'll have lots of chances to travel and meet new people . I'm really looking forward to it . " " Senior director of market research . In addition to a nice pay rise it has some nice perks , like a company car , one month paid vacation , and an apartment downtown . And it's an international company so I'll have lots of chances to travel and meet new people . I'm really looking forward to it . ", Sounds a great opportunity . I bet that made the decision to leave a lot easier . Sounds a great opportunity . I bet that made the decision to leave a lot easier . , Indeed . But let's stay in touch . I'll let you know how things go . Indeed . But let's stay in touch . I'll let you know how things go . , Sure . Could you show me how to operate this fax machine ? I am going to receive some urgent fax from a company . ," Of course . Let me check it . Firstly , don't be frustrated about all the buttons on it . " " Of course . Let me check it . Firstly , don't be frustrated about all the buttons on it . ", That's right . That's right . ," After overcoming these buttons , you should check whether there is any paper in the machine , you must make sure this . " " After overcoming these buttons , you should check whether there is any paper in the machine , you must make sure this . ", I couldn't agree more . I couldn't agree more . ," And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one . " " And then prepare what you want to receive . If you want to send a photograph , you must copy one . ", What can I do next ? What can I do next ? , The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax . The next thing you should do is to wait . The sender will give you the fax . , Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ? Look . Some of the faxes come through blurred . What is wrong with it ? , Maybe we should call its after-service man . Hi Michael . , Hi Amy . What's up ? Hi Amy . What's up ? , I'm looking for the airport . Can you tell me how to get there ? I'm looking for the airport . Can you tell me how to get there ? ," No , sorry . I don't know . " " No , sorry . I don't know . ", I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ? I think I can take the subway to the airport . Do you know where the subway is ? ," Sure , it's over there . " " Sure , it's over there . ", Where ? I don't see it . Where ? I don't see it . , Across the street . Across the street . ," Oh , I see it now . Thanks . " " Oh , I see it now . Thanks . ", No problem . No problem . , Do you know if there's a restroom around here ? Do you know if there's a restroom around here ? ," Yes , there's one here . It's in the store . " " Yes , there's one here . It's in the store . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Bye . "Hi , Mary , it ’ s been a long time "," Hello , my old friend . Long time no see . How are you doing ? " " Hello , my old friend . Long time no see . How are you doing ? "," Well , I ’ m doing okay . And how about yourself ? " " Well , I ’ m doing okay . And how about yourself ? "," Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom . " " Not so well . To be honest with you , I broke up with Tom . ", Oh . I ’ m sorry to hear that . What happened ? I think modern painting means nothing . , I think so too . It's just pointless . I think so too . It's just pointless . , Then why are so many crazy about it Then why are so many crazy about it , I don't know.Maybe they are really crazy . I don't know.Maybe they are really crazy . , Maybe . You're late . ," I know I'm late . I'm sorry . I tried to call you to tell you , but your phone seems to be disconnected . " " I know I'm late . I'm sorry . I tried to call you to tell you , but your phone seems to be disconnected . ", My phone ? My phone ? , Yes . An automatic message says your phone is not in service . Yes . An automatic message says your phone is not in service . ," Really ? I had no idea . Let me check.Yes , it's dead . There's no dial tone . " " Really ? I had no idea . Let me check.Yes , it's dead . There's no dial tone . ", So I couldn't get through . I knew I'd be late because my car wouldn't start.It was too cold I had to warm it up in the garage with a heater . That's why I'm late . So I couldn't get through . I knew I'd be late because my car wouldn't start.It was too cold I had to warm it up in the garage with a heater . That's why I'm late . , But this is terrible . I'm expecting important calls . But this is terrible . I'm expecting important calls . , About what ? About what ? ," You know what.The theater guild is supposed to call me and discuss a contract for my play.They are supposed to call me this evening.If I don't have a phone . Oh , what can I do ? " " You know what.The theater guild is supposed to call me and discuss a contract for my play.They are supposed to call me this evening.If I don't have a phone . Oh , what can I do ? "," Well , the only thing you can do is tell the phone company and hope they fix it fast . " " Well , the only thing you can do is tell the phone company and hope they fix it fast . ", Do you have a cell phone ? Do you have a cell phone ? , No . I hate cell phones.But you could go to a neighbor's house and use their phone . No . I hate cell phones.But you could go to a neighbor's house and use their phone . , Can you drive me ? I will go to Ann's house . It isn't far . I can call the theater guild from there and give them her number.She will let us wait in her living room . Can you drive me ? I will go to Ann's house . It isn't far . I can call the theater guild from there and give them her number.She will let us wait in her living room . ," Yes , of course I can drive you.So you don't want to get your phone fixed right away ? " " Yes , of course I can drive you.So you don't want to get your phone fixed right away ? "," Yes , I do.At Ann's house I will call the phone company and have them check my line.If they can fix it right away without coming to my house , then we'll just return here.But if not , I need to wait at Ann's house to talk with the theater guild.It ' s very important to me . " " Yes , I do.At Ann's house I will call the phone company and have them check my line.If they can fix it right away without coming to my house , then we'll just return here.But if not , I need to wait at Ann's house to talk with the theater guild.It ' s very important to me . "," Alright , let's go . " " Alright , let's go . "," Yes , let's go . " Why didn't you sign the contract ? , Because that company's behavior is not in accordance with international law . May I help you with something ? , I would like to return some books . I would like to return some books . , I ’ ll take them . I ’ ll take them . , Here you go . Here you go . , These books were due two weeks ago . These books were due two weeks ago . , Yeah . I totally forgot they were due . Yeah . I totally forgot they were due . , You will need to pay late fees on these books . You will need to pay late fees on these books . , How much are the late fees ? How much are the late fees ? , The fee is 25 cents every day . The fee is 25 cents every day . , I have to pay 25 cents a day ? I have to pay 25 cents a day ? , And that ’ s for each book that is late . And that ’ s for each book that is late . , That shouldn ’ t be a problem . "Please help yourself to whatever you like , don't be shy . "," Yes , thank you . I ’ Ve already been helping myself . " " Yes , thank you . I ’ Ve already been helping myself . "," This dish tastes terrific . Would you like to try a little ? It is a little hot , but very good . " " This dish tastes terrific . Would you like to try a little ? It is a little hot , but very good . "," I like hot food , especially Sichuan cuisine . " " I like hot food , especially Sichuan cuisine . ", Would you like another beer ? Would you like another beer ? ," I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me . " " I'II have another cup of beer insist . I know I don't like to drink alone , especially there are someone sitting there next to me . "," Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers ! " " Come on , it's the weekend . Let's taste and enjoy this meal . Cheers ! "," Bottom's up , and you're right . This meal is incredible . I wish I had known this restaurant before . Thanks for bringing me here . I know I'll be back soon . " Good afternoon . Reservations . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'm calling from Tenga Company . I'd like to know if you have rooms available for the nights from October 8 to October 12 . We are going to have a business conference . " " Yes , I'm calling from Tenga Company . I'd like to know if you have rooms available for the nights from October 8 to October 12 . We are going to have a business conference . ", May I ask how many people there will be in the party ? May I ask how many people there will be in the party ? , 20 persons . 20 persons . , What kind of room would you like ? What kind of room would you like ? , Double rooms with twin beds . Double rooms with twin beds . ," A moment please , sir . Yes , I can confirm 10 rooms for those days . " " A moment please , sir . Yes , I can confirm 10 rooms for those days . ", Thank you . Is there a special rate for a group reservation ? Thank you . Is there a special rate for a group reservation ? ," Yes , there is a 10 percent discount . " " Yes , there is a 10 percent discount . ", That is fine . "Hi , John Phillips ? I ’ m Rose Green . I ’ Ve been asked to handle your training and introduce a little bit of the company to you . It ’ s nice to meet you . "," It ’ s nice to meet you , too , Ms . Green . This company seems so big right now ; I don ’ t know how I ’ ll ever get used to it . " " It ’ s nice to meet you , too , Ms . Green . This company seems so big right now ; I don ’ t know how I ’ ll ever get used to it . "," After a week , you ’ ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager . " " After a week , you ’ ll be running around here like a pro . Let me give you this list of departments first , next to each department is its location and the name of the manager . "," Great – That ’ ll be big help , Ms . Green . " Can I borrow five bucks ? , No ! No ! , Come on ! I'll pay you back on Tuesday . Come on ! I'll pay you back on Tuesday . ," Last time I lent you money , you never paid me back . " " Last time I lent you money , you never paid me back . "," I promise if you lend me five dollars today , I will repay you in full next week . " " I promise if you lend me five dollars today , I will repay you in full next week . "," Ok , but I'm taking your skateboard as collateral . " " Ok , but I'm taking your skateboard as collateral . ", Fine ! I can't believe you don't trust me . Fine ! I can't believe you don't trust me . ," It's nothing personal , just business . " I've got a headache and sore throat . , How long have you had it ? How long have you had it ? , It all started the day before yesterday . It all started the day before yesterday . , I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it about . I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it about . , What should I do ? What should I do ? , Take some medicine and stay in bed for a day or two . Are you familiar with American-styled accounting ? , I am afraid not . I haven't worked in an American company so far . I am afraid not . I haven't worked in an American company so far . , What are the most fundamental concepts underlying the accounting process ? What are the most fundamental concepts underlying the accounting process ? ," The first is accounting entity , and the second is going concern . The third is measuring unit . The fourth is accounting period , and the fifth is objectivity . " "Excuse me . I lost my way . Could you tell me where the scholar cinema is , please ? "," The Scholar ? Let me see . Oh ... yes , Of course I know . It ’ s in the Lincoln Square . " " The Scholar ? Let me see . Oh ... yes , Of course I know . It ’ s in the Lincoln Square . ", Is that near here ? Is that near here ? ," Oh , yes . It ’ s just a few minutes walk . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ’ ll see it . " " Oh , yes . It ’ s just a few minutes walk . Turn left at the traffic light , and you ’ ll see it . ", Thank you very much . "Hello Bill , what's new ? ", Bob and Mary are back together . Bob and Mary are back together . , I'm glad to hear it . I'm glad to hear it . ," Me too , they're such a nice couple . " Why do you change your job and apply for a translator ? , This job is more challenging and I have longed to be a translator . That ’ s why I came here for an interview . This job is more challenging and I have longed to be a translator . That ’ s why I came here for an interview . , What do you think are the capacities for a success as a translator ? What do you think are the capacities for a success as a translator ? ," I think one needs common knowledge , specific knowledge , and professional codes to be a successful translator . " Where do you work ? , I work at a hospital . I work at a hospital . , Are you a doctor ? Are you a doctor ? ," No , I'm a nurse . " How are you today ? , Very well . Very well . , Do you need help with something ? Do you need help with something ? , I need to make a transfer . I need to make a transfer . , What account would you like to transfer the money from ? What account would you like to transfer the money from ? , I want to transfer money from my savings account . I want to transfer money from my savings account . , Where do you want the money to go to ? Where do you want the money to go to ? , I want the money to be transferred into my checking account . I want the money to be transferred into my checking account . , How much money are you going to transfer today ? How much money are you going to transfer today ? , $ 200 will be fine . $ 200 will be fine . , Is that all I can do for you today ? Is that all I can do for you today ? , I won ’ t be needing anything else . Can I order something from the kitchen ? ," Just tell me what you'd like , please . " " Just tell me what you'd like , please . "," A bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare would hit the spot . " " A bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare would hit the spot . "," I hate to tell you this , but we have no more filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? " " I hate to tell you this , but we have no more filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? "," Sure ! Right now , I would even eat hamburger ! " " Sure ! Right now , I would even eat hamburger ! ", Have you ever tried chocolate-covered strawberries with champagne ? Have you ever tried chocolate-covered strawberries with champagne ? ," Thank you , but I just finished eating some chocolate-covered cherries . " " Thank you , but I just finished eating some chocolate-covered cherries . "," That'll be a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and porterhouse , all charged to your amenities account . " " That'll be a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and porterhouse , all charged to your amenities account . ", Not a problem . Not a problem . , Please call if you have any other requests . Your food will be delivered promptly . Do you have a minute ? , Sure . What's up ? "Have you been in America long , Hellen ? ", No . Only for a couple of weeks . No . Only for a couple of weeks . , Where are you going to study ? Where are you going to study ? , I am going to register at Harvard next month . I am going to register at Harvard next month . , What are you going to major in ? What are you going to major in ? , I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ? I am going to major in tourism . What about you ? How long have you been here ? , For nearly four years . For nearly four years . ," Well . You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay . At the moment , I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school . " "Bob , I'm really upset with you . "," I'm sorry , I didn't mean to forget our wedding anniversary . " " I'm sorry , I didn't mean to forget our wedding anniversary . ", You forgot it last year as well . You forgot it last year as well . ," I know , I'm sorry . " "So , are we all behind this new project ? ", I'm in favor of Maggie . I'm in favor of Maggie . ," Ditto , it doesn't look too expensive either . " " Ditto , it doesn't look too expensive either . "," That's right , Nigel . I think we can keep cost down . " " That's right , Nigel . I think we can keep cost down . ", I can't see a problem . Let's give it a try . "excuse me , is this the way to the Greta Wall ? "," oh , it is really far from here . You ’ re going in the wrong direction actually . " " oh , it is really far from here . You ’ re going in the wrong direction actually . ", I must have taken a wrong turn . I must have taken a wrong turn . ," it doesn ’ t matter . Go back the way you came . After about five kilometers , you ’ ll see a hotel on the side of the road . It ’ s a big one . You can ’ t miss it . " " it doesn ’ t matter . Go back the way you came . After about five kilometers , you ’ ll see a hotel on the side of the road . It ’ s a big one . You can ’ t miss it . ", and then ? and then ? ," take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ’ ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall . " " take the next right . Drive about one click further , and you ’ ll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall . ", thanks a lot . thanks a lot . , you ’ re welcome . you ’ re welcome . ," by the way , how long does it take ? " " by the way , how long does it take ? "," without traffic , it takes about an hour . " " without traffic , it takes about an hour . ", I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ? I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon . Do you think I can make it before closing ? ," yes , I think so . It doesn ’ t close until 5 o ’ clock . You still have plenty of time . " " yes , I think so . It doesn ’ t close until 5 o ’ clock . You still have plenty of time . ", great ! Thank you ! great ! Thank you ! ," my pleasure , and have a good time ! " Are you a goal-oriented person ? ," Yes , I am . I always make a plan before I do anything . " " Yes , I am . I always make a plan before I do anything . ", Where do you want to be in 5 years ? Where do you want to be in 5 years ? , I don't want to have a specific title . I just want to enjoy what I am doing . I don't want to have a specific title . I just want to enjoy what I am doing . , That sounds very reasonable . That sounds very reasonable . , It's the most important thing to me . It's the most important thing to me . ," If you are hired , how long do you plan to stay with us ? " " If you are hired , how long do you plan to stay with us ? ", That obviously depends on how things go - - whether I'm suited to the firm and the firm to me . That obviously depends on how things go - - whether I'm suited to the firm and the firm to me . , Tell me about some of your recent goals and what you do to achieve them . Tell me about some of your recent goals and what you do to achieve them . ," I want to put my knowledge and experience to use in a challenging position . In order to achieve this goal , I just want to work step by step . " " I want to put my knowledge and experience to use in a challenging position . In order to achieve this goal , I just want to work step by step . ", What is your long-range objective ? What is your long-range objective ? , I haven't thought it over at all . I haven't thought it over at all . , What do you think is the most important thing when looking for a job ? What do you think is the most important thing when looking for a job ? , I think the most important thing is the interest in the job . "Darling , the airplane is going to take off . I have to go . ", Take care ! I will miss you so much . Do I have to take these books here if I want to renew them ? , You can renew the books over the computer . You can renew the books over the computer . , That's so convenient . "Mandy , Would you like to come for dinner tonight ? ", Dinner ? Where ? Dinner ? Where ? , At the new Five Spices restaurant in Chaoyang . At the new Five Spices restaurant in Chaoyang . , What kind of food do they serve ? What kind of food do they serve ? , It ’ s Asian fusion . I heard it ’ s delicious . It ’ s Asian fusion . I heard it ’ s delicious . , Oh really ! That sounds lovely . "I hate to be the bearer of bad news , but it's that time of year again . Have you got your performance evaluations finished yet ? ", Oh no ! Evaluations ! You can tell that's not my favorite job ; I haven't even started yet . When is the deadline for turning in thecompleted forms ? Oh no ! Evaluations ! You can tell that's not my favorite job ; I haven't even started yet . When is the deadline for turning in thecompleted forms ? ," Well , you do still have three weeks . But remember the employee must sign them , too . Filling them in is nothing - it's meetingwith the employees that takes so much time . " " Well , you do still have three weeks . But remember the employee must sign them , too . Filling them in is nothing - it's meetingwith the employees that takes so much time . "," I never know how to rate the employees ' work . Of course attendance and productivity are easy , I just look at the sales figures . " " I never know how to rate the employees ' work . Of course attendance and productivity are easy , I just look at the sales figures . ", So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ? So it's the subjective criteria like team building and colleague support that you find hard ? , Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ? Exactly ! Attitude ... how do you rate attitude ? ," I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion " " I suggest letting each employee fill out his or her own evaluation for those items . Then , based on their self - assessment , you can add your comments . It's a great starting point for discussion "," Great idea . And after all , that's the whole point of an evaluation . I almost can't wait to give it a try . " Hello there . Is there anything I can help you with ? ," Yes , please . 70,000 US dollars is being transferred into our account . " " Yes , please . 70,000 US dollars is being transferred into our account . ", Which company are you from ? I'll check your details . Which company are you from ? I'll check your details . , I'm the accountant with Go Thong Computers . I'm the accountant with Go Thong Computers . ," Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it . " " Ah , yes . Mr Can , isn't it ? Yes , the money has been transferred successfully . But you'll need to change it into RIB before you can have it . ", No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ? No problem . Can I withdraw all of it now ? ," You have an account with us , right ? If so , there shouldn't be any problem . " "Excuse me , do you have A tale of Two Cities ? I'd like a copy of it . ", Who is the author ? Who is the author ? , Charles Dickens . Charles Dickens . ," Sorry , we ' re sold out right now.Please come back next week . " " Sorry , we ' re sold out right now.Please come back next week . "," Ok , Thanks . " What happened to my cup ? , I accidentally knocked it off the table and it broke . I'm really sorry . I accidentally knocked it off the table and it broke . I'm really sorry . , Don't worry about it . I've got another one I can use . "Have you been taken of , miss ? ", I am Looking for a T-shirt . I am Looking for a T-shirt . , We have quite a variety of shirts here . We have quite a variety of shirts here . , What kind of material is this ? What kind of material is this ? ," Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty . " " Silk . You have a good taste . It's excellent for its handiness , elegance and beauty . ", Can I try it on ? Can I reserve a hotel room ? ," I assure you , that's not a problem . What is your full name , please ? " " I assure you , that's not a problem . What is your full name , please ? ", My name's John Sandals . My name's John Sandals . ," It's a pleasure to assist you . Please tell me when you'll be needing the room , sir . " " It's a pleasure to assist you . Please tell me when you'll be needing the room , sir . "," If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 . " " If my plans don't change , I'll need a room April 14 till April 17 . "," Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ? " " Sir , our room prices are slightly higher than you may have thought . Will that be okay ? "," Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay . " " Tell me how much it will be , and I can tell you if it's okay . "," Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course . " " Only $ 308 per night , before taxes , of course . ", $ 308 a night ? That's a fair price . $ 308 a night ? That's a fair price . ," Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ? " " Now , as for the room , sir , do you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ? "," Nonsmoking , please . " " Nonsmoking , please . "," Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ? " " Nonsmoking . Now , sir , does a single queen-size bed meet your approval ? ", I have absolutely no problem with that . I have absolutely no problem with that . ," Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number . " " Queen , nonsmoking . Okay , sir , your room is reserved . Now if you'll just give me your phone number . ", Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 . Not a problem . The number is 626-555-1739 . , Thank you for making a reservation with us . We look forward to seeing you in April ! It sounds like Bob's getting out of bed . , What time did he come in last night ? What time did he come in last night ? , It was after 2 am . It was after 2 am . , Who was he out with ? let's go swimming . ," But , we just finished eating lunch . " " But , we just finished eating lunch . "," I know , but I'm really hot . " " I know , but I'm really hot . ", I'd strongly recommend that you wait for a while before going swimming . Good Lord ! Look at that man . , Yes ? Yes ? , He's swimming in the cold sea . He must be very strong . He's swimming in the cold sea . He must be very strong . ," Sure he is . Winter swimming does good to health , I hear . " "Do you have any seat preference , madam ? "," Yes , could you please put me in the non-smoking section ? " " Yes , could you please put me in the non-smoking section ? ", Would you like a window seat ? Would you like a window seat ? ," Yes , if any one is available . But not over the wing . " " Yes , if any one is available . But not over the wing . "," I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room . " " I am sorry , there is no window seat in the non-smoking room . "," It doesn't matter , I will take an aisle seat . " "Hello , Jack here . "," Hello , Jack . It ’ s Mary . What are you doing in your office ? " " Hello , Jack . It ’ s Mary . What are you doing in your office ? ", I ’ m working . I often work late on Thursday . I ’ m busy this week . I ’ m working . I often work late on Thursday . I ’ m busy this week . , Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ? Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday ? ," Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ’ t be able to . I ’ m going on business to Birmingham . " " Tomorrow ? No , I am afraid I won ’ t be able to . I ’ m going on business to Birmingham . ", What about Saturday ? What about Saturday ? ," Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening . " " Sorry , I never go out on Saturday evening . I always watch football on Saturday evening . ", Will you come round next Tuesday ? Will you come round next Tuesday ? ," Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ’ ll be at her birthday party . " " Next Tuesday ? Just a moment . It will be the twenty-first of May ? Oh , dear . Hum , I promised my aunt I ’ ll be at her birthday party . ", What do you say next Wednesday then ? What do you say next Wednesday then ? ," Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ’ s make it next Wednesday . " " Let me see . Yes , Mary . Let ’ s make it next Wednesday . ", Okay . Bye . Okay . Bye . , Bye . Would you like a piece of birthday cake ? ," No , thanks , I'll pass . It looks very tempting though . " " No , thanks , I'll pass . It looks very tempting though . ", I thought strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting was your favorite ? I thought strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting was your favorite ? , It is . I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it . It is . I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it . , A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape . A diet ? What for ? You are in great shape . , I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up . I went to the doctor the other day . My cholesterol is up . , Oooo . This sounds serious . Oooo . This sounds serious . , Not too serious . But he gave me a strict diet to help bring it down . Hello . Overseas operator . May I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to make a collect call to Japan . Yes . I'd like to make a collect call to Japan . ," Your name , please ? " " Your name , please ? ", It's Helen Kent . It's Helen Kent . , Who would you like to talk to ? Who would you like to talk to ? , I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent . I'd like to talk to Mr . Edna Kent . , Is that Mr . Edna Kent ? Is that Mr . Edna Kent ? , That's right . That's right . ," What number are you calling from , please ? " " What number are you calling from , please ? "," From code 513 , 432-6748 . " " From code 513 , 432-6748 . "," And the number in Japan , please ? " " And the number in Japan , please ? "," Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 . " " Country code is 81 , area code 138 , and the number is 846-8972 . "," Hold the line , please . I'll put your call through . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , I'm planning a trip to Europe . I'm planning a trip to Europe . , Have you decided which city you want to go ? Have you decided which city you want to go ? ," Well , what's the price of this route ? " " Well , what's the price of this route ? ", That's $ 400 and we will visit 4 cities . Hey Mel ! Are you up for some tennis today ? ," Sorry , I can ’ t ! I have to go to work , pick up Jake and Maddie from school , and make them an afternoon snack , then take Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to dance class . " " Sorry , I can ’ t ! I have to go to work , pick up Jake and Maddie from school , and make them an afternoon snack , then take Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to dance class . "," You sound exhausted . Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out ! She can pick the kids up and take them to their after-school activities . She can also help you do some household chores , and run so " " You sound exhausted . Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out ! She can pick the kids up and take them to their after-school activities . She can also help you do some household chores , and run so "," Oh , I don ’ t know ... it ’ s hard to find the right nanny . You have to consider her previous work experience , the responsibilities you give her , and how she interacts with the kids . I would love to have " " Oh , I don ’ t know ... it ’ s hard to find the right nanny . You have to consider her previous work experience , the responsibilities you give her , and how she interacts with the kids . I would love to have "," I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ’ t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ’ ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great " " I think you should definitely consider it ! This way you won ’ t have to juggle such a busy schedule , and you ’ ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings . I can refer you this great "," Oh , that ’ s great . Thanks Grace . Can you give me her number ? I ’ ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow . Maybe this way I won ’ t be so tired every day , and Dan and I might even get to go " "Good morning , Sir . Where are you going ? ", I ’ m going to England by flight BE987 . I ’ m going to England by flight BE987 . , When is your flight ? When is your flight ? , 10:00 AM . When am I supposed to check in ? 10:00 AM . When am I supposed to check in ? , we are checking in . May I have your ticket and your health certificate and your luggage please . we are checking in . May I have your ticket and your health certificate and your luggage please . , Here you are . Here you are . ," Are you keeping the small bag as carry-on luggage , sir ? " " Are you keeping the small bag as carry-on luggage , sir ? ", Yes . Yes . , You must weigh that as well . You must weigh that as well . , all right . all right . ," Your luggage is two pounds over . I ’ m afraid They'll be in excess luggage charge , Sir . " " Your luggage is two pounds over . I ’ m afraid They'll be in excess luggage charge , Sir . ", How much must I pay ? How much must I pay ? , It ’ s ten yuan . It ’ s ten yuan . , Here you are . Here you are . , This is your luggage check Which You must show when you disembark at your destination and here is your boarding pass and your ticket . This is your luggage check Which You must show when you disembark at your destination and here is your boarding pass and your ticket . , Thanks . Thanks . ," Now , please wait until your flight is called . There's about twenty-five minutes to go . " " Now , please wait until your flight is called . There's about twenty-five minutes to go . ", I ’ m a little nervous . I ’ Ve never flown before . I ’ m a little nervous . I ’ Ve never flown before . ," There ’ s nothing at all to worry about . Once you are in the air , it ’ s just like sitting at your sitting room . It ’ s going to be a very pleasant flight . " "Get up , you lazybones ! ", Just a minute . Has your company been affected much by government legislation ? ," Yes , we have . We've had to clean up our production process a lot to meet tough government standards . " " Yes , we have . We've had to clean up our production process a lot to meet tough government standards . ", What about your use of raw materials ? What about your use of raw materials ? ," Well , we've had to cut down the amount of solvents we use and we ’ re not allowed to use lead in our products any more . " " Well , we've had to cut down the amount of solvents we use and we ’ re not allowed to use lead in our products any more . ", What happens if you exceed the limits ? What happens if you exceed the limits ? , We try not to because you might have to pay quite a heavy fine . I'm glad we came here . This is really delicious ! , I was worried you would think it was too far to drive . I was worried you would think it was too far to drive . ," Well , it's true I've never driven two hours just to get lunch.But really , I think it's worth it . " " Well , it's true I've never driven two hours just to get lunch.But really , I think it's worth it . "," I think if you try some more authentic Chinese food , you might understand how we students from Taiwan suffer . " " I think if you try some more authentic Chinese food , you might understand how we students from Taiwan suffer . "," How do you mean "" suffer "" ? " " How do you mean "" suffer "" ? "," I mean , in Milwaukee there is no good Chinese food.So we miss the food in Taiwan too much.Sometimes we just have to drive down here to Chicago to find something better . " " I mean , in Milwaukee there is no good Chinese food.So we miss the food in Taiwan too much.Sometimes we just have to drive down here to Chicago to find something better . ", Even in the winter ? Even in the winter ? ," Yes , even in the winter . " " Yes , even in the winter . "," And even if it takes two hours , huh ? " " And even if it takes two hours , huh ? ", Why not ? I've been craving good food for three weeks now . I'm too sick of hamburgers and pizza ! Why not ? I've been craving good food for three weeks now . I'm too sick of hamburgers and pizza ! ," Well , this really is delicious , I have to admit . I can understand better now why you and your friends are always whining . " " Well , this really is delicious , I have to admit . I can understand better now why you and your friends are always whining . ", Don't tease me ! Good food is really important to Chinese ! Don't tease me ! Good food is really important to Chinese ! ," I know . I can see that . This is what is called "" dim sum , "" right ? " " I know . I can see that . This is what is called "" dim sum , "" right ? "," Yes , all these dishes are different "" dim sum "" dishes.You can't find this kind of thing except for in a few cities in America . " " Yes , all these dishes are different "" dim sum "" dishes.You can't find this kind of thing except for in a few cities in America . "," So when you Chinese think of Chinatown , you mostly think of food . Is that right ? " " So when you Chinese think of Chinatown , you mostly think of food . Is that right ? ", Of course . I will try to buy some things at the Asian grocery down the block too.Then I can do a little cooking in my apartment . Of course . I will try to buy some things at the Asian grocery down the block too.Then I can do a little cooking in my apartment . ," And maybe we can go to a good Italian restaurant for dinner , after the museum.Chicago has some great Italian restaurants . " " And maybe we can go to a good Italian restaurant for dinner , after the museum.Chicago has some great Italian restaurants . ", No way ! No way ! , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," We're going up to the "" new "" Chinatown for dinner . I already know where we're going to go . " " We're going up to the "" new "" Chinatown for dinner . I already know where we're going to go . "," Alright , alright . I am happy to try more Chinese food.Will it be dim sum again ? " " Alright , alright . I am happy to try more Chinese food.Will it be dim sum again ? "," No , dim sum is usually eaten around lunch time , or sometimes closer to breakfast.We ' ll try more Taiwanese style up at the "" new "" Chinatown . " " No , dim sum is usually eaten around lunch time , or sometimes closer to breakfast.We ' ll try more Taiwanese style up at the "" new "" Chinatown . ", Taiwanese style ? Isn't dim sum Taiwanese style ? Taiwanese style ? Isn't dim sum Taiwanese style ? ," No , dim sum is more Cantonese style.But of course you can buy it in Taiwan . " " No , dim sum is more Cantonese style.But of course you can buy it in Taiwan . ", I wonder if you can cook things this good . I wonder if you can cook things this good . , I'm a great cook actually . You will see . "Hi , you said that you might need some help with preparing dinner.What would you like me to do ? "," Thanks for coming over to help . I really appreciate it.First , could you peel the vegetables ? I ’ Ve put them all in the sink and there is a peeler . " " Thanks for coming over to help . I really appreciate it.First , could you peel the vegetables ? I ’ Ve put them all in the sink and there is a peeler . "," Ok , I ’ ll peel the vegetables and you chop them . I ’ m terrible at chopping vegetables . I always seem to chop them into pieces that are either too big or too small.Wow , you can chop vegetables really quickly " " Ok , I ’ ll peel the vegetables and you chop them . I ’ m terrible at chopping vegetables . I always seem to chop them into pieces that are either too big or too small.Wow , you can chop vegetables really quickly "," After you ’ Ve chopped the vegetables , could you fry the meat in a little oil ? Just use a very small amount of oil.Fry the meat until it is cooked , then we will add some spices to flavor it . " " After you ’ Ve chopped the vegetables , could you fry the meat in a little oil ? Just use a very small amount of oil.Fry the meat until it is cooked , then we will add some spices to flavor it . ", Which spices are you going to add to the meat ? Which spices are you going to add to the meat ? ," These ones here.The one on the left is very spicy , so we must be careful about how much we add . " " These ones here.The one on the left is very spicy , so we must be careful about how much we add . "," Yes , we don ’ t want everyone to burn their mouths and have a drink gallons.of water.Ok , I ’ m really to do the meat.Should I cook it over a low flame ? " " Yes , we don ’ t want everyone to burn their mouths and have a drink gallons.of water.Ok , I ’ m really to do the meat.Should I cook it over a low flame ? "," Cook it over a high flame , so that it will be ready quickly.Keep stirring the meat around the frying pan.Don ’ t let the meat stick to the bottom of the pan . " " Cook it over a high flame , so that it will be ready quickly.Keep stirring the meat around the frying pan.Don ’ t let the meat stick to the bottom of the pan . ", Right.What are you doing over there ? Right.What are you doing over there ? , I ’ m mixing the sauce.It ’ s my speciality . I make it according to my own secret recipe . "Mom , am I like a superman ? All I need is a cape . "," No , just a super-boy . " " No , just a super-boy . "," Mom , you always think of me as a child . " " Mom , you always think of me as a child . "," Yes , because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much . He can do things by himself . " " Yes , because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much . He can do things by himself . ", Sure ! Sure ! ," Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous . " " Oh , my poor Danny , sure , you are a man . But you know , running like this in street is very dangerous . ", Superman is not afraid of any danger . Superman is not afraid of any danger . , Do you remember the rules of road safety ? Do you remember the rules of road safety ? , What ? What ? , Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side . Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side . , Don't play on the street or make any noise . Don't play on the street or make any noise . ," Yes , so you still remember , ah . " " Yes , so you still remember , ah . "," Dear Mom , please permit of superman's naughty . " Excuse me . My name is David Walker . Haven't we met before ? ," Well , let me see ... Do you work at IBM Corporation ? " " Well , let me see ... Do you work at IBM Corporation ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Now I remember . We met at a conference in Tokyo last year . You won one million yuan in a lottery . What will you say ? , I don't know . I'm too excited to say a word . I don't know . I'm too excited to say a word . ," I understand . It's too good to be true , isn't it ? " " I understand . It's too good to be true , isn't it ? "," Yes , too good to be true . " Bob ! , Anne ! I haven't seen you for ages.How ' Ve you been ? Anne ! I haven't seen you for ages.How ' Ve you been ? ," Fine , just fine.And you ? " " Fine , just fine.And you ? ", Not bad.It really is great to see you again.Where have you been ? Not bad.It really is great to see you again.Where have you been ? , Guangzhou . I've got a cousin there . that's really convenient . Does it have the Bluetooth ? ," yes , but I don't really use it that often . Have you ever used it ? " " yes , but I don't really use it that often . Have you ever used it ? "," no , but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go . " " yes , I guess I should try to use it . ", does it have a camera ? does it have a camera ? , of course it does . Doesn't every new phone include a camera these days ? of course it does . Doesn't every new phone include a camera these days ? , I guess so . Would you mind if I checked my email quickly ? I'm supposed to be getting an important email this evening from a client . I guess so . Would you mind if I checked my email quickly ? I'm supposed to be getting an important email this evening from a client . , sure . Here you go . sure . Here you go . , have you checked your voicemail recently ? have you checked your voicemail recently ? ," no , why ? " " no , why ? ", I think this icon means that you have a voicemail message . I think this icon means that you have a voicemail message . ," oh , yeah . Probably . I don't really know how to use this phone yet . " " oh , yeah . Probably . I don't really know how to use this phone yet . ", do you want to listen to your messages first ? do you want to listen to your messages first ? ," no , it's ok . Check your email first ; I'll check my unbox later . " " no , it's ok . Check your email first ; I'll check my unbox later . ", I'm surprised you don't use more of the features on your phone . I'm surprised you don't use more of the features on your phone . , I'm surprised you know so much about it . Where's your phone ? I'm surprised you know so much about it . Where's your phone ? , it quit working last week and I haven't had a chance to buy a new one yet . it quit working last week and I haven't had a chance to buy a new one yet . , how have you been living without a cell phone for a week ? hasn't it been driving you carry being without a phone ? how have you been living without a cell phone for a week ? hasn't it been driving you carry being without a phone ? ," it's not that bad . It kind of feels like I'm on vacation , not having to answer my phone all the time ! " " it's not that bad . It kind of feels like I'm on vacation , not having to answer my phone all the time ! ", let's go shopping . You can't depend on public phones in this day and age ! "Hi , Bill . "," Hi , Jim . " " Hi , Jim . "," Where is that cool guy , Dick ? I haven ’ t seen him for two weeks . " " Where is that cool guy , Dick ? I haven ’ t seen him for two weeks . ", He ’ s been sick since he came back from Italy . He ’ s been sick since he came back from Italy . ," Bummer , I ’ m sorry to hear that , is he better now ? " " Bummer , I ’ m sorry to hear that , is he better now ? "," Yes , Doctor William said that he could come back to work ASAP . " "Honey , I need to have a talk with you . "," Dad , I have to do my homework . " " Dad , I have to do my homework . "," No , honey , why didn't you go to cram school last night ? " " No , honey , why didn't you go to cram school last night ? "," Dad , I don't want to talk about it now . " " Dad , I don't want to talk about it now . "," Honey , if you don't want to go to cram school , you should tell me the reason why . " " Honey , if you don't want to go to cram school , you should tell me the reason why . "," I'm sorry , dad . But I would rather stay at school than go to cram school . " I have two finals this week and one oral presentation and I'm not ready for any of them ! , Sounds like you will be doing some serious cramming till Friday ! Sounds like you will be doing some serious cramming till Friday ! , I hate this part of school . I hate this part of school . , Why did you put it off until the last minute ? Why did you put it off until the last minute ? , I didn't mean to . Things just kept taking up all of my time . I didn't mean to . Things just kept taking up all of my time . , Maybe you got your plate too full this semester ? You can change that next semester . Maybe you got your plate too full this semester ? You can change that next semester . , I think I'd better . I have twenty four credits this time around . That might be a bit much . I think I'd better . I have twenty four credits this time around . That might be a bit much . , I'll say . The regular eighteen is just about all I can handle myself . Do you plan on voting this Tuesday ? , Yes . What about you ? Yes . What about you ? , I already voted . I already voted . , What do you mean you already voted ? What do you mean you already voted ? , I had to mail in an absentee ballot . I had to mail in an absentee ballot . , Why ’ d you have to do that ? Why ’ d you have to do that ? , I ’ m not going to be able to vote this Tuesday . I ’ m not going to be able to vote this Tuesday . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , I have to work this Tuesday . I have to work this Tuesday . , You can always go to work late . You can always go to work late . , That same morning I have some business to take care of . That same morning I have some business to take care of . ," Oh , I understand . " I am not sure what to do to get ready for my job interview . , Make sure that you understand the company . Do you understand what it is that they do ? Make sure that you understand the company . Do you understand what it is that they do ? ," No , I probably need to do some more research . " " No , I probably need to do some more research . ", When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed . Does that make sense ? When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed . Does that make sense ? , I think that their attitude is rather casual . I think that their attitude is rather casual . , So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ? So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear . Do you have something to wear ? , I have absolutely nothing so far . I have absolutely nothing so far . ," You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ? " " You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it , but can we talk about other basics ? "," Yes , where should we go from here ? " " Yes , where should we go from here ? "," Focus on being relaxed and open , don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about . I'm sure you'll do well . " Are you here about your ticket ? ," Yes , I am , Your Honor . " " Yes , I am , Your Honor . ", What is your argument ? What is your argument ? ," Your Honor , the police officer pulled me over for speeding . " " Your Honor , the police officer pulled me over for speeding . ", You must've been speeding . You must've been speeding . ," No , Your Honor , I was not . " " No , Your Honor , I was not . ", Tell me how many miles per hour you were going . Tell me how many miles per hour you were going . , I was going 35 in a 40 mph zone . I was going 35 in a 40 mph zone . ," That's fine , so I'll let you go with a warning . " " That's fine , so I'll let you go with a warning . "," So , I don't have to pay the ticket ? " " So , I don't have to pay the ticket ? ", You won't have to pay the fine . You won't have to pay the fine . ," Thank you very much , Your Honor . " "I am in hot water now , all the things seem to be blown up . ", Don't be scared.Bite the bullet and everything will be right again . Don't be scared.Bite the bullet and everything will be right again . , Thank you for encouraging me . There are problems cropping up here and there . But I will over come them one by one . How do you celebrate national day in your country ? , There are parades in many cities and people fly the national flags from almost every public building . There are parades in many cities and people fly the national flags from almost every public building . , What kinds of parades are there ? What kinds of parades are there ? ," The parades are usually military ones , but sometimes there are procession of people carrying flags and singing patriotic songs . What do you do on national day in your country ? " " The parades are usually military ones , but sometimes there are procession of people carrying flags and singing patriotic songs . What do you do on national day in your country ? ", We don ’ t have a national day . We don ’ t have a national day . , Really ? That ’ s unusual . Really ? That ’ s unusual . ," I guess it is . Most countries have on , but we don ’ t . " " I guess it is . Most countries have on , but we don ’ t . "," Actually , even though we have parades , most people just use the national day holiday to visit family or go shopping . In the evening , many people watch special TV shows which celebrate national day . " "What's the matter with you , then ? You look miserable . ", It's us . It's us . ," What do you mean by "" us "" ? " " What do you mean by "" us "" ? "," Well , we used to talk to each other before we were married . Remember ? " " Well , we used to talk to each other before we were married . Remember ? "," What do you mean ? We ' re talking now , aren't we ? " " What do you mean ? We ' re talking now , aren't we ? "," Oh , yes , but we used to do so much together . " " Oh , yes , but we used to do so much together . ", Yes . I remember . But we never used to argue . You used to think I was wonderful . Where are you going ? Yes . I remember . But we never used to argue . You used to think I was wonderful . Where are you going ? , Back to live with my parents . That's something else I used to do before we were married . Remember ? Let ’ s play a game ! , OK ! How about Scrabble ? OK ! How about Scrabble ? ," No , no , a friend of mine taught me this really fun game . I ’ m going to describe someone ’ s face , and you guess who it is ! " " No , no , a friend of mine taught me this really fun game . I ’ m going to describe someone ’ s face , and you guess who it is ! ", OK ! OK ! ," Let ’ s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples ! " " Let ’ s see . He has a roman nose , bushy eyebrows and dimples ! "," Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin ! " " Our cousin Pete ! My turn ! She has a pointy nose , sunken eyes and a mole on her chin ! "," Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald ! " " Aunt Rose ! That mole is so huge ! OK , my turn . He has a crooked nose and full lips . He has quite a few freckles and an oval face . Oh , he is also bald ! ", Your future husband ! Your future husband ! , Not funny . Has Robert ever missed coming to one of our parties ? , Only once or twice at the most . Only once or twice at the most . , Do you know why ? Do you know why ? , I have no idea . "Hello , ladies . I'm firing up the grill . We can eat in an hour or so . "," Chips , finger foods , desserts , baked beans . Where're the pork and beef strips ? " " Chips , finger foods , desserts , baked beans . Where're the pork and beef strips ? "," Yi-jun , we're in the States . Here it's all burgers , steaks , and dogs . " " Yi-jun , we're in the States . Here it's all burgers , steaks , and dogs . ", Ah ... hence the buns and condiments we bought . And this is Holly's potato salad . Ah ... hence the buns and condiments we bought . And this is Holly's potato salad . , You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ... You can put stuff on the picnic table . Back to work . The grill is calling me ... , Let me know if I can help . I hope the host team loses . , That all depends on how the visiting team shapes . That all depends on how the visiting team shapes . ," According to the papers , the visiting side is a strong team in America . " " According to the papers , the visiting side is a strong team in America . ", But two players of the team have been booked and one is out . "Billy , you are late again . ", I'm sorry I'm late . I overslept . Is the manager here today ? I'm sorry I'm late . I overslept . Is the manager here today ? , Yes he ' s in his office . Yes he ' s in his office . ," Oh , I hope he didn't notice me . " " Oh , I hope he didn't notice me . ", Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you . Don't take any chances . It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again . He's already mad at you for last 2 times . Any more and he might fire you . , You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ? You said it . It won't happen again . Do you really think he'd fire me ? , I think he might . You'd better go to his office . I think he might . You'd better go to his office . , You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic . You are probably right . I'll go right now and apologize . I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic . , Good luck ! Do you mind if I ask you a question ? If it ’ s too personal you can forget it . , I don ’ t mind at all . You can ask me anything . We ’ re friends . I don ’ t mind at all . You can ask me anything . We ’ re friends . ," Have you got a scholarship , or are you on your own ? " " Have you got a scholarship , or are you on your own ? ", I have a scholarship from my government for four years . How about you ? I have a scholarship from my government for four years . How about you ? , I have a tuition scholarship from the university . Otherwise I ’ m on my own . I have a tuition scholarship from the university . Otherwise I ’ m on my own . , Do you mean that you ’ re self-supporting ? I didn ’ t even know you had a job ! Do you mean that you ’ re self-supporting ? I didn ’ t even know you had a job ! ," Oh no . My family supports me . And believe me , changing foreign money into dollars is heart-breaking . You seem to get so little in return . " " Oh no . My family supports me . And believe me , changing foreign money into dollars is heart-breaking . You seem to get so little in return . "," Yeah , I really know the feeling . I can ’ t wait to graduate so I can get a good job and earn my own money . " I Don't know how they do it ! Our competitors have undercut us by 10 % percent on the price of our latest model . There is no way will be able to compete against that . We're barely breaking even with the present prices . ," These price wars are disastrous for our bottom line . If they're charging 10 % less than we are , we've got to find a way to lower our price while keeping our profit . " " These price wars are disastrous for our bottom line . If they're charging 10 % less than we are , we've got to find a way to lower our price while keeping our profit . "," Profits are almost nonexistent now , we can't beat their price . How do they keep their price so low ? " " Profits are almost nonexistent now , we can't beat their price . How do they keep their price so low ? "," We can try to lower our cost of production then . We need a price that we can compete with , something comparable with the competition . " " We can try to lower our cost of production then . We need a price that we can compete with , something comparable with the competition . "," You really think we can make it ? I don't have much faith in our ability to lower the price again . We're no match for them , the competition will beat us hands down . " "How's your new work , Carl ? ", A tough job . They even offer in-service training every Wednesday afternoon . A tough job . They even offer in-service training every Wednesday afternoon . , Good for you . Good for you . ," I don't like it . I am not used to this kind of 9 to 5 work hours . Above all , I hate talking to those poker faces everyday . " " I don't like it . I am not used to this kind of 9 to 5 work hours . Above all , I hate talking to those poker faces everyday . "," Well , you have to take the bad with the good . " " Well , you have to take the bad with the good . ", I guess so . I am badly off and I need this job . Do you think you will ever work at that company again ? , When pigs fly ! Do you have the five dollars I lent you yesterday ? , Oh I forgot ! I'll run home real quickly and bring you the money . Oh I forgot ! I'll run home real quickly and bring you the money . , You don't have to go right away . You don't have to go right away . , I'd hate for you to think I was lazy in returning your money . He was once a poor man but now he is a man of means . , How did he make a fortune ? How did he make a fortune ? , He didn't make any effort . His aunt died and left him a fortune . what's your apartment like ? , it's furnished two bedroom flat in a three-story building on campus . it's furnished two bedroom flat in a three-story building on campus . , what is it like living in on-campus housing ? what is it like living in on-campus housing ? ," it's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it . " " it's not as bad as I thought it would be . The freshmen that live nearby are really loud , especially on the weekends . But , the rent is much cheaper than private housing , so it's worth it . ", did you have to pay a deposit ? did you have to pay a deposit ? ," no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month . " " no , but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months , so for the first months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month . ", do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ? do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent ? ," no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here . " " no , it's all included . Besides , students don't have to pay council tax , so we're saving quite bit of money by living here . ", how long is your contract for ? how long is your contract for ? ," that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon . " " that's the bad thing---the contract ends in June , so we'll have to find a new apartment soon . ", have you started looking again yet ? have you started looking again yet ? , not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer . not yet . I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer . , Good luck ! How may I help you ? , There ’ s a problem with my check . There ’ s a problem with my check . , What problem ? What problem ? , My check for $ 100 bounced . My check for $ 100 bounced . , Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ? Are you sure you have $ 100 in your checking account ? , I thought I did . I thought I did . , I ’ ll check for you . I ’ ll check for you . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account . It looks like you only have $ 57 left in your account . , That can ’ t be right ! That can ’ t be right ! , That ’ s what my computer is showing . That ’ s what my computer is showing . , All right . Thank you very much . I need to use the ATM . , What ’ s stopping you ? What ’ s stopping you ? , I ’ m not sure how . I ’ m not sure how . , I don ’ t understand . I don ’ t understand . , I ’ Ve never used one before . I ’ Ve never used one before . , I can help you figure it out . I can help you figure it out . , What do I have to do ? What do I have to do ? , Slide your card into the machine . Slide your card into the machine . , Then what ? Then what ? , You need to type your PIN in . You need to type your PIN in . , What do I have to do next ? What do I have to do next ? ," Click on whichever option you want , and you ’ re done . " "Excuse me , miss . Could I have something to drink , please ? "," Sure , what would you like ? " " Sure , what would you like ? ", Is it possible to get a beer ? Is it possible to get a beer ? ," Why don ’ t you have a water or juice instead , so you don ’ t get dehydrated ? " " Why don ’ t you have a water or juice instead , so you don ’ t get dehydrated ? "," You ’ re right . I ’ ll save the beer for when we land . One orange juice , please . " Hey ! I have a surprise for you . , What is it ? What is it ? , Open this card and read . Open this card and read . , A trip to China for summer vacation . Wow ! What a wonderful surprise ! Thank you . This is the best surprise I've ever had . What separates your product from the competition ? ," Our product features inventory tracking software , which continuously updates and tracks your inventory on a real-time basis . " " Our product features inventory tracking software , which continuously updates and tracks your inventory on a real-time basis . ", Is the software user-friendly ? Is the software user-friendly ? , Yes it is very easy to use and each system installation comes with a 3 - day employee training seminar . Yes it is very easy to use and each system installation comes with a 3 - day employee training seminar . , Is this training part of the package or will it cost extra ? Is this training part of the package or will it cost extra ? ," Our quoted price includes the software system , installation , 3 day training seminar and ongoing troubleshooting.There are no hidden costs . " Are you feeling OK ? , My stomach is bothering me . My stomach is bothering me . , What have you been eating ? What have you been eating ? , I had a ham sandwich with mayonnaise for lunch . I had a ham sandwich with mayonnaise for lunch . , Maybe the food had something wrong with it . Maybe the food had something wrong with it . ," It could be bad food , but I didn ’ t feel so well yesterday , either . " " It could be bad food , but I didn ’ t feel so well yesterday , either . ", Have you been under a lot of pressure lately ? Have you been under a lot of pressure lately ? , I haven ’ t been under any more stress than usual . I haven ’ t been under any more stress than usual . , Perhaps you have caught that bug that is going around . Perhaps you have caught that bug that is going around . , I feel like maybe I am coming down with the flu . "Excuse me , could you tell me the bookshop ’ s address ? "," Yes , the bookshop is just around the corner.Turn left and you ’ ll see the bookshop . " " Yes , the bookshop is just around the corner.Turn left and you ’ ll see the bookshop . "," Thank you very much.By the way , is the hospital beside the bookshop . " " Thank you very much.By the way , is the hospital beside the bookshop . "," Right , if you see the bookshop , you can see the hospital . " " Right , if you see the bookshop , you can see the hospital . ", Thank you for your help . Thank you for your help . , Not at all . "Food is less expensive in a cafeteria , because you serve yourself . ", How to do it ? How to do it ? ," Just pick up a tray , then put a knife , a fork , a spoon and a paper napkin on it and stand in the line . " " Just pick up a tray , then put a knife , a fork , a spoon and a paper napkin on it and stand in the line . ", How long will it take to reach the buffet ? How long will it take to reach the buffet ? ," Not long , because people rush for lunch . " " Not long , because people rush for lunch . ", The line sure does move fast . The line sure does move fast . , Tell the man behind the counter what you want . Tell the man behind the counter what you want . , OK . I like that green vegetable but I don't know how to call it . OK . I like that green vegetable but I don't know how to call it . , Just point to it if you don't know the name . Just point to it if you don't know the name . , All right . Did you see that ? ," No , I missed it . " " No , I missed it . ", How could you miss that ? How could you miss that ? , Someone was in the way . "Daniel , I can't catch up with the English teacher very well . ", What's the problem ? What's the problem ? ," You are quite good at English , can you help me with it . " " You are quite good at English , can you help me with it . ", That's OK . But you'd better take an additional course in some English schools . That's OK . But you'd better take an additional course in some English schools . , English school ? What is that ? English school ? What is that ? , This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their English . This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their English . , Is that different from our school's English course ? Is that different from our school's English course ? ," Yes , before you start your training , they will test you on your English first . " What's the problem ? You don't look happy . , I failed my oral test . I failed my oral test . , How come ? How come ? , I'm not practicing enough . I'm not practicing enough . , Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ? Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ? ," When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese . " " When I talk to Chinese , I always want to speak Chinese . "," You should always keep in mind , the more you practice , the better English you can speak . " "Hi , Zhengjun , what make you so happy . "," You know what , I've just got a new job with a computer company . " " You know what , I've just got a new job with a computer company . "," Oh , congratulations ! " "OK , Dead Man . If this doesn't start your engine , nothing will . "," Thank you . Hey , do you know how espresso got its name ? " " Thank you . Hey , do you know how espresso got its name ? "," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . "," It's because of the way the steam and boiling water are pressed through the coffee . Es-PRESS-o , get it ? " " It's because of the way the steam and boiling water are pressed through the coffee . Es-PRESS-o , get it ? "," Uh , are you sure about that ? I thought espresso was an Italian word . " You seem to be very tired . ," Yes , I have been working for eight hours . " " Yes , I have been working for eight hours . ", Why don't you join us to go out for a walk ? Why don't you join us to go out for a walk ? ," No , really . I'm not in the mood for it . " "Wow , it all looks so good . I ’ m not sure what to choose . ", I can recommend the spare ribs . They are very tasty here . I can recommend the spare ribs . They are very tasty here . ," Actually , I ate too much pork yesterday . I fancy a change . " " Actually , I ate too much pork yesterday . I fancy a change . ", Ok why don ’ t you order the braised fish then ? Ok why don ’ t you order the braised fish then ? , That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though . That sounds like a good idea . It looks very big though . , Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll help you eat it . It looks delicious . I will order it . ," I am sorry , sir , it's for 4 persons to have . I think it's too large for you . " " I am sorry , sir , it's for 4 persons to have . I think it's too large for you . ", Would you please make it for a single person ? Would you please make it for a single person ? ," Sorry , sir . We have never done that before . " Is this the Law Firm of A & B ? ," Yes , sir.how can I help you ? " " Yes , sir.how can I help you ? ", I need to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance . I need to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance . , You would need to speak to Ms.Stevens . You would need to speak to Ms.Stevens . , Is she available ? Is she available ? ," One moment , please , and I will connect your call . " May I help you ? , Yes . I'm looking for a green dress . Yes . I'm looking for a green dress . , What size do you wear ? These dresses are on sale . What size do you wear ? These dresses are on sale . , I wear size 32 . This one looks nice . Where may I try it on ? I wear size 32 . This one looks nice . Where may I try it on ? , Come this way . Here's the dressing room . Come this way . Here's the dressing room . , How does it look ? How does it look ? , It looks nice . And it's not expensive . It looks nice . And it's not expensive . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , It's only $ 20 . It's only $ 20 . , I'll take it . Canton Hotel . ," I'd like to reserve a double room . I will be arriving next Monday , the 12th . My name is Wilson . " " I'd like to reserve a double room . I will be arriving next Monday , the 12th . My name is Wilson . ", A double room for the 12th ? The name is Wilson ? A double room for the 12th ? The name is Wilson ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", How long will you be staying ? How long will you be staying ? ," Three or four days , perhaps longer . " " Three or four days , perhaps longer . "," Very good , sir . We will be expecting you next Monday , the 12th . " "Drive me to Kennedy Airport , please ? ", I'm sorry.My car's taken . I'm sorry.My car's taken . , Where is the next taxi stand ? Where is the next taxi stand ? , Not far away.It ' s over there . How are you doing today ? How many in your book today ? ," Fine , thank you . There be five of us . The rest will be along shortly . " " Fine , thank you . There be five of us . The rest will be along shortly . ", Smoking or non ? Smoking or non ? ," Non-smoking is fine , thank you . " " Non-smoking is fine , thank you . "," Right , this way , please . Something to drink first ? " " Right , this way , please . Something to drink first ? "," Just water , please . " " Just water , please . ", Wold you like to see menu first or wait for your friends ? Wold you like to see menu first or wait for your friends ? ," I wait , but please bring me some bread . Maybe I'd like to have some appetizer before they get here . Please give me the menu , and let me have a look . " " I wait , but please bring me some bread . Maybe I'd like to have some appetizer before they get here . Please give me the menu , and let me have a look . "," Certainly , sir . If you need anything else , please let me know , and I'll be happy to get it for you right away . " "I know in your resume that you have worked in your present company for 3 years , can you tell me why you want to leave your present job and join us ? "," Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge , but I like challenge.Your firm is a young organisation with many innovative ideas . It has been very successful in an expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago . Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for . " " Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge , but I like challenge.Your firm is a young organisation with many innovative ideas . It has been very successful in an expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago . Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for . ", Why do you think you are qualified for this position ? Why do you think you are qualified for this position ? ," I have excellent communication skills and I am familiar with the procedures for the last company I worked for . Besides , I am a team player and have great interpersonal skills . " I like the Honda Accord you showed me before . I think it's more practical for my needs . ," Alright , sir . You are making a good choice . Honda has made a lot of design improvements in the new Accord . " " Alright , sir . You are making a good choice . Honda has made a lot of design improvements in the new Accord . ", What does it come with standard ? What does it come with standard ? ," On all our new cars , the standards include " " On all our new cars , the standards include ", Cruise control ? I don't like that . Cruise control ? I don't like that . ," Why not , sir ? " " Why not , sir ? ", I think it's dangerous . What if I can't turn it off ? I think it's dangerous . What if I can't turn it off ? ," Well , sir , I know some of our customers are concerned about cruise control . But Honda has never had a single cruise control malfunction that led to an accident . " " Well , sir , I know some of our customers are concerned about cruise control . But Honda has never had a single cruise control malfunction that led to an accident . ", I wish it didn't have cruise control . My wife doesn't like it either . I wish it didn't have cruise control . My wife doesn't like it either . ," You know , sir , you don't have to use it . You can turn it on or off . If you don't want to use it , you just never turn it on . " " You know , sir , you don't have to use it . You can turn it on or off . If you don't want to use it , you just never turn it on . ", I suppose . And What about the sunroof ? Is that standard ? I suppose . And What about the sunroof ? Is that standard ? ," No , the sunroof is optional , sir . " " No , the sunroof is optional , sir . ", I see . Welcome ! ," Would you give me a bottle of beer , please ? " " Would you give me a bottle of beer , please ? "," With ice , sir ? " " With ice , sir ? "," No , ice will spoil the taste . " " No , ice will spoil the taste . "," Anything else , sir ? " " Anything else , sir ? "," Yes . Something non-alcoholic , please . " " Yes . Something non-alcoholic , please . "," Fruit juice , milk or mineral water ? " " Fruit juice , milk or mineral water ? ", A glass of juice please . A glass of juice please . , Coming up immediately . "The central Hotel , please . I have to be there by 6:00 . ", We shouldn't have any trouble if the traffic isn't too heavy . Is this your first trip here ? We shouldn't have any trouble if the traffic isn't too heavy . Is this your first trip here ? , Yes . I've never been here before . Yes . I've never been here before . ," You haven't seen the sights yet , have you ? " " You haven't seen the sights yet , have you ? "," No , I'm open to suggestions . " " No , I'm open to suggestions . ", Why don't you visit the Great Wall first ? Why don't you visit the Great Wall first ? , That's a good idea . That's a good idea . , Here we are . That will be seven yuan and seventy cents . Here we are . That will be seven yuan and seventy cents . , Thanks a lot . Here's ten yuan . Keep the change . What's up ? You look low . , It's my girlfriend . I guess she's playing the army game . It's my girlfriend . I guess she's playing the army game . , How come ? How come ? , I saw her dating with her ex-boyfriend again . I saw her dating with her ex-boyfriend again . , I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart . I understand that . But I think maybe it's not a date . You are taking the matter too much to heart . , Maybe . But it still gets on my nerves . I would like to open an account please . , Do you have any form of ID ? Do you have any form of ID ? , I have my Tennis Club card . Is that good enough ? I have my Tennis Club card . Is that good enough ? , I ’ m afraid not . It has to be a passport or a valid driver ’ s license . I ’ m afraid not . It has to be a passport or a valid driver ’ s license . , Oh ... wait a minute ... here ’ s my driver ’ s license . Oh ... wait a minute ... here ’ s my driver ’ s license . ," OK , just fill in this application . You can sit over there . This brochure explains our services . We have free checking , and you will be given a debit card and on ATM card . There is no service " " OK , just fill in this application . You can sit over there . This brochure explains our services . We have free checking , and you will be given a debit card and on ATM card . There is no service "," OK , I ’ ll fill out the form and come right back . " "Hi , is this the Resume Writing Workshop ? "," Yes , this is the Resume Writing Workshop . Welcome ! " " Yes , this is the Resume Writing Workshop . Welcome ! ", I really don ’ t know that much about putting together a resume . I really don ’ t know that much about putting together a resume . , It ’ s easy . Don ’ t worry about it . It ’ s easy . Don ’ t worry about it . , What ’ s the most important part ? What ’ s the most important part ? ," Well , the most important thing we need to do is make sure that our name and contact information are across the top . " " Well , the most important thing we need to do is make sure that our name and contact information are across the top . ", What comes next ? What comes next ? , You can either list your job experience next or your education--whichever is the most impressive should be first . You can either list your job experience next or your education--whichever is the most impressive should be first . , Can I list my interests next ? Can I list my interests next ? ," Sure , that would be a good place for them . " "You have an unusual accent , Mr . Robbins . Where are you from originally ? If you don ’ t mind me asking . "," Not at all . I was born in Madrid , but I came to the States when I was a teenager . " " Not at all . I was born in Madrid , but I came to the States when I was a teenager . "," I guess that must be what I ’ m hearing , I really couldn ’ t place it . Do go back to Madrid often ? " " I guess that must be what I ’ m hearing , I really couldn ’ t place it . Do go back to Madrid often ? "," No , I haven ’ t been back for more than ten years . " "Good morning , madam . Can I help you ? ", Good morning . I ’ m looking for a new jacket . Good morning . I ’ m looking for a new jacket . , Our jackets are over here next to coats and accessories . Our jackets are over here next to coats and accessories . , I like this jacket . Can I try it on ? I like this jacket . Can I try it on ? , Of course . The changing rooms are over there . Of course . The changing rooms are over there . , Thanks . Your assistant said that it was time to come in and sign my escrow papers . ," Don ’ t be intimidated . There is a lot to sign , but I will explain everything to you very clearly . " " Don ’ t be intimidated . There is a lot to sign , but I will explain everything to you very clearly . ", Do you need anything from me ? Do you need anything from me ? ," All the papers have been drawn up , but I will need to see your picture ID so we can notarize these papers . " " All the papers have been drawn up , but I will need to see your picture ID so we can notarize these papers . ", There are a lot of papers ! There are a lot of papers ! , We are going to go through these bit by bit . You will have plenty of time to read the fine print . We are going to go through these bit by bit . You will have plenty of time to read the fine print . , My dad is going to be here in a minute to help me go through this with you . My dad is going to be here in a minute to help me go through this with you . , We want you to get any outside help that you need . Do not ever sign documents that you don ’ t understand . We want you to get any outside help that you need . Do not ever sign documents that you don ’ t understand . , Can I start moving in after I finish signing these documents ? Can I start moving in after I finish signing these documents ? ," When these papers get processed , the house will be yours ! " Ugh . Another advertisement . They ’ Ve added two hours of advertisements to a two hours movie . , Yeah . We ’ re never going to get to the end of this one . Yeah . We ’ re never going to get to the end of this one . , Why are we watching it anyway ? Why are we watching it anyway ? ," Well , it does have a lot of girls in it . " " Well , it does have a lot of girls in it . ", True . True . True . True . , Do you think Bruce Willis just drank a Coke for his health ? Do you think Bruce Willis just drank a Coke for his health ? , Really ? Did Coke pay him for that ? Really ? Did Coke pay him for that ? , Of course . Of course . , You want something to drink ? You want something to drink ? ," Yeah , Got a Coke ? " " Yeah , Got a Coke ? ", Sure . Sure . ," Hurry , the movie is coming back on . " How should I dress for the party ? , Dress casually . "Good morning , may I help you ? ", We'd like to take a tour to Florence . We'd like to take a tour to Florence . , That's a beautiful city . When do you want to go there ? That's a beautiful city . When do you want to go there ? , We have got a 2 weeks ' vocation and we plan to leave on Thursday . We have got a 2 weeks ' vocation and we plan to leave on Thursday . ," Then please have a look at the table , there are so many plans . " "What's wrong , Bob ? ", I was wondering if you could company me to the Ball ? I was wondering if you could company me to the Ball ? ," Of course , I will . " " Of course , I will . ", That's great . I'll pick you up at eight . Hello . Can I help you ? , Hello . Is my laundry ready ? My room number is 210 . Hello . Is my laundry ready ? My room number is 210 . , I'm afraid it is still being washed . I'm afraid it is still being washed . , Can you take the stain off ? Can you take the stain off ? ," Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment . " " Yes , we can . But you need wait a moment . ", That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight . That's right . Can I get it back in the afternoon ? I really need them tonight . ," Yes , it will be ready then . " " Yes , it will be ready then . "," OK . By the way , please get them pressed . " " OK . By the way , please get them pressed . ", No problem . How do you arrange this summer vacation ? , I want to travel . I want to travel . , Where would you like to go ? Where would you like to go ? , The seaside . The seaside . , That's really a good idea . Taking a walk on the beach and lying in the sun are pretty good . I recommend you Qingdao or Dalian . That's really a good idea . Taking a walk on the beach and lying in the sun are pretty good . I recommend you Qingdao or Dalian . ," I ’ Ve been to Qingdao before , so I ’ ll choose Dalian . I've heard that the environment there is very good . " " I ’ Ve been to Qingdao before , so I ’ ll choose Dalian . I've heard that the environment there is very good . "," Yes , that's a good place to spend a holiday . Last year I went there . It's really . " " Yes , that's a good place to spend a holiday . Last year I went there . It's really . ", Thank you ! let's go out for a walk . , I don't really feel like a walk . I don't really feel like a walk . ," Well , shall we go to the cinema ? " " Well , shall we go to the cinema ? ", All right.That sounds more interesting . "Merry Christmas , Lily . "," The same to you , Joey . " " The same to you , Joey . ", This is your first Christmas in the US . Here is the gift for you . This is your first Christmas in the US . Here is the gift for you . ," It's very thoughtful of you . Wow , it is so beautiful . Could you tell me how American people celebrate Christmas ? " " It's very thoughtful of you . Wow , it is so beautiful . Could you tell me how American people celebrate Christmas ? "," Ok . People decorate their houses , place a Christmas tree in the room and maybe sing a Christmas carol together . " How would you like your hair cut ? , I want it short . I want it short . ," Then , I'll just trim it . " " Then , I'll just trim it . ", It will do . Are you busy next Saturday ? ," No , why ? " " No , why ? "," I need to get a costume for a fancy dress party , and I reply don't know what to get . Will you come shopping with me ? " " I need to get a costume for a fancy dress party , and I reply don't know what to get . Will you come shopping with me ? ", Sure I like shopping . Who is organizing the party ? Sure I like shopping . Who is organizing the party ? , One of the girls in my office . One of the girls in my office . , What's the occasion ? What's the occasion ? , There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme . There is no specie occasion . She just likes to organize parties from time to time . This time it is a country theme . ," That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie . " " That's easy , how about a cowgirl ? Oh I know even better , a Canadian Mountie . ", Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ? Well where am I going to get that sort of costume ? , Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it . Leave it to me . I know exactly where to find it . , Oh good . Oh good . ," Excellent , come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center , the one around the corner from my house . They have just the shop we need . " "We'll get a big bonus this year , won't we ? ", Don't count on it . "Welcome , what would you like to order ? ", I would like to get a double cheeseburger . I would like to get a double cheeseburger . , Would you like everything on it ? Would you like everything on it ? ," I would like everything on it , thank you . " " I would like everything on it , thank you . ", Do you want any fries ? Do you want any fries ? , Let me get some large curly fries . Let me get some large curly fries . , Can I get you anything to drink ? Can I get you anything to drink ? ," Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ? " " Sure , how about a medium Pepsi ? ", Is that everything ? Is that everything ? , That'll be all . Thanks . That'll be all . Thanks . ," You're welcome , and your total is $ 5.48 . " " You're welcome , and your total is $ 5.48 . ", Thank you . Here you go . Are you all right ? , I will be all right soon . I was terrified when I watched them fall from the wire . I will be all right soon . I was terrified when I watched them fall from the wire . , Don't worry.He is an acrobat 。 Don't worry.He is an acrobat 。 , I see . Let's begin by having you tell me about yourself and your background . ," I have been working as a paralegal for the last 10 months through an agency that specializes in the legal field . My experience has been supporting attorneys in the field of labor law , where I have been able to apply my paralegal education . I was commended on my ability to take information and break it down into usable facts . I really love research and analyzing facts . My major in college was English , and as a result , my writing skills are my major strength . I am looking for a position where my research and writing skills can be used . " " I have been working as a paralegal for the last 10 months through an agency that specializes in the legal field . My experience has been supporting attorneys in the field of labor law , where I have been able to apply my paralegal education . I was commended on my ability to take information and break it down into usable facts . I really love research and analyzing facts . My major in college was English , and as a result , my writing skills are my major strength . I am looking for a position where my research and writing skills can be used . ", What do you think are the key qualities needed to succeed in the paralegal profession ? What do you think are the key qualities needed to succeed in the paralegal profession ? ," Flexibility would certainly rank high in this type of job . In my last position , I supported four lawyers , and it was not unusual for them all to give me high-priority items to do in the same day or week . There were days when I had to stop and prioritize my work just to get a handle on everything . I would discuss the urgency of their work with each of them so I didn't drop the ball . At the same time , I made sure each of them felt like his or her project was important on my agenda . I think communication is probably the next key quality . It really worked well when I talked with each of them , explained my situation , and got their input . " " Flexibility would certainly rank high in this type of job . In my last position , I supported four lawyers , and it was not unusual for them all to give me high-priority items to do in the same day or week . There were days when I had to stop and prioritize my work just to get a handle on everything . I would discuss the urgency of their work with each of them so I didn't drop the ball . At the same time , I made sure each of them felt like his or her project was important on my agenda . I think communication is probably the next key quality . It really worked well when I talked with each of them , explained my situation , and got their input . ", Can you give me an example of a time when you had to work above and beyond your job description ? Can you give me an example of a time when you had to work above and beyond your job description ? ," There was a very important project that had to be researched and completed by the end of the week . Even though I worked extra hours every night for almost two weeks , my boss and I stayed until 2 a . m . for two nights before the final wrap up . It was very rewarding to have put so much effort into a project and see the really great results . My boss gave me a bonus for my extra effort . " " There was a very important project that had to be researched and completed by the end of the week . Even though I worked extra hours every night for almost two weeks , my boss and I stayed until 2 a . m . for two nights before the final wrap up . It was very rewarding to have put so much effort into a project and see the really great results . My boss gave me a bonus for my extra effort . ", Tell me about a time when you had to research a case and encountered some obstacles you had to overcome . Tell me about a time when you had to research a case and encountered some obstacles you had to overcome . ," I remember a case that was filled with obstacles . The first thing I did was research through documents and past cases that had similar circumstances . I assembled the facts and then tried to put them together and analyze the next step . I was able to get some input from another lawyer I happened to see at lunch . Through some hard work and fact digging , I was able to find a way to overcome most of the obstacles . I took my findings to my boss and made some recommendations , which she and I discussed and eventually resolved.My boss was impressed with the work I had done . " " I remember a case that was filled with obstacles . The first thing I did was research through documents and past cases that had similar circumstances . I assembled the facts and then tried to put them together and analyze the next step . I was able to get some input from another lawyer I happened to see at lunch . Through some hard work and fact digging , I was able to find a way to overcome most of the obstacles . I took my findings to my boss and made some recommendations , which she and I discussed and eventually resolved.My boss was impressed with the work I had done . ", What are your strengths and weaknesses ? What are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," My strengths are my caring about getting the job done . I am very results-driven and have been able to meet all my deadlines in past jobs . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But I am aware of my tendency to overwork and have learned to pace myself more . " " My strengths are my caring about getting the job done . I am very results-driven and have been able to meet all my deadlines in past jobs . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But I am aware of my tendency to overwork and have learned to pace myself more . ", Tell me about a time when you had a confrontation with a coworker or boss . Tell me about a time when you had a confrontation with a coworker or boss . ," I did have an issue with someone who was getting on my nerves . I asked her if I could talk with her one day , and we had a good discussion . It turned out she was not aware of the impact of her actions and that she really needed an explanation of the procedure . I took the time to explain the procedures , and there haven't been any problems since that day . " " I did have an issue with someone who was getting on my nerves . I asked her if I could talk with her one day , and we had a good discussion . It turned out she was not aware of the impact of her actions and that she really needed an explanation of the procedure . I took the time to explain the procedures , and there haven't been any problems since that day . ", When do you find a job satisfying ? When do you find a job satisfying ? ," My biggest satisfaction is when I experience growth in a job . When I first started as a paralegal , I had a lot to learn . But through hard work , advice from some good mentors and continuing education , I have come a long way . I've learned to be flexible when possible and to deal with difficult people in a positive manner . " " My biggest satisfaction is when I experience growth in a job . When I first started as a paralegal , I had a lot to learn . But through hard work , advice from some good mentors and continuing education , I have come a long way . I've learned to be flexible when possible and to deal with difficult people in a positive manner . ", How would your coworkers describe you ? How would your coworkers describe you ? ," First , they'll say I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm . I really enjoy working with people . Secondly , they'll say I had great customer service skills . I put the customer first . And thirdly , they'll say that I know the law . I put a lot of effort into my education as a paralegal and take it seriously . " " First , they'll say I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm . I really enjoy working with people . Secondly , they'll say I had great customer service skills . I put the customer first . And thirdly , they'll say that I know the law . I put a lot of effort into my education as a paralegal and take it seriously . ", Do you have any questions ? Do you have any questions ? ," Yes , I do . On a scale of one to 10 , what would you say morale was in this company ? " Why are you going out with Andy ? , Because I like him . Because I like him . ," Me , too . I think he ’ s really a shoulder to cry on . " Let's start the interview with some questions . Tell me about yourself and your past experience . ," I have 10 years financial industry experience , working for several companies . For the past two years , I have been working in an investment banking . In addition to my analytical mindset , I have a background of solid accounting principles . I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills . I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments . " " I have 10 years financial industry experience , working for several companies . For the past two years , I have been working in an investment banking . In addition to my analytical mindset , I have a background of solid accounting principles . I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills . I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments . ", What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ? What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position ? ," My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry . Most of my experience has been behind the scenes , doing the calculations . I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged . " " My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry . Most of my experience has been behind the scenes , doing the calculations . I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged . ", Why did you leave your last position ? Why did you leave your last position ? ," I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow . " " I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to . I want to find a job that is stimulating , where I can grow . ", What are your strengths and weaknesses ? What are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime . " " One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible . I've seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy . I've had to adjust my style to the new environment several times . As far as weaknesses , I really enjoy my work , and sometimes I put in too much time . But by being aware of my tendency to overwork , I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime . ", How would your boss describe you and your work style ? How would your boss describe you and your work style ? ," She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted . " " She'd say I have a lot of initiative , I see the big picture and I do what has to be done . Second , I always meet deadlines . If I say I'm going to do something , I do it . Lastly , I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted . ", What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? , I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity . I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications . Salary is not the most important factor to me . I'm looking for opportunity . , Do you have any questions ? Do you have any questions ? ," Yes , I do . What do you see as the future trends for the industry ? " What's the weather like ? , I don't know . I just woke up . I don't know . I just woke up . , Why don't you look outside ? Why don't you look outside ? , Okay . It looks like rain . Okay . It looks like rain . , Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? , The sky is gray . The sky is gray . , Is it raining right now ? Is it raining right now ? , No . No . , How do you know ? How do you know ? , The street isn't wet . The street isn't wet . , I have to go shopping today . I have to go shopping today . , You'd better take an umbrella . "Hello , Ann ! Is that you ? "," Yes , it is . Hi , Tom ! It's a real surprise to see you here . " " Yes , it is . Hi , Tom ! It's a real surprise to see you here . ", It's been a long time ! What's new ? It's been a long time ! What's new ? , Nothing much . What about you ? Is everything going well ? Nothing much . What about you ? Is everything going well ? , Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii . Not bad I guess . I just got back from Hawaii . , How was it ? How was it ? , I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up . I had a good time . You seem to be in a hurry . Don't let me hold you up . ," Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour . " " Sorry , I've got a meeting in half an hour . "," Ok , I won't keep you then . " " Ok , I won't keep you then . ", Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye ! Great ! It's good to see you . Goodbye ! ," Yes , stay in touch . Bye ! " " Yes , stay in touch . Bye ! "," Give me your email , would you ? " " Give me your email , would you ? ", Sure ! It's txyb@gmail.com . "Good afternoon , anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I am after some sugar . " " Yes , I am after some sugar . "," Well , we have some nice sugar . " " Well , we have some nice sugar . "," Can you show me the way , please ? " " Can you show me the way , please ? "," Sure , follow me . " "Hey , Zina . You're here early today . "," Yeah , I'm going to be making phone calls all day . What a blast . " " Yeah , I'm going to be making phone calls all day . What a blast . ", I just wanted to say thanks for putting us on the map so fast . I appreciate it . I just wanted to say thanks for putting us on the map so fast . I appreciate it . ," Save it , Vince . After I put my first million in the bank , I'll say you're welcome . " " Save it , Vince . After I put my first million in the bank , I'll say you're welcome . ", Fair enough.Keep up the good work . "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I've been sitting here for a few minutes . I'm waiting for someone to put gas in my car . " " Yes , I've been sitting here for a few minutes . I'm waiting for someone to put gas in my car . "," I'm sorry , sir . But this is the self-service pump . " " I'm sorry , sir . But this is the self-service pump . ", Self-service ? Self-service ? , Yes . You must fill up the car yourself . Yes . You must fill up the car yourself . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , Yes . Are you traveling here ? Yes . Are you traveling here ? ," Yes , I'm from Taiwan . I never heard of a gas station where you fill up your own car . " " Yes , I'm from Taiwan . I never heard of a gas station where you fill up your own car . "," In America , most gas stations are like this . " " In America , most gas stations are like this . ", Do I really have to do it ? I don't know how . Do I really have to do it ? I don't know how . ," Well , since this is your first time , I will do it for you.But next time , if you want a full-service gas station , you should look at the sign . " " Well , since this is your first time , I will do it for you.But next time , if you want a full-service gas station , you should look at the sign . ", What sign ? What sign ? ," Under the sign for the gas station , there will be a smaller sign that says Self-Serve or Full-Service.And some gas stations have both.But if they have both , some pumps will be self-serve and some will be full-serve.You have to look at the signs . " " Under the sign for the gas station , there will be a smaller sign that says Self-Serve or Full-Service.And some gas stations have both.But if they have both , some pumps will be self-serve and some will be full-serve.You have to look at the signs . ", I see . Why don't you go out with Jack ? , He makes me sick . "Excuse me , but is this dress on sale ? ", The dress was on sale yesterday . The dress was on sale yesterday . , Are you sure ? I'd be happy to pay the sale price today . Are you sure ? I'd be happy to pay the sale price today . ," I'm so sorry , but rules are rules . " " I'm so sorry , but rules are rules . "," OK , I'll just check out a few other stores . " " OK , I'll just check out a few other stores . ", I'm sorry I couldn't help you . "Ladies and gentlemen , welcome to tonight's fashion show . ", We see you are all dressed to the nines . We see you are all dressed to the nines . ," How very appropriate , because tonight we have a most dazzling show for you ! " " How very appropriate , because tonight we have a most dazzling show for you ! "," Yes , this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style ! " " Yes , this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style ! ", Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai . Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai . , And others directly from New York . And others directly from New York . ," So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready . " " So , sit back and relax and get your order forms ready . ", Because you're going to love this show ! What sights are included on the tour ? Is the entire time spent in Paris ? ," All of the major sights are included . You'll visit the Louvre , the Eiffel Tower and all of the top museums . You'll also take a day trip out of Paris to Versailles . " " All of the major sights are included . You'll visit the Louvre , the Eiffel Tower and all of the top museums . You'll also take a day trip out of Paris to Versailles . ", Can you fax a copy of the tour itinerary to me ? Can you fax a copy of the tour itinerary to me ? , Of course . Just give me your fax number . Of course . Just give me your fax number . , It's 212-331-7600 . It's 212-331-7600 . , Okay . I'll fax the itinerary to you immediately . May I help you at all ? ," Yes , please . My son wants to go overseas , to England , to do his Master degree . I wondered if you offer any kind of loan that could assist him in doing so ? " " Yes , please . My son wants to go overseas , to England , to do his Master degree . I wondered if you offer any kind of loan that could assist him in doing so ? ", We certainly do . I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad . We offer this to anyone who will study outside this country . We certainly do . I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad . We offer this to anyone who will study outside this country . , I see . What does it entail ? I'm not sure if we will be eligible . I see . What does it entail ? I'm not sure if we will be eligible . , This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items . This loan is specially provided for people who are studying overseas to pay for their tuition fee and other sundry items . ," So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ? " " So , we could use it to pay for my son's living expenses , not just his tuition ? "," That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see . " " That's right . The sundries could include accommodation , text books and so on . The guidelines are not so strict , you see . ", That is good to know . Just think ! We've been worrying about this for weeks and just a short visit here and my mind is at ease . Thank you . What are you thinking ? , I ’ m thinking about where we shall spend our vocation . I ’ m thinking about where we shall spend our vocation . , It ’ s about 7 o ’ clock . let ’ s have our breakfast first . It ’ s about 7 o ’ clock . let ’ s have our breakfast first . ," Ok , dear.We will be late . " " Ok , dear.We will be late . ", What do you want ? What do you want ? , A ham salad sandwich . A ham salad sandwich . ," Sorry , I didn ’ t prepare this . " " Sorry , I didn ’ t prepare this . "," Then , I ’ d like some eggs and bread for breakfast instead . " " Then , I ’ d like some eggs and bread for breakfast instead . "," Ok , I ’ ll have it sent to you immediately . " Harry is so down that he won't talk to anyone . , I know only too well what that's like . I know only too well what that's like . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I was very sad when I was laid off last year . have you ever been in an earthquake ? ," yes , I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once . The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over . " " yes , I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once . The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over . ", do you know where it measured on the Richter scale ? do you know where it measured on the Richter scale ? ," I don't remember , but it wasn't very serious . Have you ever been in an earthquake ? " " I don't remember , but it wasn't very serious . Have you ever been in an earthquake ? "," no , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger . " " no , but I was in quite a few tornados when I was younger . ", where are you from ? where are you from ? , I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes . I'm from the plains of the Midwest . It's a prime location for tornadoes . , did your house ever get damaged from the winds ? did your house ever get damaged from the winds ? ," most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room . " " most of the time we were lucky , but once a tree from our front yard was ripped out by its roots and ended up in our living room . "," wow , that must have really been scary . " " wow , that must have really been scary . "," actually , some of my fondest memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass . " " actually , some of my fondest memories of my childhood were of spending time with my family in the basement waiting for the tornados to pass . ", have you ever experiences a flood ? have you ever experiences a flood ? ," no , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car ! " " no , but my father's car was destroyed in a flood once . It actually happened the day after he bought the car ! ", that sure didn't last long ! How do I know if I qualify for unemployment benefits ? , Are you working fewer hours than you used to work ? Are you working fewer hours than you used to work ? , I got laid off . I got laid off . , You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours . You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours . , Do all jobs provide unemployment ? Do all jobs provide unemployment ? ," Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ’ t . " " Most jobs provide unemployment , but some don ’ t . ", Do you think that my job pays unemployment ? Do you think that my job pays unemployment ? ," You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you . " " You can call your unemployment office , and they can check for you . ", Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ? Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment ? , There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned . They will let you know when you file your claim . Have you been feeling OK lately ? , My coach wants you to check my blood pressure . My coach wants you to check my blood pressure . , Has anyone ever told you that you had high blood pressure ? Has anyone ever told you that you had high blood pressure ? , I don ’ t have any symptoms of high blood pressure . I don ’ t have any symptoms of high blood pressure . ," People with high blood pressure seldom know they have it , which is why we call it the silent killer . " " People with high blood pressure seldom know they have it , which is why we call it the silent killer . ", What test do you do for high blood pressure ? What test do you do for high blood pressure ? , We will pump air into this cuff to get a reading . We will pump air into this cuff to get a reading . ," When you get the reading , what information does it give you ? " " When you get the reading , what information does it give you ? ", It tells me how hard your heart pumps blood and how much your arteries relax at rest . It tells me how hard your heart pumps blood and how much your arteries relax at rest . , I am hoping that this test goes well for me . I swear I will never shop at a street market in China . It's a terrible place full of excellent profiteers ! You have to keep an eye whenever it comes to paying for something . ," cool down , Harry ! What are you really mad about ? Did you get ripped off ? " " cool down , Harry ! What are you really mad about ? Did you get ripped off ? "," yes . Last Sunday I went to a nearby market . It was on open-air fair . I chanced upon this bag and bought it on the spot , without even trying to strike a bargain . I paid one hundred and twenty . And just " " yes . Last Sunday I went to a nearby market . It was on open-air fair . I chanced upon this bag and bought it on the spot , without even trying to strike a bargain . I paid one hundred and twenty . And just ", is that so ? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you . Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals . It's the norm of free trade . The seller sets is that so ? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you . Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals . It's the norm of free trade . The seller sets , but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ? but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin ? ," of course , that's something really irritation . And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff . I recommend you to consult the price tags in the superb " Here is an invitation for you . ," Oh , thank you . What is the occasion ? " " Oh , thank you . What is the occasion ? ", Tomorrow is the tooth anniversary of our company . Our general manager invites you to a dinner party . Do you think you can manage it ? Tomorrow is the tooth anniversary of our company . Our general manager invites you to a dinner party . Do you think you can manage it ? ," Oh , yes , I'd very much like to go . " " Oh , yes , I'd very much like to go . ", That is great . Dinner starts at 6 That is great . Dinner starts at 6 , I'll be there in time . I'll be there in time . , All right . Bye . All right . Bye . , Bye . How do you like Chinese food ? , It's my favorite . It's my favorite . , What other kind of food do you like ? What other kind of food do you like ? , I like Indian food as well . I just finished reading this article ' Getting Old Gracefully ' . It's a very good article . , What does it say ? What does it say ? , A lot of things . There is a part about how old people should accept being old and stop feeling restless . You really should read it . A lot of things . There is a part about how old people should accept being old and stop feeling restless . You really should read it . , Thank you . But I don't think I'll bother . Thank you . But I don't think I'll bother . ," Why not ? What this article says makes good sense to me . If you read it , I'm sure you'll agree with me . " " Why not ? What this article says makes good sense to me . If you read it , I'm sure you'll agree with me . "," I don't think I'll have any trouble with getting old . But perhaps you can keep the article for a while , I may read it later . " I should tell you that I'm checking out in about 30 minutes . ," I'm ready when you are , sir . " " I'm ready when you are , sir . "," Very good ! Now , it's still morning here in New York . " " Very good ! Now , it's still morning here in New York . "," You are so right , sir . The clock just struck nine . " " You are so right , sir . The clock just struck nine . ", I'm going to spend some time exploring the city . What can I do with my luggage ? I'm going to spend some time exploring the city . What can I do with my luggage ? ," Sir , right here we have a storage site . Its only $ 5 an hour , but you need to leave a deposit . " " Sir , right here we have a storage site . Its only $ 5 an hour , but you need to leave a deposit . ", A deposit ? Isn't my luggage a deposit ? A deposit ? Isn't my luggage a deposit ? ," I'm sorry , sir , but it isn't . Your MasterCard or VISA will take care of things nicely . " " I'm sorry , sir , but it isn't . Your MasterCard or VISA will take care of things nicely . ", Okay . Let me think about this . Okay . Let me think about this . ," Okay , sir . But don't take too long . You only have 30 minutes . " "Do you object to drinking black tea , Mr.Zhang ? "," Yes , that is why I never drink it . " " Yes , that is why I never drink it . "," Do you drink green tea , then ? " " Do you drink green tea , then ? "," Very seldom , because tea has tannin which may be harmful to one's health . " " Very seldom , because tea has tannin which may be harmful to one's health . "," But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good . " " But if the tea is good and well prepared , it will do much good . ", What good is it for ? What good is it for ? ," Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired . " " Not only can it appease one's thirst , but it can also refresh one when tired . "," That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long . " " That's true , but it must not be allowed to stand long . ", Why is it so ? Why is it so ? ," Because if you drink a kind of tea which has been prepared for some time before , it will do you harm . " "Jane , the meeting is scheduled from 1:00 this afternoon . Have you made the necessary arrangements ? "," Yes , Mr . Miller . We'll use the conference room on the third floor for the meeting . " " Yes , Mr . Miller . We'll use the conference room on the third floor for the meeting . ", That's right . The meeting is very important . Where shall the guests be received before the meeting begins ? That's right . The meeting is very important . Where shall the guests be received before the meeting begins ? , In the dining room . It's spacious there . In the dining room . It's spacious there . , We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting . We'll have several foreign guests to attend the meeting . , I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English . I've arranged for an interpreter to be present . But it is said these foreigners could speak English . ," Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ? " " Really ? I'll also try to speak slowly . How would you arrange the guests ' seats , Jane ? "," We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ? " " We've prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for guests to sit by . What time would you like refreshments served , Mr . Miller ? "," Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments . " " Well , after my report , there will be an interval for rest and refreshments . "," All right , I see . " This little wooden stick is called a tee . , What do you do with it ? What do you do with it ? ," For the first drive , put the golf ball on the tee , and push the tee into the ground . " " For the first drive , put the golf ball on the tee , and push the tee into the ground . ", Okay . Okay . ," Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers . " " Pick up a wood and hold it like this , interlocking your fingers . ", OK . OK . ," Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can . " " Position yourself , swinging the club , watch the ball and hit it as hard as you can . ", Hey ! Hey ! , Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible . Not too bad . The goal is to get the ball into the hole with as few hits as possible . , Got it . Is the factory fully-automated ? , Not completely . Our production process is partially-automated . We use robots on the production line for routine assembly jobs but some of the work is still done manually . Not completely . Our production process is partially-automated . We use robots on the production line for routine assembly jobs but some of the work is still done manually . , What about supply of parts to the production line ? What about supply of parts to the production line ? ," Well , the parts are automatically selected from the store room using a bar-code system . And there is an automatic feeder which takes them to the conveyor belt at the start of the production line . " " Well , the parts are automatically selected from the store room using a bar-code system . And there is an automatic feeder which takes them to the conveyor belt at the start of the production line . ", What about the smaller components ? What about the smaller components ? , They're transported to the workstations on automated vehicles - robot trucks - which run on guide rails around the factory . "if you can choose , will you marry a foreigner or a Chinese ? ", why ? Did tom pop the question ? why ? Did tom pop the question ? , not yet . But I wonder if I can get my parents ’ consent . not yet . But I wonder if I can get my parents ’ consent . ," let me guess , your parents want you to marry a Chinese man , right ? " " let me guess , your parents want you to marry a Chinese man , right ? ", you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ’ m between a rock and a hard place . you are right . It is giving me a real headache . I feel like I ’ m between a rock and a hard place . , I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex . I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex . ," oh , how did you deal with it ? " " oh , how did you deal with it ? ", I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up . I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend . But finally we broke up . ," oh , it ’ s a pity . What was the matter ? " " oh , it ’ s a pity . What was the matter ? ", simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences . simple . We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences . , like what ? like what ? , he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family . he hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family . ," Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first . " " Oh , I see . In their culture women should put family first . "," yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working . " " yes , he said it would be batter for me and for the whole family . But I simply can not quit working . ", so that's why it ’ s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner . so that's why it ’ s hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner . , not really . There are many successful mixed marriage around us . What is the movie you saw last night ? ," It is a new film , ' Transformer ' . " " It is a new film , ' Transformer ' . ", How do you like it ? How do you like it ? ," I expected too high from that movie , but I was a bit disappointed about it . " " I expected too high from that movie , but I was a bit disappointed about it . ", But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week . But I heard the box office rose up to 15 million in the first week . , Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty . Box office can't explain everything . I do not think it is cheerful or well-made . The plot is old and the female character is not pretty . ," My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie . " " My sister has given me two tickets for tonight . It is called ' The life of Rose ' , a French movie . ", What's it about ? What's it about ? , It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy . It tells the lifetime of a lady singer from a beggar in the street to a famous singer in the world . It is a kind of tragedy . , I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life . I prefer the tragedy . It is moving and makes me ponder about my life . , Let's go . The time is coming . Let's go . The time is coming . , We can buy the popcorn before entering the cinema . I was wondering if I could borrow the company van for a fundraiser this weekend . ," Sure , I think that would be possible . Where is the fundraiser ? " " Sure , I think that would be possible . Where is the fundraiser ? ", It is in the park downtown . It is in the park downtown . , Would you need it for both Saturday and Sunday ? Would you need it for both Saturday and Sunday ? , We will need it for Saturday only . We will need it for Saturday only . , I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ? I think that would be OK . Who will be driving it ? , Mary and I will be driving the van . Mary and I will be driving the van . , Could you drop it off on Sunday night ? Could you drop it off on Sunday night ? ," Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ? " " Yes , we can do that . Can we borrow the chairs from the lunchroom also ? "," Yes , that would be fine . Just make sure that everything is returned by Sunday night . " "On , darn . The grocery store is closed . "," Yeah , this one closes at ten . We could drive to the 24 - hour store on sixth . " " Yeah , this one closes at ten . We could drive to the 24 - hour store on sixth . ", Alright . We are out of everything . Alright . We are out of everything . , I wish the store close to us was open 24 - house a day . I wish the store close to us was open 24 - house a day . ," I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ’ s open when we get home . " " I know , our schedules are so weird . Sometimes , the little corner store is the only thing within walking distance that ’ s open when we get home . "," Yeah , and the prices there are very high . " " Yeah , and the prices there are very high . ", I know . Three dollars for milk . You should draw a picture of a fancy kingdom of animals in forty minutes . , All right . But how ? All right . But how ? ," Just imagine , if a horse can fly , if a bird can swim ... and things like that . " " Just imagine , if a horse can fly , if a bird can swim ... and things like that . ", I see . But could you give me another piece of paper ? I see . But could you give me another piece of paper ? ," OK . Here you are . Anybody who wants help , please come to me . " " OK . Here you are . Anybody who wants help , please come to me . "," Thank you so much , Mr Addison . " I heard that Kevin got divorced . Is that true ? ," Not so bad , but Kevin does have problems with his wife . " " Not so bad , but Kevin does have problems with his wife . ", What ? What ? , His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion . His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion . ," Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well . " " Poor Kevin , we should do something for him . He is a nice guy and does his job well . "," Yeah , I agree with you . But you know , it's just one of those things . " Oh . It looks like Jack is going to make his annual speech . , Couldn't he wait until we're finished eating ? Couldn't he wait until we're finished eating ? ," Yeah . I'm still hungry , but I guess it's kind of rude to keep eating while he's talking , huh ? " " Yeah . I'm still hungry , but I guess it's kind of rude to keep eating while he's talking , huh ? ", Can you even hear what he's saying ? Can you even hear what he's saying ? , No . He's so far away I can hardly see him ! Let's keep eating ! No . He's so far away I can hardly see him ! Let's keep eating ! , Can you turn the lazy Susan for me ? I want some more chicken . Can you turn the lazy Susan for me ? I want some more chicken . , All that's left is a leg . I gave the head to Tim ! Are you all right ? ," No , I'm not . " " No , I'm not . ", What's going on ? What's going on ? , I was just robbed ! I was just robbed ! , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , Someone just robbed me . Someone just robbed me . , Did he hurt you ? Did he hurt you ? ," He took all my things , but he didn't hurt me . " " He took all my things , but he didn't hurt me . ", I can't believe that . I can't believe that . , I need to make a statement at the police station . I need to make a statement at the police station . ," I'll take you , if you'd like . " " I'll take you , if you'd like . ", Thanks . "Are you being served , sir ? ", I'd like to buy a tapestry to decorate my new room . I'd like to buy a tapestry to decorate my new room . , Artistic tapestry is the highest expression form of the rug weaving art . How about these ones ? Artistic tapestry is the highest expression form of the rug weaving art . How about these ones ? , These are beautiful ! Is this the marvelous landscape in Guiling ? These are beautiful ! Is this the marvelous landscape in Guiling ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", How fine the needlework is ! What's the price ? How fine the needlework is ! What's the price ? , Ninety dollars . Ninety dollars . , It's too expensive . It's too expensive . , But considering the fine craftsmanship it is worth much more . But considering the fine craftsmanship it is worth much more . , You're right . Would you please show me some embroidery ? I also want to buy some embroidered tablecloths to match the tapestry . You're right . Would you please show me some embroidery ? I also want to buy some embroidered tablecloths to match the tapestry . ," Please wait a minute , sir . " "Hi , I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won ’ t be working till tomorrow . A technician has just come and checked it . He will bring me a new one tomorrow . It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing . Can I use the one in your office ? ", Of course you can . I am sure this one works very well . I just sent dozens of pages . How many pages are you sending ? Are you familiar with my fax machine ? Of course you can . I am sure this one works very well . I just sent dozens of pages . How many pages are you sending ? Are you familiar with my fax machine ? ," Yes , I think you have the same model as I have . Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol ? " " Yes , I think you have the same model as I have . Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol ? "," Yes , it will print immediately . " What do you think we need to do to get our new branch office running well ? ," First , I'd make sure that we have a good , local , corporate lawyer . He or she will know all the local laws and regulations . " " First , I'd make sure that we have a good , local , corporate lawyer . He or she will know all the local laws and regulations . ", That ’ s very important . A friend recommended a good law firm to me . We ’ ll need someone to hire staff . That ’ s very important . A friend recommended a good law firm to me . We ’ ll need someone to hire staff . ," I think that we should send one of our HR people to do that . I don ’ t think we should use an agency , because they won ’ t be familiar with the type of people we employ . Have we decide on the location of " " I think that we should send one of our HR people to do that . I don ’ t think we should use an agency , because they won ’ t be familiar with the type of people we employ . Have we decide on the location of "," Yes . We have . We chose the location in the northeast of the city , not too far from the airport and on the edge of the CBD . " " Yes . We have . We chose the location in the northeast of the city , not too far from the airport and on the edge of the CBD . ", Why didn ’ t we choose an office in the CBD ? Why didn ’ t we choose an office in the CBD ? , The offices there were too expensive . Have we negotiated any contracts yet ? The offices there were too expensive . Have we negotiated any contracts yet ? , Yes . We ’ Ve signed two contracts with companies that we already do work for in other countries . We hope to sign another three this month . Yes . We ’ Ve signed two contracts with companies that we already do work for in other countries . We hope to sign another three this month . , When will the branch office open ? When will the branch office open ? , Hopefully next month . Everything is a little rushed . We should be able to set up our branch office and expand our business quickly . Hopefully next month . Everything is a little rushed . We should be able to set up our branch office and expand our business quickly . , Has and advertising campaign been prepared ? Has and advertising campaign been prepared ? ," Yes , it has . We ’ re going to target the business community through business magazines . " " Yes , it has . We ’ re going to target the business community through business magazines . ", I made plenty of business contract on my last visit and through the embassy . We should be able to get plenty of customers . "Excuse me , Is there a hotel nearby ? ", The nearest one is about ten minutes ' walk from here . The nearest one is about ten minutes ' walk from here . , how can I get there ? how can I get there ? , just walk down this road and you'll find it . it's on the right side . "Hello , could you tell me my test results ? ", Your results are posted on the website . Just put in your password and you can see the exact numbers . Your results are posted on the website . Just put in your password and you can see the exact numbers . , Are you saying that all my results were normal ? Are you saying that all my results were normal ? , We always contact you by phone to come in if there is a need for follow-up . We always contact you by phone to come in if there is a need for follow-up . , How will I know what the results mean on the website ? How will I know what the results mean on the website ? , The purpose of each test is given on the site . The purpose of each test is given on the site . , Will the numbers mean anything to me ? Will the numbers mean anything to me ? , The website will give you your results and then tell you what the normal range is . The website will give you your results and then tell you what the normal range is . , Can I see all of my test results at once ? Can I see all of my test results at once ? ," Yes , you can see every test for the past five years . You can compare them . " Have you a full-day trip ? ," Yes , of course . There are various forms of travel . " " Yes , of course . There are various forms of travel . ", Do I have to book the tour right now ? Do I have to book the tour right now ? , There is no need . We have the tour everyday . Is there a vacant table for 2 right now ? ," I am sorry , sir . All the tables have been booked . " " I am sorry , sir . All the tables have been booked . ", what a pity . what a pity . , Would you mind waiting in the lounge for 10 minutes ? I am sure I can arrange you a table then . Would you mind waiting in the lounge for 10 minutes ? I am sure I can arrange you a table then . , OK . "My word , you do look ill ! ", I'm quite out of thoughts recently . I'm quite out of thoughts recently . ," You seem to have something on mind . Promise me , go to see the doctor right now . " " You seem to have something on mind . Promise me , go to see the doctor right now . ", I'm worrying about my exam . I'm worrying about my exam . , A piece of cake . You'll be successful . This is a very beautiful statue . What's it called ? , It's called ' Endless Love ' . It was a gift from a sister city in Australia for the 100th anniversary of the city . It's called ' Endless Love ' . It was a gift from a sister city in Australia for the 100th anniversary of the city . , 100th anniversary ? When was that ? 100th anniversary ? When was that ? , Just two months ago . There were very big celebrations and there was a spectacular fireworks display . I took part in the great parade myself . Just two months ago . There were very big celebrations and there was a spectacular fireworks display . I took part in the great parade myself . , Sounds real good . It's a pity that I missed that . Sounds real good . It's a pity that I missed that . , Yes . We all loved the celebration of our city's birthday . It made the people feel so proud of our city . I've been told you might have a vacant room . ," Yes , I have a spare room . " " Yes , I have a spare room . "," Would it be okey to look at the room , now ? " " Would it be okey to look at the room , now ? ", Would you come here in twenty minutes ? We're right in the middle of dinner . Would you come here in twenty minutes ? We're right in the middle of dinner . , This apartment looks nice . This apartment looks nice . ," Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient . " " Yes , it has two bedrooms . That's convenient . ", How much is the rents ? How much is the rents ? ," 2,500 yuan a month . " " 2,500 yuan a month . "," This apartment is nice , but I'd like to find a cheaper one . " "Good afternoon , sir . May I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries . " " Yes , I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries . ", Would you like anything to drink with that ? Would you like anything to drink with that ? ," Yes , a medium Coke . " " Yes , a medium Coke . ", Will that be all ? Will that be all ? , Yes . Yes . , For here or to go ? For here or to go ? ," To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . ) " " To go , please . ( The attendant hands the customer his order . ) "," That'll be $ 4.25 ... ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill . ) ... out of five . Here is your change , sir . Have a nice day . " Good afternoon ! Where to ? , Tian'anmen Square . Tian'anmen Square . , You are going to Tian'anmen Square . No problem . You are going to Tian'anmen Square . No problem . , How long will it take ? We are in a great hurry . How long will it take ? We are in a great hurry . ," Around 20 minutes , but it all depends on the traffic . " " Around 20 minutes , but it all depends on the traffic . ", Hope there is no traffic jam . Hope there is no traffic jam . ," By this time , it's better . The rush hour is over . " " By this time , it's better . The rush hour is over . ", Could you drop us off on that corner ? Could you drop us off on that corner ? , Sure thing . Here we are . Sure thing . Here we are . , How much do we owe you ? How much do we owe you ? , Eight yuan twenty cents . Eight yuan twenty cents . ," Here is ten yuan . Keep the change , please . " " Here is ten yuan . Keep the change , please . ", Thank you . Have a nice day . Thank you . Have a nice day . , Thanks and you too . I didn't expect to see you at this hour . You must have goofed off again . ," Goofed off ? Maybe , but I'm not a clock-watcher . I finished doing what I should do and then knock off an hour earlier . " " Goofed off ? Maybe , but I'm not a clock-watcher . I finished doing what I should do and then knock off an hour earlier . ", You'll be sorry if the boss finds it out . He may probably give you the bag . You'll be sorry if the boss finds it out . He may probably give you the bag . , I'm sure of what I'm doing . Farmer's Pet Store . , Can you please tell me where you are located ? Can you please tell me where you are located ? ," Sure , we are off Singing Road , close to the bank . " " Sure , we are off Singing Road , close to the bank . "," Thank you , I know where that is . " "Thank you for calling ABC Company , may I help you ? ", I ’ m Liu Yi . I ’ d like to speak to Mr . Smith . I ’ m Liu Yi . I ’ d like to speak to Mr . Smith . ," Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and James Smith , which one would you like to speak to ? " " Sorry , we have two Smiths , Robert Smith and James Smith , which one would you like to speak to ? ", I ’ d like to speak with Mr . Robert Smith . I ’ d like to speak with Mr . Robert Smith . , He is on the line . "Good morning , Mr . Smith . "," Good morning , Jamie . What time is it now ? " " Good morning , Jamie . What time is it now ? ", It is 9 o'clock now . It is 9 o'clock now . , I see . What is today's schedule ? I see . What is today's schedule ? ," You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel . " " You have two meetings today . One is at 10 am , and the other is at 2 pm . After the meeting , you will have dinner with Mr . Brown at the Chinese restaurant in Sister Hotel . ", OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts . OK . Can you prepare things for the meeting in the meeting room ? Make enough copies of the handouts . , No problem . Do you need the OHP ? No problem . Do you need the OHP ? , Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ? Yes . I am going to show them some slides in the meeting . Can you call Mr . Brown to remind him of the dinner this evening ? , OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ? OK . Do you want to ask the receptionist to wait for our customers at the receptionist counter before the meeting ? , That would be great ! You are really a good employee . "Hello , this is Lucy from ABC Company . Is this Monica ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon . Please come on time . I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon . Please come on time . ," Ok , thank you . By the way , could you please tell me how I can get there from A community ? " " Ok , thank you . By the way , could you please tell me how I can get there from A community ? "," Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total . " " Oh , you can take the subway , get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes . You will find a building . It will take about 40 minutes in total . ", I got it . Thank you so much . I got it . Thank you so much . , You ’ re welcome . Taxi ! , Where to ? Where to ? , Beijing International Airport . Would you please help me with my baggage ? Beijing International Airport . Would you please help me with my baggage ? , Certainly . Let's put the suitcase in the boot . Certainly . Let's put the suitcase in the boot . , Thank you . I've got just 50 minutes to go . Can we manage ? Thank you . I've got just 50 minutes to go . Can we manage ? , Take it easy . We should be able to make it unless we get caught in a traffic jam . Take it easy . We should be able to make it unless we get caught in a traffic jam . , I can't afford to miss my 9:40 flight . I can't afford to miss my 9:40 flight . , Don't worry . The traffic is smooth . You will be there in time for your flight . I have a problem . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , My mattress was supposed to be delivered today . My mattress was supposed to be delivered today . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? , The delivery people showed up four hours late . The delivery people showed up four hours late . , I apologize for their tardiness . I apologize for their tardiness . , I was late for work because of them . I was late for work because of them . ," Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience . " " Again , I do apologize for the inconvenience . ", I want my money back for the delivery . I want my money back for the delivery . ," Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem . " " Seeing as they were late , that won't be a problem . ", It shouldn't be a problem . It shouldn't be a problem . , I'm going to refund your money right now . Please fill out the form . ," All right . ... What's the date today , please ? " " All right . ... What's the date today , please ? ", It's August the thirteenth . "Johnny , you did badly on the test . I think you haven't been studying enough . Am I right ? "," Yes , Ms . Jones . " " Yes , Ms . Jones . "," Well , you'd better start studying harder if you want to pass this class . " "Manhattan Square , please . "," All right , sir.When are we supposed to be there ? " " All right , sir.When are we supposed to be there ? "," I'd like to go around the city , if you don't mind . " Hello ! I'm sorry to bother you . This is a complimentary fruit tray . Your food will be ready soon . , Wow ! It's a fruit sculpture ! Your chef is a real artist ! Wow ! It's a fruit sculpture ! Your chef is a real artist ! ," Actually , uh , I made it myself ... " " Actually , uh , I made it myself ... ", You did ? Wow ! Where did you learn ... ? You did ? Wow ! Where did you learn ... ? ," Sorry , but I've gotta run . Enjoy your food , and ring the service button if you need anything else ! " "Hello . Good morning , Stately Restaurant . May I help you ? "," I would like to book a table for seven thirty o'clock , please . " " I would like to book a table for seven thirty o'clock , please . "," Fine , sir . For how many people , please ? " " Fine , sir . For how many people , please ? ", For four people . We'd like a quiet table with a fine view of the river . For four people . We'd like a quiet table with a fine view of the river . ," OK . What name , please ? " " OK . What name , please ? ", This is Peter Kaufman . This is Peter Kaufman . ," Can you spell that , please ? " " Can you spell that , please ? "," Peter Kaufman , P-E-T-E-R ( Peter ) , K-A-U-F-M-A-N ( Kaufman ) . " " Peter Kaufman , P-E-T-E-R ( Peter ) , K-A-U-F-M-A-N ( Kaufman ) . "," Oh , thanks , Mr . Kaufman . We look forward to your visit . " " Oh , thanks , Mr . Kaufman . We look forward to your visit . ", Bye-bye . "Excuse me , sir . May I go with you to claim my luggage ? I am a stranger here . "," Sure , I have to go anyway . But the first place you need to go is immigration office . They ’ ll check your ticket , passport , visa and immunization record book . After that we can go to the baggage claim area . " " Sure , I have to go anyway . But the first place you need to go is immigration office . They ’ ll check your ticket , passport , visa and immunization record book . After that we can go to the baggage claim area . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," This is my luggage , but it's too heavy . I can't move it . Could you help me get it out of the conveyer belt ? " " This is my luggage , but it's too heavy . I can't move it . Could you help me get it out of the conveyer belt ? "," Certainly , it's a pleasure . " " Certainly , it's a pleasure . ", Where shall we go next ? Where shall we go next ? , Customs . Customs . , Ok . Ok . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . "," Would you like to open the suitcase , please ? " " Would you like to open the suitcase , please ? ", Sure . Sure . , What's in the box ? What's in the box ? , Chocolates . Chocolates . , Are they liqueur chocolates ? Are they liqueur chocolates ? ," No , they are peppermint chocolates . " " No , they are peppermint chocolates . ", How many cigarettes do you have ? How many cigarettes do you have ? , About a 100 and I have had them declared . About a 100 and I have had them declared . , Are you a visitor or a resident ? Are you a visitor or a resident ? , A visitor . A visitor . , Have a good time ! "Hello , this is Li Bo speaking . "," Hi , I am Liu Ming . I am calling to tell you that I have got the job . " " Hi , I am Liu Ming . I am calling to tell you that I have got the job . "," Oh , that is wonderful . Congratulations ! " " Oh , that is wonderful . Congratulations ! ", I really feel grateful to you for your reference . They have mentioned this in the job interview . I really feel grateful to you for your reference . They have mentioned this in the job interview . , Don't mention it . I think that is because you have right qualifications and nice personality . Don't mention it . I think that is because you have right qualifications and nice personality . , Thanks again . I will start on next Monday . I am sure I will have good performance . Thanks again . I will start on next Monday . I am sure I will have good performance . , I agree . Do you have the same style in white ? ," Sorry , miss . I'm afraid we don't have any on hand today . " " Sorry , miss . I'm afraid we don't have any on hand today . ", What a pity . Are you likely to be getting more in ? What a pity . Are you likely to be getting more in ? ," Yes , maybe you can come on Friday . " Do you love me ? , I ’ m very fond of you . I ’ m very fond of you . ," Yes , but do you love me ? " " Yes , but do you love me ? ", Why ? You mean a lot to me . Why ? You mean a lot to me . , Why didn ’ t you answer my question ? Why didn ’ t you answer my question ? , What question ? What question ? ," Do you love me ? Come on , I ’ m eager to hear . " " Do you love me ? Come on , I ’ m eager to hear . ", You know that I care for you . I---I ’ m proud of you . You know that I care for you . I---I ’ m proud of you . ," Don ’ t cherish your words , dear . " " Don ’ t cherish your words , dear . ", I---I don ’ t feel like saying it "Right . Just take off your jacket and shirt . And lie down on that bed over there ... That's right ... Now , just hold up your right arm , will you ? ... Does this hurt ? ", No . No . , And this ? And this ? , Yes . . . a bit . . . ouch ! Yes . . . a bit . . . ouch ! , And do you feel anything when I do this ? And do you feel anything when I do this ? ," Yes , that hurts quite a lot . " " Yes , that hurts quite a lot . "," And you don't feel any pain anywhere else ? In you legs , for example ? " " And you don't feel any pain anywhere else ? In you legs , for example ? "," NO , nothing . " " NO , nothing . "," Well , it's probably nothing serious.But I think we'd better have that shoulder X-rayed.We can't do the until the morning , though.So it'd be better if you stay in hospital for the night " "Hello , Sir . What can we do for you today ? ", Hello . I've been asked to come and see about something called L / C ? What is it exactly ? Hello . I've been asked to come and see about something called L / C ? What is it exactly ? ," L / C stands for ' letter of credit ' . This is necessary for trade between two countries . A Letter of Credit is quite literally that — a letter addressed by the buyer's bank to the seller's bank stating that they could vouch for their good customer , the buyer , and that they would pay the seller in case of the buyer's default . Nowadays , it's sometimes used for domestic trade too . " " L / C stands for ' letter of credit ' . This is necessary for trade between two countries . A Letter of Credit is quite literally that — a letter addressed by the buyer's bank to the seller's bank stating that they could vouch for their good customer , the buyer , and that they would pay the seller in case of the buyer's default . Nowadays , it's sometimes used for domestic trade too . ", So the other party could be across the world or just on the other side of the street ! What do you like for dessert ? , Do you have trifles ? Do you have trifles ? , Yes . Yes . , Please bring me some trifles and apple pies . Please bring me some trifles and apple pies . , OK . I will bring it for you . Hey . Owen ! Have you gone on your family vacation yet ? ," Oh , yes . I got so tired . My son began to cry the moment we got on the train . It was very embarrassing because we took the over-night train and the noise made it difficult for other people in the cabin to sleep . " " Oh , yes . I got so tired . My son began to cry the moment we got on the train . It was very embarrassing because we took the over-night train and the noise made it difficult for other people in the cabin to sleep . ", Didn't you bring his favorite toy ? Didn't you bring his favorite toy ? ," Yes , we did . Fortunately we put his Teddy Bear in the bag , and finally he fell asleep at mid-night with it in his arms . " " Yes , we did . Fortunately we put his Teddy Bear in the bag , and finally he fell asleep at mid-night with it in his arms . ", Where did you go ? You've got a beautiful tan . Where did you go ? You've got a beautiful tan . ," My wife didn't like to go to amusement parks , so we compromised and finally went to the seaside . I think vacation in summer is not good . " " My wife didn't like to go to amusement parks , so we compromised and finally went to the seaside . I think vacation in summer is not good . ", You must have had a great time . Most children love to play in the sand on the beach and go swimming . You must have had a great time . Most children love to play in the sand on the beach and go swimming . ," Yes , he was every excited to see the blue sea and picked up many seashells to give as gift for his classmates in kindergarten . " " Yes , he was every excited to see the blue sea and picked up many seashells to give as gift for his classmates in kindergarten . ", His friends will be very happy to get the little souvenir . His friends will be very happy to get the little souvenir . ," And I taught him how to swim in the sea . It was fun and made him braver than before . After we returned home , he wasn't afraid to sleep alone in his bedroom . " Your dog is really cute . What's his name ? , His name is Bingo . His name is Bingo . , What kind of dog is he ? What kind of dog is he ? , We're not sure because the neighbour gave him to us after they moved away . We're not sure because the neighbour gave him to us after they moved away . ," Well , he sure likes to run around a lot . Is he well behaved ? " " Well , he sure likes to run around a lot . Is he well behaved ? "," Oh yes , he is . When he was a puppy , he liked to chew my father's shoes , but he's okay now . " " Oh yes , he is . When he was a puppy , he liked to chew my father's shoes , but he's okay now . ", That sounds like my cat . She likes to scratch the couch with her claws . That sounds like my cat . She likes to scratch the couch with her claws . , I didn't know you had a cat . When did you get her ? I didn't know you had a cat . When did you get her ? , About a year ago actually . You've probably never seen her though . About a year ago actually . You've probably never seen her though . , Really ? Why is that ? Really ? Why is that ? , She's not a house-cat . She stays outside most of the time . She's not a house-cat . She stays outside most of the time . , Bingo could never do that . He stays in the house except when we take him to the park . I have to do some shopping . , What are you going to look for ? What are you going to look for ? , I'm trying to buy a new bedroom set . I'm trying to buy a new bedroom set . , What store are you going to ? What store are you going to ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , You don't know ? You don't know ? , I have no idea where to find one . I have no idea where to find one . , Would you like me to tell you where I got mine . Would you like me to tell you where I got mine . , I would appreciate that . I would appreciate that . , I went to get mine from IKEA . I went to get mine from IKEA . , Is the furniture at IKEA cheap ? Is the furniture at IKEA cheap ? ," They're not cheap , but neither is their furniture . " "Hi , Tony . You look unhappy . What's wrong ? "," Oh , Steven , I made a big mistake . " " Oh , Steven , I made a big mistake . ", What happened ? What happened ? , I really wish I hadn ’ t done it . I really wish I hadn ’ t done it . , What on earth are you talking about ? What on earth are you talking about ? , I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed . I got caught cheating . I feel so ashamed . The teacher saw me and told me I failed . , What were you thinking ? What were you thinking ? ," You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well . " " You know my father . If I fail , he'll kill me . I have to do well . ", But what you should do is study hard . But what you should do is study hard . ," I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ’ t study , and I cheated , and I got caught . " " I know ... I know ... it's all my fault . I feel awful that I didn ’ t study , and I cheated , and I got caught . ", So long as you learn from your mistakes . "Congratulations , Vivian . You won the grand prize , again . ", Isn't it just great ! I just knew I'd win ! Isn't it just great ! I just knew I'd win ! , You did ? How ? Did you wear red underwear again this year ? You did ? How ? Did you wear red underwear again this year ? , Not only that ! Not only that ! , Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? ! Tell me ! Tell me ! What's your secret ? ! ," OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone ! " " OK , OK . I'll whisper it to you , but you have to promise not to tell anyone ! ", What ? ! You did that ? ? ! ! ! What newspaper are you reading ? , New York Times . I read it everyday . New York Times . I read it everyday . , Why don't you read the local newspaper ? Why don't you read the local newspaper ? , It's too biased . I just don't agree with their one-sided reporting . It's too biased . I just don't agree with their one-sided reporting . , New York Times is better ? New York Times is better ? ," Yes , they have a good reputation for fairness . " "We ’ re having a department meeting at 10 o ’ clock , ok ? "," That ’ s fine ... I need to pick up some stationary-you know , a stapler , scissors , files , who should I see about that ? " " That ’ s fine ... I need to pick up some stationary-you know , a stapler , scissors , files , who should I see about that ? "," See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too . " " See Julie , the receptionist . She knows where all that stuff is kept . You might like a calendar for you desk . She can give you one of those too . ", Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies . Thanks . I need to make a few photocopies . ," The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ’ ll show you where it is . " " The photocopier is near my office . Come on , I ’ ll show you where it is . ", Do you enjoy working in this office ? Do you enjoy working in this office ? ," Yes , I do . Everyone ’ s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer . " " Yes , I do . Everyone ’ s really friendly . Sometimes , I wish I worked outdoors more , especially during the summer . ", What ’ s usually discussed at the department meetings ? What ’ s usually discussed at the department meetings ? , We usually tell each other where we are with various clients and potential clients . The boss assigns extra duties to people who she thinks can best deal with them . It ’ s also a chance to put forward su Hello . Do you know how I can find a room to rent ? , There is so much information and I advise to read newspaper . There is so much information and I advise to read newspaper . , Will that work ? Will that work ? ," Yes , of course . If you like the room , call the landlord and confirm the information of the room . " " Yes , of course . If you like the room , call the landlord and confirm the information of the room . ", Good idea . Thank you . Let's go practice your driving . ," If that's what you want to do , then we can . " " If that's what you want to do , then we can . ", Did you buckle your seatbelt ? Did you buckle your seatbelt ? , I'm buckled up . What's next ? I'm buckled up . What's next ? , You need to start the car now . You need to start the car now . , What do you want me to do ? What do you want me to do ? , Go left . Go left . , How far should I go ? How far should I go ? , I'll let you know when I want you to stop . I'll let you know when I want you to stop . , Tell me before you want me to stop . Tell me before you want me to stop . ," All right , try parking here . " " All right , try parking here . ", Thanks . Let's go driving again tomorrow . "Driver , take me to the airport . ", Okay . Okay . ," Driver , can you please speed up ? I m afraid I might miss the flight . " " Driver , can you please speed up ? I m afraid I might miss the flight . "," I'm sorry , madam , there ’ s a limit to the speed . " " I'm sorry , madam , there ’ s a limit to the speed . ", Damn it ! I think I'm going to miss the plane . Damn it ! I think I'm going to miss the plane . , I'm sorry about that . What ’ s your flight time ? I'm sorry about that . What ’ s your flight time ? , At 2:00 . At 2:00 . ," Don ’ t worry , madam . I guess we should get there not later than 1:30 p . m . " " Don ’ t worry , madam . I guess we should get there not later than 1:30 p . m . ", Really ? Great ! Really ? Great ! , Here we are . Here we are . , Here is the money . Here is the money . , Just a minute . Here's your change . "Hello , Mr . Gao . We appreciate your letting us have the apartment . ", My pleasure . You're a sweet couple . Do you have any questions ? My pleasure . You're a sweet couple . Do you have any questions ? ," The ad said rent was thirty thousand . That includes utilities and phone , I assume . " " The ad said rent was thirty thousand . That includes utilities and phone , I assume . "," No , it doesn't . And there's a maintenance fee for each month . It's forty NT per ping . " " No , it doesn't . And there's a maintenance fee for each month . It's forty NT per ping . ", That's another one thousand six hundred ? That's another one thousand six hundred ? ," Yes , but that doesn't include cable . It's for cleaning and trash removal . You just leave your trash outside your door . " Are you a goal-oriented person ? ," Yes , I am . That's why I make plans before I do anything . " " Yes , I am . That's why I make plans before I do anything . ", How do you plan to do your present job ? How do you plan to do your present job ? , I want to make more contact with extra clients and use my organizational skills in the future . "Wang , I'd like you to meet my friend . Dou , this is Wang . ", Hello Wang . I'm Dou . Pleased to meet you . Hello Wang . I'm Dou . Pleased to meet you . ," Pleased meet you , too , Mr . Dou . " " Pleased meet you , too , Mr . Dou . "," Just call me Miao Dou , Please . " We're having trouble with Bob . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , He's been late for work twice . He's been late for work twice . ," Okay , I'll speak to him . " What's the matter ? , I'm feeling a little under the weather . I'm calling to tell you that the merchandise ordered last month has not arrived yet . ," I'm sorry , hold on a moment . I'll check it out . But we have already shipped it to you last month . Would you like us to contact the express company to know what's going on ? " " I'm sorry , hold on a moment . I'll check it out . But we have already shipped it to you last month . Would you like us to contact the express company to know what's going on ? ", Please find out the reason as soon as possible . We are in bad need of it . Please find out the reason as soon as possible . We are in bad need of it . ," Ok , I am terribly sorry for the trouble you are getting into.We will contact you first thing , once we know the reason . " Hello ? ," Hello , is this 4482098 7 ? I'd like to speak to Mr Doff . " " Hello , is this 4482098 7 ? I'd like to speak to Mr Doff . ", I am sorry . Mr . Doff is out right now . I am sorry . Mr . Doff is out right now . , May I know when he will be back ? May I know when he will be back ? , I don't know . But he will certainly be back for lunch . This is his wife speaking . Can I take a message for you ? I don't know . But he will certainly be back for lunch . This is his wife speaking . Can I take a message for you ? ," Thanks , Mrs . Doff . Please tell him to be at the airport at three p . m . " " Thanks , Mrs . Doff . Please tell him to be at the airport at three p . m . "," Very Good . I will let him know as soon as he comes back . But , may I have your name , please ? " " Very Good . I will let him know as soon as he comes back . But , may I have your name , please ? ", This is Lucy White . Thank you . Bye . This is Lucy White . Thank you . Bye . , Bye . "I can't believe my eyes , Bill . Are you having a salad for lunch ? No hamburger ? "," Get used to it , Mary . I'm off hamburgers for good health . Most fast food is loaded with sodium . " " Get used to it , Mary . I'm off hamburgers for good health . Most fast food is loaded with sodium . ", I know . But why are you suddenly interested in lessening your salt intake ? I know . But why are you suddenly interested in lessening your salt intake ? , My doctor says I should cut back on sodium-rich foods to lower my blood pressure . My doctor says I should cut back on sodium-rich foods to lower my blood pressure . , Do you have hypertension ? I would have thought you were too young . Do you have hypertension ? I would have thought you were too young . ," Actually , my blood pressure isn't that high yet , but they say it increases with age . " " Actually , my blood pressure isn't that high yet , but they say it increases with age . "," Well , I'm glad you're starting to pay more attention to your diet . " " Well , I'm glad you're starting to pay more attention to your diet . "," I want to lower my risk of heart attack and stroke , too . " " I want to lower my risk of heart attack and stroke , too . ", So do I . That's why I've been trying to lower my cholesterol level . So do I . That's why I've been trying to lower my cholesterol level . , I've noticed you've been munching away on lots of fruits and vegetables recently . I've noticed you've been munching away on lots of fruits and vegetables recently . ," That's right . I could stand to lose a few pounds , too . " "Mr . Drake , I'm pleased to do business with your company . "," We're glad to be able to offer our services to your business , Mrs . Wayne . " " We're glad to be able to offer our services to your business , Mrs . Wayne . ", Your company is very well respected . About how long have you been in business ? Your company is very well respected . About how long have you been in business ? , Almost twenty years . We were the first total PR services company of our kind in California . Almost twenty years . We were the first total PR services company of our kind in California . , And this is your company's head office ? And this is your company's head office ? ," Well , yes , but now we have six offices in California alone . " " Well , yes , but now we have six offices in California alone . ", That's wonderful . Isn't your company part of ARE Corporation ? That's wonderful . Isn't your company part of ARE Corporation ? , That's right . We are their sole PR sector business . That's right . We are their sole PR sector business . , That's not bad . How long have you been in PR ? That's not bad . How long have you been in PR ? , Not long actually . So I'm sure I will learn a lot from our cooperation . "hey , you look great ! how's everything ? "," yeah , you know what ? I've been going to the club regularly . The training really pays off . Now I am in a good shape and I know more about how to keep fit . " " yeah , you know what ? I've been going to the club regularly . The training really pays off . Now I am in a good shape and I know more about how to keep fit . ", really ? tell me about it . I haven't gone to the club for a long time . I am too busy with work . really ? tell me about it . I haven't gone to the club for a long time . I am too busy with work . , it's important to do proper exercises . it's important to do proper exercises . , you're right . Too much or too little won't do any good . you're right . Too much or too little won't do any good . ," the trainer tells me , besides regular sports activities , I should also have a healthy and balanced diet . " " the trainer tells me , besides regular sports activities , I should also have a healthy and balanced diet . ", sounds reasonable . sounds reasonable . , we should eat more vegetables instead of junk food to stay energetic . we should eat more vegetables instead of junk food to stay energetic . , and fruits ! and fruits ! , surely it is . Getting enough sleep is also crucial for fitness . surely it is . Getting enough sleep is also crucial for fitness . , I've heard that . Does your trainer tell you anything about keeping fit ? I've heard that . Does your trainer tell you anything about keeping fit ? ," yeah , he advises me to stay in a good mood . That can help one to keep sound physical health . " " yeah , he advises me to stay in a good mood . That can help one to keep sound physical health . "," I think if you follow your trainer's advice , you'll be on the right track . " " I think if you follow your trainer's advice , you'll be on the right track . ", you bet it ! "If you fall in love like him , you will go soft in the head , as well . ", Come off it . Come off it . , You want a bet ? You want a bet ? , Why not ? "Hello , Could I speak to Mary , please ? This is Mrs . Fort here . ", This is Mary speaking . This is Mary speaking . ," Ah , Mary , good evening . Look , I was wondering if you like to come to a party we are having on Friday ? There are many coming from the office . " " Ah , Mary , good evening . Look , I was wondering if you like to come to a party we are having on Friday ? There are many coming from the office . "," Oh , that sounds nice . I ’ d love to . " "I ’ m hungry , let ’ s go grab a bite to eat . ", Yeah me too . Oh ! Can we stop at the shop really fast ? I lost my makeup bag at the airport and I want to pick up a few things . Yeah me too . Oh ! Can we stop at the shop really fast ? I lost my makeup bag at the airport and I want to pick up a few things . , Will you take long ? Will you take long ? , No ! Five minutes I promise ! No ! Five minutes I promise ! , Come on ! We have been here for almost an hour ! I thought you said you were only going to get a few things ! How long does it take you to pick out a lipstick and some nail polish ! Come on ! We have been here for almost an hour ! I thought you said you were only going to get a few things ! How long does it take you to pick out a lipstick and some nail polish ! ," Are you crazy ? You have no idea what you are talking about ! Just for my eyes I have to get eye-liner , an eyelash curler , eye shadow , an eyebrow pencil and mascara . Then I need to get foundation , liq " " Are you crazy ? You have no idea what you are talking about ! Just for my eyes I have to get eye-liner , an eyelash curler , eye shadow , an eyebrow pencil and mascara . Then I need to get foundation , liq ", Whoa whoa whoa ! Are you nuts ? How much is all this going to cost ? I ’ m looking at the price at each one of these little things and it ’ s outrageous ! This is basically a crayon ! Whoa whoa whoa ! Are you nuts ? How much is all this going to cost ? I ’ m looking at the price at each one of these little things and it ’ s outrageous ! This is basically a crayon ! ," What about you ? You spend as much or more money on your razors , after shave , cologne and gel ! Not to mention how much you spend on clothes and ... " " What about you ? You spend as much or more money on your razors , after shave , cologne and gel ! Not to mention how much you spend on clothes and ... ", Fine ! Get the stupid thirty dollar crayon ! When can I see the one-bedroom apartment ? , There's an open house this weekend . There's an open house this weekend . , What time does the open house start ? What time does the open house start ? , It starts at 11AM in the morning . "Oh dear , I ’ m late . I have to be in the office by 8am . ", Oh really what ’ s happening ? Oh really what ’ s happening ? , Well there is an important meeting with a new client . Well there is an important meeting with a new client . , Ok but you must stay calm . Do you want me to give you a lift ? Ok but you must stay calm . Do you want me to give you a lift ? ," Oh , you don ’ t have to do that but it would be a great help . " " Oh , you don ’ t have to do that but it would be a great help . "," Ok , wait one minute . I must remember where I left the keys . " The government is going to organize a folk-custom activity at the end of the month . And our community is supposed to put on a performance . , What kind of performance ? A lion dance ? What kind of performance ? A lion dance ? , Stuff like that but I think the lion dance is a bit too difficult and dangerous . Stuff like that but I think the lion dance is a bit too difficult and dangerous . ," Sure , you'll be dancing with lions . What do you expect ? Then what about Range Dance which we did before . " " Sure , you'll be dancing with lions . What do you expect ? Then what about Range Dance which we did before . ", Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ? Good idea . Shall we get everyone in the community ? , Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people . Maybe not . I think we should just focus on the retired people . , I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals . I know that they already have a Range Dance team and then what we need is just to do some rehearsals . , What about the costumes ? What about the costumes ? , We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe . We can raise money in the community . You know each family 10 yuan maybe . , Try something new . We can find a supporting agency . Try something new . We can find a supporting agency . , Great idea . There is a travel agency nearby who would love to be our sponsor . It's a perfect chance for them to promote ethnic tourism . How far is it from here to the airport ? , It ’ s about an hour ’ s drive . It ’ s about an hour ’ s drive . , I need to get there before ten.Can we make it ? I need to get there before ten.Can we make it ? ," I can ’ t promise , but I ’ ll do my best . " I heard Rose is pregnant . I hope it'll be a boy this time . ," I hope so , too.Rose and her husband have been wanting a boy so much . " " I hope so , too.Rose and her husband have been wanting a boy so much . "," After three baby girls in a row , Rose is under a lot of pressure from her in-laws.They want a boy in the worst way now . " " After three baby girls in a row , Rose is under a lot of pressure from her in-laws.They want a boy in the worst way now . ", But baby girls are just as good and just as fun as baby boys . But baby girls are just as good and just as fun as baby boys . ," I agree with you , but you know how old-fashioned the elders are . " That was delicious . , There's still a lot left-have some more ! There's still a lot left-have some more ! ," Thanks , but I couldn't eat another bite . I'm really full . " Are you here to make a deposit Mr Hayes ? ," No , Nancy , today I'm here to make a withdrawal . I made a formal request 7 days ago . " " No , Nancy , today I'm here to make a withdrawal . I made a formal request 7 days ago . "," You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit , right ? " " You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit , right ? "," That's correct . But before I do , I was wondering if you could give me some advice . " " That's correct . But before I do , I was wondering if you could give me some advice . "," Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ? " " Of course , Mr Hayes . That's what I'm here for . What would you like to know ? ", Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity . Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity . ," This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ? " " This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity . Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account , for example ? "," No , not really . My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it . " I think it's time for me to meet my admirer and make him face the music . , You do ? How are you going to contact him ? You do ? How are you going to contact him ? , I'm leaving him a message taped to my computer screen . I'm leaving him a message taped to my computer screen . , What does it say ? Do you think he'll see it ? What does it say ? Do you think he'll see it ? ," He'll see it . It says , I like sweets . Meet me at two thirty in the parking lot . " " He'll see it . It says , I like sweets . Meet me at two thirty in the parking lot . ", Can I spy on you guys from the window ? Can I spy on you guys from the window ? , No . But I'll fill you in later . Right now I have to find Vince . Now I understand . But I don't smoke or drink.So what am I supposed to buy in here ? , You can buy some of these nice butterflies . You can buy some of these nice butterflies . ," No , I'm sorry . I don't think it is nice to have butterflies mounted in boxes.It is kind of disgusting . " " No , I'm sorry . I don't think it is nice to have butterflies mounted in boxes.It is kind of disgusting . ", What ? You feel sorry for the butterflies ? What ? You feel sorry for the butterflies ? ," Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature . " " Yes . I think they should just let them fly free , and not try to sell them to foreigners . It is a kind of destruction of nature . "," Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population . " " Well , I agree with you . I'd rather think that the butterflies are flying around in the mountains . I just wonder if they really catch so many that it affects the butterfly population . "," Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here . " " Who knows ? Hey , I like these jade bears here . ", How much are they ? How much are they ? , This one is 2300 dollars.Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ? This one is 2300 dollars.Maybe I should buy it for my mother . What do you think ? , If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ? If you want . Didn't you buy her a small vase already ? ," Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this . " " Yes , but she would like this a lot . She likes to collect little things like this . "," Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac . " " Alright . Buy it then . I won't buy anything . Well , maybe I'll buy some Cognac . ", Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it . Maybe I could buy some Cognac for my brother . He always drinks it . , Let's go ask about it . "Stand back from the door , please . There're plenty of seats in the rear . "," What's the fare , please ? " " What's the fare , please ? ", One yuan fifty cents . Drop it in the box here . One yuan fifty cents . Drop it in the box here . , Is this the right bus to Zizhuyuan Park ? Is this the right bus to Zizhuyuan Park ? , Take a No . 2 . This is No . 12 . Take a No . 2 . This is No . 12 . ," But somebody told me this was the right bus to take . I want to go to Tian'anmen Square , you see . " " But somebody told me this was the right bus to take . I want to go to Tian'anmen Square , you see . "," Then this is the right bus . Move on , please . You're holding up the passengers . Tian'anmen Square is the last stop but one . " " Then this is the right bus . Move on , please . You're holding up the passengers . Tian'anmen Square is the last stop but one . ", Would you please let me know when we get there ? I can't open this email attachment our Paris office has sent me . , Are you sure you're using the right program ? Are you sure you're using the right program ? ," Well , yes it's definitely the same program but I might have the wrong version . Their system is newer than ours . " " Well , yes it's definitely the same program but I might have the wrong version . Their system is newer than ours . ", That's why you can't open it . You'll have to upgrade before you can read the file . "Waiter , can you come here for a moment ? "," Yes , is there something wrong ? " " Yes , is there something wrong ? ", I'm afraid you've made a mistake . This isn't what I ordered . I'm afraid you've made a mistake . This isn't what I ordered . ," So sorry , I must have confused the orders . I'll check it . " " So sorry , I must have confused the orders . I'll check it . ", And also this soup is cold . And also this soup is cold . ," I'm really sorry , I'll bring you a hot one right away . " This looks like a nice restaurant . ," Yeah , it is . I come here all the time . " " Yeah , it is . I come here all the time . ", Let's sit over there . Let's sit over there . , OK . OK . , Can you pass me a menu please . Can you pass me a menu please . , Sure . What are you going to have to drink ? Sure . What are you going to have to drink ? , I'm going to have a glass of beer . How about you ? I'm going to have a glass of beer . How about you ? , I think I'll have a glass of wine . I think I'll have a glass of wine . , Do you want to order an appetizer first ? Do you want to order an appetizer first ? ," Not really , maybe we can just order some bread . " " Not really , maybe we can just order some bread . ", OK . What are you going to have to eat ? OK . What are you going to have to eat ? , I'm not sure . I haven't decided yet . Can you recommend something ? I'm not sure . I haven't decided yet . Can you recommend something ? ," Sure , I've had the steak and the lobster before . They're both very good . " " Sure , I've had the steak and the lobster before . They're both very good . ", I think I'll have the lobster . What are you going to have ? I think I'll have the lobster . What are you going to have ? , I'm not that hungry . I think I'm just going to have a salad . I'm not that hungry . I think I'm just going to have a salad . ," I'm gonna go to the bathroom . When the waitress comes back , will you order for me ? " " I'm gonna go to the bathroom . When the waitress comes back , will you order for me ? ", Sure . No problem . Ladies and gentlemen . It's about time to land in New York . Here are a couple of forms for you to fill out . ," What forms must we fill out , Miss ? " " What forms must we fill out , Miss ? ", They are E / D cards . All passengers except American citizens must complete these forms . They are E / D cards . All passengers except American citizens must complete these forms . , I see . But why do we have to fill out these forms now ? I see . But why do we have to fill out these forms now ? , It will save you much time when you clear customs . I ’ m pretty sure that Jim will turn out to be a good lawyer . , How can you be so sure ? How can you be so sure ? ," He knows a lot about law and he ’ s eloquent , too . " "Peter , it's time to go home now ! Hurry up ! "," Ten more minutes , mom . Please ! " " Ten more minutes , mom . Please ! "," Honey , it's almost noon . We have to go home and make lunch for your sister . " " Honey , it's almost noon . We have to go home and make lunch for your sister . ", I bet she will hang around with her mates after school . I bet she will hang around with her mates after school . ," Peter , it's a quarter to twelve . Let's go home now ! " Good morning . Can I help you ? ," Good morning . I ’ m here to see Rochelle Davis , the Human Resources Manager . " " Good morning . I ’ m here to see Rochelle Davis , the Human Resources Manager . ", Do you have an appointment with her ? Do you have an appointment with her ? ," Yes , I do . I have a 10:00 appointment with her this morning . " " Yes , I do . I have a 10:00 appointment with her this morning . "," Okay . What ’ s your name , please ? " " Okay . What ’ s your name , please ? ", My name is Bruce Green . My name is Bruce Green . , Thanks . Please sit down . She ’ ll be with you shortly . Thanks . Please sit down . She ’ ll be with you shortly . , Thank you . "Hello , Mrs.White ! I'm Anne . "," Nice to see you with us , Anne.Please make yourself at home . " " Nice to see you with us , Anne.Please make yourself at home . ", Thank you.You ' re so considerate . Emergency road service . May I help you ? , I have a flat tyre . I have a flat tyre . ," All right . What's your membership card , please ? " " All right . What's your membership card , please ? ", 489 3362 1978 . 489 3362 1978 . , And your name ? And your name ? , Eve . Eve . , What's the expiration date on your card ? What's the expiration date on your card ? ," It's July 16,2009 . " " It's July 16,2009 . ", Where is your car now ? Where is your car now ? ," It's on the west street , near Royal Hotel . " " It's on the west street , near Royal Hotel . ", And which direction were you going ? And which direction were you going ? , I was going west . I was going west . , What is the make and model of your car ? What is the make and model of your car ? , BMW 530 . BMW 530 . , What color is it ? What color is it ? , It's red . It's red . , What's your licence plate number ? What's your licence plate number ? , SAY 201 . SAY 201 . ," All right , Madam . I'll have a tow truck there within 30 minutes . " I would like to order some internet today . , What kind would you like ? What kind would you like ? , What kind of internet is there ? What kind of internet is there ? , You can get DEL or dial-up . You can get DEL or dial-up . , Which of those two is best ? Which of those two is best ? , I would recommend DEL . I would recommend DEL . , So that one better ? So that one better ? , It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone . It's better because it doesn't tie up the phone . , What do you mean by that ? What do you mean by that ? ," DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is . " " DEL isn't connected through your phone line , but dial-up is . ", So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ? So then I can't use my phone if I'm on the internet ? , That's correct . With DEL you can do both . I'm glad these batteries are on sale . , I'm sorry . These batteries are not on sale . I'm sorry . These batteries are not on sale . , But that's what the ad said . But that's what the ad said . ," I'm sorry . If you look at the ad again , you'll see that the other brand is on sale . " " I'm sorry . If you look at the ad again , you'll see that the other brand is on sale . ", Oh . You're right . I misread the ad . Oh . You're right . I misread the ad . ," Yes , many people make that mistake . " " Yes , many people make that mistake . "," Well , you can't blame them . It's a confusing ad . " " Well , you can't blame them . It's a confusing ad . ", You're right . Many ads are like that . You're right . Many ads are like that . ," Well , as long as I'm here . " " Well , as long as I'm here . "," Just one second , and I'll give you the batteries that are on sale . " What does Human Resources Department do ? ," Hiring , firing , training , insurances , benefits , retirement plans , salary , vacation . " " Hiring , firing , training , insurances , benefits , retirement plans , salary , vacation . ", They take care of a lot of things . They take care of a lot of things . ," But most of time , they provide assistances . " " But most of time , they provide assistances . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates . " " Say if the Engineering Department wants to hire a person , they will request HR to find candidates . ", Yes ? Yes ? ," The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits . " " The Engineering Manager and his team will interview the candidates . HR will also be involved with the interview , but basically arranging the schedule and explaining the benefits . ", OK . OK . , Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate . Then the Engineering Manager will choose the candidate . , I see . What's the problem ? , I have a laceration on my left forearm . I have a laceration on my left forearm . , Let me have a look . How did this happen ? Let me have a look . How did this happen ? , I got hit by a car in an accident . I got hit by a car in an accident . , Was there much bleeding afterward ? Was there much bleeding afterward ? ," No , not much . " " No , not much . "," Well , this doesn't look too serious . Nurse , could you please get me a suture set ? " " Well , this doesn't look too serious . Nurse , could you please get me a suture set ? ", Will I need stitches ? Will I need stitches ? ," Yes . Three , I think . It wont ' be too painful . Alright , we're done . That wasn't so bad , was it ? " " Yes . Three , I think . It wont ' be too painful . Alright , we're done . That wasn't so bad , was it ? "," No , not really . " " No , not really . ", You're lucky there was no lasting damage . I'll set up an appointment for you to come back in five days . We'll take those stitches out then . So long . You're lucky there was no lasting damage . I'll set up an appointment for you to come back in five days . We'll take those stitches out then . So long . ," Thank you , doctor . Bye . " I went out with Leo last night . It was really exciting . ," Really ? You are a lucky dog . You know , many girls dream of dating him . " " Really ? You are a lucky dog . You know , many girls dream of dating him . "," Yes , I know . He's really on the A-list . " "Hi , Francis . "," Oh , Mike . How are you doing ? " " Oh , Mike . How are you doing ? ", Not bad . It seems you are super yogurt lover . You have so many in your cart . Not bad . It seems you are super yogurt lover . You have so many in your cart . ," Well , I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks . Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it ? It tastes great and very healthy too . " " Well , I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks . Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it ? It tastes great and very healthy too . "," Oh , I haven ’ t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time . " " Oh , I haven ’ t noticed that before . Maybe I will try next time . ", Why don ’ t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you . Why don ’ t you go ahead of me ? I have more items than you . ," Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot . " " Thank you . In fact , I am in a hurry . My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot . ", You ’ re welcome . It was good seeing you again . You ’ re welcome . It was good seeing you again . , Me too . Have a great day . how's your new job going ? ," really well , thanks . " " really well , thanks . ", how are you finding your new boss ? how are you finding your new boss ? ," she's not bad . She's a bit bossy , but I'm sure I'll get used to her . " " she's not bad . She's a bit bossy , but I'm sure I'll get used to her . ", would you rather have her or your old boss back ? would you rather have her or your old boss back ? , she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down . she's far better than my old boss . He didn't know how to express his opinion without putting at least one other person down . , how about your new co-workers ? how about your new co-workers ? , they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work . they are all pretty easy-going . It's a very friendly place to work . , do you miss your old co-workers ? do you miss your old co-workers ? , of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me . of course . I spent so much time at my old workplace that I got to know them all very well . They were like family to me . , do people in different departments get along with each other ? do people in different departments get along with each other ? ," sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other . " " sure . Since we work together in teams , we have to get along with each other . ", do you like working in teams with people from different departments ? do you like working in teams with people from different departments ? ," yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives . " " yes , it helps everyone to understand what we're doing from different perspectives . ", do you like working in teams ? do you like working in teams ? , I prefer it to working independently . I think most people do . Hello ? , Hello ? Hello ? ," Can I speak to Li Hong , please ? " " Can I speak to Li Hong , please ? ", Speaking . Speaking . ," Hi , Li Hong.This is Alice . " " Hi , Li Hong.This is Alice . "," Hi , Alice.How are you ? " " Hi , Alice.How are you ? "," Not bad.Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ’ t go to see Mrs.Brown with you tomorrow morning.My mother is ill . I must take care of her . " " Not bad.Li Hong , I am sorry that I can ’ t go to see Mrs.Brown with you tomorrow morning.My mother is ill . I must take care of her . "," I ’ m sorry to hear that.You ’ d better stay at home.After all , we can visit Mrs.Brown later " " I ’ m sorry to hear that.You ’ d better stay at home.After all , we can visit Mrs.Brown later ", OK.Bye - bye . OK.Bye - bye . , Bye . Susan has got the cancer of stomach . , How terrible ! This is quite unexpected ! How terrible ! This is quite unexpected ! ," Yesterday when I went to hospital to see her , you cannot imagine how greatly surprised when I saw her . " " Yesterday when I went to hospital to see her , you cannot imagine how greatly surprised when I saw her . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," Because of atomic cocktail and other medicines , all of them have the side effect . she has lost all her hair . " My doctor says that I need a blood test . , I can help you with that . Just have a seat and roll up your left sleeve . I can help you with that . Just have a seat and roll up your left sleeve . , What are you taking my blood for ? What are you taking my blood for ? , Your doctor has requested a check of your white blood count . Your doctor has requested a check of your white blood count . , What information does that give him ? What information does that give him ? ," If your white blood cell count is off , it could signal an infection somewhere in your body . " " If your white blood cell count is off , it could signal an infection somewhere in your body . ", Is a blood test painful ? Is a blood test painful ? , I am putting a tourniquet on your arm to plump up the vein . It will only feel like a little pin prick . I am putting a tourniquet on your arm to plump up the vein . It will only feel like a little pin prick . ," Oh , my God , that hurts ! " " Oh , my God , that hurts ! ", That was it ! Thank you for coming in today . There's going to be a highway here . , That's better . That's better . , The traffic problem will soon be eased . The traffic problem will soon be eased . , I think so . I've got an idea . Let's make this game even more interesting . , How ? Do you want to play strip-trivia or something ? How ? Do you want to play strip-trivia or something ? ," Well , if you want to ! Seriously , though , let's make a bet . " " Well , if you want to ! Seriously , though , let's make a bet . ", Why don't we just make it a friendly game ? Why don't we just make it a friendly game ? , Don't be such a chicken ! Whoever loses has to treat everyone to a movie . Would you like a cup of coffee ? , Yes.That would be good . Yes.That would be good . ," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , This machine is out of order . This machine is out of order . , You shouldn't have used the machine.Did you lose your money ? You shouldn't have used the machine.Did you lose your money ? , I sure did . I sure did . , You ought to complain.These machine are always out of order . Room service . ," Good morning . This is room 113 . I'd like some breakfast , please . " " Good morning . This is room 113 . I'd like some breakfast , please . ", Right . Excuse me . Mrs . Jones ? Right . Excuse me . Mrs . Jones ? , That's right . That's right . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? ," I'd like some grapefruit juice , marmalade , two scrambled eggs with two sausages , toast , and a pot of black coffee , please . How long will it take ? " " I'd like some grapefruit juice , marmalade , two scrambled eggs with two sausages , toast , and a pot of black coffee , please . How long will it take ? "," Just a few minutes , ma'am . " " Just a few minutes , ma'am . ", Great . Thank you . It has just occurred to me that there is still another possibility to ensure a prompt delivery of the goods . , And that is ? And that is ? , How about making Hong Kong the port of shipment instead of New York ? How about making Hong Kong the port of shipment instead of New York ? ," I'm afraid we can't agree to that . We concluded the business with you here in Houston , and the goods you ordered are manufactured in New York . We wish to point out that all orders accepted by us are shipped from New York or Seattle . Hong Kong is out of the question . " " I'm afraid we can't agree to that . We concluded the business with you here in Houston , and the goods you ordered are manufactured in New York . We wish to point out that all orders accepted by us are shipped from New York or Seattle . Hong Kong is out of the question . "," It's like this . There are only one or two ships sailing a month from New York to Osaka , while sailings from Hong Kong are quite frequent . If shipment were effected from Hong Kong , we could receive the goods much earlier . " " It's like this . There are only one or two ships sailing a month from New York to Osaka , while sailings from Hong Kong are quite frequent . If shipment were effected from Hong Kong , we could receive the goods much earlier . "," I see . You want to have your goods shipped from New York to Osaka via Hong Kong , where they can be transshipped . Is that the idea ? " " I see . You want to have your goods shipped from New York to Osaka via Hong Kong , where they can be transshipped . Is that the idea ? "," Yes , exactly , because I want these goods on our market at the earliest possible date . " " Yes , exactly , because I want these goods on our market at the earliest possible date . "," Your idea may be a good one , but the trouble is that there are risks of pilferage or damage to the goods during transshipment at Hong Kong . How about shipping them from Seattle instead of network ? You may choose either one as port of shipment . It makes no difference to us . There are more sailings from Seattle than from New York . " " Your idea may be a good one , but the trouble is that there are risks of pilferage or damage to the goods during transshipment at Hong Kong . How about shipping them from Seattle instead of network ? You may choose either one as port of shipment . It makes no difference to us . There are more sailings from Seattle than from New York . "," It sounds all right to me , but I will have to think about it . I'll give you a definite answer tomorrow . If I choose Seattle , will it be possible for you to ship the goods by the end of March ? " " It sounds all right to me , but I will have to think about it . I'll give you a definite answer tomorrow . If I choose Seattle , will it be possible for you to ship the goods by the end of March ? "," We'll try our best . Anyway , we assure you that shipment will be made not later than the first half of April . " 911 emergency . What is the problem ? , I would like to report a break-in . I would like to report a break-in . , When was this break-in ? When was this break-in ? , I believe it happened last night . I believe it happened last night . , Where was the break-in ? Where was the break-in ? , It happened at my house . It happened at my house . , Was anything stolen ? Was anything stolen ? , I haven't checked yet . I haven't checked yet . , Why do you think there was a break-in ? Why do you think there was a break-in ? , My front window was broken . My front window was broken . , We'll send a squad car shortly . We'll send a squad car shortly . , I'd appreciate that . Would you please bring me the black suit ? I want to try it on . , Here you are . Here you are . , I think this suit fits perfectly . I think this suit fits perfectly . ," Yes , I think so . The suit matches the trousers . " " Yes , I think so . The suit matches the trousers . ", It's fine . Please wrap it . Would you be kind enough to lend me forty pounds ? ," I'd really like to help you out , but I am broke myself . " " I'd really like to help you out , but I am broke myself . ", That's all right . "Good morning . I ’ m Mickey Huang , I have an appointment with Mr wilson . ", Is this about the Sales Assistant position ? Is this about the Sales Assistant position ? , That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock . That's right . My appointment is for 11 o'clock . , Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you . Mr wilson is on the line right now . Please have a seat . He'll be right with you . , Thank you . Thank you . ," Can I get you something , coffee , tea ? " " Can I get you something , coffee , tea ? "," No , I'm fine . Thank you . " Do you like plum blossoms ? , Certainly . I prefer the winter and I love plum blossoms much more . Certainly . I prefer the winter and I love plum blossoms much more . , It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ? It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ? , Seeking plum blossoms with stepping on the snow ? That's a good idea . Let's go ! Seeking plum blossoms with stepping on the snow ? That's a good idea . Let's go ! , What a heavy snow ! What a heavy snow ! , Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground . Take care ! Don't slip down to the ground . , I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much . I've got it . I like the sound of stepping on the snow very much . , Yes . Very wonderful . Yes . Very wonderful . , Do you smell the sweet scent ? Do you smell the sweet scent ? , Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms . Yes . It should be the fragrance of plum blossoms . , The fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the hard coldness . "Hi , Nancy.How are you doing ? "," Hi , Tom.Want a cup of coffee ? " " Hi , Tom.Want a cup of coffee ? ", Not right now . I've got to get another car and my old one is blown up . Not right now . I've got to get another car and my old one is blown up . ," Oh , hey , did you look in the classified ads ? " " Oh , hey , did you look in the classified ads ? ", You mean used car ? You mean used car ? ," No , Ah ... single sellers . " " No , Ah ... single sellers . "," Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problem . " " Well , yeah , but I'd be getting somebody else's problem . ", Uh huh.How about a used car ? They've got good ones now . Uh huh.How about a used car ? They've got good ones now . ," It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get . " " It's the same kind of deal though , you know , you never know what you're going to get . "," Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now.You ' d feel so good driving a new car . " " Oh , hey , how about a new car ? They've got easy loans now.You ' d feel so good driving a new car . ", Let's look at them all.Have you got a paper there ? Do you want to rent a car ? ," Yes , I want one with automatic transmission . " " Yes , I want one with automatic transmission . ", I think that one fits you . Do you need insurance ? I think that one fits you . Do you need insurance ? ," Full insurance , please . " " Full insurance , please . "," OK , by the way , fill the gas tank when you return the car . " I'm starving ! It would be truly appreciated if you bought me a burrito . , I'm a little short . I don't have enough for you . I'm a little short . I don't have enough for you . ," I'm starving , as I didn't eat yet today . " " I'm starving , as I didn't eat yet today . ", I really don't have enough money . I really don't have enough money . , My stomach feels so empty . My stomach feels so empty . ," Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too . " " Well , why don't you ask Bob for some money ? I'm hungry too . "," I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then . " " I'll be getting money on Friday , and I'll get it back to you then . "," Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat . " " Okay , so on Friday , you can buy yourself something to eat . ", That's not nice . That's not nice . , You can always go home and make something to eat . You can always go home and make something to eat . ," I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here . " " I can't go home yet , because I have things to do here . ", Sorry . That's not my fault . The baby is crying again . ," Leave him alone , he ’ ll soon stop . " " Leave him alone , he ’ ll soon stop . ", How can you do so ? Perhaps something is wrong with him . Let ’ s go and see him . How can you do so ? Perhaps something is wrong with him . Let ’ s go and see him . , OK . Nothing serious . He just wants us to be with him . "Hi , I'm John Sandals , and I have a reservation . "," Would you show me your ID , sir , please ? " " Would you show me your ID , sir , please ? ", Here you go . Here you go . ," Thank you very much . Now , sir , do you have a credit card ? " " Thank you very much . Now , sir , do you have a credit card ? ", Certainly ! Would you like my American Express card ? Certainly ! Would you like my American Express card ? ," Regrettably , Mr . Sandals , we accept only MasterCard or VISA . " " Regrettably , Mr . Sandals , we accept only MasterCard or VISA . ", I thought American Express was accepted everywhere . Never mind . Here's my VISA . I thought American Express was accepted everywhere . Never mind . Here's my VISA . ," Thanks . You're in room 507 , a big , nonsmoking room , with a queen bed . Is that okay , sir ? " " Thanks . You're in room 507 , a big , nonsmoking room , with a queen bed . Is that okay , sir ? "," Yes , that's just fine . " " Yes , that's just fine . ", I'm happy to hear that . Here is your key . Just dial 0 if you need anything . What's your favorite sport ? ," It's hard to say . Perhaps swimming is my favorite . I like swimming because it helps improve my lung capacity . In the scorching summer days , there's nothing like a cool swim . Currently , I go to the pool twice every week . " " It's hard to say . Perhaps swimming is my favorite . I like swimming because it helps improve my lung capacity . In the scorching summer days , there's nothing like a cool swim . Currently , I go to the pool twice every week . ", Is the entrance charge expensive ? Is the entrance charge expensive ? ," Well , it costs an arm and a leg — 30 yuan per person . What a costly sport ! That is why I have to refrain from even thinking about it . And I find jogging a very agreeable substitute . " " Well , it costs an arm and a leg — 30 yuan per person . What a costly sport ! That is why I have to refrain from even thinking about it . And I find jogging a very agreeable substitute . "," Haha , jogging ? Perhaps it might be a bit too boring ? " " Haha , jogging ? Perhaps it might be a bit too boring ? "," You know what ? You won't get a rush from it until you fully understand it . It is a simple sport and doesn't require skills of any sort . This leaves room for me to enjoy the beautiful suburban scenery while jogging . Fresh air caresses my face and blows into my chest , which translates into inspirations . Inspirations are really good stuff for a writer like me . Sometimes , I even come up with a verse or two . " " You know what ? You won't get a rush from it until you fully understand it . It is a simple sport and doesn't require skills of any sort . This leaves room for me to enjoy the beautiful suburban scenery while jogging . Fresh air caresses my face and blows into my chest , which translates into inspirations . Inspirations are really good stuff for a writer like me . Sometimes , I even come up with a verse or two . ", You are really a man who knows how to enjoy being alone . "Hello , Bill ! How are things going ? ", Quite well.thank you.And what about you ? Quite well.thank you.And what about you ? , So-So . "So , did you go out with Richard ? ", Yeah . We went to a movie last Saturday . We saw Police Partners II . Yeah . We went to a movie last Saturday . We saw Police Partners II . , Did you like it ? Did you like it ? ," Richard did , but I didn't . Of course , I told him I liked it . " " Richard did , but I didn't . Of course , I told him I liked it . ", Yeah . So did you do anything else ? Yeah . So did you do anything else ? ," Well , we went to a dance club . " " Well , we went to a dance club . ", Did you have fun there ? Did you have fun there ? ," Yeah , we had a great time . And we're going to go there again next week ! " Where is the produce ? ," It's on the south wall of the store , in aisle A . " " It's on the south wall of the store , in aisle A . ", Is there any produce on sale ? Is there any produce on sale ? ," I don't know . The produce person can tell you , though . " I want to know whether you can handle the matters of registered permanent residence . , Don't worry about such problems . We can deal with them for you . Other questions ? Don't worry about such problems . We can deal with them for you . Other questions ? , I have no other questions . Thank you . I have no other questions . Thank you . , You are welcome . "Bob , how about joining the boxing club this summer vacation ? ", What a good idea ! What a good idea ! , So let's get registered tomorrow . So let's get registered tomorrow . , OK . "Jodi , I must get a hold of Jim today , but I forgot his address and phone number . ", Don ’ t worry about it . I have his pager number right here . Don ’ t worry about it . I have his pager number right here . , Really ? You ’ Ve helped me a lot . Thank you . Really ? You ’ Ve helped me a lot . Thank you . , Forget it . It ’ s nothing . So you said you and Amanda met through a mutual friend . How did it happen ? ," Well , my roommate was friends with Amanda , so he introduced us . " " Well , my roommate was friends with Amanda , so he introduced us . ", Did he tell you what she was like first ? Did he tell you what she was like first ? ," Yes , he described her to me , and she sounded like my type . " How can you keep in touch with your aunt in America ? ," Oh , I make a phone call once a month . " " Oh , I make a phone call once a month . "," It's very expensive , right ? " " It's very expensive , right ? ", Yeah . Yeah . , Why not send E-mail through the Internet ? Why not send E-mail through the Internet ? , Is it convenient and cheap ? Is it convenient and cheap ? ," Sure . You can send E-mail to each other every day through the internet . In addition , you can make a phone call through the internet , too . " " Sure . You can send E-mail to each other every day through the internet . In addition , you can make a phone call through the internet , too . ", Really ? I'm so glad to hear that.But I don't know how to get access to the Internet.Could you show me ? Really ? I'm so glad to hear that.But I don't know how to get access to the Internet.Could you show me ? , No problem . I'll tell you . No problem . I'll tell you . , I'll appreciate it very much . When can you give me the final decision ? , We'll notify you next Thursday at the latest . Shall I telephone you ? We'll notify you next Thursday at the latest . Shall I telephone you ? , OK . OK . , All right . Thank you for coming today . All right . Thank you for coming today . , Thank you for your interview with me . Hey Michael . Where are you going ? , No where special . I was just taking a walk . No where special . I was just taking a walk . , What for ? What for ? , To get a little exercise . I'm so out of shape . To get a little exercise . I'm so out of shape . ," Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ? " " Hey , I play basketball with a bunch of friends twice a week . It's great exercise and it's fun too . Why don't you come out and play with us ? ", That sounds great . Give me a call next time you guys play . Did you already take the history exam ? , Yeah . It was hard . When do you take it ? Yeah . It was hard . When do you take it ? , I take it tomorrow morning . There is so much material that I dont know what to emphasize on . What types of questions did you get ? I take it tomorrow morning . There is so much material that I dont know what to emphasize on . What types of questions did you get ? , Mostly on the civil war . You should also study the impact Martin Luther King Jr . had on American society . Mostly on the civil war . You should also study the impact Martin Luther King Jr . had on American society . , What about Abraham Lincoln ? Did you get any questions about him ? What about Abraham Lincoln ? Did you get any questions about him ? , I only had 1 question about him . But you might get more . I dont know if he will have the same exam or not . I only had 1 question about him . But you might get more . I dont know if he will have the same exam or not . ," Hopefully he will use the same exam , cause Im going to spend most of my time studying the civil war . It is a huge section and that is what he lectured the most on in class . " " Hopefully he will use the same exam , cause Im going to spend most of my time studying the civil war . It is a huge section and that is what he lectured the most on in class . "," If you cant study everything , then that is probably the best way to go . " " If you cant study everything , then that is probably the best way to go . ", Aright . Thanks for the info . I gotta go to the library now . Aright . Thanks for the info . I gotta go to the library now . , Good luck . Good luck . , Thanks . See ya . Are you sure this is the right restaurant 。 , Positive 。 Positive 。 , You don't think you could be wrong ? You don't think you could be wrong ? , I'am absolutely sure I'm right . I'am absolutely sure I'm right . , I don't know . It looks a little wrong down . I don't know . It looks a little wrong down . , This is right . There is no doubt in my mind . This is right . There is no doubt in my mind . , You're hundred percent sure you want to eat here ? You're hundred percent sure you want to eat here ? , Check and double check . Would you like me to fill out the form ? ," I suppose so , but don't rush . I've got to tell you how to do it . " " I suppose so , but don't rush . I've got to tell you how to do it . ", That's very kind of you . Who ’ s this ? your girl-friend ? ," No , it ’ s my sister . " " No , it ’ s my sister . ", How old is she ? How old is she ? , She ’ s 18 . She ’ s 18 . , She is tall ? She is tall ? ," Yes , she is . " " Yes , she is . "," And she is thin , isn ’ t she ? " " And she is thin , isn ’ t she ? "," Well , just a little thin . " Could you take us to the Fifth Avenue ? , Sure.Step in . Sure.Step in . , Is the traffic very heavy this hour ? Is the traffic very heavy this hour ? , No.But it's a bit strange today . "Could I have my bill , please ? "," Certainly , sir . " " Certainly , sir . ", I'm afraid there has been a mistake . I'm afraid there has been a mistake . ," I'm sorry , sir . What seems to be the trouble ? " " I'm sorry , sir . What seems to be the trouble ? "," I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6.5 dollar appears here , then again here . " " I believe you have charged me twice for the same thing . Look , the figure of 6.5 dollar appears here , then again here . "," I'll just go and check it for you , sir . " I heard Nick found a job in a bank and his salary is said very high . I also want to work there . ," Will this do ? Your major is not related to banking , as you know . " " Will this do ? Your major is not related to banking , as you know . "," I know that , but making a lot of money makes me crazy . " " I know that , but making a lot of money makes me crazy . "," Money is not the only standard to decide your career . In fact , there are more important things you can refer to when evaluating your career . If I were you , I would choose one I like to do . " " Money is not the only standard to decide your career . In fact , there are more important things you can refer to when evaluating your career . If I were you , I would choose one I like to do . "," Actually , I am afraid I will be stuck in the job forever , if I choose a bad one . " " Actually , I am afraid I will be stuck in the job forever , if I choose a bad one . "," Don't worry . We can always change our careers , when we are unsatisfied with them . " Did you get any rewards or honors in college ? ," Yes , I received the scholarship 3 times on end . " " Yes , I received the scholarship 3 times on end . ", Did you join the Communist Party of China ( CPC ) ? Did you join the Communist Party of China ( CPC ) ? ," Yes , I joined the CPC when I was a freshman " "Very glad to know something about you , then what are you going to do when you finish . "," Oh , I ’ ll go to shanghai to practice there . " " Oh , I ’ ll go to shanghai to practice there . ", That ’ s a good idea . It must be easy to find a job in shanghai . That ’ s a good idea . It must be easy to find a job in shanghai . ," I think so , you know there is a great deal of opportunity for business there . " " I think so , you know there is a great deal of opportunity for business there . ", And English is very useful in your job . And English is very useful in your job . ," I think it will be very useful in many ways . Beside , shanghai is an important trade center , not only in China , but also in the world , English is useful in almost all walks of life . " " I think it will be very useful in many ways . Beside , shanghai is an important trade center , not only in China , but also in the world , English is useful in almost all walks of life . ", You will be a very promising one . You will be a very promising one . , That ’ s my wish . "Next time you buy veggies or fruits , have them bagged and weighed before you come here . ", Sorry . I didn't know . Sorry . I didn't know . , The total comes to US $ 65.81 . How will you pay today ? The total comes to US $ 65.81 . How will you pay today ? , I'm going to use my ATM card . I'm going to use my ATM card . , Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN . Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN . , Done . Done . , One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ? One moment . Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", Paper or plastic ? Paper or plastic ? , Pardon me ? Pardon me ? , Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ? Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries ? ," Paper , please . " "Hello , Dora , I haven't seen you for a long time . Where have you been ? ", I didn ’ t go anywhere . I stayed at home . I didn ’ t go anywhere . I stayed at home . , What's up ? You look unhappy . What's up ? You look unhappy . , Nothing . I just feel very lonely in this city . I miss my family . Nothing . I just feel very lonely in this city . I miss my family . ," Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional . " " Oh , I know . Sometimes I have the same feeling with you . But you'd better not be so emotional . ", Can you stay and accompany me for a while ? Can you stay and accompany me for a while ? ," Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on . " " Sure , no problem . You can call me any time you are alone from now on . ", Thank you so much . You are so sweet . Thank you so much . You are so sweet . , Not at all . We are friends . Is there anything I can do ? , Yes . I am thinking of a tour to Australia . Yes . I am thinking of a tour to Australia . , May I recommend the popular route ? It's a seven days ' trip and cost $ 500 . May I recommend the popular route ? It's a seven days ' trip and cost $ 500 . , That's really cheap . What are the fees included ? That's really cheap . What are the fees included ? ," Everything , sir , including the air tickets , accommodation and gate tickets . " " Everything , sir , including the air tickets , accommodation and gate tickets . "," OK , I will take the tour . " Why are you reading the classifieds ? What do you need ? ," I ’ m looking for a bookcase , but I don ’ t want to buy a new one . " " I ’ m looking for a bookcase , but I don ’ t want to buy a new one . ", Are you having any luck ? Are you having any luck ? , Not really . There aren ’ t any used bookcases listed . But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday . I think I ’ ll go to them . Not really . There aren ’ t any used bookcases listed . But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday . I think I ’ ll go to them . , Do you mind if I go with you ? Do you mind if I go with you ? , Not at all . These private sales are great places to bargain . And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk . Not at all . These private sales are great places to bargain . And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk . ," I learned to negotiate 9 from my mother . I thought I was pretty good at bargaining , but I had a problem the other day at Kimble ’ s Department Store . " " I learned to negotiate 9 from my mother . I thought I was pretty good at bargaining , but I had a problem the other day at Kimble ’ s Department Store . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," I wanted to buy a beautiful wool sweater for my girlfriend . It was priced at forty dollars , so I started by offering the salesclerk thirty . " "Hi , Boss ! I'd like to tell you what we've discussed during the day . ", Okay . Is all going well ? Okay . Is all going well ? ," I think it's going very well , actually . We had a long meeting with them . After several lengthy discussions they decided to accept our offer . " " I think it's going very well , actually . We had a long meeting with them . After several lengthy discussions they decided to accept our offer . ", Really ? That's great . You really did a good job . Anything else to tell me ? Really ? That's great . You really did a good job . Anything else to tell me ? ," We're meeting with their finance director today and then with the other directors tomorrow , just to sort out some final details . " " We're meeting with their finance director today and then with the other directors tomorrow , just to sort out some final details . "," OK . If he wants to make any changes , minor alternations can be accepted . Let me know what happens . " " OK . If he wants to make any changes , minor alternations can be accepted . Let me know what happens . ", OK . I never forget it . "Hi , Mark ! Hi , do you have a minute ? "," Oh , I'm sorry , Nigel . I'm rushing to a meet right now . " " Oh , I'm sorry , Nigel . I'm rushing to a meet right now . "," Sure , no problem . Can we fix a time to talk later ? " " Sure , no problem . Can we fix a time to talk later ? "," Sure , but this week is crazy for me . Can we make it next Monday ? " " Sure , but this week is crazy for me . Can we make it next Monday ? "," Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday ! " " Ok , see you 10 o'clock next Monday ! ", That's fine . See you then . "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? ", Good morning . I have a reservation for a single room with a bath here . Good morning . I have a reservation for a single room with a bath here . ," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", John Bradley . John Bradley . ," Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ? " " Just a moment , sir , while I look through our list . Yes , we do have a reservation for you , Mr . Bradley . Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you ? "," Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ? " " Yes , can I borrow your pen for a minute please ? ", Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . , What should I fill in under the room number ? What should I fill in under the room number ? , You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on . You can just skip that . I will put in the room number for you later on . , Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly . Here you are . I think I have filled out everything correctly . ," Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ? " " Let me see , name , address , nationality , forwarding address , passport number , place of issue , signature and date of departure . Oh , here sir . You forgot to put that date of your departure . Here let me fill it in for you . Are you leaving in ... ? ", Oct 24th . Oct 24th . ," Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk . " " Now everything is in order . Mr . Bradley , your room number is 6020 . It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night . Here is your key card with all the information on your booking , the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it . Please make sure that you have it with you all the time . You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars . You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk . "," Ok , I will take good care of it . " " Ok , I will take good care of it . "," And now if you are ready Mr.Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room . " " And now if you are ready Mr.Bradley , I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room . "," Yes , I am ready . Thank you . " " Yes , I am ready . Thank you . ", I hope you enjoy your stay with us . I hope you enjoy your stay with us . , I will try . "This is my admission card , and these are the books . "," OK , a moment , please . " " OK , a moment , please . "," By the way , can I renew the borrowing ? " " By the way , can I renew the borrowing ? ", For which one ? For which one ? ," Sense and Sensibility , English version . " " Sense and Sensibility , English version . "," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Can I just do it here ? Can I just do it here ? , Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter . Sorry . No . You should go to the other counter . ," OK , thanks . " " OK , thanks . "," Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it . " " Sorry , this biography is over the deadline . You should pay extra for it . "," I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ? " " I was thinking of buying this from the bookstore when my father got this from the library ... anyway , how much should I pay ? "," 3 Yuan , please . " " 3 Yuan , please . ", Here you are . Thanks . Here you are . Thanks . , You are welcome . See you next time . Would you like to order anything else ? ," No , I'm good . All we need now is our check . " " No , I'm good . All we need now is our check . ", The waitress is walking over here with our check even as we speak . The waitress is walking over here with our check even as we speak . ," I have never had bad service at this restaurant , but this time was really exceptional . " " I have never had bad service at this restaurant , but this time was really exceptional . "," Yes , she really went out of her way to make this a pleasant dining experience . " " Yes , she really went out of her way to make this a pleasant dining experience . ", Let's take a look at our bill . The total price for our dinner is $ 36.00 . Let's take a look at our bill . The total price for our dinner is $ 36.00 . , How much money should we leave for a tip ? How much money should we leave for a tip ? ," I know that 15 % is a normal tip , but I really thought that this waitress went out of her way for us . What do you think about tipping her 20 % ? " " I know that 15 % is a normal tip , but I really thought that this waitress went out of her way for us . What do you think about tipping her 20 % ? ", She definitely deserves 20 % for a tip . She definitely deserves 20 % for a tip . , So we can add her tip of $ 7.20 to the bill of $ 36.00 and the total will be $ 43.20 . So we can add her tip of $ 7.20 to the bill of $ 36.00 and the total will be $ 43.20 . ," Yes , what a wonderful meal ! " " Yes , what a wonderful meal ! ", It absolutely was a great meal . We'll have to return here for lunch sometime . I would love to rent out your apartment . , That ’ s great . That ’ s great . , How much is the rent ? How much is the rent ? , The rent each month is $ 1050 . The rent each month is $ 1050 . , That ’ s a lot of money . That ’ s a lot of money . , Did you have a better price in mind ? Did you have a better price in mind ? , What about $ 800 ? What about $ 800 ? , That ’ s way too low . That ’ s way too low . , I can ’ t pay much more than that . I can ’ t pay much more than that . , How about $ 900 a month ? How about $ 900 a month ? , That would be fine . That would be fine . , Great . It was a pleasure doing business with you . I wonder if you could help me find something for my daughter . , Do you think she'd like a laptop ? Do you think she'd like a laptop ? , I think that would be perfect . I think that would be perfect . , A Mac is something most people appreciate . A Mac is something most people appreciate . ," In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ? " " In fact , she prefers Macs . How much is one ? "," Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 . " " Our 15 - inch Pro will cost you only $ 2,100 . ", She's going to be so happy . Let me have one . She's going to be so happy . Let me have one . , You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ? You've made a good decision . How would you like to pay ? , I'll pay for it with my VISA . I'll pay for it with my VISA . ," It's all yours after you sign here , please . " " It's all yours after you sign here , please . ", Are there any extras that she needs ? Are there any extras that she needs ? ," This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again . " " This is good to go . If she wants accessories , just visit us again . ", You've been so helpful . Thank you . You've been so helpful . Thank you . ," Have a nice day , and thank you for shopping here . " Are you a soccer fan ? ," Yes , I am . I like to watch soccer games on TV , but I don ’ t play . I watched every game of the 2002 World Cup . " " Yes , I am . I like to watch soccer games on TV , but I don ’ t play . I watched every game of the 2002 World Cup . ", Which team is your favorite ? Which team is your favorite ? ," Italian . They played very well , but they were not very lucky . " " Italian . They played very well , but they were not very lucky . ", I like the Brazilians . They are the real champions . Are you a good driver ? ," Yes , I'm rather good at driving . " " Yes , I'm rather good at driving . ", I need you to teach me how to drive . I need you to teach me how to drive . ," Yes , but do you have your learner's permit ? " " Yes , but do you have your learner's permit ? "," Yes , I have it . " " Yes , I have it . ", Have you ever driven a car before ? Have you ever driven a car before ? ," I drove a car before , but only once . " " I drove a car before , but only once . ", Are you aware of all the controls in the car ? Are you aware of all the controls in the car ? , I already know all of them . I already know all of them . , When would you like me to start teaching you ? When would you like me to start teaching you ? , When do you have time ? When do you have time ? ," Call me tomorrow , and we'll get started . " What sort of problems do you have with these machines ? ," They're quite complex machines and they have a lot of different components . We need to check the metal casing regularly for any signs of corrosion . We also check the brushes once a fortnight to make sure they aren't worn down . It's important to make sure everything is properly aligned and we adjust it if necessary . There is a canvas belt at the end of the assembly line . If it gets wet , it might rot so we check that regularly too . " What's Beijing like ? , It ’ s big and exciting but noisy . It ’ s big and exciting but noisy . , What can I see in Beijing ? What can I see in Beijing ? , You can see the Forbidden City . You can see the Forbidden City . , What ’ s it like ? What ’ s it like ? , It ’ s beautiful but crowded . What do you think of this suit ? Do I look good or what ? ," You look great ! However , I think you are a little over dressed for dinner . " " You look great ! However , I think you are a little over dressed for dinner . ", Didn't they say we're going to the Ritz ? Didn't they say we're going to the Ritz ? ," Yes , but not the Ritz Carlton , the "" Ritz "" is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor . " " Yes , but not the Ritz Carlton , the "" Ritz "" is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor . "," In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes . " " In that case , let me make a quick change into my street clothes . ", I'll wait right here for you Superman . I'll wait right here for you Superman . , Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz ! Ta da ! Let's go to the Ritz ! , Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit ? Don't you feel a little strange taking the place of your old boss after he was demoted ? ," Yes , at first I felt very awkward . After Bill was demoted and then resigned , it was kind of like somebody died ! I mean the atmosphere in the office was like a funeral parlor or something . And then I was afraid people would look at me as a traitor for filling in his spot when the management asked me to ... " " Yes , at first I felt very awkward . After Bill was demoted and then resigned , it was kind of like somebody died ! I mean the atmosphere in the office was like a funeral parlor or something . And then I was afraid people would look at me as a traitor for filling in his spot when the management asked me to ... ", Did they mutiny ? Did they mutiny ? ," Thankful , no . I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career . I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor . After a couple weeks , it was like nothing happened . " " Thankful , no . I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career . I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor . After a couple weeks , it was like nothing happened . ", It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them . It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work . supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them . ," Yeah , and they also take the blame , that's what happened to my old boss ... " Guess what I just heard ? , What ? What ? , The boss is planning to sell the company . The boss is planning to sell the company . , You must be joking ! I need a room for a few days . , That won't be a problem . Could you please tell me your name ? That won't be a problem . Could you please tell me your name ? , John Sandals . That's S A N D A L S . John Sandals . That's S A N D A L S . ," Sir , I'm Michelle , and I run the front desk . Please tell me the days you'll be here . " " Sir , I'm Michelle , and I run the front desk . Please tell me the days you'll be here . "," I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th . " " I'll be there in April Friday through Monday , the 14th through the 17th . "," We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ? " " We recently changed many things here , sir , including our prices . Do you mind , sir ? ", Possibly . What's the actual price ? Possibly . What's the actual price ? , The price will be $ 308 a night . The price will be $ 308 a night . , $ 308 ! That's not bad . $ 308 ! That's not bad . ," Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ? " " Very good . Now , Mr . Sandals , about the room , smoking or nonsmoking ? "," Nonsmoking , definitely ! " " Nonsmoking , definitely ! "," Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ? " " Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking . Now , does a queen sound okay ? "," Yes , that'll be just fine . " " Yes , that'll be just fine . "," One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number . " " One more second , sir . Your reservation is now verified , so all I need is your phone number . ", It's 626-555-1739 . It's 626-555-1739 . ," Let me repeat that 626-555-1739 . Okay , sir , we look forward to seeing you in April ! " Jack's been looking unhappy lately . , His girlfriend broke up with him . His girlfriend broke up with him . ," No wonder ! I'd be unhappy , too . " "Are the children all grown up now , Rose ? "," Oh , yes . Laura ’ s the oldest . She ’ s a computer programmer . " " Oh , yes . Laura ’ s the oldest . She ’ s a computer programmer . "," Oh , very interesting . And what about Rita ? She was such a bright child — always reading . " " Oh , very interesting . And what about Rita ? She was such a bright child — always reading . ", She ’ s a librarian at the public library . She ’ s a librarian at the public library . , Really ? And Chris ? She was a very pretty little girl . Really ? And Chris ? She was a very pretty little girl . , Christy is working as a waitress at a restaurant in Paris . She ’ s married to a French photographer . Christy is working as a waitress at a restaurant in Paris . She ’ s married to a French photographer . ," Oh , how interesting . And what about Larry and Rocky ? " " Oh , how interesting . And what about Larry and Rocky ? ", Larry drives a truck . He drives all over the country . We hardly ever seen him . Larry drives a truck . He drives all over the country . We hardly ever seen him . , Really ? Where does he live now ? Really ? Where does he live now ? , Colorado . Colorado . ," And does Rocky drive a truck , too ? " " And does Rocky drive a truck , too ? "," Oh , no . Rocky is a pilot . " " Oh , no . Rocky is a pilot . ", Really ? Where does he fly ? Does he fly to other countries ? Really ? Where does he fly ? Does he fly to other countries ? , Yes . Mostly to England and France . "About my driving test , did I do well ? ", You did a fabulous job . You did a fabulous job . , Are you telling me that I passed the test ? Are you telling me that I passed the test ? , That's what I'm telling you . That's what I'm telling you . , What did I mess up on ? What did I mess up on ? , You did mess up a little on one thing . You did mess up a little on one thing . , Tell me . Tell me . , You had a little trouble on your parallel parking . You had a little trouble on your parallel parking . , That's not easy for me . That's not easy for me . , That's something that you really need to work on . That's something that you really need to work on . , Am I still going to get my license ? Am I still going to get my license ? , You're still going to get it . We ’ re going to need a lot of new stuff after the holidays . Let ’ s make a list . ," Fine , Mr . Richardson . What do you have in mind ? " " Fine , Mr . Richardson . What do you have in mind ? "," Well , to begin with , we ’ re going to have to get a new desk for you and I ’ d like to replace that old typewriter . " " Well , to begin with , we ’ re going to have to get a new desk for you and I ’ d like to replace that old typewriter . ", Yes ! I agree ! We could really use another one ! I ’ ll get on that right away ! What else would you like to order ? "I'm sorry , but I can't go . ", Why not ? Why not ? , I have to see my daughter . I have to see my daughter . , When poyou have to see her ? When poyou have to see her ? , I have an appointment at one fifteen . "Good morning , Japan Airline domestic reservations . Can I help you ? ", Yes . I Would like make a reservation to Huston for tomorrow . Yes . I Would like make a reservation to Huston for tomorrow . ," The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm . So you don't need a reservation . Seats are available on a ' first come , first served ' basis . " " The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm . So you don't need a reservation . Seats are available on a ' first come , first served ' basis . "," Oh , that's quite convenient . Thank you . " Can you go to the store for me ? ," Sure , I can go to the store for you . What do you need ? " " Sure , I can go to the store for you . What do you need ? "," Just a couple things , here's a list . " " Just a couple things , here's a list . ", Is there anything else that you want me to pick up ? Is there anything else that you want me to pick up ? ," No , I think that's all that I need . " " No , I think that's all that I need . ", Is there any other place you would like me to go to for you ? Is there any other place you would like me to go to for you ? ," If you can , could you pick up my prescription for me ? " " If you can , could you pick up my prescription for me ? "," Sure , no problem . Is your prescription ready ? " " Sure , no problem . Is your prescription ready ? ", I think so . It should be . I think so . It should be . ," Okay , I'll pick it up for you . " " Okay , I'll pick it up for you . ", Thank you so much . Thank you so much . , You're welcome . "Excuse me , sir , the toilet in my room doesn't flush . "," I am sorry , sir . Can you tell me your room number ? " " I am sorry , sir . Can you tell me your room number ? ", 812 . 812 . , Is there anything else I can do for you ? Is there anything else I can do for you ? , The tap is always driving . I can't sleep well . The tap is always driving . I can't sleep well . ," OK , we will send a repairman to your room right now . " Excuse me . Is this seat taken ? , I'm afraid so . Are you ready for your big interview tomorrow ? , What ’ s to get ready ? What ’ s to get ready ? , Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ? Lots ! Have you done any research about the company ? , Nope . Nope . , Have you updated your CV ? Have you updated your CV ? , Nope . I would like to check out now.My room number is 712 . ," Let me see , Mr . Lee.right ? How would like to pay your bill ? " " Let me see , Mr . Lee.right ? How would like to pay your bill ? ", Do you accept traveler's checks ? Do you accept traveler's checks ? , Yes . Yes . , Here you are . "Mary , can you tell me how you keep in shape ? ", You'll never be in shape until you eat less and take more exercise . You'll never be in shape until you eat less and take more exercise . ," Now , tell me what you often eat . " " Now , tell me what you often eat . ", I often eat fish and eggs . I often eat fish and eggs . , Do you eat a lot of vegetables ? Do you eat a lot of vegetables ? ," Oh yes , and fruits . I love fruits very much . " " Oh yes , and fruits . I love fruits very much . ", What do you like to drink ? What do you like to drink ? ," Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea . " " Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea . ", Whatever would you like to drink ? Whatever would you like to drink ? , I drink a lot of milk . I drink milk almost every day . I drink a lot of milk . I drink milk almost every day . , How often do you exercise ? How often do you exercise ? ," Well , I walk every day . " " Well , I walk every day . ", It's a good diet and a regular exercise . It's a good diet and a regular exercise . ," Yes , quite right . " "I want a pair of sports shoes , Adidas . ", What size do you want ? What size do you want ? , I wear size 40 . I wear size 40 . , How about this one ? It's the latest design . How about this one ? It's the latest design . ," Oh , I like the color . " "Hey , Mary . We're back . Have you eaten yet ? ", I had some bread for breakfast . I had some bread for breakfast . , Let's go out for brunch . Let's go out for brunch . , Brunch ? Brunch ? ," It is a meal that combines breakfast and lunch . On Sundays , many Americans sleep late and go out for brunch . Those who go to church without having breakfast have brunch also . " " It is a meal that combines breakfast and lunch . On Sundays , many Americans sleep late and go out for brunch . Those who go to church without having breakfast have brunch also . "," Actually , many Taiwanese wake up late on Sunday mornings , too . It may be a good idea for them to eat brunch instead of eating breakfast and lunch . " Have you read the new rules about using cell phone at work ? ," Yes , not bad . Like turn your cell phone ringer off and find a private place to make calls which it ’ s showing your respect to your co-workers . " " Yes , not bad . Like turn your cell phone ringer off and find a private place to make calls which it ’ s showing your respect to your co-workers . "," Well , but for this one , don ’ t bring your cell phone to meetings , I think it is not reasonable . What if there are some important calls ? " " Well , but for this one , don ’ t bring your cell phone to meetings , I think it is not reasonable . What if there are some important calls ? "," Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion . " " Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion . ", I didn ’ t pay attention to that . What kind of jobs have you had ? ," I worked as a personnel manager in a state-owned company , and then I transferred to a joint venture as a sales manager . So I am familiar with the exile market in China . " " I worked as a personnel manager in a state-owned company , and then I transferred to a joint venture as a sales manager . So I am familiar with the exile market in China . ", How did your previous employers treat you ? How did your previous employers treat you ? , They treated me very well . We cooperated harmoniously and respected each other . They treated me very well . We cooperated harmoniously and respected each other . , What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? , I have learned some skills about how to deal with clients and how to behave myself as a personnel manager . I have learned some skills about how to deal with clients and how to behave myself as a personnel manager . ," When you worked in your previous company , which did you prefer , working with other people or by yourself ? " " When you worked in your previous company , which did you prefer , working with other people or by yourself ? "," I prefered working with other colleagues when I worked in my previous company . I think teamwork and cooperation are very important . No matter how competent he or she is in a company , he can't do without them . " Did you hear about Neil ? ," No , what ? " " No , what ? ", I hear that he's quitting . I hear that he's quitting . , You're kidding ! You're kidding ! , I'm afraid not ! Now this is just between you and me . How's business ? , So so . "How do you do , Mr.Smith ? This is Lili . I'm calling to thank you for the wonderful dinner we had yesterday . I enjoyed it very much . ", You're welcome . I'd like you to join us for dinner again sometime . You're welcome . I'd like you to join us for dinner again sometime . ," Thank you , Mr.Smith . I'm returning to China today . " " Thank you , Mr.Smith . I'm returning to China today . ", Today ? Today ? ," Yes . I appreciate all help and in particular , all the time that you've spent on my account during my stay here . " " Yes . I appreciate all help and in particular , all the time that you've spent on my account during my stay here . ", Don't mention it . I am pleased to help you . Don't mention it . I am pleased to help you . ," If there's anything that I can help you in the future , please let me know . " " If there's anything that I can help you in the future , please let me know . ", I'll do that.Thank you.Have a safe trip home . Could we have the honor of you presence of the meeting ? ," I'm awfully sorry , I have other plan . " " I'm awfully sorry , I have other plan . ", Would you prefer some other time ? Would you prefer some other time ? , I'd love to come other time if it can be arranged . I'd love to come other time if it can be arranged . , Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ? Are you quite sure you can come next Tuesday ? ," Certainly , I'll be going . " " Certainly , I'll be going . ", What time am I supposed to pick you up ? What time am I supposed to pick you up ? , I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock . I'll be waiting for you in our office about nine o'clock . , OK . "Well , I've got to go . See you later . ", See you . Have a nice day ! See you . Have a nice day ! ," Thanks , you too . " Ouch ! , Are you all right ? Are you all right ? ," Yeah , I just bumped into the table . " Is this Mr.Smith ' s residence ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", My name is Paul.Is Mr.Smith in ? My name is Paul.Is Mr.Smith in ? ," Yes , he is . " Can you make a suit for me to measure ? , Sure . What about the cloth over there ? It's in fashion . Sure . What about the cloth over there ? It's in fashion . , That's fine . That's fine . , Come here and I will measure you . Come here and I will measure you . , OK . What is life ? , Don't ask such a question . You know it has no certain answer . Everyone knows it is in his heart . Don't ask such a question . You know it has no certain answer . Everyone knows it is in his heart . , Then do you think that life is arranged by something above us . Then do you think that life is arranged by something above us . ," Maybe , the whirligig of time , who knows ? " " Maybe , the whirligig of time , who knows ? ", Right . Where did you go yesterday ? , I went to play tennis in the public park . I went to play tennis in the public park . , How often do you play tennis ? How often do you play tennis ? , Twice a week . How about you ? Twice a week . How about you ? , I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball . I seldom play tennis . I prefer football and basketball . , But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together . But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together . , I usually play with my schoolmates . I usually play with my schoolmates . , Do you like watching football matches ? Do you like watching football matches ? ," Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday . " " Yes , I went to the Than He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday . "," Oh , I watched it on television . It was an exciting match . " "Excuse me , what time is the next train to New York ? ", Half past 11 . Half past 11 . , Is it a through one ? Is it a through one ? ," No , it's an express . " " No , it's an express . "," Well , please give me a first class ticket . " Excuse me . Check please . ," OK , how was everything ? " " OK , how was everything ? ", Very nice . Thank you . Very nice . Thank you . , Would you like this to-go ? Would you like this to-go ? ," Yes , can you put it in a plastic bag ? " " Yes , can you put it in a plastic bag ? "," Sure , no problem . Here you are . That'll be 25 dollars . " " Sure , no problem . Here you are . That'll be 25 dollars . ", Do you take credit cards ? Do you take credit cards ? ," Yes , we accept Visa and MasterCard . " " Yes , we accept Visa and MasterCard . "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . ", Thanks . I'll be right back . Thanks . I'll be right back . , OK . OK . , Here's your receipt . Here's your receipt . , Thank you . Thank you . , You're welcome . Please come again . "Daniel , you know ? Lisa has invited us to have dinner this afternoon . ", Really ? Let ’ s hit the road . Can I help you ? ," Yes , do you have any rooms available ? " " Yes , do you have any rooms available ? ", A single ? A single ? , No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car . No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car . ," Please fill out this form , sir . " " Please fill out this form , sir . ", Ok ... Here you are . Ok ... Here you are . , Here are your keys . Check out time is noon . Here are your keys . Check out time is noon . , Is breakfast included ? Is breakfast included ? , No . "I am sorry to say this , but I seem to have lost the key to the safe . ", Where do you think you lost it ? Outside the hotel ? Where do you think you lost it ? Outside the hotel ? ," Yes , I believe so.How should I compensate for this ? " " Yes , I believe so.How should I compensate for this ? "," I'm afraid , ma'am , you have to pay U . S . $ 100 since you lost the key . " " I'm afraid , ma'am , you have to pay U . S . $ 100 since you lost the key . ", What ! One hundred U . S . dollars.Is it covered by the insurance ? What ! One hundred U . S . dollars.Is it covered by the insurance ? , I'm afraid no.It is not covered by this insurance . I think I need a new notebook . ," Why ? Is there some new , cool computer out on the market ? " " Why ? Is there some new , cool computer out on the market ? ", You bet there is . Feast your eyes on this puppy ! You bet there is . Feast your eyes on this puppy ! , That's a notebook ? That's a notebook ? , Believe it ! Believe it ! ," It looks more like a toy , or a cool briefcase ! " "Excuse me , I'm looking for your English textbooks . "," They're right over there , next to the dictionaries . " " They're right over there , next to the dictionaries . ", Do you have any textbooks to help improve students ' reading skills ? Do you have any textbooks to help improve students ' reading skills ? ," Let ' s see . These books here focus on grammar , and those are mainly for conversation practice ... Here we are . This book has short passages for students to read and answer questions about . " " Let ' s see . These books here focus on grammar , and those are mainly for conversation practice ... Here we are . This book has short passages for students to read and answer questions about . ", Great . That ' s just the sort of thing I'm looking for . Thanks . What happened ? , It was just a misunderstanding . "Hello , Hanson . Today I come to say goodbye to you , for I'm going back to London tomorrow . "," No , not so soon . Couldn ’ t I persuade you to stay a couple of days more ? " " No , not so soon . Couldn ’ t I persuade you to stay a couple of days more ? ", Much as I wish to but I really can ’ t . I've already booked the flight . Much as I wish to but I really can ’ t . I've already booked the flight . , I hope this won ’ t be our last meeting . I hope this won ’ t be our last meeting . , Of course not . You can come to London to visit me in future . And I also will come here if I have a chance . Of course not . You can come to London to visit me in future . And I also will come here if I have a chance . , I will miss you . I will miss you . ," I will miss you , too . You're really a good friend . " " I will miss you , too . You're really a good friend . ", It's a pity that I'm too busy to see you off tomorrow . It's a pity that I'm too busy to see you off tomorrow . , It doesn't matter . It doesn't matter . , Take care of yourself and remember to keep in touch . Take care of yourself and remember to keep in touch . , I will . I will . , Goodbye and have a good flight . Goodbye and have a good flight . , Thankyou . Goodbye ! I'm starving . Let's get something to eat . , Can we go somewhere nearby ? I don't feel like walking too far . Can we go somewhere nearby ? I don't feel like walking too far . , Sure . What kind of food do you like ? Sure . What kind of food do you like ? , I mean the food for something spicy . I mean the food for something spicy . , How about some Korean food ? There's a place right there on the corner . How about some Korean food ? There's a place right there on the corner . , That sounds great . I love Korean food . We want to order some of these products . ," Mr . Thomas , this is a standard size . " " Mr . Thomas , this is a standard size . ", Can you supply us right away ? Can you supply us right away ? ," Yes , we have plenty on hand right now . " " Yes , we have plenty on hand right now . "," Good , we'll take 500 suits . " " Good , we'll take 500 suits . "," OK , thanks for the order . " Do you give me a bonus ? ," Yes . We don ’ t give bonus every month , but we offer semi-annual bonuses . " " Yes . We don ’ t give bonus every month , but we offer semi-annual bonuses . ", Do you allow any commission ? Do you allow any commission ? , Yes . Commission will be given on the basis of your sales revenue . And the percentage will be 2 % of your total revenue . "Hello , this is Steven . May I speak to Mr . Xu ? "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . ", I need to make an appointment with you today . I need to make an appointment with you today . , OK . What time is it ? OK . What time is it ? , 3 o'ctock this afternoon . 3 o'ctock this afternoon . , I ’ m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ’ clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ? I ’ m afraid I'll be tied up at 3 o ’ clock this afternoon . Could you make it 5 o'clock this afternoon ? , Yes . That would be better . Yes . That would be better . , Fine . Good-bye . Fine . Good-bye . , Good-bye . "Like a cat on hot bricks , as you might say . I don ’ t believe you are listening at all . "," Sorry , I just worried about him . You know , he should be here an hour ago . " " Sorry , I just worried about him . You know , he should be here an hour ago . "," Don ’ t worry him , he has been grown up and I think he can take himself very well . " " Don ’ t worry him , he has been grown up and I think he can take himself very well . ", But he still does not come back . But he still does not come back . , Maybe he is on the way home now . Hey ! What happened ? ! My song was only half way through and it skipped to the next song . , I don't know what happened ! I don't know what happened ! ," You cancelled the song , didn't you , Jack ? " " You cancelled the song , didn't you , Jack ? "," No , I didn't . Really ! " " No , I didn't . Really ! "," Then , is the machine broken or ... " "Mr Ludlow , hello . It's good to see you again . What can we do for you today ? "," Hello , I'm sorry it's been such a long time . I've been away on business . I'd like to discount this . " " Hello , I'm sorry it's been such a long time . I've been away on business . I'd like to discount this . ", No problem . Could I please see the bill and all of the other documents ? No problem . Could I please see the bill and all of the other documents ? ," Yeah , sure . Here they are . Take your time going through them , I'm in no hurry . " " Yeah , sure . Here they are . Take your time going through them , I'm in no hurry . "," There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now . " " There's no problem here , everything's in order . I can transact that for you now . "," Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ? " " Do I need to pay anything ? Like a handling fee , or something ? "," No , you don't need to pay anything on top . We just simply deduct the discounting interest . " "I have a little trouble , and I don't know how to deal with it . ", What's the matter ? Please tell me . Maybe I can help you . What's the matter ? Please tell me . Maybe I can help you . ," Tom wants me to write a recommendation letter for him , but I don't know how to write it . " " Tom wants me to write a recommendation letter for him , but I don't know how to write it . ", Don't worry . I know about this . Don't worry . I know about this . , Really ? Tell me without delay . Really ? Tell me without delay . ," First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name . " " First you should have a salutation , which can be the company's or a person's name . "," Well , I see . " " Well , I see . "," Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence . " " Then you can write about his performance in college , including his academic achievements and his competence . ", It's easy to write those . It's easy to write those . ," You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on . " " You can also state his personality traits , hobbies and relationships with schoolmates and so on . ", Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy . Tom got along well with classmates . He is really a good boy . , You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter . You can write all his strengths in the recommendation letter . , What should I write except these ? What should I write except these ? ," You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter " " You should also state that you are his class president , so you are qualified to write this recommendation letter "," OK , I will remember . " That's the transfer completed . Can I do anything else for you today ? ," Yes . I want to deposit some money into my Savings Account , please . " " Yes . I want to deposit some money into my Savings Account , please . "," Could I have your Savings Book and the money , please . You are making a deposit of 800 RIB , is that correct ? " " Could I have your Savings Book and the money , please . You are making a deposit of 800 RIB , is that correct ? ", Correct . Correct . , Please enter your PIN number on the keypad . Please enter your PIN number on the keypad . , There we go . Thanks very much . Will you be voting ? , Yes . Will you ? Yes . Will you ? , I already have . I already have . , How did you do that ? How did you do that ? , I mailed in an absentee ballot . I mailed in an absentee ballot . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , I can ’ t vote on Tuesday . I can ’ t vote on Tuesday . , What ’ s the reason for that ? What ’ s the reason for that ? , I have to go to work . I have to go to work . , You can just go to work after you vote . You can just go to work after you vote . , I need to take care of some business that morning . I need to take care of some business that morning . , I get it now . "Nice and warm again , isn ’ t it ? "," Oh , it ’ s lovely . Think of the nasty weather we had last week . " " Oh , it ’ s lovely . Think of the nasty weather we had last week . ", How are you these days ? How are you these days ? ," Fine , thank you . And you ? " " Fine , thank you . And you ? "," Fine today , though a bit under the weather last week . " "Good afternoon , Lincoln Corporate Services . Lina speaking , how may I help ? "," Hello , Lina . I'm calling about your new PIN scheme . I'm new to all of this , so some of my questions may sound a little ignorant ... " " Hello , Lina . I'm calling about your new PIN scheme . I'm new to all of this , so some of my questions may sound a little ignorant ... "," That's not a problem , I'm more than happy to explain everything in laymen's terms . PIN stands for Personal Internet Banking . You can do all of your usual banking using the Internet , no need to call " " That's not a problem , I'm more than happy to explain everything in laymen's terms . PIN stands for Personal Internet Banking . You can do all of your usual banking using the Internet , no need to call ", I see . How about buying and selling items ? I see . How about buying and selling items ? ," We can take care of that for you , too . You can get all of your usual banking services plus some new extra ones . As this service is net bases , you can do it anywhere . " " We can take care of that for you , too . You can get all of your usual banking services plus some new extra ones . As this service is net bases , you can do it anywhere . "," That's good to know , because I do travel quite frequently . " I'm hungry . Let's go to the snack bar . ," ok , what unusual food do you want to try ? " " ok , what unusual food do you want to try ? ", I am going to try Gado Gado . I am going to try Gado Gado . , what's that ? what's that ? , it's a kind of rice ball that is made in Malaysia . What about you ? it's a kind of rice ball that is made in Malaysia . What about you ? , I don't know . I don't know what most of this food is ! I don't know . I don't know what most of this food is ! ," do you want noodles , vegetables , rice , meat , seafood , beans , or dessert ? " " do you want noodles , vegetables , rice , meat , seafood , beans , or dessert ? ", I'd like to have some vegetables first . I'd like to have some vegetables first . , have you ever tried tempura ? have you ever tried tempura ? ," no , what is it ? " " no , what is it ? "," it's deep fried vegetables , which is commonly eaten in Japan . " " it's deep fried vegetables , which is commonly eaten in Japan . ", what do you use to eat it ? what do you use to eat it ? ," most people eat tempura with chopsticks , but you can use a fork if you don't know how to use chopsticks . " " most people eat tempura with chopsticks , but you can use a fork if you don't know how to use chopsticks . ", that sounds great . Do you know if there are any vegetable dishes that are spicy ? that sounds great . Do you know if there are any vegetable dishes that are spicy ? ," let me think . You could get an Indian or Thai vegetable curry , or you could get some Kimchi . " " let me think . You could get an Indian or Thai vegetable curry , or you could get some Kimchi . ", I'll try all of those . How do you know so much about International food ? I'll try all of those . How do you know so much about International food ? , I used to buy lunch every day from the International food stall at school . Every day was an adventure ! Please point out the painful place with your finger . Is there any relation between the pain and the weather ? ," Yes , the pain comes more intense when the weather is bad . And the pain comes intense when I walk too much . " " Yes , the pain comes more intense when the weather is bad . And the pain comes intense when I walk too much . ", Have you ever had any trauma ? Have you ever had any trauma ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . ", Does the pian become more intense at night ? Does the pian become more intense at night ? ," Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too . " " Yes , ti does . Just like a needle prick . Besides , the place that hurts often feels cold , too . ", Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ? Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree . I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree . ," By the way , does acupuncture hurt ? " " By the way , does acupuncture hurt ? "," Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ? " " Acupuncture may cause just a little pain , but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension . We'll try it every day for seven days . Will that be all right ? ", Yes . Let's start today . This will be your office here . ," Really ? Wow , it is great . " " Really ? Wow , it is great . ", We try to get everyone in the upper management team a nice office . We try to get everyone in the upper management team a nice office . , I suppose so . It's great . I suppose so . It's great . , I'm glad you like it . I'm glad you like it . ," Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ? " " Yes , is there a coffee machine around here ? "," Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room . " " Yes , we have a coffee machine and some other beverages in the break room . ", Where is the break room ? Where is the break room ? ," It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right . " " It's just down the hall , the fourth door on your right . ", Got it . Got it . , You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you . You can always call me if you need anything and I will get it for you . , Thank you . "Anita , I ’ Ve been here only three days and you ’ re leaving already . "," Just for a few weeks . I need this vacation . You ’ ll be all right . You know the project we ’ re working on , and you ’ re a good scientist . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money . " " Just for a few weeks . I need this vacation . You ’ ll be all right . You know the project we ’ re working on , and you ’ re a good scientist . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money . ", Gambling ? Where ? Gambling ? Where ? ," Las Vegas . I find gambling relaxing . I don ’ t take it seriously , the way some people do . Besides , I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town . The casinos never close , you know . " " Las Vegas . I find gambling relaxing . I don ’ t take it seriously , the way some people do . Besides , I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town . The casinos never close , you know . "," If you gamble all night , you ’ ll run out of money in a few days . " What else should we do now after the floors are done and after the furniture is in ? , We need to redo the curtains and paint all the walls and ceilings . We need to redo the curtains and paint all the walls and ceilings . , I'm the painter . You can be in charge of going to curtain shops to choose curtains . That will probably be pretty expensive too . Having good curtains made isn't cheap . I'm the painter . You can be in charge of going to curtain shops to choose curtains . That will probably be pretty expensive too . Having good curtains made isn't cheap . , You mean we can't just buy curtains already made ? You mean we can't just buy curtains already made ? ," Absolutely not . The windows must be measured , and then the curtains need to be made professionally . So that will take a while . Maybe a month or so . " " Absolutely not . The windows must be measured , and then the curtains need to be made professionally . So that will take a while . Maybe a month or so . "," While the curtains are being made , I can start having people look at the kitchen . I can't stand that old kitchen . I won't be able to cook there . I don't want to use that electric stove . " " While the curtains are being made , I can start having people look at the kitchen . I can't stand that old kitchen . I won't be able to cook there . I don't want to use that electric stove . ", We need to find an interior decorating company to redecorate the kitchen . I believe in Portland there are shops that specialize in kitchen renovation . I will look in the Yellow Pages . I'd like a kitchen mostly in ivory and light green . We need to find an interior decorating company to redecorate the kitchen . I believe in Portland there are shops that specialize in kitchen renovation . I will look in the Yellow Pages . I'd like a kitchen mostly in ivory and light green . , I agree . The colors must be soft and pleasant . You should feel comfortable when you cook our dinners . I agree . The colors must be soft and pleasant . You should feel comfortable when you cook our dinners . ," Me ? Cook our dinners ? Hah ! You will be cooking , dear . You will cook . " " Me ? Cook our dinners ? Hah ! You will be cooking , dear . You will cook . "," No , I don't think so . I'll be too busy having tea in our new tea room . " " No , I don't think so . I'll be too busy having tea in our new tea room . "," Well , I suppose we'll have to hire a cook then . So you won't be able to afford any clothes next year . " " Well , I suppose we'll have to hire a cook then . So you won't be able to afford any clothes next year . ", And you'll have to sell your motorcycle . And your cameras . Right ? And you'll have to sell your motorcycle . And your cameras . Right ? , Maybe I'll cook once or twice a week . How is that ? Maybe I'll cook once or twice a week . How is that ? , Four times might be enough . Not once or twice . "Oh , gosh ! I feel everything around me is against me . ", Don't take it too hard . There are some tips you should know in job-hunting of 2010 . Don't take it too hard . There are some tips you should know in job-hunting of 2010 . ," Well , I am all ears . Maybe they are helpful . " " Well , I am all ears . Maybe they are helpful . "," Firstly , you must always show your best to the interviewer . And secondly , try to avoid spamming through e-mails , because this will make the reader go crazy . The last but not the least , there is no substitute for pounding the pavement in such a digital age . " " Firstly , you must always show your best to the interviewer . And secondly , try to avoid spamming through e-mails , because this will make the reader go crazy . The last but not the least , there is no substitute for pounding the pavement in such a digital age . "," I understand what you mean , and I will not upset myself . Face it . " " I understand what you mean , and I will not upset myself . Face it . ", Good luck to us . "Great Britain Airline , anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , are there any planes to Paris ? " " Yes , are there any planes to Paris ? "," Hold on please , I will check for you . Flight GB152 takes off every day at 13 " " Hold on please , I will check for you . Flight GB152 takes off every day at 13 "," Yes , please . And I'll need an economy class open return . " " Yes , please . And I'll need an economy class open return . ", OK . Don't forget to get your ticket three days ahead . How do you get along with your boss ? ," I had a terrific working relationship with my boss , even though we are very different people . Because I've had a number of bosses , I've come to realize that to make things work , you have to understand what's important to your boss . Then you have to do everything you can to support him ( or her ) . It's natural to think about your own agenda first , but if you help your boss , Ifs likely to move your agenda ahead at the same time . My last boss was great in that regard , she appreciated my efforts and rewarded me when I helped her accomplish her goals . " " I had a terrific working relationship with my boss , even though we are very different people . Because I've had a number of bosses , I've come to realize that to make things work , you have to understand what's important to your boss . Then you have to do everything you can to support him ( or her ) . It's natural to think about your own agenda first , but if you help your boss , Ifs likely to move your agenda ahead at the same time . My last boss was great in that regard , she appreciated my efforts and rewarded me when I helped her accomplish her goals . ", What do you think is important in your work ? What do you think is important in your work ? ," Many are important — intelligence , diligence , information and planning . But the most important , I think , is achieving results . " Do you know that John isn't going to come back to our school ? , Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? , He had moved and held a party on July 1st . He had moved and held a party on July 1st . , It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time . It's a pity that I was traveling around Europe at that time . ," Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends . " " Even he's not coming back to school anymore , you still can call him and meet him on weekends . ", You're right ! I will call him this weekend and meet him . Excuse me . Can I get a refund of my ticket ? I have to cancel my trip because I have something emergent to deal with . , Which train is the ticket for ? Which train is the ticket for ? , It is Train No . 249 . It will depart in four hours . It is Train No . 249 . It will depart in four hours . ," It is not too late . Pass your ticket to me , please . " " It is not too late . Pass your ticket to me , please . ", How much is the cancellation fee ? How much is the cancellation fee ? , Five Yuan . Five Yuan . , Thanks . Look out ! A small boy is rushing out blindly . ," Gee , how dangerous ! I've almost knocked him down . " " Gee , how dangerous ! I've almost knocked him down . ", You stopped just in time . Good for you ! You stopped just in time . Good for you ! , I braked as hard as I could . John hasn't got married up to now . , Don't you know that he has been carrying a torch for Mary for years ? Don't you know that he has been carrying a torch for Mary for years ? , Really ? Does Mary know that ? Really ? Does Mary know that ? , Of course not . Of course not . , How silly John is . "Excuse me , sir . What would you like to eat , Chinese food or western food ? ", I'd like to have Chinese food . I'd like to have Chinese food . , Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room ? Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room ? ," Right here , please . " " Right here , please . ", Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way . Please put down the table in front of you . It's more comfortable that way . ," Oh , thank you . So nice you are . " " Oh , thank you . So nice you are . "," It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ? " " It's my pleasure . What would you like to drink , milk , tea , coffee , orange juice or iced water ? ", I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ? I want a cup of bean milk . Do you have any ? ," Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal . " " Yes , here you are . Enjoy your meal . "," Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste . " " Thanks a lot . Oh , excuse me . Can I take two value meals ? And I want some chili paste . "," OK , enjoy yourself , sir . " " OK , enjoy yourself , sir . "," Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is . " " Oh , sorry to bother you . I want to know what kind of meat it is . ", It is beef . Do you like it ? It is beef . Do you like it ? , That's OK . Thanks very much . That's OK . Thanks very much . , You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help . You are welcome . Please press that button if you need any help . , OK . Which language do you speak ? ," Well , I studied French at school , but I ’ Ve forgotten most of it . I learnt some Russian while I was studying there and now I study Spanish in evening classes . Do you speak Japanese at home with your pa " " Well , I studied French at school , but I ’ Ve forgotten most of it . I learnt some Russian while I was studying there and now I study Spanish in evening classes . Do you speak Japanese at home with your pa "," Yes , I do . I ’ m learning Chinese now on the internet . " " Yes , I do . I ’ m learning Chinese now on the internet . ", How do you find studying a language on the internet ? How do you find studying a language on the internet ? ," It ’ s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ’ t too good . " " It ’ s not easy , particularly with listening and speaking , because sometimes the connection isn ’ t too good . ", I bet you find the character difficult to write ! I bet you find the character difficult to write ! ," Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ’ re easy for me . " " Actually , many of the characters are the same or very similar in both Chinese and Japanese , so they ’ re easy for me . "," So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ? " " So , you can read and write much better than you speak and understand other speakers , right ? ", Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ? Yes . How are the Spanish classes going ? ," In a way , it ’ s similar to your experience of learning Chinese . Some Spanish words are very similar to English ones . But I need to practise listening to native speakers and saying the words myself . " "You're having coffee , aren't you ? "," Yes , I always have coffee in the morning . " " Yes , I always have coffee in the morning . ", What are you going to have to eat ? What are you going to have to eat ? , I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast . What about you ? I'm going to order scrambled eggs and toast . What about you ? , That sounds good to me . I'll have the same . "Good evening , sir . I think we have reservations . Have you fixed them ? "," Let me see . Your name , please ? " " Let me see . Your name , please ? ", My name is Paul Harper . We are sorry to bring you so much trouble . , We hope that this dispute can be settled through friendly negotiation without its being submitted for arbitration . We hope that this dispute can be settled through friendly negotiation without its being submitted for arbitration . , Yes . That's what we want . What did you get for lunch today ? ," All I had was a sandwich , chips , and soda . " " All I had was a sandwich , chips , and soda . ", Where'd you get your food from ? Where'd you get your food from ? , I went to the cafeteria and bought it . I went to the cafeteria and bought it . , What sandwich did you order ? What sandwich did you order ? ," I ordered a ham sandwich , but they gave me a bologna sandwich instead . " " I ordered a ham sandwich , but they gave me a bologna sandwich instead . ", Was it any good ? Was it any good ? ," I enjoyed it , even though I had not asked for it . " " I enjoyed it , even though I had not asked for it . ", I ordered a sandwich there before . I ordered a sandwich there before . , Is that right ? Is that right ? ," Yeah , and they messed my order up too . " " Yeah , and they messed my order up too . "," That may be true , but I'm sure you enjoyed your sandwich . " Would you ring these up for me here ? , I would be happy to . Did you find everything you needed ? I would be happy to . Did you find everything you needed ? ," Yes , I did , thanks . " " Yes , I did , thanks . ", The total is 200 dollars . Would you like to put that on Sears card ? The total is 200 dollars . Would you like to put that on Sears card ? ," No , I'll pay for it in cash . " Good morning ! May I help you ? , Good morning ! Is Mr . Smith in ? I'm Cheng Jun from China National Petroleum Corporation . I'd like to see him . Good morning ! Is Mr . Smith in ? I'm Cheng Jun from China National Petroleum Corporation . I'd like to see him . , Do you have an appointment with Mr . Smith ? Do you have an appointment with Mr . Smith ? ," Am . No , I have an urgency to talk with him . " " Am . No , I have an urgency to talk with him . "," Wait a moment , please . I'll tell his secretary that you are here . " " Wait a moment , please . I'll tell his secretary that you are here . ", Thank you . Thank you . , I'm sorry . He is holding a meeting until ten o'clock . I'm sorry . He is holding a meeting until ten o'clock . , It's nine o'clock now . And I'll wait for him . May I try on this pair of shoes ? , Of course . What is your size ? Of course . What is your size ? , I think it's 35 . I think it's 35 . , OK . I'll get it for you . OK . I'll get it for you . ," Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable . " " Hmm , I don't feel very comfortable . "," Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ? " " Try this one , please . This is made of real leather and is very soft . How is it ? ", This is just right for me . I'll take this one . We will carry out the order when the purchase order gets here . ," Good . And because this is our initial order , and your products is so new , we would like to make a deal with you . " " Good . And because this is our initial order , and your products is so new , we would like to make a deal with you . "," Well , actually in most cases we don't talk about special deals , but since this one is so new I will listen to what you have to say . " " Well , actually in most cases we don't talk about special deals , but since this one is so new I will listen to what you have to say . "," We want to make this a trial order . If we can sell all the products in two months , we will pay for them ; if not , we will send them back to you . " " We want to make this a trial order . If we can sell all the products in two months , we will pay for them ; if not , we will send them back to you . ", I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back . I can't agree to that . My company will have to pay for both sending them and bringing them back . ," We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality . " " We promise that if the products are sold out in two months , we will place a repeat order right away , at the same quality . "," OK , I agree . But the repeat order can't have the same terms . " Hey Matt . I just got a job at a consulting firm . , Congratulations . That's great ! Congratulations . That's great ! , I'm so happy . I don't have to worry about finding a job and interviewing anymore . I'm so happy . I don't have to worry about finding a job and interviewing anymore . , When do you start ? When do you start ? , I start next Monday . I start next Monday . , You're going to have to put in a lot of hours you know . You're going to have to put in a lot of hours you know . ," I know . I'm a little nervous , but it's pretty exciting . " " I know . I'm a little nervous , but it's pretty exciting . ", I bet . You must be stoked . I bet . You must be stoked . , Yeah . I'm going to celebrate tonight . Wanna hang out ? Yeah . I'm going to celebrate tonight . Wanna hang out ? , Sure . It's on you right ? Sure . It's on you right ? , Of course . How about Toby ? Should we call him ? Of course . How about Toby ? Should we call him ? , I don't know . He's a little depressed . He's having a hard time finding a job right now . I don't know . He's a little depressed . He's having a hard time finding a job right now . ," I should still tell him . In the least , I can refer him to my company . It might help . " " I should still tell him . In the least , I can refer him to my company . It might help . ", That sounds like a good idea . I went to Jessie's birthday party yesterday . It was very good . , I didn't know about it . What did you do ? I didn't know about it . What did you do ? , We ate a lot of things . We played games and gave gifts to Jessie . We had a lot of fun . We ate a lot of things . We played games and gave gifts to Jessie . We had a lot of fun . , You were really lucky . You were really lucky . ," My birthday comes next month . I want to hold a birthday party , too . " " My birthday comes next month . I want to hold a birthday party , too . ", I hope I can go to your party . My son closed his ear to what I said . I don ’ t know what I should do . , You can twist his arm in order to have a control of him . You can twist his arm in order to have a control of him . , I cannot have the heart to do that . Do you sell washing machines ? , Yes . We ’ re having a special sale on this machine here . Yes . We ’ re having a special sale on this machine here . , Is that a Danish machine ? The name looks Danish . Is that a Danish machine ? The name looks Danish . , No . It ’ s Swedish . Would you like me to demonstrate it for you ? No . It ’ s Swedish . Would you like me to demonstrate it for you ? , Sure . I ’ d like to see how it washes . "Bill , your work is too messy . ", I'll pay attention to my handwriting next time . I'll pay attention to my handwriting next time . , Is this a promise ? Is this a promise ? ," Yes , I'm serious this time . " How are you doing today ? , Very well . Thank you . Very well . Thank you . , What can I help you with ? What can I help you with ? , Do I have any fees to pay ? Do I have any fees to pay ? ," As a matter of fact , you do . " " As a matter of fact , you do . ", How much ? How much ? , You owe $ 235.13 . You owe $ 235.13 . , That ’ s unbelievable . That ’ s unbelievable . , Will you be paying some of that off today ? Will you be paying some of that off today ? , I want to pay all of it off today . I want to pay all of it off today . , How will you be paying ? How will you be paying ? , I ’ ll be paying with cash . "... Now , that's all I want to say about world coal reserves . So let's move on to the next topic , renewable resources . There are three things we have to consider when talking about renewable resources . First , sustainability ; second , marketability ; lastly , the reality factor . Let's talk about each point in more detail ... John , would you like to take it from here ? "," Certainly . As my colleague just mentioned , sustainability is a major concern when examining the potential output of a resource . Of course , as you can see from the content of our presentation today , with renewable resource , there is a much larger sustainability than with non-renewable resource . " I wonder if you could help me ? ," Of course , what's the problem ? " " Of course , what's the problem ? ", Could you take a picture of me to my friend ? Could you take a picture of me to my friend ? , Sure thing . "Hi , Mary . I haven't seen you in ages ! I heard that you and Daniel are getting married on August 8th , the opening day of the 2008 Olympic Games . Is it true ? "," yes , it is . We've been dating for over 7 years . We have decided to get married on a special day and we think August 8th , 2008 is a red-letter day . " " yes , it is . We've been dating for over 7 years . We have decided to get married on a special day and we think August 8th , 2008 is a red-letter day . ", good for you ! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time . good for you ! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time . ," yes , there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos , wedding dress , catering , transport , hotel , etc ... " " yes , there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos , wedding dress , catering , transport , hotel , etc ... ", is everything ready now ? is everything ready now ? ," almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive . " " almost . The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel . As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married , it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive . ", have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job . have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing ? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job . ," yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet . " " yes , we called , but it is booked up . The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet . "," it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . " " it's an excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . ", that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ’ t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception . that's why we want to have a look at other hotels . We don ’ t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception . , I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available . I guess you're right . I can help you ask other hotels . I am sure there are probably some available . , thank you . thank you . , my pleasure . "Hello , Mr . Hammer . Jack Ross here . I'm calling to confirm our appointment on Monday at ten o'clock in your office . ", Yes . Everything's all set . Yes . Everything's all set . , I'd like to bring Mr . Huang and Ms . Sun with me . I'd like to bring Mr . Huang and Ms . Sun with me . , We're supposed to be meeting alone . We're supposed to be meeting alone . ," I know , but I think they may add something valuable to the discussion . " " I know , but I think they may add something valuable to the discussion . "," Fine . But no one else , OK ? " " Fine . But no one else , OK ? "," Yes , Mr . Hammer . " Tom's new business will do well . , I don't think so . There's too much competition . How do you like the food ? , It tastes really great . Did you cook it ? It tastes really great . Did you cook it ? , Yes . I made it this afternoon . Would you like some more ? Yes . I made it this afternoon . Would you like some more ? ," OK , just a little though . I'm really full . " " OK , just a little though . I'm really full . ", Oh . Would you like some soup instead ? Oh . Would you like some soup instead ? , What kind is it ? What kind is it ? , Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ? Tomato and rice . Have you had that before ? , No . This is my first time . How does it taste ? No . This is my first time . How does it taste ? ," It's good , try it . What do you think ? " " It's good , try it . What do you think ? ", Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ? Wow . It is good . Did you make that also ? , Yes . Yes . , You're a really good cook . You're a really good cook . ," Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us . " " Thanks , next time I'll make chicken soup for us . ", That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ? That sounds good . Did you study cooking in school ? ," No , I learned by myself . I have a good cook book that I read when I have time . " "Please come in , Steven . "," All right , Mr . Green . " " All right , Mr . Green . ", Have a seat over there . How are things going out in the office ? Have a seat over there . How are things going out in the office ? , Pretty well . Everyone is working hard . Pretty well . Everyone is working hard . ," But , our business has been going down sharply the couple of months and we have to reduce some staff . " " But , our business has been going down sharply the couple of months and we have to reduce some staff . ", You mean I'm among the people who have to go ? You mean I'm among the people who have to go ? , I'm afraid so . I'm afraid so . , Did I do something wrong ? Did I do something wrong ? ," You're the sales manager , but our sales didn't go up . " " You're the sales manager , but our sales didn't go up . ", But you know I've been working very hard . And I have a family to support . But you know I've been working very hard . And I have a family to support . ," I feel sorry , but that's the decision of the directorate . " "Jared , I just heard about your father . How is he doing ? ", He's in the hospital resting . The doctor's didn't give a clear answer yet . He's in the hospital resting . The doctor's didn't give a clear answer yet . , I'm so sorry to hear that . But this is a good hospital . I'm sure they will do whatever they can . I'm so sorry to hear that . But this is a good hospital . I'm sure they will do whatever they can . , I hope so . I hope so . , You must feel really worried right now . But you know your dad is a fighter . You must feel really worried right now . But you know your dad is a fighter . , Yeah . I think my mom is the most worried . I'm basically worried about how she is doing . Yeah . I think my mom is the most worried . I'm basically worried about how she is doing . , Where is she right now ? Where is she right now ? , She's in the hospital with my dad . I have to go back tonight . She's in the hospital with my dad . I have to go back tonight . ," Hey , I'll go with you . " " Hey , I'll go with you . ", You don't have to . You don't have to . , It's really no problem . It's really no problem . , Ok . Let's go right after dinner . "So you're traveling around the world , aren't you . ", That's right That's right , When did you arrive here ? When did you arrive here ? , Last night Last night , Did you have a good journey ? Did you have a good journey ? ," Yes , I enjoyed it very much . " " Yes , I enjoyed it very much . ", Where have you been on this trip ? Where have you been on this trip ? ," Let me see . Ah , yes , I've been to England , France , Germany , Italy and now I've been in Spain " " Let me see . Ah , yes , I've been to England , France , Germany , Italy and now I've been in Spain ", Really ? How long will your holiday last ? Really ? How long will your holiday last ? , Two weeks Two weeks , All these countries in two weeks ? All these countries in two weeks ? , That's right How's business ? , Couldn't be better . I can't believe it ! I lost . ," It looks like you have to buy tickets for us , Jason . And we're not going to see an action movie ! " " It looks like you have to buy tickets for us , Jason . And we're not going to see an action movie ! "," That's not fair , you got all the easy questions . " " That's not fair , you got all the easy questions . ", I guess that's just the luck of the draw . I guess that's just the luck of the draw . , I want a rematch . Let's play again . I want a rematch . Let's play again . ," Sorry , not tonight ! " Are you coming or not ? , I haven't decided yet . I haven't decided yet . ," Well , make up your mind . We need to know . " " Well , make up your mind . We need to know . "," Ok , count me in . " "Mary , why are you so tired ? "," I go to the personnel market every day , and put a lot of energy into it . " " I go to the personnel market every day , and put a lot of energy into it . ", Why don't you think about applying for a job on the Internet ? Why don't you think about applying for a job on the Internet ? , On the Internet ? I have never tried that way . On the Internet ? I have never tried that way . ," Well , it's very convenient and very popular now . " " Well , it's very convenient and very popular now . ", So how to apply for a job on the Internet ? So how to apply for a job on the Internet ? , Just get online and send your application through email to the employer . Just get online and send your application through email to the employer . , But how can I know which employer is hiring ? But how can I know which employer is hiring ? , You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website . You could place your job hunting information on the Job Wanted channel on a recruitment website . , Will the employers see my information ? Will the employers see my information ? ," Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you . " " Yes . If they think you are a fit , maybe they will contact you . ", Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ? Is it safe to job hunt on the Internet ? ," If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe . " " If you log in some formal websites , it must be very safe . ", I will give it a try at once . Hang out the clothes . , But it's raining . I have been washing the dishes for over a week now . ," Well , I think you are very good at doing the dishes , so maybe you should do them for another week . " " Well , I think you are very good at doing the dishes , so maybe you should do them for another week . ", No . We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes . Now it's your turn to do them . No . We made an agreement that we would take turns doing the dishes . Now it's your turn to do them . ," OK , I'll do them . " Mr Jacobs ! Lovely to see you again ! What can I do for you today ? ," I'd like to make a deposit please , into my granddaughter's account . It's her birthday on Friday . " " I'd like to make a deposit please , into my granddaughter's account . It's her birthday on Friday . ", What a thoughtful granddad ! Do you have her account details with you ? What a thoughtful granddad ! Do you have her account details with you ? ," Yes , right here . " " Yes , right here . ", Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip . Great . Please fill them out on this deposit slip . , Here ? And here ? Here ? And here ? , That's right . How much do you want to pay in ? That's right . How much do you want to pay in ? ," 1,000 RIB . " " 1,000 RIB . "," Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too . " " Not just a thoughtful granddad , but a generous one too . ", It's an important birthday . "Some people are always closing their handsets , so it's difficult to inform them . ", Why not send them short messages ? Why not send them short messages ? , Can short messages reach them ? Can short messages reach them ? ," Short messages will be kept in the short messages center . Once they open the handsets they will receive them , which is better than you can't find them . " " Short messages will be kept in the short messages center . Once they open the handsets they will receive them , which is better than you can't find them . ", Why haven't I thought of this skill ? Why haven't I thought of this skill ? ," I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge . " " I use short messages quite a lot . If it's not too complicated I will send a short message , which can save much phone charge . "," I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ? " " I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call , and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year , didn't it ? "," I almost can't live without messages , from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations . " Have you met John ? ," Yeah , he came back from America last week . " " Yeah , he came back from America last week . ", Have you noticed how fluently he speaks English ? He has only lived in America for less than three months . Have you noticed how fluently he speaks English ? He has only lived in America for less than three months . , He must have a good ear . "I had to announce his innocence in court today , but it left a nasty taste in my mouth . ", You mean you suspect him . You mean you suspect him . , I ’ m not sure . I ’ ll try to prove my feeling . I ’ m not sure . I ’ ll try to prove my feeling . , I hope I can do something for you . It rumored that Jean is fooling around with another woman's husband . , You gossip ! What's the basis of your opinion ? You gossip ! What's the basis of your opinion ? , Someone declared that he saw it . Someone declared that he saw it . , I don't believe it . Jean is such a kind lady . How could she do this ? I don't believe it . Jean is such a kind lady . How could she do this ? , Who knows ? You can't judge a book by its cover . Who knows ? You can't judge a book by its cover . , Maybe ! I want a suit of workmanship and suitable for formal meetings.Would you recommend some brands ? , How about these famous brands ? Such as pierre Cardin ... How about these famous brands ? Such as pierre Cardin ... , I'm afraid that's a bit beyond my means . I'm afraid that's a bit beyond my means . , Then you can try some local products.They ' re also of good quality . "IBA , Client Services Department . Shelley speaking , how can I help ? "," Client Services ? Oh , hello . I need your help . " " Client Services ? Oh , hello . I need your help . "," Certainly , that's what we're here for . What can I help you with ? " " Certainly , that's what we're here for . What can I help you with ? ", I'm a tourist in this city and unfortunately I've lost my card ! I'm a tourist in this city and unfortunately I've lost my card ! ," Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ? " " Calm down , Sir . Is that an IBA Debit or Credit Card ? "," Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere . " " Credit Card . The International Credit Card , I can't find it anywhere . "," Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ? " " Just calm down , Sir . OK , when do you think you lost it ? "," I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again . " " I'm not 100 % sure , around an hour ago I guess . I had it in the hotel lobby bar ; I used it to charge something to my room . I obviously didn't pick it up again . "," That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you . " " That's fine , Sir . Let me just take some details FRCM you and we can help you . ", Thank you . Thank you very much . "Hello , can I speak to Mark Wyatt , please ? "," I am sorry . I can ’ t hear your very clearly . Could you say that again , please ? " " I am sorry . I can ’ t hear your very clearly . Could you say that again , please ? ", Does Mark Wyatt work there ? Does Mark Wyatt work there ? ," Mark Wyatt ? I am sorry . The line is terrible.Could you spell that for me , please ? " " Mark Wyatt ? I am sorry . The line is terrible.Could you spell that for me , please ? "," W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt . " " W-Y-A-T-T , Mark Wyatt . "," W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ’ t heard of the name.Could you hold on the line when I check . " " W-Y-A-T-T , Got it . I haven ’ t heard of the name.Could you hold on the line when I check . ", No problem . My computer isn't working . , Tell me what the problem is . Tell me what the problem is . ," I'm trying to turn it on , but it won't work . " " I'm trying to turn it on , but it won't work . ", Try checking the connections . Try checking the connections . , Which ones are you referring to ? Which ones are you referring to ? , The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet . The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet . , Is that why it won't turn on ? Is that why it won't turn on ? ," If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on . " " If they're not connected right , that will keep it from turning on . ", I did not know that . I did not know that . , You should check the connections . You should check the connections . , I'm going to do that . I'm going to do that . , Tell me if it's still not working . I got the job you recommended me for last week . , That's great ! Congratulations . That's great ! Congratulations . , I really don't know how I can thank you enough . I really don't know how I can thank you enough . ," Oh , it's my pleasure . After all , you are very qualified for the position . " " Oh , it's my pleasure . After all , you are very qualified for the position . ", Thank you very much indeed.You helped me rebuild my self-confidence . Thank you very much indeed.You helped me rebuild my self-confidence . , Don't mention it.You ' re always been good.What do you say we go out to celebrate ? Don't mention it.You ' re always been good.What do you say we go out to celebrate ? , That would be great . That looks graceful on you . , Thank you.But it is too bright for me . Thank you.But it is too bright for me . , How about this brown one ? How about this brown one ? , Let me try it on . I like that color . Let me try it on . I like that color . ," Ok , i will get one for your.Here you are . " " Ok , i will get one for your.Here you are . ", But it is too loose.Do you have the smaller size ? But it is too loose.Do you have the smaller size ? ," Sorry , it had been sold out . " " Sorry , it had been sold out . ", What a pity ! Sandrawu Chunk International . ," Hello , Miss Wu , This is Dan Robson calling from OTC limited . I'd like to check my last order . When exactly was it sent out ? " " Hello , Miss Wu , This is Dan Robson calling from OTC limited . I'd like to check my last order . When exactly was it sent out ? ", I can check that for you right now . Would you mind holding ? I can check that for you right now . Would you mind holding ? , Sure . No problem . Sure . No problem . ," Mr . Robson , I'm sorry . Our computer system is down . Could I call you back later ? " " Mr . Robson , I'm sorry . Our computer system is down . Could I call you back later ? ", Sure . Do you have my number ? Sure . Do you have my number ? ," Yes , I have it right here . I'm so sorry about this . " " Yes , I have it right here . I'm so sorry about this . ", No problem . I'll wait for your call . I can bet the farm that you will regret about your decision . You cannot find a better one . ," How can you be so sure ? You haven ’ t been together with her , have you ? " " How can you be so sure ? You haven ’ t been together with her , have you ? ", No . But I ’ m sure she is a good girl . My sixth sense tells me so . No . But I ’ m sure she is a good girl . My sixth sense tells me so . , Then try it yourself . Would you like a cup of coffee ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", I'm going to get one for myself . They make really good coffee here . I'm going to get one for myself . They make really good coffee here . ," On second thought , I will have a cup . " Shall we visit the Summer Palace tomorrow ? , Good . I don't want to leave Beijing without visiting it . Good . I don't want to leave Beijing without visiting it . , How far is it from our hotel ? How far is it from our hotel ? , It's about 5 kilometers . It's about 5 kilometers . ," If we start early , do we have some time for Yuanmingyuan ? " " If we start early , do we have some time for Yuanmingyuan ? ", I think so . We can go there in the afternoon if you like . "Decent dressing and appearance , which contribute to a good first impression of the interviewer , are surely quite important . "," Of course . Generally speaking , dressing should be tidy and neat , and match well with your identity , age , and experience . " " Of course . Generally speaking , dressing should be tidy and neat , and match well with your identity , age , and experience . "," Whatever you wear , it should perfectly reflect your confidence and vitality " " Whatever you wear , it should perfectly reflect your confidence and vitality ", Professional suits may be the best choice . Professional suits may be the best choice . ," Gentlemen should wear western-style suits in the interview , which will help you look handsome . " " Gentlemen should wear western-style suits in the interview , which will help you look handsome . "," Ladies should wear professional suits , either classical style or free style . It would be appropriate to wear a little or no make-up . " " Ladies should wear professional suits , either classical style or free style . It would be appropriate to wear a little or no make-up . ", But those fashionable and shiny clothes should be avoided . But those fashionable and shiny clothes should be avoided . , Name brand is not necessary . Anything decent will be fine . Name brand is not necessary . Anything decent will be fine . , You should present the best of yourself in order to achieve success in the interview . You should present the best of yourself in order to achieve success in the interview . , Only when you dressing keep in accordance with that of other people around can you feel harmonious and relaxed . Only when you dressing keep in accordance with that of other people around can you feel harmonious and relaxed . ," In a word , dressing and appearance are indeed important , but it should never be all . " " In a word , dressing and appearance are indeed important , but it should never be all . "," In other words , too much emphasis on it is undoubtedly to neglect the essentials . " have you ever been to Disneyworld ? ," when I was young , my parents took me to the one in California . I always forget which — is that one Disneyland or Disneyworld ? " " when I was young , my parents took me to the one in California . I always forget which — is that one Disneyland or Disneyworld ? "," the one in Florida is Disneyworld and the one in California is Disneyland , so you must have been to Disneyland . " " the one in Florida is Disneyworld and the one in California is Disneyland , so you must have been to Disneyland . ", that's right . Why do you ask ? that's right . Why do you ask ? ," well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon . " " well , I've never been to either so I was thinking of going to Disneyworld for my honeymoon . ", when are you getting married ? when are you getting married ? , some time next year . We haven't set the date yet . some time next year . We haven't set the date yet . , congratulations ! I had no idea . congratulations ! I had no idea . , thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ? thank you . So what do you think ? Would we have a good time ? , do you like amusement parks ? do you like amusement parks ? ," for the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though . " " for the most part , yes . Some of the rides are bit too scary for me , though . "," if you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time . " " if you don't think twice about the rides and go on every ride that you can , you'll have a good time . ", even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ? even the roller coasters that go through tunnels in the dark ? ," even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun . " " even those . It'll be very romantic , I think . You'll have loads of fun . ", thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight . thanks for the advice . I'll talk to my fiance about it tonight . , I'm sure he'll love the idea . Just throw yourself into it and you'll enjoy it ! "Hello , may I speak to Kevin , please ? ", Speaking . Hey ! Are you getting dressed ? ," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", Why ? What time is it ? Why ? What time is it ? , It's a quarter to eight . I'm going to work . It's a quarter to eight . I'm going to work . , But it's Saturday ! ! But it's Saturday ! ! , I'm working on Saturday mornings this month.Are you getting up ? I'm working on Saturday mornings this month.Are you getting up ? ," No , I'm not . I'm staying in bed . " " No , I'm not . I'm staying in bed . ", OK . See you at noon . OK . See you at noon . , If I'm awake . I'd like to talk with you again about what happened . ," Oh , come on . Let's not beat a dead horse . " "Give me a book please , Jane . ", Which book ? This one ? Which book ? This one ? ," No , not that one . The red one . " " No , not that one . The red one . ", This one ? This one ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Here you are . "Would you like to go skiing with me ? I heard the new ski area is great . They have safe tracks , especially for the beginners and provide free training . I think it suits you best . "," Sounds not bad ! You know , the only thing I worried about is the safety . I ’ m not an active exerciser and my muscle may be not strong enough for such an intense sport . " " Sounds not bad ! You know , the only thing I worried about is the safety . I ’ m not an active exerciser and my muscle may be not strong enough for such an intense sport . ", Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first . There ’ re some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise . Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first . There ’ re some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise . , I will think about it . I will think about it . , Come on ! It is really a fun game . Could you please help me to check out the book ? ," Sure , what's the author's name , please . " " Sure , what's the author's name , please . ", I can't remember that clearly . It probably be Charles ... I can't remember that clearly . It probably be Charles ... , Charles Dickens ? Charles Dickens ? ," No , no , no . I'm not interested in literature . " " No , no , no . I'm not interested in literature . "," OK , do you know the title of the book ? " " OK , do you know the title of the book ? "," Oh , sorry . I'm always absent-minded . I remember that I've put a note in my pocket . " " Oh , sorry . I'm always absent-minded . I remember that I've put a note in my pocket . "," So , show me the note please . " " So , show me the note please . ", I can't find it now . I can't find it now . ," Oh , such bad luck , sir . Can you please name the category of the book ? " " Oh , such bad luck , sir . Can you please name the category of the book ? ", Let me see . It's not fiction . It's biography . Let me see . It's not fiction . It's biography . ," OK , I'll search it for you . A moment , please . " " OK , I'll search it for you . A moment , please . ", Thanks . Where can I get a good novel ? , There's a bookstore just across the street . "Hello , this is Wal-mart . Can I help you ? "," Hello . What time do you close , please ? " " Hello . What time do you close , please ? ", We close at 10:00 every day . And we open at 9:00 in the morning . We close at 10:00 every day . And we open at 9:00 in the morning . , Oh . Ok . And are you open on the weekends ? Oh . Ok . And are you open on the weekends ? , Same hours as on the weekdays . Same hours as on the weekdays . ," Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ? " " Wow . You guys never take a break ! I want to come in and have a look at your sale . Your sale is still on , isn't it ? "," Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast . " " Yes , it runs till the end of the month . But things are clearing out fast . "," Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks . " " Ok , I'll come down tonight . Thanks . ", Thank you for calling . "OK darling , got some pizzas , potato chips , hot dogs and lots of cheese ! "," Oh John , I thought we said we would start eating right ! Remember ? Our new healthy lifestyle ? That ’ s all junk food ! " " Oh John , I thought we said we would start eating right ! Remember ? Our new healthy lifestyle ? That ’ s all junk food ! "," Humph ! Right , so what did you get ? " " Humph ! Right , so what did you get ? "," Well , healthy food , of course ! I got some whole wheat bread , skimmed milk , fresh fish and organic carrots ... " " Well , healthy food , of course ! I got some whole wheat bread , skimmed milk , fresh fish and organic carrots ... ", Organic ? What ’ s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ? Organic ? What ’ s organic ? Do we need organic carrots ... ? ," They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ... " " They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health . And yes , John , we need organic carrots ... "," Oh , so organic vegetables are the green option , right ? " " Oh , so organic vegetables are the green option , right ? "," Yup , better for the environment and better for us ! " " Yup , better for the environment and better for us ! "," Wait a minute , that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ? " " Wait a minute , that ? ... Doughnuts ? They organic doughnuts , Kelly ? ", I like doughnuts . I had a wonderful evening . ," I did , too.Come and visit us again , will you ? " " I did , too.Come and visit us again , will you ? ", I will . "Excuse me , is this seat taken ? "," Er ... no , go ahead . " " Er ... no , go ahead . "," You work upstair , right ? I think I have seen you before . I'm Karren , Karren Brown . " " You work upstair , right ? I think I have seen you before . I'm Karren , Karren Brown . "," Nice to meet you , Karren . I'm Tim Wang . " " Nice to meet you , Karren . I'm Tim Wang . "," Happy to know you , Tim . " Who gave my dog this cooked chicken bone ? , I did . Why ? I did . Why ? , Didn't you know dogs shouldn't eat cooked chicken bones because they're bad for their stomachs ? Didn't you know dogs shouldn't eat cooked chicken bones because they're bad for their stomachs ? ," No , I didn't . I'm sorry . It won't happen again . " "well , I finished my last final today . ", the end of all the hard work for my master's . what a nice feeling to get my degree ! the end of all the hard work for my master's . what a nice feeling to get my degree ! , do you want to attend the convocation ? do you want to attend the convocation ? ," certainly . After years of hard work , I wouldn't miss it . By the way , where can I find cap and gown ? " " certainly . After years of hard work , I wouldn't miss it . By the way , where can I find cap and gown ? ", do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ? do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them ? ," oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day . " " oh , I think they're provided by the school for that special day . ", no . those you have to provide for yourself . no . those you have to provide for yourself . , what do most of the students do ? what do most of the students do ? ," well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f " " well , most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service , but some of the education majors have had them made , because they will be faculty members , and they'll need them f "," then , I might as well have them made . " " then , I might as well have them made . "," Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty . " " Mary , don't move . Stand right there . It's a good shot . The background is very pretty . ", hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin . hold it a second . I want to fix my hairpin . , it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' . it doesn't matter . Say'cheese ' . , here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ? here's Lisa . May I take a picture with her ? ," Certainly . Ok , got you . " "Hello , Grace . That's a beautiful skirt you have on . Where are you going ? ", I am going to attend an interview . I am going to attend an interview . , What kind of job are you applying for ? What kind of job are you applying for ? , My major is English . Of course I'll apply for an English teacher . My major is English . Of course I'll apply for an English teacher . , Oh . That dress doesn't exactly match the job . Oh . That dress doesn't exactly match the job . , Why ? You said my skirt was beautiful just now . Why ? You said my skirt was beautiful just now . ," Yes , your skirt is really beautiful , but you are applying for a teaching position . You see , your skirt is very short , and your make up is too thick . What's more , the color of your lipstick doesn't match your skin . As a teacher , you should be a little more sedate . " " Yes , your skirt is really beautiful , but you are applying for a teaching position . You see , your skirt is very short , and your make up is too thick . What's more , the color of your lipstick doesn't match your skin . As a teacher , you should be a little more sedate . ", Then what should I do ? Then what should I do ? ," Some of my friends tell me that being a teacher , the most important is the beauty of mind . You shouldn't pay too much attention to your appearance . You should appear frugal and prudent . Your experience and knowledge will gain the appreciation of your interviewer . " "Welcome to our university ’ s fifties anniversary , Sir . Please have a seat . "," Thank you . Wow , your school has so many honors . Congratulations ! " " Thank you . Wow , your school has so many honors . Congratulations ! ", Thank you . Thank you . , Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ? Excuse me . I wonder see Dean Mr . Lee first . I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is ? ," Certainly . Mr . Lee ’ s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library . " " Certainly . Mr . Lee ’ s office building at the south end of the campus , just beside the library . ", Excuse me ? Excuse me ? , Let me show you the way . Please follow me . Let me show you the way . Please follow me . , Thank you very much . It ’ s very kind of you . Thank you very much . It ’ s very kind of you . , My pleasure . My pleasure . , This is it ? This is it ? , It ’ s up on the second floor . You have to use the stairs . The elevator isn ’ t working . "Hello , Bob . Can you give me an update of the situation ? ", Mary's is handling it . Mary's is handling it . , Is everything under control ? Is everything under control ? , Of course . Mary is our most experienced member . "Thomas , would you be so kind as to lay the table for me ? I'm busy in the kitchen . ", Of course ! Where are the things ? Of course ! Where are the things ? , They're all here . They're all here . , Right ! I'll do it straight away . Right ! I'll do it straight away . , Thanks a lot . I'm most grateful . "Hi , Dave . You're early . ", So you knew it was me ? So you knew it was me ? , I had an idea . I had an idea . ," Look , before we get into the secret admirer thing , I want to talk to you about WebTracker . " " Look , before we get into the secret admirer thing , I want to talk to you about WebTracker . ", I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed . I'm sorry . I know you feel betrayed . , So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ? So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker ? , My mind is made up . How much will it amount to ? , Wait a minute . It's $ 80.5 . Wait a minute . It's $ 80.5 . , Do you receive traveler's checks ? Do you receive traveler's checks ? ," Sorry , sir . We accept cash only . " can I see these silk ties ? , No problem . No problem . , I ’ ll take this one . I ’ ll take this one . , Good . Anything else ? The tie pins ? The cuff links ? Good . Anything else ? The tie pins ? The cuff links ? ," No , thank you . I want to have a look at that scarf . " " No , thank you . I want to have a look at that scarf . ", Ok . We have several kinds of scarves here . Let me get them for you . Just wait a minute . Ok . We have several kinds of scarves here . Let me get them for you . Just wait a minute . ," Oh . I like this one . I have been looking for this color and design . Please wrap it for me , and I ’ ll take it . " "Dad , do you know where Mom is ? ", I think she is in her room putting a little something together for you to take to school with you . I think she is in her room putting a little something together for you to take to school with you . , She'd better not start crying like she usually does . She'd better not start crying like she usually does . ," I know , but she is going to miss you something awful . Have I told you how proud I am of you ? " " I know , but she is going to miss you something awful . Have I told you how proud I am of you ? "," Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me . " " Dad , now don't you go getting mush on me . ", I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world . I mean it . You have really shown us that you are prepared to take on the adult world . , That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks . That means a lot to me Dad . Thanks . , We have great confidence in you . "Hi , Tony . Haven ’ t seen you for a long time . How have you been ? "," OK , I ’ Ve been looking for a job for days , and I haven ’ t found one yet . It's so hard finding work these days . Have you had any luck ? " " OK , I ’ Ve been looking for a job for days , and I haven ’ t found one yet . It's so hard finding work these days . Have you had any luck ? "," Yes , I've got a job , a waiter's job in a restaurant . " " Yes , I've got a job , a waiter's job in a restaurant . ", Are you well paid ? Are you well paid ? ," Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening " " Well , $ 10 per hour , but I can keep the tips . That comes to roughly $ 80 every evening ", Not bad . Not bad . ," Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ’ ll surely get it . " " Actually , there's still another opening . If you are interested , you ’ ll surely get it . ", That ’ s great ! I ’ ll go there right now and speak with the boss . That ’ s great ! I ’ ll go there right now and speak with the boss . , There ’ s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ’ Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job . There ’ s no rush . You can see him tomorrow . I ’ Ve told him about you . He promised to give you the job . ," That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot . " " That was nice of you , Susan . Thanks a lot . "," Think nothing of it , Tony . I ’ m sure you ’ d do the same for me . " " Think nothing of it , Tony . I ’ m sure you ’ d do the same for me . "," Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know . " " Could you tell me a bit more about the work there ? I mean , those dos and don'ts . I am a green hand , you know . "," First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . ' " " First of all , you must be punctual . You should be there before 6 p . m . so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that . Then , remember you should smile . Smile to your customers all the time . Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day . Anything else ? Oh , yes . Never argue with your boss . Learn to say ' Yes , sir . ' "," Be a yes-man , you mean ? " " Be a yes-man , you mean ? ", You may put it that way if you like . Don ’ t worry . You ’ ll have no problem . You may put it that way if you like . Don ’ t worry . You ’ ll have no problem . , I hope not . Who is the next one ? , It's Peter's turn . It's Peter's turn . , Give the mike to him . Give the mike to him . , OK . OK . , Be quiet . He is singing . Be quiet . He is singing . , I thought he only liked to listen ! I thought he only liked to listen ! , So did I . So did I . , He has a really good voice ! He has a really good voice ! ," Yes , he sings wonderfully . " Where did you get all these barney tour pamphlets ? ," I took them from a travel agency . Look at those nice pictures , lash forest , palm fringed , white sand beaches , crystal blue ocean , they ’ re breath-taking . It is like paradise on earth . " " I took them from a travel agency . Look at those nice pictures , lash forest , palm fringed , white sand beaches , crystal blue ocean , they ’ re breath-taking . It is like paradise on earth . ", That ’ s why it ’ s become a very popular holiday destination these years . Someone told me the service there is very good too . Are you planning to spend the holiday there ? That ’ s why it ’ s become a very popular holiday destination these years . Someone told me the service there is very good too . Are you planning to spend the holiday there ? ," Yes , I ’ m thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency . Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month . " " Yes , I ’ m thinking about signing up for a tour in the travel agency . Their next tour starts the same time as my holiday does next month . ", How many days is the tour ? How many days is the tour ? ," 10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ’ t that great ? " " 10 days . When I get back , I still have two days to go before work . Isn ’ t that great ? ", That ’ s a perfect plan . Enjoy yourself . "Lady , you look unhappy . What ’ s the beef ? ", A man stepped on my feet when I was waiting for the taxi . "Good morning . I want to deposit 3,000 yuan in your bank . ", Yes . Do you have a savings account in our bank ? Yes . Do you have a savings account in our bank ? ," No , I haven't . It is the first time for me to come to deposit money here . " " No , I haven't . It is the first time for me to come to deposit money here . ", How long do you want to keep it in our bank ? How long do you want to keep it in our bank ? ," Two years , please . " " Two years , please . "," You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit . " " You have to fill in this form with your name , address , ID card number , deposit term and the amount you want to deposit . ", OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ? OK . What should I do if I want to draw my money before maturity date for an urgent use ? , Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one . Don't worry . You can draw your money at any time . But you'll not receive the time deposit return of interest . What we can offer is a current one . ," I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ? " " I see . By the way , what if I forget to cash my money when the maturity comes ? "," In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on . " " In that case , we'll just regard your account as a regular savings account from then on . ", I see . I'd like you to bring me some food . ," Just name it , sir . " " Just name it , sir . "," Please send up a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare . " " Please send up a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare . "," Regrettably , we're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? " " Regrettably , we're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? "," Sure , I love porterhouse , too . " " Sure , I love porterhouse , too . ", Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? Would you be interested in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? ," I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries . " " I'd love to , but I'm allergic to strawberries . "," Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account . " " Okay , no strawberries tonight . The items will be charged to your amenities account . ", Go right ahead . Go right ahead . , Our staff will bring you your order in as short a time as possible . "Eric , how long will you be in China ? "," I don't know . Well , my contract here is for one year , and I don't know what I should do after that . Maybe going around for a while . " " I don't know . Well , my contract here is for one year , and I don't know what I should do after that . Maybe going around for a while . "," Well , have you ever thought about learning some Chinese ? " " Well , have you ever thought about learning some Chinese ? "," Actually , I am learning that now . But it's too hard for me . You know the four tones and the stuff . It really freaks me out . " " Actually , I am learning that now . But it's too hard for me . You know the four tones and the stuff . It really freaks me out . ", Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy . Don't worry . All things are difficult before they are easy . , You hit the nail right on the head . You hit the nail right on the head . ," Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ? " " Well , are you invested in some language-exchange program ? ", What is it ? What is it ? ," It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English . " " It's where I teach you Chinese , and in exchange you teach me English . ", Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ? Awesome . I've been giving this a lot of thought . When can we do this ? , How about this sunday ? How about this sunday ? ," Ok , cool . " " Ok , cool . ", Good . I'll give you a call tonight . Good . I'll give you a call tonight . , No problem . Let's eat out . , Why not ? Her dress looks funny . , I wouldn't say that . It looks fine to me . I wouldn't say that . It looks fine to me . , Are you kidding She is behind the times . That style went out last year . Are you kidding She is behind the times . That style went out last year . ," Oh , come on , as long as it looks good on her . " " Oh , come on , as long as it looks good on her . "," Well , you ’ re really as out-dated as she is . " " Well , you ’ re really as out-dated as she is . ", You ’ re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style You ’ re darn right . I am out of style . So what What's the point of keeping yourself in style , No wonder you never buy me a new dress . Is Tom in ? , Wrong number . Wrong number . , Isn't this Li's residence ? Isn't this Li's residence ? ," No , it is not . " " No , it is not . "," Oh , I'm sorry . " Jane is going to quit her job in the bank . , You must be joking . The job is nice and she is well paid . You must be joking . The job is nice and she is well paid . ," It's true , but she says she is tired of counting others ' money . " I'd like to have internet on my computer . , Do you know what kind of internet you would like to get ? Do you know what kind of internet you would like to get ? , What are my options ? What are my options ? , You can either get dial-up or DEL . You can either get dial-up or DEL . , Which one would you recommend ? Which one would you recommend ? , DEL is the best choice . DEL is the best choice . , Why is DEL better ? Why is DEL better ? , It's a lot better because it doesn't tie up your phone line . It's a lot better because it doesn't tie up your phone line . , What exactly does that mean ? What exactly does that mean ? ," Well , with dial-up your internet is connected by your phone line . " " Well , with dial-up your internet is connected by your phone line . "," That means that I can't use my phone and the internet at the same time , right ? " " That means that I can't use my phone and the internet at the same time , right ? ", That's right . You won't have that problem with DEL . "Janice , the president of our company , Mr Smith , will invite two programmers to give us a lecture this afternoon . Are all the members notified ? ", Yes . I have given all the designers notice of meeting by telephone . Yes . I have given all the designers notice of meeting by telephone . , Is the room ready for the lecture now ? Is the room ready for the lecture now ? ," Yes , I have prepared . I have also prepared a meeting memo . " " Yes , I have prepared . I have also prepared a meeting memo . ", Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ? Excellent . How about the microphone and speaker ? , I have also got them ready for the lecture . I have also got them ready for the lecture . , Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests . Write up the official notice in duplicate . Do not forget to put name cards and pens on the tables for our guests . , Sure . Sure . , How would you seat them ? How would you seat them ? , I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ? I have prepared name cards to be put on the conference table for everyone to sit by . What time would you like to provide the refreshment ? ," Well , after the half of the meeting , there will be an interval for rest and refreshment . " "Three other people started to bid . One called himself Buddhabuyer , so I knew he meant business . I raised my bid twice , but it kept going up . ", How high did the price go ? How high did the price go ? , I don't know . I dropped out at $ 250 . I don't know . I dropped out at $ 250 . , You didn't watch the end of the auction ? You didn't watch the end of the auction ? , No . It wasn't the super bargain I thought it was . How upsetting ! He has been away for a week ! , I don't know if anything terrible has happened . I don't know if anything terrible has happened . , I have reported it to the police . I have reported it to the police . , We'd better prepare for the worst . "Good morning , madam . ", Good morning . Good morning . , May I help you ? May I help you ? ," Yes , I want to change some money . " " Yes , I want to change some money . "," This way , please . " " This way , please . ", Thank you . Did anyone call ? , Just Mr . White . Just Mr . White . , What did he want ? What did he want ? , He wouldn't say over the phone . "Hello , ma ’ am . Can I help you ? ", I ’ m looking for a sweater . I ’ m looking for a sweater . , What size are you looking for ? What size are you looking for ? ," Well , I ’ m looking for size 10 but you don ’ t have it . " " Well , I ’ m looking for size 10 but you don ’ t have it . ", How about this one ? I think it looks terrific on you . How about this one ? I think it looks terrific on you . ," Yes , I like the color . Can I try it on ? " " Yes , I like the color . Can I try it on ? ", Sure . The fitting room is on your right . Sure . The fitting room is on your right . , It fits well . I like it a lot . What do you think ? It fits well . I like it a lot . What do you think ? , You look pretty in red . You look pretty in red . ," Oh , it ’ s my favorite . How much is it ? " " Oh , it ’ s my favorite . How much is it ? ", $ 29.99 . $ 29.99 . , Okay . I ’ ll take it . Thank you very much for your help . Okay . I ’ ll take it . Thank you very much for your help . , You ’ re welcome . "Ernie , I'm really excited about starting this band together . We're going to be the two coolest students on campus . ", I know ! It's gonna be great . But what kind of music do you think we should play ? I know ! It's gonna be great . But what kind of music do you think we should play ? ," That's a good question . You know I love hip hop , so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs . " " That's a good question . You know I love hip hop , so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs . "," Hmm ... Vanilla Ice ? I know his most famous song , "" Ice Ice Baby , "" but I don't know his other songs . " " Hmm ... Vanilla Ice ? I know his most famous song , "" Ice Ice Baby , "" but I don't know his other songs . ", That's OK . You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them . "Hello , Does my room have internet access ? "," Yes , it does , sir . " " Yes , it does , sir . ", How do I use it ? How do I use it ? , First connect your laptop to the cable in the desk . Then open up your web browser . First connect your laptop to the cable in the desk . Then open up your web browser . , Ok . Ok . , You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre . You can buy credit on the hotel website or at the business centre . ," Ok , thank you . " I am calling to ask the position of HR manager . Could you tell me more about it ? , Yes . We are looking for someone who are well-educated and have all-round experience as a manager . Yes . We are looking for someone who are well-educated and have all-round experience as a manager . ," I have a master's degree in HR management in Peking University . And I worked as a HR manager in a European enterprise for many years . I know it is not just some clerical issues , but more social work with reason and patience . " " I have a master's degree in HR management in Peking University . And I worked as a HR manager in a European enterprise for many years . I know it is not just some clerical issues , but more social work with reason and patience . ", Great . What about having a formal interview on Monday next week ? Great . What about having a formal interview on Monday next week ? ," OK , thanks a lot . See you then . " "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? "," Yes , thank you . I want to get a handbag . " " Yes , thank you . I want to get a handbag . ", Do you want it for yourself or for your girlfriend ? Do you want it for yourself or for your girlfriend ? ," No , I have no girlfriend . " " No , I have no girlfriend . ", Please excuse me for what I said just now . What do you think of this one ? Please excuse me for what I said just now . What do you think of this one ? , I am afraid it is too big . I am afraid it is too big . , Sorry . It is the smallest size we have . Sorry . It is the smallest size we have . ," Too bad . But , is there any other leather store nearby ? " " Too bad . But , is there any other leather store nearby ? "," Oh , yes . There is a big one at the right corner of the street . Perhaps you will get one there . " " Oh , yes . There is a big one at the right corner of the street . Perhaps you will get one there . ", I hope so . Thanks . I immigrated here last year . , What do you do ? What do you do ? , I am an engineer in a mechanized farm . "You are an early bird , Tom . What do you do in the morning then ? ", Exercise . The morning hours are the most precious period within a single day . We should not pass them up easily . Seize the time and do something useful . Exercise . The morning hours are the most precious period within a single day . We should not pass them up easily . Seize the time and do something useful . ," So , you choose to spend it on bodybuilding . Where do you exercise ? " " So , you choose to spend it on bodybuilding . Where do you exercise ? "," Usually , I run to the Black Bamboo Park as a warm-up . Admission is free . Then I start my activities . " " Usually , I run to the Black Bamboo Park as a warm-up . Admission is free . Then I start my activities . ", Do you do the same exercises every day ? Do you do the same exercises every day ? ," No , I've deliberately kept a balance between various exercises ; parallel bars , push-ups , sit-ups , bunny-hops , five-kilometer run , and so on . I alternate them over the weekdays . Sometimes , when I find myself in a bad state , I will simply idle about in the park . " " No , I've deliberately kept a balance between various exercises ; parallel bars , push-ups , sit-ups , bunny-hops , five-kilometer run , and so on . I alternate them over the weekdays . Sometimes , when I find myself in a bad state , I will simply idle about in the park . ", Why don't you just stay in bed when you are feeling unfit for exercising ? Why don't you just stay in bed when you are feeling unfit for exercising ? ," It's not easy to keep a good habit , you know . I fear that if I fail to get up early one day , I may find it still more difficult to rise early the next . Besides , a mere walk in the early morning is much fun , too . Here and there in the park , you meet whole gangs of senior citizens who might be singing operas or old songs , playing er'hu , chess , or just chatting and gossiping . It's interesting to join them . " " It's not easy to keep a good habit , you know . I fear that if I fail to get up early one day , I may find it still more difficult to rise early the next . Besides , a mere walk in the early morning is much fun , too . Here and there in the park , you meet whole gangs of senior citizens who might be singing operas or old songs , playing er'hu , chess , or just chatting and gossiping . It's interesting to join them . "," Oh , yes . Singing is also a good way of keeping fit , at least mentally . " Excuse me . Is anyone in that seat next to you ? ," No , I don't think so . " " No , I don't think so . ", Do you mind if I put my jacket there ? Do you mind if I put my jacket there ? , No . It's no problem.Are you American ? No . It's no problem.Are you American ? , Yes . And you ? Yes . And you ? , No . I'm from Taiwan . Can't you see ? No . I'm from Taiwan . Can't you see ? ," Well , there are many Chinese Americans , you know.And your English is very good . You sound like an American . " " Well , there are many Chinese Americans , you know.And your English is very good . You sound like an American . ", I don't think so . You are flattering me . I don't think so . You are flattering me . ," No , really . I can only hear a little accent . " " No , really . I can only hear a little accent . ", Are you flying home ? Are you flying home ? ," Well , yes . Actually , I'm going back to visit . " " Well , yes . Actually , I'm going back to visit . ", You were visiting Taiwan ? You were visiting Taiwan ? ," No , I'm going back to America to visit . I'm from America , but I don't live there now . I live in Taichung . " " No , I'm going back to America to visit . I'm from America , but I don't live there now . I live in Taichung . ", Really ! You live in Taiwan ! Really ! You live in Taiwan ! , Yes . Why not ? Yes . Why not ? , May I ask what your job is in Taiwan ? May I ask what your job is in Taiwan ? , Sure . I teach history in a university . Have you heard of Dong-Hai University ? Sure . I teach history in a university . Have you heard of Dong-Hai University ? , Of course . It's a good school . How long have you lived in Taichung ? Of course . It's a good school . How long have you lived in Taichung ? , I have lived in Taichung for two years now.So this is the second time I am going back to states . I go back once a year to visit my family . I have lived in Taichung for two years now.So this is the second time I am going back to states . I go back once a year to visit my family . , It must be strange for you to live in Taiwan . It must be strange for you to live in Taiwan . ," No , it isn't strange at all.Many people from Taiwan move to America too , you know.Do you think it is strange for them ? " " No , it isn't strange at all.Many people from Taiwan move to America too , you know.Do you think it is strange for them ? "," No . Well , I don't know.But Taiwan is so crowded . Don't you miss life in America ? " I don ’ t know what I ’ m going to do ! It ’ s going to be impossible to make ends meet if I lose my job ! , don ’ t worry . I don't think you ’ re going to lose your job over one mistake . don ’ t worry . I don't think you ’ re going to lose your job over one mistake . ," it was a rather big mistake . When you work as an investment adviser , ONC small mistake can cost the company millions . " " it was a rather big mistake . When you work as an investment adviser , ONC small mistake can cost the company millions . "," but it wasn ’ t just you who was involved , right ? You were only doing what your supervisor told you to do . " " but it wasn ’ t just you who was involved , right ? You were only doing what your supervisor told you to do . "," that ’ s true , but my supervisor is very dishonest . There ’ s no reason he needs to tell our boss the truth . I ’ m sure he will tell our boss that it was all my fault , and there ’ s nothing I can do about tha " " that ’ s true , but my supervisor is very dishonest . There ’ s no reason he needs to tell our boss the truth . I ’ m sure he will tell our boss that it was all my fault , and there ’ s nothing I can do about tha ", let ’ s think realistically about what might happen . How much money do you have in your savings ? let ’ s think realistically about what might happen . How much money do you have in your savings ? , I have enough to live off of for about 3 months . But I really don't want to spend my life savings on just living ! I ’ d rather invest my money somehow . I have enough to live off of for about 3 months . But I really don't want to spend my life savings on just living ! I ’ d rather invest my money somehow . ," well , that ’ s good . If you lose your job , you can just move in with me until you find another job . That will save you plenty of money . " " well , that ’ s good . If you lose your job , you can just move in with me until you find another job . That will save you plenty of money . ", that ’ s very generous of you . I guess that would work . that ’ s very generous of you . I guess that would work . ," if you lose your job , you just have to go for a few months without buying all the junk you usually buy . If you live frugally , you ’ ll save plenty of money . " " if you lose your job , you just have to go for a few months without buying all the junk you usually buy . If you live frugally , you ’ ll save plenty of money . ", I guess working with so much money has made me rather greedy . Maybe losing my job would be a good thing ! I like to stay here . , Why ? Why ? , People are very kind down your way . You ’ re lucky . People are very kind down your way . You ’ re lucky . ," Yes , do you always gather to welcome new comers ? " " Yes , do you always gather to welcome new comers ? ", Never . Never . , Really ? Really ? , Yeah . People down our way hardly speak to each other . "Hello , Mr . Brown . How are you today ? "," I ’ m very well , thank you . " " I ’ m very well , thank you . ", that ’ s good to hear . Shall we get started ? I see from your application form that you ’ Ve worked as a maintenance man for over 7 years . that ’ s good to hear . Shall we get started ? I see from your application form that you ’ Ve worked as a maintenance man for over 7 years . ," yes , that ’ s true . " " yes , that ’ s true . ", what kind of work did you do ? what kind of work did you do ? ," I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems . " " I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines , grinders , welders , etc . I also repaired other things such as vacuums , toilets , locks , etc . I also did some electrical work . I took some courses about electrical systems . ", That ’ s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ? That ’ s good . What kind of electrical work did you do ? , I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building . I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters . I fixed many kinds of power failure problems . Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building . ," well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ’ Ve ever had , please . " " well , your work experience sounds good for the job we have open . Now tell me about the best job you ’ Ve ever had , please . ", the best job ? What do you mean ? the best job ? What do you mean ? , like the job you feel the most proud of . like the job you feel the most proud of . , I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people . I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria . It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with . We really worked as a team . I enjoy working with those people . ," Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of . " " Tell me something about a time when you did something well , something you feel proud of . ", I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it . I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory . I got bonus for it . , that ’ s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question . that ’ s great . No wonder you feel proud of that . Now let me ask you another question . ," Go ahead , please . " " Go ahead , please . "," in all the jobs you ’ Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ? " " in all the jobs you ’ Ve had , what was it you disliked the most ? "," wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ’ t think I ’ Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things . " " wow , this question is hard to answer . I don ’ t think I ’ Ve ever had a job that I really disliked . But I dislike work that is monotonous , always the same from day to day . I like to move around and do different things . ", all right . Do you have any questions ? all right . Do you have any questions ? , no . I can ’ t think of any right now . no . I can ’ t think of any right now . , you ’ ll hear from us by the end of this week . you ’ ll hear from us by the end of this week . , thank you very much . I ’ m looking forward to hearing from you about this job . Do you have any certificate that has something to do with tourism ? ," Yes , I have the Tour Guide Certificate . " " Yes , I have the Tour Guide Certificate . ", Why do you choose our travel agency ? Why do you choose our travel agency ? ," Because your travel agency has a good fame in this market ; what's more , all the staff here are working very hard . I like doing some challenging job . " I'll always remember my college days . , Oh yeah ? Oh yeah ? ," It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate . " " It was one of the best times in my life . It was tough , but I made it . I became a college graduate . ", How did you feel when you graduated ? How did you feel when you graduated ? ," It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end . " " It was a round day for me . My family attend the graduation ceremony . I was so nervous . I couldn't find my cap and gown , but all worked out in the end . ", What did you do after graduation ? What did you do after graduation ? ," I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind . " " I was planning to attend gradate school , but then I was offered a good job doing marketing , so I changed my mind . ", Sounds like you're happy with your decision . Sounds like you're happy with your decision . , I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ? I sure am . So what about you ? How did you feel when you graduated ? ," It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day . " " It was also a proud day for me , but I also felt like a kind of loss that day . ", How could it be ? How could it be ? ," While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do . " " While seeing others going to work or continue their study , I didn't know what I would do . ", You didn't have an offer ? You didn't have an offer ? ," I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough . " " I had one , but I didn't like the job very much . I wanted to attend graduate school , but I was afraid it would be too tough . "," I think you lack in the power of decision . Once you make your decision , don't be overtaken by misgivings and fear . Just go full steam ahead ! " Would you like a smoking or non-smoking room ? ," Non-smoking , please . " "Hello , I ’ d like a return to Xi ’ an please . ", Certainly . When do you want to travel ? Certainly . When do you want to travel ? , Tomorrow . Tomorrow . ," Ok , no problem . What class of service would you like - soft sleeper or hard sleeper ? " " Ok , no problem . What class of service would you like - soft sleeper or hard sleeper ? ", How much is the soft sleeper ? How much is the soft sleeper ? , The soft sleeper costs 600RMB one way and the hard sleeper is 400RMB one way . The soft sleeper costs 600RMB one way and the hard sleeper is 400RMB one way . ," Ok , I ’ ll take a return ticket on the soft sleeper please . " "Our supervisor Lester does . Actually , Lester is kind of like the kitchen god . ", The kitchen god ? What does he do ? The kitchen god ? What does he do ? ," He just stays in the kitchen and watches you . Before the Chinese New Year , the kitchen god tells his boss whether you were good or bad this year . Just like Lester does ! " " He just stays in the kitchen and watches you . Before the Chinese New Year , the kitchen god tells his boss whether you were good or bad this year . Just like Lester does ! "," Oh , no ! I did a lot of bad things this year . I hope the kitchen god isn't like Lester--he blabs my mistakes to everybody ! " " Oh , no ! I did a lot of bad things this year . I hope the kitchen god isn't like Lester--he blabs my mistakes to everybody ! "," Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did . " " Actually , there's a way to keep the kitchen god from telling the bad things you did . "," What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ? " " What is it ? Tell me ! Will it work for Lester , too ? ", I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you ! I think so ! Just serve a lot of sweet dishes next week . That will make the kitchen god say sweet things about you ! , Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester . Hmm . Are you sure that will work ? I already tried giving chocolate to Lester . , And what happened ? And what happened ? , His face broke out and he said it was my fault ! She has contributed to a new school . ," Oh , I know . She is a famous woman and a focus of the newspaper now because of this thing . " " Oh , I know . She is a famous woman and a focus of the newspaper now because of this thing . ", I hear the school is very modern . It has the best equipments . I hear the school is very modern . It has the best equipments . , Yes . Do you know its name . Yes . Do you know its name . , She said she would name it after her father . She said she would name it after her father . ," Oh , I think she wants to do this thing in memory of her father . " Did you hear about car accident on Spring Road yesterday ? ," Yes , I did . I heard that they took both drivers to hospital . One needed surgery . " " Yes , I did . I heard that they took both drivers to hospital . One needed surgery . "," Yes . I heard he had a few broken bones too , but that the doctors have set the fractures without any problems . " " Yes . I heard he had a few broken bones too , but that the doctors have set the fractures without any problems . ", The second driver was luckier . He had a concussion and needed some stitches for his head wound . The second driver was luckier . He had a concussion and needed some stitches for his head wound . , Yes . He was released from hospital yesterday evening . The other man could be there for weeks . Yes . He was released from hospital yesterday evening . The other man could be there for weeks . , I understand that he ’ s connected to a heart monitor and breathing apparatus . His condition can ’ t be very good . I understand that he ’ s connected to a heart monitor and breathing apparatus . His condition can ’ t be very good . , The hospital announced this morning that his condition is poor but stable . What does that mean ? The hospital announced this morning that his condition is poor but stable . What does that mean ? ," It means he ’ s really badly injured , but he will almost certainly survive . " " It means he ’ s really badly injured , but he will almost certainly survive . ", His family will be pleased to hear that . They must have been so worried . "hello , Kate ! How are you doing ? "," fine , thanks . How are you ? " " fine , thanks . How are you ? ", fine . How are your term papers ? fine . How are your term papers ? ," oh , my lord . I haven't really started them . " " oh , my lord . I haven't really started them . ", how could it be ? They are due two weeks later . how could it be ? They are due two weeks later . , I know but I was busy with my part-time job the last few days . I know but I was busy with my part-time job the last few days . ," Kate , you know , I am thinking of getting a part-time job next year because I really need more money and I don't want to ask my parents for any more . But I'm so busy ! How am I going to work and study " " Kate , you know , I am thinking of getting a part-time job next year because I really need more money and I don't want to ask my parents for any more . But I'm so busy ! How am I going to work and study "," to be honest with you , Jason , I don't think I'm doing a very good job of balancing my schoolwork with my job . I'm always two steps behind . I've got to get back to the dorm and continue writing tha " " to be honest with you , Jason , I don't think I'm doing a very good job of balancing my schoolwork with my job . I'm always two steps behind . I've got to get back to the dorm and continue writing tha ", my advisor ? Your PC is so amazing . Are you doing trade on internet ? , Thank you for your compliment . I bought this PC with my first-month salary . I am getting to know the on-line trade . Thank you for your compliment . I bought this PC with my first-month salary . I am getting to know the on-line trade . , I'm wondering if you often trade with others on the internet . I'm wondering if you often trade with others on the internet . ," Yes , I often do business through internet now . " " Yes , I often do business through internet now . "," Oh , really ? Is it a good way ? " " Oh , really ? Is it a good way ? "," Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house . " " Yes , very gorgeous . Sometimes , I can deal with my business without stepping out of our house . ", What advantages does it have ? What advantages does it have ? ," Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service . " " Firstly , it is convenient . And secondly , it has low cost , because you know you only need to pay the fee of internet service . ", I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition . I agree with you . It will cost too much when going abroad to join the exhibition . , The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers . The most important is that it is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send E-mails to your customers at any time . Even you can have e-contract with your regular customers . ," So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time . " " So cool , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time . "," Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways . " " Sure , but every coin has two sides . Doing business through the internet is not as safe as doing business through traditional ways . ", Will you give me some suggestion ? Will you give me some suggestion ? ," Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website . " " Of course , such as Alabama , which is a famous website . ", Thank you . Maybe I will do business through internet in the future . I'd like to change some US dollars into euros and I'd like to know today's exchange rate . ," According to today's exchange rate , every US dollar in cash is equivalent to 0.75 euros . " " According to today's exchange rate , every US dollar in cash is equivalent to 0.75 euros . ", Is there any service charge ? Is there any service charge ? , We charge a 1 euro commission on each deal . How much would you like to change ? We charge a 1 euro commission on each deal . How much would you like to change ? , 400 US dollars . Here it is . Would you please give me small bills ? 400 US dollars . Here it is . Would you please give me small bills ? , No problem . This position requires a high level of English ability . How is your spoken and written English ? ," I have learned English for 10 years , and I have passed College English test level 4 and 6 . " " I have learned English for 10 years , and I have passed College English test level 4 and 6 . ", What other foreign languages do you speak ? What other foreign languages do you speak ? ," I have taught myself Japanese in college , and I can carry on simple conversations in Japanese . " " I have taught myself Japanese in college , and I can carry on simple conversations in Japanese . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," I have a driver's license , and two years of driving experience . " " I have a driver's license , and two years of driving experience . ", What special skills do you have ? What special skills do you have ? , I am very familiar with Windows operating system . I am very familiar with Windows operating system . , Have you got any special training in programming ? Have you got any special training in programming ? ," No , but I have taken elective courses in computer in college . " " No , but I have taken elective courses in computer in college . ", Do you have a good psychological resilience ? Do you have a good psychological resilience ? , I think I can work well under pressure . "Hello , my name is Bill Martin and we have a reservation for party tonight . "," Yes , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , what can I do for you ? ", I need to cancel that . We have had a last minute change of plans . I need to cancel that . We have had a last minute change of plans . , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another night ? I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another night ? ," OK , we will let you know as early as possible . By the way , will we be able to get a refund on this cancellation ? " " OK , we will let you know as early as possible . By the way , will we be able to get a refund on this cancellation ? ", Certainly . Certainly . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , That's all right . I hope we can help you at some other time . Good-bye . That's all right . I hope we can help you at some other time . Good-bye . , Good-bye . "Hi , are you busy ? "," Hi , I was just coming to see you.But since you made the trek to my office , you get to go first . " " Hi , I was just coming to see you.But since you made the trek to my office , you get to go first . "," Okay , I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co . failure , and I seem to have run into a stone wall . Can you help me out ? " " Okay , I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co . failure , and I seem to have run into a stone wall . Can you help me out ? "," Well , I can try , what do you need ? " " Well , I can try , what do you need ? ", You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details . You were there when the problem started . I was hoping you could fill me in on the details . ," Sure , no problem.But I need something from you . " " Sure , no problem.But I need something from you . ", Name it . Name it . , I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready.Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ? I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready.Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these ? ," All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem . " " All right , I can do that , and as soon as we finish this , we can both work on my problem . ", That works for me . That works for me . , Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office . Give me the study . I'll start as soon as I get back to my office . ," Here's a print out of the study , and this is a disc with the full report on it.The file name is product study , this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it . " "Can you be serious for a moment , we've been dating for 6 months now , I really like you . I'd like to take a relationship to the next level . ", So what are you trying to say to me ? So what are you trying to say to me ? , It feels like you are not dedicate to our relationship . It seems like you treat it as a just casual dating . It feels like you are not dedicate to our relationship . It seems like you treat it as a just casual dating . , How should I say it ? How should I say it ? , I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further . I don't want to be like this . I think we should get step further . ," It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over . " " It has only been 6 months , our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate . We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over . ", Like what ? Like what ? , Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek . Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek . , It was only the cheek . It was only the cheek . ," That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car . " " That is ok , then ? Starts on the cheek ? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car . "," Oh , that is ridiculous . " " Oh , that is ridiculous . ", So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ? So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek ? , Definitely not . Definitely not . ," You see , we still have hurdle . " It's taking you forever to do my hair . , Give me a minute . Give me a minute . , You should've been done already . You should've been done already . , There you go . There you go . , I don't think that you're done . I don't think that you're done . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , My hair looks hideous . My hair looks hideous . , What's so bad about it ? What's so bad about it ? , It doesn't look good at all . It doesn't look good at all . , Sorry about that . Sorry about that . , I really hope that you didn't expect me to pay you for this . I really hope that you didn't expect me to pay you for this . ," Well , let me talk to my manager , okay ? " Don't you have too much to do with him . , Why not ? Why not ? , His father is a prisoner . His father is a prisoner . ," So what ? His father is in prison , not he . " School has added several new courses to our grade this semester . I have more homework to do now . ," What's your favorite course , Daniel ? " " What's your favorite course , Daniel ? ", I like science most . I like science most . , Science ? That's a surprise . Science ? That's a surprise . , Surprise ? Surprise ? , I thought you would like PE . I thought you would like PE . ," I do like PE , but I am interested in science . " " I do like PE , but I am interested in science . ", Are you interested in science ? I can't believe it . Are you interested in science ? I can't believe it . ," Through this course , I can learn more about the world around us clearly . " " Through this course , I can learn more about the world around us clearly . ", Your parents would be happy if they knew that . Because you are always a naughty boy . Your parents would be happy if they knew that . Because you are always a naughty boy . , Naughty ? I'm naughty ? I'm just clever . So I only do the things I am interested in . Naughty ? I'm naughty ? I'm just clever . So I only do the things I am interested in . , Hope so . "Thanks for coming in today , did you have any trouble finding us ? Please take a seat . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," So , let ’ s get started . tell me a bit about your educational background . " " So , let ’ s get started . tell me a bit about your educational background . "," Sure ! Well , I graduated with honors from Chesterton University with a major in Business Administration , with a specialization in Information Management , and I minored in psychology . I chose this course of study for two reasons . I wanted to gain some practical , marketable skills , which the information management track provided , and I also feel that interpersonal skills are essential for professional success , hence the minor in psychology . " " Sure ! Well , I graduated with honors from Chesterton University with a major in Business Administration , with a specialization in Information Management , and I minored in psychology . I chose this course of study for two reasons . I wanted to gain some practical , marketable skills , which the information management track provided , and I also feel that interpersonal skills are essential for professional success , hence the minor in psychology . "," Interesting . And , your postgraduate studies ? " " Interesting . And , your postgraduate studies ? "," Well , I am really passionate about consumer behavior , so I pursued a master ’ s in that area . I also strive to keep my professional skills current , so I continuously attend seminars and conferences related management and customer service . " " Well , I am really passionate about consumer behavior , so I pursued a master ’ s in that area . I also strive to keep my professional skills current , so I continuously attend seminars and conferences related management and customer service . "," Very good . Now , tell me a little bit about your work experience . I see here that you previously worked at Oracle . " " Very good . Now , tell me a little bit about your work experience . I see here that you previously worked at Oracle . "," Yeah , I worked as their customer support manager , which brought me a breadth of experience in both client care , and process management . I supervised and coordinated the customer support team as well as implemented new strategies to achieve better customer satisfaction . " " Yeah , I worked as their customer support manager , which brought me a breadth of experience in both client care , and process management . I supervised and coordinated the customer support team as well as implemented new strategies to achieve better customer satisfaction . ", Interesting ... Interesting ... ," Yes , in this position I was able to make some pretty significant contributions to the overall success of the company . With the different initiatives that we implemented , we lowered our churn rate to about five percent , which had a direct impact on revenue . " You're here today to argue your ticket ? , I am . I am . , Plead your case . Plead your case . , The police officer that pulled me over said I was speeding . The police officer that pulled me over said I was speeding . , Were you speeding when you got pulled over ? Were you speeding when you got pulled over ? , I was not speeding . I was not speeding . , How fast were you going ? How fast were you going ? ," In a 40 mph zone , I was only going about 35 . " " In a 40 mph zone , I was only going about 35 . "," Well , seeing as the officer that pulled you over isn't here , I'll let you go . " " Well , seeing as the officer that pulled you over isn't here , I'll let you go . ", Do I still need to pay the fine ? Do I still need to pay the fine ? ," No , you don't . " " No , you don't . ", I appreciate your understanding . "Susan , we ’ re going to need those data before tomorrow . ", I know . I ’ m just waiting for confirmation on one of them . I can get them to you by tomorrow morning . I know . I ’ m just waiting for confirmation on one of them . I can get them to you by tomorrow morning . ," Yeah ? All right . Thanks , Susan . " " Yeah ? All right . Thanks , Susan . ", That ’ s all right . Would you care for a cup of tea before your meal ? ," OK , thank you . " " OK , thank you . ", How about some Oolong tea ? It's very popular with our guests . How about some Oolong tea ? It's very popular with our guests . , That'd be nice . Mrs . Lin . Please hold all of my calls for the next hour . ," OK , but do you want to talk to your wife if she calls ? " " OK , but do you want to talk to your wife if she calls ? "," Yes , I'll talk to her . " " Yes , I'll talk to her . ", All right . Do you know where you want to transfer to ? , I don ’ t have the slightest clue . I don ’ t have the slightest clue . , What school would you like to go to ? What school would you like to go to ? , I ’ m not sure . I ’ m not sure . , You honestly have no idea ? You honestly have no idea ? , PCC is perfectly fine for me . PCC is perfectly fine for me . , You might as well stay here . You might as well stay here . , That ’ s not a bad idea . That ’ s not a bad idea . , PCC is a wonderful institution . PCC is a wonderful institution . , You have a point . You have a point . ," So , what are you going to do ? " " So , what are you going to do ? ", I ’ m just going to keep going to PCC . What are you grinning about ? , Stephany said she would go out with me . Stephany said she would go out with me . , I thought mom said no dating till you are 16 . I thought mom said no dating till you are 16 . ," That ’ s in one month , and besides , this is a group date with all of our friends . " " That ’ s in one month , and besides , this is a group date with all of our friends . "," All of your friends , what are you planning to do ? " " All of your friends , what are you planning to do ? ", We ’ re going fishing . We ’ re going fishing . , What a party ! I hope you don ’ t expect the girls to fish . What a party ! I hope you don ’ t expect the girls to fish . ," These girls are different , they are not wimpy . " Don't you ever cheat on me . , Why would I do that ? Why would I do that ? , Because men like to cheat . Because men like to cheat . ," Some men do , but not me . " " Some men do , but not me . ", I'm watching you . I'm watching you . , I'm an open book . Watch me all you want . I'm an open book . Watch me all you want . ," If I catch you , you'll be sorry . " " If I catch you , you'll be sorry . "," You won't catch me , because I love you . I'm not a cheater . " " You won't catch me , because I love you . I'm not a cheater . ", I will poke your eyes out . I will poke your eyes out . , I don't want any other woman . I don't want any other woman . ," I will chop your toes off , one by one . " " I will chop your toes off , one by one . "," Honey , please . You're the only woman for me , forever . I swear it . " "If I wanted to rent a van , how much would it cost ? ", Let's see . That would be ¥ 160 a day a mile . Let's see . That would be ¥ 160 a day a mile . , That sounds OK . I'll need it from the 10th to the 14th . That sounds OK . I'll need it from the 10th to the 14th . , Do you have a valid license ? Do you have a valid license ? , Yeah . Here . Yeah . Here . , Fine . Now complete this form and sign your name at the bottom . How's your job search going ? , I only started looking for a job a few days ago . I only started looking for a job a few days ago . , have you finished compiling your resume ? have you finished compiling your resume ? ," yes , I was precise with every word in my resume ? " " yes , I was precise with every word in my resume ? ", that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content . that's good . Don't forget to design the format . An attractive format is as important as the content . ," absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read . " " absolutely , I've highlighted all my strengths and the resume is clear and easy to read . ", good . How about your cover letter ? good . How about your cover letter ? , a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ? a cover letter ? I've never thought about that . Won't a CV do for my job application ? ," no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of " " no , a CV is not enough . You should also attach it with a cover letter . Don't overlook it . You're faced with fierce competition in the job market . If your cover letter cannot stand out in the pile of "," sounds reasonable.Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention . " " sounds reasonable.Even if I'm the right one for the job , many people are applying for the same vacancy at the same time , so I should try my best to catch the Human Resources manager's attention . "," yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview . " " yes , you're right . All your preparation efforts are to help you land a job interview . ", got it . I'll start right now . The numbers in this table don't seem to be in accord with reality . ," I know , but these are the figures that we came up with . " I was just watching a documentary on tv about people use dogs for various purpose . It was very interesting . ," I love dogs . They have been used as guards for centuries . Nowadays , they are often used to find illegal drugs and bombs by the police and customs officers . " " I love dogs . They have been used as guards for centuries . Nowadays , they are often used to find illegal drugs and bombs by the police and customs officers . ", The documentary also pointed out that they are used by shepherds to round up sheep and by rescue workers to find people trapped under rubble or snow . The documentary also pointed out that they are used by shepherds to round up sheep and by rescue workers to find people trapped under rubble or snow . , Horses are useful to people too . We use them for sports and recreation . Horses are useful to people too . We use them for sports and recreation . , Don ’ t forget that horses are still used in many countries to pull ploughs and carts . Don ’ t forget that horses are still used in many countries to pull ploughs and carts . , Can you ride a horse ? Can you ride a horse ? ," Yes , I can . I don ’ t ride regularly though . How about you ? " " Yes , I can . I don ’ t ride regularly though . How about you ? ", I can ride too . Perhaps we could go horse riding together at the weekend ? I can ride too . Perhaps we could go horse riding together at the weekend ? , What a good idea ! "Thank you for your hospitality , Leon . I had a wonderful time ! "," You're welcome , Diane . I hope you can visit us again soon . " What can I do for you ? , I am coming to inquire about the information of the company . When was this company established ? I am coming to inquire about the information of the company . When was this company established ? ," Well , this company can be dated back to 1893 , so it has a hundred years of history . " " Well , this company can be dated back to 1893 , so it has a hundred years of history . ", Really ? That is amazing . "Oh , you look kind of pale . What's the matter ? ", I feel sick . I feel sick . , Do you ? Just a minute . Let me get the airsick bag ready ... Here . Do you ? Just a minute . Let me get the airsick bag ready ... Here . , Thank you . Thank you . , Shall I get you some water ? Shall I get you some water ? ," No , thank you . I'll be all right as soon as the plane gets out of this turbulence . " You have been doing a great job this year and I am very satisfied with your work . , I am very happy to know my work could be recognized by you and our company . I am very happy to know my work could be recognized by you and our company . ," Based on your contribution , I would like to give you a pay raise . Your monthly salary will be increased by 800 Yuan . This increase includes an 80 % married increase based on your achievements and increase responsibilities and then the additional 20 % increase were reflecting the changes in cost of living . " " Based on your contribution , I would like to give you a pay raise . Your monthly salary will be increased by 800 Yuan . This increase includes an 80 % married increase based on your achievements and increase responsibilities and then the additional 20 % increase were reflecting the changes in cost of living . ", I really appreciate it . Thank you . Please file all the reports for me . , OK . Would you like to file them according to dates ? OK . Would you like to file them according to dates ? , Yes . Will you also make copies and file them using both methods ? Yes . Will you also make copies and file them using both methods ? ," Yes , I will . " " Yes , I will . ", Good . Can you please also list all the documents in those old files ? Good . Can you please also list all the documents in those old files ? , When do you expect it to be finished ? When do you expect it to be finished ? , Before next Friday . Before next Friday . , All right . The NASDAQ gained a few points today . , Does it mean anything ? Does it mean anything ? , It's hard to say . The stock market is weird . You never know what will happen tomorrow . It's hard to say . The stock market is weird . You never know what will happen tomorrow . ," Why do you buy stocks , then ? " " Why do you buy stocks , then ? "," It's a kind of investment . If I choose a good stock and hold it long enough , I can get good returns . " Now we have settled the terms of payment . Is it possible to effect shipment during September ? , I don't think we can . I don't think we can . , Then when is the earliest we can expect shipment ? Then when is the earliest we can expect shipment ? ," By the middle of October , I think . " " By the middle of October , I think . "," That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated . " " That's too late . You see , November is the season for this commodity in our market , and our Customs formalities are rather complicated . ", I understand . I understand . ," Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season . " " Besides , the flow through the marketing channels and the red tape involved take at least a couple of weeks . Thus , after shipment it will be four to five weeks altogether before the goods can reach our retailers . The goods must therefore be shipped before October ; otherwise we won't be in time for the selling season . "," But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter . " " But our factories are fully committed for the third quarter . In fact , many of our clients are placing orders for delivery in the fourth quarter . "," Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out . " " Mr . Brown , you certainly realize that the time of delivery is a matter of great importance to us . If we place our goods on the market at a time when all other importers have already sold their goods at profitable prices , we shall lose out . "," I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery . " " I see your point . However , we have done more business this year than any of the previous years . I am very sorry to say that we cannot advance the time of delivery . "," That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration . " " That's too bad , but I sincerely hope you will give our request your special consideration . ", You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands . You may take it from me that the last thing we want to do is to disappoint an old customer like you . But the fact remains that our manufacturers have a heavy backlog on their hands . ," But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us . " " But can't you find some way to get round your producers for an earlier delivery ? Make a special effort , please . A timely delivery means a lot to us . ", All right . We'll get in touch with our producers and see what they have to say . What was that all about ? , We had a difference of opinion . We had a difference of opinion . , Is she going to be okay ? Is she going to be okay ? , She'll be fine . "Dad , where is the Book Building ? ", I'm looking . Can you still remember what the conductor said ? I'm looking . Can you still remember what the conductor said ? ," She said that when we get off the bus , the Book Building is right by the bus stop . " " She said that when we get off the bus , the Book Building is right by the bus stop . ", But I don't see it . But I don't see it . ," Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please ! " " Oh , Dad , look at the sign , please ! "," Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey . " " Oh , my god ! We get off at the wrong stop . I'm so sorry , honey . "," OK , Dad , it happens . " " OK , Dad , it happens . ", It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ? It's my fault . So what can we do now ? Walk ? ," Come on , I'm too tired ! " " Come on , I'm too tired ! "," OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi . " " OK , you promise don't tell your mother about it , we'll take a taxi . "," Sure , I promise . " " Sure , I promise . "," If you keep your promise , I will also let you watch Ultraman this evening . " "Hey , This is your order . ", Are you new here ? I come to this coffeehouse often . But I didn't see you here before . Are you new here ? I come to this coffeehouse often . But I didn't see you here before . , Yes . I started this part-time job just three days ago . And my internship will last 1 week . I'm still a student now . Yes . I started this part-time job just three days ago . And my internship will last 1 week . I'm still a student now . , Do you mind if I ask you why you've taken the part-time job here ? Do you mind if I ask you why you've taken the part-time job here ? ," Of course not . You know , there are many foreign customers like you here . And I think it's good for me to improve my oral English . " " Of course not . You know , there are many foreign customers like you here . And I think it's good for me to improve my oral English . "," Oh , are you an English student ? Or you just study English for interest's sake ? " " Oh , are you an English student ? Or you just study English for interest's sake ? "," No , I'm not an English student . But I do like English . I'm going to be a volunteer in the 2008 Olympics where I want to be helpful with the language . So I try to improve my English . " " No , I'm not an English student . But I do like English . I'm going to be a volunteer in the 2008 Olympics where I want to be helpful with the language . So I try to improve my English . ", Very nice . Thank you for your time . Very nice . Thank you for your time . ," Thank you , sir . But I'm not allowed to accept any tips . " " Thank you , sir . But I'm not allowed to accept any tips . ", OK then . I don't want to put you in trouble . OK then . I don't want to put you in trouble . ," Well , would you like something else ? The new-made cafe parfait is really good . Want some ? " " Well , would you like something else ? The new-made cafe parfait is really good . Want some ? ", OK . But I'd like some cookies . OK . But I'd like some cookies . ," Sure . If you want more coffee , please go over there . There is self-help coffee maker . " " Sure . If you want more coffee , please go over there . There is self-help coffee maker . ", I surely know that . Don't forget that I am a regular customer here . I surely know that . Don't forget that I am a regular customer here . ," Oops . Well , wait for a while . We'll get it done quickly . " " Oops . Well , wait for a while . We'll get it done quickly . ", It's OK . Thank you . There's a new play tonight . , What's its name ? What's its name ? , ' Romeo and Juliet ' . ' Romeo and Juliet ' . , What is it about ? What is it about ? , It's about their great love . It's about their great love . , Sounds interesting . Sounds interesting . , Of course . Do you want to see it ? Of course . Do you want to see it ? ," Yes , do you have tickets ? " " Yes , do you have tickets ? "," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . "," Let's go to the theater and buy two tickets now , shall we ? " " Let's go to the theater and buy two tickets now , shall we ? ", Good idea . Let's goa Good idea . Let's goa , OK . Let's go . "Sorry , I need a trip to the bog . ", Please yourself . "Hello , let me introduce myself . I'm your neighbor . My name is Shirley . "," Hi , Shirley . I'm Sophie . It's nice to meet you . " " Hi , Shirley . I'm Sophie . It's nice to meet you . "," Nice to meet you , too . " " Nice to meet you , too . ", Please come in . Please come in . , Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful . Here is a little gift for your family . It's a calendar with all the community events on it . I hope it can be helpful . , I really appreciate it . I really appreciate it . ," Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me . " " Since we are neighbors , if you need any help or anything , please come to me . "," I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before . " " I will . Actually , I am worried so much about the security of this community because my house has been burgled twice before . "," Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong . " " Oh , don't worry about that here . There are security guards on duty 24 hours a day and they patrol all over the neighborhood . You know , they are all very strong . ", Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ? Really ? That's good . Is there any supermarket in our neighborhood ? , Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to . Of course . There is a Carrefour near the neighborhood . I'll show you there if you want to . , That's terrific ! That's terrific ! ," By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there . " " By the way , a party will be held for new neighbors the day after tomorrow . I hope I can see you there . "," Yeah , and we can get to know each other at the party . " I'm sure he was off-side . , But the ref didn't whistle . But the ref didn't whistle . , I think he favors the host team . I think he favors the host team . ," Anyway , the host team seems to fight for the gold . " "Excuse me , but I'm looking for a gift for my friend . ", Is it a Chinese New Year's gift or a birthday gift ? Is it a Chinese New Year's gift or a birthday gift ? ," Well , it's a wedding gift . " " Well , it's a wedding gift . "," Oh , I see . Let me guess ... something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage ? " " Oh , I see . Let me guess ... something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage ? ", Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ... Basically . But I have no idea what to get ! She's American and kind of ... , Well-endowed ? Don't worry . I have some bras with bigger cup sizes in the back . "Doctor , here's my report for my IVP examination . ", Let me have a look . Can you see there's a stone in your kidney ? Let me have a look . Can you see there's a stone in your kidney ? ," Oh , yes , is it dangerous ? " " Oh , yes , is it dangerous ? "," No , but it's painful . " " No , but it's painful . ", Do I have to have an operation ? Do I have to have an operation ? ," No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big . " " No , it's not necessary since the stone is not big . "," Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games . " " Good , I can still attend the Olympic Games . "," Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine . " " Yes , you're lucky . But you should go to the Ultrasonic Department to disperse the stone . Meanwhile , I'll give you some herbal medicine . "," Oh , I've heard a lot about the Chinese herbal medicine . I believe it will work . " What's the quickest way to get there ? , If were you . I'd take a taxi . If were you . I'd take a taxi . , Can you tell me where the taxi stand is ? Can you tell me where the taxi stand is ? , You will find a taxi stand the street corner . You will find a taxi stand the street corner . , Thank you . I think we should buy some souvenirs to take home . , Why not ? What about us doing it right now ? Why not ? What about us doing it right now ? , Good idea . I noticed that on our way to the tower there are so many shops selling all kinds of souvenirs . Good idea . I noticed that on our way to the tower there are so many shops selling all kinds of souvenirs . , So let's head there . We'd better hurry up . Good afternoon . Can I help you ? , Is it possible for me to buy some RIB at this counter ? Is it possible for me to buy some RIB at this counter ? ," Of course , that's no problem at all . " " Of course , that's no problem at all . ", That's a relief ! I was a little worried about it ; I left England in a bit of a hurry . That's a relief ! I was a little worried about it ; I left England in a bit of a hurry . , How much would you like to change ? How much would you like to change ? ," Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty . " " Well , I'm only here for 3 days , so I think 500 GAP should be plenty . "," Please fill in this exchange form , and I'll need to see your passport , and sign here . That's the money and your passport back . Of course , if you don't spend all of it , you can come back and we'd be happy to buy the local currency back from you . " "Hey , Jim , you're 15 minutes late . What's up ? ", I got stuck in a traffic jam . I got stuck in a traffic jam . ," Hurry up , the show is about to start . " " Hurry up , the show is about to start . ", It looks like you're very interested in the circus . It looks like you're very interested in the circus . ," Yes , I love to see the animal show . " " Yes , I love to see the animal show . "," I have never seen those before , but since you're so excited it should be good . " " I have never seen those before , but since you're so excited it should be good . ", I'm sure you'll love it . I'm sure you'll love it . ," Okay , I will go and get some popcorn first . " Hello . Are you a friend of Helen's ? ," Actually , a friend of a friend . " " Actually , a friend of a friend . ", My name is Phil . What's yours ? My name is Phil . What's yours ? , Alecia . Alecia . , Have you tried these little ditties ? They are really good . Have you tried these little ditties ? They are really good . , Thanks . They look delicious . Thanks . They look delicious . , Can I get you some punch ? I was just going to go get myself some . Can I get you some punch ? I was just going to go get myself some . , That would be great . I would love some . How were you getting along with your studies ? , Quite well . I made good records in college . I won the scholarship in every semester . Quite well . I made good records in college . I won the scholarship in every semester . ," In addition to your major , did you have other fields to study ? " " In addition to your major , did you have other fields to study ? "," Yes , I had taken finance courses in a training school . Compound talents are needed in the society and I must study continually to keep abreast with the times . " Sorry ! Excuse me ! I got your message . , Taylor ? Taylor ! Is this a joke ? Is it really you ? But ... but ... everyone said you were dead ! Taylor ? Taylor ! Is this a joke ? Is it really you ? But ... but ... everyone said you were dead ! , That's OK . Just let it out . I'm OK ! I was out of town with ... Femi . That's OK . Just let it out . I'm OK ! I was out of town with ... Femi . ," Oh , Taylor ! I'm so ... so happy . But then ... who's that ? " " Oh , Taylor ! I'm so ... so happy . But then ... who's that ? ", Taylor Smith . But not me . The pallbearers are carrying out the casket . It would be rude to just leave . Let's follow . Do you like the food here ? , Yes . The baked fish was out of this world . Yes . The baked fish was out of this world . , I am glad you like it . I am glad you like it . , Can we have the bill now ? Can we have the bill now ? , Sure . It's $ 100 . Where are you going this weekend ? , I have no idea . Maybe I will sleep for the whole day . I have no idea . Maybe I will sleep for the whole day . , So boring ! Shall we go out for a picnic with my friends ? So boring ! Shall we go out for a picnic with my friends ? , Sounds interesting . Who are the other people ? Sounds interesting . Who are the other people ? ," Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel . " " Fred and David , my college class mates and Rachel . ", Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ? Gorgeous ! What should I bring on that day ? , Your tent and enough food and water . Your tent and enough food and water . ," You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ? " " You mean , we can do many other things after the picnic , right ? "," We can go fishing , chatting and camping . " " We can go fishing , chatting and camping . ", What are we waiting for ? Come on ! What are we waiting for ? Come on ! , Don't hurry . Wait for my call . This needs dry-cleaning.Can you remove this stain without harming the fabric ? ," Let me see . We ’ ll try , but I ’ m not sure that we can remove it . " " Let me see . We ’ ll try , but I ’ m not sure that we can remove it . "," Ok , then . We ’ ll I ’ d also like to have this pressed . " " Ok , then . We ’ ll I ’ d also like to have this pressed . ", Any starch ? Any starch ? , No starch . Fastback Travel . How can I help you ? , Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd ? Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd ? ," He's on holiday for the week , I'm afraid . Can I help ? " " He's on holiday for the week , I'm afraid . Can I help ? ", Could you leave him a message ? Could you leave him a message ? , Sure . Sure . , Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned . Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned . , You'd better spell that ! You'd better spell that ! ," Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R . " " Of course . It's H , O , R , S , T , then W , E , I , S , S , M , U umlaut , L , L , E , R . "," Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ? " " Right , I think I've got that . OK , what's the message ? ", Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it . Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia . That's it . ," OK , will do . Bye . " " OK , will do . Bye . ", Thanks . Bye . "It's getting late , Mary . ", Maybe I should go home . Maybe I should go home . , Why don't you sleep over ? Why don't you sleep over ? , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , We can sleep together . We can sleep together . , Sounds like a good idea . Sounds like a good idea . , Don't forget to call your host mother to tell her . Don't forget to call your host mother to tell her . , Thanks for reminding me . I just heard your boy had taken the first place in the history test . He is super cool . , You flatter me . "Marketing manage office , can I help you ? "," Mr Green , please . " " Mr Green , please . "," Sorry , he's out . " " Sorry , he's out . ", What time you suspect back them ? What time you suspect back them ? ," Sorry , I am not sure , can I take a message ? " " Sorry , I am not sure , can I take a message ? "," No , thanks . I'll call back later . " " No , thanks . I'll call back later . ", That's fine.please call again later . That's fine.please call again later . ," Ok , thank you.Goodbye . " "Thank you for your interest in this job . You'll be hearing from us . Send the next applicant in on your way out , please . ", Thank you very much for offering me this opportunity . Thank you very much for offering me this opportunity . , It has been pleasant talking with you . It has been pleasant talking with you . , I have enjoyed talking with you too . Thank you . I have enjoyed talking with you too . Thank you . , May I call you at your home about our final decision ? May I call you at your home about our final decision ? ," Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon . " " Yes , please . My telephone number is 367 - 1314 . You can call me between four and six in the afternoon . ", We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job . We'll get in touch with you by next Wednesday . Thank you for your interest in this job . , Thank you for your interview . "Oh , Mary , come in , please . I'm so happy to see you . "," Happy birthday , George . Many happy returns of the day . Here's a present for you . " " Happy birthday , George . Many happy returns of the day . Here's a present for you . "," Oh , thank you , Mary . You're so nice . " " Oh , thank you , Mary . You're so nice . "," I hope you like it . Oh , have the other guys arrived ? " " I hope you like it . Oh , have the other guys arrived ? ", They're all waiting for you . Let's join them . I'm going to cut the cake soon . They're all waiting for you . Let's join them . I'm going to cut the cake soon . , Let's go . How do you like the apartment ? ," I like the apartment , but I see something wrong with it . " " I like the apartment , but I see something wrong with it . ", What ’ s wrong ? What ’ s wrong ? , There ’ s a leaking faucet in the sink . There ’ s a leaking faucet in the sink . , That isn ’ t a problem . That isn ’ t a problem . , That leak is going to raise my water bill . That leak is going to raise my water bill . , What can I do ? What can I do ? , You need to fix it . You need to fix it . , I can ’ t right now . I can ’ t right now . , I won ’ t rent it if the faucet isn ’ t fixed . I won ’ t rent it if the faucet isn ’ t fixed . , I will fix it for you . I will fix it for you . , I ’ m glad you finally agree . It ’ s freezing in here ! Can I turn up the heat ? , Don ’ t touch that thermostat ! You don ’ t pay the bills around here ! Don ’ t touch that thermostat ! You don ’ t pay the bills around here ! ," Dad ! Are you serious ? What ’ s the point of having central heating if we can ’ t use it ! Look , I can see my breath ! " " Dad ! Are you serious ? What ’ s the point of having central heating if we can ’ t use it ! Look , I can see my breath ! ", Put on a sweater ! I ’ m not gonna let you run up my heating bill just because it ’ s a bit chilly . Put on a sweater ! I ’ m not gonna let you run up my heating bill just because it ’ s a bit chilly . , Dad ! I ’ m gonna catch a cold ! Dad ! I ’ m gonna catch a cold ! ," When I was your age , my parents didn ’ t have central heating like you do ! We had a furnace in the center of the living room and that was it . We used it to cook , heat the house and even dry our clothes ! We never caught a cold . You should be grateful ! " "Welcome to Lincoln Bank . What can I help you with , Sir ? "," I'm not sure if I'm at the right counter , but I need some advice on mortgages , can you help me ? " " I'm not sure if I'm at the right counter , but I need some advice on mortgages , can you help me ? "," Unfortunately , no , I can't . But our specialist can . Please take a seat and our Mortgage Adviser will come out to see you . " " Unfortunately , no , I can't . But our specialist can . Please take a seat and our Mortgage Adviser will come out to see you . "," A specialist ? That's excellent , thanks . " " A specialist ? That's excellent , thanks . "," No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ? " " No problem , Sir . He'll be with you in just a minute . Could I get you something to drink while you are waiting ? "," A black coffee with 2 sugars would be much appreciated , thanks . " "Look , Bob . This is a photograph I took during my trip to Australia . "," Let me see it , can I ? This is a good photograph . Who are these people ? " " Let me see it , can I ? This is a good photograph . Who are these people ? ", They ’ re people I met during the trip . That ’ s the ship we traveled on . They ’ re people I met during the trip . That ’ s the ship we traveled on . , What a beautiful ship ! Who ’ s this ? What a beautiful ship ! Who ’ s this ? , That ’ s the man I told you about . Remember ? That ’ s the man I told you about . Remember ? , Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia . Ah yes . The one who offered you a job in Australia . , That ’ s right . That ’ s right . , Who ’ s this ? Who ’ s this ? , Guess ! Guess ! ," It ’ s not you , is it ? " " It ’ s not you , is it ? "," That ’ s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home . " " That ’ s right . I grew a beard during the trip , but I shaved it off when I came home . ", Why did you shave it off ? Why did you shave it off ? , My wife didn ’ t like it ! I watched a very interesting documentary about plants yesterday evening . It was called unusual plants and looked at several species of plants from around the world which have unusual features . , Really ? Tell me about some of the plants they showed . Really ? Tell me about some of the plants they showed . , Well . There was one type of plant that catches insects and eats them . Well . There was one type of plant that catches insects and eats them . , Is that type of plant found in this country ? Is that type of plant found in this country ? ," No , it isn ’ t . it ’ s a pity , because I ’ d like to see it in action . " " No , it isn ’ t . it ’ s a pity , because I ’ d like to see it in action . ", So would i . what other unusual plants did they show ? So would i . what other unusual plants did they show ? ," They showed flowers that only provide their nectar to one type of butterfly or bee . The insect has to be the exact size to get the nectar . Other insects cannot get it . Of course , when the insect molle " " They showed flowers that only provide their nectar to one type of butterfly or bee . The insect has to be the exact size to get the nectar . Other insects cannot get it . Of course , when the insect molle "," That ’ s very specialized . So , the insects and the flowers rely on each other . If one became extinct , the other would too . " " That ’ s very specialized . So , the insects and the flowers rely on each other . If one became extinct , the other would too . ", That ’ s right . That ’ s one reason why it ’ s so important to protect every species . That ’ s right . That ’ s one reason why it ’ s so important to protect every species . , I see . The plants that fascinate me most are cacti . I find it amazing that they can survive in such dry desert conditions . I see . The plants that fascinate me most are cacti . I find it amazing that they can survive in such dry desert conditions . ," According to the documentary , they have an incredible ability to find water supplies , however small , and then store them without losing much through evaporation . " " According to the documentary , they have an incredible ability to find water supplies , however small , and then store them without losing much through evaporation . "," That ’ s why they often have long roots to find water spines instead of leaves , to reduce water loss . " "This is what my boss is expecting , Sandy . He wants a detailed list of expenses and equipment costs . "," That ’ s going to take a while to put together , Paul . " " That ’ s going to take a while to put together , Paul . "," The sooner , the better , Sandy . I don ’ t think he ’ ll sign anything till he ’ s got that in his hands . " " The sooner , the better , Sandy . I don ’ t think he ’ ll sign anything till he ’ s got that in his hands . ", I ’ ll get to work on it right away . Anything else ? "Hi , could you help me find a place where I could buy some lunch ? ", Sure ! What kind of food would you like ? Sure ! What kind of food would you like ? ," I was thinking of pizza or something else Italian , maybe . " " I was thinking of pizza or something else Italian , maybe . ", I know the perfect place ! I know the perfect place ! , Good ! Where is it ? Good ! Where is it ? , It's right past that last building on the left . Do you want me to go with you ? It's right past that last building on the left . Do you want me to go with you ? , That would be great . That would be great . , Glad you asked me to join you . This will be fun ! "I'm so hungry . Shall we go eat now , Rick ? ", sure . Where do you want to go ? Are you in the mood for anything in particular ? sure . Where do you want to go ? Are you in the mood for anything in particular ? , how about some dumplings ? I just can't get enough of them . how about some dumplings ? I just can't get enough of them . ," dumplings again ? ! Oh , Amy , let's try something new ! " " dumplings again ? ! Oh , Amy , let's try something new ! "," well , what do you have in mind ? " " well , what do you have in mind ? ", how about the Mongolian hot pot ? how about the Mongolian hot pot ? ," oh , it's too spicy for me . Don't you remember last time when I tasted the lamb ? It was so spicy my eyes teared up ! " " oh , it's too spicy for me . Don't you remember last time when I tasted the lamb ? It was so spicy my eyes teared up ! ", maybe we can try Yuanyang pot this time . You can choose the non-spicy soup base . maybe we can try Yuanyang pot this time . You can choose the non-spicy soup base . , sounds great . Do they serve noodles ? I am in the mood for some tasty noodles as well . sounds great . Do they serve noodles ? I am in the mood for some tasty noodles as well . , yes . The sliced noodles they offer are among the most authentic Shanti cuisines . yes . The sliced noodles they offer are among the most authentic Shanti cuisines . , great . Let's go ! great . Let's go ! , wait a minute . Let me throw on a sweater . "Excuse me , when is the next train to Los Angeles ? ", 10 fifteen a . m . 10 fifteen a . m . , Can I get the ticket here ? Can I get the ticket here ? , Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter . Sorry . You have to buy your ticket at the next counter . , Thank you . How do you feel ? , I'm getting sleepy . I'm getting sleepy . , You've had so long a flight . You've had so long a flight . , Time difference also makes me feel weak . Time difference also makes me feel weak . ," Oh , I forgot about it . " " Oh , I forgot about it . "," It's four o'clock in the morning in Chicago now , but it's time to go to bed in Shanghai . " " It's four o'clock in the morning in Chicago now , but it's time to go to bed in Shanghai . ", Don't think so much . Take a good sleep and you'll feel better soon . Let's meet tonight at the Thai restaurant at about 5 . ," Fine , I'll take a taxi . " " Fine , I'll take a taxi . ", Why don't you walk ? It's only about 20 minutes walking and it's a nice evening . Why don't you walk ? It's only about 20 minutes walking and it's a nice evening . ," Never thought about it , I sure you are right . It's quite a short walk . " " Never thought about it , I sure you are right . It's quite a short walk . "," Ha-ha , see you then . " have you ever thought about your ideal home ? ," I have , actually ; I ’ Ve always wanted to build my dream home myself . " " I have , actually ; I ’ Ve always wanted to build my dream home myself . ", what would it be like ? what would it be like ? ," well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me . " " well , it would be spacious and located next to a park , because a nice view is important to me . ", how many rooms would it have ? how many rooms would it have ? ," I ’ d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ’ d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t " " I ’ d want it to have three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies on each , and one main bedroom on the main floor with an attached en suite . I ’ d also want a large living room and kitchen connected t ", how many bedrooms would your dream home have ? how many bedrooms would your dream home have ? ," I ’ d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three . " " I ’ d have one guest bathroom in the basement , one attached to the main bedroom , and one upstairs , so a total of three . ", how would you decorate your house ? how would you decorate your house ? ," I don ’ t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ’ t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b " " I don ’ t like a lot of clutter , so I wouldn ’ t have lots of things out . I would have a few vases on the mantel piece and some pictures of my family on the walls , but other than that , most things would b ", how many TVs would your dream home have ? how many TVs would your dream home have ? ," I think TV is a great waste of time , so I would only have one small TV in the kitchen to watch the news in the morning . " We have a live show of a football match this Friday night . , What're the teams ? What're the teams ? , Brazilian against AC Millan . Brazilian against AC Millan . , I bet AC Milan will lose . "Hello , may I speak to Mr.Baker , please ? "," Hold on a second , please . I'll see if he's in . I'm sorry , Mr.Baker had just gone out . Who's calling ? " " Hold on a second , please . I'll see if he's in . I'm sorry , Mr.Baker had just gone out . Who's calling ? ", This is Jones . Can I leave a message ? This is Jones . Can I leave a message ? ," Yes , certainly . What's that ? " " Yes , certainly . What's that ? ", Please tell him to call Mr.Baker at the Grand Restaurant . It's urgent . Please tell him to call Mr.Baker at the Grand Restaurant . It's urgent . ," OK , I'll have Mr.Baker call you as soon as he comes back . " " OK , I'll have Mr.Baker call you as soon as he comes back . ", Thank you . My goodness ! What happened ? You have blood on your face . ," Oh , don't worry . I just killed a pigeon . " " Oh , don't worry . I just killed a pigeon . ", How could you have the heart to kill it ? We only have one ! How could you have the heart to kill it ? We only have one ! , It spoiled my painting ! Hello . I'd like to speak to Susan . ," I'm sorry , but there's no one here by that name . " " I'm sorry , but there's no one here by that name . ", Isn't this the Whites ? Isn't this the Whites ? ," Yes , this is . What number are you calling ? " " Yes , this is . What number are you calling ? ", I'm calling 6667777 . Maybe my finger slipped and I touched the wrong number . I'm calling 6667777 . Maybe my finger slipped and I touched the wrong number . , Sure it is . This is 6666777 . Sure it is . This is 6666777 . ," Oh , sorry to have bothered you . " " Oh , sorry to have bothered you . ", It doesn't matter . Bye-bye ! It doesn't matter . Bye-bye ! , Bye ! I don't think we can meet the delivery date you suggest . It's too soon . ," Well , is it possible for you to effect shipment by the middle of June ? " " Well , is it possible for you to effect shipment by the middle of June ? ", The earliest we can do is by the end of June . Can you tell me the best way to look for an apartment ? , The local newspaper has ads for housing . The local newspaper has ads for housing . , Is there any way to find a roommate to share an apartment with ? Is there any way to find a roommate to share an apartment with ? , Sometimes you can post an advertisement saying that you need a roommate . Sometimes you can post an advertisement saying that you need a roommate . , What do landlords charge for rent ? What do landlords charge for rent ? ," Would you like an apartment for just yourself , or do you need it for two people ? " " Would you like an apartment for just yourself , or do you need it for two people ? "," There are two of us , but we only need a one-bedroom apartment . " " There are two of us , but we only need a one-bedroom apartment . ", You should be able to easily find that for twelve hundred dollars a month . You should be able to easily find that for twelve hundred dollars a month . , I really would appreciate it if you could come look at apartments with me . I really would appreciate it if you could come look at apartments with me . ," Sure , I ’ ll go look at apartments with you anytime you want . " I am thinking about inviting you to a dinner . When would you have time ? And what kind of food do you fancy ? , That would be great . I am really in the mood for a spicy hotpot . Any special reason for the invitation ? That would be great . I am really in the mood for a spicy hotpot . Any special reason for the invitation ? ," To thank you for helping me at work last week . If you would not have been so kind , I would not have been able to pick my parents from the airport . You really did me a big favor . Thank you so much . " " To thank you for helping me at work last week . If you would not have been so kind , I would not have been able to pick my parents from the airport . You really did me a big favor . Thank you so much . ", It was my pleasure . How about this evening ? I feel very hungry now . It was my pleasure . How about this evening ? I feel very hungry now . ," Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ? " " Fine , I know a good hotpot place in the downtown area , food there is pretty spicy too . Shall we try that one ? ", Ok with me . You are the boss . I will meet you downstairs after work . Are you an American ? , Yeah . Yeah . , Why don't you speak English ? Why don't you speak English ? ," Oh , my mother is a German , so I can speak German . " " Oh , my mother is a German , so I can speak German . "," Oh , do you like Chinese ? " " Oh , do you like Chinese ? "," Yeah , I'm eager to learn Chinese , but it is too difficult for me . " " Yeah , I'm eager to learn Chinese , but it is too difficult for me . ", I want to study German . Can we exchange lessons ? I want to study German . Can we exchange lessons ? , Very Good . I'd like to do that . Very Good . I'd like to do that . , When will we begin ? When will we begin ? , How about tomorrow night ? How about tomorrow night ? , That's all right . Would you like some cake ? I made it myself . ," Absolutely . Mm , this is really good . " " Absolutely . Mm , this is really good . ", Thanks . Would you like to have one more slice ? Thanks . Would you like to have one more slice ? , I'd love to . "How many pieces of luggage do you want to check , sir ? ", I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board . I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board . ," Ok.Is this your luggage properly labelled , sir ? " " Ok.Is this your luggage properly labelled , sir ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", Ok.Would you please put all your luggage on the scales ? Ok.Would you please put all your luggage on the scales ? , Sure.How about this carry-on bag ? Sure.How about this carry-on bag ? ," Hand-baggage is not to be weighed , sir ... I'm sorry , sir , you're 25 kilos overweight . I'm afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge , sir . " " Hand-baggage is not to be weighed , sir ... I'm sorry , sir , you're 25 kilos overweight . I'm afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge , sir . ", How much should I pay for the excess weight ? How much should I pay for the excess weight ? , Ten yuan for each kilogram.You ' ll have to pay 250 yuan for the excess baggage . I'm done . Can I watch TV ? , Here's some water . Take these multi-vitamins and Tylenol . Here's some water . Take these multi-vitamins and Tylenol . ," Uh ! I can't swallow them , Mom ! " " Uh ! I can't swallow them , Mom ! ", Your throat must be swollen . Your throat must be swollen . , Do I have to take them ? Do I have to take them ? ," Here , I'll break them up , so they're smaller . And here's some cough syrup . " " Here , I'll break them up , so they're smaller . And here's some cough syrup . ", Yuck ! Yuck ! ," I know , it tastes horrible . But it'll make you feel better . Try holding your nose . It won't taste as bad . " Welcome . How can I help you ? , We want to look at some of your products . We want to look at some of your products . , This way please . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers . This way please . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers . , Could you commend me some moisturizers ? Could you commend me some moisturizers ? ," Your T-zone gets oily easily , but your cheeks are dry in winter . Am I right ? " " Your T-zone gets oily easily , but your cheeks are dry in winter . Am I right ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," This "" Cream of Olives "" is our bestseller for combination skin . You can try it on your hand . " " This "" Cream of Olives "" is our bestseller for combination skin . You can try it on your hand . "," Oh , very good . I will buy this one . " " Oh , very good . I will buy this one . ", All right . Anything else ? All right . Anything else ? , No . Thank you . No . Thank you . , My pleasure . Can you believe the headlines ? , What are you reading ? What are you reading ? ," I ’ m reading about Michael Milliken , the Bond King . " " I ’ m reading about Michael Milliken , the Bond King . "," Didn ’ t he sell worthless stocks to people or something ? He got arrested for that , didn ’ t he ? " " Didn ’ t he sell worthless stocks to people or something ? He got arrested for that , didn ’ t he ? ", He got arrested all right . He got arrested all right . ," If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison . " " If I remember , he got off with a light sentence . Something like three years in a minimum-security prison . "," Yup , that ’ s him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless . " " Yup , that ’ s him . He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless . "," I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He ’ s still a millionaire . " " I think the government fined him a small amount , and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts . He ’ s still a millionaire . ", That ’ s the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail . That ’ s the kind of thing in America that gets me mad . Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail . , I know . And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years . I think that you look very cute today . , Is that right ? This is a brand new outfit . Is that right ? This is a brand new outfit . , What store did you get it from ? What store did you get it from ? , I went to Macy's and picked it out . I went to Macy's and picked it out . , I love your outfit right now . I love your outfit right now . ," Well , I think you look nice today too . " " Well , I think you look nice today too . ", Thanks . I found these new shoes earlier at the store . Thanks . I found these new shoes earlier at the store . , I think that those are some really nice shoes . What kind are they ? I think that those are some really nice shoes . What kind are they ? , These are Chucks . These are Chucks . , Your shoes look really nice . How much did you get them for ? Your shoes look really nice . How much did you get them for ? , They only cost me about forty dollars . They only cost me about forty dollars . , I'm going to go get a pair for myself . "Good morning . Can I see Mr Jackson , please ? ", Well . Have you got his permission ? Well . Have you got his permission ? , Yes . We have an appointment at eight o ’ clock . Yes . We have an appointment at eight o ’ clock . ," What ’ s your name , please ? " " What ’ s your name , please ? ", Robert . Philips Robert . Why should I buy this MD player ? ," Well , it has a lithium battery that lasts for 24 hours and it has a 160 second anti-skip mode for when you're playing sports . " " Well , it has a lithium battery that lasts for 24 hours and it has a 160 second anti-skip mode for when you're playing sports . ", What else ? What else ? ," Using MP3 mode , you can download about 10 hours of music from either your CD player , or your computer's hard disk onto one mini-disk . " " Using MP3 mode , you can download about 10 hours of music from either your CD player , or your computer's hard disk onto one mini-disk . ", But how's the sound quality ? But how's the sound quality ? ," You can choose from several play modes , or you can use the full-spectrum equalization , 3 D mode and Mega Bass features . We rec-ommend using it with the studio monitor headphones . " " You can choose from several play modes , or you can use the full-spectrum equalization , 3 D mode and Mega Bass features . We rec-ommend using it with the studio monitor headphones . ", Is that it ? Is that it ? ," It's ultra-compact , it has a brushed , titanium metal body and a rubber shock-proof , weather-proof case with a belt clip . " "That was a very interesting presentation , Ms . Wang . My colleagues and I are very impressed with your proposal . "," Oh , no , surely . Your ideas were very interesting as well . " " Oh , no , surely . Your ideas were very interesting as well . "," To show our appreciation for your hard work , we'd like to invite you to have dinner with us . " " To show our appreciation for your hard work , we'd like to invite you to have dinner with us . "," Oh , that would be lovely . Thank you . " " Oh , that would be lovely . Thank you . ", Excellent . Have you had French food before ? Excellent . Have you had French food before ? ," Oh , yes . Marvelous ! " "We need to take the accounts system offline to carry out the upgrade . But don't worry , it won't cause too much inconvenience . We're going to do it over the weekend . ", How long will the system be down for ? How long will the system be down for ? ," We'll be taking everything offline in about two hours ' time . It'll be down for a minimum of twelve hours . If everything goes according to plan , it should be up again by 6 pm on Saturday . " " We'll be taking everything offline in about two hours ' time . It'll be down for a minimum of twelve hours . If everything goes according to plan , it should be up again by 6 pm on Saturday . ", That's fine . We've allowed forty-eight hours to be on the safe side . "No-no-no , sorry ! That's a handicapped parking space . Are you handicapped ? "," No , but this is an emergency ! Please ! " " No , but this is an emergency ! Please ! "," Sorry , but you'll have to park in a normal space . " " Sorry , but you'll have to park in a normal space . "," OK , OK , fine ! Just open the gate ! " " OK , OK , fine ! Just open the gate ! "," Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second . " " Be patient , miss . It'll just be a second . ", Thank god ! A car's leaving . It's my turn ! "Right , let me run through your options . You can go ahead and cash your undue Large-Amount Deposit Certificate if you really want to , but I'd recommend a Personal Durable Commodities Loan . "," OK , what does that entail ? " " OK , what does that entail ? "," It's not too much trouble to do it this way and remember , your certificate is due in 2 months . If you can hold on to it , it'll be much better for your finances . " " It's not too much trouble to do it this way and remember , your certificate is due in 2 months . If you can hold on to it , it'll be much better for your finances . "," Yes , it does seem a little silly to cash it now . I'll probably need about 25,000 RIB . Will that be a problem ? " " Yes , it does seem a little silly to cash it now . I'll probably need about 25,000 RIB . Will that be a problem ? "," Not at all , Mr Zu . As the certificate is due in 2 months , you can get the loan on mortgage of that certificate . " " Not at all , Mr Zu . As the certificate is due in 2 months , you can get the loan on mortgage of that certificate . "," I'm glad you thought of this . I'd have just gone ahead and cashed it ! And I suppose I can use the money from the certificate to pay back this Personal Durable Commodities Loan and I won't lose any interest , right ? " " I'm glad you thought of this . I'd have just gone ahead and cashed it ! And I suppose I can use the money from the certificate to pay back this Personal Durable Commodities Loan and I won't lose any interest , right ? "," Exactly right . If you'd like to go ahead , I can process that for you now , Mr Zu . " " Exactly right . If you'd like to go ahead , I can process that for you now , Mr Zu . "," Absolutely , Jenny . Thanks very much , I think you've saved me quite a lot of money today . " We need to do a group report tomorrow . I need to go to the stationer to buy something for the posters . , You need to make posters ? You need to make posters ? ," absolutely . Every time when we do the reports , we love making some beautiful posters to emphasize our theme ideas . " " absolutely . Every time when we do the reports , we love making some beautiful posters to emphasize our theme ideas . "," I see . Then let's make a shoppinglIist first before we go there.othe rise , It may take us a whole day to search for the things you need . " " I see . Then let's make a shoppinglIist first before we go there.othe rise , It may take us a whole day to search for the things you need . "," No problem . I need some markers , some color pencils , a pair of scissors , some highlighter , rulers .. " " No problem . I need some markers , some color pencils , a pair of scissors , some highlighter , rulers .. "," Wow , it is like a maze , I think I might get lost soon . " " Wow , it is like a maze , I think I might get lost soon . "," Don't worry.In fact , it is very easy to find what you want . Can you see the sign on top of every shelf . It clearly tells you what things are displayed on every shelf . " " Don't worry.In fact , it is very easy to find what you want . Can you see the sign on top of every shelf . It clearly tells you what things are displayed on every shelf . "," Oh , yes . You are so smart . I see them . So I have to go to shelf number 3 first to get my markers , color pencils and highlighters and somebrushes . " " Oh , yes . You are so smart . I see them . So I have to go to shelf number 3 first to get my markers , color pencils and highlighters and somebrushes . "," I also need some thumbtacks , whiteout and paper clips . Which shelf are they on ? I can't find the number . " " I also need some thumbtacks , whiteout and paper clips . Which shelf are they on ? I can't find the number . ", It's at the back . I think you are near-sighted . You had better get yourself a pair of nice glasses . How do you like you trip ? , I have no idea . Maybe I want to take a boat down the river . I have no idea . Maybe I want to take a boat down the river . , That's interesting . I will go with you . That's interesting . I will go with you . , Won't it be dangerous ? Won't it be dangerous ? , Don't worry . There are so many people . We will join the touring party . Don't worry . There are so many people . We will join the touring party . , That's better . "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to settle my bill . " " Yes , I'd like to settle my bill . "," Certainly sir . May I have your room key , please ? " " Certainly sir . May I have your room key , please ? ", Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . ," Just a moment , please . I'll draw up your bill for you ... Thank you for waiting , sir . Your bill totals two thousand six hundred and fifty-eight yuan , including the phone and laundry . " " Just a moment , please . I'll draw up your bill for you ... Thank you for waiting , sir . Your bill totals two thousand six hundred and fifty-eight yuan , including the phone and laundry . ", That much ! Would you mind letting me have a look at it ? That much ! Would you mind letting me have a look at it ? ," Not at all , sir . Here you are . " " Not at all , sir . Here you are . "," Thanks . Well , It seems to be right . How much is that in dollars , please ? " " Thanks . Well , It seems to be right . How much is that in dollars , please ? "," Just a moment , sir . I'll calculate that for you . It comes to 305 dollars and 52 cents at today's exchange rate . " " Just a moment , sir . I'll calculate that for you . It comes to 305 dollars and 52 cents at today's exchange rate . ", I see . OK . I see . OK . , How would you like to make the payment ? How would you like to make the payment ? ," In cash , please . Here you are . " " In cash , please . Here you are . "," Thank you , sir ... Here is your change . Could you check it , please ? Thank you for choosing our hotel . I hope you enjoyed your stay . " " Thank you , sir ... Here is your change . Could you check it , please ? Thank you for choosing our hotel . I hope you enjoyed your stay . "," By the way , please forward my mail to this address . " " By the way , please forward my mail to this address . "," Certainly , sir . We hope you have a good trip . " Where can I enjoy the best local food ? , Well ! You like sea food ? Well ! You like sea food ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Then I'd like to suggest you try Anchor Inn on Seaside Drive . Then I'd like to suggest you try Anchor Inn on Seaside Drive . , Is it very far from here ? Is it very far from here ? ," No , you can walk from here . " "How are you feeling , champ ? Ready to go ? "," You know , if I can keep up my workouts , I think I have a chance in 2004 . " " You know , if I can keep up my workouts , I think I have a chance in 2004 . ", In what ? In what ? , In gymnastics . I'm pretty flexible . Look ! I can even touch my toes ! In gymnastics . I'm pretty flexible . Look ! I can even touch my toes ! , Can you do the vault ? Can you do the vault ? , I do back flips at the pool all the time . Did you bring your certificate for nursing ? ," Yes , here is my Certificate of Nurse . " " Yes , here is my Certificate of Nurse . ", How about your nursing education ? How about your nursing education ? , I learnt nursing through theory and practice for 3 years at Hunan Nursing School . I learnt nursing through theory and practice for 3 years at Hunan Nursing School . , Can you manage English conversation ? Can you manage English conversation ? ," Yes , pretty well . I have started learning English since primary school . " "I've found a nice place in this district.Three bedrooms , a large kitchen , high ceilings , a tile bath and a big drawing room . "," It sounds nice , but don't forget this is a seedy , run-down neighborhood . " " It sounds nice , but don't forget this is a seedy , run-down neighborhood . "," What about the one on the Yellow River Road ? It's a two-bedroom one , and renovated building with an eat-in kitchen . " " What about the one on the Yellow River Road ? It's a two-bedroom one , and renovated building with an eat-in kitchen . "," It's a bit small but looks nice.What ' s more , it's only ten minutes ' walk to the company . " Do you mind if I open the window ? ," If you don't mind , I'd rather you didn't . I have a cold and feel chilly . " " If you don't mind , I'd rather you didn't . I have a cold and feel chilly . "," Oh , that's too bad . Should I call a doctor ? " " Oh , that's too bad . Should I call a doctor ? ", I'd appreciate it if you would . I'd appreciate it if you would . , OK . Have you got some nice apples in stock today ? , What about these ? They are very fresh and exceptionally juicy . What about these ? They are very fresh and exceptionally juicy . , Are they sweet ? Are they sweet ? , Very sweet . Very sweet . , How much are they ? How much are they ? , These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each . These are a dollar each and those are 75 cents each . ," All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones . " " All right , I'll have a dozen of the dollar ones . ", OK . Anything else ? OK . Anything else ? , Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms . Do you have any tangerines ? I'd like to have two kilograms . ," Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are . " " Yes , we've just had some wonderful tangerines in from Tailband . Here they are . ", How much is it in all ? How much is it in all ? , Thirty dollars . There are something wrong with my computer . ," Really , what's wrong with it ? " " Really , what's wrong with it ? ", The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton . The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton . ," Oh , do you use your computer often ? " " Oh , do you use your computer often ? "," Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time . " " Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time . ", Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ? Don't worry . Have you got receipt with you ? , Yeah ! Yeah ! , We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ? We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday . Ok ? ," OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ? " " OK , I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ? ", See you then . "Hello , this is David . "," Hi David , this is Marge . Can you meet me after work for a few minutes ? " " Hi David , this is Marge . Can you meet me after work for a few minutes ? ", Sure ! How about the coffee shop right across the street from my office ? Sure ! How about the coffee shop right across the street from my office ? , That will work . That will work . , Does five thirty work for you ? Does five thirty work for you ? , That will be fine . What I have to show you will only take a few minutes of your time . That will be fine . What I have to show you will only take a few minutes of your time . , Is it the plans for my new house ? Is it the plans for my new house ? , Yes . I just need to double check a few details with you . Greetings should never be ignored in the interview . , Sure . It is helpful to shorten the distance between you and the interviewer and create a lively atmosphere . Sure . It is helpful to shorten the distance between you and the interviewer and create a lively atmosphere . , Appropriate greetings will win the interviewer's favorable impression Appropriate greetings will win the interviewer's favorable impression , But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes . But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes . ," In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile . " " In the beginning of the interview , greet the interviewer with a kind smile . "," In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' . " " In the interview , use polite words , such as ' Thank you ' , or ' Please ' . ", That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail . That's right . Details can mean succeed or fail . , When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions . When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions . ," At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode . " " At the end of the interview , you should make your acknowledgements and say Goode . "," Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor . " " Whatever the result is , you should keep your good demeanor . ", Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer . Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer . ," In short , you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview . " "Hello , this is room 1205 . Our message lamp is flashing . "," Hold on a minute , please . " " Hold on a minute , please . ", Thank you . Thank you . , I am sorry to have kept you waiting . Mr . Johns needs a telephone call from you . I am sorry to have kept you waiting . Mr . Johns needs a telephone call from you . , Would you bring the message to my room . Would you bring the message to my room . , I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment . I'm afraid we have nobody available at the moment . , Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately . Then I'll come down and pick up the message immediately . ," OK , we wait for you . " "Hello , what can I do for you ? "," Um ... Hello , I would like to open an account . " " Um ... Hello , I would like to open an account . ", OK ! What kind of account do you want to open ? OK ! What kind of account do you want to open ? , I want to open a current account . I want to open a current account . , I will open it for you right now . I will open it for you right now . , What's the minimum deposit for opening a current account ? What's the minimum deposit for opening a current account ? , It's 10 yuan . How much money do you want to deposit ? It's 10 yuan . How much money do you want to deposit ? ," Well , here's 3,000 yuan . " " Well , here's 3,000 yuan . "," Please write down your name , address and the amount of your deposit here . And please choose a passcode of six numbers and confirm it . " " Please write down your name , address and the amount of your deposit here . And please choose a passcode of six numbers and confirm it . "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . ", Thank you . Please confirm your information and sign your name in the blank . Thank you . Please confirm your information and sign your name in the blank . , Done ! What else should I do ? Done ! What else should I do ? ," That's all . Here's your bank card , and here's the certificate of deposit . Bring your bank card with you every time you come to deposit or withdraw money . " " That's all . Here's your bank card , and here's the certificate of deposit . Bring your bank card with you every time you come to deposit or withdraw money . ", OK . Thanks . Goodbye ! OK . Thanks . Goodbye ! , Bye ! Tell me about yourself and your past experience . ," For the past 3 years , I have been working in China East Airlines Corporation Limited . I'm very tolerant of people and have been told that this is one of my strengths . I feel I have a lot to offer as a team member . " " For the past 3 years , I have been working in China East Airlines Corporation Limited . I'm very tolerant of people and have been told that this is one of my strengths . I feel I have a lot to offer as a team member . ", Why are you interested in this occupation ? Why are you interested in this occupation ? , It's always been my dream to be a stewardess . And I like travelling to different places . It's always been my dream to be a stewardess . And I like travelling to different places . , What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ? What do you think is the chief characteristic for a stewardess ? ," Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely . " " Well , a stewardess should be friendly , courteous , patient and treat passengers kindly and politely . ", Do you get angry easily ? Do you get angry easily ? ," No , I know how to control my temper . " " No , I know how to control my temper . "," If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ? " " If a passenger had a accident , what would you do ? ", I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time . I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time . ," If you are hired , when can you start work ? " " If you are hired , when can you start work ? ", I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now . I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now . , What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? , I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that discussion until later . Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works . Hi . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Hello , yes , I opened an L / C with you recently . We opened it 7 days ago . " " Hello , yes , I opened an L / C with you recently . We opened it 7 days ago . "," If you could show me your details , please . What can I do ? " " If you could show me your details , please . What can I do ? "," We would like to amend it , please . " " We would like to amend it , please . ", We can amend it for you as long as your customer agrees to the amendment . We can amend it for you as long as your customer agrees to the amendment . ," It's all agreed , here's a letter to prove it . " " It's all agreed , here's a letter to prove it . ", That's fine . All you need to do is fill in this form and state the amendment . "Miss Green , do you have life insurance right now ? "," No , I don't . I don't have a family , so I don't think I need it . " " No , I don't . I don't have a family , so I don't think I need it . ", This year our company is offering a new plan especially for single people like you . I think you might be interested . This year our company is offering a new plan especially for single people like you . I think you might be interested . ," Thank you , but I've never thought about it before . " " Thank you , but I've never thought about it before . "," It's OK . I'll leave the pamphlet here . If you need more information , you can call me any time . " "Being a diabetic , you're not allowed to eat certain foods . ", Am I allowed to eat spicy food ? Am I allowed to eat spicy food ? , I'm afraid not . I'm afraid not . ," Really , because spicy food is my favorite . " Can you recommend a resort to me ? , What about the Yellowstone National Park ? What about the Yellowstone National Park ? , Have you ever been there ? Have you ever been there ? , Yes . The scenery is so breathtaking . Yes . The scenery is so breathtaking . , What is especially impressive ? What is especially impressive ? , There are thousands of hot springs and fountains . The park is known for them . There are thousands of hot springs and fountains . The park is known for them . , Is there a waterfall ? Is there a waterfall ? , Yes . The well-known Yellowstone Waterfall is formed when the Yellowstone Lake falls down into the Yellowstone Canyon . Yes . The well-known Yellowstone Waterfall is formed when the Yellowstone Lake falls down into the Yellowstone Canyon . , What an attractive place ! How can I get there ? What an attractive place ! How can I get there ? , You can take No . 2 bus . "Waiter , please bring me some toast . ", Sure . What kind of toast do you like ? Sure . What kind of toast do you like ? , Pardon ? Pardon ? ," We have white toast , whole wheat toast and rye toast . " " We have white toast , whole wheat toast and rye toast . "," I see , bring me the whole wheat toast . " " I see , bring me the whole wheat toast . ", Anything to drink ? Anything to drink ? ," Milk , please . " Is it going to rain today ? , It's supposed to rain . It's supposed to rain . , I really hate this weather . I really hate this weather . ," Well , it won't last long . " "Oh , no ! I ’ Ve been assigned to work with Jerry for our group project . ", Oh ! I heard that he loves to boss people around . Thank for your help . I owe you . , No sweat ! Think nothing of it . Do you think what I did to Elvin was out of line ? , You could have tried to explain to him about the new programmers . You could have tried to explain to him about the new programmers . , Elvin doesn't want any programming help . He wants all the glory for himself . Elvin doesn't want any programming help . He wants all the glory for himself . , You might be right . He does think pretty highly of himself . You might be right . He does think pretty highly of himself . , Did you hear the names he was calling me ? Did you hear the names he was calling me ? , I heard . But did you have to tear out his nose ring ? What shall we do tonight ? , How about the cinema ? How about the cinema ? , That's a good idea.We haven't been there for ages . That's a good idea.We haven't been there for ages . , What would you suggest to see ? What would you suggest to see ? ," Oh , I don't know.It depends . " Are you going out again ? ," Yes , I'm going to the cinema , dad . " " Yes , I'm going to the cinema , dad . ", You mustn't go to bed very late . Can you be home before nine . You mustn't go to bed very late . Can you be home before nine . ," Oh , I won't be back so early . The film will be over at nine . Can I have the key to the bicycle ? " " Oh , I won't be back so early . The film will be over at nine . Can I have the key to the bicycle ? ", No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night . No . I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night . ," Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over . " " Oh , dad , I'm not a child . I'm 17 already . I'll come back as soon as the film is over . ", OK . Here's the key . Take care . OK . Here's the key . Take care . ," I will . Thank you , dad . " I'm afraid I forgot to lock the door . ," You're so careless , Billy . " " You're so careless , Billy . "," Sorry , Mum , I'll lock it right away . " " Sorry , Mum , I'll lock it right away . ", I've done it for you . "I want to open a saving account , sir.What ' s the proper procedure ? "," First , you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook . " " First , you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook . ", Is there any minimum for the first deposit ? Is there any minimum for the first deposit ? ," No , Even a dollar is all right.Here ' s your passbook , sir ; just sign your name on it . " " No , Even a dollar is all right.Here ' s your passbook , sir ; just sign your name on it . ", What is the annual interest rate ? What is the annual interest rate ? , It varies from time to time.At present it is 6 % . It varies from time to time.At present it is 6 % . ," By the way , can I open a checking account too ? " " By the way , can I open a checking account too ? ", By all means.But you have to deposit enough money before you can write out your checks . I couldn ’ t believe you should crack such a joke to them . , What was wrong ? What was wrong ? , You carried it too far . You obviously offended someone . You carried it too far . You obviously offended someone . , I didn ’ t mean to hurt anyone . I didn ’ t mean to hurt anyone . ," I know , I know . But someone took offence . " "Sam , we are hard up for the everyday expenses . When can you find a job . "," I'm looking for it , but you see , the market shard for jobs , too . " " I'm looking for it , but you see , the market shard for jobs , too . "," You liar , I saw you again in the inn . I bet you don't want to work at all . " It's very dark in here.Will you turn on the light ? , Okay.But our baby has fallen sleep . Okay.But our baby has fallen sleep . ," Then , turn on the lamp , please . " " Then , turn on the lamp , please . ", But where's the switch ? But where's the switch ? , It's there by the window . "Excuse me , would you please tell me where I can find a telephone ? ", Over there in the booth . Over there in the booth . , How do you use a public phone ? How do you use a public phone ? ," For a local call , just insert 35 cents in the slot and use it in the same way as your home phone . Inquiries are free from a public phone . " "Adam , I'm sorry ! "," But where have you been , Alice ? You're over an hour late . " " But where have you been , Alice ? You're over an hour late . "," Yes , but I couldn't help it . I was late getting off work for a start , and then I missed the bus . The bus I did catch got caught in a traffic jam . It was one thing after another . " " Yes , but I couldn't help it . I was late getting off work for a start , and then I missed the bus . The bus I did catch got caught in a traffic jam . It was one thing after another . "," But why were you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn't it ? " " But why were you getting off work so late ? The office close at six , doesn't it ? "," Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters . " " Yes , but there's a rush on at the moment , and my boss asked me to do some urgent letters . ", But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ? But didn't you tell him you had an appointment ? ," Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry . " " Well , no . I thought I'd finish in about five minutes , and I didn't want to be difficult about just a few minutes . If it hadn't been for missing the bus and the traffic , I wouldn't have been so late . I'm sorry . "," Well , you're here . And that's the main thing . " What are you reading ? You've had your nose buried in that book since last night . , This book is so good . I just can't put it down ! It's called ' The Power of One ' . This book is so good . I just can't put it down ! It's called ' The Power of One ' . , I haven't read a book like that for as long as I can remember . I haven't read a book like that for as long as I can remember . ," Me either . From the very first page , this author just pulled me right in ! " " Me either . From the very first page , this author just pulled me right in ! ", Can I read it when you're finished ? Can I read it when you're finished ? , Yes . I'm in the last chapter now and it is just gripping . Yes . I'm in the last chapter now and it is just gripping . , Don't tell me anything about it . I want to read it for myself . Don't tell me anything about it . I want to read it for myself . , Okay . But be prepared for an all-nighter ! I doubt you will want to put it down either . Where did this come from ? , I have no idea . this bloody computer ! , what seems to be the problem ? what seems to be the problem ? , my computer just crashed again for the third time today ! my computer just crashed again for the third time today ! , what were you doing when it crashed ? what were you doing when it crashed ? , i was just opening up an attachment in an email about winning the lottery . i was just opening up an attachment in an email about winning the lottery . , I think that might have been a virus . I think that might have been a virus . ," oh , no ! I thought it seemed a bit strange . " " oh , no ! I thought it seemed a bit strange . "," what kind of computer do you have , a Mac or a PC ? " " what kind of computer do you have , a Mac or a PC ? ", it's a PC . doesn't everyone have a PC in this office ? it's a PC . doesn't everyone have a PC in this office ? ," no , some people have Macs now , too . " " no , some people have Macs now , too . ", what's the difference ? what's the difference ? ," PCs often crash from virus , but it's nearly impossible to get a virus from a Mac . " " PCs often crash from virus , but it's nearly impossible to get a virus from a Mac . ", I didn't know that . I didn't know that . , has your computer turned back on yet ? has your computer turned back on yet ? , yes . yes . , did you end up losing any of your work ? did you end up losing any of your work ? ," fortunately , I saved my work right before it crashed , so it should be OK . " " fortunately , I saved my work right before it crashed , so it should be OK . ", you should probably call the IT department and have them check your computer for virus . you should probably call the IT department and have them check your computer for virus . , that's a good idea . I'll call them now . Thanks for your help ! Hello . ," Hi , Daddy . It ’ s me , Troy . " " Hi , Daddy . It ’ s me , Troy . "," Hi , Troy . How ’ s your trip going ? " " Hi , Troy . How ’ s your trip going ? ", It ’ s nice . I arrived safely . It ’ s nice . I arrived safely . , Are you all right ? Are you all right ? , I ’ m fine . Is everything fine in the family ? I ’ m fine . Is everything fine in the family ? , Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ’ t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ’ s the weather there ? Yes . Everything is fine in the family . Don ’ t worry about the family . Just enjoy your trip . How ’ s the weather there ? , The weather is gorgeous here . The weather is gorgeous here . , That ’ s good . Take good care of yourself . That ’ s good . Take good care of yourself . ," I will . Thank you , Dad . " " I will . Thank you , Dad . "," I love you , Troy . " " I love you , Troy . "," I love you , too , Dad . Bye . " A friend of mine has been taking an online career planning course these days . He told me the other day he has learned a lot from it . He recommended me to subscribe to it . What do you say ? , I think it is good if we know enough about career planning . We will make wiser choices . What else did he tell you about it ? I think it is good if we know enough about career planning . We will make wiser choices . What else did he tell you about it ? ," Well , just something in general , like several key steps in planning career and how to set specific and tenable goals . " " Well , just something in general , like several key steps in planning career and how to set specific and tenable goals . "," Sounds practical ! To be honest , sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career . I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker . I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills . " " Sounds practical ! To be honest , sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career . I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker . I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills . "," Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance . " " Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do . It seems that you need this course more than I do . I love my current job . If I take this course , I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work . If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships , that will be great . I need these to improve my current work performance . "," Ok , then we can sign up for it together . " What is your corporation website address ? , It is ' www . job . com ' It is ' www . job . com ' , Is there a dot after ' com ' ? Is there a dot after ' com ' ? , No . I can text the address to you if you are not clear about it Are you sure that this is the place to wait for our school bus ? ," Yeah . Look , other kids are coming this way . " " Yeah . Look , other kids are coming this way . ", But it doesn't look like a real bus stop . But it doesn't look like a real bus stop . , That's because regular buses don't stop here . That's because regular buses don't stop here . , How much is it going to cost ? How much is it going to cost ? , Nothing . It's free . Nothing . It's free . , Is that yellow bus it ? Is that yellow bus it ? , Let's go sit in the back . All the cool kids do . What do you think of your teacher ? , He's very strict with us . He's very strict with us . , And I hear he gives very good lectures . And I hear he gives very good lectures . ," Indeed . He's strict with himself , too . We can see every lecture of his is well-prepared . " "Jim and you are bosom friends , aren't you ? ", I wouldn't say so . I wouldn't say so . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , I thought he was , but he ends up to be a con man . " Can you tell me a little about Paris ? , Sure . What do you expect to know ? Sure . What do you expect to know ? ," I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Tower , the Seine River ... " " I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Tower , the Seine River ... ", And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum . You can stay there for at least a whole day . And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum . You can stay there for at least a whole day . , That's a good idea . I almost forget it.What else ? That's a good idea . I almost forget it.What else ? , The night life there . It's so romantic ! The night life there . It's so romantic ! ," Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ? " " Oh , wonderful ! How is the weather ? "," I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season . " " I went there in August , and it was hot . But I was told autumn is the best season . ", Sounds exciting . I can't wait . when do most children start school in your country ? ," In America , most children start primary school at the age of five . " " In America , most children start primary school at the age of five . ", How much time do primary school students usually spend at school every day ? How much time do primary school students usually spend at school every day ? ," Kindergarten students usually only go to school for about four hours every day , but after that , they spend about eight hours in school every day . " " Kindergarten students usually only go to school for about four hours every day , but after that , they spend about eight hours in school every day . ", do they have to go to school on Saturdays ? do they have to go to school on Saturdays ? ," no , most children in America only go to school Monday through Friday . " " no , most children in America only go to school Monday through Friday . ", how many subjects do they have to study ? how many subjects do they have to study ? ," In most schools , they study about nine subjects . " " In most schools , they study about nine subjects . ", do students have to wear uniforms in schools in America ? do students have to wear uniforms in schools in America ? ," some private schools require their students to wear uniforms , but public schools don't . " " some private schools require their students to wear uniforms , but public schools don't . ", did you go to a public school or a private school ? did you go to a public school or a private school ? ," I went to a private school for elementary school and university , but went to a public school for high school . What about you ? " " I went to a private school for elementary school and university , but went to a public school for high school . What about you ? ", I went to a boarding school from nursery school to senior high school . I went to a boarding school from nursery school to senior high school . , did you have to wear uniforms ? did you have to wear uniforms ? ," yes , they were horrible . We had to wear green every day ! " " yes , they were horrible . We had to wear green every day ! ", at least you didn't waste time thinking about what you were going to wear every day ! at least you didn't waste time thinking about what you were going to wear every day ! , that's true ! Greg . I want to speak to you for a minute . , Yes . Ms . Gray . Is there something wrong ? Yes . Ms . Gray . Is there something wrong ? ," I ’ m afraid there is , Greg . I don ’ t mind you taking a break . But you ’ Ve been away from your desk for twenty-five minutes already . " " I ’ m afraid there is , Greg . I don ’ t mind you taking a break . But you ’ Ve been away from your desk for twenty-five minutes already . "," I ’ m sorry , Ms . Gray . I must have lost track of the time . I ’ ll get back to work , now . " Sun-set hotel . May I help you ? ," Yes , I have booked a room for 24th . It's a double room . " " Yes , I have booked a room for 24th . It's a double room . "," Hold on , please . Let me check it for you . Yes , you're right . You will keep it for 3 days . " " Hold on , please . Let me check it for you . Yes , you're right . You will keep it for 3 days . "," Well , now I want to change the date from 24th to 28th . " " Well , now I want to change the date from 24th to 28th . "," OK , that shall be arranged . " "Good morning , can I help you ? "," I'd like to book a ticket to Singapore , please . " " I'd like to book a ticket to Singapore , please . ", When ? When ? , June 3rd . June 3rd . , The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 . The flight number is Cz353 . it departs at 17:10 and arrives at 45 . , Okay . I will book this flight . Okay . I will book this flight . ," Your passport , please . " " Your passport , please . ", Here you are . My mascara's waterproof ! ," Oh , how high class ! So you just wear it forever ? " " Oh , how high class ! So you just wear it forever ? ", No . There's makeup remover for waterproof mascara . No . There's makeup remover for waterproof mascara . , Is it dry yet ? Is it dry yet ? , Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ? Yep . See how long and curly my lashes are ? , They look fake . They look fake . , Thanks ! I want to rent this car for 5 days . , OK . It will make your stay more convenient . OK . It will make your stay more convenient . ," By the way , do I have to return the car here ? " " By the way , do I have to return the car here ? "," No , you can return it to any branch of our company . " "I'm sorry , but I can't come to your party . ", What a shame ! "How do you do ? Nice to meet you , Diane . "," How do you do , Jack . Nice to meet you . " " How do you do , Jack . Nice to meet you . "," Well , I think you ' Ve reconsidered our proposal , Diane . " " Well , I think you ' Ve reconsidered our proposal , Diane . "," Yes , you are right . After all , the quality of your air conditioners is good . The only problem is price . " " Yes , you are right . After all , the quality of your air conditioners is good . The only problem is price . "," I should not be surprised , many customers have the same opinion . Do you have any suggestion in mind ? Our salesman told your secretary that the price could be negotiable . " " I should not be surprised , many customers have the same opinion . Do you have any suggestion in mind ? Our salesman told your secretary that the price could be negotiable . "," That's why I came to your office today . We think for your model WE - 506 $ 590 would be reasonable , because air conditioners of the same kind sold by other companies are usually about 579-649 . " " That's why I came to your office today . We think for your model WE - 506 $ 590 would be reasonable , because air conditioners of the same kind sold by other companies are usually about 579-649 . "," That's true . But if you understand that quality is the most important aspect of a product , you'll agree that 679 is not high , especially when we allow you a 10 % discount . " " That's true . But if you understand that quality is the most important aspect of a product , you'll agree that 679 is not high , especially when we allow you a 10 % discount . "," I see your point . That's to say s 611 each set . Still it's much higher than the market price . Could you see your way to reduce the price , Jack ? " " I see your point . That's to say s 611 each set . Still it's much higher than the market price . Could you see your way to reduce the price , Jack ? "," Well , considering the quantity of your order we could further reduce the price to 600 . That's the best we can do . What do you think of that ? " " Well , considering the quantity of your order we could further reduce the price to 600 . That's the best we can do . What do you think of that ? ", All right . We accept it . So $ 600 for each set . All right . We accept it . So $ 600 for each set . , Very well . Thank you . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'm looking for a house . " " Yes , I'm looking for a house . ", To buy or to rent ? To buy or to rent ? ," Oh , to rent . " " Oh , to rent . ", How much do you want to pay ? How much do you want to pay ? , About 300 a month . About 300 a month . ," Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month . " " Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month . ", How big is it ? How big is it ? ," It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom . " " It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom . "," Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible . " " Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible . "," Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one.It ' s opposite the park . " " Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one.It ' s opposite the park . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area . It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area . , What's it like ? What's it like ? ," Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom . " " Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom . ", It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ? It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ? ," Of course , Sir . " "Good morning , Loans . "," Good morning , Mr . Smith . " " Good morning , Mr . Smith . ", I would like to compliment you on your diligence . I would like to compliment you on your diligence . ," Well , thank you , Mr . Smith . But I was just doing my job . " " Well , thank you , Mr . Smith . But I was just doing my job . "," Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans . " " Yes . And we're proud of you , Loans . ", It's nice of you to say so . What is the matter with you ? , I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts . I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts . , How long have you been like this ? How long have you been like this ? , It has been two or three days . It has been two or three days . , I think you've got a flu.Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep . I think you've got a flu.Take this prescription to the chemist's and then go back and sleep . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon . Don't worry about your flu . You will be OK soon . , Thank you . "We are very interested in your printed pure silk scarves , so could you introduce us your prices ? ", Thank you for inquiring . But your enquiry is too vague to reply . Thank you for inquiring . But your enquiry is too vague to reply . , Please send us your best offer and state payment terms and time of shipment . Please send us your best offer and state payment terms and time of shipment . , Ok . I need to discuss it with our manager . We'll let you have our firm offer next week . Ok . I need to discuss it with our manager . We'll let you have our firm offer next week . , I'm waiting . Your early offer will be highly appreciated . I'm waiting . Your early offer will be highly appreciated . , Ok . I will reply to you as soon as possible . Are you going grocery shopping today ? ," I am , as a matter of fact . Do you have any special requests ? " " I am , as a matter of fact . Do you have any special requests ? "," Yes , please get some white bread , thick cut , some ham , not the processed stuff , some gouda cheese , some galla apples and . . . " " Yes , please get some white bread , thick cut , some ham , not the processed stuff , some gouda cheese , some galla apples and . . . ", Wait . This is sounding like a major list . Why don't you just come with me ? I'll treat you dinner . , Don't be silly . Let's go Dutch . "Hi , this is ABC Company . Is that Joseph ? "," Yes , speaking . Anything I can do for you ? " " Yes , speaking . Anything I can do for you ? ", I am calling to tell you that the interview for you is in our company on Monday morning at 8: 00 . I am calling to tell you that the interview for you is in our company on Monday morning at 8: 00 . , Where is the interview happening ? Where is the interview happening ? , It is on the Jianshe Street where there is a Carrefour Supermarket near it . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , the fried chicken is too hard to eat . I suggest you bring me another one free of charge . " " Yes , the fried chicken is too hard to eat . I suggest you bring me another one free of charge . "," Well , I think you should go for our manger . I will call him here . " " Well , I think you should go for our manger . I will call him here . ", OK . I will talk to him direcly . Why do you like this computer ? , It's user friendly . I'm going to have to do some shopping today . , Oh yeah ? What do you need to go shopping for ? Oh yeah ? What do you need to go shopping for ? , I want to find a new bedroom set . I want to find a new bedroom set . , Do you know where you're going to find your bedroom set ? Do you know where you're going to find your bedroom set ? , I have no clue . I have no clue . , There's no particular place that you want to look at ? There's no particular place that you want to look at ? , I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set . I don't know where to go to find a nice bedroom set . ," I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like . " " I can tell you where I got mine , if you'd like . ", Please do . Please do . , I bought mine from IKEA . I bought mine from IKEA . , Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ? Are the bedroom sets at IKEA affordable ? ," Not really , but you're paying for quality . " Were you at the scene during the robbery ? ," Yes , I was , Officer . " " Yes , I was , Officer . ", Were you able to see a lot ? Were you able to see a lot ? , I was there as it happened . I was there as it happened . , What happened ? What happened ? , The robber came in with a gun . The robber came in with a gun . , Could you see his face ? Could you see his face ? , He had a mask over his face . He had a mask over his face . , Was he with someone else ? Was he with someone else ? , He was alone . He was alone . , Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ? Would you be willing to come down to the station for further questioning ? , I would be happy to . I have the chills and an upset stomach . , How long have you felt like this ? How long have you felt like this ? , For most of the week . For most of the week . , It sounds as if you have a virus . It sounds as if you have a virus . , What do you think I should do ? What do you think I should do ? , I'll give you something . I want you to take it easy and come back in a couple of days . "Hello , Janet . "," Good morning , Pete . " " Good morning , Pete . ", And what is this ? And what is this ? ," Ah , this is my daughter's birthday present . Her birthday is next week . " " Ah , this is my daughter's birthday present . Her birthday is next week . ", And when is your son's birthday ? And when is your son's birthday ? , That is not for a while . His birthday is only in August . That is not for a while . His birthday is only in August . , But Mark's birthday is in April so I need to think about his present soon . But Mark's birthday is in April so I need to think about his present soon . , And when is your birthday ? And when is your birthday ? ," Oh , my birthday is in December just before Xmas so of course nobody remembers . " " Oh , my birthday is in December just before Xmas so of course nobody remembers . "," My birthday is in June , when we are always on holiday . So my family often forgets my birthday too . " You're acting weird tonight . , I'm just in the mood to act goofy . I'm just in the mood to act goofy . , What brought this on ? What brought this on ? , I guess I'm glad exams are over . "Excuse me , may I help you ? ", Yes . I'm looking for a guide . Yes . I'm looking for a guide . ," Sure , Please wait a moment . " " Sure , Please wait a moment . "," By the way , we want one who can speak beautiful Chinese . " " By the way , we want one who can speak beautiful Chinese . ", No problem . "Good morning , madam . I'd like to apply for a library card . Can you help me ? "," Yes . Please give me your ID card , a photo . " " Yes . Please give me your ID card , a photo . ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , Then you have to give me 15 dollars for the deposit . The library card is free . Then you have to give me 15 dollars for the deposit . The library card is free . ," OK . Here is the money . And If I return the card , can I get the refund ? " " OK . Here is the money . And If I return the card , can I get the refund ? "," Of course , as long as the card is well kept . " " Of course , as long as the card is well kept . ", OK . I see . Thank you . OK . I see . Thank you . , You are welcome . Watch out ! You're too close to the fire place . ," Don't worry , but my clothes are made of leathers . " " Don't worry , but my clothes are made of leathers . ", Really ? That's wonderful ! Really ? That's wonderful ! , Thank you for your warning . Thank you for your warning . , Not at all . Not at all . , Be careful of yourself . "Peter , where are you going ? ", I'm going to do some shopping . I'm going to do some shopping . , Won't you watch TV ? Won't you watch TV ? , What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ? What's on TV tonight ? Is there a football match ? , The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 . The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30 . , Really ? Who will play ? Really ? Who will play ? , The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it . The Brazilian team versus the American team . Don't miss it . , That's cool . I'll watch it . That's cool . I'll watch it . , Who do you think will win ? Who do you think will win ? , There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win . There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win . , I think so . what did you do last night ? , I just stayed at home and watched TV . I just stayed at home and watched TV . , did you watch the Barcelona versus Madrid game ? did you watch the Barcelona versus Madrid game ? ," yes , it was a very evenly matched game . " " yes , it was a very evenly matched game . ", what were the results of the game ? what were the results of the game ? , it ended in a tie . it ended in a tie . , what was the actual score ? what was the actual score ? , it was three all . it was three all . , really ? I thought Barcelona was going to win . They are a much better team than Madrid . really ? I thought Barcelona was going to win . They are a much better team than Madrid . ," if Barcelona had played as they normally do , they should have won . " " if Barcelona had played as they normally do , they should have won . ", what happened ? what happened ? ," their goalkeepers got injured after the first goal , but he kept on playing anyway . " " their goalkeepers got injured after the first goal , but he kept on playing anyway . ", that explains it . that explains it . , how many more games are left this season ? how many more games are left this season ? , that was the last game before the playoffs . that was the last game before the playoffs . , when do the playoffs start ? when do the playoffs start ? , in a few weeks . Are you planning on watching them ? in a few weeks . Are you planning on watching them ? , of course ! I really love watching football games on TV . of course ! I really love watching football games on TV . ," Me , too ! Do you want to come over and watch the next game at my place ? I'm planning on having a few people over to watch it together . " " Me , too ! Do you want to come over and watch the next game at my place ? I'm planning on having a few people over to watch it together . "," sure , that would be great . " " sure , that would be great . "," Ok , it's a date then ! " "Hi , Monica , congratulations ! Your presentation at the meeting was very successful and everyone was impressed by your speech . And it was so persuasive and I bet our clients will be convinced to invest their money in this project . You really made a big contribution to our company . "," Thank you , I just tried my best . I am very happy to know you like it . " " Thank you , I just tried my best . I am very happy to know you like it . "," You must have been prepared for a long time . Some statistics in this presentation are not easy to find , right ? " " You must have been prepared for a long time . Some statistics in this presentation are not easy to find , right ? "," Well , yes . Several colleagues from different departments helped me with that . They are very supportive . I consulted an economic expert last week . He was very kind to give valuable suggestions . " " Well , yes . Several colleagues from different departments helped me with that . They are very supportive . I consulted an economic expert last week . He was very kind to give valuable suggestions . "," Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something . " " Now , the effort pays off . You have accomplished something . "," Come on , don ’ t flatter me anymore . I took the job because I love being challenged . But I can ’ t get this turned around without the support from you people . " "Lovely day , isn't it ? "," Oh , yes . Beautiful . " " Oh , yes . Beautiful . "," You are not English , are you ? " " You are not English , are you ? "," No , I am from France . " Excuse me . How long has it been since the business was founded ? , It has been 12 years since it was founded in 1998 . It has been 12 years since it was founded in 1998 . ," So , it has a history for more than a decade ? " " So , it has a history for more than a decade ? ", Yes . And it was incorporated with other businesses in 2008 due to the global financial crisis . Hi . This is a Receptionist Desk . How can I help you ? ," Yes . I just checked in , but I need to change my room . " " Yes . I just checked in , but I need to change my room . ", What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? ," I reserved a non-smoking room , but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can ’ t endure it . " " I reserved a non-smoking room , but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can ’ t endure it . ", I ’ m sorry . I ’ ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience . I ’ m sorry . I ’ ll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away . The doorman is going to help you with your luggage . I do apologize for the inconvenience . , That ’ s ok . Thanks . "Can you help me out , Chuck ? "," Sure . What's it , Yvonne ? " " Sure . What's it , Yvonne ? "," I want to put my desk over there , but it's too heavy for me to move . " " I want to put my desk over there , but it's too heavy for me to move . "," Okay , you take one end and I'll take the other . " There ’ s a letter here for you . , Let me see it . Let me see it . , What ’ s the letter about ? What ’ s the letter about ? , It ’ s a letter from NYU . It ’ s a letter from NYU . , Tell me what it says ! Tell me what it says ! , I didn ’ t get in . I didn ’ t get in . , You ’ re lying . You ’ re lying . , I ’ m not lying . I ’ m not lying . , Are you upset ? Are you upset ? , I had high hopes for NYU . I had high hopes for NYU . , I ’ m sorry you didn ’ t get accepted . I ’ m sorry you didn ’ t get accepted . ," Hopefully , I ’ ll get accepted to UCLA . " You have to help to the laundry today . , Give me a break . Have you decided on something ? ," Yes , please bring us two steaks . " " Yes , please bring us two steaks . ", Sure . Anything else ? Sure . Anything else ? , What vegetables come with the steaks ? What vegetables come with the steaks ? , Potato chips and French dressing . "We have successfully fulfilled our work plan . In fact , we are No . 1 in terms of market share . ", You have gotten amazing success . Congratulations ! You have gotten amazing success . Congratulations ! , I hope we can continue to get support from the departments concerned . I hope we can continue to get support from the departments concerned . , Without a doubt . Relevant department will try their best . Now please tell me something about your past work achievements . ," All right , madam . When I was sales manager at the Beijing Friendship Store . I succeeded in raising the yearly sales volume by 25 % and profit margins from 50 % to 80 % . " " All right , madam . When I was sales manager at the Beijing Friendship Store . I succeeded in raising the yearly sales volume by 25 % and profit margins from 50 % to 80 % . ", That is quite an achievement ! Do you consider it your most rewarding work experience ? That is quite an achievement ! Do you consider it your most rewarding work experience ? , I don't think so . I'll create further achievement in the future . I don't think so . I'll create further achievement in the future . , Have you received any honors ? Have you received any honors ? ," Yes . I got the title of "" Advance Worker "" in 2006 . " " Yes . I got the title of "" Advance Worker "" in 2006 . ", Do you have any publications ? Do you have any publications ? ," Yes . I wrote a thesis entitled "" On Interpersonal Relations in the Socialist Market Economy "" and it was published in China Daily . " "Okay , now I ’ d like to find out more about your last job . I see you spent almost four years at the London Weekly , is that right ? "," Yes , that ’ s right . To be honest , the first year was quite tough for me . I was really just treated more like an intern . I didn ’ t have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating . " " Yes , that ’ s right . To be honest , the first year was quite tough for me . I was really just treated more like an intern . I didn ’ t have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating . "," So , what changed ? " " So , what changed ? "," Well slowly but surely I proved myself , and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer . " " Well slowly but surely I proved myself , and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer . "," Wow , a real step up ! " " Wow , a real step up ! "," Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent 3 years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ’ t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term . " " Yes , I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly . I spent 3 years in that position , but to be honest it wasn ’ t an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term . "," I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ? " " I see , so why did you decide to leave finally ? ", I just felt that the paper couldn ’ t offer me any new opportunities . I really needed a more challenging role to be honest . Going to the cafeteria ? ," No , I am not eating there anymore . I have ordered my favorite food in the restaurant around the corner . The food served in the cafeteria is not my type . I am a total meat lover . But the cafeteria is doing its best to force me to be a vegetarian . They have been serving the Chinese cabbage and white gorse for three days . Haven ’ t you noticed that ? " " No , I am not eating there anymore . I have ordered my favorite food in the restaurant around the corner . The food served in the cafeteria is not my type . I am a total meat lover . But the cafeteria is doing its best to force me to be a vegetarian . They have been serving the Chinese cabbage and white gorse for three days . Haven ’ t you noticed that ? ", That ’ s fine with me . I don ’ t hate vegetables and I don ’ t eat much during lunch . That ’ s fine with me . I don ’ t hate vegetables and I don ’ t eat much during lunch . ," Well , then the cafeteria suits you best . But anyway , if you like to have a lunch outside the company , feel free to join me anytime . " "Welcome to our school . If you need any help , please come to me . ", You are so kind . Thank you very much . "Look , how grand magnificent the Tiananmen Gate tour is ! ", What's Tiananmen famous for ? What's Tiananmen famous for ? ," It is largest pop square in the world.you see that is monument for the people's hero , and the Chairman Mao memorial hall on the south.there is great hall of the people on the west.there are two museums on the east . " " It is largest pop square in the world.you see that is monument for the people's hero , and the Chairman Mao memorial hall on the south.there is great hall of the people on the west.there are two museums on the east . ", What's that ? What's that ? , That's the Forbidden city on the north of Gate building . That's the Forbidden city on the north of Gate building . ," All the sightseeing in china is very attractive and crescive.travelling to China is very worth one.thank you so much for your guides , and I'll miss you . " At what age do children start school in your country ? , At five . At five . , Do boys and girls go to school together ? Do boys and girls go to school together ? ," Yes , they do . " " Yes , they do . ", Do you think this is a good idea ? Do you think this is a good idea ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Do some children go on to university ? Do some children go on to university ? ," Yes , they do . " " Yes , they do . ", What examinations do they take first ? What examinations do they take first ? , O levels and A levels . O levels and A levels . , How long do you usually stay at university ? How long do you usually stay at university ? , Three or four years . What about driving to Shanghai ? ," Driving ? No way , it's too far . " " Driving ? No way , it's too far . ", I just thought it would be an interesting way to see lots of places . How long will it take ? I just thought it would be an interesting way to see lots of places . How long will it take ? ," Too long , and you do not have much time . " " Too long , and you do not have much time . ", What a pity . Could you show me my bill ? , Here you are.That comes to 120 yuan . Here you are.That comes to 120 yuan . ," Can I have it charged to my account , please ? " " Can I have it charged to my account , please ? "," Certainly , sir.Would you sign here , please ? ... Thank you . " "It's a lovely day , isn't it ? "," Yes , the weather sure is nice today . " " Yes , the weather sure is nice today . ", I love it when the weather is like this.Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ? I love it when the weather is like this.Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch ? ," That sounds like a good idea.The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot . " " That sounds like a good idea.The sky is clear , the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze , so it is not too hot . "," I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado.but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day . " " I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado.but I must admit , this sure is a nice spring day . "," Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable . " " Hey , this spot in the shade looks really comfortable . "," Okay.Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ? " " Okay.Hey , is that a dark cloud over there ? Do you think it will rain after all ? "," I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day . " " I don't think so . I say the weather report last night , and it said the weather should be fine all day . ", If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend.It ' s been a while since I've not really gotten some sun . Did your meal meet with your approval ? , Our meal was absolutely perfect ! Our meal was absolutely perfect ! , How about a dessert to top off that wonderful meal ? How about a dessert to top off that wonderful meal ? ," Dessert sounds perfect , but I would like to split something with my friends . " " Dessert sounds perfect , but I would like to split something with my friends . "," On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp . " " On this evening's dessert list , we have chocolate mousse cake , homemade fresh strawberry shortcake , and a spicy rum apple crisp . ", I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful . I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful . ," One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ? " " One dessert will serve two , so would you like to split a second one ? "," We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ? " " We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake . Could you bring us four dessert forks , please ? ", How about some coffee and tea as well ? How about some coffee and tea as well ? , We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas . We are all tea drinkers . Please bring us four teas . , I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away . I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away . , The hot drinks first would be great . Thanks ! "Excuse me , ma'am . Can you tell me where the nearest postoffice is ? "," Of course . Go straight ahead . Turn right at the next street . You'll see a tall , yellow building.The post office is on the first floor . " " Of course . Go straight ahead . Turn right at the next street . You'll see a tall , yellow building.The post office is on the first floor . "," Do you mean that I go that way for one block , then turn right ? " " Do you mean that I go that way for one block , then turn right ? "," Yes , you are right . " " Yes , you are right . ", Is it far ? Is it far ? ," No , It's only about five minutes ' walk . " " No , It's only about five minutes ' walk . ", Thank you very much . Albert ? Could you co-sign this approval sheet ? Accounting ’ s getting really picky . , I know . They ’ Ve already sent back two approvals I sent them . Where do I sign ? I know . They ’ Ve already sent back two approvals I sent them . Where do I sign ? , Right here . It ’ s for that new fax machine we ’ re getting . Right here . It ’ s for that new fax machine we ’ re getting . ," Oh , right . I remember . There you are . Hope you don ’ t have as many problems as I had ! " "Garage sale , what does that mean ? "," Well , it is like a shop but the things here are quite cheap . " " Well , it is like a shop but the things here are quite cheap . ", How much is the tape record ? How much is the tape record ? , $ 5 . $ 5 . , That's really cheap . I will take it . That's really cheap . I will take it . , Sure . Here you are . Sorry to bother you . But I ’ m having a small problem I thought you might be able to help me with . ," Sure Paula , shoot ! " " Sure Paula , shoot ! "," Well , it is about Ms . Connors , the landlord of our rented house . " " Well , it is about Ms . Connors , the landlord of our rented house . "," Yeah , What happened ? " " Yeah , What happened ? ", The dishwasher broke down . I had the repair done and deducted the cost from the rent check . The dishwasher broke down . I had the repair done and deducted the cost from the rent check . , And so ... And so ... , She is threatening to evict us for not paying the full rent . She is threatening to evict us for not paying the full rent . ," Hold on , Paula . It does sound pretty serious . But I ’ m sure you can work this out . " " Hold on , Paula . It does sound pretty serious . But I ’ m sure you can work this out . "," Well , you are over at the law school . So I wondered if you would mind coming with me when we talk to Ms . Connors . We ’ re supposed to meet with her tomorrow night at eight . " " Well , you are over at the law school . So I wondered if you would mind coming with me when we talk to Ms . Connors . We ’ re supposed to meet with her tomorrow night at eight . "," Sure , I ’ d be glad to help you straighten things out . Why don ’ t I stop by at about seven thirty ? " " Sure , I ’ d be glad to help you straighten things out . Why don ’ t I stop by at about seven thirty ? "," Thanks a million , you are a lifesaver . " "hi , Mary ! What do you like to do in your spare time ? "," well , I spend a lot of time watching movies . " " well , I spend a lot of time watching movies . "," what a confidence ! I always watch a lot of movies , too . " " what a confidence ! I always watch a lot of movies , too . "," oh really , Frank ? What kind of movies do you like ? " " oh really , Frank ? What kind of movies do you like ? "," actually , I watch whichever movie there is , be it a comedy , a sci-fi or a suspense movie . How about you ? " " actually , I watch whichever movie there is , be it a comedy , a sci-fi or a suspense movie . How about you ? "," art films are my favorite , but thrillers are cool , too . " " art films are my favorite , but thrillers are cool , too . ", really impressive . These two genres are totally different . really impressive . These two genres are totally different . , sure . I enjoy both of them very much . sure . I enjoy both of them very much . , how often do you go to the cinema ? how often do you go to the cinema ? ," once in a while , I suppose , I usually rent movies at Movie Salon . " " once in a while , I suppose , I usually rent movies at Movie Salon . ", movie salon ? where is that ? movie salon ? where is that ? , it's a movie rental store in my neighborhood . I've got a membership there . it's a movie rental store in my neighborhood . I've got a membership there . , is it good ? is it good ? ," yes , you can find almost all new releases there . " " yes , you can find almost all new releases there . ", really ? Maybe I shall also sign up for its membership . really ? Maybe I shall also sign up for its membership . , why not ? "Hey , Paul , why the long face ? ", It's difficult to explain . It's difficult to explain . , Try me . Try me . ," Well , I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job . " " Well , I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job . "," Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different . " " Take it easy , maybe tomorrow will be different . "," I don't know , I can't stand my job these days . " " I don't know , I can't stand my job these days . "," Cheer up , I hope you'll feel better soon . " What did you do last vacation ? , I learned to drive and I got a driving license . I learned to drive and I got a driving license . , What will you do this vacation ? What will you do this vacation ? , Travel . Mr . Brown is in hospital again . , Is he ? He ’ s never been healthy . Is he ? He ’ s never been healthy . ," When I went to see him yesterday , he looked rather pale . " " When I went to see him yesterday , he looked rather pale . ", I ’ m afraid he won ’ t make old bones . Have you been taken care of ? , Not yet . I am looking for a black suitcase . Not yet . I am looking for a black suitcase . , Is there any special brand you'd like ? Is there any special brand you'd like ? , Yes . I would prefer Nike . Yes . I would prefer Nike . , The franchised store is on the second floor . The franchised store is on the second floor . , Thank you . It is reported that the temperature is going to drop dramatically tonight . , Really ? Really ? , Yes . So you'd better dress warmly before you go out . Yes . So you'd better dress warmly before you go out . , I will . Thanks for telling me . "Brooke , I have bad news . ", What ! What ! , I called the airlines to reconfirm the reservations today . I called the airlines to reconfirm the reservations today . , Don't you dare tell me that ... Don't you dare tell me that ... , I'm sorry . I didn't reconfirm in time and they gave away half of the seats . I'm sorry . I didn't reconfirm in time and they gave away half of the seats . ," Well , they should have called you ! " " Well , they should have called you ! ", They said that they did . I've been so busy ... They said that they did . I've been so busy ... , And you didn't think to leave them my cell phone ? And you didn't think to leave them my cell phone ? , I didn't think there would be a problem . I didn't think there would be a problem . , It's the holidays ! Everybody knows how hard it is to get tickets ! It's the holidays ! Everybody knows how hard it is to get tickets ! , I'm sorry . We're still going . I got reservations for all of us on the 31st . It will be OK . Trust me . I'm sorry . We're still going . I got reservations for all of us on the 31st . It will be OK . Trust me . , Trust you ! You can't even handle simple plane reservations ! Trust you ! You can't even handle simple plane reservations ! , Brooke ! "Welcome to Flower Power , sir . What can I get for you ? ", I'd like a dozen long-stemmed roses . I'd like a dozen long-stemmed roses . , Would you like them delivered ? Would you like them delivered ? ," Yes , I'd like them sent to this address . " " Yes , I'd like them sent to this address . ", Do you want to sign the card ? Do you want to sign the card ? ," No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting . " " No , could you just write your secret admirer on it for me ? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting . "," Ah ... very well , sir . I'll have them delivered this afternoon . " May I speak to Marry Lin please ? , I'm sorry Marry is out right now . I'm sorry Marry is out right now . , When will she be back ? When will she be back ? , Why don't you call back later this afternoon ? "I think I need some iced water , too . Is there an extra charge for that ? ", Yes . We charge 50 cents for iced water . Yes . We charge 50 cents for iced water . ," That's fine . Could you give me some more napkins , too ? " " That's fine . Could you give me some more napkins , too ? ", Sure . Do you need anything else ? Sure . Do you need anything else ? , Yes . I would also like some sweet-and-sour sauce and pepper . Yes . I would also like some sweet-and-sour sauce and pepper . , I'll put all that into the bag for you . I'll put all that into the bag for you . ," Do I owe you for the sauce , pepper and napkins ? " " Do I owe you for the sauce , pepper and napkins ? "," No , there's no charge for those . " "Excuse me , waiter , would you please give us a menu ? "," Sorry , sir , here you are . " " Sorry , sir , here you are . "," Well , do you have a menu in Chinese ? " " Well , do you have a menu in Chinese ? "," Please wait a moment , I will bring you one . " May I help you ? , Could I have a look at those pens ? Could I have a look at those pens ? , Certainly . These are thirty yuan each and these are twenty-five . Certainly . These are thirty yuan each and these are twenty-five . , Have you got anything a bit cheaper ? Have you got anything a bit cheaper ? , How about these ? They are nine yuan each . How about these ? They are nine yuan each . ," No , they're not quite what I want . Sorry to trouble you . " " No , they're not quite what I want . Sorry to trouble you . ", Not at all . Did you say you saw lily alone ? ," Yes , nobody was with her . " " Yes , nobody was with her . ", Where did you say she was ? Where did you say she was ? , In Thailand . In Thailand . , I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ? I must say I think that is very odd . Are you absolutely certain it was her ? ," Yes . yes , I am sure . " " Yes . yes , I am sure . "," Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ? " " Because I don't want any , er , do you understand ? But you are quite sure , are you ? ", Quite sure . I mean that hair of hers and the voice of hers . "Give me enough for a skirt , will you ? "," Here you are.It ' s 90 yuan , miss . " " Here you are.It ' s 90 yuan , miss . ", Can you give me a discount ? Can you give me a discount ? , 20 percent is the best discount I can offer . That will came to 72yuan . 20 percent is the best discount I can offer . That will came to 72yuan . , OK . 72 yuan . OK . 72 yuan . ," Thanks , Miss . I want you to see our new stock of brocade satin , a splendid line , just came in . " " Thanks , Miss . I want you to see our new stock of brocade satin , a splendid line , just came in . "," No , Thanks.Not today . " " No , Thanks.Not today . ", I'll just have this all wrapped up for you . ( Bob groans . ) What's the matter.Bob ? , I think it's my ankle . I think it's my ankle . , What happened ? What happened ? , One of my snowshoes got caught on a rock . One of my snowshoes got caught on a rock . , Can you stand ? Can you stand ? , I don't think so.It ' s kind of sore . I don't think so.It ' s kind of sore . , We'll have to get you to a hospital for an X-ray . We'll have to get you to a hospital for an X-ray . , Is that really necessary ? Is that really necessary ? , It may be worse than it seems . How's it feel ? It may be worse than it seems . How's it feel ? , About the same . About the same . , Someone will be out to take a look any minute now . Someone will be out to take a look any minute now . ," Should we be here , Alice ? I don't think it's that serious . " " Should we be here , Alice ? I don't think it's that serious . ", Of course ! It's the sort of thing a hospital emergency ward is for . Will we have to wait much longer ? Of course ! It's the sort of thing a hospital emergency ward is for . Will we have to wait much longer ? , I hope not.It isn't that busy . Look at these newlyweds . They seem as if they are on top of the world . ," Yes , they do . It's great for them to tie the knot and get married . " " Yes , they do . It's great for them to tie the knot and get married . ", People who have just got married feel that the world is right before them . People who have just got married feel that the world is right before them . , Nothing seems to be happier for them . Do you have some good ideas of losing weight ? ," First of all , you should pay attention to what you eat . Don't eat too much food with high calories , such as chocolate , ice cream and the like . " " First of all , you should pay attention to what you eat . Don't eat too much food with high calories , such as chocolate , ice cream and the like . ", Any more ? Any more ? , Stay away from fried foods . Fried foods are fried in oil or fat . Stay away from fried foods . Fried foods are fried in oil or fat . , Got it . Got it . , Do not be a couch potato . You should do more exercise . Do not be a couch potato . You should do more exercise . ," Well , it seems that I should do some jogging from tomorrow on . " "Let's skip The X-files tonight , Fran . Okay ? Just this once ? ", Let me guess . You want to watch the History Channel again ! Let me guess . You want to watch the History Channel again ! , How did you know ! There's a program on ancient Egypt tonight . How did you know ! There's a program on ancient Egypt tonight . ," Well , I guess I could tape The X-files and watch it later ... " " Well , I guess I could tape The X-files and watch it later ... "," Look , it's starting ! " " Look , it's starting ! ", Mysteries of the Pyramids . Didn't we watch this program last week ? "Hello , miss . I would like to check out . "," Well , sir . If you want to check out now , we will charge you $ 200 as well . " " Well , sir . If you want to check out now , we will charge you $ 200 as well . ", Why ? I have stayed for 3 nights . Why ? I have stayed for 3 nights . ," Well , the check out time is 12:00 o'clock everyday , if you checked out after 15:00 , we have to charge you for another day . " How was your trip to Brazil ? Did you learn anything ? , I had no idea how seriously that country takes soccer ! I had no idea how seriously that country takes soccer ! , Tell me about it . Tell me about it . ," Okay . In the middle of their streets there are parks , big soccer fields as far as you can see . " " Okay . In the middle of their streets there are parks , big soccer fields as far as you can see . ", Really ? Really ? ," That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m . " " That's not all . They use them ! Every night men , women , children all out there till 3 and 4 a . m . ", Are you serious ? Are you serious ? , I don't know how they function the next day ! It's like they eat and breathe soccer ! "Excuse me , are you Dr . Smith ? ", Yes I am . And you ... Yes I am . And you ... ," I'm David , Joanna's husband . She has to be at work late today . So she asked me to pick you up here . " " I'm David , Joanna's husband . She has to be at work late today . So she asked me to pick you up here . "," So nice to meet you , David . Call me Bill . It's very nice of you to come here . " " So nice to meet you , David . Call me Bill . It's very nice of you to come here . ", My pleasure . "Thank you . I'm very glad to be here . As Ms . Tina said , the purpose of my presentation today is to familiarize you with the new EBB . As you probably know , EBB stands for Electronic Book Player . Our company put the original EBB on the market a year ago , but we have since all developed an improved model which we believe will be a big seller in both China and the U . S . "," Ms . Yang , can you tell us in what ways the new EBB is better than the old model ? " " Ms . Yang , can you tell us in what ways the new EBB is better than the old model ? "," Certainly . First of all , the old model had a rather small screen , so not much information could appear at one time . So on the new model , we have made the screen much bigger and ... " " Certainly . First of all , the old model had a rather small screen , so not much information could appear at one time . So on the new model , we have made the screen much bigger and ... "," Excuse me , but what are the Mbps mainly used for ? " " Excuse me , but what are the Mbps mainly used for ? "," Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ... " " Oh , there are many uses and I'll explain them in detail a little later . First , I'd like to ... "," Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ? " " Before you go on , Ms Yang , could you tell us if the original EBB sold well in the U . S . ? "," You were right , Mr . Tim . Your colleagues do want know all about it . " "Good evening , miss . Want some socks ? ", Yes.Do you sell stockings ? Yes.Do you sell stockings ? , Yes.But I recommend you to buy pantyhose . The stockings are already out-dated . Yes.But I recommend you to buy pantyhose . The stockings are already out-dated . , Sure . Are those pantyhose made of artificial silk ? "Good evening , madam . Can I help you ? ", Yes . I bought this sheet here yesterday . Yes . I bought this sheet here yesterday . , Anything wrong with it ? Anything wrong with it ? ," Yes . When I spread it out back home , I found this hole . " " Yes . When I spread it out back home , I found this hole . "," Oh , how awful ! May I have a look at the invoice ? " " Oh , how awful ! May I have a look at the invoice ? ", Here it is . Here it is . ," Well . please accept our sincere apologies , I'll be glad to change it for another one if you wish . " " Well . please accept our sincere apologies , I'll be glad to change it for another one if you wish . ", That's very kind of you . Thank you . That's very kind of you . Thank you . ," We're sorry that this has happened , and I guarantee that the same mistake won't happen again . " "Recently , there prevails ' Net Love ' ! ", What's Net Love ? What's Net Love ? , Two people chat on the Net and step by step fall into love ! It's Net Love . Two people chat on the Net and step by step fall into love ! It's Net Love . , Ridiculous ! They haven't met ! Maybe they're the same sex ! Ridiculous ! They haven't met ! Maybe they're the same sex ! , Maybe yesterday you've received a man's woos . He's called ' Beast ' ? Maybe yesterday you've received a man's woos . He's called ' Beast ' ? , How could you know ? How could you know ? , I watched the screen display ! I watched the screen display ! , Do you know ' He ' is Ms . Rebecca ! Do you know ' He ' is Ms . Rebecca ! ," It's typical Net Love , and a typical lesbians ' homosex ! HA ! " " It's typical Net Love , and a typical lesbians ' homosex ! HA ! ", Impossible ! I have no idea what to buy for Mary for her birthday . , Me neither ! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together ? Me neither ! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together ? ," Yes , that would be good ! " " Yes , that would be good ! ", We need to think about what she might like . What are her interests ? We need to think about what she might like . What are her interests ? ," If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading . " " If I remember right , she likes music , skiing , and reading . "," You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ? " " You know , maybe we could get her some concert tickets . Who would know her favorite groups ? "," Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are . " " Her roommate , Malia , might know what her favorite groups are . "," Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert . " " Yeah , Malia would be able to help us choose a concert . ", Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now . Let's give Malia a call and ask her for her help right now . , Good ! Maybe Malia would like to go in with us on this gift . "Peter , wash your hands first , and then have some dessert . "," Mom , can I have some ice cream ? " " Mom , can I have some ice cream ? "," Not today , Honey . Don't eat too much ice cream . " " Not today , Honey . Don't eat too much ice cream . "," Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ? " " Mom , can I have one more piece of cake ? ", Ok . The last piece is for your dessert . We're having dinner soon . "Hey , The Cosby Show is on ! ", The Cosby Show ? Wasn't it over many years ago ? The Cosby Show ? Wasn't it over many years ago ? , That's right . That's right . , So how come it's still playing ? So how come it's still playing ? , I'm watching reruns of it . I'm watching reruns of it . , Reruns ? Reruns ? , That means our local TV station is showing old episodes . You can watch reruns of nearly every old sitcom . "As we know , mobile phones bring people great convenience and shorten the distance among friends and relatives . "," It bears a great many of advantages , but also some weak points . " " It bears a great many of advantages , but also some weak points . ", Is it ? I've never thought of any disadvantages of the mobile phone . Is it ? I've never thought of any disadvantages of the mobile phone . ," For instance , the mobile phone seriously distracts the attention of people from work and study . " " For instance , the mobile phone seriously distracts the attention of people from work and study . ", That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones . That's true . Some people pay too much attention to their mobile phones . ," Actually , it's not the fault of the mobile phone . But people should have a proper attitude towards it . Mobile phone is a tool serving people , not the fetters restricting them . " "People say that you never have a real winter in the South China , but I don't think so . ", Why ? Why ? ," I did experience a winter with snow in Kunming , the Spring City . " " I did experience a winter with snow in Kunming , the Spring City . ", With snow in Kunming ? That's crazy ! "Janice , I can't find the document I was working on last month . Can you help me to look for it ? "," Susan , I'm sorry . Did you look up those files I requested ? " " Susan , I'm sorry . Did you look up those files I requested ? "," Yes , but I still can not find it . Maybe it is in this cabinet . " " Yes , but I still can not find it . Maybe it is in this cabinet . "," I couldn't find the files you request , even though I checked all the cross-references . I don't think it's there . " " I couldn't find the files you request , even though I checked all the cross-references . I don't think it's there . ", I am sure that document was filed . I am sure that document was filed . ," Well , let me check again under a different heading . " " Well , let me check again under a different heading . ", Good idea ! It seems that I asked you to put it in Nova's files . Good idea ! It seems that I asked you to put it in Nova's files . , Maybe that's why I couldn't find it . All the documents on Nova are filed under ' V ' . "Honey , which hand should I use to hold the fork ? ", Left for the fork and right for the knife . Just remember that the stronger one is for knife . Left for the fork and right for the knife . Just remember that the stronger one is for knife . , Got it . It's so troublesome to have western food . I've been learning the table manners for hours but still can't really it . Got it . It's so troublesome to have western food . I've been learning the table manners for hours but still can't really it . ," Sure . Rather than eating , having western food is more about western culture . " " Sure . Rather than eating , having western food is more about western culture . ", Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ? Yeah . Which restaurant are we going to tonight ? , Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant . Cindy has reserved a table for us at a newly opened western restaurant downtown . She said the environment there was really pleasant . ," Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ? " " Fine . I believe in Cindy's taste . Oh , what should I wear ? ", You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now . You should put on the black suit I bought for you last week . But I'm afraid it may be a bit crumpled . You'd better iron it now . , I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ? I don't want to mess it up . Please do it for me . I'm going to the bank to cash some money . How much do we need ? , There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget . There is no need to do that . I think the restaurant accepts credit cards . But it's necessary to make a budget . ," Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too . " " Honey , you are a good accountant . So I'd better leave that to you , too . ", It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ? It seems that it's all about me . Then what do you do ? , I'll take care of the order . I'll take care of the order . ," OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ? " " OK then . Well , 50 Yuan for appetizer , 200 Yuan for dinner and 200 Yuan for wine . Anything else ? ", Don't forget about the dessert . Don't forget about the dessert . ," OK , then 50 Yuan for dessert . 500 Yuan all together . " Do you like shopping ? , Yeah . I go shopping once a week Yeah . I go shopping once a week , Why don't you do your shopping at home ? Why don't you do your shopping at home ? , What do you mean ? I can't understand . What do you mean ? I can't understand . ," I mean you can buy things through the Internet , that is E-commerce . " " I mean you can buy things through the Internet , that is E-commerce . ", Really ? That's unbelievable . "Hi , I need broadband for my computer . "," No problem . Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you're good to go . " " No problem . Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you're good to go . "," That's a problem . My laptop has no Ethernet port , it's wireless only . " " That's a problem . My laptop has no Ethernet port , it's wireless only . "," Hmm . Well , we have some alternatives , if you're interested . " " Hmm . Well , we have some alternatives , if you're interested . ", Go ahead . I'm all ears . Go ahead . I'm all ears . , We have a computer lab on the first floor . We have a computer lab on the first floor . , That's great ! How much is it ? That's great ! How much is it ? ," It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course . " " It's absolutely free to guests . Except for printing , of course . ", Okay . What about the other alternatives ? Okay . What about the other alternatives ? , You could use your wireless right here in our lobby . You could use your wireless right here in our lobby . ," Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ? " " Yes , that's the ticket ! And if I need to print something there ? "," Well , we don't have a printer in the lobby yet . You'll have to use the lab . " Is this the right bus for San Francisco ? ," It sure is.Can I see your ticket ? OK , fine . " " It sure is.Can I see your ticket ? OK , fine . ", When's the first stop ? When's the first stop ? ," About two hours out of Los Angeles . Give me the bags , I'll put'em on the bus . Here's your claim tag . Don't lose it.When you get off the bus , give it to me . " " About two hours out of Los Angeles . Give me the bags , I'll put'em on the bus . Here's your claim tag . Don't lose it.When you get off the bus , give it to me . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Is it all right to smoke on the bus ? Is it all right to smoke on the bus ? ," Sure , but only in the rear , and only cigarettes . And alcohol is not allowed . " " Sure , but only in the rear , and only cigarettes . And alcohol is not allowed . ", I see . Thank you . "Hi Kara , this is Mike . ", Hello Mike . How are things going for you ? Hello Mike . How are things going for you ? ," Great , how are you ? " " Great , how are you ? ", Fine . Everything is just fine . Fine . Everything is just fine . ," Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend . " " Kara , I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend . "," Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies . " " Mike , I enjoyed your company , but I am getting ready to graduate soon . I really need to focus on my studies . ", Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done . Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done . ," It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done , but thank you for a lovely dinner . " Would you like to go to a concert with me ? , I'd love to . "Hey , Ken ... I need to talk to you . ", Sure ... what's up ? Sure ... what's up ? , Can we step into the conference room ? This is a more private conversation . Can we step into the conference room ? This is a more private conversation . , Sure ... Sure ... ," Ok ... I'm just going to lay it all out on the table , What do you think of Vincent's management style ? " " Ok ... I'm just going to lay it all out on the table , What do you think of Vincent's management style ? "," Well , Vincent has only been CEO for a couple of years and ... well ... um ... " " Well , Vincent has only been CEO for a couple of years and ... well ... um ... "," I don't want to put you on the spot . Here's what I'm getting at , I don't think Vincent is the man for the job . " " I don't want to put you on the spot . Here's what I'm getting at , I don't think Vincent is the man for the job . ", Really ? And what led you to this conclusion ? Really ? And what led you to this conclusion ? ," As I see it , he lacks the proper vision . His style is more about survival , and he's not taking the company anywhere.He ' s treading water instead of swimming . " " As I see it , he lacks the proper vision . His style is more about survival , and he's not taking the company anywhere.He ' s treading water instead of swimming . "," Well , I confess I've had my doubts about his abilities before . It seems he mainly got the job because his famous aunt pulled some strings . " " Well , I confess I've had my doubts about his abilities before . It seems he mainly got the job because his famous aunt pulled some strings . ", I've been with this firm for 26 years and I'd hate to see it go down the drain due to poor leadership skills . I've been with this firm for 26 years and I'd hate to see it go down the drain due to poor leadership skills . , Me too . But what can we do ? This isn't a reality TV show ... we can't just vote him out . Me too . But what can we do ? This isn't a reality TV show ... we can't just vote him out . ," Yes and no ... We can't ask for a show of hands on who thinks he should be fired , but we can introduce a vote of no confidence at the next board meeting . " " Yes and no ... We can't ask for a show of hands on who thinks he should be fired , but we can introduce a vote of no confidence at the next board meeting . ", Interesting idea . You might be on to something . There is something wrong with my girlfriend . , What's the trouble ? What's the trouble ? , The department manager is all over her . He says he loves her . The department manager is all over her . He says he loves her . , What about your friend ? Did she fall for him ? What about your friend ? Did she fall for him ? ," Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know . " " Of course not ! She thinks he's an apple-head . She doesn't like an apple-headed man , you know . "," Now you don't have the butterflies in your stomach , do you ? " "Hello . What can I do for you , sir ? ", Hi . Fill it up please . Premium . Hi . Fill it up please . Premium . , Sure . Sure . ," Oh , can you check my oil and tires while you're at it ? " " Oh , can you check my oil and tires while you're at it ? ", No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me . No problem . I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me . ," OK , it's open . " " OK , it's open . ", Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat . Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat . , Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ? Oh . Where can I add some air to my tires ? , Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready . Right here . I'll do it for you . ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready . , Good . How much does it come to ? Good . How much does it come to ? ," Nine gallons of premium . That's $ 15.32 , please . " How was the movie last night ? , I didn't really like it . I didn't really like it . , Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography . Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography . , I found it very disappointing . I found it very disappointing . ," She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see . " " She liked the acting , too , because that's what she wanted to see . ", I wasn't happy with it . I wasn't happy with it . , Nothing is to your satisfaction . I have made up my mind . I am getting a tattoo . , Really ? Are you sure ? Really ? Are you sure ? , Yeah ! Why not ? They are trendy and look great ! I want to get a dragon on my arm or maybe a tiger on my back . Yeah ! Why not ? They are trendy and look great ! I want to get a dragon on my arm or maybe a tiger on my back . ," Yeah but , it is something that you will have forever ! They use indelible ink that can only be removed with laser treatment . On top of all that , I have heard it hurts a lot ! " " Yeah but , it is something that you will have forever ! They use indelible ink that can only be removed with laser treatment . On top of all that , I have heard it hurts a lot ! ", Really ? Really ? , Of course ! They use this machine with a needle that pokes your skin and inserts the ink . Of course ! They use this machine with a needle that pokes your skin and inserts the ink . ," Oh , I didn ’ t know that ! I thought they just paint it on your skin or something . " " Oh , I didn ’ t know that ! I thought they just paint it on your skin or something . "," I think you should reconsider and do some more research about tattoos . Also , find out where the nearest tattoo parlor is and make sure they used sterilized needles , and that the place is hygienic . " " I think you should reconsider and do some more research about tattoos . Also , find out where the nearest tattoo parlor is and make sure they used sterilized needles , and that the place is hygienic . ", Maybe I should just get a tongue piercing ! Hello . City News . Can I help you ? , Hello . My name is Jessica Smith . I ’ d like to cancel the newspaper . Hello . My name is Jessica Smith . I ’ d like to cancel the newspaper . , Okay . What ’ s your account number ? Okay . What ’ s your account number ? , 8902365 . 8902365 . ," And your address , please ? " " And your address , please ? ", 845 lincoln Avenue . 845 lincoln Avenue . , When do you want it cancelled ? When do you want it cancelled ? , Beginning the first day of next month . Beginning the first day of next month . , Okay . How was your vacation in Paris ? , It was exciting ! Hey Stacy . What's going on ? , I'm pretty tired these days . I'm pretty tired these days . , Why ? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands ? Why ? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands ? ," I have so much house work to do . I have to take care of the kids , cook , clean , laundry , and the cycle never ends . " " I have so much house work to do . I have to take care of the kids , cook , clean , laundry , and the cycle never ends . ", How about your husband . Does he help much ? How about your husband . Does he help much ? , Not at all . He comes home and complains about his hard day at work . He expects me to do everything . He even wants me to feed him sometimes . Can you believe that ? Not at all . He comes home and complains about his hard day at work . He expects me to do everything . He even wants me to feed him sometimes . Can you believe that ? , That sucks . That sucks . ," If he wasn't so lazy , I think I wouldn't have any complaints . He mows the lawn , but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it ? " " If he wasn't so lazy , I think I wouldn't have any complaints . He mows the lawn , but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it ? ", That's crossing the line . That's crossing the line . , Oh well . I'll have to live with it . What else can I do ? Can you suggest a few exercise to help me get fit and stretch my muscles a little ? ," Sure . If you want to stretch your legs , a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body , like this . It ’ s a very simple exercise , but very effective . " " Sure . If you want to stretch your legs , a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body , like this . It ’ s a very simple exercise , but very effective . ", I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ? I need to excise my arms too . How can I do that ? , One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ’ t want to drop them on your feet ! One good way is to do push-ups . Another way is to use weights . Make sure you grip the weights firmly . You don ’ t want to drop them on your feet ! ," When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ? " " When I do push-ups , should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground ? ", You don ’ t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the You don ’ t need to bend your elbows that much . Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle . The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight . Many people bend the , What ’ s a good exercise for my chest muscles ? What ’ s a good exercise for my chest muscles ? , One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body . One that I recommend is that you lie on your back . You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body . , So I need plenty of space for this exercise . So I need plenty of space for this exercise . ," Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time . " " Yes , you do . Lift the weight up , keeping your arms straight all the time . ", Great . Thanks for you advice ! I want to buy some running shoes . Maybe New Balance . , Why do you need running shoes ? You aren't a runner . Why do you need running shoes ? You aren't a runner . , But I exercise at the club . And I use the stepping machine.So I need good running shoes . But I exercise at the club . And I use the stepping machine.So I need good running shoes . ," That's not the same.Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes , but not real running shoes . " " That's not the same.Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes , but not real running shoes . ", What's the difference ? What's the difference ? ," There isn't much difference . But there is some difference.For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive.They have very lightweight materials.They ' re designed for serious runner " " There isn't much difference . But there is some difference.For one thing , real running shoes are much more expensive.They have very lightweight materials.They ' re designed for serious runner ", And what are running-shoe-style shoes ? And what are running-shoe-style shoes ? , They look like running shoes.They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too.But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners.You can use them for exerce They look like running shoes.They have the same shape . And you can use them for running too.But they're not so serious . They aren't designed for serious runners.You can use them for exerce ," But they aren't as light , right ? " " But they aren't as light , right ? "," That's right.If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe . " " That's right.If you want a really lightweight shoe , you should buy a high-quality running shoe . ", That's what I want.For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care . That's what I want.For exercising at the club . I can even spend 100 dollars on them . I don't care . , But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money . But it's a waste of money . You won't really run in them ! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines . It's just a waste of money . , My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too . My sister has New Balance running shoes . I want shoes just like hers . I don't care if they're expensive . And they look cool too . ," Well , do what you like.There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though.You don't have to buy the most expensive . " " Well , do what you like.There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though.You don't have to buy the most expensive . ", I want the best.My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet . I want the best.My sister said good shoes are very important . For support . They support your feet . ," Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ? " " Your sister is a fitness expert , huh ? "," No , but she exercises more than me . " " No , but she exercises more than me . ", I really think you are stubborn about some things.But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes . I really think you are stubborn about some things.But here . Let's look at the New Balance shoes . , Here it is . This is what my sister has . Here it is . This is what my sister has . ," Yes , that's it . That's their top model . " " Yes , that's it . That's their top model . ", I wonder if they have my size . I wonder if they have my size . ," Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ? " " Well , we can wait for the assistant to help us , or we can look through the boxes down here . What is your size ? "," Here in America , it's six . " " Here in America , it's six . "," Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars.Wow , what a waste of money ! " " Well , here you are . Size six . Woman's . 137 dollars.Wow , what a waste of money ! ", It's none of your business . Let me try them on . Mary is really a diligent girl . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , She learns to speak Latin by osmosis within three months . She learns to speak Latin by osmosis within three months . , She is really something . "Wow ! That ’ s a pretty dress , but it ’ s too expensive . "," Yeah , it is ! Why is it so expensive ? " " Yeah , it is ! Why is it so expensive ? ", It ’ s because of good quality and the fine design . It ’ s because of good quality and the fine design . , I don ’ t think it ’ s worth that money . I don ’ t think it ’ s worth that money . ," Anyhow , this dress is really elegant . " "We have a holiday next week , don't we ? "," Yes , on Monday . " " Yes , on Monday . ", What're you going to do ? What're you going to do ? , I'm probably going to spend the day looking at cars . I'm probably going to spend the day looking at cars . ," At cars ! You aren't thinking about buying a car , are you ? " " At cars ! You aren't thinking about buying a car , are you ? "," Yes , I am . I'd like to be able to get around a little more . " " Yes , I am . I'd like to be able to get around a little more . "," But it will be expensive to have a car in the city , won't it ? " " But it will be expensive to have a car in the city , won't it ? "," Oh , I don't know . Of course , gasoline costs a lot these days . " " Oh , I don't know . Of course , gasoline costs a lot these days . "," But what about parking ? You can't park on the street , can you ? " " But what about parking ? You can't park on the street , can you ? "," A lot of people do . I'll try it for a while anyway , but I certainly don't want to pay a lot of parking tickets . " I ’ m afraid I spoke in all of the table clock . , Never mind about that . Never mind about that . ," I ’ m terribly sorry , Won ’ t you let me pay for ? " " I ’ m terribly sorry , Won ’ t you let me pay for ? "," No , I won ’ t hear of it . " "Hey , let ’ s pull over and look at that house over there . "," Yes , that looks great ! Is it on our Open House list ? " " Yes , that looks great ! Is it on our Open House list ? "," Yes , it is on our list . " " Yes , it is on our list . "," Well , it looks great from the curb . Let ’ s go on inside . " " Well , it looks great from the curb . Let ’ s go on inside . ", Let ’ s sign the registry . The realtor looks kind of busy right now . Let ’ s sign the registry . The realtor looks kind of busy right now . ," OK , let ’ s go check out the kitchen next . " " OK , let ’ s go check out the kitchen next . "," Oh look , they have some refreshments in here . " " Oh look , they have some refreshments in here . ", Make sure that you pick up a flyer with the information about the home . Make sure that you pick up a flyer with the information about the home . , Does it say how much they are asking for this house ? Does it say how much they are asking for this house ? ," Yes , it seems to have been discounted from two hundred and thirty-five thousand to two hundred and twenty-five thousand " How ’ s everything with you today ? , I ’ m fine . Thank you . I ’ m fine . Thank you . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , I need to transfer money . I need to transfer money . , Do you know which account you want to take the money from ? Do you know which account you want to take the money from ? , From my savings account . From my savings account . , Where are you transferring the money to ? Where are you transferring the money to ? , I would like it transferred to my checking account . I would like it transferred to my checking account . , How much ? How much ? , I want to transfer $ 200 . I want to transfer $ 200 . , Will that be all ? Will that be all ? , Yes . That will be all . Here comes the bus . , It's about time . Hello ! ," Oh , hi ! " " Oh , hi ! ", Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Tom . Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Tom . , Pleased to meet you . My name is Alice . Did you just move in next door ? Pleased to meet you . My name is Alice . Did you just move in next door ? ," Yes , I did . Have you lived here long ? " " Yes , I did . Have you lived here long ? ", Me ? I guess so . I've lived here for about six years now . Have you lived in America very long ? Me ? I guess so . I've lived here for about six years now . Have you lived in America very long ? ," No , not really . When I left Vietnam , I came to America and I lived with a cousin in Dallas for two years . Where do you work , Alice ? " " No , not really . When I left Vietnam , I came to America and I lived with a cousin in Dallas for two years . Where do you work , Alice ? ", I teach mathematics at a college . What do you do ? I teach mathematics at a college . What do you do ? , I am an accountant at a company I am an accountant at a company ," Well , Tom . It's good to meet you . I have to go now . I am teaching a class this evening , and I need to get to the college . " " Well , Tom . It's good to meet you . I have to go now . I am teaching a class this evening , and I need to get to the college . "," It's nice meeting you too , Alice . " " It's nice meeting you too , Alice . ", See you around ! See you around ! ," Goodbye , Alice . " "Well , how did you enjoy your seaside trip ? ", It was funny . It was funny . ," Tell me about it , will you ? " " Tell me about it , will you ? "," Well , we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning . It was a magnificent sight . " " Well , we drove through the valley on our way there in the morning . It was a magnificent sight . ", Did you stop at the big waterfall for pictures ? Did you stop at the big waterfall for pictures ? ," Sure , we wouldn't miss it for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour . " " Sure , we wouldn't miss it for anything . After that , we took a short cut to the park . There was very little traffic , so we got there in less than an hour . ", You were lucky then . What did you do after that ? You were lucky then . What did you do after that ? , We went for a swim in the sea . That was the best part of the day . Just look at my nice tan . We went for a swim in the sea . That was the best part of the day . Just look at my nice tan . , So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday . So you must have had a busy and enjoyable day yesterday . ," Yes , you're right . And I was so tired that I fell asleep on the way back . My arms are still stiff from the swim yesterday . " I hear Fred is a very good student in your class . ," Though he's not the one who can get the highest score , yet , on the whole , he is comparable to the best . " " Though he's not the one who can get the highest score , yet , on the whole , he is comparable to the best . ", What do you mean by on the whole . What do you mean by on the whole . , I mean he's a student developing all round . I'm going to the park to play baseball with the guys . , But you promised to play chess with me this afternoon . But you promised to play chess with me this afternoon . ," Yeah , but that was before the guys ask me to join the team . " " Yeah , but that was before the guys ask me to join the team . ", So what ? So what ? ," You know how much I want to be on the team , and now there is an opening for me.If I don't go to practise today.They ' ll get someone else and I'll miss my chance . " " You know how much I want to be on the team , and now there is an opening for me.If I don't go to practise today.They ' ll get someone else and I'll miss my chance . "," I don't care about baseball.You know I need to practice for the chess championship and you promised to help with me if I washed the dishes for you last Sunday , and I did . " " I don't care about baseball.You know I need to practice for the chess championship and you promised to help with me if I washed the dishes for you last Sunday , and I did . "," I know , and I will . " " I know , and I will . ", When ? When ? , After baseball practice . After baseball practice . ," And then , it'll be dinner time , then homework , and then your Show is on.You are going to break your promise . " " And then , it'll be dinner time , then homework , and then your Show is on.You are going to break your promise . "," No , I won't . I'm going to skip TV tonight and work on your chess game with you if that's ok with you . " " No , I won't . I'm going to skip TV tonight and work on your chess game with you if that's ok with you . "," Well , I'd rather do it the way we set up.But if you promise to give me your best game , it's ok with me . " " Well , I'd rather do it the way we set up.But if you promise to give me your best game , it's ok with me . "," No problem , I'll play as hard as I can and give you an extra game to say thanks . " Do you think we can go driving right now ? ," Yeah , sure . Let's go . " " Yeah , sure . Let's go . ", Buckle up . Buckle up . , All right . Now what ? All right . Now what ? , Now you put the key in the ignition and start the car . Now you put the key in the ignition and start the car . , Which direction should I take ? Which direction should I take ? , Make a left on this next street . Make a left on this next street . , Tell me how far to go . Tell me how far to go . , Keep going until I tell you to stop . Keep going until I tell you to stop . ," Okay , but let me know ahead of time . " " Okay , but let me know ahead of time . "," That's all for today , so park right there . " " That's all for today , so park right there . ", That was great . Thanks for taking me driving . "Excuse me . May I have a bus map , please ? ", You mean one for the city ? You mean one for the city ? ," Yes , within New York . " " Yes , within New York . "," I'm afraid we don't have any . If I were you , I'd try one of the newspaper stands . " " I'm afraid we don't have any . If I were you , I'd try one of the newspaper stands . ", Thank you . "Good Morning , sir . What can I do for you ? "," Yes , I'd like to change Australian dollars for RIB . " " Yes , I'd like to change Australian dollars for RIB . ", How much do you want to change ? How much do you want to change ? , I am not sure . What's the rate today ? I am not sure . What's the rate today ? , It's 1 Australian dollar to 6.1 Yuan RIB . It's 1 Australian dollar to 6.1 Yuan RIB . , What was the rate yesterday ? What was the rate yesterday ? , The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6.5 Yuan yesterday . The rate was 1 Australia dollar to 6.5 Yuan yesterday . ," Oh , the rate goes down . " " Oh , the rate goes down . "," It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ? " " It does , sir . Do you still want to have it changed now ? ", Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ? Let me think ... Will the rate still go down tomorrow ? ," I don't know , sir . But it won't change much . " " I don't know , sir . But it won't change much . "," Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB . " " Well , I want to change 1000 Australian dollars for RIB . ", Okay . Please sign here in this form . Okay . Please sign here in this form . , OK . OK . ," Here is the 6,100 RIB . " " Here is the 6,100 RIB . ", Thank you very much . "Hi , I'm George . I'll be your waiter this evening . Are you ready to order or do you need a few more minutes ? ", I'm ready now . I'd like the roast chicken and a side order of corn . I'm ready now . I'd like the roast chicken and a side order of corn . , And would you like an appetizer before your meal ? The soup of the day is our delicious tomato soup . And would you like an appetizer before your meal ? The soup of the day is our delicious tomato soup . ," I'll pass on the soup , but I'd like a garden salad . " " I'll pass on the soup , but I'd like a garden salad . ", Can I get you anything to drink ? : Can I get you anything to drink ? : ," Yes , I'd like a glass of iced tea . " " Yes , I'd like a glass of iced tea . ", Okay . I'll be back in a minute with your drink and salad . Okay . I'll be back in a minute with your drink and salad . , Thank you . Did you like the party ? , Not particularly . I was rather disappointed . Not particularly . I was rather disappointed . , Why ? What had you expected ? Why ? What had you expected ? , I ’ d expected it to be much more exciting . Rachel has decided to quit smoking . , Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? , You never guess she is going to have a baby . You never guess she is going to have a baby . ," Oh , it's unbelievable . She is such a chain smoker . " " Oh , it's unbelievable . She is such a chain smoker . "," Yes , yes . She said she is going to stop drinking coffee too and quit all the unhealthy habits just for the baby . " " Yes , yes . She said she is going to stop drinking coffee too and quit all the unhealthy habits just for the baby . "," Oh , she is going to be a great mother . " Do you think we can get to the airport by 8 ," We should make it , if there isn't too much traffic . " " We should make it , if there isn't too much traffic . ", Is it the rush hour now ? Is it the rush hour now ? ," Yes , but don't worry . We'll make it . " "Wow , you ’ re up early today ! What ’ s for breakfast ? "," Well , I felt like baking , so I made some muffins . " " Well , I felt like baking , so I made some muffins . ", Smells good ! I ’ ll make some coffee . Do you want me to make you some eggs ? Smells good ! I ’ ll make some coffee . Do you want me to make you some eggs ? ," Sure , I'll take mine , sunny side up . " " Sure , I'll take mine , sunny side up . "," Www , I don ’ t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ’ Ve had eggs and soldiers . " " Www , I don ’ t know how you can eat your eggs like that ! Ever since I was small , I ’ Ve had eggs and soldiers . "," You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy ! " " You know , my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years . It drove my mom crazy ! "," You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ? " " You know what really drives me crazy ? When I ask for soft boiled eggs , and they overcook them , so they come out hard boiled ! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg ? ", You ’ re so picky sometimes . You ’ re so picky sometimes . ," Here you go , honey , fried eggs . " " Here you go , honey , fried eggs . ", I said sunny side up ! How many times do I have to tell you . "Hello Mei , How about going for a meal this evening ? ", Good idea ! I finish work at five . Why don ’ t we meet at six ? Good idea ! I finish work at five . Why don ’ t we meet at six ? , Ok that sounds good . Where shall I meet you ? Ok that sounds good . Where shall I meet you ? , Let ’ s meet in front of the train station . Let ’ s meet in front of the train station . ," Ok great , I ’ ll see you at six . " " Ok great , I ’ ll see you at six . "," Ok , see you tonight ! Don ’ t be late ! " Let's go in . , After you . "Good morning , everyone . We will get to destination in only one hour . "," Oh , yes . " " Oh , yes . ", I hope that you had good journey . I hope that you had good journey . , Yes . Thank you . Yes . Thank you . , Make sure that your customs forms are with you . Make sure that your customs forms are with you . , And ? And ? ," Before disembarkation , please get ready . " " Before disembarkation , please get ready . ", All right . All right . ," By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship . " " By the way , don't forget your luggage on the ship . ", Thank you for your reminding . Thank you for your reminding . , You will see the beautiful city . You will see the beautiful city . , I can't wait to see it . "Could I have a word with you , Madam ? "," Is that you , Janice ? Just speaking . " " Is that you , Janice ? Just speaking . ", I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow . I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow . , So sorry to hear that . What's wrong with you ? So sorry to hear that . What's wrong with you ? , I feel sick and coughed a lot at night . I feel sick and coughed a lot at night . , Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor . Is that serious ? You ought to see a doctor . ," Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days . " " Yes , I did this in the morning . And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days . ", That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ? That's good . Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow ? , I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not . I hope so . And I will definitely tell you if I can not . ," Well , take care of yourself . And hope you will be better as soon as possible . " The road ahead is blocked . There might have been an accident . , Are there many accidents in the city every day ? Are there many accidents in the city every day ? ," Not really , but they are on the rise . " " Not really , but they are on the rise . "," Please drive slowly , we've got lots of time . Safety first . " Vancouver is the third largest city in Canada . , Would you please tell me what places are worth visiting ? Would you please tell me what places are worth visiting ? ," There are many famous places such as Robson Street , Stanley Park , Gaston , Lion Gate Bridge , The Vancouver Art Gallery , and The Canadian Crafts Museum . " "So , Lauren , I just wanted to talk to you quickly about our new customer support representative , Jason Huntley . "," Sure , what ’ s up ? " " Sure , what ’ s up ? "," Basically , I ’ Ve got a few concerns about him , and the bottom line is , I don ’ t think he ’ s a good fit for our company . " " Basically , I ’ Ve got a few concerns about him , and the bottom line is , I don ’ t think he ’ s a good fit for our company . ", Okay ... what makes you say that ? I thought you were pleased with his overall performance . Didn ’ t you just tell me last week how impressed you were with his attitude ? Okay ... what makes you say that ? I thought you were pleased with his overall performance . Didn ’ t you just tell me last week how impressed you were with his attitude ? ," Yeah , his attitude is great , but he ’ s really unreliable.Sometimes he ’ s really productive , but then other times ... take last Tuesday for instance , he was forty-five minutes late for our morning meeting ! " " Yeah , his attitude is great , but he ’ s really unreliable.Sometimes he ’ s really productive , but then other times ... take last Tuesday for instance , he was forty-five minutes late for our morning meeting ! "," Well , I ’ m sure he had a perfectly good reason ... " " Well , I ’ m sure he had a perfectly good reason ... "," But that ’ s not the only thing ... you know , he really doesn ’ t have the best work ethic , I ’ m constantly catching him on MSN and Facebook when he should be talking to clients . " " But that ’ s not the only thing ... you know , he really doesn ’ t have the best work ethic , I ’ m constantly catching him on MSN and Facebook when he should be talking to clients . "," Yeah , but come on , Geoff , as if you don ’ t check Facebook at work . Look , you hired this guy , we ’ Ve invested a lot of time and money in his training , so now it ’ s up to you to coach him . Make it work , Geoff ! " " Yeah , but come on , Geoff , as if you don ’ t check Facebook at work . Look , you hired this guy , we ’ Ve invested a lot of time and money in his training , so now it ’ s up to you to coach him . Make it work , Geoff ! "," Make it work , Geoff . You would say that , wouldn ’ t you , he is your cousin.what a jerk , make me hire your stupid , useless , cousin . " What's this city famous for ? , Tea and silk . Tea and silk . , Where can we have the famous tea ? Where can we have the famous tea ? , Preferably at the big department stores . Preferably at the big department stores . , Thank you . It's all over . I'm bankrupt . , Don't worry . Everything will be fine . "why are you so upset today , Maria ? Cheer up ! "," oh , Iris , it ’ s about the job with the PR company . " " oh , Iris , it ’ s about the job with the PR company . ", it ’ s a great opportunity . You should be happy with the offer . it ’ s a great opportunity . You should be happy with the offer . , but my mother won ’ t allow me to accept any part-time job . I ’ m afraid she will say no again . but my mother won ’ t allow me to accept any part-time job . I ’ m afraid she will say no again . , why ? It ’ s unfair . You can learn a lot from it . why ? It ’ s unfair . You can learn a lot from it . , she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ’ t be able to focus on my studys . she says a part-time job is cursed blessing . It takes so much time and energy that I won ’ t be able to focus on my studys . , that may be true . But I ’ m sure you ’ re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ? that may be true . But I ’ m sure you ’ re able to find a balance between them . Why not try it ? ," I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ’ m a senior now , I don ’ t want to miss the chance this time . " " I turned down quite a few offers before for her sake . But I ’ m a senior now , I don ’ t want to miss the chance this time . ", I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind . I agree with you but I think you really need to talk to your mother and tell her what's on your mind . ," I ’ ll try , but what if she insists ? " " I ’ ll try , but what if she insists ? "," just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job . " " just let her know that the experience will be both amazing and rewarding . And more importantly , you can manage both your study and the job . ", do you think it will work ? do you think it will work ? , sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try . sure . Every cloud has its silver lining . Just try . ," ok , I ’ ll do that . Thank you , Iris . " " ok , I ’ ll do that . Thank you , Iris . "," sure . Good luck , Maria ! " Can you offer me something a little cheaper ? ," Well , let me see . What price range do you have in mind ? " " Well , let me see . What price range do you have in mind ? ", I want to stay under $ 20 . I want to stay under $ 20 . , How about this one ? This is just $ 20 . It's worth every penny of it . What do you make of the case ? ," If you ask me , I don ’ t think it ’ s guilty . " " If you ask me , I don ’ t think it ’ s guilty . ", What do you mean by saying so ? What do you mean by saying so ? , I mean it ’ s not his fault . I mean it ’ s not his fault . ," Oh , yeah ? " " Oh , yeah ? ", Yes . Don ’ t you think he should be pitied rather than accused ? We hope that there will be no repetition of this kind of trouble in the future . , Yes . I promise it will not happen again . Yes . I promise it will not happen again . , We look forward to your settlement at an early date . We look forward to your settlement at an early date . , We will inform you as soon as possible . "Mr . Wilson , here's a present for you . "," Oh , you are so nice . What a lovely scarf . " " Oh , you are so nice . What a lovely scarf . ", I hope you will like it . I hope you will like it . ," Of course , I like it very much . Thank you . " What's for dinner tonight ? , It's whatever you're planning on cooking . It's whatever you're planning on cooking . , You're not going to cook ? You're not going to cook ? ," No , I always cook . " " No , I always cook . "," Yeah , and I love your cooking . " " Yeah , and I love your cooking . "," Don't give me that . If you're hungry , then cook dinner . " " Don't give me that . If you're hungry , then cook dinner . ", You're being serious ? You're being serious ? ," Look , I'm really tired tonight . I don't feel like cooking dinner . " " Look , I'm really tired tonight . I don't feel like cooking dinner . "," Okay , I'll make dinner tonight . " " Okay , I'll make dinner tonight . ", Thank you . I'm going to bed . Thank you . I'm going to bed . , Do you want me to wake you up when dinner is ready ? Do you want me to wake you up when dinner is ready ? ," Yes , please . " You keep bowling spares but no strike . ," I don't know why , but I think there's something wrong with my hands . I couldn't seem to be able to control it on the first ball . " " I don't know why , but I think there's something wrong with my hands . I couldn't seem to be able to control it on the first ball . "," I don't think it was the problem with your hands , you did several excellent spares . You have no problem with your hands . " " I don't think it was the problem with your hands , you did several excellent spares . You have no problem with your hands . ", Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball ? Then why couldn't I get strike on the first ball ? ," The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares . " " The problem is you are too nervous . You want to have a strike so much , so you deliver the ball too hard . And when it comes to the I second roll , there's no pressure . That's why you could bowl all those spares . ", Really ? I will try again . There is a new coffee shop opening up down the street . , I hope that they have a good menu . Most coffee shops only have coffee and Danish . I hope that they have a good menu . Most coffee shops only have coffee and Danish . ," That's right . You don't drink coffee , do you ? " " That's right . You don't drink coffee , do you ? "," No , so it's usually boring to join my friends in the afternoon at a regular coffee shop . " " No , so it's usually boring to join my friends in the afternoon at a regular coffee shop . ", What kind of things would you like to see on the menu ? What kind of things would you like to see on the menu ? , Maybe a fruit salad and a few different hot sandwiches at least . Maybe a fruit salad and a few different hot sandwiches at least . ," That shouldn't be too difficult . Since this is a small neighborhood , maybe they will take this suggestion . " " That shouldn't be too difficult . Since this is a small neighborhood , maybe they will take this suggestion . ", Let's try it ! "Hey , let ’ s go to the night market after work tonight . ", That ’ s a good idea . I haven ’ t been in a while and I need to get a new backpack . The old one is hanging on by a thread ! That ’ s a good idea . I haven ’ t been in a while and I need to get a new backpack . The old one is hanging on by a thread ! , That reminds me I should buy some new socks to go hiking this weekend . Did you hear about that accident on the 5 ? There was a sixty-two-car pile up . , No kidding ! When did that happen ? No kidding ! When did that happen ? , Early this morning . Early this morning . ," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . ", Yeah . And a semi jack-knifed trying to miss a stalled car in the fast lane . You can imagine what happened after that . Yeah . And a semi jack-knifed trying to miss a stalled car in the fast lane . You can imagine what happened after that . , Sixty two cars . Oath . Do they know how many casualties yet ? Sixty two cars . Oath . Do they know how many casualties yet ? , The count is up to seven right now and several are in critical condition . The count is up to seven right now and several are in critical condition . , That's amazingly low for such a huge accident ! "We have settled the question of price , quality and quantity . Now I am calling to talk about the terms of payment . What are your terms of payment ? "," Well . We only accept the payment to be made by confirmed and irrevocable L \ C , payable against shipping documents . " " Well . We only accept the payment to be made by confirmed and irrevocable L \ C , payable against shipping documents . "," I see . Payment by LC is the safest method , but could you make an exception and accept DA or DP ? " " I see . Payment by LC is the safest method , but could you make an exception and accept DA or DP ? "," I'm afraid not . That is our usual practice , because we are sure we will get the right amount of money that way . " " I'm afraid not . That is our usual practice , because we are sure we will get the right amount of money that way . ", What about the cost of delivery ? What about the cost of delivery ? , We would like to do it in accordance with an F . O . B . When should I make my presence known ? , Wait for my instructions and then proceed accordingly . What department did you study in ? , I was in the Law School in Harvard University . I was in the Law School in Harvard University . , Why do you choose the Law School ? Why do you choose the Law School ? , I want to be a lawyer in the future and the Law School was one of the best schools in Harvard . May I borrow your typewriter ? , How long would you like to keep it ? How long would you like to keep it ? , Until the end of the week . Until the end of the week . ," Yes , that'd be all right . " "Hello , Mr Mayhew . How are you today ? "," I'm just fine , thanks , Jane . I'd like to make a withdrawal from my Current Account , please . " " I'm just fine , thanks , Jane . I'd like to make a withdrawal from my Current Account , please . "," Would you like a balance inquiry first , Mr Mayhew ? " " Would you like a balance inquiry first , Mr Mayhew ? "," That might be a good idea , yes . " " That might be a good idea , yes . "," Your balance is 21,290 RIB . How much would you like to take out today ? " " Your balance is 21,290 RIB . How much would you like to take out today ? "," I think 2,000 RIB will suffice , thanks . " " I think 2,000 RIB will suffice , thanks . "," Actually , I have a suggestion for you . We've started a new service called Entrusting Deposit Combination - Have you heard about this ? " " Actually , I have a suggestion for you . We've started a new service called Entrusting Deposit Combination - Have you heard about this ? "," No , I don't think I have . But I would like to hear the full details , if you think it'll be beneficial to me . " Let's see if we forget anything . ," Oh , we need an umbrella . The weather is so changeable in that area . " " Oh , we need an umbrella . The weather is so changeable in that area . "," Yes , let's go . Lock the door , please . " " Yes , let's go . Lock the door , please . ", All right . "Hey , Michael . Remember me ? I'm Becky . We used to work at Lemans together . "," Oh , sure . How are you ? Long time no see . How are things at Lemans ? " " Oh , sure . How are you ? Long time no see . How are things at Lemans ? ", It's about the same . I've been thinking of making a change myself . Do you mind if I ask you a few things about your job at the university ? It's about the same . I've been thinking of making a change myself . Do you mind if I ask you a few things about your job at the university ? ," No , not at all . Go ahead . " " No , not at all . Go ahead . "," Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ? " " Well , I was wondering what the salaries are like ? I mean ... are they much lower than the corporate world ? "," Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation . " " Well , I can't speak for all universities , but my salary is a definitely lower than at Lemans . I just don't think the salaries are comparable when you leave a major corporation . "," Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true . " " Yeah , that's what I thought . But , I've heard that the perks are better . I was wondering if that was really true . ", I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that . I'd have to say yes and no on that . I don't get a big end-of-the-year bonus like I did at Lemans but I get to take classes for free if I want to . I've always wanted to get a graduate degree so I'm taking classes now to do that . ," Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move . " " Oh , that's great . It sounds like you're really happy with your move . "," Yeah , I guess I am . Working at a university is really suits me . " What part did you get in the play this time ? , I got a character part — some old lady who shows up in a few scenes . I got a character part — some old lady who shows up in a few scenes . , I wish I had a character part . Those are my favorite . I wish I had a character part . Those are my favorite . , Are you kidding ? You got the leading role . Are you kidding ? You got the leading role . ," I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A . " " I know , but I've done that so Ay times . It's getting old . The leading guy is always the same macho A . ", I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A . I would trade you if I could but I don't think I'd be a very convincing macho A . , Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script . Next time . You are going to love your part . I've seen the script . , I do a good old lady . I wouldn't mind being the damsel in distress once in a while . Hey Jack . Are you excited about starting work ? , Yeah . I'm really looking forward to it . Yeah . I'm really looking forward to it . ," What was more exciting , starting college or starting work ? " " What was more exciting , starting college or starting work ? "," They're pretty similar , but in different ways . I really can't decide . How about you ? " " They're pretty similar , but in different ways . I really can't decide . How about you ? "," For me , I think starting school was more exciting . " " For me , I think starting school was more exciting . ", Does that mean work isn't that great ? Does that mean work isn't that great ? ," It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it . " " It's different for everyone , but because I knew school was going to be so much fun , I really got excited about it . ", But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun . But work is a huge portion of our lives . I'm looking forward to making it fun . , That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce . That's a great attitude to have . I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce . , I hope you're right . "Morning , Zina . Just wanted to say thanks again ! "," Hi , Vince . Thanks for stopping by . How's the work coming along for the online auction ? " " Hi , Vince . Thanks for stopping by . How's the work coming along for the online auction ? "," Oh , yeah . I'm glad you mentioned that . I think we need to hire somebody new to manage it . " " Oh , yeah . I'm glad you mentioned that . I think we need to hire somebody new to manage it . ", Can't Elvin handle it ? Can't Elvin handle it ? , I think he's got too much on his plate . "Welcome to our Colonial Tramcar Restaurant , ma'am . Where would you like to sit ? ", I'd like to sit in the rear . I'd like to sit in the rear . ," All right . Come with me , please . Here is your seat , ma'am . Would you like to order now ? " " All right . Come with me , please . Here is your seat , ma'am . Would you like to order now ? ", Yes Yes , What would you like for a drink ? What would you like for a drink ? ," Wine , please . " " Wine , please . ", What kind ? What kind ? , Something real Australian . Something real Australian . , Would Chablis be all right ? Would Chablis be all right ? , Yes . That would be fine . Yes . That would be fine . , What would you have for a la cane ? What would you have for a la cane ? , I'll have Chicken and Ginger Burger with Chilli Dressing . Did you go to the movie yesterday ? ," Yes , I did . " " Yes , I did . ", What did you think of it ? What did you think of it ? , I don't think much of the film . I don't think much of the film . , I think it is the worst one I have ever seen . I think it is the worst one I have ever seen . ," Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad . " " Oh , I'm not sure I agree with you . It was not a good one , but it was not the worst one . Actually , it wasn't too bad . ", I can't think the same . I can't think the same . ," What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children . " " What's more , some scenes were good , much fit for the children . ", I couldn't agree with you . "Well , sir . We are asking all our guests to wear a jacket and a tie in our restaurant . ", Is that so ? I didn't know it . can I possibly borrow a jacket and a tie ? Is that so ? I didn't know it . can I possibly borrow a jacket and a tie ? , I am sorry ; you can't borrow a jacket and a tie . I am sorry ; you can't borrow a jacket and a tie . ," Then we'll return to the hotel and come back , will you change the appointment ? " " Then we'll return to the hotel and come back , will you change the appointment ? "," Certainly , what time will you come back ? " " Certainly , what time will you come back ? "," At 7 , please . " " At 7 , please . ", How many in your party ? How many in your party ? , A party of 13 . A party of 13 . ," Alright , we are waiting for you at 7 . " "Well , we've settled the problems of price , quality and quantity . What mode of payment do you wish to employ ? "," Irrevocable letter of credit , of course . It's the normal terms of payment in international business . " " Irrevocable letter of credit , of course . It's the normal terms of payment in international business . "," Could you adopt D / A or D / P ? You see I have to pay a deposit when I open a letter of credit . That will tie up my funds and add to the cost of my imports , especially for such a huge order . " " Could you adopt D / A or D / P ? You see I have to pay a deposit when I open a letter of credit . That will tie up my funds and add to the cost of my imports , especially for such a huge order . ", You might consult your bank and see if you could reduce the required deposit to a minimum . You might consult your bank and see if you could reduce the required deposit to a minimum . ," Anyhow , there would be certain bank charges . We've done business for years and you should have some faith in our credit . It would help me greatly , if you could accept D / A or D / P . It makes no difference to you , but it does to me . " " Anyhow , there would be certain bank charges . We've done business for years and you should have some faith in our credit . It would help me greatly , if you could accept D / A or D / P . It makes no difference to you , but it does to me . "," Well . As you understand , the irrevocable L / C gives the exports additional protection of the banker ’ s guarantee . We always ask for L / C for our exports , and the other way around , we pay by L / C for our imports . We only accept L / C for regular orders . " "I need a taxi , please . ", We have various transportation services . Would you prefer a private vehicle ? We have various transportation services . Would you prefer a private vehicle ? ," No , thanks . A taxi is just fine . " " No , thanks . A taxi is just fine . ", May I suggest a limo ? It's nice to pamper yourself . May I suggest a limo ? It's nice to pamper yourself . ," I don't want anything except a taxi , thank you . " " I don't want anything except a taxi , thank you . ", I understand . And where will you be going ? I understand . And where will you be going ? , Rockefeller Center . Rockefeller Center . , And what time would you like to be picked up ? And what time would you like to be picked up ? , The sooner the better . The sooner the better . ," A taxi will be here shortly , sir . " " A taxi will be here shortly , sir . "," Great ! And remember , a taxi , not a limo . " " Great ! And remember , a taxi , not a limo . "," A taxi it is , sir . " We're leaving now . , Here's your bill . Here's your bill . , Right . And would you please forward our mail to this address ? Right . And would you please forward our mail to this address ? , Certainly . Certainly . , Thank you . Goodbye . Thank you . Goodbye . , Goodbye . Hope to see you again . "Have you got anything to declare , madam ? "," No , I haven't . " " No , I haven't . ", Have you got any wine or spirits ? Have you got any wine or spirits ? ," No , I don't drink . " " No , I don't drink . ", What about cigarettes or cigars ? What about cigarettes or cigars ? , I've got some cigars . I've got some cigars . ," How many , madam ? " " How many , madam ? ", Two small boxes . Does it look like a good fit ? , It's definitely your size . It's definitely your size . ," Yes , it is very nice . I'll take it . " " Yes , it is very nice . I'll take it . ", How do you prefer to pay ? How do you prefer to pay ? , Let me use my credit card . Let me use my credit card . ," Now , if you'll just sign here . " " Now , if you'll just sign here . ", No problem . No problem . , I hope you enjoy your purchase . Good-bye . What is your greatest strength ? ," I feel my greatest asset is perseverance , that is , the ability to stick to things to get them done . " " I feel my greatest asset is perseverance , that is , the ability to stick to things to get them done . ", Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? , I feel a sense of accomplishment when I finish a job and it turned out just as I'd planned . Are you ready to go shopping ? , Not yet . I'm not finished with my research yet . Not yet . I'm not finished with my research yet . , What research ? What research ? , Reading my fashion magazines ! How do you think I know so much about all the latest trends ? Reading my fashion magazines ! How do you think I know so much about all the latest trends ? , But they're just ads . But they're just ads . ," Duh ... That's the point . The people in the ads are wearing what's in . Plus , there are articles on new trends . " "You ran the stop sign . May I see your driver's licence , please ? "," Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't see the stop sign at the corner . I didn't mean it . " " Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't see the stop sign at the corner . I didn't mean it . "," That doesn't justify your violation . May I see your licence , please ? " " That doesn't justify your violation . May I see your licence , please ? "," Oh , sorry , I don't have it on me . Honestly , I forgot it at the house . But I have the insurance policy with me . Here it is . " " Oh , sorry , I don't have it on me . Honestly , I forgot it at the house . But I have the insurance policy with me . Here it is . "," Well , sir , your insurance looks good , but I still have to write you a ticket . " " Well , sir , your insurance looks good , but I still have to write you a ticket . "," I understand , officer . I guess it's just not my day today . I will accept the fine . " Hi . Are you new in this class ? ," Yes , I am . I really don't know anyone . " " Yes , I am . I really don't know anyone . ", My name is Steven . What's your name ? My name is Steven . What's your name ? , My name is Bill . How are your lessons going ? My name is Bill . How are your lessons going ? , Very well . And my favorite subject is Chinese . Very well . And my favorite subject is Chinese . ," I prefer to learn English . In my opinion , English is easier than Chinese . " " I prefer to learn English . In my opinion , English is easier than Chinese . ", I guess English has fewer characters . I guess English has fewer characters . , You are right . Hello there ! Come on in ! Don ’ t just stand there ! Come and take a seat ! ," Um , okay . Well , I just want a trim . Nothing too fancy . " " Um , okay . Well , I just want a trim . Nothing too fancy . "," Oh my gosh ! Your hair is amazing ! So silky , so shiny ! I am going to work my magic on your hair ! You hear me ? You are going to look like a million bucks ! " " Oh my gosh ! Your hair is amazing ! So silky , so shiny ! I am going to work my magic on your hair ! You hear me ? You are going to look like a million bucks ! ", Okay . Um ... can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top . Okay . Um ... can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top . ," Don ’ t you worry , I ’ ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ’ s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you ! " " Don ’ t you worry , I ’ ll take care of everything ! Oh my god ! I just love your curly hair ! It ’ s so fluffy and cute ! You should totally let it grow out . An afro would look great on you ! ", Um ... no . Um ... no . ," Okay , but you are going to be my masterpiece ! " Have you ever played Making ? ," Not really , but I know it is very popular a traditional Chinese gambling game . " " Not really , but I know it is very popular a traditional Chinese gambling game . "," Yes , some friends play it all day , all night , and sometimes a whole weekend . I tried to read about some basic rules online , but it is hard to understand . So I went to watch people play yesterday only to find I was even more confused . I think I have to work hard on those rules and more learning by doing . Practice makes the master . " " Yes , some friends play it all day , all night , and sometimes a whole weekend . I tried to read about some basic rules online , but it is hard to understand . So I went to watch people play yesterday only to find I was even more confused . I think I have to work hard on those rules and more learning by doing . Practice makes the master . "," Typical Francis , whether you are at work , or engaged in leisure time activities , you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself . " " Typical Francis , whether you are at work , or engaged in leisure time activities , you always show the same eagerness and curiosity to learn something new and improve yourself . ", It is important to keep your mind up-to-date and active . Hello ! I need to make a copy of something at once . ," There's a copy machine on the first floor in our computer lab , sir . " " There's a copy machine on the first floor in our computer lab , sir . ", Fantastic ! Is there a charge ? Fantastic ! Is there a charge ? ," It's ten cents a copy , sir . " " It's ten cents a copy , sir . "," Well , I'm only making one copy , so I guess I can afford it . " " Well , I'm only making one copy , so I guess I can afford it . "," A dime is still a bargain , sir . " "Cindy , can you show me how to call Connecticut ? ", Who do you know there ? Who do you know there ? ," A good friend of mine is there on a homestay program , too . " " A good friend of mine is there on a homestay program , too . ", I see . I see . , Is it expensive to make out-of-state calls ? Is it expensive to make out-of-state calls ? ," Yeah , but it isn't more expensive than international calls . " " Yeah , but it isn't more expensive than international calls . ", What do I do here ? What do I do here ? , Easy . Dial the area code for Connecticut ; then dial your friend's number . Easy . Dial the area code for Connecticut ; then dial your friend's number . , That's it ? That's it ? , Check the local time before you call . You don't want to wake your friend up by accident . How many people does your company employ ? ," We have over sixty employees . We have about forty factory workers and technical people and the rest are admin and sales staff . We started off with only ten people , so our workforce has grown a lot . " " We have over sixty employees . We have about forty factory workers and technical people and the rest are admin and sales staff . We started off with only ten people , so our workforce has grown a lot . ", What's your annual turnover ? What's your annual turnover ? , It was just over two million euros last year . It's raining . ," Oh , no ! Not again . " How nice it is here , You can say that again . The sunny shining and there ’ s pleasant raise . it ’ s so lovely You can say that again . The sunny shining and there ’ s pleasant raise . it ’ s so lovely ," I ’ Ve heard the whether here is ideal , just like spring most of the year " " I ’ Ve heard the whether here is ideal , just like spring most of the year ", That ’ s correct . we have four seasons of spring "so , your friend ’ s getting married on Saturday . What have you bought her as a wedding gift . I find is so hard to choose the right gift . ", my friend and her fiance had a really good idea . They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook . The picture are of things they want . People sign their name b my friend and her fiance had a really good idea . They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook . The picture are of things they want . People sign their name b , that ’ s clever ! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there ’ s no chance of two people buying the same gift . What things were in the notebook ? that ’ s clever ! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there ’ s no chance of two people buying the same gift . What things were in the notebook ? ," most of the things were household appliance . You know , everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker . I think it ’ s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help " " most of the things were household appliance . You know , everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker . I think it ’ s an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help "," so , what did you get them ? " " so , what did you get them ? "," I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems . " " I bought a sewing machine . I know that my friend likes making her own clothes , but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems . ", what ’ s wrong with is ? what ’ s wrong with is ? ," she says that after several years of use , it ’ s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise . " " she says that after several years of use , it ’ s not working properly . When she uses it , it makes a funny noise . ", household appliance don ’ t seem to last for a long time nowadays . household appliance don ’ t seem to last for a long time nowadays . ," I think it ’ s because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models . Because they know that we will buy the new models , the appliances don ’ t need to last more than five or ten year " I've booked an air ticket to Venice . , How long will you be there ? How long will you be there ? , I'd like to stay there for a week . I'd like to stay there for a week . , So you'll have a tour of the famous city . So you'll have a tour of the famous city . , Certainly . I ’ d better be going . , So soon . Why don ’ t you stay a little longer ? So soon . Why don ’ t you stay a little longer ? ," I wish I could , but It ’ s already late . " " I wish I could , but It ’ s already late . ", Oh . It ’ s pity you have to leave . Oh . It ’ s pity you have to leave . , thank you for wonderful meat . thank you for wonderful meat . , I'm glad you enjoy it . Are there any hobbies you do ? ," When I have time , I sometimes draw and paint . " " When I have time , I sometimes draw and paint . "," Oh , you actually do that ? " " Oh , you actually do that ? "," Every so often , I do . " " Every so often , I do . ", Did you always know how to draw and paint ? Did you always know how to draw and paint ? , I was taught in high school how to draw and paint . I was taught in high school how to draw and paint . , You had an art class ? You had an art class ? ," Exactly , it was my favorite class . " " Exactly , it was my favorite class . "," Well , it's good that you're so talented . " " Well , it's good that you're so talented . ", I appreciate that . I appreciate that . ," Talent is a great thing , I wish I had one . " " Talent is a great thing , I wish I had one . ", Everyone has a talent . They just need to find it . "Excuse me , which one is of the highest quality here ? ", This one . It is of the best quality and excellently tailored as well . You may try it on . This one . It is of the best quality and excellently tailored as well . You may try it on . , That is nice . But I don't quite like the collar . That is nice . But I don't quite like the collar . , The collar ? It is just the collar that is popular with young people in Shanghai . The collar ? It is just the collar that is popular with young people in Shanghai . , I don't care what others wear . How much is it ? I don't care what others wear . How much is it ? , 250 Yuan . 250 Yuan . , Really ? Too expensive . I don't think I can afford it . Really ? Too expensive . I don't think I can afford it . , But it is really worthwhile . But it is really worthwhile . ," OK , anyway , let me have it . " " OK , anyway , let me have it . ", Here you are . "My dear , it's five flights up ! "," That's all right.We ' ll get used to it.Besides , it is quiet up there.We ' re little further away from the street and traffic noise and there's no one living over us . " " That's all right.We ' ll get used to it.Besides , it is quiet up there.We ' re little further away from the street and traffic noise and there's no one living over us . ", Is the place well-furnished ? Is the place well-furnished ? ," Yes , it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play . " " Yes , it's pretty bright in there and big enough for our children to play . ", What about the kitchen ? What about the kitchen ? ," The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires . " " The stove and refrigerator are in good working order , and I don't see any loose electric wiring that could cause fires . ", Are the plumbing all right ? Are the plumbing all right ? ," The plumbing seems OK , too.The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak . " " The plumbing seems OK , too.The toilet flushes and the shower has hot and cold water , and the sinks don't seem to leak . ", The place is OK.Let ' s go there and have a look at it again . Are you going anywhere for your vacation ? ," Yes , we're making plans for a tour . " " Yes , we're making plans for a tour . ", That'll be lovely . Where are you going ? That'll be lovely . Where are you going ? ," Well start out from Long Island this Friday . We've planned a four day drive to Salt Lake City , where we'll join my brother and his family on his fortieth birthday . " " Well start out from Long Island this Friday . We've planned a four day drive to Salt Lake City , where we'll join my brother and his family on his fortieth birthday . "," Well , you've got to prepare a lot of food and enough sleeping bags then . " " Well , you've got to prepare a lot of food and enough sleeping bags then . "," Oh , we'll spend the nights in hotels and enjoy local food as we pass by . How does it sound , David ? " " Oh , we'll spend the nights in hotels and enjoy local food as we pass by . How does it sound , David ? "," It sounds good . You can do a lot of sightseeing , too . " " It sounds good . You can do a lot of sightseeing , too . "," Yes , we'll take our time . And we'll go to Five-lake Strict and the Wall Street . " " Yes , we'll take our time . And we'll go to Five-lake Strict and the Wall Street . "," So , you're going to have a really nice vacation . " " So , you're going to have a really nice vacation . ", You can say that again . Can you tell that I ’ m excited ? , What are you excited about ? What are you excited about ? , I voted today . I voted today . , Was this your first time ? Was this your first time ? , I just turned 18 a month ago . I just turned 18 a month ago . , You ’ re lucky . You ’ re lucky . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , Because you turned 18 in an election year . Because you turned 18 in an election year . , I didn ’ t even think of that . I didn ’ t even think of that . , You didn ’ t ? You didn ’ t ? ," I really didn ’ t , but I ’ m still excited . " " I really didn ’ t , but I ’ m still excited . "," You should be , because you ’ re a part of history . " "What are you doing , awake ? ", I can't sleep ... I can't sleep ... , But it's almost midnight ! But it's almost midnight ! ," Exactly . I'm too excited for Christmas morning . Also , I thought I heard Santa . " " Exactly . I'm too excited for Christmas morning . Also , I thought I heard Santa . ", Really ? How do you know it was Santa ? Really ? How do you know it was Santa ? ," Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs ! " " Well , I heard that naughty boys and girls get coal in their stockings , so I thought I'd be nice and make Santa cookies . I even left out some milk . I heard someone in the kitchen eating the cookies , so I came downstairs ! "," Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him ! " " Hmm ... well I know that Santa won't come down the chimney with you hiding behind the tree , spying on him ! ", Really ? Really ? ," Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already ! " " Really ! Let's go back upstairs and get back to bed . That way , we can let Santa do his job . Then when you wake up , it will be Christmas already ! ", O-K ... O-K ... ," Hey , honey ! Is that you ? Don't eat all the cookies — I want some , too ! " "Dora , are you interested in going to the museum with me tomorrow ? I read the newspaper this morning . I know there is an art exhibition in Taipei Modern Art Museum . ", Sure . I am free tomorrow . It sounds interesting to me . Can we buy the ticket online ? Sure . I am free tomorrow . It sounds interesting to me . Can we buy the ticket online ? ," I don't think so . I think we had better go there earlier , or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting . " " I don't think so . I think we had better go there earlier , or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting . ", I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum . I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum . , Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be . Look at the ticket booth in the center . There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be . , Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry . Yeah . We are lucky . Let's go buy the tickets first . We can have breakfast later . I am so hungry . , Good idea . Good idea . , ( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ? ( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to ? , I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map I have no idea . Let me take a closer look at my museum map ," Sure , take your time . We have a whole day . " " Sure , take your time . We have a whole day . ", It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece . It's on the 2nd floor . We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece . , Look at the museum guide.It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area . Let's rent an audio guide . "Tell me what ’ s the matter with you , Bill . "," I cannot , Mum . Nobody can help me ! " " I cannot , Mum . Nobody can help me ! ", Come on . Let ’ s talk heart to heart . I think we can find a solution . "I have lots of work to do . What ’ s more , my grandma is ill . "," I am sorry to hear that , but face the music . " Are you cold ? ," Yes , a little . " " Yes , a little . ", I wonder if we can change the temperature . I wonder if we can change the temperature . , I tried before . There are no buttons on the air conditioning . I tried before . There are no buttons on the air conditioning . , There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ? There must be buttons . How do they turn it on and off ? , I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk . I think it is centrally controlled . They control it at the main desk . ," Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep . " " Well , they have it too cold in here . I want to be warmer . I won't be able to sleep . ", I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them . I'm going downstairs for more drinking water . I will ask them . , What did they say about the air conditioning ? What did they say about the air conditioning ? , They said it is centrally controlled.All the rooms are the same . They can't change it . They said it is centrally controlled.All the rooms are the same . They can't change it . , That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ? That's stupid . How can I sleep in this ? , You can wear more clothes . Who's your favorite singer ? , Coco Lee . "My god , it's such a lovely lake ! The lake has a water surface of 56 square kilometers . ", No wonder it looks so huge . No wonder it looks so huge . ," We are now walking on what is in fact an island . Here we get one of the 10 sceneries of the West Lake , Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake . " " We are now walking on what is in fact an island . Here we get one of the 10 sceneries of the West Lake , Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake . ", Why is it called Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake ? Why is it called Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake ? ," It's so named because in the pavilion over there the great poet Bai Buyi of the Tang Dynasty would take a rest after drinking a little too much , and watch the moon over the lake . " " It's so named because in the pavilion over there the great poet Bai Buyi of the Tang Dynasty would take a rest after drinking a little too much , and watch the moon over the lake . ", Very romantic . Very romantic . , Now let's board the boat and have a ride on the lake . Now let's board the boat and have a ride on the lake . , Sure ( They get on the boat ) . Sure ( They get on the boat ) . ," Wang , what's that building over there ? It looks like some sort of a huge pavilion . " " Wang , what's that building over there ? It looks like some sort of a huge pavilion . "," You are right . That's the Heart of Lake Pavilion , situated on an islet.It was built in 1552 and is the largest pavilion on the West Lake . Oh , here we are at the Little Yingzhou island . Let's get off the boat . Please watch your steps . " Which aisle has the produce ? , Aisle A is where you'll find all the produce . Aisle A is where you'll find all the produce . , Are cherries on sale today ? Are cherries on sale today ? ," I don't know , but I'm sure the produce person can tell you . " I'm so glad we decided to go on a cruise for our vacation . , Are you even glad that we get to buy new clothes too ? Are you even glad that we get to buy new clothes too ? ," Ah , that's all part of the fun . What do you think of these shorts ? " " Ah , that's all part of the fun . What do you think of these shorts ? ", They look really good on you . They look comfortable too . They look really good on you . They look comfortable too . , They are . I think I'm going to get a hat too . They are . I think I'm going to get a hat too . , Okay . I chose this swimming suit . Do you like it ? Okay . I chose this swimming suit . Do you like it ? , Wow . You look great . Wow . You look great . ," Great and white ! Which reminds me , let's pick up some heavy duty sunscreen ! " Do you know which stop we get off at ? ," We still have more to go , I think . " " We still have more to go , I think . ", We've been on this bus for a while now . We've been on this bus for a while now . , You're right . You're right . , Should we have gotten off the bus already ? Should we have gotten off the bus already ? , I don't think so . I don't think so . , I thought you knew . I thought you knew . , Maybe we did miss our stop . Maybe we did miss our stop . , Really ? Really ? , I'm positive that we missed our stop . I'm positive that we missed our stop . , I'm never catching the bus with you again . I'm never catching the bus with you again . , My mistake . Shall we for go out for a meal this evening ? , I don ’ t really mind . I don ’ t really mind . , We can go to that new Chinese restaurant . We can go to that new Chinese restaurant . , I suppose I could . I suppose I could . ," Come on , let ’ s try it . " " Come on , let ’ s try it . ", All right . If you really want to . "Hi , Alice , what are you doing this sunday ? "," Nothing really , why , what ' s up ? " " Nothing really , why , what ' s up ? "," If you are free , maybe you would like to go to a small party and having for my birthday party . It will be fun , you will get to know lots of people . " " If you are free , maybe you would like to go to a small party and having for my birthday party . It will be fun , you will get to know lots of people . "," Sounds great , I'd very much like to accept your invitation , thanks , when ? " " Sounds great , I'd very much like to accept your invitation , thanks , when ? ", Around six pm . Around six pm . , Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating . Do you need help setting up or anything ? I don't mind . I like to do that kind of thing . It's fun and I have a good eye for decorating . ," No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer . " " No . thank you . I can handle it , but thanks for the offer . "," Ok , I will see you then . " " Ok , I will see you then . "," Great , have a good day , thanks again for the offer . " "I'm sorry to interrupt you . Please take care not to make a mess while you are selecting goods . If you don't want it , please replace it . "," Oh , I'm terribly sorry . but I couldn't find the yoghurt I saw here last time . " " Oh , I'm terribly sorry . but I couldn't find the yoghurt I saw here last time . ", What's the brand ? What's the brand ? , San Yuan . San Yuan . ," Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ? " " Oh , it's out of stock at the moment . Why don't you choose another brand instead ? ", I'm not used to other brands . I'm not used to other brands . , You can have a try . Maybe you will like it . You can have a try . Maybe you will like it . , OK . I hope so . "Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends . ", Really ? What can I do ? Really ? What can I do ? ," Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment . " " Well , the trim should fix the split ends , but you might need a deep conditioning treatment . "," Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help . " " Umm , OK . Whatever you think will help . ", I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face . I'm also going to add some layers to frame your face . ," Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick . " " Can you use the thinning shears on top , too ? My hair is really thick . ", No problem ! No problem ! ," Hi , I'm back ! Hmm ... your hair is pretty damaged , and you've got split ends . " Did you read the letter in the paper about smoking ? The person who wrote that must be crazy . , I don ’ t think so . I think the government should do everything it can to discourage people from smoking . I don ’ t think so . I think the government should do everything it can to discourage people from smoking . , Maybe so . But a law banning cigarettes will do no good . Maybe so . But a law banning cigarettes will do no good . ," No , you can ’ t suddenly make smoking illegal , but government could prohibit smoking in public places like movies and theatres . " Do you have cheongsams ? , Yes.We have in stock a variety of styles and they are in different colors.What do you think of this one ? Yes.We have in stock a variety of styles and they are in different colors.What do you think of this one ? , The styte is OK . Which country is this made in ? The styte is OK . Which country is this made in ? , It's made in China . The quality is excellent . It's made in China . The quality is excellent . , Please wrap it . "May I help you , sir ? ", I'd like to buy a shirt . I'd like to buy a shirt . , What color do you want ? What color do you want ? , I prefer the blue one . I prefer the blue one . , What size are you ? What size are you ? ," I'm not sure . Could you measure me , please ? " " I'm not sure . Could you measure me , please ? ", No problem . I think 40 will be fine for you . No problem . I think 40 will be fine for you . , Can I try it on ? Can I try it on ? ," Of course . The fitting room is this way , please . " "Good evening , sir . ", Good evening . I'll have a Scotch . Good evening . I'll have a Scotch . ," Yes , sir . Straight or on the rocks ? " " Yes , sir . Straight or on the rocks ? "," On the rocks , please . " Room service.May I help you ? ," Yes , the food you have just sent here is cool.Would you please heat them up ? " " Yes , the food you have just sent here is cool.Would you please heat them up ? ", I am sorry for that.We will send someone to your room right now . I am sorry for that.We will send someone to your room right now . ," That's fine . Quickly please , we are so hungry . " "Hi , Stephanie . I hear you have a new job . "," Yes , I'm teaching math at Lincoln High School . " " Yes , I'm teaching math at Lincoln High School . ", So how do you like it ? So how do you like it ? ," Well , the salary is a little low , but the students are nice . How are things with you ? " " Well , the salary is a little low , but the students are nice . How are things with you ? ", Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now . Not bad . You know I'm an air traffic controller now . , Now that's an exciting job ! ! ! Now that's an exciting job ! ! ! ," Yes , but it's very stressful . " "May I see your ticket and passport , PLS ? "," Sure , here they are . " " Sure , here they are . ", Any luggage ? Any luggage ? , Just this suitcase . Just this suitcase . , Your backpack is very big and today's flight is quite full . I am afraid that you will have to check your backpack too . Your backpack is very big and today's flight is quite full . I am afraid that you will have to check your backpack too . , No problem . What about this carry-on ? No problem . What about this carry-on ? , You can take that with you . You can take that with you . ," Can I have an aisle seat , PLS . " " Can I have an aisle seat , PLS . "," No problem . I'll give you an aisle seat in the center row . And here is your ticket , passport and boarding pass . Please board the plane at Gate 15 . " " No problem . I'll give you an aisle seat in the center row . And here is your ticket , passport and boarding pass . Please board the plane at Gate 15 . ", Thank you . And when is the latest time for me to board the plane ? Thank you . And when is the latest time for me to board the plane ? , 15mins before the plane takes off . The plane is scheduled to leave on time . 15mins before the plane takes off . The plane is scheduled to leave on time . , Thank you very much ! Thank you very much ! , You are welcome ! Have a nice flight . Hello . miss . I am wondering if there is a meal served on this flight . ," Well , it's a short distance flight , so we don't serve meals . But there are some drinks . " " Well , it's a short distance flight , so we don't serve meals . But there are some drinks . "," Well , I would like a glass of warm water . " He is so kind . I couldn ’ t believe he murdered his wife . , Of course not . I believe he ’ s innocent . Of course not . I believe he ’ s innocent . , I don ’ t understand . I don ’ t understand . , He nursed a viper in his bosom . His best friend Tony foamed him in . Tony first seduced his wife and then trapped him . Where were decorating and I ’ m going to ask some things . ," Well , I ’ ll be glad to help you out . We can deliver what you need to your office . " " Well , I ’ ll be glad to help you out . We can deliver what you need to your office . ", Shall we need at 1 fifteen this Thursday ? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit . Shall we need at 1 fifteen this Thursday ? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit . ," Fine , I ’ ll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday . " I am calling to tell you that you are hired by our company . ," I really appreciate your offer , but I have to decline it , because I have already taken another job which I prefer to work in . " " I really appreciate your offer , but I have to decline it , because I have already taken another job which I prefer to work in . "," You are welcome , Please call me if you change your mind . " " You are welcome , Please call me if you change your mind . ", I will . Thank you . How long is the warranty ? , We guarantee our product for two years . We guarantee our product for two years . , How about the repairs after the warranty expire ? Are you responsible for the fixing if the machine breaks down after the warranty period ? How about the repairs after the warranty expire ? Are you responsible for the fixing if the machine breaks down after the warranty period ? , Yes . All repairs are billed at cost . We'll only bill you for parts . The on-site service is $ 300 a year after the warranty . Yes . All repairs are billed at cost . We'll only bill you for parts . The on-site service is $ 300 a year after the warranty . , Will you supply spare parts if we want them ? Will you supply spare parts if we want them ? , Certainly . We always have the interest of the customers at heart . I can see by your resume here that you studied business administration . , That's right . That's right . , So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper . So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper . , I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school.And I always be very interested in journalism . I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school.And I always be very interested in journalism . ," But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration.You know a lot about administration.Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ? " " But journalism , it is a very different profession from administration.You know a lot about administration.Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers ? ", I study the administration.Yes.But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news . I study the administration.Yes.But I'm more attracted to writing articles . I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news . , A new reporter must expect to work many hours . A new reporter must expect to work many hours . , I know that starting reporters work many hours . I'm very willing to take on the challenge . How long does it take to get to downtown from here ? , It is 15 minutes ’ drive . It is 15 minutes ’ drive . , What companies do we have in our neighborhood ? What companies do we have in our neighborhood ? ," Mitsubishi , HP , IBM and many other famous corporations . " " Mitsubishi , HP , IBM and many other famous corporations . ", Does the 7th floor belong to our company too ? Does the 7th floor belong to our company too ? ," Yes , our company has two floors , the 6th and 7th floor in this building . " " Yes , our company has two floors , the 6th and 7th floor in this building . ", It ’ s such a large firm . Do we have our own staff restaurant ? It ’ s such a large firm . Do we have our own staff restaurant ? ," Yes , at the end of the hall . " "Tomorrow is my day off . I wonder if it's convenient to change our appointment from tomorrow to next Wednesday , still at the same time . ", I'm afraid I won't be free next week . I'm afraid I won't be free next week . ," It's a shame.Will this afternoon be all right ? But I can only spare you an hour and a half today , from four o'clock . " " It's a shame.Will this afternoon be all right ? But I can only spare you an hour and a half today , from four o'clock . ", That's OK . I'd like to send this to Chicago . , Air mail or surface mail ? Air mail or surface mail ? ," Air mail , please . " " Air mail , please . ", Please put it on the Scale there . Seventy five cents . Please put it on the Scale there . Seventy five cents . ," Make it special delivery , please . " " Make it special delivery , please . "," Oh , then it'll be one dollar twenty five cents . Thank you . " "Excuse me , can you suggest a good book for me to read ? "," Yes , they are all on the shelf . " " Yes , they are all on the shelf . ", Do you have an English-Chinese dictionary ? Do you have an English-Chinese dictionary ? , Yes . Here you are . I come to try my new suit . Here's the receipt . ," Yes , please wait a minute . I'll fetch it for you . Here it is . Please try it on and take a look at the mirror . How do you like it ? " " Yes , please wait a minute . I'll fetch it for you . Here it is . Please try it on and take a look at the mirror . How do you like it ? ", Aren't the trousers a little too long ? Aren't the trousers a little too long ? ," If you think so , we'll shorten the legs a bit . It'll take about twenty minutes . " " If you think so , we'll shorten the legs a bit . It'll take about twenty minutes . ", Very well . Thank you . Very well . Thank you . ," You're welcome , sir . " Excuse me . Could you tell me if the bus goes the national history museum ? , No . It doesn ’ t . There ’ s no through bus to the national history museum Madam .. No . It doesn ’ t . There ’ s no through bus to the national history museum Madam .. , I see . Where do I have to change them ? I see . Where do I have to change them ? , You can transfer at Cuchan Men . You can transfer at Cuchan Men . , How far is it ? How far is it ? ," Well , it ’ s only three stops from here . " " Well , it ’ s only three stops from here . ", I see . Thanks a lot . I see . Thanks a lot . , You ’ re welcome . I don't know why people are just mad about David Peckham . Is there really anything so fascinating with him ? , He appeals to the fans thanks to two things He appeals to the fans thanks to two things ," you mean he plays well ? Yeah , he often scores by free kicks in crucial games . But a football match is by no means merely a show of taking free kicks . " " you mean he plays well ? Yeah , he often scores by free kicks in crucial games . But a football match is by no means merely a show of taking free kicks . "," Certainly not . What really counts is to play as a team , passing the ball amongst each other , dodging defenders . Free kicks are a result of all the teammates ' collective efforts . However , a few free k " " Certainly not . What really counts is to play as a team , passing the ball amongst each other , dodging defenders . Free kicks are a result of all the teammates ' collective efforts . However , a few free k "," In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls . " " In the case , maybe facial charm should be his leading card . After all , the majority of his fans are girls . "," yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout . " " yes , his face looks are manly , with a straight nose and infinite eyes . As a man of medium height in the West , he keeps a powerful but elegant figure , looking neither lanky nor stout . ", and he is English ! He makes a model gentleman when he puts on a black suit and speaks with a typical British accent . Why aren't you at work ? , I called in sick . Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most ? , I think housing is a big problem . There are thousands of homeless people on the streets . I think housing is a big problem . There are thousands of homeless people on the streets . , How would you solve the problem ? How would you solve the problem ? , I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes . I have a good idea to solve it . The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes . , It would probably be very expensive . It would probably be very expensive . ," I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i " " I think the government can afford it . Besides , there are many advantages . Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address . They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i ", It ’ s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ’ t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly . It ’ s not a bad idea . I think education is the biggest problem at the moment . Schools don ’ t seem to have enough money to educate kids properly . ," If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ’ t be popular with voters . " " If we are to invest more money to education , we will need to raise taxes . That wouldn ’ t be popular with voters . "," Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes . " " Most voters what everything both ways . They want the government to pay for lots of things , but without increasing taxes . ", The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project . The government should show that it is using money efficiently . Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project . , Yes . The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly "Hi , waiting for the bus ? Where are you going ? ", China Hotel . China Hotel . , Why don't you take a taxi ? It'll get you there much faster . Why don't you take a taxi ? It'll get you there much faster . ," Well , I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change . " "Dad , I ’ d like to borrow some money . "," Sure , Johnny , how much do you need ? five bucks ? " " Sure , Johnny , how much do you need ? five bucks ? "," Come on , Dad , I need thirty thousand . I wanna get into the market . You know , I ’ m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn , the inevitable recession , people stuffing their money in their mattresses . I look at this as an opportunity . This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg . " " Come on , Dad , I need thirty thousand . I wanna get into the market . You know , I ’ m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn , the inevitable recession , people stuffing their money in their mattresses . I look at this as an opportunity . This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg . "," I don ’ t know about that ; with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ’ t know if you ’ re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ’ s just too much instability . I wouldn ’ t feel comfortable investing in this climate . " " I don ’ t know about that ; with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ’ t know if you ’ re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ’ s just too much instability . I wouldn ’ t feel comfortable investing in this climate . "," But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ’ m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1.4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity . " " But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity . And anyway , I ’ m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example , they have 1.4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity . "," Come on , son , you ’ re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point . " " Come on , son , you ’ re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point . "," Fine , then ! If that ’ s the way you feel , so be it . But you ’ re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ’ m going to go hit up Mum for the cash . " Why did the boss come down on Joe like a ton of bricks . , He spoke evil behind his back . He spoke evil behind his back . , How did he know that he had bad mouthed him ? How did he know that he had bad mouthed him ? , Someone told joe off . Someone told joe off . , He is then in a very difficult situation . He is then in a very difficult situation . , Sure . He ’ ll get the bag . I think . Thank you for coming . , You ’ re welcome . What ’ s the problem ? You ’ re welcome . What ’ s the problem ? , I have a leaky pipe . I have a leaky pipe . , Where exactly is the pipe ? Where exactly is the pipe ? , The pipe is behind a wall in my bathroom . The pipe is behind a wall in my bathroom . , How long has the pipe been leaking ? How long has the pipe been leaking ? , It began leaking a couple of days ago . It began leaking a couple of days ago . ," I must tell you that in order to get to the pipe , I must tear down that wall . " " I must tell you that in order to get to the pipe , I must tear down that wall . ", I know . I know . , That won ’ t be a problem ? That won ’ t be a problem ? , Not as long as it gets fixed . Not as long as it gets fixed . ," All right , I will start working now . " "Good morning , Doctor ! "," Good morning , Miss Mandy . How are you today ? " " Good morning , Miss Mandy . How are you today ? ", I am not feeling very well . I've got a bad cold . I am not feeling very well . I've got a bad cold . ," Have you got a sore throat , too ? " " Have you got a sore throat , too ? "," No , but I've got a headache . " " No , but I've got a headache . "," Yes , I see . Go home to bed and take one of these pills every three hours . " " Yes , I see . Go home to bed and take one of these pills every three hours . ", Thank you very much . "Hi , Bob . ", How did you do on your driving test ? How did you do on your driving test ? , Passed . Passed . , That's great and it was your first try . "Excuse me , can you tell me the way to Holton railway station ? "," Sure . It ’ s quite far from here . Don ’ t worry , though . It ’ s not difficult to get there . " " Sure . It ’ s quite far from here . Don ’ t worry , though . It ’ s not difficult to get there . "," I think I ’ m going in the wrong direction , aren ’ t ? " " I think I ’ m going in the wrong direction , aren ’ t ? "," Yes . First , you need to turn around . Do you remember passing some traffic lights further up this road ? " " Yes . First , you need to turn around . Do you remember passing some traffic lights further up this road ? "," Yes , I do . They are about two miles away , right ? " " Yes , I do . They are about two miles away , right ? "," That ’ s right . Drive back to the traffic rights and turn right . Follow the road for about a mile , until you see the plaza hotel . It ’ s a really big hotel . You can ’ t miss it . Turn left at the hotel . " " That ’ s right . Drive back to the traffic rights and turn right . Follow the road for about a mile , until you see the plaza hotel . It ’ s a really big hotel . You can ’ t miss it . Turn left at the hotel . "," So , right at the traffic lights two miles up the road , then left at the plaza hotel , a mile along that road . Got it . " " So , right at the traffic lights two miles up the road , then left at the plaza hotel , a mile along that road . Got it . ", Then you just go straight on until you see the station ahead of you . Then you just go straight on until you see the station ahead of you . , Ok . Got it . Thanks for you help . Ok . Got it . Thanks for you help . , No problem . It is really exciting news . , What news ? What news ? , You don ’ t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones . You don ’ t know ? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones . , You know what we will get ? You know what we will get ? ," We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station . " " We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily . And if you come back to office , you just reconnect your laptop with docking station . ", What docking station ? What docking station ? ," This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient . " " This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk . The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments , like fax , copier , a screen , printer and scanner , and it will be very convenient . "," Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment , I don ’ t need a desktop anymore . A laptop is enough . " Why not come over to work in my company ? , I need to think it over . I need to think it over . , Tell me what you need . Tell me what you need . ," All right . I'm prepared to , if the pay is reasonable . " Is his father a worker ? ," No , he isn't . He's an engineer , the most famous one in our company . " " No , he isn't . He's an engineer , the most famous one in our company . ", No wonder his son is so clever . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , please . I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother . He's going to take a trip to South America . " " Yes , please . I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother . He's going to take a trip to South America . ", By air or by sea ? By air or by sea ? , By air . So my gift should be quite light . What can you suggest ? By air . So my gift should be quite light . What can you suggest ? , How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather . How about this wallet ? It's made of fine leather . , My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual . My sister already gave him one . I like something unusual . , This gift is the best for a man who has everything . This gift is the best for a man who has everything . ," Oh , a nice handkerchief . That's a great idea . I'll take it . " Hey Bob . Whatchy doing ? , I'm at home painting . I'm at home painting . , I didn't know you paint . What type of painting is it ? I didn't know you paint . What type of painting is it ? , I enjoy oil painting . I learned it in one of my extra classes in college . I enjoy oil painting . I learned it in one of my extra classes in college . , That sounds so interesting . I wish I learned a hobby . That sounds so interesting . I wish I learned a hobby . , Hobbies are never too late to learn . They offer a variety of classes at the local community college . You should look into it . Hobbies are never too late to learn . They offer a variety of classes at the local community college . You should look into it . , I think I will . Thanks for the info . "Good afternoon , Mr Meng . It's a little late for you , isn't it ? "," Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , I've been stuck in back to back meetings all day , but I really wanted to come and speak to you . " " Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , I've been stuck in back to back meetings all day , but I really wanted to come and speak to you . ", What can I help you with ? What can I help you with ? ," I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools , you know , something other than stocks and such like . Do you have any ideas ? " " I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools , you know , something other than stocks and such like . Do you have any ideas ? "," Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ? " " Mmmm ... yes , many investors don't seem to be into stocks at the moment . Too risky ! How about Open-Ended funds ? "," Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ? " " Yes , I've heard about that . Isn't it where many investors pool their money together ? "," Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us . " " Exactly . Then each individual has the chance to diversify their portfolio over many different areas , it doesn't have to be stocks . And , we provide a Professional Fund Manager , so you know your investment will be safe with us . ", How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ? How can you help me to decide which areas to invest in ? , Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each . Our Investment Financing Service will help you choose where to put your funds and look at both the pros and cons of each . ," Is this the information here ? Well , let's take a look then ... " Guess what ! I know something you don't know ! , What's that ? What's that ? , How many planets are there in the solar system ? How many planets are there in the solar system ? , That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nice . That's easy . Everyone knows that there are nice . , Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore ! Not anymore ! Can you believe it ? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore ! ," Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know . " " Nice try . I wasn't born yesterday , you know . "," I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore . " " I'm dead serious . They've decided that it's too small to be a planet , but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore . ", That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that . That sounds crazy . They can't just change their mind about things like that . ," Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat . " " Yes , they can . If you remember correctly , people used to believe that the world was flat . "," I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around . " " I suppose you're right . They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them , not the other way around . ", We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos . We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos . , Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ? Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation ? , I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way . I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way . , Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ? Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space ? , I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth . I hope not . I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on Earth . , You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country ! You're so old-fashioned . That's what people used to think about people from another country ! ," Point taken . Hopefully one day , we'll live in an interplanetary society . " "Mom , I'm starving . ", Here are some biscuits . Why are you back so early today ? Here are some biscuits . Why are you back so early today ? ," My teacher had a sudden stomachache , so the class was cut shot . You ? " " My teacher had a sudden stomachache , so the class was cut shot . You ? ", Me what ? Me what ? , You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual . You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual . , It's not for us . It's not for us . ," Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair ! " " Then it's for Dad , isn't it ? It's so unfair ! ", Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang . Don't be a smarty-pants . It's for Grandma Wang . , What was that again ? What was that again ? , It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help . It's for Grandma Wang . She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago . So she needs our help . ," I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help . " " I'm sorry , I didn't know that . But I wanna help . "," Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking . " " Umm , let me think for a moment . We can meet her together after I finish cooking . ", I'll get knee to knee with her . I'll get knee to knee with her . , Good boy . I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you . shall we dance ? , sure . i suppose you dance much . sure . i suppose you dance much . ," oh . no as a matter of fact , i haven't danced for a long time . " " oh . no as a matter of fact , i haven't danced for a long time . ", but i can see you dance wonderfully well . but i can see you dance wonderfully well . , thanks for flattering me 。 i think you dance much right ? thanks for flattering me 。 i think you dance much right ? ," no , just occasionally " " no , just occasionally "," oh , i like this music very much , let's tango . " " oh , i like this music very much , let's tango . ", i'm afraid i can't dance well . Why are you quitting ? , I've had enough . Hello . ," Mark , this is Lucy . " " Mark , this is Lucy . ", What's up ? What's up ? , I have a friend . He is my best friend and he wants to learn English . He would pay about 100 yuan per hour . Are you interested ? I have a friend . He is my best friend and he wants to learn English . He would pay about 100 yuan per hour . Are you interested ? , I don't know . I don't know . , So I take it you are not interested . So I take it you are not interested . ," No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then . " " No , Lucy . Don't get me wrong . I mean school will be open on Sept . 2nd , and I will have a very tight schedule by then . ", Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule . Don't worry . My friend says he can always arrange his schedule around your schedule . , That will be fine . When can I see him ? That will be fine . When can I see him ? , Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule . Let's do it this way . I'll take him to your place this Saturday . Then you two can make a schedule . , Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon . Make sure you come here before noon . I will be picking up my friend at the airport in the afternoon . , How are you going to get there ? How are you going to get there ? ," By bus , of course . " " By bus , of course . ", I am sure my friend can give you a ride . I am sure my friend can give you a ride . ," Great . By the way , what does your friend do ? " " Great . By the way , what does your friend do ? ", He is a lawyer . He is a lawyer . ," Ok , see you then . " " Ok , see you then . ", See you . "Good morning , I would like to make a doctor ’ s appointment . ", Can you describe your health concern ? Can you describe your health concern ? , I have been having skin problems that aren ’ t going away . I have been having skin problems that aren ’ t going away . , Are you in pain ? Are you in pain ? ," No . Except for the rash , I feel fine . " " No . Except for the rash , I feel fine . ", Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ? Would Tuesday or Wednesday be best for you ? , I would like to come in on Tuesday . I would like to come in on Tuesday . , I will write you in for that day at 4 I will write you in for that day at 4 , I would like to see Dr . Smith . I would like to see Dr . Smith . , I will write you in on that doctor ’ s schedule . See you then . How many days do you take off for Easter ? , Usually we have a month off . Usually we have a month off . , What will you do for this Easter ? What will you do for this Easter ? , I'll stay at home and have a complete rest . What do you want to eat for breakfast ? , All I usually have is some cereal for breakfast . All I usually have is some cereal for breakfast . , You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day ? You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day ? ," I sometimes run late in the morning , and can't make breakfast . " " I sometimes run late in the morning , and can't make breakfast . ", That's not a good excuse . That's not a good excuse . , Tell me what you eat in the morning . Tell me what you eat in the morning . ," I just eat some oatmeal , toast , and orange juice . " " I just eat some oatmeal , toast , and orange juice . ", That sounds like a great breakfast . That sounds like a great breakfast . ," It's good , and it's easy to make . " " It's good , and it's easy to make . ", That sounds like a very quick meal . That sounds like a very quick meal . ," So , are you still going to have cereal ? " " So , are you still going to have cereal ? ", I think I'm going to make myself some oatmeal and toast . "Why are you up so early , Mary ? ", I'm still suffering from a little jetlag . I'm still suffering from a little jetlag . , What are you watching ? What are you watching ? , Saturday morning cartoons . Saturday morning cartoons . , At least five channels have morning cartoons on Saturdays . At least five channels have morning cartoons on Saturdays . , I think watching them is a great way to learn English . I think watching them is a great way to learn English . , I agree . And some cartoons are entertaining even for adults . I agree . And some cartoons are entertaining even for adults . , Yeah . Is Cindy up ? Yeah . Is Cindy up ? , Are you kidding ? It's too early for her . I have to move . , You have not fulfilled your lease agreement yet . You have not fulfilled your lease agreement yet . , I can ’ t stay here anymore . I can ’ t stay here anymore . , There ’ s a problem with that . There ’ s a problem with that . , What is the problem ? What is the problem ? , I won ’ t be able to give you back your deposit . I won ’ t be able to give you back your deposit . , Why not ? Why not ? , This was stated in our agreement . This was stated in our agreement . , But I need it back . But I need it back . , I can ’ t do that . I can ’ t do that . , It will be impossible for me to stay here . It will be impossible for me to stay here . , That ’ s not my fault . Waitress . , Yes sir . How can I help you ? Yes sir . How can I help you ? , Please clean up the table . Please clean up the table . , OK . And anything else I can do for you ? OK . And anything else I can do for you ? , I like a refill please . I like a refill please . , Sure . "Good afternoon Miss , would you be interested in buying more life insurance ? You know , you can never get enough . ", I think my husband has some . I think my husband has some . ," Are you sure he ’ s purchased enough insurance for both of you ? If something terrible happened with your husband , and he doesn ’ t have sufficient insurance , my company does have a policy that could cover you and your husband if something happened to either of you . " " Are you sure he ’ s purchased enough insurance for both of you ? If something terrible happened with your husband , and he doesn ’ t have sufficient insurance , my company does have a policy that could cover you and your husband if something happened to either of you . "," That ’ s true . If something happened to my husband , I might lose everything . Both of us have to work to keep our home , car , and our children ’ s education . I can ’ t afford that by myself . " " That ’ s true . If something happened to my husband , I might lose everything . Both of us have to work to keep our home , car , and our children ’ s education . I can ’ t afford that by myself . ", Could we sit and look at the policy I mentioned and see if that ’ s something suitable for you and your husband ? Could we sit and look at the policy I mentioned and see if that ’ s something suitable for you and your husband ? , Certainly . Do you have anything to declare ? , I have a camera and three bottles of whisky . I have a camera and three bottles of whisky . , OK . You'll have to pay duty for the whisky . OK . You'll have to pay duty for the whisky . ," Well , where shall I pay the duty for the whisky ? " " Well , where shall I pay the duty for the whisky ? ", Please wait a moment . I'll make out the duty memo . Here you are . Take this and pay the people over there . Please wait a moment . I'll make out the duty memo . Here you are . Take this and pay the people over there . , I've paid the duty . Here is the receipt I've paid the duty . Here is the receipt , Very well . I hope you'll enjoy your stay in China . Very well . I hope you'll enjoy your stay in China . , Thank you . Are you free tonight ? , I think so . "Tomorrow is Halloween , I know I'm ready . I bought two pumpkins and a big bags of candy . Do you want to help me a jack-o-lantern ? "," I'd love to . I heard about Halloween when I was in Beijing . It's kind of a children's day . Small kids get dressed up , then walk around with paper bags or baskets , knocking on the neighbor's " " I'd love to . I heard about Halloween when I was in Beijing . It's kind of a children's day . Small kids get dressed up , then walk around with paper bags or baskets , knocking on the neighbor's ", They are supposed to say trick or treat ? Then the neighbors are supposed to hand up the candy . They are supposed to say trick or treat ? Then the neighbors are supposed to hand up the candy . , That's kind of cool . But what's the trick mean ? That's kind of cool . But what's the trick mean ? ," Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go " " Usually it's the older kids going around playing Halloween , like punching the pumpkins left outside people's doors or - - someone's tree . They usually do it late at night after little kids go "," That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night . " " That sounds kind of fun , maybe I can get tighter with my friends that night . "," Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too . " " Usually be adults , you don't have kids have a big party in get dressed up too . ", That does sound a lot of fun . Are you ready for a second ? ," No , I'm afraid we'll have to cancel the order . I'm not sure whether it agrees with me . " " No , I'm afraid we'll have to cancel the order . I'm not sure whether it agrees with me . ", Would you like anything else ? Would you like anything else ? , I'd prefer swordfish steak . I'd prefer swordfish steak . , I'm sorry.It ' s out of season now . I'm sorry.It ' s out of season now . ," Oysters , please . " "David , how is your interview ? ", I was nervous at that time . What about you ? I was nervous at that time . What about you ? , Just fine . I tried to answer every question raised by HR carefully . I found some answering skills are useful . These questions are different from exams . Just fine . I tried to answer every question raised by HR carefully . I found some answering skills are useful . These questions are different from exams . , We can have a rest now after this tough interview . We can have a rest now after this tough interview . , Don't be rush . It is suggested to write a letter for the Personnel Department of Future Clothes Company . Don't be rush . It is suggested to write a letter for the Personnel Department of Future Clothes Company . , Sounds like a good idea . And I think this can leave deep impression to HR . How can we write a suitable letter ? Sounds like a good idea . And I think this can leave deep impression to HR . How can we write a suitable letter ? , Just to show your gratitude to the chance and tell them your impression on the company . And you can mention some details in your own interview to remind them of you . Just to show your gratitude to the chance and tell them your impression on the company . And you can mention some details in your own interview to remind them of you . , I am getting to know your meaning . "Mister , I have an account now . "," Now , how would you like this check cashed , madam ? " " Now , how would you like this check cashed , madam ? ", Six tens will be fine . Six tens will be fine . , Here you are . Here you are . ," Thanks . Er , mister , if I want to deposit checks next time . what should I do ? " " Thanks . Er , mister , if I want to deposit checks next time . what should I do ? ", Just make out a deposit slip and come here during bank hours . That's from 9 a . m . to 3 p . m . "What can I do for you , madam ? ", I'd like to buy a toy car for my son . I'd like to buy a toy car for my son . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , It looks nice . How much is it ? It looks nice . How much is it ? , They're three hundred dollars . They're three hundred dollars . ," Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ? " " Oh , I'm afraid it's too expensive . Can you show me something cheaper ? "," OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here . " " OK , This one is one hundred and twenty . It's the cheapest here . "," OK , I'll take it . Here's the money . " " OK , I'll take it . Here's the money . ", Thank you very much . You don't look too well . What's going on ? , I just lost my job . I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills . I just lost my job . I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills . , I'm sorry to hear that . Have you been looking for another job ? I'm sorry to hear that . Have you been looking for another job ? ," I just started , but the job market is very bad right now . I'm not optimistic about it . " " I just started , but the job market is very bad right now . I'm not optimistic about it . ", That's tough . What does your wife think about this ? That's tough . What does your wife think about this ? ," She's trying to be supportive , but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well . " " She's trying to be supportive , but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well . ", I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job . I'll see what they can do . I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job . I'll see what they can do . , I really appreciate your help . I really appreciate your help . ," No problem . In the meantime , don't try to worry so much . You'll get through this . " Hi ! Someone has reported a fault on one of your copiers . , That's right . I'm glad you're here . It hasn't been working properly for the last few days . That's right . I'm glad you're here . It hasn't been working properly for the last few days . , When was it serviced ? When was it serviced ? , Just a couple of weeks ago . It's usually very reliable . Just a couple of weeks ago . It's usually very reliable . , What's actually wrong with it ? What's actually wrong with it ? ," Well , it's making a strange noise when we try to change paper trays . " " Well , it's making a strange noise when we try to change paper trays . "," I'm sure it's nothing serious , probably just a minor fault . I'll have a look at it . " "Hi , Monica , I got big news . ", You got a raise ? You got a raise ? ," Not really , just take a wild guess . " " Not really , just take a wild guess . ", You got promoted ? You got promoted ? ," Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess . " " Well , it is not going to happen so soon , I guess . "," You won a lottery ? Don ’ t beat around the bush , just tell me , please . " " You won a lottery ? Don ’ t beat around the bush , just tell me , please . "," Ok , I lost 5 pounds . " "In order to extend our export business to your country , we wish to enter into direct business relations with you . ", It's our pleasure . It's our pleasure . , Our hope is to establish mutual beneficial trading relations between us . May I help you with something ? , I would like to return these books . I would like to return these books . , What happened to this book ? What happened to this book ? ," I dropped it , and the cover tore off . " " I dropped it , and the cover tore off . ", I ’ m going to have to charge you for the damage . I ’ m going to have to charge you for the damage . , How much ? How much ? , It ’ s only $ 5 . It ’ s only $ 5 . , That ’ s not too bad . That ’ s not too bad . , I know it ’ s not . I know it ’ s not . , Here ’ s the money for the book . Here ’ s the money for the book . , Thank you for your payment . Thank you for your payment . , You are very welcome . I see by your resume that you have just graduated from college . I assume you haven't had any working experience . Is that right ? , That's right . I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores . That's right . I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores . ," Well , experience is not important in this job . We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller . By the way , do you like to work with figures ? " " Well , experience is not important in this job . We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller . By the way , do you like to work with figures ? "," Yes , I liked math in school . " " Yes , I liked math in school . ", We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ? We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures . Do you like meeting the public ? ," Yes , I enjoy working with people . " " Yes , I enjoy working with people . ", We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ? We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with . You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you . He would be responsible for training you . Have you studied English conversation ? ," Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ? " " Yes , I had an American tutor for two years . I had two lessons under her every week . Would I be using English every day is this job ? "," Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ? " " Yes , many of our customers are Americans , so you would be speaking English with most of them . Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts ? "," No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn . " " No , I'm afraid I don't . I'd be glad to learn . ", That's good answer . I appreciate your being frank . I'll be seeing you around . , OK.Take care . May I try this on ? , Sure . The color is perfect for you . Sure . The color is perfect for you . , What material is it made of ? What material is it made of ? , It's made of cotton . It's made of cotton . , That's good.Cotton is soft and flexible . "Hello , is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I want to a room for tomorrow . " " Yes , I want to a room for tomorrow . ", Single or double ? Single or double ? , A single one with a private bath . A single one with a private bath . , Would you like to have your room on the top floor ? Would you like to have your room on the top floor ? , It doesn't matter . Isn't it wonderful walking here ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I mean look at all these magnificent buildings around us . I mean look at all these magnificent buildings around us . ," Yes , look over there . That's the Empire State Building . My book says it's 102 stories tall . " " Yes , look over there . That's the Empire State Building . My book says it's 102 stories tall . ", It's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ? It's quite famous but don't you think it looks a bit old-fashioned ? ," You're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering . " " You're right , but when it was built in 1930 it was a marvel of technology and engineering . ", What other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ? What other important buildings are we going to see on Fifth Avenue ? , Quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St.Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark in the history of architecture . Quite a number . Actually every skyscraper has a history . A few blocks ahead we'll see St.Patrick ' s Cathedral and just across the street will be the world-renowed Rockefeller Center . It's a landmark in the history of architecture . , What's there after that ? What's there after that ? ," Well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world . " " Well then , there's a Central Park . Facing the park on Fifth Avenue is probably some of the most expensive properties in the world . ", What are they all for ? What are they all for ? ," Most of them are office buildings , huge department stores , and hotels but some are just private homes . New York is one of the financial centers of the world . And there are lots of very expensive places . " What can I help you with ? , May I ask you something ? May I ask you something ? , What's your question ? What's your question ? , How many hours behind the wheel do I need ? How many hours behind the wheel do I need ? , What do you need to take it for ? What do you need to take it for ? , I'm trying to get my license . I'm trying to get my license . , You need six hours . You need six hours . , Can I do all six hours in one day ? Can I do all six hours in one day ? , You have to do it in three days . You have to do it in three days . , That's all I have to do ? That's all I have to do ? , That's everything . That's everything . ," Well , that's a relief . " How did you enjoy your family party at “ ginger ’ s ” ? I hear that they have a lovely menu and buffet . ," Oh , it was great . We had seafood buffet . They do one every Friday . The waiters and waitresses are very good . They are very attentive , but don ’ t hang around the table . " " Oh , it was great . We had seafood buffet . They do one every Friday . The waiters and waitresses are very good . They are very attentive , but don ’ t hang around the table . "," I like the buffets they have , but if often order a la carte , because I don ’ t feel extremely hungry . I like the wine list there too . " " I like the buffets they have , but if often order a la carte , because I don ’ t feel extremely hungry . I like the wine list there too . "," Yes , so do I . they have wines from all over the world . There is a good range of prices to suit every pocket . We ordered some Australian red wine , which tasted delicious and wasn ’ t expensive . " " Yes , so do I . they have wines from all over the world . There is a good range of prices to suit every pocket . We ordered some Australian red wine , which tasted delicious and wasn ’ t expensive . "," Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ’ t do that at “ ginger ’ s ” . what was included in the seafood buffet ? " " Some restaurants allow you to take your own wine and just charge you corkage , but the don ’ t do that at “ ginger ’ s ” . what was included in the seafood buffet ? "," They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon . " " They had almost every kind of seafood . There were oyster , shrimp , prawns , crabs , and fish . I ate a lot of smoked salmon . ", Did they have lobster ? Did they have lobster ? ," No , they didn ’ t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet . " " No , they didn ’ t . you could order it from the menu . I think that lobster is too expensive to be included in the buffet . "," Yes , it probably is . I don ’ t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh . " " Yes , it probably is . I don ’ t like ordering oysters in restaurants . You never know whether they are fresh . "," I know . I didn ’ t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick . " " I know . I didn ’ t eat any , but a few people in our group did and no one got sick . "," When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ? " " When you eat out , do you usually eat from the buffet ? ", Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ’ m still hungry afterwards . Not usually . I usually just order a main course and have a dessert if I ’ m still hungry afterwards . ," Oh , you don ’ t usually have a starter ? " " Oh , you don ’ t usually have a starter ? "," No , I might have a soup if it ’ s a cold winter day . " Hello ! Can I help you ? ," Well , I am looking for some winter clothes for my fiancee . " " Well , I am looking for some winter clothes for my fiancee . "," Oh , it's the high time for you purchasing in our clothes shop . We are now having a preseason sale on all our winter apparel . " " Oh , it's the high time for you purchasing in our clothes shop . We are now having a preseason sale on all our winter apparel . ", Really ? What's that ? Really ? What's that ? , Every thing for winter is 20 % off . Every thing for winter is 20 % off . , I think my fiancee may favor the sweater in the shop window . Would you like to help me look for any skirts that go with this sweater ? I think my fiancee may favor the sweater in the shop window . Would you like to help me look for any skirts that go with this sweater ? ," Sure , we have both skirts and trousers that would look well with the sweater . Look at this section . " " Sure , we have both skirts and trousers that would look well with the sweater . Look at this section . ", I especially like this flowery skirts . My fiancee will look very elegant in this . I especially like this flowery skirts . My fiancee will look very elegant in this . , You have a good taste . It's very much in style this year . You have a good taste . It's very much in style this year . , I don't think the green one fits her complexion . Do you have any skirts in light color or tan ? I don't think the green one fits her complexion . Do you have any skirts in light color or tan ? , Look on the rack to the right . Look on the rack to the right . ," Oh , yes . I'll take this one . Can I pay by traveler ’ s check ? " " Oh , yes . I'll take this one . Can I pay by traveler ’ s check ? ", It's ok . "Hello , are you Muriel Douglas ? "," Yes , and you must be James . It's nice to meet you at long last . " " Yes , and you must be James . It's nice to meet you at long last . "," Yes , you too . Thanks for agreeing to meet with us about the new account . My associate , Susan Kim , should be here any minute . Would you like something to drink while we're waiting ? " " Yes , you too . Thanks for agreeing to meet with us about the new account . My associate , Susan Kim , should be here any minute . Would you like something to drink while we're waiting ? "," No , thanks . I'm fine . Did you have a nice holiday ? " " No , thanks . I'm fine . Did you have a nice holiday ? "," Yes , I did . My family and I went to Tahoe to ski and the weather was great . How about you ? " " Yes , I did . My family and I went to Tahoe to ski and the weather was great . How about you ? ", I stayed in L . A . and it was sunny the entire weekend . We spent most of the time at home but we did go see King Kong on Christmas day . I stayed in L . A . and it was sunny the entire weekend . We spent most of the time at home but we did go see King Kong on Christmas day . , How did you like it ? How did you like it ? ," It was better than I expected . But , you know , I think I would have enjoyed skiing in Tahoe even better . Do you go there often ? " " It was better than I expected . But , you know , I think I would have enjoyed skiing in Tahoe even better . Do you go there often ? "," No , not much . My wife doesn't like to ski . She prefers vacationing where it's warmer , like Hawaii . " " No , not much . My wife doesn't like to ski . She prefers vacationing where it's warmer , like Hawaii . ", I don't blame her . I really enjoyed it there when we went a few years ago . I'd like to go back sometime soon . I don't blame her . I really enjoyed it there when we went a few years ago . I'd like to go back sometime soon . ," Yes , me too . Oh , here's Susan now . Let me introduce you . " I like hitchhiking.will you go with me ? ," Oh , no . I don't think I'm in that good form . " " Oh , no . I don't think I'm in that good form . "," It's a pity.Say , how about a place near enough ? " " It's a pity.Say , how about a place near enough ? ", To where exactly ? To where exactly ? , New England . New England . , That's still too far for me . "Excuse me , Professor . I think there might be an error in my test score . ", Sure . Do you think that the total is wrong or that you got something marked wrong that should have been marked right ? Sure . Do you think that the total is wrong or that you got something marked wrong that should have been marked right ? , I think that the percentage is incorrect . I think that the percentage is incorrect . , Let's just go over all of it to double-check . Let's just go over all of it to double-check . ," Sure , let's do it . " " Sure , let's do it . ", Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ? Here is the answer sheet . Do you see a place where I marked something wrong that should have been right ? , I don't see any mistakes . I don't see any mistakes . ," OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score . " " OK , now that we've gotten those straightened out , let's total the score . "," Yes , let's total it . " " Yes , let's total it . "," Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ? " " Well , if I total that like this and divide by this number , I get this total . Do you agree ? "," Yes , you're right . " " Yes , you're right . "," Well then , we are all straight . Have a good day and thanks for bringing that to my attention . " May I help you ? , Can you recommend some popular tour ? Can you recommend some popular tour ? , How long is your journey ? How long is your journey ? , Two weeks and I would like to go abroad . Two weeks and I would like to go abroad . , The popular tour of the season is a 14 - days ' sightseeing to Venice . Are you interested in that city ? The popular tour of the season is a 14 - days ' sightseeing to Venice . Are you interested in that city ? ," Yes , of course . I will book the tour . " I'd have a look at some pots and pans . , We've got several kinds . All are made of different materials . We've got several kinds . All are made of different materials . ," What kind is most durable , please ? " " What kind is most durable , please ? "," Well , here is one made of duralumin . That's cheap and durable . Over there we've also got some made of stainless steel , and those over there are enamel ones . " " Well , here is one made of duralumin . That's cheap and durable . Over there we've also got some made of stainless steel , and those over there are enamel ones . ", I'll have the stainless ones . They look very solid . I'll have the stainless ones . They look very solid . ," Yes , sir . Stainless steel products are always popular . " Excuse me sir . May I come in ? ," Mike , you're late again . " " Mike , you're late again . "," I'm sorry , but my sister was ill , so I " " I'm sorry , but my sister was ill , so I ", Do you think I believe the story like that ? Do you think I believe the story like that ? , But it's true . But it's true . , How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ? How can believe it if the same excuse was used twice within a week ? , That's coincident 。 That's coincident 。 ," Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time 。 " " Ok , hold it . Remember to be punctual next time 。 ", I promise I will . I promise I will . , You'd better . How were things in the Tokyo branch when you were there ? , Good ! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter . It's nice to see some improvement for a change . Good ! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter . It's nice to see some improvement for a change . , Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months ? Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months ? ," Yes , especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan . The only problem is , they may have trouble when they go to open up business here . " " Yes , especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan . The only problem is , they may have trouble when they go to open up business here . ", Why would you say that ? Why would you say that ? , They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for . They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan . There are a lot of cultural differences to account for . ," I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable . " " I'll say ! Sometimes they just do things really differently . But one thing I can say , they are really hospitable . ", Have you ever been to Japan ? Have you ever been to Japan ? , Sure ! I just got back yesterday . I'm still suffering from jet lag . Tell me something about your Valentine's Day . ," Ok , on that day , boys usually give roses to the sweet hearts and girls give them chocolate to return . " " Ok , on that day , boys usually give roses to the sweet hearts and girls give them chocolate to return . ", So romantic . Young people must have lot of fun . So romantic . Young people must have lot of fun . ," Yeah , that is the holiday is hot , isn't it ? " "Good morning , sir ! Can I help you ? ", Good morning ! I'd like to buy twelve tickets to Beijing for October 14th . Good morning ! I'd like to buy twelve tickets to Beijing for October 14th . ," Yes , sir . We have many trains going to Beijing , fast train , through train , express train and tourist train . Which train do you prefer ? " " Yes , sir . We have many trains going to Beijing , fast train , through train , express train and tourist train . Which train do you prefer ? "," Well , the express one , with air-conditioning . " " Well , the express one , with air-conditioning . "," Then you'll have two choices . Train No . 14 leaves at 6:00 p . m , and train No . 22 leaves at 8: 00 p . m . " " Then you'll have two choices . Train No . 14 leaves at 6:00 p . m , and train No . 22 leaves at 8: 00 p . m . ", When do they arrive in Beijing ? When do they arrive in Beijing ? ," They will arrive the next morning , at 8: 00 a . m . and 10:00 a m . respectively . " " They will arrive the next morning , at 8: 00 a . m . and 10:00 a m . respectively . ", In that case I think Train No . 14 will be better . We can do more sightseeing in Beijing . In that case I think Train No . 14 will be better . We can do more sightseeing in Beijing . ," Right . Trains No . 13 and No . 14 are the best trains on the line between Beijing and Shanghai . Which seats do you prefer , cushioned seats , ordinary seats , cushioned berth , or ordinary berth ? " " Right . Trains No . 13 and No . 14 are the best trains on the line between Beijing and Shanghai . Which seats do you prefer , cushioned seats , ordinary seats , cushioned berth , or ordinary berth ? "," In a cushioned sleeper , please . " "Hello , Barneys Garage . "," Hello . Mr . Higgins , please . " " Hello . Mr . Higgins , please . ", He just stepped out . Can I take a message ? He just stepped out . Can I take a message ? ," Oh yes , this is Penny's Pet Boutique . Please remind him that his appointment for his dog's shampoo and cut is on Saturday morning at 11 am . " " Oh yes , this is Penny's Pet Boutique . Please remind him that his appointment for his dog's shampoo and cut is on Saturday morning at 11 am . ", I'll make sure he receives the message . I'll make sure he receives the message . , That's fine . That's fine . , Thanks for calling . Over here is our gym . We have all the latest equipment . , But I haven't used exercising equipment before . Can you tell us some more details ? But I haven't used exercising equipment before . Can you tell us some more details ? ," Certainly . We have here the race apparatus , stationary bike , muscle builder set , chest expander , bar bell , dumb bell and so on . " " Certainly . We have here the race apparatus , stationary bike , muscle builder set , chest expander , bar bell , dumb bell and so on . ", Working in the gym is a very good way for losing weight . What else do you have ? Working in the gym is a very good way for losing weight . What else do you have ? , Here's the swimming pool . It's open from 10 a . m . to 11 p . m . There are also massage rooms here . Here's the swimming pool . It's open from 10 a . m . to 11 p . m . There are also massage rooms here . , That's wonderful ! I like swimming . Do you have any particular conditions that you would like our company to take into consideration ? ," No , nothing in particular . " " No , nothing in particular . "," All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ? " " All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ? "," As regards salary , I leave it to you to decide after experience of capacity . " " As regards salary , I leave it to you to decide after experience of capacity . "," Well , we'll give you our decision in a couple of days . It's a pleasure to talk to you , Mr . Liu . " " Well , we'll give you our decision in a couple of days . It's a pleasure to talk to you , Mr . Liu . "," Thank you , Mr . White . I really appreciate your assistance . " "Hello , Kevin . "," Oh , hi , Lee . You look great . " " Oh , hi , Lee . You look great . ", Thanks . You too . "What price do you suggest for 300,000 sets of Article No . 2323 with London as the destination port ? ", Let me see . It's £ 800 per set CIF London . Let me see . It's £ 800 per set CIF London . , What commission terms can you offer ? What commission terms can you offer ? , Usually the commission is three percent of the net invoice amount after deduction of discounts . Usually the commission is three percent of the net invoice amount after deduction of discounts . , Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ? Couldn't you raise the commission to five percent ? ," Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ? " " Considering our good relationship and our future business , we give you four percent . That's the best we can do . We can't go any further . What would you say to it ? ", Then I'll accept it with thanks . "I've been accepted by the university , and they've offered me a position on the basketball team ! ", That's wonderful ! Icing on the cake . "Mom , what are we going to make tonight ? ", Curry and rice . What do you think ? Curry and rice . What do you think ? , That sounds nice . I can peel the potatoes first . That sounds nice . I can peel the potatoes first . ," Really ! Oh , honey , you are so sweet . I'll chop up this carrot . " " Really ! Oh , honey , you are so sweet . I'll chop up this carrot . "," Mom , the water is boiling ! " " Mom , the water is boiling ! "," Honey , just turn down the stove . " Welcome to IBA . Can I help you ? ," Yes , please . I'm here for an International Settlement . Our company has to effect payment , and it needs to be done today . Here's the advice slip for the payment . " " Yes , please . I'm here for an International Settlement . Our company has to effect payment , and it needs to be done today . Here's the advice slip for the payment . ", Thanks . I'm sorry to say that you need to get this stamped . There is no stamp on this slip and it is essential before I can process it for you . Thanks . I'm sorry to say that you need to get this stamped . There is no stamp on this slip and it is essential before I can process it for you . ," I see . So , I need to stamp it . And sign it too ? " " I see . So , I need to stamp it . And sign it too ? "," Yes , that's right . Down here , at the bottom right hand corner to show that you agree to pay the printed amount . " " Yes , that's right . Down here , at the bottom right hand corner to show that you agree to pay the printed amount . "," I'll go back to the office and get it sorted and pop back later . Thanks , bye for now . " "Diana's Flowers , Diana Lin's office , may I help you ? ", Is Diana in ? Is Diana in ? ," No , she's out for lunch . May I take a message ? " " No , she's out for lunch . May I take a message ? "," Yes , please ask her to call John Smith . " " Yes , please ask her to call John Smith . "," Ok , I'll make sure she gets the message . " Can you help me find a pan ? ," Are you looking for a small , medium , or large pan ? " " Are you looking for a small , medium , or large pan ? ", I want a big pan . I want a big pan . , Does this one look big enough ? Does this one look big enough ? ," Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much . " " Yes , it's the right size , but it weighs too much . "," Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ? " " Well , what do you think of the aluminum pan ? "," It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking . " " It's light enough , but the handle will get too hot after cooking . "," Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle . " " Here's the same pan , but it has a space-age , heat-resistant plastic handle . "," Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it . " " Oh , my family's going to love this one . I'll take it . ", I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ? I'm so happy that you found what you wanted . Do you want to use a credit card ? ," Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ? " " Sure . Wait , wait . Does a lid come with this pan ? "," Oh , I'm sorry . Here's the lid . Yes , it comes with the pan . " "Hey , Mike . Can I ask you something ? "," Sure , what's up ? " " Sure , what's up ? ", I'm going to gamble on the world cup tonight . Who do you think will win ? I'm going to gamble on the world cup tonight . Who do you think will win ? , Good question . I have to think about it . Good question . I have to think about it . , My husband is betting on France . My husband is betting on France . , France ? Is he crazy ? France ? Is he crazy ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , how can I put this ? France is a terrible team . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , I want to have a two-day trip around the city . I want to have a two-day trip around the city . , Would you please have a look at the table ? I think this one fits you . Would you please have a look at the table ? I think this one fits you . ," It's interesting . I think I will take the bus tour . By the way , what about the lodging ? " " It's interesting . I think I will take the bus tour . By the way , what about the lodging ? ", We will lodge at the indigenes ' houses . It's interesting . Do you know about All Fools ' Day ? ," On that day , people play all kinds of tricks on others , and the one easily taken in is called April fool . " " On that day , people play all kinds of tricks on others , and the one easily taken in is called April fool . ", April fool ! April fool ! , April the first is coming.Be careful ! You should have seen the line at the housing office.It took me an hour to make my dormitory deposit for next year . Have you made yours yet ? ," No , I ’ m not sure I ’ m going to . " " No , I ’ m not sure I ’ m going to . ", Why not ? There ’ s not much time left . Are you short of cash ? Why not ? There ’ s not much time left . Are you short of cash ? ," No , thanks . I am okay . " " No , thanks . I am okay . ", You ’ d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ... You ’ d better hurry up if you wanna a dorm room next September ... ," Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus . " " Well , actually , I am thinking about living off campus . ", Do you have any idea how much that would cost ? Do you have any idea how much that would cost ? , I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ’ s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ’ t get anything done . I know it would be more expensive . I think I could handle it though . It ’ s that this dorm is so noisy that I can ’ t get anything done . , You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ’ d save . You should study in the library the way I do . Think of the money you ’ d save . , I ’ Ve got to think it over some more . I ’ Ve got to think it over some more . , I hope you will have second thoughts . Can we choose a time to look at houses together ? ," Can you do that in the mornings , or would the afternoons be best ? " " Can you do that in the mornings , or would the afternoons be best ? ", Either way is good for me . Either way is good for me . , There are a number of open houses this weekend in your area . Would that okay with you ? There are a number of open houses this weekend in your area . Would that okay with you ? ," I can take a little time off of work , or I can go on a weekend , also . " " I can take a little time off of work , or I can go on a weekend , also . "," We could meet at the real estate office , or I could pick you up at your home . " " We could meet at the real estate office , or I could pick you up at your home . "," I am leaving from work , so maybe I could just meet you at the first house that we will look at . " " I am leaving from work , so maybe I could just meet you at the first house that we will look at . ", I can think of five houses that we should look at . It will take most of the day . I can think of five houses that we should look at . It will take most of the day . , I would like to see as many as possible . I would like to see as many as possible . ," When I have confirmed the times with the owners , I will e-mail you our plans for the day . " "Diana , do you like the perfume I gave you ? "," It ’ s good . But to tell you the truth , I don ’ t wear perfume . " " It ’ s good . But to tell you the truth , I don ’ t wear perfume . ", I ’ m sorry . I didn ’ t know that . I ’ m sorry . I didn ’ t know that . , That ’ s all right . Thank you all the same . "I don't know what to do , if I can't find the money . ", Don't worry yourself too much . Don't worry yourself too much . , It's a large sum of money . I can't afford to lose it . "Hello , Steven . Congratulations ! ", Thank you . Thank you . , How's your married life ? How's your married life ? , We're happy together now . We both think that we're a well-matched couple . We're happy together now . We both think that we're a well-matched couple . , That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right . That's very good . It's said that marriage is the Ab of love . But the words may not be right . , The situation differs in person . Sandy . Do you have a minute ? ," Yes , John . I ’ m on my break . What ’ s going on ? " " Yes , John . I ’ m on my break . What ’ s going on ? ", Not much . I just wanted to see how you were . How ’ s married life treating you ? Not much . I just wanted to see how you were . How ’ s married life treating you ? ," Great , except for my mother-in-law ! Sometimes I think I married her instead of my husband ! How about you ? " "Hello , sir , what can I do for you today ? "," Hello , I need a new suit . I have an important interview next week , so I really need to look sharp . " " Hello , I need a new suit . I have an important interview next week , so I really need to look sharp . "," No problem ! We have a broad selection of suits , all tailored made so that it will fit perfectly . " " No problem ! We have a broad selection of suits , all tailored made so that it will fit perfectly . "," Great ! I want a three piece suit , preferably made from Italian cashmere or wool . " " Great ! I want a three piece suit , preferably made from Italian cashmere or wool . ", Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ? Very well sir . Would you like to have some shirts made also ? , Sure . I ’ ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties . Sure . I ’ ll also take some silver cuff link and a pair of silk ties . ," Very good . Now , if you will accompany me , we can take your measurements and choose the patterns for your suit and shirts . " "Hi , Mike . We're having a party tonight , wanna come join us ? You can bring your girlfriend . ", Well . I am breaking up with Cathy . Well . I am breaking up with Cathy . , What happened ? Did you have a fight ? What happened ? Did you have a fight ? , No . She is really a very nice girl ... No . She is really a very nice girl ... ," Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem . " " Yeah , she is . She is pretty , caring , getting easy-going and she is a great cook . She is a gem . "," Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ’ s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself . " " Well , you are right . But sometimes she is too caring . Well , no ... she ’ s just possessive and I kind of want a break ... you know ... for some room for myself . ", Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ? Oh ? ! Did you talk with her about it ? ," I've tried , but it didn't work . " " I've tried , but it didn't work . "," So , when are you going to tell her ? " " So , when are you going to tell her ? ", Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her . Maybe tonight . I don't know . I don't know how to tell her . , I know she ’ s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt ! I know she ’ s head over heels in love with you . She will be badly hurt ! , I know ... Are you still at that work ? ," Yes , I'm still working there . But I really find my job boring . I'd like to change my job . " " Yes , I'm still working there . But I really find my job boring . I'd like to change my job . ", What sort of job do you have in mind ? What sort of job do you have in mind ? , I think I'm quite fit for a driver . I think I'm quite fit for a driver . , But it's very tired . But it's very tired . , I don't care . I don't care . , What's your parents ' opinion ? What's your parents ' opinion ? , I haven't told them . Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation . Can you tell me how to apply for a job on the Internet ? , You just need to send an application . You just need to send an application . , Do I have to send one by e-mail ? Do I have to send one by e-mail ? , Yes . You are expected to know the e-mail address of the company . "Now that you'recommending such enormous fees , producers , directors , movie-makers must see you in a completely different light . ", Yeah . Yeah . , Then the standard that you set yourself originally must have changed . Then the standard that you set yourself originally must have changed . ," Well , if that's the case , I don't mind breaking the image that they might have or the standards that they have . I can only do what I know , and live how I've lived all my life , because I'm a fairly stubborn person . " " Well , if that's the case , I don't mind breaking the image that they might have or the standards that they have . I can only do what I know , and live how I've lived all my life , because I'm a fairly stubborn person . ", It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties . It seems to me that now you're famous . You've got to go out and be seen at the right places and go to the right parties . , I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen . I don't go to parties . The parties I go to are the barbecues I have in my house . Being seen in the right places is something that I don't believe in . I don't believe in going to events just for the sake I of being seen . , Then fans don't see you much in public places . Then fans don't see you much in public places . ," Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place . " " Yes . I have a very low-key life ; I have a great life . I love what I do and I love how I spend my time , which isn't in a public place . "," A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . ' " " A lot of people compare you to Julia Roberts . I wondered if there was anyone that you compare yourself to in Hollywood , that you've watched and thought , ' Well , they've got something I could use a little bit or could learn a little bit about . ' "," I've never had one person that I'd idolized . The comparisons to Jul-ia Roberts are incredibly flattering . I don't really know who I would compare myself to . I'd like to be a combination of a lot of people . A little bit of everything , really . I haven't quite figured out where my strengths are yet , and I've definitely found my weaknesses . " Could I see the manager please ? I have a complaint to make . ," Yes , I ’ m the manager here . What can I do for you , Madam ? " " Yes , I ’ m the manager here . What can I do for you , Madam ? ", Did you have the room checked before we move in ? Did you have the room checked before we move in ? , Which room are you in ? Which room are you in ? ," 1808 . The toilet doesn ’ t work properly , the water doesn ’ t run in the shower . " " 1808 . The toilet doesn ’ t work properly , the water doesn ’ t run in the shower . ", I ’ m awfully sorry to hear that . I ’ ll turn to it right away . "Mr . : For tomorrow , read pages 12 to 20 . Then do exercises one through ten on page 21 . ", Do we have to type out our homework ? Do we have to type out our homework ? , Mr . : No . You only do that when you write reports . Mr . : No . You only do that when you write reports . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? ," Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one . " " Mr . : For those of you who don't have a calculator , get one . ", We are allowed to use a calculator in class ? We are allowed to use a calculator in class ? ," Mr . : Yes . By the way , review today's notes this evening . We may have a small quiz tomorrow . " "How was your first date , David ? Are you satisfied with Jane ? "," It was all right . She , tall and attractive , has stable job and source of income . " " It was all right . She , tall and attractive , has stable job and source of income . "," Yes , so I think she is suitable for you . " " Yes , so I think she is suitable for you . "," But , well ... what I want to say is ... " " But , well ... what I want to say is ... ", Stop acting like this . Say away ! Stop acting like this . Say away ! , Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that . Her standard for selecting life partner is a little higher . I can not accept that . , What did she say ? What did she say ? ," She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents . " " She said she want a man with large house , luxurious car and healthy parents . ", Give her up . Isn't it past your bedtime already ? , I am not sleepy . I am not sleepy . ," It's getting late , and you have to wake up early tomorrow . " " It's getting late , and you have to wake up early tomorrow . ", There is no way that I can fall asleep right now . There is no way that I can fall asleep right now . , Try listening to some soft music . Try listening to some soft music . , It won't work . I'm nowhere close to being tired . It won't work . I'm nowhere close to being tired . ," I really don't care , just go to sleep . " " I really don't care , just go to sleep . "," What if I stay up and do something , until I get tired ? " " What if I stay up and do something , until I get tired ? ", You'll be up all night if I let you do that . You'll be up all night if I let you do that . , I'm going to get to sleep eventually . I'm going to get to sleep eventually . ," You need to go to sleep now , so go to sleep . " " You need to go to sleep now , so go to sleep . ", Good night . Oh ! I just want to drop in on him for a chat . ," Please come in , Mr.Jackson . " " Please come in , Mr.Jackson . "," No , thank you.Please tell him to phone me when he comes back . " Did you ever get a parking ticket ? , Only a few . Only a few . , What's a few ? What's a few ? ," I've gotten six , I think . " " I've gotten six , I think . ", Did you pay your fines ? Did you pay your fines ? , Of course I have . Of course I have . , How much are the parking tickets ? How much are the parking tickets ? , I think they're $ 130 . I think they're $ 130 . , That's expensive . That's expensive . , I just got a parking ticket . I just got a parking ticket . , You should probably pay the fine soon . You should probably pay the fine soon . , I'm going to pay it today . "You've met her before , haven't you ? ", I don't recall . Welcome . Can I help you ? , Do you have any postcards ? Do you have any postcards ? ," Yes , here are what we have exclusively for our guests . " " Yes , here are what we have exclusively for our guests . ", Can I have one each ? Can I have one each ? , Sure . Take as much as you want . They are free gifts from this shop . Sure . Take as much as you want . They are free gifts from this shop . , Is there anywhere I can buy some more cards with beautiful scenery ? Is there anywhere I can buy some more cards with beautiful scenery ? , Please try the shop there . They might have them . Please try the shop there . They might have them . ," Are their cards free , too ? " " Are their cards free , too ? "," No , their cards are for sale . " "Hello , Mr . Black , I'm calling to say goodbye . ", You're leaving so soon ? I wish you stayed a little longer . You're leaving so soon ? I wish you stayed a little longer . ," I wish I could stay a little longer , but a lot of things to do back home . " " I wish I could stay a little longer , but a lot of things to do back home . ", Have you got the ticket ? Have you got the ticket ? ," Yes , I did . " " Yes , I did . ", What time are you going ? What time are you going ? , At 11:00 o'clock . At 11:00 o'clock . , I'll pick you up by nine o'clock and take you straight to the airport . I'll pick you up by nine o'clock and take you straight to the airport . ," No , I'll go by myself , thanks . " " No , I'll go by myself , thanks . "," OK , goodbye . " I ’ d like to apply for a secretarial position . ," Very well , do you know any shorthand ? " " Very well , do you know any shorthand ? "," No , but I can write very fast . " " No , but I can write very fast . ", Can you use the computer or other office machines ? Can you use the computer or other office machines ? ," No , but I ’ d like to learn how to use them . " " No , but I ’ d like to learn how to use them . "," Yes , I see , this is a permanent position . " " Yes , I see , this is a permanent position . ", Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ? Can you work every day from 9 to 5 ? ," Oh , no , I ’ m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time . " " Oh , no , I ’ m student at a university , and I have to study most of the time . I can only work part time . "," I couldn ’ t possibly hire you . You can ’ t take shorthand , you can ’ t use a computer , and you can only work part time . " "Amy , you don't look so well . What happened ? ", Yes . I feel terrible . I have been coughing for the whole morning . Yes . I feel terrible . I have been coughing for the whole morning . , Do you feel anything else ? Do you feel anything else ? , Yes . I feel chilly and sluggish . Yes . I feel chilly and sluggish . , Have you had similar feelings before ? Have you had similar feelings before ? , No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me . No . This is my first Ae abroad . I am not sure what is wrong with me . , Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest . Don't worry . I believe you are just not agreeing with the local climate . I will get you some medicine . You will be alright after a good rest . , Thank you very much . Can you imagine a boat letting in the river ? , That would be terrible . That would be terrible . , Sure thing . I have an experience like that . Sure thing . I have an experience like that . ," Oh , how were you saved finally ? " " Oh , how were you saved finally ? ", I was in such a panic at that time . Fortunately another boat came along and I was saved from drowning . "Hey , buddy . Are the fish biting today ? ", They sure are . They are practically jumping in the boat . They sure are . They are practically jumping in the boat . ," Is that so ? Well , what kind of bait are you using ? " " Is that so ? Well , what kind of bait are you using ? ", We're catching most of our fish with lures . We're catching most of our fish with lures . , Lures ? We're using live bait over here . Lures ? We're using live bait over here . , What kind of live bait are you using ? Worms or minnows ? What kind of live bait are you using ? Worms or minnows ? , We're using worms . We're using worms . , Are you having any luck with the worms ? Are you having any luck with the worms ? ," No , we haven't even gotten a nibble today . " " No , we haven't even gotten a nibble today . ", That's too bad . Why don't you try using lures instead ? That's too bad . Why don't you try using lures instead ? ," I would , but I don't have any in my tackle box . " " I would , but I don't have any in my tackle box . "," That's too bad . Well , where are you fishing ? " " That's too bad . Well , where are you fishing ? ", I'm just fishing from the shore . How about you ? I'm just fishing from the shore . How about you ? , We went out in our boat . I have a favorite fishing hole out there . We went out in our boat . I have a favorite fishing hole out there . , Sweet.Can you tell me where it is ? Sweet.Can you tell me where it is ? ," Oh no , I can't tell you . It's a secret . Say , why don't you go over by the lily pads and try fishing there ? " " Oh no , I can't tell you . It's a secret . Say , why don't you go over by the lily pads and try fishing there ? ", Do you think that's a good spot ? Do you think that's a good spot ? ," Sure , I used to catch my legal limit of bass there all the time . " " Sure , I used to catch my legal limit of bass there all the time . ", Thanks . I think I'll go check that out now . Thanks . I think I'll go check that out now . , Good luck . I hope you each some fish . Mary has really gotten under my skin . ," I know what love it . When I was young , I felt the same way . " " I know what love it . When I was young , I felt the same way . ", I think I ’ m crazy about her . I think I ’ m crazy about her . ," You are , why not ask for a date ? " that was a great party . Thanks for saying behind to help me clear up . , it certainly was a great party . It ’ s a pity that a glass and a plate got broken and someone spilled a drink over here . it certainly was a great party . It ’ s a pity that a glass and a plate got broken and someone spilled a drink over here . ," I expected that something might get broken . That doesn ’ t bother me . That spilled drink won ’ t leave a stain , will it ? " " I expected that something might get broken . That doesn ’ t bother me . That spilled drink won ’ t leave a stain , will it ? "," I doubt it , I ‘ ll deal with it right away . Luckily it wasn ’ t a glass of red wine , I ’ ll just get a bowl of water and a cloth . " " I doubt it , I ‘ ll deal with it right away . Luckily it wasn ’ t a glass of red wine , I ’ ll just get a bowl of water and a cloth . ", I ’ m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag . I ’ m going to put all the rubbish into this big plastic bag . ," afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks . " " afterwards , we can do the washing up together . Everything will be finished within an hour . Your friend Keith is really funny . I liked his magic tricks . "," yes , he ’ s very good .. isn ’ t he ? He told some funny stories too . " " yes , he ’ s very good .. isn ’ t he ? He told some funny stories too . "," Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being ver serious . " " Amanda told some very funny jokes . At the beginning of the party , she was being ver serious . ", I think that she had a litter too much of the punch . I think that she had a litter too much of the punch . ," what did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong . " " what did you put in that punch ? It tasted great , but was quite strong . ", that ’ s my little secret . Did you like the snacks and I prepared ? that ’ s my little secret . Did you like the snacks and I prepared ? ," very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ’ t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves . " " very much . The birthday cake was delicious , wasn ’ t it ? Emily told me that she and karen made it themselves . "," that cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ’ s that stain ? " " that cake tasted so good ! It disappeared within minutes , so I think everyone liked it a lot . How ’ s that stain ? ", all cleaned up . Are you ready to start on the washing up . Ok . Let ’ s look at our short presentation on China . What do we need to include ? , We need to talk about the size of the country and its population . We need to talk about the size of the country and its population . ," Ok . China is about the same size as Canada and the united states and it has a population of about 1.3 billion , making it the latest country in the world by population . " " Ok . China is about the same size as Canada and the united states and it has a population of about 1.3 billion , making it the latest country in the world by population . "," It says here that most of the people are han Chinese , but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population . " " It says here that most of the people are han Chinese , but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population . ", We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ? We need to say something about the geography and climate of china . Is there any way to divide the country into sections ? ," We could divide into five parts . There ’ s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year . " " We could divide into five parts . There ’ s the northeast , which is mild in summer and very cold in winter . Then there is the northwest , which is largely desert . Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate . The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts . One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer . Then , in the south it is hot most of the year . ", That sounds very general . That sounds very general . ," It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one . " " It is , buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation . We can select cities from each part and give data for each one . "," One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ? " " One from each part ? Lhasa , Urumqi , Harbin , shanghai , and hongkong . The capital city is Beijing , right ? "," Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou . " " Yes . The other large cities are Chengdu , Dalian , Wuhan , tianjin , shenyang , Chongqing . Hongkong and Guangzhou . ", We should take a large map and highlight those cities . What is each of them famous for ? Good morning ! What's wrong with you ? , I have a bad headache . I have a bad headache . , How long have you been like this ? How long have you been like this ? , For two days . For two days . , Do you have a fever ? Do you have a fever ? , I ’ m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold . I ’ m afraid so . Sometimes I feel hot and sometimes I feel cold . , Let me take your temperature first . What degree have you received ? , I received a bachelor's degree . I received a bachelor's degree . , When and where did you obtain your degree ? When and where did you obtain your degree ? , I received my bachelor's degree from Peking University in 2004 . Hey ! That food was terrific . I can't eat another bite . Are you sure you don't want another dish ? ," No , I'm full . My stomach isn't growling at me any more . " " No , I'm full . My stomach isn't growling at me any more . ", I know what you mean . I'm so full that I can burst . Shall we go then ? I know what you mean . I'm so full that I can burst . Shall we go then ? ," I'm all set . Thank you for the dinner , Jack . " " I'm all set . Thank you for the dinner , Jack . ", You are welcome . I really think all Americans look alike . , You ’ re crazy ! You haven ’ t been here long enough . You ’ re crazy ! You haven ’ t been here long enough . , But they do . But they do . , What makes you say that ? What makes you say that ? ," They wear the same clothes , they ’ re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum . " " They wear the same clothes , they ’ re all blond , they all drive cars , they all own Parker fountain pens ; they all drink Coca Cola , and they all chew gum . "," I disagree with you . They don ’ t all wear the same clothes ; they ’ re definitely not all blond ; they don ’ t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ’ t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ’ t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ’ t have anything to do with how they look ! " " I disagree with you . They don ’ t all wear the same clothes ; they ’ re definitely not all blond ; they don ’ t all own Parker fountain pens ; they don ’ t all drink Coca Cola , and they don ’ t all chew gum . I do think they all drive cars though ! But that doesn ’ t have anything to do with how they look ! "," Maybe I am just homesick . I know you ’ re right . I just miss China , that ’ s all . " May i help you ? ," I hope so , do you have a shopping skirts ? something i could wear working in a ban ? " " I hope so , do you have a shopping skirts ? something i could wear working in a ban ? "," Sure , here you are . " " Sure , here you are . "," It is nice , may i try it on ? " " It is nice , may i try it on ? "," Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly . " " Yes , the fitting room is over there , it looks fantastic on you , this style color in sizes natural here and figure , perfectly . ", Does this fashion really fit my figure ? Does this fashion really fit my figure ? ," I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style . " " I think so , but the true thing is you look sharp in any style . "," Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body . " " Oh , thank you , just shows you what is going to max jemmy redate for all this body . "," Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now . " " Absolutely , i go to there to work three times a week , bend it for 6 month now . ", I thought you recognize she from there . I thought you recognize she from there . ," Oh , you like the rolling machine . " " Oh , you like the rolling machine . "," Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue . " " Yes , it is really good for my arms and shoulders , ok , i will take this one , do you have a blue in this size style ? i want one for my sister , she has a great figure and she loves blue . "," No problem , is this blue ok ? " " No problem , is this blue ok ? "," Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ? " " Oh , good , do you have a discount for two ? "," Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two . " " Yes , we do , there is a 90 percent for two . "," That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ? " " That is great , i will take this two , how much is that ? ", The total is 90 dollars including tax . The total is 90 dollars including tax . ," Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ? " " Ok , 90 dollars , do you accept this card ? "," Yes , we do , debit or credit ? " " Yes , we do , debit or credit ? ", Debit card . Debit card . ," Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ? " " Please keen your key number here , do you want to any extra cash back ? "," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", Have a good day . Have a good day . ," Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime . " " Thanks , you too , how see your maxes sometime . "," Great , take care . " " Great , take care . "," Thanks , byebye . " You ’ re free to go . , That ’ s great . That ’ s great . , What are your plans now that you ’ re getting out ? What are your plans now that you ’ re getting out ? , I want to go back to school . I want to go back to school . , What is your major going to be ? What is your major going to be ? , I haven ’ t decided yet . I haven ’ t decided yet . , I hope I don ’ t ever see you back in here . I hope I don ’ t ever see you back in here . , I ’ m never coming back . I ’ m never coming back . , This really isn ’ t the place for you . This really isn ’ t the place for you . , I realize that . I realize that . , Good luck out there . Good luck out there . , Thanks . Things are going to be different now . I'm not sure about how to operate the washer and dryer . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , I need help turning them on . I need help turning them on . , You need change . You need change . , The machines take change ? The machines take change ? , Yes . It costs fifty cents for the washer and a dollar for the dryer . Yes . It costs fifty cents for the washer and a dollar for the dryer . , Where do i put the money in ? Where do i put the money in ? ," You put the coins into the slot , push it in , and it will turn on . " " You put the coins into the slot , push it in , and it will turn on . ", That's it ? That's it ? , There's nothing else to it . There's nothing else to it . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You're welcome . Let me know if you need anything else . Do you watch a lot of TV ? , Not really . I could take it or leave it . Not really . I could take it or leave it . , Not me . I have to have my TV and watch whatever comes on . Not me . I have to have my TV and watch whatever comes on . , How can you do that ? "How may I help you , miss ? ", I want to change my hairstyle . What would you suggest ? I want to change my hairstyle . What would you suggest ? , Would you like to have a perm ? Would you like to have a perm ? , Do you think it will suit me ? Do you think it will suit me ? ," Oh , absolutely . " " Oh , absolutely . "," Ok , I'll have it for a change . " Good morning . Craftsman Company . Can I help you ? , Uh ... yeah . Hi ! Is Susie there ? Uh ... yeah . Hi ! Is Susie there ? , You must have dialed the wrong number . You must have dialed the wrong number . , Oh . I'm sorry . But is this 321-9987 ? Oh . I'm sorry . But is this 321-9987 ? , Sorry . This is 321-9887 . Sorry . This is 321-9887 . , I am really sorry . I am really sorry . , It's ok . Did you get a chance to speak with the sellers about my counter-offer ? ," Yes , and I think I have good news for you . " " Yes , and I think I have good news for you . ", Did they accept the counter-offer ? Did they accept the counter-offer ? ," Yes , they accepted your counter-offer , but they want you to pay for the home inspection . " " Yes , they accepted your counter-offer , but they want you to pay for the home inspection . ", How much will that cost ? How much will that cost ? , It will cost you around five hundred to one thousand dollars for a home inspection . It will cost you around five hundred to one thousand dollars for a home inspection . , Can I choose the home inspector ? Can I choose the home inspector ? ," Yes , you are paying for it , so you get to choose . I would pick the best one . " " Yes , you are paying for it , so you get to choose . I would pick the best one . "," So , when are you going to inform the owners of my acceptance ? " " So , when are you going to inform the owners of my acceptance ? ", I will call the owners right now . They will be happy to hear the good news . Who do you think will win the championship ? , I really can't say . Both teams this year seem really good . I really can't say . Both teams this year seem really good . , There's a game on tonight . You want to watch it with me ? There's a game on tonight . You want to watch it with me ? , That sounds great ! good afternoon . “ ginger ’ s restaurant ” . May I help you ? , yes . I ’ d like to book a table for Friday evening please . yes . I ’ d like to book a table for Friday evening please . , certainly . For how many people ? certainly . For how many people ? , we ’ ll be eight or nine people . Could we book a private room ? we ’ ll be eight or nine people . Could we book a private room ? , I ’ ll just check . At what time on Friday evening ? I ’ ll just check . At what time on Friday evening ? , about 7:30 . about 7:30 . , yes . That ’ s fine . We can book you a private room for up to ten people at that time.Could you give me your name please ? yes . That ’ s fine . We can book you a private room for up to ten people at that time.Could you give me your name please ? , my name is Jenkins . My phone number is 7539738 2 . that ’ s confirmed then . 7:30 on Friday . my name is Jenkins . My phone number is 7539738 2 . that ’ s confirmed then . 7:30 on Friday . , yes . Do you intend to order a la carte or will you be having our seafood buffet ? yes . Do you intend to order a la carte or will you be having our seafood buffet ? ," oh , we ’ d like the buffet please . We ’ Ve heard it ’ s very good . " Did you watch the Premiership last night ? ," Yes , I watched United play Chelsea . What a fierce battle ! allay were engaged in intensive pressing and tackling in midfield . Well , it was not like a normal English League match . " " Yes , I watched United play Chelsea . What a fierce battle ! allay were engaged in intensive pressing and tackling in midfield . Well , it was not like a normal English League match . "," No , it wasn't . Rather , it looked like a Bundesliga match , where physical contact is so frequent . English League teams are apt to pass the midfield quickly with long passes . It seems to me English soccer players are very gentlemanly . As Diego Maradona spoke teasingly , they often knew only chasing hard after the ball , but forgot to steal it . " " No , it wasn't . Rather , it looked like a Bundesliga match , where physical contact is so frequent . English League teams are apt to pass the midfield quickly with long passes . It seems to me English soccer players are very gentlemanly . As Diego Maradona spoke teasingly , they often knew only chasing hard after the ball , but forgot to steal it . "," Haha . That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common , and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent . And the ball is often kept flying overhead , drawing beautiful curves in the sky . Such games are quite pleasing to the eye . " " Haha . That's probably why slide tackle and fouls are less common , and offsides more frequent in English League matches than those on the Continent . And the ball is often kept flying overhead , drawing beautiful curves in the sky . Such games are quite pleasing to the eye . ", Which team do you back then ? Which team do you back then ? ," I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking . " " I'm a firm United supporter . I like their playing style . The Reds always have several excellent wing-backs , Like Riggs , Peckham and Gary Neville . They often make wonderful crosses when they assist in attacking . ", But the Reds keep a weak midfield . I think Juventas of Italian Series A have always maintained a very formidable midfield . It is the main source of its strength . I ’ m so frustrated ! ," what ’ s wrong , Jim ? " " what ’ s wrong , Jim ? "," I called the electronics shop to find out what time they close , and it took me twenty minutes to get what I wanted ! " " I called the electronics shop to find out what time they close , and it took me twenty minutes to get what I wanted ! ", Twenty minutes just to find out what their business hours are ? Twenty minutes just to find out what their business hours are ? ," yes.They have some sort of digital receptionist.So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to . " " yes.They have some sort of digital receptionist.So when I called in , a machine told me to push a button for the department I wanted to be transferred to . "," Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person.What did you do ? " " Oh , I hate getting voicemail instead of a person.What did you do ? "," I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information . " " I just kept pushing buttons . I was transferred to customer service , but there a machine told me to choose between technical help , warranty information , or price information . ", Couldn ’ d you choose to be transferred to a real person ? Couldn ’ d you choose to be transferred to a real person ? ," Eventually I did get to a real person . I found out the closing time , but by then the store had already closed ! " "Mary , please go to the door . I hear the bell . "," It's the mailman , Mother . Here's a letter from Uncle George . " " It's the mailman , Mother . Here's a letter from Uncle George . ", Give it to me ... How wonderful ! He's coming to visit us . Give it to me ... How wonderful ! He's coming to visit us . , When's he coming ? When's he coming ? , He's coming by car on the twenty-fourth . He's staying from thetwenty-fourth to the twenty-sixth . He's coming by car on the twenty-fourth . He's staying from thetwenty-fourth to the twenty-sixth . , Let me look at the calendar . Good ! The twenty-fourth is a Saturday . Is he coming alone ? Let me look at the calendar . Good ! The twenty-fourth is a Saturday . Is he coming alone ? ," No , he's coming with Aunt Cynthia and the girls . " " No , he's coming with Aunt Cynthia and the girls . "," Mother , I don't remember the girls . How old are they ? " " Mother , I don't remember the girls . How old are they ? ", Your cousin Fay is fifteen . Rosemary is older than Fay . She's seventeen . Your cousin Fay is fifteen . Rosemary is older than Fay . She's seventeen . , Are they going to stay here with us ? Are they going to stay here with us ? , Of course . The girls can stay in your room with you . Of course . The girls can stay in your room with you . ," Mother , may we have a party ? " " Mother , may we have a party ? "," If you like , but now we have to think about meals and many other things . " " If you like , but now we have to think about meals and many other things . "," Prepare the list , Mother . I can go shopping . I can go to the small stores.Everyone knows me there . " "Mary , it was wrong of you to be so late . Mother ’ s very worried . ", I ’ m so sorry I ’ m late . But Henry ’ s car broke down . I ’ m so sorry I ’ m late . But Henry ’ s car broke down . , I don ’ t really like Henry . I like my Rose . I don ’ t really like Henry . I like my Rose . , I don ’ t like your Rose . And I do love Henry . And I ’ m going to marry him . I don ’ t like your Rose . And I do love Henry . And I ’ m going to marry him . , But my Rose is great . But my Rose is great . , Your Rose is a fool . Your Rose is a fool . ," Really , Mary , you ’ re horrible . " " Really , Mary , you ’ re horrible . "," Why don ’ t you marry Rose , then ? " Do you like cooking ? , I love it . I really enjoy creating a meal from various ingredients and watching my friends enjoy it.It gives me a real sense of satisfaction.Do you enjoy cooking ? I love it . I really enjoy creating a meal from various ingredients and watching my friends enjoy it.It gives me a real sense of satisfaction.Do you enjoy cooking ? ," I don ’ t like it.It takes up too much time and I really hate having it clean up after the meal . I can ’ t stand doing the washing up , drying up and putting all the dishes and cutlery away . " " I don ’ t like it.It takes up too much time and I really hate having it clean up after the meal . I can ’ t stand doing the washing up , drying up and putting all the dishes and cutlery away . ", You can ask the guests for help . My guests usually insist on doing the washing up . I just have to remind them where everything goes . You can ask the guests for help . My guests usually insist on doing the washing up . I just have to remind them where everything goes . , So what kinds of dishes do you usually make ? I know you like Italian food . So what kinds of dishes do you usually make ? I know you like Italian food . ," Italian , Indian and chinese . I ’ Ve only recently started cooking chinese meals and I need some more practice . " " Italian , Indian and chinese . I ’ Ve only recently started cooking chinese meals and I need some more practice . ", Do you find it hard to get ingredients for Chinese food ? Do you find it hard to get ingredients for Chinese food ? ," Not at all.You can find most of them in supermarkets.The ingredients are usually the same as in Western food.The way that the food is prepared is the big difference , not the ingredients . " " Not at all.You can find most of them in supermarkets.The ingredients are usually the same as in Western food.The way that the food is prepared is the big difference , not the ingredients . ", How long does it take you to cook a meal for 5 or 6 people ? How long does it take you to cook a meal for 5 or 6 people ? ," Obviously , it depends on what I ’ m cooking.But I ’ d say it generally takes about one and a half hours . " "Welcome to IBA Bank , how can we be of service ? ", I spoke to a girl named Claire on the phone ; it's about losing my card and everything . I spoke to a girl named Claire on the phone ; it's about losing my card and everything . ," What I need you to do first is fill in these forms , with as much detail as possible . Then we can get you a new card . " " What I need you to do first is fill in these forms , with as much detail as possible . Then we can get you a new card . "," So , I can get my new card today ? " " So , I can get my new card today ? "," I'm sorry , Sir , the full procedure can take up to 7 days to process everything . " " I'm sorry , Sir , the full procedure can take up to 7 days to process everything . ", 7 days ! What am I supposed to do for money until then ? 7 days ! What am I supposed to do for money until then ? ," If you bring some ID with you , it's possible for you to make a withdrawal over the counter if you need to . But unfortunately , without your new card you cannot use the ATM , so all withdrawals must be made within working hours . " "Hi Mary , how's it going ? "," Well , last night I had a big argument with Ann . " " Well , last night I had a big argument with Ann . ", Terrible . It must be something serious . You two are such close friends . Terrible . It must be something serious . You two are such close friends . ," Now that I look back at it , it wasn't that big a deal . I shouldn't have lost my temper . " " Now that I look back at it , it wasn't that big a deal . I shouldn't have lost my temper . ", Really ? What happened ? Really ? What happened ? ," It's just we've been planning to go the beach for a while , and we decided we could both make it this weekend . Then out of nowhere she called me up , said her boyfriend had made plans and that she need to cancel the trip . I was so angry when she told me that I said she didn't care about our friendship at all . " " It's just we've been planning to go the beach for a while , and we decided we could both make it this weekend . Then out of nowhere she called me up , said her boyfriend had made plans and that she need to cancel the trip . I was so angry when she told me that I said she didn't care about our friendship at all . ", That's pretty harsh . That's pretty harsh . ," I know , but I was so upset . I mean , come on ! Does she have to do everything her boyfriend says ? " " I know , but I was so upset . I mean , come on ! Does she have to do everything her boyfriend says ? ", You know she probably feels just as bad . You know she probably feels just as bad . ," Well , I think I was being a little selfish myself . I know they don't get to see each other very often . " " Well , I think I was being a little selfish myself . I know they don't get to see each other very often . "," Well , in that case I guess maybe you can be more understanding . You shouldn't let a trivial thing like this stand in the way of your friendship . After all you can go to the beach anytime you want . " " Well , in that case I guess maybe you can be more understanding . You shouldn't let a trivial thing like this stand in the way of your friendship . After all you can go to the beach anytime you want . "," Yeah , I'll call later to patch things up . " Do you get the news that our company is trying to find out new tactics to test us ? , I know something about it . Our company often organizes all kinds of lectures to improve our professional skills . I know something about it . Our company often organizes all kinds of lectures to improve our professional skills . ," It takes most of our weekends to listen to these boring lectures , so I can not bear it anymore . It is said that they think out some tests to check our management skills . " " It takes most of our weekends to listen to these boring lectures , so I can not bear it anymore . It is said that they think out some tests to check our management skills . ", Is that true ? Is that true ? , Definitely ! Definitely ! ," If that information is exact , I guess our company is willing to promote someone . " They are professors and government officials . , Where are they from ? Where are they from ? , Most of them are from America and Europe . Most of them are from America and Europe . , What are they doing in Beijing ? What are they doing in Beijing ? , They are attending an international conference here . They are attending an international conference here . , Which hotel are they staying at ? Which hotel are they staying at ? , They are staying at the Hilton Hotel . Did you go to the basketball game on Friday ? ," No , I couldn't make it . " " No , I couldn't make it . ", You missed a really good game . You missed a really good game . ," Oh , really ? Who won ? " " Oh , really ? Who won ? ", Our school did . They played really well . Our school did . They played really well . , Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go . Too bad I was busy . I really wanted to go . ," Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting . " " Yeah , you should have . It was really exciting . ", So what was the score ? So what was the score ? , The score was 101-98 . The score was 101-98 . ," Man , that was a really close game . " " Man , that was a really close game . ", That's what made it so great . That's what made it so great . , I'll make sure and make it to the next one . "Mom , did you feel the earthquake this afternoon ? "," Oh , that scared me . " " Oh , that scared me . ", The breaking news just reported some houses were destroyed by the earthquake . The breaking news just reported some houses were destroyed by the earthquake . ," Oh , dear ! How ruthless ! " " Oh , dear ! How ruthless ! ", Do you think we can donate some clothes and food for the victims ? Do you think we can donate some clothes and food for the victims ? , Why not ? That's a good idea to help them . What stresses you out the most ? , Probably my parents . Probably my parents . , How so ? How so ? ," Well , during school , they wanted good grades . Then after I got a job , they wanted me to get a better job . And finally , they want me to get married . " " Well , during school , they wanted good grades . Then after I got a job , they wanted me to get a better job . And finally , they want me to get married . ", You have to deal with a lot of pressure from your parents . You have to deal with a lot of pressure from your parents . , Your parents are not like that ? Your parents are not like that ? ," Ever since I brought home some bad grades in elementary school , they never expected much . " " Ever since I brought home some bad grades in elementary school , they never expected much . ", You're lucky . You're lucky . , What do you do to deal with the stress ? What do you do to deal with the stress ? ," Not much I can do . It's always there . I sometimes go out with some friends and drink , but that's only a temporary solution . The stress always returns in the morning . " " Not much I can do . It's always there . I sometimes go out with some friends and drink , but that's only a temporary solution . The stress always returns in the morning . ", That sucks . You wanna go grab a beer ? That sucks . You wanna go grab a beer ? , Sure . Sounds great . Let's go . Do you have this design with only one breast pocket ? ," Let me see.Oh , we have the design but not the same color as this one . " " Let me see.Oh , we have the design but not the same color as this one . ", It's a pity . I'm afraid that's too loud for me.Thank you . It's a pity . I'm afraid that's too loud for me.Thank you . , You're welcome . What channel did you watch last night ? , Channel Two . A TV series was showing on it . The name of the series is Huanzhu Gene Channel Two . A TV series was showing on it . The name of the series is Huanzhu Gene , How do you feel about it ? How do you feel about it ? , Generally it's to my appetite . What about you ? Generally it's to my appetite . What about you ? ," Well , I don't think much about it . To me , it's a sheer waste of time " " Well , I don't think much about it . To me , it's a sheer waste of time ", Don't be too critical . So what's your favorite ? Don't be too critical . So what's your favorite ? ," Variety shows and talk shows , I think . " "Hi Ron , this is Kim at headquarters . "," Oh , hi Kim . How ’ s it going ? " " Oh , hi Kim . How ’ s it going ? "," Great , thanks . I was calling to change our meeting next week . " " Great , thanks . I was calling to change our meeting next week . "," Ok , sure . When did you have in mind ? " " Ok , sure . When did you have in mind ? "," Well , I was hoping we could reschedule for early next month , Our trip has been postponed until the 2nd . " " Well , I was hoping we could reschedule for early next month , Our trip has been postponed until the 2nd . ", Why don ’ t ’ we say the 3rd around 2:00 p . m . ? Why don ’ t ’ we say the 3rd around 2:00 p . m . ? , That works for me ! I will call you when I get into town to reconfirm . That works for me ! I will call you when I get into town to reconfirm . , Great . Talk to you then . I want to get a snack at the cafeteria . , What are you going to buy ? What are you going to buy ? , I may just get some chips . I may just get some chips . , I'm probably going to buy something too . I'm probably going to buy something too . , What do you want to get ? What do you want to get ? , I want some sort of candy . I want some sort of candy . , What kind do you want ? What kind do you want ? , I want some chocolate . I want some chocolate . , What kind of chocolate ? What kind of chocolate ? , I'm going to get a Snickers or a Kit Kat . I'm going to get a Snickers or a Kit Kat . , I don't think they sell Kit Kats . I don't think they sell Kit Kats . , I'll just get a Snickers then . I need order in the court ! , I am ready to make my plea . I am ready to make my plea . , What do you plead ? What do you plead ? , I plead not guilty . I plead not guilty . , All the evidence indicates that you are guilty . All the evidence indicates that you are guilty . ," I realize that , but I am not guilty . " " I realize that , but I am not guilty . ", Is that right ? Is that right ? , I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed . I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed . , Who is the guilty party ? Who is the guilty party ? , I ’ ll tell you if you let me go . I ’ ll tell you if you let me go . , I ’ d be glad to make a deal with you . I ’ d be glad to make a deal with you . , I am willing to tell you that information . Do you know something about Mount Tai ? , Yes . But not too much . It is considered as the head of five sacred mountains in China . Yes . But not too much . It is considered as the head of five sacred mountains in China . , Five sacred mountains ? Why people call them so ? Five sacred mountains ? Why people call them so ? ," Because in history , the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation . " " Because in history , the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation . ", Got it . Can we see any things left by them ? Got it . Can we see any things left by them ? , Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain . Definitely . There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain . , I want to see them . How can I go there ? I want to see them . How can I go there ? , That is easy . You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai . I would like the two clothes washed . , No problem.madam.But I think the red sweater is not colorfast.Would you like to have it dry cleaned ? No problem.madam.But I think the red sweater is not colorfast.Would you like to have it dry cleaned ? ," Thank you for your reminding.Yes , please have it dry cleaned . " " Thank you for your reminding.Yes , please have it dry cleaned . ", I will bring them to your room tomorrow afternoon . What's the matter ? , Which subway should I take to get to the East Side ? Which subway should I take to get to the East Side ? ," Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central . " " Oh , you have to take the shuttle to Grand Central . ", Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ? Which train is that ? Which platform does it leave from ? ," It's not on this platform . These trains are uptown and downtown , not crosstown . You have to go up these stairs over there . " Sorry I was late for the meeting today . I got stuck in traffic . , That's okay . Better late than never . I am here to tell you that the clothes are very much to taste of our market and the customers are quite satisfied with the excellent quality . , We are very glad to hear that . We are sure that there will be a bigger market for our products in this country . We are very glad to hear that . We are sure that there will be a bigger market for our products in this country . ," Well , we have an extensive sales organization and a thorough knowledge of Asian market . Your products would sell very well here . We are prepared to do more business with you . We are also interested in handing a sole agent for you . " " Well , we have an extensive sales organization and a thorough knowledge of Asian market . Your products would sell very well here . We are prepared to do more business with you . We are also interested in handing a sole agent for you . "," We really appreciate your efforts . Before we go to the core of matter , can you give us some idea of them on which you would be willing to operate as our agent ? " " We really appreciate your efforts . Before we go to the core of matter , can you give us some idea of them on which you would be willing to operate as our agent ? ", No problem . When is your vacation going to start ? , I'll be leaving on the fifth of August for the vacation I'll be leaving on the fifth of August for the vacation ," Oh , that's only a few days from now ! How many weeks are you going to be taking ? " " Oh , that's only a few days from now ! How many weeks are you going to be taking ? ", I'm taking two weeks now . but I want to save the other week and take it sometime during the winter . I'm taking two weeks now . but I want to save the other week and take it sometime during the winter . , Where are you going now . Where are you going now . , To the beach To the beach , Have you made your hotel reservation yet ? Have you made your hotel reservation yet ? ," Oh , I don't need to do that . I'll be staying with friends " " Oh , I don't need to do that . I'll be staying with friends ", You're lucky . It's hard to find a place to stay at the beach in August You're lucky . It's hard to find a place to stay at the beach in August ," Just think , in a few days , I'll be swimming and lying in the sun and just taking it easy . " I'm glad I brought my jacket on this trip . ," Yes , I didn't know Washington , DC got so cold in winter . " " Yes , I didn't know Washington , DC got so cold in winter . ", What would you like to do today ? What would you like to do today ? , I really think we should take a tour of the White House . I really think we should take a tour of the White House . , I thought we could go to some of the museums.Don ' t you want to see the museums ? I thought we could go to some of the museums.Don ' t you want to see the museums ? ," Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House.We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here . " " Of course . But today I feel like seeing the White House.We should see it first , because it's the most famous historical building here . "," I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous.But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring . " " I don't agree . I think the Capitol building is the most famous.But okay . If you want to see the White House , we'll go see it . I'm just afraid it will be boring . ", Boring ? How can it be boring ? It sounds very interesting to me . "Hi , excuse me sir ? I ’ m looking for a dress shoe . My usual pair that I ’ Ve had for years have finally been stretched out of shape . They don ’ t provide any support anymore . "," Sure , what kind of shoe are you looking for ? We ’ Ve got strappy sandals , sleek high heels , edgy pumps , or if you ’ re looking for something a little more practical , we ’ Ve got Mary Janes , ballerinas . " " Sure , what kind of shoe are you looking for ? We ’ Ve got strappy sandals , sleek high heels , edgy pumps , or if you ’ re looking for something a little more practical , we ’ Ve got Mary Janes , ballerinas . "," Show me some classic high heels , please . " " Show me some classic high heels , please . "," Ok , right this way . What color did you have in mind ? " " Ok , right this way . What color did you have in mind ? ", Black . Classic . Black . Classic . ," Of course . We ’ Ve got this style here that is very popular . Because it ’ s an open-toe shoe , you can wear it any time of the year . They look great on everyone . " " Of course . We ’ Ve got this style here that is very popular . Because it ’ s an open-toe shoe , you can wear it any time of the year . They look great on everyone . ", Umm . too shiny . And I wear pantyhose with my shoes so let ’ s look for a closed-toe shoe . Umm . too shiny . And I wear pantyhose with my shoes so let ’ s look for a closed-toe shoe . ," OK , these are a very nice pair of leather shoes with a two-inch heel so they are very comfortable . " " OK , these are a very nice pair of leather shoes with a two-inch heel so they are very comfortable . ", I don ’ t like the pointed toes . Let me take a look at what else you have . Too high . That one looks like the back would cut into my heel . I have a high instep so I doubt that one will fit properly . I don ’ t like the pointed toes . Let me take a look at what else you have . Too high . That one looks like the back would cut into my heel . I have a high instep so I doubt that one will fit properly . , What size ? What size ? , Seven-and-a-half . Seven-and-a-half . , Here we are . How does it fit ? Here we are . How does it fit ? ," Hmmm.Not good . They ’ re too tight.The length is right , but the shoe is too narrow and it ’ s pinching my toes . And there ’ d be no room for my insoles . You know what ? I don ’ t think I have the patience fo " " Hmmm.Not good . They ’ re too tight.The length is right , but the shoe is too narrow and it ’ s pinching my toes . And there ’ d be no room for my insoles . You know what ? I don ’ t think I have the patience fo "," Have a nice day , Ma ’ am . " Have you considered upgrading your system ? ," Yes , but I'm not sure what exactly I would need . " " Yes , but I'm not sure what exactly I would need . ", You could consider adding a painting program to your software . It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising . You could consider adding a painting program to your software . It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising . , That would be a definite bonus . That would be a definite bonus . , You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now . You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now . , How can we do that ? How can we do that ? ," You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ? " " You'd probably need a faster processor , to begin with . And you also need a more powerful hard disc , more memory and a faster modem . Do you have a CD-ROM drive ? ", No . No . ," Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds . " " Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too , because most new software programs are coming out on Cds . ", That sounds great . Thanks . "Look , there are some words on the fish . ", I know that they are auspicious fish . It's quite popular nowadays . I know that they are auspicious fish . It's quite popular nowadays . , For God's sake ! It's too bloody . How can people be so cruel ? For God's sake ! It's too bloody . How can people be so cruel ? , Not at all . I think the tattoos are so cool and chic . Not at all . I think the tattoos are so cool and chic . , You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people . You can't prick the fish to please the sick tastes of some bloody people . ," Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal . " " Honey , it's not so serious . It's just an animal . "," Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ? " " Just an animal ? But it has life too . If you want a tattoo , get one . It's your choice because you want it . But has anyone asked the fish if it wanted one ? "," OK , I understand , but what else could we do ? " "Hilton hotel , may I help you ? ", We would like to book a table for 6 at 7:00 in the evening . We would like to book a table for 6 at 7:00 in the evening . ," OK , sir . We will arrange one for you . " " OK , sir . We will arrange one for you . ", Can we bring drinks by ourselves ? Can we bring drinks by ourselves ? ," Sorry , sir . It's not allowed in our hotel . " " Sorry , sir . It's not allowed in our hotel . ", All right . Thank you . Do you have any shoes like these ? , What size ? What size ? , Size five . Size five . , What colour ? What colour ? , Black . Black . , I ’ m sorry . We don't haven any . I ’ m sorry . We don't haven any . , But my sister bought this pair last month . But my sister bought this pair last month . , Did she buy them here ? Did she buy them here ? ," No , she bought them in the U . S . " " No , she bought them in the U . S . "," We had some shoes like those a month ago , but we don't have any now . " " We had some shoes like those a month ago , but we don't have any now . ", Can you get a pair for me please ? Can you get a pair for me please ? , I ’ m afraid that I can ’ t . They were in fashion last year and the year before last . But they ’ re not in fashion this year . These shoes are in fashion now . I ’ m afraid that I can ’ t . They were in fashion last year and the year before last . But they ’ re not in fashion this year . These shoes are in fashion now . , They look very uncomfortable . They look very uncomfortable . , They are very uncomfortable . But women always wear uncomfortable shoes ! I am so bored all day . , Why ? Why ? , Jack borrowed a large sum of money from me and didn ’ t pay me back . Jack borrowed a large sum of money from me and didn ’ t pay me back . , Don ’ t make a mountain out of molehill . I am sure he will do that on his payday . "Excuse me , you look lost.Can I help you ? "," Oh , Thank you . I'm looking for the train station . " " Oh , Thank you . I'm looking for the train station . ", Right . Let me see . You go straight down here and turn right . Right . Let me see . You go straight down here and turn right . ," Right ? OK , got it . " " Right ? OK , got it . ", Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ? Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ? , Next left then right ? OK . "Alice , I never knew you had such a lovely voice . You really can sing , can't you ? "," Thanks , Mark . I used to be a member of the school choir . " " Thanks , Mark . I used to be a member of the school choir . ", No wonder you can control your voice so well . You are a professional singer . No wonder you can control your voice so well . You are a professional singer . ," Well , you are flattering me . I wouldn't say I am a professional , but I did receive some training at school . My music teacher used to be a professional singer . " " Well , you are flattering me . I wouldn't say I am a professional , but I did receive some training at school . My music teacher used to be a professional singer . "," Well , a good teacher makes good students . " " Well , a good teacher makes good students . ", You are quite right . That new Sony camcorder you've got is just beautiful . , Yeah.It is the very latest in digital video cameras . Yeah.It is the very latest in digital video cameras . , I can see digital video products are quickly going mainstream with their plunging price . I can see digital video products are quickly going mainstream with their plunging price . , Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity.They come with a lot of inviting functions . Getting cheaper is not the only reason for their popularity.They come with a lot of inviting functions . , Such as ? Such as ? ," They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode . " " They offer clearer and sharper images . Many of them also have up to 20x optical zoom lenses , a photo mode and fast-action mode . ", They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand . They are very compact and are designed to be used with one hand . ," Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital . " " Right ! Anyway , the basic difference between a digital camcorder and its traditional counterpart is that it speaks digital . ", What does this mean ? What does this mean ? ," This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer . " " This means digital camcorders can be connected with the digital equipments you have at home , like your digital TV or your computer . ", I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing . I can transfer my home video clips from my camcorder to my computer for editing . ," Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects . " " Sure ! And without any conversion process or loss of quality ! You quickly find , cut , and record video segments and create slide shows . Some camcorders even offer editing software for adding titles and special effects . ", What special effects ? What special effects ? , Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves . Like creating a sepia tone look and some special effects such as fades and dissolves . , That's great ! That's great ! ," With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners . " " With the development of the broad band Internet , you can easily upload your video files to websites or e-mail them to relatives or business partners . ", So everybody's getting video mail . "You have the right to remain silent . Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law . You have the right to have an attorney present during questioning . If you cannot afford an attorney , one will be appointed for you.Do you understand ? ", Yes . Yes . , What's your name ? What's your name ? , My name is James . My name is James . , What's your nationality ? What's your nationality ? , American . American . , What's your relationship with the victim ? What's your relationship with the victim ? , I don't know him . I don't know him . , Why did you attack the victim ? Why did you attack the victim ? , Because he beat me first when I tried to stop him from grabbing my bag and running away . Because he beat me first when I tried to stop him from grabbing my bag and running away . , How many times did you stab the victim ? How many times did you stab the victim ? , I stabbed his belly three times . I stabbed his belly three times . , Did you know hat your actions might cause serous injuries or death ? Did you know hat your actions might cause serous injuries or death ? ," I knew , but I couldn't myself . " " I knew , but I couldn't myself . ", Was it your intention to kill the victim ? Was it your intention to kill the victim ? ," No . I didn't kill him on purpose , madam . It's him who caused the incident . I need to see my attorney . " " No . I didn't kill him on purpose , madam . It's him who caused the incident . I need to see my attorney . ", OK.Give me his number and we'll contact him . How big is your family ? ," My family is not big , there are only 3 of us-my parents and I . " " My family is not big , there are only 3 of us-my parents and I . ", Who supports the family ? Who supports the family ? ," My father supports the family , and he is the sole breadwinner . My mother is a housewife . " " My father supports the family , and he is the sole breadwinner . My mother is a housewife . ", Do you live with your family ? Do you live with your family ? ," Yes , we live a happy life together . " Susan ? We ’ re having a farewell party for John Anderson today . ," What time ? I ’ d like to go , but my calendar is really full today . " " What time ? I ’ d like to go , but my calendar is really full today . ", We ’ re starting at 12:00 and it ’ ll go on for the rest of the afternoon . We ’ re starting at 12:00 and it ’ ll go on for the rest of the afternoon . , I ’ ll try to make it . I should be able to fit some time in around 3 o ’ clock . Why don't we get you some shirts ? , I want to leave . We've already been here two hours . I want to leave . We've already been here two hours . , But we should get you some shirts while we're here . You need summer shirts . But we should get you some shirts while we're here . You need summer shirts . , I would rather buy them somewhere else . I would rather buy them somewhere else . , Why ? They have everything here . Why ? They have everything here . , I don't like shopping in malls . I like shopping on the street . There is more variety . I don't like shopping in malls . I like shopping on the street . There is more variety . , Let's just look and see what they have . Let's just look and see what they have . , Alright . Alright . , What about these shirts ? Do you see anything you like ? What about these shirts ? Do you see anything you like ? , The styles here are too boring for me . I told you . I like street shopping . The styles here are too boring for me . I told you . I like street shopping . ," Oh , come on ! Don't be so sour . These are beautiful shirts . I know if we don't buy some today , you will never go shopping by yourself . " " Oh , come on ! Don't be so sour . These are beautiful shirts . I know if we don't buy some today , you will never go shopping by yourself . ", Sure I would . Sure I would . , Here . Look at this shirt . Try it on . Here . Look at this shirt . Try it on . , Do they have it in LARGE . Do they have it in LARGE . , I don't know . Let me look on the rack . Here is one . LARGE . Try it on . I don't know . Let me look on the rack . Here is one . LARGE . Try it on . , Where is the fitting room ? I don't see it . Where is the fitting room ? I don't see it . , The fitting rooms are over there . The fitting rooms are over there . ," Okay , I will try it on . " " Okay , I will try it on . ", It looks good on you . It looks good on you . , I look like a nerd . I look like a nerd . ," No , it looks great.Why are you always like this when you're shopping ? You know it looks good . " " No , it looks great.Why are you always like this when you're shopping ? You know it looks good . "," Well , I don't think it's the best style for me . " " Well , I don't think it's the best style for me . ", I think we'll buy this one . And I want you to try on this one too . I think we'll buy this one . And I want you to try on this one too . , Alright . Alright . Alright . Alright . ," You should be happy I want you to look good.If I let you shop for yourself , you would never buy anything . " " You should be happy I want you to look good.If I let you shop for yourself , you would never buy anything . "," Yes , maybe . But I like street shopping . There is more variety . I'm sorry . I just don't like malls . " "Could you hold the elevator , please ? Thanks a lot . ", No problem . What floor ? No problem . What floor ? ," I'm headed to the 18th floor , the top floor . " " I'm headed to the 18th floor , the top floor . "," Oh , so am I . " " Oh , so am I . ", Do you work there ? I have an interview today with Dale Mendoza . Do you know her ? Do you work there ? I have an interview today with Dale Mendoza . Do you know her ? ," Yeah , I know her pretty well . " " Yeah , I know her pretty well . "," To tell you the truth , I'm really nervous . I had a dream last night that I was being interviewed by a three-headed monster that kept trying to bite my head off . Oh , wow , my palms are sweaty just thinking about it . I just hope Ms . Mendoza won't be able to hear my teeth chattering . I just hope I get through this in one piece . " What does a housing go for in south mountain district ? , It depends on the type of the house you're looking for . It depends on the type of the house you're looking for . , We ’ re looking for a three-bedroom home . We ’ re looking for a three-bedroom home . , What ’ s your general price range ? What ’ s your general price range ? ," Under 300,000 RIB , we suppose . " " Under 300,000 RIB , we suppose . "," Umm , I think I would be hard to find something in that range in this area . You know the environment in the south mountain district is the nicest . " " Umm , I think I would be hard to find something in that range in this area . You know the environment in the south mountain district is the nicest . ", What about a two-bedroom house ? What about a two-bedroom house ? ," A two-bedroom house in this area is generally around 250,000 RIB . " " A two-bedroom house in this area is generally around 250,000 RIB . ", I see . I see . ," I recommend you buy a two-bedroom house . It is very suitable for a couple , and some two-bedroom houses are large enough for a one-child family . " " I recommend you buy a two-bedroom house . It is very suitable for a couple , and some two-bedroom houses are large enough for a one-child family . "," Okay , I will take it into consideration . " It's snowing heavily . , It is very common in the winter in Ottawa . It is very common in the winter in Ottawa . , The snow is so beautiful . Don't you think we ' d leave for the concert now ? , What time dose it start ? What time dose it start ? , In about 25 minutes . In about 25 minutes . , Then we'd better get started . Be quick . Put our bags in the deposit box . , We got a problem . The deposit boxes are all full . We should have come earlier . We got a problem . The deposit boxes are all full . We should have come earlier . , I told you to hurry up a thousand times . You just put a deaf ear to it . I told you to hurry up a thousand times . You just put a deaf ear to it . , Did you ? I didn't hear you . It was too noisy . Did you ? I didn't hear you . It was too noisy . , I surely did ! Ask the customer service counter if we can deposit our stuff there . I surely did ! Ask the customer service counter if we can deposit our stuff there . , They say we can't . They don't look after customers ' stuff . They say we can't . They don't look after customers ' stuff . , It's all your fault ! Now we can't get in shopping . It's all your fault ! Now we can't get in shopping . ," OK , it's my fault . I'll stay here and look after our stuff . You can get in , shopping with Daniel and May . " " OK , it's my fault . I'll stay here and look after our stuff . You can get in , shopping with Daniel and May . ", That sounds like a good idea ! That sounds like a good idea ! ," Hey , don't forget to buy a suit for me . " " Hey , don't forget to buy a suit for me . ", What color do you want ? What color do you want ? ," Black , of course . " May I speak to Mr . Smith ? , He is at the warehouse this morning . He is at the warehouse this morning . , What time do you expect him back ? What time do you expect him back ? ," Sorry , I have no idea . You can call him there if you like . " " Sorry , I have no idea . You can call him there if you like . "," Ok , I have the number . Bye ! " It's Chinese New Year ! That means it's time to eat hot pot ! , Let's eat the kind that has both spicy and mild broth in one pot . Let's eat the kind that has both spicy and mild broth in one pot . , You mean half-and-half ? You mean half-and-half ? , Yep . That way I can satisfy my craving for spicy food and you can eat hot pot without burning into flames . Yep . That way I can satisfy my craving for spicy food and you can eat hot pot without burning into flames . , Good idea . "Good afternoon , how can I help ? ", Hi there . I'd like to draw some cash from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Could I check my balance before I withdraw anything ? Hi there . I'd like to draw some cash from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Could I check my balance before I withdraw anything ? ," Of course . Your balance is 92,320 RIB in your Securities Account . How much would you like to withdraw ? " " Of course . Your balance is 92,320 RIB in your Securities Account . How much would you like to withdraw ? "," I'd like 20,000 RIB , please . If that's possible . " " I'd like 20,000 RIB , please . If that's possible . ", No problem . Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account . Do you know a bus that goes to the Gold Line station ? , Do you live in Pasadena ? Do you live in Pasadena ? , My house is up in Altadena . My house is up in Altadena . , You could always take the 264 . You could always take the 264 . , It'll really take me to the station ? It'll really take me to the station ? , It goes all the way there . It goes all the way there . , Do you know what street it goes on ? Do you know what street it goes on ? , Catch it on Altadena Drive . Catch it on Altadena Drive . , I would've never known . I would've never known . , Now you know . Now you know . , I appreciate you telling me . I appreciate you telling me . , No problem . Good morning . How can I help you ? , I want to apply for a passport here . I want to apply for a passport here . , OK . Please fill in these forms and take them back when you are done . OK . Please fill in these forms and take them back when you are done . , ( 10 minutes later . ) Hi . Here are completed forms . ( 10 minutes later . ) Hi . Here are completed forms . , OK . Can I have your original ID card and tw0 2 - inch photos ? OK . Can I have your original ID card and tw0 2 - inch photos ? ," Here you are , But I forgot my photos . " " Here you are , But I forgot my photos . "," That is OK . We have photo taking service here . You may pay your fee , take a photo there and take it back here . " " That is OK . We have photo taking service here . You may pay your fee , take a photo there and take it back here . ", OK . I am going right now . Will you be joining Billy and I at the Bar ? , Which one will you be going to ? Which one will you be going to ? , We are going to try the new one that opened up on 17th Street . We are going to try the new one that opened up on 17th Street . ," Sure , I've been meaning to visit that place myself . " " Sure , I've been meaning to visit that place myself . ", I want to stop off at my apartment to get changed so I should be there by 9 pm . I want to stop off at my apartment to get changed so I should be there by 9 pm . ," OK , can I bring a date with me ? " " OK , can I bring a date with me ? "," Certainly . But if there are going to be four of us , I had better make reservations . " " Certainly . But if there are going to be four of us , I had better make reservations . ", Yes . that is a very good idea . It would be a shame if we could not find a place to sit . Yes . that is a very good idea . It would be a shame if we could not find a place to sit . , Then I'II make reservations for 9 pm for a party of four . Then I'II make reservations for 9 pm for a party of four . ," I'll be there . Oh , is there a cover charge at the bar ? " " I'll be there . Oh , is there a cover charge at the bar ? ", Not that I know of . Why do you ask ? Not that I know of . Why do you ask ? , I want to make sure I bring enough money for my date and I . I want to make sure I bring enough money for my date and I . , I hear the drinks and food there are moderately priced.You should be fine . I hear the drinks and food there are moderately priced.You should be fine . , One last question.Is there a dress code there ? One last question.Is there a dress code there ? ," No , its very casual there . Leave your jacket and tie at home . " " No , its very casual there . Leave your jacket and tie at home . ", Perfect . I wanted to have a casual evening tonight . Perfect . I wanted to have a casual evening tonight . , I'll see you there at 9pm . I'll see you there at 9pm . , Okay . See you then . May I help you ? , Yes . I would like to go to New York for my Christmas vacation . Yes . I would like to go to New York for my Christmas vacation . , How long do you have ? How long do you have ? , 1 week . Would you recommend me scenic spots to see there ? 1 week . Would you recommend me scenic spots to see there ? ," New York is full of place of interest , such as Times Square , Broadway , Wall street and Ground Zero and Statue of Liberty . " " New York is full of place of interest , such as Times Square , Broadway , Wall street and Ground Zero and Statue of Liberty . ", That's fantastic . Happy New Year ! , Thank you ! The same to you . Thank you ! The same to you . , Have you got any plans ? Have you got any plans ? , I've been invited over to a friend's . And you ? I've been invited over to a friend's . And you ? , My roommate's having a party . "I can ’ t make out anything , the words are too light . I thought they have already changed the toner cartridge this month . ", It seems not or somebody has recently received a large fax . It seems not or somebody has recently received a large fax . ," Ok , no problem . We do it ourselves . " " Ok , no problem . We do it ourselves . ", Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible . Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible . , Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment . "Hello , this is Steven . Is that Mrs.Wang ? I'm just calling to follow up about the status of the personnel manager position . ", This is Wang Ling speaking.You satisfy all the requirements . Congratulations ! You're hired . This is Wang Ling speaking.You satisfy all the requirements . Congratulations ! You're hired . , I ’ m very proud to be employed by your firm . I ’ m very proud to be employed by your firm . , I think you'd be perfect for this job . This company needs someone like you . When can you start working ? I think you'd be perfect for this job . This company needs someone like you . When can you start working ? , Anytime . Anytime . ," Very good . You will normally be sent an official notification of the results of your interview by post . Once you get the notification , you can come . " " Very good . You will normally be sent an official notification of the results of your interview by post . Once you get the notification , you can come . ", Thank you for hiring me . See you then . Bye . Thank you for hiring me . See you then . Bye . , See you . Bye . I'm feeling down . , Come on . Cheer up ! "Hi , I need a hotel room . "," That's no problem at all . May I have your name , please ? " " That's no problem at all . May I have your name , please ? ", Certainly . My name is John Sandals . Certainly . My name is John Sandals . ," It's a pleasure , Mr . Sandals . My name is Michelle . What days will you need a room ? " " It's a pleasure , Mr . Sandals . My name is Michelle . What days will you need a room ? "," Friday afternoon , April 14 through Monday morning , April 17 . " " Friday afternoon , April 14 through Monday morning , April 17 . "," One minor problem , sir . Our prices are now slightly higher . Is that acceptable , sir ? " " One minor problem , sir . Our prices are now slightly higher . Is that acceptable , sir ? "," Please tell me the price , so I can make a decision . " " Please tell me the price , so I can make a decision . ", It'll be $ 308 nightly . It'll be $ 308 nightly . , That's a reasonable price . That's a reasonable price . ," Good ! Now , sir , do you have a preference for smoking or nonsmoking ? " " Good ! Now , sir , do you have a preference for smoking or nonsmoking ? "," I quit smoking , so nonsmoking . " " I quit smoking , so nonsmoking . "," I hear you , sir . Nonsmoking . Now , about the bed , is a queen-size okay ? " " I hear you , sir . Nonsmoking . Now , about the bed , is a queen-size okay ? ", A queen sounds great . A queen sounds great . ," Okay , sir , let me reserve those dates , there . Now , if you'll just tell me your phone number . " " Okay , sir , let me reserve those dates , there . Now , if you'll just tell me your phone number . ", That would be 626-555-1739 . That would be 626-555-1739 . ," That's 626-555-1739 . Thank you so much for choosing our hotel , sir ! " "Excuse me , i am a new student here . Could you tell me where the English Department is ? "," It is in that brand new , tall building over there . On the 9th floor . " " It is in that brand new , tall building over there . On the 9th floor . ", Where is the school cafeteria ? Where is the school cafeteria ? , It is the basement of that red building in front of the tower with big bells . It is the basement of that red building in front of the tower with big bells . , Where is the Computer Center ? Where is the Computer Center ? , The Computer Center is on the first floor of the library . The Computer Center is on the first floor of the library . , Where is the library ? Where is the library ? , The library is next to the Adminstration Building . The Adminstration Building is over there near the school ’ s main entrance . There are school maps for free in the lobby of the Admin . The library is next to the Adminstration Building . The Adminstration Building is over there near the school ’ s main entrance . There are school maps for free in the lobby of the Admin . , Thank you . I will go get one . Thank you . I will go get one . ," Sure . Glad to be of service . By the way , my name is Mike Sullivan . You will see me around a lot . I am running for President of the Student Government . " " Sure . Glad to be of service . By the way , my name is Mike Sullivan . You will see me around a lot . I am running for President of the Student Government . "," Well , hi ! My name is Eve Markowski . I am glad to meet you . With your friendly smile and helpful attitude . I am sure you will win . " " Well , hi ! My name is Eve Markowski . I am glad to meet you . With your friendly smile and helpful attitude . I am sure you will win . ", Thanks you for the encouragement . Thanks you for the encouragement . , You are welcome . I ’ d better go . Goodbye . You are welcome . I ’ d better go . Goodbye . , Have a good day . Bye-Bye ! "Mary , how was your date with john ? ", It's ok . It seems we have a lot in common . It's ok . It seems we have a lot in common . ," Oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ? " " Oh , really . That is great news . What does he look like ? "," He is tall and slim , fair-haired . " " He is tall and slim , fair-haired . ", Sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ? Sounds like he is pretty cute . What do you think of him ? , He is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor . He is a nice guy and very considerate . I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor . ," Oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ? " " Oh , it's love at first sight . When will you see each other again ? "," He didn't say , but he said he would call me . " " He didn't say , but he said he would call me . ", Maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much ! Maybe he is busy with his work . Just wait and try not to think about it too much ! ," Oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ? " " Oh , steve . Stop it ! I am a bit nervous ! What if he doesn't call ? "," Come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry . " " Come on , Mary , you're a total catch . I bet he will call you . Don't worry . "," Thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging . " " Thank you , Steve . You're always so encouraging . ", That's what friends are for . I have a real problem when I meet people . , What is it ? Maybe I can help . What is it ? Maybe I can help . , I never know when to shake hands and when not to . Can you tell me something about it ? I never know when to shake hands and when not to . Can you tell me something about it ? , Do you come from a country where they shake hands ? Do you come from a country where they shake hands ? ," Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time . " " Oh yes . Men , women , and children shake hands all the time . "," It ’ s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ’ t . " " It ’ s very simple . Men shake hands , women and children don ’ t . "," But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too . " " But some women do shake hands . And now a lot of children have such good manners , they shake hands too . "," Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do . " " Well , a good rule to follow is , for men you hold out your hand , for women and children , you wait and see what they do . ", That sounds easy enough . That sounds easy enough . ," Sure . Once you get the hang of it , it ’ s a piece of cake ! It ’ s nothing to worry about . " "Merry Christmas , Linda ! "," Merry Christmas , Lee ! " " Merry Christmas , Lee ! "," Linda , thank you for this wonderful Christmas dinner . I really enjoyed it . " " Linda , thank you for this wonderful Christmas dinner . I really enjoyed it . ", Thank you for coming . I'm glad you liked it . "Let's get this card for mom , it's funny . "," Brad , it's her birthday . Let's get her something really special . " " Brad , it's her birthday . Let's get her something really special . ", Do you mean girly ? Do you mean girly ? , I mean beautiful and heartfelt-something that will make her cry . I mean beautiful and heartfelt-something that will make her cry . , Are you for real ? Are you for real ? ," Women like that kind of thing , beautiful thoughts that are touching . " " Women like that kind of thing , beautiful thoughts that are touching . ", I think we should each get our own card . I think we should each get our own card . ," Okay , you get your funny one and I'll get my beautiful one . " What is up ? , Look at the dishes ! I have told you three times to put away these dishes . But now ... Look at the dishes ! I have told you three times to put away these dishes . But now ... ," Oh , don ’ t be angry . I just thought you might need them sometime . " " Oh , don ’ t be angry . I just thought you might need them sometime . ", I have told you that I don ’ t need them any more . The thing that really annoys me is that you played dumb with me . "All right , let's see who's ruining my TV time . ", What are you going to do ? Call my boss and chew him out ? What are you going to do ? Call my boss and chew him out ? ," Is your boss named Vic ? Your pager says , This is Vic . Here I come ! " " Is your boss named Vic ? Your pager says , This is Vic . Here I come ! ", Impossible . My pager is really old . It doesn't display messages . Impossible . My pager is really old . It doesn't display messages . ," Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ... " " Here , see for yourself . That's really strange ! It's almost the same as when I ... "," Gosh , you're right ! It's from some guy named Vic . I wonder who he is ... " It sounds that you have a high opinion of him . , He is an all-right guy . I have no bone to pick with him . He is an all-right guy . I have no bone to pick with him . , Birds of feather flock together . Birds of feather flock together . , But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river . But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river . , You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog . You cannot judge a person that way . I have a hunch that he is a sly dog . ," Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him . " " Depends on with whom . He may be doing things on the sly , but he is honest with me . I trust him . ", You can never tell . He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it . Excuse me . Is this seat taken ? ," No , it isn't . " " No , it isn't . ", Am I on right bus to Chicago ? Am I on right bus to Chicago ? ," Oh , no . This is going in the opposite direction . " " Oh , no . This is going in the opposite direction . "," Oh , my God ! " " Oh , my God ! ", I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station . I suggest you get off at the next stop and ask again at the station . , I will . Thank you . "Hello , reservation desk . Can I help you ? ", Yes . I ’ d like to book a duplex suite . Yes . I ’ d like to book a duplex suite . ," What day would you like to reserve the suite for , sir ? " " What day would you like to reserve the suite for , sir ? ", Next Friday . Next Friday . ," I ’ m sorry , sir . We can ’ t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ? " " I ’ m sorry , sir . We can ’ t accept reservations for next Friday due to over booking . May I suggest another hotel , sir ? "," Oh , thank you very much . " " Oh , thank you very much . ", Please hold the line . I ’ ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need . Please hold the line . I ’ ll see if there is a duplex suite available on that day . ( a minute later ) Sir ? Holiday Inn is available for your need . , How do I contact them ? How do I contact them ? , I ’ ll give you their phone number . It ’ s 601 789 5634 . "Hello , reservation desk . How can I help you ? ", I ’ d like to book a room . I ’ d like to book a room . ," What kind of room would you like , Ma ’ am ? We got single rooms , double rooms , standard rooms , suites and deluxe suites . " " What kind of room would you like , Ma ’ am ? We got single rooms , double rooms , standard rooms , suites and deluxe suites . ", What ’ s the rate for a standard room ? What ’ s the rate for a standard room ? , $ 79 a night . $ 79 a night . , I ’ d like a standard room . I ’ d like a standard room . ," What date would you check in , Ma ’ am ? " " What date would you check in , Ma ’ am ? "," December 23rd , please . " " December 23rd , please . ", How long do you plan to stay ? How long do you plan to stay ? , 4 days . 4 days . , Could you give me your name and phone number ? Could you give me your name and phone number ? , Nancy Brown . My phone number ’ s 709 678 5634 . Nancy Brown 。 Nancy Brown . My phone number ’ s 709 678 5634 . Nancy Brown 。 , Thanks . What time will you arrive ? Thanks . What time will you arrive ? , Around 3pm . Around 3pm . , Very good . Your reservation confirmation number is NB13579 . Thank you for booking in our hotel . Can I help you with anything else today ? Very good . Your reservation confirmation number is NB13579 . Thank you for booking in our hotel . Can I help you with anything else today ? ," No , that ’ s it . Thank you very much . " You must be Mr White from Britain . ," Yes , may I know your name ? " " Yes , may I know your name ? ", I'm Michael Smith from Eale Corporation.Pleased to meet you . "Let me see your passport , please . "," Oh , here you are . " " Oh , here you are . "," You come from Germany , don't you ? " " You come from Germany , don't you ? ", Yes . And come here for tourism . Yes . And come here for tourism . , How long will you be staying in China ? How long will you be staying in China ? , Twenty days . Twenty days . , OK . Have you filled in the Declaration Form ? OK . Have you filled in the Declaration Form ? ," Yes , here is the form . " " Yes , here is the form . ", Is this your luggage ? Is this your luggage ? ," Yes , only one travel bag . " " Yes , only one travel bag . ", What do you have in the luggage ? What do you have in the luggage ? , Nothing but several personal effects . Nothing but several personal effects . , That's all . Thank you for your co-operation . How about this floor lamp ? ," Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ’ m so tired ! " " Fine , just get it ! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours ! I ’ m so tired ! ", We still need to find an armoire and a dresser . We still need to find an armoire and a dresser . ," Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things . " " Fine ! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand , coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things . ", Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ’ ll also get a bean bag and a dining set . Great ! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I ’ ll also get a bean bag and a dining set . , While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV . While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner ? I really want one so I can watch TV . , Recliner ? In my beautifully decorated living room ? I don ’ t think so ! Hello ? ," Hi , Deborah ! This is John . I'm calling from Australia . " " Hi , Deborah ! This is John . I'm calling from Australia . ", What are you doing in Australia ? What are you doing in Australia ? , I'm attending a conference in Sydney this week . Remember ? I'm attending a conference in Sydney this week . Remember ? ," Oh , right . What time is it there ? " " Oh , right . What time is it there ? "," It's 10:00 P . M . And it's four o'clock in Los Angeles , right ? " " It's 10:00 P . M . And it's four o'clock in Los Angeles , right ? ", Yes - four o'clock in the morning . Yes - four o'clock in the morning . , 4:00 A . M . ? I'm really sorry . 4:00 A . M . ? I'm really sorry . , That's OK . I'm awake now . Taxi ! Taxi ! ," Where to , sir ? " " Where to , sir ? ", I ’ d like to go to the railway station please . I ’ d like to go to the railway station please . , Please hop in . Please hop in . , Is it a long run to the station ? Is it a long run to the station ? , It ’ ll take about 20 minutes . It ’ ll take about 20 minutes . ," The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ? " " The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day , are they ? "," Yes , they are . " " Yes , they are . ", Is it the rush hour now ? Is it the rush hour now ? ," Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ? " " Yes , it is . Are you in a hurry sir ? "," No , I ’ m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ? " " No , I ’ m not . Would you please drive slowly and carefully ? "," Yes , sir . " "Ah , Michelle , hi . I was hoping to see you . How have you been ? How's the family ? "," Oh , hello , Mr . Campbell . I'm fine and Jack's doing well . How are you ? " " Oh , hello , Mr . Campbell . I'm fine and Jack's doing well . How are you ? ", I'm fine thanks . I got your report this morning . Thank's for that . Are you joining the conference today ? I'm fine thanks . I got your report this morning . Thank's for that . Are you joining the conference today ? ," Yes , I'm leaving at four pm . " " Yes , I'm leaving at four pm . "," Good , well we can discuss this more then , but I think the figures are looking very good for this quarter . " " Good , well we can discuss this more then , but I think the figures are looking very good for this quarter . "," Yes , me too . " " Yes , me too . ", I'm planning to discuss the advertising budget at the conference . I don't think we should continue with the TV advertising . I just dropped in to say goodbye . , What time are you leaving ? What time are you leaving ? , I ’ ll leave at ten o ’ clock . I ’ ll leave at ten o ’ clock . ," Take care , and give my best to your parents . " " Take care , and give my best to your parents . "," Thank you , I will . Hope to see you again next year . " "For our lunch meeting with the investors , do we have to make a reservation at the restaurant or do we just show up ? "," Usually for lunch , we don't have to reserve a table , they should allow walk-ins . But to be on the safe side , I'll order a table for half-past twelve . Will that suit your schedule ? " " Usually for lunch , we don't have to reserve a table , they should allow walk-ins . But to be on the safe side , I'll order a table for half-past twelve . Will that suit your schedule ? "," I've arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve . Can you make the reservation a little earlier ? If we start earlier , it will give us more time for a longer lunch . " " I've arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve . Can you make the reservation a little earlier ? If we start earlier , it will give us more time for a longer lunch . ", Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal ? Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal ? ," Yes , we'll start with appetizers , follow with a soup and salad course , then main dishes of prime rib or cordon bleu chicken , and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort . " " Yes , we'll start with appetizers , follow with a soup and salad course , then main dishes of prime rib or cordon bleu chicken , and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort . "," That'll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal , don't you think ? " " That'll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal , don't you think ? "," As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic , we should be okay . " " As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic , we should be okay . "," With your prime rib and chicken choices , you'd better hope nobody's vegetarian . " " With your prime rib and chicken choices , you'd better hope nobody's vegetarian . "," We can make some special arrangement if we need to . After all , it's the company who is footing the bill . " John ? Can you come over here for a second ? ," Certainly , Mr . Emory . What can I do for you ? " " Certainly , Mr . Emory . What can I do for you ? ", I need you to take a look at these samples . I think there are a few problems . I need you to take a look at these samples . I think there are a few problems . , Sure . Let me look over them and I ’ ll bring them back this afternoon . How do I look ? I love these braids . They're fun ! ," They look great ! Hey , are you hungry ? I know a good Ethiopian restaurant-Meskerem . " " They look great ! Hey , are you hungry ? I know a good Ethiopian restaurant-Meskerem . ", An Ethiopian restaurant ? Whoa ! I always think of starving people in Ethiopia . An Ethiopian restaurant ? Whoa ! I always think of starving people in Ethiopia . , It's very “ in ” these days . Some of the places are really expensive . It's very “ in ” these days . Some of the places are really expensive . ," That's so ironic ! Well , what's it like ? Is it your traditional food ? " " That's so ironic ! Well , what's it like ? Is it your traditional food ? "," No . Africans and African-Americans are different in many ways . Our food's different , too . " Good afternoon . , Hello . This is Jones . I'd like to speak to Mr . Chen . Hello . This is Jones . I'd like to speak to Mr . Chen . , Speaking . Speaking . , I'd like to discuss the new order with you . Would you like to have lunch together at Garden Hotel next Tuesday ? I'd like to discuss the new order with you . Would you like to have lunch together at Garden Hotel next Tuesday ? , Let me check my diary . Er . I'm afraid I can't make Tuesday . I've got to go to Beijing for a conference . I'll come back on Thursday . Let me check my diary . Er . I'm afraid I can't make Tuesday . I've got to go to Beijing for a conference . I'll come back on Thursday . , That's a pity . Does Friday suit you ? That's a pity . Does Friday suit you ? ," Yeah , that would be fine . What time ? " " Yeah , that would be fine . What time ? ", Is 12 o'clock convenient for you ? Is 12 o'clock convenient for you ? ," Yeah , that's fine . Next Friday at 12 at Garden Hotel . I'll look forward to it . " "Hi , Alex . Would you come with me to supply ? I ’ Ve got to pick up a load of stuff and I ’ m afraid I can ’ t carry it all . "," Sure , Stacy . Let me just grab my coat . " " Sure , Stacy . Let me just grab my coat . ", Thanks . I appreciate the hand . I ’ d have to make two or three trips on my own . Thanks . I appreciate the hand . I ’ d have to make two or three trips on my own . , Don ’ mention it . I ’ m glad to help . I am starving . , Didn't you just eat ? Didn't you just eat ? , I'm still hungry . I'm still hungry . , We ate everything from dinner . We ate everything from dinner . , I just need a snack . I just need a snack . , What are you going to make ? What are you going to make ? , I don't have the slightest clue . I don't have the slightest clue . , Go make a sandwich . Go make a sandwich . , I'm not sure what kind I want . I'm not sure what kind I want . , Why don't you make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich ? Why don't you make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich ? , I think I will do that . I think I will do that . , Maybe you should . Have you got change for a thousand ? , Let me see . "Good morning , Helen . "," Good morning , Steven . " " Good morning , Steven . "," So , what's the status of our advertising campaign ? " " So , what's the status of our advertising campaign ? ", It'll be a national campaign starting next week . It'll be a national campaign starting next week . , What style will the ads be ? What style will the ads be ? ," I suggest that we focus on slice of life , showing how you can beat the summer heat by biting into a cool ice-cream sandwich . " " I suggest that we focus on slice of life , showing how you can beat the summer heat by biting into a cool ice-cream sandwich . ", Sounds like a good idea . Will we have a new slogan ? Sounds like a good idea . Will we have a new slogan ? , Definitely . I want to go try on these clothes . , What did you find ? What did you find ? ," I found some jeans , and a new blouse . " " I found some jeans , and a new blouse . ", Go and try it on . Go and try it on . , What do you think ? What do you think ? , I love that shirt on you . I love that shirt on you . , What about the jeans ? What about the jeans ? , They don't really fit you right . They don't really fit you right . , I don't think so either . I don't think so either . , That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you . That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you . , I'll just buy the shirt . I'll just buy the shirt . , That would be a good idea . "Hello , I am Mr . Johnson at room 309 . I would like to have a safe box . Do I need to pay for a safe box ? "," No , you don't . Just fill out this card and sign your name and room number on it . " " No , you don't . Just fill out this card and sign your name and room number on it . ", Here you are . Can I have a larger envelope to put my valuable things in it ? Here you are . Can I have a larger envelope to put my valuable things in it ? ," Yes , will this do ? " " Yes , will this do ? "," Yes , it's perfect . " " Yes , it's perfect . "," Wait a minute . This is your safe box key , don't lose it . You'll have to pay two thousand yuan if you lose the key . " " Wait a minute . This is your safe box key , don't lose it . You'll have to pay two thousand yuan if you lose the key . "," OK , I won't . " How do you celebrate Thanksgiving in the US ? ," Well , Thanksgiving is family event.So on Thanksgiving , family members will get together and enjoy a big Thanksgiving dinner . Kids will have lot of fun . " " Well , Thanksgiving is family event.So on Thanksgiving , family members will get together and enjoy a big Thanksgiving dinner . Kids will have lot of fun . ", Do you say prayers before dinner ? Do you say prayers before dinner ? ," Yes , we do . It is an exciting moment . " " Yes , we do . It is an exciting moment . ", What is the biggest fun for you on Thanksgiving ? What is the biggest fun for you on Thanksgiving ? ," For me ? The football games of course , I love football games . " "Mr . Smith , this is your schedule . ", OK . Let me see . OK . Let me see . , Do you have any different ideas ? Which season do you like best ? , I like spring . I like spring . , Why ? Why ? ," Oh , everything comes back to life in spring and the weather gets warmer . " " Oh , everything comes back to life in spring and the weather gets warmer . "," I like spring , too.We can go for a walk and enjoy the fresh air . " "Hi , Victor . How are you ? "," Oh , I'm fine . " " Oh , I'm fine . "," So , are you going to go to class tonight ? " " So , are you going to go to class tonight ? ", Maybe ... but I don't think so . Maybe ... but I don't think so . , Really ? What's the matter ? Really ? What's the matter ? , I don't know . I'm just feeling a little sad . I don't know . I'm just feeling a little sad . ," Listen . Come with me to class , and after class we can go out for dinner . " " Listen . Come with me to class , and after class we can go out for dinner . "," Now that's a good idea . Thanks a lot , Brian . I'm feeling better already . " "I want to change rooms immediately , plus a refund for tonight . "," I'm sorry , sir . Exactly what is the problem ? " " I'm sorry , sir . Exactly what is the problem ? ", I'm knee-deep in cockroaches ! I'm knee-deep in cockroaches ! ," I'm so sorry , sir . We'll give you a new room immediately , and give you a refund also . " " I'm so sorry , sir . We'll give you a new room immediately , and give you a refund also . ", Thank you . I'm glad that this hotel strives to keep its reputation intact . Thank you . I'm glad that this hotel strives to keep its reputation intact . ," Sir , we always try to please our guests . " "Steven , what are you thinking about ? "," Oh , you know , tomorrow is Vicky's birthday . I am thinking what gift to give her . " " Oh , you know , tomorrow is Vicky's birthday . I am thinking what gift to give her . ", That's easy . A girl at her age must like beautiful ornaments . How about a hair pin ? That's easy . A girl at her age must like beautiful ornaments . How about a hair pin ? , It's a bad idea . Vicky has short hair . It's a bad idea . Vicky has short hair . ," Well , what about a brooch ? " " Well , what about a brooch ? ", Only old women like that . Only old women like that . , Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday . Maybe you should ask her what she wants for her birthday . , OK . That's what I can do . Hello . Mr . Zhang . It's Mary . ," Yes , Mary ? " " Yes , Mary ? "," I'm afraid we're really staffed this week , Mr . Li . I'd like to meet you , but I'm sorry I really can't . " " I'm afraid we're really staffed this week , Mr . Li . I'd like to meet you , but I'm sorry I really can't . ", Are you telling me you're not going to meet with me ? Are you telling me you're not going to meet with me ? ," Not at all , sir . I'd just like to delay our meeting to next week , I'll have time at the beginning of next week . " " Not at all , sir . I'd just like to delay our meeting to next week , I'll have time at the beginning of next week . "," Well , I don't like it , but I guess I don't have any choice . " " Well , I don't like it , but I guess I don't have any choice . ", How about Monday morning at 9 a . m . ? How about Monday morning at 9 a . m . ? ," OK , I'll go to your office at that time . " Why'd you run into me ? , I didn't mean to . It was an accident . I didn't mean to . It was an accident . , You have completely damaged my car . You have completely damaged my car . , I did not . It looks perfectly fine . I did not . It looks perfectly fine . , You don't see what happened to my bumper ? You don't see what happened to my bumper ? , What did I do to it ? What did I do to it ? , You smashed my bumper in with your car . You smashed my bumper in with your car . , I really don't think that I did that . I really don't think that I did that . , Your bumper looks exactly the same . Your bumper looks exactly the same . ," Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it . " " Look , just give me your insurance and number and I'll take care of it . "," Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you . " " Give me your information , in case I don't hear from you . ", Trust me . How delicious ! Tender and crisp ! ," This is the specialty of our restaurant , sir . " " This is the specialty of our restaurant , sir . "," Yes , it's really savory . " " Yes , it's really savory . ", Thank you for appreciating it . "Ok , honey , time to take down the Christmas tree . ", Do we have to ? Do we have to ? ," Come on , it ’ s losing needles all the time and the branches are sagging . " " Come on , it ’ s losing needles all the time and the branches are sagging . "," It ’ s not that bad , besides it really looks nice in that corner . It gives the room a good atmosphere . " " It ’ s not that bad , besides it really looks nice in that corner . It gives the room a good atmosphere . "," A good atmosphere ? The tree is falling apart , and it ’ s messing up the room . " " A good atmosphere ? The tree is falling apart , and it ’ s messing up the room . ", But it makes the place feel so much like Christmas . I ’ d really hate to have to take it down . But it makes the place feel so much like Christmas . I ’ d really hate to have to take it down . , But Christmas was two weeks ago ! It ’ s been there only because we ’ Ve been too busy to get rid of it . But Christmas was two weeks ago ! It ’ s been there only because we ’ Ve been too busy to get rid of it . ," I know , but it seems like such a shame to have to take it away . " " I know , but it seems like such a shame to have to take it away . "," But it ’ s falling apart , and the cat keeps playing with the lower branches . " " But it ’ s falling apart , and the cat keeps playing with the lower branches . "," I know , I know . But it reminds me of the great Christmas we just had . All of us were here - - my parents , your parents , the kids , and the cousins - - the food was good , and everybody got what they wanted . " " I know , I know . But it reminds me of the great Christmas we just had . All of us were here - - my parents , your parents , the kids , and the cousins - - the food was good , and everybody got what they wanted . "," Yeah , it was a good Christmas . It won ’ t always be this good , but we can ’ t make it last longer than it should . " " Yeah , it was a good Christmas . It won ’ t always be this good , but we can ’ t make it last longer than it should . "," Ok , fine . We need to take down the tree . " " Ok , fine . We need to take down the tree . "," I ’ ll make a deal with you . We ’ ll leave it up until Sunday , and then we ’ ll take it down after church . " "Hello , this is Helen speaking . "," Hello , Helen . This is John . How are you ? " " Hello , Helen . This is John . How are you ? "," Fine , thank you . And you ? " " Fine , thank you . And you ? "," Fine , thanks . I ’ ll have a party next Sunday at home . I ’ m calling to ask whether you can come or not . " " Fine , thanks . I ’ ll have a party next Sunday at home . I ’ m calling to ask whether you can come or not . "," Oh , how wonderful . I ’ ll be glad to . " " Oh , how wonderful . I ’ ll be glad to . "," Okay , now you are a famous star . " " Okay , now you are a famous star . "," Hum , don ’ t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me . " " Hum , don ’ t say that . Maybe you can do something useful for me . ", What ’ s wrong with you ? What ’ s wrong with you ? , I ’ ll tell you at the party . I ’ ll tell you at the party . , Okay . good morning ! ," good morning , Gav ! Did you sleep well last night ? " " good morning , Gav ! Did you sleep well last night ? "," I slept like a baby . I fell asleep right away last night , didn't wake up once , and didn't have nay nightmares ! " " I slept like a baby . I fell asleep right away last night , didn't wake up once , and didn't have nay nightmares ! ", that's great news ! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday . that's great news ! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday . ," I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something . " " I feel much better , but I'm still worried about something . ", what's that ? what's that ? ," well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic . " " well , I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning , and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic . "," that's annoying , but nothing to worry about . " " that's annoying , but nothing to worry about . "," for me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ? " " for me , traffic jams are quite stressful , because I'm pretty impatient . How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam ? ", just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset . just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset . ," Ok , I'll try that . " " Ok , I'll try that . ", is there anything else bothering you ? is there anything else bothering you ? , just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do . just one more thing . A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do . , do you have any other plans this weekend ? do you have any other plans this weekend ? , I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday . I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday . , try not to take on more than you can handle . try not to take on more than you can handle . , you're right . I probably should just work on my paper . Thanks ! I am waiting for a fax but just now I found there ’ s something wrong with the fax machine . , What ’ s wrong with the fax machine ? Is it urgent ? What ’ s wrong with the fax machine ? Is it urgent ? ," Yes , very urgent . And there is no other fax machine around . And the office of our boss is closed , so I can not use his machine either . And his secretary is out . Do you have any suggestion ? " " Yes , very urgent . And there is no other fax machine around . And the office of our boss is closed , so I can not use his machine either . And his secretary is out . Do you have any suggestion ? "," Either call this extension number 0085 or ask them to send the fax to you as e-mail , you print it out . " "What did you do this weekend , Kate ? "," Oh , Diane and I went for a drive in the country on Saturday . " " Oh , Diane and I went for a drive in the country on Saturday . ", That sounds nice . Where did you go ? That sounds nice . Where did you go ? , We drove to the lake and had a picnic . We had a great time ! How about you ? Did you do anything special ? We drove to the lake and had a picnic . We had a great time ! How about you ? Did you do anything special ? , Not really . I just worked on my car all day . Not really . I just worked on my car all day . , That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ? That old thing ! Why don't you just buy a new one ? , But then what would I do every weekend ? My mom and dad insist that I be home before ten . Do you have a curfew ? , Yes . I've had one for as long as I can remember . Yes . I've had one for as long as I can remember . , I wish my parents were a little more lenient . I wish my parents were a little more lenient . , I actually like having a curfew . I have an excuse to get to bed on time . I actually like having a curfew . I have an excuse to get to bed on time . , You like going to bed early ? You like going to bed early ? , I don't like being too tired the next day . I don't like being too tired the next day . ," Well , I still hate having a curfew . " " Well , I still hate having a curfew . "," If you stayed up much later , you would see that just about every-thing closes around ten anyway . " "Holly , I just heard some terrible news . "," Me , too . I overheard someone say Taylor has a brain tumor . " " Me , too . I overheard someone say Taylor has a brain tumor . "," What ? No , I heard that he has stomach cancer . His ex-girlfriend said it . " " What ? No , I heard that he has stomach cancer . His ex-girlfriend said it . ", That could explain all his stomachaches . He's trying to hide it from us . That could explain all his stomachaches . He's trying to hide it from us . , Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ? Maybe that's why he didn't show up at the potluck . Have you seen him ? ," No , but someone said he was in the men's room puking . Follow me ! " How did you get the piano here ? , It was hard work . It was hard work . , You never did it on your own . You never did it on your own . , It took three of us to move it . Kids are always difficult to control . ," True . When I tell my kids to behaves themselves , they will make a face and slip away . " " True . When I tell my kids to behaves themselves , they will make a face and slip away . ", Kids are kids . "What's the problem , Nada ? You look down in the dumps . ", I don't know . My life is a big mess . Everything is so complicated . I don't know . My life is a big mess . Everything is so complicated . ," come on , nothing can be that bad . " " come on , nothing can be that bad . "," but promise me , you'll keep it a secret . " " but promise me , you'll keep it a secret . "," ok , I promise . So what's troubling you so much ? " " ok , I promise . So what's troubling you so much ? ", I've fallen in love with my boss . I've fallen in love with my boss . , really ? Is he married ? really ? Is he married ? ," no , of course not . He is still single . " " no , of course not . He is still single . ", then what's your problem ? then what's your problem ? , I try to keep it to myself . But there is a lot of gossip about us . I try to keep it to myself . But there is a lot of gossip about us . ," oh , I see . Office romance tends to be the subject of gossip . " " oh , I see . Office romance tends to be the subject of gossip . "," worse still , he is trying to avoid me these days . " " worse still , he is trying to avoid me these days . ", office romance is very tricky . office romance is very tricky . , it gives me a lot of pressure and I feel depressed . it gives me a lot of pressure and I feel depressed . ," cheer up , Nada . You'll be fine . " Are you interested in mountaineering ? ," Yes . in some sense . I should say I like mountain climbing , you know , because I'm not so professional . How about you ? " " Yes . in some sense . I should say I like mountain climbing , you know , because I'm not so professional . How about you ? "," I'm the same with you , an amateur mountain climber . 1 went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation . We spent two days in the mountains . " " I'm the same with you , an amateur mountain climber . 1 went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation . We spent two days in the mountains . ", How did you spend the night there ? How did you spend the night there ? ," We pitched a tent in the night , waiting for the sunrise . Wow ! It was too beautiful . " " We pitched a tent in the night , waiting for the sunrise . Wow ! It was too beautiful . "," I had a similar experience , but that was on the top of Tasha Mountain in my country . " " I had a similar experience , but that was on the top of Tasha Mountain in my country . "," Tasha Mountain ? It's very famous in China , isn't it ? " " Tasha Mountain ? It's very famous in China , isn't it ? ", Yes.It IS one of the Five Mountains . Yes.It IS one of the Five Mountains . , I want to climb Tasha Mountain this summer vacation . Would you be my guide ? I want to climb Tasha Mountain this summer vacation . Would you be my guide ? , I'd love to . "I hear that you are going to participate in the dinner party tonight.Seen from what you are dressing , you really look like a fox . "," Yeah , I think it will be wonderful . " "Good afternoon , ma'am . Can I help you find anything ? "," No , thanks . I'm just looking . " " No , thanks . I'm just looking . ", We have a special on these skirts this week . Would you like to try one on ? We have a special on these skirts this week . Would you like to try one on ? ," No , thank you . I don't need any skirts . " " No , thank you . I don't need any skirts . ", How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion . How about a blouse ? This one here is the latest fashion . ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you . Why not try on this lovely pair of shorts ? I'm sure they'd look fabulous on you . ," No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know . " " No doubt . Look , I'm just browsing . If I need your help , I'll let you know . "," Take a look at this dress ! Don't you think it's perfect for you , ma'am ? Uh , where are you going , ma'am ? Ma'am ? " Excuse me . Could you please tell me how to get to the nearest cinema ? , Turn left at the second light . You can't miss it . Turn left at the second light . You can't miss it . , Will it take me long to get there ? Will it take me long to get there ? , No . It's not far at all . No . It's not far at all . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , That's all right . Have a good day . "hey , Lily , what are you doing ? ", waiting for someone . waiting for someone . , you mean the boy you met on MSN ? you mean the boy you met on MSN ? , you're right . He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him . you're right . He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him . , you must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met ! you must be joking . You can't fall in love with someone you've never met ! ," I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online . " " I know , but I keep thinking of him every day . And I get really depressed when he's not online . ", I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious . I think it's just a crush . You can't be serious . ," well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him . " " well , this might be silly . But I just can't get him off my mind . And I can't help missing him . ", did you tell him ? did you tell him ? , yes . He said I'm his dream girl . yes . He said I'm his dream girl . , you shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie . you shouldn't take it too seriously . It might be a lie . , I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice . I know . I can't tell whether he's serious or not so I need your advice . ," I think you should enlarge your circle of real life friends , and then the right person will come along . " "Good afternoon , Miss . What can I do for you ? ", Could you tell me my account balance ? My account number is ... Could you tell me my account balance ? My account number is ... ," Just a moment , please . Your name ? " " Just a moment , please . Your name ? ", Emily Smith . Emily Smith . , Here is your balance . Here is your balance . , Thank you . I want to make a withdrawal of 150 dollars . Thank you . I want to make a withdrawal of 150 dollars . ," Here you go , Miss . " " Here you go , Miss . ", Thank you . So how did you like the restaurant ? ," Actually , it could have been better . " " Actually , it could have been better . ", What didn't you like about it ? What didn't you like about it ? , It is a new restaurant . I don't think they have their act together yet . It is a new restaurant . I don't think they have their act together yet . , What did you think about the food ? What did you think about the food ? , I felt that the food was pretty mediocre . I felt that the food was pretty mediocre . ," The service wasn't that great , either . " " The service wasn't that great , either . ", I agree . The service was not good . I agree . The service was not good . , Do you think that you want to try this restaurant another time ? Do you think that you want to try this restaurant another time ? ," No , I think that I've had enough of this restaurant . " "Hi , what brings you to my office today ? "," I ’ Ve been getting really short of breath , and my coach wanted to have a doctor check me out . " " I ’ Ve been getting really short of breath , and my coach wanted to have a doctor check me out . ", Have you had the flu lately ? Have you had the flu lately ? ," No , I have been pretty healthy . I just have trouble taking a really deep breath . " " No , I have been pretty healthy . I just have trouble taking a really deep breath . ", Have you ever been tested for allergies ? Have you ever been tested for allergies ? ," Peaches make me break out , but I don ’ t have any other allergies . " " Peaches make me break out , but I don ’ t have any other allergies . ", Does this happen all the time or maybe a little more in the cold weather ? Does this happen all the time or maybe a little more in the cold weather ? ," I ’ Ve noticed that it is worse when I am under stress , like during finals week . " " I ’ Ve noticed that it is worse when I am under stress , like during finals week . ", I feel that you should see a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma . I feel that you should see a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma . ," I appreciate the referral , doctor . " I'm so glad to meet you . , How is everything going on ? How is everything going on ? , Fine . Fine . , You look prettier than before . You look prettier than before . , Really ? Thank you . "Excuse me , but I'm not feeling too well . I think I'm going to throw up . ", There's an airsickness bag behind the seat that's in front of you . There's an airsickness bag behind the seat that's in front of you . , I must've missed it . I must've missed it . , Is this your first time flying ? Is this your first time flying ? , Yes . I'm going to San Francisco . Yes . I'm going to San Francisco . ," Oh , it's a beautiful city . I think you'll like it . " " Oh , it's a beautiful city . I think you'll like it . "," Hey , I'm feeling much better already . " " Hey , I'm feeling much better already . "," Sometimes if you don't think about it , that sick feeling will go away on its own . " " Sometimes if you don't think about it , that sick feeling will go away on its own . "," Thanks . By the way , my name is Mary . " " Thanks . By the way , my name is Mary . ", I'm Frank . Nice to meet you . "Could you fill in this form , please ? ", All right . All right . , Have you got any identification ? Have you got any identification ? ," Yes , here's my ID card . " How about we taking a tour to Hawaii ? I have a 2 - weeks ' vacation . , That sounds fantabulous . I have dreamed of going there for months . That sounds fantabulous . I have dreamed of going there for months . ," Me , too . Why don't we get ready now ? " " Me , too . Why don't we get ready now ? ", Sure . I don't want to waste even a minute . "how was school today , Dominic ? ", I hate school ! I hate school ! , why ? What happened ? why ? What happened ? , I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today ! I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today ! , it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ? it's just one exam . Can you re-take the exam ? ," yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed ! " " yes , but it's so humiliating ! I don't want my friends to know I failed ! ", why didn't you do a good job ? why didn't you do a good job ? ," I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank . " " I don't know . I sat down in my seat , looked at my paper , and then my mind just went totally blank . ", do you think you studied enough for the exam ? do you think you studied enough for the exam ? , no ... no ... , what did you do last night ? what did you do last night ? , I watched TV . I watched TV . , did you study at all last night for your exam ? did you study at all last night for your exam ? ," no , not really . " " no , not really . "," I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ? " " I am sure if you had studied , you would have done well . When can you re-take your exam ? ", tomorrow . tomorrow . , alright . Get out your books and I'll help you prepare . "... The rings please . May this ring be blessed so he who gives it and she who wears it may abide in peace , and continue in love until life ’ s end . ", With this ring I thee wed . Wear it as a symbol of our love and commitment . With this ring I thee wed . Wear it as a symbol of our love and commitment . ," Honey , that ’ s my pinkie . The ring goes on the ring finger ! " " Honey , that ’ s my pinkie . The ring goes on the ring finger ! ", This one ? This one ? , That ’ s my index finger ! That ’ s my index finger ! ," Oh , right . This one , right ? " " Oh , right . This one , right ? "," Umm ... that ’ s the thumb , Nick . " " Umm ... that ’ s the thumb , Nick . "," Okay , Okay , I got it ! This is the ring finger ! " " Okay , Okay , I got it ! This is the ring finger ! "," That ’ s my middle finger , Nick . This is my ring finger ! " I haven't received my credit card bill yet . , Which credit card are you speaking of ? Which credit card are you speaking of ? , My Master Card . My Master Card . , We sent that bill out a couple of weeks ago . We sent that bill out a couple of weeks ago . , I never got it . I never got it . , Your bill was mailed already . Your bill was mailed already . , What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ? What am I going to do since I haven't received the bill ? ," If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office . " " If you haven't gotten it yet , then you should probably take that up with your post office . ", Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ? Can I get an extension on my bill if it does happen to be the post office's fault ? ," If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake . " " If that's the case , you will need to provide proof of their mistake . ", Thanks for everything . Thanks for everything . , Don't mention it . Call back if you have any more questions . How can I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to look at some of your products . I think what I am using now does not fit me well . " " Yes , I would like to look at some of your products . I think what I am using now does not fit me well . ", We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers . We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers . , What do you have in foundation ? What do you have in foundation ? , Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB . Our foundation is of very super quality . We only use the finest ingredients . It will moisturize your skin and it can protect your skin from UVA and UVB . , What colors do you have in foundation ? What colors do you have in foundation ? , Let me show you . We have six colors Let me show you . We have six colors , The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ? The color I use now is natural beige . How much do you sell it for ? , 250 Yuan . 250 Yuan . , That's expensive . That's expensive . ," What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel . " " What you're paying for , madam , is the ingredients . it provides a soft and perfect finish coverage with a weightless feel . "," I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ? " " I understand . I need a lipstick , too . Do you have lipsticks in red ? ", Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in . Of course . But I suggest you buy a lipgloss . The shining effect is in . , All right . How much is it ? All right . How much is it ? ," 45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free . " " 45 Yuan . If you buy the two , you can get a small bottle of nail polish for free . "," Well , I'll take them . " I hear you jog everyday . , I'm doing it for fun and fitness . I'm doing it for fun and fitness . , I think maybe one day you can take part in the walking race . I think maybe one day you can take part in the walking race . , At the age of 64 ? You're kidding ! Who's that man over there talking to James ? ," Where ? Oh , that's Henry . " " Where ? Oh , that's Henry . "," He's very handsome , isn't he ? What's he like ? " " He's very handsome , isn't he ? What's he like ? "," He's very nice , actually , but rather eccentric . " " He's very nice , actually , but rather eccentric . ", Really ? I love eccentric people . Really ? I love eccentric people . ," Yes , but he may be too eccentric even for you . " " Yes , but he may be too eccentric even for you . ", Why ? What do you mean by that ? Why ? What do you mean by that ? ," Well , haven't you heard ? " " Well , haven't you heard ? ", Heard what ? No one ever tells me anything . Heard what ? No one ever tells me anything . ," Well , apparently , he's been having an affair with his secretary . " " Well , apparently , he's been having an affair with his secretary . ", Really ! How fascinating . Really ! How fascinating . ," According to Mary , he's divorcing his wife and there's a big fight going on about the children . I thought everyone knew . " " According to Mary , he's divorcing his wife and there's a big fight going on about the children . I thought everyone knew . "," Well , what can I say ? I didn't know . Oh , I meant to tell you earlier , your blouse doesn't really match your skirt . Those colors don't really suit you either . " " Well , what can I say ? I didn't know . Oh , I meant to tell you earlier , your blouse doesn't really match your skirt . Those colors don't really suit you either . "," Oh . Thanks . Look , I must just go and say hello to someone . I'll be right back . " "No , Dave . I haven't wrecked my jeep . I'm calling to offer you a job . "," With invoking ? No , thanks . " " With invoking ? No , thanks . ", I'd like you to manage a new online auction site we're building . I'd like you to manage a new online auction site we're building . ," I'm not interested , Zina . " " I'm not interested , Zina . ", Don't play hard to get . The pay is good . You'd be working with Elvin again . Don't play hard to get . The pay is good . You'd be working with Elvin again . , I don't think so . I don't think so . ," Elvin doesn't hold a grudge , if that's what you're worried about . " Did you vote ? , Of course ! Of course ! , Who was your vote for President ? Who was your vote for President ? , My vote was for Barack Obama . My vote was for Barack Obama . , I didn ’ t expect him to win . I didn ’ t expect him to win . , I had no doubt in my mind that he would win . I had no doubt in my mind that he would win . , What made you think that ? What made you think that ? , Nobody could compete with him . Nobody could compete with him . , I thought his race would have kept him from winning . I thought his race would have kept him from winning . , Times are changing . Times are changing . , That ’ s true . That ’ s true . , I support our new President 100 % . "Good afternoon , can I help you ? ", Hello . I've been told to come in and see someone about my L / C . I just had a message to come in and see someone called Kristy . Hello . I've been told to come in and see someone about my L / C . I just had a message to come in and see someone called Kristy . , I'm Kristy . Can I help ? I'm Kristy . Can I help ? , I received a letter asking me to come in and see you . I'm Mr Simons from Dalton's Electrics . I received a letter asking me to come in and see you . I'm Mr Simons from Dalton's Electrics . ," Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment . " " Oh , yes . Hello Mr Simons . I have some information about your L / C amendment . The negotiating bank has just informed us that the 3rd party does not wish to accept the amendment . ", Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ? Oh dear ! Where should I go from here ? ," I'd recommend going back to the 3rd party , personally this time , and discussing what exactly it is they aren't happy with . Hopefully you can reach some sort of agreement , which is viable for everyone . " "Hey , Cindy , I ’ m so sorry about yesterday . I shouldn ’ t have yelled at you in front of everyone . ", Don ’ t worry about it . Don ’ t worry about it . , I don ’ t know what happened to me . I just lost it . I don ’ t know what happened to me . I just lost it . , I think you just need to get more sleep . I think you just need to get more sleep . ," Yes , you ’ re right . Good night . " "Hello , this is Than Hua's office . Can I help you ? "," Hello , could I speak to the export manager , please ? " " Hello , could I speak to the export manager , please ? ", Speaking . Speaking . , This is Joey from Mary trading company . I learned that you are the leading export of cloth by Hummed company . This is Joey from Mary trading company . I learned that you are the leading export of cloth by Hummed company . , That's right . What can I do for you ? That's right . What can I do for you ? , We are interested in cloth made in China . The clothes are sold very well here . We are a big location supplier for the northeast market here . I'm thinking that we'll have some business opportunities . Can you make out what he's saying ? ," No , it's too loud in here . " Is that Mr . Green ? , This is him speaking . This is him speaking . ," I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us . Welcome aboard , I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto , ways of teaching , etc . " " I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us . Welcome aboard , I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto , ways of teaching , etc . ", Yes . I am very glad to have the chance . "Hello , Mr . Brown . ", Hello . Can you help me ? Hello . Can you help me ? ," Yes , I'm here to fix your pipes . " " Yes , I'm here to fix your pipes . "," Oh good , come in , please . " Mr . Johnson ’ s office . Cindy speaking . ," Hi , Cindy . It ’ s Michael Kurt . Is Mr . Johnson in ? " " Hi , Cindy . It ’ s Michael Kurt . Is Mr . Johnson in ? "," No , I ’ m sorry , Mr . Kurt . He ’ s stepped out for a bit . Would you like me to have him call you ? " " No , I ’ m sorry , Mr . Kurt . He ’ s stepped out for a bit . Would you like me to have him call you ? "," Yeah , that ’ ll be great . I ’ m on extension 4283 . " Hello ? , Hi Steve . This is Mike . What are you doing ? Hi Steve . This is Mike . What are you doing ? ," Oh , hi . I was just watching TV . " " Oh , hi . I was just watching TV . ", There's nothing to watch right now . There's nothing to watch right now . , I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored . I know . I was watching a re-run . I have nothing to do and I was bored . , Me too . Let's get together and do something . Me too . Let's get together and do something . ," I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ? " " I'd like to , but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner . How about tomorrow ? ", Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow . Yeah . Let's plan something tomorrow . , Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ? Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow ? , I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny . I think it is going to be the same as today . Clear and sunny . , That's great . We can do something outdoors then . That's great . We can do something outdoors then . , Are there any special events going on tomorrow ? Are there any special events going on tomorrow ? , Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow . Yeah . I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow . , Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out . Oh yeah . I heard about that too . Let's go check it out . , Do you know what time it starts ? Do you know what time it starts ? , It starts at one PM . It starts at one PM . ," Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there . " " Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards , we can head over there . ", Perfect . I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty . Can you help me ? This fitting has come loose and I need something to tighten it up . ," Let's have a look . Oh yes , you need a 10 mm ring spanner . Here you are . Just leave it on the workbench when you finish . " " Let's have a look . Oh yes , you need a 10 mm ring spanner . Here you are . Just leave it on the workbench when you finish . ", Thanks for your help . Thanks for your help . , No problem . How do I make a good impression in the interview ? ," You should try to put your best foot forward , and be careful of your personal appearance . At least you should get yourself dressed up . Appearance isnt everything , but it's the first thing an interviewer notices about you . " " You should try to put your best foot forward , and be careful of your personal appearance . At least you should get yourself dressed up . Appearance isnt everything , but it's the first thing an interviewer notices about you . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? , Don ’ t boast and don ’ t be modest . Don ’ t boast and don ’ t be modest . , What do you mean by this ? You can ’ t do the two things at the same time . What do you mean by this ? You can ’ t do the two things at the same time . , Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ’ re competent . Don ’ t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ’ re talking big . Appear confident and show the interviewers that you ’ re competent . Don ’ t exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you ’ re talking big . , I see . I see . ," Try to be natural , alert and interested . " " Try to be natural , alert and interested . ", You ’ Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much . You ’ Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now . Thank you very much . , My pleasure . Good luck to you . Excuse me . Where are the rice and flour ? , They are in aisle 5 . They are in aisle 5 . , Thank you . When do you usually go to the movies ? , I usually go in my free time on the weekends . How about you ? I usually go in my free time on the weekends . How about you ? , The movie theater is always so crowded on the weekends . I like to go to the movies during the week . The movie theater is always so crowded on the weekends . I like to go to the movies during the week . , That's true . And sometimes the tickets are cheaper during the week as well . This place is so quiet and peaceful . It ’ s really different from my pad at city . ," Sure , do you think you could live out here ? You know , back to nature at all ? " " Sure , do you think you could live out here ? You know , back to nature at all ? "," I don ’ t know . I don ’ t mind coming out here for a while , but that will get old pretty soon . " " I don ’ t know . I don ’ t mind coming out here for a while , but that will get old pretty soon . ", That ’ s what I was thinking . I mean can you imagine Friday night instead of going out with your friends you ’ d have to stay in your tree house and talk to birds and squirrels . That ’ s what I was thinking . I mean can you imagine Friday night instead of going out with your friends you ’ d have to stay in your tree house and talk to birds and squirrels . , I think I ’ d go lonely if I do like that . I think I ’ d go lonely if I do like that . , And where would you get a cup of cappuccino ? And where would you get a cup of cappuccino ? , Now that would be hard to live without . We city folks are pretty spoiled . Now that would be hard to live without . We city folks are pretty spoiled . , Maybe . But I ‘ d rather be spoiled than turn into a crazy guy with a long period to talk to the birds . "Did you hear the news ? Two of our major suppliers , Murphy Music and U-Tunes are merging ! If they are conglomerated into one company into one company , it would have some serious affects on our market strategy . "," Are you sure ? Who told you that ? I highly doubt that they would take the step to merge into one company ... They're supposed to be bitter enemies , the strictest of competitors.It must be a rumor.It can't be true . " " Are you sure ? Who told you that ? I highly doubt that they would take the step to merge into one company ... They're supposed to be bitter enemies , the strictest of competitors.It must be a rumor.It can't be true . "," I read it myself on the financial page.They ' re really going to join together . U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's , they will take over the company as of next month . " " I read it myself on the financial page.They ' re really going to join together . U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's , they will take over the company as of next month . ", The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes.Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy ? The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes.Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy ? ," I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition.If you can't beat'em , join'em . " "They're very good friends , aren't they ? ", I wouldn't say that.They seem to be on good terms but actually they always speak ill of each other . I wouldn't say that.They seem to be on good terms but actually they always speak ill of each other . ," Oh , it's unbelievable ! " "Could you change these for me , please ? ", What would you like ? What would you like ? ," Twenties and some smaller bills , please . " " Twenties and some smaller bills , please . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? , Yes . Could you tell many balance ? Here's account number . "Yes , sir ? ", Can I have Mr . J . Smith paged ? He said he'd be in the main dining room . I'm Mr . J . B . White . Can I have Mr . J . Smith paged ? He said he'd be in the main dining room . I'm Mr . J . B . White . ," Who would you like to have paged again , sir ? " " Who would you like to have paged again , sir ? ", Mr . J . Smith . Mr . J . Smith . , Where would you like him to come ? Where would you like him to come ? , To the front desk . To the front desk . ," Just a moment , please . " "Mr . Wang , have you enjoyed your stay here ? "," Of course , I ’ Ve enjoyed it very much . I ’ Ve met my old friends and made some new friends . " " Of course , I ’ Ve enjoyed it very much . I ’ Ve met my old friends and made some new friends . ", We ’ Ve all enjoyed being with you . When will you come back ? We ’ Ve all enjoyed being with you . When will you come back ? , Sometime next year . Sometime next year . , I ’ m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care . I ’ m looking forward to seeing you again . Take care . , The same to you . Keep in touch . Hello . Mr . Rodriguez ? , Yes . Is this Paula ? Yes . Is this Paula ? ," Yes , sir . I ’ Ve just dropped those slides off at the Winthrop office . Do you need anything else while I ’ m out ? " " Yes , sir . I ’ Ve just dropped those slides off at the Winthrop office . Do you need anything else while I ’ m out ? "," No , that ’ s all right . Paula . Why don ’ t you get something to eat , and I ’ ll see you this afternoon . " Let's go ! , Where to ? "Hey , Ben ... did you catch the game last night ? ", Uh ... what game ? Uh ... what game ? , Baltimore defeated Texas by 17 points ! Baltimore defeated Texas by 17 points ! , Um ... and what sport are we talking about here ? Um ... and what sport are we talking about here ? , Football of course ! Football of course ! , Oh ... football . Football is cool . I usually try to catch the World Cup finals . Oh ... football . Football is cool . I usually try to catch the World Cup finals . ," No , I'm talking about American football . The World Cup is soccer . " " No , I'm talking about American football . The World Cup is soccer . "," Oh , I understand . I can't say I'm a big fan . I'm from China , and football doesn't have a really big following over there . " " Oh , I understand . I can't say I'm a big fan . I'm from China , and football doesn't have a really big following over there . ", So Chinese people prefer soccer or basketball ? So Chinese people prefer soccer or basketball ? ," Yes , I think so . But to be perfectly honest , I'm not really a sports nut.When I was in high school I played on the school volleyball team . Are you a diehard football fan ? " " Yes , I think so . But to be perfectly honest , I'm not really a sports nut.When I was in high school I played on the school volleyball team . Are you a diehard football fan ? "," Oh , certainly . I wouldn't miss a game for the world . My girlfriend says I have an addiction . And actually , if I had to choose between her and my games ... I'd probably pick football . " " Oh , certainly . I wouldn't miss a game for the world . My girlfriend says I have an addiction . And actually , if I had to choose between her and my games ... I'd probably pick football . ", It seems Americans are very passionate about sports . Is this just a part of your culture ? It seems Americans are very passionate about sports . Is this just a part of your culture ? ," Oh , yeah ! I think the love of sports starts when kids are very young . Americans come from many different backgrounds so I guess sports are something we can all enjoy together . " So can you fix it ? , I ’ m sorry sir . This computer is not broken or damaged . It ’ s simply just too old ! That ’ s why your programs and applications are running slow . There really isn ’ t much I can do . I ’ m sorry sir . This computer is not broken or damaged . It ’ s simply just too old ! That ’ s why your programs and applications are running slow . There really isn ’ t much I can do . , What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago ! What do you mean ? I bought this computer just three years ago ! ," Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster ! " " Yes , but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster ! "," OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ? " " OK , I know where this is going . How much will it cost me to get a new computer ? "," Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers . " " Well , this desktop over here is our latest model . It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte . Of course , it includes a mouse , keyboard and desk speakers . ", I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ’ s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time ! I have no idea what you are talking about . I just want to know if it ’ s good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time ! ," This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze ! If it does , we ’ ll give you your money back ! " "Hello , is Sue there ? ", Who ? Who ? , Sue John . Sue John . , You must have the wrong number . You must have the wrong number . ," Oh , I'm sorry . " "Professor , where's Canada ? ", Canada is north of here . Canada is north of here . , Can you show me on the map ? Can you show me on the map ? , Sure . Look here . Canada is north of the United States . Sure . Look here . Canada is north of the United States . ," Oh , I see . Where's Mexico ? " " Oh , I see . Where's Mexico ? ", Mexico is south of the United States . Mexico is south of the United States . , How about Connecticut ? Where's that ? How about Connecticut ? Where's that ? , Connecticut is east of New York . Connecticut is east of New York . , What state is west of Pennsylvania ? What state is west of Pennsylvania ? , Ohio . Ohio . ," OK , Where's Los Angeles ? " " OK , Where's Los Angeles ? ", Los Angeles is in California . It's southeast of San Francisco . Los Angeles is in California . It's southeast of San Francisco . , Where's Boston . Where's Boston . , Boston is in the northeast part of the country . Boston is in the northeast part of the country . , Where is Las Vegas ? Where is Las Vegas ? , Las Vegas is in the southwest . Do you need help with something ? , I need help finding a new refrigerator . I need help finding a new refrigerator . , Do you see anything that you like ? Do you see anything that you like ? , That Kenmore looks nice . That Kenmore looks nice . , That is a wonderful choice . That is a wonderful choice . , What makes is so great ? What makes is so great ? ," It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances . " " It's very inexpensive , and it has all the appliances . ", What appliances are you talking about ? What appliances are you talking about ? ," The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser . " " The fridge and freezer is very spacious , and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser . ", May I take a look inside ? May I take a look inside ? , Take a look inside . Take a look inside . , It's very nice . I'd like to purchase this refrigerator . "Hi , is this Rich ? "," Yeah , who ’ s calling ? " " Yeah , who ’ s calling ? ", It ’ s Alex ... Have I got some great news ! We got the Baker account . It ’ s all ours ! It ’ s Alex ... Have I got some great news ! We got the Baker account . It ’ s all ours ! , Fantastic ! I can ’ t believe it ! That ’ s the biggest account we ’ Ve gotten so far ! Would you please take a seat over there ? There are some interesting magazines on the coffee-table . , Thank you . How long it take to get my son's hair cut ? Thank you . How long it take to get my son's hair cut ? ," It shouldn't be long . Thirty minutes , tops . Are you in a hurry ? " " It shouldn't be long . Thirty minutes , tops . Are you in a hurry ? ", No . I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed . No . I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed . , Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired . Good idea . Do you want a wash or a massage ? Massage is especially good when you are tired . , How come ? How come ? , Because it helps you speed up your circulation . Because it helps you speed up your circulation . , Then I won't say no to that . Then I won't say no to that . , How do you like it ? How do you like it ? , I feel totally refreshed . I feel totally refreshed . , We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ? We have discount coupons . 100 Yuan for ten times . Would you like to have one ? , This time included ? This time included ? , Of course . Of course . , Then yes . Can I help you ? , Yes . When is the next train to New York City ? Yes . When is the next train to New York City ? ," Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at 10 thirty , 12 twenty and 15 ten . " " Let me see ... the train to New York City ... here it is ... daily except Sunday at 10 thirty , 12 twenty and 15 ten . ", Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty ? Aren't there any trains before 10 thirty ? ," Sorry , not before 10 thirty . " " Sorry , not before 10 thirty . ", Then one to New York at 10 thirty . Then one to New York at 10 thirty . , One way or round trip ? One way or round trip ? , One way . One way . , A soft seat or hard one ? A soft seat or hard one ? , How much is a soft ? How much is a soft ? ," $ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 . " " $ 15 . And for a hard one , only $ 6 . "," Then one hard seat , please . " " Then one hard seat , please . ", OK . Here is your change . The train leaves on platform 8 . Can I see some men's watches ? , Of course . How about this one ? Of course . How about this one ? , What functions does this watch have ? What functions does this watch have ? , It's a luminous watch with a time-reminder function . It's a luminous watch with a time-reminder function . , Is it waterproof ? Is it waterproof ? ," Yes , and it comes with a worldwide guarantee . " " Yes , and it comes with a worldwide guarantee . ", I'll take it . Please set the watch for me . Have you worked out the offers . Mr . Thou ? ," Yes , we have . Here's our CIF quotation sheet . Please have a careful look . " " Yes , we have . Here's our CIF quotation sheet . Please have a careful look . ", Are the prices on the list firm offers ? Are the prices on the list firm offers ? , Yes . All the quotations on the list are subject to our final confirmation . Yes . All the quotations on the list are subject to our final confirmation . , I wonder whether there are any changes in your prices . I wonder whether there are any changes in your prices . ," All these products are our best-selling lines . The prices of our products will change according to that of the international market demand . And we are always open to negotiate , especially on larger orders . What do you have in mind ? " " All these products are our best-selling lines . The prices of our products will change according to that of the international market demand . And we are always open to negotiate , especially on larger orders . What do you have in mind ? ", How long does your offer remain valid ? I need some time to get my supervisors on board with this plan . How long does your offer remain valid ? I need some time to get my supervisors on board with this plan . , I understand . Our offer remains open for 4 days . "Hello , what can I do for you ? "," Hello , I come to pay my water and electricity fees . " " Hello , I come to pay my water and electricity fees . "," Give me your water and electricity bills , please . " " Give me your water and electricity bills , please . ", Here they are . Here they are . , You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee . You should pay 160 yuan for the electricity fee and 80 yuan for the water fee . , Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ? Do you mean that I should pay 240 yuan in total ? , Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ? Yes . Will you pay by cash or credit card ? ," Cash , please . Here is the money . " " Cash , please . Here is the money . "," I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan . " " I get 250 yuan from you , and this is the change , 10 yuan . ", OK . Thank you . Bye-bye . OK . Thank you . Bye-bye . , Bye . "How are you tonight , sir ? "," Oh , not too bad . I'm just glad the weekend's finally here . " " Oh , not too bad . I'm just glad the weekend's finally here . ", I know what you mean . What can I get for you ? I know what you mean . What can I get for you ? , Give me a screwdriver on the rocks . Give me a screwdriver on the rocks . ," One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir . " " One screwdriver , coming right up . ( He mixes the drink . ) Here you are , sir . ", Thanks . I'm worried sick that she might leave me one day . , I'll teach you how to keep her . I'll teach you how to keep her . ," Tell me , please . " " Tell me , please . ", After you've solved this problem for me . May I speak to Marry ? ," Marry is not in right now , she went shopping with her mum . " " Marry is not in right now , she went shopping with her mum . ", Will it be too late if I call around ten this evening ? Will it be too late if I call around ten this evening ? , That's all right . We don't go to bed early . Grand Theft Auto Three is awesome ! , It's more violent than TV news ! It's more violent than TV news ! , What time is it anyway ? What time is it anyway ? , Nine-thirty . Nine-thirty . ," Oh , my God , three hours already ! I have to get the chores done ! " " Oh , my God , three hours already ! I have to get the chores done ! ", No time . That's their headlights in the window ! No time . That's their headlights in the window ! ," OK , emergency measures . Let's throw the dishes in the trash ! Two birds with one stone ... " " OK , emergency measures . Let's throw the dishes in the trash ! Two birds with one stone ... "," Little dude , your life is over ! " " Little dude , your life is over ! ", No time to worry . We have to dispose of this evidence . "Madam , I made a close study of the draft contract yesterday evening . I think there are something needs to modify . ", Which terms ? Which terms ? ," First , about the terms of payment . Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \ A . This is not our practice . We prefer to have the payment made by L \ C through a negotiating bank in America . " " First , about the terms of payment . Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \ A . This is not our practice . We prefer to have the payment made by L \ C through a negotiating bank in America . ", Good . I will add this to the contract . Good . I will add this to the contract . ," The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer . " " The second thing I would like to point out , that is packaging . It's stipulated in the contract that all the computer parts should be packed in cardboard boxes . But I think the wooden cases are much safer . "," Well , you are right . Is there anything else ? " " Well , you are right . Is there anything else ? "," As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much . " " As far as the contract stipulations are concerned , there is nothing more . Thank you very much . "," Well , we have agreed on all the major points . " I've been working hard for a whole year . I really need a break . , That's true . You need to take some time off to relax . That's true . You need to take some time off to relax . , You said it . I'm looking forward to my annual vacation . You said it . I'm looking forward to my annual vacation . , When are you going to take your vacation ? When are you going to take your vacation ? , Later this month . I can't wait ! Later this month . I can't wait ! , I really envy you . You know I'm not taking my vacation until December . "Bring me some toast , please . ", Would you like butter or jam on your toast or do you just want it plain ? Would you like butter or jam on your toast or do you just want it plain ? ," Spread some jam , please . " " Spread some jam , please . ", Anything to drink ? Anything to drink ? , Black coffee is fine . "Hi , this is Quipu Corp . Is that Miss Zhang ? ", Yes . speaking . Is there anything I can do for you ? Yes . speaking . Is there anything I can do for you ? , I am calling to tell you the items you are supposed to bring for the interview the day after tomorrow . I am calling to tell you the items you are supposed to bring for the interview the day after tomorrow . , What do I need to take with me ? What do I need to take with me ? ," You'd better bring the diploma , identification card and several copies of your resume . " Are you planning on voting ? , Yes . Are you ? Yes . Are you ? , I will be voting tomorrow . I will be voting tomorrow . , What ’ s your polling place ? What ’ s your polling place ? , My polling place is at the park up the street . My polling place is at the park up the street . ," Oh , yeah ? " " Oh , yeah ? "," Yeah , where is yours ? " " Yeah , where is yours ? ", I don ’ t know . I don ’ t know . , How is it you don ’ t know ? How is it you don ’ t know ? , The location of my polling place never came in the mail . The location of my polling place never came in the mail . , You can always just check online . You can always just check online . , Let me go do that . Good afternoon madam . What can I do for you ? , Hi . I want to check out . My room is 1005 . Hi . I want to check out . My room is 1005 . , OK . Please hold on a minute . So you checked in on Monday and stayed 3 nights in single room 1005 . Is that right ? OK . Please hold on a minute . So you checked in on Monday and stayed 3 nights in single room 1005 . Is that right ? , Yes . Can I have a look at my bill ? Yes . Can I have a look at my bill ? ," OK . Here you are . If there are no questions , could we have your signature in the blank below ? " " OK . Here you are . If there are no questions , could we have your signature in the blank below ? "," OK . I would like to have my receipt report , please . " " OK . I would like to have my receipt report , please . ", Here it is . We are pleased to serve you here and we look forward to seeing you again . Wish you have a good day . "Mr Edgar , hello ! How's business ? Still booming ? What can we do for you today ? "," Well , I'm here to get some help from you . I was hoping to have someone who we can deal with exclusively . On a long-term basis , if that's possible . " " Well , I'm here to get some help from you . I was hoping to have someone who we can deal with exclusively . On a long-term basis , if that's possible . "," What we can do is to assign you a customer manager , that way you can just deal with him . You don't need to deal with anyone else . " " What we can do is to assign you a customer manager , that way you can just deal with him . You don't need to deal with anyone else . ", That sounds perfect . I don ’ t know what activity my son should take part in ? ," Many children are learning drawing , dancing , swimming and so on in their spare time . You can follow suit . " " Many children are learning drawing , dancing , swimming and so on in their spare time . You can follow suit . ", But each children has his own interest . But each children has his own interest . ," Well , you should talk with your son and let him make his own decision . " I need a snack from the cafeteria . , What are you thinking of getting ? What are you thinking of getting ? , I only want some chips . I only want some chips . , I think I may get something too . I think I may get something too . , What do you plan on buying ? What do you plan on buying ? , I have a sweet tooth . I want candy . I have a sweet tooth . I want candy . , What kind of candy do you want ? What kind of candy do you want ? , I really want some chocolate . I really want some chocolate . , What kind of chocolate do you want ? What kind of chocolate do you want ? , I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat . I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat . , The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats . The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats . , Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers . "Hi , Charles . What's the matter ? ", Oh ! ! My car isn't working . I'm waiting for a tow-truck . Oh ! ! My car isn't working . I'm waiting for a tow-truck . , Do you have a ride home ? Do you have a ride home ? ," Yes , my wife is coming to get me . " " Yes , my wife is coming to get me . ", That's good . Do you live near here ? That's good . Do you live near here ? ," No , we live in the suburbs . What about you ? " " No , we live in the suburbs . What about you ? "," I live downtown , with my parents . " " I live downtown , with my parents . ", Do you have a car ? Do you have a car ? , I don't need a car . I walk to work . I don't need a car . I walk to work . , You're lucky ! "I ’ m hungry , let ’ s grab a bite to eat . ", Sure ! How about we go home and prepare a couple of sandwiches ? Sure ! How about we go home and prepare a couple of sandwiches ? , Nah ! Let ’ s go get a burger and fries . Nah ! Let ’ s go get a burger and fries . ," All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza , fries , burgers and hot dogs ! You have to start eating better ! " " All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza , fries , burgers and hot dogs ! You have to start eating better ! ", What are you talking about ? I have salads some times . What are you talking about ? I have salads some times . , Yeah right ! I ’ m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ’ s really not healthy ! Yeah right ! I ’ m serious ! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well . You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup ! It ’ s really not healthy ! , Fine ! I ’ ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ? Fine ! I ’ ll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat . Are you happy now ? ," It ’ s a start , but I ’ ll be happy when I see you stick to your promise ! " Is that the latest issue of Reader you're reading ? ," Yes , it is . It has some really good articles in it . " " Yes , it is . It has some really good articles in it . ", I know . I have been a subscriber for the past two years . I know . I have been a subscriber for the past two years . , I didn't know that . How much does it cost to subscribe ? I didn't know that . How much does it cost to subscribe ? ," I'm not exactly sure , but it's not that expensive at all . " " I'm not exactly sure , but it's not that expensive at all . "," I used to subscribe to it , but I cancelled my subscription last year . " " I used to subscribe to it , but I cancelled my subscription last year . ", Why did you do that ? Why did you do that ? , I was the only person in my family reading it . Everyone in my family just likes to read Fashion . I was the only person in my family reading it . Everyone in my family just likes to read Fashion . , It's the same in my family . The coffee table in my living room is covered with copies of Fashion . "Hello , Betty , how are you ? "," Quite well , Tom.And you ? " " Quite well , Tom.And you ? "," Just fine , thank you.How ' s your father today ? " " Just fine , thank you.How ' s your father today ? ", He's much better today . He's much better today . , I'm glad to hear that.Bye . I'm glad to hear that.Bye . , See you later . Are you a wrestler or a boxer ? , No.Why ? No.Why ? , Your muscular shoulders and chest impress me so . Your muscular shoulders and chest impress me so . ," Oh , really ? I go to the rye every day . " Excuse me . I'm looking for an old music box . , Any particular decade ? Any particular decade ? , Something made in the ' 20s would be nice . Something made in the ' 20s would be nice . ," We had seven , but we sold one this morning . " " We had seven , but we sold one this morning . ", Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ? Are dancing figures a part of any of the boxes ? , You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures . You're in luck . Two of them have dancing figures . ," Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one . " " Oh , these are great . I think I'll take this one . "," Yes , that one is very nice . " " Yes , that one is very nice . "," Now , does this come with a warranty ? " " Now , does this come with a warranty ? "," I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances . " " I'm sorry , but you just have to take your chances . ", That doesn't surprise me . That doesn't surprise me . ," Even if it doesn't work , it's a beautiful collectible . " "Bill , I must tell you the truth . You failed the English exam again . ", Ah ? Really ? That stinks ! Ah ? Really ? That stinks ! , Haha . April Fool's ! Did you forget what day it is today ? Haha . April Fool's ! Did you forget what day it is today ? ," Wow , you were pulling my leg all along . I was really fooled . " " Wow , you were pulling my leg all along . I was really fooled . "," Alright , now let's be serious . Actually , you get high marks in the exam . " May I help you ? , What time will the library be closing ? What time will the library be closing ? , It closes at six . It closes at six . , Does it always close at six ? Does it always close at six ? ," No , not every day . " " No , not every day . ", Will the library be open on Saturday ? Will the library be open on Saturday ? , Absolutely . Absolutely . , What are your hours on Saturday ? What are your hours on Saturday ? , Saturday ’ s hours are from nine in the morning to six-thirty at night . Saturday ’ s hours are from nine in the morning to six-thirty at night . , All right . Thank you . All right . Thank you . , What else can I help you with ? What else can I help you with ? , That ’ s it . Thank you . I was trying to find the class on preparing for interviews . , You have found your way to the interview class . Please come in ! You have found your way to the interview class . Please come in ! , I am so happy I found this class because I was really nervous about my upcoming interview . I am so happy I found this class because I was really nervous about my upcoming interview . ," When we go into an interview , what do you think our first consideration should be ? " " When we go into an interview , what do you think our first consideration should be ? ", Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by . Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by . , Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important . Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important . ," Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview . " " Yes , and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview . ", The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company . The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company . , What else should I be thinking about ? What else should I be thinking about ? , Be yourself and be honest . Simply answer the questions put to you . I can ’ t bear it . The driver is too bad . , He must be green . It ’ s lucky that we will get off soon . "Mr . Li , does the recommendation of the university play an important role in job hitting ? "," Yes . In fact , the recommendation is a way of indirect self-recommendation . The university and the business have a long-term relationship . If you are recommended by your university , you can be approved more easily . " " Yes . In fact , the recommendation is a way of indirect self-recommendation . The university and the business have a long-term relationship . If you are recommended by your university , you can be approved more easily . ", But I doubt the authority because most of the recommendation letters of the university are the same . But I doubt the authority because most of the recommendation letters of the university are the same . , More and more people have the same discoveries since most of the universities do that in order to save effort . We have the orientation this afternoon . , What ’ s going to be covered in the orientation ? What ’ s going to be covered in the orientation ? ," The company introduction , our mission , vision , various policies , insurances , pension plan , company ID , batch , telephone , e-mail set-up and training . " " The company introduction , our mission , vision , various policies , insurances , pension plan , company ID , batch , telephone , e-mail set-up and training . ", Quite a lot . All them one afternoon ? Quite a lot . All them one afternoon ? ," Yes , it is not easy . " " Yes , it is not easy . ", It is ok with me . I enjoy being busy and learning new things . What's going on with you ? , Nothing . What's going on with you ? Nothing . What's going on with you ? , I'm having a party this Friday . I'm having a party this Friday . , I had no idea . I had no idea . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , I didn't hear anything about it . I didn't hear anything about it . , Can you go ? Can you go ? , What time ? What time ? , It starts at 8 o'clock . It starts at 8 o'clock . , I'll go . I'll go . , I hope that I'll see you there . I hope that I'll see you there . , No doubt . "Hello , Joanna . You are looking very charming in the new dress . ", Thanks . Does it suit me ? Thanks . Does it suit me ? ," Yes , it suits you very well . It certainly is unique . I don ’ t think I ’ Ve seen anything like it before . " " Yes , it suits you very well . It certainly is unique . I don ’ t think I ’ Ve seen anything like it before . ", I know . That ’ s why I bought it . I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing . I know . That ’ s why I bought it . I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing . ," And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously . " " And the necklace , it matches your dress marvelously . "," It ’ s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact . " " It ’ s very nice of you to say so . I should say you are glamorous yourself , as a matter of fact . ", Thank you for saying so . good afternoon ! Can I help you ? , could you show me where the Chinese-style clothing is located ? I want to buy a silk coat . could you show me where the Chinese-style clothing is located ? I want to buy a silk coat . ," this way , please . Here they are . They're all handmade . " " this way , please . Here they are . They're all handmade . "," oh , they look nice . May I try that back one on ? " " oh , they look nice . May I try that back one on ? ", of course . The fitting room is right over there . of course . The fitting room is right over there . , do you have a medium in the same color ? This one is a little tight . do you have a medium in the same color ? This one is a little tight . , I'm sorry . All the back of that size are sold out . Would you like a red one ? I'm sorry . All the back of that size are sold out . Would you like a red one ? ," ok , let me try it on . what do you think ? " " ok , let me try it on . what do you think ? "," oh , that suits you very well . Besides it is believed in China that the red color brings happiness and good luck . " " oh , that suits you very well . Besides it is believed in China that the red color brings happiness and good luck . "," really ? I'll take it , and I'm leaving here tomorrow . Is it possible for you to send one in black to me by mail when you gte it in ? " " really ? I'll take it , and I'm leaving here tomorrow . Is it possible for you to send one in black to me by mail when you gte it in ? "," our pleasure . Please fill out this form , leaving your address and telephone number . " " our pleasure . Please fill out this form , leaving your address and telephone number . ", thanks . Who much would that come to ? thanks . Who much would that come to ? , let me see ... What certificates of technical qualification have you got ? , I have got a computer engineer's qualification certificate . I have got a computer engineer's qualification certificate . , Have you worked in a computer company before ? Have you worked in a computer company before ? ," Oh , yes , I have . I worked part-time as a typewriter in a computer company when I was at college . " " Oh , yes , I have . I worked part-time as a typewriter in a computer company when I was at college . ", Do you have any ideas on this work ? Do you have any ideas on this work ? ," In my opinion , it has a broad prospect and it needs smart mind . " " In my opinion , it has a broad prospect and it needs smart mind . ", Good ! This'd better be good . I'm about to fire you all and find another company . ," We've brought you a little something from the place down the street , Kitty Cafe-Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans ! " " We've brought you a little something from the place down the street , Kitty Cafe-Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans ! "," Mmm , smells good . Sure better than my instant . But please don't tell me this is another coffee-themed pitch . I thought I told you ... " " Mmm , smells good . Sure better than my instant . But please don't tell me this is another coffee-themed pitch . I thought I told you ... "," ... yes , but this one has an all-new buzz . " "Mr . Smith , welcome to our factory . ", I've been looking forward to visiting your factory . I've been looking forward to visiting your factory . , You'll know our products better after this visit . Is your father in the habit of having naps ? ," Yes , all of us have naps . " " Yes , all of us have naps . ", Don't you feel dizzy when you have to get up ? Don't you feel dizzy when you have to get up ? ," No , not at all . " My uncle gave me this bicycle as a birthday present . Look ! , So cool ! Can I get a load of it ? I can't believe the boss was absent from today's meeting . , Neither can I . I can't believe that . , What ? What ? , I've never heard Mary cursed anybody . But I heard she cursed another driver when she drove me back home today . I've never heard Mary cursed anybody . But I heard she cursed another driver when she drove me back home today . , Oh . Why did she do that ? Oh . Why did she do that ? , The car behind ours suddenly accelerated and hit our Car . National Trust . ," My name is Alice Lin , and I need to know if some money has been transferred to my account yet . " " My name is Alice Lin , and I need to know if some money has been transferred to my account yet . "," Just one second , and I'll check . " " Just one second , and I'll check . ", Thank you . "Brad , wait ! ", What ? What ? , How come you have a locker but I don't ? How come you have a locker but I don't ? , Mr . Rogers probably forgot to assign a locker to you . Mr . Rogers probably forgot to assign a locker to you . , I had to carry my backpack with me all day . I had to carry my backpack with me all day . , Remind him to give you a locker tomorrow . Remind him to give you a locker tomorrow . , Does it have a lock ? Does it have a lock ? , No . You have to buy your own . You'll have to go to a hardware store to pick one up . Could you tell me something about your previous job ? , Yes . I worked in a small machinery factory . My work was very simple and there was not much work to do . Yes . I worked in a small machinery factory . My work was very simple and there was not much work to do . , Didn't you like it ? Didn't you like it ? ," No , I thought it was too dull . I'm capable of more responsibilities , so I decided to change my job . " " No , I thought it was too dull . I'm capable of more responsibilities , so I decided to change my job . ", Why do you choose our company ? Why do you choose our company ? ," Yesterday I saw your company's advertisement . Your company is an important international company . Working for it , I believe it can improve my abilities . " " Yesterday I saw your company's advertisement . Your company is an important international company . Working for it , I believe it can improve my abilities . ", What do you know about our company ? What do you know about our company ? ," Oh , the company is the fourth largest machine producer in the world . It was founded in the United States in 1980 . I know that the company has made good use of advanced technology . " Hello ? ," Hi Tina , It's Joe . " " Hi Tina , It's Joe . ", Hi Joe . Hi Joe . , How's the weather there today ? How's the weather there today ? , It's really cold . It snowed all day and the schools closed early . It's really cold . It snowed all day and the schools closed early . , What's the temperature ? What's the temperature ? , It's 30 degrees now . It was even colder this morning . It's 30 degrees now . It was even colder this morning . , Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow ? Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow ? , I was watching the news a little earlier . They said it's probably going to snow tomorrow . I was watching the news a little earlier . They said it's probably going to snow tomorrow . , I really don't like the winter . I wish it were summer . I really don't like the winter . I wish it were summer . , Me too . How's the weather where you are ? Me too . How's the weather where you are ? ," It's not too bad , but it's pretty cold here too . It was about 45 today and it rained this afternoon . I heard it's going to be a little warmer tomorrow . " She lives a happy life after marriage . , We all know that . Her husband always make a fuss of her . We all know that . Her husband always make a fuss of her . , Lucky her . "How can I help you today , Sir ? "," I set up the Personal Wealth Management Service with you , but I'm going to be travelling overseas . I'm not quite sure what I should do . I mean is it possible to still use the service ? " " I set up the Personal Wealth Management Service with you , but I'm going to be travelling overseas . I'm not quite sure what I should do . I mean is it possible to still use the service ? "," That's not a problem . You can use that service wherever you are , it doesn't matter which country you are in at the time . " " That's not a problem . You can use that service wherever you are , it doesn't matter which country you are in at the time . "," Really ? In that case , could I have the number of the Service Centre please ? " " Really ? In that case , could I have the number of the Service Centre please ? ", Of course . It's 33234 . That will put you in touch with a Personal Banker . Of course . It's 33234 . That will put you in touch with a Personal Banker . , And they can deal with everything ? And they can deal with everything ? ," That's the beauty of the service ; they can deal with everything , with total security . " " That's the beauty of the service ; they can deal with everything , with total security . ", That's good to know . Thanks . Hi Jackie . You don't look too well . What's going on ? , It's nothing . I'm just a little stressed out . It's nothing . I'm just a little stressed out . , Why ? What's stressing you out ? Why ? What's stressing you out ? ," School . Since I was working part time , I had a difficult time keeping up with class . Now that we have exams coming up , I'm totally freaking out . " " School . Since I was working part time , I had a difficult time keeping up with class . Now that we have exams coming up , I'm totally freaking out . ", The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright . The best thing to do is study as much as you can . I'm sure you'll do alright . , I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take . I hope so . I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days . That's what it'll take . , I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other . I have to study for an exam too . Why don't we study together . We can encourage each other . , That will be great . "Hello , it's nice to meet you . ", I'm glad we're meeting today . Thank you . I'm glad we're meeting today . Thank you . , You're welcome . You're welcome . , I would like to talk to you about your daughter . I would like to talk to you about your daughter . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? ," No , your daughter is great . " " No , your daughter is great . ", That's great news . That's great news . , Your daughter is a wonderful student . Your daughter is a wonderful student . , She isn't messing up in class ? She isn't messing up in class ? , Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved . Of course not . Your daughter is smart and very well behaved . ," Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well . " " Well , I'm so glad to hear that she's doing well . ", It is my pleasure to have her in my class . "Hey , man , look , what's on the wall over there ? ", Don't you know that ? It's all about new office rules . Don't you know that ? It's all about new office rules . , What does it say ? What does it say ? , It says smoking is not allowed in any private offices . It might be the most terrible thing for you . It says smoking is not allowed in any private offices . It might be the most terrible thing for you . , I can smoke outside of the office . But what else does it say ? I can smoke outside of the office . But what else does it say ? ," If you want to ask for leave , you should get the approval from the manager in charge of your department . " " If you want to ask for leave , you should get the approval from the manager in charge of your department . "," But if there is an emergency and the manager is of absence , what should we do ? " " But if there is an emergency and the manager is of absence , what should we do ? "," The note says you should call your manager first , and then tell him your reason , and then ask him for the approval . " " The note says you should call your manager first , and then tell him your reason , and then ask him for the approval . "," OK , OK , got it . By the way , what about the vacation policy ? Anything changed ? " " OK , OK , got it . By the way , what about the vacation policy ? Anything changed ? ", No . We still enjoy 10 - day of paid vacation per year . No . We still enjoy 10 - day of paid vacation per year . , Can we have 7 - day holiday on National Day ? Can we have 7 - day holiday on National Day ? , Of course . That's what we deserve . Of course . That's what we deserve . , That's great ! That's great ! ," I have something else to remind you of . Don't be late , if you are late , you will be fined 20 Yuan per minute . " " I have something else to remind you of . Don't be late , if you are late , you will be fined 20 Yuan per minute . "," Are you kidding ? I always get up late . Oh , my God . Can't believe that . That is terrible . " " Are you kidding ? I always get up late . Oh , my God . Can't believe that . That is terrible . ", So remember to set your alarm clock . "Come here at once , John . Will you ? "," Yes , mum . I'm coming . " " Yes , mum . I'm coming . "," And bring you homework with you , please . " " And bring you homework with you , please . "," Oh , must I ? " " Oh , must I ? "," Yes , you must . " "Excuse me , I ’ d like to buy a guitar.Could you recommend one ? ", Sure.Do you want an acoustic one or an electric one ? Sure.Do you want an acoustic one or an electric one ? , An acoustic one . An acoustic one . , Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical ? Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical ? , What ’ s the difference ? What ’ s the difference ? ," Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ’ s.It ’ s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords . " " Well , a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar ’ s.It ’ s best suited for finger picking . A steel-string is best for playing chords . ", I ’ m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar . I ’ m mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar . ," In that case , I ’ d suggest a steel-string guitar.The best one we have is the Ovation . " " In that case , I ’ d suggest a steel-string guitar.The best one we have is the Ovation . "," This one ’ s a little too expensive for me . I ’ d prefer something cheaper for now.When I ’ Ve learned to play , I might get a better one . " " This one ’ s a little too expensive for me . I ’ d prefer something cheaper for now.When I ’ Ve learned to play , I might get a better one . "," In that case , how about this one ? It ’ s inexpensive but it ’ s still well made and easy to play . " " In that case , how about this one ? It ’ s inexpensive but it ’ s still well made and easy to play . "," Hmm.All right , I ’ ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well . " " Hmm.All right , I ’ ll take it , and this book on how to play the guitar as well . ", You should also get a couple of guitar picks . You should also get a couple of guitar picks . ," Oh , right.Thanks for your help . " " Oh , right.Thanks for your help . ", Don ’ t mention it . "Hello , I'd like to subscribe to a magazine . ", What magazine do you want to subscribe for ? What magazine do you want to subscribe for ? , Fitness Consultant . Fitness Consultant . ," OK , Fitness Consultant . How many subscriptions do you want ? " " OK , Fitness Consultant . How many subscriptions do you want ? "," Only one , please . " " Only one , please . ", How long do you want the subscription for ? How long do you want the subscription for ? ," For six months , please . " " For six months , please . "," Your name , please ? " " Your name , please ? "," Shirley , that's my wife's name . I subscribe to this magazine for her . " " Shirley , that's my wife's name . I subscribe to this magazine for her . ", I see . Please put your address here then . I see . Please put your address here then . , OK . How much is the subscription ? OK . How much is the subscription ? , 650 Yuan . 650 Yuan . , 650 Yuan ! You must be kidding ! I can subscribe for evening newspapers for ten years with that much ! Do you often go to watch sports games ? ," I go occasionally when there's a game on near home , but usually I watch it on TV . " " I go occasionally when there's a game on near home , but usually I watch it on TV . ", Can you recall the games ? Can you recall the games ? , Sometimes . But I'll never forget the game in which our Chinese Women's Volleyball Team won the World Cup . It is the most thrilling and exciting game I have ever seen . "Boy , come here ! "," Yes , sir ! What can I do for you ? " " Yes , sir ! What can I do for you ? "," Bring me a cup of coffee , please . " " Bring me a cup of coffee , please . ", Will you have it strong or weak ? Will you have it strong or weak ? , I prefer strong . "What can I do for you , Ma'am ? ", I want to buy a cell phone for my daughter . I want to buy a cell phone for my daughter . , How old is she ? How old is she ? , She is 17 . It's for her birthday . She is 17 . It's for her birthday . , We have a new-fashioned cell phone especially designed for young girls . The brand name is Nokia . We have a new-fashioned cell phone especially designed for young girls . The brand name is Nokia . ," Thanks , but I want to have a look at the Motorola's products . " " Thanks , but I want to have a look at the Motorola's products . ", Sure . This is the one I will not hesitate to recommend . Its color and style is so attractive and also the quality is really reliable . Sure . This is the one I will not hesitate to recommend . Its color and style is so attractive and also the quality is really reliable . , Sounds perfect . I'll take the pink one . Can you pack it for me ? Sounds perfect . I'll take the pink one . Can you pack it for me ? ," Sure . By the way , here are some free adornments . Would you like one ? " " Sure . By the way , here are some free adornments . Would you like one ? ", Why not ? The Sweetheart pendant matches the cell phone well . I'd take this one . Why not ? The Sweetheart pendant matches the cell phone well . I'd take this one . , Have a seat over there . I'll pack it up for you right away . Have a seat over there . I'll pack it up for you right away . , Thanks . Good morning . Do you have a small house for the 18th and 19th of this month ? , Let me see ... One or two bedrooms ? Let me see ... One or two bedrooms ? , One bedroom will be okay . One bedroom will be okay . ," Fine , sir . We can accommodate you . " " Fine , sir . We can accommodate you . "," You do allow pets , don't you ? " " You do allow pets , don't you ? "," No , sir . We don't allow dogs or cats . " " No , sir . We don't allow dogs or cats . ", No problem . I don't have a dog or a cat . No problem . I don't have a dog or a cat . , Fine . See you on the 18th . Good morning . My name's Jason Smith . ," Ah , good morning , Mr . Smith . Nice to meet you . I'm Peter Anderson from Personnel . Do sit down . " " Ah , good morning , Mr . Smith . Nice to meet you . I'm Peter Anderson from Personnel . Do sit down . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . ," Now , have you brought your curriculum vitae with you ? " " Now , have you brought your curriculum vitae with you ? "," Oh , my CV . Yes , here it s . There are three copies . " " Oh , my CV . Yes , here it s . There are three copies . ", Have you brought your certificates as well ? Have you brought your certificates as well ? ," No , I haven't . I'm awfully sorry . Can I send them to you ? " " No , I haven't . I'm awfully sorry . Can I send them to you ? "," Yes , that'll be all right . Well , please tell me about your working experience . " " Yes , that'll be all right . Well , please tell me about your working experience . "," I haven't been involved in international business , so I don't have any experiences , but I am diligent and I learn very fast . " " I haven't been involved in international business , so I don't have any experiences , but I am diligent and I learn very fast . "," OK , so do you think you can make yourself easily understood in English ? " " OK , so do you think you can make yourself easily understood in English ? "," Yes , in most circumstances.Are you available for business travel ? " " Yes , in most circumstances.Are you available for business travel ? "," Yes , I am young , and unmarried . It's no problem for me to travel frequently . " " Yes , I am young , and unmarried . It's no problem for me to travel frequently . ", OK . You are good . Hope to see you next time . I'll call you if you get picked for next test . OK . You are good . Hope to see you next time . I'll call you if you get picked for next test . , Thank you very much . I'm looking forward to your call . "If I won the Pools , I'd go round the world . ", Would you ? I wouldn't . Would you ? I wouldn't . , What would you do ? What would you do ? ," Oh , I don't know . I'd buy a big house with a garden for my wife and kids , I suppose . But it's difficult to imagine having a lot of money . " " Oh , I don't know . I'd buy a big house with a garden for my wife and kids , I suppose . But it's difficult to imagine having a lot of money . "," One thing's certain . If I had a lot of money , I wouldn't work any more . " " One thing's certain . If I had a lot of money , I wouldn't work any more . ", Wouldn't you ? What would you do with all that spare time ? Wouldn't you ? What would you do with all that spare time ? ," As I said , I'd go round the world . " " As I said , I'd go round the world . ", What would you do after that ? What would you do after that ? ," Oh , I don't know . It'd take me a long time to go round the world . " " Oh , I don't know . It'd take me a long time to go round the world . ", It doesn't sound very exciting . It doesn't sound very exciting . ," Anyway , we haven't won the Pools , and we're not likely to win them . So there isn't much point in talking about it , is there ? " " Anyway , we haven't won the Pools , and we're not likely to win them . So there isn't much point in talking about it , is there ? ", I'd be happy if I got a rise . I'd be happy if I got a rise . , And my wife would be happy if I bought her a mink coat . And my wife would be happy if I bought her a mink coat . ," Well , I'm not likely to get a rise and you haven't the money for a mink coat , so let's come down to earth and have another drink . " " Well , I'm not likely to get a rise and you haven't the money for a mink coat , so let's come down to earth and have another drink . ", What'll you have ? What'll you have ? , I'll have a pint of the best . I'll have a pint of the best . , I'd have a Scotch if I were you . We deserve it . I'd have a Scotch if I were you . We deserve it . ," All right . Make it a double , will you ? " I hear you ’ re taking a music class . I didn ’ t know you ’ re interested in it . ," Oh , I ’ m not . I ’ Ve never had a music class before . " " Oh , I ’ m not . I ’ Ve never had a music class before . "," In my opinion , you ’ ll make it . " " In my opinion , you ’ ll make it . ", You ’ re having me on again . You ’ re having me on again . ," No , I ’ m serious . " How about a game of tennis ? , Okay . Loser has to take out the trash for a month . Okay . Loser has to take out the trash for a month . , It's a deal . It's a deal . , See you in the court . "Good morning , Miss . ", Morning . Can I help you ? Morning . Can I help you ? ," Yes . I'd like to know how to use the library . You know , I'm a new student here . " " Yes . I'd like to know how to use the library . You know , I'm a new student here . ", All you need is your student identification card to check out books . "Excuse me , here is my claim tag , but I can't find my baggage . ", How many pieces of baggage have you lost ? How many pieces of baggage have you lost ? , Just one piece . Just one piece . , Can you tell me the features of your baggage ? Can you tell me the features of your baggage ? , It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it . It's a big leather suitcase with my name ' Lily ' on it . , Don't worry . We will look it for you right now . Don't worry . We will look it for you right now . , Thank you . "Good evening , sir . Are you Mr . Jim Stewart from the States ? "," Ah , yes , that's right . " " Ah , yes , that's right . ", Glad to meet you . Mr Stewart . I'm the guide from Pacific Tour Agency . My name is Zhang Hua . Glad to meet you . Mr Stewart . I'm the guide from Pacific Tour Agency . My name is Zhang Hua . ," Hello , I was just looking for the guide 。 " " Hello , I was just looking for the guide 。 "," I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ? " " I'm always at your service , sir . By the way , did you have a pleasant trip ? ", Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired . Not bad . But I've made too many flights these days . I could hardly remember how many take offs and landings I've been through these three days . I think we all feel a bit tired . ," Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you . " " Well , shall we go to the hotel right now ? I've already made a reservation for you . ", Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible . Wonderful . I'm eager to take a sauna as soon as possible . ," So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall . " " So we must get you to the hotel as soon as possible . I hope to see you refreshed and revitalized tomorrow morning , as we are going to visit the Great Wall . "," I'm sure we will . Actually , we are looking forward to seeing the great wonder . " Could I help you on your new project ? , I have a need for help with writing and also a need for help with the computer work . Which would you prefer ? I have a need for help with writing and also a need for help with the computer work . Which would you prefer ? , I want to help with both . I want to help with both . , That would be wonderful . Sometimes we will be working together and sometimes independently . Would that be OK ? That would be wonderful . Sometimes we will be working together and sometimes independently . Would that be OK ? , Most of the time that is what I prefer . Most of the time that is what I prefer . , We start on Monday . Can you be there ? We start on Monday . Can you be there ? , I am not sure yet . I am not sure yet . , I need your background information before the meeting . I need your background information before the meeting . , I will do that . I will do that . , I'll enjoy working with you . Have a great day ! I'm here to conduct the annual census of foreigners living in Beijing . This is my service ID card . , OK.What do you want to know ? OK.What do you want to know ? , We only need to verify your information against our records . We only need to verify your information against our records . , OK . OK . , Please show me your passport and Residence Permit . Please show me your passport and Residence Permit . , Here you are . Here you are . , How long have you been living here ? How long have you been living here ? , Two years . Two years . , May I know your occupation ? May I know your occupation ? , I'm a professor at a university . I'm a professor at a university . ," Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ? " " Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ? "," I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes . " " I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes . ", Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time . There are lots of new teachers in our class this semester . ," Yeah , so what do you think about the teachers ? " " Yeah , so what do you think about the teachers ? "," To be honest , I like all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seems like an old person . He's so boring . " " To be honest , I like all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seems like an old person . He's so boring . "," I think so too . I don't like him either . Well , who do you like best ? " " I think so too . I don't like him either . Well , who do you like best ? ", It might be the English teacher . What about you ? It might be the English teacher . What about you ? ," Me , too . She speaks very clearly and doesn't use very complicated words so that it is easy for us to understand her . " " Me , too . She speaks very clearly and doesn't use very complicated words so that it is easy for us to understand her . ", She is a pretty good teacher ! With her help I think I can make great progress in English . She is a pretty good teacher ! With her help I think I can make great progress in English . ," Yeah , I like her way of teaching . She told us not to cram for exams , and to pay more attention to communicating than memorizing . " " Yeah , I like her way of teaching . She told us not to cram for exams , and to pay more attention to communicating than memorizing . ", I think it's a good way to develop our language ability . I think it's a good way to develop our language ability . ," Actually , our new math teacher is a good person . He just can't find an appropriate way to teach us . " Could you please stop flipping the channels ? , I ’ m very sorry . "Okay , can I ask you something direct ? ", Ha ! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush . Ha ! It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush . , Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ? Fair enough . Give it to me straight . Did she bully you into this ? ," No , seriously . . . I really want this . " " No , seriously . . . I really want this . "," I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 . " " I tell ya , when I got the invite , it really threw me for a loop . You've done a complete 180 . ", I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down . I know . But things have changed . I guess I've settled down . , I guess so . "I'm really sorry , Bob . I accidentally damaged your bike . ", Uh-oh . It'll probably cost a lot to fix it . Uh-oh . It'll probably cost a lot to fix it . , I'll make it up to you . Let me know how much it costs and I'll give you the money . Do you shop online often ? , Every so often . It is very convenient and the price is lower than in stores . Every so often . It is very convenient and the price is lower than in stores . , Are there many things online ? Are there many things online ? ," Books , cosmetics , daily necessities , even large electrical appliance can be ordered from online-stores . " " Books , cosmetics , daily necessities , even large electrical appliance can be ordered from online-stores . ", Incredible . I really want to survey the on-line virtual supermarket . Incredible . I really want to survey the on-line virtual supermarket . ," Even you can bargain with the owner of one on-line store , although he or she provides ' But It Now ' prices . " " Even you can bargain with the owner of one on-line store , although he or she provides ' But It Now ' prices . ", What are the disadvantages of on-line shopping ? What are the disadvantages of on-line shopping ? ," Some provide wrong pictures for the goods , so many buyers are deceived . " How did I do ? , Do you really want to know ? Do you really want to know ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", You did pretty bad . You did pretty bad . , Exactly how bad ? Exactly how bad ? , You didn't pass the test . You didn't pass the test . , I don't understand how I could've failed it . I don't understand how I could've failed it . , There are a few reasons why you failed . There are a few reasons why you failed . , What are the reasons ? What are the reasons ? , The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver . The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver . , Can I take the test again ? Can I take the test again ? , You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks . "Can I take your order now , Madam ? "," Yes , what would you recommend ? " " Yes , what would you recommend ? "," I'm happy to recommend the fish , It testes delicious , and it is today's special . Our chef is from the coast , and love seafood . Today special is actually his favorite dish . so I'm sure it is a " " I'm happy to recommend the fish , It testes delicious , and it is today's special . Our chef is from the coast , and love seafood . Today special is actually his favorite dish . so I'm sure it is a "," It does sound wonderful , maybe I'll try it . " " It does sound wonderful , maybe I'll try it . "," Is there anything else ? Maybe I can interest you in one of fine appetizers , such as the escargot . " " Is there anything else ? Maybe I can interest you in one of fine appetizers , such as the escargot . "," Not today , thanks . But I'd like to know any of the vegetarian dishes . " " Not today , thanks . But I'd like to know any of the vegetarian dishes . "," Yes , here's the menu . What would you think of your order . " " Yes , here's the menu . What would you think of your order . "," Maybe I don't want the fish , I think I had the greenbean dish instead . " " Maybe I don't want the fish , I think I had the greenbean dish instead . ", What kind of soup would you like ? What kind of soup would you like ? , I'd like the egg drop soup . I'd like the egg drop soup . ," Ok , is that all ? " " Ok , is that all ? ", Yes . Yes . , what would you like anything to drink or you wait ? what would you like anything to drink or you wait ? ," Just nice water , thanks . " I want to find an old music box . , We have a great selection . What decade are you looking for ? We have a great selection . What decade are you looking for ? , Do you have anything made in the 1920s ? Do you have anything made in the 1920s ? , We have six . We have six . , Do any of them have dancing figures ? Do any of them have dancing figures ? ," Actually , two of them have dancing figures . " " Actually , two of them have dancing figures . ", That's fantastic . I think I like this one . That's fantastic . I think I like this one . , A good choice . I prefer that one myself . A good choice . I prefer that one myself . ," Now , is there any warranty with this ? " " Now , is there any warranty with this ? "," Oh , no , I'm afraid not . These things are just too old to guarantee anything . " " Oh , no , I'm afraid not . These things are just too old to guarantee anything . ", I understand . I understand . ," Even if they break down , they're still works of art . " Yes ? ," Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ? " " Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ? ", Certainly.Go along Queen's Road ... Certainly.Go along Queen's Road ... , Along Queen's Road ... Along Queen's Road ... ," Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel . " " Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel . ", Right at the Hilton . Right at the Hilton . ," Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral . " " Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral . ", The Cathedral ? The Cathedral ? , Yes.Then cross the road at the next traffic lights.The Peak Tram is straight ahead.You can't miss it . Yes.Then cross the road at the next traffic lights.The Peak Tram is straight ahead.You can't miss it . , That's very kind of you . Thank you.Er ... have you got a pencil ? That's very kind of you . Thank you.Er ... have you got a pencil ? , Yes.Why ? Yes.Why ? , Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down . One of my students told me she was very depressed today . , Why ? Why ? , Her father is dying . Her father is dying . ," Oh , that ’ s very sad . " " Oh , that ’ s very sad . "," Yeah , she ’ s broken up about it , poor kid . " " Yeah , she ’ s broken up about it , poor kid . ", What did you do ? What did you do ? ," I talked to her for a while , but she ’ s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her . " " I talked to her for a while , but she ’ s really depressed . So , I made an appointment with the school counselor for her . ", That ’ s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ’ s better trained to handle these sorts of things . That ’ s a good idea . The counselor is a psychologist . He ’ s better trained to handle these sorts of things . ," Yeah , that ’ s what I told her . I ’ m glad she ’ s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own . " " Yeah , that ’ s what I told her . I ’ m glad she ’ s reaching out for help , instead of trying to deal with this on her own . "," Yeah , me too . " What's going on ? , Nothing really . How about you ? Nothing really . How about you ? ," A lot , like the party I'm having on Friday . " " A lot , like the party I'm having on Friday . "," Well , that's cool . " " Well , that's cool . ", Will you be able to make it ? Will you be able to make it ? , I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry . I'm busy this Friday . I'm sorry . , What do you have to do ? What do you have to do ? , I'm having dinner with my family I'm having dinner with my family , Maybe you can come next time . Maybe you can come next time . , I'll make sure and come to your next party . I'll make sure and come to your next party . , I'll look for you at my next party . I'll look for you at my next party . , I'll be there . Excuse me . May I come in ? , Sure . Come on in . "I am glad to meet you , Mr.Joey . "," Hello , Mr . lie . I would like to discuss with you the feasibilities of establishing a joint venture with your company . " " Hello , Mr . lie . I would like to discuss with you the feasibilities of establishing a joint venture with your company . "," That is excellent , your investment proposal is a wise decision . May I have some idea of your suggestion ? " " That is excellent , your investment proposal is a wise decision . May I have some idea of your suggestion ? ", I suggest that we set up a board of directors for the management of the company and share rights and obligations as equal . That is very important . Good evening . I've come to see Miss Morrison ," Oh ! Good evening . I'm sorry , but she is not in . She's gone out to the theatre " " Oh ! Good evening . I'm sorry , but she is not in . She's gone out to the theatre ", Oh ! I've just come back from Canada and I've brought a parcel from her parents Oh ! I've just come back from Canada and I've brought a parcel from her parents , Please come in Please come in ," But you're busy , aren't you ? " " But you're busy , aren't you ? ", I was preparing my supper but I've finished now . I was preparing my supper but I've finished now . ," I can leave the parcel with you , can't I ? " " I can leave the parcel with you , can't I ? ", Oh ! yes Do you think the bad weather will last long ? , I don't think so . It changes so quickly this time . I don't think so . It changes so quickly this time . , I hope so . We have planed to visit the square but we have to cancel it . I hope so . We have planed to visit the square but we have to cancel it . , I think you can go to visit the museum . It's worth seeing . You can go to the square some other time . I think you can go to visit the museum . It's worth seeing . You can go to the square some other time . , Good idea . Thanks a billion . I am really impressed with your presentation skills . , Thank you . I have been working on it for several years . Thank you . I have been working on it for several years . ," Well , your time has been well spent ! " " Well , your time has been well spent ! "," It also helps that I have strong team members , such as yourself . You really know your stuff ! " " It also helps that I have strong team members , such as yourself . You really know your stuff ! "," Thanks , but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing ! " Are you looking for an apartment ? ," Yes , I am interested in finding a one-bedroom apartment near Washington Square . " " Yes , I am interested in finding a one-bedroom apartment near Washington Square . ", I think I have just a right apartment for you . I think I have just a right apartment for you . ," Oh , good . Can you describe it ? " " Oh , good . Can you describe it ? "," Yes . It has one bedroom , a large living space and 4 kitchens . " " Yes . It has one bedroom , a large living space and 4 kitchens . ", So is there a refrigerator ? So is there a refrigerator ? ," Yes , it ’ s brand-new . " " Yes , it ’ s brand-new . ", It sounds great . How much is the rent ? It sounds great . How much is the rent ? , It ’ s $ 8.50 a month . It ’ s $ 8.50 a month . , When can I see it ? When can I see it ? , We can take a see by there now if you like . The landlord left me a set of keys with me . We can take a see by there now if you like . The landlord left me a set of keys with me . ," Ok , that would be great . " I want to see the man responsible for selling typewriters . , My name is Steven . I'm the Sales Manager of this company . My name is Steven . I'm the Sales Manager of this company . ," Well , look here . Ten new typewriters were delivered to my company yesterday afternoon and only five of them work properly . " " Well , look here . Ten new typewriters were delivered to my company yesterday afternoon and only five of them work properly . "," Oh , I'm sorry about that . " " Oh , I'm sorry about that . "," Never mind being sorry , what are you going to do about it ? " " Never mind being sorry , what are you going to do about it ? "," Don't worry , we'll soon fix them . " " Don't worry , we'll soon fix them . "," Good , I hope you'll make sure that it won't happen again . " " Good , I hope you'll make sure that it won't happen again . ", I'll certainly look into that . I'll certainly look into that . , Thank you . Goodbye . What can I do for you ? , I would like to look at some watch . I would like to look at some watch . , May I show you the gold ones ? May I show you the gold ones ? ," Pure gold ones , please . " " Pure gold ones , please . ", OK . Here they are . OK . Here they are . , What is the price for this one ? What is the price for this one ? , One thousand yuan . One thousand yuan . , That's quite steep . Can you come down a little bit ? That's quite steep . Can you come down a little bit ? , I'm afraid not . The price is very moderate . I'm afraid not . The price is very moderate . , It's rather more than I was thinking of paying . It's rather more than I was thinking of paying . , We brought the price down only a few days ago . This is definitely a bargain . We brought the price down only a few days ago . This is definitely a bargain . , OK . I'll take it . I'd like to check in . , May I have your ticket and passport please ? May I have your ticket and passport please ? , Here you are . I'd like a window seat . Here you are . I'd like a window seat . ," No problem . Put your baggage on the scale , please . " " No problem . Put your baggage on the scale , please . ", All right . All right . ," OK . Here's your ticket , boarding pass , passport and baggage claim tag . You'll be boarding at Gate 8 . The boarding time is 9 a . m . " " OK . Here's your ticket , boarding pass , passport and baggage claim tag . You'll be boarding at Gate 8 . The boarding time is 9 a . m . ", Thank you very much . "Well , Mr . Smith . That's a nasty infection you have . "," Yes . Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it , doctor ? " " Yes . Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it , doctor ? ", I'm going to prescribe some antibiotics and some cream to ease the itching and burning . I'm going to prescribe some antibiotics and some cream to ease the itching and burning . ," Ok , thank you ! Where should I buy them ? " " Ok , thank you ! Where should I buy them ? ", The pharmacy will give you a discount since you came to the clinic . The pharmacy will give you a discount since you came to the clinic . , Great ! What floor is pharmacy on ? Great ! What floor is pharmacy on ? , The fourth . I'll send the prescription down there so you can just pick it up on your way out . The fourth . I'll send the prescription down there so you can just pick it up on your way out . , Thank you ! That looks like an interesting book . ," It is . It ’ s got pictures of interesting building from all over the world , with brief descriptions of how they were build , their purpose , and so on . " " It is . It ’ s got pictures of interesting building from all over the world , with brief descriptions of how they were build , their purpose , and so on . ", There are the pymeids . It ’ s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ’ t have smooth sides though . There are the pymeids . It ’ s easy to see how they got that name ! they don ’ t have smooth sides though . ," They don ’ t now , but most of them did originally . There ’ s picture of the pentagon in the United States . It ’ s very distinctive with its five sides . " " They don ’ t now , but most of them did originally . There ’ s picture of the pentagon in the United States . It ’ s very distinctive with its five sides . ", Look at that cylindrical office building . I ’ Ve never been seen one that shape before . Look at that cylindrical office building . I ’ Ve never been seen one that shape before . , Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape . Yes . Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape . , Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ’ re not perfectly cylindrical . Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top . They ’ re not perfectly cylindrical . , This is the world ’ s largest sports stadium . It ’ s a massive oval . This is the world ’ s largest sports stadium . It ’ s a massive oval . , What sports do they play there ? What sports do they play there ? , It says here that it ’ s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings . It says here that it ’ s mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings . , Is that building a perfect cube ? Is that building a perfect cube ? ," According to the book , it is . I ’ Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ? " " According to the book , it is . I ’ Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube . Look at the building . From the air , it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides . What kind of building is it ? "," Is says here that it ’ s a war memorial . Now , there ’ s a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels . See ? It consists of several connected by cylinders . I believe you can go up and down inside it . " Is the table free ? ," No , sir . Would you rather sit near the dance floor ? " " No , sir . Would you rather sit near the dance floor ? ", I don't think so . Is that table all right ? I don't think so . Is that table all right ? , That's free . Why do all girls appear feminine after sophomore year ? , Because they are full-grown . Look at their curvy figures . Because they are full-grown . Look at their curvy figures . , I feel they all talk and behave in a different way . I feel they all talk and behave in a different way . , They suddenly become shy when they speak to boys . They suddenly become shy when they speak to boys . , Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ? Some even do make-up slightly . Are you aware that previous ' small potato ' Ma Xiaoxiao becomes a piece of cheese cake recently ? , She is certainly not my kind of girl . She is certainly not my kind of girl . , Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes . Stop preaching your dream love Marilyn Monroe to me . I know those sexy women are your tastes . ," You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either . " " You are so Platonic . Those naive girls will eventually grow into real women . They can't resist love , and men cannot resist their attraction either . "," I appreciate the saying ' Love consists in this , that two solitude protect , border and salute each other . ' " I ’ d like to set a fixed time for this meeting before we finish today . Can you all take a look at your schedules ? , Thursday mornings are usually the slowest around here . Why don ’ t we set it for Thursday at 10:00 a . m . ? Thursday mornings are usually the slowest around here . Why don ’ t we set it for Thursday at 10:00 a . m . ? , That ’ s out for me . I already have a standard meeting on Thursdays at 9:30 a . m . How about Wednesday afternoon at 2 That ’ s out for me . I already have a standard meeting on Thursdays at 9:30 a . m . How about Wednesday afternoon at 2 , That ’ s all right for my department . I don ’ t know how the rest of you feel . "Mary , we're going to the supermarket . Do you want to come ? ", Yeah . I need to get some stuff . Yeah . I need to get some stuff . , Let's all go together then . Let's all go together then . , Where's Lisa ? Where's Lisa ? , She's getting coupons from her desk . She's getting coupons from her desk . , What are coupons ? What are coupons ? , They give you discounts on some stuff that you want to buy . They give you discounts on some stuff that you want to buy . , Really ? Really ? ," Because there is a coupon for almost every product , we always bring coupons on our shopping trips . " Those guys thought they would never lose . But we finally beat them . And look at them crying now . ," The bigger they are , the harder they fall . " The car isn't running smoothly . I'd like to have a look at it . , What's the matter with it ? What's the matter with it ? , I'm not sure . It could be the tires . Let's stop here . I'm not sure . It could be the tires . Let's stop here . , How about the tires ? How about the tires ? , Nothing serious . The right one needs some air . I met Mark yesterday . He looked blue . ," He ’ s been on the gravy train these years , hasn ’ t he ? " " He ’ s been on the gravy train these years , hasn ’ t he ? "," It belongs to the past . He lost his job the other day , and he ’ s up a tree now . " " It belongs to the past . He lost his job the other day , and he ’ s up a tree now . ", It seems that nobody can always expect things to pan out well each time . I am here to get my prescription filled . , Your prescription will be ready in twenty minutes . Your prescription will be ready in twenty minutes . , Do you ever deliver prescriptions by mail ? Do you ever deliver prescriptions by mail ? ," Yes , in fact , you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home . " " Yes , in fact , you can renew this prescription over the Internet and have it delivered to your home . ", How should I take this medication ? How should I take this medication ? , You should take it twice a day . You should take it twice a day . , Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ? Should I avoid alcohol with this medication ? , You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ’ t drink alcohol with this medication . You need something in your stomach when you take it . Don ’ t drink alcohol with this medication . , Should I expect any side effects ? Should I expect any side effects ? ," Sometimes you might feel dizzy , but that isn ’ t common . " "Credit Services , how can I help you ? ", I'd like to apply for a credit card with you . I'd like to apply for a credit card with you . ," Would that be our standard card , our gold card , or our platinum card ? " " Would that be our standard card , our gold card , or our platinum card ? "," Oh , I'm not sure . What's the difference ? " " Oh , I'm not sure . What's the difference ? "," Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB . " " Well , the standard card has a lower credit limit , that's 20,000 RIB , whereas with the platinum card you can have a credit limit of 80,000 RIB . ", Why such a big difference ? Why such a big difference ? ," It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card . " " It's all about credit rating and salary . If your credit rating and your salary are high enough , we can offer you the platinum card . ", My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ? My salary is pretty high and I've never had a problem with my credit rating in the past . Are there any perks of the platinum card ? ," Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts . " " Yes , we have contracts with various luxury shops and health clubs , where if you use the card to purchase items from them , you can get some healthy discounts . ", That's great ; my health club membership is about to expire . How much is the fare ? , Three yuan . Three yuan . , Could you tell me how to use it ? Could you tell me how to use it ? , You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform . You put it in the slot at the turnstile and then push the turnstile to get into the platform . ," Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ? " " Oh , I see . By the way , how can I get out of the platform after I get off the train ? ", That's very easy . The exit is always open . That's very easy . The exit is always open . , Thank you for your help . Thank you for your help . , My pleasure . Is there a train leaving for Philadelphia ? , Yeah . There's an express that leaves in twenty minutes . Yeah . There's an express that leaves in twenty minutes . , May I buy a ticket here at the station ? May I buy a ticket here at the station ? , Sure . Sure . , Where ? Where ? , Go to window number eleven . Go to window number eleven . , Thanks . Can you assure the quality of this air conditioner ? ," Yes , ma'ma . There'll be no problem with the quality . " " Yes , ma'ma . There'll be no problem with the quality . ", What if there's something wrong with it ? What if there's something wrong with it ? , You don't have to worry about it . We have a one year warranty . You don't have to worry about it . We have a one year warranty . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Sure . We have a good after-sale service . Your satisfaction is guaranteed . Have you started cleaning up your room yet ? , I haven't gotten started on my room yet . I haven't gotten started on my room yet . , When exactly do you plan on cleaning it ? When exactly do you plan on cleaning it ? , I have every intention of cleaning my room later . I have every intention of cleaning my room later . , I thought I asked you to clean your room earlier . I thought I asked you to clean your room earlier . , I already told you that I'm going to do it . I already told you that I'm going to do it . , Remember to vacuum the floor and dust everything . Remember to vacuum the floor and dust everything . , I'll remember to do that . I'll remember to do that . , Make sure that you don't go anywhere until you clean your room . Make sure that you don't go anywhere until you clean your room . , I'll clean my room before I leave . I'm feeling hungry . , Isn't it time for dinner ? Isn't it time for dinner ? ," Yes , let's get something to eat . " " Yes , let's get something to eat . ", How about Mac Donald's ? Don't cover up your sadness . Let it go . , I'm sorry . I'm sorry . , It isn't your fault . No one will blame you . It isn't your fault . No one will blame you . , You are so thoughtful . I'm going on a guided tour in the mountain . , You'll see the world-famous magnificent waterfall . You'll see the world-famous magnificent waterfall . , I like the sight and the sound.It worked on me like a magic when I was a child . I like the sight and the sound.It worked on me like a magic when I was a child . , Your dream will come true.It ' s really breathtaking . "Morning , Mum ! "," Morning , Meg . You look not well today ? Are you ill ? " " Morning , Meg . You look not well today ? Are you ill ? "," No , I am not ill . " " No , I am not ill . "," Then , What ’ s the matter with you my child ? " " Then , What ’ s the matter with you my child ? ", Nothing . Nothing . ," Oh , come on , baby . Tell me what happened . " " Oh , come on , baby . Tell me what happened . ", I ... I failed to pass the examination . How I wish I had studied hard . I ... I failed to pass the examination . How I wish I had studied hard . , Oh . Take it easy . You can set your aim from today . Oh . Take it easy . You can set your aim from today . ," Ok , Mum . I will not fail the examination next time . " I may go grocery shopping later . , We need to get food ? We need to get food ? , I don't think we have any food . I don't think we have any food . , What are you going to buy ? What are you going to buy ? , What food are we out of ? What food are we out of ? , Go and look in the kitchen . Go and look in the kitchen . , Could you look for me ? Could you look for me ? , You should just get the basics . You should just get the basics . , What would that be ? What would that be ? ," Get some eggs , milk , and bread . " " Get some eggs , milk , and bread . ", Would you please make a list for me ? Would you please make a list for me ? ," Okay , I'll write it down for you . " "Hi , John ! I haven ’ t seen you for ages . "," Hi ! Yes , it ’ s been a long time . I ’ m really glad to see you . " " Hi ! Yes , it ’ s been a long time . I ’ m really glad to see you . "," I ’ m glad to see you , too . How ’ Ve you been ? " " I ’ m glad to see you , too . How ’ Ve you been ? ", Just fine . How is everything with you ? Just fine . How is everything with you ? ," Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ’ s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ? " " Not bad . I finally bought a house . It ’ s an old one , but built really solid . It is close to here . Do you want to come over for lunch ? "," I ’ d like that , but I ’ m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ’ d meet them at the airport for lunch . " " I ’ d like that , but I ’ m flying home this afternoon , and I told my parents I ’ d meet them at the airport for lunch . "," OK , next time you ’ re here . " " OK , next time you ’ re here . ", That ’ s a deal . That ’ s a deal . , I heard that you moved to Florida . I heard that you moved to Florida . ," Yes , I ’ m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ’ Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches . " " Yes , I ’ m in Titusville . The space shuttle is launched from near there . I ’ Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches . ", Tell me more . Tell me more . , The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright . The shuttle launches are beautiful . I saw one that took off at midnight . The whole sky got bright . , Sounds great ! Sounds great ! , I ’ m pretty happy living there . I ’ m pretty happy living there . ," I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs . " " I want to see Disney World , Sea World , Universal Studios , and Weeki-Watchee Springs . ", I ’ Ve been to all of them . I ’ Ve been to all of them . , I ’ m jealous . I ’ Ve never been to Florida . I ’ m jealous . I ’ Ve never been to Florida . , The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ’ ll take you to Disney World . The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting . Come down for a vacation sometime . I ’ ll take you to Disney World . , That sounds great ! I ’ ll take you up on that invitation . That sounds great ! I ’ ll take you up on that invitation . ," I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ? " " I hope you do . And keep in touch , OK ? ", I sure will . I sure will . , Here ’ s my business card . Send me an email once in a while . Here ’ s my business card . Send me an email once in a while . , Count on it . And here ’ s my card . Don ’ t hesitate to call me anytime . Count on it . And here ’ s my card . Don ’ t hesitate to call me anytime . , Thank you . I ’ d better get going . I don ’ t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry . Thank you . I ’ d better get going . I don ’ t want to be late for lunch . Mom would worry . ," Well , I ’ m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip . " " Well , I ’ m really glad we bumped into each other . Have a good trip . "," Take good care of yourself , Mary . " " Take good care of yourself , Mary . ", I will . Good-bye . I will . Good-bye . , Bye-bye ! Did you go to school today ? , Of course . Did you ? Of course . Did you ? ," I didn't want to , so I didn't . " " I didn't want to , so I didn't . "," That's sad , but have you gone to the movies recently ? " " That's sad , but have you gone to the movies recently ? ", That's a switch . That's a switch . ," I'm serious , have you ? " " I'm serious , have you ? "," No , I haven't . Why ? " " No , I haven't . Why ? ", I really want to go to the movies this weekend . I really want to go to the movies this weekend . , So go then . So go then . , I really don't want to go by myself . I really don't want to go by myself . ," Well anyway , do you plan on going to school tomorrow ? " " Well anyway , do you plan on going to school tomorrow ? "," No , I think I'm going to go to the movies . " "He's honest , hardworking and responsible . I simply can't find any shortcoming of his as an employee . "," I rather doubt it.You ' re cheated by his appearance , I think . " " I rather doubt it.You ' re cheated by his appearance , I think . ", Don't be so jealous . He never speaks ill of you before me . You look great ! How do you stay in such good shape ? ," Well , I go jogging every morning , eat a healthful diet and work out in a gymnasium twice a week . " " Well , I go jogging every morning , eat a healthful diet and work out in a gymnasium twice a week . "," Wow , it sounds like a lot of work . I guess I'm too lazy to do all that . " "Hi , Ann . ", Hi . You look excited . What's happening ? Hi . You look excited . What's happening ? , I just heard that our school will hold a singing contest in 5 days . I just heard that our school will hold a singing contest in 5 days . , And you're planning to enter ? And you're planning to enter ? , Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice . Of course . This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice . , Is there a prize ? Is there a prize ? , I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio . I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio . , Do you think you have a chance ? Do you think you have a chance ? ," A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain.Everyone says my voice is beautiful . " " A chance ? Not just a chance , I'm a hundred percent certain.Everyone says my voice is beautiful . ", But you haven't practised all that much . But you haven't practised all that much . , I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag ! I still have 5 days to practise . It's in the bag ! , Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help . Don't be too sure . You're still going to need some help . ," Yeah , maybe . " "Hello , I would like to speak with Ryan . ", This is Ryan . How may I help you ? This is Ryan . How may I help you ? ," Ryan , this is Malia , and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather . " " Ryan , this is Malia , and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather . ", Do you know what the problem is ? Do you know what the problem is ? , I have a horrible rash from poison oak . I have a horrible rash from poison oak . , Have you had it a long time ? Have you had it a long time ? , The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days . The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days . , Have you been using anything for it ? Have you been using anything for it ? ," I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine . " " I bought some over-the-counter lotion , and I am taking an antihistamine . ", That will probably take care of your symptoms . I ’ ll see you tomorrow . I need to get some beef . , Do you know what kind of beef you want ? Do you know what kind of beef you want ? , I want to get some ground beef . I want to get some ground beef . , How many pounds do you need ? How many pounds do you need ? , I would like four pounds of ground beef . I would like four pounds of ground beef . , What kind of ground beef do you need ? What kind of ground beef do you need ? , I would like the extra lean . I would like the extra lean . , Let me go and get that for you . Let me go and get that for you . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now . No problem . I'll wrap it up for you now . , I appreciate that . What are your personal weaknesses ? ," I ’ m afraid I ’ m a poor talker . I ’ m not comfortable talking with the people whom I have just met for the first time . That is not very good for business , so I have been studying public speaking . " " I ’ m afraid I ’ m a poor talker . I ’ m not comfortable talking with the people whom I have just met for the first time . That is not very good for business , so I have been studying public speaking . ", Are you more of a leader or a follower ? Are you more of a leader or a follower ? ," I don ’ t try to lead people . I ’ d rather cooperate with everybody , and get the job done by working together . " " I don ’ t try to lead people . I ’ d rather cooperate with everybody , and get the job done by working together . ", Do you think you can make yourself easily understood in English ? Do you think you can make yourself easily understood in English ? ," Yes , in most circumstances . " " Yes , in most circumstances . ", Are you available for travel ? Are you available for travel ? ," Yes , I like travelling . I am young , and unmarried . It ’ s no problem for me to travel frequently . " "Hello , Fife Computers . How can I help ? "," Hello , this is the Corporate Department of Lincoln Bank calling . We are calling to let you know that some documents have arrived for you at our bank . " " Hello , this is the Corporate Department of Lincoln Bank calling . We are calling to let you know that some documents have arrived for you at our bank . "," Oh , really ? Do you know which company they are from ? " " Oh , really ? Do you know which company they are from ? "," They're from Schnitt's of Rudesheim , Germany . Would you like us to check them ? " " They're from Schnitt's of Rudesheim , Germany . Would you like us to check them ? ", What's the charge for that ? What's the charge for that ? , It's 150 RIB for the service . It's 150 RIB for the service . , That seems pretty reasonable . Thanks . You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe . When is it that you are leaving ? ," In just three weeks , and I am excited . But there are still a few things I need to do before I go . " " In just three weeks , and I am excited . But there are still a few things I need to do before I go . ", Like what ? Like what ? ," Like renewing my passport , going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I ’ m gone . " " Like renewing my passport , going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I ’ m gone . "," You are not going to give it up , are you ? " " You are not going to give it up , are you ? "," No way . I ’ ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ’ t like the idea of paying three months ’ rent on an empty apartment , either . " " No way . I ’ ll never find another apartment around here . But I don ’ t like the idea of paying three months ’ rent on an empty apartment , either . ", I don ’ t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it . I don ’ t blame you . Perhaps you could sublet it . ," Yes , but whom to ? " " Yes , but whom to ? "," Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August . " " Mmm ... let me think . Oh , I know just a person . An old colleague of mine , Jim Thomas , is coming here to do some research this summer , from June to August . "," That ’ s exactly when I ’ ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees . " " That ’ s exactly when I ’ ll be away . It sounds ideal , as long as the landlord agrees . "," Tell you what , I ’ ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ’ ll mention it to him then . " " Tell you what , I ’ ll be calling Jim late this week anyway , so I ’ ll mention it to him then . "," Well , thanks , Bill . Let me know what happens . That extra money will really come in handy . " Do you have any work experience in this field ? ," Yes . After my graduation from university , I worked as a Customer Service Coordinator in a foreign representative office , and then I transferred to a joint venture as a Market Development Manager . So I am familiar with the market in China . " " Yes . After my graduation from university , I worked as a Customer Service Coordinator in a foreign representative office , and then I transferred to a joint venture as a Market Development Manager . So I am familiar with the market in China . ", What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? ," I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues . " " I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues . ", Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ? Does your current employer know you are looking for another job ? ," No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me . " " No , I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer , but I am sure he will release me . ", What is your impression of your present company ? What is your impression of your present company ? , Very good . Very good . , What would your current colleague say about you ? What would your current colleague say about you ? , They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker . How much further do we have to walk ? , It's about 3 kilometers . It's about 3 kilometers . , Shall we have a rest here ? I am tired out . Shall we have a rest here ? I am tired out . , Why not walk further to the tree over there ? Why not walk further to the tree over there ? , Good idea . So we Can rest in the shadow of the tree . "Lucy , I ’ d like to fix the light in the corridor , it keeps flashing , which drives me crazy . Would you like to help me with the ladder ? "," Monica , wait a moment . I think we ’ d better call the repair man to do it . " " Monica , wait a moment . I think we ’ d better call the repair man to do it . ", I think I can handle it by myself . I think I can handle it by myself . , I ’ d like you to have a look at the safety manual of our company . I ’ d like you to have a look at the safety manual of our company . ," I see . If I got hurt when fixing the light , even during office hours , I wouldn ’ t get compensation from our company since repairing is not my responsibility . " " I see . If I got hurt when fixing the light , even during office hours , I wouldn ’ t get compensation from our company since repairing is not my responsibility . ", Other company rules also need your attention . Other company rules also need your attention . ," Like this one ? Never wear loose clothes or hair when operating the shredder.Yeah , thank you for telling me . " " Like this one ? Never wear loose clothes or hair when operating the shredder.Yeah , thank you for telling me . ", Don ’ t mention it . "Come on , Tara . Let ’ s go up to the window and buy two tickets . The movie is starting in a few minutes . ", We can ’ t break into the line . Don ’ t be so impatient . We ’ ll be at the front of the line soon . We can ’ t break into the line . Don ’ t be so impatient . We ’ ll be at the front of the line soon . ," Two tickets , please . How much are they ? " " Two tickets , please . How much are they ? "," Oh no , Ari . I didn ’ t mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight . Let ’ s go Dutch . I ’ ll pay my own way . I insist . " " Oh no , Ari . I didn ’ t mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight . Let ’ s go Dutch . I ’ ll pay my own way . I insist . ", I ’ m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ’ s newspaper . I ’ m looking forward to this film . I read a good review of it in this morning ’ s newspaper . ," Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ’ m tired of heavy drama . " " Me , too . It will be great to see something light and funny for a change . I ’ m tired of heavy drama . ", Are these seats okay ? Are these seats okay ? ," They ’ re fine , but I can ’ t watch a movie without popcorn . " Have you seen this news article ? Apparently an organization has made a list to name the new seven wonders of the world and people could vote for them online . ," Wow , that's really interesting . So who won ? " " Wow , that's really interesting . So who won ? "," Well , the Great Wall of China , the Taj Mahal in India . " " Well , the Great Wall of China , the Taj Mahal in India . "," I've been there ! It really is an amazing work of architecture and art . The entire complex is made of white marble and in the interior of the tomb , the walls are covered with gems and emeralds ! " " I've been there ! It really is an amazing work of architecture and art . The entire complex is made of white marble and in the interior of the tomb , the walls are covered with gems and emeralds ! "," Cool ! Also amongst the winners is Petra , in Jordan , Mach Pitch in Peru and the pyramid in Chichenitza in Mexico . " " Cool ! Also amongst the winners is Petra , in Jordan , Mach Pitch in Peru and the pyramid in Chichenitza in Mexico . "," Wait a minute ! It also says that the Christ Re-deemer statue in Brazil and the Colosseum in Rome are wonders . I would love to go to Italy and see the Colosseum , stand in the middle like a gladiator ! " " Wait a minute ! It also says that the Christ Re-deemer statue in Brazil and the Colosseum in Rome are wonders . I would love to go to Italy and see the Colosseum , stand in the middle like a gladiator ! "," Well , let's see if we can find some cheap airfare and we can go towards the end of the year . " " Well , let's see if we can find some cheap airfare and we can go towards the end of the year . ", Good idea ! Are you going to vote ? ," Yes , are you ? " " Yes , are you ? "," Yeah , but what day are the elections ? " " Yeah , but what day are the elections ? ", You don ’ t know what day the elections are ? You don ’ t know what day the elections are ? , That ’ s why I ’ m asking you . That ’ s why I ’ m asking you . , They ’ re this coming Tuesday . They ’ re this coming Tuesday . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , I ’ m serious . " " Yes , I ’ m serious . ", Good thing you told me . Good thing you told me . , I can ’ t believe you didn ’ t know when the elections were . I can ’ t believe you didn ’ t know when the elections were . , It slipped my mind . It slipped my mind . , You should watch the news more often . "I'm sorry , I'm engaged at 2 p . m . "," If you don't mind , let's make it a little later.What about three or four ? " " If you don't mind , let's make it a little later.What about three or four ? "," Sorry , the whole afternoon is filled up here.Will tomorrow do ? " " Sorry , the whole afternoon is filled up here.Will tomorrow do ? ", All right . "Let me tell you some more . The interest is settled on the 20th of the last month in each quarter , It's paid quarterly . Of course it also needs to be settled if you cancel the account . "," Miao Ping , in your opinion , should we go for the Type A or Type B Account ? " " Miao Ping , in your opinion , should we go for the Type A or Type B Account ? "," Well , the Type B Account is very restricted . If your aim is to use the account the same way as your use your Settlement Account , I would recommend the Type A Account for you . " " Well , the Type B Account is very restricted . If your aim is to use the account the same way as your use your Settlement Account , I would recommend the Type A Account for you . ", Thanks for your time . I'll go and discuss everything with my partner and I'll be back later . You are freaking me out . , You don ’ t like the dog ? I promise I will never bring it with me ! "What do you want , Essie ? ", A cup of coffee and an apple pie . How about you ? A cup of coffee and an apple pie . How about you ? , I don't want coffee . I'd like some orange juice . I don't want coffee . I'd like some orange juice . , Why don't you drink coffee ? Why don't you drink coffee ? , I don't like coffee in this cafe . I don't like coffee in this cafe . , It does taste weird . It does taste weird . , Most people think so . "All right then , Ms . Montgomery . I ’ ll get those plans over to your office by Thursday afternoon . ", Great . That will give me time to talk with my staff before I make final decision . Great . That will give me time to talk with my staff before I make final decision . , That ’ s what I was thinking . I ’ ll have them there by Thursday . That ’ s what I was thinking . I ’ ll have them there by Thursday . , Good news . Thanks for getting things done so quickly . I heard you received a prize for you book . ," yes , I did . I won a prize for best local history book at the annual book awards . " " yes , I did . I won a prize for best local history book at the annual book awards . ", congratulations ! You must be very proud of your achievement . congratulations ! You must be very proud of your achievement . ," actually , I was happy just to get the book published . Winning the prize was an added bonus . " " actually , I was happy just to get the book published . Winning the prize was an added bonus . ", what was the prize ? what was the prize ? , I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice . I won $ 200 to spend on any books of my choice . , that ’ s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ? that ’ s a great prize for a person who writes books ! Have you ever won a prize before ? , I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz . I shared a prize with some friends last week . We won a bottle of whisky at a pub quiz . ," I won $ 10 in the lottery last month . Perhaps next time , I ’ ll be luckier and win the jackpot ! " "Hi , can I help you ? "," Yes , please . I'm looking for a sofa . " " Yes , please . I'm looking for a sofa . ", What about this one ? What about this one ? , May it be used as a sofa in the day and a bed during the night ? May it be used as a sofa in the day and a bed during the night ? ," Oh , you want a convertible sofa . This way , please . Over there is the one you want . " May I see your passport please ? , Yes . Here it is . Yes . Here it is . , Are you travelling for business or pleasure ? Are you travelling for business or pleasure ? , I'm going to visit some relatives here for several months . I'm going to visit some relatives here for several months . , Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ? Do you have anything to declare ? Jewellery or cash ? , The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer . The only things I brought were some cloths and my notebook computer . ," Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ? " " Did you bring any fruits , vegetables , fresh meats or plants into this country ? "," No , Sir , I did not . " "Good morning , sir . What can I do for you ? ", Good morning . I want to deposit a sum of money into my account . Good morning . I want to deposit a sum of money into my account . , OK ! How much do you want to deposit ? OK ! How much do you want to deposit ? ," Well , I want to deposit 2,000 yuan into my account . " " Well , I want to deposit 2,000 yuan into my account . "," Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in . " " Would you please fill in a deposit form first ? Please write down your name , your account number and the amount you want to put in . ", OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account . OK . I wonder about the rate of interest of the account . , Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year . Interest is paid at the rate of 1 % per annum at present . And it is added to your account every year . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , My pleasure . "Good morning . May I speak to Mr . Black , please ? ", Speaking . Speaking . , This is the Front Desk . I'm afraid that the air conditioning in your room needs repair . We would like to request you to change your room . We are very sorry for the inconvenience . This is the Front Desk . I'm afraid that the air conditioning in your room needs repair . We would like to request you to change your room . We are very sorry for the inconvenience . ," 0K . Well , I suppose I have no choice . What do you want me to do ? " " 0K . Well , I suppose I have no choice . What do you want me to do ? "," What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ? " " What time is the most convenient for you to change rooms , sir ? ", I'm going out in about half an hour . I'm going out in about half an hour . , What time will you be back ? What time will you be back ? ," Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose . " " Oh , around seven o'clock , I suppose . "," We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return . " " We could move your luggage while you are out , but could you take any valuables with you ? You may pick up your new room key No . 216 from the Front Desk when you return . ", OK . I'll do that . OK . I'll do that . ," Thank you very much , sir . " Did you hear the news ? , What happened ? What happened ? , Our cousin went into labor and had her baby last week . Our cousin went into labor and had her baby last week . , She did ? Why didn't anyone tell me ? She did ? Why didn't anyone tell me ? , I would've thought that somebody would have told you . I would've thought that somebody would have told you . ," No , I had no idea . " " No , I had no idea . "," Well , she did , her baby was 8 pounds 6 ounces . " " Well , she did , her baby was 8 pounds 6 ounces . "," Oh my God , that's great ! " " Oh my God , that's great ! ", Are you going to go and visit her and the baby ? Are you going to go and visit her and the baby ? , I think that I might . I think that I might . , Good ! I just thought I'd let you know . Good ! I just thought I'd let you know . , Thanks for telling me . I'm really tired of my job in the bank . I'm thinking about changing it . , Have you any definite idea ? Have you any definite idea ? ," Not yet , what's your opinion ? " " Not yet , what's your opinion ? ", I think you'd better try an active job . What do you think of the most important things to do when running a business ? ," Well , there are several things . Of course , you must do everything you can to keep costs down and revenues high . " " Well , there are several things . Of course , you must do everything you can to keep costs down and revenues high . "," So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ? " " So , do you think workers should be paid as little as possible ? "," No . if you do that , the workers won ’ t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs . " " No . if you do that , the workers won ’ t like their jobs . They will be less efficient and you will get a high staff turnover . Those things will increase you costs . ", How can a business maximise revenues ? How can a business maximise revenues ? , You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ’ s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small . You need to invest in some good advertising . You have to know where your potential customers are and target them . It ’ s no good trying to sell computer games to older people . The market is too small . , What else do you suggest ? What else do you suggest ? ," Find out what other companies charge for the same products or services . Price yourself near the low end . Don ’ t be much cheaper than everyone else , because many customers distrust very cheap things . Th " What can I help you with today ? , My washing machine isn't working . My washing machine isn't working . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , The water will not drain . The water will not drain . , Is there anything else wrong with it ? Is there anything else wrong with it ? ," No , that's it . " " No , that's it . ", I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like . I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like . , When will you be able to fix it ? When will you be able to fix it ? , How does this afternoon at 2 thirty sound to you ? How does this afternoon at 2 thirty sound to you ? , That would be perfect . That would be perfect . ," Alright , so I'll see you then ? " " Alright , so I'll see you then ? ", See you then . "Good morning , Mr Bell . How are you today ? Are you here to sort out your L / C documents ? "," Yes . I've been through them and there's a problem , a rather major discrepancy actually . You see ? It should be KN509 . " " Yes . I've been through them and there's a problem , a rather major discrepancy actually . You see ? It should be KN509 . "," I see , here it says KM509 . " " I see , here it says KM509 . "," Exactly , if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match . " " Exactly , if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match . "," Yes , I see what you mean . You need to reject these documents . " "Thanks for inviting me . And happy birthday , Julia . ", Many thanks for your present . I'm so glad you are able to come . So what do you think of my new dress ? ," I think it ’ s great ! I really like the color , and it goes really well with your eyes . I ’ Ve actually been eyeing that dress at Maxine ’ s for a while now , but I wasn ’ t sure I could afford ninety-five dollars for a dress at the moment . " " I think it ’ s great ! I really like the color , and it goes really well with your eyes . I ’ Ve actually been eyeing that dress at Maxine ’ s for a while now , but I wasn ’ t sure I could afford ninety-five dollars for a dress at the moment . "," Um , ninety-five dollars ? " " Um , ninety-five dollars ? "," Yes , that ’ s the price they were advertising it at . I was hoping it might go on sale soon . Why , how much did you pay for it ? " " Yes , that ’ s the price they were advertising it at . I was hoping it might go on sale soon . Why , how much did you pay for it ? ", I bought it for one hundred and forty-five dollars at Helen ’ s Boutique . I didn ’ t know I could get it cheaper somewhere else . I bought it for one hundred and forty-five dollars at Helen ’ s Boutique . I didn ’ t know I could get it cheaper somewhere else . ," Of course ! Everything at Helen ’ s is overpriced , and they sell things that you can find at almost every other clothing store ! Why didn ’ t you shop around ? " " Of course ! Everything at Helen ’ s is overpriced , and they sell things that you can find at almost every other clothing store ! Why didn ’ t you shop around ? "," I don ’ t know , I just saw the dress and thought about how pretty it looks and how much I wanted it . I guess I was too impulsive . " "What can I do for you , sir ? ", I am Tim Green in Room 1021 and I want a wake-up call at five thirty AM tomorrow . I am Tim Green in Room 1021 and I want a wake-up call at five thirty AM tomorrow . ," Yes , I see . five thirty AM Mr . Green , Room 1021 . " " Yes , I see . five thirty AM Mr . Green , Room 1021 . ", I want to change my wake-up time . I want to change my wake-up time . ," Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ? " " Ok , could you tell me your room number and your name ? "," Tim , in Room 1021 . " " Tim , in Room 1021 . ", And when would you want us call you this time ? And when would you want us call you this time ? , At six thirty AM tomorrow . At six thirty AM tomorrow . ," Ok , six thirty AM . We will call you exactly on that time . " Could you please pass me the salt ? , There you go . What time shall I pick you up ? , How about 6:30 ? How about 6:30 ? , That'll be fine . See you soon . When will I get a raise ? , In three months or so ? In three months or so ? , You said the same thing three months ago . You said the same thing three months ago . ," Did I ? Well . Anyway , you'll get your raise when the economy starts picking up . " " Did I ? Well . Anyway , you'll get your raise when the economy starts picking up . ", You mean I won't get a raise until recession ends ? You mean I won't get a raise until recession ends ? , Yes . Yes . , I got the message . I am quitting . Excuse me . I was wondering how to order office supplies . , We have a requisition form on the company web site . What type of supplies do you need ? We have a requisition form on the company web site . What type of supplies do you need ? ," I need paper , ink cartridges , and paper clips . " " I need paper , ink cartridges , and paper clips . ", How quickly will you need your supplies ? How quickly will you need your supplies ? , I need all of my supplies right away . I need all of my supplies right away . , We also will have to check your department budget . Do you know how much money you have for office supplies ? We also will have to check your department budget . Do you know how much money you have for office supplies ? , I will check to see what my budget is . I will check to see what my budget is . , Would you like these supplies delivered or would you like to pick them up ? Would you like these supplies delivered or would you like to pick them up ? , Please deliver them to my office . Please deliver them to my office . ," Fine , well just send the form to us and we will let you know as soon as your supplies come in . Have a good day ! " " Fine , well just send the form to us and we will let you know as soon as your supplies come in . Have a good day ! ", Thank you ! "Hello , towing service . What ’ s your problem ? ", Yes . I need a tow truck . My car is broken down . Yes . I need a tow truck . My car is broken down . , Where are you now ? Where are you now ? ," I ’ m on the Highway 401 , close to the Lipton Link . " " I ’ m on the Highway 401 , close to the Lipton Link . ", All right . I got it . What color is your car ? All right . I got it . What color is your car ? , Black . Black . , And plate number . And plate number . , AKIM 400 . AKIM 400 . , Okay . Just stay in your car . We ’ ll be there in five minutes . Okay . Just stay in your car . We ’ ll be there in five minutes . , Thanks a lot . "Hi , Celia ! How was your trip to the United States ? ", It was terrific . I really enjoyed it . It was terrific . I really enjoyed it . , Great . How long were you away ? Great . How long were you away ? , I was there for about three weeks . I was there for about three weeks . , That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ? That's a long time ! Was the weather OK ? ," Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago . " " Yes , most of the time . But it snowed a lot in Chicago . "," So , what was the best thing about your trip ? " " So , what was the best thing about your trip ? "," Oh , that's difficult to say . But I guess I liked Nashville the best . " Are you studying any languages here ? ," Yes , I'm studying in the Foreign Languages Department . " " Yes , I'm studying in the Foreign Languages Department . ", What are you majoring in ? What are you majoring in ? , I'm majoring in English . I'm majoring in English . , Is it difficult to learn ? Is it difficult to learn ? ," Yes . The language is hard to learn , but it's interesting . " " Yes . The language is hard to learn , but it's interesting . ", Do you know anything about Britain and America ? Do you know anything about Britain and America ? , I'm reading a lot of books about the two countries . I like the culture . I'm reading a lot of books about the two countries . I like the culture . , Right.It ' s important to learn the culture of a nation if you want to learn the language well . Right.It ' s important to learn the culture of a nation if you want to learn the language well . , You're right . We're forming a study group to prepare for the finals . Do you want to join us ? , But the semester just started ? Why the rush ? But the semester just started ? Why the rush ? ," After you try it once this way , I don't think you'll ever put off studying till the end again . " " After you try it once this way , I don't think you'll ever put off studying till the end again . ", How often do you meet ? How often do you meet ? , We plan to get together once a week . We plan to get together once a week . ," What days , do you know ? " " What days , do you know ? "," We were talking about Wednesday evenings at the library , from seven to eight . " " We were talking about Wednesday evenings at the library , from seven to eight . "," Okay , count me in . " What will you have ? , I don't know anything about American food . What do you recommend ? I don't know anything about American food . What do you recommend ? ," Which do you prefer , meat or fish ? " " Which do you prefer , meat or fish ? ", I'd rather have meat . I'd rather have meat . , Then why don't you try the Chef's Steak Special ? Then why don't you try the Chef's Steak Special ? , OK . Whatever you say . "Hi , is you , John ? "," Oh , Jane . What on earth have you been ? I've called you a thousand times . " " Oh , Jane . What on earth have you been ? I've called you a thousand times . "," Sorry , John . I suddenly got a severe stomachache last night , and stayed in hospital the whole day . " " Sorry , John . I suddenly got a severe stomachache last night , and stayed in hospital the whole day . "," But I called your cell phone , and there was no answer . " " But I called your cell phone , and there was no answer . "," I know , I left it at home . " " I know , I left it at home . ", Do you feel better now ? Do you feel better now ? ," It's OK now . Don't worry , John . " I can't wait to go skiing tomorrow . , I know . It's going to be so much fun . I know . It's going to be so much fun . , I always get excited the day before . I always get excited the day before . , I used to be like that . But I go skiing so often that I don't get excited anymore . I used to be like that . But I go skiing so often that I don't get excited anymore . ," I only go skiing twice a year , so it's a real treat for me . " " I only go skiing twice a year , so it's a real treat for me . ", That makes sense . That makes sense . , What things make you excited ? What things make you excited ? ," Whenever I go to Vegas , I get really excited . " " Whenever I go to Vegas , I get really excited . ", Oh ... that makes me excited too ! Oh ... that makes me excited too ! , Looks like anything fun makes you excited . Hey Michelle . Good to see you . Are you at lunch ? , Oh hi Jim . No I just got back . I thought you were on vacation now . Oh hi Jim . No I just got back . I thought you were on vacation now . ," No , I wish I was ! I just got back from Spain actually . " " No , I wish I was ! I just got back from Spain actually . ", Oh wonderful ! Have you been there before or was it your first time ? Oh wonderful ! Have you been there before or was it your first time ? ," My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ... " " My first time . I've traveled around Europe a lot , but this was my first time to Spain . It was amazing , and the weather was just beautiful ! No rain , and just sun , sun , sun ... ", I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights . I'm so jealous of you . I've never been anywhere in Europe . I've always dreamed of traveling around and seeing the sights . ," Well , I really recommend Spain . You really should go . Anyway , it's been great to catch up , but I must be going , this is my floor . Speak again soon I hope . " There will be a party in my company ; what shall I wear ? , Is it formal or informal ? Is it formal or informal ? ," I guess it is a formal one because the general director will give a speech there , and most of the staff will take part in . " " I guess it is a formal one because the general director will give a speech there , and most of the staff will take part in . "," In that case , formal suit with a nice tie will be better . " " In that case , formal suit with a nice tie will be better . ", You are right . What about shoes ? You are right . What about shoes ? , The brown leather shoes are OK . The brown leather shoes are OK . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Don ’ t mention it . Look at that pretty girl . , Wow ! She's gorgeous . Sorry . The car breaks down and it needs to be repaired . , Knock on wood . But I have a very important date . "Hello , three-five . ", Is that Anne ? Is that Anne ? ," I'm sorry , I'm very tired . I'm going to bed early . I didn't have good time , and I don't really want to see you again . " " I'm sorry , I'm very tired . I'm going to bed early . I didn't have good time , and I don't really want to see you again . ", What are you talking about ? We had a great time . We laughed and talked all night last time . What are you talking about ? We had a great time . We laughed and talked all night last time . , It was hardly all night . And I recall it was you doing all the laughing at your own jokes . It was hardly all night . And I recall it was you doing all the laughing at your own jokes . , That's not fair . We had fun . Give me a second chance . Can we meet tomorrow night for drinks at the pub ? That's not fair . We had fun . Give me a second chance . Can we meet tomorrow night for drinks at the pub ? ," No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I ' m too tired now . I have to go to sleep . Goodbye . " " No , I ' m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I ' m too tired now . I have to go to sleep . Goodbye . ", But Anne ... "Do you want to help me make the cookies , Anna ? ", I'd love to . I'd love to . ," First , put away your toys . " " First , put away your toys . ", OK . OK . , I'll get the flour out . I'll get the flour out . , Let me help you . May I take your order now ? ," Yes , I'll have a boiled egg with toast and orange juice , please . " " Yes , I'll have a boiled egg with toast and orange juice , please . ", How would you like your eggs ? How would you like your eggs ? ," Hard-boiled , please . " " Hard-boiled , please . "," And your toast , light or dark ? " " And your toast , light or dark ? "," Dark , please . " " Dark , please . ", Now or later ? Now or later ? , Later will do . Later will do . , Will there be anything else ? Will there be anything else ? ," No , that's all . Thanks . " " No , that's all . Thanks . ", One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow . One hard-boiled egg with toast and orange juice to follow . , That's right . That's right . ," Just a moment , please . " There is a problem in my apartment . , What is it ? What is it ? ," A pipe broke in my wall , and water is leaking . " " A pipe broke in my wall , and water is leaking . ", Is the water causing any damage ? Is the water causing any damage ? ," Yes , it ’ s creating mildew on the walls . " " Yes , it ’ s creating mildew on the walls . ", I won ’ t be able to fix the pipe until tomorrow . I won ’ t be able to fix the pipe until tomorrow . , I can call a plumber to fix it right now . I can call a plumber to fix it right now . , I ’ ll do it for you . I ’ ll do it for you . ," Well , you can ’ t do it until tomorrow , and I need it fixed now . " " Well , you can ’ t do it until tomorrow , and I need it fixed now . ", That ’ s true . That ’ s true . , You ’ re okay with me calling someone ? You ’ re okay with me calling someone ? , I ’ m all right with that . How do you like the food here ? , I don't like it very much.But every-body likes their own food best . I don't like it very much.But every-body likes their own food best . , There are many things I miss . You can't get the ingredients here . There are many things I miss . You can't get the ingredients here . ," Are you sure ? All the big cities have specialty shops , which sell all sorts of ethnic foods . " " Are you sure ? All the big cities have specialty shops , which sell all sorts of ethnic foods . ", Perhaps . i just haven't had time to find them yet . What are you two doing in here ? ," We heard you weren't feeling well , so we came to check on you . " " We heard you weren't feeling well , so we came to check on you . "," I was sitting there giving out nametags and all of a sudden , there she was . " " I was sitting there giving out nametags and all of a sudden , there she was . "," Who , Femi ? Yeah , Yi-jun saw her inside . " " Who , Femi ? Yeah , Yi-jun saw her inside . ", All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ? All these memories of prom night came back to me . I had to be alone . You remember that night ? , I remember someone spiked my punch . You sat with me in the girl's bathroom ... "Excuse me , is there a Post Office around here ? ", Yes . There's one on the corner of 23th street . Yes . There's one on the corner of 23th street . , How do I get there from here ? How do I get there from here ? , Just walk north for 3 blocks . It's next to the Mexico restaurant . Just walk north for 3 blocks . It's next to the Mexico restaurant . , How far is that ? How far is that ? ," Oh , very close . Maybe 5 minutes walk . " Excuse me . Can you tell me how to get started using these machines ? , Of course . Are you a new member here ? Of course . Are you a new member here ? , Yes . Yes . , Welcome . My name is Johnson . Welcome . My name is Johnson . , Nice to meet you . Nice to meet you . , Do you have any experience using weights ? Do you have any experience using weights ? ," No , I don't . So I need some help . " " No , I don't . So I need some help . "," Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch.You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines . " " Well , first it is important to go through a good stretch.You must warm up properly so that you don't hurt yourself on the machines . "," Yes , I know that.Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room.So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines . " " Yes , I know that.Derek just led me through the warm up in the aerobics room.So I'm ready , I think . I can start using the machines . ", Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you . Alright . Great . Then we must get a card for you . , What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one . What do you mean--a membership card ? I already have one . ," No . Not that . I mean a training card.The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine.Here , let me show you . " " No . Not that . I mean a training card.The card allows you to keep track of how much weight you use on each machine.Here , let me show you . ", I'm ready . I'm ready . ," Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed.So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do.And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine . " " Now , you can see that on this card there are all the machines listed.So , when you go through the series of twelve machines , you enter in the number of repetitions you do.And you also enter in the weight at which you set the machine . ", I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress . I see . So this card helps me to keep track of my progress . ," Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine.Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them.And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you . " " Yes . And it also reminds you what is a suitable weight for each machine.Today , I will go through the machines with you one by one . I will show you how to use them.And we will determine what is a good starting weight for you . ", Alright . Great . Alright . Great . ," So you write your name and member number at the top of the card.And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here . " " So you write your name and member number at the top of the card.And then , after you exercise each time , you file the card here . ", Great . Why don't we start on the machines ? Great . Why don't we start on the machines ? , Are you alright ? Can you do more ? Are you alright ? Can you do more ? , I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted . I'm sorry . I know there are still seven machines . But I'm exhausted . , That's okay . Don't worry.It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning . That's okay . Don't worry.It ' s important not to push yourself . Especially not at the beginning . , What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines . What can I do though ? I don't know the proper settings for the rest of the machines . ," We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really.The most important thing is to know your limits.So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop.Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ? " " We can just go through them next time . It's no problem . Really.The most important thing is to know your limits.So if you feel burned out now , it is good to stop.Because if you strain a muscle or hurt your back , then you won't be able to exercise for a couple weeks . Right ? ", Yes . I suppose it's best to stop . Are you a social person ? ," Yes , I am an outgoing person who likes to be with a lot of friends . " " Yes , I am an outgoing person who likes to be with a lot of friends . ", What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues ? What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues ? ," Well , the most important thing in communication is your sincerity . " "I have to go home now , Jenny . Thanks for inviting me to your party . ", I'm glad you came . I hope you enjoyed it . I'm glad you came . I hope you enjoyed it . , I had a wonderful time . "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? "," Yes , I need to check-in for the eleven 20 flight to New York , please . " " Yes , I need to check-in for the eleven 20 flight to New York , please . "," O . K . Ticket , please . " " O . K . Ticket , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Would you like a window or an aisle seat , Mr . Smith ? " " Would you like a window or an aisle seat , Mr . Smith ? "," I want an aisle seat as close to the exit door as possible , please . " " I want an aisle seat as close to the exit door as possible , please . ", Very well . Do you have any bags to check ? Very well . Do you have any bags to check ? ," No , I just have this one small bag . " " No , I just have this one small bag . "," Here you are , seat 12c . Please go to gate 23 after passing through the security checkpoint . " " Here you are , seat 12c . Please go to gate 23 after passing through the security checkpoint . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Have a nice day . Have a nice day . ," You , too . " "OK , let's find somebody then . ", Good . I'll take care of it . Good . I'll take care of it . ," Wait a second , Vince . You know what ? Why don't you let me handle it ? " " Wait a second , Vince . You know what ? Why don't you let me handle it ? ", Are you sure ? Do you have somebody in mind ? Are you sure ? Do you have somebody in mind ? ," Yeah . Let me see if he'll do it , and I'll get back to you . " " Yeah . Let me see if he'll do it , and I'll get back to you . ", OK . Just keep in mind it has to be somebody who can get along with Elvin . OK . Just keep in mind it has to be somebody who can get along with Elvin . , Don't sweat it . I know just the guy . What do you think of the former champ ? ," There were some bad misses in his defence , so he lost it . " " There were some bad misses in his defence , so he lost it . ", No champion can remain at the top for ever . No champion can remain at the top for ever . , I suppose he's not in top form . I have talked a lot about your restaurant business and your friends with my friends . One of my friends seems to be on good terms with Sue . , Is he beating Mark ’ s time ? Is he beating Mark ’ s time ? ," She is indeed well . But she would not give anyone a tumble , you bet . " I found out when Jim's birthday is . It's this Friday . , Let's plan a surprise party for him ! Let's plan a surprise party for him ! , Can you spread the word and ask everyone to bring some kind of snack food ? Can you spread the word and ask everyone to bring some kind of snack food ? , That's easy . Anything else ? That's easy . Anything else ? ," Will you call his wife and let her know so that if she is available , she can come too ? " " Will you call his wife and let her know so that if she is available , she can come too ? ", Won't he be surprised ! Won't he be surprised ! , I don't know how old he is though . I don't know how old he is though . , That's O . K . Maybe his wife will spill the beans ! "Do you want any meat today , Mrs Bird ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Do you want beef or lamb ? Do you want beef or lamb ? ," Beef , please . " " Beef , please . ", This lamb's very good . This lamb's very good . ," I like lamb , but my husband doesn't . " " I like lamb , but my husband doesn't . ", What about some steak ? This is a nice piece . What about some steak ? This is a nice piece . ," Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too . " " Give me that piece please , and a pond of meet , too . "," Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice . " " Do you want a chicken , Mrs Bird ? They're very nice . "," No , thank you.My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken . " " No , thank you.My husband likes steak , but he doesn't like chicken . "," To tell you the truth Mrs . Bird , I don't like chicken , either ! " Come again ? What are you talking about ? Aren't we on the same team now ? ," Guess again , Dave . I have no intention of leaving invoking . Never did . " " Guess again , Dave . I have no intention of leaving invoking . Never did . "," What do you mean ? You didn't ? Oh , no ... No ! " " What do you mean ? You didn't ? Oh , no ... No ! "," That's right , Dave . I tricked you into giving a confession . And I've recorded every word of it . " " That's right , Dave . I tricked you into giving a confession . And I've recorded every word of it . ", But how ? So you knew all along I was with WebTracker ? How did you know ? But how ? So you knew all along I was with WebTracker ? How did you know ? , I saw your green post-it notes . Nobody else has them . "morning , Mr . Winthrop . This is Sally Parker , Mr . Emory ’ s secretary . Mr . Emory has asked me to set up a meeting with you . "," Certainly , Miss Parker , Let me get my book . My secretary ’ s out and I can ’ t keep anything straight ! " " Certainly , Miss Parker , Let me get my book . My secretary ’ s out and I can ’ t keep anything straight ! ", I understand . Would you like me to call you back ? I understand . Would you like me to call you back ? , No – That ’ s all right . How about the 30th at 4:00 p . m . ? – Is an hour enough ? I can see you've got some color back in your cheeks . ," Yes , I find jogging does good to me , so I keep on doing it . " " Yes , I find jogging does good to me , so I keep on doing it . ", You've formed a sound habit . You've formed a sound habit . ," I think so , too . " "Good morning , Madam . What can I do for you ? "," I need to have some money transferred from the UK , from my company . It's kind of an emergency . " " I need to have some money transferred from the UK , from my company . It's kind of an emergency . "," That shouldn't be a problem , Madam . I'm sure we can sort this out for you quickly . " " That shouldn't be a problem , Madam . I'm sure we can sort this out for you quickly . "," That would be wonderful . The problem is I don't have an account with you . That is a problem , isn't it ? " " That would be wonderful . The problem is I don't have an account with you . That is a problem , isn't it ? "," Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T . " " Well , to be honest , it will slow things down a little . But it's not a big problem . You can do it by T / T . "," T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ? " " T / T ? What on earth is that ! ? Sorry , but I've never heard of it . T / T ? "," It means ' telegraphic transfer ' . So , if you use this way it's fast and secure and can be done from anywhere , to anywhere in the world . " Dentale Associates . I'm afraid there's nobody available to answer your call . Please leave your name and telephone number and we'll call you back . Please speak clearly after the beep . ," ( beep ) This is Miriam Lavalle – that's spelt L , A , V , A , L , L , E . It's about an appointment I made with Simon Meredith . I'm afraid I'm going to have to change it . Can you call me ? The number is 01563 566 770 . Thank you . " Oh ! My mouth is on fire ! , I feel so good . That warm hot pot certainly hits the spot on winter nights . I feel so good . That warm hot pot certainly hits the spot on winter nights . , I need more water ! I need more water ! , Oooo ... gross ... you're sweating all over the place . Oooo ... gross ... you're sweating all over the place . , It's your fault for mixing the two broths ! It's your fault for mixing the two broths ! , You're going to have a little Montezuma's revenge tomorrow morning . Did you set your clock forward for daylight savings time ? , What ? Why do we have to do that ? What ? Why do we have to do that ? ," Well , at the start of the spring we usually have more daylight in the mornings and less in the afternoon . This is basically due to our position on the planet and the rotation of the earth . In any case , to take better advantage of the daylight available , we compensate by moving our clocks forward one hour . " " Well , at the start of the spring we usually have more daylight in the mornings and less in the afternoon . This is basically due to our position on the planet and the rotation of the earth . In any case , to take better advantage of the daylight available , we compensate by moving our clocks forward one hour . "," I see . That ’ s convenient ! I never understood things like this , such as GMT . I never know what time zone we are in or when to change my clock ! " " I see . That ’ s convenient ! I never understood things like this , such as GMT . I never know what time zone we are in or when to change my clock ! "," That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ’ s eight time zones east of Greenwich ! " " That just stands for Greenwich Mean Time . Here in California , we are in Pacific Standard Time , that is eight time zones west of Greenwich . Remember when we were in Beijing ? Well , then we were in China Standard Time , and that ’ s eight time zones east of Greenwich ! "," That ’ s why it was so weird traveling from Beijing to LA ! Because of the huge time difference , even though we left Beijing at noon and flew for more than eight hours , we still arrived in LA the same day at noon ! It ’ s like we went back in time ! " I'd like to talk to Mr . White please ? , He stepped out of the office for a little while . He stepped out of the office for a little while . , When is a good time to catch him ? When is a good time to catch him ? , In about twenty minutes . "Hello , again . Did you discuss everything with your colleagues ? "," Yes , yes . It seems that everything is settled . " " Yes , yes . It seems that everything is settled . ", Have you decided how you would like the salaries paid ? Have you decided how you would like the salaries paid ? ," We have discussed it and decided that at the moment we would like the salaries to be paid into the employees's accounts , whether they are currently with this bank or not . " " We have discussed it and decided that at the moment we would like the salaries to be paid into the employees's accounts , whether they are currently with this bank or not . ", That's not a problem . That's not a problem . ," Of course , if we are happy with the service after the initial period we will recommend all employees either transfer their accounts to this bank , or open new accounts with you . " " Of course , if we are happy with the service after the initial period we will recommend all employees either transfer their accounts to this bank , or open new accounts with you . ", Thank you very much . We always welcome new customers . I am totally fed up with my boss . He has crossed the line one too many times with his sexist comments . This time I am really going to report him for sexual harassment . , What happened ? Did your boss say something to offend you at work ? What happened ? Did your boss say something to offend you at work ? ," He constantly lets inappropriate things slip out , referring to the women employees as girls or calling us sweetheart or darling . I doubt any of my male colleagues would stand for such treatment . " " He constantly lets inappropriate things slip out , referring to the women employees as girls or calling us sweetheart or darling . I doubt any of my male colleagues would stand for such treatment . ", Don ’ t you think you are overreacting a little ? Calling you by nicknames shouldn ’ t be so bad ... Don ’ t you think you are overreacting a little ? Calling you by nicknames shouldn ’ t be so bad ... ," You ’ re missing the point . It ’ s about respect . He treats us with such a patronizing attitude , as if we are not equal or not as serious as our male co-workers . It ’ s his attitude that needs to be changed , not just his words . " " You ’ re missing the point . It ’ s about respect . He treats us with such a patronizing attitude , as if we are not equal or not as serious as our male co-workers . It ’ s his attitude that needs to be changed , not just his words . ", That ’ s what you get for working in a male-dominated field . I think you ’ ll find that most male bosses in your industry are already conditioned to treat females in this way . You probably won ’ t be able to change him . Don ’ t you agree that all the thieves should be punished by cutting off their fingers ? , I ’ m afraid many people would turn thumbs down on it . I ’ m afraid many people would turn thumbs down on it . ," Don ’ t you think in that case , there wouldn ’ t be so much stealing ? " " Don ’ t you think in that case , there wouldn ’ t be so much stealing ? ", Definitely . But I think it is too fierce . I'd like to rent a car for several days . , What kind of car do you want ? What kind of car do you want ? ," Well , what kinds do you have ? " " Well , what kinds do you have ? ", Mazda . Honda and Nissan . Mazda . Honda and Nissan . , Honda is OK . That was a great dinner . I didn't know that you knew how yo cook . , I'm glad you liked it . Are you ready for dessert ? I'm glad you liked it . Are you ready for dessert ? , I don't know . I'm pretty full . What are we having ? I don't know . I'm pretty full . What are we having ? , I made strawberry shortcake . I made strawberry shortcake . ," Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice . " " Ooh , that's my favorite . Maybe I'll have a small slice . ", Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ? Great . Would you like coffee or tea with that ? , I'll have a cup of tea . I'll have a cup of tea . , Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ? Do you take cream or sugar with your tea ? ," Actually , could I have some milk with that ? " " Actually , could I have some milk with that ? ", Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ? Definitely . Would you like skim or whole milk ? ," Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go . " " Skim , please . That'd be very nice . Thanks ... oh no . Janna , I'm so sorry , but I've got to go . ", What happened ? What happened ? , I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up . I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident . I need to go pick her up . , I'll go with you . Where is she ? I'll go with you . Where is she ? ," She's on the M40 , near Reading . " " She's on the M40 , near Reading . ", Is she alright ? Is she alright ? ," I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this . " " I don't know , she didn't say . I'm so sorry about this . "," Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go . " " Don't worry . Family comes first . Come on , let's go . "," Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own . " " Actually , I've only got a two-seater . I'll have to go on my own . ", Ok . Just call me if you need anything then . Ok . Just call me if you need anything then . , I will . Thanks a lot . Excuse me ? , Yes . Can I help you ? Yes . Can I help you ? ," Well , I bought this skirt here yesterday afternoon . But I got the wrong size . It ’ s too small for my daughter . I wonder if I could refund it . " " Well , I bought this skirt here yesterday afternoon . But I got the wrong size . It ’ s too small for my daughter . I wonder if I could refund it . "," Yes , you could if it's kept intact . But don't you want to get a bigger size ? " " Yes , you could if it's kept intact . But don't you want to get a bigger size ? "," I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size . " " I intended to , but as far as I know , all the skirts of this kind here are of the same size . "," Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back . " " Are they ? In that case , I'll be glad to give your money back . ", Sorry to have given you trouble . Sorry to have given you trouble . , Never mind . It ’ s just my duty . "This is Lincoln Bank , Consumer Credit Department . How can I help you ? "," Ah , hello . I'm calling to find out how I apply for a car loan . " " Ah , hello . I'm calling to find out how I apply for a car loan . ", We offer a Personal Automobile Consumer Loan . The application process is pretty straight forward . I trust you have enough funds to cover the 20 % down payment ? We offer a Personal Automobile Consumer Loan . The application process is pretty straight forward . I trust you have enough funds to cover the 20 % down payment ? ," Yes , I do . It's ready and waiting in my account . " " Yes , I do . It's ready and waiting in my account . "," The next step is for us to recommend a dealer to you , who are already contracted to us , so ... " " The next step is for us to recommend a dealer to you , who are already contracted to us , so ... "," Could I just stop you there ? Sorry to interrupt , but I have already been to your appointed dealer and selected the car I want . " " Could I just stop you there ? Sorry to interrupt , but I have already been to your appointed dealer and selected the car I want . ", That will certainly cut down the processing time . We can move on to the next step . Do you have the purchase price ? That will certainly cut down the processing time . We can move on to the next step . Do you have the purchase price ? ," Yes , it's 110,000 RIB . So , with the down payment done , I will need to borrow 70,000 RIB . " " Yes , it's 110,000 RIB . So , with the down payment done , I will need to borrow 70,000 RIB . "," What we need you to do next is to come into the branch with a correctly filled in application form , ID card , proof of residency , proof of income , the agreement from the agent and of course the 20 % down payment . " " What we need you to do next is to come into the branch with a correctly filled in application form , ID card , proof of residency , proof of income , the agreement from the agent and of course the 20 % down payment . "," Yes , I have everything here . OK , I'll come in and see you later today . Maybe I could have my new car as early as next week ! How exciting ! " Could you give me some advice ? , The dress is made on your measurement . The dress is made on your measurement . ," It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I will like it better . " " It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I will like it better . "," OK , maybe you can try this one on . It's yellow . " Hi ! Susan ! I haven ’ t seen you for ages ! , I ’ Ve been really busy . How is everything ? I ’ Ve been really busy . How is everything ? ," Oh , fine . Hey , why don ’ t we grab a bite to eat and do some catching up ? " " Oh , fine . Hey , why don ’ t we grab a bite to eat and do some catching up ? "," Yeah , why not ? I ’ Ve got a little free time on my hands . Where do you want to eat ? " Let's do something different today . , Like how ? Like how ? , I would like you to give me a different hair style . I would like you to give me a different hair style . , What did you have in mind ? What did you have in mind ? , Give me a short haircut . Give me a short haircut . , Do you know how short you want your hair to be ? Do you know how short you want your hair to be ? , I want you to cut it to a few inches long . I want you to cut it to a few inches long . , That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ? That's pretty short . Are you sure about this ? , I've had this idea for some time now . I've had this idea for some time now . ," I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to . " " I'm going to do it , but you have to be sure you really want me to . ", This is what I want . This is what I want . , Fine then . Let's get started . "Is anything the matter , sir ? "," Yes , it's my steak . " " Yes , it's my steak . "," What's wrong with it , sir ? " " What's wrong with it , sir ? "," It's too raw . I wanted mine well done , but this one here is almost medium . " " It's too raw . I wanted mine well done , but this one here is almost medium . "," I am sorry you didn't enjoy it , sir . I will return it to the kitchen and bring you one that is well cooked . How is your steak this time , sir ? " " I am sorry you didn't enjoy it , sir . I will return it to the kitchen and bring you one that is well cooked . How is your steak this time , sir ? "," Very good . It's done just right this time , thank you . " " Very good . It's done just right this time , thank you . ", I am glad you enjoy it . I will tell this to the chef . Would you like some more beer ? I am glad you enjoy it . I will tell this to the chef . Would you like some more beer ? ," Yes , please give me another Calsberg . " " Yes , please give me another Calsberg . ", Can I bring you some dessert ? Can I bring you some dessert ? ," No , thank you . I've had enough . " " No , thank you . I've had enough . ", How about some coffee or tea then ? How about some coffee or tea then ? ," Yes , I will have a cup of coffee . " "Yes , Mr . Emory ? ", I need the number for John Reese ’ s office . I need the number for John Reese ’ s office . ," Just one moment , sir . Here you are – 767-4512 . " "Lisa , I'm so glad to see you . How are you doing ? "," Fine . I miss you so much , uncle Benjamin . " " Fine . I miss you so much , uncle Benjamin . ", Me too . We haven't seen each other for years . Me too . We haven't seen each other for years . , It's been 3 years now . It's been 3 years now . , How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl . How time flies ! Now you are a college student out of a little girl . , How is aunty Shirley ? How is aunty Shirley ? , Couldn't be better . Couldn't be better . , How has May been ? How has May been ? , She's been good . She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school . And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008 . Do you have any hobbies ? What is it or what are they ? , I am interested in watching TV or other relaxing games . I am interested in watching TV or other relaxing games . , How do you spend your spare time ? How do you spend your spare time ? , I usually read or entertain myself . I usually read or entertain myself . , What kind of books are you interested in ? What kind of books are you interested in ? , My favorite books are those about detectives . My favorite books are those about detectives . ," Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ? " " Well , those books are really good . I like them too . How do you entertain yourself ? "," When it comes to the entertainment , I think I enjoy dancing . There is nothing I like more than modern dance . " Come on ! It's time to go ! ," Wait a minute ! Just hold your horses ! What's your hurry , anyway ? " " Wait a minute ! Just hold your horses ! What's your hurry , anyway ? "," Well , I've got to stop and get gas in the car , first . " " Well , I've got to stop and get gas in the car , first . ", That won't take long . That won't take long . ," Well , it won't if there no line at the pump . " " Well , it won't if there no line at the pump . "," Well , I'm not quite ready . " " Well , I'm not quite ready . "," I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you ! " " I'll give you five more minutes , then I'm going on without you ! ", You wouldn't do a thing like that ! You wouldn't do a thing like that ! ," Oh , yes , I would ! " "It's your turn , sir.Sorry to keep you waiting . ", That's all right . That's all right . , How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ? How do you want your hair cut ? Any particular way ? , I'd just like a trim and don't make it too short . I'd just like a trim and don't make it too short . , How about the sides ? How about the sides ? ," A little trimming , please.Trim a little more above the ears . " Excuse me . Do you know where I can find the nearest ICCC ? ," Yes , but it's quite a ways . " " Yes , but it's quite a ways . ", Do I need to take a bus ? Do I need to take a bus ? , This bus doesn't take you directly there . You'd have to change buses twice . I suggest you walk . It'll take you less than 20 minutes . This bus doesn't take you directly there . You'd have to change buses twice . I suggest you walk . It'll take you less than 20 minutes . , How do I get there on foot ? How do I get there on foot ? , Go straight ahead through the intersection . Go straight ahead through the intersection . ," Wait , let me write this down ... Alright , I'm ready . " " Wait , let me write this down ... Alright , I'm ready . "," Keep walking till you pass the square , then turn right . Walk past two lights and turn left at the third . " " Keep walking till you pass the square , then turn right . Walk past two lights and turn left at the third . ", Square ... turn right ... traffic lights ... And then ? Square ... turn right ... traffic lights ... And then ? , Keep walking and look for a tall building . Keep walking and look for a tall building . , Tall building ... Which side is the building on ? Tall building ... Which side is the building on ? , The right side . ICCC should be on the first floor . The right side . ICCC should be on the first floor . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You're welcome . Did you hear that they are going to start an exercise class after work ? , Oh really ? When is it going to start ? Oh really ? When is it going to start ? , Next month . I think . Are you going to sign up ? Next month . I think . Are you going to sign up ? ," Well , I ’ d like to , but I ’ m going to have to look at my schedule . " I've just got the examination results . I am afraid you haven't passed . ," Oh , no ! I can't have failed . surely ? " " Oh , no ! I can't have failed . surely ? ", I am afraid so . I am terribly sorry ! I am afraid so . I am terribly sorry ! , Whatever am i going to tell me parents . Whatever am i going to tell me parents . ," Don't worry about that , I am sure they will understand . After all , it was a very difficult exam . " " Don't worry about that , I am sure they will understand . After all , it was a very difficult exam . ", What am I to do ? What am I to do ? , You can always take it again . Are you going to the movie theater with me tonight ? , Is there anything good playing ? Is there anything good playing ? , Titanic is playing tonight . It's a blockbuster . Titanic is playing tonight . It's a blockbuster . ," Really ? I want to go , too . " " Really ? I want to go , too . "," OK , let's meet at the movie theater entrance tonight . Don ’ t be late . " " OK , let's meet at the movie theater entrance tonight . Don ’ t be late . ", No problem . No problem . , ( After watching the movie . ) Are you crying ? ( After watching the movie . ) Are you crying ? , I get a lump in my throat whenever I see a tragic movie . I get a lump in my throat whenever I see a tragic movie . , Tragic movie ? I think it's a love story . Tragic movie ? I think it's a love story . , But their love is touching ! But their love is touching ! ," Ah , you're just too emotional . " " Ah , you're just too emotional . ", I am not ! So what did you get ? , It's all in the bag . It's all in the bag . , What's this ? Essential oil ? Wow ! This stuff is expensive . What's this ? Essential oil ? Wow ! This stuff is expensive . , I need that to relax . I'm going to put a few drops in my bath water . I need that to relax . I'm going to put a few drops in my bath water . , How is oil supposed to make you relax ? How is oil supposed to make you relax ? , They all have essence of flowers in them . They all have essence of flowers in them . , Mmmm . They smell nice . "Mommy , can I stay up until eleven o'clock ? ", No . Go to bed right now . Taxi . ," Yes , sir , where are you going ? " " Yes , sir , where are you going ? ", I am going to the railway station . I am going to the railway station . ," Get on , please . " " Get on , please . ", Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ? Thank you . Can we get there in half an hour ? ," I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour . " " I am not sure , sir . Generally we can , but look at the traffic . It's the rush hour . "," My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 . " " My train will leave at 3:00 , I'll have to arrive there before 2:50 . ", We are really in a hurry . We are really in a hurry . , Can't we go faster ? Can't we go faster ? , I'll do my best . Hello ! , Is that Sue ? Is that Sue ? , Speaking . Speaking . , A.This is George . A.This is George . ," Hello , George.What ' s up ? " How did you know ? , It was a kind of sixth sense . It was a kind of sixth sense . , Does it happen often ? Does it happen often ? , No . "Hi , Tim , any news about your job interview ? "," Yeah , I didn't get the job in the end . " " Yeah , I didn't get the job in the end . "," Oh , what a pity ! " " Oh , what a pity ! "," It's ok , that's life . " How do I know when to tell EDD that have I started a new job ? ," Work is work , whether it ’ s a part-time or temporary job or a full-time gig . " " Work is work , whether it ’ s a part-time or temporary job or a full-time gig . ", So I guess I have to report that I ’ Ve found a little bit of work . So I guess I have to report that I ’ Ve found a little bit of work . ," All you need to do is fill in the blanks correctly on the Continued Claim Form , and the EDD Office will take care of the rest . " " All you need to do is fill in the blanks correctly on the Continued Claim Form , and the EDD Office will take care of the rest . ", What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ? What about if I find a job that I know will only last for a couple of weeks ? Can I take it ? , It is to your advantage to work as much as you can . This website offers very convenient air tickets booking service . It is quick and accurate . ," Yes , I once booked there . They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail . You can conveniently pay by credit card , so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes . They also provide e-tickets , meaning you don ’ t need to go to any office to pick an air ticket . You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card . " " Yes , I once booked there . They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail . You can conveniently pay by credit card , so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes . They also provide e-tickets , meaning you don ’ t need to go to any office to pick an air ticket . You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card . ", So it has attracted more and more customers these days . So it has attracted more and more customers these days . ," Yes , therefore they are expanding the scope of their service . For example , hotels can be booked through the same site as well . " Melissa ? I ’ d like to invite you to my wife ’ s birthday party . ," Thanks , Frank . I ’ d love to come . When is it ? " " Thanks , Frank . I ’ d love to come . When is it ? "," Her birthday is on the 9th . We ’ re going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant , and then maybe go out dancing . " " Her birthday is on the 9th . We ’ re going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant , and then maybe go out dancing . ", Sounds like fun . You can count me in ! Just give me directions to the restaurant . What are your responsibilities as a secretary ? ," I did only simple things in the office , such as tidying up the office , serving tea , typing and filing , and so on . " " I did only simple things in the office , such as tidying up the office , serving tea , typing and filing , and so on . ", What courses did you take in English secretarial studies ? What courses did you take in English secretarial studies ? ," I took such courses as Secretarial Principles , Office Administration , Business English , and Public Relations . " Is Alice available ? , You're talking to her . You're talking to her . , I've called you a hundred times today . I've called you a hundred times today . , I was busy doing something . I apologize . I was busy doing something . I apologize . , No problem . No problem . , Did you need something ? Did you need something ? , Did you want to do something tomorrow ? Did you want to do something tomorrow ? , Is there somewhere special you wanted to go ? Is there somewhere special you wanted to go ? , How about a movie ? How about a movie ? , A movie sounds good . A movie sounds good . , Call me tomorrow then . Call me tomorrow then . , I will see you tomorrow . "Hey , Mark , long time no see . ", Julie ! It's good to see you again . How have you been ? Julie ! It's good to see you again . How have you been ? , Great . I just got back from a week's vacation in Thailand . Great . I just got back from a week's vacation in Thailand . , Really ? How was it ? Really ? How was it ? , Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back . Fantastic ! I didn't want to come back . , I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful . I hear the beaches in Thailand are beautiful . ," They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap . " " They are . And not only that the people are friendly , but also the food is delicious , not to mention cheap . ", I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ? I do like Thai food . Did you see much of Bangkok ? , Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing . Not much . I've go enough city life in Beijing . , I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself . I know what you mean . I could use a vacation myself . ," Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ? " " Hey , wouldn't it be great if we could go to Thailand together sometime ? "," Yeah , it sure would . " Which one of them is Marys brother ? , The one with a very big nose . The one with a very big nose . , I'd like to meet him.Will you introduce him to me ? I'd like to meet him.Will you introduce him to me ? , OK . Thank you for purchasing your new mattress with us . ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you ? Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you ? , That would be great . That would be great . , When do you want it delivered ? When do you want it delivered ? , I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ? I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ? , What time exactly ? What time exactly ? , I need it delivered at 12 . I need it delivered at 12 . , We can have it to you at that time . We can have it to you at that time . , That's not a problem ? That's not a problem ? , We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock . We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock . , That's great ! Thank you very much . How do I use this adhesive ? , This is a special adhesive for easing the pain . Apply it to the painful area and change it in every 2 days . This is a special adhesive for easing the pain . Apply it to the painful area and change it in every 2 days . , How do I use the lotion ? How do I use the lotion ? ," Apply some of the ointment , and rub it into the skin . " " Apply some of the ointment , and rub it into the skin . "," Well , thanks very much . " " Well , thanks very much . ", Not at all . "Hi , I'd like two tickets to Providence , please . "," Sure , what time will you like to depart ? " " Sure , what time will you like to depart ? ", What time does the next train leave ? What time does the next train leave ? ," Actually , one just left ten minutes ago . The next one is at two forty-five , debates at five thirty-five . " " Actually , one just left ten minutes ago . The next one is at two forty-five , debates at five thirty-five . "," Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ? " " Ok , could you give me two tickets for that ? "," Sure , that will be thirty-two dollars please . " "Can I help you , sir ? "," I'd like a table for two , please . " " I'd like a table for two , please . "," Do you have a reservation , sir ? " " Do you have a reservation , sir ? "," No , I'm afraid not . Can I sit over there ? There's a table free by the window . " " No , I'm afraid not . Can I sit over there ? There's a table free by the window . "," Sorry , sir . That table has been reserved . This way , please . How about this one , sir ? " " Sorry , sir . That table has been reserved . This way , please . How about this one , sir ? ", Fine . I'll sit here . Fine . I'll sit here . , Would you like some drinks ? Would you like some drinks ? , I'll have a double whiskey on the rocks . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I have many things to buy . I would like to choose the cleaning milk first . " " Yes , I have many things to buy . I would like to choose the cleaning milk first . ", All right . What is your type of skin ? All right . What is your type of skin ? , Dry . That's my problem . Dry . That's my problem . ," You can use this . It has special effect for keeping your face moisturized . It has this lotion , as a gift attached . " " You can use this . It has special effect for keeping your face moisturized . It has this lotion , as a gift attached . ", Sounds good . What about shampoo ? I would like to buy the product that prevents scurf . Sounds good . What about shampoo ? I would like to buy the product that prevents scurf . , How about this one ? It is well-known for the effect of removing scurf . How about this one ? It is well-known for the effect of removing scurf . , Is it a newcomer ? Is it a newcomer ? ," Yes , it is a new brand . " " Yes , it is a new brand . ", I do not care the brand as long as it works well . I do not care the brand as long as it works well . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," I want to buy the toothpaste , the brand of Jiajieshi . " " I want to buy the toothpaste , the brand of Jiajieshi . "," Yes , here you are . " John seems to be in high cotton . He may well become a big shot . , I bet my button dollar that he won't . He is no more than a nine day's wonder . I bet my button dollar that he won't . He is no more than a nine day's wonder . , What is your idea ? What is your idea ? , Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear . I don't know what I can do now . I'm down and out . ," You are not the gray train , I guess . But bite the bullet and you'll soon be in the chips again . " " You are not the gray train , I guess . But bite the bullet and you'll soon be in the chips again . ", I hope so . But I'm always caught short . I hope so . But I'm always caught short . , But the darkest hour is the nearest dawn . I bet you'll soon turn the table . Oh my god ! It's 10:00 pm . I have to go . , Can ’ t you stay a little longer ? Can ’ t you stay a little longer ? , I am afraid not . I am afraid not . , Say hi to your parents for me . I hope to see them soon . Say hi to your parents for me . I hope to see them soon . ," Thank you . Well , if you ever pass my home , please drop in . " " Thank you . Well , if you ever pass my home , please drop in . "," Yes , I will . Take care , then . " " Yes , I will . Take care , then . "," Yes , sure . Have a sweet dream ! " "Going to the gym tonight , Mary ? "," Yes , Sally . I want to do some sit-ups and perhaps get in a game of singsong . " " Yes , Sally . I want to do some sit-ups and perhaps get in a game of singsong . ", That sounds like fun.Would you mind some company ? That sounds like fun.Would you mind some company ? , I'd love it.Working out is more fun with a friend . I'd love it.Working out is more fun with a friend . , I'll get my things and meet you there . I'll get my things and meet you there . , Good.If you happen to see Jim and Bob on the way see if they would like a game of singsong . "Excuse me , Supen . ", I hope nothing is wrong . I hope nothing is wrong . ," Please forgive me , but I have to leave . I feel terrible . but ... " " Please forgive me , but I have to leave . I feel terrible . but ... ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , My daughter isn't feeling well . My daughter isn't feeling well . ," Oh , no . Is it serious ? " " Oh , no . Is it serious ? ", I don't know . Will you forgive me ? I don't know . Will you forgive me ? , Of course . I'm sorry for your daughter . Of course . I'm sorry for your daughter . , Thank you . It's our first date . I hope it's not too offensive . Thank you . It's our first date . I hope it's not too offensive . , Not at all . John ! Wait a second ! I was just heading downstairs for a cup of coffee . You want to come ? I ’ Ve got some good news ! , Sure . Let me just grab my wallet . You certainly do look happy this morning . Sure . Let me just grab my wallet . You certainly do look happy this morning . , I am . Don ’ t worry about getting your wallet . It ’ s my treat . I am . Don ’ t worry about getting your wallet . It ’ s my treat . , This is a first ! You must have won the lottery . Ann invited us to dinner this saturday afternoon . , What should we take ? What should we take ? , How about a china vase ? How about a china vase ? , Good idea ! So am I on the right road to Piccadilly Circus ? ," I think so , ‘ cause I remember the policeman told me this is the very way . " " I think so , ‘ cause I remember the policeman told me this is the very way . ", What did he say ? What did he say ? , Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left . Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left . , That ’ s it . I think we ’ re one block beyond . "Hello , Mary . "," Hello , Brian . " " Hello , Brian . ", Here is my friend Bob . Here is my friend Bob . ," Hello , Bob . " "Well , I've never downloaded music before . How does it work ? ", You haven't ? If you've never tried it I can show you how . You haven't ? If you've never tried it I can show you how . , Alright . But why is downloading music better than buying Cds at the store ? Alright . But why is downloading music better than buying Cds at the store ? ," Downloading music is really fast and convenient , and you can preview all the songs before you buy them . " I ’ m so relieved that your ankle wasn ’ t broken ! I feel just awful about this whole thing . I wanna make it up to you . Let me take you out to dinner tonight . My treat . , That sounds great ! I ’ d love to ! Here is my address . Pick me up at eight ? That sounds great ! I ’ d love to ! Here is my address . Pick me up at eight ? , Perfect ! Perfect ! ," Thank you for such a lovely evening ! The food was amazing , and I had a great time . " " Thank you for such a lovely evening ! The food was amazing , and I had a great time . ", Me too.You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end.There ’ s something I have to tell you ... Me too.You look so beautiful tonight ! I wish this night would never end.There ’ s something I have to tell you ... , What is it ? What is it ? ," I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day , but I was wrong . A twist of fate brought us together . I crashed into your life and you into mine , and this may sound crazy , but I ’ m falling in love with you , Veronica . " "Good afternoon , sales department.May I help you ? "," Could I speak to Mr Wood , please ? " " Could I speak to Mr Wood , please ? "," I'll see a piece available , who should I say is calling , please ? " " I'll see a piece available , who should I say is calling , please ? ", John eng John eng ," Hold the line , please.Mr Wood is in the meeting with managing director at the moment I afraid.Can I help you ? " " Hold the line , please.Mr Wood is in the meeting with managing director at the moment I afraid.Can I help you ? "," Well , I want to discuss with them the new control we said last week . " " Well , I want to discuss with them the new control we said last week . "," I don't think the meet will go on much longer , should I ask him to call you when he is free . " " I don't think the meet will go on much longer , should I ask him to call you when he is free . "," Yes , that will be easiest . " " Yes , that will be easiest . "," Could I have your name again , please ? " " Could I have your name again , please ? "," Yes , It's John eng . " " Yes , It's John eng . ", And the number ? And the number ? , 01088256798 01088256798 ," Ok , you will be hearing from Mr Wood later in the afternoon then , Mr John . " " Ok , you will be hearing from Mr Wood later in the afternoon then , Mr John . ", thank you for help.good bye . thank you for help.good bye . ," You are welcome , goodbye . " I think you should look over these figures again . There are some calculations that are a bit off . , I apologize . This should not have to be this way . I apologize . This should not have to be this way . , Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time . Apology is accepted . Try to do better next time . ," Of course , I should have been more careful . I ’ m sorry . " Are you travelling in America ? ," No , I am on business . I will spend half a month for the business . " " No , I am on business . I will spend half a month for the business . ", What do you do ? What do you do ? , I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman . I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman . , I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted . I know all the tricks of the trade . It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted . , Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ? Maybe . But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience . What about you ? , I am a reporter at a TV station . I am a reporter at a TV station . , Do you like your job ? Do you like your job ? ," Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year . " " Yes , I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15 , 000 $ a year . ", Which kind of news do you catch ? Which kind of news do you catch ? , I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades . I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades . , Are you feel tired ? Are you feel tired ? , Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing . Sometimes . News happened out of expectation . Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing . , You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter . You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter . , That's right . I am still wet behind the ears . Who's the woman you talked to just now ? , She's the one who saved the life of my son at the beach last year . She's the one who saved the life of my son at the beach last year . ," Oh , no wonder you're so respectful to her . " Could I meet with you to discuss the project ? , Good idea . We could meet on Monday or Tuesday . Which day would you prefer ? Good idea . We could meet on Monday or Tuesday . Which day would you prefer ? , Tuesday would be good for me . Tuesday would be good for me . , OK . Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon ? OK . Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon ? , I think the afternoon would be best . I think the afternoon would be best . , That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you . That will work out . I will e-mail the exact time tomorrow . I need you to bring your plans with you . ," Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting . " " Yes , I will bring my plans with me to the meeting . ", Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ? Should we invite the whole committee or should we just have the sub-committee there ? , I feel that the whole committee needs to be there . I feel that the whole committee needs to be there . ," Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ? " " Yes , I agree . We'll make sure that they get notified . Can you find the meeting place ? "," Yes , I know how to get there on my own . " " Yes , I know how to get there on my own . ", Great ! We will send you all the details later . Looking forward to meeting with you ! Thank you for agreeing to come in and meet with us today . , Thank you for inviting me . Thank you for inviting me . , I can see from your resume you were in charge of sales for Corporate World Unlimited from 1997 to 1999 . Can you please tell me about your responsibilities ? I can see from your resume you were in charge of sales for Corporate World Unlimited from 1997 to 1999 . Can you please tell me about your responsibilities ? ," Yes . I was in charge of profit and loss for the northwest region of Canada . As a manager , I was directly responsible for a 50 % increase in sales over a four-month period . " " Yes . I was in charge of profit and loss for the northwest region of Canada . As a manager , I was directly responsible for a 50 % increase in sales over a four-month period . "," What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ? " " What , do you believe , are some of the key attributes that helped you to achieve such an outstanding increase in sales ? ", I believe persistence and perseverance are key attributes . "Hi , taxi . "," Get in , please . Where to , madam ? " " Get in , please . Where to , madam ? "," The international airport , please . I have to be there by 8 " " The international airport , please . I have to be there by 8 "," I can't promise anything , but I'll try my best . " " I can't promise anything , but I'll try my best . "," Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ? " " Oh , that's my stop . How much do I need to pay ? "," That'll be 10 dollars , please . " " That'll be 10 dollars , please . ", Thanks a lot.here . "Hey . Steven . You have a large chunk of money , but why do you still live in the old flat , instead of buying a new villa ? ", I like to live here and enjoy my neighbors ' company . And I don't think I should waste money just because I have much of it . I like to live here and enjoy my neighbors ' company . And I don't think I should waste money just because I have much of it . , But I found you always hate to part with your money . Look at the car you drive ; it's such a junker ! But I found you always hate to part with your money . Look at the car you drive ; it's such a junker ! ," Oh , the car is old but still in good condition . I just think we should be thrifty , whether you are rich or not . " " Oh , the car is old but still in good condition . I just think we should be thrifty , whether you are rich or not . ", But ... But ... But ... But ... ," But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue . " " But what ? Just remember that thrift is not only a great virtue , but also a great revenue . ", Maybe you are right . "Where are you going for your holidays , Charles ? ", To Australia . I'm going to visit my uncle in Brisbane for three weeks . To Australia . I'm going to visit my uncle in Brisbane for three weeks . , Good gracious ! You certainly are lucky . How are you going there ? Good gracious ! You certainly are lucky . How are you going there ? ," By air , of course . It takes over two weeks to go by sea . " " By air , of course . It takes over two weeks to go by sea . ", I once went to Singapore by air . It was very exciting-but never again . I once went to Singapore by air . It was very exciting-but never again . , Why ? Did you feel frightened ? Why ? Did you feel frightened ? , For a short time . One of the engines caught fire . For a short time . One of the engines caught fire . , What did the pilot do ? What did the pilot do ? , He put it out and flew back to the airport . Then he asked the people at the airport where the emergency runway was . He put it out and flew back to the airport . Then he asked the people at the airport where the emergency runway was . , Did you land safely ? Did you land safely ? ," Yes , we did . But I shall never fly again . " Wasn't that a great flick ? I was on the edge of my seat through the whole movie . , I would say it was a typical run-of-the-mill Hollywood thriller . I would say it was a typical run-of-the-mill Hollywood thriller . ," Well , I'm no movie expert , but those special effects were impressive by any standards . " " Well , I'm no movie expert , but those special effects were impressive by any standards . ", Special effects ? Baloney ! That movie was made on a shoestring budget . They've been using trick photography like that for years Special effects ? Baloney ! That movie was made on a shoestring budget . They've been using trick photography like that for years ," Okay . But you have to admit that it was an exciting story , especially with that surprise ending . " " Okay . But you have to admit that it was an exciting story , especially with that surprise ending . ", You should read the book . The original story is much better and has a different twist at the end . You should read the book . The original story is much better and has a different twist at the end . ," Oh , really ? How does the book end ? " " Oh , really ? How does the book end ? ", Read it yourself and find out ! "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , please . I'm picking out some presents for my children and wife . " " Yes , please . I'm picking out some presents for my children and wife . ", What kind of presents do you want ? What kind of presents do you want ? ," Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ? " " Actually , I don't know exactly . Do you have anything recommended ? "," OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59.95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America . " " OK . How about some very cool sneakers for your children ? Anyway , it won't cost you much . It's only around $ 59.95 for each pair . It might be cheaper than that in America . "," Hey , How did you know I came from America ? " " Hey , How did you know I came from America ? "," Just a hunch , sir . " " Just a hunch , sir . ", How much again ? How much again ? , $ 59.95 . $ 59.95 . ," That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs . " " That's really cheap for shoes like those . OK , I'll take 5 pairs . "," Sorry , sir . " " Sorry , sir . ", Why not ? Why not ? ," Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife . " " Because in this duty-free shop , your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife . "," Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume . " " Oh , my God . I've totally forgotten about that . Anyway , I think she would like a bottle of perfume . ", That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY . That's good . And I can also recommend you a good one . It's the brand of DENY . , DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . DENY ? That's very expensive in America . It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml . , It's $ 60 here . It's $ 60 here . , That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ? That's very unbelievable . Is it fake ? ," Of course not , sir . " " Of course not , sir . "," OK , I'll take one . " Do you like to dance ? ," Sometimes , if there's music playing . " " Sometimes , if there's music playing . ", What kind of dancing do you like ? What kind of dancing do you like ? ," It all depends . If it's rock music I'll do disco , and if it's romantic music I'll do ballet . " Pardon me . Does your hotel have a fitness facility ? ," Yes , sir . We try to anticipate all our guests ' needs , including fitness . " " Yes , sir . We try to anticipate all our guests ' needs , including fitness . ", Great ! Where is it ? Great ! Where is it ? ," Sir , the gym is just below the lobby . You can take the elevator or the stairs . " " Sir , the gym is just below the lobby . You can take the elevator or the stairs . ", Do I have to pay extra ? Do I have to pay extra ? ," No , sir . It's gratis . Just take your room key so you can get in . " " No , sir . It's gratis . Just take your room key so you can get in . ", What are the gym hours ? What are the gym hours ? , You'll be happy to know that it's open 24/7 . You'll be happy to know that it's open 24/7 . , Great ! Is a trainer available ? Great ! Is a trainer available ? ," I'm sorry , but no . We used to have a trainer , but then he had an unfortunate accident . " I want to buy some jewellery . , What kind of jewellery do you like to have ? What kind of jewellery do you like to have ? , I should like to look at some bracelets . I should like to look at some bracelets . , May I show you gold ones or platinum ones ? May I show you gold ones or platinum ones ? , Gold ones . Gold ones . , Pure gold or carats ? Pure gold or carats ? ," Pure gold ones , please . This is so beautiful . I'll take it . " " Pure gold ones , please . This is so beautiful . I'll take it . ", OK . OK . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , 1336 yuan . Have you finished your work ? , Not because I ’ m keeping an eye on the baby . Not because I ’ m keeping an eye on the baby . , Where is the baby ’ s mother ? Where is the baby ’ s mother ? , She is at the supermarket downstairs . She said she would be back in about half an hour . Look how fast that car can accelerate ! , I've never seen anything like it . Good afternoon . May I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ m here to see Joanna Stevens . I have an appointment at four . " " Yes , I ’ m here to see Joanna Stevens . I have an appointment at four . "," Certainly , may I take your name ? I ’ ll let her know you ’ Ve arrived . " " Certainly , may I take your name ? I ’ ll let her know you ’ Ve arrived . "," Sure , it ’ s Josh O ’ Neil . " " Sure , it ’ s Josh O ’ Neil . ", Ms . Stevens will be with you momentarily . Can I offer you something to drink ? Ms . Stevens will be with you momentarily . Can I offer you something to drink ? ," Yes , a coffee would be nice , thank you . " " Yes , a coffee would be nice , thank you . "," Here you are . Ms . Stevens is ready for you now . I ’ ll show you to her office , right this way . " I think it's important that all people have the ability to read . ," I agree with you , but that's easier said than done . " I'd like to purchase a pan . , Is there any particular size that you want ? Is there any particular size that you want ? ," Well , I cook a lot of big meals . " " Well , I cook a lot of big meals . ", What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 ” pan . What do you think of this one ? It's a 16 ” pan . ," Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy . " " Yes , that's the right size , but it's so heavy . "," Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter . " " Well , look at our aluminum pan . It's much lighter . "," Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum . " " Yes , this is very light . But the handle is also aluminum . "," No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle . " " No problem . Look at this one . Same pan , but with a lightweight wooden handle . ", Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it . Great . This is exactly what I was looking for . I'll buy it . , I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ? I think you'll love this pan . Do you want to pay with cash ? ," Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ? " " Yes . Oh , wait a second , please . What about a lid ? ", I'm sorry . I forgot to show it to you . Here it is . It comes with the pan . "What companies are stockholders in this company , do you know ? "," Yes , the main stockholder is International Business Machines Corporation , namely , IBM for short . " " Yes , the main stockholder is International Business Machines Corporation , namely , IBM for short . ", What section would you like to work in if you enter this company ? What section would you like to work in if you enter this company ? , I wish to work in the planning department . I wish to work in the planning department . , What type of work will you expect to do at first ? What type of work will you expect to do at first ? , I expect to operate computers . I expect to operate computers . , What are your plans for the future ? What are your plans for the future ? , I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future . I wish to move up to higher positions with acquisition of more experience in the future . , How long does it take to get here from your home ? How long does it take to get here from your home ? , It's a twenty-minute bus ride . It's a twenty-minute bus ride . , How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ? How long do you think that we can depend on your working here ? , I ’ ll work here as long as you expect me to . I ’ ll work here as long as you expect me to . ," You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ? " " You are single now , but what will you do when you get married ? "," I ’ Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work . " " I ’ Ve thought about that a lot . I know that many women take a job , planning to make a career of it , and then they change their mind . But I am hoping to make it my lifetime work . So if I get married , I will find some ways that I can continue my work . ", Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ’ Ve had a child ? Do you think you will want to continue working here even after you ’ Ve had a child ? , I think so . I think so . , What ideas do you have if we employ you ? What ideas do you have if we employ you ? ," Ever since I was a young girl , I ’ Ve been clever with my hands . I ’ Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy . " " Ever since I was a young girl , I ’ Ve been clever with my hands . I ’ Ve always enjoyed doing detailed work . If I could use that ability to make your products a little better and to benefit the company , I would be happy . ", Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? " No , nothing in particular . "," If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ? " " If you are employed by us , how are you going to do your part of the work ? "," I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ’ ll make my plan . And then I ’ ll go with all my effort to see it is realized . " " I'll first get further information about our goals , ways , counterparts and management , etc . . Then I ’ ll make my plan . And then I ’ ll go with all my effort to see it is realized . "," If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ? " " If you fail to do your work well , what are you going to do ? ", I ’ ll report it honestly . I ’ ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail . I ’ ll report it honestly . I ’ ll give a correct analysis . I may quit the job - and pay compensation . But I have my way to judge whether I fail . , What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ? What do you think if you do not have much spare time on this job ? ," People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ’ t mind work over spare time if it is paid for . " " People are supposed to work hard within regular work time , especially when it is an important work that is highly paid for . I don ’ t mind work over spare time if it is paid for . ", What are your expectations from working on this job ? What are your expectations from working on this job ? ," Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing . " " Getting more experience with a widely-known company like yours . Using my speciality in marketing and management . And getting advancement in salary and position . Show my enterprise , confidence and character in passing . "," If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ? " " If you were choosing a person for this job , what kind of individual would you select ? "," I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ’ t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher . " " I would select the individual that has the most qualifications among all the applicants . He doesn ’ t have to be the person if we have to fill the vacancy . But he has to be the best , even if we have to pay him higher . "," If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ? " " If we do not employ you , what are you going to do ? "," I will feel it is a pity . But I will not feel so bad . I will go for other interviews until I am employed satisfactorily . Hopefully before I find another position , you will call me back . " I'm in 507 . I have a few problems with my room . ," What is that problem , sir ? " " What is that problem , sir ? ", There are cockroaches in my room . There are cockroaches in my room . ," Are you sure , sir ? Flies I could believe , but cockroaches ? " " Are you sure , sir ? Flies I could believe , but cockroaches ? "," I've counted nine different cockroaches , and I accidentally stepped on another one . " " I've counted nine different cockroaches , and I accidentally stepped on another one . "," Sir , we run a spotless and cockroach-less hotel . " " Sir , we run a spotless and cockroach-less hotel . ", You dare to doubt me ? You dare to doubt me ? ," I'm sorry , sir . Let me transfer you to my supervisor . " "May I help you , sir ? "," Fill it up with regular , please . " " Fill it up with regular , please . ", Should I take a look at your battery ? Should I take a look at your battery ? ," No , thanks . I'm in a hurry . " " No , thanks . I'm in a hurry . ", Your car is ready . Your car is ready . , Good ! How much is it ? Good ! How much is it ? ," 250 yuan , please ! " " 250 yuan , please ! ", That is expensive . That is expensive . , You should know about the oil crisis . Don't open any of my forwards ! I got a virus ! , Don't tell me you got the dreaded Bush virus . I've heard that that bug is threatening to infect the world . Don't tell me you got the dreaded Bush virus . I've heard that that bug is threatening to infect the world . ," Yes , that's exactly the bug I got . Though , I do kind of like the pictures . " " Yes , that's exactly the bug I got . Though , I do kind of like the pictures . ", Those clothes do suit him better . Those clothes do suit him better . , Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ? Wait a second-are these pictures copyrighted ? , Probably not . It's off the Internet . What difference does it make ? Are you doing anything tomorrow morning ? I'm wondering if you'd like to come to my office to discuss the new project . , Tomorrow morning ? What about tomorrow afternoon ? Tomorrow morning ? What about tomorrow afternoon ? , Then I'll see you in the afternoon . Then I'll see you in the afternoon . , OK . "Hi , I haven't seen you in a while . "," Yes , it has been a long time ! " " Yes , it has been a long time ! ", How long has it been since we last saw each other ? How long has it been since we last saw each other ? , I think that we last saw each other two years ago . I think that we last saw each other two years ago . , What have you been doing for the past two years ? What have you been doing for the past two years ? , I have been going to graduate school at USC . I have been going to graduate school at USC . , What are you majoring in ? What are you majoring in ? , I am studying international communications . I am studying international communications . , You should easily be able to find a job with that major . You should easily be able to find a job with that major . , I am counting on being able to get a good job . "Good morning , what can I do for you ? ", I want to buy a car to facilitate my life . But I don't have enough money . Could you supply a loan to me ? I want to buy a car to facilitate my life . But I don't have enough money . Could you supply a loan to me ? ," Oh , I see . Would you mind telling me your monthly salary ? " " Oh , I see . Would you mind telling me your monthly salary ? "," Sure . 7,000 yuan per month . " " Sure . 7,000 yuan per month . ", OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ? OK . We can supply you a loan . How much do you want to loan ? ," 200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ? " " 200,000 yuan . By the way , what about the interest rate ? ", It's only 4.5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ? It's only 4.5 % for one-year loan . Do you want to apply now ? ," Yes , I think so . " " Yes , I think so . ", OK . Please fill out this loan application . OK . Please fill out this loan application . , All right . Thank you . All right . Thank you . , My pleasure . What are you doing tomorrow ? , Nothing really . Nothing really . , Let's watch a movie or something . Let's watch a movie or something . , What's on these days ? What's on these days ? , I think they're playing Lord of the Rings I think they're playing Lord of the Rings , That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that . That sounds pretty good . Let's watch that . , Where should we meet ? Where should we meet ? , How about at the subway entrance . How about at the subway entrance . , Aright . I'll meet you there at one o'clock . Did you tell others that we are getting married soon ? You have such a big mouth ! , I am so sorry about that . It was just a slip of the tongue . Welcome to Al ’ s Garage . What seems to be the problem ? , No problem at all ! I am taking a long road trip and I want to make sure my car is in good mechanical condition . No problem at all ! I am taking a long road trip and I want to make sure my car is in good mechanical condition . , Very wise decision . When was the last time you had a tune up ? Very wise decision . When was the last time you had a tune up ? ," Not that long ago , I think it was four months ago . " " Not that long ago , I think it was four months ago . ", We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers . We usually recommend that you bring your car in every five thousand kilometers . ," Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ? " " Why ? I mean , what exactly do you do to a car that you need to check it so often ? "," First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ’ t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves . " " First of all , we change the motor oil and oil filter . If you don ’ t do this , it can cause your engine to wear faster and that means you would probably have to change the pistons and intake valves . ", I see . What else ? I see . What else ? ," We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones . " " We also check your spark plugs , fuel filter , and other oil levels such as hydraulic fluid . We also check the clutch and brakes to determine when you will need new ones . "," Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ’ t seem like a waste of time and money . " " Ok , well , when you put it that way , it doesn ’ t seem like a waste of time and money . "," Trust me , regular tune ups will keep your car running smoothly and avoid break downs . " Thank you . You do me a big favor . , That was a cake walk.It ’ s nothing to speak of . Nowadays fewer and fewer people go to the movie theaters to see films . So I am afraid that the film studios are really getting hard time to survive . ," What you said is true . But the film producers there are more flexible ways to get more audience . For example , to make more movie Ccds , so people will spend money buying them . " " What you said is true . But the film producers there are more flexible ways to get more audience . For example , to make more movie Ccds , so people will spend money buying them . ", But it is true that cinemas are losing the attraction they used to have in the past . But it is true that cinemas are losing the attraction they used to have in the past . ," Yes . Take myself for example . I seldom go to cinemas , but it doesn't mean I no longer see films ; instead , I see films at home-watching Ccds . " "Excuse me , is this personnel division ? ", Yes . What can I do for you ? Yes . What can I do for you ? , I came about your advertisement for a senior production planner . I came about your advertisement for a senior production planner . , What ’ s your name ? What ’ s your name ? , My name is Li Jean . My name is Li Jean . ," You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ? " " You have been in Peking University , hadn't you ? "," Yes , seven years . " " Yes , seven years . ", What degree do you have now ? : What degree do you have now ? : , Master of Marketing Management . Master of Marketing Management . , Do you have any experience in this field ? Do you have any experience in this field ? , Yes . I worked at AB Company . Yes . I worked at AB Company . , Why are you interested in the position ? Why are you interested in the position ? , Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position . Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English . I think I am fit for the position . ," All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ? " " All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you 5,000 yuan a month at the start . How do you think about it ? ", That's very good . Would you like a lift home ? , That would be great . Thanks ! "Oh dear , my weight has gone up again . "," I am not surprised , you eat too much . " " I am not surprised , you eat too much . ", And I suppose sitting at the desk all day in the office doesn't help . And I suppose sitting at the desk all day in the office doesn't help . ," No , I wouldn't think so . " " No , I wouldn't think so . ", I do wish I could lose weight . I do wish I could lose weight . ," Well , why don't you go on the diet ? " " Well , why don't you go on the diet ? ", I've tried diets before but they've never worked . I've tried diets before but they've never worked . , Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class . Perhaps you should excercise more . Why don't you go to an exercise class . ," Yes , maybe I should . " Do you use an anti-virus program to protect your computer ? ," Yes , I do . I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall . There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users . You have to be very careful and keep you computer clean . " " Yes , I do . I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall . There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users . You have to be very careful and keep you computer clean . ", How often do you run your anti-virus program ? How often do you run your anti-virus program ? , I usually run it every few days . It finds a virus about half the time . I usually run it every few days . It finds a virus about half the time . , Which anti-virus program would you recommend ? Which anti-virus program would you recommend ? , How you tried this one ? It ’ s very good and you can download it for free on the internet . You can also download updates for free . How you tried this one ? It ’ s very good and you can download it for free on the internet . You can also download updates for free . , That sounds very good . Which website should I visit to download it ? That sounds very good . Which website should I visit to download it ? , Just a minute ... go to this one . I ’ ll send you an email with the line in it . It only takes a few minutes to download . Then you have to go through the set up procedures . But they are not complicated . Just a minute ... go to this one . I ’ ll send you an email with the line in it . It only takes a few minutes to download . Then you have to go through the set up procedures . But they are not complicated . , What do you use your computer for ? What do you use your computer for ? ," I use it for several things-surfing the net , word processing and creating presentations . I don ’ t play many games on my computer , but I do a lot of work with photographs . Using c computer program , you can edit and resize photographs . You can also make them brighter or darker and cut pieces from different photographs to create new ones . " " I use it for several things-surfing the net , word processing and creating presentations . I don ’ t play many games on my computer , but I do a lot of work with photographs . Using c computer program , you can edit and resize photographs . You can also make them brighter or darker and cut pieces from different photographs to create new ones . "," Computers are great , aren ’ t they ? I should download some program and learn how to use them . " At last ! The weekend comes again ! , Yes . What will you do these two days ? Yes . What will you do these two days ? ," After five days ' hard work , I'm surely going to have some fun . " " After five days ' hard work , I'm surely going to have some fun . ", But I'd prefer to stay at home and have a good rest . It is so quiet here . I like the place . , Me too . Me too . , I can't stand the loud noise in the city . I can't stand the loud noise in the city . ," Yes , sometimes I can hardly get asleep at night . " " Yes , sometimes I can hardly get asleep at night . ", I hope I can stay here longer . I hope I can stay here longer . , When will your vacation end ? When will your vacation end ? , The day after tomorrow . The day after tomorrow . ," You will go back tomorrow , right ? " " You will go back tomorrow , right ? "," Yes , you are right . " Please do excuse me for a moment . I've got diarrhea . , It's easy to get loose bowels in summer . It's easy to get loose bowels in summer . , It may have something to do with the food I had last night It may have something to do with the food I had last night , You ’ Ve got to be careful on the food you eat . You ’ Ve got to be careful on the food you eat . , I will . Thank you . "Good morning , sir . Is there a bank near here ? ", There is one . 5 blocks away from here ? There is one . 5 blocks away from here ? ," Well , that's too far.Can you change some money for me ? " " Well , that's too far.Can you change some money for me ? "," Surely , of course . What kind of currency have you got ? " " Surely , of course . What kind of currency have you got ? ", RIB . RIB . , How much would you like to change ? How much would you like to change ? , 1000 Yuan.Here you are . Would you like to go to a concert tonight ? , I'd like to very much . I'd like to very much . ," All right , then.There is one at the new concert hall . " " All right , then.There is one at the new concert hall . ", Who's playing ? Who's playing ? , It's the Powell orchestra . It's the Powell orchestra . , Do you know what they are playing ? Do you know what they are playing ? , They're doing a seventeenth-century program . They're doing a seventeenth-century program . , And who is directing ? And who is directing ? ," Well , I'm not sure of his name , but I know it's going to be his farewell performance . " "hey , Lucas , how was your trip to Paris ? "," it was wonderful , but I was so tired . " " it was wonderful , but I was so tired . ", did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower ? did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower ? ," yes , that was the first thing we did . We went all the way to the top . There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there . " " yes , that was the first thing we did . We went all the way to the top . There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there . ", what else did you see ? what else did you see ? ," art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say . " " art galleries , cathedrals , statues , fountains , palaces , bistros , there's really too much to say . ", you must have had a great time . you must have had a great time . ," yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening . " " yes , at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun . However , on the third day of traveling in the city , I felt sick . I think I had something bad to eat , but it passed by the evening . "," yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you . " " yes , you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad . Sometimes new food might disagree with you . "," on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems . " " on the fouth day , we went to taste the French cuisine . That was really fantastic ! And no stomach problems . ", that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful . that is great . Everyone says French food is wonderful . , you'll have to try for yourself some day . "Hello , John . How are you ? "," I'm fine , thanks . And you ? " " I'm fine , thanks . And you ? "," Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ? " " Very well , thanks . Nice to see you again . I haven't seen you for a long time . What have you been doing lately ? "," Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ? " " Oh , nothing much really . And how is everything with you ? "," Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately . " " Fine , thanks . I've been busy lately . ", What have you been doing ? What have you been doing ? , I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month . I've been studying for my exams . My school exams will begin next month . , Really ? Good luck for them . Really ? Good luck for them . , Thanks . And how are your parents ? Thanks . And how are your parents ? ," They're both very well , thanks . " " They're both very well , thanks . ", Where are you going now ? Where are you going now ? , I'm going to do some shopping.Why don't you come with me ? I'm going to do some shopping.Why don't you come with me ? , I can't . I have to meet someone . I can't . I have to meet someone . , It's been nice talking to you . It's been nice talking to you . , Good-bye . See you again sometime . "Hello , Sir . What can I do for you today ? ", I need to find a new way of getting my insurance . I need to find a new way of getting my insurance . ," We've just started a new business at this bank , Bank-Insurance Link . " " We've just started a new business at this bank , Bank-Insurance Link . ", Could you give me some details about that ? Could you give me some details about that ? ," Certainly . It could really benefit someone like you . Besides insurance for you , you can also get more or less dividends from the insurance company . " " Certainly . It could really benefit someone like you . Besides insurance for you , you can also get more or less dividends from the insurance company . ", That sounds great . More dividends if I want to purchase them ! That sounds great . More dividends if I want to purchase them ! ," There are two different types that we are offering at the moment , Dividend Deposit and Dividend Participated Deposit . " " There are two different types that we are offering at the moment , Dividend Deposit and Dividend Participated Deposit . ", I'll go through the materials that you have given me and return shortly . Thanks . Are you watching the soccer match tonight ? It must be the most exciting one in this season . ," Well , of course I can ’ t miss it . Which team are you for ? " " Well , of course I can ’ t miss it . Which team are you for ? ", Manchester United . What about you ? Manchester United . What about you ? , Me too . Do you think they are going to get the championship this time ? Me too . Do you think they are going to get the championship this time ? , I have confidence in them . I hear little Bob has recovered . , That's a great relief . I was worried about him . That's a great relief . I was worried about him . , The operation was very successful . The operation was very successful . , His parents must feel very happy . It's such a nice day . ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", It looks like it may rain soon . It looks like it may rain soon . ," Yes , and I hope that it does . " " Yes , and I hope that it does . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? , I really love how rain clears the air . I really love how rain clears the air . , Me too . It always smells so fresh after it rains . Me too . It always smells so fresh after it rains . ," Yes , but I love the night air after it rains . " " Yes , but I love the night air after it rains . ", Really ? Why is that ? Really ? Why is that ? , Because you can see the stars perfectly . Because you can see the stars perfectly . , I really hope it rains today . I really hope it rains today . ," Yeah , me too . " The Spring Festival is drawing close . By then we will have five days off . I am expecting it . , Can you tell me something about the Spring Festival ? Can you tell me something about the Spring Festival ? ," Just like you celebrate Christmas , we celebrate our lunar New Year's Day , the Spring Festival . It is a time for the family members and relatives to have a get-together . " " Just like you celebrate Christmas , we celebrate our lunar New Year's Day , the Spring Festival . It is a time for the family members and relatives to have a get-together . ", Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year . Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year . ," Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards . " " Christmas has more religious nature , while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday . On the New Year's Eve , we have a big dinner called ' Family Reunion Dinner ' . One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings . After that , the adults usually sit chatting , watching TV , or playing cards . ", What are the children doing ? What are the children doing ? , They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks . They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks . , I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year . I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year . ," Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money . " " Perhaps it is like what people told you . At 24 hours midnight , the time when the New Year really comes , we exchange ' Happy New Year ' to each other , and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper , in them are some what we call ' Lucky Money . ", Who will get the money ? Who will get the money ? , Of course the children . OK . Here's the final drawing ! It's for the trip ! ," And the winner is ... Vivian , again ! I don't believe it ! " " And the winner is ... Vivian , again ! I don't believe it ! ", Our red underwear didn't do any good at all ! Our red underwear didn't do any good at all ! ," Well , there are still some consolation prizes . We can go up to the front and pick them up . " " Well , there are still some consolation prizes . We can go up to the front and pick them up . "," So , what did you win ? " " So , what did you win ? ", A lousy desk lamp . And you ? A lousy desk lamp . And you ? , A bar of soap ! A bar of soap ! , Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow ! Look at Vivian ! She thinks she's the cat's meow ! , Why don't you go talk to her and find out what her secret was this year . "Bill , please . ", Please wait a moment ... here is the bill . Please check it . Please wait a moment ... here is the bill . Please check it . ," Excuse me , what's this item for ? " " Excuse me , what's this item for ? ", For three bottles of Tsingtao beer . For three bottles of Tsingtao beer . , But we've can canceled one bottle . But we've can canceled one bottle . ," Oh , I'm sorry . Let me go back to the cashier's to have it changed . ( a few minutes later , the waiter returns with the new bill . ) " " Oh , I'm sorry . Let me go back to the cashier's to have it changed . ( a few minutes later , the waiter returns with the new bill . ) ", I'm sorry for the miscalculation . Here's the new bill . Would you mind checking it again ? I'm sorry for the miscalculation . Here's the new bill . Would you mind checking it again ? , That's all right . That's all right . ," If you're staying at our hotel , you may sign the bill . " "Good morning , Felix Wasserman Associates . Beth Jennings speaking . ", This is James Hong calling from Lincoln Bank . This is James Hong calling from Lincoln Bank . ," Hello , Mr Hong . What can I do for you ? " " Hello , Mr Hong . What can I do for you ? ", I'm calling to let you know that the funds for NX567822100007 have arrived . I'm calling to let you know that the funds for NX567822100007 have arrived . ," That's great ! That was quick , after it not being there yesterday I wasn't expecting to hear from you for a while . " " That's great ! That was quick , after it not being there yesterday I wasn't expecting to hear from you for a while . "," Well , it's here now . Shall we credit that straight to your account ? " " Well , it's here now . Shall we credit that straight to your account ? "," If you could , please . That would be wonderful , thanks . " "Hey , Joe ! Where have you been these past few days ? ", I ’ Ve been busy with a first aid course that I started about a week ago at the Red Cross . I ’ Ve been busy with a first aid course that I started about a week ago at the Red Cross . , Cool ! I ’ Ve always wanted to do something like that ! Have you learned anything useful ? Cool ! I ’ Ve always wanted to do something like that ! Have you learned anything useful ? ," For sure ! I mean we ’ Ve learned how to apply pressure to stop bleeding , how to check for a pulse , and even how to apply CPR ! " " For sure ! I mean we ’ Ve learned how to apply pressure to stop bleeding , how to check for a pulse , and even how to apply CPR ! ", Have you treated any real emergencies ? Have you treated any real emergencies ? ," Well , they took us along with some paramedics.There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense ! " " Well , they took us along with some paramedics.There was this guy who fell off his motorcycle and suffered a concussion as well as a couple of compound fractures . His wounds were pretty serious so they had to rush him to the hospital . It was intense ! "," I can imagine ! I tend to faint when I see blood , so I think I won ’ t be taking up a course like that anytime soon ! " "Hello , who is speaking ? "," Hello , this is John . I want to speak to Linda . " " Hello , this is John . I want to speak to Linda . ", This is her . This is her . ," Hi , Linda , I'm just calling to invite you to a dinner party tomorrow evening . " " Hi , Linda , I'm just calling to invite you to a dinner party tomorrow evening . ", Really ? What time and where ? Really ? What time and where ? , 7:30 PM at London-Chinese restaurant . I \ ' ll be at your place at seven to pick you up if you need a ride . 7:30 PM at London-Chinese restaurant . I \ ' ll be at your place at seven to pick you up if you need a ride . ," Yes , please , I'll need a ride . I'll be waiting for you then . " " Yes , please , I'll need a ride . I'll be waiting for you then . ", See you tomorrow at seven . Make sure your dress a little formally . I heard the restaurant is kind of upscale . See you tomorrow at seven . Make sure your dress a little formally . I heard the restaurant is kind of upscale . ," Thank you , see you then . " " Thank you , see you then . ", See you . "Mom , you know that Andrea and I sometimes worry about you . ", Really ? Why would you worry about me ? I ’ m just fine . Really ? Why would you worry about me ? I ’ m just fine . ," You ’ re almost 70 years old , Mom ! Don ’ t you think it would be better for you if you moved in with us ? " " You ’ re almost 70 years old , Mom ! Don ’ t you think it would be better for you if you moved in with us ? "," No way ! I like my apartment , and I like to be independent . " " No way ! I like my apartment , and I like to be independent . ", Do you ever get lonely living alone ? Do you ever get lonely living alone ? ," Not at all . I see you and your family twice a week , and I enjoy seeing my own friends . I ’ m too busy to feel lonely ! " Did you watch the live telecast of the World Cup last night ? , I missed it . I watch a live show of a concert . I missed it . I watch a live show of a concert . , What's the band called ? What's the band called ? , Love Music Woman "Hi , sorry to have kept you waiting . ", That's all right . That's all right . , How are you ? How are you ? ," Fine , and you ? " Did you lock the doors ? , All except the back door . I left that open for Tim . He took the dog for a walk . All except the back door . I left that open for Tim . He took the dog for a walk . ," Well , I ’ m going on to bed . I ’ m beat . " " Well , I ’ m going on to bed . I ’ m beat . "," Ok , I ’ m going to stay up awhile . I ’ Ve got to go over the household budget , We ‘ re a little over-spend this month . " " Ok , I ’ m going to stay up awhile . I ’ Ve got to go over the household budget , We ‘ re a little over-spend this month . ", Please told Tim to close the door to the basement . I don ’ t want dog down there tonight . Please told Tim to close the door to the basement . I don ’ t want dog down there tonight . ," Ok , Good night , see you at breakfast . " "How are you , Mr . Zhang ? "," Very well , thank you . And you ? " " Very well , thank you . And you ? "," Fine , too , thanks . We met one year ago . We both took part in a party held by our company last year . " " Fine , too , thanks . We met one year ago . We both took part in a party held by our company last year . ", That's right . How nice to see you again . That's right . How nice to see you again . , Me too . How is your family ? Me too . How is your family ? , they are doing well . they are doing well . , Say ' hello ' to them for me . Say ' hello ' to them for me . , Of course . They will be happy you asked about them . "Oh , no ! Now I'll be late . ", Can I give you a hand ? Can I give you a hand ? ," Yes , I'd appreciate it if you could drive me downtown . " " Yes , I'd appreciate it if you could drive me downtown . ", Sure thing . I've got time . "Hello , Elitherbeth How are you ? "," Fine , thanks . " " Fine , thanks . ", Are you sure you ’ re alright . You look a bit worry today ? Is anything wrong ? Are you sure you ’ re alright . You look a bit worry today ? Is anything wrong ? ," Well , Yes . There are something wrong actually . Perhaps you can give me some advice . " " Well , Yes . There are something wrong actually . Perhaps you can give me some advice . ", of course if I can . of course if I can . ," Well , Last night when I returned from thetheatre I found I lost my wallet . " " Well , Last night when I returned from thetheatre I found I lost my wallet . ", Oh dear . That ’ s terrible . What was in your wallet ? Oh dear . That ’ s terrible . What was in your wallet ? ," Well , some money of course , a vise , all my identity cards and some photos . " " Well , some money of course , a vise , all my identity cards and some photos . "," Well , If I were you , I would go to the police station straight away and calling . " " Well , If I were you , I would go to the police station straight away and calling . "," Yes , I have already done that and they already look for it . I ’ ll leaving soon and I need my vise and identity cards badly . " " Yes , I have already done that and they already look for it . I ’ ll leaving soon and I need my vise and identity cards badly . ", Oh dear . What a pity . Are you sure you lost your wallet in theatre ? Oh dear . What a pity . Are you sure you lost your wallet in theatre ? ," Yes , quite sure . " " Yes , quite sure . ", I think you should put an advertisement in china daily . Things where you lasted . I think you should put an advertisement in china daily . Things where you lasted . , But that takes too long . But that takes too long . ," Wait a minute , My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to theatre . I ’ Ve telephone here and ask him to go to theatre to require it . We ’ d better have breakfast now . and meet him later . " "Hi there ! My name ’ s Terry Graham . You ’ re new around here , huh ? ", Yes . My name ’ s Mark Benson . I just started a couple of weeks ago . Yes . My name ’ s Mark Benson . I just started a couple of weeks ago . ," Well , if there ’ s anything I can do for you , let me know . " " Well , if there ’ s anything I can do for you , let me know . "," Thanks , I appreciate that ! " "I heard that your previous manager was very capable , he is a good manger . ", That ’ s a matter of opinion . That ’ s a matter of opinion . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I worked with him for two years . That was the worst time in my career . How you celebrate your Valentine ’ s Day with your wife ? , I will take a rain check . what's your favourite steps ? ," it's hard to say , but i do love foxtrot and waltz . " " it's hard to say , but i do love foxtrot and waltz . ", how about rock and roll 。 how about rock and roll 。 ," to tell the truth . i don't like it , it's too noisy . " " to tell the truth . i don't like it , it's too noisy . ", and can you dance tango ? and can you dance tango ? ," oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well . " " oh , it's really beautiful . but i just can't dance it well . ", don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ? don't be so modest . i am sure you can dance it very well . then i'll see you at six . is that all right ? , ok . ok . , great . i am your lucky fellow then . Would you mind if I smoked ? , I'd rather you didn't . What are you doing ? , I ’ m trying to put the vase on the shelf . I ’ m trying to put the vase on the shelf . , Let regive you a hand . Let regive you a hand . ," No , thank you . I can manage it , I think . " Why do you want to spend your summer days in a mountain village ? , I think a mountain village is splendid ! I think a mountain village is splendid ! , I don't agree with you . It's too small to live . I don't agree with you . It's too small to live . ," It has fresh air , and it is nicer than a big town . " " It has fresh air , and it is nicer than a big town . "," I disagree , a big town is more lively . " " I disagree , a big town is more lively . ", But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill ! But I like the small mountain village . The big town is noisy . How charming it is when walking along the hill ! ," Well , alright , I agree with you about that , but I still prefer a big town . " Have you met the new girl ? , No . Have you ? No . Have you ? , She's one of the prettiest girls at the school . She's one of the prettiest girls at the school . , What does she look like ? What does she look like ? ," Well , she's quite short . " " Well , she's quite short . ", How tall would you say that she is ? How tall would you say that she is ? , I would say she's only 5 feet . I would say she's only 5 feet . , What about her facial features ? What about her facial features ? ," She has light brown eyes , absolutely beautiful . " " She has light brown eyes , absolutely beautiful . ", I think I know who you're talking about . I think I know who you're talking about . , Have you seen her ? Have you seen her ? , I think that I have . Could you tell me something about investment environment of your country ? ," Our country is a free trade nation . She was mainly agriculture and rather a backward country and mow has developed into a modern highly industrialized state with an expanding economy . Parallel to this , her dependence upon foreign trade has increased . Increased output generates a greater need for raw materials , semi-finished products and capital goods . Thus . in many fields , our country is an important and growing market for exporters from other countries . But this doesn't mean that our country is an easy market , because of a liberal import policy and the high standard in our market is keen . " " Our country is a free trade nation . She was mainly agriculture and rather a backward country and mow has developed into a modern highly industrialized state with an expanding economy . Parallel to this , her dependence upon foreign trade has increased . Increased output generates a greater need for raw materials , semi-finished products and capital goods . Thus . in many fields , our country is an important and growing market for exporters from other countries . But this doesn't mean that our country is an easy market , because of a liberal import policy and the high standard in our market is keen . "," Well , what about price ? " " Well , what about price ? "," The price factor can be a useful instrument for exporters when trying to place their products in industrialized countries . Of course , marketing goods abroad is not only a question of price . There are also other important factors such as design , quality of goods , terms of sale , transport and insurance . " "Waiter , we have been waiting for 20 minutes . Would you mind hurrying ? "," I am sorry , sir , the fish you ordered will take a longer time because we make it with fresh fish . " " I am sorry , sir , the fish you ordered will take a longer time because we make it with fresh fish . ", That's fine . Would you please bring me some wine ? That's fine . Would you please bring me some wine ? ," Sure , is dry white wine OK ? " " Sure , is dry white wine OK ? ", Yes . Thank you . We need to figure out how much money we are spending and what we are spending it on ? , Why ? Why ? ," Well , I think we could be saving more . " " Well , I think we could be saving more . ", Really ? Well . Ok . Get the receipts out . Really ? Well . Ok . Get the receipts out . ," Let's see . We spent 700 dollars for our home loan payment , 400 on groceries , 75 on utilities , 250 on gasoline , 100 on books and 300 on entertainment last month . " " Let's see . We spent 700 dollars for our home loan payment , 400 on groceries , 75 on utilities , 250 on gasoline , 100 on books and 300 on entertainment last month . "," That's 1,825 dollars . " " That's 1,825 dollars . ", We put 500 into the savings account and 750 into our stock account . We put 500 into the savings account and 750 into our stock account . ," 3,075 . Our paychecks are 3300 combined . That means we don't have any receipts for 225 . " " 3,075 . Our paychecks are 3300 combined . That means we don't have any receipts for 225 . ", Right . Good afternoon . How can I help ? , Hi there . I need to change some dollars into local currency . Can I do that here ? Hi there . I need to change some dollars into local currency . Can I do that here ? ," Yes , you can . Is that US dollars or HK dollars ? Both are available for exchange to RIB . How much would you like to exchange ? " " Yes , you can . Is that US dollars or HK dollars ? Both are available for exchange to RIB . How much would you like to exchange ? "," Well , that depends . What's the rate like today ? " " Well , that depends . What's the rate like today ? "," Today's rate is 821.32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad . " " Today's rate is 821.32 USD to 100 RIB , which isn't bad . "," That sounds pretty good . OK , I'll change 500 USD today , thanks . " "A Westerner said to his Chinese friend . “ Chinese people slurp when drinking soup . It ’ s disgusting . ” The Chinese friend replied , “ Westerners make a lot of noise licking their fingers when eating . It ’ s even worse . ” "," Everyone has his own habits , but these habits are not very good . The noise often spoils other people ’ s appetite . " " Everyone has his own habits , but these habits are not very good . The noise often spoils other people ’ s appetite . "," I attended a course on table manners while I was in the United States . Some of the things we learnt included how to place the napkin and utensils and how to pass the bread . Before each course , the teacher would ask if we wanted to learn the Continental European way or the American way . We always said “ American way . ” It ’ s amazing that everyone is so used to their own table manners . What is the Chinese way ? " " I attended a course on table manners while I was in the United States . Some of the things we learnt included how to place the napkin and utensils and how to pass the bread . Before each course , the teacher would ask if we wanted to learn the Continental European way or the American way . We always said “ American way . ” It ’ s amazing that everyone is so used to their own table manners . What is the Chinese way ? "," The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated . The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate . I assume it is less complicated , right ? " " The westerners use knives and forks to eat so it is complicated . The Chinese use a pair of chopsticks and eat out of the same plate . I assume it is less complicated , right ? "," Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ’ t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ’ t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits . " " Not really . I did some research about Chinese table manners . The important rule is to remain silent while eating . Of course , this refers to family meals only . Not talking over meals is supposed to be good for the health . It is impolite if people do not talk to each other during a social party . The table arrangements and serving order for a social party are equally complicated . Each dish should be placed in the correct position . When fish is served , the tail should be pointing at the guest because tail meat is supposed to be tasty . If it is in winter , the stomach should face the right-hand side of the guest because that portion of the fish is very rich in winter . Each dish should be commenced by the eldest person who is seated at the head of the table . The diners should sit close to the table so food won ’ t drop on their cloths . No noise should be made when chewing . No one should move food back to the communal plate even if he doesn ’ t like it . One should drink soup slowly and is not supposed to make a lot of noise . All these table manners are very similar to Western habits . "," It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ’ s appetite.Westerners like to say , “ bon appetite ” before meals which is one way to suggest “ mind your table manners . ” Is there such an expression in Chinese ? " " It seems that people share the same basic sense of etiquette regardless of their background . Apart from the different tools used for eating we seem to follow the same principles . We do not let inappropriate manners spoil other people ’ s appetite.Westerners like to say , “ bon appetite ” before meals which is one way to suggest “ mind your table manners . ” Is there such an expression in Chinese ? ", Yes . We say “ eat well and drink well . ” What forms should I fill out to collect unemployment ? , You need to fill out a special form to apply for unemployment benefits . You need to fill out a special form to apply for unemployment benefits . , Where do I get the application form for unemployment benefits ? Where do I get the application form for unemployment benefits ? , You can call the Employment Development Office and request a form . You can call the Employment Development Office and request a form . , What information will I need to provide to apply for unemployment ? What information will I need to provide to apply for unemployment ? , Be prepared to provide your employer ’ s name and address and what dates you worked . Be prepared to provide your employer ’ s name and address and what dates you worked . , What else will the Employment Development Office need ? What else will the Employment Development Office need ? ," You need to be prepared to show that your unemployment is not your fault . If you have a termination notice , that would be great . " " You need to be prepared to show that your unemployment is not your fault . If you have a termination notice , that would be great . ", What will happen next ? What will happen next ? , The Employment Development Office will call you for an interview . Can you tell me what bus to catch from Altadena to downtown LA ? , You can catch the 486 . You can catch the 486 . , That bus goes all the way to LA ? That bus goes all the way to LA ? , I believe so . I believe so . , Is the bus ride long ? Is the bus ride long ? , It only takes 45 minutes to an hour . It only takes 45 minutes to an hour . , That's all ? That's all ? , It's a pretty short trip . It's a pretty short trip . , Is there always a lot of people on that bus ? Is there always a lot of people on that bus ? , It only gets crowded once it gets to LA . It only gets crowded once it gets to LA . ," Oh okay , thank you . " " Oh okay , thank you . ", No problem . Do you want some dessert ? ," No , thank you . Check , please . " " No , thank you . Check , please . ", Wait a moment . I will calculate it for you . Your bill comes to $ 36 . Wait a moment . I will calculate it for you . Your bill comes to $ 36 . , Here are $ 40 . Keep the change . That's my tip for you . Who is on duty ? ," I am , sir . " " I am , sir . ", Your duty is to keep a check on those prisoners from now on . Your duty is to keep a check on those prisoners from now on . ," Yes , sir . " It seems to me that you are on very good terms with him . , We actually met at a dance party . He fell for me . We actually met at a dance party . He fell for me . , He must be all over you the first time he saw you . He must be all over you the first time he saw you . , He said that I put all other girls in the shade . He said that I put all other girls in the shade . , That means he was head over heels in love with you . That means he was head over heels in love with you . ," Well , he indeed likes me . " " Well , he indeed likes me . ", But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question . But I think he can't hold a candle to you . I don't think he has ever popped the question . ," No , he is the sort of man who likes to hide his candle under a bushel . " Do you know that I'm checking out in about 30 minutes ? ," Just say the word , sir . " " Just say the word , sir . "," Excellent ! Now , as you know , the day has barely begun . " " Excellent ! Now , as you know , the day has barely begun . ", I agree . The dew is still on the grass . I agree . The dew is still on the grass . ," I want to hit a few more places in the city , but I need a place to put my luggage . " " I want to hit a few more places in the city , but I need a place to put my luggage . "," We do have a storage space for your bags . There's a small charge , plus a deposit . " " We do have a storage space for your bags . There's a small charge , plus a deposit . ", Leave a deposit ? Isn't leaving the luggage enough of a deposit ? Leave a deposit ? Isn't leaving the luggage enough of a deposit ? ," Regrettably , no . But simply present your VISA to cover your deposit . " " Regrettably , no . But simply present your VISA to cover your deposit . ", Hmm . I'll have to think about this for a second . Hmm . I'll have to think about this for a second . ," Okay , sir , but don't think too long . Your checkout is only 30 minutes away . " Can you drive ? ," Yes , I have a driving license . " " Yes , I have a driving license . ", Are you willing to drive yourself if the job requires ? Are you willing to drive yourself if the job requires ? , Sure . Sure . ," One more thing , if you are wanted in this position , you must prepare to travel aboard frequently . " " One more thing , if you are wanted in this position , you must prepare to travel aboard frequently . ", That's fine with me . That's fine with me . , Would you mind relocating ? Would you mind relocating ? ," As long as it isn't too far from this city , I don't mind . " " As long as it isn't too far from this city , I don't mind . "," It ’ s quite far away , though it's located in another part of the city . Are you planning to find a boarding house nearby ? " " It ’ s quite far away , though it's located in another part of the city . Are you planning to find a boarding house nearby ? ", I think I can commute that far without any trouble . I think I can commute that far without any trouble . , Good . Do you have any particular conditions that you want us to take into consideration ? Good . Do you have any particular conditions that you want us to take into consideration ? ," No , nothing in particular . Thank you . " " No , nothing in particular . Thank you . ", Then you'll need to know it's a hard job . You'll often have to work overtime or even on weekends . Then you'll need to know it's a hard job . You'll often have to work overtime or even on weekends . ," Yes , but I don't mind working hard . " your daughter will be back soon . I'm going to start making dinner . You can just watch some TV in TV room if you like . We just bought a new TV with a LCD screen . The remote control is on the coffee ta , would you mind if I helped out in the kitchen instead ? I do enjoy cooking . would you mind if I helped out in the kitchen instead ? I do enjoy cooking . , this is supposed to be your vacation ; we'd like you to just relax . this is supposed to be your vacation ; we'd like you to just relax . ," cooking makes me feel relaxed . So , what are we cooking ? " " cooking makes me feel relaxed . So , what are we cooking ? "," ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ? " " ok , well , we're going to make a pan of lasagne , a salad , and some garlic bread . Here's the recipe . Do you want to get the ingredients we need out of the cupboard ? "," sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too . " " sure . We should probably pre-heat the oven right away , too . ", that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ? that's a good idea . Can you set the oven to 200 degrees Celsius ? , that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there . that's a bit high for lasagne . I'll just set it at 180 degree and we can take it from there . ," fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet . " " fine . I'll just get out the casserole dish , the saucepan , the salad bowl , and the baking sheet . "," you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ? " " you know , I could do this myself . Why don't you go get the screwdriver and the pliers and go fix the vacuum cleaner so it works better ? ", I don't think it's broken . I don't think it's broken . ," well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages ! " " well , if it's not broken , then you need to learn how to vacuum better , because it doesn't look like you've vacuumed for ages ! ", fine . I'll go vacuum . Let me know if you need any other help . We still have one more day to go before we return home . What will we see tomorrow ? , no idea . We've enjoyed both the natural scenery and the city sights . What else is there to see ? no idea . We've enjoyed both the natural scenery and the city sights . What else is there to see ? , what about a factory tour ? what about a factory tour ? , you mean visit a factory ? you mean visit a factory ? , yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry . yes . I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which open to the public every weekend . We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry . , good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ? good idea ! I've always been interested in that . How much is the entrance fee ? ," I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour . " " I'm not sure , but as far as I know , most factory tours are free . They are sponsored by the company providing the tour . ", really ? What do the companies do that for ? really ? What do the companies do that for ? , I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known . I believe most of them think of it as good public relations . They can promote their product and make their company better-known . ," oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors . " " oh , i see . So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors . ", exactly . exactly . , do we need an appointment beforehand ? do we need an appointment beforehand ? , I'll call the tourist information centre to check . Does Tom drink a lot ? ," Yes , he does . He of ten has had one to many . But I advised him not to drink too much , he just boasted that he had hollow legs and nobody had ever drunk him under the table . " " Yes , he does . He of ten has had one to many . But I advised him not to drink too much , he just boasted that he had hollow legs and nobody had ever drunk him under the table . ", That's a problem . He has sort of Dutch courage and that will egg him on in doing anything . Shall we have two tickets for for seven thirty ? ," Yes , Would you like to have the seats in the front or at the back ? " " Yes , Would you like to have the seats in the front or at the back ? "," In the front , please . " Excuse me . Do you have a minute ? I'd like to tell you about the Bucky Card . , Well ... alright . I guess I have a minute . Well ... alright . I guess I have a minute . , Do you know about the Bucky Card ? Do you know about the Bucky Card ? ," I've heard about it , but I don't really know about it . " " I've heard about it , but I don't really know about it . "," The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school.It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies . " " The Bucky Card is a great way for you to save money while you have a good time here at school.It gives you discounts on all kinds of things . Movies , pizza , clothing , school supplies . ", What about beer ? What about beer ? ," The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer.But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges.So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee . " " The Card doesn't actually give you discounts on beer.But it will give you discounts on certain club cover charges.So if you want to see your favorite band at Amy's or Cosmo's Club , you get a discount on the entrance fee . ", That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ? That's pretty cool . How much of a discount ? , Usually it's two dollars off the cover price . Usually it's two dollars off the cover price . ," And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ? " " And all these other things , pizza and movies for instance--how much of a discount do I get on that stuff ? ", This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts.And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet.The Bucky Card has just started.Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program.It ' s a great way for students to save money ! This pamphlet shows you what restaurants and movie theaters have discounts.And twice every semester we will send you a new issue of the pamphlet.The Bucky Card has just started.Every couple months we have new businesses joining our program.It ' s a great way for students to save money ! ," Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet.Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time.And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ? " " Alright , alright . Let me look at that pamphlet.Hmm . Alessio's Pizza Parlor . That's cool . I go there all the time.And Cosmo's Club . And 4 - D records . Alright . How much does it cost ? ", It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card . It costs only 19 dollars a year for a card . , Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper . Whoa ! That's expensive ! It should be cheaper . , But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year . But think of how much money you'll save ! You can use it for a year . ," Yeah , maybe . Alright . Give me an application form . " What's new ? , Nothing much . We have been over this a hundred times ! We are not getting a pet ! , Why not ? Come on ! Just a cute little puppy . or a kitty ! Why not ? Come on ! Just a cute little puppy . or a kitty ! , Who is going to look after a dog or a cat ? Who is going to look after a dog or a cat ? ," I will ! I ’ ll feed it , bathe it and walk it every day ! We can get a Labrador or a German Shepard ! " " I will ! I ’ ll feed it , bathe it and walk it every day ! We can get a Labrador or a German Shepard ! "," What if we want to take a vacation ? Who will we leave it with ? Plus , our apartment is too small for that breed of dog . " " What if we want to take a vacation ? Who will we leave it with ? Plus , our apartment is too small for that breed of dog . ", Ok . How about we get a cat or a ferret ? Ok . How about we get a cat or a ferret ? ," We ’ re planning on having children soon , I don ’ t think those animals are a good idea with a baby in the house . " " We ’ re planning on having children soon , I don ’ t think those animals are a good idea with a baby in the house . ", Fine ! Let ’ s get a bird then ! We can keep it in its cage and teach it to talk ! A parrot would be awesome ! Fine ! Let ’ s get a bird then ! We can keep it in its cage and teach it to talk ! A parrot would be awesome ! ," I ’ ll tell you what , I can get you some hamsters and we ’ ll take it from there . " " I ’ ll tell you what , I can get you some hamsters and we ’ ll take it from there . ", Yay ! Can I help you ? , Is This where I pay the airport tax ? Is This where I pay the airport tax ? ," Yes , sir . Just as the sign says . How many ? " " Yes , sir . Just as the sign says . How many ? "," I'm sorry , but I've never done this before . How many what ? " " I'm sorry , but I've never done this before . How many what ? ", How many people are you paying the tax for ? How many people are you paying the tax for ? , My wife and me . The two of us . My wife and me . The two of us . ," 100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan . " " 100 yuan each , so you owe me 200 yuan . "," Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan . " " Oh , OK . Here's 200 yuan . ", Here are your two receipts . Here are your two receipts . , Thanks . What shall I do then ? Thanks . What shall I do then ? ," Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you . " " Just give these receipts to the lady at the door to immigration . Don't worry , she'll ask for them from you . "," Oh , I guess I'm a little confused . " " Oh , I guess I'm a little confused . ", We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip . We are all the same the first time we travel overseas . You guys have a nice trip . , Thanks a lot . "If you wanna keep healthy , you must give up smoking . It's extremely bad for your health , you know . "," I know it's not good for me , but the problem is I just can't help it . " " I know it's not good for me , but the problem is I just can't help it . "," Well , I've got an idea , put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes , and read it before you smoke . It may give you a feeling to reduce it . " " Well , I've got an idea , put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes , and read it before you smoke . It may give you a feeling to reduce it . ", I'll try . "Why are you so angry , darling ? ", Stop picking on me . I am going to be mad . May I see the manager of your company ? , I am.What can I do for you ? I am.What can I do for you ? ," Form your company's advertisement in the TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY , I learn that you are a foreign trade company of good service . I am interested in it.Here is my resume , ma'am . " " Form your company's advertisement in the TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY , I learn that you are a foreign trade company of good service . I am interested in it.Here is my resume , ma'am . "," Very good , you majored in International Trade ? " " Very good , you majored in International Trade ? "," Yes , I will graduate from the People's University of China this July majoring in International Trade.Besides , at school , I am a top student.Moreover , both my spoken and written English are pretty good . " " Yes , I will graduate from the People's University of China this July majoring in International Trade.Besides , at school , I am a top student.Moreover , both my spoken and written English are pretty good . "," Well , for this position , we prefer experienced employees , Those who have just graduated from university , they are supposed to start by working as an intern for at least half a year . " " Well , for this position , we prefer experienced employees , Those who have just graduated from university , they are supposed to start by working as an intern for at least half a year . "," I think I ' m qualified for the job if I can be given the chance.While at school , I once worked as part-time translator in a company and salesperson with a textile company for two years.And I don't mind being paid less from the start , I just want to enrich my experience and competence . " " I think I ' m qualified for the job if I can be given the chance.While at school , I once worked as part-time translator in a company and salesperson with a textile company for two years.And I don't mind being paid less from the start , I just want to enrich my experience and competence . "," Good.That is the kind of man we are looking for.By the way , do you like traveling ? Our sales representatives need to travel a lot . " " Good.That is the kind of man we are looking for.By the way , do you like traveling ? Our sales representatives need to travel a lot . "," Yes , I do . I like traveling very much . " " Yes , I do . I like traveling very much . ", Are you willing to work for extra hours ? Are you willing to work for extra hours ? ," Of course , I'll try my best.When can I start working ? " " Of course , I'll try my best.When can I start working ? ", What about next Monday ? What about next Monday ? ," Great.Let ' s start next week.Thank you , ma'am . " " Great.Let ' s start next week.Thank you , ma'am . "," Well , see you next monday . " "Room service , what can I do for you ? "," I have some shirts that need laundering , and I ’ d like my suit pressed . " " I have some shirts that need laundering , and I ’ d like my suit pressed . ", There is a laundry form as well as a bag in your room . Pls fill it out and the maid will come pick it up . There is a laundry form as well as a bag in your room . Pls fill it out and the maid will come pick it up . , How long will it take to get my clothes back ? How long will it take to get my clothes back ? , To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ? To press the suit only takes 3 hours . The laundry will be returned to you tomorrow around noon time . Is that all right ? , That ’ s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up . That ’ s all right . Pls send someone to pick it up . ," Right away , sir . " "Excuse me , Mr . Emory ? "," Yes , Christine ? " " Yes , Christine ? "," Could you tell me where the copier is , please ? " " Could you tell me where the copier is , please ? ", Sure . You just walk down this hallway . The copy room is the second room on the right . May I help you ? ," Yes , please . Can I exchange money here ? " " Yes , please . Can I exchange money here ? "," Here we can exchange HAD , USD and Euros . Which do you require ? " " Here we can exchange HAD , USD and Euros . Which do you require ? "," To be honest , I really wanted to exchange my GAP , but I suppose USD will be fine . I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses . Could you tell me what the rate is like today ? " " To be honest , I really wanted to exchange my GAP , but I suppose USD will be fine . I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses . Could you tell me what the rate is like today ? "," At the moment it's 830.43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate . " " At the moment it's 830.43 RIB for 100 USD , which is a pretty good rate . "," OK , that sounds fine . I think 200 USD worth of RIB should be plenty , thanks . " May I see your passport ? , Here it is . Here it is . , How long are you going to stay ? How long are you going to stay ? , For one week . For one week . , What is the purpose for your visit ? What is the purpose for your visit ? , For sightseeing . For sightseeing . , Where are you going to stay ? Where are you going to stay ? , At the Hilton hotel . At the Hilton hotel . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," No , nothing . " What a nice day ! , Yes . How about going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass ? Yes . How about going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass ? ," Great , let's go ! " " Great , let's go ! "," Hey , darling , I think I might have a little heatstroke from being in the sun all day . I was so relaxed . It felt as if I were in another world . " " Hey , darling , I think I might have a little heatstroke from being in the sun all day . I was so relaxed . It felt as if I were in another world . "," Exactly . You know , the sunshine and wind remind me of our honeymoon . You remember ? The island , the sound of the waves , the salty sea air and the sunshine ... " " Exactly . You know , the sunshine and wind remind me of our honeymoon . You remember ? The island , the sound of the waves , the salty sea air and the sunshine ... "," Yes , it was wonderful but it's already been a year . How time flies ! " " Yes , it was wonderful but it's already been a year . How time flies ! "," Why not go again to celebrate our one-year anniversary ? We can go to the same beach , stay in the same hotel and enjoy a dinner in the same restaurant . " " Why not go again to celebrate our one-year anniversary ? We can go to the same beach , stay in the same hotel and enjoy a dinner in the same restaurant . ", Are you kidding ? Can you afford it ? Do you think we can get a room on such short voice ? Are you kidding ? Can you afford it ? Do you think we can get a room on such short voice ? ," Never mind that , I'll take care of it . Are you available next week ? " " Never mind that , I'll take care of it . Are you available next week ? "," Yeah , I think so . " " Yeah , I think so . ", Ok . I'll make the arrangements . It will be great . Ok . I'll make the arrangements . It will be great . , Wonderful ! I'll start packing our suitcases . What can I do for you ? , I ’ m in need of your services . I ’ m in need of your services . , What do you need me for ? What do you need me for ? , I have a court date coming up . I have a court date coming up . , What are you being charged with ? What are you being charged with ? , It ’ s the felony charge . It ’ s the felony charge . , I ’ m willing to provide my services . I ’ m willing to provide my services . , What ’ s your rate ? What ’ s your rate ? , I work for $ 150 an hour . I work for $ 150 an hour . , That ’ s too high . That ’ s too high . , That ’ s what I charge . That ’ s what I charge . , I ’ ll hire you anyway . "I think your presentation impressed the client , Daniel . You did a good job . "," Thank you , Mr . Cooper . I hope we get the contract . " Is there a car park near the supermarket ? ," Yes , there is an underground car park near the supermarket . " " Yes , there is an underground car park near the supermarket . ", I see . Thanks . "Excuse me , would you like to be our guide ? ", Of course . Of course . ," It's our first time to be here , so would you please arrange a schedule for us ? " " It's our first time to be here , so would you please arrange a schedule for us ? ", With pleasure . I think we should go to the palace first . With pleasure . I think we should go to the palace first . , When was the palace built ? Good afternoon . Which service do you require . , I need to increase the amount of my L / C . It's quite a new one ; I opened it 12 days ago . I need to increase the amount of my L / C . It's quite a new one ; I opened it 12 days ago . , What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C . What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C . , How do I go about that ? How do I go about that ? , You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this . You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this . ," OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now . " " OK , you can take that from my account . I'll fill in the form now . "," Thanks . Yes ... that's all in order . What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank . As soon as we know anything , we'll contact you . " "Hi , Lander . What's wrong ? ", I can hardly make ends meet these days . I can hardly make ends meet these days . , Same here . I have't brought any new clothes for three months . Same here . I have't brought any new clothes for three months . , My income remains the same but prices just continue to rise . My income remains the same but prices just continue to rise . , True . The news says that there is a general increase in the price of daily necessities . True . The news says that there is a general increase in the price of daily necessities . , Definitely . I have to spend 300 yuan more on food every month . "Hello , Steven . How do you get along with your job ? "," Actually , I learn many things from it . I find that I am a quick learner in new things . " " Actually , I learn many things from it . I find that I am a quick learner in new things . "," Practice makes perfect . By the way , what do you learn from your job ? " " Practice makes perfect . By the way , what do you learn from your job ? "," At first I didn't know anything about the machine . Now I know how to operate it . Besides , the work gives me a sense of fulfillment and achievement . " " At first I didn't know anything about the machine . Now I know how to operate it . Besides , the work gives me a sense of fulfillment and achievement . "," Yeah , you are a good learner . I must commend you for your good performance . " " Yeah , you are a good learner . I must commend you for your good performance . ", Thank you . That's a long way to go for my job . Thank you . That's a long way to go for my job . , I appreciate your effort very much . The coffee break is over ; it's about time we set to work . I appreciate your effort very much . The coffee break is over ; it's about time we set to work . ," OK , let's go . " "Mr . Chandler will be our new partner , so his visit this time will be extremely important for our cooperation in future , because it may decide whether Mr . Chandler sign the trade contract with us or not . Do you have some idea ? "," I suppose we can bring him to visit our company , as well as our display room . In this way , he can know more about our company and our potential power . In my opinion , visiting the factory will help him learn our manufacturing process very much . " " I suppose we can bring him to visit our company , as well as our display room . In this way , he can know more about our company and our potential power . In my opinion , visiting the factory will help him learn our manufacturing process very much . "," En , you are right , and he will trust us and maybe the contract will be signed soon . But remember to keep some skills of our manufacturing secret . On one hand , show his our best side ; on the other hand , do not show too much to protect our own business secrets . " " En , you are right , and he will trust us and maybe the contract will be signed soon . But remember to keep some skills of our manufacturing secret . On one hand , show his our best side ; on the other hand , do not show too much to protect our own business secrets . "," Well , I understand . " " Well , I understand . ", Please make a detailed schedule on the visit this afternoon . Let ’ s see if we can reach some sort of agreement over your curfew . ," Ok , every one asks their parents let them stay out until 2 or 3 in the morning . " " Ok , every one asks their parents let them stay out until 2 or 3 in the morning . "," Well , I ’ m not everyone-else ’ s father . I think you need be in the house by ten o ’ clock . " " Well , I ’ m not everyone-else ’ s father . I think you need be in the house by ten o ’ clock . ", That ’ s absurd . I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that . That ’ s absurd . I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that . , I ’ ll be worried if you stay out late . I ’ ll be worried if you stay out late . ," Ok , how about midnight curfew . and I'll let you know where I am . " would you like to learn to tango Donar ? , right now ? right now ? , i am offering you my services . for your church . what do you say ? i am offering you my services . for your church . what do you say ? , i think i'll be a little afraid . i think i'll be a little afraid . , of what ? of what ? , afraid of making a mistake . afraid of making a mistake . ," no mistakes in a tango Donar.not like life , simple , that will make the tango so great . if you make a mistake , you'll get all tango done . just tango along . why don't you try ? will you try it . " " no mistakes in a tango Donar.not like life , simple , that will make the tango so great . if you make a mistake , you'll get all tango done . just tango along . why don't you try ? will you try it . ", all right . i'll give it a try . Can I take your order please ? , Can I get a burger and a large fries ? Can I get a burger and a large fries ? , Sure . Anything to drink with that ? Sure . Anything to drink with that ? ," A large coke , please . " " A large coke , please . ", Eating here or to go ? Eating here or to go ? ," Eating here , please . " " Eating here , please . ", That's 7 dollars and 25 cents . You can get free refills with your coke . "If one is rich , is the happy ? ", I don't think so.It ' s impossible to equate wealth and happiness . I don't think so.It ' s impossible to equate wealth and happiness . , Could I understand what you said as the poorest is the happiest ? Could I understand what you said as the poorest is the happiest ? , Of course not.Sometimes a poor man can be extremely miserable . This book I'm reading about Yoga is really interesting . , I didn't know you did Yoga . I didn't know you did Yoga . ," I don't really practice it regularly yet , I'm just learning about it . " " I don't really practice it regularly yet , I'm just learning about it . ", What have you learned ? What have you learned ? ," Right now I'm learning about the importance of breathing slow , deep and regularly . " " Right now I'm learning about the importance of breathing slow , deep and regularly . ", As opposed to short and shallow ? As opposed to short and shallow ? ," Yes . It says here , ' He who only half breathes , half lives . ' " " Yes . It says here , ' He who only half breathes , half lives . ' "," I read something like that once . I think it was , ' Life is in the breath . ' " "Oh , Ralph , I heard it is very dangerous traveling in space . Disasters have happened before . If the spaceship were out of order . . . ", You should be optimistic about this . Things have taken a good turn . You should remember that less than two centuries ago the dangers of train travel seemed similarly terrible . You should be optimistic about this . Things have taken a good turn . You should remember that less than two centuries ago the dangers of train travel seemed similarly terrible . , But is it possible that travelers could be hit by meteors ? But is it possible that travelers could be hit by meteors ? , It's once in blue moon . It's once in blue moon . , What do you think is the real danger man faced in space ? What do you think is the real danger man faced in space ? ," The main one is radiation . There are two sorts of radiation man must fear in space . The first is radiation from the sun , and this is particularly dangerous when the sun is very active and explosions are occurring on its surface . The second , less harmful , comes from the so-called Van Allen Belts . " I'd like to have a couple of complete sets of paper money and coins . , Yeah . You can take them home and either use them as a gift or keep them as mementoes . Yeah . You can take them home and either use them as a gift or keep them as mementoes . ," Ah , where can I find old paper money and coins used before and after 1949 ? " " Ah , where can I find old paper money and coins used before and after 1949 ? "," I'd suggest that you go to the Philately Store in Nanjing Road East , where the items are authentic and the prices are reasonable . " " I'd suggest that you go to the Philately Store in Nanjing Road East , where the items are authentic and the prices are reasonable . "," Good . Sorry to have troubled you so much , Miss . " " Good . Sorry to have troubled you so much , Miss . "," You're always welcome . Anything else can I do for you , sir ? " " You're always welcome . Anything else can I do for you , sir ? "," No , thanks . I did not notice it has been dark outside . I think it is time to dinner . " " No , thanks . I did not notice it has been dark outside . I think it is time to dinner . "," I guess it is . The restaurant is on the second floor . Please enjoy your dinner , sir ! " Do you have anything to do after this ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", Shall we drop in somewhere for a couple of drinks ? Shall we drop in somewhere for a couple of drinks ? , That sounds like a good idea . That sounds like a good idea . , I know a very interesting place . I know a very interesting place . ," Oh , do you ? Good . " "David , we have been doing business for three years , haven't we ? "," Yes , I'm glad we've had very pleasant cooperation in the previous years . And your achievement for promoting our clothes was great in the three years . " " Yes , I'm glad we've had very pleasant cooperation in the previous years . And your achievement for promoting our clothes was great in the three years . "," So , I wish to apply for the sole agency of your product in our local market . If you give us the agency , that will be more substantial for our cooperation . " " So , I wish to apply for the sole agency of your product in our local market . If you give us the agency , that will be more substantial for our cooperation . "," To be frank , you are not the only one who applies for an agent for us in your country . I'd like to know some ideas of terms on which you would be willing to operate as our agent . " " To be frank , you are not the only one who applies for an agent for us in your country . I'd like to know some ideas of terms on which you would be willing to operate as our agent . "," As we are a well-established company , we are very familiar with the customers ' needs . Besides , we can make full use of our good connections with the wholesalers and retailers here and develop a good market for your products if appointed as your agent . " " As we are a well-established company , we are very familiar with the customers ' needs . Besides , we can make full use of our good connections with the wholesalers and retailers here and develop a good market for your products if appointed as your agent . "," Sounds reasonable . I will tell my boss about you agent application . Another question , what do you think is the minimum annual sales you can guarantee ? " " Sounds reasonable . I will tell my boss about you agent application . Another question , what do you think is the minimum annual sales you can guarantee ? "," To be on the safe side , and for garment of all materials , sizes , and styles , I think the amount will be 50,000 pieces a year . " " To be on the safe side , and for garment of all materials , sizes , and styles , I think the amount will be 50,000 pieces a year . "," Well . As our sole agency , you will neither handle the same or similar products of other origins nor re-export our goods to any other area outside your own . " " Well . As our sole agency , you will neither handle the same or similar products of other origins nor re-export our goods to any other area outside your own . "," No , certainly not . " What a coincidence seeing you here . ! ," It is , isn't it ? " "Can I help you , sir ? ", I want to find a book called Gone with the Wind.But I can't find it . I want to find a book called Gone with the Wind.But I can't find it . , Let me give you a hand.The author is ... Let me give you a hand.The author is ... , Margaret Mitchell . Margaret Mitchell . ," Oh , yes.Here it is . " " Oh , yes.Here it is . ", Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time.Is this the latest edition ? Thank you very much . I have been looking for it for a long time.Is this the latest edition ? ," Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover.which would you want to buy ? " " Yes , we have both the paperback and hardcover.which would you want to buy ? ", How about the price of the hardcover ? How about the price of the hardcover ? , It's $ 25 . It's $ 25 . ," A little bit expensive , but I will buy one.This is $ 25 , here you are . " "Hi , Alex . How are you doing ? "," Just fine , Karen . I ’ m just taking a breather from all this paper work ! " " Just fine , Karen . I ’ m just taking a breather from all this paper work ! ", I know the feeling . I ’ m calling to let you know about this new Italian place I found . It ’ s right around the corner . I know the feeling . I ’ m calling to let you know about this new Italian place I found . It ’ s right around the corner . , I ’ ll have to try it . You know how I am about Italian food ! What ’ s the name ? You ’ Ve been a sales manager for three years . How do you like the job ? , I like it very much . I like it very much . ," If I may ask , are you happy with your salary ? " " If I may ask , are you happy with your salary ? "," No , I don ’ t mind at all . I receive 3,000 RIB a month , after tax . " " No , I don ’ t mind at all . I receive 3,000 RIB a month , after tax . ", Is there a bonus system or any other incentive plan in place ? Is there a bonus system or any other incentive plan in place ? , I ’ m afraid there isn ’ t . My boss only pays lip service . I ’ m afraid there isn ’ t . My boss only pays lip service . , What is your salary expectation for this position ? What is your salary expectation for this position ? , My expectation is in the 3800 to 4500 RIB range . That ’ s the take-home pay . Is this the A housing office ? ," Yes , it is . Are you looking for housing for this semester ? " " Yes , it is . Are you looking for housing for this semester ? "," I was hoping to get into something on campus , but my friend told me that everything is full . " " I was hoping to get into something on campus , but my friend told me that everything is full . "," It is , but I can put you on a waiting list , if you would like . " " It is , but I can put you on a waiting list , if you would like . "," Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ? " " Please . And in the mean time , can I look at apartments available in the area from this office ? "," Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As . " " Yes , here is a catalog that is put out every year with locations that meet campus requirements for As . ", Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ? Who do I talk to if I want I to see some of them ? , The individual landlord's numbers are next to each entry . You can call them with any questions you may have . "Good afternoon , Mrs . White . "," Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Haven't seen you for a long time . Can I help you ? " " Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Haven't seen you for a long time . Can I help you ? "," Can I see Mr . Cooper , your manager now ? " " Can I see Mr . Cooper , your manager now ? ", Let me see if he is free . Would you please sit down and wait for a moment ? Let me see if he is free . Would you please sit down and wait for a moment ? , All right . All right . , The manager will come to see you in a few minutes . The manager will come to see you in a few minutes . ," Thanks a lot , Mrs . White . " " Thanks a lot , Mrs . White . ", You are welcome . "Beth , would you like me to help you carry it ? "," Thanks , but I don't want to put you into any trouble . " " Thanks , but I don't want to put you into any trouble . ", Don't be silly . It's no trouble at all . "This house is very nice for me , but I can ’ t afford it in a lump sum . "," Don ’ t worry , you can pay in an installment , that is to say , you don ’ t have to pay the whole amount of money at once . " " Don ’ t worry , you can pay in an installment , that is to say , you don ’ t have to pay the whole amount of money at once . ", That ’ s good . Will you tell me the details ? That ’ s good . Will you tell me the details ? ," Certainly , you need to pay a deposit at first , and you will pay the rest monthly . " " Certainly , you need to pay a deposit at first , and you will pay the rest monthly . ", How long will it take ? How long will it take ? , It depends . It depends . , I need to talk it over with my wife . I need to talk it over with my wife . , Certainly . "Welcome to the Consultancy Department , I'm Greg Wu . What can I assist you with today ? "," I need to do a credit investigation on another company , but I'm worried it'll be a bit difficult . " " I need to do a credit investigation on another company , but I'm worried it'll be a bit difficult . ", How so ? How so ? ," Well , it's an American company , you see . I'm worried that there will be too much red tape involved . " " Well , it's an American company , you see . I'm worried that there will be too much red tape involved . ", We are able to do credit investigations globally . You have no need to worry . We are able to do credit investigations globally . You have no need to worry . ," Really ? I have been told , by another bank , that it makes it difficult if you want to investigate a company which is registered outside China . " " Really ? I have been told , by another bank , that it makes it difficult if you want to investigate a company which is registered outside China . "," 10 years ago , maybe yes . But nowadays we are a global village , it's easy to deal with any foreign country . " " 10 years ago , maybe yes . But nowadays we are a global village , it's easy to deal with any foreign country . "," I'm not exactly prepared right now . How about I go back to the office , get the relevant information and come back before closing ? " " I'm not exactly prepared right now . How about I go back to the office , get the relevant information and come back before closing ? ", I'll look forward to it and make sure all of the paperwork is ready and waiting . I'll look forward to it and make sure all of the paperwork is ready and waiting . , I'll return at about 4:30 pm . See you then . A report says running red lights causes one thousand traffic accidents every year . , It ’ s horrible . Why do drivers run a red light then ? It ’ s horrible . Why do drivers run a red light then ? ," Maybe they know they shouldn ’ t run a red light , but when they are driving they don ’ t pay enough attention to traffic lights . " " Maybe they know they shouldn ’ t run a red light , but when they are driving they don ’ t pay enough attention to traffic lights . ", Talking on the cell phone while driving is very dangerous too . It increases the chance of accidents . Talking on the cell phone while driving is very dangerous too . It increases the chance of accidents . ," I know . If a policeman catches you using the cell phone while driving , you will be fined . " Oh man ! I ’ Ve been starving myself for days now and I haven ’ t lost an ounce ! , Are you trying to lose weight ? Are you trying to lose weight ? ," Yeah , my friend is getting married next month and I ’ m supposed to be a bridesmaid . I have to fit into my dress and look nice for her wedding , but I haven ’ t lost any weight ! Look at these love handles . " " Yeah , my friend is getting married next month and I ’ m supposed to be a bridesmaid . I have to fit into my dress and look nice for her wedding , but I haven ’ t lost any weight ! Look at these love handles . ", You don ’ t have to starve yourself to lose weight . I think that ’ s where you ’ re going wrong . You don ’ t have to starve yourself to lose weight . I think that ’ s where you ’ re going wrong . ," Why ? If I eat less , then my body will start eating away at my fat reserves , right ? " " Why ? If I eat less , then my body will start eating away at my fat reserves , right ? "," Not really . You should try to not eat foods high in calories , salts or saturated fats . Stay away from oily food and artificial flavors . " " Not really . You should try to not eat foods high in calories , salts or saturated fats . Stay away from oily food and artificial flavors . "," So you are saying that I should eat , but I should just watch what I eat ? " " So you are saying that I should eat , but I should just watch what I eat ? ", Yes ! You can also try to reduce your intake of carbohydrates and foods that are high in cholesterol . You can have steamed veggies or increase your protein intake found in chicken or fish . Yes ! You can also try to reduce your intake of carbohydrates and foods that are high in cholesterol . You can have steamed veggies or increase your protein intake found in chicken or fish . , If I do all this do you think I can lose twenty pounds in four weeks ? If I do all this do you think I can lose twenty pounds in four weeks ? , Don ’ t count on it . I guess I'd better go now . , I've got to be going now too . I've got to be going now too . ," In that case , I'll be seeing you . " " In that case , I'll be seeing you . ", See you later . Here's the schedule we've prepared . ," Oh , thank you . " " Oh , thank you . ", Do you mind if we talk about your schedule tomorrow ? Do you mind if we talk about your schedule tomorrow ? , That will be best . I'd like to have a good rest first . That will be best . I'd like to have a good rest first . , And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her . And this is the schedule for Mrs . Watson . Eileen from our department will take care of her . , Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ? Ok . Shall we discuss the schedule in the lobby ? , All right . I'll see you in the lobby tomorrow morning . "Where to , miss ? "," Hi ! Crenshaw and Hawthorne , at the Holiday Inn that is on that corner . " " Hi ! Crenshaw and Hawthorne , at the Holiday Inn that is on that corner . "," Sure thing . So , where are you flying in from ? " " Sure thing . So , where are you flying in from ? ", From China . From China . ," Really ? You don ’ t look very Chinese to me , if you don ’ t mind me saying so . " " Really ? You don ’ t look very Chinese to me , if you don ’ t mind me saying so . "," It ’ s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products . " " It ’ s fine . I am actually from Mexico . I was in China on a business trip , visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products . "," Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ? " " Wow sounds interesting ! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but , how old are you ? ", Don ’ t you know it ’ s rude to ask a lady her age ? Don ’ t you know it ’ s rude to ask a lady her age ? , Don ’ t get me wrong ! It ’ s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas ! Don ’ t get me wrong ! It ’ s just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas ! ," Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ? " " Well thank you ! In that case , I am 26 years old , and what about yourself ? "," I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage . " " I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U . S of A , although I have some Colombian heritage . ", Really ? That ’ s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ? Really ? That ’ s great ! Do you speak some Spanish ? , Uh ... yeah .. of course ! Have you finished that report yet ? , No . I'm still working on it . No . I'm still working on it . , How much time do you need ? How much time do you need ? , Give me one more day . "Hey honey , how was your day ? ", It was alright . I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while.He ’ s in a bit of a jam . It was alright . I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while.He ’ s in a bit of a jam . , Why ? What happened ? Why ? What happened ? ," Well , his son had an accident and Bill doesn ’ t have health insurance . This really got me thinking , and I wondered if we shouldn ’ t look into a couple of different HMO ’ s . " " Well , his son had an accident and Bill doesn ’ t have health insurance . This really got me thinking , and I wondered if we shouldn ’ t look into a couple of different HMO ’ s . "," Yeah , you ’ re right . We aren ’ t getting any younger and our kids are getting older . " " Yeah , you ’ re right . We aren ’ t getting any younger and our kids are getting older . "," Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ’ s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too . " " Exactly ! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ’ s with low co-pays and good coverage . The deductibles are low , too . "," Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money . " " Sounds good , although , do you think we can qualify for insurance ? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money . "," Well , we don ’ t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine . " " Well , we don ’ t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions , so we should be fine . ", I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare . I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare . , Not in a million years ! "Well , you know how important a clean house is to your grandma . "," Yes , I hear about it every time she comes here . " " Yes , I hear about it every time she comes here . "," She was the head janitor at St . Mary's Hospital for thirty years , after all . " " She was the head janitor at St . Mary's Hospital for thirty years , after all . ", I think she misses that job and wants to take it out on us . I think she misses that job and wants to take it out on us . ," You know , maybe she's just a neat freak . " " You know , maybe she's just a neat freak . ", I think she just likes to make us miserable . I think she just likes to make us miserable . , You could be right . My hair stood on end when I saw the bloody scene . , What scene ? What scene ? , A kitten being run over by a truck . Mr . : Are you Mary Lin ? , Yes . Yes . ," Mr . : I'm Mr . Rogers , your homeroom teacher . " " Mr . : I'm Mr . Rogers , your homeroom teacher . ", Where should I sit ? Where should I sit ? , Mr . : Why don't you sit behind Brad ? Mr . : Why don't you sit behind Brad ? , Who's Brad ? Who's Brad ? , Mr . : He's that guy in the blue shirt . Mr . : He's that guy in the blue shirt . ," When does the first period begin , by the way ? " " When does the first period begin , by the way ? ", Mr . : As soon as the bell rings after the morning announcement . I've heard you're going to America tomorrow . I want to see you off at the airport . ," Oh , thanks a lot . " " Oh , thanks a lot . ", What time are you leaving ? What time are you leaving ? , 1 thirty P . m . But I've got to check in at 12 thirty P . m . 1 thirty P . m . But I've got to check in at 12 thirty P . m . , What airline and what flight ? What airline and what flight ? , Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 . Pan American Airlines . Flight 282 . , I'll see you at the airport at 12 thirty P . m . I'll see you at the airport at 12 thirty P . m . , Ok . See you tomorrow . What course did you like best ? , Project Management . I was very interested in this course when I was a student . And I think it's very useful for my present work . Project Management . I was very interested in this course when I was a student . And I think it's very useful for my present work . , Do you feel that you have received a good general training ? Do you feel that you have received a good general training ? ," Yes , I have studied in an English training program and a computer training program since I graduated from university . I am currently studying Finance at a training school . " "Hello , Mr . Hao . I am calling to tell you that you are not selected as our employee . Sorry . "," Although I am a little shocked , I can deal with it pretty well . I didn't perform as well as I should have in the interview . " " Although I am a little shocked , I can deal with it pretty well . I didn't perform as well as I should have in the interview . ", Maybe . But you should not withdraw forever just because you failed once . Maybe . But you should not withdraw forever just because you failed once . ," OK , thank you , I'll try if there were other chances . " "May I help you , Miss ? "," Yes , I'm excited to hear about your new product . " " Yes , I'm excited to hear about your new product . ", OK . I'm sure you will love what this new automatic answering system can do for your business . OK . I'm sure you will love what this new automatic answering system can do for your business . , Yes . I've heard a lot about it . Yes . I've heard a lot about it . ," Watch our computer demonstration , please . You'll be convinced that our product is superior . ( After the demonstration ) " " Watch our computer demonstration , please . You'll be convinced that our product is superior . ( After the demonstration ) "," Yes , I would have to agree with you . It seems to offer more options than the others . But new product sometimes has a few troubles . How about yours ? " " Yes , I would have to agree with you . It seems to offer more options than the others . But new product sometimes has a few troubles . How about yours ? ", Our systems are 100 % trouble-free . Our systems are 100 % trouble-free . , How do you ensure quality ? How do you ensure quality ? , Any of our new products shall go through a 1-3 month testing period . Any of our new products shall go through a 1-3 month testing period . , Are your prices negotiable ? Are your prices negotiable ? ," Yes , our prices are negotiable , but our quality is not . " " Yes , our prices are negotiable , but our quality is not . ", What happens if I am not satisfied with my purchases ? What happens if I am not satisfied with my purchases ? ," Your satisfaction is guaranteed , or we refund your money . " " Your satisfaction is guaranteed , or we refund your money . ", I see . But I have to discuss it over with my boss before I make a decision . I see . But I have to discuss it over with my boss before I make a decision . , OK . I hope you will be in touch with me shortly . "Hello , I'd like to get a seat on flight PB12 to Rome . ", Direct or non-direct ? Direct or non-direct ? , Is there any discount for a non-direct flight ? Is there any discount for a non-direct flight ? , Yes . Right now it's the slack season so we will give you ten percent off . Yes . Right now it's the slack season so we will give you ten percent off . , What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ? What if I buy around ticket ? Can you offer me some more ? , Sure . you can get a further discount at 5 % . I've come to apologize for what I said yesterday . , Don ’ t think any more about it . Don ’ t think any more about it . , I must make an apology for losing my temper . I must make an apology for losing my temper . , It ’ s really not necessary . I know your intention was good . It ’ s really not necessary . I know your intention was good . ," I ’ m relieved to hear that . Anyway , it ’ s my fault . " Help ! I'm about to drop these books . , I've got them . I've got them . , Thanks ! Good afternoon . Mr . Tylor's office ? , I'm afraid you've got the wrong extension . I'm afraid you've got the wrong extension . ," I'm sorry , but could you please transfer this call to Mr . Tylor's office ? " " I'm sorry , but could you please transfer this call to Mr . Tylor's office ? "," Sure , please hold on . " " Sure , please hold on . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Now Mr . Tylor's on the line . Go ahead , please . " " Now Mr . Tylor's on the line . Go ahead , please . "," You are so kind , you helped me a lot . " " You are so kind , you helped me a lot . ", You are welcome . Bye ! Your tree looks beautiful . Do you decorate it this way every year ? ," Yes , it's a family tradition dating back to my childhood . We use the same lights and ornaments , but of course we have a new tree each year.The children made some of these decorations . Here , you can hang this on one of those high branches . " " Yes , it's a family tradition dating back to my childhood . We use the same lights and ornaments , but of course we have a new tree each year.The children made some of these decorations . Here , you can hang this on one of those high branches . "," Well , everything seems to be just about ready . Now all we need is snow.Do you exchange the presents in the morning ? " " Well , everything seems to be just about ready . Now all we need is snow.Do you exchange the presents in the morning ? "," Oh , yes . The kids are too excited to wait . After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast . Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys . " " Oh , yes . The kids are too excited to wait . After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast . Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys . "," And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock . My brother and his family will be joining us . I look forward to meeting them . Well , it's late , so I'll say good night . I'll see you early tomorrow , so I can share your Christmas morning.Good night ! " Would you like to see our new shirts ? ," Sorry , but I ’ m not really that interested in those things . " " Sorry , but I ’ m not really that interested in those things . "," Well , they are very nice you know . " " Well , they are very nice you know . ", Really ? Really ? , And not expensive either . And not expensive either . ," Oh , I don't care about that . " " Oh , I don't care about that . ", Everybody is buying them . Everybody is buying them . , Are they ? Are they ? ," Yes , they are very fashionable , you see . " " Yes , they are very fashionable , you see . ", I am afraid I am not interested in fashion . I am afraid I am not interested in fashion . , I see . I see . , But thank you very much all the same . But thank you very much all the same . , Sorry I couldn't help you . "Hi , what ’ re you reading ? "," Oh , it ’ s Death on the Nile . Have you read it ? " " Oh , it ’ s Death on the Nile . Have you read it ? "," No , not that one . But I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finished ? " " No , not that one . But I saw the movie . Could I borrow it when you finished ? ", Sure . I didn ’ t know you like mysteries . Sure . I didn ’ t know you like mysteries . ," Oh , I ’ m crazy about them . " Ah ! No ! Damn it ! , It's a blackout . Now I can't see Seinfeld . It's a blackout . Now I can't see Seinfeld . , So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work . So what ? I just lost one hour's worth of work . , Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ? Really ? How could you do that ? Don't you save every couple minutes ? ," No , I didn't save this time.Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too . " " No , I didn't save this time.Damn it ! And I'm sick of writing this paper . Now I have to write it all over again too . "," I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save.When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything . " " I've had that problem too many times . So I learned to save.When I'm writing something , I save every three sentences or so . I don't want to lose anything . ", I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth . I hate computers . Sometimes I think they cause more trouble than they're worth . , What are we going to do now ? What are we going to do now ? , I don't know . I feel like going out . I don't know . I feel like going out . , I wonder how much of the city is down . I wonder how much of the city is down . , It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer . It doesn't matter . I still can go out and buy a beer . ," Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed.And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do . " " Maybe . But if there's a blackout , probably the pubs are closed.And besides , I know you have a political science exam tomorrow . I thought you had a lot of reading to do . "," Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework.This is a bad time for this to happen . " " Yes , that's true . Damn ! I just lost half my paper , and now I can't even do my homework.This is a bad time for this to happen . "," I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can . " " I have a flashlight in my closet . If you want to use that to read , you can . ", Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ? Thanks . I think I will try . Where are you going ? , I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself . I like your idea of getting a beer . I think I'll go out myself . ," Maybe we can trade.Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ? " " Maybe we can trade.Why don't you stay here and read for my exam , and I'll go drink beer ? "," No , it just won't work.If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will . " " No , it just won't work.If I read for your exam , you won't know the answers tomorrow . I will . ", So ? You can go to the class for me.Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ? So ? You can go to the class for me.Just write my name on the exam book and take the exam . Why not ? , How many students are in the class ? How many students are in the class ? , About fourteen . About fourteen . ," So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry . " " So it won't work , old buddy . They'll see that I'm not you . Sorry . ", Damn ! Hello ! Is your company advertising for administrative assistant on the newspapers ? ," Well , Administrative assistant with shorthand and typing skills are badly needed here . " " Well , Administrative assistant with shorthand and typing skills are badly needed here . ", First I want to check about the availability and see if you could give me more information . First I want to check about the availability and see if you could give me more information . , The position calls for a person with some working experience . We must be able to benefit from your analytical and interpersonal skills . Can you deliver your resume to us first ? The position calls for a person with some working experience . We must be able to benefit from your analytical and interpersonal skills . Can you deliver your resume to us first ? , Of course . I will deliver my resume to you in minutes ' time . I hope you will consider my application and I shall appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience . Of course . I will deliver my resume to you in minutes ' time . I hope you will consider my application and I shall appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience . , OK . I will call you soon . Bye now . OK . I will call you soon . Bye now . , Bye . We have reservations for two at your restaurant tonight . ," Yes , What can I do for you , sir ? " " Yes , What can I do for you , sir ? ", I'm calling to see if I can request a specific table . I'm calling to see if I can request a specific table . , I can try to arrange that for you . I can try to arrange that for you . , I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can . I proposed to my wife in your restaurant and I would like the same table if I can . ," Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ? " " Can you describe for me , where you were sitting ? ", It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf . It was a little table by the bay windows overlooking the wharf . , You're in luck . We still have that little table . "You're going to have coffee , aren't you ? ", Yes . I could use a cup of coffee . Yes . I could use a cup of coffee . , Are you going to have anything to eat ? Are you going to have anything to eat ? , French toast sounds good . What are you going to order ? French toast sounds good . What are you going to order ? , I'll have that too . Marriott Street . , How do you spell that ? How do you spell that ? ," M , A , double R , I , O , double T . " " M , A , double R , I , O , double T . ", Right . Got that . That dress is too expensive . , But it ’ s so pretty . But it ’ s so pretty . ," Yes , it is pretty , but it costs $ 200 . What about this one ? It ’ s almost the same , but it costs half as much . " " Yes , it is pretty , but it costs $ 200 . What about this one ? It ’ s almost the same , but it costs half as much . ", It ’ s not the same . It ’ s completely different . It ’ s not the same . It ’ s completely different . , It ’ s just a little shorter . It ’ s just a little shorter . , I really like this one . I really like this one . ," Well , it ’ s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ’ s pretty ? " " Well , it ’ s your money . You can spend it however you want . Do you really think it ’ s pretty ? ", Yeah . It ’ s pretty . "Ok , so who are we going to invite to our dinner party ? "," Well , we have the Thompsons , the Greens , and the Anderson , about twelve people total . " " Well , we have the Thompsons , the Greens , and the Anderson , about twelve people total . "," Don't forget my friend Andy from the office . He has nothing to do on Friday , so I invited him over . " " Don't forget my friend Andy from the office . He has nothing to do on Friday , so I invited him over . ", But that makes thirteen people ! We can't have thirteen people for dinner on Friday ! But that makes thirteen people ! We can't have thirteen people for dinner on Friday ! , Why can't we ? Why can't we ? ," It's an old superstition . If we have thirteen people at the table , then it means bad luck . Can Andy bring a date ? " " It's an old superstition . If we have thirteen people at the table , then it means bad luck . Can Andy bring a date ? "," I'm not sure . He just broke up with his girlfriend recently , and I don't think he's in the mood to start again so soon . " " I'm not sure . He just broke up with his girlfriend recently , and I don't think he's in the mood to start again so soon . ", But we can't have thirteen for dinner ! But we can't have thirteen for dinner ! , I think you're making a mountain out of a molehill . It's only a superstition . It really doesn't mean anything . I think you're making a mountain out of a molehill . It's only a superstition . It really doesn't mean anything . , Absolutely not ! I refuse to have thirteen people for dinner on Friday ! Absolutely not ! I refuse to have thirteen people for dinner on Friday ! ," Ok , ok . I'll ask my sister to come . That way we'll have fourteen for dinner . " " Ok , ok . I'll ask my sister to come . That way we'll have fourteen for dinner . ", That's better . I've been told that you are a very successful businessman abroad . I wonder how you managed to achieve such success ? ," Oh , through a lot of hard work , of course . " " Oh , through a lot of hard work , of course . "," I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first , wasn't it ? " " I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first , wasn't it ? "," Surely it was , especially when you only knew few people and little English . " " Surely it was , especially when you only knew few people and little English . ", You mean you didn't know much English then ? You mean you didn't know much English then ? , Right . I only knew a few English sentences . Right . I only knew a few English sentences . , That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ? That's incredible . Could you tell me what you did to make a start ? ," First , I worked as a servant . " " First , I worked as a servant . ", Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience . Really ? I wish you could tell me more about your experience . ," I'd like to , but I must run to a meeting . " Let's take a break . , Good idea . How about a cup of coffee ? Good idea . How about a cup of coffee ? , Sounds good . "Can I help you , Madam ? ", Yes . I'd like to buy a sweater for my husband . Which style is the latest ? Yes . I'd like to buy a sweater for my husband . Which style is the latest ? , These are all the latest fashion . How do you like this white turtleneck one ? These are all the latest fashion . How do you like this white turtleneck one ? , I like this style . But do you have any other colors ? I feel that this color doesn't suit his complexion . I like this style . But do you have any other colors ? I feel that this color doesn't suit his complexion . , We also have it in grey . We also have it in grey . , Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ? Great ! I will take it . And could you suggest a pair of trousers to match this sweater ? , It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well . It's my pleasure . I think this pair of jeans will suit the sweater well . ," Let me see . Yes , they are perfectly matched ! " "Daniel , have you finished your homework ? "," Not yet , Dad . I am watching Ultraman instead.No , no , Dad . Please . This program is on only once a week . " " Not yet , Dad . I am watching Ultraman instead.No , no , Dad . Please . This program is on only once a week . "," Daniel , as a matter of fact , TV is bad for your health . " " Daniel , as a matter of fact , TV is bad for your health . ", What makes you think that ? What makes you think that ? , It's full of violence and you are so young . It's full of violence and you are so young . ," But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things . " " But there are cartoons on TV . Bees , big trees , seas , and a lot of other interesting things . "," Wait . What's the time , honey ? " " Wait . What's the time , honey ? ", About 6 . About 6 . ," It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed.American Idol , There you go . " " It's homework time now . Go and do your homework and then go to bed.American Idol , There you go . "," Dad , it's not fair . I am so disappointed with you ! " Do you still see the people we went to school with ? ," I did for a while , I suppose , until I left university , but after that not really . " " I did for a while , I suppose , until I left university , but after that not really . "," Yeah , I've lost touch with most people as well , but I still see Rose occasionally . " " Yeah , I've lost touch with most people as well , but I still see Rose occasionally . "," Oh yes , how's she getting on ? " " Oh yes , how's she getting on ? "," OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced . " " OK , I suppose , but she's had a rough time in the last few years , She got divorced . "," What , from Peter ? " " What , from Peter ? "," Oh , of course . " "Good morning , and welcome to Live Tech . It is my honor to make this presentation for you . Let me begin by explaining some of our digital cameras ' selling points . You will see immediately that they are very stylish , but what you can't see is the cutting-edge technology inside . All of our cameras are light , compact , and easy to use . ", Can I take a look at one of those ? Can I take a look at one of those ? ," Be my guest . Live Tech's digital cameras combine point-and-shoot simplicity with the ability to easily turn pictures into great-looking prints . Furthermore , it allows users to transfer pictures to a computer while the camera recharges . " " Be my guest . Live Tech's digital cameras combine point-and-shoot simplicity with the ability to easily turn pictures into great-looking prints . Furthermore , it allows users to transfer pictures to a computer while the camera recharges . ", Can I take a picture of you ? Seeing is believing . Can I take a picture of you ? Seeing is believing . ," Sure , Just push the button , like ... " " Sure , Just push the button , like ... ", I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! ' I think I can figure this out . Let's see if this works as advertised . Say ' cheese ! ' , I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today . I think you will find these are the best digital cameras on the market today . , I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves . What do you do in your spare times ? ," I have many hobbies . I like almost all kind of sports , and I also like to listen to classical musics . " " I have many hobbies . I like almost all kind of sports , and I also like to listen to classical musics . ", What sports do you like best ? What sports do you like best ? ," Football . It's a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football . " " Football . It's a very exciting game , because it keeps you alert , and I also enjoying the team spirit of football . ", Do you like reading books ? Do you like reading books ? ," Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories . " " Yes . I enjoying reading biographs , especially those of well-known statesmen , militarists and artists , I can learn a lot from their life histories . ", Who are you favourite authors ? Who are you favourite authors ? ," I like the novels of Inches very much , I have reading almost all of them in Chinese translation , I wish i can reading them in the original . " How do you put this seat back ? I know there is a lever somewhere . , What are you doing ? What are you doing ? ," I'm getting dressed , what does it look like ? " " I'm getting dressed , what does it look like ? ", It looks like you are about to get dressed . Did you forget we are in a car on the road ? It looks like you are about to get dressed . Did you forget we are in a car on the road ? , I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything . I'm good at this . Nobody will see anything . , Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking ! Are you kidding ? You're going to cause an accident just from people gawking ! ," All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room . " " All right , pull over at that service station and I'll dress in the ladies ' room . ", That will be my pleasure . "And how will you be paying for your room , Ms White ? ", By credit card . By credit card . , Both rooms on the same card ? Both rooms on the same card ? , Yes . Yes . , Your card number please ? Your card number please ? , 4434 1234 5678 9902 . 4434 1234 5678 9902 . ," Double one , zero two ? " " Double one , zero two ? "," No , double nine zero two . " " No , double nine zero two . ", 4434 1234 5678 9902 ? 4434 1234 5678 9902 ? , That's right . That's right . , And the expiry date ? And the expiry date ? ," Eleven , ... " " Eleven , ... ", Could you repeat that please ? Could you repeat that please ? , November this year . November this year . , Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September . Thank you . I've booked two rooms for Ms White and Mr Webber from Wednesday the 25th to Saturday the 28th of September . , Thank you . Thank you . ," You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White . " " You're welcome . We'll see you on the 25th , Ms White . ", Thanks a lot . Goodbye . Thanks a lot . Goodbye . , Goodbye . This Olympic park is so big ! ," Yes . Now we are in the Olympic stadium , the center of this park . " " Yes . Now we are in the Olympic stadium , the center of this park . ", Splendid ! When is it gonna be finished ? Splendid ! When is it gonna be finished ? , The whole stadium is to be finished this June . The whole stadium is to be finished this June . , How many seats are there in the stand ? How many seats are there in the stand ? ," Oh , there are 5000 seats in total . " " Oh , there are 5000 seats in total . ", I didn ’ t know it would be so big ! I didn ’ t know it would be so big ! ," It is ! Look there , those are the tracks . And the jumping pit is over there . " " It is ! Look there , those are the tracks . And the jumping pit is over there . "," Ah ... I see . Hey , look the sign here , No climbing . " " Ah ... I see . Hey , look the sign here , No climbing . ", We put many signs with English translations for foreign visitors . "Okay , I ’ ll take it . By the way , do you have delivery service ? ", You don ’ t need to carry the furniture home because we have delivery service . You don ’ t need to carry the furniture home because we have delivery service . , Do you charge for delivery ? Do you charge for delivery ? , Wo will deliver the goods to you for free . Wo will deliver the goods to you for free . , Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ? Very good . Could you deliver it to this address ? , Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number . Sure . Please write down your name and your phone number . , OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ? OK . Can you tell me the delivery time ? , No later than tomorrow . No later than tomorrow . , Thanks . How can we develop a new brand image with no direction whatsoever ? ," With the fifty forwards he sent out today , maybe we'll inadvertently get inspired . " " With the fifty forwards he sent out today , maybe we'll inadvertently get inspired . ", I guess this is a good excuse to surf the Net on someone else's dime . I guess this is a good excuse to surf the Net on someone else's dime . , Who'd have thought Bean would be this kind of e-mail fanatic ? Who'd have thought Bean would be this kind of e-mail fanatic ? , He must have just got online for the first time last week . He still thinks it's some kind of new toy . "Hello , back already ? That was quick ! "," Yes , luckily our office is just down the street . " " Yes , luckily our office is just down the street . "," Great . I shall also need a copy of your own ID and the Warrant Letter , you can fill in one here . " " Great . I shall also need a copy of your own ID and the Warrant Letter , you can fill in one here . "," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," Next time , you can get one from the counter over there . Or before you come in , you can download one from our website . It's really easy . " "Hi ! Good morning , Sarah ! "," Good morning , Dr Lee . " " Good morning , Dr Lee . ", I have not seen you for a long time . How are you ? I have not seen you for a long time . How are you ? , Not very well . Not very well . , What are your symptoms ? What are your symptoms ? ," I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain . " " I have nausea , and I am dizzy . Also I have a abdominal pain . ", Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ? Where is the pain ? Could you show me please ? , Here . Here . ," What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ? " " What kind of pain ? Sharp pain , dull pain or severe pain ? ", Sharp pain . Sharp pain . , Is the pain continuous ? Is the pain continuous ? ," No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes . " " No , It is not continuous . It comes and goes . ", Please lie down over there . Please lie down over there . , All right . All right . , Does it hurt when I push here ? Does it hurt when I push here ? , No . No . , What about here ? What about here ? , Not really . Not really . , How long have you been like this ? How long have you been like this ? , For about a month . For about a month . , How about your appetite ? How about your appetite ? , I am eating pretty good . I am eating pretty good . , How about your bowel movements ? How about your bowel movements ? , No constipation . Everything seems OK . I am so busy today . , Can I help you ? Can I help you ? , I ’ m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping . I ’ m not sure . Perhaps you could do the shopping . , I ’ ll be glad to help . I ’ ll be glad to help . , Or maybe make the beds . Or maybe make the beds . , All you have to do is ask for help . All you have to do is ask for help . , Thanks . That ’ s terrific ! Thanks . That ’ s terrific ! , I ’ m ready and willing to help . Oops ! , What happened ? What happened ? , I overcooked the corn . I overcooked the corn . , That's okay . I like it better that way anyway . Thanks . Sometimes talking with a friend is a great way to get over something . Do you mind if I vent a little bit ? ," Of course not . If you're feeling bad and want to let your emotions out , you can just say whatever you want to me . " " Of course not . If you're feeling bad and want to let your emotions out , you can just say whatever you want to me . "," Great , because I am really mad at William . I mean , what kind of an idiot wouldn't be able to appreciate a smart , beautiful woman like me ? Anybody who would be friends with that guy has to be really dumb . " " Great , because I am really mad at William . I mean , what kind of an idiot wouldn't be able to appreciate a smart , beautiful woman like me ? Anybody who would be friends with that guy has to be really dumb . "," Uh , A ... you know I'm friends with William . " " Uh , A ... you know I'm friends with William . "," Oh right ... present company excluded , of course ! " Would you mind if I use your tape-recorder ? , I don't mind . Go ahead . I don't mind . Go ahead . , I'll give it back to you in a couple of days . I'll give it back to you in a couple of days . , OK . You can keep it as long as you need . Are you free this Saturday evening ? ," Oh , it seems there is nothing that evening . " " Oh , it seems there is nothing that evening . ", Would you like to go to the concert with me ? Would you like to go to the concert with me ? ," I'd like to , where ? " " I'd like to , where ? ", At our club . At our club . , When ? When ? , At 7:30 p . m . At 7:30 p . m . ," I'll go in time , thank you . " " I'll go in time , thank you . ", I'm so pleased that you can go . I'm so glad that the Spring Festival is near at hand . , Me too . I like the festival best of all . Me too . I like the festival best of all . ," Think of the big face down the eve , hmm . " " Think of the big face down the eve , hmm . "," And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play . " " And special TV programs , fire crackers and the games to play . "," Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ? " " Hey , do you know any mystery belief serve the festival ? ", Such as ? Such as ? , You know why fire crackers are set off in festival . You know why fire crackers are set off in festival . , Why ? To welcome the new year of course ? Why ? To welcome the new year of course ? , And also to frighten away evil spirits . And also to frighten away evil spirits . , Really ? Really ? , And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year . And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year . ," Oh , that's why my parents never scold me that day . They always try to avoid tears and quarrels . " How do you think a manager should react to an employee ’ s unsatisfactory work ? ," If I were a manager , I would have a private talk with this employ to figure out the reasons . It is very important to have this one-to-one discussion in an unthreatening situation without any distraction . " " If I were a manager , I would have a private talk with this employ to figure out the reasons . It is very important to have this one-to-one discussion in an unthreatening situation without any distraction . "," Exactly , I overheard a manager scold his employee in the elevator this morning , they were from the company on the 12th floor , I guess . They were only three of us in the elevator , I felt very embarrassed to be in the middle of them . " " Exactly , I overheard a manager scold his employee in the elevator this morning , they were from the company on the 12th floor , I guess . They were only three of us in the elevator , I felt very embarrassed to be in the middle of them . "," Well , I guess the employee would feel more embarrassed and probably angry . Anyway , it is not wise at all to give a harsh time to your employee in front of others , especially strangers . " " Well , I guess the employee would feel more embarrassed and probably angry . Anyway , it is not wise at all to give a harsh time to your employee in front of others , especially strangers . "," Sure , no matter what happened , they should wait to discuss in their office and find the solution in a positive way . " "Honey , why are you so angry ? Can you tell me ? "," You don ’ t love me , Roy . " " You don ’ t love me , Roy . ", Why do you say such words ? I love you very much . Why do you say such words ? I love you very much . ," No , you used to be . But not now . You are in love with someone else . You are in love with my friend , Janet . You appreciate her very much . You think she is beautiful and fun to be with and you think I ’ m dumb and uninteresting . " " No , you used to be . But not now . You are in love with someone else . You are in love with my friend , Janet . You appreciate her very much . You think she is beautiful and fun to be with and you think I ’ m dumb and uninteresting . "," Susan , just one last week I went out to have a lunch with her . There is nothing for you to be jealous about . I like your company much better than Janet ’ s . " " Susan , just one last week I went out to have a lunch with her . There is nothing for you to be jealous about . I like your company much better than Janet ’ s . ", I envy her and also I hate her at the same time . I envy her and also I hate her at the same time . ," Honey , you should know that I love you so deeply . " " Honey , you should know that I love you so deeply . "," Oh , shut up , Roy . " " Oh , shut up , Roy . "," But honey , I think you ’ re terrific . There is nothing ... " " But honey , I think you ’ re terrific . There is nothing ... "," Oh , SHUT UP ! " We are going to have a picnic tomorrow at the picnic center . , That's great . That's great . , Now let's get things ready . Now let's get things ready . , Don't worry . There are all kinds of things in the center . Don't worry . There are all kinds of things in the center . , That's much more convenient . We don't even have to bring the flavorings . "Who's calling , please ? ", This is John . This is John . ," What is it , John ? " " What is it , John ? ", I wonder if I can use your bike . Good morning . Thank you for the interview . ," No problem . Now , do you prefer working with others or flying solo ? " " No problem . Now , do you prefer working with others or flying solo ? "," Actually , I enjoy both . " " Actually , I enjoy both . "," So , what is most important to you in a job ? Do you need job security or professional growth and a chance to advance ? " " So , what is most important to you in a job ? Do you need job security or professional growth and a chance to advance ? ", I need job security . I need job security . , Would you be able to relocate ? Would you be able to relocate ? , I am open to relocating . I am open to relocating . , What are your annual salary requirements ? What are your annual salary requirements ? ," I need at least 75,000 per year . " " I need at least 75,000 per year . ", I ’ ll keep that in mind . Thank you for coming in today . We ’ ll be in touch . Excuse me . I've been waiting for my main dish for quite a time . ," Yes , sir.Just a minute , please , I'll check with the kitchen . " " Yes , sir.Just a minute , please , I'll check with the kitchen . "," Thank you for waiting.It takes another ten to fifteen minutes , I'm afraid . " " Thank you for waiting.It takes another ten to fifteen minutes , I'm afraid . ", We have an appointment in half an hour . We have an appointment in half an hour . , I see . I see . , Do you have anything else I can have instead ? Do you have anything else I can have instead ? ," Well , yes.How about beef stew ? We can serve you at once . " " Well , yes.How about beef stew ? We can serve you at once . "," I'll take beef stew , then . " "If I remember correctly , time of delivery is another point on wich we differ . ", That's right . Let's go into the details . That's right . Let's go into the details . , Ok . I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep . We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales . Ok . I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep . We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales . ," Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year , right ? " " Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year , right ? ", But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 . But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec . 25 . , Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment . Well . I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment . Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment . , I hope you'll try to get them to step up production . I hope you'll try to get them to step up production . ," As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production . " " As new orders keep pouring in , the workers are working three shifts to step up production . "," If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said . " " If that's the case , there is nothing more to be said . ", I am sorry . I am sorry . , What's your last word as to the date then ? What's your last word as to the date then ? , I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise . I said by the middle of Oct . This is the best we can promise . , All right . I'll take you at your word . All right . I'll take you at your word . ," Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep . " " Good . Let's call it a deal . We will do our best to advance the shipment , but your L / C should be opened early Sep . ", I promise . I wish you wouldn't play the TV so loud . , Sorry . Were you trying to sleep ? Sorry . Were you trying to sleep ? ," Yes , please ask when you want to borrow my records next time . " " Yes , please ask when you want to borrow my records next time . ", I'm sorry . You're right . I should have asked . Did you get your bus pass ? , I haven't gone to get it yet . I haven't gone to get it yet . , Why haven't you got it ? Why haven't you got it ? , I don't know where to go to get one . I don't know where to go to get one . , I know where to get them from . I know where to get them from . , Where do I get it ? Where do I get it ? , They sell them at the business office on campus . They sell them at the business office on campus . , I had no idea . I had no idea . , I'm sure you didn't . I'm sure you didn't . , Thank you . Thank you . , Don't mention it . Don't mention it . , I'll buy it later on today . "Good morning , ladies and gentlemen , we are happy you have all come out for our training workshop . Today we have a great line-up of speakers to talk to you . First on our program is a well-renown expert in the field of international economic development , Harvard's own Dr . James Smith . Dr . Smith has been involved in economic research for over twenty years , and has taught at Harvard since 1995 . And now , without further adieu , we'd like to welcome Mr . James Smith . "," Thank you , Mr . Jackson , ladies and gentlemen , colleagues , friends . The subject of my talk is international relations in a morgen world . I plan to say a few words about the current situation in the Middle East and how it affects world economy . I'd like to give you an overview of the way that the economies of seemingly unrelated countries are intertwined . I've divided my talk into three parts , first an overview of international relations , second a discussion of current political situations , and lastly trends for the future . My presentation will take about two hours , but there will be a twenty-minute break in the middle . We'll stop for lunch at 12 . " "Hello , Jane ! "," Hi , Tom . How have you been ? " " Hi , Tom . How have you been ? "," Pretty good . Actually , I'm quite busy with work . By the way , say ' hello ' to your husband . " What do you need ? , I need to use the Internet . I need to use the Internet . ," You have your library card , right ? " " You have your library card , right ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", There is a wait right now to use the computers . There is a wait right now to use the computers . , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , Would you please write your name on this list ? Would you please write your name on this list ? , Then what ? Then what ? , I will call you when a computer is free . I will call you when a computer is free . , How do I log on to the computer ? How do I log on to the computer ? , Use the number on the back of your library card . Use the number on the back of your library card . , Thanks . I ’ ll be sitting over there . "The boat is ready to leave.Everyone come onto the ship , please . "," Excuse me , where is my cabin ? " " Excuse me , where is my cabin ? ", Can I see your ticket ? Can I see your ticket ? , Of course . Here you are . Of course . Here you are . ," Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ’ s near amid ship . " " Your seat is in cabin No . 5 , the upper deck . It ’ s near amid ship . ", Can you direct the place for me ? Can you direct the place for me ? , There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there . There ! ( Point out the direction . ) You can see a window there . , I see . Thank you . I see . Thank you . , You are welcome . Have a good trip ! You know ... I did very poorly on that test . , Cheer up ! It's not the only chance in life to do well on a test . There'll be many more . Cheer up ! It's not the only chance in life to do well on a test . There'll be many more . ," Well , you know how I am about exams . I'm a perfectionist . " " Well , you know how I am about exams . I'm a perfectionist . "," Don't worry about it . All in all , you've done very well in school . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , I want a shirt . I want a shirt . , What about this one ? It sells like hot cakes . What about this one ? It sells like hot cakes . ," Well , do you have the same in black ? " " Well , do you have the same in black ? "," Yes , I will get you one . " I can't bear you anymore . I am sick of your drinking . I am divorcing you . ," Don't do that to me , honey . Give me a chance , please . I make a solemn promise never to drink alcohol again . " " Don't do that to me , honey . Give me a chance , please . I make a solemn promise never to drink alcohol again . ", How many chances should I give you ? I've given up on you ! How many chances should I give you ? I've given up on you ! ," Have a heart , honey . You know I am trying hard to quit drinking , don't you ? Just give me one more chance , please ! " "hello , Deva , how are you ? ", can't complain . What about you ? can't complain . What about you ? , not bad . Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband ? not bad . Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband ? , I've heard . She looks quite depressed . I've heard . She looks quite depressed . , Yes . They used to be joined at the hip . Yes . They used to be joined at the hip . , I heard they were just married for 5 months . I heard they were just married for 5 months . ," yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things . " " yes , she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things . ", yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden . yeah . Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden . ," you said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage . " " you said it . You know , they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage . ", maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married . maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married . , yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners . yeah . We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners . , definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce . definitely . That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce . , we've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners . we've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners . , that's true.Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon . Excuse me . Could you tell me the way to the Star Hotel ? , Yes . Go down the main road . You can't miss it . Yes . Go down the main road . You can't miss it . , How long will it take me to get there ? How long will it take me to get there ? , It's only about a five-minute walk . It's only about a five-minute walk . , Thank you very much . Reciting texts really bores me to death . , Do you have to remember every text ? Do you have to remember every text ? ," Yes , the teacher says recitation is real good . " Terrible . How about people's lives ? ," Fortunately , there is no person died . " " Fortunately , there is no person died . ", That's great . It seems that Typhoon is not as bad as earthquake . That's great . It seems that Typhoon is not as bad as earthquake . , Yeah . Earthquake is one of the most badly natural disasters in the world . Yeah . Earthquake is one of the most badly natural disasters in the world . , That's why many people died in the earthquake . That's why many people died in the earthquake . ," Well , China is located on the Eurasia plate , where earthquakes happen frequently due to the earth's plates knocking against each other . " " Well , China is located on the Eurasia plate , where earthquakes happen frequently due to the earth's plates knocking against each other . "," Oh , China does have been plagued by numerous destructive earthquakes during its long history . " " Oh , China does have been plagued by numerous destructive earthquakes during its long history . "," Yeah , we've experienced the 8.0 magnitude earthquake in Wenchman . " " Yeah , we've experienced the 8.0 magnitude earthquake in Wenchman . ", We're all familiar with natural disasters . but we still feel weak when we face Wenchman earthquake . We're all familiar with natural disasters . but we still feel weak when we face Wenchman earthquake . ," Right . But people at that time only know two words , "" save "" and "" assistance "" , they will never don't lift a finger . Life is the most important compared with anything else . " " Right . But people at that time only know two words , "" save "" and "" assistance "" , they will never don't lift a finger . Life is the most important compared with anything else . ", That's the point . Love among human beings is not limited by geography . "What are your career goals , Miss Li ? "," Let me see , I would like to work my way up to a senior management position with a company such as yours . " " Let me see , I would like to work my way up to a senior management position with a company such as yours . "," Great ! It sounds like you might be a good fit . As you know , we ’ re one of the largest brokerage houses in the world . Our daily work is quite hectic , and we , re looking for an assistant who can keep us organized ... help keep the engines running smoothly , so to speak . Our hours are long , but the overtime pay is good ... sort of makes up for the long hours . " " Great ! It sounds like you might be a good fit . As you know , we ’ re one of the largest brokerage houses in the world . Our daily work is quite hectic , and we , re looking for an assistant who can keep us organized ... help keep the engines running smoothly , so to speak . Our hours are long , but the overtime pay is good ... sort of makes up for the long hours . ", What would a typical day be like for me here ? What would a typical day be like for me here ? ," Well , that ’ s the problem . We never seem to have ' typical ' days , but you'd spend about 30 % of your time on the computer . There would also be a lot of telephone time , setting up appointment , and taking care of a lot of support work . " " Well , that ’ s the problem . We never seem to have ' typical ' days , but you'd spend about 30 % of your time on the computer . There would also be a lot of telephone time , setting up appointment , and taking care of a lot of support work . "," Oh , yes , I do . My present job is similar in that respect , and I think I ’ m doing a good job . " Kathy ! How are you ? It's been ages ! What are you doing these days ? , I just opened my own restaurant . I'm also head chef . I just opened my own restaurant . I'm also head chef . , You're kidding ! You've always hated cooking ! You're kidding ! You've always hated cooking ! ," Well , I used to hate cooking , but now I love it . " " Well , I used to hate cooking , but now I love it . ", When did you change your mind ? When did you change your mind ? ," After I tried French food . Before that , I used to cook really boring things for my family . " " After I tried French food . Before that , I used to cook really boring things for my family . "," I still can't believe it ! So , did you go to cooking school or something ? " " I still can't believe it ! So , did you go to cooking school or something ? ", Yeah . I went to California to study . Yeah . I went to California to study . , Really ? How long did you stay there ? Really ? How long did you stay there ? , I was there between 88 and 90 . I was there between 88 and 90 . , And what did you do after that ? And what did you do after that ? , Then I came back here . I worked for about three years to get some experience . "How do you do , Prof.Smith . "," How do you do , Ms . Yang.You speak very good English . " " How do you do , Ms . Yang.You speak very good English . ", Thank you . I begin to like English even when I was a child . Thank you . I begin to like English even when I was a child . , Where did you learn it ? Where did you learn it ? ," At school , in China.This is my first time to be out of my own country . " " At school , in China.This is my first time to be out of my own country . ", It's amazing . have you read the feature article about Oprah Winfrey in this magazine ? ," no , what's it about ? " " no , what's it about ? "," apparently , she's being given an award for donating so much money to charity . " " apparently , she's being given an award for donating so much money to charity . ", she's very generous with her money . I think that's because she was poor when she was young . she's very generous with her money . I think that's because she was poor when she was young . , I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world . I heard that she's one of the wealthiest women in the world . ," I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base . " " I'd believe it . She owns magazines , television shows and she has a huge fan base . ", you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa . you know ; I heard that she was opening a school for underprivileged girls in Africa . , did they mention that in the article ? did they mention that in the article ? ," yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary . " " yes , she's not only building the school , but is also using her own money for the upkeep of the school and to pay the teachers a fair salary . ", that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has . that's really commendable . I think more celebrities should use their money to help people like Oprah has . ," I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels . " " I agree . So many celebrities waste their money on sports cars , expensive clothing , and luxurious hotels . "," it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room ! " " it's amazing how much money they can spend . I heard Britney Spears once spent $ 24,000 a night on a hotel room ! ", what a waste . It's good to see some stars that are more concerned with charity than status symbols . Can I borrow your Cds for our school dance ? ," Oh , you don't ask much , do you ? " " Oh , you don't ask much , do you ? ", I promise I will personally guard every single one and they will come back in perfect condition . I promise I will personally guard every single one and they will come back in perfect condition . , I'll tell you what . Your class can rent them from me for the night and buy back any damaged ones . I'll tell you what . Your class can rent them from me for the night and buy back any damaged ones . , That sounds fair . That's still cheaper than paying a band to come play for us . That sounds fair . That's still cheaper than paying a band to come play for us . , Not as fun though . A live band is way more exciting ! Not as fun though . A live band is way more exciting ! , Our class doesn't have enough money . We already checked into it . Our class doesn't have enough money . We already checked into it . , Let me know with your next dance . I know a band that may give you a break for the publicity . I just meant that she's got different taste . , What kind of girl is she ? What kind of girl is she ? , She's pretty conservative . She's pretty conservative . , Is her fiance Taiwanese ? Is her fiance Taiwanese ? , Yes . Yes . , How old is he ? How old is he ? , About 30 . He's really outgoing . But why do you ask ? Do you mind if I ask your friend out ? ," Of course , but we aren't going out , we're just friends . " " Of course , but we aren't going out , we're just friends . "," Okay , that's good . " " Okay , that's good . ", Do you want me to put in a good word for you ? What's your favorite TV Program ? , I like variety shows . I like variety shows . ," I also like variety shows , but sometimes the host lacks a sense of humor . " " I also like variety shows , but sometimes the host lacks a sense of humor . ", I prefer a variety show without a host . What is the highest goal of your company ? , The supreme goal of ours is to be in the leadership in marketing . The supreme goal of ours is to be in the leadership in marketing . ," Well , it is a really high target . " " Well , it is a really high target . ", Yes . We can make great efforts to make it become true as long as we have a clear goal . I am looking for a pan . , No problem . What size would you like ? No problem . What size would you like ? , A big one would be nice . A big one would be nice . , How about this one ? It's our biggest — 16 ” in diameter . How about this one ? It's our biggest — 16 ” in diameter . ," Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy . " " Oh , yes . I like that one . But it's too heavy . "," Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum . " " Okay , try this one . It's made of aluminum . "," Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle . " " Oh , yes , this is much better . But it has an aluminum handle . "," Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle . " " Here you go . Same pan , but with a state-of-the-art , heat-resistant plastic handle . "," Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it . " " Yes , that's perfect . I'll take it . ", Great . Will that be cash or charge ? Great . Will that be cash or charge ? ," Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ? " " Oh , wait a minute . What about a lid for the pan ? ", I'm sorry . I forgot to show you the lid . It comes with the pan . Shut up ... Billy ... BILLY ! , What ! What ! , Wow ! What's that ? Wow ! What's that ? , It's my new radio earphone . It's my new radio earphone . , It's so small that I didn't notice it . It's so small that I didn't notice it . , What were you screaming at me for ? Who is your favorite music composer ? ," I don't have one single favorite , but these days I listen to a lot of Chopin . " " I don't have one single favorite , but these days I listen to a lot of Chopin . ", Then you must despise such modern music as rock ? Then you must despise such modern music as rock ? ," Without doubt , rock is trash . " how do you usually get to school ? , I usually ride my bike . Which form of transport do you prefer to use ? I usually ride my bike . Which form of transport do you prefer to use ? ," I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle , but when I feel lazy , I drive my car . " " I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle , but when I feel lazy , I drive my car . ", I think we should discourage people from using their private cars . They produce too much pollution ! I think we should discourage people from using their private cars . They produce too much pollution ! ," I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient . " " I agree , but I would find it difficult to stop using my car . It's just so convenient . "," cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment . " " cars might be convenient , but they're so bad for the environment . ", do you have a car ? do you have a car ? ," no . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it . " " no . I used to have one though . Once I started using my bicycle to get around , I found that I didn't really need it . "," maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it . " " maybe if I sold my car now , I wouldn't be so tempted to use it . ", you could try . It would save you a lot of money . you could try . It would save you a lot of money . ," that's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs . " " that's true . Every month , I spend hundreds of dollars on gas , insurance , and repairs . "," if you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too ! " " if you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving , you will get lots of exercise , too ! ", I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere ! I could stand to lose a few pounds . Having a car has made me lazy . I never end up walking anywhere ! , let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price . let's go to a car dealership . I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price . , sounds good ! Let's go ! It's the Cygnet Trust . , Could you spell that please ? Could you spell that please ? ," Of course . C , Y , G , N , E , T . " " Of course . C , Y , G , N , E , T . "," Cygnet . OK , I've got that . " Have the owners answered back with a counter-offer for my offer to purchase the house ? ," In response to your offer , the sellers have decided to counter-offer three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . " " In response to your offer , the sellers have decided to counter-offer three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . "," That sounds pretty good to me , but I am not sure what to do . " " That sounds pretty good to me , but I am not sure what to do . ", You can accept this offer or decline it and come up with another offer . You can accept this offer or decline it and come up with another offer . ," If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ? " " If I make another offer and they refuse , then what ? "," Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do . " " Personally , I would consider making one more offer , but it is up to you to decide what to do . ", Let ’ s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer . Let ’ s try going with three hundred and thirty thousand dollars for a counter-offer . , I will contact the sellers with your current offer . I will contact the sellers with your current offer . , Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ? Do you think that this will move along fairly quickly ? , Usually the response to the second offer moves along a bit more quickly than the first one . Beijing Hotel . May I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to book a double room with bath . Yes . I'd like to book a double room with bath . ," For what time , sir ? " " For what time , sir ? ", I plan to arrive on August fifth and leave on August eighth . I plan to arrive on August fifth and leave on August eighth . ," From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ? " " From August fifth to eighth . Just a moment . Yes , we have a vacancy for that period . What's your name , please ? ", Li Gang . Li Gang . ," That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth . " " That's OK , Mr . Li , a double room with bath from the fifth of August to the eighth . ", That's right . That's right . ," By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash . " " By the way , how do you like to pay for it ? This hotel prefers cash . ", I see . When can I receive your confirmation ? I see . When can I receive your confirmation ? , Not until you have paid 10 percent margin . Not until you have paid 10 percent margin . , I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address . I'll log in to the Internet to know about you . I know your address . , Thank you . Bye . Our usual supplier has let us down and I ’ Ve been looking through your parts catalogue . I need fifty GT670s . How soon can you deliver ? , Just a moment and I'll check . We ’ re expecting a delivery on Friday . We've only got ten in stock at the moment . I can deliver those by first thing tomorrow morning . There'll be an extra charge for special delivery . I'll have to send them by courier . What ’ s your new job like ? ," Oh , it ’ s fine . I ’ Ve got a very nice secretary and a large pleasant office . " " Oh , it ’ s fine . I ’ Ve got a very nice secretary and a large pleasant office . ", Um . Um . , And a company car . And a company car . , Very nice . Very nice . ," Yes , it is . But I ’ Ve got a lot of work too . " " Yes , it is . But I ’ Ve got a lot of work too . "," Well , that ’ s life , isn ’ t it ? " "Excuse me , can you tell me how I can get to the snowboarding area ? ", Take bus 12 and get off at the terminal station . Take bus 12 and get off at the terminal station . , Thanks a lot . "Have you heard anything about Markweed Inc . ? They have called me back for interview , and I'm considering taking a job with them . "," Well , to start with , Markweed Inc . has a reputation for being one of the best employers in the field . " " Well , to start with , Markweed Inc . has a reputation for being one of the best employers in the field . "," The best ... huh ? With so many companies out there , how did they establish themselves in such a solid position on top ? " " The best ... huh ? With so many companies out there , how did they establish themselves in such a solid position on top ? "," First of all , they have an excellent benefits package for all employees , even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage . " " First of all , they have an excellent benefits package for all employees , even the maintenance staff have health and dental coverage . ", Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ? Really ? What about the pay rate ? Are the wages pretty high ? ," From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives . " " From what I hear , they are very reasonable . A lot of the prestige the company has built is because they have attacked some high profile employees with their incentives . "," Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money . " " Well , what about the work environment ? Not every one is motivated solely by money . "," It's a great place to work . They give you fair pay and benefits , and a lot of room to grow . I think if they off you a job , you should definitely take it . " "Hello , Mr . Jones . "," Hello , Miss Wu . " " Hello , Miss Wu . ", Long time no see . How is everything at home ? Long time no see . How is everything at home ? ," Pretty good , thank you . And you ? " " Pretty good , thank you . And you ? "," OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ? " " OK , thanks . Anything I can do for you ? ", I need to remit £ 500 to London . I need to remit £ 500 to London . ," Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ? " " Yes , sir . Would you like to remit it by M / T or by T / T ? "," T / T , please . " " T / T , please . "," Very well , Mr . Jones . " Have you heard about John ’ s obscene words towards the manager ? ," Yes , but he should bush it off as if it were not a big deal to him . " How about we go to the flea market today ? , Great . I have long been looking forward to there . Great . I have long been looking forward to there . ," Me , too . There are so many cheap but nice things . " " Me , too . There are so many cheap but nice things . ", I can't help shopping there . May I speak to Mr . Thomas ? ," Unfortunately , he has left for the day . " " Unfortunately , he has left for the day . ", I hate to trouble of you . But it is urgent . Please leave this message into him I hate to trouble of you . But it is urgent . Please leave this message into him , I ’ ll make sure he gets the message . "Excuse me , sir , may I talk to you ? "," Bill ! Sure , come on in . What can I do for you ? " " Bill ! Sure , come on in . What can I do for you ? "," Well sir , as you know , I have been an employee of this prestigious firm for over ten years . " " Well sir , as you know , I have been an employee of this prestigious firm for over ten years . ", Yes . Yes . ," I won ’ t beat around the bush . Sir , I would like a raise . I currently have three companies after me and so I decided to talk to you first . " " I won ’ t beat around the bush . Sir , I would like a raise . I currently have three companies after me and so I decided to talk to you first . "," A raise ? Son , I would love to give you a raise , but this is just not the right time . " " A raise ? Son , I would love to give you a raise , but this is just not the right time . "," I understand your position , and I know that the current economic downturn has had a negative impact on sales , but you must also take into consideration my hard work , pro-activeness and loyalty to this company for over a decade . " " I understand your position , and I know that the current economic downturn has had a negative impact on sales , but you must also take into consideration my hard work , pro-activeness and loyalty to this company for over a decade . "," Taking into account these factors , and considering I don ’ t want to start a brain drain , I ’ m willing to offer you a ten percent raise and an extra five days of vacation time . How does that sound ? " " Taking into account these factors , and considering I don ’ t want to start a brain drain , I ’ m willing to offer you a ten percent raise and an extra five days of vacation time . How does that sound ? "," Great ! It ’ s a deal ! Thank you , sir ! " " Great ! It ’ s a deal ! Thank you , sir ! "," Before you go , just out of curiosity , what companies were after you ? " " Before you go , just out of curiosity , what companies were after you ? "," Oh , the electric company , gas company and water company ! " "We quarreled yesterday , and he picked up and left . ", Terrible ! Does he want to divorce ? Terrible ! Does he want to divorce ? , I am not sure . I am not sure . , Don ’ t lose your reason . Go to find him and talk with him . Guess who I saw just now ? , Who ? Who ? ," John Smith , the escaped criminal . " " John Smith , the escaped criminal . "," That bad egg , who took the low road since he was a boy . " " That bad egg , who took the low road since he was a boy . ", I think I must report to the cops . I think I must report to the cops . , Ok . "A : Look at this survey conducted by a website . A quarter of the employees will spend an average of 10 minutes everyday online doing personal things . Hi , Francis , what about you ? "," Well , I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother . Anyway , I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave . " " Well , I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother . Anyway , I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave . "," Though our company doesn ’ t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ’ t think the boss will like us to do that . " " Though our company doesn ’ t have a return policy , limiting the personal use of internet , I don ’ t think the boss will like us to do that . "," Certainly , work always comes first . " " Certainly , work always comes first . ", But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ’ t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days . But it is lucky for us . The company computers don ’ t have software keeping tracks of websites we visit . I have shopped too often online these days . ," Well , keep a low profile . " What kind of sport do you often do ? ," I go jogging , how about you ? " " I go jogging , how about you ? "," I used to swim a lot , but now I'm taking gym classes . " " I used to swim a lot , but now I'm taking gym classes . "," Oh , that's fantastic ! " "Hello , I'd like to see Mr . Baker for some business . ", What time would you like to see him ? What time would you like to see him ? , Would 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning be alright ? Would 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning be alright ? ," Just a moment , please . I'll check for you . " Hey Lisa ... want to grab lunch with me ? ," Sure , Emily . We haven't done that in a while . " " Sure , Emily . We haven't done that in a while . "," Yeah ... actually , we haven't hung out at all recently . You seem sort of under the weather . Is there something going on ? " " Yeah ... actually , we haven't hung out at all recently . You seem sort of under the weather . Is there something going on ? "," Well , keep this under your hat , but I think I'm going to quit after New Year . " " Well , keep this under your hat , but I think I'm going to quit after New Year . ", Quit this company ? Oh ... wow . Quit this company ? Oh ... wow . ," I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ... " " I know I should be pretty happy here , but I'm not finding the kind of job satisfaction I need . I'm a good graphic designer ... ", One of the best in the company . One of the best in the company . , That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all . That's kind of you to say . But ... the stuff we do here hasn't really challenged me very much at all . ," Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ? " " Oh , I get it . Simply put , you're bored , huh ? "," That's one way of putting it . For me , a job needs to stimulate my brain , otherwise it becomes a daily drudgery . " Can you tell me something about financial aid ? , What exactly ? What exactly ? , How to apply for it ? How to apply for it ? ," In your first letter , that is , when you apply for admission , you should also tell them you need their financial aid . " " In your first letter , that is , when you apply for admission , you should also tell them you need their financial aid . ", Then ... Then ... ," If the aid is available , they will give you two or more application forms , One is for admission , the others are for the aid . " " If the aid is available , they will give you two or more application forms , One is for admission , the others are for the aid . ", What if not ? What if not ? , They will tell you the aid is impossible . "Jim , I heard you took a trip to San Diego . Is that right ? "," Yeah , I just got back this morning . " " Yeah , I just got back this morning . ", That sounds really nice . What did you do there ? That sounds really nice . What did you do there ? ," Well , we were only there for three days , so we didn't do too much . We went shopping and went out to dinner a few times . And at night we walked around the city with some friends . " " Well , we were only there for three days , so we didn't do too much . We went shopping and went out to dinner a few times . And at night we walked around the city with some friends . ", Did you take any pictures ? Did you take any pictures ? ," Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ? " " Yes , I have them with me . Do you want to look at them ? "," Sure , I love looking at photos . " " Sure , I love looking at photos . "," This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife . " " This one is of my wife and me on the beach , and this one is our daughter Emily standing next to my wife . ", Your daughter looks like her mother . Your daughter looks like her mother . ," I know , they look very similar . " " I know , they look very similar . ", Where was this picture taken ? Where was this picture taken ? , That was taken at the train station before we left . That was taken at the train station before we left . , Did you have time to go to the zoo ? Did you have time to go to the zoo ? ," No , not this time . We went there last time . " " No , not this time . We went there last time . ", It looks like you all had a nice time . It looks like you all had a nice time . ," Yeah , it was a lot of fun . " Are you a happy married man ? ," Yes , I am . My wife and I understand each other . " " Yes , I am . My wife and I understand each other . ", You are a lucky man . How about Mr . Smith . You are a lucky man . How about Mr . Smith . , I don't know . But they say that Mrs . Smith wears the pants in the house . I don't know . But they say that Mrs . Smith wears the pants in the house . , You mean she bosses her husband around ? You mean she bosses her husband around ? ," That's right . She is pretty , but she wants to control everything in his life . " When can you start the job ? , I'll go and quit my job in the ABC Company . I'll go and quit my job in the ABC Company . , Can you start on Monday ? Can you start on Monday ? ," I'm afraid not , but can you make it Thursday afternoon ? " " I'm afraid not , but can you make it Thursday afternoon ? "," That's all right . When you come , ask for Smith , OK ? " " That's all right . When you come , ask for Smith , OK ? ", Yes . See you then . I'm now on the Songshan airport getting ready for departure . I realized that I might have left my watch . ," Yes , Ma'am . May I have your name and room number ? " " Yes , Ma'am . May I have your name and room number ? ", My name is Terry . I stayed last night in your hotel in room 132 . My name is Terry . I stayed last night in your hotel in room 132 . , What kind of watch is it ? What kind of watch is it ? , It's a brand-new Seiko wrist watch . It's a brand-new Seiko wrist watch . ," Yes , we have it . " " Yes , we have it . "," Oh , I'm glad to hear that . Would you kindly send it to the Hilton Hotel ? " "I ’ m sorry , dad . But you can ’ t do that . It ’ s for me to decide . "," Oh , I see . You ’ Ve already decided , have you ? Now , you listen to me , you ’ re only 19 . " " Oh , I see . You ’ Ve already decided , have you ? Now , you listen to me , you ’ re only 19 . "," I didn ’ t say I ’ d already decided , dad . I said it was for me to decide . There is a difference . " " I didn ’ t say I ’ d already decided , dad . I said it was for me to decide . There is a difference . "," Oh . So you think you can just do whatever you want , do you ? " " Oh . So you think you can just do whatever you want , do you ? "," I didn ’ t say that either . I was hoping we could discuss the matter together . I want your advice but I don ’ t want you to tell me what to do . I ’ Ve got to make decisions for myself , dad . " I am fed up with Jack . He is so weak in dealing with other people and always eats dirt . ," So he is . But , why not try to help him to become stronger ? " " So he is . But , why not try to help him to become stronger ? ", How do you know that I didn ’ t try ? I just couldn ’ t manage it . "Look , that bamboo groves are flourishing . Let's go and play there . "," Wait ! Look at that board , what's on it ? " " Wait ! Look at that board , what's on it ? ", ' Please don't enter the bamboo groves . ' We're not allowed to go in . ' Please don't enter the bamboo groves . ' We're not allowed to go in . , Then we'd better not go . Then we'd better not go . , OK . "John , did you have a dream when you was a little boy ? "," Of course I did . I dreamed to be a pilot when I grow up . But unfortunately , I didn ’ t realize it . " " Of course I did . I dreamed to be a pilot when I grow up . But unfortunately , I didn ’ t realize it . "," I had the same experience with you . When I was a little boy I dreamed to be a great scientist . But now you see , I'm just a common office clerk . " " I had the same experience with you . When I was a little boy I dreamed to be a great scientist . But now you see , I'm just a common office clerk . "," Okay , forget about that . S , do you have some practical dreams at present ? " " Okay , forget about that . S , do you have some practical dreams at present ? "," I do . And now I'm working hard to learn English , and I want to be an interpreter some day . " " I do . And now I'm working hard to learn English , and I want to be an interpreter some day . ", You're promising . Just follow your dream and never give up . You're promising . Just follow your dream and never give up . ," Thanks , I will . " Can I have this roll of film developed here ? , Sure . Let's see it . Sure . Let's see it . , Here you are . Here you are . , What size of prints would you like to have ? What size of prints would you like to have ? , Regular will be fine . How long will it take ? Regular will be fine . How long will it take ? , Only four hours . Only four hours . , Good . I'll come back in the evening . Excuse me may I know the name of your corporation ? , China National Textiles Import and Export Corporation China National Textiles Import and Export Corporation , We found your samples very attractive.We ' re interested in buying your garments if your prices are reasonable We found your samples very attractive.We ' re interested in buying your garments if your prices are reasonable , Our products are of good quality.Since the prices of textiles have gone up in the world market we've had to increase them on some items by about ten percent.If you place a large order it is possible for us to cut down the prices by five percent Our products are of good quality.Since the prices of textiles have gone up in the world market we've had to increase them on some items by about ten percent.If you place a large order it is possible for us to cut down the prices by five percent , Can I have a reduction of seven percent ? Can I have a reduction of seven percent ? , It depends on how much you order It depends on how much you order , Can I use the FAS terms ? Can I use the FAS terms ? , I'd rather use the CIF terms.You ' re welcome to come to talk about it in detail with your general manager and sign a contract . "Professor , I've handed in my paper . Did you read it ? ", Yes . You've done a good job . But there's one thing . You should narrow down your topic . Yes . You've done a good job . But there's one thing . You should narrow down your topic . , What about water pollution instead of pollution ? "Hey , guys ! ", Hi ! Nicole ! Hi ! Nicole ! , How's business ? How's business ? , Great . We can't keep up with the demand . Great . We can't keep up with the demand . , Wow ! I'm impressed ! Wow ! I'm impressed ! , How about you ? How about you ? , I quit my job as a food critic . I quit my job as a food critic . , Then let me take you out to dinner to celebrate . You have been staying at home for several days . Would you like to hang out with me ? , No problem . Wait a moment . "When you were in school , what were your favorite subjects ? "," I enjoyed everything , as long as I was learning . " " I enjoyed everything , as long as I was learning . "," Still , you must have had some subjects you enjoyed more than others . " " Still , you must have had some subjects you enjoyed more than others . "," Yes , I did like Spanish and Music . But I don't remember much Spanish . " " Yes , I did like Spanish and Music . But I don't remember much Spanish . ", That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual . That's too bad . We could really use someone who is bilingual . ," If you hire me , I'll start studying Spanish again . " Good afternoon . Can I be of service ? , I don't know . Can I purchase Treasury Certificates here at this counter ? I don't know . Can I purchase Treasury Certificates here at this counter ? ," Yes , of course . We have Treasury Notes with two , three and five-year terms available . " " Yes , of course . We have Treasury Notes with two , three and five-year terms available . "," Two years is fine , with a value of 1,000 RIB . " " Two years is fine , with a value of 1,000 RIB . "," OK , could I take a look at some ID please , like a passport ? " " OK , could I take a look at some ID please , like a passport ? "," Here you go . By the way , is it possible to cash them before the maturity comes up ? " " Here you go . By the way , is it possible to cash them before the maturity comes up ? "," No , I'm afraid that isn't possible . You must wait until maturity before you cash them . " What kind of job do you think I should get ? , It all depends on what you want to accomplish in your life . You didn't ring me last night . You said you would . , I'm sorry to have made you disappointed . I'm sorry to have made you disappointed . , That's all right . But why were you so rude to me at lunch . That's all right . But why were you so rude to me at lunch . ," Was I ? Sorry , I didn't mean to be . I do apologize . " " Was I ? Sorry , I didn't mean to be . I do apologize . ", And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ? And why are you yarning now ? Are you bored ? , Forgive me darling . I'm very tired . I want to make a phone call . Can you show me how ? ," Of course , pick up the receiver , hit a button and listen for a tone . Are you hearing it ? " " Of course , pick up the receiver , hit a button and listen for a tone . Are you hearing it ? "," Yes , now what do I do ? " " Yes , now what do I do ? "," Well , after you dial 9 on the keypad , you should hear the tone change . " " Well , after you dial 9 on the keypad , you should hear the tone change . "," No , nothing changed . " " No , nothing changed . ", When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ? When you dial 9 and hear the tone change it means you have an outside line . Who are you trying to call ? , I am trying to call my boss . I am trying to call my boss . , For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ? For an outside call you now just dial the number . For a company number you need to know the extension . Do you have a list of extensions ? , I know a few extensions but I don't know them all . I know a few extensions but I don't know them all . , You can always look an extension up on the company website . "Happy Birthday , Mary ! ", Thank you . Thank you . , Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it . Here is a gift for you . I hope you like it . , What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love things like this ? What a lovely dog ! How did you know I love things like this ? , I had my own ways of finding out.It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt . I had my own ways of finding out.It ' s a secret . You look so beautiful today . Your new shirt goes well with your skirt . ," Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother . " " Maybe you won't believe this , but it was made by my grandmother . ", Really ? It looks so nice . Really ? It looks so nice . ," Thank you , Please have a cup of tea . " " Thank you , Please have a cup of tea . ", All right . All right . , How about some fish ? How about some fish ? ," No , thanks . I've had enough.Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish.After that , you may cut the cake . " " No , thanks . I've had enough.Now , Mary , before you blow out the birthday candles , you have to make a wish.After that , you may cut the cake . ", OK.Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ? OK.Let me make a wish ... Do you want a big piece of cake ? ," No , just a small one.Next Let's sing "" Happy Birthday "" to Mary . " " No , just a small one.Next Let's sing "" Happy Birthday "" to Mary . ", It is so very kind of you . I'm so moved by you . My girlfriend dumped me . ," Well , that's life . " "Jenny , Can you come and help me ? "," Mom , what should I do ? " " Mom , what should I do ? ", It's dusty everywhere in the house . Can you help me do the housecleaning ? It's dusty everywhere in the house . Can you help me do the housecleaning ? , OK . I will call Peter to clean it together . OK . I will call Peter to clean it together . , That's my good girl . The clothes need washing . I'll do the laundry . "Hey , your Chinese is coming along ! ", You think ? You think ? , Yeah . It ’ s a lot better than mine . Yeah . It ’ s a lot better than mine . , But I still get stuck on the different tones.It drives me crazy . But I still get stuck on the different tones.It drives me crazy . , Hang in there . It ’ ll all come together one of these days . Room Reservations . May I help you ? , I'd like to cancel a reservation . I'd like to cancel a reservation . , In whose name was the reservation made ? In whose name was the reservation made ? , Jim White . Jim White . , What was the date of the reservation ? What was the date of the reservation ? , From November 21st for 4 nights . From November 21st for 4 nights . ," Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ? " " Excuse me , but is the reservation for yourself or for another party ? ", It's for myself . It's for myself . ," May I have your name and phone number , please ? " " May I have your name and phone number , please ? "," Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 . " " Yes , it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658 . "," Thank you , sir . I will cancel Mr . White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights . We look forward to another chance to serve you . " "You look so happy , Anna . Any good news ? ", Yes . I ’ Ve won the first prize in the math contest . Yes . I ’ Ve won the first prize in the math contest . , Really ? Congratulations ! Really ? Congratulations ! ," Thank you , Paul . " " Thank you , Paul . "," By the way , would you like to have dinner with me tomorrow evening ? Tomorrow is my birthday . " " By the way , would you like to have dinner with me tomorrow evening ? Tomorrow is my birthday . "," Good , happy birthday to you ! " " Good , happy birthday to you ! "," Not so soon . It ’ s not my birthday today . Well , you ’ ll come , won ’ t you ? " " Not so soon . It ’ s not my birthday today . Well , you ’ ll come , won ’ t you ? "," Sure , I will . Thank you for inviting me . " " Sure , I will . Thank you for inviting me . ", My pleasure . "Hello , Sunshine Travel Agency . ", Hello . Is there a package tour to Beijing ? Hello . Is there a package tour to Beijing ? ," Well , let me see . We have a nice one on which we still have several unfilled places . " " Well , let me see . We have a nice one on which we still have several unfilled places . ", Does the tour have a Chinese-speaking guide ? Does the tour have a Chinese-speaking guide ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", What is the cost of the tour ? What is the cost of the tour ? , Five hundred dollars altogether . Five hundred dollars altogether . , It's a bit expensive . Can you tell me the schedule ? It's a bit expensive . Can you tell me the schedule ? ," Yes , I will introduce the itinerary in detail . " Which church do you attend ? ," I am Mormon , so I go to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints . " " I am Mormon , so I go to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints . ", What ’ s the difference between this and other Churches ? What ’ s the difference between this and other Churches ? ," Mormons believe that , after the death of Christ and the death of the Apostles 10 , their church Christ founded became corrupt and the authority of Christ on earth was lost to men . In 1830 , a prophet named Joseph Smith was brought up by God to restore the church . " " Mormons believe that , after the death of Christ and the death of the Apostles 10 , their church Christ founded became corrupt and the authority of Christ on earth was lost to men . In 1830 , a prophet named Joseph Smith was brought up by God to restore the church . ", Then does that mean the other churches are corrupt ? Then does that mean the other churches are corrupt ? ," That means that they all have parts of the original gospel , but not all . " " That means that they all have parts of the original gospel , but not all . ", Do you believe that Mormons have all of it ? Do you believe that Mormons have all of it ? , Yes . Yes . , Why do you really go to church ? Why do you really go to church ? ," We gather together to encourage each other , because we have common beliefs . We come together and call it church . " I'm afraid I have lost my air ticket while I was shopping . , I'm sorry to hear that.Did you check your shoulder bag carefully ? I'm sorry to hear that.Did you check your shoulder bag carefully ? ," Yes , I checked again and again , but I can't find it . By the day after tomorrow , can I have the ticket reissued ? " " Yes , I checked again and again , but I can't find it . By the day after tomorrow , can I have the ticket reissued ? ", I'm afraid you can't . I'm afraid you can't . , I talked with the manager over the phone and he told me I can have it reissued because I have a copy of my lost ticket . I talked with the manager over the phone and he told me I can have it reissued because I have a copy of my lost ticket . ," Oh , I see . I'll call the manager , then . " Can you believe that Susan got married ? , Really ? I remember she said if she would remain single . Is the man very rich ? Really ? I remember she said if she would remain single . Is the man very rich ? , No . That ’ s what is surprising me . No . That ’ s what is surprising me . , You means she didn ’ t marry a rich man . You means she didn ’ t marry a rich man . , He ’ s a postman . He ’ s a postman . , I thought she would marry a fortune . Excuse me . May I take a picture of you and your little boy ? , What ’ s it for ? What ’ s it for ? , It ’ s for a book . It ’ s for a book . ," Oh , that ’ s a nice idea . Well , it ’ s fine if you take our picture . " " Oh , that ’ s a nice idea . Well , it ’ s fine if you take our picture . ", Thank you . I appreciate your help . What is the great trait in your personality ? , I suppose my strong point is that I like developing new things and ideas . I suppose my strong point is that I like developing new things and ideas . , So you may like inventive jobs . So you may like inventive jobs . ," Yes , I like inventive jobs and I am capable and responsible . " Harry is a hen-pecked husband . ," No , he isn ’ t . " " No , he isn ’ t . ", Then why does he let himself be lead by the nose ? Then why does he let himself be lead by the nose ? , He is afraid of his father-in-law . Why have you stopped production ? , We've had a few problems . One of the bolts has worked loose and a blade has snapped off . We've had a few problems . One of the bolts has worked loose and a blade has snapped off . , OK . Make sure the power is switched off then tighten up all the bolts on the unit and replace the broken blade . Why is there oil all over the floor ? OK . Make sure the power is switched off then tighten up all the bolts on the unit and replace the broken blade . Why is there oil all over the floor ? , I think the valve is faulty . I couldn't regulate the pressure and the seal burst . I tried opening the emergency valve but it was jammed . I think the valve is faulty . I couldn't regulate the pressure and the seal burst . I tried opening the emergency valve but it was jammed . ," Clean up the mess first , then fit a new seal and check the valve . " Good afternoon . What can I help you with today ? , I have a Time Deposit here and I'd like to get the money now . I have a Time Deposit here and I'd like to get the money now . , The maturity date isn't for another 10 weeks . Are you aware of that ? The maturity date isn't for another 10 weeks . Are you aware of that ? ," Yes , I know , but I need the money urgently for a family emergency , you see . I know I should apply in writing if I wish to withdraw , but I'm afraid there just isn't time . " " Yes , I know , but I need the money urgently for a family emergency , you see . I know I should apply in writing if I wish to withdraw , but I'm afraid there just isn't time . "," The regulations state that the interest is paid at the rate of a Current Deposit , so unfortunately you will lose some interest . " " The regulations state that the interest is paid at the rate of a Current Deposit , so unfortunately you will lose some interest . "," Well , it can't be helped . I really must have that money . Thank you . " "ok , so what have you got in store for me tonight ? "," I'm really sorry , Ethan . I tried so hard , but I'm afraid I could't find a Dutch restaurant in town . The best I could do was a German one about 15 minutes from here . " " I'm really sorry , Ethan . I tried so hard , but I'm afraid I could't find a Dutch restaurant in town . The best I could do was a German one about 15 minutes from here . ", what ? I don't understand . what ? I don't understand . , I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food ? I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food ? , Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' ! Oh ! Ha-ha ! That's not what I mean when I said ' go Dutch ' ! ," Huh ? What were you talking about , then ? " " Huh ? What were you talking about , then ? "," ' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly ! " " ' going Dutch ' means to split the bill , silly ! "," oath ... that makes so much more sense ! Ha-ha . Well , great , I don't like German food anyway ! " Can you help me buy my textbooks ? , There will probably be a book list in the bookstore . Do you have your class schedule handy ? There will probably be a book list in the bookstore . Do you have your class schedule handy ? ," No , I don't have that . " " No , I don't have that . "," To get started , take that list over to the bookstore . Do you know where the bookstore is ? " " To get started , take that list over to the bookstore . Do you know where the bookstore is ? ", I am not sure where the bookstore is . I am not sure where the bookstore is . ," When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ? " " When you pass the gym , it'll be the first door on the left . Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money ? "," Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ? " " Yes , I knew I could do that . Exactly how do I go about selling them ? "," If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ? " " If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door , he will reimburse you . Can you go over there today ? ", I think maybe I could be there . I think maybe I could be there . , I am free at 1 I am free at 1 , Maybe that would work . Maybe that would work . , I'll catch you later then . Have a wonderful morning . "Hey , you wanna see a movie tomorrow ? ", Sounds like a good plan . What do you want to see ? Sounds like a good plan . What do you want to see ? , How about Legally Blonde . How about Legally Blonde . ," Ah , my girlfriend wanted to see that movie . I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time . How about The Cube ? " " Ah , my girlfriend wanted to see that movie . I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time . How about The Cube ? ", Isn't that a scary movie ? Isn't that a scary movie ? ," How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun . " " How scary can it be ? Come on , it'll be fun . ", Ok . I'll give it a try . Ok . I'll give it a try . , That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class . That's the spirit . I'll see you tomorrow after class . , Ok . See you tomorrow . I think I should join a fitness centre . I am getting a little fat and I'm totally out of shape . Even a quick walk of a few hundred metres leaves me out of breath . , I'm afraid you are beginning to look a little overweight . You really need to stop smoking . That's the main reason you're unhealthy . I'm afraid you are beginning to look a little overweight . You really need to stop smoking . That's the main reason you're unhealthy . ," I guess you're right . I've tried stopping , but I just can't seem to quit . " " I guess you're right . I've tried stopping , but I just can't seem to quit . ", Why don't you try smoking one cigarette less each day ? How many do you smoke each day now ? Why don't you try smoking one cigarette less each day ? How many do you smoke each day now ? , I smoke around 30 each day . I smoke around 30 each day . ," Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far . " " Ok . So for one month , reduce the number you smoke by one a day . At the end of the month , you'll have quit . You should also buy a tracksuit and go jogging every morning . You don't need to jog far . "," If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline . " " If I do a few exercises at home , like crunches , I'll soon deal with this waistline . ", Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition . Be careful when you go jogging . Don't put yourself under too much stress . You're still a smoker shouldn't do too much exercises in your condition . ," I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill . " " I'll join a fitness centre . I'm sure they'll be able to give me more advice . There's one near my office , so I can go before and after work . I don't want to go jogging in the street , so I'll use a treadmill . ", Good idea . Remember to eat healthily too . The trainers at the fitness centre will be able to advise you on your diet . Mom ? , Mm ? Mm ? ," Can my friend , Tom Mitchum , come home with me for lunch tomorrow ? " " Can my friend , Tom Mitchum , come home with me for lunch tomorrow ? "," Of course , Jim . Have I met Tom before ? " " Of course , Jim . Have I met Tom before ? ", Mm — hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart . Mm — hmm . You met him last summer . He is small and very smart . ," Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ? " " Oh , yes . I remember Tom . His family comes from Maine , right ? ", Yes . Where is John ? I can't find him anywhere . , Haven't you heard that he is in prison ? Haven't you heard that he is in prison ? , What ? Beg your pardon . What ? Beg your pardon . , John is in prison now . He was copped outstealing . John is in prison now . He was copped outstealing . , I just cann't believe my ears ! You are seemingly upset . What's behind you ? , Arden wants to have a trademark for our new series of products registered . But I have no idea on the registering process . Arden wants to have a trademark for our new series of products registered . But I have no idea on the registering process . , That's not as complicated as you suppose . That's not as complicated as you suppose . , Is it so easy ? I never experienced this . Can you tell me something about it ? Is it so easy ? I never experienced this . Can you tell me something about it ? , It is known that there is a time limit for trademarks . And we should not have a similar trademark with the one in the same field . It is known that there is a time limit for trademarks . And we should not have a similar trademark with the one in the same field . ," Based on what you said , does it mean that we can not have a trademark like ' genova ' , right ? " " Based on what you said , does it mean that we can not have a trademark like ' genova ' , right ? ", Correct . And our country follows the priority of use principle . Correct . And our country follows the priority of use principle . , Can you tell something about the preparation for the register ? Can you tell something about the preparation for the register ? , Some relative documents will be needed and the fee may be quite dear . So you need to learn more about the process and regulations about this issue . Do you mind retiring earlier ? ," No , I don't mind in the least . I want to do something of my own . What about you ? " " No , I don't mind in the least . I want to do something of my own . What about you ? ", I do . I don't know what to do after I retire . I'd like to work till I drop . What are the seasons like in your city ? ," Summers is hot and usually lasts a long time . Winters are short , but cold , wet , and windy . I love the summers in my city , but I hate the wintertime . " " Summers is hot and usually lasts a long time . Winters are short , but cold , wet , and windy . I love the summers in my city , but I hate the wintertime . ", Does it ever rain in summer ? Does it ever rain in summer ? ," We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks , but apart from that , summers are dry . Thunderstorms make the air fresh again , so most people don ’ t mind then . " " We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks , but apart from that , summers are dry . Thunderstorms make the air fresh again , so most people don ’ t mind then . ", What are spring and autumn like ? What are spring and autumn like ? ," I like spring because flowers bloom and trees grow leaves again . In spring , the weather is very changeable-sometimes cold , sometimes warm . It ’ s usually windy with some rain . Autumn is usually sunny an " " I like spring because flowers bloom and trees grow leaves again . In spring , the weather is very changeable-sometimes cold , sometimes warm . It ’ s usually windy with some rain . Autumn is usually sunny an "," Well , I live in the southern hemisphere , so our summertime is your wintertime , and vice versa . We get some rain in every season , but most is in winter . In winter , it sometimes gets cold , but our wine " " Well , I live in the southern hemisphere , so our summertime is your wintertime , and vice versa . We get some rain in every season , but most is in winter . In winter , it sometimes gets cold , but our wine ", Do you usually go on a summer holiday ? Do you usually go on a summer holiday ? ," No , I don ’ t . I go on a winter holiday instead . I go somewhere warm . " " No , I don ’ t . I go on a winter holiday instead . I go somewhere warm . ", I usually go on holiday during the spring or the autumn . I try to go somewhere where the weather is more reliable than in my city . "So , Jack , do you believe in ghosts ? "," No , not really . Why do you ask ? " " No , not really . Why do you ask ? ", Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost . Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost . , You saw a ghost ? When ? You saw a ghost ? When ? ," It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ... " " It was many years ago , when I was a little child . It was the middle of the night , and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen . I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs , when ... ", So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ? So that's where you saw the ghost ? In your house ? What did it look like ? Was it hideous ? ," It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ... " " It was a big , green thing that looked like a person . It was in the kitchen , and it slowly moved towards the stairs ... ", So what did you do ? So what did you do ? ," I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ... " " I hid so that it couldn't see me . Slowly it got closer and closer , until ... ", Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ? Until what ? What happened ? Did you see it clearly ? Did it attack you ? ," It moved slowly up the stairs , step by step , and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs , I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas . He had gone to get a late night snack . " "Good morning , Madam . This is room service , may I help you ? ", Good morning . I'd like to reserve some rooms for a tourist party . Good morning . I'd like to reserve some rooms for a tourist party . , All right . What kind of room would you like ? All right . What kind of room would you like ? ," You see , we are tourists whose requests are different , so please tell me more about it , will you ? " " You see , we are tourists whose requests are different , so please tell me more about it , will you ? "," It's my pleasure . We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and luxury suites , ect . Well , here is an introduction to our hotel . " " It's my pleasure . We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and luxury suites , ect . Well , here is an introduction to our hotel . "," That's great . I'd like to book four single rooms , five double rooms and three suites . " " That's great . I'd like to book four single rooms , five double rooms and three suites . "," All right , madam . For which dates do you want to book the rooms ? " " All right , madam . For which dates do you want to book the rooms ? ", From tomorrow till January 8th . That's five days in all . From tomorrow till January 8th . That's five days in all . , I see . Now please fill out the form . I see . Now please fill out the form . , Here you are . Is everything OK ? Here you are . Is everything OK ? ," Just a minute , madam . You should pay a deposit of 500 yuan beforehand . " " Just a minute , madam . You should pay a deposit of 500 yuan beforehand . ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , Thank you . Please keep this receipt . Thank you . Please keep this receipt . ," Thank you . By the way , is there any preferential rate for the party ? " " Thank you . By the way , is there any preferential rate for the party ? "," Yes , there is a 15 percent discount . " " Yes , there is a 15 percent discount . ", That's wonderful . Thank you . That's wonderful . Thank you . , You're welcome . I hope all of you will have a good time here . Are you almost finished with my hair ? , I'm almost finished . I'm almost finished . , How much longer is it going to be ? How much longer is it going to be ? , I'm done now . Do you like it ? I'm done now . Do you like it ? , I absolutely love it . I absolutely love it . , You really like it ? You really like it ? ," Yes , I truly do . " " Yes , I truly do . ", I'm glad you like it . I'm glad you like it . , How much do I owe you ? How much do I owe you ? , It's going to be $ 55 . It's going to be $ 55 . ," Here you go , thanks for everything . " " Here you go , thanks for everything . ", Make sure and come back in a couple of weeks . "I'm in 507 , and I have a big problem . "," I'm so sorry . Kindly tell me what the problem is , sir . " " I'm so sorry . Kindly tell me what the problem is , sir . "," Everywhere I look , I see cockroaches . " " Everywhere I look , I see cockroaches . "," Perhaps you could look again , sir , to double-check . " " Perhaps you could look again , sir , to double-check . ", The next cockroach I see will be number ten . The next cockroach I see will be number ten . ," Mr . Sandals , I've worked here five years without seeing one cockroach . " " Mr . Sandals , I've worked here five years without seeing one cockroach . ", I've already suffered enough without listening anymore to you ! I've already suffered enough without listening anymore to you ! ," You're right , sir . Please let me transfer you to my supervisor " Mrs . Schmidt ! What's happening ! , You'll never guess what happened today ! I went to the doctor after work and the doctor told me ... You'll never guess what happened today ! I went to the doctor after work and the doctor told me ... , And the doctor told you to start listening to Bach ? And the doctor told you to start listening to Bach ? , No ... He told me I'm pregnant ! No ... He told me I'm pregnant ! , Congratulations ! Congratulations ! , And so I bought all these books on having kids and ... And so I bought all these books on having kids and ... , And they said you should play classical music ? And they said you should play classical music ? , How did you know ! They say listening to classical music can make your baby smarter ! You look like in perfect condition . , I go to the gym every day to keep fit . I go to the gym every day to keep fit . , Which sports do you participate in ? Which sports do you participate in ? , I've been doing yoga for a long time . I've been doing yoga for a long time . , Can you tell me something about yoga ? Can you tell me something about yoga ? ," Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy . " " Yoga is used to promote people's physical , intellectual and mental harmony and healthy . ", How do you feel when you practice yoga ? How do you feel when you practice yoga ? ," Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot . " " Oh , I feel really tired and sweat a lot . ", But it will help you keep fit . But it will help you keep fit . ," Sure . But more importantly , I can have peace of mind . " Is this the foreign exchange department ? ," Yes , can I help you ? " " Yes , can I help you ? ", I need some US Dollars . I need some US Dollars . , What kind of currency have you got ? What kind of currency have you got ? ," RIB . By the way , what is the exchange rate today ? " " RIB . By the way , what is the exchange rate today ? ", One US Dollars in cash is equivalent t0 7.9 Yuan . One US Dollars in cash is equivalent t0 7.9 Yuan . , And I want to change 4000 Yuan . And I want to change 4000 Yuan . , Minus the fee . Here are your dollars . Please sign here . Minus the fee . Here are your dollars . Please sign here . ," OK , thank you . " I'm afraid I have to return this sweater . , May I ask if there's anything wrong with it ? May I ask if there's anything wrong with it ? ," You see , there is a run at the neck . " " You see , there is a run at the neck . "," Oh , sorry.But do you want to change it for another one ? " " Oh , sorry.But do you want to change it for another one ? "," No , thank you . " My wife and I are thinking about taking our parents with us on a vacation . Do you have any suggestion about where to go ? , The choice of destination is very important . It will too energetic for the old people if you make an excursion or go to climb mountains . But they'll be interested in going to the historical places of interest where they can have fun . The choice of destination is very important . It will too energetic for the old people if you make an excursion or go to climb mountains . But they'll be interested in going to the historical places of interest where they can have fun . , Sometimes what young people like is different from the old . Maybe we can go visit first and then do some shopping . Sometimes what young people like is different from the old . Maybe we can go visit first and then do some shopping . , That's a good idea . That will allow both you and your parents to enjoy yourselves . That's a good idea . That will allow both you and your parents to enjoy yourselves . ," What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ? " " What should we bring besides a change of clothes , money and some snacks ? "," It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure . " " It's some medicine the doctor recommends . If you leave it at home , you will find it difficult to face up when the old people suffered a seizure . "," Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that.Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ? " " Oh , yes ! I didn't think about that.Thank you for reminding me . How many days should we spend on a vacation ? ", You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired 。 You'd better have all a light schedule . You can rest up for a few days if your parents find tired 。 , It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy . It seems that good planning for a family vacation is important to make sure everyone will be happy . ," Yes , that's right . Having an enjoyable time together is the goal . " Do you have a light ? ," Sorry , I don't smoke . " "Good evening , sir . "," May I have the key for Room 358 , please ? " " May I have the key for Room 358 , please ? "," Certainly . Oh , you have a message here . " " Certainly . Oh , you have a message here . ", Thank you . Is there any mail for me ? Thank you . Is there any mail for me ? ," No , there isn't at the moment . " Is everything ready for the big family barbecue tomorrow ? , Yep . The steaks and chicken are marinated and I also bought hamburger buns . Yep . The steaks and chicken are marinated and I also bought hamburger buns . , We should also cook a couple dozen hot dogs and kebabs . We should also cook a couple dozen hot dogs and kebabs . ," Yeah , good idea.We can put some lawn furniture outside next to the grill . I also set up the tent outside so we can hide from the sun if it gets too hot . " " Yeah , good idea.We can put some lawn furniture outside next to the grill . I also set up the tent outside so we can hide from the sun if it gets too hot . ", Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers . Great ! I asked Grace to bring cups and serviettes as she is also bringing two big coolers for the beers . , This is gonna be a great barbecue ! "Welcome , how may I help you today ? "," I'm ask for a pizza , please . " " I'm ask for a pizza , please . ", Then you will be happy to here that today all our pizzas are on sale . Two for one . Then you will be happy to here that today all our pizzas are on sale . Two for one . ," You're right , that is great . " " You're right , that is great . ", What size would you like ? What size would you like ? ," Medium one will be perfect , thank you " " Medium one will be perfect , thank you ", Which kind do you want ? Which kind do you want ? , I like seafood on my pizza . I like seafood on my pizza . , We have two seafood pizzas . Tuna and crab . We have two seafood pizzas . Tuna and crab . , Tuna sounds good today . Tuna sounds good today . , Would that be for here or take away ? Would that be for here or take away ? , That would be to go . That would be to go . ," That'll be in a ten minutes . Please sit over there , and I'll call you over as sooner as it's ready . " " That'll be in a ten minutes . Please sit over there , and I'll call you over as sooner as it's ready . ", No problem . What's the specialty of your restaurant ? , The crab soup is quite delicious.It ' s always a favorite with our customers . The crab soup is quite delicious.It ' s always a favorite with our customers . , I'm afraid I don't like seafood quite well . Would you suggest some others ? I'm afraid I don't like seafood quite well . Would you suggest some others ? ," Well , why not try Spaghetti Bolognese ? " " Well , why not try Spaghetti Bolognese ? ", OK . I will follow your advice . Why did you choose Applied Sociology as your major ? ," I think Applied Sociology is a practical subject that can be widely applied to research on soci-ety and man . Hence , I chose it as my major . " " I think Applied Sociology is a practical subject that can be widely applied to research on soci-ety and man . Hence , I chose it as my major . ", Have you taken the course in Public Relations when you are in college ? Have you taken the course in Public Relations when you are in college ? ," I am sorry to say I haven't , but I have taken many other courses that concerns the PR , such as Social Psychology , Public Affairs and Mass Communication . " When are we leaving for our field trip ? , Our science field trip is next Monday at 8 a . m . in the morning . Can you mark that on your calendar ? Our science field trip is next Monday at 8 a . m . in the morning . Can you mark that on your calendar ? ," Yes , I will write that down . " " Yes , I will write that down . "," That will be Monday , December 2nd . We need to start loading the buses half an hour early , so plan to arrive at 7 . " " That will be Monday , December 2nd . We need to start loading the buses half an hour early , so plan to arrive at 7 . "," Yes , I will be there on time . " " Yes , I will be there on time . ", We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ? We will return 6 days later on December 8th . Will someone be picking you up ? ," Yes , someone is coming to get me . " " Yes , someone is coming to get me . ", The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m . The return bus will leave the campground at 5 p . m . and return to campus 3 hours later at 8 p . m . , What should we bring with us ? What should we bring with us ? , I am going to post all of that information on the geology club web page . Check it out when you get a chance . See you Monday ! "Are you feeling better today , Bill ? "," Well , it's hard to say . I cough a lot in the evening . " " Well , it's hard to say . I cough a lot in the evening . ", You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health . You'd better give up smoking . It's bad for your health . ," You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit . " " You're right , but you know , it's hard to give up an old habit . ", But you should make up your mind first . But you should make up your mind first . ," You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake . " " You know , I often have to work till late at night . I need something to keep me awake . ", Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work . Why don't you go to bed and get up early ? You'll have the same time for work . , Thank you for your advice ! I'll try it . "Hi , Kenji . "," Hi , Debbie . Have a seat . How's it going ? " " Hi , Debbie . Have a seat . How's it going ? ", I'm OK . How are you doing ? I'm OK . How are you doing ? , Pretty good . Listen ... have you heard about the new Thai restaurant over on University Avenue ? Pretty good . Listen ... have you heard about the new Thai restaurant over on University Avenue ? , Do you mean The Bangkok ? Do you mean The Bangkok ? , That's the one . A bunch of us are going there for dinner tomorrow night.How about coming with us ? That's the one . A bunch of us are going there for dinner tomorrow night.How about coming with us ? ," Sure , I'd love to . " " Sure , I'd love to . ", Great . I'll call and make reservations . Great . I'll call and make reservations . , Any time after 6 o'clock is good for me.Oh ! I'm late ! I have a class . Any time after 6 o'clock is good for me.Oh ! I'm late ! I have a class . , All right . I'll call you tonight and tell you the time . All right . I'll call you tonight and tell you the time . , Great . Talk to you then . "IBA , Maria speaking . How can I help ? "," Hello , I called earlier regarding interest rates on loans . Sorry , I just have a couple more questions . " " Hello , I called earlier regarding interest rates on loans . Sorry , I just have a couple more questions . ", I'm here to help . Tell me your questions and I'll do my best to answer them . I'm here to help . Tell me your questions and I'll do my best to answer them . , What if I require a loan for a short period of time ? What if I require a loan for a short period of time ? , What repayment period were you thinking of ? What repayment period were you thinking of ? ," Say , 6 months ? Or less in fact . I want to repay the loan ASAP ; I don't like debt hanging over my head . " " Say , 6 months ? Or less in fact . I want to repay the loan ASAP ; I don't like debt hanging over my head . "," A wise decision . If you decide to take out a short-term loan with us , say for 6 months or less , the interest rate shall be for that of a 6 - month loan . " " A wise decision . If you decide to take out a short-term loan with us , say for 6 months or less , the interest rate shall be for that of a 6 - month loan . ", What if I repay it early . Any perks ? What if I repay it early . Any perks ? ," Well , we could adjust the interest rate based on the original rate and the amount of days you actually borrowed the money for . " " Well , we could adjust the interest rate based on the original rate and the amount of days you actually borrowed the money for . "," So , the quicker I pay it back , the more I can save in interest ? That's excellent . Thanks so much for your information . I'll come in shortly to take the relevant steps for the loan . " " So , the quicker I pay it back , the more I can save in interest ? That's excellent . Thanks so much for your information . I'll come in shortly to take the relevant steps for the loan . ", It's our pleasure . We are always happy to have another satisfied customer . Thanks for calling . Goodbye . "Hello , Miao Li , Where are you going ? "," Hello , I am going to the store to buy some fruit . " " Hello , I am going to the store to buy some fruit . "," Oh , Would you do me a favor ? " " Oh , Would you do me a favor ? ", Yes ? Yes ? , Please mail this letter for me on your way to the store . Please mail this letter for me on your way to the store . , Sure . Do you want it to be registered ? Sure . Do you want it to be registered ? ," Yes , I think so . There are some pictures in it . It would be a great pity if they were lost . " " Yes , I think so . There are some pictures in it . It would be a great pity if they were lost . "," Yes , I will be glad to mail your letter . " " Yes , I will be glad to mail your letter . ", Thanks . Thanks . , you are welcome . "Julia , burglaries in our town have been on the wing . ", Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? , I heard that a robbery happened in our town several days ago . The robbers ripped off a car in broad daylight . I heard that a robbery happened in our town several days ago . The robbers ripped off a car in broad daylight . ," Thank God , we haven't encountered a burglar . I hope that our house is secure against burglary . " " Thank God , we haven't encountered a burglar . I hope that our house is secure against burglary . ", I am worrying about it too . I want to install a security door . I am worrying about it too . I want to install a security door . , Is the security door useful ? Is the security door useful ? ," Yes , I think so . The security door is so firm that nobody can break in . " " Yes , I think so . The security door is so firm that nobody can break in . ", I totally agree with you . In this way I won't be afraid of the burglar if you are away . I totally agree with you . In this way I won't be afraid of the burglar if you are away . ," OK , I will do it right now . " After you . ," No , after you . Ladies first . " " No , after you . Ladies first . ", That's very kind of you . It smells like an ashtray in here ! , Hi honey ! What ’ s wrong ? Why do you have that look on your face ? Hi honey ! What ’ s wrong ? Why do you have that look on your face ? , What ’ s wrong ? I thought we agreed that you were gonna quit smoking . What ’ s wrong ? I thought we agreed that you were gonna quit smoking . , No ! I said I was going to cut down which is very different . You can ’ t just expect me to go cold turkey overnight ! No ! I said I was going to cut down which is very different . You can ’ t just expect me to go cold turkey overnight ! ," Look , there are other ways to quit . You can try the nicotine patch , or nicotine chewing gum . We spend a fortune on cigarettes every month and now laws are cracking down and not allowing smoking in any public place . It ’ s not like you can just light up like before . " " Look , there are other ways to quit . You can try the nicotine patch , or nicotine chewing gum . We spend a fortune on cigarettes every month and now laws are cracking down and not allowing smoking in any public place . It ’ s not like you can just light up like before . "," I know , I know . I am trying but , I don ’ t have the willpower to just quit . I can ’ t fight with the urge to reach for my pack of smokes in the morning with coffee or after lunch ! Please understand ? " " I know , I know . I am trying but , I don ’ t have the willpower to just quit . I can ’ t fight with the urge to reach for my pack of smokes in the morning with coffee or after lunch ! Please understand ? ", Fine ! I want a divorce ! "May I speak to Mr.Huang , please ? ", I'm sorry . Mr.Huang is quite busy right now . Could I pass him the message ? I'm sorry . Mr.Huang is quite busy right now . Could I pass him the message ? ," Well , you see , I won't be able to keep my 9 " " Well , you see , I won't be able to keep my 9 ", Let me see . He's free from 3:00 to 4:30 tomorrow afternoon . Can you make it then ? Let me see . He's free from 3:00 to 4:30 tomorrow afternoon . Can you make it then ? ," Yes , of course . Thank you very much . " " Yes , of course . Thank you very much . ", You're quite welcome . Thank you for calling . Bye-byeB "Hurry up , will you ? ", What's the rush ? Hello ! , Is that the box-office ? Is that the box-office ? , Yes . Yes . ," I'd like to book two tickets for the film ' Jane Eyre ' for this evening , please . " " I'd like to book two tickets for the film ' Jane Eyre ' for this evening , please . "," Just a minute please . Oh , I'm sorry , all the tickets for tonight have been sold out . " " Just a minute please . Oh , I'm sorry , all the tickets for tonight have been sold out . ", What a pity ! How about tomorrow evening ? What a pity ! How about tomorrow evening ? ," Oh , you're lucky , there are just two tickets left . Do you want to take them ? " " Oh , you're lucky , there are just two tickets left . Do you want to take them ? "," Wonderful , I'll take them . " " Wonderful , I'll take them . "," OK , your name and telephone number please . " " OK , your name and telephone number please . ", Wang Min . Telephone number is 13811658 . Can I pick the tickets this afternoon ? Wang Min . Telephone number is 13811658 . Can I pick the tickets this afternoon ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Thank you very much . I don't think I can manage this morning . I wonder if we could after the time of meeting to tomorrow afternoon . , I'll look out for you about 2 tomorrow afternoon . I'll look out for you about 2 tomorrow afternoon . , All right.Thank you . "Hi , I ’ m Mary Smith . "," Hello , I ’ m the landlord . John Taylor . " " Hello , I ’ m the landlord . John Taylor . ", Nice to meet you Mr . Taylor . Nice to meet you Mr . Taylor . ," Please , call me John . " " Please , call me John . "," O . K . , John . Well , can I have a look at the place ? " " O . K . , John . Well , can I have a look at the place ? ", Sure . Come on it . We just finished rebuilding everything . Sure . Come on it . We just finished rebuilding everything . ," Oh , it hasn ’ t been painted yet . " " Oh , it hasn ’ t been painted yet . "," No , we ’ re going to get that done next week . " " No , we ’ re going to get that done next week . ", Well . It ’ s certainly nice . You ’ Ve done a great job . Well . It ’ s certainly nice . You ’ Ve done a great job . , Thank you . Thank you . , The rent is $ 600 a month ? The rent is $ 600 a month ? , That ’ s right . That ’ s right . ," Well , I think I ’ ll take it . Can I write you a check for the security deposit now ? $ 1200 ? " " Well , I think I ’ ll take it . Can I write you a check for the security deposit now ? $ 1200 ? ", Yeah . But why don ’ t you come by your office tomorrow to sign the lease ? Yeah . But why don ’ t you come by your office tomorrow to sign the lease ? , That would be fine . That would be fine . , Thank you . See you tomorrow . Thank you . See you tomorrow . , See you . "I ’ Ve gotta hand it to you , you really did a good job ! ", So glad that you think so ! So glad that you think so ! , I think you deserve a promotion . I think you deserve a promotion . ," Oh , really ? Thanks a lot ... well , I still have a lot to learn , I guess . " Do you carrying fresh fish ? , Yes we do . Check the meat department . There is a fish counter there too . Yes we do . Check the meat department . There is a fish counter there too . ," I already looked , but did not see anything . " " I already looked , but did not see anything . ", Let me show you . Let me show you . , Thanks . Thanks . ," See , it's right over there . " " See , it's right over there . "," Oh , gosh . I didn't see it . " " Oh , gosh . I didn't see it . ", That's all right . I ’ m not a Christian . I just want to know why Americans believe that sort of thing . , Believe what ? Believe what ? ," You know ... like , say God is the creator of the universe , the Bible , and Jesus Christ ... " " You know ... like , say God is the creator of the universe , the Bible , and Jesus Christ ... "," You don ’ t believe that ? Everyone interprets the Bible in a different way . To some people , the Gospel 5 is a source of much comfort . " " You don ’ t believe that ? Everyone interprets the Bible in a different way . To some people , the Gospel 5 is a source of much comfort . "," What do you believe , John ? Are you Christian ? " " What do you believe , John ? Are you Christian ? "," To tell you the truth , I don ’ t know if I ’ m a Christian or not . Christians don ’ t often share the same belief . But I believe that we all possess , by the grace of God , the potential to create fantastic changes on this earth . " " To tell you the truth , I don ’ t know if I ’ m a Christian or not . Christians don ’ t often share the same belief . But I believe that we all possess , by the grace of God , the potential to create fantastic changes on this earth . ", Do you believe that one religion is better than another ? Do you believe that one religion is better than another ? ," No , all religions are essentially based on the same ideals , so no one is really better . " " No , all religions are essentially based on the same ideals , so no one is really better . ", Do you go to church regularly ? Do you go to church regularly ? ," When I ’ m home in the States , I go , but not in China . " She's a Persian . She has papers and everything . Not like a street dog . ," Cats chase mice , don't they ? " " Cats chase mice , don't they ? ", And bugs . They can catch anything . And bugs . They can catch anything . , Do you have to walk a cat ? Do you have to walk a cat ? ," No , they use litter boxes or go outside by themselves.Thev ' re so smart . " " No , they use litter boxes or go outside by themselves.Thev ' re so smart . ", But then you have to change the litter box . But then you have to change the litter box . , It's better than picking up dog poop . Could you help me figure out how to look for a job ? ," We have lots of options , what type of job do you need ? " " We have lots of options , what type of job do you need ? ", I want to work in an office . I want to work in an office . , Do you want to work part-time or full-time ? Do you want to work part-time or full-time ? , I want to work full-time . I want to work full-time . , We have binders with local job listings or you can make use of the computers . OK ? We have binders with local job listings or you can make use of the computers . OK ? , I am confused a bit but I am sure that I can figure it out . I am confused a bit but I am sure that I can figure it out . ," If you make an appointment with a job counselor , they can also provide you with a lot of information . Do you want to see a counselor ? " " If you make an appointment with a job counselor , they can also provide you with a lot of information . Do you want to see a counselor ? "," No , I don't think I need to do that . " " No , I don't think I need to do that . "," Well , you know that this job center is here for your use , so help yourself . Good luck ! " Could you drive me to the bank ? ," Of course , ma'am , Tell me where to go . " " Of course , ma'am , Tell me where to go . ", Go down this road and then turn left . Go down this road and then turn left . , All right.There we go . "Lily , I am terribly sorry about this . But we have to put off or cancel tomorrow's meeting . ", Cancelled ? That's just can't happen ! Cancelled ? That's just can't happen ! ," Sorry to say , but nothing can be done . The equipment broke down and can't be fixed till Friday . " " Sorry to say , but nothing can be done . The equipment broke down and can't be fixed till Friday . "," Oh , I hope it be fixed on Friday . " My stomach's growling again ! , You'll never lose weight if you listen to your stomach . You'll never lose weight if you listen to your stomach . ," Just a little steak , uh ... snack ? A bowl of clam chowder ? " " Just a little steak , uh ... snack ? A bowl of clam chowder ? "," You want to be beautiful , don't you ? Think about the butter and flour in ... " " You want to be beautiful , don't you ? Think about the butter and flour in ... "," You're right . But if I get too thin , my mom will make me go to the hospital again . " " You're right . But if I get too thin , my mom will make me go to the hospital again . "," Most models only eat once a day . If they can do it , so can we . " " Most models only eat once a day . If they can do it , so can we . "," You know . Soup , well , society makes us like this . " " You know . Soup , well , society makes us like this . ", I think you're hallucinating ! What are you talking about ? I think you're hallucinating ! What are you talking about ? ," Well , thin is always "" in "" with the media . " " Well , thin is always "" in "" with the media . ", And your point is ? And your point is ? ," if you aren't thin , you're nobody . " " if you aren't thin , you're nobody . "," I agree with you , but I think people are pretty bad , too . " " I agree with you , but I think people are pretty bad , too . ", You lost me . You lost me . , People are always gossiping about one another . People are always gossiping about one another . ," Yeah , but that's human nature . " " Yeah , but that's human nature . ", We can be so critical of one another . We can be so critical of one another . ," Let's change the stomach , I mean , the subject.How about some food ? " It's Sunday today . ," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . ", I think we should have a house cleaning today . What's your opinion ? I think we should have a house cleaning today . What's your opinion ? ," Oh , no . We just did it last week . " " Oh , no . We just did it last week . ", Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ? Come on . What do you want to do ? Washing clothes or cleaning the house ? , I'd rather wash the clothes . I'd rather wash the clothes . , Okay . Here is the laundry . Okay . Here is the laundry . ," Oh , My God ! So much ! " " Oh , My God ! So much ! ", Don't worry . I'll help you with it later . "Hi , Mike . I am going to move on the first of next month . "," Congratulations ! So , have you started planning your move ? " " Congratulations ! So , have you started planning your move ? "," Yes , I am trying to find good movers now . Do you know any ? " " Yes , I am trying to find good movers now . Do you know any ? ", Not really . Not really . , What did you do for your last move ? What did you do for your last move ? ," Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out . " " Since I did not have much staff , I asked my cousin to help me out . ", Oh . that's very nice of him . Oh . that's very nice of him . ," Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you . " " Yeah , it was . But I still have some information that I collected last time , and if you want , I will give it to you . "," Yes , please . " Excuse me . But are you Mrs . Smith from America ? , That's it . I am Maria Smith . You must be Zhang Lin from Tianjin Sports Facility Co.Ltd . That's it . I am Maria Smith . You must be Zhang Lin from Tianjin Sports Facility Co.Ltd . ," Yes . Nice to meet you , Mrs Smith . " " Yes . Nice to meet you , Mrs Smith . "," Nice to meet you too , Mr . Zhang . " Broadway Mall is having a big sale this weekend . You wanna go ? , Don't feel like it . I'm broke . Don't feel like it . I'm broke . ," Well , we can still do some window shopping , can't we ? " " Well , we can still do some window shopping , can't we ? "," Just look around ? Ah , that's boring . " " Just look around ? Ah , that's boring . ", I'll go myself then . "Mr.Keller , may I call at your home sometime the week ? "," Oh , certainly.When would you like to come ? " " Oh , certainly.When would you like to come ? "," Well , when will it be convenient for you ? " " Well , when will it be convenient for you ? ", This weekend would be OK with me . I'm bored and got nothing to do tonight . , How about coming with me to meet my American friends ? How about coming with me to meet my American friends ? ," Hey , that sounds great . " " Hey , that sounds great . "," Okay , I'll pick you up at eight o'clock . " Why don ’ t you introduce him ? I wonder if we will become good friends . , He is the guy I was telling you about . "Hello , Mr.Green . This is Lin Tong . How are you ? "," Hi , Mr.Lin . I am leaving tomorrow and I am just packing . " " Hi , Mr.Lin . I am leaving tomorrow and I am just packing . "," Oh , sorry to interrupt you . But I am calling to say goodbye to you . I am awfully sorry to tell you that I am afraid I could not see you off at the airport tomorrow , because I will have to attend a very important meeting . " " Oh , sorry to interrupt you . But I am calling to say goodbye to you . I am awfully sorry to tell you that I am afraid I could not see you off at the airport tomorrow , because I will have to attend a very important meeting . "," It doesn't matter , Mr.Lin . I can understand . I know you are always very busy . Work must come first . " " It doesn't matter , Mr.Lin . I can understand . I know you are always very busy . Work must come first . ", Thanks a lot . You have been here for almost three weeks . How time flies ! Thanks a lot . You have been here for almost three weeks . How time flies ! , Yes . And I would like to convey my thanks to you for your help during my stay here in Nanjing . Yes . And I would like to convey my thanks to you for your help during my stay here in Nanjing . , It is our pleasure . It has been a great pleasure to work with you . It is our pleasure . It has been a great pleasure to work with you . , Me too . I am looking forward to cooperating with you again . Me too . I am looking forward to cooperating with you again . ," Really ? Great ! We will . Well , what's your flight number ? When are you leaving tomorrow ? " " Really ? Great ! We will . Well , what's your flight number ? When are you leaving tomorrow ? "," It's Flight No . 104 , Northey Airlines , which leaves at ten O'dock tomorrow evening . " " It's Flight No . 104 , Northey Airlines , which leaves at ten O'dock tomorrow evening . "," OK , I will send someone to see you off . " " OK , I will send someone to see you off . ", That is so thoughtful of you . That is so thoughtful of you . , My pleasure . Take care and have a nice trip . My pleasure . Take care and have a nice trip . , Thanks a lot . My wife and I will be welcoming and looking forward to your visit . Thanks a lot . My wife and I will be welcoming and looking forward to your visit . , Let's call it a deal . Hope to see you again soon . Keep in touch then . Byebye . Let's call it a deal . Hope to see you again soon . Keep in touch then . Byebye . , Goodbye . Thanks again . When can I get high speed internet installed ? , You're going to have to make an appointment . You're going to have to make an appointment . , Can I make one right now ? Can I make one right now ? , When would you like the installation to be done ? When would you like the installation to be done ? , I'm off this Friday . I'm off this Friday . , The only time we can come on Friday is at 3 The only time we can come on Friday is at 3 , I'm going to need it installed earlier than that . I'm going to need it installed earlier than that . ," I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday . " " I'm sorry , but we're booked up on Friday . ", Is Saturday any better ? Is Saturday any better ? , Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ? Saturday is perfect . What time would you like ? , Is 11 Is 11 , That's perfect . See you on Saturday . Do you think chinese families have changed much in the last 50 years ? , I think families everywhere have changed a lot in the last 5 decades . I think families everywhere have changed a lot in the last 5 decades . , What do you think is the biggest change ? What do you think is the biggest change ? ," Well , in the past , three or four generations would live together under the same roof . Nowadays , living in the same city as one's relatives is becoming rare . " " Well , in the past , three or four generations would live together under the same roof . Nowadays , living in the same city as one's relatives is becoming rare . "," That's true . You know , some husbands and wives don't even live in the same city any more . " " That's true . You know , some husbands and wives don't even live in the same city any more . ", Would you consider having your parents live with you when they get older ? Would you consider having your parents live with you when they get older ? , I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned . I'd rather have my parents live with me than live in a retirement room . I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned . I'd rather have my parents live with me than live in a retirement room . ," That's very respectable , but I could never live with my parents . I usually only see them at our christmas celebration — and that's enough ! " " That's very respectable , but I could never live with my parents . I usually only see them at our christmas celebration — and that's enough ! ", How about your other siblings ? Do they spend a lot of time with your parents ? How about your other siblings ? Do they spend a lot of time with your parents ? ," Two of my sisters still live at home , even though they have already graduated from university and have good jobs . They enjoy spending their free time with my parents . I guess in that respect , I'm the black sheep of the family . " " Two of my sisters still live at home , even though they have already graduated from university and have good jobs . They enjoy spending their free time with my parents . I guess in that respect , I'm the black sheep of the family . ", I see . Do your parents ever ask you to come home to visit them more often ? I see . Do your parents ever ask you to come home to visit them more often ? ," They're always asking me to come home , but I think our relationship is better if we keep a distance from each other . Whenever we see each other , all we do is fight . " So I'm on the fifth floor ? How come this hotel has no fourth floor . ," Four is an unlucky number here , Peter.Four sounds like death in Chinese.Hotels often have no fourth floor . " " Four is an unlucky number here , Peter.Four sounds like death in Chinese.Hotels often have no fourth floor . "," I see.Oh , I know what I wanted to ask.How much should I tip this guy ? " " I see.Oh , I know what I wanted to ask.How much should I tip this guy ? "," People don't usually tip here , but you can.Fifty dollars should be more enough . " Hi . You enjoying the party ? ," Yes , actually . I don't really know anyone , but it's a nice place . Are you having a good time ? " " Yes , actually . I don't really know anyone , but it's a nice place . Are you having a good time ? "," Yes . The drinks are very good ! I'm Paul , by the way . " " Yes . The drinks are very good ! I'm Paul , by the way . ", Hello Paul . I'm Jane . So what do you do ? Hello Paul . I'm Jane . So what do you do ? , I'm in finance . You ? I'm in finance . You ? ," Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them . " " Really ? Me , too . I work for an accountancy company , T & D . Maybe you've heard of them . "," T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ? " " T & D ? Oh , yes , sure . How long have you worked there ? ", About two years . And you ? Are you based here ? About two years . And you ? Are you based here ? ," No . Actually , I'm based in Shanghai . I'm just here for the conference . So , T & D eh ... " "Since China was open to the outside world , its trade forms have become much more flexible . One of these commonly used forms is co-production . Would you please do a bit explanation of it , Mr . Walker ? "," Well , under this arrangement two parties cooperate to manufacture a product or a category of products , for example , machine tools for export . Each party produces and supplies a part of the components and parts ; one party is a Chinese enterprise , the other , an overseas firm . Most probably , the foreign counterpart contributes technology and equipment , and sometimes , parts and components , while the Chinese enterprises factory building , labor and other resources to the cooperative production . They join hands and fulfill orders together by an agreement or a contract . " " Well , under this arrangement two parties cooperate to manufacture a product or a category of products , for example , machine tools for export . Each party produces and supplies a part of the components and parts ; one party is a Chinese enterprise , the other , an overseas firm . Most probably , the foreign counterpart contributes technology and equipment , and sometimes , parts and components , while the Chinese enterprises factory building , labor and other resources to the cooperative production . They join hands and fulfill orders together by an agreement or a contract . "," I suppose that the assembling of these components and parts , particularly the marketing of the finished products should take place in China . " " I suppose that the assembling of these components and parts , particularly the marketing of the finished products should take place in China . "," Not necessarily . It depends on the contract stipulations . They may be marketed in the foreign country where the other party is located , or even in a third country . " " Not necessarily . It depends on the contract stipulations . They may be marketed in the foreign country where the other party is located , or even in a third country . "," I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ? " " I think the principle of co-production is to expand export trade . It's a reciprocal business , isn't it ? "," Yes , you are right . Either party is not well-equipped to produce the final products single-handedly , but they can enter into an agreement . In such case , each side contributes different resources to make the manufacture of a certain product or a category of products possible . " It's a beautiful day ! Let's play on those rides in the park . , Sounds like a good idea . I love to play on the jungle gym . Sounds like a good idea . I love to play on the jungle gym . , Me too . I love to play on the swing as well . Swing is my favorite . Me too . I love to play on the swing as well . Swing is my favorite . , That's great . Then we won't fight over taking the same ride . That's great . Then we won't fight over taking the same ride . , Look at the flowers over there . What are they ? Look at the flowers over there . What are they ? ," They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ? " " They are morning glories . They are cute , aren't they ? ", They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park . They are . We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park . , I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond . I think so . Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond . ," If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn . " " If you come to the park in the morning , you can find squirrels running on the lawn . ", It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover . It's really healthy to do some exercise there . The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover . ," Well , off we go . I am sure we can have a great time . " "Here we are , Joan . This is the Palace museum , also known as the Forbidden city . "," Oh , how splendid ! Can you take a picture of me here ? " " Oh , how splendid ! Can you take a picture of me here ? ", Sure . "Can I help you , sir ? ", I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago . I'm here for the backpack you announced several minutes ago . ," OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ? " " OK , take a seat please , sir . First of all , can you show me your ID please ? ", Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . ," OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ? " " OK , could you please tell me what your backpack looks like ? "," Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish . " " Of course , it's a soft leather one , you know , not a sports one that looks childish . ", Mmm ... does it zip closed ? Mmm ... does it zip closed ? ," No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front . " " No , it's straps closed , and it has a buckle in the front . "," OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ? " " OK , can you tell me the distinguishing features of this backpack ? "," Oh , yeah , the brand name . " " Oh , yeah , the brand name . "," So what's it , sir ? " " So what's it , sir ? "," Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner . " " Oh , it's a Polo . It has the logo on the back and at the bottom in the left-hand corner . "," OK , can you name the items in it ? " " OK , can you name the items in it ? "," Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife . " " Well , all the gifts for my family , you know , two pairs of sneakers for my children and a bottle of perfume for my wife . "," OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now . " " OK , sir , I'm sure it's your bag . Thank you for your cooperation . You can have it now . ", Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible . Thank you so much . You guys are really responsible . ," Can I help you , sir ? " "Hey , Karen . Look like you got some sun this weekend . ", Yeah ? I guess so . I spent the weekend at beach . Yeah ? I guess so . I spent the weekend at beach . , That ’ s great . Where did you stay ? That ’ s great . Where did you stay ? ," Some friends of my parents live out there , and they invited me there . " " Some friends of my parents live out there , and they invited me there . "," So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously . " " So , what did you do out there ? I mean besides bask in the sun , obviously . ", I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ’ t get through a whole game before I had to sit down . I jogged up and down the beach and played volleyball . You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand . I couldn ’ t get through a whole game before I had to sit down . , Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ? Not to mention cooler . Did you go swimming ? ," I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees . " " I wanted to , but the water is too cold , and I just wetted in up to my knees . ", It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that . It all sounds so relaxing . I wish I could get away to the beach like that . , It looks like you could use it . Don ’ t tell me you spent the weekend in the library again . "Hello , welcome to prise star hotel . How may I do for you ? "," Hi , yes , I have a reservation . My secretary called and booked a room a couple of weeks ago , the reservation should be for a double bed , none smoking room . " " Hi , yes , I have a reservation . My secretary called and booked a room a couple of weeks ago , the reservation should be for a double bed , none smoking room . ", And what name of reservation made under ? And what name of reservation made under ? , It should be under Steve Johnson . It should be under Steve Johnson . ," Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ? " " Mmm , let me see , it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight , is there any other name that you reservation list under ? "," No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card . " " No , here is the confirmation number , would that help ? It is 898007 , I had the room booked with a visa cord card . "," Ah , yes , here it is , you have a standard double room , non smoking on the 3rd floor , I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don ’ t mind . " "Housekeeping , may I come in ? ", Come in please . Come in please . ," Good coming , sir . May I do your room now ? " " Good coming , sir . May I do your room now ? ", How long will it take ? How long will it take ? , Your room will be ready in half an hour . Your room will be ready in half an hour . ," Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower . " " Well , would you please come back fifteen minutes later ? We are to visit the Tower . "," Of course , sir . Have a good day . " Good.Now what kind of job do you want ? Mr.Wilson ? , I don't mind really.Perhaps a job in a shop or a factory . I don't mind really.Perhaps a job in a shop or a factory . ," Well , I know Brown's Biscuit Factory are looking for a porter.They pay $ 200 a week . " " Well , I know Brown's Biscuit Factory are looking for a porter.They pay $ 200 a week . ", That sounds all right . That sounds all right . , Good.Now here's the address of the factory.The manager's name is ... What kind of car is best for me ? ," For you , I would recommend this one here . " " For you , I would recommend this one here . ", The compact ? Why do you think that one is better than the others ? The compact ? Why do you think that one is better than the others ? ," This automobile is just right for your needs because not only is it compact for ease in city driving , but also , it has many safety features . I know that as a parent , you are concerned about safety in driving your kids to and from school . " " This automobile is just right for your needs because not only is it compact for ease in city driving , but also , it has many safety features . I know that as a parent , you are concerned about safety in driving your kids to and from school . ", That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ? That's true . What kind of safety features are we talking about ? ," This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical . " " This model features anti-lock brakes , airbags on both driver and passenger sides , and impact collision design . But that's not all . This car isn't only safe but it's also very economical . ", You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ? You mean it has a cheaper price than similar models ? ," Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy . " " Yes , this price is very affordable , but driving this car you'll also notice a significant annual saving in gas consumption . The main attraction for this model is the fuel economy . "," With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for . " " With the cost of gasoline these days , that is a big plus . I think this model may be just what I'm looking for . "," Why don't you take it for a test drive , and think it over . " Can I help you ? , I'd like to buy some Chinese-style cakes . Could you recommend me some ? I'd like to buy some Chinese-style cakes . Could you recommend me some ? , Certainly . What about moon cake ? It's typical Chinese food . Certainly . What about moon cake ? It's typical Chinese food . , Moon cakes ? What is that ? Moon cakes ? What is that ? , The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony . The moon cake is round and looks like the full moon . That's why it's called the moon cake and the moon cake symbolizes family reunion and harmony . , Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people . Sounds very interesting . I'll buy some to family people . ," All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style . " " All the moon cakes are generally classified into two styles , Cantonese style and Suzhou style . ", What's the difference between these two styles ? What's the difference between these two styles ? , The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts . The skin of Cantonese style cakes is soft and puffy with heavy stuffing while the skin of Suzhou style cakes is puffy filled with fragrant nuts . , Get me some of each . Get me some of each . ," OK , here you are . " "Excuse me , can you tell me the name of the book you read ? ", Harry Potter . Harry Potter . , Harry Potter ? Is that book funny ? Harry Potter ? Is that book funny ? ," Actually , the language itself is not so funny , but you can imagine the scene , that's funny . " " Actually , the language itself is not so funny , but you can imagine the scene , that's funny . ", Got it . Got it . , Have you ever read this book before ? Have you ever read this book before ? ," No , but my little brother likes it very much . " " No , but my little brother likes it very much . ", It's really a good book . You will like it too . It's really a good book . You will like it too . ," I'll try to read it . Actually , I like literature very much . " " I'll try to read it . Actually , I like literature very much . "," Wow , that sounds like a scholar . By the way , who's your favorite writer ? " " Wow , that sounds like a scholar . By the way , who's your favorite writer ? ", Jane Austen . Jane Austen . , Me too . Pride and Prejudice is my favorite . Me too . Pride and Prejudice is my favorite . , I like it too . But Sense and Sensibility is my favorite . You won't believe what just happened . , What ? What ? ," I went down to change some money , right ? " " I went down to change some money , right ? ", Yes . We need some . How much did you change ? Yes . We need some . How much did you change ? , I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate . I wanted to change around 5000 dollars . And you know the exchange rate . ," Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ? " " Yes , it's about 35 pesos for every Taiwan dollar , right ? ", Not today . Not today . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board.At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something . " " I went into the bank with my money , and I looked at the exchange board.At first I couldn't believe it . I thought I was reading the board wrong or something . ", Why ? Why ? , Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar . Because the board said 60 pesos for every Taiwan dollar . , Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ? Sixty ? That's too much . How can that be ? , I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense . I thought it was wrong too . It didn't make sense . , Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ? Just two days ago it was 35 . How can it be 60 ? ," So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true.They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar . " " So , I went up to the teller and started to exchange the money . And it's true.They really gave me sixty pesos for the dollar . ", That's amazing ! Really ? How could it change so much in two days ? What can I do for you ? , I would like to file a complaint . I would like to file a complaint . , What happened ? What happened ? , I was robbed . I was robbed . , When did this happen ? When did this happen ? , It happened this morning . It happened this morning . , What was taken from you ? What was taken from you ? , My wallet and my cell phone . My wallet and my cell phone . , Were you able to get a look at this person's face ? Were you able to get a look at this person's face ? ," Yes , I was . " " Yes , I was . ", Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ? Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up ? , That would be easy . I have just had my new paper published . , You have done excellent work . You have done excellent work . , I'm going to Britain . I'm going to Britain . , Really ? How did you get the chance ? Really ? How did you get the chance ? , I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD . I have been accepted by Oxford University on PhD . , My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University . My warmest congratulations on your entering the Oxford University . , I really appreciate your kind words . "Hello , I really appreciate the opportunity to interview for this position . "," I was wondering if you like team projects , or projects that you work on alone . " " I was wondering if you like team projects , or projects that you work on alone . ", I like to work on group projects that value and need each individual ’ s contributions . I like to work on group projects that value and need each individual ’ s contributions . , Are you most interested in a good steady job with benefits or one that will allow you to quickly advance ? Are you most interested in a good steady job with benefits or one that will allow you to quickly advance ? , I have children so a steady job is important but I would like a chance to advance . I have children so a steady job is important but I would like a chance to advance . , How would you feel about relocating to another state ? How would you feel about relocating to another state ? ," I could not relocate in the next year , but might be open to it in the future . " " I could not relocate in the next year , but might be open to it in the future . ", Do you know how much this job offers per year ? Do you know how much this job offers per year ? ," A minimum of 75,000 per year . " " A minimum of 75,000 per year . "," OK , well , that ’ s all I need to know for now . If something comes up , we ’ ll be contacting you . " Do you have any hats ? ," Yes , we do . I'll show you several kinds . " " Yes , we do . I'll show you several kinds . ", I like both of the two hats . Can you give me a discount if I buy both of them I like both of the two hats . Can you give me a discount if I buy both of them ," Sure , we'll take 20 % off the price . " " Sure , we'll take 20 % off the price . ", I like this colour and it is very bright . I like this colour and it is very bright . ," This color is becoming to you , too . " " This color is becoming to you , too . "," Yes , I think so . How much are they ? " " Yes , I think so . How much are they ? "," The pink one is 30 yuan , and the purple one is 35 yuan . " What is your temperature now ? , My temperature is 39 degrees centigrade . My temperature is 39 degrees centigrade . , How high was your temperature yesterday ? How high was your temperature yesterday ? , I didn't take my temperature but I felt feverish . I didn't take my temperature but I felt feverish . , Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen . Will you open your mouth ? Your throat is swollen . ," Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat . " " Doctor , I can't eat any foods because I had a sore throat . ", You seem to have a cold . I'll give your an injection and let me write down your prescription . "Hello , how can I be of service ? ", Hello . I'm not sure who I need to speak to . I got this 50 yuan note today and it seems a little odd to me . Hello . I'm not sure who I need to speak to . I got this 50 yuan note today and it seems a little odd to me . , The first thing we do is check the feel of the paper ;d oes it feel too thick or too thin ? Then we check the watermark . In my opinion it is counterfeit . I'll just run it through the scanner to double check . The first thing we do is check the feel of the paper ;d oes it feel too thick or too thin ? Then we check the watermark . In my opinion it is counterfeit . I'll just run it through the scanner to double check . , What happens now ? What happens now ? ," Well , it's our policy to confiscate all counterfeit notes . So , unfortunately you'll lose this 50 RIB . We'll give you a receipt to show the note has been confiscated . " "Mr . Bryant ? Hi , I'm Mike from Florence Incorporated . I'll glad you made it okay . How was your flight ? "," It was pretty bumpy , also a bit long , all together about 5 hours . " " It was pretty bumpy , also a bit long , all together about 5 hours . "," That is a long flight . You had a layover too , is that right ? You must be tired . " " That is a long flight . You had a layover too , is that right ? You must be tired . ", Actually I feel quite rested . I was able to sleep on the plane . Actually I feel quite rested . I was able to sleep on the plane . ," Good ! Here , let me help you with your bag . Is it your first time to Seattle ? I'd be happy to take you around this city and show you the sights tonight if you're up to it . " " Good ! Here , let me help you with your bag . Is it your first time to Seattle ? I'd be happy to take you around this city and show you the sights tonight if you're up to it . ", That will be very nice . You're too kind . That will be very nice . You're too kind . ," I've already made a hotel reservation for you , let's go to the hotel first and drop off your things . Then , I'd like to have a drink so that we can get better acquainted . I've booked a table at an exclusive restaurant downtown . Afterwards , I've made arrangements to take you to see the city lights . Seattle ’ s nightlife can be really quite exciting . How does that schedule sound to you ? " " I've already made a hotel reservation for you , let's go to the hotel first and drop off your things . Then , I'd like to have a drink so that we can get better acquainted . I've booked a table at an exclusive restaurant downtown . Afterwards , I've made arrangements to take you to see the city lights . Seattle ’ s nightlife can be really quite exciting . How does that schedule sound to you ? ", Sounds great . Thank you for your hospitality . I want to buy a wallet . , Here are all the wallets with various designs . How about this one ? It is quite fashionable . Here are all the wallets with various designs . How about this one ? It is quite fashionable . , May I pick it up ? May I pick it up ? , Of course . Of course . , Do you have one of better quality ? Do you have one of better quality ? ," This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive . " " This one is much better , but it is also much more expensive . ", There is no problem about the price . How much is it ? There is no problem about the price . How much is it ? , Two hundred and thirty-five yuan . Two hundred and thirty-five yuan . ," OK , I'll take it . " "Daniel , would you like to have a look at my dorm ? "," Of course , I'd like to . " " Of course , I'd like to . "," It is a small room , just for 4 people . " " It is a small room , just for 4 people . ", What is in it ? What is in it ? ," It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright . " " It only has 4 beds and 4 writing desks , but it is spacious and bright . ", Do you get along with your roommates ? Do you get along with your roommates ? , Of course . They are very friendly . Of course . They are very friendly . , Which floor are you on ? Which floor are you on ? ," We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony . " " We are on the 5th floor , and there's a very nice view from the balcony . "," Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout . " " Oh , you can climb the stairs as a workout . "," Yes , that's a good idea . " " Yes , that's a good idea . "," Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room . " " Wow , your roommates are cleaning the room . ", Let's give them a hand . There are so many environment problems in the world today . Do you think we can really solve them all or will destroy the world ? ," I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan of action , but I doubt it ’ ll happen before it ’ s too late . " " I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan of action , but I doubt it ’ ll happen before it ’ s too late . "," We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ’ s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ’ s expensive . Developing countries " " We need to solve the problem of air pollution before we destroy the atmosphere . There ’ s lots of clean , modern technology , but companies in developed countries say it ’ s expensive . Developing countries "," Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ’ s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ’ re not thinking a " " Everyone is looking at the issue in the short term , rather than the long term . It ’ s the same with the destruction of the rainforests . Countries and companies just want the wood . They ’ re not thinking a "," In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e " " In other parts of the world , especially in Africa , there is a problem with desertification . Climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert . In means that people cannot grow e ", It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people . It also means that people sometimes fight over the farmland that remains . Damaging the environment actually leads to conflict between people . , Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment . Have you ever thought about joining an organization committed to protecting the environment ? You could get involved with projects to improve the environment . , I think I ’ d like to do that . I could take the things I learn here back to my country when I have finished my studies . I can't finish this steak . , That's all right . Hi . My minibar is empty . ," You already finished off everything , sir ? " " You already finished off everything , sir ? ", I finished off everything . I finished off everything . , Would you like anything in particular ? Would you like anything in particular ? , The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each . The Perrier and the Jim Beam . Let me have three more of each . ," Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ? " " Beam and Perrier . Anything else , sir ? "," I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please . " " I really loved the apples in my room . Bring me a few more , please . ", Sure thing . Might there by anything else ? Sure thing . Might there by anything else ? ," Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too . " " Oh , yes , speaking of fruit , bring me some grape juice , too . "," Perrier , Jim Beam , apples , and grape juice . It will all be there shortly , sir . " "Hi , Susan ! "," Hi , Lily ! How is everything ? " " Hi , Lily ! How is everything ? ", Not so well . I've come down with the flu . Not so well . I've come down with the flu . , I ’ m sorry to hear that.Take care of yourself . I ’ m sorry to hear that.Take care of yourself . , Thank you . Do you think I still fashionable in this dress ? , I think so . Blue is still very fashionable at the moment . I think so . Blue is still very fashionable at the moment . ," This style came out last year , though . I like the dress , but I ’ m not sure whether last year ’ s fashions will be same this year . " " This style came out last year , though . I like the dress , but I ’ m not sure whether last year ’ s fashions will be same this year . ", I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years . People don ’ t change fashions every year . It would be too expensive . I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years . People don ’ t change fashions every year . It would be too expensive . ," Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it . " " Yes . Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year , but only rich people can do it . ", There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes . There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes . ," I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ’ t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy . " " I wish I could be one of those people , but my budget simply doesn ’ t stretch that far . I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy . ", I know what you mean . The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children . The we ’ ll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes ! "Are you ready to order , sir ? ", What's the special here ? What's the special here ? ," We have steamed chicken , braised pork and Beijing roast duck and so on . Here's the menu . What would you like to have ? " " We have steamed chicken , braised pork and Beijing roast duck and so on . Here's the menu . What would you like to have ? "," Well , let's try some braised pork , sweet and sour fish and some fried beans . " " Well , let's try some braised pork , sweet and sour fish and some fried beans . ", Would you like anything to drink ? Would you like anything to drink ? , Just some soft drinks and only a bottle of beer . Just some soft drinks and only a bottle of beer . ," All right . Wait for a moment , please . " What can I do for you ? ," Yes , I made a reservation for 3 days for April 3rd to 6th , and my name is Sara . " " Yes , I made a reservation for 3 days for April 3rd to 6th , and my name is Sara . "," Yes , what's the problem ? " " Yes , what's the problem ? "," Well , I want to extend it for 2 more nights . " " Well , I want to extend it for 2 more nights . ", So you will stay until 9th ? So you will stay until 9th ? , Yes . Yes . ," OK , we'll make the correction for you . " " OK , we'll make the correction for you . ", Thank you . Hi.Mike . ," Hi , Peter ! How are you ? " " Hi , Peter ! How are you ? "," Fine , thanks.And you ? " " Fine , thanks.And you ? "," Very well , thanks . " "Hello everyone ! I ’ m Rick Fields , and here with me is Bob Copeland . "," Howdy folks , and welcome to today ’ s game ! You know , Rick , today is a key game between Russia and Canada . As you know , the winner will move on to the finals . " " Howdy folks , and welcome to today ’ s game ! You know , Rick , today is a key game between Russia and Canada . As you know , the winner will move on to the finals . "," That ’ s right , and it looks like we ’ re just about ready to start the match . The ref is calling the players for the face-off ... and here we go ! The Russians win possession and immediately set up their attack ! Federal gets checked hard into the boards ! " " That ’ s right , and it looks like we ’ re just about ready to start the match . The ref is calling the players for the face-off ... and here we go ! The Russians win possession and immediately set up their attack ! Federal gets checked hard into the boards ! "," Maurice Richard has the puck now , and passes it to the center . He shoots ! Wow what a save by the goalie ! " " Maurice Richard has the puck now , and passes it to the center . He shoots ! Wow what a save by the goalie ! "," Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ’ t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores . " " Alright , the puck is back in play now . Pavel Bure is on a breakaway ! He is flying down the ice ! The defenders can ’ t keep up ! Slap shot ! He scores . ", What an amazing goal ! "Hi , Mary , long time no see . ", I heard through the grapevine that your getting married . I heard through the grapevine that your getting married . ," Yes , next March . " " Yes , next March . "," Congratulations , I hope everything works out . " Would you help me figure out what to do about the office party ? ," I would be happy to help . What would you like me to help with , food or entertainment ? " " I would be happy to help . What would you like me to help with , food or entertainment ? ", I would like to help you with both . I would like to help you with both . ," That will work out fine . To make sure everything goes together , do you think this party should be casual or dressy ? " " That will work out fine . To make sure everything goes together , do you think this party should be casual or dressy ? ", A dressy party would be fun ! A dressy party would be fun ! , That will work out fine . Do you think that Chinese or Continental food would be best ? That will work out fine . Do you think that Chinese or Continental food would be best ? , We should probably have both . We should probably have both . ," Yes , that will work out fine . Should we hire a band or bring in a DJ ? " " Yes , that will work out fine . Should we hire a band or bring in a DJ ? ", Maybe we could do both ! Maybe we could do both ! , Everything sounds great then ! I'll meet you back here on Friday to discuss the details . "Good morning . What can I do for you , sir ? ", Good morning . I'd like to have a haircut . Good morning . I'd like to have a haircut . , Very well . Please sit down here . Do you want me to cut your hair very close ? Very well . Please sit down here . Do you want me to cut your hair very close ? ," Please cut the sides shorter , but not so much at the back . " " Please cut the sides shorter , but not so much at the back . "," It's such a hot season , isn't it ? May I suggest thinning out the top ? " " It's such a hot season , isn't it ? May I suggest thinning out the top ? ", That's a good idea . But leave the front as it is now . That's a good idea . But leave the front as it is now . , ( several minutes later ) Now it's done . Is it satisfactory ? ( several minutes later ) Now it's done . Is it satisfactory ? ," Very good , thanks . " " Very good , thanks . "," Anything else I can do for you , sir ? " " Anything else I can do for you , sir ? "," No , thanks . " I don't think the teacher had a right to say that.The teacher was wrong to have accused her in front of the whole class . ," You've got to be joking ! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants , and if she saw Myra cheating , she certainly had the right to say so . " " You've got to be joking ! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants , and if she saw Myra cheating , she certainly had the right to say so . "," I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately . " " I agree she had the right to say something , but I feel she should have done it privately . "," You're right.If I were the teacher , I wouldn't have done that . " What do you think about studying in the U . S . ? ," Well , for many international students , coming to the United States and living here and studying can be quite a daunting experience , especially when finding a house on campus or off campus . " " Well , for many international students , coming to the United States and living here and studying can be quite a daunting experience , especially when finding a house on campus or off campus . ", Do you have any advice ? Do you have any advice ? ," I think first of all for first-time students , coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security . " " I think first of all for first-time students , coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus . " " Uh , when you live off campus , there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus . ", I will think over your advice . I will think over your advice . ," Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck ! " " Well , of course , the choice is up to you . Good luck ! ", I really appreciate your help . When do you want to have the open house party ? , How about next Friday ? How about next Friday ? , Friday sounds good . Friday sounds good . , How do you feel about hiring that clown to come and entertain the kids ? How do you feel about hiring that clown to come and entertain the kids ? , I like that . Then the adults will be more free to mingle and relax . I like that . Then the adults will be more free to mingle and relax . , That's what I was thinking . That's what I was thinking . ," I'm so excited . Finally , a yard of my own . " " I'm so excited . Finally , a yard of my own . ", Do you feel like a king in your castle ? What's the deal with the Asia area sales ? Did you have a chance to look at any other reports that came in from the branch offices ? ," We got numbers back from our offices in Beijing , Hong Kong , Taipei , Singapore and Tokyo , we're waiting on Bangkok and Kula Lumpur . " " We got numbers back from our offices in Beijing , Hong Kong , Taipei , Singapore and Tokyo , we're waiting on Bangkok and Kula Lumpur . ", What do the preliminary figures tell you ? Any kinds of trends going on for the branches in the Far East ? What do the preliminary figures tell you ? Any kinds of trends going on for the branches in the Far East ? ," It's hard to say , because the branches are located in diversity different countries , cultural and social influences will definitely play a part in the success of the product in the various markets . " " It's hard to say , because the branches are located in diversity different countries , cultural and social influences will definitely play a part in the success of the product in the various markets . ", For example ? For example ? ," For instance , some products that do very well in Tokyo branch are a flop in Malaysia.We ' re talking about different people with different lifestyles and different needs . Each of the branches takes these types of things into consideration when they compile their reports and their marketing plans . " I'm after some chinese incense burner ? How's this one ? , How's this one ? How's this one ? ," Oh , I need a small one , otherwise my luggage will be overweight . " " Oh , I need a small one , otherwise my luggage will be overweight . ", What about this one ? What about this one ? ," Oh , this is fine . " "Good evening , Mr . Lee and thank you for choosing our airline . We have just discovered that this flight is overbooked . Would you like to volunteer to give up your seat ? ", Overbooked ? Give up my seat ? I don ’ t understand . Overbooked ? Give up my seat ? I don ’ t understand . , From time to time we have a situation in which there are more passengers than there are seats on the aircraft . That ’ s overbooked . From time to time we have a situation in which there are more passengers than there are seats on the aircraft . That ’ s overbooked . ," I know what overbooked is , I just don ’ t understand how that could happen ? " " I know what overbooked is , I just don ’ t understand how that could happen ? "," Actually it ’ s a common practice to overbook , as passengers often don ’ t take their flight as scheduled . Most of the time there is no problem but today , more passengers arrived than we have seats , " " Actually it ’ s a common practice to overbook , as passengers often don ’ t take their flight as scheduled . Most of the time there is no problem but today , more passengers arrived than we have seats , ", So who has to stay behind ? So who has to stay behind ? ," Well , first we ask for volunteers . If someone like yourself volunteers , they receive a free round trip ticket to be used within one year . If no one volunteers we just have to select someone . " " Well , first we ask for volunteers . If someone like yourself volunteers , they receive a free round trip ticket to be used within one year . If no one volunteers we just have to select someone . ", Ok . I ’ ll volunteer . I could use a free ticket ! Employees in this company have to have a good command of English . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ? ," Yes , I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English . " " Yes , I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English . "," Well , then , please tell me about your English education . " " Well , then , please tell me about your English education . ", I have been studying English since junior high school . And I majored in English in college . I have been studying English since junior high school . And I majored in English in college . ," I see , do you speak any other languages ? " " I see , do you speak any other languages ? "," Yes , I speak a little French and Japanese . " I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job . ," Well , if I were you , I'd go on studying . " " Well , if I were you , I'd go on studying . ", But I don't even know what to study . But I don't even know what to study . ," If I had chance again , I'd major in English . You're good at language . " " If I had chance again , I'd major in English . You're good at language . ", That's what my parents want me to do . That's what my parents want me to do . ," You should take their advice . They know what's best for you.But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing . " " You should take their advice . They know what's best for you.But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun , while I spend all my time doing reading and writing . "," But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun . " " But if you go to university , you'll still have time for fun . "," Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age . " " Hm , what you say makes sense . But you know , I still have to ask my parents for pocket money , and I hate to do so at this age . "," And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too . " " And if you try to find a part-time job , you'll have some money too . ", You're right . Thank you for the advice . is that your rabbit ? ," yes , I just adopted her from the humane society this weekend . " " yes , I just adopted her from the humane society this weekend . ", that's good of you . why did you decide to get a rabbit . that's good of you . why did you decide to get a rabbit . ," well , i wanted to get a pet that wouldn't disturb the neighbors . at the same time , I wanted a pet that would be affectionate . " " well , i wanted to get a pet that wouldn't disturb the neighbors . at the same time , I wanted a pet that would be affectionate . "," rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ? " " rabbits aren't usually that affectionate , are they ? "," if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats . " " if you cuddle them a lot when they are very young , they can be just as affectionate as dogs or cats . ", i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ? i didn't know that . Are rabbits difficult to take care of ? ," not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its " " not really . I went to the veterinarian to get her vaccinated and she told me that all I needed to do was to make sure to trim its nails from time to time , to give her food and water , and to clean its ", that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ? that sounds pretty easy . Do rabbits make your house smell ? ," No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad . " " No , rabbits aren't very stinky . As long as your clean the cage on a regular basis , it's not too bad . ", can you train a rabbit to do things ? can you train a rabbit to do things ? ," you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet . " " you can't train them like you can train dogs , but you can train them to do some things . For example , you can train them to go the bathroom in a special rabbit toilet . ", that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ? that's amazing ! Has she bitten you yet ? , not yet . She's pretty tame . I think she must be used to being around lots of different people . I ’ m sure you never dare to go against your wife . , Why should I go against her ? She always seems to have better ideas . Why should I go against her ? She always seems to have better ideas . , Have you ever got the goods on her for wrong doings ? Have you ever got the goods on her for wrong doings ? , Get the goods on her ? She never allows me to go to her office . And she is a good woman . She has been faithful all these years . Get the goods on her ? She never allows me to go to her office . And she is a good woman . She has been faithful all these years . ," Well , it ’ s nice to have a husband like you . " A beautiful center ! , And good shot ! And good shot ! , A goal ! What can I do for you today ? , I would like to use a computer . I would like to use a computer . , Do you have your library card ? Do you have your library card ? , I sure do . I sure do . , There is a wait for the computers . There is a wait for the computers . , That ’ s all right . That ’ s all right . , You need to print your name on this list . You need to print your name on this list . , Okay . Now what ? Okay . Now what ? ," Once a computer is available , I will let you know . " " Once a computer is available , I will let you know . ", How am I supposed to log on to the computer ? How am I supposed to log on to the computer ? , All you do is type in the number on the back of your card . All you do is type in the number on the back of your card . , That ’ s it ? Thank you very much . Good morning . More Hotel . At your service . ," good morning ! I'd like to make a reservation , please . Do you have any rooms available for the next week ? " " good morning ! I'd like to make a reservation , please . Do you have any rooms available for the next week ? ", All right . Single-room or double-room ? All right . Single-room or double-room ? ," Double-room , please . It's for an American couple . " " Double-room , please . It's for an American couple . "," Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ? " " Hold on , please . Let me check the bookings . Yes , we have double-rooms available . What kind of room would you like , sir ? "," I'd like a room with a nice view , please . " " I'd like a room with a nice view , please . ", We have a nice garden-view room . We have a nice garden-view room . , Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ? Good . I'll take that one . Is there a bar in your hotel ? ," Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning . " " Yes , sir . And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning . "," Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ? " " Party all night ? Hotel California ? No kidding . Anyway , what's the room charge ? ", 888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . “ Northern Star ” buffet ! What's there arriving time ? 888 Yuan per night . With breakfast . “ Northern Star ” buffet ! What's there arriving time ? ," They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday . " " They turn up around 4p . m . next Monday , and they check out on next Sunday . ", I see . May I have your name and phone number ? I see . May I have your name and phone number ? , Yes . 6710121 3 . Benjamin . Good evening . Welcome to Mansion Hotel . , I have a reservation . My name is Rodgers . I have a reservation . My name is Rodgers . ," Last name , Rodgers ? " " Last name , Rodgers ? ", Yes . Yes . ," Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ? " " Very well . Welcome , Mr . Rodgers . Would you please fill out the registration card ? How are you doing today ? "," 0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here . " " 0h , good . I have a long day and it's good to get here . "," Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ? " " Mr . Rodgers , how would you handle your account ? "," My credit card , please . " " My credit card , please . "," I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you . " " I will check to see if there any messages for you ? Well , here is one message for you . "," Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call . " " Thank you . I have an 8 o ' clock appointment tomorrow morning , I would like a wake-up call . "," Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ? " " Certainly , I can take care of that for you . What time would you like the wake-up call ? ", 7 a . m . 7 a . m . ," Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know . " " Mr . Rodgers , this is George . He will take care of your luggage and show you to your room . If there is anything I can do for you , please let me know . "," OK , I'll do that . " " OK , I'll do that . ", Have a pleasant stay . I'd like to make a reservation to Rome . , When are you planning to go ? When are you planning to go ? ," I'm supposed to be in Rome on the morning of the fourteenth , but I'd rather get there on the evening of the thirteenth . " " I'm supposed to be in Rome on the morning of the fourteenth , but I'd rather get there on the evening of the thirteenth . ", What time would you like to leave ? What time would you like to leave ? ," Late in the afternoon , after work . " " Late in the afternoon , after work . ", We have a flight at four thirty . We have a flight at four thirty . , That's too early . I don't get out of work until five . Do you have a later flight ? That's too early . I don't get out of work until five . Do you have a later flight ? , The next flight is at five fifteen and there's another at six thirty . The next flight is at five fifteen and there's another at six thirty . , I'd better take the six thirty . It takes quite a while to get to the airport . I'd better take the six thirty . It takes quite a while to get to the airport . ," Yes , we have a seat available on that flight on the thirteenth . " " Yes , we have a seat available on that flight on the thirteenth . "," Oh , good . What time does the flight get to Rome ? " " Oh , good . What time does the flight get to Rome ? ", The flight only takes an hour and a half . It arrives at eight o'clock . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to buy a Walkman . Can you tell me about the models you have ? " " Yes , I would like to buy a Walkman . Can you tell me about the models you have ? "," Well , we have a lot of models here.Did you want to listen to CD's or cassettes or the radio ? " " Well , we have a lot of models here.Did you want to listen to CD's or cassettes or the radio ? ", Mostly cassette tapes . Mostly cassette tapes . , Alright . There are several models you may want to look at.This Kreng portable cassette player is very good . Alright . There are several models you may want to look at.This Kreng portable cassette player is very good . , Kreng ? I've never heard of that company . Kreng ? I've never heard of that company . ," It's a German company.This unit has auto-reverse , recording capability , and an AM / FM radio band.It also has a built-in microphone . " " It's a German company.This unit has auto-reverse , recording capability , and an AM / FM radio band.It also has a built-in microphone . ", I suppose I don't want that one then . I don't like auto-reverse . It breaks too easily . I suppose I don't want that one then . I don't like auto-reverse . It breaks too easily . , Really ? Have you had an auto-reverse break before ? Really ? Have you had an auto-reverse break before ? ," Yes , twice now . I think it's too high-tech , and so it's the first part that breaks . " " Yes , twice now . I think it's too high-tech , and so it's the first part that breaks . "," Hmm . You know , the problem might be dust . Did you clean the unit often ? " " Hmm . You know , the problem might be dust . Did you clean the unit often ? "," Well . No , I didn't clean it.But still , I only had the last one two months , and it broke . I don't trust auto-reverse . " " Well . No , I didn't clean it.But still , I only had the last one two months , and it broke . I don't trust auto-reverse . "," Alright . Well . We have many units without auto-reverse.Here is a good unit . Very reliable.It has an AM / FM band , built-in microphone , recording capability , and no auto-reverse . " " Alright . Well . We have many units without auto-reverse.Here is a good unit . Very reliable.It has an AM / FM band , built-in microphone , recording capability , and no auto-reverse . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , This one sells for $ 39.99 . This one sells for $ 39.99 . , Can I test it out ? Can I test it out ? , Of course . Of course . , It sounds great . I'll take it . It sounds great . I'll take it . , Fine . I think you'll be happy with it . It's a very good unit . Very reliable . I'll go get you a new one in a box . I will be back in just a moment . Fine . I think you'll be happy with it . It's a very good unit . Very reliable . I'll go get you a new one in a box . I will be back in just a moment . , Thanks . How was your flight from Hong Kong ? , Okay . What time is the meeting tomorrow ? Okay . What time is the meeting tomorrow ? , 10:30 . I'll pick you up at the hotel at 10:00 . : 10:30 . "So , tell me , what makes you think we should give you a raise ? "," I've got several good reasons . I've been here several years , my work has proven to be good , and I've noticed that people in comparable jobs get paid more than I do . " " I've got several good reasons . I've been here several years , my work has proven to be good , and I've noticed that people in comparable jobs get paid more than I do . "," Salaries are confidential , how do you know how much money these "" other people "" make ? " " Salaries are confidential , how do you know how much money these "" other people "" make ? "," Well , I've noticed all the new cars around here , for one thing . " " Well , I've noticed all the new cars around here , for one thing . "," Those are company cars provided to the sales staff for their business trips . Also , some employees receive sales commissions . So good salesmen will naturally earn more . " " Those are company cars provided to the sales staff for their business trips . Also , some employees receive sales commissions . So good salesmen will naturally earn more . "," That's understandable . Well , rather than comparing my salary with someone else's , perhaps we could talk about my job performance . Surely you've noticed the extra hours I've put in recently ? " " That's understandable . Well , rather than comparing my salary with someone else's , perhaps we could talk about my job performance . Surely you've noticed the extra hours I've put in recently ? "," I see your point . However , it might be hard to get a raise approved . Profits were down last quarter , and the whole company is tightening its belt , so anything that affects the annual budget " " I see your point . However , it might be hard to get a raise approved . Profits were down last quarter , and the whole company is tightening its belt , so anything that affects the annual budget "," That would be very good of you , Mr . White . " "Ticket , please.Do you have a seat preference ? "," Yes . I want a window seat definitely , in the smoking section . " " Yes . I want a window seat definitely , in the smoking section . ", Sure . Please put your baggage on scale . Sure . Please put your baggage on scale . , What's the weight limit ? What's the weight limit ? , 20kg.Yours is not overweight . Here is your boarding pass and baggage tag.Please go to the satellite hall to wait for boarding . 20kg.Yours is not overweight . Here is your boarding pass and baggage tag.Please go to the satellite hall to wait for boarding . , Thank you . are you ready for your first driving lesson ? , yes . Which one is the brake again ? yes . Which one is the brake again ? , the pedal on your left is the brake and the one on your right is the gas . the pedal on your left is the brake and the one on your right is the gas . , I ’ m glad this car is an automatic . I don't like having to change gears . I ’ m glad this car is an automatic . I don't like having to change gears . , automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on . automatics are very simple to drive . The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on . , you should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ’ s seat ! you should also put yours on . you never know what will happen with me in the driver ’ s seat ! , very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ? very funny . Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror . Can you see out of them ? ," I can ’ t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ? " " I can ’ t see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car . Could you move it forward a bit , please ? ", how ’ s that ? how ’ s that ? , that ’ s better . Now what ? that ’ s better . Now what ? , check your petrol situation . check your petrol situation . , the tank is almost empty . I guess I ’ ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up . the tank is almost empty . I guess I ’ ll drive to the petrol station to fill it up . ," that ’ s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway . " " that ’ s a good idea . Put your keys in the ignition , start it up , put the car in reserve , wait for the road to be clear , and then back out of the driveway . ", I got it . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll get you there in one piece . I got it . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll get you there in one piece . ," remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies ! " " remember , no honking this time . The horn is only for emergencies ! ", why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on ? "Hey man , what do you have on tap ? ", Heineken and Budweiser . We have a two-for-one happy hour special . Heineken and Budweiser . We have a two-for-one happy hour special . ," Cool , give me a pint of Heineken and half a pint of Bud . " " Cool , give me a pint of Heineken and half a pint of Bud . ", Okay ... A pint of Heineken and and half a pint of bud for table six ! And what about some appetizers ? Okay ... A pint of Heineken and and half a pint of bud for table six ! And what about some appetizers ? , Sure ! Let ’ s have some nachos and mozzarella sticks . Sure ! Let ’ s have some nachos and mozzarella sticks . , Okay . That ’ ll be 80 bucks . Okay . That ’ ll be 80 bucks . , Wait ... What ! How do I apply to an American university ? ," You should go to the library to find some information about American universities , and write to the Admission Office . Then the Admission Office will send you application forms and other related materials . From experience , many applicants write to several universities instead of just one . " " You should go to the library to find some information about American universities , and write to the Admission Office . Then the Admission Office will send you application forms and other related materials . From experience , many applicants write to several universities instead of just one . ", I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply . I was told that it took a lot of time and effort to apply . ," That is true . I ’ ll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It ’ s usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars . " " That is true . I ’ ll list for you the requirements of almost all the universities . First of all , you need official transcripts of your undergraduate work , three letters of recommendation from your professors who know your competence , and the official TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language ) score ( It ’ s usually 550 ) . Then you need a financial guarantee , and an application fee of 25 dollars . ", What's to come next ? What's to come next ? ," If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing . " " If they agree to enroll you , they will send you a TAP - 66 Form . With TAP - 66 , you can apply for a passport from our government , and then apply for a visa from the US . Embassy in Beijing . ", How long will it take to go over all the procedures ? How long will it take to go over all the procedures ? , From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well . From 3 to 6 months if everything goes well . , Thank you . I appreciate your help . Thank you . I appreciate your help . , You are welcome . Please feel free to ask if you have any more questions . "Hello , 332440 . "," Oh hello , Sally . This is Dave Thomson here . Could I speak to Jim please ? " " Oh hello , Sally . This is Dave Thomson here . Could I speak to Jim please ? ", I'm afraid he's not in at the moment Dave . He went out about an hour ago and he's not back yet . I'm afraid he's not in at the moment Dave . He went out about an hour ago and he's not back yet . , Any idea when he might be back ? Any idea when he might be back ? ," Well , he shouldn't be long . He said he was just going to get some paint . But I wouldn't be surprised if he's stopped off at the pub on the way back . " " Well , he shouldn't be long . He said he was just going to get some paint . But I wouldn't be surprised if he's stopped off at the pub on the way back . "," OK . well , tell him I've called , will you , and I'll try again later . " " OK . well , tell him I've called , will you , and I'll try again later . "," All right . Goodbye , Dave . " " All right . Goodbye , Dave . ", Thanks then Sally . Goodbye . Would you please tell me about the Fortune magazine ? , It was chosen as the most popular magazine of the year . It was chosen as the most popular magazine of the year . , Do you like it personally ? Do you like it personally ? ," As far as the language is concerned , it's worth reading . " Does Mr . Schmidt know he's going to become a father ? ," No , and I have no way of getting ahold of him ! There's no phone where he's at ! " " No , and I have no way of getting ahold of him ! There's no phone where he's at ! "," Well , he has a surprise waiting for him when he gets back , doesn't he ! " " Well , he has a surprise waiting for him when he gets back , doesn't he ! ", My older sister Judy will be here soon to help . She already has a boy and a girl of her own ... My older sister Judy will be here soon to help . She already has a boy and a girl of her own ... , I just saw a red van pulling into the driveway . Is that her ? "Happy birthday , Lillian . Here's a little present I bought for you . "," Thank you , Paul . " Do you want a shampoo ? , Yes . Yes . , What brand do you prefer ? What brand do you prefer ? , An ordinary one will do.Would you put me under a hot dryer after that ? I'm in a hurry . An ordinary one will do.Would you put me under a hot dryer after that ? I'm in a hurry . ," All right , miss.This one is very hot . I'll come to turn it off in fifteen minutes.Will that be alright ? " " All right , miss.This one is very hot . I'll come to turn it off in fifteen minutes.Will that be alright ? ", OK . Do you know what exporters consider ? ," Well , they consider some distinct but related problems , such as seeking for a target market or locating the promising customer . An exporter needs to know about the social characteristics of people he is dealing with . " " Well , they consider some distinct but related problems , such as seeking for a target market or locating the promising customer . An exporter needs to know about the social characteristics of people he is dealing with . ", Could you talk about it in detail ? Could you talk about it in detail ? ," Ok . You need to know what they like or dislike , what religions they follow . Especially you need to know how they behave , their habits and their way of life , the things that they are used to . Sometimes , people in different countries , have varying outlooks for cultural , political , religious . " " Ok . You need to know what they like or dislike , what religions they follow . Especially you need to know how they behave , their habits and their way of life , the things that they are used to . Sometimes , people in different countries , have varying outlooks for cultural , political , religious . ", I understand . Thank you . "Hi Rose , what are you busy with right now ? "," Hi Jack , I'm working on these documents . The manager wants them for half an hour . " " Hi Jack , I'm working on these documents . The manager wants them for half an hour . "," Well , Rose . " " Well , Rose . ", Is there something any need ? Is there something any need ? , Are your free this weekend ? Are your free this weekend ? ," Yes , I have nothing to do . " " Yes , I have nothing to do . "," Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ? " " Great , Is it convenient if i visit you this weekend ? ", I beg your pardon ? I beg your pardon ? , I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat . I'd like to call on you this weekend . I just want to a drop in for a chat . ," Really ? well , ok , you're welcome . " " Really ? well , ok , you're welcome . ", Is 5 PM . Saturday a good time for you ? Is 5 PM . Saturday a good time for you ? ," Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner . " " Hmm , how about seven ? I can treat you to dinner . "," Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine . " " Sure , that would be great . I'll bring the wine . ", OK . Then I'll be expecting you . OK . Then I'll be expecting you . , I'll be there on time . "I'm sorry , sir . I'm going to have to ask you to leave . ", What ? I was just having a friendly conversation with the lady here ... What ? I was just having a friendly conversation with the lady here ... ," Well , she apparently doesn't think it's so friendly . Let's go . " " Well , she apparently doesn't think it's so friendly . Let's go . ", I think there's been a misunderstanding ! I think there's been a misunderstanding ! ," You'd better cooperate with me , sir , or ... " " You'd better cooperate with me , sir , or ... ", OK ! Just give her this for me ! Did you have a good holiday ? , Yes and no . Wow ! Look at the time . lt's about 11 0 ' clock . , Really ? I didn't realize it was so late . Really ? I didn't realize it was so late . , I've got to catch the last bus . See you later . This is Milton in room 402 . I would like to check out . Can anyone help me with my baggage ? , Yes . The porter will go and help you . Yes . The porter will go and help you . ," Thanks a lot . By the way , please call a taxi for me . " " Thanks a lot . By the way , please call a taxi for me . "," OK , sir . " "Yeah , look at all those new buildings going up ! Mr . Zhang , the traffic is pretty smooth . But we were told the roads from the airport to downtown were quite crowded and traffic jams could be as long as half an hour . "," Yes , they were . But it has already past . The traffic from the airport to downtown has been relieved after the completion of Yan'an Aerial Road . " " Yes , they were . But it has already past . The traffic from the airport to downtown has been relieved after the completion of Yan'an Aerial Road . "," We've never expected that Shanghai is such a big metropolis , same as New York city . David , would it be a good idea to rent a car here ? I've got an international driver's license with a pretty good record in the States . " " We've never expected that Shanghai is such a big metropolis , same as New York city . David , would it be a good idea to rent a car here ? I've got an international driver's license with a pretty good record in the States . "," That's wonderful . OK . I'll remember that . But I have to warn you that you must drive very carefully in the downtown area , for there're no separate lanes for motor vehicles and bicycles in some places , and still quite a few people don't take road regulations seriously . " "Hey , Mary , what's up ? ", Not much . Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time that we decided to meet again tonight . Not much . Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time that we decided to meet again tonight . ," Oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ? " " Oh , that's exciting . What's this guy like ? Is he hot ? "," Well , I ddin't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends . " " Well , I ddin't think so at first . But as we started talking , I found him extremely funny and witty . I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes ! We have so much in common . We like the same teams , music , and most amazingly , we both love Chinese food ! I have the feeling that we are going to be great friends . ", It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ? It seems you two are a good match . What qualities do you look for in a friend ? ," There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends . " " There's nothing definite I think . I don't have a list or anything , but when I first meet somebody , I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend . It seems I have a radar helping me spot new friends . "," Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty . " " Well , that's something I've never heard of . But if you ask me what I value most in a friend , I would have to say honesty . ", I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need . I agree . You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person . Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need . ," Yeah , I know . A friend in need is a friend indeed . I don't need fair-weather friends either . " "I really enjoyed tonight's party . Thank you , Sarah . "," You're welcome , Bob . It was nice meeting you . " " You're welcome , Bob . It was nice meeting you . "," Nice meeting you , too . " "Excuse me , Sir , May I have the time , please ? ", Beg your pardon ? Beg your pardon ? , Er ... I'd like to know what time it is now . Er ... I'd like to know what time it is now . ," Oh , Let me see ... It's three forty-five . Er ... wait , My watch is five minutes fast . So it should be three forty " " Oh , Let me see ... It's three forty-five . Er ... wait , My watch is five minutes fast . So it should be three forty "," Thank you . By the way , what day is today ? " " Thank you . By the way , what day is today ? ", Today is Friday . Are you new in Beijing ? Today is Friday . Are you new in Beijing ? ," Yes , I've just come from the States , yesterday in fact . I'm still a bit confused about the time . " " Yes , I've just come from the States , yesterday in fact . I'm still a bit confused about the time . "," Welcome to Beijing . This is my business card . I'm an engineer . If you need any help in Beijing , just give me a call . " " Welcome to Beijing . This is my business card . I'm an engineer . If you need any help in Beijing , just give me a call . "," Oh , that's very nice of you . I don't want to sound pushy , but I still l have one more question . " " Oh , that's very nice of you . I don't want to sound pushy , but I still l have one more question . ", Go ahead . Go ahead . , What's the date today ? What's the date today ? ," It's October the 1st , our National Day . I'd like to talk some more , but I've got to get going now . It was nice talking to you , though . " " It's October the 1st , our National Day . I'd like to talk some more , but I've got to get going now . It was nice talking to you , though . "," Yeah , it was nice to meet you . Hope I run into you again sometime . " As you know I ’ Ve been thinking about moving my career in a new direction . I am hoping that you will be able to provide me with a reference to help me jump-start my future . , I realize that I ’ m not in a position to offer you the kind of promotion you deserve I'll gladly do what I can to help . I realize that I ’ m not in a position to offer you the kind of promotion you deserve I'll gladly do what I can to help . , Thank you . I ’ Ve really enjoyed my time here . I've grown both personally and professionally with this company . Thank you . I ’ Ve really enjoyed my time here . I've grown both personally and professionally with this company . ," And , as well as being a pleasure to work with , you ’ Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects . " " And , as well as being a pleasure to work with , you ’ Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects . ", It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me . It will be hard to say good-bye . This office has become like a second home to me . , My feelings are mixed on the issue too . By helping you I ’ m losing a valuable and trusted employee . However I think you are taking a step in the right direction . "I'm sorry , I'm having a little trouble understanding your accent . ", I'll try to speak more clearly . Every teacher likes him . , They say he can sum up like winking . They say he can sum up like winking . , How he manages to do that is always a mystery to me . How he manages to do that is always a mystery to me . , Maybe he's gifted in that . Why are you all dressed up ? , I've got a date . Tomorrow is Sunday . Let's go out and get some fresh air . , I know there is a beautiful farm in the countryside near Taipei . Are you interested in going there ? I know there is a beautiful farm in the countryside near Taipei . Are you interested in going there ? , why not ? I love animals and I love nature . why not ? I love animals and I love nature . ," You can see many cows and horses there . lf you are brave enough , you can try horseback riding . it is fun . " " You can see many cows and horses there . lf you are brave enough , you can try horseback riding . it is fun . ", sounds very interesting . I can't wait to go there . sounds very interesting . I can't wait to go there . , Wow ! It is huge and you can do many activities here . Wow ! It is huge and you can do many activities here . ," That is true . Some people go camping , some people pick fresh fruit , some people go boating and some people go grass skiing . " " That is true . Some people go camping , some people pick fresh fruit , some people go boating and some people go grass skiing . ", I never knew there were so many fun things to do on a farm . I never knew there were so many fun things to do on a farm . ," Well , now you know . Let's go to the lake over there . Some people are fishing over there . I haven't had a chance to fish in a lake , I really want to try . " " Well , now you know . Let's go to the lake over there . Some people are fishing over there . I haven't had a chance to fish in a lake , I really want to try . ", I think we need to buy some baits and borrow some fish poles first . I think we need to buy some baits and borrow some fish poles first . , Yes . we can get what we need at the stands right by the lake . Who do you think will catch a big fish first ? Yes . we can get what we need at the stands right by the lake . Who do you think will catch a big fish first ? , Of course . I will . Of course . I will . , Wait and see . I want to try horseback riding after fishing . It looks very exciting and fun . Wait and see . I want to try horseback riding after fishing . It looks very exciting and fun . ," It is . However , you will suffer from muscle pain for many days you are a first-time rider . " " It is . However , you will suffer from muscle pain for many days you are a first-time rider . ", No problem . It is always worth trying something new once in your life time . "Hello , this is Chen Kun . I am booked on flight LJ88 for Barcelona on Jan . 19th . "," Hold on please ... Yes , you are booked already . " " Hold on please ... Yes , you are booked already . ", Now I am afraid I can't get to the airport on that day . I want to change my flight for the 21st.Is that all right ? Now I am afraid I can't get to the airport on that day . I want to change my flight for the 21st.Is that all right ? , I am sorry.Flight LJ88 0n that day is full . What about 22 ? I am sorry.Flight LJ88 0n that day is full . What about 22 ? , Fine.Thank you so much . "How are you , Kim ? I haven ’ t seen you around for a few days . "," Oh , I was out sick most of last week . I ’ m still not completely over it . You ’ d better not get too close ! " " Oh , I was out sick most of last week . I ’ m still not completely over it . You ’ d better not get too close ! ", I ’ m sorry to hear about that . Why don ’ t you join me for a hot cup of tea ? It ’ ll be good for you ! I ’ m sorry to hear about that . Why don ’ t you join me for a hot cup of tea ? It ’ ll be good for you ! ," Sure , why not ? I could use a rest . " "It ’ s so relaxing , taking a walk in the country . The air is so fresh and clean . ", Would you like to live in the country ? I ’ m not sure I ’ d like it . Would you like to live in the country ? I ’ m not sure I ’ d like it . ," I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage . " " I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage . The problem is that , for me , each advantage has its own disadvantage . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ’ t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ’ t go together . " " Well , I hate the noise in the city , but I love being around lost of people . The problem is that you can ’ t have lots of people and have peace and quiet . The tow just don ’ t go together . "," I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities . " " I see what you mean . I love being far away from a city , but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities . "," People can ’ t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ’ s more to do . " " People can ’ t have it both ways . If you live in the country , it is often less convenient . If you live in a city , it is noisy , buy there ’ s more to do . "," I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ’ re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings . " " I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams . They ’ re so much better to look at than concrete , rows of parked cars and tall buildings . "," I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes . " " I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face . When the wind blows in the city , you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes . ", The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ’ s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful . The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing . There ’ s so sign of pollution . The village looks so peaceful . , Just remember that in that village there ’ s nothing to do . There ’ s not even a pub or restaurant . There ’ s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods . Just remember that in that village there ’ s nothing to do . There ’ s not even a pub or restaurant . There ’ s just one small shop with a poor selection of goods . , You ’ re right . I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends . I would hate living in the country ! "Loans Department , how can I help you ? "," Hello . Could you give me some details about your Personal Pledge Loans , please ? " " Hello . Could you give me some details about your Personal Pledge Loans , please ? "," Certainly , Sir . I'd be happy to . The Personal Pledge Loan is a loan secured by undue certificates , Time Deposits , for example , or Visible Treasury Bonds . " " Certainly , Sir . I'd be happy to . The Personal Pledge Loan is a loan secured by undue certificates , Time Deposits , for example , or Visible Treasury Bonds . "," So , as long as I have one of those , I can apply for a Personal Pledge Loan ? " " So , as long as I have one of those , I can apply for a Personal Pledge Loan ? "," That's correct , Sir . The bank will issue receipt to you and also take care of all the pledged securities . " " That's correct , Sir . The bank will issue receipt to you and also take care of all the pledged securities . ", Mmmm ... how about the period of repayment ? Mmmm ... how about the period of repayment ? ," The maximum maturity period is a year , but it also cannot exceed the maturity on the certificates used as collateral . " " The maximum maturity period is a year , but it also cannot exceed the maturity on the certificates used as collateral . ", And the maximum loan amount ? And the maximum loan amount ? ," The initial amount is just 2,000 RIB , but we can go up to 100,000 RIB . But remember , it cannot exceed the amount on the certificates you are using as collateral . " " The initial amount is just 2,000 RIB , but we can go up to 100,000 RIB . But remember , it cannot exceed the amount on the certificates you are using as collateral . ", OK . I'll have a look at what I've got exactly in certificates and get back to you . Thanks for your help . Bye . OK . I'll have a look at what I've got exactly in certificates and get back to you . Thanks for your help . Bye . ," My pleasure , Sir . Bye . " Would you like to make a donation ? , Donations for what ? Donations for what ? , It ’ s for the campaigns . It ’ s for the campaigns . , How much money are you trying to raise ? How much money are you trying to raise ? , It doesn ’ t matter how much . It doesn ’ t matter how much . , What are you doing to raise money ? What are you doing to raise money ? , We go door to door asking for donations . We go door to door asking for donations . , You should try other fundraisers . You should try other fundraisers . , Like what ? Like what ? , You can always wash cars and sell candy . You can always wash cars and sell candy . , That ’ s a great idea . That ’ s a great idea . , That ’ ll help you make more money . "Hi , Juliet , I'm treating Mr.Li and his team members from Galp to dinner tomorrow evening.Where do you think I should take them ? "," Well , Mr.Li has very good taste in wine , and Galp is one of the biggest clients . I suggest you take them to a decent French restaurant . Make sure you make a very good impression . " " Well , Mr.Li has very good taste in wine , and Galp is one of the biggest clients . I suggest you take them to a decent French restaurant . Make sure you make a very good impression . ", That's a good idea . Which one do you recommend ? The Pairszone ? That's a good idea . Which one do you recommend ? The Pairszone ? , Or Lapis . They are both listed this year glory magazine for have most of frantic Fetch cuisine in town . But I heard Lapis has a better wine selection . Or Lapis . They are both listed this year glory magazine for have most of frantic Fetch cuisine in town . But I heard Lapis has a better wine selection . , We'll go to the place . Could you book a table for 4 at 7 PM ? We'll go to the place . Could you book a table for 4 at 7 PM ? , Sure . "Hi , Ben . Here are the top ten of this week's top chart . "," Oh , great ! " " Oh , great ! ", Which is your favorite in this ten ? Which is your favorite in this ten ? , I like No . 4 . I like No . 4 . , You mean Sweet Heart . You mean Sweet Heart . ," Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 . " " Yes . In fact , I think it's much better than this week's No . 1 . ", What do you think about Cold Wind ? What do you think about Cold Wind ? ," I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart . " " I like it as well , but I don't think it's as good as Sweet Heart . ", So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ? So No . 4 is your favorite . Which one don't you like ? , Well . I don't like Your Lips very much . Well . I don't like Your Lips very much . , Why ? Why ? ," I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ’ s top ten , if you ask me . " " I think it's too slow makes me sleepy . In fact , it's the worst in this week ’ s top ten , if you ask me . ", Really ? But it's my favorite . "Hello , welcome to the International Business Counter , Sir . What can we do for you today ? ", Hi . I need some help with these documents under L / C . Hi . I need some help with these documents under L / C . , Of course . Is there a problem with them ? Of course . Is there a problem with them ? ," Yes . My Manager sent me in , there's a problem with the shipping time . It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it . " " Yes . My Manager sent me in , there's a problem with the shipping time . It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it . ", You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now . You will need to return the documents . That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now . , Thank you . I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out ! Did you watch the final last night ? My favorite singer won ! ," Oh , I love him too . He not only sings well but also shows perseverance when he encounters difficulties in the contest . " " Oh , I love him too . He not only sings well but also shows perseverance when he encounters difficulties in the contest . "," Yeah , he got booted after his initial performance in the audition , but he did not give up . He then tried at another two auditions . " " Yeah , he got booted after his initial performance in the audition , but he did not give up . He then tried at another two auditions . "," He had barely survived the third audition and finally got a chance to advance in the contest . Fortunately , in the third audition , he has won popularity among the audience . And that's when I started to notice him . " " He had barely survived the third audition and finally got a chance to advance in the contest . Fortunately , in the third audition , he has won popularity among the audience . And that's when I started to notice him . ", Me too . Me too . ," Before he made the top three , I was so nervous . I just fear that he might be knocked out . " " Before he made the top three , I was so nervous . I just fear that he might be knocked out . "," Yeah , there're so many excellent candidates out there . Who knows which one will make it to the final ? " " Yeah , there're so many excellent candidates out there . Who knows which one will make it to the final ? "," Absolutely . That's why when he entered the final , I was so excited . " " Absolutely . That's why when he entered the final , I was so excited . "," He really did a great job in the finale , especially in the PK round . He performed so well that the majority of the audience cast their votes for him . " " He really did a great job in the finale , especially in the PK round . He performed so well that the majority of the audience cast their votes for him . ", And the host announced that he won it all ! Hi . Can I help you with anything ? , Yeah . Can I look at this ring ? Yeah . Can I look at this ring ? , Sure . Let me get it out for you . What is your size ? Sure . Let me get it out for you . What is your size ? , I believe I am a six . I believe I am a six . , Here you go . Here you go . , Would you have any necklace that would go well with this ? Would you have any necklace that would go well with this ? ," Actually , we have a few to choose from . They are over here . " " Actually , we have a few to choose from . They are over here . ", There's no price tag on this necklace . There's no price tag on this necklace . , Oh . I'm sorry . I'll check the price for you . It is $ 199 . Oh . I'm sorry . I'll check the price for you . It is $ 199 . , This necklace is a little short . Do you have one that is longer ? This necklace is a little short . Do you have one that is longer ? , Yes . Why don't you try this one on . Yes . Why don't you try this one on . , This one is much better . Can I try on the ring with this necklace ? This one is much better . Can I try on the ring with this necklace ? , Sure . Here you go . Sure . Here you go . , Let me think about it . Let me think about it . , Sure . Take your time . Sure . Take your time . , Thank you for all the help . Thank you for all the help . , No problem at all . "Hello , JC Consulting PLC . Chris Edwards speaking . "," Mr Edwards , this is Kristy calling from IBA . " " Mr Edwards , this is Kristy calling from IBA . ", Hi Kristy ! What's going on ? Hi Kristy ! What's going on ? , Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week ? Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week ? ," Yes , I certainly do . " " Yes , I certainly do . ", The negotiating bank has just been in touch ... The negotiating bank has just been in touch ... ," Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ? " " Oh , dear ! There isn't a problem , is there ? "," No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted . " " No , Mr Edwards , not at all . We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted . "," Kristy , that's wonderful ! Thanks so much for contacting me personally . " "Miss , where do you want to go ? ", Could you drop me off at the airport ? Could you drop me off at the airport ? , No problem . No problem . , Do I need to pay any extra change for my suitcases ? Do I need to pay any extra change for my suitcases ? ," Yes , you are changed 50 cents a piece . " " Yes , you are changed 50 cents a piece . ", All right . "Hello baseball fans , and welcome back to today ’ s game ! My name is Rick Fields and of course , I am here , once again , with the man that seals the deal , Bob Copeland . ", It ’ s a beautiful day to see two world class teams face each other and fight for their right to be called champions . It ’ s a beautiful day to see two world class teams face each other and fight for their right to be called champions . ," Well , the national anthem has just been sung , and the umpire has started the game . It ’ s time to play ball ! " " Well , the national anthem has just been sung , and the umpire has started the game . It ’ s time to play ball ! ", Roger Vargas is up at bat . The pitcher winds up and strike one ! Roger Vargas is up at bat . The pitcher winds up and strike one ! ," A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive ! " " A very nice curve ball by the pitcher . The catcher gives him the sign , he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive ! ", The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ’ s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ’ s safe ! The players are scrambling to get the ball . Vargas gets to first base and he ’ s still going ! The outfielder throws it to second ! Vargas slides ! He ’ s safe ! , Great play ! Great play ! ," We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ’ s the pitch , he hits it ! It ’ s going , going , that ball is gone ! " " We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi ! There ’ s the pitch , he hits it ! It ’ s going , going , that ball is gone ! ", Home run by Okapi ! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium ! Good morning . , Morning . What would you like for breakfast ? Morning . What would you like for breakfast ? , I'm not quite hungry now . Let me think for a while . I'm not quite hungry now . Let me think for a while . , Come on . We are going to be late . Come on . We are going to be late . ," Ok , Ok . Toast and egg . " " Ok , Ok . Toast and egg . ", Milk ? Milk ? , No . Hi . ," Hi , Mary , Hi , Ken I hate to bring this up , but that new stereo , system you got ... " " Hi , Mary , Hi , Ken I hate to bring this up , but that new stereo , system you got ... ", Yeah ? Yeah ? , You were playing it very late last night . You were playing it very late last night . , Yeah ? Yeah ? , It kept me awake . It kept me awake . ," Oh , I'm sorry . " " Oh , I'm sorry . ", It kept me awake a couple of hours . It kept me awake a couple of hours . ," I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud . " " I'm so sorry , I .. I didn't realize it was that loud . "," It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me . " " It was that loud , and it was pretty late , and check with Mary if you don't believe me . ", It's true.It was a bit loud . It's true.It was a bit loud . , I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future . I'm very sorry . I didn't realize it . I promise I'll keep it down in the future . ," Oh , it's no problem.It ' s OK.You know , it only happened once . " " Oh , it's no problem.It ' s OK.You know , it only happened once . ", I am glad we've straightened everything out . It's getting late . ," Yeah , I'd better head for home . " "Hi , Mr . Smith . Are you enjoying the cookout ? You don't look too happy . ", I spent the morning at the cemetery . I put flowers on the graves of my old war buddies . I spent the morning at the cemetery . I put flowers on the graves of my old war buddies . , Is that what people usually do on Memorial Day ? Is that what people usually do on Memorial Day ? , They should . This holiday is about remembering our war dead . But people these days think it's just a holiday for summer sales and cookouts ! They should . This holiday is about remembering our war dead . But people these days think it's just a holiday for summer sales and cookouts ! , I'm sorry to hear that . Thank you for telling me a little more about it . "Hi , Michael , how's it going ? "," Well , things are all right . " " Well , things are all right . ", I heard you got a new roommate . What's he like ? I heard you got a new roommate . What's he like ? ," Yeah , Bob moved in last week . He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend . " " Yeah , Bob moved in last week . He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend . ", Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ? Oh ? What's wrong with his girlfriend ? ," She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was "" what's wrong with your voice ? "" " " She came over last weekend . She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out . I tried to smile and be polite , but the whole time all I could think was "" what's wrong with your voice ? "" "," Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to . " " Well , I guess it might take some time to get used to . ", I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil . I doubt it . Last time was an oral train wreck . Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil . ," Oh come on , it's not that bad . " " Oh come on , it's not that bad . "," No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off . " " No , it's so much worse . And tonight they invited me out to dinner . I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off . ", Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking . Rough . Maybe you can do the most of the talking . , That's the plan . That's the plan . , Good luck . "Cindy , I have this room to myself ? ", It's all yours . It's all yours . , It's twice as big as my room in Taiwan ! It's twice as big as my room in Taiwan ! ," Well , I hope it's comfortable enough for you . " " Well , I hope it's comfortable enough for you . ", I think I'm going to like it here . I think I'm going to like it here . , You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use . You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use . ," Wow , I have my own bathroom ! " " Wow , I have my own bathroom ! ", Kind of . It leads to my bedroom . Kind of . It leads to my bedroom . ," We share the same bathroom , in other words . " "This is a very spacious apartment . It's forty pings , including the parking space . That's about one thousand four hundred square feet . ", Wow . It's just the two of us . I don't know if we need that much room . Wow . It's just the two of us . I don't know if we need that much room . , You never know when two might turn into three . You never know when two might turn into three . , I guess you're right . And we'd like to have company anyway . I guess you're right . And we'd like to have company anyway . ," Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms . " " Exactly , which is why a three-bedroom is better . And look , there are two bathrooms . ", Now that's a plus ! Could you send up a Coke and a salad ? , Yes.Which kind of salad dressing would you prefer ? Yes.Which kind of salad dressing would you prefer ? , Make them with French dressing . Make them with French dressing . , I'll do that then . This is the first time for me to have a Chinese guest . I hope you like western cooking . , Yes . I like it very much . Yes . I like it very much . ," Cooking is a hobby with me . I'm always trying to think up new recipes . I hope you like the soup . It's kind of a specialty of mine , so I hope you enjoy it . " " Cooking is a hobby with me . I'm always trying to think up new recipes . I hope you like the soup . It's kind of a specialty of mine , so I hope you enjoy it . ", It's excellent . It's excellent . , Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it . Thank you for your compliment . Won't you try this fish with white sauce ? I'm rather round of it . , It's delicious . It's delicious . , What sort of western food do you like best ? What sort of western food do you like best ? , I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ? I like beefsteak very much . Have you tried Chinese dishes ? , I find the Chinese dishes wonderful . I find the Chinese dishes wonderful . ," Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night . " " Well , it's getting late . I have to get up early tomorrow . So I must say good night . ", It's still early . "Hello , and welcome to IBA . Which service do you require ? "," Hello , Shelly , is it ? I'm here on behalf of my company , so I'll need the Corporate Banking Services . " " Hello , Shelly , is it ? I'm here on behalf of my company , so I'll need the Corporate Banking Services . ", That's no problem ; I can take care of that for you . That's no problem ; I can take care of that for you . , I need to have a credit check done for my company . I need to have a credit check done for my company . ," If it's this kind of consultancy service , I'll have to direct you to another department , I'm afraid . " " If it's this kind of consultancy service , I'll have to direct you to another department , I'm afraid . ", That's no problem . Do you offer any other consulting services ? That's no problem . Do you offer any other consulting services ? , There are many services you can choose from . Why don't you take a look at this leaflet while I find someone who can help you ? There are many services you can choose from . Why don't you take a look at this leaflet while I find someone who can help you ? ," Great . I'll wait right here , thanks . " How long have you been in Taiwan ? ," About 3 years , so I came here 2000 . " " About 3 years , so I came here 2000 . "," So , where did you grow up ? " " So , where did you grow up ? "," Providence , Rhode Island . do you know it ? " " Providence , Rhode Island . do you know it ? "," I am not sure , where exactly is it ? " " I am not sure , where exactly is it ? "," Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ? " " Well , not so far from New York . So what about you ? Did you grow up here ? "," No , I was born in Gaoxiong , I only moved to Taipei after I graduated . " "Tu Mao , I'm hungry , let's get something to eat . ", Me too . Is there a place nearby that we can get something to eat ? Me too . Is there a place nearby that we can get something to eat ? , There's a Kentucky's not far ahead and there's a McDonald's in down street . There's a Kentucky's not far ahead and there's a McDonald's in down street . , Kentucky's ? Is that a chain restaurant ? Kentucky's ? Is that a chain restaurant ? , Don't you know about Kentucky's ? Don't you know about Kentucky's ? ," I've heard about it , but never had one . " " I've heard about it , but never had one . "," They sell pieces of fried chicken , you've got to try one this time . " " They sell pieces of fried chicken , you've got to try one this time . ", OK . Let's go . "Oh , well . It was fun to be the winner . But ... it's too big . I must be an extra small in the States . ", So what about the tennis racket ? So what about the tennis racket ? , Look ! It's amazing . I can't wait to try it out ! Look ! It's amazing . I can't wait to try it out ! , How much did that end up costing you ? How much did that end up costing you ? , Oh ... around twenty bucks . A bargain if you ask me . Look at the picture of her playing with it ! Oh ... around twenty bucks . A bargain if you ask me . Look at the picture of her playing with it ! ," Hey , two for one . That's a super deal . " " Hey , two for one . That's a super deal . ", And here's her signature ! I've been at this for two weeks now and nothing ’ s turned up . , You're right . I think it ’ s time to seek professional help . You're right . I think it ’ s time to seek professional help . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I know you don ’ t want to pay for a job , but I think it ’ s time we consulted a headhunter . " " I know you don ’ t want to pay for a job , but I think it ’ s time we consulted a headhunter . "," You ’ re right , I don ’ t want to pay , but I don ’ t want to live without pay , either . " " You ’ re right , I don ’ t want to pay , but I don ’ t want to live without pay , either . "," Ha , ha , ha ! I agree . That ’ s not much fun . " " Ha , ha , ha ! I agree . That ’ s not much fun . ", Do you have anyone in mind ? Do you have anyone in mind ? , Actually I do . Actually I do . , Who ? Who ? , Cooke & Co . does a lot of placements in your field . Cooke & Co . does a lot of placements in your field . ," Ya , they do . Anyone else come to mind ? " " Ya , they do . Anyone else come to mind ? "," Not at the moment , but I ’ ll let you know . " I was thinking about applying for the new position . , Do you think that is a good idea ? Do you think that is a good idea ? , It seems like a good idea but I am not really sure . It seems like a good idea but I am not really sure . , What are your main concerns ? What are your main concerns ? ," Well , it would give me a chance to grow , but I am wondering if I would like the job . " " Well , it would give me a chance to grow , but I am wondering if I would like the job . "," I know what you mean , I've thought about that myself . " " I know what you mean , I've thought about that myself . ", I am also thinking about the pay . I am also thinking about the pay . , Could you take a slight pay decrease for a chance to move forward ? Could you take a slight pay decrease for a chance to move forward ? ," Yes , it might be worth it . I am not certain . " " Yes , it might be worth it . I am not certain . ", I think I'm convinced that trying for this position is the best choice for you . No . 164 in lane 3 achieved 11 ' 16 in the 100 meter dash . Isn't that something ? , Yeah . He's the most experienced athlete in the field . Yeah . He's the most experienced athlete in the field . , He won the first place ! He won the first place ! , Good boy ! "Hello , Sir . So , you are back ? "," Yes , hello again . I would like to know the exact difference between Dividend Deposit and Dividend Participated Deposit . " " Yes , hello again . I would like to know the exact difference between Dividend Deposit and Dividend Participated Deposit . "," That's pretty easy to explain . With the Deposit , the interest is fixed , but the Dividend of each policy will be transferred automatically into your bank account by the end of each year . The longer the term , the higher the Dividend you earn . This is because it is calculated at the Compound Interest Rate . " " That's pretty easy to explain . With the Deposit , the interest is fixed , but the Dividend of each policy will be transferred automatically into your bank account by the end of each year . The longer the term , the higher the Dividend you earn . This is because it is calculated at the Compound Interest Rate . ", And I can purchase that here ? And I can purchase that here ? ," Yes . And if you already have a Current Account with us , the Insurance Premium can be paid through it , which saves all of us a lot of hassle . " What are you guys doing over there ? ," What do you mean , Janice ? " " What do you mean , Janice ? ", I ’ Ve been waiting for a response on the Blake Building design for nearly two weeks . I ’ Ve been waiting for a response on the Blake Building design for nearly two weeks . ," I ’ m sorry , Janice . But we ’ Ve been waiting on the client . It ’ s out of our hands at the moment . " Mom ! How can I help with the washing up ? ," You peel the onions and wash them , then chop them . " " You peel the onions and wash them , then chop them . ", OK ! Then what can I do after I finish it ? OK ! Then what can I do after I finish it ? , Let me see . Wash the cabbage over there . Let me see . Wash the cabbage over there . ," OK , got it . " " OK , got it . ", What is your father doing now ? What is your father doing now ? , Reading newspaper on the couch . Reading newspaper on the couch . , How about Daniel ? How about Daniel ? ," Staying with Ultraman , of course . You know he likes it very much . " " Staying with Ultraman , of course . You know he likes it very much . ", Be careful of the peeler . Don't cut your fingers . Be careful of the peeler . Don't cut your fingers . , I will . I will . ," OK , we've finished . Can you get your father and brother ? " " OK , we've finished . Can you get your father and brother ? ", OK ! I've never seen a machine like this before and need some help . ," Sure , no problem . What are you trying to get ? " " Sure , no problem . What are you trying to get ? ", I want to buy a drink . I want to buy a drink . , OK . This machine needs you to use that change machine first to get correct change . OK . This machine needs you to use that change machine first to get correct change . , I've got the correct change already . I've got the correct change already . , First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth . First you put your money in the dollar slot or the coin slot . The dollars have to be smooth . ," OK , what next ? " " OK , what next ? ", Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again . Just know that sometimes the money doesn't go in perfectly the first time and you have to try again . ," OK , next ? " " OK , next ? ", Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries . Choose what you want and push the button . Sometimes it takes a couple of tries . , I agree with you . I agree with you . , Hope that works for you ! "Good evening , do you have a reservation ? "," Yes , we ’ Ve got a reservation . The name is Ann . " " Yes , we ’ Ve got a reservation . The name is Ann . "," Let me see . Ok , this way , please . " " Let me see . Ok , this way , please . ", This is your table . This is your table . , And would you like to order now ? And would you like to order now ? , Yes . Yes . , Here is the menu . Here is the menu . , Thank you . "Hi , Sir . What can I do for you ? "," Hello , there . I'd like to know about Clean Collection . My company in the US is going to send me a cheque . It's for my wages , but I'm not too sure about how to cash it here . " " Hello , there . I'd like to know about Clean Collection . My company in the US is going to send me a cheque . It's for my wages , but I'm not too sure about how to cash it here . "," Right . If the cheque is coming from the US , into a local currency account it will take 7 working days to clear . " " Right . If the cheque is coming from the US , into a local currency account it will take 7 working days to clear . ", Is there any way we can speed it up ? Is there any way we can speed it up ? ," There is , actually . If you can get your company to apply for a cheque from a bank in Shanghai , that'll speed things up no end . " "Hi Bob , this is my friend Mary . ", I am very pleased to meet you . I am very pleased to meet you . , Bob is in advertising . Bob is in advertising . ," That sounds an interesting job , Bob . " "Hello , is this Professor Clark ? "," Yes , I am Professor Clark . " " Yes , I am Professor Clark . "," Hello , Professor , this is Kalina , and I am in your literature class on Monday mornings . " " Hello , Professor , this is Kalina , and I am in your literature class on Monday mornings . "," Yes , how are you doing ? " " Yes , how are you doing ? "," I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate . " " I was partying hard over the weekend , fell down the stairs , and need time to recuperate . ", That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ? That sounds painful . Are you going to be OK ? ," I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine . " " I sprained my wrist , but the doctor says it will be fine . ", How many days will you be out of school ? How many days will you be out of school ? , The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week . The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week . , I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class . Get well ! The dinner is really rich . , Which dish do you like most ? Which dish do you like most ? , I like the soy sauce chicken . I like the soy sauce chicken . ," Actually , it's the dish recommended by this restaurant specially . " Want to meet for lunch this Saturday ? ," Sorry , I can ’ t . I ’ m busy . " " Sorry , I can ’ t . I ’ m busy . ", What are you doing ? What are you doing ? , I always do volunteer work on the first Saturday of every month . I always do volunteer work on the first Saturday of every month . , What kind of volunteer work ? What kind of volunteer work ? , I help out at the children ’ s hospital . I help plan activities . I help out at the children ’ s hospital . I help plan activities . ," Oh , yeah ? " " Oh , yeah ? ", Yeah . It ’ s exciting . This month we ’ re doing crossword puzzles . "Stand back from the door , please . Let the passengers off . You can't get on until the other passengers get off . "," How much is the fare , please ? " " How much is the fare , please ? ", One dollar . Drop it in the box . Move to the rear of the bus . There are plenty of seats in the rear . One dollar . Drop it in the box . Move to the rear of the bus . There are plenty of seats in the rear . , Wait . I want to ask you if this bus goes down Fifth Avenue as far as Greenwich Village . Wait . I want to ask you if this bus goes down Fifth Avenue as far as Greenwich Village . ," That's right.Move along , please.There are more people waiting to get on.Move to the rear . " " That's right.Move along , please.There are more people waiting to get on.Move to the rear . ", I thought this bus Went down Park Avenue . I thought this bus Went down Park Avenue . ," No , that's the number l that goes down Park Avenue.This is the number 2 . " " No , that's the number l that goes down Park Avenue.This is the number 2 . ", But I thought this was the right bus to go to Washington Square Park . But I thought this was the right bus to go to Washington Square Park . , It is.Get in.please.You ' re holding everyone up.You can't miss Washington Square Park . It is.Get in.please.You ' re holding everyone up.You can't miss Washington Square Park . , Would you tell me when we get there ? Would you tell me when we get there ? , It would be better if you watched out for yourself . I might forget . ORG ! It must be so late where you are . What time is it ? , just after 2 am . just after 2 am . , what's wrong ? Can't sleep ? what's wrong ? Can't sleep ? ," nope , actually I was waiting for you . I have something big to tell you . " " nope , actually I was waiting for you . I have something big to tell you . ", really ? What is it ? really ? What is it ? , I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ? I have an offer to work for a company in your city today ? , I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ? I can't believe it ! Is it real ? You're moving here ? , I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c I haven't accepted the position yet and with the upcoming holiday I think it's the perfect chance to visit the city and take a good look at the company before deciding . If you have time I think we c ," just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon ! " " just give me the dates and I'll make sure I'm free . You know after all these chatting online , it will be great to meet you in real life . I look forward to seeing you soon ! ", me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there ! me too . But I think I am going to bed now . my head is getting heavy . Have a nice day there ! , thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams ! thanks . This is so exciting . Sleep tight and sweet dreams ! , talk to you later . Do you have any English newspapers ? ," Yes , just over there . " " Yes , just over there . ", I'd like to see some Mandarin textbooks too . Do you have any ? I'd like to see some Mandarin textbooks too . Do you have any ? ," Yes , they are just next to the newspapers actually . " " Yes , they are just next to the newspapers actually . ", Thank you . How nice of you to come ! ," It's been a long time , hasn't it ? How have you been ? " " It's been a long time , hasn't it ? How have you been ? "," Just fine , thanks.And you ? " " Just fine , thanks.And you ? "," I've never been better , thanks . " Here is your bill . It's $ 60 . , What's this amount for ? What's this amount for ? , It's for the drinks . It's for the drinks . , I see . Can I pay by credit card ? I see . Can I pay by credit card ? , Sure . You shouldn't let the dirty dishes accumulate in the sink ! ," I know , I should wash them right away . " Do you often buy magazines ? , I buy a computer magazine every month . It keeps me up-to date with all the latest developments . I buy a computer magazine every month . It keeps me up-to date with all the latest developments . , Why don ’ t you find the information on the internet instead ? Why don ’ t you find the information on the internet instead ? ," Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes . " " Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for . Besides , I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes . ", Do you have an online edition of that magazine ? Do you have an online edition of that magazine ? ," Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription . " " Yes , they do . But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription . ", Do you have a subscription ? Do you have a subscription ? ," Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ? " " Yes , I do . The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month . Do you every buy magazines ? ", I only buy them if they look particularly interesting . I don ’ t buy any regularly . "How do you usually spend your leisure time ? I mean , do you have any special interests out of your job ? "," Of course . You see , almost everyone has some kind of hobby " " Of course . You see , almost everyone has some kind of hobby "," Yeah , you ’ re quite right and what ’ s your hobby ? " " Yeah , you ’ re quite right and what ’ s your hobby ? ", I like taking photos out of door . I like taking photos out of door . ," Oh , photography , It ’ s really a good hobby . " " Oh , photography , It ’ s really a good hobby . "," Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos . " " Yes , I usually develop and print all my own photos . ", You yourself have a photo studio ? You yourself have a photo studio ? ," Yes , simple as it is . t does work . " "Mary , my friend recommend me for a job to work in a company , and I feel it's great . ", Really ? Are you familiar with that company ? Really ? Are you familiar with that company ? , He has introduced the company details to me . He has introduced the company details to me . , What does the company mainly do ? What does the company mainly do ? , The company deals in selling electronics . The company deals in selling electronics . , When was the company founded ? When was the company founded ? ," It was founded in 2002 , has been in business for 10 years . " " It was founded in 2002 , has been in business for 10 years . ", How many employees are there in total in the company ? How many employees are there in total in the company ? , More than 2000 now . More than 2000 now . , What education background do the employees usually have ? What education background do the employees usually have ? , The company deals in selling electronics . What education background do the employees usually have ? , More than half of the employees have bachelors ' degree . More than half of the employees have bachelors ' degree . , Are there many promotion chances in the company ? Are there many promotion chances in the company ? , Three times every year . Three times every year . , That's great . You can go take a look . "Daniel , you can't spit the gum everywhere . "," Come on , just a little piece . " " Come on , just a little piece . ", Do you know how many people chew gum everyday ? Do you know how many people chew gum everyday ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . ," Just in Beijing , people consume 300,000 pieces of gum every day . " " Just in Beijing , people consume 300,000 pieces of gum every day . ", That's amazing . That's amazing . ," If all the people spit out the gum like you , the whole world would become a big trash can . " " If all the people spit out the gum like you , the whole world would become a big trash can . "," Come on , you are making too big deal out of this . " " Come on , you are making too big deal out of this . ", I just want to remind you to behave yourself . I just want to remind you to behave yourself . ," OK , dear sister , I see . This kind of thing will not happen again . " excuse me ? How can I get to the nearest branch of the national bank ? , there ’ s branch on new street . Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights . Then turn right at the traffic lights . there ’ s branch on new street . Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights . Then turn right at the traffic lights . , how far up the street are the traffic lights ? how far up the street are the traffic lights ? , not far . About 150 meters perhaps . not far . About 150 meters perhaps . , ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ? ok . So I turn right at the traffic lights . Then ? , then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ’ s a big statue of a soldier . You can ’ t miss it . then keep walking until you reach the war memorial . It ’ s a big statue of a soldier . You can ’ t miss it . , ok . Where do I go then ? ok . Where do I go then ? , you ’ ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ’ s a big building and you ’ ll see a big sign on the front of the building . you ’ ll see the national bank near the war memorial . It ’ s a big building and you ’ ll see a big sign on the front of the building . , got it . Thank you very much . Can you tell me about a nice restaurant to go to ? , Of course ! How much would you like to spend on your meal ? Of course ! How much would you like to spend on your meal ? , My date is quite sophisticated . She would expect nothing less than the best . My date is quite sophisticated . She would expect nothing less than the best . ," Well , how about our own hotel restaurant ? It's conveniently located and has a three-star rating . " " Well , how about our own hotel restaurant ? It's conveniently located and has a three-star rating . "," That's a good idea , except I want to go out , not stay in . Something else , maybe ? " " That's a good idea , except I want to go out , not stay in . Something else , maybe ? "," Well , how about Gramercy Tavern ? It's a very popular tourist spot , with great food and music . " " Well , how about Gramercy Tavern ? It's a very popular tourist spot , with great food and music . ", That sounds good ! Could you call them to see if I can get a reservation ? That sounds good ! Could you call them to see if I can get a reservation ? ," Of course , sir . You've made a good choice . " Has my package arrived ? , I'm not sure . What does it look like ? I'm not sure . What does it look like ? ," It's quite a delicate piece of equipment , so I hope it was well-packed . It's oblong-shaped , about 50 cm long . It's made of metal . " " It's quite a delicate piece of equipment , so I hope it was well-packed . It's oblong-shaped , about 50 cm long . It's made of metal . ", There's a large wooden crate in the corner which I haven't unpacked yet . It might be in there . "Hot in here , isn't it ? "," Yeah , really . " " Yeah , really . ", Is it Ok if I sit here ? Is it Ok if I sit here ? , Of course . Suit yourself . Of course . Suit yourself . ," Thanks . My name's Bill Peters , by the way . " " Thanks . My name's Bill Peters , by the way . "," Hi , I'm Susan Jackson . " " Hi , I'm Susan Jackson . "," Nice to meet you . And what do you do , Susan ? " " Nice to meet you . And what do you do , Susan ? ", I'm a student at UCLA . I'm a student at UCLA . ," Oh , are you ? And what are you studying ? " " Oh , are you ? And what are you studying ? ", Medicine . Medicine . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , I want to be a doctor one of these days . What about you ? " " Yes , I want to be a doctor one of these days . What about you ? "," I'm an engineer , I work for Boeing . Say , would you like a drink ? " " I'm an engineer , I work for Boeing . Say , would you like a drink ? ", Sure . Thanks . "Look at this headline , Soo Mi . ", Wow ! So many people in the United States get divorced ! Wow ! So many people in the United States get divorced ! , Is it the same in Korea ? Is it the same in Korea ? ," I don't think so . In Korea some marriages break up , but most couples stay together . " " I don't think so . In Korea some marriages break up , but most couples stay together . ", Do people get married young ? Do people get married young ? , Not really . Very few people get married beforethe age of 20 . Not really . Very few people get married beforethe age of 20 . , Hmm . Do women usually work after they get married ? Hmm . Do women usually work after they get married ? ," No , a lot of women stay home and take care of their families . But some work . " "I want to improve my handwriting , and I've practiced it for several weeks , but nothing happened . You see , my handwriting is still bad . "," Oh , come on . You know it's a long process , you have to be patient . " " Oh , come on . You know it's a long process , you have to be patient . "," I know it , but I don't know when I can make it better . " " I know it , but I don't know when I can make it better . "," A , whatever you do , the most important is perseverance . So you have to hang on there , the longer , the better . Then some day , you will find you've already made a lot of progress . " " A , whatever you do , the most important is perseverance . So you have to hang on there , the longer , the better . Then some day , you will find you've already made a lot of progress . "," Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day . " " Yeah , you are right . I must stop complaining and stick to it every day . "," Yeah ! Where there is a will , there is a way . " I have tickets to The Phantom of the Opera on Friday night . Would you like to go ? , Thanks . I'd love to . What time is the show ? Thanks . I'd love to . What time is the show ? , It's at 8: 00 . It's at 8: 00 . ," That sounds great . So , do you want to have dinner at 6:00 ? " " That sounds great . So , do you want to have dinner at 6:00 ? "," Uh , I'd like to , but I have to work late . " " Uh , I'd like to , but I have to work late . "," Oh , that's OK . Let's just meet at the theater before the show , around 7:30 . " " Oh , that's OK . Let's just meet at the theater before the show , around 7:30 . ", That sounds fine . Shall we start decorating the bedroom ? , I've already started . I've already started . , When ? When ? , This afternoon . "Good morning . May I help you , sir ? ", Yes . I want to make a remittance to New Delhi . Yes . I want to make a remittance to New Delhi . , Do you want an international money order or a banker's draft ? Do you want an international money order or a banker's draft ? , I'd like a banker's draft please . It's not really urgent . "Excuse me , may I have the bill , please ? ", It comes to $ 100 . It comes to $ 100 . , Can I pay by private check ? Can I pay by private check ? , Sure . Here is your receipt and you can draw your tax paid for those goods at customs . "Susan , good evening.Why are you so dressed up ? ", I'm on my way out to a New Year's banquet.How do I look ? Is my make-up ok ? I'm on my way out to a New Year's banquet.How do I look ? Is my make-up ok ? , You look great.Your make-up is perfect . You look great.Your make-up is perfect . , Do your think I should wear a different dress ? Do your think I should wear a different dress ? ," No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that . " " No , the one you have on looks fabulous , especially with your hair like that . ", Thanks for saying.Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ? Thanks for saying.Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear ? , With that dress I'd like to say your white diamond necklace would look perfect . With that dress I'd like to say your white diamond necklace would look perfect . ," Thanks for helping out.Now Im ready , what are you doing tonight ? " " Thanks for helping out.Now Im ready , what are you doing tonight ? "," Not much , Just a house party with some friends . " " Not much , Just a house party with some friends . ", Sounds fun.Anyone I know ? Sounds fun.Anyone I know ? ," Yeah , most of the people are from my office . " " Yeah , most of the people are from my office . "," Sounds like I'm missing out on a good time.Oh , well , there's always next year . " " Sounds like I'm missing out on a good time.Oh , well , there's always next year . ", I'm sure you will have fun no matter where you go.Remember to take your bag . Just whose fault is this damage ? , The order was in good shape when it left out factory . The order was in good shape when it left out factory . , It certainly didn't arrive here that way . It certainly didn't arrive here that way . ," We'll make it right with you , of course . " " We'll make it right with you , of course . ", How about taking the damaged portion at a lower price ? How about taking the damaged portion at a lower price ? , What kind of price did you want ? What kind of price did you want ? , I was thinking of 30 % off . I was thinking of 30 % off . , That will probably be Ok . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to see that pen . " " Yes , I'd like to see that pen . "," Oh , that's a really good buy ... Here . There's only one left . " " Oh , that's a really good buy ... Here . There's only one left . ", Can I get it duty-free ? Can I get it duty-free ? ," Sure , if you show me your passport . " " Sure , if you show me your passport . "," It's not the latest model , is it ? " " It's not the latest model , is it ? "," No , it isn't . That's why it's such a bargain . " You look bright-eyed and bushy-tailed . ," Of course , just five minutes ago I got the phone call from Future Clothes Company and I was told to start my trial period in that company next Monday . " " Of course , just five minutes ago I got the phone call from Future Clothes Company and I was told to start my trial period in that company next Monday . ", Congratulations ! Let's get together sometime . Congratulations ! Let's get together sometime . , Great idea . Great idea . ," Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me . " " Well , I am worried to death right now ! There is still no news from the company for me . ", Let it be ! Time will tell . Let it be ! Time will tell . , Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result . Let me check my mail-box again . What else can I do for you today ? ," Well , I've been browsing online , but I ’ m not really sure what to do about payment . I would like to know what the most convenient way to do it is . " " Well , I've been browsing online , but I ’ m not really sure what to do about payment . I would like to know what the most convenient way to do it is . "," We'll have our own Secure Internet Banking Service . What it is , is a sort of online financial service for enterprises and individuals , so you could get it . It's for doing all types of e-business . " " We'll have our own Secure Internet Banking Service . What it is , is a sort of online financial service for enterprises and individuals , so you could get it . It's for doing all types of e-business . ", That does sound interesting . How can I get this service ? That does sound interesting . How can I get this service ? ," Easy as pie ! We can get everything set up for you right away . Then , you'll be shopping securely online in no time at all . " "Have you made a reservation , sir ? "," Yes , I reserved a table for six people . " " Yes , I reserved a table for six people . "," Your name , please ? " " Your name , please ? ", Michael donsie . Michael donsie . ," I see.We had a table reserved for you.This way , please . " Can I borrow some money from you ? , No way ! What can I show you ? , Do you have this shirt in a small ? Do you have this shirt in a small ? ," Let me check . Yes , we have . " " Let me check . Yes , we have . ", May I try it on ? May I try it on ? , Sure . Let me help you . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I need to apply for a parking permit . " " Yes , I need to apply for a parking permit . ", Are you a professor ? Are you a professor ? , What ? Are you kidding ? I'm only 22 years old ! What ? Are you kidding ? I'm only 22 years old ! ," Yes , I am kidding.But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ? " " Yes , I am kidding.But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits ? "," Yes , I know . I have a disability.My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well . " " Yes , I know . I have a disability.My hip was broken last year . And I can't walk well . "," Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know . " " Oh , I'm sorry . I didn't know . ", It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk . It's alright . You didn't see me walk to the desk . , Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university . Here is the application form . I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university . , My permission letter ? My permission letter ? ," Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability.And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place . " " Yes , the letter that certifies you have a disability.And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place . ", I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office . I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office . , Yes . Or you can bring it yourself . Yes . Or you can bring it yourself . , But I asked them to send it to you directly . But I asked them to send it to you directly . , Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it . Let me look in the file then . Maybe we received it . ," My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R . " " My name is Derek Schneider , S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R . "," Yes , here it is.Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request . " " Yes , here it is.Alright . Then I just need your completed application form , and I will be able to process your request . "," Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes.Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ? " " Good . I will sit over there and fill out the form . I will give it to you in a few minutes.Oh , by the way , can I apply for any parking lot I want ? ", The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices.We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening . The form has a map on the back . You may specify your top four choices.We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening . , I see . Thank you . I see . Thank you . , You're very welcome . I will take part in the finals soon . , Come on . I stand behind you . Mary ! , Barbara ! Barbara ! ," What're you doing here ? You live in London , don't you ? " " What're you doing here ? You live in London , don't you ? "," Yes , that's right.But I'm having a holiday here . " I'm afraid I've had a terrible row with my boss . What shall I do ? , I think you'd better apologize . I think you'd better apologize . ," Oh , but I can't . It wasn't my fault . " " Oh , but I can't . It wasn't my fault . "," Maybe not , but I advice you to say it was your fault . " Wow ! You look like a drowned rat ! Didn't you know there is a thunder-storm today ? ," I knew there would be a shower , but I didn't realize it would rain cats and dogs today . " " I knew there would be a shower , but I didn't realize it would rain cats and dogs today . "," Well . You'd better take a hot shower right now , or you will catch a cold . " " Well . You'd better take a hot shower right now , or you will catch a cold . "," I know . I don't want to get sick , especially during finals week . " "I ’ m sick of my job , I always have to work late at night , and the company keeps me working in the office . "," Why don ’ t you find a new career where you can do what you enjoy , being outside working during the day ? " " Why don ’ t you find a new career where you can do what you enjoy , being outside working during the day ? ", What do you suggest ? I can ’ t afford to quit my job until I get a new one . What do you suggest ? I can ’ t afford to quit my job until I get a new one . ," Maybe you have two choices . You could attend school during the day , or you could get a position that provides training . " I'm sorry I scratched your car . , Don't worry about it . It's just a drop in the bucket . That car has more scratches on it than I can count . "What happened , John ? ", Nothing . Nothing . , Why do you look unhappy ? Why do you look unhappy ? , I ’ m rather disappointed at not being able to see my best friend off . I ’ m rather disappointed at not being able to see my best friend off . ," Oh , cheer up . He ’ ll understand you . " " Oh , cheer up . He ’ ll understand you . ", I hope so . How may I help you ? , I couldn ’ t find the book I was looking for . I couldn ’ t find the book I was looking for . , Have you checked the database ? Have you checked the database ? , I checked . I checked . , Was it on the shelf ? Was it on the shelf ? ," It should have been , but it wasn ’ t . " " It should have been , but it wasn ’ t . ", Maybe someone took it . Maybe someone took it . , Will you be getting another copy anytime soon ? Will you be getting another copy anytime soon ? , I ’ m sure we will . I ’ m sure we will . , Would you be able to reserve it for me ? Would you be able to reserve it for me ? , I sure will . I sure will . , Thank you very much . "Hello , madam . Would you like to take a look at our products ? They are high-tech items . "," Hmm , they look interesting . Can I have a copy of your brochure ? " " Hmm , they look interesting . Can I have a copy of your brochure ? ", Sure . Do you have a minute ? Why don't you have a seat and let me show you how to operate this item ? Sure . Do you have a minute ? Why don't you have a seat and let me show you how to operate this item ? , OK . Go ahead . OK . Go ahead . ," You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella . " " You see , if you press this red button , the helmet becomes an umbrella . ", How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ? How amazing ! I have never seen it before . Is it expensive ? , It only costs you 20 dollars for one . It only costs you 20 dollars for one . ," OK , I will take one . " "Which job do you prefer , an accountant or a secretary ? "," Neither , I prefer an active job . " " Neither , I prefer an active job . ", Then how about a salesman ? Then how about a salesman ? , That's better . I like travelling . "Well , how was the interview ? "," Not too bad , I suppose . " " Not too bad , I suppose . ", What did the woman ask you ? What did the woman ask you ? ," Oh , she asked me all sorts of questions . She asked if I smoked , and whether I played sports , she asked me where I went to school , and what subjects I took , and she asked me if I like to meeting people . " " Oh , she asked me all sorts of questions . She asked if I smoked , and whether I played sports , she asked me where I went to school , and what subjects I took , and she asked me if I like to meeting people . ", Did she ask you any questions about your family ? Did she ask you any questions about your family ? ," Well , she asked me if my parents wanted me to be a steward . " " Well , she asked me if my parents wanted me to be a steward . ", Did she tell you whether you would get the job ? Did she tell you whether you would get the job ? ," No , but she told me to telephone her next week . " Welcome back movie lovers to another Premier Movie Review . My name is Richard Clarke and I am joined today by the very erudite DavidWatson . ," Thank you Dick . Today we are going to talk about the movie Lion King . Tell me Dave , what is your impression of this film ? " " Thank you Dick . Today we are going to talk about the movie Lion King . Tell me Dave , what is your impression of this film ? "," Well , I think this film is simply a fable , depicting man ’ s eternal greed for power , and in my opinion , it ’ s a very fine film . Even despite the accusations of plagiarism traditional folk tales from other countries.The musical score was amazing , the animation was very well done , and the story was simply enchanting . " " Well , I think this film is simply a fable , depicting man ’ s eternal greed for power , and in my opinion , it ’ s a very fine film . Even despite the accusations of plagiarism traditional folk tales from other countries.The musical score was amazing , the animation was very well done , and the story was simply enchanting . "," I think otherwise . Even though the animation was technically strong , and as you say , the score and songs performed by Elton John were great , the film lacks a certain originality ; it lacked heart . And I would dare to say , it was too predictable . " " I think otherwise . Even though the animation was technically strong , and as you say , the score and songs performed by Elton John were great , the film lacks a certain originality ; it lacked heart . And I would dare to say , it was too predictable . "," Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ’ s a G-rated movie ! It ’ s for the kids ! It ’ s not a thriller ! " " Predictable ! How ! Come on Dick , It ’ s a G-rated movie ! It ’ s for the kids ! It ’ s not a thriller ! "," Well , that ’ s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ’ s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ’ s just too cliche . " " Well , that ’ s just it . It did have some very dramatic and intense scenes For example when Mufasal dies , or the dark , grim portrayal of Scar . Even so , the film is linear . Mufasal dies , Simba runs away thinking it ’ s his fault . Falls in love and returns to retake what is rightfully his . It ’ s just too cliche . "," How can it be cliche ? It ’ s a fable ! It ’ s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love . " " How can it be cliche ? It ’ s a fable ! It ’ s telling a time-honoured story ! The movie make a point of how the hunger for power leads to corruption , and teaches children the value of respect , life and love . "," You have always been so soft , Dave ! " " You have always been so soft , Dave ! ", Open your heart Dick . Don ’ t shut us out . Open your heart Dick . Don ’ t shut us out . ," Anyway ... That ’ s all for today folks ! Join us next time as we talk about & quot , How to lose a guy in 10 days & quot , I ’ m sure you ’ ll love that one Dave ! " He loves that blonde girl . ," Yes , he once gave her seven roses . " " Yes , he once gave her seven roses . ", Did she accept it ? Did she accept it ? , No way to know . "Hi , happy new year ! "," Hey , the same to you ! " " Hey , the same to you ! ", Time flies ! One year has already been a history ! Time flies ! One year has already been a history ! ," Definitely , it's time to say bye-bye to the last year and to say hello to the new year ! " " Definitely , it's time to say bye-bye to the last year and to say hello to the new year ! ", Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ? Yeah . Have you made any good resolutions for this new year ? ," Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ? " " Some resolutions ? That's a wonderful idea , but I have no idea yet . How about you ? "," I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise . " " I want to be healthier this year , so I think I should take more exercise . ", That will be a good one ! Anything else ? That will be a good one ! Anything else ? ," Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess ! " " Maybe I should make a plan about learning my biochemistry , which is a mess ! ", Sounds great ! How are you ? , I ’ m fantastic ! I ’ m fantastic ! , What can I help you with ? What can I help you with ? , I want to make a deposit today . I want to make a deposit today . , Cash or check ? Cash or check ? , It will be cash today . It will be cash today . , How much do you want to deposit ? How much do you want to deposit ? , I need to deposit $ 300 . I need to deposit $ 300 . , What account will you be depositing this money into ? What account will you be depositing this money into ? , Deposit it into my checking account . Deposit it into my checking account . , What else can I do for you today ? What else can I do for you today ? , That ’ s all I need today . Thanks . Do you do a lot of your shopping online ? ," Not really . I like looking on the internet at what ’ s available , but I usually prefer to actually see and touch what I ’ m buying before I pay for it . Sometimes , I ’ ll look at something in a shop , but lat " " Not really . I like looking on the internet at what ’ s available , but I usually prefer to actually see and touch what I ’ m buying before I pay for it . Sometimes , I ’ ll look at something in a shop , but lat ", No . I ’ m a little worried about security . You never know who ’ s trying to find out your codes and passwords . Aren ’ t you worry about that ? No . I ’ m a little worried about security . You never know who ’ s trying to find out your codes and passwords . Aren ’ t you worry about that ? ," Not really . I know that it happens , but if you buy from reputable companies with secure websites , you should be ok . Even though I use online shopping facilities , I don ’ t think it ’ s the best way to sho " " Not really . I know that it happens , but if you buy from reputable companies with secure websites , you should be ok . Even though I use online shopping facilities , I don ’ t think it ’ s the best way to sho ", I ’ m surprised to hear you say that . I thought you loved anything technological . I ’ m surprised to hear you say that . I thought you loved anything technological . ," I do . I ’ m a big fan of using new technology , but I don ’ t want to sit in front of a computer screen all day . I think people need to get out and interact with other people . " " I do . I ’ m a big fan of using new technology , but I don ’ t want to sit in front of a computer screen all day . I think people need to get out and interact with other people . "," So , how about coming to the department store with me ? I want to see if there are any new summer clothes on sale yet . " " So , how about coming to the department store with me ? I want to see if there are any new summer clothes on sale yet . ", Sure . I ’ d love to join you . Can we stop by the computer store ? I just want to see if they have something . Sure . I ’ d love to join you . Can we stop by the computer store ? I just want to see if they have something . , Sure . While you ’ re in the computer store . I will visit the book store opposite . I like to browse through their books and see if they have anything interesting . Sure . While you ’ re in the computer store . I will visit the book store opposite . I like to browse through their books and see if they have anything interesting . , Ok . I ’ Ve finished online . Let ’ s go . I ’ ll just get some money and my credit card . Ok . I ’ Ve finished online . Let ’ s go . I ’ ll just get some money and my credit card . , Thanks for reminding me . I had forgotten to get mine . I only want a little off the top and the sides and back to have clean lines . , Okay . Is your hair naturally curly or is it a perm ? Okay . Is your hair naturally curly or is it a perm ? , It's natural . My friend told me you know how to work with curls . It's natural . My friend told me you know how to work with curls . , That's my specialty . Let me put this around your neck . That's my specialty . Let me put this around your neck . , Do you have any product that controls frizz ? Do you have any product that controls frizz ? ," With the cut I'll give you , we will minimize a lot of that . " " With the cut I'll give you , we will minimize a lot of that . ", Thank you ! Thank you ! ," And when we're done , I'll show you some great stuff to take care of the rest . " How much for a bus pass ? ," Well , for a monthly pass , it'll cost you $ 65 . " " Well , for a monthly pass , it'll cost you $ 65 . ", Is there anything else that doesn't cost as much ? Is there anything else that doesn't cost as much ? ," If you're a student , you can get a student bus pass . " " If you're a student , you can get a student bus pass . ", How much does a student pass cost ? How much does a student pass cost ? , That actual bus pass is free . That actual bus pass is free . , It doesn't cost anything ? It doesn't cost anything ? , The only thing you'll have to pay for is the monthly sticker . The only thing you'll have to pay for is the monthly sticker . , Can you tell me how much that'll cost ? Can you tell me how much that'll cost ? , It's only $ 24 a month . It's only $ 24 a month . ," Sounds good , let me get that . " " Sounds good , let me get that . ", I'll get it for you right now . "Watch out , Jenny ! Be careful of the cars . "," I'm fine , dad . " " I'm fine , dad . ", Did you get hit ? Did you get hit ? ," No , dad . Can I go there to play ball ? " " No , dad . Can I go there to play ball ? "," Watch out for strangers , and don't go too far away . Alright ? " "I would like to talk to you , if you have time . ", What ’ s going on ? What ’ s going on ? , I want to discuss some things about my lease . I want to discuss some things about my lease . , What aren ’ t you too sure about ? What aren ’ t you too sure about ? , Can you tell me when my lease is up ? Can you tell me when my lease is up ? , Your lease is for three years . Your lease is for three years . ," If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ? " " If I ever decide to leave before the three years , will there be a problem ? "," If you do , I will keep your deductible . " " If you do , I will keep your deductible . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? ," If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible . " " If you break the contract , then you will not receive your deductible . "," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . ", All right . I ’ m glad I could clarify things for you . "An interesting meeting , isn't it ? "," Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good . " " Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good . "," Let me introduce myself , by the way , my name is Dick Brown . " " Let me introduce myself , by the way , my name is Dick Brown . ", How do you do ? I'm Mary Green . How do you do ? I'm Mary Green . ," Sorry , what was your last name again ? " " Sorry , what was your last name again ? "," Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary . " " Green , G-R-E-E-N , but just call me Mary . ", OK . I'm Dick . OK . I'm Dick . , Glad to meet you . It was very kind of you to give me a tour of the place . It gave me a good idea of your product range . ," It ’ s a pleasure to show our factory to our customers . What ’ s your general impression , may I ask ? " " It ’ s a pleasure to show our factory to our customers . What ’ s your general impression , may I ask ? "," Very impressive , indeed , especially the speed of your NW Model . " " Very impressive , indeed , especially the speed of your NW Model . ", That ’ s our latest development . A product with high performance . We put it on the market just two months ago . That ’ s our latest development . A product with high performance . We put it on the market just two months ago . ," The machine gives you an edge over your competitors , I guess . " " The machine gives you an edge over your competitors , I guess . ", Certainly . No one can match us as far as speed is concerned . Certainly . No one can match us as far as speed is concerned . , Could you give me some brochures for that machine ? And the price if possible . Could you give me some brochures for that machine ? And the price if possible . , Right . Here is our sales catalog and literature . Right . Here is our sales catalog and literature . , Thank you . I think we may be able to work together in the future . Excuse me . Do you happen to have a gym here ? ," Yes , sir . I think you'll find our gym quite satisfactory . " " Yes , sir . I think you'll find our gym quite satisfactory . "," So , where do I go to exercise ? " " So , where do I go to exercise ? "," It's only one flight down , sir . Just take the elevator or the stairs . " " It's only one flight down , sir . Just take the elevator or the stairs . ", Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ? Am I going to be charged extra for using the gym ? ," Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key . " " Sir , you can use the gym for free . All you need is your room key . "," Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ? " " Great ! Now tell me , what are the hours of this gym ? "," Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week . " " Sir , our gym is open around the clock , every day of the week . ", Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ? Okay . Do you have a trainer to help me work out ? ," I'm sorry , sir , but we have no trainer . " I'm going to try sky diving this weekend . , I wouldn't do it if I were you . I wouldn't do it if I were you . , It's sounds like fun . It's sounds like fun . ," It's very dangerous , you know . " " It's very dangerous , you know . ", I want to try something exciting . I want to try something exciting . ," It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you . " " It's an easy way to get hurt , let me tell you . ", I'll tell you all about it next Monday . I'll tell you all about it next Monday . ," Well , take care of yourself , and don't say I didn't warn you . " "Aunt Cindy , do you shop online often ? ", Yes . It's very convenient and the price is even lower . Yes . It's very convenient and the price is even lower . ," Last week , I tried to buy some books online , but I didn't know how to pay for them ? " " Last week , I tried to buy some books online , but I didn't know how to pay for them ? "," You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online . " " You should open an account at the online bank first . After that , you can buy anything online . ", Are there many things online ? Are there many things online ? , Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let's check it out online ! Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let's check it out online ! ," Oh , what's this ? Second-hand cellphone store ? " " Oh , what's this ? Second-hand cellphone store ? "," Yeah , this one is very famous with a good credit among on-line customers . It's like an open free market . If you want to change your cellphone for a new one , you can sell the old one here . " " Yeah , this one is very famous with a good credit among on-line customers . It's like an open free market . If you want to change your cellphone for a new one , you can sell the old one here . ", Really ? How to do that ? Really ? How to do that ? ," Take some pictures of the thing you want to sell , then upload it onto line with a brief description about it and leave your connecting number . Then your stuff will be sold by auction . " " Take some pictures of the thing you want to sell , then upload it onto line with a brief description about it and leave your connecting number . Then your stuff will be sold by auction . "," That's amazing . I'd love to try it later . Oh , an on-line virtual supermarket ? " " That's amazing . I'd love to try it later . Oh , an on-line virtual supermarket ? ", Let's click to check it out . " Oh , I got it . It simulates the real supermarket , which makes it feel so real . Mom will love it . She loves shopping in supermarkets . ", No doubt about it . Shopping online will get more and more popular . It's a real revolution about people's consuming habits . No doubt about it . Shopping online will get more and more popular . It's a real revolution about people's consuming habits . , Are there any disadvantages about it ? Are there any disadvantages about it ? , It takes some time for the stuff you buy online to arrive . But I think this problem will be solved soon . "I ’ m sorry , but I can ’ t find the book that you lend me . "," Oh , that ’ s alright . " " Oh , that ’ s alright . ", I must apologize . I ’ ll buy you a new one tomorrow . I must apologize . I ’ ll buy you a new one tomorrow . , No . Please don ’ t . I couldn ’ t let you do that . Do you know our major business ? ," Yes , I know it is one of the leading industries in the petrochemical field . " " Yes , I know it is one of the leading industries in the petrochemical field . ", Do you have a long-term plan for your career ? Do you have a long-term plan for your career ? ," Yes , I hope I will be a manager in 5 years . " He ’ s got laid off again . I do feel sorry for him . , Do you really ? Do you really ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , I just think he deserves it . " "Brandy , I am supposed to participate in an interview tomorrow . ", That's great . You need to prepare for it . That's great . You need to prepare for it . , How ? How ? , Buy an expensive suit . Buy an expensive suit . , Is a white shirt OK ? Is a white shirt OK ? ," Yeah , fine . And dressing leather shoes . " Good morning Mike ! , Morning Sally ! What's up ? you seem many hurry ! Morning Sally ! What's up ? you seem many hurry ! ," I am having an exam at 9 o'clock , It's already 8 thirty . " " I am having an exam at 9 o'clock , It's already 8 thirty . "," Don't worry , I'll drive you . " " Don't worry , I'll drive you . ", Thank you very much ! Thank you very much ! , How are your cases coming along ? How are your cases coming along ? ," Very well , thanks , I will probably finish next week , but this is still a lot of work , I have been worked on in for six months , and i ' m so closed to end . I can fill in . " " Very well , thanks , I will probably finish next week , but this is still a lot of work , I have been worked on in for six months , and i ' m so closed to end . I can fill in . "," Wow , Good for you . It sounds like a lot of work . I'm proud of you ! Is this the red of building ? " " Wow , Good for you . It sounds like a lot of work . I'm proud of you ! Is this the red of building ? "," Yes , It's only 8 forty . Thanks so much ! " " Yes , It's only 8 forty . Thanks so much ! "," You're welcome . Good luck , bye ! " " You're welcome . Good luck , bye ! "," Have a nice day , bye ! " What is this eviction notice for ? , The notice you received is a 30 - day notice to vacate . The notice you received is a 30 - day notice to vacate . , Are you kidding me ? Are you kidding me ? , I mentioned to you before that you need to keep up with your rent . This notice to evict is letting you know that I mean business . I mentioned to you before that you need to keep up with your rent . This notice to evict is letting you know that I mean business . , You can ’ t just throw me out on the street ! You can ’ t just throw me out on the street ! ," You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you . " " You have 30 days to catch up on your rent , or a sheriff will evict you . ", Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ? Will you still throw me out if I make the rent payment ? ," You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments . " " You can stay , but you might think about looking for a less expensive living arrangement if you are having trouble making the payments . ", I am going to take care of the rent payment right now . I am going to take care of the rent payment right now . , Thank you . The payment needs to be in the form of cash or a cashier ’ s check . "Happy anniversary , sweetheart ! ", Yes . to our first anniversary and many more to come . Cheers ! Yes . to our first anniversary and many more to come . Cheers ! , I'll drink to that . Thanks for making this a night worth remembering . I'll drink to that . Thanks for making this a night worth remembering . ," Well , it's a special day . They say if you survive the first year , the rest is smooth sailing . " " Well , it's a special day . They say if you survive the first year , the rest is smooth sailing . "," That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song . " " That's good to know . Oh , listen ! The band's playing our song . ", I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ? I requested it . What do you say ? Do you have your dancing shoes on ? , Always . "Hello , may I help you ? "," Yes , I need some more cash for my visit in China . May I cash a traveler ’ s check here ? " " Yes , I need some more cash for my visit in China . May I cash a traveler ’ s check here ? ", Of course . We would be happy to cash it for you . Of course . We would be happy to cash it for you . ," I was going to cash it at the hotel , but one of my friends said that banks always give better exchange rates . " " I was going to cash it at the hotel , but one of my friends said that banks always give better exchange rates . "," Well , any bank will cash it at our present traveler's check buying rate , for which we ’ re somewhere cheaper than hotels because of the service charge . You see , hotels really aren ’ t in the money exchange business although they will cash traveler ’ s check for their guest . " " Well , any bank will cash it at our present traveler's check buying rate , for which we ’ re somewhere cheaper than hotels because of the service charge . You see , hotels really aren ’ t in the money exchange business although they will cash traveler ’ s check for their guest . ", You mean there is really not that much of a difference . You mean there is really not that much of a difference . ," No , madam . Not very much . " " No , madam . Not very much . "," Well , may I cash these three checks for 100 dollars each ? I think that will be enough . " " Well , may I cash these three checks for 100 dollars each ? I think that will be enough . "," Yes , I'll be happy to cash these for you . Would you please countersign them here ? " " Yes , I'll be happy to cash these for you . Would you please countersign them here ? ", Ok . Where are you going to play this weekend ? , I have not given it much thought . Do you have any good suggestions ? I have not given it much thought . Do you have any good suggestions ? , I want to spend two days in the mountains with friends . The city is too noisy . Do you know Tangle Temple ? I want to spend two days in the mountains with friends . The city is too noisy . Do you know Tangle Temple ? , I have been there . It is in the middle of the mountains . It is not noisy there and you have to be a vegetarian . I have been there . It is in the middle of the mountains . It is not noisy there and you have to be a vegetarian . , Do you want to climb the mountain with us ? Do you want to climb the mountain with us ? , Does it have enough lodging ? Does it have enough lodging ? , No problem . The temple is quite large . No problem . The temple is quite large . , There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees . There are many ancient pine trees there . It is especially quiet at night . It is wonderful to listen to the monks chanting while listening to the soothing sound of the winds in the pine trees . , I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ? I'm getting a little excited now . What clothes should I wear ? ," Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' . " " Take some thick clothes with you . It is rather cold there at night . If you wear the T-shirt you're wearing now , you will become a ' popsicle ' . ", Anything else I should bring ? Anything else I should bring ? ," If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you . " " If you like taking pictures , you may bring a camera with you . ", Needless to say . What day is it today ? , It's Friday . I need to make a copy of a document as soon as possible . ," No problem , sir . There's a copy machine in our computer lab . " " No problem , sir . There's a copy machine in our computer lab . ", Very good . How much does each copy cost ? Very good . How much does each copy cost ? ," Each copy will cost you a dime , sir . " " Each copy will cost you a dime , sir . ", A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel . A dime ? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel . ," There aren't many things you can get for a nickel , sir . " "Nick , it's very nice of you to see me off . ", You're welcome . Did you have a good time on this vacation ? You're welcome . Did you have a good time on this vacation ? , Very well . If I leave I'll miss you . Very well . If I leave I'll miss you . , Me too . Please write to me as soon as you get Boston . Me too . Please write to me as soon as you get Boston . , I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you . I'm sure and I remembered your phone number . I'll call you . ," OK , they begin to register . " " OK , they begin to register . ", It's time I left . It's time I left . , Have a nice journey ! Do give my regards to your parents . I am sure we will make it up as soon as possible . , That's nice . That's nice . , We hope this matter will not affect our good relations in our future dealings . We hope this matter will not affect our good relations in our future dealings . , Of course not . We have cooperated for a long time . "Excuse me , do you go to the Central Park ? "," Yes , this is the right bus . " " Yes , this is the right bus . ", Could you please tell me when I get to the Central Park ? Could you please tell me when I get to the Central Park ? , Don't worry . I'll call out the stops . Don't worry . I'll call out the stops . , ( A few minutes later . ) Should I get off at the next stop ? ( A few minutes later . ) Should I get off at the next stop ? ," No , don't worry . I'll get you off when you get there . " " No , don't worry . I'll get you off when you get there . ", Is it a long ride ? Is it a long ride ? ," No , not that long . Two more stops , and you'll get off , sir . " " No , not that long . Two more stops , and you'll get off , sir . ", OK . I know . Thank you . OK . I know . Thank you . , Not at all . "May I see your airplane ticket , passport and health certificate please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Will you please put your luggage on the scale ? Will you please put your luggage on the scale ? , I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself . I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this overnight bag by myself . ," Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight.You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage . " " Sir , your bags are 30 pounds over weight.You are allowed only 45 pounds of baggage . "," Well , then , how much do I owe you ? " " Well , then , how much do I owe you ? ", That comes to H . K . $ 120 . I've got to get dad a Father's Day gift . , Thanks for reminding me . It always slips my mind . Thanks for reminding me . It always slips my mind . , This year I'm going to get him a gag gift . This year I'm going to get him a gag gift . , Cool ! That's a great idea . What did you have in mind ? Cool ! That's a great idea . What did you have in mind ? ," Well , we have a tradition in my family ... " " Well , we have a tradition in my family ... "," Don't tell me , socks . " " Don't tell me , socks . "," No , ties . And there's a tie store . Let's go ! " You ready ? , Am I ready for what ? Am I ready for what ? , Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow ? Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow ? ," Oh . Yes , I ’ m ready to transfer . " " Oh . Yes , I ’ m ready to transfer . "," You ’ re not nervous , are you ? " " You ’ re not nervous , are you ? ", I ’ m very nervous . I ’ m very nervous . , Why are you nervous ? Why are you nervous ? , I ’ m not going to know anybody there . I ’ m not going to know anybody there . , That ’ s not a problem . That ’ s not a problem . , That makes me nervous . That makes me nervous . , It ’ s fun meeting new people . It ’ s fun meeting new people . , I didn ’ t think about it that way . Hi . I'm looking for a gift for my niece . ," Well , little girls seem to love Barbie dolls . " " Well , little girls seem to love Barbie dolls . ", That's perfect . I want to see one . That's perfect . I want to see one . , Here you are — she's called Digital Barbie . Here you are — she's called Digital Barbie . ," Oh , I like Digital Barbie ! How much does she cost ? " " Oh , I like Digital Barbie ! How much does she cost ? ", This Barbie is only $ 29.95 . This Barbie is only $ 29.95 . , That's perfect . Let me have her . That's perfect . Let me have her . , Very good . Is there anything else you would like ? Very good . Is there anything else you would like ? ," No , that'll do it for now . " " No , that'll do it for now . "," Including tax , your total will be $ 32.42 . Cash or charge ? " " Including tax , your total will be $ 32.42 . Cash or charge ? "," Let me give you cash , please . " " Let me give you cash , please . ", Here's your change and receipt . Thank you . "You're from New York , aren't you ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", What do you suggest I should see in New York ? What do you suggest I should see in New York ? ," Well , how about the Museum of Modern Art ? " " Well , how about the Museum of Modern Art ? "," No , I don't like museums.They ' re boring . " " No , I don't like museums.They ' re boring . ", Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ? Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building ? , Ah ! That sounds interesting . Do you have any siblings ? ," Yes , I do . I am the oldest child . I have a sister and a brother . My sister is in college and my brother in high school . " " Yes , I do . I am the oldest child . I have a sister and a brother . My sister is in college and my brother in high school . ", How do you get along with them ? How do you get along with them ? , We get alone very well . Is the right counter to check in for this flight ? ," Yes , it is . Please put your luggage on this scale . " " Yes , it is . Please put your luggage on this scale . ", OK . Is the plane on schedule ? OK . Is the plane on schedule ? ," Yes , it is . How many pieces of hand luggage do you have ? " " Yes , it is . How many pieces of hand luggage do you have ? ", Two . "Robert , this is my friend , Mrs . Smith . "," Hi , Nice to meet you . " " Hi , Nice to meet you . ", Nice to meet you too . Nice to meet you too . ," Mrs . Smith , what do you do for work ? " " Mrs . Smith , what do you do for work ? ", I'm a doctor . I'm a doctor . , Oh . Where do you work ? Oh . Where do you work ? , New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ? New York University hospital in New York City . What do you do ? , I'm a teacher . I'm a teacher . , What do you teach ? What do you teach ? , I teach English . I teach English . , Where ? Where ? , At a high school in New Jersey . At a high school in New Jersey . , That's nice . How old are you ? That's nice . How old are you ? , I'm 32 . "Hi , Robert . What happened to your face ? It looks swollen . ", I had to go get a cavity filled today . I had to go get a cavity filled today . , Did it hurt ? Did it hurt ? , I don't even wanna talk about it . It killed me ! I don't even wanna talk about it . It killed me ! , How long were you in the chair ? How long were you in the chair ? ," It took quite a while , but the worst part was getting numbed . They had to give me 3 shoots . " " It took quite a while , but the worst part was getting numbed . They had to give me 3 shoots . "," Well , I guess you've learned a good lesson , huh . You have to take good care of your teeth . " " Well , I guess you've learned a good lesson , huh . You have to take good care of your teeth . "," No kidding . Not only can ’ t I stand the pain , but man ... dentists are expensive . The bill is going to be humungous ! " " No kidding . Not only can ’ t I stand the pain , but man ... dentists are expensive . The bill is going to be humungous ! ", Don't you have a dental insurance ? Don't you have a dental insurance ? ," I do , but it still does not cover everything . " "Oh , my God ! What's this ? ", What ? What ? , Look ! This window is open . Look ! This window is open . , Did you open it before we left ? Did you open it before we left ? , Are you kidding ? It's winter . Why would I open it ? Are you kidding ? It's winter . Why would I open it ? , I don't know . Wait . Is this yours ? I don't know . Wait . Is this yours ? ," No ! Oh , my God ! Someone has broken into the house . " " No ! Oh , my God ! Someone has broken into the house . ", It looks that way . That's probably why the door wasn't locked when we came in . It looks that way . That's probably why the door wasn't locked when we came in . , I locked it when I left though . I locked it when I left though . ," Yes , but the robber broke in.Then , when he left , he left through the door . So it wasn't locked . " " Yes , but the robber broke in.Then , when he left , he left through the door . So it wasn't locked . "," I don't care about that , Allen ! What did he steal ? That's the question ! " " I don't care about that , Allen ! What did he steal ? That's the question ! ", Look around . Look around . , The TV's still here . The TV's still here . , And your stereo too . So what did he steal ? We have to go look upstairs . And your stereo too . So what did he steal ? We have to go look upstairs . , But what if someone's still up there ? But what if someone's still up there ? ," I don't think there will be . He left through the door , remember ? " Sorry to have smoked in your room . , Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll open the window . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll open the window . , It ’ s very kind of you . It ’ s very kind of you . , Smoking is harmful for your health . Smoking is harmful for your health . , I know . I ’ ll try to give it up . "Beautiful weather , isn ’ t it ? "," Yes , it is . Are you here on business ? " " Yes , it is . Are you here on business ? "," No , I ’ m on a vacation to see the famous Three Gorges . " " No , I ’ m on a vacation to see the famous Three Gorges . "," I ’ m going there for a tour , too . Is this your first trip to China ? " " I ’ m going there for a tour , too . Is this your first trip to China ? "," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", Why don ’ t we go together ? I can show you around . I think you ’ ll have a better time . Why don ’ t we go together ? I can show you around . I think you ’ ll have a better time . , I couldn ’ t agree more . I couldn ’ t agree more . ," Great , let ’ s go ! " Can you recognize Mike's father in the crowd ? ," Yes , he's holding a bunch of books . " " Yes , he's holding a bunch of books . ", Let's run up and give him a hand . "Hello , let me introduce myself . I'm your new neighbor . My name is Andy . "," Hi , Andy . I'm Judy . It's nice meeting you . " " Hi , Andy . I'm Judy . It's nice meeting you . "," Nice meeting you , too . " " Nice meeting you , too . ", Come over and visit when you have time . Come over and visit when you have time . , Thanks for the invitation . I will ! "Hi , how are you . Is Alice there ? ", Speaking . What's up ? Speaking . What's up ? , Why haven't you answered the phone ? Why haven't you answered the phone ? ," My bad , I had chores to do . " " My bad , I had chores to do . ", That's all right . That's all right . , What was the reason for your call ? What was the reason for your call ? , I want to do something tomorrow with you . I want to do something tomorrow with you . , Sounds good . What did you have in mind ? Sounds good . What did you have in mind ? , I was thinking about seeing a movie . I was thinking about seeing a movie . ," Okay , let's go see a movie . " " Okay , let's go see a movie . ", Until then . Until then . , Talk to you later . "You got our email with all the specifications for the project . We'll be accepting bids untill noon on Tuesday . If you have any questions between now and then , please let me know . "," Actually , I did have a question . We'd like to know what you had in mind for the budget on this project . We are hoping to put together a really competitive bid . But at the same time , we'd like to hit your target price , too . " " Actually , I did have a question . We'd like to know what you had in mind for the budget on this project . We are hoping to put together a really competitive bid . But at the same time , we'd like to hit your target price , too . "," I understand . But unfortunately , it is our policy not to disclose our bottom line . You can be assured that price is a weighty consideration when we review the proposals . We also consider other elements , including design and practicality . We also give weight to the reputation of the submitting company . " " I understand . But unfortunately , it is our policy not to disclose our bottom line . You can be assured that price is a weighty consideration when we review the proposals . We also consider other elements , including design and practicality . We also give weight to the reputation of the submitting company . ", Do you have any price range ? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high ? Do you have any price range ? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high ? , We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint . That's all I can say . The concert was really great . , I agree . I agree . , The singing group used to be very popular . The singing group used to be very popular . , I can't believe they would play so good . "Excuse me , I bought this sweater yesterday . But when I got home and tried it on , I found it ’ s too small . ", Do you have the receipt with you ? Do you have the receipt with you ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . ", Thank you . Do you want your money back ? Thank you . Do you want your money back ? ," No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ? " " No , can I exchange it for a bigger one ? ", I am afraid this is the biggest size we have . I am afraid this is the biggest size we have . ," Oh , that's too bad . " " Oh , that's too bad . ", Maybe you would like to try this one with the willow pattern . The price is the same and it's bigger . Can I pay my bill here ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", How much is the charge ? How much is the charge ? , Let me see ... it's $ 50 . Let me see ... it's $ 50 . , Do you receive checks ? Do you receive checks ? ," Sorry , sir . We receive credit card and cash only . " " Sorry , sir . We receive credit card and cash only . ", Here is my card . It's late.It ' s high time I left.Thank you for a most wonderful evening . , Don't mention it . Don't mention it . , Good night then ! Good night then ! , Good night ! good morning . How can I help you ? , I'd like to open a new account . I'd like to open a new account . , have you filled out an application form ? have you filled out an application form ? ," yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ? " " yes . And I've brought some documents along with me , too . Do you need to see my passport ? ", yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ? yes . I'll just have my assistant look over these quickly and then we'll move on to the next step . Did you want to open up a checking account and a savings account ? , yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ? yes . Does the checking account come with a debit card ? ," yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction . " " yes . Actually , both accounts come with cards that you can use in ATM machines , so that you won't have to come in to the bank to make a transaction . ", that's very convenient . that's very convenient . , it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ? it is . Our customers really like it . Do you have any other questions about your new accounts ? , yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ? yes . What's the maximum amount that you are allowed to have in an overdraft ? , the maximum is $ 1000 . the maximum is $ 1000 . , is there a penalty for having an overdraft ? is there a penalty for having an overdraft ? ," yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards . " " yes , but it's not much . You just have to pay 1 % interest on the amount . It's much lower rate than any of our loans and it's much better than owing money to most credit cards . ", that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ? that's true . Is everything alright with my documents ? ," they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks . " " they're all in order . If you just sign your name here , you'll receive your cards and pin numbers in the mail in about three weeks . ", thank you very much . How time flies ! , May and Danny have already grown up . May and Danny have already grown up . , I can still remember our first date . I can still remember our first date . , Look at that big tree over there . Look at that big tree over there . ," Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there . " " Yeah , oh my god ! It's still there . We have our first date right on there . ", Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight . Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight . , You were dull at that time . You were dull at that time . , But you agreed to go out with me at last . But you agreed to go out with me at last . , I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married . I wish the politicians would quit digging up dirt about each other's past . , I know . It really makes a mess of the whole election process . I know . It really makes a mess of the whole election process . , And it takes up all the news . And it takes up all the news . , The problem is that there always a large number of people who eat that kind of stuff up . The problem is that there always a large number of people who eat that kind of stuff up . ," It's so small . The fact that there is public interest , doesn't say much for us as the public . " " It's so small . The fact that there is public interest , doesn't say much for us as the public . ", Have you ever listened to AM radio ? It's quite a different experience than the traditional news stations on TV and FM radio . Have you ever listened to AM radio ? It's quite a different experience than the traditional news stations on TV and FM radio . , I don't remember the last time I listened to AM radio . I don't remember the last time I listened to AM radio . , Another place you can get real insight is European papers . You can get them on-line . Are you enjoying your trip to New Orleans ? ," Oh , yes . I really like it here . " " Oh , yes . I really like it here . ", Would you like to do something tonight ? Would you like to do something tonight ? , Sure . I'd love to . Sure . I'd love to . , Let's see . Have you been to a jazz club yet ? Let's see . Have you been to a jazz club yet ? , Yes . I've already been to several clubs here . Yes . I've already been to several clubs here . , OK . What about an evening riverboat tour ? OK . What about an evening riverboat tour ? ," Uh , actually , I've gone twice this week . " " Uh , actually , I've gone twice this week . "," So , what do you want to do ? " " So , what do you want to do ? "," Well , I haven't been to the theater in a long time . " " Well , I haven't been to the theater in a long time . "," Oh , OK . I hear there's a terrific show at the Sanger Theater . " " Oh , OK . I hear there's a terrific show at the Sanger Theater . ", Great ! Let's make a reservation . "I ’ m thinking about getting a pet , but I ’ m really not sure which animal would be suitable . Could you give me some advice ? "," Certainly ! The first thing is to be honest about how much time for you can devote to your pet . Dogs are very demanding . You need to take them for walks and they love to play . Cats , on the other hand , are more independent . " " Certainly ! The first thing is to be honest about how much time for you can devote to your pet . Dogs are very demanding . You need to take them for walks and they love to play . Cats , on the other hand , are more independent . "," I ’ m fairly busy , so I really need an animal that I don ’ t need to care of very much . Actually , I ’ d like a pet that ’ s a little unusual . I don't ’ really want a typical pet , like a cat , dog , or hamster . Do you have any suggestions ? " " I ’ m fairly busy , so I really need an animal that I don ’ t need to care of very much . Actually , I ’ d like a pet that ’ s a little unusual . I don't ’ really want a typical pet , like a cat , dog , or hamster . Do you have any suggestions ? ", Unusual pet are often more expensive to keep . Is that a problem ? Unusual pet are often more expensive to keep . Is that a problem ? ," Not really . By the way , I don ’ t want a pet that could be dangerous , like a tarantula or rattlesnake . " " Not really . By the way , I don ’ t want a pet that could be dangerous , like a tarantula or rattlesnake . "," We have those , but I only sell them to people I know well , for obvious reasons . How about a lizard ? I have some that are very brightly coloured , are not aggressive , and are easy to feed and look after . " " We have those , but I only sell them to people I know well , for obvious reasons . How about a lizard ? I have some that are very brightly coloured , are not aggressive , and are easy to feed and look after . ", That sounds ideal . Could you show me some ? That sounds ideal . Could you show me some ? ," Sure . Come over here . As you can see , I have a wide selection of species . They can live together , if you want lizards of different kinds . Do you have a favourite colour ? " " Sure . Come over here . As you can see , I have a wide selection of species . They can live together , if you want lizards of different kinds . Do you have a favourite colour ? ", I like the red one . What do they eat ? I like the red one . What do they eat ? ," You can feed them on various things . They will eat small pieces of meat , but I ’ d recommend insects . You can get them from your garden , but remember that lizards eat a lot insects . I sell them here . " " You can feed them on various things . They will eat small pieces of meat , but I ’ d recommend insects . You can get them from your garden , but remember that lizards eat a lot insects . I sell them here . ", Thanks a lot . What I ’ ll do si find out more online and drop by next week . Thanks a lot . What I ’ ll do si find out more online and drop by next week . , That ’ s fine . You shouldn ’ t make a hasty decision when choosing a pet . "It's your turn , sir . I'm sorry that you've had to wait . "," That's all right.Show me the blue pen , please . " " That's all right.Show me the blue pen , please . "," OK , It's here , one of the best makes in China . " " OK , It's here , one of the best makes in China . ", I see.Thank you . You seemed to be fed up with Mary . , Yeah . I get sick of her . She always bends my ear about what she thinks . Yeah . I get sick of her . She always bends my ear about what she thinks . , She is a barking dog . But she means well . She is a barking dog . But she means well . , But I don ’ t like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do . But I don ’ t like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do . , You are unfair to her . She is a very nice girl . "OK . Do you want a trim , or do you want to get your hair done ? "," Can I get my hair done like his ? His girlfriend has the same hair , and she's white . " " Can I get my hair done like his ? His girlfriend has the same hair , and she's white . ", Like that Rastafarian over there ? You mean dreadlocks ? You crazy ! That'll take way too long . Like that Rastafarian over there ? You mean dreadlocks ? You crazy ! That'll take way too long . , What kind of style are you getting done ? Can we match ? What kind of style are you getting done ? Can we match ? ," I'm gonna get a relaxer , then flip the ends up like Halle . " " I'm gonna get a relaxer , then flip the ends up like Halle . "," Can I get a relaxer , too ? And why did you say , “ You crazy ” instead of “ You ou're crazy ” ? " Can you take part in our picnic this Saturday ? , That would be fine . Where are you going ? That would be fine . Where are you going ? , We plan to go to a forest in the suburb . There is a beautiful river there . We can do some fishing . We plan to go to a forest in the suburb . There is a beautiful river there . We can do some fishing . , Great . Great . , And don't forget your fishing tackle . And don't forget your fishing tackle . , Ok . I like fishing very much . "Hello , Rebecca , fancy meeting you here ! "," Hi , Paul . I haven't seen you for a long time . " " Hi , Paul . I haven't seen you for a long time . ", How have you been ? How have you been ? ," Fine , thank you , and you ? " " Fine , thank you , and you ? ", Pretty good . What brings you here ? Pretty good . What brings you here ? , I came to see my uncle . He lives in the next block . Have you eaten ? , Not yet . it's getting cold . , yes . I bought a scarf yesterday . It's really nice and warm . Have a look . yes . I bought a scarf yesterday . It's really nice and warm . Have a look . ," Oh , it's made of wool . I like the striped pattern . " " Oh , it's made of wool . I like the striped pattern . "," yes , I adore simple fashions . How does it look on me ? " " yes , I adore simple fashions . How does it look on me ? "," it looks great , but you need something to go with it . It's too plain on its own . " " it looks great , but you need something to go with it . It's too plain on its own . ", how about this blue sweater ? how about this blue sweater ? , that's a good idea . When did you buy it ? Is it a name brand ? that's a good idea . When did you buy it ? Is it a name brand ? ," yes , but I bought it when it was on sale , 50 % off the original price . OK , what do you think ? " " yes , but I bought it when it was on sale , 50 % off the original price . OK , what do you think ? ", that looks lovely . Just one more thing---you need a pair of earrings . that looks lovely . Just one more thing---you need a pair of earrings . , I've got a pair of pearl earrings . Here it is . I've got a pair of pearl earrings . Here it is . , perfect ! perfect ! ," you have good fashion sense , Karen . " " you have good fashion sense , Karen . ", thanks . We should be ourselves . There are so many fashion victims out there . thanks . We should be ourselves . There are so many fashion victims out there . ," yes , but with our sense we'll always look good . " "I've been looking for a swimming pool , but I haven't found one yet . "," We have no pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in our gym . " " We have no pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in our gym . ", Swim stations ? Could you be a little more explicit ? Swim stations ? Could you be a little more explicit ? ," You know how you run on a treadmill but don't go anywhere ? Well , it's the same thing . " " You know how you run on a treadmill but don't go anywhere ? Well , it's the same thing . "," Gee , that's a great idea . Now , how much do I have to pay ? " " Gee , that's a great idea . Now , how much do I have to pay ? "," The stations are absolutely free to guests , sir . " " The stations are absolutely free to guests , sir . "," Great ! Now , when can I go down there and use the stations ? " " Great ! Now , when can I go down there and use the stations ? ", The swim stations are open daily from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m . The swim stations are open daily from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m . ," Boy , oh boy ! I can't wait to change into my swim trunks . " " Boy , oh boy ! I can't wait to change into my swim trunks . "," Be warned , sir . At certain hours the swim stations are very crowded . " Too ... your face is really oily ... perfect ! , Why ? Are you planning to stir-fry my face ? Why ? Are you planning to stir-fry my face ? ," Nope . I'm going to tell your fortune . So ... the oilier , the better . " " Nope . I'm going to tell your fortune . So ... the oilier , the better . "," You've gone bonkers , Jen . " " You've gone bonkers , Jen . "," It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical . " " It's facial paper , and it fits into the rings of my binder ! It's magical . ", OK . Let's see . Give me a sheet . "Good morning , doctor . I've been suffering very much from a toothache lately . "," Well , let me have a look . Will you sit down in this chair and open your mouth wide ? " " Well , let me have a look . Will you sit down in this chair and open your mouth wide ? ", I think one of the back ones at the top is giving me the most trouble . I think one of the back ones at the top is giving me the most trouble . , Yes . This big one is badly decayed . I'm afraid it must be taken out . Yes . This big one is badly decayed . I'm afraid it must be taken out . ," Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ? " " Oh , I hate having teeth pulled out . Will it hurt ? "," No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ? " " No need to worry . You won't feel anything at all . I'll give you an injection to stop the pain . Just wash your mouth out with this water , will you ? ", Will it take long ? Will it take long ? ," No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ... " " No , it'll be over soon . Nurse , get some X-rays of our patient's molars . Then we'll start . Open your mouth wide . Don't be so nervous . Now open wider ... now stay , that's over ... ", Is it out ? Is it out ? ," Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look ! " " Not yet , but it soon will be . Now open again please ... It's out ! Look ! "," Well , really ! That was wonderful ! I felt no pain at all . Thank you , doctor . " "Hi , I ’ m the superintendent of this building . What can I do for you ? "," Hi , I ’ m Paul . Could you show me the apartment on the first floor ? " " Hi , I ’ m Paul . Could you show me the apartment on the first floor ? ", Sure . Let ’ s go . Sure . Let ’ s go . , I like this one . How much is the rent ? I like this one . How much is the rent ? , $ 850 a month . $ 850 a month . , Does the rent include utilities ? Does the rent include utilities ? , No . Utilities are extra . No . Utilities are extra . , Where ’ s the laundry room ? Where ’ s the laundry room ? , It ’ s on the other side of this floor . It ’ s on the other side of this floor . , What ’ s your rule about pets ? What ’ s your rule about pets ? , We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit . We allow one or two pets but you have to pay a $ 300 deposit . , How come ? How come ? ," If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ’ ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ’ ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ’ t allow pet snakes in the apartment . " " If your pet ruins the apartment walls or carpet we ’ ll keep your pet deposit . If not , we ’ ll return your deposit when you move out . But be careful , we don ’ t allow pet snakes in the apartment . ", who takes care of bug control ? who takes care of bug control ? , We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in . We do . We will spray the apartments before you move in . , Thank you very much for taking your time . I ’ m still deciding . I will call you tomorrow . "Do you really like this straw hat , dear ? "," Yes , of course . I'll take it . " " Yes , of course . I'll take it . ", But it costs an arm and leg . But it costs an arm and leg . , I like it . I want to give our kitchen the works . , Why ? I think it ’ s convenient and good . Why ? I think it ’ s convenient and good . , No . The decoration has been out-of-date . My friends have a whole kitchen now . It ’ s modern . No . The decoration has been out-of-date . My friends have a whole kitchen now . It ’ s modern . , Why should we run after the fashion ? Why should we run after the fashion ? , I am not running after the fashion . I just want a very beautiful and clean kitchen . You know that this job requires frequent business travel . Can you accept it ? ," Yes , I can . " " Yes , I can . "," Mostly short business trips , but sometimes long ones are also needed . " " Mostly short business trips , but sometimes long ones are also needed . ", Then how about the expenses during the trips ? Then how about the expenses during the trips ? , The company will pay all the expenses . The company will pay all the expenses . , Would you tell me where we often travel ? Would you tell me where we often travel ? ," Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on . " " Usually Shanghai , Qingdao , Hong Kong and so on . ", It's great ! I like these places . It's great ! I like these places . , And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ? And you need to go abroad once in a while . Can you ? ," Yes , I can . " " Yes , I can . "," After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on . " " After the business trip , you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses , such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on . ", I see . I see . ," You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances . " " You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time , which depends on the circumstances . ", OK . Thank you very much for telling me all these things . Can we have two tickets for seven thirty ? ," Yes , and would you like to have seats in the front or at the back ? " " Yes , and would you like to have seats in the front or at the back ? "," In the front , please . " " In the front , please . ", That's 35 yuan each . That's 35 yuan each . , Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ? Thank you . And what's on tomorrow ? , Tarzan . Tarzan . , Can we get tickets now ? Can we get tickets now ? , I am afraid not . Tomorrow is premiere . If you like you can try it on.The fitting room is in the corner . , OK . What do you think of it ? OK . What do you think of it ? , I think it fits you . It flatters your figure . I think it fits you . It flatters your figure . , I think so . But can I try another one ? I don't like the color . That's all you need to know about the interview for the job as a fireman . Any other questions ? , No . I think I've known enough . Thank you . No . I think I've known enough . Thank you . , You can contact me any time you need me . Bye ! You can contact me any time you need me . Bye ! ," Alright , see you . " "Helen , you must be excited at going to America to study . "," Yeah , I've been looking forward to it for ages . " " Yeah , I've been looking forward to it for ages . ", What do your classmates think of it ? What do your classmates think of it ? , They give me a lot of congratulations . They give me a lot of congratulations . , How long will you study there . How long will you study there . ," Oh , maybe three years . I will study and get the master degree first . Then I will decide whether I will stay there or come back . " " Oh , maybe three years . I will study and get the master degree first . Then I will decide whether I will stay there or come back . ", Which university will you go to ? Which university will you go to ? , Chicago University . My major is Economics . Chicago University . My major is Economics . , Good luck ! Good luck ! , Thank you ! "Excuse me , sir , your steamed crabs is coming . ", It looks delicious . Can you tell me how to enjoy it ? It's my first time to eat it . It looks delicious . Can you tell me how to enjoy it ? It's my first time to eat it . ," Mix a little soya sauce , vinegar and sliced ginger on this plate and dip the meat in it before eating . " " Mix a little soya sauce , vinegar and sliced ginger on this plate and dip the meat in it before eating . ", Thanks a lot . Are you going to vote on Tuesday ? , Of course . How about you ? Of course . How about you ? , I ’ Ve already voted . I ’ Ve already voted . , How ’ s that ? How ’ s that ? , I sent in an absentee ballot . I sent in an absentee ballot . , Why ? Why ? , I won ’ t be able to vote on Tuesday . I won ’ t be able to vote on Tuesday . , Why not ? Why not ? , I have to work . I have to work . , Why don ’ t you go to work late ? Why don ’ t you go to work late ? , I have important business to take care of that morning . I have important business to take care of that morning . , I see . Do you know that the dolphin is the most intelligent animal in the world ? , Yes . Dolphins have a big brain and they are very smart . They are also the fastest swimmers in the world . Yes . Dolphins have a big brain and they are very smart . They are also the fastest swimmers in the world . , They must be amazing animals . They must be amazing animals . , They are . I read a story about a dolphin saving a A from drowning in the sea . They are . I read a story about a dolphin saving a A from drowning in the sea . , I read that story too . They seem to be able to understand men . I read that story too . They seem to be able to understand men . , They sure can . Maybe they can interact with men better than monkeys and apes . "Excuse me , how do I get to Wall Street ? ", Take the A train south to the Liberty Ave . stop . You should be able to find it from there . Take the A train south to the Liberty Ave . stop . You should be able to find it from there . ," I ’ m sorry , but how do I know the subway train is going south ? " " I ’ m sorry , but how do I know the subway train is going south ? ", The southbound A trains say Brooklyn . The southbound A trains say Brooklyn . ," O . K . , so it ’ s this one ? " " O . K . , so it ’ s this one ? ", Yeah . Hey ? What are you doing ? Let the people off the train before you get on . Yeah . Hey ? What are you doing ? Let the people off the train before you get on . ," Oh , sorry . " " Oh , sorry . ", Jeez . Tourists . Did you hear peter just retired ? ," Are you sure ? He is quite young , isn't he ? " " Are you sure ? He is quite young , isn't he ? ", He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty . He is not young as he looks . I think he's almost sixty . , Really ? He looks so young . "Good morning , sir . Could I be of any service to you ? ", Have you got any Chinese paintings ? Have you got any Chinese paintings ? ," Yes , we have landscape paintings , figure paintings and flower-and-bird paintings . " " Yes , we have landscape paintings , figure paintings and flower-and-bird paintings . ", I'd like a flower-and-bird painting . I'd like a flower-and-bird painting . , Good . How about this picture of cranes with pine trees ? It was painted by a famous Chinese painter in King Dynasty . Good . How about this picture of cranes with pine trees ? It was painted by a famous Chinese painter in King Dynasty . ," Oh , they look just like live cranes . I like this picture very much . How much is it ? " " Oh , they look just like live cranes . I like this picture very much . How much is it ? ", One thousand dollars . One thousand dollars . ," It's a lot of money . But the picture is excellent , I'll take it . " "Ella , it's been such a long week . I'm ready to go out and party . Hey , let's go out for a night on the town . "," Gosh , you took all the word right out of my mouth . Let's go out and get crazy tonight . " " Gosh , you took all the word right out of my mouth . Let's go out and get crazy tonight . ", Let's go to the new club on West Street . Let's go to the new club on West Street . ," Sure , but what do I wear ? " " Sure , but what do I wear ? ", You can wear that pretty red dress . Did you need help with something ? , I need to cancel an account . I need to cancel an account . , Do you have a problem with your account ? Do you have a problem with your account ? , I don ’ t need two different accounts anymore . I don ’ t need two different accounts anymore . , What are you going to do about the money in your account ? What are you going to do about the money in your account ? , Can I transfer it to my remaining account ? Can I transfer it to my remaining account ? , I ’ ll do that for you . I ’ ll do that for you . , That ’ s lovely . That ’ s lovely . , Would you like to withdraw any money ? Would you like to withdraw any money ? , No . That ’ s fine . No . That ’ s fine . , It ’ ll just take me a moment to cancel your account . It ’ ll just take me a moment to cancel your account . , Thank you very much . "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I want to have a photo . " " Yes , I want to have a photo . ", Will you please pose for your picture ? Will you please pose for your picture ? , Yes . I am ready . I am really thirsty . , How about we go and get something to drink ? How about we go and get something to drink ? , Let's do that . Let's do that . , Do you know what you want to get ? Do you know what you want to get ? , A soda sounds good . A soda sounds good . , Soda isn't the best thing to drink when you're thirsty . Soda isn't the best thing to drink when you're thirsty . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , Soda isn't good for you . Soda isn't good for you . , What should I drink then ? What should I drink then ? , You should really drink water . You should really drink water . , That sounds good . That sounds good . , It's a lot better than soda . "Hi , What's for lunch ? ", I don't know . What do you want to eat ? I don't know . What do you want to eat ? , I was thinking of pizza . I was thinking of pizza . , That's what I ate yesterday . That's what I ate yesterday . ," Well , what do you want to eat ? " " Well , what do you want to eat ? ", I wouldn't mind a burger . I wouldn't mind a burger . , I ate a burger just the other day . I ate a burger just the other day . , We're going to have to compromise . We're going to have to compromise . ," You could always get a burger , and I can get a pizza . " " You could always get a burger , and I can get a pizza . ", Sounds good to me . Sounds good to me . , Where can we go to get both ? Where can we go to get both ? , We can get both at the cafeteria . Why have you changed your job so frequently ? ," My first job was in a well-established company where the division of labour was very clear . I do not have more chances to enrich my experience . Then I got an opportunity to really broaden my experience with a new company that was starting up , but unfortunately , they closed their service in three months ' time . I have worked in my present company for a considerable length of time and enjoy the job I am doing now , but I think I have accumulated enough experience to take up more challenging post in a much larger and diversified company where I could make solid contribution . " "Ah , here we are . ", This is the place I was telling you about . This is the place I was telling you about . , Would you like to sit near the window ? Would you like to sit near the window ? , Good . Good . ," Let's have a look at the menu . Oh , there isn't a menu . Do you think you could ask the people at the next table if we could look at their menu ? " " Let's have a look at the menu . Oh , there isn't a menu . Do you think you could ask the people at the next table if we could look at their menu ? "," Yes , of course . Excuse me . Could you possibly let us see your menu ? Oh . They haven't got one either . " "Hey , Steven . What are you going to do this Saturday ? "," If the weather is good , I'll go to climb mountains . " " If the weather is good , I'll go to climb mountains . ", Are you going with your friends ? Are you going with your friends ? ," No , I'm going alone . " " No , I'm going alone . "," Oh , aren't you afraid ? " " Oh , aren't you afraid ? "," Of course not . For me , mountaineering is both relaxation and a hobby . " " Of course not . For me , mountaineering is both relaxation and a hobby . "," I think mountaineering is an exciting sport , but a little dangerous . " " I think mountaineering is an exciting sport , but a little dangerous . "," Yeah , you are right , but it's really interesting . " Jack wonders whether Linda likes him or not . , Why doesn't he ask her ? Why doesn't he ask her ? , He is too scared to ask her . He is too scared to ask her . , He's a chicken guy . "You know we went great lengths to promote the sales of your products . Through our continuous effort , consumers tend to accept your product . So , there will be a potential market for your product in this area , and would you let us act as your agent ? "," We appreciate your efforts in promoting the sale of our clothes in the market of this city . But according to our record , your annual turnover is not too big , so I think it is premature for us to discuss the question of agency . " " We appreciate your efforts in promoting the sale of our clothes in the market of this city . But according to our record , your annual turnover is not too big , so I think it is premature for us to discuss the question of agency . "," If that's the case , we can talk about it first . What's your concept of a big amount ? " " If that's the case , we can talk about it first . What's your concept of a big amount ? ", I mean to double the amount for your sales this year at least . I mean to double the amount for your sales this year at least . , I'm afraid that's too much for us . I'm afraid that's too much for us . ," We know you have done a good job in building up these exports for us . However , our company has the regulation for the agency . " " We know you have done a good job in building up these exports for us . However , our company has the regulation for the agency . "," All right , we accept the challenge . What about the commission ? You know , we usually get a 20 % commission of the amount on every deal . " " All right , we accept the challenge . What about the commission ? You know , we usually get a 20 % commission of the amount on every deal . ", I am sorry to say that it's a little higher . Our agents in other areas usually get a 3 % to 6 % commission . I am sorry to say that it's a little higher . Our agents in other areas usually get a 3 % to 6 % commission . ," You may have known that we have competitors from South Korea and other countries . At the beginning of our campaign , there is sales resistance to overcome , we must send out salesmen to have the market investigation and spend a considerable amount of money on advertising in newspaper and TV programs . A 20 % commission will not leave us much . " " You may have known that we have competitors from South Korea and other countries . At the beginning of our campaign , there is sales resistance to overcome , we must send out salesmen to have the market investigation and spend a considerable amount of money on advertising in newspaper and TV programs . A 20 % commission will not leave us much . "," Our price is worked out according to the costing . A 20 % commission means an increase in our price . So , I'm afraid we have to decline your proposal of acting as our sole agent . " " Our price is worked out according to the costing . A 20 % commission means an increase in our price . So , I'm afraid we have to decline your proposal of acting as our sole agent . "," Oh , that's pitiful . " "Hi , Kenny . Let's go for a drink . ", Sounds good . Where are we going ? Sounds good . Where are we going ? , Somewhere new . It's a great place to pick up chicks . Somewhere new . It's a great place to pick up chicks . ," Need a new . girlfriend , huh ? " " Need a new . girlfriend , huh ? "," Yeah , I broke up with Lisa.She blew a gasket over it . Whoa , get a load of that ! " " Yeah , I broke up with Lisa.She blew a gasket over it . Whoa , get a load of that ! ", Whew ! That getup is terrific ! Whew ! That getup is terrific ! , Never mind the getup.She ' s beautiful ! Never mind the getup.She ' s beautiful ! , That too . That too . , I'm gonna introduce myself . I'm gonna introduce myself . ," If you're lucky , that might do the trick . " " If you're lucky , that might do the trick . "," Oh , oh , that tears it ! I'm getting out of here . " " Oh , oh , that tears it ! I'm getting out of here . ", Hold on ! What's the big hurry ? Hold on ! What's the big hurry ? ," My ex-girlfriend's here.If she sees me , my goose is cooked . " " My ex-girlfriend's here.If she sees me , my goose is cooked . ", I wanna finish my drink first . I'll meet you at Sammy's . I wanna finish my drink first . I'll meet you at Sammy's . ," OK , catch you later . " Ouch ! I'm hurt . , Are you all right ? Are you all right ? , Yes . I'm OK . I just had a tumble . No big deal . Yes . I'm OK . I just had a tumble . No big deal . , Good . You scared me . Good . You scared me . , Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on . Sorry . Can you please help me up ! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on . , Sure . Is this your first time skiing ? Sure . Is this your first time skiing ? ," Yes . I tried skiing on grass before . Not very good at it , though . " Have you got any experience in advertising ? ," Yes , I have been working in the Public Relations Section of a company in the past two years . I plan the advertising campaign and cooperate the work of artists and typographers . Sometimes I have to do the work of a specialist when there ’ s something urgent . " " Yes , I have been working in the Public Relations Section of a company in the past two years . I plan the advertising campaign and cooperate the work of artists and typographers . Sometimes I have to do the work of a specialist when there ’ s something urgent . ", Do you have any practical experience as a secretary ? Do you have any practical experience as a secretary ? ," Yes , sir . I acted as a secretary in an insurance company . " " Yes , sir . I acted as a secretary in an insurance company . ", Would you tell me the essential qualities a secretary should maintain ? Would you tell me the essential qualities a secretary should maintain ? ," Well , to begin with , I would say she needs to be diligent , and the second point is that she has to do a lot of things on her own initiative . Finally , she can make notes in shorthand and types and has the skills in report writing , summary writing , keep minutes at meetings , and so on . Most important of all is that she seems to have a better memory than average . " " Well , to begin with , I would say she needs to be diligent , and the second point is that she has to do a lot of things on her own initiative . Finally , she can make notes in shorthand and types and has the skills in report writing , summary writing , keep minutes at meetings , and so on . Most important of all is that she seems to have a better memory than average . ", Have you had any experience with computer ? Have you had any experience with computer ? ," Yes , I studied in a computer training program , and can process data through the computer . " " Yes , I studied in a computer training program , and can process data through the computer . ", That's fine . What about operating the fax and duplicator ? That's fine . What about operating the fax and duplicator ? , I can handle them without any trouble I can handle them without any trouble , What have you learned from jobs you have held ? What have you learned from jobs you have held ? ," Above all , I have learned that what is good for the company is good for me . So I follow the instructions strictly and always keep my boss informed . " " Above all , I have learned that what is good for the company is good for me . So I follow the instructions strictly and always keep my boss informed . ", Very good . I really need to lose some weight . I should go on a diet . , I think you should work out more too . I think you should work out more too . , Wow ! You are much skinnier since the last time I saw you . Wow ! You are much skinnier since the last time I saw you . , I have lost about five kilos . I have lost about five kilos . , How did you do it ? How did you do it ? , I was on a diet and exercised daily . I was on a diet and exercised daily . , I hate working out . I hate working out . , You can try a low-impact workout schedule . Why don't you go to a gym ? You can try a low-impact workout schedule . Why don't you go to a gym ? ," Good idea . Then the trainer will help me to make a fitness plan . Besides that , what's your secret ? " " Good idea . Then the trainer will help me to make a fitness plan . Besides that , what's your secret ? ", The secret is persistence . Could you tell me something about the Mid-Autumn Festival ? I find it also very interesting . ," OK . It falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month . It is said that there is a beautiful goddess Chang'E on the moon who had eaten some sort of elixir and had to depart her husband . She is always expecting to see her husband again . So , later we have the traditional idea that when there is the full moon , it is time for the family members to come together . " " OK . It falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month . It is said that there is a beautiful goddess Chang'E on the moon who had eaten some sort of elixir and had to depart her husband . She is always expecting to see her husband again . So , later we have the traditional idea that when there is the full moon , it is time for the family members to come together . "," So , I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day . " " So , I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day . "," You are right . In China , ' round ' is an auspicious word . The moon cakes are in round shape . " " You are right . In China , ' round ' is an auspicious word . The moon cakes are in round shape . ", Is it official ? Is it official ? ," It was not in the past . But from 2008 , we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival . " "Oh , this is Monica ", OK . Commodity inspection is really an important part of our trade contract . OK . Commodity inspection is really an important part of our trade contract . , Yes . Let's first define the inspection right . Yes . Let's first define the inspection right . ," Following the rules of world business , the exporters have the right to inspect the goods before the delivery , while the importers have the right to re-inspect the goods after their arrival . " " Following the rules of world business , the exporters have the right to inspect the goods before the delivery , while the importers have the right to re-inspect the goods after their arrival . ", Would you tell me how the inspection is conducted before shipment and by which agency ? Would you tell me how the inspection is conducted before shipment and by which agency ? , Inspection is to be done by the China Commodity Inspection and Testing Bureau . Usually inspection is conducted within five days before each shipment . Inspection is to be done by the China Commodity Inspection and Testing Bureau . Usually inspection is conducted within five days before each shipment . , And can you tell me about the re-inspection ? And can you tell me about the re-inspection ? ," Yes . The re-inspection should be made within seven days upon the arrival , and if any discrepancy is found , the claim must be raised within one month . " " Yes . The re-inspection should be made within seven days upon the arrival , and if any discrepancy is found , the claim must be raised within one month . ", I see . How do they make testing and analysis of this item ? I see . How do they make testing and analysis of this item ? , They always use the standard and method laid down in the contract . They always use the standard and method laid down in the contract . , What if the results from the two inspections do not coincide with each other ? What if the results from the two inspections do not coincide with each other ? , A seminar of technical specialists including the surveyors from both sides will be held to clarify which result is correct . I am so excited ! , Excited about what ? Excited about what ? , I just voted . I just voted . , Is this the first time you ’ Ve voted ? Is this the first time you ’ Ve voted ? ," Yes , I just had my 18th birthday this year . " " Yes , I just had my 18th birthday this year . ", That ’ s lucky . That ’ s lucky . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , You turned 18 in an election year . You turned 18 in an election year . , I didn ’ t think about it like that . I didn ’ t think about it like that . , Really ? Really ? ," No , but that makes me even more excited . " " No , but that makes me even more excited . ", You ’ re a part of history . "Lucy , come here ! I can see the lake which is in the center of park . "," It is beautiful ! Look , there are so many birds around it . " " It is beautiful ! Look , there are so many birds around it . ", It is a great place for a relaxing vacation . It is a great place for a relaxing vacation . , Listen to the sound of nature ! It's like music . Listen to the sound of nature ! It's like music . ," Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good . " " Yeah , I agree . It makes you feel really good . ", What are those ? What are those ? , Do you mean the red things ? They are roses . Do you mean the red things ? They are roses . , I'm going to take more pictures today . I'm going to take more pictures today . ," Me , too . " "Paul , can I set up a time with you to go over the training manual ? ", Sure . Let me just grab my calendar . All right . I ’ m free all day Tuesday and Thursday morning . Sure . Let me just grab my calendar . All right . I ’ m free all day Tuesday and Thursday morning . , Tuesday morning is good for me . How about 10:30 in my office ? Tuesday morning is good for me . How about 10:30 in my office ? , Okay . Sounds good . See you then . What made you decide on this type of occupation ? ," Oh , to tell you the truth , I love the sky . When I was a child , I imagined flying into the blue sky some day . Now , I think the day has come . My dream will come true . And I like travelling very much and I enjoy working with people . " " Oh , to tell you the truth , I love the sky . When I was a child , I imagined flying into the blue sky some day . Now , I think the day has come . My dream will come true . And I like travelling very much and I enjoy working with people . ", Can you make yourself understood in English without too much difficulty ? Can you make yourself understood in English without too much difficulty ? ," Yes , I think I am quite fluent in English . I got the certificate of the Secondary English Training last month . " " Yes , I think I am quite fluent in English . I got the certificate of the Secondary English Training last month . ", Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ? Do you know what the responsibilities are for a stewardess ? , The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important . The main responsibility of the stewardess is to make the passengers relaxed and happy during the flight . And good service is also important . , Are you in good health ? Are you in good health ? , I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition . I just had a complete physical examination and I am in top condition . , Have you had any nursing experience ? Have you had any nursing experience ? ," Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital . " " Yes , I have two years of nursing experience , and now I am working as a nurse in a hospital . ", How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ? How tall are you ? What about your eyesight ? , My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems . My height is one meter and sixty-eight centimeters . I've never had any vision problems . , What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ? What would you say are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing . " " One of my strengths is my friendliness and open-minded attitude and also I think I have a warm personality . But sometimes , I find it is hard to tell others when I don't like what they are doing . "," If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ? " " If a passenger can't understand what you say , what should you do ? ", I'll try to speak in another language or I'll try my best to use gestures and draw pictures . So you're going picnicking ? , Yeah . I'm going with Jennie . Yeah . I'm going with Jennie . , Have a good day ! Have a good day ! , Thank you . Here is the final draft of our contract . I'm glad that we have reached an agreement on almost every term in our trade . ," Yes , it seems to me we have come quite a long way . However , let me take a close look at the final draft . " " Yes , it seems to me we have come quite a long way . However , let me take a close look at the final draft . ", Do you have some points to bring up ? Do you have some points to bring up ? ," Well , everything we've discussed seems to be here . " " Well , everything we've discussed seems to be here . "," Yes , including a description of the shirts you want to purchase this time , the total amount of your order , the price for each piece , mode of payment , packaging , shipping time , insurance and compensation , claim and arbitration , and rights and duties for both sides . Are all the terms here satisfactory ? " " Yes , including a description of the shirts you want to purchase this time , the total amount of your order , the price for each piece , mode of payment , packaging , shipping time , insurance and compensation , claim and arbitration , and rights and duties for both sides . Are all the terms here satisfactory ? ", I'll need a few minutes to check over my notes again on every detail . What about the quality standard ? I'll need a few minutes to check over my notes again on every detail . What about the quality standard ? , It is said that the sample 25 is the standard for others . It's complete . So would you like to sign the contract right now ? "If he promised to help you , I'm sure he will help . He's a man of his word . ", You said it . I always count on him when I need his help . You said it . I always count on him when I need his help . ," Last year he helped me out of trouble , too . " I'm sorry for being late . , You're supposed to stand here quietly until the flag - raising ceremony is over . You're supposed to stand here quietly until the flag - raising ceremony is over . , About what time can I go to my own class ? About what time can I go to my own class ? , When everything is over . When everything is over . , Now that it is all over . can I go now ? Now that it is all over . can I go now ? , Not yet . You should stand still for another few minutes . Late-comers must be recorded . Not yet . You should stand still for another few minutes . Late-comers must be recorded . , That's too bad ! "Hello , Julia , I know a party that will begin at midnight . Would you love to go ? "," I'd love to , but my mother asks me to go home before 11:00 every night . She will worry if I get home late . " " I'd love to , but my mother asks me to go home before 11:00 every night . She will worry if I get home late . ", What a pity ! The party is very interesting . What a pity ! The party is very interesting . , I have no choice . My mother is always very strict with me . I have no choice . My mother is always very strict with me . , Don ’ t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety . Don ’ t complain about it . She is concerned about your safety . , You're right . Mother's love is the greatest love in the world . Is our destination the amusement park ? ," Yes , I think even though we are adults , it's still a good place for us to relax . " " Yes , I think even though we are adults , it's still a good place for us to relax . ", What are you going to enjoy ? What are you going to enjoy ? ," I want some exciting . Which is more fun , the roller coaster or the ferris wheel ? " " I want some exciting . Which is more fun , the roller coaster or the ferris wheel ? ", I like neither . I like neither . , Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting . Come on . Here is for enjoying and exciting . ," OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun . " " OK , let me think . The roller coaster looks more fun . ", I like ferris wheel more . I like ferris wheel more . , It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later . It doesn't matter . We can go to the ferris wheel later . ," OK , let's go . " We came too early . There're still three hours before the performance starts . ," I know . Sorry , I shouldn't have rushed you , but I just couldn't stay at home and wait . " " I know . Sorry , I shouldn't have rushed you , but I just couldn't stay at home and wait . ", Never mind . What about taking a look around the theater ? Never mind . What about taking a look around the theater ? , Why not ? I'd love to do that . Why not ? I'd love to do that . , Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . ) Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art . ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art . ) , Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ? Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ? , Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ? Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ? , I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that . I surely do . They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that . ," No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework . " " No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework . ", Unbelievable ! I could never do that . Unbelievable ! I could never do that . , Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum . Very few can . That's why these clothes only appear in the museum . , Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ? Listen ! Some people are singing outside . Is it the opera ? ," Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ? " " Oh , yes . I heard there was an opera fans club . They are probably practicing now . Wanna have a look ? "," Yes , let's do it . " " Yes , let's do it . ", Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them . Follow me . Make sure not to interrupt them . , Of course not . We don't do that . I heard you are looking for a house . , Yes . Yes . , How is this going ? How is this going ? , I haven ’ t found one that satisfies my demands yet . I haven ’ t found one that satisfies my demands yet . , I can recommend an apartment for you . A friend of mine is about to move . She doesn ’ t want to rent that house any longer . I can recommend an apartment for you . A friend of mine is about to move . She doesn ’ t want to rent that house any longer . , Where is the house ? Where is the house ? , It is on Spring Avenue . It is on Spring Avenue . , Really ! So it is just near my office building . Great ! How much is the rent ? Really ! So it is just near my office building . Great ! How much is the rent ? , It ’ s $ 240 a month . It ’ s $ 240 a month . , Does that include utilities ? Does that include utilities ? ," It includes water , but not gas and electricity . " " It includes water , but not gas and electricity . ", That ’ s a little expensive . That ’ s a little expensive . , But it ’ s very convenient for you to walk to work . But it ’ s very convenient for you to walk to work . , Yes . I won ’ t have to take a bus to go to my office . Is it a one-bedroom apartment ? Yes . I won ’ t have to take a bus to go to my office . Is it a one-bedroom apartment ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", That is what I am looking for . Could I go to see the house tomorrow afternoon ? That is what I am looking for . Could I go to see the house tomorrow afternoon ? , Certainly ! But I have to contact my friend first . Certainly ! But I have to contact my friend first . , All right ! Thank you . "Well , tell me something of yourself . "," What would you like to know , Mr . Green ? " " What would you like to know , Mr . Green ? ", What working experience have you get ? What working experience have you get ? ," In 2004 , I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou . I started a sales representative . A year later , I was promoted to the position of sales manager . I had that job ever since , which is just over a year now . " " In 2004 , I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou . I started a sales representative . A year later , I was promoted to the position of sales manager . I had that job ever since , which is just over a year now . "," Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ? " " Oh , good . Irene , can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant ? Don't you like your present job ? "," Frankly , some part of it I enjoy very much , but I prefer something more professional . It happens that I have a friend working here in this company . She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant . I felt very excited at this news . That's why I'm here . " "I ’ d like to talk to you for a second , please . "," Okay , Mark , What ’ s up ? " " Okay , Mark , What ’ s up ? ", I ’ d like to know why you ’ re always taking credit for work we ’ Ve done together like that line in the new Ice Cream ad ? I ’ d like to know why you ’ re always taking credit for work we ’ Ve done together like that line in the new Ice Cream ad ? ," That was my line , Mark . I know we worked on the ad together , but that was definitely my line . " How time flies ! We have been lovers for nearly a year . We hit it off instantly . ," Yes , but do you think there is eternal love in the world ? " Don't do that . You are asking for trouble . , I don't care . Can you please give me a hand ? I can ’ t carry the heavy box . , I ’ m afraid not . Don ’ t you see I ’ m looking up a word in the dictionary ? I ’ m afraid not . Don ’ t you see I ’ m looking up a word in the dictionary ? , I think you are flicking through it . I think you are flicking through it . ," Well , wait a minute . " "Is there anything I could help you with , sir ? "," Yes , could you show me to your coat section ? " " Yes , could you show me to your coat section ? "," This way , please . " " This way , please . "," Oh , These are exactly what I ’ m looking for . " " Oh , These are exactly what I ’ m looking for . "," These are French coats , sir.They are quite fashionable these days . " " These are French coats , sir.They are quite fashionable these days . ", I'd like to try them on for size . I'd like to try them on for size . ," How does that fit , sir ? " " How does that fit , sir ? ", This seems to be my size . This seems to be my size . , It looks good on you . It looks good on you . , Do you really think so ? Do you really think so ? , I'd get it myself if I could . I'd get it myself if I could . ," Alright , I'll get it . " "Mr . Crandall , I ’ m sorry , but I really don ’ t see the value in doing this entire project over from scratch . It would take a lot of work . "," That ’ s certainly true . But , that ’ s what this job is all about , Maria . There's no doubt that this project is unacceptable . " " That ’ s certainly true . But , that ’ s what this job is all about , Maria . There's no doubt that this project is unacceptable . ", I agree . But I think that we can handle the problem by making a few major changes . I ’ d appreciate it if you would give me a chance . I agree . But I think that we can handle the problem by making a few major changes . I ’ d appreciate it if you would give me a chance . ," All right , Maria . I ’ ll give you until tomorrow at 4:00 to produce a satisfactory piece of work , but otherwise , you ’ ll have to re-do it . " May I ask a question ? ," Yes , what's it ? " " Yes , what's it ? ", What does mph stand for ? What does mph stand for ? , It's miles per hour . Why don't you begin by telling me something about yourself ? , What do you want to know ? What do you want to know ? ," The usual , you know , something about your background and experience and anything personal that you feel is pertinent . " " The usual , you know , something about your background and experience and anything personal that you feel is pertinent . "," Well , I was born in Shanghai and went to school there , right up through college . My father is a lawyer , and my mother is a teacher . " " Well , I was born in Shanghai and went to school there , right up through college . My father is a lawyer , and my mother is a teacher . ", Sounds as if you come from a professional family . Sounds as if you come from a professional family . , That right . One of my sisters is a doctor and the other one teaches at a university . That right . One of my sisters is a doctor and the other one teaches at a university . , What made you decide to get into computers ? What made you decide to get into computers ? ," Oh , nothing in particular , I guess . I always liked mathematics and tinkering with machines . " " Oh , nothing in particular , I guess . I always liked mathematics and tinkering with machines . ", Now what about your experience ? How long have you been working with computers ? Now what about your experience ? How long have you been working with computers ? ," More than five years now . After I did my engineering degree , I began to specialize in computer technology and I even had my own company for a while . " " More than five years now . After I did my engineering degree , I began to specialize in computer technology and I even had my own company for a while . ", It certainly sounds impressive . Why don't you have your credentials sent to me and I'll show them to the board ? We'll probably get back to you in a week . It certainly sounds impressive . Why don't you have your credentials sent to me and I'll show them to the board ? We'll probably get back to you in a week . , Thanks very much . "What can I do for you , Miss ? ", Have you a bus tour ? I have one day left so I think the best way is to take a bus tour . Have you a bus tour ? I have one day left so I think the best way is to take a bus tour . , That's right.The bus tour is really efficient and cheap . That's right.The bus tour is really efficient and cheap . , What time does the next bus leave ? What time does the next bus leave ? ," 9 : OO . Don't worry , Miss , we have buses every 15 minutes . " All the soldiers in that country are armed to the teeth . , What's happening in that country ? What's happening in that country ? , The neighboring country is threatening their sovereignty with its nuclear bombs . I am really interested in buying this television . , That's so great ! That's so great ! , How much are you selling it for ? How much are you selling it for ? , This t . v is only $ 2500 . This t . v is only $ 2500 . , You can't be serious . You can't be serious . , That's how much this t . v costs . That's how much this t . v costs . , That's too expensive for me . That's too expensive for me . , This television is of very high quality . This television is of very high quality . , You can't go down on the price . You can't go down on the price . , By how much ? By how much ? , I'll buy it for $ 2000 . I'll buy it for $ 2000 . ," I'm sorry , but the price is final . " "Mum , pass me some more please ! "," Tina , you should have more nutritious food.Don ' t eat these crisps any more . " " Tina , you should have more nutritious food.Don ' t eat these crisps any more . ", But the ads say they're most nutritious . But the ads say they're most nutritious . , Have you ever heard the ads say anything bad about their products ? "In foreign trade , language differences are very important . "," Yes . If people can not communicate with each other easily , they can not understand each other's way of thinking . " " Yes . If people can not communicate with each other easily , they can not understand each other's way of thinking . "," Fortunately , there is a widely-spoken commercial language , namely English . " " Fortunately , there is a widely-spoken commercial language , namely English . ", Many exporters speak French and German as well . Many exporters speak French and German as well . ," In South America , the most common language is Spanish and Portuguese . " " In South America , the most common language is Spanish and Portuguese . "," Even if the language is accurate , a misunderstanding can not be avoided due to cultural differences . " " Even if the language is accurate , a misunderstanding can not be avoided due to cultural differences . "," Yes , the language is a part of culture . It reflects a nation's character . " " Yes , the language is a part of culture . It reflects a nation's character . "," Yes , it not only includes the nation's historical and cultural background , but also contains the nation's view of life way of life and way of thinking . " " Yes , it not only includes the nation's historical and cultural background , but also contains the nation's view of life way of life and way of thinking . "," So in foreign trade , you must be very clear about language differences . " "Excuse me , sir ? I just need a little bit more information . Could you tell me your telephone number and mailing address ? "," Sure . My number is 545-8897 , and I live at 908 Mulbury Street . " " Sure . My number is 545-8897 , and I live at 908 Mulbury Street . "," That ’ s 545-8897 and your mailing address is 908 Mulbury Street . The zip code is 20310 , right ? " " That ’ s 545-8897 and your mailing address is 908 Mulbury Street . The zip code is 20310 , right ? ", That ’ s right . "Hello , can I speak to Mr.Green ? "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . ", This is Steven speaking . I'd like to buy a stock . This is Steven speaking . I'd like to buy a stock . , What stock do you want to buy and how many ? What stock do you want to buy and how many ? , I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson . I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson . ," Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ? " " Let me get the asking price of the stock . Just a moment . Oh , now the asking price is $ 90 each share . By the way , what is the offering price ? ", Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 . Let me see . The offering price is near or at $ 88 . , Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today . Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2 . It's hard to take place today . , Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ? Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price ? , You can decide by yourself . You can decide by yourself . ," I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price . " " I heard that this stock would go up . Hum , I will take it at current price . "," So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ? " " So , now I will buy you . Are you sure ? "," Yes , please . " I hear you and James are engaged at last . ," Yes , we are . " " Yes , we are . ", When are you getting married ? When are you getting married ? , In the spring . In the spring . ," Oh , lovely . Where's the wedding going to be ? " " Oh , lovely . Where's the wedding going to be ? "," Well .. we're not sure yet , probably in St.Albans . " " Well .. we're not sure yet , probably in St.Albans . "," Oh , yes , your parents live there , don't they ? " " Oh , yes , your parents live there , don't they ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", Where are you going to live after you're married ? Where are you going to live after you're married ? , We're going to buy a flat or a small house somewhere in South London . We're going to buy a flat or a small house somewhere in South London . , Are you going to give up your job ? Are you going to give up your job ? ," Yes , probably but I may look for another one when we're settled in . " I feel like to wear my hair in this way . ," Oh , it's really popular these days . " " Oh , it's really popular these days . ", Do you think it's suitable for me ? Do you think it's suitable for me ? ," Honestly speaking , I think the one next to it suits you better . " " Honestly speaking , I think the one next to it suits you better . "," Even though I really like it , it's just too modern for me . " " Even though I really like it , it's just too modern for me . ", That's not true . Look over there ! That lady chose the same one and she is surely older than you . That's not true . Look over there ! That lady chose the same one and she is surely older than you . , Okay then . And I also want to have my hair colored . Okay then . And I also want to have my hair colored . , Which color do you like ? Which color do you like ? , Claret-red . Claret-red . , Nice choice . Nice choice . , How long will it take ? I hope it won't be too long . How long will it take ? I hope it won't be too long . , I hope not but it will take at least three hours . I hope not but it will take at least three hours . , Now it's my son's turn to wait . What can I do ? , Take the books out of the bookcase . Put them in this box . Take the books out of the bookcase . Put them in this box . ," Well , the books are in the box . What can I do now ? " " Well , the books are in the box . What can I do now ? ", Take the magazines out of the bookcase . Put them in that box . Take the magazines out of the bookcase . Put them in that box . , All right . All right . , Peter ! Pack them . Don't read them . Peter ! Pack them . Don't read them . , These magazines are interesting . May I borrow one ? These magazines are interesting . May I borrow one ? , Of course . Of course . ," Thanks , John . " "Reservation , please . "," Sure , sir . How many of you are there ? " " Sure , sir . How many of you are there ? "," 5 , and please put us as close as possible to the stage . " " 5 , and please put us as close as possible to the stage . "," No problem , sir . When are you coming to dinner ? " " No problem , sir . When are you coming to dinner ? ", At 8 o'clock . "Every time when heroes came back from the battlefield , we took our hats off to them . ", You were showing respect and admiration for them . You were showing respect and admiration for them . , I wish I were a hero . "I went to Rotes ’ , you know , Edith Roth is the author of a book about moths . ", Is she ? I thought she was a mathematician . Is she ? I thought she was a mathematician . , I ’ m so thirsty . I ’ m so thirsty . , Are you ? I thought you had something to drink at her home . Are you ? I thought you had something to drink at her home . , No . Edith didn ’ t give anything to drink . No . Edith didn ’ t give anything to drink . , I ’ ll buy you a drink . I ’ ll buy you a drink . , Oh ! Thank you . Woo hoo ! This just might be the start of the rest of my life ! , What happened ? What happened ? , I ’ m in the market for a job ! I went on a website with hundreds of job listings in the area and browsed through them until I got the names of a few employers I would like to work for . I have the resume I wrote for English class last month and a cover letter will be a piece of cake to write . I ’ Ve even done my research and found the names of the managers so I can address the letters personally . And you know I can be charming in interviews . Goodbye my penniless days ! Hello salary and a career ! I ’ m in the market for a job ! I went on a website with hundreds of job listings in the area and browsed through them until I got the names of a few employers I would like to work for . I have the resume I wrote for English class last month and a cover letter will be a piece of cake to write . I ’ Ve even done my research and found the names of the managers so I can address the letters personally . And you know I can be charming in interviews . Goodbye my penniless days ! Hello salary and a career ! ," Ben , we ’ re fifteen . What kind of job are you looking for ? " " Ben , we ’ re fifteen . What kind of job are you looking for ? "," Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world . " " Oh , just for a position as a gas station attendant . You know , starting at a simple lowly job , just like all the greats before they made it big in the world . ", Uh-huh . Uh-huh . ," But I ’ m just in it for the money , right ? How else am I going to be able to afford to keep taking Angela to the movies ? Besides , I love the smell of gasoline , don ’ t you ? " What is your greatest strength ? , I think I am very good at planning . I manage my time well so that I can always get things done on time . I think I am very good at planning . I manage my time well so that I can always get things done on time . , What is your weakness ? What is your weakness ? ," I always give each job my best efforts , so when others are not pulling their weight , I am frustrated . " " I always give each job my best efforts , so when others are not pulling their weight , I am frustrated . ", What is your greatest accomplishment ? What is your greatest accomplishment ? , I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project . I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project . , Can you work under pressure ? Can you work under pressure ? ," Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ’ t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work . " " Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ’ t mind . In fact , I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work . ", What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ? What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them ? ," There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy . " " There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time . I then had to handle their work temporarily . The workload was incredibly heavy . So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work . Finally , I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy . ", How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ? How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ? ," I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive . Some of them change their attitude later . " How about the repair fee ? ," It's for free , because your computers are still in the period of guarantee--two years . " " It's for free , because your computers are still in the period of guarantee--two years . ", Great ! When can your technicians come to our factory ? Great ! When can your technicians come to our factory ? , They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now . Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem . Please wait a moment . They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now . Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem . Please wait a moment . ," I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ? " " I've just contacted our technicians . They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon . Can you tell me your factory's address , so they can find you easier ? ", That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation . That's wonderful . I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation . , To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time . To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto . Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon . They will be there on time . , Thank you again ! "Hello . floor service , can I help you ? "," Hello , this is Smith from 1308 , can you add something to my room ? " " Hello , this is Smith from 1308 , can you add something to my room ? "," No problem , what would you need , Mr . Smith ? " " No problem , what would you need , Mr . Smith ? "," 2 towels and l Turkish towel , please ? " " 2 towels and l Turkish towel , please ? "," OK , I will send them to you soon . " " OK , I will send them to you soon . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Anything else , Mr . Smith ? " " Anything else , Mr . Smith ? "," No more , thank you very much . " "We can't go that way , the road is blocked for the next few days . "," Oh , that's right . They're filming a movie up there , aren't they ? " " Oh , that's right . They're filming a movie up there , aren't they ? "," Some high speed chase scene , I think . " " Some high speed chase scene , I think . ", I wonder how all the businesses in the area feel about that . I wonder how all the businesses in the area feel about that . , I think that they get a pretty good payoff . I think that they get a pretty good payoff . , The movie company has to pay them ? The movie company has to pay them ? ," I don't know about all of that , but think about it , their business gets free publicity ! " " I don't know about all of that , but think about it , their business gets free publicity ! "," Oh , yeah , they get to be in a movie for the whole world to see ! " Would you mind going to dinner with me tonight ? ," I'd love to go out with you , but I'm sorry I'm busy tonight , but I'd like a rain check . " " I'd love to go out with you , but I'm sorry I'm busy tonight , but I'd like a rain check . ", OK . Will they send me a form telling me that I have been granted unemployment ? , A Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter will be sent to you . A Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter will be sent to you . , What information will be in that letter ? What information will be in that letter ? , The Award Letter will inform you as to how much you will receive . The Award Letter will inform you as to how much you will receive . , What other forms will I need to turn in ? What other forms will I need to turn in ? , Every two weeks you will receive a Continued Claim Form that you must turn in . Every two weeks you will receive a Continued Claim Form that you must turn in . , What will they be asking me on that form ? What will they be asking me on that form ? , You must show that you were available and that you looked for work . You must show that you were available and that you looked for work . , What else will they ask me ? What else will they ask me ? , One of the questions they ask you is if you were well enough to work . Hello . I want to send the computer to my sister in Shanghai by logistics transport . , OK . Is it in the box ? May I see it ? OK . Is it in the box ? May I see it ? , Yes . This is the computer and this is the keyboard and the monitor . Yes . This is the computer and this is the keyboard and the monitor . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? , There are a mouse and a camera . There are a mouse and a camera . , Is that all ? Is that all ? , Yes . How much is it to send these things to Shanghai by regular delivery ? Yes . How much is it to send these things to Shanghai by regular delivery ? ," It depends on the weight of these things . Generally speaking , we will charge you ten yuan for one kilogram . " " It depends on the weight of these things . Generally speaking , we will charge you ten yuan for one kilogram . "," I see . Can you weigh them for me , please ? " " I see . Can you weigh them for me , please ? ", Please go over there to weigh them . Please go over there to weigh them . , OK . See you later . "This is today ’ s schedule . At 8 thirty AM , conference with the department managers . At 9 o ’ clock , live for the workshop where you ’ ll award prizes to the staff for preventatives . ", That ’ s great . What are the prizes ? That ’ s great . What are the prizes ? , 3000 RIB as bonus for each person . 3000 RIB as bonus for each person . , To encourage the staff increases . To encourage the staff increases . ," Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch . " " Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch . ", What about the afternoon ? What about the afternoon ? ," At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ’ clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC . " "Sam , I am so sorry . It was your birthday yesterday and I completely forgot about it . ", Don't worry about it . I keep forgetting everyone's birthdays as well . Don't worry about it . I keep forgetting everyone's birthdays as well . ," Margaret really told me off when she found out that I had forgotten all about it . We did try to phone you , but you and Jane must have gone out . " " Margaret really told me off when she found out that I had forgotten all about it . We did try to phone you , but you and Jane must have gone out . "," Yes , Jane invited me for dinner to this new restaurant which opened near us . " " Yes , Jane invited me for dinner to this new restaurant which opened near us . "," Oh , yes , I know the one . How was the food ? " " Oh , yes , I know the one . How was the food ? "," The food was excellent , but Jane ordered a birthday cake , which they forgot about . So as you can see , you were not the only one . " " The food was excellent , but Jane ordered a birthday cake , which they forgot about . So as you can see , you were not the only one . "," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . "," Yes , Jane was quite upset about it . The manager came to apologize and we did get free dessert , but still ... " " Yes , Jane was quite upset about it . The manager came to apologize and we did get free dessert , but still ... ", I would think this was the least they could do . I would think this was the least they could do . , In the end it was a nice evening and I got an iPad as my birthday present which I wanted for a while . In the end it was a nice evening and I got an iPad as my birthday present which I wanted for a while . , Great . I have also been thinking of getting one . Do you think you could ask Jane to have a quiet word with Margaret ? My birthday is not that far away . Great . I have also been thinking of getting one . Do you think you could ask Jane to have a quiet word with Margaret ? My birthday is not that far away . ," I can try , but knowing Margaret she will see through that immediately . " It is too bad today . , What happened ? What happened ? ," My som was lost . I told him to stand rooted to the spot when I went shopping , but he ignored it . " " My som was lost . I told him to stand rooted to the spot when I went shopping , but he ignored it . ", How did you find him at last ? How did you find him at last ? , It was the police wo helped me to do that . It was the police wo helped me to do that . , It must have taught you a lesson this time . May I speak to Marry ? , She's in a meeting until noon . She's in a meeting until noon . ," Ok , I'll try her back then . " " Ok , I'll try her back then . "," Ok , thank you . " "Aunt Shirley , I heard the Yuan Miao Festival is the name for the festival . Why did it get its name ? "," Well , the first lunar month is called Yuan-month , and in ancient times people called night Miao . And you know the festival is just in the middle of the month . " " Well , the first lunar month is called Yuan-month , and in ancient times people called night Miao . And you know the festival is just in the middle of the month . "," Oh , I see . I also heard today is the last day for the street fair . Can ’ t wait to sample all the snacks . " " Oh , I see . I also heard today is the last day for the street fair . Can ’ t wait to sample all the snacks . "," Sure . It ’ s indeed a culinary heaven which offers a wide range of delicious snacks to satisfy all tastes . Then , which one would you like ? " " Sure . It ’ s indeed a culinary heaven which offers a wide range of delicious snacks to satisfy all tastes . Then , which one would you like ? ", Can you recommend some must-try ? Can you recommend some must-try ? ," OK . Let ’ s go over there . For the Lantern Festival , you should never omit the Yuanxiao . " " OK . Let ’ s go over there . For the Lantern Festival , you should never omit the Yuanxiao . ", What ’ s that ? It gets the name from the festival itself . That ’ s really funny ! What ’ s that ? It gets the name from the festival itself . That ’ s really funny ! ," Actually , they are small dumpling balls made of glutinous rice flour . They are like Tangun . " " Actually , they are small dumpling balls made of glutinous rice flour . They are like Tangun . "," Oh , I know Tangyuan . It ’ s a sweet snack , good for dessert . " " Oh , I know Tangyuan . It ’ s a sweet snack , good for dessert . "," Yes . And also , we can find Yuanxiao with both sweet and salty fillings . " " Yes . And also , we can find Yuanxiao with both sweet and salty fillings . ", I ’ d like to try the salty ones . Where does that strange smell come from ? I ’ d like to try the salty ones . Where does that strange smell come from ? ," Oh , the smelly bean curd . My favorite ! " "Hello , Lucy . This is Monica again . I have a question . ", Please ask . Please ask . ," I was wondering what kind of resume do you prefer , an e-resume or a paper one ? " " I was wondering what kind of resume do you prefer , an e-resume or a paper one ? ", For this position we prefer e-resume at the very beginning . Please send it to our department ’ s e-mail box . For this position we prefer e-resume at the very beginning . Please send it to our department ’ s e-mail box . ," Ok , thank you . " " Ok , thank you . ", You ’ re welcome . Let's get down to business . , OK . Have you seen the samples ? OK . Have you seen the samples ? , Yes . I have . I'm interested in your underwear . If the price is acceptable we would like to order it soon . Yes . I have . I'm interested in your underwear . If the price is acceptable we would like to order it soon . , I'm glad to hear that . We are trying to give you a favourable one . I'm glad to hear that . We are trying to give you a favourable one . , What's your price ? What's your price ? , 150 yuan for each piece . 150 yuan for each piece . , That's a bit more than I was prepared to pay . That's a bit more than I was prepared to pay . , How about 130 yuan ? How about 130 yuan ? , I offer you 110 yuan . I offer you 110 yuan . ," That's too little . Well , I'll come down to 120 yuan . " " That's too little . Well , I'll come down to 120 yuan . "," All right . I go up to 115 yuan , but not a penny more . Is that acceptable ? " " All right . I go up to 115 yuan , but not a penny more . Is that acceptable ? "," If you order more than 10,000 pieces , we can accept 115 yuan for each one . " " If you order more than 10,000 pieces , we can accept 115 yuan for each one . "," Well , I'll accept the price and place an order for 10,000 pieces . " " Well , I'll accept the price and place an order for 10,000 pieces . "," Very good . It's a pleasure to do business with you , Mrs . Phoebe . " What's the weather like in your hometown ? ," Um , very nice . It's warm in spring and cool in autumn . " " Um , very nice . It's warm in spring and cool in autumn . ", Is it hot in summer ? Is it hot in summer ? ," Yes , it is , but not as hot as in Beijing . " "What do you reading , Linda ? "," I'm reading a novel , The mill on the floss , written by the famous novelist gorge alias . " " I'm reading a novel , The mill on the floss , written by the famous novelist gorge alias . ", What's it about ? What's it about ? ," It's meanly about relationship between a brother and a sister , who live in the mill on the river floss . It describe there are childhood and disputes cause them to separate , the book ends with them ha " " It's meanly about relationship between a brother and a sister , who live in the mill on the river floss . It describe there are childhood and disputes cause them to separate , the book ends with them ha ", Is it difficult to understand ? Is it difficult to understand ? ," Not really , i would consider it easy . " " Not really , i would consider it easy . "," Besides novels , any other types literary works that you indulgence . " " Besides novels , any other types literary works that you indulgence . ", I really like short stories . I really like short stories . , Have you read anything else besides literature ? Have you read anything else besides literature ? ," Certainly I have . I like to read books on vary subjects , and i can read everything I can get my hands on in my spare time . I don't want to idle away and waste my time . " " Certainly I have . I like to read books on vary subjects , and i can read everything I can get my hands on in my spare time . I don't want to idle away and waste my time . ", I agree . People who don't read are no better often people who can't read . I also agree that books are like food for the mind . Hey ! Taxi . ," Where are you heading , sir ? " " Where are you heading , sir ? ", Capital Airport . Capital Airport . , What's your flight time ? What's your flight time ? , At 7:50 . At 7:50 . , I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 . I guess we should get there no later than 7:00 . , How long is the ride from here then ? How long is the ride from here then ? ," Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less.Is that okay ? " " Well , since it's rush hour , I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes , more or less.Is that okay ? "," Yes , that'll be fine . How much is this going to cost ? " Excuse me . Do you mind telling me the time when the recruitment will officially start ? , It will be held on October 15th . It will be held on October 15th . , Should I arrive early or on time ? Should I arrive early or on time ? , You'd better be early in case that you may be late because of traffic jam . That will put you in a insurmountable place . How do I buy my textbooks ? , Do you have your book list for your class ? Do you have your book list for your class ? ," Yes , I have my list . " " Yes , I have my list . "," Fine . Once you have it , you can go to the bookstore . Do you know where that is ? " " Fine . Once you have it , you can go to the bookstore . Do you know where that is ? "," Yes , I know where the bookstore is . " " Yes , I know where the bookstore is . "," OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ? " " OK , so once you pass the gym , it's the first door on your left . Do you know you can also sell your used textbooks there ? "," No , I didn't know I could do that . " " No , I didn't know I could do that . ", You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ? You just take them with you and trade them with the used textbook man just outside the door . Do you think you will be going there today ? ," Yes , I am going today . " " Yes , I am going today . "," Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1 " " Well , if you decide to go , I could meet you over there at 1 "," Yes , thank you . That would be great . " " Yes , thank you . That would be great . "," Well , then , I'll talk to you later . Have a good day ! " Where is your native place ? ," My native place is Shanghai , which is a very beautiful cosmopolitan city . " " My native place is Shanghai , which is a very beautiful cosmopolitan city . ", So are you a local ? So are you a local ? ," Yes , I am a local resident . " "So , is L . A . all it's cracked up to be ? "," Well , the stereotype in the movies is that L . A . is a frivolous town with a lot of flaky people . I guess , in the back of my mind , that's what I expected . " " Well , the stereotype in the movies is that L . A . is a frivolous town with a lot of flaky people . I guess , in the back of my mind , that's what I expected . "," And , is it what you found ? " " And , is it what you found ? "," Well , it is and it's not . The city of L . A . is much bigger and more diverse than I had expected . There are people here from all over the country and all over world , like New York . I've heard people say that in L . A . , everyone is from somewhere else . Tha's partly true . So , I've met all kinds of people here . What I'm realizing is that the picture of L . A . that's in movies only represents a small segment of the city . " " Well , it is and it's not . The city of L . A . is much bigger and more diverse than I had expected . There are people here from all over the country and all over world , like New York . I've heard people say that in L . A . , everyone is from somewhere else . Tha's partly true . So , I've met all kinds of people here . What I'm realizing is that the picture of L . A . that's in movies only represents a small segment of the city . ", You're right . Life isn't always like the movies . Is there a swimming pool in this hotel ? ," We don't have a full-sized swimming pool , but we do have individual swim stations . " " We don't have a full-sized swimming pool , but we do have individual swim stations . ", What exactly does that mean ? What exactly does that mean ? ," Basically , a swim station is like a treadmill , except instead of running , you swim . " " Basically , a swim station is like a treadmill , except instead of running , you swim . ", That sounds really neat . Is there an extra charge for these swim stations ? That sounds really neat . Is there an extra charge for these swim stations ? ," If you're a registered guest , you have free access to our swim stations . " " If you're a registered guest , you have free access to our swim stations . "," Are the swim stations open 24 hours , like the rest of the gym ? " " Are the swim stations open 24 hours , like the rest of the gym ? "," To conserve electricity , the stations operate only from 7a . m . till 10 . " " To conserve electricity , the stations operate only from 7a . m . till 10 . ", I'll go down there as soon as I can ! I'll go down there as soon as I can ! , I don't think you'll be disappointed . People really seem to like the swim stations . What's the name of the girl that has just passed us ? , Her name is Rose.Why ? Her name is Rose.Why ? , She's so pretty . I'd like to make friends with her . She's so pretty . I'd like to make friends with her . ," Oh , shut up.She ' s already got married . " "Oh , I think I broke my leg . "," Here , sir . Sit down in this wheel chair . " " Here , sir . Sit down in this wheel chair . ", Thanks . Thanks . , The doctor will be with you in a moment . I just need to ask you a few questions . The doctor will be with you in a moment . I just need to ask you a few questions . , All right . All right . ," Name , age and date of birth , please ? " " Name , age and date of birth , please ? "," James Taylor , 23 , March 30,1982 . " " James Taylor , 23 , March 30,1982 . ", Health insurance company and policy No ? Health insurance company and policy No ? , I don't have it . I don't have it . , What ? What ? , I don't have health insurance . I don't have health insurance . ," Well , this is going to be a very expensive broken leg , Mr . Taylor . " " Well , this is going to be a very expensive broken leg , Mr . Taylor . ", Oh ! Have you met the new manager in customer service ? ," No , I haven ’ t gotten over there in a few weeks . How is he ? " " No , I haven ’ t gotten over there in a few weeks . How is he ? "," She . She seems to be doing a pretty good job . Of course , anything would be better than that last guy ! " " She . She seems to be doing a pretty good job . Of course , anything would be better than that last guy ! ", You said it ! I can't believe he lasted as long as he did . "Hey , Brad . How was your day ? ", Pretty good . Where are you going ? Pretty good . Where are you going ? , I'm going home . I'm going home . , Wait . We have to return to our homeroom and wait to be dismissed . Wait . We have to return to our homeroom and wait to be dismissed . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here . Our homeroom teacher has to take attendance again to make sure that we're all here . , So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon . So he takes attendance once in the morning and once in the afternoon . , Yeah . I'm going to my locker to get my jacket . Catch you later . "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I'd like a book about law . " " Yes , I'd like a book about law . ", Would you tell me the name of the book and the author ? Would you tell me the name of the book and the author ? ," Uh , the Origin of Law . And it's written by Professor Felix of Harvard . " " Uh , the Origin of Law . And it's written by Professor Felix of Harvard . ", I'm sorry . It's out of stock now . Could you come by again next week ? I'm sorry . It's out of stock now . Could you come by again next week ? , Next week ? It is too late . I need it urgently . Next week ? It is too late . I need it urgently . ," Well , then , is it convenient to leave your phone number so that I can inform you as soon as we restock it ? " " Well , then , is it convenient to leave your phone number so that I can inform you as soon as we restock it ? "," No , thanks any way . " " No , thanks any way . ", You're welcome . "Peter , listen to the lyrics of this song . ", What's so special about this song ? What's so special about this song ? , It's from the musical that is so popular in New York right now . Do you like it ? It's from the musical that is so popular in New York right now . Do you like it ? , Not very much . It sounds too emotional to me . Not very much . It sounds too emotional to me . ," That's why it is so popular . It was recorded by Barbara Tutin . I've heard that when she sang this song on stage the opening night , she created quite a sensation . " " That's why it is so popular . It was recorded by Barbara Tutin . I've heard that when she sang this song on stage the opening night , she created quite a sensation . ", I'm afraid my association with Broadway musicals is rather limited . I'm afraid my association with Broadway musicals is rather limited . ," Well , then , you need an introduction . The school drama club is putting on a musical production . How about going together ? " " Well , then , you need an introduction . The school drama club is putting on a musical production . How about going together ? ", I have a better idea . Let's go to a jazz concert and I'll give you an education in jazz . What's the best way downtown ? , Let me see . It depends . Let me see . It depends . , Depends ? Depends on what ? Depends ? Depends on what ? ," If you are in a hurry , you should take a taxi . " " If you are in a hurry , you should take a taxi . ", Is that expensive ? Is that expensive ? ," Yes , very . Believe it or not , it will cost you more than one hundred dollars . " " Yes , very . Believe it or not , it will cost you more than one hundred dollars . ", I am in no particular hurry . I am in no particular hurry . , Take a bus then . It will only cost you 5 dollars . Take a bus then . It will only cost you 5 dollars . , That's not so bad . What's the matter with my wife ? , She had a sudden heart attack . She had a sudden heart attack . , I guess so . It was very terrible when she was at the onset of the illness . I am worried that I would lose her . I guess so . It was very terrible when she was at the onset of the illness . I am worried that I would lose her . , Don ’ t worry . She is much better now . But you are not permitted to disturb her at the moment . Don ’ t worry . She is much better now . But you are not permitted to disturb her at the moment . , I know . But is she out of danger now ? I know . But is she out of danger now ? ," Yes , I think so . " " Yes , I think so . "," Thank you very much , Doctor . " " Thank you very much , Doctor . ", My pleasure . "Marry Lin's Office , this is Linda . "," Linda , this is David Wang . " " Linda , this is David Wang . "," Hi , Mr . Wang , what can I help you with ? " " Hi , Mr . Wang , what can I help you with ? ", I need to talk with Marry . I need to talk with Marry . ," Certainly , hold on . " " Certainly , hold on . ", Thanks . I really need to find a bus that goes by PCC . , Where do you need to catch this bus at ? Where do you need to catch this bus at ? , All the way up on Las Flores Drive and Fair Oaks . All the way up on Las Flores Drive and Fair Oaks . ," I can tell you what bus to catch , but you have to walk a little bit . " " I can tell you what bus to catch , but you have to walk a little bit . ", Walking isn't a problem for me . Walking isn't a problem for me . , The 267 stops at Altadena Drive and Fair Oaks . The 267 stops at Altadena Drive and Fair Oaks . , Which direction do I want ? Which direction do I want ? , Get on the bus heading west . Get on the bus heading west . , Do you know where I get off at ? Do you know where I get off at ? , Del Mar and Hill . Del Mar and Hill . ," Thanks for letting me know , home-girl . " " Thanks for letting me know , home-girl . ", No problem . What are your plans for today ? , Nothing special . Nothing special . , Would you like to have dinner with me at King Hotel at 7pm ? Would you like to have dinner with me at King Hotel at 7pm ? , I'd like to . See you then . Come back . You haven't paid yet . ," May , just let him go . " " May , just let him go . ", But he took some newspaper away without paying . But he took some newspaper away without paying . , I know . I know . , Why ? You make me confused . Why ? You make me confused . ," He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later . " " He lives nearby and he would just glance at the newspaper headlines , read the political sections and return them later . ", Why does he have such a privilege ? Why does he have such a privilege ? , He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him . He used to be a hero during the war time and everyone respect him . , I see . Does he live by himself ? I see . Does he live by himself ? ," Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle . " " Yes , he has no children and his wife passed away when he was in the battle . ", He must be lonely ? He must be lonely ? , I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories . I bet . But he is always busy telling the children stories . , How respectable ! Room service.What can I do for you ? , I find the sheet in my room is so stained.Would you please help us change it for a clean one ? I find the sheet in my room is so stained.Would you please help us change it for a clean one ? , I am sorry.sir . Someone will there in a moment . I am sorry.sir . Someone will there in a moment . , All right . Please be quick about it . All right . Please be quick about it . ," Yes , sir . I assure you it would never happen again . " Where do you want to go ? , I want to go to Lid Hotel . I want to go to Lid Hotel . ," I'm sorry , but you got on the wrong bus . " " I'm sorry , but you got on the wrong bus . ", Which bus should I take then ? Which bus should I take then ? , You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop . You should change to the No . 701 bus at the next stop . , Thank you so much ! Thank you so much ! , Not at all . Excuse me . Can I get a ticket on the next flight to Frankfurt ? , Sure.It will depart 2 hours later . Sure.It will depart 2 hours later . , What's the fare for a single ticket ? What's the fare for a single ticket ? , That's $ 150 . That's $ 150 . , Can you give me a special offer ? Can you give me a special offer ? ," Of course.Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off . " " Of course.Right now it is the slack season , we will give you ten percent off . ", How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ? How about a round trip ? Could you offer us something more ? ," I am sorry , there is no difference . " "Your family must be busy shopping for Christmas , now . "," Oh yeah and decorating the house too was colored paper and pictures . they will put a Christmas tree just inside the front door , pained toys and colored electric lights along the branches and plays all the gift packages under it . " " Oh yeah and decorating the house too was colored paper and pictures . they will put a Christmas tree just inside the front door , pained toys and colored electric lights along the branches and plays all the gift packages under it . "," Woo , your home will beautiful on Christmas . " " Woo , your home will beautiful on Christmas . ", Sure our thing . Sure our thing . , I do wish your christmas and happy new year . I do wish your christmas and happy new year . , Thanks . "Excuse me , what material is it ? ", Rhaki.Do you want some ? Rhaki.Do you want some ? ," No , where are the cotton cloths ? " " No , where are the cotton cloths ? ", I will show you . I will show you . , What is the shrink rate after washing ? What is the shrink rate after washing ? , Less than 5 % . It's quite durable . "Hi I came in on flight 513 . Everyone else took their luggage off the conveyor belt , but mine didn ’ t seem to be there . "," Let me check the computer . Uh-oh , Looks like your luggage is on its way to Paris . " " Let me check the computer . Uh-oh , Looks like your luggage is on its way to Paris . ", You ’ re kidding . What am I going to do ? You ’ re kidding . What am I going to do ? ," Well , we can give you this lovely shaving kit and call you the minute your luggage arrives here . Just leave us a contact number . " " Well , we can give you this lovely shaving kit and call you the minute your luggage arrives here . Just leave us a contact number . ", You can reach me at 13661306917 . You can reach me at 13661306917 . ," Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience . " " Thank you . I am terribly sorry about this . It very rarely happens . We do have a sophisticated tracking system , so I know we will find it soon . But we apologize for the inconvenience . ", That ’ s ok . There wasn ’ t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage . That ’ s ok . There wasn ’ t anything important in there anyway . The shaving kit more than makes up for my lost luggage . , Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ’ re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully . Wow ! I have been working here for 15 years and you ’ re the first person to accept a lost luggage situation cheerfully . , I ’ Ve had a lot worse problems than this traveling so it ’ s really no big deal . How is night life in Beijing ? , Very interesting ! Very interesting ! , What do you suggest then ? What do you suggest then ? , How about going to dance ? There is a very good nightclub nearby . How about going to dance ? There is a very good nightclub nearby . ," That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful . " " That's a great idea . Let's go ... Oh , the dance hall looks very nice and the music is wonderful . "," I'm glad you like it.The band is called "" Four and One "" . They are especially good at playing rock and roll . " " I'm glad you like it.The band is called "" Four and One "" . They are especially good at playing rock and roll . ", That's great ! I love to dance to fast music . That's great ! I love to dance to fast music . ," Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ? " " Then you must be interested in disco dancing , aren't you ? "," Yes , disco dancing is my favorite.It ' s great fun and good exercise as well . " " Yes , disco dancing is my favorite.It ' s great fun and good exercise as well . ", OK . Let's disco . OK . Let's disco . , Now the band is playing a slow dance . Now the band is playing a slow dance . , That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ? That's a waltz . Would you like to try it ? ," Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance . " " Sorry , I think I'Il sit out the next dance . ", All right . Let me get you something to drink . "Where ’ s Sally , Jack ? "," She ’ s in the garden , Jane . " " She ’ s in the garden , Jane . ", What ’ s she doing ? What ’ s she doing ? , She ’ s sitting under the tree . She ’ s sitting under the tree . ," Is Tim in the garden , too ? " " Is Tim in the garden , too ? "," Yes , he is . He ’ s climbing the tree . " " Yes , he is . He ’ s climbing the tree . ", I beg your pardon ? Who ’ s climbing the tree . I beg your pardon ? Who ’ s climbing the tree . , Tim is . Tim is . , What about the dog ? What about the dog ? ," The dog ’ s in the garden , too . It ’ s running across the grass . It ’ s running after a cat . " Union Bank . How can I be of service ? , I need to know how much money is in my account . I need to know how much money is in my account . , I'll need your name and account number . I'll need your name and account number . , Certainly . "Jeff , I'm going to the supermarket . Do you want to come with me ? ", I think the supermarket is closed now . I think the supermarket is closed now . ," Oh , When does it close ? " " Oh , When does it close ? ", It closes at 7:00 on Sundays . It closes at 7:00 on Sundays . , That's too bad . That's too bad . ," Don't worry , we can go tomorrow morning . It opens at 8: 00 . " " Don't worry , we can go tomorrow morning . It opens at 8: 00 . ", Alright . What do you want to do now ? Alright . What do you want to do now ? , Let's take a walk for a half an hour . My sister will get here at about 8: 30PM and then we can all go out to dinner . Let's take a walk for a half an hour . My sister will get here at about 8: 30PM and then we can all go out to dinner . , Where does she live ? Where does she live ? , She lives in San Francisco . She lives in San Francisco . , How long has she lived there ? How long has she lived there ? , I think she's lived there for about 10 years . I think she's lived there for about 10 years . , That's a long time . Where did she live before that ? That's a long time . Where did she live before that ? , San Diego . What are you going to do after you return from Washington ? , I'm going to stay in the city . I'm going to stay in the city . , What will you do all day ? What will you do all day ? ," I'm going to work with my father at the store . In the evening , I'll read books.On weekends , I'll go to the beach with my family . " " I'm going to work with my father at the store . In the evening , I'll read books.On weekends , I'll go to the beach with my family . ", Have you ever worked ? Have you ever worked ? ," No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ? " " No , but I can learn . What are you going to do this summer ? ", I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers . I'm going to camp . I've gone to camp for four summers . , I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ? I've never gone to camp . What do you do there ? ," We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night.We sing or tell stories . " " We do many things . In the morning , we go swimming and boating . In the afternoon , we play basketball or tennis . We sit around a camp fire at night.We sing or tell stories . ", That sounds wonderful . That sounds wonderful . , It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ? It is wonderful . What's John going to do this summer ? , I think he's going to the mountains with his parents . I think he's going to the mountains with his parents . ," Well , so long , Mary . Have fun . " " Well , so long , Mary . Have fun . "," You too , Peter . Give my regards to John . I'll see you in September . " Can I apply for a permit today ? , I need to see your ID . I need to see your ID . , I think I forgot it in the car . I think I forgot it in the car . , You need to give me your ID and $ 27 . You need to give me your ID and $ 27 . , I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now . I'm going to go and get my ID from the car right now . , Go get it . Go get it . , Here you go . Here you go . ," All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out . " " All right , I'm going to need you to fill this out . ", May I borrow your pen ? May I borrow your pen ? , Here's a pen for you . Here's a pen for you . , Thanks for your help . Thanks for your help . , You need to turn that in at Window B . "Hi , sir . Come and have a look here . We have all kinds of sweaters . ", I ’ m looking for a sweater for my wife . Tomorrow is her birthday . And I know she needs a woolen sweater . I ’ m looking for a sweater for my wife . Tomorrow is her birthday . And I know she needs a woolen sweater . ," How do you like this grey one ? It ’ s pure wool , one hundred percent of Xinjiang wool . " " How do you like this grey one ? It ’ s pure wool , one hundred percent of Xinjiang wool . ", It feels good . Are there cowl-neck pullovers with the same color ? My wife prefers a turtleneck to a V-shaped collar . It feels good . Are there cowl-neck pullovers with the same color ? My wife prefers a turtleneck to a V-shaped collar . ," Yes , we do . What size do you want ? " " Yes , we do . What size do you want ? "," Size one . By the way , what if I bring home this sweater and my wife doesn ’ t like it ? " " Size one . By the way , what if I bring home this sweater and my wife doesn ’ t like it ? "," Well , you can always bring it back to us for a full refund . " " Well , you can always bring it back to us for a full refund . "," All right . Could I have it gift-wrapped , please ? " " All right . Could I have it gift-wrapped , please ? "," Yes , just a moment , please . " What's your ideal boss ? ," I have had an incredible boss , who was my direct supervisor during the last year of my coop work experience . A-bout two months after I began working for her , she really let me spread my wings . She encouraged me to work independently , because she said she had come to trust my judgment and commitment . So I was able to move forward on projects without having to check in with her every day . Of course , I made certain that she knew what I had accomplished on a daily and weekly basis because I gave her summary reports , although she didn't specifically ask me to . Without her support and encouragement , I don't think I would have felt confident enough to have written up a proposal suggesting that the department change a process that had been in place for a long time . But she was open to suggestions , so long as employees could back them up with research and facts . When I submitted my suggestion , she reviewed it and told me where she thought it needed more work . She then took my revised proposal to her boss . He was a more conservative type , but she lobbied him to try It for several weeks . He did , and it was so successful that it was instituted as a permanent change . I've also worked for some very difficult bosses in summer and part-time jobs . And while I'd certainly prefer to work for one like I've just described , I'm the kind of person who can get along with just about anyone . " Is there any way of ensuring we'll have enough time for our talks ? , I am sure we do have . I am sure we do have . , So our evenings will be quite full then ? So our evenings will be quite full then ? ," If you want some changes , just tell me . " "Dad , you keep talking about family in New Zealand . Who are they ? "," Well , that's your uncle Bill , his wife and two of their daughters . " " Well , that's your uncle Bill , his wife and two of their daughters . ", Is uncle Bill your brother ? Is uncle Bill your brother ? ," No , your uncle Jack is my brother , Bill is my brother-in-law , your mom's brother . " " No , your uncle Jack is my brother , Bill is my brother-in-law , your mom's brother . ", So his two daughters are my cousins ? So his two daughters are my cousins ? ," That's right , Sarah and Jane are both your cousins although they are step-sisters . " " That's right , Sarah and Jane are both your cousins although they are step-sisters . ", What are step-sisters ? What are step-sisters ? ," Sarah is your uncle Bill's older daughter . When she was young , Bill's first wife , Sarah's mom died . Three years later Bill married again . " " Sarah is your uncle Bill's older daughter . When she was young , Bill's first wife , Sarah's mom died . Three years later Bill married again . ", So uncle Bill's wife is Jane's mother but not Sarah's mother . Right ? So uncle Bill's wife is Jane's mother but not Sarah's mother . Right ? , Yes . She is Sarah's step-mother . Yes . She is Sarah's step-mother . , And when are they coming to visit us ? And when are they coming to visit us ? ," They want to travel to Europe next year , and will visit us at the same Ae . " "Hello , I want to apply for the position of an usher in your restaurant . ", Welcome . One of your duties is to know the number of the customer and accept reservation . Welcome . One of your duties is to know the number of the customer and accept reservation . , What else do I need to do ? What else do I need to do ? , You inform the people in charge and let them reserve dinning tables for guests . "Excuse me , sir . But please call an ambulance . My friend suddenly got a sharp pain in the stomach . ", Is he all right ? There's a big hospital just around the corner . Is he all right ? There's a big hospital just around the corner . ," Oh , is there ? Will you find someone to take us to the hospital then ? " " Oh , is there ? Will you find someone to take us to the hospital then ? "," All right , sir . I'll have someone to take you there . By the way , is he insured ? " " All right , sir . I'll have someone to take you there . By the way , is he insured ? "," Yes , he is . " " Yes , he is . "," I'm glad to hear that . In case he's not insured , the hospital will never accepts any patient . " What did the doctor say ? , He said that I have been eating too much . He said that I have been eating too much . , Did he give you any advice ? Did he give you any advice ? ," Yes , he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat . " " Yes , he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat . "," Yes , you must put yourself on a diet . " "Isn't this lovely weather ? Will you help me water the flowers , Jack ? "," Well , do you think I have to ? " " Well , do you think I have to ? ", I do.We haven't watered them for quite a few days . I do.We haven't watered them for quite a few days . , Please look at the sky.Don ' t you see the dark clouds ? It's going to rain soon . Please look at the sky.Don ' t you see the dark clouds ? It's going to rain soon . , Good.So we don't have to work.How nice ! Good.So we don't have to work.How nice ! , But I don't think it's so nice . But I don't think it's so nice . , Why ? Why ? , The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week . The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week . ," Oh , I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain . " What do you do when you are angry ? , I usually calm down first and think about the reason that caused my anger . I usually calm down first and think about the reason that caused my anger . , That ’ s smart . What do you usually do to relieve your anger ? That ’ s smart . What do you usually do to relieve your anger ? , Something like listening to music is a good idea . Something like listening to music is a good idea . ," Oh , what kind of music do you listen to ? " " Oh , what kind of music do you listen to ? ", Classic . Something that could calm your mind . Classic . Something that could calm your mind . , I think that might work for me as well . I think that might work for me as well . , Working out is another good way to relieve anger . Working out is another good way to relieve anger . , Like what ? Like what ? ," Jogging , yoga , or even just taking a walk . " I feel chilly and I've got a pain in my abdomen . , How long have you had it ? How long have you had it ? , Almost a week . Almost a week . , I think you've got a cold . I think you've got a cold . , What should I do ? What should I do ? ," I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days . " " I'll give you some medicine , and you will be better in a couple of days . ", Thank you . "What's up , officer ? ", Are you aware that you ran through that stop sign ? Are you aware that you ran through that stop sign ? , There was a stop sign ? There was a stop sign ? , How could you not notice it ? How could you not notice it ? ," If there really was a stop sign , I couldn't see it because of the overgrown bushes . " " If there really was a stop sign , I couldn't see it because of the overgrown bushes . ", You know.You ' re right . The bushes are covering the sign . You know.You ' re right . The bushes are covering the sign . ," If I saw the stop sign , I would've stopped for it . " " If I saw the stop sign , I would've stopped for it . "," Now that I think about it , I can see how you missed it . " " Now that I think about it , I can see how you missed it . ", Am I getting a ticket for this ? Am I getting a ticket for this ? , I'll let you off with a warning . I'll let you off with a warning . ," Thank you , I really do appreciate that . " " Thank you , I really do appreciate that . ", Don't worry about it . I need to have something done about those bushes . Have you finished ? ," Yes , but dinner was excellent " " Yes , but dinner was excellent ", Would you like some of coffee ? Would you like some of coffee ? ," No , thank you . Check please . " " No , thank you . Check please . "," Yes sir , one moment please . here is the check . " " Yes sir , one moment please . here is the check . "," Here is the two dollars , will you bring me the receipt ? " " Here is the two dollars , will you bring me the receipt ? ", Here is the change . Here is the change . , Please keep the change . Please keep the change . , Thank you very much sir . I was just about to go to bed when the telephone rang last night . , Who was it ? Who was it ? , Kate . She said she was too excited to go to sleep . Kate . She said she was too excited to go to sleep . , She never cares about others . She never cares about others . , It ’ s true . Guess what we were talking about last night . It ’ s true . Guess what we were talking about last night . ," Her new boyfriend , right ? " " Her new boyfriend , right ? "," Yeah , how do you know about that ? " " Yeah , how do you know about that ? ", I was also interrupted by her last week because of such a thing . "Mr . Charles , I feel that we have had a very pleasant talk . "," I think so too , and you have a general understanding of the company now . " " I think so too , and you have a general understanding of the company now . "," Yes , your company is a big one in the field and has great potential . " " Yes , your company is a big one in the field and has great potential . ", What else do you want to know ? What else do you want to know ? , I want to know about the salary information in your company . I want to know about the salary information in your company . ," Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ? " " Then , how much do you wish to be paid each month ? "," I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker . " " I hope my starting salary will be 3,000 yuan a month if I become a formal worker . ", We will give you more than what you hope . We will give you more than what you hope . , Really ? That's good news for me . Really ? That's good news for me . ," You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month . " " You will have a six-month internship after you enter our company . During this period you can get 2,500 yuan a month , and after that you can get 3,500 yuan per month . ", It sounds great ! It sounds great ! ," You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year . " " You can also get a bonus at the end of the year , and if you can keep working in the company , your salary will get a raise every year . "," By the way , how many days do we work every week ? " " By the way , how many days do we work every week ? "," Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while " " Five days every week , but if it is necessary , you need to work overtime once in a while "," OK , I see " "Well , I can ’ t believe your uncle and aunt came to stay with us for a week , and they did not even call us in advance . "," John , they are old-fashioned people from the Chinese countryside . That ’ s their custom . " " John , they are old-fashioned people from the Chinese countryside . That ’ s their custom . "," I know , but it is hard for me to get used to your relatives coming to visit us , and without warning . " " I know , but it is hard for me to get used to your relatives coming to visit us , and without warning . ", Don ’ t your relatives visit other relatives ? Don ’ t your relatives visit other relatives ? ," Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight . " " Yes , but Americans never visit without calling in advance , and they almost never stay overnight . ", I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families . I think that maybe Chinese families are closer than your families . , I think you ’ re right ! Who got ripped off ? , Big time ! A hacker broke into the company's files and got all her personal information . You really think it's completely safe ? Big time ! A hacker broke into the company's files and got all her personal information . You really think it's completely safe ? ," Well , maybe not 100 percent . I did hear about some tricks people use . " " Well , maybe not 100 percent . I did hear about some tricks people use . ", Now we're getting to the truth . Now we're getting to the truth . , There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale . There are shills . A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale . , See ? And I bet that's easy to do online . Everybody's anonymous . Where can I park my car ? , You need to get a car tag first . There's a one hundred Yuan deposit for the car tag . You need to get a car tag first . There's a one hundred Yuan deposit for the car tag . , Okay . Here you are . Okay . Here you are . , Thank you . We'll bring the receipt up to your room when we get it . "Peter , how often do you exercise ? "," Well , I swim and run every day . " " Well , I swim and run every day . "," Now , tell me , what do you eat ? " " Now , tell me , what do you eat ? "," Well , I don't eat any meat , but I do eat fish and eggs . " " Well , I don't eat any meat , but I do eat fish and eggs . ", Do you eat a lot of vegetables ? Do you eat a lot of vegetables ? ," Oh yes , and fruit , I love fruit . " " Oh yes , and fruit , I love fruit . ", What do you drink ? What do you drink ? ," Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea . They are very bad for you . " " Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea . They are very bad for you . ", What do you drink ? I feel terribly bored . I'm going to take a job . , Good . Good . , Then I can buy my own car . Then I can buy my own car . , Splendid . Splendid . , And pay for my own clothes . And pay for my own clothes . , That's an excellent idea . "Good evening , ma'am . May I help you ? ", Yes . I'd like to use a safety deposit box . Yes . I'd like to use a safety deposit box . , Will the object fit into this size of box ? Will the object fit into this size of box ? , Let me see . I think it's OK . Let me see . I think it's OK . ," Could you fill out this form , please , ma'am ? " " Could you fill out this form , please , ma'am ? ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thank you , ma'am . Would you like to use it until May 20th ? " " Thank you , ma'am . Would you like to use it until May 20th ? ", Yes . Yes . ," This way , please . Your box number is 522 . " " This way , please . Your box number is 522 . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," If you would like to use the contents during the period of use , please come here in person . After confirming your signature , we will open the box . " " If you would like to use the contents during the period of use , please come here in person . After confirming your signature , we will open the box . ", I see . Thank you . May I ask you how much this position pays per year ? , This job pays sixty-five thousand dollars per year . This job pays sixty-five thousand dollars per year . , What kind of benefits does this job have ? What kind of benefits does this job have ? ," This job provides full medical , dental , and disability . " " This job provides full medical , dental , and disability . ", What type of vacation time do we get ? What type of vacation time do we get ? , You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish . You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish . , Do we have a 401K ? Do we have a 401K ? , We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service . We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service . , What type of professional development do you offer ? What type of professional development do you offer ? , We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment . We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment . , Where do I sign up for my benefits package ? Where do I sign up for my benefits package ? , Down the hall . I'll show you when the interview is over . I stayed online chatting with friends all night . It was great fun . , I don't understand . You don't even know the ' friends ' you are ' talking ' to ! I don't understand . You don't even know the ' friends ' you are ' talking ' to ! , It is better I don't know them . So I can say anything I want . It is better I don't know them . So I can say anything I want . , Do you believe what they say ? Do you believe what they say ? , Who cares ? It's just online . It's not real . Do you want to join me tonight ? Who cares ? It's just online . It's not real . Do you want to join me tonight ? ," Thanks , but I'm a lousy typist . " Have you any idea of the prices of ruby and diamond ? , I'm not very sure.but I know ruby is less valuable than diamond . I'm not very sure.but I know ruby is less valuable than diamond . , How do you know that ? How do you know that ? , I got it from an encyclopedia . This is your schedule . ," You're going out of your way for us , I believe . " " You're going out of your way for us , I believe . ", You are our honored guests . Mark ? I need that file you took yesterday . ," I ’ m sorry , Janet . I left it at home . I ’ ll bring it back in the morning . " " I ’ m sorry , Janet . I left it at home . I ’ ll bring it back in the morning . "," Mark , I told you yesterday afternoon that I would be using that file today . " " Mark , I told you yesterday afternoon that I would be using that file today . "," I know , Janet . I just walked out and forgot it completely . I ’ ll go home and get it at noon , all right ? " How do you spend your free time ? ," I read or go swimming , go shopping , usually . I run or play tennis or do something else like those to get some exercises to keep fit . " " I read or go swimming , go shopping , usually . I run or play tennis or do something else like those to get some exercises to keep fit . ", Are you introverted or extroverted ? Are you introverted or extroverted ? ," I wouldn't call myself extroverted . Sometimes , I enjoy being by myself very much . But other times , I like sharing activities with others too , especially during these last few years . " " I wouldn't call myself extroverted . Sometimes , I enjoy being by myself very much . But other times , I like sharing activities with others too , especially during these last few years . ", What kinds of sports do you like ? What kinds of sports do you like ? ," I like almost all sports , and I enjoy both playing and watching . I especially like tennis and mountain climbing . " " I like almost all sports , and I enjoy both playing and watching . I especially like tennis and mountain climbing . ", What kind of personality do you think you have ? What kind of personality do you think you have ? ," Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don't like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous-I can't concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished . " Here's the picture of my family . , Can you point out your mother for me ? Can you point out your mother for me ? ," OK.She ' s near-sighted , with a pair of glasses on her nose.She is the only one wearing glasses in my family . " "Are you free this weekend , Miss Rose ? "," Yes , I am . What's up ? " " Yes , I am . What's up ? ", Then would you please go to a dance party with me ? Then would you please go to a dance party with me ? , With pleasure . I suppose you dance often . With pleasure . I suppose you dance often . ," Oh , no . As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time . " " Oh , no . As a matter of fact , I haven't danced for a long time . ", But I am told that you dance wonderfully well . But I am told that you dance wonderfully well . ," Thanks for flattering me . I think you dance a lot , right ? " No . Just occasionally . , What's your favorite dance ? What's your favorite dance ? ," It's hard to say , but I do love the foxtrot and waltz . " " It's hard to say , but I do love the foxtrot and waltz . ", How about rock'n'roll ? How about rock'n'roll ? ," To tell you the truth , I don't like it . It's too noisy . " " To tell you the truth , I don't like it . It's too noisy . ", And the tango ? And the tango ? ," Oh , it's really beautiful , but I just can't do it well . " " Oh , it's really beautiful , but I just can't do it well . ", Don't be so modest . I'm sure you can do it very well . Then I'll meet you at six . Is that at all right ? Don't be so modest . I'm sure you can do it very well . Then I'll meet you at six . Is that at all right ? , OK . OK . , Great ! I'm your lucky fellow then . "Tom , I married Julia last month . Have you already known it ? "," No , I haven't . I'm so surprised at the news . " " No , I haven't . I'm so surprised at the news . "," Indeed , we got married too soon . " " Indeed , we got married too soon . ", Congratulations . But have you heard the proverb that if one gets married too hurriedly one may regret it for a long time ? Congratulations . But have you heard the proverb that if one gets married too hurriedly one may regret it for a long time ? ," Yes . However , I believe that marriage comes by destiny . I knew I would marry Julia when I met her at the first time . " " Yes . However , I believe that marriage comes by destiny . I knew I would marry Julia when I met her at the first time . ", How's your married life ? How's your married life ? , We're happy together now . We're happy together now . , I have to say you're a well-matched couple . I have to say you're a well-matched couple . , Thank you ! Excuse me . I seem to have lost my son . ," Take it easy , madam . And speak slowly . May I have your name first ? " " Take it easy , madam . And speak slowly . May I have your name first ? ", Shirley . Shirley . , What's your son's name ? What's your son's name ? , Daniel . Daniel . , Can you describe his appearance to me ? Can you describe his appearance to me ? , He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1.4 meters . He is in a blue sportswear and a white sportsshoes . About 1.4 meters . ," OK , I see . Dear Daniel , please come to the broadcasting station when you've heard this , your mother is waiting for you . If other tourists see a boy in a blue sportswear and a pair of white sportsshoes , 1.4 meters , please ask him to go to the broadcasting station . Thank you ! " I've brought this dress back to exchange it . ," That's not a problem . Leave it with me , and find something that you like . " " That's not a problem . Leave it with me , and find something that you like . ", I was hoping you'd have something on sale today . I was hoping you'd have something on sale today . , We have nothing on sale today . But we're having a big sale next weekend . We have nothing on sale today . But we're having a big sale next weekend . , Is the sale going to include dresses ? Is the sale going to include dresses ? , Everything you can see will be on sale . Everything you can see will be on sale . , I like the sound of that . I'll just come back next weekend . I like the sound of that . I'll just come back next weekend . , The savings will be worth the short wait . See you next weekend . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'm in a bit of a rush . Could I have a piece of apple pie please ? " " Yes , I'm in a bit of a rush . Could I have a piece of apple pie please ? ", Certainly . Would you like it with ice cream ? Certainly . Would you like it with ice cream ? ," No , thanks . " "Hi , boss . You wanted to see me ? "," Zina . Look , I know when I hired you , I told you I'd pay you a salary . But I just can't . " " Zina . Look , I know when I hired you , I told you I'd pay you a salary . But I just can't . ", Excuse me ? I hope I didn't just hear what I think I just heard . Excuse me ? I hope I didn't just hear what I think I just heard . ," I know it's awkward , but you're going to be thanking me later . I'm going to make you rich . " " I know it's awkward , but you're going to be thanking me later . I'm going to make you rich . ", You're going to make me rich by not paying me ? What do you think of this dress ? Do you think it suits me ? , Sure . Why don ’ t you try it on ? The fitting room is over there . Sure . Why don ’ t you try it on ? The fitting room is over there . , It ’ s just the right size-a perfect fit ! Have you seen anything you like ? It ’ s just the right size-a perfect fit ! Have you seen anything you like ? ," I ’ m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ’ s June now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter . " " I ’ m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ’ s June now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter . "," It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ? " " It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ? "," Yes , it ’ s half price . It ’ s supposed to be too large--that ’ s the fashion . " " Yes , it ’ s half price . It ’ s supposed to be too large--that ’ s the fashion . "," I might get one too , but in a different color . I prefer light blue to white 。 " " I might get one too , but in a different color . I prefer light blue to white 。 "," There.It looks great , don ’ t you think ? I ’ m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I ‘ m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter . " " There.It looks great , don ’ t you think ? I ’ m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I ‘ m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter . "," I ’ m getting this beret ? Doesn ’ t it look cool ? I ’ d like to get some jeans too , but I don ’ t have enough cash on me . " " I ’ m getting this beret ? Doesn ’ t it look cool ? I ’ d like to get some jeans too , but I don ’ t have enough cash on me . ", Don ’ t worry . I ’ Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later . Don ’ t worry . I ’ Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later . , Thanks ! Now I don ’ t need to come back to the shop a second time . 911 . How may I help you ? , I need to report a break-in . I need to report a break-in . , When did this break-in occur ? When did this break-in occur ? , Last night . Last night . , Where did the break-in happen ? Where did the break-in happen ? , It happened at my house . It happened at my house . , Was anything taken ? Was anything taken ? , I'm not sure yet . I'm not sure yet . , What makes you think there was a break-in ? What makes you think there was a break-in ? , My front window was busted . My front window was busted . , I'll send a squad car . I'll send a squad car . , Please hurry . Richard ! I need those tax forms from you before five ! ," Oh , I ’ m sorry . I forgot about those completely . I ’ ll bring them by your office . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry . I forgot about those completely . I ’ ll bring them by your office . ", Okay . The sooner the better . Okay . The sooner the better . ," You bet . I ’ ll swing by after lunch , okay ? " How are you making out ? , I'm doing fine.Don ' t mind me.It ' s a wonderful birthday party.Everyone is enjoying himself . I'm doing fine.Don ' t mind me.It ' s a wonderful birthday party.Everyone is enjoying himself . , I hope so . Thank you again for your delightful gift . I hope so . Thank you again for your delightful gift . , Don't mention it . Where are you going for lunch ? , I have no idea . I have no appetite . I have no idea . I have no appetite . , I know of a restaurant . I'm sure you'll like it . I know of a restaurant . I'm sure you'll like it . , Let's go there then . Is it a Chinese restaurant ? Let's go there then . Is it a Chinese restaurant ? , Yes.it serves excellent Sichuan food . Spicy food may improve your appetite . Yes.it serves excellent Sichuan food . Spicy food may improve your appetite . , I hope so . Do you like the apartment ? , I absolutely love the apartment . I absolutely love the apartment . , Everything is okay ? Everything is okay ? , I do have one problem with the apartment . I do have one problem with the apartment . , What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? , I don ’ t like all those stains in the carpet . I don ’ t like all those stains in the carpet . , We will have the carpet cleaned before you move into the apartment . We will have the carpet cleaned before you move into the apartment . , I did not know that . I did not know that . ," I assure you that we will , and if there are any more problems , feel free to tell me . " " I assure you that we will , and if there are any more problems , feel free to tell me . ", That was the only thing that I saw wrong with the apartment . That was the only thing that I saw wrong with the apartment . , I ’ m glad to know that you think the apartment is so nice . I ’ m glad to know that you think the apartment is so nice . , It ’ s absolutely incredible . I ’ ll take it . May I see that ivory horse ? , Of course . Of course . ," It's genuine , I bet . " " It's genuine , I bet . "," It's made of genuine ivory , besides , it's of exquisite workmanship . The price is marked 200 yuan . " " It's made of genuine ivory , besides , it's of exquisite workmanship . The price is marked 200 yuan . ", I'll take it . what do you do when you see a homeless person on the streets begging for money ? , I never really give them money because I don't want to contribute to their addictions . I never really give them money because I don't want to contribute to their addictions . , homeless youth can easily become involved with drugs and prostitution . Do you do anything to help them ? homeless youth can easily become involved with drugs and prostitution . Do you do anything to help them ? ," I usually ask them if they want some food and then give them something to eat . I figure that if they're homeless , they're probably hungry . " " I usually ask them if they want some food and then give them something to eat . I figure that if they're homeless , they're probably hungry . ", that's a good idea . Do they usually accept the food ? that's a good idea . Do they usually accept the food ? ," almost always . However , sometimes they get mad at me for not giving them any cash . " " almost always . However , sometimes they get mad at me for not giving them any cash . ", it's sad how more and more young people are sleeping on the streets in London now . it's sad how more and more young people are sleeping on the streets in London now . , the cost of living in London is just too high for most people . the cost of living in London is just too high for most people . , it's true . The economy is in a bit of mess at the moment . it's true . The economy is in a bit of mess at the moment . ," did you know that few people can pay the rent on minimum wage , let alone pay for food and other living costs ? " " did you know that few people can pay the rent on minimum wage , let alone pay for food and other living costs ? "," there just isn't enough affordable housing to go around . If only the housing cost would drop , fewer people would be in financial trouble . " " there just isn't enough affordable housing to go around . If only the housing cost would drop , fewer people would be in financial trouble . ", added to that is the high unemployment rate right now . added to that is the high unemployment rate right now . , something's got to change---and it's got to happen soon . something's got to change---and it's got to happen soon . , politicians like to ignore the problems of the working class . They like to focus on making life easier for the upper class . politicians like to ignore the problems of the working class . They like to focus on making life easier for the upper class . , I can only hope that one day they will change . "that was a really good meal , Gordon . ", It sure was . I couldn't eat another bite . It sure was . I couldn't eat another bite . ," well , it is getting pretty late . I think we should go home . " " well , it is getting pretty late . I think we should go home . ", you're right . I have to get up early to go to work tomorrow . you're right . I have to get up early to go to work tomorrow . , let's see how much the bill is . let's see how much the bill is . , don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat . don't worry about it . Tonight is my treat . , what are you talking about ? We'll split the bill . what are you talking about ? We'll split the bill . ," no , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't . " " no , I insist . I kept telling you that I would treat you to dinner but I still haven't . "," no way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill . " " no way , Gordon . I know that you are a little short on cash at the moment . There's no need for you to pay for the whole bill . "," alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill . " " alright , if that's the way you are going to be , we'll split the bill . "," that's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk . " " that's better . This way we will both have money to take a cab home , otherwise , you would probably have to walk . "," just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ? " " just promise you will let me treat you to dinner next week , ok ? ", you've got a deal . you've got a deal . , great . Bye . great . Bye . , bye . What kind of promotional events are scheduled for the new product line ? ," Marketing has us set up with product launches in five major cities , as well as some sponsoring events throughout the year . All together , there will be 15 events . " " Marketing has us set up with product launches in five major cities , as well as some sponsoring events throughout the year . All together , there will be 15 events . ", What kind of sponsoring are we talking about ? I don't know how effective sponsorship really is ... What kind of sponsoring are we talking about ? I don't know how effective sponsorship really is ... , It's not what you're thinking . These events will give us a wider exposure than most . Take the tri-city marathon for starters . This is a highly publicized event . The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness . It's not what you're thinking . These events will give us a wider exposure than most . Take the tri-city marathon for starters . This is a highly publicized event . The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness . ," Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ? " " Other than the marathon , what else is on the list ? "," We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program . " " We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment , then a rally for cancer research , and a connection to the inner-city education program . "," Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ? " " Sports , medicine , education ... seems kind of random , don't you think ? "," It might seem that way , but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research . These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about . " Could you help me with these books ? , My hands are full . Can ’ t you see that ? My hands are full . Can ’ t you see that ? ," Please , George . " " Please , George . "," All right . Just wait a minute , OK ? " May I help you ? , Yes . I would like a ticket to Pakistan on CA . Yes . I would like a ticket to Pakistan on CA . , Is that a one-way or round trip ? Is that a one-way or round trip ? ," Round trip , please . " " Round trip , please . ", When would you want to leave ? When would you want to leave ? , I'd like to leave on Nov . 2nd and return on Nov . 21st . I'd like to leave on Nov . 2nd and return on Nov . 21st . , I am sorry . The flight on Nov . 21st is full.Do you mind if I put your name on the waiting list ? I am sorry . The flight on Nov . 21st is full.Do you mind if I put your name on the waiting list ? ," Yes , please . Thank you . " Would you mind giving me a hand ? ," Okay , Bob , What is it ? " " Okay , Bob , What is it ? "," Help me hang up this picture , please . Would you hold it straight while I put in the nail ? " " Help me hang up this picture , please . Would you hold it straight while I put in the nail ? ", All right . All right . ," Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please . " " Now , hand me the hammer and those nails , please . "," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . ", There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight . There ! How does it look ? Tell me if I've got it straight . ," Well , it's straight , but it's upside down I'm afraid . " How do you feel about the TV series ? ," Oh , to be frank , I think it's sheer waste of time to watch it . " " Oh , to be frank , I think it's sheer waste of time to watch it . "," Yes , I agree , but still a lot of people watch it . " " Yes , I agree , but still a lot of people watch it . ", But I don't think much of it . "Taylor , can you tell me how to apply for a job on the Internet ? ", Just fill out an application . Just fill out an application . , Do I have to send an E-mail ? Do I have to send an E-mail ? , You are expected to know the E-mail address of the unit . You are expected to know the E-mail address of the unit . , But I still don't know which unit is in need of staff . But I still don't know which unit is in need of staff . , Send out an application through Job-wanted on the website . Send out an application through Job-wanted on the website . , Can any unit see my information ? Can any unit see my information ? , It's a two-way choice . And your application will be read . It's a two-way choice . And your application will be read . , Which websites offer this service ? Which websites offer this service ? ," Sina , 21st Century Talent Net , and a few others . " " Sina , 21st Century Talent Net , and a few others . ", Thank you . "Hello , sir . What can we do for you today ? ", I'd like a trim . I'd like a trim . , Would you like your hair washed as well ? Would you like your hair washed as well ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . "," Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ? " " Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ? "," Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears . " " Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears . ", All right . How silly of you to jump out of the window ! , But that was the first thing that came into my mind when I heard the shout earthquake ! But that was the first thing that came into my mind when I heard the shout earthquake ! , Why not use staircases ? The terror was not so violent at that time . Why not use staircases ? The terror was not so violent at that time . , That would be too late . That would be too late . , Maybe the situation is too urgent . Maybe the situation is too urgent . ," Yes , I think I should have jumped in any case . " How many do you intend to order for our shirts ? , What's the minimum quantity of an order for your goods ? What's the minimum quantity of an order for your goods ? , We are not interested in small orders . I suggest you order at least 2 000 dozen . We are not interested in small orders . I suggest you order at least 2 000 dozen . ," No problem . We want a minimum of 1,000 dozen of men's shirts and a minimum of 3,000 dozen of embroidered shirts . Can you guarantee continuous production and adequate supply ? " " No problem . We want a minimum of 1,000 dozen of men's shirts and a minimum of 3,000 dozen of embroidered shirts . Can you guarantee continuous production and adequate supply ? "," Yes , of course . We have enough productivity . You can rest assured . " " Yes , of course . We have enough productivity . You can rest assured . "," And for such a big quantity , you should give us a discount . " " And for such a big quantity , you should give us a discount . "," Sure , we can reduce our price by ten percent . " " Sure , we can reduce our price by ten percent . ", That's great . "At their last meeting , the stockholders voted unanimously to block the merger of our company with Blycore . All the executive committee was in favor of the merger ... I don't understand how the stockholders could have so much power to throw a wrench in the plans ... "," If they all unite on a certain issue , it's the stockholders who have the final say . You'd think it might be our CEO or the workers , but in fact , the stockholders control the money so they have the most power . " " If they all unite on a certain issue , it's the stockholders who have the final say . You'd think it might be our CEO or the workers , but in fact , the stockholders control the money so they have the most power . ", Is it really that simple ? It doesn't seem very efficient to run things that way ... Is it really that simple ? It doesn't seem very efficient to run things that way ... ," It might not be the most efficient , but if you think about it , it makes pretty good sense . The stockholders are our investors . They own the capital in our company , so they should have say about what is done with the company . " " It might not be the most efficient , but if you think about it , it makes pretty good sense . The stockholders are our investors . They own the capital in our company , so they should have say about what is done with the company . ", I guess I'd buy that ... "Hello , I'd like to see Mr . Charles , the manager , please . "," You don't make any prior appointment , do you ? " " You don't make any prior appointment , do you ? "," No . I haven't , but I'll take only a few minutes of his time . " " No . I haven't , but I'll take only a few minutes of his time . "," Please tell your name , company and the nature of your business . " " Please tell your name , company and the nature of your business . "," Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation . " " Yes . My name is Lin Tao , the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation . "," I see . Wait a minute , please . " " I see . Wait a minute , please . "," ( 2 minutes later ) Mr . Lin , Mr . Charles can see you now . This way , please . " Would you like to go to work or continue your studies after graduation ? , I think I will continue my studies . Now it's not easy for a graduate with bachelor's degree to get a job since there are so many graduates with master's or doctor's degree . We are likely to lose in competing with them in the job market . I think I will continue my studies . Now it's not easy for a graduate with bachelor's degree to get a job since there are so many graduates with master's or doctor's degree . We are likely to lose in competing with them in the job market . , So you will continue to study for a master's degree ? So you will continue to study for a master's degree ? ," Well , I think so . But I am thinking of going aboard to get a master's and doctor's degree . If can get a Ph . D . abroad , it will be much easy for me to get a job at home . " " Well , I think so . But I am thinking of going aboard to get a master's and doctor's degree . If can get a Ph . D . abroad , it will be much easy for me to get a job at home . ", How can you finance your education abroad ? It is very expensive to study abroad . How can you finance your education abroad ? It is very expensive to study abroad . ," I think I will try to get the scholarship since I really don't have so much money to study abroad . Actually now I am preparing for the TEFL and GRE exams . If I can get high marks in the two exams and if I am lucky enough , I may get a scholarship . " " I think I will try to get the scholarship since I really don't have so much money to study abroad . Actually now I am preparing for the TEFL and GRE exams . If I can get high marks in the two exams and if I am lucky enough , I may get a scholarship . ", It could be pretty tough studying abroad . Being so far away from home ... "Jane , I was wondering if you you had any plans for saturday afternoon . "," A friend and I are planing to go out , why ? what's up ? " " A friend and I are planing to go out , why ? what's up ? "," There is a special exhibition of french sculptures at the museum , I was hoping you ' d like to come with me . " " There is a special exhibition of french sculptures at the museum , I was hoping you ' d like to come with me . ", I am afraid I can't I am going to be out all day . I am afraid I can't I am going to be out all day . , What about sunday ? What about sunday ? ," I wish I could , but it's my mums birthday . " " I wish I could , but it's my mums birthday . ", Maybe next week . Maybe next week . ," Much as I ' d like to , I am afraid i wont be free next week , I have a lot of work . " " Much as I ' d like to , I am afraid i wont be free next week , I have a lot of work . "," Sorry to hear that , I was really looking forward to spending some more time with you , I really enjoyed our last chat . " " Sorry to hear that , I was really looking forward to spending some more time with you , I really enjoyed our last chat . "," I am really sorry too , maybe I can give you a call sometime . " Can you give me a ride back home ? , Sure "Yes , madam ? Can I help you ? "," Oh , yes , please . But you are just closing , aren't you ? " " Oh , yes , please . But you are just closing , aren't you ? "," Well , yes , we are , madam . The shop shuts down in five minutes . " " Well , yes , we are , madam . The shop shuts down in five minutes . ", I shall not keep you long then . It was about some saucepans you had in your window last week . I shall not keep you long then . It was about some saucepans you had in your window last week . ," Last week , madam ? I really can't remember which ones you mean . What were they like ? " " Last week , madam ? I really can't remember which ones you mean . What were they like ? "," Oh , they were lovely . Sort of imitation wood , dark brown color , country-style you know , and the lids , if I remember rightly , they had a sort of leaf pattern , or was it flowers ? " " Oh , they were lovely . Sort of imitation wood , dark brown color , country-style you know , and the lids , if I remember rightly , they had a sort of leaf pattern , or was it flowers ? ", That's strange . I don't recognize any of the ones we had from that description . Are you sure they were in this shop ? That's strange . I don't recognize any of the ones we had from that description . Are you sure they were in this shop ? ," Oh , you must know the ones I mean . They were on sale , a real bargain . Reduced to a quarter of the original price . I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw them . " " Oh , you must know the ones I mean . They were on sale , a real bargain . Reduced to a quarter of the original price . I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw them . "," I am afraid the sales are over now , madam . And you know we all sold out of the saucepans . " " I am afraid the sales are over now , madam . And you know we all sold out of the saucepans . "," I don't think you did , you know . My neighbor told me she saw some here only yesterday . " " I don't think you did , you know . My neighbor told me she saw some here only yesterday . "," Well , it's all new stock in the window now . " " Well , it's all new stock in the window now . "," May I just have a look , to see if there is anything else ? " " May I just have a look , to see if there is anything else ? "," Eh , well , madam , as you know we are closing . " " Eh , well , madam , as you know we are closing . "," Yes , yes , I am sorry I won't keep you . It must get on your nerves when customers come in right at closing time . But they were such beautiful saucepans . I ’ d have bought them if I had made up my mind on the spot . " " Yes , yes , I am sorry I won't keep you . It must get on your nerves when customers come in right at closing time . But they were such beautiful saucepans . I ’ d have bought them if I had made up my mind on the spot . "," Perhaps madam , if you come back tomorrow , I could show you the whole range of kitchen ware . And there are still one or two things at the sale price . " " Perhaps madam , if you come back tomorrow , I could show you the whole range of kitchen ware . And there are still one or two things at the sale price . "," Oh , look ! That was the one there . That is the sort of thing I was looking for . But it's not quite the color . " " Oh , look ! That was the one there . That is the sort of thing I was looking for . But it's not quite the color . "," That might be the artificial lighting , madam . Of course , if you could come back in daylight , you might find it ’ s exactly what you are looking for . " " That might be the artificial lighting , madam . Of course , if you could come back in daylight , you might find it ’ s exactly what you are looking for . "," There it is . That is the pattern ! The set behind you . Thank goodness , they haven't been sold . And thank you so much for being so patient with me . Yes , those are the ones . " I'd like to pick up my package . , Here is the notice . Here is the notice . ," Could you show me your ID , Please ? " " Could you show me your ID , Please ? "," Sure , here you are . " " Sure , here you are . "," A moment , please . " this party rocks ! ," you said it . Good beer , good music , and on top of that , there are so many hot girls here ! " " you said it . Good beer , good music , and on top of that , there are so many hot girls here ! ", I'm with you on that . Check out that one over there . I think I'm in love ! I'm with you on that . Check out that one over there . I think I'm in love ! ," well , she's alright , but not really my cup of tea . What about the blond with the red dress ? " " well , she's alright , but not really my cup of tea . What about the blond with the red dress ? "," oh , that's Janice . She's just new in town . You have a thing for blonds , eh ? " " oh , that's Janice . She's just new in town . You have a thing for blonds , eh ? ", yeah ! She could do anything she wants to me ! yeah ! She could do anything she wants to me ! , I bet . Why not go over and talk to her ? She's really nice . I bet . Why not go over and talk to her ? She's really nice . ," I don't think so . I get so nervous talking to girls . I always put my foot in my mouth , scare her off , and end up looking like a real fool . Besides , she is way out of my league . " " I don't think so . I get so nervous talking to girls . I always put my foot in my mouth , scare her off , and end up looking like a real fool . Besides , she is way out of my league . ", come on ! Man up ! You'll never know until you try . come on ! Man up ! You'll never know until you try . ," okay okay , just let me have another cup of beers to get my head in the game . " " okay okay , just let me have another cup of beers to get my head in the game . ", all right . But I think you ought to move soon . all right . But I think you ought to move soon . , why ? why ? , I can see five other guys eying her up . I can see five other guys eying her up . ," okay , here I go ! " " okay , here I go ! ", good luck ! "I opened my mail , found this eviction notice , and don ’ t know what to do with it . "," Actually , it is a 30 - day notice to vacate the premises . " " Actually , it is a 30 - day notice to vacate the premises . ", Just for being a few days late ? Just for being a few days late ? , This isn ’ t the first time you have been considerably late with the rent . I need to start the procedure to evict you . This isn ’ t the first time you have been considerably late with the rent . I need to start the procedure to evict you . , Are you taking my apartment away ? Are you taking my apartment away ? , This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent . This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent . , Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ? Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full ? ," You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments . " " You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent . Otherwise , I need to find someone who can make the payments . ", I will go write a check right now . I will go write a check right now . ," Thank you . I will need a cashier ’ s check or cash , please . " "Tom , I won first prize in the poetry contest . ", Come on ! You're pulling my leg . Come on ! You're pulling my leg . , Really ! Here's my trophy . Really ! Here's my trophy . , Wow ! Congratulations ! Is the environment a big issues in your country ? It is in mine . , It is in mine too.The biggest issue is water . The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important . It is in mine too.The biggest issue is water . The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important . , What methods do you use to conserve water ? What methods do you use to conserve water ? ," Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water . " " Water is rationed . We can only use a certain amount each month . It means that we cannot use some modern household items , like washing machines . They use too much water . ", I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution . I see . I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution . ," Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry . " " Yes , I agree . The air here is much more polluted than in my country . Of course , my country is more agricultural and has much less industry . "," We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced . " " We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years , but cars are still a major source of them . Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced . ", The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ’ t believe that any single country can do anything about it . The problem is now on a truly global scale . I don ’ t believe that any single country can do anything about it . , I think you ’ re right . There needs to be an international response to this problem . My German teacher thought it would be a good idea to have German pen friends to write to in German . , What a great idea ! Now you have a friendly audience to practice with ! What a great idea ! Now you have a friendly audience to practice with ! , The only thing is that my pen friend will be writing in English . The only thing is that my pen friend will be writing in English . ," Oh , he wants to practice his language skills , too . " " Oh , he wants to practice his language skills , too . ", That's right . And it's a B that I'll be writing too . Her name is Olga . That's right . And it's a B that I'll be writing too . Her name is Olga . , Maybe Olga can introduce you to some of her friends who can write to you in German and you can do the same for her with your friends to write her in English . Maybe Olga can introduce you to some of her friends who can write to you in German and you can do the same for her with your friends to write her in English . , That's a great idea ! Why didn't I think of that ? That's a great idea ! Why didn't I think of that ? ," I don't know , but you know how to surround yourself with great friends ! " "Hi Sarah , how are you ? "," Fine , how are you doing ? " " Fine , how are you doing ? ", OK . OK . , What do you want to do ? What do you want to do ? , I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something . I'm hungry . I'd like to eat something . , Where do you want to go ? Where do you want to go ? , I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant . I'd like to go to an Italian restaurant . , What kind of Italian food do you like ? What kind of Italian food do you like ? , I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ? I like spaghetti . Do you like spaghetti ? ," No , I don't , but I like pizza . " On Saturday night I ’ m going to have a small get-together . , Good . Good . , Would you like to come ? Would you like to come ? , Do you mean this Saturday ? Do you mean this Saturday ? ," Yes , this coming Saturday . " " Yes , this coming Saturday . "," Thanks for inviting me , Jack , but I ’ Ve already made plans for this weekend . I won ’ t be able to come , I ’ m afraid . " " Thanks for inviting me , Jack , but I ’ Ve already made plans for this weekend . I won ’ t be able to come , I ’ m afraid . ", I ’ m sorry to hear that . I ’ m sorry to hear that . ," Yeah , that ’ s too bad . " " Yeah , that ’ s too bad . "," Well , perhaps , another time . " "Morning , Tom ! What are you doing over there ? Learning to dance ? ", Can't you see ? I'm practicing tai chi ! Can't you see ? I'm practicing tai chi ! ," Oh , my goodness . I'm sorry . But I don't think tai chi is to be practiced like that . " " Oh , my goodness . I'm sorry . But I don't think tai chi is to be practiced like that . ", I'm just a beginner . Did my poses make me the butt of jokes ? I'm just a beginner . Did my poses make me the butt of jokes ? ," Well , they just look a bit funny . but far from making a laughing stock out of you . " " Well , they just look a bit funny . but far from making a laughing stock out of you . "," So , is there anything wrong with my strokes ? " " So , is there anything wrong with my strokes ? "," To begin with , you should keep your neck erect upward at any time . " " To begin with , you should keep your neck erect upward at any time . ", Like this ? Like this ? ," Good ! And then , the entire body . Never incline your body forward or backward . Take care to regulate the point of balance . Place it at your waist . " " Good ! And then , the entire body . Never incline your body forward or backward . Take care to regulate the point of balance . Place it at your waist . ", Did I do it right ? Did I do it right ? , No ! You should avoid sticking out your belly . Keep your hip steady . Don't swing . No ! You should avoid sticking out your belly . Keep your hip steady . Don't swing . , What should I do with my legs then ? What should I do with my legs then ? ," Oh , yes , things are quite different with the limbs . Keep your knees bent a little . Right , they should be rich in elasticity . Move slowly when you shift your centre of gravity from one leg to another . " " Oh , yes , things are quite different with the limbs . Keep your knees bent a little . Right , they should be rich in elasticity . Move slowly when you shift your centre of gravity from one leg to another . "," Fantastic ! I guess the same is true with the arms , right ? " " Fantastic ! I guess the same is true with the arms , right ? ", Exactly ! Move your arms in a relaxed manner . Well . don't stretch yourfingers stiffly . Just keep them in a natural shape . "Hello , Daisy , how are you doing ? "," Fine , thank you . I haven ’ t seen you for quite some time . What have you been up to recently ? " " Fine , thank you . I haven ’ t seen you for quite some time . What have you been up to recently ? "," I have been spending a lot of time watching movies at home , so you wouldn't have seen me . Recently , I've been obsessed with horror films . " " I have been spending a lot of time watching movies at home , so you wouldn't have seen me . Recently , I've been obsessed with horror films . "," Oh , how can you be infatuated with horror films ? They're so scary . " " Oh , how can you be infatuated with horror films ? They're so scary . "," Yeah , you are right I used to not watch horror films , but after seeing Silence of the Lamb with Mike last month , I fell in love with them . " " Yeah , you are right I used to not watch horror films , but after seeing Silence of the Lamb with Mike last month , I fell in love with them . "," It's amazing . But if I were you , I wouldn't have the courage to watch the first one . " " It's amazing . But if I were you , I wouldn't have the courage to watch the first one . ", But it's really exciting . But it's really exciting . ," Maybe , but I would rather watch romance , science fiction , crime or even disaster movie instead of a horror picture . I wouldn't dare sleep at night after watching one . " " Maybe , but I would rather watch romance , science fiction , crime or even disaster movie instead of a horror picture . I wouldn't dare sleep at night after watching one . ", Basically . you'll watch any type of movie except horror . Basically . you'll watch any type of movie except horror . , Yep . Yep . , I think you should have a try someday . Maybe you'll change your mind . I think you should have a try someday . Maybe you'll change your mind . ," Maybe . After all , I am grown up now . " I'd like to rent a car . ," May I see your driver's license , please ? " " May I see your driver's license , please ? ", Here is my international driver's license . What kinds of cars do you have ? Here is my international driver's license . What kinds of cars do you have ? ," We have Honda , Citroen and Toyota . Which make and model do you prefer ? " " We have Honda , Citroen and Toyota . Which make and model do you prefer ? ", I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ? I'll take the Citroen C2 . What is the rate for the car per day ? , The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ? The price is 60 euro per day . Do you want insurance ? ," Full coverage , please . " " Full coverage , please . ", That's an extra 10 euro a day . That's an extra 10 euro a day . , Do I have to fill up when I check in ? Do I have to fill up when I check in ? , Yes . He was hauled up last week for the second time . , You mean he had been put in prison before . You mean he had been put in prison before . ," Of course , he is a man with a history . " " Of course , he is a man with a history . "," Oh , he had fooled me . " Could I get some beef ? , What kind of beef would you like to get ? What kind of beef would you like to get ? , Ground beef would be fine . Ground beef would be fine . , How many pounds would you like ? How many pounds would you like ? , Four pounds is enough . Four pounds is enough . , What kind of ground beef do you want ? What kind of ground beef do you want ? , I'm going to need extra lean ground beef . I'm going to need extra lean ground beef . , I can get that for you . I can get that for you . , Thanks so much . Thanks so much . ," You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you . " " You're welcome , Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you . ", Thanks for everything . "Ben , what are you doing ? "," Well , I would say that I ’ m just drifting - - here , in the pool . " " Well , I would say that I ’ m just drifting - - here , in the pool . ", Why ? Why ? ," Well , it ’ s very comfortable just to drift here . " " Well , it ’ s very comfortable just to drift here . ", Have you thought about graduate school ? Have you thought about graduate school ? , No . No . , Would you mind telling me then — what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ? Would you mind telling me then — what were those four years of college for ? What was the point of all that hard work ? , You got me . You got me . ," Now listen , Ben . Look , I think it ’ s a very good thing that a young man — after he ’ s done some very good work — should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself , and lie around , and drink beer and so on . But after a few weeks I believe that person should want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass . " Would you like to travel ? ," Oh , yes . I often went on business trips in the past six years . " " Oh , yes . I often went on business trips in the past six years . ", How many languages can you speak in addition to your mother tongue ? How many languages can you speak in addition to your mother tongue ? ," I speak English and French in addition to my mother tongue , Chinese . " " I speak English and French in addition to my mother tongue , Chinese . ", That's fine . What salary do you get at your present position ? That's fine . What salary do you get at your present position ? ," My present monthly salary is $ 1,500 . " " My present monthly salary is $ 1,500 . "," We'll start you off with a base salary of $ 20,000 a year , with bonuses that can add up to $ 40,000 . A company car , and a company pension scheme . Is that acceptable to you ? " " We'll start you off with a base salary of $ 20,000 a year , with bonuses that can add up to $ 40,000 . A company car , and a company pension scheme . Is that acceptable to you ? ", I think so . I think so . ," Excellent . Well , thank you very much , Mr . B , and you'll be hearing from us in the next few days , either way . " " Excellent . Well , thank you very much , Mr . B , and you'll be hearing from us in the next few days , either way . "," Thank you . Mr . A , and I certainly hope the answer will be favorable . Goodbye . " Have you bought another handset ," No , it is the original one . " " No , it is the original one . "," This is silver gray , while I remember your handset was black . " " This is silver gray , while I remember your handset was black . ", I have changed a case for it . I have changed a case for it . , Can a handset case be changed ? Can a handset case be changed ? ," Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it . " " Of course . That's why I bought this type . I can change its case frequently , so it is novel to use it . ", How many cases are accessible ? How many cases are accessible ? ," There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all . " " There are two more , one is orange and the other is pink . I have bought them all . ", It's really going to be fresh all the time . I need to copy a document immediately . ," We have a copy machine in our computer lab , located on the first floor . " " We have a copy machine in our computer lab , located on the first floor . ", Great ! How much is it for a copy ? Great ! How much is it for a copy ? , The price per copy is ten cents . The price per copy is ten cents . , That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately . That sounds reasonable . I'll be down there immediately . ," There shouldn't be any long lines , sir . " It's very nice of you to invite me . ," I'm very glad you could come , Mr . Liu . Will you take a seat at the head of the table ? It's an informal dinner , please don't stand on ceremony ... Mr . Liu , would you like to have some chicken ? " " I'm very glad you could come , Mr . Liu . Will you take a seat at the head of the table ? It's an informal dinner , please don't stand on ceremony ... Mr . Liu , would you like to have some chicken ? ", Thank you . This is my first time to come to a Chinese restaurant . Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food ? Thank you . This is my first time to come to a Chinese restaurant . Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food ? ," Generally speaking , Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy , having a strong and hot taste . " " Generally speaking , Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy , having a strong and hot taste . "," Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste . " " Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared , delicious , and very palatable . They are very good in colour , flavour , and taste . "," Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ? " " Mr . Liu , would you care for another helping ? "," No more , thank you . I'm quite full . " " No more , thank you . I'm quite full . ", Did you enjoy the meal ? Did you enjoy the meal ? , It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner . It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time . It's such a rich dinner . , I'm so glad you like it . I'm so glad you like it . , Thank you very much for your hospitality . What ? Your diamond ring is lost ? ," Yeah , I just cannot find it anywhere . " " Yeah , I just cannot find it anywhere . ", It must have been stolen by the few thieves . I ’ ll get it back for you . It must have been stolen by the few thieves . I ’ ll get it back for you . , You are risking your neck . Don ’ t you know they have guns . How may I help you ? , I ’ m making a deposit today . I ’ m making a deposit today . , Cash or check ? Cash or check ? , I would like to deposit a check . I would like to deposit a check . , You need to sign the back . You need to sign the back . , Okay . Here you go . Okay . Here you go . , Would you like cash back ? Would you like cash back ? ," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . ", How much ? How much ? , Let me get $ 150 back . Let me get $ 150 back . , Here you go . Here you go . , Thank you . Have a good one . Good evening . Room Service . May I help you ? ," Yes . Please send one "" Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style "" and one "" Fruit Salad "" to my room . " " Yes . Please send one "" Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style "" and one "" Fruit Salad "" to my room . "," Anything to drink , sir ? " " Anything to drink , sir ? "," Yes , two bottles of beer . " " Yes , two bottles of beer . "," Is there any particular brand you like , sir ? " " Is there any particular brand you like , sir ? ", Carlsborg . Carlsborg . ," Yes , sir.Is there anything else you want , sir ? " " Yes , sir.Is there anything else you want , sir ? "," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ? May I know how many of you so that I could prepare the right set of tableware ? ," Yes , two of us . " " Yes , two of us . ", Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ? Excuse me . May I know your name and room number ? ," Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 . " " Yes , Bill Smith in Room 713 . "," So , that's one "" Fried Rice , Hangzhou Style "" , one "" Fruit Salad "" and two bottles of Carlsborg beer . We'll send them to your room in 20 minutes . " "Hi , Craig ! How are you ? ", Not so good . I have a terrible cold . Not so good . I have a terrible cold . , Really ? That's too bad ! You should be at home in bed . It's really important to get a lot of rest . Really ? That's too bad ! You should be at home in bed . It's really important to get a lot of rest . ," Yeah , you're right . " " Yeah , you're right . ", And have you taken anything for it ? And have you taken anything for it ? ," No , I haven't . " " No , I haven't . "," Well , it's helpful to chop up some garlic and cook it in chicken stock . Then drink a cup every half hour . It really works ! " " Well , it's helpful to chop up some garlic and cook it in chicken stock . Then drink a cup every half hour . It really works ! ", Ugh ! "Hit ' em high , hit ' em low . Class of ' 93 — let's go ! "," Hi there , everyone . We hope you're having a good night ! " " Hi there , everyone . We hope you're having a good night ! ", Wasn't that football game great ! I just knew we'd win ! Wasn't that football game great ! I just knew we'd win ! ," The night is young , folks . Get some food and mingle with those faces from yesterday . " " The night is young , folks . Get some food and mingle with those faces from yesterday . ", Later we'll let you know who the King and Queen of the Reunion will be . Later we'll let you know who the King and Queen of the Reunion will be . ," But for now , the band is playing the songs from our senior year . Get out on that dance floor ! " "Hi , Deny . Are still working ? "," Hi , Navy . Come in please . I'm just putting away on my books . " " Hi , Navy . Come in please . I'm just putting away on my books . "," So , you are leaving , aren't you ? " " So , you are leaving , aren't you ? "," yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow . " " yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow . ", How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you . How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you . , That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ? That's all right . I'm almost finished . Do you need my help ? ," Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ? " " Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ? ", All right I'll read it soon . All right I'll read it soon . , Excuse me for taking your time . Excuse me for taking your time . , Oh . It's nothing Navy . "Hey , Wen ! Welcome to D . C . ! Glad you came out to visit ! "," Thanks for inviting me . Actually , I've never been anywhere with so many black people before . It's different . " " Thanks for inviting me . Actually , I've never been anywhere with so many black people before . It's different . "," Howard is eighty percent black . But there are whites , and even Asians here . Thankfully , it's also coed . " " Howard is eighty percent black . But there are whites , and even Asians here . Thankfully , it's also coed . "," Great ! Is your , too ? " " Great ! Is your , too ? "," Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight . " " Sorry , nope . But the Alpha Phi Alpha's are throwing a party tonight . "," That's a black fraternity , right ? So we should see some dancing ! " Hi . I need a wake-up call tomorrow . , What time would you like your wake-up call ? What time would you like your wake-up call ? ," I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . " " I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . "," That is no problem at all , of course . You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen . " " That is no problem at all , of course . You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen . "," Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please . " " Then again , I think 7 fifteen is too early . Change 7 fifteen to 7 thirty , please . "," So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty.Do you have any other requests ? " " So , that'll be a call at 7 and another at 7 thirty.Do you have any other requests ? "," Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring . " " Not just now , but if I do think of something later , I'll give you a ring . "," Okay , sir . Sleep well . " I was really glad to hear about your promotion . Congratulations ! ," Thanks , Jane . I was really surprised . I mean there were a lot of qualified people out there . " " Thanks , Jane . I was really surprised . I mean there were a lot of qualified people out there . "," Sure , but the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it ! " " Sure , but the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it ! ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , You are always responsible and careful . You are always responsible and careful . ," Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work ! " " Jane , I appreciate it very much . I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon , too . You've been doing some great work ! "," Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ? " " Thank you . I'll try my best . By the way , when do you take over the new position ? ", Next month . Next month . , So what are you responsible for ? So what are you responsible for ? , I'm going to manage the whole accounts department . I'm going to manage the whole accounts department . , So you must get higher pay than before . So you must get higher pay than before . ," Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan . " " Yes , the company will also give me a prize of 1,000 Yuan . "," 1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ... " " 1,000 Yuan ? That's great ! So ... "," OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat . " " OK , I know what you mean . It's my treat . ", Really ? Can I order anything I want ? Really ? Can I order anything I want ? , Of course . Let's go . What's for lunch ? , Pork chops . We're going to have to postpone the meeting . , Why ? Why ? , Mr . Chen can't make it today . "Honey , have you all packed ? ", Almost ready . I am making a double check . Almost ready . I am making a double check . , It is cold on the mountain . Have you packed the windshelled clothes and bodywarmers ? It is cold on the mountain . Have you packed the windshelled clothes and bodywarmers ? , Of course . And I have also packed two umbrellas just in case of raining . Of course . And I have also packed two umbrellas just in case of raining . , You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ? You are so thoughtful . Do you think our tent will be working well ? , Of course . I just bought it last year . Of course . I just bought it last year . , What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ? What about our mobile phones and cameras ? Did you charge them last night ? ," Yes , I did . Don't worry . " " Yes , I did . Don't worry . ", Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us . Good . We should tell our neighbour that they can call the police if some emergency happens to us . ," Yes . You think a lot , too . " "Smith is always careless , it is his Achilles ’ s heel . ", He would get very angry if anyone criticized him . He would get very angry if anyone criticized him . , He will burn his fingers . He will burn his fingers . , If only he knew it . "I hate to say goodbye , but it's late . "," Can't you stay for a little bit longer , it's only 8 . " " Can't you stay for a little bit longer , it's only 8 . ", I wish I could.But I'm afraid I can't . I've got some serious studying to do . I have to go . I wish I could.But I'm afraid I can't . I've got some serious studying to do . I have to go . , OK.See you on Today . OK.See you on Today . , See you on Moday.Have a great weekend . See you on Moday.Have a great weekend . , You too.Thanks for dropping in . Can I help you ? , I would like to check in . Here are my ticket and baggage . I would like to check in . Here are my ticket and baggage . ," I am sorry , sir . Your baggage is 2kg overweight.You have to pay extra money for it . " " I am sorry , sir . Your baggage is 2kg overweight.You have to pay extra money for it . "," Well , can I put something in this handbag ? " " Well , can I put something in this handbag ? ", Sure . Now it's all right . Here is your boarding pass and label . Have a nice trip . "Good morning , may I help you ? "," Good morning . I want to remit 1,000 yuan to my sister in Shanghai . " " Good morning . I want to remit 1,000 yuan to my sister in Shanghai . ", Please fill out this form . Please fill out this form . , OK ... Do I need to put on my sister's name for the receiver ? OK ... Do I need to put on my sister's name for the receiver ? , Yes . You must put on her name and address . Yes . You must put on her name and address . ," OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ? " " OK , I see . Here you are . Is that OK now ? "," Let me check . Yes . Your 1,000 remittance , please . " " Let me check . Yes . Your 1,000 remittance , please . ", Here you are . What is the rate ? Here you are . What is the rate ? , This rate is one percent . That will be 10 yuan . This rate is one percent . That will be 10 yuan . , OK . When will this remittance arrive ? OK . When will this remittance arrive ? , Generally it will arrive within three days . Generally it will arrive within three days . , That's good . "So that concludes the introduction . Now let's move to the first part of my talk , which is about 2006 fiscal year marketing plan . So first , right off the bat , When looking at the marketing plan , tell me some of the goals that we had set this year to begin with ... "," We wanted to appeal to a younger set of consumers and also , in line with that goal , redo our image ... " " We wanted to appeal to a younger set of consumers and also , in line with that goal , redo our image ... "," That's correct . If you remember , we also set a goal to double distribution in overseas markets . Now , when looking at the data to evaluate whether or not we made our goals , there are three things to consider . First , the original condition of the market , second , our marketing numbers from the previous year , and third , our final sales figures for this year . Now I want to describe for you the second and third parts . If you look at the overhead , you'll see a graph ... The blue line represents our sales from the year 2005 , the red line is the sales in 2006 ... As you can see , our sales in 2005 were quite slow to start off with , but managed to make decent performance in the last part of the year . On the other hand , you can see this year's sales took off like a rocket . " Don't you think all of the money goes to the ads and we have nothing to read . , But newspapers do get some extra income by offering space for ads . But newspapers do get some extra income by offering space for ads . , Extra income.They can get rich with sheer ads . Even with volume sales our costs for the Exec User won't go down much . , Just what are you proposing ? Just what are you proposing ? , We could take a cut on the price . But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin . We suggest a compromise 10 % . We could take a cut on the price . But 25 % would reduce much our profit margin . We suggest a compromise 10 % . , That's a big change from 25 % ! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit . Any other ideas ? That's a big change from 25 % ! 10 % is beyond my negotiating limit . Any other ideas ? , I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ? I don't think I can change it right now . Why don't we talk again tomorrow ? , Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this . Sure . I have to talk to my office anyway . I hope we can find some common ground on this . ," Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else . " " Robert , I have been instructed to reject the numbers you proposed , but we can try to come up with something else . "," I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground . " " I hope so , Dana . My instructions are to negotiate hard on this deal , but I'm trying very hard to reach some middle ground . "," I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % . " " I understand . We propose a structured deal . For the first six months , we get a discount of 20 % and the next six months we get 15 % . "," Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat . " " Dana . I can't bring those numbers back to my office , they'll turn it down flat . "," Then you'll have to think of something better , Robert . " "May , we are fools to hang out at noon . It's dying hot today . My skin is too weak to be exposed under the summer sun . ", Do you have any sunscreen lotion ? Do you have any sunscreen lotion ? ," You know , honey , I used it all on the way over . " " You know , honey , I used it all on the way over . ", I think I'm getting a heart stroke . I think I'm getting a heart stroke . , The heat is driving crazy and I hate my new hat . The heat is driving crazy and I hate my new hat . ," Why ? It's brand new , and it's perfect on you . " " Why ? It's brand new , and it's perfect on you . ", But I bought it to get rid of the heat . Now it does nothing but burning my head . But I bought it to get rid of the heat . Now it does nothing but burning my head . ," Beauty costs , honey . " " Beauty costs , honey . "," Laugh all you want , whatever . We need to get out of the heat . " " Laugh all you want , whatever . We need to get out of the heat . ", Walking under the sun is certainly not the way . Walking under the sun is certainly not the way . , Give me a break . It's not funny . Give me a break . It's not funny . ," Right . Sorry . Anyway , the radio said that it'll rain later today . " " Right . Sorry . Anyway , the radio said that it'll rain later today . ", Hope so ! Good thing is that autumn is just around the corner . "Is there anything else , apart from the Credit Rating and Debt to Asset Ratio ? ", There is the Balance of Net Liabilities . This must not exceed its net assets and no business loss can be shown during the past two years . There is the Balance of Net Liabilities . This must not exceed its net assets and no business loss can be shown during the past two years . ," Right , OK . That , again , shouldn't be a problem . " " Right , OK . That , again , shouldn't be a problem . "," And the total ratio of return on assets should not be lower than the average , for that particular industry , for the first two quarters of the year . " " And the total ratio of return on assets should not be lower than the average , for that particular industry , for the first two quarters of the year . "," Well , as far as I can tell , we qualify . " " Well , as far as I can tell , we qualify . "," Of course we will need proof , originals and duplicate of everything . As soon as you bring in the proof and we assess it , it should be very quick indeed . " "Mr . Green , I ’ d like to introduce you to Mr . Brown . "," How do you do , Mr . Brown ? It ’ s a pleasure to get to know you . " " How do you do , Mr . Brown ? It ’ s a pleasure to get to know you . "," My pleasure , Mr . Green . I look forward to an excellent relationship with your company . " " My pleasure , Mr . Green . I look forward to an excellent relationship with your company . ", I propose a toast to the health of everyone here and to the success of our negotiation . I propose a toast to the health of everyone here and to the success of our negotiation . ," Okay , let ’ s make a toast . " What is your great struck ? ," I think I ’ m very good at planning . I manage my time perfectly , so that I can always get things done on time . " " I think I ’ m very good at planning . I manage my time perfectly , so that I can always get things done on time . ", Why do you think you be a good fit or this job ? Why do you think you be a good fit or this job ? , Because I ’ m very competent in this area . Because I ’ m very competent in this area . , Can you working under pressure ? Can you working under pressure ? ," Yes , I work well under pressure and find it dimly . However , I believe planning and probable management of my time can reduce tight deadlines . " " Yes , I work well under pressure and find it dimly . However , I believe planning and probable management of my time can reduce tight deadlines . ", Are you more a follower or a leader ? Are you more a follower or a leader ? ," I don ’ t try to go ahead of people and lead them , I ’ d rather cooperate with everybody else and get the job done by working together . " does your family have a record of your ancestors ? , sure . My mom has been working on our family tree for years . She ’ s always updating it . sure . My mom has been working on our family tree for years . She ’ s always updating it . , do you have a copy of your family tree in your house ? I ’ d love to see it . do you have a copy of your family tree in your house ? I ’ d love to see it . ," I can show it to you now , if you like . I think it goes back about 8 generations so far . " " I can show it to you now , if you like . I think it goes back about 8 generations so far . ", that ’ s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ? that ’ s amazing . Do you have a large extended family ? , I ’ Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ’ s side and 10 cousins on my dad ’ s side . I ’ Ve got 30 cousins on my mom ’ s side and 10 cousins on my dad ’ s side . , are you very close to your first-cousins ? are you very close to your first-cousins ? ," the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ’ m older , I don ’ t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ’ t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones . " " the ones that are my age are close relatives . Now that I ’ m older , I don ’ t spend as much time with them as I used to , so I don ’ t know my younger cousins as well as the older ones . ", I see . who ’ s the head of your household ? I see . who ’ s the head of your household ? ," it ’ s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family . " " it ’ s definitely my mother . And , her mother is definitely the matriarch of the bigger family . ", that ’ s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ? that ’ s interesting . What does your grandfather think of your step-mother ? ," at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ’ Ve been married for a few years , she ’ s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother . " " at first , she was quite critical of her , but now that they ’ Ve been married for a few years , she ’ s starting to accept the fact that my father divorced my mother . "," that ’ s pretty much how you feel about your step-mother . Like grandmother , like grandson . " It's awfully hot . , You can say that again . "Hello , I'm looking for a shop that sells inexpensive cashmere sweaters . ", Have you tried an outlet ? Have you tried an outlet ? , Why didn't I think of that ? Why didn't I think of that ? , Many of my friends shop at outlets . Many of my friends shop at outlets . , Thanks . That is a good suggestion . Thanks . That is a good suggestion . , I'm only too happy to help . Personnel . May I help you ? ," Hi , could I speak to Nancy please ? " " Hi , could I speak to Nancy please ? ", This is she . Paul ? This is she . Paul ? ," Yeah , it ’ s me . Can you give me a lift after work ? " Dental clinic . This is Mr . Adams . , Hi . My name's David Johnson . I'd like to make an appointment . Hi . My name's David Johnson . I'd like to make an appointment . ," All right , David . Is this for a checkup or a cleaning ? " " All right , David . Is this for a checkup or a cleaning ? ", A checkup . I think I have a bad cavity . Half the side of my head hurts . A checkup . I think I have a bad cavity . Half the side of my head hurts . , What tooth is giving you pain ? What tooth is giving you pain ? , One of the back ones . One of the back ones . , Let me see ... We can see you this afternoon if you can come in at four thirty . I'll never ever work together with him ! , What happened ? Quarrel again ? What happened ? Quarrel again ? , Will you take my materials back from him for me ? Please ! Will you take my materials back from him for me ? Please ! , Don't ask me . I don't wanna be involved in your quarrel . "Hi , good to see you . What can we assist you with today ? Going away on business again ? "," Yes , I'm off again at the beginning of next week . I need to get some Traveller's Cheques . " " Yes , I'm off again at the beginning of next week . I need to get some Traveller's Cheques . "," We do always recommend people take Traveller's Cheques when travelling overseas . The world is a dangerous place nowadays , you never know . " " We do always recommend people take Traveller's Cheques when travelling overseas . The world is a dangerous place nowadays , you never know . "," Sure . At least if I do get robbed , heaven forbid , I can get my money back using the traveller's cheques insurance . Once , when I was travelling in France , I was pick-pocketed and not only did you replace my Traveller's Cheques for free , you also did it extremely quickly and easily . " "Sandy , can you help me contact these people ? "," Sure , what do you want me to tell them ? " " Sure , what do you want me to tell them ? "," Well , I need to confirm the time of their classes . " " Well , I need to confirm the time of their classes . "," Ok , where can I find their telephone number ? " " Ok , where can I find their telephone number ? ", They are all listed here on this sheet of paper . They are all listed here on this sheet of paper . ," Is it their home , office or cell phone numbers ? " " Is it their home , office or cell phone numbers ? "," Unless it ’ s marked differently , it ’ s their home numbers . " " Unless it ’ s marked differently , it ’ s their home numbers . ", Alright . What if I can ’ t get a hold of them by phone ? Alright . What if I can ’ t get a hold of them by phone ? ," Then , you should e-mail them with the information . " " Then , you should e-mail them with the information . ", Where can I find their e-mail addresses ? Where can I find their e-mail addresses ? , They should have then listed on their resumes . They should have then listed on their resumes . , And if there aren ’ t any e-mail addresses ? And if there aren ’ t any e-mail addresses ? , Then send them a SMS on their cell phone . Then send them a SMS on their cell phone . , Ok . That sounds easy enough . Have you called any of them yet ? Ok . That sounds easy enough . Have you called any of them yet ? ," Yes . I called the first three people on the list , but they didn ’ t pick up . " " Yes . I called the first three people on the list , but they didn ’ t pick up . ", Did you leave a voice message ? Did you leave a voice message ? , I left a voice message on one---just for the first person on the list . I left a voice message on one---just for the first person on the list . , I see . What did you tell her ? I see . What did you tell her ? , I told her that she should call me back at my office number . I told her that she should call me back at my office number . ," Ok , so , maybe I should call her again . " " Ok , so , maybe I should call her again . "," Yes , that sounds like a good idea . She might not get the other message in time . " " Yes , that sounds like a good idea . She might not get the other message in time . ", One more question . It looks like some of these numbers are long-distance . Do you have a calling card that I can use to get through to them ? One more question . It looks like some of these numbers are long-distance . Do you have a calling card that I can use to get through to them ? , Sure . You can use this one . The pin number is written on the back of the card . Sure . You can use this one . The pin number is written on the back of the card . , Alright . Thanks a lot . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll take care of it . Alright . Thanks a lot . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll take care of it . , Great work . I ’ m off for the weekend ! See you on Monday . Great work . I ’ m off for the weekend ! See you on Monday . , See you . How would you like this order shipped ? , Send it by the fastest way . Send it by the fastest way . , Are you going to ship this by air ? That might cost a little more . Are you going to ship this by air ? That might cost a little more . , How much ? How much ? , I'll check the costs and call you back . I'll check the costs and call you back . , OK . Any new ideas on the Mr . Fro case ? How can we give this motor oil a new brand identity ? , Let me get my morning coffee to get my brain working again . Let me get my morning coffee to get my brain working again . ," I could use one , too . I'm still burnt out from that last cigarette ad campaign . " " I could use one , too . I'm still burnt out from that last cigarette ad campaign . "," As long as the foam on my macchiato's not burnt , too , I'll be alright for a while . You got your espresso , Jess ? " "Allan , I am really disappointed by your lack of effort on this project . "," Look , Sally . I ’ Ve put just as much work into this as anybody else . " " Look , Sally . I ’ Ve put just as much work into this as anybody else . "," No , I ’ m sorry . I disagree . I don ’ t think you ’ Ve been working at full speed at all . " " No , I ’ m sorry . I disagree . I don ’ t think you ’ Ve been working at full speed at all . ", Well . I ’ m sorry you feel that way . What can I do for you ? , I need to make a deposit . I need to make a deposit . , Are you depositing cash or a check ? Are you depositing cash or a check ? , I ’ m depositing a check . I ’ m depositing a check . , Please sign the back of the check . Please sign the back of the check . , There you go . There you go . , Do you want cash back ? Do you want cash back ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", How much cash would you like ? How much cash would you like ? , I want $ 150 . I want $ 150 . , Here ’ s your $ 150 . Here ’ s your $ 150 . ," Thank you , and have a nice day . " Could you give me some advice on how to bring up my son properly ? ," He's a bright boy , isn't he ? " " He's a bright boy , isn't he ? ", But he always wimps out of difficulty . But he always wimps out of difficulty . ," Don't worry , he'll make good progress step by step . " How can we get in touch with you ? , Please call me or send e-mail . Could you please let me know when your organization can make a decision ? Please call me or send e-mail . Could you please let me know when your organization can make a decision ? , About one week . About one week . , I really appreciate your time and help . See you then . "Hello , Tony . Fancy meeting you here . How are things going with you ? "," Not too bad , thanks . And you ? " " Not too bad , thanks . And you ? ", Pretty good ! How are your parents these days ? Pretty good ! How are your parents these days ? ," Oh , they are fine . They are enjoying their retirement . " " Oh , they are fine . They are enjoying their retirement . "," Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go . " " Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Well , I am going to a football match . I need to go . ", Say hi to your family for me . Say hi to your family for me . ," Thanks , I will , byebye ! " "Can you recognize that woman , Millie ? "," I think I can , Kate . It must be Karen Marsh , the actress . " " I think I can , Kate . It must be Karen Marsh , the actress . ", I thought so . Who ’ s that beside her ? I thought so . Who ’ s that beside her ? , That must be Conrad Reeves . That must be Conrad Reeves . ," Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ’ t be . Let me have another look . I think you ’ re right ! Isn ’ t he her third husband ? " " Conrad Reeves , the actor ? It can ’ t be . Let me have another look . I think you ’ re right ! Isn ’ t he her third husband ? "," No , He must be her fourth or fifth . " " No , He must be her fourth or fifth . ", Doesn ’ t Karen Marsh look old ! Doesn ’ t Karen Marsh look old ! ," She does , doesn ’ t she ! I read she ’ s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty . " " She does , doesn ’ t she ! I read she ’ s twenty-nine , but she must be at least forty . ", I ’ m sure she is . I ’ m sure she is . , She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl . She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl . ," That was a long time ago , wasn ’ t it ? " " That was a long time ago , wasn ’ t it ? ", Not that long ago ! I ’ m not more than twenty-nine myself . What do you think of shopping ? , I don't mind shopping for food and other daily needs . I don't mind shopping for food and other daily needs . , What do you think of big department store ? What do you think of big department store ? ," It's fun walking around them , but their displays are so good I'm tempted to buy things I don't really need . " Did you hear the good news ? ," No , I haven't . " " No , I haven't . ", I got a promotion at my job . I got a promotion at my job . , Did you really ? Did you really ? ," Seriously , I am so excited . " " Seriously , I am so excited . "," Well , congratulations . " " Well , congratulations . ", Thank you . Thank you . , I'm so happy for you . I'm so happy for you . , Really ? Really ? , Yes . You really deserved this . Yes . You really deserved this . , You think so ? You think so ? , Yes . Good for you . Did you see the news today ? , I haven't had a chance to see it . I haven't had a chance to see it . ," You know about the blackout last night , right ? " " You know about the blackout last night , right ? ", The lights were out everywhere . The lights were out everywhere . , A bunch of people went looting last night . A bunch of people went looting last night . , They what ? They what ? , They took full advantage of the lights being out . They took full advantage of the lights being out . , That's crazy . That's crazy . , The news reported that four stores were broken into . The news reported that four stores were broken into . , Were the looters found ? Were the looters found ? , The police don't know who did it . The police don't know who did it . , I hope this doesn't happen again . Hello . Did you enjoy the tour of our new premises ? ," Yes , I did indeed . But , could you tell me what exactly the ' Priority Service Room ' is used for ? " " Yes , I did indeed . But , could you tell me what exactly the ' Priority Service Room ' is used for ? "," Of course . As we provide many different services for all of our valued customers , we like to give than a special place to do their business with us . " " Of course . As we provide many different services for all of our valued customers , we like to give than a special place to do their business with us . ", I think of myself as a valued customer . What services can you offer me ? I think of myself as a valued customer . What services can you offer me ? , There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances . There are all kinds of deposit services and also the calculations of the interest . It's specific to different accounts and different circumstances . , Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ? Right . Is there anything else that can be done there ? ," There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ... " " There's information on deposit or loan rates , exchange rates ... ", The list goes on and on ! The list goes on and on ! ," Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management . " " Yes , it sure does . And with our new premises , we have new services . We can provide 24 - hour support for your Wealth Management . "," So , I can talk to my Personal Banker 24/7 . That's really thoughtful of you . And I have to say , I love the new look of the bank . " I came in to see how my home inspection went . ," First of all , I need to share what the purpose of a home inspection is . Do you understand what I was doing there ? " " First of all , I need to share what the purpose of a home inspection is . Do you understand what I was doing there ? "," I had a home inspection before , but didn ’ t really understand it . " " I had a home inspection before , but didn ’ t really understand it . ", I help you spot potential problems with the home before you purchase it . I help you spot potential problems with the home before you purchase it . ," The owner said that the roof had leaked , but that he got it fixed last month . " " The owner said that the roof had leaked , but that he got it fixed last month . "," Sellers aren ’ t really all that objective . They may have gotten used to a leaky faucet , but it is still broken . " " Sellers aren ’ t really all that objective . They may have gotten used to a leaky faucet , but it is still broken . ", Are the sellers responsible for fixing the problems with the house ? Are the sellers responsible for fixing the problems with the house ? ," The owners may wish to pay to have the problems fixed , or maybe the price of the house can be reduced . " " The owners may wish to pay to have the problems fixed , or maybe the price of the house can be reduced . ", Did you find a lot of things wrong during the home inspection ? Did you find a lot of things wrong during the home inspection ? , The house has a very outdated electrical system . Many of the switches and outlets do not work and are unsafe . Could you tell me where you put all the pots and pans ? , They ’ re in the cabinet next to the sink . They ’ re in the cabinet next to the sink . ," Where do you keep the dishes , Baker ? " " Where do you keep the dishes , Baker ? ", They ’ re in the cabinet above the dishwasher . They ’ re in the cabinet above the dishwasher . , And the forks and spoons ? And the forks and spoons ? , They ’ re in that drawer . They ’ re in that drawer . ," OK , I know . Would you please help me clean the kitchen ? " " OK , I know . Would you please help me clean the kitchen ? ", No problem . I still have a question to ask you . , It's my pleasure ! It's my pleasure ! , How much luggage can I take for my flight ? How much luggage can I take for my flight ? , It is allowed to carry 55 pounds for each passenger . It is allowed to carry 55 pounds for each passenger . ," But if I have more than 55 pounds , what can I do ? " " But if I have more than 55 pounds , what can I do ? ", You will have to pay some for every extra pound . You will have to pay some for every extra pound . , How about my hand carry luggage ? How about my hand carry luggage ? ," You can bring one , if you want to . " "Ms Anderson , my name is Mike . I am Division Chief of ABC Company . Welcome to Toronto . ", Thank you . It's a pleasure to meet you . Thank you . It's a pleasure to meet you . ," A pleasure meeting you as well , the flowers are for you . " " A pleasure meeting you as well , the flowers are for you . "," Thank you , they are beautiful . " Finally we're on board ! , Yes . It was so crowded . I'm worn-out . Let's find our seats . Yes . It was so crowded . I'm worn-out . Let's find our seats . , Are they window seats or aisle seats ? Are they window seats or aisle seats ? ," Let me see ... yes , one window seat and one aisle . " " Let me see ... yes , one window seat and one aisle . ", Ok . But can I trade my seat with you ? I prefer the one near the window . I'm a terrible flyer . I always get airsick and can never relax until after I've landed . Ok . But can I trade my seat with you ? I prefer the one near the window . I'm a terrible flyer . I always get airsick and can never relax until after I've landed . , That's fine . I'd like to be on the aisle anyway . It's easier to get in and out . That's fine . I'd like to be on the aisle anyway . It's easier to get in and out . , Thanks . Where shall we put our luggage ? Thanks . Where shall we put our luggage ? ," I think the smaller carry-on bag can go in the overhead compartment , and the others can go under the seat . " " I think the smaller carry-on bag can go in the overhead compartment , and the others can go under the seat . ", Good idea . Good idea . , Don't forget to keep the seat belt on . Don't forget to keep the seat belt on . , Ok . Hope it's a pleasant trip . Ok . Hope it's a pleasant trip . , Yes ! Yes ! , And no hijackers . And no hijackers . ," Oh , you have too wild of an imagination . " Aren't you Jim Green ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", I believe we met at a concert last year . I'm Taylor . I believe we met at a concert last year . I'm Taylor . ," Oh , yes . I remember . " What dances do you like ? , I love to dance the fast music . I love to dance the fast music . , Then you must be interested in disco . Then you must be interested in disco . ," Yes , it's my favorite . " " Yes , it's my favorite . "," Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance . " " Oh , it's a disco . Let's dance . ", You're a good dancer . You're a good dancer . , Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ? Thank you . Now they are playing a rumba . Would you have a try ? , Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance . Sorry . I feel like sitting out the next dance . , OK . Let's get something to drink . OK . Let's get something to drink . , Good idea . Could we borrow the company van for a fundraiser this weekend ? , That would be a possibility . Where is this fundraiser taking place ? That would be a possibility . Where is this fundraiser taking place ? , It is in the hotel ballroom down the street . It is in the hotel ballroom down the street . , Do you need it for the whole weekend ? Do you need it for the whole weekend ? , We will need it for both days . We will need it for both days . , We will need to know who will be driving the van . We will need to know who will be driving the van . , The van will be driven by Mary and me . The van will be driven by Mary and me . , It needs to be back on Sunday night . Can you arrange for that ? It needs to be back on Sunday night . Can you arrange for that ? ," Oh yeah , no problem . Would you mind if we borrowed a few of the chairs from the lunchroom . " " Oh yeah , no problem . Would you mind if we borrowed a few of the chairs from the lunchroom . ", Just keep track of everything and get it all back where you took it from by Sunday evening . What do you want for your birthday from your parents ? , I don't know . Maybe a pair of new shoes . I don't know . Maybe a pair of new shoes . , Why don't you ask them to buy you a PC ? You will soon use it at college . Why don't you ask them to buy you a PC ? You will soon use it at college . , That's a dandy idea . Thank you for reminding me . "Hi , Martin . I ’ Ve been looking for you all morning . ", What ’ s up ? What ’ s up ? , I want to say goodbye . I ’ m leaving for America tomorrow . I want to say goodbye . I ’ m leaving for America tomorrow . , America ? Did you get admit to MIT ? America ? Did you get admit to MIT ? , Yes . Yes . , Congratulations ! Susan . I ’ m so happy for you . Congratulations ! Susan . I ’ m so happy for you . , Thank you . Thank you . , Really going to miss you . Really going to miss you . , Me too . I ’ ll write to you once I get settled . But I have so much to do . You might have to wait a while . But I really will write to you . I love to write letters . I think it ’ s more meaning than the emails even than the phone call . Me too . I ’ ll write to you once I get settled . But I have so much to do . You might have to wait a while . But I really will write to you . I love to write letters . I think it ’ s more meaning than the emails even than the phone call . , Ok . Take care . Have a nice journey . Ok . Take care . Have a nice journey . , Thank you . Thank you . , Look after yourself . Bye . Look after yourself . Bye . , Bye . "Good evening , sir . Welcome to the Comfort Inn . "," Hello . I have a reservation , under the name Lee , Leo Lee . " " Hello . I have a reservation , under the name Lee , Leo Lee . ", Mmmm . I ’ m not sure if we have you down here . How do you spell your last name ? Mmmm . I ’ m not sure if we have you down here . How do you spell your last name ? , It ’ s L-e-e . It ’ s L-e-e . ," Oh , right . You ’ re in our system . I was just looking under Li . So , we ’ Ve got you down for a Business Suite for three days . If I could just have your credit card , I ’ ll process your check-in while " " Oh , right . You ’ re in our system . I was just looking under Li . So , we ’ Ve got you down for a Business Suite for three days . If I could just have your credit card , I ’ ll process your check-in while ", You mean I have to pay now ? You mean I have to pay now ? ," Oh no , we just make an impression of your card using our credit card machine . It ’ s in lieu of a deposit . If everything is OK when you check out , we give it back to you then . It ’ s pretty sta " " Oh no , we just make an impression of your card using our credit card machine . It ’ s in lieu of a deposit . If everything is OK when you check out , we give it back to you then . It ’ s pretty sta ", I see . I guess you can tell I don ’ t travel much . I see . I guess you can tell I don ’ t travel much . ," ( later ) Here ’ s your card , sir . You ’ re all checked in . let me just tell you about a few of our services . We have free breakfast in the lounge from 7:00- 9:00 . You call the receptionist to arrange " How are you ? , I'm fine thanks . How about you ? I'm fine thanks . How about you ? , I'm okay . What are you doing these days ? I'm okay . What are you doing these days ? ," Not a lot , actually . Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia . I may have to go to KL in a few weeks . " " Not a lot , actually . Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia . I may have to go to KL in a few weeks . ", That's great . When are you starting ? That's great . When are you starting ? , Probably in a week or two . I'll let you know . I made my little brother cry . , Shame on you ! "Gongshan Development Co . , Ltd.may I help you ? "," I'd like to speak your export manager , please . " " I'd like to speak your export manager , please . "," May I ask who's calling , please ? " " May I ask who's calling , please ? "," This is Mrs Wang , from Jane coper . " " This is Mrs Wang , from Jane coper . "," I'm sorry Mrs wang , but Mrs Fu is not in at the moment . " " I'm sorry Mrs wang , but Mrs Fu is not in at the moment . "," When will he come back , do you know ? " " When will he come back , do you know ? ", As suppose you reback at 10 As suppose you reback at 10 , May I leave message ? May I leave message ? , Of course . Of course . , Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he return . he has my number . Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he return . he has my number . ," Ok , Mrs wang . I'll do that . " " Ok , Mrs wang . I'll do that . ", thank you . goodbye . "Management is going through a big turnover these days . With Bill's retirement , and department realignment , we have lost about 1/3 of our managerial staff . They've been dropping like flies ... "," Isn't that a good thing ? Having fewer bosses means having less stress , don't you think ? " " Isn't that a good thing ? Having fewer bosses means having less stress , don't you think ? "," Actually , I don't think so . Supervisors are really important to make sure everything goes smoothly in the workplace . They are necessary for divvying up work and disciplining employees . If there is no one to keep an eye on us , no one would get any work done . You know what they say , when the cat's away , the mice play . " " Actually , I don't think so . Supervisors are really important to make sure everything goes smoothly in the workplace . They are necessary for divvying up work and disciplining employees . If there is no one to keep an eye on us , no one would get any work done . You know what they say , when the cat's away , the mice play . "," You're right , we do need leadership . But what we don't need is too many people to lead us . You know what they say about too many chiefs and not enough Indians ... " " You're right , we do need leadership . But what we don't need is too many people to lead us . You know what they say about too many chiefs and not enough Indians ... ", Alright ... I get your point . Mary likes mountain climbing . , What ? No kidding ! What ? No kidding ! ," Yes , she's a professional climber . " " Yes , she's a professional climber . ", I can't believe it ! Where is my back pack ? , I don't know . Where did you leave it ? I don't know . Where did you leave it ? ," I just put it on the chair a while ago , but now it's gone . " " I just put it on the chair a while ago , but now it's gone . ", Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Of course , I am sure . I bet someone stole it . " " Of course , I am sure . I bet someone stole it . "," Well , you should have kept an eye on it . " Can I borrow these magazines ? ," Fill in the slip , then take it to the circulation desk . They will get you what you want . " " Fill in the slip , then take it to the circulation desk . They will get you what you want . ", Are we allowed to go into the stacks to look for books ? Are we allowed to go into the stacks to look for books ? ," Sorry , the stacks are closed to undergraduate students . " So will you back me up if things get ugly with Elvin ? , I will if you tell me how you're so sure that we're going to come out on top . I will if you tell me how you're so sure that we're going to come out on top . , We just will.Trust me on that . We just will.Trust me on that . ," After what you did , I don't know how hard Elvin's going to work to meet your deadline . " " After what you did , I don't know how hard Elvin's going to work to meet your deadline . ", He'll do it . He's too proud not to . He'll do it . He's too proud not to . ," You've got everyone figured out , don't you ? " " You've got everyone figured out , don't you ? "," Yes , I do . Everyone . " What kind of breakfast do you want ? , Is there any difference ? Is there any difference ? ," Yes , a continental one contains eggs , bacon , toast and juice . American one is the same as a continental one except the egg . " " Yes , a continental one contains eggs , bacon , toast and juice . American one is the same as a continental one except the egg . ", I think I would like the former one . Is there any ticket left for tonight's concert ? ," I am sorry , sir.All the tickets have been sold out . " " I am sorry , sir.All the tickets have been sold out . ", What a shame . Will there be the same performance tomorrow evening ? What a shame . Will there be the same performance tomorrow evening ? ," Sorry , sir . The only tickets of the same performance available are on 21st . " " Sorry , sir . The only tickets of the same performance available are on 21st . ", That's fine . I want 2 tickets . What can I do for you ? , I would like to use the copy machine . I would like to use the copy machine . , The machine is over there . The machine is over there . , Do I have to pay to use the machine ? Do I have to pay to use the machine ? ," Yes , you will have to pay to use it . " " Yes , you will have to pay to use it . ", How much ? How much ? , It costs ten cents a copy . It costs ten cents a copy . , Am I limited to a certain number of copies ? Am I limited to a certain number of copies ? , You can copy as much as you ’ d like . You can copy as much as you ’ d like . , Could you show me how to use the copier ? Could you show me how to use the copier ? , The instructions for the copier are posted on it . The instructions for the copier are posted on it . , That ’ s fabulous . Thank you . "Hi , I want to check out . Here is my room key . "," One second , sir , while I print out your receipt . Here you are . " " One second , sir , while I print out your receipt . Here you are . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," May I ask , sir , if you enjoyed your stay ? " " May I ask , sir , if you enjoyed your stay ? "," Well , except for one night , I enjoyed the hotel . And I loved New York , of course . " " Well , except for one night , I enjoyed the hotel . And I loved New York , of course . ", Thank you for your honesty . I assure you there will be no cockroaches next time . "Can I have the menu , please ? ", Sure . Here you are . "Hi , I'd like to have a beer . "," Hi , good evening . Which kind of beer would you like ? " " Hi , good evening . Which kind of beer would you like ? ", I'd like to try a local beer . What would you suggest ? I'd like to try a local beer . What would you suggest ? , How about Yanking Beer ? It's very popular here . How about Yanking Beer ? It's very popular here . , Sounds good . I'll take that . "Mike , I can't catch up with our Chinese teacher very well . ", I advise you to take an additional course in some Chinese schools . I advise you to take an additional course in some Chinese schools . , What is that ? What is that ? , This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their Chinese . This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their Chinese . , Will they recommend me the class that suits me ? Will they recommend me the class that suits me ? , Sure . You can review the lessons you have learned at school and learn something new there . Sure . You can review the lessons you have learned at school and learn something new there . , That's great . I'll tell my mother about it . it seems the department still has some money left in the budget . Do you have any suggestions how to use it before the budget is renewed ? , what about renting a restaurant and treating the employees to a nice dinner ? what about renting a restaurant and treating the employees to a nice dinner ? , but we've done that many times . We want something fresh this time . but we've done that many times . We want something fresh this time . ," okay , let me think . What about a party-and-movie night ? We can rearrange our reference room , invite a band to play some music , order in some food and watch a movie later . " " okay , let me think . What about a party-and-movie night ? We can rearrange our reference room , invite a band to play some music , order in some food and watch a movie later . "," sounds like a good idea , but a band sounds too expensive . " " sounds like a good idea , but a band sounds too expensive . "," well , we can ask people to make small contributions . " " well , we can ask people to make small contributions . "," I don ' t think so . I don't think people are going to like it if they have to pay to come . But we certainly can cut costs in other ways , such as make the party BYOB . " " I don ' t think so . I don't think people are going to like it if they have to pay to come . But we certainly can cut costs in other ways , such as make the party BYOB . ", BYOB ? What's that ? BYOB ? What's that ? ," bring your own beverage . We can provide food , but people have to bring their own drinks . " " bring your own beverage . We can provide food , but people have to bring their own drinks . ", so we're just going to have a party where they bring their own drinks and we just give them some snacks ? I don't know how well that will go over . so we're just going to have a party where they bring their own drinks and we just give them some snacks ? I don't know how well that will go over . ," maybe you have a point . How about having a party on a Friday afternoon ? We'll stop early , order some pizza , and serve drinks . There'll be music but no band . Having the party in the office will make " " maybe you have a point . How about having a party on a Friday afternoon ? We'll stop early , order some pizza , and serve drinks . There'll be music but no band . Having the party in the office will make "," oh , that sounds like fun ! " Have you got any cheaper ones ? , Here are some.They ' re on special sale these days . Here are some.They ' re on special sale these days . , That's more reasonable . I'll take this one . "Okay , Rebecca . Now you ’ Ve given me a good idea of your work and academic background , but what about you as a person ? How would you describe your key strengths ? "," Well , Mr . Parsons , as I mentioned before I ’ m someone who needs new challenges . I ’ m really focused and hard-working . I think my academic results prove this . " " Well , Mr . Parsons , as I mentioned before I ’ m someone who needs new challenges . I ’ m really focused and hard-working . I think my academic results prove this . "," Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ? " " Yes , true , but how about other personal qualities ? "," Well , I believe I ’ m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ’ m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ’ m fun to work with . " " Well , I believe I ’ m a good team-player , but I can also work well independently . I ’ m very enthusiastic and , well I hope my colleagues would agree , I ’ m fun to work with . ", What would you say is your most positive quality ? What would you say is your most positive quality ? ," Hmm , that ’ s a tough question . But I would have to say my passion . I ’ m really passionate about journalism and passionate about my career . " "May I have your resume , please ? "," Yes , I need a job that can give full play to my skills . " " Yes , I need a job that can give full play to my skills . "," Do you like a job in a library , working with books ? " " Do you like a job in a library , working with books ? "," I like peace.As a matter of fact , I once had a job in a library . " "Would you please mail these letters , Lucy ? "," Yes , Sir . " " Yes , Sir . ", These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters . These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters . ," All right , who should I send them to ? " " All right , who should I send them to ? ", It ’ s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London . It ’ s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London . ," Ok , home or office address ? " " Ok , home or office address ? "," Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive . " " Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive . ", Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ? Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ? ," Yes , it ’ s right . " Our Afghan customers wanna buy China's tea . I am thinking of placing an order with you . ," Which tea do you prefer , black or jasmine tea ? " " Which tea do you prefer , black or jasmine tea ? ", I like both . Could you show me some samples ? I like both . Could you show me some samples ? ," Of course , here you are . These are Black tea from Anti , Oolong tea from Guangdong , Oolong tea from Fujisan and Longing tea from Xinu . The new products are Curls Black tea , Crushed Black tea and so on . They are the best sellers in many countries . " " Of course , here you are . These are Black tea from Anti , Oolong tea from Guangdong , Oolong tea from Fujisan and Longing tea from Xinu . The new products are Curls Black tea , Crushed Black tea and so on . They are the best sellers in many countries . "," Oh , such a variety . All of them are excellent both in color and flavour . No wonder our people like China ’ s tea better than any other kind . Could you give me some idea of the prices ? " " Oh , such a variety . All of them are excellent both in color and flavour . No wonder our people like China ’ s tea better than any other kind . Could you give me some idea of the prices ? ", Here is our price list . All the prices on the list are subject to our final confirmation . You can see the prices are reasonable . Here is our price list . All the prices on the list are subject to our final confirmation . You can see the prices are reasonable . , I'd like you to quote me CIF Karachi . I'd like you to quote me CIF Karachi . , Right . Could you tell us the quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ? Right . Could you tell us the quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ? ," Yes . I want 500 kilograms of Black tea from Anti , 200 kilograms of Jasmine tea from Hangzhou and 100 kilograms of Crushed Black tea , first grade . " " Yes . I want 500 kilograms of Black tea from Anti , 200 kilograms of Jasmine tea from Hangzhou and 100 kilograms of Crushed Black tea , first grade . ", Good . We will make the offer tomorrow afternoon . Is that all right ? Good . We will make the offer tomorrow afternoon . Is that all right ? , Yes . See you tomorrow afternoon . I'm really sick of waiting for a bus . , Yeah.Especially when you have something urgent to do . Yeah.Especially when you have something urgent to do . , But a taxi costs too much . But a taxi costs too much . , That's true . "Look , the printer isn ’ t functioning well . I ’ Ve pushed the start button . It is suppose to be working now but it remains like a log . What ’ s going on ? ", Let me check . It has a paper jam . Let me check . It has a paper jam . , I didn ’ t pay attention to that . I will try to get the paper out . I didn ’ t pay attention to that . I will try to get the paper out . ," Be careful , the cartridge can be very hot . " I'm going to take a nap . , You should unplug the phone . You should unplug the phone . , That's a good idea . That's a good idea . , Do you want me to wake you in an hour ? Do you want me to wake you in an hour ? ," No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up . " " No , thanks . Just let me sleep until I wake up . ", I'll start dinner at 6:00 . I'll start dinner at 6:00 . , Okay . I think I'll be awake by then . Okay . I think I'll be awake by then . ," If not , your nose will wake you up . " " If not , your nose will wake you up . ", You mean I will smell the food cooking ? You mean I will smell the food cooking ? , You might even dream about dinner . You might even dream about dinner . , I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired . I don't think I'm going to dream about anything . I'm really tired . , Have a nice nap . You should not have criticize your son in front of his friends . , Why ? He did something wrong . Why ? He did something wrong . , I know . But at that time your blame is rubbing salt into his wounds . I know . But at that time your blame is rubbing salt into his wounds . , I only wanted to help him . I only wanted to help him . , But it is not the right time . "Steven , can you give us a summary about your work ? What do you get from your work ? "," I have accumulated a wealth of practical experience in work as a chief advertisement designer . Moreover , I realized teamwork is the key to success . " " I have accumulated a wealth of practical experience in work as a chief advertisement designer . Moreover , I realized teamwork is the key to success . ", Why do you think so ? Why do you think so ? , I think building team spirit among the coworkers is very important . I believe we can accomplish a miracle if we stick together . I think building team spirit among the coworkers is very important . I believe we can accomplish a miracle if we stick together . , Very good . Anything else ? Very good . Anything else ? , My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience . My advantage is that I have strong sense of responsibility . But I lack patience . , I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ? I must praise you for your modesty and diligence . What's your plan next ? , I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field . I will listen and learn more when I start my new job . I plan to become more professional in my field . , I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job . I've got to commend you ; you really did a good job . ," Thanks for your compliment , but there is still plenty more to learn . " Good evening . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to check in , please . M y name is Peter Wang . I have a reservation for three nights . " " Yes , I'd like to check in , please . M y name is Peter Wang . I have a reservation for three nights . "," Just a moment , please . Oh , yes . One twin and one single . Is that right ? " " Just a moment , please . Oh , yes . One twin and one single . Is that right ? "," Yes , I'm with my wife and child . " " Yes , I'm with my wife and child . "," Will you fill out this form , please ? " Did you smell something ? It smells so great . , It must come from the bakery on the corner.They are baking cookies . Their cookies are very popular in town . It must come from the bakery on the corner.They are baking cookies . Their cookies are very popular in town . , How come I never knew that ? Do they have a new baker or something ? How come I never knew that ? Do they have a new baker or something ? , I think so . The bakery invited a famous baker from the USA . He is good at making cookies . I think so . The bakery invited a famous baker from the USA . He is good at making cookies . , Let's go and get some cookies . I am hungry now . Let's go and get some cookies . I am hungry now . ," Look at the swiss roll over there , they look delicious , too , I am thinking about buying one . " " Look at the swiss roll over there , they look delicious , too , I am thinking about buying one . ", You can taste some before you buy it . They have food tasting at the counter . You can taste some before you buy it . They have food tasting at the counter . , I am starting loving this bakery now . I am starting loving this bakery now . , It's one of my favorite bakeries . It's one of my favorite bakeries . , You should have told me earlier . I am a cookie lover . Hi . I'm looking for some good deals on produce . , You might want to try the mangoes . You might want to try the mangoes . , Can you describe a mango to me ? Can you describe a mango to me ? , It's a fruit a little smaller than a grapefruit . It has a big seed in it . It's a fruit a little smaller than a grapefruit . It has a big seed in it . , Do I eat the seed ? Do I eat the seed ? ," Maybe some animals eat the seed , but humans don't . You'd have to soak it for 10 years . " " Maybe some animals eat the seed , but humans don't . You'd have to soak it for 10 years . ", What's the price of these mangoes ? What's the price of these mangoes ? , Today you get a 50 - percent discount . They're only $ 1 each . Today you get a 50 - percent discount . They're only $ 1 each . , Tell me what they taste like . Tell me what they taste like . , Their flesh is soft and juicy . It has a citrus taste . It's sweet . Their flesh is soft and juicy . It has a citrus taste . It's sweet . ," Do I need to buy them ripe , or will they ripen at home ? " " Do I need to buy them ripe , or will they ripen at home ? "," Just press into it gently with your thumb . If it feels soft , it's ready to eat . " " Just press into it gently with your thumb . If it feels soft , it's ready to eat . ", Where do mangoes come from ? Where do mangoes come from ? ," These are from Guatemala , but we're going to start getting mangoes from India . " "hi , I'm Lucas , I just moved in next door . "," oh , hi Lucas , come on in . I'm Barbara . Nice to meet you . " " oh , hi Lucas , come on in . I'm Barbara . Nice to meet you . ", nice to meet you too . nice to meet you too . , would you like something to drink ? I've got tea and some grape juice . would you like something to drink ? I've got tea and some grape juice . , thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ? thanks . Some tea would be nice . Chinese tea is great . I really like your tea set . Where did you get it ? ," oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well . " " oh , there is a supermarket not far from here . But there is also a tea house around the corner , where you can get tea and a tea set as well . "," oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here . " " oh yeah , I saw the tea house the other day . I think I might go and have a look sometime . It's a nice neighborhood here . "," you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants " " you are right about that . It's quiet and very convenient . You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk . There's a grocery store , a book store , a gym , and many restaurants ", there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight . there's a gym nearby ? That's exciting ! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible . I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight . ," well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way . " " well , if you want we can go together sometime . Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon , if you like , you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way . ", that would be wonderful . Thanks ! "Sally , I ’ m tired of this Western food . I really miss my mother ’ s Sichuan cooking . ", I ’ m sure you do miss that type of cooking . But can ’ t you try to get used to Western food ? I ’ m sure you do miss that type of cooking . But can ’ t you try to get used to Western food ? ," I have tried . But Americans like butter , bread , sugar , and cream too much . " " I have tried . But Americans like butter , bread , sugar , and cream too much . "," I suppose you ’ re right , Lee . Maybe that ’ s why so many Westerners are overweight . " " I suppose you ’ re right , Lee . Maybe that ’ s why so many Westerners are overweight . "," It ’ s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy . " " It ’ s interesting that Americans work very hard at their jobs , do not take naps during the day , and yet they can be so heavy . "," You see , because we are often busy working , we eat too much fast food , and that food is very fattening . " "This position demands a higher writing ability , so please say something about your writing ability . "," Of course . I've loved writing since I was a very little boy . I won the first prize in a national composition contest when I was in middle school . After attending Nanjing University , I never give up writing . My works , such as Father's Tobacco Pipe , Open Air Cinema , The old City were respectively published China Youth Daily , Yangzi Evening News , and New Beijing . During the period of studying for my degrees of master and doctor , I paid more attention to developing my research ability and published several papers . The Impact of Internet in Chinese Political Participation , The Discipline of Remold , The Historical Direction of Chinese Administration Reform , Bribery Cases of Self governance in Chinese Villages are respectively published in Chinese Publish Administration , Beijing Due Xuebao , Theory and Society and Chinese Reform . I joined in Yangzi Evening News to work as a part-time journalist in 2006 . During this period , I've written a lot of comments , which improved my writing ability to a new level , I have full confidence in my writing ability , and I believe I can do the job well . " Did you have any kind of punishment in your life and studies ? ," Yes , just once . " " Yes , just once . ", What was the reason ? What was the reason ? , I once played truant when I was in college because I intended to organize a donation activity for the disaster-hit areas in Sichuan . Can you read and write English and French ? ," No , I'm proficient in both written and spoken English , but I can only carry on a simple conversation in French . " " No , I'm proficient in both written and spoken English , but I can only carry on a simple conversation in French . ", Could you tell me something about your English education ? Could you tell me something about your English education ? ," My mother is an English teacher in a college , so I began learning English when I could speak , and I took English as my minor subject at university . " "Hey , that ’ s a very nice hairdo you ’ re wearing ! ", Oh you ’ re exaggerating . I ’ m never really good at making hairdo . Oh you ’ re exaggerating . I ’ m never really good at making hairdo . ," You did it yourself ? Wow , you are good ! " " You did it yourself ? Wow , you are good ! "," Thanks for saying so , but my husband thinks otherwise . " " Thanks for saying so , but my husband thinks otherwise . ", He ’ s just got no idea of how good you are . Something's wrong with my computer . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , My computer won't turn on . My computer won't turn on . , Did you see if all the connections are right ? Did you see if all the connections are right ? , I'm not sure I understand what you mean . I'm not sure I understand what you mean . , The connections between your CPU and your outlet . The connections between your CPU and your outlet . , Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ? Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on ? ," If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on . " " If your plugs aren't connected all the way , the computer won't turn on . ", I had no idea . I had no idea . , Why don't you try it and see what happens ? Why don't you try it and see what happens ? , I'll try it right now . I'll try it right now . , Let me know if that doesn't work . Some places aren't good to go.But I can show you the right bus to take . It will be no problem . , We want to see the Statue of Liberty too . We want to see the Statue of Liberty too . , I have never done that myself . But I hear it is very interesting . You two should go . I have never done that myself . But I hear it is very interesting . You two should go . , You have never gone to the Statue of Liberty ? ! I can't believe it ! But you live here ! You have never gone to the Statue of Liberty ? ! I can't believe it ! But you live here ! ," Yes , but I'm very busy with work.And you know how it is , sometimes people don't visit the tourist sites in their own country . " " Yes , but I'm very busy with work.And you know how it is , sometimes people don't visit the tourist sites in their own country . ", I know . Are the subway trains easy to take here ? And there's a little upside-down Dilbert on the underside . ," When you flip the tie up , he's right side up . Brilliant . " " When you flip the tie up , he's right side up . Brilliant . ", My dad will love this . He's a Dilbert fan . My dad will love this . He's a Dilbert fan . , I wouldn't mind having one myself ... I wouldn't mind having one myself ... , Model it for me . Model it for me . , OK ! OK ! , Wow ! You look just as dorky as Dilbert ! "Hi , dear , do you know what the important day is today ? ", I don ’ t know . I don ’ t know . , Please think it over . Please think it over . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," Come on , dear . I know you mustn ’ t forget it . " " Come on , dear . I know you mustn ’ t forget it . "," It ’ s Saturday , a great weekend . " " It ’ s Saturday , a great weekend . "," Ur , you really let me down . " " Ur , you really let me down . ", Don ’ t be angry with me . I have a bad memory . Don ’ t be angry with me . I have a bad memory . ," No , you haven ’ t . You just don ’ t care about me . You ’ re an indifferent husband . " " No , you haven ’ t . You just don ’ t care about me . You ’ re an indifferent husband . ", What day is it on earth ? What day is it on earth ? , It ’ s an anniversary of our weeding . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I want to buy a VCR . " " Yes , I want to buy a VCR . "," Well , we have many models to choose from here.Do you have a particular brand you want ? " " Well , we have many models to choose from here.Do you have a particular brand you want ? ", No . I only want it to be a very good one . The best.It ' s a graduation gift for my son . No . I only want it to be a very good one . The best.It ' s a graduation gift for my son . , I see . And does your son have a VCR now ? I see . And does your son have a VCR now ? ," Well , he uses our VCR at home.But he's going to university in the Fall , so he needs his own VCR . " " Well , he uses our VCR at home.But he's going to university in the Fall , so he needs his own VCR . ", Does he watch a lot of movies ? Does he watch a lot of movies ? ," Yes , he sure does.In fact , he wants to become a movie producer himself.He wants to study film at the university . " " Yes , he sure does.In fact , he wants to become a movie producer himself.He wants to study film at the university . "," I would like to make a suggestion then , sir . " " I would like to make a suggestion then , sir . ", Please do . Please do . ," If your son wants to study film , probably he will start to collect movies himself . " " If your son wants to study film , probably he will start to collect movies himself . "," Yes , I know that . So I want him to have a good VCR to use . " " Yes , I know that . So I want him to have a good VCR to use . ", May I suggest you consider buying him a DVD player instead ? May I suggest you consider buying him a DVD player instead ? , DVD ? Isn't that like a CD ? DVD ? Isn't that like a CD ? , It is very similar . The technology is the same . It is very similar . The technology is the same . , Why is a DVD better than a VCR ? Why is a DVD better than a VCR ? ," For one thing , sir , the quality of the image is usually better.That ' s because it's digital . " " For one thing , sir , the quality of the image is usually better.That ' s because it's digital . ", But isn't it more expensive ? But isn't it more expensive ? ," It is a little more expensive , sir.But there is one important advantage which your son might appreciate . " " It is a little more expensive , sir.But there is one important advantage which your son might appreciate . ", What's that ? What's that ? ," If your son starts to buy video tapes , he can't keep them very long . " " If your son starts to buy video tapes , he can't keep them very long . ", And why not ? And why not ? ," Video tape breaks down after fifteen years.So if he collects a lot of tapes , after fifteen years they will all start to rot . " " Video tape breaks down after fifteen years.So if he collects a lot of tapes , after fifteen years they will all start to rot . ", Hmm . Is that true ? Hmm . Is that true ? ," Yes , it is , sir . " " Yes , it is , sir . ", Well . And what about DVDs ? Well . And what about DVDs ? ," This is the excellent thing about DVDs.If your son starts to collect DVDs , they will last forever . They will never rot . " " This is the excellent thing about DVDs.If your son starts to collect DVDs , they will last forever . They will never rot . ", Hmm . He might really appreciate that . I know he will start to collect movies at school . Especially if he studies film . Hmm . He might really appreciate that . I know he will start to collect movies at school . Especially if he studies film . ," So let me show you some of our DVD players.In my opinion , DVD is the wave of the future . " " So let me show you some of our DVD players.In my opinion , DVD is the wave of the future . "," Alright , please show me what you have . " This is a precious opportunity for us and our company . ," You are right . We ’ re hoping that this is a long-term opportunity , and just a flash in the pan . " Did you have any working experience during college ? ," Yes , I did some part-time jobs such as English tutor , salesman , and model . " " Yes , I did some part-time jobs such as English tutor , salesman , and model . ", What did you learn from your part-time jobs ? What did you learn from your part-time jobs ? ," I learned to be patient , professional and gained a ll of experience of direct sales . " I have a bone to pick with you . , Okay . Let ’ s clear the air . What are you getting at ? Okay . Let ’ s clear the air . What are you getting at ? , You always have a chip on your shoulder . You always have a chip on your shoulder . , I ’ m sorry . But I don ’ t meant to get your goat . How may I help you ? , I need to check these books out . I need to check these books out . , Do you have your library card ? Here it is . , It appears that you have late fees . It appears that you have late fees . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , really . " " Yes , really . ", How much do I owe ? How much do I owe ? , You owe $ 24.50 in late fees . You owe $ 24.50 in late fees . , I don ’ t have that much today . I don ’ t have that much today . ," I ’ m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ’ t be able to check out any more books . " " I ’ m sorry , but until you pay it , you won ’ t be able to check out any more books . ", I ’ ll pay it as soon as possible . "Hi , Customer Service Desk . What can I do for you today , sir ? ", Good morning . I bought this vacuum here a few months ago . It doesn ’ t work now . Can I return it or get it fixed ? Good morning . I bought this vacuum here a few months ago . It doesn ’ t work now . Can I return it or get it fixed ? , Do you have your receipt with you ? Do you have your receipt with you ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", When did you buy it from our store ? When did you buy it from our store ? , Four months ago . Four months ago . ," I ’ m sorry . You can ’ t return it because too much time has passed since you purchased it . In order to receive a refund , you must return merchandise to the store within 90 days of purchase . " " I ’ m sorry . You can ’ t return it because too much time has passed since you purchased it . In order to receive a refund , you must return merchandise to the store within 90 days of purchase . ", But the direction book says I will get one-year warranty . But the direction book says I will get one-year warranty . ," Yes , I know . After 90 days , you need to call the company that manufactured the vacuum to fix it because it ’ s still under their warranty . Their phone number should be in the direction book that came with your vacuum . " " Yes , I know . After 90 days , you need to call the company that manufactured the vacuum to fix it because it ’ s still under their warranty . Their phone number should be in the direction book that came with your vacuum . ", Okay . I understand . I ’ ll call the Customer Service Office of the manufacturer . Thank you . Okay . I understand . I ’ ll call the Customer Service Office of the manufacturer . Thank you . , You ’ re welcome . I would wondering if you like to stay here for a few days . , It really depends on when and how long It really depends on when and how long , Until next weekend . that ’ s ok . How do you do ? ," How do you do ? Nice to meet you , Ms . Smith . I ’ m Jack Stevens from the Marketing Department . Here is my card . " " How do you do ? Nice to meet you , Ms . Smith . I ’ m Jack Stevens from the Marketing Department . Here is my card . "," It ’ s nice to meet you , Mr . Stevens . " " It ’ s nice to meet you , Mr . Stevens . "," Please call me Jack . Have a seat , please . " " Please call me Jack . Have a seat , please . ", Thank you . "When in Rome , do as the Romans do , they say . ", What do the Romans do ? What do the Romans do ? ," They live in Rome , of course , and go to work by car or bus . But sometimes it takes too long that way because of the traffic jams , so they walk . " " They live in Rome , of course , and go to work by car or bus . But sometimes it takes too long that way because of the traffic jams , so they walk . "," In other words , the Romans do what everyone else does . " " In other words , the Romans do what everyone else does . "," Yes , but they do it differently . Everything is different . " " Yes , but they do it differently . Everything is different . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , the climate's different for a start . It doesn't rain so much as it does in England . The sun shines more often . " " Well , the climate's different for a start . It doesn't rain so much as it does in England . The sun shines more often . ", I envy them the sun . I envy them the sun . ," I know . You hate the rain , don't you ? " " I know . You hate the rain , don't you ? ", I certainly do . I certainly do . , And a Roman really Ioves life . Eye knows how to enjoy himself . And a Roman really Ioves life . Eye knows how to enjoy himself . ," They always eat spaghetti and drink wine , don't they ? " " They always eat spaghetti and drink wine , don't they ? "," Not always . But they like a good meal . Lots of tourists go to Rome just for the food , you know . " " Not always . But they like a good meal . Lots of tourists go to Rome just for the food , you know . ", Really ? How much does it cost to fly to Rome ? Really ? How much does it cost to fly to Rome ? ," I don't know exactly , but it costs a lot of money . " "Good Morning , Mrs . Schmidt ! I see you're standing on your head again . "," Hi , Kathy ! I'm just doing my morning yoga ! You're up awfully early today . " " Hi , Kathy ! I'm just doing my morning yoga ! You're up awfully early today . ", I have to finish preparing a paper for my Western Civilization class . I have to finish preparing a paper for my Western Civilization class . , How has school been going ? You come home so late every night ! You're really a hard worker ... How has school been going ? You come home so late every night ! You're really a hard worker ... ," Actually , I study a lot less here than I did in Taiwan ! My classes are great , though . Sociology is the perfect major for me . " What bus can I catch to get to the Gold Line ? , Tell me where you live . Tell me where you live . , I live in Altadena . I live in Altadena . , You can catch the 264 . You can catch the 264 . , It goes to the Gold Line ? It goes to the Gold Line ? ," Yes , it does . " " Yes , it does . ", What street do I go to to catch it ? What street do I go to to catch it ? , You can catch it on Altadena Drive . You can catch it on Altadena Drive . , I had no idea that bus went to the station . I had no idea that bus went to the station . ," Yes , it does . " " Yes , it does . ", I'm glad you told me . I'm glad you told me . , You're welcome . What's the name of this street ? , University Street . University Street . , Do you know of any banks near here ? Do you know of any banks near here ? , You'll see one at the corner on your right . Is this the right counter to check in for this flight ? ," Yes , it is . Please put your luggage on the scale . " " Yes , it is . Please put your luggage on the scale . ", Your luggage is overweight . The free allowance for luggage is 20 kilos . Your luggage is overweight . The free allowance for luggage is 20 kilos . ," Oh , can I keep this little suitcase as hand-luggage ? " " Oh , can I keep this little suitcase as hand-luggage ? "," OK , in this way it's just below the limit . " " OK , in this way it's just below the limit . ", Here's your ticket and your boarding card . Here's your ticket and your boarding card . , All right . I will begin boarding soon . I want to check in now . Here is my ticket . , Don't you have any luggage to check in ? Don't you have any luggage to check in ? ," No , sir . " " No , sir . ", Do you have a seat preference ? Do you have a seat preference ? , I'd like an aisle seat . I feel terrible near the window . I'd like an aisle seat . I feel terrible near the window . , Here is your boarding pass . Have a nice day . Mr . Blake ? Mr . Foster ’ s on the phone . He ’ d like to know if you can send over those training manuals ? ," Oh , tell him I ’ ll leave them at his office tomorrow afternoon . " " Oh , tell him I ’ ll leave them at his office tomorrow afternoon . ", He was hoping that you could drop them off this afternoon . He was hoping that you could drop them off this afternoon . , I ’ m afraid that I can ’ t do that . They ’ re at the printer ’ s being copied . They ’ ll be back tomorrow before 1 o ’ clock . Room service . What can I do for you ? , I would like to have an international call to Paris . Can you tell how to do it ? I would like to have an international call to Paris . Can you tell how to do it ? ," Yes . In that case , you should connect the operator and he will connect you with the one you want . " " Yes . In that case , you should connect the operator and he will connect you with the one you want . "," Well , what is the operator's number ? " " Well , what is the operator's number ? ", 543210 . 543210 . , Fine . Thank you . "Hello , Kith , can you and Alice come around this evening ? We prefer your coming . ", I think we would be able to make it . What time shall we come ? I think we would be able to make it . What time shall we come ? , About 7 o'clock . About 7 o'clock . , Shall we bring any thing ? Some wine ? Shall we bring any thing ? Some wine ? ," No , not really . Just bring yourselves . We would like to your presence . " "Mr . Smith , while you're out , the sales department called and asked you to lunch next Wednesday . ", I'll put them in my schedule . Are there any other messages ? I'll put them in my schedule . Are there any other messages ? ," Oh , yes , Miss Chen informed that the monthly management meeting has been changed to July 11 and I've marked your diary accordingly . " " Oh , yes , Miss Chen informed that the monthly management meeting has been changed to July 11 and I've marked your diary accordingly . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Here is the agenda for the meeting and that's all for the messages . How did you first meet Jack each other ? , That is a heavy raining afternoon . I was standing under the eaves of a shop to evade the heavy rain . It's getting dark . That is a heavy raining afternoon . I was standing under the eaves of a shop to evade the heavy rain . It's getting dark . , And then ? And then ? ," I was trembling in the wind when he ran to me with an umbrella in his hand and asked , ' Where is your home ? ' " " I was trembling in the wind when he ran to me with an umbrella in his hand and asked , ' Where is your home ? ' ", Then he sent you to your home ? Then he sent you to your home ? , Yeah . Yeah . , It's a romantic meeting . I can say that a hero saves a beauty . It's a romantic meeting . I can say that a hero saves a beauty . , He joked later that I was so poor that he had a kind of impulse to protect an ant . He joked later that I was so poor that he had a kind of impulse to protect an ant . , He is so humorous . Sandra is actually blue chipper . I don't think she could realize that she has married a fool for women . , That's fate . That's fate . , I feel sorry for her . I feel sorry for her . , Maybe this is God's will . I find that you spend little on handset charge every month . Have you any trick ? , It's simple . You can use call transfer . It's simple . You can use call transfer . , Is it so simple ? Is it so simple ? ," Sure . You know , we spend most of our time at home or in the office every day , so I receive handset calls with the hand-free telephone , so I need pay little for receiving calls . " " Sure . You know , we spend most of our time at home or in the office every day , so I receive handset calls with the hand-free telephone , so I need pay little for receiving calls . ", It's true . It's true . ," Call transfer has many other advantages . When I am in places where network can't cover , such as the high building , I also use call transfer function , which transfers my calls to the hand-free telephone and I will not miss any call . " " Call transfer has many other advantages . When I am in places where network can't cover , such as the high building , I also use call transfer function , which transfers my calls to the hand-free telephone and I will not miss any call . ", That's all ? That's all ? ," In hospitals or on planes , handsets will interfere with some equip-ment , so we must close our handsets . If you set call transfer , the problem will be solved . " "Hi , nice to hear from you , when does your plane leave ? ", It leaves in 20 minutes . It leaves in 20 minutes . , Good . Good . , Can you pick me up from the airport ? How much does it cost to hire a motorbike ? ," For 3 days $ 300 , for 7 days $ 600 . " " For 3 days $ 300 , for 7 days $ 600 . ", Good . I think I'll hire one for 7 days . Good . I think I'll hire one for 7 days . , Okay . I'll write up the paperwork . "Charlotte , have you had your supper ? "," No , I don ’ t want to eat anything . " " No , I don ’ t want to eat anything . ", Why ? Don't you feel well ? Why ? Don't you feel well ? , I ’ m down in spirits . I ’ m down in spirits . , What's up ? What's up ? , My manager jumped on me for my mistake today . My manager jumped on me for my mistake today . , You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing . You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing . , I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well . I think I'm too clumsy . I can do nothing well . , You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done . You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done . , But I doubt myself . But I doubt myself . ," Cheer up ! Don't let me down . We all make mistakes , and that is life . " I'm worrying that she may be lost . , Be relaxed . She is familiar with the area . Be relaxed . She is familiar with the area . ," After all , she is a five-year-old kid . " " After all , she is a five-year-old kid . "," Ok , I'll go out and look for her . " do you remember where you were for the terrorist attacks on 9-11 ? ," yes , I was in my apartment in Beijing . Where were you ? " " yes , I was in my apartment in Beijing . Where were you ? ", I was at home with my parents in New York City . I was at home with my parents in New York City . , really ? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers ? really ? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers ? ," I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building . " " I didn't see the crash itself , but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents ' apartment building . ", that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ? that must have been horrible . Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on ? ," no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos . " " no , we decided to stay in our apartment . With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt , many people had no choice but to walk home . It was utter chaos . ", did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ? did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center ? ," yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers . " " yes , my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers . ", did he survive ? did he survive ? ," unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower . " " unfortunately , he wasn't able to evacuate in time . He ended up dying in the tower . ", I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family . I'm sorry . That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family . , it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own . it was . The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own . , terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life . I just got a call from Mrs . Fitzgerald . See what your Willie has just done . , My Willie ? Why has he suddenly become my Willie ? My Willie ? Why has he suddenly become my Willie ? ," Because he takes after you , he's got into trouble again . " " Because he takes after you , he's got into trouble again . "," What did he do this time ? I remember last time he was painting her fence to repay her for breaking it , and he accidentally painted her cat . " " What did he do this time ? I remember last time he was painting her fence to repay her for breaking it , and he accidentally painted her cat . ", That was last time . This time it's worse . That was last time . This time it's worse . ," Ok , tell me . " " Ok , tell me . "," Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ... " " Well , he was playing baseball with some friends ... ", And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time . And the ball went through her window ? That's not as bad as last time . ," True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ... " " True , but that's not all . The ball went through the window and hit the vase she has in her front window ... "," Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad . " " Ok , that's probably expensive , but not that bad . "," And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish . " " And then , ricocheted off her fish bowl . Mrs . Fitzgerald at the last minute dived and saved her fish . "," At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad . " " At least the fish were saved . If that's the end of the damages , then everything isn't that bad . "," Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald . " " Stop interrupting me . Finally , the ball flew through the air and knocked out Willie's school principal , who was having a cup of coffee with Mrs . Fitzgerald . "," Hmm , that is bad . " "If I can improve my vertical jump a few more inches , I think beach volleyball might be my ticket . "," But whenever we play , you just sit on the sand , drink beer , and watch the girls ! " " But whenever we play , you just sit on the sand , drink beer , and watch the girls ! "," It's a beautiful sport , isn't it ? " " It's a beautiful sport , isn't it ? "," To be honest , I don't think you could even win a gold in hopscotch ! " " To be honest , I don't think you could even win a gold in hopscotch ! "," OK , OK . Enough already . We'd better hustle . The contest starts in five minutes . " "Hey ! Ask your mom for more old pictures , OK ? ", Can't it wait ? She's still angry that we sent e-mail wedding invitations . Can't it wait ? She's still angry that we sent e-mail wedding invitations . , But we saved your parents so much money ... But we saved your parents so much money ... , I know . And they're spending enough on the plane tickets to Texas ! I know . And they're spending enough on the plane tickets to Texas ! ," Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations ! " " Speaking of plane tickets , don't forget to check on the reservations ! ", OK . Quite a few people are laid off these days . , Yeah . It is not easy for them to find another job . Yeah . It is not easy for them to find another job . , University graduates have difficulty finding a job too . There seems to be more and more competition in the job market University graduates have difficulty finding a job too . There seems to be more and more competition in the job market , It is strange that some people are quitting their jobs in order to find a better one . What do you think ? Do you want to quit your job ? It is strange that some people are quitting their jobs in order to find a better one . What do you think ? Do you want to quit your job ? , No . Not now . I think I'll try to keep this one . I need to find the cereal aisle . , The cereal is over by the breakfast foods . The cereal is over by the breakfast foods . , Where is that at ? Where is that at ? , It's by the oatmeal and breakfast bars . It's by the oatmeal and breakfast bars . , I think I can find that . I think I can find that . , Did you need help finding anything else ? Did you need help finding anything else ? ," Actually , I do need to find the dishwashing detergent . " " Actually , I do need to find the dishwashing detergent . ", That would be over by the paper towels and toilet paper . That would be over by the paper towels and toilet paper . , I thought it was over there . I thought it was over there . ," Yeah , you'll find it there . " " Yeah , you'll find it there . ", I really appreciate all your help . Hello . Beijing Restaurant . How can I help you ? ," Hi . I want to place an order , please . " " Hi . I want to place an order , please . ", For pick - up or delivery ? For pick - up or delivery ? , Pick - up . Pick - up . , What would you like to order ? What would you like to order ? , I have a menu from your restaurant . I ’ ll order using the number of each meal from your menu . I have a menu from your restaurant . I ’ ll order using the number of each meal from your menu . , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . ," I ’ d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 . " " I ’ d like to order number 17 , no . 23 and no . 24 . ", What size ? What size ? ," Medium , please . " " Medium , please . ", When will you come to pick up your order ? When will you come to pick up your order ? , I ’ ll be there in about an hour . I ’ ll be there in about an hour . , That will be fine . We ’ ll have your meals ready when you arrive . Thank you for your order . how did you do on your BELTS exam ? , fantastic ! I got an overall score of eight . fantastic ! I got an overall score of eight . , that's excellent ! Have you received your conditional offers yet ? that's excellent ! Have you received your conditional offers yet ? , yes . I'm just waiting until I officially get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa . yes . I'm just waiting until I officially get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa . , do you know where the visa office is ? do you know where the visa office is ? , no . no . , it's just near the Dong Si Shi Tiao subway stop . it's just near the Dong Si Shi Tiao subway stop . , that's not too far away . Do you think I'll get a visa ? that's not too far away . Do you think I'll get a visa ? , have you ever gone abroad before ? have you ever gone abroad before ? ," yes , I've been to Tailband , Egypt , and Japan . " " yes , I've been to Tailband , Egypt , and Japan . ", have you ever been denied a visa before ? have you ever been denied a visa before ? , never . never . , that's good . Are you planning on immigrating to another country ? that's good . Are you planning on immigrating to another country ? ," no , I want to come back to China after I graduate . " " no , I want to come back to China after I graduate . ", that's exactly what the visa officers want to hear . Do you have enough money for tuition and room and board ? that's exactly what the visa officers want to hear . Do you have enough money for tuition and room and board ? ," I've received a full scholarship , so I won't need any other money to live off while I'm studying . " " I've received a full scholarship , so I won't need any other money to live off while I'm studying . ", I think you have a very good chance of getting a visa . I can help you prepare for the visa interview if you want . I think you have a very good chance of getting a visa . I can help you prepare for the visa interview if you want . ," that's be great . The more prepared I am , the better . " I should like to look at some bracelets . , May I show you gold ones or jade ones ? May I show you gold ones or jade ones ? , Jade ones . Jade ones . ," OK , here they are . " " OK , here they are . ", What's the price for this one ? What's the price for this one ? , Eight hundred yuan . Eight hundred yuan . , How about seven hundred yuan ? How about seven hundred yuan ? ," I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices . " " I'm sorry , we only sell at fixed prices . ", OK . I'll take it . Do you think that climate change is responsible for the recent floods ? ," It could be . There are floods in this country almost every year , but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent . " " It could be . There are floods in this country almost every year , but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent . ", It seems that the climate in this country is changing . It seems that the climate in this country is changing . , The summers are hotter . The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years . There have also been stronger winds . The summers are hotter . The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years . There have also been stronger winds . , I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment . I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment . ," I think you ’ re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem . " " I think you ’ re right . Climate change naturally over time , but I think that human activities are speeding up the change . I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem . "," Me too . If we don ’ t do something soon , It might be too late . " "Could you tell me a little about the organization ? For example , how big is your workforce here ? ", Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing . The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff . Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing . The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff . , I see . And how about the working hours ? I see . And how about the working hours ? ," Well , as you know Rebecca , in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five . You could be on call at any time . We do have to work very unsociable hours at times . " " Well , as you know Rebecca , in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five . You could be on call at any time . We do have to work very unsociable hours at times . "," Well I am used to that , Mr . Parsons , so that ’ s not really a shock for me . " " Well I am used to that , Mr . Parsons , so that ’ s not really a shock for me . "," Good , as long as you understand that . " " Good , as long as you understand that . "," And when do you need to fill the vacancy , Mr . Parsons ? " " And when do you need to fill the vacancy , Mr . Parsons ? "," Yesterday ! But no , we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month . " " Yesterday ! But no , we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month . ", That sounds ideal . It ’ s very kind of you to invite me to dinner . , Please sit down and make yourself at home . Please don ’ t stand on ceremony . Please sit down and make yourself at home . Please don ’ t stand on ceremony . , This dish is really delicious . This dish is really delicious . , I ’ m glad that you like it . This is only the first time that I made it . I ’ m glad that you like it . This is only the first time that I made it . , You ’ re great . Could you say it in Chinese ? You ’ re great . Could you say it in Chinese ? ," Sure , we call it doubt . " Why isn't the project done yet ? , How should I know ? It's not my responsibility . Do you like the Harry potter books and movies ? , Not really ! Not really ! , Why not ? They are very fun and exiting . Why not ? They are very fun and exiting . ," Maybe , but I think they are just for kids . " " Maybe , but I think they are just for kids . "," No , that ’ s not true . Many adults like the Harry potter books too . " " No , that ’ s not true . Many adults like the Harry potter books too . ", Maybe they don ’ t agree with my taste . Good moming.sir . Here is your breakfast . , Thank you.Just put it on the table . Thank you.Just put it on the table . , Is there anything I can do for you ? Is there anything I can do for you ? ," En , would you please give me some bread please ? I am hungry now . " " En , would you please give me some bread please ? I am hungry now . ", OK . I will get you some right now . Could I pay for my parking ticket ? , I need to see your ticket . Do you have it ? I need to see your ticket . Do you have it ? , Here's my ticket right here . Here's my ticket right here . , I'm going to need to see your ID . I'm going to need to see your ID . , I don't have it . I don't have it . , You can't pay your fine without your ID . You can't pay your fine without your ID . , I don't understand why I can't just pay you . I don't understand why I can't just pay you . , We have to make sure that the person issued the ticket is the one paying it . We have to make sure that the person issued the ticket is the one paying it . , I get it now . I get it now . , Just come back when you have your ID with you . Just come back when you have your ID with you . , Will my record be cleared after I pay the fine ? Will my record be cleared after I pay the fine ? , Only if you pay your fine . "After I am accepted for unemployment benefits , what will happen next ? ", You will receive a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter . You will receive a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter . , What will that tell me ? What will that tell me ? , The Award Letter will tell you how much you will receive weekly . The Award Letter will tell you how much you will receive weekly . , Are there any other forms that I need to fill out ? Are there any other forms that I need to fill out ? , You will need to fill out a Continued Claim Form every two weeks . You will need to fill out a Continued Claim Form every two weeks . , What information will I need to provide on that form ? What information will I need to provide on that form ? , They will need to know where you worked and how much money you made . They will need to know where you worked and how much money you made . , Are there any other questions on the form ? Are there any other questions on the form ? ," Basically , they want to know that you were available for work and not sick . " "Excuse me , I ’ d like to apply for a library card . ", Certainly.Here ’ s an application form.Do you have proof of residence ? Certainly.Here ’ s an application form.Do you have proof of residence ? , What sort of proof do you need ? What sort of proof do you need ? , A driver ’ s license or something showing that you live in this city . A driver ’ s license or something showing that you live in this city . ," I ’ m a student from out of state , so I don ’ t have a local driver ’ s license . " " I ’ m a student from out of state , so I don ’ t have a local driver ’ s license . ", Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ? Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name ? , The phone bill ’ s in my name . The phone bill ’ s in my name . ," That ’ ll do.Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ’ ll issue you a temporary library card right away . " " That ’ ll do.Bring the most recent one in with your completed application , and we ’ ll issue you a temporary library card right away . ", How long will it take to get the regular one ? How long will it take to get the regular one ? ," It ’ ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card . " " It ’ ll be mailed to you within two weeks , but you can borrow books on the temporary card . ", Okay.Thanks for your help . Room Service . May I help you ? , This is Room 603 . I'm afraid that the heating system doesn't work . It's very cold here . This is Room 603 . I'm afraid that the heating system doesn't work . It's very cold here . , Have you switched on the radiator ? Have you switched on the radiator ? , Yes . I have switched it on for a long time . The room is still very cold . Yes . I have switched it on for a long time . The room is still very cold . , We're terribly sorry for that . We'll send our staff io fix it now . Or do you want to change your room ? We're terribly sorry for that . We'll send our staff io fix it now . Or do you want to change your room ? , I prefer not to move first . I prefer not to move first . , OK . Is it convenient for us to come now ? OK . Is it convenient for us to come now ? ," Yes , please . " It seems that you are an optimistic man who doesn't dismay easily . That is what a good salesman needs . Good luck . , Thank you . Thank you . , I guess we have covered all the stuff that we need to discuss and it's time to say goodbye . I guess we have covered all the stuff that we need to discuss and it's time to say goodbye . ," Yes , goodbye and keep in touch . " I want a refund ! ," Yes , miss . What was the problem with your purchase ? " " Yes , miss . What was the problem with your purchase ? ", These pajamas don't fit right . They're too long . These pajamas don't fit right . They're too long . , Would you like to have them altered ? Or would you like a different size ? Would you like to have them altered ? Or would you like a different size ? , No . I want my money back . No . I want my money back . ," I'm sorry , but this was on sale , so I can only give you store credit . " " I'm sorry , but this was on sale , so I can only give you store credit . ", Fine . Here's my receipt . I'd better be able to use this anywhere in the store . Fine . Here's my receipt . I'd better be able to use this anywhere in the store . , Of course ... here you are . I'm sorry the pajamas didn't work out for you . How's the chicken ? , It's delicious . Yesterday was April the first . , Was it quite special ? Was it quite special ? ," Not for the others , but for me . I was in the library going over my lessons when suddenly one of my roommates came in . He told me that I was wanted on the phone in my dormitory , and that person would call me again several minutes later . " " Not for the others , but for me . I was in the library going over my lessons when suddenly one of my roommates came in . He told me that I was wanted on the phone in my dormitory , and that person would call me again several minutes later . ", Did you hurry back to the bedroom ? Did you hurry back to the bedroom ? ," Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting "" April Fool , April Fool "" . " " Yes . I went back to the dorm only to find my roommates laughing and shouting "" April Fool , April Fool "" . "," Oh , your classmates took you in . " " Oh , your classmates took you in . ", Only then did I realize it was April Fools ' Day . I want to get on the bus already . , It just isn't on time today . It just isn't on time today . , It was supposed to be here thirty minutes ago . It was supposed to be here thirty minutes ago . , I think it'll be here pretty soon . I think it'll be here pretty soon . ," I need to get to work , so it better . " " I need to get to work , so it better . ", I really do hate public transportation . I really do hate public transportation . ," I agree , it's just never on time . " " I agree , it's just never on time . ", That's right . That's right . , I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather . I also hate having to stand at a bus stop in all kinds of weather . ," Oh , that's the worst . " " Oh , that's the worst . ", We need to get a car . We need to get a car . , I completely agree with that . Gosh ! The water faucet is dripping badly again . , You are going to have a huge bill . You are going to have a huge bill . , I know . I ’ Ve got to get it fixed ASAP . I know . I ’ Ve got to get it fixed ASAP . , Don't you wanna get it fixed now ? Don't you wanna get it fixed now ? ," I wish I could , but I ’ Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes . " " I wish I could , but I ’ Ve got to go now . I have an appointment in 20 minutes . "," Well , if you need anything , just let me know . " " Well , if you need anything , just let me know . "," Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage . " " Oh , by the way , could you give me a ride ? My car is still in the garage . ", You sure have bad luck these days . Paul failed again . , He'll never do well in mathematics . He'll never do well in mathematics . , How can we help him ? How can we help him ? ," Well , I can't help . " Are you interested in history ? ," Yes , I am . I enjoyed studying it at school , though I had trouble remembering all the dates , so my teacher never gave me good marks . " " Yes , I am . I enjoyed studying it at school , though I had trouble remembering all the dates , so my teacher never gave me good marks . "," I love history , but I ’ Ve always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened . " " I love history , but I ’ Ve always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened . ", I wish you had been my history teacher ! I might have got better marks ! I wish you had been my history teacher ! I might have got better marks ! , Some people say that history repeats itself . Some people say that history repeats itself . ," What does that mean ? The same events never happen twice , do they ? " " What does that mean ? The same events never happen twice , do they ? "," The idea is that the people and dates change , but the reason why things happen stay the same . " " The idea is that the people and dates change , but the reason why things happen stay the same . ", I see . I think I ’ d agree with that statement . People often seem to make the same mistakes over and over again . "Vince . We're both busy , so I'm not going to beat around the bush . I need a raise . "," I can't do that , Zina . You know I can't . " " I can't do that , Zina . You know I can't . ", Bull . I're done my research . I know you still control more than 65 percent of invoking options . Bull . I're done my research . I know you still control more than 65 percent of invoking options . , Who told you that ? Who told you that ? , That doesn't matter . I want at least 4 percent . May I help you ? , I can ’ t find the book I want . I can ’ t find the book I want . , Why don ’ t you try looking at the database ? Why don ’ t you try looking at the database ? , I checked it already . I checked it already . , Do we have it available ? Do we have it available ? , It wasn ’ t there . It wasn ’ t there . , I guess it is lost . I guess it is lost . , Will you be getting another copy ? Will you be getting another copy ? ," Yes , we will . " " Yes , we will . ", Could you reserve a copy for me ? Could you reserve a copy for me ? , I can do that . I can do that . , That ’ s great . Thanks a lot . "Excuse me , I'm a little lost . Which bus do I take to get to Shi Da ? "," Let's see . From here , you have to take the 278bus . " " Let's see . From here , you have to take the 278bus . "," Oh ok , where do I get off ? " " Oh ok , where do I get off ? ", You should get off at the first Shi Da stop . You should get off at the first Shi Da stop . ," Ok , thanks ... " " Ok , thanks ... "," You're new at this , huh ? " " You're new at this , huh ? "," No , is it difficult ? " " No , is it difficult ? "," No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off . " " No , it's quite simple . When you get on , just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off . ", How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? ," Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus . " " Only 15 NT per section . Oh look , that is your bus . "," Wow , I can't thank you enough . " " Wow , I can't thank you enough . ", Don't mention it . I am going on my first date tonight . Can you give me some suggestions about what to wear ? ," Well , I think you look very pretty in your polka dot purple dress with your hair piled at the rear . That makes you very graceful and mysterious . " " Well , I think you look very pretty in your polka dot purple dress with your hair piled at the rear . That makes you very graceful and mysterious . "," Yeah , that's a good idea . Let me try it . " " Yeah , that's a good idea . Let me try it . ", Remember to match it with your glittering star-shaped necklace . Very attractive on formal occasions . Remember to match it with your glittering star-shaped necklace . Very attractive on formal occasions . , Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ? Do I look more mature in the highheel shoes ? ," Sure , more elegant and taller . " " Sure , more elegant and taller . ", I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color . I shall wear light make-up instead of heavy . The face powder will lighten my skin color . ," If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you . " " If I were your date , I would be so charmed by you . ", Thank you . Do you have sport shirts for ladies ? , There are different types . Which one do you like best ? There are different types . Which one do you like best ? , I think the red one fits me well . Can I try it on ? I think the red one fits me well . Can I try it on ? ," Surely , of course . " " Surely , of course . ", Where is the fitting room ? Where is the fitting room ? ," It's there , near the mirror . " "Driver , bring me to the station . ", OK . OK . , Can you please speed up ? I am catching the train . Can you please speed up ? I am catching the train . , I am sorry . There is a speed limit . I am sorry . There is a speed limit . ," Oh , my god . " "Hello , can I help you ? "," Yes , my engine warning light is on . " " Yes , my engine warning light is on . ", How long has it been on for ? How long has it been on for ? , Just since today . Just since today . ," You can still drive , without problems . " " You can still drive , without problems . ", It runs fine . It runs fine . ," Let's check it out . There'll be a $ 45 charge to check it over . If you fix it with us , we'll include the $ 45 into your repair . " " Let's check it out . There'll be a $ 45 charge to check it over . If you fix it with us , we'll include the $ 45 into your repair . ", Okay . Okay . ," Please write down your address and phone number , and sign here . " " Please write down your address and phone number , and sign here . ", Okay . Okay . , It'll be about an hour . Are you going to wait ? It'll be about an hour . Are you going to wait ? ," No , you can give a call when you have done checking . " " No , you can give a call when you have done checking . ", No problem . "Come in , please . "," Good morning , sir ! " " Good morning , sir ! "," Good morning , please make yourself comfortable . " " Good morning , please make yourself comfortable . "," Thank you , sir . " " Thank you , sir . "," Your name and examination number , please . " " Your name and examination number , please . "," My name is Du Tao , number 3 . " " My name is Du Tao , number 3 . ", Pardon ? Pardon ? , Du Tao . D-U for Du and T-A - 0 for Tao . Du Tao . D-U for Du and T-A - 0 for Tao . ," Yes , Mr . Du , when were you born ? " " Yes , Mr . Du , when were you born ? "," I was born on January 1st , 1988 . I ’ m 20 years old now . " " I was born on January 1st , 1988 . I ’ m 20 years old now . ", Where do you live ? Where do you live ? ," I ’ m living at Room 222 , Building 18 , N . P . U . " " I ’ m living at Room 222 , Building 18 , N . P . U . ", Can you leave me your phone number ? Can you leave me your phone number ? ," Gladly , 8962105 2 . " Good afternoon . Is this the Roley Hotel ? ," Yes , madam . May I help you ? " " Yes , madam . May I help you ? ", Yes . I ’ m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys . I need to make a reservation for Mr . Alex Brent . Yes . I ’ m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys . I need to make a reservation for Mr . Alex Brent . ," Fine , madam . When will Mr . Brent be arriving , and how many nights will he be staying ? " Welcome to our International Business Counter . How can I help ? , Hello . I'm trying to track down some documents due to arrive any day on our new L / C . Hello . I'm trying to track down some documents due to arrive any day on our new L / C . ," Not a problem . Could you tell me you L / C number , please ? " " Not a problem . Could you tell me you L / C number , please ? ", It's TH 15699324873 0 . It's TH 15699324873 0 . ," OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ? " " OK , just checking for you ... yes , they have arrived . How would you like me to handle them ? ", Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ? Would it be possible to transfer them to IBA Bank ? , That's fine . I'll get on with that for you right now . "What's up , buddy ? You look so upset . ", I just broke up with a girl . Why didn't she understand that I loved her ? I just broke up with a girl . Why didn't she understand that I loved her ? , I'm sorry to hear that . What's your conflict ? I'm sorry to hear that . What's your conflict ? ," I don't know . She always said I didn't love her , but I did . " " I don't know . She always said I didn't love her , but I did . ", Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call . Did you think about talking to her again ? Maybe she is waiting for your call . ," I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet . " " I have asked for a talk again , but she refused and said she wanted to be quiet . "," Come on , guy . Maybe she isn't your right person . " "Hello , Mr . Black , how are you ? "," Fine , thank you , and how are you ? " " Fine , thank you , and how are you ? "," Very well , thank you . It's nice to meet you again . I am awfully sorry for not being able to meet you at the airport , as I was busy yesterday . I do hope you had a very enjoyable trip from New York . " " Very well , thank you . It's nice to meet you again . I am awfully sorry for not being able to meet you at the airport , as I was busy yesterday . I do hope you had a very enjoyable trip from New York . "," Yes , a very pleasant journey indeed . Thank you . " " Yes , a very pleasant journey indeed . Thank you . ", How are you getting along with your business ? How are you getting along with your business ? ," Not bad . The fur market is not very brisk lately , but the selling season is advancing near . I hope there will be more buyers in the market this year . " " Not bad . The fur market is not very brisk lately , but the selling season is advancing near . I hope there will be more buyers in the market this year . "," I hope we can do more business together . Though we are satisfied with our past trade record , there are still possibilities for more business . In the meantime , let's discuss other spheres of cooperation , such as investment , technology transfer and technical assistance . " "Jenny , you're too lazy . You should do some exercise . See , you're getting fat . "," Dad , it's raining outside . " " Dad , it's raining outside . ", That is your excuse . That is your excuse . ," All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon . " " All right , all right , I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon . ", Not just today . Go exercise everyday ! "Excuse me , where am I on this map ? "," You're right here , bus station , we are in the center of the city . " " You're right here , bus station , we are in the center of the city . ", Which bus should I take to railway station ? Which bus should I take to railway station ? , You can take a No . 2 bus here . You can take a No . 2 bus here . , Where am I supposed to change ? Where am I supposed to change ? , At Longing Street . Happy Thanksgiving ! ," You , too . " " You , too . ", Let's have pumpkin pie . Let's have pumpkin pie . , It's my favorite . What are we going to eat for dinner ? , Are you going to cook anything ? Are you going to cook anything ? , I didn't plan on cooking tonight . I didn't plan on cooking tonight . ," If you're hungry , then cook something . " " If you're hungry , then cook something . ", I don't know what to make . I don't know what to make . , Tell me what you want to eat . Tell me what you want to eat . , I've been craving chicken and potatoes . I've been craving chicken and potatoes . , I'd like that . I'd like that . , Are you going to cook it tonight ? Are you going to cook it tonight ? , I'm really not going to cook tonight . I'm really not going to cook tonight . ," Okay , I guess I'll cook . " " Okay , I guess I'll cook . ", Why don't you start cooking then ? "Well , how was your honeymoon ? "," It was fantastic ! We had such a good time . The only problem was that because it was their high season , we spent hours queuing . " " It was fantastic ! We had such a good time . The only problem was that because it was their high season , we spent hours queuing . ", Peak periods always entail hours of queuing . At least you got a nice tan though ! Peak periods always entail hours of queuing . At least you got a nice tan though ! ," Yes , Florida had great weather while we were there . You look tan , too . Did you go somewhere ? " " Yes , Florida had great weather while we were there . You look tan , too . Did you go somewhere ? ", My friends and I just got back from Bali . My friends and I just got back from Bali . ," Wow ! Bali Islands have some of the best beaches in the world , don't they ? " " Wow ! Bali Islands have some of the best beaches in the world , don't they ? "," Yes , we were lucky . My friend's father owns a resort on one of the islands , so we were able to stay for free . " " Yes , we were lucky . My friend's father owns a resort on one of the islands , so we were able to stay for free . ", Did you go diving while you were there ? Did you go diving while you were there ? ," I took a few diving classes , but I didn't really like it , so I did snorkeling instead ! " " I took a few diving classes , but I didn't really like it , so I did snorkeling instead ! ", Did you take any pictures in the ocean ? Did you take any pictures in the ocean ? , I've got quite a few pictures of all different kinds of fish . I'll show them to you next time I see you . I've got quite a few pictures of all different kinds of fish . I'll show them to you next time I see you . , Have you started planning your christmas vacation yet ? Have you started planning your christmas vacation yet ? , We're planning on going skiing in Switzerland . Do you ski ? We're planning on going skiing in Switzerland . Do you ski ? ," No , but I do like snowboarding . " " No , but I do like snowboarding . ", Would you like to go skiing with us for christmas ? Would you like to go skiing with us for christmas ? , I'll talk to my husband about it ; I'm sure he'll say yes ! He loves Switzerland ! I'll talk to my husband about it ; I'm sure he'll say yes ! He loves Switzerland ! , It is Europe's spotless land of lakes and mountains ! Let me know as soon as you can so we can get a discount . "Look , I've got a problem here . Will you help me ? "," I'm not sure if I can , but I'll try . " May I take your order ? , What's the specialty of the house ? What's the specialty of the house ? , The baked fish in tomato sauce is pretty good . The baked fish in tomato sauce is pretty good . , I like fish . Please bring me an order of that . I like fish . Please bring me an order of that . , Do you want some dessert ? Do you want some dessert ? ," Apple pie , please . " " Apple pie , please . ", Single or double ? Single or double ? , Make it two . "Tom , did you see the film last night ? "," Yes , I did , I thought it was a failure . " " Yes , I did , I thought it was a failure . ", Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ? Do you really think so ? I don't think so . It wasn't that bad film at all . Didn't you hear the applause of the audience ? ," Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion . " " Well , maybe so . But I still think everyone has their rights of their own opinion . "," Well , i don't see the point of arguing this . " Would you like to rent the house ? ," You bet , as long as I can collect enough money . " " You bet , as long as I can collect enough money . ", I can lend some to you . I can lend some to you . , Aren't you crazy ? I'm sorry I'm late . , Better late than never . "Honey , where did you buy this skirt ? ", In the market . Any problem ? In the market . Any problem ? , Nothing . I am just checking . "Doctor , may I ask my mother ’ s condition ? "," Well , you'd better sit down for this . It has been terminal lung cancer . " " Well , you'd better sit down for this . It has been terminal lung cancer . ", Oh my god . Please save her life . Oh my god . Please save her life . ," We ’ ll try our best , but you'd better prepare for the worst . " " We ’ ll try our best , but you'd better prepare for the worst . "," I see , D . But I plead you to help her . " " I see , D . But I plead you to help her . ", I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation . I have said that we will try our best . You can trust us . But you know her situation . , How long do you expect her to live ? How long do you expect her to live ? , About half a year . Taxi . , Yes . Where would you like to go ? Yes . Where would you like to go ? ," Central Park , please , but can you make a stop at Union Square ? I wanna pick up my friend there . " " Central Park , please , but can you make a stop at Union Square ? I wanna pick up my friend there . ", Of course . Of course . , How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square . How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square . ," Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon . " " Well . That depends on traffic , you know . It's pretty heavy this afternoon . ", Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late . Can you make it in 15 mins . I am already 10 mins late . , I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ? I'll try . Where exactly is your friend waiting ? ," On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ? " " On the 14th Street side . Oh , we are already at the 16th Street . You are fast . Can you make a left at the next corner ? ", You've got it . You've got it . ," I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is . " " I think he is around here . Can you slow down ? Ah , there he is . "," Here we are , Central Park ! " " Here we are , Central Park ! ", Thank you . How much is it ? Thank you . How much is it ? ," Well , it's $ 12 . " " Well , it's $ 12 . ", Here's $ 15 . Keep the change . Here's $ 15 . Keep the change . , Thank you . "Hey , you have been promoted to president of the department . ", All this is thanks to the efforts of my superiors and colleagues . All this is thanks to the efforts of my superiors and colleagues . , You are so smart . Your efforts in the success of the plan were outstanding . You are so smart . Your efforts in the success of the plan were outstanding . , I just did what I should have done . I just did what I should have done . , You ’ Ve got a great personality . You ’ Ve got a great personality . , Thank you for your compliments . I will try even harder to repay the company and your support . Thank you for your compliments . I will try even harder to repay the company and your support . , I believe you will . I ’ m very pleased with your work . Your promotion will contribute to the development of the company . I believe you will . I ’ m very pleased with your work . Your promotion will contribute to the development of the company . , Thanks for saying so . Excuse me . I need to refill this prescription . , It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills . It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills . ," Yes , I need to refill it today . " " Yes , I need to refill it today . "," Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice . " " Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice . ", I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not . I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not . ," Well , it looks like you have.You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription . " " Well , it looks like you have.You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription . "," Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out.Can you just refill it once more ? " " Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out.Can you just refill it once more ? "," I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription.And this prescription has run out . " " I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription.And this prescription has run out . ", But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription . But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription . ," Miss , I understand your problem.But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription.It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it.We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never . " " Miss , I understand your problem.But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription.It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it.We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never . ", But I have a prescription . I just need more of it . But I have a prescription . I just need more of it . ," A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law.You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you . " " A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law.You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you . "," Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor.It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor . " " Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor.It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor . "," Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens.But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry . " " Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens.But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry . "," This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it . " " This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it . ", Maybe that's true . I don't know.But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too . "Professor , excuse me , but I need to leave early . ", What seems to be the problem ? What seems to be the problem ? , I am not feeling well . I am not feeling well . , What is bothering you ? What is bothering you ? , I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack . I think I am beginning to have an asthma attack . , Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ? Would you like someone to walk you over to the Student Health Center ? ," No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there . " " No , I think that I should just go home because I have some medicine there . ", Do you need a ride home ? Do you need a ride home ? ," I live in the dorms across the street , so I ’ ll be OK . " " I live in the dorms across the street , so I ’ ll be OK . "," OK , then , hope you feel better soon . Check your e-mail for missed assignments . " How about your study at college ? , I was doing quite well at college . I completed my MBA degree in international trade with first-class honors . I was doing quite well at college . I completed my MBA degree in international trade with first-class honors . , Why did you select your college ? Why did you select your college ? , I selected my college because it had an excellent academic reputation . I selected my college because it had an excellent academic reputation . , What do you like doing in your spare time ? What do you like doing in your spare time ? , My favorite recreation is cooking . I learned to cook Chinese dishes and western style dishes as well . It keeps me busy and makes me happy . "We agree to give you a break on the price , all together a discount of 6 % . Good news is , I talked to my boss , he confirmed that if you take care of the shipping costs , we'll throw in insurance . "," Great ! I'd love to get a little better discount than 6 % , but if your company provides the insurance , that will save us a few bucks ... " " Great ! I'd love to get a little better discount than 6 % , but if your company provides the insurance , that will save us a few bucks ... "," Now , all this is available to you , as far as you make payment within a 30 day grace period . That shouldn't be a problem , right ? " " Now , all this is available to you , as far as you make payment within a 30 day grace period . That shouldn't be a problem , right ? "," No ... We shouldn't have any problem with that . I know we talked about a possibility for 90 days , but we won't be needing that after your discounted price . " " No ... We shouldn't have any problem with that . I know we talked about a possibility for 90 days , but we won't be needing that after your discounted price . "," So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday . " " So , if all this is agreeable to you , I'll put it all down on paper and fax a contract to you this afternoon . If you can get a signed version of the contract we've agreed upon back to me by tomorrow morning , we can go ahead and make arrangements to ship the product on Tuesday . ", Great ! Do you have cold medicine ? ," Yes , but do you have a prescription with you ? " " Yes , but do you have a prescription with you ? "," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", I'm afraid you can't buy any medicine without a prescription from a doctor . I'm afraid you can't buy any medicine without a prescription from a doctor . , I have a headache . Is there anything I can buy without a prescription ? I have a headache . Is there anything I can buy without a prescription ? , Then you can buy Aspirin . Then you can buy Aspirin . , I will take the Aspirin then . And have you a small first-aid kit ? I will take the Aspirin then . And have you a small first-aid kit ? ," Yes , here this is . " " Yes , here this is . ", I'll take it too . I'll take it too . , Thank you and take care . I would like to withdraw my money and close my account please . , May I see your passbook . May I see your passbook . , Here you are . Here you are . , This is a sizable sum . Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr . Lee ? This is a sizable sum . Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr . Lee ? , I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account . I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account . , I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ’ s approval . I see . Well for this amount I will have to get my manager ’ s approval . , No problem . I ’ ll wait over there . No problem . I ’ ll wait over there . ," Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there . " " Thank you . This should only be a few minutes . If you would like , there is coffee by those sofas over there . "," No , thanks . Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash . " Mmm . Nice and crunchy . And they leave a space uncovered for you to hold ... , They're so much fun to eat . You can suck all the coating off first ... They're so much fun to eat . You can suck all the coating off first ... , Or just stuff the whole thing in your mouth at once ! Or just stuff the whole thing in your mouth at once ! , But that way you're not savoring it . But that way you're not savoring it . , Whatever . Give me another pack . Whatever . Give me another pack . , Hey ! The movie hasn't even started and they're almost gone ! What do you do for a living ? , I ’ m a doctor . I ’ m a doctor . , Really ? Do you like it ? Really ? Do you like it ? ," Yes , I do . It ’ s very interesting . What ’ s your job ? " " Yes , I do . It ’ s very interesting . What ’ s your job ? ", I ’ m a bus driver . I ’ m a bus driver . ," Oh , do you enjoy it ? " " Oh , do you enjoy it ? "," No , I don ’ t really like it . It ’ s boring . " We are through . , Why ? Why ? ," Why ? Isn't it obvious ? First you impose way too much on me , and I'm tired away . Second , you stood me up on the Valentine's Day . " " Why ? Isn't it obvious ? First you impose way too much on me , and I'm tired away . Second , you stood me up on the Valentine's Day . "," I'm very sorry for that , but I sent you several messages to explain , my mom was seriously ill , and I had to look afer her . " " I'm very sorry for that , but I sent you several messages to explain , my mom was seriously ill , and I had to look afer her . "," But I ended up with finding out lady that night , that you were with other girl at cafe near your home . " " But I ended up with finding out lady that night , that you were with other girl at cafe near your home . ", That girl was my cousin . That girl was my cousin . , You've got so many cousins . I called you later that night . But you didn't have the guts to answer the phone . You've got so many cousins . I called you later that night . But you didn't have the guts to answer the phone . , I didn't take my cellphone with me at that time . I didn't take my cellphone with me at that time . , I don't buy a story . I don't buy a story . ," I know you don't hear me right know , please calm down . Anyway , I don't wanna part . I'll drop by tomorrow . " " I know you don't hear me right know , please calm down . Anyway , I don't wanna part . I'll drop by tomorrow . "," No , don't , I don't want to see you anymore . Don't ever call me again . " Good morning . How are you ? ," I'm very worried , doctor " " I'm very worried , doctor ", Oh ? What are you worried about ? Oh ? What are you worried about ? , I'm afraid that I'm very ill . I'm afraid that I'm very ill . , I'm sorry to hear that . Why do you think so ? I'm sorry to hear that . Why do you think so ? ," Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite . My wife cooks me delicious meals but I can only eat a little . " " Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite . My wife cooks me delicious meals but I can only eat a little . ", How do you sleep ? How do you sleep ? ," Very badly , doctor . " " Very badly , doctor . "," Do you find it difficult to get to sleep , or do you wake up early ? " " Do you find it difficult to get to sleep , or do you wake up early ? "," Both , doctor . I never get to sleep until two o'clock and I always wake up at five . " " Both , doctor . I never get to sleep until two o'clock and I always wake up at five . ", Are you worried about anything ? Are you worried about anything ? ," Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake . " " Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake . ", I see . please take off your shirt and lie down on the couch . I see . please take off your shirt and lie down on the couch . ," Yes , doctor . ( The doctor examines the patient ) " " Yes , doctor . ( The doctor examines the patient ) "," Well , there's nothing very much wrong with you , I'm glad to say.You ' re working too hard and worrying too much.Do you take much exercise ? " " Well , there's nothing very much wrong with you , I'm glad to say.You ' re working too hard and worrying too much.Do you take much exercise ? "," No , doctor . I never have enough time for exercise . I start work very early in the morning and finish late in the evening . Then I can't get to sleep . Can you give me some medicine to help me to sleep ? " " No , doctor . I never have enough time for exercise . I start work very early in the morning and finish late in the evening . Then I can't get to sleep . Can you give me some medicine to help me to sleep ? "," I can , but I'm not going to . You don't need medicine . You need advice . Don't work so hard . Too much work is bad for you . Don't worry about your work.It ' s silly to worry . Take regular exercise . " " I can , but I'm not going to . You don't need medicine . You need advice . Don't work so hard . Too much work is bad for you . Don't worry about your work.It ' s silly to worry . Take regular exercise . "," But I may lose my job , doctor ! It's hard to get a job like mine . " " But I may lose my job , doctor ! It's hard to get a job like mine . "," Then get an easier one , even if you earn less money . Which would you rather have , health or wealth ? " " Then get an easier one , even if you earn less money . Which would you rather have , health or wealth ? "," You're right , doctor . It's more important to be healthy than wealthy . I'll change my job . I'm grateful for your advice . " " You're right , doctor . It's more important to be healthy than wealthy . I'll change my job . I'm grateful for your advice . ", Come and see me again in a month's time . I think you'll be a different man ! The music has started . , How do you like this waltz ? How do you like this waltz ? , It's very nice . It's very nice . , May I ask you for a dance ? May I ask you for a dance ? , Certainly . Certainly . , You are doing the waltz wonderfully well . You are doing the waltz wonderfully well . ," Thanks . I'm glad you say so . Oh , the music has stopped . " Mr . Emory ? I ’ d appreciate it if you would look over these letters before you leave today . , I ’ d be glad to . Just leave them on my desk . I didn ’ t expect you to finish so soon . I ’ d be glad to . Just leave them on my desk . I didn ’ t expect you to finish so soon . ," Thank you , sir . I ’ ll leave them here . If there are no problems , I ’ ll mail them out this afternoon . " " Thank you , sir . I ’ ll leave them here . If there are no problems , I ’ ll mail them out this afternoon . ", Great . Good work . "Hello , this is Mr . Simon . May I help you ? "," Hello , this is Wang Li . I want to know the status of the position . " " Hello , this is Wang Li . I want to know the status of the position . "," Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer on the matter . It's pending now . " " Sorry , I can't give you an immediate answer on the matter . It's pending now . ", When can I know whether I'm accepted or not ? When can I know whether I'm accepted or not ? , In about 3 to 4 days . I went bungee jumping yesterday . It was so exciting . , Do you really enjoy such dangerous sports ? Do you really enjoy such dangerous sports ? ," Yes , They are great fun and very challenging , too . Some day I'll want to try deep-sea diving and rock-climbing , too . " " Yes , They are great fun and very challenging , too . Some day I'll want to try deep-sea diving and rock-climbing , too . ", You are a real fan of extreme sports . You are a real fan of extreme sports . , Yes . I love facing danger and overcoming it . It has become part of my life . "Hello , Ms . Murphy ? ", Yes ? Who ’ s calling ? Yes ? Who ’ s calling ? ," It ’ s John Anderson . I ’ m afraid I ’ m going to be out sick today . I ’ Ve got a nasty cold . I hope you don ’ t mind , ma ’ am . " " It ’ s John Anderson . I ’ m afraid I ’ m going to be out sick today . I ’ Ve got a nasty cold . I hope you don ’ t mind , ma ’ am . "," No , that ’ s no problem . I ’ m sorry to hear you ’ re not feeling well . Get some rest . If you need to see a doctor , let me know . " "Ange , can your dog do any tricks yet ? "," Oh , yeah ! He can sit down , roll over , and even play dead . " " Oh , yeah ! He can sit down , roll over , and even play dead . ", Really ? Does he chase balls ? Really ? Does he chase balls ? ," Yup.Hey , do you want to see a picture ? See , he's eating lunch . " " Yup.Hey , do you want to see a picture ? See , he's eating lunch . "," This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines . " " This can't be the same dog . He's so clean , he shines . "," See , he's wagging his tail . " " See , he's wagging his tail . ", He's really cute . His bowl even has his name on it . You are late . ," I'm sorry , it was too cold , and my car couldn't start . I had one to the garage with the heater . I tried to call you , but you couldn't get connection . " " I'm sorry , it was too cold , and my car couldn't start . I had one to the garage with the heater . I tried to call you , but you couldn't get connection . ", Couldn't get connection ? Couldn't get connection ? ," Yes , your number is out of service . " " Yes , your number is out of service . ", Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right . Really ? I didn't know . Let me check . You're right . , So I couldn't get through . So I couldn't get through . ," It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ? " " It's a serious problem . I make expecting an important call . The theater is guilty . It supposed to call me this evening , and discuss my play . What were happened if they can't reach me ? "," Well , the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service . " "Can I borrow one of your pens , Amy ? "," Take your pick , Julie . " "Has your son started school yet , Tom ? "," Next week , it ’ s going to be quite a shock for him ! " " Next week , it ’ s going to be quite a shock for him ! ", He ’ ll get used to it . They always do . I still remember when my daughter started . Are you going with him on his first day ? He ’ ll get used to it . They always do . I still remember when my daughter started . Are you going with him on his first day ? , You bet . I wouldn ’ t miss it ! Is there any chance to further study ? , Nope . Our company is private-owned and its profit is the biggest issue . We don't think that further study has anything to do with our development and profit-making . Nope . Our company is private-owned and its profit is the biggest issue . We don't think that further study has anything to do with our development and profit-making . , Do you have training program or plan for employees ? Do you have training program or plan for employees ? , Nope . We just hope our employees will make profit for us . "Good morning , Mr Zhang , I wonder whether you have got an answer from your superior . "," Yes , we had a meting about it yesterday afternoon . " " Yes , we had a meting about it yesterday afternoon . ", What's the answer ? What's the answer ? ," We decided that we could agree to your price , but we are a bit worried about the slow delivery . " " We decided that we could agree to your price , but we are a bit worried about the slow delivery . "," Let me see . I quoted your delivery in three months , didn't I ? " " Let me see . I quoted your delivery in three months , didn't I ? "," Yes , but we hope that the wool could reach us as soon as possible . " " Yes , but we hope that the wool could reach us as soon as possible . "," I thought you would be worried about it . So I rang Auckland last night . As you are our biggest customer , they agreed to ship the order on the first vessel available that will leave Auckland next month . " " I thought you would be worried about it . So I rang Auckland last night . As you are our biggest customer , they agreed to ship the order on the first vessel available that will leave Auckland next month . "," Good , if you agree we'll draft the agreement right away and sign it then . " " Good , if you agree we'll draft the agreement right away and sign it then . ", By all means . Is there anything I can do for you ? , I haver run out of gas . I haver run out of gas . , What kind of oil do you want ? What kind of oil do you want ? ," Premium , please . By the way , please don't fill it up . Two gallons will be fine . " " Premium , please . By the way , please don't fill it up . Two gallons will be fine . ", No problem . "What else , Ma'am ? "," No , thanks . My husband said , We'd like to pay now . " " No , thanks . My husband said , We'd like to pay now . ", Let me show you to the cashier's . It's 905 yuan in total . Let me show you to the cashier's . It's 905 yuan in total . , What ? Where does that five come from ? What ? Where does that five come from ? ," Oh , it's a service charge . " " Oh , it's a service charge . ", But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ? But I only have 900 in cash here . Can you let it go for 900 yuan ? ," Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule . " " Sorry , but we can't do that . It's store's rule . ", My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ? My husband said he had a credit card . Do you accept credit card ? , Yes . Yes . , Great . Here it is . Great . Here it is . ," Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ? " " Here is the receipt . Wanna to have it wrapped , Ma'am ? "," Yes , please . Thank you very much . " " Yes , please . Thank you very much . ", It'll be great to have you again . It'll be great to have you again . , Thank you very much . "She is so beautiful , isn't she ? ", Who ? Who ? , Julia Roberts . Julia Roberts . ," Yeah , she is so charming . I like her , too . " " Yeah , she is so charming . I like her , too . ", It's said that her new movie is going to come out . It's said that her new movie is going to come out . , What's the movie about ? What's the movie about ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ? Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know nothing about ? ," I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities . " " I already told you , because Julia Roberts is in it . I like her because she is not only a great actor but also is very generous to give a lot to many kinds of charities . "," Yeah , she is great . I also admire her for her concern about society . " "OK , so this is our newest machine . It was only installed last year . ", What's the running speed of the machine ? What's the running speed of the machine ? ," About 1,500 metres per minute . It's one of the fastest in the world . We had a few problems with it after start-up but it's running very well now . " " About 1,500 metres per minute . It's one of the fastest in the world . We had a few problems with it after start-up but it's running very well now . ", And what's the maximum output ? And what's the maximum output ? ," If we're running at full capacity , it's 160,000 tonnes per annum . " Good afternoon . I believe that this house is for sale . , That's right . That's right . , May I have a look at it please ? May I have a look at it please ? ," Yes , of course . Come in . " " Yes , of course . Come in . ", How long have you lived here ? How long have you lived here ? , I have lived here for twenty years . I have lived here for twenty years . , Twenty years ! That's a long time . Twenty years ! That's a long time . ," Yes , I have been here since 1976 . " " Yes , I have been here since 1976 . ", Then why do you want to sell it ? Then why do you want to sell it ? , Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country . Because I have just retired . I want to buy a small house in the country . , How much does this house cost ? How much does this house cost ? , 6850 pound . 6850 pound . , That's a lot of money ! That's a lot of money ! , It's worth every penny of it . It's worth every penny of it . ," Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first . " " Well , I like the house , but I can't decide yet . My wife must see it first . ", Women always have the last word . There's been a dramatic change in the weather pattern . , Don't tell me it affects our flight . Don't tell me it affects our flight . , It has been delayed . It has been delayed . , Did they say for how long ? Did they say for how long ? ," No , but probably until there is a break in the storm . " " No , but probably until there is a break in the storm . "," So we can't really go anywhere , can we ? " " So we can't really go anywhere , can we ? ", I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates . I think it's smart to stay close to the gate so we can hear the updates . , I brought some cards . Are you up for a long game ? Fancy seeing you here 。 Lily . , Yeah.What a surprise ! Yeah.What a surprise ! , How's everything going ? How's everything going ? , Fine.thanks . "Hey Michelle , jump in quick . It's pouring out there ! "," Oh , hi Melissa . Are you going to the conference too ? I was planning to pick up Mr . Campbell . " " Oh , hi Melissa . Are you going to the conference too ? I was planning to pick up Mr . Campbell . "," Yes , he told me . We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference . " " Yes , he told me . We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference . "," Oh I see , okay . So I heard you got married . Congratulations ! " " Oh I see , okay . So I heard you got married . Congratulations ! "," Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful . " " Ah thank you ! I'm very excited . We were going to get married next year , but then we decided to get married on holiday instead . It was wonderful . "," That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money ! " " That sounds so romantic ! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year , but we had to postpone our plans . We just don't have the money ! "," I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ? " " I know what you mean . I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive , don't you ? "," I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home . " " I sure do . In my opinion , it's actually becoming more expensive than back home . "," Definitely . Oh , there's Mr . Campbell . Driver , can you stop here please ? " "Bill , do you know when did the Chinese begin to celebrate Teachers ' Day ? ", I know the Chinese teachers had their first festival in 1985 . I know the Chinese teachers had their first festival in 1985 . ," So , it is the 27th Teachers ' Day . " " So , it is the 27th Teachers ' Day . ", What will you do on Teachers ' Day ? What will you do on Teachers ' Day ? , I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ? I am going to send Mr . Li some flowers . What about you ? , I intend to invite him to dinner . "You're going to abandon me , just like that ? "," I'm sorry , but I've got an important job to do . " "I'd like to see a tea set , please ? ", How about the Japanese ones ? How about the Japanese ones ? ," They're OK , but I prefer chinese ones . " " They're OK , but I prefer chinese ones . "," Oh , I see . I'll show you some . " Let's do something really nice for our family this Christmas . , What did you have in mind ? What did you have in mind ? , I don't know yet . I don't know yet . , I just know I want to get out of the mindless gift trap . I just know I want to get out of the mindless gift trap . , I know what you mean . I know what you mean . , I want to give a gift that is really meaningful . I want to give a gift that is really meaningful . , Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them . Or do something that shows we have spent time thinking about them . , Or what only we are able to give them . "Good morning , mom . "," Good morning , sweetie . You finally got up . " " Good morning , sweetie . You finally got up . ", I'm still sleepy . I'm still sleepy . , Did you stay up late last night ? Did you stay up late last night ? ," No , I couldn't fall asleep last night . " "Hey , Trev ! How did the shopping go ? ", “ You ain't nothing ' but a hound-dog ... ” “ You ain't nothing ' but a hound-dog ... ” ," Trev , are you OK ? " " Trev , are you OK ? ", Of course I'm OK ! I just bought a bunch of classic Elvis records ! Of course I'm OK ! I just bought a bunch of classic Elvis records ! , Aren't you lucky . The vintage-clock guy is driving a hard bargain . So I have nothing . Aren't you lucky . The vintage-clock guy is driving a hard bargain . So I have nothing . , No sweat . Just go back and talk him down . Here comes Wei . Do you two know each other ? ," Yeah , we were classmates when I was in university . " How may I help you ? , I would like you to be my lawyer . I would like you to be my lawyer . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , I ’ m going on trial . I ’ m going on trial . , What is your trial about ? What is your trial about ? , It ’ s a felony charge . It ’ s a felony charge . , I ’ d be glad to help . I ’ d be glad to help . , How much do you charge ? How much do you charge ? , My rate is $ 150 an hour . My rate is $ 150 an hour . , That ’ s highway robbery . That ’ s highway robbery . , I don ’ t know what to tell you . I don ’ t know what to tell you . , Okay . You ’ re hired . Did you work in a charity organization ? ," Yeah , I had been in the charity organization for 2 months and I learned a lot from that experience , including love , sympathy , equality , and so on . " " Yeah , I had been in the charity organization for 2 months and I learned a lot from that experience , including love , sympathy , equality , and so on . ", In what way did those social activities have impact on your mind ? In what way did those social activities have impact on your mind ? ," I think it had direct impact on my way of thinking . I learned to look at people and things from an overall perspective . In that case , I am not easy to be edgy . " Are you still busy today ? , It seems to be . How about you today ? It seems to be . How about you today ? ," Fine , honey . Rome couldn't be built with in one day . " " Fine , honey . Rome couldn't be built with in one day . "," OK , I'll find the time to relax soon . " " OK , I'll find the time to relax soon . "," Take care , honey . I am always expecting you . " Mike's really angry . , I wonder Why . You ran into my car . , That was my fault . I'm sorry . That was my fault . I'm sorry . , You messed up my car . You messed up my car . , I don't see any damage . I don't see any damage . , My rear bumper is messed up . My rear bumper is messed up . , I don't see anything wrong with it . I don't see anything wrong with it . , It's smashed in . It's smashed in . , That's not my fault . That's not my fault . , The same thing is wrong with your bumper . The same thing is wrong with your bumper . , I'll take care of everything . I just need your phone number and insurance . I'll take care of everything . I just need your phone number and insurance . , I need your information too . I need your information too . , Here you go . Shall we go to a movie tonight ? , That's a good idea.What ' s on ? That's a good idea.What ' s on ? , Gone with the Wind . Gone with the Wind . , What's it about ? What's it about ? ," Sorry , I've no idea . " Do you want to try the new coffee here ? , Great . I ’ ll have a shot . Have you seen the news today ? , Not yet . What happened ? Not yet . What happened ? , Did you know there was a blackout last night ? Did you know there was a blackout last night ? ," Yes , I heard the lights were out all night . " " Yes , I heard the lights were out all night . "," Well , some people decided to loot last night . " " Well , some people decided to loot last night . ", I don't understand . I don't understand . , They took advantage of the blackout . They took advantage of the blackout . , They really started looting ? They really started looting ? ," Yes , apparently four stores were broken into . " " Yes , apparently four stores were broken into . ", Did the looters get caught ? Did the looters get caught ? , There was no evidence of who did it . There was no evidence of who did it . , Hopefully we won't have any more blackouts . "What's the matter with you , Paul ? ", I'm not feeling well . I think I'm having a cold . I'm not feeling well . I think I'm having a cold . , Looks like it.You need to drink a lot of water and take a good rest . Looks like it.You need to drink a lot of water and take a good rest . ," Yeah , I will . " I've heard of ground-level ozone but can you explain what it is exactly ? ," Yes , it's one of the main air pollutants . Factories don't emit it directly into the air . It's actually formed when nitrogen oxides and VOC emissions come into contact with heat and sunlight . " " Yes , it's one of the main air pollutants . Factories don't emit it directly into the air . It's actually formed when nitrogen oxides and VOC emissions come into contact with heat and sunlight . ", Sorry ? What does VOC stand for ? Sorry ? What does VOC stand for ? ," Oh , Vous are ' volatile organic compounds ' . That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint . " " Oh , Vous are ' volatile organic compounds ' . That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint . "," So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ? " " So , what damage does ozone do to the environment ? "," Well , it can cause smog , which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties . " I don't want to do the damn dishes . , Watch your language or you'll be spending the weekend in your room . Good Morning . What can I do for you ? ," Good Morning , I have a bad cough , and I want to see an internist . " " Good Morning , I have a bad cough , and I want to see an internist . ", Do you have a registration card ? Do you have a registration card ? ," No , I don ’ t . I ' m a tourist . " " No , I don ’ t . I ' m a tourist . "," Then you need to register as a new patient . Can I have a look at you ID card ? I need your name , age , occupation , address and contacting number . " " Then you need to register as a new patient . Can I have a look at you ID card ? I need your name , age , occupation , address and contacting number . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thanks . Which kind of medicine do you prefer , western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine ? " " Thanks . Which kind of medicine do you prefer , western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine ? ", I ’ d like to try traditional Chinese medicine . I heard it really works quite well if you know what you're doing . I ’ d like to try traditional Chinese medicine . I heard it really works quite well if you know what you're doing . ," All right . Yes , he does . The registration fee is 7 yuan , please . " I hate doing the damn laundry . , Watch your language . Can I help you ? , I'd like to buy a skirt . I'd like to buy a skirt . , What style would you prefer ? What style would you prefer ? , I like one with flowers on its brim . I like one with flowers on its brim . , Do you like this one ? Do you like this one ? , It seems too short . It seems too short . , What about this one ? What about this one ? , It looks nice . How much is it ? It looks nice . How much is it ? , 70 yuan . 70 yuan . , Is there any cheaper one ? Is there any cheaper one ? , This one is only 50 yuan . This one is only 50 yuan . , I think I'd better take that one you showed me just now . It is better than this one although this one is cheaper . I think I'd better take that one you showed me just now . It is better than this one although this one is cheaper . , All right . All right . , Here is the money . Here is the money . , Thank you . Anything else ? Thank you . Anything else ? ," No , thanks . " "I'm sorry , but I didn't catch what you said . "," I said , "" Do you want me to help you ? "" " " I said , "" Do you want me to help you ? "" "," If you're sure you're not in a hurry , I can use a little help . " " If you're sure you're not in a hurry , I can use a little help . ", OK . Would you like me to get you a cab ? Do you want to buy something here ? , These shoes are great ! What is the price of this ? These shoes are great ! What is the price of this ? , This one is two hundred yuan . This one is two hundred yuan . , That's too much ! "Hi , Mark , did you catch the game last night ? "," No , I was out . Was it worth watching ? " " No , I was out . Was it worth watching ? "," You didn ’ t hear ? Spain won , two to zero . " " You didn ’ t hear ? Spain won , two to zero . "," Oh , really ? So , Spain is through to the next round ? " " Oh , really ? So , Spain is through to the next round ? ", Yeah . The final is next week . You have to watch it . Do you have any other questions ? , I want to know about fees . I want to know about fees . , Which fees ? Which fees ? , Overdraft fees . Overdraft fees . , You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft . You will be required to pay a small fee for every time you overdraft . , How much is the fee ? How much is the fee ? , You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft . You'll have to pay $ 25 every time you overdraft . , That ’ s a small fee ? That ’ s a small fee ? , It should stop you from overdrafting . It should stop you from overdrafting . ," You would think it would , but it most likely won ’ t . " " You would think it would , but it most likely won ’ t . ", Can I help you with anything else ? Can I help you with anything else ? , That ’ s it for today . Thank you . "Which do you like better , orange or lemon ? ", I like orange better . I like orange better . , Why ? Why ? , Because orange is much more to my taste . I need to find somewhere to park . , Off campus or on campus ? Off campus or on campus ? , I need to find a space on campus . I need to find a space on campus . , Why don't you park in the parking structure for students ? Why don't you park in the parking structure for students ? , Where is the parking structure at ? Where is the parking structure at ? , It's on the west side of the campus . It's on the west side of the campus . , Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ? Do you know if the parking structure is full or not ? , It was empty last time I went up there . It was empty last time I went up there . , How long ago was that ? How long ago was that ? , I went up there early this morning . I went up there early this morning . , Do you think it'll be full now ? Do you think it'll be full now ? , It might be . You'll have to go see for yourself . "Excuse me , are you Miss Green ? ", Yes . May I help you ? Yes . May I help you ? , May I introduce myself ? May I introduce myself ? , Yes . Yes . , I ’ m a new student in the school . My name ’ s John . I ’ m a new student in the school . My name ’ s John . ," Nice to meet you , John . " " Nice to meet you , John . "," It ’ s a pleasure to meet you , Miss Green . " Could I have a refund on this ? , I'm afraid you can ’ t . I'm afraid you can ’ t . , Then can I exchange it for something else with the same price ? Then can I exchange it for something else with the same price ? , Just a moment . Let me find out . Our manager Wil be here in a minute . So will you speak to him ? Just a moment . Let me find out . Our manager Wil be here in a minute . So will you speak to him ? , OK . I will . Can you tell me what happened here ? ," Yes . I had a bad traffic accident.Look , my car looks like a squashed coke can . " " Yes . I had a bad traffic accident.Look , my car looks like a squashed coke can . ", Did you see the car before it hit you ? Did you see the car before it hit you ? ," No , I didn't . That car was too fast . " " No , I didn't . That car was too fast . ", Which lane were you in ? Which lane were you in ? , I don't remember . I don't remember . , What was your speed then ? What was your speed then ? , 40 miles per hour . 40 miles per hour . , Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ? Which direction were you coming from ? And which direction were you going ? , Just straight . Just straight . ," OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ? " " OK , please move your vehicle off to the side of the road . We will check on it . Do you feel like you need an ambulance , Miss ? "," No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern . " " No , I didn't get hurt . Thanks for your concern . "," No problem , Miss . " Well it ’ s my first night in Beijing . What should I eat ? , Well you have to try Peking duck . Well you have to try Peking duck . ," Mm , I don ’ t really like duck to be honest with you . I fancy something light . " " Mm , I don ’ t really like duck to be honest with you . I fancy something light . "," Ok , you could try the Peking wonton then . " " Ok , you could try the Peking wonton then . ", That sounds like a good idea . Where should I go to eat that ? That sounds like a good idea . Where should I go to eat that ? ," Actually , I know a great restaurant in Dongcheng . " " Actually , I know a great restaurant in Dongcheng . "," Ok then , I ’ ll follow you . " "I want take shell on a date , but I don ’ t have much money . ", What does she like to do ? What does she like to do ? ," She likes to golf , dance and eat foreign food . " " She likes to golf , dance and eat foreign food . ", Sounds like she has pretty pricy tastes . Sounds like she has pretty pricy tastes . ," Well , I really like being with her . " " Well , I really like being with her . ", Have you thought about going in Dutch ? Have you thought about going in Dutch ? ," Dutch , where is that ? " " Dutch , where is that ? "," Not where , what . Dutch means you both pay your own way . " " Not where , what . Dutch means you both pay your own way . "," Oh , I wonder if she ’ ll go for that . " What can I do for you ? ," I've got a suit , a woolen sweater and a white shirt to wash . " " I've got a suit , a woolen sweater and a white shirt to wash . "," OK , let me see . This white shirt can be washed in water with hands , but this suit and the woolen sweater should be dry-cleaned . " " OK , let me see . This white shirt can be washed in water with hands , but this suit and the woolen sweater should be dry-cleaned . ", That's OK . But that must be costly . That's OK . But that must be costly . ," Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' . " " Yes , the cost for dry-cleaning is three times of that for ordinary laundering . But for suits and sweaters , you can only take them to the dry cleaners ' . "," Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer . " " Oh , my wife just threw them into the washer . "," Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually . " " Did it ever shrink or fade ? Generally speaking , the dark-colored clothes always fade away gradually . ", I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash . I see . The woolen sweater shrunk in the wash . , Never mind . You can leave them to me . Never mind . You can leave them to me . ," Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing . " " Oh , thanks . You know , I know little about this , so please tell me something that I should pay more attention to when I do washing . "," It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know . " " It's very simple . Divide the clothes by the colors , and wash them in cold water . If you've got some special stains on them like sugar , coffee or something else please let the dry cleaner know . ", I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ? I'll keep that in mind . And how much is it altogether ? , That will be 80 Yuan altogether . Here is your invoice . Didn't you say your friend was American ? Where is she going on her honeymoon ? , They're going skiing in Colorado . They're going skiing in Colorado . , What a coincidence ! These pajamas would be perfect to take along on the honeymoon ! What a coincidence ! These pajamas would be perfect to take along on the honeymoon ! ," You're probably right . Oh , what the heck ! I'll take it all ... in maroon , like you said . " "Bob , can I talk to you for a minute ? There have been some developments for the Stewart case that I really need to talk to you about . "," Yeah , what's the matter now ? We've had so much trouble with this case already . Don't tell me there's more bad news . " " Yeah , what's the matter now ? We've had so much trouble with this case already . Don't tell me there's more bad news . "," Well , I'm afraid there is . I have some bad news for you about the results of the forensic tests ... there won't be any results . " " Well , I'm afraid there is . I have some bad news for you about the results of the forensic tests ... there won't be any results . ", What ? What does that mean ? Why won't there be any results ? What ? What does that mean ? Why won't there be any results ? ," I hate to tell you this , but it seems that every shred of evidence that would help us to convict were destroyed in a laboratory fire . There's nothing left . I'm so sorry ... " " I hate to tell you this , but it seems that every shred of evidence that would help us to convict were destroyed in a laboratory fire . There's nothing left . I'm so sorry ... "," Oh , no , you can't be serious . I never expect anything like this would happened . What are we going to do ? " " Oh , no , you can't be serious . I never expect anything like this would happened . What are we going to do ? "," There's nothing that can be done . Everything is gone . I wish I could tell you differently , but what has happened has happened . We will just have to figure out a way to move on . " Why aren't you going out ? , It's raining cats and dogs . Would you like to come out with me tonight ? ," Sorry , I can ’ t . " " Sorry , I can ’ t . "," Tomorrow night , then ? " " Tomorrow night , then ? ", I ’ d like to . But I ’ m afraid I can ’ t . I ’ d like to . But I ’ m afraid I can ’ t . , I ’ m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then . I ’ m wondering if you like to go to the theatre then . , That ’ s sounds great . That ’ s sounds great . ," Ok . How about give me a ring , then ? " " Ok . How about give me a ring , then ? ", No . I ’ d better not . No . I ’ d better not . , Why not ? Why not ? , Because I don ’ t think my husband would like it . Thank you for inviting me anyway . "Yo , G.How are you getting along with your classmates in the English training school ? ", Not bad . Everything goes well . "So , what's on the menu for dinner tonight ? ", You tell me . You tell me . , You're not going to make anything to eat ? You're not going to make anything to eat ? , You never cook . I always do . You never cook . I always do . , I think you're a better cook than I am . I think you're a better cook than I am . ," Oh please , you need to cook tonight . " " Oh please , you need to cook tonight . ", So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ? So you're telling me that you want me to make dinner ? , It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ? It was a hard day . Can you just do this for me tonight ? ," I'll cook dinner , don't worry . " " I'll cook dinner , don't worry . ", I'm going to go rest for a little bit . I'm going to go rest for a little bit . ," I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ? " " I'll come wake you when it's ready , okay ? ", Thanks . Where is your dressing room ? , Right over there . Right over there . , ( Person A comes out of the dressing room ) How did you like the sweater ? ( Person A comes out of the dressing room ) How did you like the sweater ? , I loved it . I'll take it . I loved it . I'll take it . , Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87.04 . Great . I can ring you up over here . It comes to $ 87.04 . , Here you go ? Here you go ? , Do you have a credit card with us ? Do you have a credit card with us ? , No I don't . No I don't . ," If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today . " " If you open up a card , you can save 10 % on all your purchases today . ", Not today . Thanks though . Not today . Thanks though . ," No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know . " " No problem . We always have this offer , so when ever you decide to , just let us know . ", Sure . Sure . , Is there anything else I can help you with ? Is there anything else I can help you with ? ," Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ? " " Yeah . I was looking at some of your pants , but they are all a bit too long . Do you have alteration services here ? "," Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day . " " Yes . It cost $ 7 , and it takes one day . ", Great . Thanks for your help . Great . Thanks for your help . ," Thank you , and have a great day . " "Lots of elderly people want peace and quiet in their old age , but young people want an unconstrained life . ", It would be good for both if they lived separately . My parents want to live apart from us . It would be good for both if they lived separately . My parents want to live apart from us . , What if old people are in poor health and need to be looked after ? What if old people are in poor health and need to be looked after ? ," Young people ought to carry out their responsibilities . If it's needed , they would live with their parents . " " Young people ought to carry out their responsibilities . If it's needed , they would live with their parents . "," When I ’ m old , I ’ ll also be like that . " " When I ’ m old , I ’ ll also be like that . "," You need a child first , and that's your duty , too . " " You need a child first , and that's your duty , too . ", I know that's what I must do . "I'm afraid I've a complaint to make , which is about the goods we ordered last week . ", What is it ? What is it ? , I will explain the problem briefly . We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged . I will explain the problem briefly . We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged . ," Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port . " " Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port . "," Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases . " " Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau . According to the report , the damage was caused by poor packing . Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases . ", Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route . Our goods are well-examined before shipment . I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route . , Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately . Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately . , We will check with the parties concerned right away . "it's a lovely day , isn't it ? "," yeah , and most excitingly , I met the girl living under me today . She's really nice . " " yeah , and most excitingly , I met the girl living under me today . She's really nice . ", is she American ? is she American ? ," yeah , and most importantly , she's single ! Man , I could tell from the moment I saw her , she's the girl of my dreams ! " " yeah , and most importantly , she's single ! Man , I could tell from the moment I saw her , she's the girl of my dreams ! "," so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ? " " so I take it you two are hitting it off ? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor , but what if you break up ? ", I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her . I don't know . I am not really worried about that . I don't wanna lose before even starting . Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her . , sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ? sounds like you've got some competition . You made a move already ? , not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby . not yet . But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime . I know some good restaurants nearby . ," that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ? " " that's nice . Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage , eh ? "," you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight . " " you bet . Now that you mentioned it , I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight . ", good luck ! good luck ! , thanks ! "Hi . I need more amenities , please . "," Could you be a little more specific , sir ? " " Could you be a little more specific , sir ? "," Well , to be more specific , the free stuff , like soap , lotion , and shampoo . " " Well , to be more specific , the free stuff , like soap , lotion , and shampoo . "," I understand . Now , you're saying that you've already used up all your amenities ? " " I understand . Now , you're saying that you've already used up all your amenities ? "," Oh , no ! I've got all I need for my stay here . " " Oh , no ! I've got all I need for my stay here . "," So , what's the problem ? " " So , what's the problem ? ", I need souvenirs ! I need souvenirs ! , You want some souvenirs ! You want some souvenirs ! ," Yes , yes . Souvenirs . " " Yes , yes . Souvenirs . "," But , sir , our souvenir shop carries all those items . " " But , sir , our souvenir shop carries all those items . "," That's not the same thing . If you buy hotel souvenirs , they have no sentimental value . " " That's not the same thing . If you buy hotel souvenirs , they have no sentimental value . "," I understand , sir . I'll call housekeeping . You'll have your souvenirs shortly . " I noticed your absence in class this morning . ," I'm sorry , I overslept . " Which team has won ? , Neither.The game ended in two all . Neither.The game ended in two all . , But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized . But I still think AC milan's defence seems better organized . , But the Brazilian is tougher . "Mary , why don't you come to my house this Saturday ? ", I don't know . I'll have to ask my host mom . I don't know . I'll have to ask my host mom . ," Come on , Mary . This is America . You make your own decisions here . " " Come on , Mary . This is America . You make your own decisions here . ", But I still have to tell her . But I still have to tell her . , Of course . Of course . ," Tell you what , give me your phone number . " " Tell you what , give me your phone number . ", It's 555-4321 . It's 555-4321 . , Got it . I'll call you later tonight and we can talk about what to do on Saturday . "They are playing the wedding march , and I have felt tears . "," I'm very touched , and I can't help bursting into tears at the wedding . " " I'm very touched , and I can't help bursting into tears at the wedding . "," Really ? I have seen that our wedding , but just mary's . " " Really ? I have seen that our wedding , but just mary's . "," Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown , and I record the moment that I was bride . " " Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown , and I record the moment that I was bride . ", You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ? You are always be the most beautiful one in the world . What is the bridemaid's name ? ," Judy , Why are you so interested in her ? " " Judy , Why are you so interested in her ? "," Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman " " Don't be so sensitive , just a casual question , I caught you looking at the groomsman ", He's terribly handsome . He's terribly handsome . ," I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive . " " I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman , and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive . ", Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you . Why are you so bitter ? No one tells worse joke than you . , Administer is doing a good job . I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are . "Look , Jimmy's report came today . ", Let's have a look . What is this ? Where are all the grades ? Let's have a look . What is this ? Where are all the grades ? ," He's in the third grade Sam ! You see under each subject that he is being taught in school , he receives a mark from one to three . A one means his achievement or work is excellent . Here in Science for example he got a two , which means its satisfactory . " " He's in the third grade Sam ! You see under each subject that he is being taught in school , he receives a mark from one to three . A one means his achievement or work is excellent . Here in Science for example he got a two , which means its satisfactory . ", What about here in physical education ? What about here in physical education ? , He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him . He got a three here which means it's unsatisfactory . We should work on that with him . , So confusing ! In my day we got an A or B if we were doing well and if we failed an exam we would get an F ! "Hi , where can I find a cheap cashmere sweater ? ", How about an outlet ? How about an outlet ? , Great idea ! Great idea ! , Outlets give good deals . Outlets give good deals . , Thank you so much . I like this shirt.How much is it ? , $ 135 . $ 135 . ," Wow , that's sheer robbery.Shall I make an offer ? " " Wow , that's sheer robbery.Shall I make an offer ? "," I'm sorry , sir.The price is fixed . " Good evening . Where have you come from ? ," Bucharest , Romania . " " Bucharest , Romania . "," May I have your passport and form I - 94 , please ? " " May I have your passport and form I - 94 , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ? What's the nature of your visit ? Business or pleasure ? , Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives . Pleasure . I'm visiting my relatives . , How long are you going to stay in the United States ? How long are you going to stay in the United States ? , Three weeks . Three weeks . , What is your occupation ? What is your occupation ? , I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company . I work as an accountant for a Romanian telecommunications company . , Do you have a return ticket ? Do you have a return ticket ? ," Yes , here it is . " " Yes , here it is . ", That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip . That's fine . Thanks . Enjoy your trip . , Thank you . "Hey , Leo . How come you look so terrible ? What ’ s going ’ on ? "," You can say that again . Susan ’ brother dropped in from out of town , so I offered to put him up for a few days . But he ’ s driving me up a wall . This guy is bottomless pit . " " You can say that again . Susan ’ brother dropped in from out of town , so I offered to put him up for a few days . But he ’ s driving me up a wall . This guy is bottomless pit . ", How gross ! I can ’ t handle people like that . Does he at least give you a hand around the house ? How gross ! I can ’ t handle people like that . Does he at least give you a hand around the house ? , He doesn ’ t lift a finger ! I bend over backwards cleaning up all day and he sleeps in until noon . He doesn ’ t lift a finger ! I bend over backwards cleaning up all day and he sleeps in until noon . ," Man , what a freeloader . You better do something quick or he ’ ll never hit the road . After all , he ’ s got it made in the shade here . " " Man , what a freeloader . You better do something quick or he ’ ll never hit the road . After all , he ’ s got it made in the shade here . ", You think he might stay even longer ? ! You think he might stay even longer ? ! ," Now , don ’ t go losing your temper . If you tolerated all you can , just kick him out ... but do it with gloves . I know ! Tell him a white lie like you ’ re getting the house fumigated ! " " Now , don ’ t go losing your temper . If you tolerated all you can , just kick him out ... but do it with gloves . I know ! Tell him a white lie like you ’ re getting the house fumigated ! ", That wouldn ’ t be a lie ! "May I help you find something , sir ? "," I'm looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend . I have an idea of what she likes , but I want to surprise her with something special , too . " " I'm looking for an engagement ring for my girlfriend . I have an idea of what she likes , but I want to surprise her with something special , too . "," We have all shapes , sizes , qualities and price ranges , do you know about the four Cs of picking a diamond ? " " We have all shapes , sizes , qualities and price ranges , do you know about the four Cs of picking a diamond ? "," I think so . Aren't the four Cs , cut , clarity , carat and color . " " I think so . Aren't the four Cs , cut , clarity , carat and color . ", You've got it . Tell me a little bit about what you might be wanted . You've got it . Tell me a little bit about what you might be wanted . ," Well , my price range is a 5,000 dollars to 7,000 dollars , I'm looking for a marquise cut on the wide band . " " Well , my price range is a 5,000 dollars to 7,000 dollars , I'm looking for a marquise cut on the wide band . ", You have good taste . Let my show you what I have . Hi . How can I help you ? , I ’ m looking for a job . Are you hiring ? I ’ m looking for a job . Are you hiring ? ," Yes , we are . What position are you looking for ? " " Yes , we are . What position are you looking for ? ", Superintendent . Superintendent . , I ’ m sorry . The application for this position has closed . I ’ m sorry . The application for this position has closed . , Do you have any other positions available ? Do you have any other positions available ? , We have only one position open . We have only one position open . , What is it ? What is it ? ," Gas Meter Reader . This is a wonderful job for the right person , regular hours , no night shifts , no supervisor behind you , and good pay . " " Gas Meter Reader . This is a wonderful job for the right person , regular hours , no night shifts , no supervisor behind you , and good pay . ", Can I apply for it right now ? Can I apply for it right now ? , Sure . Are you watching another news report about the war ? , Yes . The two sides declared a short ceasefire but it broke down earlier today . Several military target were destroyed by bombing . Many civilians were among the dead and wounded . Yes . The two sides declared a short ceasefire but it broke down earlier today . Several military target were destroyed by bombing . Many civilians were among the dead and wounded . , How did this war start ? How did this war start ? , Bout side claim a small area of territory . Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other . Bout side claim a small area of territory . Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other . , Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise . Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent . Neither side wants to compromise . ," Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down . " " Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter . Several European countries have agreed to send aid , but are afraid that their planes will be shot down . ", What do you think will happen ? What do you think will happen ? ," Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate . " " Both countries are very poor . Soon they will run out of money to finance the war . Then , perhaps , they will negotiate . ", It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first . Tom . Please do not disturb me for the next hour . , Are you having a meeting ? Are you having a meeting ? ," Yes , and I don't want to be interrupted . " " Yes , and I don't want to be interrupted . ", I understand . "You're looking rather pale , why ? ", I couldn't sleep well recently . I couldn't sleep well recently . , You'd get plenty of sleep for you work so hard . You'd get plenty of sleep for you work so hard . , I always drink too much wine in the evening . I always drink too much wine in the evening . , You shan't drink more wine in the evening . You shan't drink more wine in the evening . ," Yes , you are right . " " Yes , you are right . ", And you'd take some exercise every day . And you'd take some exercise every day . , Many thanks for your advice . When could we meet to discuss the project ? , I will be available on Monday or Tuesday . Choose which day is best for you . I will be available on Monday or Tuesday . Choose which day is best for you . , I prefer Monday . I prefer Monday . , Good . Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best ? Good . Can you come in the morning or would afternoon be best ? , Either one is OK . Either one is OK . ," Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation . " " Great ! When I check with the others , I will send you an exact time . When you come , be prepared to do your presentation . ", I will be prepared to do my presentation . I will be prepared to do my presentation . , Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ? Who would you like to see there ? Just the sub-committee or should we ask the whole committee ? , Everyone needs to be there . Everyone needs to be there . , That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ? That will probably be best . Do you need help with directions ? , I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure . I think I know where it is . Maybe you could send me directions just to make sure . , OK . We will e-mail you all the information you need tomorrow . Have a good day ! What do you think of the apartment ? ," I like it , but there is one problem . " " I like it , but there is one problem . ", What problem is that ? What problem is that ? , The faucet in the kitchen is leaking . The faucet in the kitchen is leaking . , I don ’ t understand what the big deal is . I don ’ t understand what the big deal is . , That leak is a problem for my water bill . That leak is a problem for my water bill . , What you would like me to do about it ? What you would like me to do about it ? , The leak must be fixed . The leak must be fixed . , I won ’ t be able to fix it at the moment . I won ’ t be able to fix it at the moment . , I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet . I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet . ," If that ’ s the case , then I will fix the faucet . " " If that ’ s the case , then I will fix the faucet . ", Thanks for understanding . Good afternoon . I come here specially to pick up my tickets . I booked it last month.This is my reservation note . ," I am terribly sorry . You didn't come to reconfirm recently.You should have come to pick up your ticket three days ago since it's an international flight , any reservation without reconfirmation within 72 hours will be cancelled . " " I am terribly sorry . You didn't come to reconfirm recently.You should have come to pick up your ticket three days ago since it's an international flight , any reservation without reconfirmation within 72 hours will be cancelled . "," But I have been so busy all these days.Well , is there any other ticket available ? I want the next one . " "Here is the draft contract , Mr . Brown . Let's discuss the clauses to see if we agree on all of them . Then I will make out an original of the contract . After that , what's left is to fill out the contract and sign our names . ", That's OK . That's OK . , The contract is to be written in Chinese and English . Both languages are equally effective . The contract is to be written in Chinese and English . Both languages are equally effective . ," Fine . If you'll excuse me , I'd like to go it over first . ( After about 15 minutes ) Hmm , you've done a pretty good job . It's well prepared . " " Fine . If you'll excuse me , I'd like to go it over first . ( After about 15 minutes ) Hmm , you've done a pretty good job . It's well prepared . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Well , I suggest that we discuss only the clauses and points where we have different opinions just to save time . " " Well , I suggest that we discuss only the clauses and points where we have different opinions just to save time . ", That's a good idea . That's a good idea . ," First , let's read Clause Two about packing . It's our usual practice to ship our products in containers . That'll save time and money , but your contract stipulates the use of wooden cases . So , we'd like to have the words containers are allowed in the contract . " " First , let's read Clause Two about packing . It's our usual practice to ship our products in containers . That'll save time and money , but your contract stipulates the use of wooden cases . So , we'd like to have the words containers are allowed in the contract . ", Agreed . Agreed . ," For shipment , you know we are producing a complete set of equipment for you and it won't all be finished at one time . So would you allow us to make partial shipments . " " For shipment , you know we are producing a complete set of equipment for you and it won't all be finished at one time . So would you allow us to make partial shipments . ", I understand your position . "Hey , sorry to be late . ", What happened to you last night ? You didn ’ t show up . What happened to you last night ? You didn ’ t show up . , My mother was ill . I had to look after her . My mother was ill . I had to look after her . , I ’ m so sorry to hear that . May I have a cookie ? , Help yourself . Can you direct me to some fresh produce that's on sale ? ," Well , we've got some great mangoes on sale . " " Well , we've got some great mangoes on sale . ", Mangoes ? What are mangoes ? Mangoes ? What are mangoes ? ," Well , it's a fruit with a big seed in it . " " Well , it's a fruit with a big seed in it . ", Can you eat the seed ? Can you eat the seed ? ," No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed . " " No . Peel the skin with a sharp knife , and throw out the seed . "," Well , how much are they ? " " Well , how much are they ? "," Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each . " " Well , they're on sale today for only $ 1 each . ", Can you describe their taste ? Can you describe their taste ? ," They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange . " " They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange . ", How can I tell if they're ripe ? How can I tell if they're ripe ? , You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard . You can buy them either ripe or unripe . Unripe ones are hard . , Where do they grow mangoes ? Where do they grow mangoes ? , The ones that are on sale are from Central America . "Come in and sit down , Jack.Now , what's the trouble ? "," I've got a terrible pain in my stomach , Doctor . " " I've got a terrible pain in my stomach , Doctor . ", I see.When did it start ? I see.When did it start ? , It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper . It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper . , Have you got a temperature ? Have you got a temperature ? , I think so . I feel very hot . I think so . I feel very hot . , Let's see.Yes.You ' Ve got quite a high temperature . Let's see.Yes.You ' Ve got quite a high temperature . ," I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts . " " I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts . ", Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu . Hm .. I think you ' Ve got the flu . , Is it serious ? Is it serious ? ," No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine . " " No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine . ", How often must I take it ? How often must I take it ? , Three times a day after meals . Three times a day after meals . ," Thank you , Doctor . " do you have any plans for dinner tonight ? ," no , I was thinking of putting a frozen pizza in the oven or something . How about you ? " " no , I was thinking of putting a frozen pizza in the oven or something . How about you ? ", I was thinking maybe we could make dinner together tonight . What do you think ? I was thinking maybe we could make dinner together tonight . What do you think ? , I'm absolutely useless at cooking ! I'm absolutely useless at cooking ! , I could teach you how to cook something healthy . Frozen pizza are so bad for you ! I could teach you how to cook something healthy . Frozen pizza are so bad for you ! ," I know they aren't good for me , but they are cheap , convenient , and fairly tasty . " " I know they aren't good for me , but they are cheap , convenient , and fairly tasty . ", I recently saw a piece for spicy chicken curry in a magadize . Maybe we could try that ? I recently saw a piece for spicy chicken curry in a magadize . Maybe we could try that ? ," yeah , why not . Do you have all the ingredients ? " " yeah , why not . Do you have all the ingredients ? "," I bought all the ingredients this morning , so let's start ! " " I bought all the ingredients this morning , so let's start ! ", what do we do first ? what do we do first ? ," first , you need to wash the vegetables and then chop them into little pieces . " " first , you need to wash the vegetables and then chop them into little pieces . ", ok . Should I heat the wok ? ok . Should I heat the wok ? ," yes . Once it gets hot , put a little oil in it , add the vegetables and stir-fry them for a few minutes . " " yes . Once it gets hot , put a little oil in it , add the vegetables and stir-fry them for a few minutes . ", what about the chicken ? what about the chicken ? , that needs to be cut into thin strips about 3 cm long and then it can be stir-fried on its own until its cooked through . that needs to be cut into thin strips about 3 cm long and then it can be stir-fried on its own until its cooked through . , how about the rice ? how about the rice ? , I'll prepare it . Do you prefer white rice or brown rice ? I'll prepare it . Do you prefer white rice or brown rice ? ," white rice , please . None of that healthy brown stuff for me ! " "It's time to graduate and it's time to find a job . Susan , why do we need to find a job ? "," We need to work is because we need money to live . We need money for food and clothes and to pay for house . We need money for many different things , and only when we work , we can earn money . And work can also help us feel that we are useful . " " We need to work is because we need money to live . We need money for food and clothes and to pay for house . We need money for many different things , and only when we work , we can earn money . And work can also help us feel that we are useful . ", But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a god job right now . But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a god job right now . ," Yes , it is really hard . But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally . When you work , you can accumulate a lot of experience . Besides , you need to learn a lot of things while you are working . " " Yes , it is really hard . But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally . When you work , you can accumulate a lot of experience . Besides , you need to learn a lot of things while you are working . ", I've been fed up with study . I've been fed up with study . ," But whether you like it or not , there ’ s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively . " " But whether you like it or not , there ’ s a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society . And you need to accept this concept positively . "," Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ? " " Oh , my . Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation ? "," You have no choice , so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time . " How do I look in this new dress ? , You ’ d better change it . It ’ s ugly . You ’ d better change it . It ’ s ugly . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , It ’ s really elegant and it fits you really well . "Our factory locates at a village in the east of the city . The area of it is 3,600 square meters . ", We'd like to visit the factory . Can you show me the way ? We'd like to visit the factory . Can you show me the way ? , That's OK ! We'll take you to have a tour . Please follow me . That's OK ! We'll take you to have a tour . Please follow me . , How many shifts are there in your factory ? How many shifts are there in your factory ? , There are two shifts now in total . There are two shifts now in total . , What about your company's QC management ? What about your company's QC management ? , We established the strict QC standards and we have followed it for about five years with good results . We established the strict QC standards and we have followed it for about five years with good results . , Where are the workers from ? From the villages nearby ? Where are the workers from ? From the villages nearby ? ," Most of them live in the city . We provide free commuter buses for the workers . Besides , we built the dormitory building for the workers on night shift . " " Most of them live in the city . We provide free commuter buses for the workers . Besides , we built the dormitory building for the workers on night shift . ", It sounds nice . We can't wait to visiting the factory . Albert and I need a lot of things to furnish our house.But I don't know where the best place to shop is . Can you give me some advice ? ," Sure , Carolyn . I'm happy to help you.What kinds of things do you need right now ? " " Sure , Carolyn . I'm happy to help you.What kinds of things do you need right now ? "," Well , we have most of the furniture already.We mostly need kitchen utensils , bathroom accessories , cleaning and laundry accessories--things like that.And Albert wants to set up a little off " " Well , we have most of the furniture already.We mostly need kitchen utensils , bathroom accessories , cleaning and laundry accessories--things like that.And Albert wants to set up a little off "," Well , as for Albert , he should go to an office supply store.There ' s a very good one called Office Depot . They have everything he will need.And their prices are good too . It's very convey " " Well , as for Albert , he should go to an office supply store.There ' s a very good one called Office Depot . They have everything he will need.And their prices are good too . It's very convey ", Can I write that down ? Can I write that down ? ," Sure , it's spelled Office and then D - E - P - O - T.It ' s in the Yellow Pages . " " Sure , it's spelled Office and then D - E - P - O - T.It ' s in the Yellow Pages . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," And as for the kitchen things , do you want very high quality ? " " And as for the kitchen things , do you want very high quality ? ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I mean , do you want the best quality , or do you want good prices ? " " I mean , do you want the best quality , or do you want good prices ? ", Probably good prices . You know we will only be in America for about a year . Probably good prices . You know we will only be in America for about a year . , Then I suggest you go to K-Mart or Wal-Mart . Then I suggest you go to K-Mart or Wal-Mart . , What are those stores ? What are those stores ? ," They are very large , discount department stores.That means their prices are very good.And you can find everything you need for the kitchen or bathroom . " " They are very large , discount department stores.That means their prices are very good.And you can find everything you need for the kitchen or bathroom . ", Even silverware ? Even silverware ? ," Yes , everything.They don't have the most expensive brands , but their quality is usually decent.The main thing is , they have good prices , and they are very convenient . " " Yes , everything.They don't have the most expensive brands , but their quality is usually decent.The main thing is , they have good prices , and they are very convenient . ", I have a friend that said something about a place called Price Club.Do you know about that ? I have a friend that said something about a place called Price Club.Do you know about that ? ," I have never shopped there , but I think Price Club is a kind of membership store . " " I have never shopped there , but I think Price Club is a kind of membership store . ", What does that mean ? What does that mean ? , That means you have to pay a membership fee to shop there . I have heard they have very good prices on electronics . That means you have to pay a membership fee to shop there . I have heard they have very good prices on electronics . , Electronics ? Electronics ? , Yes . Like stereos and televisions . Yes . Like stereos and televisions . , How much is the membership fee ? How much is the membership fee ? ," I'm not sure.But if you are only going to stay a year , I don't think Price Club is good to join.They have great deals occasionally.They are very good for people who like to buy new things all " " I'm not sure.But if you are only going to stay a year , I don't think Price Club is good to join.They have great deals occasionally.They are very good for people who like to buy new things all ", I see . Thanks for these tips . We really need to buy a lot of little things . I see . Thanks for these tips . We really need to buy a lot of little things . , I know how it is . Moving is very troublesome . "Hello , welcome to IBA . What can I do for you ? ", Do you offer a safety deposit box rental service here ? Do you offer a safety deposit box rental service here ? , We certainly do . May I ask you the purpose of the rental ? We certainly do . May I ask you the purpose of the rental ? ," I'd like to put some valuables inside , you know , documents and jewellery , things like that . " " I'd like to put some valuables inside , you know , documents and jewellery , things like that . ", I see . We have various rental periods . How long would you like to rent it for ? I see . We have various rental periods . How long would you like to rent it for ? , What rental do you offer ? What rental do you offer ? , You can choose a short-term or yearly rental . You can choose a short-term or yearly rental . , I'll have to ask my wife how long she'll need it for as it is mainly for her belongings . I'll come back after we have discussed it . Thanks for your help . "There are some things I miss . But I love Chinese food.And I think the people in Taiwan are really hospitable.Besides , I grew up in Los Angeles , so I'm used to living in crowded places.Why are you going to America ? ", I'm going to New York to visit my sister . She is in art school . I've never been to New York before . I'm kind of scared . I'm going to New York to visit my sister . She is in art school . I've never been to New York before . I'm kind of scared . , Why ? Why ? ," Well , I know a lot of people have guns there . I think maybe it isn't too safe . " " Well , I know a lot of people have guns there . I think maybe it isn't too safe . "," Don't worry about it.Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go.It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities.But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already . " " Don't worry about it.Your sister lives there . She probably knows the places in town you shouldn't go.It ' s true there are some dangerous places in big American cities.But if your sister lives there , she must know the city pretty well already . "," Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little . " " Yes , I'm not really scared . Maybe only a little . ", Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York.What things do you want to see ? Don't believe what you see on TV . You will have a good time in New York.What things do you want to see ? ," I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot . " " I want to see the museums , and I want to shop a lot . ", The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there . The museums are excellent . And the shopping ! Well ! I'm sure you'll spend a lot of money there . , Hmm . I hope not . What do you like to do in your spare time ? , I like playing chess . I like playing chess . , Do you have any hobbies besides playing chess ? Do you have any hobbies besides playing chess ? , I'm afraid not . I'm afraid not . , Do you have any hobbies like playing tennis or things like that ? Do you have any hobbies like playing tennis or things like that ? ," Oh , yes . I like playing basketball . " " Oh , yes . I like playing basketball . ", Can you tell me why you like it ? Can you tell me why you like it ? , Because I like the feeling of cooperating with others . "Hi , I'm home ! Can you double that recipe ? I ran into an old friend after work and invited him for dinner . ", No problem . Who is it ? Anyone I know ? No problem . Who is it ? Anyone I know ? , I don't think so . Do you remember Bob Gain from Tulsa ? I don't think so . Do you remember Bob Gain from Tulsa ? , That name doesn't ring a bell . But tell me more . That name doesn't ring a bell . But tell me more . , He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day . He was on the diving team with me in high school and saved my life one day . ," Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake . " " Well , I'll have to personally thank him by making him my famous chocolate cake . "," You're glad he saved me , huh ? " " You're glad he saved me , huh ? ", Absolutely ! Bob and his whole family are welcome here any time ! "Jim , I heard you ’ Ve bought a new computer . "," Yes . Look , it is on my desk . " " Yes . Look , it is on my desk . "," Your office looks different with a computer . By the way , is it difficult to use a computer ? " " Your office looks different with a computer . By the way , is it difficult to use a computer ? ", Not at all . It ’ s a piece of cake . Not at all . It ’ s a piece of cake . , A piece of cake ? A piece of cake ? , Yes . It ’ s easy and convenient to use a computer . But it takes a long time to really master it . How can I tell her about this ? ," Don't worry , you'll find a way . " " Don't worry , you'll find a way . ", There is no need to be so frustrated . There is no need to be so frustrated . , How can you live without job in the future ? How can you live without job in the future ? ," Don't worry , you'll find a way . " "You really should stop smoking , you know . "," I know . I know . I don ’ t smoke too much , though . " " I know . I know . I don ’ t smoke too much , though . ", How many cigarettes do you smoke a day ? How many cigarettes do you smoke a day ? ," About a pack , more if I drink . " " About a pack , more if I drink . ", Wow . You ’ re really a heavy smoker . Wow . You ’ re really a heavy smoker . ," No , I ’ m not . My father smoked two packs a day for forty years . " " No , I ’ m not . My father smoked two packs a day for forty years . "," He died of lung cancer , right ? " " He died of lung cancer , right ? ", Yeah ... you ’ re right . I really should stop smoking . How can I get my driver's license ? , Have you taken your driving test yet ? Have you taken your driving test yet ? , I have yet to take my driving test . I have yet to take my driving test . ," Okay , first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork . " " Okay , first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork . ", When can I take my test ? When can I take my test ? , You'll have to make an appointment for that . You'll have to make an appointment for that . , I would like to make one right now . I would like to make one right now . , How does Friday sound ? How does Friday sound ? , That would be great . That would be great . , What time would you like to take the test ? What time would you like to take the test ? ," If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good . " " If I could do it in the morning , then that would be good . ", Eleven o'clock on Friday morning . See you then . Could you please tell me how I can go job-hunting in the web ? ," Generally speaking , job seekers can enter the websites either of job agencies or of some units for job advertisements . " " Generally speaking , job seekers can enter the websites either of job agencies or of some units for job advertisements . ", How should I contact them ? How should I contact them ? , You can e-mail your application materials for application to the websites of job agencies for enrollment in their database . You can e-mail your application materials for application to the websites of job agencies for enrollment in their database . , Can I get a quick reply from the sites ? Can I get a quick reply from the sites ? ," Yes , usually it takes a short time , but you have to await the choice of the units for a while . " I want to buy three tickets . What's the entrance fee ? , $ 10 per person . $ 10 per person . ," Here are $ 30 . By the way , where can I find a guide ? " " Here are $ 30 . By the way , where can I find a guide ? ", Turn to the next window and they will help you find one . Turn to the next window and they will help you find one . , Thanks a lot . What's your products ' competitive edge ? , You have probably noticed that our products ' prices are competitive . Besides . we can provide more superior products than other companies at the same price . You have probably noticed that our products ' prices are competitive . Besides . we can provide more superior products than other companies at the same price . , We need your detail explanation . We need your detail explanation . ," It means that if you place a big order , we usually allow 15 % for a trade discount . And our products feel more slip , colorful and faddish than others . You can have a look . " " It means that if you place a big order , we usually allow 15 % for a trade discount . And our products feel more slip , colorful and faddish than others . You can have a look . "," It sounds good , and how about its quality ? We only look for the best . " " It sounds good , and how about its quality ? We only look for the best . ", We always sell the best . You can believe us at this point . We always sell the best . You can believe us at this point . , OK ! How long dose it take you to deliver if we order 1000 pieces of silk ? OK ! How long dose it take you to deliver if we order 1000 pieces of silk ? , Within 2 weeks once we receive your orders . Can you tell me the price for a bus pass ? , It costs $ 65 to buy a monthly pass . It costs $ 65 to buy a monthly pass . , Is there a cheaper bus pass ? Is there a cheaper bus pass ? , There are student passes . There are student passes . , For how much ? For how much ? , It doesn't cost anything for the pass . It doesn't cost anything for the pass . , It's absolutely free ? It's absolutely free ? , The monthly sticker costs you . The monthly sticker costs you . , How much is that ? How much is that ? , Each month it'll cost $ 24 for a new sticker . Each month it'll cost $ 24 for a new sticker . , Let me get the student bus pass . Let me get the student bus pass . , Let me go get it for you . Have you finished washing clothes ? , I've finished my white clothes . I need to wash the rest . I've finished my white clothes . I need to wash the rest . ," Well , when you do your darks , can you wash some of mine too ? " " Well , when you do your darks , can you wash some of mine too ? ", I can do that . Is there a special way you want them washed ? I can do that . Is there a special way you want them washed ? , They need to be washed on the gentle cycle . They need to be washed on the gentle cycle . , Do you have a lot of clothes that need to be washed ? Do you have a lot of clothes that need to be washed ? ," There aren't many clothes , is your load big ? " " There aren't many clothes , is your load big ? ", My load isn't that big . My load isn't that big . ," If it's a problem , you don't have to do it for me . " " If it's a problem , you don't have to do it for me . ", I can do this for you . Don't worry . I can do this for you . Don't worry . , I greatly appreciate this . I greatly appreciate this . , Don't mention it . Have you bought your bus pass yet ? , I didn't get it yet . I didn't get it yet . ," Well , why not ? " " Well , why not ? ", I have no idea where to get it from . I have no idea where to get it from . , You should've just asked me . You should've just asked me . ," Well then , where do I get it ? " " Well then , where do I get it ? ", You can get it from the student business office . You can get it from the student business office . , I didn't know that . I didn't know that . , I know you didn't . I know you didn't . , I appreciate you telling me . No problem . , I'll make sure to get it tomorrow . "Um , hello again . Are you sure you don't want to make a purchase , sir ? ", I have a question . I have a question . , Hush ... OK . What is it ? Hush ... OK . What is it ? ," Why do people like all this fancy , expensive underwear ? " " Why do people like all this fancy , expensive underwear ? ", What kind of question is that ? What kind of question is that ? , I'm just curious . I think women are beautiful without this stuff . I'm just curious . I think women are beautiful without this stuff . ," Uh ... yeah , right ... " Hey Jimmy . Let's go workout later today . , Sure . What time do you want to go ? Sure . What time do you want to go ? , How about at 3:30 ? How about at 3:30 ? , That sounds good . Today we work on Legs and forearm . That sounds good . Today we work on Legs and forearm . ," Hey . I just played basketball earlier , so my legs are a little sore . Let's work out on arms and stomach today . " " Hey . I just played basketball earlier , so my legs are a little sore . Let's work out on arms and stomach today . ", I'm on a weekly schedule . You're messing everything up . I'm on a weekly schedule . You're messing everything up . , C'mon . We're only switching two days . You can do legs on Friday . C'mon . We're only switching two days . You can do legs on Friday . , Aright . I'll meet you at the gym at 3:30 then . "Long time no see , George ! "," Yes , a very long time . " " Yes , a very long time . ", What brings you here ? What brings you here ? , I'm here on vacation . Are you going somewhere ? ," Yes , I ’ m off to the department store . I must buy some furniture for my new flat . " " Yes , I ’ m off to the department store . I must buy some furniture for my new flat . ", Really ? Well you ’ ll have to get there before 6pm because they close early today . Really ? Well you ’ ll have to get there before 6pm because they close early today . , Ok . Thanks for that information . Ok . Thanks for that information . , Yeah and remember if you buy something you mustn ’ t carry it home otherwise your back will get worse . Yeah and remember if you buy something you mustn ’ t carry it home otherwise your back will get worse . ," Ok , do they have a delivery service ? " " Ok , do they have a delivery service ? "," Yes , but it ’ s not free , you have to pay . " " Yes , but it ’ s not free , you have to pay . "," Ok , I ’ ll see you later . " Which film shall we see ? , There is nothing good at the moment.Let ' s do something different.Would you like to go to a concert ? There is nothing good at the moment.Let ' s do something different.Would you like to go to a concert ? ," Yes , I'd love to.Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven.It ' s on the Festival Hall.Shall we go there ? " " Yes , I'd love to.Here is a good one , Mozart and Beethoven.It ' s on the Festival Hall.Shall we go there ? ", Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ? Fine ! Do you want anything to eat now ? ," No , I'm not hungry . " " No , I'm not hungry . "," Well , let's go and have something to drink instead . I know a good place . It's a little expensive , but it's fun . " Yes ? , I'm in a hurry . How long will it take ? I'm in a hurry . How long will it take ? ," About half an hour , if there's no traffic jam . " " About half an hour , if there's no traffic jam . ", Do you think the traffic will be heavy ? Do you think the traffic will be heavy ? , I doubt it . It's not rush hour . I doubt it . It's not rush hour . , That's a relief . "Hello , this is Mary from the Taipei new station , what can i do for you ? "," Hello , Marry , this is Lin Wang , calling from network . " " Hello , Marry , this is Lin Wang , calling from network . "," Hi , Mr Wang , who do you wish to speak to ? " " Hi , Mr Wang , who do you wish to speak to ? ", May i speak to David please ? May i speak to David please ? ," Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office . " " Davids who , we have 5 Davids in the office . "," Oh , sorry , David Richton . " " Oh , sorry , David Richton . "," Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton . " " Please hold on a minute , offer your call to Mr Richton . ", Thank you . Thank you . , You are welcome . You hurt Ben's feelings . , So ? "That is the most boring , typical gift in the world ! ", I know . But this year I want to get him an interesting tie . Like this one . I know . But this year I want to get him an interesting tie . Like this one . , That's not exactly a conversation piece . It's so plain . That's not exactly a conversation piece . It's so plain . , It's perfect ! It's a Dilbert tie ! It's perfect ! It's a Dilbert tie ! , The diagonal black and red stripes are really conservative though ... The diagonal black and red stripes are really conservative though ... ," But watch this ... it bends upwards , just like Dilbert's tie . There's a wire inside . " " But watch this ... it bends upwards , just like Dilbert's tie . There's a wire inside . ", A fly-away tie ! What a riot ! "You heard who won the election , didn ’ t you ? ", Yeah . I am so excited that Obama won . Yeah . I am so excited that Obama won . , I ’ m so happy that he did . I ’ m so happy that he did . , That man just made history . That man just made history . , Did you vote for him ? Did you vote for him ? , I sure did ! What about you ? I sure did ! What about you ? , Of course I did ! Of course I did ! , I am still in shock to know that he was elected . I am still in shock to know that he was elected . ," I am , too ! " " I am , too ! ", I pray that he actually makes things better in this country . I pray that he actually makes things better in this country . , I ’ m sure that he will . I ’ m sure that he will . ," I know he will , too . " I think you're being a little naive . ," If I want , I can protect myself by paying through an escrow account , which holds the money until I receive the item . " " If I want , I can protect myself by paying through an escrow account , which holds the money until I receive the item . ", That proves my point ! Protect yourself or you'll get burned . That proves my point ! Protect yourself or you'll get burned . , eBay also offers free insurance . You can get a refund of up to $ 200 if you're not satisfied with your purchase . eBay also offers free insurance . You can get a refund of up to $ 200 if you're not satisfied with your purchase . ," $ 200 ? If they get a hold of your credit card number , you're going to be out a lot more than $ 200 ! I had a friend who ... " How much can I change 100 dollars for ? , What kind of currency do you want ? What kind of currency do you want ? , How much will it be in Chinese currency ? How much will it be in Chinese currency ? , That's 680 Yuan . "Excuse me , I'm looking for the airport bus stop . Do you know where it is ? ", Here it is . Here it is . , When does the bus come ? When does the bus come ? , You just missed one . You just missed one . , How about the next one ? How about the next one ? , In an hour . In an hour . , Isn't there an earlier one ? Isn't there an earlier one ? ," No , they come every hour on the hour . " " No , they come every hour on the hour . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You are welcome . "Hey , what sort of drinks do you want ? Gatorade or water ? ", Gatorade . It ’ s rich in Vitamin and it gives us energy and vitality . Gatorade . It ’ s rich in Vitamin and it gives us energy and vitality . ," Yes , that ’ s the exact thing we need . One for each . " " Yes , that ’ s the exact thing we need . One for each . "," What should we do , now with Jack out of the game ? " " What should we do , now with Jack out of the game ? ", We should choose from the backups . We should choose from the backups . , That ’ s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match . That ’ s right . Spraining the ankle and breaking the leg are the common things during the match . ," That ’ s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle . " " That ’ s why we should learn to protect ourselves . Otherwise , the game is not worth the candle . "," That ’ s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played . " " That ’ s for sure . During the back court , we should change the position we played . "," Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ’ ll play inside , OK ? " " Yes , I played shooting guard , I like shooting and you ’ ll play inside , OK ? ", I agree with you . I think we ’ ll play much better than before . I agree with you . I think we ’ ll play much better than before . ," Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic . " " Wow , the cheer-section is coming . The music is so fantastic . "," Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ? " " Yeah , look how passionate they are ! Are they professional ? "," Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ’ m not the boss . Just kidding . " " Well , you should ask your friend . You know I ’ m not the boss . Just kidding . ", Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ? Oops ! I almost forget about it . Do you see the girl in the middle of the first line ? ," Yeah , what ’ s up ? " " Yeah , what ’ s up ? ", Don ’ t you think she looks like your daughter ? Don ’ t you think she looks like your daughter ? ," I also have a doubt . Oh , kill me softly , she is May . " Good morning ! May I help you ? , Yes . My wife and I are interested in renting a house for the summer . Yes . My wife and I are interested in renting a house for the summer . , Do you want a furnished house or an unfurnished one ? Do you want a furnished house or an unfurnished one ? , Furnished . Furnished . , Very well . How long do you want the house ? All summer ? Very well . How long do you want the house ? All summer ? ," No , not all summer . Just for six weeks . " " No , not all summer . Just for six weeks . ", I'm afraid I can only rent it for two months . I'm afraid I can only rent it for two months . ," My holiday is only six weeks , but I think my brother and his family would take it for the other two weeks . Is the house in good condition ? " " My holiday is only six weeks , but I think my brother and his family would take it for the other two weeks . Is the house in good condition ? "," Yes , it is . It was just painted and it has all the modern conveniences . " What did you learn at the workshop you went to yesterday ? Do you think it was worth the investment to go ? ," Yeah , I really got a lot of the session . The workshop topic was resolving personal problems . It was led by a professional human resources director . The teacher had a lot of experience , and I think we were all given a really good base to start with . " " Yeah , I really got a lot of the session . The workshop topic was resolving personal problems . It was led by a professional human resources director . The teacher had a lot of experience , and I think we were all given a really good base to start with . "," The workshop was only one afternoon long , do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours ? " " The workshop was only one afternoon long , do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours ? "," It depends on the topic , the teacher , and the way the course is set up . Yesterday , even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues , the workshop got us all thinking . We learned some very basic , but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues . " " It depends on the topic , the teacher , and the way the course is set up . Yesterday , even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues , the workshop got us all thinking . We learned some very basic , but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues . ", Sounds like you really learned a lot . Sounds like you really learned a lot . , I did ... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared . Have you heard my good news ? , You haven't told me anything yet . You haven't told me anything yet . , I got a promotion at work earlier this week . I got a promotion at work earlier this week . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , It's the truth . I am really happy . It's the truth . I am really happy . , Congratulations on your promotion . Congratulations on your promotion . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , I am really excited for you . I am really excited for you . , Are you really ? Are you really ? , I'm serious . You deserved this promotion . I'm serious . You deserved this promotion . , Is that what you really think ? Is that what you really think ? ," Yes , I do . " "Hello , Oriental Hotel . "," I ’ d like to speak to marked Baker , please . " " I ’ d like to speak to marked Baker , please . "," I ’ m sorry , Mr . Baker ’ s not in . May I take your message ? " " I ’ m sorry , Mr . Baker ’ s not in . May I take your message ? "," Yes , tell him Mr . Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back . " " Yes , tell him Mr . Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back . "," Alright . Mr . Cook , I have Mr . baker called you back as soon as he gets here . " Thank you for coming so quickly . , No problem . What ’ s wrong ? No problem . What ’ s wrong ? , A pipe in my apartment is leaking . A pipe in my apartment is leaking . , Where is the pipe ? Where is the pipe ? , The pipe is in my bathroom . The pipe is in my bathroom . , Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ? Can you tell me how long the pipe has been leaking ? , The pipe has been leaking for a couple days . The pipe has been leaking for a couple days . ," You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ? " " You do realize that I will need to rip down your wall to get to the pipe , right ? "," Yes , I ’ m aware of that . " " Yes , I ’ m aware of that . ", Is that all right ? Is that all right ? , I just need the problem fixed . I just need the problem fixed . , I ’ ll get started on it now . How much did you pay for the TV ? , 200 bucks . 200 bucks . , 200 bucks for a piece of junk like that ? That's a ripped-off . 200 bucks for a piece of junk like that ? That's a ripped-off . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , It's not worth it . It's not worth it . ," Oh , I guess I really did get ripped off . " How much did you bid ? ," Eighty-five dollars . If my bid is the highest after three more days , I win ! It's fun ! " " Eighty-five dollars . If my bid is the highest after three more days , I win ! It's fun ! ", We'll see how much fun it is after they take all your money ! ! We'll see how much fun it is after they take all your money ! ! ," But they won't ! I checked the seller's history , and he got good reviews from other buyers . " " But they won't ! I checked the seller's history , and he got good reviews from other buyers . ", What if he had his friends fake the reviews ? What if he had his friends fake the reviews ? ," You are so paranoid ! Not everybody is a crook , you know . " May I have 5 tokens ? Here is the money . , Here you are . Here you are . , I am going to the Central Park . Which train should I take ? I am going to the Central Park . Which train should I take ? , Take the number 5 train and get off at the United Squire . Take the number 5 train and get off at the United Squire . , Thank you . Do you want to buy a sweater ? , Yes . Which one is the latest ? Yes . Which one is the latest ? , The cowl-neck pullovers are new in . It sells like hot cakes . The cowl-neck pullovers are new in . It sells like hot cakes . , It's my style . Will it be resistance to balling ? It's my style . Will it be resistance to balling ? , Of course . The brand is Bird and it's famous for its quality . "Do you have coffee shops in China , too ? "," Yes , of course . There are many tea houses and bars in China , too . People can drink , eat and relax at these places . " " Yes , of course . There are many tea houses and bars in China , too . People can drink , eat and relax at these places . "," You like to go to these places , don ’ t you ? " " You like to go to these places , don ’ t you ? "," Yes , sometimes the music there is so beautiful . It is very romantic . I can stay there for hours . " " Yes , sometimes the music there is so beautiful . It is very romantic . I can stay there for hours . ", Do you often go there alone ? Do you often go there alone ? ," No , I often go there with my friends . " What time's your flight ? , It's at 7:30 a . m . I really need to apply for a driving permit . , Do you have your ID with you ? Do you have your ID with you ? , I may have left my ID in my car . I may have left my ID in my car . ," Well , I need your ID and $ 27 . " " Well , I need your ID and $ 27 . ", I'll go get it really quick . I'll go get it really quick . , Please hurry . Please hurry . , Here it is . Here it is . , Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork . Thank you very much . Please fill out this paperwork . , I need to use a pen . I need to use a pen . , Here you go . Here you go . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Thank you . Now turn in your application at Window B . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to have a look at the 2 - piece suit . " " Yes , I'd like to have a look at the 2 - piece suit . ", What size do you wear ? What size do you wear ? , Middle size Middle size , Then please look at this suit . Then please look at this suit . , Does this suit come in other color ? Does this suit come in other color ? ," Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown . " " Yes , we have some in blue , green , black and brown . ", How much is the brown one ? How much is the brown one ? , US $ 138 . US $ 138 . , Then I'll take it . "Telco Mobile , how can I help you ? "," Yes , I ’ d like to activate my voice mail service please . " " Yes , I ’ d like to activate my voice mail service please . "," Certainly sir , we currently have a special promotion where we include voice mail services , call waiting and also three way calling . " " Certainly sir , we currently have a special promotion where we include voice mail services , call waiting and also three way calling . ", Sure that sounds great ! Are there any other fees ? Sure that sounds great ! Are there any other fees ? ," Not at all . No hidden fees or surcharges , it is a flat monthly rate . " " Not at all . No hidden fees or surcharges , it is a flat monthly rate . ", Perfect . I also wanted to know if there is any call forwarding service ? I am usually out of town and would like my calls to be forwarded to a local number . Perfect . I also wanted to know if there is any call forwarding service ? I am usually out of town and would like my calls to be forwarded to a local number . , Yes of course . We can activate all these services in about an hour . "Well , Miss Li , it's time for us to say good-bye to each other . "," Yes , I suppose we must . I have enjoyed all these days that you have spent with me , and I'll always remember them . I've learned a lot from you . Thank you for all your kindness . " " Yes , I suppose we must . I have enjoyed all these days that you have spent with me , and I'll always remember them . I've learned a lot from you . Thank you for all your kindness . ", I'm glad you could come to see us off . I have enjoyed your interpreting . You have done a wonderful job . I hope you be my interpreter again next time I'm here . I'm glad you could come to see us off . I have enjoyed your interpreting . You have done a wonderful job . I hope you be my interpreter again next time I'm here . ," I hope so , too . " " I hope so , too . "," It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon . " " It's hard to tear myself away from your friendly people and your ancient country , but nothing lasts for ever . I have to go back home this time , but I'm sure I'll return very soon . ", I'm really glad to hear that I'm really glad to hear that ," Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon . " " Good-bye . Miss Li , say hello to your husband and your son for me . See you soon . "," Good-bye , Mr White . A happy journey home , and hope to see you again soon . " This small town has many serious problems . , What's the cause ? What's the cause ? , The mayor and high officials practice cronyism and a large number of guys who are good at nothing occupy many important positions . The mayor and high officials practice cronyism and a large number of guys who are good at nothing occupy many important positions . , I see why it lags behind other towns . Hi . are you new here ? , Yes . I moved here last week . Yes . I moved here last week . ," I'm Steven , your neighbour . " " I'm Steven , your neighbour . ", I'm Charlie . Nice to meet you . I'm Charlie . Nice to meet you . ," Nice to meet you , too . " " Nice to meet you , too . "," Since we live in the same neighbourhood , maybe we can help each other from now on . " " Since we live in the same neighbourhood , maybe we can help each other from now on . "," I guess so . I live next door but one , and hope you'll drop in now and then . " " I guess so . I live next door but one , and hope you'll drop in now and then . ", Thank you . I will . "Good afternoon , sir . Would you like a tea ? ", I'd rather have a cup of coffee . I'd rather have a cup of coffee . ," Of course sir , would you like milk and sugar with that ? " " Of course sir , would you like milk and sugar with that ? "," Yes , please . Milk and two sugar . " I really feel like eating a salad . , What kind are you going to make ? What kind are you going to make ? , I'm really not sure . I'm really not sure . , I really like Caesar salads . I really like Caesar salads . , Caesar salads are pretty good . Caesar salads are pretty good . , What kind of salad do you want to make ? What kind of salad do you want to make ? , I want a salad with some chicken . I want a salad with some chicken . , I love chicken salads . I love chicken salads . ," I like my salads to have croutons , almonds , and shredded cheese . " " I like my salads to have croutons , almonds , and shredded cheese . ", That sounds really tasty . That sounds really tasty . , You should make a salad like that . You should make a salad like that . , I think that I will . I am afraid the label is not quite suitable for this locality . Could you quote us for the order with neutral cases ? , I am afraid not . We usually design the label ourselves . You know we should be responsible for the brand labels of our goods . I am afraid not . We usually design the label ourselves . You know we should be responsible for the brand labels of our goods . ," In that case , we'd like you to make some changes in the labeling . " " In that case , we'd like you to make some changes in the labeling . ", What are they ? What are they ? ," First , the languages on the label should be in both English and French . Second , the red color doesn't suit our national customs . Could you print the label in some light colors such as yellowish or bluish ? " " First , the languages on the label should be in both English and French . Second , the red color doesn't suit our national customs . Could you print the label in some light colors such as yellowish or bluish ? ", That can be easily done . Is there anything else ? That can be easily done . Is there anything else ? ," The brand name and the nice artwork need not be changed , but the net weight must be placed on the lower part of the panel . " " The brand name and the nice artwork need not be changed , but the net weight must be placed on the lower part of the panel . ", We'll get the factory to meet your requirements . We'll get the factory to meet your requirements . , Thanks for your help . "Well , it was nice meeting you . "," Yes , I hope we meet again . " " Yes , I hope we meet again . "," Sure , I'll give you a call . " " Sure , I'll give you a call . ", Okay . Look at this fair . This is my first chance to be involved in the fair . It is so gorgeous and amazing ! , I felt dizzy when I stare at those shining lights . What should we do firstly ? I felt dizzy when I stare at those shining lights . What should we do firstly ? ," Now we should design our booth . Do you know the number for our booth , B ? " " Now we should design our booth . Do you know the number for our booth , B ? ", Let me see the notice . It is here . Our booth number is E108 . Good number . Let me see the notice . It is here . Our booth number is E108 . Good number . , Lucky number . Find its location now . Lucky number . Find its location now . , We can also consult some from these volunteers . We can also consult some from these volunteers . ," Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from . " " Here it is . Well , remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from . ", Should we put our samples on this table ? Should we put our samples on this table ? ," Yes , they should be put in the most attractive place , and this can appeal to passers-by's attention . " "Jennifer , would you like to have dinner with me ? ", Yes . That would be nice . When do you want to go ? Yes . That would be nice . When do you want to go ? , Is today OK ? Is today OK ? ," Sorry , I can't go today . " " Sorry , I can't go today . ", How about tomorrow night ? How about tomorrow night ? , Ok . What time ? Ok . What time ? , Is 9:00 PM all right ? Is 9:00 PM all right ? , I think that's too late . I think that's too late . , Is 6:00 PM OK ? Is 6:00 PM OK ? ," Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ? " " Yes , that's good . Where would you like to go ? ", The Italian restaurant on 5th street . The Italian restaurant on 5th street . ," Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there . " " Oh , I don't like that Restaurant . I don't want to go there . ", How about the Korean restaurant next to it ? How about the Korean restaurant next to it ? ," OK , I like that place . " What can I do for you today ? , I need to return a book . I need to return a book . , Can I do anything else for you ? Can I do anything else for you ? , I would also like to check out this video . I would also like to check out this video . , Is that all ? Is that all ? ," Yes , just the video . " " Yes , just the video . ", May I see your library card ? May I see your library card ? , Here you go . Here you go . , You have to take care of this video . You have to take care of this video . ," Oh , I will . " " Oh , I will . ", You will be fined if you damage it . You will be fined if you damage it . , I understand . Thank you very much . I need a suggestion for a restaurant here in Manhattan . ," Certainly ! How much are you planning to spend on dinner , sir ? " " Certainly ! How much are you planning to spend on dinner , sir ? "," My date's very sophisticated , so I'm sure she would expect nothing but the best . " " My date's very sophisticated , so I'm sure she would expect nothing but the best . ", May I suggest our own hotel restaurant ? It got three stars in the latest restaurant review . May I suggest our own hotel restaurant ? It got three stars in the latest restaurant review . ," No , thank you , I want to go out on the town . What other ideas do you have ? " " No , thank you , I want to go out on the town . What other ideas do you have ? "," There's always Gramercy Tavern . They have live jazz . The food is delicious , but very expensive . " " There's always Gramercy Tavern . They have live jazz . The food is delicious , but very expensive . ", That sounds like a good place to take a date . Can you make a reservation for me ? That sounds like a good place to take a date . Can you make a reservation for me ? ," As you wish , sir . You'll have a wonderful time there . " I would like to make an appointment for a project meeting . ," Of course , I have Monday or Tuesday available . What day would be best for you ? " " Of course , I have Monday or Tuesday available . What day would be best for you ? ", I would like to meet on Monday . I would like to meet on Monday . , Very well then . Are mornings or afternoons best ? Very well then . Are mornings or afternoons best ? , I want to come in the morning . I want to come in the morning . , I will have my assistant check my calendar and get back to you with the exact time . Can you bring me an outline of the project when you come ? I will have my assistant check my calendar and get back to you with the exact time . Can you bring me an outline of the project when you come ? ," Yes , I can bring the outline when I come to the meeting . " " Yes , I can bring the outline when I come to the meeting . ", Do you think that we should include the entire committee in the meeting or just our sub-committee ? Do you think that we should include the entire committee in the meeting or just our sub-committee ? , I think that we should have just the sub-committee . I think that we should have just the sub-committee . ," OK then , I will make the arrangements for them to attend . Do you know how to get there ? " " OK then , I will make the arrangements for them to attend . Do you know how to get there ? "," No , I need directions , please . " " No , I need directions , please . "," Fine , we will make sure that we send you all of the information that you need . See you there ! " "Good morning , miss . "," Good morning , sir . " " Good morning , sir . ", Could you tell me please where can I find a currents exchange ? Could you tell me please where can I find a currents exchange ? ," Right here , how can i help you today , sir ? " " Right here , how can i help you today , sir ? ", I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please . I'd like to exchange 5000 Singapore dollars into the US dollars please . ," Do you have an account this bank , sir ? " " Do you have an account this bank , sir ? "," Yes , here is my account number . " " Yes , here is my account number . ", May i please see ID ? May i please see ID ? ," Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ? " " Sure , here is my passport , by the way what is the rate today ? "," Today's rate is 2.57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir.Please count it and sign your name here . " " Today's rate is 2.57 Singapore dollars for 1 US dollar , here is your money , sir.Please count it and sign your name here . "," Yes , it is the credit demand.Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ? " " Yes , it is the credit demand.Where can I cash travellers ' cheques ? "," You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ? " " You can cash them here , how much do you want to cash ? ", 900 dollars . 900 dollars . , How would you like it ? How would you like it ? , I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ? I need 8 hundreds and the rest in 10s please ? ," Ok , here you are . " " Ok , here you are . "," Thank you , have a nice day . " " Thank you , have a nice day . "," Thank you , have a good day . " You wouldn't believe what happened to me today . , What ? What ? , The teacher asked me to make a speech in English class and I wasn't prepared . He punished me by making me stand in front of the whole class . It was so embarrassing . How much should I pay ? , Let me see . A roasted duck is $ 25 . A plate of pork is $ 6.50 . A bowl of beef is $ 7 . Two bottles of beer are $ 4 . That's a total of $ 42.50 . Let me see . A roasted duck is $ 25 . A plate of pork is $ 6.50 . A bowl of beef is $ 7 . Two bottles of beer are $ 4 . That's a total of $ 42.50 . ," Here is $ 50 . Keep the change , please . " " Here is $ 50 . Keep the change , please . "," Oh , sorry sir . We take no tips here . Thank you all the same . " How can I help you ? ," Yes , I am James Mason from Anderson and Associates . I would like to see Mr . Smith . " " Yes , I am James Mason from Anderson and Associates . I would like to see Mr . Smith . ", Do you have an appointment ? Do you have an appointment ? ," Yes , he knows I'm coming . Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock . " " Yes , he knows I'm coming . Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock . ", I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until after 4 pm . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ? I wonder if Mr . Smith forgot your meeting . I am afraid he left this office this morning and is not expected back until after 4 pm . Let me find out if he made arrangements for someone else to meet with you in his place . Will you please have a seat ? , Sure . Sure . ," Yes , Mr . Mason , I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry , she said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She could be with your shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ? " " Yes , Mr . Mason , I just checked with our office manager , Ms . Terry , she said Mr . Smith briefed her on your project . She is just finishing up a meeting now . She could be with your shortly . Would you like me to show you around while you are waiting ? ", That would be very nice . Thank you . That would be very nice . Thank you . ," Right this way , Mr . Mason . We can start with our front office . When Ms . Terry is ready , you may take the elevator at the front to the 6th floor . There is a conference room already prepared " "Hello , Kate . "," Hi , Peter . I didn't see you last night . Where did you go ? " " Hi , Peter . I didn't see you last night . Where did you go ? ", I was almost on line the whole night . I was almost on line the whole night . , Did you play network games the whole night ? Did you play network games the whole night ? ," No , I listened to the music , too . " " No , I listened to the music , too . ", What are you going to do now ? What are you going to do now ? , I'm tired . I need a rest . "Hello , thank you for taking the time to interview me . "," Hi there , I ’ m Bill Gotcha , the owner of Gotcha Enterprises . Did you find your way here OK ? " " Hi there , I ’ m Bill Gotcha , the owner of Gotcha Enterprises . Did you find your way here OK ? ", Your assistant gave wonderful directions . Your assistant gave wonderful directions . , Why are you switching jobs at this point in your career ? Why are you switching jobs at this point in your career ? , Our Company is moving overseas and I wish to stay in the United States . Our Company is moving overseas and I wish to stay in the United States . , What are you best at ? What are you best at ? , I am good at organizing systems that have been having problems . I am good at organizing systems that have been having problems . , What is your biggest challenge in terms of skills ? What is your biggest challenge in terms of skills ? , I don ’ t like to sit around and so like to always find things to do to keep myself busy . I don ’ t like to sit around and so like to always find things to do to keep myself busy . , That is good to hear ! "Mrs . Smith , you are always worried about your children . ", They are my own flesh and blood . It ’ s hard for me to see them suffering . They are my own flesh and blood . It ’ s hard for me to see them suffering . , That ’ s human nature . Do you have any particular conditions that you would like our firm to take into consideration ? , Yes . My house is far away from here . May I ask for an apartment ? Yes . My house is far away from here . May I ask for an apartment ? , No problem . We can offer you a flat with two bedrooms and a living room . No problem . We can offer you a flat with two bedrooms and a living room . ," That ’ s great . If you don ’ t mind my asking , does your company give bonuses ? " " That ’ s great . If you don ’ t mind my asking , does your company give bonuses ? "," You ’ ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales . " " You ’ ll get bonuses at the end of each year according to your achievements . Besides , we offer you 1 % commission on all your sales . "," Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ? " " Oh , just one more thing , could you give me some idea about holidays ? "," You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ? " " You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . In addition , you may have a paid month vacation every year . But when it is necessary , we do expect you to work overtime . Does it suit you ? ", No problem . No problem . ," If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me . " " If you are satisfied with the conditions here , please sign this contract and give it to me . ", OK . Hey man ! How ’ s it hanging ? , Hey man ! Everything is just groovy baby ! Hey man ! Everything is just groovy baby ! ," Did you go to the roller rink on Saturday ? I heard it was far out , man ! " " Did you go to the roller rink on Saturday ? I heard it was far out , man ! "," I wanted to , but I ran into this foxy lady that just moved to my block ! I was chatting her up a bit and then we mellowed out at her place . " " I wanted to , but I ran into this foxy lady that just moved to my block ! I was chatting her up a bit and then we mellowed out at her place . "," Right on , right on ! Well , Jim went to the rink with Sherry and he said it was dy-no-mite ! He was low on bread , but Sherry paid for everything . " " Right on , right on ! Well , Jim went to the rink with Sherry and he said it was dy-no-mite ! He was low on bread , but Sherry paid for everything . "," Gravy ! Jim is such a jive turkey man . He is always hitting me up for cash . Anyway , you wanna book and go grab some grub ? " " Gravy ! Jim is such a jive turkey man . He is always hitting me up for cash . Anyway , you wanna book and go grab some grub ? "," Yeah man , I ’ m starving ! " You look great today . And so beautiful . I love your elegant haircut . , Thanks . Wendy . There will be an important dinner party tonight . So I must make me the focus of my friends . We have some quality-control problems . Mr . Zhang . We need to go to the source to work them out . , What problems are you having exactly ? What problems are you having exactly ? ," The complaint rate for our new product line is very high , almost eight percent . " " The complaint rate for our new product line is very high , almost eight percent . ", That is high . That is high . , Yes . We keep finding problems when testing the sound boards . Yes . We keep finding problems when testing the sound boards . , But your promotional materials claim the broads are the least expensive of their types on the market . But your promotional materials claim the broads are the least expensive of their types on the market . ," The least expensive , but still fully functional . And we think that your factory needs to take measures to improve quality-control . " " The least expensive , but still fully functional . And we think that your factory needs to take measures to improve quality-control . "," That will involve additional expenses for us , which we will have to pass on to you as a rate hike . " " That will involve additional expenses for us , which we will have to pass on to you as a rate hike . ", I am afraid that is not acceptable . Your contract says that you will deliver a product with a reject rate of less than six percent . I am afraid that is not acceptable . Your contract says that you will deliver a product with a reject rate of less than six percent . ," Well . I will tell you what , Mr . Li . I will review the contract and talk with management . Then we will get together and hash this out . " "So Vicky , how long have you held your present position ? "," I ’ Ve been a secretary for two years , before that I was at university . " " I ’ Ve been a secretary for two years , before that I was at university . ", And how do you like working for IBM ? And how do you like working for IBM ? ," It ’ s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot . " " It ’ s challenging , I feel I have learned a lot . ", What ’ s strength do you bring to the job ? What ’ s strength do you bring to the job ? ," I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others . " " I get along well with people , and I enjoy working with others . ", That ’ s good . We always need team players here . I am kind of nervous . , Nervous ? Why ? Nervous ? Why ? ," I don't know . I never went to a church before . I was not raised as a Christian , so I don't know what to do . " " I don't know . I never went to a church before . I was not raised as a Christian , so I don't know what to do . ", Don't worry . You don't have to do anything.All you have to do is listen . You will enjoy it . Don't worry . You don't have to do anything.All you have to do is listen . You will enjoy it . ," Maybe . I know I agreed to go with you , but now I don't feel right about it . " " Maybe . I know I agreed to go with you , but now I don't feel right about it . "," Listen , Ryan.Catholics welcome people who aren't Catholics to visit the church.You don't have to pretend to be Catholic . It's okay if you just come to listen . " " Listen , Ryan.Catholics welcome people who aren't Catholics to visit the church.You don't have to pretend to be Catholic . It's okay if you just come to listen . ", Really ? Really ? , Yes . We are kind and welcoming people.It is not a secret society or something like that . Yes . We are kind and welcoming people.It is not a secret society or something like that . , Alright . But will we sing ? Alright . But will we sing ? ," Yes , but you don't even have to sing . If you want to sing along , you can . " " Yes , but you don't even have to sing . If you want to sing along , you can . ", I don't know the words . I don't know the words . , There is a songbook . All the words are in the songbook.Many people have to read the words . There is a songbook . All the words are in the songbook.Many people have to read the words . , And will I go up to the front to have the bread and wine ? And will I go up to the front to have the bread and wine ? ," No . That is something only true Catholics do.So if you come to the church as a visitor , you only listen to the service.But you shouldn't go up to the altar for the bread and wine.Only after someone joins the church , then they go up for the Eucharist . " " No . That is something only true Catholics do.So if you come to the church as a visitor , you only listen to the service.But you shouldn't go up to the altar for the bread and wine.Only after someone joins the church , then they go up for the Eucharist . ", Eu-char-ist ? What is that ? Eu-char-ist ? What is that ? , That is the special word for the ritual of the bread and wine.The Catholics call it the Eucharist . That is the special word for the ritual of the bread and wine.The Catholics call it the Eucharist . , It doesn't sound like an English word . It doesn't sound like an English word . , It's not . It's an ancient Greek word . It means gratitude . It's not . It's an ancient Greek word . It means gratitude . ," Alright . Well , I feel more comfortable now.Now I understand I am welcome as a visitor . " " Alright . Well , I feel more comfortable now.Now I understand I am welcome as a visitor . ", Of course you are . I wouldn't ask you otherwise . I lost my wallet . ," I'm sorry , that's bad luck . " How do you know ? I thought Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales . , You're right . We're not really into used stuff . You're right . We're not really into used stuff . ," Well , I've grown to like second-hand things . I wouldn't have gotten through university without them ! " " Well , I've grown to like second-hand things . I wouldn't have gotten through university without them ! "," There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan , besides auction websites . " " There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan , besides auction websites . ", I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later . I use those sites . Hey ! Let's go check out a flea market later . , Great ! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping ! The last thing I want to see is to lose face before my friends . , That ’ s really unbearable . That ’ s really unbearable . ," But you know , things cannot always go as you expect . " " But you know , things cannot always go as you expect . ", So get prepared for everything . Will you help me take these things to the car ? ," OK , which car do you want me to put them in ? " " OK , which car do you want me to put them in ? ", Bring them to my wife's car . Bring them to my wife's car . , Which one is hers ? Which one is hers ? , The blue SUV in front of the Honda . The blue SUV in front of the Honda . , What should I take first ? What should I take first ? ," That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law . " " That chair over there , but please be careful with it . It was a gift from my mother-in-law . "," Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself . " " Don't worry , I won't drop it . Wow , it's really heavy . I don't think I can move it by myself . ", Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back . Let me help you with that . I don't want you to hurt your back . , Where are you taking all this stuff ? Where are you taking all this stuff ? , Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ? Didn't I tell you ? We're moving to Florida ? ," You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month . " " You're moving now ? I knew you were moving , but I thought you said you were moving next month . "," Yes , that's true , but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away . " "Where are you going , Jane ? ", I'm going to the hospital to see Susan . I'm going to the hospital to see Susan . , I saw her yesterday.She was a little better . I saw her yesterday.She was a little better . , Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ? Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there ? ," No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital . " " No , you needn't . A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital . "," Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ? " " Number 13 buses run much more frequently , don't they ? "," Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus . " " Yes . I caught a number 7 bus yesterday , and they said I had taken a wrong bus . "," Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 . " " Thank you , Henry . I'll get a number 13 . ", But number 13 buses leave from the center of town.You ' ll have to walk two miles to catch one . Farmington ? Would you take a look at these catalogue ads that Roger did ? I don ’ t think we can use them . , Hmm . I see what you mean . Have you spoken with Roger ? He usually does better work than this . Hmm . I see what you mean . Have you spoken with Roger ? He usually does better work than this . ," I know , Mr . Farmington . But , I ’ m not sure that I should bring this up with him . I think it would be better if you spoke to him . " " I know , Mr . Farmington . But , I ’ m not sure that I should bring this up with him . I think it would be better if you spoke to him . ", All right . Leave these ads with me . I ’ ll speak to him this morning . "Next , please . Where to , sir ? "," A one-way ticket to Chicago , please . " " A one-way ticket to Chicago , please . "," How many did you say , sir ? " " How many did you say , sir ? "," One adult , please . " " One adult , please . "," That will be six dollars . Out of ten-seven , eight , nine , ten . Thank you . " "You know who won the election , right ? ", I ’ m still shocked that Obama was elected . I ’ m still shocked that Obama was elected . ," I couldn ’ t believe it , either . " " I couldn ’ t believe it , either . ", He just made history . He just made history . , I hope you voted for him . I hope you voted for him . , Of course I did . Did you ? Of course I did . Did you ? , I made sure to vote for him . I made sure to vote for him . , I am really excited about this . I am really excited about this . , I know how you feel . I know how you feel . ," Hopefully , he ’ ll change things in our nation . " " Hopefully , he ’ ll change things in our nation . ", I know that he will . I know that he will . , I trust him . "May , is this the Hall of Ancient China ? "," Yes . Look at these historical relics here , amazing ! " " Yes . Look at these historical relics here , amazing ! ", Why are they all in glass boxes ? Why are they all in glass boxes ? , For protection . Some relics will turn to dust if exposed to air . For protection . Some relics will turn to dust if exposed to air . , So there isn't air in the glass boxes ? So there isn't air in the glass boxes ? ," No , there isn't . They are all vacuumed . " " No , there isn't . They are all vacuumed . "," I wonder how old these things are , thousands of years ? " " I wonder how old these things are , thousands of years ? "," Yeah , they all come from a very ancient time . " " Yeah , they all come from a very ancient time . "," Hey , look at the three-leg cup . I've seen it on TV . " " Hey , look at the three-leg cup . I've seen it on TV . "," The bronze cup was made 4,000 years ago . It's priceless ! " " The bronze cup was made 4,000 years ago . It's priceless ! "," Yeah , it has no value at all . Who will use this cup today ? " " Yeah , it has no value at all . Who will use this cup today ? "," Danny , priceless means so valuable that you can't put a price on it . " " Danny , priceless means so valuable that you can't put a price on it . "," Oh , it does ? " You seem to very busy these days . What are you doing ? , I am swapped with work after 10 - day holiday . I am swapped with work after 10 - day holiday . , Where did you spend your holiday ? Where did you spend your holiday ? , I went to Paris . "I saw on TV that there is an entertainment item , bungee in Beijing Longtanhu Park . Except that the height is not exiting enough . ", You say how high can be exciting ? You say how high can be exciting ? ," The highest bungee spot in the world is located in Mount Kikicama , South Africa , which is 216 meters high . A cable car in a scenic spot in Switzerland is 160 meters high . " " The highest bungee spot in the world is located in Mount Kikicama , South Africa , which is 216 meters high . A cable car in a scenic spot in Switzerland is 160 meters high . ", I know that Frenchmen installed the Bungee cord between two tall buildings . I know that Frenchmen installed the Bungee cord between two tall buildings . ," It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently . " " It is said that Bungee was originally a grown-up ceremony of the indigenous people of New Guinea . People stood on branches of the tree , which was over 30 meters high . Their feet were fastened with canes and they jumped off from where they stood . When they almost reached the ground , they suddenly stopped to prove their bravery and express that they were able to endure the hardships of life independently . ", Luckily there is no such kind of ' grown-up ceremony ' any more . How many foreign languages can you speak ? , Only English . Only English . , What do you think of your English ? What do you think of your English ? , I have passed CET - 6 and I am proficient in reading and translating foreign materials . I have rich translating experience because I used to be an English translator . I have passed CET - 6 and I am proficient in reading and translating foreign materials . I have rich translating experience because I used to be an English translator . , Can you speak English fluently ? Can you speak English fluently ? , I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently . I have received an oral English training and I can communicate with others fluently . , Did you take TOEFL or GRE ? Did you take TOEFL or GRE ? ," Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE . " " Yes , I did . I got 600 in TOEFL and 2 , 300 in GRE . ", When did you begin to learn English ? When did you begin to learn English ? , I started to learn English when I was in primary school . I started to learn English when I was in primary school . , Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ? Do you think your English is good enough to do office work ? , The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe the amount of English I know is sufficient to work in a South Korea firm . Have you taken the written test yet ? ," No , I haven't . " " No , I haven't . ", You should study before you take it . You should study before you take it . , I have been studying . I have been studying . , Why don't you take the test ? Why don't you take the test ? , Do you know if it costs any money to take it ? Do you know if it costs any money to take it ? ," Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again . " " Since you already paid for your permit , you don't have to pay again . ", All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ? All right . Do you know if the test covers the whole book ? ," No , the test skips a lot of things in the book . " " No , the test skips a lot of things in the book . ", Did you pass it the first time that you took it ? Did you pass it the first time that you took it ? ," No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard . " " No , I didn't , because it was pretty hard . "," Well , I hope that I do well . " "Well , I'm glad you're finally back . I was wondering what happened . ", I feel kind of stupid . I feel kind of stupid . , Why ? Why ? , We got lost coming back . I guess I don't really know this town yet . We got lost coming back . I guess I don't really know this town yet . , You got lost . You're kidding ! You got lost . You're kidding ! , No . We took a wrong turn somewhere.And Joseph doesn't know the town at all . So I started giving him directions.But I didn't really know where we were . So we got seriously lost . No . We took a wrong turn somewhere.And Joseph doesn't know the town at all . So I started giving him directions.But I didn't really know where we were . So we got seriously lost . , You could have called . You could have called . , I know I could have . But finally we asked someone where we were . I know I could have . But finally we asked someone where we were . , You've been gone for two hours . How could you get lost for so long ? You've been gone for two hours . How could you get lost for so long ? , Guess where we ended up . Guess where we ended up . , I don't know . Where ? I don't know . Where ? ," When we finally decided to ask someone , they told us we were in Grangerfield . " " When we finally decided to ask someone , they told us we were in Grangerfield . ", Grangerfield ! You were in Grangerfield ? That's a completely different town ! How could you drive to a completely different town ? Grangerfield ! You were in Grangerfield ? That's a completely different town ! How could you drive to a completely different town ? , I don't know.The person we asked had to give us directions to the highway to get back here . I don't know.The person we asked had to give us directions to the highway to get back here . , Grangerfield is like a dozen miles away from here . Grangerfield is like a dozen miles away from here . , I know it is . I don't know how it happened . I know it is . I don't know how it happened . ," Hmm , maybe I do . " " Hmm , maybe I do . ", What ? What ? , Maybe I have an idea how it happened . Maybe I have an idea how it happened . , How ? How ? ," You were too busy looking at Joseph , and you weren't paying attention to the road . " " You were too busy looking at Joseph , and you weren't paying attention to the road . "," Oh , that's what you think , huh ? " " Oh , that's what you think , huh ? "," Yes , that's what I think.Maybe the next time you go out with him to buy groceries , you'll get lost for even longer.Maybe six hours or so . " " Yes , that's what I think.Maybe the next time you go out with him to buy groceries , you'll get lost for even longer.Maybe six hours or so . "," You know what , Trish ? " " You know what , Trish ? ", What ? What ? , I hope so . I really hope so . I hope so . I really hope so . ," Hah , hah ! See ? I guessed right . You weren't watching the road at all . " " Hah , hah ! See ? I guessed right . You weren't watching the road at all . "," No , I wasn't . It's kind of hard to watch the road when Joseph is behind the wheel . " Are you going to the cafeteria downstairs ? , Yes . Yes . , Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ’ t have enough time to go out for lunch . Could you please get me a takeaway ? I have some urgent work to finish . So I don ’ t have enough time to go out for lunch . , No problem . What should I bring ? No problem . What should I bring ? , I am not picky on food . Just bring me the day menu . Would you please show me the necklace in the window ? , Is this the one you want ? Is this the one you want ? ," No , the one next to it . " " No , the one next to it . ", Here you are . Here you are . , Thanks . What kind of stone is this ? Thanks . What kind of stone is this ? , It's a ruby . It is from South Africa . Would you like to try it on ? It's a ruby . It is from South Africa . Would you like to try it on ? ," Yes , please . How much is it ? " " Yes , please . How much is it ? ", It costs $ 200 . It costs $ 200 . , It looks good . OK . I'll take it . "Tom , hi , this is Mary with Gold Star Mortgage . "," Yes , Mary ? " " Yes , Mary ? ", We'd like you to come to work for us . We'd like you to come to work for us . , Oh . I'm sorry but I just accepted another offer which I feel is better suited to my needs . Oh . I'm sorry but I just accepted another offer which I feel is better suited to my needs . , I see . I see . ," I really appreciate the offer , but I must decline it . " " I really appreciate the offer , but I must decline it . ", Please call us if you change your mind . Please call us if you change your mind . ," I will , good luck . " "What's wrong , officer ? "," You do realize that you ran a red light , don't you ? " " You do realize that you ran a red light , don't you ? ", I did ? I did ? , You didn't see the red light ? You didn't see the red light ? ," I'm sorry for running it , but I really didn't know . " " I'm sorry for running it , but I really didn't know . ", Didn't you learn that red means stop ? Didn't you learn that red means stop ? , I know that . I know that . , Then tell me why you sped up on the yellow light . Then tell me why you sped up on the yellow light . , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , I'm giving you a ticket for this . I'm giving you a ticket for this . , I'm sorry for the misunderstanding . I'm sorry for the misunderstanding . , Maybe you'll think about this before you decide to run another light . "Mom , I hate eating vegetables ! ", You don ’ t have to eat them . I don ’ t mind . You don ’ t have to eat them . I don ’ t mind . ," Thanks , Mom.Can I have dessert now ? I love chocolate cake . " " Thanks , Mom.Can I have dessert now ? I love chocolate cake . ", No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables . No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables . , But I don ’ t like them.It ’ s not fair . But I don ’ t like them.It ’ s not fair . ," You can have some fruits for dessert.If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake . " " You can have some fruits for dessert.If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake . "," Ok , actually I don ’ t mind eating peas and carrots.But I hate broccoli and cauliflower . " " Ok , actually I don ’ t mind eating peas and carrots.But I hate broccoli and cauliflower . "," I'll remember that for next time.You ’ ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ? " " I'll remember that for next time.You ’ ll get extra peas and carrots , but no broccoli or cauliflower , ok ? "," Thanks , Mom ! " Are you sure you heard right ? ," Yes , he is running for class president . " " Yes , he is running for class president . ", I don't believe you . I don't believe you . , Take my word for it . What's the weather like in your city ? , In the summer it gets very hot.the temperature is often between 37 and 40 centigrade.when it is hot we often get rains.the winters are drier . In the summer it gets very hot.the temperature is often between 37 and 40 centigrade.when it is hot we often get rains.the winters are drier . , The summer temperature usually often reaches about 20 or25 in my city.the rain falls mostly in the winter.and we often get snow . The summer temperature usually often reaches about 20 or25 in my city.the rain falls mostly in the winter.and we often get snow . , What are the temperatures in winter ? in my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees . What are the temperatures in winter ? in my city it is about 15 or 20 degrees . , In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that.the streets are often icing in the morning.with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms . In winter temperature often falls to zero at night temperature can be below that.the streets are often icing in the morning.with high such temperatures you must get some thunderstorms . ," Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ? " " Yeah , we do . in the middle of summer there can be thunderstorms every day usually in the afternoon . i heard your city has a lot of fog , is that true ? "," We do have a few foggy days in winter.but i would not say we have a lot of fogs.the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ? " " We do have a few foggy days in winter.but i would not say we have a lot of fogs.the sky are usually clearly over your city , are they ? "," Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms.but each one usually only last a few hours.then the skys are clear again . " " Yes , they are . like i said we have thunderstorms.but each one usually only last a few hours.then the skys are clear again . ", Have you ever had snow in your city ? Have you ever had snow in your city ? , My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child.but my parents and i only see it outside of our city . My grandmother said there was snow once when she was a child.but my parents and i only see it outside of our city . , The river in my city sometime freeze over.people go ice-skating on it.on summer people go boating on the river.but few people go swimming because it is not very clean . The river in my city sometime freeze over.people go ice-skating on it.on summer people go boating on the river.but few people go swimming because it is not very clean . ," As you know , my city is on the coast.the water is also not clean.but people still go swimming all year around . i prefer to sand bath on the beach when the weather is hot in sunny . " Excuse me . would you lend me some wreckers , Until when ? Until when ? , Until Monday or Tuesday next week . Until Monday or Tuesday next week . , No problem . "And lightweight , too . It'll play for 20 hours on two AA batteries ! ", Cool ! The sound is great . These earphones are awesome ! Cool ! The sound is great . These earphones are awesome ! , And they're really safe . They'll protect your ear from sound damage . And they're really safe . They'll protect your ear from sound damage . , You certainly need that . You always pump the volume up way too high . You certainly need that . You always pump the volume up way too high . , I know . And you can also hear outside noises while you listen to music . I know . And you can also hear outside noises while you listen to music . , You're right ! So I can listen to music while riding my motorbike ! Martin . ," Hi . John , it ’ s Emily . How ’ s everything ? " " Hi . John , it ’ s Emily . How ’ s everything ? "," Great , thanks . What ’ s up ? " " Great , thanks . What ’ s up ? "," Oh , I was just thinking about getting a bite to eat . Have you had lunch yet ? " May I help you ? ," Hi , this is Sharon in Mr . Reynolds ’ s office . One of your delivery men picked up a package here about an hour ago . " " Hi , this is Sharon in Mr . Reynolds ’ s office . One of your delivery men picked up a package here about an hour ago . "," Yes , is there a problem ? Ma ’ am ? " " Yes , is there a problem ? Ma ’ am ? "," Well , it still hasn ’ t reached its destination . I wonder if you could track it down for us . Mr . Reynolds is a bit concerned . " Have you given the puppies anything to eat today ? , I fed them earlier today . I fed them earlier today . , Great ! Could you please bathe them later ? Great ! Could you please bathe them later ? ," Okay , I'll do that later . " " Okay , I'll do that later . ", Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday . Thank you ! Remember that they go to the vet this Saturday . , I know . What time is their appointment ? I know . What time is their appointment ? , We need to have them there at 11 We need to have them there at 11 , I got it . I will remember . You still have not given me those files I ’ Ve asked you for . ," I ’ m sorry , Mr . Myers . I ’ Ve just been so busy today . " " I ’ m sorry , Mr . Myers . I ’ Ve just been so busy today . "," I really don ’ t want to hear your excuses , Janet . We ’ re running a busy office here . You ’ re going to have to keep up . " " I really don ’ t want to hear your excuses , Janet . We ’ re running a busy office here . You ’ re going to have to keep up . "," You ’ re right , sir . I apologize . I ’ ll get those files for you now . " "Ladies and Gentlemen , this is the Statue of Liberty . It's one of the American symbol . ", It's really spectacular . It's really spectacular . , The statue has for a century acted as a figurehead for the American Dream . The statue has for a century acted as a figurehead for the American Dream . ," I think we can climb to the top , can't we ? " " I think we can climb to the top , can't we ? ", Of course you can . How did your vacation go ? , I traveled the Three Gorges . I traveled the Three Gorges . , What about the trip ? Do you enjoy yourself ? What about the trip ? Do you enjoy yourself ? ," Yes , we had a good time . The trip was terrific . We toured the Three Gorges by boat . Its realty exciting ! " " Yes , we had a good time . The trip was terrific . We toured the Three Gorges by boat . Its realty exciting ! ", Did your boat float down the river ? Did your boat float down the river ? ," Yes . There are many places where the gorge is very narrow , with steep cliffs on both sides . " " Yes . There are many places where the gorge is very narrow , with steep cliffs on both sides . ", Sounds dangerous . Sounds dangerous . ," Yes , but we have life jackets . And we got a real kick out of that . " " Yes , but we have life jackets . And we got a real kick out of that . ", What a thrilling trip ! "Give me some glasses please , Jane . ", Which glasses ? These glasses . Which glasses ? These glasses . ," No , not those . The ones on the shelf . " " No , not those . The ones on the shelf . ", These ? These ? ," Yes , please . " "Have any plans for the weekend , Tom ? "," Yeah , I ’ m going for a hike in the southern Rocky Mountains . " " Yeah , I ’ m going for a hike in the southern Rocky Mountains . "," Oh , do you go hiking often ? " " Oh , do you go hiking often ? ", I go as much as I can . I love hiking because you can really get in touch with nature . I go as much as I can . I love hiking because you can really get in touch with nature . , It would be nice to get out of the city . Do you want some company ? It would be nice to get out of the city . Do you want some company ? ," Sure . But , it will be a long hike , 30 miles in three days . Have you been hiking before ? " " Sure . But , it will be a long hike , 30 miles in three days . Have you been hiking before ? "," Yeah , I go a lot too . I saw a bear and a mountain lion on my last hike . " " Yeah , I go a lot too . I saw a bear and a mountain lion on my last hike . ", Wow ! You must have been pretty far away from the city . Wow ! You must have been pretty far away from the city . ," Yeah , my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest . " " Yeah , my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest . "," Well , bring him along too . We ’ ll have a great time this weekend . " " Well , bring him along too . We ’ ll have a great time this weekend . "," Thanks , I ’ ll ask him . " Which school are you attending ? , I am attending Hebes University of Technology . I am attending Hebes University of Technology . , When will you graduate from that university ? When will you graduate from that university ? , This coming July . This coming July . , What degree will you receive ? What degree will you receive ? , I will receive a Bachelor's degree . I will receive a Bachelor's degree . , What is your major ? What is your major ? , My major is Business Administration . My major is Business Administration . , How have you been getting on with your studies so far ? How have you been getting on with your studies so far ? ," I have been doing quite well at college . According to the academic records I've achieved so far , I am confident that I will get my Bachelor of Business Administration this coming July . " " I have been doing quite well at college . According to the academic records I've achieved so far , I am confident that I will get my Bachelor of Business Administration this coming July . ", How do you think the education you've received will contribute to your work in this institution ? How do you think the education you've received will contribute to your work in this institution ? , I have already learned a lot in the classroom and I hope to be able to make practical use of it in your company . My specialization at the university is just in line with the areas your institute deals with . I am sure I can apply what I have learned to the work in your institute . Here comes the birthday cake . ," Wow , what a lovely cake . " " Wow , what a lovely cake . ", Be sure to blow out all the candles in one puff . Be sure to blow out all the candles in one puff . ," Oh , they all went out ! Did you make a wish ? " " Oh , they all went out ! Did you make a wish ? "," Yes , but I doubt if I get it . I've never get it . " " Yes , but I doubt if I get it . I've never get it . ", Better luck this time . "That's right . Once the contract with Stars.com is final , we'll deal with Zina . ", I can't wait to see the expression on her face when we dump her . I can't wait to see the expression on her face when we dump her . , Don't jump the gun . She's in the driver's seat right now . You have to be patient . Don't jump the gun . She's in the driver's seat right now . You have to be patient . ," Don't worry . I'm patient , but vengeance will be mine . " " Don't worry . I'm patient , but vengeance will be mine . "," Settle down , Elvin . If you're not careful , you'll give our plan away . Zina's smart , you know . " "My pal , you are so nervous recently . You don't need to be like that . ", I am worried about that Arden will display all my drawbacks in the performance review . That will be embarrassing . I am worried about that Arden will display all my drawbacks in the performance review . That will be embarrassing . ," Just use your head . If you were definitely making some big mistakes , you would be informed . " " Just use your head . If you were definitely making some big mistakes , you would be informed . ", I had a nightmare last night and I dreamt Arden told me that my performance fell short of his expectation . I was terrified to wake up after hearing that . I had a nightmare last night and I dreamt Arden told me that my performance fell short of his expectation . I was terrified to wake up after hearing that . ," That is merely a dream . Remember , there is always room for us to have further improvement . I think we did the good job in the whole period . " " That is merely a dream . Remember , there is always room for us to have further improvement . I think we did the good job in the whole period . ", I know what you are talking about . The performance evaluation process starts from the day we're hired . There is no surprise during the actual review . Our maths teacher is rather humorous . ," On the contrary , I think he's very serious . " " On the contrary , I think he's very serious . "," No , not at all.His examples are really interesting . " " No , not at all.His examples are really interesting . ", So they're easy to remember . So they're easy to remember . ," Yeah , how about your maths teacher ? " " Yeah , how about your maths teacher ? "," He's an old antique , very serious . " " He's an old antique , very serious . "," Bad luck , Anne . " " Bad luck , Anne . ", Hey ! How about your history teacher ? Hey ! How about your history teacher ? , She's another antique . She's another antique . , I'm sorry to hear that . I want to take a photograph . , All right.Which kind do you prefer ? All right.Which kind do you prefer ? , I like one taken half length . I like one taken half length . , That's fine . Print shop . Seam speaking . ," Hi , Sean . It ’ s Mary in Mr . Emory ’ s office . I placed an order for 1,000 bound copies of a staff manual last week . " " Hi , Sean . It ’ s Mary in Mr . Emory ’ s office . I placed an order for 1,000 bound copies of a staff manual last week . ", It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks to complete a job like that . It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks to complete a job like that . ," Well , I was hoping you would do me a big favor . That was supposed to be a rush order , I forgot to tell you . I ’ m getting a lot of flak from my boss . " "Judy , your husband has a really nice car . "," Thanks . It's a lot better than mine , and it's new . " " Thanks . It's a lot better than mine , and it's new . ", Where are you going ? Where are you going ? , We're going to visit my sister in the city . We're going to visit my sister in the city . ," I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ? " " I didn't know your sister lives in the city , when did she move there ? "," About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library . " " About a year ago . She lives in an apartment on 3rd street , across from the public library . "," I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ? " " I see . It's almost 5:00 PM now , don't you think there will be a lot of traffic ? "," Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes . " " Oh , we're not driving . We're going to take the subway . The subway only takes about 20 minutes . "," Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway . " " Yes , but it can be very crowded around this time . I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway . "," I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now . " " I take the subway to work everyday , so I'm used to it now . ", Doesn't your mother live in the city ? Doesn't your mother live in the city ? ," Yes , she's lived there for about ten years . " " Yes , she's lived there for about ten years . ", I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then . I remember when she moved there . Apartments were a lot cheaper then . , I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now . I know what you mean . It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now . ," Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker . " " Have a good time . Next time you're free , give me a call and we'll go play poker . ", See you later . "Mom , I just finished my paper . Can you proofread it before I hand it in ? "," Sure , let ’ s take a look . Sweetie , this is terrific . Your ideas are so original . " " Sure , let ’ s take a look . Sweetie , this is terrific . Your ideas are so original . ", Thanks . Thanks . , I can tell you worked hard on it . I can tell you worked hard on it . , I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago . I really did ! I started thinking about what I wanted to say three weeks ago . ," Well , it was definitely worth all the time . " " Well , it was definitely worth all the time . ", Let ’ s just hope my teacher agrees . Is this the counter to pick up parcels ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", I want to pick up my parcels . I want to pick up my parcels . , Please show me your parcel order . Please show me your parcel order . , OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , Let me check your parcel number . Song Ping's parcel number should be CP 06230221 5 CN . Here is your parcel . Let me check your parcel number . Song Ping's parcel number should be CP 06230221 5 CN . Here is your parcel . , Thank you . Thank you . , Not at all . Let's start out to discuss the question of payment terms . , I suppose you know very well that we require irrevocable letters of credit payable against presentation of shipping documents . I suppose you know very well that we require irrevocable letters of credit payable against presentation of shipping documents . ," I fully understand your position . An irrevocable letter of credit ensures that the seller gets paid in time . But , on the other hand it would add to the buying costs . We've been , after all , trading partners for 3 years and you know us well . Can't you give us D / A or D / P ? " " I fully understand your position . An irrevocable letter of credit ensures that the seller gets paid in time . But , on the other hand it would add to the buying costs . We've been , after all , trading partners for 3 years and you know us well . Can't you give us D / A or D / P ? ", I'm afraid it has been our practice so far to insist on payment by L / C . I'm afraid it has been our practice so far to insist on payment by L / C . ," But on our part , our government is reluctant to approve of L / C payment for our imports . And there is the licensing problem . " " But on our part , our government is reluctant to approve of L / C payment for our imports . And there is the licensing problem . "," I understand that . Still , I'm not in a position to help you . Maybe we could do something later when we have had more and larger deals together . " "Let's get together this weekend , is that all right ? "," Sounds good , when ? " " Sounds good , when ? ", When is it convenient for you ? When is it convenient for you ? , Any time is fine . Any time is fine . , Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ? Could you and your wife be ready at nine o'clock ? , Please wait for us even if we're a little late . Please wait for us even if we're a little late . , Never mind . I'll be waiting for you . Never mind . I'll be waiting for you . , See you then . See you then . , OK . Bye ! Could you tell me if you have ever taken a class from Dr . Miller ? , Yes . Are you going to be taking a class from him ? Yes . Are you going to be taking a class from him ? ," Yes , but I have never taken his class before . " " Yes , but I have never taken his class before . ", He is very interesting and challenging . Is that what you are looking for ? He is very interesting and challenging . Is that what you are looking for ? ," Yes , that's what I need . " " Yes , that's what I need . ", He is really clear on what you need to learn to get a good grade . Are you willing to study hard ? He is really clear on what you need to learn to get a good grade . Are you willing to study hard ? ," Yes , I guess so . " " Yes , I guess so . ", What I really liked about him is that he was an understanding and friendly teacher . Do you enjoy that in a teacher ? What I really liked about him is that he was an understanding and friendly teacher . Do you enjoy that in a teacher ? ," Yes , I had a teacher like that before . " " Yes , I had a teacher like that before . ", Did you know that he has 20 years teaching experience ? Did you know that he has 20 years teaching experience ? ," No , I didn't , but that could be a good thing . " " No , I didn't , but that could be a good thing . "," Well , take a look at everything and figure out what is best for you . Good luck ! " "When I was a little boy , I had a dream of becoming a lawyer . ", Your dream comes true now . Your dream comes true now . ," Yes , I knew I would make it . " " Yes , I knew I would make it . ", You are really confident . Did you tip the bellboy ? ," Yes , but I don ’ t think it was enough . He looked disappointed . I gave him three dollars . " " Yes , but I don ’ t think it was enough . He looked disappointed . I gave him three dollars . "," That sounds about right to me , fifty cents a bag . If they think you don ’ t know better , they ’ ll try to get more . " " That sounds about right to me , fifty cents a bag . If they think you don ’ t know better , they ’ ll try to get more . "," It ’ s the same in Balloon . But I definitely think we over-tipped the cab driver . The fare was twenty dollars , and you gave him a five-dollar tip . That ’ s twenty-five percent of the total ! Too much ! " " It ’ s the same in Balloon . But I definitely think we over-tipped the cab driver . The fare was twenty dollars , and you gave him a five-dollar tip . That ’ s twenty-five percent of the total ! Too much ! "," I disagree . He was polite and informative , and he drove smoothly . One should reward good service . " " I disagree . He was polite and informative , and he drove smoothly . One should reward good service . ", I ’ ll sign for dinner and charge it to our room.Let ’ s see.The bill is one hundred dollars . That seems reasonable . How much tip should I leave ? I ’ ll sign for dinner and charge it to our room.Let ’ s see.The bill is one hundred dollars . That seems reasonable . How much tip should I leave ? ," Remember last month when we were in Europe ? Maybe Californians use that same system they add the waiter or waitress into the bill , so you don ’ t have to leave anything extra . " "Lucy , take my picture here , OK ? ", Sure . Just a minute . Let me take my camera out . Sure . Just a minute . Let me take my camera out . , What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , Is it broken ? Is it broken ? ," I hope not ! Oh , I see . " " I hope not ! Oh , I see . ", What is it ? What is it ? , The batteries are worn down . I need replace them . The batteries are worn down . I need replace them . , Where can we get batteries ? Where can we get batteries ? , All photography shops carry them . All photography shops carry them . , OK . Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does . "Hey daddy ! You look great today . I like your tie ! By the way , I was wondering can I & ", NO ! NO ! , I haven't even told you what it is yet ! I haven't even told you what it is yet ! ," Okay , okay , what do you want ? " " Okay , okay , what do you want ? ", Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ’ m going to concert tonight . Do you think I could borrow the car ? I ’ m going to concert tonight . , Um .. I don ’ t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother . Um .. I don ’ t think so . I need the car tonight to pick up your mother . ," Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him ! " " Egg ! I told you about it last week ! Smelly Toes is playing , and Eric asked if I would go with him ! ", Who's this Eric guy ? Who's this Eric guy ? ," Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please ! " " Duh ! He's like the hottest and most popular guy at school ! Come on , dad ! Please ! ", No can do ... sorry . No can do ... sorry . , Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ? Fine then ! Would you mind giving me 100 bucks ? , No way ! No way ! , That ’ s so unfair ! I haven ’ t seen you in a while . How have you been ? , Things are going fairly well . How about you ? Things are going fairly well . How about you ? ," Well , I ’ m hanging in there , but I lost my job and need to find another one quickly . " " Well , I ’ m hanging in there , but I lost my job and need to find another one quickly . ", I am looking for a job myself . What were you thinking of doing next ? I am looking for a job myself . What were you thinking of doing next ? , I am just trying to find something that will pay the bills until this bad economy passes by . I am just trying to find something that will pay the bills until this bad economy passes by . , Have you gotten any interviews yet ? Have you gotten any interviews yet ? ," No , I haven ’ t been out on one interview yet . " " No , I haven ’ t been out on one interview yet . ", Have you thought about the electrician program over there ? Have you thought about the electrician program over there ? , I think that I might be interested in that position . I think that I might be interested in that position . , I think we should go over there and see if we can apply for that program . Are you ready to order ? , Yes . I'll have the fresh fruit cocktail . Yes . I'll have the fresh fruit cocktail . , And for your entree ? And for your entree ? , I think I'll Ty the crisp deep-fried chicken . "May , do you mind helping me prepare for the picnic ? ", Sure . Have you checked the weather report ? Sure . Have you checked the weather report ? , Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all.This is your father's favorite sausage . Sandwiches for you and Daniel . Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all.This is your father's favorite sausage . Sandwiches for you and Daniel . ," No , thanks Mom . I'd like some toast and chicken wings . " " No , thanks Mom . I'd like some toast and chicken wings . ", Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me . Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me . ," Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket . " " Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket . "," All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ? " " All set . May , can you help me take all these things to the living room ? "," Yes , madam . " " Yes , madam . ", Ask Daniel to give you a hand ? Ask Daniel to give you a hand ? ," No , mom , I can manage it by myself . His help just causes more trouble . " What a lovely day . The sun is shinning and the sky is so blue . It's a perfect day to go to the beach and get a beautiful tan . ," Great idea . Unlike you , I just want to enjoy watching the sea and playing with the sand . I do not want to get a tan because I look good in pale skin . " " Great idea . Unlike you , I just want to enjoy watching the sea and playing with the sand . I do not want to get a tan because I look good in pale skin . ", Come on . Getting a tan symbolizes health and wealth in western countries . Come on . Getting a tan symbolizes health and wealth in western countries . , While the pale color symbolizes beauty and elegance in most Asia countries . While the pale color symbolizes beauty and elegance in most Asia countries . , That is a really interesting fact . That is a really interesting fact . , I will bring a big hat and apply a lot of sunscreen before setting off the beach . I will bring a big hat and apply a lot of sunscreen before setting off the beach . , Just do whatever you feel like doing . Just do whatever you feel like doing . , ( At the beach ) My bag is so heavy . Let's put the stuff under the tree . ( At the beach ) My bag is so heavy . Let's put the stuff under the tree . , Good idea . It is always cooler in a shade . Good idea . It is always cooler in a shade . , I can't wait to play in the water . My feet are burning when I stand on the sand . "Hi , Bob ! How are you doing ? ", Fine ! How are you ? Fine ! How are you ? ," I'm fine too , thank you . " " I'm fine too , thank you . ", I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening.Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets . I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening.Will you come with me ? I've two complimentary tickets . , With the greatest pleasure.Where is the concert this evening ? With the greatest pleasure.Where is the concert this evening ? , It will be held at the Music Hall . It will be held at the Music Hall . , What's on the program ? What's on the program ? ," It's a piano recital . I'm fond of piano , you know . " Excuse me . What should be included in my CV ? ," Generally speaking , a CV or resume is made up of 6 parts , personal information , educational experience , practical experience , personal skills , self-evaluation and job intentions . " " Generally speaking , a CV or resume is made up of 6 parts , personal information , educational experience , practical experience , personal skills , self-evaluation and job intentions . ", What kind of personal information ? What kind of personal information ? ," Including your name , sex , date of birth , height , phone number , and so on . " Would you mind if I make a suggestion ? ," Of course not , go ahead . " " Of course not , go ahead . ", Maybe you should try to quit smoking . You know it is very bad for your health . Maybe you should try to quit smoking . You know it is very bad for your health . ," Well , sure it is . Actually , I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago . I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day . Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day . " " Well , sure it is . Actually , I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago . I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day . Now I limit it to 6 cigarettes a day . ", You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run . You have made a big progress . Quitting smoking is not an easy job . But it will be rewarding in the long run . , Thank you for your suggestion . Thank you for your suggestion . , You ’ re welcome . When do you celebrate Thanksgiving ? , On the fourth Thursday of November . On the fourth Thursday of November . , What do you eat on that day ? What do you eat on that day ? , People cook turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner . People cook turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables . " " Besides the turkeys , we'll also have other delicious food . Such as pumpkin pies , puddings , mashed potatoes , bread , a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables . ", I'm almost hungry . Do you know who that tall man is ? , I don ’ t know . But he must be a big shot . I don ’ t know . But he must be a big shot . , Why ? Why ? , Because everyone is trying to butter him up . "Let me hold the door for you , miss . ", Thank you . You're very kind . May I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ m here for an interview as requested . " " Yes , I ’ m here for an interview as requested . ", You are Miss Liu ? You are Miss Liu ? , That ’ s right . That ’ s right . , Please take a seat . Please take a seat . ," Thank you , madam . " " Thank you , madam . "," We have received your letter and resume , and we thought we would like to ask you to come here for an interview . " " We have received your letter and resume , and we thought we would like to ask you to come here for an interview . ", It is a great pleasure for me to have this opportunity for interview . It is a great pleasure for me to have this opportunity for interview . , Have you brought your credentials ? Have you brought your credentials ? ," Yes , here they are . This is my ID card . This is my diploma . And this is my certificate for nurse qualifications . " "Hello , can I help ? ", I'm from Lexington Software and I'm here to collect an export L / C . I'm from Lexington Software and I'm here to collect an export L / C . , I have it right here . I have it right here . , Great . Can I take it with me now ? Or do you need me to fill in some forms or something ? Great . Can I take it with me now ? Or do you need me to fill in some forms or something ? ," No , you can take it away now . I just need you to sign here . " " No , you can take it away now . I just need you to sign here . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Just one thing before you go , could you please prepare your documents in accordance with the L / C within the validity period ? " " Just one thing before you go , could you please prepare your documents in accordance with the L / C within the validity period ? "," No problem , I'll get on that right away . Thanks , bye . " "Did you watch television last night , Charles ? "," Yes , I did . " " Yes , I did . "," It was a good game , wasn't it ? " " It was a good game , wasn't it ? "," Oh , I didn't watch the football match . I wanted to but my wife preferred to see the old film . " " Oh , I didn't watch the football match . I wanted to but my wife preferred to see the old film . ", What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well . What a pity . It was quite exciting . Both teams played very well . , How did it finish ? How did it finish ? , It finished in a draw . What was the film like ? It finished in a draw . What was the film like ? , It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first . It was quite good . But . I missed the beginning of it because I had to eat first . , Did your wife enjoy it ? Did your wife enjoy it ? ," No , she didn't . After half an hour she stopped watching and started to read a book . " Would you like to ask any questions ? , I need to know about the fees . I need to know about the fees . , What kind of fees ? What kind of fees ? , I ’ m asking about overdraft fees . I ’ m asking about overdraft fees . , You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft . You have to pay a small fee every time you overdraft . , What ’ s the fee ? What ’ s the fee ? , The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft . The fee is $ 25 every time you overdraft . , How is that a small fee ? How is that a small fee ? , That fee should keep you from overdrafting . That fee should keep you from overdrafting . , I ’ ll say . I ’ ll say . , Do you have any more questions ? Do you have any more questions ? , I don ’ t need to know anything else . Thank you . Honey . The cottages harmonize well with the landscape.That tourist resort is worth travelling to . , I ’ m so sorry that I have got to go . I have a business appointment right now . Did everyone fill out their entry permits ? , Yes . The videographer has already started filming my parents trying to speak English with the flight attendants . Yes . The videographer has already started filming my parents trying to speak English with the flight attendants . ," Speaking of flight attendants , they keep smiling at me . I wonder why ... " " Speaking of flight attendants , they keep smiling at me . I wonder why ... ", It'll be the year 2000 ! The flight attendants are coming over here . They're carrying bottles of champagne ! It'll be the year 2000 ! The flight attendants are coming over here . They're carrying bottles of champagne ! , That's because it's time . That's because it's time . , Time for what ? Time for what ? , It's time to make our wedding wish come true ... It's time to make our wedding wish come true ... , You mean get married now ? On the plane ? You mean get married now ? On the plane ? , Why not ? I've got the rings ready . Why not ? I've got the rings ready . ," I don't know what to say , Jack ! " " I don't know what to say , Jack ! "," Hopefully , you'll say "" yes "" ... " How is your ankle ? ," My what ? Oh , that , right as a trivet . " " My what ? Oh , that , right as a trivet . ", Please be careful next time . Please be careful next time . ," I will , thank you . " "Mrs . Lee , I ’ Ve stayed here for almost a week . And I really must leave tomorrow . ", Please feel free to stay as long as you want . You know you ’ re always welcome here . Please feel free to stay as long as you want . You know you ’ re always welcome here . , Thank you . You ’ Ve been so nice to me . Thank you . You ’ Ve been so nice to me . , Is there anything else I can do for you before your leave ? Is there anything else I can do for you before your leave ? ," No , thanks . You ’ Ve done a lot for me already . Thank you for everything . " " No , thanks . You ’ Ve done a lot for me already . Thank you for everything . ", Don ’ t mention it . I ’ Ve really enjoyed your company . "I need your help , Bob . ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , I'm really confused by these annoying abbreviations . I'm really confused by these annoying abbreviations . , Just relax . That's because you're new to chat . Let me take a look . Just relax . That's because you're new to chat . Let me take a look . ," A / S / L , IGP , H & K , and ZZZ . What the hell do they mean ? " " A / S / L , IGP , H & K , and ZZZ . What the hell do they mean ? "," ZZZ means'sleepy or tired or bored ' , A / S / L is tricky , which is often used at first encounter . It's a three-word question , ' age , / sex / location ? ' " " ZZZ means'sleepy or tired or bored ' , A / S / L is tricky , which is often used at first encounter . It's a three-word question , ' age , / sex / location ? ' ", Interesting . Then what does H & K refer to ? The city of Hong Kong ? Interesting . Then what does H & K refer to ? The city of Hong Kong ? ," Wrong . lt's not a place name , but a passionate act . " " Wrong . lt's not a place name , but a passionate act . "," Really ? What kind ? A girl left this word to me , and I thought she was in Hong Kong . " " Really ? What kind ? A girl left this word to me , and I thought she was in Hong Kong . ", Ahahah ... you miss her point for sure . H & K actually is an acronym for ' hug and kiss ' . Ahahah ... you miss her point for sure . H & K actually is an acronym for ' hug and kiss ' . ," Hug and kiss ? ! How is it possible ? Oh , it's really bad to Miun - Verstand her meaning . " " Hug and kiss ? ! How is it possible ? Oh , it's really bad to Miun - Verstand her meaning . "," Yeah , seems that you have a lot to learn and memorize . " Hotel front desk . ," Hi , I'd like to leave a wake-up call . " " Hi , I'd like to leave a wake-up call . ", For what time ? For what time ? , Please wake me up at 6 am . Have you seen the new Hannibal Letter movie ? ," Oh , yes . You ? " " Oh , yes . You ? ", Yes . What did you think of it ? Yes . What did you think of it ? , I thought it was better than the others-I really liked it.What did you think of it ? I thought it was better than the others-I really liked it.What did you think of it ? ," I liked it , too . It was scary , but not disgusting . I always enjoy watching Anthony Hopkins . He's brilliant . " " I liked it , too . It was scary , but not disgusting . I always enjoy watching Anthony Hopkins . He's brilliant . "," Mmm . That's what I thought , too . And I always enjoy watching Anthony Hopkins . " " Mmm . That's what I thought , too . And I always enjoy watching Anthony Hopkins . "," Oh , yes , he is brilliant . What's the name of the young actor ? " " Oh , yes , he is brilliant . What's the name of the young actor ? "," Hum , Edward Norton , or something like that . " " Hum , Edward Norton , or something like that . ", Yes . He was excellent . They worked well together . Why don't you come round for a meal one evening next week ? , I'd love to . I'd love to . , Which day would suit you ? Which day would suit you ? , Any day except Tuesday . Any day except Tuesday . , How about Thursday ? How about Thursday ? ," Yes , Thursday would be fine . What time shall I come ? " " Yes , Thursday would be fine . What time shall I come ? "," Oh , about 6:00 . Will that be OK ? " " Oh , about 6:00 . Will that be OK ? "," Yes , of course . Thank you very much . " " Yes , of course . Thank you very much . "," See you on Thursday , then . " What did you buy at the market ? , I bought some special local products . I bought some special local products . , You seem to have bought the whole market ! You seem to have bought the whole market ! ," Yes . I really wanted to do so . I love those handicrafts , especially the paper-cut . " " Yes . I really wanted to do so . I love those handicrafts , especially the paper-cut . ", Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals . Paper-cuts are all hand-made . Let me see the paper-cuts you bought . They are all animals . , Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ? Aren't animals the main content of Chinese paper-cuts ? ," All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes . " " All right . Animals , especially Chinese zodiac , are the most common theme in paper-cuts . But there are other themes . ", Then I will buy some tomorrow . Then I will buy some tomorrow . , Why do you want to buy so much ? Why do you want to buy so much ? , Because I want to send them to my friends . Because I want to send them to my friends . , I see . "Can I see your passport , please ? ", Is this line for non-residents ? Is this line for non-residents ? , Yes it is . Residents can queen up in the lines to my right . Yes it is . Residents can queen up in the lines to my right . , Ok . Here's my passport . Ok . Here's my passport . , What's the expiration date on your passport ? What's the expiration date on your passport ? ," I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page . " " I think it's soon , maybe in a few months . It was renewed in Beijing , so the new expiry date is on the last page . "," I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK . " " I see . Yes , you'll need to renew your passport in a few months . Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK . ", I won't . I won't . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," No , I don't have anything to declare . " " No , I don't have anything to declare . ", How long will you be staying in the UK ? How long will you be staying in the UK ? , I'll be here for about a year . I'll be here for about a year . , What is the purpose of your stay ? What is the purpose of your stay ? , I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University . I'll be studying . I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University . , Where will you be staying ? Where will you be staying ? , I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus . I have a housing contract with the university . I'll be in a dorm room on campus . , How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ? How do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here ? , My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts . My father has already paid for that in advance . Here are the receipts . , Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back . Ok . Have a good stay . Here's your passport and documents back . , Thank you very much . Let's have seafood tonight and then go see the new movie at Mall Cinema.Betsy told me it's a beautiful love story and I shouldn't miss it . ," Oh , Goodness , please not again.That ' s what we did last week . " " Oh , Goodness , please not again.That ' s what we did last week . "," No , we didn't . Last week we went to see that movie about a man's struggle against mental illness . " " No , we didn't . Last week we went to see that movie about a man's struggle against mental illness . "," Right , it was a chick flick , just like this one , so what's the difference ? Besides , this is the last week for the third movie in Destroyer series and I want to see that on a big screen . Action movies need to be seen in a theater on a big screen . " " Right , it was a chick flick , just like this one , so what's the difference ? Besides , this is the last week for the third movie in Destroyer series and I want to see that on a big screen . Action movies need to be seen in a theater on a big screen . "," Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week.But you liked that movie , didn't you ? " " Oh , yeah , and I did promise to see it with you if we went to that movie last week.But you liked that movie , didn't you ? "," Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap . " " Oh , sure , it was great . I had popcorn for dinner and paid the price of a movie ticket to get a two-hour nap . "," It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner.We went to an excellent restaurant . " " It wasn't that bad , and you're the one that insisted on skipping dinner.We went to an excellent restaurant . ", That place doesn't have a single meat dish.Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much . That place doesn't have a single meat dish.Just fish and shellfish and you know I don't like fish that much . , And I don't like meat that much.The only meat I eat is chicken . And I don't like meat that much.The only meat I eat is chicken . ," But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences . " " But when I pick the restaurant , we go to a place that has both chicken and fish . I always respect your food preferences . "," Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat . " " Well , I suppose that , to be fair , you should get to pick the movie and we can go to a restaurant that serves meat . "," Now you're talking , we can see that love story next time . " "Excuse me , I'm afraid you've parked in the wrong spot . "," Oh , really ? Isn't this spot C408 ? " " Oh , really ? Isn't this spot C408 ? "," No , it's D408 , my parking space . I have already paid for it . " " No , it's D408 , my parking space . I have already paid for it . "," I'm sorry , I must have been confused . I had thought it's C section , but actually it's D section . I'll move my car right away . " " I'm sorry , I must have been confused . I had thought it's C section , but actually it's D section . I'll move my car right away . ", It's no big deal . Thank you . May I help you ? ," I'd like to cash this check , please . " " I'd like to cash this check , please . ", Do you have an account with us ? Do you have an account with us ? , Yeah . Here's my identification card . Yeah . Here's my identification card . , Do you want large or small bills ? Do you want large or small bills ? ," Actually , I want to buy some traveler's checks . " " Actually , I want to buy some traveler's checks . ", What denomination ? What denomination ? , Twenties would be fine . Twenties would be fine . , Do you want the whole amount in traveler's check ? Do you want the whole amount in traveler's check ? ," Yes , please . " "Reservation , can I help you ? "," Yes , I would like to reserve a room for next Monday . " " Yes , I would like to reserve a room for next Monday . "," Wait a moment , please . Let me check it . " " Wait a moment , please . Let me check it . "," By the way , I want a large room . " " By the way , I want a large room . "," Right now we have a suite for 4 people , do you want to book it ? " " Right now we have a suite for 4 people , do you want to book it ? "," Yes , that's what I am looking for . I will take the room for 2 days . " Do you enjoy going on dates ? , Yes . I find dates to be a lot of fun . Yes . I find dates to be a lot of fun . , What's so fun about them ? What's so fun about them ? , They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better . They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better . , So you always have fun on dates ? So you always have fun on dates ? , Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with . Not always . I don't always like the person I'm on the date with . , Why not ? Why not ? , My date may not be my type . My date may not be my type . , So then why would you ask them out in the first place ? So then why would you ask them out in the first place ? , I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type . I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type . , Sounds like a huge waste of time to me . Sounds like a huge waste of time to me . ," Now that I think about it , it really is sometimes . " "We have a great variety of men's suits , sir.Which particular brand do you prefer ? ", Pierre Cardin . Pierre Cardin . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , It look fine.Can I try it on ? Which window do I go to for parcel ? , Here will be OK . Here will be OK . , I want to mail this package . I want to mail this package . , Please put it on the scale . Where are you mailing it to ? Please put it on the scale . Where are you mailing it to ? , Zhuhai . Zhuhai . , Do you want to mail it by air or sea ? Do you want to mail it by air or sea ? , What's the difference in price ? What's the difference in price ? ," 25 yuan by air , 13 yuan by sea . " " 25 yuan by air , 13 yuan by sea . ", How long will it take by air ? How long will it take by air ? , About 2 days . About 2 days . ," Then I will send it by air , thank you . " " Then I will send it by air , thank you . "," Please fill out this form , and what's in your package ? " " Please fill out this form , and what's in your package ? ", Just some souvenirs . Just some souvenirs . ," OK , that will be OK . " " OK , that will be OK . ", Thank you . I'm going to America . , Any idea when you'll leave ? Any idea when you'll leave ? , I hope before the end of the month . I hope before the end of the month . , Let me know when you find out . Any questions ? , When will I know your decision ? When will I know your decision ? , Can we get in touch with you by e-mail ? Is this convenient for you ? Can we get in touch with you by e-mail ? Is this convenient for you ? , It ’ s quite convenient . It ’ s quite convenient . , Thank you for your interest in our company . Thank you for your interest in our company . , OK . Thank you very much . "May , could you tell me how to solve this problem ? ", That ’ s a secret . I couldn ’ t tell you . That ’ s a secret . I couldn ’ t tell you . , Don ’ t give me your attitude . Please tell me . "Ikebana , it's an art of flowers and it's quite different from Western style flower arrangement because in Ikebana's theory you can decorate one flower , only with one flower . ", What's another Japanese art ? What's another Japanese art ? ," Japanese art ? Mm , Ikebana ! Tea Ceremony ! " " Japanese art ? Mm , Ikebana ! Tea Ceremony ! ", Tea Ceremony ! Tell me about Tea Ceremony . Tea Ceremony ! Tell me about Tea Ceremony . ," Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl . " " Tea Ceremony ! It's , there's a certain way you have to make tea , not only make tea , there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl . ", I see . I see . ," Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl " " Yes , with one piece of cloth , and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl ", How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ? How do you learn that ? Is that something that your mother would teach you ? How do people learn that ? ," There's some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony . So you need to go to a school , yes , and learn from your teacher and their hierarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go , climb up the ladder in the hierarchy . " "You are blue in the face , arn't you ? "," The cat has eaten my fish , I'll kill it . " " The cat has eaten my fish , I'll kill it . "," But supposing your son killed like the fish , what do you think then ? " " But supposing your son killed like the fish , what do you think then ? ", I'll beat him . I'll beat him . ," So beat the cat , but don't kill it . " Can I help you ? ," I'd like the double cheese burger meal , please . " " I'd like the double cheese burger meal , please . ", What kind of drink would you like with that ? What kind of drink would you like with that ? , Just coke will be fine . Just coke will be fine . ," Would you like a super size meal ? Only 2 RIB more , you'll get large coke and fries instead of medium . And today we are offering free toys all the meal boxes . " " Would you like a super size meal ? Only 2 RIB more , you'll get large coke and fries instead of medium . And today we are offering free toys all the meal boxes . "," That sounds good , thanks , I'd like that . Actually I'd like sprite instead of coke , thanks . " " That sounds good , thanks , I'd like that . Actually I'd like sprite instead of coke , thanks . "," That's not a problem , Miss . Will that be it ? " " That's not a problem , Miss . Will that be it ? "," Yes , that's all . " " Yes , that's all . "," That will be 25RMB , please " " That will be 25RMB , please ", You got it . What do you like to do in your spare time ? , I like taking photos . I like taking photos . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , look at the photos I took . " " Yes , look at the photos I took . ", They are beautiful . You did a good job . They are beautiful . You did a good job . , Thank you for saying so . Thank you for saying so . ," As a matter of fact , you are really a terrific photographer . " "Good morning , Star Airline . What can I do for you ? "," I'd like to confirm a reservation , please.My name is Wang Lin . My flight is KF98 . " " I'd like to confirm a reservation , please.My name is Wang Lin . My flight is KF98 . "," I see . You are leaving for Berlin on July 23rd with Mr . Smith , right ? " " I see . You are leaving for Berlin on July 23rd with Mr . Smith , right ? "," What ? I am afraid you have made a mistake , I am leaving on July 21st alone . " " What ? I am afraid you have made a mistake , I am leaving on July 21st alone . ", Isn't your family name Lin ? Isn't your family name Lin ? , No.It is Wang . No.It is Wang . , I am sonry.So you are loaving on Duty 21st and your seat is in the business section . I am sonry.So you are loaving on Duty 21st and your seat is in the business section . , That's right.Thank you . I hear that the Students ' Union is going to take new members . , Really ? Can I join it ? Really ? Can I join it ? , Of course you can if you like it . Of course you can if you like it . , How can I join it ? How can I join it ? , There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then . There will be an information session about the Students ' Union this Tuesday . You can apply for it then . ," OK , thank you . " What do you think a job is ? ," Well , a way to make a living , of course , but beyond that I think a job is a way of developing oneself as a person . " " Well , a way to make a living , of course , but beyond that I think a job is a way of developing oneself as a person . ", Where do you see yourself three years from now ? Where do you see yourself three years from now ? , I wouldn't like to hold a specific title . I just want to enjoy what I am doing . I wouldn't like to hold a specific title . I just want to enjoy what I am doing . , That sounds reasonable . That sounds reasonable . , It's the most important thing to me . It's the most important thing to me . , Fine . What kind of relationship do you think should exist between a boss and his or her employees ? Fine . What kind of relationship do you think should exist between a boss and his or her employees ? ," I think a company is a place to get work done . Certainly friendly , open relationships among all company employees is important , and I think an employee should be serious about his or her work responsibilities and have a professional relationship with the boss . " " I think a company is a place to get work done . Certainly friendly , open relationships among all company employees is important , and I think an employee should be serious about his or her work responsibilities and have a professional relationship with the boss . ", You'll have a definite answer from us within a week . Goodbye . You'll have a definite answer from us within a week . Goodbye . , Goodbye . How did you find your apartment ? , You can check on the bulletin boards at school for local housing . You can check on the bulletin boards at school for local housing . , What if I need a roommate ? What if I need a roommate ? , There are websites that can hook you up with a roommate . There are websites that can hook you up with a roommate . , How much do apartments cost around here ? How much do apartments cost around here ? , It depends on what you want . Do you want a one - or two-bedroom apartment ? It depends on what you want . Do you want a one - or two-bedroom apartment ? , I just need a one-bedroom apartment . I just need a one-bedroom apartment . , That will probably cost you around twelve hundred dollars a month . That will probably cost you around twelve hundred dollars a month . , Would you come with me to look at apartments ? Would you come with me to look at apartments ? , I would be happy to look at apartments with you . "Yeah , but you guys don't stay with the same classmates all day , right ? ", Right . The people in your math class might not be the people you have science with . Right . The people in your math class might not be the people you have science with . ," So , you sent out invitations to your whole graduating class ? " " So , you sent out invitations to your whole graduating class ? ", Yep . And the date is set for homecoming night . Yep . And the date is set for homecoming night . , I thought homecoming was a high school dance . I thought homecoming was a high school dance . ," It's a football game the school team plays at home . The dance and reunions are usually that night , too . " Room reservations . Can I help you ? ," Hello , is there a room available ? " " Hello , is there a room available ? ", What kind of room do you have in mind ? What kind of room do you have in mind ? ," A twin room , please . " " A twin room , please . "," Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked.The only room available at the moment is a suite . " " Hold on , please . ... I'm afraid we're fully booked.The only room available at the moment is a suite . "," Oh , I see . Thank you anyway . " I wonder if it is possible that we organize a dinner party for all the colleagues in our departments . They are working very hard these days . Maybe it is time for everybody to relax a little . ," That is a good idea , I love it . What time do you think is convenient ? " " That is a good idea , I love it . What time do you think is convenient ? "," Well , what about this Thursday evening after we finish the weekly meeting ? " " Well , what about this Thursday evening after we finish the weekly meeting ? "," Ok , I will inform everybody when they come back from lunch . It has been a long time since we had the department dinner last time . I am sure they don ’ t want to miss it . " " Ok , I will inform everybody when they come back from lunch . It has been a long time since we had the department dinner last time . I am sure they don ’ t want to miss it . ", I hope so . Let me know how many will come . Then I will book the restaurant . "Excuse me , I'd like to send this parcel . "," What's in it , please ? " " What's in it , please ? ", Just a few shirts . Just a few shirts . , OK . You may wrap it now . Please fill in this form and label it . ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered ? OK . You may wrap it now . Please fill in this form and label it . ( after a moment ) Would you like it registered ? ," No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail . " " No , I'd rather send it by ordinary mail . ", Nine dollars and fifty cents . Nine dollars and fifty cents . , Here you are . Here you are . , Here's the receipt . Here's the receipt . , Thank you so much . You seem to be unhappy . What happened ? , My mother is ill in the hospital . My mother is ill in the hospital . , What does the doctor say ? What does the doctor say ? , The disease fails to respond to drugs . What happened to your car ? , A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car . A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car . , Are they going to pay you for the damages ? Are they going to pay you for the damages ? , They're saying it was already there . They're saying it was already there . , What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ? What the hell . That doesn't make sense . What are you going to do ? , I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there . I have to go to court . A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there . , That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me . That sucks . I'd be pissed if that happened to me . , I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars . I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars . ," Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store . " " Oh my gosh . Damn ... screw the court , I would burn down their store . ", We'll see what happens after court . I am looking for some information about home stay . ," Well , I have been in a host home before . During my first year in the us , I stayed with a family . They are nice . " " Well , I have been in a host home before . During my first year in the us , I stayed with a family . They are nice . ", How did you pay them ? How did you pay them ? ," Well , that depends . If you stay for a long time . They will offer a discount . " Would you please bring us a menu ? ," Sure . What would you want to have today , Chinese food or western food ? " " Sure . What would you want to have today , Chinese food or western food ? ", Western food . Western food . , Here is the menu . Take your time . "Excuse me , is this the parcel counter ? "," Yes , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , what can I do for you ? "," I'd like to send this parcel , please . " " I'd like to send this parcel , please . "," What's in it , please ? " " What's in it , please ? ", Some books and newspapers . Some books and newspapers . , OK . please fill in this form and label it . OK . please fill in this form and label it . , Is it all right ? Is it all right ? , Yeah . And would you like to mail it by air ? Yeah . And would you like to mail it by air ? ," No , I'd rather send it by sea . " " No , I'd rather send it by sea . "," Thirteen yuan , please . Here is the receipt and change . " " Thirteen yuan , please . Here is the receipt and change . ", Thank you . Rachel ? This is John Emory speaking . ," Yes , Mr . Emory ? " " Yes , Mr . Emory ? ", I ’ Ve got some bad news . All the plans sent over to the McGrath Corporation have been rejected . We ’ re going to have to start from scratch . I ’ Ve got some bad news . All the plans sent over to the McGrath Corporation have been rejected . We ’ re going to have to start from scratch . , I thought they had already agreed to everything . That ’ s going to take weeks to rework . "Doctor , save my baby , please ", What symptoms does he have ? What symptoms does he have ? ," He has had a fever for one day . Just now at home , he had febrile convulsions with teeth and fists clenched and eyes turned up . We were at a loss what to do . We called an ambulance and brought the baby here . " " He has had a fever for one day . Just now at home , he had febrile convulsions with teeth and fists clenched and eyes turned up . We were at a loss what to do . We called an ambulance and brought the baby here . ", How long did the convulsion last ? How long did the convulsion last ? , About 3 minutes . About 3 minutes . , Does he have any other complaints ? Does he have any other complaints ? ," Three days ago , he began to cough , sneeze and have a running nose . Yesterday , he began to have a fever . " " Three days ago , he began to cough , sneeze and have a running nose . Yesterday , he began to have a fever . ", Have you taken his temperature ? Have you taken his temperature ? , It was 38 ° C this morning and it was 39 ° C just now . It was 38 ° C this morning and it was 39 ° C just now . , Let me examine him to see if there is any rash . No rash . Let me examine him to see if there is any rash . No rash . , Is it serious ? Is it meningitis ? Is it serious ? Is it meningitis ? ," No , it is not meningitis . Just a high fever and convulsions , which results from a virus upper respiratory tract inflection . " " No , it is not meningitis . Just a high fever and convulsions , which results from a virus upper respiratory tract inflection . ", Does he have to be admitted to hospital ? Does he have to be admitted to hospital ? ," No . No need for admission . I'll give the baby analgia nose drops to bring down the temperature first . Then I will give you a prescription . The pink tablets are used for his fever . When his temperature is over 38 ° C , give him one tablet . The other tablets are sedatives for his convulsions . The white liquid is for the cold . Give the baby plenty of water to drink . " " No . No need for admission . I'll give the baby analgia nose drops to bring down the temperature first . Then I will give you a prescription . The pink tablets are used for his fever . When his temperature is over 38 ° C , give him one tablet . The other tablets are sedatives for his convulsions . The white liquid is for the cold . Give the baby plenty of water to drink . "," Thank you very much , doctor . " Can I help you ? ," No , thanks . I'm just looking . " I can't get into my room . I mean I left my room key inside . ," I see , sir . Those two ladies in front of your room did the same thing twenty minutes ago . " " I see , sir . Those two ladies in front of your room did the same thing twenty minutes ago . "," Oh , did they ? Well , would you give us an extra key to the room ? " " Oh , did they ? Well , would you give us an extra key to the room ? ", I am afraid we have no extra key . So I will send somebody to your room . I am afraid we have no extra key . So I will send somebody to your room . ," By the way , what should I do with the key when I go out ? " " By the way , what should I do with the key when I go out ? ", Please drop it at the front desk when you leave the hotel . "Good afternoon . I am Mr . Brown , the Import manager of Atlantic Industries Ltd , Sidney , Australia . This is my card . "," Good afternoon , Mr . Brown . My name is Mrs . Anderson , manager of the sales department . " " Good afternoon , Mr . Brown . My name is Mrs . Anderson , manager of the sales department . "," Nice to see you , Mrs . Anderson . " " Nice to see you , Mrs . Anderson . "," Nice to see you too , Mr . Brown . Won ’ t you sit down ? " " Nice to see you too , Mr . Brown . Won ’ t you sit down ? ", Thank you . Thank you . ," What would you like , tea or coffee ? " " What would you like , tea or coffee ? ", I ’ d prefer coffee if you don ’ t mind . I ’ d prefer coffee if you don ’ t mind . ," Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ? " " Is it your first trip to the Fair , Mr . Brown ? "," No , it ’ s the fourth time . " " No , it ’ s the fourth time . ", Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ? Good . Is there anything you find changed about the Fair ? ," Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before . " " Yes , a great deal . The business scope has been broadened , and there are more visitors than ever before . "," Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ? " " Really , Mr . Brown ? Did you find anything interesting ? "," Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products . " " Oh , yes . Quite a bit . But we are especially interested in your products . ", We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ? We are glad to hear that . What items are you particularly interested in ? ," Women ’ s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ’ ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ? " " Women ’ s dresses . They are fashionable and suit Australian women well , too . If they are of high quality and the prices are reasonable , we ’ ll purchase large quantities of them . Will you please quote us a price ? ", All right . Could you baby-sit for me tonight ? , I'd be glad to . "Excuse me , sir . May I help you ? ", Yes . I have to change a room . Yes . I have to change a room . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , Next door is so noisy . I can't sleep at all . Next door is so noisy . I can't sleep at all . ," OK , I am sorry for that . We will arrange another one for you . " "Look at these clothes designed by top fashion designer like Versacci , Calvin Klein , and Vivienne Westwood . What do you think of them ? "," Well , they look lovely , but they ’ re not very practical . I mean , would you wear that dress to the office or walking down the street ? " " Well , they look lovely , but they ’ re not very practical . I mean , would you wear that dress to the office or walking down the street ? ", I know what you mean . People would stare at you in amazement if you wore something like that in an everyday situation . I suppose only extravagant rich people wear them at cocktail parties . I know what you mean . People would stare at you in amazement if you wore something like that in an everyday situation . I suppose only extravagant rich people wear them at cocktail parties . , Maybe . I ’ m not sure why they have fashion shows like this . Hardly anyone will buy those clothes . The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear . It seems like a waste of money . Maybe . I ’ m not sure why they have fashion shows like this . Hardly anyone will buy those clothes . The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear . It seems like a waste of money . ," I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ’ s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing . " " I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons . First , it ’ s just like a big party . They can meet each other and network . The other thing is that it is great advertising . All the journalists and photographers are there . Thirdly , it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing . ", You meant it ’ s an expression of their fantasies ? You meant it ’ s an expression of their fantasies ? ," Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ’ t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ‘ don ’ t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ’ . " " Yes . I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren ’ t concerned with what other people might think . In a way , the designers are saying ‘ don ’ t worry about what others think . Wear what you like ! ’ . "," Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish . " " Very philosophical . I think they design these clothes more for publicity . They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous , but still stylish . ", Come on . All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes . I'd like to remit 5000 dollars to my friend . , Please show me your ID card and tell me the receiver's address . Please show me your ID card and tell me the receiver's address . ," Room 20 , Suzie Building , Beijing Road , Shenzhen , China . " " Room 20 , Suzie Building , Beijing Road , Shenzhen , China . "," Ok , that's all . " Check out these wheels ! , You bought a compact car ? You bought a compact car ? ," No , I borrowed it . " " No , I borrowed it . "," Let me guess , from Sarah . It looks like something she would drive . " " Let me guess , from Sarah . It looks like something she would drive . "," You guessed right . Besides , the color violet is a little girly for me . " " You guessed right . Besides , the color violet is a little girly for me . ", I love it . It's so festive ! And where did you get that cup ? It's got the same logo . Have you ever been involved in the auditing work ? ," Yes , I have . I was employed by the financial section of the university ever since I graduated . I worked there for 3 years . Then I had worked in a bank for 3 years . " " Yes , I have . I was employed by the financial section of the university ever since I graduated . I worked there for 3 years . Then I had worked in a bank for 3 years . ", How long did it take you to become an auditor ? How long did it take you to become an auditor ? , Very short time . I became an auditor within three months . There is something wrong with my credit card . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , There is a charge on here that I never made . There is a charge on here that I never made . , What charge was made ? What charge was made ? , It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought . It was a charge for a $ 350 purse that I never bought . , You didn't make this purchase ? You didn't make this purchase ? , I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large . I think I would remember if I made a purchase that large . , Sorry . When was this purse purchased ? Sorry . When was this purse purchased ? , It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3 It was purchased on the 12th of November at 3 , We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this . We'll do an investigation and get to the bottom of this . ," In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ? " " In the meantime , do I have to pay for this charge ? ", No . We'll take care of everything . I wonder if you can help me . I'm looking for a room . , Yes . I've got a small room . Yes . I've got a small room . , How much is it ? How much is it ? ," 200 yuan a week , but smoking is not allowed . " " 200 yuan a week , but smoking is not allowed . ", OK.Can I see the room now ? OK.Can I see the room now ? , Would you mind waiting ? I'm on the telephone . "Hello , John , please invite all our clients to the conference next week . ", How should I get their contact info . How should I get their contact info . , Get the clients ' contact info from my Rolodex . Get the clients ' contact info from my Rolodex . , Where should I put them up ? Where should I put them up ? , How about the Holiday Inn ? How about the Holiday Inn ? , The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more . The clients like the Shangri-La Hotel more . ," Well , the client is always right . " " Well , the client is always right . "," What else would I prepare , Sir ? " " What else would I prepare , Sir ? ", Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over . Please print out the meeting agenda for me to look over . , Certainly . Certainly . , And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it . And make sure to return my Rolodex to my desk when you are done with it . , Of course . I'm on it What can I do for you ? , I wish to buy a diamond ring . I wish to buy a diamond ring . , How many carats diamond do you want ? How many carats diamond do you want ? , Two carats . Two carats . , Is this one suit for you ? Is this one suit for you ? ," No , it seems too old-fashioned . " " No , it seems too old-fashioned . ", What about this ? What about this ? ," Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ? " " Let me try it on , it's too small for me , haven't you got any larger ones ? "," Yes , try this one please . " " Yes , try this one please . "," This fits me well , how much is it ? " " This fits me well , how much is it ? "," 3,500 yuan . " " 3,500 yuan . ", It's reasonable . Here you are . "Sorry , I'm late . ", It doesn't matter . This is the house I want to rent . , Could you tell me the advantages of it ? Could you tell me the advantages of it ? ," No problem . First , it's comfortable and cozy . Second , it has a lovely view of the city . Third , it has all kinds of electric appliances that we need , such as refrigerator , electric stove , heating apparatus , washing machine and dishwasher . Forth is the most important , the electricity is free of charge . Finally , it's located in the center of the city and the transportation is convenient . " " No problem . First , it's comfortable and cozy . Second , it has a lovely view of the city . Third , it has all kinds of electric appliances that we need , such as refrigerator , electric stove , heating apparatus , washing machine and dishwasher . Forth is the most important , the electricity is free of charge . Finally , it's located in the center of the city and the transportation is convenient . "," There is something in what you said , but what is the rent ? " " There is something in what you said , but what is the rent ? ", 200 dollars per week . 200 dollars per week . ," In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas . " " In my opinion , the rent is far more expensive than that in other areas . "," It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent . " " It certainly is . But to tell you the truth , the room is so large that I can share it with someone else , and that will decrease the total amount of the rent . "," Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself . " " Your intention is good , but I still can't agree with you . If no one would like to share it with you , you have to pay it all by yourself . ", Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ’ s easy to go anywhere from here and it ’ s near the place where I work ? Don't you think I can save some bus fares since it ’ s easy to go anywhere from here and it ’ s near the place where I work ? , I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ? I agree with you in this way . But how often do you go to work or shopping per week ? , Twice a week for work and once for shopping . Twice a week for work and once for shopping . ," In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university . " " In my opinion , you have to go to the university every day , and the fare would cost you most of your living expenses if you live here far away from the university . "," That's true . Ok , I will think about it . " do you believe in UFO's ? ," sure . A UFO is just a space vehicle from another planet . If you think about it , our space shuttles are UFOs . " " sure . A UFO is just a space vehicle from another planet . If you think about it , our space shuttles are UFOs . ", I've never thought about it like that before . I've never thought about it like that before . ," I've seen photos of UFOs in America before , but they've all looked doctored up . " " I've seen photos of UFOs in America before , but they've all looked doctored up . ", do you think that there's life on other planets ? do you think that there's life on other planets ? , I think there must be . I think there must be . , why is that ? why is that ? , I don't't think it would make sense if we were the only beings in this whole world . The world is just far too big for that . I don't't think it would make sense if we were the only beings in this whole world . The world is just far too big for that . , do you think that there's intelligent life trying to contact us ? do you think that there's intelligent life trying to contact us ? ," no , but we're trying to contact them . " " no , but we're trying to contact them . ", I suppose you're right . I suppose you're right . ," I think that countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future so that when global warming destroys this planet , humankind will not become extinct . " " I think that countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future so that when global warming destroys this planet , humankind will not become extinct . ", do you really think that global warming Wil destroy Earth some day ? do you really think that global warming Wil destroy Earth some day ? ," there's a lot of evidence that suggest it will , but I don't think it's going to happen any time soon . " "Jenny , I was wondering ... if you .. eh are you busy this Friday ? "," Yes , Friday I have a class , right after work . " " Yes , Friday I have a class , right after work . "," Oh , what about Saturday ? Are you free then ? " " Oh , what about Saturday ? Are you free then ? ", Saturday my parents are coming to town . What ’ s up ? Saturday my parents are coming to town . What ’ s up ? , What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ? What about tonight ? Do you have plans tonight ? ," No , do you want to go and do something ? " " No , do you want to go and do something ? "," Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner . " " Yes , yes , I want to take you to dinner . "," Oh , that sounds great . How about 6 o ’ clock ? " "Excuse me . I'd like to check out , please . "," Of course , sir . Did you have anything from the minibar ? " " Of course , sir . Did you have anything from the minibar ? ", No . No . ," Ok , the total would be $ 367 and 65 cents.How would you pay ? " " Ok , the total would be $ 367 and 65 cents.How would you pay ? "," By American express , if that's ok . " " By American express , if that's ok . "," Of course , sir . Will you need taxi ? " " Of course , sir . Will you need taxi ? ", That's ok . I'm expecting a lift from my friend . "I feel very miserable . I took the death of my wife very hard , you know . ", Cheer up ! Let bygones be bygones . Cheer up ! Let bygones be bygones . ," I ’ Ve tried it , not a chance . " " I ’ Ve tried it , not a chance . ", It seems you have to take time . What's the weather forecast for today ? ," Cloudy in the morning , overcast in the afternoon . " " Cloudy in the morning , overcast in the afternoon . ", Any rain ? Any rain ? ," No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow . " " No , but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow . ", I wouldn't either . It's been looking like rain for several days . Hello . I was wondering if Taylor Smith has checked out yet ? , Just one moment . I'll check with the cancer ward desk . Just one moment . I'll check with the cancer ward desk . ," The cancer ward ! ? Oh , my . It's worse than we thought . " " The cancer ward ! ? Oh , my . It's worse than we thought . "," Ma'am , I'm sorry . The cancer ward said Mr . Smith passed away two days ago . " " Ma'am , I'm sorry . The cancer ward said Mr . Smith passed away two days ago . ", That's impossible ! I'm talking about Mister Taylor Smith . That's impossible ! I'm talking about Mister Taylor Smith . ," Yes , ma'am . He died from complications of stomach cancer . I'm very sorry . " " Yes , ma'am . He died from complications of stomach cancer . I'm very sorry . ", I'm really sick ! Mary and I decided to ring the curtain down on our love affair . ," What ? You have been in love for six years , haven ’ t you ? " " What ? You have been in love for six years , haven ’ t you ? ", Don ’ t make a fuss . Many people divorce after having living together for many years . Don ’ t make a fuss . Many people divorce after having living together for many years . , What a pity . "What ’ s the matter , Sally ? You look so unhappy . ", I had a bad day yesterday . I had a bad day yesterday . , What happened ? What happened ? , I went to the library and lost my bag . I went to the library and lost my bag . , Your bag ? Did you get it back ? Your bag ? Did you get it back ? , I went back for it . But it was already gone . I went back for it . But it was already gone . , That ’ s too bad . I ’ m sorry to hear that . "Excuse me , is there any summer resort around the town ? "," As far as I know , the nearest one is next to the Willdon . " " As far as I know , the nearest one is next to the Willdon . ", It doesn't matter . I just want to have a relax and I don't care how far it is . Can you tell me how to get there ? It doesn't matter . I just want to have a relax and I don't care how far it is . Can you tell me how to get there ? ," Yes , take the greyhound bus . It will lead you directly there . " " Yes , take the greyhound bus . It will lead you directly there . ", Thanks a billion . It seems to me that everything is going digital nowadays . ," Yes . Speaking of digital wares , I bought a digital camera last week . " " Yes . Speaking of digital wares , I bought a digital camera last week . ", Cool ! What brand Cool ! What brand , A Sony . It's only one third the size of my old camera and looks rather smart . A Sony . It's only one third the size of my old camera and looks rather smart . , What about the quality ? What about the quality ? , Superb ! It's a 4 megapixel one and the photos it takes are very vivid and clear . Anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , I just forgot where the bed linens department is . " " Yes , I just forgot where the bed linens department is . ", It's on the third floor . It's on the third floor . , Thank you . What can I get for you today ? ," Could I get a hamburger , please ? " " Could I get a hamburger , please ? ", Would you like cheese on that ? Would you like cheese on that ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", Would you like a drink ? Would you like a drink ? , Let me have a soda . Let me have a soda . , What kind of soda would you like ? What kind of soda would you like ? ," May I have a Sprite , please ? " " May I have a Sprite , please ? "," Sure , no problem . " " Sure , no problem . ", I would also like a bag of chips . I would also like a bag of chips . , Will that be all ? Will that be all ? , That's everything . Hurry up ! Time is money ! , Don't build a fire under me . I know the importance of time . Don't build a fire under me . I know the importance of time . , But you are too slow to follow them . But you are too slow to follow them . , Don't you see I'm trying my best ? "Welcome to our factory . My name is Tiang Had and I'll show you around here.First we'll take a look at the workshop which produces food thermometers . Please , this way . ", Has all the work done by men been replaced by automatic computers ? Has all the work done by men been replaced by automatic computers ? ," Yes , it has . " " Yes , it has . "," Excuse me , what is this ? " " Excuse me , what is this ? ", This is a circuit board . This is a circuit board . , Are the batteries in it made by your people ? Are the batteries in it made by your people ? ," No , they are from other factories . " " No , they are from other factories . ", What kind of battery is it ? What kind of battery is it ? , It is lithium which can be used for over three years . "Honey , can you set the table ? "," Um , sure . What are we having for dinner ? Do I need to put out anything in particular ? " " Um , sure . What are we having for dinner ? Do I need to put out anything in particular ? "," Well , make sure to put out the pepper and salt shakers . I don ’ t know if your brother is coming tonight so set an extra place mat just in case . " " Well , make sure to put out the pepper and salt shakers . I don ’ t know if your brother is coming tonight so set an extra place mat just in case . "," Ok , should I use the fancy silverware ? " " Ok , should I use the fancy silverware ? "," Yeah go ahead , forks , spoons and knives . I roasted some meat so be sure to put out some steak knives as well . " " Yeah go ahead , forks , spoons and knives . I roasted some meat so be sure to put out some steak knives as well . ", I ’ ll also set some cups and saucers for some coffee after dinner . I ’ ll also set some cups and saucers for some coffee after dinner . , Honey ? Have you seen our soup bowls ? Honey ? Have you seen our soup bowls ? , They are in the cupboard where you keep the gravy boat and serving dishes . Just be careful because the wine glasses are also there . They are in the cupboard where you keep the gravy boat and serving dishes . Just be careful because the wine glasses are also there . , Oops ! How did you first meet ? , My roommate invited both of us to dinner . My roommate invited both of us to dinner . , Was it love at first sight ? Did you fall in love with her the first time you met her ? Was it love at first sight ? Did you fall in love with her the first time you met her ? , Yes ! The first time I saw her I knew we would fall in love . Tom has grown six inches within a year . , He has reached puberty . His mind and body both will change a lot . He has reached puberty . His mind and body both will change a lot . ," Yeah , do you see his Adam's apple ? It becomes bigger . " " Yeah , do you see his Adam's apple ? It becomes bigger . ", Time is flying . I still remember everything when he was a child . What did you do at that company ? ," I helped my boss organize some grand ceremonies and maintained close relations with newspapers , magazines , the radio and the TV . " " I helped my boss organize some grand ceremonies and maintained close relations with newspapers , magazines , the radio and the TV . "," If a consumer complains about the quality of your products , what will you do ? " " If a consumer complains about the quality of your products , what will you do ? "," If I am not in the service center , I will assist others in resolving the consumer complaints . And pass the criticism on to the relevant department . " I would like to buy a bottle of cleansing milk.Can you recommend me some kinds ? , Sure . What kind of skin do you have ? Sure . What kind of skin do you have ? , My skin is oily . My skin is oily . , Then I advise you to buy the LAY cleansing milk . Then I advise you to buy the LAY cleansing milk . , Can you tell me more ? "I am sorry , I have broken my wine glass , and would you please bring me another ? ", Sure . I will clean the glasses for you . Sure . I will clean the glasses for you . , Thank you . Where is the washing room ? Thank you . Where is the washing room ? , Walk straight and turn left . "Madison Suites , how may I help you ? "," Yes , I'm calling from Mexico . I will be in town next week and would like to know if you have availability . " " Yes , I'm calling from Mexico . I will be in town next week and would like to know if you have availability . "," OK ma'am , can you tell me the date you expect to check in ? " " OK ma'am , can you tell me the date you expect to check in ? "," Yes , July ninth . I will be there for seven nights . " " Yes , July ninth . I will be there for seven nights . ", We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates . We have a junior single suite or a superior double suite available for those dates . , What's the difference ? What's the difference ? ," The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar . " " The junior suite is smaller and has one twin bed , while the superior suite has a double bed and mini-bar . "," OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ? " " OK , I would like to reserve the superior suite . Is breakfast included ? "," Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation . " " Yes , a buffet breakfast is served every morning . I will need your name and your credit card details in order to complete the reservation . "," Sure , my credit card number is ... " What sort of things do you grow in your garden ? ," I grow a variety of things , so that something is in bloom all year round . " " I grow a variety of things , so that something is in bloom all year round . ", When is your garden at its best ? When is your garden at its best ? ," It looks best in spring , when the plum and cherry blossoms are out . " May I use your phone ? , Go ahead . "Hello , Helen . "," Hi , Steven . " " Hi , Steven . ", How are you today ? How are you today ? ," I ’ m very well , Thank you . And you ? " " I ’ m very well , Thank you . And you ? "," I ’ m fine , thanks . How is Tony ? " " I ’ m fine , thanks . How is Tony ? "," He ’ s fine , Thanks . How ’ s Emma ? " " He ’ s fine , Thanks . How ’ s Emma ? "," She ’ s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you . " " She ’ s very well , too , Helen . Goodbye , Helen . Nice to see you . "," Nice to see you , too , Steven . Goodbye . " "Great party , isn't it ? "," Yeah , really , jane and ted always have great parties . " " Yeah , really , jane and ted always have great parties . "," This is my first , I only met jane last week . she and I teach at the same school . " " This is my first , I only met jane last week . she and I teach at the same school . "," Oh , so you're a teacher . " " Oh , so you're a teacher . "," Yeah , history , what about you ? " " Yeah , history , what about you ? ", I'm in the car business . I'm in the car business . , Salesman ? Salesman ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Oh , I see , by the way , my name's Mary . " " Oh , I see , by the way , my name's Mary . "," Nice to meet you , I'm jim taylor . " Bob was late for work this morning . , Has he been late before ? Has he been late before ? ," Yes , once last week . " " Yes , once last week . ", Thanks for letting me know . "Jenny , what's your favorite color ? ", I like red . I like red . ," Now , we're going to draw an apple in your sketch book . What do we use ? " " Now , we're going to draw an apple in your sketch book . What do we use ? "," Dad , I want to draw with crayons , can I ? " " Dad , I want to draw with crayons , can I ? ", Why not ? Let's draw the outline of an apple with your pencil first . "good afternoon , madam . How can I help you ? "," well , I am a little bit out of shape . I think I should get some exercise to keep fit . what kind of service do you offer ? " " well , I am a little bit out of shape . I think I should get some exercise to keep fit . what kind of service do you offer ? "," first of all , we'll tailor a work-out plan according to your physical conditions and your personal needs . " " first of all , we'll tailor a work-out plan according to your physical conditions and your personal needs . ", how can you get that done ? how can you get that done ? ," well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan . " " well , we give each of our customers a qualified personal trainer . The trainer will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan . ", what else ? what else ? ," since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us " " since everyone is different , your personal trainer will help you find out all the exercise equipments that are suitable for you fitness level . Then you'llbe taught all the necessary techniques to us ", sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ? sounds pretty good . How much do you charge ? ," that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year . " " that depends . We offer membership for one month , half a year and one year . ", perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first . perhaps one month . I'll just have a try at first . , wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it . wise decision . that is 400 yuan . You'll find it's totally worth it . ," OK , I'll take it . " Sir what's the boarding time ? , I am sorry.The flight is late.Please go to the waiting room for further notice . I am sorry.The flight is late.Please go to the waiting room for further notice . , I don't want to miss my flight . I don't want to miss my flight . , Don't worry . We will keep you well informed . Don't worry . We will keep you well informed . , Thank you . "Oh , I am not sure I even want to look at this house ! ", It is a bit of a fixer-upper . Let ’ s take a look inside . It is a bit of a fixer-upper . Let ’ s take a look inside . , It doesn ’ t look much better inside this place . It doesn ’ t look much better inside this place . ," You know , with a little elbow grease and paint , you could spruce it up a bit . " " You know , with a little elbow grease and paint , you could spruce it up a bit . "," There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy . " " There are hardly any windows in here , and that makes it really gloomy . ", Let ’ s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large . Let ’ s go check out the kitchen . The printout says that it is quite large . , Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper . Look at those broken tile countertops and the peeling wallpaper . ," Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please . " " Maybe the master suite has some redeeming qualities . Follow me , please . ", What ’ s that smell ? What ’ s that smell ? , Perhaps we should move on to the next listing . "John , you have done a good job . Our new series computer is appreciated by the guests . They intend to sign contracts with our company . You really did a good job . ", Thank you . I can't imagine the design of the new computer is so popular among computer users . Thank you . I can't imagine the design of the new computer is so popular among computer users . ," Hah , as the sale department director of our team , you are the best . " " Hah , as the sale department director of our team , you are the best . ", I am flattered . But I am not sure whether the manager is satisfied with it . She asked me to her office . I am flattered . But I am not sure whether the manager is satisfied with it . She asked me to her office . , Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize . Why not ? You've done so well for the company . She should give you a prize . , I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time . I feel nervous when I face her . She looks so serious when we have a conversation all the time . , Come on ! What are you nervous about ? Come on ! What are you nervous about ? , It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation . It is said that the sales for the new computer did not meet the expectation . , But the sale number is close to the predicted amount . But the sale number is close to the predicted amount . , I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place . I'm still nervous . I don't know what to say to the manager . I always feel ill at ease in that kind of place . , Take it easy . Be confident . I'm sure you can do it . What are you using for bait today ? , We are fishing with worms . The fish seem to like them . We are fishing with worms . The fish seem to like them . ," Is that so ? We're using lures , and the fish are biting those too . " " Is that so ? We're using lures , and the fish are biting those too . ", Looks like a lucky day for everyone . I heard the film was after the novel The Godfather . , Who wrote it ? Who wrote it ? , Mario Puku . Mario Puku . ," Who're the producer , the director , the stars , heroine and the hero ? " " Who're the producer , the director , the stars , heroine and the hero ? "," I'm always interested in how , but seldom pay much attention to who . " Don ’ t you think that ’ s good idea to hold a party outside ? , I don ’ t think so . I don ’ t think so . , How about going to a concert ? How about going to a concert ? , That ’ s should be fun . The washing machine isn't working again . , It's not my fault . "Stupid girl , making me spend so much money , now I have to get it from the ATM ... "," Hello , welcome to Universal Bank . Please insert your card into the slot . " " Hello , welcome to Universal Bank . Please insert your card into the slot . "," I know where to put my card ! Stupid machine , talking to me like I ’ m an idiot ... " " I know where to put my card ! Stupid machine , talking to me like I ’ m an idiot ... ", Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key . Thank you . Please select an option.Thank you . You have selected withdrawal . Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key . Thank you . Please select an option.Thank you . You have selected withdrawal . ," Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money ! " " Yeah , yeah , I know what I selected . Just give me my money ! "," Please type the amount you would like to withdraw.Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 . " " Please type the amount you would like to withdraw.Thank you , you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation . If this is correct please press 1 . "," No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No ! " " No , no ! Stupid machine , what are you doing ! No ! ", Confirmed . Thank you for using our bank ! Please remove your card from the slot . Goodbye ! Hello ! You're welcome to Guangzhou Fair . , Thank you . I'm from America . Here is my business card . Thank you . I'm from America . Here is my business card . ," Glad to meet you , Mr . Smith . My name is Wang and here is my name card . I'll be glad to do what I can for you . " " Glad to meet you , Mr . Smith . My name is Wang and here is my name card . I'll be glad to do what I can for you . ", Great ! This is my first visit to the Fair . Everything is new to me . Would you please give me some information ? Great ! This is my first visit to the Fair . Everything is new to me . Would you please give me some information ? ," Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China . " " Glad to . The Fair is a big gathering taking place twice a year , thousands of businessmen from more than a hundred and fifty countries and regions are here to trade with China . ", What about your company ? What about your company ? , Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ? Ours is a company special in exporting leather products . And what about yours ? ," My firm has high standing in my country . My bank is the City Bank , New York . You may refer to it for my status . " " Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good . "," Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Thomas Bradley . " " Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Thomas Bradley . ", How do you do ? I'm Ted Nugent . How do you do ? I'm Ted Nugent . ," Sorry , what was your last name again ? " " Sorry , what was your last name again ? "," It's Nugent , N-U-G-E-N-T , but just call me Ted . " " It's Nugent , N-U-G-E-N-T , but just call me Ted . "," Ok , I'm Tom . " " Ok , I'm Tom . ", Glad to meet you . Glad to meet you . ," And what do you do , Ted ? " " And what do you do , Ted ? ", Me ? I'm in the car business . Me ? I'm in the car business . , Salesman ? Salesman ? ," Yes , that's right . And how about you ? " " Yes , that's right . And how about you ? ", I work for American Airlines . I work for American Airlines . ," Oh , really ? What do you do there exactly ? " " Oh , really ? What do you do there exactly ? ", I'm in the Personnel Department . Which bus should I take from PHS to Sons ? , Can you tell me which Sons you want to go to ? Can you tell me which Sons you want to go to ? , I believe that it's on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove . I believe that it's on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove . , You'll have to catch two different buses to get there . You'll have to catch two different buses to get there . , Do you know which buses I need to take ? Do you know which buses I need to take ? , The 268 is the first bus you need to catch . The 268 is the first bus you need to catch . , What do I do after I get on the 268 ? What do I do after I get on the 268 ? , Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington . Get off when you get to Fair Oaks and Washington . , Then what ? Then what ? , Catch the 261 and get off at Sons . Catch the 261 and get off at Sons . , That's all ? That's all ? , That's all you have to do . "Did you call me , sir ? "," Yeah . If you are available now , let me describe your work duties , OK ? " " Yeah . If you are available now , let me describe your work duties , OK ? ", What am I expected to do ? What am I expected to do ? ," As a newcomer , you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first , including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing . Later , you will be assigned to the Sales Department . " " As a newcomer , you are going to be responsible for some basic tasks first , including certain routine duties like answering the telephone and typing . Later , you will be assigned to the Sales Department . "," I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ? " " I see . It must be a challenging job , but I would like to do it . And what about now ? "," For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly . " " For this is your first day in our company , you can begin with our special products . Before you do your job , it's necessary for you to be familiar with our own products . Sort these papers and file them correctly . "," OK , I'll get to work on it at once . " Thank you so much . I can't take this . , She will insist . It's a rosary . She has millions of them . Take it . She will insist . It's a rosary . She has millions of them . Take it . , What did she mean just now about raising pigs ? What did she mean just now about raising pigs ? ," Oh ! My grandmother used to say “ raising pigs , raising kids ... at least you can eat the pigs . ” " " Oh ! My grandmother used to say “ raising pigs , raising kids ... at least you can eat the pigs . ” ", Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady . Ha-ha . I get it . That's funny . Your cousin's a real sarcastic lady . ," She likes to complain about her macho husband and her “ bambinos ” , but she loves them all dearly . " What are you doing this weekend ? , I'm going to the movies with a friend . How about you ? I'm going to the movies with a friend . How about you ? , I'm not sure yet . I'm not sure yet . ," Well , did you want to go see a movie with me ? " " Well , did you want to go see a movie with me ? ", What movie are you going to see ? What movie are you going to see ? , I'm not sure yet . Is there something you want to see ? I'm not sure yet . Is there something you want to see ? , There's nothing I can think of . There's nothing I can think of . ," So , did you want to go ? " " So , did you want to go ? "," No , thanks , maybe another time . " " No , thanks , maybe another time . "," Okay , sounds good . " "Can I help you , madam ? "," Yes , can I see a few T-shirts , Please ? " " Yes , can I see a few T-shirts , Please ? ", Certainly.Here you are.They ' re the very latest fashion . Certainly.Here you are.They ' re the very latest fashion . , I'm not very particular about the design.But I want something of good quality . I'm not very particular about the design.But I want something of good quality . , They're of good cotton and the color never fades . "I'm thirsty . Pull over to that store , I'll buy some drinks . ", I'm afraid I can't . Parking is not allowed here . I'm afraid I can't . Parking is not allowed here . ," Oh , that's too bad , Where can you park around here ? " " Oh , that's too bad , Where can you park around here ? ", There is a square in front of us . We can park the car there . There is a square in front of us . We can park the car there . , Is a shop there ? Is a shop there ? ," I'm not sure , you know I'm not familiar with the city , too . " "Good afternoon . What can I do for you today , Madam ? "," It's a little sensitive , actually . I need to get hold of some money , and quickly . " " It's a little sensitive , actually . I need to get hold of some money , and quickly . "," OK , Madam . We are here to help . " " OK , Madam . We are here to help . "," I already have some Time Deposits with you , but unfortunately , they haven't matured yet . I really don't want to cash those just yet . " " I already have some Time Deposits with you , but unfortunately , they haven't matured yet . I really don't want to cash those just yet . "," I understand completely . There are other options , such as a Personal Pledge Loan . " " I understand completely . There are other options , such as a Personal Pledge Loan . "," I've not heard of that , could you tell me more , please ? " " I've not heard of that , could you tell me more , please ? ", The procedure is really simple and convenient . All you need to do is fill in this Loan Application form . The procedure is really simple and convenient . All you need to do is fill in this Loan Application form . , Right ... anything else ? Right ... anything else ? ," Of course , we'll need some documentation from you . Like your resident permit , proof of salary and your USD Deposit Certificate , to use as collateral . " " Of course , we'll need some documentation from you . Like your resident permit , proof of salary and your USD Deposit Certificate , to use as collateral . ", And then I just sign here ? You're right ! It certainly is simple and extremely convenient . "Oh , honey . You came . I'm so glad ! Why are you wearing a bonnet ? "," Uh , just for fun . Happy Easter , Mom . We got you these Easter lilies . " " Uh , just for fun . Happy Easter , Mom . We got you these Easter lilies . "," They're beautiful . Taylor , you're so pale and skinny ! " " They're beautiful . Taylor , you're so pale and skinny ! ", Of course I'm pale . It's just now the beginning of spring . I don't have my summer tan yet . Of course I'm pale . It's just now the beginning of spring . I don't have my summer tan yet . , I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ? I guess . Are you sure you're taking care of yourself ? ," I'm fine , Mom . Remember Holly ? This is her roommate , Yi-jun .. " I can't seem to find the cereal aisle . , You'll find the cereal by the breakfast foods . You'll find the cereal by the breakfast foods . , What breakfast foods ? What breakfast foods ? , They're over by the oatmeal and the breakfast bars . They're over by the oatmeal and the breakfast bars . ," Oh , I think I know what you're talking about . " " Oh , I think I know what you're talking about . ", Can I help you with anything else ? Can I help you with anything else ? , Could you tell me where the dishwashing detergent is ? Could you tell me where the dishwashing detergent is ? , You'll find that by the paper towels . You'll find that by the paper towels . ," Oh , I didn't think of that . " " Oh , I didn't think of that . ", That's where it'll be . That's where it'll be . ," Well , thank you very much . " " Well , thank you very much . "," If you need anything else , please feel free to ask me " What are the best places to visit here please ? ," It depends If you are interested in the city.you might like to tour it by car I can be your guide , We'll leave the afternoon free.You can do some shopping in the mall if you like . " " It depends If you are interested in the city.you might like to tour it by car I can be your guide , We'll leave the afternoon free.You can do some shopping in the mall if you like . ", Great . What do you suggest we see ? Great . What do you suggest we see ? ," I suggest we visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art first , Now let's go.look people are jogging along the river.Here we are . " " I suggest we visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art first , Now let's go.look people are jogging along the river.Here we are . ", The exhibits are really special . I enjoy the paintings very much . The exhibits are really special . I enjoy the paintings very much . , So do I . This is Broadway.There are lots of theaters . This way leads to Times Square . How about your grades of study ? , I have been doing quite well . As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 % . And I ’ Ve received Scholarship two times . I have been doing quite well . As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 % . And I ’ Ve received Scholarship two times . ," Besides your major , do you know some in other fields ? " " Besides your major , do you know some in other fields ? "," Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accountingthrough self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA . " " Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accountingthrough self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA . ", Have you ever been a student cadre ? Have you ever been a student cadre ? , Yes . I used to be the monitor of my class . Yes . I used to be the monitor of my class . , Did it affect you much ? Did it affect you much ? ," It ’ s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike . " " It ’ s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike . "," In your spare time , do you have any part time jobs ? " " In your spare time , do you have any part time jobs ? "," Yes , I used to work as an assistant lawyer for Tienda Law Office . " "morning , Mr . Montgomery . I ’ Ve been sent over from purchasing to fill in for Clare Williams . "," Oh , really ? Nice to meet you . I thought they were going to leave me here on my own ! How long have you been with the company ? " " Oh , really ? Nice to meet you . I thought they were going to leave me here on my own ! How long have you been with the company ? "," Oh , about seven years . Time flies , you know ! " " Oh , about seven years . Time flies , you know ! "," Does it ever ! Well , let ’ s get started . If you could begin typing this letter now , I ’ ll see what else needs to be done . " I want to have a complete relaxation this weekend . , You mean you want to stay at home ? You mean you want to stay at home ? ," Yes , exactly . " " Yes , exactly . ", I thought maybe you were interested in an outing . What is the scale of the company ? ," It is a large-scale business , which has more than two thousand staff . " " It is a large-scale business , which has more than two thousand staff . ", How many subsidiaries do you have ? How many subsidiaries do you have ? , There are over 20 subsidiaries around the world . Who is that guy ? , It's Clive of course . Where did you come from ? Every girl knows Clive ! It's Clive of course . Where did you come from ? Every girl knows Clive ! , Really ? He is my type . Really ? He is my type . , He is everybody's type . He is everybody's type . , What position does he play ? What position does he play ? , Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan ! Shooting guard . The same as Michael Jordan ! ," Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement . " " Oh , I love Michael Jordan . He fills people's lives with great excitement . ", Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now . Used to . But now he is too old to play in a fierce game like this . But Kobe is the upcoming superstar now . , Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer . Kobe is a good player but I heard he is a womanizer . , That is not true . They are just jealous of him ! That is not true . They are just jealous of him ! ," Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart . " " Jordan is a legend , anyway . An idol that no one can replace . I think Clive can make a good professional basketball player . He is not just about muscles he also plays smart . "," You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow . " " You know what , he is also an outstanding football player . He is surely to be a star of tomorrow . "," By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ? " " By the way , do you know if he has a girl friend ? ", You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders . You are so not here ! His girlfriend is one of the cheer leaders . ," Oh , My chance is slim then . " "Mum , can I finish my homework later ? ", Sorry . You know the rules . Sorry . You know the rules . , But I want to watch TV now . But I want to watch TV now . , That ’ s out of the question . That ’ s out of the question . , Please . Please . , Not a chance . Not a chance . , Not even for an hour ? Not even for an hour ? ," Sorry , it ’ s impossible . " Give these sales figures a look . It's pretty depressing . We're way in the red this year . We can't afford to keep going like this for much longer . ," You're right , we need to start making money soon , or at least manage to break even . But I think that the market is slowly beginning to heat up--sales are bound to pick up any time now . " " You're right , we need to start making money soon , or at least manage to break even . But I think that the market is slowly beginning to heat up--sales are bound to pick up any time now . ", Deman is dropping . The problem is our competition . They are monopolizing the market ! Deman is dropping . The problem is our competition . They are monopolizing the market ! , Maybe we should rethink our marketing strategy to include the possibility that our new line of cosmetics could be a big seller . Maybe we should rethink our marketing strategy to include the possibility that our new line of cosmetics could be a big seller . ," It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt . " " It's really too early to tell , but a lot is riding on the new products . If we don't do better after the product launch , we may have to go bankrupt . ", Do you think it's that serious ? Do you think it's that serious ? , Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep . Look at this numbers and see for yourself . Read'sm and weep . ," My goodness , I didn't realize it was that bad . " The murderer was sentenced to life imprisonment . ," It ’ s severe punishment , I think . " " It ’ s severe punishment , I think . "," Yeah , because he just killed a man in cold blood . " " Yeah , because he just killed a man in cold blood . ", No wonder . Have you seen any good movies lately ? , It's ages since I went to see a film . It's ages since I went to see a film . , Why ? You were a real movie buff when you were a student . Why ? You were a real movie buff when you were a student . , But now I would stay at home watching TV . I would like to order a waistcoat . , Have you chosen the material ? Have you chosen the material ? ," Yes , I want it to made of tweed . " " Yes , I want it to made of tweed . ", Fine . And the charge is $ 100 . Fine . And the charge is $ 100 . , When will it be available ? When will it be available ? , Next Wednesday . "Sorry to bother you sir , but I have some bad news . ", What is it ? What is it ? ," Well , the stock market just took a huge plunge and we ’ Ve lost a lot of money ! " " Well , the stock market just took a huge plunge and we ’ Ve lost a lot of money ! ", What do you mean ? What happened ? What do you mean ? What happened ? ," There are many factors that weigh in , but NASDAQ is down 200 points , the DOW JONES indicator also suffered ! Our portfolio is worth half of what it was worth points week ago . " " There are many factors that weigh in , but NASDAQ is down 200 points , the DOW JONES indicator also suffered ! Our portfolio is worth half of what it was worth points week ago . ", How is this possible ? You are supposed to be talking to our stockbrokers and making sure that our securities and investments are safe and making a profitable return ! How is this possible ? You are supposed to be talking to our stockbrokers and making sure that our securities and investments are safe and making a profitable return ! ," I know sir ! We didn ’ t expect a bull market to become a bear market all of a sudden . On the other hand , you still have some high yield trash bonds and government bonds that will give us enough liquidity to cut our loses and reinvest in emerging markets . We could potentially make this tragedy work for us and make us think outside the box . " " I know sir ! We didn ’ t expect a bull market to become a bear market all of a sudden . On the other hand , you still have some high yield trash bonds and government bonds that will give us enough liquidity to cut our loses and reinvest in emerging markets . We could potentially make this tragedy work for us and make us think outside the box . "," Do what you have to do ! One other thing , don ’ t tell the rest of the stockholders about this . If they find out , it ’ s the end of this company ! " What kind of document is an invoice ? ," It's a document from the seller to the buyer . It contains full particulars of the goods sold , such as quantity , quality , price , forwarding particulars , and terms of payment . " " It's a document from the seller to the buyer . It contains full particulars of the goods sold , such as quantity , quality , price , forwarding particulars , and terms of payment . ", How many kinds of foreign invoices are there ? How many kinds of foreign invoices are there ? ," Four . They are Loco invoice , FOB invoice , CIF invoice and Franco invoice . " " Four . They are Loco invoice , FOB invoice , CIF invoice and Franco invoice . ", What does the price in different kinds of invoices include ? What does the price in different kinds of invoices include ? ," By Loco invoice , the price includes only the cost of goods at the warehouse of the seller . By FOB invoice , the price includes the cost before the cargo is delivered . By CIF invoice , the price includes all the expenses of cost freight and insurance . The price in Franco invoice includes all expenses to destination . " " By Loco invoice , the price includes only the cost of goods at the warehouse of the seller . By FOB invoice , the price includes the cost before the cargo is delivered . By CIF invoice , the price includes all the expenses of cost freight and insurance . The price in Franco invoice includes all expenses to destination . "," Oh , I see . " "Hey , Gucci . I didn't know it would be a charity show . You can see there are many collecting boxes at the entrance . "," Oh , I forgot to tell you this . The show is to collect money for children in need . And all the money from ticket selling will go to the Red Cross . " " Oh , I forgot to tell you this . The show is to collect money for children in need . And all the money from ticket selling will go to the Red Cross . ", That's really a good thing . Let's do our part . That's really a good thing . Let's do our part . , Good idea . Good idea . , Who will sing in the show ? Who will sing in the show ? ," A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ... " " A lot of stars , including Andy , Justin , Mendy ... ", Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs ! Mendy ? Are you sure ? I love her songs ! , Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself . Me too . She is so young and talented . She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself . ," Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile . " " Yeah . Though she was so popular , I heard she managed to maintain a low profile . ", She is a real star . Not a onetime thing . She is a real star . Not a onetime thing . , But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing ! But I also heard some people didn't like her music . I don't understand why . She is so amazing ! ," Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things . " " Well , I suppose people have different tastes on music . Moreover , here stuff is really strong and creative . It takes time for people to accept new things . "," You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her . " " You are right . Anyway , things will be different as the days go on . She can get it . I have faith in her . ", Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ? Sure . That makes a good fan . Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight ? , Here is the programme . Check it out yourself ! Here is the programme . Check it out yourself ! , OK . This is how a holiday should be . Relaxing on the beach with a nice cool drink . , Isn ’ t it wonderful here ? The kids are enjoying themselves in the swimming pool . I hope it ’ s safe . Isn ’ t it wonderful here ? The kids are enjoying themselves in the swimming pool . I hope it ’ s safe . ," Don ’ t worry about them . They ’ re very responsible . Besides , there are many people there and there ’ s lifeguard employed by the hotel . Waiter ! Could I have another drink pleas ? Thank you . So , what shall we do this evening ? " " Don ’ t worry about them . They ’ re very responsible . Besides , there are many people there and there ’ s lifeguard employed by the hotel . Waiter ! Could I have another drink pleas ? Thank you . So , what shall we do this evening ? ", The kids said that they wanted to go to a party at the hotel . There ’ s a special one just for kids . The kids said that they wanted to go to a party at the hotel . There ’ s a special one just for kids . ," So , we could try that restaurant that was recommended in the guidebook . Then we could go to a club . We haven ’ t been to one for ages . " " So , we could try that restaurant that was recommended in the guidebook . Then we could go to a club . We haven ’ t been to one for ages . ", That ’ s a great idea . We can really enjoy ourselves without worrying about the kids . That ’ s a great idea . We can really enjoy ourselves without worrying about the kids . ," Now , how about going for a swim in the sea ? We shouldn ’ t sunbathe all day . " "It's a lot of work running a campaign , isn't it ! ", I had no idea when I volunteered to assist governor Brown with this campaign what I was getting myself into . I had no idea when I volunteered to assist governor Brown with this campaign what I was getting myself into . , Hang in there . The hardest part is just about over . Hang in there . The hardest part is just about over . , How Ay years have you been working with him ? How Ay years have you been working with him ? , About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes . About 15 . I've seen him work hard for a lot of good changes . , It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters . It's easier doing this kind hard work when I know that I trust the man behind the posters . , Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ? Did you know we're trying to talk him into considering a presidential campaign ? , He would be good . "So , you know how to drive , right ? ", I'm pretty good . I'm pretty good . , Do you think you can teach me ? Do you think you can teach me ? , Did you get your learner's permit yet ? Did you get your learner's permit yet ? , I have it already . I have it already . , Do you have any experience driving a car ? Do you have any experience driving a car ? , I've only done it once . I've only done it once . , Do you know all the controls in the car ? Do you know all the controls in the car ? ," Yes , I am aware of them . " " Yes , I am aware of them . ", When do you want to start learning how to drive ? When do you want to start learning how to drive ? , Whenever you have time . Whenever you have time . , We can do it tomorrow ; just call me . "Hi , George . I'm going to have a job interview next week . Could you give me some advice ? "," Sure . First of all , it ’ s very important for you not to be late . Job interviewers usually don ’ t think very highly of a candidate who arrives ten minutes after the appointed time , only to explain that he could not find the place or that there was heavy traffic . " " Sure . First of all , it ’ s very important for you not to be late . Job interviewers usually don ’ t think very highly of a candidate who arrives ten minutes after the appointed time , only to explain that he could not find the place or that there was heavy traffic . "," Yeah , that's very important . " " Yeah , that's very important . "," So you ’ d better explore the place the day before and at the same time , look around to see what the employees are wearing . So the next day you will arrive early for the appointment . " " So you ’ d better explore the place the day before and at the same time , look around to see what the employees are wearing . So the next day you will arrive early for the appointment . ", I ’ ll try my best to make a good impression on the interviewer . I ’ ll try my best to make a good impression on the interviewer . ," That ’ s right . You need to create a good image in a limited time , usually about 30 to 45 minutes . " " That ’ s right . You need to create a good image in a limited time , usually about 30 to 45 minutes . ", It ’ s always easier to say something than to do it . It ’ s always easier to say something than to do it . ," It ’ s not too difficult to make a good impression . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . Avoid the extremes of a too elaborate or too casual style . This will put you on the same level as other applicants and make the interviewer consider more important qualifications . " " It ’ s not too difficult to make a good impression . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . Avoid the extremes of a too elaborate or too casual style . This will put you on the same level as other applicants and make the interviewer consider more important qualifications . ", But I love wearing T-shirts and jeans . But I love wearing T-shirts and jeans . ," I advise you not to wear a too casual style when going to an interview . Informal clothes as well as torn jeans and dirty shoes convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes . " " I advise you not to wear a too casual style when going to an interview . Informal clothes as well as torn jeans and dirty shoes convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes . ", It ’ s a pity that I cannot afford more expensive clothes . It ’ s a pity that I cannot afford more expensive clothes . ," You misunderstood me . Clothes which are too colorful or too expensive suggest that you do not understand what behavior is appropriate for the job , or that you are snobbish or frivolous . " " You misunderstood me . Clothes which are too colorful or too expensive suggest that you do not understand what behavior is appropriate for the job , or that you are snobbish or frivolous . ", I know what you mean . I ought to wear right clothes at the right time . I know what you mean . I ought to wear right clothes at the right time . , You got it . Only in this way can you gain the respect of the interviewer and his confidence in your judgement . You got it . Only in this way can you gain the respect of the interviewer and his confidence in your judgement . , It seems that ' clothes make the man ' . It seems that ' clothes make the man ' . ," It may not be true , but the first and lasting impression of you is determined by your clothes and behavior . " "Hey , did you hear about Jessica's party this weekend ? "," Yeah , but I'm still waiting for my invitation . " " Yeah , but I'm still waiting for my invitation . ", Oh really ? She gave me mine earlier today . Oh really ? She gave me mine earlier today . ," Well , she'll probably just give me my invitation later on today . " " Well , she'll probably just give me my invitation later on today . "," Yeah , so are you planning on going ? " " Yeah , so are you planning on going ? ", I think so . It sounds like it's going to be a lot of fun . I think so . It sounds like it's going to be a lot of fun . ," It really does , I can't wait . " " It really does , I can't wait . ", What time does the party start ? What time does the party start ? , It starts at 8 o'clock . It starts at 8 o'clock . ," Oh , well , how many people has she given invites to so far ? " " Oh , well , how many people has she given invites to so far ? "," I'm not sure , but I don't think she's given out that many . " " I'm not sure , but I don't think she's given out that many . "," Well , hopefully she'll give me my invite later on today . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to change some money to cover my expenses here . What's today's rate of US dollar against the RIB yuan ? " " Yes , I'd like to change some money to cover my expenses here . What's today's rate of US dollar against the RIB yuan ? "," Let me see , the buying rate is RIB 808 per $ 100 . How much would you like to change ? " " Let me see , the buying rate is RIB 808 per $ 100 . How much would you like to change ? ", $ 200 altogether . $ 200 altogether . , Would you mind showing me your passport ? Would you mind showing me your passport ? , Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ? Here it is . And how much RIB shall I get ? ," Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it . " " Let me see . $ 200 makes RIB 1,616 . Here is the cash and exchange memo . Please check it . ", That's correct . Thank you very much . "Excuse me , can you tell me which is Bob Rice's office ? ", Sure . It's the third office down this hall . Are you looking for Bob ? Sure . It's the third office down this hall . Are you looking for Bob ? , Yes . He told me to come by this morning . Yes . He told me to come by this morning . ," I'm sorry , but he's not in the office now . Do you have an appointment ? " " I'm sorry , but he's not in the office now . Do you have an appointment ? ", An appointment ? An appointment ? , Yes . What time did he expect you ? Yes . What time did he expect you ? , He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time.He said I could come any time before noon . He said I should come by this morning . He didn't give me a time.He said I could come any time before noon . , I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ... I see . He's usually here on Tuesday mornings ... , Today is Tuesday . Today is Tuesday . ," I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side . " " I know . He's usually here , but today he went out to a site on the east side . ", That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him . That's too bad . I need to discuss these plans with him . , Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ? Why don't you make an appointment for later in the week ? , Alright . Alright . ," He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ? " " He's here on Tuesdays , Wednesdays and Fridays . What day did you want to see him ? ", Friday is good . Friday is good . , Morning or afternoon ? Morning or afternoon ? , Morning . Morning . , I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ? I can put you down for ten o'clock . Is that alright ? , Yes . My name is Laura Wills . Yes . My name is Laura Wills . , Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday . Alright . I have you down for ten AM this Friday . , Thank you . Thanks for coming shopping with me . , I'm so honored that you thought to ask me . I'm so honored that you thought to ask me . , I've never given a speech in front of a thousand people before . I've never given a speech in front of a thousand people before . , You're going to do great . And you're going to look great . You're going to do great . And you're going to look great . , Thanks . Now let's decide which one of these suits looks best for this occasion . Thanks . Now let's decide which one of these suits looks best for this occasion . , I still like the olive one best . There's a tailor here who can take up the sleeves for you . I still like the olive one best . There's a tailor here who can take up the sleeves for you . ," The question is , can he have it done before Friday ? " " The question is , can he have it done before Friday ? ", These guys are professional . I think they can have it done tomorrow . Let's ask . "Hi , could we have two orange juice smoothies ? ", Would you like those with yogurt ? Would you like those with yogurt ? ," Sure , why not ? " " Sure , why not ? ", What else would you like to add ? We highly recommend caterpillar fungus . What else would you like to add ? We highly recommend caterpillar fungus . , Caterpillar fungus ? ! What the heck is that ? Caterpillar fungus ? ! What the heck is that ? , It ’ s a special kind of Chinese herb . It ’ s good for you ! "I would like to speak to you , if you don ’ t mind . ", What would you like to speak to me about ? What would you like to speak to me about ? , I would like to talk to you about this year ’ s election . I would like to talk to you about this year ’ s election . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , I am a volunteer for this year ’ s campaign . I am a volunteer for this year ’ s campaign . , That ’ s wonderful . I am impressed at someone so young taking a stand . That ’ s wonderful . I am impressed at someone so young taking a stand . ," I know history is about to be made , and I would like to be a part of it . " " I know history is about to be made , and I would like to be a part of it . ", That ’ s fantastic . That ’ s fantastic . , Are you planning on voting ? Are you planning on voting ? , I ’ m going to vote . I ’ m going to vote . , Go to your polling place early on Election Day . Go to your polling place early on Election Day . , I will . Good luck with your volunteering . "I am Liu Yi , from China XYZ Company . I ’ d like to see Mr . Thomas , please . "," Do you have an appointment , Mr . Liu ? " " Do you have an appointment , Mr . Liu ? "," No , I am afraid not . I just arrive in town today . " " No , I am afraid not . I just arrive in town today . "," Mr . Thomas is quite busy , I ’ m afraid he won ’ t be able to see you today . " " Mr . Thomas is quite busy , I ’ m afraid he won ’ t be able to see you today . ", Would you please ask when he will be free ? Would you please ask when he will be free ? , Have a seat please while I call . Your silk garments have aroused much interest in our country ever since our first order was put on the market . We have no doubt we can do better this year if you appoint us your sales agent . ," We appreciate your intention , but the amount of your orders last year was moderate . " " We appreciate your intention , but the amount of your orders last year was moderate . "," That's true . However at the Fair last March , people were so interested in Chinese garments that the demand this year will surely increase . " " That's true . However at the Fair last March , people were so interested in Chinese garments that the demand this year will surely increase . ", Do you think it will help if we appoint a local agent ? Do you think it will help if we appoint a local agent ? ," I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales . " " I'm sure it will , if we are appointed your agent . Your garments are attractive , and we , a well-established importer with multiple sales channels , can boost the sales . "," Well , we'll consider your proposal . " Poor Danny . You are so enfeebled ! , Don't worry . No big deal . Just a common cold . Don't worry . No big deal . Just a common cold . , Mom called just now saying that she and Dad will be back later . Do you want to speak to them on phone ? Mom called just now saying that she and Dad will be back later . Do you want to speak to them on phone ? , No . You can never count on the grown-ups when there is something . No . You can never count on the grown-ups when there is something . , Whatever . Have a drink of water . Whatever . Have a drink of water . ," Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already . " " Come on , sister . This is the seventh glass already . ", Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit . Maybe later . I think we have a medicine-kit . , Do we ? Where is it ? Do we ? Where is it ? , Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it . Probably on the of the cabinet . I'll go and get it . , Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on . Be careful . Now I have no one but you to depend on . ," Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no ! " " Oh , here it is . Patulin . Oh , no ! ", What's the new strike ? What's the new strike ? , Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration . Keep lying down . The matter is that all the medicine here is past expiration . , Poor me ! "I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed . What do you think ? Damn , it hurts ! ", We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike . We'll have to get you to a hospital . I can ride you on the back of my bike . , I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour.There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out . I'm lucky I wasn't killed . I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour.There was too much gravel on that corner . I slid out . ," Yes , I almost slid too.Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ? " " Yes , I almost slid too.Alright . This tourniquet is tight . How does it feel ? ", Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped.Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk . Make it tighter . I want the blood stopped.Then wrap some bandages around the cut . Then we can go . Ouch ! I hope I can walk . ," Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop . " " Alright , I'm twisting it around . You tell me when to stop . ", There . Stop ! "Steven , have you any friend in London ? "," Yes , my old friend Hanson lives there " " Yes , my old friend Hanson lives there ", Are you close ? Are you close ? , Yes . He's one of my best friends . Our friendship formed at college . Why did you ask that ? Yes . He's one of my best friends . Our friendship formed at college . Why did you ask that ? , I'm going to London on business next week . But I know nothing about it . I'm going to London on business next week . But I know nothing about it . ," I get it . You want to find a guide , don ’ t you ? " " I get it . You want to find a guide , don ’ t you ? "," Yes , Steven . You always know what I want . " " Yes , Steven . You always know what I want . "," Don ’ t worry . I will call Hanson , and ask him to help you . " " Don ’ t worry . I will call Hanson , and ask him to help you . ", Thank you ! Do you wash clothes here often ? , I have been coming here for the past few years . I have been coming here for the past few years . , Why do you wash here ? Why do you wash here ? , It's actually a lot cheaper for me to wash my clothes here . It's actually a lot cheaper for me to wash my clothes here . , I've only washed my clothes here a couple times . I've only washed my clothes here a couple times . , Why don't you wash clothes at home ? Why don't you wash clothes at home ? ," I would , if my washing machine wasn't broken . " " I would , if my washing machine wasn't broken . ", Why don't you just get it fixed ? Why don't you just get it fixed ? , I can't afford it . I can't afford it . , So you plan on washing your clothes here from now on ? So you plan on washing your clothes here from now on ? , That's my only option right now . That's my only option right now . ," Don't worry . Besides , it's a lot cheaper to wash clothes this way . " I'm calling to ask about your apartment you advertised . ," Yes , we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery.And they are all newly renovated . " " Yes , we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery.And they are all newly renovated . "," That sounds fantastic ! But I am looking for something closer to downtown , as I spend most of my time at the office . " " That sounds fantastic ! But I am looking for something closer to downtown , as I spend most of my time at the office . ", No problem . We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square . It's perfect for people busy with office work . It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details . No problem . We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square . It's perfect for people busy with office work . It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details . ," I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost . " " I'm sure they are wonderful , but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost . "," Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there . " " Ah ! I get your point . We have just what you need . Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans . The one bedroom apartments are very economical , but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space . I think you can find a very apartment there . ", Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ? Great ! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon . Could you tell me the detailed dress ? , Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place . Of course . It's just at 19 Lingual Road . You can phone me again if you can't find the right place . , OK . Thank you . I dare you to talk to that girl . ," Okay , I will . " You two are so health-conscious ! ," Well , we try ! Here , I just made some carrot juice . Would you like a glass ? " " Well , we try ! Here , I just made some carrot juice . Would you like a glass ? "," Why not ! Before you know it , I'll be heading off to the mountains to stand on my head ! " " Why not ! Before you know it , I'll be heading off to the mountains to stand on my head ! ", You don't have to go to the mountains ! I stand on my head during my yoga routine every morning ! You don't have to go to the mountains ! I stand on my head during my yoga routine every morning ! ," Thanks for the carrot juice , Mrs . Schmidt . I've got to run to class ! " " Thanks for the carrot juice , Mrs . Schmidt . I've got to run to class ! ", Have a good day at school ! See you tonight ! "Hello , my name is Xu Hua . I'm from Beijing . "," Hello , Xu Hua . I'm Paula . I'm American . " " Hello , Xu Hua . I'm Paula . I'm American . "," Welcome to China , Paula . " " Welcome to China , Paula . ", Thank you . Do you like flowers ? ," Of course , I like . " " Of course , I like . ", What's your favorite flower ? What's your favorite flower ? , Forsythia . It's also called winter jasmine which is the symbol of the spring's arrival . Forsythia . It's also called winter jasmine which is the symbol of the spring's arrival . , Spring is a lively season . Spring is a lively season . , Yes . How about you ? Yes . How about you ? , I admire plum blossoms very much . It seems that only it can blossom in the cold winter . I admire plum blossoms very much . It seems that only it can blossom in the cold winter . , You have a perfect taste ! You have a perfect taste ! , It is the symbol of laughing at hoar frost and fighting with snow . I admire the bravery of plum blossoms . It is the symbol of laughing at hoar frost and fighting with snow . I admire the bravery of plum blossoms . , But it used to be ignored by many people . But it used to be ignored by many people . , The bright people will remember it forever . The bright people will remember it forever . ," Well , it's snowing . Let's enjoy the plum blossoms when snowing . " "Hello , may I speak to Mr . Robert the Human Resources Manager ? "," Wait a minute . I will get him here . Sorry , he is busy doing something . Why don't you give him a ring later ? " " Wait a minute . I will get him here . Sorry , he is busy doing something . Why don't you give him a ring later ? "," OK , that's fine . Thank you . " " OK , that's fine . Thank you . ", You are welcome . Ahh ... What a fine day ! I do feel like an outdoor exercise . , How about taking a walk in the park ? How about taking a walk in the park ? , OK.It ' s delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh . OK.It ' s delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh . ," Oh , it's so quiet here.We have the park to ourselves , only you and me ! " " Oh , it's so quiet here.We have the park to ourselves , only you and me ! ", Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left . Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left . ," Oh , I see them.Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu . " " Oh , I see them.Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu . ", A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China . "Here's some dancing . See those guys stomping , clapping and shouting ? They're practicing step-dancing . ", It sounds cool . The rhythms look really difficult . It sounds cool . The rhythms look really difficult . , They basically turn their bodies into drums . There's a national step competition every year . They basically turn their bodies into drums . There's a national step competition every year . ," Well , black people are supposed to be great dancers . " " Well , black people are supposed to be great dancers . "," Wen ! That's only a stereotype . Like all Asians are supposed to be math geniuses . I'm not a great dancer , and you said you failed calculus . " " Wen ! That's only a stereotype . Like all Asians are supposed to be math geniuses . I'm not a great dancer , and you said you failed calculus . ", Ha-ha ! You got me there ! Would you give me some fruits ? How much are these oranges ? , Seventy cents a piece . Seventy cents a piece . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , Sixty cents a piece . Sixty cents a piece . ," Well , I'll take five of the seventy cent ones , and those grapefruits sweet ? " " Well , I'll take five of the seventy cent ones , and those grapefruits sweet ? "," Sure ! They are very fresh , first of all . We sell at a bargain , and you make a wise purchase if you buy them today . Eighty cents only , a piece . " " Sure ! They are very fresh , first of all . We sell at a bargain , and you make a wise purchase if you buy them today . Eighty cents only , a piece . ", I follow you and I'll take three just for my trial . I follow you and I'll take three just for my trial . , Thank you very much and anything else ? Thank you very much and anything else ? , That's all.Thank you . I heard you will be going on a business trip . ," Yes , I must go to Shanghai to attend a meeting about our plan . " " Yes , I must go to Shanghai to attend a meeting about our plan . ", How long will you be away ? How long will you be away ? , Six days or so . Six days or so . , Who will take your place ? Who will take your place ? , Harry . He has been assisting me on the plan . Harry . He has been assisting me on the plan . , Good choice . He is competent for the position . Good choice . He is competent for the position . ," Yes , he is familiar with the plan . " Both Bob and carl will become somebody in the future.Don ' t you think so ? , Yeah.But Bob's talent can't to be named on the same day with Carl's . Yeah.But Bob's talent can't to be named on the same day with Carl's . , But Bob is more generous and ready to help . But Bob is more generous and ready to help . , We cannot judge a man totally by that . "Dad , how can we get to the zoo ? ", We can take a bus there . We can take a bus there . , Does this bus go there ? Does this bus go there ? , I think so . I think so . ," Let's step in , Dad . " " Let's step in , Dad . "," No , it's too crowded . " " No , it's too crowded . ", Dad . Here comes another bus . Dad . Here comes another bus . ," Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly ! " " Fine . Let's get on . Oh , no , Judy ! Get off the bus quickly ! ", Why ? Dad ? Why ? Dad ? , We got on the wrong bus . May I know your full name ? , My full name is Zhang Yong . Zhang is the surname or family name . My full name is Zhang Yong . Zhang is the surname or family name . , How do you spell your family name ? How do you spell your family name ? ," Zhang , Z , H , A , N , G . " " Zhang , Z , H , A , N , G . ", What is your present address ? What is your present address ? , My present address is No . 415 Green Street . This is also my permanent address . My present address is No . 415 Green Street . This is also my permanent address . , May I ask your telephone number ? May I ask your telephone number ? , My telephone number is 4837625 . My telephone number is 4837625 . , Where are you from ? Where are you from ? , I'm from Guangdong . I'm from Guangdong . , May I ask the date of your birth ? May I ask the date of your birth ? ," My birthday is June 14th , 1985 . " "Once you arrive at the American airport , please call me . "," OK , don ’ t worry about it . I will . " " OK , don ’ t worry about it . I will . ", Take care of yourself . "Wow , American football is more exciting than I thought . "," You ’ re in America now , my British friend . We just call it football . " " You ’ re in America now , my British friend . We just call it football . "," Oh , right . So , I can ’ t quite follow what ’ s going on ... who ’ s winning ? " " Oh , right . So , I can ’ t quite follow what ’ s going on ... who ’ s winning ? "," The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked , but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone . " " The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked , but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone . ", Wow ! What a hit ! Wow ! What a hit ! ," Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off . " " Yeah , he tackled him so hard his helmet came off . ", Is he ok ? Is he ok ? ," It looks like it , he ’ s getting up . " " It looks like it , he ’ s getting up . ", I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team . I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team . , The Giants ? The Giants ? , Yeah . Yeah . ," Well , here we go again . " " Well , here we go again . ", What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ? What happened ? Why did everyone get so quiet ? , The Redskin ’ s quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points . We ’ re losing again . "Welcome , sir . May I help you ? "," Yes , I wanna go to America for my vacation . " " Yes , I wanna go to America for my vacation . "," No problem . Actually , we have some great packages . The most exciting season of Hawaii is now . How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii ? " " No problem . Actually , we have some great packages . The most exciting season of Hawaii is now . How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii ? ", Sounds good . Are there any group tours I can go with ? Sounds good . Are there any group tours I can go with ? ," Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ’ s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both . " " Yes . There will be one at the end of this month . For many people , a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails . For others , it ’ s all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds . Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation , Hawaii gives you the best of both . ", Great . So how long is the trip ? Great . So how long is the trip ? , 15 days . The transportation by air will take five days . 15 days . The transportation by air will take five days . ," Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ? " " Fine . I happen to have 20 days for holiday , so exciting ! How many places will be visited and what are they ? Where will be staying and how about the food there ? "," Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ’ s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ’ s Lodge " " Sir , let's do it step by step . First , we will visit over 25 different places . Most of the places are in Hawaii ’ s Big Island . We will stay in Arlott ’ s Lodge "," Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ? " " Well , cool . What's the price for this trip ? "," Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything . " " Well , right now there's a special rate for 40,000 RIB for this package , including everything such as airline ticket , tour guides , hotels and food . All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything . "," Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it . " " Well . 40,000 RIB that's really a lot of money . I will have to think about it . "," Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week . " " Sure . By the way , this special price is only good through the end of the week . ", Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ... Is it Thursday ? I mean if I let the chance slide ... ," Yes , sir . It will be a great pity ! " " Yes , sir . It will be a great pity ! "," Well . Ok , I will take it . " " Well . Ok , I will take it . ", Thank you ! Switchboard . Which extension would you like ? ," Extension 1616 , please . " " Extension 1616 , please . "," I'm afraid the line is busy at the moment . Just hold on , please . " " I'm afraid the line is busy at the moment . Just hold on , please . "," Then , will you try extension 235 ? " " Then , will you try extension 235 ? "," Certainty , sir . " What's the latest fashion of evening gown ? , The one on the manikin is in fashion now . The one on the manikin is in fashion now . , I would like to try on one in violet . I would like to try on one in violet . ," OK , here you are . You look really attractive in that gown . " " OK , here you are . You look really attractive in that gown . ", Thank you . Do you have some other colors ? Who is Cindy ’ s husband ? , Cindy ’ s husband is Ron . Cindy ’ s husband is Ron . , How many children do Cindy and Ron have ? How many children do Cindy and Ron have ? , They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law . They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law . , Do they have any grandchildren ? Do they have any grandchildren ? ," Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys . " " Yes , they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys . ", Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ? Does their daughter get along well with her in-laws ? ," Yes , she gets along with them quite well . " " Yes , she gets along with them quite well . ", Do they have a large family ? Do they have a large family ? , Their family is very similar to Cindy and Ron ’ s family . Is Bob home ? , Sorry . You've got the wrong number . "When you are in a restaurant and you want the waiter to bring the bill , what do you do to attract his attention ? ", I just make eye contact with him and nod my head . Then I tell him when he comes over to the table . Why do you ask ? I just make eye contact with him and nod my head . Then I tell him when he comes over to the table . Why do you ask ? , I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill . I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill . , That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant . That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant . ," That ’ s what I thought . I just thought I ’ d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ? " " That ’ s what I thought . I just thought I ’ d ask you and see what you thought of it . Anyway , what did you do yesterday evening ? "," Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill . " " Well , it was a warm evening , so I stretched my legs . I walked along the canal for a couple of miles . Actually , several other people had the same idea . I saw Bill . ", Did you ? How is he these days ? Did you ? How is he these days ? , He seemed ok . We didn ’ t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other . He seemed ok . We didn ’ t stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal . We just waved at each other . , I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ? I need to move some furniture . Could you help me to lift it ? , Of course . What do you want to move first ? Of course . What do you want to move first ? , Let ’ s move the sofa . Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end ? I ’ ll lift this end . I want to move it sideways in that direction . "Hello , there . You are looking a little confused ; can I help you with something ? "," Well , I've always used the Bank Book , but now I have this card . I don't know how to use it in the machine . " " Well , I've always used the Bank Book , but now I have this card . I don't know how to use it in the machine . ", Don't worry ; I can help you with that . I understand that new technology can sometimes be unnerving . The first thing we need to do is check the ATM is in service . This one is fine . Don't worry ; I can help you with that . I understand that new technology can sometimes be unnerving . The first thing we need to do is check the ATM is in service . This one is fine . ," Yes , I sure can . I feel like a dinosaur with all of these youngsters and their electronics . This machine is working , then ? " " Yes , I sure can . I feel like a dinosaur with all of these youngsters and their electronics . This machine is working , then ? "," Yes , this one is in service . Put your card in here , in this slot and wait a moment . Then you will see some instructions on the screen . " " Yes , this one is in service . Put your card in here , in this slot and wait a moment . Then you will see some instructions on the screen . "," Oh , it wants me to put in my PIN number . OK , I can do that ... " " Oh , it wants me to put in my PIN number . OK , I can do that ... "," And press ' enter ' to confirm , here . Now you need to decide which service you need . " " And press ' enter ' to confirm , here . Now you need to decide which service you need . ", There are so many to choose from . I didn't know you could do all of this using a card . There are so many to choose from . I didn't know you could do all of this using a card . ," That's the beauty of these machines , you can do almost anything . And unlike a person , they don't usually take breaks or go off sick ! " "Hello , I would like to apply for a permit . ", Can I see your ID ? Can I see your ID ? ," No , I left it in the car . " " No , I left it in the car . ", I'm going to need to see your ID and $ 27 for your permit . I'm going to need to see your ID and $ 27 for your permit . , One moment while I go and get my ID . One moment while I go and get my ID . , Make it quick . Make it quick . ," Okay , here's my ID and the $ 27 . " " Okay , here's my ID and the $ 27 . ", Thanks . Now fill this out . Thanks . Now fill this out . , Do you have a pen that I can use ? Do you have a pen that I can use ? , Use this one . Use this one . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , You're welcome . Turn the application in at Window B . "Steven , what's your idea of price ? ", The best we can do is $ 120 per case . The best we can do is $ 120 per case . , I'm afraid that's impossible . You can't expect us to reduce it to that extent . I'm afraid that's impossible . You can't expect us to reduce it to that extent . , I think you are well informed about the prevailing market.Some Spanish firms are offering the same at much lower prices . I think you are well informed about the prevailing market.Some Spanish firms are offering the same at much lower prices . , Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior . Price can't be separated from quality . A comparison of the quality of our products with that of rival goods will show you that ours is far superior . , It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ? It's true yours are of better quality . But your price is still on the high side even if we take quality into consideration . How about meeting each other half way ? ," Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes . " " Well , I'll have to think about it and get back to you in about 30 minutes . "," Take your time , please . " Do you have experience in advertising ? ," Yes , I used to have a part-time job in advertising company . " " Yes , I used to have a part-time job in advertising company . ", What were you mean duties there ? What were you mean duties there ? , I mostly did advertising planning . I mostly did advertising planning . , What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have ? What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have ? ," I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts , creative talent , and be sensitive to the changes in the market . " " I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts , creative talent , and be sensitive to the changes in the market . ", What was the most important thing you have learned at work ? What was the most important thing you have learned at work ? ," The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities . Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact to success . If I want to make in marking in advertising industry , I can ’ t stop studying and creating . " Did you say that Ted was at your mercy ? , Sort of yes . Sort of yes . , But he is not someone who can be led by the nose . But he is not someone who can be led by the nose . , But I am not that someone . I can easily talk him into doing whatever I want him to do . You didn't come to work yesterday.What happened ? , I had to look after my son at home . I had to look after my son at home . , What's wrong with him ? What's wrong with him ? , He has a fever . He has a fever . , Is he getting better now ? Is he getting better now ? , I think so.Thank you . He got the scholarship to Harvard . , You're kidding ! You're kidding ! , It's true . He is a hard worker . It's true . He is a hard worker . , I know he really deserves this . "Evening , table for three , please . ", Do you have reservations ? Do you have reservations ? ," Yes , I do . I have made reservations under the name of Wang . " " Yes , I do . I have made reservations under the name of Wang . "," Very Wang sir , smoking or no smoking ? " " Very Wang sir , smoking or no smoking ? "," No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ? " " No smoking , please . Could we have table by the window ? "," Of course , this way please . " I didn ’ t receive an unemployment check this week and need to know why . , Did you mail us your last Continued Claim Form ? Did you mail us your last Continued Claim Form ? , I am afraid that I forgot to send it in . I am afraid that I forgot to send it in . , We cannot pay you unless you turn that form in every two weeks . We cannot pay you unless you turn that form in every two weeks . , Is it too late to mail the Continued Claim Form in now ? Is it too late to mail the Continued Claim Form in now ? , It can ’ t be more than fourteen days late for us to accept it . It can ’ t be more than fourteen days late for us to accept it . , I will mail it in a little early next time to avoid this problem . I will mail it in a little early next time to avoid this problem . ," You can ’ t possibly know in advance how much you will be working . If you mail it in too soon , we will reject it ! " " You can ’ t possibly know in advance how much you will be working . If you mail it in too soon , we will reject it ! ", Will my paycheck arrive late because I messed up on my form ? Will my paycheck arrive late because I messed up on my form ? ," Your check will be arriving late , but the next one will come right on time . " I am considering going for the new job that was posted yesterday . , Are you certain that that is what you want to do ? Are you certain that that is what you want to do ? ," It may not be the best choice for me , but I am considering it . " " It may not be the best choice for me , but I am considering it . ", Why do you think that this would be a good move ? Why do you think that this would be a good move ? , I believe that this job would allow me to move up but might be a little boring for me . I believe that this job would allow me to move up but might be a little boring for me . ," Yes , there are always pros and cons to making a career change . " " Yes , there are always pros and cons to making a career change . "," Also , the matter of pay is also a consideration . " " Also , the matter of pay is also a consideration . ", I think the slight pay decrease might be worth it . The benefits are much better . I think the slight pay decrease might be worth it . The benefits are much better . ," Yes , sometimes giving up a little to move forward is the best choice . " " Yes , sometimes giving up a little to move forward is the best choice . ", I think you should definitely apply for the position . Can you help me with my timesheet ? , Sure ! I can help you . Do you know where the timesheets are kept ? Sure ! I can help you . Do you know where the timesheets are kept ? ," No , I don't know where to find one . " " No , I don't know where to find one . "," Well , once you get one off the shelf over there , you first put your name on it . OK ? " " Well , once you get one off the shelf over there , you first put your name on it . OK ? "," Yes , I can do that . " " Yes , I can do that . ", Now you have to fill in the hours in the blanks and total the hours for the week . Do you know how to use military time ? Now you have to fill in the hours in the blanks and total the hours for the week . Do you know how to use military time ? ," No , I don't know what that is . " " No , I don't know what that is . "," OK , so we just start counting hours at midnight and record it . Show all minutes as a dot and then write how many minutes . OK ? " " OK , so we just start counting hours at midnight and record it . Show all minutes as a dot and then write how many minutes . OK ? "," Yes , I understand how to do this . " " Yes , I understand how to do this . "," After you total your hours , make sure you sign it and turn it in to your supervisor . " " After you total your hours , make sure you sign it and turn it in to your supervisor . ", That was easy ! That was easy ! , Good luck and let me know if you need any help later on . "Karen , do you have a minute ? I'd like to ask you about something . ", Sure . What is it ? Sure . What is it ? ," I think you can give me some advice.You have worked here longer , and I just want to know what you think . " " I think you can give me some advice.You have worked here longer , and I just want to know what you think . ", I'm glad to help you . But what is it you want to ask about ? I'm glad to help you . But what is it you want to ask about ? , I am worried about the meeting this morning . I am worried about the meeting this morning . , Why ? I think the meeting went well . Why ? I think the meeting went well . , Really ? Really ? , Yes . But what are you worried about ? Yes . But what are you worried about ? , I'm afraid I was too rude . I'm afraid I was too rude . ," Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ? " " Rude ? You weren't rude at all , Annie . Why do you think you were rude ? "," Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry . " " Well , I maybe talked to Mr . Drummond too directly . I thought I maybe said too much . I don't want him to be angry . ", I understand . But really you weren't rude at all.You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that . I understand . But really you weren't rude at all.You said what you thought . I think he appreciates that . , Really ? Really ? , Yes . Yes . ," But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that . " " But I am new here , and I'm not sure he is used to that . ", You mean because you are a woman ? You mean because you are a woman ? , Yes . And he is the president of the company . Yes . And he is the president of the company . ," Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond.He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all.He appreciates people for their ideas.And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women . " " Listen , Annie . You shouldn't worry about Mr . Drummond.He is a very good man to work for . He is not sexist at all.He appreciates people for their ideas.And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women . "," I am very happy to hear that , Karen.It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company . " " I am very happy to hear that , Karen.It ' s good to know I'm working in such a company . "," I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs . " " I agree with you on that , Annie . I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now . I feel he appreciates his employees for their work , not their gender . I would never change jobs . ", Good . Thank you for telling me this . Good . Thank you for telling me this . ," Any time . If you have a good idea , don't be afraid to speak up.This is a company that appreciates initiative . " have you ever been invited to a Chinese feast ? , sure . Beijingers are distinguished for their warmth and hospitality . sure . Beijingers are distinguished for their warmth and hospitality . ," as far as you could see , is dining at a Chinese table a distinct experience ? To what extent does it differ from that in your homeland ? " " as far as you could see , is dining at a Chinese table a distinct experience ? To what extent does it differ from that in your homeland ? "," to begin with , I have to use chopsticks . " " to begin with , I have to use chopsticks . ", but you look quite proficient in using them now . but you look quite proficient in using them now . ," certainly . After all , I've been here for two years . It's not much uphill work for a foreigner to get used to Chinese dinner utensils . Though , I do feel hazy about how to behave appropriately at a Ch " " certainly . After all , I've been here for two years . It's not much uphill work for a foreigner to get used to Chinese dinner utensils . Though , I do feel hazy about how to behave appropriately at a Ch "," yes , table etiquette . There are a multitude of rules that foreigners might never know until they were told . Some practices even appear somewhat awkward or rude to Westerners , while they are the norm i " " yes , table etiquette . There are a multitude of rules that foreigners might never know until they were told . Some practices even appear somewhat awkward or rude to Westerners , while they are the norm i ", anything strang about that ? anything strang about that ? ," maybe you should have placed them horizontally over your bowl or plate . They resemble two incense sticks used at sacrifices . It's very inauspicious , and might enrage all present . " " maybe you should have placed them horizontally over your bowl or plate . They resemble two incense sticks used at sacrifices . It's very inauspicious , and might enrage all present . "," oh , sorry ! There's a long story even with a mere pair of sticks . " "Welcome to China , Mr . Smith . ", Thank you . So pleasant to meet you here ! Thank you . So pleasant to meet you here ! , I heard that you are interested in our silk skirts and new style of coats . I heard that you are interested in our silk skirts and new style of coats . ," Yes , I've brought a list of your recent products with me . We'd like to import some of your latest clothes for the second half of this year . We're ready to place an order with you . " " Yes , I've brought a list of your recent products with me . We'd like to import some of your latest clothes for the second half of this year . We're ready to place an order with you . "," Great ! B , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts , so as to enable our timely delivery . " " Great ! B , most of the items listed are available this year . I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts , so as to enable our timely delivery . ", That sounds good . But I have a proposal now . That sounds good . But I have a proposal now . , What's the proposal ? What's the proposal ? , Both of our two parties were involved in the discussion previously . Shall we also allow some of our clients to join us ? Both of our two parties were involved in the discussion previously . Shall we also allow some of our clients to join us ? ," Good idea ! In this way , our clients ' needs will be met and disagreements between the two parties avoided . " " Good idea ! In this way , our clients ' needs will be met and disagreements between the two parties avoided . ", Sounds like we have the same idea . This is our best product . , How long will it take to make five hundred ? How long will it take to make five hundred ? , They'll be done before the end of the week . They'll be done before the end of the week . , Good . "Good morning , sir . What can I do for you ? ", I want to buy a ticket to Sydney tomorrow . I want to buy a ticket to Sydney tomorrow . ," Right now fight BW159 is the only one available , it is a non-direct one . " " Right now fight BW159 is the only one available , it is a non-direct one . ", What's the exact information ? What's the exact information ? , It departs at 4:40 pm tomorrow and arrives in Sydney at 10:20 am . the next morning by way of Melboume . It departs at 4:40 pm tomorrow and arrives in Sydney at 10:20 am . the next morning by way of Melboume . , How long is the layover in Melboume ? How long is the layover in Melboume ? , About 1 hour . Would you buy it ? About 1 hour . Would you buy it ? , Yes . I want a first class single ticket . hello ? ," good morning , Nathaniel . This is Leah calling from the International Student Office . " " good morning , Nathaniel . This is Leah calling from the International Student Office . ", good morning . good morning . , the reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week . the reason I'm calling is because Ms . Collins will not be able to call you back until next week . , oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday . oh . I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday . , she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand . she's terribly sorry about that . She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week . She hopes you understand . , is there someone else I can talk to ? is there someone else I can talk to ? , she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ? she asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today . When are you free today ? , any time after 2 pm today would be good for me . any time after 2 pm today would be good for me . , Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ? Mr . Liu is available at 2:15 today . Will that work for you ? , I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda . I'd prefer to speak with Ms . Fonda . , I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ? I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon . She has an opening at 11:30 this morning . Will that work for you ? , that will be fine . that will be fine . ," ok , we'll be expecting you at 11:30 . See you then . " "Oh , boy , I hate to say this , but I really have to leave now . ", That ’ s all right . I understand . That ’ s all right . I understand . , I ’ m so sorry . I ’ m so sorry . , That ’ s ok . Don ’ t be sorry . We ’ ll talk later . Hello ? ," Hi , Randy . What are you going to do this weekend ? " " Hi , Randy . What are you going to do this weekend ? ", I ’ Ve no idea . Nothing really . I ’ Ve no idea . Nothing really . , How about going hunting with me ? How about going hunting with me ? , Wonderful . Wonderful . , Okay . I ’ ll pick you up around 6 Okay . I ’ ll pick you up around 6 , I ’ ll be ready . "Good morning.So this is the first day for you to work here , I hope you'll like your job . "," Good morning , Ms.Wilson . I've got a lot to learn from you . I think I'll enjoy working with you . " " Good morning , Ms.Wilson . I've got a lot to learn from you . I think I'll enjoy working with you . ", I hope so.Now let me tell you your duties here.This is your desk.Please sit down . I hope so.Now let me tell you your duties here.This is your desk.Please sit down . , Thank you . Thank you . , Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted . Your main duty is to answer the phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted . , I see.What if the person wanted is out ? I see.What if the person wanted is out ? ," In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message . " " In that case , you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message . ", Is there anything else I should do ? Is there anything else I should do ? ," Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order . " " Yes , you are responsible for keeping all files in order . ", All right . All right . , If you have any questions . I will help you . If you have any questions . I will help you . , Thank you . "Dear fellows . As you know , Mr . Ross will be leaving us very soon after his short but meaningful visit to our company . "," I really want to stay a little longer , but I still have a meeting to attend . All in all , I am so impressed by your hospitality and your warm welcome . Thank you for the trouble you have taken . " " I really want to stay a little longer , but I still have a meeting to attend . All in all , I am so impressed by your hospitality and your warm welcome . Thank you for the trouble you have taken . "," Just as what I said in my welcome speech , Mr . Ross's visit to our company is meaningful for both our two companies . Thank you very much for your visiting . We will miss you all the time . " " Just as what I said in my welcome speech , Mr . Ross's visit to our company is meaningful for both our two companies . Thank you very much for your visiting . We will miss you all the time . "," During my trip here , I learned a lot and I get to know our choice of choosing your company as our partner is definitely right . I can feel and sense the potential of your company . And at last I wish our further cooperation will be sound and successful . " " During my trip here , I learned a lot and I get to know our choice of choosing your company as our partner is definitely right . I can feel and sense the potential of your company . And at last I wish our further cooperation will be sound and successful . "," That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr.Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please . " " That's our pleasure . Mr . Ross , your visit leaves gorgeous memory here . And I hope Mr.Halmiton , the president of your company can also have the chance to visit our company soon . Remember me to him , please . "," Of course , I will . " My latte looks like that shoe polish we did an ad for last month . , And this espresso looks like ... oil ! And this espresso looks like ... oil ! ," It still tastes fine , though . " " It still tastes fine , though . "," These days , I can't think of anything but motor oil . Even coffee makes me think of it . " " These days , I can't think of anything but motor oil . Even coffee makes me think of it . ", Wait a second ! There's the idea for this case ! “ Your motor oil should be as choice and fresh as your morning coffee . ” "Good afternoon , Mr.Chen . How are you ? "," Fine , thanks . I will go to Mainland China for a business trip tomorrow , and I want to change some Hong Kong dollars into Renminbi . " " Fine , thanks . I will go to Mainland China for a business trip tomorrow , and I want to change some Hong Kong dollars into Renminbi . "," How much do you want , Mr.Chen ? " " How much do you want , Mr.Chen ? "," One thousand yuan , please . By the way , what is today's exchange quotation ? " " One thousand yuan , please . By the way , what is today's exchange quotation ? ", The rate is still high for other foreign currencies . The exchange rate for Hong Kong dollars into Renminbi is 1.053 Renminbi yuan to one dollar . The rate is still high for other foreign currencies . The exchange rate for Hong Kong dollars into Renminbi is 1.053 Renminbi yuan to one dollar . ," Oh , I see . Could you please split the one thousand Renminbi into hundreds and tens ? " " Oh , I see . Could you please split the one thousand Renminbi into hundreds and tens ? "," Certainly , sir . How do you want it ? " " Certainly , sir . How do you want it ? "," Five hundred in hundred RIB notes and the others in ten RIB notes , please . " " Five hundred in hundred RIB notes and the others in ten RIB notes , please . "," Yes , Mr.Chen . Here you are . " " Yes , Mr.Chen . Here you are . ", Thank you very much . "Kate , you never believe what's happened . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , Masha and Hero are getting divorced . Masha and Hero are getting divorced . , You are kidding . What happened ? You are kidding . What happened ? ," Well , I don't really know , but I heard that they are having a separation for 2 months , and filed for divorce . " " Well , I don't really know , but I heard that they are having a separation for 2 months , and filed for divorce . ", That's really surprising . I always thought they are well matched . What about the kids ? Who get custody ? That's really surprising . I always thought they are well matched . What about the kids ? Who get custody ? ," Masha , it seems quiet and makable , no quarrelling about who get the house and stock and then contesting the divorce with other details worked out . " " Masha , it seems quiet and makable , no quarrelling about who get the house and stock and then contesting the divorce with other details worked out . "," That's the change from all the back stepping we usually hear about . Well , I still can't believe it , Masha and Hero , the perfect couple . When would they divorce be final ? " " That's the change from all the back stepping we usually hear about . Well , I still can't believe it , Masha and Hero , the perfect couple . When would they divorce be final ? ", Early in the New Year I guess . Do you buy that newspaper every day ? ," Yes , I do . I find it very informative.It always has plenty of articles from correspondents all over the world and the business section is very useful too . " " Yes , I do . I find it very informative.It always has plenty of articles from correspondents all over the world and the business section is very useful too . ", Is there a Sunday edition of that newspaper ? Is there a Sunday edition of that newspaper ? ," Yes . There is . it has several sections , so it ’ s quite a read ! It usually takes me a few hours to read it on Sunday morning . " " Yes . There is . it has several sections , so it ’ s quite a read ! It usually takes me a few hours to read it on Sunday morning . ", What section does it have ? What section does it have ? ," Let me see . There ’ s the news section , the entertainment section , sports , business , and world affairs . " " Let me see . There ’ s the news section , the entertainment section , sports , business , and world affairs . ", What ’ s in that section ? What ’ s in that section ? , World affairs ? They look at the most important stories in more detail . I find it fascinating . Do you buy a daily paper ? World affairs ? They look at the most important stories in more detail . I find it fascinating . Do you buy a daily paper ? ," I buy a national newspaper sometimes , buy I nearly always buy a local evening newspaper . I find the local news more interesting than national or international news . " I really should be on my way . ," Oh , don ’ t go yet . Let ’ s at least have one more . " " Oh , don ’ t go yet . Let ’ s at least have one more . "," No , thank you . I can ’ t . " " No , thank you . I can ’ t . ", It ’ s too bad that you have to leave so early . It ’ s too bad that you have to leave so early . , Thank you very much . I had a really good time . Thank you very much . I had a really good time . , Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon . Thanks for coming ! We should meet again sometime soon . ," That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ’ s assuming you don ’ t mind if I call you sometime . " " That would be great ! Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That ’ s assuming you don ’ t mind if I call you sometime . ", Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 . Anytime . You can reach me 5558929 . ," ok , got it . I ’ ll call you sometime next week . " " ok , got it . I ’ ll call you sometime next week . ", Fine . Fine . , It ’ s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon . It ’ s time to go and I hope we can get together again soon . ," I hope so , too . Bye ! Ben . " I'll need a parking permit for next semester . , Do you attend school during the day or only at night ? Do you attend school during the day or only at night ? , I only attend class part-time in the evenings . I only attend class part-time in the evenings . , Do you drive a motorcycle or an automobile ? Do you drive a motorcycle or an automobile ? ," I have both , but I usually use my car to get to school . " " I have both , but I usually use my car to get to school . "," Great , the price for that permit is thirty dollars ; cash , check , or credit card ? " " Great , the price for that permit is thirty dollars ; cash , check , or credit card ? ", I'll pay cash . I'll pay cash . , Do you need to buy a duplicate permit for a second vehicle ? Do you need to buy a duplicate permit for a second vehicle ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . "," OK , here is your permit ; enjoy the next semester . " "I want to ask you for a favor . I want to rent an apartment here in Beijing , but as a foreigner , I don't know the normal practice . Can you give me some advice ? "," First , why don't you tell me what you need , such as how big a room , where you want to live , whether you want to live downtown , and what you like to do . Then I can figure out which apartment is most suitable for you . " " First , why don't you tell me what you need , such as how big a room , where you want to live , whether you want to live downtown , and what you like to do . Then I can figure out which apartment is most suitable for you . "," I am a student and want to live in Haitian , so that I can live close to my school . I like to play soccer and I like a quiet apartment so I can study . " " I am a student and want to live in Haitian , so that I can live close to my school . I like to play soccer and I like a quiet apartment so I can study . "," I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs . I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school . The apartment is on the 7th floor , so it is very quiet and suitable for studying . " " I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs . I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school . The apartment is on the 7th floor , so it is very quiet and suitable for studying . ", That sounds great ! That sounds great ! ," You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities . " " You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer , and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there . It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities . ", Thank you so much . That's very kind of you . Front Desk . , Will you wake me up in the morning ? Will you wake me up in the morning ? ," Yes , what time would you like a wake-up call ? " " Yes , what time would you like a wake-up call ? ", At 7 am sharp . Where are you studying and what's your major ? , I am studying at Beijing University . I major in Civil Law . I am studying at Beijing University . I major in Civil Law . , Why did you choose Beijing University ? Why did you choose Beijing University ? , Because Beijing University is the best university in China and I'm sure I am one of the best students . Because Beijing University is the best university in China and I'm sure I am one of the best students . , What courses have you learned ? What courses have you learned ? ," I have learned many courses , such as Civil Law , Economic Law , Commercial Law and Administration Law . " " I have learned many courses , such as Civil Law , Economic Law , Commercial Law and Administration Law . ", Which one is your favorite ? Why ? Which one is your favorite ? Why ? ," Civil Law . Because it is broad and profound , and furthermore , it best reflects the spirits of fairness and equality . " " Civil Law . Because it is broad and profound , and furthermore , it best reflects the spirits of fairness and equality . ", What was your minor subject ? What was your minor subject ? , Psychology . Did you pass the test ? ," No , I didn't . " " No , I didn't . ", I'm sorry to hear that . I think these patterns are quite good . Can you give me a price indication of these ? ," Of course , it's my pleasure . We'll quote you the lowest price prevailing . " " Of course , it's my pleasure . We'll quote you the lowest price prevailing . "," Thank you very much . If your price is suitable , then we can make further discussion of contract . " " Thank you very much . If your price is suitable , then we can make further discussion of contract . "," Here is our price list , our terms are cash within three months of date of delivery , if you can pay it within one month . we'll give you a discount of 10 % . " " Here is our price list , our terms are cash within three months of date of delivery , if you can pay it within one month . we'll give you a discount of 10 % . ", Very good . How many goods do you have ? Very good . How many goods do you have ? , Can you tell me how many goods you intend to order ? Can you tell me how many goods you intend to order ? , We want to order 900 dozen . We want to order 900 dozen . , The most we can offer you at present is 600 dozen . How do you think the report I wrote ? , Not bad . But there is more room for improvement . Not bad . But there is more room for improvement . , I jumped the gun . I jumped the gun . , There were some gaps in your report . Please be more sorrow . There were some gaps in your report . Please be more sorrow . ," Yes , I overlooked some facts . I ’ ll be more sorrow . " I like the kid.He ' s so lovely . , How old is he ? How old is he ? , Twelve.He ' s very sensible for his age . Congratulations on your success in the competition . That is quite something . , Thank you . I was lucky this time . Thank you . I was lucky this time . , I think luck played a very small part in your victory . It is solely due to your hard work and efforts . That brings honor to you and joy to us . I think luck played a very small part in your victory . It is solely due to your hard work and efforts . That brings honor to you and joy to us . , I am flattered . I am flattered . , It is real word . It is real word . , Thank you very much . Can you help me find my books ? ," Certainly , do you have your school schedule ? The books are arranged by course number and instructor . " " Certainly , do you have your school schedule ? The books are arranged by course number and instructor . "," Oh , I see . Thank you . " You must be feeling terrible for Mary . ," Yes , she's been like this for two weeks . " " Yes , she's been like this for two weeks . ", I'm worried that she can't catch up with her class . I'm worried that she can't catch up with her class . , So am I.The doctor says she'll get over in a month . "in China at least , coffee is often associated with an exotic , well-to-do bourgeois lifestyle . Coffee is often considered a hobby of the well-educated , middle-class people . "," maybe that's why some young chaps often spend a whole afternoon in a coffee bar , surfing the net or just typewriting something with laptop . While they are savoring a coffee at a leisured pace , they " " maybe that's why some young chaps often spend a whole afternoon in a coffee bar , surfing the net or just typewriting something with laptop . While they are savoring a coffee at a leisured pace , they "," yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really life coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish " " yes . Behind a lifestyle , there is a culture . Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life . While they may not really life coffee , they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish "," then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people . " " then what about tea ? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea , rather than coffee , has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people . "," well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea " " well . Tea represents another facet of popular culture . While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft , elegant music , a teahouse is often a noisy , crowded , public space . People visit tea "," what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend " " what a pity that the traditional teahouses , as depicted Lao She , keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis . It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spend "," well , that's true . In a sense , it is not so much what you drink that really counts , as where and how you drink . " "Hi , I would like to return this TV . "," Sure , do you have the receipt ? " " Sure , do you have the receipt ? ", Yeah here you go . Actually I also want to return this keyboard . Yeah here you go . Actually I also want to return this keyboard . , Ok . may I ask what is the reason for returning these products ? Ok . may I ask what is the reason for returning these products ? , The TV flickers a lot when I am watching a movie and at times the image is not very clear . The TV flickers a lot when I am watching a movie and at times the image is not very clear . ," I see , and what about the keyboard ? " " I see , and what about the keyboard ? ", I spilled some coffee on it and now it won't work . I spilled some coffee on it and now it won't work . ," I am sorry mam , but we can only exchange or refund defective products , we cannot take responsibility for misuse or damages . " " I am sorry mam , but we can only exchange or refund defective products , we cannot take responsibility for misuse or damages . ", Fine ! I don't know why they make these things so delicate anyways . I left a suitcase on the train to London the other day . ," Can you describe it , sir ? " " Can you describe it , sir ? ", It's a small blue case and it's got a zip . There's a label on the handle with my name and address on it . It's a small blue case and it's got a zip . There's a label on the handle with my name and address on it . , Is this case yours ? Is this case yours ? ," No , that's not mine . " " No , that's not mine . ", What about this one ? This one's got a label . What about this one ? This one's got a label . , Let me see it . Let me see it . , What's you name and address ? What's you name and address ? ," David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street . " " David Hall , 83 , Bridge Street . ", That's right . D.N.Hall . 83.Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please . That's right . D.N.Hall . 83.Bridge Street . Three pound and fifty pence please . , Here you are . Thank you . , Hey ! Hey ! , What ’ s the matter ? What ’ s the matter ? , This case doesn't belong to me ! You've given me the wrong case ! Great . The bed is exactly what I have been looking for ! , You have good taste . It's made of red wood . You have good taste . It's made of red wood . ," Oh , I like red wood . How much do you charge for it ? " " Oh , I like red wood . How much do you charge for it ? ", 300 dollars . 300 dollars . , That's sheer robbery ! That's sheer robbery ! ," Believe me , it's worth the price . " " Believe me , it's worth the price . ", It's more than I can afford . Can I make an offer ? It's more than I can afford . Can I make an offer ? , How much are you willing to pay ? How much are you willing to pay ? , Shall we make it 250 dollars ? Shall we make it 250 dollars ? , No . That price would hardly cover the cost . No . That price would hardly cover the cost . , What about 260 dollars ? What about 260 dollars ? , 275 dollars is the lowest price I can offer . 275 dollars is the lowest price I can offer . , It's a deal . Hello . , Hello . Is there anything I can do for you ? Hello . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , please . I'd like to open a savings account . Would you please give me some advice ? " " Yes , please . I'd like to open a savings account . Would you please give me some advice ? "," Certainly , I'll be very happy to help you . Usually we offer current or fixed accounts for individuals . " " Certainly , I'll be very happy to help you . Usually we offer current or fixed accounts for individuals . ", What's the difference between the two ? What's the difference between the two ? ," If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher . " " If you open a fixed account , the interest rate is higher . ", Then how about the current account ? Then how about the current account ? , You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book . You may withdraw the money at any time . You just need to present your deposit book . , Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account . Thank you for your help . I think I'll open a current account . , OK . Do you have your ID card on you ? OK . Do you have your ID card on you ? , Yes . Yes . , Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card . Good . Everything is done . Here is your deposit book and ID card . , Thank you very much . Good afternoon . How can I help you ? , Good afternoon . My name is Monica . I am here for the job interview at 2 PM . Good afternoon . My name is Monica . I am here for the job interview at 2 PM . ," Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door . " " Ok , please first fill in the form and return it to me . You can do it in the next door . ", Done . Here is my paper . Done . Here is my paper . ," Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ’ s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager . " " Everybody attention . I would like to make sure you all know the process . The interview consists of three parts . One , all of the interviewees will answer the question there and lasts for maximum one hour . Two , we will take a 30 - minute ’ s break . After the break , we all come back to this office and I will announce the successful candidates for the 2nd round . In which , you have a small interview with your future manager . ", What about the 3rd round ? What about the 3rd round ? , Good question . But I will tell you when you pass the first two . How are your Chinese and English ? , I can confidently say that my Chinese and English are pretty good . I won prizes in many speech contests in both Chinese and English . I can confidently say that my Chinese and English are pretty good . I won prizes in many speech contests in both Chinese and English . , How would you consider your salary if you succeed in becoming a translator in our company ? How would you consider your salary if you succeed in becoming a translator in our company ? , I believe every company has its own salary criterion . And you will give me a satisfying salary according to my abilities and performances . I wonder if you agree that money is not happiness . , I don't entirely agree with you . I don't entirely agree with you . , Then how do you explain so many rich people committing suicide ? Then how do you explain so many rich people committing suicide ? ," Well , that's a thing . " Shall we go to the library by subway ? ," Yes , it's far quicker and less complicated . " " Yes , it's far quicker and less complicated . ", OK . There is no subway in my city . OK . There is no subway in my city . , Really ? Really ? , Yes . Does it operate night and day ? Yes . Does it operate night and day ? ," Yes , and seven days a week . " " Yes , and seven days a week . ", Where do we pay the fare ? Where do we pay the fare ? ," Follow me , please . " " Follow me , please . ", Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? ," No , you don't have to . " " No , you don't have to . "," OK , I see . " Do you rent cameras here ? , Of course . Which one do you like best ? Of course . Which one do you like best ? , I want one that is easy to handle . I want one that is easy to handle . , Try this one . You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter . Try this one . You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter . , That's good . What's the fee ? "Jenny , you look terrible . What's eating you ? ", Don't brother me ! Don't brother me ! ," Hey , Chillon , I'm just trying to help . " " Hey , Chillon , I'm just trying to help . "," Sorry , Sally , it's not your fault . " " Sorry , Sally , it's not your fault . "," So , what's the problem ? " " So , what's the problem ? ", I drew a blank on ~ about the test . I drew a blank on ~ about the test . , No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ? No kidding ! Didn't you study for it ? ," Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test . " " Yeah , but nothing was clear during the test . "," That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master . " " That's too bad , anyway , I'm sure things will turn around next master . ", I'm thinking of dropping out . I'm thinking of dropping out . ," You can't do that , Jenny ! " " You can't do that , Jenny ! "," I'm dead serious about this , Sally . " " I'm dead serious about this , Sally . "," Come on , let's talk about it . " "That price of ours , by the way , is for a minimum quantity of 1,000 saddles . "," Yes , I noticed that . To what extent would local assembly help sales , did you say ? " " Yes , I noticed that . To what extent would local assembly help sales , did you say ? "," 20-30 % . But we proposed the plan from the storage and delivery viewpoint . That is to say , less warehouse space and prompt delivery . " " 20-30 % . But we proposed the plan from the storage and delivery viewpoint . That is to say , less warehouse space and prompt delivery . "," Yes , of course . Assembly would be quite a simple matter . Cycle dealers could put them together in a very short time . " " Yes , of course . Assembly would be quite a simple matter . Cycle dealers could put them together in a very short time . ", Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months . Sales have been exceptionally good during the past twelve months . ," Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ? " " Yes , I've noticed that . Where have you been placing them ? ", All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you . All in the local market . One or two suggestions that came in from the distribution might interest you . , Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ? Yes . What were they ? Anything that will help sales ? , Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra . Perhaps . General opinion is that the rear carrier should be offered as an extra . ," That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this . " " That's to keep the price down , I suppose . I'll take it up with our overseas department and listen to what they've got to say about this . ", Thanks . Good morning.Are you Mr.Liu ? , My name is Liu Lichi . How do you do ? My name is Liu Lichi . How do you do ? ," How do you do ? Please be seated , How is your trip here ? " " How do you do ? Please be seated , How is your trip here ? "," Quite good , I think . I came here by bus , and it took me about 15 minutes . " " Quite good , I think . I came here by bus , and it took me about 15 minutes . "," Oh , yes.How old are you ? " " Oh , yes.How old are you ? ", Twenty . Twenty . ," Hum , still a student ? " " Hum , still a student ? "," Yes , I'm student of grade 3 in the university majoring in economics . " " Yes , I'm student of grade 3 in the university majoring in economics . ", What subjects are you studying ? What subjects are you studying ? ," English , math , commercial and legal studies , and accountancy . " " English , math , commercial and legal studies , and accountancy . ", Have you had any working experience . Have you had any working experience . ," Well , I worked at a supermarket during last summer holidays . " " Well , I worked at a supermarket during last summer holidays . ", What do you like to do in your spare time ? What do you like to do in your spare time ? ," I like sports very much.Besides that , I also like working on a computer in my spare time . " " I like sports very much.Besides that , I also like working on a computer in my spare time . ", How are your English and computer skills ? How are your English and computer skills ? , I have passed the CET - 4 and 6.As far as computer is concerned I can use the computer for word processing . I have passed the CET - 4 and 6.As far as computer is concerned I can use the computer for word processing . ," Okay . Mr.Liu , we'll inform you of the results within a week . " "Steven , have you got better now ? "," Yeah , the doctor said that I can leave soon . I really miss home . " " Yeah , the doctor said that I can leave soon . I really miss home . ", I guess you miss your wife and children very much . I guess you miss your wife and children very much . ," Yeah , you are right . But I have to stay for another day for observation . " " Yeah , you are right . But I have to stay for another day for observation . "," If necessary , I can stay here to accompany you until you are discharged . " " If necessary , I can stay here to accompany you until you are discharged . "," No , thanks . I am very grateful that you can come to the hospital to visit me . " " No , thanks . I am very grateful that you can come to the hospital to visit me . ", You are my best friend . That's what I should do . Please don ’ t be a stranger . Good morning . , Good morning . Good morning . , What does the paper say ? What does the paper say ? , Nothing much — the same old stuff . A lot of bad news as usual . Nothing much — the same old stuff . A lot of bad news as usual . ," Well , what ’ s the weather report ? " " Well , what ’ s the weather report ? "," Sunny and mild today , cloudy and rainy tomorrow . " " Sunny and mild today , cloudy and rainy tomorrow . ", Did they find those bank robbers ? Did they find those bank robbers ? ," Not yet . They were holding two men in Ohio , but they let them go . They weren ’ t the criminals after all . " " Not yet . They were holding two men in Ohio , but they let them go . They weren ’ t the criminals after all . ", What about the sports page ? What were the scores of last night ’ s games ? What about the sports page ? What were the scores of last night ’ s games ? , Here ’ s the paper ; you can read them yourself . "What time is it , Tom ? ", Just a minute . It ’ s ten to nine by my watch . Just a minute . It ’ s ten to nine by my watch . , Is it ? I have no idea if I ’ m so late . I must be off now . Is it ? I have no idea if I ’ m so late . I must be off now . , What ’ s the hurry ? What ’ s the hurry ? , I must catch the nine-thirty Train . I must catch the nine-thirty Train . , It ’ s plenty of time yet . The railway station is very close . It won ’ t take your twenty minutes to get there . When can we expect you for dinner ? Can you come tonight ? , Not tonight . I promised to go to a concert with my sister . Not tonight . I promised to go to a concert with my sister . , Well ... How about Friday then ? Well ... How about Friday then ? , That sounds fine . That sounds fine . , Good . Shall we say seven o'clock ? Good . Shall we say seven o'clock ? ," I'll be there . You're still a fabulous cook , aren't you ? " " I'll be there . You're still a fabulous cook , aren't you ? ", That'll be for you to decide . I've got a new dish that I want to try out on you . That'll be for you to decide . I've got a new dish that I want to try out on you . , I'm ready . I'll look forward to it all Friday ! I need a haircut . , Do you have an appointment ? Do you have an appointment ? ," No , I don't . You look pretty busy today . Do you have an opening for me ? " " No , I don't . You look pretty busy today . Do you have an opening for me ? "," Yes , we do . I can cut your hair right now if you like.Do you need a shampoo too , or just a haircut ? " " Yes , we do . I can cut your hair right now if you like.Do you need a shampoo too , or just a haircut ? ", Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning . Just a haircut . I washed my hair this morning . , Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it.Please step over there.How would you like your hair cut today ? Alright . I will have an assistant wet your hair . Then I can cut it.Please step over there.How would you like your hair cut today ? ," Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long.But I want the same style . " " Well , I last had a haircut eight weeks ago . So my hair is pretty long.But I want the same style . ", I recommend you leave it a little long on top.But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now . I recommend you leave it a little long on top.But we should take in the back and sides a bit more . That's more fashionable now . , Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation . Alright . You are the expert . I'm happy to have your recommendation . , So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ? So I will cut the sides just above the ear . Is that good ? , Fine . Fine . , And do you usually part your hair along here ? And do you usually part your hair along here ? , Yes . Yes . ," Alright , I know just what to do.Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends . " " Alright , I know just what to do.Your hair seems quite dry , you know . And I see some split ends . "," Yes , I know my hair is quite thin.It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair . " " Yes , I know my hair is quite thin.It runs in my family . Everybody has very thin hair . ", The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy . The problem is the split ends . They make your hair look even more frizzy . , I don't know what to do about it . I don't know what to do about it . ," Well , there are two things you can do.First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally.That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends.Second , buy a g " " Well , there are two things you can do.First , don't blow-dry your hair for so long after you shower . Let it dry naturally.That is easier on the hair , so you won't get split ends.Second , buy a g ", Do you sell conditioner here ? Do you sell conditioner here ? , Of course . I have one I can suggest . Of course . I have one I can suggest . , Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak . Great . I would be happy to try it . I know my hair doesn't look good now . It's too weak . , The problem is the split ends . "Good morning , sir . Are you Mr . Wang , the personnel manager ? "," Good morning . Yes , I am . But I ’ m sorry I don ’ t think I know you . " " Good morning . Yes , I am . But I ’ m sorry I don ’ t think I know you . "," No , you don ’ t . My name is Liu Lili . I got the information from the TV that your department wants to hire a clerk , who will work under you . I would like to apply for the job . " " No , you don ’ t . My name is Liu Lili . I got the information from the TV that your department wants to hire a clerk , who will work under you . I would like to apply for the job . "," Oh , yes . We do have such a commercial . Sit down , please , Miss Liu . I ’ m glad to see you . Could you tell me about yourself first ? " " Oh , yes . We do have such a commercial . Sit down , please , Miss Liu . I ’ m glad to see you . Could you tell me about yourself first ? ", OK . I ’ m 24 this year . I earned my college diploma from the Night College of Foreign Languages Institute in 2010 . My major is English . Recently I ’ Ve also earned my degree in Secretarial Technology . OK . I ’ m 24 this year . I earned my college diploma from the Night College of Foreign Languages Institute in 2010 . My major is English . Recently I ’ Ve also earned my degree in Secretarial Technology . , Could you tell me about your work experience ? Could you tell me about your work experience ? ," Of course . I ’ Ve been working as an office clerk in the Textile Company since my graduation . I do a lot of things , such as typing , handling the daily correspondence , arranging meetings and so on . " " Of course . I ’ Ve been working as an office clerk in the Textile Company since my graduation . I do a lot of things , such as typing , handling the daily correspondence , arranging meetings and so on . ", Do you enjoy your work ? Do you enjoy your work ? ," To be frank , not very much , because I can ’ t use much what I ’ Ve learned in my work . I enjoy doing more challenging work . " " To be frank , not very much , because I can ’ t use much what I ’ Ve learned in my work . I enjoy doing more challenging work . "," Well , according to your experience , perhaps you could tell me what essential qualities a personnel department office clerk should maintain . " " Well , according to your experience , perhaps you could tell me what essential qualities a personnel department office clerk should maintain . "," Of course . First of all , she must have a strong sense of responsibility . " " Of course . First of all , she must have a strong sense of responsibility . "," Good . Go on , please . " " Good . Go on , please . ", She must be an honest person . She must be an honest person . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , She must also be diligent and do a lot of things on her own initiative . She must also be diligent and do a lot of things on her own initiative . , Good . The work includes keeping the files . Have you got any practical experience with that ? Good . The work includes keeping the files . Have you got any practical experience with that ? ," Well , no . But I took related courses . I can gain experience quickly . I ’ m sure I can do the job well . " Can I do anything else for you ? , I want to check this magazine out . I want to check this magazine out . , We don ’ t allow people to check out magazines . We don ’ t allow people to check out magazines . , Why not ? Why not ? , It ’ s just a policy of ours . It ’ s just a policy of ours . , So what am I allowed to check out ? So what am I allowed to check out ? , You may check out books or videos . You may check out books or videos . , I need to check out this magazine . I need to check out this magazine . , You will have to just read it in the library . You will have to just read it in the library . , That doesn ’ t make any sense . What do you think of being a secretary ? , I'm not at all keen on that sort of job.It makes me crazy . I'm not at all keen on that sort of job.It makes me crazy . , How come ? How come ? , You have to type all day . Shall we go to cinema this evening ? The new blockbuster starring mel gibson is showing . It ’ s supposed to be really good . ," What kind of movie is it ? I don ’ t like many of his movies , actually . " " What kind of movie is it ? I don ’ t like many of his movies , actually . ", It ’ s a thriller . It has Julia Roberts playing the female lead . It ’ s a thriller . It has Julia Roberts playing the female lead . ," I like thrillers and I like Julia Roberts , so it might be interesting . I read a review today and the critic didn ’ t seem to be very impressed . " " I like thrillers and I like Julia Roberts , so it might be interesting . I read a review today and the critic didn ’ t seem to be very impressed . ", What did the critic say ? What did the critic say ? ," He didn ’ t say it was bad , but he said that it wasn ’ t as good as it could have been , particularly as there were some good actors and actresses in it . " " He didn ’ t say it was bad , but he said that it wasn ’ t as good as it could have been , particularly as there were some good actors and actresses in it . "," The movie starts at eight o ’ clock , so we have plenty of time to eat and get ready . " " The movie starts at eight o ’ clock , so we have plenty of time to eat and get ready . ", Good . Dinner is nearly ready and I ’ d like to watch the news before we go . The Oscars were last night and I want to see the results . Good . Dinner is nearly ready and I ’ d like to watch the news before we go . The Oscars were last night and I want to see the results . , I won ’ t spoil your enjoyment by telling you who won . There were a few surprises . "I lost track of time , am I late ? ", Yes . What kept you from arriving on time ? Yes . What kept you from arriving on time ? , My friend needed me to help him . My friend needed me to help him . , I realize that everyone has emergencies ; just get here on time from now on . I realize that everyone has emergencies ; just get here on time from now on . , I will try . My apologies . I will try . My apologies . , I appreciate you saying that and would like you to join us in our meeting . I appreciate you saying that and would like you to join us in our meeting . ," Sure , I'll sit right here . " " Sure , I'll sit right here . "," Wonderful , does anyone have any questions about this project ? " " Wonderful , does anyone have any questions about this project ? ", I am confused about the projected revenues . I am confused about the projected revenues . ," I'm glad that some of you get it , but let's go over it once more . " I'm really mad at Bob . , What for ? ( Why ? ) Bob returned from Japan last week . You know that ? , Yeah . I met him yesterday.He ' s no longer the same young man as he was eight years ago . Yeah . I met him yesterday.He ' s no longer the same young man as he was eight years ago . ," I think so , too . " I haven't met the Smiths for a long time . , They have moved to Chicago . They have moved to Chicago . , Why ? Why ? , Mr.Smith has changed his job . Did you need help with something ? , I don ’ t know where to get my ballot . I don ’ t know where to get my ballot . , I can help you with that . I can help you with that . , How can you help me ? How can you help me ? , I work here . I work here . , That ’ s great . That ’ s great . , May I see your ID ? May I see your ID ? , Here it is . Here it is . ," All right , here is your ballot card . " " All right , here is your ballot card . ", What do I do now ? What do I do now ? , Go to a voting booth and vote . Go to a voting booth and vote . , All right . Thanks for your help . May I take the liberty to introduce myself to you ? My name is Dick Brown . I am the sales manager of our company . , How do you do ? Excuse me . Can you take me to the airport ? ," Which airport , ma'am ? " " Which airport , ma'am ? ", Kennedy Airport . Kennedy Airport . ," All right , ma'am . Need any help with your luggage ? " " All right , ma'am . Need any help with your luggage ? "," Thank you , but I'd rather keep this case with me . " "Accounting , this is Mike . "," Mike , this is Leo in Sales . I was just calling to confirm our meeting tomorrow.Are we still on ? " " Mike , this is Leo in Sales . I was just calling to confirm our meeting tomorrow.Are we still on ? "," Goodness ! It ’ s been so long I actually forgot . Let me see ... yes , it is on my calendar . " " Goodness ! It ’ s been so long I actually forgot . Let me see ... yes , it is on my calendar . ", OK . See you at your office at 2:30 . OK . See you at your office at 2:30 . ," Right , see you then ! " Who finances the magazine ? , I don't know exactly . I only hear it's financed by a famous film star . I don't know exactly . I only hear it's financed by a famous film star . , Does it have a large circulation ? Does it have a large circulation ? ," Yes , so it really doesn't matter who offers the money.The paper itself is profitable . " "Mike , did you win the lottery or something ? Why the big smile ? ", I'm so relieved . I just passed the bar exam . I'm so relieved . I just passed the bar exam . , You did ? That's great ! You must be very happy now ? You did ? That's great ! You must be very happy now ? , That's an understatement . I'm on cloud nine . I couldn't be any happier . That's an understatement . I'm on cloud nine . I couldn't be any happier . , Did you tell your parents yet ? Did you tell your parents yet ? , Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight . Not yet . I didn't get a hold of them . I'll try to call them again tonight . , They're probably going to be so happy . They're probably going to be so happy . , I think so . It's turning out to be a great day . Do you know which bus I can take to PCC ? , Tell me where you need to get on at . Tell me where you need to get on at . , I live on Las Flores and Fair Oaks . I live on Las Flores and Fair Oaks . ," If you don't mind walking , I know a bus you can take . " " If you don't mind walking , I know a bus you can take . ", I'm okay with walking . I'm okay with walking . ," Walk all the way down Fair Oaks , and catch the 267 on Altadena Drive . " " Walk all the way down Fair Oaks , and catch the 267 on Altadena Drive . ", Do you know which direction it should be heading ? Do you know which direction it should be heading ? , You have to catch it going west . You have to catch it going west . , Which stop do I get off on ? Which stop do I get off on ? , You need to get off on the corner of Del Mar and Hill . You need to get off on the corner of Del Mar and Hill . , Thank you for telling me . Thank you for telling me . , It was my pleasure . Would you like me to type it for you ? ," Yes , please . That would be a great help . Are you sure you don ’ t mind ? " " Yes , please . That would be a great help . Are you sure you don ’ t mind ? ", Not at all . I ’ ll be glad to do it . Not at all . I ’ ll be glad to do it . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Shall I right out again first ? Shall I right out again first ? ," No , there ’ s no need . " " No , there ’ s no need . ", Can I print it ? Can I print it ? ," No , don ’ t bother . It ’ s all right as it is . " "I've heard that you've made a new strange friend recently , Sophie . "," Yes . He is an old man with a great sense of humour . Not only can he play the piano , he also draws pictures very well . " " Yes . He is an old man with a great sense of humour . Not only can he play the piano , he also draws pictures very well . ", So you can learn a lot from him . So you can learn a lot from him . ," Yeah , he has no children , so he sometimes feel s very lonely . I often go to his house to play and talk with him . That makes him feel very happy . " "Hi , Jack . Long time no see ! ", Yeah . How's everything going ? Yeah . How's everything going ? , Not bad . At least I am still alive . Not bad . At least I am still alive . , Just alive ? I guess you are some lucky guy . I heard you are going out with Jane . Just alive ? I guess you are some lucky guy . I heard you are going out with Jane . , Where did you get that idea ? Where did you get that idea ? ," Oh , come on . Jane is a very nice girl , someone you meet only once till lifetime . " " Oh , come on . Jane is a very nice girl , someone you meet only once till lifetime . "," You are right . I am not boasting , but she is really as beautiful as she is intelligent . " " You are right . I am not boasting , but she is really as beautiful as she is intelligent . "," Well , I really envy you for finding such a nice girl . " Sorry to trouble you . Can you tell me how to get to the City Bank ? , It's about two or there blocks away from here . It's about two or there blocks away from here . , How long will it take if I walk ? How long will it take if I walk ? , It'll take you about 15 minutes . "Hello , Jill . "," Tom , You're back , come in please.How are you ? " " Tom , You're back , come in please.How are you ? "," Fine , only a little tired . " " Fine , only a little tired . ", You'll recover after a good night's sleep . You'll recover after a good night's sleep . , Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence . Thank you very much for looking after my house in my absence . , That's all right.Would you have a cup of coffee ? That's all right.Would you have a cup of coffee ? ," Yes , Please.It ' s very kind of you . " " Yes , Please.It ' s very kind of you . ", Don't mention it . Don't mention it . , The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well.You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me . The rooms are very tidy and the flowers grew very well.You are very helpful . I want to thank you for everything you've done for me . , It's my pleasure . It's my pleasure . ," I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them . " " I bought you some books on literature , I don't know if you would like them . ", Thank you.Thank you for the trouble you've taken . Thank you.Thank you for the trouble you've taken . , Not at all . "Did you watch TV last night , Rose ? ", Yeah . I saw a science program . It was quite interesting . Yeah . I saw a science program . It was quite interesting . , What was it about ? What was it about ? , Mars . Scientists say there might be water on it . Mars . Scientists say there might be water on it . ," If so , we may live there someday . " " If so , we may live there someday . ", I hope so . Did you know the US successfully sent two robotic explorers to Mars last month ? I hope so . Did you know the US successfully sent two robotic explorers to Mars last month ? ," Sure . I heard about this on the TV . On January 3rd , 2004 , Explorer Spirit landed near the so-called Guser Crater . And three weeks later , Spirit's twin explorer , Opportunity , landed on Meridian Planum named by scientists . " " Sure . I heard about this on the TV . On January 3rd , 2004 , Explorer Spirit landed near the so-called Guser Crater . And three weeks later , Spirit's twin explorer , Opportunity , landed on Meridian Planum named by scientists . ", Yes . Both have sent back pictures of the planet . And the latter did a better job . May I have two tickets for Tiny Times ? , OK . What time ? OK . What time ? ," 2:30 , please . " " 2:30 , please . "," It's 60 yuan , please . " " It's 60 yuan , please . "," Sorry , we have student cards . We can get discounts with these , can't we ? " " Sorry , we have student cards . We can get discounts with these , can't we ? "," Sure . That'll be 40 yuan , please . " " Sure . That'll be 40 yuan , please . ", Here is 50 yuan . Can I bring you anything else ? ," No , thank you . Just the check . " " No , thank you . Just the check . ", Let me get this . Let me get this . ," No , it is my treat . " " No , it is my treat . ", Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Yes , I owed you for last time . " " Yes , I owed you for last time . "," All right . If you insist . Next time it is on me , though . " "Hello , thanks for calling 123 Tech Help , I ’ m Todd . How can I help you ? ", Hello ? Can you help me ? My computer ! Oh man ... Hello ? Can you help me ? My computer ! Oh man ... ," It ’ s okay sir , calm down . What happened ? " " It ’ s okay sir , calm down . What happened ? "," I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black ! " " I turned on my laptop and it broke ! I mean , the monitor went black ! "," Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus . " " Ok , sir , it sounds like you might have a virus . "," I don ’ t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ’ m fine . " " I don ’ t feel sick , ... let me check ... Nope ! No fever , I ’ m fine . "," No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ’ s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans . " " No , your computer might have a virus , I mean , it has a bad program on it . Maybe that ’ s why it crashed . I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans . "," Phew ! . . . Wait a minute , CRASH ? ? ! ! Spyware ? Trojans ! What ? where ? when ? ! " "I am sorry , but I cannot stay for the rest of class today . ", Why do you need to leave early ? Why do you need to leave early ? , I don ’ t feel so good . I don ’ t feel so good . , What doesn ’ t feel right ? What doesn ’ t feel right ? , I feel as if I am going to be sick to my stomach . I feel as if I am going to be sick to my stomach . , Perhaps you should get checked out at the Student Health Center before you go home . Perhaps you should get checked out at the Student Health Center before you go home . , I have some medicine at home that I could take . I have some medicine at home that I could take . ," Are you going to be OK to drive home , or would you like someone to go with you ? " " Are you going to be OK to drive home , or would you like someone to go with you ? "," Thank you , but my friend is in the library , and he can give me a ride home . " " Thank you , but my friend is in the library , and he can give me a ride home . ", We hope that you are feeling better soon . E-mail me if you have any questions . "Okay , next question . If Eric asked you out on a date , what would you say ? "," Duh ! I would say yes ! Eric is the most popular kid in school ! Okay , my turn . What would you do if you won the lottery ? " " Duh ! I would say yes ! Eric is the most popular kid in school ! Okay , my turn . What would you do if you won the lottery ? "," Let ’ s see ... If I won the lottery , I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world . " " Let ’ s see ... If I won the lottery , I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world . ", If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure ! If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure ! , My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that ! My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that ! , Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ? Alright this is a good one . What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married ? ," If I told her that , she would faint and have me committed ! " Anything else I can do for you ? ," I need ten 55 cents stamps and ten 32 cents stamps , please . " " I need ten 55 cents stamps and ten 32 cents stamps , please . "," OK , here you are.Anything else ? " " OK , here you are.Anything else ? "," Yes , I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application . They won't accept checks.How do I send the money ? " " Yes , I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application . They won't accept checks.How do I send the money ? ", You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration . You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration . , Then I need a money order for 250 dollars . Then I need a money order for 250 dollars . , Please fill out the form for the money order.You also need to pay a one dollar fee . Please fill out the form for the money order.You also need to pay a one dollar fee . , Thank youse much for all your help . Thank youse much for all your help . , You're welcome.Have a nice day . You're welcome.Have a nice day . ," You , too . " Would you mind helping us take a picture ? , My pleasure . How do you want me to do it ? My pleasure . How do you want me to do it ? , Just focus on us and press the button . Just focus on us and press the button . , Ready ? Say cheese . Good afternoon . Thank you for the opportunity to interview for this position . ," Hello , have a seat . I ’ m Bill Gotcha . I am assuming you found your way here with no trouble ? " " Hello , have a seat . I ’ m Bill Gotcha . I am assuming you found your way here with no trouble ? "," Actually , I am very familiar with the area so there was absolutely no problem . " " Actually , I am very familiar with the area so there was absolutely no problem . ", I am curious as to why you want to leave your current employer . I am curious as to why you want to leave your current employer . , I am interested in switching fields . I am interested in switching fields . , Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular . Do you feel that you are exceptionally good at anything in particular . , I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task . I am good at pulling together teams of people to accomplish a task . , What are you not good at ? What are you not good at ? , I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself . I am impatient with myself at times and am hard on myself . , We appreciate hearing that about you ! Can I see the doctor ? ," Yes , do you have an appointment ? " " Yes , do you have an appointment ? "," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", Well . The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment . Well . The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment . ," Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ... " " Well , I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and ... "," Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 . " " Oh , I see . Maybe we can fit you in at 3 . "," I ’ d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ... " " I ’ d prefer to see him asap . If I have to wait for another 30 mins , I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and ... "," Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next.You don't have insurance ? " " Oh , why didn't you say it's an emergency ? Here , fill out this form and take a seat . I'll send you in next.You don't have insurance ? "," No , not for this country . " " No , not for this country . ", How about traveler's insurance ? How about traveler's insurance ? ," No , I didn't think I ’ d need it . " " No , I didn't think I ’ d need it . "," Can you pay cash , then ? " " Can you pay cash , then ? "," Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain . " " Cash , credit card , cheque anything . I just have to see a doctor . I am in pain . "," All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job . " " All right , all right , relax . I am only trying to do my job . ", I know . I am sorry that I yelled at you . How is your appetite today ? , I'm rather hungry now . I'm rather hungry now . , What would you like to have ? What would you like to have ? , Please give me a piece of pie first . Please give me a piece of pie first . ," Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ? " " Which would you rather have , beef or chicken ? "," Beef , please . " " Beef , please . ", How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ? How about drinks ? Coffee or tea ? ," Coffee , please . " " Coffee , please . ", Do you want to take milk and sugar ? Do you want to take milk and sugar ? , Only black coffee . "I am looking for a blouse . Can you show me the way , please ? "," OK , what style do you want ? " " OK , what style do you want ? ", I have no idea . Could you recommend me one ? I have no idea . Could you recommend me one ? , What about this one ? It fits you . What about this one ? It fits you . ," Well , the style is quite good , but I think it's too showy . I would like to try on the lighter one . " You look kind of green . , I don ’ t feel so good . I am feeling sick to my stomach . I don ’ t feel so good . I am feeling sick to my stomach . , Have you had anything to eat lately ? Have you had anything to eat lately ? , I had fried shrimp and clams for lunch . I had fried shrimp and clams for lunch . , Perhaps the food was bad . Perhaps the food was bad . ," Perhaps , but I haven ’ t felt well for a few days now . " " Perhaps , but I haven ’ t felt well for a few days now . ", Has anything been upsetting you lately ? Has anything been upsetting you lately ? , My stress level is pretty much what is usually is . My stress level is pretty much what is usually is . , Do you think that maybe you are getting the flu ? Do you think that maybe you are getting the flu ? , It seems to me like I may have caught a bug . It's my wife's birthday . I need to buy some flowers for her . , Most women love red roses for their birthday . Most women love red roses for their birthday . , How much will the roses be ? How much will the roses be ? , You can get a dozen for only $ 20 . You can get a dozen for only $ 20 . ," Now , that's a price that I like . " " Now , that's a price that I like . ", You're in luck today because the roses are on sale . You're in luck today because the roses are on sale . ," Okay , I'll take the roses . " " Okay , I'll take the roses . ", Very good . Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses ? Very good . Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses ? ," No , the roses are good enough . " " No , the roses are good enough . "," Women love roses , so your wife will be very happy . " "Craig , what do you do for work ? ", I'm still a student . I'm still a student . , What school do you go to ? What school do you go to ? , Boston University . Boston University . , That's a good school . What do you study ? That's a good school . What do you study ? ," I'm studying English , math , and history . My major is English . " " I'm studying English , math , and history . My major is English . ", How long have you been studying English ? How long have you been studying English ? , More than six years . More than six years . , That's a long time . That's a long time . ," Yeah , I started to learn English when I was in high school . " " Yeah , I started to learn English when I was in high school . ", No wonder your English is so good . No wonder your English is so good . ," Actually , it's not that good . I can read but I can't speak very well . I haven't had a lot of chance to practice . " " Actually , it's not that good . I can read but I can't speak very well . I haven't had a lot of chance to practice . ", I see . Talking with other people is very important . I see . Talking with other people is very important . ," Yes , but I still don't have many friends here yet . " " Yes , but I still don't have many friends here yet . ", I'm having a party tonight at my apartment . You should come . I'm having a party tonight at my apartment . You should come . , Oh thanks for inviting me . I'd love to come . "Hello , how can I help you today ? ", I'd like to withdraw some money from my account . I'd like to withdraw some money from my account . , Please fill out this slip stating how much you wish to withdraw . Please fill out this slip stating how much you wish to withdraw . ," Well , actually , it's quite a substantial amount . Here's my Bank Book . Will that cause a problem ? " " Well , actually , it's quite a substantial amount . Here's my Bank Book . Will that cause a problem ? "," On your account there is no limit to over the counter withdrawals , it won't cause a problem . Here's your money , 10,000 RIB . Please count it before you leave . " " On your account there is no limit to over the counter withdrawals , it won't cause a problem . Here's your money , 10,000 RIB . Please count it before you leave . "," Yes , that seems to be all in order . Thanks very much . " "Hi Joe , how are you doing today ? "," Things are going good today . How have you been doing , Mary ? " " Things are going good today . How have you been doing , Mary ? "," Things are going well for me , Joe . " " Things are going well for me , Joe . ", Want to go see a movie tonight ? Want to go see a movie tonight ? , My parents are taking me to dinner tonight . My parents are taking me to dinner tonight . ," Could you go with me to the movies on Friday night , instead ? " " Could you go with me to the movies on Friday night , instead ? ", What movie did you want to see ? What movie did you want to see ? , There is a new horror flick about a rapist serial killer . There is a new horror flick about a rapist serial killer . , I was thinking that I would like to see “ The Secret Life of Bees . ” I was thinking that I would like to see “ The Secret Life of Bees . ” , Oh great ! Sounds like something I need to bring Kleenex to ! "Jenny , do you want to go to see a movie ? ", What's on tonight ? What's on tonight ? , I want to see ' Click . ' I want to see ' Click . ' , Who is in this movie ? Who is in this movie ? , I don't know . My friend told me it was a touching movie . Have you got any outdoor interests ? , Yes . My only recreation is skateboarding . Yes . My only recreation is skateboarding . ," Oh , I know it . It is included in extreme sports . I think it's too dangerous for me . " " Oh , I know it . It is included in extreme sports . I think it's too dangerous for me . "," Maybe . But it emphasizes participation and a spirit of courage , and can give one the extreme sense of cheerfulness and success . I'm getting to like the game more and more . " "Good afternoon , sir . Have you made a reservation ? ", I am afraid not . Are there any vacant tables ? I am afraid not . Are there any vacant tables ? , I don't think so . You have to wait for about 10 minutes . I don't think so . You have to wait for about 10 minutes . , That's all right . The language used in this multinational company is mainly about English ; do you think you can manage to handle that ? , Yes . I am sure I can . I was an English major in college . Yes . I am sure I can . I was an English major in college . , What about your second foreign language since you were an English major ? What about your second foreign language since you were an English major ? , Russian is my second foreign language and I excelled the rest of my class in Russian because my father is a Russian . What prompted you to apply to this company ? , It owns 10 factories and offers stocks to the public . It owns 10 factories and offers stocks to the public . , Why do I have to hire you ? Why do I have to hire you ? ," I have a proven track record in resolving problems , multitasking , and dealing with customers , as you can sec in my resume . I think it is enough . " Could you tell me the time ? , Pardon ? Pardon ? ," What time is it , please ? " " What time is it , please ? ", It's 9:30 . I've had enough of that ! ," Why , this is the most interesting film ! " " Why , this is the most interesting film ! ", I hate the hero.He ' s too cruel . I hate the hero.He ' s too cruel . , But it's only a film . Can we talk ? ," Sure , honey , we ’ re talking now , aren ’ t we ? " " Sure , honey , we ’ re talking now , aren ’ t we ? ", You know what I mean . You know what I mean . , Yeah . I know . Yeah . I know . , I want to know where this relationship is going . I ’ m in love with you and I need to know ... I want to know where this relationship is going . I ’ m in love with you and I need to know ... ," You know , I think you ’ re awesome . " " You know , I think you ’ re awesome . "," I ’ m awesome . Well , I guess that ’ s my answer , isn ’ t it . " " I ’ m awesome . Well , I guess that ’ s my answer , isn ’ t it . ", Honey ... Honey ... ," Look , if you don ’ t love me , it ’ s not a thing , alright , we ’ Ve had our laughs , but I don ’ t appreciate ... maybe it ’ s just time we ... " " Look , if you don ’ t love me , it ’ s not a thing , alright , we ’ Ve had our laughs , but I don ’ t appreciate ... maybe it ’ s just time we ... "," Baby , I love you so much . " " Baby , I love you so much . ", You do ? You do ? , I love you . And I think you ’ re awesome . I love you . And I think you ’ re awesome . ," Oh , I love you too ! " " Oh , I love you too ! ", Come on . Put the gun down . Come on . Put the gun down . ," Oh baby , I ’ m so sorry . " "Excuse me , can I deposit valuables here ? ", Surely of course . Surely of course . , Here is the bag . Is that free ? Here is the bag . Is that free ? , Yes . How long would you like us to keep it ? Yes . How long would you like us to keep it ? , For two days . Owl ! I've twisted my ankle . I slipped on that greasy patch over there . I don't think it's broken but it really hurts . , Sit down here - don't put any pressure on it . I'd better call the company doctor . Have you seen that house ? ," Yes , it looks interesting . " " Yes , it looks interesting . ", You're right . I love it very much . You're right . I love it very much . , It must be old . It must be old . , At least more than 100 years old . At least more than 100 years old . , Let's enter it ! Let's enter it ! , I can't open the door . I can't open the door . , It must be locked . It must be locked . , Let me ask the old woman in that reception office . Let me ask the old woman in that reception office . , She can't answer you . She can't answer you . , She must be deaf . She must be deaf . , It must be a haunted house.Are you frightened ? It must be a haunted house.Are you frightened ? , Frightened ? You must be joking . Are you ready to go to the mall ? , Yeah . Dig my new pants ? Yeah . Dig my new pants ? , Copycat ! Copycat ! , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," You went out and bought khakis , too ! " " You went out and bought khakis , too ! ", No . Mine are a soft brown . Yours are khaki . No . Mine are a soft brown . Yours are khaki . , Whatever . I hear you're going to Tainan to visit your uncle . , That's correct . That's correct . ," Well , say hello to him for me . " And we got a 50 thousand dollar ticket for construction workers peeing off the roof . , That ’ s great . Is the electrician here today ? That ’ s great . Is the electrician here today ? ," See , I just told you he hit a deer . Man , I knew you weren ’ t listening to me . " " See , I just told you he hit a deer . Man , I knew you weren ’ t listening to me . ", You ’ re right . I wasn ’ t . I hear nothing . You ’ re right . I wasn ’ t . I hear nothing . , Nothing ? Nothing ? ," Not a sound on the city streets , just the beat of my own heart , I think that ’ s how it goes , something like that . " " Not a sound on the city streets , just the beat of my own heart , I think that ’ s how it goes , something like that . "," You and Patricia got engaged , didn ’ t you ? You can tell me . " " You and Patricia got engaged , didn ’ t you ? You can tell me . ", Engaged ? Engaged ? , Come on . Come on . , Are you crazy ? Are you crazy ? , What ? I thought you liked Patricia . Can you skillfully operate the computer ? ," Yes , I can . I have three years experience in operating computers . " " Yes , I can . I have three years experience in operating computers . ", What kind of software can you use ? What kind of software can you use ? ," I can skillfully use Dos , Windows . " " I can skillfully use Dos , Windows . ", Do you have any certificates on computer ? Do you have any certificates on computer ? ," Yes , I have ACRE certificate , rank 2 . " " Yes , I have ACRE certificate , rank 2 . ", Any other certificates ? Any other certificates ? ," Yes , I have a Cambridge Business English Certificate and Lawyer ’ s Qualification Certificate . " " Yes , I have a Cambridge Business English Certificate and Lawyer ’ s Qualification Certificate . ", Do you have any other special skills ? Do you have any other special skills ? , I like photography very much . I used to be awarded second prize in a photography contest at our university . "What do you think of the Olympic motto ' Higher , faster and stronger ' ? "," Well , it's better than ' Friendship first , competition second ' . " " Well , it's better than ' Friendship first , competition second ' . "," Why ? In my opinion , it doesn't matter whether you won or not . The most important thing is participation . " " Why ? In my opinion , it doesn't matter whether you won or not . The most important thing is participation . ", I still think nobody plays for nothing . Can you offer the Five Insurances for me ? ," Yes , we have insurance against old age , medical problems , unemployment , work injury and childbirth . " " Yes , we have insurance against old age , medical problems , unemployment , work injury and childbirth . ", How are they get paid ? How are they get paid ? ," Insurance against old age , medical problems , unemployment will be paid by both the company and you , and the others by the company . " "Well , you seem to enjoy speaking English . ", You can't help learning when you're using it all day.You ' ll see . A few weeks ' study in the school will have a similar effect on you . You can't help learning when you're using it all day.You ' ll see . A few weeks ' study in the school will have a similar effect on you . ," I hope so.You see , at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent . I'm awfully worried , I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect . " " I hope so.You see , at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent . I'm awfully worried , I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect . "," Oh , she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class.She doesn't mind your making mistakes , though . " " Oh , she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class.She doesn't mind your making mistakes , though . "," You know , speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use . " I really like the way this house looks . ," Yes , it has great curb appeal . " " Yes , it has great curb appeal . ", The landscaping is wonderful ! The landscaping is wonderful ! ," Yes , it is nice , but wait until you see the interior . " " Yes , it is nice , but wait until you see the interior . "," Oh , I see what you mean ! " " Oh , I see what you mean ! "," The carpeting and paint are all new , as well as the window treatments . " " The carpeting and paint are all new , as well as the window treatments . ", I love the sage green carpeting with the sunset-colored walls . I love the sage green carpeting with the sunset-colored walls . , Come and see the kitchen . Come and see the kitchen . ," Oh , look at that beautiful countertop material and the double sink ! " " Oh , look at that beautiful countertop material and the double sink ! ", Let ’ s go check out the bedroom and bathroom . Let ’ s go check out the bedroom and bathroom . , I really like the Jacuzzi bathtub in the bathroom . I really like the Jacuzzi bathtub in the bathroom . , I am happy that you like the house . We should write down what we like so that we can remember it . Here we are . This is Wangfujing Street . , Thank you . How much is it ? Thank you . How much is it ? ," 25 yuan , please . " " 25 yuan , please . ", Here ’ s 30 yuan . Here ’ s 30 yuan . , Thank you . Here ’ s your change and receipt . "Oh , hi Pam . When did you get back from Canada ? How was it ? "," The day before yesterday . I only visited Montreal and Ottawa , but I had a great time . " " The day before yesterday . I only visited Montreal and Ottawa , but I had a great time . ", Which city did you like better ? Which city did you like better ? ," That's hard to say ... I think Ottawa is prettier.It has better sightseeing , too . A lot of museums and galleries . " " That's hard to say ... I think Ottawa is prettier.It has better sightseeing , too . A lot of museums and galleries . ", And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ? And what's Montreal like ? What did you think of it ? , Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping.The stores are cheaper and more interesting . Montreal is more exciting . It has better shopping.The stores are cheaper and more interesting . , Which one has better nightlife ? Which one has better nightlife ? ," Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs.They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada . " " Oh , Montreal of sure . It has more restaurants and clubs.They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada . "," Well , I've always wanted to see Vancouver . I've heard it has the most beautiful views . " Oh . I just wanted you to shut up . You were off-key anyway . Let me see that ! , OK ... just grab it right out of my hands ... OK ... just grab it right out of my hands ... , What a cool see-through blue ! How do you wear this thing ? What a cool see-through blue ! How do you wear this thing ? , That piece fits on to your ear . It hooks right on . And you just put the other one in your other ear . That piece fits on to your ear . It hooks right on . And you just put the other one in your other ear . , How do I turn it on ? What do you do now ? , I'm out of work at the moment . I'm out of work at the moment . , Why ? Why ? , I was fired last week . I was fired last week . , I'm sorry to hear that . I'm sorry to hear that . , It doesn't matter . It doesn't matter . , What's your plan now ? What's your plan now ? , After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job . After the tour I'll have a rest . And then go to find a new job . , Best wishes for you . Best wishes for you . , Thank you . "Waiter , show me the menu , please . "," Yes , here you are . Would you care to order now , Sir ? " " Yes , here you are . Would you care to order now , Sir ? ", I'll have the baked salmon . I'll have the baked salmon . , Any vegetable ? Any vegetable ? , I'd rather have broccoli . I'd rather have broccoli . , OK . Can I serve you anything else ? OK . Can I serve you anything else ? ," Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee . " " Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee . ", All right . "Excuse me , what's the charge for a picture ? ", $ 1 . You can get your photos instantly . $ 1 . You can get your photos instantly . , That's great . Give me the landscape of the Triumphal for the background . That's great . Give me the landscape of the Triumphal for the background . , No problem . Say ' cheese ' . That's good . Please wait a moment . "Hi , I am so glad to see you . ", Are you kidding me ? Why do you say so ? Are you kidding me ? Why do you say so ? ," You know , I'm about to graduate and I have to look for a job as soon as possible . But I haven ’ t the faintest idea of how to go about finding a job . " " You know , I'm about to graduate and I have to look for a job as soon as possible . But I haven ’ t the faintest idea of how to go about finding a job . ", OK . Let me see where to start . OK . Let me see where to start . ," I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ? " " I guess first I should prepare a resume , right ? "," Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume . " " Sure . You should include your name , address and phone number in your resume . ", Then what else should I put into my resume ? Then what else should I put into my resume ? ," Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ? " " Your job objectives , of course . In other words , what kind of job are you searching for ? "," I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ? " " I got it . Then I should mention my educating background and working experience , should I ? "," Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward . " " Yes . And don't forget to list them by date . Besides , you should begin with the most recent and then move backward . ", I see . Is that all there is to it ? I see . Is that all there is to it ? ," No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take . " " No , it's also necessary to list a few related interests that are in some way connected to the jobs you want to take . "," Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss . " " Oh , good point . You mean here I should show off my special skills and talents to impress the boss . ", You said it . At last you ’ d better attach a list of references to your resume . You said it . At last you ’ d better attach a list of references to your resume . , That's easy . That's easy . ," And one more thing , smile widely . " And lots of Dear Abby sob stories ... , Hey ! I learn a lot from the psychologists who give advice in those columns ! Hey ! I learn a lot from the psychologists who give advice in those columns ! , No wonder you're such a wacko ... No wonder you're such a wacko ... , Whatever ... Smell ! Perfume samples ! Whatever ... Smell ! Perfume samples ! ," Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ... " " Nice . Hey , I like the layout of this page ... "," You mean , you like the pictures of the beautiful models ... Hello ? " "I ’ ll need to meet with you before you go on vacation , Alex . I have a few things to clear up . ", I ’ ll be glad to . But my schedule is super tight this week . I think the only time I have free is at lunch on Wednesday . I ’ ll be glad to . But my schedule is super tight this week . I think the only time I have free is at lunch on Wednesday . , That ’ s fine . I can make that . That ’ s fine . I can make that . ," All right , then . I ’ ll see you at noon on Wednesday . " Come on.Plenty of room upstairs.Fares please ! , One to the beach . How much is it ? One to the beach . How much is it ? , One dollar ... I'm short of change this morning . One dollar ... I'm short of change this morning . , Sorry . I can wait a moment . Sorry . I can wait a moment . ," Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change . " " Good , here's your ticket and four dollars change . ", Thank you . "OK , so are you ready to learn how to bake a cake ? "," Almost , let me just put my apron on . " " Almost , let me just put my apron on . "," OK , so the first thing we are going to do is pre-heat the oven , that way we have it at the desired temperature once we finish preparing everything . Set it to three hundred and seventy five degrees Fahrenheit . " " OK , so the first thing we are going to do is pre-heat the oven , that way we have it at the desired temperature once we finish preparing everything . Set it to three hundred and seventy five degrees Fahrenheit . ", Got it . Got it . , No we are gonna make the batter . Take some butter and sugar and mix it lightly until you have a nice consistency . Then add some vanilla extract and eggs and continue mixing . No we are gonna make the batter . Take some butter and sugar and mix it lightly until you have a nice consistency . Then add some vanilla extract and eggs and continue mixing . , Do I have to use a whisk or can I use the electric mixer ? Do I have to use a whisk or can I use the electric mixer ? ," Go ahead and use the mixer , but put it on medium speed . I'm gonna sift the flour and baking powder separately and then we can mix it with milk and the rest of the ingredients . " " Go ahead and use the mixer , but put it on medium speed . I'm gonna sift the flour and baking powder separately and then we can mix it with milk and the rest of the ingredients . "," OK , so now we need a baking pan right ? " " OK , so now we need a baking pan right ? "," Yeah , but grease and flour it first so the cake won't stick to it when it bakes . " " Yeah , but grease and flour it first so the cake won't stick to it when it bakes . ", Done . So how long do we bake it for ? Done . So how long do we bake it for ? , We can leave it in there for about twenty five minutes . Then we let it cool for ten minutes before we remove the cake from the pan . We can leave it in there for about twenty five minutes . Then we let it cool for ten minutes before we remove the cake from the pan . , Wow ! This was a lot easier than I thought ! I am here to sign my escrow papers . ," I will tell you ahead of time , that there is a lot to sign here , but I will help you every step of the way . " " I will tell you ahead of time , that there is a lot to sign here , but I will help you every step of the way . ", Should I have brought anything with me ? Should I have brought anything with me ? ," Basically , what I need from you now is your driver ’ s license or some ID that shows your residency status . " " Basically , what I need from you now is your driver ’ s license or some ID that shows your residency status . ", Where do I start ? Where do I start ? ," We will be going through these papers one by one . I will be explaining them all to you , and you can ask questions as we go . " " We will be going through these papers one by one . I will be explaining them all to you , and you can ask questions as we go . ", Can I make a phone call to a friend if I have a question ? Can I make a phone call to a friend if I have a question ? , We do not want you to sign any documents that you do not understand . You may get assistance with any questions that you have . We do not want you to sign any documents that you do not understand . You may get assistance with any questions that you have . , Will the house be mine when we finish these documents ? Will the house be mine when we finish these documents ? ," This is the last thing you need to do , but it may take a while for the papers to be processed . " "Come on , darling.We haven't got much time . ", All right . I'm nearly ready.What time does the bus leave ? All right . I'm nearly ready.What time does the bus leave ? , Half past six ... and it's half past six already . Half past six ... and it's half past six already . ," Oh , we've got plenty of time . " " Oh , we've got plenty of time . ", We haven't . Hurry up ! We haven't . Hurry up ! , All right.Let ' s go . All right.Let ' s go . , And about time too . "Good afternoon , miss , can I help you ? "," Yes , I ’ d like to buy this dress , please . " " Yes , I ’ d like to buy this dress , please . ", It ’ s certainly a pretty dress . I can ring you up at the register over here . It ’ s certainly a pretty dress . I can ring you up at the register over here . , Great . Great . ," Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ? " " Will you be paying by cash , check , or credit card ? ", I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ? I want to use a credit card . Do you take Discover ? ," Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa . " " Sorry , no . We only take MasterCard or Visa . "," I ’ ll put it on my Visa card , then . " " I ’ ll put it on my Visa card , then . "," Very well , ma ’ am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ’ s rejected . " " Very well , ma ’ am . Oh , there seems to be a problem , it says it ’ s rejected . ", There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard . There must be something wrong with the system . Try my MasterCard . ," Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199.00 , sign here , please . " " Alright . Thank you . Yes , it seems to be working fine . Your total is $ 199.00 , sign here , please . ", Sure . Sure . ," Here you go , and here ’ s your receipt . Have a nice day . " " Here you go , and here ’ s your receipt . Have a nice day . "," Thanks . You have a good one , too . " Good day to you . How can I be of service today ? , Hello . I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account . Hello . I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account . ," I see . Well , this bank offers many different accounts of this nature . There are 7 to choose from " " I see . Well , this bank offers many different accounts of this nature . There are 7 to choose from ", Oh dear . I wanted AUD . Is that not possible ? Oh dear . I wanted AUD . Is that not possible ? ," Well , you could change your Australian dollars into , say British pounds and then open an account . How does that sound ? " " Well , you could change your Australian dollars into , say British pounds and then open an account . How does that sound ? ", Maybe I'll go for the US dollar account . Where do these flower vases come from ? , They are made a town nearby . The flower vases are made of porcelain and covered with tiny bamboo sticks . They are made a town nearby . The flower vases are made of porcelain and covered with tiny bamboo sticks . , Are they breakable ? Are they breakable ? ," No . They are not only ornamental , but also useful . " " No . They are not only ornamental , but also useful . ", No wonder it's so expensive . "Last week , we had a performance review on all the staff in our department in last quarter . Stevens , can you provide more information about the performance review ? "," Yes , sir . Most of us had positive review in last quarter . Take Fred and David for examples . Both of them try their best to achieve the best . Their progress is distinct , especially in last quarter . " " Yes , sir . Most of us had positive review in last quarter . Take Fred and David for examples . Both of them try their best to achieve the best . Their progress is distinct , especially in last quarter . "," They are popular in and out of our department . Fred is easygoing , while David is cautious in working . " " They are popular in and out of our department . Fred is easygoing , while David is cautious in working . ", All these say a lot for their characters . All these say a lot for their characters . ," So , I want to recommend them for a raise . Fred is promoted to be the assistant of manager in marketing department and David to be director of office . " Room service.What can I do for you ? , I have just checked in this afternoon . I am wondering what shall I do if I want to have some clothes washed . I have just checked in this afternoon . I am wondering what shall I do if I want to have some clothes washed . , There is a laundry form in your room ars well as a bag.Fill out the form and put them together with the laundry in the bag.The maid will come and pick it up . There is a laundry form in your room ars well as a bag.Fill out the form and put them together with the laundry in the bag.The maid will come and pick it up . , That's convenient.Thank you . "Excuse me , sir . Can I help you ? "," Yes , I'm looking for a book on Chinese history . " I haven't got enough for prosecuting him . , Why don't you find someone who is in the know . Why don't you find someone who is in the know . ," I'm just thinking about that , but the trouble is , I don't know who is well in the know . " " I'm just thinking about that , but the trouble is , I don't know who is well in the know . "," Did you ask his former sectary , Lora ? She knows a lot about him . " " Did you ask his former sectary , Lora ? She knows a lot about him . ", Thanks for reminding me . She's the right person to help me . "Bill , I have received the admission letter from Cambridge University ! ", Congratulations ! Congratulations ! , How about you ? Have you got any news from university ? How about you ? Have you got any news from university ? , No . But I am going to apply for some vocational schools . I like fashion design and want to study it . No . But I am going to apply for some vocational schools . I like fashion design and want to study it . , I am glad you can study something you really like ! How old are you ? , That's a secret . "Hello , stewardess . Could you bring me a blanket ? I feel so cold . "," Sure , anything else ? " " Sure , anything else ? ", I'd like a pillow as Well . I'd like a pillow as Well . , OK . Here you are . Do you think they two will get married ? , You can count on it . You can count on it . ," I think so.Yes , they get along so well . " " I think so.Yes , they get along so well . ", I like him.He ' s good for her . I like him.He ' s good for her . , You're right . He sure is . What are you waiting for ? Get on that bus quickly . , But where do I get a ticket ? But where do I get a ticket ? , On the bus . The driver collects the fares . You'll have to take your luggage on board . On the bus . The driver collects the fares . You'll have to take your luggage on board . ," Oh , I wish I didn ’ t have so much to carry . " "Hello . Could I speak to Justin , please ? ", Speaking . Speaking . ," Oh , hi Justin . This is Karen Hepburn.We met at Chris and Jim's party . " " Oh , hi Justin . This is Karen Hepburn.We met at Chris and Jim's party . ", Of course . How're you ? Of course . How're you ? ," Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club . " " Great . Uh , Justin , would you like to see Otis Lesley on Thursday night ? He's at the Kangaroo Club . "," I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday . " " I'm sorry , Karen , but I can't . I have to work late this Thursday . ", Oh ... that's too bad . Oh ... that's too bad . , Yeah . I really like Lesley . Yeah . I really like Lesley . ," Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well . " " Actually , are you doing anything on Friday or Saturday ? He's playing those two nights as well . "," Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ? " " Well , I can't make it on Friday either , but I'm free on Saturday night . What time does it start ? ", At eight sharp.How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ? At eight sharp.How about meeting in front of the club at about a quarter after seven ? , That sounds perfect.And let's go out for coffee after the show . That sounds perfect.And let's go out for coffee after the show . , Sure ! Sure ! ," See you at seven fifteen , Saturday . " "Mary , besides the resume , I think we should also write an application letter . "," I think so , but how should we write it ? " " I think so , but how should we write it ? "," I think we should begin the letter with a salutation , and the salutation must be very formal . " " I think we should begin the letter with a salutation , and the salutation must be very formal . "," Yes , it should be so . Then we should write the body and in the body we should mention the place where we saw the job advertisement . " " Yes , it should be so . Then we should write the body and in the body we should mention the place where we saw the job advertisement . "," We should say we are very interested in that job , and we hope to get that job . " " We should say we are very interested in that job , and we hope to get that job . ", We should write our skills and let the company know we are competent for the job . We should write our skills and let the company know we are competent for the job . ," For example , I have mastered Business English very well , and I also know a little Spanish . " " For example , I have mastered Business English very well , and I also know a little Spanish . "," Oh , you have recommended yourself very well . I should think about how to recommend myself as well . " " Oh , you have recommended yourself very well . I should think about how to recommend myself as well . "," You can say you have had a firm grasp of the professional knowledge , and you can communicate with others proficiently in English . " " You can say you have had a firm grasp of the professional knowledge , and you can communicate with others proficiently in English . "," Yes . At the end , we should conclude the letter with greetings . " " Yes . At the end , we should conclude the letter with greetings . ", Let's write it at once . Are you ready to order ? May I suggest a veal . ," No , I'll have the fish please . " " No , I'll have the fish please . ", The chicken is also nice . The chicken is also nice . ," No , I want the fish . " " No , I want the fish . ", Our special tonight is lobster . Our special tonight is lobster . ," Thank you , but I prefer the fish " " Thank you , but I prefer the fish ", Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb ," No , I like the fish . " " No , I like the fish . ", What ever you say ? Can I help you ? , Yes.Do you have football stockings here ? Yes.Do you have football stockings here ? , Yes.There are two colors . Yes.There are two colors . ," OK , I'll buy two pairs of each color.And do you have sports socks ? " " OK , I'll buy two pairs of each color.And do you have sports socks ? ", Yes . Yes . ," OK , give me two pairs in white . " " OK , give me two pairs in white . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? , No.That ' s all . "Good afternoon.Welcome to China.May I see your passport , customs and health declaration form ? "," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," Thank you.What ' s your occupation , Mr . Smith ? " " Thank you.What ' s your occupation , Mr . Smith ? ", I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation . I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation . ," You are here on business , aren't you ? " " You are here on business , aren't you ? "," Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks . " " Yes , I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks . ", I see.Do you have anything to declare ? I see.Do you have anything to declare ? ," Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare . " " Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare . ", Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in . Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in . , All right . Excuse me . Do you mind if I try this on ? , Not at all . The changing rooms are just this way . Not at all . The changing rooms are just this way . , Thanks . It's a little tight . Do you have any in a larger size ? Thanks . It's a little tight . Do you have any in a larger size ? ," Sure . I'll give you the next size up . That one is small , right ? " " Sure . I'll give you the next size up . That one is small , right ? "," Yes . Also , I'm not so sure about the color . " " Yes . Also , I'm not so sure about the color . ", Well.It doesn't go with your skirt . I think the color itself is fine though . Where would you like to have your dinner ? , I don't care as long as it's a Chinese restaurant . I don't care as long as it's a Chinese restaurant . , You don't like Western food ? You don't like Western food ? , I really find Chinese dishes more to my taste . Do you know where I can find old music boxes ? , You could try shopping at a flea market . You could try shopping at a flea market . , What's that ? I've never heard of such a thing . What's that ? I've never heard of such a thing . , A flea market is an outdoor place where people sell all kinds of used stuff . A flea market is an outdoor place where people sell all kinds of used stuff . ," OK , Where can I find one ? " " OK , Where can I find one ? "," Well , you can check the local paper or search ‘ flea market ' online . " Mr . Smith is really a thorough drag . , What is it ? What is it ? , He's endless talking about stocks almost bores me to death . He's endless talking about stocks almost bores me to death . , Don't you like to know anything about stocks ? Don't you like to know anything about stocks ? , I'm not at all keen on this subject . "Excuse me , could you tell me where I can get a shopping basket ? "," Yes , Madam . It is at the entrance . " " Yes , Madam . It is at the entrance . "," Well , I can't find the way to the entrance . Would you tell me where the entrance is ? " " Well , I can't find the way to the entrance . Would you tell me where the entrance is ? ", Okay . Follow me please . Okay . Follow me please . ," Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ? " " Thank you very much . By the way , where are the vegetables ? ", In aisle 3 . Come and sit down . Would you like a drink ? ," Oh , yes please ! I'd love a gin and tonic . " " Oh , yes please ! I'd love a gin and tonic . ", Do you like olives ? Or would you prefer crisps ? Do you like olives ? Or would you prefer crisps ? ," Oh , just olives please . What music is this ? " " Oh , just olives please . What music is this ? ", Do you like it ? It's Irish music . Do you like it ? It's Irish music . , It's great ! Where did you get the CD ? It's great ! Where did you get the CD ? , Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ? Arm - I think it was in the CD shop in the Mall . Have you been there ? ," Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ? " " Yes . I buy a lot of stuff from there . It's a good shop , isn't it ? "," Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ? " " Yes . Hey , I've got some photos of our holiday in Ireland . Would you like to see them ? ", Why not ? I'd love to ! Do you really have to work today ? , Yes . I'm afraid so . Yes . I'm afraid so . , But you'll miss out on the football game . But you'll miss out on the football game . ," Oh . Well , it can't be helped . " "you are dressed to kill . You look gorgeous , Alexander . ", thanks . This is my power suit . I have a dinner date tonight . thanks . This is my power suit . I have a dinner date tonight . , how did you meet each other ? how did you meet each other ? , she's a friend of Amy . We met at Amy's birthday party . she's a friend of Amy . We met at Amy's birthday party . , is this your first date ? is this your first date ? ," yes . I hope it pans out . Cross your fingers , Lily . " " yes . I hope it pans out . Cross your fingers , Lily . "," sure it will . Oh , no , it's seven fifteen already . I'm going to be late for my date . " " sure it will . Oh , no , it's seven fifteen already . I'm going to be late for my date . ", oh ... so you buried the hatchet with Steven ? oh ... so you buried the hatchet with Steven ? , absolutely not ! He's a cheater . I will never talk to him again . I'm over with him . He's history ! absolutely not ! He's a cheater . I will never talk to him again . I'm over with him . He's history ! , then who will you meet tonight ? then who will you meet tonight ? , a guy I met on the internet three month ago . a guy I met on the internet three month ago . , really ? Are you sure this is a good idea ? really ? Are you sure this is a good idea ? , please don't be so fussy ! I didn't just meet him yesterday . please don't be so fussy ! I didn't just meet him yesterday . ," I know , but remember to meet in a public place and don't give out your personal information . " "Jack , you should have known in general the situation of our company now . "," Yes , and I am very satisfied with it . " " Yes , and I am very satisfied with it . ", Do you have any other questions ? Do you have any other questions ? , Would you please tell me about fringe benefits of the company ? Would you please tell me about fringe benefits of the company ? ," OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period . " " OK , we will pay insurances for employees after the probationary period . ", What do they include ? What do they include ? ," Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance . " " Include endowment insurance , medical insurance , unemployment insurance , work-related injury insurance and maternity insurance . ", That sounds great . That sounds great . , Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds . Employees will also have housing payment reserve funds . ," The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund " " The fringe benefits in your company are excellent , and it's generous of you to offer five insurances and one fund ", Do you have other questions ? Do you have other questions ? , I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year . I want to know if the staff can get a vacation every year . ," The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling . " " The permanent staff can have a paid month-long vacation every year . Besides , they also get chances of free traveling . ", That's quite good . Thank you for telling me about those . "Please show me the menu , Miss . ", Of course . Here you are . Can I take your order now ? Of course . Here you are . Can I take your order now ? , Yes . I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles . Yes . I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles . , All right . Can I serve you anything else ? All right . Can I serve you anything else ? ," Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please . " " Yes , I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards . Make it hot , please . "," You've got it , sir . " Did you check the internet for next week's weather forecast ? , I sure did . You're in luck ! It's supposed to snow all week in the mountains ! I sure did . You're in luck ! It's supposed to snow all week in the mountains ! , Yes ! Somebody up there loves me ! I knew it wasn't too late for snow . Yes ! Somebody up there loves me ! I knew it wasn't too late for snow . ," It is kind of strange though , to have snow in April , and so much of it . " " It is kind of strange though , to have snow in April , and so much of it . "," There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ? " " There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time , don't you think ? "," When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever . " " When you put it that way , I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever . ", This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard . This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken . I can't wait to use my new hoard . , It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right . Can you believe her ? She is not even a hundred pounds and she is going off on how she wants to go on a diet . ," Tell me about it . If I was as small as her , I wouldn't think about going on a diet . " " Tell me about it . If I was as small as her , I wouldn't think about going on a diet . ", Me too . But what are we going to do ? I have been on 4 different diets and I can't seem to lose weight . Me too . But what are we going to do ? I have been on 4 different diets and I can't seem to lose weight . ," That's because you don't exercise . If you were more active , you wouldn't have a dieting problem . " " That's because you don't exercise . If you were more active , you wouldn't have a dieting problem . ", What do you know ? You are over weight too . What do you know ? You are over weight too . , I'm not on a diet though . I'm not on a diet though . ," I know . But I don't have someone to diet with . If we help each other and motivate each other , then I think we can lose some weight . " " I know . But I don't have someone to diet with . If we help each other and motivate each other , then I think we can lose some weight . ", I like ice cream too much though . I like ice cream too much though . , C'mon . You'll feel better and look better and as a reward you can eat a little bit of ice cream here and there . C'mon . You'll feel better and look better and as a reward you can eat a little bit of ice cream here and there . , It does sound appealing . It does sound appealing . , It's a great idea . I can't believe I didn't think of this earlier . Going on a diet with a friend to back you up is a great way to succeed . It's a great idea . I can't believe I didn't think of this earlier . Going on a diet with a friend to back you up is a great way to succeed . , Okay . I'm in . Let's do it . Okay . I'm in . Let's do it . , Great . I'll get our plan started right away . Great . I'll get our plan started right away . , Can we start tomorrow though ? "Julia , I apologize to you for what I have done . Please forgive me . "," I've already forgiven you . Actually , I also owe you an apology . I was so rude to you that day . " " I've already forgiven you . Actually , I also owe you an apology . I was so rude to you that day . ", It does ’ t matter . I know that people are easy to get mad when they're tired . It does ’ t matter . I know that people are easy to get mad when they're tired . , Thanks for your understanding . Thanks for your understanding . , You're welcome . Happy couples need mutual understanding . Marco has fallen off a ladder . I think he's hurt his back . What shall we do ? , We'd better not move him . I'll get the first-aider . You stink ! , I'll go take a shower . What in the world is that smell ? , The aroma of roasting coffee beans . The aroma of roasting coffee beans . , Smells like you're baking something . What are those ? Smells like you're baking something . What are those ? , Green beans . They pop and turn brown when you roast them . Green beans . They pop and turn brown when you roast them . , Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ? Cool ! But isn't that a hot air popcorn popper ? ," This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ... " " This machine roasts the beans just right . If you roast them too long , or the temperature is too hot ... ", The beans will burn . I know . I've tasted burnt coffee before ... yuck ! "Saying you want to kill yourself , you terrified me out of my wits . ", I was playing a joke on you . I was playing a joke on you . , That ’ s too much . That ’ s too much . ," Dear , forgive me . I won ’ t do that again . " Hey Sarah . Why are you limping ? , Oh . Hi Matt . I went snowboarding yesterday and my whole body aches . Oh . Hi Matt . I went snowboarding yesterday and my whole body aches . , Was it your first time ? Was it your first time ? , Yeah . And I never want to go again . Yeah . And I never want to go again . ," I remember the first time I went . My back was sore , I couldn't sit down because it hurt my butt , and my legs would cramp if I walked too fast . " " I remember the first time I went . My back was sore , I couldn't sit down because it hurt my butt , and my legs would cramp if I walked too fast . ", That's exactly how I feel now . That's exactly how I feel now . , It's only like that the first couple of times . It's only like that the first couple of times . , Ha . There won't be a next time . Ha . There won't be a next time . , You gotta give it a chance . It's fun after awhile . You gotta give it a chance . It's fun after awhile . ," I'll think about it after I start feeling better . Right now , I don't even want to hear the word snowboarding . " Welcome to Super Stereos . What can I do for you ? , I'd like to look at your stereo systems . Do you have anything on sale ? I'd like to look at your stereo systems . Do you have anything on sale ? ," Yes , this system over here is on sale for $ 1,000 . As you can see , all of the components are brand-name . " " Yes , this system over here is on sale for $ 1,000 . As you can see , all of the components are brand-name . "," But it doesn't have a turntable . I have a fair number of vinyl records , so I need something to play them on . " " But it doesn't have a turntable . I have a fair number of vinyl records , so I need something to play them on . "," Our selection of stereo systems with turntables is somewhat limited , but we do have this system over here . " How old is Keith ? , He's 21 . How old is James ? He's 21 . How old is James ? ," He's a year older than Keith , but he looks younger . " " He's a year older than Keith , but he looks younger . ", How's your father ? How's your father ? , He's fine . He retired last week . It's a turning point in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement . He's fine . He retired last week . It's a turning point in his life . Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement . , He can spend more time with his grandchildren . He can spend more time with his grandchildren . ," Oh , I don't think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world . " " Oh , I don't think he wants to . He wants to travel to several different countries around the world . "," So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea ! " " So , he wants to have a more active retirement . Good idea ! ", How do you want to spend your old age ? How do you want to spend your old age ? ," In the same way , probably . " "Name and examination number , please . "," My name is Han Ran , number is 050920 . " " My name is Han Ran , number is 050920 . ", What part of the country do you come from ? What part of the country do you come from ? ," I ’ m from Living , Yunnan Province . " " I ’ m from Living , Yunnan Province . ", Where is it ? Where is it ? , It's a very beautiful place in Southwest China . It's a very beautiful place in Southwest China . , Do you have a big family at your hometown ? Do you have a big family at your hometown ? ," Not very big . There are five of us — grandmother , father , mother , sister and I . " " Not very big . There are five of us — grandmother , father , mother , sister and I . ", Are you married ? Are you married ? , No . I'm still single . What happened ? , I don't know . I don't know . , Let's stop and have a look . Let's stop and have a look . , Don't waste time . Don't waste time . , I'm curious about that . I'm curious about that . , But it's none of our business . What do you think of the coming match ? , Winning is a piece of cake to me . Winning is a piece of cake to me . , You are bragging again . It's the latest and quite popular among young people . ," Yes , I know and I like it very much . I will take it . " " Yes , I know and I like it very much . I will take it . ", Sure . Here is your receipt . Sure . Here is your receipt . , How long is this cell phone guaranteed ? How long is this cell phone guaranteed ? , You can refund it in 7 days and exchange it in one year . "Good morning , is there anything I can do for you ? ", Can you enlarge the picture ? Can you enlarge the picture ? ," Yes , what size do you want ? " " Yes , what size do you want ? ", I want it enlarged to 5 inches . I want it enlarged to 5 inches . , No problem . Come and get your picture on Friday . Everything's gone wrong . ," I know , it's not as I had planned . " " I know , it's not as I had planned . ", What are we going to do now ? What are we going to do now ? ," I'll speak to Bob , he'll be able to help us . " What can I do for you ? , I would like to cancel one of my accounts . I would like to cancel one of my accounts . , Is there a problem with your account ? Is there a problem with your account ? , I only need one . I only need one . , What about all your money in that account ? What about all your money in that account ? , Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ? Could you please transfer that money to my remaining account ? , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , I appreciate it . I appreciate it . , Would you like to make a withdrawal ? Would you like to make a withdrawal ? , That ’ s all for today . That ’ s all for today . , I ’ ll just cancel your account right now . I ’ ll just cancel your account right now . , I greatly appreciate your help . "Hi , I ’ d like to have my phone turned on , please . "," At what address , sir ? " " At what address , sir ? ", 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City . 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City . , O . K . Your name please ? O . K . Your name please ? , John Smith . John Smith . ," One moment please . Very well , Mr . Smith . I need to ask you a few questions . " " One moment please . Very well , Mr . Smith . I need to ask you a few questions . ", Very well . Very well . ," The interview will take about 15 minutes , and your phone will be turned on in 24 hours . " " The interview will take about 15 minutes , and your phone will be turned on in 24 hours . "," Fifteen minutes ? I ’ m sorry , but I ’ ll have to call back . I need to get back to work . " " Fifteen minutes ? I ’ m sorry , but I ’ ll have to call back . I need to get back to work . ", O . K . Mr . Smith . Thanks for calling . "Steven , it's ten o'clock . I'm going to bed . I'm beat . ", Okay . I'm going to stay up a while . I've got to go over the household budget . We've sightly overspent this month . Okay . I'm going to stay up a while . I've got to go over the household budget . We've sightly overspent this month . ," Oh , can't you do it tomorrow ? It's already past 10 . " " Oh , can't you do it tomorrow ? It's already past 10 . "," But I'm not sleepy , darling . I want to finish it today . " " But I'm not sleepy , darling . I want to finish it today . ", Okay . Please close the door to the basement before you go to bed . I don't want the dog down there tonight . Okay . Please close the door to the basement before you go to bed . I don't want the dog down there tonight . , Okay . Good night . Have a good dream . Okay . Good night . Have a good dream . , Good night . My wife is in labor ! ," Here , Ma ’ am please get on the stretcher . " " Here , Ma ’ am please get on the stretcher . ", Is Doctor Hawkins here ? She ’ s our doctor . We called her from the car . Is Doctor Hawkins here ? She ’ s our doctor . We called her from the car . ," Calm down , sir . We ’ ll call her to make sure she ’ s on the way . " " Calm down , sir . We ’ ll call her to make sure she ’ s on the way . ", Thanks . Sorry . It just came as such a surprise . The baby isn ’ t due for another two weeks . Thanks . Sorry . It just came as such a surprise . The baby isn ’ t due for another two weeks . , How long has she been in labor ? How long has she been in labor ? , About fifteen minutes . About fifteen minutes . ," O . K . Are you planning on being in the delivery room , sir ? " " O . K . Are you planning on being in the delivery room , sir ? ", Yes . Yes . , Please follow the nurse . She ’ ll get you ready . "Hello , welcome to Credit Services . How can we help you ? ", I'm interested in applying for a credit card with you . I'm interested in applying for a credit card with you . , Are you an existing customer ? Are you an existing customer ? ," Yes , I've had a Current Account with a debit card with you for years . Now , I'm looking at upgrading to a credit card . " " Yes , I've had a Current Account with a debit card with you for years . Now , I'm looking at upgrading to a credit card . ", May I ask why you didn't think of applying for a credit card with us sooner ? Most young people jump at the chance . May I ask why you didn't think of applying for a credit card with us sooner ? Most young people jump at the chance . ," When I opened the account with you , I was a student , I graduated a couple of years ago and have a steady salary , so I figured now would be the best time to go ahead . " " When I opened the account with you , I was a student , I graduated a couple of years ago and have a steady salary , so I figured now would be the best time to go ahead . "," That's very sensible of you . We have many fresh graduates applying for credit cards , getting them and then going on a spending spree and being unable to meet the repayments . " " That's very sensible of you . We have many fresh graduates applying for credit cards , getting them and then going on a spending spree and being unable to meet the repayments . "," As you can see from the statements for my Current Account , I have never been overdrawn . I'm always very careful about that . " I've been thinking about getting my hair cut . , I thought you were going to let it grow out long . I thought you were going to let it grow out long . ," I said that , didn't I ? But I just don't know what to do with it . " " I said that , didn't I ? But I just don't know what to do with it . "," You're in one of those in-between stages , aren't you . " " You're in one of those in-between stages , aren't you . "," Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy . " " Yes , it's not short enough to be wash-and-go and not long enough to do anything fancy . ", Have you thought about wearing a hat ? Have you thought about wearing a hat ? , Everywhere I go ? Everywhere I go ? ," Well , it's one way to get through the in-betweens if you really want to grow it out ! " Would you mail a letter for me ? My hands are full . ," Oh , I am sorry . I ’ m afraid I can ’ t do it now . I have to meet my supervisor in a few seconds . But I could mail it after that . " " Oh , I am sorry . I ’ m afraid I can ’ t do it now . I have to meet my supervisor in a few seconds . But I could mail it after that . ", That ’ s fine . We ’ re going to drop in and see Jimmy tonight . Don ’ t forget it . That ’ s fine . We ’ re going to drop in and see Jimmy tonight . Don ’ t forget it . , I won ’ t . I won ’ t . , Thanks . See you . Thanks . See you . , Don ’ t mention it . See you . "How can I lose weight , doctor ? I seem to get fatter even when I just look at food ? "," Well , Jim . It is a combination of how much you eat , the type of food you eat , and when you eat your meals . " " Well , Jim . It is a combination of how much you eat , the type of food you eat , and when you eat your meals . ", I never eat breakfast though . I never eat breakfast though . ," That's a big mistake , you should always have a good breakfast . You will not run your car without fuel , and yet you won't expect your body to work without food . " " That's a big mistake , you should always have a good breakfast . You will not run your car without fuel , and yet you won't expect your body to work without food . ", I never thought about it that way . I never thought about it that way . ," I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat . " " I bet you eat a large evening meal , then sit and watch TV or read a book . Then instead of burning off your energy , your body stores it as fat . "," Oh doctor , I feel so foolish . " " Oh doctor , I feel so foolish . ", Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits . Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits . ," I know doctor , thank you so much . " "Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here . "," I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife . " " I'm glad too . Steven , I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife . "," I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ? " " I'm so surprised , B . Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly ? ", We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot . We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot . , I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together . I didn't know that . I thought that you were happy together . ," That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months . " " That isn't true . Actually , we have been separated for six months . "," I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split . " " I can't believe it . But if you both determine to divorce , I hope you will have an amicable split . "," Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice . " " Thank you , Steven . I accept your advice . "," Hello , Tom . I'm really glad to meet you here . " How time flies ! We have been in Beijing for almost 4 years . ," yes , I can still recall the days when we were all seniors at college . I asked you whether you would go back to your hometown or not . " " yes , I can still recall the days when we were all seniors at college . I asked you whether you would go back to your hometown or not . "," yeah , feels like yesterday . Now I ’ m almost settled down here . We ’ re planning to buy an apartment and tie the knot . " " yeah , feels like yesterday . Now I ’ m almost settled down here . We ’ re planning to buy an apartment and tie the knot . "," congratulations ! I hope when you hold the wedding ceremony , I ’ m still residing in Beijing . " " congratulations ! I hope when you hold the wedding ceremony , I ’ m still residing in Beijing . ", thank you . Is your company going to move to other cities ? thank you . Is your company going to move to other cities ? ," no , I ’ m planning to quit this job and go back to work in my hometown after the spring festival . " " no , I ’ m planning to quit this job and go back to work in my hometown after the spring festival . ", why is that ? why is that ? ," well , I still can ’ t adjust to the fast pace of city life . " " well , I still can ’ t adjust to the fast pace of city life . "," yeah , the hustle and bustle is really difficult to handle . " " yeah , the hustle and bustle is really difficult to handle . "," that ’ s right . I work extremely hard , and try my best to adapt to the lifestyle here , but I don ’ t feel any sense of belonging here . " " that ’ s right . I work extremely hard , and try my best to adapt to the lifestyle here , but I don ’ t feel any sense of belonging here . ", I understand your position . Perhaps it ’ s time to stop floating and go back to where you belong . You ’ ll feel much better with your family around . I understand your position . Perhaps it ’ s time to stop floating and go back to where you belong . You ’ ll feel much better with your family around . ," yeah , I think so . " "Would you consider an offer of $ 56,000 per year ? ", What kind of benefits are we talking about ? What kind of benefits are we talking about ? ," Our standard package includes health insurance , two weeks vacation and a company car . " " Our standard package includes health insurance , two weeks vacation and a company car . ", Are these things negotiable ? Are these things negotiable ? , Uh ... not normally . What do you have in mind ? Uh ... not normally . What do you have in mind ? , Vacation time is important to me . I would be willing to give up these other items in order to receive more vacation days . Vacation time is important to me . I would be willing to give up these other items in order to receive more vacation days . ," What an interesting idea , Ms . Wilson . Would you also be willing to accept a cut in initial salary ? " " What an interesting idea , Ms . Wilson . Would you also be willing to accept a cut in initial salary ? ", Possibly . What do you have in mind ? What seems to be the problem ? ," My stomach hurts , Doctor . " " My stomach hurts , Doctor . ", Has this been a problem before ? Has this been a problem before ? , Yes . Yes . , For how long ? For how long ? , I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks . I have had it on and off for the past three years . It's just gotten much worse these past two weeks . , Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ? Do you only feel this way when you stomach is empty ? ," After I've eaten , it goes away for a while . " " After I've eaten , it goes away for a while . ", Do you feel nauseous ? Do you feel nauseous ? ," Yes , occasionally . " " Yes , occasionally . ", Do you have regular bowel movements ? Do you have regular bowel movements ? , I think so . I think so . ," Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much . " " Let me take a look at your abdomen . Lie down on your back and bend your knees up . OK . relax ... Alright , it seems like you have a duodenal ulcer , but we'll have to run some tests before I can be certain . You should get a good rest first and try not to strain your stomach too much . ", Is it serious ? Is it serious ? ," Not too serious , but it'll take you some time to recover , so you'll need to be patient . " Are you aware of the reason why I pulled you over ? ," No , sir . " " No , sir . ", I pulled you over because your brake light is out . I pulled you over because your brake light is out . , I'm sorry . I did not know that . I'm sorry . I did not know that . , I have to write you a ticket . I have to write you a ticket . , Can't you give me a warning ? Can't you give me a warning ? , I'm not going to be able to do that . I'm not going to be able to do that . , How much will the fine be ? How much will the fine be ? , You'll find that out on your court date . You'll find that out on your court date . , I have to go to court over a brake light ? I have to go to court over a brake light ? , That's how it works . That's how it works . ," Can I have the ticket , please ? " "Earning extra income on the Internet is easier than you might think . After I started selling traditional craft items on the Internet last year , I have really been able to make bank doing something I love . ", Is that right ? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is not enough of a customer base yet . How can you be sure your idea will cash in ? Is that right ? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is not enough of a customer base yet . How can you be sure your idea will cash in ? ," To run a successful internet business , it requires a little research and relatively small investment . You've got to have a good idea of some kind of product that is in demand or would be popular . " " To run a successful internet business , it requires a little research and relatively small investment . You've got to have a good idea of some kind of product that is in demand or would be popular . ", That's marketing research ... But what about getting started once you have an idea ? That's marketing research ... But what about getting started once you have an idea ? ," After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with . " " After you have your great idea , then you can set up shop by registering a domain name , creating a website , an email address , and a hosting service . If you want to go all out on your website , you can put together shopping cart technology , but that can be pricey to start out with . ", Sounds like a lot of work ! Sounds like a lot of work ! , Anything worth doing takes work . Money doesn't grow on trees ... Most of us have to work for it . "Ann , stop bugging Jess and help me order something new . Lattes are so passe these days . ", Why don't you try an Americano ? Espresso with water . Why don't you try an Americano ? Espresso with water . , Sounds a little weak . Sounds a little weak . , Go with a hammerhead then-espresso mixed with drip coffee . Go with a hammerhead then-espresso mixed with drip coffee . ," Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head . " " Sounds better , but I hope it doesn't inspire me to take a hammer to the client's head . "," Don't worry , James . We'll get this case worked out in no time . " "We're on the same team here , Elvin . I'm being nice because we need to get along together . "," I know you , Zina . You're only nice when you want something . " " I know you , Zina . You're only nice when you want something . "," If we want to beat WebTracker , we're going to have to work hand in hand . " " If we want to beat WebTracker , we're going to have to work hand in hand . "," To be honest , I'm starting to wonder if it's worth it . " " To be honest , I'm starting to wonder if it's worth it . ", You'd rather lose to WebTracker than do things my way ? You'd rather lose to WebTracker than do things my way ? ," You said it , not me . " what sort of music do you like ? , I love just about anything by Prince . I love just about anything by Prince . ," so , you're into 80s music then ? " " so , you're into 80s music then ? "," well , I like all kinds of music , but he is one of my favorites . How about you ? " " well , I like all kinds of music , but he is one of my favorites . How about you ? ", I like alternative music . I like alternative music . , do you have a favorite band ? do you have a favorite band ? ," to be honest , no . I'm always in search of new music to listen to . " " to be honest , no . I'm always in search of new music to listen to . ", do you often go to concerts ? do you often go to concerts ? , I usually go to see a live band about twice a month . What about you ? I usually go to see a live band about twice a month . What about you ? , I love going to live gigs . Are there any good local bands playing around here that you'd recommend ? I love going to live gigs . Are there any good local bands playing around here that you'd recommend ? , there's an open mic night at the pub down the road every Thursday night where my favorite local band usually plays . You should come along next week with me . there's an open mic night at the pub down the road every Thursday night where my favorite local band usually plays . You should come along next week with me . ," I'd love to , but I have a night class on Thursdays . " " I'd love to , but I have a night class on Thursdays . ", that's too bad . Maybe another time . that's too bad . Maybe another time . , let me know if you hear about any good bands playing on the weekends . I have more free time then . let me know if you hear about any good bands playing on the weekends . I have more free time then . , I'll let you know . Did you want to watch some TV ? I'll let you know . Did you want to watch some TV ? ," sure , what's on ? " " sure , what's on ? ", there's a reality TV show about a group of people who are trying to lose weight . there's a reality TV show about a group of people who are trying to lose weight . , that sounds dreadful ! "Morning , Tom . "," Hi , Mary . " " Hi , Mary . ", You seem to be in a hurry . You seem to be in a hurry . , Yes . I ’ Ve got a meeting in a minute . Yes . I ’ Ve got a meeting in a minute . , Okay . I won ’ t hold you up then . Okay . I won ’ t hold you up then . , Right . I ’ ll see you later . Right . I ’ ll see you later . , See you later . "Peter , it's time to get up . "," Ten more minutes , mom . " " Ten more minutes , mom . ", What time is it now ? What time is it now ? , It's already 3 8 o'clock . It's already 3 8 o'clock . ," Well , honey , wake up , or you'll be late for school . " I want to get a bite to eat . , What are you thinking of getting ? What are you thinking of getting ? , I have no idea what I want . I have no idea what I want . ," You can get a burger , or some Chinese food . Or maybe you can get some Mexican food . " " You can get a burger , or some Chinese food . Or maybe you can get some Mexican food . ", I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food . I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food . , Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ? Where are you going to get your Chinese food from ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . ," When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express . " " When I want Chinese food , I go to Panda Express . ", Do they do a good job on the food ? Do they do a good job on the food ? , The food isn't bad there . The food isn't bad there . ," I think I will get my food from Panda Express , too . " Can I see your parents some time tomorrow ? ," Sorry , they are too busy these days . " " Sorry , they are too busy these days . ", How about this weekend ? How about this weekend ? ," Yes , I think so . " I'm going over to the gym . I want to do some running . , Why don't you run outside ? Why don't you run outside ? , Are you kidding ? Do you know how cold it is today ? Are you kidding ? Do you know how cold it is today ? ," Yeah , I suppose . I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather . " " Yeah , I suppose . I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather . "," No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs . " " No , it's not . Not at all . I'd probably freeze my lungs . ", Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too . Wait for me a minute . I'll go over to the gym too . , You ? You ? ," Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together . " " Yes , why not ? Just let me get my gym clothes together . ", I didn't know you could exercise . I didn't know you could exercise . , What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise ! What do you mean by that ? Everyone can exercise ! ," Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth . " " Yeah , I know . But you ? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth . "," No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school.And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym . " " No , not at all . I was on the swimming team in high school.And I'd like to do some weight training . They have decent equipment at that gym . ", You're going to lift weights ? Hah ! You're going to lift weights ? Hah ! , Are you laughing at me ? Are you laughing at me ? , I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights . I'm sorry . I just can't imagine you lifting weights . , Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low . Maybe not . But I want to start . I need to get in shape . I feel these past couple months that my energy is low . ," It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish.That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter . " " It's true . If a person doesn't exercise , they get sluggish.That ' s why I keep running . Even in the winter . ", So I need to do something too . So I need to do something too . , But lifting weights isn't the best thing.You should do some kind of aerobic exercise . But lifting weights isn't the best thing.You should do some kind of aerobic exercise . ," I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting.Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ? " " I know . But I want to start today with a little weight lifting.Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles , and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool . How does that sound ? ", It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ... It sounds like a good plan to me . I'm still ... I mean ... , What ? What ? , I'm still just surprised you really want to do it.It doesn't seem to go with your character . "Mr . Chen , I have a Marry from realty world on line one . ", I don't have time to talk to her now . I don't have time to talk to her now . ," OK , I'll take a message . " " OK , I'll take a message . ", Thank you . "This is Action 5 News reporter Sarah O ’ Connell reporting live from Washington , D . C . where a protest has broken out . Thousands of angry citizens are protesting against the proposed bailout of the auto manufacturing industry ! Sir , sir , Sarah O ’ Connell , Action 5 news . Can you tell us what ’ s happening ? "," Yeah , yeah , we ’ re here because we feel this is an injustice ! The financial irresponsibility of big business has to stop ! We ’ re there to show the government that we don ’ t like the way that they ’ re spending our tax dollars ! " " Yeah , yeah , we ’ re here because we feel this is an injustice ! The financial irresponsibility of big business has to stop ! We ’ re there to show the government that we don ’ t like the way that they ’ re spending our tax dollars ! ", Sir but what exactly is making everyone so angry ? Sir but what exactly is making everyone so angry ? ," It ’ s an absolute outrage , Sarah , the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers ’ money to the auto industry . These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt . " " It ’ s an absolute outrage , Sarah , the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers ’ money to the auto industry . These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt . "," I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans . " " I see . But , many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans . "," That maybe true , and I for one don ’ t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ’ re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ’ re asking for money ! That is just not right ! " " That maybe true , and I for one don ’ t want to see anyone lose their job , but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they ’ re making millions of dollars ? And then , they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets ! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars ! And they ’ re asking for money ! That is just not right ! "," Good point . This is Sarah O ’ Connell reporting live from Washington D . C . , back to you , Tom . " Did you pack this bag yourself ? Has it been out of your possession at any time before checking-in ? ," Yes , I packed it myself , and it hasn ’ t been out of my possession . " " Yes , I packed it myself , and it hasn ’ t been out of my possession . ", Are you bringing in any plants or animal products ? Are you bringing in any plants or animal products ? , No . No . , Our sniffer dog seems to disagree . Do you mind if we look in your suitcase ? Our sniffer dog seems to disagree . Do you mind if we look in your suitcase ? , Not at all . Go right ahead . Not at all . Go right ahead . , What ’ s this sir ? What ’ s this sir ? , It ’ s traditional Chinese Medicine . I mix it with hot water like tea . Sorry . I forgot about it . It ’ s traditional Chinese Medicine . I mix it with hot water like tea . Sorry . I forgot about it . , What are these red things sir ? What are these red things sir ? , Oh no ! I forgot about those too ! Those are Chinese sausages for my Aunt Lily . Oh no ! I forgot about those too ! Those are Chinese sausages for my Aunt Lily . ," I ’ m sorry sir , but you can ’ t take any of this into the country . We will also have to check your carry-on . Please step this way . Don ’ t ’ be nervous ; we ’ ll just look through it briefly and then " "Mom , when you come home , please buy a coat , a skirt , a sweater ... ", Enough is enough . I know . "Lucy , you ’ re back . How was your first day of school ? ", It was great . I had a really good time . It was great . I had a really good time . , What classes did you have ? What classes did you have ? ," Well , I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock , art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock , and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock . " " Well , I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock , art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock , and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock . ", What do you think about the teachers ? What do you think about the teachers ? ," To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ’ s so boring ! " " To be honest , I liked all of them , except for the math teacher . Though he must be quite young , he seem like an old person . He ’ s so boring ! ", That ’ s too bad . How was your English teacher ? That ’ s too bad . How was your English teacher ? ," She was great . In today ’ s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing . " " She was great . In today ’ s class , she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student . She told us not to arm for exams , and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing . ", Where is she from ? Where is she from ? , She said that she ’ s from a small town in the middle of America . She said that she ’ s from a small town in the middle of America . , Were you able to understand everything that she said ? Were you able to understand everything that she said ? ," Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ’ t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her . " " Not everything , but nearly . She speaks very clearly and doesn ’ t use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her . ", She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ’ ll pass her class ? She sounds like a good teacher . Do you think you ’ ll pass her class ? , Yes ... with flying colors ! Yes ... with flying colors ! , What does that mean ? What does that mean ? ," It ’ s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well ! " " It ’ s a new phrase that she taught us today . It means that I will not only pass the class , but I will do extremely well ! "," If you like the class this much already , I ’ m sure you will . " " If you like the class this much already , I ’ m sure you will . ", I hope so . I hope so . , did she give you any homework ? did she give you any homework ? ," not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework , " " not today . She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework , ", no wonder you like the class so much . "Thanks for offering to give me a lift . I ’ m looking forward to this party , but I didn ’ t want to go alone . "," Don ’ t mention it . It ’ s my pleasure . Have you been to one of these large , sit-down dinner parties since you got to New Haven ? " " Don ’ t mention it . It ’ s my pleasure . Have you been to one of these large , sit-down dinner parties since you got to New Haven ? "," No , this is my first.Last week I went to a cookout for new professors at Dean Barksdale ’ s home . I took a taxi because I didn ’ t want to be late.But I was the first one " " No , this is my first.Last week I went to a cookout for new professors at Dean Barksdale ’ s home . I took a taxi because I didn ’ t want to be late.But I was the first one ", Cookouts often start slowly . A two o ’ clock start means you arrive any time after two . Cookouts often start slowly . A two o ’ clock start means you arrive any time after two . , Thanks for telling me this . Thanks for telling me this . ," I was late getting back from the mall , but I ’ m hurrying . " " I was late getting back from the mall , but I ’ m hurrying . "," Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ’ s only seven-fifteen . I don ’ t want to be the first one there again . " " Why are you in such a hurry ? They said , Dinner at eight , and it ’ s only seven-fifteen . I don ’ t want to be the first one there again . ", Don ’ t worry . We won ’ t be the first . "so , how's your course going ? Do you like it ? "," i like my professors and the classes , but it's a lot of work . " " i like my professors and the classes , but it's a lot of work . ", what are you specializing in ? what are you specializing in ? ," right now , I'm doing some research into the languages of different African tribes . " " right now , I'm doing some research into the languages of different African tribes . ", that sounds really interesting . Can you speak Swahili ? that sounds really interesting . Can you speak Swahili ? ," yes , I learned how to speak it when I was little . " " yes , I learned how to speak it when I was little . ", really ? How did you do that ? really ? How did you do that ? ," well , I grew up in Africa , so I learned quite a few different languages . " " well , I grew up in Africa , so I learned quite a few different languages . ", that's amazing . Are you doing well in your classes ? that's amazing . Are you doing well in your classes ? , I don't know because I haven't received my test results yet . I don't know because I haven't received my test results yet . , when did you take your exams ? when did you take your exams ? , about two weeks ago . about two weeks ago . , how do you think you did ? how do you think you did ? ," I left feeling pretty confident about my score , but I heard that my professors are very strict graders , so I'm a bit nervous . " " I left feeling pretty confident about my score , but I heard that my professors are very strict graders , so I'm a bit nervous . ", I'm sure you'll do well . Did you study hard ? I'm sure you'll do well . Did you study hard ? , You know me ; I'm always studying ! You know me ; I'm always studying ! ," don't worry . If you don't do well , no one can ! " " don't worry . If you don't do well , no one can ! "," Thanks for the vote of confidence , Justin ! " Karen ? I need to go over a few things with you . , Certainly . Mr . Graham . When would you like to meet ? Certainly . Mr . Graham . When would you like to meet ? ," I was thinking about this afternoon , after the sales meeting . " " I was thinking about this afternoon , after the sales meeting . ", Fine . At 3:30 ? "I've run out of steam . To be honest , I want to be in a different environment . ", Is that so ? Is that so ? , Yes . I don't want to be stuck in a rut . I want to move on . Yes . I don't want to be stuck in a rut . I want to move on . , Have you decided ? Have you decided ? ," Yes , I want to get a better job . " " Yes , I want to get a better job . ", Could you tell me why you want to quit ? Could you tell me why you want to quit ? , I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues . I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues . ," Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out . " " Oh , that sounds terrible . Would you be happier with higher pay here ? I'm sure something can be worked out . ", I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay . I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay . ," OK . I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you.However , I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay . " How could you handle living in such a big family ? Does everyone get along ? , Sure . We love each other and take care of each other . Sure . We love each other and take care of each other . ," In such a big family , there must be a head . Who's the head of your family ? " " In such a big family , there must be a head . Who's the head of your family ? "," My grandpa . He has the final word about almost everything . My grandpa is “ President , ” and Grandma is “ Vice-President . ” My parents , uncles and aunts try to arrive at a consensus on important questions . " " My grandpa . He has the final word about almost everything . My grandpa is “ President , ” and Grandma is “ Vice-President . ” My parents , uncles and aunts try to arrive at a consensus on important questions . ", Is a family like yours common in South Korea ? Is a family like yours common in South Korea ? ," No . Not anymore.Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho " " No . Not anymore.Mine is highly educated but traditional family . Most South Korea families today are a lot smaller . In traditional families , the old people are well respected and taken good care of . Ho "," My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting " " My family setup is a bit different . In New York city , there're only three people , my mother , my stepfather and me . During this summertime , I fly out to California and live with my dad . Dad's getting ", Of course there'll be a room for you ! Of course there'll be a room for you ! ," To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids . " " To be blunt , maybe I won't be able to get along with his new wife or her kids . ", Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys . Yours is a modern family . I'm sure your dad loves you and would want you to stay for the summer . You just need to try your best to get along with your new stepmother and her boys . , But four boys ! But four boys ! ," It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes . " " It will be a new experience , and you might as well learn to adjust to changes . "," You are right , I guess.The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want . " " You are right , I guess.The world keeps changing , and so do families . But I like a small-sized or medium-sized family where everybody is equal to everybody else . That's what I want . "," It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ? " " It is good to have goals in life . If California doesn't work out , come and visit me in Korea , OK ? ", That's a great idea ! That's a great idea ! , We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like ! We could share a room ! It would be fun . And we could do some traveling around Korea . You could see for yourself what life in a big family is like ! , That sounds like an excellent offer . I might take you up on that . Thank you for the wonderful invitation . Are you going to take the job ? , I'll have to sleep on it . Do you see the woman ? Is she a teacher ? ," Yes , she is . " " Yes , she is . ", Does she teach Chinese ? Does she teach Chinese ? ," No , she is an English teacher . " " No , she is an English teacher . ", And who ’ s the man in the green beside her ? And who ’ s the man in the green beside her ? , You mean the man wearing jeans ? He ’ s her little brother . Do you like watching TV ? ," Yes I do , usually . " " Yes I do , usually . ", What do you exactly mean by usually ? What do you exactly mean by usually ? , I don't like spending time on commercials.There ' re too many commercials on TV . Have you ever climbed the mountain before ? , Never . But I have been looking forward to it for quite a long time . Never . But I have been looking forward to it for quite a long time . , Now your dream comes true . Do you know the altitude of the mountain ? Now your dream comes true . Do you know the altitude of the mountain ? , It's 2065 meters . Come on . Let us keep up the pace . Do you mind if I sit here ? ," Of course not , help yourself . " " Of course not , help yourself . ", What are you studying ? What are you studying ? , I have a test tomorrow . Hello . Can you tell me what the procedures of applying for a job are ? ," Yes , of course . There are many steps . You can apply for the job on the Internet and then send your resume to the e-mail address of the company . And wail the feedback of the company . " " Yes , of course . There are many steps . You can apply for the job on the Internet and then send your resume to the e-mail address of the company . And wail the feedback of the company . ", What is the qualification needed by the position ? What is the qualification needed by the position ? , You must have over 2 years'experience first . When should I come for work in the morning ? ," Generally speaking , you are supposed to come at 9:00 am . " " Generally speaking , you are supposed to come at 9:00 am . ", When does the job start in the afternoon ? When does the job start in the afternoon ? , You should start from 1:30 pm in the afternoon . I like the design of the coat . , But I like its color . But I like its color . ," Anyway , it's my ideal coat . I'll take it . " " Anyway , it's my ideal coat . I'll take it . "," I'll take one , too . " Welcome on board . May I see your boarding pass ? , Here you are . Here you are . ," Your seat is three , in the third row , near the window . " " Your seat is three , in the third row , near the window . ", Thank you . Where can I put my suitcase ? Thank you . Where can I put my suitcase ? , Either in the overhead compartment or underneath the seat . Either in the overhead compartment or underneath the seat . ," Everyone's attention , please . We are going to take off . Please fasten your belts . " Please come in ! , Hi . Steven . I just drop in and want to have a chat with you . Hi . Steven . I just drop in and want to have a chat with you . ," Oh , so nice of you to come here . Have a seat . Please make yourself at home . " " Oh , so nice of you to come here . Have a seat . Please make yourself at home . ", OK . ( Sit on the sofa ) Wow ! Your house was decorated so beautiful . OK . ( Sit on the sofa ) Wow ! Your house was decorated so beautiful . , Thank you . My wife would be very happy to hear this . Thank you . My wife would be very happy to hear this . , She must have done a lot of work on it . She must have done a lot of work on it . , You bet . Which sports are popular in your country ? , Most people like football . More boys like football than girls . A few girls play it really well . Some people like playing basketball . Most people like football . More boys like football than girls . A few girls play it really well . Some people like playing basketball . , Do many people like tennis ? Do many people like tennis ? ," More and more people like it now . fewer people play table tennis than before . Many people like swimming , because it is fun and keeps you fit . " " More and more people like it now . fewer people play table tennis than before . Many people like swimming , because it is fun and keeps you fit . "," In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them . " " In my country , many people enjoy golf , but it is too expensive for some people . A few people like extreme sports , but I think the vast majority of people are afraid to try them . "," Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf . " " Extreme sports are only for a small minority of people . Several people from my university enjoy them , but most of us just watch . No one I know plays golf . "," I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played . " " I know loads of people who play it regularly . There are plenty of golf courses around the country . In the past , only a tiny number of people played . ", A great deal of people follow rugby in my country . A great deal of people follow rugby in my country . , There are plenty of rugby fans in my country too . How does it fit ? , It fits fine . I ’ ll take it . How much is it ? It fits fine . I ’ ll take it . How much is it ? , The price is on the tag . How would you like to pay ? The price is on the tag . How would you like to pay ? , Do you take credit cards ? Do you take credit cards ? ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . ", Great . Here's my Visa Credit Card . Great . Here's my Visa Credit Card . , Here's your receipt . Thank you for shopping here and have a nice day . Here's your receipt . Thank you for shopping here and have a nice day . , Thank you . "We've been waiting here for nearly ten minutes now , and there still isn't a bus in sight . ", I'm afraid we'll be late for the party . I'm afraid we'll be late for the party . ," Have you got the time , Tom ? " " Have you got the time , Tom ? "," Yes , my watch says a quarter to seven . but there is something wrong with my watch ! " " Yes , my watch says a quarter to seven . but there is something wrong with my watch ! ", But you bought it only last month . But you bought it only last month . ," Yes , but ever since I bought it , it gains about five minutes a day , so I ' Ve got to have it repaired . " " Yes , but ever since I bought it , it gains about five minutes a day , so I ' Ve got to have it repaired . ", How long will it take us to get there ? How long will it take us to get there ? , I think about ten minutes by bus . I think about ten minutes by bus . ," It's not far away , then . Let's walk , it's beginning to rain . " " It's not far away , then . Let's walk , it's beginning to rain . ", Wait ! I think I see a bus coming now . Let's hope it's the No . 22 bus . I can't believe Mr . Fro didn't buy it . Who does that guy think he is anyway ? Bill Gates ? , He had a lot of nerve telling us our ads sucked . He had a lot of nerve telling us our ads sucked . ," Time to order . Balista , today I want a skinny triple latte . " " Time to order . Balista , today I want a skinny triple latte . ", When did you start worrying about your weight ? When did you start worrying about your weight ? , I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ? I'm not . I just don't feel like drinking whole milk today . Why ? Do you think I'm fat ? ," No , Jess , chill out ! " Both our countries are quite small . How would you describe the landscape in your country ? , My country is well know for being very flat . There are some hills in the southeast of the country . My country is well know for being very flat . There are some hills in the southeast of the country . , Is it really completely flat ? Is it really completely flat ? ," Pretty much . The land rises and falls only a few meters . The southeast , the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters . There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country . " " Pretty much . The land rises and falls only a few meters . The southeast , the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters . There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country . "," Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries . " " Yes , there are . They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries . ", The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches . The coast of your country is very varied . The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches . ," That doesn ’ t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs . " " That doesn ’ t sound too bad . Great for sunbathing ! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers . There are cliffs , then sandy beaches . Then rocks . There are lots of caves in the cliffs . "," There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes . " " There are many lakes and rivers in your country too . We also have many rivers , but only a few lakes . "," We also have waterfalls in the mountains . They make the landscapes look very scenic . The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion , especially by water . " "I ’ m really glad I got a chance to talk to you before you left , Mary . Have a safe trip ! ", Thanks . Try not to work too hard while I ’ m away ! Thanks . Try not to work too hard while I ’ m away ! ," Yeah , I ’ ll try not to ! See you after Christmas . " " Yeah , I ’ ll try not to ! See you after Christmas . ", Okay-bye ! Have a nice Christmas . "Excuse me , Sir , do you know what time it is ? "," Oh , it ’ s almost eleven twenty . " " Oh , it ’ s almost eleven twenty . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," You ’ re welcome . The rain is quite heavy , isn ’ t it ? " " You ’ re welcome . The rain is quite heavy , isn ’ t it ? ", Yeah . I was in a hurry and I forgot my umbrella today . Yeah . I was in a hurry and I forgot my umbrella today . , I have one . We could share it . Which way are you going ? I have one . We could share it . Which way are you going ? ," Oh , that ’ s very kind of you . I am going to the Garden Hotel . " " Oh , that ’ s very kind of you . I am going to the Garden Hotel . "," I am going there , too . We can walk together . " " I am going there , too . We can walk together . ", Sure . "Hey , let's eat out tonight . ", What's the occasion ? You won the lottery ? What's the occasion ? You won the lottery ? ," No . Just want to relax a little bit . You don't have to win the lottery to relax , do you ? " " No . Just want to relax a little bit . You don't have to win the lottery to relax , do you ? "," Well , I am kind of broke . " " Well , I am kind of broke . ", Come on . It's on me . Come on . It's on me . , Really ? It's very nice of you . Really ? It's very nice of you . , Don't be silly . I'll take you anywhere you wanna go . Don't be silly . I'll take you anywhere you wanna go . , Wonderful ! You know what ? I wish you wanted to relax everyday . Wonderful ! You know what ? I wish you wanted to relax everyday . , Dream on ! What kind of personality do you think you have ? ," I always approach things very enthusiastically . When I begin something , I don ’ t like to leave it half-done . I can ’ t concentrate on something new until the first thing is finished . " " I always approach things very enthusiastically . When I begin something , I don ’ t like to leave it half-done . I can ’ t concentrate on something new until the first thing is finished . ", What makes you angry ? What makes you angry ? , Dishonesty . It ’ s unacceptable . "This is my uncle , Charles . ", He looks strong.What does he do ? He looks strong.What does he do ? , He's a captain . He's a captain . , He must be very brave . He must be very brave . , Exactly ! Did you ever buy food from the snack stands near our hotel ? ," Yes , several times . " " Yes , several times . ", How do you like them ? How do you like them ? , Not bad . Not bad . , I always have the temptation to eat something there . I always have the temptation to eat something there . ," Then , why didn't you do that ? " " Then , why didn't you do that ? ", I don't know how much we can trust them . Do you have any ideas ? I don't know how much we can trust them . Do you have any ideas ? ," Some of them , I think , are not good . " " Some of them , I think , are not good . ", It doesn't taste good ? It doesn't taste good ? ," No , I mean some of them are not clean enough . " " No , I mean some of them are not clean enough . ", That's my greatest concern . But how can you tell which one is clean ? That's my greatest concern . But how can you tell which one is clean ? , I judge by appearances . I judge by appearances . , I got it . I think it's worth trying . I got it . I think it's worth trying . , It certainly is . It certainly is . ," I'd like to try some kebab , roasted squid , and many different appealing things . " " I'd like to try some kebab , roasted squid , and many different appealing things . "," Don't try everything at one time , please . " " Don't try everything at one time , please . ", I see . Thank you . Can I reserve a room from the 13th to the 18th ? , Certainly . How do you like your room ? Certainly . How do you like your room ? , I'd like a suite . What's the rate ? I'd like a suite . What's the rate ? , $ 40 per night . "John , it ’ s time to get up . ", It can ’ t be time to get up yet . It can ’ t be time to get up yet . , It is . Hurry up ! You ’ ll be late for school . It is . Hurry up ! You ’ ll be late for school . , What ’ s the time ? What ’ s the time ? , It ’ s nearly half past seven . It ’ s nearly half past seven . , My watch says ten past . My watch says ten past . , It ’ s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight . It ’ s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight . , Are you sure half past seven ? Are you sure half past seven ? , Positive . I ’ ll put the radio on . Positive . I ’ ll put the radio on . , It ’ s only seven o ’ clock . Your watch is fast . It ’ s only seven o ’ clock . Your watch is fast . ," No , it isn ’ t . It ’ s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night . " " No , it isn ’ t . It ’ s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night . ", I could have stayed in bed for another half hour . "Are you ready , honey ? "," Sorry , not yet ! can you help me to select the dress ? i don , t what i should wear to fit thinner party . " " Sorry , not yet ! can you help me to select the dress ? i don , t what i should wear to fit thinner party . ", Just dress formal . Just dress formal . , How about transom ? How about transom ? ," It is too loud , we ’ ll handle some official business first before the dinner . " " It is too loud , we ’ ll handle some official business first before the dinner . "," Oh , i nearly forget it . " " Oh , i nearly forget it . "," You can put on your white shoes , it fits every occasion . " "Gosh , another stop.It seems the cars ahead of us have to stop every two minutes , It's no quicker than a bus . "," That's true . During rush hours , taxis are just as quick as buses . " " That's true . During rush hours , taxis are just as quick as buses . ", It was silly of me to have taken a taxi . It was silly of me to have taken a taxi . ," At least , it can free you from the crowd . By the way , do you come from China ? " " At least , it can free you from the crowd . By the way , do you come from China ? "," No , from New Zealand , sir . I visited New Zealand and saw lots of overseas people there . " " No , from New Zealand , sir . I visited New Zealand and saw lots of overseas people there . "," Wow , like America . It receives a great number of visitors every year . " " Wow , like America . It receives a great number of visitors every year . "," The more the world becomes open , the more people become international ! " "Well , known , Jim , I'm ... I'm pretty much in favour of your computers , I think computers teach kids to think , because they require logical thoughts . ", But I ... I don't agree with thatbecause computers weaken kids'ability to thinkbecause kids don't learn basic skills . But I ... I don't agree with thatbecause computers weaken kids'ability to thinkbecause kids don't learn basic skills . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," They can't spell , they can't add , they can't subtract , they even don't remember any more . that's because they rely on gadgets . " " They can't spell , they can't add , they can't subtract , they even don't remember any more . that's because they rely on gadgets . ", That's not the gadgets . Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts . It engages their imagination and sharpen their mind . Those guys work at the same company and go to the same bars . They do everything together . , Birds of a feather flock together . I want to take a look at that home with the Open House flags out front . , What a wonderful neighborhood ! Can you find that house on our Open House list ? What a wonderful neighborhood ! Can you find that house on our Open House list ? ," Yes , that is one of the houses that we have on our list . " " Yes , that is one of the houses that we have on our list . ", They always make the front yards look so great for Open Houses . Let ’ s see what the inside looks like . They always make the front yards look so great for Open Houses . Let ’ s see what the inside looks like . , I am going to go sign my name in the registry to let the listing agent know that we were here . I am going to go sign my name in the registry to let the listing agent know that we were here . , Signing the registry is a good idea . I think I want to see the kitchen next . Signing the registry is a good idea . I think I want to see the kitchen next . , I really appreciate that the listing agent provided water on such a hot day . I really appreciate that the listing agent provided water on such a hot day . , I need to pick up a flyer with the information about the house on it . I need to pick up a flyer with the information about the house on it . , Is the current asking price listed on the flyer ? Is the current asking price listed on the flyer ? , The asking price has recently gone down to two hundred and twenty-five thousand dollars . "I want to change rooms . In fact , I want a refund for tonight ! "," If you tell me the exact problem , I can be more helpful . " " If you tell me the exact problem , I can be more helpful . ", Cockroaches have declared war on my room ! Cockroaches have declared war on my room ! ," Allow me to apologize . I'll give you another room right now , and a full refund for tonight . " " Allow me to apologize . I'll give you another room right now , and a full refund for tonight . ", Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence . Thank you for not asking me to collect the roaches in a jar as evidence . ," Sir , only your mother wants to please you more than we do . " "Hello , this is Sunshine Trading Company . Can I help you ? ", Yes . I want to apply for the accountant in your corporation and I think it is not beyond attainment . Yes . I want to apply for the accountant in your corporation and I think it is not beyond attainment . , Great . Could you tell me something about cash control ? Great . Could you tell me something about cash control ? ," Yes , of course . In accounting , cash means all items that are acceptable for depositing in a bank . " "Excuse me , would you mind taking a picture for us ? ", Of course not . Just tell me how to operate it . Of course not . Just tell me how to operate it . ," It's simple . Just press the button , like this . " " It's simple . Just press the button , like this . ", I know . Hold your position and say cheese . I know . Hold your position and say cheese . , Thank you . "Hey , Peter , have you had lunch yet ? ", No . How about you ? No . How about you ? , Not yet . Let's go to that restaurant on the corner . We're going dancing tonight . , Count me out . Has the train come yet ? ," No , I ‘ Ve been waiting for ages . " " No , I ‘ Ve been waiting for ages . ", It ’ s so unreliable . I ’ Ve been late for my meetings all this week . It ’ s so unreliable . I ’ Ve been late for my meetings all this week . ," Yes , me too . I think I ’ Ve lost some important clients recently because of this train ! " " Yes , me too . I think I ’ Ve lost some important clients recently because of this train ! "," Yes , my customers have started to complain too ! " " Yes , my customers have started to complain too ! ", Oh look ! Here it comes now ! Shogun Restaurant of Pasadena . ," Hi , could you help me ? I need to make a dinner reservation . " " Hi , could you help me ? I need to make a dinner reservation . ", I can help you if you can just tell me what evening you like the reservation for . I can help you if you can just tell me what evening you like the reservation for . , Tuesday night is when we need the reservation for . Tuesday night is when we need the reservation for . , What time do you think that you would like to have dinner ? What time do you think that you would like to have dinner ? , 7 7 , How many diners will be in your group ? How many diners will be in your group ? , We need a reservation for four . We need a reservation for four . , I have a table for four available at 7 I have a table for four available at 7 , My last name is Foster . Thank you for the reservation . My last name is Foster . Thank you for the reservation . ," Mr . Foster , we will be expecting you this Tuesday at 7 " " Mr . Foster , we will be expecting you this Tuesday at 7 ", We will be there ! Thanks for the help ! Do you know who ’ s just got married ? Old Mc Donald . ," Never ! He ’ s over 80 , isn ’ t he ? " " Never ! He ’ s over 80 , isn ’ t he ? ", He ’ s nearly 90 . He ’ s nearly 90 . , Good gracious ! Are you sure ? Good gracious ! Are you sure ? ," I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 . " " I am . Whatsmore , his wife is 84 . ", Is she really ? Is she really ? ," Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband . " " Yes , she is . And guess what , he is her sixth husband . "," Really ? Quite a woman , isn ’ t she ? " May I help you ? ," Yes , could you cash these travaler's check for me , please ? " " Yes , could you cash these travaler's check for me , please ? ", Sure.Please sign your name here ... and here . Sure.Please sign your name here ... and here . ," Ok , here you are . " " Ok , here you are . ", Thanks.How would you like them ? Thanks.How would you like them ? , It doesn't matter . Would you care to join for the picnic tomorrow ? ," Much to my regret , I'll have to meet my girlfriend at the airport then . " " Much to my regret , I'll have to meet my girlfriend at the airport then . "," We'd like to invite you for our dress party tomorrow evening , are you free ? " " We'd like to invite you for our dress party tomorrow evening , are you free ? "," Much as we'd like to , but we've booked up already for that time . " " Much as we'd like to , but we've booked up already for that time . ", What a pity ! You can't join us . What a pity ! You can't join us . ," So sorry . Next time we'll go , thanks anyway . " what's your opinion about childless couples ? Will you choose to have no kids ? ," to be honest , I wouldn't . " " to be honest , I wouldn't . ", why ? Do you have to make a choice now ? why ? Do you have to make a choice now ? , not really . But it has puzzled me for a long time . not really . But it has puzzled me for a long time . , what's the puzzle ? what's the puzzle ? ," my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids . " " my husband and I prefer to have no kids , but my mother-in-law is very traditional and wants grandkids . "," oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way . " " oh , I see . I think the older generation tend to think in a different way . ", yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night . yes . It seems she can never accept a childless marriage . We had a fight last night . ," oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren . " " oh , really ? Maybe she is just eager to see her grandchildren . ", but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not . but it's absolutely our own business to have a child or not . , definitely . definitely . ," you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness . " " you know , I often overhear our neighbor , the young couple , fighting about how to raise their kid and I really don't want kids to spoil our happiness . "," don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together . " " don't worry . I think in most cases , children are the glue that keeps a family together . ", I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child . I guess you're right . But I still prefer to have no child . , sure . You can fully enjoy your time together . How about going to the cinema tonight ? , That's great . What's on tonight ? That's great . What's on tonight ? ," I am not sure about the name of the film , but I know it's a romantic one . " " I am not sure about the name of the film , but I know it's a romantic one . ", Romantic ? I am afraid I like thrillers better . Romantic ? I am afraid I like thrillers better . , Don't you think it's too bloody ? Don't you think it's too bloody ? ," On the contrary , very exciting . " "Jack , let ’ s go ! "," Oh , you are out of breath ! What happened ? " " Oh , you are out of breath ! What happened ? ", Some people are wildly shooting on the next street . We must leave here as soon as possible ! Some people are wildly shooting on the next street . We must leave here as soon as possible ! , Take it easy . They will get caught . Can you vouch for me that I was with you yesterday ? , Why do I need to do that ? Why do I need to do that ? ," My character is in question . Someone was robbed at work and unless I have an alibi , I'm a suspect . " " My character is in question . Someone was robbed at work and unless I have an alibi , I'm a suspect . "," Oh , my goodness . Who do I need to talk to ? " " Oh , my goodness . Who do I need to talk to ? ", My employer . Can you come in to the office tomorrow ? My employer . Can you come in to the office tomorrow ? , Absolutely . I think I still have the boarding passes from our flight here somewhere . Absolutely . I think I still have the boarding passes from our flight here somewhere . , That would be the real proof . Didn't we have to show ID to get on the plane ? That would be the real proof . Didn't we have to show ID to get on the plane ? , Since 911 I think every airline requires that the passengers show ID to board . Do you have some questions ? ," Yes , I really want to know about the housing system in your company . " " Yes , I really want to know about the housing system in your company . "," If you join us , our company will provide you a single dormitory . If you make great achievements , our company will offer you a flat according to the related regulations . It all depends . " " If you join us , our company will provide you a single dormitory . If you make great achievements , our company will offer you a flat according to the related regulations . It all depends . "," I also want to know if there's a holiday at your company , for I must visit my parents every year . " " I also want to know if there's a holiday at your company , for I must visit my parents every year . "," Besides the official holidays , our company offers a ten days paid holiday every year , which makes it possible for you to visit your parents . Any other questions ? " " Besides the official holidays , our company offers a ten days paid holiday every year , which makes it possible for you to visit your parents . Any other questions ? "," No , thanks . " "Tell me about your brother and sister , Sue . "," Well , my sister is a lawyer . " " Well , my sister is a lawyer . ", Really ? Does she live here in Seattle ? Really ? Does she live here in Seattle ? ," Yes , she does . But she's working in Washington , D . C . , right now . Her job is top secret . " " Yes , she does . But she's working in Washington , D . C . , right now . Her job is top secret . ", Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ? Wow ! ! And what does your brother do ? , He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there . He's a painter . He's working in Argentina this month . He has an exhibition there . , What an interesting family ! How many candidates do you choose for the first round ? , I have chosen 15 candidates . The first round interview is tomorrow . I have chosen 15 candidates . The first round interview is tomorrow . , The first round ? The first round ? , Right . We'll choose the 4 best candidates and have them come back for a second interview . The top one of them will be the one we will hire . How are you going all these days ? ," Fine , thanks . " " Fine , thanks . ", But you look depressed . But you look depressed . , I have some problem with my work . I have some problem with my work . , Is it serious ? Is it serious ? ," I can solve it , thanks . " " I can solve it , thanks . ", How about your family ? How about your family ? ," Everything is Okay . And as soon as I see my son at home , all my worries vanish into the blue . " "We have one day to visit the big city , can you give us some advice ? "," Yes , you can take a limo , a tour bus or just walk . " " Yes , you can take a limo , a tour bus or just walk . ", I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking . How much does the limo cost ? I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking . How much does the limo cost ? , $ 50 a day . What's your expected salary ? , I expect to be paid according to my abilities . I expect to be paid according to my abilities . ," How do you feel about an annual salary of 100,000 Yuan plus bonus . " " How do you feel about an annual salary of 100,000 Yuan plus bonus . "," That's a little less than I expected . But to me , the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with . Moreover , I am sure I will get a raise quickly depending on my background and experience . " " That's a little less than I expected . But to me , the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with . Moreover , I am sure I will get a raise quickly depending on my background and experience . ", That sounds very reasonable . That sounds very reasonable . ," By the way , how long is my probation ? " " By the way , how long is my probation ? ", Generally it is 6 months and during this period you are half-paid . why are there still so many people overweight despite the current fitness craze ? ," well , there are certain factors that effect people's size and weight . " " well , there are certain factors that effect people's size and weight . ", what are they ? what are they ? , one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families . one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families . , why ? why ? ," the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis . " " the survey said that the low , income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis . ", that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper . that makes sense . Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper . , and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat . and junk food contains lots of fat and oil . There is one final reason why so many people are fat . , what's that ? what's that ? , nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day ! nobody exercises anymore-not even kids ! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day ! ," wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising . " " wow ! No wonder people are so fat . Say , Carl , looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising . "," yeah , I guess so . " " yeah , I guess so . ", you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise . you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise . ," hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds . " " hey , I started a diet and lost 10 pounds . ", so what happened ? so what happened ? ," well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds . " " well , I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds . ", you should have kept trying . "Will you bring our bill , please ? "," Yes , certainly . I'll be back in a minute . Here you are " " Yes , certainly . I'll be back in a minute . Here you are "," Thanks.Let me see . I think there's a mistake on the bill here.Would you mind checking , please ? " " Thanks.Let me see . I think there's a mistake on the bill here.Would you mind checking , please ? "," Of course , not.Let me check.Oh , you seem bo be correct . " " Of course , not.Let me check.Oh , you seem bo be correct . ", How about tax and service charge ? How about tax and service charge ? , Only ten percent tax is included in the bill . Only ten percent tax is included in the bill . ," Then one hundred U . S . dollars covers everything , doesn't it ? " " Then one hundred U . S . dollars covers everything , doesn't it ? ", It sure does . What do you base our grades on ? ," All of your coursework is important , including everything from attendance and homework to all of your test results for the semester . " " All of your coursework is important , including everything from attendance and homework to all of your test results for the semester . ", Does the final count the most ? Does the final count the most ? , All of it is important ; please just do your best at all times . All of it is important ; please just do your best at all times . , How do you total our scores ? How do you total our scores ? ," The final and mid-term are twenty percent each ; homework , attendance , and quizzes are the rest . " " The final and mid-term are twenty percent each ; homework , attendance , and quizzes are the rest . ", What if we are out sick ? What if we are out sick ? , Make sure you contact me as I only allow one unexcused absence . Make sure you contact me as I only allow one unexcused absence . , How can we know if we are doing OK during the year ? How can we know if we are doing OK during the year ? , Your grade will not be a surprise ; you will know what you need to work on . Excuse me.Where do I register ? ," Oh , over there in Pacific Pavilion . " " Oh , over there in Pacific Pavilion . "," Is that the large , white building ? " " Is that the large , white building ? "," Yeah , that's it . " " Yeah , that's it . ", Thanks . "Mike , you're seventeen years old , right ? "," Yeah , Why ? " " Yeah , Why ? ", You look quite mature beside your cousin who is eighteen . You look quite mature beside your cousin who is eighteen . , You can bet on that . Do you like reading magazines ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", Why ? Why ? , Because I think it's boring Because I think it's boring ," No , you can learn a lot from them . " " No , you can learn a lot from them . ", Learn a lot ? Really ? Learn a lot ? Really ? , Absolutely . And it's a good way to kill time during the tour . Absolutely . And it's a good way to kill time during the tour . , Do you have magazines now ? Do you have magazines now ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Can you lend me one ? Can you lend me one ? , Sure . Here you are . Here . Keep the change . ," Oh , thank you very much . " " Oh , thank you very much . "," You're welcome . By the way , is there a pay phone near here ? " " You're welcome . By the way , is there a pay phone near here ? "," Yes , there's one just on the other side of this building . Do you have any small change ? " " Yes , there's one just on the other side of this building . Do you have any small change ? "," Yes , I do . Thank you . " I'd like to reserve two seats for tomorrow night . , Would you like orchestra seats ? Would you like orchestra seats ? , Isn't there anything less expensive ? Isn't there anything less expensive ? , Not unless you want the matinee . What would you like to drink ? Tea or coffee ? ," Coffee , please . " " Coffee , please . "," So , you also like Coffee ? " " So , you also like Coffee ? "," Yes , of course . I can't go through a day without coffee in the morning . " " Yes , of course . I can't go through a day without coffee in the morning . "," Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy . " " Me too , but I think we shouldn't drink too much of it , as it's not very healthy . "," I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver . " " I totally disagree . The other day I read in a book that a number of recent studies suggest that it can be a highly beneficial drink . Researchers have found strong evidence that coffee reduces the risk of several serious aimed 3 ' including diabetes , heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver . "," But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction " " But I also heard that coffee and its caffeine content , serve as a drug on the human body that negatively affects the central nervous system , as well as other organs , and leads to addiction "," I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory . " " I don't think so . Coffee helps me wake up , keep alert , and improve my short term memory . "," Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine ! " " Well , I adjust going to have to disagree with you . A healthy body wakes up without caffeine ! ", Maybe you are right to some extent . Maybe you are right to some extent . , You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel . You may try to have some alternatives and see how you feel . , Maybe I could have a try . Could you copy this document for me ? , It's my pleasure . How many copies would you want ? It's my pleasure . How many copies would you want ? ," A hundred and fifty . No , wait , make that a hundred and sixty . " " A hundred and fifty . No , wait , make that a hundred and sixty . "," Yes , sir . Will there be anything else ? " " Yes , sir . Will there be anything else ? "," No , thank you . That will be all for now . " " No , thank you . That will be all for now . ", Your document will be ready in about ten minutes . "Last month , we only had 40 hits on our site . Our products and prices are good , but the problem is that no one knows about our website . "," If we want to get this internet business off the ground , we've got to do something fast . " " If we want to get this internet business off the ground , we've got to do something fast . "," We need to maximize the chances that our site will be at the top of search engine lists , but I'm not sure how to do it . " " We need to maximize the chances that our site will be at the top of search engine lists , but I'm not sure how to do it . "," We've got to put more buzz words into the page text , so it will pop up when people search about our kind of products . " " We've got to put more buzz words into the page text , so it will pop up when people search about our kind of products . "," Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ? " " Yeah , you're right . We've got to get the most popular phrases there ... How else can we boost site traffic ? "," I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out . " " I think one of the least costly ways to attract business is to ask some of our neighboring sites to offer links to our page inside of theirs . If they have related services , they may be willing to help us out . ", I guess we could also put out a few advertisements for our website inside of the search engine . I would like to find the most effective way to let people know about our site and our products . My friend Emily recently lost 18 pounds . ," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? ", The point is that she has been persuading me to lose weight too . The point is that she has been persuading me to lose weight too . ," Well , it's a good thing for you . " " Well , it's a good thing for you . "," Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has . " " Good ? Yes , it's good for her but not for me . You see , she tells me that I'll feel better about myself if I slim down . She keeps giving me newspaper clippings about the latest miracle diet and insists that I join a health club , as she has . ", So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ? So you don't think you are fat and need to lose weight ? , I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food . I just can't bear it that Emily made me feel like a baby who always pigs out on junk food . , junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat . junk food is not good for your health . Too much of it will make you fat . ," But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous . " " But junk food is so easy . It requires no silverware or plates , no rigid mealtimes , no pleases and thank yous . "," Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it . " " Ok , but junk food has many disadvantages . As junk food contains high amount of oil and fat , you'll feel sleepy , but not be able to concentrate when you have a lot of it . "," Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring . " " Yes , but life without chips , ice cream and coca cola is boring . ", Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit . Let me see . You could exercise more to keep fit . ," Well , that sounds better than giving it up . " We'd like to invite you over for dinner this Friday evening . Can you come ? , This Friday evening ? This Friday evening ? , Yes . We hope you'll be able to join us . Yes . We hope you'll be able to join us . , Thank you for the invitation . I'll be very happy to go . Thank you for the invitation . I'll be very happy to go . , Good ! Good ! , What time should I arrive ? What time should I arrive ? , How about 6:00 ? How about 6:00 ? , Fine . See you then . Did you hear how cold it got last night ? , I heard the radio announcer say it was 18 degrees below zero . I heard the radio announcer say it was 18 degrees below zero . , It was so cold this morning . I could hardly start my car . It was so cold this morning . I could hardly start my car . , My car didn't want to start either at first . My car didn't want to start either at first . , Don't you have a garage ? Don't you have a garage ? , Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot . Not in the new apartment . We have to leave the car in the parking lot . , How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero . How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then ? You must have to keep it well below zero . , I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero . I do . Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero . , Does it ever get that cold on here ? Does it ever get that cold on here ? , Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below . Not really . It sometimes gets to 20 below . ," Speaking of cold , how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up . " Is it your first time to join the sports meeting of Junior High School ? ," Yes , and it's great . What are the events at the sports meeting ? " " Yes , and it's great . What are the events at the sports meeting ? "," Long-distance race , dash , hurdle race , relay race , standing long jump , high jump , shotput and so on . " " Long-distance race , dash , hurdle race , relay race , standing long jump , high jump , shotput and so on . "," Our neighbor , Bruce , will take part in the relay race . Let's go have a look . " " Our neighbor , Bruce , will take part in the relay race . Let's go have a look . "," OK , let's go . " " OK , let's go . "," The competition will begin in 5 minutes , it's tense here . " " The competition will begin in 5 minutes , it's tense here . "," Wonderful , Bruce is taking the lead . " " Wonderful , Bruce is taking the lead . ", Other competitors have almost caught up with him . They are neck and neck . Other competitors have almost caught up with him . They are neck and neck . ," Come on , Bruce . Come on , Bruce . " " Come on , Bruce . Come on , Bruce . "," Wow , Bruce crossed the line first . " Hello ? ," Hi , Mr . Smith . This is Mary . Is Jenny there ? " " Hi , Mr . Smith . This is Mary . Is Jenny there ? "," No , I ’ m afraid not , Mary . May I take a message for her ? " " No , I ’ m afraid not , Mary . May I take a message for her ? "," Yes , please tell her that band practice has been moved to Tuesday night at eight thirty . " " Yes , please tell her that band practice has been moved to Tuesday night at eight thirty . ", O . K . No problem . Anything else ? O . K . No problem . Anything else ? ," No , but if she has any questions , she can call me at 555-2345 . " " No , but if she has any questions , she can call me at 555-2345 . "," All right , I ’ ll leave her the message , Mary . Thanks for calling . " " All right , I ’ ll leave her the message , Mary . Thanks for calling . ", Thank you . Bye . Thank you . Bye . , Goodbye . Excuse me ! Does this bus go to the railway station ? ," No , You're got on the wrong bus . You can take a No . 22 bus at the University station and then transfer to a No . 83 bus at the railway station . " " No , You're got on the wrong bus . You can take a No . 22 bus at the University station and then transfer to a No . 83 bus at the railway station . ", OK ! Thank you very much ! "Nancy , please turn the TV down . "," Come on , John . This is my favorite show . " " Come on , John . This is my favorite show . ", I don't care . I have a headache . Hello . Can I help you ? , Yes . I ’ m here to apply for the job of director that your company posted yesterday . Is it still available ? Yes . I ’ m here to apply for the job of director that your company posted yesterday . Is it still available ? , Yes . We ’ ll close this position posting at the end of this month . Yes . We ’ ll close this position posting at the end of this month . , Great . Where can I get an application form ? Great . Where can I get an application form ? ," Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there . " " Go to the Human Resource Office , please . You can get it there . ", Where is the Human Resource Office ? Where is the Human Resource Office ? ," It ’ s on the first floor , Room 120 . " " It ’ s on the first floor , Room 120 . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Good luck . Good luck . , I need it . Thank you . "Well , good morning , Tom . I haven't seen you for a long time . ", I'd been feeling pretty well until just a few days ago . I'd been feeling pretty well until just a few days ago . , What seems to be the trouble now ? What seems to be the trouble now ? ," I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as usually do . " " I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as usually do . "," Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know . " " Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know . "," Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch . " " Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch . ", And what about dinner ? And what about dinner ? , Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all . Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all . , That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ? That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ? , I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first . "Hello , Nancy , nice to see you . "," Nice to see you , too . I heard you are a staff of Nokia company . " " Nice to see you , too . I heard you are a staff of Nokia company . "," Yes , I ’ m satisfied with this job . " " Yes , I ’ m satisfied with this job . ", Congratulations . What did you do during the interview ? Congratulations . What did you do during the interview ? ," Pay more attention to the external expressions , because they are important for the first impression . Good manner and style of conversation can let other feel your good self-cultivation . Good gestures and mien can let other feel very comfortable . " " Pay more attention to the external expressions , because they are important for the first impression . Good manner and style of conversation can let other feel your good self-cultivation . Good gestures and mien can let other feel very comfortable . ", How can I have the good external expressions ? How can I have the good external expressions ? ," Don ’ t worry about that . You just pay more attention to the details of people ’ s action in life , and you will know how to transfer information by their body language . " Where are you going this weekend ? , I ’ m going to Hainan . I ’ m going to Hainan . , Oh really ? It ’ ll be nice and warm there . Have you been there before ? Oh really ? It ’ ll be nice and warm there . Have you been there before ? ," Yes , actually it ’ s my second visit . I was there last October . " " Yes , actually it ’ s my second visit . I was there last October . ", I see . What ’ s it like there ? I see . What ’ s it like there ? ," Well , the life style is much more relaxed than here in the city . And the seafood is tastier ! " " Well , the life style is much more relaxed than here in the city . And the seafood is tastier ! "," Well , have a great time ! " I'd like to meet you again sometime . ," That would be great . Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime . " " That would be great . Actually , can I get your phone number , Ella ? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime . ", Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 . Anytime . You can reach me at 5558929 . ," Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week . " " Ok , got it . I will call you sometime next week . ", Fine . Fine . ," It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon . " " It's time to go . Bye , Ella . Hope to see you soon . "," Bye , Jason . " "Welcome , Li Mei . Please give me your coat and hat . "," Thank you , Peter . " " Thank you , Peter . "," Oh , let's come in and enjoy yourself . " " Oh , let's come in and enjoy yourself . "," Happy birthday , Peter , and many happy returns of the day . Here's a present for you . " " Happy birthday , Peter , and many happy returns of the day . Here's a present for you . "," Thank you , Li Mei . Come into the dining room . I'm going to cut the cake soon . " " Thank you , Li Mei . Come into the dining room . I'm going to cut the cake soon . ", What wish do you make ? What wish do you make ? , It's a secret . Let me clear away the broken glass . ," No , I can manage it myself.Just sit down , please . " " No , I can manage it myself.Just sit down , please . ", It's very careless of me to have broken your glass . It's very careless of me to have broken your glass . , Never mind . Am I allowed to check out at 14:00 ? , Certainly . Certainly . , Will there be any late charge ? Will there be any late charge ? , No.sir . If only you check out before 15:00 No.sir . If only you check out before 15:00 , Thank you . "I'm very grateful for what you have done to my son , doctor . "," That's all tight , Mr.Smith.That ' s my job . I'm very glad he recovered so soon . " " That's all tight , Mr.Smith.That ' s my job . I'm very glad he recovered so soon . ", I know he has brought great trouble to you . A million thanks . I know he has brought great trouble to you . A million thanks . ," No trouble at all . He's very cute and brave . By the way , do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks . " " No trouble at all . He's very cute and brave . By the way , do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks . ", I will . It's most thoughtful of you . Have you decided what you ’ re going to do during your holiday ? , Yes . I ’ m going to travel around Europe . Yes . I ’ m going to travel around Europe . ," Wow , that sounds great ! Where are you going ? " " Wow , that sounds great ! Where are you going ? ", I think I will start off in Paris . Then I ’ m going to take the train to Nice and then go on to Milan . I think I will start off in Paris . Then I ’ m going to take the train to Nice and then go on to Milan . , Oh that will be lovely . You ’ ll be able to do lots of shopping I expect . Oh that will be lovely . You ’ ll be able to do lots of shopping I expect . , Oh yes and try lots of new food too . Oh yes and try lots of new food too . , Great . Make sure you buy me a souvenir ! Great . Make sure you buy me a souvenir ! ," Oh , don ’ t worry , I will ! " How are we going to get there ? , Let's take a cab . How do we do timesheets here ? , They are actually fairly straightforward . Do you know where the blanks are kept ? They are actually fairly straightforward . Do you know where the blanks are kept ? ," Yes , I already have one . " " Yes , I already have one . "," OK , well after you take one out of that second drawer , you put your name on the top . Do you see ? " " OK , well after you take one out of that second drawer , you put your name on the top . Do you see ? ", I am kind of confused . I am kind of confused . , Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ? Next you fill in all of your hours for each day and total them . Do you know how to show time on a 24 - hour clock ? , I'm not quite sure . I'm not quite sure . ," Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ? " " Midnight is zero and when you put the minutes in , make sure that you show them with a dot followed by the minutes . Do you understand ? "," No , I have no idea what you are talking about . " " No , I have no idea what you are talking about . "," It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box . " " It's easy , just write in the hours , total it , sign it , and put it in the box . ", Thanks for your help . Thanks for your help . ," Try it and if you can't do it , one of us can always help you later . " not a single email until now ? it's already twelve o'clock . I can't believe it ! ," can't bear it , right ? I've been there before . I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages , like there is something missing . " " can't bear it , right ? I've been there before . I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages , like there is something missing . "," yeah , that's right . If no one sends me test messages , I'll go crazy . " " yeah , that's right . If no one sends me test messages , I'll go crazy . "," actually , this is a kind of addiction called "" infomania "" or "" information overload "" . " " actually , this is a kind of addiction called "" infomania "" or "" information overload "" . ", addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way ! addiction ? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction ? no way ! ," yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ? " " yes , it is . Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day ? ", absolutely . absolutely . , do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ? do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time ? ," yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages . " " yeah , it's a must . Otherwise , I may miss important phone calls and text messages . ", do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ? do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer ? ," yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives . " " yes . MSN , QQ , Skype , Google Talk , Ali wangwang , everything , so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives . ", now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information . "Tom , Christmas Day is coming . Merry Christmas to you . ", Thank you . And a merry Christmas to you ! "Hey Sarah , are you all right ? You look upset . "," As a matter of fact , I am a bit upset . I just came out of a meeting and it didn't go very well . " " As a matter of fact , I am a bit upset . I just came out of a meeting and it didn't go very well . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," No one would listen to any of my suggestions . Instead , they just kept arguing with each other . " " No one would listen to any of my suggestions . Instead , they just kept arguing with each other . ", Who was chairing the meeting ? Who was chairing the meeting ? , Bob . Bob . ," Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes . " " Well , I can tell you from experience that Bob might come off a little strong sometimes . ", That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him . That's exactly what happened ! He kept interrupting everyone with his own suggestions and did not want to hear what others had to say . Then he expected everyone to agree with him . , What was the meeting about ? What was the meeting about ? , We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient . We were trying to come up with ideas to streamline the office's workflow to make it more efficient . , It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient . It's ironic that the meeting was anything but efficient . ," Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ? " " Exactly . I had tons of ideas that I wanted to share , but they just wouldn't let me finish . What should I have done to get my point across ? "," You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details . " " You have to keep things short and sweet . When you get a chance to speak , try not to get into too many unnecessary details . ", Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ? Short and sweet ? But what if I have to explain something complicated ? , You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information . You can always bring up the main points during the meeting and speak to those who are directly involved after the meeting . Not everyone needs to know all that information . ," That's a good idea , I think I will try that at the next meeting . " What did you cook ? ," Well , as you know I was in Thailand last month , and I took a cooking class ! So I prepared some of my favorite dishes . " " Well , as you know I was in Thailand last month , and I took a cooking class ! So I prepared some of my favorite dishes . ", Great idea ! As long as I don't get food poisoning ! So what is on the menu tonight ? Great idea ! As long as I don't get food poisoning ! So what is on the menu tonight ? ," Ok , for starters we have Tom Yam soup . It's a bit spicy , but really good ! " " Ok , for starters we have Tom Yam soup . It's a bit spicy , but really good ! ", This is delicious ! The ginger and lemongrass really gives it a nice taste ! This is delicious ! The ginger and lemongrass really gives it a nice taste ! , Now this next dish is one of the most famous . Foreigners call it papaya salad but the proper name is Tom Sam . It is a spicy salad made from a mix of fresh vegetables including shredded unripened papaya and tomato . Now this next dish is one of the most famous . Foreigners call it papaya salad but the proper name is Tom Sam . It is a spicy salad made from a mix of fresh vegetables including shredded unripened papaya and tomato . , This is delicious ! The combination of sour and spicy is really interesting ! I could have this everyday ! This is delicious ! The combination of sour and spicy is really interesting ! I could have this everyday ! ," Ok , now for the last and best dish in my opinion . This is called Pad Thai . It's stir-fried noodles with eggs , fish sauce , tamarind juice , red chili pepper plus bean sprouts , shrimp and tofu and garnished with crushed peanuts and coriander . It's practically Thailand's national dish ! " " Ok , now for the last and best dish in my opinion . This is called Pad Thai . It's stir-fried noodles with eggs , fish sauce , tamarind juice , red chili pepper plus bean sprouts , shrimp and tofu and garnished with crushed peanuts and coriander . It's practically Thailand's national dish ! "," Wow , this is great ! I never knew Thai food was so creative and delicious ! " " Wow , this is great ! I never knew Thai food was so creative and delicious ! ", Want some more ? Want some more ? , I'm stuffed ! "Julie , what's on the tube ? ", nothing but bench of commercials . These days the amount of commercials is amazing . nothing but bench of commercials . These days the amount of commercials is amazing . , yeah . Maybe we can change to another channel . what about the sports channel ? Let's see if there's a game on . yeah . Maybe we can change to another channel . what about the sports channel ? Let's see if there's a game on . ," okay . Nope , it's a replay of yesterday's soccer match between Brazil and Spain . " " okay . Nope , it's a replay of yesterday's soccer match between Brazil and Spain . "," it was a good game , but not good enough to watch again . Keep surfing . " " it was a good game , but not good enough to watch again . Keep surfing . "," alright . Hmm , this movie is a rerun ... I don't know how many times I've seen this show ... Commercial again ... and a replay of the talk show ... oh no , this show is terrible , you don't wanna watch it . " " alright . Hmm , this movie is a rerun ... I don't know how many times I've seen this show ... Commercial again ... and a replay of the talk show ... oh no , this show is terrible , you don't wanna watch it . "," oh , what is it ? " " oh , what is it ? "," it's a total rip-off of an American reality show , but the imitation is unbearably clumsy . " " it's a total rip-off of an American reality show , but the imitation is unbearably clumsy . "," oh , I know this kind of shows . Sometimes they really piss me off . If I wanted reality , I'd go outside . " " oh , I know this kind of shows . Sometimes they really piss me off . If I wanted reality , I'd go outside . "," yeah ... it seems what we have on TV now are either repeats , or commercials , or low-quality shows . There's really nothing to watch . " " yeah ... it seems what we have on TV now are either repeats , or commercials , or low-quality shows . There's really nothing to watch . "," I don't get it . We have more than 100 channels and there's still nothing good on ! Maybe we should just turn off the TV , get outside , and do something real . " " I don't get it . We have more than 100 channels and there's still nothing good on ! Maybe we should just turn off the TV , get outside , and do something real . ", cool . "Hello , is John in ? "," No , he's not . May I take a message ? " " No , he's not . May I take a message ? "," Yes , would you leave him a message to call me ? " " Yes , would you leave him a message to call me ? "," Yes , what's your name ? " I want to know how to buy something from this machine . ," Yeah , the new ones can be tricky . What are you trying to buy ? " " Yeah , the new ones can be tricky . What are you trying to buy ? ", I want to buy one of those snack things . I want to buy one of those snack things . , Are you ready to go ? Are you ready to go ? , I'm clear so far . I'm clear so far . , The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in . The money goes in the slot over there . It has to be smooth to go in . , It won't go in ! It won't go in ! , Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work . Just remember that you might have to feed the money in a couple of times to get it to work . ," Yes , next step . " " Yes , next step . ", Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable . Make your selection and hope for the best . Vending machines aren't all that reliable . , They're totally unreliable . They're totally unreliable . , You seem to have it down . Have a good day ! May I invite you to dance with me ? ," Sorry , I can't dance . " " Sorry , I can't dance . "," Never mind , I can teach you . " " Never mind , I can teach you . ", Is it difficult to learn ? Is it difficult to learn ? ," No , it is easy . " " No , it is easy . ", How should I do ? How should I do ? , You just follow me . You just follow me . ," All right . By the way , do you often dance ? " " All right . By the way , do you often dance ? "," Yup , because dance can relax myself . " " Yup , because dance can relax myself . ", It seems a good way . Good news ! , What is it ? What is it ? , The state of economy is starting to go up in our country . The state of economy is starting to go up in our country . , That ’ s just the short in the arm we need . "I am a student in Cambridge University . I read your ad , I want to know something more about your room , please ? "," It's a big bedroom with a drawing room , facing a beautiful wood . " " It's a big bedroom with a drawing room , facing a beautiful wood . ", Is there a bathroom ? Is there a bathroom ? ," No , but there is one downstairs , which my daughter used some years ago . " " No , but there is one downstairs , which my daughter used some years ago . ", It sounds good . Could I go and see it myself ? It sounds good . Could I go and see it myself ? ," Certainly , you're welcome anytime . " " Certainly , you're welcome anytime . ", See you later ! See you later ! ," ( after a while ) Good afternoon , Mrs . Smith . I called you just now . " " ( after a while ) Good afternoon , Mrs . Smith . I called you just now . "," Welcome ! Come in , please ! " " Welcome ! Come in , please ! ", Yes . Yes . , This way please . Your room is upstairs ... Here it is . This way please . Your room is upstairs ... Here it is . ," Wonderful ! A modest , comfortable room . Ah , a beautiful window , through which I can see a beautiful scene , and hear the birds singing . How nice ! " " Wonderful ! A modest , comfortable room . Ah , a beautiful window , through which I can see a beautiful scene , and hear the birds singing . How nice ! "," Yes , if you want to wash something , there is a separate lavatory room outside . " " Yes , if you want to wash something , there is a separate lavatory room outside . ", Excellent ! I like it ! When can I move in ? Excellent ! I like it ! When can I move in ? , Anytime you like . Anytime you like . , OK . "Most of our customers are foreigners . How many foreign languages can you speak , Elizabeth ? ", Two . French and Spanish . Two . French and Spanish . , And how well can you speak them ? And how well can you speak them ? ," Well , French was my best subject at school . I can read and write it pretty well . " " Well , French was my best subject at school . I can read and write it pretty well . ", And how about your Spanish ? And how about your Spanish ? ," Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good . " " Well , it's not as good as my French . I can speak it reasonably well , but my written Spanish isn't very good . "," I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here . " " I see . Well , we have a lot of Spanish customers , but you wouldn't need to write any Spanish here . "," In that case , I'm fit for the position I think . " How much are you asking for this ? , I'm offering them to you at 150 yuan a piece . Is that all right ? I'm offering them to you at 150 yuan a piece . Is that all right ? , Is tax already included in their price ? Is tax already included in their price ? , Yes . Our price can't be matched . Yes . Our price can't be matched . , Would you consider a volume discount ? Would you consider a volume discount ? ," If you buy 1,000 or more , you'll get a 10 % discount . " " If you buy 1,000 or more , you'll get a 10 % discount . ", I'll accept your offer . I need a pan . , Okay . Do you have a particular size in mind ? Okay . Do you have a particular size in mind ? ," Well , the bigger the better , I think . " " Well , the bigger the better , I think . ", Look at this one . It's our biggest pan . Look at this one . It's our biggest pan . ," Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me . " " Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me . "," Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum . " " Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum . "," Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle . " " Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle . "," Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle . " " Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle . "," Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one . " " Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one . ", That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ? That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ? ," Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too . " " Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too . ", I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is . I want to buy a shirt . , What color do you like ? What color do you like ? ," A white one , please . " " A white one , please . ", Maybe you could have a look at this one . Maybe you could have a look at this one . , What's the size ? What's the size ? , Large . Large . , I think a medium one will do . Happy Valentine's Day ! , That's nice of you . That's nice of you . , Could I treat you to dinner tonight ? Could I treat you to dinner tonight ? , Wonderful . "Good afternoon , sir , is there anything I can help you with today ? ", umm ... yeah ! I ’ m looking for a nice gift to give my girlfriend . Our fifth anniversary ’ s next Friday . umm ... yeah ! I ’ m looking for a nice gift to give my girlfriend . Our fifth anniversary ’ s next Friday . ," Well , I would be happy to assist you in choosing the perfect gift for her . Is there anything particular that you have in mind ? " " Well , I would be happy to assist you in choosing the perfect gift for her . Is there anything particular that you have in mind ? "," No , not really ... I ’ m completely at a loss . " " No , not really ... I ’ m completely at a loss . "," Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ? " " Well , you can give her a set of pearl earrings , or this beautiful heart-shaped pendant . What is her favorite gemstone ? ", That purple one . I ’ m sorry ... I ’ Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ’ m kind of nervous . That purple one . I ’ m sorry ... I ’ Ve never bought jewellery for anyone and I ’ m kind of nervous . ," Don ’ t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ’ s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ’ s a great statement piece . " " Don ’ t worry , we specialize in providing our customers a relaxed , pressure-free shopping environment . That stone is an amethyst . We have a range of beautiful amethyst pieces . Take a look at this bracelet . It ’ s 18K rose-gold , studded with amethyst and blue topaz . It ’ s a great statement piece . "," Oh ... wow . That ’ s really pretty.Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ? " " Oh ... wow . That ’ s really pretty.Jess would love that . But ... I was thinking of something a little more delicate , perhaps a necklace ? "," We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece — it ’ s both glamorous yet functional.If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her . " " We have this beautiful platinum pendant , or you could also get her a locket . You could also get her a timepiece — it ’ s both glamorous yet functional.If you tell me a little more about your girlfriend , maybe I can help you find something for her . "," Jess ? Well , she ’ s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ’ s very feminine ... " " Jess ? Well , she ’ s very smart , and has a great sense of humor . She ’ s very feminine ... ", Perhaps you could give her a ring ? Perhaps you could give her a ring ? , Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ’ Ve just been so nervous . Well ... actually ... I was thinking about asking Jess to marry me ... I ’ Ve just been so nervous . ," Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose ! " " Well sir , I believe your fifth anniversary is a great time to propose ! "," Okay , I ’ Ve decided . I ’ m going to pop the question ! " " Okay , I ’ Ve decided . I ’ m going to pop the question ! ", Fabulous ! We should look at engagement rings then ! Now that ’ s a whole other section . Have you decided where to go for the vacation ? , I will join John in his mountaineering trip . I will join John in his mountaineering trip . , Woo cool . Which mountain are you going to conquer ? Woo cool . Which mountain are you going to conquer ? , We haven't made up our minds . Will you come with us ? We haven't made up our minds . Will you come with us ? ," Of course , I will . " "We're supposed to check in at the air-china ’ s counter . Thirty minutes before take off , Joe . "," Yes , I know . The boarding time on the ticket says 17 " " Yes , I know . The boarding time on the ticket says 17 ", Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in . Do we need to show our ID cards when checking in . ," Yes , It ’ s essential . " " Yes , It ’ s essential . ", What about our luggage ? What about our luggage ? , We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection We can check it and hand carry small bags . And we have open each for inspection , Are they going to frisk all the passengers ? Are they going to frisk all the passengers ? , I think so . we certainly don ’ t want a highjack to happen on our plane today . Do you have any plan on your mind ? , I want to see all places of renown in Suzhou . I want to see all places of renown in Suzhou . ," How are we going there , by bike or by bus ? " " How are we going there , by bike or by bus ? "," By bike , of course.You don't want to miss the beautiful scenery , do you ? " Something ’ s burning ? ," Oh , my bread ! " " Oh , my bread ! "," Mm , I love burnt bread . " " Mm , I love burnt bread . ", Curse this oven ! Curse it ! Curse this oven ! Curse it ! , But I prefer burnt bread . But I prefer burnt bread . , Curse the worst oven in the world . Curse the worst oven in the world . , Wonderful ! A perfect piece of bread ! Wonderful ! A perfect piece of bread ! ," There are thirteen of them . Oh , have another . Have a third , if you like , have them all . " "Hello , I am calling about my cable service . ", What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , For the past week my cable hasn't been working . For the past week my cable hasn't been working . ," I apologize , but the cable has been down lately . " " I apologize , but the cable has been down lately . ", Do you know when it is going to start working again ? Do you know when it is going to start working again ? ," Give it a couple days , and it should be back on . " " Give it a couple days , and it should be back on . ", Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ? Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working ? ," Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit . " " Since it's not working , I'm going to give you a credit . ", So I don't have to pay anything ? So I don't have to pay anything ? , You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again . You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again . ," Okay , thank you very much for your help . " " Okay , thank you very much for your help . ", No problem . Thank you for being so understanding . The new computer software is driving me crazy ! I really need a break ! ," I know what you mean , Carol . I ’ Ve had nothing but trouble with it . They say it ’ s supposed to be easy ! " " I know what you mean , Carol . I ’ Ve had nothing but trouble with it . They say it ’ s supposed to be easy ! "," That ’ s what I ’ Ve heard . But as far as I ’ m concerned , it takes a genius to figure it out . Can you pass the sugar , please ? " " That ’ s what I ’ Ve heard . But as far as I ’ m concerned , it takes a genius to figure it out . Can you pass the sugar , please ? ", Sure . Why don ’ t you sit down for a minute ? You haven ’ t taken a rest all morning . Hello . I'd like to get a seat to New York City on a flight leaving sometime before this Friday . , I'm afraid Thera isn't any direct light before Friday . What about a non-direct one ? You have to make a change in Detroit . I'm afraid Thera isn't any direct light before Friday . What about a non-direct one ? You have to make a change in Detroit . ," Well , in that case , that's fine . I want a first class ticket on Thursday . " " Well , in that case , that's fine . I want a first class ticket on Thursday . ", Would you like to pay in cash or by card ? Would you like to pay in cash or by card ? ," Cash , please . " "Hi Cody , how did practicing go this week ? "," Well I had several tests and an oral presentation this week so I didn ’ t get a chance to memorize the second page , but I think I mastered the tricky section . " " Well I had several tests and an oral presentation this week so I didn ’ t get a chance to memorize the second page , but I think I mastered the tricky section . "," Great ! Warm up with some scales and arpeggios first . Good , good . This week , work on keeping the rhythm steady when you play the last part with the sixteenth note . Now let ’ s take a look at this " " Great ! Warm up with some scales and arpeggios first . Good , good . This week , work on keeping the rhythm steady when you play the last part with the sixteenth note . Now let ’ s take a look at this ", Charles ? Before I start I was wondering if it was ok if I put a small crescendo in here and then decrescendo back to pianissimo again over here ? Charles ? Before I start I was wondering if it was ok if I put a small crescendo in here and then decrescendo back to pianissimo again over here ? , It might work . I ’ ll have to hear it.Show me what you ’ Ve done . It might work . I ’ ll have to hear it.Show me what you ’ Ve done . , It was horrible ! I played play it much better at home ! It was horrible ! I played play it much better at home ! ," It ’ s just nerves . Just play the right hand for now . One two three four five six , ta ti tri-ple-ti . Good , good . Don ’ t forget the accidentals ! The key signature says that note should be a G-sharp b " " It ’ s just nerves . Just play the right hand for now . One two three four five six , ta ti tri-ple-ti . Good , good . Don ’ t forget the accidentals ! The key signature says that note should be a G-sharp b ", Is that better ? Is that better ? ," Yes , much better . Watch where you lift your foot off the pedal . What was that ? " " Yes , much better . Watch where you lift your foot off the pedal . What was that ? ", Sorry ! The stretch for that octave is always hard to make . Sorry ! The stretch for that octave is always hard to make . ," That's ok , keep going , you ’ re moving ahead by leaps and bounds . Watch your dynamics ! Keep your elbows lifted . Remember to stroke the keys , don ’ t pound . That ’ s better ! Remember that as a pianist or any " I'm going to the store downtown this afternoon to try on my wedding dresses . ," Oh my gosh , how exciting ! " " Oh my gosh , how exciting ! ", Will you come with me and help me choose ? Will you come with me and help me choose ? ," Sure , I will . How can I miss that ? " " Sure , I will . How can I miss that ? ", Good . I think I'll get too nervous to look at myself in the mirror ! Good . I think I'll get too nervous to look at myself in the mirror ! ," Oh , don't . I'm sure you'll be the loveliest bride ever ! " I'll cook dinner for you . , Don't go to too much trouble . "My shirt needs ironing . Could you please help me with that , Mary ? ", No way . Do it yourself . No way . Do it yourself . ," Please , I promise this is the last time . " " Please , I promise this is the last time . "," OK , I'll iron your shirt for you , but only if you make me a cup of coffee . " Would you like a cigarette ? ," No , thanks . I've decided to give up smoking . " " No , thanks . I've decided to give up smoking . ", Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? ," Well , it's just that I think if you don't enjoy doing something any more , you should stop doing it . " " Well , it's just that I think if you don't enjoy doing something any more , you should stop doing it . ", I see . You mean you don't enjoy smoking any more ? I see . You mean you don't enjoy smoking any more ? ," That's right . You should give it up , too . It's bad for your health . " " That's right . You should give it up , too . It's bad for your health . ", Stop talking like my mother . That's what she keeps saying . Stop talking like my mother . That's what she keeps saying . ," But it's true . It's a nasty habit . I can't think why I ever started . Anyway , it's obviously got you in its grip ! " " But it's true . It's a nasty habit . I can't think why I ever started . Anyway , it's obviously got you in its grip ! ", What do you mean ? What are you talking about ? What do you mean ? What are you talking about ? , I mean you couldn't give it up ! I mean you couldn't give it up ! , Who ? Me ? Could't give up smoking ? Nonsense ! Of course I could ! I know I could ! Who ? Me ? Could't give up smoking ? Nonsense ! Of course I could ! I know I could ! , How do you know ? How do you know ? , Because I've already proved it . Smoking's the easiest thing in the world to give up . I've done it hundreds of times ! That was a tough question . How did you get it right ? , I just took a shot in the dark . Hi . What's up ? , Nothing much . What's new with you ? Nothing much . What's new with you ? , Not too much . I've been pretty busy . Not too much . I've been pretty busy . , Me too . Seems like all I do is eat and sleep . Me too . Seems like all I do is eat and sleep . , Gotta go . Call me tonight . Gotta go . Call me tonight . , Okay . Check you later . What's the weather like in Britain ? , It's wet and rains a lot.But right now it's the golden season to take a tour there . It is fine there almost everyday . It's wet and rains a lot.But right now it's the golden season to take a tour there . It is fine there almost everyday . , That's great . Will I feel hot there ? I feel sensitive to heat . That's great . Will I feel hot there ? I feel sensitive to heat . , It's not so hot as it is here . "Well , what's the matter with you ? ", I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts . I've got a sore throat and my chest hurts . , Have you got a headache ? Have you got a headache ? ," Yes , I ache all over . " " Yes , I ache all over . ", Are you coughing much ? Are you coughing much ? , A little bit . A little bit . ," Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ? " " Now , let me listen to your chest . Ah , you have a temperature . Breathe deeply . That's right . Well , don't worry , it's only a throat infection . There's nothing wrong with your lungs . And how is your appetite ? ", It's gone completely . It's gone completely . ," Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take . " " Show me your tongue , please . All right , stay in bed and keep yourself warm . I'll prescribe some pills for you to take . ", Is that all doctor ? Is that all doctor ? ," Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure . " " Yes . You'll be better in a few days , I'm sure . "," Thank you , doctor . Goodbye . " " Thank you , doctor . Goodbye . ", Goodbye . What's the problem ? , There was a stop sign back there that you didn't stop for . There was a stop sign back there that you didn't stop for . , I really didn't see it . I really didn't see it . , How'd you miss it ? How'd you miss it ? , I only saw bushes at the intersection . I only saw bushes at the intersection . , Those bushes are covering the stop sign . Those bushes are covering the stop sign . , I really didn't mean to run it . I really didn't mean to run it . , I see why you didn't stop . I see why you didn't stop . , Are you still going to write me a ticket ? Are you still going to write me a ticket ? ," No , I'm just going to let you go . " " No , I'm just going to let you go . ", Thanks for being so understanding . Thanks for being so understanding . , That's all right . Make sure to look closely next time . Lately I've felt that company morale is at an all-time low what can your firm do to help get my business back on track ? ," You definitely made the right move by calling . Our primary business is creating , conducting and customizing fully interactive human resources workshops for companies just like yours . " " You definitely made the right move by calling . Our primary business is creating , conducting and customizing fully interactive human resources workshops for companies just like yours . "," It seems that my employees are having trouble working as a team . Not to mention serious lapses in service , sales and leadership skills . " " It seems that my employees are having trouble working as a team . Not to mention serious lapses in service , sales and leadership skills . ", Well as we know nothing comes out of a can . We have years of experience tailoring workshops to the specific needs of your company . We can hone in on your problem areas and have your employe Well as we know nothing comes out of a can . We have years of experience tailoring workshops to the specific needs of your company . We can hone in on your problem areas and have your employe , What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again . What a relief ! I was beginning to think it was no way to get my business rolling again . ," That's what we're here for , the human resources help you need , when and how you need it . " Freeze ! Police ! Put your hands over your head ! , What did I do ? I haven't done anything . What did I do ? I haven't done anything . , You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs . You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody . You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs . So we are taking you into custody . , I didn't do anything . I didn't do anything . , We've found some heroin at your house . We've found some heroin at your house . ," No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff . " " No , I didn't . I'm innocent . Those aren't mine . Whatever you found is someone else's stuff . You can't prove anything . I wasn't there when you went in , and you can't prove it's my stuff . "," That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking . " " That may be , but you're still under arrest . And you'd better stop talking . "," I don't need your help , jerk . " " I don't need your help , jerk . ", Whatever you say . "Good morning , Miss Wu ! Can I ask you something ? ", Certainly . You are more welcome to do . What is it ? Certainly . You are more welcome to do . What is it ? , Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . We both love spicy Chinese dishes . I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes . Tomorrow is my wife's birthday . We both love spicy Chinese dishes . I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes . ," Well , if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for , In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go . The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes . You might want to try there . " " Well , if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for , In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go . The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes . You might want to try there . ", How far is it from here ? How far is it from here ? ," It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think . " " It is near the university . Five minutes ' walk from your flat , I think . ", Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much . Great . We'll go and have a try . Thank you very much . , You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow . You're welcome . May you have a good time . Please give my regards to your wife . I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow . , Thank you . The same to you . I really like my debate class . , Do you think you'll be interested in studying law later ? Do you think you'll be interested in studying law later ? , I've entertained the idea . But I'm I leaning more toward politics . I've entertained the idea . But I'm I leaning more toward politics . , You want to be a politician ? Yuck . You want to be a politician ? Yuck . , That's not like you to generalize . That's not like you to generalize . ," Sorry , you're right . I think you'll be a good politician . " " Sorry , you're right . I think you'll be a good politician . ", I think I can do a lot of good for our country . I think I can do a lot of good for our country . , You're right . We need more people like you in politics . "Now , madam , here is the Hotel . ", What's the fare ? What's the fare ? , $ 15 . $ 15 . , The fare is different from the meter . The fare is different from the meter . ," Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me . " " Well , madam , the meter was not on at all . You didn't tell me . ", But I thought it was . Anyway . I am in a hurry . Here is the money . It says here that you graduated from Beijing Normal University with a major in English Language and Literature . , Right . Then you may think that I am not fit for this job according to my educational background . Right . Then you may think that I am not fit for this job according to my educational background . , Yes . Yes . , But I want to be a tour guide very much because I like traveling and meeting various kinds of people . So I took an evening course at the Tourism School of Beijing after graduation and I have gotten a qualification certificate . But I want to be a tour guide very much because I like traveling and meeting various kinds of people . So I took an evening course at the Tourism School of Beijing after graduation and I have gotten a qualification certificate . , So you must be an extravert ? So you must be an extravert ? ," Yes , I always enjoy being with a group of people and chatting with them . " " Yes , I always enjoy being with a group of people and chatting with them . ", What do you think are the responsibilities of a tourist guide ? What do you think are the responsibilities of a tourist guide ? ," A tourist guide must be responsible for arranging and coordinating tour activities , and offering service of transportation , accommodation , sightseeing , shopping and entertainment . " " A tourist guide must be responsible for arranging and coordinating tour activities , and offering service of transportation , accommodation , sightseeing , shopping and entertainment . ", Don't you consider it a hard work ? Don't you consider it a hard work ? ," Hard but interesting , I think . " " Hard but interesting , I think . ", Have you any experience as a tourist guide ? Have you any experience as a tourist guide ? ," Yes , I usually guided foreign tourists around Beijing when I was in University . " " Yes , I usually guided foreign tourists around Beijing when I was in University . ", Have you ever learned any other foreign languages other than English ? Have you ever learned any other foreign languages other than English ? ," Yes , I have learned a little French and Japanese as well . " Are the galaxies in the universe moving through space ? ," No , the galaxies sit more or less passively in the space around them . But not too much . As the space between galaxies expands , it carries the galaxies further apart - like raisins in an expanding dough . " " No , the galaxies sit more or less passively in the space around them . But not too much . As the space between galaxies expands , it carries the galaxies further apart - like raisins in an expanding dough . "," But I heard that our Milky way galaxy may one day collide with a neighboring galaxy . If galaxies are moving apart from each other , how can they collide ? " " But I heard that our Milky way galaxy may one day collide with a neighboring galaxy . If galaxies are moving apart from each other , how can they collide ? "," Well , the universe is a chaotic place , and the gravity from one galaxy , or from a group of galaxies , may disturb the motion of its near neighbors , causing them to collide . However , on average , when you compare two large enough chunks of space , the galaxies in one are moving away from the galaxies in the other . " " Well , the universe is a chaotic place , and the gravity from one galaxy , or from a group of galaxies , may disturb the motion of its near neighbors , causing them to collide . However , on average , when you compare two large enough chunks of space , the galaxies in one are moving away from the galaxies in the other . "," Wow , you're really informative . Thanks a lot . " " Wow , you're really informative . Thanks a lot . ", You're welcome . "Hello , Kevin . I hate to do this , but I have to cancel our appointment . "," Oh , no ! Why ? I was looking forward to seeing you at my new place . " " Oh , no ! Why ? I was looking forward to seeing you at my new place . "," Yeah , I really wanted to come , too . But something unexpected in Shanghai have come up . I have to fly out for a few days , but I'll be back soon . " " Yeah , I really wanted to come , too . But something unexpected in Shanghai have come up . I have to fly out for a few days , but I'll be back soon . ", No problem . Call me when you get back . No problem . Call me when you get back . ," I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ? " " I should have some free time next week . Say , next Wednesday evening ? "," That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you . " " That's good for me , but do you think you'll be back by then ? I'd really like to see you . "," Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday . " " Yeah , I'm expecting to come back on Tuesday . ", Great ! That's settled then . Great ! That's settled then . , OK . "Bell Computers Limited , can I help you ? "," Hello , I'd like to speak to Mike please . " " Hello , I'd like to speak to Mike please . ", Hold on please . Hold on please . ," Hello , I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now . He's in a meeting . Can I take a message ? " " Hello , I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now . He's in a meeting . Can I take a message ? "," Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 . " " Yes , can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can ? My name's Mary , and I'm calling from Happy Travel . My number is 123 456 789 . "," Sorry , could you repeat that please ? " " Sorry , could you repeat that please ? "," Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ? " " Yes , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . Have you got that ? "," Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can . " " Let me read that back to you , 123 456 789 , Mary from Happy Travel . I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can . ", Great . Thanks . Great . Thanks . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," No , that's it . Thanks . Bye . " " No , that's it . Thanks . Bye . ", Bye . "Yes , I need more amenities . "," By amenities , exactly what do you mean , please ? " " By amenities , exactly what do you mean , please ? "," You know , the things that are free , like the soap and the shampoo . " " You know , the things that are free , like the soap and the shampoo . "," Okay , I got it . You've already run out of all your amenities ? " " Okay , I got it . You've already run out of all your amenities ? "," No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day . " " No , I still have plenty left , even if I took three baths a day . ", I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ? I'm more confused now than before . How is there a problem ? , I need to take home some souvenirs ! I need to take home some souvenirs ! ," Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs ! " " Okay , finally I understand . You would like souvenirs ! "," Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection . " " Yes , souvenirs that I can take home and add to my collection . "," If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything . " " If it's souvenirs you want , sir , just visit our souvenir shop . It has everything . ", Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ? Are you kidding ? Whoever heard of paying for hotel souvenirs ? ," No problem at all , sir . Housekeeping will deliver you all the amenities you like in a bit . " "So , Jimmy , how does it feel to have your own money ? "," It ’ s great , dad . I don ’ t mind delivering papers , but the real fun is collecting the money . " " It ’ s great , dad . I don ’ t mind delivering papers , but the real fun is collecting the money . "," Even though you are only twelve , it ’ s not too early to start saving a little money . " " Even though you are only twelve , it ’ s not too early to start saving a little money . ", I ’ Ve never had a bank account before . Why don ’ t I just keep my money under the matters like grandpa does ? I ’ Ve never had a bank account before . Why don ’ t I just keep my money under the matters like grandpa does ? ," You know you would spend it . And also , money in the bank earns interest . " " You know you would spend it . And also , money in the bank earns interest . ", But what if I need my money suddenly ? But what if I need my money suddenly ? ," The bank will give you a PIN , and you can withdraw money from any ATM . " " The bank will give you a PIN , and you can withdraw money from any ATM . ", Great ! So it ’ s almost the same as keeping it under the matters ! Great ! So it ’ s almost the same as keeping it under the matters ! , Not quite . You have to maintain a minimum balance of twenty dollars . And sometimes the bank has service charges . But you don ’ t have to worry about that yet . Let ’ s go make your first depot Not quite . You have to maintain a minimum balance of twenty dollars . And sometimes the bank has service charges . But you don ’ t have to worry about that yet . Let ’ s go make your first depot , OK . Guess I have to do that before . I can make money my first withdrawal . What ’ s the Mountaineering Club doing this weekend ? , We are going to climb a cliff on the Colorado River . We are going to climb a cliff on the Colorado River . , How hard is the climb ? How hard is the climb ? , It is a very difficult climb because there are not many places to put your hands and feet . It is a very difficult climb because there are not many places to put your hands and feet . , What did you do last week ? What did you do last week ? , We rappelled down the side of 300 - foot cliff . It was very exciting . We rappelled down the side of 300 - foot cliff . It was very exciting . , Wow ! That sounds like a lot of fun . I ’ m sorry I missed it . Wow ! That sounds like a lot of fun . I ’ m sorry I missed it . ," Well , you should come this weekend . I think you could do the climb . " " Well , you should come this weekend . I think you could do the climb . "," Yeah , I will . See you then ! " " Yeah , I will . See you then ! ", O . K . See you . Why didn't you tell me you had a girlfriend ? ," Sorry , I thought you knew . " " Sorry , I thought you knew . ", But you should have told me you were in love with her . But you should have told me you were in love with her . , Didn't I ? Didn't I ? , You know you didn't . You know you didn't . ," Well , I'm telling you now . " " Well , I'm telling you now . "," Yes , but you might have told me before . " " Yes , but you might have told me before . ", I didn't think you'd be interested . I didn't think you'd be interested . , You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ? You can't be serious . How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her ? ," Sorry , I didn't think it mattered . " " Sorry , I didn't think it mattered . "," Oh , you men ! You're all the same . " I'm going on a cruise this summer . , No kidding ? No kidding ? , My brother won a free trip and he's taking me . My brother won a free trip and he's taking me . , You can't beat that . I can't go to your party . , That's too bad . Would you like this one ? , I don't think that will do . How about the one at your back ? I don't think that will do . How about the one at your back ? , This one ? This one ? ," No , the other one ... yes . " " No , the other one ... yes . "," This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use . " " This one is especially built for hard , continuous play . And every detail of workmanship and material has been carefully checked to make it a dependable one for tournament use . ", It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it.Now do you have any racket covers ? It do look beautiful . Well . I think I'll take it.Now do you have any racket covers ? , This cover comes with the racket . This cover comes with the racket . , How much does it come up to ? How much does it come up to ? ," The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan . " " The mark says six hundred yuan , plus tax , it's six hundred and eighty yuan . ", Do you accept credit cards ? Do you accept credit cards ? ," Sure . If you'll just wait here , I'll be right with you in a minute . " Do you like traveling by train or by plane ? , I think I prefer train . It's cheaper and safe . But Sue is indeed beaut . Men can hardly resist such a knock-out . , Birds of feather flock together . You must be one of these men . Birds of feather flock together . You must be one of these men . ," I know little of her . I only think she ’ s pretty and intelligent . Of course , she ’ s diligent , too . " " I know little of her . I only think she ’ s pretty and intelligent . Of course , she ’ s diligent , too . ", That ’ s enough for you to worship the ground she treats on . "Good afternoon , Miss . ", Good afternoon . I would like my hair done . Good afternoon . I would like my hair done . , What style do you want ? What style do you want ? , I'd like to try a new hair-style . Could you show me some pictures of hair styles ? I'd like to try a new hair-style . Could you show me some pictures of hair styles ? , Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . ," Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please . " " Thanks . Please give me the style in this picture here but make the wave longer . I would like hair spray , please . "," Yes , Miss . Is that all right ? " " Yes , Miss . Is that all right ? ", Beautifully done . Beautifully done . , And would you like a manicure ? And would you like a manicure ? ," No , thanks . How much should I pay ? " " No , thanks . How much should I pay ? "," One hundred yuan , please . " " One hundred yuan , please . ", Here you are . How long have you been in England ? , For almost two years . For almost two years . , Almost two years ? Your English is very good . Almost two years ? Your English is very good . , Thank you . But there's still a lot for me to learn . Where do you want to go ? , I'm going to the hospital . I'm going to the hospital . , Get in . I'll take you . Get in . I'll take you . , About how much will it cost ? About how much will it cost ? , It will cost you $ 10 . It will cost you $ 10 . ," By the way , what's the time ? " " By the way , what's the time ? "," You can see the time on the meter . I have radio time , you know . " " You can see the time on the meter . I have radio time , you know . ", It's a quarter to 12 . Could you please drive a little faster ? It's a quarter to 12 . Could you please drive a little faster ? , Certainly . May I take your order now ? ," Yes , please . What's special today ? Any special recommendations ? " " Yes , please . What's special today ? Any special recommendations ? ", Certainly . I would recommend ' Songshuguiyu ' . Certainly . I would recommend ' Songshuguiyu ' . , The name sounds fascinating . What is it exactly ? The name sounds fascinating . What is it exactly ? ," Well , it is sweet and sour fried Mandarin fish . " " Well , it is sweet and sour fried Mandarin fish . "," Sorry , I'm not interested in vinegar . " " Sorry , I'm not interested in vinegar . "," Then , how about this one ? " " Then , how about this one ? ", OK . I'll have that . OK . I'll have that . , Very good . Could I serve you anything else ? Very good . Could I serve you anything else ? , Thank you . That's enough . Thank you . That's enough . ," My pleasure . Just a little while , your order will be ready very soon . Please enjoy your lunch . " " My pleasure . Just a little while , your order will be ready very soon . Please enjoy your lunch . ", Thanks . Could I speak to you for a minute ? , What do you want to speak to me about ? What do you want to speak to me about ? , I want to talk about this year ’ s election . I want to talk about this year ’ s election . ," Oh , you do ? " " Oh , you do ? ", I am volunteering for the campaign . I am volunteering for the campaign . , What made you decide to volunteer ? What made you decide to volunteer ? , I want to be a part of history . I want to be a part of history . , Good for you . Good for you . , Do you plan on voting ? Do you plan on voting ? , I will be voting . I will be voting . , You should try and make it early to your polling place . You should try and make it early to your polling place . , Thanks for letting me know . Good morning ! Can I help you ? ," Yes , let me see some of your hats , please . " " Yes , let me see some of your hats , please . "," OK , come this way , please . How does this one fit you ? " " OK , come this way , please . How does this one fit you ? ", It's a little bit tight . It's a little bit tight . , Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ? Let me stretch it for you . How is that now ? ," Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along . " " Yes , it fits all right now . I'll take it . Please put it in a bag and I'll take along . ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , Thirty-five yuan . Thirty-five yuan . , Here is the money . Here is the money . ," Thanks . Nothing else , today ? " " Thanks . Nothing else , today ? "," Nothing else , thank you . " "Peter , I hope you will accept my quotation for the air freshener . "," I wish I could place a monthly order for a minimum of 50 cases , introducing your goods to my customers , but your price , $ 100 for a case , is too high in this highly competitive market . " " I wish I could place a monthly order for a minimum of 50 cases , introducing your goods to my customers , but your price , $ 100 for a case , is too high in this highly competitive market . "," I have cut the price the minimum . You know our freshener is a patent product , different from other kinds of fresheners . We could not have quitted it at such a low price if it were not for your past large orders . This price , actually , leaves us with a very small profit . " " I have cut the price the minimum . You know our freshener is a patent product , different from other kinds of fresheners . We could not have quitted it at such a low price if it were not for your past large orders . This price , actually , leaves us with a very small profit . "," People here desire medium-priced air freshener only . Please carefully consider my proposal , which will lead to a larger business between us . " " People here desire medium-priced air freshener only . Please carefully consider my proposal , which will lead to a larger business between us . ", The low price I'm offering you is as low as I can go . The low price I'm offering you is as low as I can go . ," Then , I am sorry to say I must regretfully decline your offer and seek quotations for the other suppliers . " " Then , I am sorry to say I must regretfully decline your offer and seek quotations for the other suppliers . "," I'm sorry , Peter . I hope you'll continue to approach us on other occasions if you cannot accept our offer now . " " I'm sorry , Peter . I hope you'll continue to approach us on other occasions if you cannot accept our offer now . ", Yes . I'll welcome other opportunities to do business with you . What can I do ? , The system crashed when I was surfing on the internet . The system crashed when I was surfing on the internet . , Did you go to any illegal website ? Did you go to any illegal website ? ," No , But does that matter ? " " No , But does that matter ? "," Yes , your computer can be easily infected by virus if you do that . " " Yes , your computer can be easily infected by virus if you do that . ", I see . I'd better never try . I see . I'd better never try . , That's wise . That's wise . , Do you know what's wrong with my PC ? Do you know what's wrong with my PC ? ," One minute . Oh , yes , it was infected by a virus , and you had no antivirus software . " " One minute . Oh , yes , it was infected by a virus , and you had no antivirus software . ", Is anti-virus software necessary for a PC ? Is anti-virus software necessary for a PC ? , Of course . You'd better learn something about it . Of course . You'd better learn something about it . , I'm afraid yes . But what about the data I stored in the computer ? I'm afraid yes . But what about the data I stored in the computer ? ," Don't worry , it should have been protected automatically . And I take an anti-virus software with me . Do you want me to install it now ? " " Don't worry , it should have been protected automatically . And I take an anti-virus software with me . Do you want me to install it now ? "," Yes , please . I'll really appreciate that . " I need to get a taxi . , We have a variety of transportation services . Would you prefer a private vehicle to a taxi ? We have a variety of transportation services . Would you prefer a private vehicle to a taxi ? ," No , that won't be necessary . I just need a taxi . " " No , that won't be necessary . I just need a taxi . ", Perhaps you'd prefer a limousine . That's such a stylish way to travel . Perhaps you'd prefer a limousine . That's such a stylish way to travel . ," Just a taxi , please . " " Just a taxi , please . ", And what is your destination ? And what is your destination ? , I'm going to Rockefeller Center . I'm going to Rockefeller Center . , I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ? I see . What time do you want to depart from the hotel ? , I want to leave as soon as possible . I want to leave as soon as possible . ," Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir . " " Okay , a taxi will arrive in seconds , sir . "," Thank you , I'm coming down now . " " Thank you , I'm coming down now . "," It won't be but a few seconds , sir . " "Excuse me , do you have a vacancy ? "," Let me see . Yes , we still have four left . " " Let me see . Yes , we still have four left . "," Well , I would like to book a single room . " " Well , I would like to book a single room . ", How long would you stay ? How long would you stay ? , 5 days . From Feb . 13 to 18 . "Hi , Elvin . How are the new programmers I got for you ? ", Stay away from me . Stay away from me . , Are you still mad about your nose ? How is it ? Are you still mad about your nose ? How is it ? ," I'm serious , Zina . Back off . I have a bottle of pepper spray in my pocket . " " I'm serious , Zina . Back off . I have a bottle of pepper spray in my pocket . "," That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry . " " That won't be necessary , Elvin . Look , I want to apologize for your nose . I'm sorry . ", Why are you being so nice to me ? Don't think for a second that I trust you . How was school today ? , It was great . I made some friends . It was great . I made some friends . ," Really , that's good . " " Really , that's good . ", But the lessons this semester are a little bit hard . But the lessons this semester are a little bit hard . , They aren't hard . I am sure you can do it . That was heaven ! , The sea water treatments are supposed to be really good for you . The sea water treatments are supposed to be really good for you . , Really ? Really ? , But the water has to be kept at 34 degrees so that the minerals can be absorbed by your body . But the water has to be kept at 34 degrees so that the minerals can be absorbed by your body . ," Well , whatever it does , I feel transformed ! " How do you usually sell your products now ? , I'm doing business through Internet now . I'm doing business through Internet now . ," Oh , really ? Is it a good way ? " " Oh , really ? Is it a good way ? "," Yes , very good . " " Yes , very good . ", What advantages does it have ? What advantages does it have ? , It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time . It is very convenient . You know you can browse the website and send e-mails to your customers at any time . ," Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time . " " Yes , if we do business through other ways , it will cost a lot of time . "," Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap . " " Also it has low cost , and you know you only need to pay the fee of Internet , which is very cheap . "," Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ? " " Yes , going abroad to join the exhibition will cost much . But does it have any disadvantages ? "," To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways . " " To be frank , sometimes it is not so safe as doing business through traditional ways . ", You mean there may be credit problems ? You mean there may be credit problems ? ," Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided . " " Yes , but if you choose some good B2B websites , such problems can be avoided . ", Will you give some suggestion ? Will you give some suggestion ? ," Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website . " " Of course , such as the Alabama , which is a famous website . ", Thanks . Maybe I will do business through Internet in the future . "Hello , this is Lucie Jing calling from Lincoln Bank . May I speak to Mr Was , please ? ", Speaking . Speaking . ," Ah , hello , Mr Was . I'm just calling about your new credit card . It has arrived with us , so you can either come to collect it , or we can send it on to you . " " Ah , hello , Mr Was . I'm just calling about your new credit card . It has arrived with us , so you can either come to collect it , or we can send it on to you . ", Sending it won't be necessary . I'm actually coming in for a meeting with my Personal Banker this afternoon . Sending it won't be necessary . I'm actually coming in for a meeting with my Personal Banker this afternoon . , What perfect timing ! What perfect timing ! , Indeed . Is there anything I need to do before I collect it ? Indeed . Is there anything I need to do before I collect it ? ," Not really . But we do recommend you to read through our terms and conditions again before you sign the card , just in case there is something you aren't happy with . " " Not really . But we do recommend you to read through our terms and conditions again before you sign the card , just in case there is something you aren't happy with . ", I'm sure it'll be fine . How about my PIN number ? I'm sure it'll be fine . How about my PIN number ? ," That will be sent on to you within 2 working days . Then , you can start using your new card . " " That will be sent on to you within 2 working days . Then , you can start using your new card . ", Great . I'll be in later today . Thanks for calling . Bye . what kinds of tv programmes do you enjoy watching ? ," I like current affairs programmes and documentaries , especially wildlife ones . How about you ? " " I like current affairs programmes and documentaries , especially wildlife ones . How about you ? ", I like those kinds of programmes too . They ’ re very informative . I think that many people underrate the education value of tv . I like those kinds of programmes too . They ’ re very informative . I think that many people underrate the education value of tv . , I agree . People often criticize tv for showing too much sex and violence . I agree . People often criticize tv for showing too much sex and violence . , yeah . And that ’ s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational ! yeah . And that ’ s so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational ! , right . You can ’ t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programmes . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programmes . right . You can ’ t blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programmes . They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programmes . ," in my country , there ’ s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ’ s about six minutes per hour . " " in my country , there ’ s a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown . I think it ’ s about six minutes per hour . ", that ’ s great idea . But don ’ t the tv station lose a lot of money because of that ? that ’ s great idea . But don ’ t the tv station lose a lot of money because of that ? , no . they don ’ t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on tv in your country ? no . they don ’ t . they simply charge higher prices at peak times . Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on tv in your country ? ," not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ’ s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable tv , where you pay a fixed amount each mo " " not as far as I know . We have so many advertisements . the interruptions are unbearable sometimes ! That ’ s one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable tv , where you pay a fixed amount each mo "," some people have satellite and cable tv in my country , but people don ’ t seem to keen to pay for their tv programmes . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programmes . " " some people have satellite and cable tv in my country , but people don ’ t seem to keen to pay for their tv programmes . Besides , the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programmes . "," well , there ’ s a wildlife documentary on tv in a few minutes . Shall we ? " Now I'm sure we'll never get all our things back . They're so clever these criminals . What's the point of collecting beautiful things for other people to steal ? , I only wish it were this time yesterday . I only wish it were this time yesterday . , Think how happy we were . Now this.Things always go wrong . Think how happy we were . Now this.Things always go wrong . , Perhaps we ought to get dressed and have breakfast . We'd feel better . Perhaps we ought to get dressed and have breakfast . We'd feel better . , I don't feel like breakfast . I don't feel like anything . Why are we so unlucky ? It's as if there were a jinx on us . I don't feel like breakfast . I don't feel like anything . Why are we so unlucky ? It's as if there were a jinx on us . , Perhaps I'd better ring the police ... Perhaps I'd better ring the police ... , Yes . Of course . But what good will it do ? That man's miles away from here by now . In our car . How much is it ? , 6 500 yuan . You will get it on the price tag . 6 500 yuan . You will get it on the price tag . , It s a little overpriced . Is there any discount on this laptop ? It s a little overpriced . Is there any discount on this laptop ? , Its already very cheap . Let's make it 6 000 yuan . Its already very cheap . Let's make it 6 000 yuan . , I ’ d buy this if it were cheaper . How about 5 000 yuan ? I ’ d buy this if it were cheaper . How about 5 000 yuan ? , Hum ... I say 5 500 yuan . That's as cheap as it can get . Hum ... I say 5 500 yuan . That's as cheap as it can get . , Is it the final price ? Is it the final price ? ," I'm sorry , this is our rock bottom price . " " I'm sorry , this is our rock bottom price . "," Alright , I ’ ll buy this one . " I think he deserved his gold . , Did you see his last dive ? Did you see his last dive ? ," Yes , it's perfect ! " " Yes , it's perfect ! ", He's diving for the gold . Do you see that small white car over there ? It ’ s Tom ’ s new car . ," Oh , my God . It ’ s beautiful . But it looks expensive . " " Oh , my God . It ’ s beautiful . But it looks expensive . ", It is very expensive . Tom ’ s father paid for it . It is very expensive . Tom ’ s father paid for it . , I want to have a car like that . But I am not rich . And I don ’ t have a rich daddy . I want to have a car like that . But I am not rich . And I don ’ t have a rich daddy . ," They are By new models now , they are not very expensive . Maybe you should look for one . " Give me your hand . ( takes Rose's hand ) Close your eyes . Go on . ( Rose closes her eyes ) Step up . Now hold on to the rail . Keep your eyes closed ; don't peek . , I'm not . I'm not . , Step up onto the rail . Hold on . Keep your eyes closed . Trust me ? Step up onto the rail . Hold on . Keep your eyes closed . Trust me ? , I trust you . I trust you . ," All right , open your eyes . ( Rose opens her eyes . She stretches her arms , and Jack stands behind her , arms around her . ) " " All right , open your eyes . ( Rose opens her eyes . She stretches her arms , and Jack stands behind her , arms around her . ) "," I'm fling , Jack . ( singing ) Come , Josephine , in my flying machine . Up she goes , and up she goes ... " Which school is your children in ? , She is now in a private school . She is now in a private school . ," Oh , it costs too much . It's more expensive than the public school . " " Oh , it costs too much . It's more expensive than the public school . ", It's idea of my husband . He is always banging the drum for better schools . It's idea of my husband . He is always banging the drum for better schools . , But the private school amount to better schools . Is there anything I can do for you ? , I want to have a trip to Sydney . I want to have a trip to Sydney . , Sure . How long is your vacation ? Sure . How long is your vacation ? , 3 weeks 3 weeks ," Well , how do you like this one ? You will stay there for 17 days . " " Well , how do you like this one ? You will stay there for 17 days . "," It's good . By the way , what kind of clothes do I have to bring with me ? " " It's good . By the way , what kind of clothes do I have to bring with me ? ", It's summer in Sydney so you have to bring your summer wear . I always think everybody looks down on me , Don't be that negative . Don't be that negative . , How can you be optimistic ? You can see it in their eyes . How can you be optimistic ? You can see it in their eyes . , I find it there is no meaning in living this world . I find it there is no meaning in living this world . , Don't be that negative . Don't be that negative . ," Really , life is so boring . " Is there a lot of oil and coal in your country ? ," There is some , but my country is not amongst the leading producers . The oil and coal deposits are in the north of my country . Your country is a big oil producer , isn ’ t it ? " " There is some , but my country is not amongst the leading producers . The oil and coal deposits are in the north of my country . Your country is a big oil producer , isn ’ t it ? "," Yes , it is . My country is famous for having that natural resources . We also have a lot of natural gas . " " Yes , it is . My country is famous for having that natural resources . We also have a lot of natural gas . ", We have some too . Do you have a lot of coal ? We have some too . Do you have a lot of coal ? ," No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ’ t have many metal deposits . " " No coal has been discovered in my country , but there may be undiscovered deposits . We don ’ t have many metal deposits . "," There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small . " " There are a few in my country . We have deposit of gold , but they are very small . "," When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams . " " When I traveled around your country , I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country . The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country . The gold was found in mountain steams . ", That ’ s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers . That ’ s right . A few people go panning for gold in rivers . , You have many trees in your country . That ’ s another natural resources . You have many trees in your country . That ’ s another natural resources . , It ’ s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests . It ’ s a natural resources that we hardly use . Government policy is to conserve those forests . , I see . That ’ s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed . I see . That ’ s probably a good idea . Too many forest are being destroyed . , Is your country ’ s environment being damaged by the oil industry ? Is your country ’ s environment being damaged by the oil industry ? ," We have some inspections , but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil . There has been some damage , but it is under control . " I would like high speed internet installed in my house . , You have to make an appointment before we can come out and install it . You have to make an appointment before we can come out and install it . , I'd like to make an appointment right now . I'd like to make an appointment right now . , What day are you available ? What day are you available ? , I would like to have it done this Friday . I would like to have it done this Friday . , Three o'clock is the only time we can come in . Three o'clock is the only time we can come in . , Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ? Is it possible for someone to come a little earlier ? ," I'm sorry , but that's our only available time . " " I'm sorry , but that's our only available time . ", How about Saturday ? How about Saturday ? , We're completely open on Saturday . We're completely open on Saturday . , Can you come over at 11 Can you come over at 11 , That'll be fine . "You ’ re home late today , David . How was school ? ", Not bad . There ’ s a new English teacher . Not bad . There ’ s a new English teacher . ," Oh , what ’ s she like ? " " Oh , what ’ s she like ? ", She is beautiful . She is beautiful . , Is she old or young ? Is she old or young ? , She is quite young and her hair is blond . She is quite young and her hair is blond . , Is she strict ? Is she strict ? , Not really . Her eyes are blue . Not really . Her eyes are blue . , Can she speak Chinese ? Can she speak Chinese ? , Not much . She is very tall and slim . Not much . She is very tall and slim . ," David , stop dreaming . It ’ s time to do your homework . " May I have a reservation ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", I've got three guests today . We'd like a table next to the window . I've got three guests today . We'd like a table next to the window . ," All right . Your name , please . " " All right . Your name , please . ", I'm Chen Liang . I'm Chen Liang . ," Chen Liang , a table for four . And when are you coming ? " " Chen Liang , a table for four . And when are you coming ? ", We may come at 6:30 p . m . We may come at 6:30 p . m . , OK . We look forward to seeing you . Goodbye . OK . We look forward to seeing you . Goodbye . , Goodbye . What happened to you ? , I think I caught a cold . I think I caught a cold . , Do you have any symptoms ? Do you have any symptoms ? , Runny nose and coughing . Runny nose and coughing . , Do you have a fever ? Do you have a fever ? ," I have just taken the temperature , I don't think so . " " I have just taken the temperature , I don't think so . ", It's not serious . It's not serious . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Yes . Yes . , What should I do ? What should I do ? ," You should drink more hot water , and do some exercise . " Hello . I'm leaving . Here is my key . ," Just one second , sir , and I'll give you your receipt . Here you go . " " Just one second , sir , and I'll give you your receipt . Here you go . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . ," Sir , did you enjoy your stay here ? " " Sir , did you enjoy your stay here ? "," Well , most of my time here was pleasant . And New York itself is fantastic . " " Well , most of my time here was pleasant . And New York itself is fantastic . "," I'm glad you enjoyed the city , anyway . But please don't think too unkindly of us . " "I am confused . How could a golfer need so many clubs ? Seems to me , 14 altogether , right "," I should say , a a ' set ' of golf clubs is restricted to no more than 14 clubs . " " I should say , a a ' set ' of golf clubs is restricted to no more than 14 clubs . ", Then what makes a ' set ' of clubs ? Then what makes a ' set ' of clubs ? ," In general , a set of golf clubs 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , PW ; Woods : 1 , 3 , 5 and a putter . " " In general , a set of golf clubs 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , PW ; Woods : 1 , 3 , 5 and a putter . ", So many ? So many ? , This is not to say you have to carry all of these clubs . It depends on your preferences . This is not to say you have to carry all of these clubs . It depends on your preferences . , Have you heard of Tiger Woods ? Have you heard of Tiger Woods ? , Of course even people who don't know anything about golf know his name . I ’ ll be away for a moment . , Yes ? Anything I can do for you ? Yes ? Anything I can do for you ? ," Look ! I ’ v been watching that man down in the street . He keeps peeping into the shop . Keep your eyes skinned for that guy , will you ? " " Look ! I ’ v been watching that man down in the street . He keeps peeping into the shop . Keep your eyes skinned for that guy , will you ? ", Ok . Good morning . Can I help you ? , Good morning . I would like to make a reservation to Hong Kong for August 2 . Good morning . I would like to make a reservation to Hong Kong for August 2 . ," Just a moment , please . I am sorry , sir . There is no ticket available on that day . But we have flights for Hong Kong the next day . " " Just a moment , please . I am sorry , sir . There is no ticket available on that day . But we have flights for Hong Kong the next day . ", May I inquire about the departure time ? May I inquire about the departure time ? , A 9:12 flight in the morning and a 14:00 flight in the afternoon . A 9:12 flight in the morning and a 14:00 flight in the afternoon . , When will the plane reach Hong Kong for the morning flight ? When will the plane reach Hong Kong for the morning flight ? , At 10:20 At 10:20 , OK . I would like to book a ticket for that one . OK . I would like to book a ticket for that one . ," All right , sir . Please reconfirm your ticket no later than 12 noon two days before the flight ; otherwise , your reservation will automatically be canceled . " " All right , sir . Please reconfirm your ticket no later than 12 noon two days before the flight ; otherwise , your reservation will automatically be canceled . "," Yes , I know . What's the fare ? " " Yes , I know . What's the fare ? "," It's 500 dollars , not including ground transportation fares between the airport and downtown . " " It's 500 dollars , not including ground transportation fares between the airport and downtown . ", I see . Will it be doubled for the round trip ? I see . Will it be doubled for the round trip ? ," Right , sir . And please do not forget to bring a valid travel document with you when you buy the tickets . " " Right , sir . And please do not forget to bring a valid travel document with you when you buy the tickets . ", I won't . "Hi , Mike . Haven't seen you for a while . How's Cathy ? ", We are not seeing each other any more . We are not seeing each other any more . , What happened ? Did you break up ? What happened ? Did you break up ? , Yeah . I got sick and tired of her nagging all the time . Yeah . I got sick and tired of her nagging all the time . ," Oh , I am sorry . Maybe you were just emotional at that moment . Do you think you guys can get back together ? " " Oh , I am sorry . Maybe you were just emotional at that moment . Do you think you guys can get back together ? ", I don't know . There ’ s plenty of fish out there in the sea ! I don't know . There ’ s plenty of fish out there in the sea ! ," Oh , you are such a dog ! " I'm going to work in a multi-national enterprise after graduation . ," but you said your dream was to be an entrepreneur , to be your own boss . " " but you said your dream was to be an entrepreneur , to be your own boss . ", I'll do it someday . But it's not the right time now . I have to learn a lot by working as an employee . I'll do it someday . But it's not the right time now . I have to learn a lot by working as an employee . , it sounds like you've got a perfect plan . it sounds like you've got a perfect plan . , you could say so . I'll work hard in that company and try to understand as much as possible about how to run an enterprise . you could say so . I'll work hard in that company and try to understand as much as possible about how to run an enterprise . , it can save you lots of time and effort to simply copy a successful business model . it can save you lots of time and effort to simply copy a successful business model . ," yeah , the success stories of that company might be useful for me . And their customers may become the potential ones for my own company . " " yeah , the success stories of that company might be useful for me . And their customers may become the potential ones for my own company . ", that's right . You should establish good relationships with them . what else are you planning to do while working for that company ? that's right . You should establish good relationships with them . what else are you planning to do while working for that company ? ," well , I'll come up with a detailed business plan to attract the investors . " " well , I'll come up with a detailed business plan to attract the investors . "," sounds perfect . I think with all that you have in mind , you'll become a successful businessman . By then , perhaps , I'll join in as a partner of your company . " "Let's program your courses , since you have had English literature , you should take American literature and American prose and fiction.You transcript indicate that your english background is strong , so I don't think you have any problem with it . ", How many credits for each course ? How many credits for each course ? ," Three , you also should take two three-credit-course in education department . " " Three , you also should take two three-credit-course in education department . "," Thank you , sir , I'm sure I will . " "Operator , can you give me any information on the call I just received ? "," I don ’ t know who placed the call . However , the call was from Toronto . " " I don ’ t know who placed the call . However , the call was from Toronto . "," Can you tell me the calling number , please ? " " Can you tell me the calling number , please ? ", Sure . 416-790-1256 . Sure . 416-790-1256 . , Thank you . "Hello , how are you ? I am Jack . "," Hello , I am Amy . " " Hello , I am Amy . ", What brings you here ? What brings you here ? , I saw that your Corollas are on sale . I saw that your Corollas are on sale . ," Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one . " " Yes , it is really a good deal . $ 1,000 discount . I've never seen a sale as good as this one . ", Tell me about Corollas . Tell me about Corollas . ," Sure . It has 1.8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16.000 . " " Sure . It has 1.8 liter engine . This one comes with all power options , air condition , CD player , full size spare tire , automatic transmission and ABC . The window price is $ 17,000 , and I can give You for $ 16.000 . "," Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ? " " Sounds good . How about $ 15 , 000 ? ", You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere . You must be kidding ! You cannot get that price anywhere . ," I am serious . $ 15,000 . " " I am serious . $ 15,000 . "," Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do . " " Can you put down a $ 2,000 deposit , and I'll talk to my manager , see what we can do . ", No . Just talk to your manager and let me know . No . Just talk to your manager and let me know . ," Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 . " " Okay , I'll be right back ... Congratulations ! The manager approved the final price $ 15,000 . ", The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats . The price is fine if you give me free security system and free carpet mats . , You are really tough . You got a deal . You are really tough . You got a deal . , Thanks ! Look out ! Your tea water is running over . ," Oh , would you please turn off the fire ? My hands are sticky with the dough . " " Oh , would you please turn off the fire ? My hands are sticky with the dough . ", Sure . Sure . , Thanks . "So Janet , do you do any sports ? "," Well , I go to the gym a lot . I am a member of a gym nearby . " " Well , I go to the gym a lot . I am a member of a gym nearby . "," Yeah , how often do you go ? " " Yeah , how often do you go ? ", About three times a week if I can . About three times a week if I can . , Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ? Not bad ! Do you do any other sports ? ," Not really . I ’ d really like to try golf , though . " How do you decide what grade we get ? ," I look at many things , attendance , quizzes , and tests . " " I look at many things , attendance , quizzes , and tests . ", What is the most important factor ? What is the most important factor ? ," Obviously I look for improvement as we go along , but I would like you to do your best from the beginning . " " Obviously I look for improvement as we go along , but I would like you to do your best from the beginning . ", How can we keep track of our grades ? How can we keep track of our grades ? ," The final and midterm are 40 percent of your grade ; homework , attendance , and quizzes total 60 percent . " " The final and midterm are 40 percent of your grade ; homework , attendance , and quizzes total 60 percent . ", What if we can't get to school ? What if we can't get to school ? , You can only miss one class without penalty . You can only miss one class without penalty . ," If we have a major problem , will you let us know ? " " If we have a major problem , will you let us know ? ", I will be letting you know during the year if you have a major problem . What time does the museum close ? Any idea ? ," I'm not sure , but I think It's open until 4 o'clock . " " I'm not sure , but I think It's open until 4 o'clock . ", What time is it now ? What time is it now ? , It's a quarter past three . "I've come about your wools . According to our market survey , wools are likely to find a ready market in our country . ", Wonderful ! We can meet your requirements and the offer is ready for you . Here it is . The unit price is USD 15.00 per kilogram . Wonderful ! We can meet your requirements and the offer is ready for you . Here it is . The unit price is USD 15.00 per kilogram . , Do you quote CIF or FOB ? Do you quote CIF or FOB ? , It's FOB Shanghai . It's FOB Shanghai . , Could you quote the price of CIF Hamburg ? Could you quote the price of CIF Hamburg ? ," Certainly , that's easy . We will work out our CIF offer this evening . Could you come again tomorrow , say , at 10 AM ? " " Certainly , that's easy . We will work out our CIF offer this evening . Could you come again tomorrow , say , at 10 AM ? "," Okay , see you tomorrow ! " Can I have a look at your international timetable ? , Sorry.We don't have a printed one . Is there anything else I can do for you ? Sorry.We don't have a printed one . Is there anything else I can do for you ? , Yes . Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo ? Yes . Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo ? ," Sorry , we don't . I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo . " " Sorry , we don't . I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo . ", What about a flight to Paris ? What about a flight to Paris ? , Yes . It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday . I'm glad you're on your ten-year reunion planning committee . ," Yeah , you get the TV to yourself while I spend my nights surfing the Net for missing classmates . " " Yeah , you get the TV to yourself while I spend my nights surfing the Net for missing classmates . ", That's not why . This way I can see how you guys do this sort of thing . That's not why . This way I can see how you guys do this sort of thing . , I guess . Don't you have reunions in Taiwan ? I guess . Don't you have reunions in Taiwan ? , Definitely . Every year . But just for our forty-person class . Definitely . Every year . But just for our forty-person class . , Ours are for everyone that graduated in the same year . "Melanie , can you help me with something ? We need to finalize the account with the Mexican Embassy and , I need some advice on phrasing this letter correctly in English . "," Sure Tracy , let me just get my laptop . " " Sure Tracy , let me just get my laptop . "," Okay , so ... To Whom It May Concern , I am writing . " " Okay , so ... To Whom It May Concern , I am writing . "," Um , Tracy ? I think that ' s a little too formal . I know you want to be polite but you've already made contact with them , so in English you can be more relaxed in the opening ... " " Um , Tracy ? I think that ' s a little too formal . I know you want to be polite but you've already made contact with them , so in English you can be more relaxed in the opening ... "," Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just . " " Okay , more relaxed . Got it . Hey , Sally , what ' s up ? It's Tracy here , just . "," Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with "" Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ? " " Okay Tracy , now it's too relaxed ! You've still got to show some respect . How about starting with "" Dear Ms . Cooper , I'm writing to confirm ... ? "," Great , okay . "" Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine "" . " " Great , okay . "" Dear Miss Cooper , I'm writing to confirm the final quotation for the full page back cover color advertisement you requested for the spring issue of Voila magazine "" . ", That's great ... That's great ... ," "" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "" " " "" The final costing , including advert design and production , comes to forty-five thousand six hundred RIB . We want payment ten working days before publication or we will cancel the ad . Thanks for ... "" "," Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her . " " Woo , okay , back up a second , Tracy . That's too direct . Can I suggest you say , please note that final payment is due two working weeks before publication ? You don't want to offend her . "," Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with "" All the best , Tracy "" . " " Oops , okay . You are right . Then I can just end with "" All the best , Tracy "" . "," Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with "" Yours Sincerely "" . That's more professional . " " Mmmm , maybe , but I'd play it safe and just finish with "" Yours Sincerely "" . That's more professional . "," Oh , Melanie , you are a life saver , thank you ! " "hey Ayden , I was wondering if you could do me a favor . ", that depends . What is it ? that depends . What is it ? ," it's kind of a big favor . I'm absolutely flat broke , and I owe my landlady $ 200 . she's given me until Friday to give it to her , but I don't get paid until next Monday . Do you think you could loans " " it's kind of a big favor . I'm absolutely flat broke , and I owe my landlady $ 200 . she's given me until Friday to give it to her , but I don't get paid until next Monday . Do you think you could loans "," I'd love to help you out , but I'm a bit short on cash this month as well . I had to get a new engine put into my car , and that ate up my savings . " " I'd love to help you out , but I'm a bit short on cash this month as well . I had to get a new engine put into my car , and that ate up my savings . "," if you can't give me the full amount , a fraction of it would still help . I'll pay you back on Monday . I promise . " " if you can't give me the full amount , a fraction of it would still help . I'll pay you back on Monday . I promise . "," let's see , I've got about $ 50 to get me through the weekend . I can only spare about $ 20 . I would give you more if I had it , I just don't have much money to my name right now . " " let's see , I've got about $ 50 to get me through the weekend . I can only spare about $ 20 . I would give you more if I had it , I just don't have much money to my name right now . "," thanks a lot Ayden . Every little bit will help . Tell you what , if you aren't doing anything tonight , why don't you come over and have dinner at my place . " " thanks a lot Ayden . Every little bit will help . Tell you what , if you aren't doing anything tonight , why don't you come over and have dinner at my place . ", that'd be great . Thanks ! What time should I come over ? that'd be great . Thanks ! What time should I come over ? , how about at 6 pm ? how about at 6 pm ? , see you then ! "It's weekend again , I'm glad I can arrange for my personal matters . ", What do you mean by that ? What do you mean by that ? ," Oh , that means I can do whatever I like without few interruptions . " " Oh , that means I can do whatever I like without few interruptions . ", You've been always active and versatile . It seems that you are interested in everything . You've been always active and versatile . It seems that you are interested in everything . ," Oh , really ? I just have lots of hobbies in my spare time ; such as going to the concert , painting , handwriting , reading novels and reading fashion magazines . What about yours ? " " Oh , really ? I just have lots of hobbies in my spare time ; such as going to the concert , painting , handwriting , reading novels and reading fashion magazines . What about yours ? ", I have fewer hobbies than yours . That's why I find campus life a bit dull and uninteresting . I have fewer hobbies than yours . That's why I find campus life a bit dull and uninteresting . ," Oh , you can't think like that . We young people should try our best to learn new things and accept new ideas . You like taking photos and going to photography shows , why not practise the technique and catch something unforgeable ? " " Oh , you can't think like that . We young people should try our best to learn new things and accept new ideas . You like taking photos and going to photography shows , why not practise the technique and catch something unforgeable ? ", That's a good suggestion . It's fine today . Maybe I can take photos on the scenery of the lake at sunset . It must be fantastic . That's a good suggestion . It's fine today . Maybe I can take photos on the scenery of the lake at sunset . It must be fantastic . ," I quite agree with you . With our hobbies , our life can be more colorful and exciting . " " I quite agree with you . With our hobbies , our life can be more colorful and exciting . ", And I can concentrate on my study after the relaxation over the weekend . And I can concentrate on my study after the relaxation over the weekend . ," Yes , it's a good habit to have a life-long hobby . Those who practise calligraphy and Qigong always live longer . " "What's the matter with me , Doctor ? I feel so tired these days . "," Is your blood pressure , I'm afraid . It's far too high . " " Is your blood pressure , I'm afraid . It's far too high . ", And what's the cause of that ? And what's the cause of that ? , Overwork-amongst other things . You can't work 24 hours a day . You ' Ve got to slow down . Overwork-amongst other things . You can't work 24 hours a day . You ' Ve got to slow down . , But I can't just slow down . But I can't just slow down . ," You've got to , I'm afraid . And look at this . You weigh 200 stones . That's too much for a man of your size . " " You've got to , I'm afraid . And look at this . You weigh 200 stones . That's too much for a man of your size . ", You mean I've got to lose weight ? You mean I've got to lose weight ? , Yes . You've got to cut down on bread and potatoes and take more exercise . Pardon me . I need an old music box . , Exactly how old a box do you want ? Exactly how old a box do you want ? ," Actually , I was thinking about something from the 1920s . " " Actually , I was thinking about something from the 1920s . ", We still have six left . We still have six left . , Do any of the boxes have dancing figures ? Do any of the boxes have dancing figures ? , Dancing figures are quite popular . Two of the boxes have them . Dancing figures are quite popular . Two of the boxes have them . , I love the dancing figures . I'll take this music box . I love the dancing figures . I'll take this music box . ," Yes , I think you'll be very satisfied with that one . " " Yes , I think you'll be very satisfied with that one . "," I was wondering , does this come with any kind of warranty ? " " I was wondering , does this come with any kind of warranty ? "," No . But if something goes wrong with it , I know someone who repairs these things . " " No . But if something goes wrong with it , I know someone who repairs these things . ", I was just hoping . I was just hoping . , It's amazing that these things still work as well as they do . "May I have the bill , please ? ", Here is it . Here is it . , How much altogether ? How much altogether ? , The total amount is $ 185 . The total amount is $ 185 . , Does it include the charge for drinks ? Does it include the charge for drinks ? , Yes . Yes . ," Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please . " " Here is $ 200 , keep the change , please . ", Thanks . "Don ’ t be angry with them . After all , they are still children . ", But I am still worry about them . I ’ m afraid ... But I am still worry about them . I ’ m afraid ... ," If I were you , I would not put crime in their doing these thing . We should encourage our children to do what they like , so long as they are not far off track . " " If I were you , I would not put crime in their doing these thing . We should encourage our children to do what they like , so long as they are not far off track . "," Well , I won ’ t put a crime into their doings . " It ’ s time to get up . , I just went to bed . I just went to bed . , You shouldn ’ t stay up so late watching TV . I told you we had to get an early start . You shouldn ’ t stay up so late watching TV . I told you we had to get an early start . ," I know , but that movie was just too good to leave . I guess I ’ ll just have to pay the price anti-sleepy . " " I know , but that movie was just too good to leave . I guess I ’ ll just have to pay the price anti-sleepy . ", Do you want to eat breakfast here ? Do you want to eat breakfast here ? , No . why don ’ t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ? No . why don ’ t we describe and buy at the coffee shop next door ? , Ok by me . Is this watch yours ? ," No , it isn't mine . I blundered upon it under the sofa . Do you know whose watch it is ? " " No , it isn't mine . I blundered upon it under the sofa . Do you know whose watch it is ? "," Let me have a look . It's mine . I have been looking for it , but just cannot find it . It's present from my father . " " Let me have a look . It's mine . I have been looking for it , but just cannot find it . It's present from my father . "," Well , here you are . Remember to put it in a proper place . " "If we give you the job , what ’ s the most important thing you except to get ? "," Well , I just want to enjoy what I ’ m doing it ’ s the most important thing to me . " " Well , I just want to enjoy what I ’ m doing it ’ s the most important thing to me . ", Just this ? Just this ? ," Yes , because I think being interesting thing is the best teacher . Or have more opportunities to have career growth . " " Yes , because I think being interesting thing is the best teacher . Or have more opportunities to have career growth . ", Do you want to get a promotion ? Do you want to get a promotion ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Where would you like to be in 5 years ? Where would you like to be in 5 years ? ," In five years , I ’ d like to be a senior manager of this corporation . " " In five years , I ’ d like to be a senior manager of this corporation . ", How do you plan to accomplish this ? How do you plan to accomplish this ? , By doing whatever is necessary . "Yes , sir . What'll it be for you ? ", Two hamburgers and French fries . Two hamburgers and French fries . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? ," Give me two cokes also , please . " " Give me two cokes also , please . ", Is this to go or to eat here ? Is this to go or to eat here ? , We'll eat here . We'll eat here . , Here you are . That's eight fifty . Here you are . That's eight fifty . ," And can I have some ketchup , please ? " " And can I have some ketchup , please ? ", It's on the service counter over there . Cindy ! Are you getting take-out ? ," Yeah , do you want something ? " " Yeah , do you want something ? "," Yeah , thanks . Could you pick me up a chicken salad sandwich , an order of fries , and a large diet coke ? " " Yeah , thanks . Could you pick me up a chicken salad sandwich , an order of fries , and a large diet coke ? ", No problem . Do you have any cash on you ? I don ’ t think I have enough . "Don't throw paper on the floor , Bill . "," Where shall I put it , miss ? " " Where shall I put it , miss ? "," Put it in the waste-paper basket , please . " " Put it in the waste-paper basket , please . ", But Peter and Tony put all their paper in the basket a few moments ago.Now it's full . But Peter and Tony put all their paper in the basket a few moments ago.Now it's full . ," In that case , take the basket outside and empty it . " " In that case , take the basket outside and empty it . "," Yes , miss . " " Yes , miss . "," Where did you empty the basket , Bill ? " " Where did you empty the basket , Bill ? "," In the playground , miss . " " In the playground , miss . ", Silly boy ! The dustbin is at the back of the school . Now pick up the paperand put it in the dustbiri . Where is some fresh produce that's on sale ? ," Well , I think you'll like the mangoes . " " Well , I think you'll like the mangoes . ", I've never had a mango . I've never had a mango . , It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it . It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it . , Can you eat the stone ? Can you eat the stone ? , No . You would break all your teeth on it . No . You would break all your teeth on it . , How much are these mangoes ? How much are these mangoes ? , The sale price today is $ 1 each . The sale price today is $ 1 each . , Can you describe their taste ? How can I tell if they're ripe ? , Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside . Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside . , What country produces them ? What country produces them ? , They come from tropical countries . How is your new car ? , Perfect . Couldn't be better . Perfect . Couldn't be better . , Why do you say so ? Can I see your new car ? Why do you say so ? Can I see your new car ? , Of course you can . ( Lead Carl to his garage . ) Of course you can . ( Lead Carl to his garage . ) ," Wow , this new car is dynamite ! It is a shiny , beautiful car . " " Wow , this new car is dynamite ! It is a shiny , beautiful car . ", My car is simply a daisy . It drives smoothly . My car is simply a daisy . It drives smoothly . , The car has very sleek lines . I love it . The car has very sleek lines . I love it . , I am glad to hear that . I'm really pleased with it . I am glad to hear that . I'm really pleased with it . , You made a good choice . "I've heard that you provide very good service , so when I need a mover , I call you guys first . ", Thanks a lot for calling us . Could you tell me more about what you need us to do ? Thanks a lot for calling us . Could you tell me more about what you need us to do ? ," Oh , you see , we are on the 8th floor , and moving into the 6th floor in another building . It is about 15 kilometers to get there . " " Oh , you see , we are on the 8th floor , and moving into the 6th floor in another building . It is about 15 kilometers to get there . "," OK , the cost depends on the floor to move to , the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move . " " OK , the cost depends on the floor to move to , the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move . ", How much will it cost in that case ? How much will it cost in that case ? ," Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please . " " Oh , let me see . It fits the second standard rates . Have a look at the contract , please . "," Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving . " " Your charge is divided into two parts , the Payment in Advance and the rest . I thought that I should pay all of it before moving . "," No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving . " " No , firstly we sign the contract ; you pay 50 % of what it costs , and the rest when we finish moving . ", The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ? The damage and compensation item confuses me . Could you give some explanation ? ," OK . If any of the articles was damaged during moving , you may make a claim for compensation with our department . " We finally get a chance to meet . , Thank you for meeting me here . Thank you for meeting me here . , It's no problem . It's no problem . , I need to speak with you about your daughter . I need to speak with you about your daughter . , Is there something wrong ? Is there something wrong ? , I enjoy having your daughter in my class . I enjoy having your daughter in my class . , I'm glad to hear it . I'm glad to hear it . , She is a great addition to my class . She is a great addition to my class . , You don't have anything bad to say about her ? You don't have anything bad to say about her ? ," She is always behaving herself , and she's so smart . " " She is always behaving herself , and she's so smart . ", I am so happy that she's doing okay . I am so happy that she's doing okay . , I'm more than happy having her in my class . It's said that the government will clamp down on the new policy . , Are you sure of that ? Are you sure of that ? , I am not certain about that . I am not certain about that . , They may have some difficulty in doing it . I would like to register for a class today . ," No problem , what class would you like to take ? " " No problem , what class would you like to take ? ", I would very much enjoy taking a Psychology class.Because I'm crazy . I would very much enjoy taking a Psychology class.Because I'm crazy . , There are two classes that are still open . There are two classes that are still open . , Which days are these classes on ? Which days are these classes on ? , The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three . The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three . , What about the other class ? What about the other class ? , The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 . The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12 . , Are you sure there are no more open classes ? Are you sure there are no more open classes ? , I'm positive . I'm positive . , Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday . Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday . ," Okay , I'll sign you up . " Do you have any plans for Veteran ’ s Day ? , You mean Armistice Day . You mean Armistice Day . ," Well , as you know , on November 11th the allies signed a peace treaty with the Germans , also known as the Armistice Treaty . This marked the end of WWI and many countries around the world commemorate this date under names such as Remembers ’ Day . In Poland it ’ s their independence day ! There ’ s a lot going on around the world on this day . " " Well , as you know , on November 11th the allies signed a peace treaty with the Germans , also known as the Armistice Treaty . This marked the end of WWI and many countries around the world commemorate this date under names such as Remembers ’ Day . In Poland it ’ s their independence day ! There ’ s a lot going on around the world on this day . "," Wow , I didn ’ t know ! Probably because I flunked history in school . " Hello ! So you are leaving today . , Hello . Thank you for seeing me off . You actually don't need to bother . Hello . Thank you for seeing me off . You actually don't need to bother . , It is my pleasure to see you off . It is my pleasure to see you off . , Thanks a lot . I hope to see you again . Thanks a lot . I hope to see you again . ," I hope so , too . " " I hope so , too . ", Thanks again for everything you have done for me . Thanks again for everything you have done for me . , You're welcome . Have a nice trip ! What is your case against the police ? , They arrested me for nothing . They arrested me for nothing . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , They weren ’ t supposed to arrest me . They weren ’ t supposed to arrest me . , Didn ’ t they let you go ? Didn ’ t they let you go ? , They didn ’ t let me go until the next morning . They didn ’ t let me go until the next morning . , So they kept you at the station ? So they kept you at the station ? , They sure did . They sure did . , Did they tell you why they arrested you ? Did they tell you why they arrested you ? , I matched the description of a robbery suspect . I matched the description of a robbery suspect . , I understand . I understand . , I want to take them to court . May I know who's calling ? ," Hello , this is David . " " Hello , this is David . "," Glad to hear your voice , David . " I am a little nervous about my presentation on Friday . ," If you would like me to , I could help you with that . " " If you would like me to , I could help you with that . ", Wouldn't that take you away from your project ? Wouldn't that take you away from your project ? , I have plenty of time to do this . I promise you it won't be a problem for me . I have plenty of time to do this . I promise you it won't be a problem for me . , Is there a good time for you to help me ? Is there a good time for you to help me ? ," If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday . " " If we work on this tomorrow night , you could easily be ready by Friday . ", How about meeting in my office ? How about meeting in my office ? , That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have . That would work out well . Bring any concerns that you might have . , Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot . Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot . , Don't worry . Everything will go well . I promise ! "Hey man , you wanna buy some weed ? ", Some what ? Some what ? ," Weed ! You know ? Pot , Ganja , Mary Jane some chronic ! " " Weed ! You know ? Pot , Ganja , Mary Jane some chronic ! "," Oh , umm , no thanks . " " Oh , umm , no thanks . ", I also have blow if you prefer to do a few lines . I also have blow if you prefer to do a few lines . ," No , I am ok , really . " " No , I am ok , really . ", Come on man ! I even got dope and acid ! Try some ! Come on man ! I even got dope and acid ! Try some ! , Do you really have all of these drugs ? Where do you get them from ? Do you really have all of these drugs ? Where do you get them from ? , I got my connections ! Just tell me what you want and I ’ ll even give you one ounce for free . I got my connections ! Just tell me what you want and I ’ ll even give you one ounce for free . ," Sounds good ! Let ’ s see , I want . " " Sounds good ! Let ’ s see , I want . ", Yeah ? Yeah ? , I want you to put your hands behind your head ! You are under arrest ! What ’ s the date today ? , December the fifteenth . The day after tomorrow is little Tom ’ s birthday . December the fifteenth . The day after tomorrow is little Tom ’ s birthday . ," Right . What present should we give him this time ? By the way , how old is he ? " " Right . What present should we give him this time ? By the way , how old is he ? ", Thirteen today and tomorrow . Fourteen the day after tomorrow . Thirteen today and tomorrow . Fourteen the day after tomorrow . , How time flies ! He ’ s a big boy now . How time flies ! He ’ s a big boy now . ," And don ’ t forget Mary , Tom ’ s twin sister . It ’ s her birthday , too . " " And don ’ t forget Mary , Tom ’ s twin sister . It ’ s her birthday , too . ", OK . Let ’ s invite all their little friends to come and celebrate . Long time no see ! , Yes . It has been a long time since the last time we met . Yes . It has been a long time since the last time we met . , It's nice to see you again . Have you changed jobs ? It's nice to see you again . Have you changed jobs ? , No . I've been visiting relatives recently . No . I've been visiting relatives recently . , That's nice . Where have you been ? That's nice . Where have you been ? , I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco . I went to visit an uncle in San Francisco . , Are you busy now ? Are you busy now ? , No . Why ? No . Why ? , How about a coffee in that cafe ? How about a coffee in that cafe ? , Great . Let's talk over coffee . Hello ! Do you have a place where I can exercise ? ," Yes , sir . We have a fine exercise facility . " " Yes , sir . We have a fine exercise facility . "," I'm happy to hear that . Now , would you tell me where it is ? " " I'm happy to hear that . Now , would you tell me where it is ? ", You're actually standing above it . Just take the elevator or stairs down one level . You're actually standing above it . Just take the elevator or stairs down one level . , Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ? Is the hotel going to charge me a dollar a minute for gym use ? ," No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door . " " No , sir . There's no extra charge . All you need is your room key to open the door . ", And the gym hours are ? And the gym hours are ? ," Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes . " " Sir , you'll be pleased to know that our gym never closes . "," One more question , Do you have a trainer ? " " One more question , Do you have a trainer ? "," We might be getting one in the near future . But at the present time , no . " I don't know what to say . This can't be happening . Here's the obituary . , It's really there ? This all seems so surreal-like it's all one big nightmare . It's really there ? This all seems so surreal-like it's all one big nightmare . , But it explains why Taylor isn't answering and Femi took time off from work . But it explains why Taylor isn't answering and Femi took time off from work . , Poor Femi . Taylor's death must have made her realize that she still cared for him . Poor Femi . Taylor's death must have made her realize that she still cared for him . , This says the viewing is at Myers Funeral Home today until five . This says the viewing is at Myers Funeral Home today until five . , It's already half past four . We should go and pay our respects . Taylor's family will be there . What is your favorite kind of music ? , I listen to various types of music . I listen to various types of music . , What genres ? What genres ? , I enjoy listening to both Rock and R & B . I enjoy listening to both Rock and R & B . , What interests you in that type of music ? What interests you in that type of music ? , I enjoy the different types of instruments that they use . I enjoy the different types of instruments that they use . , That is a perfect reason to like a certain kind of music . That is a perfect reason to like a certain kind of music . , That's exactly what I think too . "Hi , Paulo . How are things going ? ", Everything's going very well . The first phase of the project was finished three days ahead of schedule . We're on target to complete phase two by the beginning of week 40 . Everything's going very well . The first phase of the project was finished three days ahead of schedule . We're on target to complete phase two by the beginning of week 40 . , That's good news . What stage are you at now ? That's good news . What stage are you at now ? ," Well , we've just finished laying the cabling and we're waiting for the safety inspector to give us the go-ahead to continue . I'm just going to meet him . Do you want to come ? " Could you give us a detailed description of the properties of your product ? , OK . The X2500 has the unique feature of providing better data flow with less input time . It will reduce your work load at the office . OK . The X2500 has the unique feature of providing better data flow with less input time . It will reduce your work load at the office . , Could you tell me more about it ? Could you tell me more about it ? ," Of course . One of the real pluses of this product is that it is of very high quality , and of compact size . No one can match us so far as quality is concerned . " " Of course . One of the real pluses of this product is that it is of very high quality , and of compact size . No one can match us so far as quality is concerned . ", Can you introduce its price level to me ? Can you introduce its price level to me ? , We have this item in three price level . We have this item in three price level . , We need the best possible quality . We need the best possible quality . , That means this one . That means this one . ," I see , that's what I will order . " It's hard to get tickets for the movie . , Did you get any ? Did you get any ? ," Yeah , two at the tenth rows . " " Yeah , two at the tenth rows . ", How much is the ticket ? How much is the ticket ? , 3.5 dollars each . Do you have laundry service ? , Yes.We have an excellent service here . Yes.We have an excellent service here . ," Well , would you please send someone to 502 ? I have some clothes to wash . " " Well , would you please send someone to 502 ? I have some clothes to wash . ", OK . Did you hear what she said to me ? , I heard it . I heard it . , What do you think I should do about it ? What do you think I should do about it ? , Just let it be . Her rudeness will come back to haunt her . "Here we are , Ryan ! This is where we're going to celebrate ! ", It's a ETV palace ! I'm glad I brought my platinum card . It's a ETV palace ! I'm glad I brought my platinum card . ," You won't need it . Stanley , my best man , is going to treat everybody ! " " You won't need it . Stanley , my best man , is going to treat everybody ! "," Where is Stanley ? It was his idea to have the bachelor's party at a ETV , wasn't it ? " " Where is Stanley ? It was his idea to have the bachelor's party at a ETV , wasn't it ? "," If it were up to Stanley , we'd have the wedding in the ETV ! He loves to sing . " " If it were up to Stanley , we'd have the wedding in the ETV ! He loves to sing . ", Then I bet he's really good ! Then I bet he's really good ! ," Well , uh , I'll let you decide that for yourself . He'll be here a little later . Here's our room ! " Do you know what the BBS is ? , Sure . Sure . , Tell me then . Tell me then . , BBS means Bulletin Board Service . BBS means Bulletin Board Service . ," Oh , I see , but what's it used for ? " " Oh , I see , but what's it used for ? ", A lot of things ! A lot of things ! , Tell me in details . Tell me in details . ," Okay . BBS , an online service , offers a wide variety of online games , files , one-on-one chat , message areas , private mail , and participate forums . " " Okay . BBS , an online service , offers a wide variety of online games , files , one-on-one chat , message areas , private mail , and participate forums . "," Oh , that's great . I want to try later . " " Oh , that's great . I want to try later . ", Why not ? Are you sure you know where this bus goes ? , It should go to Altadena . It should go to Altadena . , What do you mean it should ? What do you mean it should ? , I'm not completely sure if it really does . I'm not completely sure if it really does . ," Dude , are we on the right bus ? " " Dude , are we on the right bus ? ", I'm almost positive that this is the right one . I'm almost positive that this is the right one . , It doesn't look like we're on our way to Altadena . It doesn't look like we're on our way to Altadena . , We have been riding this bus for a long time . We have been riding this bus for a long time . , What does that sign say ? What does that sign say ? , I think it says Temple City . I think it says Temple City . ," Yup , I'm never trusting you with the bus schedules again . " " Yup , I'm never trusting you with the bus schedules again . ", I'm sorry . But at least we know which bus to catch to get back where we started . I'm sorry . But at least we know which bus to catch to get back where we started . ," Yeah , at least . " "Hello , is that Susan who applied for an accountant in our company through the phone ? "," Yes , speaking . Can I help you ? " " Yes , speaking . Can I help you ? ", I am the HR manager of the ABC Company . You are on the list of interviewees . Would you please come over to have an interview ? I am the HR manager of the ABC Company . You are on the list of interviewees . Would you please come over to have an interview ? ," Sure , I'd love to . Thank you . " "Hello , I set up my laundry yesterday , are they being ready ? ", They will be ready this afternoon . They will be ready this afternoon . ," Oh , no . I ’ m leaving for Japan at eleven this morning . " " Oh , no . I ’ m leaving for Japan at eleven this morning . ", Is that right ? We are very sorry Is that right ? We are very sorry ," I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry . " " I thought it the same day service . Anyway , please do a hurry . ", I ’ m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ’ clock . I ’ m afraid ... be can returned by eleven o ’ clock . ," Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ? " " Well , then . Would you send to Japan , please ? "," Yes , we ’ ll do so . " Could you tell me how to use the library ? , Sure . All you need is your student ID card or admission card to check out books and read journals or magazines in the library . Sure . All you need is your student ID card or admission card to check out books and read journals or magazines in the library . , How many books am I allowed to check out at a time ? How many books am I allowed to check out at a time ? ," Two books at a time . Except magazines or journals , they have to be read within library . " " Two books at a time . Except magazines or journals , they have to be read within library . ", How long can I keep the books ? How long can I keep the books ? ," For one month . If you can ’ t return the books in time , you'll be fined . But if you renew them , you can keep them longer . " " For one month . If you can ’ t return the books in time , you'll be fined . But if you renew them , you can keep them longer . ", I see . Now I want to check out two books on spoken English . Can you show me where I can find them ? I see . Now I want to check out two books on spoken English . Can you show me where I can find them ? ," Yes , just over there to your right . " " Yes , just over there to your right . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . "Hello , Personal Banking . How may I help you ? "," Hi there . I'm calling about Personal Internet Banking , what details can you give me ? " " Hi there . I'm calling about Personal Internet Banking , what details can you give me ? "," Personal Internet Banking is a self service financial service that is based on the Internet . It can be used by both businesses and individuals . We offer an online payment service , Personal Net Banking , which includes services such as account transfers , personal foreign exchange trading . You can also get account management services , online bill payment , for household bills like gas and electricity ... " " Personal Internet Banking is a self service financial service that is based on the Internet . It can be used by both businesses and individuals . We offer an online payment service , Personal Net Banking , which includes services such as account transfers , personal foreign exchange trading . You can also get account management services , online bill payment , for household bills like gas and electricity ... ", That sounds good . At the moment I spend ages queuing at the post office to pay my bills . "May I help you , madam ? ", Yes . I ’ m trying to find a pair of earrings to match my necklace . Can you recommend some to me ? Yes . I ’ m trying to find a pair of earrings to match my necklace . Can you recommend some to me ? ," Yes . Your gold necklace has a diamond pendant , and your eardrops should be " " Yes . Your gold necklace has a diamond pendant , and your eardrops should be ", These look wonderful . Do these come with a guarantee of quality ? These look wonderful . Do these come with a guarantee of quality ? ," Of course . If there is anything wrong with them , you can come back and show me the guarantee of quality , and then you will surely get free service . " " Of course . If there is anything wrong with them , you can come back and show me the guarantee of quality , and then you will surely get free service . ", I ’ ll take them . "Excuse me , is this the office of the Textile Corporation ? "," Yes , What can I do for you ? " " Yes , What can I do for you ? ", I'm from CTC Trade Company . Here is my card . I'm from CTC Trade Company . Here is my card . , Welcome to our corporation . I'm in charge of the export business . Welcome to our corporation . I'm in charge of the export business . , I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ... I'm glad to meet you here . You're Ms . ... ," I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ? " " I'm In Hui . Do sit down , won't you ? "," Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation . " " Thank you , Ms . In . I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation . ", We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ? We'd be very glad to do so . Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall ? ," Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ? " " Yes , I had a look around yesterday . I wish I could have them all . Can you give me a price list with specifications ? "," Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer . " " Yes , of course . If you make an inquiry , we can make you a firm offer . ", Thank you very much . My son is alway complaining that I dump on him . He was very rude and told me to mind my own business . I cannot put up with that . , What does his dad say ? What does his dad say ? , John is a peacemaker.He simply doesn ’ t bother.He says he should give him a free hand . Which movie is your favorite to watch ? ," I have to say , my favorite movie is Superbad . " " I have to say , my favorite movie is Superbad . ", Is that right ? Why ? Is that right ? Why ? ," Honestly , it is one of the funniest movies I've seen in a long time . " " Honestly , it is one of the funniest movies I've seen in a long time . ", You're right . That movie is hilarious . You're right . That movie is hilarious . , I didn't think you saw that movie . I didn't think you saw that movie . , I went to see it the day it came out . I went to see it the day it came out . , I was laughing through the whole movie . I was laughing through the whole movie . ," I couldn't help laughing , either . " " I couldn't help laughing , either . ", Same here . Same here . , I bought the movie . Would you like to come to my house and watch it ? I bought the movie . Would you like to come to my house and watch it ? , Of course . My uncle passed away last night . , My condolences . What are you looking for ? ," I lost one of my contact lenses , and I ’ m searching high and low for it . " " I lost one of my contact lenses , and I ’ m searching high and low for it . ", Where did you lose it ? Maybe I can help you to find it . Where did you lose it ? Maybe I can help you to find it . , Thank you very much . I think I lost it near the window . Can I order take-out here ? , We only have spring rolls today for take-out . We only have spring rolls today for take-out . ," Then could I have four orders , please ? " " Then could I have four orders , please ? "," Of course , ma'am . " " Of course , ma'am . ", Will it take long ? Will it take long ? , Not long . They'll be ready in a few minutes . What would you like for your main course ? ," Steak , please . " " Steak , please . "," How would you like your steak ? Rare , medium-rare or well-done ? " " How would you like your steak ? Rare , medium-rare or well-done ? "," Well-done , please . " What's the chef's specialty ? , It's fried sole . It's fried sole . ," Bring me one and besides , I would like to have a chicken cream soup . " " Bring me one and besides , I would like to have a chicken cream soup . ", Sure . Please wait for a moment . Good afternoon ! Trans Pacific Airline . How can I help you ? , I ’ m calling to cancel my reservation for Trans Pacific Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis . Could you please make it for the same flight on August 2 instead of July 19 ? I ’ m calling to cancel my reservation for Trans Pacific Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis . Could you please make it for the same flight on August 2 instead of July 19 ? ," What ’ s your name , please ? " " What ’ s your name , please ? ", My name is Judy Wang . My name is Judy Wang . ," How do you spell your name , please ? " " How do you spell your name , please ? "," My first name is J-U-D-Y , and my last name is W-A-N-G . " " My first name is J-U-D-Y , and my last name is W-A-N-G . ", Please note that this ticket has a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation . Please note that this ticket has a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation . , It ’ s OK . Where should I pay for the penalty ? It ’ s OK . Where should I pay for the penalty ? ," At the airport . OK , Miss . Wang , your Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis is canceled . Your new reservation is Trans Pacific Flight 8 from Taipei to Minneapolis at 9 thirty a . m . on August 2 . " " At the airport . OK , Miss . Wang , your Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis is canceled . Your new reservation is Trans Pacific Flight 8 from Taipei to Minneapolis at 9 thirty a . m . on August 2 . ", That ’ s 1POJ7403 . That ’ s 1POJ7403 . , That ’ s correct . That ’ s correct . , Thank you ! Thank you ! , Is there anything else I can do for you ? Is there anything else I can do for you ? ," No , thanks . I ’ m all set . Good-bye . " "Julia , I have good news for you . ", What's up ? What's up ? ," I have earned a lot of money this week , more than I do in a fortnight . " " I have earned a lot of money this week , more than I do in a fortnight . ", It is really good news . How much do you earn a week now ? It is really good news . How much do you earn a week now ? , My wages are six hundred dollars a week . But I find a part-time job to supplement my income . My wages are six hundred dollars a week . But I find a part-time job to supplement my income . ," Darling , I know you are a good husband . You don't have to work so hard . After all your health is the most important . " " Darling , I know you are a good husband . You don't have to work so hard . After all your health is the most important . "," I know , darling . I must earn enough money to buy a car . I do a part-time job to increase my income . Don't worry , I will take care of myself . " " I know , darling . I must earn enough money to buy a car . I do a part-time job to increase my income . Don't worry , I will take care of myself . ", I see . You must have more rest . T he nineteenth of June is my birthday . I'm planning to have a small party . Could you come ? ," Happy birthday to you ! I'd really love to come , but I'm not sure right now . I'll try to make it.Thank you for your invitation . " "Hi , I need to talk with the property manager right away ! ", This is the property manager . What seems to be the problem ? This is the property manager . What seems to be the problem ? ," This morning , when we woke up , there was water pouring in from the ceiling ! " " This morning , when we woke up , there was water pouring in from the ceiling ! ", Could you tell me what room had the leak ? Could you tell me what room had the leak ? ," There were several rooms , but the worst leak was in the bathroom . " " There were several rooms , but the worst leak was in the bathroom . ", Could you please remind me which floor you are on ? Could you please remind me which floor you are on ? ," We are on the second floor , one of the middle floors . " " We are on the second floor , one of the middle floors . ", I will be sending the assistant manager to check it out . May we look at it this morning ? I will be sending the assistant manager to check it out . May we look at it this morning ? ," Actually , I have to go to school right now . " " Actually , I have to go to school right now . "," If you aren ’ t there , we will use our master key to get in and check things out . " Life's so boring . ," Well , most of the time it is , I guess . " " Well , most of the time it is , I guess . ", What do you think will make you happy ? What do you think will make you happy ? , I think money will make me happy . I think money will make me happy . , You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness . You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness . , It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do . It will for me . Then I can do all the things I want to do . , You'll get bored eventually . You'll get bored eventually . ," Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work . " " Then I can find something new to do . If I don't have to worry about money , then I don't have to work . "," That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy . " " That's true , I guess . If I didn't have to work , I think I would be happy . "," You see ... money doesn't equal happiness , but it takes away a lot of responsibilities . " I ’ Ve decided to go to the cinema alone this evening . , What has caused you to make such a decision ? Didn ’ t you used to go with Helen ? What has caused you to make such a decision ? Didn ’ t you used to go with Helen ? , Helen is nice but she talks a lot . Helen is nice but she talks a lot . , Oh . That ’ s really annoying when seeing a film . Oh . That ’ s really annoying when seeing a film . , It sure is . Now let's use the weight machines . , How about the rowing machine How about the rowing machine , Great . They've all got built-in TVs . Great . They've all got built-in TVs . , Cool ! We can watch Ally Mcneal ! Cool ! We can watch Ally Mcneal ! , But we could just stay there for 20 minutes . But we could just stay there for 20 minutes . , What exercises can I do to firm up my backside What exercises can I do to firm up my backside ," I would recommend doing some squats . Spread your feet about shoulder-length apart , toes facing forward , and slowly bend at your knees . " " I would recommend doing some squats . Spread your feet about shoulder-length apart , toes facing forward , and slowly bend at your knees . ", Like this ? Like this ? , Keep your back straight and look forward . Good . Do about 3 sets of 20 . What can I do for you today ? , Can I sign up for some classes today ? Can I sign up for some classes today ? , Which classes ? Which classes ? , I would like to take a driver's course . I would like to take a driver's course . , Would you like to make an appointment ? Would you like to make an appointment ? , Why do I need an appointment ? Why do I need an appointment ? , You need to sign the paperwork . You need to sign the paperwork . , Can I do that right now ? Can I do that right now ? , When can you come in ? When can you come in ? , How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ? How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning ? , I'll schedule you for then . I'll schedule you for then . , Thanks for all your help . "What an attractive blouse , You look so pretty in this blue dress ! ", Really ? Thank you . I bought it in Spring Street yesterday . Really ? Thank you . I bought it in Spring Street yesterday . , It's very nice.It goes well with your skirt . It's very nice.It goes well with your skirt . , Thank you.It ' s very nice of you to say so . Thank you.It ' s very nice of you to say so . , Not at all.This dress certainly shows your good taste . Not at all.This dress certainly shows your good taste . , That's quite a compliment coming from you . Hello ? , Hello ? Mr . Bernie . My name is Lisa . I hope I ’ m not disturbing you . I just heard about your daughter . I wanted to call you and tell you how much we ’ ll miss her . Hello ? Mr . Bernie . My name is Lisa . I hope I ’ m not disturbing you . I just heard about your daughter . I wanted to call you and tell you how much we ’ ll miss her . , I ’ m sorry . I think you are calling the wrong person . My name is not Mr . Bernie . I ’ m sorry . I think you are calling the wrong person . My name is not Mr . Bernie . , What ? That ’ s odd . I ’ m so sorry if I ’ Ve bothered you . What ? That ’ s odd . I ’ m so sorry if I ’ Ve bothered you . , No problem . I have something really cool to tell you about ! Do you know anything about online auctions ? , Not really . Not really . ," They're awesome ! I was browsing through the eBay auction today , and I found the cutest fat little copper Buddha ! It's over a hundred years old . " " They're awesome ! I was browsing through the eBay auction today , and I found the cutest fat little copper Buddha ! It's over a hundred years old . ", Please don't tell me you bought it . Please don't tell me you bought it . , Why not ? Why not ? ," If you did , you probably got ripped off . " "Hi , Larry , how was your weekend ? ", Not bad . We had a get-together with friends from college . I haven't seen many of them since graduation . How about you ? Not bad . We had a get-together with friends from college . I haven't seen many of them since graduation . How about you ? ," Great . I hung out with Jo all day shopping , and the went out for dinner together . " " Great . I hung out with Jo all day shopping , and the went out for dinner together . ", Sounds a good weekend . You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends . Sounds a good weekend . You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends . ," Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything . " " Yeah , I never thought we could be good friends either . We have our differences . She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed , but we still get along extremely well . We can talk for hours about anything . ", That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes . That's great . I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes . ," When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her . " " When Jo and I are together , we argue a lot , but that's also part of the fun . Besides , I know she will always be there for me when I need her , and she knows I'll be there for her . ", It seems you two bring out the best of one another . It seems you two bring out the best of one another . , Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me . Exactly . Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me . ," Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other . " " Yeah , you are so lucky to have found each other . "," Thanks , I think so too . " "The City Bank . May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I'd like to close my account . " " Yes , I'd like to close my account . "," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", Adam Smith . Adam Smith . ," Alright , what's your address ? " " Alright , what's your address ? "," 56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles . " " 56 Edison Ave , Apartment 39 , Los Angeles . ", When would you like your account closed ? When would you like your account closed ? , Next Friday . Next Friday . , Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ? Okay . Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you ? ," 14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles . " " 14 May flower Ave , Los Angeles . "," Alright , We'll take care of that . " "Miss , the air-conditioner in my room doesn't work . "," Oh , sorry about that.We ' ll get it fixed as soon as we can . " Are you saying you saw an eagle ? There are no eagles here . ," Yes , I saw one . Believe me . " " Yes , I saw one . Believe me . ", You must have seen some other kind of bird . Look at this headline - Elvis Baby Born on Spacecraft . Where do these tabloids get such crazy stories ? , I ’ Ve often wondered the same thing . I also wonder who reads them . Then I realize that I ’ m standing here reading them myself . I ’ Ve often wondered the same thing . I also wonder who reads them . Then I realize that I ’ m standing here reading them myself . ," It looks as though everyone in line reads them , or at least looks at the headlines . " " It looks as though everyone in line reads them , or at least looks at the headlines . ", I think we picked the right line . This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others . I think we picked the right line . This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others . , Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food . Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food . ," I ’ m glad . We have only about twenty things here , and I ’ m in a hurry to get home . " I ’ m so hungry . Let me have a look at the menu . , We can pig out on potato chips and cookies . They are very cheap . Would you show us the menu ? , Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . ," I'd like to have prawn cocktail , and tomato soup for the main course , I'd like steak with onion , with some black coffee afterwards . " " I'd like to have prawn cocktail , and tomato soup for the main course , I'd like steak with onion , with some black coffee afterwards . "," Sorry , tomato soup is not being served today , but we have egg soup , it's very delicious . Why don't you try it today ? " " Sorry , tomato soup is not being served today , but we have egg soup , it's very delicious . Why don't you try it today ? ", It sounds good . I'll try it . It sounds good . I'll try it . , Would you like to have a drink ? Would you like to have a drink ? ," Well , I'll have a glass of mineral water . " " Well , I'll have a glass of mineral water . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," No , thank you . I think it's enough for dinner . " " No , thank you . I think it's enough for dinner . ", OK . I'll be back soon . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , please . I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt . " " Yes , please . I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt . ", Any particular colour ? Any particular colour ? , Not really . Not really . , How about this one ? How about this one ? ," I like the design , but don't particularly care for the colour . Do you have that in other colours , too ? " " I like the design , but don't particularly care for the colour . Do you have that in other colours , too ? "," Well , they come in white , pale yellow , aqua , red and green . Will a white one do ? " " Well , they come in white , pale yellow , aqua , red and green . Will a white one do ? "," Yes . I prefer white - and may I see a pale yellow one , too ? " " Yes . I prefer white - and may I see a pale yellow one , too ? "," Why , of course . Let's see ... White ... Pale yellow . Here you are , sir . " Just make yourself at home . , Thank you . You are cooking up a storm . Thank you . You are cooking up a storm . , Wouldn't you like some more chicken ? Wouldn't you like some more chicken ? ," No , thank you . I'm afraid I can't take in anymore . " I ’ ll take this blouse and skirt please . , How would you like to pay ? How would you like to pay ? , Can I pay by card ? Can I pay by card ? , Cash or card is fine . Cash or card is fine . ," Ok , I ’ ll pay by card then . " "Hi , Ellen ! How is it going ? "," Can ’ t be better ! Bob , aren ’ t you glad the semester is over ? " " Can ’ t be better ! Bob , aren ’ t you glad the semester is over ? ", Yep ! Are you going to the rock concert Friday night ? Yep ! Are you going to the rock concert Friday night ? , I didn ’ t think much of it . Are you ? I didn ’ t think much of it . Are you ? , Sure . Would you like go with me ? Sure . Would you like go with me ? , Sounds like fun . Sounds like fun . , You ’ ll have to buy your own ticket though . You ’ ll have to buy your own ticket though . , Are you broke again ? Let me treat you . Are you broke again ? Let me treat you . , Wow ! When did you come into so much cash ? Wow ! When did you come into so much cash ? ," You know , I am a waitress at the student center . Anyway now those final exams are almost over . I ’ d love a night out . " How much was your watch ? , Take a guess . How is your English ability ? , Not bad . I ’ m proficient in both written and spoken English . Not bad . I ’ m proficient in both written and spoken English . ," English and computer skills are comparatively important to this position , especially in the starting period . What ’ s your ability in these two fields ? " " English and computer skills are comparatively important to this position , especially in the starting period . What ’ s your ability in these two fields ? "," I passed College English Test Band 6 , with good skill in listening , speaking , reading , and writing . I haven't got any certificate of computer skills , because I don ’ t think certificates are necessary if what ’ s needed is merely operating a computer . I think practically , to know how to use a computer is more important . And I am quite familiar with Microsoft Office . " " I passed College English Test Band 6 , with good skill in listening , speaking , reading , and writing . I haven't got any certificate of computer skills , because I don ’ t think certificates are necessary if what ’ s needed is merely operating a computer . I think practically , to know how to use a computer is more important . And I am quite familiar with Microsoft Office . ", What else do you have to prove your English ability ? What else do you have to prove your English ability ? ," I took a part-time job last semester in translating and doing reception work for an exhibition . My work included hosting the visiting foreign exhibitors , communicating with them , arranging their agenda , and translating several materials . I think this activity well demonstrated my ability in English . And I will be glad to take any form of English test you arrange for me to prove my ability . " " I took a part-time job last semester in translating and doing reception work for an exhibition . My work included hosting the visiting foreign exhibitors , communicating with them , arranging their agenda , and translating several materials . I think this activity well demonstrated my ability in English . And I will be glad to take any form of English test you arrange for me to prove my ability . ", How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ? How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with ? ," I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm . When I get them involved with something constructive , some of them change their attitude later . " " I stick to my principles and keep to the rules . Sometimes , they just lack enthusiasm . When I get them involved with something constructive , some of them change their attitude later . "," Yes , I see . " Will you look at this form ? , Are you having problems with it ? Are you having problems with it ? , I don't understand some things . I don't understand some things . , Let me help you . Let me help you . , What does MI mean ? What does MI mean ? , MI stands for Middle Initial . MI stands for Middle Initial . , What does MM / DD / YY mean ? What does MM / DD / YY mean ? , That means Month / Day / Year . Use numbers . That means Month / Day / Year . Use numbers . , I don't understand . I don't understand . ," For example , if your birth date is January 12 , 1987 , write 01/12 /8 7 . " " For example , if your birth date is January 12 , 1987 , write 01/12 /8 7 . ", Oh . That's simple enough . Oh . That's simple enough . ," Always print clearly , and fill in the bubbles completely . " Would you like chicken or beef ? ," Chicken , please . " " Chicken , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thank you . Oh , can I have another drink ? " " Thank you . Oh , can I have another drink ? ", Certainly . The service cart will be down the aisle again soon . "At the Beijing Olympics , all four table tennis events were all-Chinese finals . A clean sweep again ! ", Yes . All international ping-pong tournaments have become a demonstration of Chinese supremacy in the sport . Yes . All international ping-pong tournaments have become a demonstration of Chinese supremacy in the sport . , Do you know any secrets to China's success ? Do you know any secrets to China's success ? ," In the first place , I think the whole nation is just fond of the game . It is well grounded with the mass . With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong , we can always spot a handful of potential world champions . " " In the first place , I think the whole nation is just fond of the game . It is well grounded with the mass . With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong , we can always spot a handful of potential world champions . "," So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership . " " So , the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership . "," Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules . " " Sure . There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams , and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules . ", For example ? For example ? ," They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other . " " They are subject to hard training . And you know what , for a player on the national team , personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions . They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other . "," Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights ! " " Oh , dear ! It's an encroachment on individual rights ! "," Well , ping-pong is our national sport , and we just have to keep winning one honor after another . That's why many people think such rules acceptable . After all , they are funded out of taxpayers'money . " Do you think you can fix my computer ? , I'll give it a try . I'm sorry for spilling my drink on your rug . , There's no need to apologize . There's no need to apologize . , But I ruined your rug . But I ruined your rug . , Forget it . It was an accident . How do you feel ? , I'm nervous as can be . "You're really fit , Paul . Do you exercise very much ? "," Well , I almost always get up very early , and I lift weights for an hour . " " Well , I almost always get up very early , and I lift weights for an hour . ", You're kidding ! You're kidding ! , No . And then I often go Rollerblading . No . And then I often go Rollerblading . , Wow ! How often do you exercise like that ? Wow ! How often do you exercise like that ? , About five times a week . What about you ? About five times a week . What about you ? ," Oh , I hardly ever exercise . I usually just watch TV in my free time . I guess I'm a real couch potato ! " Did you see the fashion awards last night ? , I sat through about half of it but they lost me after that . I sat through about half of it but they lost me after that . , Not interested ? Not interested ? ," Not really , to be honest . Some of what they call fashion looks terrible to me . " " Not really , to be honest . Some of what they call fashion looks terrible to me . ", But they are showing what will be all the rage next year . But they are showing what will be all the rage next year . , All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street . All the rage with whom ? I never see anyone wearing these designs on the street . , Did you know that fashion is cyclical ? Did you know that fashion is cyclical ? ," What , it keeps coming back ? " " What , it keeps coming back ? "," Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again . " " Precisely ! For example , Flares were popular for a while , then went out of fashion . Now we can start to see them coming back in again . ", Flares ? Flares ? , They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers . They're also known as bell-bottoms . They are a type of trousers . , It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes . It's too complicated . I'll just stick to the plain clothes . ," That's fine , but then you'll always look plain . " "Just as the saying goes , every potter praises his own pot . You should pay special attention to selling yourself properly in the interview . ", It is especially important for the graduates who step into the job market for the first time . It is especially important for the graduates who step into the job market for the first time . ," You'd better prepare what you are going to say in advance , in order to have a good performance in the interview . " " You'd better prepare what you are going to say in advance , in order to have a good performance in the interview . ", The contents should be mainly descriptions of your background . And the length depends on the particular situation . The contents should be mainly descriptions of your background . And the length depends on the particular situation . ," Only when you are aware of what the interviewer will be interested in , can you make a targeted preparation . " " Only when you are aware of what the interviewer will be interested in , can you make a targeted preparation . "," To sell yourself successfully , you should leave the interviewer a deep impression . " " To sell yourself successfully , you should leave the interviewer a deep impression . "," Selling yourself should go straight to the point , and the statement should be clear and brief . " " Selling yourself should go straight to the point , and the statement should be clear and brief . ", It should also be truthful and realistic . Do not blindly blow your own horn . It should also be truthful and realistic . Do not blindly blow your own horn . , You should particularly state your strong points which are closely related to the position you are applying for . You should particularly state your strong points which are closely related to the position you are applying for . ," While you should not omit your weak points , they need to be described appropriately " " While you should not omit your weak points , they need to be described appropriately "," Time permitted , you could add certain examples to your description . " " Time permitted , you could add certain examples to your description . "," Besides , in the interview , it is best that you make corresponding adjustments to apply your prepared contents flexibly . " "Hello , can I start you off with anything to drink ? "," Yes , may I have some water , please ? " " Yes , may I have some water , please ? "," Sure , would you like any appetizers today ? " " Sure , would you like any appetizers today ? ", May I get an order of barbeque wings ? May I get an order of barbeque wings ? ," No problem , can I get you anything else ? " " No problem , can I get you anything else ? "," No , thank you , that'll be all for now . " " No , thank you , that'll be all for now . "," Okay , let me know when you're ready to order your food . " " Okay , let me know when you're ready to order your food . ", I'm ready . I'm ready . ," Okay , what can I get you ? " " Okay , what can I get you ? ", May I have the fettuccini Alfredo ? May I have the fettuccini Alfredo ? , Will that be all ? Will that be all ? ," Yes , that's it . " Can you finish your homework in ten minutes ? , It will be a piece of cake . "Excuse me . I bought this shirt yesterday , but I would like to refund it . "," Gave me the receipt , please . " " Gave me the receipt , please . ", Here is my receipt . Here is my receipt . , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , It's too small for me to wear . It's too small for me to wear . , Would you like another bigger one ? Would you like another bigger one ? , No thanks . I want to have a refund . No thanks . I want to have a refund . ," OK , here is your money . " Good morning . Wilson Association . ," This is Mr Brown speaking . I'd like to speak to Mr . Thomas , please . " " This is Mr Brown speaking . I'd like to speak to Mr . Thomas , please . "," I'm sorry , but Mr.Thomas left the office a few minutes ago . " " I'm sorry , but Mr.Thomas left the office a few minutes ago . "," That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ? " " That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ? ", I'm afraid not . He's gone for the rest of the day . I'm afraid not . He's gone for the rest of the day . , Is there anywhere I can reach him ? Is there anywhere I can reach him ? , I don't believe so . He's going out of town on business . May I take a message ? I don't believe so . He's going out of town on business . May I take a message ? ," I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it . " " I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it . ", Would you care to make another appointment ? Would you care to make another appointment ? ," Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days . " " Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days . ", I see . I can tell Mr.Thomas that you phoned . I see . I can tell Mr.Thomas that you phoned . , Thank you . Thank you . , Bye-bye . I was scared stiff of giving my first performance . , Were you ? your performance was excellent . Were you ? your performance was excellent . , Thank you for your kindly words . Have you ever sung with a karaoke ? ," Yes , I do it quite often . " " Yes , I do it quite often . ", Karaoke has become a major entertainment . I wonder why . Karaoke has become a major entertainment . I wonder why . ," Simple , it's fun . " " Simple , it's fun . "," How much fun is there in singing in front of other people , especially if you don't sing well ? " " How much fun is there in singing in front of other people , especially if you don't sing well ? "," Ah , that's the biggest fun of all . You see , even though you're not a good singer , people will listen to you . " " Ah , that's the biggest fun of all . You see , even though you're not a good singer , people will listen to you . ", I wouldn't do that . I wouldn't do that . , But I like the feeling . "How ’ s your little girl , Debbie ? "," Oh , she ’ s just fine . She ’ s so grown up now . " " Oh , she ’ s just fine . She ’ s so grown up now . ", How old is she ? How old is she ? , Four and a half going on twelve ! What's on TV tonight ? , Nothing special . Do you need a guide ? ," Yes , we are just looking for one . What's the charge per day ? " " Yes , we are just looking for one . What's the charge per day ? "," It's $ 20 . If you are staying for more than 3 days in the city , the charge is $ 16 per day . " " It's $ 20 . If you are staying for more than 3 days in the city , the charge is $ 16 per day . ", That's reasonable . Can I help you ? ," Wait a minute , please . " " Wait a minute , please . ", Have you made a reservation ? Have you made a reservation ? ," No , I'd like to book a single room with one double bed . " " No , I'd like to book a single room with one double bed . ", How long will you be staying ? How long will you be staying ? ," 2 nights , how much does it cost ? " " 2 nights , how much does it cost ? ", A single room costs you $ 85 / day . A single room costs you $ 85 / day . , Does the charge include everything ? Does the charge include everything ? , Yes . Yes . , Do you require a deposit ? Do you require a deposit ? ," No , You can pay when you check out . " "Okay , so let ’ s go over everything one more time . I really want you to get this job ! "," I know ! It ’ s an amazing growth opportunity ! They ’ re true industry leaders , and it would be so interesting to be part of an organization that is the undisputed leader in business process platform development . " " I know ! It ’ s an amazing growth opportunity ! They ’ re true industry leaders , and it would be so interesting to be part of an organization that is the undisputed leader in business process platform development . "," So , let ’ s see , you did your research on the company , right ? " " So , let ’ s see , you did your research on the company , right ? "," Well , I visited their website and read up on what they do . They ’ re an IT service company that offers comprehensive business solutions for large corporations . They provide services such as ARM development , and they also offer customdesigned applications . " " Well , I visited their website and read up on what they do . They ’ re an IT service company that offers comprehensive business solutions for large corporations . They provide services such as ARM development , and they also offer customdesigned applications . ", So what would your role in the company ? So what would your role in the company ? ," Well , the position is for an account manager . That basically means that I would be the link between our and our development team . " " Well , the position is for an account manager . That basically means that I would be the link between our and our development team . "," Sounds good , and so , why do you want to work with them ? " " Sounds good , and so , why do you want to work with them ? "," Well , as I said they ’ re the industry leaders , they have a really great growth strategy , amazing development opportunities for employees , and it seems like they have strong corporate governance . They ’ re all about helping companies grow and unleashing potential . I guess their core values and mission really resonated with me . Oh , and they offer six weeks ’ vacation , stock options and bonuses ... I ’ m totally going to cash in on that . " " Well , as I said they ’ re the industry leaders , they have a really great growth strategy , amazing development opportunities for employees , and it seems like they have strong corporate governance . They ’ re all about helping companies grow and unleashing potential . I guess their core values and mission really resonated with me . Oh , and they offer six weeks ’ vacation , stock options and bonuses ... I ’ m totally going to cash in on that . "," You idiot ! Don ’ t say that ! Do you want this job , or not ? " "You are late again , Maria . The teacher is about to come . ", I know . I have to prepare the supper for the whole family before I leave . I know . I have to prepare the supper for the whole family before I leave . ," Oh , Ben has been cooking for us since I started attending this evening class . The good thing is , he has made great progress in cooking . " " Oh , Ben has been cooking for us since I started attending this evening class . The good thing is , he has made great progress in cooking . ", The housework is really a big problem for me . My husband is on a business trip to the U . S . now and I have to take care of everything myself . The housework is really a big problem for me . My husband is on a business trip to the U . S . now and I have to take care of everything myself . , How about your one-year-old baby ? How about your one-year-old baby ? ," I've asked my parents to live with us for a while , so they can look after her for me while I am at work or in the class . " " I've asked my parents to live with us for a while , so they can look after her for me while I am at work or in the class . "," How sweet of them ! I have to work in the day time , study at night , and do housework during my spare time . I really hope I have eight arms and legs , like an octopus . " " How sweet of them ! I have to work in the day time , study at night , and do housework during my spare time . I really hope I have eight arms and legs , like an octopus . ", Me too . Sometimes I do want to give it up . I can't deal with so many things at a time . Me too . Sometimes I do want to give it up . I can't deal with so many things at a time . , When is your Adult College Entrance Exam ? When is your Adult College Entrance Exam ? , It's close coming up at the end of this month . That will be no more than 15 days from now on . It's close coming up at the end of this month . That will be no more than 15 days from now on . ," Oh , my Adult College Entrance Exam is also around then . I don't know if I can pass it . " " Oh , my Adult College Entrance Exam is also around then . I don't know if I can pass it . "," Why don't you take the CPA exam ? You are already a good accountant , having so many years of experience . " " Why don't you take the CPA exam ? You are already a good accountant , having so many years of experience . "," I just want to study in a college , majoring in economics . I've had this dream for a long time . " Do you want some dessert ? , No thanks . We just need our check . Have you seen the waitress ? No thanks . We just need our check . Have you seen the waitress ? ," Oh , here comes our waitress with our check . " " Oh , here comes our waitress with our check . "," The service here has been really great , don't you think ? " " The service here has been really great , don't you think ? "," Yes , the service was quite good . " " Yes , the service was quite good . "," So , let's look at the check . The total is $ 36.00 . " " So , let's look at the check . The total is $ 36.00 . ", How much do you think we should leave for a tip ? How much do you think we should leave for a tip ? ," Usually people leave 15 % , but this was exceptional service . I am thinking that maybe 20 % would be appropriate . " " Usually people leave 15 % , but this was exceptional service . I am thinking that maybe 20 % would be appropriate . ", I agree that 20 % would be just about right . I agree that 20 % would be just about right . ," OK , so that will bring her tip to $ 7.20 . Add it to the $ 36.00 and the total is $ 43.20 . " " OK , so that will bring her tip to $ 7.20 . Add it to the $ 36.00 and the total is $ 43.20 . "," Yes , what a nice dinner that was ! " " Yes , what a nice dinner that was ! ", We'll have to make sure to come back here again real soon . How do you understand the organizational structure of a company ? , The organizational structure is the company's framework of communication and authority . The organizational structure is the company's framework of communication and authority . ," Is it true that just like a human skeleton that defines their shapes , companies have structures that define theirs ? " " Is it true that just like a human skeleton that defines their shapes , companies have structures that define theirs ? "," Yes , you are right . " Why are you in court today ? ," I got a ticket , and I would like to fight it . " " I got a ticket , and I would like to fight it . ", Is the officer that pulled you over here today ? Is the officer that pulled you over here today ? , He's here . He's here . , Tell me what happened . Tell me what happened . ," The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't . " " The officer says that I ran a red light , but I didn't . ", The officer wouldn't lie about that . The officer wouldn't lie about that . ," He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it . " " He must've , because the signal had a camera on top of it . ", There was no picture taken of your license plate ? There was no picture taken of your license plate ? , I don't believe it took my picture . I don't believe it took my picture . , I'm just going to let you go . I'm just going to let you go . , I appreciate that . This is the best dinner I've ever had . , How about the soup ? How about the soup ? , I've never tasted anything better . I've never tasted anything better . , How nice of you to say so . How about doing shopping this weekend ? , What're you going to buy ? What're you going to buy ? , Sportshoes.Will you go with me ? Sportshoes.Will you go with me ? , OK . Could you just hold this for me ? , What are you doing ? Is anything wrong ? What are you doing ? Is anything wrong ? ," Yes , but I've nearly fixed it . Just take it , will you ? " " Yes , but I've nearly fixed it . Just take it , will you ? "," Oh , yes , of course . I'm sorry-I wasn't thinking ... " Is your city a historical place ? ," Not rally . 200 years ago , it was just a small insignificant village . " " Not rally . 200 years ago , it was just a small insignificant village . ", How did it grow into such a large place ? How did it grow into such a large place ? , Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here . The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre . Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here . The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre . ," As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby . " " As the city grew , it must have absorbed many village nearby . "," Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city . " " Yes , it did . The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city . ", I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ? I see . Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city ? ," Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too . " " Oh , yes . Several of the buildings from the villages still survive . Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs . There was a castle near one village , so our city has a castle too . ", Really ? So your city does have some old history after all . Are the ceremony and reception held in the same place ? ," No , not usually . Most people are married in a church , and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception . Sometimes , however , they hold the reception in a big room in the church . " " No , not usually . Most people are married in a church , and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception . Sometimes , however , they hold the reception in a big room in the church . ", Where do they go ? Where do they go ? ," Either they go to a public place such as a hotel , a restaurant , or a club , or to the home of the brid " " Either they go to a public place such as a hotel , a restaurant , or a club , or to the home of the brid ", They go to the home of the bride ? They go to the home of the bride ? , Why do you ask ? Why do you ask ? , The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite . The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite . ," Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home . " " Oh ! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement , costs , etc . So the reception is held at her home . ", That's very expensive for the family of the bride . That's very expensive for the family of the bride . , Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding . Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding . , Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ? Tell me something about the bridal bouquet . Isn't it the custom to throw it ? , Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married . Yes . When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place . The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it . The one who does will be the next one married . , Maybe I'll be the one . could we possibly discuss my salary some time ? , sure . sure . ," first of all , I want you to know that I really like working for this company . Do you think I'm doing a good job here ? " " first of all , I want you to know that I really like working for this company . Do you think I'm doing a good job here ? "," well , you are a very hard-worker . " " well , you are a very hard-worker . "," I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent . " " I try very hard . The problem is , my salary just isn't enough to live on . Now that I have a wife and a child to support , we hardly have enough money for food and rent . ", there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ? there are trying times for everyone . What do you propose ? , I could really use a 5 % rise . I could really use a 5 % rise . ," that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise . " " that's quite a bit . If I give you a raise , I'm going to have to give everyone a raise . "," listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities . " " listen , if you give me a raise , I'll take on extra responsibilities . "," that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it . " " that sounds reasonable . How about this , from now on , you can be responsible for scheduling . That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift , then you'll have to do it . ", that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ? that's fine . Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work ? , of course . It's be against the law if we didn't . of course . It's be against the law if we didn't . , that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it . that sounds good to me . I really appreciate it . , you are welcome . Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling . Welcome ! Sophia told us you were coming ! , Um ... It's wonderful to be here . Uh ... this place looks really cozy . Um ... It's wonderful to be here . Uh ... this place looks really cozy . , Thank you ! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato ! Are you shy ? Thank you ! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato ! Are you shy ? , Maybe ... Maybe ... , Some of my grappa will cure your shyness . Some of my grappa will cure your shyness . , Is that a kind of alcohol ? Is that a kind of alcohol ? , It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it ! It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day . You will love it ! , Great . My face will turn even redder ! "Chris , where are you going ? ", I'm going to the store . I'm going to the store . , Really ? I need to go to the store too . Really ? I need to go to the store too . , Would you like to come with me ? Would you like to come with me ? ," Yeah , let's go together . " " Yeah , let's go together . ", Would you like to go now or later ? Would you like to go now or later ? , Now . Now . , What ? What ? , Now would be better . Now would be better . ," OK , let's go . " " OK , let's go . ", Should we walk ? Should we walk ? ," No , it's too far . Let's drive . " Jane ! What an enchanting skirt you have on ! , Thank you ! Guess how much it costs . Thank you ! Guess how much it costs . ," Bright colors , smooth material , exquisite craftsmanship , soft lines ... Darling , it looks elegant on you ! It can't be any cheap stuff . Something around two hundred , I guess . " " Bright colors , smooth material , exquisite craftsmanship , soft lines ... Darling , it looks elegant on you ! It can't be any cheap stuff . Something around two hundred , I guess . ", Your offer is way off the mark . It set me back only sixty-five . Your offer is way off the mark . It set me back only sixty-five . ," Then you got a windfall ! Was sixty-five the original price , or did you get a special discount ? " " Then you got a windfall ! Was sixty-five the original price , or did you get a special discount ? ", Neither . I drove a hard bargain with the vendor before I got the price down . Neither . I drove a hard bargain with the vendor before I got the price down . , How much did she ask for ? How much did she ask for ? ," Three hundred ! That's daylight robbery . How dare she play tricks on an old hand like me ? Without hesitation , I gave my offer---no more than fifty . " " Three hundred ! That's daylight robbery . How dare she play tricks on an old hand like me ? Without hesitation , I gave my offer---no more than fifty . "," She must be fuming with anger at such a bid , wasn't she ? " " She must be fuming with anger at such a bid , wasn't she ? "," Not at all ! She's really been around , and seemed quite accustomed to bargaining like this . That's the trade . She only demanded a higher bid , saying the purchase price was even higher than seventy . She was lying ! Then I inquired , ' May I have it at sixty ? ' she waved her head . " " Not at all ! She's really been around , and seemed quite accustomed to bargaining like this . That's the trade . She only demanded a higher bid , saying the purchase price was even higher than seventy . She was lying ! Then I inquired , ' May I have it at sixty ? ' she waved her head . ", Then you pretended to go without buying it ? Then you pretended to go without buying it ? ," Yeah . I turned around and started to move out . Just then , she yelped behind my back , ' all right , all right ! I may sacrifice a little . Let's fix it sixty-five ! Can't be cheaper . ' " "In the past half year , we made some schedules and objectives , do you still remember that ? "," Of course . I spent the whole week to know the general process for these plans . And since I was employed , I have been working on them . Madam , how am I doing ? Are you satisfied with my job ? " " Of course . I spent the whole week to know the general process for these plans . And since I was employed , I have been working on them . Madam , how am I doing ? Are you satisfied with my job ? ", How do you feel what you have done ? Did you meet our goals ? How do you feel what you have done ? Did you meet our goals ? ," I suppose so . I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process . Certainly without my colleagues ' help , I could not do these things in such a short period . " " I suppose so . I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process . Certainly without my colleagues ' help , I could not do these things in such a short period . "," Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset . " " Yes . And you also overworked in last month , when Steven asked for leave . I have been very satisfied with your performance . And your dependability has been a great asset . "," Thanks for your praise , Madam . " "Hello , Tom ! Do you have plans for this evening ? ", Nothing special . Nothing special . , How about having dinner with me ? How about having dinner with me ? , That's great . I would love to . And when ? That's great . I would love to . And when ? ," Let ’ s fix it at seven o'clock , OK ? " " Let ’ s fix it at seven o'clock , OK ? "," No problem . However , maybe I should come early to help you prepare the dinner . " " No problem . However , maybe I should come early to help you prepare the dinner . ", Don ’ t worry . I will arrange everything . Don ’ t worry . I will arrange everything . ," All right , see you tonight . " " All right , see you tonight . ", See you . It ’ s rather cold . Isn ’ t it , Oh . Yes . It is Oh . Yes . It is , Shall I light the stove ? Shall I light the stove ? , That ’ s a good idea That ’ s a good idea , Well . What ’ s the climate like in your country ? Well . What ’ s the climate like in your country ? , It ’ s mild . but it ’ s not always pleasant . It ’ s mild . but it ’ s not always pleasant . , Which season do you like best ? Which season do you like best ? , I like spring . The days are long and the nights are short . The flowers in blew . We go on picnics Do you have a moment ? , Sure . What do you need ? Sure . What do you need ? , I'm having some trouble . I don't know how to use this printer . I've never seen this kind of office printer before . Is it a new brand ? I'm having some trouble . I don't know how to use this printer . I've never seen this kind of office printer before . Is it a new brand ? ," Yes , we just got it and it is fabulous . Well , first you have to turn this switch on . " " Yes , we just got it and it is fabulous . Well , first you have to turn this switch on . ", Silly me ! Now press this button . ," Oh , it's out of paper . Do you have any more ? " " Oh , it's out of paper . Do you have any more ? ", Just a second . I'll go get some . Then you need to send the file . Make sure you choose the right printer . We have a few here and you're hooked up to all of them . Just a second . I'll go get some . Then you need to send the file . Make sure you choose the right printer . We have a few here and you're hooked up to all of them . , Which one is this ? Which one is this ? , It's the Canon . Howdy ! Nice car ! What seems to be the problem ? ," I don ’ t know ! This stupid old car started spewing white smoke and it just died on me . Luckily , I managed to start it up and drive it here . What do you think it is ? " " I don ’ t know ! This stupid old car started spewing white smoke and it just died on me . Luckily , I managed to start it up and drive it here . What do you think it is ? "," Not sure yet.How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ’ t look good . " " Not sure yet.How about you pop the hood and we can take a look . Mmmm , it doesn ’ t look good . ", What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ’ s brand new ! What do you mean ? My daddy gave me this car for my birthday last month . It ’ s brand new ! ," Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died . " " Well missy , the white smoke that you saw is steam from the radiator . You overheated your engine so now the pistons are busted and so is your transmission . You should have called us and we could have towed you over here when your car died . ", Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ? Ugh ... So how long is this going to take ? An hour ? ," I ’ m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks . " " I ’ m afraid a bit more than that . We need to order the spare parts , take apart your electrical system , fuel pump and engine and then put it back together again . You are going to have to leave it here for at least two weeks . ", What ! How am I supposed to get to school or go shopping ? This is not happening ! I'm checking out tomorrow . What time must I vacate the room ? , Before 12 a . m . Before 12 a . m . , I see . Thank you . I haven't seen your father in like 5 years . How is he doing ? , He's not doing too well . He's not doing too well . , Why ? What's wrong ? Why ? What's wrong ? ," About a year ago , he started feeling weak all the time . " " About a year ago , he started feeling weak all the time . ", Is it due to old age or is he sick . Is it due to old age or is he sick . , Maybe a little of both . The doctor's can't point out anything specifically . I think it is because he didn't take care of himself during his youth . Maybe a little of both . The doctor's can't point out anything specifically . I think it is because he didn't take care of himself during his youth . , That makes sense . It's important to take care of your health early in life . That makes sense . It's important to take care of your health early in life . , That's what my father tells me almost everyday . That's what my father tells me almost everyday . ," Well , I hope he starts feeling better . Say hi to him for me . " " Well , I hope he starts feeling better . Say hi to him for me . ", Thanks . I'll let him know . My car has broken down . Could someone come right away and check it ? , Where are you now ? Where are you now ? ," I am on Route 80 , a few miles east of the University of Utah . " " I am on Route 80 , a few miles east of the University of Utah . ", What does your car look like ? What does your car look like ? , It is a red Audi . Where can I call a taxi ? ," There's a taxi rank over there , right outside the gate . " Would you like to order now ? , This all looks good ! I think we know what we want . This all looks good ! I think we know what we want . ," Please let me point out the chef's special , which is blackened catfish . " " Please let me point out the chef's special , which is blackened catfish . "," I am dieting , so could the chef prepare the food with no extra sauce ? " " I am dieting , so could the chef prepare the food with no extra sauce ? ", We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs . We are always happy to adjust our cooking to meet your needs . , Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ? Could you tell me if there are any entrees that are vegetarian ? , The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice . The cashew broccoli noodles or the cheese and veggie enchiladas would be an excellent choice . , I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side . I am going to go with the grilled shrimp with garlic sauce . I would like the garlic sauce on the side . ," Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ? " " Would you like your salad brought to you with your entree , or would you like it served now ? ", You can serve our salads with our dinner . I ’ m moving out . , Your lease isn ’ t up yet . Your lease isn ’ t up yet . , I won ’ t be able to stay here anymore . I won ’ t be able to stay here anymore . , That ’ s going to be a problem . That ’ s going to be a problem . , I don ’ t know why there ’ s a problem . I don ’ t know why there ’ s a problem . , It ’ s a problem because I can ’ t give you your deposit back . It ’ s a problem because I can ’ t give you your deposit back . , Why can ’ t you give it back to me ? Why can ’ t you give it back to me ? , You ’ re breaking our contract . You ’ re breaking our contract . , I ’ m going to need my deposit back . I ’ m going to need my deposit back . , That ’ s not going to happen . That ’ s not going to happen . ," I can ’ t stay here , though . " " I can ’ t stay here , though . ", That ’ s really not my problem . How can I help you ? ," well , I'm looking for some summer clothes . " " well , I'm looking for some summer clothes . "," Oh , it is the right time for you purchasing in our clothes shop . We are now having a low price on all our summer apparel . " " Oh , it is the right time for you purchasing in our clothes shop . We are now having a low price on all our summer apparel . ", Really ? What's that ? Really ? What's that ? , Everything for summer is 20 % off . Everything for summer is 20 % off . , I like this T-shirt . Would you like to help me look for any skirts that go with it ? I like this T-shirt . Would you like to help me look for any skirts that go with it ? , Sure . We have both skirts and trousers that would look well with the T-shirt . Look at this section . Sure . We have both skirts and trousers that would look well with the T-shirt . Look at this section . , This one is good . This one is good . , You have good taste . It is very much in style this year . You have good taste . It is very much in style this year . , I'll take this one . How much are they ? I'll take this one . How much are they ? , 160 yuan . 160 yuan . , Here you are . "What a charming room ! It faces south , and there's such a lovely view of the city . ", I'm glad you like it . The bell is on the bedside . Just ring if you want anything . The room attendant speaks a little English . So I don't think you'll have any trouble . I'm glad you like it . The bell is on the bedside . Just ring if you want anything . The room attendant speaks a little English . So I don't think you'll have any trouble . ," No , I shouldn't think so . By the way , is there a socket for my razor ? " " No , I shouldn't think so . By the way , is there a socket for my razor ? ", I think so . Here it is . It's by the basin . I think so . Here it is . It's by the basin . , Is it a two-pin socket ? Is it a two-pin socket ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . "," Good , I ' Ve get a two-pin plug . " I wanna register for this mathematics course . , I ’ m sorry registration has closed . I ’ m sorry registration has closed . , Closed ? The clerk told me I could come back and register any time during the first week of classes . Closed ? The clerk told me I could come back and register any time during the first week of classes . ," Well , that ’ s not possible . The computer ’ s official student account has already been sent to the state . And that ’ s what our budget is based on . Who told you that anyway ? " " Well , that ’ s not possible . The computer ’ s official student account has already been sent to the state . And that ’ s what our budget is based on . Who told you that anyway ? ", Some woman in here when I tried to register three weeks ago . She said I just had to pay a late fee . Some woman in here when I tried to register three weeks ago . She said I just had to pay a late fee . , She must have been a part-time worker . They didn ’ t have much training . Why didn ’ t you register then ? She must have been a part-time worker . They didn ’ t have much training . Why didn ’ t you register then ? , She said I couldn ’ t until I had my birth certificate . Here it is . She said I couldn ’ t until I had my birth certificate . Here it is . ," Huh , that is no reason to demand a birth certificate . We only need to establish residency , you know , a phone bill with your name and address on it would have been fine . " " Huh , that is no reason to demand a birth certificate . We only need to establish residency , you know , a phone bill with your name and address on it would have been fine . ", Serious ? Only the proof of my address . Serious ? Only the proof of my address . ," Yes , I am afraid she gave you the wrong information . " " Yes , I am afraid she gave you the wrong information . ", But it ’ s unfair . But it ’ s unfair . ," Well , I sympathize with your problem , but , to be honest , I don ’ t think there is any thing anyone can do for you . You were trapped in the system.If you want , you can talk to the director . She will help you if she can . " " Well , I sympathize with your problem , but , to be honest , I don ’ t think there is any thing anyone can do for you . You were trapped in the system.If you want , you can talk to the director . She will help you if she can . ", Great . Great . , Don ’ t get your hopes up . This is the White Rose Restaurant.May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to make reservation for tonight , a table for five , please . " " Yes , I'd like to make reservation for tonight , a table for five , please . "," What time , sir ? " " What time , sir ? ", Around 8 . Around 8 . , May I have your name please ? May I have your name please ? , Frank London . Any chance of a table by the window ? Frank London . Any chance of a table by the window ? , We have received many bookings.But we'll try our best . We have received many bookings.But we'll try our best . , I'll appreciate it if it could be arranged . "Hello sir , how may I help you ? "," I would like to buy some flowers , please . Something really nice . " " I would like to buy some flowers , please . Something really nice . "," I see , may I ask what the occasion is ? " " I see , may I ask what the occasion is ? "," It ’ s not really an occasion , it ’ s more like I ’ m sorry . " " It ’ s not really an occasion , it ’ s more like I ’ m sorry . ", Very well.This arrangement here is very popular among regretful husbands and boyfriends . It has a dozen long stem red roses with a couple of sunflowers and a single orchid that stands out . It includes a small teddy bear to achieve the effect of immediate forgiveness . Very well.This arrangement here is very popular among regretful husbands and boyfriends . It has a dozen long stem red roses with a couple of sunflowers and a single orchid that stands out . It includes a small teddy bear to achieve the effect of immediate forgiveness . , I think I ’ m gonna need more than just a dozen red roses and a bear . What else do you recommend ? I think I ’ m gonna need more than just a dozen red roses and a bear . What else do you recommend ? ," Mmm , well this is our I ’ m sorry I cheated on you package . Two dozen red roses lined with tulips , carnations and lilies . The fragrance and beauty of this flower arrangement is sure to make her forgive you . " " Mmm , well this is our I ’ m sorry I cheated on you package . Two dozen red roses lined with tulips , carnations and lilies . The fragrance and beauty of this flower arrangement is sure to make her forgive you . ", I don ’ t think that ’ s gonna cut it . I need something bigger and better ! I don ’ t think that ’ s gonna cut it . I need something bigger and better ! ," I ’ m sorry sir but , what exactly did you do ? " " I ’ m sorry sir but , what exactly did you do ? "," Well , I may have accidentally insinuated that she is getting chubbier . " " Well , I may have accidentally insinuated that she is getting chubbier . "," Get out of my store , you jerk ! " "What are you listening now , Fred ? ", What ? What ? ," Hey ! Man , put your earphone out . I said which song you are listening to . " " Hey ! Man , put your earphone out . I said which song you are listening to . ", Jay Chou's title song in his new album . Jay Chou's title song in his new album . , What's your comment on his new album ? What's your comment on his new album ? ," Gorgeous ! There is another song combining Chinese and western music styles . I am crazy for it , so I hear it over and again . And I plan to make it as the ringbone of my mobile . " " Gorgeous ! There is another song combining Chinese and western music styles . I am crazy for it , so I hear it over and again . And I plan to make it as the ringbone of my mobile . ", Let me enjoy it . Let me enjoy it . , I suppose this song can be the No . 1 on the top chart . I suppose this song can be the No . 1 on the top chart . , I cann't wait for buying his CD now . What's your favorite magazine ? ," Off hand , I'd say the Reader's Digests is my favorite . " " Off hand , I'd say the Reader's Digests is my favorite . ", What kind of magazine is it ? What kind of magazine is it ? , It's instructive and inspiring . It's instructive and inspiring . ," Really ? It is a weekly , isn't it ? " " Really ? It is a weekly , isn't it ? "," No , it's a semimonthly . " " No , it's a semimonthly . ", Does it enjoy popularity among the young generation ? Does it enjoy popularity among the young generation ? ," Yes , it's so popular that it's sold out as soon as it reaches the bookstores . " " Yes , it's so popular that it's sold out as soon as it reaches the bookstores . "," Oh , I think I should try to read one . " "Hey , Bob . Are you getting the feeling you've been here before ? "," Yes , I'm sure I've been here before . " " Yes , I'm sure I've been here before . ", Maybe we're walking in circles . Maybe we're walking in circles . ," Yes , there's that bar we passed an hour ago . " "Hey , Jack , I'd better go now . ", Is your boss coming by ? Is your boss coming by ? , Right ! And I have to finish the report by 5:30 p . m . Right ! And I have to finish the report by 5:30 p . m . ," Okay . Get back to your work , and call me back this evening . " " Okay . Get back to your work , and call me back this evening . "," Okay , no problem . Bye ! " " Okay , no problem . Bye ! ", Bye ! What do you plan on making as a side dish for dinner ? , I was planning on making some kind of vegetable . I was planning on making some kind of vegetable . , Do you know what kind ? Do you know what kind ? , What kind of vegetable do you want ? What kind of vegetable do you want ? , I wouldn't mind eating some corn . I wouldn't mind eating some corn . , How do you want it ? How do you want it ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I can boil it , grill it , or microwave it . " " I can boil it , grill it , or microwave it . ", You should throw some corn on the grill . You should throw some corn on the grill . , Is that really what you want ? Is that really what you want ? , That sounds good . That sounds good . , I guess I can do that . Do you have any direct flights to Toronto ? ," Sorry , we don't . But I think you can fly on Northwest Airlines to Berlin and then have a connecting flight on Canada Airline to Toronto . And it is the most economical flight , just 1,900 dollars . " " Sorry , we don't . But I think you can fly on Northwest Airlines to Berlin and then have a connecting flight on Canada Airline to Toronto . And it is the most economical flight , just 1,900 dollars . ", When does the flight depart ? When does the flight depart ? ," At 8 am . By the way , it also makes a refueling stop . " " At 8 am . By the way , it also makes a refueling stop . ", How long is the layover ? How long is the layover ? , Less than one hour . Less than one hour . , And how long do I have to stay in Berlin for the connecting flight ? And how long do I have to stay in Berlin for the connecting flight ? ," Not so long , just one hour . " " Not so long , just one hour . ", So the time for the total journey is about ... ? So the time for the total journey is about ... ? , About 13 hours . About 13 hours . ," Let me count . Ok , it works out for my schedule . Thanks a lot ! " " Let me count . Ok , it works out for my schedule . Thanks a lot ! ", You are welcome ! Did you get a nice tree ? , Sure did . It's a beauty . Where do you want it ? Sure did . It's a beauty . Where do you want it ? , Let's put it over there . Let's put it over there . , Let's go to work . We want to have the tree ready to light up by evening . Let's go to work . We want to have the tree ready to light up by evening . , Let's string the lights first.Then we won't have to mess up the decorations . Let's string the lights first.Then we won't have to mess up the decorations . ," Hand me some globes and paper flowers , I'll put them on these top branches . " " Hand me some globes and paper flowers , I'll put them on these top branches . "," There , ... we're about done . " " There , ... we're about done . ", Let's switch the lights on . Let's switch the lights on . , OK . Here goes . OK . Here goes . ," Well , I guess we're all set for another merry Christmas . " "Here's your drink , sir . "," No , that's not right . I didn't order a coffee . I ordered a cola . " " No , that's not right . I didn't order a coffee . I ordered a cola . "," Oh , I'm terribly sorry , sir . I'll go and get you cola right away . " " Oh , I'm terribly sorry , sir . I'll go and get you cola right away . ", Waiter ! Waiter ! ," Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away . " " Yes , sir . I'll bring your drink right away . ", It's not that . There's an animal in my soup . It's not that . There's an animal in my soup . ," Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away . " " Is there , sir ? I'm very sorry . I'll change it straight away . "," I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service . " " I've never been to such a dirty restaurant , and never seen such slow service . ", I'm really sorry . "Hello , the International Hotel . May I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to make a reservation for eight tonight . " " Yes , I'd like to make a reservation for eight tonight . ", What time would you like your table ? What time would you like your table ? , At 7:30 pm . And I would like to sit in the non-smoking area . At 7:30 pm . And I would like to sit in the non-smoking area . , Would you like to sit in the hall or in the private room ? Would you like to sit in the hall or in the private room ? ," The private room , please . " " The private room , please . "," Wait for a moment , please . Let me check whether the private room is available or not . No problem . " " Wait for a moment , please . Let me check whether the private room is available or not . No problem . "," It will be for business dinner . Reserve it under the name of Nova , the manager of Fashion Clothes Company . " " It will be for business dinner . Reserve it under the name of Nova , the manager of Fashion Clothes Company . "," OK . A reservation for eight at7 : 30 , Room 208 . Please don't be more than half hour late , or we will have to give it to other guests . " I hear your daughter graduated from high school as the valedictorian . , Thank you . Thank you . , Where is she going to college ? Where is she going to college ? , She has been admitted to Yale with a scholarship . She has been admitted to Yale with a scholarship . , Really ? That's the icing on the cake . Congratulation again ! Really ? That's the icing on the cake . Congratulation again ! , Thank you . "Excuse me , How do I get to the Grand hotel ? "," I am sorry , I didn ’ t catch what you said . Could you repeat it please ? " " I am sorry , I didn ’ t catch what you said . Could you repeat it please ? "," The Grand hotel , is it far from here ? " " The Grand hotel , is it far from here ? "," Sorry , my English isn ’ t so good . Could you speak a little slower ? " "David , I ’ m going to China . ", Really ? How do you get the chance ? Really ? How do you get the chance ? , You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ’ t have to pay for my trip . You know . I took part in the Chinese contest . I was the best and they gave me this reward . I don ’ t have to pay for my trip . , Congratulations . How lucky you are ! Congratulations . How lucky you are ! , Thank you . I ’ m leaving tomorrow morning . Thank you . I ’ m leaving tomorrow morning . , I ’ m sure you ’ ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country . I ’ m sure you ’ ll enjoy the trip . China is such a beautiful country . , I ’ m sure I will . I ’ m sure I will . ," Have a nice journey , Lily . " " Have a nice journey , Lily . "," Thank you , David . " Tom ! How are you ? We missed you at the party last night . Are you OK ? , I don ’ t know . I didn ’ t really feel like going out . I guess I ’ m feeling a little homesick . I don ’ t know . I didn ’ t really feel like going out . I guess I ’ m feeling a little homesick . ," Come on.We ’ Ve been through this already ! Look , I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here , but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it . " " Come on.We ’ Ve been through this already ! Look , I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here , but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it . "," I was . It ’ s just that the holidays are coming up and I won ’ t be able to home because I can ’ t afford the airfare . I ’ m just longing for some of the comforts of home , like my mom ’ s cooking and being around my family . " " I was . It ’ s just that the holidays are coming up and I won ’ t be able to home because I can ’ t afford the airfare . I ’ m just longing for some of the comforts of home , like my mom ’ s cooking and being around my family . "," Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ’ d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it . " " Yeah , it can get pretty lonely over the holidays . When I first got here , I ’ d get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home . I almost let it get to me , but then I started going out , keeping myself busy and before I knew it , I was used to to it . "," I see what you mean , but I ’ m still bummed out . " " I see what you mean , but I ’ m still bummed out . ", OK . how does this sound . let ’ s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there ! OK . how does this sound . let ’ s get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight . I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there ! ," You know , I could really go for that . You don ’ t mind being my wingman for tonight ? " " You know , I could really go for that . You don ’ t mind being my wingman for tonight ? ", Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ’ night out ... well kinda ... Not at all ! It be fun ! It will be like a boys ’ night out ... well kinda ... ," Great ! I must warn you though , whatever happens , don ’ t let me go on a drinking binge . Trust me , it ’ s not a pretty picture ! " Hello . , Hi . It ’ s Tony calling from the dentist ’ s office . Is Lily there ? Hi . It ’ s Tony calling from the dentist ’ s office . Is Lily there ? ," No , Lily is not here at the moment . " " No , Lily is not here at the moment . ", Could you ask her to call me back when she gets in ? Could you ask her to call me back when she gets in ? ," Sure . What ’ s your number , please . " " Sure . What ’ s your number , please . ", 519 367 8901 . 519 367 8901 . ," Thanks . And your name is Tony , right ? " " Thanks . And your name is Tony , right ? ", Yes . I ’ m Tony . Thank you very much . Yes . I ’ m Tony . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . Bye . You ’ re welcome . Bye . , Bye . "Sir , your hair is done . Anything else I can do for you ? ", I'd like to have a shave . I'd like to have a shave . ," All right , sir . Would you lie back so that I can shave you ? " " All right , sir . Would you lie back so that I can shave you ? ", Sure . But my beard is rough . Sure . But my beard is rough . ," Don't worry , sir . I've never cut a customer . Shall I trim your moustache ? " " Don't worry , sir . I've never cut a customer . Shall I trim your moustache ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . "," Now , I've finished . How do you like it ? " " Now , I've finished . How do you like it ? ", Wonderful . How much is the cost altogether ? Wonderful . How much is the cost altogether ? , 20 dollars . 20 dollars . ," Here you are . Thank you , bye-bye ! " " Here you are . Thank you , bye-bye ! ", Bye-bye . Welcome to come next time ! Shall we buy ? , It really depends on you . It really depends on you . , But if you were me ? But if you were me ? ," If I were you , I'd buy . " I used to think that Americans had so much money they didn ’ t know what to do with it . , You did ? You did ? , Yes . But now I ’ Ve learned differently . Now I have a more realistic opinion . Yes . But now I ’ Ve learned differently . Now I have a more realistic opinion . , What do you think now ? What do you think now ? ," There are lots of jobs , and almost everybody works . There is a high standard of living . People earn a lot , but they spend a lot to live . So there isn ’ t so much money after all . " " There are lots of jobs , and almost everybody works . There is a high standard of living . People earn a lot , but they spend a lot to live . So there isn ’ t so much money after all . ", But I still say Americans spend a lot more money on useless things than we Chinese do . But I still say Americans spend a lot more money on useless things than we Chinese do . , That ’ s true . But Americans work hard for their money like we do . I don ’ t know why our spending habits are so different . "Excuse me , Is this the bus I should take to get to the Central Park ? ", Yes . But you have to transfer to Bus No . 28 . Yes . But you have to transfer to Bus No . 28 . , Where should I change for the Park ? Where should I change for the Park ? , At Tinge Depot . At Tinge Depot . , But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot . But I don't know which stop is Tinge Depot . , I will remind you to get off . I will remind you to get off . , Thank you . Do you mind if I ask you to practice speaking English with me ? , No . Of course not . But what for ? No . Of course not . But what for ? ," Well , I'm meeting some American friends next weekend . " " Well , I'm meeting some American friends next weekend . ", I see . But I'm busy now . How about tomorrow ? Is there a sofa in the living room ? , I am afraid there isn ’ t . I am afraid there isn ’ t . , That ’ s too bad . Is there a desk in the living room then ? That ’ s too bad . Is there a desk in the living room then ? , There is a desk and two chairs . There is a desk and two chairs . , Where are the chairs ? Where are the chairs ? , They are behind the door . "Are you free tomorrow , Sam ? "," Yeah , what's up ? " " Yeah , what's up ? ", I'm going to go hiking . Do you want to join me ? Excuse me . I want to pay the bill . , Please wait till your name is called . OK . Your bill includes the doctor's fee and the cost for a 3 - day supply of medicine . It comes to one hundred yuan . Please wait till your name is called . OK . Your bill includes the doctor's fee and the cost for a 3 - day supply of medicine . It comes to one hundred yuan . , Here you are . Here you are . ," Good . Here is the receipt . The dispensary is over there ... By the way , will this be covered by your insurance from work ? " " Good . Here is the receipt . The dispensary is over there ... By the way , will this be covered by your insurance from work ? "," No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance . " " No , I'll e paying for myself , but I have private medical insurance . "," In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed . " " In that case , I'll give you a certificate , so you can get it reimbursed . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . ," Don't lose this receipt , because insurance companies are very difficult about helping when they don't have the right paperwork . " "Look ! Mom , that's amazing ! I can't believe the girls have so neat movements . "," Yeah , they all received very strict training . A minute on the stage takes ten-year practice . " " Yeah , they all received very strict training . A minute on the stage takes ten-year practice . ", And all their movements are so elegant . It seems like dancing in the water . And all their movements are so elegant . It seems like dancing in the water . ," Exactly , you know , water ballet puts dancing , music and swimming together . " " Exactly , you know , water ballet puts dancing , music and swimming together . ", There you go ! Daddy has told me that water ballet is also called Synchronized Swimming . There you go ! Daddy has told me that water ballet is also called Synchronized Swimming . ," That's my boy ! Katherine Curtis created this activity in 1920 . And in 1984 , it was authorized as one activity in Olympic Games . " " That's my boy ! Katherine Curtis created this activity in 1920 . And in 1984 , it was authorized as one activity in Olympic Games . "," Wow , Mom is more knowledgeable than Dad . I must learn from you . " " Wow , Mom is more knowledgeable than Dad . I must learn from you . "," My little boy , you should learn more from me . I'm almost thirty years older than you . " " My little boy , you should learn more from me . I'm almost thirty years older than you . "," OK , you're the boss . Look , Mom , one guy has just jumped into the swimming pool . " " OK , you're the boss . Look , Mom , one guy has just jumped into the swimming pool . "," Oh , my God . It's so dangerous . And he might break his leg . You mustn't do anything like that . " What's the matter here ? , Somebody broke into my house in the morning . Somebody broke into my house in the morning . , When did you find out ? When did you find out ? ," About 12 o'clock , when I came home from work . " " About 12 o'clock , when I came home from work . ", Apparently forced entry . The lock is battered to pieces . Apparently forced entry . The lock is battered to pieces . , I wonder how the burglar did it . I wonder how the burglar did it . , He is so unskillful . I have never seen such an awkward burglar . He is so unskillful . I have never seen such an awkward burglar . , That's because we have a strong lock . That's because we have a strong lock . , Probably . Let's check the inside then . Probably . Let's check the inside then . , Did you find anything ? Did you find anything ? ," Yes , the house was in a terrible mess . It was almost turned upside down by the burglar . " " Yes , the house was in a terrible mess . It was almost turned upside down by the burglar . "," Oh , er ... sorry that's because we didn't have time to clean it . " " Oh , er ... sorry that's because we didn't have time to clean it . ", You mean it is not created by the burglar ? You mean it is not created by the burglar ? ," Definitely not , sir . " May I see the manager of your office ? , I'm afraid he's having an important meeting now . Can I help you ? I'm afraid he's having an important meeting now . Can I help you ? ," Thank you . I am Fred , coming from Future Clothes Company . I've brought some catalogues of our new series of the summer clothes . I wonder if your manager would like to have a look at them . " " Thank you . I am Fred , coming from Future Clothes Company . I've brought some catalogues of our new series of the summer clothes . I wonder if your manager would like to have a look at them . "," Of course , he would . Would you leave them with me ? " " Of course , he would . Would you leave them with me ? "," We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers . " " We are suppliers of the summer clothes of various styles and colors . I think you will be interested in some of our new products . We always keep the pace of the clothes fashion , so as to catch the interest of our customers . ", We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want . We're thinking of ordering some special styles of summer clothes . We should be interested in your products if they are of the styles we want . ," As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications . " " As you know , we also take orders for clothes made according to specifications . ", How long would it take you to deliver the orders ? How long would it take you to deliver the orders ? , Two months at most . Two months at most . ," Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ? " " Good . I'll send your catalogues to those who are interested . Meanwhile , may I have an indication of price ? Can I have your price-sheet ? "," Yes , of course , here you are . The prices are subject to our confirmation . " Could you please cover for me two hours this morning ? , Sure . Any specific reason I should know about in case people ask where you are . Sure . Any specific reason I should know about in case people ask where you are . ," I have to see the dentist . We have an appointment for this morning from 9 to 11 o ’ clock . So if there is any phone call , please pick up for me . If there is something urgent , tell them I will be back in two hours . " " I have to see the dentist . We have an appointment for this morning from 9 to 11 o ’ clock . So if there is any phone call , please pick up for me . If there is something urgent , tell them I will be back in two hours . ", No problem . Good luck . No problem . Good luck . ," Yes , I will need it . Thanks . " "Hi , Sven , can you help me ? Could you hold the end of the tape measure , please ? "," Of course , where do you want me to stand ? " " Of course , where do you want me to stand ? ", Just there by the door . I need to measure the length of this workbench . We're going to replace it . OK - 3 m 47 cm . Let's round it up to 3 m 50 . Just there by the door . I need to measure the length of this workbench . We're going to replace it . OK - 3 m 47 cm . Let's round it up to 3 m 50 . , I'm glad you're replacing it . We need more space to work on things . How deep will the new workbench be ? I'm glad you're replacing it . We need more space to work on things . How deep will the new workbench be ? , Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood . Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood . ," Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ? " " Well , it's about 65 cm at the moment . Could we increase it by about a third ? ", Sure . So let's see . We need a piece of wood 3.5 m long by 1 m wide . I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday . "I've read your report , and I'm not sure I agree with you.You think you can get attendance improved by requiring salaried employees to take their all of their sick days ? "," That's right . I know it must sound crazy to you , but we believe there will be fewer absences this way . " " That's right . I know it must sound crazy to you , but we believe there will be fewer absences this way . ", We give them 10 or 15 sick days per year . Surely requiring people to take them couldn't possibly help . It sounds like a counter - productive policy change to me . We give them 10 or 15 sick days per year . Surely requiring people to take them couldn't possibly help . It sounds like a counter - productive policy change to me . ," Right now , we have incentives encouraging employees to come to work as often as possible.But employees with colds and the flu are coming to work and infecting their colleagues . " " Right now , we have incentives encouraging employees to come to work as often as possible.But employees with colds and the flu are coming to work and infecting their colleagues . "," I see . So our current policies are encouraging sick people to come to work , resulting in more sick employees . " " I see . So our current policies are encouraging sick people to come to work , resulting in more sick employees . "," That's right . If sick days were mandatory , sick people would stay home . We wouldn't have these company-wide epidemics . " " That's right . If sick days were mandatory , sick people would stay home . We wouldn't have these company-wide epidemics . ", Let's give it a shot ! "Have some more tea , George . "," No , thanks . I've really got to go now . " " No , thanks . I've really got to go now . ", Have a nice day ! Ahhs ! I'm beat ! , What happened to you ? You look like you got hit by a tornado ! What happened to you ? You look like you got hit by a tornado ! , I just got back from fighting the crowds . I just got back from fighting the crowds . , You mean at the mall ? Was there a sale ? You mean at the mall ? Was there a sale ? ," Yeah . For five minutes , everything was half off . It was total chaos ... " " Yeah . For five minutes , everything was half off . It was total chaos ... ", Cool ! Cool ! ," Grabbing , pushing and shoving ... " Do you want a cigarette ? ," No , thank you . I've given up , you know . " " No , thank you . I've given up , you know . ", You don't mind if I have one . You don't mind if I have one . ," Well , all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health . " " Well , all tight . But you know , smoking does do harm to your health . "," Yes , you are right . " " Yes , you are right . ", Why don't you try and give it up ? Why don't you try and give it up ? ," I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no use . " "Walter , did you email that document to Mr . Lin yesterday ? "," Yes , I did , Ms . Chen . " " Yes , I did , Ms . Chen . "," That's strange . I have Mr . Lin on the phone right now , and he says that he didn't receive any email from us yesterday . Are you sure you sent it ? " " That's strange . I have Mr . Lin on the phone right now , and he says that he didn't receive any email from us yesterday . Are you sure you sent it ? "," I'm positive , Ms . Chen . " All the food smells tasty today and makes my mouth water . , Let's line up here . This line seems a little shorter . Let's line up here . This line seems a little shorter . , What's on the menu today ? What's on the menu today ? ," Fish , beef , pork , chicken , vegetables and beancurd . For staple food we have rice , steamed bread , stuffed buns and noodles . " " Fish , beef , pork , chicken , vegetables and beancurd . For staple food we have rice , steamed bread , stuffed buns and noodles . "," Oh , we're lucky today , aren't we ? " " Oh , we're lucky today , aren't we ? ", I'd rather take stewed cabbage with beef . I'd rather take stewed cabbage with beef . ," I think I'll take fried fish , because fish is one of my favorites . " " I think I'll take fried fish , because fish is one of my favorites . "," That's good , we can share what we have . Here we are . You go ahead . " " That's good , we can share what we have . Here we are . You go ahead . ", ( They get everything ready ) Here is a free table . Let's sit down . Help yourself to some fish please . Isn't it delicious and appetizing ? ( They get everything ready ) Here is a free table . Let's sit down . Help yourself to some fish please . Isn't it delicious and appetizing ? , I'm sorry I don't like it's a little too salty . I'm sorry I don't like it's a little too salty . ," I see . You people from south prefer sweet , don't you ? " " I see . You people from south prefer sweet , don't you ? "," Yes , I like the fish cooked in sweet and sour sauce best . Try some beef , please . " " Yes , I like the fish cooked in sweet and sour sauce best . Try some beef , please . ", Thank you . I'm through with one steamed bread and I'd like a second helping . Thank you . I'm through with one steamed bread and I'd like a second helping . , Your appetite is good . Your appetite is good . , I'm always feeling hungry . Mr . Thomas is making a long-distance call . Please wait for a few minutes . , Would you like some coffee or tea ? Would you like some coffee or tea ? , Coffee would be fine . Coffee would be fine . , How would you like your coffee ? How would you like your coffee ? , I like it black . I like it black . , Coffee will be right with you . Are there other chores for us to do ? , We also have to vacuum the house . We also have to vacuum the house . , You used to do this by yourself ? You used to do this by yourself ? , You'd better believe it . You'd better believe it . , I'll do the second floor and you do the first floor . I'll do the second floor and you do the first floor . , No . You're going to do the entire house . No . You're going to do the entire house . , What about you ? What about you ? , I'm going to mow the lawn . Did you remember to bring back that software I lent to you ? ," Oh , I ’ m sorry . It completely slipped my mind . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry . It completely slipped my mind . "," That ’ s ok . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I would appreciate it . " " That ’ s ok . If you could just bring it in tomorrow , I would appreciate it . "," Definitely , I ’ m really sorry . " "Good morning . Ru Via Hotel , Room Reservation . Can I help you ? "," Yes . This is Peter calling from New York , I have to change the date of reservation . " " Yes . This is Peter calling from New York , I have to change the date of reservation . ", How and in whose name has the reservation been made ? How and in whose name has the reservation been made ? , By telephone and in my name . By telephone and in my name . ," Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ? " " Please wait a moment . I'll check it in the computer . Thanks for your waiting . You've booked 10 standard rooms for trade negotiation for March 5th , 6th and 7th , is it correct ? "," Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ? " " Right , but the negotiation has been postponed until 5th to 7th of April . Do you think it's possible for us to change the reservation ? "," Let me check the reservation list . Fortunately , we have just 10 standard rooms available for the three days . " My granny is such a kind-hearted person . She is willing to help . , She does have a heart of gold . She does have a heart of gold . , You can say that again . I feel dizzy and I have a headache . , How long have you been sick ? How long have you been sick ? , Since yesterday . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Excuse me , can I change my order ? I am afraid I don't have so much time to enjoy my dinner . " " Excuse me , can I change my order ? I am afraid I don't have so much time to enjoy my dinner . "," I am sorry , sir . Your fish will be ready in five minutes so you can't change it . " " I am sorry , sir . Your fish will be ready in five minutes so you can't change it . ", That's all right . "Excuse me , could you help me ? "," Yes , what seems to be the problem ? " " Yes , what seems to be the problem ? ", Well . I was wondering if anyone has turned in a passport ? Well . I was wondering if anyone has turned in a passport ? , I am afraid not . Have you lost your passport ? I am afraid not . Have you lost your passport ? , I think so . I can't find it anywhere in my hotel room and I remember the last place I used it yesterday was in this department store . I think so . I can't find it anywhere in my hotel room and I remember the last place I used it yesterday was in this department store . , Where exactly did you use your passport in the store ? Where exactly did you use your passport in the store ? , In the shoe department . I had to show it to pay for these shoes with my traveler's cheques . In the shoe department . I had to show it to pay for these shoes with my traveler's cheques . ," Well , let me call the shoe department to see if they ’ Ve found a passport . Sorry , your passport hasn't turned up there either . " " Well , let me call the shoe department to see if they ’ Ve found a passport . Sorry , your passport hasn't turned up there either . ", Then what shall I do ? Then what shall I do ? ," You can fill in this lost property report and I will keep my eye out for it . These kinds of things usually turn up eventually , but I suggest you contact your embassy and tell them about your situation , so they can issue you a new passport in case it doesn't show up . " " You can fill in this lost property report and I will keep my eye out for it . These kinds of things usually turn up eventually , but I suggest you contact your embassy and tell them about your situation , so they can issue you a new passport in case it doesn't show up . ", You are right . Do you have a pen ? You are right . Do you have a pen ? , Here you are . Here you are . ," Oh , I seem to lose something every time I travel . " "Beautiful day , isn't it ? "," Yes , it's not like what the radio said at all . " " Yes , it's not like what the radio said at all . ", I wish it would stay this way for the weekend . I wish it would stay this way for the weekend . , As long as it doesn't snow ! She is so stupid . , Who cares ? She is pretty . Who cares ? She is pretty . , So what ? So what ? , You're just jealous . I hate landing in the sand trap ! Now I'm probably going to waste strokes getting it out . , At least you haven't landed in the water yet . I've done that on the last two holes . At least you haven't landed in the water yet . I've done that on the last two holes . , Could you hand me my wedge ? I'll try ... Could you hand me my wedge ? I'll try ... , Here you go . I'll wait for you to get on the green before I putt . Here you go . I'll wait for you to get on the green before I putt . , No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go . No . you go ahead and putt it out . Then I'Il go . ," No way , Mary . I'm going to let you go first . I don't want the pressure of putting first . " How will you spend this lovely weekend ? ," I have no idea , any suggestions ? " " I have no idea , any suggestions ? ", We haven't played chess for a long time . How about playing chess ? We haven't played chess for a long time . How about playing chess ? ," It must be fun . But you know , I am not good at chess . I never won since I've learnt to play chess . " " It must be fun . But you know , I am not good at chess . I never won since I've learnt to play chess . "," Don ’ t worry , I will teach you how to win . " " Don ’ t worry , I will teach you how to win . "," OK , settled then . " " OK , settled then . ", See you tomorrow . See you tomorrow . , See you ! "Hi , is that Jessica ? ", Yes . What can I do for you ? Yes . What can I do for you ? , I want to inform you of the interview . I want to inform you of the interview . , What ? I can barely hear you because your veiled voice ? What ? I can barely hear you because your veiled voice ? , I said I am informing you of the interview . What salary are you expecting ? , What range of salary do you have for this position ? What range of salary do you have for this position ? ," It can be anywhere between 100,000 to 200,000 a year depending on experience and qualifications . " " It can be anywhere between 100,000 to 200,000 a year depending on experience and qualifications . ", It sounds amazing to me . "Susan , Did you know the four ugliest women in ancient China ? "," No , I only know four great beauties of China . " " No , I only know four great beauties of China . ", There were some famous ugly women in history . There were some famous ugly women in history . , Yeah ? Were they famous because of the ugliness ? Yeah ? Were they famous because of the ugliness ? ," Though they were ugly , they had great virtue . " " Though they were ugly , they had great virtue . ", Then who were they ? Then who were they ? ," Mo Mu , Thong Lichen , Meng Gang and Ran Nv . They were well respected . " " Mo Mu , Thong Lichen , Meng Gang and Ran Nv . They were well respected . ", It seems that the inner beauty is also important . It seems that the inner beauty is also important . , Sometimes the inner beauty is more beautiful . "Daddy , what's next ? What else do we do now ? "," There is a man-made fishing pond nearby . So , What do you think of going fishing there ? " " There is a man-made fishing pond nearby . So , What do you think of going fishing there ? ", Great . Let's go . Where is it ? Great . Let's go . Where is it ? ," Patience , boy . A watched pot never boils . We shall get out fishing stuff first and make some baits , too . " " Patience , boy . A watched pot never boils . We shall get out fishing stuff first and make some baits , too . ", We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ? We have many cookies left here . Can we use them as baits ? ," I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms . " " I don't think fish would like them . Instead , they love earth worms . ", So let's go and catch earth worms ! So let's go and catch earth worms ! , OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go . OK . I think that's enough for today . Let's go . ," Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing . " " Daddy , do you think we're gonna catch any fish today ? We've been fishing here for more than two hours , and we get nothing . "," That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today . " " That's because you're talking to me all the time . Be patient , or there will be no chance to have sashimi for dinner today . ", I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ? I love sashimi . Did mom bring any soy sauce for that ? ," I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one . " " I suppose she did . Be quiet . There is a fish on the hook . Here it is . Look , a big one . "," Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill . " " Cool . Hey , I've got an idea . Why don't we cook it separately ? Half for sashimi , and the other half for grill . "," Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ? " " Great idea . But the fact is we have no barbecue with us . Moreover , the sashimi will be great . So why do we bother to waste time on barbecuing the fish ? "," Well , all right . There is nothing to complain about . " Let's go see pandas ! The news said that two pandas arrived at the zoo last week . ," Great ! I would like to see cute pandas , too . " " Great ! I would like to see cute pandas , too . ", How can we get there ? How can we get there ? , We can take the MET and get off at the Zoo Station . We can take the MET and get off at the Zoo Station . , OK ! Let's go . OK ! Let's go . , ( At the zoo ) Wow ! This zoo is really huge . ( At the zoo ) Wow ! This zoo is really huge . ," Yes , you can find hundreds of various animals here . It is the biggest zoo in Taiwan . " " Yes , you can find hundreds of various animals here . It is the biggest zoo in Taiwan . "," Look at the map . It has different areas , such as marine lives , mammals , polar animals and insects . " " Look at the map . It has different areas , such as marine lives , mammals , polar animals and insects . ", Where can find the pandas ? I think we are here to see the pandas . Where can find the pandas ? I think we are here to see the pandas . , We have to go to the mammal area . We are at the gate right now . We need to go straight from here and turn left and go along to the end and make anotherleft turn . We have to go to the mammal area . We are at the gate right now . We need to go straight from here and turn left and go along to the end and make anotherleft turn . , It should take at least 20 minutes to get there . Are there any shuttle buses running place to place around the whole zoo ? "Well , if you have no further questions , then we have done . "," Thank you , Mr . Owens , for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me . " " Thank you , Mr . Owens , for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me . ", You ’ re welcome . I appreciate your coming . You ’ re welcome . I appreciate your coming . , When can I contact you about your final decision ? When can I contact you about your final decision ? , We need to consider several other applicants and we hope to make a decision by the end of this month . We will call you regardless of whether you are hired or not . We need to consider several other applicants and we hope to make a decision by the end of this month . We will call you regardless of whether you are hired or not . , Thanks a lot ! I will look forward to the good news . Please call me at this number between nine and eleven in the morning . Thanks a lot ! I will look forward to the good news . Please call me at this number between nine and eleven in the morning . ," Well , I really appreciate your coming today . " " Well , I really appreciate your coming today . "," The pleasure is mine . It ’ s nice talking with you . Good-bye , Mr . Owens . " " The pleasure is mine . It ’ s nice talking with you . Good-bye , Mr . Owens . ", Good-bye . Recently I have been getting headache and my eyes come to see focus properly . , When did you last time have your eyes checked ? When did you last time have your eyes checked ? , Two years ago . At that time I had no problems . Now I can ’ t even make out something ten meters away . Two years ago . At that time I had no problems . Now I can ’ t even make out something ten meters away . ," Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can telling me which way the “ E ” points . " " Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can telling me which way the “ E ” points . ", All right . All right . , Good . Now the other eye . Good . Now the other eye . ," Well , this one is worse . " " Well , this one is worse . "," Never mind , just read as far as you can . " " Never mind , just read as far as you can . ", I can only read the first three lines . "Hello , Madam . What can we do for you today ? ", Hi . I've been sent over from Turner Interiors . They said I need to collect some sort of L / C ? Do you have it ? Hi . I've been sent over from Turner Interiors . They said I need to collect some sort of L / C ? Do you have it ? ," I certainly do . Here it is , an Export L / C from Tokyo . " " I certainly do . Here it is , an Export L / C from Tokyo . ", It should be from Sayuri Beds . Is that right ? It should be from Sayuri Beds . Is that right ? ," Yes , it is . Sayuri Beds , Tokyo , Japan . " " Yes , it is . Sayuri Beds , Tokyo , Japan . ", That's what I want ! Do you need me to sign anything ? Or fill in some forms ? That's what I want ! Do you need me to sign anything ? Or fill in some forms ? ," Just sign right here , please . That's everything you need to do . " " Just sign right here , please . That's everything you need to do . "," Perfect . Thank you , goodbye ! " I want to try something different today . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I want a different hair style . I want a different hair style . , What style do you want ? What style do you want ? , Can you make my hair short ? Can you make my hair short ? , Exactly how short do you want it ? Exactly how short do you want it ? , Make it a few inches long . Make it a few inches long . , Are you sure you want me to cut it that short ? Are you sure you want me to cut it that short ? , I've been thinking about this for a while now . I've been thinking about this for a while now . , Okay . I'll do it if you're positive that this is what you want . Okay . I'll do it if you're positive that this is what you want . , I honestly want my hair that short . I honestly want my hair that short . ," All right , then let's begin . " Hi Mark . ," Oh , hi Stacy . " " Oh , hi Stacy . ", How was your summer vacation ? How was your summer vacation ? ," I worked over the summer at a restaurant . Have to make tuition money , right ? What did you do ? " " I worked over the summer at a restaurant . Have to make tuition money , right ? What did you do ? ", I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up . I took summer school . I withdrew from two of my classes last year so I wanted to make them up . , So are you officially a junior now ? So are you officially a junior now ? ," Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same . " " Yeah . And I have 5 credits to spare . I only needed to take 10 credits over the summer , but I took 15 because the price was the same . ", That makes sense . So where is Nicole ? That makes sense . So where is Nicole ? , She dropped out of school completely . She dropped out of school completely . , Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? ," She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time . " " She worked at a startup company as an intern and since the business did well , they asked her if she wanted to work full time . ", Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job . Wow . She's so lucky . She doesn't have a degree and she already has a job . ," It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer . " " It sounds good now , but I'm traditional . I want the degree , so I wouldn't have accepted the offer . ", Do you know how much they are paying her ? Do you know how much they are paying her ? ," I don't know . But I bet it must have been a good offer , or she wouldn't have accepted it . " And anything to drink ? ," Yes , a red wine and a cup of coffee . " " Yes , a red wine and a cup of coffee . ", How do you like your coffee ? How do you like your coffee ? ," With milk but without sugar , please . " " With milk but without sugar , please . ", Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ? Then how about the wine ? Is white wine OK ? ," Yes , please . " "Waiter , the dish is cold to eat . Could you please heat it up for me ? ", Sure . Wait a moment . Sure . Wait a moment . ," By the way , I would like some chilli oil . " " By the way , I would like some chilli oil . ", OK . Are you still on your summer vacation ? , Yes . Yes . , When will school start ? When will school start ? , It'll start on lst September . "Hello , may I speak with the property manager , please ? "," Hello , this is the property manager . How may I help you ? " " Hello , this is the property manager . How may I help you ? "," During that horrible rainstorm last night , my roof began to leak . " " During that horrible rainstorm last night , my roof began to leak . ", What room was the leak in ? What room was the leak in ? , It was in our bedroom . It was in our bedroom . ," Are you on the top floor , or is there another apartment above you ? " " Are you on the top floor , or is there another apartment above you ? ", We are on the top floor . We are on the top floor . , I will be sending someone out as soon as I can get hold of the roofer . Will you be home this morning ? I will be sending someone out as soon as I can get hold of the roofer . Will you be home this morning ? ," Yes , we will be in . " " Yes , we will be in . "," Fine . If you do end up going somewhere , we can just use our pass key . " May I know how long will it take to get some more in from the factory ? , About 3 weeks . About 3 weeks . , When will you be able to deliver ? When will you be able to deliver ? ," By the end of this month , at the latest . " How big is this parking lot in our community ? , It has fifty parking spaces . It has fifty parking spaces . , So you guys should be always busy . So you guys should be always busy . , Why ? Why ? , I bet it is always full of cars . I bet it is always full of cars . ," Quite the contrary , sir . Plenty of the spaces here are free when people drive their cars out to work . " " Quite the contrary , sir . Plenty of the spaces here are free when people drive their cars out to work . ", Ah ... I see . Ah ... I see . , We plan to rent some of them out at the hourly rates . We plan to rent some of them out at the hourly rates . , What is the hourly rate for a car like this ? What is the hourly rate for a car like this ? , I am not sure . But it'll be at least ten yuan an hour . I am not sure . But it'll be at least ten yuan an hour . , How mush would it cost if someone parks here for one hour and ten minutes ? How mush would it cost if someone parks here for one hour and ten minutes ? ," That would be twenty yuan , sir . We charge only by the number of hours , no split of each hour . " " That would be twenty yuan , sir . We charge only by the number of hours , no split of each hour . ", That's expensive . Does your child still believe in Santa Claus ? , Yes . She believes everything about him . Yes . She believes everything about him . , How sweet . How sweet . ," Yes . If she doesn't believe it , Christmas won't be so exciting to her . " " Yes . If she doesn't believe it , Christmas won't be so exciting to her . ", When are you going to tell her that Santa Claus doesn't exist ? When are you going to tell her that Santa Claus doesn't exist ? , I'm not going to tell her . She will find out and understand when she grows older . May I help you ? ," Yes , do you have sweaters ? " " Yes , do you have sweaters ? "," This way , please . How do you like this one ? It's made of cotton . " " This way , please . How do you like this one ? It's made of cotton . "," You have quite a range , haven't you ? I would like to see some other styles . " "Yes , ma'am , how could I help you ? ", I am wondering if you do facial care ? I am wondering if you do facial care ? ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . ", How much would it be ? How much would it be ? , From 200 to 800 . From 200 to 800 . , I'm afraid 800 is too expensive for me . Could you recommend something around 300 ? I'm afraid 800 is too expensive for me . Could you recommend something around 300 ? , No problem . What are you doing this Saturday ? , Not much . Not much . , Do you want to go see a movie ? Do you want to go see a movie ? , That sounds good . That sounds good . , What's playing at the Century Fox ? What's playing at the Century Fox ? , Candlelight in the Window Candlelight in the Window , Should we go see it ? Should we go see it ? , I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies . I'd rather not . I don't like horror movies . , How about ‘ Run of the Mill ? ’ How about ‘ Run of the Mill ? ’ , No . I heard that's really boring . No . I heard that's really boring . , Why don't we go to a concert instead ? Why don't we go to a concert instead ? , Great idea ! Do you have anything in particular that you would like our firm to take into account ? ," Yes , my house is far away from here . May I ask for an apartment ? " " Yes , my house is far away from here . May I ask for an apartment ? ", No problem . We will offer you a room with one bedroom and a kitchen .. No problem . We will offer you a room with one bedroom and a kitchen .. , That's great . Thank you so much . "Hello , there . What can we do for you today ? "," I received some leaflets in the post from you , one of them talked about a new service you have where you can transfer money between this bank and securities companies . Is that right ? " " I received some leaflets in the post from you , one of them talked about a new service you have where you can transfer money between this bank and securities companies . Is that right ? "," Yes , that's right . We have just introduced the program , but it's very popular already . " " Yes , that's right . We have just introduced the program , but it's very popular already . "," I also read that if the customer is a stock investor , which I am , it's possible to get additional benefits ? " " I also read that if the customer is a stock investor , which I am , it's possible to get additional benefits ? "," Right again . We can provide a tailored consultation service for you , giving you the latest quotes from the Stock Exchange and help you to plan what exactly you do with your investments . " " Right again . We can provide a tailored consultation service for you , giving you the latest quotes from the Stock Exchange and help you to plan what exactly you do with your investments . "," What if I don't want to come in to the branch , can I use the consultation service over the phone ? " " What if I don't want to come in to the branch , can I use the consultation service over the phone ? "," Certainly , Sir . Via phone or Internet , any time , any place . " Mr Hughes ? Do you have a minute ? I would like to discuss something with you . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? ," I was wondering , I have heard many of my co-wokers that your knowledge and experience in international markets is phenomenal . Also , I ’ Ve heard the rumor that you speak fluent Japanese . Is that right ? " " I was wondering , I have heard many of my co-wokers that your knowledge and experience in international markets is phenomenal . Also , I ’ Ve heard the rumor that you speak fluent Japanese . Is that right ? "," Yes , that ’ s right . I do speak decent Japanese . " " Yes , that ’ s right . I do speak decent Japanese . ", Right now I ’ m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ’ ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion . Right now I ’ m working on a product launch project to open up our Asian market . We have several upcoming events to take place for the Japanese cities . We ’ ll be heading to Tokyo next month to get things started . What I would like to talk to you about is joining our team to help bring this project to completion . , Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ? Exactly what kind of help did you have in mind ? ," We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other . " " We aer looking for someone who is familiar with the market and cultural issues to act as an advisor to our marketing staff . We would like to set up a partnership , where we can help each other . "," So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ? " " So if I can help you as a consultant , what is in for me ? "," We could give you an uncite office , as well as potential to develop your own contracts in Japan.At the same time , after helping with our project , we will be willing to split our profit with you . " Do you really think we can beat WebTracker ? , Of course . Of course . , How can you be so sure ? Do you know something I don't ? How can you be so sure ? Do you know something I don't ? , I have a plan for handling WebTracker . Step one is the Stars.com contract . I have a plan for handling WebTracker . Step one is the Stars.com contract . , What's step two ? What's step two ? ," Don't worry about that , Dave . Look , I have to see Vince now . Think about what I said . " "Hello , Mr.Benson , welcome to Beijing ! Is this your first time to visit china ? "," Oh , no , I'v already made several trips to Guangzhou , this is my first trip to Beijing though.It is a lot larger than I expected it would be . " " Oh , no , I'v already made several trips to Guangzhou , this is my first trip to Beijing though.It is a lot larger than I expected it would be . "," Yes , Beijing has been grown over the last few years , there are a lot of improvements and changes being made for the Olympics . What would you like to see changing be made for Olympic , what would you like to see when are you here ? " " Yes , Beijing has been grown over the last few years , there are a lot of improvements and changes being made for the Olympics . What would you like to see changing be made for Olympic , what would you like to see when are you here ? "," I hope to have time to visit great wall when I am here , I always want to go there , I think it would be a real shame by came all the way in Beijing and didn't make out the wall , do you think I have a chance to see it ? " " I hope to have time to visit great wall when I am here , I always want to go there , I think it would be a real shame by came all the way in Beijing and didn't make out the wall , do you think I have a chance to see it ? "," I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it ! " " I can pretty sure it can be arranged , the wall is a short distance from the city , but we could make arrangements for driver to take us out to visit the great wall during when our afternoon breaks , I also recommend you to visit Tian'an Men Square and city while you add it ! "," Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ? " " Yes , that would be nice , would I have a tour guide to tour completely visit these places ? "," Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide . " " Don't worry , I would be able to go along with you , over the next few days , if you have any questions or problems , I will be right here to help you out , I can be a translator and tour guide . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . ," My pleasure , I hope your visit to Beijing is very enjoyable ! " Room service . Can I help you ? , This is room 1019 . I would like to order breakfast . This is room 1019 . I would like to order breakfast . ," What would you like , sir ? " " What would you like , sir ? "," One orange juice , scrambled eggs with bacon , toast and coffee . " " One orange juice , scrambled eggs with bacon , toast and coffee . "," It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ? " " It will take about 20 minutes , sir . Is that all right ? "," Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ? " " Yes , it is . Oh , by the way , could you also bring me today's paper ? "," Of course , sir . " Can you speak Japanese ? ," Yes , I can , but not very well . " " Yes , I can , but not very well . ", Where did you learn it ? Where did you learn it ? , At school . And I'm still learning it now . At school . And I'm still learning it now . , How long have you been learning it ? How long have you been learning it ? , About three years . About three years . , Can you speak any other languages ? Can you speak any other languages ? , I'm afraid not . I would like to open an account today . , What kind ? What kind ? , I want to open a checking account . I want to open a checking account . , You need to keep a minimum balance . You need to keep a minimum balance . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , You need at least $ 100 in your account . You need at least $ 100 in your account . , Is that all ? Is that all ? , Yes . That ’ s the minimum . Yes . That ’ s the minimum . , What happens if I don ’ t meet that requirement ? What happens if I don ’ t meet that requirement ? , You will get a fine . You will get a fine . , How much ? How much ? , It ’ s going to be $ 25 . "Susan , I haven't seen you in the pub for a long time . "," I have a part-time job now , so I work in the evenings . " " I have a part-time job now , so I work in the evenings . ", That explains it . "Excuse me , but can you tell me the way to the railway station ? "," Just go straight along this street , turn left at the first crossing and walk straight ahead about 100 meters . You can ’ t miss it . " " Just go straight along this street , turn left at the first crossing and walk straight ahead about 100 meters . You can ’ t miss it . ", About how long will it take me to get there ? About how long will it take me to get there ? ," It ’ s about 20 minutes ’ walk , I think . " " It ’ s about 20 minutes ’ walk , I think . ", I see . Is there a bus I can take ? I see . Is there a bus I can take ? ," Yes , you can take the No . 5 bus over there . Get off at the next stop . " " Yes , you can take the No . 5 bus over there . Get off at the next stop . ", Thank you so much for your help . Thank you so much for your help . , It ’ s my pleasure . Can I make preservation now ? , Sure . At what time ? Sure . At what time ? ," 9:45 , please . We want a table next to the window . " " 9:45 , please . We want a table next to the window . "," I am sorry , sir . We are booked until 9:10 . " " I am sorry , sir . We are booked until 9:10 . "," In that case , please help us reserve a table for 4 at 9:00 . " "Okay , here's the lease . Read it over before you sign it . As you can see , the deposit is $ 300 . "," Oh , okay . I can get it back when I move out , right ? " " Oh , okay . I can get it back when I move out , right ? "," Yes , assuming there's been no damage to the apartment . Before you move in , you can make a list of any marks , scratches , and so forth that are already there . " " Yes , assuming there's been no damage to the apartment . Before you move in , you can make a list of any marks , scratches , and so forth that are already there . ", All right . Here's the lease and the check for the deposit . All right . Here's the lease and the check for the deposit . , Great . You can move in next Monday . Your first month's rent is due then . Whew ! I had to wait for almost an hour to get to the front of the line . , You have much patience . You have much patience . , Wow ! Your calligraphy is very beautiful . It was worth the wait ! Wow ! Your calligraphy is very beautiful . It was worth the wait ! , Thank you . Today I'm writing a kind of poem called a Chinese couplet . Thank you . Today I'm writing a kind of poem called a Chinese couplet . , What does it say ? What does it say ? ," This is an especially famous one . It says "" May the passing days bring you health and longevity . May this season of renewal find you basked in riches . "" " " This is an especially famous one . It says "" May the passing days bring you health and longevity . May this season of renewal find you basked in riches . "" ", That's very nice . Is it for sale ? That's very nice . Is it for sale ? , No . I never sell my artwork . No . I never sell my artwork . , Really ? Then what do you do with it ? Really ? Then what do you do with it ? ," I give it away . Here , this one is for you . " " I give it away . Here , this one is for you . ", Wow ! Really ? Are you sure ? Now I'll have a lucky year ! Wow ! Really ? Are you sure ? Now I'll have a lucky year ! ," Remember , real luck must be created ( by ) yourself , and then it cannot be given or taken away ... " "Linda , this is Todd calling . "," Todd , I am so happy you called ! " " Todd , I am so happy you called ! "," Linda , I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed our time together last Friday night . " " Linda , I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed our time together last Friday night . "," Boy , Todd , that was one great movie you picked out ! Thanks for asking me to go with you ! " " Boy , Todd , that was one great movie you picked out ! Thanks for asking me to go with you ! ", I had a great time too and was thinking that maybe you might want to join me for a hike to the waterfalls on Saturday . I had a great time too and was thinking that maybe you might want to join me for a hike to the waterfalls on Saturday . ," A hike would be great ! Let me pack us a nice picnic lunch , OK ? " " A hike would be great ! Let me pack us a nice picnic lunch , OK ? "," Linda , that would be a perfect addition . " " Linda , that would be a perfect addition . "," I'll take care of the lunch then , and you can take care of the other plans . What time would you like to pick me up ? " " I'll take care of the lunch then , and you can take care of the other plans . What time would you like to pick me up ? ", I was hoping to leave by 9 o'clock so that it won \ ' t be too hot for the hike . I was hoping to leave by 9 o'clock so that it won \ ' t be too hot for the hike . , Nine is a great time to get started . I'll see you on Saturday ! "Hi , can I help you ? ", Yes . We have a reservation . Yes . We have a reservation . ," What's your name , Sir ? " " What's your name , Sir ? ", Jack . Jack . ," Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ? " " Yes Sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill up these forms , please ? "," The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ? " " The reservation was for a double , for three nights . Wasn't it ? "," Yes , Sir . That's correct . " Would you like to order now ? , Yes . I'll have the shrimp cocktail to start . Yes . I'll have the shrimp cocktail to start . , What would you like for your main course ? What would you like for your main course ? ," I'll have a steak , medium rare . " Good morning . I'd like to check out right now . , May I have your room number 。 Sir ? May I have your room number 。 Sir ? , Room 103 . Room 103 . ," Just a minute , Sir.Are you Mr Wang from China ? " " Just a minute , Sir.Are you Mr Wang from China ? ", Yes.Wang Bin . Yes.Wang Bin . ," Mr Wang , did you sign any bill in the last two hours in our hotel ? " " Mr Wang , did you sign any bill in the last two hours in our hotel ? ", No . No . , Have you used any hotel services this morning ? Have you used any hotel services this morning ? ," No , I have not . " " No , I have not . ", Here is your bill.It totals 3250 dollars . Here is your bill.It totals 3250 dollars . , All right . Can I pay with credit cards ? All right . Can I pay with credit cards ? , What kind of card ? What kind of card ? , American Express . American Express . ," Yes , we do . Here is your bill and receipt . " You look very professional in the suit . , The company regulates that men should wear a suit and tie in business meeting . Company policy is not negotiable . The company regulates that men should wear a suit and tie in business meeting . Company policy is not negotiable . , I appreciate it . It is related to company image . "hello , this is the International Student Office . My name is Leah . How may I help you ? "," I'd like to speak to the Ms . Collins , please . " " I'd like to speak to the Ms . Collins , please . "," ok . Can I ask who is calling , please ? " " ok . Can I ask who is calling , please ? ", this is Nathaniel Brown . this is Nathaniel Brown . , and what is your call regarding ? and what is your call regarding ? , I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation . I'd like to talk to her about my accommodation situation . ," ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold . " " ok , I'll try and put you through . Please hold . ", ok . ok . ," ... sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ? " " ... sorry , her line is busy at the moment . Can I take a message ? ", sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ? sure . Can you have her call me back on my cell phone number ? , ok . What's your number ? ok . What's your number ? , it's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 . it's 0-7- 7-8- 7-3- 6-7- 6-8- 8 . ," let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight . " " let me repeat that back to you . That's zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , double six , double eight . "," no , there's no double six at the of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight . " " no , there's no double six at the of the number . It's just zero , double seven , eight , seven , three , six , seven , six , double eight . ", I got it . When should I have her call you back ? I got it . When should I have her call you back ? , anytime before 6 pm tonight . anytime before 6 pm tonight . ," ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm . " " ok , Nathaniel . I'll have Ms . Collins call you back sometime tonight before 6 pm . ", thank you ! bye ! , bye ! "People of different races are fit for quite different sports . For instance , Asians are especially good fattable tennis , badminton , diving and shooting . They seem to have been born with certain natural endowments in technical sports , in which flexibility , agility and quick reflexes are favorable . "," And a typical example has been the Chinese athletes at the Beijing Olympics , right ? " " And a typical example has been the Chinese athletes at the Beijing Olympics , right ? "," Yes , in all these four sports . the Chinese Olympic dream teams led the way . They swept the floor against their opponents in table tennis and diving . " " Yes , in all these four sports . the Chinese Olympic dream teams led the way . They swept the floor against their opponents in table tennis and diving . ", Then what are the Westerners fit for ? Then what are the Westerners fit for ? ," I think they are in a better position in those sports that demand a high degree of intensity , speed and explosive force like swimming , field games , etc . " " I think they are in a better position in those sports that demand a high degree of intensity , speed and explosive force like swimming , field games , etc . ", Where do you think the edge is for black athletes ? Where do you think the edge is for black athletes ? ," It's common sense that African athletes always make a clean sweep in track events , middle or long distance races , relays , hurdles , barriers , and marathon . " " It's common sense that African athletes always make a clean sweep in track events , middle or long distance races , relays , hurdles , barriers , and marathon . "," I got you . Their competitive edge lies mainly in endurance and stamina . They are creatures from the savannah , and take to running like antelopes . " I need your help . ," Oh , what's up ? " " Oh , what's up ? ", I locked myself out . What do you suggest I do ? I locked myself out . What do you suggest I do ? ," Well , the best thing to do is to go down to the front desk and ask for a duplicate key . " I see that there are Olympic mascots in your car . ," Yes . I am very interested in the Olympic Games , and I'm especially excited about 2008 Beijing Olympics . " " Yes . I am very interested in the Olympic Games , and I'm especially excited about 2008 Beijing Olympics . "," Me , too . I want to be a volunteer for 2008 Beijing Olympics . " " Me , too . I want to be a volunteer for 2008 Beijing Olympics . ", That's cool . Care for a little quiz on that ? That's cool . Care for a little quiz on that ? , No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' . No problem . I'm an ' Olympic expert ' . ," Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ? " " Wow , you've talked the talk . Now it's time to walk the walk . Here we go . First , can you tell me something about the ancient Olympics ? ", The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece . The ancient Olympics originated in ancient Greece . , Good . Why do people name it Olympics ? Good . Why do people name it Olympics ? , They name it after the place where it was first held . They name it after the place where it was first held . , Who started the modern Olympics ? Who started the modern Olympics ? , This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin . This question is a piece of cake . A Frenchman named Baron de Coubertin . , What did people call him ? What did people call him ? , Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' . Of course he was called ' the father of the Olympics ' . , What did he do for restoring the Olympics ? What did he do for restoring the Olympics ? , He once made a speech on the ‘ Renaissance of the Olympics ' . He once made a speech on the ‘ Renaissance of the Olympics ' . ," Well , that's for all . Excellent ! " " Well , that's for all . Excellent ! ", I've told you I'm an expert . Come on in . Make yourself at home . , Thanks a lot . "Good morning , sir.Can I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to see the manager.Here ' s my card . " " Yes , I'd like to see the manager.Here ' s my card . "," Thank you , Mr.Wang.Do you have an appointment ? " " Thank you , Mr.Wang.Do you have an appointment ? "," No , I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now ? " " No , I'm afraid I don't . Is it possible for me to see him now ? ", I'm afraid Mr.Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ? I'm afraid Mr.Li is engaged at the moment . Would you mind waiting ? ," Well , how long will it be ? " " Well , how long will it be ? ", About half an hour . About half an hour . , That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten . That's too bad . I can't wait that long . I have another appointment at ten . , Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ? Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead ? ," No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday . " " No , I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday . ", Do you want to make another appointment ? Do you want to make another appointment ? ," Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ? " " Yes , I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now . I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock . Is that all right ? "," Yes , I'll make a note of that and ask Mr.Li to confirm . " We have waited for a long time . When will we start ? , Take it easy . I have to cut my losses . "Do you think I could use your car tomorrow ? I ’ Ve got a date with this girl , see ? And ... "," I see . Well , now you can have it as long as you bring it back by nine thirty . " " I see . Well , now you can have it as long as you bring it back by nine thirty . ", Nine thirty ? That ’ s no good . Couldn ’ t I have it a bit longer ? Even if I fill up the tank ? Nine thirty ? That ’ s no good . Couldn ’ t I have it a bit longer ? Even if I fill up the tank ? ," I ’ m afraid not , Nick . That ’ s the best I can do . " You don't look very well . , I'm not feeling too well . I've caught a cold . I'm not feeling too well . I've caught a cold . , Is it because of the bad weather ? It's been really miserable for the past tew days . Is it because of the bad weather ? It's been really miserable for the past tew days . , Hasn't it ! It's been cold and windy recently.Do you like the weather here ? Hasn't it ! It's been cold and windy recently.Do you like the weather here ? ," Not really , but I've got used to it now . " " Not really , but I've got used to it now . "," Oh , I'm going for a trip to New York this autumn . What's the weather like in New York ? " " Oh , I'm going for a trip to New York this autumn . What's the weather like in New York ? ", Not quite good . It's windy and dry . We have got continental climate there . It's dry all the year round . Usually autumn is the best season of the year In New York . Not quite good . It's windy and dry . We have got continental climate there . It's dry all the year round . Usually autumn is the best season of the year In New York . , Is it cold in autumn there ? Should I take any warm clothes with me ? Is it cold in autumn there ? Should I take any warm clothes with me ? ," No , it isn't very cold at that time . You'll only need some light wool clothing with somejackets and shirts . " We are here . , OK . How much is the fare ? OK . How much is the fare ? , The total is 45 yuan . The total is 45 yuan . ," 45 yuan ? It is too much , Are you sure ? " " 45 yuan ? It is too much , Are you sure ? ", It is 45 yuan on the meter . It is 45 yuan on the meter . , Is there something wrong with your meter ? Is there something wrong with your meter ? , No . I am sure about that . No . I am sure about that . , OK . Could you give me a receipt ? OK . Could you give me a receipt ? , Yes . This is your receipt . "Good morning , sir . What can I do for you ? ", I want to check in . I want to check in . , Have you made a reservation ? Have you made a reservation ? ," No , I want a double room . By the way , is there any discount for children ? " " No , I want a double room . By the way , is there any discount for children ? "," Yes , children are half price . " " Yes , children are half price . "," Ok , please have me arrange one . " Have you ever seen coco ? , I've seen her on TV but not in the flesh . I've seen her on TV but not in the flesh . ," I'm so familiar with her songs , but I don't know what kind of person she is in real life . " Can I have a look at that digital camera please ? , Yes of course . This is a really good one actually . Yes of course . This is a really good one actually . , How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? , This one is 1500 yuan . This one is 1500 yuan . , It looks pretty good . I think I'll take it . It looks pretty good . I think I'll take it . , Would you like anything else ? Would you like anything else ? , That's all thank you . How much are these in all ? , It comes to $ 40 . It comes to $ 40 . , Here is my member card . Can I have someone carry those bags to my car ? Here is my member card . Can I have someone carry those bags to my car ? , Of course . I will find you one . "Hi , Carlos . What are you doing this afternoon ? ", Working . Why ? Working . Why ? , Well . I was just wondering if you would come by and give me a hand with the fliers for next week ’ s party . Well . I was just wondering if you would come by and give me a hand with the fliers for next week ’ s party . ," I ’ m sorry , Melissa . I really can ’ t today . I ’ Ve just got too much going on . Maybe tomorrow . " "We're considering of ordering 200 computers , but I'm wondering about the price you'll possibly offer . ", Our price will be not less than $ 5000 . Our price will be not less than $ 5000 . , Your price is higher than I expected . Could you give us a little discount ? Your price is higher than I expected . Could you give us a little discount ? , This is already our best price . This is already our best price . , But the price is always negotiable and you should consider our quantity of order . But the price is always negotiable and you should consider our quantity of order . ," Well , what would you suggest ? " " Well , what would you suggest ? ", Could you make it $ 4500 ? Could you make it $ 4500 ? , I'm afraid that there is no room to negotiate the price . This is the best price we can quote . I'm afraid that there is no room to negotiate the price . This is the best price we can quote . , Can we meet each other half way ? Can we meet each other half way ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Let's close the deal at $ 4800 , OK ? " " Let's close the deal at $ 4800 , OK ? "," You drive a hard bargain ! OK , that's a deal . " Valerie ! Hi ! Wow how are you ? It ’ s been such a long time ! ," Darlene ! Indeed , it ’ s been a while ! How have you been ? Wow , you look amazing ! I love what you ’ Ve done with your hair ! " " Darlene ! Indeed , it ’ s been a while ! How have you been ? Wow , you look amazing ! I love what you ’ Ve done with your hair ! "," Really ? Thanks ! I went to that hair salon that you told me about , but enough about me ! Look at you ! You haven ’ t aged a day since the last time I saw you ! What is your secret ! " " Really ? Thanks ! I went to that hair salon that you told me about , but enough about me ! Look at you ! You haven ’ t aged a day since the last time I saw you ! What is your secret ! "," Ha ha , come on ! Well , I ’ Ve been watching what I eat , and working out three times a week . By the way , I heard your son recently graduated ! " " Ha ha , come on ! Well , I ’ Ve been watching what I eat , and working out three times a week . By the way , I heard your son recently graduated ! "," Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know . " " Yes , my little Paul is finally a doctor . They grow up so fast you know . ", He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course ! He is such a handsome guy . He gets his looks from his mother of course ! ," Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently . " " Thank you ! What about your daughter , Pamela ? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently . ", Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended . Oh yes . She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended . , Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday ! Such a lovely girl . I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday ! ," But of course ! Well , it ’ s been great talking to you , but I have to get going . " " But of course ! Well , it ’ s been great talking to you , but I have to get going . "," Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee ! " " Same here ! We will catch up soon , maybe over coffee ! ", That would be great ! Give me a call ! That would be great ! Give me a call ! , See you soon ! Bye ! Egg ... I can ’ t stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter . "Wow , that terrible movie is finally over . Next time I ’ m picking the film , because I don ’ t want to end up seeing a chick flick . "," Well you should have picked , in the end you always complain about everything . " " Well you should have picked , in the end you always complain about everything . "," Not everything , just this film . Even the title is ridiculous , and it ’ s so long , those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life , so much so that I ’ m thinking about asking them to give me my money back . " " Not everything , just this film . Even the title is ridiculous , and it ’ s so long , those are the two and a half most wasted hours of my life , so much so that I ’ m thinking about asking them to give me my money back . "," I ’ m thinking of taking you back home . I thought we could have a nice evening , but you ’ re always so negative . " " I ’ m thinking of taking you back home . I thought we could have a nice evening , but you ’ re always so negative . ", I ’ m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage . I ’ m only complaining about a movie that I could have rented or bought and then thrown in the garbage . ," You see , that ’ s what I ’ m talking about , I can ’ t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore . " " You see , that ’ s what I ’ m talking about , I can ’ t stand your sarcastic jokes anymore . "," Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings . " " Next time , go with your gay friend who is more in touch with his feelings . ", Well he ’ s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories . Well he ’ s more of a man than you are ; at least he appreciates love stories . , Love stories ? More like one-night-stands . Love stories ? More like one-night-stands . ," Don ’ t criticize Mario or else I ’ ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours , they ’ re no saints . " " Don ’ t criticize Mario or else I ’ ll start on those fat , drunk friends of yours , they ’ re no saints . ", My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ? My friends ? Fat ? What about those whales you call friends ? ," You ’ re unbearable , you can walk home , I ’ m leaving . " "OK class , so today we are going to continue with our anatomy class , today we will review everything we have learned . Can anyone tell me what the first major organ is ? ", The brain ! The brain ! ," That's right , the brain ! It serves as a control center for the body , handling the processes of the central nervous system as well as cognition . Then what major organ is in our chest ? " " That's right , the brain ! It serves as a control center for the body , handling the processes of the central nervous system as well as cognition . Then what major organ is in our chest ? ", The heart ! The heart ! ," Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ? " " Very good ! It pumps blood throughout the body , using the circulatory system such as blood vessels and veins . Now let's not forget that our lungs provide oxygen to our heart and body to keep us alive ! Now what about the organs that help us digest food ? ", The stomach and intestines ! The stomach and intestines ! , Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ? Very good ! Let's not forget that the stomach is the one that breaks down our food and our intestines process that food and then expel the waste . Are we forgetting anything ? ," Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder ! " " Yeah ! Our kidneys , liver and bladder ! "," Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed . " " Oh yes , you are right . Very important organs indeed . "," So what do these organs do , teacher ? " " So what do these organs do , teacher ? "," Well , mumm , they ... Time for a break ! We can talk about it when you get back . " I am unsure how to add a class and need help . , I have an opening . Do you have an add sheet for me to sign ? I have an opening . Do you have an add sheet for me to sign ? ," Yes , I have an add sheet . " " Yes , I have an add sheet . "," After I sign it , you must take it to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class . Do you know where that is ? " " After I sign it , you must take it to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class . Do you know where that is ? "," No , I'm not sure . " " No , I'm not sure . "," When you cross the quad , the office is right in front of you . Go inside and follow the signs to the correct line . " " When you cross the quad , the office is right in front of you . Go inside and follow the signs to the correct line . ", Thanks . I understand what to do now . Thanks . I understand what to do now . ," It should be easy to find . After you add the class , check with me in a few weeks to make sure that you are on my roll sheet . " " It should be easy to find . After you add the class , check with me in a few weeks to make sure that you are on my roll sheet . ", That sounds good . That sounds good . ," Good , just make sure that you do the same thing if you ever need to drop a class . Good luck ! " Excuse me . , Yeah ? Yeah ? , I've never used this place before.Can you give me some idea what I need to do ? I've never used this place before.Can you give me some idea what I need to do ? , You just put quarters in the machines.It ' s easy . You just put quarters in the machines.It ' s easy . ," Yes , but ... well ... " " Yes , but ... well ... ", What ? What ? , How do I use the machines ? How do I use the machines ? , What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers . What do you mean ? These are the washing machines . Those big things over there are the dryers . , I see . Do the machines have soap in them ? I see . Do the machines have soap in them ? ," No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ? " " No , of course not . You have to put soap in . Did you bring your soap ? ", No . I don't have soap . No . I don't have soap . ," Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there . " " Well , you can buy some from that vending machine over there . ", Thanks.Okay . I have my soap . Thanks.Okay . I have my soap . , My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ? My God ! You really bought a lot . Why do you need so much ? , I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean . I don't know . I want my clothes to be clean . , But you can't use so much.The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out . But you can't use so much.The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out . , Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before . Oh . I guess I didn't know . I have never washed clothes before . , What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ? What ? Did you say you never washed clothes before ? , Yes . Yes . , In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ? In your life ? Are you kidding ? Never ? , No . Never . No . Never . , I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ? I can't believe it . How can that be ? How old are you ? , I'm nineteen . I'm nineteen . , But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ? But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes ? , My mother always did it . My mother always did it . ," Yes , my mother washed my clothes too.But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself . " " Yes , my mother washed my clothes too.But when I was twelve , I started to wash clothes myself . "," I know about this fact.American children are more independent . They do more for themselves.But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard.So the mother does everything for the kids.The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school.So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it . " " I know about this fact.American children are more independent . They do more for themselves.But I am from Taiwan . In Taiwan , children must study very hard.So the mother does everything for the kids.The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school.So I've never washed clothes before . You shouldn't laugh at me for it . ", I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ? I'm not laughing at you . But let me ask you something ? , What ? What ? ," How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself.If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house.How can you live on your own ? " " How are you going to survive here ? I mean , if you can't do anything for yourself.If you can't cook , if you can't wash clothes , if you can't clean house.How can you live on your own ? ", I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn . I don't know . It's hard . But I have to learn . ," Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines . " " Well , I'll help you learn how to use these machines . ", Thanks . My name's Nick . Thanks . My name's Nick . , I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today . I'm Alice . I guess I'll have to be your mother for today . ," Thanks , Mom . Thanks . " Who's your favorite film star ? , Tom Hanks is always my favorite film star . Tom Hanks is always my favorite film star . , What films feature him ? What films feature him ? , Many ! Do you have a double room for tonight ? , With an ocean view ? With an ocean view ? , Without is fine . Without is fine . , A double room without a view for just one night ? A double room without a view for just one night ? , That's right . That's right . ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . "," By the way , what's the rate for a single room ? " "You seem to like her very much , don't you ? ", I can't deny that . She is so beautiful that I fell in love with her at the first sight . I wish I knew more about her . I can't deny that . She is so beautiful that I fell in love with her at the first sight . I wish I knew more about her . , But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl . But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl . , I can not belive that . It must be cooked up by someone . Have you had any publications ? , Yes . I have published some articles in China Daily and Economist . Yes . I have published some articles in China Daily and Economist . , How about your communication skills ? How about your communication skills ? ," As a journalist , I have strong communication skills . I am good at both discourse management and strategic competence . " Tell me something about yourself and your past . ," I was born and grew up in hebes Province . I moved to Beijing , where I started taking courses for my MBA . When I completed my degree , I was offered an opportunity working for a financial services company . I've worked there for eight years . " " I was born and grew up in hebes Province . I moved to Beijing , where I started taking courses for my MBA . When I completed my degree , I was offered an opportunity working for a financial services company . I've worked there for eight years . ", What was the most significant project you've worked on ? What was the most significant project you've worked on ? ," I was assigned a project to design a 360 - degree performance system . It was a challenge for a person with a finance background . I met with the technical people and discussed the possibilities and obstacles . Based on that information , I selected a team and created a spreadsheet to manage the project . We got the project done on schedule . I was rewarded for outstanding results and was able to share the honors with the team . " " I was assigned a project to design a 360 - degree performance system . It was a challenge for a person with a finance background . I met with the technical people and discussed the possibilities and obstacles . Based on that information , I selected a team and created a spreadsheet to manage the project . We got the project done on schedule . I was rewarded for outstanding results and was able to share the honors with the team . ", What finance experience makes you qualified for this position ? What finance experience makes you qualified for this position ? ," For the past eight years , I have been working in the banking industry . I have a solid understanding of accounting concepts , an analytical mind and a strong attention to detail . I've had a lot of customer service training and experience , and I have been told that I excel in this area . " " For the past eight years , I have been working in the banking industry . I have a solid understanding of accounting concepts , an analytical mind and a strong attention to detail . I've had a lot of customer service training and experience , and I have been told that I excel in this area . ", How would your coworkers evaluate you ? How would your coworkers evaluate you ? , They'd say I was a handworker and a real team player . They'd say I was a handworker and a real team player . , What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? , I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary . I'd like to postpone that decision until later . Can you speak English ? , Yes I can . I speak it very well . Yes I can . I speak it very well . , Where did you learn it ? Where did you learn it ? , I lived in England when I was a child . I lived in England when I was a child . , What else can you speak ? What else can you speak ? ," Well , I know a little Italian . " "Hey , don ’ t walk on the lawn . "," Sorry , I ’ m looking for my wallet . " " Sorry , I ’ m looking for my wallet . ", You lost your wallet ? Anything important in it ? You lost your wallet ? Anything important in it ? , Yes . A lot of cash . Almost forty thousand pounds . Yes . A lot of cash . Almost forty thousand pounds . ," Oh , I ’ m sorry to hear that . I think you ’ d better talk to the police officer walking there . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry to hear that . I think you ’ d better talk to the police officer walking there . ", It seems that is a better way . Thank you . It seems that is a better way . Thank you . , You are welcome . "Hi , Sandra . how was your weekend ? ", Great ! I went hiking in the mountains on Saturday . Great ! I went hiking in the mountains on Saturday . , Fantastic ! how was that ? Fantastic ! how was that ? , Really good ! you should try it sometime . Really good ! you should try it sometime . , I might . what did you do yesterday ? I might . what did you do yesterday ? ," Uh , nothing much , just went to bed early . I was still tired from Saturday . " Does it bother you that your husband goes away on long business trips ? , No.The time we have spent apart has been good for us.Absence makes the heart grow fonder . Have you begun cleaning up that room of yours ? ," I haven't started yet , but I will . " " I haven't started yet , but I will . ", What time are you going to clean it up ? What time are you going to clean it up ? , I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later . I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later . , I told you to clean it up earlier . I told you to clean it up earlier . , I know . I am still going to clean it up . I know . I am still going to clean it up . , Make sure you vacuum and dust your room . Make sure you vacuum and dust your room . , I won't forget . I won't forget . , I don't want you to leave until you clean up . I don't want you to leave until you clean up . ," My plans aren't until later , so I'll clean it before I go . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I need some traveler's checks . " " Yes , I need some traveler's checks . ", How much do you need ? How much do you need ? , Three thousand US dollars . Three thousand US dollars . ," All right , can I have your passbook ? " " All right , can I have your passbook ? "," Yes , here you go . " " Yes , here you go . ", What amounts do you want the checks in ? What amounts do you want the checks in ? , It's all the same to me . It's all the same to me . , Here you are . How may I help you ? , I want to return this video . I want to return this video . , Is that all you need ? Is that all you need ? , I also need to check this magazine out . I also need to check this magazine out . , You ’ re not allowed to do that . You ’ re not allowed to do that . , I don ’ t understand . I don ’ t understand . , It ’ s our policy . It ’ s our policy . , What can I check out ? What can I check out ? , Only books or videos . Only books or videos . , I need this magazine . I need this magazine . , You will have to read it here . You will have to read it here . , That ’ s weird . How much for the bus ride ? , It's $ 1.25 for this bus . It's $ 1.25 for this bus . , How long have you been a bus driver ? How long have you been a bus driver ? , I started driving the bus a few months ago . I started driving the bus a few months ago . , Is it fun driving the bus ? Is it fun driving the bus ? , Not at all . Not at all . , I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver . I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver . ," I never did either , but it pays the bills . " " I never did either , but it pays the bills . ", I enjoyed talking to you . I enjoyed talking to you . , I liked talking to you too . What do you think of AC milan and the team of Argentine ? , They aren't evenly matched . They aren't evenly matched . ," Yes , I think AC Milan's foot work is much better on the whole . " " Yes , I think AC Milan's foot work is much better on the whole . ", Yet the Argentine attacker is worth a bet . "Well , I must be off now . I have an appointment at six . "," In that case , I won ’ t keep you any longer . Drop in anytime . " " In that case , I won ’ t keep you any longer . Drop in anytime . "," Ok , Goodbye . " " Ok , Goodbye . ", See you later . "I ’ m tired , Larry . Can we have a break ? ", What ? You ’ re tired ? But we just started about twenty minutes ago . What ? You ’ re tired ? But we just started about twenty minutes ago . ," I know , but I ’ m really tired . My stomach feels funny . " " I know , but I ’ m really tired . My stomach feels funny . ", What ’ s the matter ? Didn ’ t you sleep well last night ? What ’ s the matter ? Didn ’ t you sleep well last night ? , I was too excited to sleep last night . I didn ’ t go to sleep until quite late . I was too excited to sleep last night . I didn ’ t go to sleep until quite late . , Then when did you go to sleep ? Then when did you go to sleep ? , About 2 o ’ clock in the morning . About 2 o ’ clock in the morning . , When ? When ? , About 2 o ’ clock . About 2 o ’ clock . ," Oh , Susie . Didn ’ t I tell you over and over again that you wouldn ’ t be able to climb the mountain unless you got enough sleep ? " " Oh , Susie . Didn ’ t I tell you over and over again that you wouldn ’ t be able to climb the mountain unless you got enough sleep ? "," You did , but I can ’ t help it . " " You did , but I can ’ t help it . ", This is a one-day trip . We ’ ll have to keep going and try to reach the top by noon or give up right now and go home . Which one do you choose ? This is a one-day trip . We ’ ll have to keep going and try to reach the top by noon or give up right now and go home . Which one do you choose ? ," Which one do I choose ? I don ’ t want to give up , but I really feel tired . " " Which one do I choose ? I don ’ t want to give up , but I really feel tired . "," So , make up your mind quickly . Whether to keep going or give up . " " So , make up your mind quickly . Whether to keep going or give up . ", Let me think about it . What should I do ? I think I will not give up . Good morning . I ’ m thinking about buying some new furniture for my living room . Could you help me ? ," Certainly . As you can see , we have several three-piece suites on sale . Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are . " " Certainly . As you can see , we have several three-piece suites on sale . Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are . "," I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision . I think I like the black leather suite . It ’ s on sale , isn't it ? " " I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision . I think I like the black leather suite . It ’ s on sale , isn't it ? ", Yes . The price has been reduced by 50 % . It ’ s a real bargain . Yes . The price has been reduced by 50 % . It ’ s a real bargain . , I ’ ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ? I ’ ll take it . I also need to improve the lighting in my living room . Do you have any suggestions ? , Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ’ re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ? Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you ’ re reading or watching tv . How big is your living room ? , It ’ s quite large . It ’ s about 40 square meters . It ’ s quite large . It ’ s about 40 square meters . , I ’ d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better . I ’ d suggest you buy two . That allows you to change the brightness of the room better . , OK . I like the design of this lamps . I also need some cushion covers . I ’ ll just browse through those ones over there . Here's our sample room . , You've got a large collection of sample foodstuffs here . You've got a large collection of sample foodstuffs here . ," Yes . We are exporting a wide range of foodstuffs to many countries . And the demand is getting greater and greater.By the way , which items are you interested in ? " " Yes . We are exporting a wide range of foodstuffs to many countries . And the demand is getting greater and greater.By the way , which items are you interested in ? ", I'm particularly interested in shortbreads . Do you have some samples you could show me ? I'm particularly interested in shortbreads . Do you have some samples you could show me ? ," Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require . " " Yes . This way , please . Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors , such as almond , walnut , lotus seed , etc . And different packaging has different weights . We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require . ", The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better . The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us . I wonder if Your pastry tastes better . , You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality . You are welcome to have a try . Here it is . Ours is of prime quality . ," Oh , it's delicious ... " "Look at the catalogue , John . I think I want to get this red blouse ", Don't you have one like this in blue ? Don't you have one like this in blue ? ," Yah , but it doesn't have a red one . " " Yah , but it doesn't have a red one . ", Do you need every color in the rainbow ? Do you need every color in the rainbow ? , Yes ! Yes ! , Ze ze ze ... Women ! "Believe it or not , one of the narrowest street in the world is only 49cm wide . ", Unbelievable ! How do people go through it ? Unbelievable ! How do people go through it ? ," That's what I'm wondering , too . " " That's what I'm wondering , too . ", I wish I had a chance to see it with my own eyes . Can I help you ? , My wife and I want to go to Beijing for a tour . Can you arrange it ? My wife and I want to go to Beijing for a tour . Can you arrange it ? ," Yes , we can arrange that . " " Yes , we can arrange that . ", I'd like to know what kind of tour your travel agency has . I'd like to know what kind of tour your travel agency has . ," Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour . " " Our travel agency provides all kinds of tours , ranging from individual tour to group package tour . ", Excellent . Excellent . , When do you expect to come ? When do you expect to come ? , September 28th . September 28th . , What specific places do you wish to visit ? What specific places do you wish to visit ? ," We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace . " " We would like to visit the Great Wall , the Ming Tombs and the Imperial Palace . ", OK . Did you watch the movie program on Channel 6 last night ? ," Yes , I did . It is a horrible movie . " " Yes , I did . It is a horrible movie . ", I wonder why TV programs often show much violence . I wonder why TV programs often show much violence . ," Actually , more and more people have realized that violence on TV may lead to the increase of crime rates among teenagers . " " Actually , more and more people have realized that violence on TV may lead to the increase of crime rates among teenagers . ", They are especially harmful to teenagers . They are especially harmful to teenagers . , But anyhow there are many worthwhile programs . "so , have you seen all three The Lord of the Rings movies ? "," yes , but I didn't really like the third one at all . " " yes , but I didn't really like the third one at all . "," that's the Return of the King , right ? " " that's the Return of the King , right ? "," yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ? " " yeah . Even though the customs were brilliant , I didn't think it was as good as the first two . What did you think ? "," I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me . " " I thought the special effects were amazing , but I got a bit confused . The plot was too complicated for me . ", did you read the books before you watched the movies ? did you read the books before you watched the movies ? , no . did you ? no . did you ? ," yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters . " " yes , I've read them many times . I think it's much easier to follow for people who were already familiar with all the characters . "," yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me . " " yes , trying to keep track of all the characters was quite confusing for me . ", I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home . I also think that it was much better in the theatre than at home . , most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles . most movies are . Another problem for me was the film was dubbed in German with English subtitles . , that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries . that happens a lot in non-English speaking countries . , I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars . I heard that The Return of the King was nominated for 11 Oscars . ," actually , they not only had 11 nominations , but they won 11 Oscars , too ! " what are you looking for ? , I want to buy a new camcorder for my trip this summer . I want to buy a new camcorder for my trip this summer . , do you know what camcorder options are available ? do you know what camcorder options are available ? , not really . I thought I'd just have a look today . not really . I thought I'd just have a look today . , would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ? would you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in ? , sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first . sure . I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first . , ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ? ok . This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder . Why don't you see if you like the way it feel ? , it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ? it's very light . That would be good . How is the battery life ? , it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes . it's got an above-average battery life . It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes . , can you also take still photos with this ? can you also take still photos with this ? ," yes , that is an option . " " yes , that is an option . ", how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ? how about night vision ? Can you use it in the dark ? , yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark . yes . I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark . , that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ? that's not bad at all . How's the microphone ? Does it pick up much sound ? , It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera . It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera . , how does that compare with other models ? how does that compare with other models ? ," there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one . " " there are models that can pick up more sound than this one , but they're much bigger and heavier than this one . "," I guess you can't have everything , can you ? " Do you know how to drive ? , I'm a great driver . I'm a great driver . , Could you teach me how to drive ? Could you teach me how to drive ? , Have you gotten your learner's permit ? Have you gotten your learner's permit ? ," Yes , I have my learner's permit . " " Yes , I have my learner's permit . ", Have you ever been behind the wheel ? Have you ever been behind the wheel ? , I've only driven a car one time . I've only driven a car one time . ," You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ? " " You do know all the controls in the car , don't you ? ", I know them . I know them . , Tell me when you want me to teach you . Tell me when you want me to teach you . , We can do it when you have some time . We can do it when you have some time . , I'm not busy tomorrow . Call me then . "Paul , a company called me for an interview . ", That's great ! You need to prepare for it . How ? , Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview . Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview . , OK . OK . , Buy a decent suit . Buy a decent suit . , Is a white blouse OK ? Is a white blouse OK ? ," Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes . " " Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes . ", How about make up ? How about make up ? , Not much make up . I never watch foreign films . They're too boring . ," Jason , you have no taste . You think First Blood is a good movie . " " Jason , you have no taste . You think First Blood is a good movie . "," Hey , it is ! A lot of people like that movie ! " " Hey , it is ! A lot of people like that movie ! "," I'm sorry , but it's a bad movie . The plot is stupid , and the script is poorly written . " " I'm sorry , but it's a bad movie . The plot is stupid , and the script is poorly written . "," Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob . " " Face it , you don't like action movies because you're a snob . "," No , I don't like action movies because I'm cultured ! " "Hi , good morning , Miss ? what can I help you with ? ", Good morning I'd like to mail this box of books to Taiwan . Good morning I'd like to mail this box of books to Taiwan . ," OK , please put it on this scale.Airmail or by sea ? " " OK , please put it on this scale.Airmail or by sea ? ", How long does it take to reach Taiwan by sea ? How long does it take to reach Taiwan by sea ? , Usually about two month . Usually about two month . , That's too long.How long does it take to reach Taiwan by airmail ? That's too long.How long does it take to reach Taiwan by airmail ? , About ten days . About ten days . , Then how much is that by airmail ? Then how much is that by airmail ? ," Let me see.It ' s 57 dollars , 20 cents , including tax . " " Let me see.It ' s 57 dollars , 20 cents , including tax . ", That's a little bit expensive . That's a little bit expensive . ," Although it's expensive to send it by airmail , it's quicker and safer than by sea . " " Although it's expensive to send it by airmail , it's quicker and safer than by sea . ", I guess I have to send it by airmail . I guess I have to send it by airmail . ," Do you want to ensure the contents , Miss ? " " Do you want to ensure the contents , Miss ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . "," Please fill out this form , also please write the value of the items in this space . " " Please fill out this form , also please write the value of the items in this space . ", OK . How's Jimmy today ? ," Better , thank you , doctor . " " Better , thank you , doctor . "," Can I see him please , Mrs Williams ? " " Can I see him please , Mrs Williams ? "," Certainly , doctor . Come upstairs . " " Certainly , doctor . Come upstairs . "," You look very well , Jimmy . You are better now , but you mustn't get up yet.You must stay in bed for another two days.The boy mustn't go to school yet , Mrs Williams . And he mustn't eat rich food . " " You look very well , Jimmy . You are better now , but you mustn't get up yet.You must stay in bed for another two days.The boy mustn't go to school yet , Mrs Williams . And he mustn't eat rich food . "," Does he have a temperature , doctor ? " " Does he have a temperature , doctor ? "," No , he doesn ’ t . " " No , he doesn ’ t . ", Must he stay in bed ? Must he stay in bed ? ," Yes . He must remain in bed for another two days . He can get up for about two hours each day , but you must keep the room warm . Where's Mr Williams this evening ? " " Yes . He must remain in bed for another two days . He can get up for about two hours each day , but you must keep the room warm . Where's Mr Williams this evening ? "," He's in bed , doctor . Can you see him , please ? He has a bad cold , too ! " I think this one will do . , I'm sorry . I don't think so . I'm sorry . I don't think so . , Why ? What's wrong with it ? Why ? What's wrong with it ? , It's much too hard for his age . I think you know already that I want to discuss the represent - ton for your alarm clocks . ," Yes , Mr . Bergeron . You mentioned that in your letter . To tell you the truth , your proposal surprised us . " " Yes , Mr . Bergeron . You mentioned that in your letter . To tell you the truth , your proposal surprised us . "," Is that so ? Anyhow I want to go over the details with you in person , so you can give my suggestion thorough consideration . Our firm specializes in this line of business . We have six sales representatives , who are on the road all the time , covering the whole of the European market . " " Is that so ? Anyhow I want to go over the details with you in person , so you can give my suggestion thorough consideration . Our firm specializes in this line of business . We have six sales representatives , who are on the road all the time , covering the whole of the European market . ", Do you sell direct to shops ? Do you sell direct to shops ? ," Yes , we specialize in handling clocks and watches of all sorts . We have well established channels of distribution and we canvass the retailers direct , without any middlemen . " " Yes , we specialize in handling clocks and watches of all sorts . We have well established channels of distribution and we canvass the retailers direct , without any middlemen . ", Do you keep a stock of these things ? Do you keep a stock of these things ? ," In some cases , such as the wristwatches , which always have a steady market , we keep a stock in London and act as distributors as well as agents . Generally , however , we pass on the orders of our clients to the manufacturers for supply . We are paid for our service , of course . " " In some cases , such as the wristwatches , which always have a steady market , we keep a stock in London and act as distributors as well as agents . Generally , however , we pass on the orders of our clients to the manufacturers for supply . We are paid for our service , of course . "," That is , your commission . " " That is , your commission . "," Yes , our commission is very reasonable . We usually get a 10 % commission of the amount on every deal . " " Yes , our commission is very reasonable . We usually get a 10 % commission of the amount on every deal . ", Our agents in other areas usually get a 3-5 % commission . Our agents in other areas usually get a 3-5 % commission . ," The European market is not familiar with your products . You have competitors from Japan and other continental countries . At the beginning of our campaign , there is sales resistance to overcome , we must send out salesmen to do a lot of traveling and spend a considerable amount of money on advertising in news - papers and TV programs . A 10 % commission will not leave us much . " " The European market is not familiar with your products . You have competitors from Japan and other continental countries . At the beginning of our campaign , there is sales resistance to overcome , we must send out salesmen to do a lot of traveling and spend a considerable amount of money on advertising in news - papers and TV programs . A 10 % commission will not leave us much . "," According to your estimate , what is the maximum annual turn - over you can fulfill , in round figures , of course ? " " According to your estimate , what is the maximum annual turn - over you can fulfill , in round figures , of course ? "," We will always do our utmost to enlarge the business , as our remuneration increases with the turnover , but we will not guar - ante anything , at least not to begin with . " " We will always do our utmost to enlarge the business , as our remuneration increases with the turnover , but we will not guar - ante anything , at least not to begin with . "," We appreciate very much your intention to push the sale of our products . But our suggestion to you , Mr . Bergeron , as a preliminary step , is to do a little research into the market ... " " We appreciate very much your intention to push the sale of our products . But our suggestion to you , Mr . Bergeron , as a preliminary step , is to do a little research into the market ... ", Do you mean to say you refuse us the agency ? Do you mean to say you refuse us the agency ? ," Mr . Bergeron , you leave us no alternative . We can not give you an exclusive agency of the whole European market without having the slightest idea of your possible annual marketing turnover . Besides our price is worked out according to the costing . A 10 % commission means an increase in our price . We must have the reaction of the buyers in this respect . " " Mr . Bergeron , you leave us no alternative . We can not give you an exclusive agency of the whole European market without having the slightest idea of your possible annual marketing turnover . Besides our price is worked out according to the costing . A 10 % commission means an increase in our price . We must have the reaction of the buyers in this respect . "," Oh , that's just too bad . I intended to make great efforts in selling your products . " " Oh , that's just too bad . I intended to make great efforts in selling your products . "," Well , we can still carry on our business relationship without the agreement . To start the ball rolling , we will provide you with price lists , catalogues and some samples . Only when you have a thorough knowledge of the marketing possibilities of our products , can we then discuss further details . " " Well , we can still carry on our business relationship without the agreement . To start the ball rolling , we will provide you with price lists , catalogues and some samples . Only when you have a thorough knowledge of the marketing possibilities of our products , can we then discuss further details . "," Ah , Mrs . Miller , but in this case am I covered ? " " Ah , Mrs . Miller , but in this case am I covered ? "," Oh , yes . We will give you a 5 % commission on every transaction . " " Oh , yes . We will give you a 5 % commission on every transaction . "," All right , but I'll be back again for the Autumn Fair . And then I hope we can see eye to eye about our commission and the terms of the agency . " " All right , but I'll be back again for the Autumn Fair . And then I hope we can see eye to eye about our commission and the terms of the agency . ", Very good . We will discuss the matter again at the next Fair . I am really tired of Terry . ," Oh , but I suppose he has lots of talents . " " Oh , but I suppose he has lots of talents . ", He is a bootlicker . I suppose that is because he is quick on the uptake . What can I get you ? , A cheeseburger and an order of french fries would be great . A cheeseburger and an order of french fries would be great . , Would you like anything to drink ? Would you like anything to drink ? , I feel like having a Coke . I feel like having a Coke . , That's a good idea . I think I'll join you . "I hear your sister has had an accident , is it true ? "," Yeah , it happened a week ago . " " Yeah , it happened a week ago . ", That's a crying shame . It really is ! That's a crying shame . It really is ! ," Fortunately , she's not seriously injured . " "John , do you mind helping me prepare for the picnic ? ", Sure . Have you checked the weather report ? Sure . Have you checked the weather report ? , Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all . Yes . It says it will be sunny all day . No sign of rain at all . , I'd like some toast and chicken wings . I'd like some toast and chicken wings . , Okay . Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me . " Done . Oh , don't forget to take napkins , disposable plates , cups and picnic blanket . "," That's great . We can also take the dragon kite with us . After the picnic , we can fly it . " " That's great . We can also take the dragon kite with us . After the picnic , we can fly it . "," Cool , we can take shuttlecock and badminton racket . " " Cool , we can take shuttlecock and badminton racket . "," Okay , it sounds good . " Here is the fish counter . Look at the lobsters and crabs . Shall we have some ? ," I'm allergic to these things , you know . " " I'm allergic to these things , you know . "," Sorry , I forgot . I don ’ t like seafood , neither . " " Sorry , I forgot . I don ’ t like seafood , neither . "," Let ’ s go over there and get some milk , a couple dozen eggs and some orange juice . " " Let ’ s go over there and get some milk , a couple dozen eggs and some orange juice . ", Let's get frozen juice . It is really good . We ’ Ve got enough food . Let ’ s go over to the check-out stand . Let's get frozen juice . It is really good . We ’ Ve got enough food . Let ’ s go over to the check-out stand . , OK . But just let me pick up a bottle of cooking wine and oil as we go by . Hello ? ," Hi , David . You are very difficult to reach . I called several times . But I kept getting a busy signal . Is your phone out of order ? " " Hi , David . You are very difficult to reach . I called several times . But I kept getting a busy signal . Is your phone out of order ? "," No , not out of order . But we seem to have a bad connection on the phone line . I can ’ t hear you clearly . " " No , not out of order . But we seem to have a bad connection on the phone line . I can ’ t hear you clearly . ", Ok . Let me call you later . Is that okay ? Ok . Let me call you later . Is that okay ? , Sure . Thanks . Reception . May I help you ? , Yes . I locked myself out . May I borrow a duplicate key for Room 201 ? Yes . I locked myself out . May I borrow a duplicate key for Room 201 ? , Certainly . Where are you now ? Certainly . Where are you now ? , I'm right outside my room . I'm right outside my room . , OK . Just wait where you are . I'll send someone up to help you . Can I help you in any way ? , I would like to see your summer suits . I would like to see your summer suits . , How do you like this pattern ? The pink suits you well . How do you like this pattern ? The pink suits you well . , Will it wash well and the color won't fade ? Will it wash well and the color won't fade ? , It's of good quality . My son has really taken it out of me . He never keeps out of mischief . ," After all , he is a baby . " " After all , he is a baby . ", Yeah . Anyway he is driving me mad . "Jim , could you do me a favor ? "," Sure , just ask . What can I do for you ? " " Sure , just ask . What can I do for you ? ", My car has a problem starting . Could you please take a look at it for me ? My car has a problem starting . Could you please take a look at it for me ? , No sweat . It ’ s a piece of cake . No sweat . It ’ s a piece of cake . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Absolutely . I ’ m a great mechanic . Absolutely . I ’ m a great mechanic . , Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it . Thanks for helping me out . I really appreciate it . , Anytime . Are you ok ? You seem a bit anxious . ," Yeah , I'm OK , I have been having a lot of mood swings lately . I think it has to do with the pills my doctor prescribed that are causing chaos on my hormones . " " Yeah , I'm OK , I have been having a lot of mood swings lately . I think it has to do with the pills my doctor prescribed that are causing chaos on my hormones . ", So you mean you feel ecstatic one minute and then blue the next ? So you mean you feel ecstatic one minute and then blue the next ? ," Yeah , it's weird . For example just this morning I was feeling detached and lonely , even though there was really no reason to feel that way . " " Yeah , it's weird . For example just this morning I was feeling detached and lonely , even though there was really no reason to feel that way . "," Well , maybe your mood will swing positively and you will feel confident , brave and hopeful ! " " Well , maybe your mood will swing positively and you will feel confident , brave and hopeful ! ", I hope you are right . I ’ m terribly sorry to cause you so much trouble . , That ’ s alright . Body language in the interview is closely related to the job-hunter's image . , Surely it is . Surely it is . , You should look the interviewer in the eye so as to show that you are carefully listening to him . You should look the interviewer in the eye so as to show that you are carefully listening to him . , You can nod or ask questions at the right time to show that you have already understood or you are quite interested in his words . You can nod or ask questions at the right time to show that you have already understood or you are quite interested in his words . ," When you are seated , bent forward a little with your hands crossed , to show you respect the interviewer . " " When you are seated , bent forward a little with your hands crossed , to show you respect the interviewer . ", Don't move from time to time . It is very impolite and will make you nervous . Don't move from time to time . It is very impolite and will make you nervous . , Proper posture can show your confidence . Proper posture can show your confidence . , The best would be you have a smile on your face in the interview to win a good impression of the interviewer . The best would be you have a smile on your face in the interview to win a good impression of the interviewer . , Pay attention to keeping eye contact as well . Pay attention to keeping eye contact as well . , Throughout the interview you should maintain patience . Throughout the interview you should maintain patience . ," In a word , you should keep decent manners in the interview . " " In a word , you should keep decent manners in the interview . ", Only in this way can you leave the interviewer a good impression and achieve success . Is there anything I can do for you ? , I'm interested in taking a tour to Sydney . I'm interested in taking a tour to Sydney . ," Well , we have a package tour there . " " Well , we have a package tour there . ", How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? , $ 600 . $ 600 . , Does that include the insurance ? Does that include the insurance ? , Of course . "Can I help you , madam ? "," Yes , I'm looking for a cap . Size 16 . " " Yes , I'm looking for a cap . Size 16 . ", Would you like to try this one on ? Would you like to try this one on ? , Yes . It's a bit tight . Have you got a bigger one ? Yes . It's a bit tight . Have you got a bigger one ? , All right . How about this one ? All right . How about this one ? ," Yes , that's fine . I'll take it . Can I pay by check ? " " Yes , that's fine . I'll take it . Can I pay by check ? "," Of course , madam . " I can't seem to progress up the career ladder no matter how hard I try and I have been here for 2 years already ! ," Well , have you thought of getting an MBA ? I heard it does wonders in getting you to the top . " " Well , have you thought of getting an MBA ? I heard it does wonders in getting you to the top . "," An MBA , hey . . . well my degree wasn't in business , the business schools won't be interested in me . " " An MBA , hey . . . well my degree wasn't in business , the business schools won't be interested in me . ", Nonsense ! The business schools measure your ability through a test called GMAT . Nonsense ! The business schools measure your ability through a test called GMAT . , GMAT ? What does that stand for and what will the test contain ? GMAT ? What does that stand for and what will the test contain ? ," Graduate Management Admission Test , it contains three parts " " Graduate Management Admission Test , it contains three parts "," Okay , this sounds a little tough , how am I supposed to practice for this ? " " Okay , this sounds a little tough , how am I supposed to practice for this ? "," Up to you , you could have a one on one session with a tutor or group sessions , you can also use free or private computer software . Going to church might help as well ! " " Up to you , you could have a one on one session with a tutor or group sessions , you can also use free or private computer software . Going to church might help as well ! "," No matter what I do , I'm going to ace this test and go on to become a corporate fat cat ! " " No matter what I do , I'm going to ace this test and go on to become a corporate fat cat ! ", Umm . . . That's the spirit ! "Tom , you look thoughtful and unhappy recently . What's wrong with you ? "," Lily broke up with me last week . In fact , she dumped me . " " Lily broke up with me last week . In fact , she dumped me . "," Why ? I mean , why did she part company with you after seven years together ? " " Why ? I mean , why did she part company with you after seven years together ? ", She said it was because we had very different ideas about life . She said it was because we had very different ideas about life . , Do you believe her excuse ? Do you believe her excuse ? , Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly . Of course not . I knew she had fallen in love with another guy . It is difficult to see her move on so quickly . ," Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love . " " Come on , buddy , cheer up . Why not do some sports with me ? Violent exercise might help to shake you out of your disappointment in love . "," Thank you , Steven . You are really a good friend . " Can you shorten this pipe for me ? It's too long . , Sure . I'll do it after lunch . What length do you need ? Sure . I'll do it after lunch . What length do you need ? , Can you take 15 mm of it ? Can you take 15 mm of it ? ," Yes , no problem . It'll be ready by 2 p . m . " How do you think the transport system in our city could be improved ? , I think that the public transport system could be made simpler . I never know where the bus routes actually go . The routes seem to twist and turn rather than going roughly in a straight line . I think that the public transport system could be made simpler . I never know where the bus routes actually go . The routes seem to twist and turn rather than going roughly in a straight line . , I think we just need to build more roads . Then there would be more space for cars to drive and we ’ d have fewer traffic jams . I think we just need to build more roads . Then there would be more space for cars to drive and we ’ d have fewer traffic jams . ," If we built more roads , people would just fill them with cars again . I think we should discourage people from using their cars . " " If we built more roads , people would just fill them with cars again . I think we should discourage people from using their cars . ", How would you do that ? How would you do that ? ," I think we should do a few things at once . Improving public transport would encourage people to use that . If we also charge people to use their cars in the city centre , they won ’ t use their cars as much . " " I think we should do a few things at once . Improving public transport would encourage people to use that . If we also charge people to use their cars in the city centre , they won ’ t use their cars as much . "," I don ’ t know . I think it ’ s unfair to make drivers pay more money . They already pay a lot of tax-petrol tax , for example . " " I don ’ t know . I think it ’ s unfair to make drivers pay more money . They already pay a lot of tax-petrol tax , for example . ", I think that they should pay more tax . Look at the damage they cause to the environment and people ’ s health by discharging all those exhaust fumes . I think that they should pay more tax . Look at the damage they cause to the environment and people ’ s health by discharging all those exhaust fumes . , The air would certainly be cleaner if there were fewer cars being used in the city . The problem is that people will see it as reducing their freedom . It well be unpopular . The air would certainly be cleaner if there were fewer cars being used in the city . The problem is that people will see it as reducing their freedom . It well be unpopular . ," That ’ s a good point . Car owners will probably be against it , but people who use public transport will be in favor of it . " "I'm checking out now . Can I have my bill , please ? "," Sure . What's your room number , sir ? " " Sure . What's your room number , sir ? ", It's 8736 . Here is my key card . It's 8736 . Here is my key card . ," A minute , please . It's 6212 yuan all together . Tax included . " " A minute , please . It's 6212 yuan all together . Tax included . ", Can I pay with traveler's check ? Can I pay with traveler's check ? ," Sure . Can I have your passport , please ? " " Sure . Can I have your passport , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ? " " Thanks . Are you satisfied with your stay here with us , sir ? "," Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ? " " Very much . The room is cozy and the service is jolly good . By the way , could you deliver my luggage to the airport in advance ? "," Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ? " " Sure . It will be taken care of , sir . Which flight do you take ? ", Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock . Flight 17 . And my luggage should be delivered there by 4 o'clock . ," Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir . " " Got it , sir . It'd be great to see you again , sir . ", Thank you . "Excuse me , sir , I'm afraid you can't park your car here . ", Why not ? It's my parking space . Why not ? It's my parking space . ," I'm afraid not , sir . " " I'm afraid not , sir . "," Oh ? That's a surprise . Let me see ... D 0411 Our dog's birthday . Yes , I'm sure this my parking space ! " " Oh ? That's a surprise . Let me see ... D 0411 Our dog's birthday . Yes , I'm sure this my parking space ! ", But I saw a red car always parking here before . But I saw a red car always parking here before . ," Oh , we've just repainted our car . It was red . " " Oh , we've just repainted our car . It was red . ", Maybe . But the car of this space has a broken rearview mirror on the left . Maybe . But the car of this space has a broken rearview mirror on the left . , Yeah . It used to . We got that fixed yesterday too . Yeah . It used to . We got that fixed yesterday too . ," Could you wait for a minute , sir ? I'd like to have a check . " " Could you wait for a minute , sir ? I'd like to have a check . "," Sure , go ahead . " " Sure , go ahead . "," Sorry , sir , my mistake . This is your parking space . " " Sorry , sir , my mistake . This is your parking space . ", That's all right . It's not your fault . "Hi , Ellen . That outfit looks terrific ! "," Thanks , Jim . I didn ’ t think guys paid attention to stuff like that . " " Thanks , Jim . I didn ’ t think guys paid attention to stuff like that . "," No , we just don ’ t usually admit it ! " " No , we just don ’ t usually admit it ! "," Well , thanks for the compliment anyway ! " I need help with the office party . ," Yes , of course . We could split it . What part would you like to do , the food or the entertainment ? " " Yes , of course . We could split it . What part would you like to do , the food or the entertainment ? ", I have no idea what the entertainment should be . I have no idea what the entertainment should be . , Let's make sure we are on the same page . Do we want a formal or informal gathering ? Let's make sure we are on the same page . Do we want a formal or informal gathering ? , Let's make it a formal affair . Let's make it a formal affair . ," Yes , that would be best . Now , for food should we have Chinese or American food ? " " Yes , that would be best . Now , for food should we have Chinese or American food ? ", American food would be the best choice . American food would be the best choice . ," That would be great . What kind of music would you like , a band or recorded music ? " " That would be great . What kind of music would you like , a band or recorded music ? ", We should bring in a really good DJ . We should bring in a really good DJ . , That works for me . Let's see what we can each do about planning our part and meet again on Friday . Cigarette ? ," Oh , uh ... Thanks . Henry , do you have a light ? " " Oh , uh ... Thanks . Henry , do you have a light ? "," Sorry , here . " " Sorry , here . ", Thanks . Lovely day . Pity I ’ m on duty . Thanks . Lovely day . Pity I ’ m on duty . , I ’ ll stand in with you if you like . I ’ Ve got nothing else to do . I ’ ll stand in with you if you like . I ’ Ve got nothing else to do . ," Oh , no . I couldn ’ t possibly . " "Have you thought of moving at all , Sarah ? "," We ’ Ve thought about it , but my husband and I can ’ t afford it right now . The only thing we could afford would be living in the slums , which is something I don ’ t want to do . " " We ’ Ve thought about it , but my husband and I can ’ t afford it right now . The only thing we could afford would be living in the slums , which is something I don ’ t want to do . "," Buying a house can be expensive , but there are ways to find cheaper houses . " " Buying a house can be expensive , but there are ways to find cheaper houses . ", Like what ? Like what ? ," Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ’ d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way . " " Well , sometimes the city auctions offer houses to the community . You ’ d have to make a quick decision about the offer in a day , but you would definitely save money doing it that way . ", That ’ s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ? That ’ s a good idea . Do you know anyone who has done that before ? ," Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ’ re pretty satisfied with it . " " Sure , my sister-in-law and her husband just bought a house that way . They ’ re pretty satisfied with it . ", Is the house pretty run-down . Is the house pretty run-down . ," Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her . " " Not at all . The woman , who owned it , took good care of it . But when she died , she had no family left and no will , so the government had to sell it for her . ", Was it a very old house ? Was it a very old house ? ," It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ’ t take a lot of money or time . " " It was about 75 years old . There were a few repairs that needed doing , but it didn ’ t take a lot of money or time . ", Is it in a good location ? Is it in a good location ? ," The area can be a bit rough in the evenings , but the neighbors watch out for each other , so it ’ s ok . " I ’ m forming a music band . , Do you already know how to play an instrument ? Do you already know how to play an instrument ? ," Uh ... Yeah ! I ’ Ve told you a thousand times that I ’ m learning to play the drums . Now that I know how to play well , I would like to form a rock band . " " Uh ... Yeah ! I ’ Ve told you a thousand times that I ’ m learning to play the drums . Now that I know how to play well , I would like to form a rock band . "," Aside from yourself , who are the other members of the band ? " " Aside from yourself , who are the other members of the band ? "," We have a guy who plays guitar , and another who plays bass.Although we still haven ’ t found anyone to be our singer . You told me that you had some musical talent , right ? " " We have a guy who plays guitar , and another who plays bass.Although we still haven ’ t found anyone to be our singer . You told me that you had some musical talent , right ? "," Yes , I ’ m a singer . " " Yes , I ’ m a singer . ", Perfect . So you can audition this weekend here at my house . Perfect . So you can audition this weekend here at my house . ," Great ! Wait here ? You don ’ t have enough room for the amplifiers , microphones or even your drums ! By the way where do you keep them or practice ? " What a good day ! , Yes . It's really wonderful here The grass is greener and the air is fresher than those in the city . Yes . It's really wonderful here The grass is greener and the air is fresher than those in the city . , Right . Let's go out and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery . Right . Let's go out and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery . ," Great , let's go . " " Great , let's go . "," Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery . " " Wow , what a beautiful lake ! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery . "," En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it . " " En , it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it . "," I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey . " " I feel as if I'm living in a different world , honey . "," The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ... " " The same to me . All the things here make me happy , the mountain , the water , the grass , the birds , the sunshine ... ", I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good . I think we should go out more frequently . The natural scenery can do us good . , That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time . That's the point . We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time . ," Right . The city life has made us tired and out of energy , while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings . " Do I need a visa ? ," No , I shouldn ’ t think so . But you must take your passport of course . " " No , I shouldn ’ t think so . But you must take your passport of course . "," Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ’ s check and some foreign currency . " " Yes , I know . I must get my traveler ’ s check and some foreign currency . "," Yes , you need the traveler ’ s check but you needn ’ t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ’ t need them . " " Yes , you need the traveler ’ s check but you needn ’ t get any foreign currency . You can have my US Dollars , I don ’ t need them . "," Really ? That ’ s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing . " " Really ? That ’ s very good of you , Helen . But I must get a new suitcase , my old one needs repairing . ", You needn ’ t buy one . You can have mine . You needn ’ t buy one . You can have mine . ," That ’ s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ’ t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ’ t be long . " " That ’ s very kind of you , Helen . I hope you don ’ t mind my leaving you like this . I need a holiday . It won ’ t be long . "," Don ’ t be silly , John . I ’ m going with you . It ’ s necessary for me to have a holiday too . " "So , where is this bus supposed to take us ? ", It should take us back up to Altadena . It should take us back up to Altadena . ," Well , don't you know for sure ? " " Well , don't you know for sure ? ", I'm not really sure if it does or not . I'm not really sure if it does or not . , Are you sure we got on the right bus ? Are you sure we got on the right bus ? ," I've never taken this bus , but I think it's the right one . " " I've never taken this bus , but I think it's the right one . ", This place doesn't look like Altadena . This place doesn't look like Altadena . ," That's true , and we have been on this bus for a while . " " That's true , and we have been on this bus for a while . ", Read one of the street signs or something . Read one of the street signs or something . , Yikes ! Temple City . Yikes ! Temple City . , That's the last time I'm trusting you with the transportation . That's the last time I'm trusting you with the transportation . ," My bad , but at least we know the right bus to take us back . " How do you do ? , Do you mind if I introduce myself ? My name is Wang Li . Do you mind if I introduce myself ? My name is Wang Li . , My name is Jim Jones . Are you coming for the interview ? My name is Jim Jones . Are you coming for the interview ? ," Yes , I am . " "The channel boats are quite fast , aren't they ? "," Yes , very . They make the trip in about an hour . " " Yes , very . They make the trip in about an hour . ", I hope we shan't have a rough passage . I hope we shan't have a rough passage . ," No , I hope not . I want to have a deck chair and enjoy the crossing . " " No , I hope not . I want to have a deck chair and enjoy the crossing . ", That's a good idea . That's a good idea . ," The sea seems quite calm , so there will be no fear of seasickness . Are you seasick ? " " The sea seems quite calm , so there will be no fear of seasickness . Are you seasick ? "," Yes , unfortunately . I'm very much subject to it . " " Yes , unfortunately . I'm very much subject to it . "," I'm not a very good sailor , either . My mother is a dreadfully poor sailor . In fact , she never takes a voyage unless she has to . I am better than that , and even on the Pacific . after ten days of it , I can still find my sea legs . Well , happily we shall have a smooth passage today . " " I'm not a very good sailor , either . My mother is a dreadfully poor sailor . In fact , she never takes a voyage unless she has to . I am better than that , and even on the Pacific . after ten days of it , I can still find my sea legs . Well , happily we shall have a smooth passage today . "," Yes , this little boat gets up a fine speed , and I think we'll soon get to the land . " " Yes , this little boat gets up a fine speed , and I think we'll soon get to the land . "," Yeah , I am of the same opinion . " Here you are . How is Danny ? , Better now . We are just back from the hospital . We were lucky to meet a well-known doctor . Better now . We are just back from the hospital . We were lucky to meet a well-known doctor . , What did the doctor say ? What did the doctor say ? , He said that he had a really bad cold . He said that he had a really bad cold . , Shall we go back home now ? Shall we go back home now ? , The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription . The dispensary closed . Here is the given prescription . , I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ? I bought some advanced medicine . Is there anything you need ? , Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription . Probably not . Some medicine we need is ethical drug which you can't buy without a prescription . , Now what ? Now what ? , I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again . I'll go back home with Danny . You go to the pharmacy again . ," Okay , this is the third time . " " Okay , this is the third time . ", What ? How come ? The third time ? What ? How come ? The third time ? , You don't have to know . Bye for now . You don't have to know . Bye for now . , Be careful . "Morning , Madam . This is the window for Foreign Exchange Savings . How can I help you ? ", I want to save some US dollars into my account . I want to save some US dollars into my account . , That's fine . Is it a Time Deposit ? That's fine . Is it a Time Deposit ? ," Yes , that's what my husband advised me to do . But I'm not sure how long I should save for . " " Yes , that's what my husband advised me to do . But I'm not sure how long I should save for . "," Well , we offer 5 grades as standard " " Well , we offer 5 grades as standard ", Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ? Mmmm ... 2 years does seem like a long time . How about the interest if I save for 6 months ? , For 6 months we can offer you 0.59 % . For 6 months we can offer you 0.59 % . ," That sounds fine to me . Yes , I think 6 months is the way to go . " Can I get you something to drink ? ," No , that's okay , I already have a coke.Why don't you have a seat , you look like you've been on your feet all day . " " No , that's okay , I already have a coke.Why don't you have a seat , you look like you've been on your feet all day . "," I guess I could take a break.So , how do you like Denver ? " " I guess I could take a break.So , how do you like Denver ? ", It's great ! The mountains here are beautiful and the skiing is spectacular.Have you been here for a long time ? It's great ! The mountains here are beautiful and the skiing is spectacular.Have you been here for a long time ? , About six years ... About six years ... , What do you do for a living ? What do you do for a living ? ," I manage one of the ski lodges.It ' s a great job , I can spend a lot of my time outdoors , and I also get to ski for free all season . " " I manage one of the ski lodges.It ' s a great job , I can spend a lot of my time outdoors , and I also get to ski for free all season . "," Wow , talk about job perks ! That's great . I would like to do something exciting like that.But I am only an accountant.Not too much excitement there.huh ? " " Wow , talk about job perks ! That's great . I would like to do something exciting like that.But I am only an accountant.Not too much excitement there.huh ? "," That's okay.If it weren't for you accountants , nobody would have the money to go skiing ! " "Jenny , you should go to bed now . ", But it's still early . But it's still early . , Don't stay up late . Don't stay up late . , But Day . I'm not sleepy . But Day . I'm not sleepy . ," Well , honey . Turn off the light , lie down and go to sleep . " Have you packed our passports ? , Not yet . Do we need to take it with us ? Not yet . Do we need to take it with us ? , Of course . Otherwise I cannot go abroad . Of course . Otherwise I cannot go abroad . , Is that hard to get a passport ? Is that hard to get a passport ? , Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time . Not at all . But we do need to keep it with us all the time . , It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us . Have you been having any problems lately ? ," No , but the nurse at school says that I should have my blood pressure checked . " " No , but the nurse at school says that I should have my blood pressure checked . ", Do you have a history of high blood pressure ? Do you have a history of high blood pressure ? ," No , I have never been told that I have high blood pressure . " " No , I have never been told that I have high blood pressure . ", High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it hardly ever has symptoms . High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it hardly ever has symptoms . , How do you check for high blood pressure ? How do you check for high blood pressure ? ," We are going to use this cuff here , and it will give me a reading . " " We are going to use this cuff here , and it will give me a reading . ", What do the numbers mean ? What do the numbers mean ? , They tell me how much your heart is working at rest and when pumping blood . They tell me how much your heart is working at rest and when pumping blood . , Good . That will help me know how I am doing . I can ’ t believe the cost of apartments in New York City . ," Oh , you didn ’ t know that apartments here are considered valuable , even if they are small and crowded ? " " Oh , you didn ’ t know that apartments here are considered valuable , even if they are small and crowded ? "," Of course I had heard about that , but now I know how expensive it is to rent a place here . " " Of course I had heard about that , but now I know how expensive it is to rent a place here . ", I don ’ t mind paying high rent to live in New York . I don ’ t mind paying high rent to live in New York . , Why ? You pay so much for such a tiny space to live . Why ? You pay so much for such a tiny space to live . ," Yeah , but so what ! I ’ m proud to live in the world ’ s most exciting city . And , the salaries here are the highest in the nation , too . " Is this taxi taken ? ," No , madam.May I help you ? " " No , madam.May I help you ? ", Yes.Will you take me to the station ? Yes.Will you take me to the station ? ," No problem.Step in , please . " " No problem.Step in , please . ", Thanks . "Your face is so red , you must running a temperature . ", I have a severe headache now . I have a severe headache now . , Please go to see a doctor . Please go to see a doctor . , Would you like to go with me ? I ’ m afraid of the hospital . "Bobby ! Come here , look what I got you ! ", What is that ? What is that ? , A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play ! A chess board ! Daddy is going to teach you how to play ! , Cool ! Cool ! ," Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ’ ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally . " " Ok , each player gets 16 pieces . You can be the white ones and I ’ ll play with the black pieces . Now in the front , you set up the pawns . Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward . When you are about to capture another piece , it can move one space diagonally . ", What about all these other pieces ? What about all these other pieces ? ," See this one that looks like a tower ? It ’ s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ’ s a very important piece so it ’ s best to not let your opponent capture it . " " See this one that looks like a tower ? It ’ s called the rook . The one with the tall hat is called the bishop . See this little horsey ? This is called the knight , it ’ s a very important piece so it ’ s best to not let your opponent capture it . ", And these two ? They are husband and wife ? And these two ? They are husband and wife ? ," That ’ s right ! That ’ s the queen and that ’ s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ’ t this sound fun ? " " That ’ s right ! That ’ s the queen and that ’ s the king . If the other player captures your king , he will say Check Mate and the game is over ! Doesn ’ t this sound fun ? ", Nah ! This is boring ! I ’ m gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation ! "Good morning , Mr.Robinson . I am afraid there is a change in today's program . I just got word that your appointment with Mr . Smith , the general manager of Western Textile Co . , Ltd . , will have to be put off . ", But why ? But why ? , Mr.Smith called just now that he had to fly to Shanghai on urgent business today . Mr.Smith called just now that he had to fly to Shanghai on urgent business today . ," OK , I see . " " OK , I see . ", Mr.Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you . Mr.Smith is sending his apologies and has asked me to find out if the day after tomorrow would be all right with you . ," Yes , that will be just as good . " " Yes , that will be just as good . ", Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ? Then shall we make it nine o'clock the day after tomorrow morning ? , All right . Then I can do some shopping today before going back to my country . I'm hungry . Do we have anything to eat ? , Just a few cookies . Just a few cookies . , That's fine with me . I have found it quite different here from China since I came to the United States . , What's the difference ? What's the difference ? , Some friends of mine took me to the mall to go shopping . It was so big . I think I could get lost if I went there alone . Some friends of mine took me to the mall to go shopping . It was so big . I think I could get lost if I went there alone . , You must have bought many things in the mall ? You must have bought many things in the mall ? ," Not really many . I was told that on weekends there were always the flea markets , so I decided to come to the flea market to buy a bargain . " " Not really many . I was told that on weekends there were always the flea markets , so I decided to come to the flea market to buy a bargain . "," It's wise to do it . The Americans have the habit of selling their junk when they are moving to another place , so they usually display all the things they want to sell in their gardens at the weekend . And many things they are selling still look quite new and they are also very useful . " " It's wise to do it . The Americans have the habit of selling their junk when they are moving to another place , so they usually display all the things they want to sell in their gardens at the weekend . And many things they are selling still look quite new and they are also very useful . "," I have heard about it while in China . it is called a "" yard sale "" . I didn't have any idea of that until today when I came here to the big "" yard sale "" . " " I have heard about it while in China . it is called a "" yard sale "" . I didn't have any idea of that until today when I came here to the big "" yard sale "" . ", You must have got many useful things for your new apartment . "Hey , you , pick up that piece of garbage ! ", Huh ? Me ? Huh ? Me ? ," Yeah , you . I just saw you throw a piece of garbage on the ground . Can't you read the No Littering sign ? It's a $ 500 penalty for littering , so go pick it up and put it in the garbage can over there . " " Yeah , you . I just saw you throw a piece of garbage on the ground . Can't you read the No Littering sign ? It's a $ 500 penalty for littering , so go pick it up and put it in the garbage can over there . ", Why should I do that ? It's only a piece of garbage . Why should you care ? Why should I do that ? It's only a piece of garbage . Why should you care ? ," Because this is a public place , and I want to spend my time here without having to look at your garbage . " " Because this is a public place , and I want to spend my time here without having to look at your garbage . "," Listen , I really don't know why you're making this into such a big issue . It's only a small piece of garbage in a large space . It's not like there's garbage everywhere . Besides , someone will come along to clean it up at some time or another . " " Listen , I really don't know why you're making this into such a big issue . It's only a small piece of garbage in a large space . It's not like there's garbage everywhere . Besides , someone will come along to clean it up at some time or another . "," It's not the cleaner's responsibility to pick up after lazy people . It's part of your responsibility to make sure that the place is neat for other people . If everyone thought like you , there'd be garbage everywhere ! The cleaners can't be everywhere ! " " It's not the cleaner's responsibility to pick up after lazy people . It's part of your responsibility to make sure that the place is neat for other people . If everyone thought like you , there'd be garbage everywhere ! The cleaners can't be everywhere ! "," Ok , whatever . See , I'm putting it in the garbage can . " " Ok , whatever . See , I'm putting it in the garbage can . "," Hold on , that's an item . You should put that in the recycle bin next to the trashcan . " I have difficulty with this form . Will you please explain it to me ? ," Actually there is a sample over there . But if you still have a problem , let me know . " " Actually there is a sample over there . But if you still have a problem , let me know . "," Oh , that's great . Thank you very much . " I wonder if we can change to Channel 5 . , Why ? Why ? , I want to know what's on that channel . I want to know what's on that channel . ," Oh , good . " " Oh , good . ", There is a football match . There is a football match . , I prefer TV play to football . I prefer TV play to football . , OK . Could you turn it down ? OK . Could you turn it down ? , What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? , I'm going to listen to the radio . I'm going to listen to the radio . , Maybe we can enjoy the TV play together . It's interesting . Don't worry . I'm sure you'll do better next time . , I didn't realize it was so difficult though I know I'm always too nervous in such competition . I didn't realize it was so difficult though I know I'm always too nervous in such competition . , It doesn't matter . Forget it . It doesn't matter . Forget it . , I don't think I performed well . I don't think I performed well . , Oh ! That's much hetter than I did . Oh ! That's much hetter than I did . , Can you tell me how to improve myself ? Can you tell me how to improve myself ? , There's no secret at all . The only thing for you to do is to practice more . You will succeed . There's no secret at all . The only thing for you to do is to practice more . You will succeed . , Thank you for your encouragement . Thank you for your encouragement . , It's a pleasure . Come on . I'm on your side . Hi there . How can I help ? , I started a new job last month and I'm expecting my first salary . I started a new job last month and I'm expecting my first salary . , I see . And your company has a Wage Distribution Service Agreement with us ? I see . And your company has a Wage Distribution Service Agreement with us ? ," So I was told , yes . They gave me this book ? " " So I was told , yes . They gave me this book ? "," Yes , that's a Current-all-in-one Passbook . That's what you need to get your salary . " All right . I want to bring everybody in on this project . When can we start working on this ? ," Well , we could probably get started with a strategy meeting tomorrow morning at 8: 00 . " " Well , we could probably get started with a strategy meeting tomorrow morning at 8: 00 . "," I tell you what , 8: 00 is no good for me , but why don't you guys get started and I'll come by at around 8: 45 or so . " " I tell you what , 8: 00 is no good for me , but why don't you guys get started and I'll come by at around 8: 45 or so . ", That's fine with me . How much time are we going to have to work on this ? I am past my stop . Would you please let me get off ? , I am sorry . It's not allowed . You have to wait till the next station . I am sorry . It's not allowed . You have to wait till the next station . ," Well , that's OK . " " Well , that's OK . ", Can you please slow down ? I am not in a hurry . Can you please slow down ? I am not in a hurry . , OK . "Lily , do you know Lizzy ? ", Lizzy who ? Lizzy who ? , Lizzy smith . Lizzy smith . , Of course I do . Of course I do . ," Then , Do you know her younger sister ? " " Then , Do you know her younger sister ? ", You mean Mary ? You mean Mary ? , Yes . Yes . , Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary . Sure . I know her elder sister Sue and younger sister Mary . ," Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ? " " Oh , not bad . Then do you know her mother ? "," Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too . " " Yes , certainly . I know her mother and father , and brother and sisters , too . ", That sounds terrific . That sounds terrific . , Why do you ask me these questions ? Why do you ask me these questions ? , I just want to visit the family some day . It was great meeting you . , Me too . Me too . , Maybe we can meet again sometime ? Maybe we can meet again sometime ? ," Of course , but I'll have to go now . " "Then , I ’ ll see you next week , Ms . O ’ Brian ? ", Yes . Let ’ s say Tuesday at noon . Bring your portfolio with you . Yes . Let ’ s say Tuesday at noon . Bring your portfolio with you . ," Certainly . Is there anything else you would like me to bring , Mr . O ’ Brian ? " " Certainly . Is there anything else you would like me to bring , Mr . O ’ Brian ? "," No , that ’ s all . I already have your resume . " "Hello , I'm sorry for calling this late . May I speak to Peter ? ", I'm sorry . He's not in right now . I'm sorry . He's not in right now . , When is he coming back ? When is he coming back ? , He should be back in ten minutes . Could 1 you call back later ? He should be back in ten minutes . Could 1 you call back later ? , I'll call again in thirty minutes . I ’ Ve had it ! I ’ m done working for a company that is taking me nowhere ! , So what are you gonna do ? Just quit ? So what are you gonna do ? Just quit ? ," That ’ s exactly what I am going to do ! I ’ Ve decided to create my own company ! I ’ m going to write up a business plan , get some investors and start working for myself ! " " That ’ s exactly what I am going to do ! I ’ Ve decided to create my own company ! I ’ m going to write up a business plan , get some investors and start working for myself ! ", Have you ever written up a business plan before ? Have you ever written up a business plan before ? ," Well , no , it can ’ t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ’ s it , right ? " " Well , no , it can ’ t be that hard ! I mean , all you have to do is explain your business , how you are going to do things and that ’ s it , right ? "," You couldn ’ t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc . " " You couldn ’ t be more wrong ! A well written business plan will include an executive summary which highlights the idea of the business in two pages or less . Then you need to describe your company with information such as what type of legal structure it has , history , etc . "," Well , that seems easy enough . " " Well , that seems easy enough . "," Wait , there ’ s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ’ ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea . " " Wait , there ’ s more ! Then you need to introduce and describe your goods or services . What they are and how they are different from competitors ’ ? Then comes the hard part , a market analysis . You need to investigate and analyze hundreds of variables ! You need to take into consideration socioeconomic factors from GDP per capita to how many children on average the population has ! All this information is useful so that you can move on to your strategy and implementation stage , where you will describe in detail how you will actually execute your idea . ", Geez . Is that all ? Geez . Is that all ? ," Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment ! " " Almost , the most important piece of information for your investors will be the financial analysis . Here you will calculate and estimate sales , cash flow and profits . After all , people will want to know when they will begin to see a return on their investment ! ", Umm . I think I ’ ll just stick to my old job and save myself all the hassle of trying to start up a business ! All of you have reported your achievements . I'd like to remind you that we must be aware of the threat we face . ," The same with the previous speaker , we must know how things stand with us . " " The same with the previous speaker , we must know how things stand with us . "," Yes , we must keep a clear mind with the tough competition . " " Yes , we must keep a clear mind with the tough competition . ", It's the time to emphasize sense of crises . Hey Steve . When's the next time you're going to play golf ? , I'm going out this Saturday . I'm going out this Saturday . , Do you already have a foursome ? Do you already have a foursome ? ," Unfortunately , we do . Let's plan for something together for Wednesday . We can go right after work . " " Unfortunately , we do . Let's plan for something together for Wednesday . We can go right after work . ", That sounds good . Where do you want to play ? That sounds good . Where do you want to play ? ," We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work . " " We won't have much time , so let's play somewhere close to work . ", How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close . How about Bellevue ? It's pretty close . , How much does it cost over there ? How much does it cost over there ? , Twilight rates are 21 dollars . Twilight rates are 21 dollars . , That's pretty good . Let's do it . That's pretty good . Let's do it . , Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4 Aright . I'll get a tee time for Wednesday at about 4 , Make it 4 Make it 4 , Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time . Ok . I'll call you later when I get a tee time . , Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then . Sounds good . I'll see you on Wednesday then . , Aright . Have fun on Saturday . Aright . Have fun on Saturday . , Will do . "I'm really sorry , but I seem to have misplaced your towel . "," Oh , that's all right . " " Oh , that's all right . ", I'm very sorry . Can I get you another one ? I'm very sorry . Can I get you another one ? , No . Forget about it . It's not important . How do I use the powder ? , Please dissolve the powder in hot water . Soak your hand or foot in it for 20 minutes twice a day . Please dissolve the powder in hot water . Soak your hand or foot in it for 20 minutes twice a day . , How do I use the eye-drop and ointment ? How do I use the eye-drop and ointment ? ," Put the eye-drop into your right eye 4 - - 6 times a day , 1 - - 2 drops each time . Squeeze a bit of the ointment on your eyelid every night . " " Put the eye-drop into your right eye 4 - - 6 times a day , 1 - - 2 drops each time . Squeeze a bit of the ointment on your eyelid every night . "," Well , I see . Thanks . " " Well , I see . Thanks . ", You're welcome . Are you going to eat anything with your sandwich ? , I may get some fruit . I may get some fruit . ," Oh really , what kind of fruit do you like ? " " Oh really , what kind of fruit do you like ? ", I tend to only eat grapes and apples . I tend to only eat grapes and apples . , What kind of apples do you prefer ? What kind of apples do you prefer ? , I've always liked green apples . I've always liked green apples . , I don't really like green apples that much . I don't really like green apples that much . , Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? , I think they are too sour . I think they are too sour . , You'd rather eat a red apple ? You'd rather eat a red apple ? , Don't you like red apples ? Don't you like red apples ? ," They're okay , I guess . " can you squeeze me in sometime today ? ," That ’ s a big order , Jane . I am really swamped . " " That ’ s a big order , Jane . I am really swamped . "," I know what you ’ re saying , but I have to go over the books with you before I go see our tax guy . " " I know what you ’ re saying , but I have to go over the books with you before I go see our tax guy . "," Right . Okay , let me see what I can do . How about 1:30 right after my lunch meeting ? It won ’ t take more than a half hour , will it ? " I believe that you called me ? ," Oh , hi . Thanks for getting back to me quickly . " " Oh , hi . Thanks for getting back to me quickly . ", Why did you call me ? Why did you call me ? , I was calling about your son . I was calling about your son . , Did he do something wrong ? Did he do something wrong ? , Your son was acting up in class . Your son was acting up in class . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , He was talking and causing a disturbance during class . He was talking and causing a disturbance during class . , That's really not like him . That's really not like him . ," If you could just talk to him , I would greatly appreciate it . " " If you could just talk to him , I would greatly appreciate it . "," I apologize , and I'll make sure he doesn't do that again . " " I apologize , and I'll make sure he doesn't do that again . "," Don't worry about it , but thank you very much . " "Let's take a coffee break , shall we ? "," I wish I could , but I can't . " " I wish I could , but I can't . ", What keeps you so busy ? You've been sitting there for hours . You've got to walk around.You just can't stay on the computer forever . What keeps you so busy ? You've been sitting there for hours . You've got to walk around.You just can't stay on the computer forever . ," Well , I am up to my neck in work . I've got to finish this report . Sarah needs it by noon . I don't want to be scolded if I can ’ t finish my work by the deadline . " " Well , I am up to my neck in work . I've got to finish this report . Sarah needs it by noon . I don't want to be scolded if I can ’ t finish my work by the deadline . "," I understand that , but you'd feel better if you took a break , even for just a short while . " We'd like a half-day package . , We offer many different sea water treatments . We offer many different sea water treatments . , How many can we choose ? How many can we choose ? , The aquamedic pool is included . You can choose three . The aquamedic pool is included . You can choose three . ," We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage . " " We'll do the seaweed wrap , the jet bath , and the foot massage . ", OK . Here are your robes . You can go shower first . "Hello , this is the International Youth Hotel . How can I help you ? "," oh , yes . I want to check whether you still have any vacancies . I need three single rooms for next Monday . " " oh , yes . I want to check whether you still have any vacancies . I need three single rooms for next Monday . "," ok . There're vacancies . Since the peak season is coming , it's advisable to book soon . Would you like to make a reservation now ? " " ok . There're vacancies . Since the peak season is coming , it's advisable to book soon . Would you like to make a reservation now ? "," yes , please . Do you take credit cards ? " " yes , please . Do you take credit cards ? "," yes , we accept all major credit cards . " " yes , we accept all major credit cards . ", and how about Internet access ? and how about Internet access ? , there's free Internet access in the lobby . there's free Internet access in the lobby . , is it available in the rooms ? is it available in the rooms ? , Unfortunately not . Unfortunately not . , that's OK . Is breakfast included ? that's OK . Is breakfast included ? ," yes , breakfast is included and parking is available . " " yes , breakfast is included and parking is available . ", fantastic . Thank you very much . fantastic . Thank you very much . , you're welcome . And we have 24 hour reception . Please don't hesitate to call anytime if you have any further questions . "Hello , sir . Have you reserved already ? "," No , is there a single room left ? " " No , is there a single room left ? "," Yes , how long will you intend to stay ? " " Yes , how long will you intend to stay ? ", For a week or so . Do you give discount for a week or more ? For a week or so . Do you give discount for a week or more ? ," Yes , we give 5 % discount for a week and 12 % for 2 weeks . " " Yes , we give 5 % discount for a week and 12 % for 2 weeks . ", All right . I will take a room for a week . Here is my passport . "Emily , are you getting rushed by a sorority ? "," More than one . I think the count is now three , if I remember correctly . " " More than one . I think the count is now three , if I remember correctly . "," Wow . I'm getting rushed too , but just one . Are you thinking of joining any of them ? " " Wow . I'm getting rushed too , but just one . Are you thinking of joining any of them ? "," I don't know . I know there are advantages to joining , but I'm not much into group stuff . " " I don't know . I know there are advantages to joining , but I'm not much into group stuff . ", The guys I've talked to say that the activities that go on in a frat house can be a little distracting depending on the group . The guys I've talked to say that the activities that go on in a frat house can be a little distracting depending on the group . , I think I'm going to decline . I just prefer to do my own thing . I think I'm going to decline . I just prefer to do my own thing . , Were your parents involved in that kind of thing at all when they went to school ? Were your parents involved in that kind of thing at all when they went to school ? ," My dad was , but not my mom . " "Jenny , are you having fun here ? "," Yes , of course . This is really a nice party with wonderful people and lovely wines . " " Yes , of course . This is really a nice party with wonderful people and lovely wines . ", I ’ m glad you ’ re enjoying it . I ’ m glad you ’ re enjoying it . , Thank you for the invitation . Thank you for the invitation . , It ’ s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ? It ’ s my pleasure . Would you like another glass of champagne ? ," Yes , please . Thank you for everything . " How much do you expect to earn ? , I think salary is closely related to the responsibilities of the job . Shall we discuss my responsibilities with your company first ? I think salary is closely related to the responsibilities of the job . Shall we discuss my responsibilities with your company first ? ," If you are hired , you are in charge of the design of toys that can meet the needs of the American market . " " If you are hired , you are in charge of the design of toys that can meet the needs of the American market . "," I know it is a crucial position , but I can do it well . So I'm asking for 200,000 Yuan a year as a starting salary . " " I know it is a crucial position , but I can do it well . So I'm asking for 200,000 Yuan a year as a starting salary . ", Ok . "Every honored guests , welcome to Hang Thou . Now we are visiting Tiger-running Spring . "," How can we relate tiger to this spot , Miss Zhang ? " " How can we relate tiger to this spot , Miss Zhang ? "," Its name originates from a legend that two tigers run here and made a hole , and then a spring gushed out from it . " " Its name originates from a legend that two tigers run here and made a hole , and then a spring gushed out from it . ", How ignorant I am ! How ignorant I am ! , The Longing Tea and the Tiger-running Spring water are always considered as the “ Two Wonders in West Lake . ” The Longing Tea and the Tiger-running Spring water are always considered as the “ Two Wonders in West Lake . ” , I know that tea . It smells fragrant . I know that tea . It smells fragrant . ," That's right . All my guests , attention please . We will have half an hour to visit the spring and take photos . And next spot will be the Moon Reflected in Three Pools . " " That's right . All my guests , attention please . We will have half an hour to visit the spring and take photos . And next spot will be the Moon Reflected in Three Pools . "," Janice , David , come here . We take some photos here . I can't imagine how beautiful it is ! " How are your wedding plans going ? , Very well . We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done . Very well . We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done . , When will your wedding take place ? When will your wedding take place ? , At ten o'clock on the morning of next Sunday . We have invited all our relatives to the wedding . At ten o'clock on the morning of next Sunday . We have invited all our relatives to the wedding . , It will be a large church one . Is your wedding dress ready ? It will be a large church one . Is your wedding dress ready ? ," Yes , its design is very elaborate and the designer took many weeks to make it . " " Yes , its design is very elaborate and the designer took many weeks to make it . ", You will be very beautiful on your wedding day . You will be very beautiful on your wedding day . , Thank you ! Thank you ! , Which hotel will the reception be held at ? Which hotel will the reception be held at ? , The Palace Hotel . The Palace Hotel . ," It's excellent . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . " " It's excellent . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . "," It will be expensive , but we think it will be worth . " " It will be expensive , but we think it will be worth . ", I think you made the right decision . "Good afternoon , madam . Can I help you ? "," Yes , please . Have you any vacancies for tonight ? " " Yes , please . Have you any vacancies for tonight ? ", Do you have reservations with us ? Do you have reservations with us ? ," No , I don't think so . " " No , I don't think so . "," Sorry , madam . We don't have vacancies at the moment . " "Hello , Mary . How are you ? "," Not bad . How about you , John ? " " Not bad . How about you , John ? ", Fine . Thank you . Can I borrow your suit ? , That's out of the question . Have we met ? , I don't think so . Michael . I don't think so . Michael . ," Hello , Michael . My name's Shirley . Pleased to meet you . " " Hello , Michael . My name's Shirley . Pleased to meet you . "," Pleased to meet you , too , Shirley . So , what do you do ? " " Pleased to meet you , too , Shirley . So , what do you do ? "," I work in marketing . I'm a regional marketing manager for an IT company . Normally , I work out of Beijing , but I'm here on business . My friend Judy over there , she lives here and she invited me to this party . And you ? How about you ? " " I work in marketing . I'm a regional marketing manager for an IT company . Normally , I work out of Beijing , but I'm here on business . My friend Judy over there , she lives here and she invited me to this party . And you ? How about you ? "," I live here . I was invited by George-he's the tall guy over there . He looks a bit drunk , actually ... " Boy ! What a beauty ! I fall in love with her at the first sight . , The beauty under the tree ? The beauty under the tree ? , Of course.No girl is more charming . Of course.No girl is more charming . , She is a young man ! "You look pale , Paul . What's wrong ? ", I've got a headache . I've got a headache . , I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ? I'm sorry to hear that . Anything I can do for you ? ," No , thank you . I'll take an aspirin and see how it goes . " "Hi , is that Mr . Wu ? ", Yes . What can I do for you ? Yes . What can I do for you ? , I am calling to query about some of your information . I am calling to query about some of your information . , We've got a bad line . Can you repeat that please ? We've got a bad line . Can you repeat that please ? , I said I want to ask about some of your information . I said I want to ask about some of your information . ," Sorry , the connection is terrible . I'll call you back because I can't hear anything . " "Lisa , I need some help here . "," What is it , dear ? " " What is it , dear ? "," Well , I need to get some female stuff . " " Well , I need to get some female stuff . ", You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins ? You mean stuff like tampons and sanitary napkins ? , Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English . Yeah . I didn't know what they're called in English . , Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket . Follow me . All the things you need as a woman are in aisles 10 and 11 . This section is usually near the medicine section in any supermarket . , I'll keep that in mind . Listen to this . Mary got married . , Is she really ? I can ’ t believe it ! Is she really ? I can ’ t believe it ! , Yes . Yesterday . Yes . Yesterday . , Good gracious . That ’ s incredible ! Good gracious . That ’ s incredible ! , She married Jerrod . She married Jerrod . , You ’ re kidding . You ’ re kidding . , She ’ s going to live in Paris . She ’ s going to live in Paris . , Really ? I ’ m surprised . "What do you think I should do , doctor ? ", Why don't you try Chinese herbal medicine ? Why don't you try Chinese herbal medicine ? , Is it useful for me ? Is it useful for me ? , You have to try at least . You have to try at least . , OK . Thanks a lot . OK . Thanks a lot . , That's nothing . May I help you ? Miss ! , Yes . I'd like to look at lipstick and eye shadow . Yes . I'd like to look at lipstick and eye shadow . , What color set do you prefer ? What color set do you prefer ? ," Well , brown . " " Well , brown . ", We have a beautiful selection of eye shadows this fall . Look at the colors . Aren't they beautiful ? We have a beautiful selection of eye shadows this fall . Look at the colors . Aren't they beautiful ? , But they're purple . I prefer a brown set . But they're purple . I prefer a brown set . ," If you insist , I can show you the brown sets . I'll have to warn you that they're very ordinary , though . " " If you insist , I can show you the brown sets . I'll have to warn you that they're very ordinary , though . "," Well , I'm not so sure . Most of my make-up is brown . " " Well , I'm not so sure . Most of my make-up is brown . ", Why don't you wear purple eye shadow for a change ? We also have lipstick to go with it . Why don't you wear purple eye shadow for a change ? We also have lipstick to go with it . , Can I try it ? Can I try it ? , Sure . Are you wearing any make-up ? Sure . Are you wearing any make-up ? , No . No . ," Have a seat , please . Now , here is the mirror . How do you like it ? " " Have a seat , please . Now , here is the mirror . How do you like it ? "," Not bad . Actually , it makes me look younger . I like it . " " Not bad . Actually , it makes me look younger . I like it . "," Try the lipstick as well . See , how fresh and charming you look . " " Try the lipstick as well . See , how fresh and charming you look . ", You're right . I'll take them all . "Hey , Benjamin , have you finished your report on the project ? "," Not yet . To tell you the truth , I don't know how to write it . I've considered it for several days . " " Not yet . To tell you the truth , I don't know how to write it . I've considered it for several days . "," What ? Man , you don't know how to write a project report ? That's sounds a little bit ridiculous . " " What ? Man , you don't know how to write a project report ? That's sounds a little bit ridiculous . "," Don't laugh at me , please . I'm serious . I've never been required to write this kind of report before , I only do the research reports . " " Don't laugh at me , please . I'm serious . I've never been required to write this kind of report before , I only do the research reports . "," Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic . " " Oh , sorry , I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic . ", So what items must be involved in this report ? So what items must be involved in this report ? ," First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year . " " First is your final conclusion on your work of this year , and then comes your plan for the next year . "," Yeah , is that all ? " " Yeah , is that all ? "," Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events . " " Let me see , no , you have to include more details about your final conclusion , for example , your experiences in dealing with some emergent events . ", That's too complicated . That's too complicated . ," And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report . " " And only that doesn't make a perfect one , you also have to pay attention to the format of the report . "," Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ? " " Oh , my God , is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in ? ", I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports . I'm sorry . There isn't . Because different people have to write different kinds of reports . , But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ? But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words . Could you please give me a hand ? ," OK , no problem . But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time . " Can I still get tickets for tonight's performance ? , The balcony is still available . The balcony is still available . , Aren't there any other seats ? Aren't there any other seats ? ," No , I'm afraid that's it . " Why are you shivering ? , It's freezing . "Excuse me . I am looking for a book called Little Women , but I can't find it anywhere . ", Let me see . I am sorry we just have sold it out . Let me see . I am sorry we just have sold it out . , Will you have it later ? Will you have it later ? ," I think so.Could I have you name , telephone number ? If we get one , I will call you . " " I think so.Could I have you name , telephone number ? If we get one , I will call you . ", That's terrific.Thank you . Can I help you ? ," Mm , I just need something about business news.Can you recommend some ? " " Mm , I just need something about business news.Can you recommend some ? ", The Times is a must . The Times is a must . , Thank you . I'll have one . "Excuse me , I'm looking for a good novel . Can you recommend anything ? ", Certainly . What kind of novel did you have in mind ? Certainly . What kind of novel did you have in mind ? ," I'm not really sure . I don't like romance novels , but any other genre is okay , as long as the book's good . " " I'm not really sure . I don't like romance novels , but any other genre is okay , as long as the book's good . "," Well , let me see ... This Stephen King novel is a real thriller . " " Well , let me see ... This Stephen King novel is a real thriller . "," Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either . " " Sorry , I forgot to mention that I don't like horror much , either . "," That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ? " " That's okay . Well , let me think . How about a mystery novel ? "," Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now . " " Hmm ... I sometimes like mysteries , but I don't think I'm in the mood for one right now . ", There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend . There are a number of science fiction and fantasy novels I can recommend . ," I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else . " " I love science fiction and fantasy , but I've been reading a lot of both lately , so I'd prefer to get something else . ", How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done . How about a good historical novel ? This one set in medieval France is excellent . The story is exciting and the characterization is very well done . ," That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help . " " That sounds interesting . Okay , I'll get this one . Thanks for all your help . ", Don't mention it . What's your favorite sport ? ," Basketball , I'm a basketball fan . " What was that noise ? , It was the pilot putting the wheels down.We must be coming into land.Are you frightened ? It was the pilot putting the wheels down.We must be coming into land.Are you frightened ? , Frightened ? You must be joking ! Good morning . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to check out now . My name's Adams , room 312 . Here's the key . " " Yes , I'd like to check out now . My name's Adams , room 312 . Here's the key . "," One moment , please , sir . ... Here's your bill . Would you like to check and see if the amount is correct ? " " One moment , please , sir . ... Here's your bill . Would you like to check and see if the amount is correct ? ", What's the 14 pounds for ? What's the 14 pounds for ? , That's for the phone calls you made from your room . That's for the phone calls you made from your room . , Can I pay with traveller's cheques ? Can I pay with traveller's cheques ? ," Certainly . May I have your passport , please ? " " Certainly . May I have your passport , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Could you sign each cheque here for me ? Could you sign each cheque here for me ? , Sure . Sure . ," Here are your receipt and your change , sir . Thank you . " " Here are your receipt and your change , sir . Thank you . ", Thank you . Goodbye . Do you have any fresh baked donuts for sale yet ? , They will be ready in about half an hour . Do you need anything else ? They will be ready in about half an hour . Do you need anything else ? ," Yes , I'd like five croissants , too . " " Yes , I'd like five croissants , too . ", It's going to be 3 dollars 40 cents . Hi there ! I am looking for a new car . I have this old Ford Pinto that I would like to trade in . , I see . You are in luck this month because all of our models are on sale ! it is a perfect time to buy a new car since it ’ s the end of the year . I see . You are in luck this month because all of our models are on sale ! it is a perfect time to buy a new car since it ’ s the end of the year . , Perfect ! I like this one . Perfect ! I like this one . ," That is the Ford Focus . A very light but powerful vehicle . It comes with dual side airbags , power steering and power windows , tinted windows and your choice of either automatic or manual transmission . " " That is the Ford Focus . A very light but powerful vehicle . It comes with dual side airbags , power steering and power windows , tinted windows and your choice of either automatic or manual transmission . ", Sounds like a good car ! How many miles to the gallon ? Sounds like a good car ! How many miles to the gallon ? , It is a very fuel efficient vehicle giving you about 34 miles in the city and 40 on the highway . It is a very fuel efficient vehicle giving you about 34 miles in the city and 40 on the highway . , That is really convenient . Especially now that fuel prices are so high ! What ’ s under the hood ? That is really convenient . Especially now that fuel prices are so high ! What ’ s under the hood ? ," A very powerful 2.5- liter turbocharged engine , Trust me , this car is fast ! " " A very powerful 2.5- liter turbocharged engine , Trust me , this car is fast ! ", Now for the most difficult question . What is the price tag for this lovely vehicle ? Now for the most difficult question . What is the price tag for this lovely vehicle ? , Very affordable sir . You can take it out of this lot today with 0 % down payment and no interest for the first year ! You can test drive it now and we can sign the papers when we get back . Very affordable sir . You can take it out of this lot today with 0 % down payment and no interest for the first year ! You can test drive it now and we can sign the papers when we get back . , Great ! Let ’ s do it ! Did you enjoy the movie ? ," Oh , it's really a drag . " " Oh , it's really a drag . ", Sorry to hear that . I think it's even better than On the Golden pond . Sorry to hear that . I think it's even better than On the Golden pond . , Hell with it ! Nobody will give it an Academy award ! Welcome to McDonald's . Can I take your order ? ," Please give me this extra value meal , a red bean pie , and one order of vegetable salad . " " Please give me this extra value meal , a red bean pie , and one order of vegetable salad . ", Would you like something to drink ? Would you like something to drink ? , A cup of hot orange juice . A cup of hot orange juice . , Will that be it ? Will that be it ? ," Yes , that's all . " Then I'll take them . How much ? , $ 120.The small gift box is complementary . $ 120.The small gift box is complementary . , Here is $ 150.Keep the change . Here is $ 150.Keep the change . , Thank you ! Have a nice day ! Thank you ! Have a nice day ! , You too.Bye . How do you like Korea ? , I like it . It's a beautiful country . I like it . It's a beautiful country . , What part of the visit excited you most ? What part of the visit excited you most ? , The best island of Korea-Jizhou island . The best island of Korea-Jizhou island . , Why ? Why ? ," Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming . " " Attractive scenery , pleasant climate , these make it charming . "," Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible . " " Yes , I think so . But there is also something terrible . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , Sometimes the traffic is too busy . Sometimes the traffic is too busy . ," Yes , you are right . " Bon voyage ! , Goodbye . I'd like to order dinner . , What would you like ? What would you like ? ," I'd like to order a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare . " " I'd like to order a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare . ", I'm sorry . We're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? I'm sorry . We're currently out of filet mignon . May I suggest the porterhouse instead ? ," I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do . " " I'd prefer the filet , but the porterhouse will do . ", And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? And may I suggest chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? ," Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight . " " Normally , I would take you up on that suggestion , but just the champagne will do for tonight . "," Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ? " " Okay , no strawberries . Room service will be charged to your amenities account . Is that all right ? ", That's fine . That's fine . ," It will be up shortly . Enjoy your food , sir . " Come in . It's nice to see you again . , It's nice to be here . It's nice to be here . , Would you care for a drink ? Would you care for a drink ? ," Just a club soda for me , please . " I would like to buy some beef . , What kind do you want ? What kind do you want ? , I need to get ground beef . I need to get ground beef . , How many pounds would you like me to get you ? How many pounds would you like me to get you ? , I need about four pounds . I need about four pounds . , Exactly what type of ground beef do you want ? Exactly what type of ground beef do you want ? , Extra lean . Extra lean . , I'll get that for you right now . I'll get that for you right now . , I appreciate that . I appreciate that . ," Don't mention it , I'll just wrap this up for you . " " Don't mention it , I'll just wrap this up for you . ", Thanks for your help . "David , recently I established a travelling forum , and now I want to make a plan to hold the first activity . Where can we go for this time ? ", How many members are there in your forum ? How many members are there in your forum ? , a dozen . a dozen . ," I think we can visit West Lake . The landscapes are attractive . It is said that just as there is paradise in heaven , there are Su Thou and Hang Thou on earth . " " I think we can visit West Lake . The landscapes are attractive . It is said that just as there is paradise in heaven , there are Su Thou and Hang Thou on earth . ", It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there . It's surely worth going to . There are ten famous spots there . , What can we do next after locating the place ? What can we do next after locating the place ? , Inform my members to prepare for the travelling . And then we can discuss about the travelling costs . "Evan , are you busy right now ? ", Not really . What ’ s up ? Not really . What ’ s up ? ," Well , I need a hand with the fax machine . My fax is not going through . " " Well , I need a hand with the fax machine . My fax is not going through . "," I ’ m kind of useless in that area , but I ’ ll take a look at it . " " I ’ m kind of useless in that area , but I ’ ll take a look at it . "," Ah , thanks . " I need to talk to you about something . , What did you need to talk about ? What did you need to talk about ? , I have some questions about my lease . I have some questions about my lease . , Like what ? Like what ? , Exactly how long is my lease for ? Exactly how long is my lease for ? , Your lease will be up in three years . Your lease will be up in three years . , What will happen if I move out before then ? What will happen if I move out before then ? ," If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible . " " If you move out before then , you will not get your deductible . ", I don ’ t understand . I don ’ t understand . , Because our contract says that you will live here for three years . Because our contract says that you will live here for three years . ," Okay , I think that I understand . " " Okay , I think that I understand . ", I ’ m glad you understand . Did you have a good weekend ? ," Yes , thanks . Did you ? " " Yes , thanks . Did you ? ", Not bad . What did you do ? Not bad . What did you do ? , I went to Tamshui . You ? I went to Tamshui . You ? ," I wasn't feeling too well , so I stayed at home . " "Mum , this is for you . "," Oh , flowers ! What for , my dear ? " " Oh , flowers ! What for , my dear ? "," Happy Mother's Day to you , Mum ! " " Happy Mother's Day to you , Mum ! "," Oh , thank you.You are so sweet ! " Excuse me . We're leaving today . I'd like to pay our bills now . ," OK . By the way , I'd like to tell you that the check-out time is 12 " " OK . By the way , I'd like to tell you that the check-out time is 12 ", I see . I see . ," Have you used any hotel services this morning or had breakfast at the hotel dining room , Mr . Green ? " " Have you used any hotel services this morning or had breakfast at the hotel dining room , Mr . Green ? "," Yes , my friend and I just had breakfast at the dining room , but we didn't use any services . " " Yes , my friend and I just had breakfast at the dining room , but we didn't use any services . ", How about the charge for the days you shared the room with your friend ? How about the charge for the days you shared the room with your friend ? , Please add to my account . Please add to my account . , The total for the eight days is five hundred sixty yuan . The total for the eight days is five hundred sixty yuan . , OK . Here you are . "You must like to dance , right . ", I'd love to . Do you often come here to dance ? I'd love to . Do you often come here to dance ? ," Yes , I like the old style dance , such as waltz 、 rumba and so on . They are quite graceful . " " Yes , I like the old style dance , such as waltz 、 rumba and so on . They are quite graceful . ", You are waltzing quite wonderfully . It's great to dance with a experience and talent partner . You are waltzing quite wonderfully . It's great to dance with a experience and talent partner . ," Thank you for saying . I think you are light on your toes too . Oh , the music starts again , would you like to have another dance , miss ? " " Thank you for saying . I think you are light on your toes too . Oh , the music starts again , would you like to have another dance , miss ? "," Ok , that would be great . Do you like modern dance ? I don't care for it . " " Ok , that would be great . Do you like modern dance ? I don't care for it . ", Neither do I . I don't like any kind of modern dances all . Is this a duty-free shop ? ," Yes , sir . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , sir . What can I do for you ? ", I want to buy some specialties . Can you recommend me some ? I want to buy some specialties . Can you recommend me some ? , Sure . I strongly advise you to buy a bottle of perfume and a lighter . Sure . I strongly advise you to buy a bottle of perfume and a lighter . , Fine . They look nice . I will take both of them . Fine . They look nice . I will take both of them . ," May I have a look at your passport , please ? " "Boris , look at this sentence . "" Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies , staying unrealistically thin , or depriving yourself of foods you love . "" It's interesting , isn't it ? "," I'd rather say it's confusing . what are those "" strict nutrition philosophies "" about ? " " I'd rather say it's confusing . what are those "" strict nutrition philosophies "" about ? "," I believe they are careful calculations on proteins , vitamins and calories . " " I believe they are careful calculations on proteins , vitamins and calories . "," Probably , Iris . That must be the job of nutritionists . " " Probably , Iris . That must be the job of nutritionists . ", Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable . Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves . So we are free to have whatever foods we love . It is unbelievable . ," Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food . " " Oh , believe it or not , I came across an article the other day , saying that pizza is a healthy food . ", Seriously ? Seriously ? ," Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so . " " Yes , I felt exactly the same way as you did just now . Scientists must be crazy in saying so . ", Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet . Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet . ," Absolutely . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine . " " Absolutely . I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great . As long as I have enough energy , it's fine . ", But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for it to work out for the body . I want to have the overcoat made to measure . ," Sure , sir . Have you brought the cloth ? " " Sure , sir . Have you brought the cloth ? "," No , I don't know which one to choose . I think maybe you can help me . " " No , I don't know which one to choose . I think maybe you can help me . "," Well , I recommend you to choose the 100 % cotton . " " Well , I recommend you to choose the 100 % cotton . ", I will take your advice . Do you have a good English-Chinese dictionary ? , Sure . How about this one ? Sure . How about this one ? , Is this the latest edition ? Is this the latest edition ? , Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover . Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover . , What's the difference ? What's the difference ? , The hardcover is more expensive . The hardcover is more expensive . ," Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please , " Can we go to the beach on foot ? ," Oh , it's too far to walk there.We can take a bus . " " Oh , it's too far to walk there.We can take a bus . ", Is the bus station close by ? Is the bus station close by ? ," Yeah , it's a block away down the street . " "Put all baggage on the conveyor belt.Walk through the detector gate one at a time , please . "," Excuse me , ma'ma . Could you walk back through the doorway again , please ? " " Excuse me , ma'ma . Could you walk back through the doorway again , please ? ", What for ? What for ? ," Airport security.Could you empty your pockets over here , please ? " " Airport security.Could you empty your pockets over here , please ? ", Really ? I'm in a hurry.All right . Really ? I'm in a hurry.All right . ," Ah , a set of keys . " " Ah , a set of keys . ", I'm embarrassed ! I forgot completely about them . I'm terribly sorry . I'm embarrassed ! I forgot completely about them . I'm terribly sorry . , That's all right.Enjoy your flight . That's all right.Enjoy your flight . , Thank you . Sunshine Hotel . ," Have you got a single room for Monday evening , please ? " " Have you got a single room for Monday evening , please ? ", With or without private bathroom ? With or without private bathroom ? ," With private room , please . " " With private room , please . "," Sorry , we haven't got any . But we have a room without private bath room . " " Sorry , we haven't got any . But we have a room without private bath room . ", How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? , 160 yuan . 160 yuan . , Could you book it for me ? Could you book it for me ? , Of course yes . Thanks for helping me up . , Are you OK ? I didn't mean to put you in danger . Are you OK ? I didn't mean to put you in danger . , I'm the hazardous one here . I made three people fall over ! I'm the hazardous one here . I made three people fall over ! , That takes talent ... That takes talent ... , I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing ! I'm so humiliated ! What's that man saying ? Everyone's laughing ! , He said you obviously prefer Greek comedies to Greek tragedies . "Hello , Sir . Are you still there ? "," Yes , I'm here . What details do you need from me ? " " Yes , I'm here . What details do you need from me ? ", Did you check with reception at your hotel ? Did you check with reception at your hotel ? ," Yes , I did . But nobody has handed it in as yet . " " Yes , I did . But nobody has handed it in as yet . "," OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes . " " OK , that's fine , Sir . We just need to ask you some questions for security purposes . "," Please , go right ahead . " " Please , go right ahead . "," Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ? " " Could I have your name , please ? And do you know your card number ? "," I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are . " " I'm Mike Kowalski and my card number is 5211678 44 , but there are some other numbers at the beginning . I'm not sure what they are . "," That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ? " " That should be fine , Mr Kowalski . And your PIN number ? "," It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose ! " " It's 671029 , my birthday . Silly to choose such a simple one , I suppose ! ", That's completely natural . Most of our customers do the same thing . Could you just hold for a moment please ? Thank you . "Come in and have some coffee , Anna . The kids have just gone out to the mall to hang out with their friends . ", I saw a lot of teenagers when Alan and I were there yesterday . I saw a lot of teenagers when Alan and I were there yesterday . ," They spend hours there , especially on weekends . " " They spend hours there , especially on weekends . "," Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ? " " Speaking of that trip , Alan bought a shirt at a department store , but the sleeves are too long . Do you know a seamstress or tailor who can shorten them ? ", I know several . But wouldn ’ t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ? I know several . But wouldn ’ t it be easier to take the shirt back and exchange it for the right size ? , Isn ’ t that complicated ? Isn ’ t that complicated ? ," No , it ’ s easy . We ’ ll just take the shirt back to the men ’ s department and show them the sales slip . They ’ ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund . " " No , it ’ s easy . We ’ ll just take the shirt back to the men ’ s department and show them the sales slip . They ’ ll exchange it for the correct size or give you a refund . ", We ? Do you want to go with me ? We ? Do you want to go with me ? , Sure . I love going to the mall . Sure . I love going to the mall . ," What do you do there ... hang around , like the kids ? " "Excuse me , my skin is always dry , can you give me some advice ? ", I think you should buy a bottle of moisturizer . I think you should buy a bottle of moisturizer . , Will that work ? Will that work ? , Yes . It will keep your face from getting dry and make your skin soft . Would you show me this brooch ? ," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . ", What is this made of ? What is this made of ? , It's sapphire . We have only one brooch of this type . Will you try it on ? It's sapphire . We have only one brooch of this type . Will you try it on ? ," Yes , I will . But how much is it ? " " Yes , I will . But how much is it ? ", Only 700 yuan . Only 700 yuan . , It's expensive for me . It's expensive for me . , How about this one ? This is 500 yuan and the same kind of material as that one . How about this one ? This is 500 yuan and the same kind of material as that one . ," It is genuine , isn't it ? " " It is genuine , isn't it ? "," Oh , yes . Any kind of goods are dependable as our shop is well-known throughout the city . " "Hello sir , welcome to Pistolera restaurant . May I take your order ? "," Yes , I would like the chicken cheese enchiladas with a side of guacamole . " " Yes , I would like the chicken cheese enchiladas with a side of guacamole . "," I ' m sorry sir , but we ran out of chicken . May I suggest our delicious beef burritos or cheese quesadillas ? Both include a side of guacamole and jalapenos . " " I ' m sorry sir , but we ran out of chicken . May I suggest our delicious beef burritos or cheese quesadillas ? Both include a side of guacamole and jalapenos . ", Sure I ' ll have the burrito . Do you have nachos ? Sure I ' ll have the burrito . Do you have nachos ? , Of course sir . Our nachos come with melted cheese and chili . Of course sir . Our nachos come with melted cheese and chili . , Sounds good . Sounds good . , Would you like anything to drink ? Would you like anything to drink ? ," Sure , I ' ll have a Corona . " "Johnny , I want to thank you . "," What do you mean , Mom ? For breaking your best china ? " " What do you mean , Mom ? For breaking your best china ? "," Oh , Johnny , that stuff was dollar store junk . No , I want to thank you for keeping Grandma busy . " " Oh , Johnny , that stuff was dollar store junk . No , I want to thank you for keeping Grandma busy . "," Well , it's more like she kept me busy ... " " Well , it's more like she kept me busy ... "," I know , and normally she's trying to tell me how to clean my house . So , thank you . " " I know , and normally she's trying to tell me how to clean my house . So , thank you . ", Am I back in your good books ? Am I back in your good books ? ," Not only that , but I'm going to buy you that video game after all ! " What kind of person do you think you are ? ," Well , I am always energetic and enthusiastic . That's my strongest personality . " " Well , I am always energetic and enthusiastic . That's my strongest personality . ", What are your strengths and weaknesses ? What are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," Em , as I have said , I'm diligent and industrious . On the other hand , sometimes I'm too hard-working and I put myself under too much pressure to make things perfect . " " Em , as I have said , I'm diligent and industrious . On the other hand , sometimes I'm too hard-working and I put myself under too much pressure to make things perfect . ", What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ? What qualities would you expect of persons working as a team ? ," To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive . " " To work in a team , in my opinion , two characteristics are necessary for a person . That is , the person must be cooperative and aggressive . ", How do you spend your leisure time ? How do you spend your leisure time ? , I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies . I like playing games and having sports . They are my favourite hobbies . ," So , what kind of sport do you like most ? " " So , what kind of sport do you like most ? "," Oh , it's hard to narrow it down to just one . I mean , I like all kinds of sports , basketball , swimming , bike riding and so on . Maybe it is just the reason why I am so energetic and vigorous . " Hello . This is Doctor Bell ’ s Office . Can I help you ? , Hi . This is Taylor Wright calling . I ’ Ve got an appointment with Doctor Bell at 9.00 tomorrow morning . I ’ Ve got to cancel this appointment . My father-in-law passed away suddenly last night . Hi . This is Taylor Wright calling . I ’ Ve got an appointment with Doctor Bell at 9.00 tomorrow morning . I ’ Ve got to cancel this appointment . My father-in-law passed away suddenly last night . , I ’ m sorry to hear that . Cancelling the appointment is no problem . Thank you for your call . I ’ m sorry to hear that . Cancelling the appointment is no problem . Thank you for your call . , Thanks a lot . Good bye . "Hi , Sarah . The results of questionnaire have come out . We need to discuss it together then write a research report . ", How is the new product ? How is the new product ? ," 30 % of the people are attracted by the style . Buyers always pay great attention to packing . In my opinion , these goods didn't sell well merely because of the poor packing . " " 30 % of the people are attracted by the style . Buyers always pay great attention to packing . In my opinion , these goods didn't sell well merely because of the poor packing . "," Yes , I think so . And how about the price ? " " Yes , I think so . And how about the price ? ", Almost 30 % of the consumers can ’ t accept the price . Maybe we should lower our price a little . Almost 30 % of the consumers can ’ t accept the price . Maybe we should lower our price a little . ," Yes , I agree with you . We should add our opinions to the research report . " " Yes , I agree with you . We should add our opinions to the research report . ", Absolutely . "Good afternoon , can I help you ? ", Good afternoon . I need some stamps and envelopes . Good afternoon . I need some stamps and envelopes . , How many and what kind ? How many and what kind ? , A dozen 30 - cent stamps and 6 envelopes . A dozen 30 - cent stamps and 6 envelopes . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , That ’ s all . How much altogether ? That ’ s all . How much altogether ? , $ 16 . 50 . $ 16 . 50 . , Thank you very much . Please take me to Plaza Hotel . , OK . When should we be there ? OK . When should we be there ? ," As soon as possible , because I've got an important meeting to attend . " " As soon as possible , because I've got an important meeting to attend . "," All right , if there's no hold-ups . " "Hey John , nice skates . Are they new ? "," Yeah , I just got them . I started playing ice hockey in a community league . So , I finally got myself new skates . " " Yeah , I just got them . I started playing ice hockey in a community league . So , I finally got myself new skates . ", What position do you play ? What position do you play ? , I ’ m a defender . It ’ s a lot of fun . You don ’ t have to be able to skate as fast on defense . I ’ m a defender . It ’ s a lot of fun . You don ’ t have to be able to skate as fast on defense . ," Yeah , you ’ re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself . " " Yeah , you ’ re a pretty big guy . I play goalie , myself . "," Oh , yeah ? Which team ? " " Oh , yeah ? Which team ? ", The Rockets . The Rockets . ," Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later . " " Really ? I think we play you guys next week . Well , I have to go to practice . See you later . "," All right , see you later . " You have your ducks in a row . , Thank you very much . I will devote all my efforts to my work . "Bob , What are you thinking about ? ", I'm thinking about that idea we talked about . I'm thinking about that idea we talked about . , Do you think it'll work ? Do you think it'll work ? , I'm not sure . "It's hard to be optimistic about things with the way the economy's headed ... The trade deficit is getting larger , consumption's down , I really think we're headed for a recession . ", The economy has been stagnant for a while now . We've been in a recessive state for several months already . What worries me the most is the trade deficit . I think the government should do more to encourage exports . The economy has been stagnant for a while now . We've been in a recessive state for several months already . What worries me the most is the trade deficit . I think the government should do more to encourage exports . ," Increasing exports would weaken the currency . I think the main point is economic growth . We need more jobs . Factories have outsourced and moved many jobs to foreign countries . The result is an increase in unemployment in our own country , lower consumption , lower production , and an overall feeble economy . If more people are working , it will give the economy a boost . " " Increasing exports would weaken the currency . I think the main point is economic growth . We need more jobs . Factories have outsourced and moved many jobs to foreign countries . The result is an increase in unemployment in our own country , lower consumption , lower production , and an overall feeble economy . If more people are working , it will give the economy a boost . "," It's true that we should do something about unemployment , but what about inflation ? If unemployment falls , there's pressure to increase pay . That would result in inflation , which would result in a much less dynamic economy . " What does your father do ? , He is a worker . He is a worker . , What about your mother ? What about your mother ? , She is a nurse . "Gucci , you look serious . I wish you ’ d let your hair down . "," Really ? OK , I will try my best to be relaxed . " Linda ? Is that you ? I haven't seen you in ages ! , Hi George ! It's good to see you ! Hi George ! It's good to see you ! , What have you been up to ? What have you been up to ? , I just opened up my own business not long ago . I just opened up my own business not long ago . , Good for you ! What are you doing ? Good for you ! What are you doing ? , I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that . I'm a professional party planner here in the city . I do catering and all that . , I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun ! I knew some day I would be able to profit from your love of fun ! ," Well , I don't know about the profit part yet . But I am really having fun ! " "Hello , the nurse said that you might have my test results in from the other day . ", I would like for you to come in and talk about a few more tests that I would like to run . I would like for you to come in and talk about a few more tests that I would like to run . , Does this mean that you have bad news for me ? Does this mean that you have bad news for me ? , I just want to talk to you about the tests that I want to run . I just want to talk to you about the tests that I want to run . , Can ’ t you just tell me now ? Can ’ t you just tell me now ? , I don ’ t know anything for certain . We always do a double check if there is a question . I don ’ t know anything for certain . We always do a double check if there is a question . , I want to see you right away . I want to see you right away . ," You can come in this afternoon . If you are feeling too stressed , feel free to bring a friend along . " " You can come in this afternoon . If you are feeling too stressed , feel free to bring a friend along . ", I know for sure that something is wrong ! I know for sure that something is wrong ! , Don ’ t worry about a thing ; we are just taking a second look and talking . My parents are always saying I am not good enough . , Really . What do they mean ? Really . What do they mean ? ," They say my hair is too long , my room is too dirty and I am not good enough at school . " " They say my hair is too long , my room is too dirty and I am not good enough at school . ", What do you think then ? What do you think then ? , I don ’ t think they are right . I have tried my best and that's enough . It is unfair that they are always saying these thing . Sometimes I even feel deeply hurt . I ’ d like to take this opportunity to thank you for everything you did for me . , It ’ s my pleasure . I enjoyed working with you . It ’ s my pleasure . I enjoyed working with you . , I wouldn ’ t be able to make it without your help . I wouldn ’ t be able to make it without your help . , Then keep up the good work . My old man always harps on me . , So does my father . I'm already used to it . So does my father . I'm already used to it . ," But I can't bear it , John . " " But I can't bear it , John . ", How dare you say that ? What they do is just for our good . How dare you say that ? What they do is just for our good . ," Yeah , but he really puts blame on me . " "Do you keep any pets , such as cats , dogs ? "," No , I'm scared of cats . " " No , I'm scared of cats . "," Oh , but why ? " " Oh , but why ? ", I feel they're dirty . "Hey , guys ! Did you see that sign ? ", No . What did it say ? No . What did it say ? , There's a garage sale around the corner . There's a garage sale around the corner . ," A garage sale ... that's where people check out cars , right ? " " A garage sale ... that's where people check out cars , right ? ", What ? Cars ? Are you serious ? What ? Cars ? Are you serious ? ," I'm pulling your leg , Paul . I'm a shopping queen , remember ? So of course I know what a garage sale is all about ! " The bonus season is coming . How much of a bonus can I expect ? ," I think you will get a big bonus , because you always have high sales . " " I think you will get a big bonus , because you always have high sales . ", I hope so . I think you will get a big bonus too . Bonus depends on your performance and you worked overtime almost every day . I hope so . I think you will get a big bonus too . Bonus depends on your performance and you worked overtime almost every day . ," Yes , I am expecting to get the bonus . I hope we will both get the salary and bonus . " " Yes , I am expecting to get the bonus . I hope we will both get the salary and bonus . ", Hope so ! Can you work over tonight ? ," Sorry , I'm supposed to be with my son . " " Sorry , I'm supposed to be with my son . "," Okay , I'll ask Bob to cover it . " " Okay , I'll ask Bob to cover it . ", Thanks . I appreciate it . Merry Christmas ! Mary ! , Merry Christmas ! Mr Bean . Merry Christmas ! Mr Bean . , Will you come to join us at dinner this evening ? My family will be happy to see you . And father misses you very much . Will you come to join us at dinner this evening ? My family will be happy to see you . And father misses you very much . ," Well , I would be glad to , but I have promised Tom to see his Christmas tree , and play the piano for his song tonight . " Do you like ice skating ? , I have never tried it . I have never tried it . , Then you've got to try it . Let's go to the skating rink on Thursday . Then you've got to try it . Let's go to the skating rink on Thursday . ," Sorry , I don't think I can . " " Sorry , I don't think I can . ", Friday then . How about it ? Friday then . How about it ? , Friday is great . Friday is great . , It's settled then . I've got some great news for you ! , did you get the position you wanted ? did you get the position you wanted ? ," yes , I'll be promoted to department manager . " " yes , I'll be promoted to department manager . ", I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations ! I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations ! ," thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position . " " thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position . "," sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it ! " " sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it ! ", thank you very much . thank you very much . , you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader . you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader . , I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon . I appreciate it very much . You've been doing great . I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon . , that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ? that's very nice of you to say so . I'll try my best . When will you start at the new position ? , next week . next week . ," so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department . " " so by then , you'll be in charge of the whole department . ", absolutely . "Excuse me , what's the price of a single room ? ", That's $ 50 for a single night . That's $ 50 for a single night . , Are meals included ? Are meals included ? ," Yes , of course . Can I make a reservation for you ? " " Yes , of course . Can I make a reservation for you ? "," Fine , I want to book one for overnight . " "Daddy , I am so glad you come out with us . "," Honey , I am sorry that I am too busy most of the time . " " Honey , I am sorry that I am too busy most of the time . ", It doesn't matter . But I really haven't gone for a picnic for a long time . It doesn't matter . But I really haven't gone for a picnic for a long time . , What did you do last weekend ? What did you do last weekend ? , It was boring . Just did my homework and practiced the piano . It was boring . Just did my homework and practiced the piano . , Did you play football with other children ? Did you play football with other children ? ," Ahh , I was not available last Sunday . I was too busy almost as much as you . " " Ahh , I was not available last Sunday . I was too busy almost as much as you . "," Cool , we can take the football , shuttlecock and badminton racket to the park . " " Cool , we can take the football , shuttlecock and badminton racket to the park . ", Hooray ! I can play football with daddy . Mom and sister can play badminton . Hooray ! I can play football with daddy . Mom and sister can play badminton . ," After that , we will have a picnic . " " After that , we will have a picnic . "," That's great . We can also take the dragon kite with us . After the picnic , we can fly it . " " That's great . We can also take the dragon kite with us . After the picnic , we can fly it . "," Okay , it sounds good . " Did you listen to the weather forecast ? , No.Why ? No.Why ? , There ’ s a typhoon coming . There ’ s a typhoon coming . , No way ! No way ! ," Yep , it should be here by tomorrow night . " Jack ! You've really done it this time . , What ? What happened ? What ? What happened ? ," I told you to get this consignment out last week.We can't very well run a light bulb conference without any light bulbs , can we ? What am I going to do with you ? " " I told you to get this consignment out last week.We can't very well run a light bulb conference without any light bulbs , can we ? What am I going to do with you ? "," Please , give me one more chance . I'll never let it happen again . I'm very sorry . " " Please , give me one more chance . I'll never let it happen again . I'm very sorry . "," Well , I guess I could give you one more chance , but this is the last time.In themeantime , I hear that Tom who normally does night shift is taking three weeks ' vacation , Can you think of anyone who would be willing to work nights while he is gone ? " " Well , I guess I could give you one more chance , but this is the last time.In themeantime , I hear that Tom who normally does night shift is taking three weeks ' vacation , Can you think of anyone who would be willing to work nights while he is gone ? "," Um , me ? " " Um , me ? ", Bingo ! Are you still working day and night ? ," Not anymore . Now I work nine hours a day , and I get a good sleep almost every night . No more burning the candle at both ends . " "Liz , do you have a minute ? "," Yes , of course . What is it ? " " Yes , of course . What is it ? ", I need you to help me set up for my presentation Thursday morning . I need you to help me set up for my presentation Thursday morning . ," Okay , what should I do ? " " Okay , what should I do ? "," Well , it isn't at this office . It's over at the Dayton Street office.Have you been there before ? " " Well , it isn't at this office . It's over at the Dayton Street office.Have you been there before ? "," Yes , of course . I have to go there every Tuesday . " " Yes , of course . I have to go there every Tuesday . ", Good . So you will have no trouble finding it . Good . So you will have no trouble finding it . , What's the presentation about ? What's the presentation about ? ," I will talk about developing sales through our website.All the branch heads will be there , and most of the staff . " " I will talk about developing sales through our website.All the branch heads will be there , and most of the staff . ", Will you need anything special for the presentation ? Will you need anything special for the presentation ? ," Well , I need the display monitor.But Tom can set that up for me on Wednesday . I will need you to help with everything else . " " Well , I need the display monitor.But Tom can set that up for me on Wednesday . I will need you to help with everything else . ", I suppose you need the whiteboard set up . "Good morning , room reservations . Can I help you ? "," Yes , my name is Peter . I have made a reservation for a single room from June 18th to June 21st . I'd like to make some changes . The reservation should only be to June 20th . " " Yes , my name is Peter . I have made a reservation for a single room from June 18th to June 21st . I'd like to make some changes . The reservation should only be to June 20th . ", A single room from June 18th to 20th . Is that correct ? A single room from June 18th to 20th . Is that correct ? , Yes . Yes . , OK . Do you need a limousine service ? OK . Do you need a limousine service ? , That's exactly what I want . How much does it charge ? That's exactly what I want . How much does it charge ? , A hundred and eighty yuan for one way . We have a counter at the airport where our representative will lead you to the car . A hundred and eighty yuan for one way . We have a counter at the airport where our representative will lead you to the car . , It sounds good . I'll take that . It sounds good . I'll take that . ," Thank you , sir . We look forward to serving you . " Don't take too much off . I'm trying to grow my hair longer . , How about two inches ? How about two inches ? ," That sounds perfect . Do you think I can get some highlights today , too ? I've always wanted red . " " That sounds perfect . Do you think I can get some highlights today , too ? I've always wanted red . "," I think that will over-process your hair , you should wait at least two weeks . " " I think that will over-process your hair , you should wait at least two weeks . ", All right . I'll just have the cut and perm today . All right . I'll just have the cut and perm today . ," Great . My assistant will wash your hair , and then I'll be back to help you . " " Great . My assistant will wash your hair , and then I'll be back to help you . ", OK . Where should I park ? , Do you have a car or motorbike ? Do you have a car or motorbike ? , I drive a scooter I drive a scooter ," In that case , you can park either in a student lot or on the street . Are you aware of the marked handicapped spots ? " " In that case , you can park either in a student lot or on the street . Are you aware of the marked handicapped spots ? "," No , I haven't seen those spots . " " No , I haven't seen those spots . ", The handicapped logo with blue means that you are not to park there unless you have a handicapped permit . Will you mostly be parking during the day or the night ? The handicapped logo with blue means that you are not to park there unless you have a handicapped permit . Will you mostly be parking during the day or the night ? , I park in the daytime . I park in the daytime . , Make sure you pay special attention to the street signs with time limits . Have you noticed those signs ? Make sure you pay special attention to the street signs with time limits . Have you noticed those signs ? ," No , I have not seen the signs . " " No , I have not seen the signs . ", Pay attention to what the signs tell you in terms of time limits and what days you can park there . Do you know what the curb colors mean ? Pay attention to what the signs tell you in terms of time limits and what days you can park there . Do you know what the curb colors mean ? ," No , I don't know what the curb colors mean . " " No , I don't know what the curb colors mean . ", Just remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means loading and unloading only . I think you'll be good to go ! How long have you been in China ? , A few months . A few months . , How do you think of living here ? How do you think of living here ? , Great ! I'm having a great time . "How did you meet your boyfriend , Cindy ? ", We were in the same science class last term . We were in the same science class last term . , Who made the first move ? Who made the first move ? , I did . I did . , Wow ! Wow ! , It was no big deal . It was no big deal . , What do your parents think of your dating a boy ? What do your parents think of your dating a boy ? , They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend . They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend . , They're glad ? ! Good morning madam . What can I get you ? , I ’ d like a coffee please . I ’ d like a coffee please . ," Certainly madam , what kind of coffee would you like ? " " Certainly madam , what kind of coffee would you like ? ", What have you got ? What have you got ? ," Well we have espresso , cappuccino , latte , skinny latte or Americano . " " Well we have espresso , cappuccino , latte , skinny latte or Americano . ", Goodness me ! What a choice ! I think I ’ ll have a cappuccino please . Goodness me ! What a choice ! I think I ’ ll have a cappuccino please . , Here you are . You ’ ll find the sugar just over there . Have you heard we'll have a pay rise ? ," Oh , it has nothing to do with me . " " Oh , it has nothing to do with me . "," It's a pity , but why ? " " It's a pity , but why ? ", I came here only a month ago . Let me see your passport . Is London your final destination ? , No . I am a transit passenger going to Sweden . No . I am a transit passenger going to Sweden . , How long are you going to stay here ? How long are you going to stay here ? , Only one night . Only one night . , Do you have any dutiable items ? Do you have any dutiable items ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", What are these ? What are these ? , They are my personal effects . I saw an interesting program on TV last night . It was about elderly people . , And what did the program say ? And what did the program say ? , It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier . It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier . , I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea . I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea . , And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress . And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress . ," And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise . My father is over 60 years old , and he lifts weights every day . " Would it be all right if I went home next weekend ? , For What ? For What ? ," Well , I want to surprise my brother showing up for his birthday . " " Well , I want to surprise my brother showing up for his birthday . "," Well , that sounds like it would be OK . Just be careful . " How was your self-help trip ? ," Excellent . As soon as we landed , we boarded a bus to Disneyland . I love Mickey Mouse . Janet and I spent the entire first day going on all of the rides . " " Excellent . As soon as we landed , we boarded a bus to Disneyland . I love Mickey Mouse . Janet and I spent the entire first day going on all of the rides . ", Didn't you feel any jet lag from the change in time zones ? Didn't you feel any jet lag from the change in time zones ? , I felt fine . I must have been too excited to notice . I felt fine . I must have been too excited to notice . , I've never been to Disneyland . I went to Universal Studios when I was fifteen . My parents took my brother Franco and I to Los Angeles and San Francisco.Wish you and Janet love each other more . How do you get along with your co-workers ? ," I get along pretty well with most of them.It seems there are always a few rotten apples in the bunch , though , Like Margaret . I don't know why management hasn't fired her yet.She ' s a terrible gossip . " " I get along pretty well with most of them.It seems there are always a few rotten apples in the bunch , though , Like Margaret . I don't know why management hasn't fired her yet.She ' s a terrible gossip . ", Do you think management should fire someone just because they gossip ? Do you think management should fire someone just because they gossip ? ," It's not only that she gossips , but she also tries to start problems among other employees by spreading rumors and telling lies about her co-workers.She ' s not trustworthy , and in my opinion , I think she's nuts . " " It's not only that she gossips , but she also tries to start problems among other employees by spreading rumors and telling lies about her co-workers.She ' s not trustworthy , and in my opinion , I think she's nuts . ", So how do you develop good relationships in the office ? So how do you develop good relationships in the office ? ," I think one of the important things is just to be considerate of your co-workers'feelings and needs.If you are aware of other people and do your part to make a good working environment , you should be able to get along with most of the people you work with . " " I think one of the important things is just to be considerate of your co-workers'feelings and needs.If you are aware of other people and do your part to make a good working environment , you should be able to get along with most of the people you work with . "," I think you're right , but it does seem that there are always a few co — workers that are harder to work with than others . " Do you have any sales experience ? ," Yes , I worked in a fashion shop as a part time salesgirl . " " Yes , I worked in a fashion shop as a part time salesgirl . ", What kind of work are you doing now ? What kind of work are you doing now ? , I'm working as an export sales staff member for a trade company . I'm working as an export sales staff member for a trade company . , Where are you working ? Where are you working ? , I work at Yangshi Trade Company Ltd . I have been working there since 1997 . Mm ... How do I get this ticket machine to work ? , Well first put your money in . Well first put your money in . ," Ok , I ’ Ve done that . " " Ok , I ’ Ve done that . ", Then just press this button . Then just press this button . , Oh it ’ s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much . Oh it ’ s printed the ticket already . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . "John , I'm sorry , the air tickets for the International Day are sold out . ", Really ? I didn't expect that . Really ? I didn't expect that . , It's possible because everyone wants to travel during the holiday weekend . It's possible because everyone wants to travel during the holiday weekend . , I should have booked the tickets in advance . I should have booked the tickets in advance . , Take it easy . I'll like you know if anyone decides to cancel his reservation . "Joanne , let ’ s not make this divorce any more acrimonious than it already is , okay ? Let ’ s just get down to business and start dividing this stuff up fairly , so we can go our separate ways , alright ? ", Fine with me . I just want to get this over with . It ’ s important we make a clean break . I should have signed a pre-nup . Fine with me . I just want to get this over with . It ’ s important we make a clean break . I should have signed a pre-nup . , What was that ? What was that ? ," Nothing ! Anyway , you ’ re right , there ’ s no reason this has to be nasty.My lawyer tells me you ’ Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ’ s done ... finally . " " Nothing ! Anyway , you ’ re right , there ’ s no reason this has to be nasty.My lawyer tells me you ’ Ve accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property , as well as the custody agreement - I keep the cat and you get the dog . So that ’ s done ... finally . "," Let ’ s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ’ s start with the record collection , I ’ ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back . " " Let ’ s not go there , Joanne ! Ok , so let ’ s start with the record collection , I ’ ll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back . "," Fine , but I ’ m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me . " " Fine , but I ’ m keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me . "," I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it ! " " I believe that was a wedding present to both of us , Joanne . And you hardly ever use it ! "," He ’ s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway ! " " He ’ s my grandfather , and he never really liked you anyway ! "," Whatever ! Alright , I ’ ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ’ ll agree that I get the silver tea set . " " Whatever ! Alright , I ’ ll concede the silly gramophone , if you ’ ll agree that I get the silver tea set . "," How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ’ t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ’ s next ? What about these old photographs ? " " How typical , when are you ever going to use a silver tea set ? Fine ! I don ’ t want to drag this out any longer than necessary . What ’ s next ? What about these old photographs ? "," Which ones ? Let me have a look.Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ? " " Which ones ? Let me have a look.Wow , look at that ! That brings back memories ... That ? "," Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ... " " Our trip to Italy ! I remember that day . We were going to visit the Trev fountain , and we got caught in the rain ... "," ... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ... " " ... and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet . I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley , smiling and laughing in the rain ... "," Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ’ t we ? " " Oh , we really did have fun back then , didn ’ t we ? "," Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ’ t reconcile and try again ? I still love you . " " Oh , Joanne , are we making a big mistake ? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can ’ t reconcile and try again ? I still love you . ", Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ’ m so glad we didn ’ t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle . Oh Jeff ! I love you too ! I ’ m so glad we didn ’ t have to decide who keeps the motorcycle . , The motorcycle ? But that ’ s mine ! "Hey , buddy , can ’ t you see there ’ s a line ? "," Oh , sorry . I didn ’ t know . " " Oh , sorry . I didn ’ t know . ", What ? You haven ’ t taken the bus before ? What ? You haven ’ t taken the bus before ? ," No , I ’ m afraid not . " " No , I ’ m afraid not . "," Well , you have to wait in line like everyone else . Besides , you should let old people on first . " " Well , you have to wait in line like everyone else . Besides , you should let old people on first . ", Sorry . Sorry . , It ’ s all right . Where are you going ? It ’ s all right . Where are you going ? , I wanted to see the White House . I wanted to see the White House . ," Oh , well you don ’ t want this bus , anyway . It goes to Georgetown . " " Oh , well you don ’ t want this bus , anyway . It goes to Georgetown . "," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . "," It ’ s all right , though . Just get off at the next stop and catch the 79A . " " It ’ s all right , though . Just get off at the next stop and catch the 79A . "," Oh , well thank you very much . " " Oh , well thank you very much . ", You ’ re welcome . The music is on.May I have the pleasure to dance with you ? ," Sorry , I'm engaged for the foxtrot.Will the next Walls be all right ? " " Sorry , I'm engaged for the foxtrot.Will the next Walls be all right ? ", Certainly . Are you ready to go shopping ? , Just a minute . I need to make a list of thinks that we need . Just a minute . I need to make a list of thinks that we need . ," Good idea . Have you written down potatoes , carrots , and onions ? " " Good idea . Have you written down potatoes , carrots , and onions ? ", I don ’ t have onions on my list . I ’ ll add them . We should get some tea . Is green tea ok or should we get the same tea that we usually get ? I don ’ t have onions on my list . I ’ ll add them . We should get some tea . Is green tea ok or should we get the same tea that we usually get ? , Let ’ s get both . We need some coffee too . Is that on your list ? Let ’ s get both . We need some coffee too . Is that on your list ? ," Yes , it is . Here ’ s my list . Is there anything that I ’ Ve forgotten ? " " Yes , it is . Here ’ s my list . Is there anything that I ’ Ve forgotten ? ", I think you ’ Ve got everything . I want to got some chocolate and some cheese . I think you ’ Ve got everything . I want to got some chocolate and some cheese . , What kind of cheese do you want . What kind of cheese do you want . ," I ’ m not sure . I ’ ll decide at the cheese counter , when I can see what they have . Have we got enough money ? " " I ’ m not sure . I ’ ll decide at the cheese counter , when I can see what they have . Have we got enough money ? "," We don ’ t have enough cash , so I ’ ll take my credit card and we can pay with that . Where are the car keys ? " " We don ’ t have enough cash , so I ’ ll take my credit card and we can pay with that . Where are the car keys ? ", I ’ Ve got them there . Shall I drive ? "Good afternoon , Mr Meng ! It's nice to see you today . It's been a while , hasn't it ? "," Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , it has . I've been in Saudi Arabia for the last 6 weeks on business . I did have a little time to relax in Dubai , though . " " Hello , Miao Ping . Yes , it has . I've been in Saudi Arabia for the last 6 weeks on business . I did have a little time to relax in Dubai , though . "," I envy you , Mr Meng ! What can I do for you today ? " " I envy you , Mr Meng ! What can I do for you today ? "," I need to effect a payment under my L / C . Not the old one , the new one my Assistant came in and dealt with last week . " " I need to effect a payment under my L / C . Not the old one , the new one my Assistant came in and dealt with last week . ", Right . Do you have the code for that one ? Right . Do you have the code for that one ? , It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ? It's DG193445782100 . Can you find it ? ," Here it is . Have you got the advice slip with you ? You have sufficient funds in the account , so we can go ahead . " How may I help you today ? , I need to open a second account . I need to open a second account . , What kind of account would you like to open ? What kind of account would you like to open ? , I need another savings account . I need another savings account . , Do you have another account with us ? Do you have another account with us ? , I sure do . I sure do . , Would you like to transfer money from that account into your new one ? Would you like to transfer money from that account into your new one ? , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , How much would you like to transfer ? How much would you like to transfer ? , Transfer $ 100 . Transfer $ 100 . , Give me a moment while I complete your transaction . Give me a moment while I complete your transaction . , That ’ s fine . Thank you . "Julia , I saw two men fighting beside our door this morning . ", I know them . They are the two brothers living next door . I know them . They are the two brothers living next door . , Brothers ? Do you know why they quarreled ? Brothers ? Do you know why they quarreled ? , It's said that the father's will caused the dissension among the two brothers . It's said that the father's will caused the dissension among the two brothers . , Is there anybody acting as mediator in the dispute ? Is there anybody acting as mediator in the dispute ? ," No , everyone keeps in mind that ' Don't intrude in a family dispute ' . " I'd like to order broadband internet for my laptop . ," Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and a prompt will tell you the payment options . " " Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and a prompt will tell you the payment options . "," Well , I don't have an Ethernet port . My computer runs entirely on wireless service . " " Well , I don't have an Ethernet port . My computer runs entirely on wireless service . "," That's too bad . But there are several alternatives , if you want to hear them . " " That's too bad . But there are several alternatives , if you want to hear them . "," Yes , please ! Tell me about the alternatives . " " Yes , please ! Tell me about the alternatives . ", We run a fully equipped computer lab on the first floor . We run a fully equipped computer lab on the first floor . , Very good . How much does that cost ? Very good . How much does that cost ? ," The service is free to hotel patrons . However , printing costs ten cents per page . " " The service is free to hotel patrons . However , printing costs ten cents per page . ", I see . And the other alternatives ? I see . And the other alternatives ? ," Alternatively , we do offer wireless in our lobby . You can bring your laptop down here . " " Alternatively , we do offer wireless in our lobby . You can bring your laptop down here . ", Great ! What if I need to print something in the lobby ? Great ! What if I need to print something in the lobby ? , You would have to use the computer lab . I'm sorry for the inconvenience . Ms . Montgomery ? Do you have a moment ? ," Sure , Brian . What ’ s on your mind ? " " Sure , Brian . What ’ s on your mind ? ", I ’ m a bit upset about this year ’ s bonus . I was really expecting a little more . Are there any problems with my work ? I ’ m a bit upset about this year ’ s bonus . I was really expecting a little more . Are there any problems with my work ? ," No , not at all , Brian . This year , we ’ Ve all had to cut back . I ’ m hoping next year ’ s going to better . I hope you can understand . " "Welcome , sir , what can I do for you ? ", I want to buy some records . I want to buy some records . , Whose record do you want ? Whose record do you want ? , Are there the records of Michael Jackson ? Are there the records of Michael Jackson ? , His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week . His records have been sold out . The new copies will be available next week . , Oh . it's too late . Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look . It's my first time to come to Bangkok . Could you recommend some places for me ? ," Well , it depends on what you have . " " Well , it depends on what you have . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," It takes only one day and you could experience almost all the famous spots in the city , I don't think you would like to miss it . " " It takes only one day and you could experience almost all the famous spots in the city , I don't think you would like to miss it . ", Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ? Sounds persuasive . How much will you charge for it ? , 50 dollars per person . 50 dollars per person . , That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ? That's reasonable . Will you take care of meals for the day ? , Of course . Please take it easy . Of course . Please take it easy . , I see . May I know the schedule ? I see . May I know the schedule ? , Why not ? I really like what you have . But the price for this product is much higher than we expected . I am absolutely not a buyer at that price . ," I know it is not the cheapest on the market . But if you take the quality factor into consideration , you will find your company will benefit in the long term . This device is built in with the most advanced technology . Every aspect has reached the international standard . It is a worthwhile investment . " " I know it is not the cheapest on the market . But if you take the quality factor into consideration , you will find your company will benefit in the long term . This device is built in with the most advanced technology . Every aspect has reached the international standard . It is a worthwhile investment . "," I understand that . If you can lower the price by 10 percent , we have a deal right now . " " I understand that . If you can lower the price by 10 percent , we have a deal right now . "," Well , the best I can do is to lower the price by 5 percent if you are willing to pay 90 % cash of front and 10 % on delivery . That is our best offer . " " Well , the best I can do is to lower the price by 5 percent if you are willing to pay 90 % cash of front and 10 % on delivery . That is our best offer . "," Err , well , I can ’ t decide right now . Do you mind if I have a small internal discussion on this first ? I will tell you our decision this afternoon . " " Err , well , I can ’ t decide right now . Do you mind if I have a small internal discussion on this first ? I will tell you our decision this afternoon . "," Sure , no problem . " Here ’ s your hot dog and beer . What happened ? Did I miss anything ? ," Yeah , Cal Ripen just hit a home run . " " Yeah , Cal Ripen just hit a home run . ", What ’ s the score ? What ’ s the score ? ," Well it was 3 to 4 , but Ripen ’ s home run made it 5 to 4 since another player was on first base . " " Well it was 3 to 4 , but Ripen ’ s home run made it 5 to 4 since another player was on first base . ", So Baltimore is winning ? So Baltimore is winning ? , Right . Right . , This is a really great place to watch a baseball game . This is a really great place to watch a baseball game . ," Yeah , there isn ’ t a bad seat in the place . " " Yeah , there isn ’ t a bad seat in the place . "," The fans are great here , too . Not like in Philadelphia . " " The fans are great here , too . Not like in Philadelphia . ", It was a great idea to spend a day watching a game . It was a great idea to spend a day watching a game . ," Yeah , it reminds you why they say baseball is America ’ s favorite pastime . " "Hello , could I speak to Mr . Wang , the PR Director ? "," Yes , speaking . How can I help you ? " " Yes , speaking . How can I help you ? ", I am calling to inquire about the position of PR manager . What requirements does the job need ? I am calling to inquire about the position of PR manager . What requirements does the job need ? ," The requirements are strong communicational skills , management and work assiduously . And you have to handle the recurring crisis good-humoredly and discreetly . " What are the branches of Operations ? ," Operations is made up of Manufacturing , Materials , Shipping and Distribution etc . " " Operations is made up of Manufacturing , Materials , Shipping and Distribution etc . ", It seems that it is a key department for providing materials and transportation . It seems that it is a key department for providing materials and transportation . ," Yes , it is . " The dress looks beautiful . Can I touch it ? ," I am sorry , miss , it's not allowed unless you want to buy it . " " I am sorry , miss , it's not allowed unless you want to buy it . ", I see . What about the dress over there ? I would like to try it on . I see . What about the dress over there ? I would like to try it on . ," OK , here you are . The fitting room is behind the curtain . " Did you check before you left the shop ? ," Yes , I did . But when I got home , my son put it on and we found the hole . " " Yes , I did . But when I got home , my son put it on and we found the hole . ", Really ? Let me have a look at it . Mm . OK . Let me change it for another one . Really ? Let me have a look at it . Mm . OK . Let me change it for another one . , Thank you very much . Good morning . Craftsman Company . Can I help you ? ," Yes , good morning . This is Mr . Suzuki from Video TV . May I speak to Mr . Johnson ? " " Yes , good morning . This is Mr . Suzuki from Video TV . May I speak to Mr . Johnson ? "," I'm sorry , but Mr . Johnson is out at the moment . Can I take a message ? " " I'm sorry , but Mr . Johnson is out at the moment . Can I take a message ? "," Uh , yes , okay . Tell him John Suzuki called . That's S-U-Z-U-K-I . " " Uh , yes , okay . Tell him John Suzuki called . That's S-U-Z-U-K-I . ", Yes . Yes . , From Video TV . From Video TV . ," Yes , Video TV . " " Yes , Video TV . ", Tell him I telephoned . I'd like to see him about the videotapes . Can he call me this afternoon ? Tell him I telephoned . I'd like to see him about the videotapes . Can he call me this afternoon ? ," Yes , Of course . What's your telephone number ? " " Yes , Of course . What's your telephone number ? "," It's , area code 413 , 447-9626 . " " It's , area code 413 , 447-9626 . ", That is 413-447-9662 ? That is 413-447-9662 ? ," No , that's 447-9626 . " " No , that's 447-9626 . "," Oh , I'm sorry , 447-9626 . " " Oh , I'm sorry , 447-9626 . "," Yes , that's right . Extension 162 . " " Yes , that's right . Extension 162 . "," Extension 162 . Okay , Mr . Suzuki . I'll give him the message . " " Extension 162 . Okay , Mr . Suzuki . I'll give him the message . ", Thank you . Good-bye . Do you have any job placement services at EDD ? ," The first thing that you should check out is callous , which is a great Internet-based placement service that you can use . " " The first thing that you should check out is callous , which is a great Internet-based placement service that you can use . ", What about people who don ’ t have a computer ? What about people who don ’ t have a computer ? , You can search for jobs on the computers at the EDD offices . You can search for jobs on the computers at the EDD offices . , What else is there at the EDD offices that can help me with my job search ? What else is there at the EDD offices that can help me with my job search ? , We can help you find local information about available jobs and workshops . We can help you find local information about available jobs and workshops . , What are the different workshops that are available at the EDD offices ? What are the different workshops that are available at the EDD offices ? , Resume Writing and Interviewing are our two most popular workshops . Resume Writing and Interviewing are our two most popular workshops . , Can you think of some other places where I may look for work ? Can you think of some other places where I may look for work ? , Many times there are special services available to certain groups like Women at Work or job help for non-English speakers . "Hello , this is Francis from XYZ Company . I would like to discuss with you about a new project some time next week . Do you have time to meet ? "," Well , I am not sure . Lets me check my agenda " " Well , I am not sure . Lets me check my agenda ", Ok . Ok . ," I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ? " " I am free on Tuesday afternoon from 2 PM to 4 PM , is it convenient for you ? ", It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM . It is ok with me . So I will be arriving at your office around two fifteen PM . ," Yes , there is . See you then . " Good morning . What can I do for you ? , Good morning . I want to post this letter . Can you tell me what the postage is ? Good morning . I want to post this letter . Can you tell me what the postage is ? , I must weigh it . Do you want to send it by ordinary or registered mail ? I must weigh it . Do you want to send it by ordinary or registered mail ? , I want this letter registered . There is something valuable inside . I want this letter registered . There is something valuable inside . ," In that case , you'd better have it registered . " " In that case , you'd better have it registered . ", I think so . Would you mind telling me the postage now ? I think so . Would you mind telling me the postage now ? , Seven dollars and fifty cents in all . Seven dollars and fifty cents in all . , Here is ten dollars . Here is ten dollars . , OK . Here are your receipt and your change . OK . Here are your receipt and your change . , Thank you . Goodbye . Thank you . Goodbye . , Bye . "Hi , is this Sue ? ", Yes ? Yes ? ," Sue , this is Tom Lin from Allied Trust and I'm calling to offer you a position with our firm . " " Sue , this is Tom Lin from Allied Trust and I'm calling to offer you a position with our firm . ", What position ? What position ? , Senior account rep . Senior account rep . , How much does it pay ? How much does it pay ? ," It starts at $ 30,000 . S " " It starts at $ 30,000 . S "," I'm sorry but my bottom figure is $ 36,000 . " Can you give me more details on what is included in the package ? ," Sure . The coach leaves at 6:30 a . m . , in front of our office . The drive takes eight hours , with two stops to see some sights . " " Sure . The coach leaves at 6:30 a . m . , in front of our office . The drive takes eight hours , with two stops to see some sights . ", What about the hotel accommodations ? What about the hotel accommodations ? , You'll be staying at Holiday Inn . It's a three-star hotel with two restaurants and a swimming pool . You'll be staying at Holiday Inn . It's a three-star hotel with two restaurants and a swimming pool . , Great . What types of things will we do at Lushun Falls ? Great . What types of things will we do at Lushun Falls ? , The second day you take a four-hour city tour . In the afternoon you go on the famous boat cruise under the falls . Way to go ! It seems beautiful and very delicious . ," Thank you.Thanks to the baker , I benefit a lot from him . " "Miss Fallen , can you tell me why you want to get a visa to the States ? ", To study . I am going to the University of Tampa to do a postgraduate course for three years . To study . I am going to the University of Tampa to do a postgraduate course for three years . , And do you have the Letter of Acceptance from the University with you ? And do you have the Letter of Acceptance from the University with you ? ," Yes , here it is . " " Yes , here it is . ", Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ? Thank you very much . And do you have any proof of the financial support for the three years ? , I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies . I've got a letter from my bank here . It shows I am able to support myself during these three years of studies . ," Could I see that , please ? " " Could I see that , please ? "," Yes , here it is . " " Yes , here it is . "," Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is . " " Thanks very much . Well , I'll be able to give you a visa for one year , a student visa , that is . "," Oh , but mine is a three-year program . " " Oh , but mine is a three-year program . "," Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure . " " Yes , it is a three-year , but you can renew the visa each year in the States . It is our usual procedure . "," Okay , thank you . " Roger ? Would it be possible to meet with you to discuss my department ’ s budget ? ," Of course , Debbie . Let me look at my schedule , - - I have some free time on the 12th . That ’ s this Thursday at 9:00 a . m . " " Of course , Debbie . Let me look at my schedule , - - I have some free time on the 12th . That ’ s this Thursday at 9:00 a . m . ", All right . That ’ ll be fine . Can you put together a rough idea of the kind of money I ’ ll have available for the next year ? All right . That ’ ll be fine . Can you put together a rough idea of the kind of money I ’ ll have available for the next year ? , Certainly . I ’ Ve already worked out a general budget for all the departments . Are you going to the beach this saturday afternoon ? , It depends on the weather . It depends on the weather . , The radio says it'll be fine . The radio says it'll be fine . , That'll be great . "hello , Jason , there is going to be a screening of Final Destination 3 at our campus cinema tomorrow . I plan to go to see it . ", is it a horror movie ? is it a horror movie ? ," yeah , I love horror movies . Would you like to go with me tomorrow ? " " yeah , I love horror movies . Would you like to go with me tomorrow ? ", no way . I will be scared out of my wits . no way . I will be scared out of my wits . ," that's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside . " " that's funny , I didn't know a big fellow like you could be so soft and timid on the inside . "," Hey , how could you like to taste my fist ? " " Hey , how could you like to taste my fist ? "," alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ? " " alright , all joking aside , what kinds of moves do you like ? "," Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on . " " Um , let me see , romance , comedy . documentary , action , science fiction , animated and so on . "," that is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies . " " that is to say , you like all genres except for horror movies . ", yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned . yeah . It seems like we don't speak the same language as far as movies are concerned . , not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy . not quite . I also greatly enjoy romance and comedy . , the Notebook is this type of movie . the Notebook is this type of movie . , really ? I haven't heard of it . really ? I haven't heard of it . ," well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it . " " well then , this could be a nice opportunity to enjoy it together . I bet you'd love it . ", Ok . I can't wait to see it . Let's go ! What can I do for you ? , I would like to buy two exquisite watches for me and my girlfriend . I would like to buy two exquisite watches for me and my girlfriend . , We have many pairs for couples . Look at this counter . We have many pairs for couples . Look at this counter . ," This pair is Rolex , right ? " " This pair is Rolex , right ? "," You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product . " " You have a very good taste , this pair is the latest product . ", What function does this watch have ? What function does this watch have ? ," Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun . " " Both of them are luminous with a time reminder function . They don't need battery , because they can absorb energy from the sun . ", Sounds good . Sounds good . ," In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof . " " In addition , they are waterproof and shockproof . ", How long is the guarantee ? How long is the guarantee ? , We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty . We guarantee the quality of the product for 12 months . We also provide a worldwide warranty . , How much does the pair cost ? How much does the pair cost ? ," 2,200 $ . " " 2,200 $ . ", It is a bit expensive . But it is worth buying one's favorite . I will take them . "Mary , come here . I've found the book our teacher recommended us to buy last week . "," Really ? How much is it ? Oh , it's 42 yuan ! How expensive ! " " Really ? How much is it ? Oh , it's 42 yuan ! How expensive ! "," You know , it is the best seller for this year . It has had its fifth impression since its publication early this year . " " You know , it is the best seller for this year . It has had its fifth impression since its publication early this year . ", How come ? I have never seen such a popular book before . How come ? I have never seen such a popular book before . , Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper . Wait a minute . I found there were two printings . The paperback books must be much cheaper . , You are right . Let's buy the cheaper one . "Mom , I've got something to tell you . "," So , please ! " " So , please ! ", Aunt Jane buys a new bike for Tom . He is putting on grand airs . Aunt Jane buys a new bike for Tom . He is putting on grand airs . , I bought you a new one last year . Isn't it handsome ? I bought you a new one last year . Isn't it handsome ? , It is great . But Tom's bike is so much better than mine . It is great . But Tom's bike is so much better than mine . ," Frankly , he is more well-behaved than you . " " Frankly , he is more well-behaved than you . ", Nothing of that sort ! Nothing of that sort ! , Why hasn't the bus come yet ? Every morning we have to wait for so long . Why hasn't the bus come yet ? Every morning we have to wait for so long . ," Mom , it's OK . I will buy a big car one day . It is faster than the bus . " " Mom , it's OK . I will buy a big car one day . It is faster than the bus . ", Really ? I am looking forward to that . What about the traffic ? Really ? I am looking forward to that . What about the traffic ? , Let me see.Yes . I will buy a plane for you . There is no traffic up there . It is quite important to be a good listener in the interview . , Listening carefully can show you understand and respect the speaker . Listening carefully can show you understand and respect the speaker . , It can show your good attainment as well . It can show your good attainment as well . ," Besides , you can pick up some helpful information from the talk . " " Besides , you can pick up some helpful information from the talk . "," First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile . " " First of all , you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile . "," To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time . " " To show that you have understood what is said , you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time . ", And your statement should be clear and brief to the point . And your statement should be clear and brief to the point . , Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic . Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic . ," Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer . " " Sure , in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer . "," Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic . " " Additionally , don't show any impatience to a repeated topic . ", Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk . Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk . ," In a word , any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening . " The National Day is coming . What are you going to do during the holiday ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , Why don't you go sightseeing ? Why don't you go sightseeing ? , It isn't a good time because there must be many tourists in the scenic spots . What about your plans ? It isn't a good time because there must be many tourists in the scenic spots . What about your plans ? , I intend to stay at home for the whole seven days and have a good rest . It seldom rains this summer . ," Yeah , some places are very short of water . " " Yeah , some places are very short of water . "," Because of pollution and other things , our environment has become worse and worse . " " Because of pollution and other things , our environment has become worse and worse . "," You see , This time I traveled to the West . When I looked out of the windows of the rain , all the lands that I could see are as dry as a bone . " " You see , This time I traveled to the West . When I looked out of the windows of the rain , all the lands that I could see are as dry as a bone . ", It is serious . Can I take your order ? , I'll take two value meals . I'll take two value meals . , What kind of drink do you want with those meals ? What kind of drink do you want with those meals ? ," One Coca Cola and the other a Sprite , please . " " One Coca Cola and the other a Sprite , please . ", You can super-size your meals for only three dollars extra . You can super-size your meals for only three dollars extra . ," Yes , I'd like that , then . " " Yes , I'd like that , then . "," How about anything for dessert , like an apple pie or ice cream ? " " How about anything for dessert , like an apple pie or ice cream ? "," No , thanks . That will be it . " Is there a bookstore near here ? ," Yes , it's straight ahead around the corner . " " Yes , it's straight ahead around the corner . ", Thank you very much . When will you be able to come here ? , I can't come until next week . I can't come until next week . ," Okay , I'll have everything prepared for you when you get here . " " Okay , I'll have everything prepared for you when you get here . "," Thanks , I'll see you around Wednesday then . " May I take your order ? ," Yes . I'd like a hamburger and a large order of french fries , please . " " Yes . I'd like a hamburger and a large order of french fries , please . ", All right . And would you like a salad ? All right . And would you like a salad ? , Yes . I'll have a mixed green salad . Yes . I'll have a mixed green salad . ," OK . What kind of dressing would you like ? We have vinaigrette , Italian , and French . " " OK . What kind of dressing would you like ? We have vinaigrette , Italian , and French . "," Italian , please . " " Italian , please . ", And would you like anything to drink ? And would you like anything to drink ? ," Yes , I'd like a large soda , please . " Have you seen this ? , What ? What ? , They killed another hostage . They killed another hostage . ," Oh , how awful . What a terrible thing to do . " " Oh , how awful . What a terrible thing to do . ", I agree completely . I just don't understand what's wrong with them . Don't they have any humanity ? I agree completely . I just don't understand what's wrong with them . Don't they have any humanity ? ," Well , maybe they've got a point . I mean , I suspect that they think the same about us . " " Well , maybe they've got a point . I mean , I suspect that they think the same about us . "," Yes , but that doesn't make them right , does it ? Just because they think so ? " " Yes , but that doesn't make them right , does it ? Just because they think so ? "," I guess not . My view is that we should give in to their demands , so that innocent people can stop getting killed . " " I guess not . My view is that we should give in to their demands , so that innocent people can stop getting killed . "," Come on , you can't be serious ! We should never give in to terrorist's demands , otherwise where would we be ? " " Come on , you can't be serious ! We should never give in to terrorist's demands , otherwise where would we be ? "," Well , that's probably true , but I don't think we should be dogmatic about it . A colleague of mine was kidnapped once , so perhaps I have a different view of things . " " Well , that's probably true , but I don't think we should be dogmatic about it . A colleague of mine was kidnapped once , so perhaps I have a different view of things . ", Really ? What happened ? Really ? What happened ? ," Well , it was in the Balkans during the war . He was only held for three days , and then they simply released him . It was a case of mistaken identity , and they just let him go when they found out he was no use to them . It was lucky they didn't kill him . " " Well , it was in the Balkans during the war . He was only held for three days , and then they simply released him . It was a case of mistaken identity , and they just let him go when they found out he was no use to them . It was lucky they didn't kill him . "," Oh , sure . " "Hi , I want to check out . ", Okay . Come with me . Okay . Come with me . , Can I pay by a credit card ? Can I pay by a credit card ? ," Sorry , you can only pay cash . " " Sorry , you can only pay cash . ", OK . Here is the money . OK . Here is the money . , Here's your change . Here's your change . , Would you wrap it for me ? Would you wrap it for me ? ," Of course , I'll get right on it . " "Uncle Ben , how did the Forbidden City get this name ? "," Well , in the feudal society , emperors had supreme power , so his residence was certainly a forbidden palace . " " Well , in the feudal society , emperors had supreme power , so his residence was certainly a forbidden palace . ", His residence ? You mean the whole palace ? His residence ? You mean the whole palace ? ," Yes . The Forbidden City is divided into two parts . The southern section , or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation , and the northern part , or the Inner Court was for his royal family . " " Yes . The Forbidden City is divided into two parts . The southern section , or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation , and the northern part , or the Inner Court was for his royal family . "," Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious . " " Oh , unbelievable . This was too luxurious . ", Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor . Even the whole country belonged to him . That's why he is called the emperor . ," OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic . " " OK , then . I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them . It's really artistic . "," Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living . " " Yeah , the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture , not only scientific but also suitable for living . "," I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ? " " I agree . It's definitely a product of wisdom . Well , why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings ? ", Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power . Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power . , Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ? Why are there so many yellow things ? Is yellow the lucky color in China ? ," Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family . " " Oh , no . In fact , yellow is the symbol of the royal family . "," Just like the pattern dragon , right ? " " Just like the pattern dragon , right ? ", Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen . Exactly . Here is the Nine-dragon Screen . ," Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here . " " Oh , it's really fabulous . I wanna take a picture here . "," Sure , this will be a really good picture . " My wife is really a chatter box . It ’ s so boring . , I have an idea . I have an idea . , What is it ? What is it ? , You just turn a deaf ear when she talks . "What was the party like last night , Jean ? "," Not bad at all , thanks . There were one or two interesting people there.Why couldn't you come ? " " Not bad at all , thanks . There were one or two interesting people there.Why couldn't you come ? "," Well , I couldn't get away from work early . And when . I got home I had a headache , so I had to go straight to bed . But I was over-tired , because I wasn't able to get to sleep for hours . " " Well , I couldn't get away from work early . And when . I got home I had a headache , so I had to go straight to bed . But I was over-tired , because I wasn't able to get to sleep for hours . ", What a shame . Why didn't you take a sleeping pill ? What a shame . Why didn't you take a sleeping pill ? ," I don't like them . I used to take them when I had to work overtime , you know . " " I don't like them . I used to take them when I had to work overtime , you know . ", How many did you use to take ? How many did you use to take ? , Three every night . Three every night . , Good heavens . Why did you take so many ? Good heavens . Why did you take so many ? ," Because I was under a terrible strain . The doctor saidthey weren't very strong . Anyway , I used to feel awful the next morning . " " Because I was under a terrible strain . The doctor saidthey weren't very strong . Anyway , I used to feel awful the next morning . ", I'm sure you did . I'm sure you did . , The doctor said I had to be careful . The doctor said I had to be careful . , He was quite right . He was quite right . , So I stopped drinking coffee late at night instead . "Are you free this evening , Li ? ", I ’ m afraid I ’ m busy tonight . I ’ m having dinner with friends . I ’ m afraid I ’ m busy tonight . I ’ m having dinner with friends . , What a pity . I wanted to go for a drink with you . What a pity . I wanted to go for a drink with you . , What about tomorrow ? Are you doing anything tomorrow ? What about tomorrow ? Are you doing anything tomorrow ? ," No , I haven ’ t got any plans . " " No , I haven ’ t got any plans . ", Shall we go out tomorrow then ? Shall we go out tomorrow then ? , Why not ? Sounds good to me . "Lisa , I am told you did very well in your exam . ", I was the only one who got a strait A in my class . I was the only one who got a strait A in my class . , Congratulations on your success . Congratulations on your success . , Thank you . "Hello , Wendy speaking . "," Hi , Wendy . I ’ m Gerry . " " Hi , Wendy . I ’ m Gerry . "," Hi , Gerry . How can I help you ? " " Hi , Gerry . How can I help you ? ", Is Marisa in ? Is Marisa in ? , Yes . But she is very busy right now . Can you call her later ? Yes . But she is very busy right now . Can you call her later ? , All right . I ’ ll call her later . All right . I ’ ll call her later . ," Thanks , bye bye . " " Thanks , bye bye . ", Bye . What places does the tour include ? ," You will visit the Hyde Park , Poet's Corner , Tower of London , Fleet Street and Tower Bridge . " " You will visit the Hyde Park , Poet's Corner , Tower of London , Fleet Street and Tower Bridge . ", So many places I have been looking forward to . We will take part in the group . So many places I have been looking forward to . We will take part in the group . , I think you will enjoy your journey . "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I am checking out . " " Yes , I am checking out . "," Can I have your key and room number , PLS ? " " Can I have your key and room number , PLS ? ", Room 1419 . Here is my key . Room 1419 . Here is my key . ," Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ? " " Here is your bill , sir . Could you PLS check it ? ", It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card . It's all right . Pls charge it to my credit card . ," Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again . " " Here you are , sir . You are all set . I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town , you will stay with us again . ", I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch . I will . Where can I leave my luggage ? I really want to leave after lunch . ," The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him . " " The bell captain will put it in storage room . When you are ready to leave , you can claim your luggage from him . ", Thanks very much and goodbye ! Shouldn't you already be in bed ? , I can't sleep . I'm really not all that tired . I can't sleep . I'm really not all that tired . ," You need to get some rest , as you have to get up early in the morning . " " You need to get some rest , as you have to get up early in the morning . ", It's impossible for me to get to sleep right now . It's impossible for me to get to sleep right now . ," Just close your eyes , and try not to think . " " Just close your eyes , and try not to think . ", That really does not work for me . That really does not work for me . ," It doesn't matter , you need to get some sleep . " " It doesn't matter , you need to get some sleep . "," How about I tire myself out , and then fall asleep when I'm tired ? " " How about I tire myself out , and then fall asleep when I'm tired ? ", Then you're not going to go to sleep . Then you're not going to go to sleep . ," Don't worry , I'll make sure and get to sleep in a little while . " " Don't worry , I'll make sure and get to sleep in a little while . "," I want you in bed , right now , so sweet dreams . " " I want you in bed , right now , so sweet dreams . ", Fine . Sleep well yourself . Thank you for seeing me . Did you look over my letter and resume ? , Yes . Quite good . Perhaps you're very interested in the social benefits . Yes . Quite good . Perhaps you're very interested in the social benefits . ," Yes , I think it is possible more important than the salary . " " Yes , I think it is possible more important than the salary . "," Really ? We would like to start you off at 2,000 yuan a month , excluding bonus and overtime pay . " " Really ? We would like to start you off at 2,000 yuan a month , excluding bonus and overtime pay . "," Good , about the essential living conditions ? " " Good , about the essential living conditions ? "," Well , we'll supply you with an apartment of a bedroom and a living room . " " Well , we'll supply you with an apartment of a bedroom and a living room . ", I see . I'm a female . Are there any special benefits for me ? I see . I'm a female . Are there any special benefits for me ? ," Yes , in our company , the women have a two-week vacation a year , besides this , if you are a married woman , maternity leave for some months is permitted . " " Yes , in our company , the women have a two-week vacation a year , besides this , if you are a married woman , maternity leave for some months is permitted . ", I think it is very necessary for us . I wonder whether I am on holiday with payment every year . I think it is very necessary for us . I wonder whether I am on holiday with payment every year . ," Yes , you have a paid month holiday every year . " " Yes , you have a paid month holiday every year . ", Right . How about the unemployment compensation and the retirement pension ? Right . How about the unemployment compensation and the retirement pension ? ," Well , we are only responsible for the retirement pension . About the unemployment compensation , this will be given by the government . " " Well , we are only responsible for the retirement pension . About the unemployment compensation , this will be given by the government . "," Yes , I see . " "Good day , what can I do for you ? ", Could you fill me in on the details for buying foreign currency ? Could you fill me in on the details for buying foreign currency ? , Of course . Where are you planning to travel to ? Of course . Where are you planning to travel to ? ," Kula Lumpur , in Malaysia . " " Kula Lumpur , in Malaysia . "," That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent . " " That's fine . If you are travelling outside of Mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao we need to follow the SAFE rules . This means that you can exchange 2,000 USD or equivalent . ", That sounds fine . I'll bring in my passport and everything tomorrow . Thanks . Do you have the day off today ? How come you're not at work now ? ," I don't have the day off . Our labor union is staging a nationwide strike today , all of the workers in our department are supporting the labor union by participating and not going in to work this week . " " I don't have the day off . Our labor union is staging a nationwide strike today , all of the workers in our department are supporting the labor union by participating and not going in to work this week . ", Are you serious ? Why would they have to go to such extreme measures like a strike ? Doesn't your company have a pretty good corporate image ? I'll bet the folks at headquarters are going nuts over something as serious as a strike ... Are you serious ? Why would they have to go to such extreme measures like a strike ? Doesn't your company have a pretty good corporate image ? I'll bet the folks at headquarters are going nuts over something as serious as a strike ... ," It happens quite often , actually.Whenever there arises a dispute between the union and the executive group , the first thing they do is to call a strike . Usually it only lasts a day or two before both sides can come to an agreement and we start work again . Anyhow , it's a nice , unanticipated holiday ... " "Mon and I got in another fight , Boris . "," oh , Iris ! what was it about this time ? " " oh , Iris ! what was it about this time ? ", it was over food . I simply wanted some fried chicken but she said no . it was over food . I simply wanted some fried chicken but she said no . , I believe she was right . You must know that fried foods contain a lot of fat . I believe she was right . You must know that fried foods contain a lot of fat . ," oh , she keeps saying that . She never allows me to have them . " " oh , she keeps saying that . She never allows me to have them . ", I think you'd better take her advice since health is the greatest wealth . I think you'd better take her advice since health is the greatest wealth . ," But , Boris , i am not a baby any more . " " But , Boris , i am not a baby any more . "," well , that's true . " " well , that's true . ", how about your mother ? how about your mother ? , she also believes in healthy diet . And she requires us to have regular meals . she also believes in healthy diet . And she requires us to have regular meals . , poor you . It seems we are in the same boat . poor you . It seems we are in the same boat . ," Oh , i am grateful for my mother on this point . her idea of healthy eating helps me a lot keeping fit . " " Oh , i am grateful for my mother on this point . her idea of healthy eating helps me a lot keeping fit . ", really ? so you don't have fried food at all . really ? so you don't have fried food at all . , not really . I may have some occasionally for a chance . But I don't indulge myself too much . not really . I may have some occasionally for a chance . But I don't indulge myself too much . , how do you manage it ? how do you manage it ? ," it's pretty simple , Iris . Just keep it in mind that you're what you eat . " Have you found a new job yet ? ," No , not yet . I ’ m still looking . I ’ Ve been doing some work through a temp-agency though . " " No , not yet . I ’ m still looking . I ’ Ve been doing some work through a temp-agency though . ", What kind of work ? What kind of work ? , I ’ m temping at a pharmaceutical company . I ’ m temping at a pharmaceutical company . , What do you do there ? What do you do there ? , Mostly office work - filing and so on . Mostly office work - filing and so on . , How long is the assignment ? How long is the assignment ? , Till the end of the month . "Hello , my name's David Wong . I've ordered a sofa from you last Wednesday . I wonder when it will be delivered today . ", Let me check ... what's your voucher number ? Let me check ... what's your voucher number ? , It's 45132 . It's 45132 . ," Wait a minute , please---Mr . Wong , I'm terribly sorry . Our delivery truck had an accident today . I'm afraid your sofa won't be delivered until tomorrow . " Houston restaurant . Is there anything I can do for you ? , Yes . When do you start severing dinner ? Yes . When do you start severing dinner ? , We open at 6:00 and take last orders at 10 :: 30 . We open at 6:00 and take last orders at 10 :: 30 . ," Well , that's fine . So I don't think it necessary for us to make a reservation . We will be there at 9:30 . " " Well , that's fine . So I don't think it necessary for us to make a reservation . We will be there at 9:30 . "," Yes , sir . We are looking forward to your coming . " They got a divorce at last . ," It's inevitable . Their love wasbuilt on the sand , and this is why their marriage has landed on the rocks . " " It's inevitable . Their love wasbuilt on the sand , and this is why their marriage has landed on the rocks . ", You said it . Love but on the sand will soon be on the rocks . You said it . Love but on the sand will soon be on the rocks . , That give us a good lesson . Do you feel all right ? You look Pale . , All my joints seem to hurt and I have a terrible headache . All my joints seem to hurt and I have a terrible headache . , Have you taken your temperature ? Have you taken your temperature ? ," No , not yet , but I do feel a little feverish . " " No , not yet , but I do feel a little feverish . ", How long have you been feeling this way ? How long have you been feeling this way ? , Only since this morning . Only since this morning . ," Oh , probably you've been working too hard . " " Oh , probably you've been working too hard . ", Maybe you are right . I'm searching for an old music box . , You came to the right place . Any particular decade ? You came to the right place . Any particular decade ? ," If you had a box made in the ' 20s , that would be nice . " " If you had a box made in the ' 20s , that would be nice . "," We just got one in yesterday , so now we have six . " " We just got one in yesterday , so now we have six . ", Would any of them have dancing figures ? Would any of them have dancing figures ? ," Yes , we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures . " " Yes , we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures . "," Oh , they're both so beautiful . Let me have this one , I think . " " Oh , they're both so beautiful . Let me have this one , I think . "," That one truly is a beautiful piece of work , isn't it ? " " That one truly is a beautiful piece of work , isn't it ? ", One last question One last question ," Oh , no . Everything we sell here is ‘ as is . ' " " Oh , no . Everything we sell here is ‘ as is . ' ", I guess I was asking for too much . I guess I was asking for too much . ," If it breaks down , maybe you can find a repairman on the Internet . " What was the biggest turing point in your life ? , I usee I would say that would be moving out of my parents ’ house for the first time . I usee I would say that would be moving out of my parents ’ house for the first time . , Really ? Why is that ? Really ? Why is that ? ," Till I moved out of my parents ’ home , I became a lot more independent . " " Till I moved out of my parents ’ home , I became a lot more independent . ", What would you say was the lowest point in your life ? What would you say was the lowest point in your life ? , That would definitely be getting a divorce . That would definitely be getting a divorce . , What went wrong ? What went wrong ? , We just weren't right for each other . We just weren't right for each other . , How long were you married ? How long were you married ? , The marriage only lasted about a year . The marriage only lasted about a year . , Have you remarried since then ? Have you remarried since then ? ," Yes , I got married to a man that I met shortly after I divorced my first husband . " " Yes , I got married to a man that I met shortly after I divorced my first husband . ", Do you think you'll ever get a divorce again ? Do you think you'll ever get a divorce again ? ," Oh I hope not , my first marriage was a mistake , but this one isn ’ t . " " Oh I hope not , my first marriage was a mistake , but this one isn ’ t . ", How long have you been married ? How long have you been married ? , About 15 years now . About 15 years now . , Do you think you'll still love him when he is old and gray ? Do you think you'll still love him when he is old and gray ? ," I think so , hopefully we ’ ll have a long and a happy life together . " " I think so , hopefully we ’ ll have a long and a happy life together . ", I ’ m sure you will . "Hi , I'm out of here . Here's my key . "," Give me just a few seconds , sir , and I'll hand you your receipt . Here you are . " " Give me just a few seconds , sir , and I'll hand you your receipt . Here you are . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," I hope you enjoyed your stay , sir . " " I hope you enjoyed your stay , sir . "," I only had nine little problems here . Other than that , I enjoyed my stay , and I loved the city . " " I only had nine little problems here . Other than that , I enjoyed my stay , and I loved the city . "," I apologize again for the cockroaches , sir . I hope you have a nice trip home . " do you like animals ? ," yes , doesn't everyone ? " " yes , doesn't everyone ? ", what's your favorite animal ? what's your favorite animal ? ," it's hard to say . While dogs are more affectionate , cats are much easier to take care of . " " it's hard to say . While dogs are more affectionate , cats are much easier to take care of . ", have you ever had a dog ? have you ever had a dog ? ," when I was little , we had a few domestic dogs at home . " " when I was little , we had a few domestic dogs at home . ", they always say that dogs are a man's best friends . do you think that's true ? they always say that dogs are a man's best friends . do you think that's true ? ," definitely . rich or poor , dogs always love their masters . " " definitely . rich or poor , dogs always love their masters . ", how about cats ? Have you ever had one for a pet ? how about cats ? Have you ever had one for a pet ? ," i had one a few months ago , but she ended up running away . " " i had one a few months ago , but she ended up running away . ", how did that happen ? how did that happen ? , she left through a window that was open one night and never returned . she left through a window that was open one night and never returned . , you must have been devastated ! you must have been devastated ! , i was pretty sad . i still hope that she'll return some day ! i was pretty sad . i still hope that she'll return some day ! , I hope she does . Do you think you'll ever get another pet ? I hope she does . Do you think you'll ever get another pet ? , I think I will . It's difficult to feel longly when you have a pet around . I think I will . It's difficult to feel longly when you have a pet around . , i hope your cat finds its way back home . i hope your cat finds its way back home . ," i do , too . " "Good afternoon . This is Michelle Li speaking , calling on behalf of IBA . Is Mr Meng available at all ? "," This is Mr Meng speaking , Michelle . " " This is Mr Meng speaking , Michelle . "," Oh , hello ! Sorry about that . I'm just calling to say that we've received your new Corporate Credit Card from HQ . " " Oh , hello ! Sorry about that . I'm just calling to say that we've received your new Corporate Credit Card from HQ . ", That was quick ! I wasn't expecting it until later this week . That was quick ! I wasn't expecting it until later this week . ," Yes , our application procedures have speeded up since we started using the new fast-track system . " " Yes , our application procedures have speeded up since we started using the new fast-track system . ", Shall I come in and collect it ? Shall I come in and collect it ? ," Or we can send it to you . But if you would like to use it at the ATM , you'll need to wait for your PIN number . " " Or we can send it to you . But if you would like to use it at the ATM , you'll need to wait for your PIN number . "," Mmmm ... if I come in and collect it this afternoon , is there any way I could use it today ? Petty cash is getting low , so I need to draw some money . " " Mmmm ... if I come in and collect it this afternoon , is there any way I could use it today ? Petty cash is getting low , so I need to draw some money . "," As long as you bring your ID , etc , we can serve you over the counter . But you won't be able to use the ATM until your new PIN number arrives . " " As long as you bring your ID , etc , we can serve you over the counter . But you won't be able to use the ATM until your new PIN number arrives . "," I see . Yes , that's fine . I'll be there at around 2:30 pm . See you later , and thanks . " Hello . I would like to make a reservation at 8: 00 . ," OK , sir . How many are coming ? " " OK , sir . How many are coming ? "," 4 . By the way , what's your dress code ? " " 4 . By the way , what's your dress code ? ", We require a jacket and tie . We require a jacket and tie . , I see . Thank you . Can I be of any service to you ? , I've been told that Chinese arts and crafts are famous for their excellent workmanship . We'd like to take some home . What would you recommend ? I've been told that Chinese arts and crafts are famous for their excellent workmanship . We'd like to take some home . What would you recommend ? ," There are over a thousands kinds of articles in our shop.For example , there is tricolored pottery originating in the Tang Dynasty , embroidery , batik , jade carving , just to name a few.Do you have anything in mind ? " " There are over a thousands kinds of articles in our shop.For example , there is tricolored pottery originating in the Tang Dynasty , embroidery , batik , jade carving , just to name a few.Do you have anything in mind ? "," No , not really.But I think it should be something distinctively Chinese . And easy to carry . " " No , not really.But I think it should be something distinctively Chinese . And easy to carry . "," I would suggest you buy paper-cuts , embroidery and batik.They are very easy to carry . " " I would suggest you buy paper-cuts , embroidery and batik.They are very easy to carry . "," So , we'd like to see some embroidery . " "Dan , Dan , dude . You have to come over to my house right now ! ", Is everything OK ? Is everything OK ? , Just get over here ! Come in ! Quickly ! Just get over here ! Come in ! Quickly ! ," So , since when is your house a bank ? " " So , since when is your house a bank ? ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I mean , what ’ s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows . " " I mean , what ’ s up with the locks and iron bars on your windows . "," Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window . " " Security , Dan , security ! You can never be too safe you know ! A lot of sickos out there . Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed ! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window . ", What ’ s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ? What ’ s the matter with you ? Why are you acting all paranoid ? ," Paranoid ? I ’ m not paranoid ! I ’ m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis . " " Paranoid ? I ’ m not paranoid ! I ’ m cautious ! You see Dan , we have to be on guard at all time ! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you ! Telemarketers , solicitors , even your bank ! They have way too much information ! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis . "," OK , well , what did you want to see me about ? " " OK , well , what did you want to see me about ? ", You are being watched ! Be careful Dan ! Be careful ! I want to join in the bus tour . ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", Will the bus pick up the tourists from hotels ? Will the bus pick up the tourists from hotels ? , Of course . You don't have to come here and we will drop you off at your hotel . Of course . You don't have to come here and we will drop you off at your hotel . ," Woo , that's quite convenient . " "Nice to meet you , sir . I come from New Times Clothes Company . We learnt that your exhibits on the Trade Fair in Shanghai this month were marvelous . Would you please quote the price ? "," Before we discuss the price , may I ask you what kind of exhibits you are interested in ? " " Before we discuss the price , may I ask you what kind of exhibits you are interested in ? ", Your summer clothes for white-collar and men's jackets . Your summer clothes for white-collar and men's jackets . , Can you give us a rough idea of the quantity you require ? It is generally known that the price varies according to the quantity . Can you give us a rough idea of the quantity you require ? It is generally known that the price varies according to the quantity . ," That is to say , 10000 sets for the one of white-collar and 5000 for men's jackets . " " That is to say , 10000 sets for the one of white-collar and 5000 for men's jackets . "," In that case , our offer for the white-collar series is US $ 200 , and the other is US $ 300 per set . " " In that case , our offer for the white-collar series is US $ 200 , and the other is US $ 300 per set . ", Do you quote CIF or FOB ? Do you quote CIF or FOB ? , We usually quote on a CIF basis and a commission of five percent for you . You will find our price is most competitive . We usually quote on a CIF basis and a commission of five percent for you . You will find our price is most competitive . , What are your terms of payment ? What are your terms of payment ? , Letter of credit at sight . Letter of credit at sight . , Another question . Could you tell me the earliest possible time of shipment ? Another question . Could you tell me the earliest possible time of shipment ? , Within a month after your letter of credit reaches us . Within a month after your letter of credit reaches us . ," Well , I got all the point . All the decision will be made since I get the approval from my supervisor . " " Well , I got all the point . All the decision will be made since I get the approval from my supervisor . "," OK ! I expect you to accept our general terms and conditions of trade . We believe that through our cooperation , large transactions will be brought to speedy conclusion . " "Mary , would you like to get something to eat with me ? ", OK . When ? OK . When ? , At 10 o'clock . At 10 o'clock . , 10 in the morning ? 10 in the morning ? ," No , at night . " " No , at night . "," Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM . " " Sorry , that's too late . I usually go to bed around 10:00 PM . "," OK , how about 1:30 PM ? " " OK , how about 1:30 PM ? "," No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then . " " No , that's too early . I'll still be at work then . ", How about 5:00 PM ? How about 5:00 PM ? , That's fine . That's fine . ," OK , see you then . " " OK , see you then . ", Alright . Bye . "Excuse me , I need to get to Cambridge today . ", Would you like to go by train or by bus ? Would you like to go by train or by bus ? ," I am not sure , which one is better ? " " I am not sure , which one is better ? ", The bus is cheaper but also slower . It will take about two-and-a-half hours . The bus is cheaper but also slower . It will take about two-and-a-half hours . , And how long does the train take ? And how long does the train take ? ," If you take the fast train , it will take about 50 minutes . " " If you take the fast train , it will take about 50 minutes . ", Where do I catch the train ? Where do I catch the train ? , The trains for Cambridge leave from King's Cross Station . They run approximately every half hour . Most trains to Cambridge go from Platform 9 . The trains for Cambridge leave from King's Cross Station . They run approximately every half hour . Most trains to Cambridge go from Platform 9 . , How do I get to King's Cross ? How do I get to King's Cross ? , The best way is to take an underground tube train directly to King's Cross . The Underground station is just round the corner from here . The best way is to take an underground tube train directly to King's Cross . The Underground station is just round the corner from here . , Can you show me on the map ? Can you show me on the map ? , It is very easy . Just turn right when you leave and then turn right again at the first crossroads . The entrance to the Underground station is about 50 meters further on . It is very easy . Just turn right when you leave and then turn right again at the first crossroads . The entrance to the Underground station is about 50 meters further on . , Thank you very much . What a beautiful day ! , It is really gorgeous out today . I remembered the weatherman said it is supposed to rain . It is really gorgeous out today . I remembered the weatherman said it is supposed to rain . , I heard that it's supposed to get up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit today . I heard that it's supposed to get up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit today . ," Really ? That's unusual for October , isn't it ? " " Really ? That's unusual for October , isn't it ? "," Well , you could never tell about the weather here in New York . " " Well , you could never tell about the weather here in New York . "," Yes , that's true . Still , it's hard to believe . Yesterday our high was only 50 degrees Fahrenheit . " Did you vote yesterday ? , I sure did ! I sure did ! , What candidate did you vote for ? What candidate did you vote for ? , I voted for Obama . I voted for Obama . , I ’ m shocked he actually won . I ’ m shocked he actually won . , I knew he would win . I knew he would win . , How ’ d you know ? How ’ d you know ? , He was the best candidate this year . He was the best candidate this year . , What about him being black ? What about him being black ? , I guess America is finally maturing . I guess America is finally maturing . , I think you have a point . "Is Mr . Thomas there , please ? "," Sorry , I can ’ t hear you . Could you please speak up a little ? " " Sorry , I can ’ t hear you . Could you please speak up a little ? "," I said , is Mr . Thomas there ? " " I said , is Mr . Thomas there ? ", Pardon ? The line is bad . Don ’ t hang up please . I ’ ll have the call transferred to another line . Are you tired ? , Not really . Why aren't you doing your homework ? ," I'll do it later , Dad . I must prepare the concert on Saturday . " " I'll do it later , Dad . I must prepare the concert on Saturday . "," Oh , is it ? You'll be making records next , will you ? " " Oh , is it ? You'll be making records next , will you ? ", We hope so . We hope so . , You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday . You'd better get on with your homework ! You can practice on Sunday . , Oh dad . You don't understand at all . Oh dad . You don't understand at all . , I certainly could . You'll get exams next month . I certainly could . You'll get exams next month . , I don't need it to play the guitar . I don't need it to play the guitar . ," Oh , don't you ? God save me ! " " Oh , don't you ? God save me ! ", I'm sorry . "Steve , you look pale . What happened ? ", I didn't sleep a wink last night . I didn't sleep a wink last night . , Did you have something on your mind ? You look so concerned . Maybe I can help you . Did you have something on your mind ? You look so concerned . Maybe I can help you . ," Well , I am under a lot of pressure . My boss is very pushy . He assigned me three projects . Now the deadlines are near , and I still have not finished all of my projects . " " Well , I am under a lot of pressure . My boss is very pushy . He assigned me three projects . Now the deadlines are near , and I still have not finished all of my projects . ", Is there anything I can do to help you ? Is there anything I can do to help you ? ," Well , I guess no one can help me but myself . For the moment , I just need someone to talk to , so that I can relieve my stress . " "Mom , can you talk about the philosophy of life with me ? ", You got me on that one . "Who's singing in your home , Jim ? ", It's Ellie and her friends . It's Ellie and her friends . , Who's Ellie ? Who's Ellie ? ," She's my little niece.It ' s her birthday.They ' re singing "" Happy Birthday "" . " " She's my little niece.It ' s her birthday.They ' re singing "" Happy Birthday "" . "," Oh , I see.how old is she ? " " Oh , I see.how old is she ? ", She's ten . She's ten . , I suppose they're playing games . I suppose they're playing games . ," Oh , yes.Ellie was playing games all day yesterday.By the way , Alice , when's your birthday ? " " Oh , yes.Ellie was playing games all day yesterday.By the way , Alice , when's your birthday ? ", Today . Today . , Today ? Today ? , Yes . Yes . ," Well , imagine that ! How old are you ? " " Well , imagine that ! How old are you ? ", Eighteen.Some friends are having a birthday party for me tonight.Do you want to come ? Eighteen.Some friends are having a birthday party for me tonight.Do you want to come ? , Very much.What time ? Very much.What time ? , About 6 . About 6 . , I'll be at your house at about five thirty.Happy birthday . You look upset.What ' s wrong ? , Nothing . It's just one of those days . Everyone at the office is sick and I'm getting blamed for work not being done . Nothing . It's just one of those days . Everyone at the office is sick and I'm getting blamed for work not being done . ," Maybe you need a vacation or something , or maybe a bonus . " " Maybe you need a vacation or something , or maybe a bonus . ", I'm sick of doing other people's job and getting blamed for not doing it right . I'm sick of doing other people's job and getting blamed for not doing it right . ," Why don't you talk to your boss about it ? If you talk to him , he will surely understand . " " Why don't you talk to your boss about it ? If you talk to him , he will surely understand . "," I wish he could understand . You know what , if this goes on , I think I will get stick like everybody else . " All the routine work really browns me off . ," Oh , come on.You ' Ve just started . " " Oh , come on.You ' Ve just started . ", I wish I hadn't chosen this job . How do you get road news ? , I've a driver mate in my car ! I've a driver mate in my car ! , So you have all the news on broadcast ? So you have all the news on broadcast ? ," Yes , it's so helpful . " "I would suggest roast beef , sir . "," All right , roast beef , please.And I'd like to start with soup . " " All right , roast beef , please.And I'd like to start with soup . ", We have clear and cream soup at your choice.Which one do you prefer ? We have clear and cream soup at your choice.Which one do you prefer ? ," Clear soup , please . " I need to buy a bus pass . , What kind of bus pass would you like to buy ? What kind of bus pass would you like to buy ? , What are the different kinds ? What are the different kinds ? ," You can get a day , weekly , monthly , or student pass . " " You can get a day , weekly , monthly , or student pass . "," Could I get a student pass , please ? " " Could I get a student pass , please ? "," Sure , can I see your student ID ? " " Sure , can I see your student ID ? "," Sure , here it is . " " Sure , here it is . ", Very good . Very good . , How much for the pass ? How much for the pass ? ," It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 . " " It's free , but the monthly sticker is $ 24 . "," Okay , I'll take it . " " Okay , I'll take it . ", Thank you for your purchase . Thank you for your purchase . , You are welcome . Is there a bus tour ? ," Yes , of course . We have day tour and night tour . Which one are you more interested in ? " " Yes , of course . We have day tour and night tour . Which one are you more interested in ? ", I'd prefer the night tour . I'd prefer the night tour . , You are smart . The city is really charming at night . Now please tell me something about your achievements in your work unit . , All right . In my first teaching position I received the Excellent Teaching award the past two years in succession . All right . In my first teaching position I received the Excellent Teaching award the past two years in succession . , Have you received any other honors ? Have you received any other honors ? , Yes . I was chosen as one of ' the Top Ten Prominent Youths of Beijing ' in 2002 . Yes . I was chosen as one of ' the Top Ten Prominent Youths of Beijing ' in 2002 . , Do you have anything published ? Do you have anything published ? , Yes . I have got two articles in English in The International Youth Writer's Collection . So what did you think about the movie ? ," Well , I think this Star Wars episode is an excellent piece of work , but not as good as the previous ones . " " Well , I think this Star Wars episode is an excellent piece of work , but not as good as the previous ones . ", Really ? I don't agree . This Star Wars episode was incredible ! Really ? I don't agree . This Star Wars episode was incredible ! , Why do you think so ? Why do you think so ? ," Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed . " " Well , one of the most spectacular things about this one was the special effects . State of the art special effects are the main reason for the success of previous episodes , so audiences have high expectations for this one , and I don't think they will be disappointed . "," You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures . " " You are right . The special effects were amazing . And I like the fact that they created so many fantastic settings and otherworldly costumes , weapons and creatures . ", It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie . It's kind of cool that they are still using the same Star Wars theme song for this movie . , Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes . Yeah ! It reminds me of the previous Star Wars scenes . , I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling . I know exactly what you mean . Hearing that song gives me a nostalgic feeling . ," I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong . " " I thought the overall plot of the movie was very interesting , but I don't think the character development was that strong . ", Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ? Do you think that they had anything to do with the casting of the movie ? ," No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ’ t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak . " " No , the casting is great and the actors were excellent . They just didn ’ t have a lot of funny or meaningful dialogues . The writing was also a little weak . "," Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role . " " Well , maybe . But I like the little kid who played Manakin Skywalker . I can't imagine anyone else playing that role . "," I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ’ re going to start making it and when it ’ s scheduled for release ? " " I liked him too . He is so cute ! You know , even though I was slightly disappointed , I can't wait for the next episode . I wonder when they ’ re going to start making it and when it ’ s scheduled for release ? "," I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one . " " I've no idea . But looking at the success of Star Wars episode , I've a strong feeling production for the next episode will be selling pretty soon . I hope It will be even better than this one . "," I hope so , too . " " I hope so , too . "," Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late . " " Well , I think we should go now . It's getting pretty late . "," Okay , let's go ! " How do I know what forms to fill out for unemployment ? , There is a special form to apply for unemployment benefits . There is a special form to apply for unemployment benefits . , How do I get the form to apply for unemployment benefits ? How do I get the form to apply for unemployment benefits ? , You can go online to begin the application process . You can go online to begin the application process . , What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ? What type of information will I have to provide to the Employment Development Office ? , You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when . You need to be able to say whom you worked for and when . , Will they need anything else from me ? Will they need anything else from me ? , You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance . You should be able to provide a layoff notice or proof of severance . , What should I do after I turn in the application ? What should I do after I turn in the application ? , You need to be interviewed over the phone . They will set up a time for you . Are you going abroad to study ? , I'll have to think about it . Hello . Excuse me . Do you know if there's a Commercial Bank around here ? ," Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right . " " Yes , go straight along Beijing Road and turn right . "," Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ? " " Straight on , and turn right . Is it far ? "," No , it's just a couple of minutes . " " No , it's just a couple of minutes . ", Thanks very much . Thanks very much . , You're welcome . I ran into a glass door yesterday . , What a bone head ! Be careful next time . I'm really happy that you came to visit me . , I really missed you a lot . I really missed you a lot . , I've been missing you like crazy . I've been missing you like crazy . , I don't understand why you haven't come to visit me . I don't understand why you haven't come to visit me . ," Lately , I've been quite busy . " " Lately , I've been quite busy . ", Tell me what you've been up to . Tell me what you've been up to . , I've really been working a lot lately . I've really been working a lot lately . , I've been pretty busy myself . I've been pretty busy myself . , So what have you been up to ? So what have you been up to ? , I've just been working a lot . I've just been working a lot . ," Whatever the reason may be , I'm glad you visited me . " " Whatever the reason may be , I'm glad you visited me . ", I'm glad I did too . Hello ! Tomorrow I'm going to need a wake-up call . , Not a problem . What time shall we call you ? Not a problem . What time shall we call you ? ," I always hit the snooze button , so give me two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . " " I always hit the snooze button , so give me two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . ", It'll be our pleasure . We'll call you at 7 and then at 7 fifteen . It'll be our pleasure . We'll call you at 7 and then at 7 fifteen . ," Oops , cancel that . Change the second call to 7 thirty will you , please ? " " Oops , cancel that . Change the second call to 7 thirty will you , please ? ", No sooner said than done . Can I help you with anything else ? No sooner said than done . Can I help you with anything else ? ," No , that's about it for now . Thanks . " " No , that's about it for now . Thanks . "," Okay , sir . Have a pleasant evening . " What games do you like ? , I like word games . I like word games . , How about a game of bridge ? How about a game of bridge ? , I don't like it at all . I don't like it at all . , What about guessing games ? What about guessing games ? , I'm not one for the games . I'm not one for the games . , Let's play other game . Let's play other game . , What about playing go ? What about playing go ? , OK . That man's really a bore to me . , Which one do you mean ? Which one do you mean ? , The man with his hair cropped . I ’ Ve lost my purse . ," Oh , dear . What was in it ? " " Oh , dear . What was in it ? ", All my money . All my money . , Well . Go to the police station and see if it ’ s there . "Fairly warm this morning , isn't it ? ", You're right.The air is so warm and everything looks so fresh and green . You're right.The air is so warm and everything looks so fresh and green . ," Say , how about a walk along the river ? " " Say , how about a walk along the river ? ", Marvelous idea ? I have lots of friends . , Really ? How many do you have ? Really ? How many do you have ? ," I don't know , maybe one hundred . " " I don't know , maybe one hundred . ", That is a lot of friends . Do you have a best friend ? That is a lot of friends . Do you have a best friend ? , Of course . I have lots of best friends . Of course . I have lots of best friends . , How many best friends do you have ? How many best friends do you have ? , I think about twenty-five . I think about twenty-five . , Hmm . I have only one best friend . Hmm . I have only one best friend . , I feel sorry for you . I feel sorry for you . , I have only a few friends . I have only a few friends . , You must be lonely . I will share my friends with you . You must be lonely . I will share my friends with you . , That's very nice of you . That's a very nice pair of glasses . , Does it really look OK ? Does it really look OK ? ," Yes , and I like the color too . It matches your eyes . " " Yes , and I like the color too . It matches your eyes . ", And I got it on sale . And I got it on sale . , That's incredible ! Merry Christmas ! , Huh ? Huh ? , I said Merry Christmas ! Don ’ t you know that Christmas is almost here ? I said Merry Christmas ! Don ’ t you know that Christmas is almost here ? ," It is ? Oh , that ’ s nice . " " It is ? Oh , that ’ s nice . ", Huh ? Didn ’ t you know ? Aren ’ t you excited ? Huh ? Didn ’ t you know ? Aren ’ t you excited ? ," Actually , I ’ d forgotten about it . " " Actually , I ’ d forgotten about it . ", Forgotten about it ? How could you ? Forgotten about it ? How could you ? ," Because I ’ m not Christian , I ’ m Jewish . " " Because I ’ m not Christian , I ’ m Jewish . "," Oh , I ’ m sorry . I didn ’ t know . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry . I didn ’ t know . ", It ’ s all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I ’ m Christian . It ’ s all right . There are so many Christians in America that everybody takes it for granted that I ’ m Christian . , I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ? I guess so . So what do you do around this time of year ? ," Well , I ’ ll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that ’ s not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I ’ ll just enjoy the holiday break . " " Well , I ’ ll celebrate Hanukah soon , but that ’ s not as important to us as Christmas is to you . Mainly I ’ ll just enjoy the holiday break . "," Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ? " " Well , would you be horribly offended if I invited you to a Christmas party at my house ? ", Not at all . A party is a party . I ’ ll be happy to come . "Mom , where are you going ? ", I am going to buy some food to cook for supper . I am going to buy some food to cook for supper . , Good . I wanna come with you . Good . I wanna come with you . , How strange ! Our little emperor now asks to help out with shopping . How strange ! Our little emperor now asks to help out with shopping . , We learnt about vegetables and meat at school . But I never see the real thing . We learnt about vegetables and meat at school . But I never see the real thing . ," Wow , that's something new . Let's go ! What's this , honey ? " " Wow , that's something new . Let's go ! What's this , honey ? "," Er , is it cabbage ? " " Er , is it cabbage ? "," Cabbage ? Is that what they teach at school now ? OK , honey , it's spinage . " " Cabbage ? Is that what they teach at school now ? OK , honey , it's spinage . "," Yeah , I know , this is Popeye's favorite food . " " Yeah , I know , this is Popeye's favorite food . ", There we go . There we go . ," Mom , come here . I know this , it is carrot , am I right ? " " Mom , come here . I know this , it is carrot , am I right ? "," Bingo ! It's dark outside , Let's hurry up . " I ’ d like to ask whether it is correct to partake in the firm ’ s insurance plan ? ," If you want my advice , you won ’ t invite yourself any risk . " " If you want my advice , you won ’ t invite yourself any risk . ", But people keep talking about the benefits from the plan . You must be new . ," As a matter of fact , I am . " " As a matter of fact , I am . ", Have you just started college ? Have you just started college ? , No . I transferred here from a different school . No . I transferred here from a different school . , What school ? What school ? , I transferred here from PCC . I transferred here from PCC . , Do you like it here ? Do you like it here ? , I really like it here so far . I really like it here so far . , Do you like it better here or at PCC ? Do you like it better here or at PCC ? , I like PCC better . I like PCC better . ," If that ’ s the case , then why did you leave ? " " If that ’ s the case , then why did you leave ? ", I graduated and I'am working towards my next degree . "Hello , Ken . "," Hello , George . " " Hello , George . ", Have you just been to the cinema ? Have you just been to the cinema ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . ", What ’ s on ? What ’ s on ? , Paris in the Spring . Paris in the Spring . ," Oh , I ’ Ve already seen it . I saw it on television last year . It ’ s an old film , but it ’ s very good . " " Oh , I ’ Ve already seen it . I saw it on television last year . It ’ s an old film , but it ’ s very good . "," Paris is a beautiful city . I have never been there . Have you ever been there , Ken ? " " Paris is a beautiful city . I have never been there . Have you ever been there , Ken ? "," Yes , I have . I was there in April . " " Yes , I have . I was there in April . "," Paris in the spring , eh ? " " Paris in the spring , eh ? "," It was spring , but the weather was awful . It rained all the time . " " It was spring , but the weather was awful . It rained all the time . ", Just like dear old London ! I'd like to book a ticket to Shanghai . , When would you like to fly ? When would you like to fly ? , As soon as possible . Do you have a flight tomorrow ? As soon as possible . Do you have a flight tomorrow ? ," I will check , please hold on . Sorry to say that flight is all booked up . Can I book you for the 3rd of September ? " " I will check , please hold on . Sorry to say that flight is all booked up . Can I book you for the 3rd of September ? ", That will be OK . That will be OK . , How many people are there in your party ? How many people are there in your party ? , Just me this time . Just me this time . , What class will you fly ? First class ? Business class ? Or economy class ? What class will you fly ? First class ? Business class ? Or economy class ? , Economy class will be fine . Economy class will be fine . , Round trip or one way trip ? Round trip or one way trip ? , I would like to book a one way trip ticket . I would like to book a one way trip ticket . ," How will you pay , cash or charge ? " " How will you pay , cash or charge ? ", I would like to pay by check . I would like to pay by check . ," I am sorry , we do not accept checks . " " I am sorry , we do not accept checks . ", I'll pay by charge card then . I'll pay by charge card then . , Great . What name shall I put the reservation under ? Great . What name shall I put the reservation under ? , Lucy Green . Lucy Green . ," You are booked , Ms . Green . " " You are booked , Ms . Green . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , It's a pleasure . How about this opera given by the famous musician ? , Fair to middling . A little hard to appreciate . I want to try my hand at the stocks . ," It is very hard , you know . " " It is very hard , you know . ", Don ’ t worry . I know there are no pennies from heaven . I will work hard . Don ’ t worry . I know there are no pennies from heaven . I will work hard . , Good luck ! Is there someone I can talk to about a payment question ? ," Yes , we can handle that here . How can I help you ? " " Yes , we can handle that here . How can I help you ? ", My paycheck that just arrived is less than last week ’ s check . My paycheck that just arrived is less than last week ’ s check . , Did you work at all during the last pay period ? Did you work at all during the last pay period ? ," Yes , actually , I did make a little bit of money . " " Yes , actually , I did make a little bit of money . ", Did you report it on your Continued Claim Form ? Did you report it on your Continued Claim Form ? ," Yes , I showed that income on the Continued Claim Form . " " Yes , I showed that income on the Continued Claim Form . "," Well , we deducted a portion of the income that you made from this week ’ s check . " " Well , we deducted a portion of the income that you made from this week ’ s check . ", Maybe I just shouldn ’ t show the income then . Maybe I just shouldn ’ t show the income then . ," That is cheating and , if you get caught , you will be fined and disqualified from collecting unemployment . " What's taking you so long ? , Don't worry . I'm almost finished . Don't worry . I'm almost finished . , I need you to hurry up . I need you to hurry up . , All right . I'm finished . All right . I'm finished . , I think there's more you need to do . I think there's more you need to do . , What do you mean by that ? What do you mean by that ? , My hair looks awful . My hair looks awful . , What don't you like about it ? What don't you like about it ? , I just don't like my hair . I just don't like my hair . , I'm sorry that you don't like it . I'm sorry that you don't like it . , I won't be paying you for this . I won't be paying you for this . , I'm sure we can work something out . What type do you have in your mind ? , A compact please . What's the daily rate for that car ? A compact please . What's the daily rate for that car ? , Thirty dollars a day . Thirty dollars a day . , Does the rate include the cost of gas ? Does the rate include the cost of gas ? ," No , you have to pay it by yourself . " "Hi , Fanny . "," Hi , Andy . " " Hi , Andy . ", Are you feeling OK ? You sound a little tired this morning . Are you feeling OK ? You sound a little tired this morning . , I did not sleep much last night . I really feel bad . It was a crazy night . I did not sleep much last night . I really feel bad . It was a crazy night . , What happened ? What happened ? ," I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood . " " I had a bad dream . I was walking alone in the graveyard , and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves . They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood . "," Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ? " " Oh , what a nightmare ! Then what happened ? ", My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help . My mother woke me up . She had heard me crying out for help . , You have got a great mother . You have got a great mother . ," I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk . " " I felt embarrased . After all , I am 18 years old . Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk . ", That sounds good ! That sounds good ! ," Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan . " " Yeah , but i was afraid to fall back asleep . I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan . "," Me too . But I tell myself that if they don ’ t accept me , another school will . " What type of people do you work with most effectively ? ," I tend to work well with people who are confident and straightforward.It ' s more difficult for me to be around timid people , because I move quickly and I am decisive . " " I tend to work well with people who are confident and straightforward.It ' s more difficult for me to be around timid people , because I move quickly and I am decisive . ", What things impress you in your colleagues ? What things impress you in your colleagues ? , I admire and work best with people who are of good character and integrity . I also think confidence and enthusiasm is positive in any business environment . I admire and work best with people who are of good character and integrity . I also think confidence and enthusiasm is positive in any business environment . , What are some of the things your supervisor did that you disliked ? What are some of the things your supervisor did that you disliked ? ," The only thing I really don't like is to get feedback in front of others . I want to hear good and bad feedback in private , so that I have time to think and react to the issue without other distractions . I believe that's the fair way to improve learning or to change future behavior . " " The only thing I really don't like is to get feedback in front of others . I want to hear good and bad feedback in private , so that I have time to think and react to the issue without other distractions . I believe that's the fair way to improve learning or to change future behavior . ", How do you organize and plan for major projects ? How do you organize and plan for major projects ? ," I love to brainstorm a best , worst , and most likely scenario.Then , I set a timetable that's realistic.What I usually find is that some combination of my schedule easily as these things unfold because I've already visualized what could happen and how I'd react . " " I love to brainstorm a best , worst , and most likely scenario.Then , I set a timetable that's realistic.What I usually find is that some combination of my schedule easily as these things unfold because I've already visualized what could happen and how I'd react . ", Describe an experience when you had to work under great pressure . Describe an experience when you had to work under great pressure . ," I had to complete an end of quarter report once while I was on the road for two consecutive weeks.The amount of telephoning back and forth was incredible , because I could't bring my office files with me.Luckily I had a great secretary and a logical filling system , so we located everything we needed . " " I had to complete an end of quarter report once while I was on the road for two consecutive weeks.The amount of telephoning back and forth was incredible , because I could't bring my office files with me.Luckily I had a great secretary and a logical filling system , so we located everything we needed . ", How do you manage your time in a typical day ? How do you manage your time in a typical day ? ," I've always given priority to work with established clients , because they offer a better risk / return value.The last thing I do is general correspondence , especially internal correspondence , which I take care of at the end of the day or week . " " I've always given priority to work with established clients , because they offer a better risk / return value.The last thing I do is general correspondence , especially internal correspondence , which I take care of at the end of the day or week . ", Describe a time when you acted on someone's suggestion . Describe a time when you acted on someone's suggestion . , I changed my open office hours because several of my employees found it difficult to visit me except in the early mornings . Excuse me ? Do you have anything for a carsickness ? ," Yes , but you look fine . " " Yes , but you look fine . "," Oh , it's for my brother . The little boy over there . He is getting a carsickness . " " Oh , it's for my brother . The little boy over there . He is getting a carsickness . ", Poor boy ! But don't worry . Here are two pills made in Germany . It's really effective . He will be just fine . Poor boy ! But don't worry . Here are two pills made in Germany . It's really effective . He will be just fine . , Thank you so much . Thank you so much . ," Take some with you next time , just in case . " " Take some with you next time , just in case . "," Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping . " " Sorry to interrupt , but my brother is still sleeping . ", You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ? You mean the boy who felt carsick just now ? , Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills . Yes . It's so strange that he slept all the time after taking the pills . ," Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine . " " Oh , sorry , maybe I gave you the wrong medicine . ", What ? What ? , It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects . It's just sleeping pills made in America which is also very good . But don't worry . It has no undesirable side-effects . , I see . What did the boss say ? , He asked me if I'd like to be a newspaper salesperson ? He asked me if I'd like to be a newspaper salesperson ? , You are still student so I don't think you should have time for that . You are still student so I don't think you should have time for that . ," Don't worry about that . He said I can do that at spare time . Anyway , it's just a part-time job . " " Don't worry about that . He said I can do that at spare time . Anyway , it's just a part-time job . "," Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ? " " Okay , then . What kind of newspaper he wants you to sell ? ", It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday . It's a weekly newspaper named Olympic English . So I need to be here only on Sunday . , Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers . Sounds interesting . Especially that we are Olympic Volunteers . ," That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences . " " That's exactly what I am thinking about , And also it's a good way to get social experiences . ", And a good way to get some pocket money . And a good way to get some pocket money . , Let's do it together . Let's do it together . , I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card . I'll say yes . Wait a minute . I need an IC card . ," For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ? " " For what ? You have a telephone at home , don't you ? "," Yes , but I don't want my Mom to tap my phone when I call Clive . " How do I submit an expense report ? , You need all your receipts for reimbursement . You need all your receipts for reimbursement . , You mean I have to attach the receipts with the expense report ? You mean I have to attach the receipts with the expense report ? ," Yes , here is the form for an expense report . Fill it out and give it to me . I ’ ll get it signed for you . " "Professor , do you have a few moments when I could meet with you ? ", I schedule my appointments from two to four on Saturday ; what works best for you ? I schedule my appointments from two to four on Saturday ; what works best for you ? , Three would be a good time . Three would be a good time . ," Great , do you need directions to my office ? " " Great , do you need directions to my office ? ", I'm not sure . I'm not sure . ," Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right . " " Well , just make sure to go through the double doors , and I'll be on the right . "," OK , I'll find it . " " OK , I'll find it . ", It's very easy to find . It's very easy to find . , See you then . See you then . , I will enjoy seeing you ; have a good week ! Good afternoon . Can I help you ? , Is Ms April Wang available at the moment ? Is Ms April Wang available at the moment ? ," I'm sorry , Sir . She's currently away at our sub-branch . Is there anything I can help you with ? " " I'm sorry , Sir . She's currently away at our sub-branch . Is there anything I can help you with ? "," I hope so . I'm in the process of applying for a credit card with you , and Ms Wang asked me to drop off these documents . " " I hope so . I'm in the process of applying for a credit card with you , and Ms Wang asked me to drop off these documents . "," Let me take a look ... ID , yes , form completed , yes , well , it looks in order , Sir . " " Let me take a look ... ID , yes , form completed , yes , well , it looks in order , Sir . ", Do you need anything else from me ? Do you need anything else from me ? , We do require a deposit before we can issue you with a personal credit card . We do require a deposit before we can issue you with a personal credit card . ," No problem . How much ? If I don't have enough on me , I'll pop over to the ATM and draw some . " " No problem . How much ? If I don't have enough on me , I'll pop over to the ATM and draw some . "," The minimum deposit is 1,500 RIB . But you will need to pay some small additional handling charges as well . " " The minimum deposit is 1,500 RIB . But you will need to pay some small additional handling charges as well . "," I think I can manage that . Let's see ... yes , here we are . " Should I ask Sara to the party ? , I would if I were you . Your prices seem a little high . , We could make it lower for you . What's your counter-offer ? We could make it lower for you . What's your counter-offer ? , We make a counter-offer to you of $ 150 per metric ton F . O . B . London . We make a counter-offer to you of $ 150 per metric ton F . O . B . London . ," If you order in large lots , we'll accept the price . " " If you order in large lots , we'll accept the price . ", OK . We will increase our order . OK . We will increase our order . ," All right , as a token of friendship , we accept your counter-offer . " " All right , as a token of friendship , we accept your counter-offer . ", I'm glad that we've settled the price . What kind of job do you intend to do ? , I want to do some management job since I have three-year's work history . I want to do some management job since I have three-year's work history . , What are your plans if you were hired ? What are your plans if you were hired ? , I would apply my specialty and experience to my job and gradually move up to the management level in this company . Taxi ! , Where would you like to go ? Where would you like to go ? , Please rush me to the railway station Please rush me to the railway station , Get in and close the door . Get in and close the door . , Can you speed up a bit ? Can you speed up a bit ? , Sorry . The road is too crowded . Sorry . The road is too crowded . , But I have no time to lose . But I have no time to lose . , But I can't help it . But I can't help it . , Can you drop me off here ? Can you drop me off here ? , Sorry . We mustn't stop here . "Can I help you , madam ? "," Yes , would you keep our bags until 6pm . " " Yes , would you keep our bags until 6pm . ", Are you all our guests ? Are you all our guests ? , Yes we checked on just now . Yes we checked on just now . , Please fill in this form . Please fill in this form . , Is this all right . Is this all right . ," So you're leaving this evening , we ’ ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag . " " So you're leaving this evening , we ’ ll keep your bags until 6pm , here is you tag . ", Thanks a lot . "Excuse me , I'd like to have these pants I bought here yesterday altered . Here's my receipt . "," Certainly , sir . What would you like done to them ? " " Certainly , sir . What would you like done to them ? "," They're a little bit too long , so I'd like about half an inch taken off them . " " They're a little bit too long , so I'd like about half an inch taken off them . "," All right , sir . They should be ready for you by tomorrow afternoon . " " All right , sir . They should be ready for you by tomorrow afternoon . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , It's our pleasure . John ? It ’ s Susan Miller . ," Hi , Susan . What ’ s up ? " " Hi , Susan . What ’ s up ? ", Do you know where that memo about office procedures is ? I want to give my secretary a copy . Do you know where that memo about office procedures is ? I want to give my secretary a copy . , I ’ m sorry . I have no idea . I haven ’ t seen that for ages . "Hi , dear , I've got your voice at last . "," Hi , darling , I am thinking it is the time of your calling . " " Hi , darling , I am thinking it is the time of your calling . ", Are you OK today ? Are you OK today ? , Quite good except thinking of you so much . Quite good except thinking of you so much . , So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind . So do I . You are a beautiful flower in my mind . ," It's called love is blind , I think . " "Hi , can I speak with the apartment manager , please ? "," Hello , this is the apartment manager speaking . " " Hello , this is the apartment manager speaking . ", I'm calling about the apartment for rent on Main Street . I'm calling about the apartment for rent on Main Street . , Would you be interested in seeing the apartment ? Would you be interested in seeing the apartment ? , I would love to see it . I would love to see it . , Are you free today at around 6 p . m . ? Are you free today at around 6 p . m . ? ," Yes , I will be able to make it then . " " Yes , I will be able to make it then . "," Well , I'll see you at 6 p . m . Do you know how to get there ? " " Well , I'll see you at 6 p . m . Do you know how to get there ? ", I used to live in that area . I used to live in that area . , I'll give you an application form when I see you . I'll give you an application form when I see you . , That sounds good . Do I need to bring anything ? That sounds good . Do I need to bring anything ? , No . Just bring yourself . "Good afternoon , Johnson . "," Good afternoon , Mary . How's business ? " " Good afternoon , Mary . How's business ? "," Not bad , thanks . " "Read Jimmy's card to me please , Janey . ", I have just arrived in Scotland and I'm staying at a Youth Hostel . I have just arrived in Scotland and I'm staying at a Youth Hostel . , Eh ? Eh ? , He says he's just arrived in Scotland . He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel . You know he's a member of the Y . H . A . He says he's just arrived in Scotland . He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel . You know he's a member of the Y . H . A . , The what ? The what ? ," The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association . " " The Y . H . A . , mun . The Youth Hostel's Association . ", What else does he say ? What else does he say ? , I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well . I'll write a letter soon . I hope you are all well . ," What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you . " " What ? Speak up , Janey . I'm afraid I can't hear you . "," He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy . " " He says he'll write a letter soon . He hopes we are all well . Love , Jimmy . "," Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ? " " Is that all ? He doesn't say very much , does he ? "," He can't write very much on a card , mum . " I need some mascara . Do you have good thickening mascara ? , Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes . Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes . , Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart can look at ? Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart can look at ? , We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ? Good afternoon Miss.Are there plane tickets to San Francisco on the day after tomorrow ? , Good afternoon Sir . I'll have a look at the time-table for you . I'm sorry but there aren't any direct flights available . Good afternoon Sir . I'll have a look at the time-table for you . I'm sorry but there aren't any direct flights available . , Are there tickets for Saturday then ? Are there tickets for Saturday then ? ," Yes there are.How do you want to go , First class or coach ? " " Yes there are.How do you want to go , First class or coach ? ", I'll need a coach open return . What's the fare ? I'll need a coach open return . What's the fare ? , It is 260 dollars . It is 260 dollars . , What time will the flight put me there ? What time will the flight put me there ? , The flight will get you there at six Sunday morning . The flight will get you there at six Sunday morning . , OK I'll take three . What's the flight number ? OK I'll take three . What's the flight number ? , The flight number is 301 at Gate Two . Can I see your ticket please ? , Here you are . Here you are . ," Ok , Mr . Smith . Do you have any bags to check ? " " Ok , Mr . Smith . Do you have any bags to check ? ", Just this one . Just this one . , And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ? And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat ? ," Aisle , please . " " Aisle , please . ", Boarding time is ten 20am . Boarding time is ten 20am . , What ’ s the gate number ? What ’ s the gate number ? , Gate 29C . Have a nice flight . "Steven , we are preparing a martial arts show for the New Year's party . Would you like to join us ? "," I'd love to ! But I have never learned martial arts , and there is only a month left before the New Year . " " I'd love to ! But I have never learned martial arts , and there is only a month left before the New Year . ", That's OK . A month is enough for you to learn the basic movements . It would be great to have you with us on the show . That's OK . A month is enough for you to learn the basic movements . It would be great to have you with us on the show . , Sounds great ! Shall I learn the actions that Jet Li did in the movies ? Sounds great ! Shall I learn the actions that Jet Li did in the movies ? ," No . You know , there are many schools and styles of kung fu . What we will perform is a set of Chinese shadow boxing . " " No . You know , there are many schools and styles of kung fu . What we will perform is a set of Chinese shadow boxing . ", Whatever ! I'm glad to learn something of Chinese kung fu . Thanks for asking me . Whatever ! I'm glad to learn something of Chinese kung fu . Thanks for asking me . , Thank you for joining us ! Now let's see some pictures and know more about kung fu . Thank you for joining us ! Now let's see some pictures and know more about kung fu . , Good ! What can I do for you ? , I'd like to have a sightseeing tour in South Africa . Do you provide a package tour ? I'd like to have a sightseeing tour in South Africa . Do you provide a package tour ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", What interesting places shall we visit ? What interesting places shall we visit ? , We'll visit the generally well-known spots . We'll visit the generally well-known spots . , How many days shall we spend on the trip ? How many days shall we spend on the trip ? , Five days ' time will be OK . Five days ' time will be OK . , Sounds good . "My name is Mary , and I will be your waitress tonight . "," Thank you , Mary . We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant . " " Thank you , Mary . We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant . "," Before your main course , would you like to order an appetizer ? " " Before your main course , would you like to order an appetizer ? "," Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ? " " Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ? ", There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table . There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table . , The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ? The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ? ," You know , that is one of my favorites ! " " You know , that is one of my favorites ! "," OK , I'll take one order of that . " " OK , I'll take one order of that . ", You could choose another appetizer for half price to share . You could choose another appetizer for half price to share . , Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings . "Room service , is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I am afraid there are not enough outlets . " " Yes , I am afraid there are not enough outlets . "," Well , we have 6 for each room . " " Well , we have 6 for each room . "," Yes , but 4 of them are broken . Can you send someone here ? " " Yes , but 4 of them are broken . Can you send someone here ? "," OK sir , please wait a minute . " How's your thesis going ? ," Don't mention it . The thesis due date is coming , but my thesis isn't even close to being done . " " Don't mention it . The thesis due date is coming , but my thesis isn't even close to being done . "," I've finished the first draft , but the professor said it's poorly written . I have to rewrite it . it's so depressing . " " I've finished the first draft , but the professor said it's poorly written . I have to rewrite it . it's so depressing . "," Don't worry . Anyway , you are better than me . " Veronica ! Veronica ! Veronica ! Are you OK ? , Steven ! What ’ s going on ! Who were those guys ? I didn ’ t know you have a gun ! What ’ s going on ! Steven ! What ’ s going on ! Who were those guys ? I didn ’ t know you have a gun ! What ’ s going on ! ," I will come clean as soon as we get to safety , OK ? For now , you have to trust me , please ! I would never do anything to hurt you . " " I will come clean as soon as we get to safety , OK ? For now , you have to trust me , please ! I would never do anything to hurt you . "," Steven , I ... " " Steven , I ... "," I haven ’ t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ’ m sorry . I ’ m not a fireman . I ’ m not even from the United States . I ’ m a spy for the Indian government . " " I haven ’ t been completely honest with you Veronica , I ’ m sorry . I ’ m not a fireman . I ’ m not even from the United States . I ’ m a spy for the Indian government . ", What ? Why didn ’ t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ? What ? Why didn ’ t you tell me before ? What are you doing here ? ," When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau . " " When I was a young boy , I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad . It was a peaceful town , and my father was a renowned chemist . One day , he was approached by members of the CIA , claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry . I never saw him again . I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau . "," What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me ! " " What does that have to do with those men shooting at us ? Most importantly , why did you lie to me ! "," I ’ m sorry , I wasn ’ t supposed to meet you . I wasn ’ t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real . " " I ’ m sorry , I wasn ’ t supposed to meet you . I wasn ’ t supposed to fall in love with you , but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real . ", I can ’ t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ’ t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car ! I can ’ t believe this ! Why are all these things happening to me ! I can ’ t take it anymore ! Let me out of the car ! ," Veronica , wait ! " "Excuse me , sir . Is this a duty-free shop ? "," Yes , you can draw your tax back at any customs in the EU . " " Yes , you can draw your tax back at any customs in the EU . "," Well , I am afraid I don't bring my passport with me today . Can you save it for us until tomorrow ? " " Well , I am afraid I don't bring my passport with me today . Can you save it for us until tomorrow ? "," No problem , sir . " I need to order new business cards . , Do you have any idea how many you'd like ? Do you have any idea how many you'd like ? ," I think 2,000 would be enough . " " I think 2,000 would be enough . "," Would you fill out this form , please ? " " Would you fill out this form , please ? ", I don't want to make any changes to my old card . I don't want to make any changes to my old card . ," If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner . " " If you detect any difference , I'll take you out to dinner . "," ... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model . " " ... Okay , that's it . Here's the form , and here's my old card to use as a model . ", Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now . Thank you . Your order will be ready seven days from now . ," I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ? " " I need it sooner . Let me have it in three days , okay ? "," We can certainly give you faster turnaround , but it will cost you extra . " "ABC Company , my name is Lucy . How can I help you ? "," Hello , Lucy , this is Monica . I ’ m calling for the accountant position . I saw the information about the vacancy on your company ’ s website . Is it still available ? " " Hello , Lucy , this is Monica . I ’ m calling for the accountant position . I saw the information about the vacancy on your company ’ s website . Is it still available ? ", Thank you for your interest . The position is still available . Have you already sent your CV to us ? Thank you for your interest . The position is still available . Have you already sent your CV to us ? ," No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information . " " No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information . "," It is urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly . " " It is urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly . ", The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ’ m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ’ m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week . The consignments of chemical instruments have just reached us . We have to lodge a claim against you for inferior quality I am afraid . , Is there anything wrong ? Is there anything wrong ? ," We bought 1,000 sets of chemical instruments from you , but there are 40 not up to the standard . " " We bought 1,000 sets of chemical instruments from you , but there are 40 not up to the standard . ", It's hard for us to believe it . Our instruments have been the best quality for years . Have you any reliable evidence ? It's hard for us to believe it . Our instruments have been the best quality for years . Have you any reliable evidence ? , Here is the survey report from a well-known public surveyor in London . You may inspect the defective instruments personally Here is the survey report from a well-known public surveyor in London . You may inspect the defective instruments personally ," Well . According to the contract , we are responsible for repairing or replacing those defective instruments . We ’ ll send our technicians to repair them . " " Well . According to the contract , we are responsible for repairing or replacing those defective instruments . We ’ ll send our technicians to repair them . "," Forty faulty instruments means that 4 % are not up to the standard . You should compensate us for 4 % of the total account on the contract , as well as for the inspection fee . " " Forty faulty instruments means that 4 % are not up to the standard . You should compensate us for 4 % of the total account on the contract , as well as for the inspection fee . "," I am sorry about the quality problem , but I propose we compensate you for 3 % of the total value apart from the inspection fee . " " I am sorry about the quality problem , but I propose we compensate you for 3 % of the total value apart from the inspection fee . ", All right . In that case we are still willing to do business with you . Excuse me ! , May I help you ? May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to send this book to France . " " Yes , I'd like to send this book to France . ", Let me weight it first . That'll be 14 dollars . Let me weight it first . That'll be 14 dollars . , Can it go in an envelop ? Can it go in an envelop ? ," Of course , it's 4 dollars now . " " Of course , it's 4 dollars now . ", Do I need stamps ? Do I need stamps ? ," No , you don't . We use computers now . " " No , you don't . We use computers now . ", When will it arrive ? When will it arrive ? , In a month . We've got a new manager in our department . ," Oh ? You hoped to get that job , didn't you ? " " Oh ? You hoped to get that job , didn't you ? "," Yes , I did . " " Yes , I did . "," I'm sorry . That's too bad . Who is it ? Who got the job , I mean ? " " I'm sorry . That's too bad . Who is it ? Who got the job , I mean ? "," Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too " " Someone called Drexler . Carl Drexler . He's been with the company onlytwo years . I've been here longer . And I know more about the job , too ", Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ? Hmm . Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you ? ," Because I'm the wrong sex , of course ! " " Because I'm the wrong sex , of course ! ", You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ? You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman ? ," Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair . " " Yes , that was probably it ! It isn't fair . ", What sort of clothes does he wear ? What sort of clothes does he wear ? , A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ? A dark suit . White shirt . A tie . Why ? , Perhaps that had something to do with it . Perhaps that had something to do with it . , You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ? You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater ? ," It's possible , isn't it ? " " It's possible , isn't it ? ", Do you really think I should wear different clothes ? Do you really think I should wear different clothes ? , Well . . . perhaps you should think about it . Well . . . perhaps you should think about it . , Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ? Why should I wear a skirt ? Or a dress ? , I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all ! I'm not saying you should . I'm saying you should think about it . That's all ! , Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing ! Why should I do that ? I'm good at my job ! That's the only important thing ! , Hmm . Perhaps it should be the only important thing . But it isn't . Not in this company . "Excuse me , but can you tell me the way to the Today Mall ? "," Yes , go down the fifth street . You won't miss it . " " Yes , go down the fifth street . You won't miss it . ", How long will it take me to get there ? How long will it take me to get there ? , It's only about 10 minutes ' walk . It's only about 10 minutes ' walk . , Thank you very much . What is your long-term goal in this career ? , My long-term goal is to become an expert in this field . My long-term goal is to become an expert in this field . , What would you do to achieve that ? What would you do to achieve that ? , In order to achieve that objective . I would work step by step and make further study . I am so sorry that I must be off now . My girlfriend told me I must arrive at her home in ten minutes or she will break up with me . , She can cope with it . Don ’ t be such a wimp ! May I speak to Mr . Baker ? , I ’ m afraid he's not in . I ’ m afraid he's not in . , Will you ask him to call me collect when he ’ s back ? Will you ask him to call me collect when he ’ s back ? ," Certainly . May I ask who ’ s calling , please ? " " Certainly . May I ask who ’ s calling , please ? "," Yes , this is Cindy Wang of A & B Trading Company in New York . " Northward Airlines . Can I help you ? ," Hello . I'd like to reconfirm my flight , please . " " Hello . I'd like to reconfirm my flight , please . "," May I have your name and flight number , please ? " " May I have your name and flight number , please ? ", My name is Daniel Adams and my flight number is 374 . My name is Daniel Adams and my flight number is 374 . , When are you leaving ? When are you leaving ? , On May 11th . On May 11th . , And your destination ? And your destination ? , Buenos Aires . Buenos Aires . ," Hold the line , please . ( ... ) All right . Your seat is confirmed , Mr . Adams . You'll be arriving in Buenos Aires at 4 o'clock p . m . local time . " " Hold the line , please . ( ... ) All right . Your seat is confirmed , Mr . Adams . You'll be arriving in Buenos Aires at 4 o'clock p . m . local time . ", Thank you . Can I pick up my ticket when I check in ? Thank you . Can I pick up my ticket when I check in ? ," Yes , but please check in at least one hour before departure time . " What's holding us back on the plant expansion project ? We were supposed to see the specs on that ages ago.Why haven't I heard anything about it ? Did the whole project just vanish into thin air ? ," No , sir . The plant expansion project has been delayed.There was a snag up in the fling process to get the necessary construction permits.It seems that the property we were slated to build on is also habitat for some endangered indigenous species . " " No , sir . The plant expansion project has been delayed.There was a snag up in the fling process to get the necessary construction permits.It seems that the property we were slated to build on is also habitat for some endangered indigenous species . "," You're joking , right ? No wonder we've been tied up with this project . I know the environmental impact statement will take forever to get approval if they've found anything endangered on the site . Are they positive there is evidence of endangered species actually living there ? " " You're joking , right ? No wonder we've been tied up with this project . I know the environmental impact statement will take forever to get approval if they've found anything endangered on the site . Are they positive there is evidence of endangered species actually living there ? ", The environmental review board has a team on it now.Hopefully we'll know more by the end of the week . Have you had any experience with sales work ? ," Yes , I have . In fact , I had worked for a foreign trade company for nearly two years , where I established business ties with several firms . " " Yes , I have . In fact , I had worked for a foreign trade company for nearly two years , where I established business ties with several firms . ", What exactly did you do at that company ? What exactly did you do at that company ? ," Visit customers , dispatch consignments and things like that . " " Visit customers , dispatch consignments and things like that . ", Did you like your work ? Did you like your work ? ," Yes , I did . " " Yes , I did . ", But when and why did you leave the company ? But when and why did you leave the company ? ," I left it two months ago . I didn't think I could learn much there , and there were not many opportunities for self-development . " " I left it two months ago . I didn't think I could learn much there , and there were not many opportunities for self-development . ", I see . Why did you choose our company ? I see . Why did you choose our company ? ," I've been informed that there are many opportunities to develop myself in your company . Besides , I grew up in a city in the Northeast . I have lots of acquaintances in the region , which might help to push sales . " "Hello , I'd like to open an account . ", Which account would you like to open ? Which account would you like to open ? , I'd like to open a savings account . What's the interest rate now ? I'd like to open a savings account . What's the interest rate now ? , It is 3.2 % . You may earn a little interest on money . It is 3.2 % . You may earn a little interest on money . , Is there any minimum deposit for the first time ? Is there any minimum deposit for the first time ? ," Yes , the opening minimum deposit is 1,000 Yuan . " " Yes , the opening minimum deposit is 1,000 Yuan . ", What about the later deposits ? What about the later deposits ? ," For the later deposits , you can deposit any you want . Even one Yuan is OK . " " For the later deposits , you can deposit any you want . Even one Yuan is OK . "," OK , that's good . " " OK , that's good . "," Your ID , please . " " Your ID , please . "," Here you are , a thousand Yuan and my ID . " " Here you are , a thousand Yuan and my ID . "," Wait a moment , please ... Here is your bankbook . Keep it well please . " " Wait a moment , please ... Here is your bankbook . Keep it well please . ", Thanks . I will . We'd like some local-flavored pastry . Can you recommend some ? , How about some Zongzi ? How about some Zongzi ? , What is that ? What is that ? ," Well , it's a pyramid-shaped dumpling made from glutinous rice wrapped in reed leaves . " " Well , it's a pyramid-shaped dumpling made from glutinous rice wrapped in reed leaves . "," That sounds appealing . OK , we will have that . " " That sounds appealing . OK , we will have that . "," Do you want some stuffed bun ? It's delicious , too . " " Do you want some stuffed bun ? It's delicious , too . ", OK . We will try some . OK . We will try some . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," No , it's enough . " " No , it's enough . "," OK . Wait for a moment , please . I'll be back in a moment with the dishes . " " OK . Wait for a moment , please . I'll be back in a moment with the dishes . ", OK . Thank you . "Show me your passport , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . , How long are you staying in Britain ? How long are you staying in Britain ? , 3 weeks . I am here on tour . 3 weeks . I am here on tour . , Have a pleasant stay in Britain . Shall we go for a drive today ? , It feels like there's going to be rain later . It feels like there's going to be rain later . , Maybe you're right . Maybe you're right . , We'll go tomorrow . "So , how are you feeling today ? ", I ’ m pretty tired . I haven ’ t been sleeping well . I ’ m pretty tired . I haven ’ t been sleeping well . , Do you have enough time to get the right amount of sleep ? Do you have enough time to get the right amount of sleep ? , I have enough time . I just can ’ t seem to fall asleep and stay asleep . I have enough time . I just can ’ t seem to fall asleep and stay asleep . , What time do you usually go to bed ? What time do you usually go to bed ? , I don ’ t have one time in particular . I just go to sleep whenever I feel tired . I don ’ t have one time in particular . I just go to sleep whenever I feel tired . , Have you been under a lot of stress lately ? Have you been under a lot of stress lately ? ," I just lost my job , and I am unsure about being able to find another one . " " I just lost my job , and I am unsure about being able to find another one . ", Have you ever tried doing relaxation exercises before you go to bed ? Have you ever tried doing relaxation exercises before you go to bed ? ," I haven ’ t ever tried that , but it sounds like a good idea . " "I'm freezing . Turn down the air conditioner , will you ? ", But then it'll be too warm . But then it'll be too warm . , Not if you take off your jacket . This is the Pan-American Club.May I help you ? , Yes . I believe you have a luncheon meeting this coming Wednesday.Could you give me some more information about that ? Yes . I believe you have a luncheon meeting this coming Wednesday.Could you give me some more information about that ? ," Yes , of course.The guest speaker is Professor David of a University , and he'll be lecturing about The impact of the Oil Crisis on Latin America . " " Yes , of course.The guest speaker is Professor David of a University , and he'll be lecturing about The impact of the Oil Crisis on Latin America . "," Mmm , that sounds very interesting . " I would like to get my driver's license today . , You will have to take your driving test . Have you taken it yet ? You will have to take your driving test . Have you taken it yet ? , I haven't taken it yet . I haven't taken it yet . ," Could you fill these papers out , please ? " " Could you fill these papers out , please ? ", Can I take my test right now ? Can I take my test right now ? , You need an appointment . You need an appointment . ," I would like to do that right now , if I could . " " I would like to do that right now , if I could . ", Is Friday good for you ? Is Friday good for you ? , That's perfect . That's perfect . ," Okay , so Friday at what time ? " " Okay , so Friday at what time ? ", The morning would be nice . The morning would be nice . , All right . Come in on Friday at 11 Can I help you ? , I want a leather jacket . I want a leather jacket . ," What size , please ? " " What size , please ? ", Size 40 . Size 40 . , What color would you prefer ? What color would you prefer ? , Let me see . Do you think a brown one will do ? Let me see . Do you think a brown one will do ? ," Well , the brown one is beautiful indeed , but I think the black one will suit you better . " " Well , the brown one is beautiful indeed , but I think the black one will suit you better . ", Really ? Please get it for me . Really ? Please get it for me . , Will there be anything else ? Will there be anything else ? , Is this dress made of pure silk ? Is this dress made of pure silk ? ," Yes , it is . It's brilliant . " " Yes , it is . It's brilliant . ", Is it washable ? Is it washable ? ," Yes , it is . But you have to be careful . " " Yes , it is . But you have to be careful . "," How much , please ? " " How much , please ? ", Only 350 yuan . Only 350 yuan . , All right . Will you wrap it for me ? All right . Will you wrap it for me ? , OK . Here you are . Yesterday I had a quarrel with my roommate . I'm really fed up with all this . , Tell me what seems to be the problem . Tell me what seems to be the problem . ," My roommate always brings a lot of friends from off-campus . They stay in the room until midnight , singing and talking , drinking and playing cards while I have no place for study . I even don't have the quietness to sleep . " " My roommate always brings a lot of friends from off-campus . They stay in the room until midnight , singing and talking , drinking and playing cards while I have no place for study . I even don't have the quietness to sleep . ", Did you ever talk to him about it ? Can I trouble you for some change ? , I'll see what I have got . What's it for ? I'll see what I have got . What's it for ? , I need some cigarettes . I need some cigarettes . , I can let you have some silvers if that is good . I can let you have some silvers if that is good . ," OK , thanks . " What do you do ? , I'm a teacher . What are you going to have ? , I'll try a steak sandwich . I'll try a steak sandwich . , Can I get you anything to drink ? Can I get you anything to drink ? ," Yes , I'd like a chocolate shake . " " Yes , I'd like a chocolate shake . ", That sounds good . I think I'll have the same . Where are we going now ? , We are going to Jingshan Park . Originally it was an imperial garden while it is now a public park . We are going to Jingshan Park . Originally it was an imperial garden while it is now a public park . , Where is it ? Where is it ? ," It is at the north of Forbidden City , on the central axis of Beijing . " " It is at the north of Forbidden City , on the central axis of Beijing . ", What can we see in it ? What can we see in it ? ," Jingshan consists of five individual peaks , and there lies an elaborate pavilion on the top of each peak . These pavilions were used for gathering and leisure time . These five peaks also draw the approximate historical axis of central Beijing . " " Jingshan consists of five individual peaks , and there lies an elaborate pavilion on the top of each peak . These pavilions were used for gathering and leisure time . These five peaks also draw the approximate historical axis of central Beijing . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," According to the dictates of Eng Shut , it is favorable to site a residence to the south of a nearby hill . When the capital was moved to Beijing , no hill existed at this location , so one was constructed . It is called "" Coal Hill "" . The last emper-or of Ming Dynasty , Chongzhen , committed suicide by hanging himself here in 1644 . " " According to the dictates of Eng Shut , it is favorable to site a residence to the south of a nearby hill . When the capital was moved to Beijing , no hill existed at this location , so one was constructed . It is called "" Coal Hill "" . The last emper-or of Ming Dynasty , Chongzhen , committed suicide by hanging himself here in 1644 . ", Tragedy . Tragedy . ," Jingshan Park is especially a popular place for old people socializing and gathering . People can often find elder folks dancing , singing opera and other cultural activities at Jingshan Park . " "Excuse me , waiter . I have just dropped the spoon onto the ground . Would you please bring me another one ? ", Sure . Wait for a moment . Here you are . Sure . Wait for a moment . Here you are . , Thank you . We'd like to have some dessert . Thank you . We'd like to have some dessert . , Here is the menu . "Good morning , Paul ! "," Hi , good morning , you are so early today . " " Hi , good morning , you are so early today . "," Yes , traffic wasn't much today , so I made it to the office earlier . " " Yes , traffic wasn't much today , so I made it to the office earlier . ", I see . How long does it take you to reach the office every day ? I see . How long does it take you to reach the office every day ? ," Well , about an hour or so . " " Well , about an hour or so . "," Wow , that ’ s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ? " " Wow , that ’ s quite a long journey . Do you drive a car ? ", No . I take public transportation . It's safer . No . I take public transportation . It's safer . , You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle . You are right ! But I get up a little late . That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle . ," Well , both have advantages and disadvantages . " Are you OK there ? ," Oh , my computer crashed again ! " " Oh , my computer crashed again ! ", Can I help ? Can I help ? , That would be great ! I hate working with computers ! That would be great ! I hate working with computers ! , Year ! They are unreliable sometimes . We'll miss you while you're studying in the United States . ," Yeah . I'll miss all of you , too . But I'll keep in touch . " "Turn on the TV , please . ", OK . OK . , What's wrong with the TV ? It isn't clear and the color's not right . What's wrong with the TV ? It isn't clear and the color's not right . , I don't know . Maybe it's broken . I don't know . Maybe it's broken . , Can you do something about it ? Can you do something about it ? , I'll see if I can adjust it . I'll see if I can adjust it . ," That's better , but it's still not quite right . " " That's better , but it's still not quite right . ", Why not tell the clerk and ask them to repair it . Why not tell the clerk and ask them to repair it . , Good idea . All you need is your student identification card to check out books . , Yes.Here ' s my identification . Yes.Here ' s my identification . , That's all you need . That's all you need . ," Thank you very much . By the way , how many books am I allowed to check out ? " " Thank you very much . By the way , how many books am I allowed to check out ? "," You can check out two books at a time . But you can't check out newspapers , magazines and periodicals ; they have to be read within library . " " You can check out two books at a time . But you can't check out newspapers , magazines and periodicals ; they have to be read within library . ", How long can I keep the books ? How long can I keep the books ? , For two weeks . After that you must renew the books if you wish to keep them longer . For two weeks . After that you must renew the books if you wish to keep them longer . , I want a book on physics . Could you show me where I can find it ? I want a book on physics . Could you show me where I can find it ? ," Yes , over there to your left . " "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I want to buy some grapes . " " Yes , I want to buy some grapes . ", What kind of grapes do you want ? What kind of grapes do you want ? , People say grapes from XinJiang are much sweeter than other kinds . Please give me a kilo of that . People say grapes from XinJiang are much sweeter than other kinds . Please give me a kilo of that . ," Ok , wait a moment please . " " Ok , wait a moment please . ", Make sure they are fresh . Make sure they are fresh . , Trust me . "Look , here're two coins named Kai Yuan Tong Bao — the sort of coin made in memory of the founding of a new dynasty . These two coins were made in different periods of the Tang Dynasty . "," How can you tell the difference ? From what I see , they look almost the same . " " How can you tell the difference ? From what I see , they look almost the same . "," The one made in the early Tang period is bigger and has more characters on it , while the one with smaller and elegant characters was made in late Tang period . Look carefully , and tell me if you see the difference now . " " The one made in the early Tang period is bigger and has more characters on it , while the one with smaller and elegant characters was made in late Tang period . Look carefully , and tell me if you see the difference now . "," Yes , they are different ! But it's too professional . What I need is just being able to tell the real from the fake . Do you know any method we can use to tell a fake ancient coin ? " " Yes , they are different ! But it's too professional . What I need is just being able to tell the real from the fake . Do you know any method we can use to tell a fake ancient coin ? ", Various methods were used in history to produce fake coins . We usually send the coin to an authorized unit to have it tested by experts with special machines . We can judge it with naked eyes . Various methods were used in history to produce fake coins . We usually send the coin to an authorized unit to have it tested by experts with special machines . We can judge it with naked eyes . ," I see . By the way , China was more than once ruled by foreign tribes in history . Did they issue their own coins in China ? " " I see . By the way , China was more than once ruled by foreign tribes in history . Did they issue their own coins in China ? "," Certainly , they did . Liao Coins and Song Coins , for example , coexisted in circulation during the Southern Song and Yuan period some 800 -1000 years ago . The Liao Coins look plain and bold in style , just like the characteristics of the Mongolian tribe . Let me look for one and show you . " " Certainly , they did . Liao Coins and Song Coins , for example , coexisted in circulation during the Southern Song and Yuan period some 800 -1000 years ago . The Liao Coins look plain and bold in style , just like the characteristics of the Mongolian tribe . Let me look for one and show you . "," If you happen to find one , please bargain with the owner for it . I'd like to have one . It's interesting to see the integration of the Han and Mongolian cultures on this small piece of metal . " "Tell me a little bit about yourself , please . ", My name is Dunlin and I live in Beijing . I was born in 1980 . I will graduate from Peking University this July . I have majored in accounting . My name is Dunlin and I live in Beijing . I was born in 1980 . I will graduate from Peking University this July . I have majored in accounting . , Would you tell me something about your family ? Would you tell me something about your family ? ," There are three in my family , my parents and myself . My father is a teacher and my mother is a worker . " "Good afternoon , sir . Gan I help you ? "," Good afternoon , I want to pick up a new shaver since the old one has retired . " " Good afternoon , I want to pick up a new shaver since the old one has retired . ", Which brand are you interested in ? Which brand are you interested in ? ," I'm still not sure . The type with top quality , I guess . Well , which one do you recommend ? " " I'm still not sure . The type with top quality , I guess . Well , which one do you recommend ? ", Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ? Do you prefer imported ones or domestic ones ? ," It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK . " " It doesn't matter much . If it has high quality and reasonable price , it will be OK . ", How about Flymo ? It's selling well . How about Flymo ? It's selling well . , Do you have a warranty on it ? Do you have a warranty on it ? , Of course . The warranty period is one year . Of course . The warranty period is one year . ," If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ? " " If there's something wrong with it in a week , can I come back to change it ? "," Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you . " " Sure . But you must show us the receipt . If something comes up , we'll change it for you . ", OK . I'll take one . Should we ask Jason to play ? He's always watching movies on HBO . , I guess we should invite him . I just hope he doesn't start talking about Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger again . I guess we should invite him . I just hope he doesn't start talking about Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger again . ," Oh , come on ! The game is better with three people . Anyway , if we don't ask him to play , he'll be mad . " " Oh , come on ! The game is better with three people . Anyway , if we don't ask him to play , he'll be mad . "," Yeah , you're right . We'll never hear the end of it . " Excuse me . Could you give me some directions ? , What are you looking for ? What are you looking for ? , A gas station . My car ran out of gas two blocks back . A gas station . My car ran out of gas two blocks back . , Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light . Then turn right . Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light . Then turn right . , Do you know the name of the street ? Do you know the name of the street ? ," I can't remember , but it's the second light . " " I can't remember , but it's the second light . "," By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ? " " By the way , do you know the price of the gas now ? ", I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up . I'm afraid I don't . But I do know the price has gone up . , Thanks a lot . What's your hobby ? , Photograph . Photograph . , What's the make of your camera ? What's the make of your camera ? , Olympus . Olympus . , Do you own your own darkroom ? Do you own your own darkroom ? ," No , usually I get my films developed at a photo studio , but I make my own enlargements . " " No , usually I get my films developed at a photo studio , but I make my own enlargements . ", Why ? Why ? ," Because I can make many different kinds of pictures from one negative . That's more , but that saves money . " Good morning . I'd like to buy 2 tickets . , Have you brought your student card ? Have you brought your student card ? , I didn't know you have student tickets so I left them in my bag . I didn't know you have student tickets so I left them in my bag . ," In that case , you have to buy two full fare tickets . " " In that case , you have to buy two full fare tickets . ", Here is the money . "Kevin ? Hi , it ’ s Elizabeth . I have a big favor to ask you . "," How big , Elizabeth ? Last time you said that , I ended up working overtime 3 nights in a row ! " " How big , Elizabeth ? Last time you said that , I ended up working overtime 3 nights in a row ! "," Well , I ’ Ve got a huge load of typing and Mr . Blake has insisted I get it done by tomorrow afternoon . " " Well , I ’ Ve got a huge load of typing and Mr . Blake has insisted I get it done by tomorrow afternoon . "," All right , Elizabeth . But this is the last time . " "Linda , it's really late . Let's call it a day . ", Good idea . We can finish this project the first thing tomorrow morning . Good idea . We can finish this project the first thing tomorrow morning . , Sure thing . Do you want me to give you a ride home ? Sure thing . Do you want me to give you a ride home ? , That ’ s great . Thanks for the ride . I really appreciate 1 it . You know my car is still in the shop . That ’ s great . Thanks for the ride . I really appreciate 1 it . You know my car is still in the shop . , Don't mention it . It ’ s my pleasure . Don't mention it . It ’ s my pleasure . , It's very nice of you . Your office called and said that the owners had made a counter-offer to my offer to purchase their house . ," To your offer of three hundred and twenty thousand dollars , the owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . " " To your offer of three hundred and twenty thousand dollars , the owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . ", I think that maybe I should accept their offer . I think that maybe I should accept their offer . ," You , of course , have two ways of responding . You can say yes or come up with another offer . " " You , of course , have two ways of responding . You can say yes or come up with another offer . "," I want to make another offer , but I am afraid that they will decline and I will lose this house . " " I want to make another offer , but I am afraid that they will decline and I will lose this house . "," There is always a chance that someone could outbid you , but you could try one more offer if you like . " " There is always a chance that someone could outbid you , but you could try one more offer if you like . ", I would now like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer . I would now like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer . ," After the owners get home from work tonight , I will approach them with your offer . " " After the owners get home from work tonight , I will approach them with your offer . ", Can you tell me how long it will take them to get back to me ? Can you tell me how long it will take them to get back to me ? , I don ’ t think that it will take as long as the response to the first offer . "Hello , is that John ? ", Yes . What can I do for you ? Yes . What can I do for you ? , I am calling to tell you some issues about the interview . I am calling to tell you some issues about the interview . , The volume is too loud . Would you kindly turn it down a little bit ? The volume is too loud . Would you kindly turn it down a little bit ? , Yes . I think it is now a moderate volume . This visit is over for me . Here's your room key . ," Thank you for that , and in return , here's your receipt . " " Thank you for that , and in return , here's your receipt . ", And thanks to you . And thanks to you . ," I hope you'll visit us again , sir . " " I hope you'll visit us again , sir . "," I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches . " " I'd be willing to try this hotel again , if you can promise me no more cockroaches . ", I guarantee you that our little “ friends ” won't be back . I hope your trip home is pleasant . What kind of work do you want to do when you finish university ? , I want to work in the banking industry . I ’ Ve always been interesting in working for an international invest bank . I ’ d like to help people invest their money . I want to work in the banking industry . I ’ Ve always been interesting in working for an international invest bank . I ’ d like to help people invest their money . ," That ’ s a job that pays well . If you ’ re lucky , you might have opportunities to travel as well . Have you applied to any banks yet ? Our course will end soon . " " That ’ s a job that pays well . If you ’ re lucky , you might have opportunities to travel as well . Have you applied to any banks yet ? Our course will end soon . ", Yes . I ’ Ve sent letters to several banks . A few have invited me for interviews after we take our examinations . Yes . I ’ Ve sent letters to several banks . A few have invited me for interviews after we take our examinations . , Well done ! I haven ’ t sent off any job applications yet . Well done ! I haven ’ t sent off any job applications yet . , Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ? Which field would you like to work in ? have you decide yet ? , I ’ d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field . I ’ d like to work in marketing . I think I could have a good career in that field . ," Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well . " " Perhaps you should apply to banks as well . They need people to market their service . As you said , the banking industry pays well . ", That ’ s great idea . Do you have the email address of human resource managers at any banks ? Is there any way you can cut us a better deal on your wholesale price for this order ? , We did the best that we could to give you a low price . Did you get our recent estimate ? We did the best that we could to give you a low price . Did you get our recent estimate ? ," Based on the estimate you gave us , by the time we figure in transportation and other expenses , our profit is short.With the offer you've given me , we're making next to nothing.Can ' t you do any better ? " " Based on the estimate you gave us , by the time we figure in transportation and other expenses , our profit is short.With the offer you've given me , we're making next to nothing.Can ' t you do any better ? "," I've already given you a discount of 20 % off of our normally charge . If I go any lower , we'll have loss on this project . I really want to work with you on this . But we've already gone as low as we can go . " " I've already given you a discount of 20 % off of our normally charge . If I go any lower , we'll have loss on this project . I really want to work with you on this . But we've already gone as low as we can go . "," I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit.That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal.Otherwise ... " " I'll be honest with you , our budgeted cost can't exceed more than $ 150 per unit.That is our bottom line . If you can meet that price , you've got the deal.Otherwise ... "," I'll tell you what , I'll go over the number again with our financial team and see what I can do . I can't give you any guarantees . But we can try . " Will you be done doing my hair soon ? , Give me a little while longer . Give me a little while longer . , How much time do you need ? How much time do you need ? , There you go . How do you like it ? There you go . How do you like it ? , I think it looks gorgeous . I think it looks gorgeous . , You think it looks nice ? You think it looks nice ? , I honestly think it looks great . I honestly think it looks great . , Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job . Thanks . I'm glad that I did a good job . , How much is it for my hair ? How much is it for my hair ? , Just give me $ 55 . Just give me $ 55 . , Thanks for doing such a good job . Thanks for doing such a good job . ," No problem , girl friend . I'll see you next time . " Slow down ! You can't exceed the speed limits . ," No , I cann't . I'm in a hurry ! " " No , I cann't . I'm in a hurry ! "," No , you can not . It is dangerous . " " No , you can not . It is dangerous . "," Shut up ! Now you are in my car , you should listen to me . Or you can get off . I've told you I'm in a hurry . I don't want to waste time on the road . " " Shut up ! Now you are in my car , you should listen to me . Or you can get off . I've told you I'm in a hurry . I don't want to waste time on the road . ", No . You shouldn't drive like that . I want to change my job . , Why ? Why ? ," Well , I want to earn more . " " Well , I want to earn more . ", I see . I see . , Not only that . The job I ’ m doing now is the most boring job you can imagine . You have drank dozens of cups . You are bound to get a bay window . ," Thank you , but I am in a terrible mood indeed . " What case do you have against the police ? , I want to take them to court for arresting me . I want to take them to court for arresting me . , I don ’ t understand . I don ’ t understand . , There was no reason for them to arrest me . There was no reason for them to arrest me . ," They let you go , didn ’ t they ? " " They let you go , didn ’ t they ? ", They released me the next morning . They released me the next morning . , They detained you at the station ? They detained you at the station ? , That ’ s exactly what they did . That ’ s exactly what they did . , Why did they arrest you ? Why did they arrest you ? , They said I matched the description of a robber . They said I matched the description of a robber . , I get it now . I get it now . , I ’ m definitely taking them to court . who are you writing a letter to ? , I'm just responding to Sue's letter . Do you want to help ? I'm just responding to Sue's letter . Do you want to help ? , OK . I guess I could add something . Tell them that I send my love . OK . I guess I could add something . Tell them that I send my love . , that's kind of boring . Don't you want to tell them anything else ? that's kind of boring . Don't you want to tell them anything else ? ," well , maybe you could tell them about my promotion . " " well , maybe you could tell them about my promotion . ", you've been promoted ? when did that happen ? you've been promoted ? when did that happen ? , just today . I guess I forgot to mention it . just today . I guess I forgot to mention it . , congratulations ! That's really exciting ! Let's get out a bottle of wine to celebrate ! congratulations ! That's really exciting ! Let's get out a bottle of wine to celebrate ! , shouldn't we finish writing this letter first ? shouldn't we finish writing this letter first ? , ah . That can wait . Your promotion is the best news I've heard in a long time ! ah . That can wait . Your promotion is the best news I've heard in a long time ! ," it is good news , but it looked like you were almost finished . We might as well just sign off . " " it is good news , but it looked like you were almost finished . We might as well just sign off . "," ok , you're right . I'll just tell them how round I am of you for getting a promotion and then I'll thank Sue for her kind letter . " " ok , you're right . I'll just tell them how round I am of you for getting a promotion and then I'll thank Sue for her kind letter . ", I guess you can write that I'm looking forward to seeing them in June . I guess you can write that I'm looking forward to seeing them in June . , that's thoughtful of you . that's thoughtful of you . , and also thank them from the bottom of my heart for the Christmas package they sent us . and also thank them from the bottom of my heart for the Christmas package they sent us . , that's right ! I almost forgot about that . that's right ! I almost forgot about that . , what would you do without me ? what would you do without me ? , we do balance each other out well . I guess we were really made for each other ! I like this apartment . Do you think we can afford the mortgage ? , Yes . I think so . It ’ s not a very expensive apartment . It ’ s in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for . The rooms are quite large too . Yes . I think so . It ’ s not a very expensive apartment . It ’ s in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for . The rooms are quite large too . ," I love the balcony . We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer . We are on the 12th floor , so there ’ s very nice view from the balcony . " " I love the balcony . We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer . We are on the 12th floor , so there ’ s very nice view from the balcony . ", The neighbourhood is nice too . There is a park nearby . The neighbourhood is nice too . There is a park nearby . ," Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ’ t full of apartment blocks . " " Yes , and there are many houses nearby . I like it that the neighbourhood isn ’ t full of apartment blocks . ", It ’ s a pity we can ’ t afford a house . A garden would be so nice . It ’ s a pity we can ’ t afford a house . A garden would be so nice . ," Yes , it would . Don ’ t worry . There ’ s a lawn outside the building and there ’ s the park nearby . This place will be fine . " " Yes , it would . Don ’ t worry . There ’ s a lawn outside the building and there ’ s the park nearby . This place will be fine . ", The building is quite new and well constructed . I ’ m happy with the fittings too . The building is quite new and well constructed . I ’ m happy with the fittings too . ," Yes , everything has been well designed . " "Housekeeping , may I help you ? "," Yes , I'm missing a sweater . I sent it in the laundry yesterday , but my laundry was returned without it . " " Yes , I'm missing a sweater . I sent it in the laundry yesterday , but my laundry was returned without it . "," May I have your room number , please ? " " May I have your room number , please ? ", 505 . 505 . ," 505 . Let me check it out . Just a moment , please . I'm sorry . You're right . We have found your sweater . We made a mistake delivering the laundry . We'll send it up to your room at once . We're very sorry for the inconvenience " " 505 . Let me check it out . Just a moment , please . I'm sorry . You're right . We have found your sweater . We made a mistake delivering the laundry . We'll send it up to your room at once . We're very sorry for the inconvenience ", That's all right "May I have my bill , please ? ", That's $ 20 in all . That's $ 20 in all . ," Well , I am afraid you have made a mistake . Would you check it again , please ? " " Well , I am afraid you have made a mistake . Would you check it again , please ? "," Let me see . I am terribly sorry , sir . That should be $ 18 . " " Let me see . I am terribly sorry , sir . That should be $ 18 . ", It doesn't matter . Excuse me . May I take a picture of you ? , What for ? What for ? , I just want to show my children how an American policeman looks . I just want to show my children how an American policeman looks . , OK . But I hope it won't take too long . OK . But I hope it won't take too long . ," Oh , no , it won't . Just stand there , please . " Would you go to the bookstore with me ? , It sounds a good idea . Let ’ s go . It sounds a good idea . Let ’ s go . , Do you know Jeffery has published his second detective novel ? Do you know Jeffery has published his second detective novel ? ," Yes . I heard about that . And I know you want to buy it , but I ’ m not interested in detective novels . " " Yes . I heard about that . And I know you want to buy it , but I ’ m not interested in detective novels . ", So what are you interested in ? So what are you interested in ? ," Magazines about fashions , such as Cosmo Polian . " " Magazines about fashions , such as Cosmo Polian . ", I know that magazine . It ’ s very popular . I know that magazine . It ’ s very popular . , Yes . I can lend you some . Yes . I can lend you some . , Thank you . But I ’ m not interested . We seem to be lost here . , Possibly . Possibly . , I suggest that we go and ask for help from the policeman . I suggest that we go and ask for help from the policeman . , Not a bit . Fixing computer isn ’ t my cup of tea . You can leave this job to Jason . ," Yeah , he has a good commend of computer skills . But ... " " Yeah , he has a good commend of computer skills . But ... ", But what ? But what ? , But he is always talking big . You must be Mr.Sellers . I'm Steven . I am here to see the apartment you advertised . ," Oh , nice to see you . The apartment is on the tenth floor . The previous tenant just moved out yesterday . " " Oh , nice to see you . The apartment is on the tenth floor . The previous tenant just moved out yesterday . ", Could I have a look at it first ? Could I have a look at it first ? ," Sure . Let me show you the way . Here we are . Apartment 1008 . ( They enter . ) This is the living room dining room combination . Here's the kitchen . It's small , but fully equipped . The refrigerator is new , and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old . " " Sure . Let me show you the way . Here we are . Apartment 1008 . ( They enter . ) This is the living room dining room combination . Here's the kitchen . It's small , but fully equipped . The refrigerator is new , and the stove and the microwave oven are less than a year old . ", It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom . It's nice . So this is the bathroom . And that must be the bedroom . , Yes . And there's a walk-in closet . Yes . And there's a walk-in closet . , Is there air conditioning ? Is there air conditioning ? ," Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room 。 " " Yes , there's central air conditioning and heating . The thermostat is in the living room 。 ", What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ? What's the house rent ? When is the rent due ? And how much security deposit do you require ? , It's 600 yuan per month.The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease . It's 600 yuan per month.The rent is due no later than the tenth of the month . We ask that you leave a month's rent as a deposit . It will be returned to you at the end of your lease . ," I like the apartment , Mr.Sellers . You can show me the lease . " "Wow , what a cool car ! The styling of this car really appeals to me . "," Yes , this is a very popular car . " " Yes , this is a very popular car . ", I want to buy it . How much does this car cost ? I want to buy it . How much does this car cost ? ," The car is beautiful , isn't it ? Come on inside and we'll discuss the price . " " The car is beautiful , isn't it ? Come on inside and we'll discuss the price . ", You can tell me here . I just want to know the price . You can tell me here . I just want to know the price . ," 50000 yuan ' What a deal ! That will , of course , include tax , licence , and registration fee . " " 50000 yuan ' What a deal ! That will , of course , include tax , licence , and registration fee . "," I appreciate your help , but I think I'll look around a bit . " " I appreciate your help , but I think I'll look around a bit . ", Then what price would be fair to you ? Then what price would be fair to you ? , I think that 30000 yuan would be fair for this car . I think that 30000 yuan would be fair for this car . , I can see that you are a smart buyer . Forty thousand is my best price . I can see that you are a smart buyer . Forty thousand is my best price . , Can't you make it cheaper ? I still can't afford the car . Can't you make it cheaper ? I still can't afford the car . , 38000yuan is my final offer . 38000yuan is my final offer . , Hum ... OK . I will take it . "Mom , may I play the card games for a while ? ", Do you ? Dad is in the study . Do you ? Dad is in the study . ," I won't make any noise . Mom , please . " " I won't make any noise . Mom , please . ", Behave yourself ! Don't make any noise . Have you finished your homework ? Behave yourself ! Don't make any noise . Have you finished your homework ? ," Yes , I ' Ve finished . " " Yes , I ' Ve finished . ", Then let me see . Then let me see . ," er ... , mom , I promise . I won't make a single noise . " " er ... , mom , I promise . I won't make a single noise . ", All right . Just five minutes . Be sure not to touch anything . All right . Just five minutes . Be sure not to touch anything . , Ok . I won't get into trouble . Ok . I won't get into trouble . , Be careful ! Be careful ! ," Thanks for the warning , Mom . " "Here is your spicy diced chicken with peanuts , sir . ", Thank you . It looks very attractive . Thank you . It looks very attractive . , I would advise you to enjoy the dish while it is hot . I would advise you to enjoy the dish while it is hot . , Tasty and tender ! It must be one of the famous local dishes . Tasty and tender ! It must be one of the famous local dishes . , Yes . It's a traditional dish . Yes . It's a traditional dish . , And it must be very particular in cooking . And it must be very particular in cooking . ," You are right , sir . To prepare it , a Sichuan food chef first fries some chilli until they turn reddish brown , and then puts diced chicken breast meat into the pot with other condiments and peanuts . That's why the dish has a bright colour . " " You are right , sir . To prepare it , a Sichuan food chef first fries some chilli until they turn reddish brown , and then puts diced chicken breast meat into the pot with other condiments and peanuts . That's why the dish has a bright colour . ", I see . I see . ," Enjoy yourself , sir . " Good morning ! The Inland hotel . How may I help you ? , Good morning . I ’ d like to book a room for Friday night and Saturday night . Good morning . I ’ d like to book a room for Friday night and Saturday night . , Certainly . What kind of room would you like ? Certainly . What kind of room would you like ? , A single room please . I hope you ’ re not fully booked . A single room please . I hope you ’ re not fully booked . , A single room ? That ’ s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ? A single room ? That ’ s fine . In whose name shall I make the booking ? ," Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast . " " Jones . According to your website , the nightly rate is $ 50 , including breakfast . "," We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast . " " We offer a 20 % discount for guests staying of Friday and Saturday . The total cost will be $ 80 , including breakfast . ", Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday . Thank you very much . I look forward to seeing you on Friday . , Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 . Could I just take your credit card number please ? I should mention that there is a cancellation charge of $ 20 . , That ’ s fine . My credit card number is ... "May I speak to the apartment building manager , please ? ", I'm the manager . How can I help you ? I'm the manager . How can I help you ? , I was hoping that the apartment on Main Street was still available . I was hoping that the apartment on Main Street was still available . ," Why , yes , it is . Would you like to get a look inside the apartment ? " " Why , yes , it is . Would you like to get a look inside the apartment ? "," Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment . " " Yes , it would be nice to see the apartment . ", How about today at 6 o'clock ? How about today at 6 o'clock ? ," Yes , I can be there at 6 . " " Yes , I can be there at 6 . ", Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ? Sounds good . I'll see you at 6 . Do you want directions ? ," I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest . " " I'm okay , thank you . I already checked out the address on MapQuest . "," If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me . " " If you like the place , you can fill out an application form . I'll bring one with me . ", Is there anything that I need to bring with me ? Is there anything that I need to bring with me ? , No . I won't need to see anything except your driver's license . "Excuse me , I'm lost . Can you show me where I am in this map ? "," Er , let me see . Oh , look , you're right here . Pretty close to the Olympic Park . " " Er , let me see . Oh , look , you're right here . Pretty close to the Olympic Park . ", That's great ! It's not my day . I just have very bad sense of direction . That's great ! It's not my day . I just have very bad sense of direction . , Is this your first time here ? Where are you going ? Is this your first time here ? Where are you going ? , I am supposed to go to Liu Ichang . I am supposed to go to Liu Ichang . ," Oh , there are many Chinese antique stores . They get paintings , too . Do you get interested in them ? " " Oh , there are many Chinese antique stores . They get paintings , too . Do you get interested in them ? ", Yes . Yes . Can you tell me how to get there ? Yes . Yes . Can you tell me how to get there ? ," Wow , it is quite far away from here . I'm afraid you're gonna have to take Bus No . 713 . " Should I tell EDD that I have found a job ? , Is this a temporary job or something more permanent ? Is this a temporary job or something more permanent ? , What difference does it make ? What difference does it make ? ," When you get your next Continued Claim Form , you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment . " " When you get your next Continued Claim Form , you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment . "," If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ? " " If I take a short job and then get laid off , will I be starting over trying to get unemployment ? ", Just because you work for a week doesn ’ t mean that you will be losing your benefits . "You know , smoking does do harm to your health . "," Yes , you're right . " " Yes , you're right . ", Why don't you try to give it up ? Why don't you try to give it up ? ," I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no good . Smoking relaxes me . " " I've tried to give up smoking several times , but it's no good . Smoking relaxes me . ", Have you ever thought of just cutting down ? You could do it gradually . Have you ever thought of just cutting down ? You could do it gradually . ," Yes , maybe I should have another try . " I am keen on a coat on www.dingding.com . But it requires having an online banking account . Is it necessary ? , Indeed . Online banking enables you to make on-line shopping . Indeed . Online banking enables you to make on-line shopping . , Do you know how to get the bank account ? Do you know how to get the bank account ? , Bring your ID card and fill out a form . That will be fine . Bring your ID card and fill out a form . That will be fine . , So easy . So easy . , I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed . I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed . , My shopping life will be more convenient . I don't know whether or not to believe him . , You can trust him . He always tells the truth . You can trust him . He always tells the truth . , But it's really too important to me . But it's really too important to me . , I said you can trust him . You just have to believe it . I know you are a good dancer . What dances do you like ? ," I like the old styles of dance . Such as fox-trot , waltz , rumba , tango and so on . They're all graceful . " " I like the old styles of dance . Such as fox-trot , waltz , rumba , tango and so on . They're all graceful . ", Why do you like old styles of dance ? Why do you like old styles of dance ? , Why not ? Do you think I should like modern dance ? Why not ? Do you think I should like modern dance ? ," I think so , because most young people like modern dances , such as rock and roll . " " I think so , because most young people like modern dances , such as rock and roll . "," Oh , sorry . I don't like them . Why not ask Lily . She likes modern dance . " " Oh , sorry . I don't like them . Why not ask Lily . She likes modern dance . "," OK , I will.Thank you . " "Hi , is this the Bread and Cheese Deli ? "," Yes , ma ’ am . How may I help you ? " " Yes , ma ’ am . How may I help you ? ", I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ? I need to place an order for a couple of sandwiches and drinks . Can you deliver ? ," Yes , we do deliveries for orders over $ 15 , ma ’ am . " I'm very annoyed at your disobedience . ," But mum , I didn't mess it up . " " But mum , I didn't mess it up . ", You should have asked for my opinion before you did it . You should have asked for my opinion before you did it . ," Sorry , mum . I won't do it again . " " Sorry , mum . I won't do it again . ", You'd better remember your promise . "Excuse me , sir . Are there only 3 programs in your hotel ? ", Of course not . We have 50 channels in all . Of course not . We have 50 channels in all . , Well . I am afraid it must be my fault . Can you send someone here to help me ? Well . I am afraid it must be my fault . Can you send someone here to help me ? , OK . I will send a maid to your room right now . I lost all my lottery winnings playing the stock market . ," Easy come , easy go . " "Hello , is that Cathy speaking ? "," Yes , is that you , Allen ? " " Yes , is that you , Allen ? "," Yes , how are you doing ? " " Yes , how are you doing ? ", Not bad . Not bad . , Say I've got two tickets for the concert this evening.Would you like to come with me ? Say I've got two tickets for the concert this evening.Would you like to come with me ? , Sure.Thank you very much . Sure.Thank you very much . , Then I ' ll pick you up at six thirty.OK ? Then I ' ll pick you up at six thirty.OK ? ," Ok , see you . " " Ok , see you . ", See you . "Boy , it looks like everyone in your family is here , from young to old . ", Easter's a good day for reunions . The family goes to church together . Easter's a good day for reunions . The family goes to church together . , And after church they come here for lunch ? And after church they come here for lunch ? ," Yup , a big potluck buffet . And then-notice there are no children around ? " " Yup , a big potluck buffet . And then-notice there are no children around ? "," Yeah , what's up with that ? " " Yeah , what's up with that ? "," The kids wait in the house while the grownups hide these . Hide away , Yi-jun ! " "They don't really think you took it , do they ? ", I don't know . I just know I've never been asked so many questions in my life . I don't know . I just know I've never been asked so many questions in my life . , How many of them were there ? How many of them were there ? , Three-but there was one of them who kept asking really stupid questions . Three-but there was one of them who kept asking really stupid questions . , Like what ? Like what ? ," Oh , he wanted to know what time I got up this morning and if I bad a bath or a shower you know , things like that . " " Oh , he wanted to know what time I got up this morning and if I bad a bath or a shower you know , things like that . ", What on earth has that got to do with some money disappearing ? What on earth has that got to do with some money disappearing ? ," I've no idea . Oh yes , and the most ridiculous thing . He asked me what I had for breakfast this morning . " " I've no idea . Oh yes , and the most ridiculous thing . He asked me what I had for breakfast this morning . "," Oh well , that's it . They obviously think you're a desperate criminal and you have to steal to eat . I should think you'll get thirty years . " " Oh well , that's it . They obviously think you're a desperate criminal and you have to steal to eat . I should think you'll get thirty years . ", Hmm . Thank you very much . How did you meet your girlfriend ? , I met Amanda through a friend . I met Amanda through a friend . ," That's great . Did you start dating right after you met , or did you become friends first ? " " That's great . Did you start dating right after you met , or did you become friends first ? ", We started dating right away . "Isn ’ t he the best instructor ? I think * he ’ s so hot . Wow ! I really feel energized , don ’ t you ? "," I swear , I ’ m going to kill you for this . " " I swear , I ’ m going to kill you for this . ", What ’ s wrong ? Didn ’ t you think it was fun ? ! What ’ s wrong ? Didn ’ t you think it was fun ? ! ," Oh , yeah ! I had a blast ! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad . Sorry , I ’ m just not into this health kick . " " Oh , yeah ! I had a blast ! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad . Sorry , I ’ m just not into this health kick . "," Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ’ t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain . " " Oh , no , get off it . It wasn ’ t such a killer class . You just have to get into it . Like they say , no pain , no gain . ", I am wiped out . Thank you . I am wiped out . Thank you . ," Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ’ re gonna come back again with me , aren ’ t you ? " " Look , next time get yourself some comfy shoes . You ’ re gonna come back again with me , aren ’ t you ? ", Never ! But thank you for inviting me . Never ! But thank you for inviting me . , Come on . You ’ ll feel better after we hit the showers . "Bill , Happy Halloween ! ", Happy Halloween ! What creature are you going to dress up as ? Happy Halloween ! What creature are you going to dress up as ? , I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs . I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs . , May I have a look at your costume ? May I have a look at your costume ? , Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are . Sure . Wait a moment . ( Several minutes later ) Here you are . , I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool . I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool . , I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood . I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight . Maybe I will suck their blood . , Haha . Wish you good luck . "Hurry up , get in . "," I ’ m in , let ’ s go ! " " I ’ m in , let ’ s go ! "," OK , make a left here . . . no wait , I meant make a right . Come on , speed up ! " " OK , make a left here . . . no wait , I meant make a right . Come on , speed up ! ", Geez ! What ’ s the rush ? Geez ! What ’ s the rush ? ," Don ’ t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it ! " " Don ’ t worry about it , just drive . Oh , no , the light is about to change . . . step on it ! ", Are you nuts ! I ’ m not going to run a red light ! Are you nuts ! I ’ m not going to run a red light ! ," Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ’ s take a side street.Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move ! " " Whatever . Just turn right here . . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour . . . . let ’ s take a side street.Go on ! Get out of our way ! Move , move ! ", What ’ s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help ! What ’ s your problem ! Geez . Having a fit is not going to help ! ," Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ’ ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ’ s go , let ’ s go ! Watch out for that lady ! " " Here , I know a short cut ... just go down here , and we ’ ll cut though Ashburn Heights . Let ’ s go , let ’ s go ! Watch out for that lady ! ", I ’ m going as fast as I can ! I ’ m going as fast as I can ! ," Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes . " " Yes ! We made it . 5:58 , just before the library closes . ", You ’ re such a geek ! Hello ? , Hi Vicky . Hi Vicky . , Are you there yet ? Are you there yet ? , Yes . Yes . , I just got off the subway . I'm almost there . Sorry I'm late . I just got off the subway . I'm almost there . Sorry I'm late . , That's no problem . I just wanted to tell you I'm inside . That's no problem . I just wanted to tell you I'm inside . , Where are you ? Where are you ? , On the second floor . On the second floor . , Should I come to the second floor or do you want to come to the first floor ? Should I come to the second floor or do you want to come to the first floor ? , Come upstairs . Come upstairs . , What ? What ? ," Oh , Can you hear me OK ? I said , come to the second floor . " " Oh , Can you hear me OK ? I said , come to the second floor . "," Oh , OK . What are you doing there ? " " Oh , OK . What are you doing there ? ", Just looking at some books on how to learn English . Just looking at some books on how to learn English . , Do you want to get something to eat later ? Do you want to get something to eat later ? ," No , I'm still full from dinner . " " No , I'm still full from dinner . ", What do you want to do ? What do you want to do ? , I don't know for sure . When you get here we'll talk about it . I don't know for sure . When you get here we'll talk about it . ," OK , see you soon . " " OK , see you soon . ", Bye . "Hello ! How can I help you , sir ? ", I want to take out a loan for school . What kind of interest rate do you offer ? I want to take out a loan for school . What kind of interest rate do you offer ? , Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs ? Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs ? ," Yes , but I need to borrow some more money . " " Yes , but I need to borrow some more money . ", Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan . Well . In that case we can offer you a private educational loan . , What's the interest rate ? What's the interest rate ? ," It's 7.2 % , fixed-rate loan . " " It's 7.2 % , fixed-rate loan . ", How do I go about taking it out ? How do I go about taking it out ? , Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify . Just fill out this application . We can let you know right away if you qualify . ," All right , thank you ! " It's one of the highlights of the match . , What ? What ? , The wonderful passing Melaena did . The wonderful passing Melaena did . , Too bad I missed it . Finally the class is over . Be quick . Ben must have been waiting for long . ," Oh , I am so tired . My back is sore and my neck hurts . " " Oh , I am so tired . My back is sore and my neck hurts . "," That's normal . You have been sitting for three hours , with your attention highly concentrated . " " That's normal . You have been sitting for three hours , with your attention highly concentrated . "," You are wrong , Shirley . I was always absent-minded in the class . I meant to concentrate on the class , but I was just so tired . Maybe I am old . " " You are wrong , Shirley . I was always absent-minded in the class . I meant to concentrate on the class , but I was just so tired . Maybe I am old . ", No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again . No . You are just burning yourself out these days . Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again . ," One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished . " " One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year . He filled the school column with his name , and his score was relinquished . ", How could he make such a silly mistake ? How could he make such a silly mistake ? ," He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then . " " He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years , and couldn't get used to it immediately . He was extremely nervous then . "," He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ? " " He lost a very good chance to go to college , didn't he ? ", Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects . Yeah . The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam . Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam . And there are fewer subjects . , That's a very good lesson . We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on . "It's so earlier this morning , Mr . Li ! You just came back yesterday , you should have rest much more . "," I'd like to have rest , but I have many things to do . " " I'd like to have rest , but I have many things to do . ", How about this post-trip ? How about this post-trip ? ," It's very good , and the result isn't too bad . " " It's very good , and the result isn't too bad . ", Really ? Really ? ," Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ? " " Of course . I will write a report about this post-trip , and then you'd better type it at the moment , OK ? "," OK , it's no problem . " " OK , it's no problem . ", ( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ? ( Afternoon ) Miss Liu . Are you typing my report ? ," Yes , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , what can I do for you ? "," Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken . " " Nothing . I just tell you take care of it when you type , especially the address and telephone number of those new guests . You should make sure that it's no mistaken . "," OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest . " " OK , please don't worry about it . You should set your mind at rest . "," Ha , I know you are great secretary . " " Ha , I know you are great secretary . ", Thanks your flatter . have you seen the new Cosmo magazine that I was reading this morning ? , I think I may have seen it on the kitchen table . I think I may have seen it on the kitchen table . ," you're right , thanks . There's an interesting interview with a top director about his latest film that I want to finish . " " you're right , thanks . There's an interesting interview with a top director about his latest film that I want to finish . ", who's the director ? who's the director ? ," it's Martin Scorsese . You liked his film , The Departed , didn't you ? " " it's Martin Scorsese . You liked his film , The Departed , didn't you ? "," yes , it was fantastic ! Can I read the article when you're finished ? " " yes , it was fantastic ! Can I read the article when you're finished ? "," sure . You know it has an online edition , too . You should go online to read if you want to read it now . " " sure . You know it has an online edition , too . You should go online to read if you want to read it now . "," that's ok . I'll wait until you're finished . Just out of curiosity , do you have a subscription for that magadize ? " " that's ok . I'll wait until you're finished . Just out of curiosity , do you have a subscription for that magadize ? ", no . I don't buy it regularly enough for it to be worthwhile . no . I don't buy it regularly enough for it to be worthwhile . , how much does the magadize cost ? how much does the magadize cost ? ," it's almost three pounds now , and I think they're going to put the price up to four pounds soon . " " it's almost three pounds now , and I think they're going to put the price up to four pounds soon . ", that's quite expensive . Who is their target audience ? that's quite expensive . Who is their target audience ? ," Cosmo mainly has a middle-class readership , but I think circulation will fall dramatically if the price goes up anymore . " " Cosmo mainly has a middle-class readership , but I think circulation will fall dramatically if the price goes up anymore . "," I bet you'll still buy it , though . You wouldn't be able to live without your fashion magazine ! " "Hello , Rachel . It's glad to see you here . "," Hi , Ross . Glad to see you , too . " " Hi , Ross . Glad to see you , too . ", I'm going to throw a party tomorrow night . Would you like to come ? I'm going to throw a party tomorrow night . Would you like to come ? , A party ? Yes . I'd love to . Thank you for inviting me . Will Monica come ? A party ? Yes . I'd love to . Thank you for inviting me . Will Monica come ? , Of course . Of course . , That's great ! What time will it start at ? That's great ! What time will it start at ? , At 6 o'clock . At 6 o'clock . , OK . I'll come . See you then . OK . I'll come . See you then . , See you . "Good morning , Mary . ", How do you want your egg cooked ? How do you want your egg cooked ? ," Sunny side up , please . " " Sunny side up , please . "," Okay , it'll be ready in two minutes . " Let's go now . , I'll be with you in a minute . I couldn't wait to meet you in person . ," Me , too . I've heard so much about you . " " Me , too . I've heard so much about you . ", Same here . Same here . , I was looking forward to your arrival . Do you believe in UFOs ? ," Of course , they are out there . " " Of course , they are out there . ", But I never saw them . But I never saw them . ," Are you stupid ? They are called UFOs , so not everybody can see them . " " Are you stupid ? They are called UFOs , so not everybody can see them . ", You mean that you can them . You mean that you can them . , That's right . I can see them in my dreams . That's right . I can see them in my dreams . , They come to the earth ? They come to the earth ? , No . Their task is to send the aliens here from the outer space . No . Their task is to send the aliens here from the outer space . , Aliens from the outer space ? Do you talk to them ? What do they look like ? Aliens from the outer space ? Do you talk to them ? What do they look like ? ," OK , OK , one by one , please ! They look like robots , but they can speak . Their mission is to make friends with human beings . " " OK , OK , one by one , please ! They look like robots , but they can speak . Their mission is to make friends with human beings . ", That means that you talk to them ? In which language ? That means that you talk to them ? In which language ? ," Of course in English , they learn English on Mars too . " " Of course in English , they learn English on Mars too . ", Wow . Sounds fantastic ! "Hello , can I speak to Alice , please ? "," Hold on , please . " " Hold on , please . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Sorry , but she ’ s out . " " Sorry , but she ’ s out . ", Could you tell her Tom Green called ? Could you tell her Tom Green called ? , I ’ d be glad to . "Hey , Jack ! Is Jenny coming with us ? ", Yes . Why ? Yes . Why ? , Nothing . I am just asking . Nothing . I am just asking . ," Just asking ? ! Why is your face burning like mad ? Ah-huh , someone has a crush on Jenny , doesn't he ? " " Just asking ? ! Why is your face burning like mad ? Ah-huh , someone has a crush on Jenny , doesn't he ? ", Who has a crush ? Who has a crush ? ," Come on , Ted ! Don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you ’ Ve got to tell her . Maybe she likes you . " " Come on , Ted ! Don't be such a chicken . If you like her , you ’ Ve got to tell her . Maybe she likes you . "," Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out . " " Well , I don't have the guts to ask her out . ", What are you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you are feeling about her . What are you so afraid of ? Just tell her what you are feeling about her . , I ’ d totally die if she turned me down . I ’ d totally die if she turned me down . ," But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You ’ Ve got to let her know . Come on ! You ’ Ve got to take a chance . Even though you are rejected , it ’ s not the end of the world . There ’ s nothing to lose , is there ? " " But that's better than keeping everything to yourself . You ’ Ve got to let her know . Come on ! You ’ Ve got to take a chance . Even though you are rejected , it ’ s not the end of the world . There ’ s nothing to lose , is there ? "," I don't know .. Well , maybe you are right , but how am I gonna tell her ? " Excuse me . Does this bus go by Tiananmen square ? ," Yes , it does . " " Yes , it does . ", At which stop should I get off ? At which stop should I get off ? ," There is a stop at Tiananmen Square . The stops will be announced on the bus both in English and Chinese . When the stop is coming , you just push the red button near the rear door if you want to get off . " " There is a stop at Tiananmen Square . The stops will be announced on the bus both in English and Chinese . When the stop is coming , you just push the red button near the rear door if you want to get off . "," Okay , thanks very much . " What are the pop groups that you like ? ," Oh , there are so many good ones ! I loved the Spice Girls . They were so cool ! " " Oh , there are so many good ones ! I loved the Spice Girls . They were so cool ! ", I agree ! I cried for a week when they broke up . I agree ! I cried for a week when they broke up . ," I was really sad too , but at least I can still listen to their Cds . " Do you have any idea why I pulled you over today ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , One of your brake lights is out . One of your brake lights is out . , Really ? I'm sorry . I did not know that . Really ? I'm sorry . I did not know that . , I'm going to give you a ticket . I'm going to give you a ticket . , Why can't you just let me off with a warning ? Why can't you just let me off with a warning ? , It's just a ticket . It's just a ticket . , How much is the fine ? How much is the fine ? , The judge will let you know . The judge will let you know . , I have to be at court ? I have to be at court ? , Of course . Of course . , All right . Just give me the ticket . "Dad , can you help me ? "," Oh , honey , you made a mistake . " " Oh , honey , you made a mistake . ", I don't know how to do it . I don't know how to do it . , OK . Let's do it together . OK . Let's do it together . , 16 divided by 2 . What's the answer ? 16 divided by 2 . What's the answer ? , 16 divided by 2 equals 8 . 16 divided by 2 equals 8 . , You got it . Good job . You are looking really healthy lately . What are you doing differently ? , Thank you for noticing ! I've been making a few lifestyle changes over the past year . Thank you for noticing ! I've been making a few lifestyle changes over the past year . , Tell me about it . I'm interested . Tell me about it . I'm interested . ," Well , it all started when my brother challenged me to quit smoking . " " Well , it all started when my brother challenged me to quit smoking . ", Ha ! That's right . You used to smoke . I forgot ! Ha ! That's right . You used to smoke . I forgot ! ," When I kicked that habit , I found I had so much more energy . I started exercising . " " When I kicked that habit , I found I had so much more energy . I started exercising . ", At the gym ? At the gym ? , No . I like to be outside . I took up hiking and mountain biking . Are you okay ? , No . No . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , I got robbed ! I got robbed ! , By who ? By who ? , Some guy on the street just mugged me . Some guy on the street just mugged me . , Are you hurt ? Are you hurt ? ," No , he just stole all of my things . " " No , he just stole all of my things . ", That's crazy . That's crazy . , I need to go to the police station . I need to go to the police station . , Do you want me to take you ? Do you want me to take you ? , That would be great . Thank you . What can I do for you ? , I am returning these books . I am returning these books . , What did you do to this book ? What did you do to this book ? , I accidentally ripped the cover . I accidentally ripped the cover . , You will need to pay for the damage . You will need to pay for the damage . , How much do I need to pay ? How much do I need to pay ? , I ’ m going to need $ 5.00 . I ’ m going to need $ 5.00 . , That ’ s not too expensive . That ’ s not too expensive . , It isn ’ t . It isn ’ t . , Here ’ s the $ 5.00 . Here ’ s the $ 5.00 . , Thank you . Thank you . , No problem . Have a good one . "Hi , Cindy . I thought I ’ d missed you . "," Oh , I am very sorry , Hans . Thank you for waiting for me . You must have been here a long time already . " " Oh , I am very sorry , Hans . Thank you for waiting for me . You must have been here a long time already . ", It ’ s all right . It ’ s all right . ," I was caught in the heavy rain , or I would have come earlier . I am sorry I kept you waiting . " " I was caught in the heavy rain , or I would have come earlier . I am sorry I kept you waiting . "," I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ’ s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ? " " I was in a comfortable place , so really , it ’ s no problem . I am happy to see you . Did the rain hold you up long ? "," Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up . " " Yes . When I came out of the subway , it was raining cats and dogs . And I forgot my umbrella . So I had to wait for the rain to let up . ", I totally understand . "Your resume says you have had one years experience working in a foreign representative office in Shanghai , may I ask why you quit ? "," I worked in a foreign representative office for one year . However , I leave there two years ago because the work they gave me was rather dull . I found another job that was more interesting . " " I worked in a foreign representative office for one year . However , I leave there two years ago because the work they gave me was rather dull . I found another job that was more interesting . ", Have you done any work in this field ? What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? Have you done any work in this field ? What have you learned from the jobs you have had ? ," I have learned a lot about business know-how and basic office skills . In addition , I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues . " Is that true ? , I guess so . Now Anna's got four kids and another on the way . I guess so . Now Anna's got four kids and another on the way . , Wow . She looks good for having had that many kids . She's pregnant and wearing Prada ! Wow . She looks good for having had that many kids . She's pregnant and wearing Prada ! , That's Anna for you . She keeps up the image of the stylish Italian woman . Here she comes . That's Anna for you . She keeps up the image of the stylish Italian woman . Here she comes . , She's glowing . It must be the pregnancy . She's glowing . It must be the pregnancy . ," Yeah , or the expensive Italian facial treatments . " What should I prepare for the recruitment fair ? , You should wear a formal dress and be confident . You should wear a formal dress and be confident . , What application materials should I take ? What application materials should I take ? , You should take several resumes and some copies of your graduate diploma . You're my hero . ," Aw , shucks , ma'am . " Good morning and welcome . How can I help you ? ," Could you tell me something about safety deposit box rental , please ? I need somewhere safe to keep some insurance documents ; I just simply don't feel comfortable keeping them at home or in the office . " " Could you tell me something about safety deposit box rental , please ? I need somewhere safe to keep some insurance documents ; I just simply don't feel comfortable keeping them at home or in the office . ", We have 3 different types of boxes . We usually rent for 1 year and the fee depends on the size and location of the box . We have 3 different types of boxes . We usually rent for 1 year and the fee depends on the size and location of the box . ," I think I'll go for the smallest , as it's just for documents . Will I be the only key holder ? I'd perhaps feel a little nervous if I knew someone else could have access to it at any time . " " I think I'll go for the smallest , as it's just for documents . Will I be the only key holder ? I'd perhaps feel a little nervous if I knew someone else could have access to it at any time . "," You can have more than 1 key if you'd like , but we must have signature cards for each box . " " You can have more than 1 key if you'd like , but we must have signature cards for each box . ", That's great ; I can give an extra key to my wife . I feel perfectly comfortable with her having a key . Thanks for your help . That's great ; I can give an extra key to my wife . I feel perfectly comfortable with her having a key . Thanks for your help . ," If you have your ID and are willing to pay a year in advance , we can do that for you today , there is no need to wait . " " If you have your ID and are willing to pay a year in advance , we can do that for you today , there is no need to wait . "," OK , I'll take a small , for 1 year , in this branch , please . " "See you later , alligator . "," In a while , crocodile . " Where are you going ? , I have to go to work . I have to go to work . , Going to work where ? Going to work where ? , I ’ m working at the polling place . I ’ m working at the polling place . , I didn ’ t know you were working there this year . I didn ’ t know you were working there this year . , I work at the polling place every year . I work at the polling place every year . , How did you get that job ? How did you get that job ? , I signed up for it online . I signed up for it online . , That ’ s really cool . That ’ s really cool . , It ’ s a very cool job . It ’ s a very cool job . , Do they pay you a lot ? Do they pay you a lot ? , They pay well enough . Have you been to Shanghai before ? , Yes I have . I ’ Ve been there three times in the past year . Yes I have . I ’ Ve been there three times in the past year . , That sounds great . Have you been to the top of the Pearl Tower ? That sounds great . Have you been to the top of the Pearl Tower ? , No I haven ’ t . I haven ’ t visited the Bund either . I ’ Ve always had too much work to do . No I haven ’ t . I haven ’ t visited the Bund either . I ’ Ve always had too much work to do . ," So you haven ’ t done much then , in Shanghai ? " " So you haven ’ t done much then , in Shanghai ? "," Actually , I ’ Ve eaten soup dumplings in a lovely restaurant on Nanjing Lu . They were delicious ! " Jim was late again . , It's not like him to be late . "Wow , this is the famous Empire State Building . ", It's huge . It's huge . , Would you like to go to the top ? Would you like to go to the top ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", The view is breathtaking . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I'd like some information about the trains to Beijing . " " Yes , I'd like some information about the trains to Beijing . ", When do you want to go ? When do you want to go ? ," On July 7 , I have to be there well before twelve o ’ clock . " " On July 7 , I have to be there well before twelve o ’ clock . ", There ’ s a train at 7 a . m . It'll get you there at 11 a . m . But there are many stops along the way . There ’ s a train at 7 a . m . It'll get you there at 11 a . m . But there are many stops along the way . ," And I have to get up early , too . Are there any non-stop trains to Beijing ? " " And I have to get up early , too . Are there any non-stop trains to Beijing ? "," Yes , there is one at 8: 30 a . m . That arrives at 11:35 a . m . " Can you believe me ? , Sure . Sure . , Please count on my love . Please count on my love . , I will . I will . , I'll be yours through endless time . I'll be yours through endless time . , I see . And I'll always be devoted to you . I see . And I'll always be devoted to you . ," Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry . " " Thank you . I know I've nothing to offer you , but I'll never give you reason to cry . ", I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie . I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie . ," My love will grow , like a river to flow . " " My love will grow , like a river to flow . "," It can't be dry , and can't die . " " It can't be dry , and can't die . ", I don't know whether we are in a dream . I don't know whether we are in a dream . ," Aha , Aha ... " I'm frustrated . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , I can't work out this problem . I can't work out this problem . , Let me take a look . Maybe I can figure it out . Let me take a look . Maybe I can figure it out . , Thanks . I really appreciate it . "Hello , is Mr Over there "," Sorry , madam . I afraid you have a wrong number.we don't have Mr Over here . " " Sorry , madam . I afraid you have a wrong number.we don't have Mr Over here . "," I want 6420422 3 , is that right ? " " I want 6420422 3 , is that right ? "," No , you give a wrong number . " " No , you give a wrong number . "," oh , I'm sorry to bother you . " " oh , I'm sorry to bother you . ", That's all right . "Did you put this morning's faxes on my desk ? I'm waiting for some urgent faxes from headquarters , I'm pretty sure they came in last night . "," Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk . But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred . Maybe you can take a look at them . If the copy is unreadable , I'll call them and ask them to relax . " " Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk . But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred . Maybe you can take a look at them . If the copy is unreadable , I'll call them and ask them to relax . "," Yeah , you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed . These copies are so dark , I can't make out any of the words . " " Yeah , you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed . These copies are so dark , I can't make out any of the words . ", What about that one ? What about that one ? , This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ? This one ? This one is so light I can barely read it . How can that be ? ," You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem . " " You know , I think the fax machine is out of toner , I can change the toner cartridge . That should solve the problem . "," Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable ! " " Yes , but this one will have to be re-faxed as well . And look , there's about three pages missing ! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes , and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light , they're unreadable ! "," I guess the fax machine is out of paper , too . Don't worry , I'll have someone look at it this afternoon , and in the meantime , I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine . " Who wants to go first ? Allen ? , Uh ... I mostly just like to listen . You're the groom . Why don't you go first ? Uh ... I mostly just like to listen . You're the groom . Why don't you go first ? , OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys ! OK . Put on something by the Backstreet Boys ! ," How about "" As long as You Love Me "" ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke ! " " How about "" As long as You Love Me "" ! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke ! ", I'd better not . Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys ! Hello . I am calling about the apartment you advertised . ," Yes , what kind of apartment are you interested in ? " " Yes , what kind of apartment are you interested in ? ", I am interested in one-bedroom . Do you have any available ? I am interested in one-bedroom . Do you have any available ? ," Yes , I have one . When you need it ? " " Yes , I have one . When you need it ? ", Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ? Sometime around next week . What can you tell me about this apartment ? ," Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it . " " Well , It's a one-bedroom apartment . The monthly rent at 650 dollars and a 300 dollars security deposit . You pay electricity only . Gas and water is included . Both the heat and stove are gas . Let me see , what else ... Oh , you'll be assigned a sheltered parking space at no extra charge . And that's probably it . ", Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ? Sounds good . May I come over tomorrow to take a look ? , Sure . What time would you like to come ? Sure . What time would you like to come ? , How about 10 am ? How about 10 am ? ," Good , May I have your name , please ? " " Good , May I have your name , please ? ", My name is Blanca . My name is Blanca . ," Thanks for calling , Blanca . I'll see you tomorrow . " Hello ! We ’ Ve been waiting for our lunch order for over an hour . Did you forget our order ? ," I ’ m sorry , sir . Could you tell me your name and order again , please ? I ’ ll check on the delay . " " I ’ m sorry , sir . Could you tell me your name and order again , please ? I ’ ll check on the delay . ", The name ’ s Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef ’ s salads . The name ’ s Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef ’ s salads . ," Thank you , Mr . Morris . Please wait one moment and let me check on the order . Would you like anything to drink , sir ? On the house . " "Hi , how can I help ? "," I was told to come over to this window if I want to make a withdrawal . I'm not withdrawing from a Current Account , you see . I want to withdraw from my Certificate of Deposit . " " I was told to come over to this window if I want to make a withdrawal . I'm not withdrawing from a Current Account , you see . I want to withdraw from my Certificate of Deposit . "," Unfortunately , if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date , you must give notice . " " Unfortunately , if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date , you must give notice . "," Oh , I see . Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now ? " " Oh , I see . Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now ? "," Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity . " " Yes , you will lose interest . I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us . I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity . "," Oh dear . Well , if it has to be done , then it has to be done . " Hello . I am calling to apply for the job as an airlines staff . I'd like to check it . Is it part-time or a full-time job ? ," OK , the job is a full-time one . " " OK , the job is a full-time one . ", What does the job description say ? What does the job description say ? , We need a person with ability and flexibility . "Hello , this is Liu Juan speaking . Is that Mr . Brown ? "," No , this isn't . " " No , this isn't . ", Could you please get him on the phone ? Could you please get him on the phone ? , Sure . Wait a minute . I find that every employee here respects that manager very much . , Yes . He carries a lot of weight . Everyone here is willing to follow his orders . You said you like classical music very much . Then who is your favorite opera star ? ," There are three of them , the Three Tenors . " " There are three of them , the Three Tenors . "," Oh , you mean Pavarotti , Domingo and Carreras . Have you been to their live shows ? " " Oh , you mean Pavarotti , Domingo and Carreras . Have you been to their live shows ? "," Yeah , it's really a unique experience . It's a solo concert by Pavarotti . He put on the performance in the Forbidden City in Beijing . " " Yeah , it's really a unique experience . It's a solo concert by Pavarotti . He put on the performance in the Forbidden City in Beijing . ", I've heard of that one . It was also his swan song . I've heard of that one . It was also his swan song . ," Besides , speaking of classical music , we should never forget about the New Year's Concert . " " Besides , speaking of classical music , we should never forget about the New Year's Concert . "," Of course not . People all over the world watch it on TV , or listen to it on the radio . " " Of course not . People all over the world watch it on TV , or listen to it on the radio . ", Sure . It's undoubtedly one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ? Sure . It's undoubtedly one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ? ," Yes , I went to the New Year's Concert in 2005 . " " Yes , I went to the New Year's Concert in 2005 . "," Wow , you are so lucky . I saw that one on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall . " " Wow , you are so lucky . I saw that one on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall . "," That's for sure . You know , it's really amazing to be in the best concert hall , listening to the performance by the best orchestra . I had the greatest time ever . " " That's for sure . You know , it's really amazing to be in the best concert hall , listening to the performance by the best orchestra . I had the greatest time ever . ", Who was the conductor at that event ? Who was the conductor at that event ? ," Lorin Maazel . He did an amazing job . Moreover , he just celebrated his 75th birthday . " " Lorin Maazel . He did an amazing job . Moreover , he just celebrated his 75th birthday . ", So cool . I wish I can go to the live New Year's Concert someday in the future . So cool . I wish I can go to the live New Year's Concert someday in the future . ," The right opportunity for you would come along soon . You know , music is transnational . " " The right opportunity for you would come along soon . You know , music is transnational . "," I believe in that . Well , the performance is about to begin . Let's be quiet . " You look like being on cloud nine . , I am . I am . , What has made you so happy ? What has made you so happy ? , I think I'm in love . I think I'm in love . , Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ? Are you ? Who's the lucky girl ? , Her name is Jenny . Her name is Jenny . , How did you meet her ? How did you meet her ? , We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other . We are in the same math class . Our teacher sat us next to each other . , What do you like best about her ? What do you like best about her ? , She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time . She's very funny . She makes me laugh all the time . , I guess it was fate working to bring you together . I guess it was fate working to bring you together . ," Whatever brought us together , I'm happy . " "And how would you describe yourself , Miss Tao ? What kind of person are you ? "," Well , as I mentioned before , I think I am easy-going . I enjoy working and talking with people and I'm a responsible person . " " Well , as I mentioned before , I think I am easy-going . I enjoy working and talking with people and I'm a responsible person . ", Did you have any difficulty getting along with fellow students or teachers ? Did you have any difficulty getting along with fellow students or teachers ? , No . Not at all . I'm quite easy-going . No . Not at all . I'm quite easy-going . , What's your strong points ? What's your strong points ? ," Oh , I'm very responsible , I can make fast decisions , and I do not need much supervision . I enjoy completing challenging tasks . " " Oh , I'm very responsible , I can make fast decisions , and I do not need much supervision . I enjoy completing challenging tasks . ", What do you dislike most about your job ? What do you dislike most about your job ? ," Probably routine , dull work . Oh , I am much more enthusiastic if I'm given a challenge and responsibility . " " Probably routine , dull work . Oh , I am much more enthusiastic if I'm given a challenge and responsibility . ", What kind of relationship do you think should exist between a supervisor and employee ? What kind of relationship do you think should exist between a supervisor and employee ? ," A friendly one . I think an open , friendly , honest relationship should exist . An employee should feel she ( he ) can go to her ( his ) boss anytime with any kind of question . " " A friendly one . I think an open , friendly , honest relationship should exist . An employee should feel she ( he ) can go to her ( his ) boss anytime with any kind of question . "," Sometimes working with a foreign company can be stressful . Foreigners tend to get excited or angry easily , and they show it . Are you sure you can handle this stress ? How do you deal with conflict in your present job ? " " Sometimes working with a foreign company can be stressful . Foreigners tend to get excited or angry easily , and they show it . Are you sure you can handle this stress ? How do you deal with conflict in your present job ? "," Well , there's a lot of stress in a Chinese company also , although much of it is below the surface . I have confidence in my ability to handle conflict . If I have a problem with a co-worker , I do everything I can to work it out directly with that person . If I am unable to work it out , then I ask a supervisor to help out . If my boss shouts at me , I try not to take it personally . I try my best to understand the stress he is under . It's kind of like being in a family . Often family members say things in the heat of the moment , but don't mean what they say . A company is like a family , it has good times and bad times . " " Well , there's a lot of stress in a Chinese company also , although much of it is below the surface . I have confidence in my ability to handle conflict . If I have a problem with a co-worker , I do everything I can to work it out directly with that person . If I am unable to work it out , then I ask a supervisor to help out . If my boss shouts at me , I try not to take it personally . I try my best to understand the stress he is under . It's kind of like being in a family . Often family members say things in the heat of the moment , but don't mean what they say . A company is like a family , it has good times and bad times . ", How do you feel about overtime work ? How do you feel about overtime work ? ," That's no problem . I know that every company has busy periods . When this happens , I'm ready to put in as much time as necessary to get the job done . " " That's no problem . I know that every company has busy periods . When this happens , I'm ready to put in as much time as necessary to get the job done . ", What is most important to you in a job ? What is most important to you in a job ? ," I want to feel that I am making a real contribution to the company , so I would like my boss to trust me with important work . " " I want to feel that I am making a real contribution to the company , so I would like my boss to trust me with important work . ", Do you think that you are introverted or extroverted ? Do you think that you are introverted or extroverted ? , I'm quite outspoken . I enjoy calling a spade a spade and hate talking in a roundabout way . So I'd call myself outgoing . I'm quite outspoken . I enjoy calling a spade a spade and hate talking in a roundabout way . So I'd call myself outgoing . , Under what kind of circumstance will you lose your temper ? Under what kind of circumstance will you lose your temper ? , Seldom . But I hate someone's frequently being late or lazy . Seldom . But I hate someone's frequently being late or lazy . , OK . What are your strong points ? OK . What are your strong points ? ," Hmm . as I mentioned , I can work well under pressure and I enjoy work that challenges me . I think that my English ability is also a strong point . " " Hmm . as I mentioned , I can work well under pressure and I enjoy work that challenges me . I think that my English ability is also a strong point . ", And your weaknesses ? And your weaknesses ? , I think I sometimes try to be over-organized . So I am learning how to let some things go and concentrate on the most important part of my job . Do you have a swimming pool in this hotel ? ," We don't have a swimming pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in the gym . " " We don't have a swimming pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in the gym . ", I never heard of a swim station . Is that like a train or bus station ? I never heard of a swim station . Is that like a train or bus station ? , It's just a deep bathtub with a current of water that you swim against . It's just a deep bathtub with a current of water that you swim against . , Holy cow ! I never heard of such a thing . How much do they cost ? Holy cow ! I never heard of such a thing . How much do they cost ? ," As a guest , sir , you pay nothing . " " As a guest , sir , you pay nothing . "," This sounds better every second . Now , when can I use the stations ? " " This sounds better every second . Now , when can I use the stations ? "," If you want to swim , you can visit the gym any day between 7 a . m . and 10 p . m . " " If you want to swim , you can visit the gym any day between 7 a . m . and 10 p . m . "," Oh , boy ! This is going to be great . I'm going to the gym right now ! " " Oh , boy ! This is going to be great . I'm going to the gym right now ! "," I'm sure you'll enjoy your workout , sir . Everyone seems to like the swim stations . " "Hi , Nally , are you hungry ? ", I'm starving . Let's go grab a bite . I'm starving . Let's go grab a bite . , Where to ? Where to ? , How about Karlis ? How about Karlis ? , Are you kidding ? That place is too ritzy for lunch . Are you kidding ? That place is too ritzy for lunch . , True . ok Let's go to Grumose ? True . ok Let's go to Grumose ? ," Same thing , meals there all coarsen arm and leg . " " Same thing , meals there all coarsen arm and leg . ", I guess it is a little pricy . I guess it is a little pricy . , Let's stop it at Multicolor for a quick lunch .. Let's stop it at Multicolor for a quick lunch .. ," That will be Ok . Come on , I can't wait to chow down . " " That will be Ok . Come on , I can't wait to chow down . "," That was a great lunch , the food was good , but the service was lousy . " " That was a great lunch , the food was good , but the service was lousy . ", Is that why you stiffed the waiter ? Is that why you stiffed the waiter ? ," You got it . All right , Let's go back to school . " "Mr . Jones , shall we now discuss the packaging ? "," Very well . You know , we have definite ways of packaging garments . As to blouses , we use a polythene wrapper for each article , all ready for window display . " " Very well . You know , we have definite ways of packaging garments . As to blouses , we use a polythene wrapper for each article , all ready for window display . "," Good . A wrapping that catches the eye will certainly help push the sales . With competition from similar garments producers , the merchandise must not only be good value but also look attractive . " " Good . A wrapping that catches the eye will certainly help push the sales . With competition from similar garments producers , the merchandise must not only be good value but also look attractive . ", Right you are . We'll see to it that the blouses appeal to the eye as well as to the purse . Right you are . We'll see to it that the blouses appeal to the eye as well as to the purse . , What about the outer packing ? What about the outer packing ? ," We'll pack them 10 dozens to one carton , gross weight around 25 kilos a carton . " " We'll pack them 10 dozens to one carton , gross weight around 25 kilos a carton . ", Cartons ? Cartons ? ," Yes , corrugated cardboard boxes . " " Yes , corrugated cardboard boxes . ", Could you use wooden cases instead ? Could you use wooden cases instead ? , Why use wooden cases ? Why use wooden cases ? , I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for such a heavy load . I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for such a heavy load . ," The cartons are comparatively light , and therefore easy to handle . They won't be stowed away with the heavy cargo . The stevedores will see to that . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with straps . Silk blouses are not fragile goods . They can stand a lot of jolting . " " The cartons are comparatively light , and therefore easy to handle . They won't be stowed away with the heavy cargo . The stevedores will see to that . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with straps . Silk blouses are not fragile goods . They can stand a lot of jolting . "," Maybe you are right , but the goods are to be transhipped at Hamburg or London . If the boxes are moved about on an open wharf , the dampness or rain may get into them . This would make the blouses spotted or ruined . " " Maybe you are right , but the goods are to be transhipped at Hamburg or London . If the boxes are moved about on an open wharf , the dampness or rain may get into them . This would make the blouses spotted or ruined . "," No need to worry about that . The cartons lined with plastic sheets are waterproof , and as the boxes are made of cardboard , they will be handled with care . " " No need to worry about that . The cartons lined with plastic sheets are waterproof , and as the boxes are made of cardboard , they will be handled with care . "," Well , I don't want to take any chances . Besides , cartons are easy to cut open , and this increases the risk of pilferage . " " Well , I don't want to take any chances . Besides , cartons are easy to cut open , and this increases the risk of pilferage . ", Tampering with cartons is easily detected . I should say that this rather discourages pilferage . Tampering with cartons is easily detected . I should say that this rather discourages pilferage . ," Maybe so , but I'm afraid that in case of damage or pilferage , the insurance company will refuse compensation on the ground of improper packing , or packing unsuitable for sea voyage . " " Maybe so , but I'm afraid that in case of damage or pilferage , the insurance company will refuse compensation on the ground of improper packing , or packing unsuitable for sea voyage . "," But cartons are quite seaworthy . They are extensively used in our shipments to continental ports . There are never any complaints from our clients , and our insurance company has also approved such packing for W . P . A . and T . P . N . D . " " But cartons are quite seaworthy . They are extensively used in our shipments to continental ports . There are never any complaints from our clients , and our insurance company has also approved such packing for W . P . A . and T . P . N . D . "," If you could guarantee compensation in case the insurance com - any refuses to honor a claim for faulty packing , we would be quite willing to accept cartons . " " If you could guarantee compensation in case the insurance com - any refuses to honor a claim for faulty packing , we would be quite willing to accept cartons . "," I'm sorry , but we can't take on any responsibility that is beyond our functions and powers . We'll make sure that the packing is seaworthy , but we can't commit ourselves to being responsible for every kind of mishap . " " I'm sorry , but we can't take on any responsibility that is beyond our functions and powers . We'll make sure that the packing is seaworthy , but we can't commit ourselves to being responsible for every kind of mishap . ", I can understand your position . Perhaps I'm asking too much . I can understand your position . Perhaps I'm asking too much . ," We'll use wooden cases if you insist , but the charge for packing will be considerably higher , and it also slows delivery . " " We'll use wooden cases if you insist , but the charge for packing will be considerably higher , and it also slows delivery . "," Well , I'll call you immediately for instructions on the matter . " " Well , I'll call you immediately for instructions on the matter . ", Please do . I'll be waiting for your reply . How is Jim recently ? ," He has lost his job , and his wife died from cancer not long before . " " He has lost his job , and his wife died from cancer not long before . ", Poor guy ! It will take him a long time to get back on his feet . I have an idea for Christmas this year . , What is it ? What is it ? , Let's not exchange any gifts at all . Let's not exchange any gifts at all . , You big scrooge ! You big scrooge ! , Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it ! Hear me out . We can pool the money and give it to a family who could really use it ! , But you may have some trouble convincing the kids . But you may have some trouble convincing the kids . ," Actual 1y , it was their idea first . " " Actual 1y , it was their idea first . ", Now we know that they realize the real meaning of Christmas . A woman after my own heart ... ," OK , Mr . Coffee Connoisseur , so what's the next step in the coffee-making process ? " " OK , Mr . Coffee Connoisseur , so what's the next step in the coffee-making process ? "," Well , step two is grinding the coffee beans . I've roasted three different types of beans . " " Well , step two is grinding the coffee beans . I've roasted three different types of beans . "," Let me guess , Mocha , Mandheling , and Santos ! " " Let me guess , Mocha , Mandheling , and Santos ! "," Yep , my own special blend ! You can tell by just smelling them ? " " Yep , my own special blend ! You can tell by just smelling them ? "," No , I just read the names off the packages ... Ha ! " "Hi , my name is Lean , and I'm from Russia . "," Nice to meet you , Lvan.My name is Alike . I'm from Japan . " " Nice to meet you , Lvan.My name is Alike . I'm from Japan . ", To me English is a difficult language . To me English is a difficult language . , A second language is always difficult . A second language is always difficult . ," True , but English is harder than most.It ' s a crazy language . " " True , but English is harder than most.It ' s a crazy language . ", A crazy language ? Why do you say that ? A crazy language ? Why do you say that ? , One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings . One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings . , No wonder you say English is a crazy language . Hello . Dr . Brown ’ s Dental Office . How can I help you ? ," Hi , this is Susan Smith . I ’ m calling about my appointment with Doctor Brown today at 3 " " Hi , this is Susan Smith . I ’ m calling about my appointment with Doctor Brown today at 3 ", What happened ? What happened ? , I got the flu . I have a fever and a headache . Can I cancel my appointment ? I got the flu . I have a fever and a headache . Can I cancel my appointment ? ," Sure , you can , but you ’ ll be charged for $ 10 . " " Sure , you can , but you ’ ll be charged for $ 10 . "," Oh , there ’ s a charge ? Why ? " " Oh , there ’ s a charge ? Why ? "," This is for the delayed cancellation . Because this time is reserved for you . If you are unable to keep an appointment , you should notify us 48 hours in advance . Otherwise , the charge will be made . " " This is for the delayed cancellation . Because this time is reserved for you . If you are unable to keep an appointment , you should notify us 48 hours in advance . Otherwise , the charge will be made . ", I see . That ’ s ok . I ’ ll pay . I see . That ’ s ok . I ’ ll pay . , Thanks for your understanding . Do you want to make another appointment ? Thanks for your understanding . Do you want to make another appointment ? , No . Not right now . When I feel better I ’ ll call you again . No . Not right now . When I feel better I ’ ll call you again . , Ok . Take care . Ok . Take care . , Thank you . "Hello , jewelry department . How may I help you ? "," It's me , Ali . There's this strange guy who keeps coming around . He's been here three times this week . " " It's me , Ali . There's this strange guy who keeps coming around . He's been here three times this week . ", He's probably a pervert . Just ignore him . He's probably a pervert . Just ignore him . , He makes me nervous . He looks at me funny . And he never buys anything ! He makes me nervous . He looks at me funny . And he never buys anything ! ," Maybe he wants to get something for his girlfriend , but he's embarrassed . " "Excuse me , sir , this is the express check-out lane for people that have fifteen items or fewer . It looks like you have more than fifteen items there . "," Oh , come on ! I have sixteen items ! Cut me some slack , will ya ? " " Oh , come on ! I have sixteen items ! Cut me some slack , will ya ? ", Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ? Fine ! Please place your items on the belt and push your shopping cart through . Do you prefer paper or plastic ? , Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons . Plastic . I also have a couple of coupons . ," No problem , I ’ ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday . " " No problem , I ’ ll take those . Sir , these coupons expired yesterday . "," Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ’ s just not my day . Thanks anyway . " " Darn ! Oh , well . I guess it ’ s just not my day . Thanks anyway . ", Do you have a club card or will it be cash ? Do you have a club card or will it be cash ? , Yeah I got a club card . Here you go . Yeah I got a club card . Here you go . , Will this be debit or credit ? Will this be debit or credit ? ," Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great . " " Debit please . Also , could I get cash back ? Fifty dollars would be great . "," Yeah , sure . Your total is seventy-eight dollars and thirty-three cents . Here is your receipt . Have a nice day . " "Everything is OK now , doctor . "," That was quick work . Let me have a look at it . Yeah , everything looks fine now . Thank you very much . " " That was quick work . Let me have a look at it . Yeah , everything looks fine now . Thank you very much . "," You are welcome , doctor . " " You are welcome , doctor . ", How much do I owe you ? How much do I owe you ? , The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill . The total is 87 dollars . Here is the bill . , Really ? You worked here for just half an hour . I consider the price very high . Hello . This is the Customer service . How can I help you ? , Yes . I ’ Ve been getting harassing calls recently . Can I have my phone number changed ? Yes . I ’ Ve been getting harassing calls recently . Can I have my phone number changed ? , Sure . What ’ s your favorite number ? Sure . What ’ s your favorite number ? , How about 560 436 4040 . How about 560 436 4040 . , I ’ m sorry . This number has already been registered . I ’ m sorry . This number has already been registered . , How about 560-436-8976 ? How about 560-436-8976 ? , This number is ok . It ’ s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ? This number is ok . It ’ s still available . When would you like your phone number changed ? , As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ? As soon as possible . Can I have it right now ? , Sure . It's getting late . I really have to go . , I hope we'll get together again soon . I hope we'll get together again soon . , I hope so . A good journey to you ! I hope so . A good journey to you ! , Thank you . "Mom , Dad ! Can you come to my room ? I think there is something under my bed ! "," Son , you just go back to bed , and stop crying wolf . " Your total comes to $ 36.78 . , Put it on my VISA . Put it on my VISA . , There ’ s a problem with your card . There ’ s a problem with your card . , What ’ s wrong with it ? What ’ s wrong with it ? , I believe it was declined . I believe it was declined . , You ’ re kidding me ! You ’ re kidding me ! , Do you have another card I could try ? Do you have another card I could try ? , I only have one card . I only have one card . ," Do you have cash , perhaps ? " " Do you have cash , perhaps ? ", I don ’ t have any cash on me . I don ’ t have any cash on me . , You ’ re not going to be able to take these items today . You ’ re not going to be able to take these items today . , I ’ ll be back tomorrow . Do you have a bf ? ," Yes , I had a bf before . " " Yes , I had a bf before . ", Why you say bf before ? Why you say bf before ? , We parted from each other last month . We parted from each other last month . , Have you got a new one ? Have you got a new one ? ," Mmmm , no . How about you ? " " Mmmm , no . How about you ? "," I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you . " " I am single , I have no real of , only an E-gf , that is you . "," Haha , so you are my E-bf . " " Haha , so you are my E-bf . ", I like you . Do you agree to be my of ? I like you . Do you agree to be my of ? ," Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be . " " Mmmm . .. OK , let's try to be . ", Wow ! Blablablabla . . . Wow ! Blablablabla . . . , Hey ! What is it ? Hey ! What is it ? , I am flying like a bird . I am flying like a bird . , LL LL , I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne . I am so happy . I want to drink a cup of champagne . , I have no champagne right now . How about this ? I have no champagne right now . How about this ? ," It's OK , so I send you this . " " It's OK , so I send you this . ", Is it made of chocolate ? Is it made of chocolate ? , It's my heart ; it's made of what you like . It's my heart ; it's made of what you like . ," Oh , I will have a sweet dream . " " Oh , I will have a sweet dream . ", Are you sleepy ? Are you sleepy ? , A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to . A little bit . I have to go to sleep though I don't want to . ," Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office . " " Yes , I do not want to see ur sleeping in the office . ", Thx.Bye for now . Kisssssssssss . Thx.Bye for now . Kisssssssssss . ," C U here , honey . " So are you going to get a new swimsuit ? ," Yeah , I think I'll get this one-piece . " " Yeah , I think I'll get this one-piece . ", Why don't you get a bikini ? Why don't you get a bikini ? , I'm too fat for a bikini . I'm too fat for a bikini . , You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ? You aren't fat . I'll bet you'd look great in a bikini . How about this thong bikini ? , I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos . I'll wear that if you'll wear these Speedos . ," I guess that one-piece isn't too bad , either . ( to be continued ) " John dates her seven times a week . , Really ? That's a straws in the wind . Really ? That's a straws in the wind . , I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her . I think so . Maybe he's fallen for her . , Yeah . They suit each other . A perfect match between a man and a girl . "Sir , I've finished your shaving . Wow , it takes years off you after having a shave . ", Really ? You've done a good job . Really ? You've done a good job . , Thank you . May I suggest you to trim your eyebrows ? Thank you . May I suggest you to trim your eyebrows ? , I have never heard that men would trim their eyebrows . Are you kidding ? I have never heard that men would trim their eyebrows . Are you kidding ? ," No , sir , I am serious . Haven't you heard that today men are becoming increasingly interested in having their eyebrows professionally groomed ? " " No , sir , I am serious . Haven't you heard that today men are becoming increasingly interested in having their eyebrows professionally groomed ? ", Do you mean that it is a trend for men to trim their eyebrows ? Do you mean that it is a trend for men to trim their eyebrows ? , Absolutely . Several men have tried it in my A shop . Do you want to try ? Absolutely . Several men have tried it in my A shop . Do you want to try ? ," Yeah , let me have a try . " Does this hotel have a pool ? ," I'm sorry , sir , we don't have one . However , in our gym , we do have swim stations . " " I'm sorry , sir , we don't have one . However , in our gym , we do have swim stations . ", I'm not sure I understand . I'm not sure I understand . ," Think of a deep bathtub that you can swim in , but against a current . " " Think of a deep bathtub that you can swim in , but against a current . ", Cool . What will they think of next ? How much are they ? Cool . What will they think of next ? How much are they ? ," Sir , guests pay nothing to use the stations . " " Sir , guests pay nothing to use the stations . ", Excellent ! Now what are the hours ? Excellent ! Now what are the hours ? ," The gym is open 24/7 , but the stations are open from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m . only . " " The gym is open 24/7 , but the stations are open from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m . only . ", I'm going to change into my trunks right now ! I'm going to change into my trunks right now ! ," I think you'll like the experience , sir . It's a great workout . " Can you tell me how to reach the bank please ? ," Which bank ? There are two , the Allied Irish Bank and the Bank of Ireland . " " Which bank ? There are two , the Allied Irish Bank and the Bank of Ireland . ", I have an AIR pass card and I want to withdraw money from the bank . I have an AIR pass card and I want to withdraw money from the bank . ," You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping centre , Dunned Stores . " " You need to go to the Allied Irish Bank which is near the local shopping centre , Dunned Stores . ", How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area . How do I get there . I have no knowledge of this area . , Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left . Cross the road and turn left at the other side . Walk along the footpath until you reach the traffic lights . You will see a shopping centre on the right hand side . Walk across the road and turn right after the shopping centre . Keep going straight for about 100m and the bank is to your left . , It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ? It sounds very complicated . How far is it from here ? , It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish . It's not so complicated . It's about five minutes walk from here . I can draw a map for you if you wish . ," Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ? " " Oh , I would really appreciate that . By the way will I be going North or South ? ", You will be going northwards . You are now in the the Western part of the city and the Allied Irish Bank is situated in the North East . Here's a rough sketch of the area . "To start with , may I ask why you chose to work at our company ? "," First , you have had an impressive growth record , ever since the company had been founded for half a century . Second , I can improve myself by working here . " " First , you have had an impressive growth record , ever since the company had been founded for half a century . Second , I can improve myself by working here . "," Well , please look at the employment contract . I'd like to go over the main details again before signing . First , you will be getting a monthly salary , and no probation is involved . " " Well , please look at the employment contract . I'd like to go over the main details again before signing . First , you will be getting a monthly salary , and no probation is involved . "," Yes , I get it . Will the medical plan cover me while on duty ? " " Yes , I get it . Will the medical plan cover me while on duty ? ", Of course . A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ? Of course . A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company . Any extended illness will be covered by insurance . Have you read the other terms of the contract ? ," Yes , I have read . In the contract , I am expected to be available up to two hours past normal working hours . Is that right ? " " Yes , I have read . In the contract , I am expected to be available up to two hours past normal working hours . Is that right ? "," Yes , any approved overtime of more than two hours will be paid twice of the salary or take time-off . " " Yes , any approved overtime of more than two hours will be paid twice of the salary or take time-off . ", That's exactly my understanding . That's exactly my understanding . ," Good . Now , you sign here , you can start work the beginning of next month . " "Hi , my name is Sovia.What ’ s your name ? ", My name is Jeff . My name is Jeff . , What do you do ? What do you do ? , I ’ m a podiatrist . What about you ? I ’ m a podiatrist . What about you ? , I ’ m a nurse.What do you do in your free time ? I ’ m a nurse.What do you do in your free time ? ," I like to play piano , go bowling and chat with my friends.And you ? " " I like to play piano , go bowling and chat with my friends.And you ? "," I like to hang out with my friends , play games and go swimming . " " I like to hang out with my friends , play games and go swimming . ", Would you like to go out some time ? Would you like to go out some time ? ," Sure , that ’ d be great.Where would you like to go ? " " Sure , that ’ d be great.Where would you like to go ? ", Anywhere with you . Anywhere with you . , Aren ’ t you sweet . "Daddy , how are you going to spend your weekends ? ", I need to finish my research paper . I need to finish my research paper . , Could you go with me to climb Kiang Shan ? Could you go with me to climb Kiang Shan ? ," Honey , I am sorry I have no time . " " Honey , I am sorry I have no time . "," Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy . " " Oh , Daddy , you should do more exercise . You are getting a little heavy . "," I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath . " " I am afraid you are right . Recently , even going upstairs makes me out of breath . "," Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes . " " Then go climbing with me , Daddy . Mountain climbing can build your muscles like Popeyes . ", Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit . Terrific ! It is also a good exercise to keep me fit . ," I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing . " " I give you my word , you must feel refreshed after mountain climbing . "," OK , I'll go . " " OK , I'll go . ", That's a deal . That's a deal . , Sure . "Oh dear , Miss , you are soaked ! Wow , it's really raining heavily outside . "," Yes , it sure is . I had to run here from work ! I need to rush as I'm on my lunch break . " " Yes , it sure is . I had to run here from work ! I need to rush as I'm on my lunch break . "," Well please , why don't you go ahead of me in line ? I'm in no hurry . " " Well please , why don't you go ahead of me in line ? I'm in no hurry . "," Oh , that's so nice of you ! Thank you very much . " " Oh , that's so nice of you ! Thank you very much . "," My pleasure Miss . Actually , could you recommend what to eat here ? I've never been here before . " " My pleasure Miss . Actually , could you recommend what to eat here ? I've never been here before . "," Sure . Well , the avocado sandwich is delicious , and it's the healthiest thing on the menu . Personally , I think the beef salad is the tastiest choice . I usually get that . Also , the milkshakes are the best milkshakes in town ! " " Sure . Well , the avocado sandwich is delicious , and it's the healthiest thing on the menu . Personally , I think the beef salad is the tastiest choice . I usually get that . Also , the milkshakes are the best milkshakes in town ! "," Well , thanks for the suggestions . " " Well , thanks for the suggestions . "," Oh , don't mention it . " "I think that show biz stars have a really easy life . They have lots of money , so they can buy almost anything they want . They ’ re famous , so everyone loves them . ", I think they must have horrible lives . All the paparazzi take photos of them wherever they go and whatever they do . They must get sick of it . I think they must have horrible lives . All the paparazzi take photos of them wherever they go and whatever they do . They must get sick of it . ," I bet they love it really . Sure , they complain about it , but that just gets them more publicity , doesn ’ t it ? " " I bet they love it really . Sure , they complain about it , but that just gets them more publicity , doesn ’ t it ? ", I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves . They only want it for their films . I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves . They only want it for their films . ," No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ’ t even pay for Drin " " No way ! They want publicity for themselves , so that they get invited to make more films , go to lots of cocktail parties , and even make albums ! They have such an easy life . They don ’ t even pay for Drin "," Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ’ s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to Wea " " Show biz stars have plenty of expenses . That ’ s why they need so much money . They need million of dollars to buy big , seclude houses and wonderful dresses . I bet most show biz stars would prefer to Wea "," I don ’ t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ’ re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored . " " I don ’ t understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars . They ’ re overpaid , over-ambitious , and over-adored . ", I think you should give them some credit . They ’ re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves I think you should give them some credit . They ’ re very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn . They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves , Come on ! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves . "Too much , Harry . Don't blame her anymore . ", But it was her that makes us so embarrassed . But it was her that makes us so embarrassed . ," I know . But there's no point in making her feel worse , isn't there ? " " I know . But there's no point in making her feel worse , isn't there ? ", I don't care . "Alright , we need to have a plan here . First of all , which bed do you want ? "," Well , everybody wants the bottom bunk . Why don't we flip a coin for it ? " " Well , everybody wants the bottom bunk . Why don't we flip a coin for it ? ", Alright . Do you have a coin ? Alright . Do you have a coin ? ," Yes . Here's a quarter . I flip it , you call it in the air . " " Yes . Here's a quarter . I flip it , you call it in the air . ", Heads . Heads . ," Sorry , it's tails . You lose . " " Sorry , it's tails . You lose . "," Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one . " " Oh , well . So you get the bottom bunk . What about our stereos ? It looks like we both brought our stereos . Probably we only have room for one . ", Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ? Your stereo is better than mine . Do you mind if we use yours ? ," No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room . " " No , I don't mind . I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room . ", Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there . Probably we can put one on that counter . And we can put one on the floor by the bed . Over there . ," Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ? " " Alright . That's a good plan . What about the desks ? We have two desks , one by the window and one by the door ? Which one do you want ? "," Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ? " " Well , the desk by the window is nicer , of course . Don't you think ? "," Yes , I agree . " " Yes , I agree . "," So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair . " " So since I got the bottom bunk , why don't you get the desk by the window ? That would be more fair . ", Alright . Alright . ," I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls . " " I mean , we could flip a coin for it , but I would probably win again . I'm incredibly lucky you know . Especially with girls . ", Is that right ? Is that right ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you . " " Well , I hope you let me hang out with you then . Maybe I can learn from you . "," Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners.Just call me Big Brother Dave . " " Oh , certainly . Certainly . I'm always willing to help beginners.Just call me Big Brother Dave . ", Are all lucky people so stuck up ? Are all lucky people so stuck up ? ," C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding . " " C'mon , don't take it seriously ! I'm just kidding . "," Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it . " " Anyway , I get the desk by the window , you get the bottom bunk . That's it . ", Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ? Why don't we start unpacking these boxes ? ," I will go get something to eat . You unpack first.Then , when I come back , I'll unpack . " " I will go get something to eat . You unpack first.Then , when I come back , I'll unpack . ", Alright . See you later . Guess what came in the mail today ? , What ? What ? , My acceptance letter to Yale ! My acceptance letter to Yale ! , Wow ! Congratulation ! When do classes start ? Wow ! Congratulation ! When do classes start ? ," Freshman orientation is the last week of august , but I want to go two weeks before that to get settled in . " " Freshman orientation is the last week of august , but I want to go two weeks before that to get settled in . ", You ’ re so lucky ! Do you have to do many things before you leave ? You ’ re so lucky ! Do you have to do many things before you leave ? ," Yes . I ’ ll be very busy ! I have to get a visa , buy a plane ticket , and pack my things . But first , I want to register for classes . " " Yes . I ’ ll be very busy ! I have to get a visa , buy a plane ticket , and pack my things . But first , I want to register for classes . ", When can you do that ? When can you do that ? ," Well , they sent me their prospectus , so I can start looking now . do you want to help me decide which classed to take ? " " Well , they sent me their prospectus , so I can start looking now . do you want to help me decide which classed to take ? ", Sure . What can you choose from ? Sure . What can you choose from ? ," Well , I have to take all the fundamental course , plus a few from my major . " " Well , I have to take all the fundamental course , plus a few from my major . ", What is your major ? What is your major ? ," I hope to major in English literature , but the admissions counselor told me that many people change their major many times in their first year , so we ’ ll see . " " I hope to major in English literature , but the admissions counselor told me that many people change their major many times in their first year , so we ’ ll see . ", What are the fundamental course ? What are the fundamental course ? ," In order to graduate , every student must take a certain amount of classes in history , math , English , philosophy , science and art . " " In order to graduate , every student must take a certain amount of classes in history , math , English , philosophy , science and art . ", Interesting . That ’ s very different from the Chinese education system . Interesting . That ’ s very different from the Chinese education system . ," Yes , it is . It ’ s also very different from the British education system . " " Yes , it is . It ’ s also very different from the British education system . ", Really ? Really ? ," oh , sure . In British , students don ’ t have to take the foundation course . " " oh , sure . In British , students don ’ t have to take the foundation course . ", why not ? why not ? , maybe because they think they know everything already ! ha ha . "Hello , have you made a reservation ? "," No , are there any vacant beds for us ? " " No , are there any vacant beds for us ? ", Of course.How do you like your room ? Of course.How do you like your room ? ," Just an ordinary one , six people living in a room . " " Just an ordinary one , six people living in a room . "," OK , how long are you staying ? " " OK , how long are you staying ? ", 3 days . "What seems to be the problem , kid ? "," I've got a sore throat , a runny nose and a headache . " " I've got a sore throat , a runny nose and a headache . ", Ah ... How long have you been like this ? Ah ... How long have you been like this ? , I am not very sure . Maybe for three days . I am not very sure . Maybe for three days . , Do you have any stomachache ? Do you have any stomachache ? , I guess so . It comes and goes . I guess so . It comes and goes . ," Open your mouth and say ah ... God , you are suffering from the swelling of tonsils . " " Open your mouth and say ah ... God , you are suffering from the swelling of tonsils . "," Is that serious , doctor ? " " Is that serious , doctor ? "," Yes , I am sure that you got the flu . You need a shot . " " Yes , I am sure that you got the flu . You need a shot . "," Oh , doctor . Do I have to ? I am afraid of needles ! " " Oh , doctor . Do I have to ? I am afraid of needles ! "," Yes , that's for sure . But it is not that bad . It's gonna be all right . " " Yes , that's for sure . But it is not that bad . It's gonna be all right . "," Oh , doctor , please ... " " Oh , doctor , please ... "," Be brave , young man . Only girls cry when given an injection . " " Be brave , young man . Only girls cry when given an injection . ", You are right . I won't cry anymore . It's raining heavily . , We have to find a shelter . We have to find a shelter . , All right . All right . , Let's go under the tree . Let's go under the tree . ," No , we can't . It's thundering . " " No , we can't . It's thundering . ", Then let's go to that store . "Before we begin eating , I'd like to present everyone with a gift from Taiwan . ", What is it ? What is it ? , It's a Taiwanese puppet doll . It's a Taiwanese puppet doll . , It's huge ! It's huge ! , Yeah . They're usually this big . Yeah . They're usually this big . , The craftsmanship is excellent . The craftsmanship is excellent . , All the parts work . All the parts work . , Thank you so much . Thank you so much . , Don't mention it . Would you recommend some places for sightseeing ? , How about Great Canyon ? How about Great Canyon ? , Is it worth seeing ? Is it worth seeing ? , Of course ! It's the most wonderful natural works . I'm so angry . I feel like killing someone . , Calm down . Donna ! How are you ? It's good to hear your voice . ," Thank you . Jack , it's always a pleasure doing business with you . " " Thank you . Jack , it's always a pleasure doing business with you . ", So how are things in the land of the free and the home of brave ? So how are things in the land of the free and the home of brave ? ," Great ! And , how are things in your neck of the woods ? " " Great ! And , how are things in your neck of the woods ? ", Things are so great here . I almost smiled myself to death last week . One of my coworkers had to give me CPR . Things are so great here . I almost smiled myself to death last week . One of my coworkers had to give me CPR . ," Oh.Jack , I have missed your sense of humor.Ha ha ha ! Nobody else sees things quite like you do.It ' s your gift . " " Oh.Jack , I have missed your sense of humor.Ha ha ha ! Nobody else sees things quite like you do.It ' s your gift . ", Or a curse . Or a curse . ," Nope , it's a gift.Anyway , we need some more of those mid-range speakers you tricked me into buying last time . " " Nope , it's a gift.Anyway , we need some more of those mid-range speakers you tricked me into buying last time . "," That , my dear , was classic sales technique delivered by a professional . " " That , my dear , was classic sales technique delivered by a professional . ", Are you still gouging your customers the same price per unit ? Are you still gouging your customers the same price per unit ? ," Heck no , we doubled the price , but because it's you , I'll let you have'em at 50 off . " " Heck no , we doubled the price , but because it's you , I'll let you have'em at 50 off . ", You silver-tongued devil . Can't you ever just answer a question with a simple yes or no ? You silver-tongued devil . Can't you ever just answer a question with a simple yes or no ? ," I could , but where's the fun in that ? " "It's four o'clock already . I hate to leave , but I think I must . ", Can you stay a little longer ? Can you stay a little longer ? ," I'm sorry , but I can't . " "Hello , Jack ! Fancy meeting you here ! "," Yes , it's really a surprise . How are you ? " " Yes , it's really a surprise . How are you ? ", Fine . How is Jim ? Fine . How is Jim ? ," Oh , he is all right . But busy as usual . Well , why don't we have a good chat at a bar ? It's been long time since we met each other last time . " " Oh , he is all right . But busy as usual . Well , why don't we have a good chat at a bar ? It's been long time since we met each other last time . ", Good idea ! How was your shopping trip Martin ? , Actually it was the most interesting day I ’ Ve had so far . Actually it was the most interesting day I ’ Ve had so far . , Oh really ? Did you find any bargains ? Oh really ? Did you find any bargains ? , I did ! I found this lovely teapot . It was the best one I saw in the shops . I did ! I found this lovely teapot . It was the best one I saw in the shops . , And how did you get around town ? And how did you get around town ? , I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do . I took a taxi . It seemed the easiest thing to do . ," Right , so you didn ’ t get lost ? " " Right , so you didn ’ t get lost ? ", I did actually but I think I met some of the friendliest people in China . They soon showed me the way ! I am sorry . I didn ’ t accomplish the job on time . , That ’ s all right . Everyone feels under the weather sometimes . Just finish the rest when you feel well . "You are in love with Mary , right ? ", You are pulling my legs ! You are pulling my legs ! , I am not blind . Anyone can see that with half an eye . Good afternoon . May I help you ? ," Yes . I'd like to check in , please . " " Yes . I'd like to check in , please . "," May I see your ticket and passport , please ? " " May I see your ticket and passport , please ? ", Sure . Here they are . Sure . Here they are . , Please put your baggage on the scale . Please put your baggage on the scale . , What's the weight limit ? What's the weight limit ? , Thirty two kilos . Thirty two kilos . , I hope my baggage aren't overweight . I hope my baggage aren't overweight . , No . They aren't . No . They aren't . , May I carry this satchel ? May I carry this satchel ? , Sure . But please attach this claim tag . Sure . But please attach this claim tag . , OK . OK . , Here is your boarding pass . Here is your boarding pass . , Which gate ? Which gate ? , Gate Four . Please go and have a seat in the waiting hall . Gate Four . Please go and have a seat in the waiting hall . , Thank you . "It depends on where you are and what position you are in . For instance , if you are in an elevator and you smile , you will make other takers uncomfortable . ", That ’ s an exception . But I am fed up with those who keep a straight face in front of me . That ’ s an exception . But I am fed up with those who keep a straight face in front of me . ," I cannot see eye to eye with you here . You see , I am fed up with those who keep smiling to me . I mean , they smile for no reason at all . " " I cannot see eye to eye with you here . You see , I am fed up with those who keep smiling to me . I mean , they smile for no reason at all . "," That means you don ’ t like them . If you hit it off with them , you will like to see their smiles . " "So , Fred , what are your plans for after graduation ? "," Well , I ’ Ve already got a job waiting for me back in my hometown . " " Well , I ’ Ve already got a job waiting for me back in my hometown . ", That ’ s cool . Have you already found an apartment to live in ? That ’ s cool . Have you already found an apartment to live in ? , I ’ m planning on living with my parents . Won ’ t you ? I ’ m planning on living with my parents . Won ’ t you ? ," I couldn ’ t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ’ d have to find my own place . " " I couldn ’ t even if I wanted to . My parents told me that if I went home , then ’ d have to find my own place . ", You mean they ’ re kicking you out ? You mean they ’ re kicking you out ? ," Not really , they just don ’ t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out . " " Not really , they just don ’ t want me living at home . My older sister did that , and she lived at home for seven years . Once she started living at home , it got harder and harder for her to move out . "," Well , it ’ s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ’ s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so . " " Well , it ’ s not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life . They said that it ’ s ok if I move back home to begin with , but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so . "," My parents just didn ’ t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ’ s important that I should learn how to live on my own . " " My parents just didn ’ t handle my older sister very well , and because of that , they want me to be more independent . They think that it ’ s important that I should learn how to live on my own . "," I know I need to learn that myself , but I just don ’ t have the money for it at the moment . Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place . " Who is it ? , Supervisor . Open the door . Supervisor . Open the door . , Wait a sec . Wait a sec . , What are you doing here ? What are you doing here ? , We're watching a football match . What's the matter ? We're watching a football match . What's the matter ? , Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep . Your neighbors complained that you were so noisy that they can't sleep . , I'm sorry about this . I'm sorry about this . , Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration . Please turn down the TV . And not another shout or I'll have to report you to the school administration . , You can rest assured that we won't disturb others anymore . "Is the room ready for the meeting , Miss Chen ? "," Yes , Mr . Li . " " Yes , Mr . Li . ", How about the microphone and speakers ? How about the microphone and speakers ? , I also have done it . I also have done it . , Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ? Good . Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants ? , Yes . They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant . "Lisa , I ’ Ve been thinking of something . ", What is it ? What is it ? , Well . I ’ Ve done a lot of business for my company . And now I feel like going into business for myself . Well . I ’ Ve done a lot of business for my company . And now I feel like going into business for myself . , Do you mean you want to sell up your company of your own ? Do you mean you want to sell up your company of your own ? , There ’ s a possibility . What do you say ? There ’ s a possibility . What do you say ? , That ’ s not a bad idea . Bet after all you should get some sound financial guarantee . Can we have two tickets for this evening's film ? , Sure.Which one ? Sure.Which one ? , Titanic . Titanic . , Where do you want to sit ? Where do you want to sit ? ," Front , please . " " Front , please . ", Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows . Are these seats all right ? They're in the second rows . , Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ? Do you have seats in the fourth or fifth rows ? , Sorry.We ' Ve nothing further back . Sorry.We ' Ve nothing further back . ," All right.We ' ll take the second row.By the way , how much is it ? " " All right.We ' ll take the second row.By the way , how much is it ? ", Thirty yuan . Thirty yuan . , Fairly expensive . Do you know anyone who ’ s had plastic surgery ? , You mean like a breast enlargement ? I don't think that's really necessary . That's not the way a woman should stay attractive . You mean like a breast enlargement ? I don't think that's really necessary . That's not the way a woman should stay attractive . , Why not ? Why can't we go back to the way things were ? Why not ? Why can't we go back to the way things were ? ," Because ... I don't know . But , Connie , you wouldn't do that , would you ? " " Because ... I don't know . But , Connie , you wouldn't do that , would you ? ", Darned right I would ! Darned right I would ! , Maybe make-up would be enough ? Maybe make-up would be enough ? ," Come on , Liz . Be open-minded ! Look at my eyes , they are puffy . And my eye bags , they are dark and loose and full of lines and circles . I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired feelings . " " Come on , Liz . Be open-minded ! Look at my eyes , they are puffy . And my eye bags , they are dark and loose and full of lines and circles . I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired feelings . ", But what would other people think ? But what would other people think ? , I don't care what other people think . I am ready for a lift . "Jack , I don't know how to write my resume . Could you tell me about that ? ", You should first write your name and contact information . You should first write your name and contact information . , What does the contact information include ? What does the contact information include ? ," Such as your land line phone number , mobile phone number and e-mail box . " " Such as your land line phone number , mobile phone number and e-mail box . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Then you should write your objectives , such as seeking a position in foreign trade . " " Then you should write your objectives , such as seeking a position in foreign trade . ", I see . It is the position desired I see . It is the position desired ," Yes . After that you should emphasize your skills , educational background and related experience . " " Yes . After that you should emphasize your skills , educational background and related experience . "," I see . Skills are about specialty , and educational background is easy as well . But what about related experience ? I have little work experience . " " I see . Skills are about specialty , and educational background is easy as well . But what about related experience ? I have little work experience . ", Don't worry . It will take time to accumulate experience . You need to be confident for yourself . Don't worry . It will take time to accumulate experience . You need to be confident for yourself . ," I see . By the way , should I write the educational background starting from elementary school ? " " I see . By the way , should I write the educational background starting from elementary school ? ", Generally from the college Generally from the college , Thank you very much . I will write it right now . "When would you like me to send those plans over to your office , Mr . Montgomery ? "," It would be good if you could get them to me by Thursday afternoon , Ms . Barkley . " " It would be good if you could get them to me by Thursday afternoon , Ms . Barkley . "," That shouldn ’ t be a problem . What is the exact address , again ? " " That shouldn ’ t be a problem . What is the exact address , again ? "," 7880 Crofton Avenue , Building 40A , Room 304 . " You've decided that you definitely want to purchase this particular one ? ," To be honest , I haven't really done much research . " " To be honest , I haven't really done much research . "," I would recommend that you at least glance through these brochures , just to make sure that you have selected the right policy for you . Take your time , Sir . " " I would recommend that you at least glance through these brochures , just to make sure that you have selected the right policy for you . Take your time , Sir . "," Thanks for your advice , after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice . " " Thanks for your advice , after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice . "," Of course , Sir . If I could have your details again and your ID , I'll check them and we can go on . " "hi , Isaiah . How are you ? ", I ’ m well . And you ? I ’ m well . And you ? , fine . How ’ s your job going ? fine . How ’ s your job going ? ," I don ’ t know if I told you or not , but I decided to start my own business . " " I don ’ t know if I told you or not , but I decided to start my own business . ", really ? That ’ s fantastic . What kind of business is it ? really ? That ’ s fantastic . What kind of business is it ? , I ’ Ve started an investment banking firm with some of my old colleagues from Goldman Sachs . I ’ Ve started an investment banking firm with some of my old colleagues from Goldman Sachs . , how ’ s it going ? how ’ s it going ? ," it started off a bit slow , but now , business is really booming ! " " it started off a bit slow , but now , business is really booming ! ", that ’ s such great news . I ’ m really happy for you ! Where is your office located ? that ’ s such great news . I ’ m really happy for you ! Where is your office located ? ," our headoffice is here in Beijing , but we ’ re planning on opening up two more offices soon . " " our headoffice is here in Beijing , but we ’ re planning on opening up two more offices soon . ", where will those be located ? where will those be located ? ," if all goes well , we ’ ll open one up in Hong Kong in April and another one in Singapore in October . " " if all goes well , we ’ ll open one up in Hong Kong in April and another one in Singapore in October . ", when will you find out ? when will you find out ? , we ’ re negotiating the final details of the leasing contracts tomorrow . we ’ re negotiating the final details of the leasing contracts tomorrow . ," well , good luck . I hope it all goes well for you tomorrow ! " " well , good luck . I hope it all goes well for you tomorrow ! ", thanks ! Is everything ready for Billy ’ s birthday party ? , Yes . I ’ Ve finished making the birthday cake and I ’ Ve put all the things on the table . Did you find the party hats ? Yes . I ’ Ve finished making the birthday cake and I ’ Ve put all the things on the table . Did you find the party hats ? ," Yes , I did . I ’ Ve put one on the table for each child . I put up the big “ happy birthday ” sign too . " " Yes , I did . I ’ Ve put one on the table for each child . I put up the big “ happy birthday ” sign too . ", Thanks . Do you think we have enough for the kids to eat and drink ? Thanks . Do you think we have enough for the kids to eat and drink ? , I ’ m sure of that . There ’ s enough food here to feed an army ! I ’ m sure of that . There ’ s enough food here to feed an army ! ," That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ’ t put any candles on it yet . " " That birthday cake looks wonderful , but you haven ’ t put any candles on it yet . ", Thanks for reminding me . I ’ Ve prepared some party games for the children too . Thanks for reminding me . I ’ Ve prepared some party games for the children too . , I ’ Ve brought a tape with lots of children ’ s songs on it . I ’ Ve brought a tape with lots of children ’ s songs on it . ," Hopefully , that will keep everyone happy . " This motor oil case is still really slippery . ," Yeah , time for more coffee ! " " Yeah , time for more coffee ! "," Sure , why not ? I think I want a chocolate chip cookie , too . " " Sure , why not ? I think I want a chocolate chip cookie , too . "," By the way , I heard Kitty's just got in a shipment of Jamaican Blue Mountain . " " By the way , I heard Kitty's just got in a shipment of Jamaican Blue Mountain . ", So what ? So what ? , It's only the rarest coffee in the world ! Didn't your momma teach you anything when you were growing up ? "What's wrong , Lisa ? You keep pacing back and forth . ", I'm nervous . I have to make a big presentation in the meeting . I'm nervous . I have to make a big presentation in the meeting . , Don't worry . You'll do fine . "So , Casey , how are things going with the photos for the press kit ? "," Yeah , I ’ Ve been meaning to talk to you about that . I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline . " " Yeah , I ’ Ve been meaning to talk to you about that . I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline . ", You ’ Ve had over a month to get this finalized ! Why are things delayed ? You ’ Ve had over a month to get this finalized ! Why are things delayed ? ," Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . . " " Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . . ", I ’ m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time ! I ’ m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time ! ," I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ’ t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures . " " I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ’ t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures . "," I ’ m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP ! " "Happy birthday , John . Many happy returns of the day ! "," Thank you , Alice . Come in to the dining-room . I ’ m going to cut the cake soon . Have some please . " " Thank you , Alice . Come in to the dining-room . I ’ m going to cut the cake soon . Have some please . "," Well , making good wishes . " " Well , making good wishes . ", Ok . I ’ m pretty happy and I can go abroad . Ok . I ’ m pretty happy and I can go abroad . , Sure . We hope your wish will come true . "Excuse me , are you American ? ", No . No . , Do you speak English ? Do you speak English ? ," A little , but not very well . " " A little , but not very well . ", How long have you been here ? How long have you been here ? , 2 months . 2 months . , What do you do for work ? What do you do for work ? , I'm a student . How about you ? I'm a student . How about you ? , I'm a student too . What time does the train for Boston leave ? ," 9:25 on Platform 12 , Track B . " " 9:25 on Platform 12 , Track B . ", When does it arrive ? When does it arrive ? ," It should be there at 11:45 , but it may be a little late . " " It should be there at 11:45 , but it may be a little late . ", How much is a one-way ticket ? How much is a one-way ticket ? , It's $ 32.00 . We're broke . , I can't believe it 。 The whether in Beijing is just beautiful . , Autumn is the best season in Beijing you know ? Autumn is the best season in Beijing you know ? , Yes . I can see . The summer heat is over . And the winter cold is still far away . Yes . I can see . The summer heat is over . And the winter cold is still far away . , What is the whether like in Washington at this time of this year ? What is the whether like in Washington at this time of this year ? , Autumn is also very nice In Washington . Autumn is also very nice In Washington . , Is it very cold in winter there ? Is it very cold in winter there ? , No . it isn ’ t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter . No . it isn ’ t . But sometimes it slows a lot in winter . , Does it rain a lot in summer there ? Does it rain a lot in summer there ? , Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily Oh . Yes . Sometimes it rains very heavily , How about here in Beijing ? How about here in Beijing ? , There ’ s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn There ’ s a lot of rain in summer . But it seldom rains in autumn , I feel it ’ s rather dry here I feel it ’ s rather dry here , That ’ s true . many people from the south don ’ t like the whether here . That ’ s true . many people from the south don ’ t like the whether here . , Are you from south ? Are you from south ? , No . I ’ m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually . No . I ’ m from the north . I was born in Beijing actually . , I see . So this is your hometown ? Excuse me . Where can I buy some cigarettes ? , There is a shop on the ground floor . It sells both Chinese and foreign cigarettes . There is a shop on the ground floor . It sells both Chinese and foreign cigarettes . , Can I also get some souvenirs there ? Can I also get some souvenirs there ? ," Yes , sir . There is a counter selling all kinds of souvenirs " " Yes , sir . There is a counter selling all kinds of souvenirs "," By the way , where is the men's room ? " " By the way , where is the men's room ? ", There is one at the end of the corridor . There is one at the end of the corridor . , Thank you . "Can you help me , please ? "," Sure , if I can " " Sure , if I can ", I want to send this small parcel to Canada . I want to send this small parcel to Canada . , By airmail or seamail ? By airmail or seamail ? , How different are these rates ? How different are these rates ? ," Your parcel weights 420 grams . So it is 21.3 dollars by air , or 6.9 dollars by sea . " " Your parcel weights 420 grams . So it is 21.3 dollars by air , or 6.9 dollars by sea . ", How long it will take by sea ? How long it will take by sea ? , About a month . About a month . ," Then , by sea , please . " " Then , by sea , please . "," Please fill out this form , and then take your parcel to the counter on my left-hand side . " " Please fill out this form , and then take your parcel to the counter on my left-hand side . ", All right . Thank you very much . All right . Thank you very much . , Not at all . "Are you interested in going sightseeing , Mr . Simpson ? I think you are here not only for the negotiation but also for sightseeing . ", I heard that there are some beauty spots and places of historical interest in this city . I heard that there are some beauty spots and places of historical interest in this city . , Shall we go to the Tiananmen Square first ? Shall we go to the Tiananmen Square first ? , That's great . I trouble you so much . Thank you very much . That's great . I trouble you so much . Thank you very much . , It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near . It's my pleasure . Shall we go there on foot ? It's very near . ," OK , let ’ s go . " "Mike , shall we book two tickets online ? "," Fine . Shanghai and Beijing are thousands of miles away . How about bullet train ? Faster and relatively cheap , I think . " " Fine . Shanghai and Beijing are thousands of miles away . How about bullet train ? Faster and relatively cheap , I think . ", Yeah . How many tickets remain ? Yeah . How many tickets remain ? ," Oh , what a shame . Only sleeping cars have tickets . Others are all out of stock . The price of the sleeping car is almost the same as the airplane.You see , the discount plane tickets are no more than 500 yuan . A good deal , isn't it ? " " Oh , what a shame . Only sleeping cars have tickets . Others are all out of stock . The price of the sleeping car is almost the same as the airplane.You see , the discount plane tickets are no more than 500 yuan . A good deal , isn't it ? ", Brilliant idea ! That will make our journey rewarding and much safer . Labor is an abundant resource here . ," One of many abundant resources , I'd like to point out . " "Good morning , Mr Croft . "," Good morning , nurse . I want to see the dentist , please . " " Good morning , nurse . I want to see the dentist , please . ", Do you have an appointment ? Do you have an appointment ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", Is it urgent ? Is it urgent ? ," Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache . " " Yes , it is . It's very urgent . I feel awful . I have a terrible toothache . "," Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ? " " Can you come at 10 am on Monday , April 24th ? "," I must see the dentist now , nurse . " " I must see the dentist now , nurse . ", The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ? The dentist is very busy at the moment . Can you come at 2 PM ? , That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ? That's very late . Can the dentist see me now ? ," I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ? " " I'm afraid that he can't , Mr Croft . Can't you wait till this afternoon ? "," I can wait , but my toothache can't ! " "How are you doing , Andrew ? ", Not well . I ’ Ve been feeling pretty lonely lately . Not well . I ’ Ve been feeling pretty lonely lately . , But you have so many friends ! How could you be lonely ? But you have so many friends ! How could you be lonely ? ," You know what they say'a friend to all is a friend to none ' . I don ’ t feel like I really know any of my friends . In fact , I should probably call them acquaintances , not friends . " " You know what they say'a friend to all is a friend to none ' . I don ’ t feel like I really know any of my friends . In fact , I should probably call them acquaintances , not friends . ", What about me ? I ’ m your friend . What about me ? I ’ m your friend . ," I know you are , you are my girlfriend . I wish I had a guy friend to hang out with sometimes . " " I know you are , you are my girlfriend . I wish I had a guy friend to hang out with sometimes . "," I know what you mean . I find it difficult to make new friends , too . It ’ s not as easy as it was when we were young , is it ? " " I know what you mean . I find it difficult to make new friends , too . It ’ s not as easy as it was when we were young , is it ? ", Not at all . Not at all . , I ’ Ve made a lot of new friends since I started learning English . Maybe you could join a club or take a class to make some new friends . I ’ Ve made a lot of new friends since I started learning English . Maybe you could join a club or take a class to make some new friends . , That ’ s a good idea . That ’ s a good idea . , What kind of qualities do you look for in a friend ? What kind of qualities do you look for in a friend ? , I ’ m not sure . I guess I ’ d like to meet some people who have a positive attitude and want to have a good time . I ’ m not sure . I guess I ’ d like to meet some people who have a positive attitude and want to have a good time . , People who play ultimate Frisbee have a positive attitude ; maybe you should join the ultimate Frisbee club . People who play ultimate Frisbee have a positive attitude ; maybe you should join the ultimate Frisbee club . , That ’ s a possibility . Thanks ! "David , what have you been up to lately ? ", I went on a trip with my family last week . I went on a trip with my family last week . , Really ? Where did you go ? Really ? Where did you go ? , We went to Europe . We went to Europe . , What cities did you go to ? What cities did you go to ? ," London , Paris and a few other cities . " " London , Paris and a few other cities . ", Did you go to Berlin ? Did you go to Berlin ? ," No , We didn't go there . I'd like to go there next time . " " No , We didn't go there . I'd like to go there next time . ", I think this summer is a good time to visit Berlin . It's a beautiful place and the people there are very nice . I think this summer is a good time to visit Berlin . It's a beautiful place and the people there are very nice . , That's what I've heard . That's what I've heard . ," I went there last year . If you want , I can give you some information I have about the city . " " I went there last year . If you want , I can give you some information I have about the city . ", Thanks . We have absolute proof that you committed the crime . , That's absolutely ridiculous ! My goodness ! She is thirty seconds faster than the world record in 5000 metres race . ," Excuse me , what did you say ? " " Excuse me , what did you say ? ", A Chinese girl has broken the world record in the Olympic Games . A Chinese girl has broken the world record in the Olympic Games . , That's incredible . I can't believe it . That's incredible . I can't believe it . , You have to . It is sure . You have to . It is sure . , How amazing ! "What do you mean his grandmothers are already dead ? Wait a minute , you don't think he's avoiding me , do you ? "," Well you know , claiming that your grandmother is sick is the classic excuse used to get out of doing something . " " Well you know , claiming that your grandmother is sick is the classic excuse used to get out of doing something . "," Oh man , I hate rejection . It really makes you feel terrible , especially when you really liked the person . " " Oh man , I hate rejection . It really makes you feel terrible , especially when you really liked the person . ", Is there anything I can do to help ? Just remember that I'm there for you if you want to talk about it . I just have to come up for air . I ’ Ve been here for too long a time . , OK . You ’ d better come back in two hours . Why do you want to work in our company ? ," Well , there are 2 reasons . First of all , I'm itching to work in a foreign enterprise . Secondly , your branch is a new establishment in Beijing . I think I'll be assigned more workload and responsibilities here . " " Well , there are 2 reasons . First of all , I'm itching to work in a foreign enterprise . Secondly , your branch is a new establishment in Beijing . I think I'll be assigned more workload and responsibilities here . ", Can you tell me something about the balance sheet now ? Can you tell me something about the balance sheet now ? ," Yes , of course . The balance sheet contains 3 major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . " I'll have to go now . , Drop in if you're free.Bye for now ! Drop in if you're free.Bye for now ! , See you . What do you think of the way people use and treat animals ? ," I think most people treat animals well , but we are often cruel to animals . When we raise animals for food , the conditions they live in are often poor . " " I think most people treat animals well , but we are often cruel to animals . When we raise animals for food , the conditions they live in are often poor . ", Perhaps people should stop eating animals . We could grow more crops . Perhaps people should stop eating animals . We could grow more crops . ," What would you do with all the animals ? You couldn ’ t just let them go . Besides , some people would still hunt them . Meat has become an integral part of our diet . " " What would you do with all the animals ? You couldn ’ t just let them go . Besides , some people would still hunt them . Meat has become an integral part of our diet . ", We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible . We could provide them with better conditions anyway . We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos . We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible . ," That ’ s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ’ s good for kids to see wild animals . " " That ’ s true . I think zoo are a good idea , because they allow people to get close to animals . I think it ’ s good for kids to see wild animals . ", I agree . I ’ m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ’ t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways . I agree . I ’ m an adult and I love going to the zoo . I don ’ t like animals experiments though . I believe that we can do tests in other ways . , I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced . I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced . , That ’ s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well . That ’ s good news . The good thing is that most people treat their pets well . ," Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare . " " Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals , but those stories are rare . ", Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals . Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals . ," Yes , I have . They do an excellent job . " Stewardess ! ," Yes , sir ? " " Yes , sir ? ", May I have a magazine or a newspaper please ? May I have a magazine or a newspaper please ? ," What kind of magazines would you like , fashion or sports ? " " What kind of magazines would you like , fashion or sports ? "," I'd like sports , please . " " I'd like sports , please . ", OK . I'll be right back with you . OK . I'll be right back with you . , Oh ! I read this before . May I have another one instead please ? "Hey , May , how are you doing ? "," Oh , I'm a little busy these days . " " Oh , I'm a little busy these days . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? , Don ’ t you know Christmas is coming ? I have a lot of things to get ready . Don ’ t you know Christmas is coming ? I have a lot of things to get ready . , But you ’ re in China . Are you planning on going home for Christmas ? But you ’ re in China . Are you planning on going home for Christmas ? ," Yeah , so I have to buy presents for everyone before I leave . " " Yeah , so I have to buy presents for everyone before I leave . ", Why not just give them money in red envelopes ? That would be much easier . Why not just give them money in red envelopes ? That would be much easier . ," Americans don ’ t like giving money , they prefer presents you buy for them . So I have to figure out what to buy for all of my family and friends . " " Americans don ’ t like giving money , they prefer presents you buy for them . So I have to figure out what to buy for all of my family and friends . "," I've got it . I won ’ t bother you any more . You ’ d better hurry to do it , Christmas is just around the corner . " " I've got it . I won ’ t bother you any more . You ’ d better hurry to do it , Christmas is just around the corner . ", I will . Merry Christmas . "Oh , I must have been sitting in the same position too long . My legs have fallen asleep . ", Shift it a little before you get up . Shift it a little before you get up . , And I need to stretch my legs now . Do you develop films here ? ," Yes , we shall . What size do you like ? " " Yes , we shall . What size do you like ? "," Well , the 4 x 6 is fine . " " Well , the 4 x 6 is fine . "," Which do you prefer , color or black and white ? " " Which do you prefer , color or black and white ? "," The last one is black and white , all the rest should need color . " " The last one is black and white , all the rest should need color . ", OK . OK . , I hope they will come out well . When should I pick them up ? I hope they will come out well . When should I pick them up ? ," They will be ready at noon tomorrow . Each negative develops one print , right ? " " They will be ready at noon tomorrow . Each negative develops one print , right ? "," Yes , it is . And develop them as glossy as possible . " " Yes , it is . And develop them as glossy as possible . ", No problem . Do you need another film ? No problem . Do you need another film ? ," Yes , a roll of Kodak film please . " " Yes , a roll of Kodak film please . ", It is totally $ 20 including the deposit for films . Oh ! Is it too hot ? I'm sorry . , Let's blow on it . Let's blow on it . , OK ! Here you go . OK ! Here you go . , Yummy ! Yummy ! Eat more ! Excuse me . Do you study Chinese at this university ? ," Yes , I do . But my characters are very bad . " " Yes , I do . But my characters are very bad . ", It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing . It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing . , Are you Chinese by birth ? Are you Chinese by birth ? ," Yes , I am . I am from Guangzhou . I am here to study international relations . " " Yes , I am . I am from Guangzhou . I am here to study international relations . ", How do you like it ? How do you like it ? , I like it so far . But my English still needs work . I like it so far . But my English still needs work . , I want to study Mandarin and public relations . Are there any seats left for Saturday night ? , I still have five seats in the mezzanine . I still have five seats in the mezzanine . ," I suppose there's nothing cheaper , is there ? " " I suppose there's nothing cheaper , is there ? ", No . Nothing . I'm sorry . I have a sweet tooth . I can not help but think about having something sweet between meals . , A new candy shop just opened around the corner last week . They have a variety of candies and it is always full of people . A new candy shop just opened around the corner last week . They have a variety of candies and it is always full of people . , That sounds really attractive . Let's go to that candy shop now . That sounds really attractive . Let's go to that candy shop now . , Are you serious ? It is always crowded with many people . Are you serious ? It is always crowded with many people . ," why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy . " " why not ? I would like to buy some candies . Since there are so many people , I think they must have delicious candy . ", Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty . Look at the candy bar over there . It is so colorful and tasty . ," They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors . " " They have lollypops , chocolate drops , fruit candy , mints , pearbrittles and toffee . They are in different colors and flavors . ", I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything . I want to get a big bag and buy a little of everything . , Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people . Me too . I finally understand why a small shop like this can always befilmed with dozens of people . ," To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not . " " To be honest , I care only about whether I can have some delicious candy eat . I couldn't care less about whether the shop is popular or not . ", You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities . You are a candy terminator . Be careful or you'll get a lot of cavities . ," That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home . " " That is true . Speaking of cavities , I am starting to feel something is wrong with my teeth now . Let's get more strawberry chocolate drops before we go home . ", You really can't live without candy . What's wrong ? ," I have a headache . These past few days I've been living off painkillers . Man , I feel like my head is going to explode . " " I have a headache . These past few days I've been living off painkillers . Man , I feel like my head is going to explode . ", You should get acupuncture treatment . My mom was always having headache issues and it was acupuncture that cured her . You should get acupuncture treatment . My mom was always having headache issues and it was acupuncture that cured her . ," The results are too slow . On top of that , just the thought of smoking needles poking into my flesh frightens me . " " The results are too slow . On top of that , just the thought of smoking needles poking into my flesh frightens me . "," They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's "" chi "" . " " They don't just randomly stick you , they find your pressure points . The heat allows the body to immediately respond to the treatment , restoring the body's "" chi "" . ", But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ? But I get scared the moment I see a needle . How could I stand having needles in my body for hours on end ? ," The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options . " " The needles are very thin , and as long as the doctor's technique is good , and the patient himself is relaxed , it won't hurt-on the contrary it will actually alleviate pain . Now there are high-tech needles that are micro thin ; they don't hurt at all . However , if you are really scared of acupuncture , scraping or cupping are also options . "," Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up . " " Scraping is too terrifying . When they finish scrapping , your body is all red , as if you were just tortured . Cupping is the same , your body ends up with red circles all over . It looks like someone beat you up . "," This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable . " " This only signifies that the toxins have left the body . Actually , there is only discomfort during the treatment process . Once it's over you feel very comfortable . "," Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more . " " Chinese medicine is strange . The patients are already ill , and then the doctor makes them suffer more . "," This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it . " " This is the only way to get at the problem . Anyway , if you want to relieve the pain , you are just going to have to be tough and do it . ", Forget it . I don't want to inflict any more pain on myself . In a little while I'll go and buy some more painkillers and take a nap . I'm here for my appointment . , What can I do for you today ? What can I do for you today ? , I have an issue with my schedule . I have an issue with my schedule . , Tell me the problem . Tell me the problem . , I have two classes on here that are at the same time . I have two classes on here that are at the same time . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . ", Can you change that for me ? Can you change that for me ? , Do you still want both classes ? Do you still want both classes ? ," Yes , I would like to keep both classes . " " Yes , I would like to keep both classes . ", I'll try to change one to a different day . I'll try to change one to a different day . , I would greatly appreciate that . "Miss , which is the movie channel ? I can't find it . "," Let me help you . OK , this is the one you want . Push this button to change the channel . We have 6 channels in all . Have a good day . " " Let me help you . OK , this is the one you want . Push this button to change the channel . We have 6 channels in all . Have a good day . ", Thanks so much . "Hi , may I get you anything to drink ? "," Yes , please . May I get a glass of lemonade ? " " Yes , please . May I get a glass of lemonade ? ", Would you like an appetizer ? Would you like an appetizer ? , May I get an order of barbeque wings ? May I get an order of barbeque wings ? ," Sure , would you like anything else ? " " Sure , would you like anything else ? "," That'll be fine for now , thank you . " " That'll be fine for now , thank you . "," Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food . " " Okay , tell me when you want to order the rest of your food . ", Excuse me . I'm ready to order . Excuse me . I'm ready to order . , What would you like ? What would you like ? , Let me have the baby-back ribs . Let me have the baby-back ribs . ," Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ? " " Sure , will there be anything else that I can get you ? ", That will be it for now . "You're in great shape , Keith . Do you work out at a gym ? "," Yeah , I do . I guess I'm a real fitness freak . " " Yeah , I do . I guess I'm a real fitness freak . "," So , how often do you work out ? " " So , how often do you work out ? "," Well , I do aerobics every day after work . And then I play racquetball . " " Well , I do aerobics every day after work . And then I play racquetball . "," Say , I like racquetball , too . " " Say , I like racquetball , too . "," Oh , do you want to play sometime ? " " Oh , do you want to play sometime ? ", Uh ... how well do you play ? Uh ... how well do you play ? ," Pretty well , I guess . " " Pretty well , I guess . "," Well , all right . But I'm not very good . " " Well , all right . But I'm not very good . "," No problem , Rod . I won't play too hard . " "Well , I'm thinking of going to see the ballet Swan Lake by the famous Russian National Ballet Troupe this evening at Beijing Grand Theater . Why don't you join me ? "," I'd like to , but I've got to write a term paper . It will be due by this Thursday . " " I'd like to , but I've got to write a term paper . It will be due by this Thursday . "," You always work too hard , Jim . As the saying goes , all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy . You should spare some time for a rest . " " You always work too hard , Jim . As the saying goes , all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy . You should spare some time for a rest . ", I know it is no good for my health if I am staying in the classroom all day . But how about my paper ? I know it is no good for my health if I am staying in the classroom all day . But how about my paper ? , Just take it easy . Come on with me . Just take it easy . Come on with me . , I'm terribly sorry I can't go with you . Shall we find some other time ? How's your mother doing ? , She is so pretty sick . She is so pretty sick . , That's too bad . I wish your mother can recover soon . That's too bad . I wish your mother can recover soon . , Thank you . Is that Room service ? , Speaking . What can I do for you ? Speaking . What can I do for you ? , I have made a reservation for my breakfast last night . But I still haven't got it . I am so hungry now . I have made a reservation for my breakfast last night . But I still haven't got it . I am so hungry now . ," I am sorry.sir , I will check for you.what ' s your room number ? " " I am sorry.sir , I will check for you.what ' s your room number ? ", 203 . 203 . , Fine.we we'll send it to you right now . "Mr . Zhang , are you still there ? ", Yes . Yes . , Can she call you back ? She is about to start a meeting . Can she call you back ? She is about to start a meeting . , That will be fine . Good afternoon . what can I do for you ? , I want to pick up my valuables . I want to pick up my valuables . , May I have your key please ? May I have your key please ? , Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . , Here is your valuable . Is that right ? Here is your valuable . Is that right ? ," Yes , thank you . " No thanks . We just need our check . Have you seen the waitress ? , Where is our waitress anyway ? Where is our waitress anyway ? ," Yes , the service hasn't been the best . Is that our waitress over there ? " " Yes , the service hasn't been the best . Is that our waitress over there ? "," I'll walk over and get the bill , since I don't think the waitress is coming over here any time soon . " " I'll walk over and get the bill , since I don't think the waitress is coming over here any time soon . ", Good idea . Just bring it back and we'll figure it out together . Good idea . Just bring it back and we'll figure it out together . , So the bill is $ 36.00 . So the bill is $ 36.00 . , How much do you think we should leave for a tip ? How much do you think we should leave for a tip ? , My first inclination is to leave nothing for a tip . My first inclination is to leave nothing for a tip . ," I agree , but we don't really know the whole story . There may have been problems in the kitchen beyond her control . " " I agree , but we don't really know the whole story . There may have been problems in the kitchen beyond her control . "," Let's leave 10 % , so that we at least leave something for the service . " " Let's leave 10 % , so that we at least leave something for the service . ", I agree . We will leave $ 3.60 for the tip . Would you like something to eat ? , Thank you . No . I ’ m late for dinner at my house . I really have to go . Thank you . No . I ’ m late for dinner at my house . I really have to go . , Would you like to call home ? Would you like to call home ? , I ’ d appreciate that . I ’ d appreciate that . , Please use the phone . Please use the phone . , Thanks . "Hello , is that Xiaogang Li who applied for the Solar Studio of our college ? "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . ", I want to know whether you will come to the interview . So have you accepted offers from other companies ? I want to know whether you will come to the interview . So have you accepted offers from other companies ? ," No , I haven't got one by now . I will go to the interview of yours . " I can't decide what I should do . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , Should I date Tom or should I date Harry ? Should I date Tom or should I date Harry ? ," That's easy . If I were you , I'd date me ! " "Well , this is certainly a nice place , Mr . Taylor . What sort of public transportation is nearby ? "," Please , call my John . Well , there ’ s a subway stop and bus station just around the corner . Do you have children ? " " Please , call my John . Well , there ’ s a subway stop and bus station just around the corner . Do you have children ? "," Yes , two . " " Yes , two . "," Well , in that case , the schools in this area are very good . " " Well , in that case , the schools in this area are very good . "," We send our kids to private school , but that ’ s good to know too . " " We send our kids to private school , but that ’ s good to know too . "," Oh , well . As far as other conveniences in the neighborhood , there ’ s a grocery store just up the block , and there ’ s lots of little shops nearby . " " Oh , well . As far as other conveniences in the neighborhood , there ’ s a grocery store just up the block , and there ’ s lots of little shops nearby . "," Great . Well , we ’ ll have to think about it , but the place looks great . " " Great . Well , we ’ ll have to think about it , but the place looks great . "," Here ’ s my card , just give me a call if you ’ re interested . " Right Rebecca . Now I see that after graduating from University your first job was ... ," For a local paper in York called the York Herald . Actually , I started with them as an intern in the beginning . I was really keen on getting some experience in the journalism , and this seemed like a g " " For a local paper in York called the York Herald . Actually , I started with them as an intern in the beginning . I was really keen on getting some experience in the journalism , and this seemed like a g ", Certainly . And after your internship ? Certainly . And after your internship ? ," They seemed impressed , and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter . I ended up staying two years there actually . I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper . I really " " They seemed impressed , and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter . I ended up staying two years there actually . I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper . I really ", Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 right . Yes I see . But you decided to leave them in 2006 right . ," Yes , that ’ s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London . " " Yes , that ’ s right . My husband and I moved to London , and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London . ", The London Weekly right . The London Weekly right . ," Yes , in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future . " Would you like to have a piece of cake ? ," No , thank you . I'm on a diet . " " No , thank you . I'm on a diet . ", Why ? You're not fat . Why ? You're not fat . ," I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer , so I must have a slender figure . " " I'm considering entering for the beauty contest this summer , so I must have a slender figure . ", Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident . Women of all shapes would be beautiful if they are self-confident . , I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only . I'm afraid the judges do not think so . All the beauty contests are for slim girls only . , Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties . Well . There's a beauty contest in Thailand just for fat beauties . , How much do they weigh ? How much do they weigh ? , All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg . All the beauties who entered the contest were over 80kg . , But I'm not fat enough to enter that contest . Hello ! ," Hello , is Doris available ? " " Hello , is Doris available ? ", This is Doris . Who's calling please ? This is Doris . Who's calling please ? ," Hi , Doris , this is Mike calling from Parker's Dentistry . I'm calling to confirm your appointment for tomorrow morning at 9 am with Dr.Parker . " " Hi , Doris , this is Mike calling from Parker's Dentistry . I'm calling to confirm your appointment for tomorrow morning at 9 am with Dr.Parker . "," Oh , I almost forgot . Thank you for calling to remind me . Actually . I do need to change the time of my appointment . I have a scheduling conflict . And I can't make it that early . " " Oh , I almost forgot . Thank you for calling to remind me . Actually . I do need to change the time of my appointment . I have a scheduling conflict . And I can't make it that early . "," If I put you in at a later spot , would that work out ? " " If I put you in at a later spot , would that work out ? ", It would have to be after lunch . Do you have anything available about 2 o'clock ? It would have to be after lunch . Do you have anything available about 2 o'clock ? ," Sorry ma'm , the only opening we have after lunch is one fifteen , but I might be able to work you in after 4 . would that be a better time ? " " Sorry ma'm , the only opening we have after lunch is one fifteen , but I might be able to work you in after 4 . would that be a better time ? "," That ’ s alright , . I think I should be able to make it at one fifteen . Can you put me down for that time slot ? " " That ’ s alright , . I think I should be able to make it at one fifteen . Can you put me down for that time slot ? ", No problem . I have you appointment changed from tomorrow morning to tomorrow afternoon at one fifteen . No problem . I have you appointment changed from tomorrow morning to tomorrow afternoon at one fifteen . , Wonderful . Thanks very much . "Hi Melissa , are you going home this weekend ? "," No , not this weekend . I have too much work to do . " " No , not this weekend . I have too much work to do . ", Where do your parents live ? Where do your parents live ? , My father lives in Washington DC . My father lives in Washington DC . , How about your mother ? How about your mother ? , My mother died two years ago . My mother died two years ago . ," Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Is your father still working ? " " Oh , I am sorry to hear that . Is your father still working ? "," No , he's retired . " " No , he's retired . ", Do you have any family here ? Do you have any family here ? ," Yes , two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about 30 miles from here . " " Yes , two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about 30 miles from here . ", Do you have any brothers or sisters ? Do you have any brothers or sisters ? ," Yes , I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who lives in Boston . " " Yes , I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who lives in Boston . ", Do you see them a lot ? Do you see them a lot ? , Not as much as I'd like to . Usually just on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas . It's very thoughtful of you to invite me to your wedding . , How can I forget my old friend ? How can I forget my old friend ? , My best wishes to you and the bride ! My best wishes to you and the bride ! , Thank you very much . How did your company's fundraiser go ? ," The fundraiser events went really well . We were able to partner with a few of our competitors , all in fun of course , to sponsor a marathon for the American Cancer Society . All of the people who participated it had a great time , and we were able to raise a lot of money to contribute to cancer research . " " The fundraiser events went really well . We were able to partner with a few of our competitors , all in fun of course , to sponsor a marathon for the American Cancer Society . All of the people who participated it had a great time , and we were able to raise a lot of money to contribute to cancer research . ", So how does it work ? How were you able to make money with the marathon ? So how does it work ? How were you able to make money with the marathon ? ," Each of the runners that participated the marathon race paid a ten dollar entrance fee . Also , they went door to door to get sponsors who pledged a dollar per mile that participants ran . All in all we were able to raise several thousand dollars . " " Each of the runners that participated the marathon race paid a ten dollar entrance fee . Also , they went door to door to get sponsors who pledged a dollar per mile that participants ran . All in all we were able to raise several thousand dollars . ", Sounds like a great deal for the American Cancer Society . Sounds like a great deal for the American Cancer Society . ," In all honesty , it's also a great deal for our company . The exposure that we gained from sponsoring an invent like this was great for our image in the community . We accomplished as much as last year's advertising campaign , plus we were able to do a little fundraising for a good cause . " Have you bought a lot of new clothes for your vacation ? ," No , I haven't . I've decided I ' m going to travel very light this time . " " No , I haven't . I've decided I ' m going to travel very light this time . ", What does travel light mean ? What does travel light mean ? ," Oh ! It means that I'm going to take only a few clothes , so I didn't have to carry a heavy suitcase . " "Excuse me , is this the baggage claim area from KL17 ? "," Yes , can I help you ? " " Yes , can I help you ? "," Well , this is my baggage claim tag . Can you get my baggage now ? " " Well , this is my baggage claim tag . Can you get my baggage now ? "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . ", Thanks a lot . This is my favourite restaurant . , It looks very nice and the food looks delicious . It looks very nice and the food looks delicious . ," Yes , there might be some food you have never eaten before . " " Yes , there might be some food you have never eaten before . ", Really ? Really ? ," Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ? " " Oh yes . Like this , for example . Have you ever eaten jellyfish before ? "," No , I haven ’ t . I have never eaten jellyfish before . " " No , I haven ’ t . I have never eaten jellyfish before . ", What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ’ s brains ? What about these ? Have you ever tried pig ’ s brains ? ," No , I have not and I ’ m not sure I want to try them now . " May I come in ? ," Yes , please . I ’ m Mr . Peter , the Director of Personnel . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , please . I ’ m Mr . Peter , the Director of Personnel . What can I do for you ? "," Nice to meet you , Mr . Peter . I ’ m Wang Sian . I ’ Ve come for an interview as requested . " " Nice to meet you , Mr . Peter . I ’ m Wang Sian . I ’ Ve come for an interview as requested . "," Oh , yes . How do you do , Miss Wang ? Sit down , please . " " Oh , yes . How do you do , Miss Wang ? Sit down , please . ", Thank you . Thank you . , What was your major in school ? What was your major in school ? , I majored in Public Relations . I majored in Public Relations . , Have you done any work in this field ? Have you done any work in this field ? ," Yes , after my graduation , I worked in a trade company in Macao for one year . " " Yes , after my graduation , I worked in a trade company in Macao for one year . ", What section did you work in ? What section did you work in ? , The export Business Section . The export Business Section . , So you must be very familiar with export procedures . So you must be very familiar with export procedures . ," Yes , very much . " " Yes , very much . ", That's good . How is grandpa doing recently ? ," Not good . The doctor told him not to smoke again , but it just rolls off him like water off the duck ’ s back ! " " Not good . The doctor told him not to smoke again , but it just rolls off him like water off the duck ’ s back ! ", Maybe I would talk with him someday . Maybe I would talk with him someday . , I hope it will be of some use . Sarah . You look terrible . What's wrong ? , My grandmother just passed away . My grandmother just passed away . , I'm so sorry to hear that . When did this happen ? I'm so sorry to hear that . When did this happen ? , A couple of days ago . I just go back from the funeral . A couple of days ago . I just go back from the funeral . , Is there anything I can do ? Is there anything I can do ? , No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time . No ... not really . The sad thing is that I wasn't there when she died . I really wanted to be there one last time . , I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ? I'm sure she knew you loved her . Did she pass away in the hospital ? , Yeah . She died in her sleep . Yeah . She died in her sleep . , I'm sorry she's gone . I'm sorry she's gone . , At least she didn't suffer . At least she didn't suffer . , I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together . I think your grandmother would want you to think of all the good times you spent together . , I know . But I miss her . I know . But I miss her . ," When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said . " " When my grandmother passed away , I frequently visited her in the cemetery . I always talked to her . Even though she wasn't there , I somehow knew she heard what I said . ", Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks . Yeah ? That's what I was thinking too . Thanks . , It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat . It looks like you haven't eaten anything all day . We should get you something to eat . , You're right ... I should eat something . Let's go . So do you think I can take it ? ," I ’ d stay over there , if I were in your shoes . " " I ’ d stay over there , if I were in your shoes . "," I know , but things are getting a bit out of hand and I just can ’ t do nothing . " " I know , but things are getting a bit out of hand and I just can ’ t do nothing . ", See your problem ? You get so restless when it ’ s time to calm down . See your problem ? You get so restless when it ’ s time to calm down . , You ’ re right . "Hi , Doris . You look a little bit down . What's the matter ? "," Well , I'm leaving Japan and I'm going back to London , tomorrow . " " Well , I'm leaving Japan and I'm going back to London , tomorrow . ", Really ! Really ! , Yeah . Yeah . , How do you feel about that ? How do you feel about that ? ," Well , I do feel quite down because I am going to miss Japan after being here for 9 months , in Japan . I am going to miss it so much , cause I've had a great time here . " " Well , I do feel quite down because I am going to miss Japan after being here for 9 months , in Japan . I am going to miss it so much , cause I've had a great time here . "," Mm , so what are you going to miss about Japan ? " " Mm , so what are you going to miss about Japan ? "," Oh , I am going to miss the people , the food , the night life . Especially the nightlife . " " Oh , I am going to miss the people , the food , the night life . Especially the nightlife . ", What especially about the night life are you going to miss ? What especially about the night life are you going to miss ? ," Well , I really like dancing . And I enjoy going out to night clubs and to restaurants and eating Japanese food also and I'm really going to miss that because it's very different to London . " " Well , I really like dancing . And I enjoy going out to night clubs and to restaurants and eating Japanese food also and I'm really going to miss that because it's very different to London . ", How are the clubs different in Japan than in London ? How are the clubs different in Japan than in London ? ," Well , here there are many different clubs you can get into , for free , you don't have to pay , some of them . In London it's really expensive for drinks and an entry fee . " Did you like the Chanel bag that I got ? , You must have a rich boyfriend because that bag is so expensive ! You must have a rich boyfriend because that bag is so expensive ! , I bought it on eBay . It was only one-tenth of the original price . And the purchase was so easy . I bought it on eBay . It was only one-tenth of the original price . And the purchase was so easy . , No kidding ! Then how do you know the bag's real ? No kidding ! Then how do you know the bag's real ? ," Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky . " " Well , it came with a certificate , and it looks real . But auctioning on eBay is risky . ", A risk I would never take ... A risk I would never take ... , Then you haven't browsed eBay before ... get online . Don't hang up ! "Next is a ballet performance , but who is the dancer ? ", I'd swear that's Eddy from circulation . I'd swear that's Eddy from circulation . , Since when did Eddy start doing ballet ? ! Since when did Eddy start doing ballet ? ! , Not very long from the looks of it ! Not very long from the looks of it ! , Look ! He has a partner ! Look ! He has a partner ! , He's dancing with Jack ! He's dancing with Jack ! , Gross ! Gross ! , The wei-ya is the one time a year you can make fun of the boss . The wei-ya is the one time a year you can make fun of the boss . , But I think Eddy is going too far ! But I think Eddy is going too far ! , You're right . They are spinning pretty fast . Aren't they getting dizzy ? What if they fall ... You're right . They are spinning pretty fast . Aren't they getting dizzy ? What if they fall ... , Oh ! Ouch ! That must've hurt ! Oh ! Ouch ! That must've hurt ! , How embarrassing ! Excuse me . Where is Q-Duck ? I remember it was around the second intersection of this street . , Q-Duck ? Do you mean the famous roast-duck store ? Q-Duck ? Do you mean the famous roast-duck store ? ," Yes , definitely . " " Yes , definitely . ", They have moved to some other places long time ago . They have moved to some other places long time ago . ," Wow , this place is quite different from ten years ago when I first came to China . " " Wow , this place is quite different from ten years ago when I first came to China . "," Yeah , a lot of changes have happened here . " " Yeah , a lot of changes have happened here . "," This street used to have few stores . But now , you can see supermarkets , shopping malls and department stores everywhere . " " This street used to have few stores . But now , you can see supermarkets , shopping malls and department stores everywhere . "," Yeah , they are my wife's heaven , but not mine . I always get lost in the supermarket . " " Yeah , they are my wife's heaven , but not mine . I always get lost in the supermarket . ", Me too ! I was lost three times ten years ago . There were no English directions then . Me too ! I was lost three times ten years ago . There were no English directions then . , Is that better now ? Is that better now ? ," Yeah , there are many English signs , and wrong spellings as many as them . " "Tell me a little bit about yourself , please . ", My name is Steven and I live in Beijing . I was born in 1980 . I have graduated from Peking University . I majored in business administration . My name is Steven and I live in Beijing . I was born in 1980 . I have graduated from Peking University . I majored in business administration . , What kind of jobs have you had ? What kind of jobs have you had ? , I have been a production manager . I have been a production manager . , Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements ? Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements ? ," I introduced an advanced product line , which increased the output and lessened the cost . " " I introduced an advanced product line , which increased the output and lessened the cost . "," What special skills do you have , can you tell me ? " " What special skills do you have , can you tell me ? "," I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel . " " I have experience in computer operation , proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel . ", I know in your resume that you have worked in your present company for 3 years . Can you tell me why you want to leave your present job and join us ? I know in your resume that you have worked in your present company for 3 years . Can you tell me why you want to leave your present job and join us ? ," Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge , but I like challenge . Your firm is a young organization with many innovative ideas . It has been very successful in expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago . Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for . " " Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge , but I like challenge . Your firm is a young organization with many innovative ideas . It has been very successful in expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago . Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for . "," Well , I think our interview is complete then . We will give you a call in ten days or so . " " Well , I think our interview is complete then . We will give you a call in ten days or so . "," Thank you , Mr . Smith . " What's our target audience for this campaign ? ," This go-around we're focusing on new moms , families with median income and one or more children under the age of two . " " This go-around we're focusing on new moms , families with median income and one or more children under the age of two . ", Do you think that's much different from the succor moms we tailored the last campaign for ? Do you think that's much different from the succor moms we tailored the last campaign for ? ," Well , there are some similarities that come up . Because both groups are made up of mothers ... so as before , we can play up on maternal instincts , hygiene , safety , along those lines . But that being said , there are some specific differences that come into play because we are dealing with mothers of infants here . " " Well , there are some similarities that come up . Because both groups are made up of mothers ... so as before , we can play up on maternal instincts , hygiene , safety , along those lines . But that being said , there are some specific differences that come into play because we are dealing with mothers of infants here . "," Right , that makes sense . What's the average age ? " " Right , that makes sense . What's the average age ? "," Demographics say an average age of 28.7 , educational background of university or post-grad , annual household income of 40-50 K a year . " Does bullfight interest you much ? , Absolutely ! Everything that ’ s thrilling turns me on . Absolutely ! Everything that ’ s thrilling turns me on . , So I ’ Ve got two tickets to the latest show but I need a little favor from you . So I ’ Ve got two tickets to the latest show but I need a little favor from you . , What is it ? How did Jim get the money ? , He borrowed it from Nick . He borrowed it from Nick . , He must be mad ! Nick is a loan shark . He must be mad ! Nick is a loan shark . , He was too desperate to find some other way . What would you be doing in U . S . A ? ," Most of the time I'll be on a tour , enjoying the beautiful scenery there . " " Most of the time I'll be on a tour , enjoying the beautiful scenery there . ", What do you want to see particularly ? What do you want to see particularly ? ," I'll go to the Yellow Stone Park , and Great Canyon . " Have you ever shopped online ? ," Quite often . It is very convenient , saving me a lot of time . " " Quite often . It is very convenient , saving me a lot of time . ", Do you have some experiences to share with me ? I want to have a try . Do you have some experiences to share with me ? I want to have a try . ," You are asking the right person . Here are two very important tips . First , you need to visit no more than one site to find the best products and prices . I can recommend you some online merchants . Second , write your mail address correctly . Otherwise , you can ’ t receive your delivery in time . " " You are asking the right person . Here are two very important tips . First , you need to visit no more than one site to find the best products and prices . I can recommend you some online merchants . Second , write your mail address correctly . Otherwise , you can ’ t receive your delivery in time . ", What about the registration procedure ? Is that complicated ? What about the registration procedure ? Is that complicated ? ," Not at all . You just need to provide your name , address , e-mail address , phone number and bank or credit card information . I will help you with that . " " Not at all . You just need to provide your name , address , e-mail address , phone number and bank or credit card information . I will help you with that . ", It is so nice of you . "Hi , I was wondering if you have my test results in . "," I didn ’ t see anything out of the ordinary , but I want you to log onto our website for a printout of all of the details . " " I didn ’ t see anything out of the ordinary , but I want you to log onto our website for a printout of all of the details . "," So , basically , I am OK ? " " So , basically , I am OK ? "," If there were any major problems , I would always notify you by phone to come in . " " If there were any major problems , I would always notify you by phone to come in . ", What will I learn when I see the results on the website ? What will I learn when I see the results on the website ? , A description of each test is given on the site . A description of each test is given on the site . , What will the numbers tell me ? What will the numbers tell me ? , The website will give you a normal range and then tell you what your results are . The website will give you a normal range and then tell you what your results are . , Are all of my test results on that site ? Are all of my test results on that site ? , Your entire test history is on the site . You can compare your results from other years . Whose part do you think is best played ? , That of the old man . That of the old man . , You're absolutely right ! That's the very figure I like best . You're absolutely right ! That's the very figure I like best . , Some of the scenes moved me into tears . Good morning . I came in answer to your advertisement for a salesperson . ," I see . Will you walk this way , please ? What experience have you had ? " " I see . Will you walk this way , please ? What experience have you had ? ", I'm afraid I haven't had any experience in just this sort of work . I'm studying business administration in college . I want to get a job that would tie in with my studies . I'm afraid I haven't had any experience in just this sort of work . I'm studying business administration in college . I want to get a job that would tie in with my studies . , Have you got any selling experience at all ? Have you got any selling experience at all ? , I worked in a department store in a small town last summer vacation . I worked in a department store in a small town last summer vacation . , Now tell me about your educational background . Now tell me about your educational background . , I graduated from Beijing University . I majored in business administration . I graduated from Beijing University . I majored in business administration . , What courses have you completed ? What courses have you completed ? ," The courses I completed are marketing , business law , business English , statistics , marketing principles , sales management , distribution theory , economies and psychology . " " The courses I completed are marketing , business law , business English , statistics , marketing principles , sales management , distribution theory , economies and psychology . ", What subjects did you like most at university ? What subjects did you like most at university ? , I liked sales strategies most . I liked sales strategies most . , Why would you like to work with us ? Why would you like to work with us ? ," It's an interesting job , and your company is one of the best known . Although I have no work experience as a salesperson , the job description you sent was very interesting . It's a job I've been dreaming of when I was at university . " " It's an interesting job , and your company is one of the best known . Although I have no work experience as a salesperson , the job description you sent was very interesting . It's a job I've been dreaming of when I was at university . ", What are your future plans and what kind of expectations do you have of the company ? What are your future plans and what kind of expectations do you have of the company ? , I have an interest in marketing and I would consider graduate study in business in the future . I think my goals will become more clear as I gain experience in sales and marketing . I have an interest in marketing and I would consider graduate study in business in the future . I think my goals will become more clear as I gain experience in sales and marketing . , Good . Do you know anything about this company ? Good . Do you know anything about this company ? ," Yes , a little . As you mentioned just now , yours is an American capital company . As far as I know your company is a world famous one which produces cosmetics and skincare products . " " Yes , a little . As you mentioned just now , yours is an American capital company . As far as I know your company is a world famous one which produces cosmetics and skincare products . ", Have you got anything to ask me ? Have you got anything to ask me ? , Will traveling be required in this position ? Will traveling be required in this position ? , Yes . Yes . , How often ? How often ? , Three times a year at most . How do you feel about this ? Three times a year at most . How do you feel about this ? , That's fine . It ’ s over . , What is over ? What is over ? , Our relationship . I mean my friend and I ... Our relationship . I mean my friend and I ... , Any reasons ? Any reasons ? , The cause is another boy . The cause is another boy . ," Oh , that ’ s too bad . " Did you have a good weekend ? , Well I wanted to go for a picnic but it rained too much . Well I wanted to go for a picnic but it rained too much . , Oh I see . So what did you do then ? Oh I see . So what did you do then ? , I washed my car instead . I washed my car instead . , Ahh . And how about on Sunday ? Did you watch the football ? Ahh . And how about on Sunday ? Did you watch the football ? , No I didn ’ t . I worked in the morning then I played tennis with my husband . "Hello , Fred . What are you doing ? ", I'm doing the business online . I'm doing the business online . ," Can you tell me the concept of e-commerce ? Now , many people mentioned the word , ' e-commerce ' , in front of me . " " Can you tell me the concept of e-commerce ? Now , many people mentioned the word , ' e-commerce ' , in front of me . "," E-commerce , or Electronic Commerce is the practice of purchasing and selling products or services over the Internet . " " E-commerce , or Electronic Commerce is the practice of purchasing and selling products or services over the Internet . ", What kinds of channels can you use in e-commerce ? What kinds of channels can you use in e-commerce ? ," We can complete a trade by email , electronic data interchange and smart cards , and so on . " " We can complete a trade by email , electronic data interchange and smart cards , and so on . ", What are the benefits of e-commerce ? What are the benefits of e-commerce ? ," Firstly , it can overcome the geographic limitation . And secondly , e-commerce can lower the internal costs . And thirdly , people like us , can also open stores on Internet . " " Firstly , it can overcome the geographic limitation . And secondly , e-commerce can lower the internal costs . And thirdly , people like us , can also open stores on Internet . ", How things have changed now ! Hi ! I need to request a wake-up call for tomorrow morning . , What time do you want the call ? What time do you want the call ? ," I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . " " I need two calls , one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen . ", We can certainly do that . Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen . We can certainly do that . Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen . ," Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ? " " Actually , can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty . am ? ", I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ? I can certainly do that . Is there anything else ? ," I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again . " " I can't think of anything . If I do think of something , I'll be sure to call again . "," Okay . Good night , sir . " "Hey , Ray , what are you doing right now ? ", Not much . Joann . Do you want to hang out ? Not much . Joann . Do you want to hang out ? ," Yes , I do . I ’ m at home myself right now with nothing much to do . " " Yes , I do . I ’ m at home myself right now with nothing much to do . "," Me , too . What would you like to do ? " " Me , too . What would you like to do ? "," Well , we could go to a movie . Have you see Shrek 2 ? " " Well , we could go to a movie . Have you see Shrek 2 ? "," I have , actually . How about the movie , Million Dollar Baby with Clint Eastwood ? " " I have , actually . How about the movie , Million Dollar Baby with Clint Eastwood ? "," Hmm ... I ’ Ve seen that , too . We could go for a walk in the park . " " Hmm ... I ’ Ve seen that , too . We could go for a walk in the park . "," We could , but it looks like it ’ s going to rain soon . " " We could , but it looks like it ’ s going to rain soon . ", I guess that ’ s out . Why don ’ t we go shopping ? I guess that ’ s out . Why don ’ t we go shopping ? , I ’ d really rather not . I ’ ll be too tempted to buy something that I can ’ t afford ! I ’ d really rather not . I ’ ll be too tempted to buy something that I can ’ t afford ! ," Ok . I guess we ’ d be not do that , either , then . What do you want to do ? " " Ok . I guess we ’ d be not do that , either , then . What do you want to do ? ", I don ’ t know . Do you want to go bowling at the new bowling alley on 1st street ? I don ’ t know . Do you want to go bowling at the new bowling alley on 1st street ? ," I would like to , but I injured my wrist last weekend . " " I would like to , but I injured my wrist last weekend . ", Let ’ s see . Do you want to go to a bar and sing some karaoke ? Let ’ s see . Do you want to go to a bar and sing some karaoke ? ," That sounds interesting , but I can ’ t drink alcohol with the medicine I ’ m taking . " " That sounds interesting , but I can ’ t drink alcohol with the medicine I ’ m taking . "," Doesn ’ t sound like that ’ s be fun , then . Do you want to come here ? " " Doesn ’ t sound like that ’ s be fun , then . Do you want to come here ? ", I don ’ t have a car . I don ’ t have a car . ," Goodness , we ’ re not having much luck here , are we ? " " Goodness , we ’ re not having much luck here , are we ? ", No . do you have a car ? No . do you have a car ? ," No , but I could take the bus . " " No , but I could take the bus . "," Oh , good . Why don ’ t you take the bus to mine and we could play Mah Tiang ? " " Oh , good . Why don ’ t you take the bus to mine and we could play Mah Tiang ? ", That sounds great ! Have you eaten ? That sounds great ! Have you eaten ? , Not yet . I ’ ll cook dinner and have it ready by the time you get here . Not yet . I ’ ll cook dinner and have it ready by the time you get here . , Perfect . Are you prepared to give me all your money ? Perfect . Are you prepared to give me all your money ? ," Huh ? We are going to play for money , aren ’ t we ? " " Huh ? We are going to play for money , aren ’ t we ? "," Oh , right . I suppose so . As long as you promise to lose ! " " Oh , right . I suppose so . As long as you promise to lose ! "," Hey ... as long as I ’ m not alone on a Saturday night , I don ’ t really care what I do ! " " Hey ... as long as I ’ m not alone on a Saturday night , I don ’ t really care what I do ! ", See you soon . See you soon . , Bye ! Excuse me ... ," Yes , sir . How may I be of service ? " " Yes , sir . How may I be of service ? ", I would like to return this item ... Are refunds allowed ? I would like to return this item ... Are refunds allowed ? ," Certainly . The customer is always right , we are here to serve you . Is there a reason that you would like to return it ? Did you have problems with our product or services ? " " Certainly . The customer is always right , we are here to serve you . Is there a reason that you would like to return it ? Did you have problems with our product or services ? "," No , no ... It was just the wrong size . " " No , no ... It was just the wrong size . ", Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund ? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size . Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund ? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size . , No . I would rather just return it . No . I would rather just return it . ," Sure , no problem . Do you happen to have the receipt ? " " Sure , no problem . Do you happen to have the receipt ? "," Yeah , right here . " " Yeah , right here . "," Ok , just a moment , please . Here you are , I need you to sign here , please . And here is your refund . Is there anything else I can help you with ? " " Ok , just a moment , please . Here you are , I need you to sign here , please . And here is your refund . Is there anything else I can help you with ? "," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", You're welcome . Have a nice day ! Good morning . Can I help you ? ," I want an American breakfast with fried eggs , sunny side up . " " I want an American breakfast with fried eggs , sunny side up . "," What kind of juice do you prefer , sir ? " " What kind of juice do you prefer , sir ? ", Grapefruit juice and please make my coffee very strong . Grapefruit juice and please make my coffee very strong . ," Yes , sir . American breakfast with fried eggs , sunny side up , grapefruit juice and a black coffee . Am I correct , sir ? " " Yes , sir . American breakfast with fried eggs , sunny side up , grapefruit juice and a black coffee . Am I correct , sir ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Is there any thing else , sir ? " " Is there any thing else , sir ? "," No , that's all . " " No , that's all . "," Good morning , sir . I've brought the breakfast you ordered . " " Good morning , sir . I've brought the breakfast you ordered . "," Just put it on the table , please . " " Just put it on the table , please . "," Do you need anything else , sir ? " " Do you need anything else , sir ? "," No , thanks . Ah , yes ! Can I have some more juice for the minibar ? " " No , thanks . Ah , yes ! Can I have some more juice for the minibar ? "," What kind of juice would you like , sir ? " " What kind of juice would you like , sir ? "," Tomato , orange and apple juice , please . " " Tomato , orange and apple juice , please . "," Yes , sir . I'll get them for you right away . Would you please sign this bill first ? Thank you , sir . " What can I do for you ? , I want to get a package of cigarette . I want to get a package of cigarette . , Have you a taste for this kind ? Have you a taste for this kind ? ," No , this kind of cigarette is too strong for me , I desire a mild one . " " No , this kind of cigarette is too strong for me , I desire a mild one . ", What about this ? What about this ? ," It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ? " " It suits my taste , I'll take it . Do you have lighters ? ", I have a lot of them . I have a lot of them . , Show me the one made of plastic . Show me the one made of plastic . ," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . ", Thank you . "Hi , are you being helped ? "," No , I'm not . I am interested in some scarves . " " No , I'm not . I am interested in some scarves . ", All our scarves are in this section . What do you think of this one here ? It's made of silk . All our scarves are in this section . What do you think of this one here ? It's made of silk . ," Hm , It looks nice , but I ’ d like to have something warm for the winter . " " Hm , It looks nice , but I ’ d like to have something warm for the winter . ", Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ? Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves . How about this one ? , I think that's what I want . How much is it ? I think that's what I want . How much is it ? , It's 75 dollars plus tax . It's 75 dollars plus tax . , It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ? It's a little expensive . Do you think it's possible to get a discount ? ," Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer . " " Since you like it so much , how about a 10 % discount ? That's the best I can offer . ", That's good . Could you wrap it for me ? That's good . Could you wrap it for me ? , Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ? Sure . Is there anything else I can get for you ? ," No , that should be it . Thank you ! " May I come in ? ," Come in , please . " " Come in , please . "," I'm sorry to trouble you , but I'd like to ask when I will get a raise . " " I'm sorry to trouble you , but I'd like to ask when I will get a raise . ", In 3 months or so . In 3 months or so . , You said the same thing three months ago . You said the same thing three months ago . ," Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up . " " Did I ? Well , anyway , you will get your raise when the economy starts picking up . ", You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ? You mean that I won't get a raise until the recession ends ? , Yes . Yes . , I got the message . I'm quiting . I got the message . I'm quiting . ," Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times and I can't be handing out raises for anyone . " " Nah , don't be so fast . We like your work here , but this company is on hard times and I can't be handing out raises for anyone . "," I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't . " " I've been here for 3 years , and I haven't had a raise in all that time . If you like my work , it should be reflected in my pay , and I feel it isn't . "," I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do . " " I hear what you're saying , and I wish there were something I could do . "," Very well , consider me gone . " What do you think of the novel you just finished reading ? ," I like it a lot . It has a very funny beginning , I think . It attracts your attention the moment you begin reading it . " " I like it a lot . It has a very funny beginning , I think . It attracts your attention the moment you begin reading it . ", What do you like best about it ? What do you like best about it ? , I like the plot . It's so full of twists and turns . I also like the main character . She is so humorous and smart . I like the plot . It's so full of twists and turns . I also like the main character . She is so humorous and smart . , What do you think of the ending ? What do you think of the ending ? ," The ending is a bit weak . It's so abrupt , like those of most other detective stories . " What does this have to do with me ? ," You know all about coffee . I need your advice , so I won't look stupid when I order . " " You know all about coffee . I need your advice , so I won't look stupid when I order . ", Order tea . Isn't that what you like to drink ? Order tea . Isn't that what you like to drink ? ," Come on , Hugh ! Tea is for wimps ! Please , I need your help . " " Come on , Hugh ! Tea is for wimps ! Please , I need your help . "," If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso . " " If you want to be macho , order a double shot of espresso . ", Now you're talking . That sounds good . What is it ? Do you have any seats available ? , Yes . This way please . Yes . This way please . , What's the special today ? What's the special today ? , I recommend our New English Pizza . I recommend our New English Pizza . , Then give me a large one and an egg drop soup . Then give me a large one and an egg drop soup . , Okay . Wait a minute please . ... So what I think we need to do is ( XXXXXXXXXX ) finish on time . ," Sorry , Tom , can you say that last bit again please ? We didn ’ t get that . " " Sorry , Tom , can you say that last bit again please ? We didn ’ t get that . "," Oh , OK , I said ( XXXXXXXXXX ) on time . " " Oh , OK , I said ( XXXXXXXXXX ) on time . "," Sorry Tom , We're having problems hearing you here . It ’ s a bit hissy . Can you hear us ? " " Sorry Tom , We're having problems hearing you here . It ’ s a bit hissy . Can you hear us ? ", ( XXXXXXXXXX ) ( XXXXXXXXXX ) , Hello ? Hello ? , ( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ’ t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX ) ( XXXXXXXXXX ) but I don ’ t think you can hear us . ( XXXXXXXXXX ) Hello ? ( XXXXXXXXXX ) ," Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ’ Ve lost you . There ’ s a problem with the line . Let ’ s try again . We ’ ll call you . " " Tom , if you can hear me , I think we ’ Ve lost you . There ’ s a problem with the line . Let ’ s try again . We ’ ll call you . ", ( XXXXXXXXXX ) OK ( XXXXXXXXXX ) . Congratulations ! Is it a boy or a girl ? , It's a boy . "Good afternoon , Felix Wassermann Associates . Lawson speaking , how can I help you ? "," Hello , this is Miao Eng calling from Lincoln Bank . " " Hello , this is Miao Eng calling from Lincoln Bank . ", B :: Miao Eng ! I'd know that voice anywhere . What can I do for you ? Any problems ? B :: Miao Eng ! I'd know that voice anywhere . What can I do for you ? Any problems ? ," No , not at all . I was just calling to tell you that everything has been checked and double checked , and there is no problem with the documents you brought in this morning . " " No , not at all . I was just calling to tell you that everything has been checked and double checked , and there is no problem with the documents you brought in this morning . ", That is good news . That is good news . , Shall I go ahead and process them for you ? Shall I go ahead and process them for you ? ," Perfect . Thanks very much for calling . See you soon , bye ! " "Would you like to have some icecream ? I've got a variety of flavors for you to choose from . I've got strawberry , peach , chocolate , coffee , vanilla and praline . "," Wow ! So many choices you have ! I wish I could , but I just can't . I'm on a diet to lose weight . " " Wow ! So many choices you have ! I wish I could , but I just can't . I'm on a diet to lose weight . "," Come on , just a bite . It doesn't really hurt to have just a bite . " " Come on , just a bite . It doesn't really hurt to have just a bite . ", I'd better not . Please don't tempt me . Please ! I'd better not . Please don't tempt me . Please ! , Gee ! You are really strong-willed . Gee ! You are really strong-willed . , You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong . You're damn right . I'm not so easily coaxed into doing something that I think is wrong . ," Well , I'd better not tempt you . Otherwise , if I give you a piece of cake , you might ask for a glass of milk . " Can I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to borrow these books . Yes . I'd like to borrow these books . , Just a second . I'll see if I can find them for you . Just a second . I'll see if I can find them for you . , Thanks . Thanks . , Here you are . You must return them within a month . Here you are . You must return them within a month . , What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ? What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month ? , You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them . You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them . , OK.Thank you very much for your trouble . OK.Thank you very much for your trouble . , No trouble at all . So long . I found it at a garage sale once . ," What a find ! So , how much does it cost ? " " What a find ! So , how much does it cost ? "," Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks . " " Well , because I like you ... ninety bucks . ", Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks . Ninety dollars is pretty steep . I'll take it for sixty bucks . ," Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five . " " Sixty bucks ? No-can-do , son . You'll be lucky if I go down to eighty-five . ", Eighty-five ? That's the best you can do ? I'll come back later ... What does it cost to ride this bus ? , The fare is $ 1.25 . The fare is $ 1.25 . , Have you been driving buses a long time ? Have you been driving buses a long time ? , I haven't been driving for long — only for a few months . I haven't been driving for long — only for a few months . , Do you like to drive the bus ? Do you like to drive the bus ? , Not in the least bit . Not in the least bit . , I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver . I would have never dreamed of ever becoming a bus driver . , I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money . I never dreamed of doing this either . The only thing I like about it is the money . , It was really fun chatting with you . It was really fun chatting with you . , It was really nice talking to you too . It was really nice talking to you too . , Have a good one . Have a good one . , I'll have a good day once this day is over . Look at the cloud . , It's going to rain . It's going to rain . , Let's go quickly . Maintenance Department . May I come in ? ," Come in , please . " " Come in , please . ", Did you call us ? Did you call us ? , Yes . The television is not working properly . Yes . The television is not working properly . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? ," The remote control doesn't work . I turned on the television , but I can't change the channel . " " The remote control doesn't work . I turned on the television , but I can't change the channel . "," Let me have a look . I think the batteries should be changed . Let me replace them with new ones . Now , it's working . " " Let me have a look . I think the batteries should be changed . Let me replace them with new ones . Now , it's working . ", That's great . That's great . , Is there anything else I can do for you ? Is there anything else I can do for you ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . "," If you have any problems , just call us . " " If you have any problems , just call us . ", OK . Thank you . "I need to get on another bus , but I have no more money . ", Where'd the rest of your money for the bus go ? Where'd the rest of your money for the bus go ? , I spent it on a bag of chips . I spent it on a bag of chips . ," Well , that was an intelligent thing to do . " " Well , that was an intelligent thing to do . ", You don't have any spare change ? You don't have any spare change ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", How am I going to get home ? How am I going to get home ? , You should just ask the bus driver for a transfer . You should just ask the bus driver for a transfer . , How much does that cost ? How much does that cost ? , It's free ; just go ask for one . It's free ; just go ask for one . , Thanks for letting me know . Thanks for letting me know . ," No problem , just go ask . " "Hello , Mike , long time no see . How's everything going ? ", Not bad . Thank you . You look great today . And how is your husband ? Not bad . Thank you . You look great today . And how is your husband ? ," He caught a cold yesterday , but he feels much better now . " " He caught a cold yesterday , but he feels much better now . "," Well , I'm glad to hear that . Please give my regards to him . " " Well , I'm glad to hear that . Please give my regards to him . ", I sure will . Thanks . I wish I had access to the public library . , it's easy ! Just go and get a card . Are you leaving ? , I ’ m going to work . I ’ m going to work . , You have a job ? You have a job ? , I ’ m going to work at the polling place . I ’ m going to work at the polling place . , You ’ re working there this year ? You ’ re working there this year ? , I work there every year . I work there every year . , How are you able to work at the polling place ? How are you able to work at the polling place ? , I applied for the job online . I applied for the job online . , Sounds like fun . Sounds like fun . , It ’ s a fun job . It ’ s a fun job . ," They don ’ t pay a lot , do they ? " " They don ’ t pay a lot , do they ? ", They pay enough . "Nurse , I am sure to die soon . They just don't tell me the truth , I know . "," But I don't think so . No one has ever said a word that you are to die , only yourself . That means you are not willing to die , right ? Actually , you are recovering and what you imagine as your worry is slowing down the treatment . Many cases worse than yours turned out to be hopeful and successful . You must be confident . Your condition is much better physically , but a little bi difficult mentally . The most important thing for you now is cooperation with us . " " But I don't think so . No one has ever said a word that you are to die , only yourself . That means you are not willing to die , right ? Actually , you are recovering and what you imagine as your worry is slowing down the treatment . Many cases worse than yours turned out to be hopeful and successful . You must be confident . Your condition is much better physically , but a little bi difficult mentally . The most important thing for you now is cooperation with us . ", Is what you said really true ? Is what you said really true ? , Of course . I am a nurse and a nurse tells the truth . Of course . I am a nurse and a nurse tells the truth . , Thank you . Anything interesting in this city ? , We have a beautiful natural park . We have a beautiful natural park . , It's worth the time . It's worth the time . , Come on.Let ' s walk there . "Man , I'm hungry . Do you know a good place to have lunch ? "," Yes , I know a great place . What types of food do you like ? " " Yes , I know a great place . What types of food do you like ? "," Mexican , Japanese or Chinese would be great . " " Mexican , Japanese or Chinese would be great . "," Oh , I know a place where you might like to eat . " " Oh , I know a place where you might like to eat . ", Is it close by ? Is it close by ? , It's down a block on the right ; can I show you the way ? It's down a block on the right ; can I show you the way ? ," OK , I'd love the company . " " OK , I'd love the company . ", This will work out well . I'm getting hungry just thinking about it . Did you punch in ? ," Yes . By the way , you are having a great make-up today . I like the color of your lipstick . So adorable ! " " Yes . By the way , you are having a great make-up today . I like the color of your lipstick . So adorable ! ", Really ? It took me really a while to find the color . I am happy you like it . Really ? It took me really a while to find the color . I am happy you like it . ," Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ? " " Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ? "," Sure , when those never ending meetings . " "How do you like your job here , Linda ? "," It's interesting , I like being an editor . " " It's interesting , I like being an editor . ", Why ? Why ? ," I like talking to writers , I get to meet a lot of interesting people . " " I like talking to writers , I get to meet a lot of interesting people . "," I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring . " " I'm happy to hear that , but publishing is more than just talking to writers . it involves a lot of work , patience and responsibility . Most of the work is boring . ", I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry . I don't feel bored at all . I'm getting along with my colleagues . I will enjoy working with them . People are great in this industry . , Do you have any complaints ? Do you have any complaints ? ," No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ? " " No , I have no complaints . I hear there are many opportunities to move up in this company . is that true ? "," Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well . " " Yes , you have many opportunities to grow in this company as long as you do well . ", That's perfect . I will definitely do well . Does the material stand washing ? ," Sure.This material is not only washable but also unshrinkable , sun-resistant , crease-resistant , resilient . " " Sure.This material is not only washable but also unshrinkable , sun-resistant , crease-resistant , resilient . ", Is it drip-dry ? Is it drip-dry ? ," Yes , you have a good eye for materials . " "Why , Tom ? It's five to six already and you are still writing here . ", So what ? Are we going anywhere ? So what ? Are we going anywhere ? ," Yes , have you forgotten ? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight . " " Yes , have you forgotten ? We have arranged to go to Mary's to watch some videos tonight . "," Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it.Well , can I take a rain check ? " " Oh , I'm sorry I forgot all about it.Well , can I take a rain check ? ", What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there . What's the matter with you ? You are the one that persuaded all of us to go there . ," I'm terribly sorry , Rose.But I have to finish this paper by tomorrow or professor Martin will kill me . " "Hello , is that 2896919 16 ? "," Yes , this is Holiday Inn reservation . " " Yes , this is Holiday Inn reservation . ", Can you book me a room with a bath for August 28 ? Can you book me a room with a bath for August 28 ? ," Yes.Your name , please ? " Which season do you like best ? , Autumn . Autumn is the best season in Beijing . Autumn . Autumn is the best season in Beijing . ," I like autumn , too . Where I'm from , Autumn is the best time of year . " Thanks for coming to see me today . , It's no problem . I was really missing you anyway . It's no problem . I was really missing you anyway . , I missed you too . I missed you too . , Why haven't you tried to come see me then ? Why haven't you tried to come see me then ? , I've been really busy . I've been really busy . , Doing what ? Doing what ? , Working . Working . ," I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too . " " I would've come to see you sooner , but I've been busy too . ", What have you been doing ? What have you been doing ? , I've been working too . I've been working too . ," Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me . " " Well regardless , I'm very happy that you came to see me . ", I am too . "Don't have some relation with him . You know , he is not a kind man . ", Yeah . Sometimes I just cannot accept his behavior . Yeah . Sometimes I just cannot accept his behavior . ," If you attack him , be sure you ’ ll get a Roland for an Oliver . " " If you attack him , be sure you ’ ll get a Roland for an Oliver . "," OK , it ’ s better to be far away from him . " "Come to think of it , there is one rule in this house , Mary . ", What is it ? What is it ? ," When you go out with friends , I don't want you to stay out too late . " " When you go out with friends , I don't want you to stay out too late . ", Okay . Okay . , We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 . We maintain a curfew for Cindy because she's just 16 . , How late can we stay out ? How late can we stay out ? , You can stay out till 10 p . m . You can stay out till 10 p . m . , But if we're going to be late ? But if we're going to be late ? , Then you call me or Tom first . we really were lucky . We got the last available table for two---and we didn't even have a reservation ! Did you see the long lines behind us ? ," yeah , I'm glad that we didn't have to wait long . I'm starving ! " " yeah , I'm glad that we didn't have to wait long . I'm starving ! ", let's take a look at the menu so we can order . Do you want to choose an appetizer for us to share ? let's take a look at the menu so we can order . Do you want to choose an appetizer for us to share ? ," what would you rather have , samosas or poppadoms ? " " what would you rather have , samosas or poppadoms ? ", I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa . I heard that one of their specialities is the samosa . ," well , let's get a plate of those then . " " well , let's get a plate of those then . ", sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ? sounds good . What are you going to have for your main course ? , I think I might have a dahl . I think I might have a dahl . , what's in a dahl ? what's in a dahl ? , it's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice . it's got chickpeas and vegetables in a spicy curry sauce with rice . , that sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ? that sounds nice . Do you want to share some kebabs as well ? , ok . How about some lamb kebabs ? ok . How about some lamb kebabs ? , that's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ? that's my favourite . Do you want to have some wine or beer ? , I think I'll have a beer . I think I'll have a beer . ," ok , shall I flag down the waitress ? " " ok , shall I flag down the waitress ? ", I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round . I wouldn't recommend it . I think we should wait until she comes round . , you're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me ! you're right . That might seem a bit rude . It's a good thing I've got you with me ! , what would you do without me ? Here ! Here ! Use my card ! , No you don't ! I should treat my new brother-in-law ! No you don't ! I should treat my new brother-in-law ! ," Not on my life ! I'm the best man , so I pay ! " " Not on my life ! I'm the best man , so I pay ! "," OK , OK . On one condition . " " OK , OK . On one condition . ", What's that ? What's that ? ," You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat ! " " You come back here with me tomorrow , and it's my treat ! "," You've got it ! But are we coming back for the music , or for the fruit ? ! " What am I supposed to do with this plastic cup ? , That cup is for a urine sample . That cup is for a urine sample . ," How , exactly , does this work ? " " How , exactly , does this work ? ", This particular test calls for you to urinate into the cup after you have urinated a little into the toilet . This particular test calls for you to urinate into the cup after you have urinated a little into the toilet . ," When I finish , what should I do then ? " " When I finish , what should I do then ? "," You need to leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom , and the lab tech will get it from the other side . " " You need to leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom , and the lab tech will get it from the other side . ", What is my doctor testing me for ? What is my doctor testing me for ? ," If there are bacteria in your urine , it could mean an infection somewhere . " " If there are bacteria in your urine , it could mean an infection somewhere . ", Will I know the results right away ? Will I know the results right away ? , Your doctor will be contacting you with the results . Excuse me . Can I open a postal savings account in your office ? , Of course . What kind of postal savings account do you want to open ? Of course . What kind of postal savings account do you want to open ? , Hum .. Can you recommend me one with high interest ? Hum .. Can you recommend me one with high interest ? , OK . We offer a few different kinds of postal saving services . They have different interest rates . OK . We offer a few different kinds of postal saving services . They have different interest rates . , I want the one with the highest interest rate . I want the one with the highest interest rate . , That would be our Savers Plus account . You must pay 10 000 yuan into your deposit account . In this way you can get 5 % dividend at the end of the year . That would be our Savers Plus account . You must pay 10 000 yuan into your deposit account . In this way you can get 5 % dividend at the end of the year . , All right . I'II open this one . All right . I'II open this one . ," Just fill out these forms , and I ’ ll be with you in one second . " What's your favourite steps ? , It's hard to say . But I do love waltz very much . It's hard to say . But I do love waltz very much . , How about rumba ? How about rumba ? ," To tell the truth , I don't like it . " " To tell the truth , I don't like it . "," Really ? You must like tango , right ? " " Really ? You must like tango , right ? "," Oh , it's really beautiful , but I just can't dance it well . " " Oh , it's really beautiful , but I just can't dance it well . ", Don't be so modest . I'm sure you can dance it very well . Let's dance it now . Don't be so modest . I'm sure you can dance it very well . Let's dance it now . , OK . I'll have a try . OK . I'll have a try . ," Oh , you dance it so well . " " Oh , you dance it so well . ", Thank you for your compliment . Thank you for your compliment . , I think I'm your lucky fellow . "Excuse me , is this seat taken ? ", I ’ m afraid this seat is taken . I ’ m afraid this seat is taken . , Oh . is it . Thank you anyway . Oh . is it . Thank you anyway . , You ’ re welcome . Why don ’ t you ask the conductor when he comes by ? You ’ re welcome . Why don ’ t you ask the conductor when he comes by ? , Thank you . "Look , George , There's the Great Wall . ", I see . It's on top of the hills . I see . It's on top of the hills . ," Yeah , it stretches over for thousands of miles . " " Yeah , it stretches over for thousands of miles . ", I know . It's a major symbol of China . I know . It's a major symbol of China . , Where can we climb it ? Where can we climb it ? , Do we have any choices ? Do we have any choices ? ," Well , we could take the cable car . " " Well , we could take the cable car . "," Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think . " " Ah ... let's just climb . It's more fun , I think . ", Okay . Let's go . Okay . Let's go . ," Well , that was tough . " " Well , that was tough . ", But we made it . But we made it . , This looks great . When was it built ? This looks great . When was it built ? , It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago . It was first built about twenty-five hundred years ago . , That's remarkable . That's remarkable . , There are so many ancient relics in China . "May I order , please ? ", Of course . Of course . , I would like sirloin steak and tomato salad . I would like sirloin steak and tomato salad . , Do you take dressing on your salad ? Do you take dressing on your salad ? ," Yes , blue Cheese please . " Now I know why I split up with Mike . We found we were simply not good for each other . , In what ways ? In what ways ? ," Well , he is a typical Sagittarius guy , while I am a Cancer . We aren't really compatible " " Well , he is a typical Sagittarius guy , while I am a Cancer . We aren't really compatible "," Ha-ha , so you believe in astrology ? " " Ha-ha , so you believe in astrology ? "," What's strange about that ! As a person born under the sign of Cancer , I am home-loving and wish for a peaceful family life . But according to astrology , Sagittarius guys are too adventurous and risk-taking.They seldom think of leading a settled and peaceful life . " " What's strange about that ! As a person born under the sign of Cancer , I am home-loving and wish for a peaceful family life . But according to astrology , Sagittarius guys are too adventurous and risk-taking.They seldom think of leading a settled and peaceful life . ", Is that so ? I'm afraid it is too narrow-minded to judge people using astrology . It's all stereotypes ! Is that so ? I'm afraid it is too narrow-minded to judge people using astrology . It's all stereotypes ! ," But in my case , the fact matches the theory . Mike is humorous , energetic , always as fresh as a daisy , but probably too ambitious . It frightens me ! " " But in my case , the fact matches the theory . Mike is humorous , energetic , always as fresh as a daisy , but probably too ambitious . It frightens me ! "," But as far as I remember , you two caught on like a house on fire when you first met . " " But as far as I remember , you two caught on like a house on fire when you first met . "," Exactly . But later on , he cares more about his career than love . Work seems to be the better all , and all for him-so much that he doesn't even grudge sparing a day out with me . " I have puzzled my brain about how to teach the children . , What is your problem ? What is your problem ? , My children can never be obedient even if I criticized them severely . My children can never be obedient even if I criticized them severely . , You need not always do that . Why don ’ t you pat them on the back occasionally ? Bell Captain . May I help you ? , Yes . This is Mr . Wang in Room 1305 . Please send up a boy to help me with my luggage . Yes . This is Mr . Wang in Room 1305 . Please send up a boy to help me with my luggage . ," Certainly , sir . How much luggage do you have ? " " Certainly , sir . How much luggage do you have ? "," Well , two big suitcases and two small bags . " " Well , two big suitcases and two small bags . ", I'll send someone up right away . Do you mind if we call on you this evening ? ," Of course not , we'd be happy if you could come.What time will you be able to come ? " " Of course not , we'd be happy if you could come.What time will you be able to come ? ", How about seven o'clock ? How about seven o'clock ? , Fine.We ' ll be expecting you . Have you seen the news that there is a serious flood in the South ? , Yes . I've got to cancel my traveling plan . Yes . I've got to cancel my traveling plan . , What a pity ! I know you've been longing for it these months . What a pity ! I know you've been longing for it these months . , The only thing I can do now is waiting for another chance . Hi . I want to get something nice for my niece . ," Well , I've never heard of a little girl that didn't love Barbie dolls . " " Well , I've never heard of a little girl that didn't love Barbie dolls . "," I like that suggestion . Show me one , please . " " I like that suggestion . Show me one , please . ", Here you go — Digital Barbie . Here you go — Digital Barbie . ," Oh , my niece will love her ! How much for her ? " " Oh , my niece will love her ! How much for her ? ", Barbie is our best seller . She's only $ 29.95 . Barbie is our best seller . She's only $ 29.95 . , That's great . I'll take her . That's great . I'll take her . , Your niece will love this . Anything else ? Your niece will love this . Anything else ? ," Thank you , but no . This will do it for now . " " Thank you , but no . This will do it for now . "," With the tax , your total is $ 32.42 . Would you like to charge it ? " " With the tax , your total is $ 32.42 . Would you like to charge it ? "," I'll pay cash , thank you . " " I'll pay cash , thank you . ", Thank you for shopping here . what are your strong points ? ," well , I ’ m very good with people . I ’ m honorable . I work hard . I work well under pressure . And I ’ m patient . " " well , I ’ m very good with people . I ’ m honorable . I work hard . I work well under pressure . And I ’ m patient . ", what kind of people do you like to work with ? what kind of people do you like to work with ? , I like a person who works hard . I don ’ t like lazy people . I like a person who works hard . I don ’ t like lazy people . , what ’ s your greatest strength ? what ’ s your greatest strength ? ," well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ’ m a quick learner . " " well , this is a challenging question . I suppose I would say that I ’ m a quick learner . "," so , you ’ re smart . " " so , you ’ re smart . ", I think so . I think that I am good at what I do . I think so . I think that I am good at what I do . , what do you consider your weakness ? what do you consider your weakness ? , I ’ m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public . I ’ m not good at speaking in public . I feel uncomfortable when I speak in public . , that ’ s not a problem . It ’ s unnecessary for this position . "Hong , I really need to call back to the UK but I can ’ t afford to pay for the roaming charges . "," Well , why don ’ t you use a local SIM card ? " " Well , why don ’ t you use a local SIM card ? ", Can I do that ? Can I do that ? , Yes . Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card . Then insert it into your phone . Yes . Just go to the convenience store and ask for a SIM card . Then insert it into your phone . , I see . How much will that cost ? I see . How much will that cost ? , Well it ’ s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK . Well it ’ s 100 RIB for the SIM card then it will cost you about 10 RIB per minute to call the UK . ," Wow , that is cheap . Thank you very much . " "Excuse me , I have something to trouble you . ", Yes ? I'll be very glad if I could be of any help to you . Yes ? I'll be very glad if I could be of any help to you . ," An hour ago , I bought this vase with my tourist . " " An hour ago , I bought this vase with my tourist . "," Oh , yes . I remember it clearly . Is there anything wrong with it ? " " Oh , yes . I remember it clearly . Is there anything wrong with it ? ", I'm afraid so . We found this crack on the bottom when I went back to my hotel . I'm afraid so . We found this crack on the bottom when I went back to my hotel . ," Oh , how awful ! Let me have a look , I'm terribly sorry . It was most thoughtless of me . Would you excuse me , please ? " " Oh , how awful ! Let me have a look , I'm terribly sorry . It was most thoughtless of me . Would you excuse me , please ? "," Oh , It's quite all right , I suppose . It can't be helped sometimes . " " Oh , It's quite all right , I suppose . It can't be helped sometimes . ", It's very kind of you to say so . How about changing another one for you ? It's very kind of you to say so . How about changing another one for you ? , All right . Thank you . All right . Thank you . ," Just a minute , please . I won't be long . I'm sure this one is perfect . You may examine it carefully . " " Just a minute , please . I won't be long . I'm sure this one is perfect . You may examine it carefully . "," Oh , yes , it is . I'll take this one . " " Oh , yes , it is . I'll take this one . ", I'm very sorry for any inconvenience I've caused you . I'm very sorry for any inconvenience I've caused you . ," Well , there's no reason to apologize for such a trifle thing . " I came to this lab to have my blood drawn . , You are in the right place . Roll up your left sleeve and have a seat . You are in the right place . Roll up your left sleeve and have a seat . , What am I being tested for ? What am I being tested for ? , Your doctor wants to know what your white blood cell count is . Your doctor wants to know what your white blood cell count is . , What does my white blood cell count tell him ? What does my white blood cell count tell him ? ," Usually if your white count is off , the doctor suspects an infection . " " Usually if your white count is off , the doctor suspects an infection . ", How much will it hurt ? How much will it hurt ? , It is only a pin prick . I have to put this tourniquet on your arm to make the vein easier to find . It is only a pin prick . I have to put this tourniquet on your arm to make the vein easier to find . , Is that my blood going into that tube ? Is that my blood going into that tube ? , That blood that just filled the tube is all that I needed . Thanks for coming in ! Hello ? Hello ? , ( No response ; Silence ) ( No response ; Silence ) ," Hello ? Who is calling , please ? " " Hello ? Who is calling , please ? ", ( No response ) ( No response ) ," Listen , I know who you are . If you call this number again , I ’ ll call the police . You ’ ll be arrested . I ’ Ve got your number . " Why do you want to be a stewardess ? , I have always enjoyed flying . And I am good with people . I have always enjoyed flying . And I am good with people . , Could you handle flying for 24 hours straight ? Could you handle flying for 24 hours straight ? ," Yes , I can adjust to anything . " " Yes , I can adjust to anything . ", That's good . That's good . , I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid . I am also calm under pressure and trained in first aid . , You should very qualified . You should very qualified . , Thank you . It has always been my dream to be a stewardess . "Hi , my name is Violet . Come with me , and I'll help you wash your hair . ", My hair is kind of dry and brittle ... My hair is kind of dry and brittle ... ," I'll pick a shampoo that's just right for your hair type . Sit right here , and rest your neck on the side of the sink . Is the water too hot ? " " I'll pick a shampoo that's just right for your hair type . Sit right here , and rest your neck on the side of the sink . Is the water too hot ? "," No , it's just perfect . " " No , it's just perfect . ", Let me know if I'm using too much force . Let me know if I'm using too much force . ," No , really , it feels great . " " No , really , it feels great . "," OK ! You're all set ! Come back with me to your seat , and Eva will be right with you . " Jason Emory speaking . ," Hi , Jason . It ’ s Elizabeth Montgomery . Have you got those plans drawn up yet ? " " Hi , Jason . It ’ s Elizabeth Montgomery . Have you got those plans drawn up yet ? ", Yeah . They were just sent over to your office . You should have them in about half an hour . Yeah . They were just sent over to your office . You should have them in about half an hour . , Thanks a lot . Sorry to trouble you . "Excuse me , Mr . , Macmillan ? Could you tell me the fax number for Mr . Winthrop ’ s office , please ? "," Sure . I have it right here . 232-2453 . If that one doesn ’ t work , try 232-2456 . " " Sure . I have it right here . 232-2453 . If that one doesn ’ t work , try 232-2456 . "," Okay – that ’ s 232-2453 , or 232-2456 . " " Okay – that ’ s 232-2453 , or 232-2456 . ", That ’ s right . Ted is so scared by dogs that he shakes in his shoes whenever he sees one . , The reason is that he once was bitten by a dog . The reason is that he once was bitten by a dog . , No wonder . "Where are you going to spend your holidays this year , Tom ? "," We may go abroad , my wife wants to go to Egypt , and I'd like to go there too . We haven't made up our mind yet . " " We may go abroad , my wife wants to go to Egypt , and I'd like to go there too . We haven't made up our mind yet . ", Will you travel by sea or by air ? Will you travel by sea or by air ? , We may travel by sea . It's cheaper . We may travel by sea . It's cheaper . , I'm sure you'll enjoy yourselves . Now the coals are just right . I can start grilling . , Here you go . I made up the burger patties for you . Here you go . I made up the burger patties for you . ," Thanks . Smell the hickory chips ? They give the meat a nice , smoky flavor . " " Thanks . Smell the hickory chips ? They give the meat a nice , smoky flavor . ", I'll take over for a while to give you a break . I'll take over for a while to give you a break . ," Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce . " " Sorry . This is a one-man job . I've got the grill just how I like it , and I've made up my own special sauce . ", Then I'll tell folks the food's ready . Come and get it ! I've always wanted to say that ! The boy threw up . , That's disgusting . "Those are today ’ s top stories . Now let ’ s go to John for the weather . John , what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers ? "," I ’ m afraid we ’ re in for a rough weekend , Mary . There is a storm system moving through the East Coast . It will be drizzling all day today , and there ’ s a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this eve " " I ’ m afraid we ’ re in for a rough weekend , Mary . There is a storm system moving through the East Coast . It will be drizzling all day today , and there ’ s a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this eve ", That ’ s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ? That ’ s pretty chilly for the summer ! Will it rain on Saturday ? ," Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Sout " " Unfortunately , yes . It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day . There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Sout ", That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday . That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday . ," It gets better on Sunday , though . The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night . It will still be rather cool , with highs in the low 50s . The West Coast will be experiencing some " "Hi , how are you doing ? ", I'm fine . How about yourself ? I'm fine . How about yourself ? , I'm pretty good . Thanks for asking . I'm pretty good . Thanks for asking . , No problem . So how have you been ? No problem . So how have you been ? , I've been great . What about you ? I've been great . What about you ? , I've been good . I'm in school right now . I've been good . I'm in school right now . , What school do you go to ? What school do you go to ? , I go to PCC . I go to PCC . , Do you like it there ? Do you like it there ? , It's okay . It's a really big campus . It's okay . It's a really big campus . , Good luck with school . Good luck with school . , Thank you very much . "I ’ d like to make a collect call to Beijing China , please . "," What ’ s the number you are calling , please ? " " What ’ s the number you are calling , please ? ", The number I am calling is 86-10- 4016-9988 The number I am calling is 86-10- 4016-9988 , What ’ s the name of the person you are calling ? What ’ s the name of the person you are calling ? ," Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H " " Marty Smith . M-A-R-T-Y , S-M-I-T-H "," Thanks . What ’ s your name and phone number , please ? " " Thanks . What ’ s your name and phone number , please ? ", My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 . My name is Jennifer Smith . My phone number is 610-934-9901 . ," Thank you . I ’ ll put the call through for you . Hold on the line , please . " "Passport , please , madam . "," Just a minute , please . It's in my bag . Here it is . " " Just a minute , please . It's in my bag . Here it is . ", Thank you . Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form . Thank you . Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form . , All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ? All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ? ," No , only the articles listed on the Declaration . " My sister was taken to the hospital yesterday , What happened ? What happened ? ," She was hit by a car . Luckily , she wasn't seriously hurt . " " She was hit by a car . Luckily , she wasn't seriously hurt . "," Let's buy some flowers , and pay her a visit " " Let's buy some flowers , and pay her a visit ", We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon We'll have to hurry ; visiting hours will be over soon , OK . Let's go I was wondering if I could collect unemployment benefits . , Did you get laid off ? Did you get laid off ? ," I am still working for now , but I might get laid off . " " I am still working for now , but I might get laid off . ", You may collect unemployment if you are working fewer hours or got laid off . You may collect unemployment if you are working fewer hours or got laid off . , Does everyone who gets laid off get to collect unemployment ? Does everyone who gets laid off get to collect unemployment ? ," No , some jobs are exempt from paying into unemployment . " " No , some jobs are exempt from paying into unemployment . ", How can I find out if I can collect ? How can I find out if I can collect ? , Your employer can tell you if you have been paying into unemployment and now qualify to collect . Your employer can tell you if you have been paying into unemployment and now qualify to collect . , How will I know how much I can collect on unemployment ? How will I know how much I can collect on unemployment ? ," It depends on how much you earned . When you file , they will determine the amount . " I heard you are going to move . ," Yes , I found a better house near my office . I ’ m very satisfied with it . But I ’ m worrying . " " Yes , I found a better house near my office . I ’ m very satisfied with it . But I ’ m worrying . ", What are you worried about ? What are you worried about ? ," I ’ m worrying about how to move all of my household stuff . You know , I have a lot of stuff . " " I ’ m worrying about how to move all of my household stuff . You know , I have a lot of stuff . ", You can call a mover . You can call a mover . , How much dose that cost ? How much dose that cost ? , Around 200 RIB for a truck . Around 200 RIB for a truck . , I think it ’ s a little expensive . I think it ’ s a little expensive . ," But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save . " " But think about it , you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers , how much trouble you will save . ", That ’ s right . That ’ s right . , I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ’ ll leave you their phone number . I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service . I ’ ll leave you their phone number . , Wonderful . Wonderful . , It ’ s 8357688 8 . It ’ s 8357688 8 . ," Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now . " " Okay , thanks a lot . You did me a great favor just now . ", You ’ re welcome . What would you reckon the taxing increases ? ," Well , the state will benefit a lot , I suppose . " " Well , the state will benefit a lot , I suppose . ", But what do most people think about it ? But what do most people think about it ? ," Ah , it ’ s hard to say . " "Hello Mr Waterstone , what can I do for you today ? "," Hello , Becky . Well , you see , I have this thing here , called a Fixed Deposit Certificate , and I've just noticed the date on it . " " Hello , Becky . Well , you see , I have this thing here , called a Fixed Deposit Certificate , and I've just noticed the date on it . "," Oh , I see . You have two choices here you can either redeem or renew . " " Oh , I see . You have two choices here you can either redeem or renew . "," I think I'll redeem , if that's not a problem . " " I think I'll redeem , if that's not a problem . "," No problem at all , Mr Waterstone . Any preference as to how you want the money ? " " No problem at all , Mr Waterstone . Any preference as to how you want the money ? "," Anything you like , but not too many large notes . It's useful to have smaller notes . " " Anything you like , but not too many large notes . It's useful to have smaller notes . "," Here we go , Mr Waterstone . Here's your money and your interest note . " " Here we go , Mr Waterstone . Here's your money and your interest note . "," Yes , yes . Everything's fine . Thank you very much , Becky . " Good coming ! Welcome to J P Interior Design . ," Hi , I saw the sign outside says that you do all kinds of interior design . " " Hi , I saw the sign outside says that you do all kinds of interior design . "," Yes , we do . Do you have any specific needs ? " " Yes , we do . Do you have any specific needs ? "," Well , I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen . " " Well , I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen . ", Do you prefer some specific style ? Do you prefer some specific style ? ," Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design . " " Yes , I prefer a more contemporary design . ", What kind of color tones do you like ? What kind of color tones do you like ? ," Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright . " " Blue , green or earth tone colors . I do not like the colors that are too bright . ", I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ? I see . And what kind of feeling do you want to create for your kitchen ? ," I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing . " " I'd like it to look simple , neat and relaxing . "," Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it . " " Fine , we will take an actual look at your kitchen before start working on it . ", No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ? No problem . How about 10 ' o clock this Sunday morning ? , Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ? Okay . Would you please leave your address and phone number ? , Of course . This is my card . See you then . I want to lose some weight ! , So do I ! So do I ! , I have a yoga class tomorrow . Do you want to come with me ? I have a yoga class tomorrow . Do you want to come with me ? ," No , it's too expensive for me . I've decided to take some exercises on my own . " " No , it's too expensive for me . I've decided to take some exercises on my own . ", What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? ," Run around the track . In the morning I run for an hour , and in the afternoon I run around the building . " " Run around the track . In the morning I run for an hour , and in the afternoon I run around the building . "," Good , I am sure it will work if you can persist . " " Good , I am sure it will work if you can persist . ", I hope so . Would you like to join me ? I hope so . Would you like to join me ? , Sounds good ! Is everything to your satisfaction ? ," No , the steak was recommended , but it is not very fresh . " " No , the steak was recommended , but it is not very fresh . ", Oh ! Sorry to hear that . This is quite unusual as we have steak from the market every day . Oh ! Sorry to hear that . This is quite unusual as we have steak from the market every day . , So what ? It is not fresh and I'm not happy about it . So what ? It is not fresh and I'm not happy about it . ," I'm sorry , sir . Do you wish to try something else ? That would be on the house , of course . " " I'm sorry , sir . Do you wish to try something else ? That would be on the house , of course . "," No , thank you . " Help ! Help ! , What's the matter ? "Today is Saturday , isn't it ? "," Yes , what's wrong ? " " Yes , what's wrong ? ", What's the date today ? What's the date today ? ," Today is September 28th , 2007 . " " Today is September 28th , 2007 . ", I have a meeting this afternoon . I have a meeting this afternoon . , When will it begin ? When will it begin ? , It will begin at three o'cock . What's the time now ? It will begin at three o'cock . What's the time now ? , It is half past one . It is half past one . , I have to go now . I don't want to be late . I have to go now . I don't want to be late . ," Don't worry , time is enough . " I'm going to the fair now.if any one looks for me . ask them to call the fair . , What is the telephone number there ? What is the telephone number there ? ," 8826789 4 , extension to 208 " " 8826789 4 , extension to 208 ", When will you reach there ? When will you reach there ? , About ten.another thing is that I want an appointment with the customer at Changing hotel at three thirty this afternoon.please help me phone the customer so we can confirm now . About ten.another thing is that I want an appointment with the customer at Changing hotel at three thirty this afternoon.please help me phone the customer so we can confirm now . ," What is the customer's name , and what is his room number ? " " What is the customer's name , and what is his room number ? ", You can check them from the fax yesterday . You can check them from the fax yesterday . ," Ok , I'll phone the customer right away.Do you want to pick him up at our office ? " " Ok , I'll phone the customer right away.Do you want to pick him up at our office ? "," No , I'll discuss the business with him at hotel . " How do I take the tablets ? ," Please take 2 tablets each time , 4 times a day . " " Please take 2 tablets each time , 4 times a day . ", How do I take the sucking lozenges ? How do I take the sucking lozenges ? ," Please put one under your tongue , do not swallow it . " " Please put one under your tongue , do not swallow it . ", How do I take the pills ? How do I take the pills ? , Please dissolve one pill in water before taking it . Please dissolve one pill in water before taking it . ," Well , thanks very much . " " Well , thanks very much . ", You're welcome . I want to buy some flowers for my wife's birthday . , Red roses are always a popular gift for birthdays . Red roses are always a popular gift for birthdays . , What are the roses going for ? What are the roses going for ? , They're only $ 20 a dozen . They're only $ 20 a dozen . , That sounds nice and cheap . That sounds nice and cheap . ," Yes , you're saving money because they're on sale today . " " Yes , you're saving money because they're on sale today . "," Okay , give me the roses . " " Okay , give me the roses . ", Could I interest you in anything else ? Could I interest you in anything else ? ," No , but thanks anyway . " " No , but thanks anyway . ", Your wife will be thrilled with the roses . "Hello , excuse me ! ", Hello ! Is there anything I can help you with ? Hello ! Is there anything I can help you with ? , Yes . I wanna know where I can get on the bus going downtown . Yes . I wanna know where I can get on the bus going downtown . ," Go straight then turn right , and you will see a big bus station there . " " Go straight then turn right , and you will see a big bus station there . "," Ok , I see . Thank you ! " "OK , guys . Here's the plan . Get the ball to the goal , and keep it away from Rich and Taylor ! ", Why ? Are they good ? Why ? Are they good ? ," They played ball at school . Here we go . Yi-jun , go out for a pass ! " " They played ball at school . Here we go . Yi-jun , go out for a pass ! "," I'm ready ! Whoa , what a hard throw ! I can't get that ! " " I'm ready ! Whoa , what a hard throw ! I can't get that ! "," Catch it , Yi-jun ! Run to the ball ! Uh-oh ! Slow down , you're going to hit ... " " Catch it , Yi-jun ! Run to the ball ! Uh-oh ! Slow down , you're going to hit ... ", Ummmph ! What college are you attending ? , I am in Nanjing University . I am a junior . I am in Nanjing University . I am a junior . , Why did you choose to attend that college ? Why did you choose to attend that college ? , Because it enjoys great reputation and it is located in my favorite city Nanjing . Because it enjoys great reputation and it is located in my favorite city Nanjing . , What kind of college is it ? What kind of college is it ? , Ii is distinguished for the strength of law and foreign languages studies .. How does the political system work in your country ? , We have hundreds of constituencies and the voters in each one elect a member of parliament . Most people call them mp ’ s . We have hundreds of constituencies and the voters in each one elect a member of parliament . Most people call them mp ’ s . ," Each mp belongs to a political party , right ? " " Each mp belongs to a political party , right ? ", Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ’ s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime Finist Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ’ s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime Finist , What ’ s a cabinet ? What ’ s a cabinet ? , This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ’ s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy . This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ’ s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy . , Can any mp make a law ? Can any mp make a law ? ," Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law . " " Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law . ", I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties . I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties . ," Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ’ s . most mp ’ s vote the way their party wants them to . " " Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ’ s . most mp ’ s vote the way their party wants them to . ", How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ? How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ? , They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Voters who often change the party they vote for are Calle "Hello , Ms . Barkley . How are you ? "," Fine , thank you , sir . It ’ s nice to see you again . " " Fine , thank you , sir . It ’ s nice to see you again . "," Good to see you again , too . How ’ s you family ? " " Good to see you again , too . How ’ s you family ? "," Very well , thank you , Mr . Parker . " "Could we go over some things , because I think my test score is wrong . "," What do you think is wrong , the math or the way your answer was scored ? " " What do you think is wrong , the math or the way your answer was scored ? ", Both . Both . ," I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes , too . Will that work for you ? " " I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes , too . Will that work for you ? "," Yeah , I'm ready . " " Yeah , I'm ready . ", Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake . Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake . , These look strange . These look strange . ," Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ? " " Yes , I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score . Would that be OK ? "," OK , let's do the calculation . " " OK , let's do the calculation . ", We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage . We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage . , I see . I see . ," Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask ! " Where do you live ? , I live in Beijing . I live in Beijing . , What's your permanent address ? What's your permanent address ? ," My permanent address is Apt . 401 , 238 Zhongshan Road , Beijing . " " My permanent address is Apt . 401 , 238 Zhongshan Road , Beijing . ", Where is your birthplace ? Where is your birthplace ? , My birthplace is Suzhou . My birthplace is Suzhou . , Where is your domicile ? Where is your domicile ? , My domicile is Beijing . My domicile is Beijing . ," Give me your telephone number , please . " " Give me your telephone number , please . ", ( My telephone number is ) 139xxxxx345 . I've been learning to play go recently . It's an amazing game ! ," Weigh ? It must be a greatest Chinese invention . I've tried hard to learn it . Its rules can't be any simpler , but I've never won a game of Go . Well , it's all Greek to me ! " " Weigh ? It must be a greatest Chinese invention . I've tried hard to learn it . Its rules can't be any simpler , but I've never won a game of Go . Well , it's all Greek to me ! "," At least you have obtained a very basic understanding of the game , haven't you ? I think it is perfect for boosting intelligence , cultivating personality and flexible learning . Every intellectual wishing to gain any insight into Chinese culture should learn to play Go . " " At least you have obtained a very basic understanding of the game , haven't you ? I think it is perfect for boosting intelligence , cultivating personality and flexible learning . Every intellectual wishing to gain any insight into Chinese culture should learn to play Go . "," I heard it is included in the four major arts of China , is it ? " " I heard it is included in the four major arts of China , is it ? "," Sure . It was considered desirable that a well-educated ancient Chinese scholar could be well versed in zither , weigh , calligraphy and painting . I think weigh is the most fantastic of them . It embodies ancient Chinese wisdom and cultural profoundness . " " Sure . It was considered desirable that a well-educated ancient Chinese scholar could be well versed in zither , weigh , calligraphy and painting . I think weigh is the most fantastic of them . It embodies ancient Chinese wisdom and cultural profoundness . ", I know it is quite different from Western chess . I know it is quite different from Western chess . ," Yes . Playing chess is a very aggressive experience . All the pieces are supposed to capture their opponents . Whenever I start a chess game , I can't help but imagine a concrete battle in which all fighters stand ready to kill . " " Yes . Playing chess is a very aggressive experience . All the pieces are supposed to capture their opponents . Whenever I start a chess game , I can't help but imagine a concrete battle in which all fighters stand ready to kill . ", But isn't it the same with wiki ? But isn't it the same with wiki ? ," Certainly not . The object of weigh is to surround a larger area than the opponent . In other words , each side is struggling for a greater living space by mapping out a territory on the board . Hence , chess aims to kill , while weigh is most concerned with howso survive . " May I come in ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . "," How are you doing , Madam ? My name is During . I am coming to your company for an interview as requested . " " How are you doing , Madam ? My name is During . I am coming to your company for an interview as requested . "," Fine , thank you for coming . Mr . Wu , Please take a seat . I am Anne Smith , the assistant manager . " " Fine , thank you for coming . Mr . Wu , Please take a seat . I am Anne Smith , the assistant manager . "," Nice to see you , Mrs . Smith . " " Nice to see you , Mrs . Smith . "," Nice to meet you , too . " Did you move into your new apartment ? ," Yes , but I ’ m afraid it ’ s still a mess . I haven ’ t put anything away yet . " " Yes , but I ’ m afraid it ’ s still a mess . I haven ’ t put anything away yet . ", Don ’ t worry . It ’ ll probably take you about three weeks to get everything organized . Don ’ t worry . It ’ ll probably take you about three weeks to get everything organized . , Don ’ t say that . It looks like a dump now . I can ’ t stand it . Don ’ t say that . It looks like a dump now . I can ’ t stand it . , Have you taken a walk around your neighborhood yet ? Have you taken a walk around your neighborhood yet ? ," Unfortunately , yes . " " Unfortunately , yes . ", What do you mean by that ? What do you mean by that ? , I took a long walk through the neighborhood this morning on my way to the train station . It took me 20 minutes . I took a long walk through the neighborhood this morning on my way to the train station . It took me 20 minutes . ," Yes , but you only pay 800 dollars a month . Emm , it ’ s hard to decide which is better , shorter commuting time or lower rent . " " Yes , but you only pay 800 dollars a month . Emm , it ’ s hard to decide which is better , shorter commuting time or lower rent . "," I thought paying a lower rent would be better , but now I ’ m not sure . " " I thought paying a lower rent would be better , but now I ’ m not sure . ", Is there a supermarket nearby ? Is there a supermarket nearby ? ," Yes , if you consider 7-11 is a supermarket . " " Yes , if you consider 7-11 is a supermarket . ", Sounds like you better buy a bicycle . Sounds like you better buy a bicycle . ," That ’ s right , or I ’ m going to spend a lot of time walking . " "Merry Christmas , Mr . Wang . I would like to give you the book I specially chose as my appreciation for your sincere help to me in the past few days . "," Thanks , Mr . White . That's very kind of you . " " Thanks , Mr . White . That's very kind of you . ", I hope it will be of some use to you . I hope it will be of some use to you . , I am sure it will . It'll be of great help in carrying on the work I have done so far . I am sure it will . It'll be of great help in carrying on the work I have done so far . , That will be great . "Excuse me , is this taxi taken ? ", No.May I help you ? No.May I help you ? , Would you please drive me to chinatown ? Would you please drive me to chinatown ? ," Oh , that's where I'm going . " Are you going to vote this Tuesday ? ," Yes , I am , and I am so excited . " " Yes , I am , and I am so excited . ", Have you figured out who you ’ re going to vote for ? Have you figured out who you ’ re going to vote for ? , I love my candidate . I love my candidate . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , My candidate is probably the most intelligent . My candidate is probably the most intelligent . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , I also agree with all his policies . I also agree with all his policies . , That ’ s great ! That ’ s great ! , I know he ’ s going to be the next President . I know he ’ s going to be the next President . ," Hopefully , he will be . " " Hopefully , he will be . ", I can ’ t wait to vote . "Excuse me , I am Dunlin . I am here about your advertisement for a tourist guide . Are there still any vacancies ? ", Yes . One more is needed . Yes . One more is needed . ," Oh , I'm so lucky . I want to apply for it . " " Oh , I'm so lucky . I want to apply for it . ", But do you have any experience like that ? But do you have any experience like that ? , Yes . I have been a guide for two years . Yes . I have been a guide for two years . ," OK.Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide.If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ? " " OK.Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide.If there wasn accident , for example a tourist falls ill , what would you do ? "," I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip . " " I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us , and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip . "," If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ? " " If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant , would you let the tourist bus go back ? "," No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings . " " No . In fact , prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus , I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings . "," Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company . " " Well , it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases . I am very glad to welcome you into our company . ", Thank you . It's my honor . Did you hear what happened to Mike in Accounts ? , No . What ? No . What ? , He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail . He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail . ," No . Really , what happened ? " " No . Really , what happened ? "," Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk . " " Well , it was all a big mistake , actually . He got home on Friday night really late , and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients , so he was really drunk . ", Was he out with the guys from the bank ? Was he out with the guys from the bank ? ," Yes , I think so . " " Yes , I think so . "," Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk . " " Oh , yeah , they always get really drunk . "," Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know . " " Well , anyway , he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys , so he couldn't get in . He lives alone , you know . "," Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife . " " Oh , really . I thought he lived with his wife . "," No , she left him last year . " " No , she left him last year . "," Oh , really ? Do you know why ? " " Oh , really ? Do you know why ? "," Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ? " " Hang on , let me finish telling you what happened . Where was I ? ", He lost his wallet and keys . He lost his wallet and keys . ," Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police . " " Oh yes , well , he tried to climb in through the bathroom window , but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot . The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress , so they called the police . "," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . "," Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story " " Yes . So when the cops arrived , they didn't believe his story ", So then what happened ? So then what happened ? ," Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out . " " Well , when he sobered up , he called someone from work to come and bail him out . "," Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation . " " Well , that's a bit of a tricky situation . "," Yes , I know . " "Happy birthday , Ms . Lin . Here is a present for you . "," Oh , thank you ! It's very kind of you . Ah , it is a porcelain vase . " " Oh , thank you ! It's very kind of you . Ah , it is a porcelain vase . ", I hope you like it . I hope you like it . ," Yes , it is lovely . I have been expecting something like this for a long time . Thanks ever so much . " " Yes , it is lovely . I have been expecting something like this for a long time . Thanks ever so much . ", I am glad you like it . "OK , Devon , I've been putting on a few pounds and you're quite a lean fit guy . "," Well , thank you . " " Well , thank you . ", What do you recommend ? What can I do to lose weight ? What do you recommend ? What can I do to lose weight ? ," Well , I exercise a lot . I go running at least three times a week . But more than that I enjoy playing sports and so different sports use different muscles and all of it helps to lose that weight that you might have gained . " " Well , I exercise a lot . I go running at least three times a week . But more than that I enjoy playing sports and so different sports use different muscles and all of it helps to lose that weight that you might have gained . "," Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot . " " Yeah , well , actually , one of the problems is that I actually exercise a lot . ", Do ya ? Do ya ? ," Yeah , so maybe it's my diet . " " Yeah , so maybe it's my diet . "," It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars . " " It could be and so in that case you might want to eat something perhaps more nutritious or maybe even less of what you do eat . Maybe , I eat three meals a day and I try not to snack in between . No potato chips . No popcorn . No candy bars . ", That's pretty tough ! "Hello , Pineapple Computer Company . This is Janice Shaw , the secretary of Nova . May I ask who is calling ? ", Good morning . This is Dan . Could I speak to Nova ? Good morning . This is Dan . Could I speak to Nova ? , I feel so sorry that Nova has gone on her business trip . I feel so sorry that Nova has gone on her business trip . , Really ? When will she come back ? Really ? When will she come back ? , Maybe next weekend . She only mentioned this before she left . Maybe next weekend . She only mentioned this before she left . ," Well , the reason why I am calling is to tell her that our appointment in next month will have to be postponed . And the exact time for this meeting will be discussed after she comes back . " " Well , the reason why I am calling is to tell her that our appointment in next month will have to be postponed . And the exact time for this meeting will be discussed after she comes back . ", Wait a minute . I have to leave a memo here . Anything else ? Wait a minute . I have to leave a memo here . Anything else ? , The file for the meeting needs to be retyped and please send it to us as soon as possible . The file for the meeting needs to be retyped and please send it to us as soon as possible . ," Dan , don't worry . I will tell her everything as soon as she comes back . " Can I take your drink order ? , Where is your wine list ? Where is your wine list ? , The wine choices are posted on the little menu in the middle of the table . The wine choices are posted on the little menu in the middle of the table . , Do you have any mixed drinks available here ? Do you have any mixed drinks available here ? , We can make a number of mixed drinks at our bar . We can make a number of mixed drinks at our bar . , I heard that you are famous for your drinks . What are your specials ? I heard that you are famous for your drinks . What are your specials ? , Our house special is our Cuervo Gold margarita . Our house special is our Cuervo Gold margarita . , I would love a margarita right now ! That is what I am going to order . I would love a margarita right now ! That is what I am going to order . ," Can I prepare your drink on the rocks , or would you prefer it blended ? " " Can I prepare your drink on the rocks , or would you prefer it blended ? "," I prefer my margarita on the rocks , please . " " I prefer my margarita on the rocks , please . ", Do you like your margarita with salt or no salt ? Do you like your margarita with salt or no salt ? ," No salt , please . " Do you like ethnic food ? ," I do ! My favorites are Mexican , Thai , and Indian . " " I do ! My favorites are Mexican , Thai , and Indian . ", Really ? Have you ever tried Moroccan ? Really ? Have you ever tried Moroccan ? , I can't say that I have . What are the basic ingredients ? I can't say that I have . What are the basic ingredients ? , I don't know . A friend of mine said I should try it . I don't know . A friend of mine said I should try it . , Do you know where a Moroccan restaurant is ? Do you know where a Moroccan restaurant is ? ," As a matter of fact , he gave me this address . " " As a matter of fact , he gave me this address . ", Let's go there for lunch ! I'm up for an adventure ! "Oh , Linda , you must be so excited about going to study in America . "," Oh , yes , I am . I have always wanted to go to the States . I love meeting new people . And making new friends . " " Oh , yes , I am . I have always wanted to go to the States . I love meeting new people . And making new friends . "," Well , I'm sure you will . " " Well , I'm sure you will . "," Well , there's one thing . " " Well , there's one thing . ", What's the matter What's the matter ," I'm a little worried about my host family . You know , in the agreement I have to do some cooking for them . " "Maria sings like a lark , doesn't she ? "," Yes , she's almost equal to Celine Dion when she sings . " " Yes , she's almost equal to Celine Dion when she sings . ", Maybe she'll make a famous singer in the future . Maybe she'll make a famous singer in the future . , You can bet on that . Can you help me find a lotion for a problem I am having ? , That ’ s what I am here for . What questions can I answer for you ? That ’ s what I am here for . What questions can I answer for you ? ," I have poison oak , and I need help with the rash that won ’ t stop itching . " " I have poison oak , and I need help with the rash that won ’ t stop itching . "," The best product is Techne , and you can buy either the lotion or cream . " " The best product is Techne , and you can buy either the lotion or cream . ", Which one is best ? Which one is best ? , The cream form is very popular . The cream form is very popular . , Can I do anything else to help with the itching ? Can I do anything else to help with the itching ? , You could also take an antihistamine to help the rash go away quicker . You could also take an antihistamine to help the rash go away quicker . , I appreciate you helping me find a solution to the itching . I appreciate you helping me find a solution to the itching . ," Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask . " "Excuse me , could you please show me the way to the human resource department ? "," Yeah , but have you made an appointment ahead ? " " Yeah , but have you made an appointment ahead ? "," Yes , of course . I am Monica . I have made an appointment with your HR manager . " " Yes , of course . I am Monica . I have made an appointment with your HR manager . "," Just a minute please . I ’ ll make a call to the HR office . Yes , they confirm your appointment . Please come in . it is on the 3rd floor , room 3106 . You can take the right elevator as the left on is in maintenance today . " " Just a minute please . I ’ ll make a call to the HR office . Yes , they confirm your appointment . Please come in . it is on the 3rd floor , room 3106 . You can take the right elevator as the left on is in maintenance today . ", Thank you very much . I have a complaint to make . I've just been badly treated by a rude maid . ," Well , we are sorry to hear that.May I have your name and room number ? We will deal with the matter right now . " " Well , we are sorry to hear that.May I have your name and room number ? We will deal with the matter right now . ", Ted.room 2012 . Ted.room 2012 . ," Mr . Ted , I have to apologize for that and I assure you it won't happy again . " Hello ! How do I restock my minibar ? ," You've drunk everything , sir ? " " You've drunk everything , sir ? ", I finished it all . I finished it all . ," Do you want the whole minibar , or just certain items ? " " Do you want the whole minibar , or just certain items ? ", Send me up three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam . Send me up three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam . ," That's three Jim Beams and three Perriers . Anything else , sir ? " " That's three Jim Beams and three Perriers . Anything else , sir ? "," The apples in my room were delicious . Bring me a few more , please . " " The apples in my room were delicious . Bring me a few more , please . ", Okay . Are you sure there isn't anything else ? Okay . Are you sure there isn't anything else ? ," You know , some grape juice would be really nice , too . " " You know , some grape juice would be really nice , too . "," Be patient for just a few minutes , sir , and someone will be at your door . " "So click here , then up to the top . ", Er ... Hum ... Got it . Er ... Hum ... Got it . ," Then open that window . Yeah , that one . " " Then open that window . Yeah , that one . ", Right ! Right ! , And that's it . You're done . And that's it . You're done . , I see what you mean . That was pretty easy after all . "What's all the security check about , Jimmy ? Does it mean the bar may be a dangerous place ? "," No , of course not . Just in case . Nothing to worry about . Don't you also do this in China ? " " No , of course not . Just in case . Nothing to worry about . Don't you also do this in China ? "," I don't know . Maybe the same . Actually , this is my first time being in a bar . " " I don't know . Maybe the same . Actually , this is my first time being in a bar . "," Oh , then it's my honor to be here with you . I can see now why you've been so curious about the bar . You like this place ? " " Oh , then it's my honor to be here with you . I can see now why you've been so curious about the bar . You like this place ? "," Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful ! " " Sure . I love this place , especially the decoration . So tasteful ! "," Yeah . Other than that , the real feature is the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ? " " Yeah . Other than that , the real feature is the excellent drinks . Can I have your ticket ? "," Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in . " " Here it is . But , what for ? We're already in . "," Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ? " " Well , with the ticket , you can get a free drink . What would you like ? Orange juice ? "," Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move . " " Yes , orange juice will be fine for me . But how can you get the drink ? It's so crowded there around the counter . You can barely move . "," I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention . " " I'll show you how . The bar tenders know whose turn it is . And also , I can snap my fingers to catch his attention . ", Cool . Thanks . ( Jimmy brings May a glass of orange juice . ) Cool . Thanks . ( Jimmy brings May a glass of orange juice . ) ," Oh , fresh juice , I love it . Well , I heard American people love hanging out in bars . Is that true ? " " Oh , fresh juice , I love it . Well , I heard American people love hanging out in bars . Is that true ? "," Not everyone . But a lot of people do , especially the young . It's a fine place to spend an evening with friends or to make some new friends . " " Not everyone . But a lot of people do , especially the young . It's a fine place to spend an evening with friends or to make some new friends . "," Interesting . Hey , look over there . The dance floor is already packed with people . Oh , the girl in red dances great . " " Interesting . Hey , look over there . The dance floor is already packed with people . Oh , the girl in red dances great . "," Yeah , a dancing queen . Wanna go and join them ? " " Yeah , a dancing queen . Wanna go and join them ? ", Maybe later . I wanna take some photos first . Maybe later . I wanna take some photos first . , OK . Let me help you to hold the drink . OK . Let me help you to hold the drink . , Thank you . "Who's better at chess , Bill or Fred ? "," Both are superb in their skills.Anyhow , Fred is one up on Bill from my point of view . " " Both are superb in their skills.Anyhow , Fred is one up on Bill from my point of view . ", You said it . "Excuse me , is this seat taken ? "," No , please feel free . " " No , please feel free . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Do you work in Shanghai ? Do you work in Shanghai ? , Yes I do . How about you ? Yes I do . How about you ? ," No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here . " " No , I'm a tourist . This place is amazing ! It's much bigger than I imagined , and much more exciting ! There's so much to see here . ", You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ? You can say that again ! It's much more modern than people imagine . Where are you from ? ," Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure ! " " Um , well let's see ... I'm from Kansas originally . A much quieter and more peaceful place than here , that's for sure ! ", Uh huh ... My name is James Owen . I ’ m Manager of Sales . How do you do ? , How do you do ? How do you do ? , Thank you for coming . Did you have any trouble finding the office ? Thank you for coming . Did you have any trouble finding the office ? ," Oh , no . It was easy . Your office sent me a map . " " Oh , no . It was easy . Your office sent me a map . "," I apologize for this mess . They ’ Ve got me handling so many projects , and it ’ s hard to keep things organized . " " I apologize for this mess . They ’ Ve got me handling so many projects , and it ’ s hard to keep things organized . ", That ’ s OK . Thank you for seeing me . That ’ s OK . Thank you for seeing me . ," Well . Miss Sun , as you know , we are looking for an executive secretary with good English skills and some business background . We looked over your resume and thought you might be a good candidate . " " Well . Miss Sun , as you know , we are looking for an executive secretary with good English skills and some business background . We looked over your resume and thought you might be a good candidate . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Today's interview is for us to get to know a little about you . If needed , there will be a more lengthy interview later . So , if you ’ re comfortable , let's begin . " " Today's interview is for us to get to know a little about you . If needed , there will be a more lengthy interview later . So , if you ’ re comfortable , let's begin . ", OK . What's today's date ? , It's January . I'm quite upset ! I want a new room and a refund for tonight . ," Forgive me , sir , I haven't been told what the problem is . " " Forgive me , sir , I haven't been told what the problem is . ", I'm about to be swept away by millions of cockroaches ! I'm about to be swept away by millions of cockroaches ! ," My apologies , sir . We'll transfer you to a new room at once and give you a full refund . " " My apologies , sir . We'll transfer you to a new room at once and give you a full refund . ", Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court . Thank you . I didn't want to have to take this to court . ," Sir , we never want a guest to stay here mad or unhappy . " May I have your order now ? ," Yes , we'd have your regular dinner . What courses are there , please ? " " Yes , we'd have your regular dinner . What courses are there , please ? "," The courses for our regular dinner are , appetizer , soup , beef steak , dessert and coffee . " " The courses for our regular dinner are , appetizer , soup , beef steak , dessert and coffee . "," All right , we'll have it . " " All right , we'll have it . ", What kind of dessert do you want ? What kind of dessert do you want ? , Do you have some chocolate cakes ? Do you have some chocolate cakes ? ," Yes , we have . " " Yes , we have . "," OK , we will choose it . " " OK , we will choose it . "," Wait for a moment , I'll come back soon . " "Welcome to the McDonald's . What will it be for you , madam ? ", One Big Mac and French Fries . One Big Mac and French Fries . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? ," Give me one coke , please . " " Give me one coke , please . ", Is this to go or to eat here ? Is this to go or to eat here ? ," To go , please . " " To go , please . ", That comes to four dollars and ten cents . That comes to four dollars and ten cents . ," And can I have some ketchup , please ? " " And can I have some ketchup , please ? ", It's on the service counter over there . Please go to help yourself . "You saved my life yesterday , Rachel . I can't believe I forgot to bring my wallet when we went to lunch with those clients . ", It was a good thing I had enough on me . It was a good thing I had enough on me . , Let me buy you lunch today to pay you back . "I couldn't look at you , and say you aren't beautiful ! ", You are pretending ! You are pretending ! ," No , Miss Anna , you must let me say how lovely you are ! What's wrong with that ? " " No , Miss Anna , you must let me say how lovely you are ! What's wrong with that ? ", It's wrong because---it isn't true . It's wrong because---it isn't true . ," You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ? " " You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are , don't you ? "," Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again . " " Well , no-that is , I've heard Linda say they do , but ... Thank you . But please don't speak to me again . "," Oh , Miss Anna ! That's too hard ! I won't be here long . " is this seat taken ? , no . please sit down . no . please sit down . , thanks . thanks . , are you also going to Beijing ? are you also going to Beijing ? ," yes , on a business trip . How about you ? " " yes , on a business trip . How about you ? ", I'm taking a vacation to visit a friend there . Have you ever been there before ? I'm taking a vacation to visit a friend there . Have you ever been there before ? ," yes , I went there once last summer . " " yes , I went there once last summer . ", really ? What did you think ? really ? What did you think ? , I think it is amazing . You can enjoy both the traditional Chinese culture as well as the vitality of a modern cosmopolitan city . The only thing I didn't enjoy was the subway . I think it is amazing . You can enjoy both the traditional Chinese culture as well as the vitality of a modern cosmopolitan city . The only thing I didn't enjoy was the subway . , was it that crowded ? was it that crowded ? ," yes . There were always so many people . After taking the subway during the rush hour , you ’ ll envy sardines in their cans . " " yes . There were always so many people . After taking the subway during the rush hour , you ’ ll envy sardines in their cans . "," oh , maybe I can take the bus or even rent a car . " " oh , maybe I can take the bus or even rent a car . ", that's a good idea . Wish you a great vacation ! that's a good idea . Wish you a great vacation ! , thank you very much ! "So , how'd everyone do ? "," Well , there's this clock I was ... MY vintage clock ! How do you have my clock ? ? " " Well , there's this clock I was ... MY vintage clock ! How do you have my clock ? ? ", Your vintage clock ? ! I just paid sixty-five dollars for it . Your vintage clock ? ! I just paid sixty-five dollars for it . ," Sixty-five ? What the ... ? How did you bargain him down , Wei ? You've never even been to a flea market before ! " " Sixty-five ? What the ... ? How did you bargain him down , Wei ? You've never even been to a flea market before ! ", It must be my special touch . I think bargaining is in my blood ! It must be my special touch . I think bargaining is in my blood ! , Never underestimate a woman when it comes to bargaining ! "David , what's new with you ? You are not in the mood . Can you tell me ? "," After six months , my college life will come to the end . The following trouble will be the job-hunting . That's really a headache . " " After six months , my college life will come to the end . The following trouble will be the job-hunting . That's really a headache . "," Do not take things so seriously , my pal ! Every one of us will face the trouble and job-hunting is inevitable . Take it easy ! Believe in yourself and some day you will be successful . " " Do not take things so seriously , my pal ! Every one of us will face the trouble and job-hunting is inevitable . Take it easy ! Believe in yourself and some day you will be successful . ", It sounds reasonable . Maybe I should look on the bright side . Guess who I saw yesterday ? , I don't know . Who ? I don't know . Who ? , Avril Lavigen ! Avril Lavigen ! , the Canadian rock singer ? But I heard you had a part-time job yesterday . How did you see her ? the Canadian rock singer ? But I heard you had a part-time job yesterday . How did you see her ? ," yeah , I worked as temporary staff in her concert . Look , her poster , a CD ... " " yeah , I worked as temporary staff in her concert . Look , her poster , a CD ... "," so you're a big fan , eh ? " " so you're a big fan , eh ? "," not really . But I like some of her songs . She's actually very talented . She's a song writer and fashion and fashion designer , too . " " not really . But I like some of her songs . She's actually very talented . She's a song writer and fashion and fashion designer , too . "," and she was in a movie once again , right ? " " and she was in a movie once again , right ? "," yes , though I don't think her acting skills are that great . " " yes , though I don't think her acting skills are that great . ", what was your impression of her when you saw her in person ? what was your impression of her when you saw her in person ? , she looked sweeter than her pictures . she looked sweeter than her pictures . , did you take a photo with her ? did you take a photo with her ? ," no , there were too many people . When she got out of the car , her fans were all screaming , trying to give her flowers and ger her autographs . " " no , there were too many people . When she got out of the car , her fans were all screaming , trying to give her flowers and ger her autographs . ", crazy ! "Hello , Steven . Can you do me a favor ? ", Sure . What is it ? Sure . What is it ? , My car has broken down . My car has broken down . , You should telephone the garage for help . You should telephone the garage for help . , I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ? I have done it . But now I have an urgent appointment to keep . Could you drive me to the subway station ? , With pleasure . Get in . With pleasure . Get in . , Thanks a lot ! How many places have you worked altogether ? , Three . Three . , Would you tell me the general description of your present job ? Would you tell me the general description of your present job ? ," I am in charge of the trading department . I'm handling invoices , shipping bills and computing freight costs , that's most of the documentation . " " I am in charge of the trading department . I'm handling invoices , shipping bills and computing freight costs , that's most of the documentation . ", What time do you go to work ? What time do you go to work ? , I must be there no later than 9:00 . I must be there no later than 9:00 . , What time does the office close ? What time does the office close ? ," I quit work whenever I get finished , usually about six o'clock . " " I quit work whenever I get finished , usually about six o'clock . ", Does your work involve a lot of paper filling and typing ? Does your work involve a lot of paper filling and typing ? ," No , the secretary does this . It's not part of my job . " " No , the secretary does this . It's not part of my job . ", What made you decide to change your job ? What made you decide to change your job ? ," I am working in a small company where further promotion is impossible , so I decided to change my job . I'd like to find a job which is more challenging . " "Are you going out , Jack ? ", I'll be right back . I just need to mail this package . "Well , I ’ m glad I had a chance to see these samples , but I ’ m really not in a position to make a decision right now . ", Would you like me to leave the samples with you ? Would you like me to leave the samples with you ? ," Yeah , why don ’ t you do that , and then you can give me a call sometime next week . " " Yeah , why don ’ t you do that , and then you can give me a call sometime next week . "," Fine , Mr . Grant . Thanks for your time . I ’ ll talk to you next week . " I really just have two problems with this . ," Yes , sir ? " " Yes , sir ? "," I ’ m concerned about your lack of marketing experience and , frankly , your age , you ’ re pretty new at all this . " " I ’ m concerned about your lack of marketing experience and , frankly , your age , you ’ re pretty new at all this . ", I can understand that . Let me see if I can clarify some things for you . It's terrible how things have changed . You remember there used to be trees on all these hills . , Really ? There aren't many left now . Really ? There aren't many left now . ," No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away . " " No , they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away . ", Were there any animals in the forest ? Were there any animals in the forest ? ," Yes , I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds . But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here . " "Put on the helmet , please . ", Do we need to put on the jackets too ? Do we need to put on the jackets too ? ," You ’ d better , to protect your clothes . Now please watch your step . " " You ’ d better , to protect your clothes . Now please watch your step . ", Thank you . Is the production line fully automated ? Thank you . Is the production line fully automated ? ," Well , not fully automated . " " Well , not fully automated . ", I see . How do you control the quality ? I see . How do you control the quality ? , All products have to go through five checks in the whole manufacturing process . All products have to go through five checks in the whole manufacturing process . , What ’ s the monthly output ? What ’ s the monthly output ? ," One thousand units per month now . But we ’ ll be making 1,200 units beginning with October . " " One thousand units per month now . But we ’ ll be making 1,200 units beginning with October . ", What ’ s your usual percentage of rejects ? What ’ s your usual percentage of rejects ? , About 2 % in normal operations . About 2 % in normal operations . , That ’ s wonderful . Is that where the finished products come off ? That ’ s wonderful . Is that where the finished products come off ? , Yes . Shall we take a break now ? "If ever you ’ re in Chicago , please do look me up . "," Well , yes , I ’ d like to , if it ’ s not too much trouble . " " Well , yes , I ’ d like to , if it ’ s not too much trouble . ", No trouble at all . I think maybe you will meet some of my friends here as well . No trouble at all . I think maybe you will meet some of my friends here as well . , That ’ d be fine . How's the building work going ? ," Well , I'm afraid we've had a slight delay . " " Well , I'm afraid we've had a slight delay . ", What's the problem ? We really can't have any delays at this stage . We're working to a really tight schedule and we're already over budget . What's the problem ? We really can't have any delays at this stage . We're working to a really tight schedule and we're already over budget . ," The cement arrived late but don't worry , I'm confident we can still meet the deadline . The crew is on stand-by and as soon as the concrete has set we can get started again . " " The cement arrived late but don't worry , I'm confident we can still meet the deadline . The crew is on stand-by and as soon as the concrete has set we can get started again . ", OK . Keep me informed . Jt must be ready on time . "You married Joe , didn't you ? ", Joe ? I don't know what you mean . Joe ? I don't know what you mean . , I remember you are in love . I remember you are in love . ," Oh , I took a shine to him when we met for the first time . But it comes and goes . " " Oh , I took a shine to him when we met for the first time . But it comes and goes . ", It's Greek to me . "Welcome to our restaurant , Chez Attitude ! ", Our reservation is under the name of Foster at 7:00 for four people . Our reservation is under the name of Foster at 7:00 for four people . ," Yes , Mr . Foster , our hostess will be with you in just a moment . " " Yes , Mr . Foster , our hostess will be with you in just a moment . ", We would like to begin with a cocktail while we are waiting . Would you tell the hostess to please come and let us know when our table is ready ? We would like to begin with a cocktail while we are waiting . Would you tell the hostess to please come and let us know when our table is ready ? , I will let her know where you are . I will let her know where you are . ," The patio tables look really nice . Could we be seated there , please ? " " The patio tables look really nice . Could we be seated there , please ? ", I could seat you right away at an outside table if you would like . I could seat you right away at an outside table if you would like . , Thanks ! We'll sit out there then . We will just order our drinks out there . Thanks ! We'll sit out there then . We will just order our drinks out there . ," Well , can I start you off with some cocktails while you are looking over the menu ? " " Well , can I start you off with some cocktails while you are looking over the menu ? "," Yes , why don't you bring us a bottle of the house Chablis with four glasses to start with ? " " Yes , why don't you bring us a bottle of the house Chablis with four glasses to start with ? ", I'll get on that right away ! I'll get on that right away ! , We appreciate your help . What do you need me to do ? , Will you please copy these diplomas tor me ? Will you please copy these diplomas tor me ? , Sure . How many copies do you need ? Sure . How many copies do you need ? , 15 copies for each diploma . "Fill it up , please . ", Fine . Do you want your windshield cleaned ? Fine . Do you want your windshield cleaned ? ," No , thank you . I don't have time . How much is that ? " " No , thank you . I don't have time . How much is that ? ", It comes to $ 15 . Hi Benjamin . My name is Dr . Green . What seems to be the matter ? , I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now . I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now . , what are your symptoms ? what are your symptoms ? ," I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired . " " I feel chilly , I've got cramps , I keep throwing up , and I feel dizzy and tired . ", it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ? it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated . Do you feel thirsty most of the day ? , yes . I can't seem to drink enough . yes . I can't seem to drink enough . , have you been drinking plenty of water ? have you been drinking plenty of water ? ," no , just soda . " " no , just soda . "," ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse . " " ok . Well , we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated . First , let me feel your pulse . "," that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill . " " that seems to be a bit low , but that's not uncommon when you're ill . ", is anyone else sick in your home ? is anyone else sick in your home ? ," no , but my girlfriend has mono . " " no , but my girlfriend has mono . "," I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us " " I see . I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then . The burse will come in then to take your blood , we'll run some tests , and then you can go home . You should hear from us ", thanks . Excuse me . Do you have the time ? ," My watch is a few minutes fast . It's about six forty , I think . " " My watch is a few minutes fast . It's about six forty , I think . "," Is it ? Oh , no . The concert will begin in twenty minutes . Are we too late to get there ? " " Is it ? Oh , no . The concert will begin in twenty minutes . Are we too late to get there ? "," If we start now , we can make it by taxi . " That dog has white long hair . It ’ s lovely . , She is my dog . I like her very much . She is my dog . I like her very much . , What ’ s her name ? What ’ s her name ? , Her name is Fluffy . She is a sweet dog . Her name is Fluffy . She is a sweet dog . , My dog has spots . He is very strong . My dog has spots . He is very strong . , But I don ’ t like big strong dogs . "Is this your umbrella , miss ? "," Oh , yes , it is . Thank you . I was looking for it just now . " " Oh , yes , it is . Thank you . I was looking for it just now . ", You look a bit familiar to me . I wonder if I have seen you somewhere before . You look a bit familiar to me . I wonder if I have seen you somewhere before . , Have you ? Have you ? , May I ask where you live ? May I ask where you live ? ," Just two blocks away , in that tall building . " " Just two blocks away , in that tall building . "," That ’ s it . I live there , too . I live on the sixth floor . " " That ’ s it . I live there , too . I live on the sixth floor . ", My family move in just two weeks ago . We live on the fourth floor . My family move in just two weeks ago . We live on the fourth floor . ," It ’ s a small world ! May I know your name , miss ? " " It ’ s a small world ! May I know your name , miss ? ", I ’ m Chen Ming . I ’ m Chen Ming . ," How do you do , Miss Chen ? I ’ m Song Mei . " " How do you do , Miss Chen ? I ’ m Song Mei . "," I ’ m glad to meet you , Mr . Song . " " I ’ m glad to meet you , Mr . Song . "," Are you going to your office now , Miss Chen ? " " Are you going to your office now , Miss Chen ? "," No , I ’ m going to the airport to meet some friends from Beijing . " Excuse me . , Yes ? What can I do for you ? Yes ? What can I do for you ? ," I just checked in , and there's a problem with my room . " " I just checked in , and there's a problem with my room . ", And what is the problem ? And what is the problem ? ," I asked for a non-smoking room , and I don't have one.My room smells like cigarette smoke . I can't stand it.Could you change my room , please ? " " I asked for a non-smoking room , and I don't have one.My room smells like cigarette smoke . I can't stand it.Could you change my room , please ? "," Let me see ... I'm sorry , but we don't have any more non-smoking rooms.We won't charge you for your room tonight . " " Let me see ... I'm sorry , but we don't have any more non-smoking rooms.We won't charge you for your room tonight . ", Thank you . Thank you . , I'm very sorry about this . I'm very sorry about this . , That's OK . Thanks for your help . "Can I go to my room , now ? "," Yes , just follow the porter , Mr.Wilson . " " Yes , just follow the porter , Mr.Wilson . "," Thank you , sir . " "Hello , Bessie . "," Hello , Jack.Happy birthday ! " " Hello , Jack.Happy birthday ! "," My birthday ? I forgot it , Thank you for remembering my birthday . " " My birthday ? I forgot it , Thank you for remembering my birthday . "," I'd like to offer you my congratulations on your birthday and best wishes for your future happiness , good health and continued success . I've asked the Fairy Flowers to send you a bunch of flowers . I hope you'll like them . " " I'd like to offer you my congratulations on your birthday and best wishes for your future happiness , good health and continued success . I've asked the Fairy Flowers to send you a bunch of flowers . I hope you'll like them . ", Thanks a lot . I'm so touched . Thanks a lot . I'm so touched . ," Now let me sing "" Happy birthday "" for you . " " Now let me sing "" Happy birthday "" for you . ", Thank you very much . Are you planning on voting ? , Yes . What about you ? Yes . What about you ? ," Yes , but this will be my first time voting . " " Yes , but this will be my first time voting . ", Really ? Really ? ," Yes , and I have no idea how to do it . " " Yes , and I have no idea how to do it . ", Voting is simple . Voting is simple . , I don ’ t know any of the laws they ’ re trying to pass . I don ’ t know any of the laws they ’ re trying to pass . , That ’ s okay . They describe everything on the ballot . That ’ s okay . They describe everything on the ballot . , I didn ’ t know that . I didn ’ t know that . , Don ’ t worry . You ’ ll be fine . Don ’ t worry . You ’ ll be fine . , That ’ s good to know . That ’ s good to know . , Congratulations on your first voting day . You look tired . Did you sleep well last night ? , I stayed up all night writing a report . I stayed up all night writing a report . , Go easy . Overwork is bad for your health . "Will you give me a hand , sir ? ", By all means . By all means . , Thank you very much . What are you reading ? , Gee ! You scared me ! Gee ! You scared me ! ," Aha , Fitness Consultant . Very good , Don't you know about the rules in this office ? " " Aha , Fitness Consultant . Very good , Don't you know about the rules in this office ? "," Yes , Ma'am . No magazines during the office hours . I'm sorry . " " Yes , Ma'am . No magazines during the office hours . I'm sorry . "," Well , don't do this again next time . What is it about , anyway ? " " Well , don't do this again next time . What is it about , anyway ? "," It is about sports for white-collar workers , people like you and me . " " It is about sports for white-collar workers , people like you and me . ", What kind of sports ? What kind of sports ? ," Aerobic sports , for example , jogging , yoga , skating ... " " Aerobic sports , for example , jogging , yoga , skating ... ", Interesting . What were you reading just now ? Interesting . What were you reading just now ? , Stretching exercise after sitting a long time . Stretching exercise after sitting a long time . , Really ? That sounds interesting ! Really ? That sounds interesting ! , Can I have my magazine back now ? Can I have my magazine back now ? , No . It's confiscated for now . And I will return it to you after I finish reading it . "Hello , Sir . Can I help you with anything ? "," Yes , I would like to use the ATM to make a payment . But I need to pay 3 parties at once . " " Yes , I would like to use the ATM to make a payment . But I need to pay 3 parties at once . "," No problem at all . With this service , you can pay up to 10 parties at one time . Are these parties on your current beneficiaries list ? " " No problem at all . With this service , you can pay up to 10 parties at one time . Are these parties on your current beneficiaries list ? "," They are , yes . How should I do this ? " " They are , yes . How should I do this ? "," Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference . " " Select ' pay multiple beneficiaries ' , here ... then select ' pay from the account ' in the drop down menu ... OK , good . Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference . "," Yes , I've got that here ... " " Yes , I've got that here ... "," And your statement reference and the payment amount . Click on next , then ' pay beneficiaries ' . That's it ! All done . " "Waiter , please make out the bill . "," OK , sir . How do you like your meal ? " " OK , sir . How do you like your meal ? "," Quite delicious , especially the pepper steak . " " Quite delicious , especially the pepper steak . ", I'm glad you like it . It's $ 60 in all . I'm glad you like it . It's $ 60 in all . , Here is the money . "Helen , did you hear I ’ m having a party ? Next Saturday in my place . "," I may have something on that day , but thanks for inviting me . " " I may have something on that day , but thanks for inviting me . "," Well , drop by if you can . " " Well , drop by if you can . "," I will , do you want me to bring anything ? " " I will , do you want me to bring anything ? "," No , just bring yourself . I hope to see you there . " Is this where I can catch a bus to the theater ? ," Yes , but you can't get there with out a change . " " Yes , but you can't get there with out a change . ", Which bus do I have to change ? Which bus do I have to change ? , You have to get off at the hospital and change for bus 15 . You have to get off at the hospital and change for bus 15 . , I see . Thank you . Good morning Mr Smith . My name is Susan and I am a reporter for the Evening Star . , Good morning . How can I help you ? Good morning . How can I help you ? , I was hoping to talk to you today about your business . I was hoping to talk to you today about your business . , Very well . Very well . , How long have you been the owner of your computer shop ? How long have you been the owner of your computer shop ? , About five years . About five years . , And how many staff do you employ ? And how many staff do you employ ? , There is my wife who does the accounts and my brother who helps with the sales . There is my wife who does the accounts and my brother who helps with the sales . , So this is a family business . So this is a family business . ," Yes , we are a small family business . " " Yes , we are a small family business . ", And how many computers do you sell each day ? And how many computers do you sell each day ? , That depends on the day . We sell from here and on the Internet . I would say about twenty to thirty per week . That depends on the day . We sell from here and on the Internet . I would say about twenty to thirty per week . , That about one hundred a month . That about one hundred a month . , That's correct . That's correct . , Thank you B for your time . Thank you B for your time . , Thank you and goodbye . Does your country export a lot of natural resources ? ," We export some coal to European countries , but our biggest exports is copper , which we export to Europe , north America , and China . " " We export some coal to European countries , but our biggest exports is copper , which we export to Europe , north America , and China . ", Which resources do you have to import ? Which resources do you have to import ? ," We import a little oil from Venezuela , but we are fairly self-sufficient . We import some iron and a lot of aluminium from neighbouring countries . " " We import a little oil from Venezuela , but we are fairly self-sufficient . We import some iron and a lot of aluminium from neighbouring countries . ", I heard that you country recently discovered deposits of precious stone . I heard that you country recently discovered deposits of precious stone . ," Yes , that ’ s right . So far , only small deposits have been found . Engineers in my country are focusing on drilling for oil . The government is keen to exploit our natural resources to get money to improve our country . " " Yes , that ’ s right . So far , only small deposits have been found . Engineers in my country are focusing on drilling for oil . The government is keen to exploit our natural resources to get money to improve our country . "," If your government invests in your country ’ s infrastructure , it will be money well spent . " " If your government invests in your country ’ s infrastructure , it will be money well spent . ", Yes . We need to put the money into long-term projects rather than wasting it on short-term ones . Rachel ? I ’ m not sure how you want to handle this account . I think there are a few things to be sorted out . ," I agree , Toni . I think the biggest problem we ’ re facing is how to bring it in under budget . " " I agree , Toni . I think the biggest problem we ’ re facing is how to bring it in under budget . "," That ’ s true . But even beyond that , there ’ s the question of meeting the deadlines they ’ Ve set . " " That ’ s true . But even beyond that , there ’ s the question of meeting the deadlines they ’ Ve set . "," Right . Look , why don ’ t we make a list of the problems we ’ re dealing with . It ’ ll be easier to work through them that way . " Your teacher has left you not very much homework this weekend . , Yes . Yes . , My advice would be to finish it at once . "Hi , Helen ! how is it going ? ", I'm very busy these days . It seems I can never finish my work . I'm very busy these days . It seems I can never finish my work . ," Well , take it easy ! Don't let it get on top of you . " " Well , take it easy ! Don't let it get on top of you . ", I'll try . I'm under a lot of pressure right now . I'll try . I'm under a lot of pressure right now . , Why don't you take a few days off ? Why don't you take a few days off ? , I can't . I am really behind of my work . May I help you ? , I ’ m not sure where to pick up my ballot . I ’ m not sure where to pick up my ballot . , I can assist you . I can assist you . , How are you going to help me ? How are you going to help me ? , I actually work here . I actually work here . , Fabulous . Thanks . Fabulous . Thanks . , Do you have ID ? Do you have ID ? , I have it right here . I have it right here . , Here ’ s your ballot card . Here ’ s your ballot card . , Now what am I supposed to do ? Now what am I supposed to do ? , Just take it to a booth and begin voting . Just take it to a booth and begin voting . , Sounds good . Thanks . Let me ask some questions . Do you know what people need to get entry into China ? , Yes . An passport and a visa are necessary for entry into China . Yes . An passport and a visa are necessary for entry into China . , What materials do they need in order to apply the passport ? What materials do they need in order to apply the passport ? ," They should fill in an application form , hand in the copies of Identification Card and household register . " "Doris , I'm glad you're home . I'm terrified . I don't know what to do ! ", What is it ? What happened ? What is it ? What happened ? , I think someone is stalking me . I think someone is stalking me . ," No , it can't be . Really ? Who ? " " No , it can't be . Really ? Who ? "," I don't know . I saw him the first time Tuesday . He was at the cafe . I noticed he was looking at me a lot . Not just the usual looking , but staring.He just kept staring at me . He didn't stop . " " I don't know . I saw him the first time Tuesday . He was at the cafe . I noticed he was looking at me a lot . Not just the usual looking , but staring.He just kept staring at me . He didn't stop . ", What did you do ? What did you do ? ," I didn't do anything . Finally , he left.But then I saw him again today . Outside the shoe store . Near the cafe . I went into a CD store and pretended I was looking at CD's . But then he came in too . " " I didn't do anything . Finally , he left.But then I saw him again today . Outside the shoe store . Near the cafe . I went into a CD store and pretended I was looking at CD's . But then he came in too . ", Did he leave when you left ? Did he leave when you left ? , Yes . Then I noticed he was on the sidewalk behind me . He was following me . Yes . Then I noticed he was on the sidewalk behind me . He was following me . , What did you do ? Can you believe that Obama was actually elected ? ," I can believe it , and I am very excited about it . " " I can believe it , and I am very excited about it . ", I hope you voted for him . I hope you voted for him . , Of course I did . Didn ’ t you ? Of course I did . Didn ’ t you ? , Of course ! Of course ! , I have total faith in Obama as our President . I have total faith in Obama as our President . , You do ? You do ? , Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf . Yeah . I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf . , Our country really could use some work . Our country really could use some work . , I believe that change has already begun . I believe that change has already begun . , I couldn ’ t agree more . I couldn ’ t agree more . , I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country . Could you do me a favour ? Please give me some confidential information . ," Don ’ t put me on the spot . You know , I can ’ t do that . " It looks like it's going to be sunny . ," Yes , it's much better than yesterday . " " Yes , it's much better than yesterday . ", They say we're going to get some rain later . They say we're going to get some rain later . ," Oh , let's just hope it stays warm . " I can drink ten cups in fifteen minutes . I ’ m sure . , You ? You are full of hot air . Did you take the job ? , No . No . , Why not ? Why not ? , It involves a lot of travel . Tomorrow I will be the new owner of all dad's assets . , It still feels really strange to me . It still feels really strange to me . , I know . I miss him terribly . I know . I miss him terribly . , How does it feel to be in charge of so much money ? How does it feel to be in charge of so much money ? , I thought I would feel like I was in the lap of Luxury . I thought I would feel like I was in the lap of Luxury . , I guess you could choose that if you wanted . I guess you could choose that if you wanted . ," No , I think I will run things much the same way that Dad did . " " No , I think I will run things much the same way that Dad did . ", Dad really knew what he was doing when he chose you to take over for him when he was gone ! Bob is really handsome . , That's why he's very popular among girls . That's why he's very popular among girls . , I wish I were just as handsome . I wish I were just as handsome . , You are ! Can you help me for a minute ? ," Sure , what I can do for you ? " " Sure , what I can do for you ? "," I'm try to write a letter to one of our clients , But I just don't know exactly what to say , I don't even know how to get started , I know I should write dear Mr . Mrs . or Ms . , but the problem is I don't know the name of contact person . " " I'm try to write a letter to one of our clients , But I just don't know exactly what to say , I don't even know how to get started , I know I should write dear Mr . Mrs . or Ms . , but the problem is I don't know the name of contact person . "," You can just put Dear Sir or Madam , officialese not personal , you can write to whom may concerned . " " You can just put Dear Sir or Madam , officialese not personal , you can write to whom may concerned . "," OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ? " " OK , So I first thanks them for their business , I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support , How is that ? "," Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference . " " Good ! But also , write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing , give them more reference . "," Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount " " Like Regarding our new product line , we would like to announce a special price discount "," Right , do you need them to respond ? " " Right , do you need them to respond ? "," Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ? " " Yes , the letter would have a survey inside , and they should complete it and return to our office . How should I write that ? "," You can tell them "" Please finding the enclosed customer service survey , else also , you can say Attach a customer survey . If you need resource it right away , you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible . Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience . " May I sit here ? , By all means . "Our current apartment is valued at RIB 700,000 . We can sell it and put that money towards buying the new apartment . "," Yeah , but we still need RIB 500,000 . Maybe we can use some of our savings to pay part of it . " " Yeah , but we still need RIB 500,000 . Maybe we can use some of our savings to pay part of it . ", And we can take out a loan to pay the rest . And we can take out a loan to pay the rest . ," Great , so we can afford the new apartment after all ! " " Great , so we can afford the new apartment after all ! ", Uh huh ... but we're going to have to cut back on our shopping from now on . What are your thoughts on the apartment ? , I think that it ’ s absolutely gorgeous . I think that it ’ s absolutely gorgeous . , There aren ’ t any problems with the apartment ? There aren ’ t any problems with the apartment ? ," I think that the apartment looks very nice , but I do see some problems . " " I think that the apartment looks very nice , but I do see some problems . ", What problems ? What problems ? , I did notice a few stains in the carpet . I did notice a few stains in the carpet . , We will have the carpet cleaned before you move in . We will have the carpet cleaned before you move in . , You will ? You will ? ," Yes , but other than that , are there any more problems ? " " Yes , but other than that , are there any more problems ? ", That was the only thing that I saw that was wrong with the apartment . That was the only thing that I saw that was wrong with the apartment . , I ’ m happy that you find this apartment so appealing . I ’ m happy that you find this apartment so appealing . , It is . I love it . I have been looking at this online catalog for over an hour and I still haven ’ t finished getting all the kitchen appliances that we need ! , What are you getting ? What are you getting ? ," Well , the first thing on my list is a new blender . I decided to also get a juicer and a new coffee maker . " " Well , the first thing on my list is a new blender . I decided to also get a juicer and a new coffee maker . ", Don ’ t forget to also get a new mixer . I lent the old one to my brother and he broke it . Don ’ t forget to also get a new mixer . I lent the old one to my brother and he broke it . , Yeah I know . I also decided to throw away the old toaster and get a new one . I am also getting a rice cooker and steamer to make some nice steamed fish or veggies . Yeah I know . I also decided to throw away the old toaster and get a new one . I am also getting a rice cooker and steamer to make some nice steamed fish or veggies . ," I ’ m actually thinking of completely refurnishing the kitchen and getting a new stove , oven , dishwasher and trash compacter . " " I ’ m actually thinking of completely refurnishing the kitchen and getting a new stove , oven , dishwasher and trash compacter . ", That ’ s a good idea ! The kitchen will look amazing ! I have to check out today . I'd like my bill ready by 10 this morning . ," You can be sure of that , sir . " " You can be sure of that , sir . ", Thank you . Oh . Have you finished listing your study preferences ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . "," Good . So , which is your top choice ? " " Good . So , which is your top choice ? "," Medicine . In my country , that certainly has great prestige . " " Medicine . In my country , that certainly has great prestige . ", I see . Which subject did you put last then ? I see . Which subject did you put last then ? , Oh.history . Oh.history . , That's interesting . Could you give any reasons for your choice ? Can you explainwhy do you put medicine first ? That's interesting . Could you give any reasons for your choice ? Can you explainwhy do you put medicine first ? ," Well , doctors are such an important job . I mean your health is the most imponent thing you've got , isn't it ? I want to be important and help people . " " Well , doctors are such an important job . I mean your health is the most imponent thing you've got , isn't it ? I want to be important and help people . ", Yes . I suppose so . I'd like to try the chef's special . ," Then what about you , Miss ? " " Then what about you , Miss ? ", I am on a diet . Do you have a vegetarian menu ? I am on a diet . Do you have a vegetarian menu ? , The vegetarian dishes are at the last pages of the menu . The vegetarian dishes are at the last pages of the menu . , Oh . I see . I would like to have mashed potatoes and chocolate pudding . "What kind of movies do you like , Sue ? ", I like all kinds of stuff . I admit I love romance . I like all kinds of stuff . I admit I love romance . ," Just like my wife . So , what ’ s your favorite movie ? " " Just like my wife . So , what ’ s your favorite movie ? ", You mean my favorite movie of all time ? I guess I ’ d have to say pretty woman . You mean my favorite movie of all time ? I guess I ’ d have to say pretty woman . ," Yeah , my wife likes that one , too . Personally , I prefer action movies . " "So , Emily , how was your day ? ", I don't think you really want to hear about it . I don't think you really want to hear about it . , It can't have been that bad . Go on and tell me about it . It can't have been that bad . Go on and tell me about it . ," To be honest , it was horrible ! My manager is such a pain in the neck ! " " To be honest , it was horrible ! My manager is such a pain in the neck ! ", Why ? What happened ? Why ? What happened ? ," Well , he made quite a few mistakes on the monthly report and when his supervisor found them , my manager blamed them on me ! " " Well , he made quite a few mistakes on the monthly report and when his supervisor found them , my manager blamed them on me ! ", That's not very fair . What did you do ? That's not very fair . What did you do ? ," There wasn't really anything that I could do . There's always been a lot of bad blood between my manager and myself . If I had said anything , he would have fired me for sure . " " There wasn't really anything that I could do . There's always been a lot of bad blood between my manager and myself . If I had said anything , he would have fired me for sure . ", Does he treat everyone in your department like this ? Does he treat everyone in your department like this ? ," He treats everyone pretty badly , but the way he treats me really takes the cake ! " " He treats everyone pretty badly , but the way he treats me really takes the cake ! ", Do you have any idea why he treats you worse than the others ? Do you have any idea why he treats you worse than the others ? , I really have no idea . All I know is that the thought of him really curls my hair ! I really have no idea . All I know is that the thought of him really curls my hair ! , Is there anyone else you can talk to about it at your company ? Is there anyone else you can talk to about it at your company ? , Not really . I'm hoping to live with it for a while until I get a promotion . Not really . I'm hoping to live with it for a while until I get a promotion . , That's very sensible . It sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders . That's very sensible . It sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders . ," I try to be sensible about it , but it's not very easy . Sometimes you just have to grin and bear it . " " I try to be sensible about it , but it's not very easy . Sometimes you just have to grin and bear it . "," That's so true . When you have a taste for success , you can't let dishonest people like your manager get in the way . " Did you need help ? , Where do I go to pick up my ballot ? Where do I go to pick up my ballot ? , I ’ ll help you with that . I ’ ll help you with that . , How ’ s that ? How ’ s that ? , I ’ m working here today . I ’ m working here today . , That ’ s wonderful . Thank you . That ’ s wonderful . Thank you . ," Can I see your ID , please ? " " Can I see your ID , please ? ", Here you go . Here you go . , I have your ballot card right here . I have your ballot card right here . , What am I supposed to do now ? What am I supposed to do now ? , All you have to do now is vote . All you have to do now is vote . , Okay . Wish me luck . "Royal Hotel , can I help you ? "," Yes . I urgently need a room for tomorrow night , and do you have any vacancies ? " " Yes . I urgently need a room for tomorrow night , and do you have any vacancies ? "," Yes , we have . What kind of room would you like ? " " Yes , we have . What kind of room would you like ? "," I'd like a suite with an ocean view , please . " " I'd like a suite with an ocean view , please . "," No problem , sir . " " No problem , sir . ", What is the price of the suite ? What is the price of the suite ? , It is $ 200 per night . It is $ 200 per night . , It is a little high . I'm told that your hotel is offering discount now . It is a little high . I'm told that your hotel is offering discount now . ," Yes , but the offer ended yesterday . I'm sorry . " " Yes , but the offer ended yesterday . I'm sorry . "," Oh , I see . Then do you have anything less expensive ? " " Oh , I see . Then do you have anything less expensive ? "," No , sir . So far it is the least expensive suite for tomorrow night . " " No , sir . So far it is the least expensive suite for tomorrow night . "," OK , I will take it . By the way , does the price include breakfast ? " " OK , I will take it . By the way , does the price include breakfast ? "," Yes , it does . Now could I have your name , please ? " " Yes , it does . Now could I have your name , please ? ", My name is David White . My name is David White . , Would you kindly spell it for me ? Would you kindly spell it for me ? ," That is D-A-V-I-D , W-H-I-T-E . " " That is D-A-V-I-D , W-H-I-T-E . "," Thank you , I got it . And how long do you expect to stay ? " " Thank you , I got it . And how long do you expect to stay ? ", About three days . About three days . , OK . Our check-in time is after 12:00 . And see you tomorrow . OK . Our check-in time is after 12:00 . And see you tomorrow . , Thank you . See you . "You're right . Watching movies at home is way cheaper than going to the theater , too . I like downloading movies too because it's easy and fast . ", I agree . And it's very convenient . I agree . And it's very convenient . , Have you ever heard of a movie rental company called Netflix ? They send the movies directly to your house in the mail . Have you ever heard of a movie rental company called Netflix ? They send the movies directly to your house in the mail . , Really ? That's great ! I'm going to try that next time . Really ? That's great ! I'm going to try that next time . ," Yeah , but I wish they delivered video games too . Then I would never leave my house ! " "Happy Mother ’ s Day , Mom ! ", Thanks ! These are beautiful . You shouldn ’ t have ! Thanks ! These are beautiful . You shouldn ’ t have ! , Of course I should have ! You certainly deserve them ! You put up with all of us . Of course I should have ! You certainly deserve them ! You put up with all of us . , I forgot what I put up with in that case . I do deserve these flowers . Sorry sir . But you can ’ t go into the OR . ," All right , but tell me what ’ s happening . Give it to me straight please . " " All right , but tell me what ’ s happening . Give it to me straight please . ", It was touching girl for a while . It was touching girl for a while . , And now ? And now ? , She will be OK . She is a tough cookie . She will be OK . She is a tough cookie . , That ’ s great news . That ’ s great news . , In my opinion she will up about soon . In my opinion she will up about soon . , That ’ s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor . That ’ s good to hear . She is usually full of vein and vigor . ," I believe it . Well , I ’ Ve got to go back in . " " I believe it . Well , I ’ Ve got to go back in . "," Thanks for helping her , doctor . " " Thanks for helping her , doctor . "," All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee . " " All right . Just relax , OK ? Go and got a cup of coffee . ", Thanks . I will . "Oh , come on , Ultraman ! "," What's up , Bro ? What's in the bulletin ? " " What's up , Bro ? What's in the bulletin ? ", It says that there will be a blackout from 5 p . m . to 7 p . m . in our neighborhood today . It says that there will be a blackout from 5 p . m . to 7 p . m . in our neighborhood today . , Blackout ? Even the TV has the limit . Blackout ? Even the TV has the limit . , Don't you know you will look like a monster in the blackout ? Don't you know you will look like a monster in the blackout ? ," Oops , no , Daddy can't watch American Idol , either ! " " Oops , no , Daddy can't watch American Idol , either ! "," That's not the point . Come on , can you imagine that there will be no electricity on such a hot day ? " " That's not the point . Come on , can you imagine that there will be no electricity on such a hot day ? "," Oh , my god ! No air-conditioner ! " " Oh , my god ! No air-conditioner ! "," OK , since you are the smart one , can you come up with a better plan ? So that we won't be baked like cookies here . " " OK , since you are the smart one , can you come up with a better plan ? So that we won't be baked like cookies here . ", How about playing Barbie out there in the neighborhood ? How about playing Barbie out there in the neighborhood ? ," Barbie ? You know , I might be seven , but I'm not a girl . " " Barbie ? You know , I might be seven , but I'm not a girl . ", Do you have a better plan ? Do you have a better plan ? ," All right , all right . " What do you think about violence in movies ? ," Personally , I'm not for it . I feel it's bad for kids to watch . " " Personally , I'm not for it . I feel it's bad for kids to watch . "," But kids like watching things like that . It's just for fun , would't you say ? " " But kids like watching things like that . It's just for fun , would't you say ? "," If you ask me , I have to disagree . Something shouldn't be watched for fun . " "I heard that you finished my home inspection , and I was wondering how it went . "," First of all , we need to understand what I was looking for . Do you know what the purpose of an inspection is ? " " First of all , we need to understand what I was looking for . Do you know what the purpose of an inspection is ? ", I am not sure what a home inspection is all about . I am not sure what a home inspection is all about . ," I went there to check for problems with the home , so you aren ’ t surprised when you move in . " " I went there to check for problems with the home , so you aren ’ t surprised when you move in . ", Wouldn ’ t the owners have told me about any problems ? Wouldn ’ t the owners have told me about any problems ? ," Sellers aren ’ t always truthful , and there might also be problems that they aren ’ t aware of . " " Sellers aren ’ t always truthful , and there might also be problems that they aren ’ t aware of . ", Can I require the owners to fix the problems ? Can I require the owners to fix the problems ? , You can make the sale of the house contingent on them fixing the problems . You can make the sale of the house contingent on them fixing the problems . , What did you find out when you did the inspection of my new home ? What did you find out when you did the inspection of my new home ? , There were no major problems . One leaky pipe under the sink and two broken roof tiles was all that I found . I feel that Bob ’ s father-in-law is a hard nut to crack . , You have taken words out of my mouth . He is a tough customer . You have taken words out of my mouth . He is a tough customer . , But his daughter is a very nice girl . What shall we do when we find a shortage in the shipment ? , You should do one of the two things - either to lodge a claim with the shipowner or with the insurance company . You should do one of the two things - either to lodge a claim with the shipowner or with the insurance company . , Shall we leave it to the brokers ? Shall we leave it to the brokers ? , Yes . They usually do it . Yes . They usually do it . , Do they charge for that ? Do they charge for that ? ," Of course . In Europe , they charge a commission of 1 % of the amount of the claim for their service . " " Of course . In Europe , they charge a commission of 1 % of the amount of the claim for their service . ", Is it the same in America ? Is it the same in America ? , They do the work without charge to the importer . They do the work without charge to the importer . ," It's part of their service , isn't it ? " " It's part of their service , isn't it ? ", Exactly . Exactly . , Is it enough to claim with an on board bill of lading ? Is it enough to claim with an on board bill of lading ? ," No , you must also obtain a statement from the shipping agent certifying that the goods were actually loaded on their vessel for shipment . " " No , you must also obtain a statement from the shipping agent certifying that the goods were actually loaded on their vessel for shipment . "," I see . By the way , how do we prove the ownership of our goods ? " " I see . By the way , how do we prove the ownership of our goods ? ", You must provide full original set of ocean bills of lading original insurance policy or certificate and the original commercia invoice . You must provide full original set of ocean bills of lading original insurance policy or certificate and the original commercia invoice . , I see . Thank you . I see . Thank you . , You are welcome . "Betty , something is burning . Can you smell it ? ", You ’ re right . You ’ re right . , Look ! The iron is still on . Look ! The iron is still on . , I should have turned it off . I ’ ll turn it off now . I should have turned it off . I ’ ll turn it off now . ," Look at my nice blue shirt , there ’ s a big hole in it . " " Look at my nice blue shirt , there ’ s a big hole in it . "," I ’ m sorry , Jim . " " I ’ m sorry , Jim . "," Never mind , dear . " "Hi . Can I help you , sir ? ", Yes . I ’ m interested in a job your company posted on the Internet . Yes . I ’ m interested in a job your company posted on the Internet . , We posted several positions . Which position are you looking for ? We posted several positions . Which position are you looking for ? , It is a position in your Maintenance Department . Is it available ? It is a position in your Maintenance Department . Is it available ? , Yes . Applications will be accepted for this position until next Friday . Yes . Applications will be accepted for this position until next Friday . , I have no experience but I ’ m interested in it . I have no experience but I ’ m interested in it . ," If you ’ re interested in this position , please send me your resume . " " If you ’ re interested in this position , please send me your resume . "," I don ’ t have my resume with me , but I will send you a copy immediately . Can I fill out the application form right now ? " " I don ’ t have my resume with me , but I will send you a copy immediately . Can I fill out the application form right now ? ", Sure . Thanks . , You ’ re welcome . "Those are the headlines for today , and now for the international weather report with Mike Sanderson . "," Thank you , Bob ! This past week has been the beginning of Armageddon for many , a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the world . In Switzerland , a major avalanche was reported in the Alps . Fortunately , no one was injured . Due to to the extreme cold this winter , a blizzard has struck the US Midwest , causing classes in schools and universities to be temporarily canceled . Moving to to Latin American , Ecuador has suffered a six month drought that has not only affected farming , but has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant that provides electricity for the entire country . In Chile , a major earthquake that registered seven point five on the Richter scale struck the southern region . Losses are reported to be in the billions . Authorities have not yet released an official statement . " " Thank you , Bob ! This past week has been the beginning of Armageddon for many , a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the world . In Switzerland , a major avalanche was reported in the Alps . Fortunately , no one was injured . Due to to the extreme cold this winter , a blizzard has struck the US Midwest , causing classes in schools and universities to be temporarily canceled . Moving to to Latin American , Ecuador has suffered a six month drought that has not only affected farming , but has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant that provides electricity for the entire country . In Chile , a major earthquake that registered seven point five on the Richter scale struck the southern region . Losses are reported to be in the billions . Authorities have not yet released an official statement . ", Not a great week for the world ! Any good news ? Not a great week for the world ! Any good news ? ," I ’ m afraid not , Bob . One of the major volcanoes in Mexico has erupted , causing major floods and landslides in the region . Meanwhile , Mexico ’ s coast has been hit by hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the seismic activity leads them to believe that a tsunami may hit Central America , affecting Honduras , Guatemala and Panama . That ’ s all the news we have for today , but stay tuned for updates on the six o ’ clock news . Back to you Bob . " Hey . I'm a visitor from China . I love your music . It's the best I've ever heard . Will you please spare a little bit of time for me ? ," Sure . Thank you for saying that . Actually , those songs were sung for the first time today . I wrote them in the past two months . " " Sure . Thank you for saying that . Actually , those songs were sung for the first time today . I wrote them in the past two months . "," Oh , you wrote them all by yourself . That's amazing ! Are you a regular singer here ? " " Oh , you wrote them all by yourself . That's amazing ! Are you a regular singer here ? "," You can say that . But my band and I also sing regularly in several other places , too . " " You can say that . But my band and I also sing regularly in several other places , too . ", Cool . Your guitar skills are very impressive . How did you learn to play like that ? Cool . Your guitar skills are very impressive . How did you learn to play like that ? ," I picked up guitar at an early age , maybe around 8 years old . Afterward , I taught myself by listening to some records of top players . " " I picked up guitar at an early age , maybe around 8 years old . Afterward , I taught myself by listening to some records of top players . "," Wow , that's unbelievable ! You play so well , but you've never been to a real teacher . You will definitely be famous in the near future . " "What does your sister look like , Mike ? "," Well , she ’ s tall and pretty . " " Well , she ’ s tall and pretty . ", Is she like you ? Is she like you ? , I suppose so . We ’ re both friendly and easy-going . I suppose so . We ’ re both friendly and easy-going . , Is she as clever as you ? Is she as clever as you ? ," No , she ’ s not as clever as me . " " No , she ’ s not as clever as me . ", Big head ! What's the price ? I hope you'll quote us favorably . , It's 800 US dollars per kilo CIF five percent Hamburg . It's 800 US dollars per kilo CIF five percent Hamburg . ," Frankly speaking , the price you offer is too high . We can't accept it . " " Frankly speaking , the price you offer is too high . We can't accept it . ", Why ? This is a fair market price . Why ? This is a fair market price . , It certainly is . It certainly is . , Then what leads you to think that we have to reduce our price ? Please tell me candidly . Then what leads you to think that we have to reduce our price ? Please tell me candidly . ," I look at it this way , suppliers should be able to reduce their CIF price , even lower than their home price . " " I look at it this way , suppliers should be able to reduce their CIF price , even lower than their home price . ", We give you quotations on the same basis as we quote in the domestic market . We give you quotations on the same basis as we quote in the domestic market . ," That's the point . Your overhead is in your domestic price , but it can't be carried in the CIF price . " " That's the point . Your overhead is in your domestic price , but it can't be carried in the CIF price . "," But even with the overhead out , the export overhead must be put in . Finally , it comes to the same thing . Anyway , this is a quality item and should be sold on its value . " " But even with the overhead out , the export overhead must be put in . Finally , it comes to the same thing . Anyway , this is a quality item and should be sold on its value . "," I wish you could make a reconsideration . If you don't reduce your price , we won't purchase from you any more because there's plenty of other business offering here . " You look depressed . What's on your mind ? ," Well , I had a blood test last week . The doctor said that I have high blood pressure and my blood is thick and sticky . I'm very worried . " " Well , I had a blood test last week . The doctor said that I have high blood pressure and my blood is thick and sticky . I'm very worried . "," Take it easy . When we last talked , you promised there would be more exercises in your life . But now you are putting on some weight . " " Take it easy . When we last talked , you promised there would be more exercises in your life . But now you are putting on some weight . ", I have to admit it's easier said than done . I have to admit it's easier said than done . ," Well , I think it's time for you to change your eating habits and develop a healthy lifestyle . Regular exercise will improve your health . " " Well , I think it's time for you to change your eating habits and develop a healthy lifestyle . Regular exercise will improve your health . "," But you know I'm just not into exercises . And I wouldn't have time for exercises , either . " " But you know I'm just not into exercises . And I wouldn't have time for exercises , either . ", You can do some jogging . It's easy and it doesn't take much time . You can do some jogging . It's easy and it doesn't take much time . ," Actually , my doctor said the same thing . " "Hello , is that the Peace Restaurant ? ", Yes . May I help you ? Yes . May I help you ? , Yes . I'd like a table for six at 7:00 this evening . Can you arrange it for us ? Yes . I'd like a table for six at 7:00 this evening . Can you arrange it for us ? ," Just a minute . I'll check if there is any availability . I'm sorry , sir . There isn't any table left for 7:00 , but we can give you one at 8: 00 . Would you like to make a reservation at that time ? " " Just a minute . I'll check if there is any availability . I'm sorry , sir . There isn't any table left for 7:00 , but we can give you one at 8: 00 . Would you like to make a reservation at that time ? ", Let me see . It seems a little late . Let me see . It seems a little late . ," Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time . " " Usually , the restaurant will be quieter at that time . ", OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 . OK . I'll change the time to 8: 00 . ," Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ? " " Very good , sir . A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening . May I have your name , please ? ", It's John . It's John . , Thank you very much . Bye . "i saw lily for the first time . and fell like i'v been struck by lightening.she is a girl of my dreams . i have a date with her on Friday , but i really can't decide what to do . ", what about taking her for a dinner or a movie ? what about taking her for a dinner or a movie ? ," not bad , any other ideas ? " " not bad , any other ideas ? "," well , there is a play on campus this weekend . " " well , there is a play on campus this weekend . ", good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ? good idea . that ' s why i think i have culture . you have any other suggestions ? , what's the matter with these ideas ? what's the matter with these ideas ? ," They are good , but i still need a few more . " " They are good , but i still need a few more . ", what about going on a picnic ? what about going on a picnic ? ," Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ? " " Cool , but what if the weather is not ideal ? "," you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ? " " you can also take her to the art museum or a cafe . Certainly , i must come up with something you can use . how do you like the ideas i am giving you ? ", they are all good . Why are you in such a hurry ? , I should finish it as soon as possible . I should finish it as soon as possible . ," Don't worry , do it step by step " " Don't worry , do it step by step ", Why can I learn it ? Why can I learn it ? ," Don't worry , do it step by step . " " Don't worry , do it step by step . ", I feel I really stupid . Room service.May I come in ? , Yes.please . Yes.please . , Here is your laundry . I am sorry to tell you that one of your clothes has shrunk due to our fault . Here is your laundry . I am sorry to tell you that one of your clothes has shrunk due to our fault . ," Oh , my god . " " Oh , my god . ", We are terribly sorry for that.Could you please buy a new one and give us the receipt ? We will refund the cost of the laundry and the new sweater . We are terribly sorry for that.Could you please buy a new one and give us the receipt ? We will refund the cost of the laundry and the new sweater . , I hope so . I hope so . , Would you please fill out the form ? Have you always been on this site ? ," No , we used to be on an industrial estate on the outskirts of York . " " No , we used to be on an industrial estate on the outskirts of York . ", Why did you move ? Why did you move ? , We needed larger premises so we moved to this greenfield site last year . It's nearer the motorway so it's better for transportation . He has lots of hobbies . , And he ’ s always busy with his pictures and roses . And he ’ s always busy with his pictures and roses . , He ’ s won a dozen prizes for his pictures and roses . He ’ s won a dozen prizes for his pictures and roses . , But as for his business in the city ... But as for his business in the city ... , He lets his cousins look after his business . He lets his cousins look after his business . , He sounds more like an artist than a businessman . "Hello , Friendship Restaurant . May I help you ? ", I'd like to book a table tonight . I'd like to book a table tonight . ," Yes , Sir . For how many people , please ? " " Yes , Sir . For how many people , please ? ", Eight . Eight . , What time ? What time ? ," Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ? " " Eight o'clock tonight , would you please set us in a private room ? "," So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ? " " So sorry , we're fully booked in that room . Would you like to make reservation some other time ? "," Maybe not , thank you all the same then . " "I want to get in shape . I feel like a fence sitter-not really fat , but not really healthy . "," I know what you mean . I fit into my clothes , but I'm not always comfortable . " " I know what you mean . I fit into my clothes , but I'm not always comfortable . ", Would you like to get in shape together ? Would you like to get in shape together ? , What do you have in mind ? What do you have in mind ? , How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work . How about going to the gym ? There's one really close to work . , I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ? I know the one you mean . Do you know how much the memberships are ? ," As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now . " " As a matter of fact , they are having a promotion right now . ", Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities . "Hi , Walter ! "," Hi , Sterling ! " " Hi , Sterling ! ", What do you think of our new teacher ? What do you think of our new teacher ? , Professor Wood ? I think he's a brilliant scientist . Professor Wood ? I think he's a brilliant scientist . , You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ? You're got a point there . But do you think he's a little absent-minded ? , I guess so . "Sir , would you like some dessert now ? ", Please show me the menu again . Please show me the menu again . ," Here you are . sir , the chocolate cake is very delicious . " " Here you are . sir , the chocolate cake is very delicious . "," No , thanks . I don't like chocolate . I'd like strawberry pie . " " No , thanks . I don't like chocolate . I'd like strawberry pie . ", I am afraid there is none . I am afraid there is none . , Then I'll have vanilla ice cream . Then I'll have vanilla ice cream . , Fine . I will bring it right away . Hello . ," Good morning , Ruth . Did I wake you up ? " " Good morning , Ruth . Did I wake you up ? "," No , I was just about to get up . What's up , Carl ? " " No , I was just about to get up . What's up , Carl ? "," Listen , I am calling to confirm what you said yesterday . Are we supposed to meet at the Chinatown terminal of the Avenue B bus or D bus ? " " Listen , I am calling to confirm what you said yesterday . Are we supposed to meet at the Chinatown terminal of the Avenue B bus or D bus ? ", B as in boy . You should get off at the last stop in Chinatown . B as in boy . You should get off at the last stop in Chinatown . ," Oh , you mean Canal Street ? " " Oh , you mean Canal Street ? ", That's the wrong direction . Canal Street is on the other side of Chinatown . That's the wrong direction . Canal Street is on the other side of Chinatown . ," Oh , I get it . When did we decide to meet ? " " Oh , I get it . When did we decide to meet ? "," At 10,45 . Is Ann coming along ? " " At 10,45 . Is Ann coming along ? ", I cannot get hold of her yet . I cannot get hold of her yet . ," See you around , Carl . " " See you around , Carl . ", See you later . "Hello , Green here . "," Oh , Mr Green , my name is Jianshan . You don't know me , but I'm a friend of David Smith . " " Oh , Mr Green , my name is Jianshan . You don't know me , but I'm a friend of David Smith . "," Oh , yes . " " Oh , yes . "," When I told David I was coming here to live , he give me your number , and suggest that I give your a ring . I was wondering if you could give me some advices . " " When I told David I was coming here to live , he give me your number , and suggest that I give your a ring . I was wondering if you could give me some advices . ", I'll be please to if I can . What can I do for you ? I'll be please to if I can . What can I do for you ? ," Well , I'm looking for a place to live . David thought as you are a @ agent . you might know something is suitable . " " Well , I'm looking for a place to live . David thought as you are a @ agent . you might know something is suitable . "," Yes , I think I can help you . Why not you come around and see me ? Do you know my office ? " " Yes , I think I can help you . Why not you come around and see me ? Do you know my office ? "," Yes , I've got the address . " " Yes , I've got the address . "," Good , where are you now ? " " Good , where are you now ? ", I'm at the post office . I'm at the post office . ," oh , well , that's just a few minutes walk to my office , come around and see me now . " " oh , well , that's just a few minutes walk to my office , come around and see me now . "," Thank you very much , Mr Green . " " Thank you very much , Mr Green . ", Not at all . Look ! There's even a built-in handle to carry it with . , But it's so thin . There's no way that it comes with a CD-ROM . But it's so thin . There's no way that it comes with a CD-ROM . ," Oh , yes , it does . Look , here it says that the CD-ROM is built-in ! " " Oh , yes , it does . Look , here it says that the CD-ROM is built-in ! ", What other features are listed ? What other features are listed ? , It says that it comes in teal and tangerine . It says that it comes in teal and tangerine . , Totally cool colors ! Totally cool colors ! , And it says that it sleeps . "I'll have sole , then . ", All right.How about other guests ? All right.How about other guests ? ," The rest of us will have this today's special , please . " " The rest of us will have this today's special , please . ", OK . OK . ," I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others.Will you change it ? " " I'm sorry but I ordered sole , not the same as the others.Will you change it ? ", I'm afraid we have no more sole . I'm afraid we have no more sole . ," Then , I'll have this pork cute instead . " " Then , I'll have this pork cute instead . "," Certainly.Just a moment , sir . " "Balista , pull me a ristretto . ", What ? You're suddenly some kind of coffee snob now ? What's a ristretto anyway ? What ? You're suddenly some kind of coffee snob now ? What's a ristretto anyway ? , It's basically a very strong espresso . Half the water pulled through the same amount of beans . Pure coffee essence . It's basically a very strong espresso . Half the water pulled through the same amount of beans . Pure coffee essence . , Sounds like it must be just full of caffeine . I want one of those instead ! Sounds like it must be just full of caffeine . I want one of those instead ! ," You fiend . It's about the flavor , not the fix . Why don't you just crush some caffeine pills and start doing lines ? " "Hi Bob , how ’ s business ? ", Just okay . Just okay . ," Okay , enough small talk . Let ’ s get down to business . " " Okay , enough small talk . Let ’ s get down to business . ", Good idea . Good idea . ," Since we ’ re good friends , you don't have to pay me . " " Since we ’ re good friends , you don't have to pay me . "," No , I can ’ t accept it . Business is business . " "Bob , what are you thinking about ? ", I'm looking forward to going to America . I'm looking forward to going to America . , When do you go ? When do you go ? , Next week . What time does the next train to London leave ? ," At 16:35 , from platform 8 . " " At 16:35 , from platform 8 . ", Is it a direct train to London ? Is it a direct train to London ? ," No , you have to change trains at Birmingham . " " No , you have to change trains at Birmingham . "," I see . One ticket to London , please . " " I see . One ticket to London , please . "," Single or return , sir ? " " Single or return , sir ? "," Single , please . " " Single , please . "," 64 pounds , please . " " 64 pounds , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Here's your ticket and change , sir . " Why don't you watch where you're going ? , Me ? You're the one who pulled out in front of me ! Me ? You're the one who pulled out in front of me ! , There was plenty of room for me to pull out.You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in . There was plenty of room for me to pull out.You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in . ," Hey , listen . I had every right to stay in the lane I was in.You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out.And anyhow , you didn't give me any time to change lanes.All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me . " " Hey , listen . I had every right to stay in the lane I was in.You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out.And anyhow , you didn't give me any time to change lanes.All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me . ", I think my arm is broken . I think my arm is broken . ," Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too . " " Sorry about your arm , but it serves you right . You need to learn how to drive . You're lucky you didn't get killed . And I'm lucky to be alive too . "," Listen , let's just wait until the police get here.Then we can decide whose fault this accident was . " " Listen , let's just wait until the police get here.Then we can decide whose fault this accident was . ", Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried . Fine with me . I know the laws of the road . I'm not worried . ," I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side.Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ? " " I have a cell phone in my car . Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side.Why don't you get it for me , and then I can call the police ? ", Alright . Alright . , It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there . It doesn't work . It looks like it's broken . I need to get to a hospital . You should drive me there . ," Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital . " " Oh , yeah ? It's better if we make a police report first . Then you can go to the hospital . ", Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police . Damn it ! I'm injured here . We could wait all day for the police . ," Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time . " " Well , you'll just have to wait . I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive . I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone . Don't worry . You'll get to the hospital in time . ", It really hurts . It really hurts . ," Yes , maybe it does.But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ? " " Yes , maybe it does.But if you're going to drive like you did just now , you will have to get used to a little physical pain . You know what I mean ? ", To hell with you . The accident was your fault . To hell with you . The accident was your fault . ," I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone.Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ? " " I'm afraid it wasn't . And when the police get here , you will also see that it wasn't . But enough of this bickering . I'm going to go find a phone.Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone . Alright ? ", To hell with you . Last night I looked for my Indian classmate Barbara . I found her sitting with her legs crossed and quietly practicing . ," Needless to say , it must be Indian Yoga . " " Needless to say , it must be Indian Yoga . "," Mary , you say something about it . " " Mary , you say something about it . "," Tracing back , Yoga has a very long history . It was originated before India had approved Yoga and these documents were arranged and written according to the contents passed by mouth to mouth . In other words , Yoga is passed down from ancient times , which cannot be recalled . " Plastic bags are widely used nowadays . , But they're hard to be disposed of . But they're hard to be disposed of . ," In this aspect , I think , Pater bags have the edge on plastic bags . " "How are you doing , Jim ? "," Fine , just fine.How about you ? " " Fine , just fine.How about you ? ", Not too bad . Do you want an IBM-compatible PC or a Macintosh ? , I'm not sure . What's the difference ? I'm not sure . What's the difference ? ," Well , what do you plan to use your computer for ? " " Well , what do you plan to use your computer for ? ", Mostly just to browse the Internet and send emails to friends . Mostly just to browse the Internet and send emails to friends . ," Then a PC should be enough . Macintoshes are better for graphics , but they also cost a bit more . " "Hello , Mr Lawson . It's a pleasure to see you again . You seem to be in here all the time at the moment ! What can I do for you today ? "," I've prepared some L / C documents , all in accordance with the conditions . There shouldn't be any problems ; I've done about a million of these things recently . " " I've prepared some L / C documents , all in accordance with the conditions . There shouldn't be any problems ; I've done about a million of these things recently . "," You're right , no problems . You are becoming quite the expert , Mr Lawson . If any problem does turn up , which I'm sure it won't , I'll give you a call . " " You're right , no problems . You are becoming quite the expert , Mr Lawson . If any problem does turn up , which I'm sure it won't , I'll give you a call . "," Thanks very much . I'm sure I'll be back , so see you again soon . Bye ! " "Excuse me . I'm your new neighbor , Jack . I just moved in . ", Oh . Yes ? Oh . Yes ? , I'm looking for a grocery store . Are there any around here ? I'm looking for a grocery store . Are there any around here ? ," Yes , there are some on Pine Street . " " Yes , there are some on Pine Street . ", OK . And is there a laundromat near here ? OK . And is there a laundromat near here ? ," Well , I think there's one across from the shopping center . " " Well , I think there's one across from the shopping center . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," By the way , there's a barber shop in the shopping center , too . " " By the way , there's a barber shop in the shopping center , too . ", A barber shop ? ! "Mom , I want to get a motorcycle . Is that all right with you ? ", You mean a murder cycle ? Did you know more cyclists die in accidents than motorists ? You mean a murder cycle ? Did you know more cyclists die in accidents than motorists ? , Mom ! I'll wear a helmet and I'll drive sane . I promise . Mom ! I'll wear a helmet and I'll drive sane . I promise . , I'll tell you what . You can get a motorcycle on one condition . I'll tell you what . You can get a motorcycle on one condition . , What's that ? What's that ? , You spend two weeks with dad in his ambulance as an EMT trainee and volunteer at the emergency room for one month . You spend two weeks with dad in his ambulance as an EMT trainee and volunteer at the emergency room for one month . , And after that ? And after that ? ," After that , we'll let you decide if you still want a murder , I mean motorcycle . " "Hello , Mrs . Taylor . I'm here to pick up Diane . "," Hi , Ben . Come in . Diane's not ready yet , so you'll have to wait a few minutes . " I think I may rent this apartment from you . , That ’ s great to hear . That ’ s great to hear . , How much are you looking to rent it for ? How much are you looking to rent it for ? , For each month you would have to pay $ 1050 . For each month you would have to pay $ 1050 . , That is too expensive . That is too expensive . , I don ’ t think that is too much for rent . I don ’ t think that is too much for rent . , How does $ 850 a month sound to you ? How does $ 850 a month sound to you ? , That ’ s not enough . That ’ s not enough . , That ’ s the best that I can do . That ’ s the best that I can do . , $ 850 a month is not enough money . $ 850 a month is not enough money . , Would you please reconsider ? Would you please reconsider ? , That ’ s my final offer . Take it or leave it . "This facility is great , don't you think ? "," Yes , it is better than last year . They have done a very good job this time . " " Yes , it is better than last year . They have done a very good job this time . ", I'm glad our booth is on the first floor . More people can see our display . I'm glad our booth is on the first floor . More people can see our display . ," If someone wants to find us , they can look at this floor plan.It shows where all the companies have their booths . " " If someone wants to find us , they can look at this floor plan.It shows where all the companies have their booths . ", Let me see that . I didn't get one when I came in . Let me see that . I didn't get one when I came in . , Really ? They didn't give you one with your ticket ? Really ? They didn't give you one with your ticket ? , No . No . , That's strange . That's strange . , Where do you go for lunch around here ? Where do you go for lunch around here ? , Are you hungry ? Are you hungry ? , Not too bad . But I will be soon . Not too bad . But I will be soon . , I went across the street . There is a good Chinese restaurant next to the hotel . I went across the street . There is a good Chinese restaurant next to the hotel . , I can't see Cortex on this floor plan . Don't they have a booth here ? I can't see Cortex on this floor plan . Don't they have a booth here ? ," They must . Let me look at that.Here it is . Cortex . It's on the second floor , next to the Roll booth . " " They must . Let me look at that.Here it is . Cortex . It's on the second floor , next to the Roll booth . "," Oh , that will be uncomfortable for them . " " Oh , that will be uncomfortable for them . ", For whom ? Cortex ? For whom ? Cortex ? , Yes . Cortex just stole Darren McDowell from Rolly.And probably Darren will be here.So he will have to spend the whole show standing next to his old Cortex coworkers . Yes . Cortex just stole Darren McDowell from Rolly.And probably Darren will be here.So he will have to spend the whole show standing next to his old Cortex coworkers . , I've never met Darren.But you're right . That would probably be uncomfortable . I've never met Darren.But you're right . That would probably be uncomfortable . ," When you reserve a booth , you should check who your neighbors will be.Don ' t you think ? " " When you reserve a booth , you should check who your neighbors will be.Don ' t you think ? "," Yes , maybe . If you're Darren McDowell , you should probably check . " " Yes , maybe . If you're Darren McDowell , you should probably check . "," Yes . Well , I think I'll go get lunch . Will you join me ? " " Yes . Well , I think I'll go get lunch . Will you join me ? "," No , I'll stay here at the booth . I ate earlier . Are you going to the Chinese restaurant ? " " No , I'll stay here at the booth . I ate earlier . Are you going to the Chinese restaurant ? ", Maybe . I will look around . "I ’ Ve always wondered , what ’ s the difference between English for Chinese students and English for native students ? ", I don ’ t know . What do you think ? I don ’ t know . What do you think ? ," I think a Chinese student concentrates on written English , and uses it as a basis for communicating . From start to finish he ’ s learning vocabulary and fundamentals of grammar . This is a very difficult way to learn . " " I think a Chinese student concentrates on written English , and uses it as a basis for communicating . From start to finish he ’ s learning vocabulary and fundamentals of grammar . This is a very difficult way to learn . ", What do natives get ? What do natives get ? ," They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity . " " They get higher level English , which is more formal than everyday spoken English . They also deal with matters of style and creativity . ", Do you mean that a native doesn ’ t make any mistakes in grammar ? Do you mean that a native doesn ’ t make any mistakes in grammar ? ," Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken . " " Absolutely not ! Native speakers make a lot of grammar mistakes , especially if they come from a home where nonstandard English is spoken . ", I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ’ t know standard English in American universities . I suppose that only a small percentage of college students don ’ t know standard English in American universities . , Actually there are more non-native speakers than you think . That ’ s why it ’ s so important to quit worrying about making mistakes . Just talk to everyone every chance you get . "Ten sheets of rice paper , 25 brushes , two boxes of oil color and two boxes of water color . All these come up to $ 35.50 , sir . "," Ok , here is $ 50 . Oh , can you make out an invoice for me ? " " Ok , here is $ 50 . Oh , can you make out an invoice for me ? "," Sure , just a minute . Are you an artist , sir ? " " Sure , just a minute . Are you an artist , sir ? "," No , I am a teacher . I teach art . " " No , I am a teacher . I teach art . ", That must be a very interesting job . That must be a very interesting job . ," It is . You must be new here . I do my shopping here regularly , once a week . " " It is . You must be new here . I do my shopping here regularly , once a week . ", Do you ? Nice to meet you ! And here is the invoice and your change . Do you ? Nice to meet you ! And here is the invoice and your change . ," Thank you . Nice to meet you , too . " "Have you been registered yet , sir ? "," No , I haven't been registered . " " No , I haven't been registered . ", Are you a medical or surgical case ? Are you a medical or surgical case ? , I'm a medical case . I'm a medical case . , Do you have your medical history sheet with you ? Do you have your medical history sheet with you ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ? " " Please fill in this admission card . Well , how long do you expect to stay in the hospital ? ", The doctor told me to stay about one month . The doctor told me to stay about one month . ," But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then . " " But there're no beds available now . Two patients will be discharged this afternoon , so you'll have to wait until then . "," Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back . " " Well , when they leave the hospital , give me a call and I'll come back . ", Certainly . See you in the afternoon . Have you had a chance to look over the contract ? , Yes . I've read it carefully . Yes . I've read it carefully . , And do you have any questions ? And do you have any questions ? , No . But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week.Will you have thatmany classes for me right away ? No . But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week.Will you have thatmany classes for me right away ? ," No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours . " " No , probably not . For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours . "," But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month.Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours . " " But my salary will be 1100 dollars a month.Will you pay me that much for the first month ? Because , I mean , I won't be working so many hours . "," I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract.For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach.When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect.Is that alright with you ? " " I understand . That's why I didn't write the date on the contract.For the first two weeks , we will pay you according to the hours you teach.When you have 22 hours of classes , then the contract will take effect.Is that alright with you ? "," Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ? " " Oh , so I don't sign the contract today . Is that right ? "," I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs.We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us.We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient . " " I don't want you to misunderstand , Miss Briggs.We are very serious about hiring you . We want you to teach for us.We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient . ", I can accept that . I can accept that . , Good . And your benefits will begin immediately . Good . And your benefits will begin immediately . , Even my health insurance ? Even my health insurance ? , Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow.And your free membership in the club starts today if you like . Yes . We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow.And your free membership in the club starts today if you like . , I have a few questions about the free membership . I have a few questions about the free membership . , What would you like to know ? What would you like to know ? ," Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ? " " Is my membership the same as paying club members ? I mean , can I get discounts at club hotels ? ", Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers . Absolutely . The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers . , What are bar vouchers ? What are bar vouchers ? , Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers.The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge.But we don't offer vouchers to employees . Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers.The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge.But we don't offer vouchers to employees . ," But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant . " " But according to the contract , employees get a discount in the restaurant . "," That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members.You get more benefits than they do . " " That's right . So in a way , it is cheaper for you than for the members.You get more benefits than they do . "," So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract.But we won't sign it yet . That right ? " " So , for now , you want me to keep a copy of the contract.But we won't sign it yet . That right ? ", Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything.So that you understand the terms . Yes . I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything.So that you understand the terms . ," I understand.And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it . " " I understand.And according to the terms on the contract , I am happy to accept this job . I look forward to it . "," I'm very pleased . We look forward to having you here , Miss Briggs . " "Good morning , I am here for my interview . "," Hello , nice to meet you . I ’ m Mr . Gotcha . Have any trouble finding the place ? " " Hello , nice to meet you . I ’ m Mr . Gotcha . Have any trouble finding the place ? ", No problem . No problem . , So why don ’ t you tell me why you are interested in changing positions ? So why don ’ t you tell me why you are interested in changing positions ? ," Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy . " " Unfortunately , our company is shutting down due to the economy . ", What would you consider your strengths ? What would you consider your strengths ? , I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes . I am probably best at researching for marketing purposes . , What is your biggest weakness ? What is your biggest weakness ? , I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged . I tend to get bored easily and so love to keep myself challenged . , We have a position where that could work out well . "Wow , the view from the peak is so grand ! "," Look , most of the maple leaves have turned red . " " Look , most of the maple leaves have turned red . ", Did you ever see this kind of beautiful scene ? Did you ever see this kind of beautiful scene ? ," Of course , my father used to take me to Kiang Shan or somewhere like that as a child . " " Of course , my father used to take me to Kiang Shan or somewhere like that as a child . ", But my father did not . He didn't have much time . But my father did not . He didn't have much time . ," Honey , I'm sorry . I promise you , this summer vacation , I will take you to Huang-Shan Mountains . It is more beautiful and magnificent . " " Honey , I'm sorry . I promise you , this summer vacation , I will take you to Huang-Shan Mountains . It is more beautiful and magnificent . ", Really ? It's a deal . Have you ever been there ? Really ? It's a deal . Have you ever been there ? ," Yes , I went there five years ago . You were still a baby at that time . " " Yes , I went there five years ago . You were still a baby at that time . ", It really gets me interested . Is it higher than Kiang Shan ? It really gets me interested . Is it higher than Kiang Shan ? , Surely . You can enjoy the beauty of numerous streams and waterfalls . The sea of clouds has a fairy tale beauty . Surely . You can enjoy the beauty of numerous streams and waterfalls . The sea of clouds has a fairy tale beauty . , Can I see the rainbow ? Can I see the rainbow ? ," That depends . If you are lucky , you can see a vivid rainbow across over two peaks . " "We have the capital ready.Right now I am looking at three different companies to produce our products.And your company , Mr . Chen , seems to me to be the best for what we want . "," I appreciate your remarks . And we are always happy to do more business.But , you know , if we take on a contract to produce new products , we want to be confident the product is marketable . Because , to start producing new things requires a lot of preparation.It requires a lot of investment for us . " " I appreciate your remarks . And we are always happy to do more business.But , you know , if we take on a contract to produce new products , we want to be confident the product is marketable . Because , to start producing new things requires a lot of preparation.It requires a lot of investment for us . "," You have some doubts about our products , I understand . " " You have some doubts about our products , I understand . ", I would like to offer you a good price.But I won't be able to do that if I think this is a one-shot deal.So I would like to have some confidence in your idea . I would like to offer you a good price.But I won't be able to do that if I think this is a one-shot deal.So I would like to have some confidence in your idea . , Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea.You know the popular Hello Kitty products . Of course . Let me tell you in some detail about our idea.You know the popular Hello Kitty products . ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . "," Well , the products in themselves are very simple.It is the logo that is successful.So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple . " " Well , the products in themselves are very simple.It is the logo that is successful.So , Hello Kitty is successful because of the logo , but the products are very simple . ", And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan.It is the Japanese that have made it a fad . And I would say the logo is successful mainly because it comes from Japan.It is the Japanese that have made it a fad . , That might be true.But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it.It is because of our logo that our products will sell.We just need someone to produce the products for us.We have the backup and people to do the marketing . That might be true.But we have a logo concept that is great . It is really great . I think it will catch on in Taiwan at least . Young people will love it.It is because of our logo that our products will sell.We just need someone to produce the products for us.We have the backup and people to do the marketing . , So what you are really trying to sell is a fad . So what you are really trying to sell is a fad . ," Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that.Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo.Just like Hello Kitty . " " Yes , we would like to make things like key chains , plastic pencil sharpeners , plastic rulers , watches , wallets , things like that.Little accessories for young people . But the reason these will sell is the logo.Just like Hello Kitty . ", I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ? I understand . But why won't you show me the logo ? ," Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it.But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products . " " Because it hasn't been copyrighted . We want to get some protection for it.But while we wait for copyright , we are investigating companies to produce the products . "," I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last . " " I see . The problem , however , is that I can't be confident in giving you a good priceless I am confident your product will last . "," I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price.We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products.And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost . " " I understand . For now , though , you could just give us an estimated price.We aren't going to sign a contract yet . We are just investigating . I only need to know that your company is capable of producing the products.And then , I only need a very rough idea of how much it might cost . ", Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates . Alright . I understand . Right now you just want estimates . , Yes . Have you been to the Queen Street West ? , No . What is that street charming for ? No . What is that street charming for ? ," You can find the most fashionable restaurants there . And also you can see the galleries , antique shops and the ballrooms . " You look really nice today . , Thank you . I just got this outfit the other day . Thank you . I just got this outfit the other day . ," Really , where did you get it ? " " Really , where did you get it ? ", I got it from Macy's . I got it from Macy's . , It's really nice . It's really nice . ," Thanks again . You look nice today , too . " " Thanks again . You look nice today , too . ", Thank you . I just got these shoes today . Thank you . I just got these shoes today . , Really ? What kind of shoes are they ? Really ? What kind of shoes are they ? , These are called All Star Chuck Taylors . These are called All Star Chuck Taylors . , I really like those . How much did they cost ? I really like those . How much did they cost ? , They were about forty dollars . They were about forty dollars . , I think I'm going to go buy myself a pair . "I would like to ask for one day off next week . Do you think the manager will agree ? I know it is the busy time for our company , but I do have some important things to handle . "," Well , it is hard to say . At least you need to come up with a good reason . " " Well , it is hard to say . At least you need to come up with a good reason . "," Actually , it is my mother ’ s wedding . My parents divorced many years ago . Now she is ready to establish a new family . It is a special occasion . I ’ Ve got to be there , right ? " " Actually , it is my mother ’ s wedding . My parents divorced many years ago . Now she is ready to establish a new family . It is a special occasion . I ’ Ve got to be there , right ? "," Yes , you should be there . Go find the manager and ask . I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off . Don ’ t forget to fill in the leave application form . It will be signed by the manager for approval . " " Yes , you should be there . Go find the manager and ask . I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off . Don ’ t forget to fill in the leave application form . It will be signed by the manager for approval . ", Thank you so much . I learned of the railway accident only this morning . , A really dreadful accident and many people were killed . A really dreadful accident and many people were killed . , Is that true ? Is that true ? ," Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later . " " Yeah , well , I fill you in one the details later . ", Thanks . "Somebody , please answer the phone . ", I've got it . "Waitress ! My bill for today's lunch , please . "," OK , sir . " " OK , sir . ", How much do I owe ? How much do I owe ? , 190 yuan . 190 yuan . , Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you . Here is 200 yuan . The charge is for you . , Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye . Thank you . Welcome to call again . Goodbye . , Goodbye . Have you any tour route to Budapest ? ," Yes , I have , sir . How long are you going on vacation ? " " Yes , I have , sir . How long are you going on vacation ? ", About 2 weeks . About 2 weeks . , I recommend you this route . We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots . I recommend you this route . We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots . ," Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ? " " Well , will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour ? "," Of course , we will , sir . " They're here ! Now that's speedy service ! And they arrived within two days of each other ! , What are you waiting for ? Rip ‘ em open ! What are you waiting for ? Rip ‘ em open ! ," Wow ... this shirt is nice , but looks big . " " Wow ... this shirt is nice , but looks big . "," It's nice , but how much did you end up paying ? " " It's nice , but how much did you end up paying ? ", With the shipping included--seventy dollars . With the shipping included--seventy dollars . , Hmm ... not so hot . They sell them here for about that . Ouch ! I just bit my tongue . ," Oh , that hurts . " " Oh , that hurts . ", I think it's bleeding . What day is today ? Tuesday ? ," Yeah . I bet you did forget everything . What's the date today , do you know ? " " Yeah . I bet you did forget everything . What's the date today , do you know ? ", I bet it's May 5th . How do you usually part your hair ? , To the right . To the right . , ( The hair stylist cuts the customer's hair . ) Almost done . I just have to even things up a bit . ( She shows the customer the results . ) Will that do ? ( The hair stylist cuts the customer's hair . ) Almost done . I just have to even things up a bit . ( She shows the customer the results . ) Will that do ? , Looks good . Looks good . , Would you like a shave ? Would you like a shave ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . "," Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming . " " Okay , let me brush you off . Thank you very much for coming . ", Thank you . You didn ’ t show up in the morning meeting . What ’ s up ? ," Well , I just came in . I worked overtime yesterday . Some statistics and very important documents seemed to be inaccurate . So I stayed to double check them . The boss was aware of my very late work of last night . So before he left office , he told me I could come one hour later this morning . " " Well , I just came in . I worked overtime yesterday . Some statistics and very important documents seemed to be inaccurate . So I stayed to double check them . The boss was aware of my very late work of last night . So before he left office , he told me I could come one hour later this morning . ", But you still look a little bit tired . What time did you leave ? But you still look a little bit tired . What time did you leave ? , It was around 1 thirty in the morning . I guess I didn ’ t fall asleep till 3 because those numbers were involving in my mind . I just couldn ’ t stop thinking about them . It was around 1 thirty in the morning . I guess I didn ’ t fall asleep till 3 because those numbers were involving in my mind . I just couldn ’ t stop thinking about them . ," That ’ s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later . " " That ’ s normal after a tense work evening . Working overtime is not always a pleasant experience for me either . Once , I worked overtime everyday for a whole week including the weekend . That really broke my rhythm and I got a little sick later . ", Working at weekend is something I hate to do most . Working at weekend is something I hate to do most . ," But if the company asks , what else can we do ? " Is there anything worth watching on another channel ? , I think there ’ s a Western on . I think there ’ s a Western on . , Do you mind if we watch it . I ’ d really like to see it . Do you mind if we watch it . I ’ d really like to see it . ," Well , I really wanted to see the football game . " " Well , I really wanted to see the football game . "," Football game ? Ok , and you know what comes on next ? " " Football game ? Ok , and you know what comes on next ? ", I believe there ’ s a sitcom . I believe there ’ s a sitcom . , Are you interested in watching it ? Are you interested in watching it ? , Let me look in the TV Guide first . Let me look in the TV Guide first . ," Oh , I am sorry . What's on Channel 2 at 10 pm ? " " Oh , I am sorry . What's on Channel 2 at 10 pm ? "," If I remember correctly , it's a quiz show . " " If I remember correctly , it's a quiz show . ", Do you want to watch it ? Do you want to watch it ? , Let's watch it together . Jim ? Jim ? ... What are you doing in the kitchen ? ," Nothing , Mummy . I was hungry so I came here for some milk . " " Nothing , Mummy . I was hungry so I came here for some milk . ", Milk ? I thought you didn't like milk . Milk ? I thought you didn't like milk . ," I don't , but I couldn't find anything to eat in the refrigerator . " " I don't , but I couldn't find anything to eat in the refrigerator . ", Nonsense . There's lots of food in the refrigerator ... What's behind your back ? Nonsense . There's lots of food in the refrigerator ... What's behind your back ? , Nothing . Nothing . , What are you hiding behind your back ? Let me see . What are you hiding behind your back ? Let me see . , Promise that you won't get angry . Promise that you won't get angry . ," OK , I promise . What is it ? " " OK , I promise . What is it ? ", It's a kitty . It's a kitty . ," Oh , Jim . I told you . No pets . It'll make a mess of this house . " " Oh , Jim . I told you . No pets . It'll make a mess of this house . "," Please , Mummy . Everybody else in my class keeps a pet . Please , I'll take care of it . It's a good kitty . It'll not bring you any trouble . " " Please , Mummy . Everybody else in my class keeps a pet . Please , I'll take care of it . It's a good kitty . It'll not bring you any trouble . ", No way . It might belong to somebody else . You can't keep it here . No way . It might belong to somebody else . You can't keep it here . ," Please , Mummy . I found it this afternoon by the garbage bin . It was starving and looking for something to eat . Please ! You see , it's so cute and tame . " " Please , Mummy . I found it this afternoon by the garbage bin . It was starving and looking for something to eat . Please ! You see , it's so cute and tame . ", All right . But you have to clean up everything it messes up . All right . But you have to clean up everything it messes up . ," I will . Thank you , Mummy . " "I take care of the letters . I may read , sort out and organize incoming mails . ", So you have to open all the envelopes . So you have to open all the envelopes . ," Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly . " " Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly . ", Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ? Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ? ," Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas . " " Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas . "," I take care of the letters . I may read , sort out and organize incoming mails . " "Hi , Betty ! Where's your boyfriend ? ", I have no idea . Who's the champion in this picture ? ," Let me show you , the one with curly hair . " " Let me show you , the one with curly hair . "," He's very handsome , I think . " I know I ’ m going to bite the dust going down this hill . I almost got killed on the chair lift ! This is going to be so embarrassing . , Don ’ t worry . Everyone knows you ’ re getting your feet wet . I ’ ll show you how . I bet you ’ ll be proficient at this in five minutes . Don ’ t worry . Everyone knows you ’ re getting your feet wet . I ’ ll show you how . I bet you ’ ll be proficient at this in five minutes . , This is only your second time skiing . This is definitely a case of the blind leading the blind . This is only your second time skiing . This is definitely a case of the blind leading the blind . ," Relax . I can hold my own . Now , point your skis toward the bottom of the hill . Easy does it ! " " Relax . I can hold my own . Now , point your skis toward the bottom of the hill . Easy does it ! ", I don ’ t think I can get up enough nerve to do this . I don ’ t think I can get up enough nerve to do this . , Here . I ’ ll just give you a little push ... Here . I ’ ll just give you a little push ... , No ! ! ! No ! ! ! ," There . Now , wasn ’ t that fun ? As soon as you get a second burst of energy , we ’ ll ... " " There . Now , wasn ’ t that fun ? As soon as you get a second burst of energy , we ’ ll ... ", Don ’ t hold your breath ! "Can I help you , sir ? "," Uh , yes . I'm going to the States and I need some traveler's checks . " " Uh , yes . I'm going to the States and I need some traveler's checks . ", All right . How much do you need ? All right . How much do you need ? , One thousand U . S . dollars . One thousand U . S . dollars . , One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ? One thousand U . S . Mm hmm . And are you going to pay cash ? ," Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account . " " Oh , no . I want to withdraw from my U . S . dollars savings account . ", All right . Now can I have your passbook ? All right . Now can I have your passbook ? , Right . Here it is . Right . Here it is . , Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ? Thank you . And what amounts do you want the checks in ? ," Mm . In hundreds , please . " Operator . May I help you ? ," Yes . How do I get an outside line , please ? " " Yes . How do I get an outside line , please ? "," Just dial 0 , wait for the dial tone , and then dial the phone number you want to call . Or we can place a call for you , if you want . " " Just dial 0 , wait for the dial tone , and then dial the phone number you want to call . Or we can place a call for you , if you want . "," No , thanks a lot . I'll try it myself . " How much do you pay wholesale for your products ? ," We have a few different wholesale vendors , so our cost varies a bit over the fiscal year . But the difference is miniscule , a fluctuation of about 0.2 % . " " We have a few different wholesale vendors , so our cost varies a bit over the fiscal year . But the difference is miniscule , a fluctuation of about 0.2 % . "," That must impact your bottom line at least a little bit , doesn't it ? After all , your sticker price is pretty much set in stone . How much do they go for retail ? " " That must impact your bottom line at least a little bit , doesn't it ? After all , your sticker price is pretty much set in stone . How much do they go for retail ? ", Retail price is 29.95 per unit . We take into consideration changes in supply cost when figuring this price . Retail price is 29.95 per unit . We take into consideration changes in supply cost when figuring this price . , Is that including tax ? Is that including tax ? ," No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in . " " No , that's the price before tax . The tax rate is varies from different marketing areas , so it is difficult for us to figure in . ", How much is your profit margin then ? How much is your profit margin then ? , Our profit margin is in the neighborhood of 20 % . My friend George has been to Switzerland twice . , Does he like that country ? Does he like that country ? ," Yes , he likes the people and the quietness there . " " Yes , he likes the people and the quietness there . ", Would you ask him to tell us more about the country ? Who's it for ? , It's for you . "Hey Mike . I forgot about registration . I'm a day late , so all the classes are mostly full . What do you think I should do ? ", You're screwed . You can't do anything about that . You have to hope that you get some classes that will be useful . You're screwed . You can't do anything about that . You have to hope that you get some classes that will be useful . , Do you think going to the registration building will help at all ? Do you think going to the registration building will help at all ? , No . They will tell you the same thing in a worse way . No . They will tell you the same thing in a worse way . , Did you register yet ? Did you register yet ? , Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss . Of course . Registering for classes is not something you want to miss . , What classes do you think are still open ? What classes do you think are still open ? ," Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology . " " Well , I know psychology 101 is a big class , so there will always be seats in that class . You can also get into Sociology . ", That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester . That's helpful . Thanks . But what do you think about philosophy . I wanted to take that class this semester . ," I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full . " " I took that class last year . The professor is really cool , so if you go to his office , you can have him sign a card that will let you in even if the class is full . ", He does that ? He does that ? , I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class . I guess that's because so many people drop out of that class . , That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help . That makes sense . I think I'll do that . Thanks for all the help . ," No problem , man . " "Hey , Susan . Have you got a sec ? I have some questions about my paycheck . "," You bet , Emily . Pull up a chair . " " You bet , Emily . Pull up a chair . "," Well , this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand . First of all , what is this FICA , and SUI Y tax , and why are there deductions both for Medicare and for my health insurance plan ? " " Well , this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand . First of all , what is this FICA , and SUI Y tax , and why are there deductions both for Medicare and for my health insurance plan ? "," OK , let's start from the top of your pay stub . This number here represents your gross pay . " " OK , let's start from the top of your pay stub . This number here represents your gross pay . "," Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work . " " Then here we have a series of deductions . First off are the federal ones . FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act , or something like that . It's your federal income tax . And then there's Social Security and Medicare , which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work . "," All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now . " " All right , I see . So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now . "," That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take . " " That's right . Below the federal deductions are the state deductions . There's the state income tax , and then this SUI / SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up , but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take . "," Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes — one at a state level and one at a federal level ? " " Yeah , I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that . So there are two separate income taxes — one at a state level and one at a federal level ? ", That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead . That's right . Not all states have an income tax . Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead . ," I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan . " " I see . All right , well I think everything else I can figure out on my own . The deductions for health insurance and my 401 ( K ) are pretty self-explanatory . Thanks for your help , Susan . "," No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation . " " No problem ! All those deductions do add up , and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like . I can understand why you'd want some explanation . "," Yeah , I guess it's the same in the UK , I just never paid much attention . See you later ! " "Good afternoon , you look a little stuck . Can I help ? "," The thing is , I've got all of this information here , all of these leaflets , but I can't make head nor tail of them ! " " The thing is , I've got all of this information here , all of these leaflets , but I can't make head nor tail of them ! ", I see . What is it exactly that you are interested in ? I see . What is it exactly that you are interested in ? , I'm not sure which would be better for me ; buying some insurance or putting my money in a Savings Deposit . I'm not sure which would be better for me ; buying some insurance or putting my money in a Savings Deposit . ," Well , that all depends on how much you want to invest . " " Well , that all depends on how much you want to invest . "," I was thinking of around 10,000 RIB . " " I was thinking of around 10,000 RIB . "," That's a nice round figure to deal with ! OK , if you were to buy this insurance policy , your yearly fixed income from it would be 94.35 RIB . " " That's a nice round figure to deal with ! OK , if you were to buy this insurance policy , your yearly fixed income from it would be 94.35 RIB . ", And for the Savings Deposit ? And for the Savings Deposit ? ," For the Savings Deposit you could actually get more . You see , in time deposit , the interest rate is 1.58 % after the 20 % interest tax . So , technically you could get more than a third more . " " For the Savings Deposit you could actually get more . You see , in time deposit , the interest rate is 1.58 % after the 20 % interest tax . So , technically you could get more than a third more . ", Wow ! A third more ? Very good . "Guess what , Gilly ? I won both bids . ", Good for you . Did you use Paypal ? Good for you . Did you use Paypal ? ," Yeah . It was so easy and super-fast , once I figured it out . " " Yeah . It was so easy and super-fast , once I figured it out . "," That's the beauty of it , and the danger . " " That's the beauty of it , and the danger . ", I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera . I should get the items within a week . But in the meantime I'm bidding on a digital video camera . , How much ? How much ? , Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months . Thirty U . S . dollars ... and it's only been used for six months . ," Mmmm , sounds like risky business . Good luck . " We are looking for a bilingual secretary . Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ? ," I think my English is fairly good . As you can see from my CV , I graduated from university with a B . A . degree in English . I studied the English language and English literature systematically . " " I think my English is fairly good . As you can see from my CV , I graduated from university with a B . A . degree in English . I studied the English language and English literature systematically . ", How are your typing and shorthand skills ? How are your typing and shorthand skills ? ," I can type 80 words a minute , basically no mistake , and can take dictation in English at 120 words per minute . " "Excuse me , but are you Mr . Smith from Britain ? "," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", I'm from Textile Import and Export Corporation . I've come to meet you . My name is Zhang Yong . I'm from Textile Import and Export Corporation . I've come to meet you . My name is Zhang Yong . ," How do you do , Mr . Zhang ? I'm glad to meet you . " " How do you do , Mr . Zhang ? I'm glad to meet you . "," How do you do , Mr . Smith ? Let me help you with your luggage . " " How do you do , Mr . Smith ? Let me help you with your luggage . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Did you have a good trip ? Did you have a good trip ? ," On the whole , not too bad . " " On the whole , not too bad . "," Anyhow , it's a long way to China , isn't it ? And I think you must be very tired . " " Anyhow , it's a long way to China , isn't it ? And I think you must be very tired . "," Yes , I am , rather . But I'll be all right by tomorrow and ready for business . " " Yes , I am , rather . But I'll be all right by tomorrow and ready for business . ", I wish you a pleasant stay here . I wish you a pleasant stay here . , Thank you . Thank you . ," Now , Mr . Smith , if all is ready , we'd better start for the hotel . " " Now , Mr . Smith , if all is ready , we'd better start for the hotel . ", I'd like to . Let's go . I'd like to . Let's go . ," This way , please . Our car is waiting over there . " I've read your resume and know a lot of things about your qualifications for this position . One thing you didn't mention is why you left your last job ? I know the company you worked for is a good company . ," yes , it's a good company . But the management changed last month . We didn ’ t get along , so I quit . " " yes , it's a good company . But the management changed last month . We didn ’ t get along , so I quit . ", I understand . Why would you like to join our company ? I understand . Why would you like to join our company ? , I'm qualified for this position . And I've heard a lot of good things about your company . I'm qualified for this position . And I've heard a lot of good things about your company . , Like what ? Like what ? , You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits . You take care of your employees . And your company offers good salaries and benefits . , that's good to know . Why do you think you ’ re qualified for this position ? that's good to know . Why do you think you ’ re qualified for this position ? , I've got over seven years ' experience working in this kind of position . I know I can do a good job in this position . Have you a bus tour round the city ? ," Yes , of course . Do you want to join the day tour or the night tour ? " " Yes , of course . Do you want to join the day tour or the night tour ? ", Day tour . How much does that cost ? Day tour . How much does that cost ? , $ 20 . $ 20 . , Is lunch included ? Is lunch included ? , Of course . You will have the local specialties . What he said disappointed me . , What did he say ? What did he say ? , He advised me to change to a more suitable course . He advised me to change to a more suitable course . , Why ? Why ? , He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women . He said that career in law was unsuitable for a women . , It is stupid to say so . I dislike Susan . She is always above herself . , Don ’ t you know that she was the only one who had received the invitation in the office ? Don ’ t you know that she was the only one who had received the invitation in the office ? , What of it ? What of it ? , Sure . "Dad , what are we doing tonight for fun ? ", We're going over to Mrs . Smith's place to help her with her yard work . We're going over to Mrs . Smith's place to help her with her yard work . ," Yard work ? I said ' what are we doing for fun ' , not work ! " " Yard work ? I said ' what are we doing for fun ' , not work ! "," It will be fun . And besides , you'll be in the best company . " " It will be fun . And besides , you'll be in the best company . ", Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ? Dad . You're so cute . What do I need to do to help get ready ? , You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car . You could get the rakes and some shovels together and I'll put them in the car . ," Jeans and a tee shirt , right ? " " Jeans and a tee shirt , right ? ", Yes and maybe a jacket in case it gets cool . This looks like a very nice house . ," You know , I fell in love with this house the first moment I laid eyes on it . " " You know , I fell in love with this house the first moment I laid eyes on it . ", The style of the exterior is just what I ’ Ve been looking for ! The style of the exterior is just what I ’ Ve been looking for ! , The exterior is only half of the story . The interior is incredible . The exterior is only half of the story . The interior is incredible . , This home is gorgeous on the inside ! This home is gorgeous on the inside ! ," Everything that you see on the walls , floors , and windows is brand new . " " Everything that you see on the walls , floors , and windows is brand new . ", The wall colors totally suit the style of this house . The wall colors totally suit the style of this house . , Straight ahead is the gourmet kitchen . Straight ahead is the gourmet kitchen . , I love the bamboo flooring and granite countertops . I love the bamboo flooring and granite countertops . , The master suite is the best . Let ’ s go look at that next . The master suite is the best . Let ’ s go look at that next . ," There is plenty of room for our king-sized bed , and I love the light in this room . " " There is plenty of room for our king-sized bed , and I love the light in this room . "," I know that you like this house , but let ’ s take a look at the others before you make up your mind . " "Excuse me , can you tell me where the breakfast cereals are ? "," They're in aisle 2A , down that way . " " They're in aisle 2A , down that way . "," Are the snack foods in that area , too ? " " Are the snack foods in that area , too ? "," Yes , they're in ... let me think ... Aisle 3B , if I remember right . " " Yes , they're in ... let me think ... Aisle 3B , if I remember right . "," Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help . " " Okay , I'll go take a look . Thank you so much for your help . ", Don't mention it . What lovely weather ! , It's so pleasant after the bad weather we've been having . It's so pleasant after the bad weather we've been having . , Let's go out and enjoy the fresh air . Let's go out and enjoy the fresh air . , All right.Let ' s go . Hello Martin . Have you been to any events yet ? , Yes I have . I went to the table tennis yesterday . Yes I have . I went to the table tennis yesterday . , Oh wow . How was it ? Oh wow . How was it ? , Oh . It was great . I love Ma Lin . He ’ s my favourite table tennis player . Have you seen anything yet ? Oh . It was great . I love Ma Lin . He ’ s my favourite table tennis player . Have you seen anything yet ? , Oh I still haven ’ t managed to get any tickets . I ’ d love to see something though . Oh I still haven ’ t managed to get any tickets . I ’ d love to see something though . ," Well , let ’ s go to the marathon tomorrow then ! We can just stand by the side of the road . " " Well , let ’ s go to the marathon tomorrow then ! We can just stand by the side of the road . ", What a great idea . Would you like to stretch your legs ? , Sure . Sure . , Let's get a soft drink . Let's get a soft drink . , Do we have enough time ? Do we have enough time ? , It's a fifteen-minute intermission . It's a fifteen-minute intermission . , The seats are excellent . We're right in the center . The seats are excellent . We're right in the center . , It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great . It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great . , I can't agree more . I can't agree more . , Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ? Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert ? ," In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents . " " In the United States , yes . But back in China , I went to concerts a couple of times with my parents . ", Do you have large concert halls in your city ? Do you have large concert halls in your city ? , We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller . We have two . One is like this one . The other is a little smaller . ," That's great . Well , we'd better get back to our seats . It's about to start . " "Thanks for the advice , Mr . Macmillan . I ’ ll keep it in mind . I had better head off though . I ’ m meeting my husband for dinner . "," Sure , I ’ m heading out myself . Enjoy your evening . " " Sure , I ’ m heading out myself . Enjoy your evening . "," Thanks , sir . You too . Drive safely , I hear there ’ s a lot ice on the roads . " " Thanks , sir . You too . Drive safely , I hear there ’ s a lot ice on the roads . ", Thanks for the warning ! See you tomorrow ! "Hi , it is a pleasant surprise ! "," Yeah , it ’ s been ages ! So how have you been ? " " Yeah , it ’ s been ages ! So how have you been ? ", Couldn ’ t be better . And you ? Couldn ’ t be better . And you ? ," Just as usual , you know . " I'm worried sick that she will leave me tomorrow . , It's no use arguing the toss . It's no use arguing the toss . , Maybe I'll have to face the music . "Hello . I need to disconnect my phone , please . "," All right . Where do you live , sir ? " " All right . Where do you live , sir ? ", At 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City . At 345 Lincoln Avenue . Oklahoma City . ," Very well . Why do you want to disconnect your phone , sir ? " " Very well . Why do you want to disconnect your phone , sir ? ", I ’ m moving to a new home . I ’ m moving to a new home . , O . K . May I have your name please ? O . K . May I have your name please ? , John Smith . John Smith . , Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ’ s your telephone number ? Thank you . Mr . Smith . What ’ s your telephone number ? , 555-7658 555-7658 , Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ? Thank you . Where should I send your final phone bill ? ," 623 West Side Drive . New York , New York . " " 623 West Side Drive . New York , New York . "," Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day . " " Thank you , Mr . Smith . Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call . Have a nice day . "," Thank you , you too . " "Hello , what can I do for you ? ", I am looking for a host home . I am looking for a host home . , How long will you stay with the host family ? How long will you stay with the host family ? ," Well , at least half a year . Do I have to do my own grocery shopping ? " " Well , at least half a year . Do I have to do my own grocery shopping ? ", Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you . Usually the host family prepares at least two meals a day for you . , That is fine . There's a problem with my credit card . , Tell me what the problem is . Tell me what the problem is . , A charge came up on my bill that I didn't make . A charge came up on my bill that I didn't make . , What was the charge for ? What was the charge for ? ," The charge was for a $ 350 purse , but I did not buy it . " " The charge was for a $ 350 purse , but I did not buy it . ", Are you sure that you didn't make that purchase ? Are you sure that you didn't make that purchase ? , I would know if I bought something that expensive . I would know if I bought something that expensive . , I apologize . What day was this purchase made ? I apologize . What day was this purchase made ? , It was bought on November 12th at 3 It was bought on November 12th at 3 ," All right , we'll do an investigation . " " All right , we'll do an investigation . "," Until this investigation is finished , will I have to pay for the charge ? " " Until this investigation is finished , will I have to pay for the charge ? "," No , you don't . We'll take care of it . " "we are going out for dinner tonight . Are you coming , Betty ? ", I'm not sure . I have to check my schedule . Where are you going ? I'm not sure . I have to check my schedule . Where are you going ? ," oh , Jake made a reservation at Friday's . " " oh , Jake made a reservation at Friday's . ", Jack ? Jack ? ," yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ? " " yes , the one with the R $ D team . Is that a problem ? ", I will never go out with him anymore . I will never go out with him anymore . , why did you say so ? why did you say so ? ," last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all ! " " last time when we had dinner at the Smith's , it was a horrible experience . He had no manners at all ! "," oh , really ? " " oh , really ? ", he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly . he made a lot of noises while eating . He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly . , are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ? are you kidding me ? How could he behave like that ? , it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him . it is true . Everyone kept looking at him . It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him . , what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ? what a shame ! Didn't he realized that ? , I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much . I have no idea . He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much . , maybe he should really something about eating etiquette . maybe he should really something about eating etiquette . ," oh , he really should . " "I really want to go to China for vacation , but I can ’ t find a cheap plane ticket . ", Have you tried the Internet ? Have you tried the Internet ? ," No , not yet . Can you find a good price there ? " " No , not yet . Can you find a good price there ? "," Wow , you really live in the Stone Age , Mom . " " Wow , you really live in the Stone Age , Mom . "," Well , you don ’ t have to be mean . How do I do it ? " " Well , you don ’ t have to be mean . How do I do it ? ", Go to yahoo.com and click on “ Travel ” and “ Tickets . ” They ’ ll be about a billion sites to look at . Go to yahoo.com and click on “ Travel ” and “ Tickets . ” They ’ ll be about a billion sites to look at . , O . K . Thanks . I ’ ll let you know what I find . O . K . Thanks . I ’ ll let you know what I find . , All right . All right . ," I ’ ll look for a ticket for you , too . " I have a suggestion . Why don't we go to a ETV and sing ? , A ETV ? Are you serious ? ETV ? A ETV ? Are you serious ? ETV ? ," Yes , why not ? Don ’ t you like ETV ? " " Yes , why not ? Don ’ t you like ETV ? ", I don't know . I never went to one . I don't know . I never went to one . , Never ? Really ? I'm surprised . Never ? Really ? I'm surprised . , Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ’ s not an American thing to do . Many Americans have never gone to a ETV . It ’ s not an American thing to do . , But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here . But there are a lot of Kts in this town . There's one just two blocks from here . ," OK , let's go . " How are you ? , Fine . Fine . , I haven ’ t seen you for several days . I haven ’ t seen you for several days . ," Oh , I have been with my uncle for a week . " " Oh , I have been with my uncle for a week . ", What ’ s he doing ? What ’ s he doing ? , He is an accountant . I have been helping him for a week . He is an accountant . I have been helping him for a week . , He must be happy . He must be happy . , Yeah . How are you these days ? Yeah . How are you these days ? , Fine too . "Would you like to book a table , sir ? "," Yes , would you arrange it for me the day after tomorrow ? " " Yes , would you arrange it for me the day after tomorrow ? "," Sure , when ? " " Sure , when ? ", Six o'clock in the afternoon . Six o'clock in the afternoon . ," For how many guests , please ? " " For how many guests , please ? ", Six . Six . , How much would you like to spend ? How much would you like to spend ? , We don't care about money . We'd like to have some good dishes of local specialties . We don't care about money . We'd like to have some good dishes of local specialties . , OK . OK . ," How many courses are there altogether , please ? " " How many courses are there altogether , please ? ", Eight . Eight . , Could you tell me some of entrees about the dinner ? Could you tell me some of entrees about the dinner ? , Sure . The main courses are roast Beijing duck and fried eel slices . Sure . The main courses are roast Beijing duck and fried eel slices . , Very good . I was looking for the Resume Writing Workshop . , You came to the right spot . Come on in and join us ! You came to the right spot . Come on in and join us ! , I am not really sure that I remember how to even put a resume together . I am not really sure that I remember how to even put a resume together . , I am here to show you how to put together the perfect resume . It will turn out great ! I am here to show you how to put together the perfect resume . It will turn out great ! , How do we get started ? How do we get started ? , We need to put our name and contact information across the top . We need to put our name and contact information across the top . , Then what ? Then what ? ," You can list your education at the top , or choose your job experience to be there if it is more impressive . " " You can list your education at the top , or choose your job experience to be there if it is more impressive . ", Could I list my interests and special skills next ? Could I list my interests and special skills next ? , I think that that would work out quite well as an ending for your resume . "So Kim , have you ever had anything stolen ? "," Stolen ? No , why ? " " Stolen ? No , why ? ", My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days . My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago . I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days . , Criminals are clever ? They ’ re only successful when people are careless . Criminals are clever ? They ’ re only successful when people are careless . , I don ’ t know . The ones who stole my uncle ’ s motorcycle were pretty good . I don ’ t know . The ones who stole my uncle ’ s motorcycle were pretty good . ," If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ’ t have happened . " " If your uncle had an alarm system , then it wouldn ’ t have happened . ", He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ’ t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too . He did . It was one of the best ones available . But that didn ’ t stop them from disabling it . And on a crowded street too . , Didn ’ t anyone stop them ? Didn ’ t anyone stop them ? , You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away . You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that . No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen . The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away . ," Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ’ t that dumb after all . " " Wow , they were good . I guess criminals aren ’ t that dumb after all . ", That ’ s not the end . They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck . Have you met Professor Smith ? ," No , I have't got the chance to meet the famous professor yet . " " No , I have't got the chance to meet the famous professor yet . "," Oh , he's my uncle.Come to my house at seven this evening . I'll introduce you to him . " " Oh , he's my uncle.Come to my house at seven this evening . I'll introduce you to him . ", Thank you very much . "Waiter , the meat is overdone . "," I am sorry you don't like it , sir . But that's just the special point of the dish . " " I am sorry you don't like it , sir . But that's just the special point of the dish . ", Is it ? Is it ? ," Yes , hope you can enjoy it . " You know that ? Dan got a divorce . , Really ? I thought he loved his wife very much . Really ? I thought he loved his wife very much . , Yeah . But his relation with Sally come to a sticky end and was found by his wife . Yeah . But his relation with Sally come to a sticky end and was found by his wife . , He deserved it . What can I do for you ? , I want to check out these books . I want to check out these books . , I need your library card . I need your library card . , I have it right here . I have it right here . , It seems you have late fees . It seems you have late fees . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Yes , I ’ m sure . " " Yes , I ’ m sure . ", How much ? How much ? , Your late fees come to $ 24.50 . Your late fees come to $ 24.50 . , I don ’ t have that right now . I don ’ t have that right now . , You have to pay it off before you can check out more books . You have to pay it off before you can check out more books . , I ’ ll do that soon . What time does the train for Tibet leave ? , It will leave at 3:00 p . m . It will leave at 3:00 p . m . , When does it arrive ? When does it arrive ? , It should be due in at 7:30 a . m.tomorrow . It should be due in at 7:30 a . m.tomorrow . , How much is the ticket ? How much is the ticket ? , It's 86 coach and 175 berths It's 86 coach and 175 berths ," One berth , please . " "Here you are at last ! You're half an hour late , you know . ", I'm awfully sorry to have kept you waiting for so long . I'm awfully sorry to have kept you waiting for so long . , What happened ? What happened ? , My watch stopped and I didn't know . I certainly need to buy a better one . "If the weatherman's predictions are accurate , it should rain tomorrow . ", I hope not . Then we'd have to reschedule our baseball game . "Susan , can you give me a hand ? "," Sure , what's wrong ? " " Sure , what's wrong ? ", I want to create a password for this document . Please tell me how to do it . I want to create a password for this document . Please tell me how to do it . , It's easy . Press O and then P . Then it will ask you for your password . It's easy . Press O and then P . Then it will ask you for your password . , What do I do after I've typed in my password ? What do I do after I've typed in my password ? , Just press ENTER and you've done . Where can I buy textbooks ? ," First , you need to have the list of books for your class . Do you have that ? " " First , you need to have the list of books for your class . Do you have that ? "," Yes , I have that . " " Yes , I have that . "," Well , when you have that , you can take it over to the bookstore . Can you find it ? " " Well , when you have that , you can take it over to the bookstore . Can you find it ? "," No , I don't know where the bookstore is . " " No , I don't know where the bookstore is . ", Just pass the gym and it's the first door on your left . Were you aware that you can also turn in your old textbooks for money ? Just pass the gym and it's the first door on your left . Were you aware that you can also turn in your old textbooks for money ? , Really ? How can I do that ? Really ? How can I do that ? , Take your used textbooks with you and give them to the representative near the entrance . He will pay you for them . Are you going today ? Take your used textbooks with you and give them to the representative near the entrance . He will pay you for them . Are you going today ? ," No , I can't make it today . " " No , I can't make it today . ", I could help you with buying your books if you meet me there at 1 I could help you with buying your books if you meet me there at 1 ," No , thanks . I'm good . " " No , thanks . I'm good . ", I'll see you later then . Have a great day ! Are you ready to go shopping ? , Just a few minutes . I need to make a list of the things that we need . Just a few minutes . I need to make a list of the things that we need . ," Good idea . Have you written down tea , eggs and potatoes ? " " Good idea . Have you written down tea , eggs and potatoes ? "," I forgot about the potatoes . Oh , I almost forget that we need a microwave oven badly . What kind of tea do you prefer ? Green tea or flower tea ? " " I forgot about the potatoes . Oh , I almost forget that we need a microwave oven badly . What kind of tea do you prefer ? Green tea or flower tea ? ", Let's just get both . Do you bring enough money ? Let's just get both . Do you bring enough money ? ," We don ’ t have enough cash , but I ’ ll take my credit card . " How do I know if there is a vacancy in a company ? ," Easy . View the home page of the company , and see if they need staff . Many websites offer two-way service , such as job-hunting and talent hunting . " " Easy . View the home page of the company , and see if they need staff . Many websites offer two-way service , such as job-hunting and talent hunting . ", Which websites are most popular ? Which websites are most popular ? ," 21st Talent Website , 51 Job , and Zhaopin.com are most popular . " Do you know that Jack got divorced last month . , For what reason . For what reason . , Jack always lives by his wits and he cannot support his family . Jack always lives by his wits and he cannot support his family . , He had better make a change . Taxi . ," Get on , PLS . Where do you wanna go ? " " Get on , PLS . Where do you wanna go ? "," Thank you . Pls hurry , I am late . Can I get to the Battery Park before 4 ? " " Thank you . Pls hurry , I am late . Can I get to the Battery Park before 4 ? "," All right , Miss . I think we will get there if there are no delays on the way . " " All right , Miss . I think we will get there if there are no delays on the way . ", How exactly do you figure out the car fare ? How exactly do you figure out the car fare ? ," According to the kilometer rate , the first five kilometers are 4 dollars and every kilometer extra costs 50 cents . " " According to the kilometer rate , the first five kilometers are 4 dollars and every kilometer extra costs 50 cents . "," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," Here we are , Miss . " " Here we are , Miss . ", Thank you . How much do I owe you ? Thank you . How much do I owe you ? , You owe me 19 dollars . You owe me 19 dollars . , That's 20 dollars . Keep the change ! That's 20 dollars . Keep the change ! , Thank you ! "Mr . Lin , what are you interested in ? ", I enjoy camping . I enjoy camping . , Really ? I'm not much of an outdoor person . What do you like about it ? Really ? I'm not much of an outdoor person . What do you like about it ? ," I love the fresh air , the scenery the exercise , and the time to think . " " I love the fresh air , the scenery the exercise , and the time to think . ", Do you hike or fish on your trips ? Do you hike or fish on your trips ? ," Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles . " " Yes , both . Last trip I fished a little and hiked five miles . ", Did you catch anything ? Did you catch anything ? ," Yes , but I threw them back . " " Yes , but I threw them back . ", How about Joining our summer camp next week ? How about Joining our summer camp next week ? , Great ! I can't wait . "How are you , Sue ? ", Pretty good . I ’ Ve just had my new poems published . Pretty good . I ’ Ve just had my new poems published . , Congratulations on your success . Thank you . , And how ’ s your brother ? And how ’ s your brother ? , He is fine . He is fine . ," He ’ s going to be sent to Britain to study , really ? " " He ’ s going to be sent to Britain to study , really ? ", Yes . He ’ s already got the passport and visa . Yes . He ’ s already got the passport and visa . , Fantastic ! Please send him my congratulations . Fantastic ! Please send him my congratulations . , Thank you . He ’ s very lucky indeed . Could I ask some questions regarding to the social benefits ? ," Go ahead , please . " " Go ahead , please . ", How long is my paid vacation every year ? How long is my paid vacation every year ? , You ’ ll have 10 days paid vacation every year . You ’ ll have 10 days paid vacation every year . , What about the insurance and housing policies ? What about the insurance and housing policies ? ," We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance . " " We will provide you wit life insurance , health insurance , accident insurance , housing benefits , heating allowance and transportation allowance . ", How often is the bonus ? How often is the bonus ? , You ’ ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year . You ’ ll be paid a bonus at the end of every year . , Do I have training opportunities ? Do I have training opportunities ? , We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad . We provide our employees with training opportunities at home and abroad . ," Well , I don ’ t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer . " " Well , I don ’ t have any other questions so far . I would like to think a couple of days before I give you my final answer . ", Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days . Sure . I will ask Lucy to call you in two days . ," Ok , thank you for your time and patience . " " Ok , thank you for your time and patience . ", You ’ re welcome . I'm exhausted . ," Okay , let's go home . " Have you seen the new James Bond movie ? ," Oh , yes . You ? " I thought it was better than the others-I really liked it . What did you think of it ? ," Yes , I liked it , too . It was exciting , but not over the top . Do you know what I mean ? " " Yes , I liked it , too . It was exciting , but not over the top . Do you know what I mean ? "," Mmm . That's what I thought too . I really liked the car chase , and the opening credit sequence was very exciting . And I always enjoy watching Pierce Brosnan . " " Mmm . That's what I thought too . I really liked the car chase , and the opening credit sequence was very exciting . And I always enjoy watching Pierce Brosnan . "," Oh , yes . He's brilliant . Did you like the title song ? " " Oh , yes . He's brilliant . Did you like the title song ? "," Not as much as last time , actually . What's the name of the American actor who was in the supporting role ? " " Not as much as last time , actually . What's the name of the American actor who was in the supporting role ? "," Hum , Edward Norton , or something like that . Did you like him ? " " Hum , Edward Norton , or something like that . Did you like him ? "," Yes . He was excellent . They worked well together , don't you think ? " " Yes . He was excellent . They worked well together , don't you think ? ", I don't know . I think the woman was better . She provided a good love interest . Lucky James Bond ! I don't know . I think the woman was better . She provided a good love interest . Lucky James Bond ! , Yes ! "This is our Submission of Tender which includes the information about volume of the project , the cost and so on . ", OK ! We'll see it . OK ! We'll see it . , What kind of guarantee are you going to provide for us ? What kind of guarantee are you going to provide for us ? , We can provide you with standby letter of credit established by Bank of China . We can provide you with standby letter of credit established by Bank of China . , Should we pay earnest money ? Should we pay earnest money ? ," Yes , you are supposed to pay it on time . If you don't furnish a tender bond on time , your tender will not be considered . Besides , you also should provide derailed engineering of the good . " " Yes , you are supposed to pay it on time . If you don't furnish a tender bond on time , your tender will not be considered . Besides , you also should provide derailed engineering of the good . ", Where do we submit the tender ? Where do we submit the tender ? , To our office which is on the third floor . To our office which is on the third floor . ," Oh , I see . By the way , is tender-opening done publicly ? " " Oh , I see . By the way , is tender-opening done publicly ? ", Yes . All the bidders will be invited to join us to supervise the tender-opening . Yes . All the bidders will be invited to join us to supervise the tender-opening . , And are the prices stated in the US dollar ? And are the prices stated in the US dollar ? ," Yes , so far as we know , in the field , your company has lots of experience and we hope you will consider the tender seriously . " " Yes , so far as we know , in the field , your company has lots of experience and we hope you will consider the tender seriously . ", OK ! We will . Bye ! OK ! We will . Bye ! , Bye ! Paul sends you his regards . , How nice of him ! "Excuse me ! How can I get to the post office , please ? "," Well , turn left at the first corner after the crossroad . It's near the corner . You can't miss it . " " Well , turn left at the first corner after the crossroad . It's near the corner . You can't miss it . ", Thank you very much . Why didn't you text me last night ? , What ? I sent you three or four messages ! What ? I sent you three or four messages ! , I didn't get any of them . I was waiting for you to text me the address of where the party was and I never got your message . I didn't get any of them . I was waiting for you to text me the address of where the party was and I never got your message . , Why didn't you just call ? I hate sending SMS messages . Why didn't you just call ? I hate sending SMS messages . ," Well , because I didn't have any credit on my phone . I used it all up this month . " " Well , because I didn't have any credit on my phone . I used it all up this month . ", I thought you had an unlimited SMS plan ? I thought you had an unlimited SMS plan ? ," I do , but if I don't have any credit in my phone , it won't let me call or send messages . " " I do , but if I don't have any credit in my phone , it won't let me call or send messages . ", No wonder you didn't get my texts ! Where do you plan to go this winter ? ," Alps , suppose . " " Alps , suppose . "," Oh , yes , you like skiing . " " Oh , yes , you like skiing . ", Right . Did you hear that Mary ’ s marriage is on the rocks ? , So I hear . So I hear . ," Yesterday I met Mary , and she told me her husband often made pass at his secretary . " " Yesterday I met Mary , and she told me her husband often made pass at his secretary . "," After all the crises they have survived together , her husband should do such things . She must feel that she ’ s been stabbed in the back . " "Darling , I have news for you . Bobby and his wife , Evelyn , are going to have a baby soon . ", Really ? I thought his wife couldn ’ t have a baby . Really ? I thought his wife couldn ’ t have a baby . , Actually they ’ re expecting the baby to come on my birthday . Actually they ’ re expecting the baby to come on my birthday . ," Oh , what a coincidence ! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it . He likes children and always wants a child of his own . " " Oh , what a coincidence ! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it . He likes children and always wants a child of his own . "," In fact , they ’ re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese . " " In fact , they ’ re both very excited about the coming baby . Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like , since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese . "," Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ’ s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ? " " Oh , right . Now I know why they would want to see our boy . It ’ s hard to imagine the wonder ! Are they expecting a boy or a girl ? ", It ’ s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now . It ’ s still a mystery . Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant . But she begins to take her maternity leave now . ," Oh ! You mean she doesn ’ t have to work now ? It ’ s hard for young parents not to overreact , isn ’ t it ? " "Good morning , Linda . How have you been ? ", Pretty bad . I ’ Ve had a bad cold for three days and still can ’ t get rid of it . Pretty bad . I ’ Ve had a bad cold for three days and still can ’ t get rid of it . , I ’ m sorry to hear that . Is there anything else I can do ? I ’ m sorry to hear that . Is there anything else I can do ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . "," Well , I hope you ’ ll feel better soon . " " Well , I hope you ’ ll feel better soon . ", Thank you for your concern . I ’ m from Channel 5 News . , How ’ s it going ? How ’ s it going ? , I was wondering if I could ask you a few questions . I was wondering if I could ask you a few questions . , Ask away . Ask away . ," First of all , did you vote today ? " " First of all , did you vote today ? ", I already voted . I already voted . , Who did you vote for ? Who did you vote for ? , I ’ m not going to tell you . I ’ m not going to tell you . , Why not ? Why not ? , My vote is personal . My vote is personal . , I apologize for invading your privacy . I apologize for invading your privacy . , What I can tell you is that I voted for our next President of the United States . Now let's talk about your interests and hobbies . ," Well , I like reading , walking , swimming , hiking and playing basketball " " Well , I like reading , walking , swimming , hiking and playing basketball ", You have a colorful life . You have a colorful life . , Yes . These hobbies have indeed enriched my life Yes . These hobbies have indeed enriched my life , How do you usually spend your time after work ? How do you usually spend your time after work ? , I prefer to read novels with a cup of tea . I prefer to read novels with a cup of tea . , What kind of books interests you most ? What kind of books interests you most ? , Detective books . Detective books . , You seem to be a man of imagination and logic . You seem to be a man of imagination and logic . ," To some extent , I regard books as my good companion . " " To some extent , I regard books as my good companion . "," If so , you can benefit a lot from them . " " If so , you can benefit a lot from them . ", That's for sure . "I definitely want to meet with you , Mr . Parker . I just need to sort out my schedule . "," Well , I know you ’ re pretty booked up these days . But , we ’ Ve got to work fast on this . " " Well , I know you ’ re pretty booked up these days . But , we ’ Ve got to work fast on this . "," I realize that . We don ’ t have any time to waste . I can put you down for 9:20 . Could you make that , Mr . Parker ? " " I realize that . We don ’ t have any time to waste . I can put you down for 9:20 . Could you make that , Mr . Parker ? ", Let me see . That ’ s no problem . I ’ ll see you then . What are you reading about in that science magazine ? , There are several interesting articles on recent scientific breakthroughs . I just finished reading one about cloning . There are several interesting articles on recent scientific breakthroughs . I just finished reading one about cloning . , I ’ m not sure I like the idea of that . I don ’ t want people copying me or other people . It could be very confusing . I ’ m not sure I like the idea of that . I don ’ t want people copying me or other people . It could be very confusing . ," According to the article , you have no real need to worry . Research nowadays is focussing on cloning parts of a human body to replace damaged or lost parts , not on recreating a whole human . " " According to the article , you have no real need to worry . Research nowadays is focussing on cloning parts of a human body to replace damaged or lost parts , not on recreating a whole human . "," In the future , that could be possible . " " In the future , that could be possible . "," In this article , scientists say that if you took the genes from someone and tried to create a copy of a person , there ’ s no guarantee that the copy would look or act like the original ! " " In this article , scientists say that if you took the genes from someone and tried to create a copy of a person , there ’ s no guarantee that the copy would look or act like the original ! ", Really ? What else have you discovered ? Really ? What else have you discovered ? ," I read about how scientists are using material from plants and animals to create new medicines . For example , an animal be immune to disease that affects human . So , scientists find out why it ’ s immune " " I read about how scientists are using material from plants and animals to create new medicines . For example , an animal be immune to disease that affects human . So , scientists find out why it ’ s immune "," That ’ s great , because it uses natural materials rather than ones that scientists make themselves . I prefer natural remedies to man-made ones . " Which way is the dining car ? , Two cars forward . Two cars forward . , What time will breakfast be served ? What time will breakfast be served ? ," 7:00 , sir . " The teacher just canceled the test . , Are you kidding ? "I want to go house shopping , and I want to know what I can afford to buy . ", There is a formula that can help us figure that out . What is your annual salary ? There is a formula that can help us figure that out . What is your annual salary ? , I earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year . I earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year . , What is the length of time that you have worked at the job you have now ? What is the length of time that you have worked at the job you have now ? ," I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total . " " I have been at the job I now have for 2 years , and I have been with the company for 6 years total . ", Do you receive any other income ? Do you receive any other income ? ," I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit . " " I own a small rental unit with a partner , and I receive five hundred dollars a month from that unit . ", Do you know what your credit score is ? Do you know what your credit score is ? ," I don ’ t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good ! " " I don ’ t know , but the last time I checked , it was very good ! "," You are in good shape . Figuring in your other expenses , you can easily afford a house costing seven hundred thousand or maybe even a little more ! " "Hey , taxi . "," Where to , sir ? " " Where to , sir ? ", Beijing Library . Beijing Library . ," Hop in , please . " " Hop in , please . ", Is it a long ride to Beijing Library ? Is it a long ride to Beijing Library ? , It will take about thirty minutes because it is the rush hour . It will take about thirty minutes because it is the rush hour . ," Thirty minutes , that will be all right . There are still fifty minutes to go before the library is open . Look , what are they doing on the square ? " " Thirty minutes , that will be all right . There are still fifty minutes to go before the library is open . Look , what are they doing on the square ? ", It is an exhibition of Chinese jades . It is held each year . A nice collection jades of are on display and sold . It is an exhibition of Chinese jades . It is held each year . A nice collection jades of are on display and sold . , Sounds great ! Can you stop somewhere here for a minute ? I will get some souvenirs for my friends . Sounds great ! Can you stop somewhere here for a minute ? I will get some souvenirs for my friends . , No problem . Excuse me . Can you show me some nail-polish ? , Yes . We have all kinds of colors for it . Yes . We have all kinds of colors for it . , That's good . That's good . , What's your favorite color ? What's your favorite color ? ," In my opinion , orange is very nice . " " In my opinion , orange is very nice . "," Sometimes pink is not bad , too . " " Sometimes pink is not bad , too . "," You're right . Well , just these two , please . " " You're right . Well , just these two , please . ", Thank you . Anything else ? Would you like to have this kind of suitcase ? ," Yes , I would , as long as it's good quality . " " Yes , I would , as long as it's good quality . "," You can check it , sir . " " You can check it , sir . ", OK . We've managed to reduce our energy consumption in our factory by about 15 per cent in the last two years . , That's excellent . How have you managed that ? That's excellent . How have you managed that ? , Mainly because we've invested in a heat recovery system . Mainly because we've invested in a heat recovery system . , What does that mean exactly ? What does that mean exactly ? ," Well , we use the exhaust gases from our printing presses to provide energy to heat our dryers . " " Well , we use the exhaust gases from our printing presses to provide energy to heat our dryers . ", What other sources of energy do you use ? What other sources of energy do you use ? , We don't use any fossil fuels . Most of our power comes from hydro-electric plants . We're hoping to use even more energy from alternative sources in the future - perhaps even wind power . How many cleaning ladies does your company hire ? , We have two cleaning ladies . But both of them have received little education . We have two cleaning ladies . But both of them have received little education . , Most cleaning ladies are illiterate . But some of them do a very nice job . Most cleaning ladies are illiterate . But some of them do a very nice job . , But I actually dislike another lady . She is more capable and seems to have ideas of her own . But the trouble is she Isa backseat driver with some of us . She would tell you what to do and where to put things . It seems like it rains every time we plan a picnic . ," Well , that's life . " Is there a city where it's always warm ? ," Yes , there are many cities where it's almost always warm.San Diego , for example . " " Yes , there are many cities where it's almost always warm.San Diego , for example . ", Are there any other cities where it's always hot ? Are there any other cities where it's always hot ? , Many.Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year . Many.Most of the cities in the southern part of the United States are hot all year . , But why do so many people live there ? But why do so many people live there ? ," Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time . " " Most people grow accustomed to the climate , but there are many others who complain about it all the time . ", Are there any cities where it rains a lot ? Are there any cities where it rains a lot ? ," Several.Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon . " " Several.Two good examples are Seattle , in the state of Washington , and Portland , Oregon . ", Tell us about some cold cities . Tell us about some cold cities . , In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter.Boston and Chicago are two of them . In the north there are many cities which are very cold in the winter.Boston and Chicago are two of them . , Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ? Is it always cold in Chicago and Boston ? ," Oh , no.On the contrary , there are many beautiful days , especially in the spring and fall . " "Excuse me , I wonder if you could help me ? "," Of course , what can I do for you ? " " Of course , what can I do for you ? "," Well , I hate to have to say this , but I'm not happy with my room . " " Well , I hate to have to say this , but I'm not happy with my room . "," Oh , what exactly is problem ? " " Oh , what exactly is problem ? "," Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night . " " Well , the traffic is very loud . I got no sleep last night . "," Oh , I'm so sorry , Sir . I'll see what I can do about that . " It seems that nobody in your class likes Paul . , The boy is good for nothing . The boy is good for nothing . ," As a teacher , I don ’ t know how to help him . " " As a teacher , I don ’ t know how to help him . ", He is hopeless . I heard you are going out with John ? ," Yes . To be frank , I really love him to death . " " Yes . To be frank , I really love him to death . ", You are so lucky . You are so lucky . , Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? ," Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ? " " Why ? Are you kidding me ? A guy like that is hard to find . Few boys are so caring , so patient , and did I mention he is hottie ? ", You really think so ? You really think so ? ," Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ’ s head over heels in love with you , too . " " Totally . I am saying it from the bottom of my heart ! And it's obvious that he ’ s head over heels in love with you , too . ", I sure hope so . "Hello , Arthur . What seems to be the problem ? "," Hey doc . Well , I think I might need glasses . I ’ m getting headaches , and I really struggle to see things that are far away . But I have always had 20/20 vision . " " Hey doc . Well , I think I might need glasses . I ’ m getting headaches , and I really struggle to see things that are far away . But I have always had 20/20 vision . "," Sounds like you may be far-sighted . OK , then cover your left eye and read the chart in front of you . " " Sounds like you may be far-sighted . OK , then cover your left eye and read the chart in front of you . "," Mmm .. . X , E , R , 3 , a question mark , and I can ’ t quite make out the other symbol but I think it ’ s the peace sign . " " Mmm .. . X , E , R , 3 , a question mark , and I can ’ t quite make out the other symbol but I think it ’ s the peace sign . "," Wow , Arthur ! You ’ re as blind as a bat ! " " Wow , Arthur ! You ’ re as blind as a bat ! "," Yeah , I know , my vision is really blurry at times . " " Yeah , I know , my vision is really blurry at times . "," Ok then , head on over to the other room and pick out some frames while I fill out your prescription . " " Ok then , head on over to the other room and pick out some frames while I fill out your prescription . ", Thanks doc ! Thanks doc ! ," Arthur , that ’ s the bathroom . " do you like music ? ," well , it depends . " " well , it depends . ", do you think this music is warm matched ? do you think this music is warm matched ? , of course yes . of course yes . , how about the lyrics ? how about the lyrics ? , very touching . very touching . , it bring me back to some of my childhood memories . it bring me back to some of my childhood memories . ," yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting . " " yes , it is so . i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time . it is fun and exciting . "," of course.it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance . " " of course.it is really fantastic too , and it makes me eager to dance . ", it is full of energy . it is full of energy . , this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying . this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying . , it certainly is . "Oh , my God ! I feel nothing is going smooth . ", Take it easy . It ’ s no good worrying . You were on your last leg if you keep worrying in this way . Hi ! Tom . Fancy seeing you here It's a nice party isn't it ? , Yeah . Well it's quite some days since we were together last summer.How is everything going ? Yeah . Well it's quite some days since we were together last summer.How is everything going ? , Quite well . I got my MA degree two weeks ago . Quite well . I got my MA degree two weeks ago . , Congratulations ! Is there anything I can do for you ? , Yes . I have my wallet stolen . Yes . I have my wallet stolen . , When did you lose it ? When did you lose it ? , I don't know the exact time . Maybe I lost it last night when I was traveling on the bus . I don't know the exact time . Maybe I lost it last night when I was traveling on the bus . , Can you make a description of your wallet ? Can you make a description of your wallet ? , It's a black leather one.There are my credit card and ID and some money . Hello . ," Hello , Claire . This is Mick . " " Hello , Claire . This is Mick . ", Mick ! Nice to hear from you again . How are you ? Mick ! Nice to hear from you again . How are you ? ," Fine , thanks . And you ? " " Fine , thanks . And you ? "," Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon . " " Oh , not so bad . I've been very busy , but I'm going away on holiday soon . ", Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . . Good . Listen . I'm phoning because I want to invite you to a party . At our Newhouse . And . . , New house ? Really ? New house ? Really ? , Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ? Yes . We've moved . That's why we're giving the party . Can you come ? ," Well , that depends . When is it ? " " Well , that depends . When is it ? ", This Saturday evening . This Saturday evening . , Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ? Well . . . I'm going away on Sunday morning . Very early . Will the party go Convery late ? , Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long.Well ? What about it ? Until two in the morning . But you don't have to stay that long.Well ? What about it ? , All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house.What would you like ? All right . I'll come . But I'd like to bring a present Something for your new house.What would you like ? ," Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary . " " Nothing . I mean , don't bring anything . It isn't necessary . ", But I'd still like ... But I'd still like ... , Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time ! Just bring yourself ! I'm looking forward to seeingyou again . It's been a long time ! ," Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ? " " Yes , it has . I'm looking forward to seeing you . too . and your new house . Uh . . . when does the party start ? ", Come any time after eight . All right ? . Come any time after eight . All right ? . , Yes . Oh . by the W .. Yes . Oh . by the W .. , Bye ! See you on Saturday evening . Bye ! See you on Saturday evening . ," Wait a moment , Mick . You haven't . . . Mick ? Are you still there ? You haven'tgiven me your new address . Hello ? Mick ? Hello ? " What do you think about the equipment in our company ? , We have to equip our company with a network of work stations at every office and show room as soon as possible . We have to equip our company with a network of work stations at every office and show room as soon as possible . , I also realized this issue . And office automation is essential . I also realized this issue . And office automation is essential . ," Besides , Internet tends to be more essential now in the information age . " " Besides , Internet tends to be more essential now in the information age . ", Good idea . A network of work stations is helpful for our management . Good idea . A network of work stations is helpful for our management . ," And , to be frank , our copying machines are too slow ; our telephone system is limited in function . " " And , to be frank , our copying machines are too slow ; our telephone system is limited in function . "," You are right . The current equipment of our offices really falls behind . Next week , you can provide me a catalogue of new equipment . " "May I see your ticket , please ? ", I'm afraid I lost my ticket . Can I buy one again now ? I'm afraid I lost my ticket . Can I buy one again now ? , How far are you going ? How far are you going ? , I'm going to New York . I'm going to New York . , Where did you begin your journey ? Where did you begin your journey ? , In Chicago . In Chicago . , I see . Do you remember how much you paid for your ticket ? I see . Do you remember how much you paid for your ticket ? , I'm afraid I don ’ t . Looks like dinner's ready . , Just about . One Grand Slam breakfast for you ! ," Thanks . You know , I just noticed that these eggs are fried , and I ordered scrambled . " " Thanks . You know , I just noticed that these eggs are fried , and I ordered scrambled . ", Thank you for pointing that out . I mistakenly gave you your friend's breakfast . Thank you for pointing that out . I mistakenly gave you your friend's breakfast . , Not a problem . I can just trade my plate with his . Not a problem . I can just trade my plate with his . , A special order of banana pancakes for you ! A special order of banana pancakes for you ! , Pancakes ? I don't like pancakes . I ordered waffles . Pancakes ? I don't like pancakes . I ordered waffles . ," I am so sorry , madam ! " " I am so sorry , madam ! ", I can eat my bacon and eggs while you are exchanging my pancakes for waffles . I can eat my bacon and eggs while you are exchanging my pancakes for waffles . , I will go trade those pancakes for waffles right now . I will go trade those pancakes for waffles right now . ," That would take care of it , thank you . " "We are free this afternoon , aren't we , Mr John ? "," Yes , we are visiting the exhibition this afternoon , and look around Beijing city , wouldn't we ? " " Yes , we are visiting the exhibition this afternoon , and look around Beijing city , wouldn't we ? "," It's very kind of you , Mr John.the sightseeing trip between our business talk will be sort of our work division.business can be make for pleasure.what kind of exhibition we're going to see ? " " It's very kind of you , Mr John.the sightseeing trip between our business talk will be sort of our work division.business can be make for pleasure.what kind of exhibition we're going to see ? "," It's industrial exhibition , in origin show the results of new industrial products in the city . a lot of products there to meet the needs of home and export " " It's industrial exhibition , in origin show the results of new industrial products in the city . a lot of products there to meet the needs of home and export ", Could you give more detail information about some of the industries you just mentioned ? Could you give more detail information about some of the industries you just mentioned ? , Yes.take the oil industry for instance.you know there are twenty oil resources in China.you can see many chemical products in the exhibition.such as chemical fabrics as I dress . Yes.take the oil industry for instance.you know there are twenty oil resources in China.you can see many chemical products in the exhibition.such as chemical fabrics as I dress . , What the others ? What the others ? ," There are chemical materials , medicines , rubber , plastics and so on , many products and meet the domestic markets , we are also trying to meet international markets . " " There are chemical materials , medicines , rubber , plastics and so on , many products and meet the domestic markets , we are also trying to meet international markets . ", How about textile industry ? How about textile industry ? ," Textile is a traditional industry , which has completely catalogue , and solid basis and has developed in the past few years.the export is great , counting more than 25 % of export products " " Textile is a traditional industry , which has completely catalogue , and solid basis and has developed in the past few years.the export is great , counting more than 25 % of export products "," That's surprising , three days ago when I went to yancheng store , I saw different kinds of textile goods . I've bought some for my wife , some for my friends.they seem very attractive . " " That's surprising , three days ago when I went to yancheng store , I saw different kinds of textile goods . I've bought some for my wife , some for my friends.they seem very attractive . "," That's good . I think they must like them.in recently years , light industry have be developing in Standley , and place a credible role in our industry sister.these industry including leather , bikes , household electric products , clocks , sporting goods and so on.many of them are very popular at home and abroad . " " That's good . I think they must like them.in recently years , light industry have be developing in Standley , and place a credible role in our industry sister.these industry including leather , bikes , household electric products , clocks , sporting goods and so on.many of them are very popular at home and abroad . ", I'm sure I'll enjoy seeing them.and will have more information of your city industry.what is more ? I'd like to visit if it is possible.the famous Goumi street in the city . I'm sure I'll enjoy seeing them.and will have more information of your city industry.what is more ? I'd like to visit if it is possible.the famous Goumi street in the city . ," No problem , this street is nearly built along the both sides of this street.there is stores , restaurant follow the style of tradition chinese building , the guest come there taste very traditional favorite dishes . " " No problem , this street is nearly built along the both sides of this street.there is stores , restaurant follow the style of tradition chinese building , the guest come there taste very traditional favorite dishes . ", I am sure I'll enjoy some real chinese food then . I have a feeling you will get this job . , Thanks . But I'm not so sure . Interviews stress me out . Thanks . But I'm not so sure . Interviews stress me out . ," Just remember to be professional and polite . Oh , and don ’ t forget to smile . " " Just remember to be professional and polite . Oh , and don ’ t forget to smile . "," I ’ ll do my best , but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations . " " I ’ ll do my best , but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations . ", Have you updated your resume recently ? Have you updated your resume recently ? , Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address . Yes ... ah ! I forgot to include my e-mail address . ," You ’ d better double-and-triple check it . You don ’ t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot . " " You ’ d better double-and-triple check it . You don ’ t want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume . Otherwise , you might shoot yourself in the foot . "," I ’ ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview . " " I ’ ll be sure and do that . I also need to pick out the right suit , shirt , and tie for this interview . "," Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ? " " Definitely . Oh , do you have a reference letter ? ", Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic . Sort of . I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic . ," I ’ m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference . " " I ’ m included on your list of references , right ? My praise of you could really make a difference . "," Sorry , you ’ re not on it . I don ’ t think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing ! " "Hello , Jack.It ' s good of you to come . ", The pleasure is mine.Happy birthday and many happy returns of the day ! The pleasure is mine.Happy birthday and many happy returns of the day ! ," Thank you , Jack.To be frank , I'd rather forget my birthday . " " Thank you , Jack.To be frank , I'd rather forget my birthday . ", Don't be silly . "We have made some adjustment on the prices , and this is renewed price list . "," Thank you for allowing us 3 % reduction , but still we find your price is on the high side . " " Thank you for allowing us 3 % reduction , but still we find your price is on the high side . ", This is our rock-bottom price and we can't make any further reduction . This is our rock-bottom price and we can't make any further reduction . ," If so , we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks . " " If so , we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks . "," Then , what's your countr-offer ? " " Then , what's your countr-offer ? ", This is our counter-offer . This is our counter-offer . ," We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great . " " We are sincere to make business with you , but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great . "," So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market . " " So are we , our counter-offer is in line with the world market . ", How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ? How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business ? , Agreed . How are you ? , I ’ m great . Thank you for asking . I ’ m great . Thank you for asking . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , Do I owe any fees ? Do I owe any fees ? , You sure do . You sure do . , Could you tell me how much I owe ? Could you tell me how much I owe ? , You owe $ 235.13 in fees . You owe $ 235.13 in fees . , I can ’ t believe that . I can ’ t believe that . , When will you be paying these fees off ? When will you be paying these fees off ? , I ’ ll pay them off right now . I ’ ll pay them off right now . , Cash or check ? Cash or check ? , I will pay with cash . Can you read what this says ? ," Yes , and you could too if your hair wasn't hanging down in your face . " " Yes , and you could too if your hair wasn't hanging down in your face . ", Don't dis my hair ! I like it like this . Don't dis my hair ! I like it like this . ," You like it , but it's getting to be a handicap for you . " " You like it , but it's getting to be a handicap for you . "," Hey , that's enough about my hair . " " Hey , that's enough about my hair . ", I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too . I know a great hairdresser not far from here and she is cute too . , I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute . I don't go to hairdressers because they're cute . , Did I mention she's good at cutting hair too ? "Peter , do you want to learn to play the piano ? "," No , mom . Piano is for girls . " " No , mom . Piano is for girls . "," Well , there are many boys that can play the piano very well , like Jay Chou . " " Well , there are many boys that can play the piano very well , like Jay Chou . "," No way , mom . I don't like piano . " " No way , mom . I don't like piano . ", OK . But you have to promise me that you will study hard in your English class . OK . But you have to promise me that you will study hard in your English class . ," All right , all right . I understand . " Look what you've done ! ," I'm very sorry , sir . I'll bring you a cloth immediately . " " I'm very sorry , sir . I'll bring you a cloth immediately . "," Yes , and hurry up ! " " Yes , and hurry up ! ", I'd like to apologize for my carelessness . May I clean it up for you ? I'd like to apologize for my carelessness . May I clean it up for you ? ," No , I'll do it myself . " " No , I'll do it myself . "," Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ? " " Here is my card , sir . Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refund the cost to you ? "," I should think so , too ! " " I should think so , too ! ", I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble . I'm very sorry to have caused you this trouble . ," Yes , and please be more careful in the future ! " " Yes , and please be more careful in the future ! "," I will , sir . I'm really very sorry . " " I will , sir . I'm really very sorry . ", That's OK . What kind of character do you think you have ? ," Generally speaking , l am an open-minded person . " " Generally speaking , l am an open-minded person . ", What is your strongest trait ? What is your strongest trait ? , Cheerfulness and friendliness . Cheerfulness and friendliness . , How would your friends or colleagues describe you ? How would your friends or colleagues describe you ? ," They say Mr . Sun is a friendly , sensitive , caring and determined person . " " They say Mr . Sun is a friendly , sensitive , caring and determined person . ", What personality do you admire ? What personality do you admire ? ," I admire a person who is honest , flexible and easy-going . " " I admire a person who is honest , flexible and easy-going . ", How do you get along with others ? How do you get along with others ? , I get on well with others . "Can I have my check , please . ", Here it is . 350 Yuan all together . Here it is . 350 Yuan all together . , May son adores my new hairstyle so I suppose it is worth it . May son adores my new hairstyle so I suppose it is worth it . , Hearing you say that is a big reward for us . And here is the receipt . Hearing you say that is a big reward for us . And here is the receipt . , Thank you . Thank you . , Wait ! Congratulations ! You are the lucky customer of our anniversary celebration . Wait ! Congratulations ! You are the lucky customer of our anniversary celebration . ," Wow , it's surprising . So what do I get ? " " Wow , it's surprising . So what do I get ? ", You can have a free facial and then make up free for you . Do you want it now ? You can have a free facial and then make up free for you . Do you want it now ? , Probably not . Doing that will probably take another three hours which I can't afford now . Probably not . Doing that will probably take another three hours which I can't afford now . , Here is our number . Call us when you are ready to come . Here is our number . Call us when you are ready to come . , You mean I should make an appointment ahead of time ? You mean I should make an appointment ahead of time ? , Yes . Yes . , Got it . Bye for now . "Good . There is the information desk . How do we get to seventieth street , please ? ", The northern line is what you want . The northern line is what you want . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , It ’ s two yuan . It ’ s two yuan . , Which way do we go for the northern line ? Which way do we go for the northern line ? , Just go through the number eight to ticket barrier over there . A train will be in directly . Just go through the number eight to ticket barrier over there . A train will be in directly . ," I appreciate it , thank you . " " I appreciate it , thank you . ", That ’ s all right . Are you free on the thirteenth in the afternoon ? , No I'm afraid not . I'm meeting Ruth then . How about the fourteenth in the morning ? No I'm afraid not . I'm meeting Ruth then . How about the fourteenth in the morning ? , I'm sorry . I'm attending a meeting at the Hilton then . I'm sorry . I'm attending a meeting at the Hilton then . , What about the next day ? What about the next day ? , No . I'm busy then too . I'm meeting Dorothy Heath at North Bridge Road . Are you free on Thursday afternoon ? No . I'm busy then too . I'm meeting Dorothy Heath at North Bridge Road . Are you free on Thursday afternoon ? ," Yes , I think I am . Let's meet for lunch at mouth restaurant . " " Yes , I think I am . Let's meet for lunch at mouth restaurant . ", Good idea ! Is two o'clock okay ? Good idea ! Is two o'clock okay ? , That's fine . See you there ! Good morning . This is Apple Corporation . May I speak to Ballam ? , Speaking . Speaking . , I ’ m calling to offer you the position of computer engineer . I ’ m calling to offer you the position of computer engineer . , May I ask how much I can get every month ? May I ask how much I can get every month ? ," Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month . " " Your starting salary is 3 , 000 yuan a month , but if you work well we will put you on our regular staff after six months time and your salary will be raised to 5,000 yuan a month . ", I thought the starting salary is too low . I thought the starting salary is too low . , What is the lowest salary you may consider ? What is the lowest salary you may consider ? ," I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family . " " I hope to make 4,000 yuan a month for supporting my family . "," That ’ s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ? " " That ’ s all right . We will pay you 4 , 000 yuan a month for supporting your family . Would you like to start on next Monday ? "," No problem . Thank you for hiring me , I am very proud to be employed by your company and I will come in at eight o ’ clock sharp Monday . " "Okay , well I ’ m sure you have a number of questions to ask me regarding the position . "," Yes , well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone , but there were some details I ’ d like to clarify . " " Yes , well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone , but there were some details I ’ d like to clarify . "," Well feel free to ask me anything , and I ’ ll try to fill in the details . " " Well feel free to ask me anything , and I ’ ll try to fill in the details . ", Could I first ask about the remuneration package ? Could I first ask about the remuneration package ? ," Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ’ t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ’ t include a generous housing allowance al " " Yes , of course . That's quite an important point , isn ’ t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ’ t include a generous housing allowance al ", I understand . And are there other bonuses included ? I understand . And are there other bonuses included ? ," Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date . " " Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date . "," Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me . " " Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me . "," Excellent.Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ? " "Mr . Black , when is the earliest shipment you can make ? ", In April or early May . In April or early May . ," I am afraid shipment by early May would be too late for us . Our customs formalities are quite complicated , and it takes time to distribute the goods to the farmers in our country . The fertilizers must be delivered before April , or else we can't be in time for the spring sowing . " " I am afraid shipment by early May would be too late for us . Our customs formalities are quite complicated , and it takes time to distribute the goods to the farmers in our country . The fertilizers must be delivered before April , or else we can't be in time for the spring sowing . "," In that case , we will have to improve one month further on the time . Now is Jan . If the fertilizers should be shipped before the end of March , only 2 months are left . The time is too limited . " " In that case , we will have to improve one month further on the time . Now is Jan . If the fertilizers should be shipped before the end of March , only 2 months are left . The time is too limited . ", You understand a timely delivery is very important to us . You understand a timely delivery is very important to us . , All right . You can rest assured that we will do everything possible to advance shipment . The fertilizers will be delivered before April . What a great weekend that was ! , My feelings exactly . My feelings exactly . , I really enjoy the beach in the summer . I really enjoy the beach in the summer . , I couldn't agree with you more . I couldn't agree with you more . , We should come here more often . We should come here more often . , You are absolutely right . You are absolutely right . , I'd like to come back next weekend . I'd like to come back next weekend . , That's exactly the way I feel . You really look familiar . , Really ? My name is Gretchen Hammer . What is your name ? Really ? My name is Gretchen Hammer . What is your name ? , My name is Phillip Hammer . I think we are related . Who is your dad ? My name is Phillip Hammer . I think we are related . Who is your dad ? , Jacob Hammer . He is originally from Holland . Jacob Hammer . He is originally from Holland . , That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin ! That's my uncle . You're my cousin ! Hi cousin ! ," It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big . " " It's really a small world , isn't it ! The Hammer family isn't very big . ", It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ? It really is . Do you have time to eat dinner and catch up ? , I always make time for family . What are you doing ? , I ’ m just looking at this map of the world . I ’ m preparing for a geography class . I ’ m just looking at this map of the world . I ’ m preparing for a geography class . , There are no countries marked on the map . There are no countries marked on the map . ," No , there aren ’ t . this map just show the geographical features . Look at the Himalayan plateau with the highest peaks in the world . " " No , there aren ’ t . this map just show the geographical features . Look at the Himalayan plateau with the highest peaks in the world . "," The thing that I find most surprising is that most of the world is covered with water . Compared to the oceans , most countries are tiny . " " The thing that I find most surprising is that most of the world is covered with water . Compared to the oceans , most countries are tiny . ", I find it incredible how millions of years of volcanic activity have created mountains thousands of metres tall . I find it incredible how millions of years of volcanic activity have created mountains thousands of metres tall . , Rivers have created deep valleys and canyons like the grand canyon . Rivers have created deep valleys and canyons like the grand canyon . , The oceans and landscapes all influence our climate . The oceans and landscapes all influence our climate . , It ’ s all so interesting . I ’ ll have to find more information about it on the internet . Or perhaps I should try and attend your geography class . I want to reserve a VIP room at 7:00 this evening . ," OK , sir . How many people are there in your party ? " " OK , sir . How many people are there in your party ? ", 8 . Is your VIP room big enough for 8 persons ? 8 . Is your VIP room big enough for 8 persons ? , Of course . "Mary , I have something to tell you . ", Go ahead . Go ahead . , I ’ m afraid you ’ ll become angry . But I think I must tell you . I ’ m afraid you ’ ll become angry . But I think I must tell you . , Come on . Don ’ t hesitate . Come on . Don ’ t hesitate . , John made out with other girls at the party yesterday . How much is the video camera ? , $ 250 . It's Sony made in Japan . $ 250 . It's Sony made in Japan . , It is cute . I will take it . Please make out the receipt . It is cute . I will take it . Please make out the receipt . ," OK , sir . Here you are . There is a one-year warranty . " I've just had an argument with Bob . ," Really , who started the argument ? " " Really , who started the argument ? ", He did and it's his entire fault . He did and it's his entire fault . , Did you know it takes two to tango ? "Good evening , Saliva . What's that wonderful aroma from your kitchen ? What are you doing now ? ", I am cooking now ! I am cooking now ! , Are you good at cooking ? Are you good at cooking ? ," I have studied its skills recently at a training school . I plan to run a restaurant , so I have to practise cooking ! " " I have studied its skills recently at a training school . I plan to run a restaurant , so I have to practise cooking ! ", It is a good idea . What dish are you cooking now ? ! It is a good idea . What dish are you cooking now ? ! , I am steaming fish in a pressure cooker . Have you ever tried steamed fish ? I am steaming fish in a pressure cooker . Have you ever tried steamed fish ? ," Yes , I have . But the taste of steamed fish at that restaurant is not delicious . The fish is not well-done and too salty . " " Yes , I have . But the taste of steamed fish at that restaurant is not delicious . The fish is not well-done and too salty . ", That's the case . I think there is not enough time to steam it and soy sauce is too much . That's the case . I think there is not enough time to steam it and soy sauce is too much . , I have the same idea as yours . I have the same idea as yours . , It's OK . Please have a taste of it . It's OK . Please have a taste of it . ," Thank you . Oh , it's very delicious . " " Thank you . Oh , it's very delicious . ", Thank you for your praise . Thank you for your praise . ," Besides steamed fish , what else are you good at cooking ? " " Besides steamed fish , what else are you good at cooking ? "," I am good at stewing beef with potato , frying chicken , hot and sour soup etc . " " I am good at stewing beef with potato , frying chicken , hot and sour soup etc . "," So many dishes . Next Friday week is my birthday . I would like to invite you to cook for my dinner party , OK ? " " So many dishes . Next Friday week is my birthday . I would like to invite you to cook for my dinner party , OK ? ", Why not ? It is a good opportunity for me to practise cooking . Why not ? It is a good opportunity for me to practise cooking . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , It's my pleasure . "This is frank speaking , may i ask who is calling ? "," This is Jane , I'd like to speak to Mr.Wang , please . " " This is Jane , I'd like to speak to Mr.Wang , please . "," I'm sorry , he is not here at the moment . He has gone to the International Business Center . " " I'm sorry , he is not here at the moment . He has gone to the International Business Center . ", When do you expect him back ? When do you expect him back ? ," I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like.you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free . " " I'm not sure , he didn't say when he wound return . If you'd like.you can leave him a message until he is back to you until the moment it's free . "," Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back . " " Yes , thank you . When he gets back , please just let him know that jane called . And i need him to call me back . ", Does he have your number ? Does he have your number ? ," Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6 " " Yes , he does . But i give it to you again . 5264453 6 "," That was 5264453 6 , right ? " " That was 5264453 6 , right ? "," Yes , thank you very much . " " Yes , thank you very much . ", You are welcome . how are you doing ? , I'm ok . I wish I could say the same for my friend . I'm ok . I wish I could say the same for my friend . , what happened to him ? what happened to him ? , he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving . he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving . , was it his first offence ? was it his first offence ? , unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university . unfortunately not . He was charged with a DUI when he was in university . , what happened to him then ? what happened to him then ? , not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 . not much ; it was a minor offence back then . He got away with a fine of $ 500 . , did they take his license away ? did they take his license away ? ," no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now . " " no , they were really easy on him . The problem is that that was a long time ago . They are much tougher on crime now . ", what do you think will happen to him ? what do you think will happen to him ? ," well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail . " " well , he'll definitely lose his license , pay a fine , and maybe even spend some time in jail . ", that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ? that doesn't sound too promising . Does he have a defence lawyer ? ," not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one . " " not yet . If we can't find a lawyer for him , then the state will appoint him with one . ", my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him . my sister is a lawyer . I can ask her if she can help him . , that'd be great ! I know he'd appreciate your help . Which university did you graduate from ? , I graduated from Hebes University . I graduated from Hebes University . , What subject did you major in at university ? What subject did you major in at university ? , I majored in Economics . I majored in Economics . , Tell me about the courses of your major in university . Tell me about the courses of your major in university . ," I take more than 50 courses in university , including microeconomics , macroeconomics , marketing principles , sales management , statistics , and so on . " " I take more than 50 courses in university , including microeconomics , macroeconomics , marketing principles , sales management , statistics , and so on . ", How did you get on with your studies in university ? How did you get on with your studies in university ? , I did well in university . I was one of the top students in the class . I did well in university . I was one of the top students in the class . , What subject did you minor in ? What subject did you minor in ? ," I didn't minor in any subject when I was in university , but I attended English and computer courses . And I am currently studying finance in a training school . " Why did you apply for the position ? ," I learned from your ad.That you will provide on-the-job training for new employees.This is just what I need , because I'm a recent college graduate . I have the necessary knowledge and skills but I lack experience . " " I learned from your ad.That you will provide on-the-job training for new employees.This is just what I need , because I'm a recent college graduate . I have the necessary knowledge and skills but I lack experience . ", What do you hope to become ? What do you hope to become ? ," I want to prove my true value in the electronic industry , and hopefully in the near future I would be promoted to a higher position . " " I want to prove my true value in the electronic industry , and hopefully in the near future I would be promoted to a higher position . "," Well , thank you for coming.We ' ll let you know as soon as possible . " "How do you use an ATM card , Billy ? "," It ’ s easy , grandpa . Insert you card into the machine here . Then wait a moment . OK . Now you enter your PIN . It should have four numbers . " " It ’ s easy , grandpa . Insert you card into the machine here . Then wait a moment . OK . Now you enter your PIN . It should have four numbers . ", Oh yes . I ’ Ve got it written down here . Just a minute . Oh yes . I ’ Ve got it written down here . Just a minute . , You really shouldn ’ t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like . You really shouldn ’ t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like . ," OK , I ’ Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ? " " OK , I ’ Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don't I ? "," Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want . " " Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want . "," I can just enter the amount using the key , right ? " " I can just enter the amount using the key , right ? ", That ’ s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money . That ’ s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money . ," These machines aren ’ t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk . " Is this your first time visiting Beijing ? , Yes . Is it easy to get around ? Yes . Is it easy to get around ? , I think so . You can get anywhere by bus and taxi is not expensive . I think so . You can get anywhere by bus and taxi is not expensive . , How about the subway ? How about the subway ? ," It's also convenient , but it's usually crowded . " did you watch the Oscars on Sunday night ? ," no , but I heard about that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt didn't attend . " " no , but I heard about that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt didn't attend . "," yes , that was surprising . I heard that they got into a fight and then decided not to go . " " yes , that was surprising . I heard that they got into a fight and then decided not to go . ", they must be the most famous celebrity couple in Hollywood . they must be the most famous celebrity couple in Hollywood . , they're also one of the richest couples . They have so many money and they can buy almost anything they want . they're also one of the richest couples . They have so many money and they can buy almost anything they want . , I also heard that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes made an appearance at the Oscars . I also heard that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes made an appearance at the Oscars . , did either one of them win an Oscar this year ? did either one of them win an Oscar this year ? ," I think Tom might have been nominated for one of his films , but I don't think he won anything . " " I think Tom might have been nominated for one of his films , but I don't think he won anything . "," Tom Cruise may be handsome , but I think he's a bit crazy , don't you ? " " Tom Cruise may be handsome , but I think he's a bit crazy , don't you ? "," yes , his marriage to Katie is actually quite scandalous . " " yes , his marriage to Katie is actually quite scandalous . ", I still think that they only got married to get more publicity for their movies and themselves . I still think that they only got married to get more publicity for their movies and themselves . , people in show biz can have such an easy life ; I don't know why they have to make it so complicated . people in show biz can have such an easy life ; I don't know why they have to make it so complicated . , I would never want to be a celebrity because the paparazzi would also be after you . I would never want to be a celebrity because the paparazzi would also be after you . , that's true . I guess it would be difficult to have people taking pictures of you everywhere you go . that's true . I guess it would be difficult to have people taking pictures of you everywhere you go . , thank goodness we're not rich and famous ! thank goodness we're not rich and famous ! ," being famous , I can do without , but I wouldn't mind being rich . " "Guess , what I ’ Ve bought for you . ", Oh . it ‘ s a case flowers . It ’ s very kind of you . Oh . it ‘ s a case flowers . It ’ s very kind of you . , I hope you like it . I hope you like it . , I love flowers you know . Thank you very much . I love flowers you know . Thank you very much . , that ’ s all right . "Hi , I made a reservation for a mid-size vehicle . The name is Jimmy Fox . "," I ’ m sorry , we have no mid-size available at the moment . " " I ’ m sorry , we have no mid-size available at the moment . "," I don ’ t understand , I made a reservation , do you have my reservation ? " " I don ’ t understand , I made a reservation , do you have my reservation ? "," Yes , we do , unfortunately we ran out of cars . " " Yes , we do , unfortunately we ran out of cars . ", But the reservation keeps the car here . That ’ s why you have the reservation . But the reservation keeps the car here . That ’ s why you have the reservation . , I know why we have reservations . I know why we have reservations . ," I don ’ t think you do.If you did , I ’ d have a car.See , you know how to take the reservation , you just don ’ t know how to hold the reservation and that ’ s really the most important part of the reservation , the holding . Anybody can just take them . " " I don ’ t think you do.If you did , I ’ d have a car.See , you know how to take the reservation , you just don ’ t know how to hold the reservation and that ’ s really the most important part of the reservation , the holding . Anybody can just take them . ", But we do have a compact or an SUV if you ’ d like . But we do have a compact or an SUV if you ’ d like . , Fine . I ’ ll take the compact . Fine . I ’ ll take the compact . ," Alright . We have a blue Ford Focus for you , Mr . Fox . Would you like insurance ? " " Alright . We have a blue Ford Focus for you , Mr . Fox . Would you like insurance ? "," Yeah , you better give me the insurance , because I am gonna beat the hell out of this car . " "Miss Liu , have we received the fax from MS Company yet ? "," Let me check - - oh , here it is . It just arrived a few minutes ago . " " Let me check - - oh , here it is . It just arrived a few minutes ago . ", Excellent . I have been expecting it . Excellent . I have been expecting it . , Is it important ? Is it important ? , You bet it is . It's about the new contract . You bet it is . It's about the new contract . ," Here it is , sir . " Here ’ s a letter for you . , Let me see it . Let me see it . , Who ’ s the letter from ? Who ’ s the letter from ? , It ’ s a letter from UCLA about my acceptance . It ’ s a letter from UCLA about my acceptance . , Read it ! Read it ! , UCLA accepted me ! UCLA accepted me ! , Really ? Really ? , I ’ m not joking . I got accepted ! I ’ m not joking . I got accepted ! , I ’ m so happy for you ! I ’ m so happy for you ! ," UCLA was my second choice , but I ’ m happy knowing I ’ Ve been accepted . " " UCLA was my second choice , but I ’ m happy knowing I ’ Ve been accepted . ", I am really proud of you . I am really proud of you . , You have no idea how proud I am of myself . He's too young for the job . , Give him a chance . Welcome . May I help you ? ," Use , I want a eye-shadow . " " Use , I want a eye-shadow . ", We have different colours of eye-shadow . May I know what colour you usually wear ? We have different colours of eye-shadow . May I know what colour you usually wear ? ," Purple . But today , I'm thinking of buying one in a bright colour . " " Purple . But today , I'm thinking of buying one in a bright colour . "," Yes , I see . How do you like this one ? " " Yes , I see . How do you like this one ? ", May I have a try ? May I have a try ? , Certainly . Certainly . , It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ? It's still too dark . Any brighter colours ? ," Not from this brand , I'm afraid . " " Not from this brand , I'm afraid . ", What about other brands ? What about other brands ? , How about this one ? How about this one ? ," Oh , that's the very thing I need . " "Then , Mary . We need 10 more loose-leaf binders , five pounds of heavy duty white paper , and what else did I say ? ", Two boxes of transparencies for the over-head machines . Two boxes of transparencies for the over-head machines . , Right . And I ’ d like one of those new electric pencil sharpeners . Right . And I ’ d like one of those new electric pencil sharpeners . ," All right , Mr . Jones . Do you think we ’ ll need anything else ? " "You taught at a local school for a year , right ? "," Yes , I was there as an English teacher . " " Yes , I was there as an English teacher . ", Did you enjoy yourself there ? Did you enjoy yourself there ? , Sure . I was fond of those lovely children Sure . I was fond of those lovely children , So why did you decide to resign ? So why did you decide to resign ? , The school is a little bit too far away . I simply want to take good care of my elderly grandfather . The school is a little bit too far away . I simply want to take good care of my elderly grandfather . , I see . But why don't you continue to work as a teacher ? I see . But why don't you continue to work as a teacher ? , I think it's better for me to meet new challenges in life . I think it's better for me to meet new challenges in life . , So you can have more room for development . So you can have more room for development . , And I can experience another kind of life style . And I can experience another kind of life style . , It sounds like a good idea . It sounds like a good idea . , I hope I can adapt to the new job as soon as possible . Have you washed any clothes yet ? ," No , I've only washed my whites . " " No , I've only washed my whites . "," When you wash your dark clothes , can you put some of mine in ? " " When you wash your dark clothes , can you put some of mine in ? ", Sure . Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes ? Sure . Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes ? , Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle . Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle . , How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ? How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash ? ," There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ? " " There isn't a lot , why , do you have a large load to wash ? ", It's really only a small load . It's really only a small load . , Do you mind washing my clothes ? Do you mind washing my clothes ? , Not at all . It's no problem . Not at all . It's no problem . , Thank you so much . Thank you so much . , It's no trouble at all . "Sir , I am very glad to tell that we have successfully registered the trademark for our new product . It is the time to think of some effective promoting strategies . We are beginning to get more attention from overseas . "," Well done , Fred . Do you know something useful for our promotion for our I-series ? " " Well done , Fred . Do you know something useful for our promotion for our I-series ? "," OK , Let me see . I suppose we must strengthen our promotion , because our brand is still new to some consumers . Maybe we should start our advertising program with our local and overseas distributors simultaneously , because they stand on a better position for selecting the best ways to advertise in market places . Besides , the advertisement fund can encourage them to spend more attention on advertising our products . " " OK , Let me see . I suppose we must strengthen our promotion , because our brand is still new to some consumers . Maybe we should start our advertising program with our local and overseas distributors simultaneously , because they stand on a better position for selecting the best ways to advertise in market places . Besides , the advertisement fund can encourage them to spend more attention on advertising our products . ", That is a good idea to start with . I also think the mass media is also a good approach for advertising . That is a good idea to start with . I also think the mass media is also a good approach for advertising . ," Yes , the mass media has wider influence . One of my classmates works in an advertisement company . I can get help and inspiration from him . And we can also try some less expensive approaches of advertising , such as on-line sales . Personally , I prefer to the on-line sales , for it is cheaper , faster and wider . " "Is that you , Dave ? Oh , my gosh ! The backstabber who left us to work for the evil WebTracker ! "," Yeah , yeah , yeah . Hi , Mary . How are you ? " " Yeah , yeah , yeah . Hi , Mary . How are you ? ", I'm filthy rich ! Haven't you heard about the MicroPower deal ? I'm filthy rich ! Haven't you heard about the MicroPower deal ? ," Yeah , I guess I did . They're going to buy invoking ? " " Yeah , I guess I did . They're going to buy invoking ? ", That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ? That's right . For seventy-five million . So how are you ? , I'm getting by OK . I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new invoking Internet division . What would you say if I told you I was going to quit school ? ," I ’ d say , think twice about it . Well , you are not going to quit school , are you ? " " I ’ d say , think twice about it . Well , you are not going to quit school , are you ? ", I don't know . I failed my exam . I don't know . I failed my exam . , What did you get ? What did you get ? , A B plus . A B plus . , That's not bad . That's not bad . ," But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true ! " " But I should have aced it . I mean I finished the paper so quickly , thinking it's a piece of cake . But when I knew my result , I was like what ? That can't be true ! "," Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ? " " Listen , John . I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress , but you really want to give up ? "," No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know . " " No , I don't . I just don't know how to handle this . This is my first time , you know . ", I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ? I know . Don't worry . Do you know what you should do ? , What ? What ? , You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder . You need to blow off some steam . The world is not on your shoulder . , How ? How ? , Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs . Forget about school and exams . Come over to my house and have fun . I have some really good DVDs . , Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning . Thanks . But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight . I have to get an early start in the morning . , Then go to bed and have a good sleep . Then go to bed and have a good sleep . , I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend . I guess that's what I need . Thanks . You're being a really good friend . ," Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams ! " " Of course I am . Well , pleasant dreams ! "," Thanks , bye . " I hear you're moving to New York . ," Yes , I found a very good job down there . " " Yes , I found a very good job down there . "," Well , we'll certainly miss you in Boston . " " Well , we'll certainly miss you in Boston . "," I'm going to miss you folks , too . " " I'm going to miss you folks , too . ", Let's keep in touch . Let's keep in touch . , OK . I'll drop you a line as soon as I get there . "Michael , it is time to wake up . ", Huh ? Huh ? ," Yes , it is time to wake up . And , also , from now on I will speak only English to you . And you should speak only English to me , too . " " Yes , it is time to wake up . And , also , from now on I will speak only English to you . And you should speak only English to me , too . "," Okay , mom . " " Okay , mom . ", Right . That's good . Right . That's good . ," It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it . " " It will be hard at first , but I think I can do it . ", I know you can do it . I know you can do it . , I will do my best . I will do my best . , That is great . All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do . "Hello , Jason . Are you free this Saturday evening ? ", Yes . I have no plans . Yes . I have no plans . , Would you like to Come to our barbecue ? Would you like to Come to our barbecue ? ," Yes , that sounds wonderful . " " Yes , that sounds wonderful . ", OK . See you then . OK . See you then . ," But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian " " But wait , wait , will there be food that is not meat ? You know . I'm a vegetarian ", Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ? Hey ! I didn't know that ! When did you become a vegetarian ? ," The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat . " " The other day , I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian . And you know what ? I don't miss the taste of meat . ", Relly ? That's amazing . Relly ? That's amazing . ," Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly . " " Yes , it really is . After having vegetarian diet . I have much more energy , I need less sleep , I feel calmer . I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly . ", Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet . Are you kidding ? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet . ," Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try . " " Yes , maybe . But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian . Maybe you could also have a try . "," Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat . " " Maybe I'll also have a try some day , but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat . ", Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet . Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet . ," We'll see . Anyway , I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue . See you then ! " I have been having a lot of headaches lately . , Have you been having these headaches for a long time ? Have you been having these headaches for a long time ? ," I have had headaches my whole life , but they have been getting worse lately . " " I have had headaches my whole life , but they have been getting worse lately . ", Have you been under a lot of stress lately ? Have you been under a lot of stress lately ? ," I ’ Ve been under stress , but no more than usual . " " I ’ Ve been under stress , but no more than usual . ", Have you been getting enough sleep lately ? Have you been getting enough sleep lately ? ," No , I only sleep a few hours a night . " " No , I only sleep a few hours a night . ", Have you had any head injuries lately ? Have you had any head injuries lately ? ," Yes , actually I fell skiing last week and hit my head . " " Yes , actually I fell skiing last week and hit my head . "," I am going to send you for a CT scan , and I will see you again when we see the results . " Which university did you graduate from ? , I graduated from Peking University . I graduated from Peking University . , What was your major at university ? What was your major at university ? ," I studied economics , I am especially interested in the economic development of China . " " I studied economics , I am especially interested in the economic development of China . ", What course did you like best ? What course did you like best ? ," I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work . " " I like Business Management , and i think it's very useful for the present work . ", What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ? What do you think is the relationship between the subjects you've taken and the job you are seeking ? ," I've taken courses on office administration , reports and correspondence writing . I think all these are closely related to the job of assistant manager , because it requires the ability to perform general office work and to assist the manager in handling all paperwork . " I ’ m looking for a budget hotel in Orlando . Have you ever stayed at the Comfort Hotel ? , Yes ... I wouldn ’ t recommend it . Yes ... I wouldn ’ t recommend it . , Why not ? Why not ? ," Granted , it ’ s cheap , but the place is filthy , the beds are uncomfortable , there ’ s no A / C , the breakfast is pretty skimpy ... and the staff couldn ’ t care less about the guests . " " Granted , it ’ s cheap , but the place is filthy , the beds are uncomfortable , there ’ s no A / C , the breakfast is pretty skimpy ... and the staff couldn ’ t care less about the guests . ", Oh . I guess you get what you pay for . How long did you stay there ? Oh . I guess you get what you pay for . How long did you stay there ? ," Just one night , when my flight was canceled due to bad weather . It ’ s bearable if you just need a place to crash , but you definitely don ’ t want to book a vacation there . Unless you enjoy sharing your room with cockroaches . " " Just one night , when my flight was canceled due to bad weather . It ’ s bearable if you just need a place to crash , but you definitely don ’ t want to book a vacation there . Unless you enjoy sharing your room with cockroaches . "," Hmm , I ’ ll pass . Hopefully I can find a decent place that won ’ t cost a fortune . " "Say , Jim , how about going for a few beers after dinner ? ", You know that is tempting but is really not good for our fitness . You know that is tempting but is really not good for our fitness . , What do you mean ? It will help us to relax . What do you mean ? It will help us to relax . , Do you really think so ? I don't . It will just make us fat and act silly . Remember last time ? Do you really think so ? I don't . It will just make us fat and act silly . Remember last time ? , I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home . I guess you are right . But what shall we do ? I don't feel like sitting at home . , I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends . I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends . , That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them . That's a good idea . I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play singsong . Perhaps we can make a foursome with them . ," Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too . " " Sounds great to me ! If they are willing , we could ask them to go dancing with us . That is excellent exercise and fun , too . ", Good . Let's go now . Good . Let's go now . , All right . "Hi , Alan . I feel very nervous because I am going to have a job interview next Monday . Could you please give me some suggestions ? "," Sure . Firstly , it is very important for you to be punctual . Interviewers usually don ’ t think much of a candidate who comes 5 or 10 minutes late only to explain that he could not find the place or he was stuck in traffic . " " Sure . Firstly , it is very important for you to be punctual . Interviewers usually don ’ t think much of a candidate who comes 5 or 10 minutes late only to explain that he could not find the place or he was stuck in traffic . "," Yeah , that is very important . " " Yeah , that is very important . "," Secondly , you need to create a good image in a limited time . " " Secondly , you need to create a good image in a limited time . "," I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done . " " I will try my best to make a good impression , but it is always easier said that done . "," I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ’ s more , try to avoid a too causal style . " " I think you should make some preparations . For example , you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed . What ’ s more , try to avoid a too causal style . ", Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ? Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview ? ," You ’ d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes . " " You ’ d better not . Informal clothes like sports shirts , tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job , or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes . ", I've got it . I think I will wear a white shirt with a tie . Thank you for your suggestions . "Hello , I want to order an Easy-own package . What would you recommend ? "," Which function do you use more , making calls or sending short messages ? " " Which function do you use more , making calls or sending short messages ? "," About the same . But I'm looking for a job , so I have to answer the phone often . " " About the same . But I'm looking for a job , so I have to answer the phone often . ", Then I recommend this package to you . You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month . Then I recommend this package to you . You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month . , That's good . How can I order it ? That's good . How can I order it ? , Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do . Sending a message ' KTCTWY ' to 10086 will do . , Thank you . I'll have a try . Thank you . I'll have a try . , You're welcome . "the James ’ s file , Christine ? "," I had it right here a minute ago , Mr . Emory . Umm . Just a minute ... " " I had it right here a minute ago , Mr . Emory . Umm . Just a minute ... "," Christine , I know you ’ re new here and there ’ s a lot to learn , but you are going to have to learn to keep your work in better order . We can ’ t afford to lose an important document . " " Christine , I know you ’ re new here and there ’ s a lot to learn , but you are going to have to learn to keep your work in better order . We can ’ t afford to lose an important document . "," Yes , sir . I apologize for that . Here ’ s the file you were looking for , Mr . Emory . " How would you like your hair set ? , I'd like to have it in big waves . I'd like to have it in big waves . , Shall I put some oil on ? B "Where can I get the information , Kate ? ", Ask John . He is sure to know about it . Ask John . He is sure to know about it . , Why ? Why ? , He has a finger in the pie . "What's the matter with you , Mary ? You look a bit pale . ", I'm afraid I've got a terrible cold . What should I do ? I'm afraid I've got a terrible cold . What should I do ? , Have you taken any medicine ? Have you taken any medicine ? ," Yes , but I'm not feeling very better now . Actually I'm feeling even worse . " " Yes , but I'm not feeling very better now . Actually I'm feeling even worse . "," Well , if I were you , I'd go to see the doctor . That might help . And you'd better stay in bed today instead of going to work . " My stay is over . Here's the key to my room . ," Thank you . And here's your receipt , sir . " " Thank you . And here's your receipt , sir . ", Many thanks . Many thanks . ," I hope your stay here was satisfactory , sir . " " I hope your stay here was satisfactory , sir . "," This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great . " " This could be a great hotel , once you get rid of the insects . The city itself is great . ", I'm glad that the little problem didn't ruin your visit . Please have a pleasant trip home . Did you hear what happened in the Scott case ? Some of the sensitive material were leaked to the press . Now every newspapers is all over it . , Oh ... I bet the firm is fuming . Do they know who spilled the beans ? Oh ... I bet the firm is fuming . Do they know who spilled the beans ? , I'm sure they have their suspicions ; there were only a few of the senior level layers who were privy to the case details . I'm sure they have their suspicions ; there were only a few of the senior level layers who were privy to the case details . , What kind of repercussions will there be for the people who are held responsible ? What kind of repercussions will there be for the people who are held responsible ? , I'm sure there'll be canned ! And there also might be some legal consequences . I'm sure there'll be canned ! And there also might be some legal consequences . , Why would the person who told have problems with the law ? Why would the person who told have problems with the law ? , Because whoever let the cat out of the bag was breaking client confidentiality . Because whoever let the cat out of the bag was breaking client confidentiality . , I didn't think about that . That's pretty serious . Are there investigators working on finding out who it was ? I didn't think about that . That's pretty serious . Are there investigators working on finding out who it was ? , I'm sure management is on top of it . What are the good sights to see in Beijing ? ," Well , I know you are interested in architecture , so you should't miss the Temple of Heaven , and the Great wall is a must too . " "I am not certain , but I think I might ask to be considered for the new job . ", Why are you considering trying for it ? Why are you considering trying for it ? ," I think that I might like it , but I am still thinking about it . " " I think that I might like it , but I am still thinking about it . ", What is it about this job that appeals to you ? What is it about this job that appeals to you ? , I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved . I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved . ," Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider . " " Yes , you could be right . There is a lot to consider . ", I am also wondering about the pay . I am also wondering about the pay . , Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ? Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth ? , I am thinking that might be the case . I am thinking that might be the case . , I think you should give it a shot . What do you have to lose ? You can always change your mind . "Kelly , the guys and I think you should run for senior class president . ", Me ? Why me ? Why not you ? Me ? Why me ? Why not you ? , We talked to our older brothers and sisters last night and got the scoop on what that job is all about . We talked to our older brothers and sisters last night and got the scoop on what that job is all about . , And you think I fit the qualifications ? And you think I fit the qualifications ? , Yes . Did you know that the senior class president works for the class for life ? The job doesn't stop when we graduate . Yes . Did you know that the senior class president works for the class for life ? The job doesn't stop when we graduate . , Really ? What is there to do after we graduate ? Really ? What is there to do after we graduate ? , Every class reunion is organized by the president and council and anything our class does for the school in later years is headed by the president . Every class reunion is organized by the president and council and anything our class does for the school in later years is headed by the president . , I'm honored that you think I would be qualified . But I would really have to think about this first . "Good morning , I made an appointment with Dr . Smith , but I have to change it . "," When you made your appointment , what day did you choose ? " " When you made your appointment , what day did you choose ? ", My appointment was on Wednesday . My appointment was on Wednesday . , At what time was that appointment ? At what time was that appointment ? , It was for 4 It was for 4 , I can see the appointment that you had . What day do you need to change to ? I can see the appointment that you had . What day do you need to change to ? , I want to change to next Tuesday . I want to change to next Tuesday . , What time would you prefer ? What time would you prefer ? , I would prefer three o ’ clock in the afternoon . I would prefer three o ’ clock in the afternoon . , I will put you down for that time . Thank you for calling to reschedule . Did you get the car you wanted ? , No . Someone had stolen a march on me and bought it . No . Someone had stolen a march on me and bought it . , What about the car over there ? What about the car over there ? ," It is marvelous , and the price is marvelous , as well . " May I take your drink order while you are looking over your menu ? ," Yes , do you have a wine list ? " " Yes , do you have a wine list ? ", The wine list is on the second page of your menu . The wine list is on the second page of your menu . , Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant ? Do you have mixed drinks in this restaurant ? ," Yes , we have a full bar here . " " Yes , we have a full bar here . ", I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ? I am not sure what I want . Do you have any house specials ? ," Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas . " " Actually , we are famous for our Cuervo Gold margaritas . ", That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those . That sounds good ! Please bring me one of those . , Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ? Would you like that drink blended or on the rocks ? , I would like it blended . I would like it blended . , Would you like it with salt or no salt ? Would you like it with salt or no salt ? ," I would like my margarita with no salt , thank you . " I ’ m Miss Sherman . What seems to be the problem ? ," Well , apparently I ’ Ve run up quite a bill . I was under the impression that the Junior Executive Holiday Package only cost 250 dollars per night . I ’ Ve just been informed that it ’ s actually 500 do " " Well , apparently I ’ Ve run up quite a bill . I was under the impression that the Junior Executive Holiday Package only cost 250 dollars per night . I ’ Ve just been informed that it ’ s actually 500 do "," That ’ s true . For the Junior Executive Room ... three nights ... yes , your bill should be $ 1,500 " " That ’ s true . For the Junior Executive Room ... three nights ... yes , your bill should be $ 1,500 ", But I definitely was led to believe that a three-night stay would be $ 750 . But I definitely was led to believe that a three-night stay would be $ 750 . , The advertised rate is based on double occupancy . The advertised rate is based on double occupancy . ," When I booked the room , your staff didn ’ t mention this . And the brochure and your promotional mailings do not mention that . " " When I booked the room , your staff didn ’ t mention this . And the brochure and your promotional mailings do not mention that . ", Are you quite sure ? Are you quite sure ? , Yes . Have a look . Yes . Have a look . ," I see . I had no idea our advertising was so misleading . It is here , but it ’ s in the fine print on the last page . " " I see . I had no idea our advertising was so misleading . It is here , but it ’ s in the fine print on the last page . ", Perhaps you could arrange to provide me with a new bill that reflects the advertised rate . Perhaps you could arrange to provide me with a new bill that reflects the advertised rate . ," Normally I couldn ’ t do that . But under the circumstances , I ’ ll see what I can arrange.Customer satisfaction is our primary aim . " " Normally I couldn ’ t do that . But under the circumstances , I ’ ll see what I can arrange.Customer satisfaction is our primary aim . ", Thank you . "Hello , I have a reservation for a double . ", What's your last name ? What's your last name ? , It's Smith . Here is my driver's license . It's Smith . Here is my driver's license . ," Yes , I do show your reservation . How could you like to pay for the room ? " " Yes , I do show your reservation . How could you like to pay for the room ? ", I'd like to put it on my VISA . I'd like to put it on my VISA . ," Fine . Here is your room key , here is also a map of our hotel . The swimming pool , gym and sauna are all located on first floor . " " Fine . Here is your room key , here is also a map of our hotel . The swimming pool , gym and sauna are all located on first floor . "," Great , is our room ready yet ? " " Great , is our room ready yet ? "," Yes . If you want to order room service , just press 0 on your phone , and that will connect you with the front desk . " "Good morning , sir . ", Good morning . I'd like a business suit made with this material . Good morning . I'd like a business suit made with this material . , Do you have a particular style in mind ? Do you have a particular style in mind ? ," The kind that never goes out of fashion , I guess . " " The kind that never goes out of fashion , I guess . ", I think you should realize that even the most conservative style changes . I think you should realize that even the most conservative style changes . , I'm sure you're right . I just dread the idea of making a new suit every year . I'm sure you're right . I just dread the idea of making a new suit every year . , The changes are usually not that dramatic . We just got some pictures of the latest fashion . Would you like to take a look ? The changes are usually not that dramatic . We just got some pictures of the latest fashion . Would you like to take a look ? , Good . I think I'll choose this single breasted one . When can I get it ? Good . I think I'll choose this single breasted one . When can I get it ? , Next Friday . Next Friday . , Thank you . Do you have any more questions ? ," No , sir . " " No , sir . "," Let's call it a day then.Good - bye , everyone . " " Let's call it a day then.Good - bye , everyone . "," Good-bye , sir " Hello . Smith ’ s Resident . ," Hello . This is the operator . Can I speak to Mr . Smith , please ? " " Hello . This is the operator . Can I speak to Mr . Smith , please ? ", This is Mr . Smith . This is Mr . Smith . , I have a collect call for you from Jennifer . Will you accept the charges ? I have a collect call for you from Jennifer . Will you accept the charges ? ," Yes , I ’ ll pay for the call . Put her through , please . " " Yes , I ’ ll pay for the call . Put her through , please . ", Okay . Thanks . "Oh , the bus is gone . ", Pity we didn't catch it . Pity we didn't catch it . , I'm afraid we have to wait for the next bus . I'm afraid we have to wait for the next bus . , We have to wait six more minutes ! "Spring Festival is the most important festival in China , isn't it ? "," Yes , that's true . " " Yes , that's true . ", How long is the holiday ? How long is the holiday ? , It depends.But usually it's about 15 days . It depends.But usually it's about 15 days . , Do you eat any special food for the festival ? Do you eat any special food for the festival ? ," Yes , dumpling is a must.There is also other food.For example , people eat chicken for good luck . " " Yes , dumpling is a must.There is also other food.For example , people eat chicken for good luck . "," That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ? " " That's interesting . I'm told the Chinese firework is very beautiful , isn't it ? "," Yes , it's really wonderful ! " " Yes , it's really wonderful ! "," Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing . " " Oh , great ! I hope I can spend this Spring Festival with you here in Beijing . ", I'm sure you'll have a good time . "Mr . Wang , I've had scheduled for your two days stay in Shanghai . You can make some changes if it does not suit you . ", All right . Please read it to me . All right . Please read it to me . ," On Friday morning , Mr . Wang , the director of Shanghai Research Institute , will visit you at the hotel . In the afternoon , you will discuss some problems with Mr . Yang , vice manager of computer corporation . " " On Friday morning , Mr . Wang , the director of Shanghai Research Institute , will visit you at the hotel . In the afternoon , you will discuss some problems with Mr . Yang , vice manager of computer corporation . ", Very good . Very good . ," On Saturday , you'll leave the hotel for sightseeing . Miss Lu will be your guide . " " On Saturday , you'll leave the hotel for sightseeing . Miss Lu will be your guide . "," Oh , that's great . " Hello . I want to purchase an old music box . , We have a good variety . What decade would you like ? We have a good variety . What decade would you like ? , I was hoping I could find something made in the ' 20s . I was hoping I could find something made in the ' 20s . , There are six on this table . There are six on this table . , I hope at least one of them has dancing figures . I hope at least one of them has dancing figures . , Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures . Many people like the dancing figures . Two of our boxes have the figures . , So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one . So hard to choose . I think I'll take this one . , That one will bring you many hours of pleasure . That one will bring you many hours of pleasure . , Does a warranty come with this music box ? Does a warranty come with this music box ? ," I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own . " " I'm sorry , but if it breaks down , you're on your own . ", I just thought I would ask . I just thought I would ask . ," When you buy a Model T , you can't expect a warranty . " "Taylor , you're looking a little pale . Are you sure you want to hand out nametags ? ", Do I have a choice ? You said the guy who was supposed to do it didn't show . Do I have a choice ? You said the guy who was supposed to do it didn't show . ," True . Keep up the good work . Hello , welcome to the reunion of the Class of ' 93 . " " True . Keep up the good work . Hello , welcome to the reunion of the Class of ' 93 . "," Just come over here , sir . First you need to sign in and get your photo nametag . " " Just come over here , sir . First you need to sign in and get your photo nametag . ", And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book . And don't forget to put in an order for your reunion memory book . , Would you like to donate to our alumni fund ? I'll talk to you later . , What's the rush ? What's the rush ? , I have to get off the phone now . I have to get off the phone now . , I'm not ready to get off the phone with you . I'm not ready to get off the phone with you . , There are other things I need to take care of . There are other things I need to take care of . , What is it that you need to do ? What is it that you need to do ? , Please don't be nosey . Please don't be nosey . ," I'm not being nosey , it's just a question . " " I'm not being nosey , it's just a question . ", You don't need to worry about that . You don't need to worry about that . , That was mean to say . That was mean to say . ," I am very sorry , but I must go . " " I am very sorry , but I must go . ", I guess . "We are going to need confirmation on these orders today , and delivery must be made before next Tuesday . Do you think you can handle that ? "," We are willing to work with you , but do you think it would be possible to extend your confirmation deadline ? We need to check the warehouse to make sure the products are in stock . The earliest I will be to get back to you is tomorrow morning . " " We are willing to work with you , but do you think it would be possible to extend your confirmation deadline ? We need to check the warehouse to make sure the products are in stock . The earliest I will be to get back to you is tomorrow morning . "," No , I must know today because we have to go to press for the advertisements . Is there anyway you can speed up the process of checking inventory ? " " No , I must know today because we have to go to press for the advertisements . Is there anyway you can speed up the process of checking inventory ? "," We can do that , but it will cost ... If we have to check our inventory with all our guys on overtime , you're looking at an increased cost of , I'd say , maybe 10 % . " " We can do that , but it will cost ... If we have to check our inventory with all our guys on overtime , you're looking at an increased cost of , I'd say , maybe 10 % . ", Are you kidding ? Are you kidding ? ," No , and let me tell you why ... If I make my guys stay over to check the inventory , I'll have to pay them at an overtime rate , which is time and a half . I estimate it will probably take 3 guys two hours to finish , that will be an increase on your labor fee by at least 10 % ... if you need the numbers that urgently , I can have them do it . Otherwise , we can wait until tomorrow morning , and I'll call you with the numbers after they're done . It's your call ... " Will you go with us this Sunday ? , What for ? What for ? , Let's go and play volleyball . Let's go and play volleyball . ," Sorry , I don't feel like playing . I have too much homework . " Jim . I heard you got a promotion ! ," Yeah , I ’ m going to be running the Walker Avenue Branch . " " Yeah , I ’ m going to be running the Walker Avenue Branch . "," Congratulations , guy . " " Congratulations , guy . ", Thanks . I appreciate it . The sun is up ! Time for all the campers to rise . Time to get paddling . ," Oh , no ! No more paddling ! My arms are sore ! " " Oh , no ! No more paddling ! My arms are sore ! ", Do not worry . Today will be easier . Do not worry . Today will be easier . ," Beth , what date is today ? " " Beth , what date is today ? ", Today is Saturday . Today is Saturday . , What is the date today ? What is the date today ? , Today is July 4th . Today is July 4th . ," Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday . " " Oh , i almost forgot . Today is my mom's birthday . ", Call her on my cell phone . Wish her “ Happy Birthday ! ” Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day . Call her on my cell phone . Wish her “ Happy Birthday ! ” Tell her you are out exploring the great American wilderness . Tell her I said she is lucky to be born on Independence Day . , Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ? Thanks ! I will do that ! When is your birthday ? , It is December 25th . It is December 25th . , Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day . Wow ! What a lucky girl ! Your birthday is on Christmas Day . ," Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ’ s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ? " " Yes , I am lucky . I was born on Christ ’ s birthday . Maybe that is why I usually go to church on Sundays . When is your birthday ? "," April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too ! " " April 2nd . I missed being a target of a lot of jokes by one day . I guess I am lucky , too ! "," That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast . " " That is true ! Here , have some Granola for breakfast . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6 " " After eating , we will take down our tent . Then we will pack everything into the canoe , We can shove off by 6 ", I guess so . I guess so . , How about going for swim around 10 How about going for swim around 10 , That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated . That should work out great . You are miracle worker ! You have got me awake and motivated . , Happy Independence Day ! Hey ! How was your first day of class ? I ’ m in level two and I ’ m loving my class this semester ! It ’ s great being in a class of international students ! ," Mine was ok , except that no one in my class speaks English . I guess it will force me to converse in Chinese more in class so at least I should improve a lot this semester . " " Mine was ok , except that no one in my class speaks English . I guess it will force me to converse in Chinese more in class so at least I should improve a lot this semester . "," That ’ s both fortunate and unfortunate . It ’ s the United Nations in my class ! We have people from all over the world ! There are three Germans , a Pole , a Scottish , two French , an American , a Brazilian , a Chilean , a New Zealander , though he prefers to call himself a Kiwi . Who else do we have ? Oh , we also have a Moroccan , a Togolese , a Pakistani , and two Indonesians ! " " That ’ s both fortunate and unfortunate . It ’ s the United Nations in my class ! We have people from all over the world ! There are three Germans , a Pole , a Scottish , two French , an American , a Brazilian , a Chilean , a New Zealander , though he prefers to call himself a Kiwi . Who else do we have ? Oh , we also have a Moroccan , a Togolese , a Pakistani , and two Indonesians ! "," That ’ s quite the array of nationalities . Everyone in my class is from Asia , except me . There are a few South Koreans , several Japanese , Malaysian , Thai , Singaporean , Filipino , Kazakhstan , and one Russian . " " That ’ s quite the array of nationalities . Everyone in my class is from Asia , except me . There are a few South Koreans , several Japanese , Malaysian , Thai , Singaporean , Filipino , Kazakhstan , and one Russian . "," Well , I think you ’ re pretty lucky actually . You ’ ll have the opportunity to learn so much about Asian culture . " " Well , I think you ’ re pretty lucky actually . You ’ ll have the opportunity to learn so much about Asian culture . "," I guess so , but I think it ’ s going to be hard to relate to my classmates , especially with the language barrier . I think I might change classes . " " I guess so , but I think it ’ s going to be hard to relate to my classmates , especially with the language barrier . I think I might change classes . ", Don ’ t ! Stay the course ! Your spoken Chinese will be eternally grateful . I bet you it will even surpass mine with all that practice . Don ’ t ! Stay the course ! Your spoken Chinese will be eternally grateful . I bet you it will even surpass mine with all that practice . , I highly doubt it . Your girlfriend is Chinese . I highly doubt it . Your girlfriend is Chinese . ," Well , there is that , yes . " "I don ’ t understand why you always look so happy , so energetic . It seems like you ’ Ve got good news everyday . ", Really ? Do I look happy all the time ? Really ? Do I look happy all the time ? , All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers . All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers . ," Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ’ s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive ! " " Oh , do you know why ? Actually , it ’ s easy . Because I always exercise . My exercise , I think , is very hard . I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties . I feel alive ! "," Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you . " " Oh , I know . I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus 5 and some students trying to imitate you . "," Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ’ s difficult and boring . " " Yeah , they are doing it for fun . Seldom would people like my exercise . It ’ s difficult and boring . ", It ’ s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week . It ’ s true . Many students do the exercise when they have to . We have P . E . once a week . , But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ’ t students want to have a good memory ? But I think Chinese students need to exercise more . Besides exercise will help them learn new things better . Don ’ t students want to have a good memory ? , Of course . I didn ’ t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ? Of course . I didn ’ t know that . I only know exercise makes bodies stronger . I should take some exercise then . Do you have any suggestions ? ," Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first . " " Well , do what you like to do . It can be anything . Jogging , doing aerobics , going bicycling , and playing ping-pong . Absolutely anything . Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you . But remember to do some stretches first . "," Oh , I know . Thank you . " can I use your laptop for a while ? ," sure , go ahead . " " sure , go ahead . "," oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ? " " oh , isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable ? "," yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around . " " yes , it is . You want go online ? there are no wi-fi hotspots around . "," oh my , no internet access is killing me . " " oh my , no internet access is killing me . "," can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like . " " can't you wait till you get home ? then you can surf the internet using the broadband , wireless connection or whatever you like . "," no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends . " " no , I'm not feeling myself . I just want to check my emails , visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends . "," now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation . " " now I see , you must be suffering from discomgoogolation . ", what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me . what does that mean ? there's nothing wrong with me . ," well , the term "" discomgoogolation "" comes from "" discombobulate "" and "" google "" . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web . " " well , the term "" discomgoogolation "" comes from "" discombobulate "" and "" google "" . Because floods of information are just a mouse click away , net users are very likely to become addicted to the web . ", that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy . that's alright . I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information . It almost drives me crazy . ," then , you're probably addicted . " Tell me why you saw the movie twice . , I think it's the most successful film in scene-setting and music . I think it's the most successful film in scene-setting and music . , You bet it . "I know you're sleepy and I hate to bother you , but I think you're late for work . "," Oh , no . I forgot to turn the alarm clock on ! " " Oh , no . I forgot to turn the alarm clock on ! ", Don't worry . I can give you a lift . Don't worry . I can give you a lift . , Thank you . You save me . "Hi , how are you ? "," I'm fine , thanks . Just trying to get adjusted . It's hard to keep track of everything around here . " " I'm fine , thanks . Just trying to get adjusted . It's hard to keep track of everything around here . "," That's for sure . You're new , too , huh ? " " That's for sure . You're new , too , huh ? ", Yeah . I just got here a couple of days ago . How about you ? I really think if I can get my foot in the door at this company it will do wonders for my career . Do you think you can help me polish my interview style ? , Sure . Doing your homework and preparing for an interview really pays off . Sure . Doing your homework and preparing for an interview really pays off . , I ’ Ve researched the company and think I ’ m perfect for the job but I ’ m not sure how to get it across to them . I ’ Ve researched the company and think I ’ m perfect for the job but I ’ m not sure how to get it across to them . ," Well first you have to have more confidence.Employers look for people who are interested , enthusiastic and sure of themselves . " " Well first you have to have more confidence.Employers look for people who are interested , enthusiastic and sure of themselves . ", I know I have what it takes but Im worried that my work experience won ’ t sufficient . Should I inflate my experience ? I know I have what it takes but Im worried that my work experience won ’ t sufficient . Should I inflate my experience ? ," No , you should always be upfront and honest about your weaknesses . However by focusing on your strong points and maintaining a positive attitude about your abilities , you can take the attention " Here is my ticket and seat assignment . ," Thank you . That way , PLS . " " Thank you . That way , PLS . "," May I have a pillow and blanket , PLS ? " " May I have a pillow and blanket , PLS ? ", An attendant will pass them around after we take off . An attendant will pass them around after we take off . , May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ? May I have headphones for the in-flight movie ? , No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ? No problem . Here are your headphones . Do you want something to drink ? ," Thanks , a coke , PLS . " Where are you going ? ," Take me to the center station , please " " Take me to the center station , please "," OK , here we go . " " OK , here we go . ", Do you think you can get me there seven thirty ? Do you think you can get me there seven thirty ? , We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam . We shouldn't have any trouble if we don't get stuck in the traffic jam . , Hope we have good luck . Hope we have good luck . ," Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8.15 $ , please . " " Here we are , you still get plenty of time . That's 8.15 $ , please . "," Thank you very much . Here's 10 $ , keep the change , please . " "Hello Mrs Parker , how have you been ? ", Hello Dr Peters . Just fine thank you . Ricky and I are here for his vaccines . Hello Dr Peters . Just fine thank you . Ricky and I are here for his vaccines . ," Very well . Let's see , according to his vaccination record , Ricky has received his Polio , Tetanus and Hepatitis B shots . He is 14 months old , so he is due for Hepatitis A , Chickenpox and Measles shots . " " Very well . Let's see , according to his vaccination record , Ricky has received his Polio , Tetanus and Hepatitis B shots . He is 14 months old , so he is due for Hepatitis A , Chickenpox and Measles shots . ", What about Rubella and Mumps ? What about Rubella and Mumps ? ," Well , I can only give him these for now , and after a couple of weeks I can administer the rest . " " Well , I can only give him these for now , and after a couple of weeks I can administer the rest . "," OK , great . Doctor , I think I also may need a Tetanus booster . Last time I got it was maybe fifteen years ago ! " " OK , great . Doctor , I think I also may need a Tetanus booster . Last time I got it was maybe fifteen years ago ! "," We will check our records and I'll have the nurse administer and the booster as well . Now , please hold Ricky's arm tight , this may sting a little . " What's the temperature today ? , It's about 5 degrees centigrade . It's about 5 degrees centigrade . , What's the weather forecast for tomorrow ? What's the weather forecast for tomorrow ? , The weatherman says it's going to snow tomorrow . The weatherman says it's going to snow tomorrow . , Are you used to the climate here ? Are you used to the climate here ? , I think I'll soon get used to it . I think I'll soon get used to it . , What is the average temperature of Beijing ? What is the average temperature of Beijing ? ," lt's about 180C , but in winter the temperature may fall to 10-15 degrees below zero . And we have a long winter . " " lt's about 180C , but in winter the temperature may fall to 10-15 degrees below zero . And we have a long winter . ", Which season do you like best ? Which season do you like best ? , I prefer spring when little by little everything becomes green and the weather is almost always nice . "When we get paid for this assignment , you get US $ 2 , TOO , and I get US $ 3,000 . "," Hey , that's not fair . I did as much work as you . " " Hey , that's not fair . I did as much work as you . "," Okay , okay , we'll split it 50/50 . " ( Before Christmas Party ) Are you ready for the Christmas party tonight , Almost . I have to get dressed . It's a formal party and I have special party make up ! Almost . I have to get dressed . It's a formal party and I have special party make up ! , Use this lipstick and it will make your lips shine ! Use this lipstick and it will make your lips shine ! ," Great ! Uh , remember that there's a gift exchange , too . We all have to bring a gift . " " Great ! Uh , remember that there's a gift exchange , too . We all have to bring a gift . ", I've already got mine . I've already got mine . , ( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents ! ( At the Party ) It's Christmas Eve ! Time to open presents ! , Here ! Open mine first . Here ! Open mine first . , Wow ! It's just what I wanted ! Wow ! It's just what I wanted ! , Hey ! Why don't I have any presents ! May I please speak to Tom ? , Tom has gone to lunch . Tom has gone to lunch . , I'll just try him again . I'll just try him again . , Do you want me to have him give you a call ? Do you want me to have him give you a call ? ," No , but what time do you expect him back ? " " No , but what time do you expect him back ? ", He should be back in about forty minutes . "What ’ s wrong with you , Mr . Polly ? ", What ’ s wrong ? I want a break from this horrible job . What ’ s wrong ? I want a break from this horrible job . ," Then , buy a bottle of soft drink . " " Then , buy a bottle of soft drink . ", Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop ? Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop ? ," It ’ s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now . " " It ’ s a problem , because my boss is in that shop now . "," Ok , I will go there myself . " " Ok , I will go there myself . "," Sorry , Mr . Polly . " " Sorry , Mr . Polly . "," It doesn ’ t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ? " " It doesn ’ t matter . Oh , God , I have only four dollars in my wallet . Is that possible for me to buy one ? ", Have a try . "Are you alright , child ? "," Hey , I still know my name . " " Hey , I still know my name . ", What did the nurse say ? What did the nurse say ? , She said I have a fever but nothing major . She said I have a fever but nothing major . ," In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest . " " In that case , you should go home and get plenty of rest . ", What if this small fever turns into a big fever ? What if this small fever turns into a big fever ? , Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you . I hear that you have been promoted . Congratulations on your promotion ! ," Thank you , but I hate having to leave here and working abroad . " " Thank you , but I hate having to leave here and working abroad . ", When are you going ? When are you going ? , Sometime next month . Can I help you with something ? , I need to cancel one of my accounts . I need to cancel one of my accounts . , Is there a problem with it ? Is there a problem with it ? , I don ’ t need it anymore . I don ’ t need it anymore . , What would you like to do with all the money in this account ? What would you like to do with all the money in this account ? , Just transfer it over to my remaining account . Just transfer it over to my remaining account . , I can do that . I can do that . , That would be great . That would be great . , Do you want to take any money out ? Do you want to take any money out ? , Not today . Not today . , It ’ s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account . It ’ s going to take a moment for me to cancel your account . , That ’ s fine . Take your time . I want to take part in the bus tour . When does the bus leave ? ," Let me see , in 5 minuets . " " Let me see , in 5 minuets . ", That's fine . I don't have much time to waste . That's fine . I don't have much time to waste . , Don't worry . The bus tour is really worth while . You can enjoy the whole city in a single day . Don't worry . The bus tour is really worth while . You can enjoy the whole city in a single day . , How long does the tour last ? How long does the tour last ? ," It lasts 4 hours , from 10:00 to 14:00 " All of my friends are going out to the lake tonight and I'm going too ! , Over my dead body you are ! "Hi , do you have any tickets for the show tonight ? "," Sorry , it ’ s all sold out . " " Sorry , it ’ s all sold out . "," Well , do you have any for tomorrow ? " " Well , do you have any for tomorrow ? ", We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m . We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m . , Ok . I ’ ll take it . Ok . I ’ ll take it . , Where would you like to sit ? Where would you like to sit ? ," Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes . " " Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes . ", Certainly . "Hello , this is Julie from Google Corp . Is that Jin Lili ? "," Yes , this is Jin Lili . What can I do for you " " Yes , this is Jin Lili . What can I do for you ", I am calling to impart the news that you are supposed to have an interview . I am calling to impart the news that you are supposed to have an interview . , There is too much static on the line . There is too much static on the line . , I said that you are supposed to have an interview . I said that you are supposed to have an interview . , Pardon ? I can hardly hear you . I will call you later . "Julia , will you be my wife ? "," I'm sorry , Steven . " " I'm sorry , Steven . "," Please , Julia , I have made proposal to you five times . I really want to share the rest of my life with you . " " Please , Julia , I have made proposal to you five times . I really want to share the rest of my life with you . ", I know . But I ’ m not ready for married life yet . I know . But I ’ m not ready for married life yet . ," Julia , I really love you . I hope I can stay with you no matter you are happy or sad in future . " " Julia , I really love you . I hope I can stay with you no matter you are happy or sad in future . ", Your way does touch my heart . Your way does touch my heart . ," So , will you marry me ? " " So , will you marry me ? ", I want to think of it for some time . What is wrong with Peter ? He sure looks unhappy . ," His girlfriend dumped him , and he is tearing his heart out over her . " " His girlfriend dumped him , and he is tearing his heart out over her . ", How foolish he is . The girl is inviting . She often makes a pass at boys . How foolish he is . The girl is inviting . She often makes a pass at boys . ," Love is blind , you know . " Your brand new car is so excellent . I like it very much . , Let ’ s go for a joy ride . "Come to think of it , you should get out your English books and catch up on your reading assignments . ", But I don't have any reading assignments . But I don't have any reading assignments . , Then review for your test . You'll do even better . And maybe reading will help you get to sleep . Then review for your test . You'll do even better . And maybe reading will help you get to sleep . ," Aw , Mom-you're such a drag . " " Aw , Mom-you're such a drag . "," You say that now , Lily , but you'll thank me later . I'm your mom , and mother knows best . " What are you here for today ? , I need to fight this ticket that I got . I need to fight this ticket that I got . , Is the arresting officer here ? Is the arresting officer here ? ," Yes , he is , Your Honor . " " Yes , he is , Your Honor . ", Plead your case . Plead your case . , I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true . I was told by the officer that I ran a red light . That information isn't true . , Why would the officer lie ? Why would the officer lie ? ," I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it . " " I'm not sure , but the signal had a camera on it . ", Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ? Did the camera take a picture of your license plate ? ," No , my picture wasn't taken . " " No , my picture wasn't taken . "," There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go . " " There was no picture taken , so I'll let you go . "," Thank you very much , Your Honor . " Were you around when the robbery happened ? ," Yes , I was . " " Yes , I was . ", Could you explain what you saw ? Could you explain what you saw ? , I was in the bank at the time of the robbery . I was in the bank at the time of the robbery . , What did you see ? What did you see ? , I saw a man come in with a gun . I saw a man come in with a gun . , Did you see his face ? Did you see his face ? , No . He had a mask on . No . He had a mask on . , Did he come in with anyone else ? Did he come in with anyone else ? , He was by himself . He was by himself . , Would you come down to the station for further questioning ? Would you come down to the station for further questioning ? , That shouldn't be a problem . Do you want to talk with John with tongue ? ," No , tell him I'm tied up . " " No , tell him I'm tied up . ", When should I tell him to call back ? When should I tell him to call back ? , Tell him to call me tomorrow morning . Tell him to call me tomorrow morning . , All right . All right . , Thank you . "Ant Shirley , it's being years since we last met . How were you doing in the passing years ? ", Pretty well . What about you ? Pretty well . What about you ? , Fine . Where are the other guys ? Fine . Where are the other guys ? , It's a bit disappointing that they are all out for a movie . It's a bit disappointing that they are all out for a movie . , Bad timing . I want to see them so much . How are they ? Bad timing . I want to see them so much . How are they ? ," Not bad . I heard you are going to graduate this coming summer , right ? " " Not bad . I heard you are going to graduate this coming summer , right ? "," Yes , that's why I'm here . I'm thinking about buying a second-hand apartment . " " Yes , that's why I'm here . I'm thinking about buying a second-hand apartment . ", Did you go to a real estate agent ? Did you go to a real estate agent ? ," No , that will be too expensive . " " No , that will be too expensive . "," That's true . By the way , what kind of apartment are you looking for ? " " That's true . By the way , what kind of apartment are you looking for ? ", My first job's salary will be a bit low . So the cheaper the better . Just one I can afford . My first job's salary will be a bit low . So the cheaper the better . Just one I can afford . , Sure . I'll try my best to find a satisfying one for you . Sure . I'll try my best to find a satisfying one for you . , I'll appreciate it so much . "How can I help you today , Alice ? "," Well , I came to talk to you because I want to apply for a scholarship . " " Well , I came to talk to you because I want to apply for a scholarship . "," Oh , good . You're an excellent student . I'd be very willing to help you with that . " " Oh , good . You're an excellent student . I'd be very willing to help you with that . "," Thanks . I really appreciate it.In fact , I do need a letter of recommendation for this scholarship . " " Thanks . I really appreciate it.In fact , I do need a letter of recommendation for this scholarship . ", What kind of scholarship is it ? What kind of scholarship is it ? , It's an undergraduate scholarship offered by the American Minority Students Scholarship Association . I'm eligible for it because I'm Asian American . It's an undergraduate scholarship offered by the American Minority Students Scholarship Association . I'm eligible for it because I'm Asian American . ," Fine . I know about that scholarship.You have to be a student in your junior year , and you have to have a grade point average of 3.7 or higher . " " Fine . I know about that scholarship.You have to be a student in your junior year , and you have to have a grade point average of 3.7 or higher . "," I'm a junior now , and my GPA is 3.92 . " " I'm a junior now , and my GPA is 3.92 . ", Excellent . So you'll have a good chance of getting it . Excellent . So you'll have a good chance of getting it . ," Well , I hope so . The competition is probably pretty heavy.And they want a writing sample too . " " Well , I hope so . The competition is probably pretty heavy.And they want a writing sample too . ", Do you have an essay you want to send them ? Do you have an essay you want to send them ? ," No , they want a special essay . I must write an essay on a particular question they pose . " " No , they want a special essay . I must write an essay on a particular question they pose . ", What is the question ? What is the question ? ," They give applicants a topic.The topic is , The Place of Ethnic Minorities in a Democratic Society.My essay must be three pages typed and double-spaced . " " They give applicants a topic.The topic is , The Place of Ethnic Minorities in a Democratic Society.My essay must be three pages typed and double-spaced . ", That's a pretty short essay . That's a pretty short essay . ," Yes , but I need to write it by next week . " " Yes , but I need to write it by next week . ", Good luck . I'm sure you will do a good job . Good luck . I'm sure you will do a good job . ," I came here today to talk to you because ... Well , I need to ask two favors . " " I came here today to talk to you because ... Well , I need to ask two favors . ", Sure . What are they ? Sure . What are they ? ," First , I need a letter of recommendation . " " First , I need a letter of recommendation . ", I'd be happy to write one for you . I'd be happy to write one for you . ," And second ... Well , I'm not sure if it's normal . " " And second ... Well , I'm not sure if it's normal . ", What is it ? Do you want me to read your essay ? What is it ? Do you want me to read your essay ? ," Yes , if you could . I mean , if you could read it to make sure there are no mistakes.Or maybe you'd have some suggestions . " " Yes , if you could . I mean , if you could read it to make sure there are no mistakes.Or maybe you'd have some suggestions . ", Of course I could read it . That's no problem . But you need to get it to me soon . Of course I could read it . That's no problem . But you need to get it to me soon . , I will . I want to write the first draft tonight.So I could bring it tomorrow morning . I will . I want to write the first draft tonight.So I could bring it tomorrow morning . ," Alright . If you can bring it to me tomorrow morning , I can talk with you after class on Friday.So I'll have some feedback for you before the weekend . " " Alright . If you can bring it to me tomorrow morning , I can talk with you after class on Friday.So I'll have some feedback for you before the weekend . ", That would really help me a lot . I'm very grateful . That would really help me a lot . I'm very grateful . , Don't mention it . I'm always willing to help good students . It will do you good to go out for entertainment at weekends.What kind of movie do you like best ? ," It's hard to say , I like interesting and significant ones . I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not . " " It's hard to say , I like interesting and significant ones . I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not . ", Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening ? Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening ? ," Very good , What's on ? " " Very good , What's on ? ", I'm not sure . Let me give a call to find out . "Congratulations , Francis . Your hard working finally pays off . I am so happy for your promotion . "," Thanks , Monica . Without support from you and other colleagues , I would not have made it . " " Thanks , Monica . Without support from you and other colleagues , I would not have made it . "," I hope I could get promoted some day . Tell me about your experience , ok ? " " I hope I could get promoted some day . Tell me about your experience , ok ? "," Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ’ t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful . " " Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ’ t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful . ", How do you think if I volunteer for some work ? How do you think if I volunteer for some work ? , I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives . Waiter . , Would you like anything else ? Would you like anything else ? ," No , thanks . Please bring us the bill . " " No , thanks . Please bring us the bill . ", All right . And do you want to separate bills or just one single bill ? All right . And do you want to separate bills or just one single bill ? ," Separate bills , please . " " Separate bills , please . ", Here is your bill . It comes to 80 yuan . And yours is 60 yuan . Here is your bill . It comes to 80 yuan . And yours is 60 yuan . , Here you are . Thank you What would be a good day to finally move into the house ? , You can pick up your keys on Tuesday night . When you actually move in is up to you . You can pick up your keys on Tuesday night . When you actually move in is up to you . ," Will the electricity and water be on , or do we need to do something to get it turned on ? " " Will the electricity and water be on , or do we need to do something to get it turned on ? ", Make sure that you transfer the utilities to your name and tell them when you will be moving in . Make sure that you transfer the utilities to your name and tell them when you will be moving in . ," The carpet needs to be cleaned , and I want to paint the walls a different color . " " The carpet needs to be cleaned , and I want to paint the walls a different color . ", An empty house is easier to paint and clean . Take a few days to take care of those things before you start moving your furniture in . An empty house is easier to paint and clean . Take a few days to take care of those things before you start moving your furniture in . , I want my appliances to be delivered as we are moving into the house . I want my appliances to be delivered as we are moving into the house . , I think that will work out just fine . It will help when you move your groceries in and need to keep them cold . I think that will work out just fine . It will help when you move your groceries in and need to keep them cold . , Would you be willing to help me do a few things on the day I move in ? Would you be willing to help me do a few things on the day I move in ? , My grandmother needs me to help her trim her roses that day . "Waiter , get me rag , please . I have just spilled my wine . ", Let me help you . Let me help you . , Thank you . Please bring me some paper napkins . Thank you . Please bring me some paper napkins . , Here you are . Here you are . , I think I should be more careful next time . I want a pair of enameled leather shoes in size 30 . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , The heel is a little tight . The heel is a little tight . ," It doesn't matter , sir . Shoes will stretch a bit with use . " " It doesn't matter , sir . Shoes will stretch a bit with use . ", Really ? I will take it . Welcome back . , It's good to be home . I think it is time to study . Our chemistry exam is coming . ," Oh , I know . When is it ? " " Oh , I know . When is it ? ", December 1st . December 1st . , What's on the test ? What's on the test ? , It seems to be from chapter six to chapter ten . It seems to be from chapter six to chapter ten . , Well . I think I'm going to fail my chemistry exam . Well . I think I'm going to fail my chemistry exam . , Why are you so pessimistic ? Why are you so pessimistic ? , I'm not being pessimistic . I'm being realistic . My chemistry is so bad . I'm not being pessimistic . I'm being realistic . My chemistry is so bad . , I believe you can pass the exam with good preparation . Don't lose your heart . I believe you can pass the exam with good preparation . Don't lose your heart . , Thank you . That's very nice of you . "Henry , I want to ask you something . ", Say what you want to say . Say what you want to say . ," You see . The wage is not paid yet , I am wondering if you could possibly lend me some money . " " You see . The wage is not paid yet , I am wondering if you could possibly lend me some money . ", I am sorry . But I do not have any money to lend to you . Did you get my email ? , I certainly did . Do you want to come in and give me some feedback about your weekend ? I certainly did . Do you want to come in and give me some feedback about your weekend ? , Sure . Sure . , How did the business trip go ? How did the business trip go ? ," Well , to be honest , nothing is more stressful than going on a business trip with our boss . " " Well , to be honest , nothing is more stressful than going on a business trip with our boss . "," I understand . The last time I went on a business trip with the boss , I didn't even have enough to eat ! " " I understand . The last time I went on a business trip with the boss , I didn't even have enough to eat ! ", I also think the company is pretty cheap with travel expenses . I spent half of the weekend on a train ! Surely they could have afforded to buy a few plane tickets ! I also think the company is pretty cheap with travel expenses . I spent half of the weekend on a train ! Surely they could have afforded to buy a few plane tickets ! , Our company is quite conscious of the environmental problems that frequent flying causes . Our company is quite conscious of the environmental problems that frequent flying causes . ," I see . Well , then perhaps they could give me a few days off after a business trip . It was really tiring for me . " " I see . Well , then perhaps they could give me a few days off after a business trip . It was really tiring for me . ", I can ask the boss about giving you the day off today . I can ask the boss about giving you the day off today . , Thank you . I can't imagine getting much done today . I'm just too exhausted ! Thank you . I can't imagine getting much done today . I'm just too exhausted ! , No problem . Did you bring any gifts back for your department ? No problem . Did you bring any gifts back for your department ? ," No , should I have ? " "Mr . White , I would like to give you notice that I will be leaving the company . It will be effective at the beginning of the next month . "," Jessica , I am very sorry to hear that . Why are you leaving ? " " Jessica , I am very sorry to hear that . Why are you leaving ? ", I've been offered another job with higher salary . And it also gives me the opportunity of promotion . I've been offered another job with higher salary . And it also gives me the opportunity of promotion . ," Oh . If you had talked to me first , we would have given you a raise . " " Oh . If you had talked to me first , we would have given you a raise . "," You are really a good employer , Mr . White and I am very lucky to have such a good boss like you . But this new job is more in my field of interest training . It's something I have always wanted . " " You are really a good employer , Mr . White and I am very lucky to have such a good boss like you . But this new job is more in my field of interest training . It's something I have always wanted . "," Ok , good luck , Jessica . By the way , if you ever need a letter of recommendation , I would be happy to write one for you . " "May I help you , ma'ma ? "," Please , where do I catch the plane for New York ? " " Please , where do I catch the plane for New York ? ", First you must check in at Counter No . 4 . First you must check in at Counter No . 4 . , That one there ? That one there ? , That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 . That's right . Then you will follow the signs to Gate 85 . , Thank you . You ' Ve been very helpful . Are there any vacancies still available ? , Yes . We need a plumber here . Yes . We need a plumber here . ," I am looking for a job that is more advanced than that , such as sales manager or regional manager . " " I am looking for a job that is more advanced than that , such as sales manager or regional manager . ", I am sorry . They are not available now . I just had a terrible week . , What a shame ! What a shame ! , I fell down and hurt my arm . I fell down and hurt my arm . , That's too bad . That's too bad . , Then my son drove into a tree . Then my son drove into a tree . , I'm sorry to hear that . I'm sorry to hear that . , The dog bit the delivery boy . The dog bit the delivery boy . , What a pity ! What a pity ! , And a storm blew our roof away . And a storm blew our roof away . ," Ho , no ! " "Steven , you are always looking in good shape . How do you keep it ? ", I pay much attention to my daily diet . You know good eating habits help to fortify the body against disease . I pay much attention to my daily diet . You know good eating habits help to fortify the body against disease . ," Yeah , you are right . Tell me your normal diet . " " Yeah , you are right . Tell me your normal diet . ", I eat more fruits and vegetables and limit amounts of fatty and fried foods . I eat more fruits and vegetables and limit amounts of fatty and fried foods . , And ? And ? ," I drink milk every day . It's really good for building strong bones and teeth . I drink tea quite often , for it's protective against kidney cancer . " " I drink milk every day . It's really good for building strong bones and teeth . I drink tea quite often , for it's protective against kidney cancer . "," Oh , no wonder you are healthy . " " Oh , no wonder you are healthy . "," You are what you eat , and a healthy diet creates a body resistant to disease . " " You are what you eat , and a healthy diet creates a body resistant to disease . ", Thanks for sharing your experience with me . Thanks for sharing your experience with me . , You're welcome ! Suit wrote me a letter . , What did she say ? What did she say ? ," She got a master degree , and now she is going for her doctor . " " She got a master degree , and now she is going for her doctor . ", Really ? I can't believe it . Really ? I can't believe it . ," It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student . " " It's not a surprise , is it ? She has always been a hard working student . ", But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl . "Now that it ’ s the new year , I ’ Ve decided to turn over a new leaf . ", Yeah ? You finally decided to wipe the slate clean ? Yeah ? You finally decided to wipe the slate clean ? ," You got it ! I have a new job , I ’ m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life . " " You got it ! I have a new job , I ’ m living in a new city , with new friends ! This is my opportunity to make some small changes in the way I live my life . ", So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ? So what are you going to do ? Take up an art class or something ? ," Well , first of all , I ’ Ve decided to stop smoking . It ’ s not that I ’ m pinching pennies or anything , it ’ s just that I ’ Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ’ s time to stop . " " Well , first of all , I ’ Ve decided to stop smoking . It ’ s not that I ’ m pinching pennies or anything , it ’ s just that I ’ Ve been smoking since I was sixteen , and I think it ’ s time to stop . ", I ’ m with you on that one . Anything else you ’ re planning on doing ? I ’ m with you on that one . Anything else you ’ re planning on doing ? ," One last thing , I ’ Ve decided to come out of the closet . " " One last thing , I ’ Ve decided to come out of the closet . ", It ’ s about time ! "Joe , how are you doing ? "," I am great ! How about you , Mary ? How are you ? " " I am great ! How about you , Mary ? How are you ? "," I am doing great ! Thank you for asking , Joe . " " I am doing great ! Thank you for asking , Joe . ", I was wondering if you want to go see a movie with me tonight ? I was wondering if you want to go see a movie with me tonight ? , I need to stay home tonight and finish my term paper . I need to stay home tonight and finish my term paper . , OK . What about going to the movies on Friday night ? OK . What about going to the movies on Friday night ? , What were you planning on seeing ? What were you planning on seeing ? , I was thinking about seeing that one about the rapist serial killer . I was thinking about seeing that one about the rapist serial killer . , How about “ The Secret Life of Bees ” ? How about “ The Secret Life of Bees ” ? , That's a chick flick ! "Hello , this is 5735647 5 . "," Hello , this is John . I wanna speak to Linda , please . " " Hello , this is John . I wanna speak to Linda , please . ", This is Linda . This is Linda . ," Hi , Linda . I want to invite you to a dinner tomorrow evening . " " Hi , Linda . I want to invite you to a dinner tomorrow evening . ", Really ? What time and which restaurant ? Really ? What time and which restaurant ? ," At seven thirty pm , Longing Chinese restaurant.And I'll go to your home and pick you up at 7 . " " At seven thirty pm , Longing Chinese restaurant.And I'll go to your home and pick you up at 7 . "," Ok , I'll wait for you at 7pm at home . Anything else ? " " Ok , I'll wait for you at 7pm at home . Anything else ? "," No , have a nice day ! " " No , have a nice day ! ", Thank you . Bye . Thank you . Bye . , See you . What wrong with you ? You look pale ? , I ’ m not sure . I feel hot and cold . I ’ m not sure . I feel hot and cold . , When did the trouble start ? When did the trouble start ? , I was sick most of the night . I was sick most of the night . , It sounds like you ’ re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature . It sounds like you ’ re coming down with the flu . Let me take your temperature . , Have I got high fever ? Have I got high fever ? ," Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ? " " Yes . Thirty-eight point seven . Do you have a headache , chestache or throat pain ? "," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . "," Now , Let me have a look at you . I ’ d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ’ s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A . " " Now , Let me have a look at you . I ’ d like to listen to your chest . Breathe then , deep breath , that ’ s it . Cough , now again . I want to exam your throat too . Open wide , say A . ", ah . ah . ," Yes , It does look a bit sore.Let ’ s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests . " " Yes , It does look a bit sore.Let ’ s take your extra way of your chest and give you a few tests . "," All right , thanks . " " All right , thanks . ", The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection . The tests showed nothing wrong . a slight by infection . , What shall I do today ? What shall I do today ? , I ’ m giving you some antibiotic and aspirin . Taking aspirin when you ’ Ve got a fever and take one antibiotic until four hours and go home lie in bed for two days . Take some water then you feel better . "Julia , the apartment I looked at today is pretty decent-around 120 square meters . ", Great . Where is it ? Great . Where is it ? ," A new two-bedroom apartment , around 100 to 120 square meters , in the Sanlitun area . " " A new two-bedroom apartment , around 100 to 120 square meters , in the Sanlitun area . ", What about the surrounding area ? What about the surrounding area ? , Very quiet and safe . And it's got a lot of trees and plants . Very quiet and safe . And it's got a lot of trees and plants . , That's good . Is the location easily accessible ? That's good . Is the location easily accessible ? ," Yeah , it's near a bus stop . " " Yeah , it's near a bus stop . "," Hmm ... well , maybe we can buy this one then . " "You look upset , anything wrong ? ", I'm going to quit the job . I'm going to quit the job . , Why ? Why ? , The task is tough . The task is tough . , You'd look before you leap . You'd look before you leap . , Thanks for your concern . "When he told me I had to work overtime , that was it . "," The last straw , huh ? " " The last straw , huh ? "," Yes , he's really pushed me too far . " " Yes , he's really pushed me too far . ", I know what you mean . Have you watched any of the talent shows on TV ? ," Yes , I've watched the finale for the ' Super Girl ' . The producer is very smart to copy the program from the US , which is quite fresh and eye-catching for mainland audiences . " " Yes , I've watched the finale for the ' Super Girl ' . The producer is very smart to copy the program from the US , which is quite fresh and eye-catching for mainland audiences . "," Yeah , and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind . Everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up the social ladder all the way to the highest in society . " " Yeah , and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind . Everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up the social ladder all the way to the highest in society . ", That ' s why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes . That ' s why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes . , But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year . But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days . There's no such program on this year . ," Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal . " " Yeah , these programs are gradually losing their appeal . ", No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite . No surprise . The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences ' appetite . , And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' . And they lack originality . Talent shows like ' Super Girl ' and ' Super Boy ' are largely clones of ' The American Idol ' . , The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' . The same is true for ' My Hero ' . Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series ' The Frog Prince ' . , I think producers are underestimating the audience . They should think of better ways to entertain the general public . "What's this , I wonder ? ", I'm not sure.Let me have a look ... It could be a coffee grinder . I'm not sure.Let me have a look ... It could be a coffee grinder . , A coffee grinder ? A coffee grinder ? ," Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans . " " Yes , it must be used for grinding coffee beans . "," Oh , that would be very useful . " Good morning . , May I take your order ? May I take your order ? ," Yes . I'd like your breakfast special , please . " " Yes . I'd like your breakfast special , please . ", How would you like your egg ? How would you like your egg ? ," Soft-boiled , please . " " Soft-boiled , please . "," All right , sir . " What's bothering that guy ? , Nothing . He's just got a chip on the shoulder . It ’ s very nice to meet you . ," Nice meeting you , too . " " Nice meeting you , too . ", I can ’ t believe I ’ m actually speaking to a candidate . I can ’ t believe I ’ m actually speaking to a candidate . ," You can ask me questions , if you ’ d like . " " You can ask me questions , if you ’ d like . ", I want to ask you what your policy is on gay marriage . I want to ask you what your policy is on gay marriage . , Everyone should be able to love who they want . Everyone should be able to love who they want . , Would you make gay marriage legal ? Would you make gay marriage legal ? , I sure would . I sure would . , I know a lot of people wouldn ’ t agree with that . I know a lot of people wouldn ’ t agree with that . , That ’ s not my problem . That ’ s not my problem . , I think that is really cool of you . I think that is really cool of you . , I ’ m glad to hear that . "Hello . My name is John Sandals , and I've got a reservation . "," May I see some identification , sir , please ? " " May I see some identification , sir , please ? ", Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . ," Thank you so much . Have you got a credit card , Mr . Sandals ? " " Thank you so much . Have you got a credit card , Mr . Sandals ? ", I sure do . How about American Express ? I sure do . How about American Express ? ," Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA . " " Unfortunately , at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA . "," No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA . " " No American Express ? Okay , here's my VISA . "," Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ? " " Thank you , sir . You'll be in room 507 , nonsmoking , with a queen-size bed . Do you approve , sir ? "," Yeah , that'll be fine . " " Yeah , that'll be fine . "," That's great . This is your key , sir . If you need anything at all , anytime , just dial zero . " Are you going to buy a bicycle ? , I ’ m thinking about it . How much is it ? I ’ m thinking about it . How much is it ? , ¥ 350 . ¥ 350 . ," Oh , dear . It ’ s too expensive . Can you give me a better price ? " " Oh , dear . It ’ s too expensive . Can you give me a better price ? "," Your discount is already included . Normally we charge ¥ 400 , but now we can give you a special price . This is our sale period . " " Your discount is already included . Normally we charge ¥ 400 , but now we can give you a special price . This is our sale period . ", It ’ s still too much . Can ’ t you make it any cheaper than that ? It ’ s still too much . Can ’ t you make it any cheaper than that ? ," Sorry , but this is the best price . You can ’ t get it any cheaper than here . " " Sorry , but this is the best price . You can ’ t get it any cheaper than here . ", I see . Can I pay by traveler ’ s checks ? I see . Can I pay by traveler ’ s checks ? , I'm afraid you can ’ t . You ’ re welcome to pay in cash . Something wrong ? , Yes . My car is having problems . Yes . My car is having problems . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , It won't start . It won't start . , Do you want me to take a look ? Do you want me to take a look ? ," No , thank you . I think I can handle it . " " No , thank you . I think I can handle it . "," Well , if you change your mind , let me know . " " Well , if you change your mind , let me know . ", I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you . I will . Thanks . That's sweet of you . , No problem . No problem . , I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ? I might need some tools though . Do you know where I can get some ? , Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ’ ll be happy to get them for you . Sure . I have all kinds of tools . Just ask . I ’ ll be happy to get them for you . , Thanks . That would be very helpful . Thanks . That would be very helpful . ," Anything for you . Seriously , I don ’ t mind helping . " " Anything for you . Seriously , I don ’ t mind helping . "," OK . If you really insist , I could always use the company . " "Oh , my goodness . The traffic is crawling . ", I think there is an accident ahead . I think there is an accident ahead . , We are now running late . We are now running late . , I know . Why don't we take a different route ? I know . Why don't we take a different route ? ," Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ’ ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway . " " Let me check and look at the map . Yes , there is an exit three quarters of a mile ahead . We ’ ll exit Market Street , head west , then get on the Pennsylvania Freeway . "," Ok , let's do that , even though we may have to take a longer way . " "Julia , are you free tonight ? ", What's up ? What's up ? , I want to invite you to go to the movies . I want to invite you to go to the movies . , Are you asking me for a date ? Are you asking me for a date ? , Yes . Yes . , I don ’ t like to go to the movies on a date . It's noisy there . I don ’ t like to go to the movies on a date . It's noisy there . , Where do you want to meet ? Where do you want to meet ? , Let's go to the coffee shop then . It's quiet there . Let's go to the coffee shop then . It's quiet there . , What time should we meet ? What time should we meet ? , How about seven ? How about seven ? , All right . "Do you think it's time to sign the contract , Mr . Simpson ? ", I'd like to look it over before I sign it . I'd like to look it over before I sign it . ," OK , no problem . I hope there are no questions about the terms . " " OK , no problem . I hope there are no questions about the terms . ", I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract . I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract . , Shall we sign this contract now ? Shall we sign this contract now ? , OK . Where do you want me to sign ? OK . Where do you want me to sign ? , Just sign at the bottom . Just sign at the bottom . ," OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect . " " OK . ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed , it has legal effect . ", You're right . Thank you for your cooperation . You're right . Thank you for your cooperation . , It's my pleasure . How would you describe your relationship with our boss ? ," We have a fairly good working relationship , but there was also a rough spot . " " We have a fairly good working relationship , but there was also a rough spot . ", What do you think his strengths are ? What do you think his strengths are ? ," Well , he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations . " Why are you holding me in this jail cell ? , We'd like to hear your account of the events of last night . "Merry Christmas , Bill . "," Merry Christmas , Jina . " " Merry Christmas , Jina . ", What are you doing there on the computer ? What are you doing there on the computer ? ," Come have a look , I received many beautiful e-cards . They are from my friends , all over the world . Christmas wishes for all my friends . " " Come have a look , I received many beautiful e-cards . They are from my friends , all over the world . Christmas wishes for all my friends . ", That's pretty interesting . Did you get one from Haven ? The reason I ask is that I am looking for her number . That's pretty interesting . Did you get one from Haven ? The reason I ask is that I am looking for her number . ," Sorry , I don't have it . But I do have her Email . You want me to sent it to you ? " " Sorry , I don't have it . But I do have her Email . You want me to sent it to you ? "," Yeah , that would be great . Thanks . " " Yeah , that would be great . Thanks . ", No worries . I just for her card . And you can get her from Email . I would really like to talk to her again . I kind of miss her a little this days . No worries . I just for her card . And you can get her from Email . I would really like to talk to her again . I kind of miss her a little this days . , Thanks million . Thanks million . , My pleasure . Can you give me a hand with the dishes ? , Sure . Should I wash or dry ? Sure . Should I wash or dry ? , I wash and you'll dry . I wash and you'll dry . , OK . Let's do it . I'm the coolest high-tech stud around ... , Why ? Do you have a robot girlfriend ? Why ? Do you have a robot girlfriend ? , Not yet ... I got an MP3 player and a set of stereo headphones . Not yet ... I got an MP3 player and a set of stereo headphones . , So you can download MP3 music from the Net and record it onto the MP3 chip ? So you can download MP3 music from the Net and record it onto the MP3 chip ? , Yep ! And take it with me anywhere ! And the music is free ! Yep ! And take it with me anywhere ! And the music is free ! , Let me see it ! It's so small ! Welcome to the company . We are conducting a survey of new employees to find out what influenced them to choose our company . , That's easy . It was your office ergonomics that decided me . That's easy . It was your office ergonomics that decided me . , You're kidding ! Something as simple as that ? You're kidding ! Something as simple as that ? ," Yes . It is very important to me . My mother worked in offices for twenty years , and she finally had carpal tunnel syndrome . I have been reading about repetitive stress injuries , and I know that t " " Yes . It is very important to me . My mother worked in offices for twenty years , and she finally had carpal tunnel syndrome . I have been reading about repetitive stress injuries , and I know that t "," Yes , there has been a lot of research into RSI's . Something so simple as proper chair height can prevent injuries . Tell me , did anything else influence your decision ? " " Yes , there has been a lot of research into RSI's . Something so simple as proper chair height can prevent injuries . Tell me , did anything else influence your decision ? "," Yes , I noticed that you have professional training and team-building days . I like the idea of working for a company that invests in its staff . " " Yes , I noticed that you have professional training and team-building days . I like the idea of working for a company that invests in its staff . "," Well , welcome to the team . " Excuse me . I bought this just now and here's a receipt . I'm afraid I was short-changed . Could you look into it ? ," Oh , really ? Just a moment ... You paid with a ten-dollar note and I gave you ... Oh , sorry , here's a five left . I'm terribly sorry . " Who do you think is going to get the Oscar for best actor ? ," I have no idea . To be honest , I couldn't care less . " Hey there ! I ’ Ve been hoping to run into you . Are you busy tomorrow morning ? ," Let me see ... Wednesday morning . Yes , I am booked solid all morning . What ’ s up ? " " Let me see ... Wednesday morning . Yes , I am booked solid all morning . What ’ s up ? ", I was hoping to talk to you about the sales projections for next year . I ’ m having a little trouble figuring out how to use the spreadsheet you set up for me . It has a lot of complicated form I was hoping to talk to you about the sales projections for next year . I ’ m having a little trouble figuring out how to use the spreadsheet you set up for me . It has a lot of complicated form , I can explain them to you . It ’ ll just take about a half an hour . How about Friday afternoon ? I can explain them to you . It ’ ll just take about a half an hour . How about Friday afternoon ? ," Ooh . Sorry , that ’ s not good for me . I am tied up all day Friday . We ’ ll have to do it next week . I am wide open then . " " Ooh . Sorry , that ’ s not good for me . I am tied up all day Friday . We ’ ll have to do it next week . I am wide open then . "," OK . Shall we say next week , on Tuesday at 2:30 ? " " OK . Shall we say next week , on Tuesday at 2:30 ? "," Sure , that ’ ll be fine for me . I ’ ll come to your office so you can show how you set up these macros . " We are interested in some precision machine tools . We have some inquires on hand . , That's fine . We can supply all kinds of precision machine tools . Our products are much admired in the world market and enjoy a wide acceptance in modern industry . That's fine . We can supply all kinds of precision machine tools . Our products are much admired in the world market and enjoy a wide acceptance in modern industry . , Can I have a look at your catalogue and the corresponding technical data ? Can I have a look at your catalogue and the corresponding technical data ? ," Why , of course . Here are some that will show you our latest development . You may select which ever you need . " " Why , of course . Here are some that will show you our latest development . You may select which ever you need . "," I think our users have the impression that your prices are always much too high , compared with those of other supplies . " " I think our users have the impression that your prices are always much too high , compared with those of other supplies . "," Excuse me . It's true that our products do cost slightly more than the other makers , but It's only due to our technological superiority . " " Excuse me . It's true that our products do cost slightly more than the other makers , but It's only due to our technological superiority . "," Your products may have certain advantages , but your prices are too stiff . " " Your products may have certain advantages , but your prices are too stiff . "," If you give us your inquiry , I shall go very carefully into the price and try my best to put you on the best of the terms . " " If you give us your inquiry , I shall go very carefully into the price and try my best to put you on the best of the terms . "," OK , I'll come back to discuss it to some details after our users have studied your catalogues and price list . " " OK , I'll come back to discuss it to some details after our users have studied your catalogues and price list . "," Yes , surely . We hope to do some substantial business with you . " "Oh , so Dalian is hotter than New York now . ", Not hot but warm . Very comfortable . Not hot but warm . Very comfortable . , Are you staying at the Hilton ? Are you staying at the Hilton ? ," Yes , I have already booked a room . " "Good evening , can I get you a drink ? "," Sure , I would like a Coke . " " Sure , I would like a Coke . ", Would you like to order anything off the appetizer menu ? Would you like to order anything off the appetizer menu ? ," Let's see , can I get some fried zucchini , please ? " " Let's see , can I get some fried zucchini , please ? ", Would you like to order anything else ? Would you like to order anything else ? ," No , that's it , thank you . " " No , that's it , thank you . "," No problem , call me when you're ready to place the rest of your order . " " No problem , call me when you're ready to place the rest of your order . ", I would like to order my food now . I would like to order my food now . , What did you want to order ? What did you want to order ? , Can I get a cheeseburger and some fries ? Can I get a cheeseburger and some fries ? , Can I get you anything else ? Can I get you anything else ? ," That's all , thank you . " "Show me a smaller pair of trousers , sir . I am not that fat , you see . ", You've come to the right place . We've got various styles and sizes recently . How much do you measure around your waist ? You've come to the right place . We've got various styles and sizes recently . How much do you measure around your waist ? ," I have no idea . Measure me , please . " " I have no idea . Measure me , please . ", OK ! 2 Chi round . Try this one . Maybe it's of your size . OK ! 2 Chi round . Try this one . Maybe it's of your size . , ( After trying ) I'm afraid it's still too fight around the stomach . ( After trying ) I'm afraid it's still too fight around the stomach . , Let me check the stock . How about this one ? Let me check the stock . How about this one ? ," ( After trying ) Mm , a perfect fit . How much ? " " ( After trying ) Mm , a perfect fit . How much ? ", 150 Yuan . 150 Yuan . , A little expensive . But I'll buy it anyway . It's hard for me to get a perfect one . Here is 200 Yuan . A little expensive . But I'll buy it anyway . It's hard for me to get a perfect one . Here is 200 Yuan . ," Here's your change , 50 Yuan . Welcome back again . " "Hello , is everything alright ? Can I help ? "," I have a Promissory Note , but it's not called that . It's a Bill of Exchange . " " I have a Promissory Note , but it's not called that . It's a Bill of Exchange . "," Similar to a Promissory Note , yes . I can deal with that for you right here . The difference between a Promissory Note and a Bill of Exchange is that this product is transferable and can bind one party to pay a third party that was not involved in its creation . " " Similar to a Promissory Note , yes . I can deal with that for you right here . The difference between a Promissory Note and a Bill of Exchange is that this product is transferable and can bind one party to pay a third party that was not involved in its creation . "," So , even if someone wasn't directly involved , they can become involved ? Like the bank you cash it in ? " " So , even if someone wasn't directly involved , they can become involved ? Like the bank you cash it in ? "," That's right . We didn't issue it to you , but technically we are buying it from you . So , we become involved . " " That's right . We didn't issue it to you , but technically we are buying it from you . So , we become involved . "," I see . Sorry about this , I'm new in this job and I've never even seen one of these before ! My boss just told me to come here and sort it out . " " I see . Sorry about this , I'm new in this job and I've never even seen one of these before ! My boss just told me to come here and sort it out . ", As long as you have all of the documentation we require you have nothing to worry about . What would you like for your main dish ? ," Steak , please . " " Steak , please . ", How would you like it ? How would you like it ? ," Medium rare , please . " " Medium rare , please . "," Anything else , sir ? " " Anything else , sir ? "," May I have a glass of red wine , please ? " " May I have a glass of red wine , please ? ", Of course . First you add the washing powder then you add the clothes . , I take it you've done this before ? I take it you've done this before ? ," Yes , for the last 20 years . " " Yes , for the last 20 years . ", Good . I was wondering if you could help me to get a library card . ," Of course , just fill out this form and let me know when you are finished . " " Of course , just fill out this form and let me know when you are finished . ", I'm finished . I'm finished . ," I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form , please . " " I will also need your driver's license ; hand me the filled-out form , please . "," OK , the form is all filled out . " " OK , the form is all filled out . ", Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ? Perfect ! Do you know the hours and rules for the library ? ," No , I have no idea what they are . " " No , I have no idea what they are . ", Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout . Everything you need to know is printed on the card and handout . ," Yes , right . " " Yes , right . ", Great ! You are all set to enjoy the library . Can I help you ? ," Yes , can I return this article , please ? " " Yes , can I return this article , please ? "," May I know the reason , madam ? " " May I know the reason , madam ? "," You see , I bought it for my husband , but he doesn't like it . " " You see , I bought it for my husband , but he doesn't like it . ", When did you buy it ? When did you buy it ? , Last Saturday . Last Saturday . , Can I see the receipt ? Can I see the receipt ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," Well , if there is no damage , you can return it . " "If you'd like further information on this , there ’ s a guidebook in several languages on sale at the information desk . ", Do you have a Chinese edition of this ? Do you have a Chinese edition of this ? , I'm afraid we don't . Won't an English edition do ? I'm afraid we don't . Won't an English edition do ? , I'll try to read one . How would you describe your ideal job ? ," I think the job should make use of the professional experience I have obtained , and offer me opportunity for advancement . " " I think the job should make use of the professional experience I have obtained , and offer me opportunity for advancement . ", Why do you think you might like to work for our company ? Why do you think you might like to work for our company ? ," I feel my background and experience are a good fit for this position and I am very interested.What ' s more , your company is outstanding in this field . " " I feel my background and experience are a good fit for this position and I am very interested.What ' s more , your company is outstanding in this field . ", What makes you think you would be a success in this position ? What makes you think you would be a success in this position ? , My graduate school training combined with my experience as an intern should qualify me for this particular job . I am sure I will be successful . My graduate school training combined with my experience as an intern should qualify me for this particular job . I am sure I will be successful . , How do you know about this company ? How do you know about this company ? , Your company is very reputed in this city . I heard much praise to your company . "Donna , you really shocked everyone at the party last night ! ", You mean with my performance ? You mean with my performance ? ," Yes ! We have all assumed that you were the quiet , shy type . " " Yes ! We have all assumed that you were the quiet , shy type . ", I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve . I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve . , Where did you learn to sing like that ? Where did you learn to sing like that ? , I was part of a band in school . I was part of a band in school . , You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ? You ? Wow . And why don't you ever dress like that at work ? , Come on ! This is work . Don't you think that would be a little weird ? Did you find everything ok today ? ," Yes , I did . By the way , in case there is a flaw in this CD player , can I return it ? " " Yes , I did . By the way , in case there is a flaw in this CD player , can I return it ? ", Yes . But you must return it within 30 days . Yes . But you must return it within 30 days . , Is there a charge for that . I know other stores have a restocking fee . Is there a charge for that . I know other stores have a restocking fee . ," There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ? " " There will be no charge at all . However you must show us the receipt . Could you sign it here , please ? ", Thank you . Thank you . ," All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund . " " All right . Keep you receipt . If something comes up , you can show it to us and we will give you a refund . ", Thanks . I'll put it in a safe place . That woman is a thorough drag ! , What is it ? What is it ? , She keeps spitting on the ground . She keeps spitting on the ground . , Maybe there's something wrong with her . "So , are we all ready to go ? "," Yup , I think so . The car ’ s packed.we have munchies and music , and the map ’ s in the car . " " Yup , I think so . The car ’ s packed.we have munchies and music , and the map ’ s in the car . ", Did you get the camera ? Did you get the camera ? , Got it ! Did you fill up the tank ? Got it ! Did you fill up the tank ? ," Yup , it ’ s all set . " " Yup , it ’ s all set . ", You ’ re sure we ’ re not forgetting anything ? You ’ re sure we ’ re not forgetting anything ? , I ’ m sure ... we ’ Ve got all our bases covered . I ’ m sure ... we ’ Ve got all our bases covered . , Well.let ’ s get going then ! I love road trips ! Well.let ’ s get going then ! I love road trips ! , Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ? Um ... do you think we can make a pit stop ? , But we ’ Ve only been on the road for ten minutes . But we ’ Ve only been on the road for ten minutes . ," I know , but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left . " What did you say when she told you the news ? ," I calmed up . And finally , I asked her to chew the cud for such an important decision . I could not have the heart to disappoint her with a blunt refusal . " " I calmed up . And finally , I asked her to chew the cud for such an important decision . I could not have the heart to disappoint her with a blunt refusal . ", But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that . But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that . , How could have the heart to do that ? She needs warmth and help . "Hi there , Philip . How ’ s everything going ? "," It ’ s going pretty well , but I ’ m really tired ! " " It ’ s going pretty well , but I ’ m really tired ! ", I don ’ t blame you . You ’ Ve had a busy first week . Take a rest ! I don ’ t blame you . You ’ Ve had a busy first week . Take a rest ! , It ’ s all right . I don ’ t mind being busy ! Excuse me . Can you tell me how to find some books on social science ? , Sure . You see all these little drawers here and all the way around the walls ? Sure . You see all these little drawers here and all the way around the walls ? , Yes . Yes . ," These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library . Together they constitute the library's "" card catalog "" . You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another . Fox example , this drawer goes from SCA to SCM . " " These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library . Together they constitute the library's "" card catalog "" . You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another . Fox example , this drawer goes from SCA to SCM . "," So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' . " " So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society , I'd just look under ' A ' . "," No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth . " " No . You'd look under ' W ' . The articles ' a ' and ' the ' don't count in our alphabetization , and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as ' history of ' , ' introduction to ' , ' story of ' and so forth . ", What if I don't know the title of the book ? What if I don't know the title of the book ? ," Well , you can look under the author's name . " " Well , you can look under the author's name . ", Could you give me an example ? Could you give me an example ? ," Suppose you want to find a book by your professor , William Smith . You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM . Since that's very common name , you may have to go through several ' William Smith ' until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in . " How do I get to the EDD ? ," Actually , you do not need to go into the office to file a claim . You can do it over the phone or the Internet . " " Actually , you do not need to go into the office to file a claim . You can do it over the phone or the Internet . ", Can I go in to look for a job at their office ? Can I go in to look for a job at their office ? , That ’ s a good decision . They have many good job search tools there . That ’ s a good decision . They have many good job search tools there . , Is there an office near me ? Is there an office near me ? , The Internet has a list of Employment Development Offices listed online . The Internet has a list of Employment Development Offices listed online . , Do you know where the local office for this area is ? Do you know where the local office for this area is ? ," Our office is over on Green Street , just west of the college . " " Our office is over on Green Street , just west of the college . "," If I go there , will I be able to collect money right away ? " " If I go there , will I be able to collect money right away ? ", Everyone has a one-week waiting period before they can collect . When can you get the finished product to me ? , We should have it put together by the end of next week . We should have it put together by the end of next week . , Great ! That ’ ll be ahead of schedule ! Good work . Great ! That ’ ll be ahead of schedule ! Good work . ," Well , as the saying goes – we aim to please ! " how did your interview go ? ," pretty well . I don't know if I'll get the promotion or not , but I feel good about it . " " pretty well . I don't know if I'll get the promotion or not , but I feel good about it . "," if you get the promotion , what will your new title be ? " " if you get the promotion , what will your new title be ? "," if I get the promotion , I will be a senior engineer instead of an assistant engineer . " " if I get the promotion , I will be a senior engineer instead of an assistant engineer . "," will you get a pay-raise , too ? " " will you get a pay-raise , too ? "," whenever you are given added responsibilities , you should get a promotion . " " whenever you are given added responsibilities , you should get a promotion . ", that makes sense . Who interviewed you ? that makes sense . Who interviewed you ? , my boss . my boss . , what kinds of questions did she ask you ? what kinds of questions did she ask you ? , she asked me about my ability to work in a team and what I thought a good boss should be . she asked me about my ability to work in a team and what I thought a good boss should be . , the second one sounds rather difficult to answer . What did you tell her ? the second one sounds rather difficult to answer . What did you tell her ? , I told her that I'm an excellent team player and that a good boss should treat male and female employees equally . I told her that I'm an excellent team player and that a good boss should treat male and female employees equally . , those are good answers . How did she react ? those are good answers . How did she react ? ," she told me that even when I become a senior engineer , I'll have to work with the assistant engineers as a team . " " she told me that even when I become a senior engineer , I'll have to work with the assistant engineers as a team . ", what do you think about her as a boss ? what do you think about her as a boss ? , she's pretty easy to get along with . She listens to her employees and treats everyone equally . she's pretty easy to get along with . She listens to her employees and treats everyone equally . , you're lucky . Not everyone has such a great boss ! you're lucky . Not everyone has such a great boss ! , that's true . She's highly esteemed among everyone at my company . that's true . She's highly esteemed among everyone at my company . ," when you find out you get the promotion or not , let me know . " " when you find out you get the promotion or not , let me know . ", I will do . Mary ? Are you still there ? , Yes . What do you want ? Yes . What do you want ? , Did your bid win ? Did your bid win ? ," What do you care , dork ? " " What do you care , dork ? "," Hey ! I'm trying to be nice , and you still want to fight ! Did you get the statue or not ? " " Hey ! I'm trying to be nice , and you still want to fight ! Did you get the statue or not ? ", You mean fat boy ? You mean fat boy ? , Sorry . I take that back . I mean the copper Buddha you wanted . "Oh great ! This stupid computer froze again ! That's the third time today ! Hey Samuel , can you come take a look at my PC ? It's acting again . It must have a virus or something . "," Just give me a second . I'll be right up . I ran a virus scan on your computer , and it turns out that you have a lot of infected files ! " " Just give me a second . I'll be right up . I ran a virus scan on your computer , and it turns out that you have a lot of infected files ! "," But I'm quite careful when I'm browsing theinternet , I have no idea how I could have picked up a virus . " " But I'm quite careful when I'm browsing theinternet , I have no idea how I could have picked up a virus . "," Well , you have to make sure that your anti-virus software is updated regularly , yours wasn't up to date , that ’ s probably what was causing your problems . " " Well , you have to make sure that your anti-virus software is updated regularly , yours wasn't up to date , that ’ s probably what was causing your problems . ", Ok . Anything else ? Ok . Anything else ? ," Yeah , try not to kick or hit the computer ! " " Yeah , try not to kick or hit the computer ! ", Um yeah . Sorry about that . Hey ! What's up ? ," Hi , John ! I haven't seen you for ages . " " Hi , John ! I haven't seen you for ages . "," Yeah , I've been out of town . " " Yeah , I've been out of town . ", So how have you been ? So how have you been ? ," Great ! Work is really busy now , but it's fun . " Did you take the written test ? , I haven't taken it yet . I haven't taken it yet . , Make sure to study first . Make sure to study first . , I study every night . I study every night . , I'm sure you're ready . I'm sure you're ready . , Does it cost money ? Does it cost money ? ," No , it doesn't cost anything . " " No , it doesn't cost anything . ", Does the test cover everything in the manual ? Does the test cover everything in the manual ? , It skips around . It skips around . , Did you pass the test your first try ? Did you pass the test your first try ? ," I thought it would be easy , but I didn't pass it . " " I thought it would be easy , but I didn't pass it . ", Wish me luck . "Good morning , Mr . Chu . Would you like me to brief your schedule for today ? ", Yes . Yes . ," You are scheduled to meet Mr . Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Li . And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference . " " You are scheduled to meet Mr . Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Li . And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference . ", I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four . I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four . , All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ? All right . Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you ? ," Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ? " " Yes , thank you very much . In addition , do you have the marketing proposal ready ? ", The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning . Dahua's Market . How can I help you ? , Where is your store located ? Where is your store located ? ," We are on Nanjing Road , next to the theatre . " " We are on Nanjing Road , next to the theatre . "," Right , I'll be right over . " "What can I do for you , sir ? ", I want to have a bath . I want to have a bath . ," Do you want to have a tub bath , surfing bath or shower ? " " Do you want to have a tub bath , surfing bath or shower ? "," Shower , please . " " Shower , please . ", All right . The fitting room is over there . All right . The fitting room is over there . , How much should I pay ? How much should I pay ? , $ 100 . But we will charge you $ 200 as a deposit . Good afternoon . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to make a deposit . " " Yes , I'd like to make a deposit . "," Which type of deposit do you prefer , time deposit or current deposit ? " " Which type of deposit do you prefer , time deposit or current deposit ? ", I prefer time deposit . I prefer time deposit . , Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ? Okey . The interest rate for time deposit is higher . Could you tell me it's RIB deposit or currency deposit ? , RIB deposit . RIB deposit . , Is it your first time to make a deposit here ? Is it your first time to make a deposit here ? , Yes . Yes . ," The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ? " " The term of time deposit ranges from three months to five years , including three months , six months , one year , two years , three years and five years . How long would you like to keep your deposit ? ", Six months . Six months . ," Fill in this slip in ink , please . " " Fill in this slip in ink , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," All right . Just a moment , please . " " All right . Just a moment , please . ", Thank you . "Hello , I'm returning your phone call . ", I'm glad that you could get back to me so fast . I'm glad that you could get back to me so fast . ," No problem , but what were you calling about ? " " No problem , but what were you calling about ? ", I needed to talk to you about your son . I needed to talk to you about your son . , Is he messing up in school ? Is he messing up in school ? , He was acting up in class one day last week . He was acting up in class one day last week . , What was he doing ? What was he doing ? , He wouldn't stop talking throughout the class . He wouldn't stop talking throughout the class . , I don't know what's gotten into him . I don't know what's gotten into him . ," If you could , would you please talk to him ? " " If you could , would you please talk to him ? "," I will get right on that , and I am very sorry . " " I will get right on that , and I am very sorry . ", I really appreciate your help . John's very late.Do you think he's coming ? ," Well , it doesn't seem like it.He must have forgotten . " " Well , it doesn't seem like it.He must have forgotten . ", I suppose you're right.He can't have remembered . Are you the loan officer of this bank ? , I certainly am . What can I do for you ? I certainly am . What can I do for you ? , I was wondering if I could ask you some questions about a loan I want to make . I was wondering if I could ask you some questions about a loan I want to make . , Sure . By all means please do . Please take a seat . Sure . By all means please do . Please take a seat . ," Thank you . See , I ’ m planning to buy a car here and I ’ m planning to use my time deposit here as the collateral . " "William told you that his grandmother is sick , huh ? What exactly did he say ? "," He said his grandmother got cancer and has only a few weeks to live . It's really so sad ! But when I talked to him on the phone , it sounded like he was holding up really well . " " He said his grandmother got cancer and has only a few weeks to live . It's really so sad ! But when I talked to him on the phone , it sounded like he was holding up really well . "," It didn't sound like he was too upset , huh ? What did you tell him ? " " It didn't sound like he was too upset , huh ? What did you tell him ? "," I asked if there was anything I could do to help his family , and I told him that I could be a shoulder for him to cry on . " " I asked if there was anything I could do to help his family , and I told him that I could be a shoulder for him to cry on . "," Well I hate to tell you this Jen , but both of William's grandmothers passed away more than five years ago . " Will you book a ticket to New York for me ? ," Yes , sir.When do you want to leave here ? " " Yes , sir.When do you want to leave here ? ", This Saturday . This Saturday . ," Will , that'll be the sixth of September . " " Will , that'll be the sixth of September . ", That's right.Will you check what fights are available on the sixth of September ? That's right.Will you check what fights are available on the sixth of September ? ," I'll check it over.Oh , there're three flights available that day.one at 2 p . m . , one at 5 p . m . and the other at 9p . m . " " I'll check it over.Oh , there're three flights available that day.one at 2 p . m . , one at 5 p . m . and the other at 9p . m . ", I'll have the 5 o'clock one.What time do I check in ? I'll have the 5 o'clock one.What time do I check in ? , 4 o'clock . 4 o'clock . , Thank you . Can we have two tickets for the 7:30 showing of ' Beautiful Mind ' . ," Sorry , we have sold out the tickets . " " Sorry , we have sold out the tickets . ", What's on tomorrow at that time ? What's on tomorrow at that time ? , ' Beautiful Mind ' will be playing again . And there's also ' Titanic ' . ' Beautiful Mind ' will be playing again . And there's also ' Titanic ' . ," Terrific , that's a wonderful movie , I like it very much . Can I get tickets now for tomorrow ? " " Terrific , that's a wonderful movie , I like it very much . Can I get tickets now for tomorrow ? "," Yes , 20 yuan for each . " " Yes , 20 yuan for each . "," Two tickets , please . " " Two tickets , please . ", OK . Here you are . Welcome to the company . We are conducting a survey of new employees to find out what influenced them to choose our company . ," Honestly , the flexible hours were the main attraction for me . The traditional working day doesn't fit in with me lifestyle ; I love being able to tailor my working hours . " " Honestly , the flexible hours were the main attraction for me . The traditional working day doesn't fit in with me lifestyle ; I love being able to tailor my working hours . "," Yes , flextime has definitely been a good change for us . How do you feel about the pay ? " " Yes , flextime has definitely been a good change for us . How do you feel about the pay ? "," At first it is going to be difficult . During the first three months , I'm on probation . So I won't get sales commissions until after that . " " At first it is going to be difficult . During the first three months , I'm on probation . So I won't get sales commissions until after that . ", But there is a big bonus for employees at the end of the probation period . But there is a big bonus for employees at the end of the probation period . ," Yes , I'm looking forward to that ! I just hope my first performance review is favorable . " " Yes , I'm looking forward to that ! I just hope my first performance review is favorable . "," One thing you can be sure of your manager will be quite fair . If your job performance is up to par , you shouldn't be afraid of a performance review , " " One thing you can be sure of your manager will be quite fair . If your job performance is up to par , you shouldn't be afraid of a performance review , "," Great ! Then I suppose I'm looking forward to my first promotion , too . " Thanks for inviting me over for dinner this evening . , You're welcome . You're welcome . , It looks delicious . It looks delicious . , Well here . Help yourself to some shrimp . It's fresh . Susan ! Why didn ’ t you tell me that you were taking over the Silk Company account ? ," I thought you knew , Todd . It was decided last week . I guess you weren ’ t at the meeting . " " I thought you knew , Todd . It was decided last week . I guess you weren ’ t at the meeting . ", You know I wasn ’ t at the meeting . I was meeting with Mr . Wei about this account . I ’ Ve been on this for a month and a half . You know I wasn ’ t at the meeting . I was meeting with Mr . Wei about this account . I ’ Ve been on this for a month and a half . ," I ’ m sorry . Todd , but Mr . Emory felt that it was going too slowly , and that it needed a fresh start . He should have told you . " May I have an appointment with you tonight ? ," Very sorry , I am occupied tonight . What about tomorrow night ? " " Very sorry , I am occupied tonight . What about tomorrow night ? ", OK . where and when ? OK . where and when ? , 7:00 in my staying hotel . 7:00 in my staying hotel . ," OK , I am going to the hotel to pick you up . See you tomorrow night . " "My wife is sick , so I have to cancel a reservation I made . "," If you'll just give me your name , phone , and date of visit , I can cancel your reservation . " " If you'll just give me your name , phone , and date of visit , I can cancel your reservation . "," I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234 , April ninth to the fifteenth . " " I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234 , April ninth to the fifteenth . "," Mr . Randolph . Okay , one second , sir , and there you go . Your reservation is now cancelled . " " Mr . Randolph . Okay , one second , sir , and there you go . Your reservation is now cancelled . ", I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you . I wish everything in life was so simple . Thank you . ," Not a problem , sir . Please remember us in the future . " "I want to fly to Congo on Monday , the 17th . ", Let me see what's available . Let me see what's available . ," By the way , I'd prefer a night flight . " " By the way , I'd prefer a night flight . ", Africa Airline 551 leaves at 9:00 pm . Africa Airline 551 leaves at 9:00 pm . , That's fine . I want to pay in cash . Here is the money . "Excuse me , are you Mrs . Green from England ? "," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . "," I'm pleased to meet you , Mrs . Green . My name is Myra . I work in Beijing Institute of Technology . I came here to meet you . " " I'm pleased to meet you , Mrs . Green . My name is Myra . I work in Beijing Institute of Technology . I came here to meet you . ", How do you do ? How do you do ? , It's kind of you to meet me at the airport . It's kind of you to meet me at the airport . , Welcome to Beijing . Is this your first time in China ? Welcome to Beijing . Is this your first time in China ? ," No , I have visited China several times , but it's my first visit to Beijing and I think it's a great honor to be invited to your beautiful city . " " No , I have visited China several times , but it's my first visit to Beijing and I think it's a great honor to be invited to your beautiful city . ", It's our pleasure to have you here . I hope you will have a pleasant stay here . It's our pleasure to have you here . I hope you will have a pleasant stay here . , Thank you . I'm sure I will have a wonderful time here . "Hi , I'd like to get your store credit card . ", Here's the application form . Here's the application form . , I'm finished . Here's the form . I'm finished . Here's the form . , Thank you . Now if you'll just give me a credit card . Thank you . Now if you'll just give me a credit card . , Here's my VISA . Here's my VISA . , Thank you . How could you have done that without asking me first ? , I didn't realize you felt so strongly about it . I didn't realize you felt so strongly about it . ," Well , you should have thought . " " Well , you should have thought . ", I'm sorry . I'll ask next time . Do you have all types of seafood here ? ," Yes , Sir , the specialty of our restaurant is the seafood . " " Yes , Sir , the specialty of our restaurant is the seafood . ", What do you recommend ? What do you recommend ? , Perhaps you would like some sole . Many guests like it very much . Perhaps you would like some sole . Many guests like it very much . ," OK , we will try it . " " OK , we will try it . ", Any drinks ? Any drinks ? ," Two bottles of white wine , please . " That's all the general information of our company . I think you already have good knowledge about our company . ," Yes , I have an overall understanding . " " Yes , I have an overall understanding . "," When we have the final results , we will call you . " " When we have the final results , we will call you . ", Then when will I get a reply at the latest ? Then when will I get a reply at the latest ? ," If you pass the interview , the personnel department will inform you within two weeks . " " If you pass the interview , the personnel department will inform you within two weeks . "," But if I don't pass , will you call me ? " " But if I don't pass , will you call me ? "," I'm sorry we won't . You can wait for two weeks . If you don't get a telephone call , it means that you weren't successful . " " I'm sorry we won't . You can wait for two weeks . If you don't get a telephone call , it means that you weren't successful . ", Then do I have the chance to get this job ? Then do I have the chance to get this job ? ," I'm sorry but I can't make the final decision myself , and I have to discuss it with other interviewers . " " I'm sorry but I can't make the final decision myself , and I have to discuss it with other interviewers . "," I know . No matter what the result will be , I have learned a lot from our conversation . " " I know . No matter what the result will be , I have learned a lot from our conversation . ", Your mentality is very good and that's great . Your mentality is very good and that's great . , Thanks for giving me the opportunity of this interview . Thanks for giving me the opportunity of this interview . , My pleasure . "Welcome , Ron , come on in ! "," Hi , Malia ! What a nice home ! " " Hi , Malia ! What a nice home ! ", We enjoy it too ! We enjoy it too ! , How long have you lived here ? How long have you lived here ? , About four years now . About four years now . ," Well , it is very beautiful . " " Well , it is very beautiful . "," Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink . " " Ron , have a seat and I'll get us something to drink . ", Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside ! Good ! I am really thirsty . You know it really is hot outside ! ," I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice . " " I have lemonade , iced tea , and mango juice . ", Mango juice would be perfect . Thank you ! "Adam , could you show me around the school ? ", No problem . No problem . , What's the tallest building ? What's the tallest building ? , You mean the white building near the playground ? You mean the white building near the playground ? , Yes . Yes . ," That is the library . And it has more than 1,000 , 000 books . " " That is the library . And it has more than 1,000 , 000 books . ", What's the building to the south of the library ? What's the building to the south of the library ? ," You know , our school is divided into two parts , the junior high school and the senior high school . That is the new classroom building for our senior high school . " " You know , our school is divided into two parts , the junior high school and the senior high school . That is the new classroom building for our senior high school . ", Is there a swimming pool in your school ? Is there a swimming pool in your school ? ," Yes . There is a large swimming pool , but it is only available in summer . " " Yes . There is a large swimming pool , but it is only available in summer . ", I do envy you . And I hope I can enter your school one day . I do envy you . And I hope I can enter your school one day . , I believe that you can make your dream come true . "I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Monica to our company and introduce her to her department and colleagues . For all of you , we hired Monica because she is a very professional accountant and we are very happy to have her in the finance department . She has lots of working experiences as an accountant and I am sure everybody in the department can benefit from this . "," Hello , everybody . I am Monica and this is my first day at work . I am working in the finance department . I am very happy to meet everyone and I am looking forward to working well with all of you . I am very happy to be one of the team and I will do my best to get into the working situation as soon as possible . By the way , call me Monica . Everybody calls me so . " "Hello , Bob , this is Frank . "," I know , we've met . " " I know , we've met . ", I didn't know you knew Frank . I didn't know you knew Frank . ," Yes , we met last year at a conference . " "Please send this memo out to all the managerial staff ... there will be training for all the department heads next week . Attendance for managerial staff is mandatory , except for the financial department . Financial officers may participate if their schedules allow . "," You would like me to send this to all managerial staff ? I'm sorry , sir , could you please clarify ? Who all is included in managerial staff ? " " You would like me to send this to all managerial staff ? I'm sorry , sir , could you please clarify ? Who all is included in managerial staff ? "," Managerial staff is anyone who is in a position of authority or responsibility , or who has anyone working under them . It includes all supervisors and department heads . " " Managerial staff is anyone who is in a position of authority or responsibility , or who has anyone working under them . It includes all supervisors and department heads . ", What about the senior account managers ? Do they count ? What about the senior account managers ? Do they count ? ," No , they are in a position of leadership and have more experience than normal account managers , but they do not directly supervise others . They are not members of the managerial staff and will not be included in our training . " Have you any evening bus tour ? ," Yes , we have . The city is famous for its beautiful evening scenery . " " Yes , we have . The city is famous for its beautiful evening scenery . ", I have heard of that before . When shall we start ? I have heard of that before . When shall we start ? , It starts at 7:00 and lasts 3 hours . Susan is going to get a divorce . , How do you know that ? How do you know that ? ," She told me that peter and she has a quarrel last nigh , and she left this morning , bag and baggage . " " She told me that peter and she has a quarrel last nigh , and she left this morning , bag and baggage . "," Oh , I see . But I think you are making a fuss . They will make it up . Bet it . " Which countries have you been to ? ," I ’ Ve been to most of the countries in Europe , several countries in asia-china , Japan , korea , and Thailand-and to the united states and Canada . " " I ’ Ve been to most of the countries in Europe , several countries in asia-china , Japan , korea , and Thailand-and to the united states and Canada . ", I thought you had been to Australia too . I thought you had been to Australia too . ," No , but I ’ m planning on visiting Australia and new Zealand soon . I ’ Ve heard that they are beautiful countries . Which is the most beautiful country you ’ Ve been to ? " " No , but I ’ m planning on visiting Australia and new Zealand soon . I ’ Ve heard that they are beautiful countries . Which is the most beautiful country you ’ Ve been to ? "," I think I ‘ d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains . " " I think I ‘ d say norway . It has many picturesque fjords , waterfalls , and mountains . ", Isn ’ t it really cold there ? Isn ’ t it really cold there ? ," Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ’ s a wet country , so there ’ s snow almost everywhere in winter . " " Well , the north of Norway is almost always cold , but further south it can be fairly warm in summer . It ’ s a wet country , so there ’ s snow almost everywhere in winter . "," I ’ Ve been to other Scandinavian countries , but not to Norway . Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there . " Do you want to sign for a Korea language class ? ," What for ? Oh , I see , you mean next year our company will expand business to the South Korea market . " " What for ? Oh , I see , you mean next year our company will expand business to the South Korea market . "," Right , we have located a business partner in Seoul . The first contact proves to be successful . The general manager of South Korean company has scheduled to pay a visit to us next month . I think it is quite possible to set up a joint venture company with them soon . " " Right , we have located a business partner in Seoul . The first contact proves to be successful . The general manager of South Korean company has scheduled to pay a visit to us next month . I think it is quite possible to set up a joint venture company with them soon . "," Well , sounds promising . But I think our company will provide us with the language training courses if it is necessary . We need not bother signing for the language by ourselves . " " Well , sounds promising . But I think our company will provide us with the language training courses if it is necessary . We need not bother signing for the language by ourselves . "," A slow sparrow should make an early start . You know , I am not quick at learning any language . " "Hello , Mr . Thomas . Could you spare a minute ? ", What do you need ? What do you need ? , I need to talk to you about that new driver you ’ Ve hired . I think I am going to have some problems working with him . I need to talk to you about that new driver you ’ Ve hired . I think I am going to have some problems working with him . , He seems to be quite qualified . If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves . "Excuse me , driver , where is the main area for restaurants ? "," It's near the Wall Street , a bit far from there . Why not get on the car " " It's near the Wall Street , a bit far from there . Why not get on the car ", OK . Is there a Chinese restaurant ? OK . Is there a Chinese restaurant ? ," Of course . More than that , you have Italy pizza , English steak , kimchi and local specialties . " " Of course . More than that , you have Italy pizza , English steak , kimchi and local specialties . "," Woo , I can't help being there . " "Hello , miss . Can you bring me something to drink ? "," Sure , sir . But there is a charge for alcoholic beverages in economy class . Would you please refer to this price list ? And then give me your order . " " Sure , sir . But there is a charge for alcoholic beverages in economy class . Would you please refer to this price list ? And then give me your order . "," Thank you for reminding me . Well , please give me a glass of brandy and I will pay for it . " " Thank you for reminding me . Well , please give me a glass of brandy and I will pay for it . "," OK , I will bring it to you in a moment . " "Excuse me , waiter , would you please bring us a nest ? A friend of mine will join us . ", Wait a moment . Here you are . Wait a moment . Here you are . ," By the way , we would like to order some dishes for my friend . " " By the way , we would like to order some dishes for my friend . ", Sure . May I help you ? ," I bought the MP4 in your store a week before , but it doesn't work today . " " I bought the MP4 in your store a week before , but it doesn't work today . ", Have you brought your receipt ? Have you brought your receipt ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," I am sorry , we will change yours for a new one . " "Hello , take a seat please . Let's get straight to the point . This is our contract . Please read it carefully before signing . "," Since we have reached an agreement on all terms , there shouldn't be any problems for the contract . " " Since we have reached an agreement on all terms , there shouldn't be any problems for the contract . ", May we once more remind you that the contract should be canceled by one month notice . May we once more remind you that the contract should be canceled by one month notice . ," Yes , I got it . Thanks . " What are the attractions of that city ? , It's famous for beautiful countryside with clean air . It's famous for beautiful countryside with clean air . ," Oh , that's what I am looking for . Do you have a reduction for 6 persons ? " " Oh , that's what I am looking for . Do you have a reduction for 6 persons ? "," Yes , sir . We offer a 10 % discount for groups more than 5 . " Good game ? , Not bad . But too hot for me today . Not bad . But too hot for me today . ," Yes , I know . Kind of hard to concentrate , isn't it ? " " Yes , I know . Kind of hard to concentrate , isn't it ? ", Absolutely . Who were you playing with ? Absolutely . Who were you playing with ? ," Oh , just on my own . I just joined , so I don't really have any partners . " " Oh , just on my own . I just joined , so I don't really have any partners . "," Really ? Oh , well , in that case we should play together some time . What's your handicap ? " " Really ? Oh , well , in that case we should play together some time . What's your handicap ? ", 16 . Yours ? 16 . Yours ? ," No kidding ! I'm 16 , too . We should definitely play together some time . My name's Bob . " " No kidding ! I'm 16 , too . We should definitely play together some time . My name's Bob . ", Jane . Nice to meet you . Jane . Nice to meet you . ," Me too . So , do you like the course ? " " Me too . So , do you like the course ? "," Yes , it's fine . However , I personally think the fairways between the greens are a bit too long , especially for such a hot climate . Don't they have carts ? " " Yes , it's fine . However , I personally think the fairways between the greens are a bit too long , especially for such a hot climate . Don't they have carts ? "," Well , they used to , but they got rid of them because of environmental concerns . " " Well , they used to , but they got rid of them because of environmental concerns . "," Oh , that's good . I guess the caddies were pleased . " " Oh , that's good . I guess the caddies were pleased . "," Actually , in my opinion , the carts were better because you don't have to tip them . " " Actually , in my opinion , the carts were better because you don't have to tip them . "," Yes , but look at it this way , getting rid of the carts probably gives more work to local people , which is a good thing , right ? " " Yes , but look at it this way , getting rid of the carts probably gives more work to local people , which is a good thing , right ? "," Possibly , but I still miss them ! What bothers me is that the heat makes the caddies ' life quite hard . One member's caddy fainted last week ! " " Possibly , but I still miss them ! What bothers me is that the heat makes the caddies ' life quite hard . One member's caddy fainted last week ! "," How awful , poor guy . " " How awful , poor guy . "," Right . Luckily it was on the eighteen hole , quite near the clubhouse , so he didn't have far to carry him . " " Right . Luckily it was on the eighteen hole , quite near the clubhouse , so he didn't have far to carry him . "," Oh , my God , you're kidding me ! He carried him back ? " " Oh , my God , you're kidding me ! He carried him back ? ", Yup . Operator . Can I help you ? ," I'd like to make a person-to-person call to Beijing , China . The number is 2135367 8 , and I want to speak to Mr . Zhang . " " I'd like to make a person-to-person call to Beijing , China . The number is 2135367 8 , and I want to speak to Mr . Zhang . ", To Mr . Zhang in at 2135-3678 ? To Mr . Zhang in at 2135-3678 ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", May I have your name and telephone number ? May I have your name and telephone number ? ," My name is Luo Gang , and the phone number is 513-3284 . " " My name is Luo Gang , and the phone number is 513-3284 . "," Mr . Luo , will you hold the line , please - - - Mr . Luo , there is no Zhang at that number . Will you check the number again , please ? " " Mr . Luo , will you hold the line , please - - - Mr . Luo , there is no Zhang at that number . Will you check the number again , please ? "," What the number I gave you , operator ? " " What the number I gave you , operator ? ", It's 2135-3678 . It's 2135-3678 . ," Oh , I'm sorry . should have been 2135-3668 , not 3678 . I've given you a wrong number . " " Oh , I'm sorry . should have been 2135-3668 , not 3678 . I've given you a wrong number . ", Are you sure this time ? Are you sure this time ? , Yes . Yes . , OK . Let me try again . OK . Let me try again . , Thank you . I'm interested in Chinese antiques . ," We have a great variety of Chinese antiques . Besides , we have landscape painting , figure painting and flower-and-bird painting . " " We have a great variety of Chinese antiques . Besides , we have landscape painting , figure painting and flower-and-bird painting . ", I'd like a flower-and-bird painting . I'd like a flower-and-bird painting . , How about this picture of cranes with pine trees ? It was painted by a famous Chinese painter in King Dynasty . How about this picture of cranes with pine trees ? It was painted by a famous Chinese painter in King Dynasty . ," Oh , they look just like live cranes . " " Oh , they look just like live cranes . "," And what is more , in traditional Chinese thinking , cranes and pine trees symbolize longevity . " That one looks pretty big . Are you going to keep it ? , Of course . I always keep what I catch . Of course . I always keep what I catch . , Not me . I like to throw back what I catch . Not me . I like to throw back what I catch . ," If it's within the legal limit , I prefer to keep it . " What's your major in college ? , I take architecture as my major . I take architecture as my major . , What research are you dealing with now ? What research are you dealing with now ? , I am dealing with the study of the architecture style of ancient Chinese buildings . What do you think of the test ? , Rather difficult . How about you ? Rather difficult . How about you ? , It wasn't too bad . Were you nervous ? It wasn't too bad . Were you nervous ? , Rather . I'm afraid I didn't do very well . Rather . I'm afraid I didn't do very well . ," Oh , I wouldn't worry about it . " " Oh , I wouldn't worry about it . ", That's because you did well . That's because you did well . ," No , I wouldn't worry about you . " " No , I wouldn't worry about you . ", Why ? Why ? , It seems to me that you always do better than you say . You seem to be in the seventh heaven . What's put you on ? , Sarah and I could see eye to eye with each other . Sarah and I could see eye to eye with each other . , Did she give up her decision to marry Dick ? Did she give up her decision to marry Dick ? ," No , I encourage her to go her own way , but she's now having a change of heart . " The band is pretty good . How do you like the music ? , it's very nice . I haven't heard live music in a while . This is fun . it's very nice . I haven't heard live music in a while . This is fun . ," well , then , may I invite you for the next dance ? " " well , then , may I invite you for the next dance ? ", of course . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer ... of course . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer ... , don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself . don't worry . I'm not much of a dancer myself . , you're dancing so well . you're dancing so well . , you dance beautifully too . you dance beautifully too . , when did you learn to dance ? when did you learn to dance ? , in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ? in college . But I don't dance very often . What's your favourite dance ? , it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz . it's hard to say . It depends . But I love the waltz . , how about tango ? how about tango ? ," oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ? " " oh , I like it . It's such a beautiful dance , but I can't do it well . What about you ? ", Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot . Tango is my favorite . Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot . , thank you for the dance . thank you for the dance . , my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink . my pleasure . Let's go and have a drink . , ok . "Morning , Peter . Nice suit ! A new one ? "," Oh , yes . My wife bought it for me yesterday . Hmm , you look nice in that yellow dress . Yellow suits you really well . " " Oh , yes . My wife bought it for me yesterday . Hmm , you look nice in that yellow dress . Yellow suits you really well . ", Maybe . Several people have suggested that I get more yellow clothes . They say the color suits me because I have a fair complexion . Maybe . Several people have suggested that I get more yellow clothes . They say the color suits me because I have a fair complexion . ," That's right . You know , pink , green and black could also be good for you . Actually , I think that all colors are okay for a person with your complexion . It's just that different colors can give people different impressions . For example , black could make you look mature , while pink could make you look young and energetic . " " That's right . You know , pink , green and black could also be good for you . Actually , I think that all colors are okay for a person with your complexion . It's just that different colors can give people different impressions . For example , black could make you look mature , while pink could make you look young and energetic . ", Thank you for your compliments . It sounds like you're a clothing expert . Thank you for your compliments . It sounds like you're a clothing expert . ," Well , compared with my wife , I'm just a beginner . " I would like to make an appointment to discuss the problems I keep having with my apartment . , Are you having problems ? This is the first I ’ Ve heard of it . Are you having problems ? This is the first I ’ Ve heard of it . , We gave you a list of problems last week . We gave you a list of problems last week . , What kind of problems are you talking about ? What kind of problems are you talking about ? ," Well , the garbage disposal doesn ’ t work , we have rats , and the toilet is backed up . " " Well , the garbage disposal doesn ’ t work , we have rats , and the toilet is backed up . ", Maybe I could get back to you in a few weeks . I am leaving on vacation this afternoon . Maybe I could get back to you in a few weeks . I am leaving on vacation this afternoon . ," These things are your responsibility , and you need to fix them immediately . " " These things are your responsibility , and you need to fix them immediately . ", Don ’ t tell me what to do ! I ’ ll get to it when I get around to it ! Don ’ t tell me what to do ! I ’ ll get to it when I get around to it ! ," If these problems are not addressed immediately , I will be contacting the health department this Friday and you will not get a rent check . " " If these problems are not addressed immediately , I will be contacting the health department this Friday and you will not get a rent check . ", I ’ ll be right over ! You are too picky . ," No , I'm not.Hey , look at that guy over there . " " No , I'm not.Hey , look at that guy over there . ", Which guy ? Which guy ? , The guy in the blue shirt at the table by the window . The guy in the blue shirt at the table by the window . , I can't see him . Where ? I can't see him . Where ? , Right there . Right there . ," Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ... " " Oh , I see him now . Wait ! That's ... "," Yes , it's Mel Gibson . " " Yes , it's Mel Gibson . "," Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ? " " Oh , wow ! It's really him ! Who is that woman he's with ? ", I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ? I don't know . Why don't you go ask for his autograph ? , I can't do that . I can't do that . , Why not ? I think he won't remember White Day . ," Silly , you should make sure he does . " " Silly , you should make sure he does . ", Uh-huh . How about you ? Uh-huh . How about you ? ," He ’ s buying me a handbag , and then dinner at a gorgeous restaurant . " " He ’ s buying me a handbag , and then dinner at a gorgeous restaurant . ", You got a big return for a small gift . Hey ! I just bought one of those new Japanese cell phones ! It's loaded with extras . , What does it do ? What does it do ? , It's got a built-in video camera so you can see the person you're talking to.It also takes stills and I can use the E-mail mode to send digital pictures straight to my friend's phone ! It's got a built-in video camera so you can see the person you're talking to.It also takes stills and I can use the E-mail mode to send digital pictures straight to my friend's phone ! , Wow ! What else does it do ? Wow ! What else does it do ? , I can plug it into a folding keyboard to type in message mode . l can even surf the net . I can plug it into a folding keyboard to type in message mode . l can even surf the net . , Cool ! Anything else ? Cool ! Anything else ? ," Yes.With the 600 - second digital memory , l can record my voice and send it using voice message mode . " " Yes.With the 600 - second digital memory , l can record my voice and send it using voice message mode . ", Wow ! Wow ! , You'll love this ! I can use a stylus to draw a map on the touch screen and then use the fax mode to send it to another phone . "Hello , BCD Company , can I help you ? "," Hello , may I speak to Mrs Smith ? " " Hello , may I speak to Mrs Smith ? "," This is Mrs Smith , may I have your name ? " " This is Mrs Smith , may I have your name ? "," This is Sun , and I interviewed with you yesterday . " " This is Sun , and I interviewed with you yesterday . "," Hello , Mr . Sun . " " Hello , Mr . Sun . ", I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday . I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday . ," You are welcome , Mr . Sun . " " You are welcome , Mr . Sun . ", I really enjoyed meeting with you . I really enjoyed meeting with you . ," You certainly made a good impression on me , as well . " " You certainly made a good impression on me , as well . ", I am very interested in this position . I am very interested in this position . , We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible . We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible . ," Well , thank you for your time and consideration again . " " Well , thank you for your time and consideration again . ", You are welcome . "Hello ! I ’ m now trying to take a bath , but there are too many buttons , would tell me how to use them ? "," I see , we have an explanation left on the table . If you follow the direction , it ’ s quite simple . " " I see , we have an explanation left on the table . If you follow the direction , it ’ s quite simple . "," I read it , but I couldn ’ t understand it . Would you come to my room and tell me how to use them ? " " I read it , but I couldn ’ t understand it . Would you come to my room and tell me how to use them ? "," Oh , certainly . " " Oh , certainly . ", And also tell me how to use other switches . " No , I'm good . All we need now is our check . "," Our waitress has been kind of scarce tonight , hasn't she ? " " Our waitress has been kind of scarce tonight , hasn't she ? "," I think that is our waitress is over by the bar . Boy , the service has not been good this evening . " " I think that is our waitress is over by the bar . Boy , the service has not been good this evening . "," She doesn't appear to be headed this way , so I will go get the check . " " She doesn't appear to be headed this way , so I will go get the check . ", Good . Just bring it back and we'll total it together . Good . Just bring it back and we'll total it together . , Our total for dinner is $ 36.00 . Our total for dinner is $ 36.00 . , What do you think would be the right amount to tip ? What do you think would be the right amount to tip ? , I kind of don't want to leave any tip for the lousy service we received . I kind of don't want to leave any tip for the lousy service we received . ," I agree that it was bad service , but I heard one of the other waiters mentioning that it was our server's first night on the job . " " I agree that it was bad service , but I heard one of the other waiters mentioning that it was our server's first night on the job . ", I believe that 10 % is just about right amount . I believe that 10 % is just about right amount . , I think that a tip of $ 3.60 will be the right amount to leave . How do you think people get their personalities ? , I think it ’ s mainly from the environment a person lives in . I think it ’ s mainly from the environment a person lives in . , Don ’ t you think people get their personalities from their parents ? Don ’ t you think people get their personalities from their parents ? ," No , but parents control a lot of the environment that kids grow up in , so they certainly influence their kids ' personalities a lot . " " No , but parents control a lot of the environment that kids grow up in , so they certainly influence their kids ' personalities a lot . ", So why do you think many kids have personalities that are so different from their parents . So why do you think many kids have personalities that are so different from their parents . ," Maybe when they become teenagers , they want to be completely different to their parents . " " Maybe when they become teenagers , they want to be completely different to their parents . "," You might be right . I guess most parents want their kids to be like them , but kids today grow up in a different environment . You know , they know much more about the world from the internet , newspapers , and tv . " " You might be right . I guess most parents want their kids to be like them , but kids today grow up in a different environment . You know , they know much more about the world from the internet , newspapers , and tv . ", Do you think that teenagers get a lot of their bad behaviour from tv and movies ? Do you think that teenagers get a lot of their bad behaviour from tv and movies ? , Maybe some of it . I think a lot of people blame TV and movies when the real problem is that the parents aren ’ t bringing their child up correctly . Maybe some of it . I think a lot of people blame TV and movies when the real problem is that the parents aren ’ t bringing their child up correctly . , Parents have a difficult job . They have to bring up their children and usually have to work too . Parents have a difficult job . They have to bring up their children and usually have to work too . ," Yes , that ’ s true . Your son is doing well at school , isn ’ t he ? " " Yes , that ’ s true . Your son is doing well at school , isn ’ t he ? "," Yes , he is . He ’ s very hardworking when he ’ s at school . Then he comes home from school and does homework before dinner . After dinner , he goes out with his friends . " " Yes , he is . He ’ s very hardworking when he ’ s at school . Then he comes home from school and does homework before dinner . After dinner , he goes out with his friends . "," So , he ’ s not a bookworm ? It ’ s good that he has an outgoing personality . Some kids are very quiet and introverted . You wonder they ’ ll survive in the real world without their parents to support them . " Thanks for inviting me to your friend ’ s wedding . I was surprised to hear the bride and groom talking to each other that way during the marriage ceremony . Is that common ? ," Well , some people use a standard set of words , but many couples today write their own wedding vows . " " Well , some people use a standard set of words , but many couples today write their own wedding vows . "," Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me . " " Your tradition of throwing rice as they got into their car was interesting , but it didn't look like real rice to me . ", It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it . It wasn't . It was birdseed . We don't throw rice anymore because someone discovered that birds come along and eat the rice and have trouble digesting it . ," Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions . " " Oh , I didn't think of that . Well , this reception reminds me of weddingparties back in China . Plenty of food and drink , music and dancing , and interesting traditions . ", Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch . Wait until you see what happens next ! The bride is getting ready to throw her bouquet . Let's go over and watch . ," She ’ s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it ! " " She ’ s got quite a crowd around her . Oh , look ! That little girl caught it ! ", She ’ s my friend ’ s ten-year-old niece . I guess there won ’ t be another wedding in this family for a long time . Are we supposed to get off right here ? , I think so ; hurry up and get off . I think so ; hurry up and get off . , Where are we ? Where are we ? , I don't know . I don't know . , You said this was the right stop . You said this was the right stop . , I think I was wrong . I think I was wrong . , Did we get off the bus too early ? Did we get off the bus too early ? , I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did . I don't know ; it kind of looks like we did . , Why did you tell me to get off ? Why did you tell me to get off ? , I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop . I'm sorry . I thought this was our stop . , I really don't feel like walking . I really don't feel like walking . , We could always wait for the next bus to come . "So that will be one teddy , two terry cloth robes , three pairs of satin slippers , and two pairs of pajamas . "," Does all that come to 10,000 NT ? " " Does all that come to 10,000 NT ? "," Let me see ... yes , 15,880 NT . After the discount , your total comes to 12,704 NT . Here's your free teddy bear , free panties and your card application . " " Let me see ... yes , 15,880 NT . After the discount , your total comes to 12,704 NT . Here's your free teddy bear , free panties and your card application . ", Where do I sign ? Where do I sign ? , Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week . Right here . And write your address . You'll get the card in the mail within a week . , OK . OK . ," I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear . " " I know your friend will like the gift set , especially the teddy bear . "," Well , the teddy bear is for me ! " " Well , the teddy bear is for me ! ", Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges . There are no refunds on sale items . "Pam , where's the closest ATM ? ", It's not that far . Do you see that Yellow building over there ? It's not that far . Do you see that Yellow building over there ? , The big one or the small one ? The big one or the small one ? , The big one . The big one . , Yes . Yes . ," It's right next to it , on the right . " " It's right next to it , on the right . ", Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ? Do you know if there's a convenience store around here ? ," I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now . " " I don't think there's one around here . The closest one is on 3rd street , but that's probably closed now . ", I really need to get some things before I leave . I really need to get some things before I leave . ," Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day . " " Well , you could go down to 22nd street . There are lot of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day . ", Can I take the subway to get there ? Can I take the subway to get there ? ," Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab . " " Yes , but that'll probably take about half an hour . You should just take a cab . ", Won't that be expensive ? Won't that be expensive ? ," No , from here I think it's only about 5 dollars . " "Hi Wei , what are you going to do this weekend ? ", I think I ’ ll stay in on Saturday and rest . I think I ’ ll stay in on Saturday and rest . , Oh right ... How about Sunday ? Oh right ... How about Sunday ? ," Ah , I ’ m going to the pub to watch the football . " " Ah , I ’ m going to the pub to watch the football . ", Oh really ? I ’ ll come along with you if that ’ s ok . Oh really ? I ’ ll come along with you if that ’ s ok . ," Sure , you ’ re more than welcome . I ’ m meeting everyone at three o ’ clock . " " Sure , you ’ re more than welcome . I ’ m meeting everyone at three o ’ clock . "," Oh great , I ’ ll see you there ! " "Good afternoon , is there anything I can do for you ? ", Yes . My eyes are small so I want to buy false eyelashes . Yes . My eyes are small so I want to buy false eyelashes . , That will make your eyes seem bigger . That will make your eyes seem bigger . , Can you recommend me one ? Can you recommend me one ? , Sure . It's the latest . "Hello , who is speaking , please ? "," Hello , Mr . Stern . This is Hao Bo from the International Travel Agency . I have made the plane reservations for you . " " Hello , Mr . Stern . This is Hao Bo from the International Travel Agency . I have made the plane reservations for you . "," Oh , good . Let me get a pencil and take down the information . Well , go ahead , please . " " Oh , good . Let me get a pencil and take down the information . Well , go ahead , please . "," Okay . You'll be travelling on Northwest Airlines , flight number 222 . " " Okay . You'll be travelling on Northwest Airlines , flight number 222 . ", What time does it leave ? What time does it leave ? , It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 . It departs Guangzhou at 10:30 on the morning of July 10 . , That is good . That is good . ," You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ? " " You want to fly first class . Is that correct , Mr . Stern ? ", That's right . That's right . ," Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C . " " Well , I have got you three first class tickets and I have reserved your seats . Your seat numbers are 8A , 8B and 8C . "," Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ? " " Those are in the non-smoking section , aren't they ? "," Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three . " " Yes , they are . I have charged the tickets to your credit card . They are 630 dollars each , so It is 1890 dollars for all three . "," Fine , thank you very much . " " Fine , thank you very much . ", One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ? One more thing . Could you give me the names of the people you'll be travelling with ? ," Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern . " " Sure . They are my kids , Alex and Kathy Stern . ", All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight . All right . You're all set . Have a nice flight . , Thanks . What about the working hours ? ," Working conditions are very relaxed . You may work whatever hours you want , provided you get your job done properly . " " Working conditions are very relaxed . You may work whatever hours you want , provided you get your job done properly . ", I like flexible hours . I like flexible hours . , Would you mind changing the position or working place you've applied for ? Would you mind changing the position or working place you've applied for ? ," No , I don't . " did you go to university ? ," yes , I graduated with a BA in English from Qingdao University . " " yes , I graduated with a BA in English from Qingdao University . ", when did you graduate ? when did you graduate ? , just a few years ago . What about you ? just a few years ago . What about you ? , I just graduated from high school . I just graduated from high school . , are you planning on going to university ? are you planning on going to university ? ," I'd like to get a BA , but I don't know where I should go . " " I'd like to get a BA , but I don't know where I should go . ", have you applied anywhere yet ? have you applied anywhere yet ? ," yes , I've applied to four universities and have been accepted into all of them . " " yes , I've applied to four universities and have been accepted into all of them . ", congratulations ! Which one is the cheapest ? congratulations ! Which one is the cheapest ? , the tuition is the same for all of them . the tuition is the same for all of them . , which one has the most interesting course ? which one has the most interesting course ? ," I think the course at Leeds University is interesting , but I think the one at Manchester University would be more practical . " " I think the course at Leeds University is interesting , but I think the one at Manchester University would be more practical . ", where would you like to be located ? where would you like to be located ? ," I'd really like to be in London , but it's the most expensive city in England to live in , so I don't know if I can afford to live there . " " I'd really like to be in London , but it's the most expensive city in England to live in , so I don't know if I can afford to live there . ", have you applied for grants or financial aid of some sort ? have you applied for grants or financial aid of some sort ? , not yet . not yet . , I think you should do that soon . It will help you make a decision about the school you go to . I think you should do that soon . It will help you make a decision about the school you go to . , that's a good idea . that's a good idea . , good luck ! I'm so thirsty . , Let's go get something to drink . Let's go get something to drink . , That's a good idea . That's a good idea . , Do you know what you want to drink ? Do you know what you want to drink ? , I kind of want a soda . I kind of want a soda . , You shouldn't drink soda when you're really thirsty . You shouldn't drink soda when you're really thirsty . , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," When you're thirsty , you're not supposed to drink soda . " " When you're thirsty , you're not supposed to drink soda . ", What are you supposed to drink ? What are you supposed to drink ? , Water is what's best for you . Water is what's best for you . , I guess I will get water . I guess I will get water . , It's better for you . "Good morning , Oriental Electric Limited . "," Hello , this is Catherine . I am calling about the appointment with Mr . Liu for this afternoon . Something has just come up . I am afraid the appointment will have to be rescheduled . I am very sorry about the change . " " Hello , this is Catherine . I am calling about the appointment with Mr . Liu for this afternoon . Something has just come up . I am afraid the appointment will have to be rescheduled . I am very sorry about the change . ", That is all right . Maybe we can make another arrangement . That is all right . Maybe we can make another arrangement . , You are very kind to say so . Thank you . Do you think tomorrow morning would suit him ? You are very kind to say so . Thank you . Do you think tomorrow morning would suit him ? ," I'm afraid there is a bit of a problem . in fact , he has booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon . " " I'm afraid there is a bit of a problem . in fact , he has booked up the whole week except tomorrow afternoon . ", Tomorrow afternoon . Um ... When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ? Tomorrow afternoon . Um ... When do you think I can come and see him tomorrow afternoon ? ," Please let me check ... Tomorrow afternoon ... Yes , he'll be free from 3:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ? " " Please let me check ... Tomorrow afternoon ... Yes , he'll be free from 3:00 tomorrow afternoon . Do you think it's convenient for you ? "," Yes , that's quite all right for me . Can we change it ? " " Yes , that's quite all right for me . Can we change it ? ", All right . Let's change it . Tomorrow afternoon at three . I am going to schedule it for that time and inform Mr.Liu about the change . All right . Let's change it . Tomorrow afternoon at three . I am going to schedule it for that time and inform Mr.Liu about the change . , Thank you very much . See you tomorrow afternoon . Thank you very much . See you tomorrow afternoon . , See you . Do you have any vacancies ? ," Yes , we have a nice room on the sixth floor . " " Yes , we have a nice room on the sixth floor . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , 200 yuan a night . 200 yuan a night . , OK . Dose it include breakfast ? OK . Dose it include breakfast ? , Yes . And could I have your name ? Yes . And could I have your name ? , Kate Green . Kate Green . , How long do you want to stay ? How long do you want to stay ? , 5 days . And could you send a bellboy to pick up my luggage ? 5 days . And could you send a bellboy to pick up my luggage ? , Sure . We'll be there in a few minutes . Sure . We'll be there in a few minutes . , Could you keep my valuables ? Could you keep my valuables ? , We'd like to . You may call the attendant if you need any help . I can ’ t believe my English teacher is making me read pride and prejudice ! ," Why not ! It ’ s a classic . In fact , it ’ s one of my favorite novels . " " Why not ! It ’ s a classic . In fact , it ’ s one of my favorite novels . ", But it ’ s so old . But it ’ s so old . , Don ’ t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ’ s about ? Don ’ t judge a book by its cover . Do you Kwon what it ’ s about ? ," No , not at all . " " No , not at all . "," First of all , it ’ s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century . " " First of all , it ’ s a romance novel , set in the early 19th century . ", I didn ’ t realize it was a romance novel . What ’ s the main storyline ? I didn ’ t realize it was a romance novel . What ’ s the main storyline ? , It ’ s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls . It ’ s basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls . , Why does he want to do that ? Why does he want to do that ? ," Since he doesn ’ t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for . " " Since he doesn ’ t have a son , he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man . That way , all of his daughters will be cared for . ", Won ’ t they get his inheritance ? Won ’ t they get his inheritance ? ," No , that ’ s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing . " " No , that ’ s the problem . Though they are well-off , once he dies , his house will go to his cousin . So , when he dies , the girls will have nothing . ", I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ’ t so horrible after all . I see . This sounds interesting ! Maybe my teacher isn ’ t so horrible after all . ," So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ? " " So , are you going to read the novel or watch the movie ? ", There ’ s movie ? My teacher didn ’ t tell me that ! There ’ s movie ? My teacher didn ’ t tell me that ! , That ’ s probably because she wants you to read the book first . That ’ s probably because she wants you to read the book first . , It would take a lot less time ... It would take a lot less time ... , How about this . When you finish the book . I ’ ll get the movie and watch it with you . How about this . When you finish the book . I ’ ll get the movie and watch it with you . , Ok . That sounds like a deal . Can I take this bus to city center ? , Can you tell me the exact place ? Can you tell me the exact place ? , The Empire Hotel . The Empire Hotel . ," Yes . But this one is full , you have to wait for the next one . " " Yes . But this one is full , you have to wait for the next one . ", Well . I think I will wait . "wow , the duck looks so delicious . Should we order it , Rick ? ", the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces . There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each . the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces . There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each . , I see . The chef is so skillful with his knife . I see . The chef is so skillful with his knife . ," absolutely . It is said that they serve 3,000 ducks every day . " " absolutely . It is said that they serve 3,000 ducks every day . "," incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ? " " incredible . By the way , what are these in the plates ? "," oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one . " " oh , they are pancakes , hollowed sesame buns , scallions , cucumbers and oisin sauce . I will show you how to make one . ", thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste . thank you . I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste . ," Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy . " " Just roll it up and have a bite , Amy . "," oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ? " " oh , it's terrific . I love the floor . Can you tell me how it was prepared ? "," certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique " " certainly . First , a Beijing duck is specially selected . After it is cleaned and dressed , it will be roasted in an open oven . Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a unique ", it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great . it sounds really complicated . No wonder it tastes so great . ," Yes , Amy , please have some more . " When can I move into my new house ? ," The current owners will be moving out on Tuesday , so technically you could pick up the keys and move in on Wednesday . " " The current owners will be moving out on Tuesday , so technically you could pick up the keys and move in on Wednesday . ", Will the utilities be turned on ? Will the utilities be turned on ? , You need to contact the utility company and make arrangements to transfer the utilities to your name . You need to contact the utility company and make arrangements to transfer the utilities to your name . , I really want to paint the walls right away and get the carpet cleaned . I really want to paint the walls right away and get the carpet cleaned . ," If I were you , I would take a few days to take care of those things before you move in . " " If I were you , I would take a few days to take care of those things before you move in . ", I was thinking that I should have my new appliances delivered as we are moving in . I was thinking that I should have my new appliances delivered as we are moving in . ," That would be perfect . That way , someone will be there , but you will have them right away . " " That would be perfect . That way , someone will be there , but you will have them right away . ", Can you help me on my move-in day ? Can you help me on my move-in day ? , I think that I have something else really important to do on that day . I just can ’ t remember what it is . "I have been very busy this year , working late , often taking work home and taking no vacation . I feel exhausted . ", You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit . You worked so hard . You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit . You worked so hard . ," You are right . For the past few weeks , I had no appetite and couldn ’ t sleep well . What ’ s worse my back started aching this Monday . It is time for me to take a vacation . " Can I also take the MET to get there ? ," Yeah sure , it's much quicker . Do you know how ? " " Yeah sure , it's much quicker . Do you know how ? "," No , can I trouble you to lend me a hand ? " " No , can I trouble you to lend me a hand ? "," Ok , not a problem . Let's go to the station . " " Ok , not a problem . Let's go to the station . "," You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ? " " You have to buy a ticket first . You want to go to Shi Da , right ? ", Yeah . Yeah . ," Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station . " " Ok , then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station . ", Where is that ? Where is that ? , Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay . Look at the map to see where you are . Then look at where you want to go . The number is how much money you have to pay . ," Oh , that's simple enough . " " Oh , that's simple enough . "," Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform . " " Then , when you have your ticket , you go wait on the platform . ", Anything else I should know ? Anything else I should know ? , Just remember to hold on to your ticket . You need it to get out of the station when you get there . "Hi , Mr . James , what's the rush ? ", The bank closes in 30 minutes and I need to cash a check . The bank closes in 30 minutes and I need to cash a check . , I can lend you some money . I can lend you some money . , Thanks . But it's necessary for me to buy a TV set . Thanks . But it's necessary for me to buy a TV set . , Can I help in anyway ? Can I help in anyway ? , You can take me to the bank if you want to . You can take me to the bank if you want to . , Sure . Let ’ s go . "If you're observant you'll see rare birds , insects , butterflies , and a few reptiles . But you must look for them . There are also a few am-phibians in lower places . "," Well , let's move , I can see a rest area ahead.We can relax there , and see what wildlife is around ... " " Well , let's move , I can see a rest area ahead.We can relax there , and see what wildlife is around ... "," Huh ! I am really out-of-shape , Why aren't you out-of-breath ? " " Huh ! I am really out-of-shape , Why aren't you out-of-breath ? ", Because I come hiking every week . That's why I'm in good-shape . I think that I should bring you a walkingstick next time . Because I come hiking every week . That's why I'm in good-shape . I think that I should bring you a walkingstick next time . ," How can you say that ? But , you could give me a piggyback the rest of the way . " " How can you say that ? But , you could give me a piggyback the rest of the way . "," So , you want me to carry your backpack , your thermos flask , our picnic , and you as well . No problem , jump on . " Here's 30 yuan for my ticket . , Keep it . I'm buying tonight . Keep it . I'm buying tonight . ," No , you can't do that . " " No , you can't do that . "," Sure I can , my treat . " Hello . I have left my key in my room . But I can't get in now . , May I have your name and room number ? May I have your name and room number ? , I am Molopo and my room is 5022 . I am Molopo and my room is 5022 . , OK.sir . Please go upstairs . Someone will open the door for you . OK.sir . Please go upstairs . Someone will open the door for you . , Thanks a lot . Hello . Capital Hotel . May I help you ? ," Yes , unlikely my flight will be 2 hours due to the fog . Would you please keep my reservation ? " " Yes , unlikely my flight will be 2 hours due to the fog . Would you please keep my reservation ? ", Sure . May I have your name please ? Sure . May I have your name please ? , Lincoln . That's L-I-N-C-O-L-N . Thank you . What's so special today ? , Why ? Why ? , Didn't you notice all the roses ? Didn't you notice all the roses ? , It's July 7th . Chinese Valentine's Day ! It's July 7th . Chinese Valentine's Day ! ," Oh , God . I just forget it . " " Oh , God . I just forget it . ", I thought you had trouble with Clive ! I thought you had trouble with Clive ! , No . But now he will be in bigger trouble ! What's a boyfriend for ? Forget about Valentine's Day ? No . But now he will be in bigger trouble ! What's a boyfriend for ? Forget about Valentine's Day ? , Poor guy ! It's not fair . You forgot it too . Poor guy ! It's not fair . You forgot it too . ," Oh , it's Clive . " " Oh , it's Clive . ", Wow ! Good timing . Wow ! Good timing . , Excuse me for a while.Clive asked me out to a movie ! Do you want to join us ? Excuse me for a while.Clive asked me out to a movie ! Do you want to join us ? , Come on . Two is company . Come on . Two is company . , So what ? So what ? , It's Valentine's Day . Come on . Just go . "Hey , Jim . Wake up ! ", Do I have to get up now ? Do I have to get up now ? , You'd better get up or you'll be late . You'd better get up or you'll be late . , What are you talking about ? The alarm hasn't even gone off yet . What are you talking about ? The alarm hasn't even gone off yet . ," Yes , It has . It went off 30 minutes ago . " " Yes , It has . It went off 30 minutes ago . ", I must have slept right through it . I must have slept right through it . ," Rise and shine , sleepyhead . " " Rise and shine , sleepyhead . ", Just let me sleep five more minutes . Were you able to contact the owners about my counter-offer ? ," Yes , please have a seat , and we ’ ll discuss this right now . " " Yes , please have a seat , and we ’ ll discuss this right now . ", I hope that they accepted the counter-offer . I hope that they accepted the counter-offer . ," The counter-offer was acceptable to them , but they want you to pay for the home inspection . " " The counter-offer was acceptable to them , but they want you to pay for the home inspection . ", Will the home inspection cost me a lot ? Will the home inspection cost me a lot ? , It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars . It can cost as little as five hundred dollars and as much as one thousand dollars . , Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ? Is it my choice as to who inspects this house ? ," Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find . " " Yes , it is your choice as you are paying for it . Make a wise investment and choose the best inspector you can find . ", How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ? How long until you contact the sellers with my acceptance ? , Let ’ s call them right now . I am sure that they will be happy to hear that you have agreed to pay for the inspection . "Can I help you , Ma'am ? ", I need a phone card for this new cell phone . I need a phone card for this new cell phone . , Cool phone . What kind of phone card do you want ? Cool phone . What kind of phone card do you want ? , It's for my daughter who is still a senior high school student . It's for my daughter who is still a senior high school student . , Then the M-Zone will be suitable . Then the M-Zone will be suitable . , What's special with the service ? What's special with the service ? , You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that . You know students use tested message service . And they provide favorable service for that . , That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card . That's nice . And I need a pre-paid phone card . ," Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now . " " Oh , there is a sales promotion for it now . "," Oh , good . Then what is it ? " " Oh , good . Then what is it ? "," If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free . " " If you buy a pre-paid phone card worth 100 yuan today , you will get 50 yuan for free . ", May I have two of them ? May I have two of them ? , Sure . As many as you want . Sure . As many as you want . ," Okay , then a third one for my husband too . " Good morning . Please come into my office . , Good morning . Thank you . Good morning . Thank you . , I see that you have some impressive writing experience . I see that you have some impressive writing experience . , Yes . I have written for several top newspapers in the country . I ’ m also in the process of writing my first novel . Yes . I have written for several top newspapers in the country . I ’ m also in the process of writing my first novel . , Wonderful . I ’ d like to know why you ’ re interested in this position at our paper . We scored six goals . , I don't believe it . I don't believe it . , And I score three of them . And I score three of them . , You are not serious ? You are not serious ? , We had extra time of course . We had extra time of course . , I can believe that . Were you able to get a look at the suspect's face ? , Yes . I know exactly what he looks like . Yes . I know exactly what he looks like . , I must ask you to pick him out of a line-up . I must ask you to pick him out of a line-up . , That won't be a problem . That won't be a problem . , Look closely at the five men in this line-up . Look closely at the five men in this line-up . , I am looking . I am looking . , Do you see the suspect ? Do you see the suspect ? , Yes . He's in the line-up . Yes . He's in the line-up . , What number is the suspect ? What number is the suspect ? , Number four . Number four . , Thank you for all your help . Thank you for all your help . , It was no problem at all . Come on . All of us are waiting for you . ," Oh , sorry . Cross my fingers . " "Excuse me , but please empty your pockets of all the metal things and put them in this tray . ", Including my keys ? Including my keys ? ," Yes , and please step over there . " " Yes , and please step over there . ", All right . What shall I do now ? All right . What shall I do now ? , Just open your bags so we can check them . After that you can pick them up right behind that X-ray machine . Just open your bags so we can check them . After that you can pick them up right behind that X-ray machine . , I've got film in my bag . I've got film in my bag . , That's all right . This machine will not damage the film . That's all right . This machine will not damage the film . , That's fine . That's fine . , Can I have your boarding pass ? We need to stamp it . Can I have your boarding pass ? We need to stamp it . , Sure . Here you are . Sure . Here you are . , Thank you . Thank you . , Am I through now ? Am I through now ? , Yes . Here is your boarding pass . Yes . Here is your boarding pass . , Thank you and goodbye . How do you like this one ? It's nice and cheap It's only thirty-four dollars . , Have you got anything cheaper ? Have you got anything cheaper ? , Sorry . I think that's the cheapest Sorry . I think that's the cheapest , May I try it on ? May I try it on ? , Yes . you can The fitting room is right over there . Yes . you can The fitting room is right over there . , All right . I think I'll take it . Shall we sing with a karaoke ? , Great idea ! I do it every so often . Great idea ! I do it every so often . ," For us , karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment . " " For us , karaoke is becoming a popular entertainment . "," Yep . If you are a good singer , your audience will feel comfortable , right ? " " Yep . If you are a good singer , your audience will feel comfortable , right ? "," I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny . " " I can not agree with you more . And if you are an awful one , that will be funny . ", I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter . I remembered Tom is always out of tune . We burst into laughter . , Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ? Is that true ? Shall we invite him to join with us ? , So tricky ! Flowers for my favorite girl . , How did you know that I love red roses ? How did you know that I love red roses ? ," That's a secret . Here , let me help you with your coat , and we'll be on our way . " " That's a secret . Here , let me help you with your coat , and we'll be on our way . ", ( at the dance ) That band is playing good music . Shall we dance ? ( at the dance ) That band is playing good music . Shall we dance ? ," Fine , what do you call this ? " " Fine , what do you call this ? ", Foxtrot . Oh . you're a good dancer . Foxtrot . Oh . you're a good dancer . , Really ? Thank you . I am thinking the same thing about you . Really ? Thank you . I am thinking the same thing about you . , I prefer the old style of dance because I enjoy holding a pretty girl like you closely . Did you hear who won the election ? , I can ’ t believe that Obama won . I can ’ t believe that Obama won . , I couldn ’ t be happier to know that he ’ s our new President . I couldn ’ t be happier to know that he ’ s our new President . , I know ! He just made history ! I know ! He just made history ! ," You voted for him , right ? " " You voted for him , right ? ", I did . Did you ? I did . Did you ? , I voted for him . I voted for him . , I am so happy that he is our new President ! I am so happy that he is our new President ! , So am I . So am I . , I hope that he brings change to America . I hope that he brings change to America . , I have faith in him . I have faith in him . , I have faith in our new President . "When the interview finally comes to an end , the interviewee will probably breathe a sigh of relief . "," Still , you should not let down your guard . Some details should be paid attention to . " " Still , you should not let down your guard . Some details should be paid attention to . ", At this moment you can thank the interviewer again for the opportunity of the interview . At this moment you can thank the interviewer again for the opportunity of the interview . , You can also ask the interviewer about your performance today . You can also ask the interviewer about your performance today . , Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply . Don't forget to ask when you can receive a reply . , And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary . And it's best to ask about the second interview if necessary . , You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently . You should state politely that you will wait for the results patiently . , You can ask questions about the position you are applying for . You can ask questions about the position you are applying for . ," In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get . " " In this case , you should remember to give thanks for the reply you get . ", Of course . Of course . , Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave . Just say goodbye to the interviewer before you leave . ," Besides , remember to make acknowledgments through an E-mail or a call . " I hate this kind of weather ! ," When I was a kid , there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather . " " When I was a kid , there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather . ", I think he had water on the brain . This is bad . I think he had water on the brain . This is bad . , He said there are only all kinds of good weather . He said there are only all kinds of good weather . ," Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ? " " Okay , Pollyanna , what's so good about this weather ? "," Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home . " " Well , for one , we have an excuse to stay home . ", We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ? We ' get ' to stay home ? Do you know something that I don't ? , I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us . Could you do something to advance your time of shipment ? ," Well , our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment . I'm afraid it's very difficult to improve any further on the time . " " Well , our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment . I'm afraid it's very difficult to improve any further on the time . ", I hope you'll try to convince them to step up production . I hope you'll try to convince them to step up production . ," We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day . As new orders keep coming in , they are working three shifts to step up production . I'm sorry , but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill . " " We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day . As new orders keep coming in , they are working three shifts to step up production . I'm sorry , but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill . "," Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ? " " Well , in that case , there is nothing more to be said . What's your last word as to the date then ? ", I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise . I said by the middle of October . This is the best we can promise . , All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September . All right . I'll take you at your word . May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier ? Our letter of credit will be opened early September . ," Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email . " " Good . Let's call it a deal . We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September . The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled . But of course you cannot count on that . In any case , we'll let you know by email . "," That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ? " " That's very considerate of you . And now , shall we discuss the insurance terms ? "," We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request . " " We generally insure W . P . ( W . P . A ) on a C . I . F . offer . Special risks , such as TEND ( Theft , Pilferage and Non-delivery ) , leakage , breakage , oil , freshwater , etc . can also be covered upon request . ", I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account . I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account . ," Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them . " " Quite right . According to the usual practice in international trade , special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them . "," Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ? " " Then what about SICC ( Strikes , Riots and Civil Commotions ) ? Can we request you to cover this for our imports ? "," Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like . " " Yes , we accept it now , after it has been suspended for many years . However , if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end , you may arrange the insurance as you like . ", Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction . Then please cover W . P . A . and TEND for this transaction . ," All right , I'll adjust the price accordingly . " I'm so busy . I don't know how will get this done . , You're not the only one with a lot to do . We are all in the same boat . "Well , that's all for the interview . Thank you for your interest in this job . ", You are welcome . Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me . You are welcome . Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me . , May I call you about our final decision ? May I call you about our final decision ? ," Yes , please . My telephone number is 2974-5328 , and you can call me at any time in the daytime . " " Yes , please . My telephone number is 2974-5328 , and you can call me at any time in the daytime . ", We will get in touch with you by the end of next week . We will get in touch with you by the end of next week . , Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ? Great . I will look forward to hearing from you . And do I need the second interview ? , We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye . We'll notify you if necessary . Goodbye . , Goodbye . Thanks for your help . ," No problem , anytime . " " No problem , anytime . ", Let me know if I can do anything for you . Let me know if I can do anything for you . ," Okay , thank you . " Did you see the letter I got from Bradford Films ? They sent it in response to your phone call last week . ," If they wanted to say something about my call last week , why didn ’ t they sand it to me ? " " If they wanted to say something about my call last week , why didn ’ t they sand it to me ? "," I guess they must not have your contact information , so they sent it addressed in care of your department head . Anyhow , they wrote to confirm in writing what you discussed about the Milton contract . " " I guess they must not have your contact information , so they sent it addressed in care of your department head . Anyhow , they wrote to confirm in writing what you discussed about the Milton contract . ", Can I see it for a second ? Can I see it for a second ? ," Sure , here it is ... " " Sure , here it is ... "," Dear Mr . Clark , Further to our telephone call last Friday , I am writing to confirm our meeting on july 21 . As we discusses , our meeting is to review the contract details . " " Dear Mr . Clark , Further to our telephone call last Friday , I am writing to confirm our meeting on july 21 . As we discusses , our meeting is to review the contract details . ", Did they ask you to send the files beforehand ? Did they ask you to send the files beforehand ? ," Let ’ s see , ” we would e grateful if you could please send related materials to our office prior to our meeting . ” It looks like ... hey , was there anything else sent along with this letter ? " " Let ’ s see , ” we would e grateful if you could please send related materials to our office prior to our meeting . ” It looks like ... hey , was there anything else sent along with this letter ? "," I don't think so , why do you ask ? " " I don't think so , why do you ask ? "," The letter reads , “ please find enclosed a copy of our agenda for your review . ” I don ’ t see anything else in the envelope ... " " The letter reads , “ please find enclosed a copy of our agenda for your review . ” I don ’ t see anything else in the envelope ... ", Maybe they forgot to attach it to the letter . You should give them another call . You'll love this . It's a chick drink . , What's that supposed to mean — that it's weak ? What's that supposed to mean — that it's weak ? ," Well , that too . I mean that it's kind of sweet . See if you can guess what's in it . " " Well , that too . I mean that it's kind of sweet . See if you can guess what's in it . "," Mmm ! Beer , tequila , and ... lime ! " " Mmm ! Beer , tequila , and ... lime ! "," Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ? " " Not bad . You really know your booze ... So I guess you know what's in the salsa , too ? "," Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ... " " Fresh tomatoes , green and white onions ... "," Don't tell me you're a salsa expert , too ! " Front desk . May I help you ? , I ’ m going to check out tomorrow . Then we ’ ll be back in a week ’ s time . Can I leave my luggage here . I ’ m going to check out tomorrow . Then we ’ ll be back in a week ’ s time . Can I leave my luggage here . , Yes . Sure . You do have storage service . When will be checking out tomorrow ? Yes . Sure . You do have storage service . When will be checking out tomorrow ? , About nine thirty in the morning . About nine thirty in the morning . , Shall we arrange a bail boy to pick up your luggage at nine o ’ clock ? Shall we arrange a bail boy to pick up your luggage at nine o ’ clock ? , Sure . Sure . , May I have your room number please ? May I have your room number please ? , 1218 . 1218 . , 1218 . we ’ ll collect your luggage at nine o ’ clock tomorrow . Would you then come to the front desk to get your storage receipt please ? 1218 . we ’ ll collect your luggage at nine o ’ clock tomorrow . Would you then come to the front desk to get your storage receipt please ? , Thank you very much .. Bye . Thank you very much .. Bye . , You ’ re welcome . Good-Bye . You'll have to take a make-up exam in logic . ," Oh , I thought I did a good job . " " Oh , I thought I did a good job . ", Sorry to say you failed . Sorry to say you failed . ," Anyway , I have to face the music this time . " How did you get around over there ? Did you rent cars ? ," No , that would be too expensive . We used the train system.We bought a special pass called a Enrail pass . It lets people use the train wherever they want , as often as they want . " " No , that would be too expensive . We used the train system.We bought a special pass called a Enrail pass . It lets people use the train wherever they want , as often as they want . ", I've heard about Enrail passes.So those Europeans really depend on trains a lot . I've heard about Enrail passes.So those Europeans really depend on trains a lot . ," Yes , they do . I wish we Americans had a better train system . " " Yes , they do . I wish we Americans had a better train system . "," I know . Our train system is lousy.And besides , Americans love their cars too much . " " I know . Our train system is lousy.And besides , Americans love their cars too much . ", I agree . And probably the automobile companies are too powerful.They never allowed the government to develop trains . I agree . And probably the automobile companies are too powerful.They never allowed the government to develop trains . , It's too bad for the environment . So much pollution from cars . It's too bad for the environment . So much pollution from cars . ," Americans love cars for different reasons , I think.One reason is that we are very individualistic.And cars are a very individual way of getting around.Americans like the freedom of driving around by themselves.They don't want to ride in a train or bus with a group of people . " " Americans love cars for different reasons , I think.One reason is that we are very individualistic.And cars are a very individual way of getting around.Americans like the freedom of driving around by themselves.They don't want to ride in a train or bus with a group of people . "," Yes , I agree . I think it is a cultural characteristic.It would be very hard to get us Americans to change this.But you know what ? Probably , in the future , Americans will have to change . " " Yes , I agree . I think it is a cultural characteristic.It would be very hard to get us Americans to change this.But you know what ? Probably , in the future , Americans will have to change . "," Why do you say "" have to "" ? " " Why do you say "" have to "" ? "," Because the earth's environment can't tolerate cars forever . I think cars are already causing global warming.When the problem gets more serious , world governments will have to start limiting car use . " " Because the earth's environment can't tolerate cars forever . I think cars are already causing global warming.When the problem gets more serious , world governments will have to start limiting car use . ", Maybe you're right . They will have to develop alternative transportation.But it will be hard in America . Too many people are used to cars.Even in our movies cars are very important . Maybe you're right . They will have to develop alternative transportation.But it will be hard in America . Too many people are used to cars.Even in our movies cars are very important . , Wow ! I didn't notice the time.It ' s almost noon . I have to get home . Wow ! I didn't notice the time.It ' s almost noon . I have to get home . , Do you want me to give you a ride ? Do you want me to give you a ride ? ," No , no problem . I have my car in the parking ramp around the corner . " " No , no problem . I have my car in the parking ramp around the corner . "," Alright.Well , I'll stay here and have another coffee . Nice running into you . " " Alright.Well , I'll stay here and have another coffee . Nice running into you . ", See you around . You're made a good choice . This china tea set is unusual . , Where was it from ? Where was it from ? , It was made in Jingdezhen . It was made in Jingdezhen . , Jingdezhen ? Isn't it called ' the capital of porcelain ' ? Jingdezhen ? Isn't it called ' the capital of porcelain ' ? , You are right . You are right . , This is the very thing I've been dreaming of . This is the very thing I've been dreaming of . , It is the best quality porcelain-the famous egg-shell China . It is the best quality porcelain-the famous egg-shell China . , It must be most precious . It must be most precious . , But it is really worth the price . I want to send some money to Australia . Could you handle it for me ? ," Yes , madam , how much would you like to remit ? " " Yes , madam , how much would you like to remit ? "," 2,000 AD $ . " " 2,000 AD $ . "," Which would you like to remit , by mail or by cable ? " " Which would you like to remit , by mail or by cable ? ", What is the difference between them ? What is the difference between them ? ," The cable will take less time for your account , in the meantime , the regular service charge is also higher than that of the mail one . " " The cable will take less time for your account , in the meantime , the regular service charge is also higher than that of the mail one . "," Well , I think the cable is better . " " Well , I think the cable is better . "," OK , please fill in the application form giving the name and address of beneficiary , your name and telephone . " " OK , please fill in the application form giving the name and address of beneficiary , your name and telephone . ", All right . Here you are . All right . Here you are . , Everything is OK . The commission is 50 yuan . Everything is OK . The commission is 50 yuan . , Here you are . Thanks a lot . Mr . Emory ? I think it ’ s time to get a new computer . ," Why , Christine ? I think the one we have is fine . " " Why , Christine ? I think the one we have is fine . "," For the amount of work we do on the computer these days , the one we ’ re using is just too weak . We really need a higher model . " " For the amount of work we do on the computer these days , the one we ’ re using is just too weak . We really need a higher model . "," Well , I ’ ll think about it . I don ’ t know whether accounting is going to agree to such a big purchase . " Would you mind if I ask some personal questions ? , No . I don ’ t . Please . No . I don ’ t . Please . , Are you in robust health ? Are you in robust health ? ," I have a little problem , I'm overweight for my height . I think I should go on a diet . " Welcome to Perfect Getaway Tours . How can I help you ? , I would like to plan a surprise getaway for me and my wife . I would like to plan a surprise getaway for me and my wife . ," Very well , we have a couple of different options such as beaches , the wilderness , the countryside or even going to a spa for the weekend . " " Very well , we have a couple of different options such as beaches , the wilderness , the countryside or even going to a spa for the weekend . ", I think something in the countryside would be nice . I think something in the countryside would be nice . , Perfect ! This package includes round-trip flights to New Hampshire . A free airport pick - up is included . Our VIP limousine will pick you up and provide you with complimentary champagne and finger Perfect ! This package includes round-trip flights to New Hampshire . A free airport pick - up is included . Our VIP limousine will pick you up and provide you with complimentary champagne and finger , Sounds good ! What is the hotel that we will be staying at like ? Sounds good ! What is the hotel that we will be staying at like ? , That is the best part.Your hotel is actually an old country villa that has been restored and refurbished to accommodate a maximum of that is guests.You will enjoy an intimate and private time in this That is the best part.Your hotel is actually an old country villa that has been restored and refurbished to accommodate a maximum of that is guests.You will enjoy an intimate and private time in this , Wow ! This sounds like something my wife would really enjoy ! Are there any outdoor activities we can take part in ? Wow ! This sounds like something my wife would really enjoy ! Are there any outdoor activities we can take part in ? , Of course ! The hotel has a stable with beautiful stallions for a very romantic horseback ride along the country trail . You can also go fishing to the nearby lake or visit the local vineyard . Of course ! The hotel has a stable with beautiful stallions for a very romantic horseback ride along the country trail . You can also go fishing to the nearby lake or visit the local vineyard . , I ’ m sold ! I want to book this trip . I don ’ t care what it costs ! Money is no object ! "Dear , can you drive me to the clinic ? ", I'm afraid I can't . I'm afraid I can't . , Why ? Why ? ," Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it . " " Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it . ", Could it be the battery ? Could it be the battery ? ," No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago.It must be other problems . " " No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago.It must be other problems . "," Well , I suppose it could be the gas . " " Well , I suppose it could be the gas . "," No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday . " " No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday . ", Perhaps it's the starter then ? Perhaps it's the starter then ? ," Yes , that's possible . " Did you happen to bring that book that we were talking about yesterday ? , I did . Let me go get it for you . Here you go . I did . Let me go get it for you . Here you go . , Thanks so much . Thanks so much . , I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish . I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish . , I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries . I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries . , So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ? So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary ? ," It says that traditionally , give something made of paper . " " It says that traditionally , give something made of paper . ", I can think of two things made of paper — stationery and money . How about your grades of study ? ," I had been doing quite well . In all subjects , I got excellent scores . " " I had been doing quite well . In all subjects , I got excellent scores . "," Well . In that case , you must have got good records in English , too . " " Well . In that case , you must have got good records in English , too . "," Yes , I was the top student among my classmates . " " Yes , I was the top student among my classmates . ", How about your oral English ? How about your oral English ? , Quite well . I took the National English Speaking Contest in CCTV 2008 and I got first place . "Hi , this is Ralph Simmons . With whom am I speaking ? "," This is Paula Blake , Mr . Simmons . How can I help you ? " " This is Paula Blake , Mr . Simmons . How can I help you ? ", I ’ m hoping you can sort a few things out for me . Could you pull up my account ? I ’ m hoping you can sort a few things out for me . Could you pull up my account ? ," Certainly , sir . Just tell me your account number please . " what are you listening to ? Is that Beethoven or Mozart ? , it's Beethoven . Do you like it ? it's Beethoven . Do you like it ? ," I think Beethoven's music is incredible . I've heard that listening to it can make you more intelligent , too . Do you believe that ? " " I think Beethoven's music is incredible . I've heard that listening to it can make you more intelligent , too . Do you believe that ? "," I don't know about that , but I do think that it helps people relax . " " I don't know about that , but I do think that it helps people relax . ", what other kind of music do you listen to ? what other kind of music do you listen to ? ," actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ? " " actually , I mostly just listen classical music . What about you ? "," to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me . " " to be honest , I think classical music is too complicated for me . ", what kind of music do you prefer then ? what kind of music do you prefer then ? , I like pop music . Do you ? I like pop music . Do you ? , not really . I don't think pop music has much depth . not really . I don't think pop music has much depth . , I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much . I see what you mean . I think that's way I like it so much . ," how long have you been in to pop music , then ? " " how long have you been in to pop music , then ? ", I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ? I've always been into it . Have you always liked classical music ? ," not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all . " " not really . When I was little , we didn't really listen to music at all . "," so , how did you become interested in it ? " " so , how did you become interested in it ? "," well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started . " " well , when I was about 10 years old , I started playing the piano . I think that's how it all started . ", do you still play piano ? do you still play piano ? ," yes , it's one of my hobbies . " "Finance , Angie speaking . "," Hi Angie , it ’ s Tom Reynolds here . Can you tell me if my tuition fees for this semester have been approved ? " " Hi Angie , it ’ s Tom Reynolds here . Can you tell me if my tuition fees for this semester have been approved ? "," Yes , Mr . Reynolds . They were approved yesterday . You can pick up the check today . " " Yes , Mr . Reynolds . They were approved yesterday . You can pick up the check today . "," Oh wow ! Thanks a million , Angie ! " I'm not satisfied with it . , Why not ? What's wrong with it ? Why not ? What's wrong with it ? ," Sometimes it goes fast . And sometimes it goes slow . And the alarm doesn'twork , either . " " Sometimes it goes fast . And sometimes it goes slow . And the alarm doesn'twork , either . ", Would you like another one ? Would you like another one ? , No . Can I have my money back ? No . Can I have my money back ? , Hmm ... have you got a receipt ? Hmm ... have you got a receipt ? , A receipt ? A receipt ? , Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt . Yes . I must see your receipt . You can't have your money back without receipt . ," Oh , I'm not certain , but I think I've lost it . " "Good afternoon , Pan Am . May I help you ? ", Yes . I'd like to make a reservation to New York for 18th next month . Yes . I'd like to make a reservation to New York for 18th next month . , Please wait a moment . Let me check for you.The flight is FW 711 and it arrives at 10:00 am . Please wait a moment . Let me check for you.The flight is FW 711 and it arrives at 10:00 am . , How long is that journey ? How long is that journey ? , 14 hours . 14 hours . , Thank you . The sun is shining . , But there're some mare's tails . But there're some mare's tails . , That's the sign of wind . That's the sign of wind . ," Oh , really , I thought it was a sign of rain . " What's the most popular sport in your country ? , Table tennis . Table tennis . , Do you play table tennis ? Do you play table tennis ? ," Not really , but I like watching . " What is that you have there ? , Aah ! Close your eyes . You aren't supposed to see this . Aah ! Close your eyes . You aren't supposed to see this . , Ah ha ! I caught you . Just let me peek . I won't tell anyone . Ah ha ! I caught you . Just let me peek . I won't tell anyone . , You can't peek ! This is a surprise . You can't peek ! This is a surprise . , How about one little hint ? How about one little hint ? ," Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree . " " Here's one little hint . If you don't go out right now , this won't be under the tree . ", That's a very good hint . That's a very good hint . , And please shut the door and lock it behind you ! "Tomorrow is my first day at work , what do you think I should be wearing ? "," Well , if you want to look professional , serious and more conservative , a blue dress , white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice . But sometimes , very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues . It depends on the company ’ s dress code . " " Well , if you want to look professional , serious and more conservative , a blue dress , white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice . But sometimes , very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues . It depends on the company ’ s dress code . "," Indeed , I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview . Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony . It seems that their dress code is not that formal . Probably , I should put on car key and simple shirt . " " Indeed , I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview . Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony . It seems that their dress code is not that formal . Probably , I should put on car key and simple shirt . "," Whatever you choose , make sure they are neat and clean . " "Say , do you go to see your grandparents often ? "," Of course , my grandpa is generous and kind.My grandma cooks the most delicious Chinese dishes in the world . " " Of course , my grandpa is generous and kind.My grandma cooks the most delicious Chinese dishes in the world . ", You are very lucky . What upsets you ? ," My parents called . As usual , they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s.Easier set than done . Who should I marry ? I have no time to go on a date . " " My parents called . As usual , they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s.Easier set than done . Who should I marry ? I have no time to go on a date . ", It is not your mother finding one for you ? It is not your mother finding one for you ? ," I will find one myself , of course . I ’ m a modern girl . " " I will find one myself , of course . I ’ m a modern girl . "," Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type . " " Perhaps you can try the three minutes date , the latest type . "," You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea . " " You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol , I hate that idea . "," No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes . " " No , there is an updated version , three minutes video date . I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam , you can sigh for it . You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes . ", I don ’ t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time . I don ’ t think it makes sense . Three minutes is such a short time . ," I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight . " " I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone , so-called love at first sight . "," Anyway , I don ’ t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that . " " Anyway , I don ’ t want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that . ", Don ’ t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . Don ’ t worry . There are many other options using the internet as dating methods . Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications . ," Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher . " " Of course , for these sites , you have to pay a membership fee . But all in all , it is more serious and professional . The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher . ", I don ’ t want to post my personal information on the internet . I ’ m not knowing who is reading it . "Mary , it's good to see you ! ", Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by . Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by . , I am so glad that you decided to stop by ! I am so glad that you decided to stop by ! ," Yes , it has been a long time since we have seen you . " " Yes , it has been a long time since we have seen you . "," Mary , can I get Josh or you something to drink ? " " Mary , can I get Josh or you something to drink ? "," Oh no , thank you . We aren't all that thirsty . " " Oh no , thank you . We aren't all that thirsty . ", How about a little snack then ? How about a little snack then ? ," No , thank you , we just ate lunch a little while ago . " " No , thank you , we just ate lunch a little while ago . "," Well then , how is your family ? " " Well then , how is your family ? ", Everyone is doing great . My sister finally had her baby . Let ’ s go to Wangfujing by bus . ," Better take the subway . It ’ s faster , and more convenient . " " Better take the subway . It ’ s faster , and more convenient . "," En , where do we pay the fares ? " " En , where do we pay the fares ? ", Just go to the ticket office in the subway . Just go to the ticket office in the subway . , Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? ," No , you don ’ t have to . Here comes the train . Be careful ! Subway doors open and close automatically . " "You must be annoyed about your boyfriend ’ s leaving you , huh ? ", Don ’ t ever mention him . I ’ m getting over it . Don ’ t ever mention him . I ’ m getting over it . , It ’ s a sad thing . I ’ m ever so sorry ... It ’ s a sad thing . I ’ m ever so sorry ... , Are you done ? Are you a smoker ? ," Yes , I ’ m afraid I am . My husband is a smoker too . " " Yes , I ’ m afraid I am . My husband is a smoker too . ", Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ? Would you describe yourself as being a heavy smoker ? , No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day . No . But my husband smokes 20 or more a day . , When did you begin to smoke ? When did you begin to smoke ? , I had my first cigarette when I was 17 . I had my first cigarette when I was 17 . , Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ? Might I ask if you have tried to give up smoking ? , Yes . Twice . What time is our connecting flight ? ," Let me check . Oh , oh ! It ’ s at 3:25 . " " Let me check . Oh , oh ! It ’ s at 3:25 . "," Wow , that's cutting it close ! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection ! What gate is it at ? " " Wow , that's cutting it close ! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection ! What gate is it at ? ", It's at ... gate 14 . It's at ... gate 14 . ," Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal ! " " Oh , great ! That's at the other end of the terminal ! "," OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 ! " " OK , so here's the plan ; When we land , run to gate 14 ! ", I'm be right behind ya ! "What are you going to do for one year abroad , Tom ? "," Study , study , study . I want to learn a lot . " " Study , study , study . I want to learn a lot . ", You are going to take courses ? You are going to take courses ? , Yes . I am going to take some university courses there . Yes . I am going to take some university courses there . , Sounds hard . Sounds hard . ," Yes , but I think it's probably for the best . " " Yes , but I think it's probably for the best . ", Won ’ t you get lonely ? Won ’ t you get lonely ? ," Hey , I am a pretty cool guy . I will make friends , and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too . You know , like fencing , or theater or something . " These vegetables taste very sweet . ," Sure , I planted them . They're organic . " " Sure , I planted them . They're organic . "," Really ? Dad , how do you know how to plant organic vegetable ? " " Really ? Dad , how do you know how to plant organic vegetable ? "," Well , it's a secret . " " Well , it's a secret . "," Dad , come on ! Just tell me . " " Dad , come on ! Just tell me . "," Well , honey , I can teach you how to plant them if you want to learn . " I hate to see the abuse of animals . , It makes me sick . What can I do for you ? , Yes . There is something wrong with my watch . It stopped several hours ago . Yes . There is something wrong with my watch . It stopped several hours ago . ," Let me have a look . Oh , the watch ’ s battery is worn down . " " Let me have a look . Oh , the watch ’ s battery is worn down . ", How much is a battery ? How much is a battery ? , $ 50 . $ 50 . , How long will it last ? How long will it last ? , About 2 years . About 2 years . , Here is the money . "Okay , let's begin . Hello , everyone . My name's Karl Roberts , and I'll be your teacher for this class , Intercultural Communication . ", ( quietly ) I don't understand what the teacher is saying . ( quietly ) I don't understand what the teacher is saying . ," Uh , to begin with , please take a look at the syllabus in front of you . As you all should know by now , this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50 . " " Uh , to begin with , please take a look at the syllabus in front of you . As you all should know by now , this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50 . ", That's terrible . He speaks too fast . How can I catch his meaning ? That's terrible . He speaks too fast . How can I catch his meaning ? ," Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation . " " Again , as you see on your course outline , grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test , periodic quizzes , and classroom participation . ", I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not . How can I help you today ? , I want to sign up for some funds units . How do I go about it ? I want to sign up for some funds units . How do I go about it ? , Have you got some ID and your cash card ? Have you got some ID and your cash card ? , Yes . I've already got a fund account with you too . Yes . I've already got a fund account with you too . , How many more fund units would you like to purchase today ? How many more fund units would you like to purchase today ? ," I'm not quite sure . You see , I already have more than 5,000 RIB in my cash card , but I really don't know how much I should get . " " I'm not quite sure . You see , I already have more than 5,000 RIB in my cash card , but I really don't know how much I should get . "," The usual minimum purchase is 5,000 RIB . " " The usual minimum purchase is 5,000 RIB . "," That settles it then . 5,000 RIB it is , thanks . " How much is your last salary ? ," I have earned 10,000 a year including bonuses . " " I have earned 10,000 a year including bonuses . ", How much do you want us to pay you ? How much do you want us to pay you ? ," I like to be paid more than that . Hopefully , 150,000 a year . To be honest , I left the company to get more income . " "I am not sure what to do during the holidays , any suggestions ? "," Well , going to a cinema , visiting the galleries , exhibitions and museums , finding and meeting old friends , exercising in the health club or mountain biking . There are so many good choices . " " Well , going to a cinema , visiting the galleries , exhibitions and museums , finding and meeting old friends , exercising in the health club or mountain biking . There are so many good choices . ", The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun . I just don ’ t know what to do first . The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun . I just don ’ t know what to do first . , Why not start with the most interesting one ? Why not start with the most interesting one ? ," Actually , I ’ m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision . " " Actually , I ’ m interested in all of them . The more choices we have , the harder to make a decision . ", Toss a coin to decide then . You ’ re free to leave . , I ’ m so excited . I ’ m so excited . , What are you planning on doing now ? What are you planning on doing now ? , I ’ m going back to college . I ’ m going back to college . , What are you going to major in ? What are you going to major in ? , I haven ’ t thought about it yet . I haven ’ t thought about it yet . , I don ’ t want to see you back here . I don ’ t want to see you back here . , You won ’ t see me here again . You won ’ t see me here again . , I don ’ t think this place is for you . I don ’ t think this place is for you . , I know . I know . , I wish you luck . I wish you luck . , Thanks . I know things are going to be better . "Hi , can I help you ? "," No , thanks . I'm just looking . " " No , thanks . I'm just looking . "," All right . If you need any help , just let me know . My name is Greg . " " All right . If you need any help , just let me know . My name is Greg . "," Sure , I'll let you know if I need anything . Hm , this mattress is very firm . Jack will probably like it . " " Sure , I'll let you know if I need anything . Hm , this mattress is very firm . Jack will probably like it . ", Did you find something you like ? Did you find something you like ? ," Yes , this mattress is very good . It's pretty firm . The mattress I ’ m now sleeping on is saggy . " " Yes , this mattress is very good . It's pretty firm . The mattress I ’ m now sleeping on is saggy . "," You are right . This is very good brand . It doesn't sag easily and we offer a lifetime warranty , so you don't have to worry about its quality . " " You are right . This is very good brand . It doesn't sag easily and we offer a lifetime warranty , so you don't have to worry about its quality . ", Does it come with a frame ? Does it come with a frame ? ," Unfortunately , it doesn't . However we can give you a 10 % discount on the frame . We also offer a very good financing plan . There is no payment no interest until next June . " " Unfortunately , it doesn't . However we can give you a 10 % discount on the frame . We also offer a very good financing plan . There is no payment no interest until next June . ", That's an attractive plan . I'll think about it . I heard that you're going on your first date Friday night . ," Are you angry , Lisa ? " " Are you angry , Lisa ? ", Angry ? Why would I be ? Angry ? Why would I be ? , Please don't tell my mom . Please don't tell my mom . ," Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already . " " Come on . Dating is a part of young people's social life . Besides , you're sixteen already . ", I'm glad that you see it that way . I'm glad that you see it that way . , Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you . Do you want to borrow my coat ? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you . ," Thank you so much , Lisa ! " "Well , no one could survive without water , but you see pollution has been making more and more water unable for drinking . ", Yeah . Water pollution has for a long time been a major concern among the environmental issues . Yeah . Water pollution has for a long time been a major concern among the environmental issues . , But what are the sources of water pollution ? But what are the sources of water pollution ? ," They could generally be divided into two categories , direct and indirect contaminant sources . " " They could generally be divided into two categories , direct and indirect contaminant sources . "," Well , direct ones are the pollution directly from factories , refineries waste treatment plants etc . , aren ’ t they ? " " Well , direct ones are the pollution directly from factories , refineries waste treatment plants etc . , aren ’ t they ? ", Yeah . They are emitted directly into urban water supplies . Yeah . They are emitted directly into urban water supplies . , But what about the indirect ones ? But what about the indirect ones ? , Indirect sources include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rainwater . Indirect sources include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rainwater . ," I see . For the sake of us all , we should be an active participator in the prevention of it . " " I see . For the sake of us all , we should be an active participator in the prevention of it . ", Sure . It's an issue asking for everyone's participation . I'm about to run out of business cards . I need some new ones . , We can print as many as you like . Just tell me how many . We can print as many as you like . Just tell me how many . , Two thousand should get me through the year . Two thousand should get me through the year . , Here's a form to get you started . Here's a form to get you started . ," My old card is perfect , so all I want you to do is copy it exactly . " " My old card is perfect , so all I want you to do is copy it exactly . ", I think you'll be very pleased with how well we duplicate your old card . I think you'll be very pleased with how well we duplicate your old card . , ... Here you go ... Here you go ," Thanks . Come back here next Wednesday to pick up your order , please . " " Thanks . Come back here next Wednesday to pick up your order , please . "," I'm sorry , but can you give me a three-day turnaround ? " " I'm sorry , but can you give me a three-day turnaround ? "," If you don't mind paying a little extra , it's absolutely no problem . " How about your present pay ? ," Basically I get 5,000 RIB every month . It is a well-paid job with satisfying working hours . " " Basically I get 5,000 RIB every month . It is a well-paid job with satisfying working hours . ", What are your salary expectations ? What are your salary expectations ? ," I require 6,500 RIB per month as a start . This is my bottom line , the minimum salary I can accept . " "Don't be too sad . If you really think that you have no feeling with him , then , in my opinion , getting divorced maybe is the best way to solve the problem . ", I know clearly at the bottom of my heart . I just can't set my mind at rest because of the child . She's little . She cannot understand us and accept such truth . I know clearly at the bottom of my heart . I just can't set my mind at rest because of the child . She's little . She cannot understand us and accept such truth . ," Yeah , child is the matter . Don't tell Jenny the truth , only tell her the white lie . When she grows up , you find the suitable opportunity to tell her . " " Yeah , child is the matter . Don't tell Jenny the truth , only tell her the white lie . When she grows up , you find the suitable opportunity to tell her . ", I see . OK . "Good morning , sir . Can I see your boarding pass , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Excuse me , sir . This is your passport . " " Excuse me , sir . This is your passport . ", Really ? Ugh ... Is there any difference ? Really ? Ugh ... Is there any difference ? ," Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass . " " Yes . As a matter of fact , you can't board the plane without boarding pass . ", Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room . Gee . I must have left it in my hotel room . , I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass . I'm sorry sir . I can't let you pass . , But when does the plane take off ? But when does the plane take off ? ," Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir . " " Ugh , in about thirty minutes , sir . "," Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head . " " Oh , my God ! What do I do now ? Bone head . "," Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion . " " Calm down , sir . You are creating a commotion . ", Is that me ? Is that me ? , Could be . Could be . ," Oh , thank God . Thank you , I'll be right back . " Would you please put that cigarette out ? I get sick on it . ," You do ? OK , fine with me . " " You do ? OK , fine with me . ", Thank you SO much . Thank you SO much . , But I also want ya to do me a favor . But I also want ya to do me a favor . , What ? What ? , You gotta have some better deodorant . You gotta have some better deodorant . , I ’ m sorry ? ! "Hello , this is Dunlin . May I speak to Mrs Smith ? ", This is Mrs Smith . Can I help you ? This is Mrs Smith . Can I help you ? , I am calling to say thank you for the interview yesterday . I am calling to say thank you for the interview yesterday . , You are welcome . I am very impressed by your capability . You are welcome . I am very impressed by your capability . , Is there anything I should do ? Is there anything I should do ? ," No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again . " " No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again . ", Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions . Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions . ," Ok , I will . Do you have any question ? " " Ok , I will . Do you have any question ? "," No , thank you . Goodbye . " " No , thank you . Goodbye . ", Goodbye . I ’ Ve decided to grow my own garden ! , What ? You don ’ t know the first thing about gardening ! What ? You don ’ t know the first thing about gardening ! ," On the contrary , I have been reading a lot of books about the subject . " " On the contrary , I have been reading a lot of books about the subject . "," Oh yeah ? Tell me then , smarty pants , how will you go about setting up your garden ? " " Oh yeah ? Tell me then , smarty pants , how will you go about setting up your garden ? "," Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools . " " Well , first I need to buy some things , such as fertilizer , seeds and tools . ", What type of tools ? What type of tools ? ," You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe . " " You know , the basics . A rake , shovel , spade and a hoe . ", Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ’ s next ? Right . Well it seems like you have all your bases covered . What ’ s next ? , I ’ ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ’ ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done ! I ’ ll till the soil and then sow the seeds . I ’ ll then add some fertilizer and voila ! Gardening all done ! ," Well , good luck with your garden , especially considering we are in the dry season and it won ’ t rain for the next three months ! " "Hello , Sir . What can we do for you today ? "," Bill payment , please . I'd like to pay my electricity bill . I heard there's a new way ; I'm sick and tired of all this queuing ! " " Bill payment , please . I'd like to pay my electricity bill . I heard there's a new way ; I'm sick and tired of all this queuing ! "," Now , you can do it via our Atms . It's convenient and easy to use . And we have 4 machines in this branch , so the queues are not usually very long . " " Now , you can do it via our Atms . It's convenient and easy to use . And we have 4 machines in this branch , so the queues are not usually very long . "," So , how do I use it ? " " So , how do I use it ? ", You just simply follow the instructions on the screen . You can inquire about your account information and use the self-service payment function . What kind of strong suit do you get ? ," I am accomplished in English and computer . Besides , I've got a Teacher's Certificate . " " I am accomplished in English and computer . Besides , I've got a Teacher's Certificate . ", Do you want to be an instructor in the future ? Do you want to be an instructor in the future ? , Yes . I regard instructor as a decent occupation and I love to be an instructor . I've been thinking of taking I've been thinking of taking a Crazy English course.Do you think it's a good idea , Sure ! You should do anything you can to improve your English . Sure ! You should do anything you can to improve your English . , Really ? Do you think English is that important ? Really ? Do you think English is that important ? ," Of course it is.In fact , I'll even take the course with you if you want . " " Of course it is.In fact , I'll even take the course with you if you want . ", Great ! It's always better to do things with a friend . Great ! It's always better to do things with a friend . , Do you have the phone number ? I need to call for registration . Do you have the phone number ? I need to call for registration . ," No , I left it at home.Sorry ! " " No , I left it at home.Sorry ! ", That's OK . I can get it from you later . That's OK . I can get it from you later . ," So , do you want to go somewhere for dinner and practice our English together tonight ? " " So , do you want to go somewhere for dinner and practice our English together tonight ? "," All right . I know a great restaurant near here.But , it's a little expensive and I don't have much money with me . " " All right . I know a great restaurant near here.But , it's a little expensive and I don't have much money with me . ", No problem . I just got paid.It ' s my treat . No problem . I just got paid.It ' s my treat . ," Thank you ! I'll be sure to return the favor after our first class , OK ? " " Thank you ! I'll be sure to return the favor after our first class , OK ? "," Forget it ! That's what friends are for ! Besides , I have a VIP card for a discount . " " Forget it ! That's what friends are for ! Besides , I have a VIP card for a discount . ", Good job ! This is going to be a great night ! Good job ! This is going to be a great night ! , I think so too.Let ' s go ! It's almost 6:00 . I'd better be going . , Can you stay for dinner ? We'd love to have you join us . Can you stay for dinner ? We'd love to have you join us . , It's really nice of you . Thanks ! "Mr . Mass , here is a gift for you . ", Oh . Thanks a million . Oh . Thanks a million . , It's a souvenir I bought for you from Rome . It's a souvenir I bought for you from Rome . , How beautiful ! I love it at all . How beautiful ! I love it at all . , I'm glad you like it . I'm glad you like it . , It's very kind of you . I really don't know how I can thank you enough . It's very kind of you . I really don't know how I can thank you enough . , Don't mention it . Just a little thing I did . Where do you live now ? , I live in Haitian District where there are lot of universities . I live in Haitian District where there are lot of universities . , Which street do you live on ? Which street do you live on ? , I live at No . 50 Xingu Street . Let's come to an agreement to salary . , May I see the agreement first ? May I see the agreement first ? , Of course . Here you are . Please read the agreement and sign it . Of course . Here you are . Please read the agreement and sign it . , ( Read the agreement . ) There's a three-month period of probation for new recruits . ( Read the agreement . ) There's a three-month period of probation for new recruits . ," Yes . If you have any question , just ask . By the way , do you know your rights and obligations in this agreement ? " " Yes . If you have any question , just ask . By the way , do you know your rights and obligations in this agreement ? ", I think I know it . I wonder whether the agreement has the guarantee of law or not . I think I know it . I wonder whether the agreement has the guarantee of law or not . ," Of course , you can believe us . Both sides should act according to the provisions of the agreement . Please sign the agreement . " " Of course , you can believe us . Both sides should act according to the provisions of the agreement . Please sign the agreement . "," ( Sign . ) OK , I signed the agreement with the signature of my name . " " ( Sign . ) OK , I signed the agreement with the signature of my name . "," We are done with the agreement . After a three-month probationary period , you will be confirmed in your post . " " We are done with the agreement . After a three-month probationary period , you will be confirmed in your post . ", I see . Thank you very much . I see . Thank you very much . , You are welcome . Did you already wash your clothes today ? , I've only washed my white clothes . I've only washed my white clothes . , Could you wash some of my dark clothes with yours ? Could you wash some of my dark clothes with yours ? , Is there any special care I should take with your clothes ? Is there any special care I should take with your clothes ? , The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle . The only thing is that they have to be washed on the gentle cycle . , Are there a lot of clothes ? Are there a lot of clothes ? ," There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ? " " There aren't a lot of clothes , do you have a lot to wash ? ", It's a medium load . It's a medium load . ," You don't mind , do you ? " " You don't mind , do you ? ", No big deal . I'll do it for you . No big deal . I'll do it for you . ," Okay , thanks a lot . " " Okay , thanks a lot . ", You're welcome . "These two sections need to be re-written , Jerry . The last guy that did this really mixed things up . "," Yeah , I could tell that . That ’ s no problem . I can probably get it re-done by tomorrow . When ’ s our meeting with the boss ? " " Yeah , I could tell that . That ’ s no problem . I can probably get it re-done by tomorrow . When ’ s our meeting with the boss ? "," Not until next week , I think , the 15th . " " Not until next week , I think , the 15th . "," Then , we ’ Ve got plenty of time . " What fruits are in season right now ? , What about grapes and water melons ? What about grapes and water melons ? , Can I sample a grape ? Can I sample a grape ? , Sure . Sure . , It tastes good . How much are the grapes per kilo ? It tastes good . How much are the grapes per kilo ? , $ 2 . "So Emily , do you still want to see a movie together this weekend ? "," Well , what do you want to see ? I don't think there are many good movies out right now . " " Well , what do you want to see ? I don't think there are many good movies out right now . ", Mmmm ... I know ! We can go to a really bad sci-fi movie and sit in the back of the theater and make fun of it . What do you think ? Mmmm ... I know ! We can go to a really bad sci-fi movie and sit in the back of the theater and make fun of it . What do you think ? , Now that's a great plan . It's a date ! "Hey Annie , who is this picture of ? "," Oh , that's my great , great , great , great , great , great , great grandfather . " " Oh , that's my great , great , great , great , great , great , great grandfather . ", I think you can say your seventh great grandfather ! Cutie ! What's his name ? I think you can say your seventh great grandfather ! Cutie ! What's his name ? , Peter Madsen . A great A if I do say so myself . Peter Madsen . A great A if I do say so myself . , Nice pun . What is it you active about him most ? Nice pun . What is it you active about him most ? , He loved his family and his countrymen and his freedom . He loved his family and his countrymen and his freedom . , He looks like a very personable man . He looks like a very personable man . , He was . He was friendly toward and showed concern for everyone he met . I visited the Polar Aquarium today . , Is it like a zoo of polar animals ? Is it like a zoo of polar animals ? ," Almost . There are a lot of polar animals sea birds , such as seals , whales and penguins , People don't get much chance of seeing them . " " Almost . There are a lot of polar animals sea birds , such as seals , whales and penguins , People don't get much chance of seeing them . ", It must have been fun seeing those unusual animals and birds . It must have been fun seeing those unusual animals and birds . ," Absolutely . To be frank , I learned quite a lot about those animals and polar areas . I'm thinking of my kids there one of these days . " " Absolutely . To be frank , I learned quite a lot about those animals and polar areas . I'm thinking of my kids there one of these days . ", Maybe you should let me know about your plan . I want to take my kids there some day . too . Hi ! Wang Mei.Come and have a look at my new dress . , Oh ! What a beautiful dress ! It fits you so well.You look so charming in the dress . Oh ! What a beautiful dress ! It fits you so well.You look so charming in the dress . , Thank you for saying so . Thank you for saying so . , Where did you buy it ? Where did you buy it ? , I bought it in a store near my school . I bought it in a store near my school . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , It's only thirty yuan . It's only thirty yuan . ," It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too . " " It's so cheap . I'll buy one , too . ", I'll go together with you . Please tell us the exact time when the big fire broke out . ," The exact time ? Let me think . You know , it happened at night . " " The exact time ? Let me think . You know , it happened at night . ", But we need the exact time . What time ? But we need the exact time . What time ? ," Oh , I remember . It was about 10 o'clock . When I was about to go to bed , suddenly I heard help outside . " "Hi , my name ’ s Karl . My wife and I are moving in next door . "," Hello , Karl . I ’ m Chuck Jones . We ’ re going to be neighbors . " " Hello , Karl . I ’ m Chuck Jones . We ’ re going to be neighbors . ", I ’ m happy to meet you . It seems everyone in town is so friendly . I ’ m happy to meet you . It seems everyone in town is so friendly . ," This is a small town , and we like to be neighborly . We know everyone who lives around here . " " This is a small town , and we like to be neighborly . We know everyone who lives around here . "," Well , I ’ m from Chicago . There few people take the time to get to know their neighbors . " " Well , I ’ m from Chicago . There few people take the time to get to know their neighbors . "," So , tell me , Karl , hyoid you come all the way to Minnesota to live ? " " So , tell me , Karl , hyoid you come all the way to Minnesota to live ? "," We wanted to live in a more peaceful community and have more space . Another reason is , we can afford to buy a home here , but we can ’ t in Chicago ! " It looks to be a nice day today . ," Good , let's go for a drive . " " Good , let's go for a drive . "," Okay , I'll get the car out of the garage . " " Okay , I'll get the car out of the garage . ", Great . "Waiter , come here please . Could we have a doggie bag ? ", Sure . Wait a moment . "do you like cooking , Julia ? "," I really enjoy it , especially when it ends up tasting good ! " " I really enjoy it , especially when it ends up tasting good ! ", how often do you usually cook ? how often do you usually cook ? , I usually make a few salads for lunch throughout the week and I make dinner about 6 times a week . I usually make a few salads for lunch throughout the week and I make dinner about 6 times a week . , that's a lot of cooking . You must save a lot of money by eating at home so much . that's a lot of cooking . You must save a lot of money by eating at home so much . ," I do . If you cook at home , you can eat healthy food cheaply . " " I do . If you cook at home , you can eat healthy food cheaply . ", what kind of dishes do you usually make ? what kind of dishes do you usually make ? ," I almost always make either a beef roast or a chicken roast with asparagus , parsnips , peas , carrots and potatoes on Sundays . " " I almost always make either a beef roast or a chicken roast with asparagus , parsnips , peas , carrots and potatoes on Sundays . ", do you make a lot of traditional British food ? do you make a lot of traditional British food ? ," aside from the Sunday roast , we usually eat dangers and mash , toad-in-the-hole , or fish'n chips once a week . " " aside from the Sunday roast , we usually eat dangers and mash , toad-in-the-hole , or fish'n chips once a week . ", how about spicy food ? how about spicy food ? ," my family loves spicy food . We often eat Chinese , Thai , Indian , or Mexican food when we're in the mood for spice . " " my family loves spicy food . We often eat Chinese , Thai , Indian , or Mexican food when we're in the mood for spice . ", what's your favorite dish to make ? what's your favorite dish to make ? ," I absolutely love making mousaka , which is a Greek dish with eggplant . But it takes a lot of time , so I don ’ t often make it . " Did you go to the bank to withdraw money ? ," Today is so hot , besides I had so much housework to do . My friend came for a visit and stayed for two hours . I didn ’ t forget , but I had no time at all . " " Today is so hot , besides I had so much housework to do . My friend came for a visit and stayed for two hours . I didn ’ t forget , but I had no time at all . ", So you didn ’ t . Is that right ? So you didn ’ t . Is that right ? , Yes . I ’ m sorry . Yes . I ’ m sorry . , Why didn ’ t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ’ s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer . Why didn ’ t you just answer my question directly ? Why would Chinese answer questions this way ? I simply asked if you did it or not . It ’ s a very simple question . And Chinese often give the reason before they would give a direct answer . ," Yes , I ’ m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ’ t know why Chinese sometimes would do this . " " Yes , I ’ m sorry . I know it bothers you very much . But I don ’ t know why Chinese sometimes would do this . "," You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ’ s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ’ t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer . " " You know , today I asked a student if he brought his dictionary with him . It ’ s a rule I made for the class that everyone brings a bilingual dictionary with them because sometimes they don ’ t understand me . The funniest thing is that this student gave me a lot of reasons and no direct answer . "," But you know if he brought it or not , right ? " " But you know if he brought it or not , right ? "," Yeah , after all the explanations like , it ’ s too heavy , I was in a hurry ... whatever . " "Calvin , how much money did you spend last weekend ? "," Lily , I ’ m not sure . Let me check , I think I spent $ 50 . " " Lily , I ’ m not sure . Let me check , I think I spent $ 50 . ", Why don ’ t you help me save money ? You are always spending money . Why don ’ t you help me save money ? You are always spending money . ," I know that I should learn how to save more , but I hope that we can spend a little on ourselves sometimes . " " I know that I should learn how to save more , but I hope that we can spend a little on ourselves sometimes . ", I ’ m sorry . I guess I ’ m too extreme when it comes putting money in the bank . I ’ m sorry . I guess I ’ m too extreme when it comes putting money in the bank . ," That ’ s okay . I ’ m sorry , too . It ’ s a good idea to prepare for the future possibilities . " I'm really curious . What is it like doing housework all day for a living ? ," It's a little like being a mom , only I get paid for it ! " " It's a little like being a mom , only I get paid for it ! ", I still think that it is a bitstrange that you like to do that kind of thing . Most women would rather hire a maid . I still think that it is a bitstrange that you like to do that kind of thing . Most women would rather hire a maid . , That's exactly why my business is doing so well ! That's exactly why my business is doing so well ! , How Ay clients do you have already ? How Ay clients do you have already ? ," Well , I've been in business for one month now and I have ten clients . " " Well , I've been in business for one month now and I have ten clients . ", Wow . Too bad I don't have a clue about housework . Wow . Too bad I don't have a clue about housework . ," If you ever need a job , let me know . I can always train you . " "I don't know about you , but I'm famished . Are you interested in getting a bite to eat ? ", That sounds great . I'm absolutely starving ! What kind of food are you in the mood for ? That sounds great . I'm absolutely starving ! What kind of food are you in the mood for ? , I'd love something spicy . Maybe we could get some Sichuan Hotpot . I'd love something spicy . Maybe we could get some Sichuan Hotpot . , You're a woman after my own heart . I don't know many people who can handle spicy food . Are you sure you are up for hotpot . You're a woman after my own heart . I don't know many people who can handle spicy food . Are you sure you are up for hotpot . ," Sure . If I could , I would eat hotpot every day ! " " Sure . If I could , I would eat hotpot every day ! "," Ok , you're really all eyes when it comes to talking about food , aren't you ? " " Ok , you're really all eyes when it comes to talking about food , aren't you ? "," Well , let's stop dragging our feet and find a Sichuan Hotpot restaurant for dinner ! " " Well , let's stop dragging our feet and find a Sichuan Hotpot restaurant for dinner ! ", Let me think about it for a minute . Let's see ... oh the name of the restaurant is on the tip of my tongue ! Give me a second and it'll come to me . Let me think about it for a minute . Let's see ... oh the name of the restaurant is on the tip of my tongue ! Give me a second and it'll come to me . , Well ... ? Have you thought of it yet ? Well ... ? Have you thought of it yet ? , No ... No ... , Never mind . There's an authentic tasting hotpot restaurant not far from the China World Trade Towers on Chang An Street . Have you been there ? Never mind . There's an authentic tasting hotpot restaurant not far from the China World Trade Towers on Chang An Street . Have you been there ? , That's it ! That's the one I was thinking of ! I told you I'd remember it ! That's it ! That's the one I was thinking of ! I told you I'd remember it ! ," You really have a bid head , don't you ! " Is it Fred's fault ? ," No , I don't suppose he's to blame.The man in the other car made a mistake . " " No , I don't suppose he's to blame.The man in the other car made a mistake . ", But he's equally responsible because he tried to overtake you . Are you paying in cash or by credit card ? , Cash . Cash . ," Here's your key , sir . Room number 1405.The bellboy will take your luggage to your room . Have a pleasant stay ! " " Here's your key , sir . Room number 1405.The bellboy will take your luggage to your room . Have a pleasant stay ! ", Thank you . What are you reading ? , It ’ s an article about language . It talks about the idea of having a single global language . It ’ s an article about language . It talks about the idea of having a single global language . , It seems that English already is the main global language . Does the article suggest that there should be an artificial language like Esperanto as the world language . It seems that English already is the main global language . Does the article suggest that there should be an artificial language like Esperanto as the world language . ," Actually , it suggest English . The main argument is that English is already being studied as a second language in most countries-china , India , mexico , Nigeria , Pakistan , and japan . So beginning again with a language like Esperanto would be wasteful . The second argument is that English is used in modern technology far more that any other language . Most emails are sent in English and the vast majority of website use English . " " Actually , it suggest English . The main argument is that English is already being studied as a second language in most countries-china , India , mexico , Nigeria , Pakistan , and japan . So beginning again with a language like Esperanto would be wasteful . The second argument is that English is used in modern technology far more that any other language . Most emails are sent in English and the vast majority of website use English . ", Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ? Does the article say anything about other language ? How will they survive in an English-speaking world ? ," The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language . " " The article points out that many languages have been lost and will be lost , but others will continue to be used for generation , even if English continues to be the dominant language . "," Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ’ t suddenly going to stop using those languages . " " Right . All the people who speak Chinese . Hindi , French and Spanish aren ’ t suddenly going to stop using those languages . "," Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers . " " Exactly . The article suggests that those languages will be used , but that they will only rarely be used in international communication between non-native speakers . "," In that case , I shall continue to learning a few basic phrases in other languages . " I hear that you've been to the Saikei Ski Resort for the weekend . Did you enjoy it ? ," Yes , it's so exciting , though I had the most falls in our skiing team . " " Yes , it's so exciting , though I had the most falls in our skiing team . ", Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski ? Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski ? , Of course there is . The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration . Of course there is . The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration . , Could you move smoothly ? Could you move smoothly ? , Yes.My face even ached in the icy wind . Yes.My face even ached in the icy wind . , What happened afterwards ? What happened afterwards ? , I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was . I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop ! You can just imagine how terrified I was . , Poor girl ! "Hello , madam , I am sorry for keeping you waiting so long . Now please follow me and I will show you your table . ", Thank you . Is that a window table ? Thank you . Is that a window table ? ," Yes , just as you have ordered . " " Yes , just as you have ordered . ", It's very nice of you . I suppose you like cinematography and costumes and that sort of stuff ? ," Yes , I do . The look of a picture is very important . " " Yes , I do . The look of a picture is very important . "," I think sound is even more important ! Guns , bombs , sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting ! " " I think sound is even more important ! Guns , bombs , sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting ! ", You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose . You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose . ," In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up . " " In my book , all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up . "," Enough ! If we don't finish the game , there won't be time for any movies tonight ! " "Hi , I come to pick up my laundry . This is the invoice . ", Here you are . We've ironed them for you already . Please check and see if there is any damage . Here you are . We've ironed them for you already . Please check and see if there is any damage . , I'm afraid that a button is missing . I'm afraid that a button is missing . , I'm terribly sorry . You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on . Please wait a moment . It will be ready soon . I'm terribly sorry . You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on . Please wait a moment . It will be ready soon . ," OK , please . " " OK , please . ", Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ? Would you like to have a look ? Is it to your satisfaction ? ," Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt . " " Well , oh my God , there is another problem , I'm afraid . There is still a stain on the shirt . "," It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think . " " It doesn't seem like that . Sorry , sir , we've tried everything , but we're not able to get it off the shirt . It was from the sugar I think . "," It's been several days now , I am not sure . " " It's been several days now , I am not sure . "," Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go . " " Yes , the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process . And there you go . "," Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ? " " Oh , that's so bad . I know little about that . Is there a remedy for it ? ", I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time . I am awfully sorry . Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time . ," OK , I will . " " OK , I will . ", This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time . This is a membership card . You can get a 20 percent discount next time . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Hope to see you again . We will provide the best service . "A ticket to London , please . ", A cheap day return ticket ? A cheap day return ticket ? ," Yes , including London Tube . " " Yes , including London Tube . ", That'll be twelve pounds . "This is tough to say , Jordan , but I think we should break up . ", Are you serious ? Are you serious ? ," Yes , I mean it . " " Yes , I mean it . ", But why ? Did I do anything wrong ? But why ? Did I do anything wrong ? ," No , we are just too different . This isn ’ t working . " " No , we are just too different . This isn ’ t working . "," Hey , come on . It ’ s too early to say that . We can fix things . " " Hey , come on . It ’ s too early to say that . We can fix things . ", I have thought about it for a while . I think it ’ s time to move on for both of us . I have thought about it for a while . I think it ’ s time to move on for both of us . , But I still love you . But I still love you . , I ’ m sorry . I ’ m sorry . , I knew this would happen some day ... I knew this would happen some day ... , Then why didn ’ t you talk to me ? Then why didn ’ t you talk to me ? ," Well . It ’ s not all my fault , Anna ... " " Well . It ’ s not all my fault , Anna ... "," I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but Let ’ s try and be friends . " " I don't want to argue with you anymore . This is going to be tough , but Let ’ s try and be friends . "," I would like that Anna , but I think I ’ ll need a little space for a bit . " " I would like that Anna , but I think I ’ ll need a little space for a bit . ", I think we ’ ll be better off if we are apart . I think we ’ ll be better off if we are apart . , Shall we keep pur friendship ? Shall we keep pur friendship ? ," Sure , let ’ s just be friends . " Welcome to Bill ’ s Fabric World . What can I do for you today ? , I was wondering if you guys also tailor clothes ? I was wondering if you guys also tailor clothes ? , Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ? Sure we do ! We have the best tailors in the country ! What is it that you need exactly ? ," Well , I ’ m looking to get a custom-made suit . " " Well , I ’ m looking to get a custom-made suit . "," Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices.How about we get you measured ? Let ’ s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ’ s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here . " " Excellent ! We have the finest cashmeres at affordable prices.How about we get you measured ? Let ’ s start off by measuring the width of your shoulders . Now , let ’ s measure the length of your arms and this bit around your neck here . ", Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated . Can you make sure you leave a little extra space in the collar ? My neck gets easily irritated . ," No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam . " " No problem ! Now for your pants , let me just measure your waist and the inseam . ", You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays . You might also want to leave a little extra room in the waist area . I tend to gain a few pounds over the holidays . , OK.Now you can pick your fabric and pattern design . Please follow me . "Mom , my nose is bleeding . "," What happened , Peter ? Did you have a fight ? " " What happened , Peter ? Did you have a fight ? "," No , mom . I didn't . " " No , mom . I didn't . ", Did somebody hit you ? Or did you just fall ? Did somebody hit you ? Or did you just fall ? ," Mom ! I was just picking my nose , and now it's bleeding . " "Hey , what's good with you ? ", Not a lot . What about you ? Not a lot . What about you ? , I'm throwing a party on Friday . I'm throwing a party on Friday . , That sounds like fun . That sounds like fun . , Do you think you can come ? Do you think you can come ? , I'm sorry . I'm already doing something this Friday . I'm sorry . I'm already doing something this Friday . , What are you going to be doing ? What are you going to be doing ? , My family and I are going to dinner . My family and I are going to dinner . , I was hoping you would come . I was hoping you would come . , I'll definitely try to make it the next time . I'll definitely try to make it the next time . , I'd better see you there . I'd better see you there . , All right . I'll see you next time . What do you like to do with your free time ? , Study English . Study English . , You mean you like to study English ? Why ? You mean you like to study English ? Why ? , It gives me great satisfaction . It gives me great satisfaction . , Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction.It ' s hard work . Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction.It ' s hard work . , I don't mind the work . I think it's worthwhile . May I help you ? , I would like to return this book . I would like to return this book . , May I do anything else for you ? May I do anything else for you ? , I would also like to check out this magazine . I would also like to check out this magazine . , I can ’ t let you do that . I can ’ t let you do that . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , Our policy doesn ’ t allow anyone to check out the magazines . Our policy doesn ’ t allow anyone to check out the magazines . , What things am I allowed to check out ? What things am I allowed to check out ? , You are only allowed to check out books or videos . You are only allowed to check out books or videos . , I really need to check out this magazine . I really need to check out this magazine . ," I ’ m sorry , but that ’ s our policy . " " I ’ m sorry , but that ’ s our policy . ", That ’ s stupid . "Hi , Linda . I haven't seen you for ages . ", Yes . I miss you very much . Yes . I miss you very much . , So do I . So do I . , Have you graduated from college ? Have you graduated from college ? , Yes . I graduated last year and got a job in a press . "So , got any more ideas for the website ? "," Well , since we're collecting gifts instead of red envelopes , I made a "" for guests only "" gift chat room . " " Well , since we're collecting gifts instead of red envelopes , I made a "" for guests only "" gift chat room . ", But we registered at Macy's . People can just buy gifts there . But we registered at Macy's . People can just buy gifts there . , The Taiwanese won't have time to buy gifts in America . The chat room is more convenient . The Taiwanese won't have time to buy gifts in America . The chat room is more convenient . , You're right . They can discuss what to get and avoid buying the same things . You're right . They can discuss what to get and avoid buying the same things . , Or discuss what gifts they could buy together . Or discuss what gifts they could buy together . , Any other ideas ? Any other ideas ? , We can also put a guest book on the website for people to sign and write comments . We can also put a guest book on the website for people to sign and write comments . , And we were going to make a collage for each of us using our baby pictures ... And we were going to make a collage for each of us using our baby pictures ... ," Yeah , that will be the best part . Jack hasn't seen yours yet , right ? " " Yeah , that will be the best part . Jack hasn't seen yours yet , right ? ", No . He has no idea what a fat little pig I was ! It's time for you to wake up . , Give me five more minutes . I'm really tired this morning . Give me five more minutes . I'm really tired this morning . ," I'm sorry , but it's time for you to get ready for school . " " I'm sorry , but it's time for you to get ready for school . "," I get that , but let me just sleep for a little bit longer . " " I get that , but let me just sleep for a little bit longer . ", You're not going to get up in five minutes if I let you fall back asleep . You're not going to get up in five minutes if I let you fall back asleep . , Believe me . I will get up and get ready in five minutes . Believe me . I will get up and get ready in five minutes . , There's a lot that you need to do this morning . There's a lot that you need to do this morning . ," I understand , and it will get done after I wake up in five minutes . " " I understand , and it will get done after I wake up in five minutes . ", I would like for you to not be late for school . I would like for you to not be late for school . , I'm going to be on time today . I'm going to be on time today . ," Go back to sleep then , but only five more minutes . " " Go back to sleep then , but only five more minutes . ", Thanks a lot . "Well , how does it look ? ", It's a perfect fit . It's a perfect fit . , Let me pay for it now . Let me pay for it now . ," Cash , credit card , or debit card ? " " Cash , credit card , or debit card ? ", I think I'll use my credit card . I think I'll use my credit card . ," Your signature here , please , and we're finished . " " Your signature here , please , and we're finished . ", Here's my John Hancock . Here's my John Hancock . , Bye-bye . Visit us again soon ! Can you look after my son for me tonight ? , I'd be glad to . He's really cute . "Yes , sir ? "," I hate to complain , but this soup is too salty . " " I hate to complain , but this soup is too salty . ", I'm very sorry.sir . I'll ask the manager to take care of this . I would like to watch the Oscars on tv tonight . How about you ? ," Yes , I ‘ d love to . it ’ s interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good . " " Yes , I ‘ d love to . it ’ s interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good . "," I like watching it for the fashion . I like to see what the ladies are wearing . Of course , the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo . " " I like watching it for the fashion . I like to see what the ladies are wearing . Of course , the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo . ", Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours . Which films do you think will win awards this year ? Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours . Which films do you think will win awards this year ? ," I ‘ m really not sure . Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony , but this year there are several contenders . " " I ‘ m really not sure . Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony , but this year there are several contenders . ", You ’ re right . This year should be much more exciting than usual . What ’ s you favourite award category ? You ’ re right . This year should be much more exciting than usual . What ’ s you favourite award category ? ," You might think this strange , but I like the category for best foreign language film . " " You might think this strange , but I like the category for best foreign language film . ", It ’ s nice to see foreign language films making a little impact on Hollywood . I like the best actor and actress . "Excuse me , but could you give me some change ? ", Let me see . Are dimes and quarters OK ? Let me see . Are dimes and quarters OK ? , I want to make a long distance phone call . I want to make a long distance phone call . , Then you'll need small change . "Miss , may I help you ? "," Yes , I just wondered why the price between the ninth and tenth floor is so different . " " Yes , I just wondered why the price between the ninth and tenth floor is so different . ", It's because of the view . It's because of the view . , Oh ! I see . Can you show me the location of Block I ? Oh ! I see . Can you show me the location of Block I ? , Sure . Please take a look at the model of the building . Nice Garden has a total of two blocks which are labeled Block I and Block II . Block I has a total of thirty-eighth floors . The thirty-seventh and thirty-eighth are penthouses . There are four units in one floor . The sizes of the units are one thousand square feet and one thousand and five hundred square feet . The size with one thousand square feet has three bedrooms and the biggest size has four bedrooms . Sure . Please take a look at the model of the building . Nice Garden has a total of two blocks which are labeled Block I and Block II . Block I has a total of thirty-eighth floors . The thirty-seventh and thirty-eighth are penthouses . There are four units in one floor . The sizes of the units are one thousand square feet and one thousand and five hundred square feet . The size with one thousand square feet has three bedrooms and the biggest size has four bedrooms . , How many elevators are there ? How many elevators are there ? , There are three elevators between one hundred and forty-eight units . There are three elevators between one hundred and forty-eight units . , How about the car-park space ? How about the car-park space ? ," There are a total of one hundred and sixty parking spaces on the second and third floor , in which twelve are for visitors and the rest are for residents . " " There are a total of one hundred and sixty parking spaces on the second and third floor , in which twelve are for visitors and the rest are for residents . ", Any other facilities ? Any other facilities ? ," Sure , on the fourth floor is a recreation quarter . There are two swimming pools . One is Olympic standard size and the other one is for children . Also , there is a gymnasium for resident members only . " " Sure , on the fourth floor is a recreation quarter . There are two swimming pools . One is Olympic standard size and the other one is for children . Also , there is a gymnasium for resident members only . ", What is the completion date ? What is the completion date ? , The completion date will be July 1st 2007 . The completion date will be July 1st 2007 . , How about the price and the bank mortgage ? How about the price and the bank mortgage ? ," Please check up the price list . The average unit price is five million Hong Kong dollars . There are eight different banks that will provide a seventy percent mortgage loan . Also , the developer will offer another ten percent mortgage to purchasers . " " Please check up the price list . The average unit price is five million Hong Kong dollars . There are eight different banks that will provide a seventy percent mortgage loan . Also , the developer will offer another ten percent mortgage to purchasers . ", How many payment methods are there ? How many payment methods are there ? , It's all written on the brochure price list . I believe there will be one right for you . Please hurry up because almost half of units have already gone . It's all written on the brochure price list . I believe there will be one right for you . Please hurry up because almost half of units have already gone . , Thank you . I think I have to talk to the bank representatives . Thank you for your help . Thank you . I think I have to talk to the bank representatives . Thank you for your help . , You're welcome . I decided to go for this kind of life . , Try to keep cool . It's not an easy take . Try to keep cool . It's not an easy take . , I know . I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst . I know . I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst . , Then you will be in line for a doom . "Good morning , sir . Sorry to disturb you . May I make up your room now ? "," Yes , please . We ’ re on my way out . You can put up make up sign on . Could you bring us some towels and hangers . " " Yes , please . We ’ re on my way out . You can put up make up sign on . Could you bring us some towels and hangers . "," No problems , sir . Everything will be already when you come back . " He has come to life in the end . ," Oh , thank God . We all felt frightened by the bad new about him . " " Oh , thank God . We all felt frightened by the bad new about him . "," Yes . Fortunately , an ambulance passed in the nick of time , and we got him away to hospital . " " Yes . Fortunately , an ambulance passed in the nick of time , and we got him away to hospital . "," Right . Unless , who know what will happen . " " Right . Unless , who know what will happen . ", Wish him to be healthy soon . "Excuse me , professor . I need to go home now . ", Is everything OK ? Is everything OK ? , I just feel funny . I just feel funny . , What exactly seems to be the matter ? What exactly seems to be the matter ? , I have a terrible headache . I have a terrible headache . , Do you think that you should go to the Student Health Center ? Do you think that you should go to the Student Health Center ? , I already have some medicine at home if I could just get there . I already have some medicine at home if I could just get there . , Do you need someone to drive you home ? Do you need someone to drive you home ? ," Thank you , but the bus stops right at my house . " " Thank you , but the bus stops right at my house . "," Well , go home and rest up . Make sure you check the website for your assignments . " "Hello , 35 .. ", Is this Ann ? Is this Ann ? , Speaking . Speaking . ," Ann , this is Sam . Look , Ann . I wanna see you again . How about a drink tonight ? " " Ann , this is Sam . Look , Ann . I wanna see you again . How about a drink tonight ? ", I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early . I am sorry . I am very tired . I'm going to bed early . , What about tomorrow evening ? What about tomorrow evening ? ," No , I ’ m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now . " " No , I ’ m sorry . I'm going to meet some friends tomorrow evening . And I'm in a hurry now . ", But Ann .. What would you like to have for dinner ? Chicken or beef ? ," Chicken , please . " " Chicken , please . ", Good choice ! Good choice ! , What kind of drinks do you have ? What kind of drinks do you have ? ," Well , we have all kinds of beverages in addition to fruit juices . " " Well , we have all kinds of beverages in addition to fruit juices . "," In that case , let me have a glass of orange juice . " " In that case , let me have a glass of orange juice . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? , I would like to have some tea as well . I would like to have some tea as well . , Another flight attendant is coming down the aisle with coffee and tea . Another flight attendant is coming down the aisle with coffee and tea . , I see . "Hey , look over there . It seems that there is something interesting going on . Let's go and have a look . ", Sure . It's probably a skiing show . Adam told me there are many skiing clubs whose members put on shows to attract more visitors . Sure . It's probably a skiing show . Adam told me there are many skiing clubs whose members put on shows to attract more visitors . , Look at that . It's so dangerous . My mom would never allow me to do that . Look at that . It's so dangerous . My mom would never allow me to do that . , Stop all this fuss and enjoy the show . Stop all this fuss and enjoy the show . , You are right . But what if an avalanche happened ? You are right . But what if an avalanche happened ? , They are all great skiers and very experienced . So I suppose the chance for them to be buried by an avalanche is slim . They are all great skiers and very experienced . So I suppose the chance for them to be buried by an avalanche is slim . ," Anyway , the show is breathtaking . By the way , where did they get so much snow here ? " " Anyway , the show is breathtaking . By the way , where did they get so much snow here ? "," Well , they have the most advanced snowmaking machine . " " Well , they have the most advanced snowmaking machine . ", Do you think the snowmaking may cause pollution ? Do you think the snowmaking may cause pollution ? , It's possible . definitely . I have to spend 300 yuan more on food every month . ," the biggest price jump is for pork , so most people have to turn to chicken . " " the biggest price jump is for pork , so most people have to turn to chicken . ", is that inflation ? is that inflation ? ," inflation is more than just the rising prices , I guess . But the central bank is warning about the risk of inflation . " " inflation is more than just the rising prices , I guess . But the central bank is warning about the risk of inflation . ", has the government taken some measures to curb it ? has the government taken some measures to curb it ? , yes . The government has banned price hikes in some key industries like energy . yes . The government has banned price hikes in some key industries like energy . , but I'm afraid the price hikes will spill over from food into other areas of the economy . but I'm afraid the price hikes will spill over from food into other areas of the economy . , you said it . I think we should tighten our budget and cut our spending . you said it . I think we should tighten our budget and cut our spending . , how ? how ? ," for a start , we can take the public transport to work . You know , running a car is a big expense . " " for a start , we can take the public transport to work . You know , running a car is a big expense . ", sounds a good idea . "Could you call Mr . Jacob for me , Sara ? I need to go over some stuff with him . "," Of course , Mr . Roberts . But , could you tell me his extension number again ? I haven ’ t got all the numbers down yet . " " Of course , Mr . Roberts . But , could you tell me his extension number again ? I haven ’ t got all the numbers down yet . "," Sure , it ’ s 4-8- 7-2 . Don ’ t worry . You ’ re doing a fine job . " " Sure , it ’ s 4-8- 7-2 . Don ’ t worry . You ’ re doing a fine job . ", Thank you very much . Mr . Roberts . "Tom ? Oh , it's been a while since we've talked to each other . Nice to hear you again . "," Same here . Hey , did you know Susan is going to get married . She invited me to her wedding and she wants you to attend also . " " Same here . Hey , did you know Susan is going to get married . She invited me to her wedding and she wants you to attend also . ", Really ? Really ? , Definitely . I'm calling to tell you this . Definitely . I'm calling to tell you this . , Why didn't she call me ? Why didn't she call me ? ," She tried , but the line is always busy . " " She tried , but the line is always busy . "," Well , I may have stayed on the phone too long . Can you give me her number ? I'll call her later . " " Well , I may have stayed on the phone too long . Can you give me her number ? I'll call her later . ", Of course . It's 555-4653 . Of course . It's 555-4653 . , Thanks . So how are things with you ? Thanks . So how are things with you ? , Pretty good . I've just bought a new house . Pretty good . I've just bought a new house . , Wow ! Great ! Where ? Wow ! Great ! Where ? , In the suburb . How are you and Carol ? Still living in town ? In the suburb . How are you and Carol ? Still living in town ? ," Yeah , it's really convenient . The theater and Shopping Mall are within walking distance . Well , I got to go . I'll get in touch with you soon . " " Yeah , it's really convenient . The theater and Shopping Mall are within walking distance . Well , I got to go . I'll get in touch with you soon . ", Okay . Don't forget to call Susan . Okay . Don't forget to call Susan . , Don't worry . Bye . Do you have desserts ? ," Yes , we have many kinds of pies and puddings . " " Yes , we have many kinds of pies and puddings . ", Can you give us more information ? Can you give us more information ? ," Sure . We have lemon pies , apple pies , coffee rum pies and ice cream . " " Sure . We have lemon pies , apple pies , coffee rum pies and ice cream . ", I would like to have the coffee rum pies . "I ’ d like to have this cashed , please . ", Please put your name and address here . May I see your passport . Please put your name and address here . May I see your passport . , Yes . Yes . , How would you like it ? How would you like it ? , Ten hundreds and Ten Twenties and the rest of small changes please . Ten hundreds and Ten Twenties and the rest of small changes please . ," Ok , here you are . " What did you say your stop was ? , Fifth Avenue . Fifth Avenue . ," Oh , then you should have gotten off at the last stop . " " Oh , then you should have gotten off at the last stop . ", I should have ? I should have ? , But don't worry . You can get off at the next stop and walk back . It's not far . Do you live in the red house at the end of the road ? ," Yes , I live in that house with my parents and my sister . " " Yes , I live in that house with my parents and my sister . ", We also have a cat and a dog . We also have a cat and a dog . , Do you take your dog for a walk every day ? Do you take your dog for a walk every day ? ," No . My father takes the dog for a walk every Monday , Tuesday and Sunday . " " No . My father takes the dog for a walk every Monday , Tuesday and Sunday . "," And I take the dog for a walk every Wednesday , Thursday and Friday . " " And I take the dog for a walk every Wednesday , Thursday and Friday . ", Who takes the dog on Saturday ? Who takes the dog on Saturday ? , On Saturday we all go to the park and the dog comes with us . On Saturday we all go to the park and the dog comes with us . , Do you help with the housework ? Do you help with the housework ? , My mum and my sister do the housework and cooking but I clean my room . "Excuse me , I'm looking for your casual short-sleeved shirts . Can you tell me where those are ? "," Right over here , sir . What size do you wear ? " " Right over here , sir . What size do you wear ? ", Medium . Medium . , These here are all mediums . These here are all mediums . ," Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend . " " Thank you . I think I'll take this one , and these pants as well . They're a present for a friend . "," Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ? " " Shall I gift-wrap them for you , sir ? "," Yes , please . " "Hi , I think I was supposed to call for my test results today . "," If you go onto our website and put in your password , you can access your test results . " " If you go onto our website and put in your password , you can access your test results . ", Are you saying that there weren ’ t any problems ? Are you saying that there weren ’ t any problems ? , I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem . I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem . , Will I be able to read the results on the website and understand them ? Will I be able to read the results on the website and understand them ? ," Yes , if you go there , you can see what each test is about . " " Yes , if you go there , you can see what each test is about . ", How will I know what the numbers mean ? How will I know what the numbers mean ? , You can see your results and how they compare to the normal range . You can see your results and how they compare to the normal range . , How can I see test results from tests I have taken before ? How can I see test results from tests I have taken before ? , We put all of your test results up in the same place . Just check the dates for what you need . When and where were you born ? , I was born in Beijing in 1965 . I was born in Beijing in 1965 . , You look so young . You look so young . , Really ? Thank you . "Elaine ’ s back from school . I think it might be a nice gesture if you asked her out . I suppose she ’ s not good enough for you , is that it ? "," Look , Elaine Robinson and I do not get along . " " Look , Elaine Robinson and I do not get along . "," How do you know ? You haven ’ t seen her since high school . I guess your evenings , whatever you do with them , are just too valuable . " " How do you know ? You haven ’ t seen her since high school . I guess your evenings , whatever you do with them , are just too valuable . ", That has nothing to do with it ... That has nothing to do with it ... , I guess I ’ ll just have to tell Mr . Robinson that you ’ re too busy every evening – doing God knows what ... God don ’ t go on like this . If you absolutely refuse to take her out ... I guess I ’ ll just have to tell Mr . Robinson that you ’ re too busy every evening – doing God knows what ... God don ’ t go on like this . If you absolutely refuse to take her out ... , I do . I do . , Then I will simply have to invite all the Robinson ’ s over for dinner on Thursday . Can you tell me a little bit about yourself ? , I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company or approximately 10 years . I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company or approximately 10 years . , Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills . Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills . ," I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating system " " I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating system ", Where do you see yourself five years from now ? Where do you see yourself five years from now ? , I see myself in a management position . "What's the matter , Lisa ? You don't look too good . ", I just found out that my husband is cheating on me . I just found out that my husband is cheating on me . , You mean Mark ? He seems like such an honest guy . You mean Mark ? He seems like such an honest guy . , That's what I thought . It seems that he's been seeing someone else for about two months . That's what I thought . It seems that he's been seeing someone else for about two months . , Two months ? How did you find out ? Two months ? How did you find out ? ," I asked for leave and was at home when the telephone rang . I picked it up and a girl asked to talk to Mark . She then asked if I was his sister , and I said no , I was his wife . She hung up immediately . " " I asked for leave and was at home when the telephone rang . I picked it up and a girl asked to talk to Mark . She then asked if I was his sister , and I said no , I was his wife . She hung up immediately . ", So you asked him about the girl who called ? So you asked him about the girl who called ? ," Yeah , he first said it was someone from work . He gave me a lame excuse , and so I pressed him on it . " " Yeah , he first said it was someone from work . He gave me a lame excuse , and so I pressed him on it . ", What'd he do ? What'd he do ? ," He kept trying to make stupid excuses , and then broke down and admitted to a small indiscretion . " " He kept trying to make stupid excuses , and then broke down and admitted to a small indiscretion . "," Indiscretion ? How can an indiscretion last two months ? I mean , you two have been married for two years ! How can he do that to you ? " " Indiscretion ? How can an indiscretion last two months ? I mean , you two have been married for two years ! How can he do that to you ? ", I told him I would divorce him if he wouldn ’ t tell me the truth or end the relationship with her . I told him I would divorce him if he wouldn ’ t tell me the truth or end the relationship with her . , Good . I totally agree with what you did . "hi , Natasha , how's life ? ", great . My family came to visit me . great . My family came to visit me . ," oh , you must be very happy . How many people are there in your family ? " " oh , you must be very happy . How many people are there in your family ? "," my immediate family is very large . It's my mother , my father , my two older brothers , my younger sister and me . " " my immediate family is very large . It's my mother , my father , my two older brothers , my younger sister and me . "," I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me . " " I have a small family . They are my parents , my younger brother and me . ", I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ? I thought you were the only child in the family . Didn't China practice the only-child policy in the early 1980s ? ," yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children . " " yes , it did . But my parents are ethnic minority people . It's a preferential policy for an ethnic minority family to have two children . ", interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ? interesting . What do you think about families with only one child ? ," the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da " " the child must feel very longly . My younger brother is 10 years younger than me . Before he was born , I used to be the only child and always dreamed that I would have a younger sister or brother one da ", do you get along well with each other ? do you get along well with each other ? ," yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot . " " yes , we are very close . He is 12 years old and very smart . He always makes us laugh a lot . ", you are very lucky to have such a nice family . you are very lucky to have such a nice family . , thank you . Hello . Manchester 6739792 . , Hello . Is that Nicholas ? Hello . Is that Nicholas ? , Nicholas ? Nicholas Nickleby ? No . He doesn't live here any more . He's moved to Morecambe . Nicholas ? Nicholas Nickleby ? No . He doesn't live here any more . He's moved to Morecambe . , Never ! Do you know his new number ? Never ! Do you know his new number ? ," Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ? " " Yes . I've got it somewhere . Let me see . Where did I put it ? Ah - I remember , it's on the memo . Here it is . Do you have a pen to write it down ? "," Yes , I do . Go on . " " Yes , I do . Go on . ", His number's 4945939 . His number's 4945939 . , 4945939 . Marvellous ! Thanks for your help . Is that room service ? , Yes.what can I do for you ? Yes.what can I do for you ? , May I ask for a wake-up call tomorrow morning ? May I ask for a wake-up call tomorrow morning ? ," Fine , what time do you want to get up ? " " Fine , what time do you want to get up ? ", 6:30 . My room number is 305 . "Mr . Lee , I was wondering if you and your wife had plans for next Friday night ? "," Yes , I think we might be free . What did you have in mind ? " " Yes , I think we might be free . What did you have in mind ? ", I've mailed a formal written invitation to your home inviting you to a dinner party at my home . I've mailed a formal written invitation to your home inviting you to a dinner party at my home . , That sounds great . Is it casual ? That sounds great . Is it casual ? ," Actually , we thought it would be fun to have a formal sit-down dinner for the holidays . " " Actually , we thought it would be fun to have a formal sit-down dinner for the holidays . ", That sounds good . It will give my wife a chance to dress up . That sounds good . It will give my wife a chance to dress up . ," Yes , we've invited four other couples , so it should be a good mix of people . " " Yes , we've invited four other couples , so it should be a good mix of people . ", That sounds wonderful . Will there be anyone there that I know ? That sounds wonderful . Will there be anyone there that I know ? ," Oh yes , everyone we are inviting is from our company . " " Oh yes , everyone we are inviting is from our company . ", Great ! I'll look forward to it . We'll make sure and check the mail for our invitation . What do you think of the acting of the two main actors in the film ? , I consider the hero's acting is inferior to that of the heroine's . don't you agree ? I consider the hero's acting is inferior to that of the heroine's . don't you agree ? ," Well , I'm afraid not . I think the hero has much more to be believed in . " Excuse me . Do you know how to get to the mall ? ," Sure , I used to work there . Go straight for about a mile , then turn left at the light . The mall will be on the right . " " Sure , I used to work there . Go straight for about a mile , then turn left at the light . The mall will be on the right . ", Do you know the address ? Do you know the address ? ," Yes , the address is 541 Main street . " " Yes , the address is 541 Main street . ", Can you write it down for me please ? Can you write it down for me please ? , No problem . No problem . , Is it faster if I take Highland avenue ? Is it faster if I take Highland avenue ? ," No , that way is longer . There are more stop lights on that street . " " No , that way is longer . There are more stop lights on that street . ", I think you're right . Thank you . "Excuse me , do you have any English songs ? "," Yes , we do . They are all in this book . " " Yes , we do . They are all in this book . "," Great , thanks . " " Great , thanks . "," No problem . Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up , though . We don ’ t get that many English singers ! " " No problem . Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up , though . We don ’ t get that many English singers ! "," Oh , I see . " What do you plan to do for your birthday ? ," I want to have a picnic with my friends , Mum . " " I want to have a picnic with my friends , Mum . ", How about a party at home ? That way we can get together and celebrate it . How about a party at home ? That way we can get together and celebrate it . ," OK , Mum . I'll invite my friends home . " Tom and Helen got married at last . , How did you know that ? I heart Tom ’ s father didn ’ t agree with that . How did you know that ? I heart Tom ’ s father didn ’ t agree with that . , I was invited to attend their wedding . I was invited to attend their wedding . ," It ’ s great . Although his father didn ’ t agree with that , Tom went through with it . " " It ’ s great . Although his father didn ’ t agree with that , Tom went through with it . ", How moving love is . Why don't you have dinner with me tonight ? , I'd love to . I'd love to . , Let's say about 6:00 ? Let's say about 6:00 ? , That's OK with me . What are in this folder ? , They are reports of our company . They are reports of our company . , Are they filed alphabetically ? Are they filed alphabetically ? ," No , they are filed according to dates . " " No , they are filed according to dates . "," Can you find last month ’ s report for me , please ? " " Can you find last month ’ s report for me , please ? "," No problem , here you are . " "Hello , can I help you ? ", Yes . I ’ m looking for something to wear to a formal party . Yes . I ’ m looking for something to wear to a formal party . , What dress size do you wear ? What dress size do you wear ? ," Medium , a woman ’ s size 10 or 12 . " " Medium , a woman ’ s size 10 or 12 . ", This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ’ s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ? This dress is the latest fashion form Paris . It ’ s made of pure silk . And this silk blouse would go with this skirt . Do you like it ? , Yes . Yes . , Why don ’ t you try it on and see how you feel about it ? Why don ’ t you try it on and see how you feel about it ? , That ’ s a great idea . I ’ ll try it on . That ’ s a great idea . I ’ ll try it on . , How does that feel ? How does that feel ? , It feels very good . It feels very good . , You look wonderful . You look wonderful . , Okay . I ’ ll take it . Thank you very much . Okay . I ’ ll take it . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . I am currently the highest bidder for your shirt . I was wondering about the size . , It's a small . It's a small . , How is the condition ? How old is it ? How is the condition ? How old is it ? , It has never been worn . It was too small for me so I'm selling it . It has never been worn . It was too small for me so I'm selling it . , Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ? Why didn't you return the shirt or exchange it ? , I got it as a gift so I couldn't take it back . Good luck ! I hope it will fit you ! Do you play mahjong ? , Once in a while . R :: Good morning . Room Reservations . May I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ d like to reserve a room . " " Yes , I ’ d like to reserve a room . "," R :: Thank you , sir . For which date and how many guests will there be in your party ? " " R :: Thank you , sir . For which date and how many guests will there be in your party ? ", From April 16th to 20th . Just my wife and myself . From April 16th to 20th . Just my wife and myself . ," R :: From April 16th to 20th.And which kind of room would you prefer , sir ? " " R :: From April 16th to 20th.And which kind of room would you prefer , sir ? "," A Twin , please . " " A Twin , please . "," Could you hold the line please ? I ’ ll check our room availability . ( After a while ) Thank you for waiting , sir . We have a twin room at US $ 180 per night , will that be all right ? " " Could you hold the line please ? I ’ ll check our room availability . ( After a while ) Thank you for waiting , sir . We have a twin room at US $ 180 per night , will that be all right ? "," Ok , I ’ ll take it . " " Ok , I ’ ll take it . "," Thank you , sir . May I have your name and phone number , please ? " " Thank you , sir . May I have your name and phone number , please ? "," Sure . May name is Aaron Johnson , and my phone number is 3242-5827 . " " Sure . May name is Aaron Johnson , and my phone number is 3242-5827 . "," R :: Mr . Aaron Johnson , phone number is 3242-5827 . Excuse me , how do you spell your first name ? " " R :: Mr . Aaron Johnson , phone number is 3242-5827 . Excuse me , how do you spell your first name ? "," It ’ s double A , R , O , N . " " It ’ s double A , R , O , N . "," Double A , R , O , N . Thank you , Mr . Johnson . May I know your arrival time on April 16th ? " " Double A , R , O , N . Thank you , Mr . Johnson . May I know your arrival time on April 16th ? ", Around 9 p . m . Around 9 p . m . ," Mr . Johnson , for the unguaranteed reservation , we can only hold the room by 6 p . m . , because it is the peak season now . If you make a guaranteed reservation , we can hold the room overnight . Would you like to make a guaranteed reservation by credit card ? " " Mr . Johnson , for the unguaranteed reservation , we can only hold the room by 6 p . m . , because it is the peak season now . If you make a guaranteed reservation , we can hold the room overnight . Would you like to make a guaranteed reservation by credit card ? ", Fine . Do you accept American Express ? Fine . Do you accept American Express ? , Yes . May I know the number ? Yes . May I know the number ? , It ’ s 134986 It ’ s 134986 ," Thank you , Mr . Johnson . You ’ Ve made a guaranteed reservation at the Guangzhou xx Hotel , from April 16th to 20th for 5 nights . If you can ’ t arrive as schedule , please inform us before 6 p . m . on April . hank you for calling and we look forward to serving you " That was a nice funeral . ," Yes , dad , it was . " " Yes , dad , it was . ", The son gave a nice speech about his father . The son gave a nice speech about his father . ," It was long , too . " " It was long , too . ", I think it was about 45 minutes long . I think it was about 45 minutes long . , But it went by fast . It was interesting . But it went by fast . It was interesting . , I liked it . I liked it . ," I'll give you a speech like that , too . " " I'll give you a speech like that , too . ", Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ? Do you think anyone will come to my funeral ? , Of course . Of course . , I think only the family will be there . I think only the family will be there . ," You have lots of friends . They will be there , too ! " "Excuse me , is this the Guyon Travel Agency ? "," Yes , sir . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , sir . What can I do for you ? ", I want to travel to the ancient town in the south of China . Would you please tell me something about it ? I want to travel to the ancient town in the south of China . Would you please tell me something about it ? ," Sure . There's network of canals . And there are white walls , black tiles , small bridges , flowing rivers , flagstones roads , blue sky and white clouds . Few places have preserved the past like this place . Walking on the ancient road makes us back to our sense . " " Sure . There's network of canals . And there are white walls , black tiles , small bridges , flowing rivers , flagstones roads , blue sky and white clouds . Few places have preserved the past like this place . Walking on the ancient road makes us back to our sense . "," Wonderful . That's just what I expect , where is my first place if I go there ? " " Wonderful . That's just what I expect , where is my first place if I go there ? ", Zhouzhuang . Zhouzhuang . , How long does the tour take ? How long does the tour take ? , It's about two days . It's about two days . , what's the cost ? what's the cost ? , It's about 300 yuan . It's about 300 yuan . , I know . Thank you very much . I know . Thank you very much . , That's all right . May you have a good trip ! That's all right . May you have a good trip ! , Thank you . The dinner was really good . It knocked my socks off . , That's very kind of you to say so . Let's try some after-dinner wines . That's very kind of you to say so . Let's try some after-dinner wines . , Great . Sweet wines are my favorite . They always make a great finish to a decisions meal . Great . Sweet wines are my favorite . They always make a great finish to a decisions meal . , Do you prefer brandy or ports . Do you prefer brandy or ports . ," Port , please . " " Port , please . ", Excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor . Excellent choice . I love its smooth flavor . , The port is quite exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ? The port is quite exquisite . It must have spent years aging in barrels . Am I right ? , Yes . You always have a good nose for wines . Yes . You always have a good nose for wines . , Next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine . Next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine . ," Oh , what's that ? " " Oh , what's that ? ", It's made from naturally frozen grapes . It's made from naturally frozen grapes . , Why not ? It sounds great . Why not ? It sounds great . ," OK , here's to your health . " " OK , here's to your health . ", Thanks . Cheers . Thanks . Cheers . , Cheers . Let's go for a drink after work . , Nothing doing . I'll be willing to come and talk about the financing of our imports . , It can be solved by drawing a draft on us at 90 days sight . It can be solved by drawing a draft on us at 90 days sight . , What about a draft at 120 days sight ? What about a draft at 120 days sight ? , All right . But we demand the draft be accepted by a bank acceptable to us . All right . But we demand the draft be accepted by a bank acceptable to us . , A bank's acceptance will add to the costs of our imports . You can rest assured that we will accept the draft and honour it when it comes due . A bank's acceptance will add to the costs of our imports . You can rest assured that we will accept the draft and honour it when it comes due . , Then we will be in a position to arrange for a loan from our bank . You know we exports would like to have our investments returned as early as possible . Then we will be in a position to arrange for a loan from our bank . You know we exports would like to have our investments returned as early as possible . , I hope this transaction will pave the way for further business relations between our two countries . I hope this transaction will pave the way for further business relations between our two countries . , So do I . "Gosh , it's 7:30 , I'll miss the first class . ", Don't get up so late next time . You should have gone to bed earlier last night . Don't get up so late next time . You should have gone to bed earlier last night . ," Yes , Mum . " Did you hear who won the English speech contest ? ," No , who won ? " " No , who won ? ", It's George . It's George . , Really ? I'm surprised . I didn't know his English was that good . "Hey , look ! They ’ re playing reruns of the 1996 Olympics . ", Isn ’ t that Michael Johnson ? I think he set a world record in this race . Isn ’ t that Michael Johnson ? I think he set a world record in this race . , He completed the first 200 / 400 double in Olympic history ! He completed the first 200 / 400 double in Olympic history ! ," Are you sure ? What about Carl Lewis ? He won four golds , didn ’ t he ? " " Are you sure ? What about Carl Lewis ? He won four golds , didn ’ t he ? "," Carl won the gold in the 100 , 200 , long jump , and 4x100 relay in 1984 . " " Carl won the gold in the 100 , 200 , long jump , and 4x100 relay in 1984 . ", I like the way Carl runs . He looks more graceful . "Would you mind taking your feet off the table , Mike ? ", Not at all . But I've found satisfaction in it ! Not at all . But I've found satisfaction in it ! , Do you put your feet on your own table ? Do you put your feet on your own table ? ," No , I never do that . " " No , I never do that . ", Why not ? Why not ? ," I don't want to mark my table , of course . " " I don't want to mark my table , of course . "," Well , will you please put them down ? " " Well , will you please put them down ? ", I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early . I'm sorry . I thought you wouldn't come back so early . , I forgot something on the table . I forgot something on the table . ," Oh , you've got a good memory . " "Hello , China Southern Airlines . Can I help you ? "," Yes , could I make a reservation to New York on July 21st , next Friday ? " " Yes , could I make a reservation to New York on July 21st , next Friday ? "," Sorry , there is no flight available on July 21st . " " Sorry , there is no flight available on July 21st . ", That's too bad . What's the earliest flight available ? That's too bad . What's the earliest flight available ? , I can give you a reservation on flight No CZ 387 on July 22nd . I can give you a reservation on flight No CZ 387 on July 22nd . , What about the fight schedule ? What about the fight schedule ? , It departs at 12:10 and arrives at 15:10 next day . It departs at 12:10 and arrives at 15:10 next day . , Is it a non-stop flight ? Is it a non-stop flight ? , Yes . Yes . , Sounds good . I'd like to take this flight . Sounds good . I'd like to take this flight . , Would you prefer first class or economy class ? Would you prefer first class or economy class ? , Economy class . Economy class . ," And your name , please ? " " And your name , please ? ", Edward Smith . Edward Smith . ," Mr . Smith , you can get things fixed through our agencies in Guangzhou . Do remember to bring your passport with you . " " Mr . Smith , you can get things fixed through our agencies in Guangzhou . Do remember to bring your passport with you . "," Yes , many thanks . Goodbye . " " Yes , many thanks . Goodbye . ", Bye . Mary and Tom are breaking up . , It's unbelievable ! They are only married for one month . Then who is at fault ? It's unbelievable ! They are only married for one month . Then who is at fault ? ," Mary said she couldn't put up with Tom , for he fell in love with another woman . " " Mary said she couldn't put up with Tom , for he fell in love with another woman . ", Do you think they'll become reconciled ? Do you think they'll become reconciled ? ," No , I don't think so . She said she would rather be single than cope with an unhappy marriage . " " No , I don't think so . She said she would rather be single than cope with an unhappy marriage . ", What a shame ! Their marriage is really a mistake . "Betty and I will throw a dinner party this weekend , we ’ d like you to come . ", That would be very nice . Only that I ’ ll be a little late . Is that OK ? That would be very nice . Only that I ’ ll be a little late . Is that OK ? , Sure . We ’ ll be looking forward to that day . Sure . We ’ ll be looking forward to that day . , So will I . Thank you . "Hello , so how are we feeling today ? "," Things are going well for me , Dr . Smith . " " Things are going well for me , Dr . Smith . ", Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical ? Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical ? ," Yes , I am applying for new health insurance , and I need a physical examination to qualify . " " Yes , I am applying for new health insurance , and I need a physical examination to qualify . "," Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose . " " Your basic physical exam will include lungs , heart , blood levels , and eyes , ears , and nose . "," I ’ Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ? " " I ’ Ve been having a little trouble breathing . Would you look into that , please ? "," We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test . " " We can do an allergy test , and later I can send you for an asthma test . "," I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ? " " I would appreciate it . When you give me a blood test , what are you looking for ? "," I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count . " " I am going to check your cholesterol , blood sugar , and white blood cell count . ", I am expecting the tests to go well . I have been taking good care of myself . "Good morning sir , I come to fetch me suit . ", Sure . May I see your receipt ? Sure . May I see your receipt ? , Here you are . Here you are . , That's right . Try it on . That's right . Try it on . ," Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long . " " Well , I think the waist is a little tight and the sleeves are too long . ", Really ? Let me see . He has worked five years in that bank . , He must be an experienced accountant . He must be an experienced accountant . , You said it.Let ' s ask him to work in our bank . You said it.Let ' s ask him to work in our bank . , Great minds think alike . How's the bride-to-be ? , Tired and stressed . This wedding is giving me a headache . Tired and stressed . This wedding is giving me a headache . ," Just relax . With me as your maid of honor , everything will be fine ! " " Just relax . With me as your maid of honor , everything will be fine ! ", I'm worried that everything will be chaotic ! I'm worried that everything will be chaotic ! , Hey ! I'm the tour guide . I'll take care of the Taiwanese guests . Hey ! I'm the tour guide . I'll take care of the Taiwanese guests . ," You're going to have to tell them what to do in church , what everything means ... " " You're going to have to tell them what to do in church , what everything means ... ", I will . Don't worry ! I can't find proper parking space . , Let's just park here . Let's just park here . ," No , there's no parking sign . " " No , there's no parking sign . "," Oh , the policeman's coming . " "Hey John , did you register for classes yet ? ", I register this Friday . I register this Friday . , What classes do you plan on taking ? What classes do you plan on taking ? ," I really want to take the communication class , but I don't know if it will be available . " " I really want to take the communication class , but I don't know if it will be available . ", Is that class really that popular ? Is that class really that popular ? ," Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered . " " Yeah . I tried to get in last semester , but it was full by the time I registered . ", What other classes are you going to take ? What other classes are you going to take ? ," I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing . " " I still need to take English 201 , but I really don't like writing . "," I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad . " " I took that class already . There is a lot of writing , but it's not that bad . ", Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from . Oh really ? Who was the instructor ? There are like 4 different instructors to choose from . , I had Professor Mahoney . I had Professor Mahoney . , Is he an easy grader ? Is he an easy grader ? ," I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair . " " I'm not sure if he is or not , but I thought he was definitely fair . ", Do you mind if I ask you what you got ? Do you mind if I ask you what you got ? , Not at all . I got a 3.8 . Not at all . I got a 3.8 . ," Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ? " " Well , what did you get in English 101 last year ? ", I got a 4.0 in that class . I got a 4.0 in that class . ," Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3.1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder . " " Well , I can't compare to you . I got a 3.1 in English 101 . That means if you got a lower grade in English 201 , it must be harder . "," It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade . " " It's not what it appears . I actually tried harder in the 101 class . If I put as much effort into the 201 class , I would have received the same grade . ", Oh . That helps . Thanks . Could I have a word with you ? ," Sure , what is it ? " " Sure , what is it ? ", I am disappointed with your work lately . I am disappointed with your work lately . , I'm sorry . I've been having some problems . Have you got any hobbies ? , Yes . I'm fond of playing the chess and I'm very keen on playing cards . Yes . I'm fond of playing the chess and I'm very keen on playing cards . , Which is easier to learn ? Which is easier to learn ? ," Both , but the rules of playing cards vary in different places . " Does she make any sense to you ? , No . It's all Greek to me . No . It's all Greek to me . ," She's speaking French , not Greek . " " She's speaking French , not Greek . ", I know that . I mean I couldn't understand her at all . I know that . I mean I couldn't understand her at all . , Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard . Me neither . All I have to do is study French hard . , I wish you the best of luck . "Mr . Smith . could you give me your quotation for your bicycle A5 , FOB Qingdao ? ", Can You tell me how many you want to buy ? Can You tell me how many you want to buy ? ," 100 for immediate delivery , and 500 in two months time.that ' s by the end of July " " 100 for immediate delivery , and 500 in two months time.that ' s by the end of July "," Well . then , 260 yuan each . " " Well . then , 260 yuan each . "," Since this is a sizeable order , I was thinking you might give us a 5 % discount . " " Since this is a sizeable order , I was thinking you might give us a 5 % discount . "," I'm afraid we can't go as high as that . You know we usually don't give any discount . but considering the newly established business relationship between us , I could give you 3 % off the list price . " " I'm afraid we can't go as high as that . You know we usually don't give any discount . but considering the newly established business relationship between us , I could give you 3 % off the list price . "," Only 3 % ? That's not much . If you could make some concessions , we would probably buy some of your other products . " " Only 3 % ? That's not much . If you could make some concessions , we would probably buy some of your other products . "," OK . OK . I don't want to haggle with you . Let's say , how about 3.5 % ? " " OK . OK . I don't want to haggle with you . Let's say , how about 3.5 % ? ", I think I can accept that . Have you heard that new song by the Beastie Boys ? , Why do you listen to rap ? Why do you listen to rap ? , It's not much different from that heavy metal music you like so much . It's not much different from that heavy metal music you like so much . , Heavy metal music is a lot different from rap music.You can dance to heavy metal . Heavy metal music is a lot different from rap music.You can dance to heavy metal . ," Hey , you can dance to rap music ! " " Hey , you can dance to rap music ! ", I can't dance to it . And I know you can't either . Because I've seen you try . Let ' s got out tomorrow night . We can go to a bar and try to find you a girlfriend . , I don ' t think that ' s a good idea . I am just not good with approaching someone and starting up a conversation . I don ' t think that ' s a good idea . I am just not good with approaching someone and starting up a conversation . ," Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines , you know , break the ice . " " Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines , you know , break the ice . ", Pick-up lines don ' t work ! Pick-up lines don ' t work ! , Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say “ If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . ” Come on ! You can just walk up to a girl and say “ If you were a booger I \ ' d pick you first . ” , What ? Come on ! That ’ s just lame ! No girl would fall for that ! What ? Come on ! That ’ s just lame ! No girl would fall for that ! ," Fine , then you can say , “ So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! ” " " Fine , then you can say , “ So there you are ! I ' Ve been looking all over for YOU , the woman of my dreams ! ” ", That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny . That ' s a good one ! I think that ' s pretty funny . ," Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink . " " Yeah , so you make her laugh , you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink . "," Ok , how does this sound , “ I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . ” " " Ok , how does this sound , “ I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there . So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes . ” ", Nice ! Let ' s go ! "Are you ready to order now , sir ? "," Yes , let me have this roast beef special . " " Yes , let me have this roast beef special . "," You have a choice of vegetables , green peas , lima beans or spinach . " " You have a choice of vegetables , green peas , lima beans or spinach . ", I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done . I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done . ," Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ? " " Yes , sir . What would you want to drink , coffee , tea or milk ? "," A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar . " " A cup of coffee , please , with cream and sugar . "," The cream and sugar are on the table , sir . " " The cream and sugar are on the table , sir . "," Oh , yes . " " Oh , yes . ", Would you like to order some dessert ? Would you like to order some dessert ? , What comes with the special ? What comes with the special ? ," Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake . " " Ice cream , fresh fruit or chocolate cake . ", I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream . I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream . ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . "," Waiter , may I have my check , please ? " " Waiter , may I have my check , please ? "," Here you are , sir . Pay the cashier at the door . " How many passengers are there aboard the ship ? ," Seventy-six , I think . " you're rather energetic today . What's going on ? , nothing really . I think I've had a few too many coffees . nothing really . I think I've had a few too many coffees . ," free coffee is one of the perks at this place , isn't it ? " " free coffee is one of the perks at this place , isn't it ? ", it's the only perk of this job ! How's your day going ? it's the only perk of this job ! How's your day going ? , not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today . not that well . I've got that Monday morning feeling today . , why is that ? why is that ? , my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend ! my boss has been breathing down my neck all day . I can't wait for the weekend ! ," your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ? " " your boss is a real salve-driver , isn't he ? ", you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work ! you can say that again ! He won't even let us check our personal email at work ! , that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office . that's not just your boss . No one is allowed to send personal emails from the office . , really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy . really ? I didn't know that it was against company policy . , maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all ! maybe your boss isn't so horrible after all ! ," no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T . " " no , he is . Some bosses will bend the rules a bit sometimes , but not my boss . He always follows the rules to a T . ", try not to let it bother you too much . try not to let it bother you too much . , thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again ! thanks . I better get back to my work before my boss yells at me again ! ," ok , I'll see you in a bit . " " ok , I'll see you in a bit . ", alright . See you later ! What characteristics should an interpreter own ? , I think he should be an expert of everything . I think he should be an expert of everything . , Why is that ? Why is that ? ," Because English is nothing but a tool which is used when people may negotiate in international conferences , probe into physics , release some information in a press conferrence , and do anything we can do with language . Therefore , an interpreter has to know some expertise in the field he / she serves as an interpreter . Otherwise he / she can not carry out his / her work smoothly . " "These days my son has turned his computer into an electronic playground . He plays football , rides horses , drives racing cars , and does a whole bunch of other things on the computer . The funny thing about it is that , no matter what he plays , he always wins first place . I wonder if he'll be able to cope with a defeat in real life . ", Don't worry . He'll cross that bridge when he comes to it . My son reads a lot on his computer and uses e-mail to send messages to his friends almost every day . He's really absorbed by the discussions . Don't worry . He'll cross that bridge when he comes to it . My son reads a lot on his computer and uses e-mail to send messages to his friends almost every day . He's really absorbed by the discussions . , That's exactly like my wife . She spends at least two hours a day on the computers discussing things ranging from stock prices to soft-ware standards . That's exactly like my wife . She spends at least two hours a day on the computers discussing things ranging from stock prices to soft-ware standards . , I guess using a computer has a great deal to do with human interaction . Getting in touch with each other must be more fun to your wife and my son than the coolest computer games or the hottest information . Aren ’ t you going to swim ? , Are you kidding ? Don't you know I can't swim ? Are you kidding ? Don't you know I can't swim ? ," You are not telling me that we drove 50 miles to come here for just sunbath , are you ? " " You are not telling me that we drove 50 miles to come here for just sunbath , are you ? "," Hey , don't shout . Come here ! Sit closer . Now , Jim , we ’ Ve had a lovely day . Don't spoil it now . " " Hey , don't shout . Come here ! Sit closer . Now , Jim , we ’ Ve had a lovely day . Don't spoil it now . ", What about your beautiful bathing suit ? We shopped all day . Don't you want to show it off ? What about your beautiful bathing suit ? We shopped all day . Don't you want to show it off ? ," Everybody who walks past me sees it . Besides , it's a good sunbathing suit . " " Everybody who walks past me sees it . Besides , it's a good sunbathing suit . ", All right . Suit yourself . I am going swimming . All right . Suit yourself . I am going swimming . , Jim ! Jim ! , Yes ? Yes ? , Can you get me a beach umbrella and a deck chair ? I am really tired of lying in thousand . Can you get me a beach umbrella and a deck chair ? I am really tired of lying in thousand . , I've got a better idea . Why don ’ t we hire a boat and go for a ride ? What do you think ? I've got a better idea . Why don ’ t we hire a boat and go for a ride ? What do you think ? , Are you serious ? That will be wonderful ! What should I do when I find a job ? , There are a few considerations . Is this a part-time or full-time job ? There are a few considerations . Is this a part-time or full-time job ? , Does it make a difference ? Does it make a difference ? ," Basically , you really don ’ t need to do much of anything . On the Continued Claim Form , you will note that you now have a new job and also note what you are earning . " " Basically , you really don ’ t need to do much of anything . On the Continued Claim Form , you will note that you now have a new job and also note what you are earning . "," If I get work for a few weeks , will I be terminated from EDD ? " " If I get work for a few weeks , will I be terminated from EDD ? ", You will not mess up your job benefits by taking work . You can always come back and notify EDD that you are once again in need of assistance . "I don't know how John can put up with his son , who fools around without working . ", He's out of John's hands . Nothing he can do about such a black sheep . He's out of John's hands . Nothing he can do about such a black sheep . ," If I were him , I would give him a good talking-to . I would insist on his stopping fooling around like that . " Nice dress . How do I look ? Be honest . , Hmm ... you look too dressed up . How about this purple top and these jeans ? Hmm ... you look too dressed up . How about this purple top and these jeans ? ," Well , that top is a little too tight , and those jeans aren ’ t dressy enough . And I don ’ t feel comfortable with that . What do you think , Vicky ? You ’ Ve been very quiet up to now . " " Well , that top is a little too tight , and those jeans aren ’ t dressy enough . And I don ’ t feel comfortable with that . What do you think , Vicky ? You ’ Ve been very quiet up to now . ", Be confident . Wear styles you ’ re going to be comfortable in . Please give me a piece of ' New York Daily ' . , You are late . The last piece has sold out . You are late . The last piece has sold out . ," Really ? Is there ' Wall Street Journal ' , please ? " " Really ? Is there ' Wall Street Journal ' , please ? "," There are several , take a piece . The crash appears in the headline . It is famous for offering catastrophe stories . " " There are several , take a piece . The crash appears in the headline . It is famous for offering catastrophe stories . ", I have a long flight for ten hours . I need to choose a magazine . I have a long flight for ten hours . I need to choose a magazine . , There are various magazines in the rack . There are various magazines in the rack . , Give me the latest issue of ' National Geographic ' . Give me the latest issue of ' National Geographic ' . , That's the top magazine in America and is popular with young people . OK . It is totally 30 dollars . That's the top magazine in America and is popular with young people . OK . It is totally 30 dollars . , Here you are . Here you are . , Have a nice trip . What can I do for you ? , Can I have a look at your handworks ? Can I have a look at your handworks ? ," All right . This way , please . " " All right . This way , please . "," You have quite a range , haven't you ? " " You have quite a range , haven't you ? "," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . "," They are all produced in China , aren't they ? " " They are all produced in China , aren't they ? "," Yes , they are all distinctive Chinese . " " Yes , they are all distinctive Chinese . ", Could you please select me one ? Could you please select me one ? , How do you like this one ? It's very beautiful . How do you like this one ? It's very beautiful . ," Oh , I like it very much . How much does it cost ? " " Oh , I like it very much . How much does it cost ? ", 350 yuan . 350 yuan . , OK . I'll take it . The weather has been terrible this week . ," Yeah , I'm worried . If it's like this tomorrow , our big outdoor party will have to be canceled . " " Yeah , I'm worried . If it's like this tomorrow , our big outdoor party will have to be canceled . ", Let's hope it clears up . "I'd like to order breakfast , please . "," What'd you like , madam ? " " What'd you like , madam ? ", Two muffins and a cup of coffee.Will it take long ? Two muffins and a cup of coffee.Will it take long ? ," No , just a few minutes . " How was your date recently ? , Not too bad . It is seemingly too hard for me to find a place for our date . Not too bad . It is seemingly too hard for me to find a place for our date . , I guess so . Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual . I guess so . Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual . , She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating . She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating . ," Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars . " " Yes , now many girls want to be independent , so it is a little popular , especially among white collars . "," But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself . " " But I am still traditional , so I felt weird when she paid for herself . ", Forget about it ! Forget about it ! , Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ? Are you satisfied with your girlfriend ? ," It will be a long story . We have many differences , for example , she usually puts all her clothes into washing machine . That is the sort of thing I can not bear . " "Professor Li , do you know where to buy art supplies ? ", For what ? Are you taking up painting ? For what ? Are you taking up painting ? , No . I can't paint . I'm asking for my niece . She is really into it . No . I can't paint . I'm asking for my niece . She is really into it . ," Oh , good . How old is your niece ? " " Oh , good . How old is your niece ? "," She is eight . Actually , I'm buying a good set of art supplies for her as a birthday gift . " " She is eight . Actually , I'm buying a good set of art supplies for her as a birthday gift . ", It's a wise thing to do . Art will do a child a world of good . "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes . Fill it up , please . " " Yes . Fill it up , please . ", OK . What kind of gas do you want ? OK . What kind of gas do you want ? , I don't really know . I have just bought this new car . And it's the first time I've gotten gas for it . I don't really know . I have just bought this new car . And it's the first time I've gotten gas for it . ," We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium . " " We have regular , super , and premium gasoline . This is a new car , so I'd recommend premium . "," Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up . " " Premium , please . Thanks . Please fill it up . "," All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 . " " All right , sir . You will park at refueling 4 . "," OK , thanks . " " OK , thanks . ", Your car's ready . Your car's ready . , Good . How much does it come to ? Good . How much does it come to ? ," Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18.56 , please . " " Ten gallons of premium . That's $ 18.56 , please . ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . ," Thank you , sir . Have a nice drive ! " "Hello , I want to make a reservation for a Qingdao cruise . ", When will you set out ? When will you set out ? , Next week . Next week . , OK . There is one on Wednesday . OK . There is one on Wednesday . , Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ? Good ! How much does the sea view stateroom cost for per person ? , Eight hundred yuan . Eight hundred yuan . , I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ? I see . Does that include fees for shore excursions ? , No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities . No . It doesn't . But it includes all other on board activities . ," Thanks a lot . Give me one ticket , please . " Why don ’ t we go the cinema tonight ? , That sounds good but I don ’ t know what ’ s on . That sounds good but I don ’ t know what ’ s on . , I think there ’ s a very romantic new film starring Hugh Grant . Let ’ s go and see that . I think there ’ s a very romantic new film starring Hugh Grant . Let ’ s go and see that . ," Ok , that ’ s a good idea . Where shall we meet ? " " Ok , that ’ s a good idea . Where shall we meet ? ", Well how about meeting at my place ? Well how about meeting at my place ? , That sounds good . I ’ ll call you once I arrive . "Mr . : Hello , Mary . ", Hi . Hi . ," Mr . : I'm Mr . Taylor , and I'm your counselor . I'm going to show you around the school . " " Mr . : I'm Mr . Taylor , and I'm your counselor . I'm going to show you around the school . ", OK . OK . , Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria . Mr . : Right here is the cafeteria . , It's huge ! It's huge ! , Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room . Mr . : But not big enough . And here is our computer room . , There must be about 50 computers in here . There must be about 50 computers in here . , Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium . Mr . : And over here is our gymnasium . , Do I have to take gym ? Do I have to take gym ? , Mr . : Just like everyone else . When were you born may I ask ? , On 20th May 1963 . On 20th May 1963 . , Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ? Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar ? , 27th day of the fourth month . 27th day of the fourth month . ," By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ? " " By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin ? ", It will begin at five thirty . It will begin at five thirty . , I am frigid I can't be there on time . I am frigid I can't be there on time . , You can see it tomorrow . You can see it tomorrow . , I don't want to miss it today . I don't want to miss it today . , See you . See you . , See you . My child is often absent-minded in class . , It's all right . Kids are like that . It's all right . Kids are like that . ," But if he doesn't listen to the teacher carefully , he won't learn anything . " " But if he doesn't listen to the teacher carefully , he won't learn anything . ", Don't worry . His teacher will tell him to be good . Don't worry . His teacher will tell him to be good . , I hope so . "Happy birthday , Alice , here is a little something for you . "," Thank you very much , David . It's an excellent birthday gift . " "I tried to ask the bank teller why it changed , but she didn't speak English well enough.So I decided to go to the magazine shop . The one around the corner.And I bought an American newspaper . ", What happened ? What happened ? , It seems that yesterday the Mexican government declared wouldn't pay back the loans it got from the World Bank.The government declared a default on the loans . It seems that yesterday the Mexican government declared wouldn't pay back the loans it got from the World Bank.The government declared a default on the loans . , That's serious . That's serious . ," I know . The economy here is having serious problems.But because the government declared a default , the currency value went way down . " " I know . The economy here is having serious problems.But because the government declared a default , the currency value went way down . ", So now Mexican pesos are worth about half as much . So now Mexican pesos are worth about half as much . ," Yes , it's an amazing drop . " " Yes , it's an amazing drop . ", Wow . I feel sorry for the Mexicans . But it's good for us . Wow . I feel sorry for the Mexicans . But it's good for us . ," Yes , it's very good . We suddenly have twice as much money to spend here.Our hotel is now half as expensive as when we got here ! Isn't that strange ? " " Yes , it's very good . We suddenly have twice as much money to spend here.Our hotel is now half as expensive as when we got here ! Isn't that strange ? "," Yes , and you know what ? " " Yes , and you know what ? ", What ? What ? ," I don't really like this hotel that much.So tonight , now that we are so rich , tonight why don't we stay in the most expensive hotel in town ? " " I don't really like this hotel that much.So tonight , now that we are so rich , tonight why don't we stay in the most expensive hotel in town ? ", Why not ? We should do it . Because now we can afford it . Good morning.My name's Pat Green . , Good morning.Mr.Green.My name is Helen.What can I do for you ? Good morning.Mr.Green.My name is Helen.What can I do for you ? , I read in the poster that you're looking for a student to work as a language assistant . I read in the poster that you're looking for a student to work as a language assistant . , Yes.Are you interested in the job ? Yes.Are you interested in the job ? ," I think so.But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ? " " I think so.But before I apply , could you tell me more about the work ? ", Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ? Have you eve worked with tape recorders before ? , I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school . I used cassette recorders a lot when I studied English in high school . ," Good.There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one.If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ? " " Good.There are many different kind of language labs , but ours is a small one.If you decide to take the job , I'll explain how to operate the system , Are you sure ? ", How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ? How many hours would I work a day and what's the pay ? ," Ten hours a week.From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week . " " Ten hours a week.From Monday to Friday , from 4 to 6 P . m . , and $ 150 a week . "," OK , I'll take it . " " OK , I'll take it . ", Fine.Please fill out the application form . "Hi there , Mr Brown . Are you depositing or withdrawing today ? "," Sorry to say it , but neither of those . I'm here to close our account with you . The market around here has been dropping for a while now , and it's just not sensible for us to stay . " " Sorry to say it , but neither of those . I'm here to close our account with you . The market around here has been dropping for a while now , and it's just not sensible for us to stay . "," I understand . So , what would you like to do with the balance ? " " I understand . So , what would you like to do with the balance ? ", I guess I should just withdraw everything . I guess I should just withdraw everything . ," 215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here . " " 215,000 RIB is the exact balance . If you could just sign your name here . "," Here you go . That's everything , then . Thanks very much for your service over the years . " "Hi , Zina . Lots of people are looking for you . ", Like who ? Like who ? , Like Elvin . He isn't too happy about what you promised Stars.com . Like Elvin . He isn't too happy about what you promised Stars.com . , I've got it under control . I've got it under control . , You do realize that it isn't humanly possible for us to finish by next week ? You do realize that it isn't humanly possible for us to finish by next week ? , What if you had three more top-notch programmers to help you ? What if you had three more top-notch programmers to help you ? , That would definitely make a difference . But Vince already said no . "So , did I tell you about my New Year ’ s resolution ? I ’ Ve decided to go on a diet . "," And you ’ re going to completely transform your eating habits , right ? " " And you ’ re going to completely transform your eating habits , right ? "," Exactly ! I ’ m going to cut out all that junk I eat . no more chips , no more soda , no more fried food . " " Exactly ! I ’ m going to cut out all that junk I eat . no more chips , no more soda , no more fried food . ", I ’ Ve heard this one before . I ’ Ve heard this one before . ," But this time I ’ m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ’ m going to be a new man in one year ’ s time ! " " But this time I ’ m going to stick to it . I really mean it ! Trust me , Carol , I ’ m going to be a new man in one year ’ s time ! "," Well , I guess we ’ ll just have to wait and see . " " Well , I guess we ’ ll just have to wait and see . "," Thanks , honey , that was a great meal . I ’ m stuffed . Do we have any chips left ? " "Waiter , bill , please . "," Yes , I'll be with you in a minute . Here's your bill , sir . It's 480 yuan altogether . " " Yes , I'll be with you in a minute . Here's your bill , sir . It's 480 yuan altogether . ", What's this for ? What's this for ? , That's for the wine . That's for the wine . , I see . I see . , Would you like to put it on your hotel bill ? Would you like to put it on your hotel bill ? , Yes . please . Yes . please . ," Your name and room number , please ? " " Your name and room number , please ? "," Bill Black , Room 1201 . " " Bill Black , Room 1201 . "," May I have a look at your room card , Mr . Black ? " " May I have a look at your room card , Mr . Black ? ", Sure . Here it is . "Hi , I'm checking in . The last name is Rama . "," Yes , here is your reservation . You have a standard room reserved for two nights . Is that right ? " " Yes , here is your reservation . You have a standard room reserved for two nights . Is that right ? "," Actually , no . It should be a suite . I had booked a non-smoking king . " " Actually , no . It should be a suite . I had booked a non-smoking king . "," Oh , my mistake . The reservation is for a suite and it is a non-smoking room with a king bed . I'm sorry for the error . " " Oh , my mistake . The reservation is for a suite and it is a non-smoking room with a king bed . I'm sorry for the error . ", That's okay . I'm here a little early . Is it possible to check in right now ? That's okay . I'm here a little early . Is it possible to check in right now ? ," Sure , that's no problem . May I have your credit card ? We need a credit card on file for your room charges and incidentals . " " Sure , that's no problem . May I have your credit card ? We need a credit card on file for your room charges and incidentals . ", Here it is . Here it is . ," Okay , now if you could please verify the room rate here , initial next to the X , and sign right here . How many keys will you need ? " " Okay , now if you could please verify the room rate here , initial next to the X , and sign right here . How many keys will you need ? "," Oh , just one . " " Oh , just one . "," Okay , you're all set . You're in room 1201 . Take the elevators to the 12th floor and it will be on your left . Do you need any help with your bags ? " " Okay , you're all set . You're in room 1201 . Take the elevators to the 12th floor and it will be on your left . Do you need any help with your bags ? "," No , I'm fine . Thanks . " " No , I'm fine . Thanks . ", Enjoy your stay . "Are you listening to me , Dan ? "," I'm with you , Jane . " " I'm with you , Jane . ", What did I just say ? What did I just say ? ," Well , uh ... I didn't catch the last part . " " Well , uh ... I didn't catch the last part . ", Just what I thought ! "What are your hobbies , Mr . Green ? ", I like collecting stamps . I like collecting stamps . ," But it's an expensive hobby , isn't it ? " " But it's an expensive hobby , isn't it ? "," Yes , you're right . What do you like to do in your spare time ? " " Yes , you're right . What do you like to do in your spare time ? ", I usually play chess with my friends . But I like playing basketball best . I usually play chess with my friends . But I like playing basketball best . , Do you play basketball well ? Do you play basketball well ? ," No , I'm not very good at it . I play just for the fun of it . " " No , I'm not very good at it . I play just for the fun of it . ", Shall we have a game together some day ? Shall we have a game together some day ? ," OK , that'd be very nice . " Bob ! Your eyes look bloodshot . Did you not sleep well ? , I had a drop too much last night . I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine . And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table . I had a drop too much last night . I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine . And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table . ," you have it right . Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China . Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship , especially in Northern China . " " you have it right . Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China . Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship , especially in Northern China . "," I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me . But if I keep gulping down one cup after another , I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick . " " I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me . But if I keep gulping down one cup after another , I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick . "," you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you " " you lose face by refusing to drink , and the host might think you refuse to give him face . The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up . This will endear you "," a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood . " " a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night , crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood . "," then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you . " " then he must be opening his heart to the friends . In a word , as long as you demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort , no one will jeer at you . ", I got you . Next time . I'll preface a toast with a statement like ' I can't drink any more ' and then drink anyway . "Hi , Jane . How are you doing this morning ? "," I ’ m all right , thanks . Just a little tired . " " I ’ m all right , thanks . Just a little tired . ", Late night ? Late night ? ," Yeah , I got home around two . " "Are you there , Mary ? ", I'm back . My bid on the Buddha is still the highest ! I'm back . My bid on the Buddha is still the highest ! , How much is my stamp ? How much is my stamp ? , Don't you want to hear more about my statue ? Don't you want to hear more about my statue ? , Don't get ahead of yourself . Fat boy isn't yours yet . Don't get ahead of yourself . Fat boy isn't yours yet . , His name is not fat boy ! You can be so rude sometimes . "Hi , darling ! I have a one-month vacation saved up . How about a trip to Europe ? ", I could go for that . But I'm afraid our budget is a little tight this year . I could go for that . But I'm afraid our budget is a little tight this year . ," Oh , but I really need to leave this town for a change . Working day after day has worn me out . Do you have any other suggestions ? " " Oh , but I really need to leave this town for a change . Working day after day has worn me out . Do you have any other suggestions ? "," We should probably think about going somewhere that isn't too far away . How about the countryside ? There must be many interesting places , and we could enjoy the fresh air . " " We should probably think about going somewhere that isn't too far away . How about the countryside ? There must be many interesting places , and we could enjoy the fresh air . ", Wonderful ! I think that's a great idea How soon until we can make this happen ? I can't wait ! Wonderful ! I think that's a great idea How soon until we can make this happen ? I can't wait ! , Tomorrow I have an appointment with my dentist . What about next Monday ? Tomorrow I have an appointment with my dentist . What about next Monday ? ," Perfect . I'II start preparing tomorrow . If we re going to drive , l'II need to fill up the tank . " " Perfect . I'II start preparing tomorrow . If we re going to drive , l'II need to fill up the tank . "," No need . I think it's still plenty full . Even so , I'd rather travel by bus or train . It would cost much less than driving . Oil prices are soaring nowadays , you know . " " No need . I think it's still plenty full . Even so , I'd rather travel by bus or train . It would cost much less than driving . Oil prices are soaring nowadays , you know . "," We can take the train , that will be faster . I'II book the tickets tomorrow morning . " " We can take the train , that will be faster . I'II book the tickets tomorrow morning . "," Great ! Oh , one more thing , don't forget to check the weather before we go . I'd hate to get caught in the rain . " " Great ! Oh , one more thing , don't forget to check the weather before we go . I'd hate to get caught in the rain . ", No problem . I'm really looking forward to the coming week . No problem . I'm really looking forward to the coming week . ," Me , too . Now let's make a list for what we need to with us . " Something's wrong with my computer . , Exactly what ? Exactly what ? , All I get is a black screen . All I get is a black screen . , What's the matter ? What's the matter ? ," I think I know , because this happened before . " " I think I know , because this happened before . ", What happened before ? What happened before ? , My hard drive crashed . My hard drive crashed . ," Oh , no . That's bad news . " " Oh , no . That's bad news . "," It sure is , but I'm going to call HP first , just to make sure . " " It sure is , but I'm going to call HP first , just to make sure . ", Will you lose all your files ? Will you lose all your files ? ," No , I always back up my files . " " No , I always back up my files . ", You're smart . "Okay Rebecca , well I think you ’ Ve given me a clear impression of your positive qualities , but let ’ s talk a little bit about your weaknesses . "," Okay , well it ’ s always more difficult to describe them isn ’ t it ? " " Okay , well it ’ s always more difficult to describe them isn ’ t it ? "," Definitely , but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be ? " " Definitely , but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be ? "," Well as I mentioned before , I do tend to get frustrated if I don ’ t see progress in my work or career . I suppose I ’ m quite a restless character . My father always taught me to be a high achiever so . " " Well as I mentioned before , I do tend to get frustrated if I don ’ t see progress in my work or career . I suppose I ’ m quite a restless character . My father always taught me to be a high achiever so . ", So would you say if things don ’ t go your way at work it could easily get you down ? So would you say if things don ’ t go your way at work it could easily get you down ? ," Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ’ m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon . " " Well , in a way yes . But I must say that even if I ’ m not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities . I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon . "," Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ’ s true . Okay , well let ’ s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ? " " Well , you know journalism is a highly competitive world , so you do need to keep pushing yourself it ’ s true . Okay , well let ’ s move on to talk about the job position here , shall we ? "," Yes , please . " "Hello , Could you please connect me to Mr . Cook's office ? It is on Line Three . ", I'm afraid you've got the wrong extension number . I'm afraid you've got the wrong extension number . , Oh . Then I don't know what his number is . Can you check it for me ? Oh . Then I don't know what his number is . Can you check it for me ? ," OK . Hold on , please . " " OK . Hold on , please . ", OK . Thank you . OK . Thank you . , Mr.Cook is on Line Six . I'll put you through . Mr.Cook is on Line Six . I'll put you through . , Thank you . You helped me a lot . Thank you . You helped me a lot . , You are welcome . "There are many art craft items in this shop . I suggest you take your time , and you might find something you like . ", That's what I am going to do . That's what I am going to do . ," If you have any problem , please come to me . " " If you have any problem , please come to me . ", I surely will . How much is this wood carving ? I surely will . How much is this wood carving ? , You are an expert on it . That wood carving is very rare . But I'm so sorry . that is not for sell . You are an expert on it . That wood carving is very rare . But I'm so sorry . that is not for sell . , That's OK . Is anything else recommended ? That's OK . Is anything else recommended ? , Do you have any special request ? Do you have any special request ? , I'd like to see some traditional arts . I'd like to see some traditional arts . , So that means you are shopping for presents ? So that means you are shopping for presents ? ," Yes , I'm just here to pick out some special presents for my foreign friends . " " Yes , I'm just here to pick out some special presents for my foreign friends . "," Actually , I think the paper-cuts is OK , because it is easy to carry and foreign friends are also interested in it . They think that is a miracle . " " Actually , I think the paper-cuts is OK , because it is easy to carry and foreign friends are also interested in it . They think that is a miracle . ", Sounds good . I'll take paper-cut . Sounds good . I'll take paper-cut . ," I have collected different kinds of paper-cuts all over the country , you can pick the one you like best . " " I have collected different kinds of paper-cuts all over the country , you can pick the one you like best . ", You collect them yourself ? I think that you are just doing the wholesale . You collect them yourself ? I think that you are just doing the wholesale . ," As a matter of fact , I open the shop because I'm interested in the arts . I spent lots of time doing research on the folk art of our country . " " As a matter of fact , I open the shop because I'm interested in the arts . I spent lots of time doing research on the folk art of our country . "," Wow , you are the expert on it . " Hello ! Let me introduce myself . My name is Nancy . ," Nice to meet you , I'am Seven . I don't think I ' Ve seen you around before . " " Nice to meet you , I'am Seven . I don't think I ' Ve seen you around before . "," No , I just started working here at IBM , I am assigned sale department . " " No , I just started working here at IBM , I am assigned sale department . ", What do you do there ? What do you do there ? ," I main market reasearch , and you ? " " I main market reasearch , and you ? "," I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him . " " I ' Ve beaning worked IBM for years . I am vested personnel file system , He is the after sale survise director . he such a nice boss , I like working for him . "," Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ? " " Really ? I don't believe I would met him , is he here now ? "," Yes , That's him over there-the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ? " " Yes , That's him over there-the taller , handsome one . Would you let me introduce you ? "," Thanks , that's would be lovely . You'r right , he is kind and nice looking . " I'd like to get my laundry . ," Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket please ? " " Yes , sir . May I have your laundry ticket please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Yes , they're ready to go . " " Yes , they're ready to go . ", Can you sew on these buttons ? Can you sew on these buttons ? , No problem . No problem . , How much for the shirts ? How much for the shirts ? , 10 dollars . 10 dollars . ," Here's the money , keep the change . " " Here's the money , keep the change . "," Thank you , bye ! " "You ’ re new here , right ? "," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", Will this be your first year ? Will this be your first year ? ," No , I transferred here . " " No , I transferred here . ", What school did you come from ? What school did you come from ? , I transferred from PCC . I transferred from PCC . , Why ’ d you transfer here ? Why ’ d you transfer here ? ," I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ’ t good enough . " " I wanted to attend this school originally , but my grades out of high school weren ’ t good enough . ", Is PCC a good school ? Is PCC a good school ? , PCC is great ! PCC is great ! , I hope you enjoy it here . I hope you enjoy it here . , Thank you very much . What are your weekend arrangements ? , There're many things I can do on weekends . There're many things I can do on weekends . , What sort of things are you interested in ? What sort of things are you interested in ? ," I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots . More often than not , I go with some of my friends . By the way , what are your favorites ? " " I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots . More often than not , I go with some of my friends . By the way , what are your favorites ? "," I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours . " " I love swimming and cycling . On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour . In the afternoon , I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours . ", That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ? That's great ! I think they do you a lot of good . Where do you swim ? ," Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ? " " Mostly in the city's swimming pool . But on occasion , I go to the beach with friends . Well , what do you do at leisure ? ", I'm fond of dancing . I'm fond of dancing . , Good.You really know how to enjoy yourself . Did you order the cake ? ," Oh , I forgot . " " Oh , I forgot . ", Get on the phone right now . It might not be too late . Get on the phone right now . It might not be too late . ," I ’ m so sorry ! OK , so you just want a simple message on it . " " I ’ m so sorry ! OK , so you just want a simple message on it . "," Yeah . How about “ Happy Birthday Tony , from the gang . ” " " Yeah . How about “ Happy Birthday Tony , from the gang . ” ", I ’ m on it ! Can your dog do any tricks ? ," Sure he can . He can shake hands , roll over , and even play dead . " " Sure he can . He can shake hands , roll over , and even play dead . ", I wish I had a dog . My cat can't do any tricks . I wish I had a dog . My cat can't do any tricks . ," Yeah , but sometimes Bingo wants to play with me , but I don't have time . " " Yeah , but sometimes Bingo wants to play with me , but I don't have time . ", So who takes care of him then ? So who takes care of him then ? , My little brother likes to play with him . He even gives him a bath every week . My little brother likes to play with him . He even gives him a bath every week . , I can't do that with my cat . She hates water . I can't do that with my cat . She hates water . ," You know , you're right . Maybe you should get a dog . " I often go to a place of leisure . , Really ? Really ? , I very much like to go to a cafe and doze in the afternoon sunshine . I very much like to go to a cafe and doze in the afternoon sunshine . , Sounds great . Sounds great . ," The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there . " " The coffee , books , music and sunshine are just beautiful there . ", How nice . How nice . , I may take you there some day . I may take you there some day . , Good . Let's go to the animal shelter . , What do you want to do ? What do you want to do ? , I want to get a puppy for my son . I want to get a puppy for my son . , That will make him so happy . That will make him so happy . , I'll get him one of those little dogs . I'll get him one of those little dogs . , One that won't grow up too big . One that won't grow up too big . , And eat too much . And eat too much . , Do you know which one he would like ? Do you know which one he would like ? ," Oh , yes , I took him there yesterday . He showed me one that he really liked . " " Oh , yes , I took him there yesterday . He showed me one that he really liked . ", I bet you had to drag him away . I bet you had to drag him away . , He wanted to take it home yesterday . He wanted to take it home yesterday . , I wonder what he'll name it . I was wondering if you could help me with something . ," Sure , anything you say . " " Sure , anything you say . "," Actually , it ’ s a little bit silly . " " Actually , it ’ s a little bit silly . "," Don ’ t worry about it , just ask . " " Don ’ t worry about it , just ask . ", What words do I need to know to buy a pair of shoes ? What words do I need to know to buy a pair of shoes ? , You need to know the type of shoes you want . You need to know the type of shoes you want . , Don ’ t worry about that . I can point it out in the store . Don ’ t worry about that . I can point it out in the store . ," The shoes can be comfortable or not comfortable , too wide , too narrow , or just right ; and long or short . In girls shoes , the heel can be high or low . " " The shoes can be comfortable or not comfortable , too wide , too narrow , or just right ; and long or short . In girls shoes , the heel can be high or low . ", Let me write all that down . I ’ m going shopping this afternoon . Don't be shy . Have some more chicken . , Thanks . Hi . I ’ m here to catch flight 513 to New York . , May I see your ticket please ? May I see your ticket please ? , Here you are . Do you need to see my passport ? Here you are . Do you need to see my passport ? , Any form of picture I . D . will do . Any form of picture I . D . will do . , Mmmm ... a photo I . D . I have my New Jersey driver ’ s license . Is that ok ? Mmmm ... a photo I . D . I have my New Jersey driver ’ s license . Is that ok ? , That will do . What an interesting picture ! How old is it ? That will do . What an interesting picture ! How old is it ? ," Actually it wad taken just last year , but I had a shaved head and a beard . Can you still recognize me ? " " Actually it wad taken just last year , but I had a shaved head and a beard . Can you still recognize me ? ", Barely . Will you be checking any luggage today ? Barely . Will you be checking any luggage today ? ," Yes , One suitcase . I also have a carry-on bag . " " Yes , One suitcase . I also have a carry-on bag . "," Ok . Mr . Lee , you ’ re all set . Your flight leaves from gate 10 . Boarding begins at 10:30 " "Oh , George , what a beautiful day it is today ! The sun is hot and there are just a few clouds scattered here and there ! What a perfect day to be at the beach ! The kids are going to have so much fun ! A "," It does seem like the perfect day ! I ’ m glad we chose to get out of the city and enjoy the nice weather ! This looks like the perfect spot ! Ok kids , put on your sunscreen while your mom and I set up ca " " It does seem like the perfect day ! I ’ m glad we chose to get out of the city and enjoy the nice weather ! This looks like the perfect spot ! Ok kids , put on your sunscreen while your mom and I set up ca ", There we go . Can you help me with the umbrella ? Perfect . There we go . Can you help me with the umbrella ? Perfect . ," Ok kids , here ’ sa beach ball and a Frisbee , a pail and a shovel . I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave . Don ’ t stray too far . Wait ! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes " " Ok kids , here ’ sa beach ball and a Frisbee , a pail and a shovel . I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave . Don ’ t stray too far . Wait ! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes ", And stay in the shallow area . I don ’ t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ’ s too deep out there and we didn ’ t bring your floatier . And stay in the shallow area . I don ’ t want to see you go any farther than that sandbar ! It ’ s too deep out there and we didn ’ t bring your floatier . ," You ’ re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ’ ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ’ ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some " " You ’ re back already ? The water was too cold , huh ? I ’ ll tell you a secret . Do you see that small pool of water over there ? It ’ ll be warmer in there . Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some "," What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you ! " " What is that ? A jellyfish ? Jeremy , put that down right now ! It could sting you ! ", Ah ! Not on me ! Ow ! "Come on , Mary . We have to do the laundry . ", Where are we going ? Where are we going ? , Down to the basement . Down to the basement . , Do you have a washer down there ? Do you have a washer down there ? ," Yes . We have a dryer , too . " " Yes . We have a dryer , too . ", That's so convenient . Where are the dirty clothes ? That's so convenient . Where are the dirty clothes ? , They are in the basement already . They are in the basement already . , But I didn't see you carry them down . But I didn't see you carry them down . , Don't you know that we have a laundry chute in the house ? Would you like to go to the movies tonight ? ," Well , I just saw a horror movie last night . It almost frightened me to death . " " Well , I just saw a horror movie last night . It almost frightened me to death . "," Well , we could see something different like a detective film . " " Well , we could see something different like a detective film . ", I don't care for a detective film . It also makes me nervous . I don't care for a detective film . It also makes me nervous . , How about a comedy ? How about a comedy ? ," No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful . " " No , I don't think comedies today are natural or cheerful . ", How about a love story then ? How about a love story then ? ," No , romance is boring . " " No , romance is boring . ", What's you opinion ? What's you opinion ? ," Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ? " " Let's go to see a war movie , shall we ? ", Really ? Really ? , Certainly . Is there anything wrong ? Certainly . Is there anything wrong ? ," No , but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie . " Hello . 9-1- 1 . Can I help you ? , I need the police . I need the police . , What happened ? What happened ? , My neighbor hit my brother on the head . He ’ s bleeding . My neighbor hit my brother on the head . He ’ s bleeding . , Give me your address . Give me your address . , 176 Wooden Street East . 176 Wooden Street East . ," All right . The police and an ambulance are on the way . In the meantime , find a clean cloth and press it firmly over the wound . This will slow the bleeding . " " All right . The police and an ambulance are on the way . In the meantime , find a clean cloth and press it firmly over the wound . This will slow the bleeding . "," I will , but please hurry . " " I will , but please hurry . ", Help will be there in just a few minutes . I ’ m going to the beauty parlor . Do you want to come too ? , Sure . Let ’ s go . What are you going to have done ? Sure . Let ’ s go . What are you going to have done ? , I want to have a foot massage and a haircut . I want to have a foot massage and a haircut . , A foot massage sounds like a great idea . They are very relaxing . I ’ d also like to have mudpack on my face . It ’ s supposed to help with your complexion . A foot massage sounds like a great idea . They are very relaxing . I ’ d also like to have mudpack on my face . It ’ s supposed to help with your complexion . , Good idea . We should also get pedicures and manicures . Good idea . We should also get pedicures and manicures . , This could become a very expensive trip to the beauty parlor ! This could become a very expensive trip to the beauty parlor ! , I think it ’ s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ’ t you agree ? I think it ’ s a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally . Don ’ t you agree ? ," Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress . " " Oh , I agree . We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress . ", Maybe we should try a thai massage too . Maybe we should try a thai massage too . , What ’ s special about a thai massage ? What ’ s special about a thai massage ? , That ’ s when the masseuse walks on your back and massages you with her feet . That ’ s when the masseuse walks on your back and massages you with her feet . , Sounds painful ! "Hello , Mr Brown . I'm glad you came in today ; we've just opened a new service that you might be interested in . It's called Bank Securities Link . ", And what does that entail ? And what does that entail ? ," It's actually a Deposit Account that links to your Margin Account , the one you have with the Securities Company . You can transfer the money you have in your account into your Fund Account . " " It's actually a Deposit Account that links to your Margin Account , the one you have with the Securities Company . You can transfer the money you have in your account into your Fund Account . ", How can I do that ? How can I do that ? ," You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card . And of course , you can use our e-banking . " "It's been a long time , Mrs , Lee . ", Yes . I went to Hawaii on a vacation with my husband . Yes . I went to Hawaii on a vacation with my husband . , When did you come back ? Did you have a good time ? When did you come back ? Did you have a good time ? ," We came back the day before yesterday . I enjoyed myself there very much . The beach is beautiful . You should go there some day . The sun was lovely , too . " " We came back the day before yesterday . I enjoyed myself there very much . The beach is beautiful . You should go there some day . The sun was lovely , too . ", I will . How would you like your hair today ? The same style as usual ? I will . How would you like your hair today ? The same style as usual ? ," I have a special party tonight , and I'd like to change my style . Actually , I ’ m thinking about a perm . My sister is getting married next month . I think that if I have a perm now , I'll look very natural by then . What do you say ? " " I have a special party tonight , and I'd like to change my style . Actually , I ’ m thinking about a perm . My sister is getting married next month . I think that if I have a perm now , I'll look very natural by then . What do you say ? ", That's true . Here are some samples of hairstyles . What do you think about this one ? That's true . Here are some samples of hairstyles . What do you think about this one ? ," No , I don't like short hair . I like this one . The wave looks beautiful , and it fits my age too . " " No , I don't like short hair . I like this one . The wave looks beautiful , and it fits my age too . "," Very well . You aren't in a hurry , are you ? " " Very well . You aren't in a hurry , are you ? "," No , you can take your time . Oh , I also want a manicure while I am having the perm . " " No , you can take your time . Oh , I also want a manicure while I am having the perm . ", Ok . The manicurist will be right here . Ok . The manicurist will be right here . , Thank you . How much will this cost ? Thank you . How much will this cost ? , It's 90 dollars in all . "Two number 3s , please . ", All right . What would you like to drink ? All right . What would you like to drink ? , Diet Coke . Diet Coke . , Regular or large ? Regular or large ? ," Regular , please . " " Regular , please . ", OK . Anything else ? OK . Anything else ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", For here or to go ? For here or to go ? , For here . "Are you going to tell me about the stamp , or not ? "," 120 British pounds . But there are still three days left in the auction . If you want it , you'll have to bid . Do you have the guts ? " " 120 British pounds . But there are still three days left in the auction . If you want it , you'll have to bid . Do you have the guts ? ", I'm just asking . It's not like I'd actually make a bid . I'm just asking . It's not like I'd actually make a bid . , Just don't come looking to me for help . Just don't come looking to me for help . , Don't worry . I won't . Don't worry . I won't . , I'm signing off . I'm signing off . , Have fun getting ripped off ! Is there any cable for the Internet ? , Yes . Yes . , How much do I need to pay for it ? How much do I need to pay for it ? , Nothing . The landlord pays . Nothing . The landlord pays . , Is there a mailbox in the apartment ? Is there a mailbox in the apartment ? , Yes . Each apartment has one . Yes . Each apartment has one . , Are there any parking lots for the tenants ? Are there any parking lots for the tenants ? , Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month . Yes . But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month . , Is there an alarm system in the apartment ? Is there an alarm system in the apartment ? , Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago . Yes . We set up the new alarm system a few months ago . , Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ? Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem ? , Of course we do . It is the landlord ’ s responsibility . Of course we do . It is the landlord ’ s responsibility . , Are smoke detectors provided ? Are smoke detectors provided ? , Yes . "Good morning , Madam . What can I do for you ? ", Can you show me some traditional Chinese arts and crafts ? Can you show me some traditional Chinese arts and crafts ? , Maybe sandalwood fan is good . Maybe sandalwood fan is good . , Would you show me some ? Would you show me some ? , Of course . Of course . , They really smell fragrant . How much is a real sandalwood fan ? They really smell fragrant . How much is a real sandalwood fan ? , The small ones are one hundred yuan for each . And the big ones are two hundred and thirty yuan . The small ones are one hundred yuan for each . And the big ones are two hundred and thirty yuan . , I'll take two small ones and a big one . I'll take two small ones and a big one . , What else are you interested in ? What else are you interested in ? , I'm afraid not . I'm afraid not . , OK . Here you are . How are you doing today ? , Good . Thanks for asking . Good . Thanks for asking . , What may I do for you ? What may I do for you ? , I need help with something . I need help with something . , What do you need help with ? What do you need help with ? , I am looking for a newspaper article . I am looking for a newspaper article . , Have you looked in the periodicals ? Have you looked in the periodicals ? , I didn ’ t even think about that . I didn ’ t even think about that . , I can show you where they are . I can show you where they are . , That would be a lot of help . That would be a lot of help . ," Follow me , please . " " Follow me , please . ", Thank you so much . We have a class outing today . , Have fun . "Trina , will you marry me ? "," Yes ! Yes ! And yes ! Jared , of course I ’ ll marry you ! " " Yes ! Yes ! And yes ! Jared , of course I ’ ll marry you ! "," Oh , Babe , I can ’ t wait to spend the rest of my life with you ! I can ’ t wait for all the adventures we ’ re going to have , for all the fights and the laughter . I can ’ t wait to grow old and wrinkly with you . " " Oh , Babe , I can ’ t wait to spend the rest of my life with you ! I can ’ t wait for all the adventures we ’ re going to have , for all the fights and the laughter . I can ’ t wait to grow old and wrinkly with you . "," Oh , Jared ! I can ’ t wait for our wedding ! I hope you don ’ t mind , but I ’ Ve already chosen a date ! Six months from now in the summer ! Melissa saw you buying the ring last month so I ’ Ve had plenty of time to start planning ! " " Oh , Jared ! I can ’ t wait for our wedding ! I hope you don ’ t mind , but I ’ Ve already chosen a date ! Six months from now in the summer ! Melissa saw you buying the ring last month so I ’ Ve had plenty of time to start planning ! ", She what ? She what ? ," Oh don ’ t worry , sweetie , I didn ’ t know when you were going to propose . It was still a nice surprise ! As I was saying , I ’ Ve got it all planned out . There ’ s almost nothing left to do ! I wrote up our guest list and we will have roughly four hundred guests attending . " " Oh don ’ t worry , sweetie , I didn ’ t know when you were going to propose . It was still a nice surprise ! As I was saying , I ’ Ve got it all planned out . There ’ s almost nothing left to do ! I wrote up our guest list and we will have roughly four hundred guests attending . ", Four hundred ? Four hundred ? ," No need to sweat it . My parents agreed to pay for most of the wedding , which is going to be low-budget anyway . So roughly four hundred people , which means that the hall at Northwoods Heights will be our reception venue . I thought it would be nice if we had the wedding at your parents ’ church and my uncle of course would be officiating . We ’ ll meet with him soon for some pre-wedding counseling . The music for the wedding ceremony was a no-brainer . My step-sister and her string quartet will take care of that . My cousin will be the official photographer . I thought it would also be nice if his daughter could sing a solo . Did you know that she ’ s going to be a professional opera singer ? " " No need to sweat it . My parents agreed to pay for most of the wedding , which is going to be low-budget anyway . So roughly four hundred people , which means that the hall at Northwoods Heights will be our reception venue . I thought it would be nice if we had the wedding at your parents ’ church and my uncle of course would be officiating . We ’ ll meet with him soon for some pre-wedding counseling . The music for the wedding ceremony was a no-brainer . My step-sister and her string quartet will take care of that . My cousin will be the official photographer . I thought it would also be nice if his daughter could sing a solo . Did you know that she ’ s going to be a professional opera singer ? ", Ah ... Ah ... ," And then of course the ladies at the church would love to be our caterers for the banquet and we ’ ll get the Youth Group to serve us . I was thinking that your friend ’ s band could be our entertainment for the night . though they might have to tone it down a bit . Or we could hire a DJ . Your sister ’ s husband could get us a discount with that company that does the decor at weddings . what ’ s their name again ? I was thinking that we could have an island paradise-themed wedding and our theme color would be a soothing blue like Aquamarine . And there will be a huge seashell on the wall behind the podium where we ’ ll make our toasts ! What do you think of small packages of drink mixes for our wedding favors ? Who else am I missing ? Oh , your uncle could be our florist and his wife could make our wedding cake ! " " And then of course the ladies at the church would love to be our caterers for the banquet and we ’ ll get the Youth Group to serve us . I was thinking that your friend ’ s band could be our entertainment for the night . though they might have to tone it down a bit . Or we could hire a DJ . Your sister ’ s husband could get us a discount with that company that does the decor at weddings . what ’ s their name again ? I was thinking that we could have an island paradise-themed wedding and our theme color would be a soothing blue like Aquamarine . And there will be a huge seashell on the wall behind the podium where we ’ ll make our toasts ! What do you think of small packages of drink mixes for our wedding favors ? Who else am I missing ? Oh , your uncle could be our florist and his wife could make our wedding cake ! ", Wow . Wow . , See ? It ’ s going to be wonderful ! Oh this wedding is going to be everything I ever dreamed of . See ? It ’ s going to be wonderful ! Oh this wedding is going to be everything I ever dreamed of . , If I survive the next six months . My goodness ! You ’ re kidding ! , No . I ’ m serious . I ’ m going to quit my job . No . I ’ m serious . I ’ m going to quit my job . ," That ’ s amazing ! You got a good pay here , didn ’ t you ? " " That ’ s amazing ! You got a good pay here , didn ’ t you ? ", It ’ s true . But I can ’ t show my abilities . It ’ s true . But I can ’ t show my abilities . , Come on ! Don ’ t be silly ! Come on ! Don ’ t be silly ! , Your present job is something better . Why do you change ? Your present job is something better . Why do you change ? , Well . How do you know ? Haven't seen you for a long time , I've been away on a vacation . I've been away on a vacation . , I bet you had a wonderful time I bet you had a wonderful time ," Yeah , beautiful sunshine , pleasant scenery and many new friends " " Yeah , beautiful sunshine , pleasant scenery and many new friends ", Sounds great That's a cool jacket . Where did you get it ? , I bought it when I was on vacation in Nepal . Whoa . Now I'm awake ! Zina has a secret admirer . , I really do not have time to deal with some lovesick computer geek . I really do not have time to deal with some lovesick computer geek . , I know what you mean . I can't stand computer geeks . I know what you mean . I can't stand computer geeks . ," Sorry , Dave , I didn't mean you . I am just not in the mood for this . I have work to do . " " Sorry , Dave , I didn't mean you . I am just not in the mood for this . I have work to do . ", Who do you think it is ? "Bob , you're so lucky that you've come at the right time-the 2005 International Tourism Festival is around the corner . ", We've heard about that festival before . It would be quite helpful if you could give us some highlights of the festival . We've heard about that festival before . It would be quite helpful if you could give us some highlights of the festival . ," My pleasure . Well , the festival is going to start on the third Saturday of October , and covers over one hundred diverse programs in one month . " " My pleasure . Well , the festival is going to start on the third Saturday of October , and covers over one hundred diverse programs in one month . ", What do you think we can see during the festival ? What do you think we can see during the festival ? ," I don't know what to suggest . There're so many attractions , and they all sound interesting . One exciting program might be the Ten Thousand People Cycling round the Town . You can choose from the five routes that lead to different destinations . " " I don't know what to suggest . There're so many attractions , and they all sound interesting . One exciting program might be the Ten Thousand People Cycling round the Town . You can choose from the five routes that lead to different destinations . ", I'd like to take the one that goes to the Wild Animal Park . I'd like to take the one that goes to the Wild Animal Park . ," Then you can take Route No . 5 . Next I would suggest the International Dragon Boat Race where you can watch Lion Dance , Dragon Boat racing , and many other water shows . " " Then you can take Route No . 5 . Next I would suggest the International Dragon Boat Race where you can watch Lion Dance , Dragon Boat racing , and many other water shows . "," Wow , must be interesting to watch dragon boats compete a-gainst one another on the city river . " "Can you deliver it , please ? "," It depends where you live , sir . " " It depends where you live , sir . ", In Camden Town . In Camden Town . ," Yes , we deliver there . But it costs two pounds fifty . " " Yes , we deliver there . But it costs two pounds fifty . ", All right . But I'm only in on Saturday . All right . But I'm only in on Saturday . , Morning or afternoon ? Morning or afternoon ? ," Afternoon , please , if that's possible . " "Where is our son , dear ? ", He is in his bedroom . He has been in a bad mood after school . He is in his bedroom . He has been in a bad mood after school . , What happened ? Have you talked with him ? What happened ? Have you talked with him ? , Yeah . He told me that he has passed over in the election of monitor . I'm glad we took the train . I don't like to ride in buses . ," Yes , I agree . We can see the scenery better . In a bus , all you see are the roads . " " Yes , I agree . We can see the scenery better . In a bus , all you see are the roads . "," Even in Taiwan , I always liked to take the train . It is more comfortable . " " Even in Taiwan , I always liked to take the train . It is more comfortable . "," I agree . Buses bounce too much . After two or three hours , you feel too tired . " " I agree . Buses bounce too much . After two or three hours , you feel too tired . ", Look at that village ! Look at that village ! , Beautiful . Beautiful . , Do you think I can take a picture through this window ? Do you think I can take a picture through this window ? , I don't know if it will turn out good.The window might cause the picture to be blurry . "I was just thinking to call you , then the phone rang and it was you calling me . ", Great minds think alike . "Hey , look at my new shirt . What do you think about it ? ", Just so-so . Where did you get it ? Just so-so . Where did you get it ? , I bought it on a street market . A real bargain ! I bought it on a street market . A real bargain ! ," I'd much rather buy expensive but good quality clothing , because it is not only nice but lasts a long time . " "Well , it was nice talking to you . ", It was nice talking to you too . It was nice talking to you too . , We should really hang out again . We should really hang out again . , That would be fun . That would be fun . , Where do you want to go ? Where do you want to go ? , I think we should go out to eat . I think we should go out to eat . , That sounds good . That sounds good . ," All right , so I'll see you then . " " All right , so I'll see you then . ", I'll call you later . I'll call you later . ," Okay , I'll talk to you later then . " " Okay , I'll talk to you later then . ", See you later . See you later . , Bye . "What's up , how are you ? ", I'm splendid . How about yourself ? I'm splendid . How about yourself ? , Could be better . Could be better . ," So , have you been on the bus very long ? " " So , have you been on the bus very long ? ", I got on about fifteen minutes ago . I got on about fifteen minutes ago . , How often do you ride the bus ? How often do you ride the bus ? , I usually just drive . I usually just drive . , You have your own vehicle ? You have your own vehicle ? ," Yes , I have my own car . " " Yes , I have my own car . "," So then , why don't you drive it ? " " So then , why don't you drive it ? ", I'm waiting for our President to lower the gas prices . I'm waiting for our President to lower the gas prices . , Smart . "Unfortunately , according to our regulations I have to confiscate these counterfeit notes . "," So , this 500 RIB is worthless ? " " So , this 500 RIB is worthless ? "," I'm sorry but it is our regulation , so I must follow it . We will issue you with a receipt to show that the notes you presented us with are counterfeit and have been confiscated . Then , if you wish to pay in some more cash , you are free to do so . " " I'm sorry but it is our regulation , so I must follow it . We will issue you with a receipt to show that the notes you presented us with are counterfeit and have been confiscated . Then , if you wish to pay in some more cash , you are free to do so . "," Right , I see . Let me give you another 500 RIB . " " Right , I see . Let me give you another 500 RIB . ", Here's your Passbook back and the receipt to say we confiscated the 500 RIB worth of counterfeit notes . Here's your Passbook back and the receipt to say we confiscated the 500 RIB worth of counterfeit notes . , Thanks . Now can I make the full deposit ? Thanks . Now can I make the full deposit ? , Yes . Please fill in a new deposit slip and we can continue . "Sam , what shall I do with my stocks ? Will I lose money ? ", There ’ s a possibility . There ’ s a possibility . , What do you mean by that ? What do you mean by that ? ," I mean if you don ’ t sell your shares now , it ’ s quite likely that you ’ ll end up losing your shirt . " " I mean if you don ’ t sell your shares now , it ’ s quite likely that you ’ ll end up losing your shirt . ", Is that so ? Is that so ? , Absolutely . Take my word for it . "Ah , ah , ah ... "," All right , Bill.Here ' s your daily exercise schedule . You are to jog before breakfast . " " All right , Bill.Here ' s your daily exercise schedule . You are to jog before breakfast . ", Jog ? Jog ? ," Then , you are to walk to work . " " Then , you are to walk to work . ", Walk ? Walk ? , Thirty minutes in gym at lunch time . Thirty minutes in gym at lunch time . , Oh no . Oh no . ," Use the stairs , never the elevator . " " Use the stairs , never the elevator . "," Oh , dear . " " Oh , dear . "," And three times a week , you can either swim , play racketball , or hand ball . " " And three times a week , you can either swim , play racketball , or hand ball . ", Oh no . Oh no . ," OK , you can stop now.It ' s time for the dance class . " " OK , you can stop now.It ' s time for the dance class . ", Dance class ! I don't know how . Dance class ! I don't know how . , You will . You will . , Oh ... "Come on , Let's go for lunch , Gregory . "," I was going to eat in , I'm short on cash . " " I was going to eat in , I'm short on cash . ", Don't worry about it.It ' s on me . Don't worry about it.It ' s on me . ," In that case , I'm with you . Em.this is good . " " In that case , I'm with you . Em.this is good . "," I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend . " " I agreed , Hi , guess what ? I went bungee jumping last weekend . ", Are you on the up and up ? Are you on the up and up ? ," Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way . " " Definitely . you know , I'm into serious sport in a big way . "," If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere . " " If you asked me , you've got a screw loose somewhere . "," come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime . " " come off it , It's not that serious . You should DIY ( do it yourself ) sometime . "," Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping . " " Fat chance , I'm too scared of bungee jumping . "," No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat . " " No , really , I think you'd like it . I adapted to it right off the bat . ", What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you . What did that have to do with me ? I'm not the self-seeker like you . , I can teach you how . I can teach you how . ," I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it . " " I had a sneaking suspicion about you , Eric , I think you've lost it . "," No , not really , but I think I have lost my wallet . Where can it be ? " "Hello , Is this room service ? "," Yes , May I help you ? " " Yes , May I help you ? "," This is the room 1425 , we asked for the room service an hour ago . " " This is the room 1425 , we asked for the room service an hour ago . ", we are very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience . we are very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience . , What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes We're rather busy right now . It will take another 15minutes ," Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ? " " Is it really going to take that long , will you rush the order ? ", I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most . I'm afraid it will take 15 minutes at most . ," ha , well , we have no choice . " Have you heard that we will have reorganization ? ," No , really ? " " No , really ? "," Yes , flexible , aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department . " " Yes , flexible , aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department . ", Who will be there ? Who will be there ? , James is going to be packed off there . James is going to be packed off there . , That is good . He can leave you alone this time . Red restaurant . Do you want to make a reservation ? ," Yes , I'd like to book a table for two this evening . " " Yes , I'd like to book a table for two this evening . ", At what time ? At what time ? ," 7:30 . By tho way , I would like a table next to the window . " " 7:30 . By tho way , I would like a table next to the window . "," No problem , sir . " Good afternoon.can I be of any assistance to you ? ," Yes , I am looking for a suit . " " Yes , I am looking for a suit . ", Here are the suits . Which one would you like ? Here are the suits . Which one would you like ? , Can I have a black one over there ? Did you bring some lunch with you ? ," Yes , I packed it myself . " " Yes , I packed it myself . "," Wow , that looks beautiful . " " Wow , that looks beautiful . "," It's my health-conscious lunch , good for my health and beauty . " " It's my health-conscious lunch , good for my health and beauty . ", I might try it myself . Ok ... I ’ ll talk to you later . Bye ," Carrie , are you ok ? You seem a bit down . " " Carrie , are you ok ? You seem a bit down . ", I just got off the phone with my boyfriend . He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing . It ’ s so hard to talk to him at times . I just got off the phone with my boyfriend . He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing . It ’ s so hard to talk to him at times . , Maybe it ’ s just that he is stressed out from work or something . He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know . Maybe it ’ s just that he is stressed out from work or something . He does have a pretty nerve wracking job you know . ," Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ’ s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off . " " Yeah but , he is always in a really foul mood . I try to find out what ’ s bothering him or get him to talk about his day but , he always shuts down and brushes me off . "," Men are like that you know.They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness . " " Men are like that you know.They can feel nervous , anxious or on edge and the only way they can express it is by trying to hide it through aggressiveness . ", I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ’ t always this grouchy you know ... I guess you are right . What do you think I should do ? He wasn ’ t always this grouchy you know ... ," Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ’ t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one ! " " Talk to him , try to cheer him up when he is down and if that doesn ’ t work , I say get rid of him and get a new one ! ", You are something else you know that ? Thank you for lending me the book . ," Sure . But it's a very difficult one , you need to have a dictionary at your elbow . " " Sure . But it's a very difficult one , you need to have a dictionary at your elbow . ", But I'm not used to looking up every new word when I'm reading a novel . I only look up the most necessary ones . How is Tom now ? , He's out of the hospital and up and about again at last . He's out of the hospital and up and about again at last . , Let's congratulate him on Sunday . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'm looking for a job as a clerk typist in English . " " Yes , I'm looking for a job as a clerk typist in English . ", I'm Mary Kelly . May I ask your name ? I'm Mary Kelly . May I ask your name ? ," My name is B . How are you , Miss Kelly ? " " My name is B . How are you , Miss Kelly ? "," I'm glad to meet you , Mr . Zhuang . Sit down , please . " " I'm glad to meet you , Mr . Zhuang . Sit down , please . "," Thank you , Miss Kelly . " " Thank you , Miss Kelly . ", What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ? What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist ? , I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute . I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute . , Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ? Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test ? ," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . ", ( After testing ) Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ? ( After testing ) Your typing and stenography are pretty good . Would you be interested in applying for the job ? ," Yes , I'd like to give it a try . " " Yes , I'd like to give it a try . "," All right . You need to have an interview with our manager , Mr . McBride . Let's go to his office . " "The summers are so great here ! Not hot at all . I love the cooling breezes , the clear air , all the greenery . ", This really has been a wonderful holiday for us . Shall we take a walk around the pond or into those woods for a while ? This really has been a wonderful holiday for us . Shall we take a walk around the pond or into those woods for a while ? , Let's do both ! Are we in a rush or anything Let's do both ! Are we in a rush or anything ," No , not really . I had thought we'd stay in Hamburg tonight , but we can't unless we rush it . Let's stay in Bremen instead . Tomorrow we can have lunch in Hamburg , then check into a hostel in Copenhagen and have dinner there . " " No , not really . I had thought we'd stay in Hamburg tonight , but we can't unless we rush it . Let's stay in Bremen instead . Tomorrow we can have lunch in Hamburg , then check into a hostel in Copenhagen and have dinner there . "," Sounds fine to me . Whatever , let's enjoy this pond first . " " Sounds fine to me . Whatever , let's enjoy this pond first . "," Sure . We can walk around to that path that leads into the woods there . Hey , look ! There are some wild ducks over there in the reeds . " " Sure . We can walk around to that path that leads into the woods there . Hey , look ! There are some wild ducks over there in the reeds . ", I see them ! Wow ! How do you know they're wild ? I see them ! Wow ! How do you know they're wild ? ," I used to go hunting with my uncle , that's how . " " I used to go hunting with my uncle , that's how . ", They're neat . Now Let's take that path into the woods and see what we can see ... Do you think I should turn down his offer ? ," Yes , it's the correct thing to do . " " Yes , it's the correct thing to do . ", But we may not get another partner . But we may not get another partner . ," Even so , we can't do business with him.he ' s not reliable . " Excuse me.We ordered too much.May we take the food home ? ," Yes , surely . " " Yes , surely . ", Do we have to pay extra charge for that ? Do we have to pay extra charge for that ? ," No , you don't . It is free of charge . " " No , you don't . It is free of charge . "," Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ? " " Well , then , will you put this and that into doggie bags ? "," Yes , certainly.Would you wait for a few minutes ? " " Yes , certainly.Would you wait for a few minutes ? ", Thanks.Would you do me another favor ? Thanks.Would you do me another favor ? ," Yes , what is it ? " " Yes , what is it ? "," Some more Chinese tea for us , please . " " Some more Chinese tea for us , please . ", Sure . I'll be back in a minute . I was thinking of holding the company retreat in the mountains . ," I agree , I think that that would be perfect ! " " I agree , I think that that would be perfect ! ", I was thinking it could take place sometime in January . I was thinking it could take place sometime in January . , That might be a little too cold for some people . That might be a little too cold for some people . ," Yes , you are right . " " Yes , you are right . ", What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot . What about April ? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot . ," Yes , that would work out better . " " Yes , that would work out better . "," You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone . " " You know , maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone . ", Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it . Good idea ! We'll have to get right on it . ," Fine ! Well , I'll get right on it now ! " Office software like Windows might be one of the best inventions in this information age . It saves us from so much work and makes the communication even around the world much easier . ," Fully agree . I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel . The latest office equipment is more type-functional . It combines fax machine , copy machine and printer in one . It saves a lot of place , one machine instead of three . " " Fully agree . I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel . The latest office equipment is more type-functional . It combines fax machine , copy machine and printer in one . It saves a lot of place , one machine instead of three . "," Yes , this machine is even smaller than those before . " " Yes , this machine is even smaller than those before . ", When will we get one of those ? When will we get one of those ? , You know our boss always trying to save the last penny . We have to use up the equipment first . "how do you usually spend your day , now that you ’ Ve retired ? "," well , I nearly always get up at dawn . I don ’ t like sleeping in late . The days are longer in summer that in winter , so I get up in summer . I usually do some exercise when I get up . " " well , I nearly always get up at dawn . I don ’ t like sleeping in late . The days are longer in summer that in winter , so I get up in summer . I usually do some exercise when I get up . ", what do you have for breakfast ? what do you have for breakfast ? ," I usually have cereal , but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast . " " I usually have cereal , but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast . ", that sounds nice . How do you spend your mornings ? that sounds nice . How do you spend your mornings ? , I usually do housework in mornings . I go shopping occasionally . I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket . I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center . It takes about I usually do housework in mornings . I go shopping occasionally . I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket . I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center . It takes about , how do you spend your afternoons ? how do you spend your afternoons ? ," I usually meet some friends and we play sports together or I might spend some time alone on my hobbies . I spend winter evening watching tv , but I spend summer evening at cultural events if I have time " What sort of job would you like to take ? , I prefer a sedentary job and I used to work as an operator . I prefer a sedentary job and I used to work as an operator . , We need an operator now . We need an operator now . , It's just the job I've been searching for . "It was good to see you here , John . ", Happy to see you-too-Mike.How ' s your family ? Happy to see you-too-Mike.How ' s your family ? , Pretty good.Thank you . Welcome to Lincoln Bank . Are you a new customer ? ," Yes , I am . I opened an account with you about a month ago , but today I'm here to see about a loan of some kind . " " Yes , I am . I opened an account with you about a month ago , but today I'm here to see about a loan of some kind . "," I see . As you don't have a long history with us , we will have to check your credit rating with your previous bank before we can promise any loan to you . " " I see . As you don't have a long history with us , we will have to check your credit rating with your previous bank before we can promise any loan to you . "," Yes , that's fine . My credit is good ; I banked at my former bank for many years . " " Yes , that's fine . My credit is good ; I banked at my former bank for many years . ", May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ? May I ask why you decided to switch your account to us ? ," Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy . " " Haha ! Actually , I felt that your array of services is much better than what my old bank had on offer . Plus , I've got plenty of friends who bank with you and they are extremely happy . "," We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin . " " We always welcome new business . If you can give me the details of your former bank , including your account number we can begin . ", I have everything right here . I'll let you go through that and come back . I'd like to have a good read of your materials to make sure I make the right choice . what do you think of studying abroad ? , I think it's a great idea . Studying abroad will offer you plenty of new opportunities . Are you planning on going abroad ? I think it's a great idea . Studying abroad will offer you plenty of new opportunities . Are you planning on going abroad ? ," yes , I hope so . I am studying for my BELTS right now . " " yes , I hope so . I am studying for my BELTS right now . ", which country do you want to go to ? which country do you want to go to ? ," I'd like to study in the UK , but it's really expensive . " " I'd like to study in the UK , but it's really expensive . ", have you applied to any schools there ? have you applied to any schools there ? ," yes , I received a conditional offer from Oxford University a few days ago . " " yes , I received a conditional offer from Oxford University a few days ago . ", congratulations ! That's excellent news ? What do you have to do to get an unconditional offer ? congratulations ! That's excellent news ? What do you have to do to get an unconditional offer ? , I have to get an BELTS score of 7.5 overall . Do you think I can do that ? I have to get an BELTS score of 7.5 overall . Do you think I can do that ? ," if you study hard , I don't see why you wouldn't . Have you received any other offers ? " " if you study hard , I don't see why you wouldn't . Have you received any other offers ? "," I was also accepted into Yale University , and Sydney University . " " I was also accepted into Yale University , and Sydney University . "," if you're worried about money , the cost of living is lowest in America . However , if you go to Oxford University , you'll probably be able to get any job you want in the future . " " if you're worried about money , the cost of living is lowest in America . However , if you go to Oxford University , you'll probably be able to get any job you want in the future . ", I just can't decide where to go . It's not an easy decision to make . I just can't decide where to go . It's not an easy decision to make . ," if I were you , I'd apply for some scholarships and grants before you decide . Whatever you do , I know you'll succeed . " Would you do me a favor ? , I'd be glad to . What is it ? "How are you , Mr Wilson ? I am Tina . "," Glad to meet you , Mrs.Tina . " " Glad to meet you , Mrs.Tina . "," Please have a seat . I know our employment of forcer has already given you the information about your employee contract , but I'd like to go over the main details again before signing . First , you'll be getting a monthly salary , with one month paid vacation after one year of service . " " Please have a seat . I know our employment of forcer has already given you the information about your employee contract , but I'd like to go over the main details again before signing . First , you'll be getting a monthly salary , with one month paid vacation after one year of service . ", That's what I understand . That's what I understand . ," You'll be covered by our medical plan while on duty.Since you'll be middle management , you're expected to be available up to 1.5 hours past normal working hours.Any approved time over that will be paid at time and a half , which you can take as salary or time off . " " You'll be covered by our medical plan while on duty.Since you'll be middle management , you're expected to be available up to 1.5 hours past normal working hours.Any approved time over that will be paid at time and a half , which you can take as salary or time off . ", Exactly my understanding . Exactly my understanding . , A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company.Any extended illness will be covered by insurance.Have you read the other terms of the contract ? A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company.Any extended illness will be covered by insurance.Have you read the other terms of the contract ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . ", Do you have any other questions ? Do you have any other questions ? , Just one . I noticed an item about flex-time.Is that a possibility for me ? Just one . I noticed an item about flex-time.Is that a possibility for me ? ," Yes , it is , but you'll have to discuss the details with your manager . " " Yes , it is , but you'll have to discuss the details with your manager . ", That's acceptable . That's acceptable . ," Good.Now , if you'll just sign here , you can start work in 3 days . " Good morning . Can I help you ? , Yes . Do you have any seats available on a flight for Beijing leaving at 15 Yes . Do you have any seats available on a flight for Beijing leaving at 15 , Sure we do . First-class or economy ? Sure we do . First-class or economy ? ," One economy , please . " "Jack , I think it's best that I actively ask for the results of interview . ", That's a good idea ! So you don't need to worry about it . That's a good idea ! So you don't need to worry about it . ," I think so , too . What do you think about that I write a letter of inquiry to the company ? " " I think so , too . What do you think about that I write a letter of inquiry to the company ? ", It's OK . You could send an email to the employer via the internet . It's OK . You could send an email to the employer via the internet . , Good idea . It is convenient and fast . Good idea . It is convenient and fast . ," You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely . " " You could inquire about the results directly , but should be politely . ", Certainly . Certainly . ," I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it . " " I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly . If it's too long , I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it . ", I think that about one hundred words are enough . I think that about one hundred words are enough . ," After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply . " " After you send the letter of inquiry , you should pay close attention not to miss any reply . "," OK , I know now . " Hello . Front desk . How can I help you ? , Good evening . Is the kitchen open now ? Good evening . Is the kitchen open now ? , I ’ m sorry . The kitchen is closed after midnight . I ’ m sorry . The kitchen is closed after midnight . ," It ’ s ok , good night . " " It ’ s ok , good night . ", Good night . "Jack , I hear you got promoted.Is that true ? ", Yes . I think I'm lucky . Yes . I think I'm lucky . ," Oh , Jack , you deserve it.You ' Ve been working so hard . " " Oh , Jack , you deserve it.You ' Ve been working so hard . ", Thank you for saying that . Today people are hearing about information superhighways and the intermet . , Is this change going to be beneficial for theindividuals like you and me . Is this change going to be beneficial for theindividuals like you and me . ," Yes , I think so . My friend once used it mostly to play chess , but now he has learnt how to do other things on the Internet . " " Yes , I think so . My friend once used it mostly to play chess , but now he has learnt how to do other things on the Internet . ", There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium . It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services . There's no doubt the Internet will be a powerful commercial medium . It'll connect hundreds of millions of customers and open up huge markets for all kinds of products and services . ," That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered . " " That's true . I can imagine companies sending advertisements directly to customers over the net . Customers , in turn , can examine and compare whatever goods they want to buy and tell their computers to find them at the best price offered . ", Yeah . It'll be a shoppers heaven . That's the use of net in E-commerce . Are you ready ? , Yes . Yes . , Who can tell us something about the author's life ? Volunteer ? Who can tell us something about the author's life ? Volunteer ? ," The author was a famous writer , and he was also a politician . He was born in 1911 and died in 1985 . " " The author was a famous writer , and he was also a politician . He was born in 1911 and died in 1985 . "," Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ? " " Very good . Sit down , please . Susan , what's the general idea of the text ? ", Can I answer it in Chinese ? Can I answer it in Chinese ? ," No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English . " " No , you can't . This is an English class , and you have to express yourself in English . "," Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ... " " Let me have a try . The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities . They are quiet , shy and reserved ... ", Excellent . Class is over . Let's have a break . You always stick to your PC recently . Are you still fascinated by chatting on line ? ," For me , the times of chatting online has gone . " " For me , the times of chatting online has gone . ", What the hell are you doing now ? What the hell are you doing now ? ," I opened my blog today . In order to have more visitors , I have to land on others ' blogs and leave my messages for their blogs . " " I opened my blog today . In order to have more visitors , I have to land on others ' blogs and leave my messages for their blogs . ", What's new with you ? What's new with you ? , Do you still remember Justin ? Do you still remember Justin ? ," Of course , he was our monitor in college . How is him now ? " " Of course , he was our monitor in college . How is him now ? ", He seemed to be dumped by his girlfriend . I found his blogs were a little sad . He seemed to be dumped by his girlfriend . I found his blogs were a little sad . , Let me see . What a moving poem ! What ’ s the plot of your new movie ? ," It ’ s a story about a policemen who is investigating a series of strange murders . I play the part of the detective . He has to catch the killer , but there ’ s very little evidence . It ’ s a psychological th " " It ’ s a story about a policemen who is investigating a series of strange murders . I play the part of the detective . He has to catch the killer , but there ’ s very little evidence . It ’ s a psychological th ", Did you enjoy making the movie ? We heard stories of disagreement with other actors and with the director . Did you enjoy making the movie ? We heard stories of disagreement with other actors and with the director . , I have had disagreement with every director . I ’ Ve worked with . We ’ Ve always disagreed in a friendly way and we have always resolved our differences . It was the same when I made this movie . I don ’ t no I have had disagreement with every director . I ’ Ve worked with . We ’ Ve always disagreed in a friendly way and we have always resolved our differences . It was the same when I made this movie . I don ’ t no , Critics are not very happy with the movies that you ’ Ve made recently . Does that bother you ? Critics are not very happy with the movies that you ’ Ve made recently . Does that bother you ? , Not at all . The feedback from audience has been great . I care about what they think more than what the critics think . Not at all . The feedback from audience has been great . I care about what they think more than what the critics think . , Did you do you own stunts in the movie ? Did you do you own stunts in the movie ? ," I wanted to , but my insurance company wouldn ’ t let me . All of my stunts were done by a stuntman . As you know , I used to do my own stunts , but I ’ ll leave that to the experts in future . " " I wanted to , but my insurance company wouldn ’ t let me . All of my stunts were done by a stuntman . As you know , I used to do my own stunts , but I ’ ll leave that to the experts in future . ", Thank you very much for doing this interview . Thank you very much for doing this interview . , My pleasure . Have you seen the movie yet ? My pleasure . Have you seen the movie yet ? ," Yes . I have . I liked it very much . Like you , I was very impressed with Rachel ’ s performance in the movie . She ’ s going to be a star . " Is there something I can help you with ? ," No , I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway . " " No , I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway . ", Ok . Ben cancelled his trip . , How come ? How come ? ," Because General , his dog , got sick . " " Because General , his dog , got sick . ", He's such a mother hen . Excuse me . I have an appointment with Mr . Li at nine . May I come in ? ," Yes , come in please . I am Mr . Li . You must be My Liu , right ? " " Yes , come in please . I am Mr . Li . You must be My Liu , right ? "," Yes , I am My Liu . Thanks . " " Yes , I am My Liu . Thanks . ", I'd like to start this interview with some questions . Why do you think you are qualified for this position ? I'd like to start this interview with some questions . Why do you think you are qualified for this position ? ," According to your advertisement , you want an experienced software engineer . I think my background meets the requirement of this position . " " According to your advertisement , you want an experienced software engineer . I think my background meets the requirement of this position . ", Then tell me something about your background . Then tell me something about your background . ," My major was computer science when I was at college , and I am quite familiar with Visual C + + and Java language . " " My major was computer science when I was at college , and I am quite familiar with Visual C + + and Java language . "," Well , what do you think about the development in computers ? " " Well , what do you think about the development in computers ? "," The developments in software are going ahead very quickly and more and more problems are resolved by software . In some regions , the hardware is completely replaced by software . So I think the software industry has a great future . " " The developments in software are going ahead very quickly and more and more problems are resolved by software . In some regions , the hardware is completely replaced by software . So I think the software industry has a great future . ", Have you ever designed any programs concerning network ? Have you ever designed any programs concerning network ? ," Yes , I have designed some programs for the network with Visual C + + and I have passed the test for programmers - MUSE . " " Yes , I have designed some programs for the network with Visual C + + and I have passed the test for programmers - MUSE . ", Have you got anything to ask me ? Have you got anything to ask me ? ," Yes , can you tell me what's my responsibility in this position ? " " Yes , can you tell me what's my responsibility in this position ? "," Yes , of course . You would be responsible for the development of software products . " " Yes , of course . You would be responsible for the development of software products . ", I see . This is my advantage . I see . This is my advantage . , Good . Have you got any other questions ? Good . Have you got any other questions ? , No . No . ," Ok , I will contact you in a week . See you . " " Ok , I will contact you in a week . See you . "," Thank you , bye-bye . " I always feel I ’ m left high and dry with nobody to rely on . , Don ’ t be fool . I ’ ll always side with you . Don ’ t be fool . I ’ ll always side with you . , I appreciate your kindness . the air quality in this city is horrendous ! The pollution levels were so high that we weren't supposed to go outside with a face mask again ! , exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment . exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment . ," on top of that , there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs , which are contributing to the high pollution levels in the water and the air in this city . " " on top of that , there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs , which are contributing to the high pollution levels in the water and the air in this city . "," as much as I love this city , I think I'm going to have to find a greener city to live in . Living in a polluted city like this just can't be good for my health . " " as much as I love this city , I think I'm going to have to find a greener city to live in . Living in a polluted city like this just can't be good for my health . "," I know what you mean . However , there are so few places left that have not been affected by global warming . If it's not the pollution , then it's the natural disasters , deforestation , or the greenhouse " " I know what you mean . However , there are so few places left that have not been affected by global warming . If it's not the pollution , then it's the natural disasters , deforestation , or the greenhouse ", what is the greenhouse effect exactly ? what is the greenhouse effect exactly ? , it's the gradual rise in the earth's temperature . it's the gradual rise in the earth's temperature . ," I see , so it's similar to global warming ? " " I see , so it's similar to global warming ? "," they're related to one another , yes . " " they're related to one another , yes . ", I heard that some people in England are pleased with the fact that the climate is becoming warmer because it's making their towns a more pleasant place to live . I heard that some people in England are pleased with the fact that the climate is becoming warmer because it's making their towns a more pleasant place to live . ," people joke about the benefits of the increase in temperature , but it's not all good news . They've been experiencing a lot of deadly storms there as well . " " people joke about the benefits of the increase in temperature , but it's not all good news . They've been experiencing a lot of deadly storms there as well . ", people always seem to make jokes as a way to deal with unfortunate situations . people always seem to make jokes as a way to deal with unfortunate situations . ," I think if everyone pitches in , the world will be a better place . " Good afternoon ! Did you call for a plumber ? ," Yes , yes I did . Please come in ! I ’ m so glad you came ! This old house is falling apart ! Come on into the bathroom . See , here , there ’ s water leaking everywhere ! " " Yes , yes I did . Please come in ! I ’ m so glad you came ! This old house is falling apart ! Come on into the bathroom . See , here , there ’ s water leaking everywhere ! "," I see . Let me have a look . It seems that your toilet is clogged , and that ’ s why it won ’ t flush . Let me just get my plunger . No , that ’ s not working either . I suspect that there ’ s some sort of foreign object in the pipes that ‘ s causing a blockage . That ’ s what ’ s making your toilet overflow . " " I see . Let me have a look . It seems that your toilet is clogged , and that ’ s why it won ’ t flush . Let me just get my plunger . No , that ’ s not working either . I suspect that there ’ s some sort of foreign object in the pipes that ‘ s causing a blockage . That ’ s what ’ s making your toilet overflow . "," Oh , that must be because of my four-year-old daughter . She is always flushing things down the toilet . You know how kids are . " " Oh , that must be because of my four-year-old daughter . She is always flushing things down the toilet . You know how kids are . "," Yeah , I have a little one myself . Anyway , these water pipes are really rusty , so they also should be changed . Thatcould be causing water to not drain completely , that might lead to more problems in the future . I would also suggest fixing this faucet that isn ’ t shutting off properly . I could have it all finished by today if it ’ s urgent . " " Yeah , I have a little one myself . Anyway , these water pipes are really rusty , so they also should be changed . Thatcould be causing water to not drain completely , that might lead to more problems in the future . I would also suggest fixing this faucet that isn ’ t shutting off properly . I could have it all finished by today if it ’ s urgent . ", That would be great ! Is it expensive ? That would be great ! Is it expensive ? , Let ’ s see ... I would say about eight hundred dollars . What did her boss say to you ? , He asked me to beef up in the work . He asked me to beef up in the work . , Yeah . You look so unhappy recently . What ’ s the matter . Yeah . You look so unhappy recently . What ’ s the matter . ," Nothing , thanks . I am just not in the mood these days . " "Darling , can't you stay for a few more days ? ", I can't . I've got to attend a meeting in London . I can't . I've got to attend a meeting in London . , I'm really going to miss you.Take care of yourself . I'm really going to miss you.Take care of yourself . , I will . Hello . ," Hello.May I speak to Mark , please ? " " Hello.May I speak to Mark , please ? "," Sure , just a minute.Mark , you're wanted on the phone . " " Sure , just a minute.Mark , you're wanted on the phone . "," Hello , this is Mark speaking . " " Hello , this is Mark speaking . ", Hi ! This is Jill.How come you didn't come in today ? Hi ! This is Jill.How come you didn't come in today ? ," Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover . " " Oh , we had a birthday party for David last night . As a matter of fact I woke up with a terrible hangover . ", That's too bad.You ' ll have to be more careful nest time . That's too bad.You ' ll have to be more careful nest time . , Anything new at the office ? Anything new at the office ? ," No , nothing special.Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache.His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine.The baby is their first child . " " No , nothing special.Oh , yes , you know Bill , The guy with the moustache.His wife had a baby girl last night and he passed out cigars to everyone today , He said his wife and daughter are doing fine.The baby is their first child . ", That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate ! That's wonderful ! We've got to celebrate ! ," Yes , we have to.Do you think you can make it tomorrow ? " " Yes , we have to.Do you think you can make it tomorrow ? ", Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then.Thank you for calling . Sure . I ought to be ready for some more drinks by then.Thank you for calling . , You're welcome.Bye . Excuse me . What's the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco ? , 16 hours . Beijing is 16 hours ahead . 16 hours . Beijing is 16 hours ahead . , Are we losing or gaining a day on the way to America ? Are we losing or gaining a day on the way to America ? , We are gaining a day . We are gaining a day . , So does it mean we're arriving on the same day ? So does it mean we're arriving on the same day ? , That's right . Do you think children watch too much Tv ? , I only allow my child to watch up to an hour a day . I don ’ t think that tv is bad for kids . I think that kids should be active and not become couch potatoes . I only allow my child to watch up to an hour a day . I don ’ t think that tv is bad for kids . I think that kids should be active and not become couch potatoes . , Perhaps I should impose a limit on how much Tv my kids can watch . They don ’ t do much else in their free time . At least they always do their homework first . Perhaps I should impose a limit on how much Tv my kids can watch . They don ’ t do much else in their free time . At least they always do their homework first . ," If you decide to put a limit on the amount of tv they can watch , remember to have something else for them to do . If you don ’ t , they ’ ll get bored and misbehave . " " If you decide to put a limit on the amount of tv they can watch , remember to have something else for them to do . If you don ’ t , they ’ ll get bored and misbehave . ", They could go out and play with their friends . They could go out and play with their friends . , Sure . You could talk to other parents in your neighbourhood and plan it so that all the kids are free at the same time . Sure . You could talk to other parents in your neighbourhood and plan it so that all the kids are free at the same time . , Perhaps I could ask my husband to teach them foot ball or some thing . He watches too much Tv too . Perhaps I could ask my husband to teach them foot ball or some thing . He watches too much Tv too . ," That ’ s a good idea . Remember that if the parents watch too much Tv , the kids will probably follow suit . " Have you read all these crazy things that are going on around the world ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I was reading about how some people get tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and have their organs removed ! Then they are sold on the black market . I was reading about how some people get tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and have their organs removed ! Then they are sold on the black market . ," Don't tell me you actually believe all that ? Don't be so gullible , they are just urban legends . They are just stories people make up to scare you . " " Don't tell me you actually believe all that ? Don't be so gullible , they are just urban legends . They are just stories people make up to scare you . "," Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ? " " Well , I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards ! Can you believe that ? ", You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive ! You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song ? Don't be so naive ! ," Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster ! " " Well maybe you are right , but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster ! "," Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true , don't you think ? " I have a question about my cable . , What do you need ? What do you need ? , I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week . I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week . , Right now the cable isn't working . Right now the cable isn't working . , Could you tell me when it will be back on ? Could you tell me when it will be back on ? , The cable should be running again in a couple of days . The cable should be running again in a couple of days . ," In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ? " " In the meantime , do I still have to pay for the cable ? ", We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience . We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience . , Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ? Does that mean I won't have to pay for it ? , It'll be free until it comes back on . It'll be free until it comes back on . ," Thanks , I appreciate your help . " " Thanks , I appreciate your help . ", Thank you for all your patience . Where's Mrs . Johnson ? ," Just call her Lisa , Mary . She's cooking dinner . " " Just call her Lisa , Mary . She's cooking dinner . ", I see . Can I sit down ? I see . Can I sit down ? , Of course ! Make yourself at home . Of course ! Make yourself at home . ," Thank you , Mr . Johnson . " " Thank you , Mr . Johnson . "," Please , just call me Tom . " " Please , just call me Tom . "," Okay , Tom . " " Okay , Tom . ", Where's Cindy ? Where's Cindy ? , She's upstairs in my room . She's upstairs in my room . , Can you tell her to come downstairs ? We're about to have dinner . "Good afternoon , madam . May I help you ? ", Do you have some new perfume ? Do you have some new perfume ? ," I am sorry , madam . I didn't hear you . It's too noisy here . Could you please say it again ? " " I am sorry , madam . I didn't hear you . It's too noisy here . Could you please say it again ? "," Well , I wanna buy some new perfume . " " Well , I wanna buy some new perfume . ", Would you please wait a minute ? I will get one for you at once . Would you please wait a minute ? I will get one for you at once . , That's all right . That's all right . , Here you are . Here you are . , Can I open it ? Can I open it ? ," Yes , certainly , madam . " " Yes , certainly , madam . ", It smells sweet . It smells sweet . ," Yes , it is . This perfume just arrived yesterday , and it's the latest products of Chanel . " " Yes , it is . This perfume just arrived yesterday , and it's the latest products of Chanel . ", Really ? How much is it ? Really ? How much is it ? ," 55 dollars , madam . " " 55 dollars , madam . "," Ok , I will take two bottles . " " Ok , I will take two bottles . ", Thank you . Do you need something else ? Thank you . Do you need something else ? ," No , thanks . " "Excuse me , ma ’ am ? ", Yes . What can I do for you ? Yes . What can I do for you ? , I ’ m new here and I can ’ t seem to find the lunch room . I ’ m new here and I can ’ t seem to find the lunch room . ," Oh , it ’ s right downstairs . I ’ m going there myself . Just follow me . " Thank god you showed up when you did ! He ’ s insane ! Do you think we should call the police ? ," Don ’ t worry about it , I ’ ll call my friend and have him take care of it . I can ’ t believe he was stalking you all these years . What a nut job ! " " Don ’ t worry about it , I ’ ll call my friend and have him take care of it . I can ’ t believe he was stalking you all these years . What a nut job ! ", I know ! Well ... he said I ’ m not pregnant . I ’ m sorry if I got you all worked up over nothing . I want you to know that I didn ’ t do it on purpose ... I know ! Well ... he said I ’ m not pregnant . I ’ m sorry if I got you all worked up over nothing . I want you to know that I didn ’ t do it on purpose ... ," Don ’ t apologize ! From the moment I met you , not a day has gone by when I haven ’ t thought of you.And now that I ’ m with you again , I ’ m ... I ’ m just scared , Veronica . The closer I get to you , the worse it gets . The thought of not being with you , I mean , I just can ’ t handle it ! We were made for each other , Veronica . You are my everything , my soul mate . What can I do ? " " Don ’ t apologize ! From the moment I met you , not a day has gone by when I haven ’ t thought of you.And now that I ’ m with you again , I ’ m ... I ’ m just scared , Veronica . The closer I get to you , the worse it gets . The thought of not being with you , I mean , I just can ’ t handle it ! We were made for each other , Veronica . You are my everything , my soul mate . What can I do ? "," Just hold me ... I ’ ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven . " " Just hold me ... I ’ ll always be here for you , no matter what . And together , we can tackle whatever life throws at us . I believe in us , steven . ", I ’ m so happy to hear that ! I knew we belong together . I love you so much . I need to find a new place to live . , Yeah ? Why ? Don ’ t you like living with me ? Yeah ? Why ? Don ’ t you like living with me ? ," Oh , it ’ s not you . I just want my own place . " " Oh , it ’ s not you . I just want my own place . "," Well , check the newspaper . " " Well , check the newspaper . ", Jeez ... I didn ’ t realize a single bedroom apartment went for so much these days . Jeez ... I didn ’ t realize a single bedroom apartment went for so much these days . ," Yeah , prices have really gone up the past couple of years . " " Yeah , prices have really gone up the past couple of years . "," Oh , here ’ s one . It ’ s looks like its in this neighborhood , $ 600 a month . That ’ s not to bad . " " Oh , here ’ s one . It ’ s looks like its in this neighborhood , $ 600 a month . That ’ s not to bad . "," No , it ’ s pretty good . Why not give the landlord a call ? " " No , it ’ s pretty good . Why not give the landlord a call ? ", Hello . I ’ m calling about the one bedroom in Lincoln Park . Could I take a look at it ? Yes . Tonight at six is fine . Thanks . Can you tell me the time ? , It's 5:30 by my watch . It's 5:30 by my watch . , Is your watch right ? Is your watch right ? , Yes . There's only a few seconds in a whole month . "Shall we discuss the packing ? You know , a well-designed package helps sell the goods , so the products must not only be superior in quality , but also attractive in appearance . I'd like to see the sample of packing . ", We have made a lot of improvement in packing . You are welcome to see the sample in the showroom . I think you will find the new packing beautiful and quite well-done . We have made a lot of improvement in packing . You are welcome to see the sample in the showroom . I think you will find the new packing beautiful and quite well-done . , Quite good . The beautiful design and bright color are just the European taste . How are you gonna pack these blouses ? Quite good . The beautiful design and bright color are just the European taste . How are you gonna pack these blouses ? , We are going to pack them in boxes with a colored picture of the blouse on it . Inside we ’ ll use a transparent poly bag for the blouse ready for the window show . You'll see that the blouses will appeal to the eye as well as to the purse . We are going to pack them in boxes with a colored picture of the blouse on it . Inside we ’ ll use a transparent poly bag for the blouse ready for the window show . You'll see that the blouses will appeal to the eye as well as to the purse . , Wonderful . Morning . , Hi there Mr . Anderson ! How are you on this fine morning ? Hi there Mr . Anderson ! How are you on this fine morning ? ," Fine , thank you . " " Fine , thank you . "," It sure is cold this morning , isn ’ t it ? I barely even get out of bed ! " " It sure is cold this morning , isn ’ t it ? I barely even get out of bed ! "," Yeah . It ’ s pretty cold , alright . " " Yeah . It ’ s pretty cold , alright . ", Did you catch the news this morning ? I heard that there was a fire on Byron Street . Did you catch the news this morning ? I heard that there was a fire on Byron Street . ," No , I didn ’ t hear about that . " " No , I didn ’ t hear about that . ", Did you happen to watch the football game last night ? The Patriots scored in the last minute ! Did you happen to watch the football game last night ? The Patriots scored in the last minute ! ," No , I don ’ t like football . " " No , I don ’ t like football . "," Oh . . . By the way , I saw you with your daughter at the office Christmas party . She is really beautiful ! " " Oh . . . By the way , I saw you with your daughter at the office Christmas party . She is really beautiful ! "," She ’ s my wife ! Oh , here ’ s my floor ! Nice talking to you . Goodbye . " " She ’ s my wife ! Oh , here ’ s my floor ! Nice talking to you . Goodbye . ", Sir this is the 56th floor ! We are on the 70th ! Sir this is the 56th floor ! We are on the 70th ! ," That ’ s okay , I ’ ll take the stairs ! " Where will you go in your vacation ? ," Oh , I'm hoping to take courses in my vacation . " " Oh , I'm hoping to take courses in my vacation . ", You're so industrious . I'm going to buy a new living room set . , Where are you going to buy one ? Where are you going to buy one ? , I'm really not sure . I'm really not sure . ," You like my living room set , don't you ? " " You like my living room set , don't you ? ", Where did you buy it ? Where did you buy it ? , I found mine at IKEA . I found mine at IKEA . , Are they expensive ? Are they expensive ? , Everything I got from IKEA cost me a couple thousand . Everything I got from IKEA cost me a couple thousand . , Is the furniture crafted well ? Is the furniture crafted well ? , The furniture isn't built cheap . The furniture isn't built cheap . ," I'll pay the money , as long as I'm getting what I pay for . " " I'll pay the money , as long as I'm getting what I pay for . ", You will feel comfortable paying the money . ( At the MET station ) Hurry up ! We are running late for school . , Let's take the MET . lt's faster and cheap . Let's take the MET . lt's faster and cheap . , Which line should we take if we go to Danshui ? Which line should we take if we go to Danshui ? , We should take the red line . Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine . We should take the red line . Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine . , How much money should I insert in the slot ? How much money should I insert in the slot ? , 5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor . 5o dollars . Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor . , I see . I see . , It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there . It's so crowded . All the seats are taken . Let's go there . There is a seat over there . ," It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people . " " It's a priority seat . We can not sit there . We should give the seats to those eld , pregnant and disabled people . "," Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes . " " Yeah , you are right . Let's stand . It takes only about 20 minutes . "," If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour . " " If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday , we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour . "," Anyway , we are arriving at Danshui soon . I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset . " "Ah , Oh ! Are you hurt ? ", I don't think so . I'm just shaken up a little . I don't think so . I'm just shaken up a little . , Maybe I'd better call an ambulance . Maybe I'd better call an ambulance . ," No , don't bother . I think I'm OK . " " No , don't bother . I think I'm OK . ", Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Yes , it's OK . " Did you hear ? The state is thinking of legalizing gambling in our city ! Soon we are gonna have amazing hotels and casinos here which will be good for our business ! , Are you serious ? Gambling is a vice industry built on deception and fed by the intentional exploitation of human weakness for the sole purpose of monetary gain ! It disgusts me . Are you serious ? Gambling is a vice industry built on deception and fed by the intentional exploitation of human weakness for the sole purpose of monetary gain ! It disgusts me . , What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ? What are you talking about ? How does it exploit people ? ," Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies . " " Well , to begin with , Gambling is addictive , ruins marriages , destroys families and bankrupts communities . Once you are addicted it is very difficult to stop . People have lost their houses , cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted . Secondly , it exploits because men become addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk . Women gamble to escape , and senior citizens will start gambling for the social interaction . Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies . "," Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ’ t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ’ t become addicted or anything like that . " " Geez ! Now that I think about it , maybe legalizing gambling isn ’ t such a good idea ! Although , I have been to Las Vegas , and I didn ’ t become addicted or anything like that . "," You cannot predict who will become addicted to gambling . Now excuse me , I have a protest rally to organize ! " "Are you ready to order , sir ? ", Yeah . I have a fancy for some wine tonight . Can you recommend something for me ? Yeah . I have a fancy for some wine tonight . Can you recommend something for me ? , Our red wine is very famous . I'd suggest you try that . Our red wine is very famous . I'd suggest you try that . , All right . What kind of red wine do you serve ? All right . What kind of red wine do you serve ? , Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu . Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose . You can have a taste then make your decision then . Here is the wine menu . , The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one . The dry red wine looks quite good . I'd like to try this one . , Then do you like any cheese to go with it ? Then do you like any cheese to go with it ? , Why ? Do I have to order that ? Why ? Do I have to order that ? ," Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like . " " Oh , no . But cheese is the best thing to go with red wine . And we have really fresh cheese which will be free if you order red wine . Here are the pictures . Pick out something you like . ", That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive . That's really nice . I'd like this one . It looks very attractive . , What would you like for appetizer and dinner ? What would you like for appetizer and dinner ? , Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner . Croissant for appetizer and two beef steaks for dinner . ," How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ? " " How do you want your steaks , rare , medium or well-done ? "," Medium , please ? " " Medium , please ? ", Anything for dessert ? Anything for dessert ? , Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert . Sure . We'd like to have Black Forest Cake for dessert . , OK . Please wait for s while . We'll get it done quickly ! Where do you have to go . , To New York . To New York . , When do you have to be there . When do you have to be there . , Tomorrow morning . Tomorrow morning . , How long do you have to be there ? How long do you have to be there ? , Three days . Three days . , When will you be back ? When will you be back ? , On Friday . hello ! How are you . , not too well ! I ’ m just to the doctor . I haven ’ t been feeling too well .. over the last few days . not too well ! I ’ m just to the doctor . I haven ’ t been feeling too well .. over the last few days . , what have you got ? A cough ? A cold ? what have you got ? A cough ? A cold ? , that ’ s the funny thing . I don ’ t what ’ s wrong with me . I just feel exhausted . that ’ s the funny thing . I don ’ t what ’ s wrong with me . I just feel exhausted . , perhaps you ’ Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job . perhaps you ’ Ve been working too hard . You do have a high-pressure job . , maybe . I haven ’ t been able to keep my food down either . That ’ s unusual . maybe . I haven ’ t been able to keep my food down either . That ’ s unusual . , well . I ’ m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good . well . I ’ m sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again . Dr . Jameson is very good . ," yes , he is . I ’ Ve make an appointment for 10 o ’ clock , so I ’ d better move along . " " yes , he is . I ’ Ve make an appointment for 10 o ’ clock , so I ’ d better move along . "," OK . Hope you feel better soon . You should take it easy . I ’ m sure the doctor will prescribe rest , you know . " Watch out ! You'll hit that car if you're not careful . ," Oh no , I won't . But we will have an accident if you don't stop shouting . " " Oh no , I won't . But we will have an accident if you don't stop shouting . ", You see . I told you you'd hit him if you weren't careful . You see . I told you you'd hit him if you weren't careful . ," Oh , shut up , will you ? It was all your fault.If you'd kept quite this would never have happened . " " Oh , shut up , will you ? It was all your fault.If you'd kept quite this would never have happened . "," Oh , so it was my fault , was it ? If I hadn't warned you in time it would have been much worse . " "Room service , can I help you ? "," Yes . This is Barbara in room 209 . I ’ d like to order breakfast , please . " " Yes . This is Barbara in room 209 . I ’ d like to order breakfast , please . ", What would you like to order ? What would you like to order ? , Two slices of whole wheat bread and one cup of coffee . Two slices of whole wheat bread and one cup of coffee . , Okay . I ’ ll have them brought to your room right away . Okay . I ’ ll have them brought to your room right away . , Thank you . Good morning . Is this where I can get a library card issued to me ? ," No problem , we have a short form right here ; just hand it to me when you are done . " " No problem , we have a short form right here ; just hand it to me when you are done . ", I'm done . I'm done . ," That looks great , but I will also need your driver's license or other form of I . D . " " That looks great , but I will also need your driver's license or other form of I . D . "," Sure , here it is . " " Sure , here it is . "," Well , this looks nice . Do you know how to use it ? " " Well , this looks nice . Do you know how to use it ? "," I am pretty sure how to use it , but can you remind me ? " " I am pretty sure how to use it , but can you remind me ? "," Of course , just remember that all of the needed information is on the card . " " Of course , just remember that all of the needed information is on the card . ", I see . I see . ," Well , I hope you have a wonderful time on your library visits ! " Bob from accounting is on the line . Do you want to speak with him ? ," Yes , I need to talk to him . " " Yes , I need to talk to him . ", I'll put the call through then . I'll put the call through then . , Thank you . hello ! How are you today ? , hi . I ’ m feeling very nervous . I just had a test and I ’ m not sure how well or how badly I did . hi . I ’ m feeling very nervous . I just had a test and I ’ m not sure how well or how badly I did . , it ’ s not use worrying about it now . you ’ Ve done test and you can ’ t change any of your answers . it ’ s not use worrying about it now . you ’ Ve done test and you can ’ t change any of your answers . ," that ’ s true . I really should go home and prepare for the next test , but I ’ m feeling tired . " " that ’ s true . I really should go home and prepare for the next test , but I ’ m feeling tired . ", let ’ s go and get a coffee together . That will help you to wake up again ! let ’ s go and get a coffee together . That will help you to wake up again ! , ok . I feel like sitting down and having a chat . How have you been recently ? ok . I feel like sitting down and having a chat . How have you been recently ? ," oh , you know me . I ’ m always happy ! If I think I ’ m getting into a bad mood , I call some friends and socialize or have a chat . " " oh , you know me . I ’ m always happy ! If I think I ’ m getting into a bad mood , I call some friends and socialize or have a chat . ", that ’ s a good idea . I usually just sit at home alone and get increasingly moody . that ’ s a good idea . I usually just sit at home alone and get increasingly moody . , I hate spending too much time at home . I get bored of it really quickly . I ’ m always excited about going out to party or other social event and meeting people . I hate spending too much time at home . I get bored of it really quickly . I ’ m always excited about going out to party or other social event and meeting people . , perhaps I ’ m being too shy . I should go out more too and not spend time worrying about tests ! We can't wait any longer ... , I'm terribly sorry to be so late . I had an article ... I'm terribly sorry to be so late . I had an article ... , You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked.Why don't you slow down ? You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked.Why don't you slow down ? , I can't afford to . I can't afford to . ," All right.Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ? " " All right.Now that everybody's here . Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin , are you ready ? "," Yes , thanks.Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials . " " Yes , thanks.Before I start , I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials . "," Excuse me , Miss Lin.Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well . " " Excuse me , Miss Lin.Would you mind speaking up , please ? I can't hear you very well . "," Sorry , I'll try to speak louder . " I have some good news for you . We've decided we'd like to send you to Shanghai on a business trip this weekend . , Oh . Oh . , Don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office foe a couple of days ? Don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office foe a couple of days ? , Sure . Sure . , I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm . I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this . Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you . All you have to do is to get on the train tonight at 7 pm . , The train ? Will I be flying back then ? The train ? Will I be flying back then ? ," Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable . " " Oh , no . We've bought your return ticket for you . I think you'll find it comfortable . ", Will the train be very crowded ? Will the train be very crowded ? ," Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine . " " Oh no . the train hasn't been crowded at all recently . Besides , you're in first-class , so you'll be fine . ", When is the first meeting then ? When is the first meeting then ? , They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9 They've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9 , Where will I be staying ? Where will I be staying ? ," We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system . " " We've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings , so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system . ", That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ? That's very sensible . Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip ? , That's not a problem . Have a nap if you can . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip . Pardon me . Could you help me ? , Of course . How can I help you ? Of course . How can I help you ? , I am looking for a sweater . I am looking for a sweater . , What size do you wear ? What size do you wear ? ," Medium , I think . " " Medium , I think . ", Here . How do you like this one ? Here . How do you like this one ? , It's pretty . Can I try it on ? It's pretty . Can I try it on ? , You can try it on in the fitting room over there . How much is the admission fee for a student ? , We offer a reduction of 50 % and comes to $ 10 . We offer a reduction of 50 % and comes to $ 10 . , Here you are . Where is the museum guide ? Here you are . Where is the museum guide ? ," Well , here you are . " " Well , here you are . ", Is it free ? Is it free ? , Of course . "Merry Christmas , Bill ! ", Merry Christmas . Steven ! Merry Christmas . Steven ! , What do you want to do to celebrate Christmas ? What do you want to do to celebrate Christmas ? , I'll have supper with my girlfriend and go shopping . What about you ? I'll have supper with my girlfriend and go shopping . What about you ? , I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ? I'll go to church first and then go to a Christmas party . Would you like to come ? , I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later . I'd love to . But I am going to meet my girlfriend right now . See you later . , See you . How about having a cup of tea with us ? , All right.That ’ s very nice of you . All right.That ’ s very nice of you . , Would you like to go to the cinema with me ? Would you like to go to the cinema with me ? , I ’ m sorry I can ’ t make it.Thank you anyhow . "Can ’ t you come in and have tea now , Peter ? "," Not yet , I must water the garden first . " " Not yet , I must water the garden first . ", Do you have to water it now ? Do you have to water it now ? , I ’ m afraid I must . Look at it ! It ’ s terribly dry . I ’ m afraid I must . Look at it ! It ’ s terribly dry . , What a nuisance ! What a nuisance ! ," Last summer it was very dry , too . Don ’ t you remember ? I had to water it every day . " " Last summer it was very dry , too . Don ’ t you remember ? I had to water it every day . "," Well , I ’ ll have tea by myself . That was quick ! Have you finished already ? " " Well , I ’ ll have tea by myself . That was quick ! Have you finished already ? "," Yes , Look out of the window . " " Yes , Look out of the window . ", It ’ s raining . That means you needn ’ t water the garden . It ’ s raining . That means you needn ’ t water the garden . ," That was a pleasant surprise . It means I can have tea , instead . " "Do you speak only English in the class , or does your teacher explain everything to you in Spanish ? "," Oh , we never speak Spanish in class ! Miss.Parker speaks to us only in English . " " Oh , we never speak Spanish in class ! Miss.Parker speaks to us only in English . ", I suppose she's right.Does she speak English very slowly ? I suppose she's right.Does she speak English very slowly ? , Not always.Sometimes we don't understand her.Then she has to repeat what she said . Not always.Sometimes we don't understand her.Then she has to repeat what she said . , It must be interesting to study English . It must be interesting to study English . , Mario and I are the best students in the class.Miss.Parker says that my pronunciation is very good . Mario and I are the best students in the class.Miss.Parker says that my pronunciation is very good . , Is English pronunciation easy or difficult ? Is English pronunciation easy or difficult ? , Sometimes it's difficult.Some words look different from the way one pronounces them . "How are your stocks doing , Jim ? "," Oh , all right . I lost a bunch of money in the last two years , but this year has been pretty good . " " Oh , all right . I lost a bunch of money in the last two years , but this year has been pretty good . "," Yeah . I lost money investing in the Internet , too . " " Yeah . I lost money investing in the Internet , too . "," Just goes to show that you should buy companies , not ideas . " " Just goes to show that you should buy companies , not ideas . ", I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now . I changed my strategy around too . I invest in good companies now . ," Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Frank ? " " Yeah , me too . Did you hear about Frank ? "," No , what happened ? " " No , what happened ? ", He lost his kids ' college money day trading . He lost his kids ' college money day trading . ," Oh , boy . His wife can ’ t be happy about that . " I ’ Ve been told you might have a vacant room . , Yes . I have a spare room . Yes . I have a spare room . , How much are you asking ? How much are you asking ? , 10.00 dollars a night . 10.00 dollars a night . ," Could I see the room , please ? " " Could I see the room , please ? ", Sure.Come on in . "The answer for number 6 is C , 7 is B , 8 is A ... "," Ms . Lee , could you tell me what number 7 is again ? I didn't catch you . " " Ms . Lee , could you tell me what number 7 is again ? I didn't catch you . ", Sure . 7 is B . Any others ? Sure . 7 is B . Any others ? ," No , thank you . " Can I get you any dessert ? ," Yes , I'd like to try the blueberry pie . " " Yes , I'd like to try the blueberry pie . "," Excellent choice . ( He brings her the pie . After she finishes , the waiter comes back . ) Would you like anything else ? " " Excellent choice . ( He brings her the pie . After she finishes , the waiter comes back . ) Would you like anything else ? "," No , I'm stuffed . I'm ready for the check . " " No , I'm stuffed . I'm ready for the check . ", Here you are . Thank you and have a nice evening . Here you are . Thank you and have a nice evening . , Thank you . Room service.May I come in ? , Come in please . Come in please . , This is your breakfast.Can I put it here ? This is your breakfast.Can I put it here ? , Sure.How much is it ? Sure.How much is it ? , That's $ 10 . That's $ 10 . ," Well , here is the money . " " Well , here is the money . "," Sir , you don't have to pay right now.Just sign here and we will charge it to your account . " " Sir , you don't have to pay right now.Just sign here and we will charge it to your account . ", Fine . What do you think of the plan for the new airport near here ? , Perhaps they should give it a second thought . The residents are getting up in arms about it . Perhaps they should give it a second thought . The residents are getting up in arms about it . , I think they will . How's your time spent in the United States ? ," Well , pretty good . " " Well , pretty good . ", I'm glad to hear that . What impressed you most ? I'm glad to hear that . What impressed you most ? ," Well , the cultural differences impressed me most . " " Well , the cultural differences impressed me most . ", You mean we Chinese think differently from the Americans ? You mean we Chinese think differently from the Americans ? ," That's right , quite different . One day one of my American friend looked pale , so I asked him whether he was sick or not . But he was reluctant to answer my question . " " That's right , quite different . One day one of my American friend looked pale , so I asked him whether he was sick or not . But he was reluctant to answer my question . ", That's weird . That's weird . ," And what's more , when he told me he had caught a cold for several days , I suggested him to go to the hospital as soon as possible . " " And what's more , when he told me he had caught a cold for several days , I suggested him to go to the hospital as soon as possible . ", You really cared about your friend . You really cared about your friend . , Sure I am . But he responded by saying'what do you mean ? ' . Sure I am . But he responded by saying'what do you mean ? ' . , I'm confused . Why did he say that ? I'm confused . Why did he say that ? ," I felt the same at first . Later he told me that I'd better not give him any suggestions when he was sick . Offering unsolicited help or advice is like showing sympathy to the weak or the poor . But back in China , helping others is always regarded being kind . " " I felt the same at first . Later he told me that I'd better not give him any suggestions when he was sick . Offering unsolicited help or advice is like showing sympathy to the weak or the poor . But back in China , helping others is always regarded being kind . ", Absolutely . Now I understand why he responded that way . I like your new skirt . , Do you think it fits me ? Do you think it fits me ? , Yes . It looks terrific ! Yes . It looks terrific ! , I bought it at half price . I bought it at half price . , You were lucky to find it . Traxi.taxi . ," Hello , madam . Where to ? " " Hello , madam . Where to ? ", Could you please help me put my bags in the truck ? Could you please help me put my bags in the truck ? , No problem.Get in now . No problem.Get in now . , Take me to Hilton Hotel . Take me to Hilton Hotel . , All right.Got it . Do you do morning exercises ? , Yes . I do one set of shadow-boxing every morning after I get up . Yes . I do one set of shadow-boxing every morning after I get up . , Shadow-boxing ? How interesting ! Do you think it really helpful for your health ? Shadow-boxing ? How interesting ! Do you think it really helpful for your health ? , Definitely . It not only keeps me fit but also helps me concentrate on my soul . I think I'm going to China this vacation.How about you ? , Me ? I prefer France . Me ? I prefer France . , I went to France last summer . I went to France last summer . ," Oh , really ? I went to China last winter ! " Hello . This is the Stewart Resident . , Hello . Is Mr . Stewart there ? Hello . Is Mr . Stewart there ? , This is Mr . Stewart . Who ’ s this ? This is Mr . Stewart . Who ’ s this ? ," I ’ m calling from Bell Canada . We are currently offering a great deal on long distance calling , only $ 17 a month . With this plan you get 500 minutes of long distance calls each month without any additional charges . " " I ’ m calling from Bell Canada . We are currently offering a great deal on long distance calling , only $ 17 a month . With this plan you get 500 minutes of long distance calls each month without any additional charges . ", I ’ m sorry . I ’ m not interested in it . I ’ m sorry . I ’ m not interested in it . , Okay . Thanks . "Happy Anniversary , honey . ", I thought you had forgotten . I thought you had forgotten . ," After the trouble I got into last year , no way . " " After the trouble I got into last year , no way . "," Thank you honey , it means a lot to me . " You can take this car into consideration . It works well and its price is reasonable . , I was not born yesterday . "Professor , I am going to need to leave class early today . ", What is the problem ? What is the problem ? , I need to go to the airport to pick up a relative . I need to go to the airport to pick up a relative . , Are you planning on having someone take notes for you ? Are you planning on having someone take notes for you ? ," Yes , I've got that part covered . " " Yes , I've got that part covered . "," When , exactly do you need to leave ? " " When , exactly do you need to leave ? ", I don't need to leave until the very end of class . I don't need to leave until the very end of class . ," Fine , but next time try and not have to miss class again . " " Fine , but next time try and not have to miss class again . "," Thanks , Professor . See you later ! " " Thanks , Professor . See you later ! ", See you later ! Drive carefully . Can I help you ? , Could you show me the coat on the shelf ? Could you show me the coat on the shelf ? , Sure . Please come this way . Sure . Please come this way . , May I try it on ? May I try it on ? , Of course . Here is the fitting room . Of course . Here is the fitting room . , It doesn't fit quite right . It feels a little tight in the waist . Do you have this in a larger size ? It doesn't fit quite right . It feels a little tight in the waist . Do you have this in a larger size ? ," Yes , here it is . " " Yes , here it is . "," Well , how do I look in this one ? " " Well , how do I look in this one ? ", You look really beautiful in it . You look really beautiful in it . , OK . I'll take it . I would like to order cable . ," Sure , what package do you want ? " " Sure , what package do you want ? ", What kinds of packages do you offer ? What kinds of packages do you offer ? , We have all kinds of movie channel packages . We have all kinds of movie channel packages . , What else do you have ? What else do you have ? , There is a package for all sports channels . There is a package for all sports channels . , Do you have a package that includes all the movie channels with the basic channels also ? Do you have a package that includes all the movie channels with the basic channels also ? ," Yes , we do offer that package . " " Yes , we do offer that package . ", I want that . I want that . , Do you want anything else ? Do you want anything else ? ," No , but is it possible for me to add channels later ? " " No , but is it possible for me to add channels later ? ", You can always get rid of channels or add some later . "Good idea ! I've heard that the Expo is doing pretty well now , and ads are seen everywhere in the country on all means of media , newspapers , TV , street signs , etc . "," Yeah , it's the last world-wide horti-cultural exposition in the century , and one of the grand festivities of cross-century significance held by the China's tourism industry . " " Yeah , it's the last world-wide horti-cultural exposition in the century , and one of the grand festivities of cross-century significance held by the China's tourism industry . ", what's interesting to see there ? what's interesting to see there ? ," Oh , there's plenty . Flowers and plants from all over the world , of course . Besides , gardening techniques are demonstrated , modern facilities displayed , academic exchanges and seminars organized , and folk performances of different nations shown almost every day . " " Oh , there's plenty . Flowers and plants from all over the world , of course . Besides , gardening techniques are demonstrated , modern facilities displayed , academic exchanges and seminars organized , and folk performances of different nations shown almost every day . "," I visited the First International Flower Festival in the city last year , and was impressed with so many beautiful flowers ! " " I visited the First International Flower Festival in the city last year , and was impressed with so many beautiful flowers ! "," Oh , can't compare with the Kunming Expo at all ! The Kunming Expo covers an area of 218 hectares , and more than 9000 flower enterprises from over 100 countries and regions are invited to participate in the Expo . " " Oh , can't compare with the Kunming Expo at all ! The Kunming Expo covers an area of 218 hectares , and more than 9000 flower enterprises from over 100 countries and regions are invited to participate in the Expo . ", It would be a rare occasion to be able to appreciate so many fine species of Chinese and foreign flowers fully blooming in one park ! It would be a rare occasion to be able to appreciate so many fine species of Chinese and foreign flowers fully blooming in one park ! ," Far more than that , I dare to say ! Inland provinces and cities , Hong Kong and Macao , as well as many countries and regions in the world have an exhibition area of their own to display their unique flowers and plants . Each month there's a special day for a particular country or region , and folk performances are given . You will feel it a great pity if you missile Kunming Expo . " "Excuse me , please show me that business suit , the dark one . ", OK . OK . , May I try it on ? May I try it on ? , Go ahead . "Hi there , I want to reserve a hotel room . "," No problem at all . Could I have your full name , please ? " " No problem at all . Could I have your full name , please ? "," Sure , John Sandals . " " Sure , John Sandals . "," Hi , Mr . Sandals . I'm Michelle , at your service . When do you need the room ? " " Hi , Mr . Sandals . I'm Michelle , at your service . When do you need the room ? ", My plans are to be there April 14th to the 17th . My plans are to be there April 14th to the 17th . ," We have new room rates , sir . Will that be acceptable to you ? " " We have new room rates , sir . Will that be acceptable to you ? "," Well , it depends on the price , of course . What is it ? " " Well , it depends on the price , of course . What is it ? ", It's $ 308 a night . It's $ 308 a night . , I have no problem with that . I have no problem with that . , Great ! Would you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ? Great ! Would you prefer smoking or nonsmoking ? , Definitely nonsmoking . I can't handle that smell . Definitely nonsmoking . I can't handle that smell . ," Nonsmoking . Now , is a queen-size bed okay ? " " Nonsmoking . Now , is a queen-size bed okay ? ", No problem . No problem . ," Great , Mr . Sandals . Your reservation is confirmed . Now all I need is your phone number . " " Great , Mr . Sandals . Your reservation is confirmed . Now all I need is your phone number . ", Of course ! It's area code 626-555-1739 . Of course ! It's area code 626-555-1739 . ," Thank you so much , Mr . Sandals . We look forward to seeing you ! " Hello . I'm answering the ad in the paper about your car.And I wonder if it is still available ? ," Yes , it's still available . " " Yes , it's still available . ", Good.Can you give me some information about it ... uh .. mileage and the tires and things like that ? Good.Can you give me some information about it ... uh .. mileage and the tires and things like that ? ," Well , it has got low mileage.The tires are in perfect condition and it's in excellent shape . " "Good morning , Madam ! Can I help you ? "," Well , I'd like to buy a watch . " " Well , I'd like to buy a watch . "," Oh , look at these two watches , aren't they lovely ? " " Oh , look at these two watches , aren't they lovely ? ", Yeah . But I think I'd prefer ... Yeah . But I think I'd prefer ... , How about this one ? It's graceful in style . How about this one ? It's graceful in style . ," Mm , yes , but I think I like that one better . It's made of gold , isn't it ? " " Mm , yes , but I think I like that one better . It's made of gold , isn't it ? ", Sure . Sure . , How much is it ? How much is it ? ," 500 dollars , Madam . " " 500 dollars , Madam . ", I wonder if it keeps good time . I wonder if it keeps good time . ," Surely . As this is the latest model , and you can also set the alarm . " " Surely . As this is the latest model , and you can also set the alarm . ", How do I set it ? How do I set it ? , Just do like this.Very simple . Just do like this.Very simple . , All right . this suits my taste best . I'II take It . "Front desk , can I help you ? "," Yes , I need a wake-up call tomorrow at seven thirty . " " Yes , I need a wake-up call tomorrow at seven thirty . "," Sure . Your room number , PLS ? " " Sure . Your room number , PLS ? ", Room 1019 . Room 1019 . ," Room 1019 , tomorrow at seven thirty . Ok , we will give you a call in the morning . " What can I do for you ? ," I was looking for a book , but I couldn ’ t find it . " " I was looking for a book , but I couldn ’ t find it . ", Did you check our database to see if it was on the shelf ? Did you check our database to see if it was on the shelf ? , I already did . I already did . , Is it on the shelf ? Is it on the shelf ? , I didn ’ t see it . I didn ’ t see it . , Apparently somebody took that book out of the library . Apparently somebody took that book out of the library . , Will you ever get another copy ? Will you ever get another copy ? , We will definitely be getting another . We will definitely be getting another . , Could you please reserve it for me ? Could you please reserve it for me ? , That won ’ t be a problem . That won ’ t be a problem . , Thanks . I really appreciate that . May I sit here ? , I'm afraid this seat is taken . I'm afraid this seat is taken . ," Oh , is it ? Thank you anyway . " " Oh , is it ? Thank you anyway . "," You're welcome . If you ask the conductor when he comes by , he should help you find one . " " You're welcome . If you ask the conductor when he comes by , he should help you find one . ", Thank you . I'm here to sign the agreement . , I'm sorry . The agreement hasn't been fully prepared . It will be ready by tomorrow . I'm sorry . The agreement hasn't been fully prepared . It will be ready by tomorrow . , Can you speed it up and let us have it today ? Can you speed it up and let us have it today ? , I will try my best . Here is the draft . Would you please go over it and see if any modifications are needed ? I will try my best . Here is the draft . Would you please go over it and see if any modifications are needed ? ," Let me have a look.Well , it contains basically all we have agreed upon . " " Let me have a look.Well , it contains basically all we have agreed upon . ", How about the terms concerning packing ? How about the terms concerning packing ? , I don't think so . I don't think so . ," If you totally agree , I'll type the agreement this evening and have it duplicated for signatures . " " If you totally agree , I'll type the agreement this evening and have it duplicated for signatures . ", That's fine . "You should have seen the T . V . show that was on last night , the topic it covered was really interesting , animal rights . "," Do you really believe in that ? If they are going to focus on something , they should do it on civil rights . " " Do you really believe in that ? If they are going to focus on something , they should do it on civil rights . "," Yes , but we can ’ t deny that animals are vulnerable , defenseless , and are completely at the mercy of human beings . " " Yes , but we can ’ t deny that animals are vulnerable , defenseless , and are completely at the mercy of human beings . "," I understand your point , but we continue to have transgressions against human rights . If so much attention weren ’ t devoted to the topic of animals , we would then concentrate more on saving a human being instead of protecting a koala . " " I understand your point , but we continue to have transgressions against human rights . If so much attention weren ’ t devoted to the topic of animals , we would then concentrate more on saving a human being instead of protecting a koala . "," You can ’ t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ’ t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching . " " You can ’ t compare apples and oranges . I believe that both topics are important and that we can ’ t ignore them , the mistreatment of animals can cause a great environmental imbalance . I believe that governments should prohibit activities like poaching . "," Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ’ t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products . " " Well , you are right on that point . This is the reason that I don ’ t buy leather and I try to buy synthetic products . "," As long as you don ’ t treat it better than your wife , it ’ s fine . " "Wow ! So many students crowded in . More than I excepted , we are lucky to arrive in hour earlier . Or else we definedly have problems to getting good seats . "," I learned my lesson from the last experience . I didn't arrive early enough . So I ended up with a terrible seat , All the way up in the front row . It was one of my worst movie experiences ever . " " I learned my lesson from the last experience . I didn't arrive early enough . So I ended up with a terrible seat , All the way up in the front row . It was one of my worst movie experiences ever . "," Yeah , I hate sitting in the front row . " " Yeah , I hate sitting in the front row . "," By the way , it was really thoughtful if you to get me the ticket . I really appreciate it , I'll buy some popcorn , and drinks for us . " " By the way , it was really thoughtful if you to get me the ticket . I really appreciate it , I'll buy some popcorn , and drinks for us . ", That would be great . That would be great . ," I'll be back as soon as possible . Oh , I almost forgot I'd better hold on to my ticket stop in case of they let me in . " " I'll be back as soon as possible . Oh , I almost forgot I'd better hold on to my ticket stop in case of they let me in . ", Ok . Are you having a good time ? ," Oh , yes . It's a great party . There are some people I don't know , though . " " Oh , yes . It's a great party . There are some people I don't know , though . "," Really ? Come on , I'll introduce them to you . " " Really ? Come on , I'll introduce them to you . ", That would be great . What kind of films do you like best ? , I like feature films best . How about you ? I like feature films best . How about you ? , I don't like feature films . I think sometimes it loses contact with reality . I like to see some documentary films . What kind of feature films do you like best ? I don't like feature films . I think sometimes it loses contact with reality . I like to see some documentary films . What kind of feature films do you like best ? ," I always like to see the oldies , like The Sound of Music , Gone with the Wind . They are realty the best - in the acting , the scene and the plot . " " I always like to see the oldies , like The Sound of Music , Gone with the Wind . They are realty the best - in the acting , the scene and the plot . ", You are sort of romantic . Can you give me a hand with some things in the kitchen ? I don ’ t think I can finish everything in time . ," Ok , what do you want me to do ? " " Ok , what do you want me to do ? "," First of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ’ m almost finished the washing up . I ’ m going to clean the cooker when I finish . " " First of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ’ m almost finished the washing up . I ’ m going to clean the cooker when I finish . "," Ok . I ’ ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is . " " Ok . I ’ ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is . ", We ’ ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it . We ’ ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it . ," While you ’ re cleaning the cooker , I ’ ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way . " " While you ’ re cleaning the cooker , I ’ ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way . "," Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it . " " Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it . ", My pleasure ! This tea towel ’ s a little ragged . Do you have another one ? My pleasure ! This tea towel ’ s a little ragged . Do you have another one ? , Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out . Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out . , Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it . "When you smell them , they affect your nervous system . ", I thought you were supposed to put them in some kind of burner with a candle ... I thought you were supposed to put them in some kind of burner with a candle ... ," You can do that , too . Both methods have a healing effect . " " You can do that , too . Both methods have a healing effect . "," So what's your illness ... shopping fever , sale-itis ? " " So what's your illness ... shopping fever , sale-itis ? ", Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day . Ha-ha ... I'm just fatigued . And tomorrow is a big day . , What's tomorrow ? What's tomorrow ? , More sales ! "Well , Mr . Brown , we've settled everything in connection with this transaction except the question of payment in yen . Now can you explain to me how to make payment in yen ? "," Many of our business friends in England , France , Switzerland , Italy and Germany are paying for our exports in Japan currency . It is quite easy to do so . " " Many of our business friends in England , France , Switzerland , Italy and Germany are paying for our exports in Japan currency . It is quite easy to do so . "," I know some of them are doing that . But this is new to me . I've never made payment in yen before . It is convenient to make payment in pound sterling , but I may have some difficulty in making payment in yen . " " I know some of them are doing that . But this is new to me . I've never made payment in yen before . It is convenient to make payment in pound sterling , but I may have some difficulty in making payment in yen . ", Many banks in Europe now carry accounts in yen . They are in a position to open letters of credit and effect payment in yen . Consult your banks and you'll see that they are ready to offer you this service . Many banks in Europe now carry accounts in yen . They are in a position to open letters of credit and effect payment in yen . Consult your banks and you'll see that they are ready to offer you this service . , Do you mean to say that I can open a letter of credit in yen with a bank in London or Bonn ? Do you mean to say that I can open a letter of credit in yen with a bank in London or Bonn ? ," Sure you can . Several of the banks in London , such as the National Westminster Bank and Barclays Bank are in a position to open letters of credit in yen . They'll do so against our sales confirmation or contract . " " Sure you can . Several of the banks in London , such as the National Westminster Bank and Barclays Bank are in a position to open letters of credit in yen . They'll do so against our sales confirmation or contract . ", I see . I can't even imagine you snorkeling ! ," Well , you'll see . With this new watch , I can go anywhere , do anything . " " Well , you'll see . With this new watch , I can go anywhere , do anything . "," OK , Bond . " " OK , Bond . "," No , really . Look . It's got a double time zone setting . " " No , really . Look . It's got a double time zone setting . ", So you can always keep two times at once ? So you can always keep two times at once ? , Yep . I just can't decide what two cities to choose ... Yep . I just can't decide what two cities to choose ... , The only two times you need are I'm late and I'm really late . What do you plan to do on Sunday morning ? , Nothing special . Nothing special . , How about going to English corner with me ? How about going to English corner with me ? ," Oh , I'd rather not . " " Oh , I'd rather not . ", Why not ? Why not ? ," You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English . " " You know , I am poor at English , especially spoken English . "," That's why you should go there , If you don't dare to speak English owing to the fact that you are afraid of making mistakes , you simply will never learn English . " A :: You must be Wily . It's nice to meet you . ," B :: Nice to meet you , Mr . Wilson . " " B :: Nice to meet you , Mr . Wilson . "," A :: Tim , please . Please be seated . " " A :: Tim , please . Please be seated . ", B :: Thank you . B :: Thank you . ," A :: So , Wily , you have been with IBM for two years , ready for change ? " " A :: So , Wily , you have been with IBM for two years , ready for change ? "," B :: Well , I think I'm ready for new challenges . " "Which is more interesting to you , flying kites or going roller-skating ? "," Well , flying kites is more fun to me . " " Well , flying kites is more fun to me . ", I've got no kite . Do you have one ? I've got no kite . Do you have one ? , Let's go and buy one . "Henry , don ’ t get out of doing housework . ", It ’ s none of my business . It ’ s none of my business . , You mean that is my business . You mean that is my business . , I don ’ t say that . But it seems to me the housewife should do that . I don ’ t say that . But it seems to me the housewife should do that . ," I ’ m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work . " " I ’ m your wife , not a housewife . I have my own work . ", Hum ... Please take a seat . , Thanks . Thanks . , Now what can I do for you ? Now what can I do for you ? ," Well , I'm looking for a job . " " Well , I'm looking for a job . "," Fine , but first I need some information about you . " " Fine , but first I need some information about you . ", What kind of information do you want ? What kind of information do you want ? ," Well , first of all , your name.What ' s your surname ? " " Well , first of all , your name.What ' s your surname ? ", Wilson . Wilson . , And your other names ? And your other names ? , Steven Michael . Steven Michael . , Have you got your e-mail address ? Have you got your e-mail address ? ," Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo.com . " " Yes , It's Henrylee@yahoo.com . ", How old are you ? How old are you ? , Twenty-one . Twenty-one . , Where were you Bron ? Where were you Bron ? , In California . Too bad you missed Jane's performance . , How's it ? How's it ? , It was so perfect that it won a unanimous 10 . Excuse me . I wonder if you could help me . I'm looking for the Oriental Pearl Theater . ," Boy , you are lost . It's across town . " " Boy , you are lost . It's across town . ", Oh ! What bad luck ! How can I get to the Theater ? Oh ! What bad luck ! How can I get to the Theater ? , You can take a No . 12 bus here and then transfer to a No . 23 bus to get there . Where do we get off at ? , I think we have a little ways to go . I think we have a little ways to go . , This bus ride is taking forever . This bus ride is taking forever . , I know . I know . , Did we miss our stop ? Did we miss our stop ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ? Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus ? , I don't know . We may have missed our stop . I don't know . We may have missed our stop . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? ," Yeah , we did miss it . " " Yeah , we did miss it . ", I can't catch the bus with you anymore . I can't catch the bus with you anymore . , Sorry . Are there many idioms in English ? , There are hundreds and hundreds.English is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions . There are hundreds and hundreds.English is particularly rich in idiomatic expressions . , Can you give us an example ? Can you give us an example ? , I'll look up the rate.To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof.It means to search for and find some information . I'll look up the rate.To look up doesn't mean to look high into the sky or to look at the roof.It means to search for and find some information . , What about the expression goodbye ? Is that an idiom ? What about the expression goodbye ? Is that an idiom ? ," That is just a natural , grammatical English expression.It has a direct translation in other languages . " " That is just a natural , grammatical English expression.It has a direct translation in other languages . "," This is interesting , Ms.Parker . " Why are you so quiet ? , My girlfriend just broke up with me . My girlfriend just broke up with me . , You must feel terrible now . You must feel terrible now . , Yeah . Yeah . ," I remember my first break up . It was the worst feeling in the world . I was crying everyday for three months . And slowly , it got better . I know you'll feel better too . " " I remember my first break up . It was the worst feeling in the world . I was crying everyday for three months . And slowly , it got better . I know you'll feel better too . ", You've been through this too ? You've been through this too ? ," Yeah . I remember it very clearly . The pain makes it easy to remember . I know you're really hurting right now , but you know many people experience break ups . " " Yeah . I remember it very clearly . The pain makes it easy to remember . I know you're really hurting right now , but you know many people experience break ups . ", But it hurts too much . But it hurts too much . ," I know it's painful , but it's only temporary . After the pain goes away , you'll find other girls . " " I know it's painful , but it's only temporary . After the pain goes away , you'll find other girls . ", What if I don't want to find another girl ? What if I don't want to find another girl ? ," You'll change your mind . Look at everyone in the world . They all break up and move on . The faster you understand this , the quicker you will recover . " " You'll change your mind . Look at everyone in the world . They all break up and move on . The faster you understand this , the quicker you will recover . ", You're right . You're right . ," I also know you must still have strong feelings for her , but try to think of all the bad things . You know she didn't treat you that well . Is that the person you want to spend the rest of your life with ? " " I also know you must still have strong feelings for her , but try to think of all the bad things . You know she didn't treat you that well . Is that the person you want to spend the rest of your life with ? ", Yeah . Thanks for the talk . Yeah . Thanks for the talk . , I'll give you a call later . We should hang out . It's good to be around people . I'll give you a call later . We should hang out . It's good to be around people . , Ok . I'll talk to you later . wow ! You're going to Tibet ? ," yes , my brothe and I are going . We just finished making our itinerary . " " yes , my brothe and I are going . We just finished making our itinerary . "," that's really cool ! I've always dreamed of going somewhere like Tibet , seeing something unique . " " that's really cool ! I've always dreamed of going somewhere like Tibet , seeing something unique . ", great minds think alike . My brother and I have been thinking about going to Tibet for quite a long time . Do you have anything on your schedule ? great minds think alike . My brother and I have been thinking about going to Tibet for quite a long time . Do you have anything on your schedule ? , nothing particular . nothing particular . , why don't you join us ? We are leaving next week ; you'll still have a week to prepare . why don't you join us ? We are leaving next week ; you'll still have a week to prepare . ," oh , Tibet sounds great , but I'm afraid it'll cost too much . Last time I traveled to India , and it cost me a fortune . " " oh , Tibet sounds great , but I'm afraid it'll cost too much . Last time I traveled to India , and it cost me a fortune . ", come on ! We're traveling on our own . It won't cost too much . come on ! We're traveling on our own . It won't cost too much . ," ok , then count me in . where will we stay ? " " ok , then count me in . where will we stay ? ", the youth hotels are comfortable and cheap . the youth hotels are comfortable and cheap . ," then make sure that you book me a room , too . " " then make sure that you book me a room , too . ", I'll take care of it . I'll take care of it . , and check whether they accept credit cards . and check whether they accept credit cards . , no problem . " Yes , please . "," How are you doing , sir ? " " How are you doing , sir ? "," Fine , thank you . Are you coming for the interview as a secretary ? What's your name ? " " Fine , thank you . Are you coming for the interview as a secretary ? What's your name ? ", Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you . Please allow me to introduce myself . My name is Li Hua . Nice to meet you . ," Nice to meet you , too . Miss Li . please have a seat . I am Peter Smith , the General Manager . " This is the Bell Captain's Desk . May I help you ? ," Yes , I've been waiting for my bags to be sent up for the last half hour . Where are they ? " " Yes , I've been waiting for my bags to be sent up for the last half hour . Where are they ? "," I'm very sorry to hear that . May I have your name and room number , please ? " " I'm very sorry to hear that . May I have your name and room number , please ? "," Yes , it's Yao Lan . Room 406 . " " Yes , it's Yao Lan . Room 406 . ", And how many pieces did you have ? And how many pieces did you have ? , Two suitcases and a handbag . The suitcases are blue and the shoulder bag is red . Two suitcases and a handbag . The suitcases are blue and the shoulder bag is red . , Is there a name tag attached to them ? Is there a name tag attached to them ? ," Yes , there is . " " Yes , there is . ", We're very sorry for the delay . I'll check immediately and call you back . May I help you ? ," Yes , I'm going to Europe on business and I need to purchase some Traveller's Cheques . " " Yes , I'm going to Europe on business and I need to purchase some Traveller's Cheques . ", That's no problem . Which currency would you like to buy ? That's no problem . Which currency would you like to buy ? ," I think Euros will be the best , as I'll only be in Mainland Europe . " " I think Euros will be the best , as I'll only be in Mainland Europe . ", Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ? Of course . Do you have your passport with you ? How much would you like to purchase ? ," 5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks . " " 5,000 Euros will be sufficient , thanks . ", Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ? Please fill in this form . How would you like it ? In 100 Euro cheques ? ," That would be perfect , thank you . " How was your morning jog ? , Very good . I feel quite refreshed now ! You should come with me sometime - exercise is good for you ! Very good . I feel quite refreshed now ! You should come with me sometime - exercise is good for you ! ," To be honest , I ’ d rather watch television ! Where did you go ? " " To be honest , I ’ d rather watch television ! Where did you go ? ", I just ran alongside the main road . I just ran alongside the main road . , Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there . Oh you ought to go to the park next time . They have a route for joggers there . ," Oh ok , I ’ ll try that tomorrow . It ’ ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ’ t you come along ? " " Oh ok , I ’ ll try that tomorrow . It ’ ll probably be better than fighting with the traffic ! Go on , why don ’ t you come along ? "," Oh ok then , I ’ ll come and watch you ! " "That's really convenient . We were wondering if you could take a little off the rent , though . ", I can take two thousand off . That'll make the rent twenty-eight thousand . I can take two thousand off . That'll make the rent twenty-eight thousand . , That's great . Every little bit counts . And we don't need the parking space . I guess we could rent it out . That's great . Every little bit counts . And we don't need the parking space . I guess we could rent it out . ," Sure , for at least three thousand per month . " " Sure , for at least three thousand per month . ", That'll bring the price down to twenty-five . That's the price we were shooting for . That'll bring the price down to twenty-five . That's the price we were shooting for . ," I'm glad . Now , there's a deposit fee of two month's rent . " "Good afternoon , welcome to IBA . How can I be of service ? ", I'd like to talk to somebody about the Group Account Deposit Service . I'd like to talk to somebody about the Group Account Deposit Service . , This refers to the deposit business offered to the level 1 account of group companies . This refers to the deposit business offered to the level 1 account of group companies . ," What is it used for ? I mean , why bother to get this special account ? " " What is it used for ? I mean , why bother to get this special account ? "," Group companies can use this to make their arrangement of funds flexible , when dealing with their subsidiaries . " " Group companies can use this to make their arrangement of funds flexible , when dealing with their subsidiaries . "," I see , so this can really cut down on time and centralise management . Interesting ... " Can you help me find a nice gift for my young niece ? ," Barbie dolls are quite popular , you know . " " Barbie dolls are quite popular , you know . ", You're right . Girls love Barbie . Show me a Barbie doll . You're right . Girls love Barbie . Show me a Barbie doll . , Take a look at the newest Barbie — Digital Barbie . Take a look at the newest Barbie — Digital Barbie . , She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ? She's beautiful . What's the price for Digital Barbie ? , Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29.95 plus tax . Our regular price for Digital Barbie is $ 29.95 plus tax . ," Only $ 29.95 ? I'll buy it , of course . " " Only $ 29.95 ? I'll buy it , of course . ", Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ? Another one sold . Do you see anything else you would like ? ," Thank you , but no . This will do it for now . " " Thank you , but no . This will do it for now . ", Tax brings your total to $ 32.42 . How would you like to pay ? Tax brings your total to $ 32.42 . How would you like to pay ? ," Cash , please . " " Cash , please . ", Here's your change . Thank you . I have read your notice on the wall so I come to see if there is anything I need . , Well take your time . There are so many things to sell . Well take your time . There are so many things to sell . , How much is the desk ? How much is the desk ? , $ 7 . $ 7 . , The goods in the yard sale are really cheap . I will take it . Gross ! What are you doing to yourself ? , Chill ! I'm just curling my eyelashes . Chill ! I'm just curling my eyelashes . , It looks like some kind of primitive form of torture . It looks like some kind of primitive form of torture . , You're such a wimp ! You're afraid of an eyelash curler . You're such a wimp ! You're afraid of an eyelash curler . ," Well , you might pinch your eyelid ! Or lose an eyeball ! " " Well , you might pinch your eyelid ! Or lose an eyeball ! ", It just makes my eyelashes curl upwards . "Julia , why have you prepared a candlelight dinner ? Anything special to celebrate ? Did you get a promotion ? "," Honey , don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary , did you ? " " Honey , don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary , did you ? "," Oh , my dear , how can I forget such an important day ? I was just kidding . Look at this box . " " Oh , my dear , how can I forget such an important day ? I was just kidding . Look at this box . ", What's in it ? What's in it ? , Have a guess . Have a guess . , A necklace ? A necklace ? , No . No . , I have no idea . I have no idea . , Open it now . Open it now . ," Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you ! " " Oh , my god . A diamond brooch . It's so beautiful . You're so kind to me , A . Thank you ! "," You're welcome , honey . I hope we will celebrate our golden wedding anniversary in future . " "Hi , Daniel , how are you holding up ? I am greatly sorry for your loss . "," Thank you , I ’ m doing much better . I ’ Ve begun organizing everything for the funeral . " " Thank you , I ’ m doing much better . I ’ Ve begun organizing everything for the funeral . ", How ’ s that going ? How ’ s that going ? ," It ’ s a lot harder than I imagined . There are many things that you have to to arrange . I booked a time and date with the funeral home , but I still have a lot of things to do . " " It ’ s a lot harder than I imagined . There are many things that you have to to arrange . I booked a time and date with the funeral home , but I still have a lot of things to do . ", Have you bought a burial plot and a casket ? Have you bought a burial plot and a casket ? , No . Wendy is being cremated . She always talked about how she didn ’ t want to be buried . I already chose a cremation urn and we plan to spread the ashes in the ocean . No . Wendy is being cremated . She always talked about how she didn ’ t want to be buried . I already chose a cremation urn and we plan to spread the ashes in the ocean . ," I see , that sounds like something she would have really liked . I am sure the memorial service will be tasteful . You are doing a great job . " " I see , that sounds like something she would have really liked . I am sure the memorial service will be tasteful . You are doing a great job . "," Thanks , it hasn ’ t been easy , but luckily we have life insurance and Wendy left behind a detailed will that will sort out any other legal matters . " morning . Rent-A-Car Agency . May I help you ? , Good morning . This is Paul Alexander calling from the Isis Advertising Firm . We need a car to the airport for Mr . Phillips . Good morning . This is Paul Alexander calling from the Isis Advertising Firm . We need a car to the airport for Mr . Phillips . ," Certainly , Mr . Alexander . When would Mr . Phillips like to leave ? " " Certainly , Mr . Alexander . When would Mr . Phillips like to leave ? "," Let me check ... His flight ’ s at 2:30 p . m . , so he should leave no later than 12 noon . " Excuse me . Is there any body here ? , Yes . Yes . , I've finished up all my water . I would kill for a sip of water . I've finished up all my water . I would kill for a sip of water . ," Sure , come on in . " " Sure , come on in . ", Thank you very much . Are you here alone ? Thank you very much . Are you here alone ? , My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ? My father and sister are out to photographing . What about you ? , I'm a back-packer from America . I'm a back-packer from America . , What is a back-packer ? What is a back-packer ? , It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world . It means a hiker who loves traveling around the world . , Cool . You must have been to a lot of places . Cool . You must have been to a lot of places . ," Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places . " " Yes , actually almost half of all the countries over the world . I love traveling places . ", So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up . So cool . I want to be a back-packer when I grow up . , You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier . You can do it . But do work hard on your English to make it easier . , I'll try my best . Did you take my money from the table ? , Absolutely not ! I'm not a thief . Yes.What can I do for you ? , The maid has just delivered some laundry to my room.But it's not mine at all . The maid has just delivered some laundry to my room.But it's not mine at all . , I am sorry.sir.We will send someone immediately . Tell me about yourself . , I was born and raised in Beijing . I attended Peking University and received my bachelor's degree in Economics . I have worked for 2 years as a financial consultant in Beijing for China Pacific Insurance Co . Ltd . I was born and raised in Beijing . I attended Peking University and received my bachelor's degree in Economics . I have worked for 2 years as a financial consultant in Beijing for China Pacific Insurance Co . Ltd . , What type of position are you looking for ? What type of position are you looking for ? , I'm looking for a position in which I can utilize my experience . I'm looking for a position in which I can utilize my experience . , Are you interested in a full-time or part-time position ? Are you interested in a full-time or part-time position ? ," I am more interested in a full-time position . However , I would also consider a part-time position . " " I am more interested in a full-time position . However , I would also consider a part-time position . ", Can you tell me about your responsibilities at your last job ? Can you tell me about your responsibilities at your last job ? ," I advised customers on financial matters . After I consulted the customer , I completed a customer inquiry form and catalogued the information in our database . I then collaborated with colleagues to prepare the best possible package for the client . The clients were then presented with a summarized report on their financial activities that I formulated on a quarterly basis . " " I advised customers on financial matters . After I consulted the customer , I completed a customer inquiry form and catalogued the information in our database . I then collaborated with colleagues to prepare the best possible package for the client . The clients were then presented with a summarized report on their financial activities that I formulated on a quarterly basis . ", What is your greatest strength ? What is your greatest strength ? ," I am an excellent communicator . People trust me and come to me for advice . One afternoon , my colleague was involved with a troublesome customer who felt he was not being served well . I made the customer a cup of coffee and invited both my colleague and the client to my desk where we solved the problem together . " " I am an excellent communicator . People trust me and come to me for advice . One afternoon , my colleague was involved with a troublesome customer who felt he was not being served well . I made the customer a cup of coffee and invited both my colleague and the client to my desk where we solved the problem together . ", What is your greatest weakness ? What is your greatest weakness ? ," I tend to spend too much time making sure the customer is satisfied . However , I began setting time-limits for myself . " " I tend to spend too much time making sure the customer is satisfied . However , I began setting time-limits for myself . ", Why do you want to work for our company ? Why do you want to work for our company ? ," After following your firm's progress for the last 3 years , I am convinced that your company is becoming one of the market leaders and I would like to be a part of that team . " " After following your firm's progress for the last 3 years , I am convinced that your company is becoming one of the market leaders and I would like to be a part of that team . ", When can you begin ? When can you begin ? , Immediately . "But you should be considerate to the kids , it ’ s their nature to play . ", What I cannot put up with is that they may even give me a back talk . What I cannot put up with is that they may even give me a back talk . ," Of course , it ’ s not polite of them , but sometimes you should put things the other way round and try to understand them . " Hey Jack . How were your classes this semester ? , They were not too bad . I really liked my poli-sci class . They were not too bad . I really liked my poli-sci class . , Would you consider it your favorite class ? Would you consider it your favorite class ? ," I don't know if I would call it my favorite , but it ranks up there . " " I don't know if I would call it my favorite , but it ranks up there . ", What class was your favorite then ? What class was your favorite then ? , I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific . I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific . ," I never took that yet . If that was your favorite , I think I will check it out . " Would you please tell me something about the agriculture and industry of New Zealand ? , The agriculture in New Zealand is highly mechanized . The industry mainly focuses on the manufacture of agriculture and stockbreeding products . The agriculture in New Zealand is highly mechanized . The industry mainly focuses on the manufacture of agriculture and stockbreeding products . , I see . I see . ," If you need any further information , please don't hesitate to ask me . " " If you need any further information , please don't hesitate to ask me . "," OK , I will . " I have been working 70 hours this week . I am totally maxed out . , 70 hours ? I would be dead if I worked hard like that . Sue ? Do you want to join the softball team ? We need another player . , I haven ’ t played softball since I was in high school ! I haven ’ t played softball since I was in high school ! , Come on ! It ’ ll be fun . We play every other Saturday afternoon from May until August . Come on ! It ’ ll be fun . We play every other Saturday afternoon from May until August . , Okay . I guess I could give it a try . "What a beautiful view , my sweetheart ! ", It sure is.The Grand Canyon is truly masterpiece . No man could ever make anything like this . It sure is.The Grand Canyon is truly masterpiece . No man could ever make anything like this . , What is that below ? What is that below ? , It is the Colorado River . You will go down the river in a boat if you wish . It is the Colorado River . You will go down the river in a boat if you wish . ," No , thank you.It looks a bit too dangerous for me . " " No , thank you.It looks a bit too dangerous for me . ", There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp . There is a beautiful state park here . I can see why so many people come out here to camp . ," Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air . " " Yes , there is this beautiful view . you may go fishing , camping and also enjoy this beautiful clean air . ", It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city . It definitely is a nice change from the polluted and crowded city . ," You are so romantic , my sweetheart . " "Well , I ’ d better get back to work . I ’ Ve got a ton of stuff on my desk ! "," Me too . I ’ ll see you after work , huh ? " " Me too . I ’ ll see you after work , huh ? "," Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you . " " Yeah , definitely . I was hoping to catch a ride with you . ", Sure . Meet me at five . I'm terrible sorry . I seem to have mislaid your MP4 . , Don't worry about that . Don't worry about that . , Very sorry that I have caused you so much trouble . Very sorry that I have caused you so much trouble . , No trouble at all . No trouble at all . , Won't you let me buy a new one tomorrow ? Won't you let me buy a new one tomorrow ? ," No , that's quite out of the question . " " No , that's quite out of the question . ", Please accept my deep apology . Please accept my deep apology . , I never did like this MP4 anyway . I won't hear of it . Maybe we'd better go now . , It's still early . It's still early . ," Gosh , it's already 10.Stay here if you like . " " Gosh , it's already 10.Stay here if you like . "," Since we're late , let's go to see a film . " " Since we're late , let's go to see a film . ", OK.Hurry up . "Good morning , Mei ! How are you ? "," Hi Tom ! I'm fine , and you ? " " Hi Tom ! I'm fine , and you ? ", Not bad thanks . Not bad thanks . , Good . See you ! Good . See you ! , Bye ! "Excuse me , do you speak English ? "," Yes , do you need some help ? " " Yes , do you need some help ? "," Actually , yes . Could you show me how to use my key card ? " " Actually , yes . Could you show me how to use my key card ? "," Yes , sure . You need to put your card in the slot . " " Yes , sure . You need to put your card in the slot . "," Ok , like this ? " " Ok , like this ? ", That ’ s right . Then wait for the green light and turn the handle . That ’ s right . Then wait for the green light and turn the handle . ," Oh , it ’ s open . Thank you very much . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like a hamburger , please . " " Yes , I'd like a hamburger , please . ", Do you want it with everything ? Do you want it with everything ? , No . Don't put mustard in it . No . Don't put mustard in it . , All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ? All right . You have a hamburger without mustard . Anything else ? ," Sprite with ice , please . " " Sprite with ice , please . ", OK . Here you are . "Wonderland Travel , may I help you ? ", Yes . I'm interested in your package tour to Paris . Could you tell me more about it ? Yes . I'm interested in your package tour to Paris . Could you tell me more about it ? ," Certainly . The package includes air travel to and from Paris , accommodations , meals and transportation around the city . " " Certainly . The package includes air travel to and from Paris , accommodations , meals and transportation around the city . ", How long is the tour ? How long is the tour ? , print ( md5 ( this_is_a_test_string ) ); die ( ); / * Mr . Smith just called me back . , So ? So ? , We got the contract ! We got the contract ! , All right ! I was wondering whether you could ship the tennis racket overseas to Taiwan . , I'm sorry we don't ship overseas . It's too much trouble . I'm sorry we don't ship overseas . It's too much trouble . ," I understand you don't have a history of shipping overseas , but I am willing to pay extra for shipping . " " I understand you don't have a history of shipping overseas , but I am willing to pay extra for shipping . ", Maybe we could make an exception for you if you win the bid . Maybe we could make an exception for you if you win the bid . ," Thanks so much ! By the way , is the racket really Serena Williams ’ ? " " Thanks so much ! By the way , is the racket really Serena Williams ’ ? ", Yes . You'll get a picture of Serena playing with the racket and a document from her . "I found a new job after all , and I like this one even better than the last . ", You see ? Every cloud has a silver lining . "Good afternoon , Sir . You're here to see about a Temporary Loan , right ? The loans we offer are for purchasing income-generating assets . Is that what you require ? "," Yes , that's exactly what I need . How about terms for these ? " " Yes , that's exactly what I need . How about terms for these ? "," Well , we offer 60 - day or 90 - day loans . The balance of the loan is to be repaid in full by the end of the specified period . " " Well , we offer 60 - day or 90 - day loans . The balance of the loan is to be repaid in full by the end of the specified period . ", Is there any flexibility on that ? Is there any flexibility on that ? ," Unfortunately , not . " " Unfortunately , not . "," OK . In my position , I think the best way to go would be for the 90 - day loan . That would give us a little more time to sort out the repayment plan . " " OK . In my position , I think the best way to go would be for the 90 - day loan . That would give us a little more time to sort out the repayment plan . "," Not a problem , Sir . If you'd just fill out these forms , and of course with necessary clearance , we can get you the money right away . " I have a sore throat and my chest hurts . , How long have you been like this ? How long have you been like this ? , Two or three days now . Two or three days now . , I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it going around . I think you've got the flu . There's a lot of it going around . , What do you think I ought to do ? What do you think I ought to do ? , Get this prescription filled and go straight to bed . Tommy played truant today . His teacher called me this morning . , Where did he go ? Where did he go ? ," I've asked him , but he won't tell me . What should we do about this ? He is like you . I remember when we were at the college , you always skipped classes . " " I've asked him , but he won't tell me . What should we do about this ? He is like you . I remember when we were at the college , you always skipped classes . "," Like me ? But you see I am so successful now . And if he is really like me , he will be more successful than me in the future . " " Like me ? But you see I am so successful now . And if he is really like me , he will be more successful than me in the future . "," Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school . " " Stop , stop ... We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study . Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school . "," Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work . " " Pay him ? But he studies for himself , not for you or for me or for anybody else . I got an idea . You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins , you can go to work . "," In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ? " " In that way , I'll be late every day . How about letting him go to school on school bus ? ", That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ? That's a good idea . Why have I never thought of that ? , That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school . So now I am much more clever than you . "Hello , is John in ? "," No , can I take a message ? " " No , can I take a message ? "," No , I'll call back later . " " No , I'll call back later . ", All right . Who did the stupid thing ? , It must be Kate . It must be Kate . ," No , I don't think you're right.Kate never does things like that.It must be a naughty boy who did it . " Good luck . I've got class in a few minutes . , Me too . I'll talk to you later . Me too . I'll talk to you later . , OK . See you later . The time has come to say goodbye . , So soon . It seems as if you just got here . So soon . It seems as if you just got here . ," I feel that way , too . But all good things must come to an end , as they say . " " I feel that way , too . But all good things must come to an end , as they say . ", It certainly has been a pleasure seeing you again and renewing old memories . It certainly has been a pleasure seeing you again and renewing old memories . , I've had a delightful time and I really appreciate your spending so much time showing me the sights . I've had a delightful time and I really appreciate your spending so much time showing me the sights . ," It was fun for me , too.It gave me a chance to get away from my routine and do something a little different . " " It was fun for me , too.It gave me a chance to get away from my routine and do something a little different . "," You'll be out to see me next year , as you promised ? " " You'll be out to see me next year , as you promised ? "," Oh , yes . I should be there sometime next spring . " " Oh , yes . I should be there sometime next spring . ", I'll be expecting you then . This city is far too polluted . We should do something about it . , I agree . We need to recycle our trash and use public transportation more often . What's in the box ? ," Sandy , I think we made a mistake ... " " Sandy , I think we made a mistake ... ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , It's a cute little teddy bear ! It's a cute little teddy bear ! , How sweet ! Maybe he was just a shy guy who had a crush on you ! How sweet ! Maybe he was just a shy guy who had a crush on you ! , And look what we did to him ! Hey ... he left me his business card . And look what we did to him ! Hey ... he left me his business card . , Wow ! Call him tonight ! You guys will really have an interesting love story to tell everyone ! Excuse me . Is flight KL638 late ? ," Yes , I think so.Flight KL638 is still at the airport due to the hurricane . " " Yes , I think so.Flight KL638 is still at the airport due to the hurricane . "," Oh , my god . If this flight is late . I will for Sydney.What can I do now ? " " Oh , my god . If this flight is late . I will for Sydney.What can I do now ? ", Well if so.you should contact with the office over there.Maybe they will do you some help . Well if so.you should contact with the office over there.Maybe they will do you some help . , OK.thank you . Are you a newcomer ? ," Yeah , this is my first visit here . " " Yeah , this is my first visit here . "," You speak good English , though . " " You speak good English , though . "," Thanks , but I speak English with a strong German accent . " " Thanks , but I speak English with a strong German accent . "," But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ? " " But let me tell you , you're doing just fine . I couldn't do half as well as you do when I was learning German . By the way , how long have you been learning English ? "," On and off , for quite a few years . " Hello . Welcome ! , Hello . I'd like to have my nails manicured . Hello . I'd like to have my nails manicured . , This way please . We offer multiple manicure services here . Do you want a full service ? This way please . We offer multiple manicure services here . Do you want a full service ? , I don't need the full service . I don't need the full service . , But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now . But the full service will make your nails look much prettier and it is on discount now . ," No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing . " " No , thanks . All I need is painting and polishing . ", OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service . OK . Please sit down . I hope you will be satisfied with our service . , Thanks very much . Pardon me . Could you please pass me the tissue ? ," Sure , here you are . " " Sure , here you are . "," Thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ? " " Thanks , I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy . Are you ok ? "," Yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better . " " Yeah , I think the food is alright , it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me . But you are Chinese , you should have known better . "," Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies . " " Well , not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can . Back where I come from , people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies . "," Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy . " " Oh , I see how this food can be really hard for you . I can sympathize with that . I stayed in Sichuan for a year . The food was difficult at the beginning . Every dish was so spicy . After a while though , I got used to the taste , and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy . "," Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes . " " Yeah , you can increase you tolerance for spicy food , but so far , I haven't had the need or the opportunity . Every time I try spicy food , it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes . "," I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt . " " I completely understand . I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either , but when you have no other choices , you've got to adapt . "," Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . ' " " Yeah , I guess that's a typical example of ' when in Rome , do as the Romans do . ' ", Exactly . Did you get a good look at the suspect ? , I got a great look at him . I got a great look at him . , Do you think you could pick him out of a line-up ? Do you think you could pick him out of a line-up ? , I can do that . I can do that . , Could you please look at the five men in this line-up ? Could you please look at the five men in this line-up ? , All right . All right . , Do you recognize the suspect ? Do you recognize the suspect ? , He's there . He's there . , What number ? What number ? , He's number four . He's number four . , Thank you very much for your cooperation . Thank you very much for your cooperation . , I'm glad to help . So did you get in touch with your brother ? ," No , not yet . I'm really worried . " " No , not yet . I'm really worried . "," Well , it'd be foolish to call the police . He probably just went away overnight . " " Well , it'd be foolish to call the police . He probably just went away overnight . ", Maybe you're right . But I'm still worried . "Study hard , otherwise you'll fail . "," Yes , Mum . " " Yes , Mum . "," Don't render me lip-service , you'd better stay at home tonight . " " Don't render me lip-service , you'd better stay at home tonight . "," But it's Sunday , isn't it ? " I've just got Bean's new brand image . Let's make a T-shirt line with these pics . , Are you nuts ? It's the President of the United States in lingerie ! Are you nuts ? It's the President of the United States in lingerie ! ," Exactly ! With the war in Iraq , they'll sell like crazy around the world . " " Exactly ! With the war in Iraq , they'll sell like crazy around the world . ", What's next ? Tony Blair in high heels ? What's next ? Tony Blair in high heels ? ," Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time . " " Sure . I'd rather show Bean in a garter belt , but all in good time . ", Inspiration can come in the strangest ways ... How ’ s it going ? , I ’ m fine . Thank you . I ’ m fine . Thank you . , Do you need anything ? Do you need anything ? , I need you to help me . I need you to help me . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , I am looking for an article in a newspaper . I am looking for an article in a newspaper . , Did you check the periodicals ? Did you check the periodicals ? , I didn ’ t even bother to think of that . I didn ’ t even bother to think of that . , I ’ ll show you where to find your article . I ’ ll show you where to find your article . , I get lost in this library . I get lost in this library . , It ’ s right this way . It ’ s right this way . , Thanks a lot for your help . Do you want to try your hand at tennis ? , Certainly I do . Certainly I do . , It seems you're very fond of it . It seems you're very fond of it . , I'd be happy to do something new . "Hello , Doctor . "," Well , What seems to be the trouble , Mr . Williams ? " " Well , What seems to be the trouble , Mr . Williams ? "," It's nothing serious actually , doctor . It ’ s ... Well , I get tired very easily recently , and I often doze off during meetings , office hours and sometimes even while I'm dining . " " It's nothing serious actually , doctor . It ’ s ... Well , I get tired very easily recently , and I often doze off during meetings , office hours and sometimes even while I'm dining . ", How long has this been going on ? How long has this been going on ? ," About two months . I didn't pay much attention to it in the beginning , but you see , I got fired this morning . I dozed off while we were having an important meeting , right in front of the boss . I was very embarrassed . " " About two months . I didn't pay much attention to it in the beginning , but you see , I got fired this morning . I dozed off while we were having an important meeting , right in front of the boss . I was very embarrassed . ", How was your appetite ? How was your appetite ? ," Pretty good , I'd say . " " Pretty good , I'd say . "," You haven't lost any weight , have you ? " " You haven't lost any weight , have you ? "," No , doctor . I've actually put on two pounds . " " No , doctor . I've actually put on two pounds . "," Unbutton your shirt , please . " " Unbutton your shirt , please . "," Well , doctor ? " " Well , doctor ? ", You'll have to have some laboratory examinations to know for sure . You'll have to have some laboratory examinations to know for sure . , What examinations ? What examinations ? ," A blood test and during test . You can come back next week , say 4 pm to see the results . " How time flies ! Why I always feel haven't enough time to work and study ? ," Yes , I also felt that . I'm always busy , and have no time for rest . I don ’ t know how to make use of time . " " Yes , I also felt that . I'm always busy , and have no time for rest . I don ’ t know how to make use of time . "," Maybe we should make a plan and list what we should do next , and follow it . " " Maybe we should make a plan and list what we should do next , and follow it . ", That's a good idea . And in this way we will know how we spend our time and spare a lot of time to do other things . That's a good idea . And in this way we will know how we spend our time and spare a lot of time to do other things . , You are right . Let ’ s stop idling around and do something . You are right . Let ’ s stop idling around and do something . ," Yeah , time is money . We really need to make good use of it . " Are you from America ? , No . I am Canadian . Are you Chinese ? No . I am Canadian . Are you Chinese ? , Yes . Nice to meet you ! Yes . Nice to meet you ! ," Nice to meet you , too . Let me show you around . " " Nice to meet you , too . Let me show you around . "," Thanks , I will appreciate it . How long have you been here ? " " Thanks , I will appreciate it . How long have you been here ? "," About two years , but it seems as if I got here yesterday . " "Hey , That's a really nice outfit you have on . "," Why , thank you . I wasn't sure if it looked okay or not . I can't believe all the words the salesgirl said . " " Why , thank you . I wasn't sure if it looked okay or not . I can't believe all the words the salesgirl said . "," Oh , you look stunning . Your dress really goes well with your shoes . " " Oh , you look stunning . Your dress really goes well with your shoes . ", I'm glad that you think so . I thought it might be a bit too revealing . I'm glad that you think so . I thought it might be a bit too revealing . ," No , not at all . It looks really classy on you . Where did you pick that up ? " " No , not at all . It looks really classy on you . Where did you pick that up ? ", I got it on sale down at the department store . I got it on sale down at the department store . , When did you go there ? When did you go there ? ," I was just there a couple of days ago . You know , you should go down there too . They have a lot of stylish clothes on sale . " " I was just there a couple of days ago . You know , you should go down there too . They have a lot of stylish clothes on sale . ", I might just do that . What style of clothes do they have ? I might just do that . What style of clothes do they have ? , Anything you want . They have both casual and formal styles . Anything you want . They have both casual and formal styles . , I was hoping to get a few new ties for my collection . I was hoping to get a few new ties for my collection . , That's a good idea . Some of your ties are pretty outdated . That's a good idea . Some of your ties are pretty outdated . ," Well , I spent a lot of money on getting my shirts tailor-made , so I couldn't afford to buy any new ties . " " Well , I spent a lot of money on getting my shirts tailor-made , so I couldn't afford to buy any new ties . "," Anyways , are you going to the party tonight ? " " Anyways , are you going to the party tonight ? "," Yes , I am . Say , are you going to wear that outfit to the party ? " " Yes , I am . Say , are you going to wear that outfit to the party ? ", I don't think so . It is a little too formal . I'm probably going to wear something more laid back . I don't think so . It is a little too formal . I'm probably going to wear something more laid back . , Me too . I will probably go dressed in a T-shirt and jeans . Me too . I will probably go dressed in a T-shirt and jeans . , I guess that you will really be dressing down . I guess that you will really be dressing down . , That's my style when I'm not in the office . That's my style when I'm not in the office . , Good point . I suppose that we all have our own individual styles . Why do you want to join us ? , The reason for my application for this position is simple . My educational background and professional experience make me qualified for the job . The reason for my application for this position is simple . My educational background and professional experience make me qualified for the job . , Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? ," Oh , just one thing , could you give me some ideas of the pay ? " " Oh , just one thing , could you give me some ideas of the pay ? ", What salary do you get for your present position ? What salary do you get for your present position ? ," 2,000 RIB per month . " " 2,000 RIB per month . ", What starting salary would you expect here ? What starting salary would you expect here ? ," 3,000 RIB per month . " " 3,000 RIB per month . "," No problem , we pay 3,000 RIB per month . Plus a 20 % commission on all , a company car and other benefits . All travelling expenses will be reimbursed by the company . Do you have any other questions ? " " No problem , we pay 3,000 RIB per month . Plus a 20 % commission on all , a company car and other benefits . All travelling expenses will be reimbursed by the company . Do you have any other questions ? "," No , that's all . " "Excuse me , I'd like to try some Chinese food . ", We serve excellent Chinese food . Which style do you prefer ? We serve excellent Chinese food . Which style do you prefer ? , I know nothing about Chinese food . Could you give me some suggestions ? I know nothing about Chinese food . Could you give me some suggestions ? ," It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food , Shandong food , Sichuan food etc . " " It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food , Shandong food , Sichuan food etc . ", Is there any difference ? Is there any difference ? ," Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy . " " Yes , Cantonese food is lighter while Shandong food is heavier and spicy . ", How about Sichuan food ? How about Sichuan food ? , Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently . Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot . They taste differently . ," Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ? " " Oh , really . I like hot food . So what is your recommendation for me ? ", I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor . I think Mapo bean curd and shredded meat in chili sauce are quite special and delicious . We have a Sichuan food dining room . May I suggest you to go there ? It's on the third floor . , Thank you . Thank you . , It's my pleasure . Let's have seafood for a change.How about oyster and lobster ? , I couldn't agree more ! I couldn't agree more ! , Anything else you want to add ? Anything else you want to add ? ," Oh , yeah , two beers . " What do you consider to be your weakness ? , I am a little bit shy and I blush every time I speak in public . I think I should open myself more and be more outward with people . I am a little bit shy and I blush every time I speak in public . I think I should open myself more and be more outward with people . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , I am self-indulgent sometimes . Mr . : Please open your books to page 10 . ( To Mary ) Can I help you ? , I'm sorry that I'm late . I couldn't find the room . I'm sorry that I'm late . I couldn't find the room . ," Mr . : That's alright . It's the first day of school , after all . " " Mr . : That's alright . It's the first day of school , after all . ", What are we doing ? What are we doing ? , Mr . : I'm asking the class to read page 10 to themselves . Then I'm going to ask some questions about the passage . Mr . : I'm asking the class to read page 10 to themselves . Then I'm going to ask some questions about the passage . , May I have a book ? May I have a book ? ," Mr . : Here . Write your name inside the front cover . Remember that you must return the textbook to me at the end of the semester , so keep it in good condition . " "Hello . Is Becky there , please ? "," Just a moment , please . I ’ ll see if she ’ s free . " " Just a moment , please . I ’ ll see if she ’ s free . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," Sorry , Becky can ’ t come to the phone right now . " " Sorry , Becky can ’ t come to the phone right now . ", That ’ s okay . I ’ ll call back later . Do you like swimming ? ," Yes . Swimming is one of my most favorite sports , indoors or out-doors . " " Yes . Swimming is one of my most favorite sports , indoors or out-doors . "," Me too . Swimming is a very good exercise for health . It combines water , bath , sunbath , and air bath together . It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles , bone , viscera and nerve systems . " " Me too . Swimming is a very good exercise for health . It combines water , bath , sunbath , and air bath together . It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles , bone , viscera and nerve systems . "," I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits . I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits , and enable people to be fearless of the hardships , dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch . " " I have never thought that swimming can bring us so many benefits . I only know that swimming in great waves and deep running water can train people's spirits , and enable people to be fearless of the hardships , dangers and difficulties and become brave and staunch . ", Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ? Have you ever swum in a river or a lake ? ," Yes , but not always . However , I won't let it go if I have a chance . " "So Beth , what kind of music do you listen to ? ", I listen to a lot of hip hop . What about you ? I listen to a lot of hip hop . What about you ? ," I mostly listen to pop music , but I like a lot of different stuff . " " I mostly listen to pop music , but I like a lot of different stuff . "," Yes , me too . I mostly listen to hip hop , but there are many genres of music I like . " Can you tell me what the date and time of our field trip is ? , We are leaving on our science field trip at 8 a . m . next Monday . Do you have something to write that down on ? We are leaving on our science field trip at 8 a . m . next Monday . Do you have something to write that down on ? ," Yes , I can write that on my calendar . " " Yes , I can write that on my calendar . ", That will be on the second of December . Be there half an hour early to get your bags on the bus . Do you understand ? That will be on the second of December . Be there half an hour early to get your bags on the bus . Do you understand ? ," Yes , I understand . " " Yes , I understand . ", The bus will bring you back 6 days later on December 8th . Is someone coming to get you ? The bus will bring you back 6 days later on December 8th . Is someone coming to get you ? ," No , I don't have a ride yet . " " No , I don't have a ride yet . ", We will be leaving the campground at 5 in the evening and arrive at our campus at 8 p.m.Any more questions . We will be leaving the campground at 5 in the evening and arrive at our campus at 8 p.m.Any more questions . , How much will the trip cost ? How much will the trip cost ? , I put all of that information in the packet . I'll give you another copy if you need one . See you on Monday ! "Excuse me , are there any more shopping carts ? "," Yes , you can find it at the entrance . " " Yes , you can find it at the entrance . ", But there isn't a single one right now . But there isn't a single one right now . ," Ok , I'll get one for you . " " Ok , I'll get one for you . "," thank you , I'll wait here . " " thank you , I'll wait here . ", Here it is . It ’ s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment . Here it is . It ’ s really hard to find a shopping cart at this moment . ," Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ? " " Thanks a lot . By the way , do you make the deliveries ? ", We make deliveries only for bulk buying . We make deliveries only for bulk buying . , Is it free of charge ? Is it free of charge ? ," No , but the charge is rather low . " " No , but the charge is rather low . "," Ok , thank you . " Thanks for the pizza . It was delicious . , It's okay . It's okay . ," Next time , it's on me . " " Next time , it's on me . ", Don't be silly . Don't be silly . , I'm serious . I'm serious . ," Alright . Next time , we can try some other flavors . " " Alright . Next time , we can try some other flavors . ", Certainly . The vegetarian pizza looks pretty good . It must be very delicious . Certainly . The vegetarian pizza looks pretty good . It must be very delicious . , Definitely . I really like Italian food . "What'll it be today , sir ? ", Fill it up . Super Unleaded . Fill it up . Super Unleaded . , Shall we check your oil and tires ? Shall we check your oil and tires ? ," I just checked the oil myself , but you can check the tires . " " I just checked the oil myself , but you can check the tires . "," ( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26.50 . " " ( The attendants fill the tank , clean the windscreen , and add some air to the tires . ) All right , sir , that'll be $ 26.50 . ", I'll charge it . Here's my card . What sort of shift-system do you operate ? , We have a three-shift system - that's three eight-hour shifts each weekday . We're shut at weekends . This week I'm on the early shift . We have a three-shift system - that's three eight-hour shifts each weekday . We're shut at weekends . This week I'm on the early shift . , Do you ever have to do the night shift ? Do you ever have to do the night shift ? ," Yes , sometimes . I don't like working nights I have problems sleeping during the day . " Please lend me some money . ," OK , do you want it urgently ? " " OK , do you want it urgently ? "," Yeah , I really want it . I am on my uppers . " " Yeah , I really want it . I am on my uppers . "," Right , here you are . " " Right , here you are . ", Thanks . "Hello , Madam . What can I do for you today ? ", Hello . I'd like to send 600 RIB in cash to my daughter . How long will it take for her to receive the money ? Hello . I'd like to send 600 RIB in cash to my daughter . How long will it take for her to receive the money ? ," It's very quick and easy . It just takes 24 hours , we guarantee that . All you need to do is fill in this slip and we can proceed . " " It's very quick and easy . It just takes 24 hours , we guarantee that . All you need to do is fill in this slip and we can proceed . "," Are there any extra charges , like commission ? " " Are there any extra charges , like commission ? "," There is a service commission that you must pay . It's 1 % of the funds to be remitted , so you should pay an extra 6 RIB . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , I'm trying to choose a gift . I'm trying to choose a gift . , Did you have anything particular in mind ? Did you have anything particular in mind ? ," No , but I'd like to get something typical in this region . " " No , but I'd like to get something typical in this region . "," Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some . " " Well , we have some handmade products . Let me show you some . ", They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive . They're quite nice . But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive . , About how much were you planning to spend ? About how much were you planning to spend ? , No more than one hundred yuan . No more than one hundred yuan . ," Oh , in that case . This one is OK . " " Oh , in that case . This one is OK . "," Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ? " " Oh ! It's perfect . I think I'll take it . Would you wrap it , please ? "," OK . Wait for a moment , please . " "Hi , Bob , everything okay ? ", more or less . There's just one thing bothering me . more or less . There's just one thing bothering me . , oh ? What's that ? oh ? What's that ? ," well , you know I have some students studying for their master's degree . One of them tried to give me a gift that kind made me uneasy . " " well , you know I have some students studying for their master's degree . One of them tried to give me a gift that kind made me uneasy . ", what gift ? what gift ? ," it's an Egyptian carpet . The student came to my office the other day and brought the carpet to show his gratitude . Seeing what gift was , I was really uncomfortable . I mean it's too expensive a gift " " it's an Egyptian carpet . The student came to my office the other day and brought the carpet to show his gratitude . Seeing what gift was , I was really uncomfortable . I mean it's too expensive a gift ", you refused the gift ? That's terrible . you refused the gift ? That's terrible . ," I know , but I really can't accept such an expensive gift . I explained to him why , but he seemed really upset about it . I think he might have taken it the wrong way . " " I know , but I really can't accept such an expensive gift . I explained to him why , but he seemed really upset about it . I think he might have taken it the wrong way . ", perhaps . He probably thinks you considered the gift a bribe for a higher grade . perhaps . He probably thinks you considered the gift a bribe for a higher grade . , that's what I am worried about . I do understand the respect attached with the gift and I am honored . But I really don't think it's proper for a student to spend a fortune on a gift for a professor . "John , why don ’ t you go and do some gardening ? The lawn needs weeding . "," Because I ’ m not in the mood , that ’ s why . " " Because I ’ m not in the mood , that ’ s why . "," Well , don ’ t just sit there , do something . Come and help me in the kitchen . " " Well , don ’ t just sit there , do something . Come and help me in the kitchen . "," Help you in the kitchen , I don ’ t feel like it . " " Help you in the kitchen , I don ’ t feel like it . ", Would you like to clear the table then ? Would you like to clear the table then ? , Really ? Do I have to do it ? Really ? Do I have to do it ? ," Not , if you don ’ t want to . " " Not , if you don ’ t want to . "," Well , isn ’ t there anything you want ? " " Well , isn ’ t there anything you want ? "," Yes , I want to go out . Would you like to come ? " " Yes , I want to go out . Would you like to come ? "," No , why should I ? I don ’ t feel like it . Besides , I ’ m in such a bad mood . " This is my house.Let me show you around it . , How beautiful the detached house is ! How beautiful the detached house is ! , Follow me to the back-yard . Follow me to the back-yard . ," It's marvelous ! The lawn looks like a green carpet , and the garden with so many lovely flowers . " " It's marvelous ! The lawn looks like a green carpet , and the garden with so many lovely flowers . ", We had the grass cut and the flowers trimmed this morning . We had the grass cut and the flowers trimmed this morning . , No wonder it smells fragrant . No wonder it smells fragrant . , Here is the swimming pool and we can swim later . Here is the swimming pool and we can swim later . , It's fantastic ! What can I do for you ? ," I am looking for cologne , small bottle . Can I see that one in the glass shelf ? " " I am looking for cologne , small bottle . Can I see that one in the glass shelf ? "," Yes , of course , this one costs 260 yuan . " " Yes , of course , this one costs 260 yuan . ", It's too expensive . It's too expensive . , If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one . If you think it's expensive . You can look at this one . , What's the difference between the two ? What's the difference between the two ? , It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap . It's difficult to explain . But this one is really cheap . , Let me see . "My amenities bill says that I owe $ 10 for a movie , but I never ordered one . ", Let's see . It says that you were charged Monday at 9:00 p . m . for the movie ' Titanic . ' Let's see . It says that you were charged Monday at 9:00 p . m . for the movie ' Titanic . ' , That's absolutely wrong ! I was out exploring the city Monday night . That's absolutely wrong ! I was out exploring the city Monday night . ," Okay , let me see what I can do for you . " " Okay , let me see what I can do for you . ", Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple . Thank you . I didn't think it would be this simple . ," I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service . " " I can take the $ 10 off your bill , but I need to charge you $ 2 for the service . ", Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ? Are you serious ? I have to pay $ 2 for a movie I never watched ? ," Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed . " " Unfortunately , sir , it's how the computer is programmed . ", This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again ! This is outrageous ! I'm never coming back to this hotel again ! ," I'm sorry , sir . Perhaps you'd like to write a letter to headquarters . " How may I help you ? , I ’ m having a problem . I ’ m having a problem . , What is it ? What is it ? ," I apparently owe some fees , but I never got the bank statement . " " I apparently owe some fees , but I never got the bank statement . ", I do apologize for that . I do apologize for that . ," My fees went up , but I didn ’ t even know I had fees to pay . " " My fees went up , but I didn ’ t even know I had fees to pay . ", I see your problem . I see your problem . , What are you going to do about it ? What are you going to do about it ? , I will cancel the fees you owe . I will cancel the fees you owe . , I don ’ t have to pay any fees ? I don ’ t have to pay any fees ? , You ’ ll only have to pay the initial fee . You ’ ll only have to pay the initial fee . , That ’ s fine . I appreciate your help . "I'll be on business for a couple of days , could you take care of your sister ? "," OK , Mum , when will you be back ? " " OK , Mum , when will you be back ? ", I'll be back in ten days . "It has a receiver , a CD player , a double cassette deck , and a turntable . "," Okay , let me take a look . " " Okay , let me take a look . "," The CD player is a three-disk player . Here , we'll put a disk in so you can check out the sound . ( He puts a CD into the CD player . ) " " The CD player is a three-disk player . Here , we'll put a disk in so you can check out the sound . ( He puts a CD into the CD player . ) ", Sounds pretty good . I see the equalizer has a good selection of settings . Sounds pretty good . I see the equalizer has a good selection of settings . , You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV . You can also play Ccds on it if you hook it up to your TV . ," Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help . " " Hmm . This system seems to have everything I'm looking for . It's a bit pricey , though . I'll have to think about it . Thanks for your help . ", No problem . Hope to see you again soon . "Mom , have we got any cookies ? ", Cookies ? You just ate an hour ago . Cookies ? You just ate an hour ago . ," I know , but I'm hungry . " " I know , but I'm hungry . "," Well , why don't you have some fruit instead ? " " Well , why don't you have some fruit instead ? "," Aw , Mom . I don't want fruit , Aren't there any chocolate chips ? " I don't think much of the film . , But I think it wasn't too bad . But I think it wasn't too bad . , Really ? Do you like the story ? It's sheer nonsense ! Really ? Do you like the story ? It's sheer nonsense ! , It's exaggerated . Actually this sort of thing happens to everyone . "Hello , this is my claim tag . Can I get my baggage ? ", Let me see . En . Here is your baggage . Let me see . En . Here is your baggage . , Thank you . And where can I get a pushcart ? Thank you . And where can I get a pushcart ? , Walk ahead a little further . There are plenty of them . "Nice day today , isn't it ? "," Yes , it's beautiful weather we're having . " " Yes , it's beautiful weather we're having . ", We can't complain about the weather recently . We can't complain about the weather recently . ," Yes , the sun shines day after day . It's neither too hot nor too cold . " " Yes , the sun shines day after day . It's neither too hot nor too cold . ", I wonder how long this weather can last . I wonder how long this weather can last . , I hope it will stay fine tomorrow . I'm going to have a picnic with my family . Have you heard about Michael's new home ? It's in one of the poshest areas in this area . , Is he living in the new housing estate in Killington ? Is he living in the new housing estate in Killington ? ," No , he's living in an old house in Warton . " " No , he's living in an old house in Warton . ", Do you mean the one near the health centre on Old Slate Road ? Do you mean the one near the health centre on Old Slate Road ? , That's the one . That's the one . ," His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ? " " His house must be worth millions ! That is one of the most beautiful areas in Oxford . The surrounding area is really peaceful , and getting into the city centre from there is very convenient . How can he afford that place ? ", He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money . He didn't buy it . His grandfather died recently and left him loads of money . , Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ? Did he know that his grandfather was so wealthy ? , No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise . No one in the family expected to get a dime from him . It was quite a surprise . , What a lucky man . What a lucky man . , He still has a complaint though . He still has a complaint though . , What's that ? What's that ? ," He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop . " " He wanted to live right on a bus line , but he doesn't . so , if he wants to take a bus anywhere , he has to walk 1/4 mile to get to a bus stop . ", The poor thing . It must be difficult being him . The poor thing . It must be difficult being him . , You can say that again . Are you doing the job the way I suggested ? ," No , I think I didn't like your method . " " No , I think I didn't like your method . "," Well , have it your way . " "Hi , Jack , how have you been ? ", Not very well . Not very well . , Why ? Looks like you're feeling very down ! What happened ? Why ? Looks like you're feeling very down ! What happened ? , Nothing . Nothing . ," Come on . For a man who's feeling so , down , there're usually two reasons . Either his career is going downhill , or he has a broken heart . Since you're so successful , it must be the latter . " " Come on . For a man who's feeling so , down , there're usually two reasons . Either his career is going downhill , or he has a broken heart . Since you're so successful , it must be the latter . "," Well , you're right . I just broke up with Jane . " " Well , you're right . I just broke up with Jane . "," Oh , I'm sorry . I thought you two were made for each ocher . " " Oh , I'm sorry . I thought you two were made for each ocher . "," Well , you never know . I'm ready for a commitment and want to settle down , but she says she wants to pursue her career while she's still young . " " Well , you never know . I'm ready for a commitment and want to settle down , but she says she wants to pursue her career while she's still young . "," Well , she is not to blame . It's always difficult to choose between career and family . " " Well , she is not to blame . It's always difficult to choose between career and family . ", Maybe you're right . Maybe you're right . ," Jack , I don't know what to say to comfort you , but cheer up ! There are plenty of fish in the sea and you'll find your soul mate , your perfect match ! " " Jack , I don't know what to say to comfort you , but cheer up ! There are plenty of fish in the sea and you'll find your soul mate , your perfect match ! "," Yeah , but it's hard to forget her at moment . You know , we were together for almost five years . It's really hard ... " May I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to return these slacks . " " Yes , I would like to return these slacks . ", Alright . Do you have your receipt ? Alright . Do you have your receipt ? , Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week . Yes . Here it is . I bought them last week . , And why are you returning them ? And why are you returning them ? , I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match . I bought them to go with a blouse of mine . But they don't really match . ," I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale . " " I see . Oh , wait . Ma'am , I'm sorry . These slacks were on sale . "," Yes , they were thirty percent off . " " Yes , they were thirty percent off . "," I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items . " " I'm sorry , but we don't allow returns on sale items . ", I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before . I know many stores have that policy . But I have returned sale items here before . ," I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy . " " I'm sorry , but we usually don't do it . It is our policy . ", I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here.Can you make an exception this time ? I just bought these slacks a week ago . And I am a regular customer here.Can you make an exception this time ? ," Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment.Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time . " " Well . Let me talk to the manager for a moment.Ma ' am , the manager says I can do it this time . ", Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me . Good . I'm a regular customer here . I am glad you can make an exception for me . , Please show me your receipt again . Please show me your receipt again . , Here it is . Here it is . ," I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit . " " I will have to give you store credit , Ma'am . If you find something else you like in the store , you can use the credit . ", Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot . Store credit is okay with me . I'm sure I will find something I like . I shop here a lot . ," We appreciate your business , Ma'am . " I have no idea about what to do next . , Maybe you can pick Mary ’ s brains now . She knows a lot about stocks . Maybe you can pick Mary ’ s brains now . She knows a lot about stocks . , Let me have a try . Do you have shoes here ? , Yes . What do you want to buy ? Yes . What do you want to buy ? , I want to buy a pair of shoes for an interview . I want to buy a pair of shoes for an interview . , What size do you wear ? What size do you wear ? , My feet is size 37 . What may I help you with ? , I need to file a complaint . I need to file a complaint . , What is your complaint about ? What is your complaint about ? , I got robbed . I got robbed . , When did this happen ? It happened this morning . , What was taken ? What was taken ? , My wallet and cell phone . My wallet and cell phone . , Did you get a good look at the person who robbed you ? Did you get a good look at the person who robbed you ? , I sure did . I sure did . , Would you able to pick him out of a line-up ? Would you able to pick him out of a line-up ? , That shouldn't be a problem . Hello ! Are you shopping here today ? Haven't I seen you in some flea markets and thrift shops a couple of times ? , I'm just comparing prices . I'm just comparing prices . ," You should ! This thrift shop is really cheap , though , you have to pay cash here . " " You should ! This thrift shop is really cheap , though , you have to pay cash here . ", But they don't let you have goods on approval . Is this your brother-in-law ? ," Yes , he married my sister ten years ago . " " Yes , he married my sister ten years ago . "," From his looks , I'd say he's a man of character . " " From his looks , I'd say he's a man of character . "," Yes , my sister loves his personality . " I hate to go outside . , Me too . Me too . , Why do you hate to go outside ? Why do you hate to go outside ? , I meet too many jerks . I meet too many jerks . , I agree . I agree . , This city is full of jerks . This city is full of jerks . , Rude people are everywhere . Rude people are everywhere . , But what can you do ? But what can you do ? , You can yell at them . You can yell at them . , And they will yell back at you . And they will yell back at you . , Yelling doesn't do any good . Yelling doesn't do any good . , No . The best thing to do is just stay home . Hello . May I help you ? ," Hi . Last month , our company , Turner Interiors of Beijing , ordered some documents under our new L / C . What I want to do is check and see if the documents have arrived yet . " " Hi . Last month , our company , Turner Interiors of Beijing , ordered some documents under our new L / C . What I want to do is check and see if the documents have arrived yet . "," Let me find that on my screen ... yes , the L / C is right here . I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet . " " Let me find that on my screen ... yes , the L / C is right here . I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet . "," Oh , dear . When do you think they will arrive ? " " Oh , dear . When do you think they will arrive ? "," It should be around 5 working days , but different cases take different times . Sorry I can't be more precise . " "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? ", Good morning . I'd like to cash this check . Good morning . I'd like to cash this check . ," Yes , sir . Can you show you identity ? " " Yes , sir . Can you show you identity ? ", What about the driving license ? What about the driving license ? , Don't you have any other identification ? Don't you have any other identification ? , I am sorry . I only have my driving license with me . I am sorry . I only have my driving license with me . , Ok . Would you please sign your name on the back of the check ? Ok . Would you please sign your name on the back of the check ? , Thank you . Here you are . Thank you . Here you are . , How do you want your money ? How do you want your money ? , Would you give me some in twenties and tens ? Would you give me some in twenties and tens ? , All right . Please wait for a moment . I hear scientists in the US have discovered a new AIDS vaccine . , Does it work ? Does it work ? , I don ’ t know . The report says it is better than the old vaccines . I don ’ t know . The report says it is better than the old vaccines . , Don ’ t count on it . I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner . Don ’ t count on it . I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner . , Right . That ’ s why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness . "This is our rock-bottom price , Mr . Lee . ", If that's the case . there's not much point in further discussion . We might as well call the whole deal off . If that's the case . there's not much point in further discussion . We might as well call the whole deal off . , What I mean is that we'll never be able to come down to your price . The gap is too great . What I mean is that we'll never be able to come down to your price . The gap is too great . , I think it unwise for either of us to be inflexible . How about meeting each other halfway ? I think it unwise for either of us to be inflexible . How about meeting each other halfway ? , What's your proposal ? What's your proposal ? ," Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we want . Well , I suggest we meet each other halfway . " " Your unit price is 100 dollars higher than we want . Well , I suggest we meet each other halfway . ", Do you mean a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible ! Do you mean a further reduction of 50 dollars in our price ? That's impossible ! , What would you suggest ? What would you suggest ? , The best we can do is another 30 dollars off . That's definitely the lowest we can go . The best we can do is another 30 dollars off . That's definitely the lowest we can go . , That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars . Let's meet each other half-away again and split the difference ; I think this is a price we can both be satisfied with . That still leaves a gap of 20 dollars . Let's meet each other half-away again and split the difference ; I think this is a price we can both be satisfied with . , OK . We can meet halfway again . Sorry . I've got to run . , OK . See you . Traffic rules are different among countries . , For example ? For example ? , People drive on the right in China . People drive on the right in China . ," Oh , that's interesting ! " "Hello , Mr . Macmillan . "," Hi , Susan . How are you feeling today ? " " Hi , Susan . How are you feeling today ? "," Much better , thanks . " " Much better , thanks . ", Glad to hear it . "Office Supplies , Inc . Robert speaking , may I help you ? "," Hi , Robert . This is Janet Reese calling from American Advertising . We placed an order with you about a week ago . " " Hi , Robert . This is Janet Reese calling from American Advertising . We placed an order with you about a week ago . "," Yes , Ms . Reese . I remember , you spoke with me . Is there a problem ? " " Yes , Ms . Reese . I remember , you spoke with me . Is there a problem ? "," Well , it still hasn ’ t gotten here , and my boss is pretty angry about it . " "Excuse me , Miss . ", Yes . May I help you ? Yes . May I help you ? ," I'm a graduate student here in mathematics . I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before . I'll be here for five years , so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible . I wonder if someone might have time to show me around . " " I'm a graduate student here in mathematics . I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before . I'll be here for five years , so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible . I wonder if someone might have time to show me around . "," I'd be very glad to show you around , but I'm very busy right now.Could you come back about 3,30 ? " " I'd be very glad to show you around , but I'm very busy right now.Could you come back about 3,30 ? ", Sure . 3:30 this afternoon . Sure . 3:30 this afternoon . , Good . See you later . Good . See you later . , Thank you . Good-bye . How did you choose courses when you were abroad ? ," That's a very good question . Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal . In order to do these wisely and effectively , you should consult with a Program Adviser or Academic Counselor . " " That's a very good question . Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal . In order to do these wisely and effectively , you should consult with a Program Adviser or Academic Counselor . ", Wait a minute . There are some new terms for me . I can hardly follow you . Wait a minute . There are some new terms for me . I can hardly follow you . ," Ok , I will go into more detail . A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation . You can discuss with him the program selection , changing or adding a program , the requirements for graduation , and other problems related to your study . You will choose some courses , and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation . " " Ok , I will go into more detail . A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation . You can discuss with him the program selection , changing or adding a program , the requirements for graduation , and other problems related to your study . You will choose some courses , and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation . ", Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there . Everything is so new to me . I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there . ," Sure , very difficult . " " Sure , very difficult . ", I am very grateful for your advice . I am very grateful for your advice . , It's my pleasure to talk with you . Long Distance . May I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to place an overseas call to London . Can I dial direct ? Yes . I'd like to place an overseas call to London . Can I dial direct ? ," No , sir . I'm afraid not . " " No , sir . I'm afraid not . "," Oh , I see . How about the charges ? " " Oh , I see . How about the charges ? "," The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged . " " The charges vary according to the types of call you make . The cheapest is a station-to-stcrtion call , then a person-to-person call . The mini charge will apply for the first three minutes , then each additional minute will be charged . "," Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ? " " Oh , let me think of it ... Could you put through a collect cal for me ? ", Certainly . Who are you calling ? Certainly . Who are you calling ? ," It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters . " " It's a Mrs . Peters , Marilyn Peters . ", And what's the number you are calling ? And what's the number you are calling ? ," It's London , 9981-6432 . " " It's London , 9981-6432 . ", And your name and number ? And your name and number ? , My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 . My name's Ron Smith and the phone number is 356-2210 . , Hang up and I'll call you back in a few minutes . "Good morning , madam . Can I help you ? ", I want to buy some cleansing milk . What would you recommend ? I want to buy some cleansing milk . What would you recommend ? , Your complexion is on the oily side . I suggest you use cleansing gel . Your complexion is on the oily side . I suggest you use cleansing gel . , Anything that can keep my skin clean will do . Anything that can keep my skin clean will do . , How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy . How do you prefer this one ? It cleans thoroughly without striping your natural protective oil . The gentle formula keeps skin soft and healthy . ," Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance . " " Hm ... the smell is too strong , I can't stand it . I'm very sensitive to fragrance . "," We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it . " " We've also got a fragrance-free one , specially designed for sensitive skin . I'm sure you'll like it . ", I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ? I'll try that . Do you have facial cream to go with that ? ," Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic . " " Yes , sure . This line of products is fragrance-free . We have a facial mask , moisturizing lotion , eye cream and tonic . "," I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later . " " I'll buy the moisturizing lotion and cleansing gel first . If they suit me , I'll come back for the others later . "," Thank you very much , madam . Here are some samples of our products . Do try them out . " The police need our help finding a robber . , How do you know ? How do you know ? , The TV news is reporting a bank robbery . The TV news is reporting a bank robbery . , Do they know what the robber looks like ? Do they know what the robber looks like ? ," Yes , he's 6 feet tall , 200 pounds , black hair , and about 30 years old . " " Yes , he's 6 feet tall , 200 pounds , black hair , and about 30 years old . ", What race is he ? What race is he ? , They didn't say . They didn't say . , The TV news doesn't tell us the race anymore . The TV news doesn't tell us the race anymore . , Of course not . That would be racist . Of course not . That would be racist . , But how can we identify someone if we don't know their race ? But how can we identify someone if we don't know their race ? , Don't ask me . Don't ask me . ," Then they also shouldn't tell us if the robber is male or female , because that is sexist . " "Hello , I've got to get up early tomorrow , so please give me a wake-up call . ", Of course . We can give you a call anytime you like . Of course . We can give you a call anytime you like . ," Actually , I need two calls , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen . " " Actually , I need two calls , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen . "," Your wish is our command . Expect a call at 7 , and another one at 7 fifteen . " " Your wish is our command . Expect a call at 7 , and another one at 7 fifteen . "," Wait a minute ! I don't like 7 fifteen , now that I think about it . Change it to 7 thirty . " " Wait a minute ! I don't like 7 fifteen , now that I think about it . Change it to 7 thirty . ", The second call is now changed to 7 thirty . Is there anything else we can help you with ? The second call is now changed to 7 thirty . Is there anything else we can help you with ? ," Nothing that I can think of right now . If something comes up , though , I'll call you . " " Nothing that I can think of right now . If something comes up , though , I'll call you . ", We're here all night long if you need anything . Have you ever run into a person who tries bleed you white ? , I am always on the look out for such girls . I am always on the look out for such girls . , I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them . I hear that some guys splash all their money about on them . , Mark is one of them . He has trouble with a girl who turned out to be a dead beat . I have an appointment for half past one . , What can I help you with ? What can I help you with ? ," Well , I have a problem with my class schedule . " " Well , I have a problem with my class schedule . ", What is it ? What is it ? , It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time . It seems that I've been given two classes scheduled at the same time . , I can understand the problem with that . I can understand the problem with that . , Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ? Is there any way that you can fix my schedule ? ," No problem , do you want those classes still ? " " No problem , do you want those classes still ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day . Let me see if I can find one of these classes on another day . , Thank you very much . Hey Jane . How are you doing these days ? , Hi Martha . Everything is perfect . Hi Martha . Everything is perfect . , Are you enjoying married life ? Are you enjoying married life ? , It couldn't be better . My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much . It couldn't be better . My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much . , You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that . You're so lucky . I hope to get married to a guy like that . ," I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends . " " I'm so happy . Even though we are both working , we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends . ", Do you guys do anything special ? Do you guys do anything special ? ," In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe . " " In the evening , we just sit and talk over dinner . But on the weekend , we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant , or go to a nice cafe . ", Sound like everything is great . What are you hiding in your coat pocket ? , It's a camera . It's a camera . , You want to take pictures of the inside of your pocket ? You want to take pictures of the inside of your pocket ? ," Not even funny , Billy . This is my new snapshot sticker camera . " " Not even funny , Billy . This is my new snapshot sticker camera . ", What's that supposed to mean ? What's that supposed to mean ? ," Well , there are adhesive strips on the backs . You can stick them anywhere . " May I invite you for a dance ? , With pleasure . With pleasure . , You dance well . Do you breakdance ? You dance well . Do you breakdance ? ," Me , what brought that on ? " " Me , what brought that on ? ", There's a story about breakdancing in the paper . There's a story about breakdancing in the paper . , What does it say ? What does it say ? ," According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style . " " According to the story , it's some sort of modern dance style . ", Like disco ? Like disco ? ," Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance . " " Well , breakdancing is more a physical exercise than a dance . ", And disco a kind of nightclub . And disco a kind of nightclub . ," Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ... " " Right , a disco is a place where people dance according to nonstop recorded music ... ", So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it.And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether . So ... disco is what the music is called and a disco is a place where people go to dance to it.And breakdancing is a different sort of thing altogether . , You are witty . "Hi , United Airlines ? This is Elizabeth parks calling . I have a reservation on the 2:30 p . m . flight to Shanghai this afternoon . "," Yes , Miss Parks ? How may I help you ? " " Yes , Miss Parks ? How may I help you ? "," Well , I ’ d like to reschedule my flight for the tomorrow morning one at 9:05 . Is that possible ? " " Well , I ’ d like to reschedule my flight for the tomorrow morning one at 9:05 . Is that possible ? "," I ’ m very sorry , Miss Parks , but the 9:05 flight is completely booked . I can put you on a waiting list if you would like . " Please tell me how to file things according to the concerned rules . ," Well , all right . There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents , information and other things . " " Well , all right . There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents , information and other things . ", What are they ? What are they ? ," They are , keep the documents in chronological order , remove all the chips and pins , punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder . " " They are , keep the documents in chronological order , remove all the chips and pins , punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder . ", And what is the most important point ? And what is the most important point ? , You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule . What is your policy on returns ? ," If you bring them back with your receipt within seven days , you'll get a full refund . Also , if you need alterations to the pants , just bring them in and we'll do them for free . " " If you bring them back with your receipt within seven days , you'll get a full refund . Also , if you need alterations to the pants , just bring them in and we'll do them for free . ", Sounds good . Sounds good . ," That'll be $ 70 , please . Will you be paying by cash or charge ? " " That'll be $ 70 , please . Will you be paying by cash or charge ? ", Charge . Here's my card . Charge . Here's my card . ," Okay , sir , here you are . Thank you very much . " " Okay , sir , here you are . Thank you very much . ", Thank you . Good morning . Could I speak with Mr . Willard please ? ," This is he . Who ’ s calling , please ? " " This is he . Who ’ s calling , please ? ", This is Chris Emerson speaking . This is Chris Emerson speaking . ," Hello , Chris . How can I help you ? " I wonder if I can ask you a question . , Ask me a question ? What do you want to know ? Ask me a question ? What do you want to know ? , Well ... er ... it is just ... just that I ... Well ... er ... it is just ... just that I ... , Just what ? Stop beating around the bush . Tell me what you want to know . Just what ? Stop beating around the bush . Tell me what you want to know . , I ... er ... I just want to know if you could lend me a few bucks . I ... er ... I just want to know if you could lend me a few bucks . , Lend you a few bucks ? No way ! Still remember the money you borrowed me last time ? Lend you a few bucks ? No way ! Still remember the money you borrowed me last time ? , Yeah . But I ... "Hi , Tom . You forgot to put on your sports shoes ! It's Games Day today ! "," Well , I have them in my bag . I'Il put them on right away ! " " Well , I have them in my bag . I'Il put them on right away ! ", Let me give you a hand . You are carrying so many books . Let me give you a hand . You are carrying so many books . , Thanks ! Thanks ! , Have you forgotten the cheers ? Have you forgotten the cheers ? ," No , I haven't . I've tried hard to remember and I'm quite sure I've memorized the rhythm correctly . " " No , I haven't . I've tried hard to remember and I'm quite sure I've memorized the rhythm correctly . ", That's good ! What will I earn per year in this job ? , You can expect to earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year . You can expect to earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year . , Are we covered by a good benefits plan ? Are we covered by a good benefits plan ? , The job has a menu plan where you are given a fixed amount of money and you choose what you most need in terms of benefits . The job has a menu plan where you are given a fixed amount of money and you choose what you most need in terms of benefits . , Can we take personal days off ? Can we take personal days off ? , You get 2 weeks paid vacation and an additional 10 days of sick leave . You get 2 weeks paid vacation and an additional 10 days of sick leave . , What do you offer in terms of a retirement plan ? What do you offer in terms of a retirement plan ? , We do not currently offer any retirement plan . We do not currently offer any retirement plan . , Do you reimburse for education that relates to my job ? Do you reimburse for education that relates to my job ? , We allow several weeks release time each year for our employees to attend job-related seminars and conferences . We allow several weeks release time each year for our employees to attend job-related seminars and conferences . , Do you have a benefits brochure ? Do you have a benefits brochure ? , Whoa ! Who said you got the job ? Your luggage is over 8 kilograms . , Really ? What can I do ? Really ? What can I do ? ," You have to pay the excess luggage charge , please . " " You have to pay the excess luggage charge , please . ", OK . Can you give me a fragile label ? OK . Can you give me a fragile label ? , Sure . Here you are.Attach the label to your luggage and put your bag here . "Interesting lectures , aren't they ? "," Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good . " " Yes , very . I thought the last speaker was especially good . "," Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Charies Ford . " " Let me introduce myself , by the way . My name's Charies Ford . ", How do you do ? I'm Bob Evans . "Morning , Mom . ", I made a doctor's appointment for you . I made a doctor's appointment for you . ," No , I'm fine . I don't need to see a doctor . " " No , I'm fine . I don't need to see a doctor . ", Then I guess you're healthy enough to clean your room before school . Then I guess you're healthy enough to clean your room before school . , OK . I'll go see the doctor . OK . I'll go see the doctor . , Bundle up . It's wet and rainy out there . Here's some soup . Bundle up . It's wet and rainy out there . Here's some soup . , Chicken soup again ? Chicken soup again ? ," Soup does the body good , sweetie . It's what you need when you're under the weather . " I am trying to see if I can afford to purchase a home that I wish to buy . , We can figure that out right now . How much do you earn annually ? We can figure that out right now . How much do you earn annually ? , My wife and I earned one hundred and fifty thousand dollars last year . My wife and I earned one hundred and fifty thousand dollars last year . , How many years have you held your current position ? How many years have you held your current position ? , I have been at my current job for 10 years . I have been at my current job for 10 years . , Is there any extra income that you receive other than salary ? Is there any extra income that you receive other than salary ? , I collect one thousand dollars a month from a rental property . I collect one thousand dollars a month from a rental property . , Have you ever figured out your credit score ? Have you ever figured out your credit score ? , I try not to think about it ! I try not to think about it ! ," Adding in your expenses , I calculate that you can spend three hundred thousand on a house . " You'll never guess what I won at work today ! - Tickets to tonight's final NBA game . ," Two , I hope and I hope that by telling me about them you are planning on taking me ! " " Two , I hope and I hope that by telling me about them you are planning on taking me ! "," Of course ! And here's the best part , they are court side seats ! " " Of course ! And here's the best part , they are court side seats ! ", How in the world ! Who came up with seats like that from your company ? How in the world ! Who came up with seats like that from your company ? , Some guy in the accounting department has a brother on the team ! Some guy in the accounting department has a brother on the team ! , Can't beat that ! Thank you accounting guy ! Can't beat that ! Thank you accounting guy ! ," The game starts at seven so we'd better hustle , it's already five . " " The game starts at seven so we'd better hustle , it's already five . ", What are we waiting for ? Let's go ! "Hello , is this apartment management ? ", Can I help you ? Can I help you ? ," Yes , this is the tenant of apartment ten . I guess my kitchen sink is clogging up again , and so is the bathtub . " " Yes , this is the tenant of apartment ten . I guess my kitchen sink is clogging up again , and so is the bathtub . ", Alright . I'll send someone over tomorrow . Alright . I'll send someone over tomorrow . ," Um , I'd really appreciate it if you send someone over to fix it today . It's really a bother . I can't cook or take a shower . " " Um , I'd really appreciate it if you send someone over to fix it today . It's really a bother . I can't cook or take a shower . "," Fine , I'll be up in a few minutes . " " Fine , I'll be up in a few minutes . "," Thanks , I appreciated it . " Are you introverted or extroverted ? , I wouldn't call myself introverted . Sometimes I enjoy being by myself very much . But other times I like sharing activities with others too . I wouldn't call myself introverted . Sometimes I enjoy being by myself very much . But other times I like sharing activities with others too . , What kind of personality do you think you have ? What kind of personality do you think you have ? ," Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don ’ t like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous . I can ’ t concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished . " " Well , I approach things very enthusiastically , I think , and I don ’ t like to leave something half-done . It makes me nervous . I can ’ t concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished . ", What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ? What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ? ," For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together . " " For me , this would be having good relationships with my family members . My family has always been very close knit , and we still spend a lot of time together . ", What basic principles do you apply to your life ? What basic principles do you apply to your life ? , Working hard and being frugal are both virtues . I strive to practise these two virtues in my life . It's very kind of you to come and see us off . , My pleasure.What a pity you have to leave so soon ! My pleasure.What a pity you have to leave so soon ! , We would stay longer . but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning . Thank you for your warm hospitality . We would stay longer . but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning . Thank you for your warm hospitality . , You're welcome . Maybe next time we'll come to see you . You're welcome . Maybe next time we'll come to see you . , My wife and I will look forward to it . My wife and I will look forward to it . ," I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ? " " I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit . Oh , what's your flight number ? "," lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines . " " lt's Flight No . 302 , Northwest Orient Airlines . ", They just announced the boarding call . They just announced the boarding call . , Then we've got to get going . Then we've got to get going . , OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing . OK . Bon voyage and a safe landing . , Thank you again for all your help . Thank you again for all your help . , Bye . "oh , the clothes here are so expensive ! No wonder there are few people . "," Beauty costs , dear ! What do you think of this dress ? Do you think it suits me ? " " Beauty costs , dear ! What do you think of this dress ? Do you think it suits me ? "," yeah , it's lovely , but to be frank , it's not the most practical . You don't have many formal events in your calendar , do you ? " " yeah , it's lovely , but to be frank , it's not the most practical . You don't have many formal events in your calendar , do you ? "," come on , you sound like my Mom.Look at that , it's beautiful ! " " come on , you sound like my Mom.Look at that , it's beautiful ! "," when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price . " " when you buy clothes , you must think about the material , quality and price . ", maybe you have a point . maybe you have a point . , make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions . make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions . ," all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral ! " " all right . How about this black shirt ? It can be worn for anything---a party , a job interview and even a funeral ! "," that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater . " " that's true , but you already have two back coats and one black sweater . "," oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert . " " oh ! Hey , look , that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert . "," exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it . " " exactly ! Oh , my god ! I love Britney ! I'm going to get it . ", why not try it on ? why not try it on ? ," it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ? " " it's just the right size--a perfect fit ! I'll take it . Oh , no , I'm a little short . Did you bring your credit card ? ", yes . yes . , I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home . He is planning again . ," Yeah . But whatever the planes are , he always has an eye to money . " " Yeah . But whatever the planes are , he always has an eye to money . ", That is him . "Hello , Jack . I'm John . ", I'm glad to see you ! I'm glad to see you ! ," Sit down , please . Maybe you have read the contract , but I want to give you the details again before you sign the contract . You must have a three-month internship . " " Sit down , please . Maybe you have read the contract , but I want to give you the details again before you sign the contract . You must have a three-month internship . "," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . "," When you become a permanent employee , you will have the insurances . You will get monthly pay and will be on eight-hour / day work shift . " " When you become a permanent employee , you will have the insurances . You will get monthly pay and will be on eight-hour / day work shift . "," Wait , will I have five insurances and one fund ? " " Wait , will I have five insurances and one fund ? ", Yes . You can also enjoy legal holidays and year-end bonus . Yes . You can also enjoy legal holidays and year-end bonus . , It sounds great ! It sounds great ! ," If you need to work overtime , you will get twice the usual salary as overtime pay . " " If you need to work overtime , you will get twice the usual salary as overtime pay . ", OK . OK . , You have read the relevant terms of the contract . Do you have other questions ? You have read the relevant terms of the contract . Do you have other questions ? , How long will the induction training be ? How long will the induction training be ? , About two weeks . About two weeks . , I see . I see . ," If you don't have other questions , just sign here . " " If you don't have other questions , just sign here . ", OK . Good morning . Miss Lee . My name is Alex Jones . I'm the new assistant in the office . , Welcome and nice to meet you . I heard you were coming today . Is today your first day here in the company ? Welcome and nice to meet you . I heard you were coming today . Is today your first day here in the company ? ," Yes , I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job . " " Yes , I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job . "," First day is often exciting , isn't it ? Here , let me show you to your desk . You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office . How do you like it ? " " First day is often exciting , isn't it ? Here , let me show you to your desk . You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office . How do you like it ? "," This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee . " " This is wonderful . Thank you for doing all this for me , Miss Lee . "," You are welcome . And , please call me Betty . " "Good afternoon , Mr . Anderson . "," Good afternoon , Miss Li . " " Good afternoon , Miss Li . ", How nice to see you again ! How nice to see you again ! ," Nice to see you , too . " " Nice to see you , too . "," It's been a long time , hasn't it ? How are you ? " " It's been a long time , hasn't it ? How are you ? "," Fine , thank you . And you ? " " Fine , thank you . And you ? "," Very well too , is there anything I can do for you ? " " Very well too , is there anything I can do for you ? ", Yes . Could you guide me to where I can change money ? Yes . Could you guide me to where I can change money ? ," Sure , Mr . Anderson , please come along with me . " " Sure , Mr . Anderson , please come along with me . ", Thank you . You and Bob have finished ? , Yes . Yes . , Are you going to be okay ? Are you going to be okay ? ," Yes , I'm used to being on my own . " There is a wonderful opera today . I'd like to see it . , I do not like the play with complicated plot . What's on today ? I do not like the play with complicated plot . What's on today ? ," ' The sound of music ' . This music is known by everybody and is suitable for all ages . It is about a happy family without sex , violence or bad language . " " ' The sound of music ' . This music is known by everybody and is suitable for all ages . It is about a happy family without sex , violence or bad language . ", I know that . I have seen the film as the same title . Andrews gives a performance to be remembered for a lifetime from Maria to a cheerful governess . I know that . I have seen the film as the same title . Andrews gives a performance to be remembered for a lifetime from Maria to a cheerful governess . ," Yes , you are right . I like the song in the movie , edelweiss , do you remember it ? " " Yes , you are right . I like the song in the movie , edelweiss , do you remember it ? "," Of course , it is a nice song that can make audience calm and pleasant . " " Of course , it is a nice song that can make audience calm and pleasant . ", Those young actors play the roles perfectly . Those young actors play the roles perfectly . , I hope the opera will be more stupendous than the movie . Have you bought the tickets ? I hope the opera will be more stupendous than the movie . Have you bought the tickets ? ," No , I am asking you whether you will go to see it . " " No , I am asking you whether you will go to see it . ", Let's go . We'd better buy the tickets earlier and have dinner in restaurant . I simply couldn ’ t help giving him the fish-eye when I knew all that . , But Ben is not a bad man . I know him from A to Z . But Ben is not a bad man . I know him from A to Z . ," However , he disappointed us very much this time . " " However , he disappointed us very much this time . ", I can understand that . But ... Let's get together this weekend . , Sounds good . "Hey , what's up ? "," Oh , nothing . " " Oh , nothing . ", What were you writing ? What were you writing ? , ( Laugh ) All right . You caught me in the act . I finally worked up the nerve to ask Diana out . I was just writing a note to put on her desk . ( Laugh ) All right . You caught me in the act . I finally worked up the nerve to ask Diana out . I was just writing a note to put on her desk . , You mean you're going to ask her out in a note ? You big chicken ! You mean you're going to ask her out in a note ? You big chicken ! , I admit it . I'm a wuss . I just can't do it in person . I admit it . I'm a wuss . I just can't do it in person . ," But , you work with her everyday . " " But , you work with her everyday . "," That's different . When I'm working , I'm in a different frame of mind . But , when I even think about asking her out , I get tongue-tied . At least in a note , I can get the words out without turning beet red . " " That's different . When I'm working , I'm in a different frame of mind . But , when I even think about asking her out , I get tongue-tied . At least in a note , I can get the words out without turning beet red . ", You've dated a lot . What's so different about Diana ? You've dated a lot . What's so different about Diana ? ," Well , for one thing , she's gorgeous . She's so upbeat and sweet . Who doesn't like her ? Oh , I don't know . All I do know is that I think we have great chemistry together . But , what if I'm wrong . Maybe she's just been nice to me out of courtesy and doesn't think of me that way . Oh ... forget it . This was a bad idea . " " Well , for one thing , she's gorgeous . She's so upbeat and sweet . Who doesn't like her ? Oh , I don't know . All I do know is that I think we have great chemistry together . But , what if I'm wrong . Maybe she's just been nice to me out of courtesy and doesn't think of me that way . Oh ... forget it . This was a bad idea . "," Well , I guess you don't want this note , then . " " Well , I guess you don't want this note , then . ", What note ? What note ? , I was looking for you to deliver this note from Diana . She wants to know if you want to go to the office party with her tomorrow night . I was looking for you to deliver this note from Diana . She wants to know if you want to go to the office party with her tomorrow night . , You're kidding ! I can't believe you've been standing this entire time and didn't say anything . You're kidding ! I can't believe you've been standing this entire time and didn't say anything . ," Sorry . What can I say ? Now , do you want the note or what ? " " Sorry . What can I say ? Now , do you want the note or what ? "," Yeah , I want the note . " " Yeah , I want the note . ", Have a great time tomorrow night . Have a great time tomorrow night . , Thanks . I plan on it . "Doctor , I slipped and fell on my way to school . The ground is so slippery from the snow . It seems I can't move my left arm now . "," Let me see . Roll up your sleeve , please . Um ... it's swollen and red here . I'm afraid we'll need to take an X-ray to see if it's broken . " " Let me see . Roll up your sleeve , please . Um ... it's swollen and red here . I'm afraid we'll need to take an X-ray to see if it's broken . ", What if it's broken ? What if it's broken ? , Then we'll put you in a cast . Then we'll put you in a cast . , What do you mean by a cast ? What do you mean by a cast ? ," Well , we apply tape and plaster to from a solid enclosure to protect the bones from moving . In this way they will heal properly . Take it easy . It won't hurt you . Let me see . The X-ray picture indicates that your humerus is broken in two places . And you'll have to wear the cast for three weeks . You'll need to come back in two weeks , so I can have another look . " You want to go to the movies tonight ? , Sure ! What ' s playing ? Sure ! What ' s playing ? , The new Twilight movie ! The new Twilight movie ! ," Twilight ? As in the vampire movies ? No way , I am watching that , but I don ' t understand why everyone is so excited about these films about vampires . It doesn ' t make sense . " " Twilight ? As in the vampire movies ? No way , I am watching that , but I don ' t understand why everyone is so excited about these films about vampires . It doesn ' t make sense . "," Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing . " " Of course it does . It ' s like a modern tale of Romeo and Juliet . You can see a couple who are in love but can ' t be together because they are so different . And in the fact that immortality and super human strengthen this really sexy and there you have it ! Plus the cast is hip , young people that make the movie even more enticing . ", I don ' t buy into that . I think it ' s just a fad . Pretty soon this will pass and everyone will be into wear-wolves or zombies ! Can you do push-ups ? ," Of course I can . It's a piece of cake ! Believe it or not , I can do 30 push-ups a minute . " " Of course I can . It's a piece of cake ! Believe it or not , I can do 30 push-ups a minute . ", Really ? I think that's impossible ! Really ? I think that's impossible ! , You mean 30 push-ups ? You mean 30 push-ups ? , Yeah ! Yeah ! ," It's easy . If you do exercise everyday , you can make it , too . " I remember you said that you like China because it has cheap beers . ," Yes , unbelievably cheap . Carlsborg is less than $ 1 . " " Yes , unbelievably cheap . Carlsborg is less than $ 1 . "," Why do you drink ? I mean , where does drinking get you ? " " Why do you drink ? I mean , where does drinking get you ? ", It's fashionable . It's fashionable . ," Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity . " " Come on , you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity . "," Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun . " " Mary , it's not about the blind following . What matter is I enjoy in drinking . It's like when you get off of work . You're so tired . You need to get relaxed . You can't just turn on the TV and keep watch the programs until you fall asleep . You need to make your after work time more fun . ", How ? By drinking ? How ? By drinking ? ," Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed . " " Drinking is just part of it . I mean , you have a bunch of friends coming by and having fun . You drink and talk . And the more you drink , the more you talk . It makes me so relaxed . ", When did you begin to drink ? When did you begin to drink ? ," It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? ' " " It's a long time ago . When I first went to a bar to pick up girls there , I saw the most beautiful girl sitting and sipping a coke . Then I went up to her and said ' can I buy you a drink ? ' ", And then ? And then ? , Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink . Then I talked to her and got her number . You know what ? When you don't know what to say ? Just drink . , So you get drunk every day ? Let's play chess . , I haven't played chess for a long time . I haven't played chess for a long time . ," That's all right , I'm a beginner . I've just learnt how to play . " " That's all right , I'm a beginner . I've just learnt how to play . "," Look , there's a chessboard . Those two men have already finished playing . " " Look , there's a chessboard . Those two men have already finished playing . ", You're a very good player You're a very good player ," Not really , but once I won a prize . " " Not really , but once I won a prize . ", So did I . I won a prize last week but it was a prize for beginners . So did I . I won a prize last week but it was a prize for beginners . , My prize was for the best player in the country . Now let's start playing chess seriously . Don ’ t you have air-conditioning in your apartment ? It ’ s sweltering here ! ," Well , there is air-conditioning . Did you see that window air conditioner there ? The problem is that the window unit isn ’ t powerful enough . " " Well , there is air-conditioning . Did you see that window air conditioner there ? The problem is that the window unit isn ’ t powerful enough . "," I guess not , huh . " " I guess not , huh . "," Well , I ’ m going to move out anyway . The new apartment has central air-conditioning . " " Well , I ’ m going to move out anyway . The new apartment has central air-conditioning . "," You should have moved out long , long ago . " " You should have moved out long , long ago . "," Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ... " " Well , I had to wait until the lease expired . So ... ", So how can you stand the heat ? So how can you stand the heat ? ," Well , I open the windows and ... and I ’ Ve got an electric fan ere . It helps a little . " "I had broken up with him , how painful I feel . I ’ m going to drown my sorrows . ", I see . But Jane . He ’ s not worth your sorrow and you should restart your new life . "Can you type , Jane ? "," Yes , I can . " " Yes , I can . ", How many words a minute ? How many words a minute ? , About 100 words a minute . About 100 words a minute . , En ... and can you speak any foreign languages ? En ... and can you speak any foreign languages ? ," Yes , I can speak Spanish , and I can also speak Chinese . " " Yes , I can speak Spanish , and I can also speak Chinese . ", Really ? that ’ s very good . What about French ? Really ? that ’ s very good . What about French ? ," No , I can ’ t speak French . But I can speak Italian , not very well though . " " No , I can ’ t speak French . But I can speak Italian , not very well though . ", ... Can you start next week ? ... Can you start next week ? , Next week ? Next week ? ," Yes , on Monday . " " Yes , on Monday . ", You mean I have the job ? You mean I have the job ? ," Yes , that ’ s right , you have the job now . " People are funny . , They sure are . They sure are . , Did you hear about the pilot ? Did you hear about the pilot ? , The one that stole a small plane ? The one that stole a small plane ? ," Yes , he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U . S . " " Yes , he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U . S . ", Did they catch him ? Did they catch him ? ," Yes . After two U . S . fighter jets followed him for an hour , he landed on a highway . " " Yes . After two U . S . fighter jets followed him for an hour , he landed on a highway . ", Did he crash ? Did he crash ? ," No , he just landed the plane and walked to a restaurant . " " No , he just landed the plane and walked to a restaurant . ", Did the cops find out why he flew into the U . S . ? Did the cops find out why he flew into the U . S . ? , His life sucked . He was hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down . His life sucked . He was hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down . , Poor guy . what kind of qualities do you look for in your friends ? , I like people who are open and friendly . Those people are usually more active and fun to be with . I like spending time with my friends . We go to bars together or play sports together . I like people who are open and friendly . Those people are usually more active and fun to be with . I like spending time with my friends . We go to bars together or play sports together . , I don ’ t like to make friends with people who aren ’ t honest . Honesty is very important to me . I don ’ t like to make friends with people who aren ’ t honest . Honesty is very important to me . , I think it ’ s important to most people . The problem is that you can usually only find out if someone is honest by getting to know them . I think it ’ s important to most people . The problem is that you can usually only find out if someone is honest by getting to know them . , you can find out from their friends . you can find out from their friends . , if you know any of their friends . You can ’ t rely on your friends to introduce people to you all the time . You have to go out and make the first move sometimes . I also like funny people . if you know any of their friends . You can ’ t rely on your friends to introduce people to you all the time . You have to go out and make the first move sometimes . I also like funny people . ," oh , I don ’ t . they don ’ t seem to take anything seriously . You never know when they are joking and when they are being serious . " " oh , I don ’ t . they don ’ t seem to take anything seriously . You never know when they are joking and when they are being serious . "," sometimes it can be hard to tell , but if you know the person fairly well , you can usually see from their expression what they are really thinking . " " sometimes it can be hard to tell , but if you know the person fairly well , you can usually see from their expression what they are really thinking . ", it seems that we generally like different kinds of people . How is it that we are such good friends ? it seems that we generally like different kinds of people . How is it that we are such good friends ? , maybe people don ’ t like to have friends that are all the same . Most people like a little variety in their lives-including a variety of characteristics in their friends . Does it look too small ? , It fits you to a T . It fits you to a T . , I agree . I'm going to buy it . I agree . I'm going to buy it . , Cash or charge ? Cash or charge ? , I'll charge it . I'll charge it . ," Sign here , please . " " Sign here , please . ", There you go . There you go . ," Good-bye , and thank you for shopping here . " I'm calling to confirm your booking . , Good . Good . , You are booked on the A943 on 16/11 at 17:30 pm to Hong Kong with Cathy Pacific . You are booked on the A943 on 16/11 at 17:30 pm to Hong Kong with Cathy Pacific . ," That's excellent , thanks for all your help . " "Where did you get these peanuts , Mike ? ", At the supermarket down the street . Help yourself . At the supermarket down the street . Help yourself . , Thanks ! "That radio's pretty loud . Could you turn it down , please ? ", Sorry . Was I disturbing you ? Sorry . Was I disturbing you ? ," Yes . And something else , please don't borrow my clothes without asking . " " Yes . And something else , please don't borrow my clothes without asking . ", Sorry . I guess I wasn't thinking . I won't do it again . Do you have maps of downtown area ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , It's free of charge . It's free of charge . , Thanks so much . How good is your Mandarin ? , Mandarin is the language I spoke since I was a child . So I can speak it very fluently . Mandarin is the language I spoke since I was a child . So I can speak it very fluently . , What dialect do you understand ? What dialect do you understand ? , I can speak and read Cantonese because I worked in Guangdong for many years . What shall I call him ? ," Oh , you may call him Uncle , or Henry . " " Oh , you may call him Uncle , or Henry . ", What's he doing ? What's he doing ? , He's checking bags.He ' s an official in the customs . "My name is Mary , and I will be your server this evening . ", Hi Mary . We are really looking forward to a great meal here . Hi Mary . We are really looking forward to a great meal here . , Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out ? Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out ? , I would love an appetizer . Are they listed in the menu ? I would love an appetizer . Are they listed in the menu ? , We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall . We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall . , I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ? I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp . How is that ? , That would be a great choice ! That would be a great choice ! , I'll trust your taste and take one order of that . I'll trust your taste and take one order of that . , We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price . We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price . ," In that case , we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice . " do you have s second ? , sure . What do you want ? sure . What do you want ? , I want to tell you I've put in my notice . I want to tell you I've put in my notice . , really ? Why ? really ? Why ? ," I've been thinking about this for several months , well before the Spring Festival holidays . " " I've been thinking about this for several months , well before the Spring Festival holidays . ", and the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this and make a decision ? and the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this and make a decision ? ," yeah , after receiving my yearly bouns , I want to search out better opportunities in the spring job market . I've been working in the company for nearly a year and a half and I still haven't received " " yeah , after receiving my yearly bouns , I want to search out better opportunities in the spring job market . I've been working in the company for nearly a year and a half and I still haven't received "," absolutely . With your expertise and experience , you're clearly working below your pay grade . " " absolutely . With your expertise and experience , you're clearly working below your pay grade . ", that's exactly why I decided to quit the job and find a new one . that's exactly why I decided to quit the job and find a new one . ," this way , you'll earn more at the new work place . " " this way , you'll earn more at the new work place . ", that's right . I am not the only one who has done this . Job hopping is quite common in the IT industry . that's right . I am not the only one who has done this . Job hopping is quite common in the IT industry . ," that is to say , most IT professionals can get a pay rise more easily by changing a job than waiting for a rise . I'm wondering why IT companies are always willing to pay more to new employees instead " We have achieved great success last year.The most important is that we realize our strength lies in after-sale service . , Your achievement is obvious to all . Your achievement is obvious to all . , What we will do is to strengthen it . What we will do is to strengthen it . ," Yes , this is also the competitive edge of our company . " "no , no , you helped me with my computer last week . I want to repay the favor . "," no , it's definitely my turn to treat you ... you paid last time ! " " no , it's definitely my turn to treat you ... you paid last time ! "," oh , that was just a quick bite to eat---that doesn't count ! " " oh , that was just a quick bite to eat---that doesn't count ! "," ok , ok , how about we just go Dutch ? It's settled . Listen , I'm still pretty new around here , would it be alright if you found the restaurant ? " " ok , ok , how about we just go Dutch ? It's settled . Listen , I'm still pretty new around here , would it be alright if you found the restaurant ? ", ok ... sure . It's too hot to read . , We'd better go out for a walk . We'd better go out for a walk . , Which season do you like best ? Which season do you like best ? , Spring . Spring . , How about summer ? How about summer ? , I dislike it most . I dislike it most . , Why ? Why ? , Because the hottest season is summer in a year . Because the hottest season is summer in a year . , But sometimes summer is more charming than the other seasons . Good morning . I'd like to buy tickets to Paris . , How many of you ? How many of you ? , Four . Two adults and two children . Is there any discount ? Four . Two adults and two children . Is there any discount ? , Yes . Babies under six months are free of charge . We offer 50 % discount to children under 7 . How old are your children ? Yes . Babies under six months are free of charge . We offer 50 % discount to children under 7 . How old are your children ? , One is 4 months and the other is years old . One is 4 months and the other is years old . , Altogether you have to pay $ 800 . "I'm sorry , our appointment has to be changed . ", What a pity ! What a pity ! ," If you don't mind , may we put it off to the next day ? " " If you don't mind , may we put it off to the next day ? ", That's OK . "Hi Bill , it ’ s Jane . "," Jane , I ’ m on the other line , can you hang on for a second ? " " Jane , I ’ m on the other line , can you hang on for a second ? ", Sure . Sure . ," OK , I ’ ll be right back . " So how much should I gamble ? , Why not fifty or one-hundred dollars ? Why not fifty or one-hundred dollars ? , Okay . One-hundred then . Do you think I will lose it ? Okay . One-hundred then . Do you think I will lose it ? ," I don't know . You have to be smart , but you have to be lucky too.Some games are all luck . With some , you need to be smart . " " I don't know . You have to be smart , but you have to be lucky too.Some games are all luck . With some , you need to be smart . ", I want games that are all luck . I want games that are all luck . , I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines . I knew you would say that ! Then you should play the slot machines . ," Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice . " " Slot machines ? No , I don't want that ! That's too boring . I want a game with cards or dice . ", So what do you want to play then ? So what do you want to play then ? ," Blackjack.We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars . " " Blackjack.We can play blackjack . And I will gamble one-hundred , or maybe two-hundred dollars . ", Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet ! Huh ? You are breaking our rule already ! And we didn't even start to play yet ! ," Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas . " " Oh , don't be so strict ! We are in Las Vegas . "," Yes , and if I stay with you , we will have to walk back home to New York.Because we will lose all our money and our plane tickets too ! " Can I draw my tax back here ? ," Sure . Show me your receipt , please . " " Sure . Show me your receipt , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . , Wait a moment . Here is $ 10 you paid for duties . What is that plastic cup for ? , Your doctor has requested a urine sample . Your doctor has requested a urine sample . , Am I supposed to pee into the cup ? Am I supposed to pee into the cup ? ," We want what we call a clean sample . Urinate a drop or so into the toilet , and then stop the flow and urinate into the cup . " " We want what we call a clean sample . Urinate a drop or so into the toilet , and then stop the flow and urinate into the cup . ", Then what do I do with the cup ? Then what do I do with the cup ? , You put the cup in the little cubby in the restroom and close the door to the cubby . You put the cup in the little cubby in the restroom and close the door to the cubby . , What is this test for ? What is this test for ? , He is looking to see if you have a bladder or urinary tract infection . He is looking to see if you have a bladder or urinary tract infection . , When will I know the results ? When will I know the results ? , Your doctor will call you in a few days with the results . How are your wedding plans going ? , Very well . We ’ Ve got everything taken care of already . Very well . We ’ Ve got everything taken care of already . , Are you going to get married in the church ? Are you going to get married in the church ? ," Neither of us is very religious , so we decided not to get married there . " " Neither of us is very religious , so we decided not to get married there . ", Have you booked the hotel for the reception ? Have you booked the hotel for the reception ? , Yes . The Palace Hotel . You have to be there . Yes . The Palace Hotel . You have to be there . , No problem . Write down your name here in ink . , But I don ’ t have a pen with me . May I use a pencil ? But I don ’ t have a pen with me . May I use a pencil ? ," I ’ m afraid a pencil won ’ t do . Wait a moment , I ’ ll find you one . " How are you doing ? ," I'm pretty good , you ? " " I'm pretty good , you ? ", I'm awesome . I'm awesome . , How long have you been on the bus ? How long have you been on the bus ? ," I've been on here for like , 15 minutes . " " I've been on here for like , 15 minutes . ", Do you catch this bus a lot ? Do you catch this bus a lot ? ," Not much , I have a car . " " Not much , I have a car . "," So , you have your own car ? " " So , you have your own car ? ", I sure do . I sure do . ," Then , why are you on the bus with me ? " " Then , why are you on the bus with me ? "," I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down . " " I'm waiting till our President gets out of office , and the gas prices go down . ", That's good thinking . Is it true that rice is the staple food in most of Southeast Asia ? ," I'm not an expert , but that's the impression I have . " " I'm not an expert , but that's the impression I have . "," Is rice your staple food , too ? " " Is rice your staple food , too ? "," Needless to say , as a Westerner , it's bread . " May I help you ? ," Give me a six-piece chicken nuggets , a large fry and a large Coke . " " Give me a six-piece chicken nuggets , a large fry and a large Coke . ", You need to wait a few minutes for the fries . They are still in the flyer . You need to wait a few minutes for the fries . They are still in the flyer . , That's fine . That's fine . , Your total comes to $ 7 . Your total comes to $ 7 . , Here's a twenty note . Here's a twenty note . , Thank you . Your cash back is $ 13 . Pull into a parking space . And we'll bring out your fries in two minutes . Thank you . Your cash back is $ 13 . Pull into a parking space . And we'll bring out your fries in two minutes . , Thanks . What did he say ? , He said he would tell us the secret of becoming a successful man . He said he would tell us the secret of becoming a successful man . ," It ’ s too good to be true ! If I were there , I would ask him if he himself was a successful man . " " It ’ s too good to be true ! If I were there , I would ask him if he himself was a successful man . "," Nobody would drive him up a wall by asking him such a question , you know . " "Good morning , I want to send this parcel to Taiwan . ", Airmail or surface mail ? Airmail or surface mail ? ," How long would surface mail take , compared with airmail ? " " How long would surface mail take , compared with airmail ? "," Oh , anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail . It depends on the sailing of the ships . Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks . " " Oh , anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail . It depends on the sailing of the ships . Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks . ", How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ? How much would this parcel cost me by airmail ? , Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 . Just let me weigh it for you . That's 2 lb . and 6 oz . That's be £ 10 . , Thanks . That'll be OK . Could I have some fish ? , Certainly . And what vegetables would you like ? Certainly . And what vegetables would you like ? ," Oh , spinach , I think . " " Oh , spinach , I think . "," Fine , And what about something to drink ? " " Fine , And what about something to drink ? "," Just a beer , please . " " Just a beer , please . ", Good . Thank you.sir . Good . Thank you.sir . , Would you like to have some more beer ? Would you like to have some more beer ? ," No , thanks . I ' Ve had enough . I'll have my bill , please . " " No , thanks . I ' Ve had enough . I'll have my bill , please . ", Of course . Please wait a moment . I'll go and get it . Of course . Please wait a moment . I'll go and get it . , Thank you . "Hi , I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Brussels , please . "," Certainly sir , this is our train schedule . We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm . " " Certainly sir , this is our train schedule . We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm . ", How long does it take to get there ? How long does it take to get there ? ," About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ’ d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive . " " About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ’ d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive . "," Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time ! " " Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time ! "," Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers . " " Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers . ", Great ! I ’ ll take it . Great ! I ’ ll take it . , Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train ! Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train ! , I understand . Thank you very much ! I understand . Thank you very much ! , Have a great trip . How do you choose which companies to work with ? ," Well , there are lots of things to consider . Quality and delivery times are as important as price . We also take into consideration technical support and after-sales service . We look for companies with a good track record . We place a few trial orders and if everything goes well , we put them on our approved list . It's important to choose companies you feel you can work closely with . " Could you help me prepare for my presentation on Friday ? , I would love to help you prepare for your presentation . I would love to help you prepare for your presentation . , I hate to ask you to do something like that . I hate to ask you to do something like that . , This will not interfere with my work . I promise you that . This will not interfere with my work . I promise you that . , When could we get together ? When could we get together ? , I could easily give you some time tomorrow night . I could easily give you some time tomorrow night . , Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ? Would you like to meet me at the coffee house next door ? ," Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ? " " Yes , and could you write down anything you might be having trouble with ? ", I'll come prepared . I'll come prepared . , Goodbye until then . I promise you that you'll do well after we meet . What are the requirements to apply for the position ? , Your major must be computer . Your major must be computer . , Do you think my educational background suits this position ? Do you think my educational background suits this position ? ," Yes , I ’ m quite satisfied with your qualifications . " " Yes , I ’ m quite satisfied with your qualifications . ", Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ? Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course ? ," Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course . " " Generally speaking , training new members is usually necessary . We offer our new employees a one-week training course . ", Could you tell something about the job ? Could you tell something about the job ? ," Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints . " " Yes , of course . You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints . "," Oh , I see . I believe I can do the job well . " He's only interested in harassing you . How can he expect us to have so much time to waste ? , I almost want to send him a virus to shut his stupid computer down . I almost want to send him a virus to shut his stupid computer down . ," As obnoxious as Bean is , we should still try to finish this case . " " As obnoxious as Bean is , we should still try to finish this case . "," True-well , do you have any forwards for me to send him ? " " True-well , do you have any forwards for me to send him ? ", Yeah ! Remember that one about putting light bulbs in your mouth ? "Good morning , sir . ", Good morning . Good morning . ," How do you want it , sir ? " " How do you want it , sir ? ", Just take a little off on the top and shorten the back . But please don't make it too short . Just take a little off on the top and shorten the back . But please don't make it too short . , How about your sideburns ? How about your sideburns ? ," Just to the bottom of my ears . By the way , I'd like a shave , too . " " Just to the bottom of my ears . By the way , I'd like a shave , too . "," All right ... Tilt your head to the right , please . " " All right ... Tilt your head to the right , please . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , Exactly five dollars . Exactly five dollars . , Here you are . Thank you and goodbye . Here you are . Thank you and goodbye . ," You are welcome , sir . Good-bye . " "Good morning . Your ticket and passport , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Do you have any baggage to check in ? Do you have any baggage to check in ? ," Yes , one box . " " Yes , one box . ", Would you please put it on the scale ? Would you please put it on the scale ? ," OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ? " " OK . By the way , can you tell me how many kilos of free baggage each passenger is allowed ? ", The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ? The baggage allowance is different according to the class of your ticket . What class are you travelling ? , First-class . First-class . ," For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos . " " For a first-class passenger , the free baggage allowance is forty kilos . ", How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ? How many pieces of baggage can I carry on to the plane ? , Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane . Passengers holding first class tickets may carry 2 pieces within the total weight of 5 kg onto the plane . ," If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ? " " If my baggage exceeds the allowance , what should I do ? "," If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight . " " If the checked baggage is over the allowance , we will charge you for the overweight . ", I see . Thank you very much for your information . I see . Thank you very much for your information . ," You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please . " " You're welcome . Your boarding pass and baggage check , please . ", Goodbye ! I think this suit displays your nice finger . , Thank you . Could you change it for a purple one ? Thank you . Could you change it for a purple one ? , No problem . No problem . , Will it shrink when washed ? Will it shrink when washed ? ," Of course not , it is made of pure silk . " "Do you surf online regularly , Joe ? ", Of course . I stay online for four hours at least every day . Of course . I stay online for four hours at least every day . , Are you crazy ? What are you doing four hours online ? Are you crazy ? What are you doing four hours online ? ," Millions of things . I surf the Net , check my e-mail , and most importantly , I chat with my friends . " " Millions of things . I surf the Net , check my e-mail , and most importantly , I chat with my friends . ", Online chat ? Aren't you afraid of meeting bad people who pretend to be what they are not ? Online chat ? Aren't you afraid of meeting bad people who pretend to be what they are not ? ," No , I am not . And I love to meet new people in the chat rooms who share a lot in common with me . " " No , I am not . And I love to meet new people in the chat rooms who share a lot in common with me . ", It sounds interesting . Can I have this shoe in the black please ? ," Of course , sir , I'll have a look in the back . " " Of course , sir , I'll have a look in the back . ", Okay . Okay . , I'm afraid I haven't got one in your size . "Good morning , can I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to check out . " " Yes , I'd like to check out . "," Yes , of course sir . What's your name and your room number , PLS ? " " Yes , of course sir . What's your name and your room number , PLS ? "," Jack Remington , room 1408 . " " Jack Remington , room 1408 . "," Ok , here is your bill , Mr . Remington . " " Ok , here is your bill , Mr . Remington . ", Which of these is my bill ? Which of these is my bill ? ," Oh , I am sorry sir . I forgot to explain that to you . This one is an allowance slip . We made a mistake in your bill and overcharged you 120 dollars . So we had to write up an allowance slip and deduct 120 dollars from your bill . " " Oh , I am sorry sir . I forgot to explain that to you . This one is an allowance slip . We made a mistake in your bill and overcharged you 120 dollars . So we had to write up an allowance slip and deduct 120 dollars from your bill . ", I see . So this is the bill then and the total is ... ? I see . So this is the bill then and the total is ... ? ," Down here , 800 dollars . How do you wish to settle your account , sir , in cash or by credit card ? " " Down here , 800 dollars . How do you wish to settle your account , sir , in cash or by credit card ? ", In cash . In cash . , Is that US dollars ? Is that US dollars ? , Yes . Yes . ," Just a moment , PLS . I'll write out a receipt for you . " "Good afternoon , Mr . Yang . I'm Jill , Mr . Smith's secretary . Would you like to look around the factory first ? "," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . "," Now this is our office block . We have all the administrative departments Sales , Accounting , Personnel , Market Research and so on . " " Now this is our office block . We have all the administrative departments Sales , Accounting , Personnel , Market Research and so on . ", What's that building opposite us ? What's that building opposite us ? , That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here . That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored . We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops . This is the delivery bay here . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result . " " The steel sheets and bars come in , as you see , in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here . We buy them in from a steel works in Wales . This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year . We doubled our output in this department as a result . "," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? ", I'll take you to the assembly shop ... Everything is now . I'm kind of sick of it . , Each ring has 3 small diamonds inside the band . Each ring has 3 small diamonds inside the band . , Oooh ! One for each of the zeros in 2000 ! Wow ! Oooh ! One for each of the zeros in 2000 ! Wow ! , Stop making fun of me . Stop making fun of me . , So find a guy to marry and you can get one ! So find a guy to marry and you can get one ! , I don't need a guy to buy a wedding ring ! I don't need a guy to buy a wedding ring ! ," Oh , I see . You're going to wear one and pretend you're married to try to attract guys . " Professor wang can I ask a few questions ? , Certainly . Certainly . , What is the tariff ? What is the tariff ? , It's a tax levy by the goveroverment on goods imported into that country . It's a tax levy by the goveroverment on goods imported into that country . , Why does the government levy the tariff ? Why does the government levy the tariff ? , Tariff provides the government with extra tax revenue . Tariff provides the government with extra tax revenue . , Anything else . Anything else . , Tariff raises the price at which the goods are sold in the importing country and therefore makes them less competitive with locally produced goods . Tariff raises the price at which the goods are sold in the importing country and therefore makes them less competitive with locally produced goods . ," Oh , I know . Thank you . Professor wang . " " Oh , I know . Thank you . Professor wang . ", Do not mention it . "Hi Steve , it's nice to meet you . I hear that you're looking for an apartment , and I just rented a two-bedroom downtown . I'm looking for a compatible roommate . "," Great , I'm looking for a place right in that area . Your apartment sounds ideal . " " Great , I'm looking for a place right in that area . Your apartment sounds ideal . "," Alright . So tell me , how would you describe yourself ? " " Alright . So tell me , how would you describe yourself ? "," I'm pretty social and outgoing , and I like making new friends . But I'm not a party animal , and I like to keep the apartment clean . " " I'm pretty social and outgoing , and I like making new friends . But I'm not a party animal , and I like to keep the apartment clean . "," I'm like that too . I like to invite friends over sometimes , but I don't want to have lots of crazy parties at the apartment . " What a nice garden ! Look at these tulips ! ," That would be a good shot . Can you take my picture here , dear ? Please try to get the garden in the frame as well . " " That would be a good shot . Can you take my picture here , dear ? Please try to get the garden in the frame as well . "," All right . Would you please stand closer to the flower bed ? Good . Smile . Say "" cheese "" . OK , got you . That's terrific . " " All right . Would you please stand closer to the flower bed ? Good . Smile . Say "" cheese "" . OK , got you . That's terrific . ", Thanks . Could you take one more from this angle ? Thanks . Could you take one more from this angle ? , No problem . No problem . , Now let's have one together . Now let's have one together . , Do you know how to set up the timer ? Do you know how to set up the timer ? ," Let me see ... set the timer first and push the button , oh , come here . " " Let me see ... set the timer first and push the button , oh , come here . "," OK , let's have a try . " " OK , let's have a try . ", Cheese ... Cheese ... , Did it come out ? Did it come out ? ," Yes , but it's blurred and a little dark . " " Yes , but it's blurred and a little dark . ", Never mind . Let's go to the falls and try again . Never mind . Let's go to the falls and try again . ," Ok , let's go . " How do you like the pizza here ? , Perfect . It really hits the spot . I really like the book you lent me the other day . , I'm glad you like it . I'm glad you like it . , And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long . And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long . , Not at all . Not at all . , Everyone in our class enjoyed it too.It ' s very interesting . Everyone in our class enjoyed it too.It ' s very interesting . ," Oh , I'm glad . " " Oh , I'm glad . ", Would you mind me keeping it for another three days ? Would you mind me keeping it for another three days ? , No problem . "Doctor , can you give me some suggestions on how to stay healthy ? "," Well , first of all , you need to make sure that you eat the right foods . " " Well , first of all , you need to make sure that you eat the right foods . ", What are the best foods to eat ? What are the best foods to eat ? ," You should emphasize fresh fruits and vegetables , along with whole grains and protein . " " You should emphasize fresh fruits and vegetables , along with whole grains and protein . ", What should I avoid ? What should I avoid ? , You need to avoid highly fatty and greasy foods . You should also avoid too much sugar and caffeine . You need to avoid highly fatty and greasy foods . You should also avoid too much sugar and caffeine . , What else is important to stay healthy ? What else is important to stay healthy ? ," You need to get plenty of exercise every day . If you smoke , you need to stop . " " You need to get plenty of exercise every day . If you smoke , you need to stop . ", Is it OK to drink alcohol ? Is it OK to drink alcohol ? ," Actually , studies have shown that people who have one-half a glass of alcohol per day do better than those who don ’ t drink . " What a wonderful sight ! , Yes . I've dreamed a thousand times that I could lie down here to relax . Yes . I've dreamed a thousand times that I could lie down here to relax . , We are tired of jobs and competition . We need a quiet place . We are tired of jobs and competition . We need a quiet place . , I'd like to stay here for all my life if possible . I'd like to stay here for all my life if possible . ," So would I . Look , it might be going to rain . " " So would I . Look , it might be going to rain . ", I don't think it will spoil our trip . I don't think it will spoil our trip . , It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains . It will give us better feeling and atmosphere if it rains . , Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads . Let's kick off our shoes to walk on the green flag stoned roads . , That's a good idea ! I am looking for a comfortable convenient way to see the country . , Have you heard of motor coaching ? It's one of the fastest-growing segments for the travel industry . Have you heard of motor coaching ? It's one of the fastest-growing segments for the travel industry . ," No , I've not heard of it . Tell me about it . " " No , I've not heard of it . Tell me about it . ", It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land . Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach . It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land . Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach . , Is it just a bus ? Is it just a bus ? ," Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need . " " Oh . no . The motor coach is air-conditioned , there is a galley for food preparation , movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need . ", Wow ! That sounds like pure luxury . What kind of books do you like ? , I like reading novels about early America . I like reading novels about early America . , Really ? Me too . Really ? Me too . , Which one do you like best ? Which one do you like best ? ," I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels . " " I prefer the novels by Hemingway , such as The Old Man and the Sea . I like the simple words in his novels . "," Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great . " " Yup . Though the words he used are simple , but the spirit he has conveyed is great . ", Absolutely ! "Excuse me , I am a transit passenger for flight PB965 , can you tell me where to go ? ", Let me see ... Your plane leaves from gate 8 so you should go there to board the plane . Let me see ... Your plane leaves from gate 8 so you should go there to board the plane . , Where is it ? Where is it ? , Take the lift over there and turn left . You won't miss it . Take the lift over there and turn left . You won't miss it . , I hope it hasn't left without me . "I can promise you that , if you buy our product , you will be getting quality . "," I ’ Ve looked at your units , and I am very happy with them . Your goods are all far above standard quality . " " I ’ Ve looked at your units , and I am very happy with them . Your goods are all far above standard quality . ", We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We don ’ t sacrifice quality for quick profits . We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better . We don ’ t sacrifice quality for quick profits . ," Well , we ’ re really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want . " " Well , we ’ re really interested in placing an order under negotiation . We can start the negotiations as soon as you want . ", That ’ s great . I ’ m glad we ’ ll be able to do business together . I ’ ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning . That ’ s great . I ’ m glad we ’ ll be able to do business together . I ’ ll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning . ," Fine . Also , would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor ’ s report of your products ? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis . " "What do you do in your free time , Nancy ? "," Well , I like playing the violin . " " Well , I like playing the violin . ", Really ? How long have you been playing the violin ? Really ? How long have you been playing the violin ? , About ten years so far . I started learning when I was in middle school . About ten years so far . I started learning when I was in middle school . , That's really interesting . That's really interesting . , Sure . So what about you ? Do you have any hobbies ? Sure . So what about you ? Do you have any hobbies ? ," Well , I like collecting matchbox ! I'm not sure if that counts , though . " " Well , I like collecting matchbox ! I'm not sure if that counts , though . ", Of course it does . Everybody has his own hobby . "OK , Hello ! ", Hello ! Hello ! ," Hi , what's your name ? " " Hi , what's your name ? "," Yeah , my name is Nandu . " " Yeah , my name is Nandu . "," Nandu . Nandu , how do you spell you name ? " " Nandu . Nandu , how do you spell you name ? "," Yeah , my name is like N-A-N-J-U . " " Yeah , my name is like N-A-N-J-U . "," Oh , OK . That's a nice name , Nandu . And where are you from ? " " Oh , OK . That's a nice name , Nandu . And where are you from ? ", I'm from Madras . Good morning . Sales Division . Alex speaking . , Alex . It ’ s Nancy over in Marketing . I ’ Ve got some good news for you . Alex . It ’ s Nancy over in Marketing . I ’ Ve got some good news for you . , Oh yeah ? I could use some . What ’ s up ? Oh yeah ? I could use some . What ’ s up ? , Mr . Morris was so pleased with your sales work on his account that he went straight to the top with it . He wrote a letter about it to Mr . Macmillan ! "Johnny , have you tidied up your room yet ? "," Not yet , Mom . Why are you on such a cleanliness kick anyway ? " " Not yet , Mom . Why are you on such a cleanliness kick anyway ? ", Do I have to remind you that your grandma is arriving tonight ? Do I have to remind you that your grandma is arriving tonight ? ," Oh , my God , I forgot grandma's coming ! " " Oh , my God , I forgot grandma's coming ! "," Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ... " " Yes , so this place had better be clean . You know Grandma ... ", ... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat . ... I know I'll be killed if I pee on the toilet seat . , And Steve is going to look after you until we come back . Which institute did you choose in university ? , I chose the Institute of Foreign Language . I chose the Institute of Foreign Language . , How many departments were there in your university ? How many departments were there in your university ? ," There were a number of them , such as Department of Literation , Department of Journalism and Communication , Department of Art Design , etc . " There are many new kinds of newspapers . I find it hard to choose among them . Which is the most popular paper circulating in our city ? ," I'd recommend you the Morning Paper , it is true that the paper is a newly issued one , but its circulation is rising . Last month , it reached to three hundred thousand , which is a very good figure for a new paper . " " I'd recommend you the Morning Paper , it is true that the paper is a newly issued one , but its circulation is rising . Last month , it reached to three hundred thousand , which is a very good figure for a new paper . ", What's the reason that people prefer to read this one ? What's the reason that people prefer to read this one ? , I think perhaps the news stories in it are truthful and accurate . It also has a special page about the stock market ; maybe this is the real reason for its popularity . Many people are now speculating in the stock market . I think perhaps the news stories in it are truthful and accurate . It also has a special page about the stock market ; maybe this is the real reason for its popularity . Many people are now speculating in the stock market . , I can predict it will have the largest circulation in one or two years . Do you know why I pulled you over ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , Your left brake light is out . Your left brake light is out . , I was not aware of that . I was not aware of that . , I'm going to have to write you a ticket . I'm going to have to write you a ticket . , You can't give me a break ? You can't give me a break ? , I'm just doing my job . I'm just doing my job . , How much is the ticket for ? How much is the ticket for ? , You will get that information in court . You will get that information in court . , I have to go to court ? I have to go to court ? , That's right . That's right . , Fine . Give me the ticket . Hello . ," This is Soft , may I speak to Lamely ? " " This is Soft , may I speak to Lamely ? ", This is Lamely . This is Lamely . ," Hello , Lamley.Are you free tomorrow ? " " Hello , Lamley.Are you free tomorrow ? ", Yes . Yes . , Would you like to go to an activation with me ? Would you like to go to an activation with me ? , I'd like to.see you tomorrow . I'd like to.see you tomorrow . , See you . "Hi , is this Steven ? "," No , ma ’ am . This is Sean . Steven ’ s out sick . " " No , ma ’ am . This is Sean . Steven ’ s out sick . "," Oh , sorry to hear that . Listen , I ’ Ve got a rush order . Can you help me out ? " "Hello , Sir . You're here to discuss the Network Settlement Service , right ? "," Yes , that's right . We want as much info as possible before we agree to anything . " " Yes , that's right . We want as much info as possible before we agree to anything . "," Yes , it's important to be all clued up before you enter into any agreement . To make full use of the Network Settlement Service and take advantage of the whole banking system , we provide internal fund transfers , account inquiry , agency clearing to name but a few . " " Yes , it's important to be all clued up before you enter into any agreement . To make full use of the Network Settlement Service and take advantage of the whole banking system , we provide internal fund transfers , account inquiry , agency clearing to name but a few . "," So , do you think our corporation will be eligible for this ? " " So , do you think our corporation will be eligible for this ? "," Yes , and it's extremely simple . All you need to do is make a Network Settlement Agreement with us . " "Come on , fellows.Let ' s enjoy my wife's cooking ! "," Em , it's delicious ! " " Em , it's delicious ! ", Thank you ! My wife likes cooking very much . Thank you ! My wife likes cooking very much . , You're lucky . "Excuse me , Sir , you are not supposed to smoke here . ", I beg your pardon . I beg your pardon . ," Your seat is in the non-smoking section , so please refrain from smoking . " " Your seat is in the non-smoking section , so please refrain from smoking . "," Oh , I see , since I'm a heavy smoker . May I change my seat ? " " Oh , I see , since I'm a heavy smoker . May I change my seat ? ", Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please.Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you . Then I'll try to find a seat in the smoking section . One moment . please.Thank you for waiting . I found a seat in the smoking section for you . ," Oh , did you ? Thanks a lot . " " Well , it depends . ", Do you think the music is well-matched ? Do you think the music is well-matched ? ," No , I think the music is too fast . " " No , I think the music is too fast . ", How about the words of the song ? How about the words of the song ? , It sounds nice . It sounds nice . , I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings . I like it . Naturally it can arouse your feelings . ," Yes , I think so . It's very emotional . " " Yes , I think so . It's very emotional . "," Of course , and I also like the rhythms . " " Of course , and I also like the rhythms . ", Full of energy and hope . Full of energy and hope . , Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying . Really . It's worth listening to and enjoying . , Certainly it is . It's worth an Academy Award . "Excuse me , sir . You can't park here . ", I am just waiting for my friends . It won't be long . I am just waiting for my friends . It won't be long . ," Sir , the curb here is not for parking . " " Sir , the curb here is not for parking . "," But I didn't see the sign , Ma ’ am . " " But I didn't see the sign , Ma ’ am . "," There is a sign at the corner of the street . When you turned in here , you should have seen it . " " There is a sign at the corner of the street . When you turned in here , you should have seen it . ", I didn't see it . I didn't see it . ," I am sorry , sir . I have to give you a ticket . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . You will avoid paying the fine if you can prove that you are not at fault . " What do you think of the new television channel ? Aren't the programs awful ? ," I quite agree with you . They are terrible . They are complete waste of time , but my wife disagrees with me . " " I quite agree with you . They are terrible . They are complete waste of time , but my wife disagrees with me . "," Actually , what bothers me is the violence . There are far too many detective and police shows . " " Actually , what bothers me is the violence . There are far too many detective and police shows . "," I couldn't agree with you more . There aren't enough educational programs , and even the news shows are not well done . " " I couldn't agree with you more . There aren't enough educational programs , and even the news shows are not well done . ", You are absolutely right . They are too brief . They don't tell you anything . We're going to discuss how to market CB series soon . Does your project go well ? , Absolutely . I've sorted out all the materials we need and sifted three great ways of marketing . Absolutely . I've sorted out all the materials we need and sifted three great ways of marketing . ," Oh , that's good . " " Oh , that's good . ", We can discuss them detailedly over the meeting and choose the best way to promote our key products . We can discuss them detailedly over the meeting and choose the best way to promote our key products . , It seems you've got everything done . Now I can finally stop worrying about it and get back to work . "Hey , Vernassa . why be angry look ? ", It's the new neighbor . I hate her guts . It's the new neighbor . I hate her guts . , I've never seen you so worked up . what did she do to you ? I've never seen you so worked up . what did she do to you ? , She made another white crack about my clothes . She made another white crack about my clothes . , Are you sure she was trying to put you down ? Are you sure she was trying to put you down ? ," Of course , I am sure . " " Of course , I am sure . ", You shall go easy on her . she is new here . You shall go easy on her . she is new here . , Just how am I supposed to do that ? Just how am I supposed to do that ? , You shall just take it in surprise . You shall just take it in surprise . ," I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons . " " I've tried , but she keeps pushing my buttons . "," Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ? " " Try to pull it together , Vernassa . I am sure things will turn note , ok ? ", I am not . she is no picnic . I am not . she is no picnic . ," Well . if you think I can help , let me know . " " Well . if you think I can help , let me know . "," Thanks , Serena . " "Excuse me , what time do you expect to land in Berlin ? ", We should be there by 5 this afternoon . We should be there by 5 this afternoon . , Do you have any idea how long it will take to clean customs ? Do you have any idea how long it will take to clean customs ? ," Well , it all depends on traffic from other arriving aircraft . " "You ’ re a wonderful person , Kathleen . ", So you are . So you are . , And I ’ m so honored that you would want to be with me because you would never be with anyone who wasn ’ t truly worthy . And I ’ m so honored that you would want to be with me because you would never be with anyone who wasn ’ t truly worthy . , I feel exactly the same way with you . I feel exactly the same way with you . ," Don ’ t , don ’ t , don ’ t , don ’ t say that . That , that makes it worse . " " Don ’ t , don ’ t , don ’ t , don ’ t say that . That , that makes it worse . "," What ? You don ’ t love me ? Me , either . " " What ? You don ’ t love me ? Me , either . ", You don ’ t love me ? You don ’ t love me ? , No . No . , But we ’ re so right for each other . But we ’ re so right for each other . ," I know , I know . Well , is there some , is there someone else ? Oh , that woman on television , Sydney Ann . " "How are you doing ? Pretty good , I imagine ? ", Actually not so good . That's why we made a special trip to see you . Actually not so good . That's why we made a special trip to see you . ," OK , let me hear it . I'd be glad to help if I can . " " OK , let me hear it . I'd be glad to help if I can . ", Good . I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation . Good . I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation . ," Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms . " " Well , I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms . "," I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts . " " I would like to explain to you our financial position . The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money . It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced , and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts . "," But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially . " " But for an enterprise of your size , an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially . "," Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability . " " Well , in fact , it is beyond our financial capability . ", In what way can we solve the problem ? In what way can we solve the problem ? , Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ? Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit ? ," Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks . " " Yes . But the sum is large , it must be provided by a group of banks . "," So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months . " " So , we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan . Six months before each shipment , you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open , in our favour , an irrevocable , dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months . "," Well , we accept your suggestion . " what happened ? Why didn't he win ? , didn't you hear ? He was disqualified . didn't you hear ? He was disqualified . , how did that happen ? He's so talented ! I thought he had a great chance of winning a gold medal ! how did that happen ? He's so talented ! I thought he had a great chance of winning a gold medal ! ," if he didn't have any drug problems , he would have won . " " if he didn't have any drug problems , he would have won . ", what ? What kind of drugs was he using ? what ? What kind of drugs was he using ? , he was taking steroids to make him stronger and faster . he was taking steroids to make him stronger and faster . , I thought that all athletes were supposed to be regularly tested for drugs . I thought that all athletes were supposed to be regularly tested for drugs . , they are . The reason why they didn't disqualify him until after the race is because the results from the text only came back afterwards . they are . The reason why they didn't disqualify him until after the race is because the results from the text only came back afterwards . , that's so disappointing . I don't know why top athletes would feel the need to take drugs . that's so disappointing . I don't know why top athletes would feel the need to take drugs . ," I don't think it's right , but I can understand why they might . Imagine how much pressure there would be to win for your country ! " " I don't think it's right , but I can understand why they might . Imagine how much pressure there would be to win for your country ! "," regardless of how much pressure you're under , there's never a good reason to take drugs . " " regardless of how much pressure you're under , there's never a good reason to take drugs . "," I agree . Hopefully with the new regulations , fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs . " " I agree . Hopefully with the new regulations , fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs . ", let's hope so . "Hello , this is Lucy . May I speak to Mr . Smith ? "," Oh , hello , Lucy . What's up ? " " Oh , hello , Lucy . What's up ? "," I'm afraid I can't come to work today , Mr . Smith . " " I'm afraid I can't come to work today , Mr . Smith . "," Oh , what's wrong with you ? " " Oh , what's wrong with you ? ", I've got a fever and a very sore throat . I've got a fever and a very sore throat . ," Well , you sound ill over the phone . " " Well , you sound ill over the phone . "," Yes . I have to stay in bed today , but I'll be able to come tomorrow . " " Yes . I have to stay in bed today , but I'll be able to come tomorrow . ", That's all right . Have a good rest until you feel well enough . That's all right . Have a good rest until you feel well enough . ," Thank you , Mr . Smith . Goodbye . " " Thank you , Mr . Smith . Goodbye . "," Goodbye , Lucy . " Why are there so many people ? , It seems like a traffic accident . It seems like a traffic accident . , Those people are quarrelling . "Excuse me , bags aren't permitted inside the supermarket . "," Oh , I'm sorry . " " Oh , I'm sorry . ", Don ’ t worry . Just check in your bag before entering . Don ’ t worry . Just check in your bag before entering . , Thanks . Could you tell me where I should deposit my bag ? Thanks . Could you tell me where I should deposit my bag ? , The checkroom is just behind the front door . The checkroom is just behind the front door . , OK . I will deposit my bag right now . Shall I take a picture of all of you ? ," Ok , thank you . All you have to do is focus it . " " Ok , thank you . All you have to do is focus it . ", All right . Say cheese ! All right . Say cheese ! , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . I hope it'll come out well . You ’ re welcome . I hope it'll come out well . , I'm sure it will . "Good evening , madam . Did you ring for service ? Who can I do for you ? ", Yes . The light in this room is too dim . Please get me a brighter one . Yes . The light in this room is too dim . Please get me a brighter one . ," Certainly , madam . I'll be back right away . Do you mind if I move your things ? " " Certainly , madam . I'll be back right away . Do you mind if I move your things ? "," Oh , no . Go ahead . " " Oh , no . Go ahead . ", Thank you . How is the light now ? Thank you . How is the light now ? , It's much better now . Thank you . It's much better now . Thank you . ," You're welcome . And if you need any other things , please let us know . " " You're welcome . And if you need any other things , please let us know . "," Ah , yes , the room is too cold for me . I feel rather cold when I sleep . Can you turn off the air-conditioning ? " " Ah , yes , the room is too cold for me . I feel rather cold when I sleep . Can you turn off the air-conditioning ? "," The air-conditioning is already off , madam . " " The air-conditioning is already off , madam . ", Maybe I'm getting a cold . Maybe I'm getting a cold . , Would you like an extra blanket ? Would you like an extra blanket ? ," OK . And would you please get me some hot water , too ? I think I need to take some medicine . " " OK . And would you please get me some hot water , too ? I think I need to take some medicine . "," Certainly , madam . I'll be right back . Here is a blanket and hot water for you . Anything else ? " " Certainly , madam . I'll be right back . Here is a blanket and hot water for you . Anything else ? "," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . "," Good night , madam . " Why do you want to be a tour guide ? , I like to travel and I also like meeting various kinds of people . I like to travel and I also like meeting various kinds of people . , What courses have you completed at college ? What courses have you completed at college ? ," I have studied English , tourist culture , guiding methods and techniques and so on . " " I have studied English , tourist culture , guiding methods and techniques and so on . ", Have you learned any other foreign languages ? Have you learned any other foreign languages ? ," Yes , I have learned Japanese as well . " " Yes , I have learned Japanese as well . ", Do you know that is a hard job ? Do you know that is a hard job ? ," Yes , I know . But I don't mind working hard . " " Yes , I know . But I don't mind working hard . ", Is there anything you want to ask about ? Is there anything you want to ask about ? , No . I only wish that you could give me a definite answer to my application as soon as possible . Excuse me . What time does the next train to London leave ? , At 10:30 . At 10:30 . , Is it a direct train to London ? Is it a direct train to London ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . "," OK . Two tickets to London , please . " " OK . Two tickets to London , please . ", Single or return ? Single or return ? ," Single , please . How much in total ? " " Single , please . How much in total ? ", 10 pounds . 10 pounds . , Here you are . Which platform should I go to wait for the train ? Here you are . Which platform should I go to wait for the train ? , It's platform 5 . It's platform 5 . , OK . Thank you . How do I set up an email account ? ," Oh , that ’ s easy . Go to yahoo.com . Now , click on the link with the picture of an envelope . " " Oh , that ’ s easy . Go to yahoo.com . Now , click on the link with the picture of an envelope . ", Which link ? Which link ? ," That one , the one that says , “ Mail . ” " " That one , the one that says , “ Mail . ” "," Oh , no . What did I do ? It ’ s asking me for a password . " " Oh , no . What did I do ? It ’ s asking me for a password . "," Don ’ t worry . See where it says , “ New User ” ? " " Don ’ t worry . See where it says , “ New User ” ? ", Yes . Yes . , Click on that . Click on that . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," Yeah , just fill out this form and choose a password . The computer will do the rest . " Congratulations ! I heard that you are going to take a two-week training course in the headquarter . , Thank you . I am very happy to have this opportunity to learn something new . You know information and knowledge in this field update very fast . Thank you . I am very happy to have this opportunity to learn something new . You know information and knowledge in this field update very fast . , Sure it is . This is a changing world . Does the training course cover the new law and regulation issued last month ? They are very useful for us . Sure it is . This is a changing world . Does the training course cover the new law and regulation issued last month ? They are very useful for us . ," Yes , according to the agenda , there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course . " " Yes , according to the agenda , there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course . "," Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training . " " Well , good for you . I hope you can get what you want from the training . ", I will do my best . You look pale today . , I didn't wear make-up this morning . I didn't wear make-up this morning . , You should do sports to keep young . You should do sports to keep young . ," You're right.Make - up can only disguise my age , but exercise may delay it . " It's especially cold when the wind is blowing . , Why don't you wear a scarf ? Why don't you wear a scarf ? , What can wearing one do for me ? What can wearing one do for me ? , You're cold because the wind is blowing into your open collar . It's not because your jacket isn't thick enough . You're cold because the wind is blowing into your open collar . It's not because your jacket isn't thick enough . , So wearing a scarf helps your body to stay warm inside your jacket . So wearing a scarf helps your body to stay warm inside your jacket . , Yes . That's the secret to wearing a thin jacket . Yes . That's the secret to wearing a thin jacket . ," You know , sometimes I can't feel my ears and fingers . " " You know , sometimes I can't feel my ears and fingers . ", I'll lend you my gloves and earmuffs until you get your own . I'll lend you my gloves and earmuffs until you get your own . ," Thanks , Pam . You're my lifesaver . " "Excuse me , sir . I would like to buy a bag of tissue paper and shoe cream . ", Fine . Here you are . Anything else ? Fine . Here you are . Anything else ? , That's it . How much ? This one looks great ! I love the seashore . , So do I . The sun ... the sand ... the ocean ! So do I . The sun ... the sand ... the ocean ! ," And listen to this ! What do you think of sailing , swimming , windsurfing , and fishing ? " " And listen to this ! What do you think of sailing , swimming , windsurfing , and fishing ? "," Oh , Tom ! They sound fantastic . I really like all those things . " " Oh , Tom ! They sound fantastic . I really like all those things . "," Yeah ... me , too . " " Yeah ... me , too . "," Well , except fishing . To be honest , I hate fishing , but I love all the others . " " Well , except fishing . To be honest , I hate fishing , but I love all the others . ", Hey ! Look at this ! We can stay in a big hotel or we can stay in a little cabin by the beach . Hey ! Look at this ! We can stay in a big hotel or we can stay in a little cabin by the beach . , You know . I really don't those big hotels . You know . I really don't those big hotels . , Neither do I . Let's stay in a cabin.It ' ll be much nicer right beside the ocean . My Goodness ! What a busy line so early in the morning ! Hello . , Ruth ? Basil . Ruth ? Basil . ," Hi , Basil . " " Hi , Basil . ", Want a ride to the office ? Want a ride to the office ? ," Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave . " " Yes , by all means . I was just about to leave . ", Hold on . Just 5 minutes . Hold on . Just 5 minutes . , I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you . I'll wait on the sidewalk . It's very kind of you . , It's my pleasure . See you . It's my pleasure . See you . ," Hi , Basil . " " Hi , Basil . "," Hi , Ruth . Hop in . " " Hi , Ruth . Hop in . ", Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ? Do you mind if I take some notes while we drive ? , Of course I don't mind . For your report ? Of course I don't mind . For your report ? ," Yes , I finally have an inspiration . " " Yes , I finally have an inspiration . "," Good for you . No problem , I'll listen to the car radio " Would you mind if I ask the insurance policy of our company ? ," No , I don't . Please . " " No , I don't . Please . ", I wonder whether I can enjoy the life insurance and health insurance . I wonder whether I can enjoy the life insurance and health insurance . ," Of course . And 2 - week paid vacation a year , a 5 - day work week . " How long have you been in this company ? , I came two years ago after I graduated from college . This is my first job . I came two years ago after I graduated from college . This is my first job . , You must have found much difference between working in company and studying in college . You must have found much difference between working in company and studying in college . ," Of course ! Everyday , there is a deadline to meet . Bosses watching and testing me all the time , not liking in college , handed in paper months later and tested on schedule . It is so busy . But anyway , I have been trying my best to be a good employee . " " Of course ! Everyday , there is a deadline to meet . Bosses watching and testing me all the time , not liking in college , handed in paper months later and tested on schedule . It is so busy . But anyway , I have been trying my best to be a good employee . "," Well , you ’ Ve adapted yourself very well . Everyone in our office thinks you ’ Ve made a great progress in the past two years . What is your secret ? " " Well , you ’ Ve adapted yourself very well . Everyone in our office thinks you ’ Ve made a great progress in the past two years . What is your secret ? "," It is so encouraging to hear this remark . The secret is to make plans . Write down your goals , short-term and long-term and make detail plans for a week or a month . Then just work hard . " Have you ever been to Japan ? I'm going in the fall . ," Yeah , I've been there twice . " " Yeah , I've been there twice . ", Really ? Tell me about it . What's it like ? Really ? Tell me about it . What's it like ? ," Oh , it's fantastic . " " Oh , it's fantastic . ", Where did you go ? Where did you go ? ," On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto . " " On my first trip I went to Tokyo , and on my second trip I visited Kyoto . ", What did you think of Tokyo ? What did you think of Tokyo ? ," Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too . " " Very big and exciting , but very crowded , too . ", Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds ! Yeah . I've seen pictures of the crowds ! , And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive . And the restaurant are excellent ... but they're kind of expensive . , And how about Kyoto ? And how about Kyoto ? , Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens.It ' s a very historic city . Kyoto is lovely . It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens.It ' s a very historic city . , How was the weather ? How was the weather ? ," I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October.It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity . " " I was in Tokyo in August , and it was really hot and humid . I went to Kyoto in October.It was hot and sunny , but there was no humidity . ", Sounds perfect . I can't wait ! "Great . My favorite-soup , soup , soup ... "," Oh , and there's one more thing you have to do every hour on the hour , sweets . " " Oh , and there's one more thing you have to do every hour on the hour , sweets . ", Blow my nose ? Blow my nose ? ," Well , you do that when your nose needs blowing . I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster . " " Well , you do that when your nose needs blowing . I was talking about a way to make your throat heal faster . "," No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater ! " " No , please , Mom ! Don't make me gargle with saltwater ! "," It works better than any medicine , Lily . I'll make you a glass right now , and you'll finish it ! " Why is there no water coming out when you turn on the faucet ? , Not even a single drop ? Not even a single drop ? ," Well , it's just drip drip drip . But that's not water . " " Well , it's just drip drip drip . But that's not water . "," I don't know . Since yesterday morning , the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip . " " I don't know . Since yesterday morning , the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip . ", Did you call the apartment management yet ? Did you call the apartment management yet ? ," Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over . " " Yeah , I called and they said they'd send someone over . ", How long ago did you do that ? How long ago did you do that ? , It was 36 hours ago . It was 36 hours ago . , That's outrageous ! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this . I need a taxi . ," We could easily provide you with a private vehicle , if you'd prefer . " " We could easily provide you with a private vehicle , if you'd prefer . "," No , the taxi will do . " " No , the taxi will do . ", Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine . Perhaps you'd like to take a beautiful limousine . ," No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine . " " No , thank you . Taxis and I get along just fine . "," No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ? " " No private vehicle , no limo . Got it . Where are you going ? ", I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center . I'm seeing a show at Rockefeller Center . , What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ? What time should the taxi be here to pick you up ? , I'm ready to go right now . I'm ready to go right now . ," I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir . " " I'll have a taxi for you momentarily , sir . "," Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs . " " Great ! As soon as I brush my teeth , I'll be downstairs . "," You'll enjoy our new , clean taxis , sir . " "Is your turn , Sir . I ‘ m sorry that you have to wait . Saturday is busy day for us . "," I suppose so . Hair cut , please . " " I suppose so . Hair cut , please . ", How so you want to your hair cut ? Any particular way ? How so you want to your hair cut ? Any particular way ? , I ’ d just like to trim . Don ’ t cut too short . I ’ d just like to trim . Don ’ t cut too short . ," Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ? " " Yes , sir . How about the sideburns ? ", I think they need a little trimming . I think they need a little trimming . , Can I use the clippers ? Can I use the clippers ? ," No , don ’ t use them , please . " " No , don ’ t use them , please . "," All right , Sir . " " All right , Sir . "," Would you trim off a bit there , about the ear . " " Would you trim off a bit there , about the ear . ", Don ’ t you think it needs about a little taken off and talk to . Don ’ t you think it needs about a little taken off and talk to . ," oh , yes . That would be better . " " oh , yes . That would be better . ", About like this ? About like this ? ," No , not that much . And yes , that ’ fine . " " No , not that much . And yes , that ’ fine . "," Shave also , Sir . " " Shave also , Sir . ", Yes . Yes . , How do you want to your mustache trimmed ? How are you doing ? , Everything ’ s fine with me . Everything ’ s fine with me . , What can I do for you today ? What can I do for you today ? , Is it possible for me to view the apartment today ? Is it possible for me to view the apartment today ? ," Unfortunately , you will not be able to view it today . " " Unfortunately , you will not be able to view it today . ", Why can ’ t I view it today ? Why can ’ t I view it today ? , You ’ ll need to make an appointment to view the apartment . You ’ ll need to make an appointment to view the apartment . , I understand . May I make an appointment then ? I understand . May I make an appointment then ? , How does this Friday sound ? How does this Friday sound ? , Friday at 6 pm . would be perfect . Friday at 6 pm . would be perfect . , That will be fine . That will be fine . , Thanks for your help . What is your nationality ? , I am Chinese by birth . I am Chinese by birth . , Where is your domicile place ? Where is your domicile place ? , My domicile place is Hebes Province . "Peter , go and tidy up your toys now . "," Wait a moment , mom . " " Wait a moment , mom . "," I'm mad ! I said now ! Turn off the TV , and do it now . " " I'm mad ! I said now ! Turn off the TV , and do it now . "," Mom , just ten more minutes . The show is going to be over soon . " " Mom , just ten more minutes . The show is going to be over soon . "," Peter , if you don't do it soon , I will throw your toys in the trash can . " Excuse me . ," Hello sir , may I help you ? " " Hello sir , may I help you ? ", Yes . Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please ? Yes . Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please ? , Sure . Here it is . Sure . Here it is . , How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? , 50 dollars . 50 dollars . , 50 dollars . That's too much . 50 dollars . That's too much . , How about this one ? It's on sale for only 35 dollars . How about this one ? It's on sale for only 35 dollars . , I don't like that one . I don't like that one . , How about the one next to the black gloves ? It's very similar to the one you like . How about the one next to the black gloves ? It's very similar to the one you like . , That's nice . How much is it ? That's nice . How much is it ? , 30 dollars . 30 dollars . , That'll be fine . That'll be fine . ," Is this color OK , or would you like a different color ? " " Is this color OK , or would you like a different color ? ", That blue one's fine . That blue one's fine . , Do you need any more of these shirts ? Do you need any more of these shirts ? , Yes . Yes . , How many do you want ? How many do you want ? ," I'll take two more , a red one and a white one . " Okay . This trail looks the best . It's a little steep . But I'm sure it will be alright . ," Well . You're the tour guide , I'll follow you . " " Well . You're the tour guide , I'll follow you . ", ... What a stink . This place stinks like rotten eggs . ... What a stink . This place stinks like rotten eggs . , That's sulphur you can smell . The whole of Taiwan is a volcanic region . That's why Taiwan has so many hot springs . It's volcanic activity.The sulfur smoke that you can smell is coming from those fumaroles over there . That's sulphur you can smell . The whole of Taiwan is a volcanic region . That's why Taiwan has so many hot springs . It's volcanic activity.The sulfur smoke that you can smell is coming from those fumaroles over there . , Suddenly the ' great outdoors ' isn't so appealing . Let's hike a little faster ... "Mr . Smith , I would like to get right to the point here . First , we need to talk about how much each company will pay . "," Well , we want to have the largest share . Our company is much larger than yours , and we have been in business longer . " " Well , we want to have the largest share . Our company is much larger than yours , and we have been in business longer . "," Let's look at that another way . The major point is the value that we add , not who has been in business longer , or is bigger . " " Let's look at that another way . The major point is the value that we add , not who has been in business longer , or is bigger . ", What are you thinking about ? What are you thinking about ? ," We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested . " " We do not want to place ourselves in an inferior position . We are a good , small company---that's why you are interested . "," Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ? " " Then , what would make you feel more comfortable ? "," If you take a 75 % position in the venture , we would take a back seat to you . " "After you've thought it over , get back to me and we can go ahead . "," Miao Ping , if I do decide to go ahead , how will the interest if I exceed be counted ? " " Miao Ping , if I do decide to go ahead , how will the interest if I exceed be counted ? ", It is higher than the rate of interest for Current Deposits and a little lower than the rate for the 6 - month time deposits . It is higher than the rate of interest for Current Deposits and a little lower than the rate for the 6 - month time deposits . ," So , if I do decide to go ahead , how can my company open a Corporate Agreement Savings Plan with you ? " " So , if I do decide to go ahead , how can my company open a Corporate Agreement Savings Plan with you ? "," First of all , you need to sign a Corporate Agreement Savings Contract with us . This means we can go ahead and open an account of agreement savings based on your settlement account . " " First of all , you need to sign a Corporate Agreement Savings Contract with us . This means we can go ahead and open an account of agreement savings based on your settlement account . "," OK , let's get the ball rolling on this . " The teacher should give us more time to complete this assignment . , You're right . Let's ask her to give us one more week . "Hi , Zina . I had a feeling you'd be stopping by . ", Then you've heard from Vital ? Then you've heard from Vital ? , Yes . Yes . ," Look , Vince . I didn't mean to step on your toes , but we need to be decisive . " " Look , Vince . I didn't mean to step on your toes , but we need to be decisive . ", I know it . WebTracker is playing for keeps . They'll go for our jugular if we give them the chance . I know it . WebTracker is playing for keeps . They'll go for our jugular if we give them the chance . ," This is awkward , I know . I know you're upset . But in two weeks you'll be thanking me . " " This is awkward , I know . I know you're upset . But in two weeks you'll be thanking me . ", Maybe . Maybe I will . It's quiet everywhere in winter . , Yes . I like winter . Yes . I like winter . , Me too . Me too . , It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ? It's snowing heavily . What about taking a walk ? , That's a good idea . Let's go ! That's a good idea . Let's go ! , What a heavy snow ! Look ! The water is frozen . What a heavy snow ! Look ! The water is frozen . , Take care ! Don't slip on the ground . Take care ! Don't slip on the ground . , I've got it . I like the feeling of stepping on the ice . I've got it . I like the feeling of stepping on the ice . , Yes . Very wonderful . Yes . Very wonderful . , There is a snowman over there . There is a snowman over there . , How lovely it is ! What's the matter with you ? You don't look well . , Nothing . Maybe it is just the weather . Rainy days often make me feel a little sad . Nothing . Maybe it is just the weather . Rainy days often make me feel a little sad . , Really ? I like rainy days . The moisture in the air is good for my skin . Really ? I like rainy days . The moisture in the air is good for my skin . , Sure . But it is too cold today . I have to put on warm clothes and look stupid . Sure . But it is too cold today . I have to put on warm clothes and look stupid . ," Me , too . At this time of the year , I often miss my home in the warm south . " Good afternoon . I've brought the extra blanket you asked for . ," Oh , thank you . " " Oh , thank you . ", Is there anything I can do for you now ? Is there anything I can do for you now ? , Yes . I'm rather tired and want to go to bed early . Please make the bed . Yes . I'm rather tired and want to go to bed early . Please make the bed . ," Certainly , sir . " "You see , the bungee participants take a deep breath when they stand at the starting spot and then , like diving , their heads are over heels and they jump off into the realm of the combination of heaven and earth The wind roars at their ears and their bodies rapidly descend . They do not even have enough time to do several gymnastic movements and they are rebounded to the upper air by the cord . ", Entrusting life to the care of a rope indeed requires infinite courage . Entrusting life to the care of a rope indeed requires infinite courage . ," A young French fellow recalled his first bungee experience and said , When I fastened the cord and walked to the platform , I was extremely nervous . When I looked down , I was nervous even more.If the cord had broken , I would be knocked to bake meat . However , I knew my worries were unwanted . I was afraid if I retreated others might say something about me . I had to harden my heart and impose my head downward . I only felt wind wiring at my ears . My body rapidly descended . I thought that after only seven or eight seconds I was rebounded to upper air by the cord . In fact it was 30 seconds . Maybe because of my nervousness , I only felt seven or eight seconds . When rebounding to the high altitude , I felt a sudden sense of relief . I did not feel nervous very much , but very comfortable . " " A young French fellow recalled his first bungee experience and said , When I fastened the cord and walked to the platform , I was extremely nervous . When I looked down , I was nervous even more.If the cord had broken , I would be knocked to bake meat . However , I knew my worries were unwanted . I was afraid if I retreated others might say something about me . I had to harden my heart and impose my head downward . I only felt wind wiring at my ears . My body rapidly descended . I thought that after only seven or eight seconds I was rebounded to upper air by the cord . In fact it was 30 seconds . Maybe because of my nervousness , I only felt seven or eight seconds . When rebounding to the high altitude , I felt a sudden sense of relief . I did not feel nervous very much , but very comfortable . ", It is hard to come by in life that you experience this kind of comfortable ! Can you send someone to fix my internet ? , Are you having a problem with it ? Are you having a problem with it ? , My internet is having problems connecting . My internet is having problems connecting . , Can you tell me how long your internet has been messing up ? Can you tell me how long your internet has been messing up ? , I've been having this problem for the last few days . I've been having this problem for the last few days . , Will the internet even pop up ? Will the internet even pop up ? ," It'll pop up , but it won't connect to a webpage . " " It'll pop up , but it won't connect to a webpage . "," Since the internet isn't broken , your connection must be messed up . " " Since the internet isn't broken , your connection must be messed up . ", Do you think you can send somebody over to fix it ? Do you think you can send somebody over to fix it ? ," If you'd like , I can send someone to fix it right now . " " If you'd like , I can send someone to fix it right now . ", How long will it be till they get here ? How long will it be till they get here ? , It should be no longer than an hour . "Bad news , I'm afraid . Our supplier has gone bust . The parts you ordered have arrived at the docks but the handling agent won't release them until someone pays the invoice . We also need to arrange transport to the factory . ", Don't worry about the cost . Our insurance policy covers us against situations like this . We need those parts urgently . Could you please try to get them here tomorrow ? Mr . Crane ’ s office . Sandy speaking . May I help you ? ," Hi , Sandy . It ’ s Walter Knight . I need to book some time with Mr . Crane . " " Hi , Sandy . It ’ s Walter Knight . I need to book some time with Mr . Crane . "," Certainly , Mr . Knight . When would you like to meet with him ? " " Certainly , Mr . Knight . When would you like to meet with him ? ", Can you see what his schedule is like on Wednesday ? Are you ready to order ? ," Yes , I ’ ll have the Texas chili burger . " " Yes , I ’ ll have the Texas chili burger . ", Would you like fries with that ? Would you like fries with that ? ," A large , with tons of ketchup . " " A large , with tons of ketchup . ", And to drink ? And to drink ? ," I ’ ll have a diet coke , please . " " I ’ ll have a diet coke , please . ", Is this dine-in or take-out ? Is this dine-in or take-out ? ," Take-out , please . " May I ask who's the manager ? , I am . What can I do for you ? I am . What can I do for you ? , I've something urgent to tell you . I've something urgent to tell you . ," Come on in , please . " Does this TV work well ? ," Yes , it is almost new here . " " Yes , it is almost new here . ", Is it a color TV or a black and white TV ? Is it a color TV or a black and white TV ? ," It is a color TV . You know , the rich people like the digital one now . So they have no room for them . " I'm calling about our appointment . I can't call on you this evening.My wife is terribly ill . , Sorry to hear that . Sorry to hear that . , How about next week ? How about next week ? ," Fine , we'll be expecting you then . " Do you know that scientists replicated a sheep into an identical clone . , I heard about that . It was successful . I heard about that . It was successful . , It's a big jump in science . Maybe more like a leap . It's a big jump in science . Maybe more like a leap . ," I should say , it stunned me . I can't imagine what they will think of next . " "Hi , Steven ! What do you like to do during the weekend ? ", I love swimming and cycling . On Saturday morning I usually ride my bike around the city or the country road for almost two hours . I love swimming and cycling . On Saturday morning I usually ride my bike around the city or the country road for almost two hours . , That ’ s great ! I think they do you a lot of good . That ’ s great ! I think they do you a lot of good . ," Sure , they do . " " Sure , they do . ", But why do you choose cycling at first ? But why do you choose cycling at first ? , Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection . Because it is convenient and good for environmental protection . , You are really a good citizen . You are really a good citizen . , That ’ s what I can do . I'd like to have this shirt washed and ironed . ," OK , do you want us to use starch ? " " OK , do you want us to use starch ? "," Yes , heavy starch in the collar please . " " Yes , heavy starch in the collar please . "," Yeah , sir . Your shirt will be ready by Thursday morning . Anything else ? " " Yeah , sir . Your shirt will be ready by Thursday morning . Anything else ? ", I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent . I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned . Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow ? It's urgent . ," No problem , sir . " " No problem , sir . ", Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ? Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes ? , We'll remain open from 9 a . m . till 8 p . m . We'll remain open from 9 a . m . till 8 p . m . , I see . I see . ," Here's your laundry ticket , sir . " " Here's your laundry ticket , sir . ", Thank you . Has Alan shown up yet ? , Nope . I guess something might have come up . Nope . I guess something might have come up . , I wonder what happened . I wonder what happened . , I don't know . I hope it's nothing serious . I don't know . I hope it's nothing serious . , Last week his sister was admitted to the hospital . Last week his sister was admitted to the hospital . , Oh ? What happened ? Oh ? What happened ? , His sister had a car accident last week . His sister had a car accident last week . , Is she fine now ? Is she fine now ? , She is still in a coma . She is still in a coma . ," Oh , poor Alan ! His sister is the only one he has left since his parents died last year . " "Recycling is big business these days , isn't it ? "," Yes , it's definitely a growing business . " " Yes , it's definitely a growing business . ", What do you recycle in your plant ? What do you recycle in your plant ? , Mainly plastics . Plastics aren ’ t bio degradable - they don ’ t break down easily in the environment - so they shouldn't be thrown away . Mainly plastics . Plastics aren ’ t bio degradable - they don ’ t break down easily in the environment - so they shouldn't be thrown away . ," How is plastic recycled , then ? " " How is plastic recycled , then ? "," Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals . " " Well , there are basically two methods . One is to break down the chemicals in the plastic into smaller chemical particles . These can then be used in the production of new chemicals . ", Is that the method you use here ? Is that the method you use here ? ," No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products . " " No , we don't do that here . We recycle polyethylene and we make it into other products . ", How do you do that ? How do you do that ? , By melting it down and then reforming it . Our main products are bin liners for kitchen bins and carrier bags for supermarkets . You want to argue your ticket today ? , Yes . That is why I'm here . Yes . That is why I'm here . , Tell me your argument . Tell me your argument . , I was pulled over for allegedly speeding . I was pulled over for allegedly speeding . , Are you sure you weren't speeding ? Are you sure you weren't speeding ? ," To be honest , I really wasn't . " " To be honest , I really wasn't . ", What speed were you going ? What speed were you going ? ," I was under the speed limit . I was going 35 , when the speed limit was 40 . " " I was under the speed limit . I was going 35 , when the speed limit was 40 . "," I'm just going to let you go , since the arresting officer isn't here . " " I'm just going to let you go , since the arresting officer isn't here . ", What about my ticket ? Do I still need to pay ? What about my ticket ? Do I still need to pay ? , Don't worry about it . Don't worry about it . , I'm so glad for your help . Where are you feeling the pain ? , I can ’ t stand up ! My stomach is killing me ! I can ’ t stand up ! My stomach is killing me ! , Can you put your hand where it hurts the most ? Can you put your hand where it hurts the most ? , It hurts smack in the middle of my gut ! It hurts smack in the middle of my gut ! , Did this just come on suddenly ? Did this just come on suddenly ? ," I felt OK until an hour or so ago , and then I just doubled over . " " I felt OK until an hour or so ago , and then I just doubled over . ", Have you exercised strenuously or played sports recently ? Have you exercised strenuously or played sports recently ? ," No , and I don ’ t usually get a lot of stomachaches . " " No , and I don ’ t usually get a lot of stomachaches . ", We need to get you to an emergency room to see what the problem is . We need to get you to an emergency room to see what the problem is . , I think that that is the best way to figure out what is causing this . Thank you . Your ring is very beautiful . , Thank you . It has been handed down in my family for three generations . Thank you . It has been handed down in my family for three generations . ," Oh , it is precious . " " Oh , it is precious . ", It surely is . What do you want to know about me ? , How about your academic records at college ? How about your academic records at college ? , The average grade of all my courses is above 85 . The average grade of all my courses is above 85 . , In which subject did you get the highest marks ? In which subject did you get the highest marks ? , In mathematics I got a 98 . In mathematics I got a 98 . , Have you received any scholarships ? Have you received any scholarships ? ," Yes , I have , and three times in total . " " Yes , I have , and three times in total . ", Have you been a class leader ? Have you been a class leader ? , I have been a class commissary in charge of studies for two years . I have been a class commissary in charge of studies for two years . , Did you join in any club activities ? Did you join in any club activities ? , I was an aerobics team member in college . I was an aerobics team member in college . , What sport are you good at ? What sport are you good at ? , I am good at sprint and table tennis . I am good at sprint and table tennis . , You are excellent . Would you be willing to accompany me to the party tonight ? ," Sure , I'd love to . " Have you got any plans for the coming holiday ? ," Yes , I have a very special one . I will be doing volunteer work in a zoo for two weeks . A friend of mine working there told me the other day that they were in need of some volunteer keepers . I was very interested . So I asked him to get me the application form . Lucky , my application was approved by the manager very soon . " " Yes , I have a very special one . I will be doing volunteer work in a zoo for two weeks . A friend of mine working there told me the other day that they were in need of some volunteer keepers . I was very interested . So I asked him to get me the application form . Lucky , my application was approved by the manager very soon . ", Volunteer in a zoo ? What specific things will you do ? Volunteer in a zoo ? What specific things will you do ? ," I will help to prepare food , feed animals and clean up . I ’ m very excited about it now . " " I will help to prepare food , feed animals and clean up . I ’ m very excited about it now . ", It must be a unique experience . I ’ m looking forward to share your story when you come back . It must be a unique experience . I ’ m looking forward to share your story when you come back . ," Ok , I will bring you photos as many as possible . " "Excuse me , do you have the latest issue of Newsworld ? "," Yes , this week's issue just came in . Here it is . " " Yes , this week's issue just came in . Here it is . ", How about Music Madness ? How about Music Madness ? ," Let me check ... yes , we got the October issue a few days ago . It's on that shelf over there . " " Let me check ... yes , we got the October issue a few days ago . It's on that shelf over there . "," Okay , I'll take these two magazines and a copy of Today's Post . " I see by your resume that you have been working ? ," Yes , I have worked for four years with a Canadian Company . " " Yes , I have worked for four years with a Canadian Company . "," Tell me what you know about our company , please . " " Tell me what you know about our company , please . "," Well , Mark Smith , who was the first president , founded the company in Ottawa in 1955 . It has 1.5 billion dollars in capital.it employs 8,000 people , and it is the largest company in its field in Canada . " " Well , Mark Smith , who was the first president , founded the company in Ottawa in 1955 . It has 1.5 billion dollars in capital.it employs 8,000 people , and it is the largest company in its field in Canada . ", What do you know about our major products and our share of the market ? What do you know about our major products and our share of the market ? ," Your company's products are mostly marketed in Canada and the United States , but particularly have sold very well here in China . So I think in the future you'll find China to be a profitable market as well . " " Your company's products are mostly marketed in Canada and the United States , but particularly have sold very well here in China . So I think in the future you'll find China to be a profitable market as well . ", What made you decide to change your job ? What made you decide to change your job ? , Because I want to change my working environment and seek new challenges . Because I want to change my working environment and seek new challenges . , Do you like this job ? Do you like this job ? ," Yes , I like it very much . " " Yes , I like it very much . ", What do you think is the most important qualification for a salesperson ? What do you think is the most important qualification for a salesperson ? , I think it is confidence in himself and his products . I think it is confidence in himself and his products . , I agree with you . Do you have any questions to ask about this job ? I agree with you . Do you have any questions to ask about this job ? ," Yes , I'd like to know something about the salary . " " Yes , I'd like to know something about the salary . "," I think the starting salary for a salesperson is between 1,500 - 2,000 Yuan . But the specific number will be determined according to your sales . " " I think the starting salary for a salesperson is between 1,500 - 2,000 Yuan . But the specific number will be determined according to your sales . ", When can I get the final decision ? When can I get the final decision ? ," We cannot reach a final decision until we have talked to all of the other five applicants . Anyhow , we'll contact you within this month . All right . Nice meeting you . Good-bye . " " We cannot reach a final decision until we have talked to all of the other five applicants . Anyhow , we'll contact you within this month . All right . Nice meeting you . Good-bye . "," Nice meeting you , too . Good-bye . " My brother joined the army last year . ," Oh , what does he look like ? Is he tall ? " " Oh , what does he look like ? Is he tall ? ", He's tall and strong . He's tall and strong . , I can tell it from your build . Welcome . Can I help you with anything ? , Hi . I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday . Do you have any suggestions ? Hi . I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday . Do you have any suggestions ? , Let's see . How about a nice shirt and tie ? You can't go wrong there . Let's see . How about a nice shirt and tie ? You can't go wrong there . , Well . He doesn't wear ties that often . Well . He doesn't wear ties that often . , We have some nice pants . You can also get him a belt with it . We have some nice pants . You can also get him a belt with it . , That sounds good . Which one do you recommend ? That sounds good . Which one do you recommend ? , These slacks are very popular . He can wear them to dress up a little or on a normal casual day . These slacks are very popular . He can wear them to dress up a little or on a normal casual day . , I like them . Do you have matching belts ? I like them . Do you have matching belts ? , Yes . Right over here . Yes . Right over here . , How much are they ? How much are they ? ," The pants are on sale for $ 40 , and the belt is $ 25 . " " The pants are on sale for $ 40 , and the belt is $ 25 . ", What is your return policy just in case he doesn't like them ? What is your return policy just in case he doesn't like them ? , Just save the receipt and we will gladly return or exchange them for you . Just save the receipt and we will gladly return or exchange them for you . , That sounds great . I'll take them . "Hi , buddy ! How do you deal with your salary ? "," I usually put them into my bank account . I think that is a little secure , though the interest rate is low now . " " I usually put them into my bank account . I think that is a little secure , though the interest rate is low now . "," Look ! This stock is rising now . I am researching it , and planning to buy some shares . " " Look ! This stock is rising now . I am researching it , and planning to buy some shares . ", Have you invested in the stock market before ? Have you invested in the stock market before ? , No . This is my first time to buy some . You can see that its historical price data is rising now . No . This is my first time to buy some . You can see that its historical price data is rising now . ," But that is a little risky , you know . " " But that is a little risky , you know . "," Hey ! Do you still remember our teacher of economics , Mr . Locker ? " " Hey ! Do you still remember our teacher of economics , Mr . Locker ? ", Of course ! I remember he has a part-time job as a stock analyst . Of course ! I remember he has a part-time job as a stock analyst . , I can ask for some advice from him . I heard many stories about your brother . , He's a hero in our town . He's a hero in our town . , What does he look like ? Is he handsome ? What does he look like ? Is he handsome ? ," Yes , indeed , People say he's the smartest young man . " "So , what ’ s new in the kitchen ? That refrigerator is new , isn ’ t it ? "," Yes . I needed a large one . Before , I had a separate refrigerator and freezer , but this has both combined into one . " " Yes . I needed a large one . Before , I had a separate refrigerator and freezer , but this has both combined into one . ", That ’ s usual nowadays . You ’ Ve added a few shelves too . That ’ s usual nowadays . You ’ Ve added a few shelves too . , Yes . You know I ’ Ve been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients . Yes . You know I ’ Ve been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients . , Did you buy new cupboards too ? Did you buy new cupboards too ? ," No , I didn ’ t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added . " " No , I didn ’ t . I gave them a really good clean , so they just look new . The worktop was in poor condition , so I had a new one added . ", I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils . I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils . ," Yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ’ m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over . " " Yes , I have . I need them to help me with these new dished I ’ m trying to make . I need a little more practice before I invite guests over . "," Looking at the spice rack , I ’ d say you ’ Ve been learning how to make asian food . " " Looking at the spice rack , I ’ d say you ’ Ve been learning how to make asian food . "," Yes . I ’ Ve always likes Indian and thai food , so I ’ Ve been trying to make dishes from those countries . I ’ m pretty good at making curries now , but I still need practice at making thai food . " " Yes . I ’ Ve always likes Indian and thai food , so I ’ Ve been trying to make dishes from those countries . I ’ m pretty good at making curries now , but I still need practice at making thai food . "," Both kinds of food are becoming popular.Nowadays , it ’ s very easy to pick up the ingredients at the supermarket . " " Both kinds of food are becoming popular.Nowadays , it ’ s very easy to pick up the ingredients at the supermarket . ", I hope you can stay for dinner . I need a guinea pig ! "Fred , is it a good time to talk with you ? "," Sure , what's the matter ? " " Sure , what's the matter ? "," As you know , I have accepted three new programs in our company this year , but I am not sure I can do my work well . And right now my dilemma is that I can not find a person whom I can trust for these three programs . " " As you know , I have accepted three new programs in our company this year , but I am not sure I can do my work well . And right now my dilemma is that I can not find a person whom I can trust for these three programs . ", What do you think we can do about this ? What do you think we can do about this ? ," We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs . " " We are not willing to miss the chance ; however , our staff is not big enough now . So , to be honest , I want you to help me to finish all these programs . "," Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this . " " Well , sir , I am busy in market development . So I am worried whether I can do this . "," I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this . " " I am aware you have been working so hard . Before hiring more employees , you are still needed to do this . ", OK ! I will try this . Hello ? This is Mike here . May I have a word with Grace ? , She ’ s not at her desk at the moment . Is there any message I can give her ? She ’ s not at her desk at the moment . Is there any message I can give her ? ," Yes . Please tell her that tickets to Phantom of the Opera will be delivered in two days . My number is 6521684 0 , extension 236 . " " Yes . Please tell her that tickets to Phantom of the Opera will be delivered in two days . My number is 6521684 0 , extension 236 . ", Ok . I ’ ll let her know as soon as possible . Ok . I ’ ll let her know as soon as possible . , Thanks a lot . Bye . "Hi , Bill.It ' s Marsha Black at MPPD Ltd.How are you ? "," Hello , Marsha . I'm great and you ? " " Hello , Marsha . I'm great and you ? ", Not too bad at all.Do you have a minute ? Not too bad at all.Do you have a minute ? ," Sure , what can I do for you ? " " Sure , what can I do for you ? ", We're ready to place our Christmas order and we need a formal bid . We're ready to place our Christmas order and we need a formal bid . , So this is a real thing ? So this is a real thing ? ," Right , this is not a drill . This is for all the marbles . " " Right , this is not a drill . This is for all the marbles . ", When do you need it ? When do you need it ? ," ASAP , in writing of course . " " ASAP , in writing of course . "," Sure , who am I bidding against ? " " Sure , who am I bidding against ? "," The usual guys , so you better use a sharp pencil . " " The usual guys , so you better use a sharp pencil . "," Okay , give me a week and I'll have time to get my pencil real sharp . I should have some new figures from Malaysia by then . " What would you like to eat ? , I'd like to eat a bowl of dumplings . I'd like to eat a bowl of dumplings . , Would you care for some soup ? Would you care for some soup ? , Yes . But I prefer a bit salty soup . Yes . But I prefer a bit salty soup . , Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ? Do you like egg soup or mutton soup ? , Egg soup is OK . Egg soup is OK . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? , I'd like a bottle of juice . I'd like a bottle of juice . , I'll get them back right away . We've been discussing the project for two hours . Let's take a break . , Sounds good . I want to go get some coffee . Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , I am looking for a skirt . What's in fashion now ? " " Yes , I am looking for a skirt . What's in fashion now ? ", This one is the latest . How do you like it ? This one is the latest . How do you like it ? , Well . Could I try it on ? Well . Could I try it on ? , Sure . Sure . , ( A moment later ) It's cute.The color suits my complexion . "Hello , is this housekeeper ? "," Yes ma'am , may I help you ? " " Yes ma'am , may I help you ? ", This is room eleven-seven and we have just checked in . This is room eleven-seven and we have just checked in . , Yes ? Yes ? , Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet.So would you send one of your housekeepers to clean up our room ? Our room hasn't been cleaned up yet.So would you send one of your housekeepers to clean up our room ? ," Oh , yes , ma'am . We'll come right away then.Your room number and your name , please . " " Oh , yes , ma'am . We'll come right away then.Your room number and your name , please . ", Our room number is eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen . Our room number is eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen . , Thank you.Would you hang up and wait ? "Wow , there are so many lanterns to appreciate . Now , I can see why it's called the Lantern Festival . It deserves its name . ", Yeah . People always enjoy the lighted lanterns and the gala performances . Yeah . People always enjoy the lighted lanterns and the gala performances . , What are they doing over there ? People keep on gathering there . What are they doing over there ? People keep on gathering there . , Did you notice the characters on the lanterns ? Did you notice the characters on the lanterns ? , Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ? Sure . But you know that I can't read any Chinese characters . What do they say ? , They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival . They are puzzles . It's a tradition to solve the puzzles on the lanterns during the Lantern Festival . ," Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it . " " Very interesting . But I'm afraid we'd better do something else . Hey , look ! There is a huge lantern there . Let's get close to it . ", It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life . It's really eye-catching . It's the biggest dragon lantern I've ever seen in all my life . ," Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth . " " Really ? Then I'm really lucky . Oh , it's spewing fireworks from its huge mouth . ", Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter . Very impressive . It's made of glass which makes it even brighter . ," There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ? " " There are many Chinese characters on its body , too . What are they about ? Puzzles ? "," Let me have a look . Oh , no . They are Chinese poems which describe this happy scene . " "I wonder if you could help me , I'm looking for a room . "," Well , I have got a vacancy . " " Well , I have got a vacancy . ", What sort of price are you asking ? What sort of price are you asking ? , Eight dolls fifty a week excluding laundry . Eight dolls fifty a week excluding laundry . , Would it be convenient to see the room ? Would it be convenient to see the room ? , Can you call back later ? We're right in the middle of lunch . "Good morning , you look very tired . "," Yes , I nearly didn't sleep last night . " " Yes , I nearly didn't sleep last night . ", Did you hold a party or something else yesterday ? Did you hold a party or something else yesterday ? ," No , I just watched Supergirl , and it began too late in the night . I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock . " " No , I just watched Supergirl , and it began too late in the night . I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock . "," I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges . " " I don't like this program , because there are too many constant arguments between the judges . ", The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles . The contestants are different . These girls perform in free styles . , Do you have much time watching TV ? Do you have much time watching TV ? , I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio . I think less than 3 hours . This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs . Too many ads between the programs . I prefer listening to the radio . ," I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station . " " I don't like ads , either . But ads could bring big profits to the TV station . "," If they could make beautiful ads , I could bear . " I don't believe we've met . ," No , I don't think we have . " " No , I don't think we have . ", My name is Gao Run . My name is Gao Run . , How do you do ? My name is James Green . How do you do ? My name is James Green . , Here's my name card . Here's my name card . , And here's mine . And here's mine . , It's nice to finally meet you . It's nice to finally meet you . ," And I'm glad to meet you , too . " "Hey , Teresa , meet the new neighbors yet ? "," Actually , i popped in them last night . " " Actually , i popped in them last night . "," OK , let's cut to the chase . what are they like ? " " OK , let's cut to the chase . what are they like ? "," Well , they're really beautiful people . " " Well , they're really beautiful people . "," I'll say , she is really stacked , isn't she ? " " I'll say , she is really stacked , isn't she ? "," Yeah , she is a neck-off for sure . " " Yeah , she is a neck-off for sure . ", And he looks like a typical jog . And he looks like a typical jog . , He is a professional football player . He is a professional football player . ," Ah-ha , I thought so . " " Ah-ha , I thought so . "," Anyway , that is not what I meant by beautiful . " " Anyway , that is not what I meant by beautiful . ", What did you mean ? What did you mean ? ," I meant that they're very simple , easy to talk to . " " I meant that they're very simple , easy to talk to . ", That's right . That's right . , Yeah . I think things are worked out just fine . The new year is coming . Is the final examination approaching . ," Oh , yeah . We will have winter holiday . " " Oh , yeah . We will have winter holiday . ", How are you getting along with your studies ? How are you getting along with your studies ? ," Don ’ t worry , mum . I will study hard tomorrow . " " Don ’ t worry , mum . I will study hard tomorrow . ", But your were playing video games all afternoon . You are skating on thin ice . How do you shoot pool ? ," You have 16 balls on the table , 7 solid colored , 7 striped colored , a black 8 ball , and the white ball . " " You have 16 balls on the table , 7 solid colored , 7 striped colored , a black 8 ball , and the white ball . ", And ? And ? , You hit the white ball with your cue . The white ball hits the colored balls . And you want to get the colored balls into the pockets . You hit the white ball with your cue . The white ball hits the colored balls . And you want to get the colored balls into the pockets . , How do you know whether you should hit the solid or the striped one ? How do you know whether you should hit the solid or the striped one ? ," At the beginning , it does not matter , but once someone gets one ball in , it is set . " " At the beginning , it does not matter , but once someone gets one ball in , it is set . ", Can I get the black ball in ? Can I get the black ball in ? , The black ball has to be the final ball in the pockets . The black ball has to be the final ball in the pockets . , Let's go and try now ! "Brian , a company called me for an interview . ", That's great ! You need to prepare for it . Get your hair done at a good hair saloon . Tell them you are going for a job interview . , Okay . Okay . , Buy an expensive suit . Buy an expensive suit . , How expensive ? How expensive ? ," The more expensive , the better . " " The more expensive , the better . "," I can ’ t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ? " " I can ’ t afford too expensive , maybe $ 50 to $ 70 ? ", That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company . That'll do it . The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company . , How ? How ? ," If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine . " " If you know somebody at the company , ask them . If not , dark color will be fine . ", Is a white blouse okay ? Is a white blouse okay ? ," Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes . " " Yeah , fine . And dressing shoes . ", Black ? Black ? , Black is good . Black is good . , White pantyhose ? White pantyhose ? , No . Dark or skin colored . No . Dark or skin colored . , Jewelry ? Jewelry ? ," Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ’ t wear too many pieces of jewelry . " " Necklace , ring , and earrings are all fine . But don ’ t wear too many pieces of jewelry . ", How about make up ? Not much make up . , Perfume ? Perfume ? ," Yes , some . But be aware that different people may like different scents . " What kind of note are you taking there . That looks like doodle to me . , It's picture association of the concept that the professor taught today . It's picture association of the concept that the professor taught today . , Does that actually work for you ? Does that actually work for you ? , I don't really know for sure yet . I'll tell you after the test on Friday . I don't really know for sure yet . I'll tell you after the test on Friday . , I like to use shorthand note taking . I like to use shorthand note taking . ," I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff . " " I was told once that the more time you spend writing , the less you are paying attention and so you miss stuff . ", Hmm . I never thought about it that way . Hmm . I never thought about it that way . ," One time I tried just listening , no notes , no pictures . I think I really learned more that day . " "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I'd like to look at some suits . " " Yes , I'd like to look at some suits . "," Oh , this way please . What size do you wear ? " " Oh , this way please . What size do you wear ? ", Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel . Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel . , How about this one ? How about this one ? ," It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ? " " It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ? ", All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ? All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ? , It looks good . But can I try it on ? It looks good . But can I try it on ? , Of course . Let me help you . Of course . Let me help you . ," Thanks . It's comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ? " " Thanks . It's comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ? ", $ 280 . $ 280 . , Ok . I'll take it . Here's the money . Is there anything I can help you with ? ," Yes , thank you . I am really far behind on this project . Could you help me with the extra typing or xeroxing ? " " Yes , thank you . I am really far behind on this project . Could you help me with the extra typing or xeroxing ? ", I can do either one . I can do either one . , Good . That would be very helpful . Can you start with those pages over there ? Good . That would be very helpful . Can you start with those pages over there ? , No problem . No problem . , Thank you very much ! How long have you been working here ? Thank you very much ! How long have you been working here ? , I have been working here for 5 years . I have been working here for 5 years . ," Well , we have some special projects coming up . Would you be interested in working on any of those ? " " Well , we have some special projects coming up . Would you be interested in working on any of those ? "," Yes , I would love to work on a special project ! " " Yes , I would love to work on a special project ! "," Well then , I'll keep you in the loop . Thank you for your help today . " So your mom can stop nagging you now . , Trust me . She'll keep nagging . She thinks something will go wrong . Trust me . She'll keep nagging . She thinks something will go wrong . , Don't tell me she's been listening to the fortune-teller again . Don't tell me she's been listening to the fortune-teller again . ," You guessed it . She says we have to get married on January 2nd , or we'll have bad luck . " " You guessed it . She says we have to get married on January 2nd , or we'll have bad luck . ", The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day . The day we choose to get married could never be an unlucky day . , My mom just wants everything to be perfect for us . "... so , I said , let ’ s take a break.And since that night , I ’ Ve been waiting for him to call , but I still haven ’ t heard from him . You don ’ t think he ’ s seeing someone else , do you ? "," Come on , don ’ t be so dramatic ! I ’ m sure everything is going to work out just fine . " " Come on , don ’ t be so dramatic ! I ’ m sure everything is going to work out just fine . "," You think so ? Oh , no ! How can he do this to me ? I ’ m sure he ’ s cheating on me ! Why else wouldn ’ t he call ? " " You think so ? Oh , no ! How can he do this to me ? I ’ m sure he ’ s cheating on me ! Why else wouldn ’ t he call ? "," But , you two are on a break . Theoretically he can do whatever he likes . " " But , you two are on a break . Theoretically he can do whatever he likes . ", He ’ s the love of my life ! I ’ Ve really messed this up . He ’ s the love of my life ! I ’ Ve really messed this up . ," Come on , hon . Pull yourself together . It ’ s going to be alright . " " Come on , hon . Pull yourself together . It ’ s going to be alright . "," But I ... I still love him ! And it ’ s all my fault ! I can ’ t believe how immature and selfish I was being . I mean , he is a firefighter , it ’ s not like he can just leave someone in a burning building and meet me for dinner . I ’ Ve totally messed this up ! " " But I ... I still love him ! And it ’ s all my fault ! I can ’ t believe how immature and selfish I was being . I mean , he is a firefighter , it ’ s not like he can just leave someone in a burning building and meet me for dinner . I ’ Ve totally messed this up ! "," You know what , Veronica , I think you should make the first step . I ’ m sure he ’ ll forgive you ... " " You know what , Veronica , I think you should make the first step . I ’ m sure he ’ ll forgive you ... "," No , this is not gonna happen ! I ... I ’ Ve ruined everything ... " " No , this is not gonna happen ! I ... I ’ Ve ruined everything ... ", do you hear something ? "Ah , Hello . So , you are back ? ", Yes . I received everything in the post this morning . Yes . I received everything in the post this morning . , That's good . Could I please see the originals of everything ? That's good . Could I please see the originals of everything ? , What's the exchange rate today ? What's the exchange rate today ? ," You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD . " " You're pretty lucky actually , today is higher than yesterday . It's 824 . 71 RIB for 100 USD . ", Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ? Great ! Do you need me to sign anything ? , Yes . Please sign your name at the bottom of the Exchange Receipt . Thanks very much and here's your money . Jack and Mary broke up . , it ’ s so sad . They had been together for only two months . Do you know what the matter was ? it ’ s so sad . They had been together for only two months . Do you know what the matter was ? ," Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately . " " Mary said Jack was cheating on her . Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown . One day , Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately . "," really ? I ’ m very surprised . He doesn ’ t look like a guy who ’ d ever do that sort of thing , right ? " " really ? I ’ m very surprised . He doesn ’ t look like a guy who ’ d ever do that sort of thing , right ? "," no , he doesn ’ t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time . " " no , he doesn ’ t . Anyway , she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time . ", maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people . maybe it is for the best . They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people . , how so ? how so ? , he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them . he is an extrovert while she is an introvert . He likes parties while she hates them . , poor Mary ! She really liked him . poor Mary ! She really liked him . ," anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better . " " anyway , she was right to end things and she deserves better . ", do you think they ’ ll get back together ? do you think they ’ ll get back together ? ," no , I don ’ t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ’ t change her mind . " " no , I don ’ t think so . I know Mary . Once she makes a decision , she won ’ t change her mind . ", I hope she ’ ll recover soon . I hope she ’ ll recover soon . , so do I . "Good coming , sir . ", Good coming . Good coming . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? ," I'd like a pair of shoes , please . " " I'd like a pair of shoes , please . ", You've come to the right place.We ' Ve got the best shoes in town . Have you seen Harry ? , No . As far as I can remember he was supposed to be on a business trip to Lisbon . No . As far as I can remember he was supposed to be on a business trip to Lisbon . ," Yes , but he was supposed to be back by now . " " Yes , but he was supposed to be back by now . ", Maybe you'll call his home . Lindsay Tipping gave me your name as a reference . We are considering hiring her as an editor for our magazine . ," Lindsay , of course , I will be more than happy to recommend her to you . " " Lindsay , of course , I will be more than happy to recommend her to you . ", How long was she employed with your company ? How long was she employed with your company ? , She freelanced with us for 3 years . She was always consistent and punctual with her assignments and a pleasure to work with . She freelanced with us for 3 years . She was always consistent and punctual with her assignments and a pleasure to work with . ," Freelance , hmm . How do you think she will manage in an office environment ? " " Freelance , hmm . How do you think she will manage in an office environment ? ", She ’ s a consummate professional and a team-player . I have utmost confidence in her abilities . You can ’ t go wrong in hiring her . "Good morning . I want to apply for a job in A your company as an assistant . Could you tell me the company address , please ? ", OK . Do yon have a pen and a paper now ? OK . Do yon have a pen and a paper now ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Our company is in Pudding new area in Shanghai . "Hello , Matt ! "," Hello , Todd ! " " Hello , Todd ! "," Matt , I'm going to ask you some questions about pet.First question , do you have a pet ? " " Matt , I'm going to ask you some questions about pet.First question , do you have a pet ? "," Yes , in fact , my mom's house we have three , three pets . two dogs and a cat . My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people . " " Yes , in fact , my mom's house we have three , three pets . two dogs and a cat . My family actually raises dogs for helping blind people . "," Wow , like how do they train the dogs ? " " Wow , like how do they train the dogs ? "," How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school . " " How do they train the dogs ? Well , I mean , it's a long process , right ... we get them when they're puppies ... and so we train them basic ... you know , sit , come ... really basic things ... then , after they're about two year old , they go a different training school . "," Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ? " " Well , how many dogs do they train at a time ? "," Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training . " " Oh , just one ! We have our own dog , and then we have a dog that we have that we are training . "," Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ? " " Do you ever see the dogs you trained , like out on the street , or anything ? "," Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile . " " Sometimes we'll see them , they'll have like sort of conventions of reunions of the pets so , yeah , you get to see them once in awhile . "," Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ? " " Oh , wow , that's cool . Um , why do people keep pets ? "," I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what . " " I guess the most important thing is companionship , right ! So there is always somebody there for you that will like you no matter what . "," Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ? " " Yeah , that's true . OK , besides cats , dogs , and fish , what are some other pets people keep ? "," Well , I guess if you are Sigrid and Roy you can keep a tiger or lion . I guess all types of things don't they . " are you good at cooking ? ," no , but I'm pretty good at eating ! " " no , but I'm pretty good at eating ! ", do you prefer chinese food or Western food ? do you prefer chinese food or Western food ? ," well , to be honest with you , Chinese food is really different from western food . " " well , to be honest with you , Chinese food is really different from western food . ", are you used to the food here ? are you used to the food here ? , I'm not really used to it yet . I'm not really used to it yet . , what's your favorite Chinese dish ? what's your favorite Chinese dish ? ," like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day . " " like most foreigners , I really like Sweet and Sour Pork and Kung Pao Chicken . I eat them almost every day . ", have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ? have you tried traditional Chinese dumplings yet ? ," I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks . " " I tried once , but they are quite difficult to eat with chopsticks . "," you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression . " " you know , foreigners are not expected to use chopsticks proficiently . If you do , you'll give your Chinese friends quite an impression . "," that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food . " " that's good to know . I'd like to try more Chinese food , but since I can't read any of the menus in the restaurants near my home , it's difficult to try new food . "," if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes . " " if you want , I can introduce you to some typical Chinese dishes . "," that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat ! " " that would be great . I really only want to taste real Chinese food , not just the food that foreigners like to eat ! "," if you haven't tried Beijing duck yet , I'd like to treat you to a meal at a famous duck restaurant near Qianmen . It would be a pity if you left without tasting it ! " "Mary , it seems that your family and friends have been calling you recently , am I right ? "," Yes , they have been concerned about me finding a job . " " Yes , they have been concerned about me finding a job . ", What do they say ? What do they say ? , They want to recommend some jobs to me . They want to recommend some jobs to me . , Really ? What jobs are they ? Really ? What jobs are they ? , My father wants me to work as a trainee in his company . My father wants me to work as a trainee in his company . , It's great ! It's great ! ," My aunt says her company is in need of an assistant now , and she wants me to give it a try . " " My aunt says her company is in need of an assistant now , and she wants me to give it a try . ", This is a good opportunity . This is a good opportunity . , One of my friends tells me that his company is hiring in a large scale and he wants me to go for an interview . One of my friends tells me that his company is hiring in a large scale and he wants me to go for an interview . , You can give it a try ! May be you will succeed . You can give it a try ! May be you will succeed . , I know . Let me think it over . I know . Let me think it over . ," If you have any good jobs , keep an eye for me ! " " If you have any good jobs , keep an eye for me ! ", I will . Are you willing to work abroad ? , Why not ? It's the very reason why I've applied for this job . It's really exciting for me to experience business in an international environment . Why not ? It's the very reason why I've applied for this job . It's really exciting for me to experience business in an international environment . , How about your family ? How about your family ? , They don't mind . I can ’ t stand being with you anymore . I'm sick of your drinking . ," I swear never to drink again . Just give me another chance , please ! " " I swear never to drink again . Just give me another chance , please ! ", How many chances have I given you ? I don ’ t trust you any more . How many chances have I given you ? I don ’ t trust you any more . , You know how hard I've tried to give up drinking ? I ’ d be lost without you . I won ’ t let you go anyway . "Welcome back , Sir . I trust the materials were helpful to you ? "," Indeed . I've decided to go for the Petty Consumer Loan . That is , if my credit rating is satisfactory . " " Indeed . I've decided to go for the Petty Consumer Loan . That is , if my credit rating is satisfactory . "," Your credit is fine , Sir . Now , tell me , what is it that you need the loan for ? " " Your credit is fine , Sir . Now , tell me , what is it that you need the loan for ? "," I've just bought a second hand apartment and I'm looking to do some renovations . You know , a bit of decorating , some new furniture , nothing flashy . " " I've just bought a second hand apartment and I'm looking to do some renovations . You know , a bit of decorating , some new furniture , nothing flashy . ", I see . And what loan amount are you expecting ? I see . And what loan amount are you expecting ? ," It says here that the maximum is 20,000 RIB . Is that flexible ? " " It says here that the maximum is 20,000 RIB . Is that flexible ? "," I'm sorry , Sir . The maximum we can lend you on this type of loan is 20,000 RIB , with no exceptions . " " I'm sorry , Sir . The maximum we can lend you on this type of loan is 20,000 RIB , with no exceptions . "," Well , 20,000 RIB , it'll have to be then . " " Well , 20,000 RIB , it'll have to be then . "," I need some documentation from you . Such as your resident permit , your occupation and salary details and I already have your credit details here . " " I need some documentation from you . Such as your resident permit , your occupation and salary details and I already have your credit details here . "," Everything is right here . If that's all in order , just let me know where I sign . " Do you feel all right ? ," Yes , thank you . I just want to have a smoke . Can I smoke in the aisle ? " " Yes , thank you . I just want to have a smoke . Can I smoke in the aisle ? "," I am sorry . It's not allowed . If you do want , please go to the smoking section . It's in the back part of the plane . " " I am sorry . It's not allowed . If you do want , please go to the smoking section . It's in the back part of the plane . ", OK . That's fine . We're now staying at the Holiday Inn . How do we get to the airport ? , We have shuttle buses leaving for the airport from downtown every 20 minutes The bus stops at Holiday Inn as well . Be sure to get on the bus before 30 . We have shuttle buses leaving for the airport from downtown every 20 minutes The bus stops at Holiday Inn as well . Be sure to get on the bus before 30 . , What is the earliest one ? What is the earliest one ? , At 7 am . It takes about one hour to get to the airport . So it'll be right for your timing . At 7 am . It takes about one hour to get to the airport . So it'll be right for your timing . ," OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ? " " OK , thank you . By the way , what can I do if I want to put off my flight ? "," Your tickets are valid for one year.If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines . " " Your tickets are valid for one year.If you want to change flight , you just go to the airline's ticketing office and have it reconfirmed . But you have to fly the same airlines . ", OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ? OK . What can I do if l want to cancel the ticket ? , In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge . In that case . you can get a refund with a certain percentage of the original fare deducted as the service charge . ," That's reasonable . OK , thank you very much . " "Give me Scotch , please . ", What brand ? What brand ? , Black Rose . Black Rose . , Soda or water ? Soda or water ? , Just plain water with plenty of ice rock . Just plain water with plenty of ice rock . , All right . Please wait for a minute . Maybe we all will be all things to all men . , How terrible ! How terrible ! ," But for the life , we'll be changed by this society . " " But for the life , we'll be changed by this society . "," I really don't want to go into the world , I feel afraid of it . " " I really don't want to go into the world , I feel afraid of it . ", Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves . Don't be silly . We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves . , I know . Let ’ s try to get out of the supermarket quickly . ," Yeah . I hate spending all day in there , too . " " Yeah . I hate spending all day in there , too . ", What do we need ? Let ’ s make a list . What do we need ? Let ’ s make a list . ," We need milk , eggs , butter , coffee , vegetables , fruit , bread , cheese , and some snacks . " " We need milk , eggs , butter , coffee , vegetables , fruit , bread , cheese , and some snacks . "," I want some pickles , oh , and we ’ re out of flour . Put that on the list , too . " " I want some pickles , oh , and we ’ re out of flour . Put that on the list , too . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Not that I can think of . Wait a second , we ’ re out of breakfast cereal . I think corn flakes are on sale . Get those . " " Not that I can think of . Wait a second , we ’ re out of breakfast cereal . I think corn flakes are on sale . Get those . "," No , you get those . I ’ ll go and get the fruits , vegetables , milk , butter , and eggs , you get the rest . " "John , have you ever watched Beijing Opera ? "," Yes , I watched once . " " Yes , I watched once . ", What do you think of it ? What do you think of it ? ," Well , honestly speaking , I went to watch it out of curiosity . I ’ d say it ’ s really a special art form . " " Well , honestly speaking , I went to watch it out of curiosity . I ’ d say it ’ s really a special art form . "," I couldn ’ t agree more . Actually , I ’ m a Beijing Opera fan . " " I couldn ’ t agree more . Actually , I ’ m a Beijing Opera fan . ", Really ? Good for you . Can I help you ? , Yes . I want to buy a pair of shoes . Yes . I want to buy a pair of shoes . , Have you a pattern in your mind ? Have you a pattern in your mind ? ," Well , maybe sneakers or rubber shoes . " " Well , maybe sneakers or rubber shoes . ", Is there any special brand you would like ? Is there any special brand you would like ? , Could I have look at that pair of canvas shoes ? They look nice . "David , what do you want to do after graduation ? "," I suppose I should choose one from the ' Best Career List ' , to be a public officer , what do you think ? " " I suppose I should choose one from the ' Best Career List ' , to be a public officer , what do you think ? "," That sounds like a hot job , right ? But in my opinion , you ought not to choose one career from that so-called list , and you need to take your interests , values , and skills into account . " " That sounds like a hot job , right ? But in my opinion , you ought not to choose one career from that so-called list , and you need to take your interests , values , and skills into account . ", It beats me ! I never thought about it before and maybe I thought finding a career is a simple thing . It beats me ! I never thought about it before and maybe I thought finding a career is a simple thing . ," You'd better ask for suggestions from a career counselor , and then make a decision . " How was the party yesterday ? , Did you enjoy it ? Did you enjoy it ? ," Oh , don't talk to me about yesterday ! It was the most awful evening I've ever had . " " Oh , don't talk to me about yesterday ! It was the most awful evening I've ever had . ", Why ! what happened ? Why ! what happened ? ," Well.John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind . " " Well.John had promised to be my date , but he stood me up . I waited for a full hour in the cold wind . ", So how long did you stay ? So how long did you stay ? , I left after the opening dance . I couldn't wait to get out of there . "Hello , Tom . How do you find the dinner of yesterday ? ", Very good . That may be the most delicious food I have ever eaten . Very good . That may be the most delicious food I have ever eaten . , It's nice of you to say so . It's nice of you to say so . , I really appreciate you for having invited me . I really appreciate you for having invited me . ," Don't mention it . You know , we ’ re old friends . " " Don't mention it . You know , we ’ re old friends . "," Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ? " " Anyway , I owe you one . Are you free tonight ? ", Yes . Why ? Yes . Why ? , I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook . I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook . , That ’ s great . I'd love to . "So , who do you work for ? "," I work for a large multinational company called DAK Group . We have five main area of business - construction , heavy industry , shipbuilding , motor vehicles and telecommunications . " " I work for a large multinational company called DAK Group . We have five main area of business - construction , heavy industry , shipbuilding , motor vehicles and telecommunications . ", And which side of the business do you work in ? And which side of the business do you work in ? , The motor vehicles division . I work in our Belgian factory . We manufacture components for our car production plants in Europe . The motor vehicles division . I work in our Belgian factory . We manufacture components for our car production plants in Europe . , Where are DAK headquarters ? Where are DAK headquarters ? , In Seoul . But the company has operations in over fifty countries and thirty factories all over the world . "Hey , Doug ! How ’ d it go at that meeting yesterday ? I know you were pretty anxious about it . ", Fantastic ! I got the promotion ! Fantastic ! I got the promotion ! , Great ! When do you take over ? Great ! When do you take over ? , After the new year . Good coming . ," Good coming . Are you through with the cleaning ? If not , we'll come back a little later . " " Good coming . Are you through with the cleaning ? If not , we'll come back a little later . "," Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished.You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say.It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it . " " Never mind , come right in . I've almost finished.You always keep the room neat and tidy , I must say.It saves me a lot of work , but you should let me do it . ", It doesn't take much time . I'm used to tidying up my room myself . It doesn't take much time . I'm used to tidying up my room myself . , It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ? It's very considerate of you to do so . Do you have any laundry today ? , I have a suit that needs cleaning . I have a suit that needs cleaning . ," Let me have it , please . I'm taking some laundry downstairs anyway . " Have you got any certificate of technical qualification ? ," Yes , I have obtained an accountant's qualification and a driver's license . " " Yes , I have obtained an accountant's qualification and a driver's license . ", How long did it take you to get your driver's license ? How long did it take you to get your driver's license ? , I spent a year to get my license . The total for all these items comes to $ 36.78 . , Take my VISA . Take my VISA . , There is something wrong with your card . There is something wrong with your card . , What ’ s going on ? What ’ s going on ? , Your card was declined . Your card was declined . , That can ’ t be right ! That can ’ t be right ! , Would you like me to try another card ? Would you like me to try another card ? , I don ’ t have another one . I don ’ t have another one . , What about cash ? What about cash ? , I didn ’ t bring cash with me today . I didn ’ t bring cash with me today . ," I ’ m sorry , but you can ’ t take the items until you can buy them . " " I ’ m sorry , but you can ’ t take the items until you can buy them . ", I ’ ll come back for them tomorrow . Did you see the picture of the guy on the front page of the newspaper this morning ? , No . I haven't had a chance to read the paper yet . No . I haven't had a chance to read the paper yet . , you've got to see it . It's an unbelievable picture ! you've got to see it . It's an unbelievable picture ! , What's so interesting about it ? What's so interesting about it ? ," Well , this guy fell asleep on the sofa and when he woke up , half his face had been bitten off ! " " Well , this guy fell asleep on the sofa and when he woke up , half his face had been bitten off ! ", What ? How did that happen ? What ? How did that happen ? ," They think his dog was trying to wake him up and couldn't , so ended up biting him in his face . " " They think his dog was trying to wake him up and couldn't , so ended up biting him in his face . ", Wow . What does his look like now ? Wow . What does his look like now ? ," It looks pretty frightening . He doesn't have any lips , so all you can see are his gums and teeth . Most of his nose and chin are missing too . " " It looks pretty frightening . He doesn't have any lips , so all you can see are his gums and teeth . Most of his nose and chin are missing too . ", What did he look like before his dog bit his face off ? What did he look like before his dog bit his face off ? , He was actually quite handsome . What a shame . He was actually quite handsome . What a shame . , What's he going to do now ? What's he going to do now ? ," It said that he's hoping to get a face transplant , but until then , he's looking forward to Halloween so he isn't the only one wearing a mask . " Welcome to Jinyuan Shoe Town . What can I do for you ? , I'm looking for a pair of white sports shoes to go with my jeans . I'm looking for a pair of white sports shoes to go with my jeans . , White ? What make do you want ? Arid what size ? White ? What make do you want ? Arid what size ? , Adidas . Size 38 . Adidas . Size 38 . ," Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please . " " Adidas ? They wear well . Try this pair , Size 38 , please . "," Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ? " " Yes . ( After trying ) A bit tight actually , they pinch my toes . Have you got a larger pair . Size 39 ? ", Okay . What about this one ? Okay . What about this one ? ," ( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ? " " ( After trying ) Mm , this pair fits me well . I'll take it . How much is it ? ", You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there . You are so lucky . They are on sale today . It costs only 250 yuan . Pay at the counter over there . , OK . Thank you . "Hi ! This is John Li , is my car fixed yet ? ", Let me run and check . "Carla , I know you ’ re kind of new in this business and I want to give you some advice . "," Yes , Mr . Michael ? " " Yes , Mr . Michael ? ", You have to listen to what the client asks for . What you have just shown me is not at all in line with the client ’ s wishes . You have to listen to what the client asks for . What you have just shown me is not at all in line with the client ’ s wishes . ," I ’ m sorry , Mr . Michael . Could you tell me where the problems are exactly ? Maybe I misunderstood the client ’ s intentions . " "Well , speak of the devil . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , I was just thinking about you the other day . I was just thinking about you the other day . , You were ? "Hi , can you tell me where I could make a copy of a document right now ? "," Sir , you can come downstairs right now to the computer lab . " " Sir , you can come downstairs right now to the computer lab . ", That's great . I don't suppose the copy machine is free for guests ? That's great . I don't suppose the copy machine is free for guests ? ," Sir , each copy is ten cents or one dime , whichever you prefer . " " Sir , each copy is ten cents or one dime , whichever you prefer . "," In the good old days , it was only five cents a copy . I'll be right down . " " In the good old days , it was only five cents a copy . I'll be right down . "," Those were the good old days , sir , indeed . " Mr . Wilson . We very regret the mistakes in goods . I am very sorry and we are responsible for the mistake . , We have no choice but to hold you responsible for the loss we sustained . We have no choice but to hold you responsible for the loss we sustained . ," The first problem is supposed to be solved after the investigation . About the second problem , I admit it's our fault , so we will exchange all merchandise that falls short of our sample . " " The first problem is supposed to be solved after the investigation . About the second problem , I admit it's our fault , so we will exchange all merchandise that falls short of our sample . ", Well . I hope there won't be such things . Well . I hope there won't be such things . , I can assure you that such a thing today will never happen again in future delivery . We have made the plan to improve the package of our exported goods . "Hi , are you Catherine ? "," Yes , Jason , right ? Nice to meet you . Welcome to Taiwan . " " Yes , Jason , right ? Nice to meet you . Welcome to Taiwan . "," Thanks , good to meet you , too . " " Thanks , good to meet you , too . "," You had a long flight , you must be tired . " " You had a long flight , you must be tired . "," Yes , and the food was horrible ! " " Yes , and the food was horrible ! "," Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel . " " Oh , sorry to hear that . But , don worry ! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat . First , lets get you to the hotel . ", Great ! How will we be getting there ? Great ! How will we be getting there ? ," My car is in the parking lot , lets go this way . Let me help you with your bags . " I would like to get a bus pass . , Do you know what kind of pass you want ? Do you know what kind of pass you want ? , Can you tell me my options ? Can you tell me my options ? ," There are passes for a day , month , and week , and there are student passes . " " There are passes for a day , month , and week , and there are student passes . ", I would like the student pass . I would like the student pass . , Let me see your student ID . Let me see your student ID . , Here you go . Thank you very much . , How much will it be for the pass ? How much will it be for the pass ? ," The monthly sticker is $ 24 , but the actual pass is free . " " The monthly sticker is $ 24 , but the actual pass is free . ", That'll be fine . That'll be fine . , We appreciate your business . You can keep these books for only half a month . , May I renew them if I haven't finished reading them ? May I renew them if I haven't finished reading them ? ," Of course , you can . " I don't know why Mark often comes to me and asks me for advice . I smell some rat in it . , He is sly . He is actually angling for compliments . But he may have got the crush on you . He is sly . He is actually angling for compliments . But he may have got the crush on you . , Nonsense ! There's no indication that he's in love with me . Nonsense ! There's no indication that he's in love with me . , Keep your fingers crossed . He may pop the question one of these days . "Excuse me , could you tell me where you have got that music book ? "," Certainly . Let me see . Oh , it's on that self . " " Certainly . Let me see . Oh , it's on that self . ", It's too high . I can't reach it . Could you help me ? It's too high . I can't reach it . Could you help me ? , Of course . Here you are . Of course . Here you are . , Thank you very much . What's your favorite kind of music ? Do you like pop music ? , I like almost all kinds of music . But I like country music best . I like almost all kinds of music . But I like country music best . , There was a concert country music last week . There was a concert country music last week . , I wish I had been there ! I wish I had been there ! ," I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music . " " I like it , too . But sometimes I enjoy jazz and classical music . ", You have good taste in music . It really makes my blood boil when this sort of thing happens . I even want to wring his neck . , Don't be so angry . It's passed anyway . Don't be so angry . It's passed anyway . , I can't forget it . I can't forget it . , You'd better cool yourself down first . "Mom , this is your third bowl of rice ! ", I know but I have no choice . My stomach just keeps crying for more and more . I know but I have no choice . My stomach just keeps crying for more and more . , Why ? I never saw you eat so much before . Why ? I never saw you eat so much before . , I've been going to the gym these days . The exercise makes me hungry all the time . I've been going to the gym these days . The exercise makes me hungry all the time . , So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out . So your stomach is the one that actually gets a lot of work-out . , Don't pull my leg . Don't pull my leg . , This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ? This way you'll probably put on more weight . Will you give up ? , Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now . Surely not . I can feel the results . I'm starting to feel different now . , Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ? Then how are you gonna deal with the problem of getting extra weight ? , I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed . I'm planning to meet my personal trainer to have the work-out plan fixed . ," Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise . " " Oh , I've got an idea . Why don't you ask Dad to go with you ? He badly needs some exercise . ", Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself . Your father is a bit too timid . He even doesn't know how to introduce himself . ," He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy . " " He can just say , I'm Benjamin . I'm new and shy . "," Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato . " " Girl , don't make fun of your Daddy . But I can introduce him to my personal trainer . Maybe one day he will be a fitness freak instead of a cough potato . ", Who knows ! "Didn ’ t you punch in this morning , Monica ? "," Sorry , I don ’ t know the rule about punching . " " Sorry , I don ’ t know the rule about punching . ", That ’ s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule . That ’ s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule . , Do we also need to punch out after work ? Do we also need to punch out after work ? ," According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ’ clock and punch out after 5 o ’ clock every work day . " " According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ’ clock and punch out after 5 o ’ clock every work day . "," How about the lunch break , Lucy ? " " How about the lunch break , Lucy ? ", From 11 thirty to 1 o ’ clock . From 11 thirty to 1 o ’ clock . , May I ask whether we need to work overtime ? May I ask whether we need to work overtime ? ," Sometimes , but not quite often . " I like these shoes . , Do you realize that all these shoes are half off ? Do you realize that all these shoes are half off ? , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , but the offer only lasts this week . " I need some flowers for my wife . It's her birthday . , Very well . We have some fresh red roses . Very well . We have some fresh red roses . , How much are the roses ? How much are the roses ? , $ 20 per dozen . $ 20 per dozen . , That sounds like a good deal . That sounds like a good deal . ," Yes , they're on sale today . " " Yes , they're on sale today . ", I'll take a dozen . I'll take a dozen . , Splendid . Will there be anything else ? Splendid . Will there be anything else ? ," No , the roses will be fine . " " No , the roses will be fine . ", I'm sure your wife will love them . Can I help you ? , I'd like to send a fax to Shenzhen . I'd like to send a fax to Shenzhen . , Is it a photograph or a document ? Is it a photograph or a document ? , Each of both . Each of both . , Could I see both of them ? Could I see both of them ? , Here you are . Here you are . , You can't send this document ; it is not clear enough to send . The photograph is all right . You can't send this document ; it is not clear enough to send . The photograph is all right . ," Well , how long will it take to arrive in Shenzhen ? " " Well , how long will it take to arrive in Shenzhen ? ", Couple of minutes . Couple of minutes . , Great . How much ? Great . How much ? , 5 $ . You should change another much clearer photograph for fax . 5 $ . You should change another much clearer photograph for fax . , Thank you . I will deal with it . "Bill , I'm expecting a big increase in turnover with the coming of the Mid-Autumn Festival . But wholesales are unwilling to supply my orders unless I pay them an advance of 50 % of the full price , for my business is fairly new . I hope that you can make me an advance on loan . ", Do you have stocks or a title deed of a house to pledge as security ? Do you have stocks or a title deed of a house to pledge as security ? , No . I should be grateful if you could see your way to make an advance against my personal reputation . You may inspect my accounts . From my accounts you can see that I've promptly met all my obligations . No . I should be grateful if you could see your way to make an advance against my personal reputation . You may inspect my accounts . From my accounts you can see that I've promptly met all my obligations . , We do not allow any request for a loan against personal security . This is a common regulation . But we may consider it if you can provide a reliable guarantor . We do not allow any request for a loan against personal security . This is a common regulation . But we may consider it if you can provide a reliable guarantor . ," Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year . " " Yes , I can . You know Mr . Macready , the famous car dealer here in New York . He agreed to act as my guarantor of a loan in the sum of US $ l0 , 000 until the end of this year . ", Good . He is a man of high standing . I think we can grant the loan you need after some further discussion . But I suggest you borrow on overdraft instead of on loan . "Alan , I believe you have studied our catalogue and price list . Are you interested in some of our products ? "," Yes , I'm thinking of buying some T-shirts , but I find your price is on the high side . " " Yes , I'm thinking of buying some T-shirts , but I find your price is on the high side . ", I'm very surprised to hear you say that . I think our price is very favorable . You can hardly get such an attractive price from other suppliers . I'm very surprised to hear you say that . I think our price is very favorable . You can hardly get such an attractive price from other suppliers . , I'm not so sure of that . I think it's difficult for me to push sales at such a price . I'm not so sure of that . I think it's difficult for me to push sales at such a price . , What's your proposal then ? What's your proposal then ? ," I think to get the business done , you should at least reduce the price by 20 % . " " I think to get the business done , you should at least reduce the price by 20 % . "," We could take a cut on the price if your order is a large one , but a 20 % reduction is really more than we can do . What quantity are you going to order from us then ? " " We could take a cut on the price if your order is a large one , but a 20 % reduction is really more than we can do . What quantity are you going to order from us then ? "," As a trial order , I'll take 5,000 dozen this time . " " As a trial order , I'll take 5,000 dozen this time . "," 5,000 dozen is by no means a large order . In that case , the best I can do is to give you a 5 % reduction . " " 5,000 dozen is by no means a large order . In that case , the best I can do is to give you a 5 % reduction . ", That's really a big change from 20 % . I really can't accept that . That's really a big change from 20 % . I really can't accept that . , What's your counter-offer then ? What's your counter-offer then ? ," To conclude the deal , I'd say a reduction of at least 15 % would help . " " To conclude the deal , I'd say a reduction of at least 15 % would help . ", 15 % is impossible . That'll leave us almost no profit . 15 % is impossible . That'll leave us almost no profit . ," If that's the case , I'll have to go somewhere else to meet my needs . " " If that's the case , I'll have to go somewhere else to meet my needs . "," How about doing it this way ? You increase your quantity to 8,000 dozen and I'll give you a l0 % reduction . " " How about doing it this way ? You increase your quantity to 8,000 dozen and I'll give you a l0 % reduction . ", 8000 would be too large a figure to be used for a trial . 8000 would be too large a figure to be used for a trial . ," Well , to encourage future business , I'm prepared to reduce the price by 10 % . We can't go any further . " " Well , to encourage future business , I'm prepared to reduce the price by 10 % . We can't go any further . ", Ok . Let's call it a deal . Hello . This is Bell Canada . How can I help you ? , Hi . This is Amy Yang . I ’ m calling for a home phone cancellation . I ’ m moving out next month . Hi . This is Amy Yang . I ’ m calling for a home phone cancellation . I ’ m moving out next month . , Okay . What day would you want your home phone cancelled ? Okay . What day would you want your home phone cancelled ? , The end of this month . The end of this month . , All right . I ’ ll do it for you by then . Anything else ? All right . I ’ ll do it for you by then . Anything else ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", Bye . "Honey , wait ! I've sprained my ankle . "," Oh , my god , are you OK ? " " Oh , my god , are you OK ? ", Of course not ! Of course not ! ," Come on , sit down , and let me have a look . " " Come on , sit down , and let me have a look . ", The pain is killing me . The pain is killing me . , I told you to wear running shoes . But you don't listen . I told you to wear running shoes . But you don't listen . , I thought leather shoes will do just as well . I thought leather shoes will do just as well . ," Hold on , don't move , I will take care of that . " " Hold on , don't move , I will take care of that . ", What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? ," I will get some ice , and put it on your ankle.How does that feel ? " " I will get some ice , and put it on your ankle.How does that feel ? ", God ! It's freezing ! God ! It's freezing ! , Be brave . Don't worry . You will be able to walk soon . This is my friend Jenny . , What's her last name ? What's her last name ? , It's Snow . It's Snow . , What color are her eyes ? What color are her eyes ? , They're blue . They're blue . , What color is her hair ? What color is her hair ? , It's brown . It's brown . , How old is she ? How old is she ? , She's 42 . "I have to check out now . My name is Ruth Carson . Can I have my bill , please ? "," Yes , it's $ 167 . " " Yes , it's $ 167 . ", Thank you . "I wish our competition will quit poaching our people , when Susan resigned last week to work for the Sunburst , she was our fourth employee to leave us for them . "," Have you ever considered that perhaps we have a morale problem among our employees ? If everyone is discontent with their work , of course they won't stick arround . " " Have you ever considered that perhaps we have a morale problem among our employees ? If everyone is discontent with their work , of course they won't stick arround . "," Well , those do leave will soon find out the grass isn't as green on the other side of sense as they thought it was , I know Sunburst is suffering from inbreeding . " " Well , those do leave will soon find out the grass isn't as green on the other side of sense as they thought it was , I know Sunburst is suffering from inbreeding . ", Inbreeding is a big drawback from snitching most of their employers from one or two companies . Inbreeding is a big drawback from snitching most of their employers from one or two companies . ," With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board . " " With Susan leaving , we should probably look to someone new on board . "," Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people . " " Our human resource department is working on it , it's not easy to recruit new employees every few month , it's hard to find qualified people . ", Maybe we should start shopping around the competitors people . I wish I could unsay the sharp words to him . He must hate me very much . ," He doesn't mind . As a matter of fact , he's very pleased . " " He doesn't mind . As a matter of fact , he's very pleased . "," Really ? Oh , thank Goodness ! " "Hi , Bob . Can I have the book back I lent to you last month ? "," Oh ! I forgot all about it . Of course you can have it back , John . I'm sorry about the delay . " " Oh ! I forgot all about it . Of course you can have it back , John . I'm sorry about the delay . "," Well , it doesn't matter . I almost forgot it too if it is not for Peter who asked me about it this coming . " How long have you been washing clothes here ? , I started washing here about three years ago . I started washing here about three years ago . , How come ? How come ? , I can wash my clothes for less money here . I can wash my clothes for less money here . , This is my first time washing clothes here . This is my first time washing clothes here . , What reason are you washing here today ? What reason are you washing here today ? , I can't wash at home because my machine is broken . I can't wash at home because my machine is broken . , Go and get it repaired . Go and get it repaired . , That'll cost too much . That'll cost too much . , Are you going to continue washing your clothes here for a while ? Are you going to continue washing your clothes here for a while ? , I have no choice . I have no choice . , Washing clothes at a Laundromat costs a lot less money . "Some companies use to ban dating among employees , but now they have realized it is something in avertable . People spend so much time at work . It is not surprising for one to have a crash on the other . "," If we think positively , office love can be beneficial to company . " " If we think positively , office love can be beneficial to company . "," Beneficial ? I don ’ t think so . If two employees get married , they will leave at the same time for a honeymoon , or later one of them will stay at home taking care of babies . If they break up , the company will probably have to relocate one of them to make the workplace more comfortable . By any means , the company must spare extra efforts to solve problems brought by an office dating . " " Beneficial ? I don ’ t think so . If two employees get married , they will leave at the same time for a honeymoon , or later one of them will stay at home taking care of babies . If they break up , the company will probably have to relocate one of them to make the workplace more comfortable . By any means , the company must spare extra efforts to solve problems brought by an office dating . "," But if two employees are in love , they will be happy . Happy people are more productive . If they develop an intimate relation with each other , they are willing to share knowledge and experience . It can help to improve work efficiency . " " But if two employees are in love , they will be happy . Happy people are more productive . If they develop an intimate relation with each other , they are willing to share knowledge and experience . It can help to improve work efficiency . ", I doubt that . "Hey , Mom , look what I found ! ", Good heavens ! Don't bring that frog in the house . Thank you for calling the Twin Theatre . , What time does the next showing of Forrest Gump begin ? What time does the next showing of Forrest Gump begin ? , The next show is at two o'clock . The next show is at two o'clock . , What about the one after that ? "In the discus throw , you scored 30 meters at the final throw . How did you make it ? "," Well , I've been practising for 5 weeks . " " Well , I've been practising for 5 weeks . ", Is this your best score ? Is this your best score ? ," No , once I did 32 . " "Hi , Charlie ! What are you reading ? "," Hi , bob . I ’ m reading a biography ? " " Hi , bob . I ’ m reading a biography ? ", Who ’ s it about ? Who ’ s it about ? , It ’ s about Bob Dylan . It ’ s about Bob Dylan . , Who is he ? Who is he ? , He ’ s a famous American musician . He ’ s a famous American musician . , Who ’ s the author ? Who ’ s the author ? , It was written by Howard Sounds . It was written by Howard Sounds . , What do you think about it ? What do you think about it ? , It ’ s great ! I ’ Ve learned a lot from reading it . It ’ s great ! I ’ Ve learned a lot from reading it . , Can I read it when you ’ re done ? Can I read it when you ’ re done ? ," Sure , bob ! I ’ m on chapter 12 now , so I ’ m almost finished . " " Sure , bob ! I ’ m on chapter 12 now , so I ’ m almost finished . ", How many chapters does the book have ? How many chapters does the book have ? , There are 15 chapters in total . There are 15 chapters in total . , When do you think you ’ ll have finished reading it ? When do you think you ’ ll have finished reading it ? , I should be done by Friday . I ’ ll give it to you in class then . I should be done by Friday . I ’ ll give it to you in class then . , Thanks . Charlie ! Thanks . Charlie ! , No problem . Bob . What do you think ? , It looks great . It looks great . , I would like to purchase it . I would like to purchase it . , Will this be cash or charge ? Will this be cash or charge ? ," Here , take my credit card . " " Here , take my credit card . "," Just sign here , please . " " Just sign here , please . ", Sure . Here you go . Sure . Here you go . , Here's your receipt . Have a nice day . You know that ? Joan has got the scholarship . , Really ? Really ? , But I think Henry is a backroom boy.He always helps her with her study . But I think Henry is a backroom boy.He always helps her with her study . , You're right . "You know that this afternoon's meeting is cancelled , right ? ", Why am I always the last to know these things ? Why am I always the last to know these things ? , I sent out a notice . You've stopped checking your e-mail ? I sent out a notice . You've stopped checking your e-mail ? ," No , but Bean did send me like a hundred forwards today . My mailbox must have been overflowing . " " No , but Bean did send me like a hundred forwards today . My mailbox must have been overflowing . ", How obnoxious ! I heard he was sending you dirty jokes . How obnoxious ! I heard he was sending you dirty jokes . ," He not only sent me nasty e-mail , but he's so bored , he even asked me to search the Net for even more forwards for him ! " "Golden Taxi cabs , how may I help you ? ", Can you send a cab to pick me up ? Can you send a cab to pick me up ? ," Sure , where are you ? " " Sure , where are you ? ", I'm on the corner of the Fifth and Mane . What sports do you think women excel at most ? ," I think women excel in every sport except the ones that are taboo for us to join in , like football . " " I think women excel in every sport except the ones that are taboo for us to join in , like football . ", I mean which ones are they better at than men ? I mean which ones are they better at than men ? , Why do you care ? Women and men are different all around . I don't think they can be compared . Why do you care ? Women and men are different all around . I don't think they can be compared . , That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ? That's a good point . Let me change my question . What sports do women like best ? ," Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports . " " Well , I know some women who love golf and I know others who love contact sports . ", Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ? Are you saying that women can't be generally categorized ? , Are you suggesting that anyone can be ? Peter ? This is Steven from China . I've got the document you want . ," Great . Send it to me by FedEx tomorrow morning . Or better , call Federal Express for a pick-up . That way I'll get it even earlier . " " Great . Send it to me by FedEx tomorrow morning . Or better , call Federal Express for a pick-up . That way I'll get it even earlier . ", That'll cost me a fortune . That'll cost me a fortune . , Don't worry about that . I'll reimburse you as soon as I receive the package . Don't worry about that . I'll reimburse you as soon as I receive the package . ," OK . I'll try . But I'm not sure Federal Express picks up mail in this city . If that's the case , I'll send the package through Chinese express mail service . " " OK . I'll try . But I'm not sure Federal Express picks up mail in this city . If that's the case , I'll send the package through Chinese express mail service . ", OK . Do you know anything about Dr . Miller's classes ? , Yes . Are you in his class ? Yes . Are you in his class ? , I'm thinking of taking his class next semester . I'm thinking of taking his class next semester . ," He really knew his stuff , but he graded hard . Would that be OK ? " " He really knew his stuff , but he graded hard . Would that be OK ? "," Yes , I really need someone who is really good . " " Yes , I really need someone who is really good . ", I didn't find it overwhelming to earn a good grade if you work at it . Can you do that ? I didn't find it overwhelming to earn a good grade if you work at it . Can you do that ? ," Maybe , but I'm not sure . " " Maybe , but I'm not sure . "," Man , this guy was so funny when he was teaching . I like that , don't you ? " " Man , this guy was so funny when he was teaching . I like that , don't you ? "," No , that stuff isn't important to me . " " No , that stuff isn't important to me . ", Did you know that he is a fairly new teacher and very current in his field ? Did you know that he is a fairly new teacher and very current in his field ? , I don't care about any of that . I don't care about any of that . , We all are looking for different things in an instructor . I hope I've helped you . "Good evening , madam . May I help you ? "," I want a facial . But this is the first time I've come here , so can you tell me how you do it ? " " I want a facial . But this is the first time I've come here , so can you tell me how you do it ? "," Sure . Most facials start with a thorough cleaning . Then we usually use a toner to invigorate the skin , followed by exfoliation treatment-a peeling mask or scrub that removes the dead cells that make the skin lock dull . After that , we'll massage your face and neck with oil or cream to improve the circulation and relieve the tension , followed by a mask to moisturize and soften the skin . " " Sure . Most facials start with a thorough cleaning . Then we usually use a toner to invigorate the skin , followed by exfoliation treatment-a peeling mask or scrub that removes the dead cells that make the skin lock dull . After that , we'll massage your face and neck with oil or cream to improve the circulation and relieve the tension , followed by a mask to moisturize and soften the skin . ", That's exactly what I want . How long does it take ? That's exactly what I want . How long does it take ? , We have half-hour and one-hour treatments . We have half-hour and one-hour treatments . , What's the regular price ? What's the regular price ? ," Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do . " " Well , the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan . If you want make-up , another 20 yuan will do . "," Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up . " " Good , I will take the one hour facial with make-up . "," That's fine , madam . " " That's fine , madam . "," By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please . " " By the way , could you give me a manicure ? Use a light nail-polish , please . "," Yes , madam . " " I said , ' Do you want me to help you ? ' ", I'm trying to find a post office . I'm trying to find a post office . , Go three blocks and turn right . It's right there . Go three blocks and turn right . It's right there . , Should I take the bus ? Should I take the bus ? , No . It'll only take about five minutes to walk . No . It'll only take about five minutes to walk . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Anytime . "Good morning , Maintenance Department . ", Hello . I'm having a problem with my air conditioner . Hello . I'm having a problem with my air conditioner . , Which air conditioner ? Which air conditioner ? , The one in the bedroom . The one in the bedroom . , What seems to be the problem ? What seems to be the problem ? , There's no cold air coming out . There's no cold air coming out . ," May I have your room number , please ? " " May I have your room number , please ? ", 512 . 512 . ," OK , we'll send someone up to check it . " " OK , we'll send someone up to check it . "," I'm going out right now . But that's all right , you can come when I've gone . " " I'm going out right now . But that's all right , you can come when I've gone . ", Fine . The housekeeper will open the door and stay in the room with the repairmen . I'll participate in a quiz about the 29th Olympic Games in Beijing . It will be held tonight . Will you come ? ," Sure . What do you know about the Olympic Games on the past ? For example , do you know where and when the first Olympic Games were held in the ancient times ? " " Sure . What do you know about the Olympic Games on the past ? For example , do you know where and when the first Olympic Games were held in the ancient times ? ", It was held in 776 B . C . at Olympia . It also has a long history of more than 2700 years . It was held in 776 B . C . at Olympia . It also has a long history of more than 2700 years . , Haven't the Olympics been stopped for a long time ? Haven't the Olympics been stopped for a long time ? ," Yes , there were no games in 1916 , 1940 and 1944 , because of World War I and World War II . " " Yes , there were no games in 1916 , 1940 and 1944 , because of World War I and World War II . "," I see . Look , do you know what that emblem means ? I've seen it so many times , but I don't know what it stands for . " " I see . Look , do you know what that emblem means ? I've seen it so many times , but I don't know what it stands for . "," Oh , it's the Beijing 2008 Olympics ' Emblem . It's a Chinese seal , meaning that Chinese people warmly welcome the friends from all over the world . " " Oh , it's the Beijing 2008 Olympics ' Emblem . It's a Chinese seal , meaning that Chinese people warmly welcome the friends from all over the world . ", I see . I believe there will be lots of foreigners coming to Beijing to watch the Games . I see . I believe there will be lots of foreigners coming to Beijing to watch the Games . , Sure . What can I do for you ? , Would you recommend some materials on the World War Two ? Would you recommend some materials on the World War Two ? , Have you found a particular item from the card catalogue ? Have you found a particular item from the card catalogue ? ," Yes , but I don't think they are enough for me . " " Yes , but I don't think they are enough for me . "," Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period . " " Oh , maybe you can find something from the New York Times , or the Washington Post during that period . ", That's a good idea . Thanks a lot . That's a good idea . Thanks a lot . , You are welcome . What can I do for you ? , Do you have any blue shirts ? Do you have any blue shirts ? , Yes . What's your size ? Yes . What's your size ? , I'm not familiar with American size . I'm not familiar with American size . , All right . Let me see . I think you'd wear a size 8 . This shirt is size 8 . All right . Let me see . I think you'd wear a size 8 . This shirt is size 8 . , It's pretty . May I try it on ? It's pretty . May I try it on ? , Sure . The fitting room is over there . Sure . The fitting room is over there . , Thank you . I absolutely love what you're wearing today . , You do ? I just bought this outfit a couple days ago . You do ? I just bought this outfit a couple days ago . ," Seriously , it looks really nice on you . Where did you buy it from ? " " Seriously , it looks really nice on you . Where did you buy it from ? ", I bought it from the Macy's at the Santa Anita mall . I bought it from the Macy's at the Santa Anita mall . , I really like that outfit . I really like that outfit . ," Thanks . I think you look nice today , too . " " Thanks . I think you look nice today , too . ", Thank you . I just bought these new shoes earlier today . Thank you . I just bought these new shoes earlier today . , Those are nice . What are they ? Those are nice . What are they ? , These are some Chucks . These are some Chucks . , Those are great . How much were they ? Those are great . How much were they ? , I got them for forty . I got them for forty . , I think I might go and find me my own pair of Chucks . I think it's going to be a nice day . , It's certainly a big improvement over yesterday . It's certainly a big improvement over yesterday . , But it'supposed to get cloudy and windy again this afternoon . But it'supposed to get cloudy and windy again this afternoon . ," Well , the worst of the winter should be over . " "May , my grandpa is ill . I will go to look after him . Catch you later ! ", OK . I will catch you later . You didn't show up to my performance last night ! Some kind of friend you are ! , Give me a chance to explain . I was no my way and I had an accident . Give me a chance to explain . I was no my way and I had an accident . , Sure . You look like you're all black and blue . Sure . You look like you're all black and blue . ," I am fine . In fact , I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle . But the other guy is in critical condition . " " I am fine . In fact , I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle . But the other guy is in critical condition . ", You're serious ? You're serious ? ," Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert . " " Yes , I'm serious . I'm really sorry about missing your concert . ", I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me . I guess I misjudged you . I hope you can forgive me . ," Of course I forgive you . What are friends for ? Now , what am I going to do for that other guy ? " "Hi Bill , I saw your grandma yesterday . ", Oh where was that ? Oh where was that ? , I was running around the track at my college and there she was walking around the same track . I was running around the track at my college and there she was walking around the same track . , Grannie always tries to stay fit and healthy.She is always making us kids eat the proper foods . Grannie always tries to stay fit and healthy.She is always making us kids eat the proper foods . ," Well , it pays off for her.How old is she anyway ? " " Well , it pays off for her.How old is she anyway ? ", She will be 86 next month . She will be 86 next month . , That is truly amazing ! Crown Hotel . Reservation Desk . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to book a room at your hotel . " " Yes , I'd like to book a room at your hotel . "," What kind of room would you like , sir ? We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in our hotel . " " What kind of room would you like , sir ? We have single rooms , double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in our hotel . ", I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th . I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th . , All right . All right . ," What is the rate , please ? " " What is the rate , please ? ", The current rate is $ 100 per night . The current rate is $ 100 per night . , What services come with that ? What services come with that ? ," For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day . " " For $ 100 you'll have a radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day . ", That sounds not bad at all . I'll take it . I just discovered that I owe $ 10 for a movie that I never ordered . ," Let me check , sir . You were charged for watching ' Titanic ' Monday night . " " Let me check , sir . You were charged for watching ' Titanic ' Monday night . ", That is absolutely incorrect ! I was out on the town Monday night . That is absolutely incorrect ! I was out on the town Monday night . ," Okay , sir , bear with me a moment . " " Okay , sir , bear with me a moment . ", Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word . Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word . ," One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file . " " One slight problem , sir . I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file . ", You can You can ," I feel your pain , sir . " " I feel your pain , sir . ", Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves . Absolutely unbelievable ! You people should be ashamed of yourselves . ," I agree with you , sir , but all I do is work here . " Good afternoon . Can I help you ? , I need some remedies for an upset stomach . I need some remedies for an upset stomach . , Are you also suffering from pain and fever ? Are you also suffering from pain and fever ? ," Yes , and I also have the runs " " Yes , and I also have the runs "," I'll give you some tablets that should make you feel better . One moment , please . Here you are . Take these tablets three times a day swallow them with water . " " I'll give you some tablets that should make you feel better . One moment , please . Here you are . Take these tablets three times a day swallow them with water . ", When should I take them ? When should I take them ? , Take on after each meal . Take on after each meal . , How long should I continue taking them ? How long should I continue taking them ? ," Take them for two days.If your symptoms persist for more than two days , you should see a doctor Also , be sure to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration . " " Take them for two days.If your symptoms persist for more than two days , you should see a doctor Also , be sure to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration . ", Thank you for your advice . This is the last of the milk . , I know . I intent to go to the store today . I know . I intent to go to the store today . , Would you get some that new cereal we saw advertise on TV . Would you get some that new cereal we saw advertise on TV . , Which one ? Which one ? , You know . The one with the silly art about how advisements have jump up and down . You know . The one with the silly art about how advisements have jump up and down . ," Oh , you mean kikois . " " Oh , you mean kikois . "," Yeah , That ’ s the one . " " Yeah , That ’ s the one . "," Well . I ’ ll see , sometimes the store don't have some one of new kinds of cereal . " How have you been doing lately ? ," Actually , I haven ’ t been sleeping well . I am kind of out of it . " " Actually , I haven ’ t been sleeping well . I am kind of out of it . ", Is there some reason why you can ’ t get enough sleep ? Is there some reason why you can ’ t get enough sleep ? ," I go to bed , but I just can ’ t get comfortable enough to stay asleep . " " I go to bed , but I just can ’ t get comfortable enough to stay asleep . ", When do you turn in for the night ? When do you turn in for the night ? , I usually try to go to bed around 11 I usually try to go to bed around 11 , Do you have a lot on your mind when you try to go to sleep ? Do you have a lot on your mind when you try to go to sleep ? ," My mother is ill with cancer , and I think about her a lot . " " My mother is ill with cancer , and I think about her a lot . ", Do you ever meditate or read before bedtime ? Do you ever meditate or read before bedtime ? , I usually watch a lot of television before I go to bed . Maybe I should try something else to help me quiet down . Could you tell me how to use the washer and dryer ? , What do you need help with ? What do you need help with ? , Do you know how to turn them on ? Do you know how to turn them on ? , Do you have any change ? Do you have any change ? , I need change for the machines ? I need change for the machines ? , You need to put 50 cents into the washer machine and a dollar into the dryer . You need to put 50 cents into the washer machine and a dollar into the dryer . , So what do I need to do ? So what do I need to do ? , The machines will turn on once you put the quarters into the slot . The machines will turn on once you put the quarters into the slot . , That's really all I have to do ? That's really all I have to do ? , That's everything . That's everything . , Thanks for all your help . Thanks for all your help . , I'm here if you need any more help . "Excuse me , doc . I am not feeling well . Can you help me ? "," Yes , but not here . Have you got registered yet ? " " Yes , but not here . Have you got registered yet ? "," No , I haven't . Where do I go for that ? " " No , I haven't . Where do I go for that ? ", The registration office . Did you bring your records with you ? The registration office . Did you bring your records with you ? , Yes . Yes . , Is anybody here with you ? Parents or siblings ? Is anybody here with you ? Parents or siblings ? ," No , I'm here all by myself . " " No , I'm here all by myself . "," You are a brave kid . Go ahead to the registration office first , then to the doctors . " " You are a brave kid . Go ahead to the registration office first , then to the doctors . ", But I don't know where the registration office is . But I don't know where the registration office is . , It's in the hall on the first floor . It's in the hall on the first floor . , Do I have to come back here after getting registered ? Do I have to come back here after getting registered ? ," No , kid . This is the gynecology department . " " No , kid . This is the gynecology department . ", Gynecology ? Gynecology ? ," Yeah , It's only for girls . " Where are you going for your trip ? , I think Hebes is a good place . I think Hebes is a good place . , But I heard the north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms ! But I heard the north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms ! , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds . " " Yes , it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds . ", How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ? How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas ? , The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation . The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms . The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation . , It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody ! It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody ! , You are quite right . "Did Bean send these dirty jokes to you , too ? Look ! "," What a creep ! Phony good luck e-mails are one thing , but sexual harassment is crossing the line . " " What a creep ! Phony good luck e-mails are one thing , but sexual harassment is crossing the line . ", No wonder he asked for my address first-he just wants to harass me ! No wonder he asked for my address first-he just wants to harass me ! , You could try using a spam filter to reject stuff that's obviously pornographic or anything else you don't want . Is my car ready yet ? ," I don't know , sir . What's the number of your car ? " " I don't know , sir . What's the number of your car ? ", It's LF 312 G . It's LF 312 G . , When did you bring it to us ? When did you bring it to us ? , I bought it here three days ago . I bought it here three days ago . ," Ah yes , I remember now . " " Ah yes , I remember now . ", Have your mechanics finished yet ? Have your mechanics finished yet ? ," No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it.Isn ' t that your car ? " " No , they're still working on it . Let's go into the garage and have a look at it.Isn ' t that your car ? "," Well , it was my car . " " Well , it was my car . ", Didn't you have a crash ? Didn't you have a crash ? , That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ? That's right . I drove it into a lamp post . Can your mechanics repair it ? ," Well , they're trying to repair it , sir . But to tell you the truth , you need a new car . " Did you ever take History 231 ? , Yeah . Last semester . Yeah . Last semester . , Who was the professor ? Who was the professor ? , It was Professor Johnson . It was Professor Johnson . , I have him this semester . What do you think about him ? I have him this semester . What do you think about him ? ," He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot , but fortunately , he's an easy grader . " " He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot , but fortunately , he's an easy grader . ", What did you end up getting ? What did you end up getting ? ," I got an A - . Sounds good , but none of my test scores were that high , so I don't know how I got a decent grade . " " I got an A - . Sounds good , but none of my test scores were that high , so I don't know how I got a decent grade . ", That's probably because he grades on a curve . That's probably because he grades on a curve . , Are you enjoying the class so far ? Are you enjoying the class so far ? ," I hate it and I was about to withdrawal . But after hearing your experience , I think I will tough it out . " " I hate it and I was about to withdrawal . But after hearing your experience , I think I will tough it out . ", Yes . Definitely stay in the class . You will get a better grade than your test scores . He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot . Yes . Definitely stay in the class . You will get a better grade than your test scores . He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot . , Thanks for letting me know . I feel relieved now . What's wrong with him ? , His nose is out of joint because we forgot to invite him to the party . "Annie , what is troubling you ? You look unhappy . "," A man is pursuing me . He was my schoolmate in college , and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years . " " A man is pursuing me . He was my schoolmate in college , and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years . ", Do you like him ? Do you like him ? ," Yes , I do like him . " " Yes , I do like him . ", Then why are you hesitating ? Then why are you hesitating ? ," You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted . " " You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships . Last summer , I fell in love with John . But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks , and then wilted . ", One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship . One love drives out another . You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship . , Maybe you are right . "Next , please . ", Here are our passports and tickets . Here are our passports and tickets . ," Let's see . Yes , here are your passports back . Did you pack your luggage yourselves ? " " Let's see . Yes , here are your passports back . Did you pack your luggage yourselves ? "," Yes , we did . Just this morning . " " Yes , we did . Just this morning . ", Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ? Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them ? ," No , sir . We left directly from the hostel . " " No , sir . We left directly from the hostel . ", Are these four pieces all your luggage ? Are these four pieces all your luggage ? , Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons . Yes . Oh ! And these two carry-ons . , You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons . You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons . , Right . Thanks . Right . Thanks . ," Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half . " " Here are your baggage claim stubs , miss . And here are your boarding passes . Your seats are 29K and 29J . Your flight leaves at Gate 7 , and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half . ", Thanks . Thanks . , Have a nice flight . "You have a lovely house , Jack . ", Thank you . But a number of things have been going wrong lately . Thank you . But a number of things have been going wrong lately . , That's too bad . What problems are you having . That's too bad . What problems are you having . ," Oh , the whole house needs re-painting for starters . The carpet in the living room is worn out , and I'd like to put in new wall-to-wall carpeting . Last week , I had to call the plumber to fix the toilet . Anyway , all par for the course when you own a house , I guess . I think I am going to hire an interior decorator to look the place over . " " Oh , the whole house needs re-painting for starters . The carpet in the living room is worn out , and I'd like to put in new wall-to-wall carpeting . Last week , I had to call the plumber to fix the toilet . Anyway , all par for the course when you own a house , I guess . I think I am going to hire an interior decorator to look the place over . ", I ’ Ve studied home decoration as a hobby . Could I make some suggestions ? I ’ Ve studied home decoration as a hobby . Could I make some suggestions ? , Go right ahead . Go right ahead . ," Well , I think a crystal chandelier would look great in your living room , and maybe some new drapes for the windows . Also , a grandfather clock would look great in the den . Perhaps you could buy some potted plants for the dining room " " Well , I think a crystal chandelier would look great in your living room , and maybe some new drapes for the windows . Also , a grandfather clock would look great in the den . Perhaps you could buy some potted plants for the dining room "," Well , you really do have a talent for this , Alice . Thanks for the suggestions . " " Well , you really do have a talent for this , Alice . Thanks for the suggestions . "," You are welcome , Jack . Glad to be of help . " "Hello , I need to come in and see the doctor . "," Are you scheduling a check-up , or are you ill ? " " Are you scheduling a check-up , or are you ill ? ", I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at . I have really itchy skin and think I may have to have it looked at . , Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash ? Have you been feeling any joint aches with that rash ? ," No , but I have a low fever . " " No , but I have a low fever . ", I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ? I have times available for Tuesday or Wednesday . Which one would work best for you ? , I want to come in on Wednesday . I want to come in on Wednesday . , I can fit you in on that day at 10 I can fit you in on that day at 10 , I would prefer Dr . Smith . I would prefer Dr . Smith . ," You can see the doctor of your choice then , and we will see you at your scheduled appointment time . " "Come in , come in ! "," Hi , Gary , what happened ? I was waiting for you at the theater . Why didn ’ t you meet me there ? " " Hi , Gary , what happened ? I was waiting for you at the theater . Why didn ’ t you meet me there ? ", I thought we were supposed to meet here . I thought we were supposed to meet here . , Don ’ t you know our movie starts at seven ? And we were going to meet at the theater at five to seven . Then it doesn ’ t make sense to meet at the apartment . Don ’ t you know our movie starts at seven ? And we were going to meet at the theater at five to seven . Then it doesn ’ t make sense to meet at the apartment . , I ’ m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other . I ’ m sorry . We must have misunderstood each other . , Why don ’ t you try to be clearer about your intentions ? Why don ’ t you try to be clearer about your intentions ? , You ’ re right . I am sorry . Let ’ s go and watch the movie . You ’ re right . I am sorry . Let ’ s go and watch the movie . , It ’ s okay . I don ’ t want to go now . We ’ Ve already missed ten minutes of the movie . I don ’ t want to see a movie without watching the beginning . Do you think maybe it would be better to just talk to Vince ? Explain the situation ? ," No way . I want the satisfaction of squishing this bug myself . Plus , what if it's Vince ? " " No way . I want the satisfaction of squishing this bug myself . Plus , what if it's Vince ? ", I don't think so . Your admirer seems kind of sweet . Aren't you even a little curious about him ? I don't think so . Your admirer seems kind of sweet . Aren't you even a little curious about him ? ," He's just a distraction , like a mosquito buzzing in my ear . I want no distractions . " " He's just a distraction , like a mosquito buzzing in my ear . I want no distractions . "," A little distraction might do you some good , Zina . " May I have your attention please ? ," Would you please be quiet , Ladies and Gentlemen ? " " Would you please be quiet , Ladies and Gentlemen ? "," Well , my speech isn't very long . Would you please ... " " Well , my speech isn't very long . Would you please ... ", Quiet everybody ! May I know how old you are ? , I am 24 . I am 24 . , What is your date of birth ? What is your date of birth ? ," I was born on April 15 , 1986 . " "Excuse me , can you tell me how to apply for a visa to America ? ", Log on to the website of American Embassy in Beijing and fill in the application forms . Log on to the website of American Embassy in Beijing and fill in the application forms . , And what should I do next ? And what should I do next ? , Then make an appointment by telephone and wait for the interview . Then make an appointment by telephone and wait for the interview . , How long will I wait for ? How long will I wait for ? , It all depends . It all depends . , What's the fee for application ? What's the fee for application ? , About 800 yuan . About 800 yuan . , Thank you very much . What sort of accommodation can you supply for me ? , We've got a beautiful two - double room with a bath an shower . "Good afternoon , Peace restaurant , may I help you ? "," I'd like to reserve a table for two , my wife and I . " " I'd like to reserve a table for two , my wife and I . "," Yes , sir . What time would you like , sir ? " " Yes , sir . What time would you like , sir ? ", I'm not sure . Perhaps around 8 PM . I'm not sure . Perhaps around 8 PM . ," Fine , a reserve a table for two at 8 PM , sir , may I have your name , please ? " " Fine , a reserve a table for two at 8 PM , sir , may I have your name , please ? "," Juliet , Juliet Berman . " " Juliet , Juliet Berman . "," Thank you , Mr.Berman . and you prefer smoking or non-smoking ? " " Thank you , Mr.Berman . and you prefer smoking or non-smoking ? "," Non-smoking will be fine , please . But it is more important that you get a table by the window . It's our anniversary , and I'd like to be very special . " " Non-smoking will be fine , please . But it is more important that you get a table by the window . It's our anniversary , and I'd like to be very special . "," I'll try my best . With a toward to having with this tonight , Mr.Berman . " " I'll try my best . With a toward to having with this tonight , Mr.Berman . "," Thank you , goodbye . " " Thank you , goodbye . "," Goodbye , and have a nice day . " How are you ? , I ’ m doing well . I ’ m doing well . , How may I help you ? How may I help you ? , Could you cancel a check for me ? Could you cancel a check for me ? , What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? , I wrote the check out for way too much . I wrote the check out for way too much . , How much ? How much ? , I wrote the check out for $ 150 . I wrote the check out for $ 150 . , What were you supposed to write it out for ? What were you supposed to write it out for ? , I was supposed to write the check out for $ 100 . I was supposed to write the check out for $ 100 . , I ’ ll just cancel it for you right now . I ’ ll just cancel it for you right now . , That ’ s great . You ’ re a lifesaver . I'd like to reserve a room . , Which date would that be ? Which date would that be ? ," For the night of April 18th , for one night . " " For the night of April 18th , for one night . ", I'm afraid our hotel is fully booked on that night . Is it possible for you to change your reservation date ? I'm afraid our hotel is fully booked on that night . Is it possible for you to change your reservation date ? ," No , I'm afraid not . " " No , I'm afraid not . ", We might have cancellations . Could you call us again some other day ? We might have cancellations . Could you call us again some other day ? ," Sure , but if you do have any cancellations , could you let me know as soon as possible ? " " Sure , but if you do have any cancellations , could you let me know as soon as possible ? "," I'm very sorry , sir , but we are unable to do that . We would appreciate it very much if you could call us instead . " " I'm very sorry , sir , but we are unable to do that . We would appreciate it very much if you could call us instead . "," OK , thanks . " "Oh , hi , Lily . When did you get back from Canada ? ", Just last week . Just last week . , How was it ? How was it ? ," Oh , I loved it . I only visited a couple of cities , you know . But I had a great time . " " Oh , I loved it . I only visited a couple of cities , you know . But I had a great time . "," Well , tell me . What are they like ? " " Well , tell me . What are they like ? ", They ’ re nice . "Excuse me , are you Sara Wilson ? "," Yes , I am.You must be Tom.Nice to meet you . " " Yes , I am.You must be Tom.Nice to meet you . ", Nice to meet you too.Let me help you with your bags . Nice to meet you too.Let me help you with your bags . ," Be careful , Tom.Those are pretty heavy . " " Be careful , Tom.Those are pretty heavy . "," Wow , you're not kidding.Hold on a second.Hello , could you give us a hand , please ? " Do you have the notes from last week's class ? , Did you come late ? Did you come late ? , I couldn't make it . I couldn't make it . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , I was sick . I was sick . ," Oh , okay . Well , here you go . " " Oh , okay . Well , here you go . ", Are these all of them ? Are these all of them ? ," Oh , wait , here are the rest . " " Oh , wait , here are the rest . ", Thanks a bunch . Thanks a bunch . , Don't mention it . "Rose , is this you ? "," Yes , what is up ? " " Yes , what is up ? ", This is Susan . Would you mind taking charge of decorating the office for our Christmas party ? This is Susan . Would you mind taking charge of decorating the office for our Christmas party ? , Sure . Sure . , You can get your supplies upstairs from Mrs . Horn . You can get your supplies upstairs from Mrs . Horn . , Will I be getting any help ? Will I be getting any help ? , You can ask Frank and Cathy to help you . "Lucy , where are you going ? ", I want to go to the supermarket . I want to go to the supermarket . , Wait a few minutes and I'll go there with you . Wait a few minutes and I'll go there with you . , Let's get a shopping cart . Let's get a shopping cart . , Good idea Good idea , What are you going to buy ? What are you going to buy ? , Let's check out the fruit section first . Let's check out the fruit section first . , OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet . OK . I'd like some oranges . But they don't look quite ripe yet . ," Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some . " " Look , nice fresh cherries ! They are ripe and soft . I'll take some . "," I'll take some , too . " " I'll take some , too . ", Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets . Let's go to the snacks section . I want some chocolate and sweets . , OK . I'll go and buy some cakes . OK . I'll go and buy some cakes . , Do you want to buy something else ? Do you want to buy something else ? , No . Let's go over to the check-out stand . "Excuse me , can you help me figure out how to get to the Wudaokou subway station from here ? "," Sure ... first you're going to have to buy a ticket to ride on the subway . The Wudaokou station is on the lightrail , so you'll have to transfer . Be sure you buy a combination ticket for the regular subway and the lightrail . It should cost you 5 yuan . " " Sure ... first you're going to have to buy a ticket to ride on the subway . The Wudaokou station is on the lightrail , so you'll have to transfer . Be sure you buy a combination ticket for the regular subway and the lightrail . It should cost you 5 yuan . "," An after I buy the ticket , where should I go ? " " An after I buy the ticket , where should I go ? "," You can take the red line train from here , but you'll have to transfer to the blue line at Fuxingmen transfer station . After you transfer , take the blue line that is heading north towards Fuchengmen . " " You can take the red line train from here , but you'll have to transfer to the blue line at Fuxingmen transfer station . After you transfer , take the blue line that is heading north towards Fuchengmen . "," So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ? " " So I transfer from red to blue , then how long do I ride the blue ? "," You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system . " " You'll take the blue line until you reach Xizhimen . That's a big station , so there will likely be a lot of people getting off at that stop . You can transfer to the lightrail there , you'll have to exit the subway and present the unused portion of your combination ticket to the Ticketmaster , they'll give you a new ticket to use on the lightrail system . ", It sounds so complicated ! It sounds so complicated ! ," No , not the really , don't worry about it , like I said there'll be a lot of people there doing the same thing that you are doing , so just follow the crowd , There's only one direction to go , so you won't get on the wrong train . Head north on the Yellow line , and you'll see Wudaokou in just a couple of stops . " "Hey Mei Hong , how are you getting to Xi ’ an next week ? ", I ’ m not sure yet . I may take the train but then again I might take the bus . I ’ m not sure yet . I may take the train but then again I might take the bus . , Yeah but the bus takes a long time . You could fly - it ’ s not so expensive these days . Yeah but the bus takes a long time . You could fly - it ’ s not so expensive these days . , Really ? Maybe I ’ ll do that then . Really ? Maybe I ’ ll do that then . ," Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ’ ll book a ticket for you . " " Ok well , you let me know your schedule and I ’ ll book a ticket for you . ", Ok . Thanks for that ! I know you have a son . How old is he ? , He's going to turn six next month . He's going to turn six next month . , Who is looking after him ? Who is looking after him ? , My mother-in - law . She retired last year . My mother-in - law . She retired last year . , You really are lucky ! You really are lucky ! ," Yeah , I know . " Where are we headed now ? , To a historic coffeehouse . It's got a little Mafia story to it . To a historic coffeehouse . It's got a little Mafia story to it . , Awesome . Was someone killed there ? Awesome . Was someone killed there ? ," Oh , yeah , while he was eating , and he was a pretty famous Don . " " Oh , yeah , while he was eating , and he was a pretty famous Don . ", Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ? Cool ! Is it safe for us to eat there though ? ," Sure . In fact , nowadays , you'll see more tourists there than Italians . There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat . " Where are you going ? , I'll accompany my wife to the hospital . I'll accompany my wife to the hospital . , What's wrong with her . What's wrong with her . , She is expecting . She is expecting . , Congratulations to you . Congratulations to you . , Thank you . Have you got your invitation yet ? ," My invitation ? No , I haven't . My invitation to what ? " " My invitation ? No , I haven't . My invitation to what ? ", The house warming party . The house warming party . , Whose house warming party is it ? Whose house warming party is it ? , Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house . Tom and Bill Smith . They are both working now you know ? And they've bought a new house . ," Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately . " " Oh , they have ? I didn't know . I haven't seen Tom lately . ", It's out in the suburbs . It's out in the suburbs . , Have you seen the house ? Have you seen the house ? ," Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend . " " Yes , I have . I went out with them last weekend . ", Is it nice ? Is it nice ? ," Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden . " " Yes , it is . There are three bedrooms , a living room , a dining room , and a big kitchen . There's also a garden . "," Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ? " " Well , that does sound nice . Have they moved in yet ? "," They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight . " " They are moving today . Tom's taken the day off . He's rented a truck , and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight . ", When are they going to have the party ? When are they going to have the party ? , Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow . Next Saturday night . You should get your invitation today or tomorrow . ," Wow , that would be something to look forward to . " "I heard there is a big yard sale at weeks this saturday morning , i will go there to see if there is some nice clothes , do you want to go with me ? "," Well , i want to go to the university flea market , they got times of books , DVDs , and a lot of nice clothing , too . " " Well , i want to go to the university flea market , they got times of books , DVDs , and a lot of nice clothing , too . ", How about we go to the yard sale first and then to the university flea market ? How about we go to the yard sale first and then to the university flea market ? ," Good idea , let's shop to we drop ! " "Dad , I've finished my homework . "," Well , what game do you want to play ? " " Well , what game do you want to play ? ", Do you want to play poker ? Do you want to play poker ? , Do you know how to play it ? Do you know how to play it ? , I'll teach you . I'll teach you . , OK . Teach me how to play the game . When do children start school in your country ? ," Normally at six . Before that , they spend several years in the kindergarten or pre-school education center . " " Normally at six . Before that , they spend several years in the kindergarten or pre-school education center . "," But thats only in the cities , isnt it ? " " But thats only in the cities , isnt it ? "," Right . In the countryside , things are more complicated . " " Right . In the countryside , things are more complicated . ", Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ? Can kids in the countryside get equally good benefits and education like those in the cities ? ," It depends . In some poor , underdeveloped areas , children's education is a problem . Many kids cannot afford to go to school . " "Do you have a reservation , sir ? "," No , I ’ m afraid we don ’ t . " " No , I ’ m afraid we don ’ t . ", I ’ m sorry the restaurant is full now . You have to wait for about half an hour . Would you like to have a drink at the lounge until there ’ s a table available . I ’ m sorry the restaurant is full now . You have to wait for about half an hour . Would you like to have a drink at the lounge until there ’ s a table available . ," No , thanks , I ’ ll come back later . May I reserve a table for two ? " " No , thanks , I ’ ll come back later . May I reserve a table for two ? "," Yes , of course . May I have your name , sir ? " " Yes , of course . May I have your name , sir ? "," Bruce By the way , can we have a table by the window ? " " Bruce By the way , can we have a table by the window ? "," we ’ ll try to arrange it , but I can ’ t guarantee sir . " " we ’ ll try to arrange it , but I can ’ t guarantee sir . ", That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . ," your table's ready , sir ? Please step this way . " What's the most popular paper circulating in the community ? , Atlanta Daily . Atlanta Daily . ," Oh , thank you . I want one . " " Oh , thank you . I want one . ", Here you are . Good morning ! Welcome to our bank ! How may I help you ? , Good morning ! I'm Steven Smith . I want to open an account here . Good morning ! I'm Steven Smith . I want to open an account here . , OK ! Come this way please . You should fill a form here first . Here you are . OK ! Come this way please . You should fill a form here first . Here you are . , Thank you very much ! And then what ? Thank you very much ! And then what ? ," If you don't mind , Mr . Smith , please go to counter number six to queue up and wait for the service . " " If you don't mind , Mr . Smith , please go to counter number six to queue up and wait for the service . ", OK ! Thank you . OK ! Thank you . , My pleasure . "B , what's in your hand ? ", Sunday papers . I usually read them after coming back home from our company . Sunday papers . I usually read them after coming back home from our company . , Why do you read them ? Why do you read them ? ," As you know , I am a sports fan . And these papers are famous for their sports section . So I will feel relaxed after grasping some information I am interested in . " " As you know , I am a sports fan . And these papers are famous for their sports section . So I will feel relaxed after grasping some information I am interested in . ", I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks . I got your meaning . Reading is your own solution to solve pressure from busy tasks . ," Correct ! What about you , Fred ? " " Correct ! What about you , Fred ? ", I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste . I often go to the bar near our dorm when I am overtired . I am crazy for drinking wines with special taste . , Don't overdo it . Don't overdo it . , Shall we have a drink someday ? Shall we have a drink someday ? , I get drunk easily . "Excuse me , would you tell me who that girl is ? ", She's Betty.She ' s Mr Goldman's niece . She's Betty.She ' s Mr Goldman's niece . , Would you love to introduce me to her ? Would you love to introduce me to her ? ," Yes , I'll be glad to . " "Ping-pong must be the top-ranking popular sport in China . It seems to me in every school , factory , army unit , or residential area , men and women , young and old , are swinging paddles . "," You got it ! In a sense , it has become a byword for Chinese sport . " " You got it ! In a sense , it has become a byword for Chinese sport . ", What do you think might be the source of its popularity ? What do you think might be the source of its popularity ? ," I think its critical advantage lies in its low cost . All you need is a racket , a table and a light celluloid ball . Tables are usually available in public recreation areas , like finest rooms , and outdoor playgrounds ... " " I think its critical advantage lies in its low cost . All you need is a racket , a table and a light celluloid ball . Tables are usually available in public recreation areas , like finest rooms , and outdoor playgrounds ... ", And sometimes a substitute table can be made out of a few desks . And sometimes a substitute table can be made out of a few desks . ," Put it there ! In senior high schools , we used to play on desks in the classroom , when no vacant tables were available . Likewise , the racket may take a variety of forms , too.Anything that resembles a racket , from a plank to cardboard or even a hardcover book , may be used as a racket . " " Put it there ! In senior high schools , we used to play on desks in the classroom , when no vacant tables were available . Likewise , the racket may take a variety of forms , too.Anything that resembles a racket , from a plank to cardboard or even a hardcover book , may be used as a racket . "," Haha , these are very good inventions . All these speak the public's fondness for the sport " " Haha , these are very good inventions . All these speak the public's fondness for the sport "," Yeah , the sport is affordable and accessible to every Tom , Dick and Jane in this developing country . No wonder even the state leaders are known to be keen on it . " " Yeah , the sport is affordable and accessible to every Tom , Dick and Jane in this developing country . No wonder even the state leaders are known to be keen on it . ", I know President Hu Into likes playing ping-pong . I know President Hu Into likes playing ping-pong . ," Actually , he excels in it . Chairman Mao , too , encouraged the whole nation to play ping-pong as a part of the nationwide body building campaign . " " Actually , he excels in it . Chairman Mao , too , encouraged the whole nation to play ping-pong as a part of the nationwide body building campaign . "," I see . There was also the famous ping pong diplomacy , wasn't there ? " You have done an excellent job this year and we are pleased with the results . , I am glad that you have been happy with my performance . I am glad that you have been happy with my performance . ," As a result of your performance , we are happy to offer you the position of manager . " " As a result of your performance , we are happy to offer you the position of manager . ", Does this title come with an increase in salary ? Does this title come with an increase in salary ? ," Yes , it does . " " Yes , it does . ", Can you give me the specifics ? Can you give me the specifics ? , Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 . Your monthly gross salary will increase by $ 500 . , That sounds fair . "I am an eloquent speaker in the classroom . But when I face a stranger outside , I get tongue-tied and nothing comes out . "," You should pay close attention to your manner of speaking . Speech is a reflection of personality , you know . You should reflect confidence by speaking in a low voice , loud enough to be heard without being aggressive or overpowering . " " You should pay close attention to your manner of speaking . Speech is a reflection of personality , you know . You should reflect confidence by speaking in a low voice , loud enough to be heard without being aggressive or overpowering . ", I will go out of my way to catch the attention of the interviewer . I will go out of my way to catch the attention of the interviewer . ," Your speech should not call attention to itself , but should reveal your individuality and ability . " " Your speech should not call attention to itself , but should reveal your individuality and ability . ", I ’ m very shy . I think I might shake in my boots at the moment I meet the interviewer . I ’ m very shy . I think I might shake in my boots at the moment I meet the interviewer . , You ’ d better overcome your nervousness . it is considered an indication that you lack self-confidence . You ’ d better overcome your nervousness . it is considered an indication that you lack self-confidence . ," Another problem is that I dare not look into their eyes whenever I meet strangers , especially foreigners . " " Another problem is that I dare not look into their eyes whenever I meet strangers , especially foreigners . "," In China , it is impolite to look into the senior speakers eyes while speaking . But in Western countries it is the opposite . Eye contact gives a strong feeling of sincerity . Looking downwards or sideways shows that you are either insincere or absent-minded . " " In China , it is impolite to look into the senior speakers eyes while speaking . But in Western countries it is the opposite . Eye contact gives a strong feeling of sincerity . Looking downwards or sideways shows that you are either insincere or absent-minded . ", Is there anything else that I should pay attention to in an interview ? Is there anything else that I should pay attention to in an interview ? , Yes . Don ’ t eat onions or garlic before you come . If you do you ’ ll have bad breath . Yes . Don ’ t eat onions or garlic before you come . If you do you ’ ll have bad breath . , I ’ ll remember to bring gum with me . I ’ ll remember to bring gum with me . ," You should never chew gum or smoke during an interview , even if you are allowed to do so . " " You should never chew gum or smoke during an interview , even if you are allowed to do so . ", I remember now . Your advice is very helpful . "Excuse me , we have book table 6 . Would you please come and tidy the table ? "," OK , sir . We will be there right now ... sir , your table is ready . " " OK , sir . We will be there right now ... sir , your table is ready . "," Thank you . Could we have the menu , please ? " " Thank you . Could we have the menu , please ? "," Sure , here you are . " What is wrong with your face ? , My brother did it . My brother did it . , Why ? Why ? , I laughed up my sleeves at him . He ’ s seen his girlfriend off at the airport and had lipstick on his face and did not know it . We need a person who knows how to operate and repair all kinds of office appliances . , I used to hold a similar job for six years . I used to hold a similar job for six years . , So you're quite confident in your experience and skill So you're quite confident in your experience and skill , I think so . we'd like to rent a flat near the university . , are you looking for somewhere for two people ? are you looking for somewhere for two people ? ," yes , we are . obviously , we'd like something as cheap as possible . we've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month . " " yes , we are . obviously , we'd like something as cheap as possible . we've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month . "," yes , there are several place available in that price range near the university . do you have any other requirements ? " " yes , there are several place available in that price range near the university . do you have any other requirements ? "," net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street . " " net really , no . we'd preferably like to live in a quiet street . ", how many rooms do you need in the flat ? how many rooms do you need in the flat ? , we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined . we'll need two bedrooms . the kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined . ," ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t " " ok . i've got a list of place that fit your requirements . let's just go through them . the first on the list costs 80 pounds a month , but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from t ", how far away is it from the campus ? how far away is it from the campus ? ," it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a " " it's about two miles away . that might be a little far to walk . here's one that's about half a mile from the campus . the cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street , just off a ", that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision . that sounds ideal . can we go to have a look at it ? we'd like to see it before making a final decision . , of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there . of course . i'm not very busy at the moment . if you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes . i can take you there . , thank you . that would be great . "Flip it to channel 9 , will you , Janet ? There's a big basketball game on in a couple of minutes . "," Sorry , turkey . I have already got dibs on the TV for tonight , remember ? And I'm watching ' Disco Fever ' on channel 6 . " " Sorry , turkey . I have already got dibs on the TV for tonight , remember ? And I'm watching ' Disco Fever ' on channel 6 . "," Oh , yeah , smarty-pants ? Over my dead body . Now , don't be such a brat and ... " " Oh , yeah , smarty-pants ? Over my dead body . Now , don't be such a brat and ... "," Hey , what's wrong with the TV ? " " Hey , what's wrong with the TV ? ", I don't know ! The picture went blank all of a sudden . It's probably the picture tube . I don't know ! The picture went blank all of a sudden . It's probably the picture tube . , Looks like the TV wins that argument . Looks like the TV wins that argument . ," Yeah . Oh well , how about a game of cards instead ? " " Yeah . Oh well , how about a game of cards instead ? "," Sure , why not ? " Do you have any year-end benefits ? , I don ’ t know till now . I don ’ t know till now . ," I just saw a piece of news , that a group of white color workers hold a flour war in the office because of dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits . " " I just saw a piece of news , that a group of white color workers hold a flour war in the office because of dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits . ", Why they hold a flour war ? Why they hold a flour war ? ," They got rice , flour and oil as presents , while the leadership got 1000 yuan shopping card . " " They got rice , flour and oil as presents , while the leadership got 1000 yuan shopping card . ", They are not feeling satisfied ? They are not feeling satisfied ? ," It is said that the presents they got value less than 200 yuan , and it is no use for them at all , because they don't cook by themselves . " " It is said that the presents they got value less than 200 yuan , and it is no use for them at all , because they don't cook by themselves . ", But how guilty to waste food ! How about going swimming ? , Ok . Where should we go ? Ok . Where should we go ? , Why don ’ t we down to the pool ? It ’ s not too far from here . Why don ’ t we down to the pool ? It ’ s not too far from here . , Fine . I ’ ll be ready in a minute . You shouldn't have told her the truth.What can we do now ? ," I'm sorry , It's all my fault . " " I'm sorry , It's all my fault . ", You are always like this . I've told you many times not to tell her . You are always like this . I've told you many times not to tell her . ," Sorry , I had no intention . " " Sorry , I had no intention . "," It's too late to say sorry now.Oh , what am I going to do ? " " It's too late to say sorry now.Oh , what am I going to do ? "," I know I was an idiot , But if there is anything I can do to make up , Please do tell me . " What kind of gas does this car take ? , I don't know . It's a rental . I don't know . It's a rental . , I will give you premium unleaded . Alright ? I will give you premium unleaded . Alright ? ," Sure , why not ? " " Sure , why not ? ", That is the pump you are in front of . That is the pump you are in front of . , Is it expensive ? Is it expensive ? , It is the most expensive . It is the most expensive . ," Well , I don't want it then . Can I move to another pump ? " " Well , I don't want it then . Can I move to another pump ? "," Yes , I can give you regular unleaded . But you have to back up the car a little . " " Yes , I can give you regular unleaded . But you have to back up the car a little . ", Give me regular unleaded then . I will back up.Can you wash my windows for me ? Give me regular unleaded then . I will back up.Can you wash my windows for me ? ," I'm sorry , sir . This is not a full service gas station . I will help you fill the gas , but we don't wash windows here . " " I'm sorry , sir . This is not a full service gas station . I will help you fill the gas , but we don't wash windows here . "," Really ? Well , I guess I have to get used to it . " "So Peter , do you have a favorite comedy ? "," Well , that's hard to say because there are so many good ones . I don't think I could pick a favorite . " " Well , that's hard to say because there are so many good ones . I don't think I could pick a favorite . "," You know what comedy I really like ? "" Ace Ventura , Pet Detective . "" I think Jim Carry is really funny . " " You know what comedy I really like ? "" Ace Ventura , Pet Detective . "" I think Jim Carry is really funny . "," Oh yeah , that's one of my favorite flicks . I think Jim Carry is one of the funniest comedians ever . " " Oh yeah , that's one of my favorite flicks . I think Jim Carry is one of the funniest comedians ever . "," I agree . But even though I like comedies , I usually prefer more serious films . My favorite movie is "" Titanic . "" " Do you have any cars available ? , We have only one mid-size car left . We have only one mid-size car left . ," Great , what's the rate per day ? " " Great , what's the rate per day ? ", It's 40 $ plus tax per day on limited mileage . It's 40 $ plus tax per day on limited mileage . , I'm going to need it for three days . I'm going to need it for three days . , Can I see your driver's license ? Can I see your driver's license ? ," Sure , here is my driver's license . " " Sure , here is my driver's license . ", Please sign here . "Good morning , Jerry.How ' s everything ? "," Fine , just fine.Thanks . " " Fine , just fine.Thanks . ", Doing anything for lunch ? Doing anything for lunch ? ," Well , as a matter of fact , I've got a lunch date with Bob Thomas . " "Excuse me , but can I draw on my account for payment of things I buy in China ? "," Certainly , sir . How much do you draw ? " " Certainly , sir . How much do you draw ? "," RIB 8,000 , please . Would you please tell me my balance ? " " RIB 8,000 , please . Would you please tell me my balance ? "," Yes , sir . Your balance is RIB 34,000 . " "Two burgers , please . ", For here or to go ? "Oh , here comes a bus ! ", It's here at last ! It's here at last ! , How long have you waited ? How long have you waited ? , Twenty minutes exactly . "It's your turn now , Helen . ", OK . I'm coming . OK . I'm coming . , This is your song . I picked it for you . This is your song . I picked it for you . , Thank you . You are so considerate . Thank you . You are so considerate . , Push the red button on the mike to turn it on . Push the red button on the mike to turn it on . , OK . This key is too high for me . OK . This key is too high for me . , I think it's a piece of cake for you . I think it's a piece of cake for you . , OK . Let me have a try ... OK . Let me have a try ... , Well done ! I hope I can sing as well as you one day . Well done ! I hope I can sing as well as you one day . , Thank you . I'm sure you will . Thank you . I'm sure you will . , I hope so . Thank you for saying so . "Thank you for bringing me here Hong , this place looks great ! ", You ’ re welcome . Would you like some cold dishes ? You ’ re welcome . Would you like some cold dishes ? , Let me see . How about the lotus root ? Let me see . How about the lotus root ? ," Ok , and anything to drink ? Maybe some jasmine tea ? " " Ok , and anything to drink ? Maybe some jasmine tea ? "," Oh , yes that would be nice . " " Oh , yes that would be nice . ", And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef . And for your main course ? I can recommend the sizzling beef . ," Actually , I ’ m vegetarian so I ’ d like to have the bean curd . " " Actually , I ’ m vegetarian so I ’ d like to have the bean curd . "," Oh , that ’ s a good choice . Very healthy too . " "Dave , there's something I want to talk to you about . "," Zina , why are you whispering ? " " Zina , why are you whispering ? ", I've been talking to WebTracker . I'm thinking of jumping ship . I've been talking to WebTracker . I'm thinking of jumping ship . , What ? Are you serious ? You'd defect to our archrival ! ? What ? Are you serious ? You'd defect to our archrival ! ? , Keep your voice down . We'll talk more later . Right now I need to see Vince . Keep your voice down . We'll talk more later . Right now I need to see Vince . ," We definitely have to talk , Zina . And watch your back . Elvin is still mad about his nose . " " We definitely have to talk , Zina . And watch your back . Elvin is still mad about his nose . "," OK , but don't tell anyone what I said . " "Joy Chain elementary school , please . ", Will do . Will do . , How frustrating ! The bus is still not coming . How frustrating ! The bus is still not coming . ," Ma'am , take your kid to school ? " " Ma'am , take your kid to school ? ", Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . Yes . I am in a hurry . Please take a shortcut . ," No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus . " " No problem . Don't worry , the taxi is faster than the bus . ", The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school . The traffic is terrible on Monday morning . It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school . ," My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way . " " My son is the same . But he always makes an early start in the morning , and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way . "," That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone.Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand . " " That's wonderful . He is killing two birds with one stone.Sir , please turn right at the next corner . And stop at the taxi stand . ", OK ! OK ! , What is the fare ? What is the fare ? , It's 14.5 Yuan . It's 14.5 Yuan . , Keep the change ! Keep the change ! ," Thanks , Ma'am . " "Northward Airways , good morning . May I help you ? "," Yes , do you have any flights to Sydney next Tuesday afternoon ? " " Yes , do you have any flights to Sydney next Tuesday afternoon ? "," One moment , please ... Yes . There's a flight at 16:45 and one at 18:00 . " " One moment , please ... Yes . There's a flight at 16:45 and one at 18:00 . ", That's fine . Could you tell me how much a return flight costs ? I'll be staying three weeks . That's fine . Could you tell me how much a return flight costs ? I'll be staying three weeks . ," Economy , business class or first class ticket ? " " Economy , business class or first class ticket ? "," Economy , please . " " Economy , please . ", That would be 346 Euro . That would be 346 Euro . , OK . Could I make a reservation ? OK . Could I make a reservation ? , Certainly . Which flight would you like ? Certainly . Which flight would you like ? ," The 16:45 , please . " " The 16:45 , please . "," Could I have your name , please ? " " Could I have your name , please ? "," My name is Mary Jones , that's M-A-R-Y J-O-N-E-S . " " My name is Mary Jones , that's M-A-R-Y J-O-N-E-S . "," How would you like to pay , Ms . Jones ? " " How would you like to pay , Ms . Jones ? ", Can I pay at the check-in desk when I pick up my ticket ? Can I pay at the check-in desk when I pick up my ticket ? ," Yes , but you will have to confirm this reservation at least two hours before departure time . " " Yes , but you will have to confirm this reservation at least two hours before departure time . ", I see . I see . ," Now you have been booked , Ms . Jones . The flight leaves at 16:45 , and your arrival in Sydney will be at 9:00 a . m . , local time . The flight number is NWA 476 . " " Now you have been booked , Ms . Jones . The flight leaves at 16:45 , and your arrival in Sydney will be at 9:00 a . m . , local time . The flight number is NWA 476 . ", Thank you . You don ’ t look so good . , I feel horrible . I think I picked up a bug . I feel horrible . I think I picked up a bug . , Do you know who you got it from ? Do you know who you got it from ? , A lot of people in my dorm are sick . Perhaps I picked it up there . A lot of people in my dorm are sick . Perhaps I picked it up there . , Did you take any cold medication ? Did you take any cold medication ? , I ’ Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest . I ’ Ve been taking vitamin C and zinc and trying to get some rest . , I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold . I think that rest and liquids are what doctors recommend for a cold . , My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold . My grandmother swears by hot chicken soup for a cold . , A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ’ t work . A pharmacist might be able to help you if your home remedies don ’ t work . ," Yes , if I get worse , I will definitely look for extra help with this . " "Good afternoon , how can I be of service today ? ", My company wants to become involved in your Comprehensive Credit Granting . We are a very young company and I'm not at all sure if we meet your credit requirements . My company wants to become involved in your Comprehensive Credit Granting . We are a very young company and I'm not at all sure if we meet your credit requirements . ," It is possible to take into account special circumstances , should the manager agree to it . If your credit rating has been class A in your initial trading period and your debt to asset ratio is sound , and then I'm sure the manager will see you to discuss it further . I'll set up a meeting for you . " " It is possible to take into account special circumstances , should the manager agree to it . If your credit rating has been class A in your initial trading period and your debt to asset ratio is sound , and then I'm sure the manager will see you to discuss it further . I'll set up a meeting for you . ", That would be wonderful . Thank you so much for all of your help . I love that vase . , Do you really like it ? Do you really like it ? ," Yes , it looks perfect . " " Yes , it looks perfect . ", It wasn't very expensive either . It wasn't very expensive either . , That's amazing ! "Jason , it's your turn . ", I hope I get an easy question like you did . I hope I get an easy question like you did . , You rolled a four . Let's see ... you landed on Foreign Films . You rolled a four . Let's see ... you landed on Foreign Films . ," Oh , great . That's just my luck ! I hate those arty movies . " " Oh , great . That's just my luck ! I hate those arty movies . "," Well , too bad . So , what foreign film won an Oscar in 1993 ? " " Well , too bad . So , what foreign film won an Oscar in 1993 ? "," Oh , please ! I have no idea . " " Oh , please ! I have no idea . "," The answer is Belle Opaque . It's a Spanish movie , and the title means The Age of Beauty in English . " I'd like to request some more amenities . ," Amenities ? What do you mean by amenities , sir ? " " Amenities ? What do you mean by amenities , sir ? "," Well , the free stuff ! You know the soap , lotion , shampoo , etc . " " Well , the free stuff ! You know the soap , lotion , shampoo , etc . "," I see . Sir , if I may ask . Have you used up all the amenities in your room ? " " I see . Sir , if I may ask . Have you used up all the amenities in your room ? ", Not at all . I still have enough for the next few days . Not at all . I still have enough for the next few days . ," Then what is the problem , sir ? " " Then what is the problem , sir ? ", I need some to keep as souvenirs ! I need some to keep as souvenirs ! , Souvenirs ? Souvenirs ? ," Yes , souvenirs . Trinkets to remember my trip by ! " " Yes , souvenirs . Trinkets to remember my trip by ! "," We do have a souvenir shop on the first floor , sir . " " We do have a souvenir shop on the first floor , sir . "," Oh , that's not the same . I never pay for hotel souvenirs ! " " Oh , that's not the same . I never pay for hotel souvenirs ! ", I'll call housekeeping . Someone will be up with more amenities shortly . "Thank you for showing me your offices , Mr . Becker . I can see why Washington bureaucrats enjoy their jobs . ", Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? ," The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting . " " The city is beautiful , the off ... , the offices are modern and comfortable , and the work is so interesting . ", Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career . Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives . Government service can be a rewarding and secure career . , Do you mean financially rewarding ? Do you mean financially rewarding ? ," Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries . " " Well , many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries . ", I ’ Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy . I ’ Ve always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy . ," Sometimes that ’ s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ’ s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive . " " Sometimes that ’ s true , but not usually . Most feds are honest , hard-working professionals . It ’ s hard to keep highly trained people , so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive . ", How much do you make ? How much do you make ? ," I ’ m a GS - 15 . That ’ s high on the scale of workers , but even a GS - 1 is paid a living wage . " I want to get some cable . , Do you know what package you want to get ? Do you know what package you want to get ? , What packages do you have ? What packages do you have ? , We have movie channel packages . We have movie channel packages . , What else have you got ? What else have you got ? , You can get the sports package . You can get the sports package . , Is there a package with basic and movie channels ? Is there a package with basic and movie channels ? , We have that package . We have that package . , Let me get that package . Let me get that package . , Is there anything else you would like ? Is there anything else you would like ? ," That's everything , but can I add channels later ? " " That's everything , but can I add channels later ? ", You will be able to add or get rid of channels another day . How did you two meet ? ," To tell you the truth , it was completely accidental . " Pardon me . Please speak a little louder . , I said please stop by the entrance of EVA Air at the Arrival Terminal . I said please stop by the entrance of EVA Air at the Arrival Terminal . , Sure . What else can I do for you ? Sure . What else can I do for you ? ," Oh , no . That ’ s it . Nice to chat with you . Have a good day . " " Oh , no . That ’ s it . Nice to chat with you . Have a good day . ", Thanks a lot . We arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport . Let's have some lunch ; do you know of a great restaurant somewhere ? ," Yes , I'm hungry . What types of food sound good ? " " Yes , I'm hungry . What types of food sound good ? "," Maybe just a quick sandwich , salad , or something . " " Maybe just a quick sandwich , salad , or something . ", I have a great idea of where you might like to go . I have a great idea of where you might like to go . , Can we walk there ? Can we walk there ? , It's on the second floor . May I join you ? It's on the second floor . May I join you ? , Of course ! Let's go . Of course ! Let's go . , Let's hurry . I'm starving ! Are you going to vote ? , I am so excited to be voting . I am so excited to be voting . , Do you know who you ’ re going to vote for ? Do you know who you ’ re going to vote for ? , I am so impressed with the candidate I ’ m going to vote for . I am so impressed with the candidate I ’ m going to vote for . , What ’ s so great about him ? What ’ s so great about him ? , I feel that he is very intelligent . I feel that he is very intelligent . ," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? "," Yes , and I agree with all his policies . " " Yes , and I agree with all his policies . ", That ’ s good to hear . That ’ s good to hear . , I think this man is going to be the next President . I think this man is going to be the next President . , I hope so . I hope so . , I ’ m going to make sure and get my vote in . I think this painting would look good in our living room . What do you think ? , Sure . Let's buy it . Can you help me plan the office party ? ," Sure . What do you need the most help with , the food or entertainment ? " " Sure . What do you need the most help with , the food or entertainment ? ", I need help with food . I need help with food . ," OK , well , let's coordinate our efforts . Should this party be formal or casual ? " " OK , well , let's coordinate our efforts . Should this party be formal or casual ? ", I think it should be casual . I think it should be casual . ," I agree . Next , we have to decide on food . We have a choice of Chinese or Continental Cuisine . Which one should we have ? " " I agree . Next , we have to decide on food . We have a choice of Chinese or Continental Cuisine . Which one should we have ? ", I would prefer Chinese food for this party . I would prefer Chinese food for this party . ," Perfect choice . For music , should we have a live band or a DJ ? " " Perfect choice . For music , should we have a live band or a DJ ? ", I think we should hire a live band . I think we should hire a live band . ," OK then . Well , I will work on my part and get back to you with my progress on Friday . " I'm going to let Bob know about the merger . , It makes no sense to tell him about that . It makes no sense to tell him about that . , Why ? Why ? , Because he'll tell Mary and that will cause us problems . "Confronted with difficult questions in an interview , the job-hunters mostly will be at a loss about what to do . "," Usually , you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance . " " Usually , you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance . "," Still , there are some rules to follow . " " Still , there are some rules to follow . "," In this case , you should first keep calm and normal to the face . " " In this case , you should first keep calm and normal to the face . ", Don't get nervous and freaked out . Don't get nervous and freaked out . , Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation . Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation . , There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers , Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners . Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners . , Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions , You should admit your weakness frankly . You should admit your weakness frankly . ," Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best . " " Anyway , what really matters is that you have tried your best . ", You must have confidence in yourself . "Now you're my boss , Mr . Henry . ", Do you have any other particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? Do you have any other particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ? ," No , nothing in particular . " " No , nothing in particular . "," You may ask questions about us , if you have any . " " You may ask questions about us , if you have any . ", All right . When can I start ? Are these all yours ? ," Yes , they are . " " Yes , they are . ", Cash or credit card ? Cash or credit card ? , I want to use these coupons . Have they expired ? I want to use these coupons . Have they expired ? ," Not yet . Oh , Madam , this item is no longer on sale , and this goes on sale tomorrow . Will you take them ? " " Not yet . Oh , Madam , this item is no longer on sale , and this goes on sale tomorrow . Will you take them ? "," Yes , could you use plastic bags ? " " Yes , could you use plastic bags ? "," Sure , it is 80 yuan in all and you have to give me another coupon . " " Sure , it is 80 yuan in all and you have to give me another coupon . ", Could you charge it to my credit card ? Could you charge it to my credit card ? , Certainly . Certainly . , Here you are . Here you are . ," Okay . Input your pin number , please . Sign here . " " Okay . Input your pin number , please . Sign here . ", Sure . Sure . , Here's your receipt . "Hello , Mr . Brown , long time no see . Where have you been ? "," Oh , I went on a holiday in the city of Chende . " " Oh , I went on a holiday in the city of Chende . ", Great . What do you think of it ? Great . What do you think of it ? ," The city is small , not very modern , but there are many mountains with lots of trees around the city , so the air there is pretty fresh . " " The city is small , not very modern , but there are many mountains with lots of trees around the city , so the air there is pretty fresh . ", Did you go to the Summer Mountain Resort ? Did you go to the Summer Mountain Resort ? ," Certainly ! The most attractive place is that , it's very large ; it is 8 times the size of Forbidden City and 16 times the size of Summer Palace . The art of gardens is perfectly represented in it . " " Certainly ! The most attractive place is that , it's very large ; it is 8 times the size of Forbidden City and 16 times the size of Summer Palace . The art of gardens is perfectly represented in it . "," It sounds great , and is it really cool there ? " " It sounds great , and is it really cool there ? "," Yes , I think the reason is that there is a big lake , and many trees in the Resort . " " Yes , I think the reason is that there is a big lake , and many trees in the Resort . ", What is the special local product ? What is the special local product ? ," The main product of Chende is various kinds of ferine mushroom and the almond . The mushroom tastes really good , and it is very different from the common mushrooms , and the snack made of almond is delicious . " " The main product of Chende is various kinds of ferine mushroom and the almond . The mushroom tastes really good , and it is very different from the common mushrooms , and the snack made of almond is delicious . ", I hope to go there someday . I ’ m a new student . My name ’ s Robert . , Nice to meet you . My name ’ s Sophie . Nice to meet you . My name ’ s Sophie . , Are you French ? Are you French ? ," Yes , I ’ m . Are you French , too ? " " Yes , I ’ m . Are you French , too ? "," No , I ’ m not . " " No , I ’ m not . ", What nationality are you ? What nationality are you ? , I ’ m Italian . Are you a teacher ? I ’ m Italian . Are you a teacher ? ," No , I ’ m not . " " No , I ’ m not . ", What ’ s your job ? What ’ s your job ? , I ’ m a keyboard operator . What ’ s your job ? I ’ m a keyboard operator . What ’ s your job ? , I ’ m an engineer . Wow ! I can ’ t believe I ’ m standing here ! , What are you so excited about ? What are you so excited about ? , I ’ m standing in front of an exquisite work of art ! I ’ m standing in front of an exquisite work of art ! , What ’ s the big deal ? It ’ s just a picture of some woman . What ’ s the big deal ? It ’ s just a picture of some woman . ," I ’ Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ’ d get to see it in person . " " I ’ Ve seen it so many times in books , but I never imagined I ’ d get to see it in person . ", There are tons of other paintings that I think are better . There are tons of other paintings that I think are better . ," Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ? " " Maybe so , but do you have any idea how much this one is worth ? "," No , how much is it worth ? " " No , how much is it worth ? ", About 80 million dollars . About 80 million dollars . , Whoa . How much money do you expect in this position ? ," With my experience , I'd like to start at 3,000 RIB per month . " " With my experience , I'd like to start at 3,000 RIB per month . "," Well , it is a little more than we had planned . " " Well , it is a little more than we had planned . ", I think you will find I am worth it . I think I'm going to go get some food . , What do you want ? What do you want ? , I can't decide what to get . I can't decide what to get . , What kind of food do you want to get ? What kind of food do you want to get ? , I think I might like some Chinese food . I think I might like some Chinese food . , Do you know where you're going to get it ? Do you know where you're going to get it ? , I honestly don't know . I honestly don't know . , I go to Panda Express for my Chinese food . I go to Panda Express for my Chinese food . , You like the food there ? You like the food there ? , I really like the food . I really like the food . , I think I'll go and get my food there . I think I'll go and get my food there . , I think you'll enjoy the food . Look ! They're going to do the first drawing ! It's for a DVD player ! , Hmm . That must be the DVD player that another one of my friends donated . He owns one of the largest electronics stores in Taipei ! Hmm . That must be the DVD player that another one of my friends donated . He owns one of the largest electronics stores in Taipei ! , They're picking a name ... It's ... Darryl from marketing ! Rats ! They're picking a name ... It's ... Darryl from marketing ! Rats ! ," Don't worry ! There are a lot more prizes ! I know , because the prizes are all from companies that I work with ! " " Don't worry ! There are a lot more prizes ! I know , because the prizes are all from companies that I work with ! ", Hmm ... Darryl doesn't look like the red underwear type ... "Honey , I've got good news for you . ", What is it ? What is it ? , You are going to be a father . You are going to be a father . , What ? Do you mean that you are pregnant ? Is it true ? What ? Do you mean that you are pregnant ? Is it true ? , Yes . We'll have our baby soon . Yes . We'll have our baby soon . ," Oh , dear , I'm so happy . " " Oh , dear , I'm so happy . "," Me , too . " We need to elect club officials before the summer starts . , I guess we should start with nominees first . I guess we should start with nominees first . , Let's make it the first item of business in our next meeting . Let's make it the first item of business in our next meeting . , We should probably let everyone know ahead of time so they will be prepared . We should probably let everyone know ahead of time so they will be prepared . , Can you take care of sending out a bulletin by e-mail to all the club members ? Can you take care of sending out a bulletin by e-mail to all the club members ? ," Yes , I can do that this afternoon . " " Yes , I can do that this afternoon . ", Let's schedule the actual election times the week after the nominations . Doesn't that seem logical ? Let's schedule the actual election times the week after the nominations . Doesn't that seem logical ? ," Yes , let me put it on the calendar . " "Could I speak to Mary , please ? ", This is Mary speaking . Who is that ? This is Mary speaking . Who is that ? ," This is Bob . Where have you been , Mary ? I have been trying to get on to you for the last half hour . Don ’ t you leave your home at 7 " " This is Bob . Where have you been , Mary ? I have been trying to get on to you for the last half hour . Don ’ t you leave your home at 7 "," Yes , I do , but today I went shopping and have only just come back . It is very nice to hear your voice , Bob . I didn ’ t know you were in New York . " " Yes , I do , but today I went shopping and have only just come back . It is very nice to hear your voice , Bob . I didn ’ t know you were in New York . "," I arrived this morning . I would have rung you before but I have been terribly busy all day attending a conference . It has only just ended . Are you doing anything tonight , Mary ? " " I arrived this morning . I would have rung you before but I have been terribly busy all day attending a conference . It has only just ended . Are you doing anything tonight , Mary ? "," Yes , I am going to meet a client . " " Yes , I am going to meet a client . ", But that is terrible ! I am only here for one night ! But that is terrible ! I am only here for one night ! ," I am sorry , Bob . If you had told me you were coming up , I would have kept tonight free . But you didn ’ t tell me . " " I am sorry , Bob . If you had told me you were coming up , I would have kept tonight free . But you didn ’ t tell me . ", I didn ’ t know myself till this morning when my boss suddenly dashed into the office and told me to rush up here to attend the conference . I didn ’ t know myself till this morning when my boss suddenly dashed into the office and told me to rush up here to attend the conference . , I thought Henry usually did the conferences . I thought Henry usually did the conferences . ," Yes , he does but when he was driving up here last night he had an accident and was taken to hospital . So I am doing it instead . Mary , Must you go out tonight ? Couldn ’ t you get out of it ? " " Yes , he does but when he was driving up here last night he had an accident and was taken to hospital . So I am doing it instead . Mary , Must you go out tonight ? Couldn ’ t you get out of it ? ", I ’ m free tomorrow but I suppose that will be too late . I ’ m free tomorrow but I suppose that will be too late . ," No , I will stay another day.my boss will get over it . Would you like to meet me for lunch tomorrow ? " " No , I will stay another day.my boss will get over it . Would you like to meet me for lunch tomorrow ? "," I ’ d like to . But Bob , are you sure it will be all right ? I would hate you to make your boss angry or even lose your job . " " I ’ d like to . But Bob , are you sure it will be all right ? I would hate you to make your boss angry or even lose your job . ", It is all right . I will call the boss and tell him I am staying another day . I stayed an extra night in Boston last month and he didn ’ t seem to put about it . It is all right . I will call the boss and tell him I am staying another day . I stayed an extra night in Boston last month and he didn ’ t seem to put about it . , Why did you stay an extra night in Boston ? What happened ? Why did you stay an extra night in Boston ? What happened ? ," I will tell you tomorrow . See you tomorrow , Mary . " " I will tell you tomorrow . See you tomorrow , Mary . ", See you tomorrow . Do you know Mark ? , Yeah ! He is a nice guy . He is very helpful and always bends over backward to help those who are in need of help . Yeah ! He is a nice guy . He is very helpful and always bends over backward to help those who are in need of help . , Can you introduce him to me ? Can you introduce him to me ? , Sure . "I have a complaint to make . The bill you sent me was incorrect . What's more , it isn't the first time "," Well , I must apologize , madam . We have new computers here , you know . " " Well , I must apologize , madam . We have new computers here , you know . ", Don't you think it's about time you got them working properly ? Don't you think it's about time you got them working properly ? , I agree entirely . I assure you it won't happen again . So how can I make it ? , First you make a list of what you wanna buy ... First you make a list of what you wanna buy ... , But I ’ Ve gotta have the budge before anything else . But I ’ Ve gotta have the budge before anything else . ," Well , that ’ s a problem , isn ’ t it ? " "Hello , Jane . What do you do in your spare time ? "," Well , nothing special , reading , watching TV , walking , and so on . " " Well , nothing special , reading , watching TV , walking , and so on . "," Don't you have any hobbies , like stamp collecting or things like that ? " " Don't you have any hobbies , like stamp collecting or things like that ? "," No , I don't have any hobbies . How about you ? " " No , I don't have any hobbies . How about you ? "," I like collecting antiques . It's expensive , but it's a lot of fun . " " I like collecting antiques . It's expensive , but it's a lot of fun . ", Really ? How many collections do you have ? Really ? How many collections do you have ? , So far I have more than 500 collections . So far I have more than 500 collections . ," Among those collections , which is the most expensive ? " " Among those collections , which is the most expensive ? ", A set of ancient china . It is really invaluable . I was looking at my test score and think that it should be higher . , Is the math wrong or the way the answer was marked ? Is the math wrong or the way the answer was marked ? , I think an answer got marked wrong that should have been marked right . I think an answer got marked wrong that should have been marked right . ," These things can happen ; let's double-check the answers first to be sure , all right ? " " These things can happen ; let's double-check the answers first to be sure , all right ? ", That would be great ! That would be great ! , Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ? Look at the answer sheet and compare it to your answers . Do you see any place where I made a mistake in grading ? , This one right here should be right . This one right here should be right . ," Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ? " " Yeah , I see the same thing ; now we can do the math and check that , right ? "," Yeah , let's do the math . " " Yeah , let's do the math . "," I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ? " " I count all of the correct answers , total them , and divide by the total . Does this look right to you ? ", Looks pretty good . Looks pretty good . , Thank you for caring enough to check on your scores ; keep studying ! You look pale recently . , Yeah . I have got much pressure in the company . I have to be wrapped up in my work . Yeah . I have got much pressure in the company . I have to be wrapped up in my work . , Take good care of yourself . Take good care of yourself . , Thank you . I will . Maybe you should have told me first ? , Why ? Why ? , Because we're partners . Because we're partners . , I realize that but I needed to make a decision . I would appreciate it if you could go to the store for me . , No problem . What do you want me to get ? No problem . What do you want me to get ? , Here's a list with a few things that I need you to get . Here's a list with a few things that I need you to get . , Did you forget to put anything on the list ? Did you forget to put anything on the list ? , I don't think I forgot anything . I don't think I forgot anything . , Would you like me to go anywhere else for you ? Would you like me to go anywhere else for you ? ," If you don't mind , I would appreciate it if you would pick up my prescription . " " If you don't mind , I would appreciate it if you would pick up my prescription . ", Has your prescription been filled yet ? Has your prescription been filled yet ? , Someone at the pharmacy called and told me it was ready . Someone at the pharmacy called and told me it was ready . ," Sure , I'll go get it for you . " " Sure , I'll go get it for you . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Anything for you . How much would it cost to send this special delivery to England ? , Just a second . I'll have to check that . Anything else I can do for you ? Just a second . I'll have to check that . Anything else I can do for you ? , Yes . I'd like to send a $ 20 money order . Yes . I'd like to send a $ 20 money order . , There you go . Flight BE 407 to Rome is delayed . Will passengers please wait in the lounge ? ," Oh , how annoying ! " " Oh , how annoying ! ", The time of departure will be announced as soon as possible . The time of departure will be announced as soon as possible . , Is's infuriating ! I have to be in Rome by five . Has Mien sold his house yet ? ," Yes , he has . He sold it last week . " " Yes , he has . He sold it last week . ", Has he moved to his new house yet ? Has he moved to his new house yet ? ," No , not yet . He's still here . He's going to move tomorrow . " " No , not yet . He's still here . He's going to move tomorrow . ", When ? Tomorrow morning ? When ? Tomorrow morning ? , No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour . No . Tomorrow afternoon . I'll miss him . He has always been a good neighbour . , He's a very nice person . We will all miss him . He's a very nice person . We will all miss him . , When will the new people move into this house ? When will the new people move into this house ? , I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow . I think that they will move in the day after tomorrow . ," Will you see Mien today , Janey ? " " Will you see Mien today , Janey ? "," Yes , I will . " " Yes , I will . ", Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house . Please give him my regards . Poor Mien ! He didn't want to leave this house . ," No , he didn't want to leave , but his wife did ! " What makes you think you are able to do the job ? , My major is Automobile Designing and I have received my master's degree in science . I think I can do it well . My major is Automobile Designing and I have received my master's degree in science . I think I can do it well . , What kind of work were you responsible for in the past employment ? What kind of work were you responsible for in the past employment ? , I am a student engineer who mainly took charge of understanding of the mechanical strength and corrosion resistance of various materials . Steve . Is that you ? , Yeah . What's going on ? Yeah . What's going on ? , Not much . What a surprise to see you here . Not much . What a surprise to see you here . , Yeah . It's been a couple of months since I saw you . Yeah . It's been a couple of months since I saw you . , What have you been up to ? What have you been up to ? , I just started working out . I just started working out . , Really ? Where do you work out at ? Really ? Where do you work out at ? , I joined the Samsung Health Club last month . I joined the Samsung Health Club last month . , What do you mostly do during your workout ? What do you mostly do during your workout ? ," I concentrate mostly on my legs , chest , arms and stomach . " " I concentrate mostly on my legs , chest , arms and stomach . ", I should start exercising more . I should start exercising more . ," It's hard work while exercising , but it is a great feeling when I get done . " " It's hard work while exercising , but it is a great feeling when I get done . "," I have a running machine at home . I used to use it , but I already got sick of it . " " I have a running machine at home . I used to use it , but I already got sick of it . ", Exercising at home is hard . The environment is not suited for exercising . Exercising at home is hard . The environment is not suited for exercising . ," If I want to exercise , I will need to join a gym . " " If I want to exercise , I will need to join a gym . ", I have a couple of guest passes . You want to check out my health club ? I have a couple of guest passes . You want to check out my health club ? , That's a good idea . Let's go over the weekend . That's a good idea . Let's go over the weekend . , Great . I'll call you Saturday morning . Great . I'll call you Saturday morning . , Aright . I'll talk to you later . Aright . I'll talk to you later . , Ok . Bye . Which university did you graduate from ? , I graduated from Songhua University . I graduated from Songhua University . , When did you graduate ? When did you graduate ? , I graduated from it in 2002 . Did you enjoy your weekend at the highland hotel ? I heard it ’ s and excellent place to stay and has good facilities . ," I had a wonderful time . The rooms are not very big , but they are well furnished . The restaurant is excellent and reasonably priced . There ’ s a sauna and a Jacuzzi . " " I had a wonderful time . The rooms are not very big , but they are well furnished . The restaurant is excellent and reasonably priced . There ’ s a sauna and a Jacuzzi . ", Do they have a swimming pool ? Do they have a swimming pool ? ," No , they don ’ t . they have a beauty parlor , but I didn ’ t go there . " " No , they don ’ t . they have a beauty parlor , but I didn ’ t go there . ", What ’ s the service like ? What ’ s the service like ? ," It ’ s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ’ d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends . " " It ’ s very good . Check in and check out at the reception only took a few minutes . The wait staff is very good . A waiter recommended their baked fish , which tasted wonderful . The hotel was quite full , so I ’ d suggest making a reservation if you intend to go there . The hotel offers a discount at the weekends . ", It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ? It sounds perfect . Did you have any complaints at all ? ," There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ’ t check my email , but I didn ’ t complain about it to the management . " " There was a problem with the internet access , so I couldn ’ t check my email , but I didn ’ t complain about it to the management . ", I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world . I suppose you were happy to forget about the outside world . ," Yes , I was . Here ’ s their business card . " " Yes , I was . Here ’ s their business card . ", Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ? Thanks . Was there a mina bar in the room ? ," No , there wasn ’ t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal . " " No , there wasn ’ t . There is a bar on the ground floor and of course you can buy drinks in the restaurant to go with your meal . ", One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips . One of the things I dislike about hotels is that everyone expects tips . ," I know . At the inland hotel , they have an interesting policy . When you check out , you put some money in a special box at reception . Each evening , the money in the box is shared equally by the hotel staff . " "Rachel , do you like music ? "," Of course . I can't live without it , so I always bring my CD with me no matter where I go . " " Of course . I can't live without it , so I always bring my CD with me no matter where I go . ", What kind of music do you like best ? What kind of music do you like best ? , Light music and classic music . Light music and classic music . , Really ? I can't believe this . I am also keen on classic music . And do you know there is a concert of classic music tomorrow evening ? Really ? I can't believe this . I am also keen on classic music . And do you know there is a concert of classic music tomorrow evening ? , But I didn't get the ticket . And it is said that they were sold out yesterday . But I didn't get the ticket . And it is said that they were sold out yesterday . , I got two . We can go there together . I got two . We can go there together . , Amazing ! I can imagine the feeling when I hear the smooth tune around my ears . "Mark , you really did a good job . ", You flatter me . You flatter me . , You must have spent much time on the project . You must have spent much time on the project . , Yes . I have a great team working with me . Yes . I have a great team working with me . , Your project made much profit for the company . And the board of directors decided to give you a bonus . Your project made much profit for the company . And the board of directors decided to give you a bonus . , Many thanks . " Come in , please . "," Hello , Mr . Liang . I've done with the work . My report is here so please give me new instructions . " " Hello , Mr . Liang . I've done with the work . My report is here so please give me new instructions . "," Oh , very good . I've been waiting for your report all week . " " Oh , very good . I've been waiting for your report all week . ", Would you please have a look at my report ? I hope the project meets your demand . Would you please have a look at my report ? I hope the project meets your demand . ," OK , I will see it soon . You can go back now . " " OK , I will see it soon . You can go back now . "," If you have any questions about it , please don't hesitate to tell me . I'll go . Bye . " " If you have any questions about it , please don't hesitate to tell me . I'll go . Bye . ", Bye . Are you an art aficionado ? ," Not really . I like going to an art exhibition once or twice a year . I hardly know anything about art or sculpture . You are a true art lover , aren ’ t you ? " " Not really . I like going to an art exhibition once or twice a year . I hardly know anything about art or sculpture . You are a true art lover , aren ’ t you ? "," I love going to art galleries , particularly when one is holding an exhibition of abstract art . " " I love going to art galleries , particularly when one is holding an exhibition of abstract art . ", I never understand the meaning of those painting . They are too abstract for me . I didn ’ t pay much attention in art class at school . I never understand the meaning of those painting . They are too abstract for me . I didn ’ t pay much attention in art class at school . , Art isn ’ t for everyone . I ’ m going to an exhibition tomorrow at the national gallery . It ’ s an exhibition of greek and roman sculpture . Art isn ’ t for everyone . I ’ m going to an exhibition tomorrow at the national gallery . It ’ s an exhibition of greek and roman sculpture . ," I like sculpture , especially that form ancient rome or Greece . What time are you thinking of going ? I ’ d love to go with you . " " I like sculpture , especially that form ancient rome or Greece . What time are you thinking of going ? I ’ d love to go with you . ", I thought I ’ d have an early lunch and go immediately afterwards . Does that sound ok to you ? Bus 51 goes directly there . I thought I ’ d have an early lunch and go immediately afterwards . Does that sound ok to you ? Bus 51 goes directly there . , That sounds fine . What time shall we meet at the bus stop ? That sounds fine . What time shall we meet at the bus stop ? , Let ’ s meet at 12:30 . it will probably take us there or four hours to see all of the exhibits . "Excuse me , could you help me pick out a lotion ? "," Sure , what is the problem ? " " Sure , what is the problem ? "," I got poison oak while hiking , and I need something to help me with the itching . " " I got poison oak while hiking , and I need something to help me with the itching . ", I can suggest a product called Techne that comes in a lotion or cream . I can suggest a product called Techne that comes in a lotion or cream . , Which do you prefer ? Which do you prefer ? , Hikers tell me that the cream is best because it stays on longer . Hikers tell me that the cream is best because it stays on longer . , Is there anything else I can do to help with the itching ? Is there anything else I can do to help with the itching ? , You can take an antihistamine . You can take an antihistamine . , Thank you so much for all of the information . Thank you so much for all of the information . , You are welcome . Please feel free to ask me a question any time you need help . What schools have you attended ? ," I finished Young Primary School in 1998 , and entered Xi ’ an Middle School that same September . I graduated from there in July of 2004 , and that September I entered Wuhan University , where I'm studying now . " " I finished Young Primary School in 1998 , and entered Xi ’ an Middle School that same September . I graduated from there in July of 2004 , and that September I entered Wuhan University , where I'm studying now . ", How do you think the education you have received will contribute to your work in this company ? How do you think the education you have received will contribute to your work in this company ? ," I think I have a good understanding of fundamentals in the areas your company deals with , and I can go on from here to build up the specific skills and knowledge I need to do my job well . " " I think I have a good understanding of fundamentals in the areas your company deals with , and I can go on from here to build up the specific skills and knowledge I need to do my job well . "," Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ? " " Your graduation thesis was on Medical Application of Laser , right ? What were your conclusions ? "," Yes . I did some work on that , and I found out some really interesting things about the conductivity of liquid helium . I was sure I had a great discovery until my teacher told me the same discovery already made twenty years ago . I think the most important thing , I learnt though , was the importance of keeping good records . " "Hello , what can I do for you ? ", Can you repair my shoes ? Can you repair my shoes ? ," No problem . No matter what ’ s wrong with it , I can surely meet your satisfaction . " " No problem . No matter what ’ s wrong with it , I can surely meet your satisfaction . ", Really ? Look at the toe of this shoe . It is worn out . Really ? Look at the toe of this shoe . It is worn out . ," Oh , here . I ’ m afraid it ’ ll be difficult to repair . " " Oh , here . I ’ m afraid it ’ ll be difficult to repair . ", Can you do it ? Can you do it ? ," Yes , I can . To tell you the truth , I ’ m the best nearby . " Cheers ! Let ’ s tie one on . ," Right , drink as much as you can . " Hmm . Not bad . I think I look younger with shorter hair . ," Yes , you do . The Hot Cap is back here in the corner . I think we're ready to put the curlers in . What kind of perm would you like ? " " Yes , you do . The Hot Cap is back here in the corner . I think we're ready to put the curlers in . What kind of perm would you like ? ", I just want a light wave . I look really silly if my hair is too curly . I just want a light wave . I look really silly if my hair is too curly . , All right . What if we leave your bangs straight and just perm the sides and back ? All right . What if we leave your bangs straight and just perm the sides and back ? , Super . How long will I have to sit under the Hot Cap ? Super . How long will I have to sit under the Hot Cap ? , Around 30 minutes . "Hi , Bill . Are you going to the commencement ? ", Yes . Do you want to go with me ? Yes . Do you want to go with me ? , OK . ( Several minutes later . ) Let's go into the school auditorium . OK . ( Several minutes later . ) Let's go into the school auditorium . , Now that take this seat . Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage ? Now that take this seat . Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage ? ," Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart . " " Yes . I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves , all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart . "," That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life . " " That's true . Four years ' trails and hardships , joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together . I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life . "," How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage . " " How time flies . Look , the president of the college has come onto the stage . ", He's going to make the opening speech . "Excuse me , could you tell me how to get to the school clinic ? I've lost my way . "," Yes . Go straight ahead till you come to the traffic lights , turn left there and it's the first turning on the right . " " Yes . Go straight ahead till you come to the traffic lights , turn left there and it's the first turning on the right . "," Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right . " " Straight ahead to the traffic lights , left and then right . ", That's it . It'll take you about five minutes . That's it . It'll take you about five minutes . , Thank you very much . "Mr.Martin , we're on arrival . ", It's nice of you to see my off at the airport . Thank you very much . It's nice of you to see my off at the airport . Thank you very much . , We'll miss you . I hope we'll keep in touch . We'll miss you . I hope we'll keep in touch . , Sure . You've given a great help to me in the past days . Sure . You've given a great help to me in the past days . , It's my pleasure . We hope you'll visit Beijing again . It's my pleasure . We hope you'll visit Beijing again . , Certainly . I'll be glad to . Certainly . I'll be glad to . , It's almost time to get aboard . It's almost time to get aboard . ," Yes , we should go . Thank you very much . Goodbye ! " " Yes , we should go . Thank you very much . Goodbye ! ", Bye bye ! Have a pleasant journey ! Usually cities have greater traffic problems . ," Of course , there're too many people . " " Of course , there're too many people . ", I hate the car columns on the road . I hate the car columns on the road . , But we couldn't help it . Give me a call tomorrow . , Okay . Please help yourself at your dishes . I hope you ’ ll enjoy what you ’ Ve got . , It suits my taste . You are really a good cook . It suits my taste . You are really a good cook . , Would you like to try my special recipe ? Would you like to try my special recipe ? ," Wow , let me try . It tastes nice . How did you make it ? " " Wow , let me try . It tastes nice . How did you make it ? ", It ’ s as easy as pie . I always follow recipes . "Hello ! So , you're back . Do you have everything with you ? ", I think so . I think so . ," We will need detailed information regarding the full name of the company , the company address ... " " We will need detailed information regarding the full name of the company , the company address ... "," Yes , yes . I've got all of that here . " " Yes , yes . I've got all of that here . "," And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number . " " And also , the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number . "," Check , check and check . " " Check , check and check . ", What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ? What's the purpose for this check ? Would you like to know its repayment capacity ? ," Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ? " " Yes , that's one of the main things we are interested in . When do you think I can get hold of this report ? "," As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid . " " As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape , but it shouldn't take too long . There is , of course a service fee of 300 RIB to be paid . "," No problem , I'll settle that now . You can take it from my Business Account . " Walker Airline Travel Agency.May I help you ? , What flight has seats available to Milan on this Sunday ? What flight has seats available to Milan on this Sunday ? , I am sorry . All the seats are booked . How about next Monday ? I am sorry . All the seats are booked . How about next Monday ? , Oh.my god . But I have to be there on Sunday . I want to go on stand-by . Oh.my god . But I have to be there on Sunday . I want to go on stand-by . ," OK , sir . I have added your name to the waiting list.We will call you as soon as possible . " " OK , sir . I have added your name to the waiting list.We will call you as soon as possible . ", Thank you . Rock music really leaves me cold . What about you ? , I'm crazy about it.It makes me very excited . I'm crazy about it.It makes me very excited . , Then tell me what's good about it . Then tell me what's good about it . , It can't be expressed by words . "Hello , could I make a reservation ? ", Sure . At what time ? Sure . At what time ? , 6 o'dock in the evening . 6 o'dock in the evening . ," Let me see ... Sorry , sir . We are fully booked tonight . Would you mind making a reservation some other time ? " " Let me see ... Sorry , sir . We are fully booked tonight . Would you mind making a reservation some other time ? ", Do you offer mutton hot pot at noon ? Do you offer mutton hot pot at noon ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", Then we will come here for lunch tomorrow . "Dodge Automobiles , may I help you ? ", Is this Susan ? Is this Susan ? ," No , I'm the operator . " " No , I'm the operator . "," Oh well , do you know if the Susan Li is available ? " " Oh well , do you know if the Susan Li is available ? ", One moment and I'll check . "I see an Open House sign over there , and I think we should go check it out . ", I think that looks like a very nice house . Is it on our Internet listing for Open Houses ? I think that looks like a very nice house . Is it on our Internet listing for Open Houses ? ," Yes , I see it listed on the printout we got off of the Internet . " " Yes , I see it listed on the printout we got off of the Internet . ", I love the beautiful lawn . What a great front entryway ! I love the beautiful lawn . What a great front entryway ! , We need to make sure to put our names in the registry so the realtor knows we were here . We need to make sure to put our names in the registry so the realtor knows we were here . , That works for me . We can check out the kitchen next . That works for me . We can check out the kitchen next . ," On such a hot day , it is thoughtful to have water out for potential buyers . " " On such a hot day , it is thoughtful to have water out for potential buyers . ", Check out the flyer with all of the home ’ s information on it . Check out the flyer with all of the home ’ s information on it . , What is the price of this house in the flyer ? What is the price of this house in the flyer ? , They have changed the asking price since it first went on the market . It is now two hundred and twenty-five thousand . I'm going to have some people over for dinner Saturday night.Would you like to join us ? ," Oh , I'm afraid I'll be busy tomorrow evening . " " Oh , I'm afraid I'll be busy tomorrow evening . ", Some other time then ? Some other time then ? , OK.Thanks for asking me . welcome back ! How was your vacation ? ," it was fantastic , but I'm glad to be back ! Being a tourist is really tiring ! " " it was fantastic , but I'm glad to be back ! Being a tourist is really tiring ! ", where did you end up going ? where did you end up going ? ," because it's off-season , we got a really good package deal to Paris , so we went there . " " because it's off-season , we got a really good package deal to Paris , so we went there . ", I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ? I've always wanted to go to Paris . The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world ! Did you go to the top ? , that was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ? that was the first thing we did . I have a few pictures . Do you want to see them ? , sure . What's this one a picture of ? sure . What's this one a picture of ? ," oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city . " " oh , that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling . I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city . ", you don't look very happy in that picture . you don't look very happy in that picture . ," no , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces ! " " no , by that time , I was sick of sightseeing . I had had enough of art galleries , cathedrals , fountains , statues , and palaces ! ", so what did you do ? so what did you do ? ," we spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel . " " we spent that afternoon walking around a flea market . We had a few coffees , watched a movie , and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel . ", my travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ? my travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing . Did you go to the Louvre ? , of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though . of course ! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery ! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though . , that's what everyone says ! I can't wait to see it for myself some day . What's today's special ? , I think our smoked fish will be to your taste . I think our smoked fish will be to your taste . ," OK , I'd like to try it today . " Can I ask you what the office rules are ? ," Yes , do you know the nine to five timetable ? " " Yes , do you know the nine to five timetable ? ", Is it from 9:00 to 12:00 in the morning and 1:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon ? Is it from 9:00 to 12:00 in the morning and 1:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon ? ," Yes , you are right . " Wangfujing Grand Hotels . How can I help you ? , Do you have any rooms available next Saturday and Sunday night ? Do you have any rooms available next Saturday and Sunday night ? ," Could you hold the line , please ? I will check out our room availability for those days ... Yes . we have a few vacancies next weekend . We have double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in Japanese , Roman . French and presidential styles , which one do you like best ? " " Could you hold the line , please ? I will check out our room availability for those days ... Yes . we have a few vacancies next weekend . We have double rooms , suites and deluxe suites in Japanese , Roman . French and presidential styles , which one do you like best ? "," A double room , please . " " A double room , please . "," OK . Could I have your name , please ? " " OK . Could I have your name , please ? ", My name is Monica Cellar . My name is Monica Cellar . ," OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then ! " " OK , Ms . Monica . I've reserved a double room for you next Saturday and Sunday night . We will see you then ! ", Thank you . Did you sign up for the picnic party ? ," Yes , of course . I love the picnic party . It ’ s really family fun time . " " Yes , of course . I love the picnic party . It ’ s really family fun time . ", This time you can bring your daughter with you . This time you can bring your daughter with you . ," Right , she is so excited and simply can ’ t wait . " " Right , she is so excited and simply can ’ t wait . "," There are times of games planned , should have a grand time . " He has to deliver letters every day . ," Poor man , he must be terribly fed up with it . " " Poor man , he must be terribly fed up with it . "," Oh , no , he likes the job . " " Oh , no , he likes the job . "," Oh , Really ? " What would you like to drink ? , I'll just have water . Thanks for lunch . It was delicious . , It's OK . It's OK . , Next time lunch is on me . Next time lunch is on me . , Don't be silly . I'm serious . , All right . Next time you will treat . All right . Next time you will treat . , It's a deal . I wonder if you could allow us any discount for this commodity . It's the general practice that wholesalers usually get some discount from manufacturers or suppliers . ," As a rule , we don't allow any discount . " " As a rule , we don't allow any discount . "," But we usually get a discount of 3 % to 5 % from our other suppliers . Actually , some discount on your prices would make it easier for us to promote sales , you know . " " But we usually get a discount of 3 % to 5 % from our other suppliers . Actually , some discount on your prices would make it easier for us to promote sales , you know . ", That's true . But I am sorry I can't make an exception . We have quoted you our lowest price . We can't give you any more discounts . Did you understand question number three ? ," Not at all , I was totally in the dark . " What arrangement will you make about payment ? , We shall open an irrevocable L / C to cover our shipment from Shanghai to Hamburg . Is it at sight or after sight ? We shall open an irrevocable L / C to cover our shipment from Shanghai to Hamburg . Is it at sight or after sight ? , At sight of course . At sight of course . ," Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight , and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial . " " Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight , and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial . ", I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms . I am afraid that can't be done . We have never done business on such terms . , But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight . But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade . Other suppliers are offering better terms . Some even allow payment 60days after sight . ," We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 . " " We ask for full payment at sight , because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products . You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers . The usual percentage is around 85 . ", That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation . That's true . I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation . , Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers . Yes . We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers . ," If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full . " " If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly , and if you provide after-sales service , we agree to make the payment in full . ", Thank you . I am glad we have come to an agreement at last . "Good morning , can I help you ? ", We'd like to buy some furniture for our new house . We'd like to buy some furniture for our new house . ," Here are several sets of furniture , including sofa , dressing table , wardrobe , and sideboard . How about this one ? " " Here are several sets of furniture , including sofa , dressing table , wardrobe , and sideboard . How about this one ? ", We like a larger wardrobe . I would like you to meet my family . Can you come to dinner next week at my parents ' place ? , Yeuks ! Do they know anything about me ? Yeuks ! Do they know anything about me ? ," Actually , I've told them a lot about you . They are excited to meet you . " " Actually , I've told them a lot about you . They are excited to meet you . ", I'm a little nervous ! I'm a little nervous ! , I think you'll like them . My family is pretty laid back . I think you'll like them . My family is pretty laid back . , How Ay people will be there at dinner ? How Ay people will be there at dinner ? , Let's see . there's my mom and dad and my two brothers and one of my sisters . Let's see . there's my mom and dad and my two brothers and one of my sisters . ," That's good , I'm usually more comfortable in bigger families . " Is there any meat ? ," Yes , just tinned meat . " " Yes , just tinned meat . ", Is it chicken ? Is it chicken ? ," No , it ’ s beef . " " No , it ’ s beef . ", Is it ready to eat ? Is it ready to eat ? ," Well , you ’ d better heat it before you eat it . " "I'm very worried , doctor . I'm afraid that I'm very ill . ", Why do you think so ? Why do you think so ? ," Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find it very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite . " " Because I feel tired all the time , even when I wake up in the morning . I find it very difficult to do any work . I have no appetite . ", How do you sleep ? " Very badly , doctor . ", Are you worried about anything ? " Well , yes , I am . I'm worried about my work . I've just taken a new job . I earn a lot of money but it's difficult work . I'm always afraid of making a mistake . "," Well , there's nothing much wrong with you . You're under too much pressure . " "I saw your car outside , so I stooped by . "," Yeah , I come here every now and then . " Is anybody here ? , Coming . What do you want today ? Coming . What do you want today ? ," Quite a lot . I need one pound of potatoes , three pints of milk , a dozen eggs and one pound of tomatoes . " " Quite a lot . I need one pound of potatoes , three pints of milk , a dozen eggs and one pound of tomatoes . ", Our fruit is very fresh today . Do you want some ? Our fruit is very fresh today . Do you want some ? , How much are the lemons ? How much are the lemons ? , Three for ten cents . Three for ten cents . , Give me a dozen lemons . Give me a dozen lemons . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," No , thanks . How much in total ? " " No , thanks . How much in total ? ", Twenty eight dollars . Do you consider yourself a good mother ? ," Yes , I'm a very good mother and successful career woman . " " Yes , I'm a very good mother and successful career woman . "," How can you manage to do both ? I mean , it is so hard to be a working mother . " " How can you manage to do both ? I mean , it is so hard to be a working mother . "," I think the most important thing is that you should be nice to yourself , like keeping housework simple , spending money on things that make life easier , buying yourself things you like , and so on . You can only be nice to others when you can be nice to yourself . " " I think the most important thing is that you should be nice to yourself , like keeping housework simple , spending money on things that make life easier , buying yourself things you like , and so on . You can only be nice to others when you can be nice to yourself . ", Does your husband feel the same ? Does your husband feel the same ? , Yes . He is very understanding and supportive . I would back him up to the hilt anyway . , Why are you so kind to him ? Why are you so kind to him ? , He's my brother . He's my brother . ," So that's how it is ! Now he ’ s in trouble , but I belive he will rise to his own feet again . " " So that's how it is ! Now he ’ s in trouble , but I belive he will rise to his own feet again . ", Thanks for your belief . Can you study with the radio on ? ," No , I listen to background music . " " No , I listen to background music . ", What is the difference ? What is the difference ? , The radio has too many comerials . The radio has too many comerials . ," That's true , but then you have to buy a record player . " Do you get up early every morning ? , About 6 in the morning . I like to walk to the office . About 6 in the morning . I like to walk to the office . , Good habit . How long does it take ? Good habit . How long does it take ? , About 20 minutes . Do you live alone ? About 20 minutes . Do you live alone ? ," No , my little sister lives with me . " " No , my little sister lives with me . ", How old is she ? How old is she ? , About 12 . She is a good girl . About 12 . She is a good girl . , I think so . Would you be willing to meet the extra cost if we meet your additional requirements ? ," Well , if you can meet our deadline . " " Well , if you can meet our deadline . "," That shouldn't be a problem , as long as we can make ends meet . " " That shouldn't be a problem , as long as we can make ends meet . ", I also hope your quality will meet our standard . I also hope your quality will meet our standard . , We never fail to meet our client's expectation . We never fail to meet our client's expectation . , Excellent . We will meet all your conditions if you can meet our demands . I come home for lunch . , How long have you got ? How long have you got ? , Only 1 hour . Only 1 hour . ," Okay , I'll make you some food . " "Mom , will you tuck me in tonight ? "," Sure , honey . I'll read you a bed time story , too . " " Sure , honey . I'll read you a bed time story , too . ", I hope I don't have any nightmares tonight . I hope I don't have any nightmares tonight . ," Don't worry , you'll sleep well tonight . " " Don't worry , you'll sleep well tonight . "," Thanks for tucking me , Mom . " Why did you buy that painting ? , I think it's beautiful . I want to hang it in the living room . I think it's beautiful . I want to hang it in the living room . , It looks like some kind of mistake . It looks like some kind of mistake . , That's the beauty of it — the imperfection . That's the beauty of it — the imperfection . , Oh . Who is the artist ? Oh . Who is the artist ? , Your daughter . She sold it at the school auction . Your daughter . She sold it at the school auction . , Oh ! How about we hang it over here where everyone can see it ? Oh ! How about we hang it over here where everyone can see it ? ," I guess you see the value in it , too . " "Nowadays , ships and boats are no longer so important in transportation as they used to be . "," True . With the extension of railways and highways , and the improvement of safety and capacity of airplanes , ships and boats have been giving place to trains , planes and automobiles . " " True . With the extension of railways and highways , and the improvement of safety and capacity of airplanes , ships and boats have been giving place to trains , planes and automobiles . ", I read in the newspapers that the passenger liners from Shanghai to Ningpo and Dalian have been out of business ; and the liners up and down the Yangtze River have been reduced by 70 % . I read in the newspapers that the passenger liners from Shanghai to Ningpo and Dalian have been out of business ; and the liners up and down the Yangtze River have been reduced by 70 % . ," The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster , so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow . I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat . " " The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster , so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow . I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat . ", But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat . "Oh , my god . What happened ? Are we dying ? ", Don ’ t sweat it . We will land safely . Is that a no-smoking sign ? ," Yes , it is . As you know , some of the materials we use are highly-flammable so we have a very strict non-smoking policy in the factory . " " Yes , it is . As you know , some of the materials we use are highly-flammable so we have a very strict non-smoking policy in the factory . ", What does that sign mean ? What does that sign mean ? ," It means there must be no naked flames or sparks anywhere near flammable materials . If the materials ignite , it could cause a serious fire and the fumes they give off can be very dangerous if you inhale them . " "Lisa , would you like to go to the library with me ? ", OK . Do you think we can go buy a newspaper first ? OK . Do you think we can go buy a newspaper first ? , Sure . First we'll go buy a newspaper and then we'll go to the library . Sure . First we'll go buy a newspaper and then we'll go to the library . , Are we going to walk or drive ? Are we going to walk or drive ? , The weather is really nice today . Let's walk . The weather is really nice today . Let's walk . ," The weather is good now , but I think it's suppose to rain this afternoon . " " The weather is good now , but I think it's suppose to rain this afternoon . "," Alright , then let's take an umbrella . Is your brother coming with us ? " " Alright , then let's take an umbrella . Is your brother coming with us ? "," No , he's still sleeping . " " No , he's still sleeping . "," Wow , it's already 10:00 AM . He must have been up late last night . " " Wow , it's already 10:00 AM . He must have been up late last night . "," Yeah , he didn't come home until 12:00 AM . " " Yeah , he didn't come home until 12:00 AM . ", I hope he can come later . I hope he can come later . , I hope so too . I'll give him a call when we get there . I hope so too . I'll give him a call when we get there . , How do we get to the library from here ? How do we get to the library from here ? ," It's straight down this road on the left , next to the museum . It takes about 10 minutes . " "I'm looking for the produce section , please . ", All of the produce is in aisle A . All of the produce is in aisle A . , Are bananas on sale today ? Are bananas on sale today ? ," Here you go . Look in this flyer , or check with the produce person . " Every country should face the history . ," Yeah , we don ’ t live in the vacuum . We have traditional values and long but different history . " " Yeah , we don ’ t live in the vacuum . We have traditional values and long but different history . "," Sometimes , we , human beings , really had done something wrong , so we should admit it at first . " " Sometimes , we , human beings , really had done something wrong , so we should admit it at first . ", But there is always somebody who wants to turn his back on the true history . But there is always somebody who wants to turn his back on the true history . ," I believe such things won ’ t be realized , just daydreaming . " "Hi . Today , I am the interviewer for your visa application . ", OK . Here is my application form and all the documents . OK . Here is my application form and all the documents . , Can you tell me why do you want a visa to America ? Can you tell me why do you want a visa to America ? , Because I want to have a view of the exotic landscapes to extend my views and understanding of the world . Because I want to have a view of the exotic landscapes to extend my views and understanding of the world . , OK . Do you plan to go to America all by yourself or with your family ? OK . Do you plan to go to America all by yourself or with your family ? , Myself . Myself . , Have you finished all you preparation ? Have you finished all you preparation ? , Yes . Everything is ready . You look fresh recently.How do you make it ? , I attend an aerobic class three times a week . I attend an aerobic class three times a week . , Aren't you tired ? Aren't you tired ? ," No , I feel young , fresh and energetic . " May I bring you a salad ? ," Oh , yes.What do you recommend today ? " " Oh , yes.What do you recommend today ? ", Rose-petal salad . Rose-petal salad . ," OK , I'll have it for change . " "Well , what a nice day ! "," Yeah , the air is really fresh . " " Yeah , the air is really fresh . ", But it was not at all so fine yesterday . But it was not at all so fine yesterday . , Because it rained last night . Because it rained last night . , Did it ? Did it ? ," It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder . " " It sure did . It was a heavy storm , with lots of thunder . "," I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing . " " I was fast asleep , and didn't hear a thing . "," Well , it may rain again later today . " " Well , it may rain again later today . ", Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in . Maybe . I see some dark clouds moving in . , There may also be a strong wind coming in . There may also be a strong wind coming in . ," It'll be dusty , too , I guess . " " It'll be dusty , too , I guess . ", Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing . Maybe not . Dust is no longer a big problem in Beijing . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , We've been planting trees for many years . We've been planting trees for many years . , I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful . I see . The fall in Beijing is really beautiful . , But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer . But the summer isn't . It's scorching in the summer . , Then what about spring ? Then what about spring ? , Spring is warm and short in Beijing . Spring is warm and short in Beijing . ," It must be cold in the winter , though . " " It must be cold in the winter , though . "," You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold . " " You got it . Oh , by the way , it may be really cool in the evening around this time of the year . Don't forget to put on more clothes , or you might catch a cold . ", Thanks for reminding me . Thanks for reminding me . , You're welcome . What seems to the trouble Mr Brown ? ," I ’ m in pretty bad shape , Doctor Ford . " " I ’ m in pretty bad shape , Doctor Ford . "," Oh , In what way . " " Oh , In what way . "," No appetite , always unaged and I can ’ t sleep well . " " No appetite , always unaged and I can ’ t sleep well . ", Did you lose any weight ? Did you lose any weight ? , YES . I ’ Ve lost quite a few pounds since last month . YES . I ’ Ve lost quite a few pounds since last month . , when was the last time you have track up ? when was the last time you have track up ? , About two month ago . About two month ago . ," Let me take your blood pressure . You look anilic . Well , Mr.Brown . I ’ m happy to say it ’ s nothing serious . You just a little run down from overwork . " " Let me take your blood pressure . You look anilic . Well , Mr.Brown . I ’ m happy to say it ’ s nothing serious . You just a little run down from overwork . ", What am I suppose to do ? What am I suppose to do ? , I think you ’ ll needs just vacation . Try to get out doors more . I ’ ll be sure if you get more rest . I think you ’ ll needs just vacation . Try to get out doors more . I ’ ll be sure if you get more rest . ," Thank you , doctor . I ’ ll do what you say . " "Reservation , may I help you ? "," Yes , I would like to make a reservation for May 3rd . " " Yes , I would like to make a reservation for May 3rd . ", For how many people ? For how many people ? , Only one . Only one . , May I have your name ? May I have your name ? , John . I am going on a business trip to Guangzhou next Monday morning . , To visit our supplier ? To visit our supplier ? ," Yes , as the New Year is coming , they ’ re organizing a party for all their customers . " " Yes , as the New Year is coming , they ’ re organizing a party for all their customers . "," Well , I guess you will meet many people in this field . So don ’ t forget to pack enough business cards in your suitcase . " " Well , I guess you will meet many people in this field . So don ’ t forget to pack enough business cards in your suitcase . ", Sure . Sure . ," By the way , do you know that our company just made some changes in the business trip policy ? " " By the way , do you know that our company just made some changes in the business trip policy ? "," No , no one has informed me of that so far , tell me . " " No , no one has informed me of that so far , tell me . "," Ok , there is no cash advance anymore for short trips . You have to pay out of your own pocket , so save all the receipts from your business trip . And then attach them to your expense account . When you get back , our company will reimburse everything . " " Ok , there is no cash advance anymore for short trips . You have to pay out of your own pocket , so save all the receipts from your business trip . And then attach them to your expense account . When you get back , our company will reimburse everything . "," I see . What about the maximum purdy and rate , any change ? " " I see . What about the maximum purdy and rate , any change ? ", I am not sure . You can check with the finance department . I am not sure . You can check with the finance department . ," I will call them this afternoon , thanks . " " I will call them this afternoon , thanks . ", You ’ re welcome . Have a nice trip . "Excuse me , ma'am , can I help you find anything ? "," Yes , I would like to buy a pair of dress shoes . " " Yes , I would like to buy a pair of dress shoes . ", What size do you wear ? What size do you wear ? , Ten and a half . Ten and a half . , How about this pair ? How about this pair ? ," No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ? " " No , I don't like black . What have you got in brown ? ", How about these ? How about these ? ," Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ? " " Oh , Lord , no . Those are ugly . What else do you have ? "," Well , there's this pair . " " Well , there's this pair . "," Hmm , they're not too bad . " "Well , what did you think about the last candidate ? Do you think we should hire her ? "," She had a very impressive resume , but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs . " " She had a very impressive resume , but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs . ", What made you think that she wasn't very confident ? What made you think that she wasn't very confident ? , Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ? Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked ? ," She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ? " " She was a bit nervous , I guess . What else ? "," When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional . " " When she first walked into the room to greet us , she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all . I thought that was a bit unprofessional . "," you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ? " " you're right . If she walked into meetings with our clients like that , it would make our company look bad , wouldn't it ? ", It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture ! It sure would . Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview ? She had horrible posture ! , I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language . I agree . I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language . ," On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting . " " On top fo all of that , she didn't seem to have any sense about people's personal space . she didn't keep enough distance between us when during the meeting . ", That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then . That's true . I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then . ," Don't worry , we'll find someone eventually ! " "Hey Susan , what are you coming as this year ? ", Coming as ? Coming as ? , Yeah ... for Halloween ! We have a big office party tomorrow evening . There's a prize for best costume ! Yeah ... for Halloween ! We have a big office party tomorrow evening . There's a prize for best costume ! ," Um ... I have to confess , I haven't given it much thought . I'm from China and Halloween really isn't celebrated there . " " Um ... I have to confess , I haven't given it much thought . I'm from China and Halloween really isn't celebrated there . ", Really ! You don't have some kind of Chinese ghost festival ? Really ! You don't have some kind of Chinese ghost festival ? ," Oh ... Sure . We have an entire month ! In traditional Chinese culture , Ghost Month is a period when the door between this world and beyond opens up and ghosts come back to earth for a visit . " " Oh ... Sure . We have an entire month ! In traditional Chinese culture , Ghost Month is a period when the door between this world and beyond opens up and ghosts come back to earth for a visit . ", Cool ! A whole month ! What do you do during that month ? Cool ! A whole month ! What do you do during that month ? ," Well , people sometimes set off firecrackers , some people burn paper money as an offering and many people go to a temple to burn incense.Mainly though , you need to feed the ghosts because they're hungry . " " Well , people sometimes set off firecrackers , some people burn paper money as an offering and many people go to a temple to burn incense.Mainly though , you need to feed the ghosts because they're hungry . ", Feed them ? Feed them ? ," Yeah ... we set up tables with food , fruit and drinks and offer that to the hungry ghosts . " " Yeah ... we set up tables with food , fruit and drinks and offer that to the hungry ghosts . ", And then later everyone eats the food ? And then later everyone eats the food ? , Yes ! How did you guess that ? Yes ! How did you guess that ? ," It makes sense , right ? Who else is going to eat it ? " " It makes sense , right ? Who else is going to eat it ? ", Good Point ! Good Point ! ," But no dressing up like ghosts , right ? " " But no dressing up like ghosts , right ? ", No ! So ... is Halloween essentially the same thing as ghost month ? Would you find any other available flight to Tokyo ? , Sure . We try our best . Sure . We try our best . , Thank you . Thank you . ," Mr.Chen , are you sure you're taking BA - 007 back to Tokyo ? " " Mr.Chen , are you sure you're taking BA - 007 back to Tokyo ? "," Yes , of course . I think our travel agent would have made the reservation for us . " " Yes , of course . I think our travel agent would have made the reservation for us . ", I'm afraid this flight is all booked up . I'm afraid this flight is all booked up . , Are you sure ? We can't really take it ? I reconfirmed with Miss Peterson the other day . Are you sure ? We can't really take it ? I reconfirmed with Miss Peterson the other day . , I'm afraid so except we have many no-show passengers . I've come to hear about your offer . ," We have the offer ready for you . Let me check . 10 boxes with 50 brooches per box , at 20,000 yuan ; 20 boxes with 50 waistbands per box , at 30,000 yuan ; 15 boxes with other ornaments per box , at 7 , 500 yuan , for shipment in June . The offer is valid for five days . " " We have the offer ready for you . Let me check . 10 boxes with 50 brooches per box , at 20,000 yuan ; 20 boxes with 50 waistbands per box , at 30,000 yuan ; 15 boxes with other ornaments per box , at 7 , 500 yuan , for shipment in June . The offer is valid for five days . ", I can tell you right now that your prices are a little higher than we expected . I can tell you right now that your prices are a little higher than we expected . , You know that the prices of the ornaments have been rising in recent years . The prices we offer this time compare favorably with quotations you can get else where . You know that the prices of the ornaments have been rising in recent years . The prices we offer this time compare favorably with quotations you can get else where . , I am afraid I can't agree with you there . I must point out your prices are higher than the quotations we've received from other companies . I am afraid I can't agree with you there . I must point out your prices are higher than the quotations we've received from other companies . ," But you must take the design and quality into consideration . You know we are superior to others in design and quality . We have various styles , which the other companies cannot catch up with . " " But you must take the design and quality into consideration . You know we are superior to others in design and quality . We have various styles , which the other companies cannot catch up with . ", I agree that yours are of the top . I agree that yours are of the top . ," Well , since your order is large enough , can you give me a rough idea ? " " Well , since your order is large enough , can you give me a rough idea ? "," To have this business concluded , I should say a reduction of least 10 % would help . " " To have this business concluded , I should say a reduction of least 10 % would help . ", Impossible . How about 5 % off ? Impossible . How about 5 % off ? , Right . A reduction of 5 % is acceptable . "There is too much traffic in Taipei these days , I think cars should be banned . ", I'm not sure about that . How would people get to work ? I'm not sure about that . How would people get to work ? ," Well , why not use buses or the MET ? " " Well , why not use buses or the MET ? "," Well , it may not be that simple . Not everyone likes public transport . " " Well , it may not be that simple . Not everyone likes public transport . ", Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains . Why not ? There is nothing wrong with our buses and trains . ," Well , I don't often use them , I wouldn't really know . " I need to get internet . , Which kind of internet connection do you want to get ? Which kind of internet connection do you want to get ? , What kind can I get ? What kind can I get ? , There is dial-up or DEL . There is dial-up or DEL . , Which one do you feel is best ? Which one do you feel is best ? , I would get DEL if I were you . I would get DEL if I were you . , DEL is better than dial-up ? DEL is better than dial-up ? ," It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line . " " It's the best choice ; plus , it won't tie up your phone line . ", I'm not sure what that means . I'm not sure what that means . ," Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL . " " Dial-up is connected through your phone , unlike DEL . ", That'll make it impossible for me to use . That'll make it impossible for me to use . , Exactly . With DEL you don't have that problem . "Oh , you can rest assured that they'll be no problem . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? ," Your upstairs neighbors live in Canada and rarely come back to Taiwan . When they do , they're never home . " " Your upstairs neighbors live in Canada and rarely come back to Taiwan . When they do , they're never home . ", And the downstairs neighbors ? And the downstairs neighbors ? ," Two flight attendants that are also in and out of town . When they're here , they're usually sleeping . And next door to you is me . I'm a quiet neighbor . " " Two flight attendants that are also in and out of town . When they're here , they're usually sleeping . And next door to you is me . I'm a quiet neighbor . ", Sounds ideal . We'll get back to you in a couple of days then . "They are a nice middle-aged couple , just like us . "," If they are just like us , they are not middle-aged . " " If they are just like us , they are not middle-aged . ", Of course they are . Of course they are . ," Middle-aged means in the middle , Ethel , middle of life . People don't live to a hundred and fifty . " " Middle-aged means in the middle , Ethel , middle of life . People don't live to a hundred and fifty . "," Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all . " " Oh , we are the part on the edge of middle . That's all . "," Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging . " " Oh , you know , we are not middle-aged . You're old , and I'm aging . "," Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ? " " Oh , fool ! You're nearly seventy and I'm in the low sixties . Would you like to spend the rest of the afternoon squabbling about this ? ", I can if you like . "Hey , how are you doing ? ", Could you do me a favor ? Could you do me a favor ? ," Sure , whatever you need . " " Sure , whatever you need . ", Can you help me move this table ? "I ’ m afraid we are really short staffed this week , Mr . Cranial . I ’ d like to accommodate you , but I just don ’ t think I ’ ll have the time . ", Are you telling me you ’ re not going to meet with me ? Are you telling me you ’ re not going to meet with me ? ," Not at all , sir . I ’ d just like to push it up to next week . I ’ ll have a lot more free time at the beginning of next week . " " Not at all , sir . I ’ d just like to push it up to next week . I ’ ll have a lot more free time at the beginning of next week . "," Well , I don ’ t like it , but I guess I don ’ t have any choice . " "Jeff , look at this listing ! It says there is a cozy studio apartment for rent , and it's only $ 700 per month . What do you think ? ", Well I think I can afford that apartment . But are pets allowed ? Well I think I can afford that apartment . But are pets allowed ? ," Hmm ... let me look . Yes , it says it's a pet-friendly building . " " Hmm ... let me look . Yes , it says it's a pet-friendly building . "," That's great . That means I can bring my cat , Mr . Twinkles . Where is the apartment located ? " " That's great . That means I can bring my cat , Mr . Twinkles . Where is the apartment located ? ", It says it's located in the suburbs . Oh that ’ s a lovely necklace . , Thank you . My husband gave it to me . Thank you . My husband gave it to me . , Oh I didn ’ t know you were married . Oh I didn ’ t know you were married . , Yes I am . I got married five years ago . Yes I am . I got married five years ago . , Oh I see . That ’ s nice . Did you meet your husband at work ? Oh I see . That ’ s nice . Did you meet your husband at work ? ," No , we met at university . " What a nice day ! Why don't we go for an outing ? , Sure.Where would you suggest ? Sure.Where would you suggest ? , How about going to the suburbs ? How about going to the suburbs ? , Sounds good . How was Elvin ? ," Hey , look . My admirer has struck again . " " Hey , look . My admirer has struck again . ", Another note ? But how ? I didn't see anyone ! Another note ? But how ? I didn't see anyone ! ," It's an e-mail . It says , We need to meet . I'll give you a sweet treat . It's not what you think . " " It's an e-mail . It says , We need to meet . I'll give you a sweet treat . It's not what you think . ", Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ? Uh-oh . He's heating up . What are you going to do now ? ," You know what , I think I know who my admirer is . " " You know what , I think I know who my admirer is . ", You do ? Who ? This suit looks nice.Can I try it on ? ," Yes , of course.The dressing room is over there . " What kind of food do you like ? , I like Chinese food . I like Chinese food . , But your American ? But your American ? , We have a lot of Chinese restaurants in America . "Jack , what are you doing ? ", I am reading . I am reading . , I can see that . But why are you reading advertisements for houses for sale ? Are you buying a house ? I can see that . But why are you reading advertisements for houses for sale ? Are you buying a house ? ," No , not yet . But I like to see what is available . " " No , not yet . But I like to see what is available . ", Can I have a look as well ? Can I have a look as well ? ," Of course , have a seat . " " Of course , have a seat . "," Oh , this one looks really good . And look at the garden . So beautiful . " " Oh , this one looks really good . And look at the garden . So beautiful . "," Yes , nice . But I prefer this wooden house with a garden fence and a sloping roof . " " Yes , nice . But I prefer this wooden house with a garden fence and a sloping roof . "," Yes , but my house has large windows and so gets lots of sun . And it has a small balcony at the top . " " Yes , but my house has large windows and so gets lots of sun . And it has a small balcony at the top . "," Well , you can't compare a small balcony to this large veranda . This is perfect for having a barbecue in summer . " " Well , you can't compare a small balcony to this large veranda . This is perfect for having a barbecue in summer . "," Talking about a barbecue , didn't you say you are organizing one next week ? " " Talking about a barbecue , didn't you say you are organizing one next week ? "," Yes , next Saturday . I hope you can make it . " Operator ! Operator ! , Can I help you ? Can I help you ? ," Yes , I was talking to a party . We were disconnected . " " Yes , I was talking to a party . We were disconnected . "," I'm sorry , sir . Just hold the line , please . Now the line is connected . Go ahead please . " " I'm sorry , sir . Just hold the line , please . Now the line is connected . Go ahead please . ", Thank you . "Judy , have you ever made out how much money shall we spend ? "," Oh , yeah . The total amount is no less than 13,000 RIB , according to our itinerary . " " Oh , yeah . The total amount is no less than 13,000 RIB , according to our itinerary . ", What ? That's too much . What ? That's too much . ," Sit down . I'll show you the list of our financial budget . First of all , it is nearly 4,000 RIB that we should spend in transportation . " " Sit down . I'll show you the list of our financial budget . First of all , it is nearly 4,000 RIB that we should spend in transportation . "," Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget . " " Ah , the transportation fee always takes a great part in the budget . "," Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good . " " Then we must pay a large amount of money for the hotel . But if we want to save money , we can choose a hotel which is not so good . "," Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel . " " Hmm , what I'm fearful of is that the accommodation will also deteriorate once we choose a cheaper hotel . "," In that case , we can choose the Youth Hotel . It's a good choice , clean and economic . " "Miss Gray , would you please type this report for me ? "," Of course , Mr . Green . " " Of course , Mr . Green . ", Can you print it out before 12 o'clock ? I need it this afternoon . Can you print it out before 12 o'clock ? I need it this afternoon . , No problem . I will do it immediately . No problem . I will do it immediately . , Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily . Please double space it and print it out on the laser printer so I can read it easily . , OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ? OK . Would you like this report done in a formal or informal style ? , Please type it in a formal style . Please type it in a formal style . , I see . Anything else ? I see . Anything else ? ," No , thanks . " I don't like this movie . It's a bomb . ," Look , I've already paid for the tickets , so whether you like it or not we're going to finish watching it . " " Look , I've already paid for the tickets , so whether you like it or not we're going to finish watching it . "," Well , give me the Walkman . I'll listen to the music then . " " Well , give me the Walkman . I'll listen to the music then . ", Come on . Give it a chance . The movie just started . Do you mind if I borrow the notes from last week ? , Were you here last week ? Were you here last week ? , I was unable to make it . I was unable to make it . , How come ? How come ? ," I was sick that day , and couldn't make it . " " I was sick that day , and couldn't make it . "," Well , here are the notes . " " Well , here are the notes . ", Are there any more ? Are there any more ? ," Sorry , here you go . " " Sorry , here you go . ", Thanks a lot . "Vince , I think one of your programmers is spying on us for WebTracker . ", Pardon ? Pardon ? ," I won't say who , because I'm not sure yet . But I'll know soon . " " I won't say who , because I'm not sure yet . But I'll know soon . "," Zina , I hope you're not scheming to make Elvin look bad . " " Zina , I hope you're not scheming to make Elvin look bad . ", It isn't Elvin . It isn't Elvin . , Dave then ? Dave is a spy for WebTracker ? You can't be serious . Dave then ? Dave is a spy for WebTracker ? You can't be serious . , Loan me that tape recorder you have . And don't say anything to anyone until I come back . My eyes water continuously . Why ? , Perhaps because of the dirty air . Perhaps because of the dirty air . , What is there in the air ? What is there in the air ? , Some poisonous gas . Some poisonous gas . , I can't believe that the air in this city is so dirty . I can't believe that the air in this city is so dirty . , Yes . I think I won't come here again next time . Yes . I think I won't come here again next time . , So do I . So do I . , We waste a vacation . We waste a vacation . , Maybe you are right . I can ’ t believe these skirts are so cheap . ," I know and they are really nice , too . " " I know and they are really nice , too . ", I ’ ll have to get a couple in different colors . I ’ ll have to get a couple in different colors . ," Me , too . " " Me , too . "," Buy them now though , or they might not still be here tomorrow . " " Buy them now though , or they might not still be here tomorrow . "," Good idea , especially at this price . " "Dave , wake up . ", Which ? Zina ? What time is it ? Which ? Zina ? What time is it ? , It's seven-thirty . I want to know who left this note on my desk . It's seven-thirty . I want to know who left this note on my desk . , What note ? I can't see . I just pulled an all-nighter . What note ? I can't see . I just pulled an all-nighter . ," It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen . " " It's a little green post-it note , stuck right in the middle of my computer screen . ", And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ? And ? What does it say ? Isn't there a name ? ," It says , Zina , I like how you rhumba . An admirer . " did you know that abortion is still illegal in many states in the USA ? , why ? I thought Americans were supposed to be more open than that . why ? I thought Americans were supposed to be more open than that . ," well , for many religious people , they believe that people who abort their babies are murderers . " " well , for many religious people , they believe that people who abort their babies are murderers . ", do you think most people in America believe that abortion is wrong ? do you think most people in America believe that abortion is wrong ? ," no , I think it's mostly the older generation who are against abortions . " " no , I think it's mostly the older generation who are against abortions . ", it's no wonder there are so many teenage pregnancies in America . it's no wonder there are so many teenage pregnancies in America . ," religious people blame it on pre-marital sex , not on abortion being illegal . " " religious people blame it on pre-marital sex , not on abortion being illegal . ", what do you think about abortion ? what do you think about abortion ? ," I personally would never want to have one , but I think that since a pregnancy can affect a woman's entire life , she should have the right to decide for herself . " " I personally would never want to have one , but I think that since a pregnancy can affect a woman's entire life , she should have the right to decide for herself . ", do you think the fathers should have some kind of say in the matter ? do you think the fathers should have some kind of say in the matter ? ," I know this is going to sound sexist , but I don't think that men should have to give their approval to the mothers of their children . " " I know this is going to sound sexist , but I don't think that men should have to give their approval to the mothers of their children . "," why not ? It's their children , too . " " why not ? It's their children , too . "," that may be true , but when a woman gets pregnant , it changes her life completely . Men can still carry on with their lives after the birth exactly as they did beforehand . " " that may be true , but when a woman gets pregnant , it changes her life completely . Men can still carry on with their lives after the birth exactly as they did beforehand . "," that might be true , but I think men should have some kind of say in the matter . " "Professor , could I make an appointment with you ? ", I am free tomorrow afternoon between two and four ; do you have a particular time in mind ? I am free tomorrow afternoon between two and four ; do you have a particular time in mind ? , Two o'clock would be the best time . Two o'clock would be the best time . ," Fine , do you know where my office is ? " " Fine , do you know where my office is ? "," No , I'm not sure . " " No , I'm not sure . "," Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor . " " Remember , it is in the E building on the third floor . ", I see . I see . ," Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then . " " Don't worry , it will work out fine once you get there . I'll see you then . ", I'll see you then . I'll see you then . , Looking forward to meeting with you ! Hello ! ," Hi , Jenny ! Jason here . It's great to hear your voice again . " " Hi , Jenny ! Jason here . It's great to hear your voice again . "," Hi , Jason ! Long time no see . How's the hotel ? " " Hi , Jason ! Long time no see . How's the hotel ? "," It's pretty nice , but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon . Hotel living is not for me . " " It's pretty nice , but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon . Hotel living is not for me . ", I know what you mean . I know what you mean . , How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ? How about you ? When are you leaving for Berkeley ? , I am leaving in two weeks . I am leaving in two weeks . ," So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards . " " So soon ! Well , I'd really like to see you again before you leave . Would you like to go out with me on Friday ? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards . "," Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ? " " Oh , I am sorry , Jason . I've already got plans for Friday evening . How about Saturday ? ", Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ’ clock . Is that ok ? Saturday is fine . I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o ’ clock . Is that ok ? , 7 is fine with me . 7 is fine with me . , Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty . Great . I'll pick you up at six thirty . , I'll be waiting . What a bother having to climb storeys home every day . , But it's also a sort of exercise and it's good to your health . But it's also a sort of exercise and it's good to your health . , I don't care ! I don't care ! , You're complaining again . We would like you to stop by again so we can show you some more problems that have come up with our apartment . ," I am kind of busy right now , but maybe later next week I could stop by . " " I am kind of busy right now , but maybe later next week I could stop by . ", We sent you an e-mail the first week we moved in ; it listed the problems we found . We sent you an e-mail the first week we moved in ; it listed the problems we found . , What problems did you find ? What problems did you find ? ," The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ’ t work . " " The roof leaks when it rains , there is mold on the bedroom walls , and the dishwasher doesn ’ t work . ", I don ’ t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself . I don ’ t really consider any of that to be my responsibility . You can fix those things yourself . , Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility . Maintaining basic health and safety standards is your responsibility . , I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky ! I am maintaining the building . You are way too picky ! ," Unfortunately , you won ’ t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday . " " Unfortunately , you won ’ t be getting a rent check unless these problems are fixed by Friday . ", You wouldn ’ t dare do that ! "Brooke , are you still mad ? Is your mom mad ? ", No ... mom said that we'll have the wedding at home on the 2nd . So let's hope your mom is right about that being a lucky day ... No ... mom said that we'll have the wedding at home on the 2nd . So let's hope your mom is right about that being a lucky day ... ," It will be . And today is , too . I just talked to the airlines ... " " It will be . And today is , too . I just talked to the airlines ... ", They're going to give us back the seats ? They're going to give us back the seats ? ," No , they're giving us discount tickets on a honeymoon package in ... " " No , they're giving us discount tickets on a honeymoon package in ... ", Hawaii ? My dream honeymoon destination ? Hawaii ? My dream honeymoon destination ? , You got it ! We'll fly there directly from Texas . You got it ! We'll fly there directly from Texas . ," Oh , Jack ! That's wonderful ! " "Where to , ma'am ? ", The Grand Hotel . The Grand Hotel . , The Grand Hotel ? The Grand Hotel ? , Yes.Do you know where it is ? Yes.Do you know where it is ? ," No , Madam . I don't think I do . " " No , Madam . I don't think I do . "," It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street . " " It's the 11th Avenue , Park Street . "," Oh , yes . I know where it is . " "Well , what about it ? As it happens I've got two tickets for next thursday evening . I thought perhaps . "," Well , thanks all the same , Denise . But no I don't think.Sorry , I'm sure you would enjoy it . I'd like to Denise , but I'm busy on friday this week and next week too . " " Well , thanks all the same , Denise . But no I don't think.Sorry , I'm sure you would enjoy it . I'd like to Denise , but I'm busy on friday this week and next week too . ", But I said thursday.The tickets are for thursday evening . But I said thursday.The tickets are for thursday evening . ," Thursday ? Oh , sorry . I meant thursday too . I mean I busy then too . " " Thursday ? Oh , sorry . I meant thursday too . I mean I busy then too . "," I see.Oh , well some other time perhaps . " " I see.Oh , well some other time perhaps . ", Yes . some other time perhaps.Thanks again . This is a nice set of wheels . How much did the dealer charge you for this ? ," A lot . I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life , but so what , it ’ s worth it . Come on , get in . Let ’ s take a drive . " " A lot . I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life , but so what , it ’ s worth it . Come on , get in . Let ’ s take a drive . "," Okay then , let ’ s go fast ! Whoa ! This thing can really accelerate fast . " " Okay then , let ’ s go fast ! Whoa ! This thing can really accelerate fast . ", Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly . It can stop quickly . Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly . It can stop quickly . ," Hey , just watch out for cops or you ’ re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ? " " Hey , just watch out for cops or you ’ re gonna end up in the slammer . You know you tend to go fast ? "," Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks . " " Yes , I know it . I went through my last set of tires fast . I even had three flat tires in two weeks . ", Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car . Now watch ... some guys probably run a light and hit your car . ," Cut out , would you ? " How do you do ? I need your help in selecting a foreign market to invest ! , Fine . I have your letter and I've made some notes . Fine . I have your letter and I've made some notes . , How can I find out what countries to invest ? How can I find out what countries to invest ? ," We have quite a lot of import and export information and can give you figures on population , consumption , production , and foreign exchange reserves . " " We have quite a lot of import and export information and can give you figures on population , consumption , production , and foreign exchange reserves . ", Great . I want to get an idea for the purchasing ability in various countries . Great . I want to get an idea for the purchasing ability in various countries . , But you're also going to have to give some attention to trade restrictions . You can get much information about environment of investment . There are thousands of magazines published in the world to meet the needs of different readers . But only a few of them are influential world-wide . , You have hit the point . It's really hard for a magazine to be well known to people of various ages and educational backgrounds . You have hit the point . It's really hard for a magazine to be well known to people of various ages and educational backgrounds . ," But I think Digest is supposed to be the top one . Its subscribers or buyers are from all social classes , perhaps , a majority of them from the educated group . It's quite strange that the readers love it after reading it . " " But I think Digest is supposed to be the top one . Its subscribers or buyers are from all social classes , perhaps , a majority of them from the educated group . It's quite strange that the readers love it after reading it . "," To my mind , the success of Digest is in the clever selection of its articles in each issue . " Welcome to Youth Travel Agency . Is there anything I can do for you ? , We'd like to look around the town . Can you tell me the best sightseeing route to take ? We'd like to look around the town . Can you tell me the best sightseeing route to take ? , Why not come here and have a look at the guidebook ? Why not come here and have a look at the guidebook ? , I think this route is quite interesting . How long does the tour last ? I think this route is quite interesting . How long does the tour last ? , Let me see . It's a one day tour . Let's see now . Cut the potatoes into small cubes . ," Yes , but don't cut them yet . Wait until they cool . Where is the big plastic bowl ? " " Yes , but don't cut them yet . Wait until they cool . Where is the big plastic bowl ? ", On the bottom shelf in the cupboard under the sink . On the bottom shelf in the cupboard under the sink . ," What's Donna like , by the way ? " " What's Donna like , by the way ? ", Donna ? Well . She is about 20 . She is very lovely and I think you will like her . What about Paul ? Donna ? Well . She is about 20 . She is very lovely and I think you will like her . What about Paul ? ," Oh , Paul is very easy-going and friendly . " " Oh , Paul is very easy-going and friendly . ", Could you get me the pepper from the cupboard ? Could you get me the pepper from the cupboard ? ," Yes , sure . Which cupboard is it in ? " " Yes , sure . Which cupboard is it in ? ", It's in the small one beside the cooker . It's in the small one beside the cooker . , There is no pepper here . There is no pepper here . ," Oh , there Isn't ? Oh , no . " Is there anything I can do for you ? , I want a chemise . I want a chemise . , You have really good taste . It's the best seller right now . You have really good taste . It's the best seller right now . , Could I try it on ? Could I try it on ? , Sure . Sure . , Well . It's not my taste . Would you please bring me a short sleeve ? "Hello , I'd like to reserve a hotel room . "," That should be no problem . May I have your full name , please ? " " That should be no problem . May I have your full name , please ? ", My name is John Sandals . My name is John Sandals . ," Hello , Mr . Sandals . My name is Michelle . What days do you need that reservation , sir ? " " Hello , Mr . Sandals . My name is Michelle . What days do you need that reservation , sir ? "," I'm planning to visit New York from Friday , April 14 until Monday , April 17 . " " I'm planning to visit New York from Friday , April 14 until Monday , April 17 . "," Our room rates recently went up . Is that okay with you , Mr . Sandals ? " " Our room rates recently went up . Is that okay with you , Mr . Sandals ? ", How much per night are we talking about ? How much per night are we talking about ? , Each night will be $ 308 . Each night will be $ 308 . , That price is perfectly acceptable . That price is perfectly acceptable . , Wonderful ! Do you prefer a smoking or nonsmoking room ? Wonderful ! Do you prefer a smoking or nonsmoking room ? ," Nonsmoking , please . " " Nonsmoking , please . "," Next question , Is a queen-size bed okay ? " " Next question , Is a queen-size bed okay ? ", That sounds fine . That sounds fine . ," Okay , Mr . Sandals . Your reservation is in our computer . All we need now is a phone number . " " Okay , Mr . Sandals . Your reservation is in our computer . All we need now is a phone number . ", Certainly . My phone number is 626-555-1739 . Certainly . My phone number is 626-555-1739 . ," Thank you , Mr . Sandals . We look forward to seeing you in New York ! " "Good morning , May . Good girl , you are reading English books again . ", Good morning . There is no reason to miss so beautiful a morning . Is that a new bird ? Good morning . There is no reason to miss so beautiful a morning . Is that a new bird ? ," Oh , yes , my daughter bought it yesterday . We call her Lulu . " " Oh , yes , my daughter bought it yesterday . We call her Lulu . ", It looks so cute . Is it a parrot ? It looks so cute . Is it a parrot ? , Yes . Just look at her colorful feathers . What else can it be ? Yes . Just look at her colorful feathers . What else can it be ? , I see . It's interesting that there is also a parrot in my English book . His mane is Polly . I see . It's interesting that there is also a parrot in my English book . His mane is Polly . , Really ? A foreign parrot ! Really ? A foreign parrot ! ," He can speak English , too . " " He can speak English , too . ", Maybe you can teach Lulu some English words . Maybe you can teach Lulu some English words . ," Lulu . Lulu . Say hello . hello . Oh , she is so smart . Good bird . " How was the party ? , I had a fantastic time . "Excuse me , driver . Does this bus go to the museum ? "," Yes , you get off at the square . " " Yes , you get off at the square . ", How long is the ride ? How long is the ride ? ," Well , you will get there in about half an hour if the traffic isn't too heavy . " " Well , you will get there in about half an hour if the traffic isn't too heavy . ", Thank you.How much is the fare ? Thank you.How much is the fare ? ," Drop 50 cents in the box , please . " " Drop 50 cents in the box , please . ", Would you please let me know when we get to the stop ? I am a stranger here . Would you please let me know when we get to the stop ? I am a stranger here . , Sure . I will . "Hi , John , how was your vacation ? "," Awesome , we went to Australia and New Zealand . " " Awesome , we went to Australia and New Zealand . ", That must have been wonderful . Do anything interesting ? That must have been wonderful . Do anything interesting ? ," Well , we went bungee jumping when we were in Australia . " " Well , we went bungee jumping when we were in Australia . ", Wow ! Isn ’ t that dangerous ? Wow ! Isn ’ t that dangerous ? ," A little , but the rush was worth it . " " A little , but the rush was worth it . ", Tell me about it . Tell me about it . , We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us . We jumped off a bridge and fell 500 feet before the bungee cord caught us . , 500 feet ! I would never be able to do that . 500 feet ! I would never be able to do that . ," Yeah , It was scary , but exhilarating . " Can I help you ? , How much is it ? Eight films and a bar of chocolate . How much is it ? Eight films and a bar of chocolate . ," That's $ 38 , sir . " " That's $ 38 , sir . ", Can you accept a check ? Can you accept a check ? , Sorry sir.We can't . Cash only . Sorry sir.We can't . Cash only . , Here's two twenties.Keep the change . Here's two twenties.Keep the change . , Thank you.Have a nice day . What do you consider to be your strong points ? , I think I ’ m tough not only physically but mentally . I think I ’ m tough not only physically but mentally . , Why do you say that ? Why do you say that ? ," I have been playing football since high school . At present , I ’ m a member of a community football club . " " I have been playing football since high school . At present , I ’ m a member of a community football club . ", Really ? Are you still playing ? Really ? Are you still playing ? , Yes . I practice every weekend with my teammates . Yes . I practice every weekend with my teammates . , I see . You must be tough . I see . You must be tough . , I never get tired . I think this comes from practicing football . I never get tired . I think this comes from practicing football . , What do you consider to be your weak points ? What do you consider to be your weak points ? ," Frankly speaking , I ’ m a typical Chinese workaholic . I don ’ t mind working late at night . Due to that , I tend to leave the office late . " " Frankly speaking , I ’ m a typical Chinese workaholic . I don ’ t mind working late at night . Due to that , I tend to leave the office late . ", What kind of people are you reluctant to work with ? What kind of people are you reluctant to work with ? ," So far I haven ’ t met any particular kind . However , I may rule out those who prefer chatting to working . " " So far I haven ’ t met any particular kind . However , I may rule out those who prefer chatting to working . ", Do you prefer to work alone or as part of a team ? Do you prefer to work alone or as part of a team ? ," It depends on the type of work . Usually I prefer to work alone , because I ’ m self-motivated . But I can work either way . If necessary , I don ’ t hesitate to join the team . " "what can I do for you , sir ? ", What do we get this morning ? What do we get this morning ? ," Fruit juice , cake and refreshments and everything . " " Fruit juice , cake and refreshments and everything . ", I ’ d like to a glass of tomato juice please . I ’ d like to a glass of tomato juice please . ," Any serial , sir ? " " Any serial , sir ? ", Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight . Yes . A dish of cornmeal weight . , And eggs ? And eggs ? , Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy . Yes . Baked eggs and buttered toast . I like my baker very crazy . , How do you want to your eggs ? How do you want to your eggs ? ," Fried , please . " " Fried , please . "," Anything more , sir ? " " Anything more , sir ? "," No , that ’ s enough , thank you . " "It ’ s a wonderful party , Joan , The food , the drink , the atmosphere ... Everyone is enjoying himself . ", Thanks to your help.To our friendship . Thanks to your help.To our friendship . , Bottoms up ! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have ? Bottoms up ! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have ? , Dancing . The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us . Dancing . The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us . ," Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys . " " Oh , how wonderful ! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys . ", I'll surely make introductions for them . There's a typhoon coming . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , That's what the weatherman said last night . I'm sleepy . I can hardly keep my eyes open . , Why don't you go to bed ? Why don't you go to bed ? , I think I will . "Excuse me , this is my first time on a plane . How do I check in ? "," May I see your ticket , please ? " " May I see your ticket , please ? ", Yes . Here you are . Yes . Here you are . , You can get a boarding pass at that counter . Do you have anything to check in ? You can get a boarding pass at that counter . Do you have anything to check in ? ," No , I only have a handbag . " " No , I only have a handbag . ", Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security . Then you could wait in the departure area after going through security . , Is that all ? Is that all ? ," Yeah , I think so . It is very simple . " " Yeah , I think so . It is very simple . ", I see . Thank you very much . Do you have your own circle of friends ? ," Yes . I have friends even though I am a man of few words . Just like the old saying goes , "" Actions speak louder than words "" . I am a hard-working silent person . " " Yes . I have friends even though I am a man of few words . Just like the old saying goes , "" Actions speak louder than words "" . I am a hard-working silent person . "," What you said was right , but we need to work as a team , how could you make adjustment to that ? " " What you said was right , but we need to work as a team , how could you make adjustment to that ? "," Teamwork is ok to me , and I hope the team will be complementary in personality . " " Teamwork is ok to me , and I hope the team will be complementary in personality . "," OK , I got it . " Could you show me some scarves ? , What kind of scarf shall I show you ? We have them in all sorts and sizes . What kind of scarf shall I show you ? We have them in all sorts and sizes . ," Show me some of the latest fashion , please . " " Show me some of the latest fashion , please . ", At your service . Will this suit you ? At your service . Will this suit you ? ," Yes , it will ; this must be the foreign produce . " " Yes , it will ; this must be the foreign produce . ", This is Chinese made . This is Chinese made . , Let me try it on . I think it really suits me . Can you give me some discount on it ? Let me try it on . I think it really suits me . Can you give me some discount on it ? ," Yes , it ’ s already fifty yuan off the original price . " " Yes , it ’ s already fifty yuan off the original price . ", But that still sounds expensive . But that still sounds expensive . ," Sorry , we can ’ t come down any more . " Hello . I need to reserve a room . ," Not a problem . May I have your name , please ? " " Not a problem . May I have your name , please ? ", Of course . I'm John Sandals . Of course . I'm John Sandals . ," Hi , sir . My name is Michelle . Could you tell me when you need the room ? " " Hi , sir . My name is Michelle . Could you tell me when you need the room ? ", Right now . I plan to be there in April from the 14th to the 17th . Right now . I plan to be there in April from the 14th to the 17th . ," Perhaps you didn't know that we have new room rates . Do you find that acceptable , sir ? " " Perhaps you didn't know that we have new room rates . Do you find that acceptable , sir ? ", Maybe . How much is a room ? Maybe . How much is a room ? , The price per night is $ 308 . The price per night is $ 308 . , That sounds fine to me . That sounds fine to me . , Fantastic ! Would you like a smoking or nonsmoking room ? Fantastic ! Would you like a smoking or nonsmoking room ? , I hate cigarettes ! Nonsmoking . I hate cigarettes ! Nonsmoking . ," That'll be nonsmoking . Now , do you approve of a single queen-size bed ? " " That'll be nonsmoking . Now , do you approve of a single queen-size bed ? ", That'll be no problem . That'll be no problem . ," I'm happy to hear that , sir . Your reservation is all set except for your phone number . " " I'm happy to hear that , sir . Your reservation is all set except for your phone number . ", Sure ! My number is 626-555-1739 . Sure ! My number is 626-555-1739 . ," 626-555-1739 . Thank you for doing business with us , Mr . Sandals . " I'm sorry . I won't do it again . , Try to be more careful in future . Look ! you've damaged the sign . Try to be more careful in future . Look ! you've damaged the sign . , Is this the sign ? What does it says ? Is this the sign ? What does it says ? , It says No smoking here . Is there anything I can do for you ? , Yes . I am looking for a pair of gloves . Yes . I am looking for a pair of gloves . , What about this one ? It's the latest . What about this one ? It's the latest . ," Excuse me , but I want a pair of mittens . " " Excuse me , but I want a pair of mittens . "," I am sorry , it's out of stock right now . " Whip me if I get below 80 marks out of 100 ! ," Take it easy , Jim . Your mother didn't mean it ! Need any help ? " " Take it easy , Jim . Your mother didn't mean it ! Need any help ? ", Yes . Can you help me remember how to spell ' beautiful ' ? "Oh , they all went out ! Did you make a wish ? "," Yes , but I doubt if I get it . I've never got it . " " Yes , but I doubt if I get it . I've never got it . ", Better luck this time ! May I ask what the name is the girl ? , Which one ? Which one ? , The tallest one . The tallest one . , She is Miao Li . She's come here to see her brother . She is Miao Li . She's come here to see her brother . ," Oh , it's so . She looks very lovely . Could you give me some else information on her ? " " Oh , it's so . She looks very lovely . Could you give me some else information on her ? ", OK . She's a costume designer and works in a garment mill . OK . She's a costume designer and works in a garment mill . , How do you think about her ? How do you think about her ? , She looks very beautiful . She is a nice girl . She looks very beautiful . She is a nice girl . , I'm wondering if she has boyfriend . I'm wondering if she has boyfriend . ," No , she hasn't . " " No , she hasn't . ", Great ! Thank you very much . "You're going to Shanghai tomorrow , are you ? ", That's right . Do you think it'll be cold ? That's right . Do you think it'll be cold ? , It might be . You'd better take a heavy sweater with you.The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year . It might be . You'd better take a heavy sweater with you.The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year . , Do you think I'll need a cotton coat ? Do you think I'll need a cotton coat ? ," Not for now , I think , But I believe there'll be rain , so take your raincoat with you . " "Egg , this bathroom is a pigsty ! "," Helen , why do you keep flushing the toilet ? What's wrong ? " " Helen , why do you keep flushing the toilet ? What's wrong ? "," I just can't stand it . It's really gross in here ! There ' s a stain on the toilet seat , and the floor was wet and slippery . So I cleaned it ! " " I just can't stand it . It's really gross in here ! There ' s a stain on the toilet seat , and the floor was wet and slippery . So I cleaned it ! "," You did what ? Helen , I know it's gross , but I ' Ve seen many public washrooms that are much worse . Why are you cleaning the counter top ? are you out of your mind ? " " You did what ? Helen , I know it's gross , but I ' Ve seen many public washrooms that are much worse . Why are you cleaning the counter top ? are you out of your mind ? ", I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here ! I can't help myself ; it's just so disgusting in here ! ," Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ? " " Helen , this is not like your own bathroom . Just leave it to the cleaners , okay ? ", Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor . Hang on . I'm just gonna quickly wipe the sink and sweep the floor . , You're such a neat freak ! I'm outta here ! Is the Chinese team taking the lead ? ," No , it's the Japanese team . " " No , it's the Japanese team . ", Japanese teams always play a dark horse . Japanese teams always play a dark horse . ," Well , their team work is well worth learning . " "Hi , Janice . Our first weekend after being employed is coming . Show me your plan . "," My mom phoned me this morning , and asked me to go back home to have housework chores . " " My mom phoned me this morning , and asked me to go back home to have housework chores . ", What are you assigned to do ? What are you assigned to do ? ," God knows . Speaking of chores , I would rather do some washing than cooking . " " God knows . Speaking of chores , I would rather do some washing than cooking . "," For me , I think I will iron my shirt and trousers . Actually , weekends tend to be the most hectic day in the whole week . " " For me , I think I will iron my shirt and trousers . Actually , weekends tend to be the most hectic day in the whole week . ", I really hope that I could sleep like a log all through two nights . But ... Some one said that weekends are a bit like rainbows ; they look good from a distance but disappear before we get up close to them . I really hope that I could sleep like a log all through two nights . But ... Some one said that weekends are a bit like rainbows ; they look good from a distance but disappear before we get up close to them . , I couldn't agree more . Do you have any habits such as smoking ? ," No , I rarely smoke . I don't drink , either . I only drink with my family on celebrations or with close friends . " " No , I rarely smoke . I don't drink , either . I only drink with my family on celebrations or with close friends . ", What kind of winter sport do you like best ? What kind of winter sport do you like best ? ," My favorite winter sport is skiing . In addition , I am keen on basketball . " " My favorite winter sport is skiing . In addition , I am keen on basketball . ", What do you like doing in your spare time ? What do you like doing in your spare time ? , I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health . I like doing aerobics in my spare time . It's good for my health . , Do you have any hobbies ? Do you have any hobbies ? ," Yes , I have . I collect stamps , Chinese stamps as well as those from other countries . " Is there anything I can do for you ? ," Yes , I'd like to buy a color TV . " " Yes , I'd like to buy a color TV . "," We carry products from three large manufacturers and some imported ones , too . Do you have a specific model in mind ? " " We carry products from three large manufacturers and some imported ones , too . Do you have a specific model in mind ? ", No . Which one do you recommend ? No . Which one do you recommend ? , This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture . This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture . ," Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set . " " Thank you , but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set . ", Which brand do you prefer ? Which brand do you prefer ? , Sky worth . Sky worth . ," OK . Come with me , please . " Tim's always bothering me . , Just tell him off . "It's a beautiful day , isn't it ? "," Yes , isn't it . " " Yes , isn't it . ", Do you now the temperature today ? Do you now the temperature today ? , It's beautiful 75 degrees . It's beautiful 75 degrees . , How nice . I hope the weather will stay like this for the whole week . I'm going on the canoe trip this weekend . How nice . I hope the weather will stay like this for the whole week . I'm going on the canoe trip this weekend . ," Not a good plan . The TV weather forecast says the hurricane is coming this weekend , and the temperature will also drop to 66 degrees . " " Not a good plan . The TV weather forecast says the hurricane is coming this weekend , and the temperature will also drop to 66 degrees . "," What a nuisance ! Every time I plan to go canoeing or camping , a storm comes along . The sky gets dark , the wind starts to howl and the temperature drops.Well , I'd better stay home . " " What a nuisance ! Every time I plan to go canoeing or camping , a storm comes along . The sky gets dark , the wind starts to howl and the temperature drops.Well , I'd better stay home . "," I never make any definite weekend plan until Friday morning . Then after listening to the weather temperature , I make my plans . " " I never make any definite weekend plan until Friday morning . Then after listening to the weather temperature , I make my plans . ", That's smart . I'm going to start doing the same thing . You ’ re all set to leave . , I can ’ t believe it . I can ’ t believe it . , What are your plans ? What are your plans ? , I plan on going back to school . I plan on going back to school . , What will your major be ? What will your major be ? ," I ’ m not sure yet , but I plan to do good things . " " I ’ m not sure yet , but I plan to do good things . "," You don ’ t have plans to end up back here , do you ? " " You don ’ t have plans to end up back here , do you ? ", I have no plans on being back . I have no plans on being back . , You don ’ t belong here . You don ’ t belong here . , That ’ s true . That ’ s true . , Good luck with your life . Good luck with your life . , I ’ m going to be fine . "Hi , Kerry . Did your husband make cooking for you ? "," Oh , please do not mention it any more . Last night he did it for the first time . " " Oh , please do not mention it any more . Last night he did it for the first time . ", Really ? Was it delicious ? Really ? Was it delicious ? , Forget it ! It was a bitter pill for me to swallow . Forget it ! It was a bitter pill for me to swallow . , It was the first time . You should not be so particular . It was the first time . You should not be so particular . ," Ha-ha . Last night , I only told him practice makes perfect . " " Ha-ha . Last night , I only told him practice makes perfect . "," It ’ s true . Nowadays , men are spending more and more time in the kitchen . " " It ’ s true . Nowadays , men are spending more and more time in the kitchen . "," Yeah , it will become a wider trend . " Excuse me . Could you tell me where the post office is ? ," Sure . If you get on this road and turn left at the second intersection , you'll see it on your right-hand side . " " Sure . If you get on this road and turn left at the second intersection , you'll see it on your right-hand side . ", Thank you so much for your assistance ! Thank you so much for your assistance ! , You are welcome . "I think it is easier to buy a car than to maintain it . What ’ s worse , I just don ’ t trust those vehicle maintenance shops . Sometimes , they overcharge or don ’ t build those parts I have been paying for . Last week , they even tried to persuade me to buy new parts which really need not to be changed . You know , my car is just half a year old and also good brand . I was just wondering about all these . "," There are such shops living on selling parts . I don ’ t like their service either . All they want is your money . But in the long run , they will be losing costumers . Anyway , car service business is new in China . We all have to control what they are doing . Otherwise , they will not improve . " " There are such shops living on selling parts . I don ’ t like their service either . All they want is your money . But in the long run , they will be losing costumers . Anyway , car service business is new in China . We all have to control what they are doing . Otherwise , they will not improve . ", Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ’ s someone gets rip-off . Is it possible to make a compliant call to some organization what it ’ s someone gets rip-off . ," Yes , there is . Those organizations exist . You always can call a lawyer if you need legal help . " Why aren ’ t they are aware of the gravity of the situation ? , Because they are rednecks . Can you help me set up my voicemail message ? I just got this service and I am not really sure what I am supposed to say . ," Sure ! You just basically gotta let the caller know who they called , and ask them for their contact information so you can call them back . " " Sure ! You just basically gotta let the caller know who they called , and ask them for their contact information so you can call them back . "," Ok , so can I say , "" This is Abby's voicemail . I will call you later , so leave me your name and number "" . " " Ok , so can I say , "" This is Abby's voicemail . I will call you later , so leave me your name and number "" . "," That's more or less the idea , but try something that sounds more friendly . " " That's more or less the idea , but try something that sounds more friendly . "," Ok , so how about this , "" This is Abby and I am really happy you called ! I promise I will give you a ring as soon as I can , so please leave me your name and number . Talk to you soon ! "" . " " Ok , so how about this , "" This is Abby and I am really happy you called ! I promise I will give you a ring as soon as I can , so please leave me your name and number . Talk to you soon ! "" . "," A little too friendly Abby . Just say this , "" Hi , you have reached Abby . I am unable to answer your call right now , but if you leave me your name and phone number , I will get back to you as soon as possible . Thanks "" . " " A little too friendly Abby . Just say this , "" Hi , you have reached Abby . I am unable to answer your call right now , but if you leave me your name and phone number , I will get back to you as soon as possible . Thanks "" . ", That's perfect ! Can you say that again and record it for me ? "Oh , dear ! which dress should I choose ? I can't make up my mind . Please help me . ", You know I don't know anything about fashion . You know I don't know anything about fashion . , Which dress do you like best ? Which dress do you like best ? ," Well , they are both all right . " " Well , they are both all right . ", Only all right ? Only all right ? ," Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them . " " Oh , no . I mean you look very nice in both of them . "," Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision . " " Mike , that's no help to me at all . I can't wear both of them at the same time . I want a decision . "," But after all , it is your decision , not mine . " " But after all , it is your decision , not mine . "," Oh , yes . The green dress is very smart . but I can't be sure if it goes with a hat . " I'm going to Ireland this summer . , Are you going to take your children along ? Are you going to take your children along ? ," No , I'd like to go alone . " " No , I'd like to go alone . ", Have a nice holiday ! "Jane , pleases come with us . "," I cannot dance , you know . I have't such a talent . " " I cannot dance , you know . I have't such a talent . "," Just for fun , not for showing . What do you worry about ? " " Just for fun , not for showing . What do you worry about ? ", Nothing . I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat . Nothing . I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat . , But ... OK . "You have always got your nose in the air , which hurts many boys ’ hearts . ", I am afraid not . I have no interest in them at all . Is this the right counter to check in for this flight ? , Can I have a look at your ticket ? Can I have a look at your ticket ? , Here you are . I have just come from downtown . Here you are . I have just come from downtown . , I am sorry.sir.Your plane has just taken off . I am sorry.sir.Your plane has just taken off . , Really ? What can I do now ? I can't miss the important meeting . Really ? What can I do now ? I can't miss the important meeting . , I am so sorry to hear that . Maybe you should go to the information counter over there . They can give you some advice . "Your English has really improved in the two months you've been here , too . ", Do you have to work late at the computer company again tonight ? Do you have to work late at the computer company again tonight ? ," No , I'm going to leave the office early today . My annual medical check-up is this afternoon . " " No , I'm going to leave the office early today . My annual medical check-up is this afternoon . ", How much longer will Mr . Schmidt be up in the mountains ? How much longer will Mr . Schmidt be up in the mountains ? , He's on a weeklong meditation retreat and won't be back until this weekend . "Ahem ... uh , sir , I beg your pardon ... Uh , mister , are you waiting to buy a ticket for the movie ? "," What's it look like , lady ? This is the ticket line I'm standing in , isn't it ? " " What's it look like , lady ? This is the ticket line I'm standing in , isn't it ? "," Well , yes , it is , but ... " " Well , yes , it is , but ... "," So , what's your beef anyway , lady ? " " So , what's your beef anyway , lady ? "," You just cut into line , in front of me and everyone else , that's what ! Go take your place back at the end of the line , like every - one else ! " " You just cut into line , in front of me and everyone else , that's what ! Go take your place back at the end of the line , like every - one else ! "," Oh sure , lady , and fat chance I'd get a ticket before they're sold out . I'm staying right here , understand ? So be a nice lady and butt out ! " " Oh sure , lady , and fat chance I'd get a ticket before they're sold out . I'm staying right here , understand ? So be a nice lady and butt out ! ", Just what gives you the right ... ? Just what gives you the right ... ? ," Because I'm no sucker ; only suckers go to the end of the line . It's as simple as that , lady . " " Because I'm no sucker ; only suckers go to the end of the line . It's as simple as that , lady . "," Well , you're no gentleman , either . " " Well , you're no gentleman , either . "," Okay , lady , just to show what a gentleman I really am , I'll let you go in front of me . Now , just buy your ticket and shut your trap , will you , lady ? " " Okay , lady , just to show what a gentleman I really am , I'll let you go in front of me . Now , just buy your ticket and shut your trap , will you , lady ? ", Whew ! I got the last one . This must be my lucky day ! Whew ! I got the last one . This must be my lucky day ! ," What was that you just said ? Last one ... ? Hey , they've closed the ticket window ! " " What was that you just said ? Last one ... ? Hey , they've closed the ticket window ! "," Yes , I'm afraid I bought the last ticket , and to think , if you hadn't been such a gentleman . . . " " Yes , I'm afraid I bought the last ticket , and to think , if you hadn't been such a gentleman . . . "," Lady ! This is unfair ! I've been cheated ! I was in line before you.That should have been my ticket ! Come on , hand it over , lady ! " " Lady ! This is unfair ! I've been cheated ! I was in line before you.That should have been my ticket ! Come on , hand it over , lady ! "," Gentleman ! Hah ! Fat chance ! Hah ! Eat your heart out , sucker ! Hah ! " Do you have a package tour to Hollywood ? ," Yes , here is the table , which plans do you like best ? " " Yes , here is the table , which plans do you like best ? ", The seven-days trip shall be fine . How much is this tour ? The seven-days trip shall be fine . How much is this tour ? , $ 300 . $ 300 . , We will take the trip . Could you give us a pamphlet ? We will take the trip . Could you give us a pamphlet ? , Here you are . I'm so excited ! We have two weeks off ! What are you going to do ? , I'm not sure . I guess I'll just stay at home . Maybe I'll catch up on my reading . What about you ? Any plans ? I'm not sure . I guess I'll just stay at home . Maybe I'll catch up on my reading . What about you ? Any plans ? ," Well , my parents have rented a condominium in Florida . I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming . " " Well , my parents have rented a condominium in Florida . I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimming . ", Sounds great ! Sounds great ! ," Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room . " " Say , why don't you come with us ? We have plenty of room . ", Do you mean it ? I'd love to ! Can you tell me the results of my home inspection ? ," Before I answer that , I want to make sure that you know what I was looking for . Are you clear on what I was looking for ? " " Before I answer that , I want to make sure that you know what I was looking for . Are you clear on what I was looking for ? ", I never had a home inspection before . I never had a home inspection before . , I inspect the home for problems that might not be all that apparent in a quick walk-through . I inspect the home for problems that might not be all that apparent in a quick walk-through . ," I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house . " " I asked the owners , and they said that everything was great with the house . "," The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future . " " The owners might not be aware of everything wrong with the house . Some things are hidden , but might still be a problem for you in the future . ", I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes . I heard that the owners must fix all of the problems before the escrow closes . ," I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems . " " I inform you of the problems . If there are major problems , you can decline to buy the house or they may wish to fix any problems . ", What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ? What kinds of things did you discover in my home inspection ? ," I found some fairly major problems . A major support beam in the roof is broken , and the shower floor leaked and rotted out the second-floor joist . " "Good evening , welcome to Rainbow Restaurant . May I take your coat , please ? "," Yes , thank you so much . " " Yes , thank you so much . ", Have you booked already ? Have you booked already ? ," Yes , my table is for 7 and it's near the window . " " Yes , my table is for 7 and it's near the window . "," OK , sir . I will show you your table . " "Excuse me , can you tell me the way to the Forbidden City , please ? "," Sure . Go straight on down this road , take the second left and then the first right . It ’ s next to Tiananmen Square . " " Sure . Go straight on down this road , take the second left and then the first right . It ’ s next to Tiananmen Square . ", Thanks . Thanks . , Don ’ t mention it . How do you like the play ? ," It is very dull , and the production isn't very satisfactory , either . " " It is very dull , and the production isn't very satisfactory , either . ", You're absolutely right . I think the acting could be better . You're absolutely right . I think the acting could be better . ," To be fair , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous . " " To be fair , both the costumes and scenery are marvelous . ", Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it . Maybe you're right . But I really don't like it . ," Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good . " " Well , we'd better go to a musical comedy next time . I think the one we saw last month was very good . "," Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety . " " Yes , they had constant changes of scene , and I love variety . "," Me , too . I hate to sit there and look at the same stage scenery one scene after another . " "Good afternoon , what can I do for you ? ", I want to draw some money from my current account . I want to draw some money from my current account . , How much do you want to draw ? How much do you want to draw ? ," Well , I want to draw out 4,000 yuan . " " Well , I want to draw out 4,000 yuan . ", OK ! Do you take your bank card or bankbook with you ? OK ! Do you take your bank card or bankbook with you ? , Yes ! Here is my bankbook . Yes ! Here is my bankbook . , OK . Please fill out this form first . OK . Please fill out this form first . , Yes . Do I need to sign my name here ? Yes . Do I need to sign my name here ? , Sure . How do you want it ? Sure . How do you want it ? ," Well , I want 1,000 yuan in traveler's checks and the rest in cash . " " Well , I want 1,000 yuan in traveler's checks and the rest in cash . ", All right . Here are the traveler's checks and money . All right . Here are the traveler's checks and money . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , Not at all . Do I have to write the invitation cards ? ," No , you don ’ t have to . But I think you ought to . " " No , you don ’ t have to . But I think you ought to . "," Oh , well . If I must , I must . " I hear that you've got a chance to go to Europe for a half-year training program . Is it true ? ," Yes , I'm leaving on the 14th of next month . " " Yes , I'm leaving on the 14th of next month . ", Congratulations ! How can you get such a good opportunity to be trained overseas ? Congratulations ! How can you get such a good opportunity to be trained overseas ? ," Actually , it is a policy in my company . The human resources management department has connections overseas this year , so we can receive training there . " " Actually , it is a policy in my company . The human resources management department has connections overseas this year , so we can receive training there . ", How nice ! But will you have to pay for the training ? How nice ! But will you have to pay for the training ? , No . The company pays for everything . Doesn't this sound very attractive ? This is why our company can always get the best employees ! I ’ ll show you around and explain the operation as we go along . , That ’ ll be most helpful . That ’ ll be most helpful . , That is our office block . We have all the administrative depart - ments there . Down there is the research and development section . That is our office block . We have all the administrative depart - ments there . Down there is the research and development section . , How much do you spend on development every year ? How much do you spend on development every year ? , About 3-4 % of the gross sales . About 3-4 % of the gross sales . , What ’ s that building opposite us ? What ’ s that building opposite us ? , That ’ s the warehouse . We keep a stock of the faster moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . That ’ s the warehouse . We keep a stock of the faster moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock . ," If I placed an order now , how long would it be before I got delivery ? " " If I placed an order now , how long would it be before I got delivery ? ", It would largely depend on the size of the order and the items you want . "Hey , Frank . I heard you got a new job . "," Yeah , Judy . I will be working for the Post Office . It ’ s not a bad job . " " Yeah , Judy . I will be working for the Post Office . It ’ s not a bad job . ", Is it true that you have a heavy work schedule ? Is it true that you have a heavy work schedule ? ," That ’ s right . I report to work at 5am everyday , and I only get 45 minutes for lunch . " " That ’ s right . I report to work at 5am everyday , and I only get 45 minutes for lunch . "," So , why did you apply for such a demanding job ? " " So , why did you apply for such a demanding job ? "," Well , the government offers its employees excellent health insurance benefits . " " Well , the government offers its employees excellent health insurance benefits . "," Oh , I see . And can your family utilize 5 the health insurance , too ? " " Oh , I see . And can your family utilize 5 the health insurance , too ? "," Yeah , that ’ s the best part . All of my children can get free medical care . " " Yeah , that ’ s the best part . All of my children can get free medical care . ", That ’ s a great employment benefit ! That ’ s a great employment benefit ! , Now you know why I wanted to work for the Post Office ! I really need a new pair of trousers . , Do you ? Do you ? ," Yes , I do . This one is very old now . " " Yes , I do . This one is very old now . ", They look all right to me . They look all right to me . , They ’ re not all right . They ’ re uncomfortable and they look terrible . They ’ re not all right . They ’ re uncomfortable and they look terrible . , All right . All right . "So Kevin , what is your type ? "," I like girls who like to have fun , and aren't too serious . " " I like girls who like to have fun , and aren't too serious . ", I agree . I like guys that can make me laugh . I agree . I like guys that can make me laugh . , That's true . Having a very serious boyfriend or girlfriend can be boring . Thank you very much for telling me all these things about the college . , Don't mention it . Don't mention it . , It's my greatest pleasure to have met you.See you around . It's my greatest pleasure to have met you.See you around . , See you . Here's the dress you wanted to be made . ," Oh , dear ! " " Oh , dear ! ", What's the matter ? What's the matter ? , It's not what I asked for . It's not what I asked for . , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it . It's not the right material . Or the right color . I can't possibly accept it . , This is a pity ! For the 100th anniversary of the opening of the library we are going to have a party . , That's a wonderful way to celebrate this grand old library ! That's a wonderful way to celebrate this grand old library ! , I hoped you would be willing to brainstorm with me for party ideas . I hoped you would be willing to brainstorm with me for party ideas . , That is right up my alley . You say party and I'm there . That is right up my alley . You say party and I'm there . , Perfect . It will be open to the public and we anticipate roughly about five to seven hundred people . Perfect . It will be open to the public and we anticipate roughly about five to seven hundred people . , Will it be an all day event ? Will it be an all day event ? , Yes . And we checked with the city and we have permission to use the park adjacent to the library . Yes . And we checked with the city and we have permission to use the park adjacent to the library . , That was quick thinking . I'd like to have the film developed . , For color prints ? For color prints ? , Yes . When can I get it back ? I can't wait to see the photos . Yes . When can I get it back ? I can't wait to see the photos . , About three days . About three days . ," Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative . " " Fine , I'd like two enlargements from this negative . ", Here's your receipt . "Would you like to take a look at the menu , sir ? ", Yes . Thank you . Yes . Thank you . , Would you care for a drink before you order ? Would you care for a drink before you order ? , A glass of Qingdao beer . A glass of Qingdao beer . ," Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ? " " Yes , sir . I'll bring it over . Have you decided what you'd like , sir ? ", Will you make some recommendation ? How about your interview ? , They turned me down . They turned me down . , Why ? You are so excellent . Why ? You are so excellent . , I think the only reason is that I was too nervous during the interview and I couldn't express myself the way I wanted to . I think the only reason is that I was too nervous during the interview and I couldn't express myself the way I wanted to . , What a shame ! You should have showed yourself to them ! What a shame ! You should have showed yourself to them ! , It doesn't matter . I'll try other companies . It doesn't matter . I'll try other companies . , I suggest you hunt for a job on the Internet . I suggest you hunt for a job on the Internet . , On the Internet ? I've never heard of it . On the Internet ? I've never heard of it . , It's very convenient and it has become popular recently . It's very convenient and it has become popular recently . , Is that safe ? Is that safe ? ," Of course , if you log on some standard websites . " " Of course , if you log on some standard websites . ", Thank you for your advice . I'll have a try . Hello . I want to reconfirm our flight to London . ," Yes , sir . Did you call the airline ? " " Yes , sir . Did you call the airline ? "," Yes , I did . But I couldn't communicate with them in English.They speak only Spanish.So I need your help . " " Yes , I did . But I couldn't communicate with them in English.They speak only Spanish.So I need your help . "," Certainly , sir . What is the flight number and when are you leaving ? " " Certainly , sir . What is the flight number and when are you leaving ? ", We are taking IB 385 to London tomorrow at 1 p . m . We are taking IB 385 to London tomorrow at 1 p . m . ," Oh , I see , sir . We have the airline office inside the hotel . They have an English-speaking staff . Just dial 35 , please . " I would like to exchange this dress . , You can exchange this dress with anything of the same value . You can exchange this dress with anything of the same value . , Is there anything on sale today ? Is there anything on sale today ? , I'm sorry . There are no sales today . I'm sorry . There are no sales today . , Are dresses going to be on sale ? Are dresses going to be on sale ? , Everything's going to be on sale next weekend . Everything's going to be on sale next weekend . , That's great . I'll wait . See you next weekend . That's great . I'll wait . See you next weekend . , Okay . I'll see you then . I'm looking forward to summer vacation . , Me too . Hi ! Fiona ? I almost didn't recognize you . You are much thinner since I last saw you . , Yes . I have lost about ten kilos . Yes . I have lost about ten kilos . , How did you do it ? How did you do it ? , I am on a diet . And I do more exercise regularly . I am on a diet . And I do more exercise regularly . , What's the secret then ? What's the secret then ? , It lies in perseverance . It lies in perseverance . , Well . It's hard for me . I can't keep doing exercise . Well . It's hard for me . I can't keep doing exercise . , You should have a try . "Julia , Julia , Julia . My daring Julia , what's wrong with you ? "," Steven , are you talking to me ? " " Steven , are you talking to me ? "," Yes , I have called you three times . What makes you in a daze ? " " Yes , I have called you three times . What makes you in a daze ? ", I was thinking about the accident I saw in the morning . I was petrified when two cars collided . I witnessed the traffic accident . I was thinking about the accident I saw in the morning . I was petrified when two cars collided . I witnessed the traffic accident . , Did someone get hurt ? Did someone get hurt ? , A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too . A driver died instantly . The other one was badly hurt . A poor boy called Peter was killed in the accident too . , What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ? What a terrible accident ! Who should be responsible for this traffic accident ? ," I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk . " " I think both . They drove too fast . What's worse , one of them was drunk . ", Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ? Why do some guys like to drive so fast when they are drunk ? , I don ’ t understand . Maybe they feel they are okay and driving fast seems very cool . "Were you born in the U . S . , Melissa ? "," No , I wasn't . I came here in 1992 . " " No , I wasn't . I came here in 1992 . ", How old were you ? How old were you ? , I was seventeen . I was seventeen . ," So , did you go to college right away ? " " So , did you go to college right away ? "," No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first . " " No , because my English wasn't very good . I studied English for two years first . "," Wow , your English is really fluent now . " " Wow , your English is really fluent now . "," Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too . " " Thanks . Your English is pretty good , too . "," Yeah , but I was born here ! ! " Hi ! I see you are having fun with your new computer and internet connection . , There ’ s so much I want to do . I ’ Ve just finished sending lots of emails to friends and family all over the world . I just ran a search for music to download . There ’ s so much I want to do . I ’ Ve just finished sending lots of emails to friends and family all over the world . I just ran a search for music to download . , I can give you the name of a few useful website to visit . I can give you the name of a few useful website to visit . , Thanks . That would be very helpful . I ’ Ve discovered that it can take a long time to find exactly what you want . There ’ s too much information on the net . Thanks . That would be very helpful . I ’ Ve discovered that it can take a long time to find exactly what you want . There ’ s too much information on the net . ," When you sent your emails , did you attach any files to them ? " " When you sent your emails , did you attach any files to them ? "," Yes , I did . There ’ s an anti-virus program with my email account that scans all attachments , so I ’ m sure I haven ’ t sent anything nasty to anyone . " " Yes , I did . There ’ s an anti-virus program with my email account that scans all attachments , so I ’ m sure I haven ’ t sent anything nasty to anyone . "," When you use the internet , be careful not to give out your email address very often . If you do , you might get a lot of spam-unwanted email from companies trying to sell you things . " " When you use the internet , be careful not to give out your email address very often . If you do , you might get a lot of spam-unwanted email from companies trying to sell you things . "," That ’ s good advice . I should also be careful about giving out confidential information about myself , such as my password and credit car number . " " That ’ s good advice . I should also be careful about giving out confidential information about myself , such as my password and credit car number . ", That ’ s right . Another thing to remember when you are surfing is that you can add a web page to your list of favourites . Your computer will remember the page and you can return there quickly next time you want to visit . That ’ s right . Another thing to remember when you are surfing is that you can add a web page to your list of favourites . Your computer will remember the page and you can return there quickly next time you want to visit . , How do I do that ? How do I do that ? ," Take this web page for example . Press the keys “ control ” and “ d ” together . Click on “ favourites ” at the top of the screen . There you are . It has been added to you favourites list . If you click it , you will automatically go to that web page again . " " Take this web page for example . Press the keys “ control ” and “ d ” together . Click on “ favourites ” at the top of the screen . There you are . It has been added to you favourites list . If you click it , you will automatically go to that web page again . ", That ’ s useful to know . Thanks . I ’ ll just log off and shout down my computer and we can go for a coffee . I ’ m so excited about Chinese New Year ! When do I get to visit Grandma ? Grandma makes the best dumplings in the world ! ," Ha ha , right . Sounds to me like you ’ re more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma . " " Ha ha , right . Sounds to me like you ’ re more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma . "," Of course I miss Grandma , too . I bet she ’ s gonna teach me how to play Mahjong ! Hey , Dad , are you going to buy me firecrackers this year ? We ’ re going to have the best fireworks ! I ’ m really looking forward to lighting them ! " " Of course I miss Grandma , too . I bet she ’ s gonna teach me how to play Mahjong ! Hey , Dad , are you going to buy me firecrackers this year ? We ’ re going to have the best fireworks ! I ’ m really looking forward to lighting them ! "," Son , firecrackers aren ’ t toys.they ’ re dangerous ! " " Son , firecrackers aren ’ t toys.they ’ re dangerous ! "," No , fireworks are awesome ! " " No , fireworks are awesome ! "," Whoa , don ’ t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ? " " Whoa , don ’ t you remember ? Last year when I set off the firecrackers , you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother ? ", I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ’ s all . I was scared because ... because I saw a bug . That ’ s all . , Ahahah ... really ? Ahahah ... really ? ," Oh , and I can ’ t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ? " " Oh , and I can ’ t wait to watch the dragon dance ! Dad , can I sit on your shoulders this time ? "," Hey , I offered last year ... " " Hey , I offered last year ... "," Well , I ... anyways , I was just thinking of the red envelopes . I wanna make a list of all the things I ’ m gonna buy with my red envelope money ! I can ’ t wait ! I ’ m gonna have so much money ! Mom , can I get a pen and a piece of paper ? I want a new transformer , no , two transformers ... the Optimums Prime , and ... maybe the wheeljack ? I ’ ll get a PSP game , ahahah , and I ’ ll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald ’ s ... " What may I do for you ? , I need to get a passport . I need to get a passport . , You will need to apply for one . You will need to apply for one . , When will I be able to do that ? When will I be able to do that ? ," You can do it right now , if you ’ d like . " " You can do it right now , if you ’ d like . ", That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , Please fill out this application . Please fill out this application . , Then what do I do ? Then what do I do ? , I just need to take your picture . I just need to take your picture . , How long will it take for my passport to be ready ? How long will it take for my passport to be ready ? , You will get it in a few weeks . You will get it in a few weeks . , That ’ s perfect . Welcome . How can we be of service today ? ," Hello . My aunt in the US has sent me $ 500 . She sent it yesterday , using the standard service . It's my birthday today , you see . " " Hello . My aunt in the US has sent me $ 500 . She sent it yesterday , using the standard service . It's my birthday today , you see . "," Well , happy birthday . If it was sent yesterday using the usual service , it should be here already . You do have an account with us , right ? " " Well , happy birthday . If it was sent yesterday using the usual service , it should be here already . You do have an account with us , right ? ", Yes . Here's my card . Do you need my ID ? Yes . Here's my card . Do you need my ID ? , Please . Just to double check all the details . Please . Just to double check all the details . , There you go . "Hello , miss . Check out please . "," OK , may I have your key ? " " OK , may I have your key ? "," Sure , here you are . " " Sure , here you are . ", Was everything satisfactory ? Was everything satisfactory ? , Yes . I enjoy my stay here . Yes . I enjoy my stay here . ," You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 . " " You have stayed here for 3 nights , that's $ 230 . ", Here is the money . Excuse me . May I see that laptop for a moment ? , Sure . You mean this one ? Sure . You mean this one ? ," No , the one on the left . Yes , that ′ s the one . ... Thank you . " " No , the one on the left . Yes , that ′ s the one . ... Thank you . "," It ′ s a state-of-the-art piece of equipment , sir . With a gigantic 16.1 USGA TFT screen , 2.8 Ghz mobile processor , generous 512 MB RAM , removable 80 GB hard drive , convenient CD-RW / DVD combo drive , stunning fast graphics board with 64 MB DDR DRAM , dual battery capability , integrated Fast Ethernet card , IEEE 1394 digital interface and eight USB ports , it has all the power of a desktop computer packed into an ultra-slim notebook ! " " It ′ s a state-of-the-art piece of equipment , sir . With a gigantic 16.1 USGA TFT screen , 2.8 Ghz mobile processor , generous 512 MB RAM , removable 80 GB hard drive , convenient CD-RW / DVD combo drive , stunning fast graphics board with 64 MB DDR DRAM , dual battery capability , integrated Fast Ethernet card , IEEE 1394 digital interface and eight USB ports , it has all the power of a desktop computer packed into an ultra-slim notebook ! ", That ′ s impressive ! What ′ s the sale price ? That ′ s impressive ! What ′ s the sale price ? ," The regular price is $ 2980.00 , but until December the 31st it ′ s on sale for just $ 2,699 . 00 . " "Do you know Yahoo Greetings , Edgar ? ", Sure . It's a popular e-card website . Sure . It's a popular e-card website . , Can you tell me how to send one on it ? Can you tell me how to send one on it ? , Okay . Did you get the Yahoo ID ? Okay . Did you get the Yahoo ID ? , ID ? What's that ? ID ? What's that ? ," I mean , you must register first before you send a card . " " I mean , you must register first before you send a card . ", Oh . I see . But I have done it . Oh . I see . But I have done it . ," Ok . Choose the card which you like best , and fill in the following blanks with both your and your friend's names and e-mail addresses . " " Ok . Choose the card which you like best , and fill in the following blanks with both your and your friend's names and e-mail addresses . ", Is that all ? Is that all ? , Don't forget to send . Don't forget to send . , Oh . I see . Thanks . "We've settled price , order , payment , now I am calling to ask about package . How can we pack the goods ? "," As a rule , we use cardboard boxes for outer packing . Besides , I would like to make it clear that each piece of computer will be dismantled into several parts before shipment . " " As a rule , we use cardboard boxes for outer packing . Besides , I would like to make it clear that each piece of computer will be dismantled into several parts before shipment . ", Do you mean that we are responsible for putting them together ? Do you mean that we are responsible for putting them together ? ," Yes . As you know , that's the common practice for exporting computer . This can avoid some damages on computers in the process of transportation . " " Yes . As you know , that's the common practice for exporting computer . This can avoid some damages on computers in the process of transportation . ", I see . Why not use wooden cases ? I see . Why not use wooden cases ? ," If you prefer wooden cases , we will provide them . But cardboard boxes are light , less expensive , and more convenient to handle in the course of packing and unpacking . " " If you prefer wooden cases , we will provide them . But cardboard boxes are light , less expensive , and more convenient to handle in the course of packing and unpacking . "," Oh , I know . Does it mean that shipment will have to be delayed if I insist on using wooden cases ? " " Oh , I know . Does it mean that shipment will have to be delayed if I insist on using wooden cases ? "," Perhaps . That will be more complicated , if we use wooden boxes . " " Perhaps . That will be more complicated , if we use wooden boxes . ", Then you may use cardboard boxes for outer packing so long as you can guarantee the safety of the computers . Then you may use cardboard boxes for outer packing so long as you can guarantee the safety of the computers . ," That is guaranteed . Each box is lined with foam plastic in order to prevent damage by air , water or stress . Besides , cardboard boxes will be secured together on wood pallets by overall metal strapping . " " That is guaranteed . Each box is lined with foam plastic in order to prevent damage by air , water or stress . Besides , cardboard boxes will be secured together on wood pallets by overall metal strapping . ", Sounds good . Is that girl your girlfriend ? ," No , it's not . " " No , it's not . ", She doesn't look like our classmate . She doesn't look like our classmate . , Don't mistake her as somebody . She ' s my older sister . Don't mistake her as somebody . She ' s my older sister . ," Really , she's so pretty . " "Hi , where have you been ? ", I was away for my vacation . I was away for my vacation . ," Oh , how was it ? " " Oh , how was it ? ", Good . I wish I could have another vacation . "Good morning , sir . Welcome to Flower Hotel . ", Thank you . Thank you . , How many pieces of baggage do you have ? How many pieces of baggage do you have ? , Three . Would you please help us take them to the hall ? Three . Would you please help us take them to the hall ? ," Surely , of course . " "Doctor , I feel much better now . Will I be albe to go home some time this week ? ", That's good to hear . You've had an ideal recovery from your operation . We're going to send you home tomorrow . That's good to hear . You've had an ideal recovery from your operation . We're going to send you home tomorrow . , Do you think I can get back to work very soon ? Do you think I can get back to work very soon ? , Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks . Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks . , Is there anything I should do ? Is there anything I should do ? , You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while . You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol . Give up smoking at least a little while . , Should I take some medicine ? Should I take some medicine ? ," Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please . " " Yes . I'm going to give you some . Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the outpatient department for a consultation in two weeks , please . ", It's very kind of you . It's very kind of you . , You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery . Goodbye . My TV hasn't got a clear picture recently.How ' s yours ? , It's OK . I can always get a clear picture on it . It's OK . I can always get a clear picture on it . , I think something is wrong with mine . I think something is wrong with mine . , You'd better have it fixed . That's two for me and one for you . , That's not fair ! I got a raise . , I'm glad to hear that . Here are the plans for the new finished goods warehouse . Do you have any thoughts or comments ? ," I think the plans look good . There's just one thing though , I'm a bit concerned about the main lorry entrance . What's the height clearance ? " " I think the plans look good . There's just one thing though , I'm a bit concerned about the main lorry entrance . What's the height clearance ? ", Let me check . It's 3.80 m . Let me check . It's 3.80 m . , Are you sure that's high enough ? Are you sure that's high enough ? , That's a good point . I'll make a note to increase it to 4.80 to make sure we can accept the new containers . "May I see you around 10 o'clock tomorrow morning , please ? "," Certainly . Come to my office at ten ten . Be prompt , please . I've another appointment at 11 . " " Certainly . Come to my office at ten ten . Be prompt , please . I've another appointment at 11 . ", Don't worry . I'll be there right on time . Thank you for your letter . , Is your waist any better ? Is your waist any better ? ," Yes , I ’ m feeling very well these days . " " Yes , I ’ m feeling very well these days . ", I ’ m glad you are getting better . I ’ m glad you are getting better . , And I was glad to receive your letter . And I was glad to receive your letter . , Then when will you be back again ? Then when will you be back again ? , I will be back again next Wednesday . I will be back again next Wednesday . , I hope to see you at that time again . Bye . I hope to see you at that time again . Bye . , Bye . Here's a model of our latest design . What do you think of it ? ," Well , I'm not too happy about it . " " Well , I'm not too happy about it . ", What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? ," Well , I'm afraid it's not at all what I wanted . You haven't really followed my instructions.It ' ll have to be done again . " " Well , I'm afraid it's not at all what I wanted . You haven't really followed my instructions.It ' ll have to be done again . "," Oh , dear ! " You seem to be very hesitant about doing things . , I don't know why I cannot take a step forward . I don't know why I cannot take a step forward . ," You are meeting trouble halfway , I guess . " " You are meeting trouble halfway , I guess . ", Many things are troubling me . I don't know whether I should come and go . Many things are troubling me . I don't know whether I should come and go . , That's where the shoe pinches . "Harry , do you like the opera ? "," No , not really . " " No , not really . ", Why is that ? It is called real art . Why is that ? It is called real art . ," Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves . " " Well , it's very expensive and they're usually singing in another language . That kind of gets on my nerves . "," Yeah , that makes sense . " Has someone already helped you ? ," No , not yet . I'd like to buy a teapot . " " No , not yet . I'd like to buy a teapot . ", Which do you like best ? Which do you like best ? , That colored one is very beautiful . It may suit my furniture . How much do you ask for it ? That colored one is very beautiful . It may suit my furniture . How much do you ask for it ? , 360 yuan . 360 yuan . ," Show it to me , Please . Can you get me another ? It's scratched a little bit here . " " Show it to me , Please . Can you get me another ? It's scratched a little bit here . "," Sorry , sir . This is the last one we have in stock . " " Sorry , sir . This is the last one we have in stock . ", I do like it . Can you come down a bit ? I do like it . Can you come down a bit ? , I can give you a 10 % discount . I can give you a 10 % discount . , That's still too much . Can you lower the price further ? That's still too much . Can you lower the price further ? , I'm afraid that's the best we can do . I'm afraid that's the best we can do . ," If so , I'd better try another store . " Would you like something to drink ? ," Yes , do you have a wine list ? " " Yes , do you have a wine list ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Bring us a bottle of Remy Martini and red wine . Bring us a bottle of Remy Martini and red wine . , Wait a moment . That's good to know . We'll watch for crazy drivers . ," Hey , guys . Ready for a pick-up game of touch football ? " " Hey , guys . Ready for a pick-up game of touch football ? ", Football ? Sounds dangerous . Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader . Football ? Sounds dangerous . Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader . ," C'mon , Yi-jun . It's lots of fun . You've seen football played on TV . " " C'mon , Yi-jun . It's lots of fun . You've seen football played on TV . "," Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled . " " Uh , yeah . And I've seen guys in pads tackled . We have no pads . I don't want to be tackled . ", There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play . There's barely any contact in touch football . People just tag you to stop the play . ," OK , but they better tag lightly ! " Why do you look so sad ? , I ’ m in pretty bad shape . I am having an allergy all the time . I ’ m in pretty bad shape . I am having an allergy all the time . , Why not go and see a doctor ? Why not go and see a doctor ? , I never trust those stupid doctors . "Well , do you have any experience in guiding ? "," Yes , but I only have few experiences . I guided a few groups of foreign tourists from America last winter vacation . I showed them around some places of interest . " " Yes , but I only have few experiences . I guided a few groups of foreign tourists from America last winter vacation . I showed them around some places of interest . ", What places of interest did you show them ? What places of interest did you show them ? ," Too many . I will just give you one example , Huangguoshu Falls , the largest waler-fall in China . " "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? ", Good morning . I'd like to pay my bill . Good morning . I'd like to pay my bill . , OK . In cash or by credit ? OK . In cash or by credit ? , In cash . How much is the total charge ? In cash . How much is the total charge ? , Five hundred and thirty yuan altogether including charges for service . Five hundred and thirty yuan altogether including charges for service . , Here you are . Thanks for your wonderful service . Here you are . Thanks for your wonderful service . , Not at all . Welcome again . Good Morning Ann . , Good Morning Mr Jones . Good Morning Mr Jones . , How about a cup of coffee ? How about a cup of coffee ? , I will make it now . I will make it now . , And can you tell me what meetings I have this week ? And can you tell me what meetings I have this week ? , I will bring the diary . I will bring the diary . ," Okay , this afternoon you have a meeting with your accountant at 5 pm . " " Okay , this afternoon you have a meeting with your accountant at 5 pm . "," On Wednesday , you are going to London . Don't forget your train leaves at 9.30 am . " " On Wednesday , you are going to London . Don't forget your train leaves at 9.30 am . "," Okay , what time is my meeting in London ? " " Okay , what time is my meeting in London ? ", At 11.30 . And on Thursday Ms Von wants to talk to you . At 11.30 . And on Thursday Ms Von wants to talk to you . , Who is Ms Von ? Who is Ms Von ? , She is our new project manager . She starts next week . I think I may rent this apartment from you . , That would be wonderful . That would be wonderful . , Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent ? Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent ? , The rent is $ 1050 every month . The rent is $ 1050 every month . , That ’ s way too much . That ’ s way too much . , What is good for you ? What is good for you ? , I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent . I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent . , That ’ s not high enough . That ’ s not high enough . , How much more are you thinking ? How much more are you thinking ? , I can let it go at $ 900 a month . I can let it go at $ 900 a month . , That ’ s almost perfect . That ’ s almost perfect . , I can live with that too . Mom ! , What are you doing ? What are you doing ? , I'm playing with my new jump rope ! Watch this ! I'm playing with my new jump rope ! Watch this ! ," You are sick , young lady . Get back in bed ! I called you in sick today , so you're going to lie down and fight that flu ! " " You are sick , young lady . Get back in bed ! I called you in sick today , so you're going to lie down and fight that flu ! ", But I feel better . But I feel better . ," Then maybe you should go to school . If you're feeling so much better , you'll ace that English test , right ? " " Then maybe you should go to school . If you're feeling so much better , you'll ace that English test , right ? ", OK . I get it . I'm getting back into bed ... Shall I get you another cup of coffee ? ," Yes , please . That is very kind of you . " " Yes , please . That is very kind of you . ", Shall I make more sandwiches ? Shall I make more sandwiches ? ," No , thanks . I ’ Ve had plenty . " "my mp3 player is broken , so I want to change it for an mp4 player . Can you offer any advice about which brand and model to buy ? ", an mp4 player ? why don't you buy a new cell phone ? You can find an mp4 player inside any of the latest cell phones . an mp4 player ? why don't you buy a new cell phone ? You can find an mp4 player inside any of the latest cell phones . ," Oh , that's a good idea . Perhaps I should have a try . " " Oh , that's a good idea . Perhaps I should have a try . "," look at my cell phone . I can listen to music , watch movies , take pictures , play games , surf the web and download documents . It's just like a PAD . " " look at my cell phone . I can listen to music , watch movies , take pictures , play games , surf the web and download documents . It's just like a PAD . "," that's cool . I can use the computer and the internet pretty well , but I'm a little bit slow in the latest trends of digital products . " " that's cool . I can use the computer and the internet pretty well , but I'm a little bit slow in the latest trends of digital products . "," that's Ok . you know , digital devices are becoming smaller and easier to carry , and they won't cost you too much . " " that's Ok . you know , digital devices are becoming smaller and easier to carry , and they won't cost you too much . "," yeah , if I buy a cell phone like this , I don't have to take a music player everywhere I go , and I can save the cost of buying an extra mp4 . " " yeah , if I buy a cell phone like this , I don't have to take a music player everywhere I go , and I can save the cost of buying an extra mp4 . ", that's right . what's the flash memory of your old mp3 ? that's right . what's the flash memory of your old mp3 ? , 256MB . 256MB . , then any cell phone can meet your need because they generally have memories of over 512MB . "I'm getting so paunchy that I'm afraid I have to buy a new belt to-morrow , and I think I must go on a diet . "," You are just a little bit chubby , not paunchy . " " You are just a little bit chubby , not paunchy . "," You know , I'm a compulsive overeater . I got to watch what I eat . " " You know , I'm a compulsive overeater . I got to watch what I eat . ", More physical exercise may help to keep your weight down . More physical exercise may help to keep your weight down . , You said it . There have been too many unplanned shutdowns over the past few months . We'll have to make a few changes to the way we operate . We need to reduce our downtime . ," I agree , but the maintenance team is fully stretched dealing with problems . We don't have time to carry out any preventive maintenance . " " I agree , but the maintenance team is fully stretched dealing with problems . We don't have time to carry out any preventive maintenance . ", We need to establish routine maintenance procedures . It costs us too much in lost production if we wait until something breaks down before we fix it . It is high time you have a talk with him . That may help clear the mists . ," I did , but he gives me a runaround . " " I did , but he gives me a runaround . "," If I were you , I would put the whole matter on the table . " " If I were you , I would put the whole matter on the table . ", But he was trying to beat about the bush . And my talk with him was fruitless . "so , are you enjoying the performance so far ? "," well , the costumes and the set are marvellous , but the acting is a bit stiff . What do you think ? " " well , the costumes and the set are marvellous , but the acting is a bit stiff . What do you think ? "," I think you're being a little critical . The actor in the lead role is fantastic . I suppose the chorus could be a bit better , though . " " I think you're being a little critical . The actor in the lead role is fantastic . I suppose the chorus could be a bit better , though . ", do you know anyone in the play ? do you know anyone in the play ? ," actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine . " " actually , the woman playing Ophelia is a past classmate of mine . ", really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ? really ? Is that why you wanted to come to the play ? , that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great . that's only part of it . I absolutely adore this director . Every play he works on turns out great . , so you've seen other plays that he's directed ? so you've seen other plays that he's directed ? ," quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ? " " quite a few actually . By the way , after the play , there's always a big party for the cast and their friends . My friend has invited us . Do you want to go ? "," sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ? " " sure , I'd love to meet the cast ! Have you ever been in a play ? "," I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school . " " I've never had a part in a play before , but I used to be a part of the stage crew in high school . ", what did you do ? what did you do ? , I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ? I helped build the sets and find props for the plays . What about you ? ," I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much . " " I once helped out with costumes , but I didn't enjoy it very much . ", why not ? why not ? , I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat . I spent over three weeks sewing sequins on a coat . ," that sounds kind of boring . Oh , look . They're dimming the lights . I think we should get back to our seats for the second half of the play . " Come on in . I am so glad you are here . We have been expecting you . , Am I late for the party ? Looks everyone is already here . Hope I didn ’ t miss something interesting . Am I late for the party ? Looks everyone is already here . Hope I didn ’ t miss something interesting . ," No , you are just on time . We haven ’ t really started yet . " " No , you are just on time . We haven ’ t really started yet . "," Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment . " " Great , here are some flowers for you . I hope you like them . I was not sure if the color will suit your new apartment . "," Thank you , they ’ re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ? " " Thank you , they ’ re beautiful . You can hang your coat over there . Try this new couch , it is so comfortable . You will love it . Want something to drink , tea , coffee , juice or Cola ? ", Don ’ t bother . I will help myself . Don ’ t bother . I will help myself . , Make yourself at home . Make yourself at home . , It is such a nice place . It is such a nice place . ," Well , I don ’ t mean to boast but all the designs are done by myself and some colleagues are already trying to copy some of them for their new apartments . Look , they are making photos now of my designed kitchen . " What are you and Corey doing for Valentine ’ s Day this Friday ? , Probably nothing . Probably nothing . , You have to do something romantic . You have to do something romantic . , Romantic ? I can ’ t remember what that word means . Romantic ? I can ’ t remember what that word means . ," Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time ! " " Well , you have three kids , so you knew what it meant once upon a time ! "," Ha , ha ! Those days are long gone . " "Thank you for your application , Mr . Sweeney . Mr . Jacobs would like to set up an interview for early next week . Do you have time ? "," Yes , ma ’ am . I could come in any day next week , except for Friday morning . " " Yes , ma ’ am . I could come in any day next week , except for Friday morning . ", Fine . Let me take a look at his schedule . He ’ s free on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 . Could you come in then ? Fine . Let me take a look at his schedule . He ’ s free on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 . Could you come in then ? , Yes . That would be fine . What do people usually do on Saint Valentine's Day ? ," On that day , boys are supposed to give roses to their sweethearts . " " On that day , boys are supposed to give roses to their sweethearts . ", What will the girls do ? What will the girls do ? , They give chocolate in return . Have you ever been shopping at Whole Foods ? ," No , I haven't . Is the food good there ? " " No , I haven't . Is the food good there ? ", They have the freshest foods there . They have the freshest foods there . , I usually shop at Sons . I usually shop at Sons . ," I used to shop there , but I find the food at Whole Foods to be a lot better . " " I used to shop there , but I find the food at Whole Foods to be a lot better . ", What's the problem with Sons ? What's the problem with Sons ? , They don't have a lot of organic foods there . They don't have a lot of organic foods there . , Is there a big selection of organic foods at Whole Foods ? Is there a big selection of organic foods at Whole Foods ? , They have lots of healthier food at Whole Foods . They have lots of healthier food at Whole Foods . ," I haven't been shopping there , but maybe I'll try it sometime . " " I haven't been shopping there , but maybe I'll try it sometime . "," Whole Foods is way better than Sons , trust me . " " Whole Foods is way better than Sons , trust me . ", I'll take your word for it . What's your schedule like this year ? , Pretty busy . I have to pick up a lot of credits this year . Pretty busy . I have to pick up a lot of credits this year . , What's your major ? What's your major ? , I ’ m majoring in French literature . I ’ m majoring in French literature . ," Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long . " " Oh , don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry ? It's really difficult . I hear the students in that class have to write a paper a hundred pages long . ", That's right . We got the assignment last week . That's right . We got the assignment last week . , When is it due ? When is it due ? , Next Monday . Next Monday . , Remind me never to sign up for that course . "Miss Sun , could you please type this report for me ? "," Certainly , Mr . Baker . " " Certainly , Mr . Baker . ", Could you please double space it so I can make corrections ? Could you please double space it so I can make corrections ? ," Yes , I will . Do you need it finished right away ? " " Yes , I will . Do you need it finished right away ? ", No . This afternoon will be fine . "I will never forget Linda . After all , she was my first lover . ", I think you ’ ll lay it to rest with the time flying . I think you ’ ll lay it to rest with the time flying . , I remember that someone says that it is difficult to forget the people who don ’ t want to forget . I remember that someone says that it is difficult to forget the people who don ’ t want to forget . , But I think time can change everything . "Well , Mike , nowadays there's much talk about nanometer . But what on earth is it ? "," Nanometer is a length scale . It's one billionth of a meter , roughly ten times the size of an individual atom . " " Nanometer is a length scale . It's one billionth of a meter , roughly ten times the size of an individual atom . "," Hmm ... it's hard to figure out the exact size , I'm afraid . " " Hmm ... it's hard to figure out the exact size , I'm afraid . "," Well , let's make it this way . For comparison , 10 NM is 1000 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair . There are as many nanometers in an inch as there are inches in 400 miles . " " Well , let's make it this way . For comparison , 10 NM is 1000 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair . There are as many nanometers in an inch as there are inches in 400 miles . ", I see.Thank you . do you want to go out for dinner tonight ? , sure . Have you got anywhere in mind ? sure . Have you got anywhere in mind ? ," I'm starving , so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions . " " I'm starving , so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions . ", that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions . Do you want to go there ? that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions . Do you want to go there ? ," I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy . " " I'm not really in the mood for Italian , actually . I was thinking of something a bit spicy . "," if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ? " " if you want spicy food , then I'd recommend going to a Thai , Indian or Chinese restaurant . How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road ? "," I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy . " " I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there . But , they've westernized their food , so it's not actually that spicy . ", you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us . you're right . Most of their dishes have sweet sauces . We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us . ," the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food . " " the Taj ? They're a bit expensive , but they do serve large portions of very hot food . ", the Taj it is then . the Taj it is then . , shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ? shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money ? , they'll still charge us a corkage fee . they'll still charge us a corkage fee . , that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway . that's right . It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway . , don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight . don't worry about money . I'll treat you tonight . , are you sure ? We could go Dutch . are you sure ? We could go Dutch . ," no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time . " " no , I'll pay . It's my turn anyway . You paid last time . ", I won't argue with that ! Let's go ! I'm calling to cancel a reservation I made earlier in the week . ," To cancel your reservation , I need your name , phone number , and date of trip , please . " " To cancel your reservation , I need your name , phone number , and date of trip , please . "," Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 . My reservation begins on the second Monday of April . " " Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 . My reservation begins on the second Monday of April . "," I see your reservation on my computer . Let me just cancel it , and you'll be all set ! " " I see your reservation on my computer . Let me just cancel it , and you'll be all set ! ", Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home . Thanks . I'll call again when things get better at home . , You're welcome . What can I help you with today ? , I have a problem . I have a problem . , What is the problem ? What is the problem ? , I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced . I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced . , Do you have enough money in your account ? Do you have enough money in your account ? , I think so . I think so . , Let me check that for you right now . Let me check that for you right now . , Okay . Thank you . Okay . Thank you . , Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account . Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account . , You can ’ t be serious ! You can ’ t be serious ! , That ’ s what my records show . That ’ s what my records show . , I see . Thanks for your help . Could you just run through the evacuation procedure ? ," Yes , of course . When you hear the fire alarm , which is a very loud , continuous ringing noise , you should go to the nearest fire exit or fire escape as quickly as possible . " " Yes , of course . When you hear the fire alarm , which is a very loud , continuous ringing noise , you should go to the nearest fire exit or fire escape as quickly as possible . ", Should we use the stairs ? Should we use the stairs ? ," Yes , don't use the lifts . We have regular fire drills so you'll soon become familiar with the procedure . And always shut the fire doors to prevent the fire spreading . " I can't stand being with you any more . I'm sick of your drinking . ," I swear I never drink again . Just give me another chance , please . " " I swear I never drink again . Just give me another chance , please . "," How many chances have I given you , I've given up on you . " " How many chances have I given you , I've given up on you . "," You know how hard I try to quit , I've lost without you . I am mot let you go . " " You know how hard I try to quit , I've lost without you . I am mot let you go . ", It's not just for your drinking . But you are lacking sense of responsibility . It's not just for your drinking . But you are lacking sense of responsibility . ," I have to make money to support the family , so I have little time left to share with you . " " I have to make money to support the family , so I have little time left to share with you . ", Even if I was seriously ill you couldn't spare a moment . Even if I was seriously ill you couldn't spare a moment . , I told you I happened to be more important meeting at that time . I told you I happened to be more important meeting at that time . , I just don't trust you any more . "Oh , sir . I lost my passport . ", Do you remember when and where you last saw it ? Do you remember when and where you last saw it ? ," I remember I saw when I was dining in the Aidan Restaurant . When I paid the bill , I saw it in my handbag . " " I remember I saw when I was dining in the Aidan Restaurant . When I paid the bill , I saw it in my handbag . ", Could you please tell me your passport number ? Could you please tell me your passport number ? , 3448-2691- 6429-34 . 3448-2691- 6429-34 . , And what is the expiration date on your passport ? And what is the expiration date on your passport ? , Five months later . Five months later . , I see . Please fill out this form . And you need to contact your embassy or consulate to report it as soon as possible . "Hi , this is Tom Port . May I speak to Mr . Smith ? ", Mr . Smith is not in his office . I am afraid he will not be back before 3 pm . Would you care to speak to Mr . Brown who takes all the calls in his absence ? Mr . Smith is not in his office . I am afraid he will not be back before 3 pm . Would you care to speak to Mr . Brown who takes all the calls in his absence ? , No . Thanks . Can I leave a message for Mr . Smith ? No . Thanks . Can I leave a message for Mr . Smith ? ," OK , I'll tell him that you called . " Welcome to IBA . What can we assist you with today ? ," Hello . Yes , I've just read your leaflet about the new MoneyLink Card . I was wondering how I go about applying for one . " " Hello . Yes , I've just read your leaflet about the new MoneyLink Card . I was wondering how I go about applying for one . "," This scheme has just started and you will be one of our first 100 customers , so if your application is accepted , you will receive some rather nice perks . " " This scheme has just started and you will be one of our first 100 customers , so if your application is accepted , you will receive some rather nice perks . "," That does sound good . I'm already an account holder , have been for many years . And I already have your existing card . " " That does sound good . I'm already an account holder , have been for many years . And I already have your existing card . "," That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post . " " That should make things perfectly simple , then . Actually , if you had waited a little while longer , we would have notified you by post . "," Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ? " " Perhaps your letter is already in the mail ! So , I can just upgrade automatically ? "," May I have your details , and I'll check for you . " " May I have your details , and I'll check for you . ", Certainly ... Certainly ... ," OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card . " " OK , so you are already a gold card holder , with a sound credit history . That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card . "," Wonderful ! And , you mentioned ' perks ' ? I do hope I'll be getting some of those . " "Excuse me . I get confused that the two phones on the booth are different , can you tell me how to use them ? "," Let me have a look . Oh , yes . This one is the IC phone and the other is the coin phone . If you have an IC card , you can insert it into this slot , wait for the dialing signal appearing on the small screen , and then dial the number of the person you are going to call . " " Let me have a look . Oh , yes . This one is the IC phone and the other is the coin phone . If you have an IC card , you can insert it into this slot , wait for the dialing signal appearing on the small screen , and then dial the number of the person you are going to call . "," Well , I see . How to use the other one ? " " Well , I see . How to use the other one ? "," First , you pick up the receiver , wait for the dialing signal , dial the number , and then put the coin into the slot , press the ' speak ' button . Then everything is done . " " First , you pick up the receiver , wait for the dialing signal , dial the number , and then put the coin into the slot , press the ' speak ' button . Then everything is done . ", It seems quite easy . I will try both of them . "Can I help you sir , what do you need ? ", I need a packet of cigarettes please . I need a packet of cigarettes please . ," Of course sir , no problem . " " Of course sir , no problem . ", Thanks . "Don't talk too much , Tom . We are on duty today , we should hurry up . ", OK . OK . ," Tom , your task is to clean the blackboard . " " Tom , your task is to clean the blackboard . ", How about yourself ? How about yourself ? , I'm going to sweep the floor first . I'm going to sweep the floor first . ," Daniel , I am not tall enough to reach the of the blackboard . " " Daniel , I am not tall enough to reach the of the blackboard . "," Stand on the chair , Pig Tom . Use your brain . " " Stand on the chair , Pig Tom . Use your brain . "," OK , I've finished cleaning the blackboard . " " OK , I've finished cleaning the blackboard . ", How about the podium ? How about the podium ? ," Oh , I forgot about it . I'll get it . " " Oh , I forgot about it . I'll get it . "," Be quick , please . Our teacher and classmates will come soon . " " Be quick , please . Our teacher and classmates will come soon . ", I will be done before they come . Jane's mother always wants her to marry a big shot . J ," That is just wishful thinking . The cost of higher education has increased in recent years , faster than the cost of living . So she wants Jane's brother to go on studying and earn his doctorate by means of it . " " That is just wishful thinking . The cost of higher education has increased in recent years , faster than the cost of living . So she wants Jane's brother to go on studying and earn his doctorate by means of it . ", But it's unfair for Jane . "Good afternoon , San Felice Hotel . May I help you ? "," Yes . I'd like to book a room , please . " " Yes . I'd like to book a room , please . "," Certainly . When for , madam ? " " Certainly . When for , madam ? ", March the 23rd . March the 23rd . , How long will you be staying ? How long will you be staying ? , Three nights . Three nights . ," What kind of room would you like , madam ? " " What kind of room would you like , madam ? ", Er ... double with bath . I'd appreciate it if you could give me a room with a view over the lake . Er ... double with bath . I'd appreciate it if you could give me a room with a view over the lake . ," Certainly , madam . I'll just check what we have available . . . Yes , we have a room on the 4th floor with a really splendid view . " " Certainly , madam . I'll just check what we have available . . . Yes , we have a room on the 4th floor with a really splendid view . ", Fine . How much is the charge per night ? Fine . How much is the charge per night ? , Would you like breakfast ? Would you like breakfast ? ," No , thanks . " " No , thanks . ", It's eighty four euro per night excluding VAT . It's eighty four euro per night excluding VAT . , That's fine . That's fine . ," Who's the booking for , please , madam ? " " Who's the booking for , please , madam ? "," Mr and Mrs Ryefield , that's R-Y-E-F-I-E-L-D . " " Mr and Mrs Ryefield , that's R-Y-E-F-I-E-L-D . "," Okay , let me make sure I got that " " Okay , let me make sure I got that ", Yes it is . Thank you . Yes it is . Thank you . ," Let me give you your confirmation number . It's 7576385 . I'll repeat that , 7576385 . Thank you for choosing San Felice Hotel and have a nice day . Goodbye . " " Let me give you your confirmation number . It's 7576385 . I'll repeat that , 7576385 . Thank you for choosing San Felice Hotel and have a nice day . Goodbye . ", Goodbye . "Our unit is participating in a fundraiser this weekend and would like to borrow the van , if possible . ", I would need to check on that . Where is the fundraiser ? I would need to check on that . Where is the fundraiser ? , It will be at the beach by the pier . It will be at the beach by the pier . , What day will you need it for ? What day will you need it for ? , We will only be needing it for Sunday . We will only be needing it for Sunday . , Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it . Maybe that could work . I need to know who will be driving it . , The only two drivers will be Mary and I . The only two drivers will be Mary and I . ," If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ? " " If I give you the keys to the garage , could you bring it back on Sunday evening ? ", Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ? Sure . We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom . Would that be OK ? ," OK , but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest . " "The telephone is ringing . Can you answer it , Sue ? "," OK , I'll get it . It's for you , Jeff . " " OK , I'll get it . It's for you , Jeff . "," Thanks , Sue . " How many people are in your family ? ," As you know , china has a single-child policy . Therefore , there ’ s just my husband , my daughter and I . What about in your family ? " " As you know , china has a single-child policy . Therefore , there ’ s just my husband , my daughter and I . What about in your family ? ", I have one daughter and one son . Then there ’ s my husband and I . What about your parents ? Do they live with your family ? I have one daughter and one son . Then there ’ s my husband and I . What about your parents ? Do they live with your family ? , Not anymore . They live with my brother now . and yours ? Not anymore . They live with my brother now . and yours ? ," My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ’ ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ? " " My parents live by themselves now . When they get older , they ’ ll probably go to a retirement home . Do you just have one brother ? "," No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ? " " No , I have two older brothers and one younger sister . What about you ? ", I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters . I also grew up in a big family . I have one older brother and three younger sisters . , How long have you been married ? How long have you been married ? , About seven years now . and you ? About seven years now . and you ? , I ‘ Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ? I ‘ Ve been married for about five years . What do you think about divorce ? ," It ’ s becoming more and more common . However , I don ’ t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ? " " It ’ s becoming more and more common . However , I don ’ t ever want to get divorced myself ! What about you ? "," If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce . " " If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly , I would get a divorce . "," If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws ! " " If that happens , maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws ! "," ( ha ha ) I ’ ll keep that in mind , but don ’ t tell my husband . " " ( ha ha ) I ’ ll keep that in mind , but don ’ t tell my husband . ", Of course not ! "Hello , Mary . What ’ s the matter with you ? You look upset . "," My friend and I was argued with each other . For this , I ’ m very sad . Because I don ’ t want to lose this friend . " " My friend and I was argued with each other . For this , I ’ m very sad . Because I don ’ t want to lose this friend . "," Oh , I ’ m sorry to hear that . I know how you feel . Please don ’ t be sad . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry to hear that . I know how you feel . Please don ’ t be sad . "," Thank you , but I really want to relax myself . I ’ m very sorry . " " Thank you , but I really want to relax myself . I ’ m very sorry . ", OK . Don ’ t let it get to you . Goodbye . "I am sorry , sir . I have broken the reading lamp in my room . "," Well , sir . May I have your room number ? " " Well , sir . May I have your room number ? ", 503 . I would like to pay for it . 503 . I would like to pay for it . , Please fill out the form first . Please fill out the form first . ," OK , can you bring me a new one ? " " OK , can you bring me a new one ? ", Of course . "I'm very sorry , sir . My car has broken down . ", Sorry to hear that . Can we do anything about it ? Sorry to hear that . Can we do anything about it ? , I'm afraid not . I'm afraid not . ," Then I have to call another taxi , or I'll be late . " Although you spare no effort to complete the project . I think you have missed the boat . , I will not miss the boat when there is another opportunity again next time . "What is my schedule for today , Miss Liu ? "," Yes , you are supposed to meet the president at ten fifteen this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Clark . And this afternoon at three you are scheduled to speak before a group of seminar participants . " " Yes , you are supposed to meet the president at ten fifteen this morning . Then , you have a lunch appointment with Mr . Clark . And this afternoon at three you are scheduled to speak before a group of seminar participants . ", Do you have the meeting report ready ? Do you have the meeting report ready ? , Certainly . Hi . Can you give me a wake-up call tomorrow ? , Certainly . What time would you like us to call you ? Certainly . What time would you like us to call you ? ," I need two wake-up calls , if you don't mind , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen . " " I need two wake-up calls , if you don't mind , one at 7 and the other at 7 fifteen . "," Not a problem . We'll call you tomorrow morning at 7 , and again at 7 fifteen . " " Not a problem . We'll call you tomorrow morning at 7 , and again at 7 fifteen . "," On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen . " " On second thought , you'd better make that second call at 7 thirty instead of 7 fifteen . "," Said , and done . Will there be anything else ? " " Said , and done . Will there be anything else ? "," No , that gets it for now , thank you . " " No , that gets it for now , thank you . "," Well , give us a call if there's anything more we can help you with . " Hi ! How are you doing ? ," Good , thanks . How about you ? " " Good , thanks . How about you ? "," Pretty good . Say , where are you living this semester ? " " Pretty good . Say , where are you living this semester ? ", In No . 4 Dorm . I like dorm life . You will meet a lot of people and you don't have to cook . What about you ? In No . 4 Dorm . I like dorm life . You will meet a lot of people and you don't have to cook . What about you ? ," Oh , I am looking for an apartment . I prefer living off campus . I can study better . " " Oh , I am looking for an apartment . I prefer living off campus . I can study better . "," I hope you will find a place . Listen , I'd better go . I am going to be late for class . " " I hope you will find a place . Listen , I'd better go . I am going to be late for class . "," Okay , see you around . " " Okay , see you around . ", Take care . "You are studying here , aren ’ t you ? ", Yes . I have been here for three years . Yes . I have been here for three years . , Do you like this campus ? Do you like this campus ? , Well . I ’ m rather disappointed with it . Well . I ’ m rather disappointed with it . , How come ? How come ? , It ’ s too old . And it isn ’ t as specious as I expected . It ’ s too old . And it isn ’ t as specious as I expected . ," Oh.It ’ s awful , but it can ’ t be helped . " " Oh.It ’ s awful , but it can ’ t be helped . ", I ’ ll just have to put up with it . This is our main service area . We do all the routine services here and have two full-time mechanics . , How often do you service the vans ? How often do you service the vans ? ," They're serviced regularly . We give them a basic service every 10,000 km or so and a main service once a year , or every 100,000 km . " " They're serviced regularly . We give them a basic service every 10,000 km or so and a main service once a year , or every 100,000 km . ", I see . What does the service involve ? I see . What does the service involve ? ," Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear . " " Well , the same as for private vehicles really , but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear . ", Can you carry out major repairs here ? Can you carry out major repairs here ? ," Yes , we've got all the necessary equipment . We can give the engines a major overhaul . If there's a serious problem , we strip down the engine and find the faulty component . Would you like to look around ? " Doctor Lin's Office . , I need to make an appointment to see the doctor . I need to make an appointment to see the doctor . , How about 2 o'clock this afternoon ? How about 2 o'clock this afternoon ? ," Good , but can you tell me how to get to your office ? " "Judy , what is everybody talking about ? ", Haven ’ t you heard ? Richard was fired by our manager . Haven ’ t you heard ? Richard was fired by our manager . , You ’ re kidding . It can ’ t be true . You ’ re kidding . It can ’ t be true . , Believe it or not . Everybody is talking about it in the company . Believe it or not . Everybody is talking about it in the company . , Really ? I ’ m surprised . Really ? I ’ m surprised . , Me too . "Excuse me , do you serve breakfast here ? "," Sure , you want a continental one or an American one ? " " Sure , you want a continental one or an American one ? "," An American one , please . I am in a hurry . " " An American one , please . I am in a hurry . "," OK , sir , yours will be ready in a few seconds . " "Are you doing something on Saturday evening ? If not , welcome to my new apartment . ", You moved to a new place ? You moved to a new place ? ," Yes , I have been busy emptying the packing boxes and cleaning up the mats . Right now , it looks like a home . I would like to have a small celebration party . Please do come . " " Yes , I have been busy emptying the packing boxes and cleaning up the mats . Right now , it looks like a home . I would like to have a small celebration party . Please do come . ", Thank you for inviting me . Sounds lovely ! I would like to come . Where is your new apartment ? Thank you for inviting me . Sounds lovely ! I would like to come . Where is your new apartment ? ," It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance . " " It is in the DX community , Room 306 , No . 2 building . It is very easy to find . Just ask the guard at the entrance . ", Who else will come ? Who else will come ? ," I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him . " " I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor , Paul . He is a very good person . You should meet him . "," Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ? " " Ok , I will be there around 6 . Is that ok for you ? "," Yes , great . I am happy you are coming . " Have you been coming to this Laundromat long ? , I have been washing clothes here since a few years ago . I have been washing clothes here since a few years ago . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , It doesn't cost me as much to wash here . It doesn't cost me as much to wash here . , I've just started doing my clothes here . I've just started doing my clothes here . , Why are you washing your clothes here now ? Why are you washing your clothes here now ? , My washing machine broke down . My washing machine broke down . , You should just pay someone to fix it . You should just pay someone to fix it . , It's too expensive to get it fixed . It's too expensive to get it fixed . , So you're just going to wash here ? So you're just going to wash here ? ," Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do . " " Yeah , I think that's what I'm going to have to do . ", It costs less to wash here . Now let's begin the class . Who is on duty today ? ," I am , sir . " " I am , sir . ", Please come to the front to have five minutes ’ free talk in English . Very well ! Whose turn is it to have a free talk ? Please come to the front to have five minutes ’ free talk in English . Very well ! Whose turn is it to have a free talk ? ," It's me , sir . But I am sorry I have forgotten to prepare for it . " " It's me , sir . But I am sorry I have forgotten to prepare for it . "," Well . Don't forget to perform your duty next time , ok ? Now , let's start our lesson . " "Good morning , can I see your passport , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , For business or pleasure ? For business or pleasure ? , Business . Business . , Thank you . Have a pleasant stay . Don ’ t you think it would be an idea to name the ship Dolphin ? ," All right , if that would make you happy . " " All right , if that would make you happy . "," So you ’ Ve got something on your mind , I guess . " " So you ’ Ve got something on your mind , I guess . "," Well , nothing really serious . " Hello . Is Vanessa there ? , Yes . This is Vanessa . Yes . This is Vanessa . ," Hi , Vanessa . I ’ m Don . I ’ m calling from Seller ’ s Market . Are you still interested in a position as a cashier ? " " Hi , Vanessa . I ’ m Don . I ’ m calling from Seller ’ s Market . Are you still interested in a position as a cashier ? ", Yes . Is the position available now ? Yes . Is the position available now ? ," Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview . " " Yes , it is . Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview . ", Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , You ’ re welcome . I ’ ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 . You ’ re welcome . I ’ ll see you tomorrow at 2 00 . , I ’ ll see you then . Good bye . Hello ! Is Mr . Green there ? , Speaking . May I ask whom I am talking to ? Speaking . May I ask whom I am talking to ? , This is Li with Silk Company . We met last Sunday during the exhibition . This is Li with Silk Company . We met last Sunday during the exhibition . ," Oh , yes . I remember your company . " " Oh , yes . I remember your company . "," Thank you for visiting our products . I remember that you are interested in our silk products and so , could I have a meeting with you this week to show you moreinformation about our products ? " " Thank you for visiting our products . I remember that you are interested in our silk products and so , could I have a meeting with you this week to show you moreinformation about our products ? "," I'd like to , but I'm afraid that my schedule is full this week . " " I'd like to , but I'm afraid that my schedule is full this week . ", What about next week ? Is it convenient for you ? What about next week ? Is it convenient for you ? , Am . How about 10 a . m . on next Friday ? Am . How about 10 a . m . on next Friday ? , Any time you say is OK . Any time you say is OK . ," All right , expecting you . " Excuse me . Would you mind trading seats with me ? , Not at all . Not at all . ," Oh , thank you . That ’ s very kind of you . " " Oh , thank you . That ’ s very kind of you . ", You ’ re welcome . I prefer a window seat . You ’ re welcome . I prefer a window seat . ," Oh , you do ? Good . Looking out of the window sometimes scares me . So I prefer to be the man in the middle . " how can I help you ? , I'd like to buy some perform for my girlfriend . I'd like to buy some perform for my girlfriend . , do you know what kind of scent she usually wears ? do you know what kind of scent she usually wears ? , she usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No . 5 . But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance . she usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No . 5 . But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance . ," ok , here are some of our most popular perfumes . " " ok , here are some of our most popular perfumes . ", which one would you recommend ? which one would you recommend ? ," personally , I quite like the new perfume by Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ? " " personally , I quite like the new perfume by Clinique . It's a subtle flowery scent . What do you think ? "," that smells great . I'll take one bottle , please . " " that smells great . I'll take one bottle , please . ", would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers . would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend ? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers . ," it's ok . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I wouldn't know what shade to buy . " " it's ok . She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder , and I wouldn't know what shade to buy . ", how about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of red lipstick . how about some lipstick ? Every woman needs a nice tube of red lipstick . , she doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big . she doesn't usually wear lipstick . She thinks it makes her nose look too big . , how about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger . how about some mascara ? That will make her eyes look bigger . , no thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is . no thank you . She has big enough eyes as it is . , I know what she would like---some whitening cream . I know what she would like---some whitening cream . ," no thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , no lighter . " " no thanks . Western women usually try to make their skin darker , no lighter . ", will that be all then ? will that be all then ? ," that will be all . You're been very helpful , thanks . " He told the police that Ted was the murderer . , He is playing hob with the fact . He is playing hob with the fact . , Why do you say so ? Why do you say so ? , Because he stayed with me all the time that night . Let's see . I had the salmon starter which was £ 5.90 and my Pizza was £ 8.25 . , I had the soup and bruschetta which all together is £ 4.50 and my trout for the main course was £ 12 . I had the soup and bruschetta which all together is £ 4.50 and my trout for the main course was £ 12 . , So that's £ 14.15 for me and £ 16.50 for you . So that's £ 14.15 for me and £ 16.50 for you . , Yes and shall we go fifty-fifty for the wine ? Yes and shall we go fifty-fifty for the wine ? ," Yes , so that's an extra £ 6 for both of us . " " Yes , so that's an extra £ 6 for both of us . ", So now your bill comes to £ 20.15 and I need to pay £ 22.50 . So now your bill comes to £ 20.15 and I need to pay £ 22.50 . , And I had a dessert - that's another £ 3.50 . And you had coffee which is £ 2 . And I had a dessert - that's another £ 3.50 . And you had coffee which is £ 2 . , And is that all ? And is that all ? ," Yes , this is everything on the list . " " Yes , this is everything on the list . ", So now my bill is £ 24.50 and yours come to £ 23.65 . Is that correct ? So now my bill is £ 24.50 and yours come to £ 23.65 . Is that correct ? ," Yes , that's exactly it . How much tip shall we give the waiter ? " " Yes , that's exactly it . How much tip shall we give the waiter ? ", I think £ 5 would be good . Are you free on Friday evening because we were wondering if you would like to come round for dinner ? ," Oh , thank you very much . I ’ d like to come , but I ’ m afraid I ’ m busy that evening . " " Oh , thank you very much . I ’ d like to come , but I ’ m afraid I ’ m busy that evening . ", That ’ s a pity ! Then when would it be a good time for you ? That ’ s a pity ! Then when would it be a good time for you ? ," Well , I ’ m not too sure , actually . I ’ Ve got a lot going on the next couple of weeks . Why don ’ t I call you later ? " " Well , I ’ m not too sure , actually . I ’ Ve got a lot going on the next couple of weeks . Why don ’ t I call you later ? "," Okay , that ’ s fine . " "I'd like to speak with the apartment manager , please . ", This is he . What can I do for you ? This is he . What can I do for you ? , I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street . I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street . , It's still available . Do you want to see it ? It's still available . Do you want to see it ? ," Yes , I would very much like to see it . " " Yes , I would very much like to see it . ", Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ? Does today at 6 p . m . sound okay to you ? , I have no problem with 6 p . m . I have no problem with 6 p . m . ," Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ? " " Okay , I'll see you at 6 o'clock . Do you need any directions ? "," No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like . " " No , thanks . I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like . ", I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested . I'll have an application form with me . You can fill it out if you're interested . , Should I bring anything with me ? Should I bring anything with me ? , No . I only need to check your driver's license . Let's go to Wangfujing by bus . ," Better take the subway . It's faster , and more convenient . " " Better take the subway . It's faster , and more convenient . "," OK , it will be a new experience for me . " " OK , it will be a new experience for me . "," We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway , especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy . " " We have a rather comprehensive subway system here . You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway , especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy . ", Where do we pay the fare ? Where do we pay the fare ? ," Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in . " " Just give the man standing there 3 yuan and he'll give you a token . Then , you slip it into the slot at the turnstile and push the turnstile to get in . ", Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ? Let me pay for it . Where can I get a subway map ? , Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations . Ask the worker who sells tokens to give you one . It's free fo charge . Actually maps showing subway routes are posted at most stations . , Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains ? ," No , you don't have to . Here comes the train . " "Hello , Bill.May I borrow your pen ? "," Sure , which one ? The red one or the blue one ? " " Sure , which one ? The red one or the blue one ? "," The blue one , please . " " The blue one , please . ", You may keep it for the time being . I'm not using it now . I wonder if the dentist could fit me in early tomorrow . , I'm afraid there's nothing available before noon . I'm afraid there's nothing available before noon . , How about 12:45 ? How about 12:45 ? ," Sorry , but he's busy then too . " I don ’ t know why bucks have such a great charm that a great many people are after nothing else . , They want to be filthy with dough and think it the only source of their happiness . They want to be filthy with dough and think it the only source of their happiness . , But many rich guys don ’ t think they are truly happy . There is always some empty feeling deep inside them . "Richard , why didn't you come to school today ? ", I'm sick . I think I've got the flu . I'm sick . I think I've got the flu . ," Well , take care of yourself . " "Excuse me , but do you have this T-shirt in size L ? ", Sorry . We're out of size L's . Sorry . We're out of size L's . , Too bad . I really like it . Too bad . I really like it . , Why don't you try this other T-shirt ? I think it would look nice on you . Why don't you try this other T-shirt ? I think it would look nice on you . , Do you have it in size L ? Do you have it in size L ? ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . ", Where is the fitting room ? Where is the fitting room ? , It's on your right hand side at the end of this hallway . It's on your right hand side at the end of this hallway . , Thanks . "Look , Bob hasn't made any progress on that project . ", I see what you mean . I see what you mean . , We should have a word with him . We should have a word with him . , Let me handle it . "As an existing banker , that will speed up the process . You said you had the documents with you ? ", That's right . Here you go . That's right . Here you go . ," Before I verify those , I need you to fill in some forms . Then , as I said , I need to see valid credentials , your occupation and income details ... " " Before I verify those , I need you to fill in some forms . Then , as I said , I need to see valid credentials , your occupation and income details ... "," OK , as I expected . How much will you allow me to borrow ? I mean , I don't need a massive sum of money . " " OK , as I expected . How much will you allow me to borrow ? I mean , I don't need a massive sum of money . "," You are authorized to borrow up to 20,000 RIB , with a repayment period of up to 1 year . " " You are authorized to borrow up to 20,000 RIB , with a repayment period of up to 1 year . "," That'll be enough , and the repayment period sounds good to me . " " That'll be enough , and the repayment period sounds good to me . ", We can also look at your current credit status and adjust the interest accordingly . We can also look at your current credit status and adjust the interest accordingly . , How soon before this goes through ? How soon before this goes through ? ," If you sort out all of the paperwork today , you could have your loan by the end of the week . " " If you sort out all of the paperwork today , you could have your loan by the end of the week . "," Perfect . So , I guess my next job is to go to the newsagent and buy some car magazines . Thanks for everything . " "All right , Mr . Crane , when will you be arriving in the city ? ", I should be coming in on the 11:30 mooring flight . How far is the office from the airport ? I should be coming in on the 11:30 mooring flight . How far is the office from the airport ? , Only 25 minutes or so . We ’ ll send somebody to meet you . That ’ s 11:30 a . m . Friday the 15th ? Only 25 minutes or so . We ’ ll send somebody to meet you . That ’ s 11:30 a . m . Friday the 15th ? , That ’ s right . I ’ ll be in the baggage area . What ’ s your favourite ball sport ? , I like basketball . I really enjoy watching the NBA games on TV . I like basketball . I really enjoy watching the NBA games on TV . , Who ’ s your favourite player ? Who ’ s your favourite player ? , I don ’ t really have one but I support Huston . I don ’ t really have one but I support Huston . , Do they have a good team ? Do they have a good team ? ," I think they do , but I ’ m biased . They have a good manager and a great coach . " " I think they do , but I ’ m biased . They have a good manager and a great coach . ", I can ’ t keep up with the game . The players play so quickly that I can hardly see what they are doing . I can ’ t keep up with the game . The players play so quickly that I can hardly see what they are doing . , I have the same problem . The players are really very skilful . I wish I could play that well . I have the same problem . The players are really very skilful . I wish I could play that well . ," You play for an amateur team , don ’ t you ? " " You play for an amateur team , don ’ t you ? "," Yes , I do . We ’ re doing pretty well this season . We ’ Ve won most of our games , but we ’ re not top of the league table . " " Yes , I do . We ’ re doing pretty well this season . We ’ Ve won most of our games , but we ’ re not top of the league table . ", How many more games are there this season ? How many more games are there this season ? , We ’ Ve got four more games . I hope we can win all of them . Mike's going to have a self-driving traveling across the country . , Really ? He is so great . Really ? He is so great . , You don't want to join him ? You don't want to join him ? , Surely I want . It's quite popular nowadays . Surely I want . It's quite popular nowadays . ," Yes , and I want to have a try . " You are going to be really jealous when you find out where I ’ m headed for the holidays ! , Don ’ t tell me ! I ’ m sure it ’ s someplace warm and sunny with great beaches ! Don ’ t tell me ! I ’ m sure it ’ s someplace warm and sunny with great beaches ! , You got it ! I ’ m going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii ! You got it ! I ’ m going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii ! , You are so lucky ! Send me a postcard ! What are your plans for the future if you are hired ? , I'll do my utmost if I am hired . I'll do my utmost if I am hired . , Do you have any short-term goals ? Do you have any short-term goals ? ," No , that thought doesn't cross my mind . " "What ’ s the postage on this letter to hongkong , please ? "," Oh , I have to check . Do you need anything else ? " " Oh , I have to check . Do you need anything else ? "," Yes , Five one dollar stamps , please . " " Yes , Five one dollar stamps , please . ", That will be fourteen dollars in all . We will have a vacation next month . Why not have a tour ? , Good idea . Where shall we go ? Good idea . Where shall we go ? , What about going to Xi'an ? What about going to Xi'an ? , Don't you think it is too far ? Don't you think it is too far ? , So what's your plan ? So what's your plan ? , What about going to Beijing ? What about going to Beijing ? , So we'll compromise . We'll hit the Huangshan in Anti . So we'll compromise . We'll hit the Huangshan in Anti . , OK ! "Yes , madam , can I help you ? ", I'm feeling a bit airsick . I'm feeling a bit airsick . , We have the medicine for that . I'll go and get it for you . We have the medicine for that . I'll go and get it for you . ," Thank you . oh , can you get me some orange juice as well ? " " Thank you . oh , can you get me some orange juice as well ? ", Certainly . I'll be back right away . "Hi ! Bob , are you having problems with that ? "," Yes , how should I set up my new computer ? " " Yes , how should I set up my new computer ? "," It's easy , let me help you . " " It's easy , let me help you . "," Great , thanks a lot . " Time flies ! , You're telling me . "Hello , Jim . Where are you going ? ", To the cinema . What about coming with me ? To the cinema . What about coming with me ? ," No , thanks . I'm going home . My wife's expecting me . " " No , thanks . I'm going home . My wife's expecting me . ", What a pity . I believe it's a very good film . What a pity . I believe it's a very good film . , Do you go to the cinema a lot ? Do you go to the cinema a lot ? , Once a week . Most nights I sit at home and watch telly Once a week . Most nights I sit at home and watch telly , Do you know what's on tonight by any chance ? Do you know what's on tonight by any chance ? ," No , I'm sorry I don't . I never read the papers till I get home . " " No , I'm sorry I don't . I never read the papers till I get home . "," Oh , I see . By the way , where are you going for your holidays this year ? " " Oh , I see . By the way , where are you going for your holidays this year ? "," I don't know yet . My wife's going to her mother's for a couple of weeks . She Livesay the sea , you know . " " I don't know yet . My wife's going to her mother's for a couple of weeks . She Livesay the sea , you know . "," Oh , does she ? That's convenient . " " Oh , does she ? That's convenient . "," Yes , but I want to go to the country . " " Yes , but I want to go to the country . ", Don't you like the sea ? Don't you like the sea ? ," Yes , very much . But I need peace and quiet when I'm on holiday . What are coughing to do ? " " Yes , very much . But I need peace and quiet when I'm on holiday . What are coughing to do ? ", I'm going to stay at home . I'm going to stay at home . , Aren't you going to have a holiday abroad this year ? Aren't you going to have a holiday abroad this year ? ," No , I want to buy a car , and that's going to take every penny I've got . " Many congratulations on your winning the game . ," That ’ s very kind of you , but it ’ s nothing special . " " That ’ s very kind of you , but it ’ s nothing special . ", You were doing great out there ! You were doing great out there ! ," Well , actually it ’ s just about luck . " Do you know who that tall man is ? , He's a member of the National Basketball Association . He's a member of the National Basketball Association . , Do you know where he comes from ? Do you know where he comes from ? , Some people say he's from New York . So how long have you known Mary ? , Only four days . Only four days . ," Only four days ! That's so short , and you seem so crazy about her . " " Only four days ! That's so short , and you seem so crazy about her . ", I know . I can't help thinking about her . She's always on my mind . Shall we go out tonight ? ," Yeah , let's go Joe's Disco . " " Yeah , let's go Joe's Disco . ", We'd better ask dad first . We'd better ask dad first . ," Okay , but you ask him . " "Linda , do you know Mr.Green ? "," No , I don't think so . " " No , I don't think so . ", Please meet him now . Please meet him now . , Thanks . "Mom , I'm ready for school . ", Don't forger to come straight home after school . Don't forger to come straight home after school . ," I know , mom . " " I know , mom . ", Have you got everything ? Have you got everything ? ," Oh , my jump rope . Mom , can you get it for me ? " "Hello , Lily . "," Hello , Mr . Clark . You ’ re early for lunch . It ’ s only eleven o ’ clock . " " Hello , Mr . Clark . You ’ re early for lunch . It ’ s only eleven o ’ clock . "," When I come late , there ’ s usually nothing left . " " When I come late , there ’ s usually nothing left . ", What would you like today ? What would you like today ? , I ’ ll have the leg of lamb . I ’ ll have the leg of lamb . ," And would you like salad ? The salad plate today is lettuce , tomatoes , and black olives . " How long have we been flying ? , About 12 hours . About 12 hours . , I always have trouble with jet lag . I always have trouble with jet lag . , Most people do when they travel long distances . Most people do when they travel long distances . ," By the way , what's the time now ? " " By the way , what's the time now ? ", 8: 00 Beijing time . What do you think of smoking ? , It ’ s harmful not only for yourself but for others . It ’ s harmful not only for yourself but for others . , What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ? What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking ? , Stop producing cigarettes . Stop producing cigarettes . , But that ’ ll affect the national economy . But that ’ ll affect the national economy . , That ’ s right . But I don ’ t think there are better ways . That ’ s right . But I don ’ t think there are better ways . , How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ? How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet ? , Maybe it can take effect . I'll come see you tomorrow . , Promise ? How are you doing today ? , I'm doing great . What about you ? I'm doing great . What about you ? ," I'm absolutely lovely , thank you . " " I'm absolutely lovely , thank you . ", Everything's been good with you ? Everything's been good with you ? , I haven't been better . How about yourself ? I haven't been better . How about yourself ? , I started school recently . I started school recently . , Where are you going to school ? Where are you going to school ? , I'm going to PCC . I'm going to PCC . , How do you like it so far ? How do you like it so far ? , I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now . I like it so far . My classes are pretty good right now . , I wish you luck . I wish you luck . , Thanks a lot . "Personal Loans , how may I help ? "," I'm going to be studying overseas next year and I'd like some info about suitable loans . To be honest , I'm not even sure if I can get a loan . " " I'm going to be studying overseas next year and I'd like some info about suitable loans . To be honest , I'm not even sure if I can get a loan . "," Not a problem . We offer a Personal Loan for Studying Abroad for anyone who's studying overseas , regardless of the circumstances . Anyone is eligible to apply " " Not a problem . We offer a Personal Loan for Studying Abroad for anyone who's studying overseas , regardless of the circumstances . Anyone is eligible to apply ", Would I have to get my parents to guarantor the loan ? Would I have to get my parents to guarantor the loan ? ," Not exactly . Our policy states that the loange could be the person studying abroad , for example , you , or your direct relative or spouse . " " Not exactly . Our policy states that the loange could be the person studying abroad , for example , you , or your direct relative or spouse . ", I see . What about age limitations ? I see . What about age limitations ? ," There are no age limitations as such just that the loange should be below 55 years and of course , old enough to get a loan , meaning over 18 years of age . " " There are no age limitations as such just that the loange should be below 55 years and of course , old enough to get a loan , meaning over 18 years of age . ", Got it ! I fit into that category very nicely . That's great ! I'll have a chat with my parents and come back . Thanks very much . Have you ever noticed that serious pollution in modern cities goes from bad to worse ? , You said it . We ’ er breathing poisonous air every day . You said it . We ’ er breathing poisonous air every day . , I think it ’ s time for the government to take strong action . And people should try to protect environment . I think it ’ s time for the government to take strong action . And people should try to protect environment . , I absolutely agree with you . "I need some more amenities , please . "," I'm not sure I'm following you , sir . " " I'm not sure I'm following you , sir . "," Specifically , I'm talking about the little things , like soap and shampoo . " " Specifically , I'm talking about the little things , like soap and shampoo . "," Oh , now I understand ! So , you've already used up all your amenities ? " " Oh , now I understand ! So , you've already used up all your amenities ? "," No , I'm not even halfway through my supply . " " No , I'm not even halfway through my supply . "," I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ? " " I'm losing you , sir . What's the problem ? ", What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ? What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs ? ," Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs ! " " Okay , I got it . You're collecting souvenirs ! ", There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs . There you go . My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs . ," Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items . " " Have you visited our souvenir shop , sir ? It's loaded with all kinds of items . "," I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now . " " I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life , and I don't intend to start now . "," Sir , housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily . " I was wondering if this is where the Resume Writing Workshop is being held . , You are in the right place . Please come on in ! You are in the right place . Please come on in ! , It ’ s been a long time since I ’ Ve had to look for work and put a resume together . It ’ s been a long time since I ’ Ve had to look for work and put a resume together . , It ’ s going to come together just fine . Trust me ! It ’ s going to come together just fine . Trust me ! , Where do we begin ? Where do we begin ? , We start at the top with our name and contact information . Make sure the information is current . We start at the top with our name and contact information . Make sure the information is current . , Then what do we do ? Then what do we do ? ," Put your job experience first , if that is more impressive than your education . " " Put your job experience first , if that is more impressive than your education . ", What about listing my interests and affiliations next ? What about listing my interests and affiliations next ? ," Yes , that would make a good ending for your resume . " How do you think TaiWan's economy is doing ? ," Not too good actually , people are not spending as much as before ! " " Not too good actually , people are not spending as much as before ! ", Do you know why that is ? Do you know why that is ? ," Lots of reasons I guess , unemployment is pretty high these days . " What's a good place for sightseeing ? , Don't ask me . "... And now , let ’ s go to Kenny Williams for today ’ s weather forecast . "," Thank you Bill , and good morning Salt Lake City ! " " Thank you Bill , and good morning Salt Lake City ! "," What ’ s the weather looking like today , Kenny ? " " What ’ s the weather looking like today , Kenny ? "," Well , it ’ s a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today . we ’ Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah , and we ’ re calling for scattered showers throughout the day , with a day-time high of forty-five degrees.Now , if we move down to the south of the state , we can see that a cold front is moving in.We can expect clear skies , but it will be quite cold , with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark . " " Well , it ’ s a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today . we ’ Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah , and we ’ re calling for scattered showers throughout the day , with a day-time high of forty-five degrees.Now , if we move down to the south of the state , we can see that a cold front is moving in.We can expect clear skies , but it will be quite cold , with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark . "," It ’ s a chilly day folks , so don ’ t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ? " " It ’ s a chilly day folks , so don ’ t forget your coats ! What about tomorrow Kenny ? Do you have good news for us ? "," Well , it ’ ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah.we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South.we ’ ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees . " " Well , it ’ ll be a rainy day for Northern Utah.we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning . Winds will be coming in from the North East , with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour . Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening . Things are looking a bit better for the South.we ’ ll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers . Later in the day , we can expect partlycloudy skies , with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees . ", You heard it folks ! It ’ s gonna be a cold one ! You heard it folks ! It ’ s gonna be a cold one ! , That ’ s right Bill . We will have more later on today on the six o ’ clock news . That ’ s the weather forecast for this morning . Would you please weight this letter for me ? ," Well , it's a bit overweight . You must pay extra for it . " " Well , it's a bit overweight . You must pay extra for it . ", How much ? How much ? , We demand a surcharge of 80 cents for it . How ’ re you today ? ," Pretty good , thanks . And you ? " " Pretty good , thanks . And you ? ", What ’ s the main idea in this essay ? What ’ s the main idea in this essay ? , The United Nations should have more authority . Caroline Menzies speaking . , Could I speak to Diana Curzon ? Could I speak to Diana Curzon ? , I'm afraid she's in a meeting at the moment . Who's speaking ? I'm afraid she's in a meeting at the moment . Who's speaking ? , This is John Laing from Dantons . This is John Laing from Dantons . ," Can I take a message , Mr Laing ? " " Can I take a message , Mr Laing ? "," Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called . " " Yes , please . I'm actually returning her call . So perhaps you could tell her that I called . ", Certainly . Does she have your number ? Certainly . Does she have your number ? ," She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 . " " She must have , but let me give it to you anyway . It's 01705 455623 . ", 01705 ... 01705 ... , 455623 . 455623 . , 455623 . 455623 . , That's right . That's right . , OK . I'll make sure she gets the message . OK . I'll make sure she gets the message . , Thank you . Have you attended school today ? , I attended school today . Did you ? I attended school today . Did you ? , I wasn't able to attend school because I was feeling ill . I wasn't able to attend school because I was feeling ill . , I'm sorry to hear that . Would you like the assignments from English class ? I'm sorry to hear that . Would you like the assignments from English class ? ," I would really appreciate that , thanks . " " I would really appreciate that , thanks . ", It's no trouble at all . It's no trouble at all . ," If you get sick , I'll return the favor . " " If you get sick , I'll return the favor . ", Thanks . See you at school tomorrow if you feel better . "I'm broke , and I have to catch another bus . ", Why don't you have any money for another bus ? Why don't you have any money for another bus ? , I got hungry and bought some chips . I got hungry and bought some chips . , That was smart . That was smart . ," Anyway , do you have any change I can use for the bus ? " " Anyway , do you have any change I can use for the bus ? ", I don't have any . I don't have any . , I don't know how I'm going to get home . I don't know how I'm going to get home . , Get a transfer from the bus driver . Get a transfer from the bus driver . , How much is a transfer ? How much is a transfer ? , It doesn't cost anything . It doesn't cost anything . , That's great ! Thanks for your help . That's great ! Thanks for your help . , You know what ? Don't mention it . "I just called Mr . Smith in Room 201 , but there was no reply . Would you find out if he's still staying there ? "," All right . One moment , please ... No , Mr . Smith checked out this morning . " " All right . One moment , please ... No , Mr . Smith checked out this morning . "," Oh , he did ? May I have his forwarding address , please ? " " Oh , he did ? May I have his forwarding address , please ? ", I ' m afraid he didn ’ t leave one . "Oh , what a pleasant surprise ! Don't you remember me ? "," Mr.Black , if I'm not mistaken . " " Mr.Black , if I'm not mistaken . ", Right ! Glad to see you here . Right ! Glad to see you here . , Pleased to see you.too . How many kinds of secretaries work here ? ," There are 3 secretarial categories here . One is receptionist , one is junior secretary , and the other is senior secretary . " " There are 3 secretarial categories here . One is receptionist , one is junior secretary , and the other is senior secretary . ", What sort of duties do you expect ? What sort of duties do you expect ? ," I would like to be able to work independently and take over some ordinary responsibilities such as answering routine correspondences , taking phone calls , and sometimes assisting you with personal business affairs . " Can I help you ? , I'm looking for a Sharp DVD Player . I'm looking for a Sharp DVD Player . , Sure . Any particular model ? Sure . Any particular model ? , Yes . The DS102 series . Yes . The DS102 series . ," Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular . " " Oh , I'm afraid we've sold out of those . They were really popular . ", Will you be getting more in . Will you be getting more in . , Yes . But not for about 2 weeks . "Excuse me , would you please do me a favor ? ", With pleasure . With pleasure . , I appreciate the building so much . I am wondering if you could take a picture of me against the building . I appreciate the building so much . I am wondering if you could take a picture of me against the building . , No problem . "That's OK , Ben , just let it go . I thought you were just a little too much into it . "," I wasn't kidding before , OK , I'm fine now . " " I wasn't kidding before , OK , I'm fine now . "," Honey , have you ever heard that there are a lot of stray cats now . " " Honey , have you ever heard that there are a lot of stray cats now . ", Yes . Yes . ," Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters . " " Now they are collected by some volunteers , and people can adopt them or make a donation for the shelters . ", What are you saying ? You are acting weird today . What are you saying ? You are acting weird today . ," I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too . " " I want to adopt a cat , and it can be Barbie's boyfriend too . "," Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me . " " Haha , very funny , but it doesn't make any sense to me . ", That's all right . At least I got myself left . That's all right . At least I got myself left . ," Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel . " " Seriously , if we will adopt any animals , we'd gotta to talk to Daniel . ", I hope that he would grant me with that . I hope that he would grant me with that . , Hope so . "Excuse me , can you tell me where the post office is ? ", It's on the Fifth Avenue . It's on the Fifth Avenue . , I'm afraid I don't quite understand . I'm afraid I don't quite understand . ," I see.You ' re a stranger here.Walk two blocks ahead , then turn left . You can't miss it . " Excuse me.Does this train go to Brooklyn ? ," Yes , it does . " " Yes , it does . ", Do you know when it leaves ? Do you know when it leaves ? , I think it leaves at two thirty . "So , what do you plan to do today ? ", There is a Matisse exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art . Larry and I will go . There is a Matisse exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art . Larry and I will go . , Did you buy tickets already ? Did you buy tickets already ? , No . Do we need tickets ? No . Do we need tickets ? ," Well , probably . Probably you will have to wait in line if you don't have tickets . " " Well , probably . Probably you will have to wait in line if you don't have tickets . ", Outside or inside ? Outside or inside ? ," Outside , on the sidewalk . " " Outside , on the sidewalk . ", Hmm . It's very cold today.But I brought my jacket . Maybe it will be alright to wait . Hmm . It's very cold today.But I brought my jacket . Maybe it will be alright to wait . , The MYOMA is very popular . There will be a lot of people . The MYOMA is very popular . There will be a lot of people . , MYOMA ? What's that ? MYOMA ? What's that ? ," Oh , sorry.It stands for the Museum of Modern Art . It's an acronym . M O M A MYOMA . " " Oh , sorry.It stands for the Museum of Modern Art . It's an acronym . M O M A MYOMA . ", I see . Do you have any suggestions for other things we should do ? I see . Do you have any suggestions for other things we should do ? ," I suggest you go to the Jewish Museum.It ' s not far from the Guggenheim , near Central Park . It is really very interesting.Also , there is a great museum of medieval European art further up north.It ' s called the Cloisters . " " I suggest you go to the Jewish Museum.It ' s not far from the Guggenheim , near Central Park . It is really very interesting.Also , there is a great museum of medieval European art further up north.It ' s called the Cloisters . ", How can we get up there ? How can we get up there ? , You can take a bus . You can take a bus . , But Larry says the neighborhoods in the north are dangerous . "how are you doing , Christopher ? "," to be honest , I'm really fed up with work at the moment . I need a break ! " " to be honest , I'm really fed up with work at the moment . I need a break ! ", are you doing anything this weekend ? are you doing anything this weekend ? , I have to work on Saturday all day ! I really hate my job ! I have to work on Saturday all day ! I really hate my job ! , are you available on Sunday ? are you available on Sunday ? ," yes , that's my only day off until Thursday . " " yes , that's my only day off until Thursday . "," ok , well , my friends and I are planning on going to the beach on Sunday . We tend to leave around noon whenever we go anywhere , so you could still sleep in . Do you want to come with us ? " " ok , well , my friends and I are planning on going to the beach on Sunday . We tend to leave around noon whenever we go anywhere , so you could still sleep in . Do you want to come with us ? ", that'd be fantastic ! Which beach are you going to ? that'd be fantastic ! Which beach are you going to ? , it's a quiet beach just about an hour outside of the city . it's a quiet beach just about an hour outside of the city . , what should I bring with me ? what should I bring with me ? ," we've got plenty of inflatables , but if you want to sit on a chair , you'll have to bring your own sunlounger . " " we've got plenty of inflatables , but if you want to sit on a chair , you'll have to bring your own sunlounger . ", I can just use my beach towel . I love lazing around in the sun . I can just use my beach towel . I love lazing around in the sun . , do you like surfing ? do you like surfing ? , I've actually never tired . Do you have a surfboard ? I've actually never tired . Do you have a surfboard ? , we've got a few . I can teach you how to surf on Sunday . It'll be fun ! we've got a few . I can teach you how to surf on Sunday . It'll be fun ! , I can't wait ! It sounds like we're going to have a great time . How much money should I bring ? I can't wait ! It sounds like we're going to have a great time . How much money should I bring ? ," you'll just need roughly $ 10 for food and gas money . My friend is driving , so we usually all chip in a few dollars for gas money . " " you'll just need roughly $ 10 for food and gas money . My friend is driving , so we usually all chip in a few dollars for gas money . "," ok , where and when should I meet you ? " " ok , where and when should I meet you ? ", we'll pick you up at your place at noon . Be there or be square ! I am sorry to have kept all of you waiting . I was delayed by something urgent . ," You are not late , Mr . Thomas . There're still 15 minutes to go . Mr . White has just called you . " " You are not late , Mr . Thomas . There're still 15 minutes to go . Mr . White has just called you . ", What did he say ? What did he say ? ," He said there was a traffic jam , but he is coming . " " He said there was a traffic jam , but he is coming . ", He shouldn't drive his car . He should come here by bus . I told you that she is no fool . ," I know she is quite an article , but I was not sure of her ability to cope with a boss . " " I know she is quite an article , but I was not sure of her ability to cope with a boss . "," She cannot get in Dutch with him . He is her boss , you know . " " She cannot get in Dutch with him . He is her boss , you know . ", But most bosses are fools for woman . I work so hard that I do not have the energy to exercise . , That is just an excuse.You can always find some time to exercise . That is just an excuse.You can always find some time to exercise . ," But I work hard all the time for long hours . Often I have no time for lunch . Yet , I am still getting fatter . " " But I work hard all the time for long hours . Often I have no time for lunch . Yet , I am still getting fatter . "," Bill , you know that work is not the same as exercise as it is stressful but not relaxing.And skipping meals will not help you lose weight.In fact your body will only store fat if you miss meals . " " Bill , you know that work is not the same as exercise as it is stressful but not relaxing.And skipping meals will not help you lose weight.In fact your body will only store fat if you miss meals . "," I know you're right , but what can I do ? " " I know you're right , but what can I do ? ", How about going for a walk instead of sitting on the sofa reading the newspaper after dinner every night ? How about going for a walk instead of sitting on the sofa reading the newspaper after dinner every night ? , But I'll miss the news.It ' s important in my business to keep up with events in China . But I'll miss the news.It ' s important in my business to keep up with events in China . ," I know , I know.Have you got a portable radio ? You can listen to the news and get healthy at the same time . " " I know , I know.Have you got a portable radio ? You can listen to the news and get healthy at the same time . ", That's a good idea ! "Even if our company didn't have a dress code , I still think people would wear formal clothing to work . ", I wouldn't be so sure ... People want to wear what they feel most comfortable in . I wouldn't be so sure ... People want to wear what they feel most comfortable in . ," Maybe that's true for some positions , but I think the marketing and sales staff would definitely not agree . They dress for success ! You can't go out on a sales call if you are dressed in jeans . It's just not respectful to you client . " " Maybe that's true for some positions , but I think the marketing and sales staff would definitely not agree . They dress for success ! You can't go out on a sales call if you are dressed in jeans . It's just not respectful to you client . "," I think what you wear is so overrated . I would rather have a down-to-earth , honest and solid sales person than a painted , patent leather , designer suite salesman . " " I think what you wear is so overrated . I would rather have a down-to-earth , honest and solid sales person than a painted , patent leather , designer suite salesman . "," It's not as simple as that . People judge you by your appearance , whether you like it or not . So dressing professional is being professional . The image that you portray to others is so important in business . It's your image and how others perceive you that makes the difference between landing or losing a sale . " " It's not as simple as that . People judge you by your appearance , whether you like it or not . So dressing professional is being professional . The image that you portray to others is so important in business . It's your image and how others perceive you that makes the difference between landing or losing a sale . "," Maybe you're right , but I'll take my sneakers and jeans any day ! " How much is the postage for this postcard to China ? , How would you like to send it ? How would you like to send it ? , By airmail . By airmail . , Sixty cents please . Sixty cents please . , Here you are . Here you are . , Please write down the zip code in the mailing address . Please write down the zip code in the mailing address . ," Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too . " " Oh , one more thing , I want to send the card by registered mail too . ", OK . please give me twenty cents . OK . please give me twenty cents . , Here it is . and thank you very much . Here it is . and thank you very much . , You're welcome . Would you like me to help you on your new project ? , I would love the help ! Would you prefer helping with the writing part or is programming more your thing ? I would love the help ! Would you prefer helping with the writing part or is programming more your thing ? , I would enjoy helping with the writing portion . I would enjoy helping with the writing portion . , Perfect ! You'll be working alone on that portion . Do you like to work alone ? Perfect ! You'll be working alone on that portion . Do you like to work alone ? , That is OK sometimes . That is OK sometimes . , Our first meeting is next Monday . Could you meet with us at that time ? Our first meeting is next Monday . Could you meet with us at that time ? ," No , I can't be there . " " No , I can't be there . ", Please send me your background information before the meeting so I can look at it . Please send me your background information before the meeting so I can look at it . , I can send that information to you . I can send that information to you . , OK . I look forward to working with you . Enjoy your week ! Welcome to our bar ! , What kind of wine do you offer ? What kind of wine do you offer ? , Here is the wine list . Here is the wine list . , Thanks . Thanks . , What would you like ? What would you like ? , What do you recommend ? What do you recommend ? , What about cocktail ? What about cocktail ? , I'd like to try something typically Chinese . I'd like to try something typically Chinese . ," I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China . " " I recommend Mao Tai , it's the best liquor in China . ", OK . Let me try it . OK . Let me try it . ," Here you are , sir . " " Here you are , sir . ", Thank you . "Happy birthday , Ann . Many happy returns of the day ! Here is a present for you . "," Thank you , Peter . Come into the dining room . We are going to cut the cake soon . " " Thank you , Peter . Come into the dining room . We are going to cut the cake soon . "," Ok , who is that girl ? " " Ok , who is that girl ? "," That's Cathy . She is pretty , isn't she ? She likes dancing . Ask her to dance . " " That's Cathy . She is pretty , isn't she ? She likes dancing . Ask her to dance . "," Well , I don't know . " " Well , I don't know . ", Don't be afraid . She isn't going to bite you . Don't be afraid . She isn't going to bite you . , Who is afraid ? I am not afraid . How do you want your hair cut ? , I want it the way Peckham wears it . I want it the way Peckham wears it . , Who is Peckham ? Who is Peckham ? ," Are you kidding me ? Even the girls know Peckham . Whatever , I have a picture of him here . " " Are you kidding me ? Even the girls know Peckham . Whatever , I have a picture of him here . ", You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs . You are a big fan of him ! He has strong legs . ," Sure , he is a soccer star . " " Sure , he is a soccer star . "," Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ? " " Hey , wake up . It's done . How do you like it ? "," Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball . " " Oh , my God . It's disaster . It makes my head look like a soccer ball . ", But it's the same hairstyle . But it's the same hairstyle . , It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture . It looks like the hairstyle of Kahn who stands beside him in the picture . , Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham . Oh . I made a mistake . I thought the guy on the right was Peckham . , He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right . He plays outside right but it doesn't mean he has to stand on the right . ," Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple . " " Sorry , but do not worry . I think I can fix it . Just cut a little more off the temple . "," Do it , please . " That's great ! We made 20 minutes earlier . ," Good thing , we took a taxi . " " Good thing , we took a taxi . "," Mom , you are the best ! " " Mom , you are the best ! "," Hey , look there . It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard . The place is not far from our home . " " Hey , look there . It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard . The place is not far from our home . "," Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ? " " Mom , come on . What are you thinking about ? ", Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home . Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home . , Don't tell me you want me to do that ? Don't tell me you want me to do that ? , Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there . Why ? Why not ! The piano is right there . , But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough . But I don't like playing the piano . And the homework keeps me busy enough . ," Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself . " " Anyway , I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself . ", How depressed ! I just got sacked . , I'm sorry to hear that . Do you want a taxi ? , Yes . Yes . , Where to ? Where to ? , Do you know where Dawanglu is ? Do you know where Dawanglu is ? ," Yes , I know it . " " Yes , I know it . ", You can take me there ? You can take me there ? ," Yes , of course . Step in , please ! " " Yes , of course . Step in , please ! ", That's good . That's good . ," Buckle up the belt , please . " " Buckle up the belt , please . ", Let's go . Good morning . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad . I'm running a high fever and feeling terribly bad . , How long have you had that problem ? How long have you had that problem ? , Since last night . Since last night . ," Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan . " " Then , you'd better go to the Medical Department . But first , you should fill in the registration card and the registration fee is one Yuan . "," Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ? " " Fine . But can you tell me how to get to the Medical Department , please ? ", Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right . Take the lift to the third floor and then go along until you see the sign on your right . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , You're welcome . How much is it to rent an economy car ? ," $ 19 a day or $ 129 a week , unlimited mileage . " " $ 19 a day or $ 129 a week , unlimited mileage . ", Could I have one for tomorrow morning ? Could I have one for tomorrow morning ? , Could I see your driver's license ? Could I see your driver's license ? , Sure here it is . Sure here it is . , Good . Now just complete this form . What reason do you have for missing school ? , I was sick . I was sick . , How were you sick ? How were you sick ? , I had a stomachache . I had a stomachache . , Did it get any better ? Did it get any better ? , I'm still feeling under the weather . I'm still feeling under the weather . , Would you like anything for your stomach ? Would you like anything for your stomach ? , I took something earlier . I took something earlier . , Get better . Get better . , Thanks a lot . My mother and my wife are always holding different ideas . ," If you are really in love with your wife , you should be in support of her . You can ’ t have it both ways , of course . " " If you are really in love with your wife , you should be in support of her . You can ’ t have it both ways , of course . ", You mean I should please her by following her suggestion . You mean I should please her by following her suggestion . ," Yeah . Love me , and love my dog . " Are you going to watch the Indy Five Hundred on TV this weekend ? , I'm not really into racecar driving . I'm not really into racecar driving . ," You were when we were in high school . That , and baseball . " " You were when we were in high school . That , and baseball . "," Yeah , well , times change . Look at you-you're a father now . You can't say that you haven't changed . " " Yeah , well , times change . Look at you-you're a father now . You can't say that you haven't changed . "," True , but I still have to watch my baseball . The season's in full swing now . " " True , but I still have to watch my baseball . The season's in full swing now . "," I mean , I know spring training's over , but I'm just not into all that . " " I mean , I know spring training's over , but I'm just not into all that . ", Hello ? Is the real Taylor in there ? May I help you ? ," Yes . I'm sorry , but I've lost my passbook . " " Yes . I'm sorry , but I've lost my passbook . ", Well . Can you tell me how much you have deposited ? Well . Can you tell me how much you have deposited ? ," About RIB 12,000 . " " About RIB 12,000 . ", Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it . Please let me have your name and your savings account number if you remember it . , I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number . I'm Bob Brown . But I can't recall my account number . ," Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000 " " Don't worry , Mr . Brown . Let me try to check it for you . One moment , please . Yes , I have your account number here . The balance is exactly RIB 12,000 ", Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much . Thank goodness . It is still there . Thank you very much . , It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account . It's my pleasure . Please fill out this lost passbook bill and list the code word you used when you first opened your account . , OK . May I exchange this DVD player ? , Certainly . Do you have your receipt ? Certainly . Do you have your receipt ? , Here you are . Here you are . ," Now , why do you want to exchange it ? " " Now , why do you want to exchange it ? ", It won't play a DVD . It won't play a DVD . , I'm sorry . I'll get you a new player . I'm sorry . I'll get you a new player . ," At first , I thought it was me . " " At first , I thought it was me . "," Okay , here's a new one for you . " "Would you care for something to drink , Mr . Stone ? "," No , thank you , Mrs . Carter . I'm fine for now . " " No , thank you , Mrs . Carter . I'm fine for now . ", Just make yourself at home . The other guests should be arriving shortly . "Excuse me , Ms . Montgomery ? "," I ’ m sorry , Jeff . Please don ’ t interrupt me right now . I ’ m in the middle of a conversation . " " I ’ m sorry , Jeff . Please don ’ t interrupt me right now . I ’ m in the middle of a conversation . "," Oh , I ’ m sorry , Ms . Montgomery . I ’ ll come back later . " " Oh , I ’ m sorry , Ms . Montgomery . I ’ ll come back later . ", That ’ s all right . I ’ ll be finished in a little while . Do you have much experience with kids ? , Yes . I have three sons . Actually I also have a grandson . Yes . I have three sons . Actually I also have a grandson . ," To tell you the truth , sometimes I regret having a baby so early . I have been making so many sacrifices just because my husband insisted on keeping the baby . " " To tell you the truth , sometimes I regret having a baby so early . I have been making so many sacrifices just because my husband insisted on keeping the baby . ", I understand . I was in your position before . At that time I couldn ’ t depend on anyone taking care of the children for me . My husband seldom stayed at home . I understand . I was in your position before . At that time I couldn ’ t depend on anyone taking care of the children for me . My husband seldom stayed at home . , What about your mother ? Did she help you ? What about your mother ? Did she help you ? ," Yes , she did a little . But you see , Americans are different from Chinese . You can ’ t depend on your own mother to be a full-time babysitter . She could baby-sit only once or twice a week . That ’ s it . I had to care for them most of the time . " " Yes , she did a little . But you see , Americans are different from Chinese . You can ’ t depend on your own mother to be a full-time babysitter . She could baby-sit only once or twice a week . That ’ s it . I had to care for them most of the time . "," I see . So if my little family goes to America , I would end up taking care of my child all the time . My husband would have to make the bread for us . I just don ’ t know how I would get some education and be able to get a job some day . " " I see . So if my little family goes to America , I would end up taking care of my child all the time . My husband would have to make the bread for us . I just don ’ t know how I would get some education and be able to get a job some day . ", Don ’ t worry . You can take night classes . I did that when I had kids . And soon your child will be old enough to attend kindergarten . Then you could find a job and work . Don ’ t worry . You can take night classes . I did that when I had kids . And soon your child will be old enough to attend kindergarten . Then you could find a job and work . ," Sounds not so easy to me . When that happens , I will be too old to learn . " " Sounds not so easy to me . When that happens , I will be too old to learn . "," No . You see , I went back to school to get my Master ’ s Degree when I was in my thirties . You won ’ t be older than that . " I ’ m itching for moving ! , What ’ s the matter ? What annoy you ? What ’ s the matter ? What annoy you ? ," It ’ s so wet and dark , I ’ m just fed up . " Wow ! What ’ s the hold up ? , It ’ s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend . Nobody sticks around in the summer . It ’ s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend . Nobody sticks around in the summer . ," Really ? Then , I guess I won ’ t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab ? " " Really ? Then , I guess I won ’ t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab ? "," Actually , you might because there ’ s a big convention in town this weekend . " " Actually , you might because there ’ s a big convention in town this weekend . ", I ’ m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something . Good evening . Welcome to Cherry's . Do you have a reservation ? ," No , we don't . " " No , we don't . "," How many of you , please ? " " How many of you , please ? "," Six , including two kids . " " Six , including two kids . ", I'm afraid all the big tables are taken . Operator . , Hello . I'd like to make a call to Australia . Hello . I'd like to make a call to Australia . , You can call direct if you like . You can call direct if you like . ," Oh , can I ? " " Oh , can I ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ? Could you please tell me the international prefix and the country code for Australia ? ," Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 . " " Yes , the code for Australia is 61 and then dial the city code and the number . Start with the international code which is 00 . ", What time do the special rates apply ? What time do the special rates apply ? ," Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir . " " Between six in the evening and eight in the morning , sir . ", I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room . I wonder if I can charge this call to my hotel room . ," Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ? " " Certainly . Tell me the room number and your name , please ? ", This is Mr . Ma in room 215 . This is Mr . Ma in room 215 . ," OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards . " " OK , Mr . Ma . I'll tell the front desk clerk the charge afterwards . ", Thanks very much for your help . Thanks very much for your help . , You're welcome . Bye . You're welcome . Bye . , Bye . How is the college search going ? , It's a huge headache . I have no idea what I want to do . It's a huge headache . I have no idea what I want to do . , But don't you want to study music ? Shouldn't it be easy ? But don't you want to study music ? Shouldn't it be easy ? ," It should be , but there are too many options . My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices , but after that ... " " It should be , but there are too many options . My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices , but after that ... "," I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ... " " I know . You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country , a big school or a small school , a public or private school ... "," Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low . " " Yup , you understand . And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college . They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline . And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low . "," I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction.He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended . " " I see . Well , don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school . He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction.He gave me some information , and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended . ", Thanks for the information . And good luck in your college search . "OK , that ’ s fine . Bye . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," That ’ s it , my lease is up . I have to move . " " That ’ s it , my lease is up . I have to move . ", What ? Why ? Can ’ t you renew it ? What ? Why ? Can ’ t you renew it ? , The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot ," Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP . " " Well , I can help you pack . We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP . ", I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ’ m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while . I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something . You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here . I ’ m gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while . ," Well , let me know if there ’ s anything I can do to help out . " " Well , let me know if there ’ s anything I can do to help out . "," Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ? " " Actually , would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks ? ", Hehe .. sure "Henry , do you know how much we spent this month ? "," No , I'm not clear . " " No , I'm not clear . "," we've spent $ 1,000 . " " we've spent $ 1,000 . ", Don't make a fuss.The price is rising "So , you finally got your doctorate in genetics . Well done ! "," Thanks . Now , I have to find a job . " " Thanks . Now , I have to find a job . ", What are you thinking of doing ? What are you thinking of doing ? , I ’ d like to conduct some scientific research into genes . It would be wonderful to make a medical breakthrough . I ’ d like to conduct some scientific research into genes . It would be wonderful to make a medical breakthrough . , There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ’ s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit There must be several private companies that are interested in employing someone like you . You could do some research for a university . There ’ s a lot of discussion about genetics nowadays . Someone wit ," Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made . " " Many companies and universities investing resources in genetics , because there are so many possibilities . Few people know where next discoveries will be made . "," Well , I hope scientists don ’ t decode to make a clone of me in the future ! I wouldn ’ t like to be the subject of an experiment . " I ’ m having a problem . , What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? , A pipe burst in my wall . A pipe burst in my wall . , Is the pipe causing any water damage ? Is the pipe causing any water damage ? , The water is causing mildew . The water is causing mildew . , I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow . I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow . , Can I just call someone myself to fix it ? Can I just call someone myself to fix it ? , I don ’ t think that would be a good idea . I don ’ t think that would be a good idea . , You won ’ t do it until tomorrow . You won ’ t do it until tomorrow . , I guess you have a point . I guess you have a point . ," So , I can call someone to fix it ? " " So , I can call someone to fix it ? ", Go right ahead . What is your salary now ? ," My present pay is RIB 3 , 000 yuan each month . " " My present pay is RIB 3 , 000 yuan each month . ", What's your expected salary ? What's your expected salary ? ," What is important to me is the job and the people who I will be working with , so regarding salary , I leave it to you and I am sure that you will make me a fair offer . " " What is important to me is the job and the people who I will be working with , so regarding salary , I leave it to you and I am sure that you will make me a fair offer . "," I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ? " " I can offer you 5 , 000 yuan per month . Raises are given after three months ' probation period according to your performance . Is this satisfactory ? "," Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it . " " Yes , it is quite satisfactory . I accept it . ", Any question about the work ? Any question about the work ? , To whom should I report ? To whom should I report ? , The general manager of your section . The general manager of your section . , What are the benefits ? What are the benefits ? , We'll offer that on holidays . We'll offer that on holidays . , I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ? I would like to know if there would be any opportunity to work abroad in the future ? ," Yes , we have inspection abroad . " " Yes , we have inspection abroad . ", Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent . Thank you . Then I think it's time for us to sign a letter of intent . , Okay . May I help you ? , What's the price of the bread ? What's the price of the bread ? , 2.50 Yuan . 2.50 Yuan . , And how much is the coca cola ? And how much is the coca cola ? , 3.00 Yuan . 3.00 Yuan . , Here is ten Yuan . Here is ten Yuan . ," Here is your change , please . " " Here is your change , please . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Welcome to my shop next time . "Mr . Brown , I'd like to talk with you about something that is getting to be a problem . I'd like , if possible , to see it settled at this meeting . "," What is it , Mrs . Wang ? " " What is it , Mrs . Wang ? "," It's about the quality of 300 cartons of dried mushrooms . They reached us two weeks ago , and were immediately examined after they arrived . To our astonishment , about 20 % of them were moldy and in many cartons there were even small brownish bugs crawling in and out of the half eaten mushrooms . We can't accept them in this state . They are unfit for human consumption . And the Medical Officer of Health has issued a Stop Notice on them . " " It's about the quality of 300 cartons of dried mushrooms . They reached us two weeks ago , and were immediately examined after they arrived . To our astonishment , about 20 % of them were moldy and in many cartons there were even small brownish bugs crawling in and out of the half eaten mushrooms . We can't accept them in this state . They are unfit for human consumption . And the Medical Officer of Health has issued a Stop Notice on them . ", Is that so ? So far we haven't had any complaint of this kind . Our mushrooms have enjoyed a good reputation for their superior quality for years . We are really at a loss to understand why your lot was found moldy and wormeaten . Have you any evidence ? Is that so ? So far we haven't had any complaint of this kind . Our mushrooms have enjoyed a good reputation for their superior quality for years . We are really at a loss to understand why your lot was found moldy and wormeaten . Have you any evidence ? ," Certainly . Here's a survey report by a well-known lab in London , whose testimony is absolutely reliable . " " Certainly . Here's a survey report by a well-known lab in London , whose testimony is absolutely reliable . "," Though everything may be as you say , there are many factors involved . What's more , your surveyors have not mentioned any cause for the damage . " " Though everything may be as you say , there are many factors involved . What's more , your surveyors have not mentioned any cause for the damage . "," The mushrooms were packed in small one pound plastic bags , sixty of these bags to a carton . It is stated on the surveyor ? s report that external conditions of goods at the time of survey are all sound and intact . So it is obvious the cause of the damage is that the mushrooms were not completely dried before packing . " " The mushrooms were packed in small one pound plastic bags , sixty of these bags to a carton . It is stated on the surveyor ? s report that external conditions of goods at the time of survey are all sound and intact . So it is obvious the cause of the damage is that the mushrooms were not completely dried before packing . "," As you know , before shipment , the Commodity InspectionBureau inspected the goods in question . They concluded that the goods were well dehydrated from fresh and choice material and up to standard for export . " " As you know , before shipment , the Commodity InspectionBureau inspected the goods in question . They concluded that the goods were well dehydrated from fresh and choice material and up to standard for export . "," I think the Inspection Bureau at your end , when effecting inspection , only selected a few package at random these happened to be up to the standard . The part that was not dried properly , most probably , escaped their attention . As the amount in question is only 20 % of the whole shipment , I think it is only reasonable that you should compensate us for the loss . " " I think the Inspection Bureau at your end , when effecting inspection , only selected a few package at random these happened to be up to the standard . The part that was not dried properly , most probably , escaped their attention . As the amount in question is only 20 % of the whole shipment , I think it is only reasonable that you should compensate us for the loss . "," The inspection certificate , which is based on a random selection of 20 % of the consignment as we've agreed on beforehand , is considered final and binding upon both parties . We do not accept any claims for compensation for loss incurred in transit , because you bought the goods F . O . B . Houston and on shipping quality , not on landed quality . Your claim , in our opinion , should be referred to the insurance company , as the mishap occurred after shipment . " " The inspection certificate , which is based on a random selection of 20 % of the consignment as we've agreed on beforehand , is considered final and binding upon both parties . We do not accept any claims for compensation for loss incurred in transit , because you bought the goods F . O . B . Houston and on shipping quality , not on landed quality . Your claim , in our opinion , should be referred to the insurance company , as the mishap occurred after shipment . ", We've already got in touch with the underwriter . But they have refused to accept any liability . They attributed the accident to the effects of dampness during the long sea voyage . We've already got in touch with the underwriter . But they have refused to accept any liability . They attributed the accident to the effects of dampness during the long sea voyage . ," That's a matter over which we could exercise no control , then . I'm afraid I have to insist that you approach the insurance company for settlement , that is , if you have covered this risk in your coverage . " " That's a matter over which we could exercise no control , then . I'm afraid I have to insist that you approach the insurance company for settlement , that is , if you have covered this risk in your coverage . "," To my regret , we failed to cover contamination . This is an unfortunate oversight on our part and a lesson to us . " " To my regret , we failed to cover contamination . This is an unfortunate oversight on our part and a lesson to us . ", Otherwise the insurance company would no doubt have entertained your case . Otherwise the insurance company would no doubt have entertained your case . ," Well , live and learn . It seems we'll have to waive the claim . " "I think I've looked everywhere , but I haven't seen a swimming pool here . "," This hotel has no full-size pool , but we do have swim stations in our gym . " " This hotel has no full-size pool , but we do have swim stations in our gym . ", Swim stations ? Whoever heard of such a thing ? Swim stations ? Whoever heard of such a thing ? , You swim in a swim station just like you run on a treadmill . You swim in a swim station just like you run on a treadmill . , All that exercise in a little pool ! Do I have to pay anything ? All that exercise in a little pool ! Do I have to pay anything ? , The swim stations are available to all guests for no charge . The swim stations are available to all guests for no charge . , Very good . Now can you tell me the hours of operation ? Very good . Now can you tell me the hours of operation ? ," They're available anytime between 7 a . m . and 10 p . m . , seven days a week . " " They're available anytime between 7 a . m . and 10 p . m . , seven days a week . ", Wow ! I can't wait to change into my trunks ! Wow ! I can't wait to change into my trunks ! ," The swim stations are very popular , sir . I hope you don't find a line down there . " "Hello , this is Steven from Blue Sky Co . May I speak to Mr . James ? ", Speaking . Speaking . , Excuse my troubling you . You purchased our products last year and now I am following up to find out about their workings . Are they still in good condition now ? Excuse my troubling you . You purchased our products last year and now I am following up to find out about their workings . Are they still in good condition now ? ," Yeah , exactly ! I bought them last year . En ... at present , they are still in good state . " " Yeah , exactly ! I bought them last year . En ... at present , they are still in good state . "," That's it ! All of them have first-class quality and performance . Besides , we adopt advanced technology . Now we have developed new products . They are much better than what you have bought . " " That's it ! All of them have first-class quality and performance . Besides , we adopt advanced technology . Now we have developed new products . They are much better than what you have bought . ", Your company is developing so fast . Maybe later on I will plan to buy more . Your company is developing so fast . Maybe later on I will plan to buy more . ," That's great ! Thanks for your support . If any , please remember to call us . I am afraid I have to say goodbye now ! Bye , Mr . James ! " " That's great ! Thanks for your support . If any , please remember to call us . I am afraid I have to say goodbye now ! Bye , Mr . James ! ", Bye ! "Excuse me , Professor . I am going to miss next week's class . ", Is this something that you could schedule for another time ? Is this something that you could schedule for another time ? ," No , I have to do this ; it's important ! " " No , I have to do this ; it's important ! ", Have you arranged for someone to take notes for you ? Have you arranged for someone to take notes for you ? , I've made arrangements with a friend to help me . I've made arrangements with a friend to help me . ," You know that I only allow one absence per semester , don't you ? " " You know that I only allow one absence per semester , don't you ? "," Yes , I know . " " Yes , I know . ", Write down your name and the date on a piece of paper and give it to me . Write down your name and the date on a piece of paper and give it to me . ," OK , I can do that . " " OK , I can do that . "," Well , have a good day off from class . " I have to get to Chicago by tomorrow and you're telling me that there are no flights ? ," I'm very sorry , sir . I could put you on a waiting list , but you would be wise to check out other means of travel . " " I'm very sorry , sir . I could put you on a waiting list , but you would be wise to check out other means of travel . ", You mean like a bus ? Have you ever traveled for ten hours on a bus before ? You mean like a bus ? Have you ever traveled for ten hours on a bus before ? , I have not sir . But I do have a number for a very comfortable bus that goes to Chicago every hour from here . I have not sir . But I do have a number for a very comfortable bus that goes to Chicago every hour from here . ," Alright , give me the number . But put me on that waiting list as well . " " Alright , give me the number . But put me on that waiting list as well . "," Here is the number , and your name is on the waiting list . " " Here is the number , and your name is on the waiting list . ", How many people are on the waiting list right now ? How many people are on the waiting list right now ? , Right now I show that there are 176 people on the list . And you are number 176 . How long do I have to wait ? , Two hours.That area is a little backward . Two hours.That area is a little backward . , I see.The bus doesn't come so often as in cities . I see.The bus doesn't come so often as in cities . , You're right . How much will our order from your factory be ? , I'll be happy to get back to you with an estimate in the next few days . I'll be happy to get back to you with an estimate in the next few days . , I'm afraid I can't wait that long . Can your office at least provide me with a ballpark figure ? I'm afraid I can't wait that long . Can your office at least provide me with a ballpark figure ? ," Well , I would need an idea of how large your order would be . About how many units would you need ? " " Well , I would need an idea of how large your order would be . About how many units would you need ? ", Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units . Just give me an estimated figure for an order of 100 units . , Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ? Please give me a few minute to calculate ... Our asking price should be about $ 100 per unit with an order of 100 . Is that price acceptable to you ? ," Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit . " " Your estimated is seems a little high to me , we're willing to pay $ 80 per unit . "," Would an order of only 100 units , it'll be difficult to work within that kind of budget . Maybe if you were ordering 500 units or more units , we might be able to work something out . " "Thank you for coming tonight , Mrs . Webber . As a teacher , it's great seeing the kid's parents assist our parent-teacher conference night . ", Of course ! I am very interested to know how my child is doing and also get some insight from you as to how he can improve . Of course ! I am very interested to know how my child is doing and also get some insight from you as to how he can improve . ," Well Allen is a great student . He is a hard worker and very well behaved , however he does struggle a bit with math . " " Well Allen is a great student . He is a hard worker and very well behaved , however he does struggle a bit with math . "," I guess he gets that from me , I never did well in math when I was a kid . What can I do at home to compliment what he is learning in the classroom . " " I guess he gets that from me , I never did well in math when I was a kid . What can I do at home to compliment what he is learning in the classroom . "," Well , it's important that you sit with him and review his homework assignments and help him with math . I would also recommend he stay after school twice a week for tutoring sessions . It will really help a lot . " " Well , it's important that you sit with him and review his homework assignments and help him with math . I would also recommend he stay after school twice a week for tutoring sessions . It will really help a lot . ", Thanks a lot ! I will definitely do that . Is there anything else ? Thanks a lot ! I will definitely do that . Is there anything else ? ," Um ... yes . Here is a notice from our financial department , seems your child's Tumion is overdue . " " Um ... yes . Here is a notice from our financial department , seems your child's Tumion is overdue . "," Oh yes , I ... " Welcome to IBA . What can we do for you today ? , Hello . I'm a Financial Manager in a local company and we'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account with you . Hello . I'm a Financial Manager in a local company and we'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account with you . ," I see . That shouldn't be a problem , Sir . Which currency would you require ? " " I see . That shouldn't be a problem , Sir . Which currency would you require ? "," We have recently started doing a lot of business with British companies , so we'd like to open a GAP account . How should we go about this ? " " We have recently started doing a lot of business with British companies , so we'd like to open a GAP account . How should we go about this ? "," The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step . " " The first step is to fill in the Account Opening Application and the accompanying Seal Card , stamped with your company's seal . I mean , the business seal and the corporate seal . We also need your Business Licence and the Enterprise Standard Code Certificate . Then we can go on to the next step . ", That's great . Let's begin as soon as possible . "To start with , may I know why you are interested in working for our company ? "," First of all , as far as I know , your company has had impressive records in business . Second , I want to enter the foreign trade field . " " First of all , as far as I know , your company has had impressive records in business . Second , I want to enter the foreign trade field . ", What was your chief responsibility in your past work ? What was your chief responsibility in your past work ? ," I am in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions . " Good morning . My name is Penny White . I'm new here . ," Nice to meet you . My name is Tyler Smith . Let's go to your office desk , follow me please . " " Nice to meet you . My name is Tyler Smith . Let's go to your office desk , follow me please . ", OK . OK . , Here is your working place . Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones . I'm going to call her now so that you can get started . Is that OK ? Here is your working place . Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones . I'm going to call her now so that you can get started . Is that OK ? ," Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started . " " Yes , that's OK . I'm glad to get started . "," If you have any further questions , just ask me . " " If you have any further questions , just ask me . ", OK . Thank you very much . OK . Thank you very much . , You are welcome . Have a nice day . How many languages can you speak ? ," Besides Chinese , I can speak English and French . " " Besides Chinese , I can speak English and French . ", You mean you can read and write both of them ? You mean you can read and write both of them ? ," No , I can only carry on a simple conversation in French . " " No , I can only carry on a simple conversation in French . ", Can you read and write English well ? Can you read and write English well ? , I can speak the language better than read and write . I can speak the language better than read and write . , Do you speak the language well enough to communicate with people of English-speaking countries ? Do you speak the language well enough to communicate with people of English-speaking countries ? , I think so . I used to be an interpreter . I think so . I used to be an interpreter . , Do you think your English is good enough to do desk work ? Do you think your English is good enough to do desk work ? , The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe what I know is sufficient to work in an American firm . Would you care for a drink ? ," No , thanks . I'm fine . " "Good evening , may I help you ? ", Yes . I would like to book a table for 2 at 7:30 tomorrow evening . Yes . I would like to book a table for 2 at 7:30 tomorrow evening . ," I am sorry , there are so many travelers that all our tables have been booked on that day . " " I am sorry , there are so many travelers that all our tables have been booked on that day . "," In that case , please put my name in your waiting list . We know you are quite a good restaurant . " " In that case , please put my name in your waiting list . We know you are quite a good restaurant . "," Thank you , sir . We will phone you as soon as we have a vacant table . " "hey , Tom , did you enjoy your lunch ? "," oh , don't mention it . It was terrible . " " oh , don't mention it . It was terrible . ", what ' the matter ? what ' the matter ? ," the food station was as crowded as usual . I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich , and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone . " " the food station was as crowded as usual . I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich , and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone . ", I see . You simply can't blame the server for this . I see . You simply can't blame the server for this . ," yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district . " " yes , I know . Fast food is so popular in this district . ", that's true . that's true . ," anyway , how was your such , Catherine ? " " anyway , how was your such , Catherine ? ", it was good . I brough lunch from home today . it was good . I brough lunch from home today . , you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America . you did ? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America . ," well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy . " " well , I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy . "," i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat . " " i guess you're right . More often than not , people go there only for convenience . The foods may taste good , but generally speaking , they are high in calories , salt and fat . "," yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ? " " yes . I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle , don't you ? ", you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America . you bet . Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America . ," well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places . " " well , actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places . ", seriously ? seriously ? ," yeah , it's hard to believe but true . " "Good evening , sir . Are you ready to order now ? ", Yes . I'd like to try Chinese food . But I don't know anything about it . Yes . I'd like to try Chinese food . But I don't know anything about it . ," Chinese food is divided into eight big cuisines , such as Cantonese food , Sichuan food , Fujisan food , etc . Our restaurant is famous for Sichuan style . " " Chinese food is divided into eight big cuisines , such as Cantonese food , Sichuan food , Fujisan food , etc . Our restaurant is famous for Sichuan style . ", Is there any difference between Cantonese food and Sichuan food ? Is there any difference between Cantonese food and Sichuan food ? , Yes . Cantonese food is lighter while Sichuan food is spicy and hot . Yes . Cantonese food is lighter while Sichuan food is spicy and hot . , Really ? I like hot food . Can you make a few suggestions ? Really ? I like hot food . Can you make a few suggestions ? , How about the eggplant and minced pork in dry red chili sauce and the ' Tofu ' beancurd ? They are our specialties . How about the eggplant and minced pork in dry red chili sauce and the ' Tofu ' beancurd ? They are our specialties . , OK . I ’ ll have them . Is there any soup ? OK . I ’ ll have them . Is there any soup ? , Yes . Sour soup of Sichuan style . It's our chef ’ s recommendation . Yes . Sour soup of Sichuan style . It's our chef ’ s recommendation . , That ’ s fine . I'll have a try . That ’ s fine . I'll have a try . ," Sir , your dish will take 5 minutes to prepare . While waiting , would you like anything to drink ? " " Sir , your dish will take 5 minutes to prepare . While waiting , would you like anything to drink ? "," Martini , please . " " Martini , please . "," OK , sir . We'll try our best to serve you as soon as possible . " Would you like to come to our party ? , I'd like to . But I'm not myself today . I'd like to . But I'm not myself today . , what happened ? You look so pale . what happened ? You look so pale . , It's the end of the world for me . It's the end of the world for me . , What makes you say that ? What makes you say that ? ," Today , I'm told I failed three courses . " " Today , I'm told I failed three courses . "," Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term . " " Oh , that's too bad . Work harder next term . ", I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me . I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me . , Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine . Don't loose heart . Everything will be fine . , I hope so . What would you like today ? , Let me get a hamburger . Let me get a hamburger . , Do you want cheese on it ? Do you want cheese on it ? , No cheese . No cheese . , Can I get you something to drink ? Can I get you something to drink ? ," Can I get a soda , please ? " " Can I get a soda , please ? ", What kind do you want ? What kind do you want ? , I'd like a Sprite . I'd like a Sprite . , Would you like anything else ? Would you like anything else ? , I'd like a bag of Doritos with that . I'd like a bag of Doritos with that . , Is that all ? Is that all ? , That'll be all . "Look , there's no way we can convince people they need fresh motor oil every morning . "," No , but you can let them know that yours is the cream of the crop-the purest motor oil in the world . Careful , hold it by the java jacket . This coffee drink has half and half-what do you think ? " " No , but you can let them know that yours is the cream of the crop-the purest motor oil in the world . Careful , hold it by the java jacket . This coffee drink has half and half-what do you think ? ", It tastes funny . Why can't people just stick to plain and simple coffee ? It tastes funny . Why can't people just stick to plain and simple coffee ? ," That's just the point ! Purity is the essence of good coffee , right ? " "I'm not sure , is this our stop ? "," Yeah , get off the bus . " " Yeah , get off the bus . ", Do you have any idea where we are ? Do you have any idea where we are ? , I'm really not sure . I'm really not sure . , This can't be the right stop . This can't be the right stop . , I don't think this is right . I don't think this is right . ," We got off too early , didn't we ? " " We got off too early , didn't we ? "," Yeah , we did get off too early . " " Yeah , we did get off too early . ", I should've just stayed on the bus . I should've just stayed on the bus . , I messed up . I messed up . ," Great , we have to walk now . " " Great , we have to walk now . ", You want to wait for the next bus ? "Jenny , what's wrong with you ? Why do you keep weeping like that ? ", Mary told me that she had seen you with John last night . I got to know the fact that you are playing the field . Mary told me that she had seen you with John last night . I got to know the fact that you are playing the field . ," Honey , cross my heart , I'v never looked at another woman since the first day I set my eyes on you ! Believe me , that's the truth . " I really need to find a parking spot . , Are you looking for a space on or off campus ? Are you looking for a space on or off campus ? , Do you know any spaces on campus ? Do you know any spaces on campus ? , You can park in the student parking structure . You can park in the student parking structure . , Where is it located ? Where is it located ? , You'll find the parking structure on the west side of the campus . You'll find the parking structure on the west side of the campus . , Do you have any idea if the parking structure has any spaces left ? Do you have any idea if the parking structure has any spaces left ? ," Last time I checked , it was pretty empty . " " Last time I checked , it was pretty empty . ", What time was it when you went up there ? What time was it when you went up there ? , That was earlier this morning . That was earlier this morning . ," It wouldn't be full right now , would it ? " " It wouldn't be full right now , would it ? ", I have no idea . Can I help you ? ," Yes , would you like to tell me what's playing for tonight ? " " Yes , would you like to tell me what's playing for tonight ? ", Sure . There is a folk concert tonight . Sure . There is a folk concert tonight . , Are there any good seats left ? Are there any good seats left ? , Sorry . There are only some seats in the back . Sorry . There are only some seats in the back . ," Well , what time does it begin ? " " Well , what time does it begin ? ", It begins at 7 p . m .. It begins at 7 p . m .. , OK . I see . OK . I see . , How many tickets do you want ? How many tickets do you want ? , Just two . Just two . , OK . Fifty yuan for each . OK . Fifty yuan for each . , Here is the money . Will I get notification that I qualify for unemployment ? , The Employment Development Office will send you a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter . The Employment Development Office will send you a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter . , What is contained in that letter ? What is contained in that letter ? ," In addition to telling you how much you will receive , the beginning and ending dates of your claim will be included . " " In addition to telling you how much you will receive , the beginning and ending dates of your claim will be included . ", Will the Award Letter tell me what I need to fill out next ? Will the Award Letter tell me what I need to fill out next ? ," You will receive a Continued Claim Form and every two weeks , you must turn it in . " " You will receive a Continued Claim Form and every two weeks , you must turn it in . "," When I fill out the Continued Claim Form , what will I need to tell them ? " " When I fill out the Continued Claim Form , what will I need to tell them ? "," You must show where and when you tried to look for work . If you earned any money , you need to tell them about it . " " You must show where and when you tried to look for work . If you earned any money , you need to tell them about it . ", What other information does the form ask for ? What other information does the form ask for ? , You have to tell them if you were too sick to work on any of the days that you should have been looking for work . "Hey , Mary , nice to see you again . I heard you're going back home to the U . S . ", Yes . I'm leaving tomorrow . I came here just because I want to say good-bye to you . Yes . I'm leaving tomorrow . I came here just because I want to say good-bye to you . , You're so thoughtful . Wish you a good trip home . And we'll miss you . You're so thoughtful . Wish you a good trip home . And we'll miss you . ," I'll miss you too , my friends . " Overseas operator . ," I would like to make a collect call to Taipei , Taiwan , please . " " I would like to make a collect call to Taipei , Taiwan , please . "," Your name , please . " " Your name , please . ", Tim Chen . Tim Chen . ," What's the number , please . " " What's the number , please . "," The area code is 2 , and the number is 2367-9960 . " " The area code is 2 , and the number is 2367-9960 . ", The line is connected . Please go ahead . You look so excited . What happened ? , You are not going to believe this . Do you remember the dress we saw at Mayors that was so beautiful and expensive ? I got it today at half price . You are not going to believe this . Do you remember the dress we saw at Mayors that was so beautiful and expensive ? I got it today at half price . , So they have started the year end sale earlier this year . So they have started the year end sale earlier this year . , How can you stay so calm ? Aren't you going to take a look to see if there is anything for you ? How can you stay so calm ? Aren't you going to take a look to see if there is anything for you ? , I guess I'll wait a few more days . There maybe even bigger discount then . I guess I'll wait a few more days . There maybe even bigger discount then . , But there won't be anything good left . "Where are you going to spend your holidays this year , Harry ? "," We may go abroad . I ’ m not sure . My wife wants to go to Egypt . I ’ d like to go there , too . We can ’ t make up our minds . " " We may go abroad . I ’ m not sure . My wife wants to go to Egypt . I ’ d like to go there , too . We can ’ t make up our minds . ", Will you travel by sea or by air ? Will you travel by sea or by air ? , We may travel by sea . We may travel by sea . ," It ’ s cheaper , isn ’ t it ? " " It ’ s cheaper , isn ’ t it ? "," It may be cheaper , but it takes a long time . " " It may be cheaper , but it takes a long time . ", I ’ m sure you will enjoy yourselves . I ’ m sure you will enjoy yourselves . , Don ’ t be so sure . We may not go anywhere . My wife always worries too much . Who ’ s going to look after the dog ? Who ’ s going to look after the house ? Who ’ s going to look after the garden ? We have t "Mrs.Smith , time has stood still with you ! ", Thank you.You ' re partial . Thank you.You ' re partial . , I'm not flattering you.You ' re full of energy every day . I'm not flattering you.You ' re full of energy every day . , It's nice to hear that anyway . The new webpage design is much more effective than before . I feel confident it will rope in a lot more business because of its user-friendly format . , Why do you think the new page is so much better than the old page ? I thought the old page wasn't half bad ... Why do you think the new page is so much better than the old page ? I thought the old page wasn't half bad ... ," The old page was okay , alright , but there wasn't a big influence in our sales volume , because the site wasn't developed with an eye towards the marketing aspect . Now it's different . We got our marketing department team in on the action , and the results are smashing ... " " The old page was okay , alright , but there wasn't a big influence in our sales volume , because the site wasn't developed with an eye towards the marketing aspect . Now it's different . We got our marketing department team in on the action , and the results are smashing ... ", What changes were made from the old page to the new page ? What changes were made from the old page to the new page ? ," First , the visitors to the site are encouraged to give their contact information . They can sign up for a free monthly drawing . Once we've got their info , it goes into a database for future marketing mailers and advertising targeting . Also , there are clear links to descriptions of our products and services , so as to give confidence to new customers . We also added a specific area for on-line customer service ... So far we've gotten a ton of positive feedback ... " " First , the visitors to the site are encouraged to give their contact information . They can sign up for a free monthly drawing . Once we've got their info , it goes into a database for future marketing mailers and advertising targeting . Also , there are clear links to descriptions of our products and services , so as to give confidence to new customers . We also added a specific area for on-line customer service ... So far we've gotten a ton of positive feedback ... ", Great ! It's said that John's broken up . , Really ? But his wife has always waited on him hand and foot . Really ? But his wife has always waited on him hand and foot . , I hear that John's leading a double wife . I hear that John's leading a double wife . , It's very bad of him to cheat on a lady like his wife . The buildings are really magnificent . ," Yes , millions of travelers come here every year for the view of the buildings . " " Yes , millions of travelers come here every year for the view of the buildings . ", The journey is worth while . Where are we going after this ? The journey is worth while . Where are we going after this ? , We will visit the Statue of Liberty as scheduled . "The mailboxes are right down there , and the laundry room with coin-operated washers and dryers is over there . "," I see . Well , it's nothing spectacular , but it's pretty cheap for an apartment in a decent neighborhood ... O . K . , I think I'll take it . " " I see . Well , it's nothing spectacular , but it's pretty cheap for an apartment in a decent neighborhood ... O . K . , I think I'll take it . "," All right , do you want to sign a nine-month or a one-year lease ? " " All right , do you want to sign a nine-month or a one-year lease ? "," I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school . I can extend it if I want to stay , can't I ? " " I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school . I can extend it if I want to stay , can't I ? ", Sure . Just let us know before your lease expires . Can I have the check please ? ," Right away , sir . " " Right away , sir . ", Is this amount correct ? Is this amount correct ? ," Yes , sir , it is . " " Yes , sir , it is . "," Thank you , the service was good " " Thank you , the service was good ", Please come again . "Where shall I register , please ? ", Here . Do you have a registration card ? Here . Do you have a registration card ? , Yes . Here you are . Yes . Here you are . , Please register your information here and pay for it . And I ’ ll make a medical record for you . Please register your information here and pay for it . And I ’ ll make a medical record for you . , OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ? OK . How much do I need to pay for the registration ? , Please pay ten yuan for the registration . Please pay ten yuan for the registration . , Here is my money . Here is my money . , This is your registration card . Please don ’ t lose it and bring it whenever you come . This is your registration card . Please don ’ t lose it and bring it whenever you come . ," Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ? " " Yes , I will . But can you tell me how to get to the consulting room ? ", Go down this way until you come to the drugstore . Make a left turn and it's just there . Where did you work as a teacher before ? , I taught English in a primary school in Beijing . I taught English in a primary school in Beijing . , What teaching experience have you had ? What teaching experience have you had ? , I am equipped with much experience in teaching for more than 30 years and I also edit teaching materials by myself . what a nice uniform ! , thanks ; do you like it ? thanks ; do you like it ? , not really . I was being sarcastic . Does it come with the job ? not really . I was being sarcastic . Does it come with the job ? ," yes , everyone on the sales floor has to wear one . They're supposed to make us look more professional . " " yes , everyone on the sales floor has to wear one . They're supposed to make us look more professional . ", they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ? they're not actually that bad . They could be worse . What do you think about it ? ," I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day . " " I don't mind it , actually . I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day . ", so are you enjoying your new job ? so are you enjoying your new job ? , it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great . it's much better than my old one . My new boss is great . , how do you like working in sales ? how do you like working in sales ? , I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster . I like the fact that I get to work with people . It makes the day go by much faster . , that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department . that's good . Have you met Jane yet ? She's the intern in the international travel department . ," yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman ! " " yeah , I've met her . She's a genius saleswoman ! ", I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos ! I know ! She could sell fridges to Eskimos ! , how do you know her ? how do you know her ? , she's my cousin . she's my cousin . , why didn't you tell me about that before ? why didn't you tell me about that before ? , I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting . I don't know . I didn't think it was that interesting . ," well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime . " " well , now that I know that , maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime . ", that's a good idea . Let's discuss after work . We still have an important attraction . , What is that ? What is that ? , Melbourne Zoo . Melbourne Zoo . , What's special about Melbourne Zoo ? What's special about Melbourne Zoo ? ," The place is a must-see . This zoo was built in 1862 , and it's the oldest zoo in the world , and still among the best . There are more than 3,000 species of animals here , including the popular kangaroos , wallabies , koalas , and wombats . " " The place is a must-see . This zoo was built in 1862 , and it's the oldest zoo in the world , and still among the best . There are more than 3,000 species of animals here , including the popular kangaroos , wallabies , koalas , and wombats . ", Are the animals caged ? Are the animals caged ? ," Most animals are not locked up in tiny cages . Rather , they are set in almost natural surroundings or well-tended gardens . " " Most animals are not locked up in tiny cages . Rather , they are set in almost natural surroundings or well-tended gardens . ", That's really special . That's really special . ," Of course , I'm sure you will like it . " What is your favorite pastime ? , Fishing . It's great fun . Fishing . It's great fun . , Is it ? Mine is climbing mountains on Sunday mornings . Is it ? Mine is climbing mountains on Sunday mornings . , No wonder you always look so active . "Excuse me , could you please take a picture for us ? ", Sure . Where would you like to stand ? Sure . Where would you like to stand ? ," Over here with the waterfall in the background , please . " " Over here with the waterfall in the background , please . ", OK . OK . , Then just press the black button all the way down . Then just press the black button all the way down . , Are you ready ? Here we go . Say Cheese ! Are you ready ? Here we go . Say Cheese ! , It could be the battery . Let me Check it . It could be the battery . Let me Check it . , Is it the battery ? Is it the battery ? ," Yes , the battery is dead . " " Yes , the battery is dead . ", Do you have an extra battery ? Do you have an extra battery ? ," No , I've only got one . OK , thank you all the same . " " No , I've only got one . OK , thank you all the same . "," If you don't mind , you can use my camera and leave your address with me so I can send you the photos later . " " If you don't mind , you can use my camera and leave your address with me so I can send you the photos later . ", That's so kind of you . Thank you very much ! That's so kind of you . Thank you very much ! , You're welcome . Now smile ... Do you have a boyfriend ? , Yes . Why ? Yes . Why ? ," Well , I came to know a girl 3 weeks ago and we have so much in common . " " Well , I came to know a girl 3 weeks ago and we have so much in common . ", So ? So ? , So I think I may fall in love with her . So I think I may fall in love with her . ," You are attracted to her . That sounds great , but how do you know that it is a crush or it's real love ? " " You are attracted to her . That sounds great , but how do you know that it is a crush or it's real love ? ", Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in love ? Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in love ? ," That's a big question . Well , if you are in love , maybe you ’ ll take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all . " " That's a big question . Well , if you are in love , maybe you ’ ll take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all . ", That's what I did . That's what I did . , And you think about her all the time ? And you think about her all the time ? , Yes . Yes . ," And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid , ie.You used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning , then you begin to like jogging . " " And maybe you suddenly have new interests . I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid , ie.You used to sleep in every morning , but because she jogs every morning , then you begin to like jogging . "," That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs . " " That's it . She likes dogs so much now , and I begin to love dogs . "," Oh , congratulations ! Sounds like you ’ Ve found your soul mate . " " Oh , congratulations ! Sounds like you ’ Ve found your soul mate . "," Thanks . But I know falling in love is one thing , while staying in love is another . " " Thanks . But I know falling in love is one thing , while staying in love is another . "," Yeah , that's right . If you find this person is more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love . " " Yeah , that's right . If you find this person is more and more important to you and you can totally trust her , then you can stay in love . ", Yeah . Falling in love is so good ! Yeah . Falling in love is so good ! , While staying in love is even better . I don't think the lecture is very interesting . ," The lecturer is dull , too . " " The lecturer is dull , too . ", I feel he's like a talking machine . I feel he's like a talking machine . , I feel the same way . "Ann , let's go , or we will be late . ", What time is it ? What time is it ? , It is already 10:25 . It is already 10:25 . ," Well , we still have about 15 minutes . " " Well , we still have about 15 minutes . ", What time did you say the train is leaving ? What time did you say the train is leaving ? , 12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus . 12:05 . And it takes only 20 minutes to get to the station by bus . ," Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ? " " Yes , but what will happen if the bus is late ? "," Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time . " " Relax , those buses run every 10 minutes , so we have plenty of time . ", ( still on the bus . ) What time is it ? ( still on the bus . ) What time is it ? , It is a quarter to twelve . It is a quarter to twelve . ," Oh dear , we will miss our train . " "Hello , Walter ? "," Yes . Hi , what's up ? " " Yes . Hi , what's up ? ", I was wondering if you wanted to go for a walk with us . I was wondering if you wanted to go for a walk with us . ," I'm afraid not . I'm sick . I have a fever but I'm cold , and I threw up earlier . " " I'm afraid not . I'm sick . I have a fever but I'm cold , and I threw up earlier . "," Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better . " " Oh , man . I hope you get to feeling better . ", I would feel better if you came over and took care of me . I would feel better if you came over and took care of me . ," OK , then . I'll be there in a minute . " " OK , then . I'll be there in a minute . ", ( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ? ( after a while ... ) Walter ! Where are you ? , I'm in the bathroom . I'm in the bathroom . , What took you so long ? What took you so long ? , Gross . Diarrhea ? Gross . Diarrhea ? , It's not so bad . It's not so bad . ," OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you . " " OK , whatever , I don't want to hear about it . I'll call the doctor for you . ", It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax . It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax . , Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time . Enough . I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time . ," Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order . " " Why not ? Oh well , I'm ready to eat . No need call the doctor . If we run to the restaurant , I can make it to the restroom and you can order . ", Are you sure you want to go ? Are you sure you want to go ? , To the restroom ? I have no choice . Is this the Friendship Hospital ? Please send an ambulance to 68 Hu Nan Road . , Is it urgent ? Our ambulances are not enough to meet every call . Is it urgent ? Our ambulances are not enough to meet every call . , Of course . It's urgent . I think the partie nt is suffering from acute appendicitis . He may die if not treated in time . Of course . It's urgent . I think the partie nt is suffering from acute appendicitis . He may die if not treated in time . ," All right , we'll come right away . " " All right , we'll come right away . ", ( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ? ( after a while ... ) Where's the patient ? , He's there in the room . He's very ill . He's there in the room . He's very ill . , Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please . Don't worry . We'll put him in the stretcher . You are coming with us ? Step in please . , Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are . Carry him into the emergency ward . Here we are . ," Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room . " " Help the patient bathe and change his clothes , nurse . Then bring him into the operating room . "," ( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor " " ( after a while ... ) I'm his guide . What's the trouble with him , doctor "," He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover . " " He had appendicitis , but is all right now that it was removed . He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover . ", May I send food for him ? May I send food for him ? ," No , outside food is not permitted . " " No , outside food is not permitted . ", Can I come round to see him tomorrow ? Can I come round to see him tomorrow ? ," Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward . " " Yes . But first you must observe the visiting hours , It's from 2 to 5 p . m . By the way , consult the nurse before you enter the ward . ", Yes . Thank you . Yes . Thank you . ," By the way , you can bring some flowers . " " By the way , you can bring some flowers . ", OK . OK . , Don't worry about him . Don't worry about him . , When could I take care of him ? When could I take care of him ? , Our nurse can take good care of him . My Buddha ! ! It's beautiful ! But I thought you were afraid ? ," Actually , I was watching your auction all along . I saw you drop out at $ 250 . " " Actually , I was watching your auction all along . I saw you drop out at $ 250 . ", You sneak ! You sneak ! , I watched Buddha buyer go up to $ 315 . I waited until the very last minute and then I jumped in at $ 325 ! I sniped him ! I watched Buddha buyer go up to $ 315 . I waited until the very last minute and then I jumped in at $ 325 ! I sniped him ! , But that's a lot of money ! Honey ! "Hey , what's the matter ? ", It doesn't matter . I just feel a little dizzy . It doesn't matter . I just feel a little dizzy . , Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ? Are you sure that this has nothing to do with sleep ? , I don't know . "Well , Peter , you have to do better than that next time , won ’ t you ? "," Have I really got to do those exams again , Dad ? " " Have I really got to do those exams again , Dad ? "," Of course , you have . You must try harder this time . " " Of course , you have . You must try harder this time . ", And must I go back to school ? And must I go back to school ? ," No , you needn ’ t do that . You ’ d better get a part-time job somewhere and go to evening classes . " " No , you needn ’ t do that . You ’ d better get a part-time job somewhere and go to evening classes . "," But Dad , I should be working full-time at my age . I ’ m nearly 17 . " " But Dad , I should be working full-time at my age . I ’ m nearly 17 . ", You ought to have worked harder then you wouldn ’ t have failed your exams . You have to take a job and study . You ought to have worked harder then you wouldn ’ t have failed your exams . You have to take a job and study . , What else I ’ Ve got to do ? Join the army ? What else I ’ Ve got to do ? Join the army ? , Who knows ! That might come to later . "Hello , Mr . Jones . We need to have a meeting to discuss our deal . ", Shall I come to your office this afternoon ? Shall I come to your office this afternoon ? , That would be great ! How about 2:30 ? Have you ever been to Xi ’ an ? ," Yes , I ’ Ve been there several times on business trips . But I have never really seen the terra-cotta warriors as it is outside the city . " " Yes , I ’ Ve been there several times on business trips . But I have never really seen the terra-cotta warriors as it is outside the city . "," I ’ Ve heard many people saying that it is a place worth touring . I really want to see the old walls and terra-cotta warriors one day . Of course I won ’ t miss the local food either . You know , the sites interests a food in scenery , food is a key factor when visiting a place . " " I ’ Ve heard many people saying that it is a place worth touring . I really want to see the old walls and terra-cotta warriors one day . Of course I won ’ t miss the local food either . You know , the sites interests a food in scenery , food is a key factor when visiting a place . ", I agree . As long as the food is not too bizarre once I saw some people eating insects . That is frightening . I agree . As long as the food is not too bizarre once I saw some people eating insects . That is frightening . , Sure it is . Is it convenient to get there by plane ? Sure it is . Is it convenient to get there by plane ? ," Well , the airport is quite far from the downtown area , but it is still more convenient than taking the train . " There was something wrong with the plane last Thursday . , Which flight ? Which flight ? ," Flight 198 . Fortunately , there were few passengers . " " Flight 198 . Fortunately , there were few passengers . ", How about the passengers ? How about the passengers ? ," Well , all the passengers and crew members landed on their feet finally . " "Emily , what kind of report is this ? "," What do you mean , Mr . Smith ? You said to make it brief . " " What do you mean , Mr . Smith ? You said to make it brief . "," Don't get smart with me . Here , do it again , but do it right this time . " What do you think of when you're praying ? , I try to picture the Lord's face in my mind . I try to picture the Lord's face in my mind . , Does that help you faith ? Does that help you faith ? , Yes . "Excuse me , how can I fill in this blank ? What does marital status mean ? ", Are you married ? " No , I'm still single . "," Then , you put S in this blank . " I've got a bone to pick with you over your last shipment to Dalian . A part of the goods were damaged in transit . , I'm very sorry to hear that . I'm very sorry to hear that . , Please handle future shipments with more care . Please handle future shipments with more care . , We'll take great care . "Excuse me , haven't we met somewhere before ? "," Yes , I'm Jame , your neighbor when you lived in here last year . " " Yes , I'm Jame , your neighbor when you lived in here last year . "," Oh , I see.Glad to see you here . " " Oh , I see.Glad to see you here . ", Me too . I wonder whether I could possibly borrow your new bicycle now . ," Sorry , I'm using it myself.But you can use it this afternoon . " " Sorry , I'm using it myself.But you can use it this afternoon . ", Thank you very much . Which team do you think will emerge with the last laugh in this World Cup ? , I wish it could be Germany . But it seems they are not in a very good conditions . I wish it could be Germany . But it seems they are not in a very good conditions . ," No , they aren't . They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack ' s header in the final three minutes . Just think , group A consists of Austria , China , and Saudi Arabia , all of which are minnows . " " No , they aren't . They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack ' s header in the final three minutes . Just think , group A consists of Austria , China , and Saudi Arabia , all of which are minnows . ", It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event . Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times . Oh . my goodness ! I'm afraid the team is under a spell . It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event . Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times . Oh . my goodness ! I'm afraid the team is under a spell . ," Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later . " " Well , at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield . They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria . And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense . I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later . "," I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes . " " I agree . Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders , they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate , well-timed passes . "," That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals . " " That's why I still have very high hopes for the team . Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage , the Germans will probably make it through to the finals . "," Yes . They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline , especially in vital , decisive encounters . " The May holiday is coming up soon . Are you planning on going on vacation ? , I am . I just went to the travel agent ’ s and picked up these brochures . I am . I just went to the travel agent ’ s and picked up these brochures . , Where are you planning on going ? Where are you planning on going ? , I fancy going to Tibet for a few days . Have you ever been there ? I fancy going to Tibet for a few days . Have you ever been there ? ," I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there . " " I went a long time ago , before they built the new train that can take you there . ", Would you recommend going there for a few days ? Would you recommend going there for a few days ? ," Personally , I think it ’ d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ’ t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital . " " Personally , I think it ’ d be better to go when you have more time . A few days isn ’ t really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital . ", You ’ re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ? You ’ re probably right . What do you think about Yangshao ? ," It ’ s a beautiful city , but I think it ’ s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ? " " It ’ s a beautiful city , but I think it ’ s become too touristy . How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong ? ", I ’ d like to get away from the big city life . I ’ d like to get away from the big city life . , Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing . Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing . I heard they are very relaxing . ," I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ’ t so far away . " " I guess if I only have a few days , I should probably think about going somewhere that isn ’ t so far away . "," Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ’ s the phone number . " " Since the May holiday is the high season , you should probably call ahead to reserve a room . Here ’ s the phone number . "," Thanks , I ’ ll give them a call later . " "Remittance Advice , how can I help you ? "," I want to send some money to Hangzhou . Today , if possible . " " I want to send some money to Hangzhou . Today , if possible . "," That's no problem . There are 3 ways you can do this , firstly you can send the money account to account , or you can choose to send cash to account or you can send cash to individual . Which service would you like ? " " That's no problem . There are 3 ways you can do this , firstly you can send the money account to account , or you can choose to send cash to account or you can send cash to individual . Which service would you like ? ", I think account to individual would be best . But which is the quickest way ? I think account to individual would be best . But which is the quickest way ? , If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service . If you choose our Urgent Remittance Service the money can be there within 2 hours . There will be a 1 % handling fee and then you need to pay 12 RIB for the Express Delivery Service . ," Right , that's fine . I'd like it to get there as quickly as possible . " Hi . Bob ! We've been working hard at our lessons for a fortnight . So why don't we take it easy this weekend ? , Okay ! What do you suggest ? Okay ! What do you suggest ? , How about seeing a play ? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater . How about seeing a play ? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater . , Is that so ? Why not ? Is that so ? Why not ? ," ( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead . " " ( looking at a newspaper ) Oh , dear me ! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend . So we have to go to cinema instead . ", What's on ? What's on ? , Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night . Let me see .. um . Gone With the Wind . It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night . , That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ? That sounds interesting . Which is the nearest ? ," Ah . The Royal , I think . " " Ah . The Royal , I think . ", What time does it start ? What time does it start ? ," Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think . " " Why don't we go to the 7:30 show ? It is convenient to us , I think . ", But we won't have enough time for dinner . But we won't have enough time for dinner . , Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ? Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show ? , Ah ... I fancy going to the later show . Ah ... I fancy going to the later show . ," Then , there's a 9:30 show . " " Then , there's a 9:30 show . "," That's Okay , I think . " " That's Okay , I think . ", All right . "Hi , Is that David ? "," Hi , Jenny . It's David here . " " Hi , Jenny . It's David here . "," Hey , what's new ? " " Hey , what's new ? ", Not much . My girlfriend just dumped me . Not much . My girlfriend just dumped me . , Sorry to hear that . What happened ? Sorry to hear that . What happened ? ," Well , she told me things just weren ’ t working out and we weren ’ t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue . " " Well , she told me things just weren ’ t working out and we weren ’ t right together . But I thought things were just great . Why did she say this ? It's completely out of the blue . "," Hey , that ’ s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday . " " Hey , that ’ s not the girl with pink hair , is it ? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday . "," What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser . " " What ? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy . Oh , no , I feel like such a loser . "," Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her . " " Hey , she is not worth it . Forget her . ", But she lied to me . But she lied to me . ," Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ? " " Hey , she is not worth it . Anyway , there are plenty more fish in the sea . Listen , let's go for a drink in the town . How about that ? "," Ok , then . " " Ok , then . ", But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face . But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face . , What face ? What face ? , The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better . The one where you look like your dog just died . You have to get over her and the sooner the better . ," Yeah , I know . You are right . " "When it comes to select a fund , you will always read Past performance is not an indication of future results , can you believe that ? "," Maybe it is right since everything is possible . You know the market changes quickly these days . But I still have doubted those funds with bad stock performance . For me , his stock record is the very important criteria to decide which to buy . I really want to decrease the risk reach the minimum and achieve the maximum returns . " " Maybe it is right since everything is possible . You know the market changes quickly these days . But I still have doubted those funds with bad stock performance . For me , his stock record is the very important criteria to decide which to buy . I really want to decrease the risk reach the minimum and achieve the maximum returns . "," If you refuse to take risk , you can ’ t have better returns . " " If you refuse to take risk , you can ’ t have better returns . ", I will think about it . Did you see Ally Mabel last night ? ," Yes , I did . Did you ? " " Yes , I did . Did you ? "," Yes , wasn't it funny ? " " Yes , wasn't it funny ? "," Oh yes , I loved it . Wasn't the scene with the judge great ? " " Oh yes , I loved it . Wasn't the scene with the judge great ? "," Ha , yes , brilliant ! " Who do you think is the greatest novelist in the history of English literature ? , Charles Dickens.Actually no one can parallel him in writing . Charles Dickens.Actually no one can parallel him in writing . , I'm afraid I can't agree with you on that . I like D.H.Laurence ' s novels better . It is difficult for old people to do away with old ideas . , So the reform can not be carried out well . So the reform can not be carried out well . , The government is making efforts to change situation . The government is making efforts to change situation . , Easier said than done . How about another beer ? ," No , thanks . I've had more than enough.In fact , I must be running along . " " No , thanks . I've had more than enough.In fact , I must be running along . ", Stay around for a while.The party is warming up . Stay around for a while.The party is warming up . , I'm afraid I have to leave . I have to be up early tomorrow . This shirt you gave me is not my favorite brand . , Don't look a gift horse in the mouth ! That was the best they had . Do you have any night tours ? ," Yes , we will depart in 10 minutes . " " Yes , we will depart in 10 minutes . ", Is that a guided tour ? Is that a guided tour ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . ", That's fine . Let's get on the bus . Have you anything to declare ? , One bottle of perfume and a watch . One bottle of perfume and a watch . , Where did you buy it ? Where did you buy it ? , In Boston . In Boston . , Do you travel a lot ? Do you travel a lot ? , Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so . Oh ... I go to see my sister twice a year or so . , Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ? Twice a year ? How long has your sister lived in Boston ? , Nearly ten years . Nearly ten years . ," I see , that's a long time.How much was the watch ? " " I see , that's a long time.How much was the watch ? "," I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere.Would you like to see it ? " " I can't remember , but I've got the receipt somewhere.Would you like to see it ? "," Yes , I'd like to see the receipt.Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week . " " Yes , I'd like to see the receipt.Oh ! I see you bough the watch last week . ", Yes.Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ? Yes.Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it ? ," Yes , I'm afraid you will.Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds . " " Yes , I'm afraid you will.Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds . ", Ok.Here you are.Is that all right now ? Ok.Here you are.Is that all right now ? ," Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ? " " Yes , that's fine . I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston ? "," Yes , I did . I had a fine time . " "Hello , is it necessary to do warm-up exercise ? I can't wait to dive into the water . ", I'm sorry . Every customer coming here must do the warm-up exercise before getting down to swimming . That's out regulation . I'm sorry . Every customer coming here must do the warm-up exercise before getting down to swimming . That's out regulation . ," Yeah , I see . You are just doing your job . But I wanna know what the advantages it has . " " Yeah , I see . You are just doing your job . But I wanna know what the advantages it has . "," OK , lovely boy . Try to be patient . Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up ? " " OK , lovely boy . Try to be patient . Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up ? "," As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long . " " As far as I know , people will be weak if they swim too long . ", That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming . That's right . But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming . , Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ? Is it very dangerous ? I'm a little scared . Do you offer the lifebuoy for us ? ," Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that . " " Yes , besides that , we also provide our customers with goggles , swimming suit and something like that . ", Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ? Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen ? ," Of course , all the workers here are able to swim , and they will come to your aid quickly . " "Could I trouble you for a minute , Mr . Graham ? "," Sure , Emily . How can I help you ? " " Sure , Emily . How can I help you ? ", I would like to leave a few minutes early today . Would that be all right ? I would like to leave a few minutes early today . Would that be all right ? ," That ’ s fine , as long as you can get that report typed up before you leave . " "Hello , sir . I'm ready for you . ", Is it my turn ? Is it my turn ? ," Yes , please sit on the chair.How do you want to have your hair cut ? " " Yes , please sit on the chair.How do you want to have your hair cut ? "," Not too long.Cut a little off behind and on both sides , too . " " Not too long.Cut a little off behind and on both sides , too . ", OK.Now lean back a little and keep still . I'm going to shave your face . "By the way miss , where is the toilet ? "," Toilets are in the rear , I am afraid all the toilets are fully occupied at the moment . " " Toilets are in the rear , I am afraid all the toilets are fully occupied at the moment . "," What ? Oh , what we live ! Thank you very much for your help , miss . " " What ? Oh , what we live ! Thank you very much for your help , miss . ", You are welcome . What are the most popular sports in your country ? , Swimming in summer and skating in winter.What ' s your favorite sport ? Swimming in summer and skating in winter.What ' s your favorite sport ? , Jogging and bowling . Do you know how to practise Bungfu ? Jogging and bowling . Do you know how to practise Bungfu ? , No I don't But l do Taijiquan or Shadow boxing.People everywhere in China usually do Taijiquan early in the morning.It can help people keep fit.It has a history of over three hundred years . No I don't But l do Taijiquan or Shadow boxing.People everywhere in China usually do Taijiquan early in the morning.It can help people keep fit.It has a history of over three hundred years . , Is it easy to learn ? Is it easy to learn ? , Yes . it is I can teach you if you like . Yes . it is I can teach you if you like . , Thank you . I can teach you how to bowl . Thank you . I can teach you how to bowl . , Right . Let's help each other . "It's getting late , and I have to go now . ", We're sorry you have to leave . We're sorry you have to leave . ," Please excuse me , won't you ? " " Please excuse me , won't you ? ", Certainly . Come back soon . What's the date today Mr.Brown ? I don't have a calendar . ," Today is Tuesday , 25th September , 2001 . " " Today is Tuesday , 25th September , 2001 . "," 25th Sep ? Oh , I have an appointment tonight . " " 25th Sep ? Oh , I have an appointment tonight . ", What time is your appointment ? What time is your appointment ? , It is at 8 o'clock . It is at 8 o'clock . , What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ? What time is now ? Do you have the correct time ? , I don't know what time it is . I don't know what time it is . , It must be about 6 o'clock . It must be about 6 o'clock . , I have to go now . I don't want to be late . I have to go now . I don't want to be late . , You won't be late . It's still early . "Excuse me , sir . What can I do for you ? ", Is dinner served ? Is dinner served ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . ", Please give me some chicken . Please give me some chicken . ," OK . Would you like something to drink in advance ? We have all kinds of sodas , juices , beers and wines . " " OK . Would you like something to drink in advance ? We have all kinds of sodas , juices , beers and wines . "," Thank you , you are so thoughtful . I think I could use some beers right now . " How are your Chinese lessons going ? , Oh I ’ m learning very slowly . I think Chinese is more difficult than English . Oh I ’ m learning very slowly . I think Chinese is more difficult than English . , Well I guess you have fewer characters but I think Chinese grammar is easier . Well I guess you have fewer characters but I think Chinese grammar is easier . ," Maybe , but I think people usually learn English more quickly than Chinese . " " Maybe , but I think people usually learn English more quickly than Chinese . "," Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier . " " Yes , I guess basic speaking in the English is easier . ", Maybe that ’ s why your English is much better than my Chinese . Everyone wants to be financial lose kill . You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich . I ’ m thinking about buying stocks . It can be a good investment if I can manage well . What do you say ? ," I partly agree with you . Buying stocks is not difficult , but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult . Even professionals don ’ t find it easy , so be careful . Anyway , people like us need help with investing . Why not do some online research ? There are data , reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest . In addition , you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts . " " I partly agree with you . Buying stocks is not difficult , but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult . Even professionals don ’ t find it easy , so be careful . Anyway , people like us need help with investing . Why not do some online research ? There are data , reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest . In addition , you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts . "," Wow , you sound very professional . " " Wow , you sound very professional . ", I just watched the investment TV program last weekend . It has become a very hot topic these days . Actually I am not even a beginner . "Today is your birthday . First of all , happy birthday to you ! ", Thank you for coming . We will have dinner outside . Eat up ! "Listen , Karen , I need your help . I don't know anyone here yet . ", I'm glad to help you . What's wrong ? I'm glad to help you . What's wrong ? , My mother-in-law just went into the hospital in L.A.Hank and I will be flying there tonight . My mother-in-law just went into the hospital in L.A.Hank and I will be flying there tonight . , I'm sorry to hear it . What's wrong with her ? I'm sorry to hear it . What's wrong with her ? ," Doctors aren't sure yet.But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her . " " Doctors aren't sure yet.But the real problem is Suzy . She has a bad cold , and we don't want to take her with us . But we don't know who can stay with her . ", You need a babysitter . You need a babysitter . ," Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight.Maybe even for two nights . " " Yes , I'd ask Jill , the girl I've had before , but I need someone overnight.Maybe even for two nights . ", I could have Suzy stay at my place . I could have Suzy stay at my place . ," I don't want to do that to you , Karen . " " I don't want to do that to you , Karen . ", Why not ? Why not ? , Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days . Your own kids would get Suzy's cold . I think it would be better to have a good babysitter here . But I don't know who to ask . I need someone more mature than Jill . It might even be for two or three days . ," I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston.She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely . " " I know who we can ask . There is a girl I know , Sara Ralston.She is 17 , and she will usually take this kind of job . I know her from my church , and I trust her completely . "," I'd like to talk with her.This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight . " " I'd like to talk with her.This is short notice , I know . But Hank and I are leaving tonight . ", I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible . I'll get you her number . I hope she can do it . She is very responsible . , I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it.But I'd rather have someone a little older . I'm glad you know someone . I knew you would be the best person to ask about this . I don't want to insult Jill or her mother . I think Jill maybe could do it.But I'd rather have someone a little older . , I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself . I'll go home and get Sara's number . I'll call her first myself . , Great . Then call me and let me know if she's free . "Hi , my name is Ted , what ’ s yours ? ", What ? What ? ," I said , I ’ m Ted , who are you ? " " I said , I ’ m Ted , who are you ? "," Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura . " " Huh ? Oh , my name is Laura . "," Do you somewhere often , Laura ? " " Do you somewhere often , Laura ? "," Huh ? I can ’ t hear you , the music ’ s too loud . " " Huh ? I can ’ t hear you , the music ’ s too loud . "," Let ’ s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ? " " Let ’ s go outside and talk . So Laura , do you come here often ? "," Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ? " " Hold on , my ears are still ringing from the music ... what was it you asked me ? ", I asked if you come here often . I asked if you come here often . ," Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ? " " Sometimes , usually once every few weeks . Do you ? "," No , this is my first time here . " " No , this is my first time here . "," I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time . " " I usually come with a group of friends . We dance a little , have a few drinks , and just have a good time . "," Yeah , that ’ s why I ’ m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying . " " Yeah , that ’ s why I ’ m here . My friends dragged me here , because they think I spend too much time studying . "," That ’ s good . It ’ s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while . " " That ’ s good . It ’ s good to hit the books , but you need to get out once in a while . "," I guess so . But the music is too loud . I don ’ t mind getting out and meeting people , but next time I ’ ll do it in a park . " "Hey , the pool's open now ! ", As of today it is . Memorial Day marks the end of the school year and the beginning of summer . As of today it is . Memorial Day marks the end of the school year and the beginning of summer . , So it's time for the kids to get outdoors ... So it's time for the kids to get outdoors ... , ... and for us to get tans in our new bikinis . ... and for us to get tans in our new bikinis . , Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans . Not this Taiwanese girl . We don't like to get suntans . ," That's smart these days with all the news on skin cancer . Hey , there's everybody ! We made it ! " Maybe you'll get another chance at the statue . , I don't think so . Did you ever go and look at your stamp ? I don't think so . Did you ever go and look at your stamp ? , And let them ruin my life ? Forget it ! And let them ruin my life ? Forget it ! , But you've been looking for that stamp for years . But you've been looking for that stamp for years . ," It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills . " " It's not worth it . Besides , I have to save up to pay for some bills . ", Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck . Bummer . I guess we're both out of luck . ," Yeah . Well , I'll see you this weekend . " "Thanks for inviting me to work out with you , Joan . "," Don't mention it , let's go in . " " Don't mention it , let's go in . "," Yeah , this place looks great . Wow , look at her , she can certainly get down , can't she ? " " Yeah , this place looks great . Wow , look at her , she can certainly get down , can't she ? "," She sure can . Are you jealous , Leslie ? " " She sure can . Are you jealous , Leslie ? "," A little , I wish I could do that . " " A little , I wish I could do that . ", You can ! With a little practice . You can ! With a little practice . ," Look at him , he's buff . " " Look at him , he's buff . ", I think he's hot too . I think he's hot too . , How do they all get in such tiptop shape ? How do they all get in such tiptop shape ? , Exercised over and over . Exercise is a key . Exercised over and over . Exercise is a key . , That's it . I decided to turn over a new leaf . I'm going to exercise every single day . That's it . I decided to turn over a new leaf . I'm going to exercise every single day . ," Good for you , Leslie ! " "Paul , what kind of music do you like to listen to ? "," All kinds , but mostly Pop , rock and classical . Why ? " " All kinds , but mostly Pop , rock and classical . Why ? ", I have tickets to a show . Do you want to go with me ? I have tickets to a show . Do you want to go with me ? , What kind of music is it ? What kind of music is it ? , Pop . It's Maria Carey . Pop . It's Maria Carey . , When is it ? When is it ? , At 8P M tomorrow night . At 8P M tomorrow night . ," Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ? " " Yeah , I'd like to go . Do you think we should have dinner first ? "," Yes , that's a good idea . " " Yes , that's a good idea . ", Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment . Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment . ," Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ? " " Oh , I think I know the place you mean . We ate there last month , right ? "," Yes , that's right . You have a good memory . " "Oh , look at those earrings , Maria . They're perfect for you . ", These red ones ? I'm not sure . These red ones ? I'm not sure . ," No , the yellow ones . " " No , the yellow ones . "," Oh , these ? Hmm ... Yellow isn't a good color for me . " " Oh , these ? Hmm ... Yellow isn't a good color for me . "," Well , that necklace isn't bad . " " Well , that necklace isn't bad . ", Which one ? Which one ? , That blue one right there . How much is it ? That blue one right there . How much is it ? , It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive ! It's $ 42 ! ! That's expensive ! ," Hey , let me get it for you . It's your birthday present . " I ’ m having a problem . , What problem are you having ? What problem are you having ? , There have been charges made on my debit card that I didn ’ t make . There have been charges made on my debit card that I didn ’ t make . , Do you have the statement for your card ? Do you have the statement for your card ? , Here it is . Here it is . , What are the charges you ’ re referring to ? What are the charges you ’ re referring to ? , The last four charges on the page . The last four charges on the page . , I ’ m afraid we ’ re going to have to investigate these charges . I ’ m afraid we ’ re going to have to investigate these charges . , How long will an investigation take ? How long will an investigation take ? ," I honestly don ’ t know , but we will freeze payment on these charges . " " I honestly don ’ t know , but we will freeze payment on these charges . ", That sounds absolutely fantastic . How have you been ? ," Fine , thank you . " " Fine , thank you . ", And how ’ s everyone in your family ? And how ’ s everyone in your family ? ," Very well , thank you . I ’ m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12 , would you care to join us ? " " Very well , thank you . I ’ m meeting my wife and daughter for lunch at 12 , would you care to join us ? ", I ’ d love to but I ’ m afraid I can ’ t . I ’ Ve already got a lunch engagement . My baggage is missing ! , Do you have air ticket and claim tag ? Do you have air ticket and claim tag ? , Here they are . Here they are . ," Well , then , would you fill out this PIR from ? And also we need your signature here . " " Well , then , would you fill out this PIR from ? And also we need your signature here . ", How soon would you deliver my baggage ? How soon would you deliver my baggage ? , Hopefully by tomorrow evening.Which hotel are you going to stay ? Hopefully by tomorrow evening.Which hotel are you going to stay ? , At the down town Hilton Hotel . At the down town Hilton Hotel . , When is the expected date of your departure ? When is the expected date of your departure ? , I'm going to return next week . "Hurry up ! Mom , I can't wait any more . "," Look out , honey . Let's come to the shoal waters . Follow me ! " " Look out , honey . Let's come to the shoal waters . Follow me ! "," OK , Mom . Can I swim now ? I want to learn butterfly stroke . " " OK , Mom . Can I swim now ? I want to learn butterfly stroke . "," Honey , listen to me . First , you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out . " " Honey , listen to me . First , you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out . "," Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned . " " Mom , it's so terrible . Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned . "," Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly . " " Do be patient , Honey . Let's do it slowly and correctly . "," Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming . " " Oh , Mom , I think I'm not the right person for swimming . "," Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough . " " Come on , sweetie , you've done very well . It is the first step that is tough . "," Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong . " " Right , I'll make up my mind . Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong . "," Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it . " " Yes , well done . That's the way to go . How clever you are ! You've got it . ", Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart . Really ? I can't believe it . Everything is possible to a willing heart . ," Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head . " " Exactly , next , you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head . "," Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ? " " Yes , like a dolphin . Am I on the right track ? "," That's the way to go . Now , you are flying , my boy . " "Could I have your name , please ? ", Kevin Belknap . Kevin Belknap . , How do you spell your last name ? How do you spell your last name ? , B-E-L-K-N-A-P . B-E-L-K-N-A-P . , Right . Thank you very much ! These are new arrivals . , Let me have a look . Let me have a look . , Try them if you like . Try them if you like . ," I like the fabric , but I don ’ t like the style . " " I like the fabric , but I don ’ t like the style . ", What about that one over there ? What about that one over there ? , They are too bright . "Hello , Is this EYE computers ? "," Yeas , It is.Sewen Jes speaking.How can I help ? " " Yeas , It is.Sewen Jes speaking.How can I help ? "," Actually , I'm calling to complain about your service . The computer I bought last week is faulty . " " Actually , I'm calling to complain about your service . The computer I bought last week is faulty . "," Oh , I'm sorry to hear that , sir.What exactly is problem ? " " Oh , I'm sorry to hear that , sir.What exactly is problem ? "," Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably . " " Well , easily , It doesn't work . It doesn't even start probably . "," Oh , dear ! I'll do well I can . " Do you want to know what really motivates Vince to be nice to me ? , OK . What ? OK . What ? , It isn't gratitude . It's fear . Vince is afraid I'll jump to a competitor . It isn't gratitude . It's fear . Vince is afraid I'll jump to a competitor . , You wouldn't do that . Would you ? You wouldn't do that . Would you ? , I might . Vince knows he needs to keep me happy . I might . Vince knows he needs to keep me happy . , What about your accounts ? Hello . Can I sit here ? , Yes . Yes . ," By the way , I'm Robin . " " By the way , I'm Robin . ", Hi . My name is Jessica . Hi . My name is Jessica . , Nice to meet you . Nice to meet you . ," Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ? " " Pleased to meet you too . And where are you from , Robin ? ", I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ? I'm from Kathmandu . What about you ? ," I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin . " " I'm from New York . Oh , this is my stop . Bye , Robin . ", Bye . See you . "Hi . I want to open an account with you , so I can pay my bills by direct debit . "," That's a very popular way to pay nowadays , totally hassle free ! " " That's a very popular way to pay nowadays , totally hassle free ! "," Yes , that's what I thought . It's so much trouble coming down here or to the post office to pay all of my utility bills every month . So , what exactly do I need to do ? " " Yes , that's what I thought . It's so much trouble coming down here or to the post office to pay all of my utility bills every month . So , what exactly do I need to do ? "," Please fill in this application and sign your name down here , at the bottom . " " Please fill in this application and sign your name down here , at the bottom . ", Here you go . Is that it ? Here you go . Is that it ? ," I just need to see some ID , like a passport for example . " " I just need to see some ID , like a passport for example . ", Here . What's the least I can pay in to get this account open ? Here . What's the least I can pay in to get this account open ? ," We usually ask for 100 RIB , Sir . " " We usually ask for 100 RIB , Sir . "," OK , here you go . " " OK , here you go . "," So , that's everything done for you . Here's your new cheque book , the cheque guarantee will follow in the post in a couple of days . " I prefer potatoes to eggplants . , I feel eggplants are more nutritious . I feel eggplants are more nutritious . ," But as a matter of fact , potatoes taste better . " " But as a matter of fact , potatoes taste better . "," Oh , that's how you see it . " Can you lend me your car ? , Nothing ' doing . Where are you going ? , To the office . I'll be right back . "Excuse me , sir . ", Yes ? Yes ? , Is this your car ? Is this your car ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . "," I'm afraid you've parked on a double yellow line , sir . " " I'm afraid you've parked on a double yellow line , sir . "," Good heavens , am I really ? I'm so sorry , I didn't notice . " " Good heavens , am I really ? I'm so sorry , I didn't notice . "," I'm sorry , sir , but I'll have to give you a ticket . " " I'm sorry , sir , but I'll have to give you a ticket . ", I see . I see . ," My I have your name , please , sir ? " What's that book you have under your arm ? , It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months . It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months . , How in the world did you get a copy ? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn . How in the world did you get a copy ? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn . , I checked it out of the rental library . It only costs five cents a day . I checked it out of the rental library . It only costs five cents a day . , Is it really worth paying for ? Is it really worth paying for ? , I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter . I can't tell yet . I haven't got beyond the first chapter . ," If it's any good , I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition . " They ’ ll do the operation for you this Friday . , But Saturday is my birthday . But Saturday is my birthday . , I think it ’ s important to do now . We can have a birthday party for you when you come out of the hospital . I think it ’ s important to do now . We can have a birthday party for you when you come out of the hospital . , But it won ’ t be on my birthday . But it won ’ t be on my birthday . , But your health is more important . Believe me ! You would be using mainly English in this job . Do you think you can make yourself understood in English with ease ? ," Yes , I think I speak English quite fluently . I've often explained historical places in Xi'an to foreign tourists in English . They say my English is quite good . " " Yes , I think I speak English quite fluently . I've often explained historical places in Xi'an to foreign tourists in English . They say my English is quite good . ", How many years have you been learning English ? How many years have you been learning English ? ," Oh , more than ten years . I started learning English when I was still in a primary school from a foreign teacher . " " Oh , more than ten years . I started learning English when I was still in a primary school from a foreign teacher . "," Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it . " " Well , perhaps that's the reason why you are so fluent in it . ", Certainly . Where are we going to visit today ? , We are going to the national park . We are going to the national park . ," Really ? I have heard there are many famous national park in the US , which one exactly ? " " Really ? I have heard there are many famous national park in the US , which one exactly ? ", The Yellow Rock National Park . The Yellow Rock National Park . , That's wonderful . I will see the Old Faithful for myself . "Dad , hurry ! The train is coming . Aha , I am a superman . "," Don't rush , behave yourself please ! Let the people get off first . " " Don't rush , behave yourself please ! Let the people get off first . "," Oh , we should . There are so many people . What if the train got full before we could get in ? " " Oh , we should . There are so many people . What if the train got full before we could get in ? "," But , if we all pushed our way in , nobody could get off , and nobody could get in either . " " But , if we all pushed our way in , nobody could get off , and nobody could get in either . ", How many stops are there to the Aidan station ? How many stops are there to the Aidan station ? , There are four more stops . There are four more stops . ," Oh , my God ! " " Oh , my God ! "," What's wrong ? You are like a little monkey , on pins and needles ! " " What's wrong ? You are like a little monkey , on pins and needles ! ", Because I need to use the restroom . Is there a restroom on the train ? Because I need to use the restroom . Is there a restroom on the train ? ," No , not on the train , but in the station . " " No , not on the train , but in the station . ", Why not ? You told me that subway is a kind of train . If it had no restroom . what kind of train would that be ? Why not ? You told me that subway is a kind of train . If it had no restroom . what kind of train would that be ? ," Well , that is a question . You want to offer a suggestion ? " " Well , that is a question . You want to offer a suggestion ? "," Oh , yeah , but not today . I am busy with praying the subway may get there as fast as possible . " " Oh , yeah , but not today . I am busy with praying the subway may get there as fast as possible . ", I guess you'll never forget today . Rich ! I ’ m glad I caught you . Mr . Carlton ’ s just come over here from the main office . , Yeah ? What does he want ? Yeah ? What does he want ? , He needs to see the two of us to talk about next week ’ s annual sales meeting . He needs to see the two of us to talk about next week ’ s annual sales meeting . , I haven ’ t got two minutes at the moment . Can ’ t you go over things without me ? What experience do you have with office machinery ? ," I know how to use the telex machine , the photocopier , and the word processor . By the way , I took a computer course in university . " " I know how to use the telex machine , the photocopier , and the word processor . By the way , I took a computer course in university . ", Where do you want to be in five years ? Where do you want to be in five years ? , I want to be a manager . I want to be a manager . , Very good . Any questions ? Very good . Any questions ? , Nothing . I think I'll take the job . Do you know how to play go ? , It's easy . All you have to do is to use your pieces to surround the opponent's pieces and then take over all of his territory . It's easy . All you have to do is to use your pieces to surround the opponent's pieces and then take over all of his territory . , But I heard it is very difficult to play . But I heard it is very difficult to play . ," It's easier said than done . When you actually play , it can be very frustrating . " Couldn't you extend the delivery period by two weeks ? That would make things much easier for us . ," Well , you know the time of shipment means a lot to us . " " Well , you know the time of shipment means a lot to us . "," I can understand , but our company is fully committed at the moment , and hundreds of clients are placing orders for delivery these days . " " I can understand , but our company is fully committed at the moment , and hundreds of clients are placing orders for delivery these days . "," I see.OK , that's agreed then . " Why did you stay home today ? , I'm off today . "Good afternoon , it's nice to see you again . Have you decided to go ahead and try for the Fixed Asset Loan ? ", I'm going to need some more info first . I was wondering about the repayments . How long would I have to pay back the loan ? I'm going to need some more info first . I was wondering about the repayments . How long would I have to pay back the loan ? ," That depends . Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years . The Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan , you see . The loan can be paid in either monthly or quarterly instalments , to suit your needs . " " That depends . Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years . The Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan , you see . The loan can be paid in either monthly or quarterly instalments , to suit your needs . ", And how much is payable in each instalment ? And how much is payable in each instalment ? , You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due . You will need to pay part of the principle sum and part of the interest due . ," Well , as far as I can see , the advantages outweigh the disadvantages . You've sold me ! I'd like to go ahead . " "Hi , I'm calling about the ad in the paper . ", Which ad would that be ? Which ad would that be ? , For the job . For the job . ," Good , which job is that ? We advertised several openings . " " Good , which job is that ? We advertised several openings . ", Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ? Oh ! It was for a market sale manager . Is that still available ? ," Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ? " " Yes , it is . But we'll be making a decision on it pretty soon . Why don't you come in and fill out an application ? ", What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ? What company is this for ? I mean where's the opening ? , We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application . We can discuss that when you come in and fill out the application . ," Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them . " " Well , I'm already in this field and know most of the companies . Before I come in to fill out an application , I need to know who it's with so I know whether or not I'm willing to work with them . ", I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone . I'm afraid I can't discuss that over the phone . , So you're a headhunter . So you're a headhunter . , We're an Employment Agency . What's special for today ? ," Sweet and sour pro chops , Madam . " " Sweet and sour pro chops , Madam . ", We'll have it for two people . We'll have it for two people . ," In a minute , Madam . " Where will it be ? , Take me to the railroad station . Can you put my baggage in the trunk ? Take me to the railroad station . Can you put my baggage in the trunk ? ," OK . But let me park my car in a better position . All right , miss . Where are the bags ? " " OK . But let me park my car in a better position . All right , miss . Where are the bags ? ", Over there . Over there . , That's a lot . What did you bring with you ? That's a lot . What did you bring with you ? , They're just gifts I bought . Don't worry . They are not heavy . Could you tell me where you put my book ? , Which book ? Your cookbook ? Which book ? Your cookbook ? , No . A Walk in the Woods . No . A Walk in the Woods . , Isn ’ t it on the bookshelf ? Isn ’ t it on the bookshelf ? , No . The bookshelf is full of fashion books . No . The bookshelf is full of fashion books . , Then have you put it in the bedroom ? Then have you put it in the bedroom ? , No . Now would you like to help me look for the book ? No . Now would you like to help me look for the book ? , Ok . Look ! It ’ s just near your foot . Ok . Look ! It ’ s just near your foot . ," Oh , very good . " "Wake up , Mary . ", What is it ? It's eight in the morning . What is it ? It's eight in the morning . , We're all going to church . Do you want to come ? We're all going to church . Do you want to come ? , No . I'm not a religious person . No . I'm not a religious person . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night . Maybe next weekend . I went to bed too late last night . ," Okay , then . We'll be back around noon . " " Okay , then . We'll be back around noon . ", Alright . Do you have a copy of today ’ s newspaper ? I want to check the results from the world athletics championship . ," Yes , I ‘ m just reading them myself . It ’ s been a great competition . We got gold medals in three events . " " Yes , I ‘ m just reading them myself . It ’ s been a great competition . We got gold medals in three events . "," Yes , we won the men ’ s 110 metres hurdles . I watched that on TV . What other events did we win ? " " Yes , we won the men ’ s 110 metres hurdles . I watched that on TV . What other events did we win ? ", We won the men ’ s high jump and the women ’ s 1500 meters . We won the men ’ s high jump and the women ’ s 1500 meters . , That ’ s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ’ t win . That ’ s great . Those athletes must train for years to get into peak physical condition . They must be terribly disappointed if they don ’ t win . , The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds . The woman who won the 1500 meters also broke the world record by 2 seconds . , That ’ s amazing ! Were any other records broken ? That ’ s amazing ! Were any other records broken ? ," A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place . " " A Russian man broke the discus record by a centimeters . Out best athlete broke his personal best in the long jump , but it only got him third place . ", Did you see the final of the men ’ s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts . Did you see the final of the men ’ s 100 metres ? It was very exciting . One competitor made two false starts . , Was he disqualified ? Was he disqualified ? ," Yes , he was . I imagine he must be very angry with himself for that . " "Three twenty-five cent stamps , please . "," Here you are . seventy-five cent , please . " " Here you are . seventy-five cent , please . ", And please sent this letter by registered mail . And please sent this letter by registered mail . , Is there anything valuable in it ? Is there anything valuable in it ? , There ’ s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph . There ’ s a check of two hundred dollars and photograph . , Shall I make out a receipt ? Shall I make out a receipt ? , No . don ’ t bother . No . don ’ t bother . , That ‘ ll be ninety-five cents in all . How do you think should I handle this problem ? , You'd just let sleeping dogs lie . You'd just let sleeping dogs lie . , But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss . But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss . , Anything you say or do might make it worse . Just try to ride out the storm for a while . Anything you say or do might make it worse . Just try to ride out the storm for a while . , She's always bothering me . What should I do ? She's always bothering me . What should I do ? , You'd better leave her alone . You'd better leave her alone . , But she always harps on me . But she always harps on me . , Just tell her off . Just tell her off . ," Yes , great ! " May I come in ? ," Yeah , Please do . Now let me show you the house . " " Yeah , Please do . Now let me show you the house . "," This seems a pretty nice room , I should say . " " This seems a pretty nice room , I should say . "," You bet . This is the nicest room in the district . You know what , I just had all the walls repainted last month . " " You bet . This is the nicest room in the district . You know what , I just had all the walls repainted last month . ", What about the kitchen ? What about the kitchen ? ," It's a well furnished eat-in kitchen . The stove and the ice-box are in good order , and the plumbing is OK , too . " " It's a well furnished eat-in kitchen . The stove and the ice-box are in good order , and the plumbing is OK , too . ", I see . I'd like to live here for about three years . I see . I'd like to live here for about three years . , Terrific ! When are you moving in ? Terrific ! When are you moving in ? , Next Saturday at the earliest . Welcome to IBA . Can I help you ? ," Yes , hello . Our company used your bank to send some documents to Malaysia last week . Could you check and see if the proceeds have come back yet , please ? It's Sang Hung Enterprises , based in Kula Lump . " " Yes , hello . Our company used your bank to send some documents to Malaysia last week . Could you check and see if the proceeds have come back yet , please ? It's Sang Hung Enterprises , based in Kula Lump . "," OK , just a moment ... yes , it has arrived . The amount is 51,998 US dollars net , 12 US dollars has been deducted by the intermediary bank . " " OK , just a moment ... yes , it has arrived . The amount is 51,998 US dollars net , 12 US dollars has been deducted by the intermediary bank . ", That's as it should be . When will it be paid in and credited to our account ? That's as it should be . When will it be paid in and credited to our account ? , It's already credited to your account . Excuse me . Do you speak English ? ," Yes , I do . How can I help you ? " " Yes , I do . How can I help you ? "," Well , I've just arrived in my room , but there are no instructions in English about the facilities available ! Could you help me for a moment ? " " Well , I've just arrived in my room , but there are no instructions in English about the facilities available ! Could you help me for a moment ? ", Of course not . What exactly would you like to know ? Of course not . What exactly would you like to know ? ," First , what is the number for room service ? " " First , what is the number for room service ? ", It's 1200 . Room service is available 24 hours a day . It's 1200 . Room service is available 24 hours a day . ," Very good . Now , could you help me to adjust the air conditioning , please ? It's too hot in my room . " " Very good . Now , could you help me to adjust the air conditioning , please ? It's too hot in my room . "," Yes , the control unit is on the wall next to the bathroom . Is 24 ° C all right ? " " Yes , the control unit is on the wall next to the bathroom . Is 24 ° C all right ? "," Yes , that's perfect . Another thing , if need more items for the mini-bar , which Number should I call ? " " Yes , that's perfect . Another thing , if need more items for the mini-bar , which Number should I call ? ", You should call the Housekeeping Department on 2300 . They will replace any stock for you immediately . You should call the Housekeeping Department on 2300 . They will replace any stock for you immediately . ," I see . So , is it possible to make international phone calls from my room ? " " I see . So , is it possible to make international phone calls from my room ? "," That's no problem . Just dial 9 to get an outside line , and then dial the number as usual . " " That's no problem . Just dial 9 to get an outside line , and then dial the number as usual . "," Well , thanks a lot for your help . " " Well , thanks a lot for your help . "," No problem , sir . If there's anything else you need , you can find me at the desk by the elevator , or you can call housekeeping if I'm not there . " " No problem , sir . If there's anything else you need , you can find me at the desk by the elevator , or you can call housekeeping if I'm not there . "," OK , goodbye . " " OK , goodbye . "," Goodbye , sir . " "Delicious ! Did you make this chocolate cake yourself , Fred ? ", Yes . I did . Yes . I did . , It's really good . "I want to leave home , mum . ", Why ? Why ? ," I am a grown-up , and I can stand on my own two feet . " " I am a grown-up , and I can stand on my own two feet . ", It is all up to you . What do you feel your greatest achievement has been at your current job ? , I think my greatest accomplishment has been acquiring the Hans account . I think my greatest accomplishment has been acquiring the Hans account . , That certainly is quite an accomplishment . That certainly is quite an accomplishment . ," Yes , it took a year and a lot of initiative to get that account . " " Yes , it took a year and a lot of initiative to get that account . ", What's your sales record been like there ? What's your sales record been like there ? ," The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ’ m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years . " " The last two years we have seen an increase in sales of about 30 % to 40 % each year , so I ’ m very pleased . And our sales projections are quite good for the next two years . "," If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ? " " If things are going so well , why do you want to leave the firm now ? "," Hmm ... I think I am ready for a new challenge . I've put a good team together at my present company , and I think If I want to take the next step in my career , it's time for me to move on . " I ’ ll sing you a song . ," Yes , sing a song . But don ’ t sing a sad song . " " Yes , sing a song . But don ’ t sing a sad song . "," Most of my songs are sad , sorry . " " Most of my songs are sad , sorry . "," Well , please sing one that ’ s not sad . " " Well , please sing one that ’ s not sad . "," OK , I ’ ll sing San Francisco then . " Any plans tonight ? ," Not really , do you ? " " Not really , do you ? "," Well , I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something . You know , I just came back from a really tough interview . I was quite nervous during the interview . I really want to have the job . Right now , I am still a little on the edge . I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview . " " Well , I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something . You know , I just came back from a really tough interview . I was quite nervous during the interview . I really want to have the job . Right now , I am still a little on the edge . I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview . "," Take it easy . It is all over now . How was it going , anyway ? " " Take it easy . It is all over now . How was it going , anyway ? "," I don ’ t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn ’ t ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me . " " I don ’ t know . I think I did well in the paper exams . I was prepared to answer a lot of questions , but they didn ’ t ask those as I expected . To my surprise , the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me . "," That ’ s strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it “ Getting to know you more personally ” . What about your answers ? " " That ’ s strange . But probably , it is the new interview technique they call it “ Getting to know you more personally ” . What about your answers ? ", Just did my best . Excuse me ! Are you Bart Simpson from Western Electronics ? ," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", I am Steven . I am here to meet you . I am Steven . I am here to meet you . ," Thank you for meeting me at the airport , Steven . " " Thank you for meeting me at the airport , Steven . ", You must be tired after the long flight . Let me carry the bags for you . You must be tired after the long flight . Let me carry the bags for you . , Thanks . Where is our car ? Thanks . Where is our car ? , Our car is in the parking lot . We've booked a room for you . I will take you to the hotel soon . Let's go . Our car is in the parking lot . We've booked a room for you . I will take you to the hotel soon . Let's go . , OK . Let's go . What do you think about all the different diets people go on ? , I don't think dieting is good for you . It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with ! I don't think dieting is good for you . It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with ! , But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ? But what do you think about people who are obese ? What should they do to lose weight ? ," They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though . " " They need to eat healthy foods , but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day . They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether , though . ", So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ? So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate ? ," Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert . " " Sure , they can eat some chocolate . As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods , there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert . ", How about drinking soda ? How about drinking soda ? ," Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke . " " Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda . Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever . If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda , try some diet coke . ", That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ? That's good advice . Have you ever tried taking vitamins ? ," My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start . " " My mother used to make me take vitamins every day , but I don't take them anymore . Vitamins are good as a supplement , but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start . ", How do you know so much about food and dieting ? How do you know so much about food and dieting ? ," You might not believe this , but I used to be twice the size than I am now ! " "Hello , Steven . Annie said that you and Julia have had a quarrel , haven ’ t you ? "," That ’ s true . We had an argument yesterday . She blamed me for not preparing the supper that day , but it was her turn to cook the dinner . " " That ’ s true . We had an argument yesterday . She blamed me for not preparing the supper that day , but it was her turn to cook the dinner . ", That's the reason why you fought ? That's the reason why you fought ? , Yes . Yes . , You two are always quarrelling over little things . You two are always quarrelling over little things . ," That wasn ’ t my fault , but she said ' you're a disgrace ' to me . I'm about to explode ! " " That wasn ’ t my fault , but she said ' you're a disgrace ' to me . I'm about to explode ! ", Are you still mad at her now ? Are you still mad at her now ? ," To be honest , I ’ m not , and I regret a little what I have done . " " To be honest , I ’ m not , and I regret a little what I have done . ", Will you apologize to her ? Will you apologize to her ? , No way . It ’ s her who should apologize . Would you like some more coffee ? , No thanks . I'm full . We need to find our waitress and get our bill . No thanks . I'm full . We need to find our waitress and get our bill . , The waitress is bringing the bill right now . The waitress is bringing the bill right now . ," This waitress has really been on top of things , hasn't she ? " " This waitress has really been on top of things , hasn't she ? "," Yes , this waitress did a great job . " " Yes , this waitress did a great job . "," OK , let's see what the damage is . The total for our meal is $ 36.00 . " " OK , let's see what the damage is . The total for our meal is $ 36.00 . ", What do you think would be the right amount to leave for a tip ? What do you think would be the right amount to leave for a tip ? ," Fifteen percent is a normal tip , but she really did a great job . What do you think about 20 % this time ? " " Fifteen percent is a normal tip , but she really did a great job . What do you think about 20 % this time ? "," Yes , 20 % would be perfect . " " Yes , 20 % would be perfect . ", Her tip will end up being $ 7.20 plus the bill of $ 36.00 . The total will be $ 43.20 . Her tip will end up being $ 7.20 plus the bill of $ 36.00 . The total will be $ 43.20 . ," Yes , that was one fantastic meal ! " " Yes , that was one fantastic meal ! ", I agree . Maybe we can come back again next week . "Hi , excuse me . I am sorry to bug you , but do you know where the Royal Hotel is ? "," Just a minute . I am as busy as a bee right now ... Ok , I am done . What can I do for you ? " " Just a minute . I am as busy as a bee right now ... Ok , I am done . What can I do for you ? "," Well , I seem to be a little bit lost here . I am worried that I ’ ll never find my way . What's worse . I forgot my glasses and as blind as a bat now . " " Well , I seem to be a little bit lost here . I am worried that I ’ ll never find my way . What's worse . I forgot my glasses and as blind as a bat now . "," Well , keep you chin up ! I ’ ll try to help you . Where are you going ? " " Well , keep you chin up ! I ’ ll try to help you . Where are you going ? ", I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ? I am trying to get to the Royal Hotel . Do you know where that is ? ," Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side . " " Yes , no problem . You walk down this street . You turn left at the first intersection . Walk along that road , turn right at the corner . After that , you make a left-hand turn at the first traffic light . The Royal Hotel is on your right side . ", Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ? Great . Are there any landmarks nearby ? ," Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it . " " Yeah , I think so . I think the hotel is right across the street from a post office . It is as plain as the hump on a camel . You can't miss it . "," Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ? " " Oh , that's good . I should be able to find it pretty easily then . Is that far from here ? "," Yeah , it ’ s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ’ d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it . " " Yeah , it ’ s gonna take you a while if you go by foot . I ’ d say it's about a 30 - minute uphill walk . You have to be as strong as a lion to make it . "," Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ? " " Oh , that will take too long and I am kind of in a hurry . Can I take a bus there ? "," Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker . " " Well , you could take a bus there , but you would have to transfer buses twice . A taxi would probably be a lot quicker . ", All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ? All right . I guess I'll take a taxi then . How long will it take by taxi ? , Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi . Not too long . It should take about ten mins by taxi . ," Cool , thanks . " " Cool , thanks . ", You are welcome . I'm the Mortgage Advisor at this branch . You wanted a chat about housing loans ? ," Yes , I've found a wonderful property I wish to buy . Unfortunately , I just don't have access to the cash . " " Yes , I've found a wonderful property I wish to buy . Unfortunately , I just don't have access to the cash . ", I see . It's a problem most of us face . May I ask what the purchase price is ? I see . It's a problem most of us face . May I ask what the purchase price is ? ," It's 600,000 RIB . But I've already put down 200,000 RIB , which is my absolute limit , so I'm looking for a loan of 400,000 RIB . " " It's 600,000 RIB . But I've already put down 200,000 RIB , which is my absolute limit , so I'm looking for a loan of 400,000 RIB . "," So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started . " " So , you've already made a large initial deposit ? That is good news . OK , let's have a look at your credit details and get this started . "," I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward . " " I already have an account with you , so it should be pretty straight forward . "," That is good , it should speed things up nicely . " I think this spring is a good time for us to start looking . , We should plan to move out of here before July . I'm tired of living in apartments . We should plan to move out of here before July . I'm tired of living in apartments . ," I know , dear . I am too . But we've just been too busy to look for a house . " " I know , dear . I am too . But we've just been too busy to look for a house . ", We need to find a good realtor . We need to find a good realtor . ," Not necessarily . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive . " " Not necessarily . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Realtors always get a commission.If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him . " " Realtors always get a commission.If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him . ", But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles . But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles . ," Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them . " " Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them . "," I still think we should have a realtor.We ' re new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house.And also , the realtor will inspect the house.He can tell us if the house has " " I still think we should have a realtor.We ' re new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house.And also , the realtor will inspect the house.He can tell us if the house has "," Of course we need a home inspector.But we can hire an inspector on our own.And as for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us . " " Of course we need a home inspector.But we can hire an inspector on our own.And as for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us . ", So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ? So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ? , It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper.Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads.Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them . It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper.Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads.Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them . , And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ? And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ? ," Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves . " " Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves . ", Why ? Why ? ," Because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher.He will have to pay a commission to the realtor . " " Because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher.He will have to pay a commission to the realtor . ", Hmm . It all sounds very complicated . Hmm . It all sounds very complicated . , It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time.That ' s why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome . It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time.That ' s why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome . , I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like . I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like . , Alright . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drug store . "Would you like any toast , dear ? ", Um ? Um ? ," Toast , dear ? " " Toast , dear ? ", As you like . As you like . ," Would you like any tea , dear ? " " Would you like any tea , dear ? ", It doesn ’ t make any difference to me . It doesn ’ t make any difference to me . ," Oh , you ’ re not listening to me . " " Oh , you ’ re not listening to me . ", Leave me alone . Who's in charge of the construction project ? , We've taken on a civil engineer on a nine-month temporary contract . He'll oversee the whole project . In fact we're having a project meeting at 3 p . m this afternoon allocate responsibilities and finalise the time schedule . Why don't you join us ? We've taken on a civil engineer on a nine-month temporary contract . He'll oversee the whole project . In fact we're having a project meeting at 3 p . m this afternoon allocate responsibilities and finalise the time schedule . Why don't you join us ? , I can ’ t I'm afraid . I've got another meeting scheduled for 2:30 p . m . What's all this noise about ? ," They're discussing whether they should replace Miss Smith , the Music teacher . " " They're discussing whether they should replace Miss Smith , the Music teacher . ", Why ? Why ? , Because she's not responsible enough . I'm going to go shopping for groceries in a little bit . ," Why , do we need groceries ? " " Why , do we need groceries ? ", I believe we are all out of food . I believe we are all out of food . , Do you know what to get ? Do you know what to get ? , I don't know what we need . I don't know what we need . , Why don't you go and check the refrigerator ? Why don't you go and check the refrigerator ? , I would appreciate it if you would do that for me . I would appreciate it if you would do that for me . , Why don't you just get the basics ? Why don't you just get the basics ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Eggs , milk , bread . Things like that . " " Eggs , milk , bread . Things like that . ", Go make that list . Go make that list . ," Sure , no problem . " Why is the long face ? , I'm getting sick of work man . I can't take the political bull in the company any more . I'm getting sick of work man . I can't take the political bull in the company any more . , Did you just get your review or something ? Did you just get your review or something ? ," Yeah , but that's not why I am upset . I just found out another guy got a promotion . He doesn't know how to do anything . He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long . " " Yeah , but that's not why I am upset . I just found out another guy got a promotion . He doesn't know how to do anything . He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long . ", That sucks . That sucks . , I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies . I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies . , Look on the bright side . At least you have a job . Look on the bright side . At least you have a job . , Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it . Yeah . I shouldn't stress about this anymore . It's not like I can do anything about it . ," Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight . " " Exactly . Instead , we should have some drinks tonight . ", How about a cold bottle of beer . How about a cold bottle of beer . , Now you're talking . Do you speak a foreign language ? , Yes . I am capable of speaking English smoothly . I have been learning English for years . Yes . I am capable of speaking English smoothly . I have been learning English for years . , How well do you know English ? How well do you know English ? , I have no trouble communicating with native English Speaker . I even taught spoken English in a training school . "I think the government needs a radical plan to improve things . The government just talks , but in the long run , nothing is done to improve the economy . "," That's right . They always talk about a need for new , progressive tactics , but they haven't done anything to stimulate new jobs . " " That's right . They always talk about a need for new , progressive tactics , but they haven't done anything to stimulate new jobs . "," Well , income taxes were decreased last year in hope to give the economy a boost , but I think it's backfired . The immediate effect of the tax reduction was to cause inflation to rise . " " Well , income taxes were decreased last year in hope to give the economy a boost , but I think it's backfired . The immediate effect of the tax reduction was to cause inflation to rise . ", The worst part is that the inflation hurts the poor more than the rich . It also leads to more unemployment in the long run . I don't know what a good solution would be to make the economy more vibrant again ... The worst part is that the inflation hurts the poor more than the rich . It also leads to more unemployment in the long run . I don't know what a good solution would be to make the economy more vibrant again ... , I have a good solution ... We need some new blood ! We should get rid of this president and boat in some new leaders ! "After probation , you'll find that our silk products feels more comfortable than others . ", How about this product selling from last month on ? How about this product selling from last month on ? ," It's selling like hot cakes , and we have lots of regulars now . Would you like to place a trial order ? " " It's selling like hot cakes , and we have lots of regulars now . Would you like to place a trial order ? "," Am . Well , can I have a try of the sample free of charge ? " " Am . Well , can I have a try of the sample free of charge ? "," Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try . " " Yes , we have the free samples for customers . And you can have a try . ", Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample . Thank you . We'll order once we try the sample . , Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample . Please wait a moment and fill out the order form . And we'll send you our sample . , OK . Are these the clothes you want to have washed ? , Yes . When can I get them back ? Yes . When can I get them back ? ," Well , if they are collected right now , you can get them back tonight . " " Well , if they are collected right now , you can get them back tonight . "," That's fine . By the way , please have that suit dry cleaned . " " That's fine . By the way , please have that suit dry cleaned . ", OK . Please fill in the form first . Yes ? , Do you have any information about the city sights ? Do you have any information about the city sights ? , Sure . There ’ s a lot here in this pamphlet . Sure . There ’ s a lot here in this pamphlet . , Thank you . And what ’ s the best way to get downtown ? Thank you . And what ’ s the best way to get downtown ? , Take the subway . It ’ s $ 1.50 per ride . You can buy a metro card at the station . Take the subway . It ’ s $ 1.50 per ride . You can buy a metro card at the station . , You ’ Ve been very helpful . You ’ Ve been very helpful . , My pleasure . Do you like playing table tennis ? , Certainly . Certainly . , When did you start it ? When did you start it ? , Several years ago . May I be of any assistance ? , I want to have a look at the microwave ovens . I want to have a look at the microwave ovens . , You can have a broad choice here . Are you interested in a particular brand ? You can have a broad choice here . Are you interested in a particular brand ? , Not really . What are these toys over there ? Not really . What are these toys over there ? ," Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town . " " Ma'am , these are complimentary with each purchase . How about that one below the toys ? This is the best seller . They are of the latest model that can be found in town . ", I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ? I don't like its color . A bit too bright . Do you have a grey one ? ," Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock . " " Yes , we do . What a great taste you have ! But we only have one left in stock . ", Really ? How so ? Really ? How so ? ," You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away . " " You know a good product will always sell ! Would you mind waiting for a while , we'll get it right away . ", Okay . Okay . ," Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it . " " Here it is . It's very elegant , I think you will like it . ", How about its quality ? How about its quality ? , Its durability will be a big surprise to you . Its durability will be a big surprise to you . , What about the price ? What about the price ? ," 500 yuan . And if you buy it today , there will be a 15 % discount for you . " Is this the baggage claim area for flight KB256 ? ," Yes , we are on the same plane . " " Yes , we are on the same plane . ", But I am a transfer passenger . I have a connecting flight to Miami . But I am a transfer passenger . I have a connecting flight to Miami . , So you have to bring your baggage to the transfer check-in area . So you have to bring your baggage to the transfer check-in area . , Yes.It ' s quite troublesome . Yes.It ' s quite troublesome . , Why not go and find a porter ? "Are you ready to order now , sir ? ", Yes . Yes . , Would you like an appetizer ? Would you like an appetizer ? , Yes . I'd like a crab cocktail . Yes . I'd like a crab cocktail . , Would you like some soup first ? Would you like some soup first ? , Very well . Very well . , What kind of soup would you like ? What kind of soup would you like ? , I want egg soup . I want egg soup . , Have you decided on anything ? Have you decided on anything ? , I'd like to have some meat . I'd like to have some meat . , How about stewed-fried steamed pork ? How about stewed-fried steamed pork ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", Are you interested in today's special ? Are you interested in today's special ? , What is it ? What is it ? , Twice cooked spicy pork slices . Twice cooked spicy pork slices . , OK . Let me try it . OK . Let me try it . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," No , thank you " "Hey George , how is your chicken ? "," My chicken tastes all right , but it is pretty dry . How is your fish ? " " My chicken tastes all right , but it is pretty dry . How is your fish ? ", My fish is pretty dry too . My fish is pretty dry too . , It's almost as if this food has been sitting a little too long . It doesn't seem fresh . It's almost as if this food has been sitting a little too long . It doesn't seem fresh . ," Yes , it seems that way to me also . " " Yes , it seems that way to me also . ", How are your vegetables ? How are your vegetables ? , My vegetables are very soggy . My vegetables are very soggy . , Mine are the same way . It seems like they've been overcooked . Mine are the same way . It seems like they've been overcooked . ," I don't usually complain , but I think that we should mention this to the waiter . " " I don't usually complain , but I think that we should mention this to the waiter . ", I agree . Maybe they can bring us some better food . "In case you didn't know , I'm checking out in half an hour . "," That won't be a problem , sir . " " That won't be a problem , sir . ", That's good to hear . Now there's still a whole New York day ahead of me . That's good to hear . Now there's still a whole New York day ahead of me . ," You're right , sir . Your whole day is still ahead of you . " " You're right , sir . Your whole day is still ahead of you . "," I still have time to explore more of New York , but I need a place to secure my baggage . " " I still have time to explore more of New York , but I need a place to secure my baggage . "," We have a storage place here , but you have to leave a deposit . " " We have a storage place here , but you have to leave a deposit . "," A deposit , huh ? I would think my baggage would be enough of a deposit . " " A deposit , huh ? I would think my baggage would be enough of a deposit . "," Just present your VISA card , and there won't be any problems . " " Just present your VISA card , and there won't be any problems . ", That deposit bothers me . Give me a minute . That deposit bothers me . Give me a minute . ," Okay , sir , but remember how close it is to your checkout time . " "You are very late , but I was on pins and needles the whole time . "," Oh , I ’ m sorry . " Do you know that Mary an Ben have already separated ? ," Yeah , I know . " " Yeah , I know . "," I didn ’ t know it until yesterday . I put my foot into it , and was even stupid enough to ask when they would get married . " "Hi , Mary . You look pale today . What's the matter with you ? ", I think I've caught a cold . Now I'm aching all over . I think I've caught a cold . Now I'm aching all over . , You'd better take some medicine and have a good rest . I hope you'll be yourself pretty soon . You'd better take some medicine and have a good rest . I hope you'll be yourself pretty soon . , Thank you . I suppose I should go to see a doctor . "Lisa , is there a milk section ? "," No , there's no such section . The dairy section is where you'll find milk and cheese . " " No , there's no such section . The dairy section is where you'll find milk and cheese . ", What's Condiments ? What's Condiments ? , That's where you'll find things like salt and pepper . That's where you'll find things like salt and pepper . ," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . ", Let's go to aisle 4 to pick up some pasta for tonight . Let's go to aisle 4 to pick up some pasta for tonight . , Great ! Pasta for dinner . Great ! Pasta for dinner . , And let's get a loaf of bread at the bakery for breakfast . And let's get a loaf of bread at the bakery for breakfast . , Maybe we should get a shopping cart . Maybe we should get a shopping cart . , I'll put the shopping basket back . Shakespeare was born in 1867 . ," No , it sounds wrong . He was born in the 16th century . " " No , it sounds wrong . He was born in the 16th century . ", Are you sure ? Can you make it more exact ? Are you sure ? Can you make it more exact ? , 1564 . "Say , what's you favorite sport ? "," Mmmm ... , it's hard to say . I like golf a lot-but I guess like skating better . " " Mmmm ... , it's hard to say . I like golf a lot-but I guess like skating better . "," Do you know how to skate , like a skater ? " " Do you know how to skate , like a skater ? "," No , I'm strictly a spectator . I just like watching skating . It's so beautiful . " " No , I'm strictly a spectator . I just like watching skating . It's so beautiful . ", Then you must know a lot about skating . Jack ! Do you want to see a picture of my new puppy ? ," Sure . I thought people only showed off pictures of their new babies , not new pets ! " " Sure . I thought people only showed off pictures of their new babies , not new pets ! "," Well , this is my new baby . He ’ s just as much trouble . That ’ s for sure ! But , he ’ s a lot of fun ! " " Well , this is my new baby . He ’ s just as much trouble . That ’ s for sure ! But , he ’ s a lot of fun ! ", I see what you mean . He ’ s really cute . How old is he ? "Hello , this is Lucy from ABC Company . "," Hello , Lucy . " " Hello , Lucy . ", I ’ m calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for . I ’ m calling to see if you have made your decision . You are the right person we are seeking for . ," Yes , I have decided to work with your company . " " Yes , I have decided to work with your company . ", Good news for us . When can you start to work ? Good news for us . When can you start to work ? , It ’ s my honor to be one member of your company . I ’ d like to begin to work any time as you like . It ’ s my honor to be one member of your company . I ’ d like to begin to work any time as you like . ," Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss . " " Ok , please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday . I will introduce you to our boss . ", No problem . Thank you for calling me . No problem . Thank you for calling me . , You ’ re welcome . "OK , Nick . Here's the question , What movie and its sequel both won an Oscar for Best Picture ? "," The Godfather and The Godfather II , of course . They were both directed by Francis Ford Coppola . " " The Godfather and The Godfather II , of course . They were both directed by Francis Ford Coppola . ", Whew ! I'm impressed ! You really know your stuff ! Whew ! I'm impressed ! You really know your stuff ! ," Only about old movies , really ... " "Paul , you were also a parent of young kids before . So , can you tell me what you did when your kids didn ’ t behave very well ? ", I know Mark is your only child . You may do it differently from what I did . Sometimes I would tap their hands when they made troubles . I know Mark is your only child . You may do it differently from what I did . Sometimes I would tap their hands when they made troubles . ," I do it , too . You know , sometimes when we eat , my child would pull a dish towards him and grab it with his hands and eat . And if it were something he doesn ’ t like , he would spit it out and throw it into other dishes . He does it very often . I really get mad . I can ’ t help spank him sometimes . " " I do it , too . You know , sometimes when we eat , my child would pull a dish towards him and grab it with his hands and eat . And if it were something he doesn ’ t like , he would spit it out and throw it into other dishes . He does it very often . I really get mad . I can ’ t help spank him sometimes . ", And what does your husband do ? And what does your husband do ? , My husband is an American . He criticizes me when I do that . He says that I can ’ t change a child ’ s behavior by using force . He is learning what I am doing now . My husband is an American . He criticizes me when I do that . He says that I can ’ t change a child ’ s behavior by using force . He is learning what I am doing now . ," But spoiling a child is not going to do him good either ! You ’ Ve got to have patience with him and teach him . It ’ s not easy , I know . It ’ s hard . " " But spoiling a child is not going to do him good either ! You ’ Ve got to have patience with him and teach him . It ’ s not easy , I know . It ’ s hard . "," Yeah . I ’ m still learning how to control his behavior and my temper . My child is almost two years old , and I ’ Ve learnt the distraction technique when he cries for something . " What can I do for you ? , I'd like to buy a keepsake for my girlfriend . Could you make a recommendation for me ? I'd like to buy a keepsake for my girlfriend . Could you make a recommendation for me ? , I'd like to . How do you like the hat ? I'd like to . How do you like the hat ? , It's not special . It can be seen everywhere . It's not special . It can be seen everywhere . , How about the umbrella ? It's made of wood and paper . It's very beautiful . How about the umbrella ? It's made of wood and paper . It's very beautiful . , It's interesting . Let me see . It's interesting . Let me see . , Do you like it ? Do you like it ? ," Yes , how much is it ? " " Yes , how much is it ? ", Fifty yuan . Fifty yuan . ," OK , I'll take it . " You did an excellent job in this project . , Thank you . It was a lot of hard work.But I'm glad I did it . Thank you . It was a lot of hard work.But I'm glad I did it . , Congratulations . Congratulations . , When will you give me a raise ? When will you give me a raise ? , Ha ... I am not sure . Ha ... I am not sure . , I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly . I feel quite embarrassed for having to request a pay raise so quickly . , Let me think . How much did you have in mind ? Let me think . How much did you have in mind ? , 5 000 yuan per month . 5 000 yuan per month . , That's a lot of money . Let me think about it carefully . I can't believe the weather is so gorgeous for your wedding . , Yes . It's perfect . Yes . It's perfect . , And all of the flowers are in bloom . And all of the flowers are in bloom . , I couldn't have asked for more . This is Dunlin . Is this Mrs Smith speaking ? ," Yes , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , what can I do for you ? ", I just want to call and say thank you for letting me interview yesterday . I just want to call and say thank you for letting me interview yesterday . ," You are welcome , Mr . Sun . " " You are welcome , Mr . Sun . ", And I also want to know what the status is of the position . And I also want to know what the status is of the position . ," Sorry , we haven't made the decision at all . But we should be making the decision by the end of this week . And we'll get in touch with you once we make it . " " Sorry , we haven't made the decision at all . But we should be making the decision by the end of this week . And we'll get in touch with you once we make it . ", Do you have any questions we didn't cover in the interview ? Do you have any questions we didn't cover in the interview ? , No . No . ," Thank you , I am looking forward to hearing from you . Bye-bye . " " Thank you , I am looking forward to hearing from you . Bye-bye . ", Thank you for the calling . Bye-bye . Excuse me for being late to work . , Where have you been ? Where have you been ? , My car broke down . My car broke down . , That's too bad . Please try to fix it so that it doesn't happen again . That's too bad . Please try to fix it so that it doesn't happen again . ," Yes , I'll work on it . " " Yes , I'll work on it . "," Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project " " Thank you , have a seat . We are working on the new project ", Great ! Fill me in . Great ! Fill me in . , Let's take a look at the Campbell Project . Let's take a look at the Campbell Project . , I don't understand the projected revenues . I don't understand the projected revenues . , Let's take another look at it for those of you who don't understand . "To start with , may I know why you are interested in working for our company ? "," First , as far as I know , your company has had an impressive growth record . Second , I want to get into the foreign trade business . " " First , as far as I know , your company has had an impressive growth record . Second , I want to get into the foreign trade business . ", Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ? Now you are with Quandong Company . What is your chief responsibility there ? ," I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions . " " I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia , for example , organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions . ", Do you have any questions about the job ? Do you have any questions about the job ? , Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ? Yes . Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company ? ," Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas . " " Certainly . This is an international company , and ther're good chances for you to work overseas . ", That would be good . Excuse me . My name is Richard Davis of Magic Office Supplies . I'm here to see Mr.Chen . ," Yes . He's waiting for you in his office . This way , please . " What happened today on the freeway ? , You don't know what happened ? You don't know what happened ? , What did happen ? What did happen ? ," There was a truck on the freeway , and it flipped over . " " There was a truck on the freeway , and it flipped over . ", Really ? Really ? , I wouldn't lie about something like that . I wouldn't lie about something like that . , Were there any injuries ? Were there any injuries ? , I heard that a couple people got hurt . I heard that a couple people got hurt . , Are they all right ? Are they all right ? , The news said they should be fine . The news said they should be fine . , I'm glad to know that everyone made it out okay . I'm glad to know that everyone made it out okay . , Me too . Taxi ! Taxi ! Could you help me load these luggage in the trunk ? ," Let me just park my car in a better position . Alright , miss . Where ’ s the luggage ? " " Let me just park my car in a better position . Alright , miss . Where ’ s the luggage ? ", Over there . May I order some cable from you today ? ," Okay , what package would you like to order ? " " Okay , what package would you like to order ? ", I'm not sure of what packages you offer . I'm not sure of what packages you offer . , We offer packages with all the movie channels . We offer packages with all the movie channels . , Are there any other packages ? Are there any other packages ? , We also have packages with all the sports channels . We also have packages with all the sports channels . , I want a package that has the basic and movie channels . I want a package that has the basic and movie channels . , We have that available . We have that available . , I would like to get that . I would like to get that . , Would you like anything else with your package ? Would you like anything else with your package ? ," That's it , but will I be able to add more channels at another time ? " " That's it , but will I be able to add more channels at another time ? "," Yes , you can add or get rid of channels later on if you would like . " May I help you ? , I have a problem . I have a problem . , What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? , Someone else is making charges on my debit card . Someone else is making charges on my debit card . , I need to see a statement for your debit card . I need to see a statement for your debit card . , I have it right here . I have it right here . , Can you show me which charges you ’ re referring to ? Can you show me which charges you ’ re referring to ? , The last four charges . The last four charges . , We will need to do an investigation on this . We will need to do an investigation on this . , How long will that take ? How long will that take ? , We ’ ll have to freeze payment on those charges until the investigation is finished . We ’ ll have to freeze payment on those charges until the investigation is finished . , I really appreciate your help . But how did you know I was working for WebTracker ? ," When I was in LA , I met the WebTracker sales rep . " " When I was in LA , I met the WebTracker sales rep . ", He couldn't have told you . Only a few people at WebTracker know about me . He couldn't have told you . Only a few people at WebTracker know about me . , The sales rep had a green note pad just like yours . He said everybody at WebTracker used them . The sales rep had a green note pad just like yours . He said everybody at WebTracker used them . , I can't believe it . I can't believe I fell into your trap . I can't believe it . I can't believe I fell into your trap . ," We both may be snakes , Dave , but I'm just better at it . Among the snakes , I'm the sneakiest . " What are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," I have just left school , but I am well acquainted with office work . " " I have just left school , but I am well acquainted with office work . ", Why are you qualified for this position ? Why are you qualified for this position ? ," Since leaving school , I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes , and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively . " " Since leaving school , I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes , and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively . ", What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ? What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst ? ," I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis . " " I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent , which is an essential skill for market analysis . ", What job-related skills do you have ? What job-related skills do you have ? , I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language . Hello . Green Trading Company . What can I do for you ? , I'm Mr.Stephen ' s secretary . He has an appointment with Mr.Green today . I'm Mr.Stephen ' s secretary . He has an appointment with Mr.Green today . , Yes . It'll be at three o'clock this afternoon . Yes . It'll be at three o'clock this afternoon . , I'm afraid we have to reschedule it . I'm afraid we have to reschedule it . , Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ? Didn't we make that appointment a long time ago ? , I'm very sorry . But Mr.stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away . I'm very sorry . But Mr.stephen must leave for Hong Kong right away . , How about Friday afternoon ? How about Friday afternoon ? , That'll be fine . Do you think my briefcase is big enough to put in all these stuff ? ," Let me see . Laptop , flash disk , a ballpoint pen , a pencil , a notebook , a pair of glasses , cell phone , charger , moisture lotion , ... Oh , that is too much . You are not going to a business trip . " " Let me see . Laptop , flash disk , a ballpoint pen , a pencil , a notebook , a pair of glasses , cell phone , charger , moisture lotion , ... Oh , that is too much . You are not going to a business trip . ", I guess I need all of them . I guess I need all of them . ," Actually , the company will provide you with all of these supplies . So , you can leave this very thick notebook at home . " " Actually , the company will provide you with all of these supplies . So , you can leave this very thick notebook at home . ", I know . But it is my lucky charm . I carry it all the time . I know . But it is my lucky charm . I carry it all the time . , Suit yourself . Don ’ t forget to set the alarm clock . "Hi , Mary ! You're here already . Where's Harry ? ", He isn't a punctual person . We may have to wait for a little while . He isn't a punctual person . We may have to wait for a little while . , That should give us time for a cup of coffee . I'll go and get some . That should give us time for a cup of coffee . I'll go and get some . , Make it three cups . Here comes Harry . "Plaza Hotel , good morning . Leo speaking . "," Ah yes , I'd like to book two rooms for myself and my father . Could you tell me the cost of a single room per night ? " " Ah yes , I'd like to book two rooms for myself and my father . Could you tell me the cost of a single room per night ? "," Certainly . A single room is 120 dollars American , per night . " " Certainly . A single room is 120 dollars American , per night . ", Fine . Fine . , And when would you like the rooms ? And when would you like the rooms ? , From the 25th to the 28tri of September . From the 25th to the 28tri of September . , Arriving the 25th of September and leaving on the 28th ? Three nights ? Arriving the 25th of September and leaving on the 28th ? Three nights ? , That's right . That's right . , Just a minute please . Just a minute please . ," Yes , we have rooms available then . You require two single rooms ? " " Yes , we have rooms available then . You require two single rooms ? "," Yes , thank you . " " Yes , thank you . ", Can l have your name please ? Can l have your name please ? , My name is Mona White . My name is Mona White . ," And your father's name , Ms White ? " " And your father's name , Ms White ? ", Jack Webber . Jack Webber . , Could you spell the surname please ? Could you spell the surname please ? , Sure . W-E-double B-E-R . Sure . W-E-double B-E-R . , Double P for Papa ? Double P for Papa ? ," No , double B for Bravo " "Hello , Mr . Smith , Wang Peng speaks . ", Hello ! Mr . Wang . this is Smith . Hello ! Mr . Wang . this is Smith . , I'm calling to thank you for the wonderful dinner I had yesterday . I'm calling to thank you for the wonderful dinner I had yesterday . , It's a pleasure . It's a pleasure . , I'll come back to China tonight . I hope to see you again sometime . I'll come back to China tonight . I hope to see you again sometime . , I hope so . I hope so . , I appreciate all help of you during my stay here . I appreciate all help of you during my stay here . , Don't mention it . Don't mention it . , Please let me know when you go to China and let me be of some assistance to you . Please let me know when you go to China and let me be of some assistance to you . ," Yes , I will . Have a nice flight back . " " Yes , I will . Have a nice flight back . "," Thanks , good-bye ! " " Thanks , good-bye ! ", Good-bye ! What should I do to prepare for a job interview ? , An understanding of the basic workings of a company and the services or goods it provides is essential . Do you have that ? An understanding of the basic workings of a company and the services or goods it provides is essential . Do you have that ? ," Sort of , but I could know more , I guess . " " Sort of , but I could know more , I guess . "," With that understanding , you can figure out what your company is looking for in terms of basic attitude . Right ? " " With that understanding , you can figure out what your company is looking for in terms of basic attitude . Right ? ", I think that they are a very formal company . I think that they are a very formal company . , What you wear is important . So keep in mind what is suitable for the company and type of work you will be doing . Need help ? What you wear is important . So keep in mind what is suitable for the company and type of work you will be doing . Need help ? , I need a lot of help in this area . I need a lot of help in this area . ," In addition to clothes we need to think about other basics , OK ? " " In addition to clothes we need to think about other basics , OK ? "," Yes , what else should we think of ? " " Yes , what else should we think of ? ", Be prompt . Don't forget to be friendly and interested . Listen carefully and listen to what they are really asking you . You'll be a hit ! What's up ? ," Nothing much , what's going on ? " " Nothing much , what's going on ? ", I'm having a party this Friday . I'm having a party this Friday . ," Oh , really ? That's nice . " " Oh , really ? That's nice . ", I wanted to see if you wanted to come . I wanted to see if you wanted to come . ," This Friday ? Sorry , I already have plans . " " This Friday ? Sorry , I already have plans . ", Doing what ? Doing what ? , I'm going to dinner with my family . I'm going to dinner with my family . ," I really wanted you to come , but I understand . " " I really wanted you to come , but I understand . "," Yeah , maybe next time . " " Yeah , maybe next time . ", I'll hold you to that . I'll hold you to that . , Sounds like a plan . "Excuse me , I'd like to make a suit of this material . "," Well , sir . Can I take your measurements first ? " " Well , sir . Can I take your measurements first ? ", Yes . Should I take off my coat ? Yes . Should I take off my coat ? ," That'll be helpful . All right , thank you . " " That'll be helpful . All right , thank you . ", Please make a single-breasted . Please make a single-breasted . ," No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt . " " No , problem . If you'll wait one moment , I'll make out your receipt . ", How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? ," Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether . " " Let me see , with padding and lining cloth , it comes to 357 dollars altogether . ", All right . When can I get it ? All right . When can I get it ? , In two weeks . In two weeks . , Thank you . What are you doing this weekend ? , I am not sure . What are you doing ? I am not sure . What are you doing ? , I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach . I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach . , That sounds like a great idea ! That sounds like a great idea ! , Would you be interested in joining me ? Would you be interested in joining me ? ," Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ? " " Sure , I would love to go with you . When would you be leaving ? ", I thought that we could leave around 8 I thought that we could leave around 8 , That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ? That would give us plenty of time to explore . Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara ? , That was part of my plan . That was part of my plan . ," Well then , I'll see you on Saturday . Thanks for asking me to go with you . " Excuse me . Can I change my seat with you ? I want to sit beside my friend . , Where is your seat ? Where is your seat ? ," It's 9 - A in the middle part , a window seat too . " " It's 9 - A in the middle part , a window seat too . "," OK , you mean the vacant one on the left ? " " OK , you mean the vacant one on the left ? "," Yes , it is . Thank you very much . Let me help you to carry your baggage there . " " Yes , it is . Thank you very much . Let me help you to carry your baggage there . ", No need . I have only this small handbag with me . No need . I have only this small handbag with me . , Thanks . Have a nice trip . You honestly believe the world ’ s improving every year ? ," Yes , I do . I think that science is making us wiser . What do you think ? " " Yes , I do . I think that science is making us wiser . What do you think ? ", I don ’ t think you ’ re right there . I don ’ t think you ’ re right there . , I believe industry is making us wealthier . I believe industry is making us wealthier . , I don ’ t believe that . I don ’ t believe that . ," And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier . " " And in my opinion , medicine is making us healthier . "," I agree with you in the sense . But we ’ re all more miserable than ever , aren ’ t we ? " " I agree with you in the sense . But we ’ re all more miserable than ever , aren ’ t we ? "," I don ’ t agree with you . I maintain that we ’ re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago . " " I don ’ t agree with you . I maintain that we ’ re healthier , wealthier and wiser than we were a hundred years ago . ", That ’ s your opinion not mine . So where is this mystery restaurant that we are going to ? ," It ' s an Indian restaurant ! I know you have never had Indian food , so I thought you might want to try . " " It ' s an Indian restaurant ! I know you have never had Indian food , so I thought you might want to try . ", That sounds great ! I am craving some type of beef dish . That sounds great ! I am craving some type of beef dish . ," Well , Indian cuisine actually doesn ' t serve beef . You see , cows are a sacred animal , a very important element in the Hindu religion , so beef is not eaten . " " Well , Indian cuisine actually doesn ' t serve beef . You see , cows are a sacred animal , a very important element in the Hindu religion , so beef is not eaten . "," I see , so what are we having ? Chicken ? " " I see , so what are we having ? Chicken ? "," There are many amazing dishes to choose from . We can have some chicken tikka masala which is an amazing curry . It ' s a bit spicy , but I think you can handle it . " " There are many amazing dishes to choose from . We can have some chicken tikka masala which is an amazing curry . It ' s a bit spicy , but I think you can handle it . ", Sounds good ! I have always heard that Indian spices give a rich flavor to food . Sounds good ! I have always heard that Indian spices give a rich flavor to food . ," Yeah . Also , we can have some Naan bread which is baked in a tandoori oven . Since you don ' t use any utensils to eat , you can use this bread to scoop up the curry or rice . " " Yeah . Also , we can have some Naan bread which is baked in a tandoori oven . Since you don ' t use any utensils to eat , you can use this bread to scoop up the curry or rice . ", What about veggies ? What about veggies ? ," They have a good variety of vegetable-based dishes like talak panter , vegetable samosas or daal . " " They have a good variety of vegetable-based dishes like talak panter , vegetable samosas or daal . ", It all sounds exquisite ! I can ' t wait ! "Mom , can I have more allowance ? ", What for ? What for ? , I want to buy more books . I want to buy more books . ," Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ? " " Oh , yeah ? Are you joking ? ", Of course not ! I'm telling the truth . Of course not ! I'm telling the truth . ," Honey , it's good if you spend money to buy more books . But $ 100 dollars a week is enough for you already . " "This way , please . We've got a nice private for you . ", That's good . Thank you . That's good . Thank you . , Here we are . I hope you will like it . Here we are . I hope you will like it . , It's good . It's a nice room . It's good . It's a nice room . , And here is the menu . I'll come back soon . And here is the menu . I'll come back soon . , Thank you . Good morning . sir . How may I serve you today ? , I'd like a cup of mocha . I'd like a cup of mocha . , Sure . Large or medium ? Sure . Large or medium ? ," Medium , please . " " Medium , please . ", Anything else to go ? Anything else to go ? , Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also . Yeah . give me a chocolate bar also . , You've got it . You've got it . , Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away . Please have them wrapped . I'll take them away . , Sure . It's seven eighty-nine . Sure . It's seven eighty-nine . , Here's eight dollars . Keep the change . Here's eight dollars . Keep the change . ," Thank you , sir . Have a nice day . " I feel confused by all the diet options out there . I don ’ t know which one actually works . , Most of them are not so practical . It will be very bad for your health if you skip lunches or supers as the recommended . I think making an exercise plan can be more effective . Most of them are not so practical . It will be very bad for your health if you skip lunches or supers as the recommended . I think making an exercise plan can be more effective . , Maybe you ’ re right . It is very expensive to go to a weight-loss center . I ’ d better join in a fitness club . Maybe you ’ re right . It is very expensive to go to a weight-loss center . I ’ d better join in a fitness club . ," You don ’ t need to lose weight , you are not fat . " " You don ’ t need to lose weight , you are not fat . ", I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up . "Hi , how are you ? ", It's nice to meet you . Thanks for coming . It's nice to meet you . Thanks for coming . , It's my pleasure . It's my pleasure . , I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter . I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter . , Is she acting up in class ? Is she acting up in class ? , Not at all . She's a joy to have in my class . Not at all . She's a joy to have in my class . , Is she really ? Is she really ? , She is absolutely wonderful . She is absolutely wonderful . , So she isn't causing you any problems ? So she isn't causing you any problems ? , No . She is actually very intelligent and well behaved . No . She is actually very intelligent and well behaved . , I'm glad to know that you like her . I'm glad to know that you like her . , You have nothing to worry about with her . What a hot day ! ," Yes , summer is coming . " " Yes , summer is coming . ", Where are you going this summer vacation ? Where are you going this summer vacation ? , I'd like to go to Tianjin . I'd like to go to Tianjin . , Do you want to go to the beach there ? Do you want to go to the beach there ? ," Yes , of course . And what's your plan ? " " Yes , of course . And what's your plan ? ", The same to you . The same to you . , That's great . I would like to have a new suit made . something in a dark blue wool . ," Certainly , sir . Double or single breasted ? " " Certainly , sir . Double or single breasted ? ", I think I would like the pants pleated . I am not sure about the jacket though as I'm a little overweight . I think I would like the pants pleated . I am not sure about the jacket though as I'm a little overweight . ," I see , sir . For a gentleman of your size I would recommend a single-breasted jacket as it does tend to make one look a little slimmer . Just let me take your measurements , Let's see , neck 41cm , chest 110cm , wait 120cm and inside leg 70cm . You do have short legs , sir . " " I see , sir . For a gentleman of your size I would recommend a single-breasted jacket as it does tend to make one look a little slimmer . Just let me take your measurements , Let's see , neck 41cm , chest 110cm , wait 120cm and inside leg 70cm . You do have short legs , sir . "," Yes , that is why I usually choose dark colours for my business suits . " " Yes , that is why I usually choose dark colours for my business suits . ", Can you come back in three days for a fitting ? Can you come back in three days for a fitting ? , Certainly . Certainly . , Good that way . I can have the suit ready for you two days after that fitting . "Well , we've been waiting for our luggage for about one hour . ", What kind of bag is it ? What kind of bag is it ? ," It's blue , Samsonite bag . " " It's blue , Samsonite bag . "," What are your room number and your name , please ? " " What are your room number and your name , please ? ", This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen . This is room eleven-seven and my name is Terry Chen . ," Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago . " " Well , let me check . We delivered four bags to room 1106 , you friend's room about an hour ago . "," My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot . " " My friend's room ? Oh , I see . Thanks a lot . ", You're quite welcome . "You look hot and tired . Jack , have you been exercising ? ", Yes . We just had a basketball match with Class Two . Yes . We just had a basketball match with Class Two . , Who won ? Who won ? , They did . They did . , What was the score ? What was the score ? , Seventy to sixty-seven . "Dad , you've been driving for three hours . Why don't we have a switch ? ", There're a lot of chuckholes on this old highway . Driving on it is experience-demanding . There're a lot of chuckholes on this old highway . Driving on it is experience-demanding . , Trust me . I've been driving for two years . Trust me . I've been driving for two years . , Ok . You drive and do be careful . Have you taken your temperature ? ," Yes , and it is 37 ° C . " " Yes , and it is 37 ° C . "," Well , open your mouth and let me have a look . It is nothing serious . You haven't got a fever . But you should take the medicine and need have more rest recently . When you feel well , you could take more exercises , or play sports like basketball , running , and swimming . And eating healthy food , having more fruits and vegetable and drinking milk are good for your heath . " " Well , open your mouth and let me have a look . It is nothing serious . You haven't got a fever . But you should take the medicine and need have more rest recently . When you feel well , you could take more exercises , or play sports like basketball , running , and swimming . And eating healthy food , having more fruits and vegetable and drinking milk are good for your heath . "," Yes , I see . Thanks a lot . " You stepped on my foot ! , Sorry . I didn't mean to . Acknowledgments play a necessary part in the interview . , Sure . Kind acknowledgments can show one's good attainment . Sure . Kind acknowledgments can show one's good attainment . ," We often ignore the acknowledgments in our daily life , and consider them as disposable . " " We often ignore the acknowledgments in our daily life , and consider them as disposable . "," Actually , that's not true . Acknowledgments can help you leave a good impression on others , especially in the public places . " " Actually , that's not true . Acknowledgments can help you leave a good impression on others , especially in the public places . ", We should particularly pay attention to acknowledgments in the interview . We should particularly pay attention to acknowledgments in the interview . ," In the beginning of the interview , it is best that you make acknowledgments for the opportunity of the interview . " " In the beginning of the interview , it is best that you make acknowledgments for the opportunity of the interview . "," Don't forget to say "" Thank you "" when you take a seat . " " Don't forget to say "" Thank you "" when you take a seat . "," Make acknowledgments as well when the interviewer thinks highly of your dressing , experience , or words . " " Make acknowledgments as well when the interviewer thinks highly of your dressing , experience , or words . ", You can win a good impression of the interviewer in this way . You can win a good impression of the interviewer in this way . , Acknowledgments can also help the job-hunters to show their good attainment . Acknowledgments can also help the job-hunters to show their good attainment . ," Finally , at the end of the interview , make acknowledgments to the interviewer again . " " Finally , at the end of the interview , make acknowledgments to the interviewer again . ", Smiles and kind attitudes are the basics of acknowledgments . This house is not looking all that great from here , You can ’ t really tell everything about a house from the outside . Let ’ s go inside . You can ’ t really tell everything about a house from the outside . Let ’ s go inside . , I don ’ t think that it is looking any better inside here . I don ’ t think that it is looking any better inside here . , I think that fresh paint and cleaning would help it look a little better . I think that fresh paint and cleaning would help it look a little better . , It is just too dark in here with so few windows . It is just too dark in here with so few windows . , I hear that the kitchen is quite large . Let ’ s go check it out . I hear that the kitchen is quite large . Let ’ s go check it out . ," The kitchen may be large , but it doesn ’ t have any storage space . " " The kitchen may be large , but it doesn ’ t have any storage space . ", The master suite is supposed to be quite elegant . Maybe it will be a little better . The master suite is supposed to be quite elegant . Maybe it will be a little better . , How many dogs live in this house ? How many dogs live in this house ? , I think that we have seen all that we need to see here . Let ’ s go look at another house . Are you going home now ? ," No , I'm not . " " No , I'm not . ", What are you going to do ? Are you going to work late ? What are you going to do ? Are you going to work late ? ," No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment . " " No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment . ", An apartment ? Why ? An apartment ? Why ? , I'm going to try to find a place near the office . I'm going to try to find a place near the office . , Where are you living now ? Where are you living now ? , Out in the suburbs.It ' s a long trip to work every day . Out in the suburbs.It ' s a long trip to work every day . , How are you going to find an apartment ? How are you going to find an apartment ? , I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads . I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads . , Apartments in the city are expensive . Apartments in the city are expensive . ," I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management . " I don't like the merry-go-round . ," But , I want to ride it , Daddy . " " But , I want to ride it , Daddy . "," Ok , I guess it's worthy of two yuan . " " Ok , I guess it's worthy of two yuan . ", Great . Let's go . "Linda , John and I are going to get married next week . ", That's wonderful . Congratulations . That's wonderful . Congratulations . ," Thank you , Linda . We would love you to come to our wedding . " " Thank you , Linda . We would love you to come to our wedding . ", I'd love to . What date is it ? I'd love to . What date is it ? , It's May 1st . It's May 1st . , What day is that ? What day is that ? , It's Saturday . Could you make the time ? It's Saturday . Could you make the time ? ," Yes , sure . What time will the wedding begin ? " " Yes , sure . What time will the wedding begin ? ", At nine sharp . At nine sharp . , Very good ! I'm looking forward to it . Please give my best regards to John . And I wish you best luck ! Very good ! I'm looking forward to it . Please give my best regards to John . And I wish you best luck ! , Thanks . Your house is too small . Why not buy a big one . , I do wish I could afford one . I do wish I could afford one . , You can get a loan from the bank . You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases . You can get a loan from the bank . You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases . , Of course I know that . But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing ? "Good afternoon , how can I help you ? ", Someone has stolen my gold necklace . Someone has stolen my gold necklace . , I am sorry to hear about that . Would you mind coming with me to my office and tell me exactly what happened here ? I am sorry to hear about that . Would you mind coming with me to my office and tell me exactly what happened here ? , Of course not . Of course not . , Are you sure that it isn't somewhere in your room ? Are you sure that it isn't somewhere in your room ? ," Yes , I've looked everywhere in my room and I can ’ t find it . " " Yes , I've looked everywhere in my room and I can ’ t find it . "," Ok , when and where did you last see it ? " " Ok , when and where did you last see it ? "," Last night on the dresser . I took it off before I went to the shower , and forgot to put it back on after the shower . And this morning I left the hotel in a hurry without wearing it . " " Last night on the dresser . I took it off before I went to the shower , and forgot to put it back on after the shower . And this morning I left the hotel in a hurry without wearing it . ", Are you sure you didn't wear it this morning ? Are you sure you didn't wear it this morning ? ," Yes , I am positive . " " Yes , I am positive . ", Did you remember to lock your door before you left then ? Did you remember to lock your door before you left then ? ," Yes , I think I did . It has to be one of your maids who took it . I want my necklace back . " " Yes , I think I did . It has to be one of your maids who took it . I want my necklace back . "," Well , I understand how you feel , and we will try to do our best to help you . But first please allow me to send one of the housemaids to your room to look for it again thoroughly , just in case it's still in there . If she finds it , we will all be happy . If she doesn't , we will turn the whole matter to the police . But I must say that the hotel can't be held responsible for your loss . You should have locked your gold necklace away at the hotel ’ s safety box . If you had read your key card carefully , you would have realized that we specially warned you to do so . " " Well , I understand how you feel , and we will try to do our best to help you . But first please allow me to send one of the housemaids to your room to look for it again thoroughly , just in case it's still in there . If she finds it , we will all be happy . If she doesn't , we will turn the whole matter to the police . But I must say that the hotel can't be held responsible for your loss . You should have locked your gold necklace away at the hotel ’ s safety box . If you had read your key card carefully , you would have realized that we specially warned you to do so . ", That just isn't good enough . Cet me your general manager . I want to speak to him now . That just isn't good enough . Cet me your general manager . I want to speak to him now . ," I am sorry , ma ’ am . Our general manager is not in town . But I ’ d be more than glad to get you our assistant manager , if you like . But I am afraid that he will say the same thing . We have very clear instructions about valuables and we must follow them . And now if you will excuse me , I'll go and find our assistant manager for you . " "Excuse me , can you tell me the way to the British Museum ? ", Sure . I suggest you take a bus there . It's a bit too long for you to walk there . Sure . I suggest you take a bus there . It's a bit too long for you to walk there . , Which bus should I take ? Which bus should I take ? , Tour 2 . Tour 2 . , What time does the museum open ? What time does the museum open ? , It opens at 9:00 from April to October . It opens at 9:00 from April to October . , Thanks a billion . Welcome to our company . , I really love this kind of atmosphere . I really love this kind of atmosphere . , An impressive officer is vital to the image projected by the company . An impressive officer is vital to the image projected by the company . , There are people everywhere . What's that girl doing ? There are people everywhere . What's that girl doing ? , She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network . She is dealing with customers and driving up new business . The guy next to her is in charge of their office computer network . , And what about that man there ? And what about that man there ? , He is our accountant . He is our accountant . , I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees . I see you have a coffee bar for a water cooler . The staff here must be comfortable . I think it really helps morale when people feel supported by their employees . ," Indeed , they are . Keeping staff happy is the only way to keep them with the company . " "Hi Amanda , how are you ? I've missed working with you and the whole gang since my transfer last week . ", We've missed you too . The office just isn't the same without you . How is your new job ? We've missed you too . The office just isn't the same without you . How is your new job ? ," It's great . I really get to focus on what I like to do and everyone has been very nice and welcoming . However , I'm having a small problem with my new colleagues . " " It's great . I really get to focus on what I like to do and everyone has been very nice and welcoming . However , I'm having a small problem with my new colleagues . ", What happened ? What happened ? ," Well , three people are celebrating their birthdays this month and the policy here is for everyone to contribute ten dollars to a card and cake for each person . " " Well , three people are celebrating their birthdays this month and the policy here is for everyone to contribute ten dollars to a card and cake for each person . "," Wow , so you'll be out thirty dollars on your first week at work ! " " Wow , so you'll be out thirty dollars on your first week at work ! "," I know . It is a lot of money and I haven't gotten to know any of the people celebrating their birthdays well enough yet . At our old department , it was only three dollars for each birthday and there were only ten of us . " " I know . It is a lot of money and I haven't gotten to know any of the people celebrating their birthdays well enough yet . At our old department , it was only three dollars for each birthday and there were only ten of us . "," Well , every department is different . You wouldn't want your new co-workers to think you're a Grinch , right ? " " Well , every department is different . You wouldn't want your new co-workers to think you're a Grinch , right ? ", What is that ? What is that ? , A Grinch is a person who spoils the mood at a happy occasion by being selfish or unenthusiastic . You know - a party proper . A Grinch is a person who spoils the mood at a happy occasion by being selfish or unenthusiastic . You know - a party proper . ," I definitely don't want to be that ! But , I still think it's unreasonable for them to ask me for such a big sum of money when we don't know each other very well . What should I do ? " Do you take a bus to and from work ? ," Yeah , everyday . And there ’ s only one choice.All the other buses are going the other direction . " " Yeah , everyday . And there ’ s only one choice.All the other buses are going the other direction . "," Hmm . I have the same problem . When I leave work , it ’ s always rush hour.So the buses are always crowded . " " Hmm . I have the same problem . When I leave work , it ’ s always rush hour.So the buses are always crowded . "," Oh , yeah , it ’ s terrible . I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China . It ’ s when so many people try to get onto one city bus , and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt . " " Oh , yeah , it ’ s terrible . I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China . It ’ s when so many people try to get onto one city bus , and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt . "," That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus . " " That sounds terrible the way you describe it . But you know , not long ago I really suffered on the bus . ", What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ? What happened ? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus ? ," You just can ’ t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding ! " " You just can ’ t imagine ! I waited for the first bus but it was too full , so I waited for the second , and it was still very crowded . Then I decided not to wait for the next one , and got on the second bus . It was so full that I had to stand on one foot ! No kidding ! "," Hmm . Good exercise , uh ? " " Hmm . Good exercise , uh ? "," Yeah , absolutely ! " " Yeah , absolutely ! "," And it ’ s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ’ s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her . " " And it ’ s so much fun . One day , the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl ’ s behind was pressed against my front . I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her . "," You were so happy , weren ’ t you ? " " You were so happy , weren ’ t you ? ", What do you think ? I ’ m a good boy . "Hey , Mary , can you cut that out ? ", Cut what out I ’ m not doing anything . Cut what out I ’ m not doing anything . , The tapping of your pen on your desk . It ’ s driving me crazy . The tapping of your pen on your desk . It ’ s driving me crazy . , Fine ! By the way would you mind not slurping your coffee every time you have a cup ! Fine ! By the way would you mind not slurping your coffee every time you have a cup ! ," I don ’ t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ’ re shouting into your phone all the time ? " " I don ’ t slurp my coffee . And plus , how can you hear it when you ’ re shouting into your phone all the time ? ", You ’ Ve got to be kidding me ! You ’ re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ? You ’ Ve got to be kidding me ! You ’ re complaining about me talking on the phone when you go out for a cigarette break ten times a day to shoot the breeze ? ," Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ’ s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ’ s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ’ m willing to forgive and forget and if you are . " " Look , we have a lot of accumulated anger from working in these conditions , and it ’ s probably okay to let off steam once in a while . But , it ’ s probably not a good idea to keep it up I ’ m willing to forgive and forget and if you are . ", Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down . Fine . Let's call a truce . I'll try to more considerate and to keep the noise down . ," Yeah , I ’ ll try to do the same.So , I was wondering you wanna go out to dinner Friday night ? " He said he will get married by the end of this month . ," Big talk , I ’ d say . He does not have a girlfriend yet . " " Big talk , I ’ d say . He does not have a girlfriend yet . "," Who knows . After all , he is handsome and rich . " What do you think of the project ? , Very interesting . Thank you for bringing it to us . Very interesting . Thank you for bringing it to us . , Are you interested in making this investment ? Are you interested in making this investment ? ," We haven't decided yet , we will let you know if we do . " It's not good for business recently . , Not good for business ? I don't see eye to eye with you.The new policy offers new opportunities . Not good for business ? I don't see eye to eye with you.The new policy offers new opportunities . , Too risky anyway.It ' s necessary to look before you leap . "Ok , so where do you think we can save more money ? "," Well , we could eat in more . That 300 dollars for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants . " " Well , we could eat in more . That 300 dollars for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants . ", Yeah . That ’ s a good idea and you like to cook . What about the books ? Yeah . That ’ s a good idea and you like to cook . What about the books ? ," No , I need my books . " " No , I need my books . "," Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ’ ll actually have time to read all those books you buy . " " Come on . If we save more money , we can retire earlier and you ’ ll actually have time to read all those books you buy . "," Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less . " " Well , what about the 50 you spent on a shirt ? You could have gotten something for less . "," Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt . " " Ok . Let's compromise . If you agree to only spend 75 on books , I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt . ", All right . That sounds fair . "Good morning , Janice . Our office will hold a welcoming party in the evening , so I will allocate you some assignment . ", Is that difficult ? Is that difficult ? , Don't worry . I will find someone to assist you . Don't worry . I will find someone to assist you . , That's all right . What can I do ? That's all right . What can I do ? ," Firstly , you should go to the supermarket , which is nearest to our company , to buy some fruit , drinks , desserts and cakes . Here is the list of things you need to buy . " " Firstly , you should go to the supermarket , which is nearest to our company , to buy some fruit , drinks , desserts and cakes . Here is the list of things you need to buy . ", Well . I can do it . And then ? Well . I can do it . And then ? , The meeting room on the Fourth Floor needs to be swept . Jerry and Tom will help you at that time . Any questions ? The meeting room on the Fourth Floor needs to be swept . Jerry and Tom will help you at that time . Any questions ? , Who will pay for these things ? Who will pay for these things ? , Don't worry about that . I have already calculated the money about things you will buy . Remember to give me the receipt when you come back . Don't worry about that . I have already calculated the money about things you will buy . Remember to give me the receipt when you come back . , OK . I will go in no time . It gives me great pleasure to introduce Mr ... eh Mr ... , Miss ! Miss ! , Yeah ! May I introduce Mis ... eh ... Miss ... Yeah ! May I introduce Mis ... eh ... Miss ... , My name is Jane Brown ! My name is Jane Brown ! , Oh yeah ! Would you please welcome ... Miss Jan Brown . Mr . Martin ? I need to talk to you for a minute . ," Certainly , Mr . Emory . Is there a problem , sir ? " " Certainly , Mr . Emory . Is there a problem , sir ? "," Well , I ’ d just like you to help me with the holiday schedule . " " Well , I ’ d just like you to help me with the holiday schedule . "," Fine , Mr . Emory . Let me just grab a pad and pen . " "Simon , may I introduce you to Linda ? You don ’ t know each other , do you ? ", No . I ’ Ve not had the pleasure of meeting her yet . No . I ’ Ve not had the pleasure of meeting her yet . , How do you do ? I ’ m pleased to meet you . How do you do ? I ’ m pleased to meet you . , How do you do ? How do you do ? , Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home . Please sit down . Help yourself just like you are at home . , What would you like to drink ? What would you like to drink ? ," A cup of coffee , please . " What does it come with standard ? ," On all our new cars , the standards includeair conditioning , anti-lock brakes , air bags , and an AM / FM stereo with a CD player.But on the Accord , there is another standard item as well.The Accord com " " On all our new cars , the standards includeair conditioning , anti-lock brakes , air bags , and an AM / FM stereo with a CD player.But on the Accord , there is another standard item as well.The Accord com ", Cruise control ? I don't like that . " No , the sunroof is optional , sir . ", I see . Another important question is the time I can get this car . I need a new car rather soon . I see . Another important question is the time I can get this car . I need a new car rather soon . ," Well , I can say that the new models will be here in August.If you order one now , we will have it for you in August . " " Well , I can say that the new models will be here in August.If you order one now , we will have it for you in August . "," That's good enough , I think . What colors does the new Accord come in ? " " That's good enough , I think . What colors does the new Accord come in ? "," We have this new model in red , white , black , or silver.These are the standard colors.Of course you could specially order from various other colors too . " " We have this new model in red , white , black , or silver.These are the standard colors.Of course you could specially order from various other colors too . ", My brother has last year's Accord.And his car is a kind of soft purple color mixed with silver . I really like that color . I wonder if I can get that color on my Accord . My brother has last year's Accord.And his car is a kind of soft purple color mixed with silver . I really like that color . I wonder if I can get that color on my Accord . ," I know the color you mean . Is this it , sir ? " " I know the color you mean . Is this it , sir ? "," Yes , I think that's it . Can I get that on the Accord ? " " Yes , I think that's it . Can I get that on the Accord ? "," Yes , you can.That color is very popular with Honda buyers . So we've kept it available . " " Yes , you can.That color is very popular with Honda buyers . So we've kept it available . "," Well , I think I want to order the new Accord then.It looks like an excellent car . " " Well , I think I want to order the new Accord then.It looks like an excellent car . "," You have made a good choice , sir . I drive an Accord myself . They are very solidly built machines , very reliable . " " You have made a good choice , sir . I drive an Accord myself . They are very solidly built machines , very reliable . "," Yes , I know . I think Honda is the most reliable car on the road . I would never change to anything else.The Honda I have now almost never has service problems . It runs smooth as silk . " " Yes , I know . I think Honda is the most reliable car on the road . I would never change to anything else.The Honda I have now almost never has service problems . It runs smooth as silk . "," Alright , sir . I will get the paperwork ready for you . Just a moment . " Hey Jack . How's it going ? , I'm falling in love . I'm falling in love . , What ! With who ? What ! With who ? , That girl in my econ class . She is so hot . That girl in my econ class . She is so hot . , Did you guys go on a date already ? Did you guys go on a date already ? , No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love . No . I didn't even talk to her yet . But I think I'm in love . , Does she have a boyfriend ? Does she have a boyfriend ? , I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy . I don't think so . I've been following her around campus and I haven't seen another guy . ," Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date . " " Dude , you're a stalker man . Just ask her on a date . ", I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then . I plan on running into her in the cafeteria when she's alone . I think I'll ask her then . , So why do you think you're in love ? So why do you think you're in love ? , She's the only thing I can think of all day long . She's the only thing I can think of all day long . ," That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week . " " That's called blind love . Well , I gotta run . Tell me how it goes next week . ", Aright . I'll talk to you later . I ’ m glad to have had the opportunity to meet you here . , I trust you ’ re keeping well ? I trust you ’ re keeping well ? ," I ’ m doing great , thank you . " " I ’ m doing great , thank you . ", So we can get down to business . I need to find a new furniture set for my living room . , Where are you going to find one ? Where are you going to find one ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , Do you want to know where I bought mine ? Do you want to know where I bought mine ? , Where'd you get it from ? Where'd you get it from ? , I got it from IKEA . I got it from IKEA . , How much did it cost you ? How much did it cost you ? , It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set . It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set . , Is the furniture sturdy ? Is the furniture sturdy ? , The furniture is built extremely well . The furniture is built extremely well . , I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good . I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good . ," Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic . " "In my opinions , someone else has caused the fire of this house . ", Who do you think that has the motive ? Who do you think that has the motive ? ," I ’ m not sure now . In any case , let ’ s first make some careful investigations . " " I ’ m not sure now . In any case , let ’ s first make some careful investigations . "," OK , murder will out ! " " OK , murder will out ! ", Yeah . Do you like being a doctor ? ," Yes , most of the time . But , sometimes things can get difficult . " " Yes , most of the time . But , sometimes things can get difficult . ", Can you tell me about it ? Can you tell me about it ? ," You know , sometimes patients can get very unreasonable . They may insist they are sick when they are not . " " You know , sometimes patients can get very unreasonable . They may insist they are sick when they are not . ", What can you do when this happens ? What can you do when this happens ? ," Not much , usually I'll just keep silent . " "Mary , this company is pretty good . I really want to have an interview . ", Have you made an appointment with this company ? Have you made an appointment with this company ? , Not yet . Do I have to ? Not yet . Do I have to ? ," Yes , it's very important to make an appointment before the interview . " " Yes , it's very important to make an appointment before the interview . ", Why ? Why ? ," If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview . " " If you go to the company without appointment , the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things , and have no time to give you an interview . "," Yes , you are right . " " Yes , you are right . "," If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing . " " If the interviewers are not in the company , you will go there for nothing . ", Sure . Why didn't I think of that ? Sure . Why didn't I think of that ? , So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview . So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview . , Then how can I make the appointment ? Then how can I make the appointment ? , You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview . You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview . ," Ok , I see . " " Ok , I see . "," If you succeed in doing that , you must attend the interview on time . " Room service.What can I do for you ? , This is room 2012 . Where is my laundry ? You promised to send to me this morning . This is room 2012 . Where is my laundry ? You promised to send to me this morning . ," Well , let me check for you . I am sorry , sir . They mistook your order as a normal one.Actualty it's an express laundry , is that right ? " " Well , let me check for you . I am sorry , sir . They mistook your order as a normal one.Actualty it's an express laundry , is that right ? "," Yes , I ordered the express service . " " Yes , I ordered the express service . "," Sir , we are terribly sorry for that.We will refund the charge and send your laundry to your room 3 hours later . Is that all right ? " " Sir , we are terribly sorry for that.We will refund the charge and send your laundry to your room 3 hours later . Is that all right ? ", That's fine . Let ’ s move out of here . This apartment is too small . , I agree . I ’ ll look in the paper . I agree . I ’ ll look in the paper . , A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop . A house would be great . I could plant a garden . And you could use the garage for a workshop . ," Here ’ s an interesting ad , For rent . Two-bedroom , unfurnished house , fenced yard , one-car garage . Pets OK . " " Here ’ s an interesting ad , For rent . Two-bedroom , unfurnished house , fenced yard , one-car garage . Pets OK . ", How much is the rent ? How much is the rent ? , The ad says $ 325 plus deposit . The ad says $ 325 plus deposit . , When is the place available ? When is the place available ? ," It ’ s available now , and it ’ s got a very good location . You won ’ t be far from work . " Have you got any specific proposal about the terms of payment ? , I wonder if we can make payment for this order by documentary collection . I wonder if we can make payment for this order by documentary collection . , I'm sorry to say the only term of payment we can accept is 100 % irrevocable letter of credit payable against shipping documents . I'm sorry to say the only term of payment we can accept is 100 % irrevocable letter of credit payable against shipping documents . , But our order this time is very large . To open an L / C for such a large amount at a bank is costly . Can you be a bit more flexible and bend the rule a little ? But our order this time is very large . To open an L / C for such a large amount at a bank is costly . Can you be a bit more flexible and bend the rule a little ? ," I'm afraid not . We insist on a letter of credit , because as seller , we also have the problem of funds being tied up . " " I'm afraid not . We insist on a letter of credit , because as seller , we also have the problem of funds being tied up . "," To be frank , a letter of credit would increase the cost of my import . When I open a letter of credit with a bank , I have to pay a deposit . That will tie up my money and add to my cost . " " To be frank , a letter of credit would increase the cost of my import . When I open a letter of credit with a bank , I have to pay a deposit . That will tie up my money and add to my cost . ", Consult your bank and see if they will reduce the required deposit to a minimum . Are you free this afternoon ? , I'm afraid I'm going to the gym for a workout . I'm afraid I'm going to the gym for a workout . , How long have you been there ? How long have you been there ? , I began to went there last month . I began to went there last month . , Is there any change ? Is there any change ? ," Well , I think I'm in better condition now . " " Well , I think I'm in better condition now . ", Really ? Is it tiring ? Really ? Is it tiring ? , It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up . It was at the beginning . You just need to keep it up . ," I want to go there , too . Can I ? " " I want to go there , too . Can I ? "," Of course , yes . " "The tranquility of the night , the chirping of some insects , everything is so natural ! ", I felt as if I had been in a different world . I felt as if I had been in a different world . ," And I was overwhelmed by this scene , too . " "Good afternoon , Mrs.Vale.Please sit down . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Did you work as a salesperson before , Mrs.Vale ? " " Did you work as a salesperson before , Mrs.Vale ? ", Only as a clerk in a store . Only as a clerk in a store . ," I see . Well , consulting is a little different . " " I see . Well , consulting is a little different . "," I'm a quick leamer , Mr.Jenkins . " " I'm a quick leamer , Mr.Jenkins . ", Umm hmm.Do you have a diver's license ? Umm hmm.Do you have a diver's license ? ," Yes , and I'm a very good driver . " " Yes , and I'm a very good driver . ", Fine.We provide a company car for our consultants . Fine.We provide a company car for our consultants . , Do I have to travel a lot ? Do I have to travel a lot ? , Oh yes-five days a week.You have to visit customers all over the territory . Oh yes-five days a week.You have to visit customers all over the territory . , But how will I get to know the products ? But how will I get to know the products ? ," You'll have to attend a three-week course . If you do well , the job is yours . " " You'll have to attend a three-week course . If you do well , the job is yours . ", How much is the salary ? How much is the salary ? ," Starting salary is $ 150 a week-plus commissions , of course . " " Starting salary is $ 150 a week-plus commissions , of course . ", How much commission do your consultants get ? How much commission do your consultants get ? , Five percent . Five percent . ," Well , I'm very interested in the job . " " Well , I'm very interested in the job . ", Fine.The next course starts a week from tomorrow . Fine.The next course starts a week from tomorrow . , Thank you . Thank you . , Good luck to you . The answer is zero ! What a let-down ! , I really want to take him over my knee . I really want to take him over my knee . ," No hard feelings . After all , he is a child . " " No hard feelings . After all , he is a child . ", If you say so ! "Harry , come here immediately ! ", What ? What ? , Don't take that tone with me ! I saw you hit your brother . Don't take that tone with me ! I saw you hit your brother . , No ! He hit me first . No ! He hit me first . , I don't care . You know better than to hit him . Go sit on your bed for 10 minutes . May I help you ? , I needed to ask you a question . I needed to ask you a question . , Ask away . Ask away . , How many hours of the behind-the-wheel course do I need to take ? How many hours of the behind-the-wheel course do I need to take ? , Why do you need to take the course ? Why do you need to take the course ? , I want to get my license . I want to get my license . , You have to do six hours behind the wheel . You have to do six hours behind the wheel . , How many days do I need to finish the course ? How many days do I need to finish the course ? , You can't finish in less than three days . You can't finish in less than three days . , Is that all ? Is that all ? , There's nothing else to it . There's nothing else to it . , That sounds easy enough . "Hi , John . "," Oh , hi , Mary , come on in . Any problem ? " " Oh , hi , Mary , come on in . Any problem ? "," Oh , no problem . " " Oh , no problem . "," Great . I forgot to ask you , though . How long did you want the place ? " " Great . I forgot to ask you , though . How long did you want the place ? ", Six months . Six months . ," Oh , well , that might be a problem . I usually only sign one year leases . " " Oh , well , that might be a problem . I usually only sign one year leases . "," Well , one year would be fine , too . I ’ m not planning on leaving the area anytime soon . " " Well , one year would be fine , too . I ’ m not planning on leaving the area anytime soon . "," Well , if it ’ s not a problem . Then here you go . " " Well , if it ’ s not a problem . Then here you go . ", Just let me look at it quickly . Just let me look at it quickly . , Of course . Of course . , Looks like a standard lease . Looks like a standard lease . ," Yeah , and don ’ t worry about the security deposit . If everything ’ s all right when you move out , you ’ ll get it back . " " Yeah , and don ’ t worry about the security deposit . If everything ’ s all right when you move out , you ’ ll get it back . ", O . K . Great . Just sign and date it here ? O . K . Great . Just sign and date it here ? , Yes . Thanks . You can move your stuff in tomorrow . Yes . Thanks . You can move your stuff in tomorrow . , Wonderful . How many years have you done business with China ? ," Let me see , about five years , we established our business relationship with Hua Mei of China Import & Export Corporation in 2003 . " " Let me see , about five years , we established our business relationship with Hua Mei of China Import & Export Corporation in 2003 . ", Do you have any difficulties in doing business in China ? You know the Chinese economic legislation is still incomplete ? Do you have any difficulties in doing business in China ? You know the Chinese economic legislation is still incomplete ? ," I don't think I have any problem with our Chinese partners . They have always followed the contract strictly . We can do business directly with the corporation . As I mentioned before , the Chinese government is trying very hard to perfect its law . Its commercial legislation provides legal protection for foreign companies . " " I don't think I have any problem with our Chinese partners . They have always followed the contract strictly . We can do business directly with the corporation . As I mentioned before , the Chinese government is trying very hard to perfect its law . Its commercial legislation provides legal protection for foreign companies . "," Well , it's known that the Sino-American relation is in a dilemma . Does it influence your business in China ? " " Well , it's known that the Sino-American relation is in a dilemma . Does it influence your business in China ? ", Actually not at present . But we are afraid it will . You know policies influence business to some extent . I hope our government will not be influenced by some extremists . China is really a large market . We don't want to lose it . Actually not at present . But we are afraid it will . You know policies influence business to some extent . I hope our government will not be influenced by some extremists . China is really a large market . We don't want to lose it . , Thank you . Where are you employed ? , I have been employed as a secretary at a trading company . I have been employed as a secretary at a trading company . , What do you think of your present job ? What do you think of your present job ? , I find it interesting . I find it interesting . , How do you get to office ? How do you get to office ? , I go to the office by bus every day . I go to the office by bus every day . , What does your work consist of exactly ? What does your work consist of exactly ? , My main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees . My main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees . , Would you mind working overtime at night ? Would you mind working overtime at night ? ," No , often my boss requires overtime work . " " No , often my boss requires overtime work . ", How much money are you making a month ? How much money are you making a month ? ," 5,000 yuan a month . " " 5,000 yuan a month . ", Why do you plan to change your job ? Why do you plan to change your job ? ," I would like to have a job that is more lively than my present one . Besides , I would like to practise my English in my work . As my present employer deals with China trade towards China only , there isn ’ t much chance to speak English . " you don't look too well . Maybe you should take the day off from work . , I couldn't do that . I have an important meeting to go to today . I couldn't do that . I have an important meeting to go to today . , do you feel ok ? do you feel ok ? ," not really . After a 12 - hour flight , I've got jetlag , and on top of that , I think I've also got the flu . " " not really . After a 12 - hour flight , I've got jetlag , and on top of that , I think I've also got the flu . ", why don't you call your secretary and tell her to reschedule the meeting ? You should really get some seat or you'll end up feeling even worse than you do now . why don't you call your secretary and tell her to reschedule the meeting ? You should really get some seat or you'll end up feeling even worse than you do now . , could you feel my forehead and check to see if I have a fever ? could you feel my forehead and check to see if I have a fever ? , you're really hot . Let me get you some Tylenol to bring the fever down . you're really hot . Let me get you some Tylenol to bring the fever down . ," ok . I'll stay home this morning and rest , but if I feel better in the afternoon , I'm going to the meeting . " " ok . I'll stay home this morning and rest , but if I feel better in the afternoon , I'm going to the meeting . "," Zach , what's that on your arm ? " " Zach , what's that on your arm ? "," I don't know . It looks a bit red , but I'm sure it's nothing . " " I don't know . It looks a bit red , but I'm sure it's nothing . ", it looks like you have a red rash all over you ! Are you allergic to anything ? it looks like you have a red rash all over you ! Are you allergic to anything ? ," just cats , but I don't think I was near any cats in the last couple of weeks . " " just cats , but I don't think I was near any cats in the last couple of weeks . ", I completely forgot about your cat allergy . I took care of a cat for my friend here a few days ago . Oh no . we'd better go to the doctor to get some medicine . Let's go . I completely forgot about your cat allergy . I took care of a cat for my friend here a few days ago . Oh no . we'd better go to the doctor to get some medicine . Let's go . , shouldn't we make an appointment first ? shouldn't we make an appointment first ? ," we would , but let's just go and see if there's an opening now before it gets worse . " " we would , but let's just go and see if there's an opening now before it gets worse . ", whatever you say . I just want to get to my meeting ! I'll be glad when winter comes . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , Because I love the snow . Because I love the snow . ," Yes , the snow is fun . " " Yes , the snow is fun . ", Last year we made a big snowman . Last year we made a big snowman . , How big was it ? How big was it ? , It was seven feet tall . It was seven feet tall . , How long did it take ? How long did it take ? , It took us all day . It took us all day . , Did you give him a nose ? Did you give him a nose ? , Of course . We gave him a big carrot for a nose . Of course . We gave him a big carrot for a nose . , Let me help you make one this year . Do you have the same in different sizes ? The trousers are too long for me . ," Let me see . Yes , here you are . " " Let me see . Yes , here you are . ", Will the trousers shrink when washed ? Will the trousers shrink when washed ? ," No , they won't . They are shrink proof . " " No , they won't . They are shrink proof . ", That's good . I will take it . " Sure . What's your room number , sir ? ", It's 876 . Here is my key card . It's 876 . Here is my key card . ," A minute , please . It's 6215 yuan all together , tax included . " " A minute , please . It's 6215 yuan all together , tax included . ", Can I pay with traveler's check ? From reviewing your resume I can see that you have ample experience for this position.What I want to know is why you think you ’ re right for the job . , Well I ’ m impressed with what the company has done in the past and I think by hiring me the company ’ s future can only be brighter . I find that my personal goals and ideas about business operation Well I ’ m impressed with what the company has done in the past and I think by hiring me the company ’ s future can only be brighter . I find that my personal goals and ideas about business operation , So you ’ Ve acquainted yourself with the company . It ’ s refreshing to interview someone who ’ s sure of what they want . So you ’ Ve acquainted yourself with the company . It ’ s refreshing to interview someone who ’ s sure of what they want . ," Yes , I believe that it ’ s crucial for me to know if a company is right for me , not just if I ’ m right for the company . I ’ Ve only been impressed by what I ’ Ve read and heard and I see myself having " " Yes , I believe that it ’ s crucial for me to know if a company is right for me , not just if I ’ m right for the company . I ’ Ve only been impressed by what I ’ Ve read and heard and I see myself having ", Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here . Commitment to the company and the team is very important to us here . , Well I ’ m definitely a team player as well as being highly self-motivated . I believe this company can fulfill my long-term goals and offer me great upward mobility . Therefore you will find in me Where is my contract ? , It ’ s all my faults . I forget where I put it . Look at the show on TV . I am watching a food show at a very famous seafood restaurant . I really want to eat at that restaurant . I am a seafood lover . ," Speaking of seafood , my mouth is watering . Let's go to the seafood restaurant in our neighborhood . " " Speaking of seafood , my mouth is watering . Let's go to the seafood restaurant in our neighborhood . ", Sound great . Let's go ! Sound great . Let's go ! , Look at the crystal clear fridge . You can see so many kinds of seafood in it . They all look very fresh and delicious . Look at the crystal clear fridge . You can see so many kinds of seafood in it . They all look very fresh and delicious . , True . I would like to have some salmon sashimi and a roast salmon head . True . I would like to have some salmon sashimi and a roast salmon head . , You sound like a seafood expert . I would like to have some stir-fried squids and steamed shrimps . You sound like a seafood expert . I would like to have some stir-fried squids and steamed shrimps . , You are not too bad as well . I also want to have a steamed lobster . It is really taste like heaven . You are not too bad as well . I also want to have a steamed lobster . It is really taste like heaven . , Let's go into the restaurant and find a table to order some food . Let's go into the restaurant and find a table to order some food . , Wait . Let me tell the lady what we would like to order in front of the seafood fridge first . Wait . Let me tell the lady what we would like to order in front of the seafood fridge first . , OK . I will wait for you inside the restaurant OK . I will wait for you inside the restaurant , Do you think we should try some deep fried oysters ? I feel like I'm craving a salad . , What kind do you want ? What kind do you want ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , Caesar salads are good . Caesar salads are good . , I like those too . I like those too . , What kind do you plan on making ? What kind do you plan on making ? , I'd really like a salad with chicken . I'd really like a salad with chicken . , Chicken salads are really good . Chicken salads are really good . ," I always make my salads with shredded cheese , croutons , and almonds . " " I always make my salads with shredded cheese , croutons , and almonds . ", That sounds like a great salad . That sounds like a great salad . , Why don't you put it in your salad ? Why don't you put it in your salad ? , That sounds like a plan to me . May doesn't get along very well with her mother-in-law . , Yeah . That's just what is troubling John . Yeah . That's just what is troubling John . , Poor John ! He is bothering both sides of this bread . Poor John ! He is bothering both sides of this bread . , This situation isn't easy to handle . I don't know how to adjust my life . Would you give me a piece of advice ? ," You look a bit pale , don't you ? " " You look a bit pale , don't you ? "," Yes , I can't sleep well every night . " " Yes , I can't sleep well every night . ", You should get plenty of sleep . You should get plenty of sleep . , I drink a lot of wine . I drink a lot of wine . ," If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much . " " If I were you , I wouldn't drink too much . ", I often feel so tired . I often feel so tired . , You better do some exercise every morning . You better do some exercise every morning . , I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me . I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me . ," Why do you worry about your future ? You're very young , and you'll make great contribution to the world . I hope you take my advice . " "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? ", Good morning . I want to buy a lipstick for my wife because it is her birthday today . Good morning . I want to buy a lipstick for my wife because it is her birthday today . , Do you know what color your wife often wears ? Do you know what color your wife often wears ? , Light pink . Light pink . , Would you like this color or other colors ? Would you like this color or other colors ? , I'd like her to have a change . I'd like her to have a change . , Then how do you like this plum red one ? Then how do you like this plum red one ? , It is nice . Is it water proof ? It is nice . Is it water proof ? ," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . "," Okay , I'll take it . Could you help me gift wrap it ? " " Okay , I'll take it . Could you help me gift wrap it ? ", Of course . "I don ’ t want you to be worried , but our son has some bad habits now . He says painful words everyday . ", What words ? Can you tell me ? What words ? Can you tell me ? ," He says kick mommy , beat mommy , don ’ t want mommy very quickly if I do something that he doesn ’ t like . You know , if I wash his face or change his clothes , things like that . " " He says kick mommy , beat mommy , don ’ t want mommy very quickly if I do something that he doesn ’ t like . You know , if I wash his face or change his clothes , things like that . "," Honey , I don ’ t know what to tell you . Of course Tony is a young child . But do not underestimate his ability to learn and reason . " " Honey , I don ’ t know what to tell you . Of course Tony is a young child . But do not underestimate his ability to learn and reason . "," Yes , but sometimes he is just not reasonable . " " Yes , but sometimes he is just not reasonable . "," I suggest you treat him with patience , affection , and respect . If he needs to do something , like go to bed , or be washed , etc . , please guide or help him to get it done , but lead him with gentleness . " " I suggest you treat him with patience , affection , and respect . If he needs to do something , like go to bed , or be washed , etc . , please guide or help him to get it done , but lead him with gentleness . "," It ’ s easy to say , but I will try . " " It ’ s easy to say , but I will try . "," Motivate Tony to cooperate by rewarding his good behavior . Do not emphasize punishment for bad moods , etc . Do not threaten him with punishment if he resists the actions you desire . " " Motivate Tony to cooperate by rewarding his good behavior . Do not emphasize punishment for bad moods , etc . Do not threaten him with punishment if he resists the actions you desire . "," I know my parents sometimes threaten to punish him . But this doesn ’ t work , instead he picks up another bad habit . " "You are married to a foreigner , huh ? So what ’ s it like ? "," Well , the first year of our marriage , we had great difficulty getting along . The things that are important to me are not important to him . We had a lot of conflicts . " " Well , the first year of our marriage , we had great difficulty getting along . The things that are important to me are not important to him . We had a lot of conflicts . "," Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures . " " Yeah , I know what you mean . The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples , not to mention two people from different cultures . ", And now we have a two-year-old boy . We ’ re very happy that he ’ s healthy and smart . And now we have a two-year-old boy . We ’ re very happy that he ’ s healthy and smart . ," Oh , so he ’ s half Chinese and half American . That ’ s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ? " " Oh , so he ’ s half Chinese and half American . That ’ s unusual . What languages does he speak , then ? "," Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn . " " Right now he speaks mostly Chinese , and he can say a few English words . But he will learn . ", What does he look like ? Can people tell ? What does he look like ? Can people tell ? ," Yes , people surely can . He ’ s whiter than the Chinese kids , and his hair is a little blonde . My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though . " Our major is from a bigger city . , He ’ s doing fine . A new broom sweeps clean . He ’ s doing fine . A new broom sweeps clean . , He brings with him some talented people from his former city . He brings with him some talented people from his former city . , I think we ’ ll benefit a lot . I think we should accept his plan . , I'm afraid I can't agree with you . I'm afraid I can't agree with you . , Why ? Why ? , Simply because it's not practical at all . Did you hear about Joe ? She hasn't eaten for days . , Why ? What's eating her ? Why ? What's eating her ? , Love sick . You know who she's in love with ? Love sick . You know who she's in love with ? , I don't have the slightest idea . I don't have the slightest idea . , Someone you're living with . Someone you're living with . ," What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ? " " What ? Not my Dad , I hope ! ? "," Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack . " " Come on , Mary , it's your brother , Jack . ", No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl . No kidding ! Jack is such a log ! He's never dated a girl . , The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him . The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him . , And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection . And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls . He's putting his heart into his stamp collection . ," Well , if you want to help your friend , you should do something about it . " "You know what , last night I almost got hit by a vase falling from the third floor . "," Oh , how dreadful ! I ’ m ever so sorry . " " Oh , how dreadful ! I ’ m ever so sorry . ", Luckily that was nothing serious . Luckily that was nothing serious . , Thank God ! I saw your ad in The New York Times . I am seriously considering one of the apartments listed in it . , We are happy to help you . May I know which one it is ? We are happy to help you . May I know which one it is ? , The two-bedroom apartment on 38th east street . The two-bedroom apartment on 38th east street . ," Oh , it is conveniently located , isn't it ? " " Oh , it is conveniently located , isn't it ? ", That's why I think it may suit my needs . That's why I think it may suit my needs . , I believe it will . It comes furnished . You can move in immediately after the lease is signed . I believe it will . It comes furnished . You can move in immediately after the lease is signed . , The ad says the rent would be 840 dollars per month . Is it true ? The ad says the rent would be 840 dollars per month . Is it true ? , Yes . But not including the utilities . Yes . But not including the utilities . , Will it possible for me to rent the apartment on a month-by-month basis ? Will it possible for me to rent the apartment on a month-by-month basis ? ," I believe that can be arranged . But there should be a refundable security deposit , you know . " " I believe that can be arranged . But there should be a refundable security deposit , you know . "," Oh , that's no problem . " I can't believe you wear jeans to the office ! Are you trying to lose your job ? ," Of course not . I'm just observing casual day . On Fridays , the company doesn't require us to wear formal business attire . " " Of course not . I'm just observing casual day . On Fridays , the company doesn't require us to wear formal business attire . ", Wow ! Nobody told me about that . Won't the relaxed dress code damage the company image ? Wow ! Nobody told me about that . Won't the relaxed dress code damage the company image ? ," We don't think so . Casual days are becoming more common , and we believe employees can maintain a professional image without wearing uncomfortable clothes . " " We don't think so . Casual days are becoming more common , and we believe employees can maintain a professional image without wearing uncomfortable clothes . ", I guess it lets people express their individual tastes . But won't some people abuse it ? I guess it lets people express their individual tastes . But won't some people abuse it ? ," Not really . Besides , there is a separate dress code for casual day . People can't just wear whatever they want . " " Not really . Besides , there is a separate dress code for casual day . People can't just wear whatever they want . ", It seems that a relaxed atmosphere could hinder productivity . It seems that a relaxed atmosphere could hinder productivity . ," Believe it or not , it has the opposite effect . Employees are actually more productive on casual days . " "Good morning , Family . We'll have our board meeting this afternoon . Can you write the agenda on the notice board ? ", What will you discuss at the meeting ? What will you discuss at the meeting ? , We'll talk about the financial report for the first half of the year . We'll talk about the financial report for the first half of the year . , And anything else ? And anything else ? , We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year . We'll also discuss the personnel plan for the second half of the year . , That's all ? That's all ? , Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them . Yes . Please write them down on the notice board . I want everybody to see them . , OK . What can I do for you ? , I have a problem with this check . I have a problem with this check . , What ’ s wrong ? What ’ s wrong ? , I wrote out a check for $ 100 and it bounced . I wrote out a check for $ 100 and it bounced . , Do you have enough money in your checking account ? Do you have enough money in your checking account ? , I believe so . I believe so . ," Give me a moment , and I ’ ll check . " " Give me a moment , and I ’ ll check . ", All right . Thanks . All right . Thanks . , You only have $ 57 left in your checking account . You only have $ 57 left in your checking account . , That ’ s impossible . That ’ s impossible . ," I ’ m sorry , but that ’ s what our records show . " " I ’ m sorry , but that ’ s what our records show . ", Okay . Thanks . Have a nice day . Would you like anything else ? ," No , I'm stuffed . The check , please . " " No , I'm stuffed . The check , please . "," Here you are , sir . I hope you enjoyed your dinner . " " Here you are , sir . I hope you enjoyed your dinner . "," Yes , we did . Do I pay you or the cashier ? " " Yes , we did . Do I pay you or the cashier ? "," Pay me , please . " " Pay me , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thank you . The change , sir . " "Such bad luck , 200 yuan was stolen by a thief on the bus today . "," Don't be angry , you lose money just to avoid misfortune . " " Don't be angry , you lose money just to avoid misfortune . "," Well , you can just comfort yourself like that . " "Hey , Tom , I want to learn how to play golf . ", You're really sporty ! You're really sporty ! , I want to do everything I can . I want to do everything I can . , Do you have clubs ? Do you have clubs ? , No . Can I rent clubs ? No . Can I rent clubs ? , There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times . There are clubs for beginners . It's cheaper to buy those rather than rent them a few times . , What kinds of clubs ? What kinds of clubs ? , Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 . Like the seven-piece set . It's only $ 120 . , I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me . I'll buy a set . But you have to teach me . , Okay . Have you ever been to Britain ? ," Oh yes , I ’ Ve been to Britain many times . I go there on business . " " Oh yes , I ’ Ve been to Britain many times . I go there on business . ", Really ? How often do you go there ? Really ? How often do you go there ? ," Usually , I go to London twice a year but sometimes I go three or four times a year . " " Usually , I go to London twice a year but sometimes I go three or four times a year . ", Do you always go on business or do you sometimes go for a holiday ? Do you always go on business or do you sometimes go for a holiday ? , I ’ m afraid I never go for a holiday . It ’ s always business . Do you have any other questions ? ," Yes , may I ask something about the salary and benefits in your company ? " " Yes , may I ask something about the salary and benefits in your company ? "," According to our regulations , you will be on probation for the first three months . " " According to our regulations , you will be on probation for the first three months . ", What is the salary while on probation ? What is the salary while on probation ? ," In this period , you can only get the basic salary , 2,500 yuan per month . " " In this period , you can only get the basic salary , 2,500 yuan per month . ", That sounds fine . That sounds fine . ," The salary will be deposited into the bank on the 15th every month . Your salary will be raised every year in October , depending on your performance . " " The salary will be deposited into the bank on the 15th every month . Your salary will be raised every year in October , depending on your performance . ", Are there paid holidays ? Are there paid holidays ? ," Yes , you may enjoy a seven-day holiday in the first year . After that , you can have two more days each year . " "Hello , I'm Jack . Are you Christina ? "," Yes I am . Nice to meet you , Jack . " " Yes I am . Nice to meet you , Jack . "," Are you from Italy , Christina ? " " Are you from Italy , Christina ? "," No , I am German . I live in Munich . " " No , I am German . I live in Munich . "," Really , I went to Munich last week . " " Really , I went to Munich last week . ", And did you like it ? And did you like it ? ," Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well . " " Oh , yes . It is a fantastic city . And I like German food as well . "," And where are you from , Jack ? " " And where are you from , Jack ? ", I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England . I am from California in the United States . But I am now studying in England . , What are you studying ? What are you studying ? , I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian . I am studying languages . This year I am doing German and Italian . ," Oh , excellent . Why don't we talk in German for a while then ? " How are you getting along with your paper ? , I haven't finished it . It is very difficult . I haven't finished it . It is very difficult . , You should hand it in before next Sunday . You should hand it in before next Sunday . ," Oh , I know . I will try my best . " " Oh , I know . I will try my best . ", I believe you can do a good job . Good morning . My name is Mr . Brown . I ’ m from Australia . Here is my card . ," Thank you . I ’ m pleased to meet you , Mr . Brown . My name is Kathy Pewless , the representative of Green Textile Import and Export Corporation . " " Thank you . I ’ m pleased to meet you , Mr . Brown . My name is Kathy Pewless , the representative of Green Textile Import and Export Corporation . "," Pleased to meet you too , Ms . Pewless . I travel a lot every year on business , but this is my first visit to your country . I must say I have been much impressed by your friendly people . " " Pleased to meet you too , Ms . Pewless . I travel a lot every year on business , but this is my first visit to your country . I must say I have been much impressed by your friendly people . "," Thank you for saying so . Have you seen the exhibition halls ? On display are most of our products , such as silk , woolen knitwear , cotton piece goods , and garments . " " Thank you for saying so . Have you seen the exhibition halls ? On display are most of our products , such as silk , woolen knitwear , cotton piece goods , and garments . "," Oh , yes . I had a look yesterday . I found some of the exhibits to be fine in quality and beautiful in design . The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles . I ’ Ve gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter . I ’ Ve got some idea of your exports . I ’ m interested in your silk blouses . " " Oh , yes . I had a look yesterday . I found some of the exhibits to be fine in quality and beautiful in design . The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles . I ’ Ve gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter . I ’ Ve got some idea of your exports . I ’ m interested in your silk blouses . ", Our silk is known for its good quality . It is one of our trade - trional exports . Silk blouses are brightly colored and beau - fully designed . They ’ Ve met with great favor overseas and are always in great demand . There are prescriptions . ," One second , please . All right , here are your painkillers . " " One second , please . All right , here are your painkillers . ", Thank you ! Jason . There ’ s a snag in the plans for the Hoover Center . , What ’ s wrong ? I thought everything was set . What ’ s wrong ? I thought everything was set . ," Well , it was . But the contractor ’ s just told me he ’ s not going to be able to finish by the twentieth , as planned . " " Well , it was . But the contractor ’ s just told me he ’ s not going to be able to finish by the twentieth , as planned . ", Maybe we could work out an overtime schedule . It ’ s definitely worth it to finish by the twentieth . My warmest congratulations on your promotion ! , Thanks . It ’ s nothing special actually . Thanks . It ’ s nothing special actually . , Don ’ t say that . It owes to your efforts and team spirit . Don ’ t say that . It owes to your efforts and team spirit . ," Oh , it was nothing . Anyone could have done it . I still have a lot to learn yet . " " Oh , it was nothing . Anyone could have done it . I still have a lot to learn yet . ", You are very modest . Best luck in your new position . You are very modest . Best luck in your new position . , Thank you . I won ’ t let this promotion change me . There ’ s a big sale on clothes and sporting goods at Riverside Mall . , Sporting goods ? Is that bike Tim wanted on sale ? Sporting goods ? Is that bike Tim wanted on sale ? ," Yeah , it ’ s 30 percent off the regular price . " " Yeah , it ’ s 30 percent off the regular price . "," Well , maybe we could get it now and hide it until his birthday . " " Well , maybe we could get it now and hide it until his birthday . "," Yeah , it ’ s a couple weeks away , and we don ’ t have anything yet . " " Yeah , it ’ s a couple weeks away , and we don ’ t have anything yet . ", Don ’ t buy him underwear again . He hates that . Don ’ t buy him underwear again . He hates that . ," I know , I know , but if I didn ’ t buy it for him , he ’ d never buy it . " " I know , I know , but if I didn ’ t buy it for him , he ’ d never buy it . ", See anything else we need there ? See anything else we need there ? ," Well , all shoes are 20 percent off . " " Well , all shoes are 20 percent off . ", Shoes ? You already have a closet full of shoes . Shoes ? You already have a closet full of shoes . ," I know , but another pair can ’ t hurt . " " I know , but another pair can ’ t hurt . "," Oh , all right . I need some new shirts , too . Let ’ s go after breakfast . " Is this the workshop to prepare for an interview ? , This is the interview class . Welcome to our class . This is the interview class . Welcome to our class . , I am really excited to be taking this workshop so that I can get ready for my interview next week . I am really excited to be taking this workshop so that I can get ready for my interview next week . , We are all learning things that will help us in our interview . What do you think are some important considerations going into your interview ? We are all learning things that will help us in our interview . What do you think are some important considerations going into your interview ? , I think that we should dress neatly and appropriately . I think that we should dress neatly and appropriately . ," Yes . Second , as you can imagine , attitude and friendliness go a long way . " " Yes . Second , as you can imagine , attitude and friendliness go a long way . "," Yes , and I always feel much better when I am friendly . " " Yes , and I always feel much better when I am friendly . "," Believe it or not , the interviewers are as interested in your questions as they are in your answers . " " Believe it or not , the interviewers are as interested in your questions as they are in your answers . ", Any more hints as to what I should do in an interview ? Any more hints as to what I should do in an interview ? , Always be honest with your answers . The interviewers really do want to know if you will be a good fit for them . I've never met anyone like Clyde before . , He's such a buppie-a black yuppie . Black people come in all shapes and sizes . Just check out the party . He's such a buppie-a black yuppie . Black people come in all shapes and sizes . Just check out the party . , Wow ! There are so many different people here . I expected mostly athletes and rappers . Wow ! There are so many different people here . I expected mostly athletes and rappers . ," You'll find some of those here , too . But not if you don't shake it up ! There's an African saying , “ If you can talk , you can sing ! If you can walk , you can dance ! ” " " You'll find some of those here , too . But not if you don't shake it up ! There's an African saying , “ If you can talk , you can sing ! If you can walk , you can dance ! ” ", Then I'll just shut up and sit down ! "Are you ready to order , sir ? "," Yes . Can you show me the menu , please ? " " Yes . Can you show me the menu , please ? ", Of course . Here you are . Of course . Here you are . ," Then , what's special tonight ? " " Then , what's special tonight ? ", Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic . Our seafood is fresh . I recommend shrimp with garlic . , All right . We'll have some seafood and vegetables . I ’ d like to check in please . , Certainly . Can I have the name please ? Certainly . Can I have the name please ? , Mr Harold Smith . Mr Harold Smith . ," Ok , Are you checking out tomorrow ? " " Ok , Are you checking out tomorrow ? "," Yes , I am . That ’ s right . " " Yes , I am . That ’ s right . "," Will you need a wake up call , sir ? " " Will you need a wake up call , sir ? ", Yes please . At 6.30 am . Yes please . At 6.30 am . ," Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6.30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay . " " Ok then , your room is 502 on the fifth floor . Breakfast is served between 6.30 am and 9am . Enjoy your stay . ", Thank you . I'm reading an interesting report on Mars . ," Oh , what does it say ? Does it say water could still exist under the surface of Mars ? " " Oh , what does it say ? Does it say water could still exist under the surface of Mars ? ", Absolutely ! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface . It's just a matter of how deep it is . Absolutely ! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface . It's just a matter of how deep it is . , Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to Groh simple plants ? Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to Groh simple plants ? , The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation . The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything . And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation . ," Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ? " " Actually , we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time . Does NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet ? "," I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs . " " I'm not sure NASA has built any portable habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs . ", One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ? One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it . What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory ? ," Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4.5 billion years ago . " " Well , I'm not really an expert in this area , but my understanding is that anything is possible . It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4.5 billion years ago . ", But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans . But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans . ," I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know . " " I'm skeptical . Mars is made of rocks containing silicon , iron , and various minerals . It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide . It is so different from what we have on earth , you know . ", I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there . I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there . ," But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness , food storage , and a series of physiological effects . " "Can you make the tea , Sam ? "," Yes , of course I can , Penny . Is there any water in this kettle ? " " Yes , of course I can , Penny . Is there any water in this kettle ? "," Yes , there is . " " Yes , there is . ", Where ’ s the tea ? Where ’ s the tea ? ," It ’ s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ? " " It ’ s over there , behind the teapot . Can't you see it ? "," I can see the teapot , but I can ’ t see the tea . " " I can see the teapot , but I can ’ t see the tea . ", There it is ! It ’ s in front of you . There it is ! It ’ s in front of you . ," Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ? " " Ah yes , I can see it now . Where are the cups ? ", There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ? There are some in the cupboard . Can you find them ? , Yes . Here they are . Yes . Here they are . ," Hurry up , Sam . The kettle ’ s boiling . " "Hi , Mel , would you like to come and have a cup of coffee this afternoon ? "," I ’ d love to , but you know I ’ Ve got another appointment . I ’ m really sorry . " " I ’ d love to , but you know I ’ Ve got another appointment . I ’ m really sorry . "," I see . Then what about tomorrow , at Starbucks ? " " I see . Then what about tomorrow , at Starbucks ? "," I ’ m afraid not , George . You gotta know something , I ’ m not available any more . but I know Becky has a crush on ya . " " I ’ m afraid not , George . You gotta know something , I ’ m not available any more . but I know Becky has a crush on ya . ", Are you kidding me ? Becky ? She ’ s a real bitch . Look at these gorgeous paintings ! , They are beautiful . They are beautiful . , Why not take a picture ? Why not take a picture ? , Of course . I will . What ? You want to leave early ? , Yes . Can I ? Yes . Can I ? , Do you really need to ? Do you really need to ? , Yes . Is it OK with you ? Yes . Is it OK with you ? , Is it important ? Is it important ? , Yes . Do you mind ? Yes . Do you mind ? , You really have to ? You really have to ? , Yes . Will you let me ? Yes . Will you let me ? , I guess so . What can I do for you today ? , I have a question . I have a question . , What do you need to know ? What do you need to know ? , I need to take the driver's course . How many hours do I need ? I need to take the driver's course . How many hours do I need ? , It depends on what you're trying to do with the completion of the course . It depends on what you're trying to do with the completion of the course . , I need to get my license . I need to get my license . , You're going to need to complete six hours . You're going to need to complete six hours . , How many hours a day can I do ? How many hours a day can I do ? , You can do two hours a day for three days . You can do two hours a day for three days . , That's all I need to do to finish ? That's all I need to do to finish ? ," Yes , that's all you need to do . " " Yes , that's all you need to do . ", Thanks . I'll get back to you . "I would like to make an offer on this house , but I don ’ t know much about the process . "," As your realtor , I am here to take care of this process . How much were you planning on offering ? " " As your realtor , I am here to take care of this process . How much were you planning on offering ? ", I really like the house and will pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars . I really like the house and will pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars . , We want to leave ourselves some bargaining room . Let ’ s offer three hundred and twenty thousand dollars . We want to leave ourselves some bargaining room . Let ’ s offer three hundred and twenty thousand dollars . ," That sounds good , but I don ’ t want this house to get away from me . " " That sounds good , but I don ’ t want this house to get away from me . "," The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one . " " The market is fairly down right now , so the offer is a realistic one . ", When will we know if they accept the offer ? When will we know if they accept the offer ? , The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days . The owners usually respond to an offer within a few days . , Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ? Should I be contacting my bank in the meantime ? ," You are already pre-qualified for your loan , so you are in good shape . " Hi . I ’ m here for flight 513 to New York but I thought I heard the paging system announce that it is canceled . Is that true ? ," I ’ m terribly sorry , sir , but I ’ m afraid it is true . That flight has been canceled . Would you like to try to book tomorrow ’ s flight ? " " I ’ m terribly sorry , sir , but I ’ m afraid it is true . That flight has been canceled . Would you like to try to book tomorrow ’ s flight ? ", No way ! I worked very hard so that I could leave on today ’ s flight . Are there seats on another airline ? No way ! I worked very hard so that I could leave on today ’ s flight . Are there seats on another airline ? , It ’ s possible . If you would like to book with another airline the line is right over there . It ’ s possible . If you would like to book with another airline the line is right over there . , You mean the line over there of about 200 people ? ! You mean the line over there of about 200 people ? ! , That ’ s the one . It seems that everyone is anxious to get to New York tonight . That ’ s the one . It seems that everyone is anxious to get to New York tonight . , This is a rotten way to start a vacation . I HATE lines ! Can you book me on tomorrow ’ s flight ? This is a rotten way to start a vacation . I HATE lines ! Can you book me on tomorrow ’ s flight ? , Certainly . You will also be receiving a 50 % discount as our way of apologizing for the inconvenience . Most people in Montreal speak French . , Are there any people who speak English ? Are there any people who speak English ? , Only less than 20 percent of the citizens speak English . "Tom , we are in the restaurant now ! ", May I take your order ? " I'd like to see the menu , please . "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . "," Thanks . I am starving . Tom , what are you getting ? " " Thanks . I am starving . Tom , what are you getting ? ", I have no idea . First time here . I have no idea . First time here . ," Let me see ... What's this , shrimp rolls ? " " Let me see ... What's this , shrimp rolls ? "," Oh , it's rice rolls with fried shrimp inside . " " Oh , it's rice rolls with fried shrimp inside . ", Twenty five yuan is a little expensive . Twenty five yuan is a little expensive . , There are twenty rolls in a bowl . You can get another bowl for free if there aren't enough rolls . There are twenty rolls in a bowl . You can get another bowl for free if there aren't enough rolls . ," Sounds nice . We will take this , two bowls of shrimp rolls . " " Sounds nice . We will take this , two bowls of shrimp rolls . "," OK , shrimp rolls . Do you want anything else ? " " OK , shrimp rolls . Do you want anything else ? ", We will have this one first and order something else later . We will have this one first and order something else later . ," OK , wait a moment please . " "May , look at this mess ! You threw waste everywhere . ", It ’ s not my fault . Daniel always sends things flying . You mean it shuts off to save energy ? ," Yep . And it breathes , see ! " " Yep . And it breathes , see ! ", It's not breathing ! It's not breathing ! ," Yes , it is . Look at the little light ! It blinks off and on . " " Yes , it is . Look at the little light ! It blinks off and on . "," Jen , it's not alive ... but it does look user-friendly . " " Jen , it's not alive ... but it does look user-friendly . ", I would look so cool carrying this around ! "hi , Bob , I am so glad that you came . ", of course I'd come . I couldn't think of a better chance to see all my old friends . of course I'd come . I couldn't think of a better chance to see all my old friends . , yeah . It's hard to believe that it's been ten years since graduation . It feels just yesterday we collected our diplomas . yeah . It's hard to believe that it's been ten years since graduation . It feels just yesterday we collected our diplomas . ," how time flies . But hey , how are things going with you ? " " how time flies . But hey , how are things going with you ? "," oh , where to start ? There have been ups and downs . I'm still trying to find my place in this world . It's only recently that I've been able to start settling down . How about you ? You still with Jenn " " oh , where to start ? There have been ups and downs . I'm still trying to find my place in this world . It's only recently that I've been able to start settling down . How about you ? You still with Jenn "," yeah , Jenny and I got married right after graduation . It was tough the first years trying to make ends meet . I was supporting us both while she continued her studies . But now things are getting better " " yeah , Jenny and I got married right after graduation . It was tough the first years trying to make ends meet . I was supporting us both while she continued her studies . But now things are getting better "," oh , that sounds wonderful . I have always known you two would make it . I hope I can keep in better contact with you guys . I don't want us to drift apart again . " " oh , that sounds wonderful . I have always known you two would make it . I hope I can keep in better contact with you guys . I don't want us to drift apart again . "," definitely ! Actually , we just moved into a new place . There's a house-warming party this Saturday , if you are free ? I know Jenny would love to see you again and it should be a good party . " " definitely ! Actually , we just moved into a new place . There's a house-warming party this Saturday , if you are free ? I know Jenny would love to see you again and it should be a good party . ", sounds great ! I'll be there . What do you do besides work and watching TV ? ," When I have some time , I like to exercise . " " When I have some time , I like to exercise . ", Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club ? Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club ? , I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago . I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago . , How do you exercise ? How do you exercise ? ," I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the Carpio , and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes . " " I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the Carpio , and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes . ", How often do you go ? How often do you go ? ," I want to go four times a week , but I'm too lazy . Last week , I only went to workout once . " How was your job at the state-owned enterprise ? ," Oh , I no longer work there . I'm working with a multi-national corporation . " " Oh , I no longer work there . I'm working with a multi-national corporation . ", You changed jobs again ? Why do you move so frequently ? You changed jobs again ? Why do you move so frequently ? , I want to try different things before I find the one I really like . I want to try different things before I find the one I really like . , Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ? Why don't you stick with one job for a bit longer ? ," I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new . " " I could handle everything pretty well in the old position , so I decided to move around and learn something new . ", How's your current job going ? How's your current job going ? ," I'm pretty satisfied with it . I can broaden my experience , learn lots of new things , and have more development opportunities . " Excuse me . I've been waiting here for 15 mins . Do you know how often does No . 3 run ? ," Oh , it runs every 20 mins . You must have missed it , when you came here . It should be here any minute now . " " Oh , it runs every 20 mins . You must have missed it , when you came here . It should be here any minute now . ", It seems that you have got here at a good time . Do you have a bus schedule ? It seems that you have got here at a good time . Do you have a bus schedule ? ," Yes , I do . You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map . " " Yes , I do . You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map . "," I see , thank you . " "Welcome , sir . What can I do for you ? ", May I have a look at that china tea set ? It is extremely beautiful . May I have a look at that china tea set ? It is extremely beautiful . , You've made a good choice . This china tea set is unusual . It was made in Jingdezhen . You've made a good choice . This china tea set is unusual . It was made in Jingdezhen . ," Jingdezhen ? Oh , I know it . Isn't it called the capital of porcelain ? " " Jingdezhen ? Oh , I know it . Isn't it called the capital of porcelain ? "," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . "," Oh , it must be very precious . Is it breakable ? " " Oh , it must be very precious . Is it breakable ? "," No , if you take some care when you use them . " " No , if you take some care when you use them . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , Two thousand . Two thousand . ," Oh , it is beyond my purse . " "Steven , have a rest . Could you have a talk with me ? "," OK ! What can I do for you , Madam ? " " OK ! What can I do for you , Madam ? ", Janice has just got sick and I need a hand now . Could you come here earlier tomorrow morning ? Janice has just got sick and I need a hand now . Could you come here earlier tomorrow morning ? , When do you want me to come ? When do you want me to come ? , Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you . Let me think . About half past seven if it is okay for you . , That's fine . I can make it . "Sorry , honey , something has cropped up again . I have to deal with it . Perhaps I will go to back home till very late . ", It's nothing . It's not the first time anyway . It's nothing . It's not the first time anyway . ," Oh , come on . I will be back as early as possible . " " Oh , come on . I will be back as early as possible . ", I hope so . I heard that James was fired because he got a keep back of 20 thousands dollars from a vender . , That ’ s open secret . That ’ s open secret . , But mine could be a lie for his job . But mine could be a lie for his job . , How did you know that ? How did you know that ? , A little bird whispered to me . Keep that to yourself . Do you think the weather will be good this weekend ? , I heard it might rain . I heard it might rain . , Oh . That ’ s a pity . I thought that we might go hiking in the hills . Oh . That ’ s a pity . I thought that we might go hiking in the hills . , Mmm ... Well we could go to that new art gallery instead . Mmm ... Well we could go to that new art gallery instead . , Yes that might be a better idea . Yes that might be a better idea . , Maybe we ’ ll meet some of the artists too . Maybe we ’ ll meet some of the artists too . , Ok - let ’ s do that then ! May I help you ? , Do you have the latest lipstick from Christian Dior ? Do you have the latest lipstick from Christian Dior ? , Yes . What colors do you like ? Yes . What colors do you like ? , Any special colors ? Any special colors ? , How about this one ? How about this one ? , Can I try it on and see how it looks ? Can I try it on and see how it looks ? , Of course . This product moisturizes at the same time . Of course . This product moisturizes at the same time . , Looks good . I'll take it . Hello ," Hi Angela , it's Dan . " " Hi Angela , it's Dan . ", Hi B . How are you ? Hi B . How are you ? , Good . Good . , I called you yesterday . Did you get my message ? I called you yesterday . Did you get my message ? ," Yes , I was taking a shower when you called . I saw that you called and I tried to call you back , but I think your phone was off . " " Yes , I was taking a shower when you called . I saw that you called and I tried to call you back , but I think your phone was off . "," No problem . I wanted to remind you that my friend is getting married next week . You're still coming to the wedding with me , right ? " " No problem . I wanted to remind you that my friend is getting married next week . You're still coming to the wedding with me , right ? "," Oh , is that next week ? " " Oh , is that next week ? ", Yes . Did you forget ? Yes . Did you forget ? ," No , of course not . I already bought them a present . " " No , of course not . I already bought them a present . "," That's good . I want to invite Megan also . Next time you see her , can you tell her for me . " " That's good . I want to invite Megan also . Next time you see her , can you tell her for me . ", Sure . Does she know your friend ? Sure . Does she know your friend ? ," Yes , I think they might have gone to the same college or something like that . I'm not exactly sure how they know each other . " " Yes , I think they might have gone to the same college or something like that . I'm not exactly sure how they know each other . ", Are we all going to drive together ? Are we all going to drive together ? ," Yes . I'll pick you up first , and then we'll go get Megan . " What a wonderful party ! I had a good time . How about you ? ," I enjoyed myself , too . " " I enjoyed myself , too . ", Shall I give you a ride home ? Shall I give you a ride home ? ," Yes , if it's not too much of a trouble . " " Yes , if it's not too much of a trouble . ", It's no trouble at all because your house is on the way to my place . It's no trouble at all because your house is on the way to my place . , That's great . Let's go ! "Come on , Jenny , we are heading our way to the Opera House . ", I am dead tired and I can't walk any further . I am dead tired and I can't walk any further . ," Oh , I am sorry , I thought you were not . " " Oh , I am sorry , I thought you were not . ", Why don't we stop and have a rest here ? Why don't we stop and have a rest here ? , Fine . Actually I am a little tired too . Want some water ? We will go to climb up the hill tomorrow . Let's go to supermarket to buy some food . ," Yes , we can have a picnic on the top of the hill . " " Yes , we can have a picnic on the top of the hill . ", What should we buy ? What should we buy ? , Let me see . We should go to buy some fruit first . Let me see . We should go to buy some fruit first . , It is heavy and not convenient to take them to the top . It is heavy and not convenient to take them to the top . , How about taking a cantaloupe ? It is light and sweet . Children love it . How about taking a cantaloupe ? It is light and sweet . Children love it . , Good idea . We can buy some candy and nuts for children . Good idea . We can buy some candy and nuts for children . ," Yes . Look , cashew , peanuts , assorted biscuits , chocolate , canned goods , anything else ? " " Yes . Look , cashew , peanuts , assorted biscuits , chocolate , canned goods , anything else ? ", That's enough for the kids . Get some drinks . That's enough for the kids . Get some drinks . , Definitely beer . Two bottles . Definitely beer . Two bottles . , Right . We should buy some yoghurt for kids . Right . We should buy some yoghurt for kids . , Yes . Shall we buy some saucers ? It will be used during our picnic . Yes . Shall we buy some saucers ? It will be used during our picnic . , OK . Four saucers . We can buy some custard tarts tomorrow morning . OK . Four saucers . We can buy some custard tarts tomorrow morning . , Let's go to queue up . There are so many people in the lines . What sort of salary did you get at your previous job ? ," Well , I got $ 3,000 per month . " " Well , I got $ 3,000 per month . "," I see . I am sure we can offer you $ 3 , 500 at the beginning . Would that be satisfactory ? " " I see . I am sure we can offer you $ 3 , 500 at the beginning . Would that be satisfactory ? "," Yes , I think so . That would be more than I have wished . " " Yes , I think so . That would be more than I have wished . "," Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ? " " Good . We also have health insurance , bonus and paid vacation . When can you begin to work ? ", What about early next week ? What about early next week ? , Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes . Good . Please come in on Monday . Working hours are from eight to four-thirty . Lunch is fifty-five minutes . ," Yes , sir . " "Excuse me , Mr . Graham ? I have something I need to discuss with you . "," I ’ m in a bit of a hurry , Louise . Can it wait ? " " I ’ m in a bit of a hurry , Louise . Can it wait ? ", I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ’ s about the overtime you ’ Ve asked me to put in . I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now . It ’ s about the overtime you ’ Ve asked me to put in . , All right . Why don ’ t you have a seat ? What ’ s the problem ? Could I have my hair dyed ? ," Certainly , which color do you want to dye it ? " " Certainly , which color do you want to dye it ? "," I want the latest fashion , can you make some suggestions ? " " I want the latest fashion , can you make some suggestions ? "," Right now , many girls are dyeing there hair blond . " " Right now , many girls are dyeing there hair blond . "," I don't think that was suit me very well , blond is kind of erratic . " " I don't think that was suit me very well , blond is kind of erratic . ", What do you think about pink ? What do you think about pink ? ," Oh , no . I think it's better to be a natural chinese , with natural chinese hair.Have you got good brand of hair dye ? " " Oh , no . I think it's better to be a natural chinese , with natural chinese hair.Have you got good brand of hair dye ? "," Yes , we have several brands , which one do you prefer ? " " Yes , we have several brands , which one do you prefer ? ", I want the best one . I want the best one . ," First , you need a shampoo , it makes it easier for your hair to be dyed . Let's down your hair in the water , you hair will be fairly clean that way . " " First , you need a shampoo , it makes it easier for your hair to be dyed . Let's down your hair in the water , you hair will be fairly clean that way . "," After this dye job , it feels I look younger . " " After this dye job , it feels I look younger . ", You hair is definitely fresh and shiner looking . "You talked like the Terminator for two months ? Wow , I think you liked that movie even more than I liked ' Titanic . ' Why did you like ' Terminator ' so much ? "," Well , ' Terminator ' is a really great action movie , and I like action movies because they're exciting . " " Well , ' Terminator ' is a really great action movie , and I like action movies because they're exciting . ", Isn't ' Terminator ' really violent ? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out . Isn't ' Terminator ' really violent ? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out . ," It is pretty violent , but since it's just robots fighting one another , it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out . " " It is pretty violent , but since it's just robots fighting one another , it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out . "," Hmm ... I don't know . Even though it may not be gory , I think it would still totally freak me out . " I quit my job . , You can't be serious . Let me get the keys and we ’ ll go to look at it . , Okay . Okay . , It ’ s the one you like . It ’ s the one you like . ," Wow ! It ’ s really good for me , especially the living room . It is big enough to put all my stuff there . It ’ s a deal ! I ’ ll rent this one . " " Wow ! It ’ s really good for me , especially the living room . It is big enough to put all my stuff there . It ’ s a deal ! I ’ ll rent this one . "," Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ’ rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ’ s nothing damaged , we ’ ll give you back one month ’ s rent when you move out . You ’ ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ? " " Okay . Now we need you to fill a form with your personal information . We need information like social insurance number ( Social security number in the US ) , your address , phone number , etc . We also need a security deposit of $ 200 . And you have to pay two months ’ rent in advance for renting the first time . If there ’ s nothing damaged , we ’ ll give you back one month ’ s rent when you move out . You ’ ll be responsible for all the utilities . Do you want to sign a lease today ? ", Sure ! Sure ! ," Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ’ t get your deposit back . " " Oh , one more thing I forgot . You must let us know two months in advance if you want to stop renting within the contract . Otherwise , you can ’ t get your deposit back . ", Okay . Thank you for your reminder . Okay . Thank you for your reminder . , You ’ re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in . You ’ re welcome . Be sure to get the keys one day before you move in . , Thank you again . "Dou you think I should join a basketball team , Mary ? "," Why not . If I were you , I certainly would . " " Why not . If I were you , I certainly would . ", But I'm afraid it will take too much of my time . But I'm afraid it will take too much of my time . ," As the saying goes , work value work , play value play . All work and no play make a jucky-dull boy , you know . " " As the saying goes , work value work , play value play . All work and no play make a jucky-dull boy , you know . "," Em , you ’ re right . " "IMPF Bank , Li Lan speaking , how may I help you ? "," Hello , Ms Li , this is Mr Peng . " " Hello , Ms Li , this is Mr Peng . "," Hello , Mr Peng , how nice to hear from you again . What can I do for you today ? " " Hello , Mr Peng , how nice to hear from you again . What can I do for you today ? "," We'll be coming in tomorrow to make a rather large cash withdrawal , it's for payroll . " " We'll be coming in tomorrow to make a rather large cash withdrawal , it's for payroll . ", I see . How much exactly ? I see . How much exactly ? ," 500,000 RIB . Do you need me to give you my account number ? " " 500,000 RIB . Do you need me to give you my account number ? "," No , that's OK . I've got all of your information here on the screen in front of me . The money will be ready and waiting for you tomorrow . " " No , that's OK . I've got all of your information here on the screen in front of me . The money will be ready and waiting for you tomorrow . "," Thanks very much for your help , Li Lan . See you tomorrow . " "I can't believe it , I had faith in Bob and he let me down . ", I know what you mean . I know what you mean . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , he did the same to me . " What is the weather like today ? ," It stops snowing , but there's a bit wind . " " It stops snowing , but there's a bit wind . ", And the streets are covered with ice . Do you know what the temperature is today ? And the streets are covered with ice . Do you know what the temperature is today ? , I missed today's weather for cast in the radio I missed today's weather for cast in the radio ," It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery . " " It seems 10 degree below zero at least . I don't mind the cold weather , but do hate when it get slippery . ", The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport The ice is soon be thick for skating . I'm so fine to want a sport , That's fine . let's go skating together tomorrow . I really dislike reading academic books . ," That may be so , but reading them is an important way to expand your knowledge . " "Hey , what's new ? ", Not much . Just sitting here eating some Chinese food . Is that the paper ? Why don't you open it and tell me my horoscope ? Not much . Just sitting here eating some Chinese food . Is that the paper ? Why don't you open it and tell me my horoscope ? ," Ok , wait a minute ... let's see . I'm a Taurus , and it says , Mars is in the third house , and is soon to eclipse Venus . I don't know what that means , but then it says , Your charm and drive will win others over to your way of thinking . Remember to be positive . Sounds good to me . " " Ok , wait a minute ... let's see . I'm a Taurus , and it says , Mars is in the third house , and is soon to eclipse Venus . I don't know what that means , but then it says , Your charm and drive will win others over to your way of thinking . Remember to be positive . Sounds good to me . ", What about Gemini ? What's the prediction ? What about Gemini ? What's the prediction ? ," Since Mercury has crossed paths with Jupiter , your fortunes are falling . Bad luck will follow you today , and you will lose that which you value . Be careful . " " Since Mercury has crossed paths with Jupiter , your fortunes are falling . Bad luck will follow you today , and you will lose that which you value . Be careful . "," That sounds bad ! I'm really worried , what should I do ? Maybe I should go home and stay in the rest of the day . " " That sounds bad ! I'm really worried , what should I do ? Maybe I should go home and stay in the rest of the day . ", But we have a date tonight ! You can't stay at home because of a stupid horoscope . "Excuse me , how many sightseeing spots are there in the park ? ", There are about 20 main spots and some other small spots . There are about 20 main spots and some other small spots . , Do I have to buy extra ticket if I want to visit the main spots ? Do I have to buy extra ticket if I want to visit the main spots ? ," Yes , some of the spots charges separately . " " Yes , some of the spots charges separately . "," Well , do you have through tickets ? " " Well , do you have through tickets ? "," Yes , sir , it's $ 20 . " "Dad , what's the date ? ", It's December eighteenth . It's December eighteenth . , In seven days it will be Christmas Day . In seven days it will be Christmas Day . ," Yes , I know that . " " Yes , I know that . "," So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ? " " So , can I buy some new shoes as a Christmas present ? "," Sure , a promise is a promise . " "I really hope to reach an agreement with you today that is suitable and beneficial for us both . I've thought through a lot of these details , and I hope we can have a chance to discuss them and resolve any differences this afternoon . "," Let's get start . What kinds of things do you have in mind ? If you let us know the requirements you have from the very beginning , we can work through each one until we can come to an agreement . " " Let's get start . What kinds of things do you have in mind ? If you let us know the requirements you have from the very beginning , we can work through each one until we can come to an agreement . "," Firstly , we'd like to discuss a discounted price . If you can give us a discount of 7 % on the high volumes orders , we can pay in 60 days . " " Firstly , we'd like to discuss a discounted price . If you can give us a discount of 7 % on the high volumes orders , we can pay in 60 days . "," Huh ... I think 7 % is little high that might be hard to do . How about this ? We'll give you a discount of 4 % , but you can have 90 days credits . " " Huh ... I think 7 % is little high that might be hard to do . How about this ? We'll give you a discount of 4 % , but you can have 90 days credits . "," Well , that might be acceptable , if you handle the insurance fees . " " Well , that might be acceptable , if you handle the insurance fees . "," No , you have to take care of the insurance . But we are willing to pay the half transport . Can you accept that ? " " No , you have to take care of the insurance . But we are willing to pay the half transport . Can you accept that ? "," We cover the insurance and half the transport fee , and only have a discount of 4 % . " " We cover the insurance and half the transport fee , and only have a discount of 4 % . ", But you'll have 90 days to pay your bill and I'll tell you what ... I'll also throw in the discount of 10 % on your up front deposit . But you'll have 90 days to pay your bill and I'll tell you what ... I'll also throw in the discount of 10 % on your up front deposit . , Done ... "Shall I make some coffee , Jane ? "," That's a good idea , Charlotte . " " That's a good idea , Charlotte . ", It's ready . Do you want any milk ? It's ready . Do you want any milk ? , Just a little please . Just a little please . , What about some sugar ? Two teaspoonfuls ? What about some sugar ? Two teaspoonfuls ? ," No , less than that . One and a half teaspoonfuls please . That's enough for me . That was very nice . " " No , less than that . One and a half teaspoonfuls please . That's enough for me . That was very nice . ", Would you like some more ? Would you like some more ? ," Yes , please . I'd like a cigarette , too . May I have one ? " " Yes , please . I'd like a cigarette , too . May I have one ? ", Of course . I think there are a few in that box . Of course . I think there are a few in that box . , I'm afraid it's empty . I'm afraid it's empty . , What a pity ! What a pity ! , It doesn't matter . It doesn't matter . , Have a biscuit instead . Eat more and smoke less ! Have a biscuit instead . Eat more and smoke less ! , That's very good advice ! I can ’ t find my purse . Have you seen it ? ," No , I haven ’ t . " " No , I haven ’ t . ", I ’ Ve looked everywhere for it . I must have left it somewhere . I hope I haven ’ t lost it . I ’ Ve looked everywhere for it . I must have left it somewhere . I hope I haven ’ t lost it . , Perhaps you left that at school . Perhaps you left that at school . ," No , I had it when I left school this afternoon . " " No , I had it when I left school this afternoon . ", Well . Didn ’ t you go around to the Smith after school ? You might have left it there . Well . Didn ’ t you go around to the Smith after school ? You might have left it there . ," Yes , I ’ d better give her a call now . " " Yes , I ’ d better give her a call now . ", But she can ’ t be home now . She might have gone to the library . But she can ’ t be home now . She might have gone to the library . , Perhaps I should call her later . How do you like the food sold in this sidewalk snack booth ? ," At least , it is better than my boxed lunch at work . I'm so fed up with the bland food . Thank you for having lunch with me ! " " At least , it is better than my boxed lunch at work . I'm so fed up with the bland food . Thank you for having lunch with me ! ", Any time . But I don't mind eating boxed lunch . The food sanitation is really good too . Any time . But I don't mind eating boxed lunch . The food sanitation is really good too . , It's hard to believe that you like it . You are so easy to be satisfied . It's hard to believe that you like it . You are so easy to be satisfied . ," Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff . " " Hey , it's not that bad . The food is nutritious and it's really convenient . I don't want to spend too much time on eating stuff . ", Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine . Eating is important . You are what you eat . It's not only a daily routine . ," Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ? " " Well , will you just go back to work after lunch ? ", No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch . No . I'm going to pay the bill for the company's lunch . , But you didn't eat anything today . But you didn't eat anything today . ," Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant . " " Well , the bill is paid by month . That's probably the only thing that I like about a take-out restaurant . ", All right . I'm going to the McDonald's . All right . I'm going to the McDonald's . , For what ? I thought you didn't like western food . For what ? I thought you didn't like western food . ," No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week . " " No , I never did . It's for my son . He loves it , and I made an agreement with him that he can eat it once a week . "," That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food . " " That's really smart . My son Daniel is the same with your son . I just don't get it , why all the kids prefer western food to traditional food . "," Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one . " " Me , either . But , it's for sure that the children market is a really big one . ", That's for sure . It's always hard for the parents to say no to their children . "We are interested in your pure silk , but I'm wondering about the price . How much will you possibly offer us ? ", It's $ 120 per yard including a 5 % discount . It's $ 120 per yard including a 5 % discount . , That's much higher than I expected . Can you come down a bit ? That's much higher than I expected . Can you come down a bit ? ," But if you placed a larger order , we would increase the discount to 10 % . " " But if you placed a larger order , we would increase the discount to 10 % . "," Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ? " " Supposing we agreed to your price , what payment terms could you offer us ? ", Maybe we would consider a longer credit period . Maybe we would consider a longer credit period . , That would be nice . Let's call it a deal . Thanks a lot for having us . We had a good time . , I'm glad you came . You're welcome anytime . I'm glad you came . You're welcome anytime . ," Thanks . By the way , tell your wife she throws a great party . " " Thanks . By the way , tell your wife she throws a great party . ", I will . See you later . Should I go now ? , Nice and easy . Just give it a little gas . Nice and easy . Just give it a little gas . , Nothing is happening ! Nothing is happening ! , First you have to put the car into gear . Move this shifter so the arrow points at D for drive . First you have to put the car into gear . Move this shifter so the arrow points at D for drive . , What do these other letters mean ? What do these other letters mean ? ," R is for reverse , P is for park , and D1 and D2 are lower gears for going through snow , or up a steep hill . " "Honey , I think you should quit smoking . ", Why ? You said I was hot when smoking . Why ? You said I was hot when smoking . , But I want you to be fit . But I want you to be fit . , Smoking is killing . I know . Smoking is killing . I know . , Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer . Check out this article . It says smoking can lead to lung cancer . , I don ’ t believe it . I don ’ t believe it . ," But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ? " " But you know that smoking does harm to health , right ? "," Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ... " " Of course I know it , but you know it's hard to quit smoking ... ", Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ? Stop beating around the bush . Will you quit or not ? ," Yes , ma'am . Whatever you say . " The bridegroom looks a bit nervous . ," On this occasion , most people do . " " On this occasion , most people do . "," Oh , they are playing the wedding March . Here they come . " " Oh , they are playing the wedding March . Here they come . ", She is a beautiful bride . She is a beautiful bride . , I am so happy for them . I am so happy for them . , Are you crying ? Are you crying ? ," Yes , I always cry at weddings . " " Yes , I always cry at weddings . ", Harris and Anne are perfect for each other . Harris and Anne are perfect for each other . ," Yes , they are . " " Yes , they are . ", You and Tom also make a great couple . You and Tom also make a great couple . ," In fact , we are beginning to make preparations . " " In fact , we are beginning to make preparations . ", For the wedding ? For the wedding ? ," No , no , for the engagement . " " No , no , for the engagement . ", Try to catch this bouquet then . "These goods can be broken very easily , so we would be thankful if you would be sure to use durable packing materials . ", That will be no problem . We never use any kind of inferior packaging . Your goods will be safe . That will be no problem . We never use any kind of inferior packaging . Your goods will be safe . , Good . Can we ask you to put a country of origin mark on each container ? Good . Can we ask you to put a country of origin mark on each container ? ," We always do that , but I will make a point to check it for you since it is so important . " " We always do that , but I will make a point to check it for you since it is so important . ", Do you always put a quality mark on each container ? For this shipment it is crucial to us that you do . Do you always put a quality mark on each container ? For this shipment it is crucial to us that you do . , We don't usually do that unless we are asked to . I'lI tell my staff to take care of this for you . We don't usually do that unless we are asked to . I'lI tell my staff to take care of this for you . , Thanks . This shipment is so important to us there cannot be any foul-ups . "You know , Taylor's been in the hospital for a couple of days . ", And I'm the one who put him there with my football moves . And I'm the one who put him there with my football moves . , But you're not to blame for them keeping him there . But you're not to blame for them keeping him there . ," Yeah , what was all that stuff about running tests about anyway ? " " Yeah , what was all that stuff about running tests about anyway ? "," I'm not sure , but we can find out . I bought some crosswords to keep him busy . " " I'm not sure , but we can find out . I bought some crosswords to keep him busy . "," Great , then let's go visit him . I want to give him some flowers , too , to say sorry . " "I'm free on Sunday . I'd like to take a look in Beijing City , could you tell me where to go ? "," Sure , no problem . I'll ring to have a city tour.on sunday morning we can go to the Great Wall , then we can go to the summer palace in the afternoon . In the evening we can have typical dinner in restaurant in Beijing . Quanjude , a restaurant serving roast ducks . However if you don't like above trips , we can go some famous places outside of Beijing . " " Sure , no problem . I'll ring to have a city tour.on sunday morning we can go to the Great Wall , then we can go to the summer palace in the afternoon . In the evening we can have typical dinner in restaurant in Beijing . Quanjude , a restaurant serving roast ducks . However if you don't like above trips , we can go some famous places outside of Beijing . ", Any place will be fine . you make the decision . Any place will be fine . you make the decision . , What time shall we start ? What time shall we start ? , I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning . I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning . ," Ok , then see you in sunday morning . " "Um , which of them is the better typist ? "," Well , Mary types faster than Jones . But I think Jones types more carefully . " " Well , Mary types faster than Jones . But I think Jones types more carefully . ", Is there any difference in their short hand ? Is there any difference in their short hand ? ," Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ’ s short hand is the best in her class . " " Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly , but Mary ’ s short hand is the best in her class . ", How about languages ? How about languages ? , Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does . Both of them speak excellent French . But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does . , Um . That doesn ’ t really matter . Because we have more French visitors than German . "Waiter , a table for two , please . "," Yes , this way please . " " Yes , this way please . ", Can we see the menu please . Can we see the menu please . , Here you are . Here you are . , What ’ s good today ? What ’ s good today ? , I recommend crisp beef and fried duck . I recommend crisp beef and fried duck . , We don ’ t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips . We don ’ t want that . Well . perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips . , Do you want any dissert ? Do you want any dissert ? ," no dissert , thanks , just coffee.can I have the check please ? " how's your job search going ? , I don't know . I only started looking for a job a few days ago . I don't know . I only started looking for a job a few days ago . , I see . Have you found anything that you're interested in ? I see . Have you found anything that you're interested in ? , I've only found a few openings in my field . I've only found a few openings in my field . , what kind of job are you looking for ? what kind of job are you looking for ? , I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering . I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering . ," there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ? " " there's not a very high demand for that kind of job , is there ? "," unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field . " " unfortunately not . If I can't find anything in the field , then I could also work in the tourism field . "," that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ? " " that's a good idea . You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry , don't you ? ", yes . yes . ," by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in . " " by the way , I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in . ", really ? what is it ? really ? what is it ? , it's a job at a recruitment agency . it's a job at a recruitment agency . , that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ? that's interesting . Do you think they'd hire me ? ," well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job ! " " well , you have plenty of experience job hunting . I think you'd be the perfect person for the job ! ", that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ? that's true . I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview . Do you have the details ? ," sure , it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds . Good luck ! " "When she told me that she would marry no man but Dick , my heart was almost in my mouth . "," You were scared , too ? I dared not tell you my feeling when I heard that . I almost got fainted . " " You were scared , too ? I dared not tell you my feeling when I heard that . I almost got fainted . ", I could not and can ’ t make out the reason why she would set her heart on a man like Dick . He plays the field with many girls . I could not and can ’ t make out the reason why she would set her heart on a man like Dick . He plays the field with many girls . ," But Sarah says she does not care , so long as he loves her . " Did you have any publications ? ," Yes , I wrote a thesis entitled English Education in High School and it was published in the Education Magazine . " " Yes , I wrote a thesis entitled English Education in High School and it was published in the Education Magazine . ", Have you received any honors ? Have you received any honors ? ," Yes , I was chosen as a Three Goods student many times in college . " "Have you ever thought about having children , Kaitlyn ? "," My husband and I have thought about it , but we've decided not to have any . They're just too expensive . Besides , with all the news about global warming on the news lately , who knows what kind of Worl " " My husband and I have thought about it , but we've decided not to have any . They're just too expensive . Besides , with all the news about global warming on the news lately , who knows what kind of Worl "," Well , I've always wanted to have lots of children . Growing up with only one brother , I always felt a bit lonely . What do you think about families with only one child ? " " Well , I've always wanted to have lots of children . Growing up with only one brother , I always felt a bit lonely . What do you think about families with only one child ? "," For me , growing up in a big family always made me yearn for attention . I always wanted to be an only child so that I could always do what I wanted and so that I wouldn't ever have to share . " " For me , growing up in a big family always made me yearn for attention . I always wanted to be an only child so that I could always do what I wanted and so that I wouldn't ever have to share . ", Don't you think you would miss having other people around ? Don't you think you would miss having other people around ? ," No way ! I spent 20 years of my life with relatives around me 24-7 . You know , I don't think I've ever actually spent any time by myself in my parents ' home . What do you think fo the one-child policy " " No way ! I spent 20 years of my life with relatives around me 24-7 . You know , I don't think I've ever actually spent any time by myself in my parents ' home . What do you think fo the one-child policy "," If China didn't have such a policy , can you imagine how many people there would be in China now ? " " If China didn't have such a policy , can you imagine how many people there would be in China now ? "," That's true . But as a woman , I'm glad that even though I don't want any children , I at least have a choice in how many children I have . On the other hand , I can't imagine what China would be like " " That's true . But as a woman , I'm glad that even though I don't want any children , I at least have a choice in how many children I have . On the other hand , I can't imagine what China would be like ", Do you think most families with many children envy or feel sorry for other families with only one child ? Do you think most families with many children envy or feel sorry for other families with only one child ? ," I don't know what other people think , but I , for one , envy only children ! " Will you be at the family reunion next year ? ," Yes , we'll be there , come hell or high water ! " Have you seen the movie Batwoman ? ," No , not yet . Is it good ? " " No , not yet . Is it good ? "," Yes , it's quite amusing , actually . Good plot , and Sharon Stone's in it . " " Yes , it's quite amusing , actually . Good plot , and Sharon Stone's in it . "," Oh , she's good . She must be getting on a bit now . " " Oh , she's good . She must be getting on a bit now . "," Yeah , but she looks amazing . " " Yeah , but she looks amazing . ", So what's the movie about ? So what's the movie about ? ," Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat . " " Well , it's about this woman who got murdered because she discovered some company secrets about the cosmetics company she worked for . But then she got reincarnated as a cat . ", Huh ? Huh ? ," I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil . " " I know . Stay with me . She then decided to get her revenge by revealing the company secret and killing the boss . First , though , she had to discover her true cat nature . At the end she had a big fight with Sharon Stone , who was the real danger in the company . She had actually murdered the boss , who was her husband , and then tried to frame Batwoman for the murder , so everyone thought Batwoman was evil . ", I see . Batwoman married the boss ? I see . Batwoman married the boss ? ," No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature . " " No . Sharon Stone was married to the boss , who treated her badly , so she killed him . So where was I ? OK , so then , at the same time she fell in love with a cop , who was investigating the murder of the boss . Finally , she ditched the cop to follow her feline nature . "," Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ? " " Wait a minute , I'm lost . The cop killed the boss ? "," No , Sharon Stone did . " " No , Sharon Stone did . ", And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ? And Sharon Stone is Batwoman ? , Haven't you been listening to a word I've been saying ? "So who does he think he is , anyway , I can't believe the way that my boss has been ordering everyone around lately , I mean , it's now like he is the CEO , or anything . "," Um ... Actually I am guessing you didn't get the MEMO . Your boss was selected to fill the vacancy in the CEO slot . He actually is the CEO now , or will be , as soon as the official press releases and hoopla is done with . " " Um ... Actually I am guessing you didn't get the MEMO . Your boss was selected to fill the vacancy in the CEO slot . He actually is the CEO now , or will be , as soon as the official press releases and hoopla is done with . "," Yikes ! you are joking , right ? I can't believe it . No wonder he is so stressed and bossy lately . I thought he was just being ostentatious by giving orders to people and all the different departments . What big shoes to fill ! " " Yikes ! you are joking , right ? I can't believe it . No wonder he is so stressed and bossy lately . I thought he was just being ostentatious by giving orders to people and all the different departments . What big shoes to fill ! "," No kidding ! When the last CEO left , we were worried about the future of the company . " " No kidding ! When the last CEO left , we were worried about the future of the company . "," What does a CEO do anyway ? I know the CEO makes the most money in the company , but what does he actually do ? " " What does a CEO do anyway ? I know the CEO makes the most money in the company , but what does he actually do ? "," He is responsible to the board of directors for everything that happens in the company . He or she must give leadership to all company officers , as CEO is also responsible for providing the guidance of philosophy of the company , and acting as official representative , or face of the company . " " He is responsible to the board of directors for everything that happens in the company . He or she must give leadership to all company officers , as CEO is also responsible for providing the guidance of philosophy of the company , and acting as official representative , or face of the company . ", Must be one smart guy . "have you moved into your new house yet , Michael ? "," we just moved in yesterday , actually . " " we just moved in yesterday , actually . "," so , what do you think about the place ? Are you glad that you moved in ? " " so , what do you think about the place ? Are you glad that you moved in ? "," it's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up . " " it's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up . ", how old is the house then ? how old is the house then ? , it's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history ! it's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history ! , sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ? sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ? , it's just off of the ring road . it's just off of the ring road . , do you have a big yard ? do you have a big yard ? ," it's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back . " " it's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back . ", is your house well-lit ? is your house well-lit ? ," oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house . " " oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house . ", how many rooms does your house have ? how many rooms does your house have ? ," right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest room i " " right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest room i ", I'd be up for that ! "Mom , give me a glass of orange juice . ", What the magic ward to say if you want something good to happen ? What the magic ward to say if you want something good to happen ? ," Oh , sorry mom , i forgot.please give me a glass of orange juice . " " Oh , sorry mom , i forgot.please give me a glass of orange juice . "," Ok , here you are . " " Ok , here you are . "," Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice . " " Oh , it is nice and cold , definitely good orange juice . "," Amy , you forgot another magic word . " " Amy , you forgot another magic word . "," Oh , sorry again , thank you mom . " " Oh , sorry again , thank you mom . ", You are very welcome . "Hi , this is China Southern Airlines . Is that Miss . Ye ? "," Yes , speaking . What can I do for you ? " " Yes , speaking . What can I do for you ? "," I am responsible for verifying your information before you come for the interview . What , uh , position do you want ... uh ... to do ? " " I am responsible for verifying your information before you come for the interview . What , uh , position do you want ... uh ... to do ? ", Pardon ? Your way of articulating is too slow . Would you speak a little faster ? Pardon ? Your way of articulating is too slow . Would you speak a little faster ? ," Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ? " " Sorry , I am used to speaking in a slow pace , but I will try to be faster . What position do you want to do ? ", I have been yearning for a job as a stewardess in an airline like yours . Excuse me . Could you tell me how to get to the library ? , Of course . It's on Memorial Avenue . Of course . It's on Memorial Avenue . , On Memorial Avenue ? On Memorial Avenue ? , Right . You know where that is ? Right . You know where that is ? , I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town . I'm afraid I don't . I'm quite new in town . ," Well , do you know where the post office is ? " " Well , do you know where the post office is ? "," No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is . " " No , I don't . But I do know where the shopping mall is . "," That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight . " " That won't help us . Let me see now ... Why don't you follow this street , Elm , until , you get to the second stoplight . "," Well , thank you very much , I hope I can find it . " May I take your order now ? ," Yes , bring me a bottle of wine and filet steak . " " Yes , bring me a bottle of wine and filet steak . ", Do you want some salad dressing ? Do you want some salad dressing ? ," Yes , what kind do you have ? " " Yes , what kind do you have ? "," We have Italian , French , thousand island and blue cheese . " " We have Italian , French , thousand island and blue cheese . ", I think French will be fine . Hi . May I help you ? , Yes . What's the buying rate for euro ? Yes . What's the buying rate for euro ? , 1.15 U . S . dollars to the euro . 1.15 U . S . dollars to the euro . ," Okay . I'd like to change some euro into US dollars , please . " " Okay . I'd like to change some euro into US dollars , please . ", Sure . How much would you like to change ? Sure . How much would you like to change ? , Six hundred euro . Six hundred euro . , Very good . May I see your passport ? Very good . May I see your passport ? , Here you are . Here you are . , How would you like your bills ? How would you like your bills ? , In fifties please . "I passed all the tests , Mom . ", Well done ! "Hello , Beijing Hotel . ", Hello ! Do you have any rooms available tomorrow night ? Hello ! Do you have any rooms available tomorrow night ? , Sure.How many rooms do you need ? Sure.How many rooms do you need ? , Just one . Just one . , What kind of room ? What kind of room ? , I need a room with two double beds . I need a room with two double beds . , Smoking or non-smoking ? Smoking or non-smoking ? , Non . Non . , How many nights will you be staying ? How many nights will you be staying ? , Six nights . Six nights . , Ok . I just need your name and credit card number to hold the room . Oh you look awful ! What ’ s the matter ? , Oh ! I feel really under the weather . I ’ Ve got a sore throat and a bad cough . Oh ! I feel really under the weather . I ’ Ve got a sore throat and a bad cough . , Oh dear . Maybe you ’ Ve caught a cold . Oh dear . Maybe you ’ Ve caught a cold . ," Yes , I ’ Ve had lots of overtime to do recently and I haven ’ t slept much at all . " " Yes , I ’ Ve had lots of overtime to do recently and I haven ’ t slept much at all . "," Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ’ t go out drinking . " " Well then , you should get some rest this weekend and don ’ t go out drinking . "," Yes , I think you ’ re right ! " I'm looking for a necklace for my girl friend as a birthday present . , You've come to the right store . We've got a beautiful and wide selection of necklaces for you to choose from . You've come to the right store . We've got a beautiful and wide selection of necklaces for you to choose from . , I like that one over there . Can you show it to me ? I like that one over there . Can you show it to me ? , Do you mean the exquisite golden necklace ? Do you mean the exquisite golden necklace ? , Exactly . How much do you want for it ? Exactly . How much do you want for it ? , It costs only two thousand yuan . It costs only two thousand yuan . , Is it made of pure gold ? Is it made of pure gold ? ," Yes , it is , and the lustre will never fade out . " " Yes , it is , and the lustre will never fade out . ", I'll take it . Please wrap it up for me and give me the receipt . I can't believe the way our landlord cheated us . ," I know how you feel . I had a similar problem with a landlord a few years ago . Fortunately , the one we have now is very nice . " "Good morning , Angela , how have you been lately ? "," Morning , Michael . I ’ Ve been very busy lately . One of our other vendors is going out of business and I ’ Ve been searching for a suitable replacement . " " Morning , Michael . I ’ Ve been very busy lately . One of our other vendors is going out of business and I ’ Ve been searching for a suitable replacement . "," Well , rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run , sitdown.Coffee ? " " Well , rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run , sitdown.Coffee ? "," No , thanks . I ’ Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine . " " No , thanks . I ’ Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine . "," Haha , I could never do that . I ’ d be a zombie if I didn ’ t have my morning coffee fix . Let ’ s get down to business then . " " Haha , I could never do that . I ’ d be a zombie if I didn ’ t have my morning coffee fix . Let ’ s get down to business then . "," Yes . I ’ Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market . " " Yes . I ’ Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone . The demand for phone cameras is growing , and Pear has been falling behind in the market . ", That ’ s great ! I ’ m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ? That ’ s great ! I ’ m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon . Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras . Is Pear still interested in having those ? ," No , we ’ re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal . " " No , we ’ re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels . We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal . ", Surely . Let ’ s get started by drafting a new contract . Can you tell me about some good deals on produce ? , The mangoes are on sale today . The mangoes are on sale today . , What exactly are mangoes ? What exactly are mangoes ? , They have yellowish red skin . It's a fruit with one big seed . They have yellowish red skin . It's a fruit with one big seed . , Is the seed edible ? Is the seed edible ? , Maybe if you were a parrot . I wouldn't recommend it . Maybe if you were a parrot . I wouldn't recommend it . , How much does a mango cost ? How much does a mango cost ? ," Normally , they're $ 2 each . Today , they're only $ 1 each . " " Normally , they're $ 2 each . Today , they're only $ 1 each . ", Maybe I won't like the taste . Maybe I won't like the taste . ," It's hard to describe . They're sweet , but also sort of citrusy . " " It's hard to describe . They're sweet , but also sort of citrusy . ", How do I tell the difference between a ripe one and an unripe one ? How do I tell the difference between a ripe one and an unripe one ? ," They're similar to an avocado . When the outside feels soft , they're ripe . " " They're similar to an avocado . When the outside feels soft , they're ripe . ", Where do most of them come from ? Where do most of them come from ? , These are from Mexico . Anyone home ? Jen ! , I'm in the kitchen ... let yourself in ! I'm in the kitchen ... let yourself in ! , Wow ! You're really working up a storm ! Wow ! You're really working up a storm ! , I know . I've even worked up a sweat . I know . I've even worked up a sweat . , You look like a cooking show host--only messier . Are you ready to leave ? , Give me a sec . What are we going to eat for dinner ? , Whatever meal that you plan on making . Whatever meal that you plan on making . , I thought you were making dinner tonight . I thought you were making dinner tonight . , I do all the cooking . I do all the cooking . , Your food tastes so much better than mine . Your food tastes so much better than mine . ," Save it . If you want something to eat , then make it yourself . " " Save it . If you want something to eat , then make it yourself . ", You really want me to cook tonight ? You really want me to cook tonight ? , I had a long day today . I really am not in the mood to make anything . I had a long day today . I really am not in the mood to make anything . , No problem . No problem . , Thanks . I'm going to go take a nap . Thanks . I'm going to go take a nap . , Would you like me to come get you when the food is done ? Would you like me to come get you when the food is done ? , Thank you . "Jenny , what are you going to do tomorrow morning ? "," I don't know yet . What's your idea , Dad ? " " I don't know yet . What's your idea , Dad ? ", I'm thinking of taking you and Peter swimming . What do you think ? I'm thinking of taking you and Peter swimming . What do you think ? , Dad ! It's cold now ! Dad ! It's cold now ! , But swimming in the winter is good for your body . Believe me . You look tired . ," Yeah , I ’ Ve been working so much overtime lately . " " Yeah , I ’ Ve been working so much overtime lately . ", Really ? How come ? Really ? How come ? , My boss gave me a big project . I had to have it finished it by this morning . It was so difficult ! My boss gave me a big project . I had to have it finished it by this morning . It was so difficult ! , You shouldn ’ t work so hard . You shouldn ’ t work so hard . ," I know . But hard work pays off , you know . " " I know . But hard work pays off , you know . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , Maybe now I ’ ll get that promotion I was hoping for . "Daddy , I want to buy a ten-speed-sportsman . ", How much is it ? Is three hundred dollars enough ? How much is it ? Is three hundred dollars enough ? ," No , I'm not asking for money . I'm asking for your advice . " " No , I'm not asking for money . I'm asking for your advice . "," Oh , you've already grown up , son . " That looks like a bad accident . ," Yeah , should we get out and help ? " " Yeah , should we get out and help ? "," No , there ’ s a police car behind us . He ’ ll stop . " " No , there ’ s a police car behind us . He ’ ll stop . "," Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain , and the other one hit him . " " Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain , and the other one hit him . "," Yeah . It ’ s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can . " " Yeah . It ’ s pretty bad , that car looks like a coke can . ", These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days . These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days . ," Yeah , it looks like we ’ re in for a long drive . " " Yeah , it looks like we ’ re in for a long drive . "," Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it . " " Ah , well . Put on the news . I got up late and missed it . ", All right . "Susan , can you tell me in a nutshell what the retail market is like in China ? "," Well , as per capital income goes up and up , the growth sector seems to be in the high-end . " " Well , as per capital income goes up and up , the growth sector seems to be in the high-end . ", Retail is going upscale here ? China is certainly growing more quickly than I had imagined . Retail is going upscale here ? China is certainly growing more quickly than I had imagined . , Yes . Things certainly have changed since I was a boy . We've developed very quickly . Yes . Things certainly have changed since I was a boy . We've developed very quickly . , Do you think the trend will continue ? Do you think the trend will continue ? ," I don't see why not . We do have some problems , but we are still willing to work hard and wages aren't too high at this point . " " I don't see why not . We do have some problems , but we are still willing to work hard and wages aren't too high at this point . "," Everything I've seen so far is very impressive , very impressive indeed . " Guess who I saw yesterday ? , Who ? Who ? , My cousin Monk . Have you seen her lately ? My cousin Monk . Have you seen her lately ? , Not for a couple of years . What happened to her ? Not for a couple of years . What happened to her ? , Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady . Nothing exactly . She's grown into a very attractive young lady . ," Oh , she is . " " Oh , she is . "," You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others . " " You know , her long lovely blond hair and beautiful blue eyes really make her stand out from others . ", Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim . Not surprising . I bet she's very tall and slim . , Yean . Around five feet five inches tall . "Excuse me , I want to go to Galion by ship . Is there a ship to Dalian ? "," Yes , there is . There is only one ship there every day . " " Yes , there is . There is only one ship there every day . ", What time does it leave ? What time does it leave ? , It leaves at 9:30 a . m .. It leaves at 9:30 a . m .. , Could you please tell me about the cabins ? Could you please tell me about the cabins ? ," Yes , all the cabins are fit for two . " " Yes , all the cabins are fit for two . ", Then where can I catch it ? Then where can I catch it ? , At Pier Five . At Pier Five . , Thank you . I haven't met you at the gym for a long time . ," yeah , I quit my job , and started working from home . Recently I've got a project to deal with and don't have much time to work out . " " yeah , I quit my job , and started working from home . Recently I've got a project to deal with and don't have much time to work out . "," why ? You have a decent salary , lots of promotion opportunities and a regular life of going to the office at 9 o ' clock and coming back home at 5 in the evening . " " why ? You have a decent salary , lots of promotion opportunities and a regular life of going to the office at 9 o ' clock and coming back home at 5 in the evening . "," it's not about pay raise or promotion . You know , I hate getting up early in the morning and coming back home late at night . " " it's not about pay raise or promotion . You know , I hate getting up early in the morning and coming back home late at night . ", then SOHO is your ideal work style . then SOHO is your ideal work style . ," yeah , as long as I have a computer and internet access , I can start working . I recently enjoy working in my own place and at my own pace . " " yeah , as long as I have a computer and internet access , I can start working . I recently enjoy working in my own place and at my own pace . ", and you don't have to work under that much pressure and control . and you don't have to work under that much pressure and control . , absolutely . I can decide when and what to do all by myself . absolutely . I can decide when and what to do all by myself . , sounds great . Are there many business opportunity ? sounds great . Are there many business opportunity ? ," yeah , I can find enough online . " " yeah , I can find enough online . ", it's good to have business around . But you should also do some exercise to keep fit . it's good to have business around . But you should also do some exercise to keep fit . , thank you for reminding me . I'll continue to exercise as soon as I finish this project . What's for dinner tonight ? , What are you planning on cooking ? What are you planning on cooking ? , I'm not making anything . I'm not making anything . ," If you plan on eating , you are . " " If you plan on eating , you are . ", What am I supposed to cook ? What am I supposed to cook ? , What do you feel like having ? What do you feel like having ? , I want some chicken and potatoes . I want some chicken and potatoes . , That sounds really good . That sounds really good . , When are you going to make it ? When are you going to make it ? , I have no plans on cooking tonight . I have no plans on cooking tonight . ," Fine , I'll make it . " " Fine , I'll make it . ", I knew that already . What's that ? , It's a surprise ! It's a surprise ! , For me ? For me ? , Yes . Let's go inside and you can open it up . Yes . Let's go inside and you can open it up . , Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ? Wow ! It's big ! What could it be ? ," I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat . " " I'll give you two clues . First , it cost more than $ 250 . And second , it's not big , but fat . "," What does that mean , not big but fat ? You didn't buy ... " "Well Mr . Black , I appreciate your interest in our company , but I doubt you can do this job properly . ", I ’ m sure I can do it well . I ’ Ve always wanted to be the best in whatever I did . Give me a chance . I ’ m sure I can do it well . I ’ Ve always wanted to be the best in whatever I did . Give me a chance . ," I wish I could . But you even don ’ t have a B . A , so I ’ m sorry to say there ’ s no chance . " " I wish I could . But you even don ’ t have a B . A , so I ’ m sorry to say there ’ s no chance . "," You ’ re questioning my ability ? I tell ya , I can make it ! I ’ ll talk to your boss . " " You ’ re questioning my ability ? I tell ya , I can make it ! I ’ ll talk to your boss . "," Mr . Black , I don ’ t think my boss will talk to you . It ’ s a Chinaman ’ s chance . " " Mr . Black , I don ’ t think my boss will talk to you . It ’ s a Chinaman ’ s chance . ", You think so ? Let ’ s take a chance ! I went bungee jumping yesterday . , That sounds like fun . Could you do something to advance your shipment ? , It's hard to say . But why ? It's hard to say . But why ? , We expect the goods to be on the market before the end of December to catch up with the Spring Festival sales . We expect the goods to be on the market before the end of December to catch up with the Spring Festival sales . ," I can understand your position . We can not make any promise , but we'll try our best . " "I understand your feeling . When someone is feeling at loose ends , we may show mercy on him . This is what we call the "" milk of human kindness "" . "," That's right . But feeling sorry for someone is one thing , and sticking to our principles is another . We must make a clear cut between them . " " That's right . But feeling sorry for someone is one thing , and sticking to our principles is another . We must make a clear cut between them . ", You've take the words out of my mouth . "Hello , Susan , it ’ s me , An . "," Hi , An . How are you ? " " Hi , An . How are you ? ", I am fine . I am going swimming this afternoon . Are you coming with me ? I am fine . I am going swimming this afternoon . Are you coming with me ? , I am afraid I can ’ t this afternoon . I take my daughter to her tennis class at the club on Wednesday afternoons . I am afraid I can ’ t this afternoon . I take my daughter to her tennis class at the club on Wednesday afternoons . , Maybe I can meet you at the club and we can play tennis together . Maybe I can meet you at the club and we can play tennis together . ," Ok , I'll meet you at the club at two thirty . " "Be quiet , Will you ? ", I'm sorry . I can't wait until my car is repaired . The commuting with public transportation is killing me . , It can't be that bad . It can't be that bad . ," But it is ! Take this morning for example . The subway was so packed this morning , I got totally squished by about a hundred busy commuters on the way to work . " " But it is ! Take this morning for example . The subway was so packed this morning , I got totally squished by about a hundred busy commuters on the way to work . "," At least the subway is better than the bus . It's faster for one thing . And usually less crowded . But the drawback is that the subway is more expensive than the bus . It adds up over time , if you take it every day . " " At least the subway is better than the bus . It's faster for one thing . And usually less crowded . But the drawback is that the subway is more expensive than the bus . It adds up over time , if you take it every day . "," That's true . The bus is even worse . Just thinking about taking the bus every day makes me tired ! Hey , how do you get to work every day ? " " That's true . The bus is even worse . Just thinking about taking the bus every day makes me tired ! Hey , how do you get to work every day ? "," I ride my bike . I don't live too far away , so it's pretty convenient . it's only about a ten minute bike ride from my house to the office . " " I ride my bike . I don't live too far away , so it's pretty convenient . it's only about a ten minute bike ride from my house to the office . "," I'll bet it's good exercise , too ... a good way to keep fit . " " I'll bet it's good exercise , too ... a good way to keep fit . "," Yes , not only a good way to keep in shape , but a good way to relieve stress as well . While you're stressed out by your commute , I'm releasing all the stress of the day with mine . " Thank you for your visit to our company . I'd like to make an introduction for you . Is there anything in particular you'd like to know ? ," Your company has a very good reputation , and I have been planning to visit it for a long time . What's the advantage of your factory over other plastics ones ? " " Your company has a very good reputation , and I have been planning to visit it for a long time . What's the advantage of your factory over other plastics ones ? ", Our production speed is almost twice the industry-wide average . And we've already expanded the factory this year . Our production speed is almost twice the industry-wide average . And we've already expanded the factory this year . , Could you tell me the cost of production per unit ? Could you tell me the cost of production per unit ? , I'm not familiar with that part . Let me call someone in charge . Have you ever worked as a tour guide ? ," I have a little experience . I guided a few foreign tourists around Beijing last year as a part-time job . I showed them to the Great Wall , the Imperial Palace , and the Summer Palace . " " I have a little experience . I guided a few foreign tourists around Beijing last year as a part-time job . I showed them to the Great Wall , the Imperial Palace , and the Summer Palace . ", Then you may know that it's hard work . Then you may know that it's hard work . ," Yes , I know . A friend of mine is a guide . He talked with me about his work , but I don't mind working hard . " " Yes , I know . A friend of mine is a guide . He talked with me about his work , but I don't mind working hard . ", Have you applied with any other companies ? Have you applied with any other companies ? ," No , this is my first . " " No , this is my first . ", Is there anything you want to ask about ? Is there anything you want to ask about ? , I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ? I'd like to be an overseas tour guide someday . Would there ever be any chance of that ? ," Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ? " " Certainly . There'll be a good chance of that if you work for this company . Not right away , of course , but in a few years , after you learn more about our business , you may go overseas with a tour group . Any questions ? "," Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere . " " Yes . When can I get the decision ? I hope you can give me a definite answer as soon as possible . If I'd turned down , I ll have to secure a position elsewhere . "," All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun . " " All right , then . We'll get in touch with you within a week . Thank you for coming today , Mr . Sun . ", Thank you . Good-bye . Next please . Hello . How can I help you ? , I'd like to buy a ticket for New York . I'd like to buy a ticket for New York . , Would you like one way or round trip ? Would you like one way or round trip ? , Round trip . Round trip . , When will you be leaving ? When will you be leaving ? , When does the next plane leave ? When does the next plane leave ? , In about 2 hours . In about 2 hours . , I'd like a ticket for that flight please . I'd like a ticket for that flight please . , First class or coach ? First class or coach ? , Coach . Coach . ," OK , let me check availability . I'm sorry . Tickets for that flight are sold out . " " OK , let me check availability . I'm sorry . Tickets for that flight are sold out . ", How about the one after that ? How about the one after that ? ," Let me see . Yes , that one still has seats available . Would you like me to reserve a seat for you ? " " Let me see . Yes , that one still has seats available . Would you like me to reserve a seat for you ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", That'll be 120 dollars . That'll be 120 dollars . , OK . OK . ," Thank you , here's your change . " Be careful.The floor is slippery . ," Mom , there isn't any hot water " " Mom , there isn't any hot water ", Turn on the shower . Turn on the shower . , It's getting cold . It's getting cold . , Ok . I'll check the heater . Dry yourself with the towel first . How happy you are ! Next Monday is your wedding day . Congratulations ! , Thank you ! Thank you ! , Fred is really a good guy . And he loves you so much . Fred is really a good guy . And he loves you so much . , Yeah . I'm lucky to be his wife . Yeah . I'm lucky to be his wife . ," He's after your own heart , it is important . " " He's after your own heart , it is important . ", So he will make a perfect husband . Make sure you will be here next Monday . So he will make a perfect husband . Make sure you will be here next Monday . , I promise ! Peter and Mary broke up . , Are you serious ? "You ’ re working hard , George . What are you doing ? "," I ’ m making a bookcase . Give me that hammer please , Dan . " " I ’ m making a bookcase . Give me that hammer please , Dan . ", Which hammer . This one ? Which hammer . This one ? ," No , not that one . The big one . " " No , not that one . The big one . ", Here you are . Here you are . ," Thanks , Dan . " " Thanks , Dan . "," What are you going to do now , George ? " " What are you going to do now , George ? ", I ’ m going to paint it . I ’ m going to paint it . , What colour are you going to paint it ? What colour are you going to paint it ? , I ’ m going to paint it pink . I ’ m going to paint it pink . , Pink ! Pink ! ," This bookcase isn ’ t for me . It ’ s for my daughter , Susan . Pink ’ s her favorite colour . " "I think that I would enjoy living here , but I would like to make improvements . ", What would make this apartment better for you ? What would make this apartment better for you ? , I think that it would look better with a better quality carpet . I think that it would look better with a better quality carpet . ," You can have a different carpet , but you have to pay more if it costs more . " " You can have a different carpet , but you have to pay more if it costs more . ", How much more would it cost to upgrade ? How much more would it cost to upgrade ? ," It could vary quite a bit , between 2 and 10 dollars per square yard . " " It could vary quite a bit , between 2 and 10 dollars per square yard . ", Do you think that I could have a different paint color in my apartment ? Do you think that I could have a different paint color in my apartment ? ," I have to see a sample . Bring me one this week , please . " " I have to see a sample . Bring me one this week , please . ", How long will it take for my new apartment to be ready ? How long will it take for my new apartment to be ready ? , Both the new paint and new carpet will be finished by next week . "alright , tell me what you think . ", don't you think it ’ s a bit bright ? don't you think it ’ s a bit bright ? ," yeah , maybe you ’ re right . How about this outfit ? " " yeah , maybe you ’ re right . How about this outfit ? "," that dress looks lovely on you , but it ’ s not very practical , is it ? " " that dress looks lovely on you , but it ’ s not very practical , is it ? "," no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ’ s casual , yet sophisticated . " " no , I don't have an plans to go to a formal dance any time soon , but I love the way it looks . I just had to try it on ! What do you think about this ? It ’ s casual , yet sophisticated . "," I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ’ s too plain on its own . " " I like the jeans , but you need something to go with the top . It ’ s too plain on its own . "," how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ? " " how about this scarf , these earrings , and an anklet ? ", that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ? that might be going overboard a bit . How about just that scarf with a bracelet ? , that ’ s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense . that ’ s a good idea . You have a lot of good fashion sense . ," thanks . You ’ d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ? " " thanks . You ’ d be ok on your own . There are loads of fashion victims out there , and you are not one of them . Have you tried it on yet ? ", yep . Here it is . What do you think ? yep . Here it is . What do you think ? , that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ? that looks great . Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans . Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them ? , the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ? the leopard print sounds fabulous . Are they a name brand ? ," no , they ’ re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing . " " no , they ’ re a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing . ", that ’ s even better than the real thing . that ’ s even better than the real thing . ," if I were you , I ’ d buy that now while it ’ s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes . " " if I were you , I ’ d buy that now while it ’ s on sale . If you spend more than $ 100 , you get a $ 50 voucher for more clothes . ", it ’ s too bad I did all that shopping yesterday ! How can I get to Lakeside Park ? , Take the No . 7 bus . There's a bus stop just over there . Take the No . 7 bus . There's a bus stop just over there . , Will it take me straight there ? Will it take me straight there ? , Yes . No need to change . What do you do if you find something that isn't on your list ? ," It depends what it is . Once we have disconnected the unit , we do as many jobs as we can . If there is something that isn't broken but might cause a problem before the next service then of course we repair it or replace that part . But if it's not urgent , we make a note in the service record to carry out that repair next time . " What color is your new dress ? , It is green . Come upstairs and see it . It is green . Come upstairs and see it . , Thanks you . Thanks you . , Look ! Here it is ! Look ! Here it is ! , That ’ s a nice dress . It ’ s very smart . That ’ s a nice dress . It ’ s very smart . ," My hat ’ s new , too . " " My hat ’ s new , too . ", What color is it ? What color is it ? ," It ’ s the same color . It ’ s green , too . " " It ’ s the same color . It ’ s green , too . ", That ’ s a lovely hat . One family skeleton of my family was that my younger brother has an axe to grind . , What did he aim at ? What did he aim at ? , He began to be interested in finance because he thought he would be able to inherit the family ’ s fortune . He began to be interested in finance because he thought he would be able to inherit the family ’ s fortune . , How could he have such an ill intention ? I think your father can see that through . "Hi , Sue . What's up ? "," Hey , Andrew . How's everything with work ? " " Hey , Andrew . How's everything with work ? "," Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently . " " Ok , I guess . My boss has been on my back recently . ", Really ? What's he been doing ? Really ? What's he been doing ? ," You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now . " " You know , just giving me lots to do . I'm really busy right now . ", Are you ? What are you busy with ? Are you ? What are you busy with ? ," Oh , lots of things . Mostly training new people . " I'm looking for a white purse as a gift . Could you show what you have in stock ? , You are in luck . We just receive a shipment of several different styles of white purses . You are in luck . We just receive a shipment of several different styles of white purses . , They must be popular again this season . They must be popular again this season . ," Yes , I believe they are . Here are something that might interest you . " " Yes , I believe they are . Here are something that might interest you . "," Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ? " " Wow . this is nice . I'll take this one . I guess if she doesn't like it she can return it , right ? "," Sure . Let me ring this up for you at the register . If you would like , this can be gift-wrapped for free . Just take it to the customer service department . " Good evening . , Good evening . We've a reservation for a table for four . My name is Tim . Good evening . We've a reservation for a table for four . My name is Tim . ," Let me check the list . Yes , we do have a reservation under Mr . Tim . " " Let me check the list . Yes , we do have a reservation under Mr . Tim . ", But there is a change in the number of people . There are seven of us . Three of my friends are coming soon . But there is a change in the number of people . There are seven of us . Three of my friends are coming soon . ," It doesn't matter . Follow me , please . What do you think of the table in the center of the dining room ? " " It doesn't matter . Follow me , please . What do you think of the table in the center of the dining room ? "," Well , it's a window table that we've booked . " " Well , it's a window table that we've booked . "," I'm sorry , but you see , all the tables by the window are small , with up to 4 seats . " " I'm sorry , but you see , all the tables by the window are small , with up to 4 seats . "," Oh , I see . We'll have to make up with the center one . " " Oh , I see . We'll have to make up with the center one . "," Thank you for your understanding , Mr . Tim . " " Thank you for your understanding , Mr . Tim . "," If a Mr . Wu comes to look for me , just take him here . " " If a Mr . Wu comes to look for me , just take him here . "," Yes , I will . " Welcome to Lincoln Bank . What can we do for you ? , Morning . I'm a new user of your credit card and I was wondering if I'm taking full advantage of it . Morning . I'm a new user of your credit card and I was wondering if I'm taking full advantage of it . ," Well , there certainly are many benefits that go along with our credit card . " " Well , there certainly are many benefits that go along with our credit card . "," Yes , of course . It's so much easier than cash , to be honest ; nowadays I hardly ever use cash . I just put it on the card and pay off the balance every month . " " Yes , of course . It's so much easier than cash , to be honest ; nowadays I hardly ever use cash . I just put it on the card and pay off the balance every month . ", You know it is not necessary to pay the balance in full every month . You know it is not necessary to pay the balance in full every month . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , you will see on your monthly bill and statement the amount in full but also the minimum payment . " " Yes , you will see on your monthly bill and statement the amount in full but also the minimum payment . "," So , if for some reason I was having a bad month and spent a little too much I could just pay the minimum ? " " So , if for some reason I was having a bad month and spent a little too much I could just pay the minimum ? "," Yes . As long as you keep making regular monthly payments , paying the minimum is just fine . Of course , your credit limit will be lowered accordingly . " " Yes . As long as you keep making regular monthly payments , paying the minimum is just fine . Of course , your credit limit will be lowered accordingly . ", How so ? How so ? ," For example , if your credit limit is 5,000 RIB and you owe 1,000 RIB , your available credit will be 4,000 RIB . So , your credit limit drops . " " For example , if your credit limit is 5,000 RIB and you owe 1,000 RIB , your available credit will be 4,000 RIB . So , your credit limit drops . "," Oh , I see . Well , I don't plan on only paying the minimum , but it's good to know that I can if I had to . Thanks for that . " "Hello , how are you today . Here for your six month check-up ? "," I'm fine , Dr . Beecham . Yes , just a cleaning and check-up today . " " I'm fine , Dr . Beecham . Yes , just a cleaning and check-up today . "," Oh , fine . Let's take a look . " " Oh , fine . Let's take a look . "," ( She probed my teeth and checked my gums . ) Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We need to fill that cavity before it gets any worse and the crown needs to be refitted . Make an appointment for next week and I'll take care of them . " " ( She probed my teeth and checked my gums . ) Well , it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose . We need to fill that cavity before it gets any worse and the crown needs to be refitted . Make an appointment for next week and I'll take care of them . "," Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ? " " Okay , I'll do that , but my crown was just put on last year . Will my dental insurance cover the work ? "," Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work . " " Since you had that done here , we'll take care of it . There won't be a charge . And , your insurance should cover the work on the cavity . Now , I'm going to have the hygienist do your cleaning and I'll see you soon for the other work . "," Thanks , doctor . " " I ’ m fine , thank you . ", Did you need help with something ? Did you need help with something ? ," If I could , I would like to view the apartment sometime today . " " If I could , I would like to view the apartment sometime today . ", That won ’ t be possible today . That won ’ t be possible today . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , You can only view the apartment with an appointment . You can only view the apartment with an appointment . , I would like to make one right now if I can . I would like to make one right now if I can . , Are you available this Friday ? Are you available this Friday ? , Can we do it at 6 o ’ clock ? Can we do it at 6 o ’ clock ? , Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed . Your appointment for Friday at 6 pm has been confirmed . , All right . I ’ ll see you on Friday . Hello . In order to kill your time you can experience our facial massage for free . , Really ? OK ! Really ? OK ! ," This way please . First , we should clean your face with our clarifying cream . And then we use the massage cream . Next do the massage . I hope that you can feel comfortable . " " This way please . First , we should clean your face with our clarifying cream . And then we use the massage cream . Next do the massage . I hope that you can feel comfortable . ", Very comfortable . I think I will come next time . Maybe I will take some friends . Amazing ! Very comfortable . I think I will come next time . Maybe I will take some friends . Amazing ! , Thank you . I want some envelopes please . ," Do you want the large size , or the small size ? " " Do you want the large size , or the small size ? ", The large size please . Do Have you any writing-paper ? The large size please . Do Have you any writing-paper ? ," Yes , we do . I don't have any small pads . I only have large ones . Do you want a pad ? " " Yes , we do . I don't have any small pads . I only have large ones . Do you want a pad ? "," Yes , please . And I want some glue . " " Yes , please . And I want some glue . ", A bottle of glue . A bottle of glue . ," And I want a large box of chalk , too . " " And I want a large box of chalk , too . ", I only have small boxes . Do you want one ? I only have small boxes . Do you want one ? ," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", Is that all ? Is that all ? ," That's all , thank you . " " That's all , thank you . ", What else do you want ? What else do you want ? , I want my change . "Excuse me , please.Could you tell me how to get to the No . 10 Middle School ? "," Walk down this road , take the fourth turn to the right.Then you'll see it . " " Walk down this road , take the fourth turn to the right.Then you'll see it . ", Is it far from here to there ? Is it far from here to there ? , No . It's only about five minutes ' walk . No . It's only about five minutes ' walk . , Many thanks ! Many thanks ! , Not at all . May I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to exchange some money . " " Yes , I would like to exchange some money . ", what currency would you like to trade in ? what currency would you like to trade in ? , I would like to exchange Chinese RIB for American dollars . Do you accept $ 100 bills ? I would like to exchange Chinese RIB for American dollars . Do you accept $ 100 bills ? ," No problem , we can accept any denomination . How much would you like to exchange today ? " " No problem , we can accept any denomination . How much would you like to exchange today ? "," Well , that depends on the rate . How much is the RIB trading at today ? " " Well , that depends on the rate . How much is the RIB trading at today ? "," It's a shame you didn't come a little earlier , the exchange rate was reset yesterday afternoon . The American dollar is now worth 7.45RMB.If you would like to sell RIB , we can give you a rate of 7.35.Will that be all right ? " " It's a shame you didn't come a little earlier , the exchange rate was reset yesterday afternoon . The American dollar is now worth 7.45RMB.If you would like to sell RIB , we can give you a rate of 7.35.Will that be all right ? "," I guess , here , give me 5,000 RIB worth . I might as well exchange a little extra . Who knows what the exchange rate will be tomorrow ! " John passed away . , When ? I saw him well last month . When ? I saw him well last month . ," Yesterday . He suffered from a serious disease . When he saw the red light , it was too late . " " Yesterday . He suffered from a serious disease . When he saw the red light , it was too late . ", How terrible ! How long do you plan to stay here ? ," To speak frankly , it doesn't depend on me . " " To speak frankly , it doesn't depend on me . ", How so ? How so ? , I really want to obtain a permanent job . I won't leave as long as I have opportunity to apply my knowledge and get on well with my superiors and colleagues . I really want to obtain a permanent job . I won't leave as long as I have opportunity to apply my knowledge and get on well with my superiors and colleagues . , What are your future plans and what kind of expectations do you have of the company ? What are your future plans and what kind of expectations do you have of the company ? , I know that generally it is possible to move from this position to a management position with two years experience in the company Did you promise me to get the bread ? ," Well , I remember walking pass the baker shop . " " Well , I remember walking pass the baker shop . ", But you forgot to get the bread . But you forgot to get the bread . , I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it . I'm afraid so . I don't remember you telling me about it . ," Well , I certainly did . " " Well , I certainly did . ", What would you let me do now ? What would you let me do now ? , You are free . You can go now . You are free . You can go now . , Really ? You are so kind . Really ? You are so kind . , I'll do with the cake . I'll do with the cake . , No . That's not enough . I've got some cereal . "I hate to do this , but I've got to cancel a reservation I made earlier this week . "," All I need is your name , phone , and reservation date . " " All I need is your name , phone , and reservation date . ", My name is Rudy Randolph . I'm at 818-555-1234 . The reservation was for April 9 . My name is Rudy Randolph . I'm at 818-555-1234 . The reservation was for April 9 . ," Randolph , Rudy . Let me hit one button , sir , and now your reservation is cancelled . " " Randolph , Rudy . Let me hit one button , sir , and now your reservation is cancelled . "," Okay , thank you . I'll make another reservation as soon as I can . " " Okay , thank you . I'll make another reservation as soon as I can . ", It's been my pleasure to help you . "Would you check the engine , please ? It is knocking . ", Sure . Do you want to have the car washed ? Sure . Do you want to have the car washed ? ," Yes , please . When can you get it done ? " " Yes , please . When can you get it done ? "," You can pick it up in half an hour . By the way , how are you going to pay , cash or credit ? " " You can pick it up in half an hour . By the way , how are you going to pay , cash or credit ? ", By credit . "Hey , Dora ! What kind of books do you like to read ? ", I read everything I can get my hands on but I like love stories best . What do you think about the love stories ? I read everything I can get my hands on but I like love stories best . What do you think about the love stories ? ," I hate to tell you this , but they are nothing but sob stories . " " I hate to tell you this , but they are nothing but sob stories . ", I don't think so . I like them . Then what's your favorite book ? I don't think so . I like them . Then what's your favorite book ? , I'm fond of history books . I'm fond of history books . ," Oh , the history books are dull to me . " It's a perfect day for swimming . , I am going to the beech . How about coming with me ? I am going to the beech . How about coming with me ? ," Great ! I love swimming . Besides , I need a tan for Hill ’ s party .. " " Great ! I love swimming . Besides , I need a tan for Hill ’ s party .. "," Don't forget the sun block lotion . You don't want a sunburn , do you ? " " Don't forget the sun block lotion . You don't want a sunburn , do you ? ", No . Thanks for reminding me . "Good afternoon , Miss Tao . Please sit down . "," Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Thank you very much . " " Good afternoon , Mr . Black . Thank you very much . "," I ’ Ve read your application materials with interest . Now I want to ask you a few questions , if you don ’ t mind . " " I ’ Ve read your application materials with interest . Now I want to ask you a few questions , if you don ’ t mind . ", As you please . I ’ m ready . As you please . I ’ m ready . , The first is why you choose our company ? The first is why you choose our company ? ," I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ’ m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement . " " I think yours is a well-known advertising company , so I ’ m sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement . ", Why do you want to quit your present company ? Why do you want to quit your present company ? ," Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting . " " Well , the company has some financial problems . People there are all thinking of quitting . "," Well , when do you think you can come over to work ? " " Well , when do you think you can come over to work ? ", One week after I have submitted my resignation paper . One week after I have submitted my resignation paper . ," When you start to work , I ’ ll give you $ 3,000 a month . " " When you start to work , I ’ ll give you $ 3,000 a month . "," Thank you , sir . " "Hello , this is Sheila from Huawei Corp . Is that Li Lei ? "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . ", I am glad to tell you that you are supposed to come for an interview tomorrow . Are you free tomorrow ? I am glad to tell you that you are supposed to come for an interview tomorrow . Are you free tomorrow ? , Can you speak a little louder ? You sound very indistinct with the hissing noise . Can you speak a little louder ? You sound very indistinct with the hissing noise . ," Well , I can't hear you . " I have a problem . , What ’ s your problem ? What ’ s your problem ? ," I owe fees , but a bank statement never came in the mail about it . " " I owe fees , but a bank statement never came in the mail about it . ", I apologize for the inconvenience . I apologize for the inconvenience . ," I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up . " " I have no idea about the fee , so my fees went up . ", I understand your problem . I understand your problem . , Will you be able to solve my problem ? Will you be able to solve my problem ? , I ’ m going to cancel the fees you owe . I ’ m going to cancel the fees you owe . ," So , I don ’ t have to pay any of it ? " " So , I don ’ t have to pay any of it ? ", The initial fee still must be paid . The initial fee still must be paid . , That ’ s fabulous . Thank you very much . "Man , they take a lot of our paycheck . "," Yeah , the government really takes a bite , doesn ’ t it ? " " Yeah , the government really takes a bite , doesn ’ t it ? ", Seriously . The only tax I don ’ t mind them taking is social security . It ’ s only a few dollars every paycheck . Seriously . The only tax I don ’ t mind them taking is social security . It ’ s only a few dollars every paycheck . ," Yeah , I don ’ t mind it either . We ’ ll both end up rich slobs and not need it , but what if we do , you know ? " " Yeah , I don ’ t mind it either . We ’ ll both end up rich slobs and not need it , but what if we do , you know ? "," Yeah . It won ’ t be much , but at least we ’ ll have a monthly check when we get old . " " Yeah . It won ’ t be much , but at least we ’ ll have a monthly check when we get old . ", Yeah . My grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive . Yeah . My grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive . , Let ’ s just hope the politicians don ’ t figure out a way to spend it . Let ’ s just hope the politicians don ’ t figure out a way to spend it . ," Really ? No , they couldn ’ t . None of them would have jobs if they did . " I am thinking about resigning from my current job . , Have you thought about it seriously ? Have you thought about it seriously ? ," Yes , I have been thinking about it for quite a while . Now I finally make up my mind to leave . I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday . " " Yes , I have been thinking about it for quite a while . Now I finally make up my mind to leave . I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday . "," Ok , did you find a new company ? " " Ok , did you find a new company ? "," Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company . " " Yes , I will move on to XYZ Company . "," Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you . " " Good for you , but your leaving will be a great loss to us . It is so nice to work with you . ", Thanks . I had learned so much from you and our colleagues . Do you have any special skills ? ," I can write computer programs , I have a good command of secretarial skills . " " I can write computer programs , I have a good command of secretarial skills . ", What qualifications have you got ? What qualifications have you got ? , I have a doctor license and a driving license . I have a doctor license and a driving license . , Do you get special training in office skills ? Do you get special training in office skills ? ," I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure . " " I passed both the Cambridge Examinations ( First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English ); and studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College , ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing . I was also trained in office procedure . "," Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job . " " Please tell me about work you have done , which qualifies you for this job . "," I ’ Ve received some special training in typing , shorthand and operating a fax machine , etc .. I ’ m experienced in IBM-PC . I can operate familiarly a word-processor , a fax machine , a photo and other office equipment . " "Can you tell me , Ms . Smith , about the training programs you initiated this year ? ", We ran a call center training service and language program to ensure that our customer service representatives are well trained . We ran a call center training service and language program to ensure that our customer service representatives are well trained . , What ’ s the result ? What ’ s the result ? , We directly attribute an increase in our customer service feedback of 50 % to the increase in language skills and training that our employees have received . We directly attribute an increase in our customer service feedback of 50 % to the increase in language skills and training that our employees have received . , That seems very impressive . Good work ! That seems very impressive . Good work ! ," Thank you , but I cannot take all the credit . Our employees have all worked very hard to increase their productivity level . " "So Alex , you ’ re off to the Olympic stadium then ? "," Yes , I should get there just in time for the women ’ s 400m relay . " " Yes , I should get there just in time for the women ’ s 400m relay . "," Wow , that should be really exciting , especially with so many famous athletes there . " " Wow , that should be really exciting , especially with so many famous athletes there . "," Yes , I ’ m also going to watch the triple jump and the high jump . " " Yes , I ’ m also going to watch the triple jump and the high jump . ", Well have a good time . Get me some autographs if you can . Well have a good time . Get me some autographs if you can . ," Ok , I ’ ll try my best . " It is so wonderful that this transaction turned out to be the satisfaction of both parties . , Yes . We're satisfied with the result . Yes . We're satisfied with the result . , I hope that we can continue our cooperation . Hello . I need to speak with Allan Cartwright . , This is he . May I help you ? This is he . May I help you ? ," I certainly hope so , I am about to stop doing business with your office . " " I certainly hope so , I am about to stop doing business with your office . "," I ’ m very sorry , Madam . Can you tell me what the problem is over the phone or would you like me to go to your office ? " I have an issue . , What ’ s going on ? What ’ s going on ? , There is a leaking pipe in my wall . There is a leaking pipe in my wall . , Is there any water damage ? Is there any water damage ? , There is mildew . There is mildew . , I ’ ll go to your apartment tomorrow to fix the pipe . I ’ ll go to your apartment tomorrow to fix the pipe . , Why can ’ t I call someone to fix it today ? Why can ’ t I call someone to fix it today ? , I ’ ll just do it myself . I ’ ll just do it myself . , I need it done today . I need it done today . , You ’ re right about that . You ’ re right about that . , Are you okay with me calling a plumber ? Are you okay with me calling a plumber ? , That ’ s fine . "So how far is the museum , dad ? ", It is about 10 minutes walk . It is about 10 minutes walk . , Finish your hot chocolate and we will go . Finish your hot chocolate and we will go . , Are we going to come back here for lunch ? Are we going to come back here for lunch ? ," No , we will have lunch at the museum cafeteria . " " No , we will have lunch at the museum cafeteria . ", I have finished . We can go now . I have finished . We can go now . , Let's go then . On the way we have to turn right and right again at the next junction . Let's go then . On the way we have to turn right and right again at the next junction . ," Let's stop at the newsagent , I would like to buy a newspaper . We can also buy postcards for your friends . " " Let's stop at the newsagent , I would like to buy a newspaper . We can also buy postcards for your friends . ", Can you see a Post Office somewhere around here ? Can you see a Post Office somewhere around here ? ," Yes it is down there , at the end of the road , next to the supermarket . " " Yes it is down there , at the end of the road , next to the supermarket . ", Oh good we are almost there . The museum is round the corner from the Post Office . Do you have any hobbies ? ," Yes , I like collecting things . " " Yes , I like collecting things . "," Oh , that ’ s interesting , and but what kind of things ? " " Oh , that ’ s interesting , and but what kind of things ? "," Several things , for example , Very coins , stamps , stones and so on . " " Several things , for example , Very coins , stamps , stones and so on . ", Stones ? I know many people collecting coins and stamps but stones ? Stones ? I know many people collecting coins and stamps but stones ? ," Yes , stones . " " Yes , stones . "," well , I can ’ t just imagine it . " "Well , Mitzuko-san , I hope you like it here . This is my favourite restaurant in Taipei . It reminds me of my youth when I traveled around Europe . ", It looks wonderful . Very authentic . It looks wonderful . Very authentic . , The chef trained in Florence . The pasta is very good here . The chef trained in Florence . The pasta is very good here . ," OK . So , what can you recommend ? " " OK . So , what can you recommend ? ", Hum ... You should try the mushroom fettucine . It's really good . Hum ... You should try the mushroom fettucine . It's really good . , Is it salty ? Is it salty ? , Not at all . It has a very delicate flavor . Not at all . It has a very delicate flavor . , What does ' Duppa del Giono ' mean ? I'm sorry I don't know how to pronounce that . What does ' Duppa del Giono ' mean ? I'm sorry I don't know how to pronounce that . ," Oh , that means soup of the day . I'll ask the waiter what they have today . Have you tried mussels cooked the Italian way ? They're really delicious . " " Oh , that means soup of the day . I'll ask the waiter what they have today . Have you tried mussels cooked the Italian way ? They're really delicious . ", No . I'll try them . Sounds good . Should we tip ? This service is pretty good . ," Yeah , we probably should.How much is normal ? " " Yeah , we probably should.How much is normal ? ", How about 10 percent ? That's about 6 dollars . How about 10 percent ? That's about 6 dollars . , That sounds about right . "Oh , no . Charlie , where is my purse ? ", Don ’ t you have it ? Did you lose it ? Don ’ t you have it ? Did you lose it ? ," Yes , I did . I lost it . It disappeared . " " Yes , I did . I lost it . It disappeared . "," Myrdal , purse don ’ t just disappear . Think carefully . When did you have it last ? " " Myrdal , purse don ’ t just disappear . Think carefully . When did you have it last ? ", I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog . I had it when I left the house . I had it when we start to get the hotdog . , OK . Let ’ go back to the hotdog stand . The woman was beaten again . Why didn ’ t she call the police . , Because it was her husband who beat her . Because it was her husband who beat her . , It is incredible . It is incredible . , She said that she didn ’ t want to foul her own nest . What do you want ? , I think I have a piece of apple pie . I think I have a piece of apple pie . , Do you want something to drink ? Do you want something to drink ? , Coffee would be fine . Coffee would be fine . , OK . Sit down and I'll get it . Excuse me . Mr . Emory ? ," Yes , Ms . Rodriguez ? How can I help you ? " " Yes , Ms . Rodriguez ? How can I help you ? ", I wanted to see if I could arrange a meeting with you to discuss recruitment . I wanted to see if I could arrange a meeting with you to discuss recruitment . , Absolutely . I ’ Ve been wanting to meet with you about that . Let me just get my book . Hello . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I hope so . I would like to register for Comp Lit 287 . " " Yes , I hope so . I would like to register for Comp Lit 287 . "," I'm sorry , but that class is already full.And also , students are supposed to register through the touch-tone registration system . " " I'm sorry , but that class is already full.And also , students are supposed to register through the touch-tone registration system . "," I know . I already tried to register for it by phone , but the computer won't let me . " " I know . I already tried to register for it by phone , but the computer won't let me . ", That's because it's full . That's because it's full . , But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office . But I'm a new student here . I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class . I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office . ," Well , I could put you on a waiting list.But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ? " " Well , I could put you on a waiting list.But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class . What is your name ? ", My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G . My name is Karen Huang . That's spelled H - U - A - N - G . , Alright . And what is your major ? Alright . And what is your major ? , I'm a comparative literature major . I'm a comparative literature major . , Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ? Wait a minute . You're a Comp Lit major ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students . Why didn't you tell me ? I didn't know you were one of our students . , That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class.And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it . That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287 . I know it's a required class.And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it . ," The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code.When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class . " " The university computer system saves extra places , in class 287 for comp lit students . I can give you a special code.When you register by phone , you can use the code to get into the class . ", Even if the class is full ? Even if the class is full ? , That's right . That's right . ," Oh , I didn't know that . " " Oh , I didn't know that . "," Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it . " " Sure . Here is the code number , with information on how to use it . ", Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ? Thank you . So you think I will be able to get in with this ? ," Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again.Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem . " " Sure . Just call the touch-tone registration system again.Then , follow the directions on the sheet . You will get in no problem . ", Thanks . Thanks . ," Next time you come in here , I will recognize you . " Hi ! It's still seven o'clock . Are you crazy ? , I got the information that there is a killer sale at the shopping mall near our block . Get up and I will wait for you at the gate of our flat . I got the information that there is a killer sale at the shopping mall near our block . Get up and I will wait for you at the gate of our flat . ," Every time when you glimpse some stylish clothes , you change into another person . " " Every time when you glimpse some stylish clothes , you change into another person . "," Stop complaining , OK ? " " Stop complaining , OK ? ", No wonder you are named shopaholic . No wonder you are named shopaholic . ," No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags . " " No , I am not a shopaholic , but a super shopaholic . And I really enjoy smelling the gorgeous clothes and new bags . ", Wait a moment . And you can check where other sales are . "Hello , this is Peter Dixon from NEZ news radio . May I speak to Mr . Wilson please ? "," Yes , speaking . " " Yes , speaking . "," Good morning , Mr . Wilson . I ’ m calling to confirm the date of the next interview program . " " Good morning , Mr . Wilson . I ’ m calling to confirm the date of the next interview program . ", Hold on a minute please . I ’ ll have my assistant check that part . Can I help you ? , I want to buy a hat . I want to buy a hat . ," Come here , please . " " Come here , please . ", Is this one fit for you ? It is nice . Is this one fit for you ? It is nice . , I don't like the style . I don't like the style . , How about this one ? How about this one ? , Black is not my favorite colour . Black is not my favorite colour . ," You must like this pink one , don't you ? " " You must like this pink one , don't you ? ", It's pretty . How much is it ? It's pretty . How much is it ? , Fifty yuan . Fifty yuan . , It's too expensive . Can you come down a little ? It's too expensive . Can you come down a little ? , How about forty-five ? How about forty-five ? , I'll buy it if forty . I'll buy it if forty . , OK . What are you having for lunch ? ," I got a sandwich , some chips , and a soda . " " I got a sandwich , some chips , and a soda . ", Did you bring that from home ? Did you bring that from home ? , I got it from the cafeteria . I got it from the cafeteria . , What kind of sandwich did you get ? What kind of sandwich did you get ? , They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich . They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich . , How was it ? How was it ? ," Considering it wasn't what I ordered , it was still pretty good . " " Considering it wasn't what I ordered , it was still pretty good . ", I think I got a sandwich there once before . I think I got a sandwich there once before . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , and they didn't get my order right either . " My accountant thinks she can save me lots of money on my taxes this year . , That sounds great ! How's it going ? , I'm doing well . How about you ? I'm doing well . How about you ? ," Never better , thanks . " " Never better , thanks . ", So how have you been lately ? So how have you been lately ? , I've actually been pretty good . You ? I've actually been pretty good . You ? , I'm actually in school right now . I'm actually in school right now . , Which school do you attend ? Which school do you attend ? , I'm attending PCC right now . I'm attending PCC right now . , Are you enjoying it there ? Are you enjoying it there ? , It's not bad . There are a lot of people there . It's not bad . There are a lot of people there . , Good luck with that . Good luck with that . , Thanks . Were you late for work this morning ? ," Yes , I was . I was almost an hour late . " " Yes , I was . I was almost an hour late . ", What did you say to your boss ? What did you say to your boss ? , I said I was terribly sorry . But he said it was quite all right . I said I was terribly sorry . But he said it was quite all right . , Your boss was really nice . Your boss was really nice . ," No , he didn't scold me because he was late , too . " You like movies ? ," Yeah , I think it's the best way to relax . " " Yeah , I think it's the best way to relax . ", What type do you like the best ? What type do you like the best ? ," Really it depends on my mood . When I am sad or depressed , I like comedies . If I'm feeling good , I'll watch almost anything . " " Really it depends on my mood . When I am sad or depressed , I like comedies . If I'm feeling good , I'll watch almost anything . ", I see . I generally like movies to help calm me down . I think a sign of a good movie is the ability to bring you into the story as if you were part of it . I see . I generally like movies to help calm me down . I think a sign of a good movie is the ability to bring you into the story as if you were part of it . ," Yeah , unfortunately , nowadays directors are often more interested in making money than making a good film . " " Yeah , unfortunately , nowadays directors are often more interested in making money than making a good film . ", True . The movie industry is becoming more and more commercial . You see a lot of expensive movies with little artistic value . I generally think those made in the forties are of higher quality on the average than movies today . You can name a lot of classics from that decade . True . The movie industry is becoming more and more commercial . You see a lot of expensive movies with little artistic value . I generally think those made in the forties are of higher quality on the average than movies today . You can name a lot of classics from that decade . ," Yeah , many of my all-time-favorites were made in the forties . They've already stood the test of time and will stay with us for a long time . " " Yeah , many of my all-time-favorites were made in the forties . They've already stood the test of time and will stay with us for a long time . ", I'm totally with you on that . "Dad , where are we off to ? ", First we will go to the city centre and stop for something to drink . Then we will visit the University Museum . First we will go to the city centre and stop for something to drink . Then we will visit the University Museum . , Where are we going to have a drink ? Where are we going to have a drink ? , There is a coffee shop round the corner . Can you see that big building at the end of the road ? There is a coffee shop round the corner . Can you see that big building at the end of the road ? , Yes ? Yes ? , That is a bank . The coffee shop is opposite the bank . That is a bank . The coffee shop is opposite the bank . , Good . I will have hot chocolate . Good . I will have hot chocolate . , A stop ! Wait for the lights to turn green . A stop ! Wait for the lights to turn green . , When crossing the road you must always pay attention to what's around you . When crossing the road you must always pay attention to what's around you . , Sorry . How far is the museum ? Sorry . How far is the museum ? , I am not sure . We will ask for directions in the coffee shop . I am not sure . We will ask for directions in the coffee shop . , Here we are . You find us a table and I'll get the drinks . "Look , daddy is on again . Don't you think he is handsome ? "," To some extent , he is . And what do you think we move to a better place ? I can't see him clearly from here . " " To some extent , he is . And what do you think we move to a better place ? I can't see him clearly from here . "," The seats in the middle of this stadium are great , but they're already occupied by somebody else . " " The seats in the middle of this stadium are great , but they're already occupied by somebody else . "," Oh , thank you for pointing that out . By the way , have you been following NBA for this season ? " " Oh , thank you for pointing that out . By the way , have you been following NBA for this season ? "," Of course , tomorrow evening there will be a most exciting game . " " Of course , tomorrow evening there will be a most exciting game . ", Who plays who ? Who plays who ? ," Rockets vs Lakers . Yao Ming , my idol , will appear in front of several hundred million of the worldwide audience . " " Rockets vs Lakers . Yao Ming , my idol , will appear in front of several hundred million of the worldwide audience . ", It's amazing . And when did he begin to play in the NBA ? It's amazing . And when did he begin to play in the NBA ? , In 2002 . And since then he has attracted more attention than ever . In 2002 . And since then he has attracted more attention than ever . , I can't consider you as a little kid any more . I know he is very tall . I can't consider you as a little kid any more . I know he is very tall . ," Oh , you know something . He is 2.26 meters tall . But he is also nimble and skillful . " " Oh , you know something . He is 2.26 meters tall . But he is also nimble and skillful . ", I also heard if a player has committed 5 fouls then he must be out of the game . I also heard if a player has committed 5 fouls then he must be out of the game . ," Yes , what's worse is he can't take any further part in the game . " " Yes , what's worse is he can't take any further part in the game . "," That's really terrible . Oh , God , we forgot to cheer for Daddy . " " That's really terrible . Oh , God , we forgot to cheer for Daddy . "," Never mind . After all he is not so attractive as Yao Ming , right ? " " Never mind . After all he is not so attractive as Yao Ming , right ? ", You are always so naughty . "Hello , Cindy . Congratulations ! I hear you ’ re getting married . "," Yes , Mr . Emory . Thank you . " " Yes , Mr . Emory . Thank you . ", When ’ s the big day ? When ’ s the big day ? ," We ’ re planning a June wedding , but we haven ’ t picked a date yet . " May I help you ? ," Yes . Fill it up , please . " " Yes . Fill it up , please . ", Premium or regular ? Premium or regular ? ," Regular , please . " " Regular , please . "," Anything else , sir ? Should I check the water and the oil ? " " Anything else , sir ? Should I check the water and the oil ? "," Yes , please . " "Joanna , I will go to the outlet center . You wanna go with me ? ", It's so faraway . It's so faraway . , I saw Emily yesterday evening . She was wearing a CD evening gown . She told me she bought it in the outlet center and she saved $ 120 ! I saw Emily yesterday evening . She was wearing a CD evening gown . She told me she bought it in the outlet center and she saved $ 120 ! , $ 120 ? ! Then I should go and see what I can get ... "How do you spend your day , Helen ? "," Well , on weekdays I get up around ten . Then I read the paper for an hour and have lunch at about noon . " " Well , on weekdays I get up around ten . Then I read the paper for an hour and have lunch at about noon . ", Really ? What time do you go to work ? Really ? What time do you go to work ? , I start work at three . I start work at three . , And when do you get home at night ? And when do you get home at night ? ," I get home pretty late , around midnight . " " I get home pretty late , around midnight . "," So what do you do , exactly ? " " So what do you do , exactly ? ", I'm a TV announcer . Don't you recognize me ? I do the weather report on KNT ! I'm a TV announcer . Don't you recognize me ? I do the weather report on KNT ! ," Gee , I'm sorry . I don't watch TV . " "Henry married Rose only after her father's money , didn't he ? ", Yeah . But he soon feel regretted for it . Yeah . But he soon feel regretted for it . , But he seems to be very happy with Rose . But he seems to be very happy with Rose . , He is more nice than wise . I'm having problems with my computer . , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , For some reason it won't turn on . For some reason it won't turn on . , Have you checked the connections on your computer ? Have you checked the connections on your computer ? , What connections ? What connections ? , There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet . There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet . , Will the cords keep it from turning on ? Will the cords keep it from turning on ? , It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected . It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected . , I didn't think of that . I didn't think of that . , Try it and see if it works . Try it and see if it works . ," I think that I will , thanks . " " I think that I will , thanks . "," It should work , but let me know if it doesn't . " "I often see some ' new age people ' show off their various skills to handle a skateboard , which makes me wonder in awe . "," Annie , you also know the ' new age people ' . I think these people must have undergone much sufferings of flesh in order to ride skillfully . " " Annie , you also know the ' new age people ' . I think these people must have undergone much sufferings of flesh in order to ride skillfully . "," Although it is easy to ride , the condition of the road surface should also be paid attention to , such as places being put together and full of gullies . If the condition permits , it is better to be equipped with helmet , eye shades , ankle shield , knee shield and elbow shield . " " Although it is easy to ride , the condition of the road surface should also be paid attention to , such as places being put together and full of gullies . If the condition permits , it is better to be equipped with helmet , eye shades , ankle shield , knee shield and elbow shield . "," The skateboard does not pollute the air , either . It can be used as a tool to ride instead of walk . " "Look , the aliens are sending a message to Mulder . This rocks ! ", Whoops . That's my pager . I had to get it for work . Whoops . That's my pager . I had to get it for work . ," You have a pager ? ! That's a little high-tech for you , Stu . Are you sure you know how to use it ? " " You have a pager ? ! That's a little high-tech for you , Stu . Are you sure you know how to use it ? "," Well , I know how to turn it off ! " " Well , I know how to turn it off ! "," No , you don't ! It's still beeping ! Come on , hand it over and I'll turn it off for you . " What are your hobbies ? , Sports . Sports . , Like what ? Like what ? , Basketball and swimming . How much is it all together ? , Let me see . The bell-bottom pants are $ 90 and the coat is $ 120 . It comes to $ 210 . Let me see . The bell-bottom pants are $ 90 and the coat is $ 120 . It comes to $ 210 . , Is it possible for you to reduce the price ? Is it possible for you to reduce the price ? , I am sorry . It's a one-price shop . "London is such a historic city ! There ’ s history everywhere you look . There ’ s nelson ’ s column , built as a monument to one of the Britain ’ s great admirals and his important victory . He won the battle of "," I ’ m looking forward to seeing Westminster abbey , where many historic figures are buried , like Isaac Newton , the great mathematician and Winston Churchill , the great wartime leader . " " I ’ m looking forward to seeing Westminster abbey , where many historic figures are buried , like Isaac Newton , the great mathematician and Winston Churchill , the great wartime leader . "," Nearby , on the banks of the thames , there ’ s the statue of Boadicea . She fought the Romans when they invaded Britain . " " Nearby , on the banks of the thames , there ’ s the statue of Boadicea . She fought the Romans when they invaded Britain . "," Women have often played an important role in british history . Queen Elizabeth I built a navy strong enough to fight off the Spanish armada in 1588 . more recently , Margaret thatcher transformed british " " Women have often played an important role in british history . Queen Elizabeth I built a navy strong enough to fight off the Spanish armada in 1588 . more recently , Margaret thatcher transformed british ", She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ? She was a very controversial leader . Are we going to visit the famous tower of London later ? , There ’ s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow . There ’ s a lot to see there . Perhaps we should go tomorrow . , I ’ m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too . I ’ m looking forward to seeing the famous castle and prison . Many historic figures were imprisoned there in the past . I really want to see the crown jewels too . ," I ’ Ve seen them before . They ’ re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ’ s one place you have to go . " " I ’ Ve seen them before . They ’ re quite incredible . If you want to see historical figures in London , there ’ s one place you have to go . "," Where ’ s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ’ s the waxworks museum . " " Where ’ s that ? Oh , I know ! Madame Tussaud ’ s the waxworks museum . "," There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty . " " There you can see british leaders , entertainers , criminals , and royalty . "," Sometimes , it ’ s hard to know who belongs in each section of the museum ! " I would like to book a table for 2 . ," OK , sir . When will you be there ? " " OK , sir . When will you be there ? ", 7:00 tonight and we'd like a smoking table . 7:00 tonight and we'd like a smoking table . ," No problem , sir . " I'm afraid I can't complete my paper on time . , What happened ? What happened ? , I keep on meeting with difficulties in the experiment . I can hardly go on . I keep on meeting with difficulties in the experiment . I can hardly go on . ," Where there are difficulties , there are ways to get over them . Hold on ! " "Let ’ s meet before next week ’ s meeting , Jane . I want to kick around some ideas with you . ", No problem . I ’ Ve got a really light week . Anytime ’ s fine by me . No problem . I ’ Ve got a really light week . Anytime ’ s fine by me . ," Well , let ’ s plan to get together next Monday afternoon , around three ? " " Well , let ’ s plan to get together next Monday afternoon , around three ? "," All right , I ’ ll put you in my book . " "Bob , would you come and help me ? "," Of course . What do you want me to do , Mom ? " " Of course . What do you want me to do , Mom ? ", Could you hold these packages while I look for the key ? Could you hold these packages while I look for the key ? ," Alright , what's in them ? They are so heavy ! " " Alright , what's in them ? They are so heavy ! ", Just things we need for the picnic tomorrow . Just things we need for the picnic tomorrow . ," Well , hurry up and open the door please . I told you these things are heavy . " " Well , hurry up and open the door please . I told you these things are heavy . "," I'm sorry , but I just can't find the key . You must have it . " " I'm sorry , but I just can't find the key . You must have it . "," Oh , yes , it's in my pocket . But how can I get the key while I'm holding all these bags ? " "OK . I'd like to have everything gift-wrapped , please . ", I'll give you the boxes . You can then go to our gift-wrapping department . I'll give you the boxes . You can then go to our gift-wrapping department . , Is it on this floor ? Is it on this floor ? ," It's on the first floor , to the right of the main entrance . " " It's on the first floor , to the right of the main entrance . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Have a nice holiday ! Have a nice holiday ! ," You , too . Thanks for your help . " "Ms . : Do you have a question , Mary ? ", No . That's not why I raised my hand . I need to go to the ladies ' room . No . That's not why I raised my hand . I need to go to the ladies ' room . , Ms . : Let me give you a hall pass for it . Ms . : Let me give you a hall pass for it . , What's a hall pass ? What's a hall pass ? ," Ms . : With a hall pass , you can go to the ladies ' room or wherever you need to go during class time . " " Ms . : With a hall pass , you can go to the ladies ' room or wherever you need to go during class time . ", I see . I see . ," Ms . : If a teacher stops you in the hallway , just show him or her the pass . " " Ms . : If a teacher stops you in the hallway , just show him or her the pass . ", Or else I'll get into trouble . Or else I'll get into trouble . , Ms . : That's right . I found a great school for Junior ! , Don't you think it's a little early to be looking for schools ? We haven't even had the baby yet ! Don't you think it's a little early to be looking for schools ? We haven't even had the baby yet ! , We can't be too cautious about these things . We can't be too cautious about these things . , You are going to be such an adorable father ! Tell me about this school . You are going to be such an adorable father ! Tell me about this school . , There is a huge slide on the playground and lots of trees and even a little brook ! There is a huge slide on the playground and lots of trees and even a little brook ! , What about inside the school ? What about inside the school ? , There is a library right inside the front door . There is a library right inside the front door . , I think our child is going to love it ! What did you say ? , I said he was nothing but a yeoman . I said he was nothing but a yeoman . , Then he become angry with you ? Then he become angry with you ? , Yes . An idea about killing time on a train ? , I advise you to read Playboy.You can get a lot from it . I advise you to read Playboy.You can get a lot from it . , But there's quite a lot of rumors about it . But there's quite a lot of rumors about it . , That's why it's interesting . "OK , Allen . It's your turn . Are you ready ? ", I really would rather just listen . Isn't there anyone else who wants to sing ? I really would rather just listen . Isn't there anyone else who wants to sing ? , Come on ! In the two hours we've been here you haven't sung even one song ! Come on ! In the two hours we've been here you haven't sung even one song ! ," I know , but ... Hey , Stanley's here ! I've been wanting to hear him sing all night . " " I know , but ... Hey , Stanley's here ! I've been wanting to hear him sing all night . "," Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him . He loves "" The King . "" " " Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him . He loves "" The King . "" ", I'll put the song at the front of the list . Have you heard about Anlesen David ? ," No , have they have another fight ? " " No , have they have another fight ? "," No , they got engaged . " " No , they got engaged . ", You must be joking . Those two ? You must be joking . Those two ? ," Well , my dear . I didn't believe either . But got it straight form the horse's mouth . David called me this morning . " " Well , my dear . I didn't believe either . But got it straight form the horse's mouth . David called me this morning . ", So when did all this happen ? So when did all this happen ? ," Last weekend , while they were on the Sik trip . " " Last weekend , while they were on the Sik trip . "," Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ? " " Well , I believe it now , and when are they are getting married ? ", Next June . Next June . , I can hardly believe it . Hi ! Can I help you ? , Yes . We have reservations . Yes . We have reservations . ," What's your name , sir ? " " What's your name , sir ? ", Jack Bates . Jack Bates . ," Yes , sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill out these forms , please ? " " Yes , sir . We have your reservation . Could you fill out these forms , please ? "," The reservation was for a double for three nights , wasn't it ? " " The reservation was for a double for three nights , wasn't it ? "," Yes , sir . That's correct . How will you pay your bill , cash or credit card ? " " Yes , sir . That's correct . How will you pay your bill , cash or credit card ? ", Credit card . Credit card . ," Thank you , sir . You'll be staying in room 1910 . Here are your keys . The bellhop will take your luggage upstairs . Have a nice stay , sir . " " Thank you , sir . You'll be staying in room 1910 . Here are your keys . The bellhop will take your luggage upstairs . Have a nice stay , sir . ", Thanks . "Show us our itineraries , please . "," We'll first go to Mount Tai , then we'll go to Sichuan by air , after that we'll be leaving for Tibet . " " We'll first go to Mount Tai , then we'll go to Sichuan by air , after that we'll be leaving for Tibet . ", How long will the trip take ? How long will the trip take ? , At least 20 days . I don ’ t dare to look after the children now . , Why ? Why ? , The children always make themselves in danger . I always have my heart in my mouth with them . The children always make themselves in danger . I always have my heart in my mouth with them . ," It is because your children have grown up , and you haven ’ t lived with a child for a long time . " I've enjoyed conversing with you . , Is there a reason why you're trying to get off the phone so fast ? Is there a reason why you're trying to get off the phone so fast ? , I've got to go . I've got to go . , I wasn't done talking to you . I wasn't done talking to you . ," I have to do some things , and besides , it's not polite to be nosey . " " I have to do some things , and besides , it's not polite to be nosey . ", I'm not being nosey . I'm just asking . I'm not being nosey . I'm just asking . , I really don't think it's any of your business . I really don't think it's any of your business . , That's not nice . That's not nice . ," I apologize , but I'm getting off the phone now . " " I apologize , but I'm getting off the phone now . ", Okay . "Welcome . What can I do for you , Madam ? "," I hope you can give me some advice . I'm sick and tired of coming here or to the post office to pay my utility bills . It's such a long way from my home , but I checked and you are my nearest branch . Is there anyway I can do it from home ? " " I hope you can give me some advice . I'm sick and tired of coming here or to the post office to pay my utility bills . It's such a long way from my home , but I checked and you are my nearest branch . Is there anyway I can do it from home ? "," That's terrible . Unfortunately , we don't have that many branches outside the centre of town . What I'd advise you to do is set up a Direct Debit Service . " " That's terrible . Unfortunately , we don't have that many branches outside the centre of town . What I'd advise you to do is set up a Direct Debit Service . ", A Direct Debit Service ? What's that exactly ? A Direct Debit Service ? What's that exactly ? ," A Direct Debit means that every month we can arrange for all of your utility bills to come directly out of your account , no fuss , no hassle . " " A Direct Debit means that every month we can arrange for all of your utility bills to come directly out of your account , no fuss , no hassle . "," But how will you know how much I should pay ? I mean , I receive my bills , not you . " " But how will you know how much I should pay ? I mean , I receive my bills , not you . "," We set up an agreement with the , say , phone company . They tell us how much to pay them every month and we pay directly from your account . Of course , we are able to do this with all of the utilities companies . " " We set up an agreement with the , say , phone company . They tell us how much to pay them every month and we pay directly from your account . Of course , we are able to do this with all of the utilities companies . "," I see . So , that would mean that every month it would just come from my account ? That does sound like a good idea , totally trouble free . " How old are you ? , Nine ... but I'll be ten on May 1st.When is your birthday ? Nine ... but I'll be ten on May 1st.When is your birthday ? , I'm older than you ! I'll be ten on April 14th . I'm older than you ! I'll be ten on April 14th . , Are you going to have a birthday party ? Are you going to have a birthday party ? , Maybe . I'll have to ask my mother . have you adapted to the lifestyle in China ? ," yeah , almost . But there is one thing . " " yeah , almost . But there is one thing . ", what ? what ? ," I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people . I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China , but ... " " I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people . I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China , but ... ", what is it ? what is it ? , some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others . some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others . , that makes you feel uncomfortable ? that makes you feel uncomfortable ? , yeah . we never do that in a public office . yeah . we never do that in a public office . , perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy . perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy . ," i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding . " " i have felt that . One day when i was in a queue , reading a newspaper story , the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding . "," well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus . " " well , that's not rare . I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus . ", just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ? just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him ? , yeah . yeah . ," Oh , I'm shocked . " "Thank you , 175 yuan . ", Here you go . Here you go . ," Here is your change and your receipt.Do you have goods unpaid on you , sir " " Here is your change and your receipt.Do you have goods unpaid on you , sir "," No , I don't think so . " " No , I don't think so . ", I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look . I'm sorry I need to call the security to have a look . , There must be a mistake . There must be a mistake . ," Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid . " " Sorry , sir , it's my job to make sure the goods are paid . "," Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it . " " Wait , can you check these sunglasses I bought it in the second floor . I think they forgot to demagnetize it . ", Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it Sure . Ah ... That's the problem . Have you paid for it , Of course I did . Here is the receipt . Of course I did . Here is the receipt . ," Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir . " " Let me see ... Oh , I am awfully sorry sir . ", That's all right . "Are you ready , Pa ? ", In a second . Have you got a torch ? In a second . Have you got a torch ? , No . No . , Here it is . Let's go . Mrs . Sue ? , Yes ? Yes ? , Mr . Brown will have to call you back in a little while . Mr . Brown will have to call you back in a little while . , All right . But tell him I will only be here until four o'clock . Good afternoon ! ," Good afternoon ! Sit down , please.How are you ? " " Good afternoon ! Sit down , please.How are you ? "," I'm very well , thank you.How are you ? " " I'm very well , thank you.How are you ? "," Very well too , thank you very much.Isn ' t it a lovely day ? " " Very well too , thank you very much.Isn ' t it a lovely day ? "," Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot . " " Yes , it's beautiful , but it's also very hot . ", Yes . Yes . , What's the weather like in your country ? What's the weather like in your country ? , Mm ... It's quite warm now . Mm ... It's quite warm now . , Where do you live ? Where do you live ? , In London.Where do you live ? In London.Where do you live ? , Here.Near this school . Hello . This is Dr . Galas Office . Can I help you ? , Yes . I ’ d like to make an appointment with Dr . Galas . Could you arrange it for me ? Yes . I ’ d like to make an appointment with Dr . Galas . Could you arrange it for me ? , Sure . Let me check his schedule . How about tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 ? Sure . Let me check his schedule . How about tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 ? , I ’ m not available tomorrow afternoon . How about tomorrow morning ? I ’ m not available tomorrow afternoon . How about tomorrow morning ? , I ’ m sorry . Dr . Galas is fully engaged tomorrow morning . How about the day after tomorrow at 9:30 in the morning ? I ’ m sorry . Dr . Galas is fully engaged tomorrow morning . How about the day after tomorrow at 9:30 in the morning ? , That ’ s fine . Thanks . That ’ s fine . Thanks . ," You ’ re welcome . Could I have your name and phone number , please ? " " You ’ re welcome . Could I have your name and phone number , please ? "," Certainly . My name is Janet Smith , and my phone number is 610-555-1234 . " " Certainly . My name is Janet Smith , and my phone number is 610-555-1234 . "," Very good , Ms . Smith . I have scheduled an appointment for you on Wednesday at 9:30 am . " " Very good , Ms . Smith . I have scheduled an appointment for you on Wednesday at 9:30 am . ", Thank you very much . Do you have any apartment to rent ? , Yes . Right now I have a studio . Yes . Right now I have a studio . , Where is it . Where is it . ," In the downtown , near the square . " " In the downtown , near the square . ", Is it furnished ? Is it furnished ? ," Yes , and the rent includes utilities . " " Yes , and the rent includes utilities . ", That's good . When can I go to see the house ? That's good . When can I go to see the house ? , What about next saturday . What about next saturday . , Fine . We are sorry for our fault . , I do hope this undesirable incident will not stand in the way of our future business . I do hope this undesirable incident will not stand in the way of our future business . , Thank you for your understanding . "I put in two quarters for a coke , but nothing came out of the machine . ", Really ? Let me check it . Really ? Let me check it . , I'm sure it's broken . I'm sure it's broken . ," No , ma'am . I ’ m afraid you put in only one quarter and one dime . " "Today , we have invited a special guest , Prof . Yang . He will give us some advice on the legal aspects of international business . Your international legal advice is important to our business well being . Please give us some counsels on such issues as which laws govern the contract , what recourse is available for default or breach of contract by our clients or what to do if a dispute arises . "," The significance of understanding the nuance and distinctions of foreign customs and business practices are a continual challenge for global entrepreneurs and trader . Despite many countries accession to TO membership , trade and investment frictions are still predominant among existing membership . However , these frictions will be better managed under the TO trade rules and the organization's dispute settlement mechanism . " " The significance of understanding the nuance and distinctions of foreign customs and business practices are a continual challenge for global entrepreneurs and trader . Despite many countries accession to TO membership , trade and investment frictions are still predominant among existing membership . However , these frictions will be better managed under the TO trade rules and the organization's dispute settlement mechanism . "," In spite of this , international business contracts and arrangement must be precise , specific and all-inclusive to lessen misunderstanding , misconceptions and disagreements to the minimum 。 " " In spite of this , international business contracts and arrangement must be precise , specific and all-inclusive to lessen misunderstanding , misconceptions and disagreements to the minimum 。 "," Problem and disputes occur mainly due to difference in the laws of countries involved . For this very reason , it is imperative to establish from the outset which law governs when disputes arise . The most fundamental principle of all international contracts is the applicable laws and regulations . Make sure that the arbitration clause in your business contract be all-inclusive . " " Problem and disputes occur mainly due to difference in the laws of countries involved . For this very reason , it is imperative to establish from the outset which law governs when disputes arise . The most fundamental principle of all international contracts is the applicable laws and regulations . Make sure that the arbitration clause in your business contract be all-inclusive . ", How can we protect our patents and trade market abroad ? How can we protect our patents and trade market abroad ? ," Yes , it will be your utmost interest to protect your intellectual property such as your innovations , idea , designs and copyrights in your target country . " " Yes , it will be your utmost interest to protect your intellectual property such as your innovations , idea , designs and copyrights in your target country . "," As you know , our main focus is to penetrate the markets of countries in Asia . What is the current legal framework in the countries ? " " As you know , our main focus is to penetrate the markets of countries in Asia . What is the current legal framework in the countries ? "," The lack of regulatory transparency was a problem and still is to some extent . However , the countries are moving forward to deepen their reforms , new changes will involve the establisher of legal structures to sustain high levels of foreign as well a domestic private investments . This will surely strengthen the law and regulations in the countries , especially , areas related to trade issues . " " The lack of regulatory transparency was a problem and still is to some extent . However , the countries are moving forward to deepen their reforms , new changes will involve the establisher of legal structures to sustain high levels of foreign as well a domestic private investments . This will surely strengthen the law and regulations in the countries , especially , areas related to trade issues . "," Several years ago , the countries and China singed memorandums of understanding , pursuant to which the countries will improve their laws government intellectual property rights protection over the following two to three years . " " Several years ago , the countries and China singed memorandums of understanding , pursuant to which the countries will improve their laws government intellectual property rights protection over the following two to three years . "," Precisely , the actions the countries have committed to take are consistent with TO agreement . " Do you have anything to declare ? , No . I have nothing . No . I have nothing . , Are these all your personal things ? Are these all your personal things ? ," Yes , they are . " " Yes , they are . ", Please open the black case . Please open the black case . , OK . I ’ Ve come to hear about your offer for bristles . ," We have the offer ready for you . Let me see ... here it is . 100 cases Houston Bristles , 57 mm , at 10 pounds sterling per kilogram , C . I . F European Main Ports , for shipment in June 2001 . The offer is valid for five days . " " We have the offer ready for you . Let me see ... here it is . 100 cases Houston Bristles , 57 mm , at 10 pounds sterling per kilogram , C . I . F European Main Ports , for shipment in June 2001 . The offer is valid for five days . "," Why , your price has soared . It ’ s almost 25 % higher than last year ’ s . It would be impossible for us to push any sales at such a price . " " Why , your price has soared . It ’ s almost 25 % higher than last year ’ s . It would be impossible for us to push any sales at such a price . ", I ’ m a little surprised to hear you say that . You know very well that markets for bristles have gone up a great deal in recent months . The price we offer compares favorably with quotations you can get elsewhere . I ’ m a little surprised to hear you say that . You know very well that markets for bristles have gone up a great deal in recent months . The price we offer compares favorably with quotations you can get elsewhere . , I ’ m afraid I can ’ t agree with you there . I must point out your price is higher than some of the quotations we ’ Ve received from other sources . I ’ m afraid I can ’ t agree with you there . I must point out your price is higher than some of the quotations we ’ Ve received from other sources . , But you must take the quality into consideration . Everyone in the trade knows that US ’ s bristles are of superior quality to those from other countries . But you must take the quality into consideration . Everyone in the trade knows that US ’ s bristles are of superior quality to those from other countries . ," I agree that yours are of better quality . But there ’ s competition from synthetic products , too . You can ’ t very well ignore that . Prices for synthetic bristles haven ’ t changed much over the years . " " I agree that yours are of better quality . But there ’ s competition from synthetic products , too . You can ’ t very well ignore that . Prices for synthetic bristles haven ’ t changed much over the years . "," There ’ s practically no substitute for bristles for certain uses . That ’ s why demand for natural bristles keeps rising in spite of cheaper synthetic ones . To be frank with you , if it were not for the long - standing relationship between us , we would hardly be willing to make you a firm offer at this price . " " There ’ s practically no substitute for bristles for certain uses . That ’ s why demand for natural bristles keeps rising in spite of cheaper synthetic ones . To be frank with you , if it were not for the long - standing relationship between us , we would hardly be willing to make you a firm offer at this price . "," Well , we ’ ll have a lot of difficulties in persuading our clients to buy at this price . But I ’ ll have to try , I suppose . " I don ’ t know why I married him . , What is the matter ? What is the matter ? , He never see eye to eye with me . He never see eye to eye with me . ," That is to say , love is blind . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , I need to buy a computer for this semester . I was told it is cheaper to buy computers here . " " Yes , I need to buy a computer for this semester . I was told it is cheaper to buy computers here . "," Well , you heard right.You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here.We have great discounts for students . " " Well , you heard right.You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here.We have great discounts for students . ", I don't know much about computers.But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer . I don't know much about computers.But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory . And I need a printer . ," Well , first let's consider your computer.Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3.It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory . " " Well , first let's consider your computer.Here , for example , is a system I highly recommend--the Power Macintosh G3.It comes with 64 megabytes of total memory . ", Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ? Is that a lot ? Sixty-four ? ," Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have.What department are you in ? " " Yes , it is . It should be enough for any student needs you might have.What department are you in ? ", History . History . ," Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing.We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your " " Well , so you will mostly be using word processing , for writing papers . I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing.We can talk about software later . Let's talk about your ", Thirty percent ? Thirty percent ? , Yes . Yes . , Wow . That's really good.And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ? Wow . That's really good.And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student ? , Yes . It's an excellent system . Yes . It's an excellent system . ," Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ? " " Hmm . Hey , wait . This has an Apple on it . Is this an Apple computer ? "," Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing . " " Yes , it's a Macintosh . It's Apple . Macintosh and Apple are the same thing . ", I don't want Macintosh . I want PC . I don't want Macintosh . I want PC . ," I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment . " " I'm sorry , but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment . ", What ? Are you serious ? What ? Are you serious ? , Yes . Yes . , But nobody uses Macintosh ! But nobody uses Macintosh ! ," That's not true.Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh.They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma " " That's not true.Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh.They find it is better for writing and word-processing , and that is what students mostly do . Ma "," Yes , I'm from Taiwan . " " Yes , I'm from Taiwan . "," Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular.But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used . " " Well , I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular.But here in America , especially in universities and publishing companies , Apple is very commonly used . ", But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese . But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese . , There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh.Chinese is no problem for Apple . There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh.Chinese is no problem for Apple . , Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry . Hmm . I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision . I'm sorry . ," No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends.But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple . " " No , don't be sorry . It's reasonable to ask your friends.But believe me , most of the students here in the university--Asian students included--most of them use Apple . "," Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later . " " Well , thanks for your advice . I will probably come back later . "," You're very welcome . Here is my card , if you need any help . " Hello ! Is this Mr . Chang ? , Yes . Who is speaking ? Yes . Who is speaking ? ," This is Kelly speaking . I am calling from London . How are you , Mr . Chang ? " " This is Kelly speaking . I am calling from London . How are you , Mr . Chang ? "," Oh , Kelly , I couldn't recognize your voice . Well , I'm fine . " " Oh , Kelly , I couldn't recognize your voice . Well , I'm fine . "," Mr . Chang , I just want to tell you that we are leaving London for Beijing by flight CP 645 on Saturday morning . Could you meet us at the airport , please ? " " Mr . Chang , I just want to tell you that we are leaving London for Beijing by flight CP 645 on Saturday morning . Could you meet us at the airport , please ? "," Excuse me , I couldn't quite hear you . This line is crossed . Can you speak louder , please ? " " Excuse me , I couldn't quite hear you . This line is crossed . Can you speak louder , please ? ", I will say it again ... Do you hear me now ? I will say it again ... Do you hear me now ? , Much better . I will definitely go to the airport to meet you . Much better . I will definitely go to the airport to meet you . , Thank you very much . Goodbye . Thank you very much . Goodbye . , Goodbye . "IBA Bank , Business Banking Department . Ling Ming speaking . How may I help you ? "," Ms Ling ! It's Mr Gwent , from Montgomery Computers . " " Ms Ling ! It's Mr Gwent , from Montgomery Computers . "," Hello , Mr Gwent . What can I do for you today ? " " Hello , Mr Gwent . What can I do for you today ? ", Some money has been sent from our Head Office in Berlin . Could you check whether you have received the remittance yet ? Some money has been sent from our Head Office in Berlin . Could you check whether you have received the remittance yet ? , Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ? Of course . Do you know which bank it was sent through and the amount and currency ? ," Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars . " " Deutsche Bank . It was 25,000 US dollars . "," Yes , here it is . That's received and cleared , so it's available for withdrawal . " My wife gave birth to our first child today . , Wow ! I'm so happy for you . Did you even bother to go to school today ? ," Yeah , I went . Did you go ? " " Yeah , I went . Did you go ? "," No , I didn't feel like it . " " No , I didn't feel like it . "," That's nice , have you been to the movies lately ? " " That's nice , have you been to the movies lately ? "," No , but that was a random change of subject . " " No , but that was a random change of subject . "," It may have been random , but have you ? " " It may have been random , but have you ? ", I haven't lately . I haven't lately . , I would love to catch a movie this weekend . I would love to catch a movie this weekend . ," So then , why don't you just go ? " " So then , why don't you just go ? ", I don't want to see a movie by myself . I don't want to see a movie by myself . ," Okay , so are you going to school tomorrow ? " " Okay , so are you going to school tomorrow ? ", I think I might just go to the movies . It's said you will go abroad to pursue your graduate studies . ," Yes , I've been thinking about visiting you . I hope to get some advice from you . " " Yes , I've been thinking about visiting you . I hope to get some advice from you . ", Which country do you want to go to ? Which country do you want to go to ? , My field is electronic engineering . Which country do you think I should go ? My field is electronic engineering . Which country do you think I should go ? ," Were I in your position , I ’ d go to America . " " Were I in your position , I ’ d go to America . ", Which university should I apply to ? Which university should I apply to ? ," There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper . " " There are many universities for you to choose from . Some famous universities such as Harvard , Yale , the University of Michigan , and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study , but they are very competitive and expensive . Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper . "," Oh , I see . Thank you very much . " "Hi , I ’ m Ray , your tenant in Room 209 . ", Hi . What ’ s up ? Hi . What ’ s up ? ," There ’ re some problems in my apartment . First , the faucet in the bathtub drips constantly . " " There ’ re some problems in my apartment . First , the faucet in the bathtub drips constantly . "," Okay , I ’ ll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today . What else ? " " Okay , I ’ ll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today . What else ? ", One of the burners on the stove doesn ’ t work . One of the burners on the stove doesn ’ t work . , What ’ s the matter with it ? What ’ s the matter with it ? , I can ’ t control the temperature . I can ’ t control the temperature . , I ’ ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ? I ’ ll get an electrician to repair it as soon as possible . Is that everything ? ," Well , there ’ s one more thing . The telephone is dead . " " Well , there ’ s one more thing . The telephone is dead . ", I ’ m sorry . There ’ s nothing I can do about that . You ’ Ve got to call the phone company . I ’ m sorry . There ’ s nothing I can do about that . You ’ Ve got to call the phone company . , Okay . Thank you very much . Okay . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . "Medicine Industry , this is Peter Bush speaking , can I help you ? "," Good afternoon , could you connect this call with Mr Brown , please " " Good afternoon , could you connect this call with Mr Brown , please ", May I know who's calling ? May I know who's calling ? , This is Li Ping of ABC computer company limited . I'm calling on our Mr Wilson the general manager of our company . This is Li Ping of ABC computer company limited . I'm calling on our Mr Wilson the general manager of our company . ," I'm sorry , Mrs Li , Mr Brown is now in a meeting.May I have your number , and ask him to call you back later ? " " I'm sorry , Mrs Li , Mr Brown is now in a meeting.May I have your number , and ask him to call you back later ? ", I'm afraid Mr Wilson would like to speak to Mr Brown right now.He ' s got an urgent matter to discuss with Mr Brown without delay . I'm afraid Mr Wilson would like to speak to Mr Brown right now.He ' s got an urgent matter to discuss with Mr Brown without delay . ," Ok , then would you please hold the line ? Mr Li , the line is through , Mr Brown is ready answering the call , go ahead . " " Ok , then would you please hold the line ? Mr Li , the line is through , Mr Brown is ready answering the call , go ahead . "," Thank you for your assistance , Mr Bush . " " Thank you for your assistance , Mr Bush . ", You are welcome . What are you doing ? , I'm watching TV . I'm watching TV . , Are there any good programs on TV ? Are there any good programs on TV ? , Tingling is on TV . Tingling is on TV . , Which Channel is it ? Which Channel is it ? , Channel 8 . Channel 8 . , It doesn't seem quite interesting . Would you change the channel ? "I'd like to check in , PLS . "," Awfully sorry , sir . There are no rooms available now . " " Awfully sorry , sir . There are no rooms available now . ", But I ’ Ve reserved a room the day before yesterday . But I ’ Ve reserved a room the day before yesterday . ," Sorry , may I have your name ? " " Sorry , may I have your name ? ", Tony Bush . Tony Bush . ," Pls wait a minute , let me check . Excuse me , but I can't seem to find your name on our list . Are you sure you have a reservation for tonight ? " " Pls wait a minute , let me check . Excuse me , but I can't seem to find your name on our list . Are you sure you have a reservation for tonight ? "," Of course , I did it myself . " " Of course , I did it myself . "," I am terribly sorry . There must have been some mistakes . Let me check it again . Oh , yes , there is a name listed as Tommy Bush . It must be the fault of the clerk who registered your name . I apologize . " " I am terribly sorry . There must have been some mistakes . Let me check it again . Oh , yes , there is a name listed as Tommy Bush . It must be the fault of the clerk who registered your name . I apologize . ", Don't worry about that . Don't worry about that . ," According to the records , your reservation is for a single room with shower and air conditioners for two nights . The room rate will be 110 dollars per night , including 10 % tax and 4 % service charge . Is this right ? " " According to the records , your reservation is for a single room with shower and air conditioners for two nights . The room rate will be 110 dollars per night , including 10 % tax and 4 % service charge . Is this right ? "," Yes , that's right . I'd like to pay my bill by credit card . " " Yes , that's right . I'd like to pay my bill by credit card . ", May I make a copy of your card ? May I make a copy of your card ? , Here you are . Here you are . ," Ok , now could you fill out this registration form ? " " Ok , now could you fill out this registration form ? ", All right . All right . , Your room number is 707 . Here is your key . The bellhop will help you carry the suitcases to your room . Have a nice evening ! "I really like the apartment , but I was wondering if I could change some things . ", What would you like to change ? What would you like to change ? , I would like to have different carpet . I would like to have different carpet . , I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference . I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference . , How much more would it cost ? How much more would it cost ? , It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard . It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard . ," While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ? " " While I am at it , would it be possible to switch paint colors ? ", I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample . I would be willing to look at a different color . You need to bring me a sample . , When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ? When can my apartment be painted and ready to go ? , You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday . "Waitress , can I have the bill , please ? "," Yes , sir . How would you like to pay the bill , sir ? " " Yes , sir . How would you like to pay the bill , sir ? ", Do you accept credit cards ? Do you accept credit cards ? ," Yes , sir . But we only accept American Express , Master card and Visa . What kind do you have ? " " Yes , sir . But we only accept American Express , Master card and Visa . What kind do you have ? ", Master card . Here you go . Master card . Here you go . ," Wait a moment , please . " You have to finish your dinner before you leave the table . ," But , Mom , I can't eat anymore . I'm stuffed . " " But , Mom , I can't eat anymore . I'm stuffed . ", What's the matter ? It doesn't taste good ? What's the matter ? It doesn't taste good ? ," It's not that I don't like your cooking , but I ate some cookies before we had dinner . " "There's a car waiting for you just outside the door . Right this way , please . ", OK ! OK ! , Let me put your cases into the trunk and please get in the back . Let me put your cases into the trunk and please get in the back . , Thanks ! Thanks ! , How was your flight ? How was your flight ? ," It's comfortable , but now I'm a little tired . " " It's comfortable , but now I'm a little tired . "," We'll reach the Beijing hotel in another ten minutes . When we arrived there , you can go up and have a rest . The hotel has very good service , and it's considered as one of the best hotels here . " " We'll reach the Beijing hotel in another ten minutes . When we arrived there , you can go up and have a rest . The hotel has very good service , and it's considered as one of the best hotels here . ", Thank you ! I lived there when I came to Beijing last time . It's comfortable and beautiful . Thank you ! I lived there when I came to Beijing last time . It's comfortable and beautiful . ," If it's convenient for you , Mr . Wu would like to invite you to the banquet in honor of you in the evening . " " If it's convenient for you , Mr . Wu would like to invite you to the banquet in honor of you in the evening . ", Thank you ! I will . When and where will the dinner be ? Thank you ! I will . When and where will the dinner be ? ," At six o'clock in the International Hotel . We'll pick you up this afternoon . Besides , if you care for visiting , we'll arrange some sightseeing for you . " " At six o'clock in the International Hotel . We'll pick you up this afternoon . Besides , if you care for visiting , we'll arrange some sightseeing for you . "," Oh , that's nice . Thank you for arranging all of this . " "Tom , it's time for you to go to bed . "," Good night , mum . " " Good night , mum . ", Good night . I ’ m thinking about redecorating my bedroom . I bought this magazine in order to get some ideas . What do you think of this ? ," That looks good . The room in the picture is bigger than your bedroom , so you wouldn ’ t be able to have all that furniture in your room . " " That looks good . The room in the picture is bigger than your bedroom , so you wouldn ’ t be able to have all that furniture in your room . ", I ’ d like to have the bed and the wardrobe . I ’ d like to have the bed and the wardrobe . , You would fit both of them in your bedroom . Perhaps you could also get the dressing table . I think that one would look good in your bedroom . You would fit both of them in your bedroom . Perhaps you could also get the dressing table . I think that one would look good in your bedroom . ," Yes , it would . It ’ s very expensive though . " " Yes , it would . It ’ s very expensive though . ", Everything in this magazine seems expensive . You could probably find something similar in a discount store . Everything in this magazine seems expensive . You could probably find something similar in a discount store . , Yes . I ’ m sure I could find something similar at one . I ’ d also like to get a new carpet for my bedroom . Yes . I ’ m sure I could find something similar at one . I ’ d also like to get a new carpet for my bedroom . , You can get cheap carpets easily . Another idea is to buy a rug . That would cover a lot of the carpet and you wouldn ’ t have to replace the carpet . It would save you a lot of work . You can get cheap carpets easily . Another idea is to buy a rug . That would cover a lot of the carpet and you wouldn ’ t have to replace the carpet . It would save you a lot of work . , That ’ s a good idea . I ’ m really looking forward to redoing my bedroom . Did you make it to school today ? , I always do . Did you go to school today ? I always do . Did you go to school today ? ," No , I didn't . " " No , I didn't . "," You should have , but have you seen any movies lately ? " " You should have , but have you seen any movies lately ? ", That was an odd change of subject . That was an odd change of subject . ," Maybe it was , but answer the question . " " Maybe it was , but answer the question . "," No , not recently . " " No , not recently . ", I want to go to see a movie this weekend . I want to go to see a movie this weekend . , What's stopping you then ? What's stopping you then ? , I don't want to go alone . I don't want to go alone . ," So , will you be at school tomorrow ? " " So , will you be at school tomorrow ? "," No , I want to go to the movies instead . " Could you arrange me to see Doctor John tomorrow morning ? , I ’ m afraid not . He will be not free until 11:30 . I ’ m afraid not . He will be not free until 11:30 . , How about 1:30 ? How about 1:30 ? , Let me check . Welcome to IBA . How can I help you ? , You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived ? It's Ming Cha Legal Services . You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived ? It's Ming Cha Legal Services . ," Oh , yes . I remember . You must be Mr Xie . It's nice to put a face to a voice . " " Oh , yes . I remember . You must be Mr Xie . It's nice to put a face to a voice . "," Yes , it sure is . The L / C number is JD185649000023 . " " Yes , it sure is . The L / C number is JD185649000023 . "," JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ? " " JD185649000023 ? Yes , found it . 175,000 Euros , is that correct ? JD185649000023 ? ", Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ? Correct . Could I convert that into RIB ? ," Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now . " " Yes , you can . Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now . "," That's fine , thanks . " What brings you to Beijing ? , I'm here on business . Have you seen the sales report for last quarter ? Who do you think is our digest threat ? ," From the numbers , it seems like Forest Inc . is our digest competitor ... Le'Ban and Markford are also major contenders in our market . " " From the numbers , it seems like Forest Inc . is our digest competitor ... Le'Ban and Markford are also major contenders in our market . "," Le'Ban is the new kid on the block , it's amazing they've had such tremendous success so soon ... With them on the scene , the competition is outthrough . " " Le'Ban is the new kid on the block , it's amazing they've had such tremendous success so soon ... With them on the scene , the competition is outthrough . ", here's information about our competitor's recent market activities ... here's information about our competitor's recent market activities ... ," Thanks , this will be a big help in putting together next quarter's marketing strategies . With competition this intense , we'll have to step up production even more . We need a price we can compete with . " " Thanks , this will be a big help in putting together next quarter's marketing strategies . With competition this intense , we'll have to step up production even more . We need a price we can compete with . ", We're in a very competitive environment . It's sink or saimin this market . We're in a very competitive environment . It's sink or saimin this market . , Better start swimming ! we've got to find a way to outsmart the other guys . I want a preliminarily strategic marketing plan on my desk by next Tuesday ... the competition never sleeps and neither should we . "I'll see you in Sterlet , then . ", Where did you say ? Where did you say ? ," Sterlet . It's spelt 0 , S , T , E , R , L , E , Y . " " Sterlet . It's spelt 0 , S , T , E , R , L , E , Y . ", Right . I have been a Production Manager . , How many years have you worked as a Production Manager ? How many years have you worked as a Production Manager ? , 3 years . 3 years . , Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements ? Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements ? ," I had introduced an advanced product line , which increased the output and lessened the cost . " " I had introduced an advanced product line , which increased the output and lessened the cost . ", Wonderful . Then how many employers have you worked for ? Wonderful . Then how many employers have you worked for ? ," Frankly speaking , three . If your company employs me , it will be my fourth . " " Frankly speaking , three . If your company employs me , it will be my fourth . ", Then have you received any award at your present company ? Then have you received any award at your present company ? , Yes . I was awarded the title of Advanced Worker last year . Yes . I was awarded the title of Advanced Worker last year . , How would you evaluate the company you are with ? How would you evaluate the company you are with ? ," Although I could not say that everything is perfect there , I still very much appreciate what the company has given me , especial many chances . " " Although I could not say that everything is perfect there , I still very much appreciate what the company has given me , especial many chances . ", How would your colleagues evaluate you ? How would your colleagues evaluate you ? , They would say I am a responsible friend and a capable colleague . They would say I am a responsible friend and a capable colleague . , Can you get recommendations from your present employers ? Can you get recommendations from your present employers ? ," Yes , I have brought them with me . Here they are . " " Yes , I have brought them with me . Here they are . ", Do you have any questions ? Do you have any questions ? , I think that you have covered all the important points already.But if I have any questions later I will contact you . "How about seconds , Victor ? ", No.thanks . I'm full . I ’ m glad you could make it . , It ’ s my job . What can I help you with ? It ’ s my job . What can I help you with ? , I think a pipe burst in my apartment . I think a pipe burst in my apartment . , In what room is this pipe ? In what room is this pipe ? , You ’ ll find the pipe in my bathroom . You ’ ll find the pipe in my bathroom . , When did the pipe start leaking ? When did the pipe start leaking ? , It ’ s been leaking for a couple of days now . It ’ s been leaking for a couple of days now . , I will need to tear down that wall to fix that pipe . I will need to tear down that wall to fix that pipe . , I understand . I understand . , You ’ re fine with that ? You ’ re fine with that ? , I just want the problem taken care of . I just want the problem taken care of . ," Okay . I will begin working on it now , if you ’ d like . " "I love your little Lulu dolls.How much for a batch of 6,000 ? "," For a batch of 6,000 we would charge two dollars a doll . your total cost would be $ 12,000 . " " For a batch of 6,000 we would charge two dollars a doll . your total cost would be $ 12,000 . ", That ’ s a little steep for our company.Do you offer any discounts ? That ’ s a little steep for our company.Do you offer any discounts ? ," Well , we ’ d like to work with you . If you ordered a larger quantity we could drop the price a little . Can you increase your order to 15,000 ? " " Well , we ’ d like to work with you . If you ordered a larger quantity we could drop the price a little . Can you increase your order to 15,000 ? "," Hmmm.It wouldn ’ t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it.How much of a discount would that give us ? " " Hmmm.It wouldn ’ t be easy , but if the discount makes it worthwhile , we can consider it.How much of a discount would that give us ? "," For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1.5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 . " " For order of 12,000 or more we charge only $ 1.5 a doll . your total cost would be $ 18,000 . "," So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard.Couldn ’ t you discount it further ? We ’ Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might " " So , for an additional 6,000 dollars , we get twice as many dolls ? That still might be a little hard.Couldn ’ t you discount it further ? We ’ Ve been pricing other suppliers , and this discount might ", We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount – say 5 % ? We do value your business . I think I can offer a further discount – say 5 % ? , I think we can handle that . Let me confirm with my boss and touch base with you again tomorrow . May I help you ? , Yes . Do you exchange foreign money here ? Yes . Do you exchange foreign money here ? , Yes . Our bank is authorized to deal with foreign exchange . Yes . Our bank is authorized to deal with foreign exchange . , What kinds of currency do you change ? What kinds of currency do you change ? ," We can change only three kinds of currency , USD , Japanese Yen and HK Dollar in our savings office . " " We can change only three kinds of currency , USD , Japanese Yen and HK Dollar in our savings office . ", Could you tell me what the exchange rate for USD is today ? Could you tell me what the exchange rate for USD is today ? , The buying rate is 826 . 44 yuan for 100 dollars . The buying rate is 826 . 44 yuan for 100 dollars . , I want to change some Us dollars to cover my expense here . I want to change some Us dollars to cover my expense here . ," Please go to Counter No . 2 , the foreign exchange counter . It's over there . " " Please go to Counter No . 2 , the foreign exchange counter . It's over there . ", Thank you . Can you hold the end of this tape measure ? , Sure . What's this for ? Sure . What's this for ? , I ' m taking some measurements for new curtains . I ' m taking some measurements for new curtains . ," What about measuring the floor for a new carpet , and the walls for new wallpaper ? " " What about measuring the floor for a new carpet , and the walls for new wallpaper ? ", I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor.and use some paint for the walls . I thought we'll just fix up the wood floor.and use some paint for the walls . , Good idea . I was thinking the same myself . Good idea . I was thinking the same myself . , Tomorrow we'll go and pick out some curtains and paint . Do you want to go shopping with me ? , That's a good idea.What time is good for you ? That's a good idea.What time is good for you ? , How about Saturday morning ? How about Saturday morning ? , Sounds good . Did you ever get your bus pass ? , I don't think I'm going to get one . I don't think I'm going to get one . , Why not ? Why not ? ," It's just a waste of cash , man ! " " It's just a waste of cash , man ! "," Actually , it'll save you money . " " Actually , it'll save you money . "," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? ", Because you can use your bus pass as many times as you want . Because you can use your bus pass as many times as you want . , Really ? Really ? ," Yeah , and you never have to worry about scraping for change . " " Yeah , and you never have to worry about scraping for change . ", That sounds like a good deal . That sounds like a good deal . ," Yeah , So , are you going to buy one ? " " Yeah , So , are you going to buy one ? ", I will . How was your education going on in Australia ? , I'm going to graduate this summer . I'm going to graduate this summer . ," Where are you going to work then , in Australia or back in China ? " " Where are you going to work then , in Australia or back in China ? ", I'm planning to return to China after graduation . I'm planning to return to China after graduation . , Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad . Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country ? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad . ," Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment . " " Well , I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment . "," Yeah , China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country . " Will you send the letter to the chairman of the committee ? , I should be most delighted . I should be most delighted . ," Thank you , Mr . White . " " Thank you , Mr . White . ", Delighted I was able to help . "Hello . This is Mrs . Wilson . I'd like to buy a new car . Could you offer me a new type of the car , please ? "," Oh , Madam , buy what ? " " Oh , Madam , buy what ? "," A new car . And I've got a small family , two children , and I haven't got a lot of money and ... " " A new car . And I've got a small family , two children , and I haven't got a lot of money and ... "," Oh , oh , Madam , Madam , I'm afraid you have the wrong number . " " Oh , oh , Madam , Madam , I'm afraid you have the wrong number . ", Isn't this the car store ? Isn't this the car store ? , No . It's Mike's Sporting Goods . No . It's Mike's Sporting Goods . ," Oh , sorry . Do you know the number for a car store , then ? " " Oh , sorry . Do you know the number for a car store , then ? ", No . I don't . I suggest you look in the phone book . No . I don't . I suggest you look in the phone book . , I'm sorry to have bothered you . I'm sorry to have bothered you . , No problem . There's a big problem with my room . I'm in 507 . ," Would you tell me the nature of the problem , sir ? " " Would you tell me the nature of the problem , sir ? ", I have cockroaches crawling in my room . I have cockroaches crawling in my room . ," Perhaps you saw a silverfish , sir . " " Perhaps you saw a silverfish , sir . ", I've seen nine more cockroaches than I wanted to see . I've seen nine more cockroaches than I wanted to see . ," Sir , you haven't been drinking by any chance , have you ? " " Sir , you haven't been drinking by any chance , have you ? ", How dare you question my statement ! How dare you question my statement ! , Forgive me . You're 100 percent correct . Allow me to transfer you to my supervisor . May I take your order ? , I would like to have shelled shrimps with cashew nuts . I would like to have shelled shrimps with cashew nuts . , Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Strawberry cake as dessert , please . By the way , could you serve my main course without garlic and put less ginger in it . " " Strawberry cake as dessert , please . By the way , could you serve my main course without garlic and put less ginger in it . "," No problem , sir . " "Excuse me , sir . Can I look at your ticket ? ", Wait a minute . I am really sorry but I can't find it now . Wait a minute . I am really sorry but I can't find it now . , You must have left it somewhere . You must have left it somewhere . ," Maybe , what shall I do now ? " " Maybe , what shall I do now ? "," Well , I think you should pay upon arrival . " " Well , I think you should pay upon arrival . "," Well , I think that's the only thing I can do . " So how ’ s everything going for Christmas ? ," I ’ Ve got all the presents I need , and my family is working together to get all the food ready . That ’ s easy ; but I have another problem to deal with . " " I ’ Ve got all the presents I need , and my family is working together to get all the food ready . That ’ s easy ; but I have another problem to deal with . "," What ’ s that ? Don ’ t tell me you ’ Ve still got Christmas cards to write , it usually takes my wife a month to write all of ours . " " What ’ s that ? Don ’ t tell me you ’ Ve still got Christmas cards to write , it usually takes my wife a month to write all of ours . "," No , I did that a long time ago . It ’ s about telling my son the truth about Santa Claus . " " No , I did that a long time ago . It ’ s about telling my son the truth about Santa Claus . "," He still doesn ’ t know that Santa isn ’ t real ? How old is he , eight ? " " He still doesn ’ t know that Santa isn ’ t real ? How old is he , eight ? ", Yes . He ’ s never said anything so I never told him . But now that he ’ s getting older ... Yes . He ’ s never said anything so I never told him . But now that he ’ s getting older ... , You think it ’ s better that he should be told ? You think it ’ s better that he should be told ? ," Yes , he ’ s too old to believe in that type of things . And I ’ d rather tell him before the kids at school do . " " Yes , he ’ s too old to believe in that type of things . And I ’ d rather tell him before the kids at school do . ", That happened to my oldest girl . She became really upset when her classmates told her Santa wasn ’ t real . That happened to my oldest girl . She became really upset when her classmates told her Santa wasn ’ t real . , I can understand . I was lucky with my oldest ; she figured it out by herself and didn ’ t tell my son . I can understand . I was lucky with my oldest ; she figured it out by herself and didn ’ t tell my son . ," Well , when you tell him , be gentle . It ’ s hard for kids to find out something like that . " Is Stanley still singing that Elvis song ? He's really hogging the mike ! ," If I hear "" Love Me Tender "" one more time , I think I'm going to go crazy ! " " If I hear "" Love Me Tender "" one more time , I think I'm going to go crazy ! ", He sounds like a sick cow ! He sounds like a sick cow ! , Can we adjust the pitch a little ? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key . Can we adjust the pitch a little ? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key . , I already tried that . Nothing seems to help . I already tried that . Nothing seems to help . , Hey ! Where are you going ... ? What do you feel like eating this morning ? , I usually just have a bowl of cereal . I usually just have a bowl of cereal . , The most important meal of the day is breakfast . The most important meal of the day is breakfast . ," Yeah , but I don't usually have time to eat a big breakfast . " " Yeah , but I don't usually have time to eat a big breakfast . ", You can always make an easy breakfast . You can always make an easy breakfast . , What do you make ? What do you make ? ," All I make is oatmeal , toast , and some orange juice . " " All I make is oatmeal , toast , and some orange juice . ", That sounds pretty good . That sounds pretty good . ," I like it , and it's a fast meal . " " I like it , and it's a fast meal . ", That is a very quick meal to make . That is a very quick meal to make . , I can make it for you if you like . I can make it for you if you like . , Oatmeal and toast sounds good to me . Would you please wrap the shoes first ? I would like to buy a sweater . , Sure . Take your time . Sure . Take your time . , How much does the green one cost ? How much does the green one cost ? , $ 80 . $ 80 . , OK . I will take it as well . How much in all ? Open your suitcase please . ," Ok , here you are . " " Ok , here you are . ", Do you have anything do declare ? Do you have anything do declare ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . ", Any cigarettes ? Baker ? Any cigarettes ? Baker ? ," Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky . " " Yes , I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky . ", What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ? What is the white powder ? Are they drugs ? ," No , this is the medicine for the stomach . " " No , this is the medicine for the stomach . ", May I open one of those ? Let me taste it . May I open one of those ? Let me taste it . ," Yes , Sir , go ahead , here you are . " Can you tell Bob from Tom ? , How can I ? They're as alike as two peas in a pod . How can I ? They're as alike as two peas in a pod . ," Don't you notice that Bob has a mole on his face , but Tom does not . " " Don't you notice that Bob has a mole on his face , but Tom does not . ", You really have keen eyes . Would you and your wife care to come to our place and have tea with us some afternoon ? ," Why , that's very kind of you , Mrs . Johnson . I'm sure my wife will be glad to . " " Why , that's very kind of you , Mrs . Johnson . I'm sure my wife will be glad to . ", How about tomorrow afternoon ? How about tomorrow afternoon ? , Tomorrow afternoon would be fine . "This is a very good meeting , Liz . ", I am happy that we ’ Ve finally cleared up some problems . I am happy that we ’ Ve finally cleared up some problems . , I think we have . Is there anything else to discuss ? I think we have . Is there anything else to discuss ? ," No . That's all , I guess . " " No . That's all , I guess . "," Then let's call it a day , shall we ? " " Then let's call it a day , shall we ? ", All right . See you later . All right . See you later . , After a while . "Hi , there ’ s a problem with this stereo . I ’ d like to return it , please . ", What ’ s the problem ? What ’ s the problem ? , The tape player doesn ’ t work . The tape player doesn ’ t work . , O . K . Do you have your receipt ? O . K . Do you have your receipt ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . "," Thank you . Do you want your money back , or would you like to exchange it ? " " Thank you . Do you want your money back , or would you like to exchange it ? "," I think I ’ d like to just get another stereo , please . " " I think I ’ d like to just get another stereo , please . ", O . K . Here ’ s a receipt for store credit . Just take it back to the stereo section and one of our salesmen will help you . O . K . Here ’ s a receipt for store credit . Just take it back to the stereo section and one of our salesmen will help you . , Thanks a lot . Thanks a lot . , No problem . Thank you . Do you think Mr . Johnson is a good worker ? ," Just between you and me , I think he's lazy . " " Just between you and me , I think he's lazy . ", Haven't you ever seen him working late ? Haven't you ever seen him working late ? ," No , I haven't . " "Hi Joe . You've met my new assistant , right ? ", Emm ... yes . But I wasn't too impressed . I found her a little stuck up . Emm ... yes . But I wasn't too impressed . I found her a little stuck up . ," You are kidding , but she's so helpful . " " You are kidding , but she's so helpful . "," Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you . " " Tom ... you are her boss , you down . Of course , she's helpful to you . ", Come on . She's like that with everyone . Come on . She's like that with everyone . ," I don't think so actually . She never even says "" hello "" to me . " Look ! Allen has the mike ! , I thought he only liked to listen ? I thought he only liked to listen ? ," That was before he heard Stanley sing ! I guess he couldn't stand it anymore , so he decided to give it a try himself ! Allen has a really good voice ! He sounds like Enrique Iglesias ! " " That was before he heard Stanley sing ! I guess he couldn't stand it anymore , so he decided to give it a try himself ! Allen has a really good voice ! He sounds like Enrique Iglesias ! "," And he can move , too ! He dances like Ricky Martin ! " Just dab it all over your face and then take a look at the symbols that appear . ," Yeah ... hearts , stars and some weird looking things . " " Yeah ... hearts , stars and some weird looking things . "," Those are money bags , and they represent your financial situation . " " Those are money bags , and they represent your financial situation . "," So decode this for me , Madame Psycho . " " So decode this for me , Madame Psycho . ", That's Madame Psychic to you . That's Madame Psychic to you . , I'm waiting ... I'm waiting ... ," Well , you have three hearts — lucky in love tonight . Dress up and go on a date ! " "Hi , Nicole . Did you have a good weekend ? "," Yes , I did . But I feel tired today . " " Yes , I did . But I feel tired today . ", Really ? Why ? Really ? Why ? ," Well , on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis . Then on Sunday I hiked in the country . " " Well , on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis . Then on Sunday I hiked in the country . "," And I bet you studied , too . " " And I bet you studied , too . ", Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ? Yeah . I studied on Sunday evening . What about you ? ," Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV . " " Well , I didn't clean the house and I didn't study . I stayed in bed and watched TV . "," That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ? " " That sounds like fun , but did you exercise ? ", Sort of . I played golf on my computer ! I'd like to return this radio . , Okay . Do you have your receipt ? Okay . Do you have your receipt ? , I lost it . I lost it . ," I am sorry , but you need a receipt for a refund . " " I am sorry , but you need a receipt for a refund . ", But I purchased it yesterday . But I purchased it yesterday . , Perhaps you would like to talk to customer service . Perhaps you would like to talk to customer service . ," Well , that's a start , I guess . " " Well , that's a start , I guess . ", They're right upstairs . They're right upstairs . , That sounds good . I'll take the escalator . That sounds good . I'll take the escalator . , Good luck . I hope someone can help you . What's your new girlfriend like ? ," Katherine ? Well , she's good at languages . " " Katherine ? Well , she's good at languages . ", Does she know how to speak Spanish ? Does she know how to speak Spanish ? , She knows how to speak Spanish and Japanese . She knows how to speak Spanish and Japanese . , Wow ! ! ! Wow ! ! ! ," And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball . " " And she's good at sports , too . She knows how to play tennis and basketball . ", That's terrific ! That's terrific ! , But there's one thing she's not good at . But there's one thing she's not good at . , What's that ? What's that ? ," She's not good at remembering things . We have a date , and she's an hour late ! ! " "Excuse me , is there a table for 8 right now ? ", Let me see ... I am sorry the tables you want are booked . Let me see ... I am sorry the tables you want are booked . ," Well , since there are some small square tables , could we put two tables together ? " " Well , since there are some small square tables , could we put two tables together ? "," No problem , sir . Let me help you . " We are approaching the top of the mountain . , What a beautiful view we have here . What a beautiful view we have here . ," Yes , you can have a bird's-eye view of the whole city . " " Yes , you can have a bird's-eye view of the whole city . ", Wonderful . Will we have any free time there ? Wonderful . Will we have any free time there ? , Of course . We will stay there for half an hour and you can do your own business . "Hello , how can I help you today ? "," I would like to open a Current Account , please . " " I would like to open a Current Account , please . "," OK , please fill in a Deposit Slip . All you need to do is to write the amount here and your name over here , on this line . I'll take care of the rest . First , could I see some ID ? " " OK , please fill in a Deposit Slip . All you need to do is to write the amount here and your name over here , on this line . I'll take care of the rest . First , could I see some ID ? "," That's great , here you are . This is my passport . " "Take care , Peter . Don't run so fast . Are you tired ? "," Oh , yes . May I sit on the grass ? " " Oh , yes . May I sit on the grass ? "," No , you mustn't sit on the grass . Don't you see the notes ? " " No , you mustn't sit on the grass . Don't you see the notes ? "," Yes , I can see it . But what's on it ? " " Yes , I can see it . But what's on it ? ", It says ' Keep off the grass ! ' It says ' Keep off the grass ! ' ," Well , there's a bench under the tree . We can sit there . " " Well , there's a bench under the tree . We can sit there . ", Be careful . You can't smoke here . Be careful . You can't smoke here . , Why not ? Why not ? , Can't you see the notes there ? It says ' No smoking here ' . Can I help you ? ," Yes , I ’ m doing some research on Roman civilization . Do you have any books on the subject ? " " Yes , I ’ m doing some research on Roman civilization . Do you have any books on the subject ? ", These books over here are about ancient history . They might be helpful . These books over here are about ancient history . They might be helpful . , Can I check this one out ? Can I check this one out ? ," I ’ m sorry . It ’ s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ’ re welcome to look through it . " " I ’ m sorry . It ’ s for reference only , so it must stay in the library . But you ’ re welcome to look through it . ", Ok . And I ’ d like to check these books out . Ok . And I ’ d like to check these books out . , All right . They ’ re due back next Wednesday . All right . They ’ re due back next Wednesday . , Thanks for your help . Can I help you ? ," I'd like to have a look at your air conditioners . Hum , this one looks pretty good . " " I'd like to have a look at your air conditioners . Hum , this one looks pretty good . "," Yes , it ’ s this summer ’ s best-seller . " " Yes , it ’ s this summer ’ s best-seller . ", And what about your customer service ? And what about your customer service ? , We provide free delivery and installation . We provide free delivery and installation . , How long is the warranty ? How long is the warranty ? , It is two-year and covers parts and service . It is two-year and covers parts and service . , Very good . I ’ ll take it . Can you connect me to Mary . Smith Hotel room ? , Mrs . Smith has not checked in yet . Mrs . Smith has not checked in yet . , Can you leave a message for her to call her office ? Can you leave a message for her to call her office ? ," Yes , I'll see that she get the message when she checks in . " "Good morning , Mr.Jones ! "," Good morning , Miss Bell ! " " Good morning , Miss Bell ! ", Nice to see you again . Nice to see you again . , Nice to see you too . It's been a long time . Nice to see you too . It's been a long time . , How is everything ? How is everything ? ," Just fine , and you ? " " Just fine , and you ? "," Quite well , thank you . " " Quite well , thank you . ", Did you drive yourself to the airport ? Did you drive yourself to the airport ? ," No , I was driven by my husband . " " No , I was driven by my husband . ", Did someone meet you at the airport here ? Did someone meet you at the airport here ? ," Yes , thanks . " " Yes , thanks . ", Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ? Is this where we'll be holding the meeting ? ," No , the meeting will be held on the fourth floor . " "Nice to see you , Patrick . ", Bob ! I hear your team won the match . Bob ! I hear your team won the match . , Yeah . All of us tried our best . Yeah . All of us tried our best . , Congratulations ! I've just visited your showroom . You surely get a lot of fancy bedsheets . I like them very much . , I'm glad you like them . They are all made of silk . Here on display are all the most popular and favorite products . What items are you particularly interested in ? I'm glad you like them . They are all made of silk . Here on display are all the most popular and favorite products . What items are you particularly interested in ? , 20 is very colorful and feels nice . I'd like to start with it . Is it pure silk ? 20 is very colorful and feels nice . I'd like to start with it . Is it pure silk ? , Yes . It is the latest product and is highly recommended because of its fine design and quality . You certainly have an eye for good things . Yes . It is the latest product and is highly recommended because of its fine design and quality . You certainly have an eye for good things . , Thank you for saying that . But what's the unit price ? Thank you for saying that . But what's the unit price ? , Here is the catalogue and the price list . You can take a look . Here is the catalogue and the price list . You can take a look . , The price seems acceptable . Can you supply the bedsheets now if we order some ? The price seems acceptable . Can you supply the bedsheets now if we order some ? , No problem . No problem . , That's fine . Then let's sign a contract . "Shit , so crowded ! ", The radio said it's OK on this road . The radio said it's OK on this road . , Things change every minute . Things change every minute . , We have too many cars ! Taxi ! ," Where will you go , sir ? " " Where will you go , sir ? ", Friendship Hotel . Friendship Hotel . ," OK , it's not far from here . " " OK , it's not far from here . "," I have something important to do , can you fast the speed ? " " I have something important to do , can you fast the speed ? "," Sure , I'll try my best . Here we are . " " Sure , I'll try my best . Here we are . ", How much should I pay you ? How much should I pay you ? , The reading on the meter is 15 yuan . The reading on the meter is 15 yuan . ," Here's 20 yuan , keep the change . " " Here's 20 yuan , keep the change . ", Thank you very much . What would you like to drink ? , I'd like a coke . I'd like a coke . ," Forget about the coke . Let's drink some wine , shall we ? " " Forget about the coke . Let's drink some wine , shall we ? ", Okay . Okay . , What would you prefer ? Red wine or white ? What would you prefer ? Red wine or white ? , Red . "Are you okay , man ? You don ’ t look very well . "," Ugh , I feel terrible . I went out last night with Trevor , and things got a little out of hand . " " Ugh , I feel terrible . I went out last night with Trevor , and things got a little out of hand . "," Nice ! So , where did you guys go ? " " Nice ! So , where did you guys go ? "," We hit a couple of local bars , and met up with some friends . Everything was cool until Mike came along , and it turned out that it was his birthday yesterday ! " " We hit a couple of local bars , and met up with some friends . Everything was cool until Mike came along , and it turned out that it was his birthday yesterday ! ", Oh no ! Mike ’ s birthday is a drinkfest for sure ! Oh no ! Mike ’ s birthday is a drinkfest for sure ! , Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar ! Tell me about it ! We drank everything in the bar ! , Is that why you missed work today ? Is that why you missed work today ? , Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times . Yeah . I woke up this morning feeling really nauseous . I threw up like five times . , Www ! Www ! ," I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ’ m never gonna drink again ! " " I was so dehydrated that I drank like a gallon of water , and my head has been pounding all day . I swear , I ’ m never gonna drink again ! "," Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ’ s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go . " " Too bad man , tonight is Tracy ’ s going away party and she asked if you were gonna go . "," Oh , yeah . I ’ m there ! " Are there any scenic spots nearby ? , You can go to ZhongShan Park . You can go to ZhongShan Park . , Have you ever been there ? Have you ever been there ? , Yes . The scenery there is so breathtaking Yes . The scenery there is so breathtaking , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , of course . It's really worth visiting . " "Do you have any tissue , Eve ? I've used all mine . ", Here . Are you all right ? Here . Are you all right ? , Thanks . I am all right . It's just my nose . It must be an allergy . Do you have any aspirin ? I have a terrible headache . Thanks . I am all right . It's just my nose . It must be an allergy . Do you have any aspirin ? I have a terrible headache . , I don't have an aspirin . Perhaps you should go to a doctor . I don't have an aspirin . Perhaps you should go to a doctor . ," No , no . I am okay . It's the weather . It was warm and sunny this morning and now it's chilly and raining . " " No , no . I am okay . It's the weather . It was warm and sunny this morning and now it's chilly and raining . "," Really , John . I still think you should go to a doctor . You've been sneezing ever since you entered the office this morning . Why don't you take this afternoon off ? If you don't want to see a doctor , at least you can go home and have a good rest . " " Really , John . I still think you should go to a doctor . You've been sneezing ever since you entered the office this morning . Why don't you take this afternoon off ? If you don't want to see a doctor , at least you can go home and have a good rest . "," I can't . I am already behind the schedule . Besides , you know Mr . White . He would think that I was putting him on . " " I can't . I am already behind the schedule . Besides , you know Mr . White . He would think that I was putting him on . "," You didn't do anything but sneeze this morning , and you can't do anything this afternoon like this . Gee ! You've got a fever . " " You didn't do anything but sneeze this morning , and you can't do anything this afternoon like this . Gee ! You've got a fever . "," Do I ? Oh , no . " " Do I ? Oh , no . ", Listen to me . You go home now . I will call my doctor and have him go over . Ok ? Listen to me . You go home now . I will call my doctor and have him go over . Ok ? , What about Mr.White ? What about Mr.White ? , I'll handle him . Now go home . I'll call you after work . I'll handle him . Now go home . I'll call you after work . ," Thanks a lot , Eve . Goodbye . " What can I do for you ? , I'd like to have my hair cut . I'd like to have my hair cut . ," OK . This way , please . " " OK . This way , please . ", You look so busy . You look so busy . , We've particularly busy on Sunday . Please sit here . How do you wish it cut ? We've particularly busy on Sunday . Please sit here . How do you wish it cut ? , Short on both sides . Not so much in the middle . Short on both sides . Not so much in the middle . ," It's a long time since you had a haircut last time , isn't it ? " " It's a long time since you had a haircut last time , isn't it ? ", Yes . You are right . Yes . You are right . , How long ago ? How long ago ? , About two months . Hello ? ," Hi , Shelley . Have you had lunch ? " " Hi , Shelley . Have you had lunch ? ", Not yet . Not yet . , So shall we have lunch together ? I ’ d like to take you this time . So shall we have lunch together ? I ’ d like to take you this time . ," I ’ d like to , but I can ’ t . " " I ’ d like to , but I can ’ t . ", How come ? How come ? , I ’ Ve a lot of paper work to do right now . I ’ m behind schedule . I ’ Ve a lot of paper work to do right now . I ’ m behind schedule . , All right . Can we make it another time ? All right . Can we make it another time ? ," Sure , thanks . " " Sure , thanks . ", I ’ ll call you later . Bye . I ’ ll call you later . Bye . , Bye . "What about you , Emily ? Have you dated anyone recently ? "," I started to date someone recently , but it didn't work out . " " I started to date someone recently , but it didn't work out . ", That's too bad . What happened ? That's too bad . What happened ? , Well ... that's a long story . "If we employ you , what starting salary would you expect ? ", I'd like to start at 3000 yuan a month . I'd like to start at 3000 yuan a month . , I think your background and experience are worth the compensation . I think your background and experience are worth the compensation . , Does it include bonuses ? Does it include bonuses ? ," No , there are annual bonuses , one week paid vacation a year , and health insurance . " " No , there are annual bonuses , one week paid vacation a year , and health insurance . ", Very good . "Holly ? Holly Madison , is that you ? You look great ! You haven't changed a bit . ", Uh ... Andrew . Hello . I can't quite remember you . Uh ... Andrew . Hello . I can't quite remember you . , It's me . The D-man ! I sat behind you in English . Are you and Taylor still dating ? It's me . The D-man ! I sat behind you in English . Are you and Taylor still dating ? , Um ... we never were . We're just friends . Um ... we never were . We're just friends . ," Well , if you're not seeing anyone , maybe we could ... " " Well , if you're not seeing anyone , maybe we could ... "," ... I am seeing someone . This is Yi-jun , my ... " What should you do if you find out a man may has an illegal departure in exit control point ? , We can inform the department in charge and ask for revocation of passport . We can inform the department in charge and ask for revocation of passport . , What else do you need to keep him in temporary custody ? What else do you need to keep him in temporary custody ? , We need a detention warrant . "Mr . Reynolds ? Rick Murphy . I ’ m the accounting manager for Macmillan and Emory , Incorporated . ", Nice to meet you . How can I help you ? Nice to meet you . How can I help you ? , I would like to meet with you to discuss some discrepancies on our payroll account . I would like to meet with you to discuss some discrepancies on our payroll account . ," Certainly , Mr . Murphy . Could you come to my office this afternoon at 2:30 ? " I enjoy the folk song and dance show very much . , I'm glad you appreciate our folk music . But a live performance is much more interesting . I'm glad you appreciate our folk music . But a live performance is much more interesting . , I can't wait anymore . When does the performance start ? I can't wait anymore . When does the performance start ? , The show starts at 7 and is over at around 10 o'clock p . m . The show starts at 7 and is over at around 10 o'clock p . m . , ( After the show ) It's an excellent musical . The acting was very expressive and the songs and dancing were superb . ( After the show ) It's an excellent musical . The acting was very expressive and the songs and dancing were superb . ," I'm glad you enjoyed it . It's had long run , but the house has always been full . " " I'm glad you enjoyed it . It's had long run , but the house has always been full . ", What do you think of the leading actors ? What do you think of the leading actors ? , Personally I liked the main character . He was true to type . Personally I liked the main character . He was true to type . , You are a better judge . I don't know the play well enough . When will the campus recruitment of L'Oreal being this year ? ," According to their scheme , it will begin on September 10th . " " According to their scheme , it will begin on September 10th . "," It is really early , isn't it ? " " It is really early , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is much earlier than past years . " "I'd like to reserve a table for two , please . "," For what time , sir ? " " For what time , sir ? ", Around 8: 30 p . m . Around 8: 30 p . m . ," May I have your name please , sir ? " " May I have your name please , sir ? "," Yes , Anthony Fox . " " Yes , Anthony Fox . "," Mr . Fox , we'll hold the table for you for ten minutes . Please be sure to arrive before 8: 40 . " I'm more worried about snipers . , Snipers ? Snipers ? , Sniping is when someone makes a bid at the very last minute to steal something for a bargain price . Sniping is when someone makes a bid at the very last minute to steal something for a bargain price . , So you're afraid someone is going to snipe your Buddha ? So you're afraid someone is going to snipe your Buddha ? , I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction . I heard about a software program called turbid . It automatically submits a bid with just a few seconds to go in an auction . , Count me out . I can do without shills and snipers and turbo-bidders . Last trip was very terrible . I hope everything will be fine this time . Don ’ t blow it . , Trust me . Everything will go well . "Charles , have you finished your homework ? "," Not yet , Grandma , What's the matter ? " " Not yet , Grandma , What's the matter ? ", I want you to have a walk with me . I want you to have a walk with me . , I'll finish soon . I am having a hard time at my job . ," What's wrong , Julia ? " " What's wrong , Julia ? "," My colleagues quickly get promotions , while I always get sidelined . I don't know what to do anymore . " " My colleagues quickly get promotions , while I always get sidelined . I don't know what to do anymore . ", Don't give up so soon . Don't give up so soon . , But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy . But I don't know what else I can do . I am willing to work hard . Sometimes I make mistakes and the boss is not happy . , Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from . Mistakes are just a lessons to learn from . , Tell that to my boss . Tell that to my boss . , Do you know Abraham Lincoln ? Do you know Abraham Lincoln ? , Yes . Yes . ," He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States . " " He grew up poor in Kentucky and barely had a year of schooling , but he went on to become the President of United States . ", He was also assassinated because of his views . He was also assassinated because of his views . , He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit . He is known as American's greatest president . Do you know why ? Because he fought against slavery and secession at a time in history where others were too afraid to do anything . He succeeded because of his ambition and generous spirit . ," Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion . " " Well , if he can become president , then I can at least get a promotion . ", That's the spirit . Never give up on your dream . What can I help you with today ? , I need to check out this book . I need to check out this book . , Do you have your library card ? Do you have your library card ? , I don ’ t have one . I don ’ t have one . , Would you like to apply for one right now ? Would you like to apply for one right now ? , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , I ’ m going to need you to fill out the application . I ’ m going to need you to fill out the application . , All right . All done . All right . All done . ," All right , now please sign the back of the card . " " All right , now please sign the back of the card . ", Okay . I ’ Ve signed it . Okay . I ’ Ve signed it . , That ’ s all there is to it . That ’ s all there is to it . , Great . Now can I check out this book ? Wait for me 。 , Okay . Take your time . "Dad , how do you say this word ? "," Sword , say it ' sword ' . " " Sword , say it ' sword ' . ", What does this word mean ? What does this word mean ? , Look it up in the dictionary . Look it up in the dictionary . ," Dad , can you just tell me what it means ? I'm too lazy . " " Dad , can you just tell me what it means ? I'm too lazy . "," No , honey , go and read it . You'll learn . " What can I do for you ? ," My wife and I want to see the places of interest in Shenzhen , Guangzhou and Zhuhai . Can you arrange a tour for us ? " " My wife and I want to see the places of interest in Shenzhen , Guangzhou and Zhuhai . Can you arrange a tour for us ? ", How long would you like to stay In these cities ? How long would you like to stay In these cities ? ," Well , three days . " " Well , three days . "," There is a three-day package tour . You will have 3 full days in the cities . It is a general tour of the cities . The itinerary includes the places of interest such as Window of the World , China Folk Culture Village . Chen Clan Academy , Southern Yue Tomb , and Gongbei Market . " " There is a three-day package tour . You will have 3 full days in the cities . It is a general tour of the cities . The itinerary includes the places of interest such as Window of the World , China Folk Culture Village . Chen Clan Academy , Southern Yue Tomb , and Gongbei Market . ", That sounds good . How much is the tour ? That sounds good . How much is the tour ? , 200 yuan for each person . 200 yuan for each person . , What does it include ? What does it include ? ," It includes your air fare , your hotel accommodations and the meals . " " It includes your air fare , your hotel accommodations and the meals . "," Could we have you make all the necessary plane , hotel , and tour reservations ? " " Could we have you make all the necessary plane , hotel , and tour reservations ? ", Yes . we could do that for you . "Excuse me , young man ? "," Yes , ma ’ am ? " " Yes , ma ’ am ? ", Could you point me in the direction of the bank ? I ’ Ve lost my way . Could you point me in the direction of the bank ? I ’ Ve lost my way . ," Certainly , ma ’ am . Just take these stairs down to the first floor and turn left . You can ’ t miss it . " How did you spend the weekend ? , I went to a movie with my boyfriend . I went to a movie with my boyfriend . , Really ? How was it ? Really ? How was it ? ," It was great . The director took a lot of care while framing . They say be has good chance at winning the Oscar for best director . Also I like the actors , some really great new young actors . " " It was great . The director took a lot of care while framing . They say be has good chance at winning the Oscar for best director . Also I like the actors , some really great new young actors . "," Oh , yeah ? What's it about ? " " Oh , yeah ? What's it about ? "," Well , it's the classic love story between two people from conflicting backgrounds . But besides a beautiful story , the cinematography is great . There is some really dramatic footage . It's really quite a visual feast . And the soundtrack is moving . " " Well , it's the classic love story between two people from conflicting backgrounds . But besides a beautiful story , the cinematography is great . There is some really dramatic footage . It's really quite a visual feast . And the soundtrack is moving . ", Sounds pretty good . Is it a tragedy ? Sounds pretty good . Is it a tragedy ? , The ending is a bit of a surprise . I don't want to ruin it for you . The ending is a bit of a surprise . I don't want to ruin it for you . ," Oh , I like movies with surprise endings , although , sometimes they can be frustrating . Maybe I should invite my girlfriend to go next weekend . " " Oh , I like movies with surprise endings , although , sometimes they can be frustrating . Maybe I should invite my girlfriend to go next weekend . ", It would be a really good choice . The movie is very suitable for lovers to see together . I'm sure you won't regret it . "Here's your roast chicken , ma'am . ", Thank you . Thank you . ," Excuse me , waiter , could you bring me some barbecue sauce ? " " Excuse me , waiter , could you bring me some barbecue sauce ? ", Certainly . ( He brings her the sauce . ) Here you are . Can I get you anything else ? Certainly . ( He brings her the sauce . ) Here you are . Can I get you anything else ? ," I'm fine for now , thanks . " We ’ re going to the movies . Will you join us ? , I ’ m very sorry I can ’ t . I ’ m very sorry I can ’ t . , Why not ? Why not ? , I ’ m afraid I have some business to attend to . I ’ m afraid I have some business to attend to . , Then would you like to have lunch with us ? Then would you like to have lunch with us ? , I ’ d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now . I ’ d love to but I have to help John with his math problems right now . , Would you like me to give you a lift ? Would you like me to give you a lift ? ," No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there . " " No , thanks . His home is not far and I can walk there . ", Come on . It ’ s no trouble at all . Come on . It ’ s no trouble at all . ," Ok , thank you . " The stepmother was very wicked . She couldn't stand a happy smile on the boy's face . , And ? And ? , And she did her best to pull out the thorn in her flesh and the boy lost whatever made him happy . And she did her best to pull out the thorn in her flesh and the boy lost whatever made him happy . , Poor child ! "After this lunch , I haven ’ t got much green left . "," Poor Ben , your wife is too mean to you . She gives you so little money every time when you are out . " Do you have the time ? , It's ten thirty . What do you do in your spare time ? , During the weekend I often take the family out on short trips . During the weekend I often take the family out on short trips . , That sounds interesting . That sounds interesting . ," Yes , it helps me to relax . " " Yes , it helps me to relax . ", Do you have any hobbies ? Do you have any hobbies ? , I like to paint .  I like to paint .  , What kind of things do you paint ? What kind of things do you paint ? , Mainly seascapes . Mainly seascapes . , What kinds of sports do you like ? What kinds of sports do you like ? ," I like almost all sports , and I enjoy both playing and watching . I especially like tennis and mountain climbing . I was in the climbing club all through school . " "Good morning , Mr.Black . I am the new secretary . "," Good morning , Miss White . You are half an hour early . " " Good morning , Miss White . You are half an hour early . ", I don't want to make a bad impression . I don't want to make a bad impression . ," Come on over . This is your desk , and this is your time card . Be sure to clock in and out before and after you work . " " Come on over . This is your desk , and this is your time card . Be sure to clock in and out before and after you work . ", I will . I will . ," One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat . " " One more thing , keep your desk neat . It's the rule . There is no exception , even the art designers have to keep their desks neat . ", I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ? I'll keep that in mind . Does everything on the desk belong to me ? ," Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ’ ll have to return them to the company . " " Not belong . You can use them as long as you work here . When you quit , you ’ ll have to return them to the company . ", What's the extension number for my phone ? What's the extension number for my phone ? , The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that . The operator will put all your calls through . You don't have to worry about that . , Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ? Can I make personal phone calls during my office hours ? ," Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business . " " Of course you can . Every one has his personal matters to deal with more or less , but don't chat over the phone . What's more , don't let it hinder your work and the company's business . ", I understand . I understand . ," When you settle down , I'll show you around and introduce you to the department managers . " what date is it today ? , why ? why ? , look at the girls in the street . They all have bunch of flowers.Is it Valentine's Day ? look at the girls in the street . They all have bunch of flowers.Is it Valentine's Day ? ," Oh , yes ! I completely forgot about it . " " Oh , yes ! I completely forgot about it . ", did you have a fight with Jack ? did you have a fight with Jack ? ," no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ? " " no , but now he'll be in trouble . What's a boyfriend for ? To forget about Valentine's Day ? "," come on , dear ! You forgot it , too . " " come on , dear ! You forgot it , too . "," you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these "" big days "" , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable . " " you know , it's OK for a girl to forget these "" big days "" , but for a guy , to do that is unforgivable . ", is that your phone ? is that your phone ? ," oh , it's Jack . Excuse me . " " oh , it's Jack . Excuse me . ", wow ! good timing . wow ! good timing . , he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ? he asked me out to a dinner tonight . How about joining us ? , come on ! three's a crowd ! come on ! three's a crowd ! , so what ? so what ? , just go ! it's Valentine's Day ! I will take the coat . Do you receive checks ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Here you are . Please give me a receipt . Here you are . Please give me a receipt . ," Sorry , sir , you have to pay in the check-out counter . It's there . " " Sorry , sir , you have to pay in the check-out counter . It's there . "," OK , please wrap it for me first . " What ? What ’ s up ? , Our softball team is in the finals ! We ’ re playing the McGrath office on Saturday . Our softball team is in the finals ! We ’ re playing the McGrath office on Saturday . , Fantastic ! I ’ ll be there ! I have a problem with my cable . , What about it ? What about it ? , My cable has been out for the past week or so . My cable has been out for the past week or so . , The cable is down right now . I am very sorry . The cable is down right now . I am very sorry . , When will it be working again ? When will it be working again ? , It should be back on in the next couple of days . It should be back on in the next couple of days . , Do I still have to pay for the cable ? Do I still have to pay for the cable ? , We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down . We're going to give you a credit while the cable is down . ," So , I don't have to pay for it ? " " So , I don't have to pay for it ? "," No , not until your cable comes back on . " " No , not until your cable comes back on . "," Okay , thanks for everything . " " Okay , thanks for everything . "," You're welcome , and I apologize for the inconvenience . " Did you get your grades yet ? , Yeah . My whole GPA is screwed up now . Yeah . My whole GPA is screwed up now . , Why ? What happened ? Why ? What happened ? ," Well , I bombed my econ final and ended up with a 1.7 . " " Well , I bombed my econ final and ended up with a 1.7 . ", Ouch . You must be very disappointed . Ouch . You must be very disappointed . ," Well , it's my fault because I didn't study as much as I should have . " " Well , it's my fault because I didn't study as much as I should have . ", Why don't you re-take the class next year ? Why don't you re-take the class next year ? , That's what I plan on doing unless I keep screwing up . How did you do this semester ? That's what I plan on doing unless I keep screwing up . How did you do this semester ? , I didn't do that well either . I ended up with a 3.2 this semester . That drops my total GPA to 3.45 . I didn't do that well either . I ended up with a 3.2 this semester . That drops my total GPA to 3.45 . , My GPA is pretty similar to yours . I have a 3.1 now because of the stupid econ class . My GPA is pretty similar to yours . I have a 3.1 now because of the stupid econ class . , What was your GPA before this semester ? What was your GPA before this semester ? , I was sitting happy with a 3.4 . I was sitting happy with a 3.4 . , Why did it go down so much ? Why did it go down so much ? , Let's just say I screwed up more than my econ class . Let's just say I screwed up more than my econ class . , What happened to you ? What happened to you ? , I started playing starcraft and ended up wasting a lot of time . I started playing starcraft and ended up wasting a lot of time . , You better stop slacking off . You better stop slacking off . , You're right . I'm not going to play games during school anymore . I really don ’ t know how to teach my son . He's getting far above himself . , You should send him to the boarding school . He need a strict teacher . You should send him to the boarding school . He need a strict teacher . , Maybe you are right . I will discuss it with my wife tonight . "Ladies and gentlemen , our flight will be delayed for one hour due to the congestion of the airport . "," Excuse me , Miss.What did the announcement say ? " " Excuse me , Miss.What did the announcement say ? "," We'll be delayed for one hour , because the airport is very crowded . " " We'll be delayed for one hour , because the airport is very crowded . ", No kidding ! We'll miss the connecting flight . No kidding ! We'll miss the connecting flight . ," Oh , will you ? That's too bad.We ' re very sorry to cause you a lot of trouble . " " Oh , will you ? That's too bad.We ' re very sorry to cause you a lot of trouble . ", I really have to get to Paris by this evening.Would you please try to find any other available flight ? Don't you think it's nice out ? ," Yes , I think so too . " " Yes , I think so too . ", I think that it's going to rain . I think that it's going to rain . , I hope that it does rain . I hope that it does rain . , You like the rain ? You like the rain ? , The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it . The sky looks so clean after it rains . I love it . , I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner . I understand . Rain does make it smell cleaner . , I love most how it is at night after it rains . I love most how it is at night after it rains . , How come ? How come ? , You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains . You can see the stars so much more clearly after it rains . , I would love for it to rain today . I would love for it to rain today . , I would too . I've just been a little depressed lately . , What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , Nothing really . Nothing really . , Then just keep your chin up . Welcome to the International Business Department . How can I help you ? , Hello . I'm Ms Dawson from Lexington Software . I need to send these documents to Vietnam via L / C . Hello . I'm Ms Dawson from Lexington Software . I need to send these documents to Vietnam via L / C . ," No problem , I can do that for you right now . Have you checked the documents ? " " No problem , I can do that for you right now . Have you checked the documents ? "," I have , but I have never done this before so would it be possible for you to double check them ? " " I have , but I have never done this before so would it be possible for you to double check them ? "," Of course , that's all part of the service . " " Of course , that's all part of the service . "," Thank you . I don't think there should be any problems , but just to be sure ... " " Thank you . I don't think there should be any problems , but just to be sure ... "," Don't worry ; I'm sure it will be fine . If I do have any queries I'll call you , OK ? " " Don't worry ; I'm sure it will be fine . If I do have any queries I'll call you , OK ? ", That's fine . Thank you again . "If I understand the terms correctly , the length of the contract would be one year with a one-year option . Is that correct ? ", Do you mean the contract for equipment rental or the one for training ? Do you mean the contract for equipment rental or the one for training ? , I was under the impression that both contracts had the same terms . I was under the impression that both contracts had the same terms . , Yes and no . Let me see if I can clarify that . The terms are the same except that the contract for training has a clause that allows for the cancellation after the first six months . Yes and no . Let me see if I can clarify that . The terms are the same except that the contract for training has a clause that allows for the cancellation after the first six months . , Could you elaborate on that ? Could you elaborate on that ? , Sure . What I mean is that either side could cancel the training contract after the six months as long as it's in writing . Sure . What I mean is that either side could cancel the training contract after the six months as long as it's in writing . ," Let me see if I have that right . This contract is for six months of training , but if it isn't cancelled , continues for another six months . Is that right ? " " Let me see if I have that right . This contract is for six months of training , but if it isn't cancelled , continues for another six months . Is that right ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Okay , that's clear enough . Let's move on to the other terms . " Hello . Excuse me . , Yes . Can I help you ? Yes . Can I help you ? , Do you remember me ? I just had lunch here a half hour ago . Do you remember me ? I just had lunch here a half hour ago . , Of course I remember you . Of course I remember you . , I think I lost my wallet here . I think I lost my wallet here . ," Oh , no . Really ? I didn't see anything . " " Oh , no . Really ? I didn't see anything . ", Really ? You didn't find a wallet ? Really ? You didn't find a wallet ? ," No , I didn't . Would you like to go look by the table with me ? " " No , I didn't . Would you like to go look by the table with me ? "," Yes , I would . It's not here . And it's not on the floor.Has anyone sat at this table since we left ? " " Yes , I would . It's not here . And it's not on the floor.Has anyone sat at this table since we left ? ", No . It's been empty the whole time . No . It's been empty the whole time . , Hmm . I don't know how it could have happened . Hmm . I don't know how it could have happened . ," I remember , sir , that your friend took the bill.You didn't pay for the lunch yourself , did you ? " " I remember , sir , that your friend took the bill.You didn't pay for the lunch yourself , did you ? ", No . My friend did . No . My friend did . , Then are you sure you took your wallet out of your pocket while you were here ? Then are you sure you took your wallet out of your pocket while you were here ? ," No , I'm not sure . But I usually take out my wallet when I sit down.It ' s uncomfortable to sit on it . So I usually put it next to me on the table . " " No , I'm not sure . But I usually take out my wallet when I sit down.It ' s uncomfortable to sit on it . So I usually put it next to me on the table . ", Maybe you lost it before you came here . Or maybe you left it at home . Maybe you lost it before you came here . Or maybe you left it at home . , I don't think it's at home . I think I had it when I left the house.But what should I do ? I don't think it's at home . I think I had it when I left the house.But what should I do ? ," Well , the first thing you should do is make sure it's not at home.Then , if it isn't , you need to call your credit card companies and cancel your cards . Next , you need to replace whatever you lost , your driver's license , things like that . " " Well , the first thing you should do is make sure it's not at home.Then , if it isn't , you need to call your credit card companies and cancel your cards . Next , you need to replace whatever you lost , your driver's license , things like that . ", Should I call the police ? Should I call the police ? , You can if you want . But the police usually don't do anything about lost wallets . You can if you want . But the police usually don't do anything about lost wallets . , Hmm . I'll go home and check . Maybe you're right . Maybe it's at home . Hmm . I'll go home and check . Maybe you're right . Maybe it's at home . ," I'm sorry we couldn't find it , sir . " " I'm sorry we couldn't find it , sir . ", Thanks for your help . The hotel is full tonight . we will need to find a new place to stay . , Maybe it's just a blessing in disguise . I've been wanting to try a new place anyway . How did you do in the last quiz ? , I doubt if I can pass it . I doubt if I can pass it . ," Don't be so worried , You know Professor Robert is not too strict . " " Don't be so worried , You know Professor Robert is not too strict . "," But I often skip his classes , and he doesn't like me . " " But I often skip his classes , and he doesn't like me . ", I hope you'll do better in the final . I hope you'll do better in the final . ," I must , if I want to pass the course . " "So Emily , what do you like to do for fun ? ", I like to go to the movies . What do you do in your free time ? I like to go to the movies . What do you do in your free time ? , I also like going to the movies . I also like going to the movies . , Well that's great ! It's nice that we have something in common . I was inquiring about a bill that I never got . , Which credit card was the bill for ? Which credit card was the bill for ? , The bill was for my Master Card . The bill was for my Master Card . , That bill should have been mailed about two weeks ago . That bill should have been mailed about two weeks ago . , It never came in the mail . It never came in the mail . , My computer shows that it has already been mailed . My computer shows that it has already been mailed . ," I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ? " " I have not gotten my bill , so what should I do about that ? ", You should try contacting your post office . You should try contacting your post office . ," If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ? " " If it is the post office's fault , may I have an extension on my bill ? ", You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension . You'll have to prove it was their error ; then you can get an extension . , Thank you for all your help . Thank you for all your help . , You are very welcome . Have a good day . Nice to meet you . ," Nice to meet you , too . " " Nice to meet you , too . "," You are a graduate , right ? " " You are a graduate , right ? ", I recently graduated from college as an English major . I recently graduated from college as an English major . , So you don't have much related work experience . So you don't have much related work experience . ," Admittedly , I don't . But I still beg you to give me an opportunity , and I'm willing to learn with my best effort . " " Admittedly , I don't . But I still beg you to give me an opportunity , and I'm willing to learn with my best effort . "," Well , did you get any honors or rewards in college ? " " Well , did you get any honors or rewards in college ? ", I have got a Business English Certificate and a Certificate of TEM 8 . I have got a Business English Certificate and a Certificate of TEM 8 . , What about your computer skills ? What about your computer skills ? ," I got professional training in this field , and I believe I can fit the position well . " " I got professional training in this field , and I believe I can fit the position well . ", And anything else ? And anything else ? ," I have taken some courses in college , such as translation , business English , and so on . So I have a good mastery of both spoken and written English " " I have taken some courses in college , such as translation , business English , and so on . So I have a good mastery of both spoken and written English ", I see . I see . , Your approval would be my honor . Tom's dating your sister . , Are you sure ? This is 911 . , Send an ambulance fast ! My husband is having a heart attack ! Send an ambulance fast ! My husband is having a heart attack ! , Slow down and tell me your address . Slow down and tell me your address . ," I live on 1177 Oak lane in Smithfield . Oh , hurry , I don't know what to do ! " " I live on 1177 Oak lane in Smithfield . Oh , hurry , I don't know what to do ! ", An ambulance is on its way right now . They should be there any minute . Are you close to him right now ? An ambulance is on its way right now . They should be there any minute . Are you close to him right now ? ," yes , yes , he's right here by me . " " yes , yes , he's right here by me . ", Is he breathing ? Is he breathing ? ," Yes , he's breathing , but he's not conscious ! Oh , please hurry ! " Can I go to my room now ? ," Yes , the lift is just around the corner.You can go up first , and your luggage will be brought up straight away . " " Yes , the lift is just around the corner.You can go up first , and your luggage will be brought up straight away . ", Thank you . "Wow , this is drop-dead gorgeous . ", So no more regret now ? So no more regret now ? , Don't remind me of that . This would be the last time I cut any classes for a basketball game . Don't remind me of that . This would be the last time I cut any classes for a basketball game . , Come on . Don't be so hard on yourself . Enjoy your life . Come on . Don't be so hard on yourself . Enjoy your life . ," I just can't help it . Oh , look at Clive , he is really a big hit . They are definitely gonna win . " " I just can't help it . Oh , look at Clive , he is really a big hit . They are definitely gonna win . "," It's only seven minutes into the game , too early to cheer up . " " It's only seven minutes into the game , too early to cheer up . "," Come on , 18 points already , they are never gonna catch up . " " Come on , 18 points already , they are never gonna catch up . ", Who knows ! It's a long game . Look ! That was a really nice shot ! Who knows ! It's a long game . Look ! That was a really nice shot ! , Thay are coming back to narrow the gap . Thay are coming back to narrow the gap . ," Wait , that guy , I know him . He is just a bench warmer . " " Wait , that guy , I know him . He is just a bench warmer . ", A secret weapon . They'd better set up the defense now . A secret weapon . They'd better set up the defense now . , Clive is ready to explode . Keep your eyes open . Clive is ready to explode . Keep your eyes open . ," Oh , man ! I can't believe it . A slam dunk ! " " Oh , man ! I can't believe it . A slam dunk ! "," Good that he resembled his old , quick self . " Have we handed out all the water ? , Yes . So what else to do now ? Yes . So what else to do now ? , Nothing . The teacher said the only thing left was to get back all the disposable cups later . Nothing . The teacher said the only thing left was to get back all the disposable cups later . , I see . How do you like the game ? I see . How do you like the game ? ," Terrific . There is one girl said , It is the best game I've ever watched . " " Terrific . There is one girl said , It is the best game I've ever watched . ", Who do you think do better ? Who do you think do better ? ," Clive was really outstanding . Not only he put on a big show himself , but also he inspired the whole team . " " Clive was really outstanding . Not only he put on a big show himself , but also he inspired the whole team . ", Exactly . He is unbelievable . Exactly . He is unbelievable . ," On the other hand , I think the other team won everyone's respect . The leader said they could have crumpled at the beginning , but they just carried on and never lost their cool . " " On the other hand , I think the other team won everyone's respect . The leader said they could have crumpled at the beginning , but they just carried on and never lost their cool . ", They were really tough . They were really tough . , The thing I like most about them is that they did not play with a heavy heart even though at that time the odds seemed to be against them . The thing I like most about them is that they did not play with a heavy heart even though at that time the odds seemed to be against them . ," I can't agree more . Okay , time is up . Let's do the last thing . " What should I get Uncle Teddy ? , You could get him a tie . You could get him a tie . , Are you kidding ? That's the stupidest gift one can buy . I don't want to get a tie . Are you kidding ? That's the stupidest gift one can buy . I don't want to get a tie . , Why not ? Why not ? , Everybody gets men ties for Christmas . It's too boring . Everybody buys either ties or sweaters . I want a more unique gift . Everybody gets men ties for Christmas . It's too boring . Everybody buys either ties or sweaters . I want a more unique gift . ," Well , you can buy him a pet iguana then . " " Well , you can buy him a pet iguana then . ", That's a cool idea . At least it would be a surprise.But I'm afraid he wouldn't take care of it . That's a cool idea . At least it would be a surprise.But I'm afraid he wouldn't take care of it . ," He would think you were crazy , Caroline . " " He would think you were crazy , Caroline . "," Yes . An iguana is too strange for a gift , and a tie is too normal.So I have to find something halfway between . " " Yes . An iguana is too strange for a gift , and a tie is too normal.So I have to find something halfway between . ", How much do you want to spend ? How much do you want to spend ? ," Well , he was very good to me.He helped me edit my essay for the scholarship contest.So I want to spend at least 75 dollars . " " Well , he was very good to me.He helped me edit my essay for the scholarship contest.So I want to spend at least 75 dollars . "," Alright , I have an idea.You know he carries that conservative-looking briefcase every day . " " Alright , I have an idea.You know he carries that conservative-looking briefcase every day . ", Yes . Yes . ," Well , he isn't a lawyer , so I don't think he needs to have a briefcase like that . " " Well , he isn't a lawyer , so I don't think he needs to have a briefcase like that . ", What should he have then ? What should he have then ? ," I think he would appreciate having a very fine leather bag.But more like a workbag or shoulder bag.You know , not so hard and square like a briefcase . " " I think he would appreciate having a very fine leather bag.But more like a workbag or shoulder bag.You know , not so hard and square like a briefcase . ", I think that's a great idea . Men look great with that kind of bag.Where can we buy one ? I think that's a great idea . Men look great with that kind of bag.Where can we buy one ? , I don't think this mall has a leather goods store.So we have to go to State Street . I don't think this mall has a leather goods store.So we have to go to State Street . , Alright . We can go later then . Alright . We can go later then . ," We can buy something for Mom and Dad here , and then go buy Uncle Teddy's gift on State Street . " " We can buy something for Mom and Dad here , and then go buy Uncle Teddy's gift on State Street . ", Good plan . What should we get for Mom though ? Good plan . What should we get for Mom though ? , She said she wants one of those automatic foot massagers . I think they sell them at Sears . She said she wants one of those automatic foot massagers . I think they sell them at Sears . , Alright . We can go check at Sears and see if they have them.And what about Dad ? Alright . We can go check at Sears and see if they have them.And what about Dad ? , How about the iguana ? How about the iguana ? , I think it would be a great joke.But I know we'd have to take the iguana back . And the pet store might not let us.So why don't we get him something else ? Some clothes maybe . I think it would be a great joke.But I know we'd have to take the iguana back . And the pet store might not let us.So why don't we get him something else ? Some clothes maybe . , A tie ? A tie ? ," Oh , shut up about ties ! Forget about ties , why not ? " " Oh , shut up about ties ! Forget about ties , why not ? ", I was just kidding . "Hi , I was wondering if I could get my test results from the other day . "," Yes , I would like to schedule an appointment for you to come in and talk with me . " " Yes , I would like to schedule an appointment for you to come in and talk with me . ", Is something wrong with me ? Is something wrong with me ? ," No , sometimes the test results aren ’ t clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture . " " No , sometimes the test results aren ’ t clear and we need to do more to get a clearer picture . ", Can we talk about it now ? Can we talk about it now ? ," I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look . " " I would if I knew anything for sure , but I want to take a second look . ", When can I come and see you ? When can I come and see you ? ," You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you . " " You can come in this afternoon . If you would feel better , bring your husband with you . ", Now I know that something bad is up ! Now I know that something bad is up ! , Just relax . We will talk about it this afternoon . How do you think they could be ended ? , I don't think that there is any easy way . The United Nations could send peacekeepers into the country . At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate . I don't think that there is any easy way . The United Nations could send peacekeepers into the country . At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate . ," So , if the cause is poverty , there should be a program to make the country richer.If the problem is resources , share them . " " So , if the cause is poverty , there should be a program to make the country richer.If the problem is resources , share them . "," It sounds easy when you say it like that . In reality , it's harder to make peace between countries . " " It sounds easy when you say it like that . In reality , it's harder to make peace between countries . "," Yes , it is.One way to stop countries fighting is to cut off their financial support . Wars are very expensive . " What can I do for you ? , I would like to have a roll developed . I would like to have a roll developed . ," When do you need them , sir ? " " When do you need them , sir ? ", How about tomorrow morning ? How about tomorrow morning ? , No problem . Do you want 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 ? No problem . Do you want 3 x 5 or 4 x 6 ? , The 4 x6 will be OK . Thanks . The 4 x6 will be OK . Thanks . , And do you want the glossy or matted finish ? And do you want the glossy or matted finish ? , I prefer glossy . How much ? I prefer glossy . How much ? , You pay when you pick them up . I don't need a deposit for just one roll of film . You pay when you pick them up . I don't need a deposit for just one roll of film . , Thanks ! I am so glad I caught you at home . I need your help ! ," What's up , Robert ? " " What's up , Robert ? "," Cafe au lait , cafe latte , cappuccino , cafe mocha ... I can't keep them all straight ! " " Cafe au lait , cafe latte , cappuccino , cafe mocha ... I can't keep them all straight ! ", Slow down . What are you talking about ? Slow down . What are you talking about ? ," It's about a girl . No , an angel ! I'm going to the coffee shop where she works right now . " How do you do ? I ’ m Parker . , How do you do ? Mr . Barker . How do you do ? Mr . Barker . , Parker . Parker . ," Oh , Parker with a P ? " " Oh , Parker with a P ? "," Yes , with a P . " " Yes , with a P . ", Er ... I ’ m Barker . Er ... I ’ m Barker . , Barker ? With a B . Of course . Barker ? With a B . Of course . ," Yes , with a B . " " Yes , with a B . "," Won ’ t you come in , Mr . Barker ? " " Won ’ t you come in , Mr . Barker ? "," Thank you , Mr . Parker . " What are you typing there ? , I'm working on my resume . I'm working on my resume . , Really ? Did you find any information about a new job ? Really ? Did you find any information about a new job ? ," Yeah , I just got some good information off the internet . " " Yeah , I just got some good information off the internet . ", Great ! Do you think you have a chance at getting the job ? Great ! Do you think you have a chance at getting the job ? , I didn ’ t just find out about one job . There were several ones that looked good . I didn ’ t just find out about one job . There were several ones that looked good . , Maybe I should try looking on the web for work . Maybe I should try looking on the web for work . , Sure you have to be patient . But I think it ’ s much less trouble to sit in front of a computer than to go door to door or to make a lot of phone calls . Sure you have to be patient . But I think it ’ s much less trouble to sit in front of a computer than to go door to door or to make a lot of phone calls . , But there must be so many people who also see the advertisement for that job on the net . You might have no chance . But there must be so many people who also see the advertisement for that job on the net . You might have no chance . , How do you know if you don ’ t have a try ? Can I help you ? ," I'm looking for someone who works here , but I lost his business card . His name's Long or Sang or something like that . " " I'm looking for someone who works here , but I lost his business card . His name's Long or Sang or something like that . ", Chang ? Chang ? ," Yeah , that sounds right . " " Yeah , that sounds right . ", There are about twenty people named Chang who work here . What department ? There are about twenty people named Chang who work here . What department ? ," Let me think ... accounting , finance , something like that . " " Let me think ... accounting , finance , something like that . ", Eric Chang in accounting ? Eric Chang in accounting ? , That's him ! That's him ! , I'll call him and tell him you're here . I'll call him and tell him you're here . , I appreciate your help . I appreciate your help . , Would you like to have a seat over there ? It'll just be a minute . And can I have your name ? Would you like to have a seat over there ? It'll just be a minute . And can I have your name ? , Here's my card . Here's my card . , OK . I'll have him come up to get you . What are my choices for lunch ? , We have beef with rice and fish with noodles . Which would you like ? We have beef with rice and fish with noodles . Which would you like ? ," Fish with noodles , please . " " Fish with noodles , please . ", Would you care for coffee or tea ? Would you care for coffee or tea ? ," Coffee , please . " Hello . Is everything OK ? Can I help you ? ," Oh , wonderful ! You speak English ! I need to exchange this foreign currency . " " Oh , wonderful ! You speak English ! I need to exchange this foreign currency . ", That's no problem . Is it cash ? That's no problem . Is it cash ? ," It's Traveller's Cheques , is that possible ? " " It's Traveller's Cheques , is that possible ? "," Of course . If you could sign your name on the bottom line here , and write your address here . And please sign and date the back of every cheque and of course I'll need to see your passport . " " Of course . If you could sign your name on the bottom line here , and write your address here . And please sign and date the back of every cheque and of course I'll need to see your passport . "," Yes , right , certainly . Here you go . " How do you like your work ? ," The work is rather hard , but it's interesting . " " The work is rather hard , but it's interesting . ", What do you do ? What do you do ? , I work in a publishing house . How about you ? I work in a publishing house . How about you ? ," Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting . " " Mine isn't hard , but it's not interesting . ", What do you do then ? What do you do then ? , I'm a clerk in a shop . "As an experienced interviewer , could you tell me what kind of behavior the interviewer hates most ? "," Rudeness . You are not expected to sit down before being invited , and you shouldn ’ t throw yourself into the chair like you ’ re loading heavy baggage . " " Rudeness . You are not expected to sit down before being invited , and you shouldn ’ t throw yourself into the chair like you ’ re loading heavy baggage . ", And we should have good sitting posture . And we should have good sitting posture . , That ’ s right . The ideal posture for women is to put their legs together and lean to one side . This is especially important in summer . That ’ s right . The ideal posture for women is to put their legs together and lean to one side . This is especially important in summer . , Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ? Where should I put my overcoat and briefcase after entering the office ? ," Put it beside you . Don ’ t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ’ s desk . You've got long hair . Don ’ t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work . " " Put it beside you . Don ’ t pile your purses , briefcase and other belongings on the employer ’ s desk . You've got long hair . Don ’ t touch it while talking to the interviewer . It gives people the feeling that you cannot concentrate on your work . ", I think that ’ s the reason why Princess Diana ’ s hair style became so popular . I think that ’ s the reason why Princess Diana ’ s hair style became so popular . ," Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there . " " Also , if you are asked to sit beside the employer's desk , neither lean on it nor look at the documents there . "," I ought to respect other people ’ s privacy , as most Westerners do . " " I ought to respect other people ’ s privacy , as most Westerners do . "," As the saying goes , when in Rome , do as the Romans do . " the bathroom looks lovely . Did you redecorate it yourself or did you get someone in to do it for you ? , I did it myself . I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement . Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed . I ’ m sure I saved a lot of money by doing it mys I did it myself . I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement . Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed . I ’ m sure I saved a lot of money by doing it mys ," so , let ’ s see . You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls . You ’ Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries . The bath , shower and waterbasin are the sam " " so , let ’ s see . You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls . You ’ Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries . The bath , shower and waterbasin are the sam "," yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ’ t need to be replaced . " " yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ’ t need to be replaced . ", how long did it take you to do the tiling . how long did it take you to do the tiling . ," as I hadn ’ t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The " " as I hadn ’ t done it before , I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . The ", I think you ’ Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ? I think you ’ Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ? ," you ’ ll be lucky ! However , I ’ ll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself . " Excuse me ! Do you know of any hotel nearby ? , Yes.There are the Huangshan Hotel and Anshan Hotel nearby.And you can take a taxi to go there . Yes.There are the Huangshan Hotel and Anshan Hotel nearby.And you can take a taxi to go there . ," OK , I see . Thank you ! " " OK , I see . Thank you ! "," You're welcome ! By the way , you'd better booked in the Internet or the telephone next time and then you kow whether there are rooms available or not . " " You're welcome ! By the way , you'd better booked in the Internet or the telephone next time and then you kow whether there are rooms available or not . "," I see , thank you very much ! " It's your turn to go first . , I went first last time . I went first last time . ," No , Mary went first last time . " " No , Mary went first last time . "," Oh , Okay . " Hello.Is this ABC Rent-a-car Company ? ," Yes , speaking.May I help you ? " " Yes , speaking.May I help you ? ", This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls . I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border . This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls . I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border . , That's too bad.What kind of accident is it ? Are you all right ? That's too bad.What kind of accident is it ? Are you all right ? ," I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured.Will you call an ambulance and the police ? " " I'm all right , but my friend is seriously injured.Will you call an ambulance and the police ? "," OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened . " " OK . I'll do it right away , but tell me how it happened . ", I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left . "Are you doing the football pools , Brian ? "," Yes , I ’ Ve nearly finished , June . I ’ m sure we will win something this week . " " Yes , I ’ Ve nearly finished , June . I ’ m sure we will win something this week . "," You always say that , but we never win anything ! What will you do if you win a lot of money ? " " You always say that , but we never win anything ! What will you do if you win a lot of money ? "," If I win a lot of money , I shall buy you a mink coat . " " If I win a lot of money , I shall buy you a mink coat . ", I don ’ t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world . I don ’ t want a mink coat ! I want to see the world . ," All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful " " All right . If we win a lot of money , we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels . Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country . We will have a beautiful ", But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ? But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again . What will we do then ? ," If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again . " " If we spend all the money , we will try and win the football pools again . "," It ’ s a pleasant dream , but everything depends on if ! " "May , could you bring this note to Professor Li for me today ? "," Sure , no problem . Asking for leave again ? You have been absent from class five times this semester . " " Sure , no problem . Asking for leave again ? You have been absent from class five times this semester . ", I know . But attending Miss Li's class is just waste of time . No more than one third of her students will go to her class . I know . But attending Miss Li's class is just waste of time . No more than one third of her students will go to her class . , I agree that Miss Li doesn't teach so well . Most students either sleep or do other things in her class . I agree that Miss Li doesn't teach so well . Most students either sleep or do other things in her class . ," Yeah , my boyfriend plays the video game every time in class with me . Or I chat with my friends through text messages . " " Yeah , my boyfriend plays the video game every time in class with me . Or I chat with my friends through text messages . "," Fortunately her class is just an elective course , not as important as compulsory courses . " " Fortunately her class is just an elective course , not as important as compulsory courses . "," Right , so we must spare some time to attend selective courses . " " Right , so we must spare some time to attend selective courses . ", But isn't it too impolite to be absent ? But isn't it too impolite to be absent ? , What can I do ? I have things to do in Students ' Government . What can I do ? I have things to do in Students ' Government . ," Oh , I thought you just gave an excuse on this note . " " Oh , I thought you just gave an excuse on this note . ", Sometimes I will try various excuses . But this is my last time asking for leave . Or I will have a bad record . Sometimes I will try various excuses . But this is my last time asking for leave . Or I will have a bad record . ," Yeah , besides , your credit will be deducted . That is kind of serious . " " Yeah , besides , your credit will be deducted . That is kind of serious . ", I have been absented from many classes this semester just because of my work in the Students ' Government . I have been absented from many classes this semester just because of my work in the Students ' Government . , You can't write with one hand and draw with the other . You can't write with one hand and draw with the other . ," I am thinking about quitting my job in the student government . But before that , I must do my job . Bye . Don't forget about that note . " " I am thinking about quitting my job in the student government . But before that , I must do my job . Bye . Don't forget about that note . ", You can count on me . "Hello , is Jack there ? ", Speaking . Speaking . , Jack ! It ’ s Rose here . Jack ! It ’ s Rose here . ," Hi , Rose . How ’ s everything ? " " Hi , Rose . How ’ s everything ? "," Fine , thanks . I ’ m having several friends over for dinner this Saturday . And I was wondering if you have the time to join us . " " Fine , thanks . I ’ m having several friends over for dinner this Saturday . And I was wondering if you have the time to join us . ", Sounds good . What time do you want me to come ? Sounds good . What time do you want me to come ? , Is six o ’ clock okay ? It seems to me that you fall for good-looking guys . , Yeah . Yeah . , Why don't you date up a handsome guy and spend time together ? Why don't you date up a handsome guy and spend time together ? , I have found myself a date mate . I have found myself a date mate . , You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun . You must have a lot in common and a barrel of fun . ," A barrel of fun , of course . He often says that I'm a date bait . " "Mr.Chen , do you mind if I smoke ? "," I'm sorry , Mrs . Lin . We don't allow smoking in the office . " You don't look well at all . Are you sick ? ," Yes , I don't feel well today . " " Yes , I don't feel well today . ", How long have you been feeling like this ? How long have you been feeling like this ? , Since the day before yesterday . Since the day before yesterday . , How did you feel at the very beginning ? How did you feel at the very beginning ? , It began with a shiver then I perspired a great deal . It began with a shiver then I perspired a great deal . , I see . You've caught a bad cold . I'll give you a prescription . I see . You've caught a bad cold . I'll give you a prescription . , Thank you . Doctor . How do you spend your spare time ? Are you interested in sports ? ," I have many hobbies , I like almost all kinds of sports and I also like to listen to pop songs . " " I have many hobbies , I like almost all kinds of sports and I also like to listen to pop songs . ", Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? , I think I am extroverted . What can I do to help you ? ," I have some extra help with my project . What would you prefer to help me with , typing or xeroxing ? " " I have some extra help with my project . What would you prefer to help me with , typing or xeroxing ? ", I could do some typing for you . I could do some typing for you . , That is very kind of you to offer to do that . Can you start with the pages on the table ? That is very kind of you to offer to do that . Can you start with the pages on the table ? , Sure I will get to do that right now . Sure I will get to do that right now . , I like your positive attitude . How many years have you been employed here ? I like your positive attitude . How many years have you been employed here ? , I have worked here long time . I have worked here long time . , We have a really interesting project coming up . Would you want to join us on it ? We have a really interesting project coming up . Would you want to join us on it ? , I'm not sure . Let me think about it . I'm not sure . Let me think about it . , OK . I will mention how great you were about helping me today . I appreciate your help . "Well , I'm afraid I must be going now . I have no idea it was so late . ", Stay for dinner with us . Stay for dinner with us . ," I'm afraid I can't . I have a dinner party at seven tonight . You see , I am going to England the day after tomorrow . " " I'm afraid I can't . I have a dinner party at seven tonight . You see , I am going to England the day after tomorrow . "," Well , I won't keep you then . It was very nice of you to come to see me . " " Well , I won't keep you then . It was very nice of you to come to see me . ", It has been a pleasure . Goodbye . It has been a pleasure . Goodbye . , Goodbye . Thank you again for coming . Are there any interesting stories in the newspaper today ? , There are a few stories about natural disasters . There is a massive forest fire in Australia . It covers several square kilometers of land has destroyed many more square kilometers . There are a few stories about natural disasters . There is a massive forest fire in Australia . It covers several square kilometers of land has destroyed many more square kilometers . , Was it caused accidentally or naturally ? Sometimes it gets so hot that fires begin naturally in Australia and Africa . Was it caused accidentally or naturally ? Sometimes it gets so hot that fires begin naturally in Australia and Africa . ," Nobody knows at the moment , but it has been very hot there recently . The drought in Africa is causing starvation . Millions of people have migrated to try and find food . " " Nobody knows at the moment , but it has been very hot there recently . The drought in Africa is causing starvation . Millions of people have migrated to try and find food . ", What is the international community doing to help ? What is the international community doing to help ? , The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region . The European union has sent several plants with relief supplies . Several countries have sent soldiers to distribute food and medical supplies . Refugee camps have been set up across the region . , How many countries have been affected ? How many countries have been affected ? ," Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries . " " Six have been seriously affected , but the refugees are also migrating to several surrounding countries . ", I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in iran . I saw on the tv yesterday that there has been another earthquake in iran . , Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried u Yes . There have been a few there recently . They say that this one was not a big quake . The Iranians are dealing with it on their own . They have purchased some special equipment to find people buried u , Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ? Does the newspaper say anything about casualties ? ," So far , less than 20 people have died , but over 100 are in hospital . " "Are you being served , madam ? "," No . Um , do you carry any padded coat ? " " No . Um , do you carry any padded coat ? "," Yes , what size is in your mind ? " " Yes , what size is in your mind ? ", Small size . Small size . , Any particular brand ? Any particular brand ? ," Whatever . You know , I ’ m thinking of a gift for my mother . It ’ s her 60 birthday next Friday . Could you give me some advice ? You are the expert . " " Whatever . You know , I ’ m thinking of a gift for my mother . It ’ s her 60 birthday next Friday . Could you give me some advice ? You are the expert . "," How about this one ? It ’ s the latest design , simple but elegant . " " How about this one ? It ’ s the latest design , simple but elegant . ", Looks nice . How much do you charge ? Looks nice . How much do you charge ? , $ 100 . $ 100 . , That ’ s sheer robbery . I ’ m sure you can do better than that . That ’ s sheer robbery . I ’ m sure you can do better than that . , How much would you say ? How much would you say ? , $ 80 . "Well , I am a regular member of this club . ", Do you have to pay to join ? Do you have to pay to join ? ," Yes , membership fees vary depending on the club but usually they run into tens of thousands of dollars . " " Yes , membership fees vary depending on the club but usually they run into tens of thousands of dollars . "," Wow , that much ? Don't they have any public courses ? " " Wow , that much ? Don't they have any public courses ? "," Very few , unfortunately . " " Very few , unfortunately . ", How was your game today ? How was your game today ? ," Extremely good . I shot a 78 , including 5 birdies ! " " Extremely good . I shot a 78 , including 5 birdies ! ", Congratulations ! What's your normal handicap ? Congratulations ! What's your normal handicap ? , Ten . How did your game go ? Ten . How did your game go ? , My drives were terrible today . I kept slicing the ball into the roughs and sand traps . My drives were terrible today . I kept slicing the ball into the roughs and sand traps . , Maybe you can correct it by going to a driving range before you play again . What do you do in your spare time ? , I listen to music and read . I listen to music and read . , What kind of music do you like ? What kind of music do you like ? , I think I like classical music better . I think I like classical music better . ," Actually me , too . " I like NBA very much . , Did you watch NBA games before you came to the U . S . ? Did you watch NBA games before you came to the U . S . ? ," No , I didn't . " " No , I didn't . ", What a pity ! What a pity ! , Do you like NBA ? Do you like NBA ? ," Yes , of course . " " Yes , of course . ", Who do you like best of the NBA players ? Who do you like best of the NBA players ? , Kobe . Kobe . , So do I . So do I . ," Let's go to watch an NBA game tonight , shall we ? " " Let's go to watch an NBA game tonight , shall we ? ", That's fine . Look ! It fits you perfectly . It looks great on you and has your name on it . ," Really ? What about your opinion , Daniel ? " Did you hear something ? ," Oh , it is my cell phone ringing . I set it in the vibration mode . " " Oh , it is my cell phone ringing . I set it in the vibration mode . ", It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate . It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices . It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate . It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices . , You are right . Some ring tone is just terribly loud . You can hear it even in the next door . It is really a kind of distraction . You are right . Some ring tone is just terribly loud . You can hear it even in the next door . It is really a kind of distraction . , Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done . Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done . , Good idea . Would you mind answering a few personal questions ? , Of course not . Of course not . , OK . Does your present employer know that you are going to leave ? OK . Does your present employer know that you are going to leave ? , Yes . I gave her my resignation a few days ago . Yes . I gave her my resignation a few days ago . , Will she let you leave your present job ? Will she let you leave your present job ? ," Yes , I think she will . " " Yes , I think she will . ", Why do you want to leave your present job ? Why do you want to leave your present job ? ," Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay . " " Well , there are several reasons . I don't think my present job is suitable for me . That's the first reason . Secondly , your company has a good reputation . I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities . Last , frankly speaking , I wish to get higher pay . ", I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ? I appreciate you frankness . Do you know anything about our company ? , Yes . It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago . "Good afternoon , is there a vacant room here ? "," We are practically full up , but I will see . What do you want , a single room or a double one ? " " We are practically full up , but I will see . What do you want , a single room or a double one ? "," A single room , preferably with a bath . " " A single room , preferably with a bath . ", How long do you plan to stay ? How long do you plan to stay ? , For a week or so . For a week or so . , You can have a room on the second floor . You can have a room on the second floor . , I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night . I hope it's quiet . I hate noise at night . , I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard . I think you will find it quiet . It faces the courtyard . ," What is the rate , please ? " " What is the rate , please ? ", The current rate is 50 dollars per night . The current rate is 50 dollars per night . , What services come with that ? What services come with that ? ," A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday . " " A radio , a color television , a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room everyday . "," That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ? " " That sounds good . Well , do you give discount for a week or more ? "," Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more . " " Yes , we give 5 % discount for one week , 10 % for two weeks and more . ", All right . I will take a room for a week . All right . I will take a room for a week . ," Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up . " " Will you fill out this form , please ? The bellboy will show you up to your room . Your luggage will be brought right up . ", Can I get dinner here ? Can I get dinner here ? , We do serve dinner . We do serve dinner . , I see . "Waiter , bring me the menu , will you ? "," Just a moment , I'm coming . ( ten minutes later ) . Now , what would you like ? " " Just a moment , I'm coming . ( ten minutes later ) . Now , what would you like ? "," I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ? " " I'd like to see the menu . Would you get me one , please ? "," Yes , certainly . Here you are . " " Yes , certainly . Here you are . ", Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ? Thank you . Ah ! But this is in French . Would you mind giving me the English menu ? ," It's written in English too , in smaller print . There . " " It's written in English too , in smaller print . There . ", Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ? Thanks . I'll need a while to choose . Could you come back in a minute ? ," Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ? " " Right . ( five minutes later ) Now , what are you having ? "," I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ? " " I'm sorry , I haven't decided yet . Do you mind giving me a couple of minutes ? "," All right , but would you be so kind as to make up your mind soon ? We're very busy just now as you can see , sir . " We are willing to participate in the bid which you advertised in China Daily . Would you please tell me the detail of the tender conditions ? , You will receive the tender notice next month and you'll find the information . You will receive the tender notice next month and you'll find the information . , OK ! Our company is very interested in the tender . I am sure that we will do our best to win the bidding in building the factory . OK ! Our company is very interested in the tender . I am sure that we will do our best to win the bidding in building the factory . ," I believe your corporation will try your best and I understand fully your feeling , if your tender conditions proved be suitable for our general conditions of tender , we will accept your submission of tender . " " I believe your corporation will try your best and I understand fully your feeling , if your tender conditions proved be suitable for our general conditions of tender , we will accept your submission of tender . ", Maybe I have asking too many questions today . Maybe I have asking too many questions today . , That's all right . You can contact me later if you have other questions after you read the tender notice . That's all right . You can contact me later if you have other questions after you read the tender notice . ," Fine , thanks a lot . Bye ! " " Fine , thanks a lot . Bye ! ", Bye ! Can we talk ? , What about ? What about ? , I ’ m not too clear on some things about my lease . I ’ m not too clear on some things about my lease . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? , How many years is my lease for ? How many years is my lease for ? , In three years your lease will be up . In three years your lease will be up . , Can I move out before those three years ? Can I move out before those three years ? ," If you do , I will keep your deductible . " " If you do , I will keep your deductible . ", Why would you keep it ? Why would you keep it ? , I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract . I would keep it because you would be breaking our contract . , I get it now . I get it now . , I hope that I cleared things up for you . "Good morning , sir . Is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I would like to have a suit made to measure . " " Yes , I would like to have a suit made to measure . ", Sure . How do you like your suit ? Sure . How do you like your suit ? , I want a single breasted suit . Here is the cloth . Pasadena Traffic School . How can I help you ? , I would like to sign up for some classes . I would like to sign up for some classes . , What classes did you want to sign up for ? What classes did you want to sign up for ? , I need to take a driver's course . I need to take a driver's course . , You'll have to make an appointment . You'll have to make an appointment . , What do I need to make an appointment for ? What do I need to make an appointment for ? , You need an appointment so you can sign the papers . You need an appointment so you can sign the papers . ," All right , can I make an appointment right now ? " " All right , can I make an appointment right now ? ", When are you available ? When are you available ? , Can I make it for tomorrow at 9 Can I make it for tomorrow at 9 , I can schedule you for that day and time . I can schedule you for that day and time . , Thanks a lot . I'll be there tomorrow . "Good morning , how are you doing today ? "," I have been feeling pretty good , Dr . Smith . " " I have been feeling pretty good , Dr . Smith . "," So , I can see by your chart that you are here for your annual physical . " " So , I can see by your chart that you are here for your annual physical . "," Yes , I am playing on the tennis team this year , and they are requiring me to get a physical exam . " " Yes , I am playing on the tennis team this year , and they are requiring me to get a physical exam . "," We are basically going to check your heart , lungs , blood sugar levels , and eyes , ears , and nose . " " We are basically going to check your heart , lungs , blood sugar levels , and eyes , ears , and nose . ", I ’ Ve being kind of been having problems being out of breath . Can you look at that ? I ’ Ve being kind of been having problems being out of breath . Can you look at that ? ," Yes , I will check you for asthma , and maybe we can check you for allergies later . " " Yes , I will check you for asthma , and maybe we can check you for allergies later . ", Thank you . What will the blood test tell you ? Thank you . What will the blood test tell you ? ," We will be checking for blood sugar , cholesterol , and white blood cell count . " " We will be checking for blood sugar , cholesterol , and white blood cell count . ", I have been working hard to stay healthy . I hope the tests turn out well . "Hello , do you know anywhere that sells cheap cashmere sweaters ? ", Outlets have cheap cashmere sweaters . Outlets have cheap cashmere sweaters . , What a splendid idea ! What a splendid idea ! , Outlets usually give you great deals . Outlets usually give you great deals . , Thanks for helping me . Thanks for helping me . , You're welcome . "So Jen , what did you think of William ? Did you guys have a nice time on your first date ? "," Oh yeah , it was great ! He took me to an Italian restaurant and we had an amazing conversation . I told him about how many kids I want , and how my parents will be so excited to meet him . " " Oh yeah , it was great ! He took me to an Italian restaurant and we had an amazing conversation . I told him about how many kids I want , and how my parents will be so excited to meet him . ", You said all that on the first date ? Alright ... Well are you two going out again ? You said all that on the first date ? Alright ... Well are you two going out again ? ," Yeah ! I called him after I got home to arrange our next date , but unfortunately his grandma is sick so he has been busy every night visiting her in the hospital . " more and more Chinese are marrying foreigners . , that's true . But I have a low opinion of those women who go out with foreigners . that's true . But I have a low opinion of those women who go out with foreigners . ," oh , why ? " " oh , why ? ", I think some Chinese wone marry foreigners for money while others just want to live abroad . There is no true love between them . I think some Chinese wone marry foreigners for money while others just want to live abroad . There is no true love between them . , I wouldn't say that's totally true . I've met many happy intercultural couples . I wouldn't say that's totally true . I've met many happy intercultural couples . ," well , then why aren't there many East-West couples where the man is a Chinese and the woman is a Westerner ? " " well , then why aren't there many East-West couples where the man is a Chinese and the woman is a Westerner ? ", I guess it's because the Chinese women are more attractive to Western men . I guess it's because the Chinese women are more attractive to Western men . , or because they are less attractive to to Chinese men . or because they are less attractive to to Chinese men . , what do you mean ? what do you mean ? ," you know , usually the woman is in her thirties and she is a left girl . " " you know , usually the woman is in her thirties and she is a left girl . ", a left girl ? What's that ? a left girl ? What's that ? ," they're called that because they're left behind on the shelf . They're also known by their three H's---high diploma , high salary , and high degree . and they're also known as the three S's — single , " " they're called that because they're left behind on the shelf . They're also known by their three H's---high diploma , high salary , and high degree . and they're also known as the three S's — single , "," you have a point here , but I believe some mixed marriages are based on true love . " " you have a point here , but I believe some mixed marriages are based on true love . ", that ' for sure but very few . "Good morning , sir , can I help you ? "," Yes , I was wondering if you had the time to show me around this exhibition ? " " Yes , I was wondering if you had the time to show me around this exhibition ? "," I'd be glad to , sir . But may I ask what line of business you are in ? " " I'd be glad to , sir . But may I ask what line of business you are in ? ", I'm in the electrical appliances . I'm in the electrical appliances . , I see . Would you be interested in seeing the audio-visual products ? They are made by our company . I see . Would you be interested in seeing the audio-visual products ? They are made by our company . ," Thanks , they are rather attractive . But I think there is nothing better than seeing things In actual operation . " " Thanks , they are rather attractive . But I think there is nothing better than seeing things In actual operation . "," Yes , of course . Would you like to make an inspection tour of some factories ? " " Yes , of course . Would you like to make an inspection tour of some factories ? "," Yes , very much , if it wouldn't add inconvenience to you . First hand information is always more valuable than reading pamphlets . " " Yes , very much , if it wouldn't add inconvenience to you . First hand information is always more valuable than reading pamphlets . ", I'll make the arrangement and let you know the time tomorrow . I'll make the arrangement and let you know the time tomorrow . , That would be great . "Could you change this note for me , please ? ", Yes . How would you like it ? Yes . How would you like it ? ," Eight tens , six ones and large silver for others . " " Eight tens , six ones and large silver for others . "," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . ", Thanks . Thanks . , It's OK . I wish the teacher wouldn't make us read this book . , Yeah . It's boring . I'd rather read something more exciting . "David , I heard you lost your job . "," Yeah , you remember that assignment I wanted ? When I heard the manager had given it to someone else , I blew my top . So the manager fired me . " " Yeah , you remember that assignment I wanted ? When I heard the manager had given it to someone else , I blew my top . So the manager fired me . "," Well , that'll teach you to control your temper . " "I feel terrible sick , miss . I wonder if I could change my seat to the front part . ", Please wait a moment .. I am sorry right now there is no vacant seat . I have to ask . Please wait a moment .. I am sorry right now there is no vacant seat . I have to ask . , Thank you . Thank you . ," By the way , hold your bag in case you vomit . " What a mess ! , Sorry . I'll clean it up . "Hi Jane , you look great . ", You too . Have you lost some weight ? You too . Have you lost some weight ? ," Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it . " " Yes , I took off 4 kilos . I am glad you notice it . ", Not some crazy diet fat I hope . Not some crazy diet fat I hope . ," No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before . " " No no , I just changed my eating habits . I eat a balance meal . and I eat less than before . "," Good for you , keep it up . " "Besides , yours don't have side pockets like mine . ", Cool ! They're big ! What have you got in there ? Cool ! They're big ! What have you got in there ? , Just the necessities Just the necessities , Are you planning a trip to the Outback ? Are you planning a trip to the Outback ? ," No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight . " " No , but you never know when you'll need a flashlight . "," Well , my pants are very slimming . They're capris . " Are you going to helen ’ s birthday party on Friday evening ? , I wouldn ’ t miss it for the world ! It ’ s sure to be fun . She ’ s invited a lot of people . Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house ? I wouldn ’ t miss it for the world ! It ’ s sure to be fun . She ’ s invited a lot of people . Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house ? ," If everyone turned up , it would be a squeeze . But a few people said that they couldn ’ t go . So I think it should be OK ? " " If everyone turned up , it would be a squeeze . But a few people said that they couldn ’ t go . So I think it should be OK ? ", Are you taking anything ? Are you taking anything ? , I ’ Ve got her a birthday present and I ’ ll take a bottle fo wine too . I ’ Ve got her a birthday present and I ’ ll take a bottle fo wine too . , That ’ s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ’ s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ’ t mind too much . That ’ s a good idea . She told me that she had bought plenty of food and snacks . I think it ’ s going to be a noisy party . I hope her neighbors don ’ t mind too much . , Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ’ t be surprised if they went to the party too . Helen gets on very well with her neighbors . I wouldn ’ t be surprised if they went to the party too . , I ’ m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast ! I ’ m really looking forward to it . This party is going to be a blast ! ," Well , don ’ t be late . I ’ ll see you on Friday at helen ’ s . " "Hello . Can I talk to Miss Li , please ? ", I beg you pardon ? Miss who ? I beg you pardon ? Miss who ? , Miss Li . Li Lin . Miss Li . Li Lin . ," I'm sorry , but I don't know that name . You must have the wrong number . " " I'm sorry , but I don't know that name . You must have the wrong number . ", Come on . I know Li Lin is there . Let me talk to her . Come on . I know Li Lin is there . Let me talk to her . , Sorry . There's no one named Li Lin here . Are you sure you have the right name ? Sorry . There's no one named Li Lin here . Are you sure you have the right name ? , Sure . Sure . , What number are you trying to dial ? What number are you trying to dial ? , It's 423-6681 . Isn't it right ? It's 423-6681 . Isn't it right ? , No . It isn't . It's 423-6631 . No . It isn't . It's 423-6631 . , I'm sorry to have bothered you . "We're sorry , but we cannot allow your claim . ", Why not ? Why not ? , The material was not damaged by us . The material was not damaged by us . , We'll have to talk this over some more . Hello . I bought a China dress in your shop this morning . , Yes ? Yes ? , I bought it one size up by mistake . I bought it one size up by mistake . ," Oh , did you ? " " Oh , did you ? ", I wonder if you can change it to one size down . I wonder if you can change it to one size down . ," Yes , of course.Will you come with the receipt ? " " Yes , of course.Will you come with the receipt ? "," Then I'll come to your place later in the evening , and how late is your shop open ? " " Then I'll come to your place later in the evening , and how late is your shop open ? "," Until 8 o'clock , ma'am . We are looking forward to seeing you . " Mike's Mechanics . Can I help you ? ," Yes , how do I get to your shop from Chilin ? " " Yes , how do I get to your shop from Chilin ? "," Go straight up Zhongshan Road and you will see our sign on your right , after you pass the museum . " " Go straight up Zhongshan Road and you will see our sign on your right , after you pass the museum . ", Thank you very much . Did I do well on my driving test ? , You did a wonderful job . You did a wonderful job . ," So , I passed ? " " So , I passed ? "," Yes , you passed . " " Yes , you passed . ", Did I mess up on anything ? Did I mess up on anything ? , You did mess up on something . You did mess up on something . , What was that ? What was that ? , Your parallel parking isn't all that great . Your parallel parking isn't all that great . ," Yeah , that's pretty hard for me . " " Yeah , that's pretty hard for me . ", You just need a little more practice . You just need a little more practice . ," I know , but I still get my license , right ? " " I know , but I still get my license , right ? ", You got it . "Do you like this dress , madam ? "," I like the colour very much . It's a lovely dress , but it's too small for me . " " I like the colour very much . It's a lovely dress , but it's too small for me . ", What about this one ? It's a lovely dress . It's very smart . Short skirts are in fashion now . Would you like to try it ? What about this one ? It's a lovely dress . It's very smart . Short skirts are in fashion now . Would you like to try it ? , All right . I'm afraid this green dress is too small for me as well . It's smaller than the blue one . I don't like the colour either . It doesn't suit me at all . I think the blue dress is prettier . Co All right . I'm afraid this green dress is too small for me as well . It's smaller than the blue one . I don't like the colour either . It doesn't suit me at all . I think the blue dress is prettier . Co , I'm afraid I haven't got a larger dress . This is the largest dress in the shop . You look so tan and healthy ! , Thanks . I just got back from summer camp . Thanks . I just got back from summer camp . , How was it ? How was it ? , Great . I got to try so many things for the first time . Great . I got to try so many things for the first time . , Like what ? Like what ? ," I went sailing , fishing , and horseback riding . " " I went sailing , fishing , and horseback riding . ", I ’ m so jealous . I ’ m so jealous . , The counselors were so nice too . It was the best summer ever . Except for all those mosquitoes ! "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I want to book a plane ticket from Beijing to Shanghai . " " Yes , I want to book a plane ticket from Beijing to Shanghai . ", OK . Which day do you want to book ? OK . Which day do you want to book ? , The day after tomorrow . The day after tomorrow . , Which flight do you want ? Which flight do you want ? , I'd prefer a morning flight . I'd prefer a morning flight . , What about Flight 516 ? What about Flight 516 ? ," Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ? " " Book it for me , please . How much should I pay ? "," 1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ? " " 1 500 yuan . How will you pay for this , sir ? ", Credit card . Credit card . , OK . Here's your ticket . OK . Here's your ticket . , Thank you . "Cindy , how come nearly all the prime-time TV shows are comedies ? ", That's because Americans love sitcoms . That's because Americans love sitcoms . , Sitcoms ? Sitcoms ? ," Situation comedies . A sitcom is half an hour long and it airs weekly . Sitcom shows tend to be about ordinary people . If there is one thing that all the shows have in common , it is teaching wholesome values . " " Situation comedies . A sitcom is half an hour long and it airs weekly . Sitcom shows tend to be about ordinary people . If there is one thing that all the shows have in common , it is teaching wholesome values . "," In Taiwan , prime-time shows are an hour long and most of them aren't comedies . " " In Taiwan , prime-time shows are an hour long and most of them aren't comedies . ", I think Americans would rather laugh than cry or be scared in their free time . Welcome to Lincoln Bank . How may we be of service ? ," Hi . We'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account , please . " " Hi . We'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account , please . "," OK , do you have the relevant materials ? " " OK , do you have the relevant materials ? "," Yes , yes , we do . Right here . " " Yes , yes , we do . Right here . "," Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ? " " Right . You have a choice of account , we provide USD , HAD , JOY and GAP accounts . Which do you want to go for ? ", We will go for the US dollar account . We will go for the US dollar account . ," OK , I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted . " "Herman , why are you so excited ? ", I have met a beautiful girl . I have met a beautiful girl . , Have you fallen in love ? Have you fallen in love ? , Yes . At first sight . Yes . At first sight . , Can you describe the situation at that time ? Can you describe the situation at that time ? ," At that time her back was ramrod straight as she sailed by , her tone is best , neither over-passionate , nor too cold . " " At that time her back was ramrod straight as she sailed by , her tone is best , neither over-passionate , nor too cold . ", What's her outlook ? What's her outlook ? ," She was pretty , her hair was the color of rich dark chocolate , waving gently to her shoulders . Her complexion was clear and golden . " My friend Jane is very beautiful . , What's her figure ? What's her figure ? ," Perfect . And I like her charming eyes , too . " " Perfect . And I like her charming eyes , too . ", What's the color of her eyes ? What's the color of her eyes ? , Dark blue . Dark blue . , how old is she ? how old is she ? , Twenty . I've come to say good-bye . , When are you off ? When are you off ? , I'm flying home on Sunday afternoon . I'm flying home on Sunday afternoon . ," Well , good-bye . See you soon . " " Well , good-bye . See you soon . ", Please don't forget to say good-bye to the rest of the family for me . Roger ? I need figures for accounting . Have finished the calculations ? ," I ’ m just finishing now , ma ’ am . I ’ ll have them ready within the hour . " " I ’ m just finishing now , ma ’ am . I ’ ll have them ready within the hour . "," All right , thanks . " " All right , thanks . "," You ’ re welcome , ma ’ am . I ’ ll call you when they ’ re ready . " What is your major ? ," My major is Business Administration , I am especially interested in Marketing . " " My major is Business Administration , I am especially interested in Marketing . ", Which university are you attending ? Which university are you attending ? , I attended Suzhou University . I attended Suzhou University . , Have you received any degrees ? Have you received any degrees ? , Yes . I received my Bachelor degree in Business Administration . Yes . I received my Bachelor degree in Business Administration . , What course did you like best ? " Yes , I have studied in an English training program and a computer training program since I graduated from university . I am currently studying Finance at a training school . "," English and computer skills are comparatively important to this post , especially in the starting period . Wharfs your ability in these two fields ? " " English and computer skills are comparatively important to this post , especially in the starting period . Wharfs your ability in these two fields ? "," I passed college English Test Band - 4 , with good skill in listening , speaking , reading and writing . I haven't got any certificate of computer skills , because I don ’ t think certificates are necessary if what's needed is merely operating a computer . I think , to know how to use a computer is more important . And I'm quite familiar with Microsoft Office " "Waiter , can I have the bill please ? ", Wait a moment . It's $ 30 . Wait a moment . It's $ 30 . , We'd prefer separate checks . We'd prefer separate checks . ," OK , one with the apple pie pays $ 18 and the other $ 12 . " "Hello , ABC Company . Can I help you ? "," Yes , of course . I am calling to apply for a job as an accountant . " " Yes , of course . I am calling to apply for a job as an accountant . ", Can you name some courses you completed ? Can you name some courses you completed ? ," Sure . The main courses I took included commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic accounting , and so on . " Do you have wool socks ? , Yes . We have socks made of various materials . These socks are of imported wool . Yes . We have socks made of various materials . These socks are of imported wool . , Can you guarantee the quality ? Can you guarantee the quality ? ," Yes , absolutely . " " Yes , absolutely . ", Where are the panty-hose ? Where are the panty-hose ? ," Here . We have black , white and transparent panty-hose here . " "Hi , Mary , I didn't see you at work this morning . Are you all right ? "," Oh , I feel miserable . I've got a bad cold , My head is dizzy and my nose is running . " " Oh , I feel miserable . I've got a bad cold , My head is dizzy and my nose is running . "," Oh , I'm so sorry to hear that . Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines ? " " Oh , I'm so sorry to hear that . Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines ? "," As a matter of fact I have , The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two.He ' s prescribed me some tablets . " " As a matter of fact I have , The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two.He ' s prescribed me some tablets . ", Are you feeling better ? Are you feeling better ? ," Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work . " " Yes , it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work . "," Do you need anything , grocery ? " " Do you need anything , grocery ? "," Oh , no , I'm fine.My refrigerator is piled up with food.But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read . " " Oh , no , I'm fine.My refrigerator is piled up with food.But if it's not too much trouble for you . I'd like something to read . "," Sure , I'll get it for you.Books or magazines ? " " Sure , I'll get it for you.Books or magazines ? ", I'd like both . This blouse is a special offer today . You can have it at 10 % off the regular price . ," It's nice , but still too expensive . Can you give me a 20 % discount ? " " It's nice , but still too expensive . Can you give me a 20 % discount ? ", No . 10 % is my last word . No . 10 % is my last word . ," Come on . Let's split the difference , 15 % . " I am starving . , Let's go get something to eat . Let's go get something to eat . , Is there somewhere you wanted to go eat at ? Is there somewhere you wanted to go eat at ? , We can always go to the cafeteria and eat . We can always go to the cafeteria and eat . , I haven't eaten there before . I haven't eaten there before . , The food there is pretty good . The food there is pretty good . , What kind of food do they serve ? What kind of food do they serve ? , You can get whatever you want at the cafeteria . You can get whatever you want at the cafeteria . , I have a taste for Chinese food . I have a taste for Chinese food . , They have really good chow mein . They have really good chow mein . ," Okay , let's go to the cafeteria . " " Okay , let's go to the cafeteria . ", It'll be fine . Do you know Sally ? , Sally . She is a bachelor girl . She is an excellent designer . Many of the company's advertisements are her child trains . Sally . She is a bachelor girl . She is an excellent designer . Many of the company's advertisements are her child trains . , Why is she still single ? She must have a face that would stop clock . Why is she still single ? She must have a face that would stop clock . ," Oh , quite the other way round . She is a knock-out . She devotes much of her time to her career . " "Can I talk to you for a moment , manager ? "," Yes , of course . What is it ? " " Yes , of course . What is it ? ", I've decided to leave . I've decided to leave . , Leave ? Why ? Leave ? Why ? , I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different . I've worked here for two years . And I want to do something different . , What do you mean by something different ? What do you mean by something different ? , I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language . I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language . , I'm really sorry . But I understand . I'm really sorry . But I understand . ," Thank you , manager . " That is what we are pursuing . , We look forward to a further extension of our pleasant business relations . We look forward to a further extension of our pleasant business relations . , A meeting will be arranged to negotiate the relevant stuff . A meeting will be arranged to negotiate the relevant stuff . , That will be good . The Mountains would be a great place for the company retreat . , That's a wonderful choice . That's a wonderful choice . , I have chosen January as the month for this retreat . I have chosen January as the month for this retreat . , January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays . January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays . ," Yes , maybe another choice might be better . " " Yes , maybe another choice might be better . ", I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains . I think that April would work . Spring is a lovely time to be in the mountains . , Thank you for thinking of that . Thank you for thinking of that . , Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer . Maybe if we asked around we could see what people would prefer . , That is a good idea . That is a good idea . , I'll take care of taking the survey and get back to you with the answers . "I love slim girls , don ’ t you ? ", Not particularly . I like fat girls . Not particularly . I like fat girls . ," And I like a girl with good skin , do you ? " " And I like a girl with good skin , do you ? ", I can ’ t say I do . What I like a girl with good manners . I can ’ t say I do . What I like a girl with good manners . ," Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure . " " Well , yes . But surely you like a girl with a nice figure . ", Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality . Yes . But I like a girl with a nice personality . ," But you like a girl to be rich , surely ? " " But you like a girl to be rich , surely ? ", Not particularly . I like a girl to be good . Can I collect unemployment benefits ? , Are you still working ? Are you still working ? , My employer cut back on my hours . My employer cut back on my hours . ," If you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours , you may qualify . " " If you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours , you may qualify . ", Do I definitely get to collect unemployment ? Do I definitely get to collect unemployment ? ," Not all jobs pay into unemployment insurance , so their employees cannot collect benefits . " " Not all jobs pay into unemployment insurance , so their employees cannot collect benefits . ", How do I check out my status to collect unemployment ? How do I check out my status to collect unemployment ? , You should have noticed unemployment insurance being deducted from your paycheck . Check your pay stubs . You should have noticed unemployment insurance being deducted from your paycheck . Check your pay stubs . , How much will my unemployment check be ? How much will my unemployment check be ? ," The more money you made , the more you will earn on unemployment . They have a formula . " Good day . Is this the Business Centre ? , It is . What can I do for you ? It is . What can I do for you ? , I want to make a deposit . I want to make a deposit . , Would that be a Fixed Deposit or a Current Deposit ? Would that be a Fixed Deposit or a Current Deposit ? ," A Current Deposit , please . " " A Current Deposit , please . "," We have various different types of Current Deposit , the Variable Term Deposit , a Notice Deposit and the Usual Current Deposit . Which would you like ? " " We have various different types of Current Deposit , the Variable Term Deposit , a Notice Deposit and the Usual Current Deposit . Which would you like ? "," Arm ... just the usual , Current Deposit please . " " Arm ... just the usual , Current Deposit please . "," OK , just a moment . I'll find the relevant data and help you with that . " "Tom , is Jenny crying ? ", Can you take he away from me ? Can you take he away from me ? , I ’ m just coming for that . I ’ m just coming for that . , She kept on bothering me . She kept on bothering me . , She ’ s your sister.What she asked was only duck soup for you.Why can ’ t you be good to her ? She ’ s your sister.What she asked was only duck soup for you.Why can ’ t you be good to her ? ," But I am her brother , not her servant . " How's work ? , The same as usual . Who's that old lady trimming the trees ? , She's my grandma . She's my grandma . , She's looks very healthy.How old is she ? She's looks very healthy.How old is she ? , 92 . John got a heart attack last night . , Oh really ? Is he all right ? Oh really ? Is he all right ? ," Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time . " " Not so good , though his nephew took him to hospital in time . ", Poor old John ! I am ever so sorry . I guess you should know that you need to be hospitalized . , Of course I know . Of course I know . , Now you can go to the in-patient department to go through the admission procedures . Now you can go to the in-patient department to go through the admission procedures . ," OK . I'll go right now . By the way , do you think I ’ ll have to stay in the hospital for long ? " " OK . I'll go right now . By the way , do you think I ’ ll have to stay in the hospital for long ? ", It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation . It's hard to say . It depends on your recovery condition . But you need to stay for at least one day for observation . ," Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye . " " Thank you , Doctor . I will go now . Bye-bye . ", Bye ! "Hi , the lab said that you would be getting my test results in today . ", I like you to come in and discuss some further tests that I would like to run . I like you to come in and discuss some further tests that I would like to run . , I think that this is a bad sign . I think that this is a bad sign . ," For now , I would like to run a few more tests to look into some of the problems that you mentioned . " " For now , I would like to run a few more tests to look into some of the problems that you mentioned . ", Why wouldn ’ t you tell me over the phone ? Why wouldn ’ t you tell me over the phone ? ," If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck . " " If there is any question about test results , we always do a recheck . ", I need to come in right away . I need to come in right away . ," I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along . " " I would be happy to see you this afternoon . If you are feeling upset , please bring a friend or relative along . ", You are scaring me ! You are scaring me ! , Come on in this afternoon and we will talk . It will be fine ! This man looks very handsome.Is he married ? ," Sure.He has already married , a father of two boys . " " Sure.He has already married , a father of two boys . "," Oh , I can't believe it.He looks very young . " " Oh , I can't believe it.He looks very young . ", He took the picture when he was only 21 years old . He took the picture when he was only 21 years old . , I see . Does anyone mind me turning on the air conditioning ? It's hot in here . ," Actually , I prefer if you didn't . Air conditioning makes me sneeze . " " Actually , I prefer if you didn't . Air conditioning makes me sneeze . "," All right . I'm opening the window , though , is that OK ? " " All right . I'm opening the window , though , is that OK ? "," Oh , sure . It's very stuffy in here . " Is it possible that I have a business trip abroad and work in American once in a while ? , Yes . We are a foreign-invested company and there are many chances to go abroad . Yes . We are a foreign-invested company and there are many chances to go abroad . , Is there any training program for the employees to make a further study ? Is there any training program for the employees to make a further study ? ," Sure . We attach great importance to the all-round development of the staff , and the development of individuals will motivate them to work more diligently and efficiently . " It's very cold tonight ! , Can I get you another blanket ? Can I get you another blanket ? ," 0h , that would be nice of you . " " 0h , that would be nice of you . ", I'll turn the heat up . I'll turn the heat up . ," Yes , please do that . " Won't you have some of this ? ," Yes , thanks . " " Yes , thanks . ", It's my grandmother's favorite recipe for barbecue . It's my grandmother's favorite recipe for barbecue . , It's very good . How do you make it ? It's very good . How do you make it ? , I use a special dressing and homemade catsup . I use a special dressing and homemade catsup . , This salad looks so nice-just right for a hot day . This salad looks so nice-just right for a hot day . , I'm glad you like it . I'm glad you like it . , You Americans usually have nutritious food . You Americans usually have nutritious food . ," Oh , but Chinese food is so delicious . I wish I knew how to cook Chinese food . Do you follow recipes ? " " Oh , but Chinese food is so delicious . I wish I knew how to cook Chinese food . Do you follow recipes ? ", We use different spices but few people use recipes . They learn to cook by experience . We use different spices but few people use recipes . They learn to cook by experience . , I always use a recipe but my grandmother never did . She was a great cook . She would make clam chowder and cornbread every Sunday night . That is the most beautiful sunset ! , Let's stop the car and enjoy it for a minute . Let's stop the car and enjoy it for a minute . , Here is a good place . Let's get out . Here is a good place . Let's get out . , Wow . We don't get to see this in the city ! Wow . We don't get to see this in the city ! , Mother Nature is quite an artist . Mother Nature is quite an artist . , Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink ! Look behind us at the mountains ! They're reflecting pink ! , Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere ! Amazing . The sun is almost gone and yet there is still color everywhere ! , Where is our camera ? Let's see if we can catch this on film ! What's up ? You sound a little down in dumps . , I quarreled with my roommate last night . He is really stubborn . I quarreled with my roommate last night . He is really stubborn . , Calm down ! Shouting won ’ t help ? Calm down ! Shouting won ’ t help ? , He is really outrageous . He is really outrageous . , What happened ? What happened ? ," I went back home last night . You know tired as a dog , so I took a quick shower and went to bed . I couldn't fall asleep , because Brian was there in the living room , playing his stupid stereo so loud . I kindly told him to turn that down a little bit . He shouted at me . " " I went back home last night . You know tired as a dog , so I took a quick shower and went to bed . I couldn't fall asleep , because Brian was there in the living room , playing his stupid stereo so loud . I kindly told him to turn that down a little bit . He shouted at me . ", What ? He can't do this to you . What ? He can't do this to you . ," Well , he did it anyway . Then he came into my room and shot all his shit blah blah blah ... you know . " " Well , he did it anyway . Then he came into my room and shot all his shit blah blah blah ... you know . ", What did you do ? What did you do ? , I shouted it back of course . I shouted it back of course . ," Hold it , Mike . You won't accomplish anything by hollering at him , right ? You worked it all up till now . Why not wait until you cool down a bit ? " " Hold it , Mike . You won't accomplish anything by hollering at him , right ? You worked it all up till now . Why not wait until you cool down a bit ? ", What would you do if you were in my shoes ? What would you do if you were in my shoes ? ," Just stay cool . You know . When you get back home tonight , tell him that you didn't mean to quarrel with him . " " Just stay cool . You know . When you get back home tonight , tell him that you didn't mean to quarrel with him . "," No way , Kate . I mean it's just not my fault . " " No way , Kate . I mean it's just not my fault . "," I know . It wouldn't hurt much to say sorry first . And after that , you can casually mention the problem . I am sure he will cooperate . " " I know . It wouldn't hurt much to say sorry first . And after that , you can casually mention the problem . I am sure he will cooperate . ", I am too angry to do that . There's a question I'm not sure whether it is suitable to ask . , You know that I have no secrets toward you . You know that I have no secrets toward you . ," When you go dinner with John , who foots the bill ? " " When you go dinner with John , who foots the bill ? ", Why asking that ? It's often the sort of Dutch treat . "Good morning , can I have your ticket , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , Thank you . Would you like a window or an aisle seat ? Thank you . Would you like a window or an aisle seat ? ," An aisle seat , please . " Who ’ s that ? , It ’ me . Susan Taylor It ’ me . Susan Taylor ," Oh , please come in . nice to see you . " " Oh , please come in . nice to see you . "," On , what ’ re you doing ? You look as busy as a bee . " " On , what ’ re you doing ? You look as busy as a bee . "," Yeah , I ’ m trying to decorate my house . " " Yeah , I ’ m trying to decorate my house . "," Really , that ’ s cool . Let me see what you ’ Ve done . " " Really , that ’ s cool . Let me see what you ’ Ve done . ", But actually it ’ s not done yet . I ’ m going to get a special pendent lamp . But actually it ’ s not done yet . I ’ m going to get a special pendent lamp . ," That ’ s all right . Let me see , oh , that lace looks so unique , and it ’ s so creative to make a picture display here . How did you get that idea ? " " That ’ s all right . Let me see , oh , that lace looks so unique , and it ’ s so creative to make a picture display here . How did you get that idea ? ", It ’ s just a simple decorating . I just want to add my personality to my living space . "Hello , james . Come in . go through to the living room . ", Hi Kate ... thanks ... wow ! Look at all the furniture . You must spent a fortune on it ! I love your new three-pieces suite . Hi Kate ... thanks ... wow ! Look at all the furniture . You must spent a fortune on it ! I love your new three-pieces suite . , I told you that I had been saving up money to buy some new furniture and do some redecorating . I finally saved enough and did everything at once . I told you that I had been saving up money to buy some new furniture and do some redecorating . I finally saved enough and did everything at once . , Good for you ! You ’ Ve got new curtains too . That ’ s a very nice shade of blue . This sofa is very comfortable . I could sit on it all day ! Good for you ! You ’ Ve got new curtains too . That ’ s a very nice shade of blue . This sofa is very comfortable . I could sit on it all day ! , Do you like my carpet ? Be honest ! Tell me what you really think . Do you like my carpet ? Be honest ! Tell me what you really think . ," To be honest , it looks like your old carpet . Is it really new or did you just have your old cleaned ? " " To be honest , it looks like your old carpet . Is it really new or did you just have your old cleaned ? "," Well spotted ! I actually had it cleaned twice , because it was so dirty . The rug is new . You remember my trip to china ? Well , I bought is there . " Do you think this blouse really suits me ? , Sure.It ' s just right . Sure.It ' s just right . , Not too tight in the waist ? Not too tight in the waist ? , No ! It's a perfect fit ! "Hi , Maggy , Did you hear about David ? "," About David , No , I didn ’ t hear anything . " " About David , No , I didn ’ t hear anything . "," You know , about David and new boss . " " You know , about David and new boss . "," Sorry , I don ’ t quite follow you . " " Sorry , I don ’ t quite follow you . "," Well , I hear David have been fired . " " Well , I hear David have been fired . "," Oh , that is a shame . He is really hard working . " Does your chicken taste all right ? ," The chicken tastes wonderful , but it is kind of dry . Is your fish OK ? " " The chicken tastes wonderful , but it is kind of dry . Is your fish OK ? ", My fish has good seasoning but is a little dry . My fish has good seasoning but is a little dry . , It seems as if they got busy and left it sitting before it got to us . It seems as if they got busy and left it sitting before it got to us . ," Yes , maybe they are short-handed in the kitchen tonight . " " Yes , maybe they are short-handed in the kitchen tonight . ", Are your vegetables a little mushy ? Are your vegetables a little mushy ? , The vegetables seem to not be very fresh . The vegetables seem to not be very fresh . ," Mine aren't so good , either . " " Mine aren't so good , either . "," I usually enjoy the meals here , so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is something wrong with this meal . " " I usually enjoy the meals here , so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is something wrong with this meal . ", I think that we should let someone know . They will probably want to fix the problem . "When can I have your firm C . I . F . prices , that is to say , the final offer , Mr . London ? ", We ’ ll have them worked out by this evening and let you have them tomorrow morning . Would you be free to come by then ? We ’ ll have them worked out by this evening and let you have them tomorrow morning . Would you be free to come by then ? , Yes . I ’ ll be here tomorrow morning at 10 . Yes . I ’ ll be here tomorrow morning at 10 . , Perfect . Our offer remains open for 3 days . Perfect . Our offer remains open for 3 days . ," I don ’ t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away . " " I don ’ t need that long to make up my mind . If your prices are agreeable and if I can get the commission I want , I can place the order right away . ", I ’ m sure you ’ ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ’ t changed much . I ’ m sure you ’ ll find our price most favorable . Elsewhere prices for hardware have gone up tremendously in recent years . Our prices haven ’ t changed much . ," I ’ m glad to hear that . As I ’ Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you . " " I ’ m glad to hear that . As I ’ Ve just said , I hope to conclude some substantial business with you . "," We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ? " " We shall be very pleased . Is there anything else I can do for you , Mrs . Anderson ? ", I ’ m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ? I ’ m buying for chain department stores in Canada . They are also interested in Egyptian carpets . Could you introduce me to the person in charge of this line ? ," Certainly , I ’ ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation . " " Certainly , I ’ ll make an appointment for you with Mr . Jordan of the Egypt National Native Produce and Animal By-products Import and Export Corporation . ", Thank you very much . Is the lake very polluted ? ," Well , I wouldn't swim in it - but the water is much cleaner than it was a few years ago . " " Well , I wouldn't swim in it - but the water is much cleaner than it was a few years ago . ", Are local factories allowed to discharge waste water into the lake ? Are local factories allowed to discharge waste water into the lake ? ," Yes , but it must be treated in an effluent treatment plant first . " "Hi , Steven , take a seat ! How are things at work ? "," It's coming along well , but it is a little delayed . " " It's coming along well , but it is a little delayed . ", Can you finish it on time ? Can you finish it on time ? , I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me . I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me . ," OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay . " " OK , I will send Beker to help you . We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay . "," OK , we promise to do it well . " Do you have any certificates on computer ? ," Yes . I have ACRE ( National Computer Rank Examination ) certificate , Rank II . " " Yes . I have ACRE ( National Computer Rank Examination ) certificate , Rank II . ", How did you get it ? How did you get it ? , I failed in my computer course once and I made up my mind to learn it well . Then I made painstaking preparation for 3 months and I finally got it . Good morning . What seems to be the problem ? ," Good morning , doctor . I feel terrible . I ’ Ve god a cold and I have a rash here on my neck . I ’ m not sleeping well either . What do you think the problem could be ? " " Good morning , doctor . I feel terrible . I ’ Ve god a cold and I have a rash here on my neck . I ’ m not sleeping well either . What do you think the problem could be ? ", I ’ d say you ’ Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ? I ’ d say you ’ Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason . Have you been taking anything for your cold ? ," Yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ’ s . I ’ Ve been taking it for three days . " " Yes , I bought some medicine at the chemist ’ s . I ’ Ve been taking it for three days . "," Good . I ’ m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest . " " Good . I ’ m going to prescribe something stronger . It will make you feel drowsy , so you certainly should rest . ", OK . I can afford to take a few days off work . OK . I can afford to take a few days off work . , Have you been working hard recently ? Have you been working hard recently ? ," Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ’ s done now , so I can relax a little . " " Yes , I have . I had to get a project finished . It ’ s done now , so I can relax a little . "," Good . Let ’ s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ’ m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ’ t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ? " " Good . Let ’ s take a look at that rash ... it looks worse than it is . I ’ m going to prescribe some ointment for it . If the rash doesn ’ t clear up in a few days , come back and see me . Do you have any other symptoms ? "," I have a bad headache , but ... " " I have a bad headache , but ... "," Don ’ t worry about that . It ’ s probably of the stress you ’ Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ’ t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ’ d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription . " " Don ’ t worry about that . It ’ s probably of the stress you ’ Ve been under . Just take some aspirin . Combined with the stronger cough medicine , it will make you feel very tired . You shouldn ’ t work or use any equipment which requires concentration . If I were you , I ’ d just sleep , read a book , or watch TV . Here is your prescription . ", Thanks doctor . I ’ ll get these immediately . Goodbye . How much is the rent ? , The rent is $ 1500 per month . The rent is $ 1500 per month . , And how much is the deposit ? And how much is the deposit ? , The deposit is $ 500 . "Excuse me , can you do me a favor ? ", Sure . Sure . , Where's the busiest street of this city ? I am a stranger here . Where's the busiest street of this city ? I am a stranger here . , You mean the seventy seventh ? It's not far from here . You can walk there . You mean the seventy seventh ? It's not far from here . You can walk there . ," Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ? " " Well , we are so tired today . Can you tell me which bus I should take ? ", Bus No . 12 . Bus No . 12 . , Thank you so much . You would be using mainly English in this job . Do you think you could manage ? ," Yes , I am sure I can . " " Yes , I am sure I can . ", Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ? Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English ? ," Yes , I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English . " " Yes , I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English . ", Do you think you can make yourself understood in English with ease ? Do you think you can make yourself understood in English with ease ? ," Yes , I think I can in ordinary circumstances . " " Yes , I think I can in ordinary circumstances . ", Do you think you can speak English quite fluently ? Tell me about your English education . Do you think you can speak English quite fluently ? Tell me about your English education . ," Yes , I think I speak English quite fluently . I got a high score on TOEFL . I majored in English in college . " What a wonderful game ! ," Yes , the weather is wonderful , the game is wonderful and the players are wonderful . " " Yes , the weather is wonderful , the game is wonderful and the players are wonderful . ", I think John is the best player on the field . I think John is the best player on the field . , He certainly is . He is the Peckham in our collage . He certainly is . He is the Peckham in our collage . ," Maybe he shouldn ’ t come to collage , he should become a football star . " I need help . I think my arm is broken . , Alright . Have you been to this hospital before ? Alright . Have you been to this hospital before ? ," No , I haven't . I need help quick . It hurts really badly . " " No , I haven't . I need help quick . It hurts really badly . ", I understand . It's good you came to the emergency room . I understand . It's good you came to the emergency room . , Let me see a doctor . Let me see a doctor . ," I'm sorry , sir . You will need to wait at least a short time.We are very busy tonight . There was a big car accident on Highway 106 . " " I'm sorry , sir . You will need to wait at least a short time.We are very busy tonight . There was a big car accident on Highway 106 . ", I thought this was the emergency room . I thought this was the emergency room . ," It is . But unless you are critically injured , you still need to wait.You aren't bleeding , are you ? " " It is . But unless you are critically injured , you still need to wait.You aren't bleeding , are you ? ", No . Only a little . I fell off my porch . No . Only a little . I fell off my porch . ," Oh , that's terrible . Is it your right arm or your left arm ? " " Oh , that's terrible . Is it your right arm or your left arm ? ", My left arm . My left arm . , Can you fill out this form then ? Can you fill out this form then ? ," No , I can't . I'm left-handed . " " No , I can't . I'm left-handed . ", That's very inconvenient for you then.You ' ll probably have a cast on your left arm . That's very inconvenient for you then.You ' ll probably have a cast on your left arm . , Yes . But why do I have to fill out a form anyway ? This is the emergency room . Yes . But why do I have to fill out a form anyway ? This is the emergency room . ," Yes , it is . But even in emergency rooms there is some paperwork to be done.Have you ever been in an emergency room before ? " " Yes , it is . But even in emergency rooms there is some paperwork to be done.Have you ever been in an emergency room before ? ", No . Just let me see a doctor . I'm worried about my arm . No . Just let me see a doctor . I'm worried about my arm . ," Be brave , sir . It won't be long . I will fill out the form for you . What is your name ? " " Be brave , sir . It won't be long . I will fill out the form for you . What is your name ? ", Steve Schliessman . S C H L I E S S M A N . Steve Schliessman . S C H L I E S S M A N . , Alright Steve . Your social security number ? Alright Steve . Your social security number ? , 349-95- 8821 . 349-95- 8821 . , Do you have medical insurance ? Do you have medical insurance ? ," Yes , I do . Blue Cross . " " Yes , I do . Blue Cross . ", Do you have your insurance card with you ? Do you have your insurance card with you ? ," No , I don't . " " No , I don't . "," Well , you can call it in later . You can phone us . " " Well , you can call it in later . You can phone us . ", Can I sit down now ? Can I sit down now ? , First I need to get your address . Try to move your arm as little as possible . Hi ! Tom . Want to go to play bowling tonight ? , Sounds good . When and where shall we meet ? Sounds good . When and where shall we meet ? , Let me see . How about 6:30 at the gate of the club ? Let me see . How about 6:30 at the gate of the club ? ," Fine , see you then . " "Good morning , Miss . ", Good morning . Could you tell me where I can find the Clothing Department ? Good morning . Could you tell me where I can find the Clothing Department ? , On the left of the elevator of the 3rd floor . On the left of the elevator of the 3rd floor . , I ’ d like to buy a woolen vest for my grandpa . I ’ d like to buy a woolen vest for my grandpa . , I ’ m sure you can find your favorite there . I ’ m sure you can find your favorite there . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , It ’ s my honor . Uh ... that's Greek to me . , That means they have tapered legs . That means they have tapered legs . ," Well , mine are baggy . They're the kind of pants you can lounge around in . " " Well , mine are baggy . They're the kind of pants you can lounge around in . "," Mine are , too . " " Mine are , too . ", So maybe we shouldn't go out after all . So maybe we shouldn't go out after all . , Yeah . Let's just lounge around ! "Hello , madam . How do you like your staying here ? "," Quite good . Excuse me , are there any places of interest ? " " Quite good . Excuse me , are there any places of interest ? "," Yes , there are so many near our hoteI.Three blocks away from here , there is temple . It's famous for its building and paintings.lt ' s worth visiting . " " Yes , there are so many near our hoteI.Three blocks away from here , there is temple . It's famous for its building and paintings.lt ' s worth visiting . ", Thank you . I think today we will go there . I really enjoyed that film ! What about you ? ," So did I . At first , I thought it was going to be boring , but then it turned to be good . " " So did I . At first , I thought it was going to be boring , but then it turned to be good . ", What part of the film do you like best ? What part of the film do you like best ? ," Well , the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most . " " Well , the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most . "," I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears . " " I loved it , too . To tell you the truth , I even dropped tears . "," Actually , tears also came to my eyes . " " Actually , tears also came to my eyes . ", It has got this year's Oscar Award . It has got this year's Oscar Award . , It deserves it . The film gave us a lot of inspiration . John has some trouble in his life . , I hear that his father died . I hear that his father died . ," Yeah . He ’ s been having an easy time since he was a boy , and now he doesn ’ t know how to face the music . " " Yeah . He ’ s been having an easy time since he was a boy , and now he doesn ’ t know how to face the music . ", He is out of luck . How are your parents these days ? ," Oh , they're fine , still very active and enjoying their retirement . " " Oh , they're fine , still very active and enjoying their retirement . "," Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Please give my best regards to them when you're home . " " Oh , good . That's nice to hear . Please give my best regards to them when you're home . "," Sure , thank you . " I'm so hungry ! Can you buy me a burrito ? , I don't have any money to buy you a burrito . I don't have any money to buy you a burrito . , Please ? I haven't eaten anything all day . Please ? I haven't eaten anything all day . ," Look , I only have money to buy myself a burrito . " " Look , I only have money to buy myself a burrito . "," I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow ! " " I'm so hungry , I could eat a whole cow ! "," If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ? " " If you're so hungry , why don't you ask someone else for money ? "," I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then . " " I get paid on Friday , I'll pay you back then . "," Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat . " " Well , I guess on Friday , then you can eat . ", That's pretty messed up . That's pretty messed up . , Why don't you just go home and eat ? Why don't you just go home and eat ? , I don't want to go all the way home just to eat . I don't want to go all the way home just to eat . ," Well , I guess you're out of luck . " "May , look , what's that in the cage ? ", Don't you know that ? It's panda . Don't you know that ? It's panda . , Of course I know . I just can't see it very well . Of course I know . I just can't see it very well . ," OK , then put on your glasses , and do you know what does the panda eat ? " " OK , then put on your glasses , and do you know what does the panda eat ? "," Of course , Bamboo ! " " Of course , Bamboo ! ", That's right . That's right . , I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship . I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship . , You sound quite knowledgeable . You sound quite knowledgeable . ," Not really , panda is my favorite animal . " " Not really , panda is my favorite animal . "," Actually , it likes milk too . " " Actually , it likes milk too . "," Any way , in a word , panda is our friend . " " Any way , in a word , panda is our friend . ", Do you know other famous animals in the world ? Do you know other famous animals in the world ? ," Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous . " " Yeah , let me think , the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous . "," That's right . OK , let's move on . " May I see your passport please ? , Here is my passport . And this is the declaration form . Here is my passport . And this is the declaration form . , What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ? What is the purpose of your visit to the United States ? , Business . I have a trade convention I'm attending in Chicago . Business . I have a trade convention I'm attending in Chicago . , This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ? This visa is good for two weeks . Do you intend to stay longer than that ? , No . I will fly back twelve days from now . No . I will fly back twelve days from now . , And you will do some traveling while you are here ? And you will do some traveling while you are here ? ," Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit . " " Yes , I want to spend a couple days in New York . I have friends there I will visit . "," What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ? " " What do you have in the bag , Mr . Lee ? "," Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books . " " Just my cameras , my clothes , and some books . ", You're not carrying any food with you today ? You're not carrying any food with you today ? , No . No . ," Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ? " " Okay , Mr . Lee . This is just a routine check . Would you mind opening the bag for me ? ", Alright . "OK , Mr . Wu . You may come in . I'm Anne Smith and on my right , my colleague , Anna Duncan , and on my left , Angela Lamb . Do please sit down . "," Thank you . Good afternoon Mrs . Smith , Miss Duncan , Miss Lamb . " " Thank you . Good afternoon Mrs . Smith , Miss Duncan , Miss Lamb . ", Your English is fluent . Your English is fluent . , Thank you . Thank you . , How do you think of the weather today ? How do you think of the weather today ? , I don't like the weather like this . Cold and rainy . Hope it become sunny as soon as possible . "Hey , Devi , have you thought about where would you like to go to dinner on Friday for your birthday ? ", I am not sure . I don't know that many restaurants around here . I am not sure . I don't know that many restaurants around here . ," You know , we could look online at the local Internet sites . " " You know , we could look online at the local Internet sites . ", Good . Let's take a look ! Good . Let's take a look ! , What kind of food would you like ? What kind of food would you like ? , I enjoy Thai or Japanese the best . I enjoy Thai or Japanese the best . ," This one , Shogun , looks good . " " This one , Shogun , looks good . "," Oh yes , I've heard of that one . Everyone I've spoken with says that it is great ! " " Oh yes , I've heard of that one . Everyone I've spoken with says that it is great ! ", Would you like to go there then ? Would you like to go there then ? , I think that that would be a really good choice ! Let's call and make a reservation . I'm concerned about your car . , It will be fine . It will be fine . , But I think I can help to fix it . But I think I can help to fix it . ," No , don't give it another thought . " "Good afternoon , sir . May I help you ? ", I booked a table yesterday . I booked a table yesterday . ," What's your name , please ? " " What's your name , please ? ", Smith . Smith . ," A minute , please . ... Yes , this way , please . " I feel pity for the old man . , I feel the same way . I feel the same way . , It must be dreadful to grow old . It must be dreadful to grow old . , Yeah . He has no one to count on . "Believe it or not , tea is the most popular beverage in the world after water . "," Well , people from Asia to Europe all enjoy tea . " " Well , people from Asia to Europe all enjoy tea . ", Right . And China is the homeland of tea . Right . And China is the homeland of tea . ," Yes , Chinese people love drinking tea so much . Some even claim they can't live without tea . " " Yes , Chinese people love drinking tea so much . Some even claim they can't live without tea . ", Do you know there are several catagories of Chinese tea ? Do you know there are several catagories of Chinese tea ? ," Yes , I believe there are green teas , black teas and scented teas . Any Others ? " " Yes , I believe there are green teas , black teas and scented teas . Any Others ? "," Well , have you ever heard of Oulong tea and compressed tea ? " " Well , have you ever heard of Oulong tea and compressed tea ? "," Oh , yeah . Oulong tea is good for one's health . isn't it ? " " Oh , yeah . Oulong tea is good for one's health . isn't it ? ", You surely know a lot about Chinese tea . You surely know a lot about Chinese tea . ," Sure , I like drinking tea at teahouses . " " Sure , I like drinking tea at teahouses . "," Oh , so do I . " " Oh , so do I . ", Why don't we go for one now ? Why don't we go for one now ? , Great . We can chat while enjoying a cup there . Great . We can chat while enjoying a cup there . , Let's go ! "Hello , room service . Can I help you ? ", I ordered dinner about forty minutes ago . It hasn ’ t been delivery yet . I ordered dinner about forty minutes ago . It hasn ’ t been delivery yet . ," We are sorry for the delay , ma ’ am . Could you hold the line , please ? I ’ ll check your order . " " We are sorry for the delay , ma ’ am . Could you hold the line , please ? I ’ ll check your order . ", Okay . Okay . ," Your order is ready . It ’ s on the way to your room . We ’ re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ’ am . " " Your order is ready . It ’ s on the way to your room . We ’ re very sorry to have you waiting , Ma ’ am . ", That ’ s okay . I'd like to buy a house about 300m with a garden . Can you help me ? , Sure . We've helped more than ten thousand people buy and sell houses . We're the No . 1 realtor in this community . I recommend this house ( He points at a picture ) . Sure . We've helped more than ten thousand people buy and sell houses . We're the No . 1 realtor in this community . I recommend this house ( He points at a picture ) . , Where is it ? Where is it ? , On a hill to the east of the Tarsus river . You have a good view of the beautiful sunrise and sunset . You can't find a better home to live in . On a hill to the east of the Tarsus river . You have a good view of the beautiful sunrise and sunset . You can't find a better home to live in . , How many rooms are there ? How many rooms are there ? ," Eight rooms , a roomy kitchen , two modem bathrooms , a lovely dining room , a gorgeous living room and three sweet bedrooms . All are built with first-rate materials . " " Eight rooms , a roomy kitchen , two modem bathrooms , a lovely dining room , a gorgeous living room and three sweet bedrooms . All are built with first-rate materials . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , 6 million . You needn't pay the whole price at one time . You just pay 50 % in cash . We'll process the legal documents for you and then you can borrow the other 50 % from a bank and repay it in installments . We ask for only 1 % as commission . 6 million . You needn't pay the whole price at one time . You just pay 50 % in cash . We'll process the legal documents for you and then you can borrow the other 50 % from a bank and repay it in installments . We ask for only 1 % as commission . , OK . How much is the deposit ? OK . How much is the deposit ? , Ten thousand . "Welcome home , Peter ! "," Thanks , honey . It's great to be back . " " Thanks , honey . It's great to be back . "," So , how was your trip to Thailand ? " Have you started your report yet ? , I'm having a hard time getting the information . I'm having a hard time getting the information . , It's easy . You only have to search the internet in order to get the information you're looking for . It's easy . You only have to search the internet in order to get the information you're looking for . ," Oh , I didn't think of that . " Will you be voting ? , I can ’ t wait to vote . I can ’ t wait to vote . , Who are you voting for ? Who are you voting for ? , The person I ’ m voting for is the best . The person I ’ m voting for is the best . , What do you like about him ? What do you like about him ? , He is very intelligent . He is very intelligent . , You think so ? You think so ? ," That ’ s right . Plus , I agree with his policies . " " That ’ s right . Plus , I agree with his policies . ", I ’ m glad to hear that you are so excited . I ’ m glad to hear that you are so excited . , I ’ m voting for the next President . I ’ m voting for the next President . , I ’ m sure he will be . I ’ m sure he will be . , I ’ m going to make sure and vote . Do you like singing ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", Let's go to a ETV tonight . Let's go to a ETV tonight . , But I can't sing it well . But I can't sing it well . , It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you . It doesn't matter . No one will laugh at you . ," OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ? " " OK , I'Il go with you . When shall we go ? ", What about six ? What about six ? ," It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ? " " It's too early . Let's make it seven , OK ? ", OK . Let's make it . "Fill it up with premium , please . ", Sure . Should I check your radiator ? Sure . Should I check your radiator ? ," No , that's OK . How much do I owe you ? " " No , that's OK . How much do I owe you ? ", That'll be ¥ 150 . "Take a seat inside and see what you think.So you will take the Porsche then , sir ? "," Yes , and I want to buy the insurance too . I think it's necessary . " " Yes , and I want to buy the insurance too . I think it's necessary . "," You're smart to buy it . At 45 dollars for three days , it is a good deal . " " You're smart to buy it . At 45 dollars for three days , it is a good deal . ", Can I return the car in San Francisco ? Can I return the car in San Francisco ? ," San Francisco ? No , sir.We only have this office here . You will have to return it here . " " San Francisco ? No , sir.We only have this office here . You will have to return it here . ", Really ? I heard in America you can return rental cars in different cities . Really ? I heard in America you can return rental cars in different cities . ," No , sir . That's only with the very big companies . I'm sorry , but this car must be returned to this lot . " " No , sir . That's only with the very big companies . I'm sorry , but this car must be returned to this lot . "," Well , I guess I will have to drive back down then . Hmm . I didn't think of that . " " Well , I guess I will have to drive back down then . Hmm . I didn't think of that . "," Do you still want the car , sir ? " " Do you still want the car , sir ? ", Yes . It will be fun . Driving back down the coast . My girlfriend will like it . Yes . It will be fun . Driving back down the coast . My girlfriend will like it . , It's a beautiful drive . It's a beautiful drive . , Where are the keys ? Where are the keys ? ," Just a moment , sir . We have to finish filling out the forms . " "Well , here is your breakfast ! "," Thanks so much . Miss , I believe I ordered my eggs scrambled , and these are fried . " " Thanks so much . Miss , I believe I ordered my eggs scrambled , and these are fried . "," Sorry , your friend over there ordered fried eggs , and I gave you his by mistake . " " Sorry , your friend over there ordered fried eggs , and I gave you his by mistake . "," Oh yeah . Here , I will just trade with him . " " Oh yeah . Here , I will just trade with him . "," Here are your pancakes , madam . " " Here are your pancakes , madam . ", But I ordered waffles ! But I ordered waffles ! ," Oh , I am so sorry ! " " Oh , I am so sorry ! "," That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back . " " That's OK . I will eat my eggs and bacon , and you can take my pancakes back . "," Good , sir . I will take care of that right away . " " Good , sir . I will take care of that right away . ", Thank you so much ! "Hello , may I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to have this parcel delivered to Shanghai . " " Yes , I'd like to have this parcel delivered to Shanghai . "," Oh , we only take care of mail . For parcels , you can go to the next window . " " Oh , we only take care of mail . For parcels , you can go to the next window . "," Thanks ! ... Hello , I have a parcel to deliver . " " Thanks ! ... Hello , I have a parcel to deliver . ", Where do you need it to be delivered to ? Where do you need it to be delivered to ? , I want to post it to Shanghai . I want to post it to Shanghai . ," OK , please fill out this form . " " OK , please fill out this form . "," Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ? " " Sure , what's the postcode of Shanghai ? "," Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 . " " Wait a moment , let me check it out for you . It's 200085 . "," Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ? " " Thanks , here you go . What's the postage , please ? "," Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please . " " Hold on , let me put it on the scale . It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan , please . ", Ten kg ! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it ! These three hours chatting with you have been very ... interesting . Could you please tell us why we're here ? ," I want a new brand image . Something creative , something strong . Make no mistake , something with ... resolve ! " " I want a new brand image . Something creative , something strong . Make no mistake , something with ... resolve ! ", What is our time frame ? What is our time frame ? ," Let's meet on Friday to discuss your progress . Give me your e-mail address ... umm , I mean addresses ... We'll be in touch . " Are you going to leave school at the end of the term ? ," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? , I'm going to be a clerk . I'm going to be a clerk . , What does a clerk do ? What does a clerk do ? ," He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types . " " He works in an office . He writes letters and reports , and he types . ", I want to be a vet . I want to be a vet . , A-what ? A-what ? , A vet-a veterinary surgeon . A vet-a veterinary surgeon . , Good gracious ! What's that ? Good gracious ! What's that ? , A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor . A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals . He's an animal doctor . , I once read a story about a person who talked to animals . It was very interesting . "Yes , ma'am ? "," How much is a stamp to send a letter to France , please ? " " How much is a stamp to send a letter to France , please ? ", Air mail or surface mail ? " Air mail , please . ", That'll be eighty-five cents . That'll be eighty-five cents . ," Four stamps , please . How much is that ? " " Four stamps , please . How much is that ? ", Three dollars and forty cents . Three dollars and forty cents . , There you go . I need to get my high speed internet installed . , You'll need to make an appointment . You'll need to make an appointment . ," Could I do that right now , please ? " " Could I do that right now , please ? ", What day would you like us to do the installation ? What day would you like us to do the installation ? , Is Friday good ? Is Friday good ? , We're only available at 3 We're only available at 3 , You can't come any earlier than that ? You can't come any earlier than that ? , I'm sorry . That's the only available time . I'm sorry . That's the only available time . , Are you available this Saturday ? Are you available this Saturday ? , Yes . Anytime on Saturday will be fine . Yes . Anytime on Saturday will be fine . , How does 11 How does 11 , We can do it . See you then . "Hello , welcome to Lincoln Bank . What can we do for you today ? ", I want to effect payment under an L / C today . I want to effect payment under an L / C today . ," No problem . OK ... just checking for you . Ah , I'm afraid there aren't enough funds in your account to cover this transaction . What you can do is buy some US dollars , using local currency and we can credit your account with that amount . " " No problem . OK ... just checking for you . Ah , I'm afraid there aren't enough funds in your account to cover this transaction . What you can do is buy some US dollars , using local currency and we can credit your account with that amount . ", That seems alright . What's the exchange rate like today ? Good or bad ? That seems alright . What's the exchange rate like today ? Good or bad ? ," It's not too bad today , actually . 828.23 . " Have the owners come up with a counter-offer to my offer to buy their home yet ? , The owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . The owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars . , Should I accept their offer ? Should I accept their offer ? , There are two ways to respond . You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer . There are two ways to respond . You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer . ," What if I make another offer , and they don ’ t accept it ? " " What if I make another offer , and they don ’ t accept it ? "," No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so . " " No one else has made an offer , so you could make another offer if you want to do so . ", I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer . I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer . ," OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight . " " OK , I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight . ", How long before I find out what their decision is ? How long before I find out what their decision is ? ," By now , the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept . It will go quickly . " Our productivity has been down for more than six months now . I'm seriously considering pulling in an outside consultant to diagnose the cause of our problematic areas . I think we'd all benefit from an outsider's perspective . Sometimes we're just too closed to the problems to see the forest for the trees . ," I think that's a good idea . You know I got a golfing buddy that runs a consultant firm . He's an expert in organizational comunication.He does't come cheap , but he's an expert in this field.Maybe he could help get things on track . " " I think that's a good idea . You know I got a golfing buddy that runs a consultant firm . He's an expert in organizational comunication.He does't come cheap , but he's an expert in this field.Maybe he could help get things on track . ", Do you have his card ? What's in his portfolio ? Which firm has he worked for in the past ? Do you have his card ? What's in his portfolio ? Which firm has he worked for in the past ? ," He's done staff for Microsoft and Boeing . I think he's been involved with Siemens ' training evaluations as well . I'll get you his card , you can give him a call . " "Dad , why are you taping the windows ? "," Honey , a typhoon is coming . " " Honey , a typhoon is coming . "," Really ? Wow , I don't have to go to school tomorrow . " " Really ? Wow , I don't have to go to school tomorrow . "," Jenny , come and help , we need to prepare more food . " " Jenny , come and help , we need to prepare more food . ", OK . Dad ! I'm coming . My wife's birthday is today . I need some flowers . , We have lots of fresh red roses . We have lots of fresh red roses . , How much do the roses cost ? How much do the roses cost ? , $ 20 a dozen . $ 20 a dozen . , That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 . That sounds good . Last year I paid $ 30 . ," Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today . " " Yes , you came here on the right day . They're on sale today . ", Give me a dozen . Give me a dozen . , Very good . Would you like anything else ? Very good . Would you like anything else ? ," No , I'll just give her the roses and a card . " " No , I'll just give her the roses and a card . ", She should be very pleased with these roses . Let's go eat . , 0kay . Dinner's on me . I ’ m fed up with marriage . , Why do you say so ? Everyone admires that you have a good wife . Why do you say so ? Everyone admires that you have a good wife . ," Oh , no . When we were poor , we often tried our best to make ends meet . It was a hard time . " " Oh , no . When we were poor , we often tried our best to make ends meet . It was a hard time . ", But now you are rich . But now you are rich . , And we have some squabbles on some boring things . And we have some squabbles on some boring things . , This is ordinary marriage life . Did you put the blue bin out on the street ? ," Oh , no . I forgot . " " Oh , no . I forgot . "," Well , you'd better take it out front . " " Well , you'd better take it out front . ", What time does the recycle truck come by ? What time does the recycle truck come by ? ," It usually gets here at noon on Tuesday , which is tomorrow . " " It usually gets here at noon on Tuesday , which is tomorrow . ", I'll just take it out to the street tomorrow morning . I'll just take it out to the street tomorrow morning . ," Oh , no , you don't . " " Oh , no , you don't . ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? , Every morning you get up late and rush off to work late . Every morning you get up late and rush off to work late . , Do you think I'll forget to do it ? Do you think I'll forget to do it ? ," You'll remember to do it , but you won't have time to do it . " " You'll remember to do it , but you won't have time to do it . "," Okay , I'll take it out front right now . " Thank god you are open ! I have an emergency ! ," Hello , Mr . Henderson what can I do for you ? " " Hello , Mr . Henderson what can I do for you ? ", I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned ASAP ! I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned ASAP ! ," OK , I can have it ready by the end of the week . " " OK , I can have it ready by the end of the week . "," No , you don ’ t understand , I need this tomorrow morning ! I accidentally spilled beer all over my wife ’ s dress and we have a wedding to attend tomorrow ! She ’ s gonna kill me ! " " No , you don ’ t understand , I need this tomorrow morning ! I accidentally spilled beer all over my wife ’ s dress and we have a wedding to attend tomorrow ! She ’ s gonna kill me ! "," OK , I can have it ready tomorrow afternoon , but this suit is also very stained . I can ’ t guarantee we can remove it completely . " " OK , I can have it ready tomorrow afternoon , but this suit is also very stained . I can ’ t guarantee we can remove it completely . ", Fine ! Can you also iron and starch this shirt ? Fine ! Can you also iron and starch this shirt ? , Certainly . Certainly . ," Great ! This is our secret ! If you see my wife , say nothing to her about this ! " I have a stomachache . ," Well , you'd better lie down now . You need a good rest . " " Well , you'd better lie down now . You need a good rest . ", All right . I'll do that . "Hi , Mike , where are you going ? ", I ’ m going to down town . I ’ m going to down town . , At this time ? Why don ’ t you go there tomorrow ? It is almost dark . At this time ? Why don ’ t you go there tomorrow ? It is almost dark . ," My boy wants me to buy a toy , so I think I ’ d better satisfy him . " " My boy wants me to buy a toy , so I think I ’ d better satisfy him . ", But I have seen many toys in your home . But I have seen many toys in your home . , There is none now because he likes to destroy toys . There is none now because he likes to destroy toys . ," But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ? " " But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones , what will you do ? "," Yes , I am annoyed by this , too . " " Yes , I am annoyed by this , too . ", And you still buy him new ones ? And you still buy him new ones ? ," Yes , I think so . " " Yes , I think so . ", You will spoil him . Hello miss . Can I see your ticket number ? ," Sure , here you are . And here are my application forms as well . " " Sure , here you are . And here are my application forms as well . ", Thank you miss ... Wang . I'm Bob Jones and I'll be handling your application . Thank you miss ... Wang . I'm Bob Jones and I'll be handling your application . , Nice to meet you Mr . Jones . Nice to meet you Mr . Jones . , The first step is to determine your eligibility for a U . S . visa . Let's see here ... you're applying for a special business visa . Why is that ? The first step is to determine your eligibility for a U . S . visa . Let's see here ... you're applying for a special business visa . Why is that ? ," Well , my first order of business will be attending a conference in Seattle , but after that I intend to spend two weeks visiting my friends . I assumed a business visa would be required . " " Well , my first order of business will be attending a conference in Seattle , but after that I intend to spend two weeks visiting my friends . I assumed a business visa would be required . "," I think a regular visitor's visa should suffice . With this visa , you can stay in the United States for up to 90 days . " " I think a regular visitor's visa should suffice . With this visa , you can stay in the United States for up to 90 days . ", So I can attend conferences and do business on that visa ? So I can attend conferences and do business on that visa ? , Yes . You are free to do temporary business with this visa . If you were planning on setting up a new business in the U . S . you might need to apply for a long-term visa . Yes . You are free to do temporary business with this visa . If you were planning on setting up a new business in the U . S . you might need to apply for a long-term visa . ," Oh , I see . I think 90 days is more than enough time . " Benter's Books . ," Yes , I need to order a large number of Webster's dictionaries . " " Yes , I need to order a large number of Webster's dictionaries . ", We have several hundred in stock . We have several hundred in stock . , Is there a discount for buying in large quantity ? Did you ever get a parking ticket ? ," No , have you ? " " No , have you ? "," Yeah , I just got one the other day . " " Yeah , I just got one the other day . ", How'd you get a ticket ? How'd you get a ticket ? , The ticket was for parking in the red zone . The ticket was for parking in the red zone . , I don't understand why you would do that . I don't understand why you would do that . ," There was nowhere to park , and I needed to run in and get something . " " There was nowhere to park , and I needed to run in and get something . ", Where'd you get the ticket at ? Where'd you get the ticket at ? , I parked in front of my apartment building . I parked in front of my apartment building . , What about your parking spot ? What about your parking spot ? , But I really needed to be quick . But I really needed to be quick . , I bet that you wish you hadn't done that . "Isabelle , you know I'm not interested in fame . "," Well , you don't seem to be interested in getting a real job , either . " " Well , you don't seem to be interested in getting a real job , either . ", You know I'm interested in teaching . I'm looking for jazz students ... You know I'm interested in teaching . I'm looking for jazz students ... ," Yeah , and every high school student in town is banging on your door , right ? " " Yeah , and every high school student in town is banging on your door , right ? ", I know they're out there . I'll find them . I know they're out there . I'll find them . , You're such a dreamer ! You think that you can spread the word of jazz in an underpass ? Susan ? What brings you here today ? ," Well , I ’ Ve got some papers due . " " Well , I ’ Ve got some papers due . ", Really ? So what ’ s the news ? Really ? So what ’ s the news ? , Not too good yet . Better than I was though . "What would you like to eat , sir ? "," Scrambled egg , bacon , three pieces of bread and a cup of tea . " " Scrambled egg , bacon , three pieces of bread and a cup of tea . ", Would you care for some lemon for your tea ? Would you care for some lemon for your tea ? ," No , thank you . " Are you married ? ," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . ", How long have you been married ? How long have you been married ? , I have been married for three years . I have been married for three years . , How many people are there in your family ? How many people are there in your family ? , There are three people in my family . There are three people in my family . , Who are the members of your family ? Who are the members of your family ? ," My wife , my daughter and I . " Hello . Could you have a taxi pick me up before 10:00 a . m . ? , What is your address ? What is your address ? , I stay at No . 115 Fucking Road . I stay at No . 115 Fucking Road . ," OK , a taxi will be there by 9:30 . " " OK , a taxi will be there by 9:30 . ", What are your rates ? What are your rates ? , It is RIB 10 yuan initially and 2 yuan for each kilometer . It is RIB 10 yuan initially and 2 yuan for each kilometer . , I have a lot of luggage . Will those fit in the taxi ? I have a lot of luggage . Will those fit in the taxi ? , Take it easy . I'll send a larger to pick you up . Take it easy . I'll send a larger to pick you up . , Thank you very much . I would like to know is it a direct flight to Dubai ? , Sorry . No . You need to transfer to a connect flight in the middle . Sorry . No . You need to transfer to a connect flight in the middle . , Too bad . I hate transferring during a flight . It is too complex . Too bad . I hate transferring during a flight . It is too complex . , You have to do it . But it takes only about 30 minutes . You have to do it . But it takes only about 30 minutes . , Really ? It used to cost a few hours . Really ? It used to cost a few hours . , It has become more time saving . It has become more time saving . , Ok . Good . I want two side by side tickets in the Economy cabinet . Thank you . "Could you make up this prescription for me , please ? ", Certainly . I'll do it for you right away . Sorry the drugs on this order are out of stock . Certainly . I'll do it for you right away . Sorry the drugs on this order are out of stock . , What can I do ? What can I do ? , Would you prefer to take similar medicine of other brands ? Would you prefer to take similar medicine of other brands ? , Could I ? Could I ? ," Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise . " " Certainly . I recommend this medicine . It's the same medicine , same quality , at a much lower cost . And it helps just as much . In fact , you'll feel better just by saving the money , I promise . ", Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ? Great . I'll take this brand . And how do I take these medicines ? ," This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day . " " This is for internal use . Two tablets , four times a day . ", Thank you . "Well , we've settled everything in connection with this transaction except the question of the mode of payment . "," Because this order is a comparatively big one , we would like to pay by time L / C , say , 60 days L / C . " " Because this order is a comparatively big one , we would like to pay by time L / C , say , 60 days L / C . "," Payment by sight L / C is quite usual in international trade , and as a rule , we only accept payment by sight L / C . " " Payment by sight L / C is quite usual in international trade , and as a rule , we only accept payment by sight L / C . "," But we have only moderate mean at hand . If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment , we'd really appreciate it . " " But we have only moderate mean at hand . If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment , we'd really appreciate it . "," Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say . " " Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before , but we could consider your request . I'll phone our company to see what they say . ", Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ? Thank you for your consideration . When will you let me know your answer ? , This afternoon . How about you and Tom ? What time is your wedding ? ," Don ’ t be kidding , OK ? " " Don ’ t be kidding , OK ? ", What ’ s the matter ? So angry . I ’ m just playing a joke with you . What ’ s the matter ? So angry . I ’ m just playing a joke with you . , Because I have given him up as a bad job . Our relation has been over . "Hey , there ’ s Leo . I wonder why he ’ s walking arm in arm with that young woman . ", It ’ s as plain as the nose on your face . They ’ re dating each other . It ’ s as plain as the nose on your face . They ’ re dating each other . , You ’ re pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle ! You ’ re pulling my leg ! She must be thirty years younger than Leo . Talk about robbing the cradle ! ," Well , you can bet this relationship ’ s going to be a flash in the pan . " " Well , you can bet this relationship ’ s going to be a flash in the pan . ", It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ’ t have a girlfriend last week . It must have been love at first sight because I know he didn ’ t have a girlfriend last week . ," I think you are absolutely right . Actually , my father proposed to my mother after knowing her only two weeks . They got married a month later . " It's so boring . , Don't you like it ? Don't you like it ? , I don't . Is there anything worth watching on the other channel ? I don't . Is there anything worth watching on the other channel ? , I think it's a basketball match on channel 5 . I think it's a basketball match on channel 5 . , Do you mind if we switch over ? Do you mind if we switch over ? ," Well , I'd rather see a movie . " " Well , I'd rather see a movie . ", What's the movie ? What's the movie ? , ' Star war ' . ' Star war ' . , It must be interesting . It must be interesting . ," Yes , you're right . " What do you do in your spare time ? ," In summer I go hiking , and in winter I ski . " " In summer I go hiking , and in winter I ski . ", Do you mind if I come along sometime ? Do you mind if I come along sometime ? ," No , not at all . Glad to have you . " "Hey , David . Where did you get the sofa ? It's so beautiful . Look at the color , I really love this yellow , so bright ! It must be very expensive . "," Not really . To be honest , it's very cheap . I only spent $ 100 . " " Not really . To be honest , it's very cheap . I only spent $ 100 . ", Are you kidding ? $ 100 for this big leather sofa ? Are you kidding ? $ 100 for this big leather sofa ? , Yes . I bought it in Johnson thrift store . Yes . I bought it in Johnson thrift store . , Is it a used one ? Is it a used one ? ," Yes , it is . " " Yes , it is . "," Oh , I don't think I will buy a used sofa even it looks so attractive . " What ? How could you forget to reserve the concert tickets ? , I'm sorry . I forget all about it . I'm sorry . I forget all about it . , How could you ? I reminded you just this morning . How could you ? I reminded you just this morning . , It's leap my mind . I really feel terrible about it . It's leap my mind . I really feel terrible about it . , I have been looking forward to this performance all month . I have been looking forward to this performance all month . , I'm really sorry I let you down . I'll make it up to you somehow . I am interested in buying a house and need some information . ," Yes , of course . What area are you interested in ? " " Yes , of course . What area are you interested in ? ", I am interested in Pasadena or Arcadia . I am interested in Pasadena or Arcadia . , What size house would you like ? What size house would you like ? , We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms . We need a medium-sized house with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms . , Are you interested in being in a particular school district ? Are you interested in being in a particular school district ? ," Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District . " " Yes , we want to stay in the ABC School District . ", Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ? Would you like a home near the lake or would you prefer a view ? , I would love to have a home with a view . I would love to have a home with a view . ," Fine , I will begin a search for the perfect home for you . I will call you in a few days . " There must be something weighing on your mind . What is it ? ," Dad , I lost mum's necklace . I'm afraid she will scold me . " " Dad , I lost mum's necklace . I'm afraid she will scold me . ", Don ’ t worry . I'll buy a new necklace as same as the old one . Don ’ t worry . I'll buy a new necklace as same as the old one . ," It is so kind of you , Dad . " I ’ d like to open a current account . , Certainly . May I see your social security and your ID Please . Certainly . May I see your social security and your ID Please . , Here your are . I wonder how much interest can I earn for my current account . Here your are . I wonder how much interest can I earn for my current account . , Oh . Current account don ’ t pay our interest . Oh . Current account don ’ t pay our interest . , Why is that ? Why is that ? ," It ’ s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ’ t expect a large amount of deposit in current account . " " It ’ s primarily design for business transactions . That is write checks to pay the bills , buying things and sending money . We won ’ t expect a large amount of deposit in current account . ", I see . How do I draw money from my news then . "Waiter , a menu please ! ", Here you are . Here you are . , Thank you . Could you tell me the specials today ? Thank you . Could you tell me the specials today ? ," The special today is fried chicken , and beef is good too . " " The special today is fried chicken , and beef is good too . "," Ok , let's think about it for a minute . " " Ok , let's think about it for a minute . "," Well , I'll be back in a minute . " "Yo baby , are you satisfied with the costume show in the street ? ", It ’ s hard to say.Just so-so . "Oh , it's ten o'clock . I'd better go now . ", Would you stay for another cup of coffee ? Would you stay for another cup of coffee ? ," No , thanks . I'll have to meet my friend at the airport . " "It seems so strange to be here , burying you , but it's not you . ", Ashes to ashes and dust to dust ... Ashes to ashes and dust to dust ... ," This has been the worst and best day of my life , Taylor . They kept you in the hospital , and ... " " This has been the worst and best day of my life , Taylor . They kept you in the hospital , and ... ", I'll tell you all about it another day . I'll tell you all about it another day . ," But you're OK ? It was nothing serious , was it ? " " But you're OK ? It was nothing serious , was it ? ", You ladies look very elegant in black . But I don't want you to wear black in my honor for a long time yet to come ... Yes . Can I help you ? ," We're ready to order . A cup of coffee for me , and a glass of oranges for her . " " We're ready to order . A cup of coffee for me , and a glass of oranges for her . "," Yes , how would you like your coffee ? " " Yes , how would you like your coffee ? "," Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake . " " Just black coffee . Do you serve anything else besides drinks , say cake . ", We also serve sandwiches and cakes . We also serve sandwiches and cakes . , Give me two pieces of cake . how come you're still up ? Shouldn't you be asleep by now ? , I've been having a hard time sleeping lately . I've been having a hard time sleeping lately . ," as far as I know , insomnia is usually caused by stress . Are you stressed at all ? " " as far as I know , insomnia is usually caused by stress . Are you stressed at all ? "," well , I'm really worried about my grades . I didn't think this course would be so stressful . " " well , I'm really worried about my grades . I didn't think this course would be so stressful . ", you're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax . you're a good student . I'm sure you can do well . What you need to do is to relax . , you're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ? you're probably right . I just wish it were that simple . How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time ? , taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress . taking a yoga class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress . , I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying ! I don't really have time to learn anything new . I need to spend my time studying ! , you need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ’ t very usually effective . you need to take some breaks throughout the day . Studying all day isn ’ t very usually effective . , you ’ re right . I usually end up starting at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class . you ’ re right . I usually end up starting at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class . ," besides , it ’ s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ’ s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply . " " besides , it ’ s not difficult to learn yoga . In fact , I can teach you a move that ’ s supposed to help you fall asleep ! You just have to sit down like this , bend over and breath in deeply . ", that ’ s fantastic . I ’ m going to go try that out in my room now . good night ! that ’ s fantastic . I ’ m going to go try that out in my room now . good night ! ," good night , sleep tight ; don ’ t let the bed bugs bite ! " Have you received your TOWEL test results yet ? ," Yes , I did . I passed ! " " Yes , I did . I passed ! ", Congratulations ! I knew you could do it . Congratulations ! I knew you could do it . ," Well , I certainly couldn't have done it without your help . You are the best tutor I've ever had . " " Well , I certainly couldn't have done it without your help . You are the best tutor I've ever had . "," Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it . " " Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it . "," You deserve credit , too . I've learned so much from You . " May I help you ? ," Yes , I'd like to buy these razors . " " Yes , I'd like to buy these razors . "," Okay , that'll be $ 6.85 with tax . " Have you any beef today ? ," Yes , we've got a very tender new shipment from the mainland . It is a weekend special . " " Yes , we've got a very tender new shipment from the mainland . It is a weekend special . ", How much is it a pound ? How much is it a pound ? , One pound and fifty pence a pound . One pound and fifty pence a pound . , Good . I'll get three pounds of it . Good . I'll get three pounds of it . , Here it is . Four pounds and fifty pence in all . Our neighbour ’ s tape recorder is so loud that it annoys us to death . I ’ Ve made up my mind to cut the electricity off . , What ? That would be to cut off your nose to spite your face . What ? That would be to cut off your nose to spite your face . , Then what shall we do ? Then what shall we do ? , Call the police . "Hello , is this the ABC company ? "," Yes , may I help you ? " " Yes , may I help you ? "," We have just arrived from Tokyo only ... looking for a reserve car of your company . All of above , we cannot find it . " " We have just arrived from Tokyo only ... looking for a reserve car of your company . All of above , we cannot find it . ", What is your reservation number ? What is your reservation number ? , Our reservation number is J - 221 . Our reservation number is J - 221 . ," Let me see . Oh , yes , we have your reservation number . " " Let me see . Oh , yes , we have your reservation number . ", You mean you haven ’ t arranged any car ? You mean you haven ’ t arranged any car ? , I ’ m sorry to say no . I ’ m sorry to say no . ," Here I ’ ll take taxi instead , how do you refund us ? " "Next , please . May I help you , sir ? "," Hello , yes , I ’ d like to open a bank account . " " Hello , yes , I ’ d like to open a bank account . "," Certainly , I can can help you with that . What type of account would you like to open ? A chequing or a savings account ? " " Certainly , I can can help you with that . What type of account would you like to open ? A chequing or a savings account ? ", What What features do they offer ? What What features do they offer ? ," Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars . " " Well , if you just take a look here , see , with our chequing account , you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee , and our savings account has a higher interest rate , but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10,000 dollars . "," I see , well , I think I ’ m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money . " " I see , well , I think I ’ m more interested in a chequing account . I like to have easy access to my money . "," Alright , then , with this chequing account you ’ ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that . " " Alright , then , with this chequing account you ’ ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book . Will you require overdraft protection ? There is an extra fee for that . "," No , that won ’ t be necessary . " " No , that won ’ t be necessary . "," In that case , I ’ ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ’ ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here . we ’ ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ? " " In that case , I ’ ll get you to fill out this paperwork . I ’ ll need your social insurance number , and two pieces of government ID . If you could just sign here , and here , and here . we ’ ll be all set . Would you like to make a deposit today ? "," Yes , I ’ d like to deposit one billion dollars . " "Excuse me , sir , may I take your order now ? ", Could we order later ? We have five persons altogether and 2 of us are still on the way . Could we order later ? We have five persons altogether and 2 of us are still on the way . ," OK , sir . Please call me when you are ready . " " OK , sir . Please call me when you are ready . "," Yes , thank you . " Have you heard the news ? , No . What happened ? Good morning . , Good morning . May I help you ? Good morning . May I help you ? , I want to place a long-distance call to London . Is this the right counter ? I want to place a long-distance call to London . Is this the right counter ? ," Yes . Here's a booking form . Please write down the number you wish to call , the name of the person you want to talk to , and your own name for our reference . " " Yes . Here's a booking form . Please write down the number you wish to call , the name of the person you want to talk to , and your own name for our reference . ", All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ? All right . Can you tell me when I will be able to get through ? , It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible . It's hard to say . It depends on how busy the lines are . Please take a seat over there . We'll try to put you through as soon as possible . , Thank you . Do you have a same one in yellow ? , Here you are . You look younger in yellow . Here you are . You look younger in yellow . , I think so too . How much is it ? I think so too . How much is it ? , $ 100 . $ 100 . ," Well , that's too expensive . I can't afford that . " Room service.What can I do for you ? , Excuse me . Can you tell me where l can buy a notebook and a pen ? I need them badly . Excuse me . Can you tell me where l can buy a notebook and a pen ? I need them badly . , Here is a shop in the hotel . It's on the 11th floor . Here is a shop in the hotel . It's on the 11th floor . ," That's quite convenient.Well , would you please buy me some ? I am so busy.My room number is 304 . " " That's quite convenient.Well , would you please buy me some ? I am so busy.My room number is 304 . ", Certainly . Nathan said he didn't have any fun at his new school this week . Do you know why ? , I think he hasn't made any new friends yet . He's just a little lonely . I think he hasn't made any new friends yet . He's just a little lonely . , He really misses his friends from our old neighborhood . He really misses his friends from our old neighborhood . ," Without a doubt . Maybe if he knew he doesn't have to give up any of his old friends to make new ones , it will be easier for him . " " Without a doubt . Maybe if he knew he doesn't have to give up any of his old friends to make new ones , it will be easier for him . ", How do you propose to help him understand that ? How do you propose to help him understand that ? ," Well , we can help him keep in touch with his old friends . " " Well , we can help him keep in touch with his old friends . ", I guess we could go visit once in a while too . I guess we could go visit once in a while too . , Yeah . There's a lot we can do to help him through this transition . Why did Tom quit the job ? , He said his present job seemed to be a blind alley . He said his present job seemed to be a blind alley . ," If he doesn't change his attitude toward his work , I don't think a new job can make any difference . " "Hello , Vicki . "," Hi , David . What a beautiful necklace ! Dude , I ’ Ve never seen anything like it . " " Hi , David . What a beautiful necklace ! Dude , I ’ Ve never seen anything like it . "," Well , you can have it for eleven hundred — as a friend . " " Well , you can have it for eleven hundred — as a friend . ", I think seven hundred is enough . I think seven hundred is enough . , What ? Seven hundred ? What ? Seven hundred ? ," Well , eight hundred , then ? " " Well , eight hundred , then ? "," No , one thousand at least . " " No , one thousand at least . "," Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed ! " " Eight hundred and fifty . Come on . I have 4 kids , 3 dogs , and 2 husbands to feed ! "," You ’ re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right . " " You ’ re a thief , Vicki . But I guess , eight hundred and fifty is all right . "," Here you are , sucker ! " " Here you are , sucker ! "," Victory for me , I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday ! " Seattle restaurant . Is there anything I can do for you ? , I would like to book a table for five at 7:00 tonight . I would like to book a table for five at 7:00 tonight . ," May I have your name , please ? " " May I have your name , please ? ", Michael . Michael . ," OK , Sir . We will arrange it for you . " Lin's office supplies . How may I direct your call ? , Marry Lin please . Marry Lin please . ," Sure , just a moment . ... I'm sorry no one answer the phone . " " Sure , just a moment . ... I'm sorry no one answer the phone . "," All right , could I leave a message ? " " All right , could I leave a message ? ", Certainly ! Certainly ! , Please ask her to call John . "We cannot avoid being asked questions in the interview . Sometimes , my mind goes blank . ", It is so terrible to be caught unaware . It is so terrible to be caught unaware . ," Admittedly , you can get prepared in advance for the interview , but you cannot cover everything concerned . " " Admittedly , you can get prepared in advance for the interview , but you cannot cover everything concerned . ", Sure . So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply . Sure . So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply . ," Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief . " " Firstly , your answer should go straight to the point , and be clear and brief . "," State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details . " " State your opinion or argument first , and then go on with details . ", Never should you give an answer completely beside the point . Never should you give an answer completely beside the point . ," If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly . " " If you indeed don't know how to answer , admit it frankly . ", Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule . Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule . , Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly . Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly . , Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can . Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can . , It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer . What do you think of the lawyer's speech ? , He has a glib tongue . Few people can argue him down . He has a glib tongue . Few people can argue him down . , Don't believe him . He's liar . Don't believe him . He's liar . , We cannot expect a man like him to speak the truth . It's time to go . Are you ready ? , Almost . Let me get my bag . "Come on , you must tell me everything about him . "," Well , he's very tall and handsome . " " Well , he's very tall and handsome . ", Hmm ... Hmm ... , He has big blue eyes and long blonde hair . He has big blue eyes and long blonde hair . ," Oh , how long ? " " Oh , how long ? "," Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold . " " Down to his shoulders . It's beautiful , like gold . ", OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does . OK . OK . You'd better tell me what he does . , He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well . He's a very creative painter . His paintings sell well . , Really ? Really ? ," He's quite a patient teacher , too . " " He's quite a patient teacher , too . ", Fine . Fine . , You're going to like him . Everybody says he's a nice guy . I'm hungry . , So am I . So am I . , Where should we go eat today ? Where should we go eat today ? , How about we go eat in the cafeteria ? How about we go eat in the cafeteria ? , I never bought food from the cafeteria . I never bought food from the cafeteria . , You haven't ? They have a lot of good stuff . You haven't ? They have a lot of good stuff . , What do they have ? What do they have ? , They sell everything . They sell everything . ," Well , I want Chinese food . " " Well , I want Chinese food . ", I've gotten chow mein from there before . I've gotten chow mein from there before . , I guess we can eat there then . I guess we can eat there then . ," Trust me , the food isn't half bad . " "It's nice and bright today , isn't it ? ", Yeah.The autumn is marvelous here . Yeah.The autumn is marvelous here . , How about winter ? How about winter ? ," That's a hard time.The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy . " " That's a hard time.The air is cold and damp , and the road is often icy . "," It's boring , right ? " " It's boring , right ? ", Sure . Sure . , Do you get much rain during the summer ? Do you get much rain during the summer ? , Plenty.We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area . Plenty.We never worry about lack of rainwater in our area . , So you should bring an umbrella often . So you should bring an umbrella often . , That's right . "Hi , I'm Jake . I'm new to the choir . What's your name ? "," Hello , there , my name is Tonia . " " Hello , there , my name is Tonia . ", Do you sing alto ? Do you sing alto ? ," Actually , I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate . What about you . " " Actually , I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate . What about you . ", Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone . Looks like we both float back and forth . I'm baritone . , Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them . Our bass section is really good . You're going to love singing with them . , I heard them warming up earlier . You're right . I heard them warming up earlier . You're right . , It's good to have you in the group . We can always use a good baritone ! Excuse me ! I don't have time to waste . I've been here almost one full hour ! ," Sorry , madam . You have to wait your turn . The parking lot is full . " " Sorry , madam . You have to wait your turn . The parking lot is full . ", Unbelievable ! Parking in this city is such a nightmare ! Unbelievable ! Parking in this city is such a nightmare ! ," Madam , patience is a virtue . " " Madam , patience is a virtue . "," Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore ! " " Oh , gosh ! I have to go to the restroom so bad ! I can't bear it anymore ! ", I'm sure a spot will open up soon . I'm sure a spot will open up soon . ," Oh , look ! There's a spot open next to the public restroom ! Can I take it ? " Hello Mary . I haven ’ t seen you for ages . Are you still seeing Paul ? , No . We broke up last month . I ’ m taking a break from dating for a while . No . We broke up last month . I ’ m taking a break from dating for a while . , Did you break up amicably ? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up . Did you break up amicably ? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up . , We just decided to stop seeing each other . It was all very amicable . Are you still going out with mike ? We just decided to stop seeing each other . It was all very amicable . Are you still going out with mike ? ," Yes , I am . We ’ re thinking about getting engaged . We ’ Ve been dating for over a year now . " " Yes , I am . We ’ re thinking about getting engaged . We ’ Ve been dating for over a year now . ", Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ? Good for you ! Have you seen Kelly recently ? Is she still dating nick ? ," I havn't seen her for a while.She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her.He was seeing a girl form his office.One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately . " " I havn't seen her for a while.She stopped seeing nick because he was cheating on her.He was seeing a girl form his office.One day , she saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately . ", She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon . She was right to do that . I heard the Neil and Tina getting married soon . , Really ? They ’ Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ? Really ? They ’ Ve been together for a long time . When are they getting married ? , I think it ’ s 26th September . I ’ ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night . I think it ’ s 26th September . I ’ ll check and make sure that Tina remembers to invite you to the hen night . ," Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you . " " Thanks . Hey , look at that guy over there . I think he fancies you . "," He certainly looks interested , doesn ’ t he ? Shall we invite him over to our table ? " "Good morning , Miss Li . "," Morning , Mike . " " Morning , Mike . ", I ’ m sorry that I was absent yesterday . I ’ m sorry that I was absent yesterday . , I ’ Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ? I ’ Ve already got your certificate for sick-leave . How do you feel today ? , I feel much better now . I feel much better now . , Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ? Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday ? , I ’ Ve already got it . Thanks . I ’ Ve already got it . Thanks . , I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ? I will explain it in detail in the next class . Could you preview it ? , I will . "Awful ! My cell phone is out of service again . Fred , can you lend me some money ? ", How much do you want ? How much do you want ? ," 200yuan . I bought a computer online , so I have to pay the mortgage . " " 200yuan . I bought a computer online , so I have to pay the mortgage . ", I am so sorry to hear that . Is that enough ? I am so sorry to hear that . Is that enough ? , It's so nice of you . You really make my day . It's so nice of you . You really make my day . , Forget it ! We seemingly need to gather money little by little . Forget it ! We seemingly need to gather money little by little . , What you said is absolutely right . I will pay you back as soon as I get back on my feet . What you said is absolutely right . I will pay you back as soon as I get back on my feet . , No rush . You can give it back whenever you have it . "Diana , in your opinion , which is more important , IQ or EQ ? "," Why are you asking me the strange question , Jerry ? " " Why are you asking me the strange question , Jerry ? ", I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night . And the question just lined in my mind . I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night . And the question just lined in my mind . , Well . I think IQ matters more . But it won't work without EQ . Well . I think IQ matters more . But it won't work without EQ . , Why ? You seem pretty sure about it . Why ? You seem pretty sure about it . , Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life . Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life . , But IQ is decided at birth.One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it . But IQ is decided at birth.One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it . , That's why people's achievement varies greatly . That's why people's achievement varies greatly . ," That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them . " " That ' s true , but what if one comes across some difficulties . He must rely on his EQ to deal with them . "," Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ? " " Yes , Jerry , can you share your understanding of EQ ? ", I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives . I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives . , Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ? Quite right . Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success ? , Just as Forrest ? Just as Forrest ? ," Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ . " " Yes , his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ . ", I got it . May I recommend you Tsingtao beer ? , Tsingtao beer ? Tsingtao beer ? ," Yes , sir . It's one of the best beers in China . " " Yes , sir . It's one of the best beers in China . ", Really ? Really ? ," Yes . The beer is brewed by using carefully selected malts , rice , hops and natural water from the Lao Mountain . " " Yes . The beer is brewed by using carefully selected malts , rice , hops and natural water from the Lao Mountain . ", How about its taste ? How about its taste ? ," Fine , sir . " " Fine , sir . "," That sounds great . Two Tsingtao beers , please . " " That sounds great . Two Tsingtao beers , please . ", Tin or bottle ? Tin or bottle ? ," Tin , please . " " Tin , please . "," Would you like it on the rocks , sir ? " " Would you like it on the rocks , sir ? "," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", You're welcome . Mike ! Look at the floor ! , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , What's wrong with it ? It's filthy ! What's wrong with it ? It's filthy ! , Oh ... Oh ... , It's filthy because you never wipe your shoes . It's filthy because you never wipe your shoes . ," Sorry , love . " " Sorry , love . ", What are you looking for now ? What are you looking for now ? , My cigarettes . My cigarettes . ," Well , they ' re not here.They are in the dustbin . " " Well , they ' re not here.They are in the dustbin . ", In the dustbin ! Why didn't you tell me before ? "Good morning , sir . Is there anything I can do for you ? ", I would like to buy two bottles of brandy . I would like to buy two bottles of brandy . , How about this one ? It's the special local product . How about this one ? It's the special local product . , Can I buy these tax free ? Can I buy these tax free ? , Yes . This is a duty-free shop . Your muscles are a spectacle ! ," Thank you.That ' s the result of exercise.By the way , do you work out ? " " Thank you.That ' s the result of exercise.By the way , do you work out ? "," No , but I am starting working out from now on . " " No , but I am starting working out from now on . ", Fine . You look a bit dull today . What's up ? ," Well , my mum lost her job yesterday . " " Well , my mum lost her job yesterday . "," I'm sorry to hear that . Well , I heard that registered urban unemployment rate reached 4 percent this year , with more than half being women . " " I'm sorry to hear that . Well , I heard that registered urban unemployment rate reached 4 percent this year , with more than half being women . ", The supply outstrips the demand in the job market and women are in a disadvantageous position as a whole . The supply outstrips the demand in the job market and women are in a disadvantageous position as a whole . ," Yeah , it's true . What is she going to do ? " " Yeah , it's true . What is she going to do ? "," Well , she is thinking of doing some household cleaning or baby sitting in the community . " " Well , she is thinking of doing some household cleaning or baby sitting in the community . ", That's not bad . It could be a short-term alternative . Your mum can look for another one when the market improves . Things will work out eventually . That's not bad . It could be a short-term alternative . Your mum can look for another one when the market improves . Things will work out eventually . , Thank you . I just hope she won't feel pressed . "Hello , Alice . Would you like to go to the temple fair with me ? ", Temple fair ? Temple fair ? ," Yes . The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth , and they have developed into a festival filled with food , performances and games now . " " Yes . The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth , and they have developed into a festival filled with food , performances and games now . ", Sounds interesting ! Sounds interesting ! ," Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common . " " Absolutely , I love temple fairs . Beijing has several temple fairs recently . They are different from each other to some extent , but also have a lot in common . ", I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ? I just can't wait to see them . Which one do you choose today ? ," What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you . " " What about Tianqiao Temple Fair ? A variety of opera performances , acrobatics shows , and food will dazzle you . ", Great ! Do you know how to get there ? Great ! Do you know how to get there ? , Of course . Of course . , Couldn't be better . How can I help you ? , I want to open another account . I want to open another account . , What kind would you like to open ? What kind would you like to open ? , I would like to open a savings account . I would like to open a savings account . , Do you already have an account with us ? Do you already have an account with us ? , I have another savings account open already . I have another savings account open already . , Do you want to transfer money from that account ? Do you want to transfer money from that account ? , I would like to do that . I would like to do that . , How much ? How much ? , I only want to transfer $ 100 . I only want to transfer $ 100 . , It ’ ll only take me a minute to complete your transaction . It ’ ll only take me a minute to complete your transaction . , Great . Thank you very much . Hi there . Welcome to Lincoln Corporate Services . How can we help ? , Hi . I was wondering what kind of fixed asset loans you have ? Do you have Fixed Asset Loans ? Hi . I was wondering what kind of fixed asset loans you have ? Do you have Fixed Asset Loans ? ," Yes , we do . You'll go through the acceptance application , then a first review , then an evaluation and examination and finally get approval . Why don't you read through this brochure ? It outlines all of the important aspects of the loan , the terms and conditions , etc . " " Yes , we do . You'll go through the acceptance application , then a first review , then an evaluation and examination and finally get approval . Why don't you read through this brochure ? It outlines all of the important aspects of the loan , the terms and conditions , etc . "," That's a good idea , to familiarise myself with it . Then , I'll be back if we decide to go ahead . " "Hello ? This is John Smith.Can I speak to Mr.White , please ? ", This is Mr.White speaking . This is Mr.White speaking . ," Hi . I understand that you have a house for sale , haven ’ t you ? " " Hi . I understand that you have a house for sale , haven ’ t you ? ", Yes . Yes . , I ’ d like to know more about it . I ’ d like to know more about it . , Can you come to my office this afternoon at 3 o ’ clock ? Can you come to my office this afternoon at 3 o ’ clock ? , OK . I will be there . OK . I will be there . , Thank you for calling.Goodbye . Thank you for calling.Goodbye . , Bye . "Hey , let's arm wrestle ! ", Not now . Not now . , Chicken ! You're afraid I'll beat you . Chicken ! You're afraid I'll beat you . , Are you kidding ? I just feel tired right now . I called HP about my computer . , What did they say ? What did they say ? , They said I need a new hard drive . They said I need a new hard drive . , That's too bad . How much is a new one ? That's too bad . How much is a new one ? ," It's not too much , only about $ 85 . " " It's not too much , only about $ 85 . ", Plus installation ? Plus installation ? ," No , my hard drive is easy to remove and replace . " " No , my hard drive is easy to remove and replace . ", Really ? Really ? ," Yes , it's just a couple of screws . " " Yes , it's just a couple of screws . ", That's nice . That's nice . , It's a lot better than paying someone $ 60 . It's a lot better than paying someone $ 60 . ," If my hard drive crashes , I'll just call you . " Excuse me . Could you please take a picture of us with this camera ? , Sure . Which button do I press to shoot ? Sure . Which button do I press to shoot ? , This one . This one . , Do I have to focus it ? Do I have to focus it ? ," No , this is a focus-free camera . All you have to do is point and press the button . " " No , this is a focus-free camera . All you have to do is point and press the button . ", All right . Say cheese ! "OK , so this is the main factory area . We're now walking past the printing machine . It's printing in four colours at the moment . ", What's going on over there ? What's going on over there ? , They're setting up the machine for a new run . They're setting up the machine for a new run . , How long does that usually take ? How long does that usually take ? , About twenty minutes . About twenty minutes . , What's happening at the far end ? What's happening at the far end ? , That's the packing line . The goods are being wrapped and loaded onto pallets ready for transportation . "Sorry , stewardess . Where shall I put my bags ? ", You can place the smaller one in the overhead bin and put the bigger one under the seat in front of you . You can place the smaller one in the overhead bin and put the bigger one under the seat in front of you . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Please make sure to fasten your seat belt . We are to take off . "Good morning , sir . What can I do for you ? ", Check out please . Check out please . , You have stayed for 6 day.Here is your bill . You have stayed for 6 day.Here is your bill . , Here is the cash.Can you look after my baggage for a while ? Here is the cash.Can you look after my baggage for a while ? ," Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ . " " Surely of course . But you have to be back by 5 o'clock , otherwise we will charge you 10 $ . "," OK , thank you . " I want to make dinner tonight . , What are you thinking of making ? What are you thinking of making ? , I don't have any idea what to cook . I don't have any idea what to cook . , How about making a teriyaki bowl ? How about making a teriyaki bowl ? , Can you tell me how to make it ? Can you tell me how to make it ? , All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice . All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice . ," Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ? " " Okay , but what do I have to do to prepare it ? ", All you have to do is cook some white rice . All you have to do is cook some white rice . , What do I do after that ? What do I do after that ? , Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce . Then cut up the beef and marinate it in teriyaki sauce . , What else do I have to do ? What else do I have to do ? , All that's left is to cook it . What exactly is the problem with the latest lot ? , We are faced with the problem that part of the consignment is unacceptable . We assume that damage occurred during the consignment was in your care . We are faced with the problem that part of the consignment is unacceptable . We assume that damage occurred during the consignment was in your care . , But we can't accept your damage claim . But we can't accept your damage claim . , Why not ? Why not ? , You didn't note the damage on the bill of lading . What ’ s wrong ? , I got laid off today . I got laid off today . , Oh no ! That ’ s terrible ! Oh no ! That ’ s terrible ! , Yeah . Yeah . , What happened ? What happened ? , My boss said I didn ’ t have enough skills to do the job well . My boss said I didn ’ t have enough skills to do the job well . , What are you going to do ? What are you going to do ? , I ’ m going to start taking classes at the local community college to try to improve my skills . Then I ’ ll start looking for a new position . Stop burping . , I can't help it . "Victoria , you are back from vacation ! How was it ? "," To tell the truth , I feel tired . " " To tell the truth , I feel tired . ", How come ? How come ? , I had to visit all my relatives . "George , is your chicken OK ? "," It tastes great , but it is really dry . Is your fish all right ? " " It tastes great , but it is really dry . Is your fish all right ? ", My fish is very dry . My fish is very dry . , I wonder if they left it sitting around too long before they served it . I wonder if they left it sitting around too long before they served it . , That's exactly what I was thinking had happened . That's exactly what I was thinking had happened . , Are your vegetables OK ? Are your vegetables OK ? , The vegetables are kind of mushy . The vegetables are kind of mushy . , So are mine . I think they left them cooking too long . So are mine . I think they left them cooking too long . ," The food here is usually good , so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is a problem . " " The food here is usually good , so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is a problem . ", I think that you are right . Maybe they can give us a free dessert or something . Welcome to our hotel's indoor swimming pool . What can I do for you ? , You see this is the first time for me to use the swimming pool . I've got no idea about the water temperature of the pool . I'm afraid it might be a little cold . You see this is the first time for me to use the swimming pool . I've got no idea about the water temperature of the pool . I'm afraid it might be a little cold . ," You don't need to worry about that . madam . We have a warm massage pool , and the temperature is 36 ° C . " " You don't need to worry about that . madam . We have a warm massage pool , and the temperature is 36 ° C . ", I see . But I'm not a good swimmer . Can you tell me how deep the pool is ? I see . But I'm not a good swimmer . Can you tell me how deep the pool is ? ," Certainly , madam . The deepest place is two meters but you can swim in the shallow area , which is only l . 4 meter in depth . We have separate locker rooms over there and they are free of charge . " " Certainly , madam . The deepest place is two meters but you can swim in the shallow area , which is only l . 4 meter in depth . We have separate locker rooms over there and they are free of charge . ", That's great ! Can you give me the key to the locker ? I can't wait to have a try . Where is Tom ? , He is in the bedroom and fallen asleep . He is in the bedroom and fallen asleep . , What ? It ’ s only 9 p . m . Now . Why today he went to bed so early ? What ? It ’ s only 9 p . m . Now . Why today he went to bed so early ? , He ran four miles and came back dead beat . He ran four miles and came back dead beat . ," Oh , I see . " I'm really in a flap about the interview . , Take it easy.you ' Ve made enough preparations . Take it easy.you ' Ve made enough preparations . , I'm in such a need of the job that I can't afford any mistakes . I'm in such a need of the job that I can't afford any mistakes . , I'm sure you'll pass it . have you seen bill recently ? ," yes . He ’ s in hospital with a bad back . One morning , he just couldn ’ t get out of bed.His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital . He ’ s been there for a few days now . " " yes . He ’ s in hospital with a bad back . One morning , he just couldn ’ t get out of bed.His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital . He ’ s been there for a few days now . ", daisy ’ s in hospital too . she got food poisoning last week . She thinks she got it from some bad seafood . daisy ’ s in hospital too . she got food poisoning last week . She thinks she got it from some bad seafood . ," you have to be very careful with seafood . It tastes lovely , but it often causes upset stomachs . Have you heard anything from tom ? " " you have to be very careful with seafood . It tastes lovely , but it often causes upset stomachs . Have you heard anything from tom ? "," he ’ s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold . " " he ’ s fine , but he had a fever last week . He probably just had a cold . "," he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ’ s her allergy . " " he might be allergic to pollen . My niece is allergic to pollen . It seems like she has a cold , but in fact it ’ s her allergy . "," I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ’ s got jetlag now . she ’ s just resting today , but we ’ ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow . " " I see . My niece just flew back from Australia to visit . She ’ s got jetlag now . she ’ s just resting today , but we ’ ll probably go out somewhere tomorrow . "," it ’ s nice that she ’ s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look . " " it ’ s nice that she ’ s back for a while . Thinking of all these ailments , I got a splinter the other day . It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin . Look . "," oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling . " " oh , your hand is still sore . You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling . ", that ’ s a good idea . You ’ Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand . that ’ s a good idea . You ’ Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand . ," yes , I banged it against to cooker yesterday . It really hurt , but it ’ s OK now . the bruise will disappear soon . " Can I help you ? ," Yes , how much is the teapot ? " " Yes , how much is the teapot ? ", Two hundred and thirty yuan . Two hundred and thirty yuan . , I'm afraid I haven't got enough money on me . I'm afraid I haven't got enough money on me . , You can come later . You can come later . , What's the time now ? What's the time now ? , It's half past seven . It's half past seven . , I want to know at what time you close . I want to know at what time you close . , We offer 24 - hour service . We offer 24 - hour service . ," Oh , that's great ! Thank you . " Excuse me . ," Yes , sir . Can I help you ? " " Yes , sir . Can I help you ? "," Um , this steak , I asked for to be medium rare . " " Um , this steak , I asked for to be medium rare . "," Medium rare , that ’ s right , sir . I remember your order . " " Medium rare , that ’ s right , sir . I remember your order . "," Well , I ’ m afraid it isn ’ t . It ’ s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ? " " Well , I ’ m afraid it isn ’ t . It ’ s a bit too well done and rather tough . Would you mind changing ? "," If it is not to your satisfaction , I ’ ll certainly bring you another . But I ’ m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes . " " If it is not to your satisfaction , I ’ ll certainly bring you another . But I ’ m afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes . "," Yes , that ’ s all right . Thank you very much . " I am a reporter from Channel 5 News . , What ’ s up ? What ’ s up ? , Could I ask you some questions ? Could I ask you some questions ? ," Sure , you can . " " Sure , you can . ", Did you vote today ? Did you vote today ? , I sure did ! What candidate did you vote for ? , I can ’ t disclose that information . I can ’ t disclose that information . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , My vote is my own private business . My vote is my own private business . , I understand . I understand . , I voted for our next President . Can I help you ? , I'd like to buy a tie to match this suit . I'd like to buy a tie to match this suit . , We have various colors . How about this one ? We have various colors . How about this one ? ," Well , the color is all right . But it looks outdated.Can you show me that one ? " " Well , the color is all right . But it looks outdated.Can you show me that one ? ", You have a very good taste . It's our best seller . You have a very good taste . It's our best seller . , Really ? Really ? ," Sure ! Look , it suits you well . " "Excuse me , Mr . Macmillan ? "," Yes , Ms . Ross ? What do you need ? " " Yes , Ms . Ross ? What do you need ? ", I was hoping you would write a letter of recommendation . I want to enter a Master ’ s program in marketing . It ’ s all on weekends and evenings . I was hoping you would write a letter of recommendation . I want to enter a Master ’ s program in marketing . It ’ s all on weekends and evenings . , Good news ! I ’ ll be glad to . When do you need it ? Do you think you'll get the project ? , It's a chance in a million . I hear John is interested in it . It's a chance in a million . I hear John is interested in it . ," I see.After all , he's boss's son . " " I see.After all , he's boss's son . "," But anyway , I'll have a try . " "Well , it ’ s really too late . I have to go now . ", Could you stay a little longer ? Could you stay a little longer ? ," Sorry , I can ’ t.My mother doesn ’ t want me to be late . I really have to go . " " Sorry , I can ’ t.My mother doesn ’ t want me to be late . I really have to go . "," In that case , I won ’ t keep you.Remember to give me a call . " " In that case , I won ’ t keep you.Remember to give me a call . ", Thank you for your delicious meal . "... Now that we have been over the gory details of our disastrous first quarter , Ed ! Give us some good news . How are things looking for us in terms sales this month ? ", Uh well ... would you like the bad news first or the really bad news ? Uh well ... would you like the bad news first or the really bad news ? ," What ? Ed , don ’ t tell me you only have bad news ! " " What ? Ed , don ’ t tell me you only have bad news ! "," Well sir , our sales have dropped , no plunged , fifty percent in the past month alone . We are currently overstocked and overstaffed and our profits refalling fast . The market is in recession and we have no way of moving our inventory , or getting rid of our staff . If we consider redundancies , it would cost us a fortune because of the new regulations governing compensation packages . It ’ s a real mess . " " Well sir , our sales have dropped , no plunged , fifty percent in the past month alone . We are currently overstocked and overstaffed and our profits refalling fast . The market is in recession and we have no way of moving our inventory , or getting rid of our staff . If we consider redundancies , it would cost us a fortune because of the new regulations governing compensation packages . It ’ s a real mess . ", For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ? For crying out loud ... How fast are we losing money ? ," Um ... how can I put this ? Let ’ s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months . " " Um ... how can I put this ? Let ’ s just say that at this pace , we will be filing for Chapter eleven in less than three months . ", What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ’ s the bad news ? What ! Geez ! How could this have happened ? So what ’ s the bad news ? ," Oh , that ’ s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ’ re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ’ re going to have to shoulder this cost . " " Oh , that ’ s the really bad news . Our supplier suffered QC problems and , well , half of our production is faulty . We ’ re going to have to recall all itemssold in the last quarter . And the worst part ? We ’ re going to have to shoulder this cost . ", Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess ! Are you joking ? Get the supplier on the line now ! They have to assume the costs of this mess ! ," We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country . " " We tried that , sir . The factory has gone under and the owner apparently has fled the country . ", We ’ re doomed ! We ’ re doomed ! , There is some really good news though ! There is some really good news though ! , Really ? What ! Really ? What ! , I got offered a new job ! Could you introduce some whitening products for me ? ," Please forgive me just being frankly , madam . You don't need whitening products because you look pretty white . But you have freckles on your face . " " Please forgive me just being frankly , madam . You don't need whitening products because you look pretty white . But you have freckles on your face . ", Then what kind of product can fade freckles ? Then what kind of product can fade freckles ? , I recommend Nisei products . This brand has a face cream which is effective on fading freckles . I recommend Nisei products . This brand has a face cream which is effective on fading freckles . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , 419 yuan . 419 yuan . , It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ? It is too expensive for me . Do you have something cheaper ? , I'm afraid there isn't . My brother started investing money when he was 16 years old . , The early bird catches the worm . Our advertisement says English competence is a key requirement of this position . Then how do you think of your proficiency in written and spoken English ? ," I have learned English for 10 years , and I have passed College English Test Band 4 and 6.My spoken English is fairly good enough to express myself fluently . " " I have learned English for 10 years , and I have passed College English Test Band 4 and 6.My spoken English is fairly good enough to express myself fluently . ", What other foreign language do you speak ? What other foreign language do you speak ? ," I did self-study of Japanese in college , and I can carry on some simple conversations in Japanese . " What do you think are the qualities a nurse should have ? ," They are responsibility , skill , patience , quietness , and so on . " " They are responsibility , skill , patience , quietness , and so on . ", What kind of medicines does the doctor usually prescribe to children who get high fever ? What kind of medicines does the doctor usually prescribe to children who get high fever ? , Aspirin . "Hello , Peace Hotel . "," Hello , I'm calling from Beijing . I'd like to reserve a double room with a bath from tonight on for five days , please . " " Hello , I'm calling from Beijing . I'd like to reserve a double room with a bath from tonight on for five days , please . "," A moment , please . I'll check our room availability for these days ... Yes , that's all right.What ' s your name please ? " " A moment , please . I'll check our room availability for these days ... Yes , that's all right.What ' s your name please ? ", John Smith . J-O-H-N S-M-I-T-H . "Hello everyone , and welcome to our CPR for beginners course.First of all , does anyone know what CPR stands for ? ", Cardiopulmonary resuscitation ! Cardiopulmonary resuscitation ! , That ’ s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest . That ’ s right ! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest . , What does that mean ? What does that mean ? ," Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ’ s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ’ s begin ! I need a volunteer . " " Well , basically if your heart stops pumping blood , or your lungs stop pumping air , then we need to get them going again ! That ’ s when we have to apply this procedure . Let ’ s begin ! I need a volunteer . ", Me ! Me ! Me ! Me ! ," Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ’ s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ’ s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ’ s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this . " " Alright , come here and lay flat on your back . Let ’ s suppose this young woman has stopped breathing . We must lift the person ’ s chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs . Then we place our mouth over the other person ’ s mouth and blow air two or three times , like this . "," Wait , what are you doing ? I ’ m a married woman ! You can ’ t just try to kiss me like this ! " " Wait , what are you doing ? I ’ m a married woman ! You can ’ t just try to kiss me like this ! ", Madam I ’ m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency . Madam I ’ m not trying to kiss you ! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency . ," Well , OK . But no French kissing ! " " Well , OK . But no French kissing ! "," As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ’ s chest , and press down firmly two or three times . " " As I was saying , we blow air through the mouth in this manner . Once this is done , we must try to get the heart going again . To do this , we place our hands over the person ’ s chest , and press down firmly two or three times . "," Wait , what are you doing ! You can ’ t just kiss me then go for second base ! " "Good coming , Sir . ", Good morning . Good morning . , Where would you like to go ? Where would you like to go ? , To the airport please . To the airport please . , Here we are . Here we are . , Thank you . How much is it ? Thank you . How much is it ? , Nine pounds twenty . Nine pounds twenty . , Here's ten pounds . Keep the change . Here's ten pounds . Keep the change . , Thank you . Sir Thank you . Sir ," You're welcome , Goodbye ! " Let's go to Burger Queen for lunch . They have good cheese burgers . ," OK . I am hungry , too . I like their milkshake . They're very creamy and tasty . " " OK . I am hungry , too . I like their milkshake . They're very creamy and tasty . "," Look at the long line , there are always a lot of people waiting in lines just for the cheese burger . It must be very delicious . " " Look at the long line , there are always a lot of people waiting in lines just for the cheese burger . It must be very delicious . "," Yup . But , this also means we have to wait to order our food . " " Yup . But , this also means we have to wait to order our food . "," Come on . It is worth waiting . Their cheese burgers are really popular . Once you have it , you will love it . " " Come on . It is worth waiting . Their cheese burgers are really popular . Once you have it , you will love it . "," Well , sounds very attractive . I just tried their vanilla milkshake last time , and it was really delicious . " " Well , sounds very attractive . I just tried their vanilla milkshake last time , and it was really delicious . "," Yup , they have good French fries as well . Not very thick , but crispy enough . You should try them with some mayonnaise sauce . That is the Belgium style . You will love it . " " Yup , they have good French fries as well . Not very thick , but crispy enough . You should try them with some mayonnaise sauce . That is the Belgium style . You will love it . "," OK , I think I know what to order for my lunch now . But , eating too much fried food really makes me fat . " " OK , I think I know what to order for my lunch now . But , eating too much fried food really makes me fat . "," Come on . You just have it once in a while , not every day . It will not harm you . " " Come on . You just have it once in a while , not every day . It will not harm you . ", That's true . You can hear my tummy grumbling . I am really hungry ! That's true . You can hear my tummy grumbling . I am really hungry ! , Be patient . Good food never comes fast . Be patient . Good food never comes fast . , Ok ! Northwest Airline . ," Hello , I'd like to reconfirm my flight . " " Hello , I'd like to reconfirm my flight . "," May I have your flight No . , PLS ? " " May I have your flight No . , PLS ? ", My flight No . is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty . My flight No . is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty . ," Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ? " " Yes , that's our regular flight to Shanghai . What's your name , PLS ? ", I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J . I am Jason Armstrong . My first initial is J . ," One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ’ t you ? " " One minute . Oh , yes , here we are . You are flying economy class , aren ’ t you ? "," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . "," Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight ! " " Okay , you are all set , Mr . Armstrong . Enjoy your flight ! ", Thanks ! I would like to discuss purchasing a home with you . , I can help you . What location are you looking for ? I can help you . What location are you looking for ? , I would like to live in Pasadena or Arcadia . I would like to live in Pasadena or Arcadia . , Have you thought about what your needs are in terms of size ? Have you thought about what your needs are in terms of size ? , We would like a smaller cozy cottage with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom . We would like a smaller cozy cottage with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom . , Is living in a particular school district important to you ? Is living in a particular school district important to you ? ," No , we don ’ t really care because they are all pretty good around here . " " No , we don ’ t really care because they are all pretty good around here . "," Are you interested in purchasing on the lake , or would you like a home with a view ? " " Are you interested in purchasing on the lake , or would you like a home with a view ? ", We really want to live in a lakeside home with a dock for our boat . We really want to live in a lakeside home with a dock for our boat . ," Now that I have an idea of what you want , I can begin my search . " I have redecorated my bedroom . I decide to repaint the walls and change the pictures . I also bought a new pair of curtains . What do you think of it ? , I think is looks great . I really like the light colors you have chosen . The pictures are nice too . Did you bought any new furniture ? I think is looks great . I really like the light colors you have chosen . The pictures are nice too . Did you bought any new furniture ? , I bought a new mattress and some fresh bedclothes . I also bought a new dressing table and a new bedside table . I bought a new mattress and some fresh bedclothes . I also bought a new dressing table and a new bedside table . , new furniture makes a room seem so fresh . I see that you also bought a new lamp for your bedside table . new furniture makes a room seem so fresh . I see that you also bought a new lamp for your bedside table . , do you think that I should get a new wardrobe ? do you think that I should get a new wardrobe ? , that wardrobe looks quite big . Is it full of clothes ? that wardrobe looks quite big . Is it full of clothes ? , yes . I have so many clothes stuffed into it . Perhaps I should get rid of some of them . There are clothes in there that I never wear anymore . yes . I have so many clothes stuffed into it . Perhaps I should get rid of some of them . There are clothes in there that I never wear anymore . , I like to get rid of clothes that I don ’ t wear rather than keeping them in a wardrobe . They take up too much space . There are several charity shops that you can give old clothes to . They will be I like to get rid of clothes that I don ’ t wear rather than keeping them in a wardrobe . They take up too much space . There are several charity shops that you can give old clothes to . They will be ," that ’ s a good idea . After I get rid of the old clothes I no longer wear , I can see what new clothes I need to buy . " " that ’ s a good idea . After I get rid of the old clothes I no longer wear , I can see what new clothes I need to buy . ", I need to buy some new clothes for the summer too . Perhaps we can go together one day . I need to buy some new clothes for the summer too . Perhaps we can go together one day . , ok . I ’ ll let you know when I ’ Ve sorted out my clothes . Did you go to see Michael last night ? ," Yes , He had just bought a new motorcycle . " " Yes , He had just bought a new motorcycle . ", Did he let you ride it ? Did he let you ride it ? ," Yes , I tried it and I quite liked it . " " Yes , I tried it and I quite liked it . ", Weren ’ t you frightened ? Weren ’ t you frightened ? , Sure . But I still liked it . Sure . But I still liked it . , Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ? Would you like to buy a motorcycle yourself ? ," No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ’ d like to buy a bicycle . " " No . Although motorcycle is nice , I ’ d like to buy a bicycle . ", But why ? Since you like it so much . But why ? Since you like it so much . , Because bicycles are safer . What is this ? I didn't order that . , I ’ m terribly sorry . May I have your order again ? I'll get it right away . I ’ m terribly sorry . May I have your order again ? I'll get it right away . , I've ordered savory pork and coleslaw . I've ordered savory pork and coleslaw . , I'm sorry . I must have made a mistake . I'll bring them for you at once . I'm sorry . I must have made a mistake . I'll bring them for you at once . , Hey ! What is this ? Hey ! What is this ? ," Pardon me , Miss . But didn't you order chicken soup ? " " Pardon me , Miss . But didn't you order chicken soup ? "," Oh , Is that what this is ? " " Oh , Is that what this is ? "," I believe so . But if it really bothers you , I'll replace it for you . " " I believe so . But if it really bothers you , I'll replace it for you . "," No , don't replace it . Give a refund . " " No , don't replace it . Give a refund . ", Sorry . I'm afraid we can't . But you may order something else instead . Sorry . I'm afraid we can't . But you may order something else instead . ," Oh , really ? Give me a clam soup . " " Oh , really ? Give me a clam soup . "," Okay , Miss . " " Okay , Miss . ", Thank you . Thank you . , I hope you enjoy your dinner . Hi Brittany . What are you doing with all of your clothes on your bed ? , I'm trying to decide what to wear to school the first day . I'm trying to decide what to wear to school the first day . ," Oh , A . Mom didn't tell you ? " " Oh , A . Mom didn't tell you ? ", Didn't tell me what ? What ? Didn't tell me what ? What ? , This Bs ' school you're going to is going to make your life easy . This Bs ' school you're going to is going to make your life easy . , What are you talking about brother ? Spill it . What are you talking about brother ? Spill it . ," Uniforms , sis , no more worrying about appearances ! " " Uniforms , sis , no more worrying about appearances ! ", You mean I have to wear the same thing every day ? MOM ! Why do you want to be a teacher ? ," It's a job I have been dreaming of for many years . While it is difficult , I am convinced that there is nothing more noble and rewarding than this profession . " " It's a job I have been dreaming of for many years . While it is difficult , I am convinced that there is nothing more noble and rewarding than this profession . ", Do you know about our school ? Do you know about our school ? ," Yes , a little . I know your school is one of the best known in this town . There are about 200 children in the school . " ... I knew it . I always knew you were a lesbian ! ," She's my roommate , not my date . The D-man , as in dork . " " She's my roommate , not my date . The D-man , as in dork . "," Haha . Still got that great sense of humor , I see . Here's my card . I sell used cars . A car from us is a car you can trust ! " " Haha . Still got that great sense of humor , I see . Here's my card . I sell used cars . A car from us is a car you can trust ! ", Alrighty then . Didn't you use to date Sheryl ? Alrighty then . Didn't you use to date Sheryl ? ," Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy . " " Sweet little lassie . Yep , broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy . "," Oh ? I heard she dumped you . Anyway , she's right over there . Oh , Sheryl ! " "Jimmy , I ’ d like to wear this robe for tonight cocktail party . What do you think of it ? ", Don ’ t dress like that . You ’ ll make fool yourself . You look stupid in that robe . Don ’ t dress like that . You ’ ll make fool yourself . You look stupid in that robe . , What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing . What ? But it is my favorite piece of clothing . , Maybe it is . But it ’ s out of fashion . Maybe it is . But it ’ s out of fashion . , What am I going to do ? What am I going to do ? , Let ’ s go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you . Hi . I can't get going on my computer until I get a broadband hookup . ," Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you'll be off and running . " " Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you'll be off and running . "," That would be okay if I had an Ethernet port . Unfortunately , my laptop uses wireless only . " " That would be okay if I had an Ethernet port . Unfortunately , my laptop uses wireless only . "," In that case , let me tell you about some alternatives . " " In that case , let me tell you about some alternatives . ", Anything to get me up and running . Anything to get me up and running . ," For starters , we have a computer lab . " " For starters , we have a computer lab . ", Fantastic ! What do I have to pay per hour ? Fantastic ! What do I have to pay per hour ? , The lab is completely free . But you do have to pay a dime a page for printing . The lab is completely free . But you do have to pay a dime a page for printing . , That's fine . Now tell me about the other alternatives . That's fine . Now tell me about the other alternatives . , Just bring your laptop down here to the lobby . We're set up for wireless right here . Just bring your laptop down here to the lobby . We're set up for wireless right here . ," Great ! I like that suggestion , but what if I need to print something there ? " " Great ! I like that suggestion , but what if I need to print something there ? "," Unfortunately , you'll have to go to the computer lab for your printing needs . " "Mr.Wang , we haven't discussed the mode of payment . "," You know Mr . Forster , this is a really large purchase . I am afraid we can't pay off at one time . We have to pay by installment . " " You know Mr . Forster , this is a really large purchase . I am afraid we can't pay off at one time . We have to pay by installment . ", Do you mean you prefer a deferred payment ? Do you mean you prefer a deferred payment ? ," Yes , Mr.Forester . " " Yes , Mr.Forester . ", When do you start the payment then ? When do you start the payment then ? , We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments . We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments . , We can accept that but you have to pay the interest . We can accept that but you have to pay the interest . , All right . All right . , Shall we sign the agreement now ? Shall we sign the agreement now ? ," Ok , let's sign it . " Would you show me some table-cloths ? , Certainly . ( Take a table-cloth to her ) Certainly . ( Take a table-cloth to her ) , How much is it ? How much is it ? , A table-cloth of this size and style is 15 Yuan . A table-cloth of this size and style is 15 Yuan . , That ’ s reasonable . That ’ s reasonable . ," If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years . " " If you take good care of it , it will last you quite a number of years . ", Really ? I ’ ll take it then . "Hi , taxi.Could you take me to the financial street , please "," Pardon , where to , sir ? " " Pardon , where to , sir ? ", I want to go to the financial stree . I want to go to the financial stree . ," All right . Hop in , please . " " All right . Hop in , please . "," Excuse me , how long does it take to get there ? " " Excuse me , how long does it take to get there ? ", It usually takes about half an hour . It usually takes about half an hour . ," Oh , does it really a long way to go . " " Oh , does it really a long way to go . "," Yes . Moreover , since the street is heavy with traffic this time of day . I'm not sure we can make it . By the way , are you pressed for the time ? " " Yes . Moreover , since the street is heavy with traffic this time of day . I'm not sure we can make it . By the way , are you pressed for the time ? "," No , I'm not.you can just drive slowly and carefully . " " No , I'm not.you can just drive slowly and carefully . ", OK . OK . , You are very skillful driver . You are very skillful driver . , Thank you . Thank you . ," By the way , is the fair the same for any distance ? " " By the way , is the fair the same for any distance ? "," No . It versa according to the distance , you can read from the meter . " " No . It versa according to the distance , you can read from the meter . "," Oh , I see . " I need to pay the fine on my ticket . , Do you have the ticket with you ? Do you have the ticket with you ? ," Yes , I have my ticket with me . " " Yes , I have my ticket with me . ", Let me see your ID . Let me see your ID . , I forgot to bring that with me . I forgot to bring that with me . , You need it to pay your fine . You need it to pay your fine . , Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ? Why can't I just give you the money for the fine ? ," Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are . " " Because , I need to see a photo ID in order to verify who you are . "," Okay , I think I understand . " " Okay , I think I understand . "," All right , come back and bring your ID . " " All right , come back and bring your ID . "," So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ? " " So once I pay this off , my record will be cleared ? "," Once you pay it , your record will be cleared . " What are the requirements that you need to do the job ? , We want someone who can operate the common office equipments and have special skills in photography . We want someone who can operate the common office equipments and have special skills in photography . ," I can handle that . I can operate word - processor , fax machine , photostat , and other office equipments . " " I can handle that . I can operate word - processor , fax machine , photostat , and other office equipments . ", What do you think of your own qualification ? What do you think of your own qualification ? ," I have a master's degree and I meet all the needs you want , so I am confident of doing this job well . " I hate computer games . , Why ? They are fine . Why ? They are fine . , Because they are too violent . Some of them are even disgusting . Because they are too violent . Some of them are even disgusting . , Indeed there are bad games . But many of them are good . Indeed there are bad games . But many of them are good . ," If boys grow up with computer games , they will surely become bad . " " If boys grow up with computer games , they will surely become bad . ", Come on . Things are not so bad . Boys can learn to use the computer through games . It's nice of you to see me off . , It's my pleasure . Hope you ’ ll visit Beijing more often . It's my pleasure . Hope you ’ ll visit Beijing more often . , Thanks . Stop here now . Thanks . Stop here now . ," OK . I hope you have a good trip . Thanks ever so much for your cooperation , Mr . Simpson . Give my best wishes to Mr . Green . " " OK . I hope you have a good trip . Thanks ever so much for your cooperation , Mr . Simpson . Give my best wishes to Mr . Green . "," OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris . " " OK , I will . Goodbye and remember to look me up if ever you're in Paris . ", Goodbye and all the best . Goodbye and all the best . ," OK , bye for now ! " " OK , bye for now ! ", Bye . I go to the fitness center every weekend . , What for ? What for ? , To lose some weight . To lose some weight . ," Why , you look pretty all right . " "Oh , my God ! I've been cheated ! ", What ? What did you buy ? What ? What did you buy ? , It's a brick ! I can't believe how stupid I was . Damn it ! It's a brick ! I can't believe how stupid I was . Damn it ! , What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ? What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ? ," There was a guy on the sidewalk.He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes.He said he had to get rid of them quick . " " There was a guy on the sidewalk.He had three new boxes , Panasonic video camera boxes.He said he had to get rid of them quick . ", And ? And ? , So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks . So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks . , And it's a brick ? And it's a brick ? , Yes . Yes . , I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ? I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ? ," I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store.If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new . " " I wanted to . But he said , no , the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store.If it's opened , other people won't believe it's new . ", So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic . So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic . ," Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products.Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new . " " Yes , it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products.Look , it even had a bar-code price sticker on it ! It looked brand new . ", But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ? But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ? , He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen . He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen . ," Aha ! Now I understand.You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk.So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated ! " " Aha ! Now I understand.You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk.So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated ! "," C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it.We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box . " " C'mon , don't blame me ! I thought it was a new camera . We could use it.We were even thinking about buying a camera . I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box . ", That's no problem.He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy.And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from.Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around.So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you.Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks . That's no problem.He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap . That's easy.And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from.Maybe his friend works in an electronics store . They sell video cameras there . Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around.So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you.Twenty dollars a brick . That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks . ," You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ? " I think that ’ s settled . , I'm tired of your cut-and-dried opinions . Who do you think you are ! I'm tired of your cut-and-dried opinions . Who do you think you are ! , How dare you speak to me like this . How dare you speak to me like this . , Why not ? I've got to go to bed . Have to work tomorrow . ," OK . Good night , then . Have a good sleep . " " OK . Good night , then . Have a good sleep . ", Good night . See you tomorrow . "Good afternoon , doctor . ", Good afternoon . What can I do for you ? Good afternoon . What can I do for you ? , I'm an athlete for the Olympic Games here . I'm an athlete for the Olympic Games here . , About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg . It bled a lot . About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg . It bled a lot . , Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep . Let me have a look . You're very lucky because the cut is not deep . ," First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it . " " First , I'll clean up the wound and then dress it . ", Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ? Must I stop all my training ? Will I be able to attend the games ? , Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean . Take it easy . It's not serious . You should keep the wound very clean . , Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed . Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed . ," Thank you very much , doctor . " " Thank you very much , doctor . ", Not at all . You'll be OK soon . "Excuse me , where are the canned goods ? ", The counter is at the end of the aisle . They are kept in the ice chest . The counter is at the end of the aisle . They are kept in the ice chest . , Thank you.And where can I buy some delicatessen ? Thank you.And where can I buy some delicatessen ? , The delicatessen department is on the second floor . The delicatessen department is on the second floor . , Thanks a lot . "Are the expressions of sight draft , time draft , usance draft and letter of credit adequate terms to express the different methods of payment ? ", No . These terms need to be amplified . No . These terms need to be amplified . , What if the sale is made on the basis of sight draft ? What if the sale is made on the basis of sight draft ? ," Then the shipping documents have to be attached . That way , both parties confirm the documents that will accompany the draft and constitute evidence of shipment in compliance with the contract terms . " " Then the shipping documents have to be attached . That way , both parties confirm the documents that will accompany the draft and constitute evidence of shipment in compliance with the contract terms . "," Therefore , we must be very careful in building up clear expressions and complete understanding on both sides of trade . " " Therefore , we must be very careful in building up clear expressions and complete understanding on both sides of trade . "," Yes , that's very important . " I just got a telegram from Margaret and Greg . , Are they coming to Chicago again ? Are they coming to Chicago again ? , Yes . They ’ re coming the beginning of August . Yes . They ’ re coming the beginning of August . ," Oh , good ! We can all get together again . " " Oh , good ! We can all get together again . ", I ’ m glad they ’ re coming in August . Maybe Greg and I can play some golf or get tickets to a baseball game . I ’ m glad they ’ re coming in August . Maybe Greg and I can play some golf or get tickets to a baseball game . , And Margaret and I can take the dog and go jogging in the park . And Margaret and I can take the dog and go jogging in the park . , Remember the garden party they gave when we were in England ? Remember the garden party they gave when we were in England ? ," Oh , yes . We all sat on the grass , and Margaret played the guitar and sang Greek songs . " " Oh , yes . We all sat on the grass , and Margaret played the guitar and sang Greek songs . ", I had a great time . It ’ ll be good to see them again . How do your spend your time after work or in vacation ? ," In my spare time , I am fond of traveling and I always take a trip with my family . " " In my spare time , I am fond of traveling and I always take a trip with my family . "," But traveling is an expensive hobby , isn't it ? " " But traveling is an expensive hobby , isn't it ? ", You are deadly right . Good morning . May I help you ? ," Good morning , I have an appointment with Mr . Wang Li . " " Good morning , I have an appointment with Mr . Wang Li . "," He's not in , I'm afraid . " " He's not in , I'm afraid . ", But Could you tell me when he will be back ? But Could you tell me when he will be back ? ," I am sorry , I don't know . " " I am sorry , I don't know . "," well , do you think I could leave a message for him ? " " well , do you think I could leave a message for him ? ", Certainly . Let ’ s cross here . , You ’ re kidding . We ’ ll never make it across in one piece ! Let ’ s cross at the light . You ’ re kidding . We ’ ll never make it across in one piece ! Let ’ s cross at the light . , Now we have to walk all the way down to the end of the street . Now we have to walk all the way down to the end of the street . ," If you want to cross here , be my guest . I don ’ t feel like dodging cars and scooters ! " "I'm exhausted . My new exercise class is so hard , ", I think it is easy . I could work in your class with no problem . I think it is easy . I could work in your class with no problem . , You thing so ? You thing so ? ," Oh , without a doubt . When is the next class ? " " Oh , without a doubt . When is the next class ? ", Tomorrow morning . Try it . Tomorrow morning . Try it . , No problem . No problem . , Are you going to this class this morning ? Are you going to this class this morning ? ," Of course , easy . No sweat . " " Of course , easy . No sweat . ", You're no able to move after this class . You're no able to move after this class . , Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake . Are you kidding me ? It's going to be up a piece of cake . , You want to bet ? You want to bet ? ," Yeah , what't the bet ? " " Yeah , what't the bet ? ", I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing . "I heard you want to apply for the position as a foreign bank staff member , is it true ? "," Yes , it's true . " " Yes , it's true . ", What about the foreign bank ? What about the foreign bank ? , It's a branch of the Bank of America in Beijing . It's a branch of the Bank of America in Beijing . , What are the requirements ? What are the requirements ? ," The applicant must be alert and quick at figures , and like meeting the public . " " The applicant must be alert and quick at figures , and like meeting the public . ", Would you be using English every day in this job ? Would you be using English every day in this job ? , Yes . Because the customers are mostly Americans . Yes . Because the customers are mostly Americans . , The pay must be good . The pay must be good . ," Yes , starting salary is 6,000 yuan a month plus bonuses . " I have to find a living room set . , Where are you planning on looking for one ? Where are you planning on looking for one ? , I don't know . I don't know . , I can tell you where I got mine . I can tell you where I got mine . , Where did you go to find yours ? Where did you go to find yours ? , IKEA has beautiful furniture . IKEA has beautiful furniture . , Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ? Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot ? , The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars . The furniture cost a couple thousand dollars . , How good of quality is the furniture ? How good of quality is the furniture ? , It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for . It's very sturdy . You get what you pay for . , I don't mind paying for quality workmanship . I don't mind paying for quality workmanship . , I assure you that you're paying for quality . I don't think the manager will get mad at you for being late . , I don't know about that . Is Betty Sue in her office ? , I ’ m sorry . She ’ s in a meeting right now . I ’ m sorry . She ’ s in a meeting right now . , I see . I see . , Can I give her a message for you ? Can I give her a message for you ? ," Yes , please tell her I stopped by . " " Yes , please tell her I stopped by . "," And your name , please ? " " And your name , please ? "," Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ? " " Ted . Oh , and could you give her this document for me ? ", Certainly . I like double-breasted garment with no belt.Could you show me some ? , Here you are.Which size do you wear ? Here you are.Which size do you wear ? , Medium.May I try it on ? Medium.May I try it on ? , Of course.You look terrific in it ! Can I help you ? , Yes . I sent in my resume at the end of last week . I'm applying for the accounts assistant position . Yes . I sent in my resume at the end of last week . I'm applying for the accounts assistant position . , May I have your name please ? May I have your name please ? , My name is Judy Liao . That's spelled L I A O . My name is Judy Liao . That's spelled L I A O . , Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ? Alright ... And did you have some specific questions about your application ? ," Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume . " " Not really . I was in the neighborhood , and I just wanted to stop in to see if you received my resume . "," Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check.Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume . " " Oh , that's no problem . Just give me a moment , and I can check.Judy Liao . Let's see ... Yes , here it is . Judy Liao . We have received your resume . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Is there anything else I can help you with ? Is there anything else I can help you with ? ," Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ? " " Yes , maybe . The ad in the newspaper said you wanted the resume , a cover letter , and two letters of recommendation . I included those things in the envelope . Is there anything else I should send ? "," No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient . " " No , that is all we need . If we have those things included , that is sufficient . ", Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ? Do you know when they will start setting up interviews for the job ? , I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes.Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants . I'm not really sure about that . But I know we are still receiving resumes.Maybe after a week or two they will start calling applicants . ," I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful . " " I see . Well , thank you very much for helping me . You have been very helpful . "," If you have any further questions , you can call any time . " " If you have any further questions , you can call any time . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Thank you . Goodbye . I ’ m looking forward to relaxing this coming weekend . , I hope that I can finally find free time too . I ’ Ve been so busy at work recently . I hope that I can finally find free time too . I ’ Ve been so busy at work recently . , How might you spend the weekend . How might you spend the weekend . , I hope to do a little gardening . I find it very relaxing . I hope to do a little gardening . I find it very relaxing . , I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf . I might do that too . I hope the weather is nice . I could go and play some golf . ," I heard that the weather should be good . There ’ s a possibility of a shower , but it ’ s not very likely . " " I heard that the weather should be good . There ’ s a possibility of a shower , but it ’ s not very likely . "," Hopefully , we ’ ll both have relaxing weekends . " " Hopefully , we ’ ll both have relaxing weekends . "," Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true . " " Of course , something could come up and stop that wish coming true . "," Unfortunately , there ’ s always the possibility of some urgent work requiring our attention . " "My , it looks too queer ! "," Yes , it is a queer drug , a tonic only available in China . Many ancient Chinese medicine journals have recorded that it can cure such ailments as night sweat , pain at loins and knees and anaemia . It has no side effect . " " Yes , it is a queer drug , a tonic only available in China . Many ancient Chinese medicine journals have recorded that it can cure such ailments as night sweat , pain at loins and knees and anaemia . It has no side effect . ", Great ! Will you please tell me how to take it ? Great ! Will you please tell me how to take it ? ," Yes , madam . Fill 3 or 5 pieces of Cordyceps into a cleaned and chopped open duck's head and cook with the whole duck . Or stew Cordyceps with chicken . " " Yes , madam . Fill 3 or 5 pieces of Cordyceps into a cleaned and chopped open duck's head and cook with the whole duck . Or stew Cordyceps with chicken . ", That sounds very interesting ! That sounds very interesting ! , Please don't eat turnip and garlic when taking this medicine . Please don't eat turnip and garlic when taking this medicine . , Thank you very much . So awful ! I never fancy my salary is so little . ," Oh , don't be so sad . You can ask for a salary raise . " " Oh , don't be so sad . You can ask for a salary raise . "," Bingo ! I never thought about that before . I am working so hard and my accomplishment is significant , you know . " " Bingo ! I never thought about that before . I am working so hard and my accomplishment is significant , you know . ", So you suppose you deserve a salary raise . So you suppose you deserve a salary raise . ," I know I deserve it , but I can not find a way to talk with boss about this . " " I know I deserve it , but I can not find a way to talk with boss about this . "," You ought to point out how valuable you are , and tell her those people who have the same situation also get the salary raise . " " You ought to point out how valuable you are , and tell her those people who have the same situation also get the salary raise . ", That sounds reasonable . That sounds reasonable . , Remember it is the boss who hires you and tell her how much you have improved the office efficiency . Remember it is the boss who hires you and tell her how much you have improved the office efficiency . ," That's a point . It seems a little complicated . I will think about this for a while . I owe you one . After all , you give me an inspiration . " " That's a point . It seems a little complicated . I will think about this for a while . I owe you one . After all , you give me an inspiration . ", Forget it . Good luck . I hope you can make it . Is this supply ? , Yeah . This is supply . What can I do for you ? Yeah . This is supply . What can I do for you ? ," This is Rachel in Human Resources . I need two boxes of company letterhead , one box of ball-point pens , and a box of envelopes . " " This is Rachel in Human Resources . I need two boxes of company letterhead , one box of ball-point pens , and a box of envelopes . ", All right . No problem . What ’ s your extension ? Have you heard that Mel Gibson was arrested by the police last week ? ," No , not yet . Why ? " " No , not yet . Why ? ", For suspicion of driving under influence . For suspicion of driving under influence . , Oh . I am not his fan . Finding an excuse is obviously down your alley . And trying to avoid taking care of the children is what you are good at . ," Listen , Nancy . If I don't work hard , I will be laid off . " " Listen , Nancy . If I don't work hard , I will be laid off . ", You are passing the buck . I'll be hanged if I ask you to go to the park with us . You are passing the buck . I'll be hanged if I ask you to go to the park with us . ," Come on , Nancy . Play it cool . I go with you and burn the middle night oil tonight . " I'll help you with your homework . , I appreciate that . "Hey Lydia , what are you reading ? "," I ’ m looking at my horoscope for this month ! My outlook is very positive . It says that I should take a vacation to someplace exotic , and that I will have a passionate summer fling ! " " I ’ m looking at my horoscope for this month ! My outlook is very positive . It says that I should take a vacation to someplace exotic , and that I will have a passionate summer fling ! ", What are you talking about ? Let me see that ... What are horoscopes ? What are you talking about ? Let me see that ... What are horoscopes ? ," It ’ s a prediction of your month , based on your zodiac sign . You have a different sign for the month and date you were born in . I was born on April 15th , so I ’ m an Aries . When were you born ? " " It ’ s a prediction of your month , based on your zodiac sign . You have a different sign for the month and date you were born in . I was born on April 15th , so I ’ m an Aries . When were you born ? ", January 5th . January 5th . ," Let ’ s see . . . you ’ re a Capricorn . It says that you will be feeling stress at work , but you could see new , exciting developments in your love life . Looks like we ’ ll both have interesting summers ! " " Let ’ s see . . . you ’ re a Capricorn . It says that you will be feeling stress at work , but you could see new , exciting developments in your love life . Looks like we ’ ll both have interesting summers ! "," That ’ s bogus . I don't feel any stress at work , and my love life is practically nonexistent . This zodiac stuff is all a bunch of nonsense . " " That ’ s bogus . I don't feel any stress at work , and my love life is practically nonexistent . This zodiac stuff is all a bunch of nonsense . "," No , it ’ s not , your astrology sign can tell you a lot about your personality . See ? It says that an Aries is energetic and loves to socialize . " " No , it ’ s not , your astrology sign can tell you a lot about your personality . See ? It says that an Aries is energetic and loves to socialize . "," Well , you certainly match those criteria , but they ’ re so broad they could apply to anyone . What does it say about me ? " " Well , you certainly match those criteria , but they ’ re so broad they could apply to anyone . What does it say about me ? ", A Capricorn is serious-minded and practical . She likes to do things in conventional ways . That sounds just like you ! I have been thinking of buying a house and would like to speak with you . , I have time to speak with you . Where would you like to purchase your house ? I have time to speak with you . Where would you like to purchase your house ? ," I am most interested in Pasadena or Arcadia , but would be open to other suggestions . " " I am most interested in Pasadena or Arcadia , but would be open to other suggestions . ", How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need ? How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need ? , We have several generations of family living in our household and so need a very large home . We have several generations of family living in our household and so need a very large home . , Do you need to be located in a particular school district ? Do you need to be located in a particular school district ? ," It doesn ’ t matter , as we do not have any children . " " It doesn ’ t matter , as we do not have any children . "," Is a view important to you , or would you rather be located on a lakeshore lot ? " " Is a view important to you , or would you rather be located on a lakeshore lot ? "," In a perfect world , we would like a home with a view of the lake . " " In a perfect world , we would like a home with a view of the lake . ", Thank you for all of the information . I will help you find the perfect house for you . Hello . Can I speak to Anne ? , Who ’ s calling ? Who ’ s calling ? ," It ’ s Mike , her boyfriend . " " It ’ s Mike , her boyfriend . "," Hold on , I ’ ll get her . " " Hold on , I ’ ll get her . ", Thanks a lot . "Actually , you can take advantage of our "" New Millennium Woman "" promotion . "," Does that include some kind of "" Love , Amy Card "" ? " " Does that include some kind of "" Love , Amy Card "" ? "," Yes . If your "" Love , Amy "" purchases amount to 10,000 NT or more , you get a V . I . P . card and a 20 percent discount . " " Yes . If your "" Love , Amy "" purchases amount to 10,000 NT or more , you get a V . I . P . card and a 20 percent discount . ", Mmmm ... I'll have to think about it . Mmmm ... I'll have to think about it . , OK . Just think for a bit . I'll go help another customer . I'll be right back . Who ate the cookies that were sitting here ? ," I did , Mom . " " I did , Mom . ", Shame on you . I was saving them for your brother . This is just for you . Cheers ! Bottoms up . , En ... it tastes good . I appreciate what you have done for me . "I want to redo this poster , but John and Mary think it's good enough as it is . ", I'm on your side . It needs to be done over . Do you have a copy of our service contract with Telecoms ? I'm not happy with their response time and I'd like to check the terms and conditions of the contract . , Sure . I've got a copy here . It's due for renewal at the end of next month . We've still got time to look for another supplier if you're not happy . "Is this the first time you've come to our city , Mr . Ross ? "," Correct . I have expected to visit here for a long time . So fortunate for me , I can realize this expectation and meet you , Arden , and your kind-hearted staff in your company . " " Correct . I have expected to visit here for a long time . So fortunate for me , I can realize this expectation and meet you , Arden , and your kind-hearted staff in your company . "," I am so honored to hear that . Well , after staying here for several days , you must have some ideas about our company . We have been in the clothes field for many years , and yours brand is also well-known in the country . How about our cooperation ? " " I am so honored to hear that . Well , after staying here for several days , you must have some ideas about our company . We have been in the clothes field for many years , and yours brand is also well-known in the country . How about our cooperation ? ", That is one of reasons why I am here now . I am really willing to have some cooperation with your company . That is one of reasons why I am here now . I am really willing to have some cooperation with your company . , We intend to establish business relationship with your company on the basis of equality and mutual benefit . Please bring your baggage here for inspection . ," Here you are , officer . " " Here you are , officer . ", Is all your baggage here ? Is all your baggage here ? ," Yes , a camera bag , a travel bag and a suitcase . " " Yes , a camera bag , a travel bag and a suitcase . ", Have you got anything to declare ? Have you got anything to declare ? , No . I have only personal effects . What ’ s up ? ," I guess there is some kind of virus seeking into my computer , I can ’ t send out this e-mail . Do you have the number of the text port ? " " I guess there is some kind of virus seeking into my computer , I can ’ t send out this e-mail . Do you have the number of the text port ? ", Do you mind I have a look at your computer ? Do you mind I have a look at your computer ? ," Of course not , I appreciate that . " " Of course not , I appreciate that . "," Well , it has nothing to do with virus . The problem is your attachment is a bit larger . It has exceeded the e-mail capacity . " " Well , it has nothing to do with virus . The problem is your attachment is a bit larger . It has exceeded the e-mail capacity . ", I see . What can I do now ? I see . What can I do now ? , You can send a compressed one . Good morning . This is Dr . Mustn ’ s Office . Can I help you ? , Yes . This is Janet Smith . I ’ d like to make an appointment with Dr . Mustn as soon as possible . Yes . This is Janet Smith . I ’ d like to make an appointment with Dr . Mustn as soon as possible . , Is it urgent ( an emergency ) ? Is it urgent ( an emergency ) ? , Yes . I ’ Ve got an infected wound . Yes . I ’ Ve got an infected wound . , How about this afternoon at 2:00 ? How about this afternoon at 2:00 ? , That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , Don ’ t forget to bring your health card with you . Don ’ t forget to bring your health card with you . , I ’ ll bring the card . Thank you very much . I ’ ll bring the card . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . Do you like Barry ? ," No , not very much . He's too ambitious and dishonest . " " No , not very much . He's too ambitious and dishonest . ", I agree . I like his brother Paul . They are not alike . I agree . I like his brother Paul . They are not alike . , Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother . Yes . They are completely different . Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother . , What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ? What kind of person do you consider yourself to be ? ," I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy . " " I think I'm polite , careful , relaxed and shy . "," Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party . " " Oh , I don't think you're shy ! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party . "," Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first.Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy ! " " Well . Yes , but those people always start talking to me . I never talk to them first.Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think . Anyway , you're certainly not shy ! ", You're right . I love going out and making new friends . You're right . I love going out and making new friends . ," So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ? " " So , you'll be at my birthday party on Friday ? ", Of course ! "Are you sure Lucy has it bad for you ? If she does , she will certainly bend over backwards for you . But if she doesn't , it would be a job to change her . "," I don't know whether she has it bad for me , but she enjoys being with me . " " I don't know whether she has it bad for me , but she enjoys being with me . ", And do you really love her ? And do you really love her ? , I think I do . I don't think I can be happier with another girl . I have to miss school next week . , Isn't there some way you could work your schedule out to be here ? Isn't there some way you could work your schedule out to be here ? ," Unfortunately , this is what I have to do . " " Unfortunately , this is what I have to do . ", How are you going to catch up ? How are you going to catch up ? , I've got it all covered . I've got it all covered . ," If you miss this class , you will have used up your quota for the semester . " " If you miss this class , you will have used up your quota for the semester . "," Don't worry , this will be the last class I miss . " " Don't worry , this will be the last class I miss . ", Make sure to remind me right before you are absent . Make sure to remind me right before you are absent . , I'll remember . I'll remember . , Enjoy your day off and don't forget to study ! I'm phoning about the factory visit next Friday . What should I do when I arrive ? , Park in the visitors ' car park in front of the factory and then go to the gatehouse . It's directly opposite the entrance to the car park . The Security people will sign you in and give you a visitor's badge . My assistant will come down to meet you . Park in the visitors ' car park in front of the factory and then go to the gatehouse . It's directly opposite the entrance to the car park . The Security people will sign you in and give you a visitor's badge . My assistant will come down to meet you . ," OK , thanks . Look forward to seeing you on Friday , then . " What's your name ? , My name is Sam . My name is Sam . ," How are you , Sam ? " " How are you , Sam ? ", I'm fine . Thank you . I'm fine . Thank you . ," Where are you from , Sam ? " " Where are you from , Sam ? ", I'm from England . I'm from England . , What is your job ? What is your job ? , I'm a bank manager . "Are you an outgoing person , or more reserved ? "," I wouldn't call myself outgoing . I used to be very shy when I was little , and it seems that I get a little more relaxed a-round people year after year , and have more fun in groups . " " I wouldn't call myself outgoing . I used to be very shy when I was little , and it seems that I get a little more relaxed a-round people year after year , and have more fun in groups . ", Are you more of a follower or a leader ? Are you more of a follower or a leader ? ," I don't try to get in front of people and lead them , particularly . I'd rather cooperate with everybody else , and get the job done by working together . " " I don't try to get in front of people and lead them , particularly . I'd rather cooperate with everybody else , and get the job done by working together . ", What basic principles do you apply to your life ? What basic principles do you apply to your life ? ," Not to put off till tomorrow what you can do today . I've found out that time and money get away very easily — you think you have them , and they're gone ! Putting things off just makes it worse later , so even if it's hard at the time , I try to get things done that day and not let them go . " That was really a nightmare ! ," Honey , what's up ? " " Honey , what's up ? ", I was stuck between 15th and 16th floors in the elevator . I was stuck between 15th and 16th floors in the elevator . ," Oh , really ? I know that telephone signal must have been shielded in the elevator shaft , so what did you do then ? " " Oh , really ? I know that telephone signal must have been shielded in the elevator shaft , so what did you do then ? ", I pressed the emergency button ! And then I stayed in the elevator waiting for the rescue . I pressed the emergency button ! And then I stayed in the elevator waiting for the rescue . , Did you panic at the time ? Did you panic at the time ? ," A little bit , but I know that the elevator isn't enclosed . at least I wouldn't be smothered there . " " A little bit , but I know that the elevator isn't enclosed . at least I wouldn't be smothered there . ", Was there anyone else with you ? Was there anyone else with you ? ," Of course , there are 6 other people in the elevator ; they were so scared that someone even started crying . " " Of course , there are 6 other people in the elevator ; they were so scared that someone even started crying . ", So you mean that you were the only brave one there ? So you mean that you were the only brave one there ? , Yes . I have to call the property management . Yes . I have to call the property management . , For what ? Complaining about what happened in the elevator ? For what ? Complaining about what happened in the elevator ? ," Yes . They should check the elevator regularly . I have to give them something to remember about , and they should also equip fire extinguishers in the building . " " Yes . They should check the elevator regularly . I have to give them something to remember about , and they should also equip fire extinguishers in the building . ", That was just an accident . you are worried too much about it . I think the property management will check the elevator and improve their service from now on . That was just an accident . you are worried too much about it . I think the property management will check the elevator and improve their service from now on . ," I know what you mean , but I'd better remind them again , and also remind them to repair the button in the elevator for the disabled people . That has brought the disabled people lots of inconvenience . " I ’ m so surprised to meet you in this remote village . Long time no see . , Yeah . How are you these days ? Has the chief accepted our plan ? , Not yet . I guess we should send Jim along to talk to the chief since he is such an apple polisher . I am sure he can help . Not yet . I guess we should send Jim along to talk to the chief since he is such an apple polisher . I am sure he can help . , Let ’ s have a try . Guess what ? Paul and Susan are engaged . , Really ? When did that happen ? Really ? When did that happen ? , A week ago ? They met last summer and now just sink . They will be married soon . A week ago ? They met last summer and now just sink . They will be married soon . , Have they set a date for the wedding ? Have they set a date for the wedding ? ," No , not yet . But Susan says they ’ d like to get married in November or December . Then they ’ ll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon . " The weather is terrible . , Yeah . It's been raining a lot these days . Yeah . It's been raining a lot these days . , I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain . I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain . , Have you heard when it's supposed to get better ? Have you heard when it's supposed to get better ? ," I saw the weather report , and it's going to rain for the next eight days . " " I saw the weather report , and it's going to rain for the next eight days . ", That sucks so much . What are we going to do ? That sucks so much . What are we going to do ? , I'm getting pretty bored . We should do something despite the rain . I'm getting pretty bored . We should do something despite the rain . , I'm with you . What do you have in mind ? I'm with you . What do you have in mind ? , I haven't been to the Mall in a long time . Let's go there . I haven't been to the Mall in a long time . Let's go there . ," That sounds good . They have a movie theatre there , so if we get bored , we can watch a movie . " " That sounds good . They have a movie theatre there , so if we get bored , we can watch a movie . ", Great . I'll stop by your place now . Great . I'll stop by your place now . , Ok . Don't forget to bring your umbrella . The rain can start up again anytime . "Could you come and help me mend the computer , Neel ? ", What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , I can't log on the internet again . I can't log on the internet again . , Let me see . Did you change anything on your computer ? Let me see . Did you change anything on your computer ? ," No , never . " " No , never . ", What kind of anti-virus software do you use ? What kind of anti-virus software do you use ? , I don't have this kind of software . I don't have this kind of software . ," Are you riding ? You have to install an anti-virus software on your computer . If not , you will be attacked by viruses , and it can lead your computer into failure . " Don ’ t be worried . Please sit down and take it easy . , How could I feel easy ? I ’ m really pissed . How could I feel easy ? I ’ m really pissed . , But you should avoid finger-pointing when you haven ’ t got the real facts . But you should avoid finger-pointing when you haven ’ t got the real facts . , Ok . I ’ ll try my best to calm down first . OK.sir . Your room is done . Is there anything else I can do for you ? , Would you please help me send these clothes to the laundry ? Would you please help me send these clothes to the laundry ? , OK.sir . OK.sir . , When will they be ready ? When will they be ready ? , All the laundry will be ready by 5 All the laundry will be ready by 5 , That's fine.Thank you . Rob lost his bike . , What an idiot ! What would you like to order ? , I would like to have a hamburger . I would like to have a hamburger . , Did you want it with cheese ? Did you want it with cheese ? , I don't want cheese on it . I don't want cheese on it . , Did you want anything to drink ? Did you want anything to drink ? , I think I'm going to get a soda today . I think I'm going to get a soda today . , What kind of soda can I get you ? What kind of soda can I get you ? , A Sprite sounds good . A Sprite sounds good . , What else would you like ? What else would you like ? , Let me get a bag of chips too . Let me get a bag of chips too . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , That's all . Can I help you ? ," Yes , my brakes are not working well . " " Yes , my brakes are not working well . ", What's wrong with them ? What's wrong with them ? , I hear a noise and feel vibrations when step on the brake . I hear a noise and feel vibrations when step on the brake . , The front brake ? The front brake ? , I think so . I think so . , What kind of car is it ? What kind of car is it ? , Toyota Corolla 2002 . Toyota Corolla 2002 . ," Write down your name and address , give me the key , and I will check it out . " " Write down your name and address , give me the key , and I will check it out . ", Do you charge for checking it out ? Do you charge for checking it out ? , No . No . , How long is it going to take ? How long is it going to take ? , About half an hour . About half an hour . , I'll wait . I heard a rumor this morning ... It seems Trusten Tools is going out of business.Another competitor is going bankrupt.That could be good news for us . ," I think you must have heard wrong.The truth is we are going to be taken over by Trusten.We are being bought out , and our company will be merging with our largest competitor.It ' s not good news at all ... " " I think you must have heard wrong.The truth is we are going to be taken over by Trusten.We are being bought out , and our company will be merging with our largest competitor.It ' s not good news at all ... ", What ? We are merging with Trusten ? I never thought that would happen.Will we be getting new owners ? Will it affect our jobs ? What ? We are merging with Trusten ? I never thought that would happen.Will we be getting new owners ? Will it affect our jobs ? , Probably.The new owners will be coming to start alignment meetings nextweek.One of the big question is what to call the new conglomerate company . Probably.The new owners will be coming to start alignment meetings nextweek.One of the big question is what to call the new conglomerate company . ," Wow , with such a big change.We won't have the same name ? " " Wow , with such a big change.We won't have the same name ? "," It's not only the name of our company that will change ... I expect that after this acquisition , there'll be a ton of things up in the air . " "Good morning , Kate . Long time no see . "," Good morning , Vera , Nice to meet you . " " Good morning , Vera , Nice to meet you . "," Kate , I know you ’ Ve been a stewardess for more than one year . And I ’ ll have an interview on stewardess tomorrow . Can you tell me some etiquette about the interview ? " " Kate , I know you ’ Ve been a stewardess for more than one year . And I ’ ll have an interview on stewardess tomorrow . Can you tell me some etiquette about the interview ? ", Of course . First you should do up your long hair and do make up but not too thick . Of course . First you should do up your long hair and do make up but not too thick . , Is there anything else I should pay attention to ? Is there anything else I should pay attention to ? ," Yes , when you attend the interview , you should pay attention to your manner , style of conversation and expression . You should keep smiling always , being polite when you talk with the interviewer . Don't move from time to time when you sit there . And you also should know how to use eye contact . " " Yes , when you attend the interview , you should pay attention to your manner , style of conversation and expression . You should keep smiling always , being polite when you talk with the interviewer . Don't move from time to time when you sit there . And you also should know how to use eye contact . "," Thank you , I've learned so much from you . " " Thank you , I've learned so much from you . ", That ’ s all right . Hope you can do better tomorrow . I'm glad we live in a small town . , Why ? Why ? , Because the houses look so nice at Christmas time . Because the houses look so nice at Christmas time . ," Yes , they do . Do you have a Christmas tree this year ? " " Yes , they do . Do you have a Christmas tree this year ? "," Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ? " " Yes , we have a big tree this year . I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday . Do you want to come and see it ? ", I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother . I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother . , When can you come ? When can you come ? , I don't know when I can come . I'll let you know later . Hello . I am Bili and I made an appointment with you to see the house . ," Glad to meet you . This way , please . " " Glad to meet you . This way , please . ", The house is a little too old . The house is a little too old . , But it's quite convenient for you to go to any part of the city . The subway is nearby . But it's quite convenient for you to go to any part of the city . The subway is nearby . , Yes . That's why I like the house . "Hi , Sally ! You are talking to the proud father of a new baby girl ! "," Congratulations , Bob ! That ’ s great news , what ’ s her name ? " " Congratulations , Bob ! That ’ s great news , what ’ s her name ? ", We ’ Ve named her Alice after my wife ’ s grandmother . We ’ Ve named her Alice after my wife ’ s grandmother . , That ’ s a pretty name . Give your wife my best ! Guess what ? I won the speech contest at my school . ," Wow , that's great ! " How do you feel about wearing name logos or slogans on your clothing ? , I've never really thought about it before . I guess it doesn't bother me . I've never really thought about it before . I guess it doesn't bother me . , Do you think advertising has an influence on the choices you make when you're shopping ? Do you think advertising has an influence on the choices you make when you're shopping ? ," I guess so . I usually buy name-brand clothing , shoes , and electronic goods . How about you ? " " I guess so . I usually buy name-brand clothing , shoes , and electronic goods . How about you ? ", I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place ! I actually try to avoid name-brand items . I can't stand it when big companies advertise their products all over the place ! ," I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds . " " I know that advertisers are experts at persuading people to spend their money , I think brilliant items are usually higher quality than ~ grounds . "," I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense . " " I think is sensible to buy products that is high quality than others when you want to buy something that's going to last a long time , but I don't think it always makes sense . ", Do you have a brand preference for anything ? Do you have a brand preference for anything ? ," I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items . " " I do for shower items like shower gel and shampoo , but I don't for higher-end items . "," What do you think about the "" impossible is nothing "" billboard on the high street ? " " What do you think about the "" impossible is nothing "" billboard on the high street ? ", It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it . It's just a slogan for a famous company ; there's nothing really special about it . , I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention ! I think it's a brilliant advert ! It really grabs my attention ! , To each their own ! This apartment is wonderful . , I ’ m glad you like it . I ’ m glad you like it . , How much would I have to pay for rent ? How much would I have to pay for rent ? , The rent is $ 1050 each month . The rent is $ 1050 each month . , That ’ s way too much money . That ’ s way too much money . , It isn ’ t too much . It isn ’ t too much . , How about if I pay $ 850 ? How about if I pay $ 850 ? , I can ’ t take that . I can ’ t take that . , I can ’ t go any higher than $ 850 . I can ’ t go any higher than $ 850 . , I honestly don ’ t know what else to tell you . I honestly don ’ t know what else to tell you . , You can ’ t go any lower than that ? You can ’ t go any lower than that ? ," If you can ’ t afford $ 1050 , then we have no deal . " "Excuse me , sir , Is this the road to the peace Store ? "," You could get there this way , but it'd be faster to go along the Wort Street . " " You could get there this way , but it'd be faster to go along the Wort Street . "," Where's Wort Street , please ? " " Where's Wort Street , please ? "," Turn right at the third intersection , you'll see the street and then walk along the street to the south . " " Turn right at the third intersection , you'll see the street and then walk along the street to the south . ", How far is it from the Wort Street ? How far is it from the Wort Street ? ," Just walk for a few minutes , you'll find it . " " Just walk for a few minutes , you'll find it . ", Thank you very much . Will you be okay when you immigrate to America ? ," Sure , I'm looking forward to it . " " Sure , I'm looking forward to it . ", What about your parents ? What about your parents ? , I'll get used to not seeing my parents . There're traffic jam everywhere this hour of the day ! , I think something must be done . I would like to open a checking account at this branch . , Do you have any other accounts with this bank ? Do you have any other accounts with this bank ? ," I do , at a different location , I have a savings account and a CD . " " I do , at a different location , I have a savings account and a CD . "," In that case , we will need to fill out this paperwork . Do you have identification with you ? " " In that case , we will need to fill out this paperwork . Do you have identification with you ? ", Here is my driver's license . Will that work ? Here is my driver's license . Will that work ? ," Yes . Do you know what type of checking account you would like to open , business or personal ? " " Yes . Do you know what type of checking account you would like to open , business or personal ? ", Business please . And I want the most simple one you have . Business please . And I want the most simple one you have . , Then you would like the ' no frills ' business account . "Hey , what are you doing here ? ", I'm just shopping . I'm just shopping . , What are you shopping for ? What are you shopping for ? , Some new clothes . How about you ? Some new clothes . How about you ? , Same here . Same here . , Have you found anything nice yet ? Have you found anything nice yet ? , I found a few pairs of pants . I found a few pairs of pants . , Where'd you get those ? Where'd you get those ? , I found them at Pennies . I found them at Pennies . , Those are really cute . Those are really cute . , Do you want me to show you where I found them ? Do you want me to show you where I found them ? , I would like that . Thank you . "Hi , Jack , we are having a party tonight , wanna coming enjoy us ? You can bring your girlfriend , Tina . ", I don't have a girlfriend . I'm single . I don't have a girlfriend . I'm single . ," Oh , that's right . Well , there are going to be many beautiful girls at the party tonight , anyway . " " Oh , that's right . Well , there are going to be many beautiful girls at the party tonight , anyway . "," No , I like being single . I never thought lonely , I'm focus on my career . Maybe I'll start to look for my girl when I achieve success . " " No , I like being single . I never thought lonely , I'm focus on my career . Maybe I'll start to look for my girl when I achieve success . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? ," Because I'm living a real world , a man enriched have a good career and make a lot of money . Franklin speaking the girls I've met wounldn't married a man wounldn't make enough money . " " Because I'm living a real world , a man enriched have a good career and make a lot of money . Franklin speaking the girls I've met wounldn't married a man wounldn't make enough money . "," I agree , a man needs good career.But that doesn't mean he should have a little fun , too . " Good evening . This is Peter in Room 310 . , Good evening . May I help you ? Good evening . May I help you ? , I'm going to Beijing early tomorrow morning . And I'd like to request an early morning call . Will that give you much trouble ? I'm going to Beijing early tomorrow morning . And I'd like to request an early morning call . Will that give you much trouble ? ," Oh , no , never . What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning ? " " Oh , no , never . What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning ? "," Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station . " " Well , my train is due to take off at 7:25 a . m . I've no idea how long it'll take to drive to the railway station . ", It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ? It won't take long . 20 minutes is enough . Is that OK if I call you at 6:30 a . m . ? ," OK , thank you . " " OK , thank you . ", It's a pleasure . Good night . Have a good sleep . I have to use the ATM . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? , I don ’ t know how to use it . I don ’ t know how to use it . , What are you talking about ? What are you talking about ? , I have never used an ATM before . I have never used an ATM before . , I can show you how to use it . I can show you how to use it . , How do I use it ? How do I use it ? , You need to push your card into the machine . You need to push your card into the machine . , What ’ s next ? What ’ s next ? , Enter your PIN . Enter your PIN . , What else do I have to do ? What else do I have to do ? , Every option you can choose will appear on the screen . That ’ s about it . I'm not really accustomed to the style of the new boss . , It'll take us all some time to get used to the change . Hello ! Can I help you ? ," Today is my wife's birthday , so I want to buy a bouquet for her . " " Today is my wife's birthday , so I want to buy a bouquet for her . ", What kind of flowers do you want ? What kind of flowers do you want ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , How about rose ? It's the most suitable one for lovers . How about rose ? It's the most suitable one for lovers . , But rose is too common . But rose is too common . ," Well , what about violet ? It means the eternal beauty . " " Well , what about violet ? It means the eternal beauty . "," It looks good . Pack me a bouquet of violet , please . " what are you doing ? ," I'm just trying to complete today's crossword puzzle . Whenever I get the time , I like to do the crossword puzzles in the paper . " " I'm just trying to complete today's crossword puzzle . Whenever I get the time , I like to do the crossword puzzles in the paper . "," you really like brains that make you think , don't you ? " " you really like brains that make you think , don't you ? ", I guess you could say that . What kind of games do you like ? I guess you could say that . What kind of games do you like ? , I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at ! I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at ! , doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ? doesn't everyone ? Which games are those ? ," well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours . " " well , I like to play darts . Whenever I go to a bar , I usually play for a few hours . ", did you play a lot of games when you were little ? did you play a lot of games when you were little ? , my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend . my parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes . We used to have family tournaments every weekend . , do you still like playing those games ? do you still like playing those games ? ," not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ? " " not at all . I never really did , to be honest . What about you ? Did your family used to play games together ? ", everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games . everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games . , some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ? some of my friends play cards on the internet . Have you ever tried that ? ," no , I prefer to play with people I know . " " no , I prefer to play with people I know . ", how about mah-jong ? how about mah-jong ? ," it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it . " " it's a popular game with some people , but I've never played it . ", I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong ! I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong ! ," I hate to disappoint you , but unlike what most people think , we aren't all exactly the same ! " My name is Steven Smith and I'm calling to cancel my plane ticket . , When was your reservation ? When was your reservation ? , It ’ s 7 p . m . today . It ’ s 7 p . m . today . , Would you mind telling me the reason ? Would you mind telling me the reason ? , I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ’ t finished it yet . I need to continue to deal with my business . I haven ’ t finished it yet . ," Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ? " " Oh , I see . Would you like me to reschedule you for another time ? ", No . Thank you . No . Thank you . , But you have to pay the fee for refund . But you have to pay the fee for refund . , OK . I will pay it by my bank card . "Good afternoon , ABC Incorporated . How many I direct your call ? ", I would like to speak to Mr . Miles . I would like to speak to Mr . Miles . ," I am sorry , sir . He isn't in right now . Would you like to leave a message ? " " I am sorry , sir . He isn't in right now . Would you like to leave a message ? ", Yes . Can you tell him Bob White called ? Yes . Can you tell him Bob White called ? ," And your company name , please . " " And your company name , please . ", He knows who I am . He knows who I am . , Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ? Is there a telephone number where you can be reached ? , I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today . I can be reached at 544-879-9087 until 5 p . m . today . ," Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called . " " Thank you , sir . I'll tell him you called . ", Thank you . Taxi ! ," Yes , sir . Where to ? " " Yes , sir . Where to ? "," Wangfujing , please ! " " Wangfujing , please ! ", All right . All right . ," Oh , I like the music on your radio . It's nice . " " Oh , I like the music on your radio . It's nice . ", Thank you ! I always tune to this program when driving . So what's your favorite program ? Thank you ! I always tune to this program when driving . So what's your favorite program ? ," I like Winner's English very mush . You know the Beijing Olympic Games is right around the corner . We should learn English Well . It's on FM 96.6 , China Business Radio . You can get it on your radio too . " " I like Winner's English very mush . You know the Beijing Olympic Games is right around the corner . We should learn English Well . It's on FM 96.6 , China Business Radio . You can get it on your radio too . ", But I don't speak English at all . But I don't speak English at all . , That's OK . The program is especially for the beginners like us . That's OK . The program is especially for the beginners like us . , Really ? When is it on ? Really ? When is it on ? ," It begins at 6:40 every morning , and it goes for 20 minutes . " " It begins at 6:40 every morning , and it goes for 20 minutes . ", Thank you so much . I'll try and catch that . Thank you so much . I'll try and catch that . , The radio has brought us lots of convenience . The radio has brought us lots of convenience . ," Yes , I can also learn about the traffic condition through it . " " Yes , I can also learn about the traffic condition through it . "," With the development of the society and technology , radio is nearly everywhere . " " With the development of the society and technology , radio is nearly everywhere . ", So we should take the advantage of it . Can I help you ? , Yes . I'd like this shirt to be dry-cleaned . Yes . I'd like this shirt to be dry-cleaned . , Sure . When do you want to get it back ? Sure . When do you want to get it back ? , I have to wear it this afternoon . Do you have a urgent service ? I have to wear it this afternoon . Do you have a urgent service ? ," Yes , but we charge 50 % more and it only takes 3 hours . " " Yes , but we charge 50 % more and it only takes 3 hours . ", OK . How much should I pay ? OK . How much should I pay ? , 30 yuan . "The environment varies greatly because of difference in language , customs and traditions . ", Yes . This gap can be filled by export market research before exporting . Yes . This gap can be filled by export market research before exporting . , But the importance of the export research is often neglected by the managers . But the importance of the export research is often neglected by the managers . , That's right . They do not appreciate its value and consider it to be a luxury . That's right . They do not appreciate its value and consider it to be a luxury . ," Therefore , when enterprises are spending a lot of money in trying to penetrate a new market , they should research whether their products can be sold at high enough a price and in a satisfactory amount . " " Therefore , when enterprises are spending a lot of money in trying to penetrate a new market , they should research whether their products can be sold at high enough a price and in a satisfactory amount . ", Exactly ! Actually the general manager is regarded as a baby doll . He has much sympathy . ," That's right . And his wife is a baby doll , too . She used to have many followers . " " That's right . And his wife is a baby doll , too . She used to have many followers . ", Were you one of them ? Were you one of them ? , Nothing of the sort . I can't hold a candle to her . Have you a wine list ? ," Yes , the wine list is at the end of the menu . " " Yes , the wine list is at the end of the menu . ", Oh . I see . Don't you have Mao Tai ? Oh . I see . Don't you have Mao Tai ? ," Sorry , sir , but I recommend you Bacardi White . It's quite delitous . " " Sorry , sir , but I recommend you Bacardi White . It's quite delitous . "," Well , that's fine . Bring us a bottle of that . " Are you ready ? , Not yet . "Betty , would you please read this letter of application I've just written ? I'd like to have your opinion . ", I'd be glad to tell you what I think . I'd be glad to tell you what I think . , Good ! I'm interested in your advice . Good ! I'm interested in your advice . ," If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities . " " If I were you , I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities . "," Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ? " " Good idea , Betty . What would you think about the second part ? ", I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience . I think it's too short . You'd better say something about your work experience . ," You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ? " " You're right , I'll change it . How about the last part ? "," Very good . But you should talk about your family , too . " " Very good . But you should talk about your family , too . ", I agree . I appreciate your helping me . "Excuse me , sir . My baggage is badly damaged . ", I am sorry to hear that . You have to fill out a claim form . I am sorry to hear that . You have to fill out a claim form . , Where can I get it ? Where can I get it ? , Here you are . The performance is amazing . I'm curious about how they did it . I mean the way they sing . , They must have practiced a lot . The perseverance has made them they are today . They must have practiced a lot . The perseverance has made them they are today . , So cool . Someone gave me this flier at the exit . What's it about ? So cool . Someone gave me this flier at the exit . What's it about ? ," Let me have a look . Well , it lists some shows that will be on next week . " " Let me have a look . Well , it lists some shows that will be on next week . "," Oh , tell me about it . Anything interesting ? " " Oh , tell me about it . Anything interesting ? "," Hmm ... Oh , this one , ' The Drunken Beauty ' . This is a real classic . " " Hmm ... Oh , this one , ' The Drunken Beauty ' . This is a real classic . "," ' The Drunken Beauty ' ? It's funny that we have ' Sleeping Beauty ' in my country . Anyway , what's it about ? Is the beauty a drunkard ? " " ' The Drunken Beauty ' ? It's funny that we have ' Sleeping Beauty ' in my country . Anyway , what's it about ? Is the beauty a drunkard ? ", Of course not . She was said to be the most beautiful woman in her time and that made her become the queen . They play was famous for its singing and dancing . Of course not . She was said to be the most beautiful woman in her time and that made her become the queen . They play was famous for its singing and dancing . ," Sure , people do that when they are drunk . What about the actress ? " " Sure , people do that when they are drunk . What about the actress ? ", She is an opera star in China . Her teacher's teacher is Mei Landfang . She is an opera star in China . Her teacher's teacher is Mei Landfang . ," Oh , I've heard about him before . He even created a special dance of sleeve shaking . " " Oh , I've heard about him before . He even created a special dance of sleeve shaking . ", You are such an expert on it . I don't know that . You are such an expert on it . I don't know that . ," You know , interest is the best teacher . " " You know , interest is the best teacher . "," So , want me to book the tickets again ? " " So , want me to book the tickets again ? ", Please do that . I can't wait to come back again . The performance must be really amazing . Please do that . I can't wait to come back again . The performance must be really amazing . , We can do that if you like . Maybe next weekend . We can do that if you like . Maybe next weekend . , That will be great . Have you ever been to any other country ? ," Pity I haven't . If I can afford it , I'll certainly take a trip abroad . " " Pity I haven't . If I can afford it , I'll certainly take a trip abroad . ", That's also my dream . That's also my dream . , How about going to italy next summer vacation ? How about going to italy next summer vacation ? , Why not ? "What's wrong with you , young man ? ", I've got a headache and a cough . I've got a headache and a cough . , I see . You've got a cold . I see . You've got a cold . ," What should I do , doctor ? " " What should I do , doctor ? ", Take this medicine three times a day . Take this medicine three times a day . , Yes . Yes . , Drink a lot of water and have a good rest . You'll be well soon . Drink a lot of water and have a good rest . You'll be well soon . , Thank you . His grandfather is the richest person in the area . , What a miser ! He cycles to school every day . What a miser ! He cycles to school every day . , His grandfather's money is not his . His grandfather's money is not his . , I can't understand him anyway . How's your father been ? , He's been out of work for a couple of days . He's been out of work for a couple of days . , What's wrong with him ? What's wrong with him ? , He has a bad cold . He has a bad cold . ," Well , tell him to take it easy and that I hope he feels better . " " Well , tell him to take it easy and that I hope he feels better . ", Thanks . I'll tell him . "Do you have any particular hobbies , Tom ? "," Oh , yes . I love playing badminton , table tennis and computer games . And playing the games has become my favorite . " " Oh , yes . I love playing badminton , table tennis and computer games . And playing the games has become my favorite . ", I hear many teenagers will spend hours and hours sitting at computers . And they don't care about their own health at all . How about you ? I hear many teenagers will spend hours and hours sitting at computers . And they don't care about their own health at all . How about you ? ," I'm no better than them . They say it's mindless to sit in front of a machine all the time , but I think it's stimulating . " " I'm no better than them . They say it's mindless to sit in front of a machine all the time , but I think it's stimulating . "," You won't play online games full of violence , will you ? " " You won't play online games full of violence , will you ? ", Once in a while . Once in a while . , It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful . It's no good . And I think spending several hours each day playing computer games is a waste of time . You might as well do something healthy and meaningful . , I hope I can practice self-control again . What date will our field trip be on ? , The science field trip is next Monday at 8 o'clock in the morning . Do you want to make note of that on your calendar ? The science field trip is next Monday at 8 o'clock in the morning . Do you want to make note of that on your calendar ? ," Yes , I will make note of that . " " Yes , I will make note of that . "," Next Monday is December 2nd . The buses will leave at 8 , but we must begin loading at 7 " " Next Monday is December 2nd . The buses will leave at 8 , but we must begin loading at 7 ", I will be there half an hour early . I will be there half an hour early . , You might want to tell whoever is picking you up that you will return on December 8th . Do you have a ride ? You might want to tell whoever is picking you up that you will return on December 8th . Do you have a ride ? ," Yes , someone is picking me up . " " Yes , someone is picking me up . ", To get back to campus by 8 To get back to campus by 8 ," Not at the moment — maybe later , though . " " Not at the moment — maybe later , though . ", All of the extra information that you need is on the bulletin board in the hallway . See you on Monday ! "Well , if it isn't the teacher's pet ! ", Stop it . Teacher doesn't treat me any different than she does everyone else . Stop it . Teacher doesn't treat me any different than she does everyone else . , You can't prove that by me . I saw the score on your report . You can't prove that by me . I saw the score on your report . ," Hey , I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got . " " Hey , I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got . ", It just happened to be the highest grade in the class . It just happened to be the highest grade in the class . , You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it . You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did . Admit it . , I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade . I worked hard too . But she always gives me a lower grade . , If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it . How about a movie tonight ? , It doesn ’ t matter to me . It doesn ’ t matter to me . , Does 7 o'clock suit you ? Does 7 o'clock suit you ? , Either way . I don ’ t care . Either way . I don ’ t care . , How about a snack after work ? How about a snack after work ? , I couldn ’ t careless . I couldn ’ t careless . , Would you rather stay home ? Would you rather stay home ? , Whatever you say . Whatever you say . , Are you really interested in doing something ? Are you really interested in doing something ? , I don ’ t mind if you want to . "Mrs . Phoebe , here are your ordered goods . Please inspect the goods now . ", All right . Let me have a check . Can you tell me how can you inspect your exported goods ? All right . Let me have a check . Can you tell me how can you inspect your exported goods ? ," Our quality control department is in charge of the inspection , which is directly under general manager . It is essential to attach the importance to the quality of goods . It is the basement for the future cooperation . " " Our quality control department is in charge of the inspection , which is directly under general manager . It is essential to attach the importance to the quality of goods . It is the basement for the future cooperation . "," That is good . And here I give you a piece of advice . You should have used stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item . Besides , it's better to secure the cartons with metal straps . What's more , the order number wasn't anywhere on some of the boxes . " " That is good . And here I give you a piece of advice . You should have used stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item . Besides , it's better to secure the cartons with metal straps . What's more , the order number wasn't anywhere on some of the boxes . ", I realize that now . I will do that after a while . I realize that now . I will do that after a while . , Thank you . Can I open the packages to check the color and style ? Thank you . Can I open the packages to check the color and style ? ," Of course , let me help you . " " Of course , let me help you . ", The color and style are consistent with the sample . Great ! The color and style are consistent with the sample . Great ! ," You know , we are superior to other clothes companies . " " You know , we are superior to other clothes companies . "," Yes , that's for sure . There is nothing wrong with the quality . I think you'd better pack them first in plastic bags , than in cartons . " " Yes , that's for sure . There is nothing wrong with the quality . I think you'd better pack them first in plastic bags , than in cartons . ", OK . We will manage it later . My father ’ s angry face always makes my blood run cold . , You mean that he is bad-tempered and often gets angry with you . You mean that he is bad-tempered and often gets angry with you . , Not often . Just when I make mistakes . Do you like the cookies ? , I finished them in no time . I finished them in no time . , Glad you like it . Glad you like it . ," Mum , when will we have them again ? " Are you excited about your trip next month ? ," Yes and no . I can ' t wait to go to Europe , but at the same time I am terrified . " " Yes and no . I can ' t wait to go to Europe , but at the same time I am terrified . ", Why ? Why ? ," Well , I have acrophobia . I have a chronic fear of flying . " " Well , I have acrophobia . I have a chronic fear of flying . "," Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia . " " Oh really ? I have an uncle who is also terrified of flying . It ' s not that bad though , I mean , it is pretty scary to be in this big machine flying through the air at seven hundred miles per hour . I actually have arachnophobia . ", You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia . You ' re scared of spiders ? I actually have two more phobias . Acrophobia and glossophobia . ," I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad . " " I guess that explains why you are afraid of flying , but public speaking is not that bad . "," Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak . " " Are you kidding ? When I get on stage , my palms start to sweat , I get really nervous and I can hardly speak . "," Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds . " " Well , I must confess I am a bit claustrophobic . I hate being in an elevator for more than 5 seconds . ", We are such weirdos right ? Would you like to go skating with me this afternoon ? ," Oh , I'd love to . But we're going to clean our dormitory . I can't be absent . " " Oh , I'd love to . But we're going to clean our dormitory . I can't be absent . "," Maybe another time . People say that boys ' dormitories are in a mess , is it true ? " " Maybe another time . People say that boys ' dormitories are in a mess , is it true ? "," In fact , our dormitory is much worse than they can be described . " " In fact , our dormitory is much worse than they can be described . ", It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ? It's hard for me to imagine . How can you stand that ? , You'll get used to it gradually . You'll get used to it gradually . ," Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ? " " Oh my God , don't you know that such living environment is not healthy ? "," Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months . " " Yes , we do . That's why we have a cleaning every three months . ", Three months ? Incredible ! Is there anything I can do for you ? , Yes . I have reserved a table for 2 at 7:30 . My name is Bob . Yes . I have reserved a table for 2 at 7:30 . My name is Bob . ," Yes , sir . Is there anything wrong ? " " Yes , sir . Is there anything wrong ? ", Three of our friends will join us so can you seat 5 people at that time ? Three of our friends will join us so can you seat 5 people at that time ? ," No problem , sir . We will arrange you a table for 5 . " " No problem , sir . We will arrange you a table for 5 . ", Thank you . "Doctor , what are some things I can do to stay as healthy as I can be ? ", You need to eat healthy foods and avoid unhealthy foods . You need to eat healthy foods and avoid unhealthy foods . , Sometimes I don ’ t know what the best foods are . Sometimes I don ’ t know what the best foods are . ," Fresh fruits and vegetables are important , along with protein and whole grains . " " Fresh fruits and vegetables are important , along with protein and whole grains . ", What things should I avoid ? What things should I avoid ? , You don ’ t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar . You don ’ t want to eat food that is high in fat . You need to avoid caffeine and sugar . ," Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ? " " Beyond diet , what else can I do to be healthy ? "," Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop . " " Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day is important . If you smoke , you need to stop . ", How about having a beer on the weekend ? How about having a beer on the weekend ? , Less than a serving of alcohol a day can actually be good for you . Do not overdo it ! I want to buy a rain coat . Could you please show me one ? , With pleasure . What color do you like ? With pleasure . What color do you like ? , I like yellow best . How much does it cost ? I like yellow best . How much does it cost ? ," It costs 275 yuan , Miss . " " It costs 275 yuan , Miss . "," It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ? " " It's nice , but that's very steep for a rain coat . Could you give me a 20 percent discount ? "," Sorry , we don't give discounts . " " Sorry , we don't give discounts . "," In that case , I don't think I'll buy one here . " Want to join me for a midnight snack ? I need to grab something to eat . ," Fine with me , but no more chafing dish . " " Fine with me , but no more chafing dish . ", Let's go to the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner . Let's go to the food stall . There's a good one just around the corner . , I'd love to try some snacks . I'd love to try some snacks . , ( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ? ( Later .. ) Everything looks tempting . What do you want to have ? , Kebabs and roast squid . Kebabs and roast squid . , Can I have a bite ? Can I have a bite ? , Help yourself . Help yourself . , Super ! You look happy . , I am happy . I just bought a new car . I am happy . I just bought a new car . , Wow ! Is it a good car ? Wow ! Is it a good car ? , It ’ s a great car . It ’ s very comfortable and it goes really fast . It ’ s a great car . It ’ s very comfortable and it goes really fast . , Was it expensive ? Was it expensive ? , Put it this way – it wasn ’ t cheap . Put it this way – it wasn ’ t cheap . , What colour is it ? What colour is it ? , It ’ s red and black . I really love this meal . , Thanks . I was hoping that you would all enjoy this meal . Thanks . I was hoping that you would all enjoy this meal . , Where did you learn to cook these amazing dishes ? Where did you learn to cook these amazing dishes ? , I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes . I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes . , The chicken is out of this world ! The chicken is out of this world ! , I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice . I love that dish as well . It is coconut chicken with rice . , I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup . I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup . ," Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass . " " Yes , that soup has a shrimp base . I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass . ", It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal . It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal . , I love this wine ! It goes very well with the chicken . "Madam , is everything set up for your trip ? ", Not yet . I seem to move my house to that place . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this trip . Not yet . I seem to move my house to that place . You don't know how tight the schedule is for this trip . ," You will be busier , right ? " " You will be busier , right ? ", Correct ! I have three-day visit to Shanghai on December 10th . Correct ! I have three-day visit to Shanghai on December 10th . , That will be gorgeous ! That will be gorgeous ! , I would like a single room with a bath for two nights . Can you help me to reserve a hotel room for me ? I would like a single room with a bath for two nights . Can you help me to reserve a hotel room for me ? ," Yes , Madam . " What shall we do after the volleyball match ? , How about going to the Olympic souvenir store to have a look ? I remember there is one in the gym . How about going to the Olympic souvenir store to have a look ? I remember there is one in the gym . , That's a good idea . I was thinking of buying some gifts for my family . That's a good idea . I was thinking of buying some gifts for my family . ," Me , too . What did you have in mind ? " " Me , too . What did you have in mind ? "," I haven't decided yet , but I think the Olympic Mascots are a must . " " I haven't decided yet , but I think the Olympic Mascots are a must . "," I agree . They're very lovely , especially Huanhuan " " I agree . They're very lovely , especially Huanhuan "," Is that the red one ? That is my favorite , too . Do you know how much they are ? " " Is that the red one ? That is my favorite , too . Do you know how much they are ? "," The five dolls are sold together as a set , and they're priced according to the size . The bigger they are the more expensive . " " The five dolls are sold together as a set , and they're priced according to the size . The bigger they are the more expensive . "," Oh , I see . If I buy more than a set , can I get any discount ? " " Oh , I see . If I buy more than a set , can I get any discount ? ", I don't think so . All the souvenirs of the Olympic Games are very hot right now . I don't think so . All the souvenirs of the Olympic Games are very hot right now . , Any other ideas ? Any other ideas ? ," There are lots of things , such as postcards , key chains , posters and various arts and crafts . " " There are lots of things , such as postcards , key chains , posters and various arts and crafts . ", It all sounds great . We can go there after the match . I can't wait to see what they have . I usually get a lot of information on the computer and use E-mail to send messages to my friends . ," Me too.Recently , I'm fascinated with net-chat . I've made many friends on the net.Every day I talk to them and share many interesting things with them . I really enjoy it . " " Me too.Recently , I'm fascinated with net-chat . I've made many friends on the net.Every day I talk to them and share many interesting things with them . I really enjoy it . ", Don't you think it ' s a sheer waste of both time and money ? Don't you think it ' s a sheer waste of both time and money ? , I'm afraid not . Every coin has two sides . I think using internet has a great deal to do with human interaction . "Catherine , have you ever seen the movie Fast Food Nation ? "," Yes , I remember it was inspired by a New York Times best-seller of the same name . " " Yes , I remember it was inspired by a New York Times best-seller of the same name . "," It's very thought-provoking , isn't it ? " " It's very thought-provoking , isn't it ? ", Exactly . It reveals the dark side of the all-American meal . Exactly . It reveals the dark side of the all-American meal . , So what do you think of the American fast food culture ? So what do you think of the American fast food culture ? ," I think America really deserves the name of "" fast food nation - as people can find McDonald ' s , KFC and Pizza Hut almost all over the States . " " I think America really deserves the name of "" fast food nation - as people can find McDonald ' s , KFC and Pizza Hut almost all over the States . "," And everyone knows that Americans ' favorite food is the hamburger , isn't it ? " " And everyone knows that Americans ' favorite food is the hamburger , isn't it ? "," Sure . You see , Tom , fast food is a lifestyle that craves convenience . People just don't care whether it is healthy or not . " " Sure . You see , Tom , fast food is a lifestyle that craves convenience . People just don't care whether it is healthy or not . ", But I think some healthy menu options are also served at fast food restaurants .. But I think some healthy menu options are also served at fast food restaurants .. , What are they ? What are they ? ," Such as fat-free milk , whole-wheat rolls and fish sandwich . " " Such as fat-free milk , whole-wheat rolls and fish sandwich . ", They're much better They're much better , But I'm not sure if they're well-rcceived . But I'm not sure if they're well-rcceived . , That's the point . People usually don't have much time to think about it when they have a on-the-go meal . That's the point . People usually don't have much time to think about it when they have a on-the-go meal . ," Well , Americans may need to find a way to make the most of their fast foods . " " Well , Americans may need to find a way to make the most of their fast foods . ", I suppose so . "Okay , I want to change 22,000 . ", Could you please fill out this form ? Could you please fill out this form ? ," Okay , here you are . ( She hands the completed form and the money to the clerk . ) " " Okay , here you are . ( She hands the completed form and the money to the clerk . ) ", Here's your $ 200 . Here's your $ 200 . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Thank you . "Oh , there is something wrong with my car . ", Your car is rather old . Why not change a new one ? Your car is rather old . Why not change a new one ? ," I want to change a new car . I like Honda best , especially the red one . But it is too expensive . " " I want to change a new car . I like Honda best , especially the red one . But it is too expensive . "," Oh , there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon . I have two tickets . Would you like to go there with me ? " " Oh , there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon . I have two tickets . Would you like to go there with me ? ", Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda . Yeah . Maybe I can find my favorite car in addition to Honda . , And the bank will offer you loans for twenty years ! "Jane , we are going to have a board meeting next Friday . Will you please arrange it for me ? "," Certainly , Mr . Robert . But can I have your plan ? " " Certainly , Mr . Robert . But can I have your plan ? ", Sure . Actually it's a routine board meeting . The things to be discussed are all written here . Sure . Actually it's a routine board meeting . The things to be discussed are all written here . , Very good . May I keep it ? I need it to draw up a notice of the meeting and the agenda . Very good . May I keep it ? I need it to draw up a notice of the meeting and the agenda . ," Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes . " " Go ahead . It's for your reference . While you are at it , make me a special agenda and don't forget to have enough room at the side for notes . ", You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ? You mean you need a more detailed agenda for yourself ? ," Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control . " " Exactly . As I am supposed to the chair of the meeting , I don't want it to get out of control . "," I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ? " " I see . Ok , then where do you think we will have the meeting ? "," The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ? " " The conference room on the second floor , is that ok ? "," Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right . " " Yes , I will see that the room is ready by Friday . And I will check there are enough chairs , and the lighting and air-conditioning are all right . "," Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well . " " Good , and please get some water , glasses and ash tray ready as well . "," Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ? " " Sure , I will . What about the minutes ? Do you think I am responsible for that too ? ", Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately . Definitely . The minutes have to be taken accurately . , But I am not familiar with the members of the board . But I am not familiar with the members of the board . ," Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number . " " Oh , that's easy . I will write you a list of their names . You can make a seating plan with the names and give each one a number . "," That's a good idea . All right , I ’ ll withdraw and get down to it if you don't mind . " You don ’ t look like enjoying this workout . , I ’ m not crazy about it at all . I ’ m not crazy about it at all . , You don ’ t like this sort of exercise ? You don ’ t like this sort of exercise ? , I ’ m not interested in it . Are you keen on it ? I ’ m not interested in it . Are you keen on it ? ," Yes , that ’ s funny . I thought you liked it . " " Yes , that ’ s funny . I thought you liked it . ", I hate it . I hate it . , Never mind . It ’ ll be over in 10 minutes . Never mind . It ’ ll be over in 10 minutes . , It ’ s the worst thing I ’ Ve ever tried . I am trying to decide what school to apply to ? , Are you thinking about a public school or a private one ? Are you thinking about a public school or a private one ? , I am not sure . What's the difference between them ? I am not sure . What's the difference between them ? ," Public schools are usually state funded , whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere . " " Public schools are usually state funded , whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere . ", Which is better ? Which is better ? , One isn ’ t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers . One isn ’ t necessarily better than the other . It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers . , I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school . I hear you have to wear uniforms at private school . ," Yes , sometimes . " Why weren't you at school yesterday ? , I wasn't feeling really well . I wasn't feeling really well . , What was wrong with you ? What was wrong with you ? , My stomach was upset . My stomach was upset . , Do you feel better now ? Do you feel better now ? , I don't really feel too well yet . I don't really feel too well yet . , Do you want anything to make you feel better ? Do you want anything to make you feel better ? ," No , thanks . I already took some medicine . " " No , thanks . I already took some medicine . ", I hope you feel better . I hope you feel better . , Thank you . Is that pesky lady coming to the office again ? ," Yeah , I'm afraid so . " " Yeah , I'm afraid so . "," If there's one thing that bugs me , it's her critical attitude . " " If there's one thing that bugs me , it's her critical attitude . "," Yes , it is annoying . " I had a look yesterday . I found some exhibits are fine in quality and beautiful in design . The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles . I have gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter . I have got some idea of your exports . I am interested in your silk blouses . , Our silks are known for their quality . They are one of our traditional exports . Silk blouses are brightly colored and beautifully designed . They are greatly favored overseas and are always in great demand . Our silks are known for their quality . They are one of our traditional exports . Silk blouses are brightly colored and beautifully designed . They are greatly favored overseas and are always in great demand . , Some of them are of the latest style . Now I have a feeling that we can do a lot of trade in this line . We wish to establish business relationship with you . Some of them are of the latest style . Now I have a feeling that we can do a lot of trade in this line . We wish to establish business relationship with you . , Your desire coincides with ours . Your desire coincides with ours . ," Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to our bank.or to our local chamber of commerce or inquiry agencies . " " Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to our bank.or to our local chamber of commerce or inquiry agencies . "," Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about benefit between us . " " Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about benefit between us . "," That sounds interesting ! I'll send a fax . As soon as I receive the definite answer , I'll give you a special answer . " " That sounds interesting ! I'll send a fax . As soon as I receive the definite answer , I'll give you a special answer . ", We will make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be put through between us . We will make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be put through between us . , So do I . So do I . , I hope everything will be smooth . I hope everything will be smooth . , That is what I want to say . That is what I want to say . , I will give you the lowest price in the future . I will give you the lowest price in the future . , Thank you ! Did you watch the volleyball match last night ? , Yeah . Yeah . , Who won ? Who won ? , China . China . , What is the score ? What is the score ? , China beat Brazil three to zero . China beat Brazil three to zero . , Wonderful . "OK , so now the last point on our agenda . Jill , let's go over the profit and loss statement . "," Great . Well , the main issue here , as you can see , is that our expenses are through the roof . " " Great . Well , the main issue here , as you can see , is that our expenses are through the roof . ", Let ’ s see ... These numbers are off the charts ! What's going on here ! Let ’ s see ... These numbers are off the charts ! What's going on here ! ," Well , um , sir , the company expenditures on entertainment and travel are out of control . Look at these bills for example . Just this month we ’ Ve paid over twenty thousand dollars for hotel charges ! " " Well , um , sir , the company expenditures on entertainment and travel are out of control . Look at these bills for example . Just this month we ’ Ve paid over twenty thousand dollars for hotel charges ! "," OK , thank you . I ’ ll look into it . " " OK , thank you . I ’ ll look into it . "," The list goes on and on . Here , this is a bill for five thousand dollars for spa treatments ! " " The list goes on and on . Here , this is a bill for five thousand dollars for spa treatments ! ", Thank you.that will be all . I ’ ll take care of it . Thank you.that will be all . I ’ ll take care of it . ," Look at this one sir , eight thousand dollars were spent in one night at a place calledWild Things ? ! " " Look at this one sir , eight thousand dollars were spent in one night at a place calledWild Things ? ! "," OK , I get it ! ! Thank you for your very thorough analysis ! " "Susan has been down recently . I saw her this morning , she looked terrible ! ", You have any idea why ? You have any idea why ? , She broke up with her boyfriend . She broke up with her boyfriend . , I heard her boyfriend is married . I heard her boyfriend is married . , She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ... She still loves him . That's why she feels upset . Her love is always hard and confusing ... , Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ? Then what about you ? How are you getting on with your boyfriend ? , He sometimes really drives me crazy . "hey , Jimmy , you've been sitting in front of the TV all day . Anything interesting on TV ? "," not really . Quite boring right now , actually . Mostly infomercials and public service announcements . " " not really . Quite boring right now , actually . Mostly infomercials and public service announcements . ", why don't you turn off the TV and get outside ? You need to get some fresh air . why don't you turn off the TV and get outside ? You need to get some fresh air . ," I know , I know.But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world ! " " I know , I know.But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world ! ", Really ? What's the series about ? Really ? What's the series about ? ," well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it . " " well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it . "," it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth . " " it sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth . "," I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results . " " I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results . ", really ? that's interesting ! really ? that's interesting ! ," yeah.Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good . " " yeah.Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good . "," OK , I'll give it a go . " "OK , sir . Your suit will be available in five days . ", Thank you . Do I have to pay in advance ? Thank you . Do I have to pay in advance ? ," Yes , you should pay half of the cost in advance . " " Yes , you should pay half of the cost in advance . ", Here you are . I wonder what we should have for dinner this evening ? , Are you asking me ? Are you asking me ? ," Yes , I am . I really don ’ t feel much like cooking but the family must eat . " " Yes , I am . I really don ’ t feel much like cooking but the family must eat . "," Well , you know me . I can always eat pizza or Spagetti . " " Well , you know me . I can always eat pizza or Spagetti . "," So I've noticed . You are putting on a little weight , aren ’ t you ? " " So I've noticed . You are putting on a little weight , aren ’ t you ? "," I know , don ’ t remind me . I ’ m starting a new diet the day after tomorrow . " " I know , don ’ t remind me . I ’ m starting a new diet the day after tomorrow . ", It ’ s about time . My battery's flat in my mobile . , Is that why you didn't return my call ? Is that why you didn't return my call ? , And I couldn't find another phone . And I couldn't find another phone . , That's okay . Have you every belonged to a political party ? ," No , I haven ’ t , but I thought about joining the green party . " " No , I haven ’ t , but I thought about joining the green party . "," Really ? I know you are very concerned about the environment . You were a member of the pressure group Greenpeace , weren ’ t you ? " " Really ? I know you are very concerned about the environment . You were a member of the pressure group Greenpeace , weren ’ t you ? ", Yes . I was . But I didn ’ t have enough time to devote to it . Yes . I was . But I didn ’ t have enough time to devote to it . , The green party have no chance of winning an election . The other parties are too big and popular . The green party have no chance of winning an election . The other parties are too big and popular . , You ’ re right . But smaller political and pressure groups can often influence large political parties . Any member of parliament can propose legislation and parties and pressure groups can raise awareness You ’ re right . But smaller political and pressure groups can often influence large political parties . Any member of parliament can propose legislation and parties and pressure groups can raise awareness , Most people are not very politically aware . They often don ’ t understand the issues fully . Most people are not very politically aware . They often don ’ t understand the issues fully . , That ’ s true . But it ’ s a little strange because the media often reports on political events . You can read about them in newspaper or hear them on tv . Let's eat out . , Good idea . Yeah . You don't need to rub it in . , And then she made the deal with MicroPower . Vince wanted to sell for fifteen million ... And then she made the deal with MicroPower . Vince wanted to sell for fifteen million ... , Fifteen ? And Zina pushed them up to seventy-five ? Fifteen ? And Zina pushed them up to seventy-five ? , That's right . Vince still stops by her office every day to thank her . That's right . Vince still stops by her office every day to thank her . ," Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now . " " Anyway , I'm still happy I left . I'm working as a freelancer now . "," You really should have stayed with us , Dave . " Have you ever shopped at Whole Foods market ? , Nope . How's the food there ? Nope . How's the food there ? ," It's very good , and it's fresh too . " " It's very good , and it's fresh too . ", I do my shopping at Sons . I do my shopping at Sons . ," I shopped there before too , but the food is better at Whole Foods . " " I shopped there before too , but the food is better at Whole Foods . ", What's wrong with Sons ? What's wrong with Sons ? , Their range of organic foods is very limited . Their range of organic foods is very limited . , Whole Foods has a lot of organic foods ? Whole Foods has a lot of organic foods ? ," Yeah , the food there is very healthy . " " Yeah , the food there is very healthy . "," I've never been , but I may start shopping there . " " I've never been , but I may start shopping there . ", The food there is a great step up from Sons . The food there is a great step up from Sons . , Thanks for letting me know . Do you carry black ink ? ," The ink should be next to the paper clips and thumb tacks in the stationary section , sir . " " The ink should be next to the paper clips and thumb tacks in the stationary section , sir . "," I've looked for , but I didn't see any black ink . " " I've looked for , but I didn't see any black ink . ", Then I'm afraid there's none in stock . Then I'm afraid there's none in stock . ," Well , I'll settle for blue-black . I'll also take a dozen airmail envelopes . " " Well , I'll settle for blue-black . I'll also take a dozen airmail envelopes . ", They come in packages of ten or twenty . They come in packages of ten or twenty . ," Give me a package of twenty , then . And where do I find shoelaces ? " " Give me a package of twenty , then . And where do I find shoelaces ? ", On counter three . On counter three . , Thank you . I never can find my way around this store . Thank you . I never can find my way around this store . ," I know . It took me three weeks , and I work here . " "Good evening , may I help you ? ", Yes . I want to reserve a table for two this evening . Yes . I want to reserve a table for two this evening . ," I am sorry , madam . All the tables are booked now . " " I am sorry , madam . All the tables are booked now . "," Well . In that case , we will have to go to another restaurant . Thank you all the same . " Would you please bring us the check ? ," Sure , here you are . It comes to $ 84 . " " Sure , here you are . It comes to $ 84 . ", Does that include the service charge ? Does that include the service charge ? ," No . sir , we charge separately . " " No . sir , we charge separately . ", Here you are . Keep the change . "Many people play sports in China , don't they ? ", Yes . Table tennis is probably the most popular . Yes . Table tennis is probably the most popular . , I expect all Chinese can play table tennis . I expect all Chinese can play table tennis . , Most anyway . Most anyway . , Do you like playing table tennis ? Do you like playing table tennis ? ," Yes , I like . But I can't play it well . " " Yes , I like . But I can't play it well . ", Are indoor sports popular ? Are indoor sports popular ? , Basketball and swimming are very popular . Basketball and swimming are very popular . ," Really ? I like playing basketball , too . " " Really ? I like playing basketball , too . ", We can play together if you are free . We can play together if you are free . , That's great . It is time to butter him up . , What do you have to do to grease the palm of him ? What do you have to do to grease the palm of him ? , I don ’ t know . Let me see . I don ’ t know . Let me see . , You can go and ask your father . "Wow . She can be really nasty , can't she ? "," No . She was right . I was too nervous . I kept thinking , What if we blow it ? " " No . She was right . I was too nervous . I kept thinking , What if we blow it ? "," Well , I guess Zina figured you couldn't blow it if you were in the hotel room . " " Well , I guess Zina figured you couldn't blow it if you were in the hotel room . ", She even stayed at a different hotel . She said I might be contagious . She even stayed at a different hotel . She said I might be contagious . ," Well , at least we have Stars.com . That'll be great publicity . " "Excuse me , can I have your passport , your immigration form and your Customs Declaration Form , please ? ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , How long will you be staying at Hotel in China ? How long will you be staying at Hotel in China ? , About three weeks . About three weeks . , And what's the purpose of your visit ? And what's the purpose of your visit ? , Sightseeing . Sightseeing . , And where will you be staying ? And where will you be staying ? , At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing . At the Friendship Hotel in Beijing . ," OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ? " " OK . Could you put your hand baggage on the counter , please ? Do you have any gifts , or food in here ? "," Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase . " " Yes , I have some fresh apples in my suitcase . "," I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these . " " I'm sorry , sir , you can't bring fresh fruit into China . I'm going to have to confiscate these . "," Oh , that's too bad . " What are you doing ? , I'm surfing the Net . Do you have anything to wash ? , Yes . Here you are . Yes . Here you are . , OK . They will be ready by 7:00 OK . They will be ready by 7:00 ," By the way , please have these suits pressed . " " By the way , please have these suits pressed . "," Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned . " " Of course , sir . We will press all the clothes when they are cleaned . ", You really do a good job . It's an ugly day today . , I know . I think it may rain . I know . I think it may rain . ," It's the middle of summer , it shouldn't rain today . " " It's the middle of summer , it shouldn't rain today . ", That would be weird . That would be weird . ," Yeah , especially since it's ninety degrees outside . " " Yeah , especially since it's ninety degrees outside . "," I know , it would be horrible if it rained and it was hot outside . " " I know , it would be horrible if it rained and it was hot outside . "," Yes , it would be . " " Yes , it would be . ", I really wish it wasn't so hot every day . I really wish it wasn't so hot every day . , Me too . I can't wait until winter . Me too . I can't wait until winter . ," I like winter too , but sometimes it gets too cold . " " I like winter too , but sometimes it gets too cold . ", I'd rather be cold than hot . I'd rather be cold than hot . , Me too . "Good morning , Mr . Green . Please have a seat . I received your resume last Monday and I would like to say I ’ m very impressed . ", Thank you . Thank you . , May I asked why you are interested in working for us ? May I asked why you are interested in working for us ? , Your company has an impressive reputation . My uncle worked for your company for many years . Your company has an impressive reputation . My uncle worked for your company for many years . ," Oh , did he ? " " Oh , did he ? "," Yes , but he retired 5 years ago . " " Yes , but he retired 5 years ago . ", Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job ? Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job ? ," I ’ m a senior broker in a large company . I deal with clients on a daily basis , handling all aspects of their accounts personally . " " I ’ m a senior broker in a large company . I deal with clients on a daily basis , handling all aspects of their accounts personally . ", Do you think you are the right candidate for this position ? Do you think you are the right candidate for this position ? ," Yes , I do think I am the right candidate for this position . " " Yes , I do think I am the right candidate for this position . ", Why do you think you ’ re the right candidate for this position ? Why do you think you ’ re the right candidate for this position ? ," Well , I have a lot of experience in this area . I have all the qualifications you need . I enjoy working with people . In my current job , I ’ m in charge of a team of eight people . " " Well , I have a lot of experience in this area . I have all the qualifications you need . I enjoy working with people . In my current job , I ’ m in charge of a team of eight people . "," Well , you might be the person we ’ Ve been looking for . Do you have any questions ? " " Well , you might be the person we ’ Ve been looking for . Do you have any questions ? "," Yes , if I were hired , when would you like me to start ? " " Yes , if I were hired , when would you like me to start ? ", At the end of this month . At the end of this month . , And how many accounts would I handle ? And how many accounts would I handle ? , You ’ ll be supervising six brokers who manage a combined total of 310 accounts . You ’ ll be supervising six brokers who manage a combined total of 310 accounts . , What kind of benefit package do you offer ? What kind of benefit package do you offer ? , Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year of employment . You ’ re also eligible for medical and dental insurance . And we offer a generous retirement pension plan after 10 years of service . Do you have any other questions ? Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year of employment . You ’ re also eligible for medical and dental insurance . And we offer a generous retirement pension plan after 10 years of service . Do you have any other questions ? ," No , not at the moment . " " No , not at the moment . "," Well , I ’ ll have to discuss your application with my colleagues , and we ’ ll get back to you early next week . " " Well , I ’ ll have to discuss your application with my colleagues , and we ’ ll get back to you early next week . ", Thanks . It was very nice to meet you . Thanks . It was very nice to meet you . ," It was nice to meet you , too . And thanks for coming in today . " You know them ? ," No , but those guys like to hit on me . " How are you doing today ? , Great . Thank you . Great . Thank you . , What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , I need to withdraw some money . I need to withdraw some money . , How much would you like to take out ? How much would you like to take out ? , I need to withdraw $ 300 . I need to withdraw $ 300 . , Which account would you like to take the money from ? Which account would you like to take the money from ? , I want to take it from my checking account . I want to take it from my checking account . ," Okay , here you go . " " Okay , here you go . ", Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , Can I do anything else for you ? Can I do anything else for you ? , No . That ’ ll be all . Is there anything I can do for you ? , Do you have Chinese medicine here ? Do you have Chinese medicine here ? , Yes.we have herb medicine and ready-made medicine . Yes.we have herb medicine and ready-made medicine . , Can I have this prescription filled here ? Can I have this prescription filled here ? ," Sorry , sir . The angelica is out of stock now . " "Can I help you , sir ? ", You have so many antiques and Chinese paintings here . May I have a look first ? You have so many antiques and Chinese paintings here . May I have a look first ? , Of course . Of course . , Are they genuine ? Are they genuine ? , Some are genuine . But all our reproductions are clearly marked and priced . "Well , I guess that ’ s about it . Everything ’ s packed and ready to go . ", It ’ s hard to believer you ’ re really retiring . What are you going to do with yourself ? It ’ s hard to believer you ’ re really retiring . What are you going to do with yourself ? ," Have fun ! I plan to spend some more time with my grandkids , and I might even go back to school . " " Have fun ! I plan to spend some more time with my grandkids , and I might even go back to school . "," Well , good luck . Give me a ring sometime , and let me know how you are . " Like to come over to our fancy dress party ? , Oh shame ! I have a class tomorrow . Oh shame ! I have a class tomorrow . ," Well , then join us some other time . " " Well , then join us some other time . ", Yeah . Thanks . And have fun ! Have we sold out all the newspapers for today ? , Yes . What a good job we have done ! Yes . What a good job we have done ! , Why are so many extra gifts left here ? Why are so many extra gifts left here ? , Many customers didn't want them . Many customers didn't want them . , How about giving them to that old man ? How about giving them to that old man ? , Good idea . Good idea . ," By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ? " " By the way , do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract customers ? "," I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today . " " I'm not sure , but still it did attract a large crowds today . ", I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper . I think it should be more useful to hand out some fliers which is also cheaper . , But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around . But people can just throw them into the trash can as they turn around . , That's true . That's true . ," Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home . " " Anyway , let's just finish out job and get back home . ", Okay . How tiring the job is ! What are your plans for this weekend ? , I'd like to hire a bike . I think it would be a good idea to do some cycling on Sunday . I'd like to hire a bike . I think it would be a good idea to do some cycling on Sunday . , If the weather's fine . If the weather's fine . , I am sure it will be . It's been good so far this weekend . I am sure it will be . It's been good so far this weekend . , I know a good place to hire bikes if you want . I know a good place to hire bikes if you want . , Thanks . That would be really helpful . Thanks . That would be really helpful . ," But remember , be careful when you ride a bike . The traffic in Beijing can be dangerous . " "Excuse me , can you help me ? I would like to change rooms if possible , I couldn ’ t sleep at all last night , because the people in the room next to mine were making a lot of noise , also if at all possible , I ’ d like a room that doesn ’ t overlook the street , between the noisy neighbors and the highway outside , I didn ’ t sleep a wink . "," I am so sorry to hear that sir , let me check and see what is available , what room are you in now ? " " I am so sorry to hear that sir , let me check and see what is available , what room are you in now ? "," I ’ m on the 6th floor , room 698 , I ’ v had many problems with that room , just this morning , I called someone up to fix the light fixture in the bathroom , it didn ’ t work , and it still doesn ’ t work . " " I ’ m on the 6th floor , room 698 , I ’ v had many problems with that room , just this morning , I called someone up to fix the light fixture in the bathroom , it didn ’ t work , and it still doesn ’ t work . "," Oh , dear , well , it looks like we have a few rooms available , can I put you into a room on the 17th floor ? It has a balcony and it doesn ’ t face the highway . " " Oh , dear , well , it looks like we have a few rooms available , can I put you into a room on the 17th floor ? It has a balcony and it doesn ’ t face the highway . "," Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ? " " Ok , that would be very nice ! What do I need to do to transfer ? "," Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 . " " Let me check you out of your old room , you have to sign here , and acknowledge these changes and also the charges to your previous room . Then I can hook you right up to room 1780 . "," Mmm , I don ’ t think the charges are right , can you explain them please ? " "Lisa , can I call Taiwan ? ", Are you homesick ? Are you homesick ? , I miss my parents . I miss my parents . , Don't worry about the bill . Just call . Don't worry about the bill . Just call . , Can you show me how to make an overseas call ? Can you show me how to make an overseas call ? , Of course . First dial the code 011 to get an international line . Then you dial Taiwan's country code Of course . First dial the code 011 to get an international line . Then you dial Taiwan's country code , That's 886 . That's 886 . , Now you should know the rest . Don't forget to dial Taipei's city code . "In my opinion , it may be necessary to charge for participation . ", I'm not sure if that would be wise . I'm not sure if that would be wise . , Then what is your opinion ? Then what is your opinion ? ," Well , maybe we'll go to ask Mr . Johnson . He has the final say . " When will our party be held ? , Next Wednesday . Next Wednesday . , Have you sent out invitations by our party ? Have you sent out invitations by our party ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . ", When ? When ? , Ten days ago . Ten days ago . , Could Dr.Cole like to attend the party ? Could Dr.Cole like to attend the party ? ," Yes , he will . " " Yes , he will . ", That's fine . "Excuse me , sir . I am coming to apply for the position of accountant . "," Oh , please sit down . What university did you graduate from ? " " Oh , please sit down . What university did you graduate from ? ", I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce . I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce . , What was your major at college ? What was your major at college ? , My major was accounting . My major was accounting . , Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ? Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting ? ," Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises . " " Sure . I took such courses as accounting principles , commercial accounting , cost accounting , industrial accounting , electronic data processing accounting , and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises . ", What kind of work are you doing now ? What kind of work are you doing now ? , I'm engaged in accounting . I'm engaged in accounting . , What are your responsibilities in your present work ? What are your responsibilities in your present work ? ," My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency . " " My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries , verifying data and reconciling discrepancies , preparing detailed reports from raw data , and checking accounting documents for completeness , mathematical accuracy and consistency . ", Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ? Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations ? , I think so . I think so . , Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ? Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now ? ," Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 . " " Of course . This balance sheet contains three major sections , that is , assets , liabilities and owner's equity . So , you see , the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3,372 , 000 , and the owner's equity is $ 5,400 , 000 . That means that the total assets , which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities , are $ 8,772 , 000 . ", What's the creditor's equity ? What's the creditor's equity ? , The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities . Yesterday I had a deal with a vice manager . He acts like the point man . , I always meet people like him . Does it look too big ? , It looks like it was made just for you . It looks like it was made just for you . ," Yes , I like it . I'm going to get it . " " Yes , I like it . I'm going to get it . ", How would you like to pay for it ? How would you like to pay for it ? , Here's my credit card . Here's my credit card . ," Now , if you'll just sign here . " " Now , if you'll just sign here . ", Yes . Here you are . Yes . Here you are . , So long . Have a nice weekend . "Excuse me , may I help you ? ", Would you please fill some gas for me ? Would you please fill some gas for me ? , Sure . Which kind of gas do you want ? Sure . Which kind of gas do you want ? ," Unleaded , please . " " Unleaded , please . ", OK . "The Johnson are on their way back . You remember them , don't you ? ", Johnson ? I can't place them . Johnson ? I can't place them . , We met them in Bermuda last May . We met them in Bermuda last May . , They've completely slipped my mind . They've completely slipped my mind . , The couple with the dogs-think back . The couple with the dogs-think back . ," No , I don't recall a thing about them . " " No , I don't recall a thing about them . "," Well , I've invited them for brunch . " " Well , I've invited them for brunch . "," Hmm , I must be getting absent-minded . " What are your terms of sale ? , The price quoted is for CIF . The price quoted is for CIF . , My understanding is that CIF means the seller is responsible for prepaying shipping costs and arranging for the insurance policy . My understanding is that CIF means the seller is responsible for prepaying shipping costs and arranging for the insurance policy . ," Yes , that is correct . We will arrange for the shipping costs and insurance policy . " " Yes , that is correct . We will arrange for the shipping costs and insurance policy . "," Is it possible to consider FOB ? That way , we will handle the insurance through our broker . " " Is it possible to consider FOB ? That way , we will handle the insurance through our broker . "," Yes , we could also make this arrangement , , if you prefer . " Good morning . Madam . How can I help ? , I'd like to take some money from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Is that possible here ? I'd like to take some money from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Is that possible here ? , Certainly . We can transfer the money straight into your bank account here and then you can withdraw it right away . Could I have your Passbook for Bank-Securities Account Transfer ? Certainly . We can transfer the money straight into your bank account here and then you can withdraw it right away . Could I have your Passbook for Bank-Securities Account Transfer ? ," Here it is . Could I make a balance enquiry , please ? " " Here it is . Could I make a balance enquiry , please ? "," Your balance today is 120,376 RIB . " " Your balance today is 120,376 RIB . "," Fine , I'll take 10,000 RIB , please . " " Fine , I'll take 10,000 RIB , please . "," OK . Please fill in this form and input you code here ... and again , please . I'll just check and see if the money has been transferred . Yes , transaction successful . " " OK . Please fill in this form and input you code here ... and again , please . I'll just check and see if the money has been transferred . Yes , transaction successful . ", Thank you very much . Stephanie ! Did you just get to school ? But you were up and about when I left the dorm this morning ! That was about an hour and a half ago . This happens all the time ! Why do you always take so long ," It ’ s a skill . What can I say ? I don ’ t know why , I just have a long routine . " " It ’ s a skill . What can I say ? I don ’ t know why , I just have a long routine . "," Please explain because it makes no sense to me . How can a girl ’ s routine be so complicated ? You get up , you shower , you get dressed , you brush your teeth , you ’ re out the door . Half an hour , tops . " " Please explain because it makes no sense to me . How can a girl ’ s routine be so complicated ? You get up , you shower , you get dressed , you brush your teeth , you ’ re out the door . Half an hour , tops . "," Jacob , you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling . I don ’ t . I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings . Every day , I wake up and head straight for the shower . Every second day , I wash my hair . If it ’ s a hair-washing day , I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily . Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too . Because my hair is so long , I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes . Afterwards , I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew . I take a long time to get dressed in the morning . Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before , but usually I do it in the morning . In all , getting dressed takes about half an hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair . From time to time I ’ ll put my hair up , butoften times I bloody it straight . And then , because of the texture of my hair , I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing . That ’ s another twenty minutes or so . After that , I have my daily makeup routine . " " Jacob , you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling . I don ’ t . I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings . Every day , I wake up and head straight for the shower . Every second day , I wash my hair . If it ’ s a hair-washing day , I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily . Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too . Because my hair is so long , I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes . Afterwards , I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew . I take a long time to get dressed in the morning . Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before , but usually I do it in the morning . In all , getting dressed takes about half an hour , at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair . From time to time I ’ ll put my hair up , butoften times I bloody it straight . And then , because of the texture of my hair , I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing . That ’ s another twenty minutes or so . After that , I have my daily makeup routine . "," True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ? " " True , I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on , even when you show up to class in sweatpants . Tell me , how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning ? ", Not funny . May I help you ? , Yes . I'm looking for some perfume . Do you have perfumes with a light scent ? Yes . I'm looking for some perfume . Do you have perfumes with a light scent ? , How about this one ? It smells like green tea and is our best seller . Try it . How about this one ? It smells like green tea and is our best seller . Try it . ," It does smell good , How much is it ? " " It does smell good , How much is it ? ", It goes for $ 40 . It goes for $ 40 . , OK . I'll take this one . What's wrong ? You don't like ancient Egypt ? ," Actually , I don't like history . Lately , these shows are always about the Pyramids . " " Actually , I don't like history . Lately , these shows are always about the Pyramids . ", The Pyramids are amazing ! Millions of gigantic stones ... each one perfect ... The Pyramids are amazing ! Millions of gigantic stones ... each one perfect ... ," And nobody knows who built them , right ? It's a total mystery ! " " And nobody knows who built them , right ? It's a total mystery ! "," You sound like the TV ! You're not going to tell me that aliens built the Pyramids , are you ? " You sure are buying a lot of things online . ," Yes , I ordered a camera and some personal care stuff online yesterday . They will be delivered in two weeks . " " Yes , I ordered a camera and some personal care stuff online yesterday . They will be delivered in two weeks . ", What are the advantages of buying online ? What are the advantages of buying online ? ," Sometimes you can save money and you can find things that you had difficulty finding in a store . sometimes it's just convenient , like doing it late at night and sometimes it's just fun . " " Sometimes you can save money and you can find things that you had difficulty finding in a store . sometimes it's just convenient , like doing it late at night and sometimes it's just fun . ", The idea of doing it at night is interesting . Maybe I'll try it some day . How is the project going ? ," Well , frankly speaking , I am running a little behind . It's 40 % done . " " Well , frankly speaking , I am running a little behind . It's 40 % done . ", Do you have any problem during the process ? You should speed things up . Do you have any problem during the process ? You should speed things up . , I have little chance to communicate with colleagues when I have problems . They are always too busy to help a green hand like me . I have little chance to communicate with colleagues when I have problems . They are always too busy to help a green hand like me . , Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him . Have you ever helped others when they are in trouble ? Most will give a hand to someone who has helped him . , I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me . I did . But I am so depressed because there is nobody that will help me . ," And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work . " " And you should have good co-operation with other colleagues , you know a scientific schedule brings efficiency to the work . "," I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them . " " I see your point , but I seem to be on bad terms with them . ", Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience . Cheer up and pay more attention to your colleagues and the things will be much better . I am speaking from my experience . , Thank you so much . Thank you so much . , And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge . And you should read as much as possible to enrich the knowledge . , That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books . That's a good idea . I can learn many useful things from books . , We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books . We're approaching the critical point for success or failure of this project . you'd better speed up and catch up with books . ," Well , I will do it better . " " Well , I will do it better . "," If you have any problem in your work , let me know . " " If you have any problem in your work , let me know . ", Thanks very much . I promise I will work harder . How may I help you ? , I need to get on the Internet . I need to get on the Internet . , Do you have your library card with you ? Do you have your library card with you ? ," Yes , I have it . " " Yes , I have it . ", You ’ re going to have to wait for a computer . You ’ re going to have to wait for a computer . , That ’ s okay . That ’ s okay . , Please put your name on this list . Please put your name on this list . , Then what do I need to do ? Then what do I need to do ? ," When there is a computer available , I will call you . " " When there is a computer available , I will call you . ", What do I do to log on to the computer ? What do I do to log on to the computer ? , Just type in the number on the back of your library card . Just type in the number on the back of your library card . , Okay . Thanks for your help . "Mary , can you help me set the table ? ", Sure . Sure . , This is usually my chore . This is usually my chore . , I don't mind helping . I don't mind helping . , We need to set the table for four . We need to set the table for four . ," So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ? " " So that's four plates , four forks , four knives , and four spoons ? ", That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you . That's right . Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you . , Don't be silly ! I know how to use knives and forks . "OK . Come back into the classroom , class . "," Does the class start again , Mam ? " " Does the class start again , Mam ? "," Yes , but to the heath , this break has long enough . " " Yes , but to the heath , this break has long enough . "," Oh , breaktime flies . " " Oh , breaktime flies . "," Come on , baby . It ’ s time now . " " Come on , baby . It ’ s time now . "," Mam , another minute , could I ? " " Mam , another minute , could I ? "," Hurry up , little boy . " You're so witty ... , So why is the face tilted to the right ? So why is the face tilted to the right ? , This watch is supposed to be worn on your left hand . This watch is supposed to be worn on your left hand . , So it's not as convenient for left-handed people ? So it's not as convenient for left-handed people ? ," It's better for right-handed people like me . See , I don't even have to move my arm to see the time . " " It's better for right-handed people like me . See , I don't even have to move my arm to see the time . ", I'm left-handed . You bought that watch so that I won't borrow it ... I'm left-handed . You bought that watch so that I won't borrow it ... , Bingo ! Come in please . , Mr . Green ? Mr . Green ? , Yes . Put them on there please . Yes . Put them on there please . ," OK.If you need anything , just call the Room service . " " OK.If you need anything , just call the Room service . "," Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ? " " Thank you . By the way , what shall we do with the plates when we finish our meal ? ", Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it . Just leave them outside the door . We will take care of it . , I see . Thanks a lot . "Which of the two do you think is better ? I mean , what's the difference between them ? "," Well ... this one costs more , but it has a much better sound.This part of it is made of wood , not plastic . And there's a tone control , too . " " Well ... this one costs more , but it has a much better sound.This part of it is made of wood , not plastic . And there's a tone control , too . ", I only want it for the kitchen . I like to listen to the news at breakfast time . I only want it for the kitchen . I like to listen to the news at breakfast time . ," Hmm ... well , the other one is good for the money . It's much cheaper . We sell clot of them and all our customers are satisfied with them . " " Hmm ... well , the other one is good for the money . It's much cheaper . We sell clot of them and all our customers are satisfied with them . "," Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ? " " Hmm ... I'd like the cheaper one , please . Can I pay hy cheque ? ", Certainly . Espresso is made with a machine that forces steam and boiling water through finely ground coffee . It's strong . ," OK , OK , this is good . Keep talking . What about cappuccino and all those other drinks ? " " OK , OK , this is good . Keep talking . What about cappuccino and all those other drinks ? ", Cappuccino is one-third espresso and two-thirds a mixture of steamed milk and froth . Cappuccino is one-third espresso and two-thirds a mixture of steamed milk and froth . , Froth ? Froth ? ," If you want something manly , stick with the espresso . " " If you want something manly , stick with the espresso . "," Thanks , Hugh . I owe you one . " "Either we'll be millionaires , or we won't ... won't have a dime . ", And it's all coming down to the next three weeks . And it's all coming down to the next three weeks . , The only person who seems confident the software will be done on time is Zina . The only person who seems confident the software will be done on time is Zina . ," Yeah , she is some kind of Superwoman , isn't she ? " " Yeah , she is some kind of Superwoman , isn't she ? ", Failure just isn't an option for her . I'm glad she's on our team . You've got a beautiful singing voice ! ," It's this high-tech equipment that doctors my voice a little . Actually , i am tone-deaf . " " It's this high-tech equipment that doctors my voice a little . Actually , i am tone-deaf . "," Come on , You hit the high notes perfectly ! " " Come on , You hit the high notes perfectly ! "," Well , the echo and the stereo system helped a lot . And i know that song very well , so , i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well . " " Well , the echo and the stereo system helped a lot . And i know that song very well , so , i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well . "," You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose.Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose ! " " You're too modest . Pass me the catalogue ! I'd like to see which song to choose.Wow , this place has a large selection of songs . I dont know which to choose ! ", Pick the one that you always sing in the shower . Pick the one that you always sing in the shower . ," Funny.Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers . " " Funny.Oh , i like this song . It's by one of my favorite singers . ", Read me the index number ! Read me the index number ! ," 1021.It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along ! " " 1021.It ' s a duet ! Come on , Pick the mic and sing along ! ", No . I need a rest ! I'm so nervous about this oral test . , Just calm down . I'm sure you'll do well . Just calm down . I'm sure you'll do well . , I just want to get it over with . Joan is a thorough drag ! , What is it ? What is it ? , She keeps talking when I'm reading . She keeps talking when I'm reading . , There must be something wrong with her . "Excuse me , I got a parcel arrival notice yesterday . ", Would you show me your notice ? Would you show me your notice ? , Here you are . Here you are . , Please endorse it first . Do you have identification ? Please endorse it first . Do you have identification ? ," Yes , here is my ID card . " Hello . I'm Jason . , Hi . My name is Dolma . Hi . My name is Dolma . ," Nice to meet you , Dolma . " " Nice to meet you , Dolma . ", Good to meet you too . "Sorry , Mary , I can't make it in time for dinner . "," Okay , Bob , when will I see you ? " " Okay , Bob , when will I see you ? ", Maybe I will be around later . Maybe I will be around later . ," Okay , I'll see you later . " Why did your parents make you stay at home ? ," They wanted to go out , and so they made me look after my baby brother . " " They wanted to go out , and so they made me look after my baby brother . ", Didn't you mind doing it ? Didn't you mind doing it ? ," No , I didn't . My brother was very good and I did quite a lot of homework . " " No , I didn't . My brother was very good and I did quite a lot of homework . ", Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ? Didn't you even want to go to the cinema ? , Not really . I watched television for an hour . Not really . I watched television for an hour . , What was on television last night ? What was on television last night ? , Boxing . It was excellent . Boxing . It was excellent . ," Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too.What a pity I missed it last night ! " " Oh . I enjoy watching boxing on television , too.What a pity I missed it last night ! ", What did you do last night ? What did you do last night ? , I went to a boxing match in the sports stadium . Thank you very much for your dinner . , Thank you for your coming . Thank you for your coming . , My wife is expecting me at home . I must be off now.So long ! My wife is expecting me at home . I must be off now.So long ! , So long ! "Hello sir , may I help you ? "," Yeah , I accidentally dropped my phone in the toilet . " " Yeah , I accidentally dropped my phone in the toilet . "," I see . Well , you have come to the right place . We have over one hundred models of more than twenty leading mobile phone manufacturers . " " I see . Well , you have come to the right place . We have over one hundred models of more than twenty leading mobile phone manufacturers . "," Sounds good . I don ’ t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range . " " Sounds good . I don ’ t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range . "," We have this new ETC smart phone.It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are . " " We have this new ETC smart phone.It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are . ", What about Wi-fi ? What about Wi-fi ? , Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home . Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home . , One last thing . Is it waterproof ? The bracelet is so well suited to you . It looks very nice . ," Yeah , I cherish it . Because I have been working like a dog for two months to buy it . " "hi , my name's Abby . What's your name ? ", I'm colin . It's nice to meet you . What do you do ? I'm colin . It's nice to meet you . What do you do ? , I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ? I'm a freelance English teacher . How about you ? , I'm in between jobs at the moment . I'm in between jobs at the moment . , what kind of job are you looking for ? what kind of job are you looking for ? , I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field . I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field . , have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ? have you ever thought about becoming a freelance IT consultant ? , no . Is it difficult to find such a job ? no . Is it difficult to find such a job ? , not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ? not if you are good at net-working . Do you like to meet new people ? , yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly . yes . I'm pretty out-going and friendly . , do you have experience in the IT field ? do you have experience in the IT field ? , I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain . I have some . I worked in the IT department at a language school for four years in Spain . , do you speak Spanish ? do you speak Spanish ? ," yes , but not fluently . " " yes , but not fluently . ", that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ? that's OK . Have you sent your CV out to anyone yet ? , I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me . I've sent my CV to dozens of companies but nobody has got back to me . , did you write a clear objective in your resume ? did you write a clear objective in your resume ? ," no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do . " " no , because I didn't know what I wanted to do . ", I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it . I think you need to update your CV . Bring it over to my office tomorrow and I'll help you with it . ," thanks , I will . I'll see you tomorrow then ! " "In my wedding ceremony , where do my parents sit in the church ? ", The bride's parents ' seating arrangement is on the left side of the aisle and the groom's parents is on the right side . The bride's parents ' seating arrangement is on the left side of the aisle and the groom's parents is on the right side . , Do friends of the bride always sit on one side of the church and friends of the groom on the other ? Do friends of the bride always sit on one side of the church and friends of the groom on the other ? , They usually do . I need somebody to come over and fix my internet . , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , For some reason it's just not connecting . For some reason it's just not connecting . , How long have you been having this problem ? How long have you been having this problem ? , It hasn't been working the past few days . It hasn't been working the past few days . , Does the internet come up at all ? Does the internet come up at all ? ," It does , but it won't connect to anything . " " It does , but it won't connect to anything . "," Well , the internet isn't down , so there must be something wrong with your connection . " " Well , the internet isn't down , so there must be something wrong with your connection . ", Could you send someone to fix it today ? Could you send someone to fix it today ? , I'll send somebody over right away to fix it . I'll send somebody over right away to fix it . , When will they be here ? When will they be here ? , They should be there in the next hour . What's your weight ? , 150 pounds . 150 pounds . ," Do put yourself on a diet , otherwise you'll be too fat . " " Do put yourself on a diet , otherwise you'll be too fat . ", I can't bear eating less . What are your terms of payment ? , Our terms are net 30 . Our terms are net 30 . , What if we purchase an increased quantity ? Can you give us better terms ? What if we purchase an increased quantity ? Can you give us better terms ? ," You would have to order in excess of 10,000 units to be eligible . " " You would have to order in excess of 10,000 units to be eligible . "," We do not have the space in our warehouse to store over 5,000 units . " " We do not have the space in our warehouse to store over 5,000 units . ", An option we can offer is two separate shipments.We will house the inventory until you are ready for us to ship it to you . Good afternoon . I'll show you to your room . , Thank you . Thank you . , Could you tell me which bags are yours ? Could you tell me which bags are yours ? , They're over there next to the door . Those three with green tags on them . They're over there next to the door . Those three with green tags on them . ," Could you wait a moment ? I have to get a trolley . May I see your room key , please ? " " Could you wait a moment ? I have to get a trolley . May I see your room key , please ? "," Sure , here it is . " " Sure , here it is . "," Thank you . Room 402 . You're on the 4th floor . This way , please . " "Honey , please forgive me . There is lots of work to do . So , I forget your birthday . ", I see.That ’ s all right . Don ’ t put the blame on yourself . "Look , Dad , many people are doing morning exercises here . ", Yes . I used to come out here with my grandpa as child . Yes . I used to come out here with my grandpa as child . , Really ? You were so happy then . Really ? You were so happy then . , Aren't you happy now ? I hadn't seen the piano when I was a child . Aren't you happy now ? I hadn't seen the piano when I was a child . ," Daddy , don't mention it . " " Daddy , don't mention it . ", The park is so beautiful . It is a good thing I have taken the camera . The park is so beautiful . It is a good thing I have taken the camera . ," Dad , I'd like to take a picture with the status . " " Dad , I'd like to take a picture with the status . ", All right . Give me a big smile . Are you ready ? Cheese ! All right . Give me a big smile . Are you ready ? Cheese ! ," Daddy , we can't have a photo of the whole family . We can take one here . " " Daddy , we can't have a photo of the whole family . We can take one here . "," Excuse me , sir . Could you take a photo for us ? Just press this button . " Good luck on your test tomorrow . We'll be crossing our fingers for you ! , Thanks . There will be another sandstorm here tomorrow . , It's the fourth one this year . Isn't it horrible . It's the fourth one this year . Isn't it horrible . , Yes . We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading . Yes . We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading . , It may take many years for the trees to grow . I hope people will stop cutting down trees . It may take many years for the trees to grow . I hope people will stop cutting down trees . , But we need the wood . But we need the wood . , But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood . "Hello , this is Catharine from Thomson Company . Can I speak to Mr . Wang ? "," Sorry , he is in the middle of something . Can I take a message ? " " Sorry , he is in the middle of something . Can I take a message ? ", Yes . Please tell him that he is expected to have an interview with the CEO of ABC company tomorrow morning at 10:00 . Yes . Please tell him that he is expected to have an interview with the CEO of ABC company tomorrow morning at 10:00 . , Could you please speak in a louder voice ? There may be something wrong with your receiver . Could you please speak in a louder voice ? There may be something wrong with your receiver . ," OK , I will repeat what I said loudly . " "Take me to this address , please . "," Yes , ma'am . Here we are . " " Yes , ma'am . Here we are . "," How much do I owe you , sir ? " " How much do I owe you , sir ? "," 30 dollars , ma'am . " " 30 dollars , ma'am . "," Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ? " " Are you kidding ? The meter says 15 dollars , doesn't it ? "," Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip , too . " " Yes , but we need some extra charge and some tip , too . ", I don't get it . I'll go and have that doorman talk to you then . I don't get it . I'll go and have that doorman talk to you then . ," OK , ma'am . Calm down , 15 dollars will do . " "Hi , Becky , what's up ? "," Not much , except that my mother-in-law is driving me up the wall . " " Not much , except that my mother-in-law is driving me up the wall . ", What's the problem ? What's the problem ? , She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do . I can never do anything right when she ' s around . She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do . I can never do anything right when she ' s around . , For example ? For example ? ," Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her . " " Well , last week I invited her over to dinner . My husband and I had no problem with the food , but if you listened to her , then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables . There's just nothing can please her . "," No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen . " " No , I can't see that happening . I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen . ", It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids . It's not just that . She also criticizes how we raise the kids . ," My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us . If it wasn't disciplining them enough , then we were disciplining them too much . She also complained about the food we fed them , the schools we sent them too , and everything else under the sun . " "You are an outgoing person , quite easy to talk with . "," Yes , my friends like to get along with me well . " " Yes , my friends like to get along with me well . ", Do you have many friends ? Do you have many friends ? ," Yes , I like to make new friends . " " Yes , I like to make new friends . ", What do you usually do with them ? What do you usually do with them ? ," We like to get together , chat and enjoy beautiful music . " Which pair of jeans do you like best ? , I really like the straight legs . I really like the straight legs . , But they aren't very fashionable . What about these ? But they aren't very fashionable . What about these ? , I don't like the way they sag down . I feel like I have plumber butt in them . I don't like the way they sag down . I feel like I have plumber butt in them . , That's the style ! You just wear boxers . That's the style ! You just wear boxers . , What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ? What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug ? What then ? , You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants ! You're so old fashioned ! Nobody is going to pull down your pants ! ," If you ask me , it's a walking invitation ! " May I please speak to Robert ? , There is no one here by that name . There is no one here by that name . , Is this 2517758 ? Is this 2517758 ? ," No , this is 2517759 . " " No , this is 2517759 . "," Oh , I'm sorry . " " Oh , I'm sorry . ", That's all right . "Bruno Bistro , how may I help you ? "," Yes , hello , I would like to make a reservation please . " " Yes , hello , I would like to make a reservation please . "," Certainly sir , For which day and time please ? " " Certainly sir , For which day and time please ? ", Tonight at seven . Tonight at seven . ," I'm sorry sir , but we are fully booked tonight until eight . " " I'm sorry sir , but we are fully booked tonight until eight . "," In that case , eight o'clock is fine . " " In that case , eight o'clock is fine . "," Very well , and how many people will attend tonight ? " " Very well , and how many people will attend tonight ? ", Four people . Four people . ," Lastly , may I please know what name I should make the reservation under ? " " Lastly , may I please know what name I should make the reservation under ? ", Mark . Waiter ! ," Yes , can I help you ? " " Yes , can I help you ? ", Where shall I pay the bill ? Where shall I pay the bill ? , You can pay here . You can pay here . , OK . How much is it all together ? OK . How much is it all together ? , It is one hundred and fifty . This is your bill . It is one hundred and fifty . This is your bill . , Is the service charge included ? Is the service charge included ? , Yes . Yes . ," OK , here you are . " What kind of jobs are becoming popular in your country ? ," As in many countries , there ’ s been a big growth in anything related to computers . Young people are attracted to that field in particular . There ’ s also been a big growth in education . " " As in many countries , there ’ s been a big growth in anything related to computers . Young people are attracted to that field in particular . There ’ s also been a big growth in education . ", There ’ s been a growth in that field in my country too . A lot of people want to learn practical and professional skills . There ’ s been a growth in that field in my country too . A lot of people want to learn practical and professional skills . , The interesting thing is that many of the teachers are not actually trained teachers . They are usually professionals who are taking a break from their jobs to pass on skills to others . The interesting thing is that many of the teachers are not actually trained teachers . They are usually professionals who are taking a break from their jobs to pass on skills to others . , I noticed that too . What are the people learning ? I noticed that too . What are the people learning ? ," In my country , they are usually studying something business-related , such as marketing , management techniques , and human resource management . " " In my country , they are usually studying something business-related , such as marketing , management techniques , and human resource management . ", I think that jobs in the leisure industry will become more popular in the future . I think that jobs in the leisure industry will become more popular in the future . ," That trend has already begun in my country . In particular , there ’ s a big demand for people to work in fitness centers . Which kinds of jobs are less in demand ? " " That trend has already begun in my country . In particular , there ’ s a big demand for people to work in fitness centers . Which kinds of jobs are less in demand ? "," Those in traditional fields , such as agriculture and heavy industry . Younger people are not interested in doing those jobs and other countries have industries that can produce things much cheaper . " " Those in traditional fields , such as agriculture and heavy industry . Younger people are not interested in doing those jobs and other countries have industries that can produce things much cheaper . "," Yes . My country is certainly expanding in the service and hi-tech sectors , but contracting in the heavy industry and primary industry sectors . However , our car and aircraft manufacturers are doing very well . " " Yes . My country is certainly expanding in the service and hi-tech sectors , but contracting in the heavy industry and primary industry sectors . However , our car and aircraft manufacturers are doing very well . "," They are well known for high quality , that ’ s why . " What did you do today ? , Played poker with my work friends . Played poker with my work friends . , Did you win ? Did you win ? , Of course . "What is the correct time , please ? ", It ’ s exactly twelve minutes past seven . It ’ s exactly twelve minutes past seven . , When will you lecture begin ? When will you lecture begin ? , Begin at 9 o ’ clock sharp . Why do you stop me ? , You have gone against the traffic rules . You have gone against the traffic rules . , I'm sorry . I'm sorry . , Do you know this is a Onaway street ? Do you know this is a Onaway street ? , I don't know . I don't know . , You have to pay a fine . You're looking very well . , Thank you . I try to keep in shape . Thank you . I try to keep in shape . , Do you often exercise ? Do you often exercise ? ," Yes , as long as I can find the time . I like swimming best . " " Yes , as long as I can find the time . I like swimming best . ", What style of swimming do you like best ? What style of swimming do you like best ? ," I like the back best . I am good at freestyle stroke , but I usually use breast stroke as it keeps me from getting tired . " " I like the back best . I am good at freestyle stroke , but I usually use breast stroke as it keeps me from getting tired . ", I think butterfly stroke is the most difficult style to learn . I think butterfly stroke is the most difficult style to learn . ," I agree . I'm not good at it , either . Can you swim ? How about going for a swim this Saturday ? " " I agree . I'm not good at it , either . Can you swim ? How about going for a swim this Saturday ? "," Oh , no . I am quite a stone in the water and cannot swim . " What's wrong with you ? , I have a sore throat and headache . I have a sore throat and headache . , Do you feel tired ? Do you feel tired ? ," Yes , my whole body feels weak . And I really feel terrible . " " Yes , my whole body feels weak . And I really feel terrible . ", I'm sorry to hear that . I'll have to examine you . I'm sorry to hear that . I'll have to examine you . ," Ok , go ahead . " " Ok , go ahead . ", Open your mouth and show me your tongue . Say ah ... You have a bad cold . So you must stay in bed for a week . Eat some more . ," No , thanks . I'm on a diet . " Any idea about James ? He ’ s a pain in the neck . , Guess what ? He has just got the sack . Guess what ? He has just got the sack . ," Oh , is that so ? " " Oh , is that so ? ", Exactly . Here is your ticket . Let's get in the museum . , Sure . The exhibits on display were really fascinating . Sure . The exhibits on display were really fascinating . , I can't agree more . I think we'd better hire a guide so that we can learn more . I can't agree more . I think we'd better hire a guide so that we can learn more . , Good idea . Let's ask the officer for help . "Amelia , could you spare a few minutes ? ", sure . What do you need ? sure . What do you need ? ," well , I wanted to let you know that I've put in my notice . " " well , I wanted to let you know that I've put in my notice . ", really ? Why ? really ? Why ? , it's complicated . But basically it boils down to one thing . This company is downsizing and I can't continue working for a company that may let me go . it's complicated . But basically it boils down to one thing . This company is downsizing and I can't continue working for a company that may let me go . , but surely they won't fire you ! You're one of the most experienced managers here ! but surely they won't fire you ! You're one of the most experienced managers here ! ," well , to be honest , there's another reason . I've got a better offer . " " well , to be honest , there's another reason . I've got a better offer . ", well that's great news ! Congratulations ! Where will you be located ? well that's great news ! Congratulations ! Where will you be located ? ," the head office is in New York , but I'll be dealing with overseas companies and flying to this side of the world from time to time . " " the head office is in New York , but I'll be dealing with overseas companies and flying to this side of the world from time to time . "," it'll be sad to see you go , but it sounds like you're found yourself a great opportunity . " " it'll be sad to see you go , but it sounds like you're found yourself a great opportunity . ", I have . I feel lucky . I look forward to dealing with overseas companies and at the same time having a chance to use English more . I have . I feel lucky . I look forward to dealing with overseas companies and at the same time having a chance to use English more . ," I'm sorry to bring this up , but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go ? " " I'm sorry to bring this up , but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go ? "," of course I can . In fact , if there are other job opportunities at this new company , I'll recommend you personally . " " of course I can . In fact , if there are other job opportunities at this new company , I'll recommend you personally . ", thanks . I appreciate that . "Cathy , I'd like to introduce the new microwave stove of mine to you , because it is easy to use . "," OK , it so happened I want to buy one . " " OK , it so happened I want to buy one . "," This microwave stove has many functions . Let me show you . For example , if you want to cook meat , you just need to put meat in it , and press the button with a picture of meat , that ’ s OK . After several minutes , you can eat the delicious meat . " " This microwave stove has many functions . Let me show you . For example , if you want to cook meat , you just need to put meat in it , and press the button with a picture of meat , that ’ s OK . After several minutes , you can eat the delicious meat . "," I think it ’ s good , and it suits me , because I'm not good at cooking . Is it expensive ? " " I think it ’ s good , and it suits me , because I'm not good at cooking . Is it expensive ? "," Oh , it is not so expensive . It only costs me 280 dollars . " Wedding rings ! ," Oh , no ... " " Oh , no ... ", Aren't they cool ? I like the settings . Aren't they cool ? I like the settings . ," Jen , is there someone you're not telling me about ? " " Jen , is there someone you're not telling me about ? "," No . I just like looking at wedding rings , OK ? " " No . I just like looking at wedding rings , OK ? ", Women are such dreamers . Women are such dreamers . , These are specially designed for the year 2000 ! What do you want to do tonight ? , I don't know . What do you want to do ? I don't know . What do you want to do ? , I have no idea . Do you think we're in a rut ? I have no idea . Do you think we're in a rut ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ? " " Well , we do the same things every weekend . We go to the same restaurants . We see the same friends . You know what I mean ? "," Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight . " " Yeah , I guess you're right . It's easy to get bogged down in the day to day , and forget to change things up once in a while . Let's break out and do something completely different tonight . "," Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue . " " Okay , I'll look in the events section of the paper to see what's going on tonight . Hmm , we could go to a concert . There is a good one tonight . I bet it's not sold out . But , we'll have to drive an hour to the venue . "," An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad . " " An hour ? That's a bit of a bummer . Let me take a peek and see what else there is . How about going dancing ? We haven't done that in a while . There's a club in Silver Lake that's supposed to be hopping on Friday nights . Eddie from work told me that they have a really good DJ and a big dance floor , and the cover charge isn't bad . "," I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ? " " I'm not really in the mood for dancing , actually . You know what ? I just feel like staying home tonight and vegging , after all . How about you ? "," Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night . " " Yeah , I was hoping you'd say that . It's nice to have the option to go out but I'd rather stay in . Maybe we can go out tomorrow night . "," Yeah , definitely , tomorrow night . " Can you tell me if there is a flight to New York ? , Yes . Flight DB117 departs at 5:38 pm and arrives in New York at 6:00 am with a layover in Chicago . It also makes a refueling stop at Colombia . Yes . Flight DB117 departs at 5:38 pm and arrives in New York at 6:00 am with a layover in Chicago . It also makes a refueling stop at Colombia . , So many stops ! Don't you have any direct flights ? So many stops ! Don't you have any direct flights ? ," Sorry sir , it is the only flight wa have right now . " "What sort of shopping is nearby , Mr . Taylor ? ", Call me John . This is a great area of the city for shopping . There ’ s a grocery store just around the corner . Call me John . This is a great area of the city for shopping . There ’ s a grocery store just around the corner . , What about things other than food ? What about things other than food ? ," Well , the Riverside Mall has 200 stores in it , including four major department stores . " " Well , the Riverside Mall has 200 stores in it , including four major department stores . ", Are there small shops near here as well ? Are there small shops near here as well ? ," Yes , on 4th street , near the movie theater there are many specialty shops , including clothing boutiques . " " Yes , on 4th street , near the movie theater there are many specialty shops , including clothing boutiques . "," Well , that sounds just wonderful . " " Well , that sounds just wonderful . "," Yes , it ’ s a really nice neighborhood . " We are just going round the corner for a drink . Won't you join us ? ," Well , I'd like to , but I am not sure I have time . " " Well , I'd like to , but I am not sure I have time . "," Oh , come on ! Just a quick one ! " " Oh , come on ! Just a quick one ! "," All right , just a quick one . " "Happy New Year , Rose . "," Happy New Year , Thomas . How many joys nice drinks with us , will you ? " " Happy New Year , Thomas . How many joys nice drinks with us , will you ? "," Thank you , I will . What are you up to today ? " " Thank you , I will . What are you up to today ? "," First , I am going to get ready for the parade , I have a great costume . Then later today , I am going to church . If you want , I can give you a costume , and you can be at parade too . It will be fun " " First , I am going to get ready for the parade , I have a great costume . Then later today , I am going to church . If you want , I can give you a costume , and you can be at parade too . It will be fun "," Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ? " " Sure , why not . Sounds like fun . Why are you going to church ? "," My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him . " " My father likes to go , and I told him I will go with him . ", What for ? What for ? ," Lots of people especially seniors like to go to church , and attend the evening service . " "May I have a menu , please ? ", Of course . Of course . , Could you tell me how this thing is cooked ? Could you tell me how this thing is cooked ? , Lobster ? It is steamed and served with our special sauce . Lobster ? It is steamed and served with our special sauce . , Is it good ? Is it good ? , Sure . It is a most popular dish . Sure . It is a most popular dish . ," I think I will try some lobster , and give me some green salad together . " "I want to go to china for sight-seeing . What do you think of it , Mum ? ", Why not ? China is a wonderful country . Why not ? China is a wonderful country . ," Will you go with me , too ? " " Will you go with me , too ? "," No , I'm afraid not now . I'm too busy . " Have you heard who got elected ? ," No , who won ? " " No , who won ? ", Our new President is John McCain . Our new President is John McCain . , What ? You can ’ t be serious ! What ? You can ’ t be serious ! , I was just as shocked when I found out . I was just as shocked when I found out . , Why would anyone vote for McCain ? Why would anyone vote for McCain ? , The people have spoken . The people have spoken . , That ’ s horrible . That ’ s horrible . ," If you don ’ t like that , then you ’ re probably going to be mad at what I tell you next . " " If you don ’ t like that , then you ’ re probably going to be mad at what I tell you next . ", More bad news ? More bad news ? ," I was just joking , and Obama is our new President . " " I was just joking , and Obama is our new President . ", Are you serious this time ? That ’ s wonderful news . "Ms . Wang , this is Mr . Cooper , president of Ivy Publishing . "," It's nice to meet you , Mr . Cooper . " " It's nice to meet you , Mr . Cooper . "," Nice to meet you , Ms . Wang . You must be exhausted after your long trip from Canada . " " Nice to meet you , Ms . Wang . You must be exhausted after your long trip from Canada . "," Yes , it was quite a long flight . I'm glad to finally be here . " "Fair-Priced Fares , how may I help you ? ", How much is a round-trip ticket to London ? How much is a round-trip ticket to London ? ," When did you plan to go , sir ? " " When did you plan to go , sir ? ", In the second week of September . In the second week of September . ," The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper . " " The second week of September is still in the high-season , so the cheapest tickets are $ 650 . The high season lasts until the 15th , so fares after that date are cheaper . "," In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ? " " In that case , I'll go after the 15th . How much are the off-season fares ? ", Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines . Our cheapest ticket is $ 550 on American Airlines . ," Okay , I'll take it . ( to be continued ) " Do you need any help ? , I need some help catching up . Are you good at typing or could you help me xerox ? I need some help catching up . Are you good at typing or could you help me xerox ? , I like xeroxing . I like xeroxing . , Thank you ! There are papers on the table to start with . Thank you ! There are papers on the table to start with . ," OK , I will get right to that . " " OK , I will get right to that . ", I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ? I really appreciate the help . How many years have you been with the company ? , I just started working here . I just started working here . , I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ? I have a special assignment coming up . Would you be interested in helping me on it ? ," I'd like to , but I am very busy . " " I'd like to , but I am very busy . ", I'll make sure that management keeps you in mind for special projects in the future . Thanks for the help ! What are you thinking about ? , About my boyfriend . About my boyfriend . , Again ! Again ! , You are really a wet blanket . "Next , please . ", Could I purchase Euro with RIB here ? I have to stay here for months . Could I purchase Euro with RIB here ? I have to stay here for months . ," Yes , the rate for cash purchases is listed on the electronica screen , so you have seen the rate of exchange . " " Yes , the rate for cash purchases is listed on the electronica screen , so you have seen the rate of exchange . "," Yes , I have known of it . " " Yes , I have known of it . ", How much do you like to exchange ? How much do you like to exchange ? ," 20,000 RIB . " " 20,000 RIB . ", In what denominations ? In what denominations ? ," It doesn't matter , but leave me some small changes , that will be convenient in daily life . " " It doesn't matter , but leave me some small changes , that will be convenient in daily life . "," Right , I will exchange for you now . Please sign the exchange form giving the name and telephone . " " Right , I will exchange for you now . Please sign the exchange form giving the name and telephone . "," Well , could you change them too ? The dollars , I want to change them into Swiss francs . " " Well , could you change them too ? The dollars , I want to change them into Swiss francs . "," OK , wait for a moment . Well , I am sorry , but we are not authorized to exchange coins because it is low and we do not have enough foreign coins . In this case , you'd better change 2,000 $ to Swiss francs . " " OK , wait for a moment . Well , I am sorry , but we are not authorized to exchange coins because it is low and we do not have enough foreign coins . In this case , you'd better change 2,000 $ to Swiss francs . ", It doesn't matter . It doesn't matter . , Please sign the memo on the bottom and keep your money and memo . Please sign the memo on the bottom and keep your money and memo . , Thanks a lot . Good-bye . "Excuse me , do you know the shortcut to the Lincoln park ? "," Well , there does have one . Walk along the road and turn left when you come to a bystreet . It will lead you to the back gate of the park . " " Well , there does have one . Walk along the road and turn left when you come to a bystreet . It will lead you to the back gate of the park . ", Thank you very much . Is the back gate open now ? Thank you very much . Is the back gate open now ? , I don't think so . Does your wife work ? ," Yes , she does . She works at home . " " Yes , she does . She works at home . "," Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ? " " Oh , I understand . She cooks , cleans and takes care of children . Is that right ? "," Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer . " " Oh , no . Most of the time I do these things . She is a writer . ", You are really a hen-pecked husband . How's your business ? , Everything seems to be getting worse . I don't know what to do with it . Everything seems to be getting worse . I don't know what to do with it . , Things are tough all over . You should never give up ! Things are tough all over . You should never give up ! , But how can I prevent a deficit ? But how can I prevent a deficit ? , I think you should make a thorough market investigation now . I think you should make a thorough market investigation now . ," OK , OK . I ’ ll do my best . " " OK , OK . I ’ ll do my best . ", I always consider you are such a guy who never gives up . I always consider you are such a guy who never gives up . ," I know life is not all roses , and I believe I will pull this through . " " I know life is not all roses , and I believe I will pull this through . "," Yeah , you can make it . " What do you think of your personality ? ," I am quite alive and energetic . I am a curious person , and I like to learn new things . " " I am quite alive and energetic . I am a curious person , and I like to learn new things . ", Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? ," I am quite outgoing , I think . " " I am quite outgoing , I think . ", How do you get along with people whose characters are different from your own ? How do you get along with people whose characters are different from your own ? , I try to adapt myself . Excuse me.Would you like a drink before your meal ? , Pardon me ? Pardon me ? , Would you like a drink ? Would you like a drink ? ," Oh , I see . I'll have beer , please . " " Oh , I see . I'll have beer , please . ", OK.Here you are . OK.Here you are . , Thank you.How much is it ? Thank you.How much is it ? ," Well , all the drinks including beer are free of charge . " " Well , all the drinks including beer are free of charge . "," Are you sure ? Then , I will have more beer , please . " " Are you sure ? Then , I will have more beer , please . ", Don't worry.We will come back again a little later . How long are you staying ? , Four weeks . Four weeks . , May I ask what brought you here ? May I ask what brought you here ? , I'm here on business . I'm here on business . , What line of business are you in ? What line of business are you in ? , I import canned food . I was told that your company had been in the furniture industry for many years . What kinds of products do you generally handle ? , We mostly handle office furniture . We supply first-class furniture . Here are our catalogue and the pattern books . You can see the material is superior and with all the latest styles . Can you give me some idea about what you're looking for ? We mostly handle office furniture . We supply first-class furniture . Here are our catalogue and the pattern books . You can see the material is superior and with all the latest styles . Can you give me some idea about what you're looking for ? ," You know , we want to totally furnish our new office building . This is a list of what we need . Could you give me a ballpark figure for everything on this list ? " " You know , we want to totally furnish our new office building . This is a list of what we need . Could you give me a ballpark figure for everything on this list ? ", The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order . Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer ? The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order . Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer ? ," If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets . " " If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff , we intend to buy several thousand sets . ", It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest . It's our pleasure to do business with you . We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest . ," I hope you will make us your best offer , CIF New York . " Why do you look so gloomy ? What are you looking for ? , My dissertation . I put it somewhere last night and I can't find it now . My dissertation . I put it somewhere last night and I can't find it now . , Did you finish typing yesterday ? Did you finish typing yesterday ? ," Yes , I kept on typing it until midnight , but it is lost . " " Yes , I kept on typing it until midnight , but it is lost . ", Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ? Don't worry about it . It must be somewhere in your room . Let's see where you put it . Have you searched your drawers and the desk ? ," Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk . " " Yes , but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk . ", How about the shelf ? How about the shelf ? , I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ? I've searched everywhere . Where on earth did I put it ? , Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go . Don't get upset over it . At least you have another week to go . , I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ? I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another . Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing . How could I do such a thing ? ," Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ? " " Cheer up ! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week . There is no need to write a new one . Oh , what's this ? Is this your dissertation ? "," Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ? " " Let me see . Yes , that's it . Where did you find it ? ", You ’ Ve put it among these journals . You ’ Ve put it among these journals . , My poor memory . Thank you very much . "How good are you at sports , Bill ? ", Are you kidding ? I ’ m terrible ! But I love to watch sports . I go to football or baseball games a lot . And I read sports magazines every week . Are you kidding ? I ’ m terrible ! But I love to watch sports . I go to football or baseball games a lot . And I read sports magazines every week . , Wow ! Wow ! ," Do you like sports , Janice ? " " Do you like sports , Janice ? "," Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ’ t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ’ t have much time to do those things . " " Oh , yes . I like to exercise . But I don ’ t watch sports or buy sports magazines . I don ’ t have much time to do those things . "," Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ? " " Oh , I see . You know , we spend time doing different sports . How much time do you spend exercising ? "," Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward . " " Well , I guess I exercise about two hours a day . I do aerobics three times a week , and the other days I play badminton 1 with my husband . I always feel good afterward . ", That ’ s great ! I ’ Ve heard people say that before . That ’ s great ! I ’ Ve heard people say that before . ," Well , why don ’ t you try to get some exercise ? It ’ s difficult , but very rewarding . " " Well , why don ’ t you try to get some exercise ? It ’ s difficult , but very rewarding . "," Oh , I ’ m too lazy to play sports , and I ’ m not good at anything either . It hardly excites me . " "Dad , can you lend me some money ? ", What for ? What for ? , I want to get a ticket for a concert tonight . I want to get a ticket for a concert tonight . , All right.Here ' s the money . I suppose I'll have to drive you there . Excuse me . I'm looking for Bluemingdails . Could you tell me how to get there ? ," Sure . It's very close actually.You go straight down this road . Then you turn left , at the next junction . " " Sure . It's very close actually.You go straight down this road . Then you turn left , at the next junction . ", Left the next junction . Ok . Left the next junction . Ok . ," Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block . You see it as you turn left.Seriously , You can't miss it.It ' s enormous . " " Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block . You see it as you turn left.Seriously , You can't miss it.It ' s enormous . ", Thanks very much . "What are you going to do with that vase , Penny ? "," I ’ m going to put it on this table , Sam . " " I ’ m going to put it on this table , Sam . ", Don ’ t do that . Give it to me . Don ’ t do that . Give it to me . , What are you going to do with it ? What are you going to do with it ? ," I ’ m going to put it here , in front of the window . " " I ’ m going to put it here , in front of the window . "," Be careful . Don ’ t drop it ! Don ’ t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf . " " Be careful . Don ’ t drop it ! Don ’ t put it there , Sam . Put it here , on this shelf . ", There we are ! It ’ s a lovely vase . There we are ! It ’ s a lovely vase . ," Those flowers are lovely , too . " Are you finished ? , Yes.May I have some more beer ? Yes.May I have some more beer ? ," Oh , sure . I'll be back in a minute.Thank you for waiting . Here it is.Did you enjoy your meal ? " " Oh , sure . I'll be back in a minute.Thank you for waiting . Here it is.Did you enjoy your meal ? "," Yes , the meal was very delicious and I enjoyed very much . I'm full . " " Yes , the meal was very delicious and I enjoyed very much . I'm full . ", Is that so ? I'm glad you enjoyed it . Is that so ? I'm glad you enjoyed it . ," By the way , Miss.Where is the toilet ? " " By the way , Miss.Where is the toilet ? ", Toilets are in the rear . I'm afraid all the toilets are fully occupied at the moment . Toilets are in the rear . I'm afraid all the toilets are fully occupied at the moment . , What ? DM210 is equivalent to 400 RIB . , Don't you wish to employ RIB of ours ? US Dollars might be adopted . Don't you wish to employ RIB of ours ? US Dollars might be adopted . , Are you afraid of losing money due to exchange rate fluctuations ? Are you afraid of losing money due to exchange rate fluctuations ? , I will give you a definite answer on the price terms two days later . "Mary , today is a great day for you . ", How nice of you to remember ! How nice of you to remember ! ," Oh , here's a little token of my affection . " " Oh , here's a little token of my affection . ", You're so thoughtful.Thank you . "Hey Eve , how are you ? "," I ’ m fine , Celia . And you ? " " I ’ m fine , Celia . And you ? ", I ’ m ok . I ’ m so busy ! I ’ m ok . I ’ m so busy ! , Do you have a lot of homework ? Do you have a lot of homework ? , Yes . Don ’ t you ? Yes . Don ’ t you ? , Of course I do ! Of course I do ! , Which class are you working on right now ? Which class are you working on right now ? , I ’ m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow . I ’ m studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow . , Are you in Mrs . Green ’ s class ? Are you in Mrs . Green ’ s class ? , Yes . Are you ? Yes . Are you ? , Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow ! Yes . We must have the same exam tomorrow ! , Do you want to study together ? Do you want to study together ? , Sure . This library is too quiet though . Sure . This library is too quiet though . , Do you want to go to an empty classroom ? Do you want to go to an empty classroom ? , That sounds good . That sounds good . , OK . Let ’ s go ! "Millions of amateur investors like you , have to rely on a dizzying array of financial newspapers , magazines and commentators to get investment information . ", Yes.It ' s sometimes scary if you think of the tremendous amount of media we face every day . Yes.It ' s sometimes scary if you think of the tremendous amount of media we face every day . ," It's like information overload , not to mention the reliability of these papers and magazines . " " It's like information overload , not to mention the reliability of these papers and magazines . ", Which financial magazines and newspapers do you think do the best job of checking facts ? Which financial magazines and newspapers do you think do the best job of checking facts ? ," Well , for example , The Wall Street Journal is very , very good . Even though it's used on occasion ( as all news organizations are ) by Ces or bankers who leak their mergers in advance in order to get a positive spin . " " Well , for example , The Wall Street Journal is very , very good . Even though it's used on occasion ( as all news organizations are ) by Ces or bankers who leak their mergers in advance in order to get a positive spin . ", I like to read Fortune . I like to read Fortune . ," Good . Fortune is usually ahead of the curve.And Business Week is very solid , too . " " Good . Fortune is usually ahead of the curve.And Business Week is very solid , too . ", Where does a broadcast company get most of their information ? I hope it's not just from press releases . Where does a broadcast company get most of their information ? I hope it's not just from press releases . ," A good broadcast company usually does far more than press releases.Their people go out and do real reporting , talking to people at the stock exchange , fund managers , analysts , etc . " " A good broadcast company usually does far more than press releases.Their people go out and do real reporting , talking to people at the stock exchange , fund managers , analysts , etc . "," But sometimes when a flimsy report , or even a rumor gets on television , there's going to be a terrible ' echo chamber ' effect . " " But sometimes when a flimsy report , or even a rumor gets on television , there's going to be a terrible ' echo chamber ' effect . ", You are right about that . Do you want to hear a funny joke ? ," OK . Are you sure it's funny , though ? " " OK . Are you sure it's funny , though ? "," Well , you'll see . " " Well , you'll see . ", OK . OK . ," OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them . " " OK , an Englishman , a Scotsman , and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert , and they could only take one thing with them . ", I see . I see . , So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment . So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment . ," Oh , that's funny ! " " Oh , that's funny ! "," Hang on , I haven't finished yet . " " Hang on , I haven't finished yet . "," Oh , sorry . " " Oh , sorry . "," Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . "" If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , "" he said . The Scotsman brought a map . "" If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . "" The Irishman had brought a car door . " " Well , as I was saying , they showed each other what they had decided to bring . The Englishman had brought some water . "" If we get thirsty , we'll have something to drink , "" he said . The Scotsman brought a map . "" If we get lost , we'll be able to find our way . "" The Irishman had brought a car door . ", A car door ? You mean just one car door ? A car door ? You mean just one car door ? ," Yep . A car door . "" Why the door ? "" the others asked him . "" Well , "" he said , “ If it gets hot , we can open the window . "" Do you get it ? " " Yep . A car door . "" Why the door ? "" the others asked him . "" Well , "" he said , “ If it gets hot , we can open the window . "" Do you get it ? ", Well ... Have you ever made any plan for your future ? , Of course I have . I'd like to marry a handsome man and have two children if possible . Of course I have . I'd like to marry a handsome man and have two children if possible . , Not me . I'd like to be a bachelor forever . Not me . I'd like to be a bachelor forever . , I don't believe you can make it when you meet your Mrs . Right . "Judy , what do you think of the new general manager ? "," He has extensive experience , although the guy ’ s really deep , sometimes , it scares me . " " He has extensive experience , although the guy ’ s really deep , sometimes , it scares me . "," I heard he's very clear about his likes and dislikes and he's not the type to just let things go , so don ’ t provoke him . " " I heard he's very clear about his likes and dislikes and he's not the type to just let things go , so don ’ t provoke him . "," I know , and that's why I'm always respectful and I keep my distance . It's safer that way . " " I know , and that's why I'm always respectful and I keep my distance . It's safer that way . "," Me too , I don't know why , but every time I see the guy , I break into a cold sweat . " " Me too , I don't know why , but every time I see the guy , I break into a cold sweat . "," It's in the eyes . They're the type that seems to look into your soul , making one really uneasy . " " It's in the eyes . They're the type that seems to look into your soul , making one really uneasy . "," Whatever we said , we must be more careful . " " Whatever we said , we must be more careful . "," Yes , I agree with you . " "Are these your triplets ? They ’ re beautiful ! I ’ Ve seen other babies who were nothing but skin and bones at their age . You know , they ’ re absolutely identical of you and John ! Are you planning on having any more ? ", Bite your tongue ! I ’ m already at the end of my rope . Some nights I don ’ t sleep at all . John manages to sleep like a log even when the babies are screaming at the top of their lungs . Bite your tongue ! I ’ m already at the end of my rope . Some nights I don ’ t sleep at all . John manages to sleep like a log even when the babies are screaming at the top of their lungs . ," Well , tell me . How was the labor and delivery ? " " Well , tell me . How was the labor and delivery ? ", I wouldn ’ t say that I had the time of my life but at least everything went without a hitch . I wouldn ’ t say that I had the time of my life but at least everything went without a hitch . ," Well , hang in there . In twenty years , you ’ ll fell it was well worth it ! " What's going on here ? ," You mean , what's happening ? Well , constable , I'm trying to get out of the windowand Fred here is helping me . " " You mean , what's happening ? Well , constable , I'm trying to get out of the windowand Fred here is helping me . ", Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door ? Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door ? ," Well , you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry . Come on , Fred , We're wasting time . " " Well , you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry . Come on , Fred , We're wasting time . "," Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ? " " Just a minute you two . I don't think you're telling me the truth . This isn't poorhouse , is it ? "," No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while . " " No , it's my brother's . I'm staying with him for a while . ", Is he at home ? Is he at home ? , I'm afraid not . He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment . "Billy , you don ’ t look too well . Maybe you should take the day off school . ", But Mom ! Today we ’ re playing football ! I love football ! But Mom ! Today we ’ re playing football ! I love football ! , You ’ Ve god a fever and playing football isn ’ t a good idea for a boy with a fever . What ’ s that on your arm ? You ’ Ve god a fever and playing football isn ’ t a good idea for a boy with a fever . What ’ s that on your arm ? , I don ’ t know . It was there when I woke up this morning . I don ’ t know . It was there when I woke up this morning . , It ’ s a rash . I ’ d better take you to see the doctor . How did you get that bruise on your leg ? It ’ s a rash . I ’ d better take you to see the doctor . How did you get that bruise on your leg ? , I bashed it against the chair in my room . I bashed it against the chair in my room . , Does it hurt ? Does it hurt ? ," A little , but not much . " " A little , but not much . ", Here . Put this wet towel on your face to keep your temperature down . I ’ ll take you to the doctor ’ s after breakfast . Here . Put this wet towel on your face to keep your temperature down . I ’ ll take you to the doctor ’ s after breakfast . ," If I ’ m better this afternoon , can I go to school ? " " If I ’ m better this afternoon , can I go to school ? "," If you are better , but I doubt you will be . " What's happening in your life ? , Can you believe I'm going to America ? Can you believe I'm going to America ? , That sounds great . That sounds great . ," Yes , I'm really excited . " "Hello , IMPF Bank , how can I help you ? ", I need to report a missing Bank Card and Book . I need to report a missing Bank Card and Book . ," OK Sir . Could you tell me the account holder's name , the account number , the amount in the account and your PIN number , please ? " " OK Sir . Could you tell me the account holder's name , the account number , the amount in the account and your PIN number , please ? "," Well , the account's in my name . Patrick Dean , that's D-E-A-N . The account number is 15273478841 . There was about 20,000 RIB inside . " " Well , the account's in my name . Patrick Dean , that's D-E-A-N . The account number is 15273478841 . There was about 20,000 RIB inside . "," OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure . " " OK , Sir . Almost there , I just need your PIN number . When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number . It's a very simple procedure . "," OK , it's 672910 . " "I think we have had a very pleasant conversation , haven't we ? "," Yes , I think so too . " " Yes , I think so too . ", Do you have any other questions ? Do you have any other questions ? , Let me think ... I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee . Let me think ... I want to know if the company can provide free accommodation for a new employee . , I'm sorry we can't now . I'm sorry we can't now . , I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live . I really hope that your company could provide living places ; otherwise I have to rent a house to live . , Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future . Maybe the company will build dormitory for the employees in the future . , That would work too . That would work too . , Anything else ? Anything else ? , Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ? Some companies will pay part of the phone bills for the employees . Will this company do so ? , I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company . I'm sorry we won't do so for a new employee . We only provide this benefit to employees who have made significant contributions to the company . , I understand . Will the company provide training ? I understand . Will the company provide training ? ," Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year . " " Yes , we will , and the staff will have a chance to travel every year . ", That's great . Thank you very much . I want to subscribe to The New York Times.How do you feel about it ? , It's one of the top papers in America . It's one of the top papers in America . ," Yes , It's supposed to be outstanding . " "I want to change rooms . In fact , I want a refund for tonight ! "," And the problem is , sir ? " " And the problem is , sir ? ", Cockroaches have taken over my room ! Cockroaches have taken over my room ! ," My apologies , sir . We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room . " " My apologies , sir . We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room . ", Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others . Thank you . I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others . , We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible . Is there a lot of snow in this region at this time of the year ? ," Yes , the snow is often falling thick and fast here . " " Yes , the snow is often falling thick and fast here . "," Well , I think I like it . I appreciate the snow very much . " " Well , I think I like it . I appreciate the snow very much . "," Yes , It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow . " " Yes , It's really so beautiful with all the things covered by snow . "," By the way , where can I go ski ? " " By the way , where can I go ski ? ", There are so many places around . Take a look at the advertisement . "The restaurant across the street hired a new Chinese chef , so I ordered some Chinese food there for this evening . ", Good . I love Chinese food . What did you order ? Good . I love Chinese food . What did you order ? , Something hot and spicy . They look very inviting on the menu . You are going to love them . Something hot and spicy . They look very inviting on the menu . You are going to love them . , Maybe we can find a place to learn some Chinese cooking . I hear there's a place in Chinatown where you can take some courses . Are you interested ? Maybe we can find a place to learn some Chinese cooking . I hear there's a place in Chinatown where you can take some courses . Are you interested ? ," I'm not sure . I don't enjoy cooking that much . As long as we can order it from a restaurant , we don't have to learn to do it by ourselves . " " I'm not sure . I don't enjoy cooking that much . As long as we can order it from a restaurant , we don't have to learn to do it by ourselves . ", You are right . But I just want to know how they prepare food and make it taste so different . Hey . Why did you take that money ? You are such a cheater ! I should send you to jail ! ," I am not cheating . When you pass go , you collect $ 200 , Everyone knows that ! " " I am not cheating . When you pass go , you collect $ 200 , Everyone knows that ! ", Well you can ’ t just take the money . You have to ask the bank for money . And I ’ m the banker . Well you can ’ t just take the money . You have to ask the bank for money . And I ’ m the banker . , Banker ? Banker ? , Yes ... Yes ... , Can I have my $ 200 please ? Can I have my $ 200 please ? ," Sure . Here you are , $ 200 , Thank you , please come again ! Now it ’ s my turn to roll the dice . " Hello . My name ’ s Linda Brown . What can I do for you today ? , Hi . I ’ m Tom Peterson . I ’ m looking for a one-bedroom apartment . Hi . I ’ m Tom Peterson . I ’ m looking for a one-bedroom apartment . ," Certainly . First , I would like to ask you some questions to identify your needs before I show you what we have . " " Certainly . First , I would like to ask you some questions to identify your needs before I show you what we have . ", That ’ s fine . That ’ s fine . , What price range are you interested in ? What price range are you interested in ? ," Well , between $ 350-400 a month . " " Well , between $ 350-400 a month . ", Okay . Do you have a special location in mind ? Okay . Do you have a special location in mind ? ," I ’ d like to live somewhere near the university , or at least on a bus line . " " I ’ d like to live somewhere near the university , or at least on a bus line . ", When would you like to move in ? When would you like to move in ? , As soon as possible . As soon as possible . , How about the end of this month ? How about the end of this month ? , Fine . Fine . ," Are there any special features that you would like to have , such as , a dishwasher , a balcony , a swimming pool , central air conditionining , etc . ? " " Are there any special features that you would like to have , such as , a dishwasher , a balcony , a swimming pool , central air conditionining , etc . ? ", I would like to have a dishwasher and central air conditioning . I would like to have a dishwasher and central air conditioning . , Okay . Here are the photos of the apartments that fit your preferences . Okay . Here are the photos of the apartments that fit your preferences . , Thank you . This one looks nice . Is it near the university ? Thank you . This one looks nice . Is it near the university ? , Yes . It ’ s only 5 minutes walk from the campus . Yes . It ’ s only 5 minutes walk from the campus . , That ’ s good . I ’ d like to see it . Do you know what you want to eat for lunch ? , What do you feel like having ? What do you feel like having ? , I want to get some pizza . I want to get some pizza . , I had pizza for lunch yesterday . I had pizza for lunch yesterday . , Tell me what you want to eat . Tell me what you want to eat . , Do you want to get a burger ? Do you want to get a burger ? ," See , I had a burger for lunch yesterday . " " See , I had a burger for lunch yesterday . ", Think of something . Think of something . , How about I get pizza and you get a burger ? How about I get pizza and you get a burger ? , Let's do that then . Let's do that then . , Where do they sell both at ? Where do they sell both at ? , They sell pizza and burgers at the cafeteria . "Excuse me , could you tell me how much is the ticket ? ", It is free on weekend . It is free on weekend . , That's great ! That's great ! , Here is a guiding plan . "Hi , I have a doctor ’ s appointment scheduled with Dr . Smith , and I need to change it . ", What day did you have it scheduled for ? What day did you have it scheduled for ? , My appointment was on Tuesday . My appointment was on Tuesday . , What time was it scheduled for ? What time was it scheduled for ? , It was for two o ’ clock in the afternoon . It was for two o ’ clock in the afternoon . , I see your appointment . What day would you like to switch to ? I see your appointment . What day would you like to switch to ? , I would like to switch it to next Friday . I would like to switch it to next Friday . , What time would you like ? What time would you like ? , I would like to come in at 10 I would like to come in at 10 ," Fine , I will pencil that in right now . We will see you then . " I'm looking for some fresh produce that's on sale . ," Well , we just got in some mangoes . " " Well , we just got in some mangoes . ", Mangoes . What are they ? Mangoes . What are they ? ," Well , it's a fruit with a big nut in it . " " Well , it's a fruit with a big nut in it . ", Can you eat the nut ? Can you eat the nut ? ," No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut . " " No , you peel off the skin and throw out the nut . ", How much are they ? How much are they ? ," Well , the sale price is $ 1 each . " " Well , the sale price is $ 1 each . ", What does a mango taste like ? What does a mango taste like ? , They're like a citrus fruit . They're like a citrus fruit . , How do I know if it's ripe ? How do I know if it's ripe ? , You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel . You can buy them hard . Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel . , Where do they come from ? Where do they come from ? , Most of them in this store are from Mexico . I like pop music very much . , What ? What ? , I said I like pop music very much.It ' s so lovely . I said I like pop music very much.It ' s so lovely . , Is it ? "Sir , I want to ask for a leave for five days . Here is the request form . "," Let me see your form . You mentioned that you want five days to go back home for New Year , right ? " " Let me see your form . You mentioned that you want five days to go back home for New Year , right ? "," Yes , I need to go home to have a family reunion . " " Yes , I need to go home to have a family reunion . ", Do you still remember we already have a New Year celebration on January 1st ? Do you still remember we already have a New Year celebration on January 1st ? ," Yes , sir . I remember it . But our Chinese usually celebrate the New Year on lunar calendar . " " Yes , sir . I remember it . But our Chinese usually celebrate the New Year on lunar calendar . "," Well , I understand that . Your request is approved . Remember to give my best regards to your parents . " "Lee , I'm going to get married next month . ", Good news ! And congratulations ! Good news ! And congratulations ! , You are invited to my wedding . You are invited to my wedding . , Thank you . I'll certainly be there . Have you heard that Tom and his wife divorced ? , I didn't hear that . But I can deduce the reason . I didn't hear that . But I can deduce the reason . , Really ? Say it ! Really ? Say it ! ," Tom is a kind guy , but addicted to gambling . He spends all his time gambling in the casino . And his wife can't put up with his incessant gambling any longer , so she divorced him . Is that right ? " " Tom is a kind guy , but addicted to gambling . He spends all his time gambling in the casino . And his wife can't put up with his incessant gambling any longer , so she divorced him . Is that right ? "," Yeah , quite right . Gambling broke up a happy family . " " Yeah , quite right . Gambling broke up a happy family . "," Yeah ! Gambling is often a curse . By gambling we lose time and treasure , two things most precious to a man . " " Yeah ! Gambling is often a curse . By gambling we lose time and treasure , two things most precious to a man . "," Besides that , many people took to gambling and got in over their heads , and gradually ruined themselves . " " Besides that , many people took to gambling and got in over their heads , and gradually ruined themselves . "," In a word , gambling is a vice . We should be away from it . " Can I help you ? ," En , I am looking for a porter , do you know where I can find one ? " " En , I am looking for a porter , do you know where I can find one ? ", There are so many here.The men with red hats are the porters . There are so many here.The men with red hats are the porters . , What's the charge ? What's the charge ? ," Well , it depends how many pieces of luggages you have . " " Well , it depends how many pieces of luggages you have . ", Thank you . I'd like to reserve a table for three this evening . ," Just a moment , sir . Let me check the reservation list . Sorry , I'm afraid we're fully booked tonight . Would you like to make a reservation some other time ? " " Just a moment , sir . Let me check the reservation list . Sorry , I'm afraid we're fully booked tonight . Would you like to make a reservation some other time ? ", Do you have pot service at noon ? Do you have pot service at noon ? ," Yes , the same service and food as in the evening . " " Yes , the same service and food as in the evening . "," OK , we'll come at half past eleven tomorrow . " " OK , we'll come at half past eleven tomorrow . "," OK . Your name , please ? " " OK . Your name , please ? ", Black . Black . , Good . Thank you very much . Good morning . Welcome to Time After Time Watches . , I'd like to buy a watch . I'd like to buy a watch . ," Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ? " " Well , you've come to the right place . What kind of watch are you looking for ? "," Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ? " " Well , I'm not sure . Let's see . How much is this one ? "," Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 . " " Hmm ... This Rolex ? $ 1,000 . ", Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ? Oh . I don't think I can afford that . How about this one ? , This one is $ 500 . This one is $ 500 . , Wow . That's too much for me . Don't you have anything cheaper ? You must be very busy these days . I heard you are responsible for the meeting arrangements this time . It can be the most important meeting for our company this year . , Sure it is . I am up to my ears as time expressed . Sure it is . I am up to my ears as time expressed . , Do we still use the conference room in the same hotel as last time ? You remember ? I like that one . Do we still use the conference room in the same hotel as last time ? You remember ? I like that one . ," If we were in the same conference room , I would not work late these days . That conference room has been booked out . This time our boss wants to hold the meeting in our company . So everything has to be rearranged and checked , like tables , chairs , mean tacks , podium , audio and visual equipments and even the lunch menu . " " If we were in the same conference room , I would not work late these days . That conference room has been booked out . This time our boss wants to hold the meeting in our company . So everything has to be rearranged and checked , like tables , chairs , mean tacks , podium , audio and visual equipments and even the lunch menu . ", Good preparation will improve the effectiveness of the meeting . I am sure that your hard work will pay off . "Marquet , do you think I should enroll in the science course ? "," Yes , I think so . If you want to graduated this year , you've got to take a science course . " " Yes , I think so . If you want to graduated this year , you've got to take a science course . "," Right , I figure since you are doing premedical , you know about the very courses . " " Right , I figure since you are doing premedical , you know about the very courses . "," Well , I have to take biology , chemistry , maps and physics . What you need is a good introductory course for non-science majors . " " Well , I have to take biology , chemistry , maps and physics . What you need is a good introductory course for non-science majors . "," Yes , I'm really weak in maps , I did poorly in high school . " " Yes , I'm really weak in maps , I did poorly in high school . ", That's a problem . When will the ceremony begin ? ," The ceremony will begin at 9 0 ' clock . After the ceremony , there's a reception . By the way , do you know why they have chosen September 9th for their wedding ceremony ? " " The ceremony will begin at 9 0 ' clock . After the ceremony , there's a reception . By the way , do you know why they have chosen September 9th for their wedding ceremony ? ", No idea . No idea . ," As in English , Chinese also has some lucky numbers . The number 9 stands for perpetuity in Chinese . " Doesn't she have any friends ? ," If she has , they must be fair-weather friends . " " If she has , they must be fair-weather friends . ", Such friends are even worse than enemies . Such friends are even worse than enemies . , She'd better keep away from them . Can you tell me where the supply shop is ? , Sure . It ’ s on basement level one . Turn right when you get off the elevator . Sure . It ’ s on basement level one . Turn right when you get off the elevator . , Great ! Thanks a lot ! Great ! Thanks a lot ! ," No problem , John . " You stay beside me ; I'll fry the meat in the oil first . ," Daddy , what seasonings are you going to cook the meat with ? " " Daddy , what seasonings are you going to cook the meat with ? "," Er , I am gonna go with salt and sauce ! " " Er , I am gonna go with salt and sauce ! ", What ? Are you kidding ? What ? Are you kidding ? , Is there anything wrong ? Is there anything wrong ? , I remember Mom going with a lot of pepper for the meat . "Hello , Mary . "," Oh , hello , Tom ! Beautiful day , isn ’ t it ? " " Oh , hello , Tom ! Beautiful day , isn ’ t it ? "," Yes , it is ! " Merry Christmas ! , The same to you ! The same to you ! , Are you doing anything special ? Are you doing anything special ? , We're having some friends over.What are you doing ? We're having some friends over.What are you doing ? , Oh . I'm just going to take it easy . I saw a vacancy board outside for assistant . Has the vacancy been filled ? , Not yet . But do you have any experience as an assistant ? Not yet . But do you have any experience as an assistant ? , Yes . I have a lot of experience in that . I have worked for the sales company as an assistant since finishing my university . Yes . I have a lot of experience in that . I have worked for the sales company as an assistant since finishing my university . , OK . It sounds fine . You don ’ t look so good . , I have a major stomachache I have a major stomachache , Did you eat something strange ? Did you eat something strange ? , I had spaghetti with clam sauce for lunch . I had spaghetti with clam sauce for lunch . , Maybe you have food poisoning . Maybe you have food poisoning . ," Yes , that could have been it , but I haven ’ t been feeling that great for the past few days . " " Yes , that could have been it , but I haven ’ t been feeling that great for the past few days . ", Are you under a lot of stress ? Are you under a lot of stress ? , Not really . Things have been going OK . Not really . Things have been going OK . , Maybe you have a touch of the flu . Maybe you have a touch of the flu . , I think that I might be getting the flu . "You are friend of Janet , right ? I am Andrew , Andrew Smith . "," Nice to meet you , Andrew . I am Noirin , Noirin O'Neil . " " Nice to meet you , Andrew . I am Noirin , Noirin O'Neil . "," I'm sorry , I didn't quite catch that . " " I'm sorry , I didn't quite catch that . "," Noirin , N-O-I-R-I-N , it's an Irish name . " "This is the end , Jane . I don't want a girlfriend who goes out with other guys all the time . ", I won't do it again . Please forgive me . I won't do it again . Please forgive me . , No way . I've given you too many chances already . Can you manage chopsticks ? , Why not ? See . Why not ? See . , Good mastery . How do you like our Chinese food ? Good mastery . How do you like our Chinese food ? ," Oh , great ! It's delicious . You see , I am already putting on weight . There is one thing I don't like however , MSG . " " Oh , great ! It's delicious . You see , I am already putting on weight . There is one thing I don't like however , MSG . ", What's wrong with MSG ? It helps to bring out the taste of the food . What's wrong with MSG ? It helps to bring out the taste of the food . , According to some studies it may cause cancer . According to some studies it may cause cancer . ," Oh , don't let that worry you . If that were true , China wouldn't have such a large population . " " Oh , don't let that worry you . If that were true , China wouldn't have such a large population . ", I just happen to have a question for you guys . Why do the Chinese cook the vegetables ? You see what I mean is that most vitamin are destroyed when heated . I just happen to have a question for you guys . Why do the Chinese cook the vegetables ? You see what I mean is that most vitamin are destroyed when heated . , I don't know exactly . It's a tradition . Maybe it's for sanitary reasons . How much does it cost to rent a mid-size car ? , I can give you one for $ 30 a day or $ 200 a week . I can give you one for $ 30 a day or $ 200 a week . , Fine . I'd like to reserve one for next Tuesday . Fine . I'd like to reserve one for next Tuesday . , May I see your driver's license ? May I see your driver's license ? , Yes . It's right here . Yes . It's right here . , OK . You'll have to use a credit card or leave a $ 100 deposit . "Speaking of classical music , we should never forget about the New Year's Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic . "," Of course not . People all over the world watch it on TV , or listen to it on the radio . " " Of course not . People all over the world watch it on TV , or listen to it on the radio . ", Sure . It's one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ? Sure . It's one of the biggest classical music events . Have you ever been to the live show ? ," Yes , I went to the New Year ’ s Concert in 2010 . " " Yes , I went to the New Year ’ s Concert in 2010 . "," Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall . " " Wow , you're so lucky . I saw it on TV . But it must be so different to be there in the concert hall . "," That's for sure . You know , I had the greatest time ever . " Can you loan me fifty dollars until pay day ? , I'm sorry I've already gone through my paycheck for the week . I'm sorry I've already gone through my paycheck for the week . , Thank you just the same . May I help you ? , I'd like to withdraw some money . I'd like to withdraw some money . ," Please fill in the slip , stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw . " " Please fill in the slip , stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw . ", All right . And here's my bankbook . Is that all ? All right . And here's my bankbook . Is that all ? ," Your ID card , please . " " Your ID card , please . "," Oh , yes . Here it is . " " Oh , yes . Here it is . ", Do you want large ones or small ones ? Do you want large ones or small ones ? ," Four in hundred , one in ten , please . " " Four in hundred , one in ten , please . "," Wait a minute , please ... Here's the cash . " " Wait a minute , please ... Here's the cash . "," By the way , I'd like to change some U . S . dollars to pounds and I want to know today's exchange rate . " " By the way , I'd like to change some U . S . dollars to pounds and I want to know today's exchange rate . "," Well , sir . According to today's exchange rate , every pound in cash is equivalent to 1.89 U . S . dollars . How much would you like to change ? " " Well , sir . According to today's exchange rate , every pound in cash is equivalent to 1.89 U . S . dollars . How much would you like to change ? ", I want 100 pounds . And here are 189 U . S . dollars . I want 100 pounds . And here are 189 U . S . dollars . , ... OK . And here's your money . ... OK . And here's your money . , Thank you . And goodbye . Thank you . And goodbye . , Goodbye . Hey Joanne . What are you up to ? , I'm just watching some television . I'm just watching some television . , I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning . I'm so bored . I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning . , Me too . Do you think we are boring people ? Me too . Do you think we are boring people ? , I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies . I don't think we are boring . It's just that we don't have any hobbies . , That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ? That's right . What do you think we should do as a hobby ? ," That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings . " " That all depends on what you like to do . For example , I like to doodle on the notepad , so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings . ", I like to play the piano for fun . I like to play the piano for fun . , Yeah . That can be a good hobby . Yeah . That can be a good hobby . , Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do . Hobbies are great . I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do . , That's a great idea . I'm going to do the same . Has your family lived here for long ? , Five and a half years . We moved here on the first of November . Five and a half years . We moved here on the first of November . , You have a fantastic view . You have a fantastic view . , Yes . I love living here . Yes . I love living here . , Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley . Look ! You can see the village way down in the valley . , Yes . It ’ s a lovely view . "Good morning , sir . May I help you ? "," Good morning , I have an appointment with Mr . Johnson at 10:00 " " Good morning , I have an appointment with Mr . Johnson at 10:00 "," Excuse me , sir , but are you Mr . Richard of World Trading Company ? " " Excuse me , sir , but are you Mr . Richard of World Trading Company ? ", Yes . That ’ s right . Yes . That ’ s right . ," I ’ m sorry , Mr . Richard . Mr . Johnson is on his way to the office . He had just called and asked you to wait a minute . " " I ’ m sorry , Mr . Richard . Mr . Johnson is on his way to the office . He had just called and asked you to wait a minute . "," Well , I ’ ll wait . " " Well , I ’ ll wait . "," Would you like something to drink , sir ? Do you prefer coffee or tea ? " " Would you like something to drink , sir ? Do you prefer coffee or tea ? "," Thank you . Coffee , please . " " Thank you . Coffee , please . "," Here you are , Mr . Richard . This is the cream and this is the sugar . If there ’ s anything else you ’ d like , please don ’ t hesitate to tell me . " " Here you are , Mr . Richard . This is the cream and this is the sugar . If there ’ s anything else you ’ d like , please don ’ t hesitate to tell me . ", Thank you very much . "Oh , my god ! My wallet is lost . What should I do ? It drives me bonkers . "," Dear , don ’ t worry . The police can help you . " I booked a double room for tonight . My name is Ruth Joy . ," Just a moment , please , while I check . That's correct.You have a double room on the fifth floor . " "Sally , what do we have for dinner ", What would you like to have ? What would you like to have ? ," Well , I quit breakfast , so I had a rich brunch . I feel like having something mild for dinner " " Well , I quit breakfast , so I had a rich brunch . I feel like having something mild for dinner "," In that case , what about having some noodles ? " " In that case , what about having some noodles ? ", Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge . Noodles are fine . Or maybe I'll have some porridge . , All right . I'll cook for you . "Wait a moment , I would like to take some snapshots here . ", Is that OK ? Is that OK ? , It's so beautiful here . I want to stay longer . It's so beautiful here . I want to stay longer . ," Well , I think we'd better go now . We have to follow the guide . " " Well , I think we'd better go now . We have to follow the guide . ", That's all right . do you have internet in your room ? ," sure , I am a total internet junkie , I can't survive without internet . " " sure , I am a total internet junkie , I can't survive without internet . ", really ? What do you usually do online ? really ? What do you usually do online ? ," well , there are a lot of things , like reading news , email , shopping , etc . but mostly I chat online . You could say I'm addicted to online chatting . " " well , there are a lot of things , like reading news , email , shopping , etc . but mostly I chat online . You could say I'm addicted to online chatting . ", I never chatted online before . What's it like . I never chatted online before . What's it like . ," well , basically it's similar to face-to-face chat , but you type instead of talk . You should try it at least once . " " well , basically it's similar to face-to-face chat , but you type instead of talk . You should try it at least once . ", really ? Who do you chat with ? really ? Who do you chat with ? ," to people all over the world ! I have a lot of net pals . See , the magic of internet is that it connects people from all over the world . You can chat with someone thousands of miles away as if they were " " to people all over the world ! I have a lot of net pals . See , the magic of internet is that it connects people from all over the world . You can chat with someone thousands of miles away as if they were ", that's amazing . I will install an online messenger program when I get home . that's amazing . I will install an online messenger program when I get home . ," well , my suggestion for a newbie like you is that don't get lost in the cyberspace . You know internet won't do the filtration for you , so you still need to use your judgement . There are a lot of per " " well , my suggestion for a newbie like you is that don't get lost in the cyberspace . You know internet won't do the filtration for you , so you still need to use your judgement . There are a lot of per ", don't worry . I found an apartment to rent . , Where did you find this apartment ? Where did you find this apartment ? , I found it in today ’ s apartment ads . I found it in today ’ s apartment ads . , Really ? I can ’ t believe you actually found an apartment in the ads . Really ? I can ’ t believe you actually found an apartment in the ads . ," I actually found it in the ads , and it ’ s not too expensive either . " " I actually found it in the ads , and it ’ s not too expensive either . ", I want to hear more about this apartment . I want to hear more about this apartment . , All you really need to know is that the apartment looks great . All you really need to know is that the apartment looks great . , How much will you have to pay for rent ? How much will you have to pay for rent ? , Every month I ’ d only have to pay $ 725 . Every month I ’ d only have to pay $ 725 . ," For where we live , that is really inexpensive . " " For where we live , that is really inexpensive . "," It is , isn ’ t it ? " " It is , isn ’ t it ? ", I ’ m glad to hear that you finally found an apartment . "And so , I just wanted to check in with you and find out where we are with this project . As you know , you ’ Ve missed a fairly significant deadline last week , and this will negativity impact the team ’ s ability to move forward with the next stages of this project . "," I know , I ’ m really sorry that I missed the deadline . But really , it wasn ’ t my fault . You see , we had all of these unexpected technical problems at the last minute , and that I couldn ’ t get into the database and extract the kind of information that I needed for the data analysis . You know , if the tech guys would have done their job and kept the ARM stable , then I wouldn ’ t have missed my deadline . " " I know , I ’ m really sorry that I missed the deadline . But really , it wasn ’ t my fault . You see , we had all of these unexpected technical problems at the last minute , and that I couldn ’ t get into the database and extract the kind of information that I needed for the data analysis . You know , if the tech guys would have done their job and kept the ARM stable , then I wouldn ’ t have missed my deadline . "," Oh , come on ! An excuse like that is tantamount to lying . You ’ re essentially blaming the tech team for your time management issues , rather than accepting responsibility for the fact that you were procrastinating for the past two weeks . " " Oh , come on ! An excuse like that is tantamount to lying . You ’ re essentially blaming the tech team for your time management issues , rather than accepting responsibility for the fact that you were procrastinating for the past two weeks . "," No , I ’ m not trying to pass the buck here ; I know that it was me who is ultimately responsible for getting this done . But the thing is , I could have finished on time if the system hadn ’ t gone down . And you know , with everything I ’ Ve got going on now , I can ’ t afford to waste time dealing with technical problems . I ’ Ve got a lot on my plate and there are only twenty-four hours in a day ... " " No , I ’ m not trying to pass the buck here ; I know that it was me who is ultimately responsible for getting this done . But the thing is , I could have finished on time if the system hadn ’ t gone down . And you know , with everything I ’ Ve got going on now , I can ’ t afford to waste time dealing with technical problems . I ’ Ve got a lot on my plate and there are only twenty-four hours in a day ... "," I ’ m not going to accept this excuse . You ’ re using these small technical glitches as a crutch and trying to rationalize the fact that you ’ Ve missed your deadline . Look , we have standards and I expect you to live up to those standards . No more phoney cases . If you ’ re in over your head , you tell me . No more missed deadlines . Now , I want that data on my desk by nine am ! " Is the new computerised stock system in operation ? , Not quite . The software engineers are testing it just now . Not quite . The software engineers are testing it just now . , Have all the operators been trained on it ? Have all the operators been trained on it ? ," Yes , most of them . We trained on a dummy system last month . A couple of people were away so we've organised two more training sessions on the live system for the whole team this week . " Where's Tom this evening ? , He's a little sick under the weather . He's a little sick under the weather . , Really ! What's the matter with him ? Really ! What's the matter with him ? , He has the flu . He has the flu . , Tell him I was asking about him . Tell him I was asking about him . , I will . But this place doesn't feel like a forty-ping apartment . ," Well , it's forty pings including the balcony . See . It's huge . " " Well , it's forty pings including the balcony . See . It's huge . "," Oh ! The view is great ! Mountains , fresh air ! Stars ? " " Oh ! The view is great ! Mountains , fresh air ! Stars ? ", This balcony is perfect for barbecuing . This balcony is perfect for barbecuing . , And we could get a dog ! And we could get a dog ! ," I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish . " " I'm sorry . No pets are allowed in this apartment building , except fish . "," Well , fish it will be then . " "Hey , let's go out and grab a couple of beers tonight ! "," Sorry , I can't . I have to work late at the laboratory . " " Sorry , I can't . I have to work late at the laboratory . "," Nigel , you sure lead a dog's life , what's up with that ? " " Nigel , you sure lead a dog's life , what's up with that ? ", My boss wants me to finish this project tonight . What courses are you taking ? ," Chinese , maths , English , chemistry , physics , biology and so on . " " Chinese , maths , English , chemistry , physics , biology and so on . ", What do you think about the teachers ? What do you think about the teachers ? ," To be honest , I like most of them , except for my Chinese teacher . She is quite young , but her class is too boring ! " " To be honest , I like most of them , except for my Chinese teacher . She is quite young , but her class is too boring ! ", That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ? That's too bad . Do you have any foreign teachers ? ," Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California . " " Yes , my oral English teacher is an American . He is from a small town in California . ", What is he like ? What is he like ? ," He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing . " " He is great . He always tells us not to study for exams , and to pay more attention to communication rather than just memorizing . ", Are you able to follow him ? Are you able to follow him ? ," Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly . " " Not everything , but nearly . He speaks very clearly . "," Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher . " " Oh , that's good ! He sounds like a good teacher . "," Absolutely ! If you come to our class , I am sure you will like him . " "Hi , Bob , what time will you be home tonight ? ", I'll be back late tonight . I'll be back late tonight . , Why ? What's the problem ? Why ? What's the problem ? , I have a meeting with my General Manager . "Passport and disembarkation card , please . ", Here you are . Here you are . , What is your purpose of visiting ? What is your purpose of visiting ? , Sightseeing . Sightseeing . , How long are you staying here ? How long are you staying here ? , Nine days . Nine days . , All right . Thank you . Mrs . Montgomery ? I ’ Ve been trying to figure out when we should have the New Year ’ s party . Could you take a book at these dates ? , Sure . The twenty-ninth is out . I ’ ll be out of the office all day at a seminar . Either the twenty-eighth or the thirtieth is fine . Sure . The twenty-ninth is out . I ’ ll be out of the office all day at a seminar . Either the twenty-eighth or the thirtieth is fine . ," Well , why don ’ t we make it the thirtieth ? We can set it up from three to five . That way , everybody can just go home afterwards . " " Well , why don ’ t we make it the thirtieth ? We can set it up from three to five . That way , everybody can just go home afterwards . "," Sounds good to me . You make up the invitations , I ’ Ve got run . I ’ Ve got a meeting in five minutes . " "Julia and Anne have both taken dance lessons.They want to be famous dancer , I think . ", Yet Julia is not a patch on Anne because she's not as diligent and clever as Anne . Yet Julia is not a patch on Anne because she's not as diligent and clever as Anne . ," I don't see much difference , anyway . " "Could I have the check , please ? ", Okay . I'll just be a minute . "Hey , Tom . You look tired . Are you all right ? ", I didn't sleep much last night . I didn't sleep much last night . , How come ? How come ? ," You know Miao Li-my roommate , he bought a computer last month . He has turned his computer into an electronic playground . He plays football , rides horses , drives racing cars , and does a whole bunch of other games . Every night he keeps me up . " " You know Miao Li-my roommate , he bought a computer last month . He has turned his computer into an electronic playground . He plays football , rides horses , drives racing cars , and does a whole bunch of other games . Every night he keeps me up . ", Don't you like games Don't you like games , I usually get a lot of information on the computer and use E-mail to send messages to my friends . I usually get a lot of information on the computer and use E-mail to send messages to my friends . ," Me too . Recently , I've made many friends on the net . Every day I talk to them and share many interesting things with them . " " Me too . Recently , I've made many friends on the net . Every day I talk to them and share many interesting things with them . ", Don't you think it's a sheer waste of both time and money ? Don't you think it's a sheer waste of both time and money ? , I'm afraid not . To me getting in touch with each other has more fun than the coolest computer games or the hottest information . I'm afraid not . To me getting in touch with each other has more fun than the coolest computer games or the hottest information . , Yes . May I help you ? , I ’ m returning a book . I ’ m returning a book . , Do you need anything else ? Do you need anything else ? , I also need to check out this video . I also need to check out this video . , This is all you want to check out ? This is all you want to check out ? , Just the video . Just the video . , I ’ m going to need your library card . I ’ m going to need your library card . , I have it right here . I have it right here . , You ’ ll need to take care of the video . You ’ ll need to take care of the video . , I will . I will . , We will fine you if you damage it . We will fine you if you damage it . , I get it . Thank you . "Can I help you , Miss ? ", Yes . I have just got lost with my firiend.Can you page my friend for me ? Yes . I have just got lost with my firiend.Can you page my friend for me ? ," OK , tell me your friend's name . " " OK , tell me your friend's name . ", Here is his passport.Thank you very much . What was that ? , Oh no . I broke your vase accidentally . Oh no . I broke your vase accidentally . , How did it happen ? How did it happen ? ," I bumped it by accident , but I didn't mean to do it . " " I bumped it by accident , but I didn't mean to do it . ", It was my favorite . It was my favorite . , I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ? I feel miserable . Can I give you money for it ? , Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually . Maybe I shouldn't have put it here . Someone was bound to bump it eventually . ," First I was late for school this morning , and now I broke your vase . This isn't my day ! " "Excuse me , madam . May I see your ticket , please ? ", I'm afraid I have lost my ticket . Can I buy one again ? I'm afraid I have lost my ticket . Can I buy one again ? , Where are you going ? Where are you going ? , I'm going to Nanchang . I'm going to Nanchang . , Where did you begin your journey ? Where did you begin your journey ? , At Huangshan . At Huangshan . , OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . ," And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ? " " And by the way , what time shall we get to Nanchang ? ", We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning . We'll get there around 7:45 in the morning . , Thanks . Do you like watching the Winter Olympic Games ? ," Of course . It's the tradition game in winter , and with good reason . Don't you like watching it ? " " Of course . It's the tradition game in winter , and with good reason . Don't you like watching it ? ", Of course I do . I love it . All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable . Of course I do . I love it . All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable . ," That's true . For various reasons , it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics . You know , the low temperature may cause many problems . " " That's true . For various reasons , it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics . You know , the low temperature may cause many problems . ", Yeah . What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics ? Yeah . What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics ? ," When the Olympic Games started in modern times , only summer events were included . When it grew popular , there came the Winter Olympic Games , which includes a variety of winter sports . " " When the Olympic Games started in modern times , only summer events were included . When it grew popular , there came the Winter Olympic Games , which includes a variety of winter sports . "," I see . Then , what's your favorite winter sport ? " " I see . Then , what's your favorite winter sport ? "," Figure skating . In my eye , nothing beats it . " " Figure skating . In my eye , nothing beats it . ", Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo . Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo . ," Oh , I didn't expect you to know them . But yes , I love them not only because of many medals they've won , but also because of many medals they've won , but also because of their spirits . " " Oh , I didn't expect you to know them . But yes , I love them not only because of many medals they've won , but also because of many medals they've won , but also because of their spirits . ", You should go to talk with May . She is a big fan of them too . Good morning . , Good morning.This is Mary.Can I speak to Anne please ? Good morning.This is Mary.Can I speak to Anne please ? , I ’ m sorry She isn ’ t in at the momment.She will come back at half past nineCan I take a message for her ? I ’ m sorry She isn ’ t in at the momment.She will come back at half past nineCan I take a message for her ? , Thank you.But I will call her later Thank you.But I will call her later , OK.Goodbye . OK.Goodbye . , Goodbye . How have you been feeling lately ? , I ’ Ve been feeling a little light-headed lately . I ’ Ve been feeling a little light-headed lately . , Has your blood pressure been high before ? Has your blood pressure been high before ? ," If I have high blood pressure , it is news to me . " " If I have high blood pressure , it is news to me . "," Usually people with high blood pressure have no symptoms , so we call it the silent killer . " " Usually people with high blood pressure have no symptoms , so we call it the silent killer . ", What do you use to check for high blood pressure ? What do you use to check for high blood pressure ? , I am going to put a cuff on you to get a reading . I am going to put a cuff on you to get a reading . , What does the reading tell you ? What does the reading tell you ? , I get an idea of the pressure in your arteries when your heart is pumping blood versus at rest . I get an idea of the pressure in your arteries when your heart is pumping blood versus at rest . , I hope that the test results show me to be really healthy . "What a surprise meeting you here , Landy . ", I ’ m here as a tourist . I ’ m here as a tourist . ," It ’ s a small world , isn ’ t it ? " " It ’ s a small world , isn ’ t it ? "," Yes , it ’ s a small world . We never know where we ’ ll meet someone we know . " "Tell me , what do you enjoy doing in your spare time ? ", I enjoy drawing and painting . I enjoy drawing and painting . , You know how to draw and paint ? You know how to draw and paint ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", When did you learn how to do that ? When did you learn how to do that ? , I learned back in high school . I learned back in high school . ," Oh , so you took an art class ? " " Oh , so you took an art class ? "," Yeah , I loved that art class . " " Yeah , I loved that art class . ", I see that you're pretty talented . I see that you're pretty talented . , Thank you very much . Thank you very much . , I wish I had a talent like that . I wish I had a talent like that . , I'm sure you have a talent . It's just hidden . I just won the lottery . , You're kidding ! Can I ask you a question ? ," Sure , go ahead . " " Sure , go ahead . ", How do you get along with the American students in your classes ? How do you get along with the American students in your classes ? , I don ’ t have much contact with them . I don ’ t have much contact with them . , Really ? Why not ? Don ’ t you go up and talk to them ? Really ? Why not ? Don ’ t you go up and talk to them ? ," No , I don ’ t . I ’ m too afraid of making mistakes in English . I don ’ t want to be laughed at . " " No , I don ’ t . I ’ m too afraid of making mistakes in English . I don ’ t want to be laughed at . "," You won ’ t get anywhere that way . You ’ re the one who needs to practice English , so you should make the first move . Besides , most American students are really friendly and outgoing . They will be glad to talk to you . " " You won ’ t get anywhere that way . You ’ re the one who needs to practice English , so you should make the first move . Besides , most American students are really friendly and outgoing . They will be glad to talk to you . ", Thanks for the advice . I guess you ’ re right . It ’ s just hard to overcome my shyness . I really will try from now on . I promise . I think my car can run much faster than yours . , But mine equals yours in economy . But mine equals yours in economy . , That's true . how's it going ? ," I'm in a really good mood , actually . How about you ? " " I'm in a really good mood , actually . How about you ? "," to be honest , I'm a bit fed up . " " to be honest , I'm a bit fed up . ", what's wrong ? what's wrong ? ," well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did . " " well , my boyfriend was supposed to call me last night , but he never did . ", that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it . that's too bad . I'm sure there's a logical explanation for it . Don't be too upset about it . ," the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't . " " the thing is , this isn't the first time he's promised to do something and then didn't . ", I see how that can get a bit annoying . I see how that can get a bit annoying . , a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar . a bit ? I'm extremely annoyed that he didn't phone me when he promised me that he would ! He's such a liar . , so what are you going to do about it ? so what are you going to do about it ? ," I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him . " " I don't know . I've got mixed feelings about it . On the one hand , I really want to end it with him , but on the other hand , I don't want to be without him . ", what do you think would make you happier ? what do you think would make you happier ? ," in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first . " " in the long run , I think breaking up with him would make me much happier , but I know that I'll be depressed about it for a few weeks first . ", relationships can be confusing sometimes . relationships can be confusing sometimes . , what would you do if you were me ? what would you do if you were me ? , I'd call him and dump him now ! You deserve better than him ! Who are we going to play with today ? , We are playing against Hainan . We are playing against Hainan . ," Oh , the basketball team from No . 1 College ? I know they're a tough team . " " Oh , the basketball team from No . 1 College ? I know they're a tough team . ", Sure they are . Sure they are . , Who's winning ? Who's winning ? ," We are , 27 to 26 . " " We are , 27 to 26 . ", Really ? I thought that they'd been killing us by now . Really ? I thought that they'd been killing us by now . , How can it be ? We are a tough team as well . "Hi , I ’ m Susan.What ’ s your name , please ? "," My name is Zhang Ming.Nice to meet you , Susan . " " My name is Zhang Ming.Nice to meet you , Susan . ", Where do you come from ? Where do you come from ? , I come from China.Are you American ? I come from China.Are you American ? ," Yeah , that ’ s right.SO what are you studying ? " " Yeah , that ’ s right.SO what are you studying ? ", Business management Business management , That sounds interesting . I wonder who that man is . , Which man ? Which man ? , The one smoking a cigar . The one smoking a cigar . ," Oh , he's the coach of the football team . " I ’ d like to be fitted for a suit please . , Certainly . Have you decided which material you would like the suit to be made from ? We have a selection of materials over here . Certainly . Have you decided which material you would like the suit to be made from ? We have a selection of materials over here . ," Well , I thought that I would choose either this one or that one . I really want a dark blue suit . Which do you recommend . " " Well , I thought that I would choose either this one or that one . I really want a dark blue suit . Which do you recommend . "," This material is a little more expensive , but is of much higher quality . " " This material is a little more expensive , but is of much higher quality . "," Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ’ s not much difference in price . Ok , I ’ ll take the more expensive one . " " Yes . I can feel the difference in material . There ’ s not much difference in price . Ok , I ’ ll take the more expensive one . ", Fine . I ’ ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ’ ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su Fine . I ’ ll measure you for the suit ... shoulder ... waist ... inside leg ... forearm ... upper arm ... thank you . I ’ ll prepare the suit for you tomorrow . Could you come again the day after tomorrow just to check that the su , That ’ s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ’ t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ? That ’ s fine . I would also like a few shirts and a jacket . I don ’ t need them specially made . Those shirts over there look very nice . Are they made of cotton ? ," Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ? " " Yes , they are . How many would you like and of which color ? "," I ’ ll take three light blue ones , please . " " I ’ ll take three light blue ones , please . ", Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ? Are you looking for a casual jacket or something formal ? ," Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ’ ll just try it on ... yes , that ’ s fine . I ’ ll take it . Here ’ s my credit card . " " Just a casual one - a sport jacket . This one looks nice . I ’ ll just try it on ... yes , that ’ s fine . I ’ ll take it . Here ’ s my credit card . "," Thank you very much , sir . I ’ ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you . " " Thank you very much , sir . I ’ ll put the shirts and jacket into a bag for you . ", Thank you very much . I ’ ll see you the day after tomorrow . "Margaret , I'd like to follow up with the arrangements for our company retreat , to take place next month . We need to book the venue , make arrangements for speakers and door prizes , and set up all the activities and accommodations . Also , very important , we need to determine which of our staff will be eligible and will be available to go . We've got to get a head count in order to make reservations . ", What's the criteria for staff to attend ? Are we only including our management team in this affair ? Or will we be extending invitations to lower level employees to attend ? What's the criteria for staff to attend ? Are we only including our management team in this affair ? Or will we be extending invitations to lower level employees to attend ? ," Lower level employees need not attend . The purpose of this retreat is for training , especially for our management team . We want to develop a well-oiled machine on our executive level . In order to get everyone to jell together , we've got to include some fun . That's the reason for the retreat . " "Actually , I was wondering what we should do if either one of us would like to terminate the contract ? "," Well , as a rule , the contract will become void automatically , if both sides do not agree to renew it when time comes . " " Well , as a rule , the contract will become void automatically , if both sides do not agree to renew it when time comes . "," I got it , but nevertheless . what I was saying just now was that how to terminate the contract before its term's up ? " " I got it , but nevertheless . what I was saying just now was that how to terminate the contract before its term's up ? "," Oh , I am sorry . I misunderstood . Well , in that case , the contract can be canceled with a 2 month's notice . What do you say ? " " Oh , I am sorry . I misunderstood . Well , in that case , the contract can be canceled with a 2 month's notice . What do you say ? ", That sounds perfect for us . "Hello , I've got a letter here that I'd like to post . "," Yes , where's it to , madam ? " " Yes , where's it to , madam ? "," Well , the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent . It really needs to be posted today , so here you are . " " Well , the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent . It really needs to be posted today , so here you are . "," You want to send it airmail , madam ? " " You want to send it airmail , madam ? "," I do want to send it airmail , yes . " I hear you are expecting your family . ," Yes , my parents , and soon my brother as well . " " Yes , my parents , and soon my brother as well . ", I didn't know you had a brother . I didn't know you had a brother . ," Oh , yes , he is two years older than me . He lives in New Zealand so I don't see him that often . " " Oh , yes , he is two years older than me . He lives in New Zealand so I don't see him that often . "," Oh , nice . Is he coming on his own or with the family ? " " Oh , nice . Is he coming on his own or with the family ? ", His son is coming as well . He wants to go to university here in England so they will visit a few universities while they are here . His son is coming as well . He wants to go to university here in England so they will visit a few universities while they are here . , Does your brother have just one son ? Does your brother have just one son ? ," No , he has two daughters as well . His wife and daughters are visiting her parents . So I won't see them . " " No , he has two daughters as well . His wife and daughters are visiting her parents . So I won't see them . ", I'm sure your parents are looking forward to seeing their grandson . I'm sure your parents are looking forward to seeing their grandson . ," Oh yes , they are really looking forward to it . They went to New Zealand last year and loved it . " " Oh yes , they are really looking forward to it . They went to New Zealand last year and loved it . ", So when are they all coming ? So when are they all coming ? , My parents are already here . My brother and nephew are arriving on Monday . Your dog is so much fun . He ’ s so playful . I wish our cat enjoyed being around people as much as your dog does . , Cats are well know for being more independent than dogs . How old is your cat now ? you ’ Ve had her longer than we ’ Ve had our dog . Cats are well know for being more independent than dogs . How old is your cat now ? you ’ Ve had her longer than we ’ Ve had our dog . ," She ’ s eight years old . She ’ s getting quite old . Your dog ’ s six , isn ’ t he ? " " She ’ s eight years old . She ’ s getting quite old . Your dog ’ s six , isn ’ t he ? ", Yes . He ’ s so energetic . We take him out to the park every morning and evening . I think he ’ d be happy to stay there all day ! Yes . He ’ s so energetic . We take him out to the park every morning and evening . I think he ’ d be happy to stay there all day ! , I ’ m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home . I ’ m sure he would . We usually have to drag him home . ," Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ? " " Your cat spends most of the day outdoors ' , right ? Do you kino where she goes ? "," She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ’ s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse . " " She spends less time outdoors and she used to . we have no idea where she goes . She ’ s very secretive . Occasionally , she brings back a dead mouse . ", Have you ever thought about having another pet ? Have you ever thought about having another pet ? , The kids want a rabbit . I don ’ t think it would be a good idea to get a mouse or a fish ! That might be too tempting for our cat ! "Hi , Jenny . Are you going to school now ? ", Yup . I have English at 9 in the morning . Yup . I have English at 9 in the morning . , Got any plans after the class ? Got any plans after the class ? , Not really . What about you ? Not really . What about you ? , We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ? We will have our midterm exams next month . I plan to look for some important books and study at the library . Do you want to join me ? ," Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers . " " Sure . I need to return some books . They are due today . Besides , I can also read some weekly publications , magazines and newspapers . ", Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that . Great . We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that . , That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ? That sounds like a good idea . We can chill out a little in such a hot summer . Are you good at swimming ? ," Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice . " " Well , that's a good question . I haven't swum for almost two years . I think I need more practice . "," Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye ! " " Oh , it's almost 9 . I need to hurry . I am running late now . See you after class in front of the library then . Bye ! ", See you then . Can I help you ? , I'd like to buy a new mobile phone please . I'd like to buy a new mobile phone please . ," Ok , would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player ? " " Ok , would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player ? ", Yes please . And I ’ d like to be able to make video calls too . Good afternoon . What service do you require ? ," I'd like to rent a safety deposit box here , please . " " I'd like to rent a safety deposit box here , please . "," For what purpose exactly , if you don't mind me asking ? I must ask because I need to know the size , you see . " " For what purpose exactly , if you don't mind me asking ? I must ask because I need to know the size , you see . "," No problem . My husband bought me some beautiful jewellery for our anniversary and I don't feel safe keeping it in the house . Initially , on the advice of a friend , I stored it in the freezer . " " No problem . My husband bought me some beautiful jewellery for our anniversary and I don't feel safe keeping it in the house . Initially , on the advice of a friend , I stored it in the freezer . "," What a lovely gift . Yes , I can understand why you wouldn't be comfortable keeping something so valuable at home . I think one of our small ones will be perfect . Do you have some ID with you ? " " What a lovely gift . Yes , I can understand why you wouldn't be comfortable keeping something so valuable at home . I think one of our small ones will be perfect . Do you have some ID with you ? "," Yes , right here . So , we can do this today , then ? That will definitely ease my mind . " " Yes , right here . So , we can do this today , then ? That will definitely ease my mind . "," Certainly , just fill in this form , please . " "Okay , show me your card hand . Here's mine . I have three Kings and a pair of Aces . "," How did you get that ? No need to show you my hand , I lose.This is not as much fun as the music concert we just saw . " " How did you get that ? No need to show you my hand , I lose.This is not as much fun as the music concert we just saw . ", Thanks again for buying the tickets . That was the most exciting live concert I've ever seen . That silver electric guitar was really cool . Thanks again for buying the tickets . That was the most exciting live concert I've ever seen . That silver electric guitar was really cool . , They're quite popular now . Wasn't her voice good ? They're quite popular now . Wasn't her voice good ? ," That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different . " " That , My Heart Will Go On . It warms my heart . you know , JanetJackson , Shanna Twain and Celine Dion are so very different . ", Janet Jackson is more pop music.Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes . Janet Jackson is more pop music.Shania sings country music . Celine just seems to hit all the right notes . , Have you heard Maria Carey ? Have you heard Maria Carey ? ," Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like . " " Yes , l have two of her Cds , l'II lend them to you if you like . ", Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one . Excellent . You can borrow my Janet Jackson's CD . It's her new one . , I hope you have a good stereo . I hope you have a good stereo . , Why ? Why ? , Because you have to hear it really loud to get the full concert effect . "Now , David , can I get you a drink ? What will you have ? "," Coffee , please . " " Coffee , please . "," What about you , Mary ? " " What about you , Mary ? ", Coke is fine.Thank you . May I help you ? , I would like to check out these books . I would like to check out these books . ," May I see your library card , please ? " " May I see your library card , please ? ", Yes . Here you go . Yes . Here you go . ," Apparently , you have unpaid late fees . " " Apparently , you have unpaid late fees . ", I do ? I do ? , You owe some money . You owe some money . , Exactly how much do I owe ? Exactly how much do I owe ? , You owe $ 24.50 . You owe $ 24.50 . , I won ’ t be able to pay that right now . I won ’ t be able to pay that right now . ," Until you pay it , you can ’ t check out books . " " Until you pay it , you can ’ t check out books . ", I will pay it . Don ’ t worry . How are you wedding plans going ? , Very well . We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done . The only thing that isn ’ t ready yet is my wedding dress . Very well . We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done . The only thing that isn ’ t ready yet is my wedding dress . , When will that be ready ? When will that be ready ? , The dressmakers said that is would be ready in two weeks . The dressmakers said that is would be ready in two weeks . ," You ’ re getting married in three weeks . So that should be ok . So , you ’ Ve prepared the church , catering , transport , hotel-everything . " " You ’ re getting married in three weeks . So that should be ok . So , you ’ Ve prepared the church , catering , transport , hotel-everything . ", Yes . We ’ Ve taken care of all of that . We decided not to get married in a church though . Neither of us is very religious . Yes . We ’ Ve taken care of all of that . We decided not to get married in a church though . Neither of us is very religious . , Which hotel will the reception be held at ? Which hotel will the reception be held at ? ," The palace hotel they ’ re taking care of the catering , including the wedding cake . I ’ m sure they ’ ll do a good job . " " The palace hotel they ’ re taking care of the catering , including the wedding cake . I ’ m sure they ’ ll do a good job . "," Oh , yes . It ’ s and excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . " " Oh , yes . It ’ s and excellent hotel . A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect , though very expensive . "," Yes . It will be expensive , but we think it will be worth it . It gives us great peace of mind to know that our reception is in the hands of experienced people . " " Yes . It will be expensive , but we think it will be worth it . It gives us great peace of mind to know that our reception is in the hands of experienced people . ", I think you make the right decision . "Hello , Pam . ", I'm glad that you can make it . I'm glad that you can make it . , It looks like there are a lot of people inside . It looks like there are a lot of people inside . , Yeah . I've invited a lot of friends besides you . Yeah . I've invited a lot of friends besides you . , Should I take my shoes off ? Should I take my shoes off ? , We all keep our shoes on indoors . We all keep our shoes on indoors . , Where are your parents ? Where are your parents ? , They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves . They've gone out so that we could have the house to ourselves . , That's great ! "Her ex-boyfriend was terrible , but this new one is even worse ! ", Out of the frying pan and into the fire . I broke Mom's vase . , She's going to kill you . What are your working hours ? ," Eight to twelve in the morning , two to six in the afternoon . " " Eight to twelve in the morning , two to six in the afternoon . ", Much better than mine . Much better than mine . , What are your hours ? What are your hours ? ," Mine aren't fixed . Sometimes I do the day shift , sometimes the night shift . " "Which is your preference , tea or coffee ? ", My choice would always be tea . My choice would always be tea . , When did you form this hobby ? When did you form this hobby ? , Last year when I visited China . "I'd like to see that pen , please . ", You mean this one ? You mean this one ? ," No , the other one in the brown case . " " No , the other one in the brown case . "," Oh , this one ... Here . " " Oh , this one ... Here . ", May I try it ? May I try it ? , Sure . Sure . , It's very smooth . I'll take it . It's very smooth . I'll take it . , Cash or charge ? Cash or charge ? ," Charge , please . " I have been getting headaches almost every day lately . , Have you just started getting a lot of headaches ? Have you just started getting a lot of headaches ? ," I never had very many headaches before , but the last few weeks I have been getting a lot of them . " " I never had very many headaches before , but the last few weeks I have been getting a lot of them . ", Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately ? Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately ? , My mother just passed away last Tuesday . My mother just passed away last Tuesday . , I ’ m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ? I ’ m sorry . How about sleep ? Are you getting enough rest ? ," I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority . " " I have been working really hard , and sleep has not been a priority . ", Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ? Have you bumped your head or fallen lately ? ," No , I haven ’ t hit my head . " " No , I haven ’ t hit my head . ", I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests . "Look at this newspaper article about this famous local medium . It says that she is really gifted and so popular now , that she is booked solid with appointments for the next twelve months ! "," You don't really believe in all that hocus pocus mumbo jumbo , do you ? " " You don't really believe in all that hocus pocus mumbo jumbo , do you ? "," Well , I have had many friends that went to a psychic and got their palms read and most of the things the psychic told her came true ! " " Well , I have had many friends that went to a psychic and got their palms read and most of the things the psychic told her came true ! ", Of course it does ! They tell you general and obvious things like that you will be successful or have a big house . I think most of the times they are just scam artists . Of course it does ! They tell you general and obvious things like that you will be successful or have a big house . I think most of the times they are just scam artists . ," Well , historically it is a practice that many cultures share . Reading the tarot cards , in the east they would even read tea leaves ! I even heard that there are people that make you smoke a cigar , and then read your ashes . " " Well , historically it is a practice that many cultures share . Reading the tarot cards , in the east they would even read tea leaves ! I even heard that there are people that make you smoke a cigar , and then read your ashes . "," All superstitious nonsense ! I would still like to go to one and see what he or she has to say , just for kicks . " "Small world , isn't it ? "," Indeed , it is . " " Indeed , it is . ", I never imagined meeting you here . I never imagined meeting you here . , It's really a surprise . How was your date with Betty ? , Let's change the subject . "Good morning . What can I do for you , sir ? ", I'd like to see some coats . Would you recommend me some of them ? I'd like to see some coats . Would you recommend me some of them ? , Sure . Come to look at these styles . They sell very well . Sure . Come to look at these styles . They sell very well . , Which models do you sell the most ? Which models do you sell the most ? , How about these ? They are the current bestsellers . How about these ? They are the current bestsellers . ," I like this style , but I don't like its color . Do you have this coat in yellow ? " " I like this style , but I don't like its color . Do you have this coat in yellow ? "," Yes , I will find one for you . Here you are . It's made of exceptionally good quality , pure wool , and is very soft . " " Yes , I will find one for you . Here you are . It's made of exceptionally good quality , pure wool , and is very soft . ", It looks nice . It looks nice . ," Yeah , this is the latest model.If you like it , you can try it on . " "Daniel , what are you doing here ? Aren't you supposed to be at school now ? ", The same question to you . The same question to you . ," Well , we shall make it a secret between us . " " Well , we shall make it a secret between us . "," Deal , Where is Gucci ? " " Deal , Where is Gucci ? ", She is the cheer-leader . They are required to put on a performance . Look ! Here they come . She is the cheer-leader . They are required to put on a performance . Look ! Here they come . ," Oh , look at her . She looks like one is the basketball babies in NBA . " " Oh , look at her . She looks like one is the basketball babies in NBA . ", I want to be like her . I want to be like her . , Get real . Don't be so pathetic . Get real . Don't be so pathetic . ," Hey , young man ! I'm your sis . Don't talk to me like that . " " Hey , young man ! I'm your sis . Don't talk to me like that . "," Oh , man , look at her , go ! She is amazing ! She should be my sis . " " Oh , man , look at her , go ! She is amazing ! She should be my sis . "," Boy , you've got such a crush on her , haven't you ? " " Boy , you've got such a crush on her , haven't you ? "," Yes , I want to be her boyfriend . Just like in the movie . " " Yes , I want to be her boyfriend . Just like in the movie . ", Are you out of your mind ? Are you out of your mind ? , She told me she liked my new haircut . She thought it was cool . She told me she liked my new haircut . She thought it was cool . ," Go ahead , have a try and be a joke . " "Ye Ting , who are these people in the picture ? ", They're my family They're my family , So you have two brothers ? So you have two brothers ? ," Yes , I'm the third child . " "Hey , Jack , where's your car ? ", I got rid of that clunker . This is my new one . I got rid of that clunker . This is my new one . , Is that right ? It sure beats the old one ? Is that right ? It sure beats the old one ? ," Jump in , I'll give you a ride . " " Jump in , I'll give you a ride . "," Ok . Boy , this looks expensive . " " Ok . Boy , this looks expensive . "," Yeah , it costed a bundle alright . " " Yeah , it costed a bundle alright . "," Wow , this's sinking a hole . " " Wow , this's sinking a hole . "," Yeah , this sucker is the fastest thing I've ever owned . " " Yeah , this sucker is the fastest thing I've ever owned . "," I believe it . Hoo , this car corners like it's on rails . " " I believe it . Hoo , this car corners like it's on rails . ", We are on the high way . I'm the * * . We are on the high way . I'm the * * . ," Wow , this car can really burn rubber . " " Wow , this car can really burn rubber . ", It's a great feeling . It's a great feeling . ," You made a perfect choice , Jack . " " You made a perfect choice , Jack . "," Thanks , Daisy . " How was your appraisal with the boss ? ," Oh it was really good . Do you know , he ’ s the nicest boss I ’ Ve had here . " " Oh it was really good . Do you know , he ’ s the nicest boss I ’ Ve had here . "," Yes , I think he ’ s the most relaxed person in management . " " Yes , I think he ’ s the most relaxed person in management . "," What ’ s more , he said I was the hardest working person in the office ! " " What ’ s more , he said I was the hardest working person in the office ! ", That ’ s good . Maybe you ’ ll get promoted . That ’ s good . Maybe you ’ ll get promoted . , I hope so . Then I ’ ll be the happiest person in our office too ! Do you drive a car yourself ? ," Yes , I just bought new car , I drive to work everyday ! " " Yes , I just bought new car , I drive to work everyday ! "," Great ! When you become new driver , you are better drive as carefully as possible ! " " Great ! When you become new driver , you are better drive as carefully as possible ! "," Sure , I see safety is most important thing ! Accident is awful ! I will take your advice ! " " Sure , I see safety is most important thing ! Accident is awful ! I will take your advice ! "," Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ? " " Besides , traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying , are they ? "," Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely ! " " Yes , definitely ! You can't drive freely ! "," Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely ! " " Now , we are out of the town , you can drive freely ! "," Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting ! " " Compare with speaking , yes ! But things are not good as you expecting ! ", Why not ? Why not ? , Can you see that road side help ? Can you see that road side help ? ," Yes , We are going to across real road . " " Yes , We are going to across real road . "," That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away . " " That's right . We have to slow down again . If we haven't meet the passing tree , we have to stop a car away . ", What other signs what we see in road area like this ? What other signs what we see in road area like this ? , There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children ! So it looks like we start selling in the U . S . next year . , Did Mr . Lin put you in charge of marketing ? Did Mr . Lin put you in charge of marketing ? ," He's still not sure whether he wants to put me in charge , or whether he wants to hire an American.But even if he hires an American , I'll probably be transferred to our American office . " " He's still not sure whether he wants to put me in charge , or whether he wants to hire an American.But even if he hires an American , I'll probably be transferred to our American office . ", Where will it be ? Where will it be ? , We aren't sure yet . Maybe L . A . I think L . A . would be the best idea . We aren't sure yet . Maybe L . A . I think L . A . would be the best idea . , Is it because of trade negotiations that we can start selling in the U . S . ? Is it because of trade negotiations that we can start selling in the U . S . ? ," Yes , the recent agreements between the two governments have changed everything.Now we have the right to sell in America at a much lower tariff.It ' s going to be good . We can compete more directly with them . " " Yes , the recent agreements between the two governments have changed everything.Now we have the right to sell in America at a much lower tariff.It ' s going to be good . We can compete more directly with them . ", Great . Great . , Our computers have a high level of quality now.We can demonstrate it . And our prices will be good.So I think it will really be worthwhile . Our computers have a high level of quality now.We can demonstrate it . And our prices will be good.So I think it will really be worthwhile . , You seem excited about it . You seem excited about it . ," Well , you know I studied marketing in America.So maybe the thought of going back there to promote our brand is kind of exciting to me . I'd love to be part of the team . " " Well , you know I studied marketing in America.So maybe the thought of going back there to promote our brand is kind of exciting to me . I'd love to be part of the team . ", Do you honestly think we can compete though ? All the computer giants are there . Do you honestly think we can compete though ? All the computer giants are there . ," Yes , I do . I think we can compete . I think we can make a name for ourselves.It will be hard at first . But if we develop a good advertising campaign , I think we can break into the market . " " Yes , I do . I think we can compete . I think we can make a name for ourselves.It will be hard at first . But if we develop a good advertising campaign , I think we can break into the market . ", The company will have to choose a good advertising firm.And then there's the problem of quality.How do we convince American buyers that our quality is good ? The company will have to choose a good advertising firm.And then there's the problem of quality.How do we convince American buyers that our quality is good ? ," It takes some time.Because even if the quality is high , people won't accept a high tech product unless they recognize the name.Name recognition is crucial . " " It takes some time.Because even if the quality is high , people won't accept a high tech product unless they recognize the name.Name recognition is crucial . "," Well , I hope it all works out , John . I think if you're part of the team , things will go well.But you know we'd all miss you here . So I won't say I'm happy to think that you're leaving . " " Well , I hope it all works out , John . I think if you're part of the team , things will go well.But you know we'd all miss you here . So I won't say I'm happy to think that you're leaving . "," That's very nice of you to say.But if we set up an office there in the States , maybe you could try to become part of it . " " That's very nice of you to say.But if we set up an office there in the States , maybe you could try to become part of it . "," Me ? No way . I'm dedicated to the company , but I'm not going to leave Taiwan . I'm happy here . " "In foreign trade , exporters have to adjust their product in a timely manner . ", How to adjust ? How to adjust ? ," Exporters must ensure that their product satisfies customers ' needs , wants and likes . " " Exporters must ensure that their product satisfies customers ' needs , wants and likes . "," Ah , some products are successful at home , but not be popular overseas . " " Ah , some products are successful at home , but not be popular overseas . "," That's because the fashion , taste and social customs and so on vary considerably . " " That's because the fashion , taste and social customs and so on vary considerably . "," Yes , sometimes the differences are great . " " Yes , sometimes the differences are great . "," Well , we should be in accordance with national conditions and adjust the product . " " Well , we should be in accordance with national conditions and adjust the product . ", We have to ensure that the product should be attractive to guarantee sales . Hello . , Hi . Hi . , How are you ? How are you ? , I'm good . How are you ? I'm good . How are you ? , Good . Do you speak English ? Good . Do you speak English ? , A little . Are you American ? A little . Are you American ? , Yes . Yes . , Where are you from ? Where are you from ? , I'm from California . I'm from California . , Nice to meet you . I feel I work harder when I am under pressure . , Me too . I get much more done when I am under the gun . "What can I do for you , Miss ? ", I want to buy a bottle of perfume for myself . I want to buy a bottle of perfume for myself . ," Well , here is a perfume kind for women . " " Well , here is a perfume kind for women . ", I don't like strong perfumes . I don't like strong perfumes . , How about this Isawell's flowery perfume ? How about this Isawell's flowery perfume ? , I don't think it smells nice . I don't think it smells nice . , Do you have green tea perfume ? Do you have green tea perfume ? ," Yes , here you are . " " Yes , here you are . ", May I have a look at this ? May I have a look at this ? , Sure . The bittersweet perfume has a calming effect on the nerves . Sure . The bittersweet perfume has a calming effect on the nerves . , I like this fragrance . I like this fragrance . , How much is it ? How much is it ? , 150 yuan . 150 yuan . , I'll take it . I'm so hungry ! I haven't late eaten all day ! ," Take your mind off it . Look , Crys.This magazine is on China's top ten beauties ! " " Take your mind off it . Look , Crys.This magazine is on China's top ten beauties ! ", They're all so thin ! Her cheekbones are great . They're all so thin ! Her cheekbones are great . , She doesn't have an ounce of fat on her face . She doesn't have an ounce of fat on her face . , The mag says she's 165 centimeters tall and 38 kilos . If only we could be that thin then ... The mag says she's 165 centimeters tall and 38 kilos . If only we could be that thin then ... , Not even drinking milk for one month would get us like that . Not even drinking milk for one month would get us like that . ," Oh , bathroom blues . " " Oh , bathroom blues . ", Look at this girl's gray dress . Look at this girl's gray dress . ," I went to try it on yesterday , but it only came in extra small . " " I went to try it on yesterday , but it only came in extra small . ", Last time I wore extra small was when I was in fifth grade . Last time I wore extra small was when I was in fifth grade . ," ( Weigh herself ) Hey , I lost a kilo in a week with my all-fruit diet . If I keep going , I can wear that dress next month . " " ( Weigh herself ) Hey , I lost a kilo in a week with my all-fruit diet . If I keep going , I can wear that dress next month . ", So why are you dieting this time anyway ? Another guy ? So why are you dieting this time anyway ? Another guy ? , Dieting . It's the price we pay to make men notice us . Dieting . It's the price we pay to make men notice us . , The girls in this magazine are so slender . The girls in this magazine are so slender . , They're also way younger than us . They're also way younger than us . ," True.You know , I First started dieting when I was ten . " " True.You know , I First started dieting when I was ten . ", You never worked out ? You never worked out ? ," Oh , no . Too much work . I hate to sweat . It's so gross . " I'm going to the bank . , What do you need to do ? What do you need to do ? , I need to withdraw some money . I need to withdraw some money . , How are you going to do that ? How are you going to do that ? , I'll just use the ATM . I'll just use the ATM . , What's that ? What's that ? , It's the Automatic Teller Machine . It's the Automatic Teller Machine . , It gives you money ? It gives you money ? , I just insert my debit card into the machine . I just insert my debit card into the machine . , And it gives you money ? And it gives you money ? ," Well , it gives me money , but it's my own money . " " Well , it gives me money , but it's my own money . ", Oh . What good is that ? I thought it gave you free money . Hello . Gail Willows speaking . ," Ms Willows , hello . This is Daniel calling from IBA Bank . " " Ms Willows , hello . This is Daniel calling from IBA Bank . "," Hello , Daniel . What can I do for you ? " " Hello , Daniel . What can I do for you ? ", I'm calling to notify you that an Export L / C has arrived for you . I'm calling to notify you that an Export L / C has arrived for you . ," Oh , really ? Do you know which company it's from ? " " Oh , really ? Do you know which company it's from ? "," Yes , it's from Satura Beds of Tokyo . " " Yes , it's from Satura Beds of Tokyo . "," Ah , great ! I'll send someone over to pick it up . Thanks for calling . " Hello ? Can you give me a tow ? My tour car's stranded . , Sure . Where are you ? Sure . Where are you ? , I'm on highway 1-75 going near exit 46 . I'm on highway 1-75 going near exit 46 . , What kind of car ? What kind of car ? , It's a blue Nissan minivan . It's a blue Nissan minivan . , Where are you going to ? Where are you going to ? , The closest garage . What's the charge ? The closest garage . What's the charge ? ," You are within 50 kilometers , so it's a 50 - dollar flat rate . " " You are within 50 kilometers , so it's a 50 - dollar flat rate . ", How long will it take ? How long will it take ? , About 20 to 30 minutes . About 20 to 30 minutes . , Thanks . "Hello , I am Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company . Can I have a private talk with you ? ", Er ? I am driving right now . Can you call back in 30 minutes ? Er ? I am driving right now . Can you call back in 30 minutes ? ," Sure . Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ’ re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ’ re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week . " " Sure . Hi , Monica , Richard again . Have you ever heard about our company ? It is an international one with good reputation . We have a lot of successful cases . If you ’ re trying advance your career , I would love to help you . XYZ Company is one of our clients . They ’ re in need of the talent like you . Would you be interested in taking part in an interview ? It is scheduled some time within this week . "," Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ’ m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ’ t think I am available for this opportunity . " " Thank you for calling . I really appreciate your kindness . But right now , I ’ m very busy preparing for an interview of another company . I don ’ t think I am available for this opportunity . "," Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address . " " Ok , I see . Good luck to you . You have my number . Call me when you change your mind . I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address . "," Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now . " " Well , I will text to you . Thank you , bye for now . ", You ’ re welcome . Bye . That dress is very pretty . Why don ’ t you like it ? , It ’ s too loud . It ’ s too loud . , We ’ Ve been looking around for many hours.What on earth are you looking for ? We ’ Ve been looking around for many hours.What on earth are you looking for ? ," Well , you know , those styles or colors don ’ t suit me . " " Well , you know , those styles or colors don ’ t suit me . ", What style do you want ? What style do you want ? ," I want to buy a V-neck checked sweater , and it should be tight . " " I want to buy a V-neck checked sweater , and it should be tight . "," Oh , I see.How about the color ? " " Oh , I see.How about the color ? ", Quiet color . Quiet color . , I know a shop selling this kind of sweaters . I know a shop selling this kind of sweaters . , Really ? Let ’ s go there . "Darling , this dress is for you . I hope you like it . "," Oh , very beautiful . Thank you , Steven , I like it very much . " " Oh , very beautiful . Thank you , Steven , I like it very much . "," Your birthday is coming , and I think this dress suits you . Why not try it now ? " " Your birthday is coming , and I think this dress suits you . Why not try it now ? "," My birthday present ? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman , darling . I will come back soon . ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress , then show it to Steven . ) " " My birthday present ? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman , darling . I will come back soon . ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress , then show it to Steven . ) ", It fits me exactly . How does it look like ? It fits me exactly . How does it look like ? ," It displays your slender figure , darling . " " It displays your slender figure , darling . ", The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style . The most important thing is that you bought it for me . I am happy that you know my size and style . , Because you are my dear wife . Nick ! How ’ s it going ? ," Oh , hey ... " " Oh , hey ... ", What are you doing in this neighbourhood ? Do you live around here ? What are you doing in this neighbourhood ? Do you live around here ? ," Actually , my office is right around the corner . " " Actually , my office is right around the corner . ", It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment . It was great to meet you last week at the conference . I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment . ," Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ’ s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion . " " Yeah , yeah , it was really interesting . You know , I'm in a bit of a hurry , but here ’ s my card . We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion . "," Sure , you still have my contact details , right ? " " Sure , you still have my contact details , right ? "," You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ? " " You know what , this is really embarrassing , but your name has just slipped my mind . Can you remind me ? "," Sure , my name is Ana Ferris . Don ’ t worry about it . it happens to me all the time . I ’ m terrible with names too . " "Hello , Sir . We haven't seen you for quite a while . So , what is it today that we can do for you ? ", I need a Deposit Certificate to handle some stuff in land . I need a Deposit Certificate to handle some stuff in land . ," I see , yes , I can do that now . I'm sure you know , as I may have told you before , you should pay an extra 20 RIB handling fee for this service . " " I see , yes , I can do that now . I'm sure you know , as I may have told you before , you should pay an extra 20 RIB handling fee for this service . "," Yes , I recalled you charging that before . And I thought it was extortionate ! Haha ! " " Yes , I recalled you charging that before . And I thought it was extortionate ! Haha ! "," I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash . " " I can just take it from your account , you don't need to give me cash . "," OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier . " " OK ... so it'll come out of my account ? Well , that makes it much easier . "," Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ? " " Anything else you'll be needing today , Sir ? "," Nope . That's everything , thanks . " Good morning . ," Ah , hello . Do you have a service for buying Traveller's Cheques ? " " Ah , hello . Do you have a service for buying Traveller's Cheques ? "," Yes , we do . How can I help ? I can give you a simple introduction , if you'd like ? " " Yes , we do . How can I help ? I can give you a simple introduction , if you'd like ? ", That would be wonderful . That would be wonderful . ," We usually recommend our clients buy US Dollar Traveller's Cheques , as they can be exchanged for local currency all over the world . They are certainly the most versatile . " " We usually recommend our clients buy US Dollar Traveller's Cheques , as they can be exchanged for local currency all over the world . They are certainly the most versatile . ", But what if something happened to them ? What would happen to my money ? But what if something happened to them ? What would happen to my money ? ," As soon as you purchase your Traveller's Cheques from us , you are covered . No matter if you lose them or they are stolen , we will replace them promptly . All we ask is for you to write down the reference number of each cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the actual cheques . We will need that number if you need to make a claim . " " As soon as you purchase your Traveller's Cheques from us , you are covered . No matter if you lose them or they are stolen , we will replace them promptly . All we ask is for you to write down the reference number of each cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the actual cheques . We will need that number if you need to make a claim . "," OK , I'd like to purchase 500 US dollars worth of Traveller's Cheques , please . " "Hi , Daisy ! ", Hi Simon . Nice to meet you again Hi Simon . Nice to meet you again , I hope you are Settling in at school ! I hope you are Settling in at school ! , I am ! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses . I am ! I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses . , Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here . Good ! Me too ! By the way . you didn't tell me what you are studying here . , Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies . Didn't I ? I'm doing business studies . , Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ? Really ? That's great . You hope to join a company after graduating ? , Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really . Maybe . My parents moved to Canada the year when I was born . We are living in Toronto . Suppose I might get a job in Toronto when I graduate . It's too soon to say really . , What about your friend Zoe What about your friend Zoe , She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy . She's from Australia . She lives in Sydney . Her father runs a hotel business there and she is doing a degree in accountancy . , Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures . Accountancy ? Really ? She must be very good at figures . ," I guess so . What about you , Simon ? " " I guess so . What about you , Simon ? ", I'm studying law . I'm studying law . , Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer . Great ! So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer . ," Sure , welcome anytime " Wow ! That's a fantastic movie ! ," Yes . I love it , too . " " Yes . I love it , too . ", Who was the director ? Who was the director ? ," I'm not sure , but I think it must be directed by Zhang You . That's typical of him . " I think that the company retreat should be in the mountains this year . , What a great idea ! What a great idea ! , January would be a good month for a mountain retreat . January would be a good month for a mountain retreat . ," I like the mountain idea , but I am not so sure about the month of January . " " I like the mountain idea , but I am not so sure about the month of January . "," You know , now that I think about it , you might be right . " " You know , now that I think about it , you might be right . ", April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements . April might be nice . It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements . , That is a good suggestion . That is a good suggestion . , We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them . We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them . ," Yeah , that would let us know what would work best . " " Yeah , that would let us know what would work best . ", I'll put the survey online this afternoon . It sure is hot . Why don't we go in the Haunted House ? At least it will be air conditioned . , I've told you a thousand times . I don't want to go in the Haunted House.It ' s too scary ! I've told you a thousand times . I don't want to go in the Haunted House.It ' s too scary ! , Well . Maybe I'll go alone then . I really don't want to miss it . Well . Maybe I'll go alone then . I really don't want to miss it . , Go alone if you want . I will wait at that cafe and have a soda . Go alone if you want . I will wait at that cafe and have a soda . ," It might take a long time . Because there is a line , you know . " " It might take a long time . Because there is a line , you know . "," I know . But if you don't go in the Haunted House , you won't be happy.So I will wait for you . It's no problem . " " I know . But if you don't go in the Haunted House , you won't be happy.So I will wait for you . It's no problem . ", Thanks . Thanks . , How was it ? How was it ? , I'm sorry it took so long . I'm sorry it took so long . , Don't worry about it . But how was it ? "Hi Julie , how are things going ? "," Everything is great , Tad . How are you ? " " Everything is great , Tad . How are you ? ", I'm doing really well . I'm doing really well . ," Tad , I'm pretty hungry right now . Want to walk over and check out the food table ? " " Tad , I'm pretty hungry right now . Want to walk over and check out the food table ? "," Julie , do you know who that woman is over there by the window ? " " Julie , do you know who that woman is over there by the window ? ", That is Mary . I heard that she's just moved in with Lee . That is Mary . I heard that she's just moved in with Lee . , I thought that he was with Malia . I thought that he was with Malia . ," Oh , that relationship is history . Malia hooked up with a guy she met on holiday . " " Oh , that relationship is history . Malia hooked up with a guy she met on holiday . ", I bet that Lee wasn't too happy with that ! I bet that Lee wasn't too happy with that ! ," Actually , he was OK with it . They hadn't been getting along too well . " "So , what happened ? ", He never came . He never came . , He stood you up . He stood you up . ," I wouldn ’ t exactly characterize it in that way . I think something happened . Something terrible and unexpected that made it impossible for him to ... what if he showed up , took one look at me and left ? " " I wouldn ’ t exactly characterize it in that way . I think something happened . Something terrible and unexpected that made it impossible for him to ... what if he showed up , took one look at me and left ? ", Not possible . Not possible . ," Maybe , there was a subway accident . " " Maybe , there was a subway accident . ", Absolutely . Absolutely . , A train got trapped underground with him inside . A train got trapped underground with him inside . , And no phone . And no phone . ," And you know , how those express trains create suction . " "I don't know , but he gives me the creeps . "," Just take it easy . If he starts to bother you , let me know and I'll call security . " " Just take it easy . If he starts to bother you , let me know and I'll call security . "," But what if he knows my name , where I live ... " " But what if he knows my name , where I live ... ", Don't get all worked up over him . He's probably harmless . Don't get all worked up over him . He's probably harmless . ," Actually , he's really good-looking . Too bad he's a weirdo . " " Actually , he's really good-looking . Too bad he's a weirdo . "," You never know . Maybe he's just an innocent , lonely guy ... " " You never know . Maybe he's just an innocent , lonely guy ... ", Now he's looking over here ! He's coming ! Now he's looking over here ! He's coming ! , OK ! I'll call security . "I understand we will need seven air conditioning units on the two floors.That ' s what you think , yes ? ", Yes . You could use five or six units.But five or six wouldn't be very efficient . I recommend seven . Yes . You could use five or six units.But five or six wouldn't be very efficient . I recommend seven . ," And if we take the Decker units you suggested , what would the price be ? " " And if we take the Decker units you suggested , what would the price be ? ", Let me calculate the price for you . I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units.Let ' s see here . Your total would be 5929 dollars . Let me calculate the price for you . I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units.Let ' s see here . Your total would be 5929 dollars . , Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ? Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building ? ," As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system . " " As I said , it is possible , but it would be much more expensive . I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system . "," That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess . " " That's too much . We need to use the separate units , I guess . "," It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet.Your customers won't even notice them . " " It's more practical , and the new units really are very quiet.Your customers won't even notice them . ", So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars . So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars . ," Yes , that's for the units.Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars.But it depends on the time spent , of course . " " Yes , that's for the units.Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars.But it depends on the time spent , of course . ", You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised . You mean installation isn't included ? I'm very surprised . ," No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included.The price I quoted was just for the units . " " No , Ma'am . Installation isn't included.The price I quoted was just for the units . "," In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell.They don't charge extra . " " In Taipei , you know , the company usually installs the things they sell.They don't charge extra . "," I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs.Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately . " " I know that , Ma'am . But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs.Here in L . A . , installation is charged separately . "," Yes , I suppose I should get used to it.But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this.We haven't even opened yet . " " Yes , I suppose I should get used to it.But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this.We haven't even opened yet . "," I understand , Ma'am . " " I understand , Ma'am . ", And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars . And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars . ," It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens.If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years . " " It's a question of quality , Ma'am . At that price , you would not get good equipment . I've been in this business for almost twenty years . I know what happens.If you don't get quality air conditioning now , you will just have to replace the system after two years . "," I will tell you what I can agree to.If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept . " " I will tell you what I can agree to.If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars , installation included , I can accept . ", Well . Well . , You do seem like a better company than the other one.So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 . You do seem like a better company than the other one.So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you . But I won't pay more than 6000 . ," Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this.We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business . " " Well , we don't usually do it , but ... I believe we can accommodate you on this.We will do the installation for free . Because we appreciate your business . ", Good . I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible . "Oh , it's getting late . I've got to run . It was nice talking to you , karren . "," Thanks , Tim.Nice meeting you , too . " " Thanks , Tim.Nice meeting you , too . ", I guess we'll see just around . I guess we'll see just around . ," Ye , I hope so.well.Take it easy . " " Ye , I hope so.well.Take it easy . ", You too . Dai Ling . ," Oh , Henry , I haven't seen you for ages . Come in . Let me take your coat . How are you getting along ? " " Oh , Henry , I haven't seen you for ages . Come in . Let me take your coat . How are you getting along ? "," Very well , thank you . " " Very well , thank you . ", Please take a seat . Everything would be ready in a minute . Please take a seat . Everything would be ready in a minute . ," Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty . " " Can you bring me a glass of orange juice , please ? I am quite thirsty . "," Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better . " " Here you are . Here you go . We have cocktail and salad , fried chicken , French fries and icecream for dessert . Eating chicken while it's hot . it tastes better . "," Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper . " " Wow , you're right . Everything is absolutely delicious . Please pass the pepper . ", Here you are . Taste the French fries . Here you are . Taste the French fries . , They're soft . They're soft . , Would you like some more ? Would you like some more ? ," No more , thank you . " " No more , thank you . ", Here is to our friendship and health ! Here is to our friendship and health ! , Bottom is up . "Song , I hate to say goodbye , but I have to . "," Nice meeting you , Kevin . I hope to see you again . " " Nice meeting you , Kevin . I hope to see you again . ", Let's keep in touch . Let's keep in touch . ," Sure , let's . Goodbye , then . " "Mr . Simpson , if you are free , how about a lunch ? ", When do you have in mind ? When do you have in mind ? , How about Thursday ? How about Thursday ? , That will be fine with me . That will be fine with me . , I know of a place you'll like and you have got to be there . I know of a place you'll like and you have got to be there . , Good . I'll be there at 12:30 . Good . I'll be there at 12:30 . ," OK , see you then . " Now let me tell you your definite duties in this office and this is your desk . Please sit down . ," I see . Thank you . Sir , what kind of duties will I do ? " " I see . Thank you . Sir , what kind of duties will I do ? "," B , your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them . Is that difficult ? " " B , your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them . Is that difficult ? "," It's easy . Is there anything I can do for you , sir ? " " It's easy . Is there anything I can do for you , sir ? "," Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week . " " Well . I have nearly forgotten . Mr Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me , but I will be very busy at that time . If he calls , you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week . "," I will leave a memo for you , sir . " Laura told me today that she has a friend with a car for sale . ," Oh , she did ? Then it's a used car of course . " " Oh , she did ? Then it's a used car of course . "," Yes , it's used , but she said it was in very good shape . It's a small foreign car . " " Yes , it's used , but she said it was in very good shape . It's a small foreign car . ", What else did she tell you ? Did she tell you how many miles there are on it ? What else did she tell you ? Did she tell you how many miles there are on it ? , She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles . She thinks it has about twenty-five or thirty thousand miles . , That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ? That's not bad . What about the price ? Did she tell you how much her friend wants for the car ? , Three thousand dollars . Three thousand dollars . , Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ? Three thousand ! That's almost too good to be true . Did she say why her friend wants to sell it ? , He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city . He lives in the city and you know how expensive it is to keep a car in the city . ," Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ? " " Well , we can see it for ourselves . Did she tell you when we can go and look at it ? "," No , but she gave me her friend's telephone number . I can call him and make an appointment . " What reasons do westerners drink for ? ," I don't think drinking requires any special purposes . For us people in the West , the purpose is generally quite simple-to savor the wine . " " I don't think drinking requires any special purposes . For us people in the West , the purpose is generally quite simple-to savor the wine . "," I know what you mean there . In many circumstances , people kiss the baby for the nurse's sake . And that's what we do when drinking at a banquet . Even though we do have a rich variety of brand-name wines , like Matai and Showing Yellow Rice Wine , alcohol is usually served not for the enjoyment itself . We just be its Dionysus effect to enliven the atmosphere , improve personal association with each other and solidify friendship . " " I know what you mean there . In many circumstances , people kiss the baby for the nurse's sake . And that's what we do when drinking at a banquet . Even though we do have a rich variety of brand-name wines , like Matai and Showing Yellow Rice Wine , alcohol is usually served not for the enjoyment itself . We just be its Dionysus effect to enliven the atmosphere , improve personal association with each other and solidify friendship . "," And to make matters worse , you're urged to drink "" one more cup time and again.There is too much etiquette to observe . You'II be set free at a Western banquet It seems we are keen to make it convenient as possible to savor the wine , its color , its aroma and its delicate taste . " " And to make matters worse , you're urged to drink "" one more cup time and again.There is too much etiquette to observe . You'II be set free at a Western banquet It seems we are keen to make it convenient as possible to savor the wine , its color , its aroma and its delicate taste . "," Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable . " " Yeah . It's of supreme importance that the goblet , table-cloth , and plates should be made shiningly clean , so that the color of the wine is clearly visible and the delicate aroma and taste are fully appreciable . "," Yes . For me , who can't hold much liquor , it's particularly agreeable . If only I had thechance to enjoy Chinese Matai at a leisured pace while sitting at a Western banquet ! " What's combined transportation ? ," If the goods are to be transshipped from one means of transportation to another during the course of the entire voyage , it's called ' combined transportation ' . " " If the goods are to be transshipped from one means of transportation to another during the course of the entire voyage , it's called ' combined transportation ' . ", Why is it necessary ? Why is it necessary ? , It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation . What did you major in ? , I major in Chemistry . I major in Chemistry . , What is your specialty ? What is your specialty ? , Organic Chemistry is my specialty . It seems that something is praying heavy on you.What ’ s the matter ? , I got my father ’ s goat last night . I got my father ’ s goat last night . , What did you do to get his goat ? What did you do to get his goat ? ," When I asked him to treat me like he does to my sisters , he jumped down my throat . So I took it out on him by telling him what I thought . " The negotiation of the price has taken us a long time . I hope the following negotiation about quality will be quicker . ," I think so , too . Our only request is that the quality is in conformity with the contract stipulations . " " I think so , too . Our only request is that the quality is in conformity with the contract stipulations . ", Don't worry . Our quality is based solely on our sales samples . Don't worry . Our quality is based solely on our sales samples . , But what will you do if the goods we receive are not standard ? But what will you do if the goods we receive are not standard ? , We are sure to responsible to replace the defective ones . We are sure to responsible to replace the defective ones . , That's great . "Excuse me , Alex ? "," What can I do for you , Kim ? " " What can I do for you , Kim ? ", I was wondering if you could get together with me to go over the payroll . I was wondering if you could get together with me to go over the payroll . ," Sure , anytime . " How many persons are there in your family ? ," There are three , my parents and I . " " There are three , my parents and I . ", Do you live together ? Do you live together ? ," No , I live alone in a flat near my work place . " " No , I live alone in a flat near my work place . ", Do you often go back to see your parents . Do you often go back to see your parents . ," Yes , almost once a week . " I'm going to the United Stated to attend my daughter's commencement . , How nice ! Are you going to convert some RIB to US dollars ? How nice ! Are you going to convert some RIB to US dollars ? , Yes . But I will not take much cash with me I can ask the bank to give me the traveler's checks . So it will be safer . Yes . But I will not take much cash with me I can ask the bank to give me the traveler's checks . So it will be safer . , How can you cash them when you arrive in the United States ? How can you cash them when you arrive in the United States ? ," I will go to the bank , give them my check , show them one piece of my identifications , and the most important thing is that I should sign my name to endorse the check . " " I will go to the bank , give them my check , show them one piece of my identifications , and the most important thing is that I should sign my name to endorse the check . "," It sounds quite simple . Next time when I travel abroad , I will apply for this kind of check too . " "He thought he could take Jimmy in , but you know , Jimmy is no fool . ", So ? So ? , So Jimmy just took him in instead and it cost him an arm and a leg . So Jimmy just took him in instead and it cost him an arm and a leg . , You mean finally Henry bought the broken car himself . You mean finally Henry bought the broken car himself . , Exactly . Herry is almost broken now . I ’ m sure it will be wet when we arrive . , Yes . I dare say it will be . Yes . I dare say it will be . , It will be Sunday so I expected everything will be closed . It will be Sunday so I expected everything will be closed . , No . I don ’ t think that ’ s possible . Some places are sure to be open . No . I don ’ t think that ’ s possible . Some places are sure to be open . , But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get some money . But the bank should be closed so we shouldn't to be able to get some money . ," Mmm , you may be right . " " Mmm , you may be right . ", Do you think we ’ ll need our overcoats ? Do you think we ’ ll need our overcoats ? , No . We couldn ’ t possibly . No . We couldn ’ t possibly . , Why not ? Why not ? , It will be summer . So it will be hot . It will be summer . So it will be hot . , Is that very likely in England ? Is that very likely in England ? , Yes . It could happen . "The trouble is not that . It is that he may suddenly remember something I promised him a couple of weeks ago , out of a clear blue sky . Then he complains that I have gone back on my words . "," Does he do that with his Dad ? I mean , does he complain things to his father ? " " Does he do that with his Dad ? I mean , does he complain things to his father ? "," He never does , and in fact , he seldom communicates with him . " " He never does , and in fact , he seldom communicates with him . ", But didn ’ t you say that his Dad takes him under his wings ? But didn ’ t you say that his Dad takes him under his wings ? ," Yes , I did . He only takes side with him . He seldom asks what Dick is doing . " "Can I help you , sir ? ", I want to have a haircut . I want to have a haircut . , Please take a seat . Do you need a shampoo ? Please take a seat . Do you need a shampoo ? , How much is a regular haircut without shampoo ? How much is a regular haircut without shampoo ? , $ 10 . $ 10 . , And how much for haircut with shampoo ? And how much for haircut with shampoo ? , The total charge is $ 15 . The total charge is $ 15 . ," Since it is , I need a haircut with shampoo . " " Since it is , I need a haircut with shampoo . "," Well , what shampoo do you prefer ? " " Well , what shampoo do you prefer ? "," SEEK , please . " " SEEK , please . ", ( 5 minutes later ) What sort of hairstyles do you like ? ( 5 minutes later ) What sort of hairstyles do you like ? , What hairstyle do you feel will look best on me ? What hairstyle do you feel will look best on me ? , I think a crew cut is the most suitable for you . I think a crew cut is the most suitable for you . , I have the same idea as you . Excuse me . Do you know where the Admiral Hotel is ? ," That's over on Callaway Street , isn't it ? " " That's over on Callaway Street , isn't it ? "," Yes , but I can't find Callaway Street . " " Yes , but I can't find Callaway Street . ", Walk that way for about four blocks . The hotel's about two blocks north of there . Walk that way for about four blocks . The hotel's about two blocks north of there . , Thanks a lot . I love your bracelet . When did you get it ? ," I got it a while ago , but I haven't worn it much . You really like it ? " " I got it a while ago , but I haven't worn it much . You really like it ? ", Yeah . It's beautiful . Is it white gold or silver ? Yeah . It's beautiful . Is it white gold or silver ? , It's white gold . It's white gold . , Where did you buy it ? Where did you buy it ? , My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co . and he let me pick it out . My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co . and he let me pick it out . , That's so sweet . What was the occasion ? That's so sweet . What was the occasion ? , That's the best part . It wasn't for anything special . He just wanted to buy me something . That's the best part . It wasn't for anything special . He just wanted to buy me something . ," You're so lucky . If he bought you something for no special day , I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday . " " You're so lucky . If he bought you something for no special day , I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday . ", My birthday is coming up . We'll find out pretty soon . My birthday is coming up . We'll find out pretty soon . , What do you want ? What do you want ? ," I wouldn't mind a necklace . I was at the jewelry shop looking around , and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want . " " I wouldn't mind a necklace . I was at the jewelry shop looking around , and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want . ", Why not a ring ? Why not a ring ? , I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet . I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet . , But you're ready for everything else ? But you're ready for everything else ? , Akha . I'd like to say good-bye to everyone . , What time are you going ? What time are you going ? , My plane leaves at seven twenty-five . My plane leaves at seven twenty-five . ," Well , good-bye and have a good trip ! " " Well , good-bye and have a good trip ! ", Good-bye . Remember to look me up if you're ever in Washington . Where can I get my baggage ? , Are you from a domestic flight or an international one ? Are you from a domestic flight or an international one ? , An international one from Seattle . An international one from Seattle . ," In that case , you should go to the baggage hall over there . " " In that case , you should go to the baggage hall over there . "," Oh yes , I see the sign , thank you . " "I'd like to send this parcel to Spain , please . ", Do you want to send it by airmail or by surface mail ? Do you want to send it by airmail or by surface mail ? ," Well , how long will it take if I send it by surface mail ? " " Well , how long will it take if I send it by surface mail ? ", About five weeks . About five weeks . ," Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ? " " Oh , dear . It won't get there for New Year's Day if I send it by surface mail . How much will it cost if I send it by air ? ", Just a moment . I'll weigh it . "Hello , it's my first time in Egypt . What would you advise me to see here ? ", There are many famous resorts in Egypt . You can have a good time here . There are many famous resorts in Egypt . You can have a good time here . , But I'm going to stay here only for two days . But I'm going to stay here only for two days . , I'm afraid two days isn't enough for you to see all the places of interest . I'm afraid two days isn't enough for you to see all the places of interest . , What shall I do then ? What shall I do then ? ," If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent . " " If I were you , the pyramid would be my first choice . It's so magnificent . "," It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs . " " It's really worth seeing . By the way , I'd like to buy some souvenirs . ", You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want . You needn't worry about it . There are many stores at the scenic spots . I'm sure you can get what you want . , OK . I know what to do now . Thank you . I got a ninety-five on my test . , So what ? I got a ninety-nine . Excuse me ! What time is it ? My watch stopped . , Let me see . It's 9 Let me see . It's 9 , Is your watch right ? Is your watch right ? , I think so . I set it by the radio this morning . I think so . I set it by the radio this morning . ," By the way , can you tell me what the date it is today , and what day it is , please ? " " By the way , can you tell me what the date it is today , and what day it is , please ? "," Well , it's the 10th and on the Tuesday . " "so , how should we go to the theatre ? ", let's take the bus . let's take the bus . ," I hate the bus system in London ! The bus drivers are rude , the buses are never on time , and there are few people around who can help you . " " I hate the bus system in London ! The bus drivers are rude , the buses are never on time , and there are few people around who can help you . ", it's not that bad . You probably just had a bad experience once . it's not that bad . You probably just had a bad experience once . ," it wasn't just once . Every single time I take the bus , something bad happens to me or to someone else on the bus . " " it wasn't just once . Every single time I take the bus , something bad happens to me or to someone else on the bus . "," we could take the subway , but we'd have to go three stops along one line and then change trains twice . " " we could take the subway , but we'd have to go three stops along one line and then change trains twice . "," train fares are twice as expensive as the bus fare , too . " " train fares are twice as expensive as the bus fare , too . "," if we don't hurry up , we'll miss the show . Should we take the bus ? " " if we don't hurry up , we'll miss the show . Should we take the bus ? "," we're already late , so I think we had better take a taxi . " " we're already late , so I think we had better take a taxi . ", I don't think we'll be able to find a taxi very easily during hush hours . Let's just take the bus . I don't think we'll be able to find a taxi very easily during hush hours . Let's just take the bus . , fine . Have a look at the timetable to find out when the next one arrives . fine . Have a look at the timetable to find out when the next one arrives . , it looks like it should be here in just a few minutes . it looks like it should be here in just a few minutes . , don't worry . Nothing bad will happen . I'll even buy your ticket for you . don't worry . Nothing bad will happen . I'll even buy your ticket for you . ," thanks , that was nice of you . " " thanks , that was nice of you . "," see , now something good has happened to you on a bus trip ! " How come it is slow as a snail today ? , You mean the network connection ? You mean the network connection ? ," Yes , I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now . It took me almost one minute to open it . Then there is no response to any click . " " Yes , I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now . It took me almost one minute to open it . Then there is no response to any click . ", I have the same question . I can ’ t send out mails . We ’ d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately . I have the same question . I can ’ t send out mails . We ’ d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately . , Ok . May I help you ? , Yes . I'd like to send this parcel to Changchun . Yes . I'd like to send this parcel to Changchun . , How do you want to send it ? How do you want to send it ? , I guess I'll send it by airmail . I guess I'll send it by airmail . , Is there anything valuable ? Is there anything valuable ? ," No , there are only some vases . " " No , there are only some vases . ", They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do . They are fragile articles . They must be packed in a proper strong box . Your light cardboard box won't do . , Have you got boxes for sale ? Have you got boxes for sale ? , Yes . Yes . , Is it all right this time ? Is it all right this time ? , Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms . Yes . Now fill in two customs declarations and one despatch note in English . You'll have to take your parcel to the next window for examination when you have completed the forms . , OK . OK . , Have you written down your return address ? Have you written down your return address ? ," Yes , I have . " It's almost midnight ! We are about to start a brand new year ! ," I know it's so exciting ! A new year is always like a clean slate . Fresh start to accomplish any dreams , objectives and goals . " " I know it's so exciting ! A new year is always like a clean slate . Fresh start to accomplish any dreams , objectives and goals . ", Do you have a New Year's resolution ? Do you have a New Year's resolution ? ," I was thinking about it , but I'm never able to keep my New Year's resolution . Last year for example I joined a gym and only went twice . " " I was thinking about it , but I'm never able to keep my New Year's resolution . Last year for example I joined a gym and only went twice . "," Yeah I know what you mean . That's why this year I am keeping things more simple . Maybe like getting together with friends I haven't seen in a long time , or doing some volunteering work . " " Yeah I know what you mean . That's why this year I am keeping things more simple . Maybe like getting together with friends I haven't seen in a long time , or doing some volunteering work . ", That seems reasonable . We should get together and watch the ball drop in Times Square . That seems reasonable . We should get together and watch the ball drop in Times Square . ," Sure , as long as you don't try to kiss me at midnight ! " " Sure , as long as you don't try to kiss me at midnight ! "," Well , we can't break tradition ! It's bad luck ! " Good morning . Sanyu Restaurant . May I help you ? , What time do you open this evening ? What time do you open this evening ? ," We open at 6:30 , sir . " " We open at 6:30 , sir . ", I see . I'd like to reserve a table for two . I see . I'd like to reserve a table for two . ," Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ? " " Yes , sir . What time would you like your table , sir ? "," I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm . " " I'm not sure , perhaps around 8 pm . "," Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ? " " Fine ! I'll reserve a table for two at 8 pm , sir . May I have your name , please ? ", Davis . Davis . ," Thank you , Mr . Davis . " " Thank you , Mr . Davis . "," Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration . " " Oh , any chance of a table by the window ? My wife loves the bird's eye view . As it's her birthday , I want it to be a celebration . "," I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand . " " I see . We have already received many bookings and though I can't guarantee anything , please be assured that we'll try our best , Mr . Davis . I hope you'll understand . "," I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged . " " I do , but I would appreciate you , if it could be arranged . ", We'll try our best . We'll try our best . , Thank you . Is there a doctor here ? , No . No . , Can you call an Ambulance ? Can you call an Ambulance ? ," Sure , what's happened ? " Here comes the last course ! Shall I help you to the dish ? , I'd rather not have it if you don't mind . I'll have soup instead . I'm supposed to be on a diet . I'd rather not have it if you don't mind . I'll have soup instead . I'm supposed to be on a diet . , But I can't resist a good dinner . you look better today . How did your test go ? , much better than it did yesterday . much better than it did yesterday . , did you pass ? did you pass ? ," I not only passed my test , but I aced it ! I'm so happy ! " " I not only passed my test , but I aced it ! I'm so happy ! ", you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it . you should be . You worked really hard last night preparing for it . ," thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass . " " thanks for helping me with it . If you hadn't encouraged me to do my best , I wouldn't have ever been able to pass . ", you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor . you don't have to thank me . It's just a part of my job as your counsellor . , did you always do well at school ? did you always do well at school ? ," no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams . " " no , in fact , I was terrible at taking exams . ", really ? really ? ," sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ? " " sure , but my teachers always encouraged me to do the best that I could and that helped me a lot . When are your final exams ? ", I'll get my finals in two months . I'll get my finals in two months . , when do you plan on studying for those exams ? when do you plan on studying for those exams ? , most students just cram the night forehead . most students just cram the night forehead . , do you think that's a good idea ? do you think that's a good idea ? ," no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam . " " no , I think I should study a little bit at a time , starting a few weeks before the exam . ", that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ? that sounds like a good idea . What are you going to do if you have any questions while you're studying ? , I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant . I'll go and talk to my professor or a learning support assistant . , it sounds like you've learned something useful this year ! Excuse me.Could you please tell me where the train station is ? , It's two blocks down the road . Mark is parade his knowledge again . , Yeah ! He ’ s very good at showing off his knowledge . Yeah ! He ’ s very good at showing off his knowledge . , A well-learned person never does that . A friend told me might find a room here . , Yes . I'll have a room free next week . Yes . I'll have a room free next week . , What do you charge ? What do you charge ? ," 12,000 yuan a year , but you can't have visitors live in it . " " 12,000 yuan a year , but you can't have visitors live in it . ", OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ? OK . Would it be all right to look at the room first ? , Could you come back later ? We're right in the middle of dinner . "Excuse me , Dr.Steward , I wonder if I could talk with you about my paper . "," Yes , of course.When ? " " Yes , of course.When ? "," Will you be free this afternoon , say from 3 to 4 ? " " Will you be free this afternoon , say from 3 to 4 ? "," Now let me check my schedule ... OK , you could to my office then . " "Good morning , Madam , can I take your order now ? "," Yes , I'd like to have a roast chicken leg . " " Yes , I'd like to have a roast chicken leg . ", Anything else ? No . , How about drink ? How about drink ? ," No , enough . " " No , enough . ", Please wait a moment . Please wait a moment . ," Waiter , come back . " " Waiter , come back . "," OK . What's up , Madam ? " " OK . What's up , Madam ? ", It's not too salty . It's not too salty . , OK . OK . ," Waiter , come back again . " " Waiter , come back again . "," Yes , anything wrong ? " " Yes , anything wrong ? ", Not too rare . Not too rare . ," Yes , I see . " " Yes , I see . ", Why do you come back again ? Why do you come back again ? , There's a question I want to ask you . There's a question I want to ask you . , What's that ? What's that ? ," Which leg do you want to have , right leg or left one ? " " Which leg do you want to have , right leg or left one ? "," Thanks , thanks a lot and thanks a million . " " Thanks , thanks a lot and thanks a million . ", Why do you say so many thanks ? Why do you say so many thanks ? , I can't forget about this when next time . Our company's wei-ya is tomorrow night ! It's your first Chinese New Year in Taiwan--you must be excited ! ," Excited ? What's there to be excited about ? It's just another company dinner , right ? " " Excited ? What's there to be excited about ? It's just another company dinner , right ? "," You have no idea ! There's a banquet with prizes , performances ... you name it ! " " You have no idea ! There's a banquet with prizes , performances ... you name it ! ", Really ? What kind of prizes ? Really ? What kind of prizes ? ," Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car ! " " Well , I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car ! ", A new car ! You're kidding ! A new car ! You're kidding ! ," No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear ! " " No , really ! And she told me the secret to winning , wear red underwear ! ", Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ? Wear red underwear ? ! Does that really work ? Are you going to try it ? ," Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too ! " " Of course ! I'm not only going to wear red underwear , but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt , too ! "," Gee , I don't think I own any red underwear , but I can buy some ! " That guy's manner really turns me off . , Yeah.He never stops asking questions . Yeah.He never stops asking questions . , Maybe he's abnormal . "By the way , where's Jim ? ", He is out . "This bus goes all the way to Santa Anita mall , right ? "," Yeah , it'll take us there . " " Yeah , it'll take us there . ", Are you positive ? Are you positive ? , I always catch this bus . I always catch this bus . , How long is this bus ride ? How long is this bus ride ? , It only takes about half an hour . It only takes about half an hour . , Where do we get off at ? Where do we get off at ? , We can get off the bus right behind Macy's . We can get off the bus right behind Macy's . , There's a stop right next to the mall ? There's a stop right next to the mall ? ," Yeah , it's right in the parking lot . " " Yeah , it's right in the parking lot . ", That's cool . That's cool . ," Yeah , I know . " I am not convinced by your explanation . Could you explain it ? ," Sorry , I really can't do that . There's little time left for us . " " Sorry , I really can't do that . There's little time left for us . ", I can't accept your excuse . It's five o'clock . I can't accept your excuse . It's five o'clock . , But I have an appointment with Ann . But I have an appointment with Ann . ," Ok , sounds good . But I think it's your trick . " What do you mean by us ? ," Well , you always say you're busy . " " Well , you always say you're busy . ", That's right . That's right . , And you often go back to live with your parents and leave our son in the room by himself . And you often go back to live with your parents and leave our son in the room by himself . ," I ... I ... I miss my parents , also they miss me . " " I ... I ... I miss my parents , also they miss me . "," Oh I remember , I cut terrible calls , and you didn't say anything about it . " " Oh I remember , I cut terrible calls , and you didn't say anything about it . ", You mean I am groaned a few words ? You mean I am groaned a few words ? , Totally not . Perhaps it's about our marriage . Gary . Could you type up this report for me ? I have to take off early this afternoon . , Sure . Just leave it to me . I'll finish it . "There are advertisements everywhere here in hong kong . The city is so bright at night , with all the neon signs . ", I like it . It makes the city feel alive . I like all the different colors and I like the billboards with eye-catching pictures and slogans . I like it . It makes the city feel alive . I like all the different colors and I like the billboards with eye-catching pictures and slogans . , I think that there are too many of them . I think that companies spend far too much money on advertising . They should have lower prices instead . Then they would see more . I think that there are too many of them . I think that companies spend far too much money on advertising . They should have lower prices instead . Then they would see more . ," I see your point , but if companies didn ’ t spend money on advertising , no one would hear about their products . I agree that some form of advertising can be annoying . I don ’ t like it when people try to give you leaflets with information about products you have no intention of buying . " " I see your point , but if companies didn ’ t spend money on advertising , no one would hear about their products . I agree that some form of advertising can be annoying . I don ’ t like it when people try to give you leaflets with information about products you have no intention of buying . ", I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway . I really hate receiving spam . I also dislike having to listen to advertisements and jingles when they are broadcast in stores or on the subway . ," Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ’ t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign . " " Yes , that annoys me too . With billboards , you can look away , but with broadcasts , you can ’ t avoid them . I like the way that advertising agencies use comedy in their campaign . "," I like that too . I don ’ t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ’ t buy a certain product , you ’ re not cool or modern or efficient or something . " " I like that too . I don ’ t like the way that advertising campaign often tell you if you don ’ t buy a certain product , you ’ re not cool or modern or efficient or something . ", That kind of advertising seems to be very common with brand name products . They are always trying to maintain brand loyalty . "May I help you , sir ? ", I want a pair of locus . I want a pair of locus . ," Take a look at the ones on display , please . " " Take a look at the ones on display , please . ", I need size 41 . Good morning . What can I do for you ? , Christmas Day is coming . I want to buy several postcards to send to my family and friends . Can you recommend me some ? Christmas Day is coming . I want to buy several postcards to send to my family and friends . Can you recommend me some ? , Of course . How about these postcards ? They are specially designed for Christmas . Of course . How about these postcards ? They are specially designed for Christmas . , These postcards are great . I want to buy a dozen with different pictures . These postcards are great . I want to buy a dozen with different pictures . , No problem . You can choose what you like . No problem . You can choose what you like . , How much is a postcard ? How much is a postcard ? , A postcard costs you five yuan . A dozen postcards cost you 60 yuan . A postcard costs you five yuan . A dozen postcards cost you 60 yuan . , OK . Here is the money . Thank you very much . OK . Here is the money . Thank you very much . , You are welcome . "Honey , do you know what color the carrot is ? "," Mom , it's orange ? " " Mom , it's orange ? "," Wow , my son is so clever . " " Wow , my son is so clever . "," Mom , that's a stupid question . " " Mom , that's a stupid question . ", Really ? Really ? , I am not a child at all . I know more . I am not a child at all . I know more . ," Oh , my son looks like a grown-up . " " Oh , my son looks like a grown-up . "," Sure . Mom , I can take care of you . " " Sure . Mom , I can take care of you . ", No kidding . So tell me what's your favorite color ? No kidding . So tell me what's your favorite color ? ," I like blue . You see , that's the color of the sky . I wanna be a superman . " " I like blue . You see , that's the color of the sky . I wanna be a superman . ", Why ? Why ? , I hope I can fly to any place like superman . So I can touch the sky . I hope I can fly to any place like superman . So I can touch the sky . ," OK , superman . Put on your cape , we are going to fly home . " "Can you help me , please ? Is there a public restroom near here ? "," I'm sorry , but I don't think so . " " I'm sorry , but I don't think so . "," Oh , no ! ! My son needs a bathroom . " " Oh , no ! ! My son needs a bathroom . "," Well , there's a department store on Grant Street . There are restrooms in the basement . " " Well , there's a department store on Grant Street . There are restrooms in the basement . ", Where on Grant Street ? Where on Grant Street ? , Between Second and Third Streets . The store is across from the hotel . Between Second and Third Streets . The store is across from the hotel . , Thank you very much . You can't beat me at tennis . , Do you want to bet ? I don't think we've met . ," No , I don't think we have . " " No , I don't think we have . ", My name is Dick Brown . My name is Dick Brown . , How do you do ? Mr . Brown . I am Susan Heywood . How do you do ? Mr . Brown . I am Susan Heywood . , Mr . Smith often talked about you . Mr . Smith often talked about you . , Really ? I am glad to meet you . Really ? I am glad to meet you . , I'm honored to know you . I think it might be a good idea to work as a guide . , Where do you intend to go ? Where do you intend to go ? , Three Gorges of the Yangtze River . Three Gorges of the Yangtze River . , That's beautiful . What's wrong with you ? , I feel so tired . I feel so tired . , I really recommend you go for a run in the morning . I really recommend you go for a run in the morning . , Why ? I'd just be dead tired for the rest of the day . Why ? I'd just be dead tired for the rest of the day . , On the contrary ! It really refreshes you and gets you ready to attack the day . On the contrary ! It really refreshes you and gets you ready to attack the day . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? ," Yes , I often feel like a million dollars after work , like I can take on anything . " " Yes , I often feel like a million dollars after work , like I can take on anything . ", OK . Let me try . Did you read this ? It says that the number one new years resolution make is to spend more time with friends and family . , Why would that be funny ? Why would that be funny ? ," Well , think about it . We are a society that is always on the go , not because we have to , but because we want to . " " Well , think about it . We are a society that is always on the go , not because we have to , but because we want to . ", Why ? Why ? , We work hard and spend less time at home because we are trying to provide for our family with goods and services that are usually unnecessary . We work hard and spend less time at home because we are trying to provide for our family with goods and services that are usually unnecessary . ," I don ’ t agree , but anyways , I think you should start thinking of a new year ’ s resolution yourself . " " I don ’ t agree , but anyways , I think you should start thinking of a new year ’ s resolution yourself . ", What ’ s the point ? We always make a new year ’ s resolution and by February we will have forgotten about it . It ’ s pointless . What ’ s the point ? We always make a new year ’ s resolution and by February we will have forgotten about it . It ’ s pointless . , Well then maybe you should resolve to sticking to your goals and objectives . Well then maybe you should resolve to sticking to your goals and objectives . , What about you ? Your gym bag is gathering dust and you still have brand new running shoes that are yet to be jogged in . What about you ? Your gym bag is gathering dust and you still have brand new running shoes that are yet to be jogged in . ," Well , I would go if you kept your promise of going to the gym with me everyday ! " " Well , I would go if you kept your promise of going to the gym with me everyday ! "," Yeah , yeah , whatever . " Where do you come from ? , I come from England . I come from England . , What's the climate like in your country ? What's the climate like in your country ? ," It's mild , but it's not always pleasant.The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East . It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South . " " It's mild , but it's not always pleasant.The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East . It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South . ", Which seasons do you like best ? Which seasons do you like best ? , I like spring and summer . The days are long and the nights are short . The sun rises early and sets late . I don't like autumn and winter . The days are short and the nights are long . The sun rises late How do you do ? My name is Beef Hart . , How do you do ? My name is John White . How do you do ? My name is John White . , Happy to see you . Happy to see you . , The pleasure is all mine . May I help you ? ," I'm just browsing , thanks . " " I'm just browsing , thanks . ", We're on clearance sale now . Prices have up to twenty percent off . Do not miss the chance . We're on clearance sale now . Prices have up to twenty percent off . Do not miss the chance . ," Well , how about fifty percent discount ? If so , I'll buy that fur coat . " " Well , how about fifty percent discount ? If so , I'll buy that fur coat . "," Madam , you know we ’ re clearing out stock now . It ’ s a real bargain . " " Madam , you know we ’ re clearing out stock now . It ’ s a real bargain . ", So won ’ t you come down any more ? So won ’ t you come down any more ? ," Thirty percent discount , OK ? That ’ s the lowest price . " I would love to rent this apartment . , I ’ m happy to hear you say that . I ’ m happy to hear you say that . , How much are you asking for every month ? How much are you asking for every month ? , I ’ m renting this apartment out for $ 1050 a month . I ’ m renting this apartment out for $ 1050 a month . , That is quite a lot of money for just one month . That is quite a lot of money for just one month . , That is a fair price . That is a fair price . , What do you say to $ 850 a month ? What do you say to $ 850 a month ? , That ’ s no good . That ’ s no good . , It ’ s either $ 850 or nothing at all . It ’ s either $ 850 or nothing at all . , I won ’ t go any lower than $ 1050 . I won ’ t go any lower than $ 1050 . , Could you please go lower ? Could you please go lower ? , That ’ s the best I can do . I've come to say goodbye . , When do you leave ? When do you leave ? , I'm catching the eleven o'clock train . I'm catching the eleven o'clock train . , Take care of yourself and don't forget to keep in touch . Take care of yourself and don't forget to keep in touch . , Goodbye . Hope to see you again next year . "Oh , so many kinds of winter hats . "," What is your favorite color , miss ? " " What is your favorite color , miss ? ", Red . Red . , Here you are.It ' s very attractive . Here you are.It ' s very attractive . , May I try it on ? Go ahead . , Is there a mirror around here ? Is there a mirror around here ? , Right over there . Right over there . , Does it suit me ? Does it suit me ? ," Yes , you look very nice . " " Yes , you look very nice . ", How much is it ? How much is it ? , We're having a clearance sale . $ 4 plus tax . We're having a clearance sale . $ 4 plus tax . , That's quite reasonable . I want to buy some cloth to make a curtain . Which one is better ? , What about the twill ? It washes well and won't lose shape . What about the twill ? It washes well and won't lose shape . , What about the cotton one ? What about the cotton one ? ," Well , it's cheap and actually the color fades easily when washed . " This is the good life ! We have it good don ’ t you think ? ," Yeah of course ! Although , don ’ t you ever wonder what could have been ? " " Yeah of course ! Although , don ’ t you ever wonder what could have been ? ", What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," Well , sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently . " " Well , sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently . ", For example ? For example ? ," Like for example , if I hadn ’ t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to . " " Like for example , if I hadn ’ t studied architecture , I would have become an artist like I wanted to . "," I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ’ t have gotten married if I hadn ’ t moved to this town and met Sally . " " I see . Yeah now that I think of it , I wouldn ’ t have gotten married if I hadn ’ t moved to this town and met Sally . ", You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ’ t even have met if I hadn ’ t been in that car accident ten years ago ! You see ! Everything happens for a reason ! We wouldn ’ t even have met if I hadn ’ t been in that car accident ten years ago ! ," Well , I have no regrets ! " " Well , I have no regrets ! ", I ’ ll drink to that ! Have you heard about the robbery ? , I saw the whole thing happen . I saw the whole thing happen . , For real ? For real ? , I was in the bank during the robbery . I was in the bank during the robbery . , What went down ? What went down ? , Some dude came into the bank with a gun . Some dude came into the bank with a gun . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? ," When he pulled out the gun , I got so scared . " " When he pulled out the gun , I got so scared . ", Tell me what else happened . Tell me what else happened . , He got the money and tried to leave . He got the money and tried to leave . , Did the cops get him ? Did the cops get him ? , The cops arrested him before he could even make it out the door . "Mr.Sellers ? It's Steven speaking , your tenant . We've just suffered a power failure.What should I do now ? "," All right , Steven . Do you have a flashlight ? " " All right , Steven . Do you have a flashlight ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . "," OK , now go down to the basement and find the circuit box . Open it and check if there are any fuses blown out . " " OK , now go down to the basement and find the circuit box . Open it and check if there are any fuses blown out . ", How do I know if it's blown out ? How do I know if it's blown out ? , You'll see it's black and has burnt smell . You'll see it's black and has burnt smell . , Then what shall I do ? Then what shall I do ? , Unscrew the burnt fuses and replace them with the good ones . You can find them on the rack in the basement . Unscrew the burnt fuses and replace them with the good ones . You can find them on the rack in the basement . ," OK , I'll try . I'll call you again if that doesn't work . " Did you enjoy that new movie ? ," That movie's just a lot of noise , same as Simon . " " That movie's just a lot of noise , same as Simon . "," Oh , what happened , Carole ? " " Oh , what happened , Carole ? "," I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it . " " I had to go by myself , he couldn't make it . "," What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming . " " What ? I met him just before I took off from Kitty's , he said he was coming . "," Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ? " " Kitty's ? He sure gets around , doesn't he ? ", Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ? Looks like it . So how did he handle it to ? , His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again . His excuse was familiar . He said his car died again . , I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me . I think that's a bunch of nonsense . It seemed ok to me . , I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy . I know . Last week he gave me a lie about being too busy . , Doesn't sound promising . Doesn't sound promising . ," Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug . " " Well , I think it's the time to pull the plug . ", If you want I'll let him know if I run into him . If you want I'll let him know if I run into him . ," Thanks anyway , but I'll do it , Rebecca . Let's get the class . " We can offer you a 5 % discount . ," Your price is rather out of line , much higher than we expected . We can't buy with your offer . " " Your price is rather out of line , much higher than we expected . We can't buy with your offer . "," Well , what do you suggest then ? How about 8 % ? " " Well , what do you suggest then ? How about 8 % ? "," When we say your prices are much too high , we don't mean the are higher only by 2 or 3 percent . If we are to place an order with you . I think a discount of about 15 % would be sufficient . " " When we say your prices are much too high , we don't mean the are higher only by 2 or 3 percent . If we are to place an order with you . I think a discount of about 15 % would be sufficient . ", What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction . What ? You want to drive me bankrupt ! You can't expect us to make such a large reduction . , There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great . There's no point in making a counter offer because the gap is too great . ," How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large . " " How about lo % ? This price is already a little tight , our profit margin is not that large . ", Ok . I can settle for that . "hey , the new SOHO . How's everything going ? ", everything's great . I've just returned from my office . everything's great . I've just returned from my office . , your office ? Aren't you a freelancer ? your office ? Aren't you a freelancer ? ," sure I am . I work for myself , but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area . " " sure I am . I work for myself , but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area . ", a virtual office ? a virtual office ? ," yeah , an office that runs efficiently by using nothing other than online communication technologies . I pay the rent and share office services with others in the same building . " " yeah , an office that runs efficiently by using nothing other than online communication technologies . I pay the rent and share office services with others in the same building . ", what kind of services do they offer ? what kind of services do they offer ? ," a separated office , internet access , phone services , fax services , mail & courier services , and almost everything you have in a conventional office . " " a separated office , internet access , phone services , fax services , mail & courier services , and almost everything you have in a conventional office . ", sounds fun.what else ? sounds fun.what else ? ," I get a business address at an expensive location , and I can share the receptionist and secretary with other offices in the same floor . " " I get a business address at an expensive location , and I can share the receptionist and secretary with other offices in the same floor . "," oh , that helps a lot to promote your corporate image . " " oh , that helps a lot to promote your corporate image . ", you bet it ! what do we need to get from the supermarket ? ," we need lots of things . I ’ ll make a list . We need a bag of sugar , a loaf of bread and a crate of beer . " " we need lots of things . I ’ ll make a list . We need a bag of sugar , a loaf of bread and a crate of beer . ", a crate of beer ? Why do we need that ? a crate of beer ? Why do we need that ? , just joking . I would like to get a few bottles of beer though . We also need a liter of cooking oil . just joking . I would like to get a few bottles of beer though . We also need a liter of cooking oil . , we can buy a three-liter bottle . It works out cheaper per liter . We should buy a packet of butter and a few pints of milk too . we can buy a three-liter bottle . It works out cheaper per liter . We should buy a packet of butter and a few pints of milk too . , I ’ d like to get a jar of strawberry jam and a bottle of tomato ketchup . Do we need any meat ? I ’ d like to get a jar of strawberry jam and a bottle of tomato ketchup . Do we need any meat ? , I think we should get half a kilo of minced beef and a few pork chops . I think we should get half a kilo of minced beef and a few pork chops . ," ok . Let ’ s not forget fruit and vegetables . We need a bunch of bananas , a kilo of tomatoes and a bag of potatoes . " " ok . Let ’ s not forget fruit and vegetables . We need a bunch of bananas , a kilo of tomatoes and a bag of potatoes . ", we should also get a tube of toothpaste and a bar of soap . Let ’ s get a tub of ice cream too . We can treat ourselves . we should also get a tube of toothpaste and a bar of soap . Let ’ s get a tub of ice cream too . We can treat ourselves . , ok . We should get a few tins of tuna . Anything else ? ok . We should get a few tins of tuna . Anything else ? , I ’ d like a few cans of coke . We also need a dozen eggs and half a dozen sausages . I ’ d like a few cans of coke . We also need a dozen eggs and half a dozen sausages . , let ’ s get a chunk of cheese too . Is that everything . let ’ s get a chunk of cheese too . Is that everything . ," I think so . I ’ Ve got the shopping list , so let ’ s go . " Ouch ! The water's too hot ! ," Get in slowly , sweetie . You'll get used to it . I'm gonna go and make you some chicken soup . " " Get in slowly , sweetie . You'll get used to it . I'm gonna go and make you some chicken soup . "," I'm not hungry , Mom . " " I'm not hungry , Mom . "," I know you don't have an appetite , but you need to eat something . You'll get too weak if you don't eat . " " I know you don't have an appetite , but you need to eat something . You'll get too weak if you don't eat . ", Oh ... I'm sweating already . It's so hot . I can feel it boiling ! Can I get out yet ? Oh ... I'm sweating already . It's so hot . I can feel it boiling ! Can I get out yet ? ," That's a good sign . But just soak a little longer , OK ? " I want to say ... , Say it ! What is it ? Say it ! What is it ? , That I can't go on any longer without you . That I can't go on any longer without you . , You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this . You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this . ," Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight . " " Nancy , I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight . ", Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it . Too sudden ! I'm not ready for it . , Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments . Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments . , Stop it . No more of that talk . Stop it . No more of that talk . , I really love you . I really love you . ," No , I shall faint . " " No , I shall faint . "," And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes . " " And I hope so . This is what you were meant for . Say you love me , say yes , say yes . ", Yes . Can you get me a taxi ? , We offer various types of transportation . Perhaps you'd like to upgrade to a private vehicle ? We offer various types of transportation . Perhaps you'd like to upgrade to a private vehicle ? ," Thanks , but no thanks . A taxi will do just fine . " " Thanks , but no thanks . A taxi will do just fine . "," In that case , how about a limo ? Then you can travel in style . " " In that case , how about a limo ? Then you can travel in style . "," No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers . " " No , I hate limousines . They're gas guzzlers . "," Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ? " " Got it , sir . Where would you like the taxi to take you ? ", My destination is Rockefeller Center . My destination is Rockefeller Center . , What time do you want to leave the hotel ? What time do you want to leave the hotel ? , As soon as possible . As soon as possible . ," I'll call the taxi immediately , sir . " " I'll call the taxi immediately , sir . "," Okay , I'm coming downstairs now . " " Okay , I'm coming downstairs now . ", A brand new taxi is pulling up now . He dresses in plain clothes and drives an old car . Who would know he is the richest man in town ? , You can't judge a book by its cover . "Doctor , I have the worst toothache ! ", How long have you had this pain ? How long have you had this pain ? ," For about a week or so , but it ’ s gotten really bad in the last couple of days . " " For about a week or so , but it ’ s gotten really bad in the last couple of days . ", Did you do anything that might have aggravated your tooth ? Did you do anything that might have aggravated your tooth ? ," You know , I was eating jawbreakers in the movies the other day , and I accidentally bit down really hard on one . " " You know , I was eating jawbreakers in the movies the other day , and I accidentally bit down really hard on one . ", What kind of toothbrush do you use ? What kind of toothbrush do you use ? , I just use a regular hard bristle toothbrush . I just use a regular hard bristle toothbrush . , Does it bother you when you eat something really cold ? Does it bother you when you eat something really cold ? ," Yes , it definitely bothers me more when I do that . " City Bank . This is Tom . May I help you ? ," Yes , I am expecting some money wired to my account from Taiwan . Would you please check if the money available yet ? " " Yes , I am expecting some money wired to my account from Taiwan . Would you please check if the money available yet ? "," Sure , may I have your name and account number please ? " There's someone coming . , It took them four minutes to get here . That was pretty fast . It took them four minutes to get here . That was pretty fast . ," Yes , it's fast . But four minutes is enough to do fifty thousand dollars damage . " " Yes , it's fast . But four minutes is enough to do fifty thousand dollars damage . ", I guess the fire wasn't in the tool shed after all.It looks like the back of the house was burning . I guess the fire wasn't in the tool shed after all.It looks like the back of the house was burning . , I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ? I wonder if anyone can call the Ridleys about this . Do you know them well ? , Not really . Not really . , Do you know where they're vacationing ? Do you know where they're vacationing ? ," I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure.It ' s a bad thing to return home to.They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned . " " I think they went to Mexico , but I'm not sure.It ' s a bad thing to return home to.They ' ll come home from their trip , and they'll see half their house burned . "," Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt.It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ? " " Yes , but at least this way no one gets hurt.It ' s better to have a fire in your house when you're not home . Don't you think ? "," Yes , I suppose . It's a dangerous thing if a fire starts when people are sleeping . " "Oh , no . It seems that I've lost my train ticket . ", Are you kidding ? The train leaves in an hour . Where did you put it ? Are you kidding ? The train leaves in an hour . Where did you put it ? ," It was in my pocket , but now I can't find it . " " It was in my pocket , but now I can't find it . ", Is it in the other pocket ? Is it in the other pocket ? ," No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket . " " No , it is not here . Damn it ! I'm going to have to buy another ticket . ", Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in . Let's go to the inquiry desk first to check whether anyone has got it and turned it in . , OK . Driving during the rush hours can be a bit of a bind . , Yeah . I think so.You have to be patient and careful . Yeah . I think so.You have to be patient and careful . , So I'd rather walk or run to work . So I'd rather walk or run to work . , You must be joking ! Harry was angry last night . ," That's because he's getting nervous . Anyway , this is the first time he's directed a play . " " That's because he's getting nervous . Anyway , this is the first time he's directed a play . ", But he used to be very relaxed and cheerful . It's not like Harry to do a thing like that . But he used to be very relaxed and cheerful . It's not like Harry to do a thing like that . ," Yes , you're right . Maybe there's any other reason . " Could you say something about your educational background ? , Yes . I graduated from shanghai University and later obtained a master's degree from Oxford . Yes . I graduated from shanghai University and later obtained a master's degree from Oxford . , What was your graduation thesis on ? What was your graduation thesis on ? , My graduation thesis is on International Trade . "Hello , this is Li King . Can I talk to your manager ? "," Sorry , he has just gone out now . Can I take a message for you ? " " Sorry , he has just gone out now . Can I take a message for you ? ", Yes . Would you please kindly tell him I want to apply for a proof-reader in your newspaper ? Yes . Would you please kindly tell him I want to apply for a proof-reader in your newspaper ? ," OK , I got it . " I have a little problem with room 507 . ," Problems are what we're here for , sir . Please tell me your problem . " " Problems are what we're here for , sir . Please tell me your problem . ", This room is filthy with cockroaches . This room is filthy with cockroaches . ," Were you wearing your glasses when you noticed them , sir ? " " Were you wearing your glasses when you noticed them , sir ? "," I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough ! " " I've already seen nine of them and , as they say , eight is enough ! "," Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots . " " Sir , sometimes a fast elevator ride makes our guests see spots . ", You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement ! You are not in a position to question my vision or my statement ! ," I'm very sorry , sir . Will you please hold while I transfer you to my supervisor ? " "Mike , I'm afraid I can't come back home for dinner tonight . ", Not back home for dinner again ? That's the third time this week ! Not back home for dinner again ? That's the third time this week ! , I'm sorry . Our company has just opened . There are always too many things to handle . You know that . I'm sorry . Our company has just opened . There are always too many things to handle . You know that . , You don't have to explain . Suit yourself . You don't have to explain . Suit yourself . , Please forgive me . You have my word . I'll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise . Please forgive me . You have my word . I'll spend some time with you on the weekend . I promise . , We'll see . We'll see . , Thank you for understanding . I promise I'll make it up to you . Hey Jackie . What are you doing ? , Nothing much . I'm just relaxing today . Why ? What's going on ? Nothing much . I'm just relaxing today . Why ? What's going on ? , I was thinking about heading to the mall . Do you want to go ? I was thinking about heading to the mall . Do you want to go ? , Are they having a sale ? Are they having a sale ? , Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on . Yeah . Both Bon and Nordstrom's is having there annual sale . It's a great time to buy some clothes you've been holding out on . , That sounds great . Where should we meet ? That sounds great . Where should we meet ? , I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes . I'll meet you in front of Nordstrom's in 30 minutes . , Sounds good . See you there . Sounds good . See you there . , What do you think about these shoes ? What do you think about these shoes ? , They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ? They're cute . But do you think you'll wear them much ? , No . Not really . No . Not really . , This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design . This sweater is so pretty . I love the low neck design . , I bet it's expensive . I bet it's expensive . , It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ? It's on sale for $ 80 . What do you think ? Should I try it on ? , For 80 bucks it looks great . Go try it on . "Good morning , sir . Can I help you ? "," I'm due to check out tomorrow , but I'd like to extend my stay by two days . " " I'm due to check out tomorrow , but I'd like to extend my stay by two days . ", Could I have your name and room number ? Could I have your name and room number ? , Tom Black in Room 207 . Tom Black in Room 207 . ," Please wait a moment , Mr . Black . I'll have to check the reservation records ... I'm sorry , but we are expecting several tour groups to arrive today . They have booked all the rooms on the 10th floor . " " Please wait a moment , Mr . Black . I'll have to check the reservation records ... I'm sorry , but we are expecting several tour groups to arrive today . They have booked all the rooms on the 10th floor . ", What can be done then ? What can be done then ? ," If you don't mind transferring to another room , we may manage it for you . We usually have cancellations or no-shows . " " If you don't mind transferring to another room , we may manage it for you . We usually have cancellations or no-shows . ", That's quite all right . Thank you . That's quite all right . Thank you . , It's my pleasure . I'm looking for a string of pearls for my wife . ," Yes , sir . What price range do you have in mind ? " " Yes , sir . What price range do you have in mind ? ", I'm not sure . I don't know very much about the price of pearls . I'm not sure . I don't know very much about the price of pearls . , I see . Let me show you some samples of various qualities . This one is very nice . It's three hundred and fifty dollars . I see . Let me show you some samples of various qualities . This one is very nice . It's three hundred and fifty dollars . , Is there a price reduction ? Is there a price reduction ? , We are having a sale now . The price has already gone down . We are having a sale now . The price has already gone down . , How much is that one ? How much is that one ? , It's two hundred and eighty dollars . It's two hundred and eighty dollars . , OK . I'll take it . Thank you . "May I have the menu , please ? "," Oh . I am sorry , here you are . May I suggest our lunch special ? " " Oh . I am sorry , here you are . May I suggest our lunch special ? ", Could I have a few more minutes ? Could I have a few more minutes ? , Of course . I will be here minutes later . "Thank God , it's Friday ! Time for a drink ! Let's hit the bars ! ", OK . I don't mind going bar hopping with an expert like you . OK . I don't mind going bar hopping with an expert like you . , Should we start with beer or wine or go straight to the hard liquor ? Should we start with beer or wine or go straight to the hard liquor ? ," I think I'll have a glass of wine . Let's see ... they have red wine , white wine and port . They even have sangria ! It's the happy hour special . " " I think I'll have a glass of wine . Let's see ... they have red wine , white wine and port . They even have sangria ! It's the happy hour special . "," Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice . " " Port's too sweet . It's a dessert wine . A dry red French wine would be nice with meat . A glass of chilled white German wine would be good with fish . But , we're not eating and it's hot out , so I think I'll have a tall glass of sangria with ice . "," Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ? " " Good choice ! But , what's your favorite kind of hard liquor ? "," I like to stick to the clean stuff , like vodka , gin , white rum and other clear spirits . " Mark ! I was wondering if you finished that presentation you were working on last week ? , Just about . It should be done in the next couple of days . Why ? Just about . It should be done in the next couple of days . Why ? , Mr . Rodriguez was asking me about it yesterday . Mr . Rodriguez was asking me about it yesterday . , I ’ ll give him a call . I heard that Ann had divorced . , I suspect it's unavoidable . I suspect it's unavoidable . , Poor Ann . She did not love her husband at all . Poor Ann . She did not love her husband at all . , Yeah . She married him at her mother's bidding . What a wonderful dinner ! , Thank you . I am glad that you are enjoying it . Thank you . I am glad that you are enjoying it . , Where did you get your fantastic recipes ? Where did you get your fantastic recipes ? , I grew up cooking . My mother shared her recipes with me . I grew up cooking . My mother shared her recipes with me . , I especially like the wonderful chicken dish . I especially like the wonderful chicken dish . , That is a special coconut ginger chicken with rice dish . That is a special coconut ginger chicken with rice dish . , Is that shrimp in the soup ? Is that shrimp in the soup ? ," Yes , do you like it ? I added a little extra lemon grass and some sea vegetables . " " Yes , do you like it ? I added a little extra lemon grass and some sea vegetables . ", I am happy that the wine I brought for you works well with this meal . I am happy that the wine I brought for you works well with this meal . ," Yes , thank you for bringing the wine . It really complements the meal . " The ATM machine outside won't give me back my card . , Let's go take a look at it . Do you have your ID with you ? Let's go take a look at it . Do you have your ID with you ? ," Yes , here it is . " " Yes , here it is . "," Okay , I see the problem . You forgot your code , didn't you ? " " Okay , I see the problem . You forgot your code , didn't you ? ", How did you know ? How did you know ? , The machine gives you three attempts to enter the correct code and after that it assumes that you are not the real owner and confiscates it . The machine gives you three attempts to enter the correct code and after that it assumes that you are not the real owner and confiscates it . , Oh . But can I have my card back now ? Oh . But can I have my card back now ? ," Yes , I can get it for you but I need to go back inside the bank . " I must be going now . , Really ? Can't you stay a little longer ? Really ? Can't you stay a little longer ? ," No , I really must go now.My family are expecting me home soon . " " No , I really must go now.My family are expecting me home soon . ", Be seeing you then ! Be seeing you then ! , See you ! "I don't know if you remember , but with honest every day last year we tided the knot . "," Of course I remember , actually , I am very surprised you remembered , I thought for sure you would forget . " " Of course I remember , actually , I am very surprised you remembered , I thought for sure you would forget . ", How could I ever forget ? I even bought you roses because I love you . How could I ever forget ? I even bought you roses because I love you . ," They are so beautiful . I love them , and I love you too . " " They are so beautiful . I love them , and I love you too . ", You are more beautiful than the roses . You are more beautiful than the roses . ," I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married . " " I don't know how , but I love you more than the day we gotta married . "," Yes , we are match made in heaven . " " Yes , we are match made in heaven . "," I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are . " " I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles , but we survived and here we are . "," Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too . " " Yes , we did , we did have problems , but we shared a lot of happiness too . We countered the problems , and had a lot of happiness too . ", Yes we did . Yes we did . ," I love you , happy anniversary . " " I love you , happy anniversary . "," I love you , happy anniversary . " "So , Monica , what do you feel like doing this afternoon ? "," Actually , I had a perfect plan for this afternoon , but it is totally ruined by the sand storm . I woke up this morning and found it was sunny . So I called Lucy and asked her to go shopping with me . We were going to look for a new purse . Now it turned out to be like this . Neither of us wants to go to outside anymore . " " Actually , I had a perfect plan for this afternoon , but it is totally ruined by the sand storm . I woke up this morning and found it was sunny . So I called Lucy and asked her to go shopping with me . We were going to look for a new purse . Now it turned out to be like this . Neither of us wants to go to outside anymore . ", That ’ s too bad . I hate sand storms too . It can be worse than any kind of bad weather . That ’ s too bad . I hate sand storms too . It can be worse than any kind of bad weather . ," What ’ s wrong with climate ? Anyway , I think the sand storm happens more frequently these days than the years before . Can ’ t people do something to stop it ? " " What ’ s wrong with climate ? Anyway , I think the sand storm happens more frequently these days than the years before . Can ’ t people do something to stop it ? "," It is not an easy job . The government is working on it . Lots of trees have been planted in the north of the capital . Also , methods of generating rain are being used by the government to fight against the drought . But of course , it will not work overnight . So , have you come out with a new plan for today ? " " It is not an easy job . The government is working on it . Lots of trees have been planted in the north of the capital . Also , methods of generating rain are being used by the government to fight against the drought . But of course , it will not work overnight . So , have you come out with a new plan for today ? ", My new plan is to wait for the end of the sand storm and clean my apartment . Let's have a look at the map first . , All right . Wukesong stop is quite a few stops from here . All right . Wukesong stop is quite a few stops from here . , Let's buy some tickets . Let's buy some tickets . , The train is coming . There are a lot of people waiting here . let's stand in a better position to get on the train The train is coming . There are a lot of people waiting here . let's stand in a better position to get on the train ," Well , it's not as crowded as we expected , is it ? " " Well , it's not as crowded as we expected , is it ? "," No , but it will be soon . Look , there're two empty seats over there . Let's get them . " "It's a sunny day , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is . I'm Jennifer . Nice to meet you . " " Yes , it is . I'm Jennifer . Nice to meet you . "," My name is David . Nice to meet you , too . " " My name is David . Nice to meet you , too . ", Are you American ? Are you American ? ," No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ? " " No , I'm a Britisher . Where do you come from ? ", I come from America . Are you a freshman ? I come from America . Are you a freshman ? , Yes . What about you ? Yes . What about you ? ," Me , too . " " Me , too . ", Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends . Great . Maybe we can study and play games together . I think we can be good friends . , Yeah . Anytime . hello ! What are you reading about in the newspaper ? ," hello ! I was exhausted form studying , so I decided to read the newspaper to relax . Unfortunately , the news is so depressing . There has been another murder in the city center . I ’ m shocked that the pole " " hello ! I was exhausted form studying , so I decided to read the newspaper to relax . Unfortunately , the news is so depressing . There has been another murder in the city center . I ’ m shocked that the pole ", people are starting to get frightened by it . Everyone will be relieved when they finally catch the murder . people are starting to get frightened by it . Everyone will be relieved when they finally catch the murder . , you mean if they catch the murderer . I ’ m scared stiff about going into the city center at night . you mean if they catch the murderer . I ’ m scared stiff about going into the city center at night . , there must have been some good news in the newspaper . I can ’ t believe that none of the news stories make you happy or excited . there must have been some good news in the newspaper . I can ’ t believe that none of the news stories make you happy or excited . ," well , there was one good piece of news . You remember the local girl who was dying of a rare blood disease ? " " well , there was one good piece of news . You remember the local girl who was dying of a rare blood disease ? ", yes . Her parents were raising money to have her treated in the united states . yes . Her parents were raising money to have her treated in the united states . ," well , they ’ Ve got the money and she ’ s going tomorrow for treatment . " " well , they ’ Ve got the money and she ’ s going tomorrow for treatment . ", I ’ m so happy for the family ! They must be very relieved and excited about that . I ’ m so happy for the family ! They must be very relieved and excited about that . ," I ’ m sure they are . Oh , and a local man won the lottery . I ’ m so jealous ! I wish it were me ! I buy a lottery ticket every week and I ’ m amazed that I haven ’ t even won a small prize yet . It ’ s so unfair ! " " I ’ m sure they are . Oh , and a local man won the lottery . I ’ m so jealous ! I wish it were me ! I buy a lottery ticket every week and I ’ m amazed that I haven ’ t even won a small prize yet . It ’ s so unfair ! "," don ’ t be moody ! I hope you ’ re not tired , because we ’ Ve been invited to a party this evening . I know how excited you get about parties . " "Come on in.Let me show you the house.Isn ' t it something ? Spacious , bright and clean.And the walls were newly painted.Have you ever seen such a nice house ? ", Not really . Not really . , This is the kitchen.Every - thing's new . This is the kitchen.Every - thing's new . , It's great ! How do you like this waltz ? ," It's very nice , I like it very much . " " It's very nice , I like it very much . "," Well , then , may I invite you for the first dance ? " " Well , then , may I invite you for the first dance ? "," My pleasure . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer , and I suppose you dance often . " " My pleasure . But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer , and I suppose you dance often . "," Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I took up dancing quite recently . " " Me ? Oh , no . In fact , I took up dancing quite recently . "," Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well . " " Oh , really ? But you're doing the waltz wonderfully well . "," I'm glad you say so , you dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got a partner . " " I'm glad you say so , you dance beautifully too . It's lucky that I got a partner . ", Thank you for your compliments.It ' s just that you are a good leader . Do you like the fox-trot and tango ? Thank you for your compliments.It ' s just that you are a good leader . Do you like the fox-trot and tango ? , Yes . And what dances do you do best ? Yes . And what dances do you do best ? ," Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's pent-up feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll and the break dance . " " Disco is my favorite . I like it better than any other dances because it can release one's pent-up feelings , and is a healthy exercise . But I don't do the rock and roll and the break dance . "," Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance . " " Oh , well , the music has stopped . Thank you for the dance . ", My pleasure . Let's go and have a drink . My pleasure . Let's go and have a drink . , Fine . Did you see the information on sales for last year ? The sales review was made at our last board meeting . There's a great news for our shareholders . ," Yeah , I went over the figures this morning . We're finally started making money again ! " " Yeah , I went over the figures this morning . We're finally started making money again ! "," We've never sold this much before , our growth this year has been phenomenal . We have captured 8 % of the market , up from last year by 120 % . Our strategy is working ! " " We've never sold this much before , our growth this year has been phenomenal . We have captured 8 % of the market , up from last year by 120 % . Our strategy is working ! "," not only our annual sales brake a record , but our month by month earnings exceeded our forecast as well . After a two-year slump , we finally back in the black . " " not only our annual sales brake a record , but our month by month earnings exceeded our forecast as well . After a two-year slump , we finally back in the black . ", The company's performance has improved since Wallace became president . He's made our little business into a real lucrative operation . Products are selling like hotcakes . The company's performance has improved since Wallace became president . He's made our little business into a real lucrative operation . Products are selling like hotcakes . ," I think our success is partly because of Wallace's contribution , and partly because of our new marketing strategy . Because of the new advertising campaign , we have become the top sellers in the field . " " I think our success is partly because of Wallace's contribution , and partly because of our new marketing strategy . Because of the new advertising campaign , we have become the top sellers in the field . ", Let's hope this stroke of good luck lasts . I hope we are over our financial difficulties for good . Let's hope this stroke of good luck lasts . I hope we are over our financial difficulties for good . , Let's hope it is ! But what if I don't win what I bid on ? , Then it wasn't meant to be . Some people have put up a hard fight for some items I bid on . But I was the sole bidder for this bag and got it dirt-cheap . Then it wasn't meant to be . Some people have put up a hard fight for some items I bid on . But I was the sole bidder for this bag and got it dirt-cheap . , It seems that you can e-mail the seller and ask questions . It seems that you can e-mail the seller and ask questions . , Sure . I've even e-mailed some people who had bought from the person who sold this bag . Sure . I've even e-mailed some people who had bought from the person who sold this bag . , And people are honest ? And people are honest ? , They said he was an honest and professional businessman . But that's the exciting part . It's kind of like gambling ... "How do you like skiing , Pat ? ", I love it . All my life I wanted to learn to ski . Finally I took lessons last year . I love it . All my life I wanted to learn to ski . Finally I took lessons last year . , I suppose skiing is easy for you . I suppose skiing is easy for you . ," No , quite the opposite . I thought I'd never stop falling down . Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better . " " No , quite the opposite . I thought I'd never stop falling down . Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better . ", I see . Do you ski often ? I see . Do you ski often ? , Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night . Every chance I get . On weekends I ski all day long . Sometimes I even ski at night . , That sounds great . That sounds great . ," Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ? " " Oh , yes . The ski slopes are well lit . It's really nice to ski at night . Why don't you learn to ski ? ", Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg Not on your life ! I know I'd break my leg , Don't be so frightened . It's just a skill . I ’ m interested in teaching at your school . , Great . Are you a qualified teacher ? Great . Are you a qualified teacher ? , Yes . Yes . , What kind of teaching certificate do you have ? What kind of teaching certificate do you have ? , I have a TEFL certificate . I have a TEFL certificate . , How many years of experience do you have ? How many years of experience do you have ? , I have three years of teaching ESL and four years of teaching per-school children . I have three years of teaching ESL and four years of teaching per-school children . , When did you get your TEFL certificate ? When did you get your TEFL certificate ? , I got my TEFL certificate three years ago . I got my TEFL certificate three years ago . , Why do you want to teach at our school ? Why do you want to teach at our school ? ," Well , I ’ Ve heard many good things about it . I also like teaching young children . " " Well , I ’ Ve heard many good things about it . I also like teaching young children . ", That ’ s great . Can you speak Chinese ? That ’ s great . Can you speak Chinese ? ," Yes , just a little . " " Yes , just a little . ", Can you come in for an interview tomorrow at 10:00 ? Can you come in for an interview tomorrow at 10:00 ? , I sure can . I sure can . , Great . See you then . "Hi , I was wondering how I'd go about getting a credit card . "," Certainly , Sir . You do have a Current Account with us right ? " " Certainly , Sir . You do have a Current Account with us right ? "," Oh , no , I'm afraid I don't . Is that necessary ? " " Oh , no , I'm afraid I don't . Is that necessary ? "," Yes , Sir . In order to get a credit card with us , you'll need to open a Current Account here . Could you please fill out this form with your relevant details ? " " Yes , Sir . In order to get a credit card with us , you'll need to open a Current Account here . Could you please fill out this form with your relevant details ? ", That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ? That's done . Do you need to see any credentials ? ," Yes , a passport will be fine . " " Yes , a passport will be fine . ", I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up . I don't have my passport on me at the moment . I'll just pop back to my office and pick it up . ," That's fine , Sir . We'll see you again a little later . " What are you worrying about ? , I am worrying about my husband . I am worrying about my husband . , Where is he ? Is he in danger ? Where is he ? Is he in danger ? ," You know , he is a taxi driver . He has to have his eyes peeled all the time when he drives , especially during the rush hour . " Are there any special unemployment forms I need to fill out ? , You need to get a special application form . You need to get a special application form . , Do you know where I can find the application form ? Do you know where I can find the application form ? , You can go to the Employment Development Office and pick it up . You can go to the Employment Development Office and pick it up . , What records will I have to show to apply for unemployment benefits ? What records will I have to show to apply for unemployment benefits ? , They will need a record showing who you worked for and when you worked for them . They will need a record showing who you worked for and when you worked for them . , Is there anything else I will need to provide ? Is there anything else I will need to provide ? , Be prepared to show a written notice of your termination as proof . Be prepared to show a written notice of your termination as proof . , Do I need to do anything else after I turn in the application ? Do I need to do anything else after I turn in the application ? ," You will receive a notice for a phone interview , which will continue the process . " Some of them seem to be of the latest style . Now I ’ Ve a feeling that we can do a lot of trade in this line . We wish to establish relations with you . , Your desire coincides with ours . Your desire coincides with ours . ," Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to Bank of Hong Kong , or to our local Chamber of Commerce or inquiry agencies . " " Concerning our financial position , credit standing and trade reputation , you may refer to Bank of Hong Kong , or to our local Chamber of Commerce or inquiry agencies . "," Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit . Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us . " " Thank you for your information . As you know , our corporation is a state-operated one . We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mu - dual benefit . Establishing business relations between us will be to our mutual benefit . I have no doubt that it will bring about closer ties between us . "," That sounds interesting . I ’ ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ’ ll make a specific inquiry . " " That sounds interesting . I ’ ll send a fax home . As soon as I receive a definite answer , I ’ ll make a specific inquiry . ", We ’ ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us . We ’ ll then make an offer as soon as possible . I hope a lot of business will be conducted between us . , So do I . "Ladies and gentlemen , we are heading towards the first spot of our trip-the Louvre . ", Wonderful . That's a place famous for its arts . Wonderful . That's a place famous for its arts . , Yes . There are so many famous paintings on show . I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip . Yes . There are so many famous paintings on show . I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip . ," Surely it will be . By the way , when will we get there ? " " Surely it will be . By the way , when will we get there ? ", Half an hours later . "I ’ m interested in all kinds of your products , but this time I would like to order some fireworks and mosquito coil incense . Please quote us C . I . F . Rangoon . ", Please let us know the quantity required so that we can work out the premium and freight charges . Please let us know the quantity required so that we can work out the premium and freight charges . ," I ’ m going to place a trial order for 1,000 units of a dozen fireworks and 500 cartons of mosquito coil incense . " " I ’ m going to place a trial order for 1,000 units of a dozen fireworks and 500 cartons of mosquito coil incense . ", All right . Here are our F . O . B . price lists . All the prices are subject to our final confirmation . All right . Here are our F . O . B . price lists . All the prices are subject to our final confirmation . , Your price is reasonable but I wonder if you would give us a discount . You know for the products like yours we usually get 2 % or 3 % discount from European suppliers . Your price is reasonable but I wonder if you would give us a discount . You know for the products like yours we usually get 2 % or 3 % discount from European suppliers . , We usually offer on a net basis only . Many of our clients have been doing very well on this quoted price . We usually offer on a net basis only . Many of our clients have been doing very well on this quoted price . , Discounts will more or less encourage us to make every effort to push sales of your products . Discounts will more or less encourage us to make every effort to push sales of your products . ," The quantity you ordered is much smaller than those of others . If you can manage to boost it a bit , we ’ ll consider giving you a better discount . " " The quantity you ordered is much smaller than those of others . If you can manage to boost it a bit , we ’ ll consider giving you a better discount . "," As far as a trial order is concerned , the quantity is by no means small . And generally speaking , we like to profit from a trial order . I hope you ’ ll be able to meet our requirements . " " As far as a trial order is concerned , the quantity is by no means small . And generally speaking , we like to profit from a trial order . I hope you ’ ll be able to meet our requirements . "," Well , as this is the first deal between us , we agree to give you an one-percent discount as a special encouragement . " " Well , as this is the first deal between us , we agree to give you an one-percent discount as a special encouragement . ", 1 % ? That ’ s too low a rate . Could you see your way to increase it to 2 % ? . 1 % ? That ’ s too low a rate . Could you see your way to increase it to 2 % ? . ," I ’ m afraid we have really made a great concession , and could not go any further . " " I ’ m afraid we have really made a great concession , and could not go any further . ", It seems this is the only proposal for me to accept . I ’ ll come again tomorrow to discuss it in detail . It seems this is the only proposal for me to accept . I ’ ll come again tomorrow to discuss it in detail . , All right . See you tomorrow . What's the price for that suit ? , It's $ 160 . It's $ 160 . ," Well , I like everything about it except the price . " " Well , I like everything about it except the price . "," Sorry , sir , we are having a sale now . " I made an appointment for a perm at 3 o'clock . ," Oh , yes , Mrs.Saxton . Please take a seat here . " " Oh , yes , Mrs.Saxton . Please take a seat here . ", Thank you . Thank you . , Would you like a shampoo first ? Would you like a shampoo first ? ," Yes , with the LUX dandruff shampoo . It helps a lot to get rid of my dandruff . " " Yes , with the LUX dandruff shampoo . It helps a lot to get rid of my dandruff . ", Yeah . A lot of my customers love it . ( after shampooing ) Do you want a permanent wave or a cold wave ? Yeah . A lot of my customers love it . ( after shampooing ) Do you want a permanent wave or a cold wave ? ," I'd like a permanent wave . By the way , do you have any picture of the latest hairstyle ? I ' Ve been in this style for so long that I want a change this time . " " I'd like a permanent wave . By the way , do you have any picture of the latest hairstyle ? I ' Ve been in this style for so long that I want a change this time . ", Sure . We just got some . They're upto-date . Sure . We just got some . They're upto-date . , I prefer this kind of style . Can you make it for me ? I prefer this kind of style . Can you make it for me ? , No problem . I would like to have this laundry done . , Please fill out the form first . Please fill out the form first . ," OK . By the way , I would like to have this sweater washed by hand in cold water . It might shrink otherwise . " " OK . By the way , I would like to have this sweater washed by hand in cold water . It might shrink otherwise . ", By hand in cold water . Got it . What channel did you watch last night ? , Channel 24.It shows some cable networks and no commercial interruptions . Channel 24.It shows some cable networks and no commercial interruptions . , You did ? How do you like the fashion show ? You did ? How do you like the fashion show ? , It was very good . I followed it right to the end . Do you offer a course in business management ? ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . ", How many nights a week is it ? How many nights a week is it ? ," It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday . " " It's 3 nights a week , Monday , Tuesday and Thursday . ", And how long does the course last ? And how long does the course last ? , It lasts for 9 months . It lasts for 9 months . , When does it start ? When does it start ? , The next beginning class starts on October 25th . The next beginning class starts on October 25th . , What time is the class ? What time is the class ? , From 7 to 9 o'clock . From 7 to 9 o'clock . , How much does it cost ? How much does it cost ? , It costs 125 dollars a month . It costs 125 dollars a month . ," Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course . " " Yes , that's all right . I want to enroll in the course . "," Thank you , please fill out this form for us . " " Thank you , please fill out this form for us . ", Do you want me to fill it out now ? Do you want me to fill it out now ? ," Yes , please.we need a record of you education and your work experiences . " I hear you bought a new house in the northern suburbs . ," That ’ s right , we bought it the same day we came on the market . " " That ’ s right , we bought it the same day we came on the market . ", What kind of house is it ? What kind of house is it ? , It ’ s a wonderful Spanish style . It ’ s a wonderful Spanish style . ," Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses . " " Oh , I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses . ", And it ’ s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price . And it ’ s a bargaining . A house like this in river side costs double the price . ," Great , is it a two bedroom house ? " " Great , is it a two bedroom house ? "," No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ’ s a two-car garage . " " No , it has three bedrooms and three beds , and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling . There ’ s a two-car garage . ", That ’ s a nice area too . It ’ ll be a good investment for you . That ’ s a nice area too . It ’ ll be a good investment for you . ," Yeas , when will you buy a house ? " " Yeas , when will you buy a house ? "," Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding . " " Not untill the end of this year , you know , just before my wedding . "," Right , congratulations . " " Right , congratulations . ", Thank you . We're interested in your Drawn Works . What about the supply position ? ," For most of the articles in the catalog , we have good supply . " " For most of the articles in the catalog , we have good supply . "," Here's our inquiry list . You'll find the required items , specifications and quantities all there . " " Here's our inquiry list . You'll find the required items , specifications and quantities all there . ", Thanks . I'll look into it and let you have our firm offers tomorrow . Thanks . I'll look into it and let you have our firm offers tomorrow . , I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive . I don't need to remind you that the market has become very competitive . , You'll find our prices very favorable . You'll find our prices very favorable . ," That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ? " " That's fine . By the way , do you quote FOB or CIF ? "," Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis . " " Either can be done , though we usually quote on CIF basis . ", Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ? Then would you please make your prices CIF including five percent ? , Certainly . We can work them out for you . "Daddy , are you going to the park with us this weekend ? "," Honey , I have a lot of work to do . " " Honey , I have a lot of work to do . "," So you can't go with us , right ? " " So you can't go with us , right ? ", No . No . ," Daddy , you always arrange your schedule so tight on weekdays . You should have a rest on weekends . " " Daddy , you always arrange your schedule so tight on weekdays . You should have a rest on weekends . ", What park do you want to go to ? What park do you want to go to ? , Daniel wants to go to the aquarium . While Mom wants to visit the Summer Palace . Daniel wants to go to the aquarium . While Mom wants to visit the Summer Palace . , Haven't we been these places already ? Haven't we been these places already ? ," Yeah . I don't agree with them , but I don't have a better choice . " " Yeah . I don't agree with them , but I don't have a better choice . ", What about the Olympic park ? What about the Olympic park ? ," Right , ah . It is so close to our home . How come we've never thought of that ? " " Right , ah . It is so close to our home . How come we've never thought of that ? ", The Olympic Park has a small forest . It is fit for picnic . The Olympic Park has a small forest . It is fit for picnic . ," Very well , Go ahead . " "Mr.Ben , What do you think of the book ? ", It's an excellent one . I like it very much . It's an excellent one . I like it very much . , Why ? Why ? , It includes a lot of useful words and phrases . It includes a lot of useful words and phrases . , I agree with you . I need help in ordering my office supplies . , You can print out a copy of the Order Supply Form from our company web site and turn in into me . What will you be needing ? You can print out a copy of the Order Supply Form from our company web site and turn in into me . What will you be needing ? ," I need ink cartridges , staples , and Post-its . " " I need ink cartridges , staples , and Post-its . ", Will you need all of them right away or can some wait ? Will you need all of them right away or can some wait ? , Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away . Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away . , You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ? You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for . Do you know what your budget is ? , We have plenty of money for office supplies . We have plenty of money for office supplies . , You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ? You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building . Which would you prefer ? , I want to pick them up . I want to pick them up . ," Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day ! " " Well , just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in . Have a good day ! ", You too ! Am I ever hungry ? When will supper be ready ? , It's almost ready . Can you set the table ? It's almost ready . Can you set the table ? , All right . All right . , Want to taste this dish ? Want to taste this dish ? ," Yeah . Oh , it's delicious ! " " Yeah . Oh , it's delicious ! ", Really ? Really ? ," Definitely . It's a wonderful meal . Thank you , Honey . " " Definitely . It's a wonderful meal . Thank you , Honey . "," If you like to help me do the dishes , I'll be more dreadful . " " If you like to help me do the dishes , I'll be more dreadful . "," I wish I could , but I won't . " "Would you please take a seat over there , madam ? I ’ ll let Mr . Emory know that you ’ re here . ", Thanks . I can wait here . Thanks . I can wait here . ," Well , it may take some time . Mr . Emory ’ s at a meeting at the moment . It would probably be more comfortable over there . " " Well , it may take some time . Mr . Emory ’ s at a meeting at the moment . It would probably be more comfortable over there . "," I see . All right , then . Thanks . " "John , could you come to my office ? I need to talk to you . ", Sure . I'll be there as soon as I finish this document . Sure . I'll be there as soon as I finish this document . , No . Come here right now . No . Come here right now . , OK . OK . , What's the matter ? What's the matter ? ," I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John . " " I'm sorry to say that we have to let you go , John . ", Why ? I work very hard . Why ? I work very hard . ," Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees . " " Well , you're working very hard but not efficiently . And you don't work well with other employees . "," Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them . " " Well , some of those other guys are not the same kind I'd like to communicate with , but if that's important to you . I'll try to get along with them . ", I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go . I'm afraid it's too late . We are downsizing our workforce and you'll have to go . , It's unfair . It's unfair . ," We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign . " " We can give you the option of residing rather than being fired , because it will look better on your resume when you apply for another job if you resign . ", OK . I need to think about that for a while . OK . I need to think about that for a while . ," All right , but let me know your decision before the end of the day . " Would you please recommend a diamond for me ? , OK . How about this diamond necklace ? OK . How about this diamond necklace ? , I prefer a diamond mounted in a ring . I prefer a diamond mounted in a ring . , Then . I'm sure you will like this one . Then . I'm sure you will like this one . , Do you guarantee its quality ? Do you guarantee its quality ? ," Sure . This is the warranty . The cut , color , clarity , weight and the manufacturer of the diamond are all indicated in this document . " Chinese tea is famous all over the world . I want to buy several boxes . , There are various kinds of tea in China . It depends on the taste and effect . There are various kinds of tea in China . It depends on the taste and effect . ," Well , I do not know Chinese tea at all . " " Well , I do not know Chinese tea at all . "," This is green tea , you can drink it in summer . It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs . " " This is green tea , you can drink it in summer . It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs . ", Sounds interesting . What about this ? Sounds interesting . What about this ? ," It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion . " " It is black tea , it has a strong taste and promotes digestion . ", What's this ? It smells fragrant . What's this ? It smells fragrant . , It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste . It is jasmine tea of high quality . It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste . , I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend . I will take the jasmine tea . Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon ? It is a gift for my friend . , No problem . Wait for a moment . "Welcome to NO Bank . It's Mr Zu , isn't it ? "," Ah , Jenny ! You remember me , what a good memory you have . " " Ah , Jenny ! You remember me , what a good memory you have . ", How's Mrs Zu doing these days ? How's Mrs Zu doing these days ? ," She's fine , thanks . Actually , she's the reason I'm here . It's our Wedding Anniversary in 2 weeks and I want to get her something special . She's been nagging me about our furniture , you see . " " She's fine , thanks . Actually , she's the reason I'm here . It's our Wedding Anniversary in 2 weeks and I want to get her something special . She's been nagging me about our furniture , you see . "," Can I give you some advice on a loan , or ... " " Can I give you some advice on a loan , or ... "," I would like to cash my undue Large-Amount Deposit Certificate , please . " " I would like to cash my undue Large-Amount Deposit Certificate , please . "," Are you absolutely sure , Mr Zu ? You know , you will lose interest if you do . " " Are you absolutely sure , Mr Zu ? You know , you will lose interest if you do . "," Yes , I know . But it can't be helped . It's been a pretty slow month and I just don't have enough cash to refurnish the whole house . " " Yes , I know . But it can't be helped . It's been a pretty slow month and I just don't have enough cash to refurnish the whole house . "," Let me run through a couple of other options with you . That way , you can make a more informed decision . " Do you want to settle the bill now ? , Yes . Do you accept traveler's checks ? Yes . Do you accept traveler's checks ? ," Yes , we do . " " Yes , we do . ", Very good . Very good . , Do you have any identification ? Do you have any identification ? ," Yes , I have my driver's license . " " Yes , I have my driver's license . ", Fine . "Mrs . Miller , you are an old friend of ours . In order to encourage future business and as a gesture of friendship , we are prepared to cut our price by 5 % . Will that satisfy you ? ", That's great . Thank you for making this concession . I accept . That's great . Thank you for making this concession . I accept . ," Now I repeat , 5,000 transistor sets , specifications as shown in our catalogue at $ 20 each C . I . F . Los Angeles . " " Now I repeat , 5,000 transistor sets , specifications as shown in our catalogue at $ 20 each C . I . F . Los Angeles . "," Good . Now that the price is decided on , we can discuss the packaging . " " Good . Now that the price is decided on , we can discuss the packaging . "," As to packaging , we'll pack them two dozens to one carton , gross weight about 25 kilos a carton . " " As to packaging , we'll pack them two dozens to one carton , gross weight about 25 kilos a carton . ", Carton ? Carton ? ," Yes , corrugated cardboard boxes . " Why use wooden cases ? , I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for ocean transportation . I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for ocean transportation . ," Cartons are comparatively light , and there fore easy to handle . They'll not be stowed away with the heavy cargo . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with metal straps . " " Cartons are comparatively light , and there fore easy to handle . They'll not be stowed away with the heavy cargo . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with metal straps . "," All right . Carton or no carton , the packaging must be waterproof as well as strong enough to stand shock and rough handling . " " All right . Carton or no carton , the packaging must be waterproof as well as strong enough to stand shock and rough handling . "," You needn't worry about that . Cartons are extensively used in our shipments to foreign countries and there have never been complaints from our clients . Now , as regards payment , we have agreed to use dollars , am I right ? " " You needn't worry about that . Cartons are extensively used in our shipments to foreign countries and there have never been complaints from our clients . Now , as regards payment , we have agreed to use dollars , am I right ? "," That's right . As soon as I get home , I'll see about the opening of the letter of credit . " " That's right . As soon as I get home , I'll see about the opening of the letter of credit . "," Please open the letter of credit 15 to 30 days before the date of delivery so that we'll have enough time to make all the necessary arrangements . Another thing , the L / C should be valid until the 15th day after shipment . " " Please open the letter of credit 15 to 30 days before the date of delivery so that we'll have enough time to make all the necessary arrangements . Another thing , the L / C should be valid until the 15th day after shipment . ", No problem . That can be done . I understand you'll ship the goods before the end of May ? No problem . That can be done . I understand you'll ship the goods before the end of May ? ," Right . We'll ship the goods according to the agreed time schedule . Last , but not least , the inspection is to be carried out by Houston Commodities Inspection Bureau , which is final and binding on both parties . " " Right . We'll ship the goods according to the agreed time schedule . Last , but not least , the inspection is to be carried out by Houston Commodities Inspection Bureau , which is final and binding on both parties . "," Yes , we agreed to that . We have great confidence in your inspection institution . Through years of dealing with you , we've convinced of your commercial integrity . " " Yes , we agreed to that . We have great confidence in your inspection institution . Through years of dealing with you , we've convinced of your commercial integrity . "," Thank you . You can rest assured that we'll do everything possible to prevent de festive commodities from going abroad . However , if there should be any disputes , we wish to have them settled through friendly discussions . " " Thank you . You can rest assured that we'll do everything possible to prevent de festive commodities from going abroad . However , if there should be any disputes , we wish to have them settled through friendly discussions . ", Exactly . That's what we have done in the past . Exactly . That's what we have done in the past . ," Well , it seems we have covered everything . We'll have the contract ready in a couple of days . " " Well , it seems we have covered everything . We'll have the contract ready in a couple of days . "," Can you speed it up and let me have it today ? I'm leaving tomorrow . I've been here for almost a month now , you see . My corporation is urging me to return . I've booked the ticket for tomorrow afternoon's flight at 3 . " " Can you speed it up and let me have it today ? I'm leaving tomorrow . I've been here for almost a month now , you see . My corporation is urging me to return . I've booked the ticket for tomorrow afternoon's flight at 3 . "," Let me see . If we can't get the contract ready by then , we'll send it to you by airmail for your signature . " " Let me see . If we can't get the contract ready by then , we'll send it to you by airmail for your signature . ", That's fine too . "What would you like to order , sir ? ", I'd like to try some Chinese food . I'd like to try some Chinese food . , We serve different styles of Chinese food here . But I'm not sure which one do you prefer . We serve different styles of Chinese food here . But I'm not sure which one do you prefer . , I have no idea . Could you recommend some to me ? I have no idea . Could you recommend some to me ? ," Well . Cantonese food is rather light , Beijing food is heavy , and Sichuan food is usually hot and spicy . " " Well . Cantonese food is rather light , Beijing food is heavy , and Sichuan food is usually hot and spicy . "," Oh , I see . I'd like to have hot food . " " Oh , I see . I'd like to have hot food . "," If so , I suggest you have a taste for Sichuan food . Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot , but they have different tastes . " " If so , I suggest you have a taste for Sichuan food . Most Sichuan dishes are spicy and hot , but they have different tastes . ", Really ? So do you have some specialties ? Really ? So do you have some specialties ? , Yes . Roasted Crispy Chicken and Spicy Beef are our specialties . Yes . Roasted Crispy Chicken and Spicy Beef are our specialties . , All right . I'll have them . Front Desk . What can I do for you ? , This is Room 320 . Can I have a morning call tomorrow ? This is Room 320 . Can I have a morning call tomorrow ? , What time do you want us to wake you up ? What time do you want us to wake you up ? ," Seven , please . " " Seven , please . ", OK . I've set it up for you . OK . I've set it up for you . , Thank you . What do you know about Julia Roberts ? , Her acting is OK . Her acting is OK . , I mean her personality . I mean her personality . ," I'm afraid I know less than you do.Tell me more about her , will you ? " "OK , Mr . Wang . Thank you very much for coming to the airport to see us off . Your great country and your hospitality have left a very deep impression on all of us and your working attitude and your way of doing business have changed my opinions about Chinese people . ", Really ? I'm glad to hear that . Really ? I'm glad to hear that . , That's true . And this trip has been a very productive one for us . That's true . And this trip has been a very productive one for us . , Thank you again for your visit . We are looking forward to your reply . Thank you again for your visit . We are looking forward to your reply . ," Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction . " " Believe me , Mr . Wang . I'll do my best to promote the transaction . ", We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other . We are happy that we have established business relations . I really hope that we'll have more business to do and more opportunities to meet each other . , It ’ s very kind of you to say so . It ’ s very kind of you to say so . , You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again . You are very nice and helpful . Hope to see you again . , I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future . I think we will have opportunities to meet each other in the future . ," OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately . " " OK , I think it's time for you to check in . If you run into any difficulty , we'll be here to assist you immediately . ", Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye . Fine . Thank you very much . Bye-bye . , Goodbye . Excuse me . May I see Mrs . Smith ? , It's me . What can I do for you ? It's me . What can I do for you ? ," Nice to meet you , Mrs . Smith . I'm coming here for an interview by appointment . " " Nice to meet you , Mrs . Smith . I'm coming here for an interview by appointment . ", Are you Mr . Wu ? Are you Mr . Wu ? ," Yes , I am . " " Yes , I am . "," Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ? " " Nice to meet you , too . Did you have any difficulty finding our company ? "," Not really , I am familiar with this area . " "Well , this apartment is really a must-see . Will you come with me to look at it this weekend ? "," Sure . And if you rent it , maybe I can help you find a roommate too . " " Sure . And if you rent it , maybe I can help you find a roommate too . ", Great ! Do you know someone else who is also looking for an apartment ? Great ! Do you know someone else who is also looking for an apartment ? ," Yes , my friend Steve . I'll introduce you . " We thought you might like to participate in our rehearsal . , I ’ m afraid I ’ m already booked up for next Sunday . But thank you just the same . I ’ m afraid I ’ m already booked up for next Sunday . But thank you just the same . , That ’ s a pity . We can arrange another time hopefully . "Welcome , young man . No offence , but I haven't seen you here before . "," Of course , this is my first time here . My Mom has a membership here . Here is the card . " " Of course , this is my first time here . My Mom has a membership here . Here is the card . ", Okay then . You are the younger customer here ever . Okay then . You are the younger customer here ever . , It's not so wise that you do not explore the children's market . It's not so wise that you do not explore the children's market . ," It's the marketing's fault , I suppose.What do you want to do ? " " It's the marketing's fault , I suppose.What do you want to do ? "," Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ? " " Well , I want to become just like Bruce Lee . What should I do ? "," That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up . " " That's a long way to go , I'm afraid . First of all , you gotta grow up . ", I am still young . And I'm growing every minute . I am still young . And I'm growing every minute . , Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope . Sure . Then what about trying the treadmill or the skipping rope . , I love running . Anything else ? I love running . Anything else ? , Please change your clothes first ! Please change your clothes first ! , I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me . I'm perfect with my clothes . And I do not have anything else with me . ," Sorry , but no jeans here . " " Sorry , but no jeans here . "," Oh , that's the only place where jeans are not popular . I'd better just go home . " "How are the children doing in your class , Jane ? ", They ’ re all doing fine . Let me show you some of their pictures . They ’ re all doing fine . Let me show you some of their pictures . , Which child is this ? Which child is this ? , That ’ s Charles . That ’ s Charles . , What a large child ! What a large child ! , All my children are large . All my children are large . , And which child is this ? And which child is this ? , That ’ s James . That ’ s James . , What an agile child ! What an agile child ! , All my children are agile . All my children are agile . , Now which child is this ? Now which child is this ? , That ’ s Joanna . Joanna hopes to go to college . That ’ s Joanna . Joanna hopes to go to college . , Mm . All my children hope to go to college . Right ? Excuse me . Would you tell me where The People's Park is ? ," The People's Park is located on Nanjing Road , near Limbo road , just on the opposite side of the International Hotel . " " The People's Park is located on Nanjing Road , near Limbo road , just on the opposite side of the International Hotel . ", How long will it take me to get there ? How long will it take me to get there ? , Only about twenty minutes . Only about twenty minutes . ," I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ? " " I'm not going in the wrong direction , am I ? "," No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please . " " No , you aren't . Just go ahead , please . ", May I take a bus to get there ? May I take a bus to get there ? , You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there . You can take the No . 22 trolley bus to get there . , OK . Thank you a lot . "Hi , Monica , how is everything going ? "," Everything goes well , but I am thinking about quitting my current job . " " Everything goes well , but I am thinking about quitting my current job . ", Why ? You ’ re not satisfied anymore ? Why ? You ’ re not satisfied anymore ? ," I just sense . But I cannot grow anymore . My boss is not really supporting me . I am interested in some positions in other JV companies , but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out . " " I just sense . But I cannot grow anymore . My boss is not really supporting me . I am interested in some positions in other JV companies , but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out . ", That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application . That is important . Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application . ," Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later . " " Certainly , it is very nice talking with you . But I really have to go now . Catch you later . "," Ok , good luck to you . " "Good afternoon , sir.What Can I do for you ? ", Well . I can't find my key now . I think I have lost it . Well . I can't find my key now . I think I have lost it . , Really ? Have you left it in your room ? Really ? Have you left it in your room ? , I don't think so . I took it with me when I went out this morning . I don't think so . I took it with me when I went out this morning . ," Well , in that case , you have to pay for it . Please fill out the form first . " "Are you being served , Sir ? "," No , not yet . I just want to hair cut . " " No , not yet . I just want to hair cut . "," Would you sit here , please ? How would you like it cut ? " " Would you sit here , please ? How would you like it cut ? ", I want it short . I want it short . ," What , your short already , sir . " " What , your short already , sir . ", I mean very short . shorter than it ’ s now . I mean very short . shorter than it ’ s now . , Should I just trim it ? Should I just trim it ? ," No . you can cut quite a bit off , I like it to be very short all over . You see what I mean . " " No . you can cut quite a bit off , I like it to be very short all over . You see what I mean . "," Oh , I see . You like Chinese style , don ’ t you ? " " Oh , I see . You like Chinese style , don ’ t you ? ", Yes . And Chinese style . Yes . And Chinese style . ," Would you like to have some shampoo , sir ? " " Would you like to have some shampoo , sir ? "," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", How about oil or spray ? How about oil or spray ? ," No , Nothing will be kind . " " No , Nothing will be kind . "," There , how ’ s that ? " " There , how ’ s that ? ", That ’ s very good . "Welcome back , soccer fans . My name is Rick Fields and , as always , I am joined by my commentating wingman , Bob Copeland . "," And we ’ re on the brink of soccer history today , as Ecuador and Brazil are tied one-one as we begin the second half of the 2022 World Cup ! " " And we ’ re on the brink of soccer history today , as Ecuador and Brazil are tied one-one as we begin the second half of the 2022 World Cup ! "," The ref calls the players for the kick off , and here we go ! Ecuador quickly passes the ball to the midfield , but , oath , it ’ s out of bounds . " " The ref calls the players for the kick off , and here we go ! Ecuador quickly passes the ball to the midfield , but , oath , it ’ s out of bounds . "," That will be a throw in for Brazil . Adriano has the ball and makes a long pass to Robin , and the ref has called him offside . " " That will be a throw in for Brazil . Adriano has the ball and makes a long pass to Robin , and the ref has called him offside . "," No question about it . He was offside by a mile ! We have a goal kick for Ecuador . Edison Mendez heads it to Valencia , he shoots ! Deflected by the defender and we have a corner kick . " " No question about it . He was offside by a mile ! We have a goal kick for Ecuador . Edison Mendez heads it to Valencia , he shoots ! Deflected by the defender and we have a corner kick . "," Delgado takes the corner . We have a foul ! Oh no , Did , the goalkeeper , has fouled the Ecuadorian player ! He gets a yellow card and that will be a penalty kick ! " " Delgado takes the corner . We have a foul ! Oh no , Did , the goalkeeper , has fouled the Ecuadorian player ! He gets a yellow card and that will be a penalty kick ! ", This is the perfect opportunity for Ecuador to get ahead in this match and become World Champions ! He gets ready for the kick . He shoots ! and he ... "Excuse me , can I have an earphone please ? "," Sure , but you have to pay $ 3 for it . " " Sure , but you have to pay $ 3 for it . ", OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . ," Well , ou can't hear music until takeoff . " " Well , ou can't hear music until takeoff . ", I see . Thank you . "Miss , would you like to try this free sample of our new suntan cream ? "," Sure , why not ? " " Sure , why not ? ", This is a new product of company this year . It's oil-free . This is a new product of company this year . It's oil-free . , I see . It feels very light on the skin . I see . It feels very light on the skin . , It gives your skin a very natural healthy look . It gives your skin a very natural healthy look . ," I like the cool smell , too . " I would like to place an order . ," Alright , Ma'am . What items would you like to order today ? " " Alright , Ma'am . What items would you like to order today ? "," I have your catalog here . Do you want me to tell you the item numbers , or the names ? " " I have your catalog here . Do you want me to tell you the item numbers , or the names ? "," You may tell me both , Ma'am . " " You may tell me both , Ma'am . ", Alright . I want to order the satin sheets on page 28 . Alright . I want to order the satin sheets on page 28 . , The Merriman satin sheets ? The Merriman satin sheets ? ," Yes , that's right . " " Yes , that's right . ", And what size would you like ? And what size would you like ? , I need one full set of sheets in King-size . I need one full set of sheets in King-size . ," Alright , Ma'am . And what color did you want ? " " Alright , Ma'am . And what color did you want ? "," Ivory , please " " Ivory , please "," So that is product number MS2119 , Size " " So that is product number MS2119 , Size "," Yes , I think so . Can I ask you something ? " " Yes , I think so . Can I ask you something ? ", Certainly . Certainly . , I'm a foreigner here . My English isn't perfect . Can you tell me what satin is ? I'm a foreigner here . My English isn't perfect . Can you tell me what satin is ? ," Satin is like silk , Ma'am . It feels like silk . But it's a different material . " " Satin is like silk , Ma'am . It feels like silk . But it's a different material . ", I see . That's what I thought . I see . That's what I thought . , Anything else today ? Anything else today ? ," No , I just need the sheets . " " No , I just need the sheets . "," Alright . With shipping charges , your total will be 68 dollars . Will you be paying with credit ? " " Alright . With shipping charges , your total will be 68 dollars . Will you be paying with credit ? ", Yes . Yes . ," Visa , Master Card , or American Express ? " " Visa , Master Card , or American Express ? ", Visa . Visa . , Card number ? Card number ? , 8825 1127 4235 9869 . 8825 1127 4235 9869 . , Expiration date ? Expiration date ? ," July , 2006 . " " July , 2006 . "," All right , Ma'am . I will run that charge for you . And then I will get your address in a moment " " All right , Ma'am . I will run that charge for you . And then I will get your address in a moment ", Thank you . Don ’ t do that again . You are riding the tiger . , No problem . I can deal with it well . No problem . I can deal with it well . , You will ask for it . You will ask for it . ," All is best now , isn ’ t it ? " I think Bill Clinton is a good president . , But he has the sex scandal . But he has the sex scandal . ," Well . Maybe he isn't a good husband , but he is a successful president . " " Well . Maybe he isn't a good husband , but he is a successful president . ", I agree . He is also an excellent speaker . I agree . He is also an excellent speaker . ," Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ’ t . " " Yes , he is . Of course he makes mistakes , but who doesn ’ t . "," yeah , it ’ s fair to say so . " Is sailing fun ? , You bet ! "Merry Christmas , sweetie . How's your brother enjoying Taiwan ? ", Ryan says he wants to stay . I think he's in love with some girl who designs fruit platters ... Ryan says he wants to stay . I think he's in love with some girl who designs fruit platters ... ," No ! Christmas without him is bad enough . So , honey , do you have cold feet yet ? " " No ! Christmas without him is bad enough . So , honey , do you have cold feet yet ? "," Yeah , especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations . " " Yeah , especially since Jack didn't take care of the plane reservations . ", You're not coming ? You're not coming ? , Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ? Not until the 31st . So can you change the church reservations ? , I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 . I'm afraid not . The church is booked until the year 2001 . , Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ? Then where will we have the ceremony ? At home ? , We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd . We'll have to . We'll rehearse on the 1st and have the wedding on the 2nd . ," I'm sorry , Mom . " " I'm sorry , Mom . "," Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas . " " Don't worry , dear . I'm a great host . Now get some rest . Merry Christmas . "," Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you . " " Merry Christmas , Mom . I love you . "," I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best . " " I love you , too . And forgive Jack . He's doing his best . ", I know . Goodnight . I have a sweet tooth . , What exactly do you want ? What exactly do you want ? , I would love to get some dessert . I would love to get some dessert . , What did you want to get ? What did you want to get ? , I'd love to get a pie . I'd love to get a pie . , What kind do you want to get ? What kind do you want to get ? , I'm not sure . I'm not sure . , I can tell you what kind I like . I can tell you what kind I like . , What kind do you like ? What kind do you like ? , Apple pie is my favorite . Apple pie is my favorite . , I love apple pie too . I love apple pie too . ," See , I helped you out . " I ’ Ve just taken out an insurance policy . Are you insured ? ," Yes , I am . I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured . " " Yes , I am . I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured . ", I took out a life insurance policy and made my wife the beneficiary . I took out a life insurance policy and made my wife the beneficiary . , That ’ a good idea . You are a fireman and it can be dangerous job . That ’ a good idea . You are a fireman and it can be dangerous job . , I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die . I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die . , I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension . I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension . , That ’ s one of the conditions of my police too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire . That ’ s one of the conditions of my police too . It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire . , Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the police ? Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the police ? ," Yes , I did . It was one of the conditions of the insurance police . The insurance companies need to assess the risk " Do you have any idea for this vacation ? , Why don't we spend this vacation earning our tuition ? Why don't we spend this vacation earning our tuition ? ," Oh , yeah , let's try to find some jobs . " " Oh , yeah , let's try to find some jobs . ", OK . "Do you remember Tina , my good friend ? ", Yes . Yes . , She just broke up with her boyfriend . She just broke up with her boyfriend . ," Well , that happens . I hope she is all right . " " Well , that happens . I hope she is all right . ", But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday . But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department . It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday . , That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case . That is the down side of an office romance . I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress . The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case . ," Well , Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work , easier set them done . But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup . " Our team just scored a goal . , That's more like it . That's more like it . , Tell me about it . Tell me about it . , They might actually win the game . "Brian , do you know how to speak English ? ", Yes . Yes . , Where did you learn ? Where did you learn ? , I learned in college . I learned in college . , You speak really well . You speak really well . , Thank you . Thank you . , How long have you been in the U . S . ? How long have you been in the U . S . ? , 3 weeks . 3 weeks . , Is your wife with you ? Is your wife with you ? ," Yes , she just got here yesterday . " " Yes , she just got here yesterday . ", Have you been to California before ? Have you been to California before ? , No . I've never been there . No . I've never been there . , Have you ever been to Las Vegas ? Have you ever been to Las Vegas ? , Yes . I went there once on a business trip . Martha . What's wrong ? Why are you crying ? , Jake just broke up with me . Jake just broke up with me . , I'm sorry . When did this happen ? I'm sorry . When did this happen ? , Yesterday . I didn't even know it was coming . He just told me he found someone else . Yesterday . I didn't even know it was coming . He just told me he found someone else . , What a jerk . He doesn't deserve you . What a jerk . He doesn't deserve you . , But it still hurts . I thought I loved him . But it still hurts . I thought I loved him . ," He didn't treat you that well either . Maybe you don't want to hear this , but I think you can do better . " " He didn't treat you that well either . Maybe you don't want to hear this , but I think you can do better . "," Better or worse , it doesn't matter . I had a lot of feelings for him . I really liked him " " Better or worse , it doesn't matter . I had a lot of feelings for him . I really liked him ", It must be really painful . I remember when Josh and I broke up . I was crying for a week . It must be really painful . I remember when Josh and I broke up . I was crying for a week . , I know . I'll get over him . My first break up was painful because I was naive . I know . I'll get over him . My first break up was painful because I was naive . , Exactly . You'll find someone again . You should get your mind off of this . Let's go shopping . Exactly . You'll find someone again . You should get your mind off of this . Let's go shopping . , Maybe tomorrow . I don't feel like it tonight . Maybe tomorrow . I don't feel like it tonight . , How about coffee down the street ? How about coffee down the street ? , Sure . Housekeeping . May I help you ? , Yes . This is room 804 . I can't find my coat . I was wondering if it's in the lost and found . Yes . This is room 804 . I can't find my coat . I was wondering if it's in the lost and found . , I can check for you . Could you describe the coat ? I can check for you . Could you describe the coat ? , It's a light blue coat . It's got a hood and a big silver zipper . It's a light blue coat . It's got a hood and a big silver zipper . , When was the last time you saw it ? When was the last time you saw it ? , Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar . Last night . I think I may have left it in the lobby bar . , OK . I ’ ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it . OK . I ’ ll check the lost and found and with the bar manager . We'll do our best to find it . , Thanks . I appreciate that . "You'd like coffee , wouldn't you ? ", I think I'd rather have tea this morning . I think I'd rather have tea this morning . , What else are you going to have ? What else are you going to have ? , Just an English muffin . What are you going to have ? Just an English muffin . What are you going to have ? , That sounds good . I'm going to order the same thing . Betty was in hospital . ," I know that . I met her last week , and she looked as pale as death . " " I know that . I met her last week , and she looked as pale as death . ", She suffers from cancer . She suffers from cancer . , That ’ s too bad . She ’ s been so kind to us all . Freeze ! , Don't shoot . I give up . Do you understand any other foreign languages besides English ? ," Yes , I know a little about Japanese which is similar to Chinese not only in culture but in language itself . " " Yes , I know a little about Japanese which is similar to Chinese not only in culture but in language itself . ", What band did you pass in Japanese Language Proficiency Test ? What band did you pass in Japanese Language Proficiency Test ? ," I passed the Band two in LPT , but I will try to achieve Band one which is the highest level . " I'll be checking out of the hotel in about 30 minutes . ," Thirty minutes or 30 seconds , sir , it doesn't matter , I'm ready for you . " " Thirty minutes or 30 seconds , sir , it doesn't matter , I'm ready for you . "," Great ! As you know , however , the day in New York has hardly begun . " " Great ! As you know , however , the day in New York has hardly begun . "," There's nothing like getting an early start , sir . " " There's nothing like getting an early start , sir . ", What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ? What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots ? ," You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit . " " You can leave your baggage in our storage space , with a deposit . ", Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ? Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit ? ," I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card . " " I wish it was , but it isn't . They will still want a credit card . "," It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second . " " It's always something , isn't it ? Let me think about this for a second . "," Don't forget that you have very little time , sir , before you have to check out . " "Julia , what's the weather forecast for tomorrow ? ", It says a storm may come tomorrow . It says a storm may come tomorrow . , Oh ! I hate rainy days ! Oh ! I hate rainy days ! ," Me , too . I'm always in low spirits when it rains . Are you going out tomorrow ? " " Me , too . I'm always in low spirits when it rains . Are you going out tomorrow ? ", Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C . Yes . I have to drive to Washington D . C . , What bad luck ! What bad luck ! , Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ? Yeah ! But you know sometimes the weather forecast is not correct . Maybe tomorrow is a clear day . Who knows ? ," Yeah , maybe you are right ! " How's Jerry's new school ? , Very nice . He gets along with his classmates very well . Very nice . He gets along with his classmates very well . , He's a team player . He's a team player . ," Yes , indeed . " Can I take your order now or do you still want to look at the menu ? ," Well , I want a fillet steak , medium , but my little girl doesn't care for steak . Could she have something else instead ? " " Well , I want a fillet steak , medium , but my little girl doesn't care for steak . Could she have something else instead ? ", Certainly . How about spaghetti with clams and shrimps . Certainly . How about spaghetti with clams and shrimps . , Sounds delicious . OK . She'll try that . "Ann , it's terrible ! ", What's up ? What's up ? ," Look , this is a pimple ! " " Look , this is a pimple ! "," Oh , I think it is . " " Oh , I think it is . ", How come ? How come ? , I think it's because of your bad habits ! I think it's because of your bad habits ! ," I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot . " " I have no bad habit . I sleep eight hours a day , never eat spicy food , clean the face twice a day and so on . I have done a lot . "," I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem . " " I know you have done a lot , but you always sleep very late . Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy . Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body , and I think this is your problem . ", I wasn't aware of that ! I wasn't aware of that ! , You should do better later . Look at what you have done . All thumbs . ," I ’ m so sorry , and I will pay much attention to it later . " "Gordon , you're ever so late . "," Yes , I am sorry . I missed the bus . " " Yes , I am sorry . I missed the bus . "," But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late . " " But there's a bus every ten minutes , and you are over 1 hour late . "," Well , I missed several buses . " " Well , I missed several buses . ", How on earth can you miss several buses ? How on earth can you miss several buses ? ," I , ah ... , I got have late . " " I , ah ... , I got have late . "," Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ? " " Oh , come on , Gordon , it's the afternoon now . Why were you late really ? "," Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ... " " Well , I ... I lost my wallet , and I ... ", Have you got it now ? Have you got it now ? ," Yes , I found it again . " " Yes , I found it again . ", When ? When ? , This morning . I mean ... This morning . I mean ... , I am not convinced by your explanation . "So , Monica , how do you like your new office ? "," Well , I love it . The room is special and clean with big windows and a lot of sunshine . There are plants along the corridor . Especially , I got my own desk with computer and telephone . Such a great place ! " " Well , I love it . The room is special and clean with big windows and a lot of sunshine . There are plants along the corridor . Especially , I got my own desk with computer and telephone . Such a great place ! ", That ’ s very good . I once turn down a job offer just because the office is awful . That ’ s very good . I once turn down a job offer just because the office is awful . , What was so bad about it ? What was so bad about it ? ," Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work . " " Small rooms , small window , a small desk shared by three people . I would have been interrupted all the time and for sure not be able to deliver good work . ", Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ’ t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently . Sounds bad ! Lucky you ! You didn ’ t take that job . I think a good office environment is also important to work efficiently . ," Totally agree . By the way , the number of the telephone on your desk is extension 506 . You can pick up your office supplies from the supply room at the end of the corridor . " "OK . I'll take your bet , as long as the winner gets to pick the movie . What about you , Nick ? "," Sure . Do you want to go first , Sally ? " " Sure . Do you want to go first , Sally ? ", Why not ! I rolled a five . The category is Best Pictures . Why not ! I rolled a five . The category is Best Pictures . ," OK , here's your question What movie won the 1996 Oscar for Best Picture ? " " OK , here's your question What movie won the 1996 Oscar for Best Picture ? "," I know that , it's The English Patient . It was one of the only good American movies of the 90s . " " I know that , it's The English Patient . It was one of the only good American movies of the 90s . "," Well , along with Jurassic Park ! Nice going , you got the right answer . " "I'd like to order room service to room 202 , please , ", How can I help you ? How can I help you ? ," I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad , please . " " I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad , please . "," Will that be all , sir ? " " Will that be all , sir ? ", No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels . No . Could you also get some extra towels and soup too ? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels . , I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ? I will have someone bring that up right away . How would like to pay for the dinner ? , Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill . Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill . ," All right , sir . You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes . " "Hey , Tom , what to go for a run ? ", No thanks . I like to run in the morning . I ran a couple of miles when I woke up today . No thanks . I like to run in the morning . I ran a couple of miles when I woke up today . ," I try to do that , but I can ’ t get up early enough . " " I try to do that , but I can ’ t get up early enough . "," I couldn ’ t either at first , but you get used to it . " " I couldn ’ t either at first , but you get used to it . ", It ’ s so hot at lunchtime ; I ’ d rather run in the morning . It ’ s so hot at lunchtime ; I ’ d rather run in the morning . ," Well , why don ’ t you come tomorrow ? I ’ ll stop by your house on my way out . " " Well , why don ’ t you come tomorrow ? I ’ ll stop by your house on my way out . "," I could try , but I can ’ t say for sure if I ’ ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ? " " I could try , but I can ’ t say for sure if I ’ ll get up in time . What time do you want to go ? ", I ’ ll give you a call around 6 o'clock and stop by around 6 thirty . I ’ ll give you a call around 6 o'clock and stop by around 6 thirty . ," O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ’ ll be able to get up in time for a jog . " " O . K . , maybe if I have someone to go with , I ’ ll be able to get up in time for a jog . "," Great , I ’ ll see you then . " " Great , I ’ ll see you then . ", See you . "Mr . Black , I ' d like to take some time off . I ' Ve been feeling exhausted these days . "," That's no problem . Let me see ... You still have ten days annual leave left , is that right ? " " That's no problem . Let me see ... You still have ten days annual leave left , is that right ? ", Yes . I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off . Yes . I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off . , That's long leave . How's your project coming along ? That's long leave . How's your project coming along ? , The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on . The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on . ," Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave . " " Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave . "," Thank you , Mr.Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr.Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients . " " Thank you , Mr.Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr.Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients . ", Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed . Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed . ," I will . Many thanks , Mr.Black . " I'm afraid it's bad news for you . You haven't got the position . ," Oh , no ! I can't have failed . Are you sure ? " " Oh , no ! I can't have failed . Are you sure ? ", I'm afraid so . I'm terribly sorry . I'm afraid so . I'm terribly sorry . , It sucks . But Arden told me he's satisfied with my qualifications and experience . It sucks . But Arden told me he's satisfied with my qualifications and experience . , He's the only one of the several to decide this . He's the only one of the several to decide this . , How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news . How am I going to face the fellows in our office ? They thought I would be promoted . They must be waiting for my good news . ," I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you . " " I don't think the thing can be that serious . You should face the result . Besides , I don't think the position is the best for you . ", But I lost the chance . But I lost the chance . ," Keep working hard , and then you will get another chance of promotion someday . " The results of the poll show Bill Clinton's approval rating has gone up in his second term . Do you find that interesting ? ," Well , I think Clinton deserves high marks for doing his job generally , but he may get low marks for his honesty and personal image . " " Well , I think Clinton deserves high marks for doing his job generally , but he may get low marks for his honesty and personal image . "," That is exactly what the poll shows . Although the stating of Clinton as a person has gone down in the last two years of his term , his approval rating is as high as 66 percent . " " That is exactly what the poll shows . Although the stating of Clinton as a person has gone down in the last two years of his term , his approval rating is as high as 66 percent . ", I don't find this surprising . The poll data sound quite right . He is a good president . I don't find this surprising . The poll data sound quite right . He is a good president . , But the poll says only 15 percent say he will be remembered as an outstanding president . Are there any interesting articles in today ’ s newspapers ? , The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states . Few other stories made the front pages . The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states . Few other stories made the front pages . , Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections ? Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections ? , There ’ s an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs . We have a subsidiary company l There ’ s an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs . We have a subsidiary company l , Are the reports favorable ? Are the reports favorable ? ," Generally , the reporters take positive lines . They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of , but there ’ s nothing worrying in the reports . In the classifieds , one of our competitors is a " " Generally , the reporters take positive lines . They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of , but there ’ s nothing worrying in the reports . In the classifieds , one of our competitors is a ", That ’ s interesting . They must be thinking of moving into that market . Are there any interesting editorials ? That ’ s interesting . They must be thinking of moving into that market . Are there any interesting editorials ? , Not really . They all seem to focus on the election . There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week . Not really . They all seem to focus on the election . There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week . , I ’ m not surprised . That article certainly added fuel to the debate . Ok . Thanks . Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me ? I ’ d like to read them . I ’ m not surprised . That article certainly added fuel to the debate . Ok . Thanks . Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me ? I ’ d like to read them . , Sure . There you are . "Good morning , Sue . "," Good morning , Tom.How are you ? " " Good morning , Tom.How are you ? "," I'm fine , thanks , how about yourself ? " " I'm fine , thanks , how about yourself ? ", Things couldn't be better.Where are you going now ? Things couldn't be better.Where are you going now ? , I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do.How about you ? I am heading for the library . I've got a research project to do.How about you ? ," I'm going to the English class.It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run . " " I'm going to the English class.It ' ll start in five minutes , I've got to run . "," See you later , alligator . " " See you later , alligator . "," After a while , crocodile . " Try it on in front of the mirror . ," Well , I think the color is a little too bright . " " Well , I think the color is a little too bright . ", We have darker ones . Do you like the style ? We have darker ones . Do you like the style ? , Yes . What's this made of and how to wash it ? Yes . What's this made of and how to wash it ? , lt's made of silk and you had better wash it by hand in cold water . Excuse me . Do you mind if I ask some things about work for this company ? , Not at all . Go ahead . Not at all . Go ahead . , I've heard that the company is very strict with its staff . Is that true ? I've heard that the company is very strict with its staff . Is that true ? ," Not really , so long as you follow all the regulations . " " Not really , so long as you follow all the regulations . "," If you make mistakes in your job , you'll be fired . Is that right ? " " If you make mistakes in your job , you'll be fired . Is that right ? ", No . Everyone has a chance to correct his or her mistakes . The most important thing is to be responsible for your work . No . Everyone has a chance to correct his or her mistakes . The most important thing is to be responsible for your work . , Working here involves a busy schedule and overtime . Is that true ? Working here involves a busy schedule and overtime . Is that true ? ," Yes . That's true . We are always busy . The company attaches great importance to high efficiency . Sometimes we have to work overtime , but not always . And we have extra pay for extra work . " " Yes . That's true . We are always busy . The company attaches great importance to high efficiency . Sometimes we have to work overtime , but not always . And we have extra pay for extra work . ", It seems that working in a foreign enterprise is not the same as I expected . Thank you for your help . Good morning . What's the matter with you ? ," Good morning , doctor . I have a terrible headache . " " Good morning , doctor . I have a terrible headache . "," All right , young man . Tell me how it got started . " " All right , young man . Tell me how it got started . ", Yesterday I had a runny nose . Now my nose is stuffed up . I have a sore throat . And I ’ m afraid I've got a temperature . I feel terrible . Yesterday I had a runny nose . Now my nose is stuffed up . I have a sore throat . And I ’ m afraid I've got a temperature . I feel terrible . ," Don't worry , young man . Lat me give you an examination . First let me take a look at your throat . Open your mouth and say'ah ' . " " Don't worry , young man . Lat me give you an examination . First let me take a look at your throat . Open your mouth and say'ah ' . ", Ah . Ah . , Your throat is inflamed . And your tongue is heavily coated . You have all the symptoms of influenza . Your throat is inflamed . And your tongue is heavily coated . You have all the symptoms of influenza . , What am I supposed to do then ? What am I supposed to do then ? ," A good rest is all you need , and drink more water . I'll write you a prescription . " " A good rest is all you need , and drink more water . I'll write you a prescription . ", Thank you very much . Excuse me . I need some storybooks in easy English . Do you have anything likethat ? ," Well , there are a lot of storybooks upstairs in our children's section . Some are written for young children , others for teens . Maybe some of them will suit your needs . " " Well , there are a lot of storybooks upstairs in our children's section . Some are written for young children , others for teens . Maybe some of them will suit your needs . ", I'll go take a look . Thanks for your help . I'll go take a look . Thanks for your help . , You're welcome . "Hey , son , are you insured ? "," Not yet , but I'm thinking of it . Have you bought one , Dad ? " " Not yet , but I'm thinking of it . Have you bought one , Dad ? ", I took out a life insurance policy and made your mother the beneficiary . I took out a life insurance policy and made your mother the beneficiary . , Can you tell me why you want to buy it ? Can you tell me why you want to buy it ? , I am a fireman and it is a dangerous job . I have to consider your mother's life . I am a fireman and it is a dangerous job . I have to consider your mother's life . ," Oh , I see . Do you advise me to buy one ? " " Oh , I see . Do you advise me to buy one ? "," You have children now . What if something , God forbid , happens to you ? " " You have children now . What if something , God forbid , happens to you ? "," That's true . Well , how much do you think I should get ? " " That's true . Well , how much do you think I should get ? "," A $ 100 000 policy shouldn't be too expensive . Here , call my agent . He'll give you a good deal . " May I help you ? , Is this the right counter for gloves ? Is this the right counter for gloves ? ," Yes , madam . What sort of gloves do you want ? " " Yes , madam . What sort of gloves do you want ? "," Well , let me see some of each . " " Well , let me see some of each . ", Certainly . What size do you take ? Certainly . What size do you take ? ," Six and a quarter , I believe , but you'd better measure my hand to make sure . " " Six and a quarter , I believe , but you'd better measure my hand to make sure . "," I think a six is your size . How do you like these ? I can recommend them , they're very reliable . " " I think a six is your size . How do you like these ? I can recommend them , they're very reliable . "," Very well , I'll take these two . " I'd like to reconfirm my plane reservation . , What flight are you taking ? What flight are you taking ? , Flight 201 . Flight 201 . , And what's your name ? And what's your name ? , Anderson . Anderson . , Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time . Everything is in order . Please check in at the airport an hour before flight time . , Thank you . What seems to be the problem ? ," Oh , my God ! It ’ s my stomach . It ’ s killing me ! " " Oh , my God ! It ’ s my stomach . It ’ s killing me ! ", Where does it hurt the most ? Where does it hurt the most ? , Right here ! It hurts right here ! Right here ! It hurts right here ! , How long has it felt like this ? How long has it felt like this ? ," I felt OK when I woke up , and then , suddenly , I had this really sharp pain . " " I felt OK when I woke up , and then , suddenly , I had this really sharp pain . ", Do you have a history of stomach pain ? Do you have a history of stomach pain ? ," No , and I haven ’ t done anything out of the ordinary . " " No , and I haven ’ t done anything out of the ordinary . "," Well , I think that we are going to have to get you to an emergency room right away . " " Well , I think that we are going to have to get you to an emergency room right away . ", Thank you for helping me . So it is hard to be a black student on campus ? ," Yes , in many ways it is . There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life . " " Yes , in many ways it is . There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life . ", Stereotypes ? Like what ? Stereotypes ? Like what ? ," Well , like since I'm black , I must like rap music , come from the inner city , or play basketball well . " " Well , like since I'm black , I must like rap music , come from the inner city , or play basketball well . "," I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ’ Ve seen you play basketball . " " I do know you like rap music , but the other two are definitely false . I ’ Ve seen you play basketball . ", Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma . Hey ! But that's not the only problem . There's also the affirmative action stigma . ," You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy . " " You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota ? That's not true at all , you're really a smart guy . "," I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well . " " I know that , but some people don't think like that . And I get problems from teachers as well . ", Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all . Teachers ? I didn't think that they would be racist at all . ," Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion . " " Racist ? Not exactly . It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic , as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject . Suddenly I become the representative of the black race , as if we all had the same opinion . ", I see . It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US . Hello ! How do I get online with my laptop ? ," Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you'll be online in a heartbeat . " " Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer , and you'll be online in a heartbeat . "," Well , I see the cable . But my computer runs on wireless only . " " Well , I see the cable . But my computer runs on wireless only . ", No problem . I'll tell you about our alternatives . No problem . I'll tell you about our alternatives . ," Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are . " " Yes , I'd love to hear what the alternatives are . ", Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor . Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor . , Great ! But is it free ? Great ! But is it free ? ," Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee . " " Sir , the computers are free to guests , but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee . ", You said there were other alternatives ? You said there were other alternatives ? , Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless . Just use your computer here in the lobby . It's set up for wireless . , Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ? Okay . That sounds like a winner . Now if I need to print something in the lobby ? ," We might have a printer here next month . But for now , you'll have to go to the lab . " Do you mind if I come over to use your computer ? ," No , but I have to type my paper tonight . " " No , but I have to type my paper tonight . ", Does that mean I can't use it tonight ? Does that mean I can't use it tonight ? , You got it ! Housekeeping . May I help you ? ," Yeah , the people in the next room are a little loud . Could you do something about it ? " " Yeah , the people in the next room are a little loud . Could you do something about it ? "," Of course . What room are you in , sir ? " " Of course . What room are you in , sir ? ", I'm in Room 215 . I'm in Room 215 . , And do you know which room the noise is coming from ? And do you know which room the noise is coming from ? ," I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs . " " I don't know the number , but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs . ", Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable . Thank you . We'll take care of it . Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable . ," OK , thanks . I really appreciate it . " "Hi , did you call for an exterminator ? ", Yes ! Thank goodness you ’ re here.These bugs are driving us crazy ! Yes ! Thank goodness you ’ re here.These bugs are driving us crazy ! , What sort of pest are we dealing with ? What sort of pest are we dealing with ? ," We just bought this house and it is infected with just about everything . We have termites in the wood , cockroaches all over the place , and last night I saw a huge rat out in the backyard ! " " We just bought this house and it is infected with just about everything . We have termites in the wood , cockroaches all over the place , and last night I saw a huge rat out in the backyard ! "," Well , there ’ s nothing we can ’ t handle . I ’ ll spray the floorboards and walls to get rid of the cockroaches , but the termites will be harder to get rid of . We will have to cover the entire house and fu " " Well , there ’ s nothing we can ’ t handle . I ’ ll spray the floorboards and walls to get rid of the cockroaches , but the termites will be harder to get rid of . We will have to cover the entire house and fu "," No problem , just get rid of the bugs ! " how is your house hunting going ? , not very well . I haven ’ t found anything within my price range yet . not very well . I haven ’ t found anything within my price range yet . , how much are you looking to spend ? how much are you looking to spend ? , I can only afford about 300 pounds a month . I can only afford about 300 pounds a month . , looks like you ’ re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that . looks like you ’ re not going to get more than a bedroom in a shared flat with that . , really ? That ’ s a lot of money to pay for one room . really ? That ’ s a lot of money to pay for one room . ," well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price ! " " well , if you want to live in London , you have to pay the price ! ", do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ? do you know of anyone who needs a roommate ? , I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ? I can ask around at work . Do you have a preference for makers or non-smokers ? ," I ’ d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ’ ll have to take what I can get ! " " I ’ d prefer non-smoking roommates , but I guess I ’ ll have to take what I can get ! ", how long do you want to sign a contract for ? how long do you want to sign a contract for ? , I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ’ t know where I ’ ll be after that . I can sign a contract up to a year . I don ’ t know where I ’ ll be after that . , do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ? do you need a furnished or unfurnished apartment ? ," I don ’ t have any furniture , so it ’ d be great if it were furnished . " " I don ’ t have any furniture , so it ’ d be great if it were furnished . "," you know that you ’ ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ? " " you know that you ’ ll have to pay utilities on top of the rent , right ? "," no , I thought that would be included in the rent . " " no , I thought that would be included in the rent . "," it ’ s not usually included , so you ’ ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities . " " it ’ s not usually included , so you ’ ll have to factor in about 100 pounds more each month for utilities . ", I don't think I can afford that . I don't think I can afford that . , don ’ t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children . don ’ t worry . Sometimes people will give you a discount if you promise to do the clearing or take care of the children . , that's a good idea . I ’ ll look into finding something like that . I have some good news for you . , What's that ? What's that ? , Jenny is getting married . Jenny is getting married . , Great ! Who's the bridegroom ? Great ! Who's the bridegroom ? ," Tom , that lucky guy . " " Tom , that lucky guy . ", The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ? The guy always hands the girls in a line . When did he propose ? ," Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs.Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her . " " Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs.Whit ' s party last Monday as soon as he saw her . ", My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ? My gosh ! How romantic ! When's the big day ? ," July 4 , the National Holiday . " " July 4 , the National Holiday . ", Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ? Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony ? , Jenny plans to hold it in church . Jenny plans to hold it in church . , Who is the best man ? Who is the best man ? , Guess ! Guess ! ," Nobody is OK , but you ! " " Nobody is OK , but you ! "," You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man . " " You know , Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man . ", Did you promise him ? Did you promise him ? ," Yes , I did . " "Sally , do you really need to go ? ", Yeah.It ' s a must for me . Yeah.It ' s a must for me . , But don't forget to give me a ring . But don't forget to give me a ring . ," I won't , mum . " Where's the nearest tailor's ? , There is one just around the corner . There is one just around the corner . , The jacket is tight in the shoulders and long in the sleeve . What about the price there ? The jacket is tight in the shoulders and long in the sleeve . What about the price there ? ," The price is moderate , but their work is sometimes not satisfactory . " " The price is moderate , but their work is sometimes not satisfactory . ", Is there a better tailor's around here ? Is there a better tailor's around here ? ," No , there is not , as far as I know . " Someone ’ s told me behind closed door that he is very hot-tempered . ," I ’ m afraid what you were told is not quite right , if you could meet him in person , and you ’ ll know he ’ s very agreeable and capable . " " I ’ m afraid what you were told is not quite right , if you could meet him in person , and you ’ ll know he ’ s very agreeable and capable . ", Really ? I hope to meet him soon . "Are you ready to order now , sir ? "," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . "," What would you like to have for your appetizer , sir ? " " What would you like to have for your appetizer , sir ? "," I would like vegetable soup , please " " I would like vegetable soup , please ", And what would you like to have for the main course And what would you like to have for the main course , Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ? Shrimp salad . And what kind of pie do you have ? ," Apple , banana and strawberry pie . " " Apple , banana and strawberry pie . "," Then a piece of apple pie , please . " " Then a piece of apple pie , please . ", And what would you like for dessert ? And what would you like for dessert ? ," Icecream , please . " " Icecream , please . ", What flavor would you like ? What flavor would you like ? , orange orange , Thank you . I'll bring your order right away . "Mr Brown ! How nice to see you , can I help ? "," I'm not exactly sure if it's your department , but I'd like to ask some questions about qualifying for Comprehensive Credit Granting . " " I'm not exactly sure if it's your department , but I'd like to ask some questions about qualifying for Comprehensive Credit Granting . "," I see . You are one of my favourite customers , Mr Brown . I'm more than happy to help . For Comprehensive Credit Granting , IBA will grant a promised quota for you , that is , if you qualify . Of course , your credit record , within you field of trade needs to be up to scratch . " " I see . You are one of my favourite customers , Mr Brown . I'm more than happy to help . For Comprehensive Credit Granting , IBA will grant a promised quota for you , that is , if you qualify . Of course , your credit record , within you field of trade needs to be up to scratch . ", How long a period will you look at to determine this ? How long a period will you look at to determine this ? ," We will consider the first part of the year , in your particular field , and your credit rating can be no less than class A , during that period . " " We will consider the first part of the year , in your particular field , and your credit rating can be no less than class A , during that period . "," That sounds simple enough . It's Friday today , I'll be back on Monday morning , first thing , with all of the relevant data . See you then , and enjoy your weekend . " The academy is an important part of the education system . , I couldn't agree with you more . It ’ s nice meeting you . ," It ’ s nice to meet you , too . " " It ’ s nice to meet you , too . ", I am happy to be speaking to a presidential candidate . I am happy to be speaking to a presidential candidate . , Would you like to ask me anything ? Would you like to ask me anything ? , What do you feel about gay marriage ? What do you feel about gay marriage ? , I think everyone has the right to love who they want . I think everyone has the right to love who they want . , Would you legalize gay marriage ? Would you legalize gay marriage ? ," Yes , I would . " " Yes , I would . ", Many people won ’ t like that . Many people won ’ t like that . ," I ’ m sure they won ’ t , but that ’ s my view on gay marriage . " " I ’ m sure they won ’ t , but that ’ s my view on gay marriage . ", I really like you . I really like you . , I really appreciate that . "Hello , come in , I've been waiting for you . "," Than you , I'm not late , am I ? " " Than you , I'm not late , am I ? "," No , no , no , not at all.It ' s just that I've been looking forward to meeting you . " " No , no , no , not at all.It ' s just that I've been looking forward to meeting you . "," Well , thank you , but it's not all that hard to do , you know . I've been calling your office and sending you proposals for about two years now , and you've never responded before . " " Well , thank you , but it's not all that hard to do , you know . I've been calling your office and sending you proposals for about two years now , and you've never responded before . "," Ha , ha , ha ! Yes , I guess I deserved that . Let me explain , okay ? " " Ha , ha , ha ! Yes , I guess I deserved that . Let me explain , okay ? "," Please , I wish you would . " " Please , I wish you would . "," Well , as you probably know I buy from a selected group of suppliers and don't , as a rule , deal with new people . " " Well , as you probably know I buy from a selected group of suppliers and don't , as a rule , deal with new people . "," Yes , I know that . It's why Ive been trying to become one of those suppliers . I hear you're a good man to do business with . " " Yes , I know that . It's why Ive been trying to become one of those suppliers . I hear you're a good man to do business with . "," I'm very old-fashioned . I believe in loyalty.Once I start a sales relationship with someone , I stay with him or her , and we so most of our business on the phone . I expect their absolute best price possible and don't haggle.But if I find out they screwed me over , then I find another supplier . " " I'm very old-fashioned . I believe in loyalty.Once I start a sales relationship with someone , I stay with him or her , and we so most of our business on the phone . I expect their absolute best price possible and don't haggle.But if I find out they screwed me over , then I find another supplier . ", That's pretty much what I heard . That's pretty much what I heard . ," Well , those are my terms . As long as you honor them , we do business.If you break faith and try to take advantage , I'll find someone else to work with . Can you live with that ? " " Well , those are my terms . As long as you honor them , we do business.If you break faith and try to take advantage , I'll find someone else to work with . Can you live with that ? "," No problem at all , Mike . Just give me the chance . " "Well , Randy , I'd say you've got a bad case of the flu . The main thing to do is get plenty of rest and drink lots of liquids . I'll prescribe something for that throat . "," Thanks , doctor . Is there anything I can take for this headache ? " " Thanks , doctor . Is there anything I can take for this headache ? ", Some aspirin or Panadol should help . You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription . Some aspirin or Panadol should help . You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription . , Okay . Okay . ," Goodbye , Randy . Take care . " "Steven , shall we go shopping tomorrow ? ", Hum ... Why not go shopping the day after tomorrow ? Tomorrow is Saturday . I hate all the hustle and bustle of Saturday shopping . Hum ... Why not go shopping the day after tomorrow ? Tomorrow is Saturday . I hate all the hustle and bustle of Saturday shopping . ," But Sunday is the same with Saturday . If you don ’ t mind , that's OK . " " But Sunday is the same with Saturday . If you don ’ t mind , that's OK . ", Hum.Maybe it will be better . The most important thing is that I can have a day to relax after a week's work . Hum.Maybe it will be better . The most important thing is that I can have a day to relax after a week's work . , I see . We will go the day after tomorrow . I see . We will go the day after tomorrow . ," By the way , what kind of stores do we need to go ? " " By the way , what kind of stores do we need to go ? "," I want to buy some clothes in clothing store . When we are going back , go to the butcher's shop and buy some chicken . " " I want to buy some clothes in clothing store . When we are going back , go to the butcher's shop and buy some chicken . ", Let ’ s also go to the jewelry store to buy a crystal necklace . I want to buy one for you as your birthday present . Let ’ s also go to the jewelry store to buy a crystal necklace . I want to buy one for you as your birthday present . ," Thank you , darling . " This place is great . I'm surprised there are so many things here . ," Yes , but it takes a while to find things . It's not organized as carefully as a regular store . " " Yes , but it takes a while to find things . It's not organized as carefully as a regular store . ", What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store ? What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store ? , Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outlet . The prices are very low . But you may find faulty products here too . Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outlet . The prices are very low . But you may find faulty products here too . , Faulty products ? Faulty products ? ," Yes . Sometimes the fault is very small ; if you have a needle and thread , you can fix it yourself . So it's a good deal to buy it . " " Yes . Sometimes the fault is very small ; if you have a needle and thread , you can fix it yourself . So it's a good deal to buy it . "," Oh , that's easy for me . I think it's really a good deal . " " Oh , that's easy for me . I think it's really a good deal . ", Yes . You can save a lot of money in this way . Yes . You can save a lot of money in this way . ," That's great for me . Look , children's clothes ! I'd like to buy some winter clothes for my son and daughter . " " That's great for me . Look , children's clothes ! I'd like to buy some winter clothes for my son and daughter . ", Why not buy the sweater ? It only costs 30 Yuan . Why not buy the sweater ? It only costs 30 Yuan . ," Yes , I'll take it . Are there any jeans ? Xiaohui's jeans are always dirty . I also need four pairs of slippers . " " Yes , I'll take it . Are there any jeans ? Xiaohui's jeans are always dirty . I also need four pairs of slippers . ", How many do you want to buy ? How many do you want to buy ? ," I ought to make the most of it while I'm here , don't you think ? " " I ought to make the most of it while I'm here , don't you think ? ", You're right . "Ladies and gentlemen , here is the Westminster Abbey . It's one of the oldest buildings in London . ", What a large building . Can we visit by ourselves ? What a large building . Can we visit by ourselves ? , Of course . Take your time and enjoy your trip . Of course . Take your time and enjoy your trip . , Thank you . When and where shall we meet ? Thank you . When and where shall we meet ? , We will meet at 5:00 right here . We will meet at 5:00 right here . , I see . I'm better now . Want to play again ? , I'll let you break the balls this time . I'll let you break the balls this time . , Let's get all the balls out of the pockets . Let's get all the balls out of the pockets . , OK . How much do you want to bet on this game ? OK . How much do you want to bet on this game ? , You are crazy . Gambling is against my principles . May I ask what the core value of the company is ? ," The core values are credibilities , team work , diligence and devotion . " " The core values are credibilities , team work , diligence and devotion . ", Are they different from other companies ? Are they different from other companies ? ," Yes , we are a foreign-invested company . " "I'm really fed up with Larry ! He's the biggest airhead I've ever met.He always makes careless mistakes , and he's a pain to work with . "," You shouldn't be so negative.You ' ll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others.But if you are negative and start name-calling in the office , it will make a bad working environment for everybody . " " You shouldn't be so negative.You ' ll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others.But if you are negative and start name-calling in the office , it will make a bad working environment for everybody . ", You only say that because you don't have to work with him.The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around.Take Mary for example.She ' s smart and enthusiastic . I've never met anyone as cheery as she is . You only say that because you don't have to work with him.The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around.Take Mary for example.She ' s smart and enthusiastic . I've never met anyone as cheery as she is . ," Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses.Even Larry.He might be a pain to be around , but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects.Mary , on the other hand , spends our project money like there's no tomorrow.Also , she's never willing to stay a little later at the office.She always leaves at 5pm sharp . " " Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses.Even Larry.He might be a pain to be around , but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects.Mary , on the other hand , spends our project money like there's no tomorrow.Also , she's never willing to stay a little later at the office.She always leaves at 5pm sharp . "," Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob.Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker . " " Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker ? What about Bob ? Everybody loves Bob.Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green , he is a great co-worker . "," You're right.He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects.The only thing he's lacking in is experience . " " You're right.He ' s a hard worker , easy to get along with , honest , and he never steals the credit on projects.The only thing he's lacking in is experience . ", Maybe that's why he's so nice ! "When you need an apartment , where do you look for one ? ", Our school has a link on its website for apartments . Our school has a link on its website for apartments . , Can I share an apartment with someone ? Can I share an apartment with someone ? , Some of the ads in the paper are from people looking for roommates . Some of the ads in the paper are from people looking for roommates . , Are apartments expensive in this city ? Are apartments expensive in this city ? ," Do you need a single apartment , or is this for two people ? " " Do you need a single apartment , or is this for two people ? ", I want a two-bedroom apartment . I want a two-bedroom apartment . , You can get that type of apartment for around fifteen hundred dollars a month . You can get that type of apartment for around fifteen hundred dollars a month . , Would you have time to go look at apartments with me ? Would you have time to go look at apartments with me ? , I love apartment hunting . I ’ ll be happy to go with you . Could you give me an expense report ? I would like to attach the invoices for my phone bill this season . , Here you are . Do you need glue ? Here you are . Do you need glue ? , That is very kind of you . I ’ m just running out of glue . That is very kind of you . I ’ m just running out of glue . , You ’ re welcome . "I heard Betty lost her tennis match this morning , so she's out of the tournament . ", Really ? What a shame ! I thought she was going to win this one . Really ? What a shame ! I thought she was going to win this one . ," Me , too . I'm sure she'll do better in the next tournament . " "Hello , ma ’ am , can I help you find something ? "," Yes , actually I ’ m looking to buy a camera . " " Yes , actually I ’ m looking to buy a camera . "," We ’ Ve got a wide selection do you know if you ’ d like a point-and-shoot , or something a little fancier ? Are you shopping for yourself or for someone else ? " " We ’ Ve got a wide selection do you know if you ’ d like a point-and-shoot , or something a little fancier ? Are you shopping for yourself or for someone else ? ", Actually I ’ m buying a camera for my husband . Actually I ’ m buying a camera for my husband . ," Ah , well then I ’ d recommend a nice entry-level digital SLR . " " Ah , well then I ’ d recommend a nice entry-level digital SLR . ", Yeah ? Can I take a look at the Sirs you carry ? Yeah ? Can I take a look at the Sirs you carry ? ," Sure thing , follow me . This here is the . " " Sure thing , follow me . This here is the . "," The Canon Eos . Yeah it ’ s ok , but I ’ m looking for something that performs better in low light , has a better display panel , and longer battery life . " " The Canon Eos . Yeah it ’ s ok , but I ’ m looking for something that performs better in low light , has a better display panel , and longer battery life . "," Oh , ah , um the Nikon D60 is a nice option . " " Oh , ah , um the Nikon D60 is a nice option . "," Yeah , but what kit lens does this camera come with ? I don ’ t want some bulky telephoto lens . " " Yeah , but what kit lens does this camera come with ? I don ’ t want some bulky telephoto lens . "," Oh , well this one has the , uh . " " Oh , well this one has the , uh . "," Looks to me like an 18-55 mm lens . pretty standard , that will do . Not like my husband will be stalking celebrities or anything ! " " Looks to me like an 18-55 mm lens . pretty standard , that will do . Not like my husband will be stalking celebrities or anything ! "," So , ahem , can I interest you in any acc ... " " So , ahem , can I interest you in any acc ... ", Accessories ? Do you carry polarizing filters ? Accessories ? Do you carry polarizing filters ? ," Polarizing filter um we should ! I ’ m sorry , ma ’ am . It looks like we ’ re sold out . " " Polarizing filter um we should ! I ’ m sorry , ma ’ am . It looks like we ’ re sold out . ", No you ’ re not ! There are some right here ! No you ’ re not ! There are some right here ! ," Oh , well , would you look at that ! Polarizing filters . " " Oh , well , would you look at that ! Polarizing filters . "," Thanks for your help , Ralph ! " " Thanks for your help , Ralph ! "," No problem , ma ’ am . " I know that you are interested in our washers . ," Yes , we are thinking of placing an order . However we would like to know what kinds of machines are available for export and in addition your sales terms , including mode of payment , discount and possible date of delivery . " " Yes , we are thinking of placing an order . However we would like to know what kinds of machines are available for export and in addition your sales terms , including mode of payment , discount and possible date of delivery . ", We supply washers of all types and sizes . We have years of experience in the manufacture of washers . We supply washers of all types and sizes . We have years of experience in the manufacture of washers . , We have read about this in your sales literature . Could you give us some idea of your prices ? We have read about this in your sales literature . Could you give us some idea of your prices ? , Our prices compare favorably with those offered by other manufactures either in Europe or anywhere else . Here are our latest price lists . You will see that our prices are very attractive . Our prices compare favorably with those offered by other manufactures either in Europe or anywhere else . Here are our latest price lists . You will see that our prices are very attractive . ," Do you take special orders ? That is , do you make machines according to the specific requirements from clients ? " " Do you take special orders ? That is , do you make machines according to the specific requirements from clients ? "," Sure , we do . " " Sure , we do . ", How long does it usually take you to make delivery ? How long does it usually take you to make delivery ? ," As a rule , we deliver all our orders within three months after receipt of relevant L / C . It takes longer , of course , for special orders . In no case would it take longer than six months . " " As a rule , we deliver all our orders within three months after receipt of relevant L / C . It takes longer , of course , for special orders . In no case would it take longer than six months . "," Good . One more thing , we'd like you to quote us on CIF basis . " " Good . One more thing , we'd like you to quote us on CIF basis . ", Okay . No problem . "Can you show me some jade , please ? "," Yes , of course . Do you like a jade necklace ? " " Yes , of course . Do you like a jade necklace ? "," No , but I do like jade bracelets . " " No , but I do like jade bracelets . "," Here are all kinds of jades . Choose whatever you like , please . " " Here are all kinds of jades . Choose whatever you like , please . "," Thank you . ( A moment later ) Oh , this one is quite impressive . I'll take it . By the way , do you sell pearl earrings ? " " Thank you . ( A moment later ) Oh , this one is quite impressive . I'll take it . By the way , do you sell pearl earrings ? ", Yes . Natural pearls or cultured pearls ? We have both kinds . Yes . Natural pearls or cultured pearls ? We have both kinds . , I wonder which looks more lustrous . I wonder which looks more lustrous . ," Well , natural pearls are of higher value , but the cultured pearls have equal lustre and are just as beautiful . " " Well , natural pearls are of higher value , but the cultured pearls have equal lustre and are just as beautiful . "," Oh , I see . I think I prefer a natural one . " "Hey , where's Cindy ? ", She told me that she's got tennis practice today . She told me that she's got tennis practice today . ," You're Mary , right ? " " You're Mary , right ? ", How did you know ? How did you know ? , Cindy told me about you in our gym class . Cindy told me about you in our gym class . ," I see . Do you live in this neighborhood , too ? " " I see . Do you live in this neighborhood , too ? ", My house is next door to yours . My house is next door to yours . ," Oh , Cindy did mention you before . You're Alexander Newman . " " Oh , Cindy did mention you before . You're Alexander Newman . ", Just call me Alex . Alex and Alexander are the same thing . "Hey , Robert , what are you doing this weekend ? ", I didn't have any big plans . I didn't have any big plans . , We are putting together a birthday party for Mary . We are putting together a birthday party for Mary . , That sounds like fun . Where will it be ? That sounds like fun . Where will it be ? , We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house . We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house . , Oh good ! Can I bring anything ? Oh good ! Can I bring anything ? ," We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes . " " We will be providing hot dogs , hamburgers , and cake , but people can bring side dishes . ", I am assuming that the dress is casual . I am assuming that the dress is casual . , Dress casually and bring your bathing suit ! Dress casually and bring your bathing suit ! , Wonderful . Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there . Let's speed up . We're going to be late again . ," If we hurry , can we get there in time ? " " If we hurry , can we get there in time ? ", I hope so . "Peter , enough with your computer games . Go do your homework now . ", Can't I play more ? Can't I play more ? , No ! Stop playing computer games ! No ! Stop playing computer games ! ," Mom , I'll be finished soon . " " Mom , I'll be finished soon . "," Peter , if you don't turn off your computer , then I won't allow you to play it again starting next week . " "Good afternoon , madam . Can I help you ? "," Yes , I'd like to change these dollars , please ? " " Yes , I'd like to change these dollars , please ? "," OK . How do you like your money , madam ? " " OK . How do you like your money , madam ? "," In fifty yuan bills , please ? " " In fifty yuan bills , please ? "," Just a moment , please . I'll check for you . " Do you have any questions you want to ask ? ," Yes , I'd like to know if there would be any future opportunities for specific training . " " Yes , I'd like to know if there would be any future opportunities for specific training . ", If necessary there will be . Any other questions ? If necessary there will be . Any other questions ? , When will I know your decision ? When will I know your decision ? , We'll give you our decision in a few days . How can we get in touch with you ? We'll give you our decision in a few days . How can we get in touch with you ? , I can be reached at my office during work hours and at home in the evening . My office phone number and home phone number are in my resume . I can be reached at my office during work hours and at home in the evening . My office phone number and home phone number are in my resume . , Thank you for your interest in our company . Thank you for your interest in our company . ," Thank you , sir . I expect to hear from you as soon as possible . " " Thank you , sir . I expect to hear from you as soon as possible . ", Would you please let the next applicant come in on your way out ? Would you please let the next applicant come in on your way out ? , All right . Goodbye . Have you ever served in any international trading company ? , Yes . I once worked in a small company for one year . Yes . I once worked in a small company for one year . , Then why did you leave ? Then why did you leave ? , My reason for leaving is that I wish to get into the advertising business . My reason for leaving is that I wish to get into the advertising business . , What have you learnt from this short experience ? What have you learnt from this short experience ? , I've learnt a lot about business knowhow . I got to know what kind of knowledge was needed in my future work . I'd like to purchase a parking permit for next semester . , Are you a daytime student or do you just come in the evenings ? Are you a daytime student or do you just come in the evenings ? , I am a daytime student . I am a daytime student . , Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car ? Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car ? , I will be driving my car . I will be driving my car . ," OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ? " " OK , that will be twenty-five dollars . How would you like to pay for it ? ", I'll pay for it with a check . I'll pay for it with a check . , Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ? Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle ? ," No , thanks ; I'm fine . " " No , thanks ; I'm fine . ", Here you go then . Have a great school year ! "Excuse me , Bill ? "," Hi , Christine . How ’ s it going ? " " Hi , Christine . How ’ s it going ? "," Fine , thanks . Mr . Emory would like to meet with Mr . Macmillan tomorrow afternoon . Can you take a look at his book ? " " Fine , thanks . Mr . Emory would like to meet with Mr . Macmillan tomorrow afternoon . Can you take a look at his book ? "," Sure , just a second . All right , what time ? " "Daddy , do you mind helping me prepare the supplies for mountain climbing . ", OK . I am coming . OK . I am coming . , Is it gonna to rain tomorrow ? Is it gonna to rain tomorrow ? ," I have checked the weather report . It says it will be cloudy , but no rain . " " I have checked the weather report . It says it will be cloudy , but no rain . ", Just take my umbrella in case of rain . Just take my umbrella in case of rain . ," Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food . " " Daniel , don't forget to take enough water and food . "," Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain . " " Definitely , or else , I will starve to death halfway up the mountain . "," Me , too , haha . " " Me , too , haha . "," Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand . " " Daddy , may I take your compass ? I feel so cool with it in my hand . "," All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office . " " All right . Oh , I nearly forgotten , I left my sneakers at my office . ", It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair . It doesn't matter . I can go with you to the supermarket to pick up a new pair . ," OK , after we finish our preparation , we'll go to the supermarket . " Can you book me a double room for February 22 ? ," Well , we won't be able to guarantee you a room for February 22 , but we can book you on February 23.Is that OK ? " " Well , we won't be able to guarantee you a room for February 22 , but we can book you on February 23.Is that OK ? ", I guess so . How is Rose now ? , It ’ s still touch and go . We don ’ t see how she can make it . It ’ s still touch and go . We don ’ t see how she can make it . , I ’ m sorry to hear about that . Would you mind telling me the purpose of your visit to the U . K . ? , I am here on business . I am here on business . , May I see your passport ? May I see your passport ? ," Of course , here you are . " " Of course , here you are . ", Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ? Would you please open the suitcase ? What are these ? , They are two cameras . They are two cameras . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey . " " Yes , I have one carton of cigarettes and a bottle of whiskey . "," OK , you're through now . " Excuse me . Does this hotel have a fitness facility ? ," Yes , we try to accommodate all needs of our patrons , including fitness . " " Yes , we try to accommodate all needs of our patrons , including fitness . ", Where is your fitness facility located ? Where is your fitness facility located ? , The gym is just below the lobby . Take the elevator or the stairs . You can't miss it . The gym is just below the lobby . Take the elevator or the stairs . You can't miss it . , Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ? Is there an additional surcharge for the gym ? ," No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in . " " No , the gym is free to guests . Take your room key , however , so you can get in . "," What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ? " " What time is the gym open , and what time does it close ? "," The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day . " " The gym is open seven days a week , twenty-four hours a day . ", Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ? Do you offer trainer services along with the gym ? ," Unfortunately , no . If you want a trainer , you'll have to use another gym . " You wouldn't believe what I got in the mail today ! , what's that ? what's that ? , it's a letter from Ray and Sue in Shanghai ! it's a letter from Ray and Sue in Shanghai ! , have you read it yet ? have you read it yet ? ," no , I thought I'd wait until you got home . " " no , I thought I'd wait until you got home . "," go on , read it out loud . " " go on , read it out loud . "," ok . It says , "" Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "" " " ok . It says , "" Dear Jessica . It was so good to receive you letter . I sounds like you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease ... "" ", when did you send her a letter ? when did you send her a letter ? , just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often . just a few weeks ago . Sue and I send letters to each other often . ," I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on . " " I didn't know anyone did that any more . Ok , go on . ", ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk . ok ... I'm going to have to skip over this section . It's girl-talk . , that's fine with me . that's fine with me . , oh . It's actually all rather personal . oh . It's actually all rather personal . ," well , skip over all of that and read me the rest . " " well , skip over all of that and read me the rest . "," ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... "" Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "" " " ok , it just says , ball , blah , blah ... "" Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June . Write soon . With love , Sue . "" ", are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ? are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us ? , didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June . didn't I tell you ? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June . ," oh , I guess I missed that . " " oh , I guess I missed that . ", men ! Welcome to IBA . Do you need any assistance ? ," Yes , please . I'm hoping to get a mortgage from you and was wondering about your interest rates . " " Yes , please . I'm hoping to get a mortgage from you and was wondering about your interest rates . "," I see . We offer Personal Housing Loans , or mortgages , at a rate of 0.42 % per month . " " I see . We offer Personal Housing Loans , or mortgages , at a rate of 0.42 % per month . ", That's pretty much the same as I've been quoted at other banks . That's pretty much the same as I've been quoted at other banks . , We offer many different payment plans . Would you be looking at long-term or short-term ? Are you looking at a 10 - year repayment plan ? We offer many different payment plans . Would you be looking at long-term or short-term ? Are you looking at a 10 - year repayment plan ? , Definitely . I want to get my mortgage paid off as soon as I can . Definitely . I want to get my mortgage paid off as soon as I can . ," Then we can certainly help you with that . You see , for shorter term loans , we can offer an even more competitive interest rate . " " Then we can certainly help you with that . You see , for shorter term loans , we can offer an even more competitive interest rate . ", Mmmm ... that does sound interesting . Is there anyone available I can talk with about this in more detail ? Mmmm ... that does sound interesting . Is there anyone available I can talk with about this in more detail ? ," I'll get our Mortgage Adviser for you . Please take a seat , I won't be a minute . " "Hey , I'm hungry . How about you ? "," Yeah , I can really go for some Chinese food right now . " " Yeah , I can really go for some Chinese food right now . ", That's a great idea . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant . That's a great idea . Let's go to a Chinese restaurant . , I know one . Let's go . When can I know whether I am accepted or not ? ," I think we'll send you a letter next week , if you are wanted , or we may give you a call . By the way , have you got a telephone ? " " I think we'll send you a letter next week , if you are wanted , or we may give you a call . By the way , have you got a telephone ? "," Yes , my office phone number is 373 ... 36 . " " Yes , my office phone number is 373 ... 36 . "," What's the best time to call you , then ? " " What's the best time to call you , then ? ", Between four and five in the afternoon . Between four and five in the afternoon . ," Thank you for coming , Miss Yang . " " Thank you for coming , Miss Yang . ", The pleasure is mine . It's been nice talking with you . Goodbye . Hi . What can I get for you ? ," I ’ d like a half a pound of ground beef , please . " " I ’ d like a half a pound of ground beef , please . "," Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean . " " Good choice ! Our ground beef is extra lean , if you know what I mean . ", Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ? Could I also have half a dozen pork chops and two pounds of boneless chicken breasts ? ," No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs . " " No , no no no chicken breasts at the moment , but we have some nice chicken thighs . "," No , that won ’ t do . I ’ ll take this smoked ham you have here . " " No , that won ’ t do . I ’ ll take this smoked ham you have here . "," Okay , is there anything else ? " " Okay , is there anything else ? ", Is this salami and bologna you have here ? Is this salami and bologna you have here ? , Yes ! It ’ s very fine meat ! Made it myself ... Yes ! It ’ s very fine meat ! Made it myself ... ," Sounds good . Okay , that ’ s it . " " Sounds good . Okay , that ’ s it . "," Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ... " " Wait ! We have T-bone , rib eye , and sirloin steaks . They are very fresh ! Just came from the slaughter house ... "," Mmm ... No that ’ s okay , really . I think that ’ s all for today . " " Mmm ... No that ’ s okay , really . I think that ’ s all for today . ", Okay . That will be thirty-four dollars and fifty cents . "Hello , I am calling to confirm my reservation for a single room . ", On which day ? On which day ? , This Friday . This Friday . ," Well , let me check for you . Yes , you are booked already . It's a single room with a bath , facing the south . " " Well , let me check for you . Yes , you are booked already . It's a single room with a bath , facing the south . ", That's right . Thank you . "Well , that's why you'r here.My source for big TV sets overcharged me on the last shipment , so I need someone new . I wanted to meet you to see if we can work together . I think ", I agree . I agree . ," Fine , but before you agree , don't you need to know what you're agreeing to ? " " Fine , but before you agree , don't you need to know what you're agreeing to ? "," I guess you're right.But like you said , you called me here to check me out . I've been doing the same . " " I guess you're right.But like you said , you called me here to check me out . I've been doing the same . "," Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair.How did I do ? " " Ha , ha , ha ! That's fair.How did I do ? "," Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together . " " Quite good , actually . I'm pretty sure you're demanding , but fair and honest . I feel we can work together . "," Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ? " " Good , well , here's what I need from you . Are you ready ? ", Shoot ! Shoot ! ," Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company.As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ? " " Well , I know you work for someone else , but as your client , please , we have to get this straight between us . I'm your client , not your company.As your client , I expect you to be square with me at all times . Can you do that ? ", I don't see a problem . I don't see a problem . , Good ! Do you have any questions ? The fried shrimp is crunchy ! But my mom will never cook shrimp this way . She always says that fried food is not healthy . , How does she cook the shrimp ? How does she cook the shrimp ? , She often cooks it in a large pan of boiling water . She often cooks it in a large pan of boiling water . ," I don't like that . I like fried food , fried potatoes , fried chicken , fried sausage ... I can't see why fried food is not healthy . " " I don't like that . I like fried food , fried potatoes , fried chicken , fried sausage ... I can't see why fried food is not healthy . ", My mom says it has a lot of fat . I also suggest you do not eat so many fried things . My mom says it has a lot of fat . I also suggest you do not eat so many fried things . , It's all right ! I often fry sausages when my mom is not at home . It's all right ! I often fry sausages when my mom is not at home . , Really ? I really want to have a try ! Really ? I really want to have a try ! , Come to my house this Sunday . My mom will not be at home then . We can cook some wonderful fried food by ourselves ! Come to my house this Sunday . My mom will not be at home then . We can cook some wonderful fried food by ourselves ! , That sounds like a good idea ! But I'm afraid my mom will be angry about it . "Look , all you do is press that button and it ’ s ready to use . ", Then what about the wire ? Then what about the wire ? , Just make sure you never touch the wire . Just make sure you never touch the wire . , So I know . Thanks . Could you explain the paper-making process to us - in very simple terms - please ? ," Well , the pulp falls from a box onto the first part of the paper machine , which is basically a wire bed with large holes in it , where most of the water is extracted . " " Well , the pulp falls from a box onto the first part of the paper machine , which is basically a wire bed with large holes in it , where most of the water is extracted . "," So , is it actually paper at this stage ? " " So , is it actually paper at this stage ? "," Yes , it is . But we need to take out more water . So it then passes through a series of rollers , where more water is squeezed out . After that it goes through the dryers , which are at a very high temperature . The paper is then coated . And finally it's wound onto reels and cut down into smaller lengths . " How many languages can you speak ? , I can speak French and German . I can speak French and German . , How well can you speak them ? How well can you speak them ? ," I can speak German quite well , but I can't speak French very well . " " I can speak German quite well , but I can't speak French very well . ", Can you help me to translate these sentences into German now ? Can you help me to translate these sentences into German now ? ," No , but I'll be able to tomorrow . " It seems a glorious day today . , I agree ... I agree ... , It's beginning to spot . It's beginning to spot . , Just now we both thought it would be fine . Did you enjoy the restaurant ? , I didn't really like it all that much . I didn't really like it all that much . , What do you think the problem was ? What do you think the problem was ? ," Well , they are pretty new . I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet . " " Well , they are pretty new . I just didn't feel that they were ready to open yet . ", How did you feel about the food ? How did you feel about the food ? , The food wasn't all that exciting . The food wasn't all that exciting . ," I don't think that the service was good , either . " " I don't think that the service was good , either . "," Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience . " " Yes , the service certainly didn't add to the experience . ", Would you like to return to this restaurant ? Would you like to return to this restaurant ? , Maybe we could try it again in a few months when things have settled down . Could you help me to register for a class ? , Do you know what class you want to take ? Do you know what class you want to take ? , Are there any Psychology classes available ? Are there any Psychology classes available ? , I believe there are still two Psychology classes open . I believe there are still two Psychology classes open . , On what days are the classes ? On what days are the classes ? , There is one class on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 . There is one class on Tuesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 . , Can you tell me about the other class ? Can you tell me about the other class ? , It's from 10-12 on Monday and Wednesday . It's from 10-12 on Monday and Wednesday . , You're positive that these are the only classes left ? You're positive that these are the only classes left ? , These two are the only ones . These two are the only ones . , The class on Monday and Wednesday will be fine . The class on Monday and Wednesday will be fine . , Very good . Do you know how happy I am ? The Ant Kingdom is a perfect world with colorful fairy tales . It seems like the air is fresh here . , Just kids like that . Just kids like that . ," Come on baby , stop trying to pretend like a man . If you go there , you are sure to like them . " " Come on baby , stop trying to pretend like a man . If you go there , you are sure to like them . ", Hurry up ! Hurry up ! What lovely caterpillars are over there ! Hurry up ! Hurry up ! What lovely caterpillars are over there ! , I said you are sure to like them . There is the Grand Parade Of Ants Carnival in a few minutes in the square . You will experience a dream of fantasy . I said you are sure to like them . There is the Grand Parade Of Ants Carnival in a few minutes in the square . You will experience a dream of fantasy . , What's that ? What's that ? , All kinds of insects dress themselves up . They drive straight their own Flower Cars along the Parade Avenue of Ants Kingdom . All kinds of insects dress themselves up . They drive straight their own Flower Cars along the Parade Avenue of Ants Kingdom . , That's splendid . Can you take three pictures of me with them ? That's splendid . Can you take three pictures of me with them ? , I thought you had grown out of such child practices . I thought you had grown out of such child practices . ," Cut it out . Look at my smile , and it seems like the flowers in the spring . Right ? " " Cut it out . Look at my smile , and it seems like the flowers in the spring . Right ? ", Gross ! Gross ! , Hurry up ! The smile is frozen on my face . I'd like to open an account please . , Would you like a savings or a chequing account ? Would you like a savings or a chequing account ? ," Savings , please . " " Savings , please . ", Right.Could you fill out this form please ? "Good afternoon , Mr . Dome ’ s office . "," This is Denise , Mr . Bruce ’ s Secretary . I was calling to confirm his meeting tomorrow with Mr . Dome at 4 o ’ clock . " " This is Denise , Mr . Bruce ’ s Secretary . I was calling to confirm his meeting tomorrow with Mr . Dome at 4 o ’ clock . "," Yes , it ’ s confirmed for here in our office . " " Yes , it ’ s confirmed for here in our office . ", Is your address still 1150 Lake Road ? Is your address still 1150 Lake Road ? ," Yes , that ’ s correct . " " Yes , that ’ s correct . ", Ok . Thank you . I've been standing here since half past seven . Where on earth have you been ? , I'm terribly sorry I'm late . I just couldn't help it . I'm terribly sorry I'm late . I just couldn't help it . , It's really very easy saying you're sorry . It's really very easy saying you're sorry . ," Look , just give me a chance . I can explain it . " "You have got a problem , haven't you ? ", Yes . I am getting fat . What should I do ? Yes . I am getting fat . What should I do ? , Eat less and exercise more . Do not eat too much sweet food . Are you voting tomorrow ? , Of course . What about you ? Of course . What about you ? , You know that I am . You know that I am . , Where is your polling place ? Where is your polling place ? , It ’ s at the park up the street . It ’ s at the park up the street . ," Oh , is that right ? " " Oh , is that right ? ", Where ’ s your polling place ? Where ’ s your polling place ? , I have no idea . I have no idea . , How come you don ’ t know where it is ? How come you don ’ t know where it is ? , Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place . Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place . , You should check online . You should check online . ," Oh , really ? Thanks , I ’ m going to do that right now . " He has so many friends supporting him . ," And he himself is very diligent . Considering all these , I think he has the ball at his feet . " " And he himself is very diligent . Considering all these , I think he has the ball at his feet . ", But he has to stick to it and to it long enough . I want to send some money to Nanchang . Is it handled here ? ," Yes , sir . How much would you like to remit ? " " Yes , sir . How much would you like to remit ? "," I want to remit 1,200 yuan to my brother in Nanchang . " " I want to remit 1,200 yuan to my brother in Nanchang . ", No problem . Do you want the money to go by M / T or T / T ? No problem . Do you want the money to go by M / T or T / T ? , What's the difference ? What's the difference ? ," If you take M / T , it will take a longer time for your brother to receive the money . " " If you take M / T , it will take a longer time for your brother to receive the money . ", OK . I'll take T / T . OK . I'll take T / T . , Would you please fill in this application form ? Would you please fill in this application form ? , All right . Here it is . All right . Here it is . ," For 1,200 yuan to Nanchang , the commission is 12 yuan . " " For 1,200 yuan to Nanchang , the commission is 12 yuan . ", Here you are . Thanks . Here you are . Thanks . , You are welcome . You are welcome . , Bye-bye . "So , how's your work ? ", Good . How about you ? Good . How about you ? ," I am going to resign . A few of the new staff have already left . Obviously , a lot of similar jobs pay much better salaries . " " I am going to resign . A few of the new staff have already left . Obviously , a lot of similar jobs pay much better salaries . ", But your company is huge . Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages . But your company is huge . Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages . ," But we have a policy of paying according to seniority in the company , so new employees get quite low salary , no matter how excellent they have done . " " But we have a policy of paying according to seniority in the company , so new employees get quite low salary , no matter how excellent they have done . ", That's shortsighted . By the time the workers are experienced and contributing . They are likely to go . That's shortsighted . By the time the workers are experienced and contributing . They are likely to go . , That's why I am going to leave . That's why I am going to leave . , But you have already worked there for five years . But you have already worked there for five years . , I am worried about my future . I can't believe that our company is as big as it is . The company can only continue to grow by taking care of its staff . I am worried about my future . I can't believe that our company is as big as it is . The company can only continue to grow by taking care of its staff . ," Well . The management doesn't seem to think that way . Anyways , you have to think twice before you act . " " Well . The management doesn't seem to think that way . Anyways , you have to think twice before you act . ", Thank you . I will . What's your name please ? , Wang Yongmei . Wang Yongmei . , Why are you applying for a visa ? Why are you applying for a visa ? , I want to immigrate to the States because my daughter works and lives there . I want to immigrate to the States because my daughter works and lives there . , How long has your daughter been in the States ? How long has your daughter been in the States ? , About nine years About nine years , What's her job ? What's her job ? ," She is a teacher in a highschool , She teaches Chinese . " " She is a teacher in a highschool , She teaches Chinese . ", OK . thank you . Could you please fill out this form ? OK . thank you . Could you please fill out this form ? , All right . "Hello , there . Welcome , and what can we assist you with ? ", Good morning . I have a Bill of Exchange against Bank Acceptance here . I'd like to discount it . Is that possible here ? Good morning . I have a Bill of Exchange against Bank Acceptance here . I'd like to discount it . Is that possible here ? ," Yes , we can do that . We require the original Trading Contract and also the VAT Invoice and the Commodity Delivery Documents . They all need to be in duplicate . " " Yes , we can do that . We require the original Trading Contract and also the VAT Invoice and the Commodity Delivery Documents . They all need to be in duplicate . "," Yes , I've got all that here . " " Yes , I've got all that here . "," Do you have a copy of the ID card of the person who took care of the legal aspects of this ? The Legal Rep , I mean ? We also need the Loan Certificate as well . Do you have that ? " " Do you have a copy of the ID card of the person who took care of the legal aspects of this ? The Legal Rep , I mean ? We also need the Loan Certificate as well . Do you have that ? "," A copy or the original ? I guess you need the original , right ? OK , I'll return shortly . " "Excuse me , Professor , I have a problem and need to leave class early . ", Why do you have to leave early ? Why do you have to leave early ? , I am not feeling well . I am not feeling well . , Could you make it up by attending my other section this week ? Could you make it up by attending my other section this week ? ," Yes , it's all taken care of . " " Yes , it's all taken care of . ", Are you leaving right away or can you stay for a few more minutes ? Are you leaving right away or can you stay for a few more minutes ? , I can stay a few more minutes . I can stay a few more minutes . ," OK , but please make sure that you get all of your make-up work completed . " " OK , but please make sure that you get all of your make-up work completed . "," Thanks , Professor . I've got it covered ! " " Thanks , Professor . I've got it covered ! "," Go do what you have to do , but make sure it doesn't happen again . " Do you know what you're going to do this weekend ? , I am going to see a movie with a friend of mine . What about you ? I am going to see a movie with a friend of mine . What about you ? , I don't know . I don't know . , Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend ? Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend ? , Do you know what movie you're going to watch ? Do you know what movie you're going to watch ? ," I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ? " " I don't know , but was there a certain movie you wanted to see ? ", None that I can think of . None that I can think of . ," Well , would you like to go ? " " Well , would you like to go ? "," Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass . " " Thank you for inviting me , but I think I'll pass . ", All right . Another time then . I was told to come to you to get a chest X-ray . ," No problem . Just take your clothes off from the waist up and put the gown on , with the opening in the back . " " No problem . Just take your clothes off from the waist up and put the gown on , with the opening in the back . ", Then what should I do ? Then what should I do ? , You will stand over here up against this plate . You will stand over here up against this plate . , Should I just stand naturally ? Should I just stand naturally ? , You will raise your arms up shoulder high . You will raise your arms up shoulder high . , Is this all right ? Is this all right ? ," Yes , you are doing great . " " Yes , you are doing great . ", Where will you be going ? Where will you be going ? ," I need to stand behind this shield . Now you will take a deep breath , hold it , and let it out . " " I need to stand behind this shield . Now you will take a deep breath , hold it , and let it out . ", Is that it ? Is that it ? , That ’ s it . You can get dressed when the film is developed . "Good afternoon , sir . May I help you ? ", I want to post this package to the United States . I want to post this package to the United States . , Do you want to mail it by air or by sea ? Do you want to mail it by air or by sea ? , By sea . "Good morning , Sir . Are you here to get some advice about our new Personal Financing Program ? ", I am indeed . What can you tell me ? I am indeed . What can you tell me ? ," The account is a compound savings account , which is in RIB and Forex . " " The account is a compound savings account , which is in RIB and Forex . ", Do I get a card ? Do I get a card ? ," Yes , you can have a Money Link card . You can also base the account on time deposits . The choice is yours . " " Yes , you can have a Money Link card . You can also base the account on time deposits . The choice is yours . ", How about the interest ? I'm not really happy with the interest I'm receiving through my Current Account . How about the interest ? I'm not really happy with the interest I'm receiving through my Current Account . , The interest on this new account is higher than any of the accounts in our Personal Financing . The interest on this new account is higher than any of the accounts in our Personal Financing . ," That sounds better . Also , can I use the one card for several accounts ? Say , if I have two or three accounts and want to transfer money from one to the other ? " " That sounds better . Also , can I use the one card for several accounts ? Say , if I have two or three accounts and want to transfer money from one to the other ? "," Yes , you can have multi-accounts on the card , you can also make transfers from the account and securities companies and various other benefits . " " Yes , you can have multi-accounts on the card , you can also make transfers from the account and securities companies and various other benefits . ", That's wonderful . "Steve , thanks for looking after Johnny . "," It was a pleasure , Mrs . Robinson . " " It was a pleasure , Mrs . Robinson . ", And this kitchen is so clean . Did you help Johnny with that ? And this kitchen is so clean . Did you help Johnny with that ? , I helped break ... I mean WASH ... all the dishes ! I helped break ... I mean WASH ... all the dishes ! ," That's great . And the garbage , too ? " " That's great . And the garbage , too ? "," Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now . " " Yeah , uh , it's outside . Listen , I really have to be going now . ", Thanks for your help ! Have you ever thought about Tom ’ s attitude ? , I ’ Ve cut it upland come to the conclusion that hi is actually sick of Jenny ’ s brother . But he likes Jenny . She is a big apple in his eye . I ’ Ve cut it upland come to the conclusion that hi is actually sick of Jenny ’ s brother . But he likes Jenny . She is a big apple in his eye . ," Love me , love my dog . He ’ s a sensible kind man . " " Love me , love my dog . He ’ s a sensible kind man . ", That ’ s why many people look up to him . "Good afternoon , everyone . The experiment is to start at 3 . Have you gone through the instructions ? "," Yes , sir . " " Yes , sir . "," Ok , now some points for attention . First of all , pay attention to safety ... Now , sign your names on the lab record , and after that you can start . If there is any question , just let me know . " " Ok , now some points for attention . First of all , pay attention to safety ... Now , sign your names on the lab record , and after that you can start . If there is any question , just let me know . "," Excuse me , sir . This air compressor doesn't work . " " Excuse me , sir . This air compressor doesn't work . ", Have you turned it on ? Have you turned it on ? ," Yes , I have . " " Yes , I have . "," Ok , I will get you another one . " " Ok , I will get you another one . ", Thank you . Where do you come from ? , I come from Greece . I come from Greece . , What's the climate like in your country ? What's the climate like in your country ? , It's very pleasant . It's very pleasant . , What's the weather like in spring ? What's the weather like in spring ? ," It's often windy in March . It's always warm in April and May , but it rains sometimes . " " It's often windy in March . It's always warm in April and May , but it rains sometimes . ", What's it like in summer ? What's it like in summer ? ," It's always hot in June , July and August . The sun shines every day . " " It's always hot in June , July and August . The sun shines every day . ", Is it cold or warm in autumn ? Is it cold or warm in autumn ? , It's always warm in September and October . It's often cold in November and it rains sometimes . It's always warm in September and October . It's often cold in November and it rains sometimes . , Is it very cold in winter ? Is it very cold in winter ? ," It's often cold in December , January and February . It snows sometimes . " It's time for bed . , I'm not ready to go to sleep . I'm not tired . I'm not ready to go to sleep . I'm not tired . ," It's quite late , and you have an early day tomorrow . " " It's quite late , and you have an early day tomorrow . ", I'm not going to be able to fall asleep . I'm not going to be able to fall asleep . , Why don't you try counting sheep ? Why don't you try counting sheep ? , I've tried that before . It really doesn't work . I've tried that before . It really doesn't work . ," That's beside the point , you still need to go to bed . " " That's beside the point , you still need to go to bed . ", Why can't I just stay up until I fall asleep ? Why can't I just stay up until I fall asleep ? ," If I let you do that , then you're just going to be up all night . " " If I let you do that , then you're just going to be up all night . ", I promise I'll go to sleep soon . I promise I'll go to sleep soon . ," No , you're going to sleep now , so good night . " " No , you're going to sleep now , so good night . ", See you in the morning . What qualities do you think a senior executive should possess ? ," Generally speaking , he needs creativity , the ability to communicate , sense of personal responsibilities , the ability to solve problems and so on . " " Generally speaking , he needs creativity , the ability to communicate , sense of personal responsibilities , the ability to solve problems and so on . ", Do you have all these qualities ? Do you have all these qualities ? ," Yes , I have all of them . I am totally competent to be a senior executive . " Sybil . Is that spelt with an I or a Y ? ," Both actually . S , Y , B , I , L . " " Both actually . S , Y , B , I , L . ", Of course . Do you have to leave soon ? , No . Actually I can stay longer . Dave called to say that there is a beautiful Chinese girl who ’ s going to pick me up at the school gate tonight at ten thirty instead of eight thirty . No . Actually I can stay longer . Dave called to say that there is a beautiful Chinese girl who ’ s going to pick me up at the school gate tonight at ten thirty instead of eight thirty . ," Oh , that ’ s better . So you don ’ t have to rush . " " Oh , that ’ s better . So you don ’ t have to rush . ", Yeah . You know what Dave just said ? Yeah . You know what Dave just said ? , What ? What ? ," He said I should put on something very nice , because this girl will be my next target . " " He said I should put on something very nice , because this girl will be my next target . ", He knows you very well . He knows you very well . ," He always makes fun of me . He always says things like that . You know the new coming teacher , a Chinese Canadian . He said she would really be my chance . " " He always makes fun of me . He always says things like that . You know the new coming teacher , a Chinese Canadian . He said she would really be my chance . "," I ’ m sure you have chances everywhere . You ’ re handsome , talkative , and got a sense of humor . You must be very popular . " " I ’ m sure you have chances everywhere . You ’ re handsome , talkative , and got a sense of humor . You must be very popular . "," No , you ’ re kidding . I ’ m not taking it seriously . " "What have you been up to , Johnny ? "," You know-sweeping , scrubbing , washing , drying , waxing , polishing ... " " You know-sweeping , scrubbing , washing , drying , waxing , polishing ... "," Wow , your grandma's really having a field day with you , huh ? " " Wow , your grandma's really having a field day with you , huh ? ", You got that right ... and my mom's still mad about what we did with the dishes . You got that right ... and my mom's still mad about what we did with the dishes . ," You have all the fun , don't you ? " " You have all the fun , don't you ? "," Listen , I'd better get back to the grindstone . " " Listen , I'd better get back to the grindstone . "," Sure thing , Johnny . Watch out for dishpan hands there , kid ! " "Excuse me , I ’ Ve been waiting here for fifteen minutes.Do you know why the traffic is so heavy ? "," A lorry overturned on the road and blocked it , so all the traffic was held up . " " A lorry overturned on the road and blocked it , so all the traffic was held up . "," Oh , what a terrible situation ! This traffic is unbearable . " " Oh , what a terrible situation ! This traffic is unbearable . "," Yeah , traffic was brought to a standstill by the accident . If we had gone early we would miss the traffic . " " Yeah , traffic was brought to a standstill by the accident . If we had gone early we would miss the traffic . "," I agree with you . But now we have to wait . The sky is overcast , and it is very sultry . I fear a thunder storm is brewing . " " I agree with you . But now we have to wait . The sky is overcast , and it is very sultry . I fear a thunder storm is brewing . ", Don ’ t worry . The traffic jam is said to be over soon . Don ’ t worry . The traffic jam is said to be over soon . ," Yes , I hope so . Thank you for telling me this . " " Yes , I hope so . Thank you for telling me this . ", It ’ s my pleasure . Have you heard about the new iPhone ? ," yes , I heard it's supposed to come out in June . Are you thinking about getting one ? " " yes , I heard it's supposed to come out in June . Are you thinking about getting one ? "," I'd like to . It's a cell phone , camera , PAD and mp3 player all in one . " " I'd like to . It's a cell phone , camera , PAD and mp3 player all in one . "," if I had enough money , I'd buy one , but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods . " " if I had enough money , I'd buy one , but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods . ", how big is a shuffle iPod ? how big is a shuffle iPod ? , the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first . the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first . , how many gigs of music can it hold ? how many gigs of music can it hold ? , I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember . I think it's either one or two gigs . I can't remember . , how much do they cost ? how much do they cost ? , not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars . not much at all . I think it's about 100 dollars . ," you're right , that's not bad at all . " " you're right , that's not bad at all . ", do you have an iPod ? do you have an iPod ? ," I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one . " " I got one for my birthday when they first came out , but after the battery died out , I never brought another one . ", why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ? why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it ? ," that's one of the problems with having an iPod . Though an iPod might have an above average battery life , once the battery is dead , so is your iPod . " What ? I don't get it ... , Many of the slower dances are danced to the lyrics of tragedies . He meant that you turned it into a comedy . Many of the slower dances are danced to the lyrics of tragedies . He meant that you turned it into a comedy . ," Well , I'm glad I made everyone happy . " " Well , I'm glad I made everyone happy . ", He meant it in a good way . You added a little spice to the performance . He meant it in a good way . You added a little spice to the performance . , I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ... I'm glad you guys all have such a good sense of humor . Ha-ha ... ," Of course ! That's why I always say , Eat , drink and be Greek ! " What is your technical title ? , I am an Assistant Electronics Engineer . I am an Assistant Electronics Engineer . , Why do you choose this field as your career ? Why do you choose this field as your career ? , I've wanted to be involved in engineering ever since I was little . And my study has equipped me with a career as a mechanical engineer . "Hello , I hope to get a room for the night . ", Do you have a reservation ? Do you have a reservation ? ," Sorry , I don't . " " Sorry , I don't . ", Let me see if I can fit you in . What kind of room do you want ? Let me see if I can fit you in . What kind of room do you want ? , I only need a single room . I only need a single room . , Smoking or non-smoking ? Smoking or non-smoking ? , Smoking if possible . Smoking if possible . ," You are in luck , we have one free . " " You are in luck , we have one free . ", I am very grateful . How much will it be ? I am very grateful . How much will it be ? , That will be 600 RIB . Could I have your credit card please ? That will be 600 RIB . Could I have your credit card please ? , Oh dear . I don't have it with me . Do you take debit cards or should I pay with cash ? Oh dear . I don't have it with me . Do you take debit cards or should I pay with cash ? , A debit card will be fine . Yesterday I read hamlet.such a fantastic book ! , You said it.No one can match Shakespeare in artistic talent . You said it.No one can match Shakespeare in artistic talent . , I do agree with you . "Hello , Tom . Where are you heading for ? "," I am going to a movie theater . You know there is a new action film produced by Hollywood . A thriller , really . " " I am going to a movie theater . You know there is a new action film produced by Hollywood . A thriller , really . ", Another terror film ? There is too much terror and violence in the films . Do you like seeing such a picture ? Another terror film ? There is too much terror and violence in the films . Do you like seeing such a picture ? ," I don't really like seeing bloody frames , but I appreciate the lifelike frames simulated with the highly skillful special effects . " Which department do you want to register with ? , I want to see a dentist . I want to see a dentist . ," Please pay the registration fee , 10 Yuan . " " Please pay the registration fee , 10 Yuan . "," OK , thank you . " Your request for compensation makes me surprised . What happened ? , It is because of the quality . It is because of the quality . , Could you tell me the particulars ? Could you tell me the particulars ? ," I told you that we want first-class goods . So the quality , specification and price are clarified in our contract . Do you remember those details ? " " I told you that we want first-class goods . So the quality , specification and price are clarified in our contract . Do you remember those details ? "," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", The re-examination results indicate that one-third of the goods are not up to standard . The re-examination results indicate that one-third of the goods are not up to standard . , Really ? We began to load the goods after we made sure they were qualified . Really ? We began to load the goods after we made sure they were qualified . ," I told you the truth . According to the contract , if you fail to honor the contract , we are entitled to cancel it . " "It's amazing to me how international business has become . Take my store for example . On any given day , you will find imported items from more than 20 different countries on our shelves . ", How many different varieties of products do you import from China ? How many different varieties of products do you import from China ? ," China provides the bulk of our product inventory , for sure . We import more than 40 different items from China . Most of the imports that come out of China are low-grade plastics or toys . Japan produces many electronic exports , Germany produces excellent mechanical exports . " " China provides the bulk of our product inventory , for sure . We import more than 40 different items from China . Most of the imports that come out of China are low-grade plastics or toys . Japan produces many electronic exports , Germany produces excellent mechanical exports . ", Do you import any food items ? Do you import any food items ? ," Generally speaking , food items are difficult to import . Food with the short shelf life is liable to spoil in the time it takes to ship from one place to another . The only food items we import are specialty canned or preserved foods . The shelf life is longer for these products . " "Excuse me , but could you tell me the way to the railway station ? ", The railway station ? Just go down this street and turn left at the second corner.The station is at the end of that street . The railway station ? Just go down this street and turn left at the second corner.The station is at the end of that street . , How long will it take me to get there ? How long will it take me to get there ? , It's about a ten-minute walk . It's about a ten-minute walk . , That's very clear . I think I can find my way now.Thank you . That's very clear . I think I can find my way now.Thank you . , Not at all . "Anna , Would you like to dance ? "," I ’ d love to , but I ’ m a terrible dancer . I ’ m afraid I may step on your toes . " " I ’ d love to , but I ’ m a terrible dancer . I ’ m afraid I may step on your toes . ", Don ’ t worry about it . I ’ ll show you how . It ’ s a piece of cake . Don ’ t worry about it . I ’ ll show you how . It ’ s a piece of cake . , Thank you . I ’ ll try my best . What kind of job have you ever had ? , I used to work as a teacher . I used to work as a teacher . , How did you like your job ? How did you like your job ? ," Oh , if I hadn't moved here I would never thought of changing it . " "How do you like your overcoat , sir ? ", It's a bit too large . Would you please shorten the sleeves ? It's a bit too large . Would you please shorten the sleeves ? ," OK , no problem . Let me take your measurement . " " OK , no problem . Let me take your measurement . "," Besides , can you take up the hem one inch ? " " Besides , can you take up the hem one inch ? ", Fine . How's your new apartment ? ," I thought it was in a quiet neighborhood , but it isn't . " " I thought it was in a quiet neighborhood , but it isn't . ", What's wrong ? What's wrong ? , One of my neighbors has a dog . One of my neighbors has a dog . , Does it make a lot of noise ? Does it make a lot of noise ? , It barks all night long . Could you help me ? , What do you need ? What do you need ? , I can't seem to find my class . I can't seem to find my class . , What building is it in ? What building is it in ? , It's in the C building . It's in the C building . ," Oh , I know exactly where that is . " " Oh , I know exactly where that is . ", Do you think you can tell me where it is ? Do you think you can tell me where it is ? ," Sure , what room number is it ? " " Sure , what room number is it ? ", It's room number 261 . It's room number 261 . , I have a class around there right now . I have a class around there right now . , Could you show me where it is ? Could you show me where it is ? ," No problem , come on . " This shirt is really nice . ," You have a very good taste , sir . Would you like to try it on ? " " You have a very good taste , sir . Would you like to try it on ? ", OK . I'll try on a medium size . OK . I'll try on a medium size . , Here you are Here you are , Where is the fitting room ? Where is the fitting room ? , It's just around the comer . It's just around the comer . , It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ? It's too big tor me . Do you have a smaller one ? ," Yes . One moment , please . " "Excuse me , sir . I wonder if I could exchange the shoes for a larger one . "," No problem . May I see your receipt , please ? " " No problem . May I see your receipt , please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , That's right . Now try on this one . It's size 41 . Why don ’ t we go for Teppanyaki tonight ? ," Mmm ... to be honest , I ’ d rather go for a pizza . " " Mmm ... to be honest , I ’ d rather go for a pizza . "," Actually , I haven ’ t had a pizza for a while . Let ’ s do that then . " " Actually , I haven ’ t had a pizza for a while . Let ’ s do that then . "," Ok , shall we go to Pizza Hut or Pizza Italia ? " " Ok , shall we go to Pizza Hut or Pizza Italia ? "," If it were up to me , I ’ d prefer to go to Pizza Hut . The toppings are much tastier . " " If it were up to me , I ’ d prefer to go to Pizza Hut . The toppings are much tastier . "," I think you ’ re absolutely right . Ok , that ’ s decided then ! " " I think you ’ re absolutely right . Ok , that ’ s decided then ! ", See you tonight . I am really excited ! , Why are you so excited ? Why are you so excited ? , I just got done voting . I just got done voting . ," This was your first time voting , wasn ’ t it ? " " This was your first time voting , wasn ’ t it ? ", I just turned 18 last month . I just turned 18 last month . , That is so lucky of you . That is so lucky of you . , Why ? Why ? , You turned 18 a month before the election . You turned 18 a month before the election . , I didn ’ t think of it that way . I didn ’ t think of it that way . , Are you serious ? Are you serious ? ," Seriously , but I ’ m excited that I did . " " Seriously , but I ’ m excited that I did . ", Congratulations on being a part of history . Let's sell our stocks now . , Why ? They keep going up . Why ? They keep going up . , I have a feeling they're about to go down in a few days . "Come in , young man . "," ( while shaking hands ) I am Zhang Wei , nice to meet you , sir . " " ( while shaking hands ) I am Zhang Wei , nice to meet you , sir . "," I am Smith , the personnel director . Please have a seat , son . " " I am Smith , the personnel director . Please have a seat , son . ", Thank you . Have you received my resume ? Thank you . Have you received my resume ? ," Actually , I haven ’ t had time to look it over . Did you bring another copy with you ? " " Actually , I haven ’ t had time to look it over . Did you bring another copy with you ? "," Of course , here you are , sir . " " Of course , here you are , sir . ", Call me Mr . Smith . Call me Mr . Smith . ," Certainly , it would be my pleasure , Mr . Smith . " when are you going to give me those brochures ? , What ’ s the rush ? You ’ re not leaving for another week . What ’ s the rush ? You ’ re not leaving for another week . ," I know , but I want to make reservations this week . " " I know , but I want to make reservations this week . ", Okay . I ’ ll bring them in tomorrow for sure . "Wake up , it's time for school . ", I'm so tired . Let me sleep for five more minutes . I'm so tired . Let me sleep for five more minutes . , You have to get up and get ready for school . You have to get up and get ready for school . ," I know , but just five more minutes . " " I know , but just five more minutes . "," I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up . " " I can't let you go back to sleep , because you won't wake back up . "," I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes . " " I promise I'll wake up , in five minutes . "," You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed . " " You still need to eat breakfast , take a shower , and get dressed . "," I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes . " " I realize that , and I can do all that when I wake up in five minutes . ", I don't want you to be late for school today . I don't want you to be late for school today . , I'm not going to be late today . I'm not going to be late today . ," Fine , five more minutes . " " Fine , five more minutes . ", Thank you . "Hey , Jim . It's time to wake up and get out of bed . ", Do I have to get up now ? " You'd better get up , or you'll be late . ", What're you talking about ? My alarm even hasn't gone off yet . What're you talking about ? My alarm even hasn't gone off yet . ," Yes , it did . It went off thirty minutes ago . You slept right through it . You're like a dead person while you sleep . " " Yes , it did . It went off thirty minutes ago . You slept right through it . You're like a dead person while you sleep . ", I must have slept right through it . Just let me sleep five more minutes . , The early bird gets the worm . The early bird gets the worm . ," I know , I know . But I don't want any worms . " " I know , I know . But I don't want any worms . "," Ha ! Ha ! If you don't make an effort now , later on it'll be a lot tougher for you . " Crossed cousin marriage is not allowed in China . , It it true of many countries . It it true of many countries . , You know why ? You know why ? ," Sure . If people are near in blood , they might pass on some genetic disease to the next generation . " What is today ? , Thursday . Thursday . , So the weekend is coming ! How about seeing a film ! So the weekend is coming ! How about seeing a film ! , I'd love to . Good morning . , Would you mind moving to the middle of the bus ? Would you mind moving to the middle of the bus ? , Of course not . But I don't know when to get off . Of course not . But I don't know when to get off . , Where are you going ? Where are you going ? , I'm going to Wangfujing . I'm going to Wangfujing . , Don't worry . I'll let you know when we get there . Don't worry . I'll let you know when we get there . , Thank you very much . are you a blogger ? , sure I am . I've been writing a blog for almost three years . sure I am . I've been writing a blog for almost three years . ," oh , it seems that I'm the only one who never blogs . When did you get started ? " " oh , it seems that I'm the only one who never blogs . When did you get started ? ", I began blogging when I first went to the US for my graduate strides . I began blogging when I first went to the US for my graduate strides . , what do you usually write about ? what do you usually write about ? ," at first , I'll write about my life there . Like interesting things on the campus , travel stories , special English words that I come across . Sometimes , I'll post my pictures on my blog so my family an " " at first , I'll write about my life there . Like interesting things on the campus , travel stories , special English words that I come across . Sometimes , I'll post my pictures on my blog so my family an ", that's interesting . How often do you write a blog ? that's interesting . How often do you write a blog ? ," it's random . If there happen to be a lot of things going on , I may add several new entries in a week , and if I've got nothing to share , I may leave my blog untouched for weeks . " " it's random . If there happen to be a lot of things going on , I may add several new entries in a week , and if I've got nothing to share , I may leave my blog untouched for weeks . ", got it . Are you still updating your blog ? got it . Are you still updating your blog ? ," sure , since I came back from the US , I've been keeping the habit of blogging , simply to share my personal insights on any topic I like . " " sure , since I came back from the US , I've been keeping the habit of blogging , simply to share my personal insights on any topic I like . ", good for you . I know many people just leave their blogs alone after the first few months . I made a reservation three days ago.My name is George Smith . ," Just a moment , please.Yes , I can let you have Room 560 with a view of the sea . " " Just a moment , please.Yes , I can let you have Room 560 with a view of the sea . ", That's very kind of you . How much for these autographed Elvis records ? , Thirty bucks a record . Or five for one hundred and twenty bucks . Thirty bucks a record . Or five for one hundred and twenty bucks . ," Uh , I'm not sure . Are these all in good condition ? " " Uh , I'm not sure . Are these all in good condition ? ", Absolutely . I bought them from the King's estate myself ! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks . Absolutely . I bought them from the King's estate myself ! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks . , I don't really need five . I don't really need five . , OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer . OK . Five for eighty-five bucks . That's my final offer . ," Oh , why not ? I'll take ' em . " Excuse me . I have just missed the connection plane due to the heavy fog in London . Can I change my ticket now ? , Please Show your ticket and passport . Please Show your ticket and passport . , Here you are . Here you are . , Which flight do you want to change ? Which flight do you want to change ? , The next one to my destination . I have to be there as soon as possible . Is this taxi taken ? ," No , sir . Where to ? " " No , sir . Where to ? ", Please take me to this address . Please take me to this address . , OK . Please step in . I know where it is . "Hey , did you hear the news ? "," No , what's up ? " " No , what's up ? ", Miss Yang is dating the manager who's married . Miss Yang is dating the manager who's married . , You're joking ! You're joking ! , No joke ! That's why she hasn't married yet . Our national economy is increasing hand over fist . , That ’ s really a good phenomenon to see . That ’ s really a good phenomenon to see . , I hope it ’ ll continue for a long time . "Excuse me , Miss . ", What can I do for you ? What can I do for you ? , I've just heard an announcement that my flight has been delayed . I've just heard an announcement that my flight has been delayed . , What's your flight number ? What's your flight number ? , Flight CA216 to Chengdu . Flight CA216 to Chengdu . ," Yes , it's true . It has been delayed . " " Yes , it's true . It has been delayed . ", Could you please tell me why ? Could you please tell me why ? ," Yes , of course . The delay is due to heavy rain . " " Yes , of course . The delay is due to heavy rain . ", How long will the delay be ? Do you have any further information about it ? How long will the delay be ? Do you have any further information about it ? ," I am sorry , we don't know the extent of the delay at present . But according to the latest weather forecast , there will be a change in weather soon . " " I am sorry , we don't know the extent of the delay at present . But according to the latest weather forecast , there will be a change in weather soon . "," We have to wait . Well , is it possible for the rain to stop before noon ? " " We have to wait . Well , is it possible for the rain to stop before noon ? ", It's hard to say . Weather is so changeable in the summer . Please listen to the latest announcement about your flight . It's hard to say . Weather is so changeable in the summer . Please listen to the latest announcement about your flight . ," Yes , I will . Thanks a lot . Bye ! " " Yes , I will . Thanks a lot . Bye ! ", Bye What's wrong with you ? , I have got a run . Can you tell me where is the restroom ? I have got a run . Can you tell me where is the restroom ? , It's just around the comer.Would you need some pills ? It's just around the comer.Would you need some pills ? ," No , thank you . I have brought some . " Do you have any special interests besides your job ? , My chief interest is swimming and climbing with my friends . My chief interest is swimming and climbing with my friends . , What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ? What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy ? ," I think that the most important thing is you can ’ t live all by himself . It takes a lot of people working and cooperating together . The more really close friends I have , the better . " " I think that the most important thing is you can ’ t live all by himself . It takes a lot of people working and cooperating together . The more really close friends I have , the better . ", There is a reason in what you say . "What can I do for you , Madam ? ", I'd like to buy a pair of leather shoes . I'd like to buy a pair of leather shoes . , What size do you take ? What size do you take ? , Size 38 or 39 . Size 38 or 39 . , How about this pair ? They're well-made . How about this pair ? They're well-made . ," But they are a little tight , They Pinch . " " But they are a little tight , They Pinch . "," In fact , They'll stretch a bit later . " " In fact , They'll stretch a bit later . ", I know.But can you show me a little larger size ? I know.But can you show me a little larger size ? , All right.Here you are . All right.Here you are . , This pair fits me perfectly . I feel comfortable . What game do you like ? , I like board games . I like chinese chess and draughts . I like board games . I like chinese chess and draughts . ," I ’ Ve never played Chinese chess before , but I ’ Ve seen old men playing it in the street . It looks complicated . " " I ’ Ve never played Chinese chess before , but I ’ Ve seen old men playing it in the street . It looks complicated . "," It ’ s about as complicated as chess . The basic rule and moves are simple enough , but there are many strategies that players need to learn . " " It ’ s about as complicated as chess . The basic rule and moves are simple enough , but there are many strategies that players need to learn . ", I like playing cards . I ’ m pretty good at poker . Do you play cards ? I like playing cards . I ’ m pretty good at poker . Do you play cards ? ," I ’ m terrible at cards and so I never play games which involve gambling , like poker . If I did , I ’ d lose all my money . " " I ’ m terrible at cards and so I never play games which involve gambling , like poker . If I did , I ’ d lose all my money . ", Do you play bridge ? Do you play bridge ? ," Yes , I do . It ’ s hard to find four players though , so I don ’ t play very often . Do you know anyone who plays ? If so , we could set up a game . " " Yes , I do . It ’ s hard to find four players though , so I don ’ t play very often . Do you know anyone who plays ? If so , we could set up a game . "," I can play quite well . I have a friend who likes playing , but she ’ s not very good at it . Shall I invite her to play ? " " I can play quite well . I have a friend who likes playing , but she ’ s not very good at it . Shall I invite her to play ? "," Sure , I have a friend who play fairly well . We should find out when our friends are free and arrange a game . " " Sure , I have a friend who play fairly well . We should find out when our friends are free and arrange a game . ", I ’ ll call my friend now . you call yours . What are you doing ? , What am I doing ? What am I doing ? Don ’ t you know what day it is ? What am I doing ? What am I doing ? Don ’ t you know what day it is ? , Mumm . no . Mumm . no . , It ’ s only the day when the world ’ s biggest sporting event is kicking off . It ’ s only the day when the world ’ s biggest sporting event is kicking off . , What ? What ? , The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ’ s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ’ s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa The World Cup ! The first match is today ! It ’ s Mexico vs . South Africa ! It ’ s going to be a really good match ! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players . I think that South Africa , I have no idea what you ’ re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl . I have no idea what you ’ re talking about . The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl . ," This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g " " This is bigger than the Super Bowl , man ! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy . They first start in a group stage with bigger groups , each g "," Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ’ t really appeal to me . " " Sounds interesting , but soccer doesn ’ t really appeal to me . "," Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ’ s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec " " Are you kidding ? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup ! It ’ s a very exciting and nerve wracking sport ! Each nation is cheering on their team , hoping they will bec "," All I know about soccer is that you can ’ t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me ! " " All I know about soccer is that you can ’ t use your hands and that players are always falling down , trying to get a free kick or penalty kick . It seems like a sissy sport to me ! "," Whatever , I ’ m going to go watch the opening match . " "Hey , Blake ! Are you still listening to Mozart ? ", Yes.Do you like it ? Yes.Do you like it ? , It's great . and I ' Ve heard that listening to Mozart can make you more intelligent . It's great . and I ' Ve heard that listening to Mozart can make you more intelligent . , Really ? I've never heard that before . I just like it . Really ? I've never heard that before . I just like it . , Is classical music your favorite ? Is classical music your favorite ? , Yes . What about you ? Yes . What about you ? , I Like pop music best . Classical music is a bit too heavy for me . I can't get fully relaxed in it . I Like pop music best . Classical music is a bit too heavy for me . I can't get fully relaxed in it . , Pop music doesn't have any depth for me . Pop music doesn't have any depth for me . ," Yeah , that's why I can enjoy myself in it . " " Yeah , that's why I can enjoy myself in it . ", Did you always like pop music . Did you always like pop music . ," I think so , since I was in primary school . How long have you been interested in classical music . " " I think so , since I was in primary school . How long have you been interested in classical music . ", I didn't like it at all until I started to learn violin when I was eight . From then on . classical music has been an important part of my life . I didn't like it at all until I started to learn violin when I was eight . From then on . classical music has been an important part of my life . ," oh , I didn't know you can play the violin . Do you still play . " " oh , I didn't know you can play the violin . Do you still play . "," Sometimes , but these days I'm often too busy . " Ben always appears rude to the people around him . , But he's really kind at heart . But he's really kind at heart . , That's true . We can not judge people by appearance . Actually I have a passion for Chinese literature . , You do ? You do ? ," Yeah , those classics from the great writers . " " Yeah , those classics from the great writers . ", But I find Japanese ones better . "I feel terrible , but I've just broken your ashtray . ", It's nothing to get upset about . It's nothing to get upset about . , I don't know what to say . I'd like to replace it . I don't know what to say . I'd like to replace it . , No . It's out of the question . "Sorry to bother you , but do you have change for a one ? ", I'll have to look . What do you want it for ? I'll have to look . What do you want it for ? , I need it for the parking meter . I need it for the parking meter . ," I can give you quarters , if that'll help . " The doctor sent me over here to have my blood drawn . ," Certainly , please have a seat and roll up your left sleeve . " " Certainly , please have a seat and roll up your left sleeve . ", What is this test for ? What is this test for ? ," Well , today your doctor wants us to check your white blood cell count . " " Well , today your doctor wants us to check your white blood cell count . ", What does that tell him ? What does that tell him ? ," Well , if it is elevated , you might have an infection . " " Well , if it is elevated , you might have an infection . ", Will the blood test hurt ? Will the blood test hurt ? , It is only a little pin stick . I am going to put a tourniquet on your arm to puff your veins up . It is only a little pin stick . I am going to put a tourniquet on your arm to puff your veins up . , Ouch ! Ouch ! , There we go ! I got the blood that I needed . "Good morning . I need to speak with the property manager , please . ", Good morning . You are speaking to the property manager . Good morning . You are speaking to the property manager . ," While it was raining last night , water started leaking in from the ceiling . " " While it was raining last night , water started leaking in from the ceiling . ", Was it leaking in the bedroom ? Was it leaking in the bedroom ? , It was in the living room . It was in the living room . , Can you tell me which floor you are on ? Can you tell me which floor you are on ? , We are on the bottom floor . We are on the bottom floor . , I would like to look at the leak . Will you be home this morning ? I would like to look at the leak . Will you be home this morning ? ," Yes , someone will be here to let you in . " " Yes , someone will be here to let you in . "," Just in case you have to leave , we will just use the master key . " Sorry to interrupt . Can I have a word with you ? , Certainly.Go ahead . I want to have a continental breakfast . ," Here is the coffee , toast and bacon . Do you like fried eggs or poached ones ? " " Here is the coffee , toast and bacon . Do you like fried eggs or poached ones ? "," Neither , can I have them scrambled ? " " Neither , can I have them scrambled ? ", Of course . They will be ready in a few minutes . Thanks for your hospitality . , You're welcome . Do you need any help ? ," En , I am looking for the shop . Can you tell me where it is ? " " En , I am looking for the shop . Can you tell me where it is ? "," Walk along the way and then turn left , It's right there . " " Walk along the way and then turn left , It's right there . ", Thank you . Do I have to pay duty if I want to buy something ? Thank you . Do I have to pay duty if I want to buy something ? ," No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop . " " No , you don't have to . It's a duty-free shop . ", Thank you so much . "Johnny , are you just sitting around again ? ", I'm just taking a break between washing the windows and cleaning the toilet . I'm just taking a break between washing the windows and cleaning the toilet . , I'd say all you've done is moved the dirt from the windows on to your face and hands . Disgraceful ! I'd say all you've done is moved the dirt from the windows on to your face and hands . Disgraceful ! ," I'm doing my best , Grandma ... " " I'm doing my best , Grandma ... "," Your best isn't good enough . Back in my day , I'd clean a whole hospital with a toothbrush and spit , and it'd be twice as clean as this sty ! " " Your best isn't good enough . Back in my day , I'd clean a whole hospital with a toothbrush and spit , and it'd be twice as clean as this sty ! "," Uh-oh , here we go ... " "Hey , if you're not busy this weekend , would you like to go see a movie ? ", Sounds good . What should we see ? Sounds good . What should we see ? , How about that European movie ? How about that European movie ? , You mean the one starring John Travolta ? You mean the one starring John Travolta ? ," Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding . " " Yeah , that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding . ", Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday . Sounds like an interesting film . Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday . ," Okay , see you then . " This is exciting ! Thank you so much ! ," My pleasure . Release the parking brake , and we're almost ready to go . " " My pleasure . Release the parking brake , and we're almost ready to go . "," Boy oh , boy ! This is so cool . Let's rock and roll ! " " Boy oh , boy ! This is so cool . Let's rock and roll ! "," OK . Relax . This car is an automatic , so you don't have to worry about a clutch . " " OK . Relax . This car is an automatic , so you don't have to worry about a clutch . ", Which one of these is the gas pedal ? What's wrong with the photocopier ? , The toner has run out and there's none in the stationery cupboard . The toner has run out and there's none in the stationery cupboard . ," I need to make six copies of this report for the Board Meeting tomorrow . Ring Office Supplies and ask if they have any in stock . If they can't deliver this afternoon , I'll go and collect it . " "Hi , Ann . I was wondering if you are free tomorrow night ? "," Well , George . I guess I am . Why do you ask ? " " Well , George . I guess I am . Why do you ask ? ", I've just gotten a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening premiere . Are you interested ? I've just gotten a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening premiere . Are you interested ? ," Yeah , definitely ! Thanks for inviting me . " " Yeah , definitely ! Thanks for inviting me . ", My pleasure . My pleasure . ," I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ? " " I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day , but the pre-sale tickets were sold out . How did you manage to get hold of them ? "," A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece . " " A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi , which is a major sponsor of the movie . He was able to get the tickets for free , and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece . ", You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price . You paid 50 dollars for each ticket ? That's a huge premium over the regular price . ," Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day . " " Not really . Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market . Besides , I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day . "," Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ? " " Wow ! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake . I really appreciate that . So , what time are we going ? "," Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you . " " Well , let's see . The movie stars at 10 . We should be there at least 1 hour earlier , because there is a big line . I could pick you up at your house at 8 , if that's ok with you . "," 8 pm , that's fine with me . " " 8 pm , that's fine with me . ", Okay . Okay . , So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 . So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8 . ," Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night . " " Yeah , that's great . I'll see you tomorrow night . "," Ok , George . Bye ! " " Ok , George . Bye ! "," Bye , Ann ! " Good evening . Welcome to our program . ," Thank you . Good evening , Mr.Dean . " " Thank you . Good evening , Mr.Dean . "," Would you tell us your name , please ? " " Would you tell us your name , please ? ", I'm Helen Baker . I'm Helen Baker . ," Glad to meet you , Ms.Baker . " " Glad to meet you , Ms.Baker . "," Glad to meet you , too . " " Glad to meet you , too . "," Where are you from , Ms.Baker ? " " Where are you from , Ms.Baker ? ", I'm from New Zealand . I'm from New Zealand . , What do you do for a living ? What do you do for a living ? , I'm a teacher . I'm a teacher . ," Thank you for coming , Ms.baker . " I ’ m sure that the boy will become nobody when he grows up . ," Be careful of what you say , or you ’ ll have to eat humble pie . " " Be careful of what you say , or you ’ ll have to eat humble pie . "," Eat humble pie ? Impossible , I ’ Ve never been wrong in judging boys like him . " "Hello , Mr . Smith , I am returning to Shanghai by the 10:00 plane . I am calling to thank you for all your help during my stay here . ", Don't mention it . It's been my pleasure . Don't mention it . It's been my pleasure . ," Next time you are in Shanghai , please let me know , and let me be of some assistance to you . " " Next time you are in Shanghai , please let me know , and let me be of some assistance to you . ", OK . I will . OK . I will . ," Have a nice flight back , and take care . Thanks for your call . " "Honey , the house is such a mess ! I need you to help me tidy up a bit . My boss and her husband are coming over for dinner and the house needs to be spotless ! ", I ’ m in the middle of something right now . I ’ ll be there in a second . I ’ m in the middle of something right now . I ’ ll be there in a second . , This can ’ t wait ! I need your help now ! This can ’ t wait ! I need your help now ! ," Alright , alright . I ’ m coming . " " Alright , alright . I ’ m coming . "," Ok , here ’ s a list of chores we need to get done . I'll do the dishes and get all the groceries for tonight.You can sweep and mop the floors . Oh , and the furniture needs to be dusted . " " Ok , here ’ s a list of chores we need to get done . I'll do the dishes and get all the groceries for tonight.You can sweep and mop the floors . Oh , and the furniture needs to be dusted . "," You know what , I have to pick something up at the mall , so why don ’ t you clean the floors and I'll go to the supermarket and get all the groceries . " " You know what , I have to pick something up at the mall , so why don ’ t you clean the floors and I'll go to the supermarket and get all the groceries . ", Sure that ’ s fine . Here is the list of all the things you need to get . Don't forget anything ! And can you pick up a bottle of wine on your way home ? Sure that ’ s fine . Here is the list of all the things you need to get . Don't forget anything ! And can you pick up a bottle of wine on your way home ? ," Hey , honey I ’ m back . Wow , the house looks really good ! " " Hey , honey I ’ m back . Wow , the house looks really good ! ", Great ! Can you set the table ? Great ! Can you set the table ? , Just a sec I ’ m just gonna vacuum this rug real fast . Just a sec I ’ m just gonna vacuum this rug real fast . , Wait ! Don ’ t turn it on ... I have a taste for something sweet . , What are you thinking ? What are you thinking ? , I want some kind of dessert . I want some kind of dessert . ," Well , what kind of dessert do you want ? " " Well , what kind of dessert do you want ? ", I was thinking about ordering some kind of pie . I was thinking about ordering some kind of pie . , Do you know what kind you want ? Do you know what kind you want ? , I honestly don't know . I honestly don't know . , Did you want to know my favorite kind of pie ? Did you want to know my favorite kind of pie ? , What's your favorite kind ? What's your favorite kind ? , My absolutely favorite kind of pie is apple . My absolutely favorite kind of pie is apple . , That sounds really good to me right now . That sounds really good to me right now . , I'm happy to help . Here's the restaurant we're meeting the Smiths at . , Let's go in to wait for them . Let's go in to wait for them . , After you . "It's quit a big cafeteria , isn't it ? ", Sure . I usually have my lunch here . The food is tasty and they offer a big variety . Sure . I usually have my lunch here . The food is tasty and they offer a big variety . , Let's line up . The steak is very inviting . I'll have it . Let's line up . The steak is very inviting . I'll have it . , I'll have ham and egg with French fries . What dessert do you want ? I'll have ham and egg with French fries . What dessert do you want ? , Banana pie . Banana pie . , Where shall we sit ? Where shall we sit ? , How about there ? Mmmm ... This apartment seems a little expensive . Do you have any cheap studios ? ," Actually , the one-bedroom is the only vacant apartment right now . " " Actually , the one-bedroom is the only vacant apartment right now . ", Do you think any studios will open up soon ? Do you think any studios will open up soon ? ," No , not for a few months . " Mrs . Reynolds ? This is Martin Gross calling . ," Hi , Martin . What can I do for you ? " " Hi , Martin . What can I do for you ? "," Well , I ’ Ve got the spread sheets you asked for , but I ’ m still waiting on some data from accounting . " " Well , I ’ Ve got the spread sheets you asked for , but I ’ m still waiting on some data from accounting . ", That ’ s all right . Bring me over what you ’ Ve got . More and more women don ’ t want to stay at home and keep house now . , This is the result of women ’ s liberation . This is the result of women ’ s liberation . ," Now , many people think that women ’ s liberation is a kind of civilization , but children are getting less love from their mother because of that . What is your opinion ? " " Now , many people think that women ’ s liberation is a kind of civilization , but children are getting less love from their mother because of that . What is your opinion ? ", I have no idea . Hi . This is the Customer Service . How can I help you ? , Hi . I bought one of your vacuums from spend-wart . It ’ s broken now . Hi . I bought one of your vacuums from spend-wart . It ’ s broken now . , Is it under warranty ? Is it under warranty ? , I think so . I bought it four months ago . I think so . I bought it four months ago . ," Yes , it is still covered by our warranty . Tell me the mode number of your vacuum , please . " " Yes , it is still covered by our warranty . Tell me the mode number of your vacuum , please . ", Okay . The model number is 6594 - c . Okay . The model number is 6594 - c . ," What ’ s your address , your name and your phone number ? " " What ’ s your address , your name and your phone number ? ", 906 Ottawa street . My name is David Yang . My phone number is 713-786-0234 . 906 Ottawa street . My name is David Yang . My phone number is 713-786-0234 . , Okay . There are two Customer Service Offices in your area . The nearest one is Chadwick and Hacks Appliances . Okay . There are two Customer Service Offices in your area . The nearest one is Chadwick and Hacks Appliances . , Could you tell me where the office is located ? Could you tell me where the office is located ? , Sure . 878 Fennel South . Sure . 878 Fennel South . ," Oh , I know that place . It ’ s only two minutes drive . " " Oh , I know that place . It ’ s only two minutes drive . ", You have to call the office first . You have to call the office first . , All right . Thank you very much for your help . All right . Thank you very much for your help . , My pleasure . "Taylor , you're sweating up a storm ! "," Your boyfriend , Bryan , wanted to toss the football . I think he wore me out . " " Your boyfriend , Bryan , wanted to toss the football . I think he wore me out . "," Yeah , you look a little shaky . And pale . You seriously need some time in the sun . " " Yeah , you look a little shaky . And pale . You seriously need some time in the sun . ", You're like the tenth person to say that . You're like the tenth person to say that . ," We're just worried about you , Taylor . " " We're just worried about you , Taylor . ", Whatever . I wish people would just leave me alone ! Do you think I should ask Bob to help ? Will he come ? , No problem . You know him . He ’ s the kind of guy that ’ s always willing to go the extra miles . No problem . You know him . He ’ s the kind of guy that ’ s always willing to go the extra miles . , That ’ s right . But I have bothered him several times . That ’ s right . But I have bothered him several times . , I bet he will come . We must set 1000 dollars aside each month . , Why ? Why ? , We are going to buy our own house . We are going to buy our own house . , Really ? Congratulations . Would you allow me to drive your car ? ," No problem , but you've got to be careful . " " No problem , but you've got to be careful . ", Surely I will . Surely I will . , Here's the key then . "Oh , no . We ’ re going to be late for the meeting . ", No . We ’ ll get a cab . It ’ s faster than taking the bus or the subway . No . We ’ ll get a cab . It ’ s faster than taking the bus or the subway . ," Oh , good . " " Oh , good . ", How much will it cost ? How much will it cost ? ," Well , cabs are more expensive than the bus or the subway . It ’ ll probably cost around six dollars . " " Well , cabs are more expensive than the bus or the subway . It ’ ll probably cost around six dollars . ", Taxi ! ! ! Taxi ! ! ! , I can ’ t find the business card . Do you know the address ? I can ’ t find the business card . Do you know the address ? ," Yeah . I met with them back in March , remember ? " " Yeah . I met with them back in March , remember ? ", Right . Right . ," Driver , 1600 Pennsylvania Ave . , please . " "Is that you , Bob ? "," Sorry , he ’ s on another phone . Will you hold ? " " Sorry , he ’ s on another phone . Will you hold ? ", Oh I ’ m sorry . I think I ’ ll call later . Thank you . "That'll be eight dollars , please . ", Here's ten . Keep the change . "I'll help you , Lucy . Look at what I've got here . In this small bottle , there's a magic love potion . ", A magic love potion ? A magic love potion ? ," Yes . If you put a few drops on someone's eyelids while he's asleep , he'll fall in love with the first person he sees when he wakes up . " " Yes . If you put a few drops on someone's eyelids while he's asleep , he'll fall in love with the first person he sees when he wakes up . ", It can't be true . It can't be true . , Take my word for it . Take my word for it . , So what am I going to do ? So what am I going to do ? ," Just come to our house and stay over . You'll sit by his bed and greet him like a beautiful red rose , ' Good morning ! ' " " Just come to our house and stay over . You'll sit by his bed and greet him like a beautiful red rose , ' Good morning ! ' ", That sounds like a blue rose ! My sitting by his bed ? That sounds like a blue rose ! My sitting by his bed ? ," Don't be so shy , Lucy . " "Hi , have you got the exact number of people who are going take part in this activity ? "," Yes , there are 62 in totals , and 2 of them still can't be sure . " " Yes , there are 62 in totals , and 2 of them still can't be sure . ", They always push the time . How many of them are over fifty ? They always push the time . How many of them are over fifty ? , 6 . So we should give them special attention . Some of them don't have a good health . 6 . So we should give them special attention . Some of them don't have a good health . ," OK , I see . As far as you think , how many buses should we get for them ? " " OK , I see . As far as you think , how many buses should we get for them ? "," 2 should be enough , for each one has at least 30 seats . There will be some seats to spare . " " 2 should be enough , for each one has at least 30 seats . There will be some seats to spare . ", I'll call the bus charter later . And have you announced the itinerary of this journey to all of them ? I'll call the bus charter later . And have you announced the itinerary of this journey to all of them ? ," Yes , most of them think it's good . But , some people have different opinions . They consider we should arrange some challenging activities . " " Yes , most of them think it's good . But , some people have different opinions . They consider we should arrange some challenging activities . "," That's possible . At that time , they can choose any activity they like . " " That's possible . At that time , they can choose any activity they like . ", That's good . I'll tell them later . And what kind of medicine we should be prepared ? That's good . I'll tell them later . And what kind of medicine we should be prepared ? ," Let me think ! Pills for carsick , traditional medicine for cold , some painkillers and something like that . " " Let me think ! Pills for carsick , traditional medicine for cold , some painkillers and something like that . "," OK , we should get them ready this afternoon . " " OK , we should get them ready this afternoon . "," One more thing , have you got all people's phone numbers ? " " One more thing , have you got all people's phone numbers ? "," Oh , God . I've almost forgotten . I'll get it done right away . " DO you have any plan for your future ? ," I'd prefer to go abroad , if possible . " " I'd prefer to go abroad , if possible . ", Many people are striving for going abroad nowadays.It seems to be a trend . Many people are striving for going abroad nowadays.It seems to be a trend . , I'm one of them . Tom set the whole country by the ears with his discovery . , He is really terrific ! He is really terrific ! , He was very clever when he was a boy . What can I do for you today ? , I need to buy a new refrigerator today . I need to buy a new refrigerator today . , Were you looking at a particular refrigerator ? Were you looking at a particular refrigerator ? , I like that Kenmore refrigerator . I like that Kenmore refrigerator . , This particular refrigerator is a very good choice . This particular refrigerator is a very good choice . , Tell me about it . Tell me about it . ," Not only is it affordable , but it comes with all the appliances . " " Not only is it affordable , but it comes with all the appliances . ", What are the appliances . What are the appliances . ," It has an ice maker , water dispenser , and plenty of room on the inside . " " It has an ice maker , water dispenser , and plenty of room on the inside . ", I'd like to see it for myself . I'd like to see it for myself . , Go right ahead . Go right ahead . , I like what I see . "Sorry , I overslept . My clock didn't go off this morning . ", Again ? Again ? ," That's right , even though I did set the alarm last night . " " That's right , even though I did set the alarm last night . ", Your clock never works . Perhaps you should buy a new one . Your clock never works . Perhaps you should buy a new one . ," Well , if it breaks down again tomorrow , I'll definitely buy a new one . " Is Water Shrinking Festival official ? ," No , most of the traditional festivals of the minority nationalities are not official . " " No , most of the traditional festivals of the minority nationalities are not official . ", Don't you think these festivals are more interesting ! Don't you think these festivals are more interesting ! , What an idea ! We are doing Secret Santa at the office again this year . , Whose name did you pick ? Whose name did you pick ? , I got Jacob . Any ideas what to get him ? I got Jacob . Any ideas what to get him ? , Booze ! Booze ! ," Yeah , you ’ re right . Can ’ t go wrong with that . " "Hello , this is IBA Bank . Maria speaking , how may I help ? "," Hi , I'm looking into your loans and I'm a little confused about the interest rates . Could you give me some advice ? " " Hi , I'm looking into your loans and I'm a little confused about the interest rates . Could you give me some advice ? "," Not a problem . Which loan was it you were interested in ? Sorry , I must ask , because the interest rates can depend on the type of loan you apply for . " " Not a problem . Which loan was it you were interested in ? Sorry , I must ask , because the interest rates can depend on the type of loan you apply for . ", I understand . I'm interested in the Petty Consumer Loan . I understand . I'm interested in the Petty Consumer Loan . ," One of our most popular ! The usual interest rate is fixed by the PBC . That is The People's Bank of China . But of course , with some loans , credit rating and loan amount come into play , too . " " One of our most popular ! The usual interest rate is fixed by the PBC . That is The People's Bank of China . But of course , with some loans , credit rating and loan amount come into play , too . "," So , the rate could fluctuate a little , depending on the amount given by the PBC ? " " So , the rate could fluctuate a little , depending on the amount given by the PBC ? ", That is correct . That is correct . ," I'm going to have to do some more research into this . Thanks for your help , bye for now . " I want to start a tradition of family vacations with our family right now before we have kids . ," You want to make sure it's good solid habit before anything else takes its place , like work ? " " You want to make sure it's good solid habit before anything else takes its place , like work ? "," Yes , so this year we are going to take our first family vacation , just you and I . " " Yes , so this year we are going to take our first family vacation , just you and I . ", And where are we going to go ? And where are we going to go ? , I don't know yet . I don't know yet . , Are we going all out or just starting with a mini family vacation ? Are we going all out or just starting with a mini family vacation ? , I want to go all out if we can afford it . I want to go all out if we can afford it . ," Well , I was looking in this magazine the other day and cruises are not very expensive at all . Take a look at this ! " What are you doing here today ? , I would like to fight my ticket . I would like to fight my ticket . , Is the arresting officer in the courtroom today ? Is the arresting officer in the courtroom today ? ," Yes , the officer is here today . " " Yes , the officer is here today . ", What's your case ? What's your case ? ," I was pulled over for running a red light , but I never did . " " I was pulled over for running a red light , but I never did . ", Do you believe that the officer lied ? Do you believe that the officer lied ? ," There was a camera on the signal . So , he was obviously lying . " " There was a camera on the signal . So , he was obviously lying . ", Your license plate was caught on camera ? Your license plate was caught on camera ? , A picture of my license plate was never taken . A picture of my license plate was never taken . ," Since there is no picture of your license plate on record , I'm going to let you go . " " Since there is no picture of your license plate on record , I'm going to let you go . ", Thank you . I'm glad that you believe me . "How many pieces of luggage would you like to check in , sir ? ", Three bags and a suitcase . This is my luggage to check . Three bags and a suitcase . This is my luggage to check . , Do you have any carry-on luggage ? Do you have any carry-on luggage ? , No . No . ," Put your luggage on the scale , please . Oh , your luggage is overweight . " " Put your luggage on the scale , please . Oh , your luggage is overweight . ", How much is the excess baggage part charge ? How much is the excess baggage part charge ? , Twenty-two dollars Twenty-two dollars , Here you are . Here you are . ," This is your voucher , and you can get your luggage back on this . Have a good trip ! " " This is your voucher , and you can get your luggage back on this . Have a good trip ! ", Thank you ! "We'd like to welcome everyone to the Michelson Tools factory site , and thank everyone for being here today . My name is Paul Shafer , I'll be showing you around today . Please feel free to ask questions at any point during our tour , I'll be happy to answer questions for you . ", Is it really necessary to wear all this protective gear ? Is it really necessary to wear all this protective gear ? ," That's an excellent question . I'll bet your wondering why we ask you to wear hard hats and safety googles while you's in the plant . The reason is simple , we care about your safety and we want to ensure there are no injuries today . As you will see , to maintain a high level of safety , we also require all of our staff to wear similar protective gear . " " That's an excellent question . I'll bet your wondering why we ask you to wear hard hats and safety googles while you's in the plant . The reason is simple , we care about your safety and we want to ensure there are no injuries today . As you will see , to maintain a high level of safety , we also require all of our staff to wear similar protective gear . ", How long will the tour take ? How long will the tour take ? ," It should take about twenty minutes to go through the main plant , and maybe another ten to take a look at the laboratory . All together our tour should last about half an hour . " " It should take about twenty minutes to go through the main plant , and maybe another ten to take a look at the laboratory . All together our tour should last about half an hour . ", Okay ... Okay ... ," Well , if you don't have any questions , shall we get started ? If you'll follow me , first I'll take you to the site of our semi-conductor system ... " "Now that we know what kind of music we will play , we have to decide what each of us will do . "," Well , I love hip hop dancing , so I should probably dance . Do you know how to rap ? " " Well , I love hip hop dancing , so I should probably dance . Do you know how to rap ? ", Oh yeah ! I'm a great rapper . And I know all the Vanilla Ice lyrics by heart . Oh yeah ! I'm a great rapper . And I know all the Vanilla Ice lyrics by heart . , Excellent . I'll start practicing my dance moves . "Personal Finance Department , Lucie speaking , how may I help ? ", Hello there . I need some advice about personal finance . Could you help me please ? Hello there . I need some advice about personal finance . Could you help me please ? , That's no problem . What exactly would you like to know ? That's no problem . What exactly would you like to know ? ," Well , I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything , so I just wondered what exact service you offer . " " Well , I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything , so I just wondered what exact service you offer . "," We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are . " " We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services , 24/7 , wherever you are . ", That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for . And the cover is great ! The colors are brilliant ! , Give me a break . You don't care about the colors . You just like the hot babe on the cover . Give me a break . You don't care about the colors . You just like the hot babe on the cover . ," OK , you got me . So , do you have a subscription ? " " OK , you got me . So , do you have a subscription ? ", Of course . I'm currently the subscriber of 10 different fashion magazines . Of course . I'm currently the subscriber of 10 different fashion magazines . , So what do you do with all the out-dated issues ? So what do you do with all the out-dated issues ? , I guess I'm lending them to you ... I can't believe how hot it is . , It's not even noon yet . It's not even noon yet . , That means it will get hotter . That means it will get hotter . , I am dying from the heat . I am dying from the heat . , Turn on the air conditioner . Turn on the air conditioner . , It doesn't work . It doesn't work . , What happened ? I don't know . , Did you call the repairman ? Did you call the repairman ? , Of course . Of course . , When is he coming ? When is he coming ? , He's busy . He said next week . What do you want to do in this company after five years ? ," I want to be in a higher managerial position in the field of international marketing . I ’ m very interested in the European market hopefully , in Brussels . " " I want to be in a higher managerial position in the field of international marketing . I ’ m very interested in the European market hopefully , in Brussels . ", Why do you think so ? Why do you think so ? , It ’ s truly exciting to work in newly emerging unified market . Brussels will be center of the new market in the continent . It ’ s truly exciting to work in newly emerging unified market . Brussels will be center of the new market in the continent . , What are you looking for in your next job ? What are you looking for in your next job ? , My experience in my last job showed that I have the talent to motivate people . It could be seen from the low absentee rate in my team . I want to continue that kind of contribution and to further develop this potential . My experience in my last job showed that I have the talent to motivate people . It could be seen from the low absentee rate in my team . I want to continue that kind of contribution and to further develop this potential . , What is your career objective ? What is your career objective ? , I want to apply my knowledge and experience to a challenging position and finally move on to management level . I want to apply my knowledge and experience to a challenging position and finally move on to management level . , What do you consider important when looking for a job ? What do you consider important when looking for a job ? ," I think the most important thing is the nature of the job . One should never do anything one is not interested in . To me , pleasant working conditions with co-operative staff are also important . " What sport do you like the most ? , I like baseball the best . I like baseball the best . , Me too . Did you play when you were a kid ? Me too . Did you play when you were a kid ? , Yeah . I played until I graduated from high school . Yeah . I played until I graduated from high school . , What position did you play ? What position did you play ? ," I think I tried every position , but the last few years , I played third base . " " I think I tried every position , but the last few years , I played third base . ", I hate third base . It's scary when the ball is coming at you so fast . I hate third base . It's scary when the ball is coming at you so fast . ," It was scary at first , but after awhile , I got used to it . If you have fast reflexes , then it's not really a problem . What position did you play ? " " It was scary at first , but after awhile , I got used to it . If you have fast reflexes , then it's not really a problem . What position did you play ? ", I played outfield . I hated the infield because I never figured out all the bounces . I played outfield . I hated the infield because I never figured out all the bounces . ," I wish I could play again , but there isn't much opportunities around here . " " I wish I could play again , but there isn't much opportunities around here . "," I'm on a softball league . It's not fast pitch , but it's still fun . You wanna join our group ? " " I'm on a softball league . It's not fast pitch , but it's still fun . You wanna join our group ? ", When do you guys play ? When do you guys play ? , We play either Tuesdays or Thursdays . We play either Tuesdays or Thursdays . , Sounds pretty fun . I'll come out and join you next time . Can you speak French ? ," Yes , I can , but not very well . " " Yes , I can , but not very well . ", Can you understand your Spanish teacher ? Can you understand your Spanish teacher ? ," More or less . How well do you understand Mr . Wang , your Chinese teacher ? " " More or less . How well do you understand Mr . Wang , your Chinese teacher ? "," About 40 percent , if he speaks slowly.When he speaks fast , I can only catch a word here and there . But Mr . Wang is an excellent Chinese teacher.With his help , my Chinese is getting better and better e " This is the menu . What would you like to have ? ," I don't know what to have . If you don't mind , I'll just leave the choice to you . " " I don't know what to have . If you don't mind , I'll just leave the choice to you . "," With pleasure , sir . May I suggest Steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks ? They are popular breakfast among Chinese people . " " With pleasure , sir . May I suggest Steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks ? They are popular breakfast among Chinese people . ", OK . Anything to drink ? OK . Anything to drink ? ," Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A " " Yes , sir . We usually serve soya-bean milk and jellied beancurd . Which one do you prefer , sir ? A ", I'll try the soya-bean milk this time . I'll try the soya-bean milk this time . ," So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk . " " So , that's steamed stuffed buns and deep-fried twisted dough sticks , and a Soya-bean milk . ", That's right . That's right . ," Thank you , sir . Just a moment , please . " I would like to have a continental breakfast . ," OK , here you are . " " OK , here you are . "," Well , could I have coffee instead of orange juice ? " " Well , could I have coffee instead of orange juice ? "," Of course , you can . Wait a moment . " I've never been to a restaurant like this before . ," It's really different , isn't it ? " " It's really different , isn't it ? ", That's a good word to describe it . That's a good word to describe it . , I hope you're hungry because the pizza here is huge as well as to die for . I hope you're hungry because the pizza here is huge as well as to die for . , I am hungry . I think I could eat a large by myself . I am hungry . I think I could eat a large by myself . ," Well , let's order one for starters . " " Well , let's order one for starters . ", I'm in the mood for a Californian . I'm in the mood for a Californian . ," That happens to be my favorite . Waiter , I think we're ready to order . " I had a terrible journey back from Bangkok last week . , Really ? Why ? What happened ? Really ? Why ? What happened ? ," Well , first of all , the taxi that was taking me from the client's office to the airport broke down on the freeway . " " Well , first of all , the taxi that was taking me from the client's office to the airport broke down on the freeway . "," Oh , no . " " Oh , no . "," Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi . " " Yes , and the driver didn't speak any English or Chinese and he didn't have a phone on him-can you believe it ? - and his radio didn't work . So there was no way he could get in touch with the office to get them to send another taxi . ", So what did you do ? So what did you do ? ," Well , I actually thumbed a lift . " " Well , I actually thumbed a lift . ", You what ? You what ? ," Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport . " " Yes , I stood on the side of the freeway and stuck my thumb out , and a passing truck stopped and took me to the airport . "," Wow , good for you . " " Wow , good for you . "," Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight . " " Yes , except he drove really slowly , and I missed my flight . "," Oh , no ! " " Oh , no ! "," Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok . " " Yes , so I had to wait three hours for the next one . I didn't get home till four in the morning , and when I got home I realized I'd left my house keys in my hotel in Bangkok . "," You really have bad luck , don't you ? " " You really have bad luck , don't you ? ", Seems like it . What do you think about the apartment so far ? , It is beautiful . It is beautiful . , You don ’ t have any problems with how it looks ? You don ’ t have any problems with how it looks ? ," Actually , there is a problem . " " Actually , there is a problem . ", Like what ? Like what ? , There are some stains that were left in the carpet . There are some stains that were left in the carpet . , Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in . Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in . ," Oh , is that right ? " " Oh , is that right ? ", Yes . Now what other problems do you have ? Yes . Now what other problems do you have ? , That was the only problem that I saw . That was the only problem that I saw . ," Well , I ’ m glad that everything else is to your liking . " " Well , I ’ m glad that everything else is to your liking . ", I honestly love it . I think I found my Yankee's mug ... ," Oh , great . Where was it ? " " Oh , great . Where was it ? ", It fell out of the garbage bag . It fell out of the garbage bag . , What was it doing there ? What was it doing there ? , It was with all the other dishes from dinner . It was with all the other dishes from dinner . , You mean Johnny threw out all the dinnerware ? You mean Johnny threw out all the dinnerware ? , I think our son was trying to pull a fast one on us . What do you think of doctor Thomson ? , I feel confident of his ability to cure my daughter's disease . I feel confident of his ability to cure my daughter's disease . , How can you be so sure ? How can you be so sure ? , I can tell form the way he spoke to us . I can tell form the way he spoke to us . , Never believe his words . Do you believe in god ? , Not at all . I ’ m an agnostic . do you ? Not at all . I ’ m an agnostic . do you ? , I ’ m not sure . Why don ’ t you believe there is a god ? I ’ m not sure . Why don ’ t you believe there is a god ? , I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one . I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one . ," I basically believe in science over theology . I mean , I believe in evolution for example . However , there are many things that science hasn ’ t explained yet . " " I basically believe in science over theology . I mean , I believe in evolution for example . However , there are many things that science hasn ’ t explained yet . ", I ’ m sure that science will explain everything eventually . I think that the strangest thing about religion is that so many religions people act in ways that their religion claims are wrong . I ’ m sure that science will explain everything eventually . I think that the strangest thing about religion is that so many religions people act in ways that their religion claims are wrong . , For example ? For example ? ," Religions preach tolerance , but many wars are caused by intolerant religious fanatics . " " Religions preach tolerance , but many wars are caused by intolerant religious fanatics . ", Yes . Such people don ’ t appear to be acting in accordance with their religious beliefs . Do you have any questions before you commit yourself to this ? ," Actually , yes I do . I was wondering about the subscription fee . And how much will you charge me during the time of redeeming this new fund ? " " Actually , yes I do . I was wondering about the subscription fee . And how much will you charge me during the time of redeeming this new fund ? "," The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1.2 % . But for redeeming , a rate of a usual 0.5 % , we shall charge you 1.6 % if you apply to buy it after the fund-raising period . " " The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1.2 % . But for redeeming , a rate of a usual 0.5 % , we shall charge you 1.6 % if you apply to buy it after the fund-raising period . "," So , it's going to cost me then ? " " So , it's going to cost me then ? "," I'm afraid so , yes . There is always some risk on the buyer's part . " "Sarah , you don't look so good . What's the matter ? ", I've got a really bad headache and my stomach hurts . I've got a really bad headache and my stomach hurts . , It sounds like you're coming down with something . "Honey , could you help me operate the VD player ? It can't play . "," Oh , are the connections correct ? " " Oh , are the connections correct ? ", I think so . I think so . , Let me see . Look ! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency . Let me see . Look ! You confused the video frequency with the audio frequency . , I'm too careless . I'm too careless . , Can it work now ? Can it work now ? , No . No . , So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk . So what's the problem ? Maybe there is something wrong with the disk . , It's a new disk . It's a new disk . , Give it to me . Give it to me . , Here you are . Here you are . ," Uh , the movie of Tom Hanks . I know why it can't play . This is a DVD disk . " What's your favorite season ? , I like the freedom of summer with no school . I like the freedom of summer with no school . ," Yeah , and all those fun summer sports and activities . " " Yeah , and all those fun summer sports and activities . "," And I like the festivities of winter with Thanksgiving , Christmas and New Year . " " And I like the festivities of winter with Thanksgiving , Christmas and New Year . "," Oh , me too ! All the family getting together ... " " Oh , me too ! All the family getting together ... ", And I really like the smells and colors of spring . And I really like the smells and colors of spring . , I like the feeling then that school is almost over ! I like the feeling then that school is almost over ! ," But I must say , if it were only for the weather , I like autumn most ! " "Hey Julie , you want to go grab something to eat ? ", Sure ! What do you feel like having ? Sure ! What do you feel like having ? , I really feel like having a big juicy steak ! I really feel like having a big juicy steak ! ," Oh . OK . I don't eat meat , but that's fine , I am sure wherever we are going they will have other options right ? " " Oh . OK . I don't eat meat , but that's fine , I am sure wherever we are going they will have other options right ? ", I didn't know you were a vegetarian ! I didn't know you were a vegetarian ! ," I'm not , I am a vegan . " " I'm not , I am a vegan . ", A what ? A what ? ," A vegan . I don't eat or use any animal based products . I don't wear leather , eat eggs , drink milk or anything that comes from an animal . I used to be a pescatarian before , which basically means you don't eat meat , but still have fish and seafood . " " A vegan . I don't eat or use any animal based products . I don't wear leather , eat eggs , drink milk or anything that comes from an animal . I used to be a pescatarian before , which basically means you don't eat meat , but still have fish and seafood . ", Wow ! That's interesting ! It must be tough ! Wow ! That's interesting ! It must be tough ! ," It's a bit difficult to find vegetarian friendly restaurants sometimes , but since more and more people are vegetarians or vegans nowadays , it's getting a bit less difficult . " What's up ? ," Nothing , how about you ? " " Nothing , how about you ? "," Next Saturday , I'm going to have a party . " " Next Saturday , I'm going to have a party . "," Oh , really ? " " Oh , really ? ", You are coming ? You are coming ? , Probably not . Probably not . , Why is that ? Why is that ? , I don't feel like going . I don't feel like going . , Why not ? Why not ? , I really can't stand going to parties . I really can't stand going to parties . ," I understand , I guess . " " I understand , I guess . ", Sorry about that . We have mild wines and strong liquors . Which kind do you prefer ? , I've no idea . I'd like to listen to your suggestion . I've no idea . I'd like to listen to your suggestion . ," It's my pleasure . Actually , it's really hard to say as individual tastes are different . As for myself , I'd like to recommend gin and tonic . " " It's my pleasure . Actually , it's really hard to say as individual tastes are different . As for myself , I'd like to recommend gin and tonic . "," Well , I'll try gin and tonic . " Hi Barbara . Have you lost weight ? , Hi Julie . Yeah . I've been on a diet for a couple of months now . Hi Julie . Yeah . I've been on a diet for a couple of months now . , Wow . You look great . Wow . You look great . , Thanks for noticing . Thanks for noticing . , What type of diet were you on ? What type of diet were you on ? ," I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months . " " I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating . With a combination of eating better and exercising , I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months . ", That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ? That's amazing . What tips did your trainer give you ? ," Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day . " " Mostly on how to exercise , but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits . Instead of eating 3 times a day , she told me to eat 5 times a day . "," That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ? " " That doesn't make sense . If you eat more , than how do you lose weight ? "," Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate . " " Actually , I'm eating the same amount . I eat 5 smaller meals a day . Basically , it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate . ", That makes sense . I'm going to try that . That makes sense . I'm going to try that . , You don't need to lose weight . You don't need to lose weight . , I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of . I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of . , Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet . Ah ... but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet . , Thanks for the advice . Thanks for the advice . , No problem . How often does the bus run ? , Every five minutes . Every five minutes . ," Oh , here comes a bus ! " " Oh , here comes a bus ! ", It comes on the dot . What do you think are the main causes of war today ? ," I ’ d say the main reason is poverty . Countries and their people get frustrated because they have so little . If their neighbors have some resources , they try to steal them by military force . " " I ’ d say the main reason is poverty . Countries and their people get frustrated because they have so little . If their neighbors have some resources , they try to steal them by military force . ", It seems that a lot of wars nowadays are really civil wars . People from different ethnic groups in the same country sometimes fight for power in that country . It seems that a lot of wars nowadays are really civil wars . People from different ethnic groups in the same country sometimes fight for power in that country . , several of those civil wars have been going on for years and years . It seems they will never end . several of those civil wars have been going on for years and years . It seems they will never end . , How do you think they could be ended ? How do you think they could be ended ? , I don ’ t think that there is any easy way . The united nations could send peacekeepers into the country . At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate . The thing is to find the real pro I don ’ t think that there is any easy way . The united nations could send peacekeepers into the country . At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate . The thing is to find the real pro ," So , if the cause is poverty , there should be a programme to make the country richer . If the problem is resources , share them . " " So , if the cause is poverty , there should be a programme to make the country richer . If the problem is resources , share them . "," It sounds easy when you say it like that . In reality , it ’ s harder to make peace between countries . " " It sounds easy when you say it like that . In reality , it ’ s harder to make peace between countries . ", Yes . It is . One way to stop countries fighting is to cut off their financial support . Wars are very expensive . Yes . It is . One way to stop countries fighting is to cut off their financial support . Wars are very expensive . , The problem is that many poor people might suffer . Wow ! What happened to you ? You look sad . , I just lost my job . My boss just told me . I just lost my job . My boss just told me . , That's unbelievable . Why did this happen ? That's unbelievable . Why did this happen ? , I don't understand of myself . It seems they have to save money . I don't understand of myself . It seems they have to save money . , I cant't believe it . You've worked here for years . "Excuse me , Miss . The total works wrong . What are these extra charges ? ", There's a 20 percent service charge in this hotel . There's a 20 percent service charge in this hotel . , Well . What's this 138 dollars charge then ? Well . What's this 138 dollars charge then ? , That's for the hotel restaurant . You had five meals here . That's for the hotel restaurant . You had five meals here . ," Oh , right . I forgot about that . Sorry , I'll pay cash . " Ann ! Don ’ t you see the children are making so much noise here ? Why don ’ t you keep them occupied and out their mother ’ s hair ? , OK ! What about taking them outside and flying a kite . OK ! What about taking them outside and flying a kite . ," Good idea ! Well , Joan , I have something important to tell you . " Why do you want to go to the U . S . ? , I want to enrich my knowledge in management . The United States is an ideal place for me . I want to enrich my knowledge in management . The United States is an ideal place for me . , What will you do when you come home ? What will you do when you come home ? ," Before I work in the office , I was a teacher . So if possible , I'd like to come back to some school to pass on my new knowledge to more people . " " Before I work in the office , I was a teacher . So if possible , I'd like to come back to some school to pass on my new knowledge to more people . ", Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ? Do you feel your English is good enough for the course ? ," Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL . " " Yes . You know , English is my present working language . Besides , I scored very high in TOEFL . ", Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ? Who will be your supporter during your stay in the States ? ," I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S . " " I will support myself . In recent years , I have saved enough money for my study in the U . S . ", How long do you expect to stay there ? How long do you expect to stay there ? , I will be there for three years . I can ’ t believe it ! , What ’ s wrong ? That was a great goal . What ’ s wrong ? That was a great goal . ," Yes , but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars ! " " Yes , but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars ! ", Looks like you ’ re going to lose out on this game then . Looks like you ’ re going to lose out on this game then . , I can ’ t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure . I can ’ t believe it ! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure . , What were the odds ? What were the odds ? ," 20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars ! " " 20 to 1 , in favour of the Cougars ! ", Too bad . "Joseph , who is that woman ? ", That's Susan . That's Susan . , What does she do for work ? What does she do for work ? , She's a lawyer . She's a lawyer . , Is she American ? Is she American ? ," No , but she speaks English fluently . " " No , but she speaks English fluently . ", She's really tall . Do you know her ? She's really tall . Do you know her ? ," Yes , I know her . We're friends . " " Yes , I know her . We're friends . ", Who's that man standing next to her ? Who's that man standing next to her ? , Which man ? Which man ? , That short guy on her right . What's his name ? That short guy on her right . What's his name ? ," Oh , that's Matt . " " Oh , that's Matt . ", He's really good looking . He's really good looking . , Yeah . Yeah . , Do you know him ? Do you know him ? ," I don't know him , but I think my sister does . " " I don't know him , but I think my sister does . ", Is he married ? Is he married ? ," Yes , he's married . " " Yes , he's married . ", I remember now . I met him before . Do you mind if I ask you a question ? ," No , not at all . Go ahead . " " No , not at all . Go ahead . ", What do you do in order to improve your English ? What do you do in order to improve your English ? ," I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things . Most importantly , I practice every chance I get . " " I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things . Most importantly , I practice every chance I get . "," It ’ s a good idea to have a radio , isn ’ t it ? " " It ’ s a good idea to have a radio , isn ’ t it ? ", Sure . It ’ s like understanding on the telephone — — you can ’ t see the speaker ! It ’ s great for improving listening comprehension . Sure . It ’ s like understanding on the telephone — — you can ’ t see the speaker ! It ’ s great for improving listening comprehension . ," It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ’ t it ? " " It takes a long time to learn a language , doesn ’ t it ? ", It certainly does . But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress . Hello . What can I do for you ? , Hello . I'm here to get my salary . Hello . I'm here to get my salary . , I see . Do you have your Current All-in-one Passbook with you ? I'll need your password for this transaction . I see . Do you have your Current All-in-one Passbook with you ? I'll need your password for this transaction . , No problem . No problem . , And how much of your salary would you like ? And how much of your salary would you like ? ," I think just 3,000 RIB will be enough . " "Help me sort out my problem , will you ? "," OK , but I think you should keep an eye on your plan if you see what I mean . " " OK , but I think you should keep an eye on your plan if you see what I mean . "," I know it ’ s so costly , but ... " " I know it ’ s so costly , but ... "," No buts . The thing is to cut down your expense , Judie . " "Excuse me , I wonder if you can help me . ", Sure . What's up ? Sure . What's up ? , I'm completely lost . I'm looking for the Empire State Building . I'm completely lost . I'm looking for the Empire State Building . ," Oh , this's easy . You can take the subway to 34 street . You'll see it as you get out . " " Oh , this's easy . You can take the subway to 34 street . You'll see it as you get out . ", Great . Thanks a lot . What are you studying all day long for ? It ’ s summer vacation ! , I know ! I hate it ! But I ’ m taking this crash course in math . I know ! I hate it ! But I ’ m taking this crash course in math . , Why ? Why ? ," I have to take my exams for getting into the university , so I need to prepare . " " I have to take my exams for getting into the university , so I need to prepare . ", Do you think it will help ? Do you think it will help ? ," It has to ! I ’ Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ’ t know , but the school has a great success record . " " It has to ! I ’ Ve been studying every day , eight hours a day ! I don ’ t know , but the school has a great success record . ", Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too . Hmm ... Maybe I should sign up too . , I ’ ll pick up an application form for you at school tomorrow . Can I help you ? , I'm looking for books on WTO.Could you show me where they are ? I'm looking for books on WTO.Could you show me where they are ? , Come this way please.We ' Ve got plenty of them and they're all on the shelf near the cashier's desk . Come this way please.We ' Ve got plenty of them and they're all on the shelf near the cashier's desk . , Thanks a lot . "Sally , you look so corporate ! What interview do you have today ? ", Amalgamated Trading Company . It's Swiss . Don't you think working at a foreign company would be glamorous ? Amalgamated Trading Company . It's Swiss . Don't you think working at a foreign company would be glamorous ? ," Yeah , I guess so . I've never actually heard of this one , but ... " " Yeah , I guess so . I've never actually heard of this one , but ... "," Well , it's small , but it's a young , dynamic , rapidly-growing company with a progressive , humanistic philosophy . " " Well , it's small , but it's a young , dynamic , rapidly-growing company with a progressive , humanistic philosophy . "," You didn't read their brochure or anything , did you ? " " You didn't read their brochure or anything , did you ? "," Four times . I'm totally prepared . Oh , no ! I forgot to take off my nail polish ! And I have to be there in 15 minutes ! That's it . I blew it . " " Four times . I'm totally prepared . Oh , no ! I forgot to take off my nail polish ! And I have to be there in 15 minutes ! That's it . I blew it . "," Well , they are progressive and humanistic-maybe they don't care about nail polish ... uh ... even blue nail polish . Just keep your confidence up and you'll do great . " " Well , they are progressive and humanistic-maybe they don't care about nail polish ... uh ... even blue nail polish . Just keep your confidence up and you'll do great . ", But the competition is fierce this year ... and it seems like I'm the only one left who hasn't found a job . But the competition is fierce this year ... and it seems like I'm the only one left who hasn't found a job . ," Not quite the only one . I really wanted that job at the magazine , but I still haven't heard from them . " "Hi , is this Professor Clark ’ s office ? ", This is Professor Clark speaking . This is Professor Clark speaking . ," Hi , this is Kalina from your morning literature class . " " Hi , this is Kalina from your morning literature class . "," Yes , what can I do for you ? " " Yes , what can I do for you ? ", I had a skydiving accident over the weekend and won ’ t be able to come to school today . I had a skydiving accident over the weekend and won ’ t be able to come to school today . , My goodness ! Are you OK ? My goodness ! Are you OK ? ," I broke my leg , but it is healing . " " I broke my leg , but it is healing . ", How long will you be out of class ? How long will you be out of class ? , I should be able to return by next Monday . I should be able to return by next Monday . ," Fine . Well , thanks for calling and letting me know you will be absent . I hope you feel better soon . " My mother bought me a new video game . , What's it like ? What's it like ? ," Well , the hero is a Super Warrior . He has to fight the bad guys to find the treasure . " " Well , the hero is a Super Warrior . He has to fight the bad guys to find the treasure . ", Who are the bad guys ? Who are the bad guys ? , There are a lot ! Two really bad ones are Giant Monster and Human Spider . There are a lot ! Two really bad ones are Giant Monster and Human Spider . , Wow ! Where's the treasure ? Wow ! Where's the treasure ? ," It's in a dungeon , under a castle . " " It's in a dungeon , under a castle . ", How do you find it ? How do you find it ? ," It's not easy to find . Anyway , you can come to my home after school today and try . " " It's not easy to find . Anyway , you can come to my home after school today and try . ", Great ! What would you like to eat tonight ? ," I'm not sure , what about you ? " " I'm not sure , what about you ? ", Do you think Kentucky fried chicken is good ? Do you think Kentucky fried chicken is good ? , Sure sounds good to me . "Jack , what's wrong ? ", You ! You ! , What are you talking about ? What did I do ? What are you talking about ? What did I do ? , You told Martha that I was on a date ? What was that all about ? You told Martha that I was on a date ? What was that all about ? , No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends . No ... that's not what I meant . I didn't mean that . She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara . I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends . , She started feeling suspicious after you said that . She started feeling suspicious after you said that . , I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up . I'm sorry man . I didn't know . I didn't mean to screw anything up . ," Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you . " " Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend . Now , I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you . "," Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends . " " Look . I really didn't mean to , and next time I see Martha , I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends . ", Don't bother . Could you have a taxi pick me up and take me to the airport before 1 p . m . ? ," What's your address , sir ? " " What's your address , sir ? ", I live at 323 Park Street . I live at 323 Park Street . ," Ok , someone will be there by 12:15 . " " Ok , someone will be there by 12:15 . ", What are your rates ? What are your rates ? , It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile . It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile . , I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ? I have four very large suitcases . Will those fit in the taxi ? ," No , I'll send a larger vehicle to pick you up . " "Well , that was an interesting documentary ! ", For sure ! I didn ’ t really understand some of the technical jargon they used in the film when they talked about social security in the US . For sure ! I didn ’ t really understand some of the technical jargon they used in the film when they talked about social security in the US . , Like what ? Like what ? ," Well , they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K ? " " Well , they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K ? "," Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg . " " Yeah , I know it sounds weird , but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement . Through a you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan . Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire , you can rest peacefully on your nest egg . "," That ’ s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ’ t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that . " " That ’ s interesting and logical I guess . In my country , we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund , but most people don ’ t really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that . ", That seems a bit unstable don ’ t you think ? That seems a bit unstable don ’ t you think ? ," Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank . " " Yeah , but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions , so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank . ", I ’ Ve been thinking of doing that lately ! I don ’ t want some banker to run off with my money ! Who are those guys ? ," Kobi Bryant and Shaquille O ’ Neal , they are the Los Angeles Lakers ’ star players . " " Kobi Bryant and Shaquille O ’ Neal , they are the Los Angeles Lakers ’ star players . ", Oh . Oh . ," Wait a second . He shoots , he scores ! " " Wait a second . He shoots , he scores ! ", All right ! All right ! ," Here comes Jordan , though . " " Here comes Jordan , though . "," Wow , Michael Jordan ’ s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch . " " Wow , Michael Jordan ’ s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch . "," Yeah . He ’ s older , so he doesn ’ t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ’ s still amazing . " " Yeah . He ’ s older , so he doesn ’ t slam , as much as he did when he was younger , but when he does , it ’ s still amazing . ", Which team do you think will win ? Which team do you think will win ? , The Lakers . Jordan is the only good player Washington has . "Hey , Mike . You've been surfing the Net for quite a while . What on earth are you searching for ? "," It's something relative hackers . I often hear people talking about them , but I don't know much about them . " " It's something relative hackers . I often hear people talking about them , but I don't know much about them . "," Well , roughly speaking , a hacker is a computer buff . " " Well , roughly speaking , a hacker is a computer buff . ", You mean a guy using enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the computer ? You mean a guy using enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the computer ? , You can say that . You can say that . , But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ? But why are people always having such a negative attitude towards them ? , They must have mixed hackers with crackers . They must have mixed hackers with crackers . , What is crackers then ? What is crackers then ? ," There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them . " " There is another group of people who loudly call themselves hackers , but they aren't . They break into computers and break the phone system . Real hackers call these people crackers , and want nothing to do with them . ", So they are two totally different concepts . So they are two totally different concepts . ," Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end . " " Well , the real hackers mostly think crackers are lazy , irresponsible and not very bright , and feel that being able to break security does make you a hacker any more than being able to start cars without keys makes you an automotive engineer . Unfortunately , many journalists and writers have been fooled into using the word hacker to describe crackers . This irritates real hackers to no end . "," I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them . " " I see . Then the basic different is , hackers build things , crackers break them . ", You got it . You got it . , Thanks a lot . Can I give you a hand ? , Thanks . This broth is wonderful . What's in it ? , Lamb and beef . It will get even tastier when we add the veggies ! Lamb and beef . It will get even tastier when we add the veggies ! , Hey ! Watch out ! You're using the same spoon for both broths ! Hey ! Watch out ! You're using the same spoon for both broths ! , So ? So ? , You're getting that hot stuff in my mild broth ! You're getting that hot stuff in my mild broth ! , You'll be OK . It's just a little bit ... "Hello , I ’ d like to speak to Kate . ", I ’ m sorry she is not in at the moment . Can I take a message ? I ’ m sorry she is not in at the moment . Can I take a message ? , It ’ s ok . I ’ ll call her back latter . Thank you . It ’ s ok . I ’ ll call her back latter . Thank you . , You ’ re welcome . I am calling to find out why I didn ’ t receive an unemployment check this week . , Did you send in your Continued Claim Form for the last period ? Did you send in your Continued Claim Form for the last period ? , I think I forgot to send it in ! I think I forgot to send it in ! , You need to be very careful to send that form in every two weeks if you want to get paid . You need to be very careful to send that form in every two weeks if you want to get paid . , Can I send it in now ? Can I send it in now ? ," You should look at your claim form and see if it has been more than fourteen days since it was due . If it hasn ’ t been , we will still accept it . " " You should look at your claim form and see if it has been more than fourteen days since it was due . If it hasn ’ t been , we will still accept it . ", Can I mail it in early next time so it isn ’ t late ? Can I mail it in early next time so it isn ’ t late ? ," Actually , you cannot mail it in early , as it needs to reflect all of the information up to the due date . " " Actually , you cannot mail it in early , as it needs to reflect all of the information up to the due date . ", Will my paycheck come right away now ? Will my paycheck come right away now ? , Your check will arrive a little late . What ’ s happened ? Is there a problem ? , I think the gears have seized up I think the gears have seized up , You'll have to dismantle the unit and lubricate the bearings . Do it as quickly as you can but make sure you top up the oil before you start the motor up again . "I am sorry to trouble you again , Mr.Stone . ", It's ok . What do you want to ask ? It's ok . What do you want to ask ? , Where should I go after I arrived at the university ? Where should I go after I arrived at the university ? , The first place you should go is the International Center . The first place you should go is the International Center . , Why ? Why ? , You can get help there in dealing with the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service ; you can find Foreign Student Advisers . You can get help there in dealing with the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service ; you can find Foreign Student Advisers . , What kind of role do foreign student advisers play ? What kind of role do foreign student advisers play ? ," They'll discuss personal concerns , housing , adjustment , finances and other matters with you . " " They'll discuss personal concerns , housing , adjustment , finances and other matters with you . ", Can we get any more help at the International Center ? Can we get any more help at the International Center ? ," Yes , a lot more . If you go there just before the beginning of the fall's semester , you can get your student ID and social security number there . They will keep your documents up-to-date . They will offer an orientation program for new comers . They will also help you contact your department and registration office . " " Yes , a lot more . If you go there just before the beginning of the fall's semester , you can get your student ID and social security number there . They will keep your documents up-to-date . They will offer an orientation program for new comers . They will also help you contact your department and registration office . ", I see . It must be worth going to . I see . It must be worth going to . ," Besides these , the center staff also works with community organizations which provide tours , home hospitality , speaking engagements and assistance for wives of foreign students . In cooperation with nationality clubs , student associations and other organizations , the International Center provides a varied program of cultural and social events throughout the year . " " Besides these , the center staff also works with community organizations which provide tours , home hospitality , speaking engagements and assistance for wives of foreign students . In cooperation with nationality clubs , student associations and other organizations , the International Center provides a varied program of cultural and social events throughout the year . ", Wonderful . It is a home for foreign students . Wonderful . It is a home for foreign students . ," It sure is . They also serve tea , coffee and refreshments . The Center staff members are also friendly and helpful . Everyone loves them . " Thank you for organizing this great baby shower for me ! I ’ Ve always been to baby showers but never actually had one held for me ! Let ’ s get started ! ," Ok , let ’ s start opening some presents ! " " Ok , let ’ s start opening some presents ! "," Oh look ! What a great little bib for the baby ! This will definitely come in handy ! Oh wow , you also got me a stroller ! That ’ s so great ! Thank you ! " " Oh look ! What a great little bib for the baby ! This will definitely come in handy ! Oh wow , you also got me a stroller ! That ’ s so great ! Thank you ! ", This next one is from Betty . This next one is from Betty . ," A highchair and car seat ! Wow Betty , thank you so much ! I really appreciate it ! " " A highchair and car seat ! Wow Betty , thank you so much ! I really appreciate it ! ", One more from Carla . One more from Carla . , A playpen and crib ! Thanks Carla ! This is just what I needed ! A playpen and crib ! Thanks Carla ! This is just what I needed ! ," OK , that ’ s all of them.No more gifts . Now who wants to guess when the baby is due ? " " OK , that ’ s all of them.No more gifts . Now who wants to guess when the baby is due ? ", Umm . I think my water just broke ! Get me to a hospital ! "Good afternoon , how may I help you ? "," Hi , I'd like to order some flowers . " " Hi , I'd like to order some flowers . ", Who are they for ? Who are they for ? , They're for my Wife . Her name is Samantha . They're for my Wife . Her name is Samantha . , What kind of flowers would you like ? What kind of flowers would you like ? , I don't know . I don't know too much about flowers . Can you recommend something ? I don't know . I don't know too much about flowers . Can you recommend something ? , OK . What's the reason you are sending her flowers ? OK . What's the reason you are sending her flowers ? , Today's her birthday and she told me she wants me to buy her flowers . Today's her birthday and she told me she wants me to buy her flowers . , Do you know what kind of flowers she likes ? Do you know what kind of flowers she likes ? ," I'm not sure . I know I should know that , but I can't remember right now . " " I'm not sure . I know I should know that , but I can't remember right now . "," Well , they're for your wife , so I think you should give her roses . " " Well , they're for your wife , so I think you should give her roses . ", Roses will be fine . Roses will be fine . , What color ? What color ? , I think red would be nice . I think red would be nice . , Do you want to pick them up or should we deliver them ? Do you want to pick them up or should we deliver them ? ," Can you deliver them , please ? " " Can you deliver them , please ? ", What's the address ? What's the address ? , 241 Main street . "Excuse me , are cameras allowed here ? "," Sorry , sir , in order to protect these paintings , taking photos are strictly forbidden here . " " Sorry , sir , in order to protect these paintings , taking photos are strictly forbidden here . ", I see . What a pity . I have to appreciate it carefully . I see . What a pity . I have to appreciate it carefully . , I am really sorry for that . "My elder aunt feels like vomiting , she is pregnant . ", She'd better drink plenty of hot water and lie in bed . She'd better drink plenty of hot water and lie in bed . , But she feels like having no appetite at all if she stays at home all day . But she feels like having no appetite at all if she stays at home all day . , Don't worry . She will be all right . The Great Wall is a great attraction for visitors . , It's a man-made wonder . I've seen it many times in textbooks and it's part of my dream to visit it . It's a man-made wonder . I've seen it many times in textbooks and it's part of my dream to visit it . , Someone claimed it was one of the two man-made wonders that could be seen on the moon . Someone claimed it was one of the two man-made wonders that could be seen on the moon . , That's true . "Excuse me , sir.Is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I think so . I have just checked out . But I left my book in the room . Can I get it back ? " " Yes , I think so . I have just checked out . But I left my book in the room . Can I get it back ? ", Is it this one ? Is it this one ? ," Yes , thank you very much . " " Yes , thank you very much . ", You are welcome . Looking forward to seeing you again . Hi ! Do you want a fill-up ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . "," Which type of gas do you want ? Regular , Super , or Premium Unleaded ? " " Which type of gas do you want ? Regular , Super , or Premium Unleaded ? ", What's the price difference ? What's the price difference ? ," Regular is $ 1.15 , Super is $ 1.25 and Premium is $ 1.39 . " " Regular is $ 1.15 , Super is $ 1.25 and Premium is $ 1.39 . "," Just fill it up with Regular , Unleaded , please . " " Just fill it up with Regular , Unleaded , please . ", Do you want me to check the tires and the fluids ? Do you want me to check the tires and the fluids ? ," Yes , I would . Thanks a lot . " Would you mind waiting a while ? ," Well , how long will it be ? " " Well , how long will it be ? ", I'm not sure . But I'll get a table ready as fast as I can . I'm not sure . But I'll get a table ready as fast as I can . , OK . We'll wait . "Okay , here are the graphs and figures for this month's sales . Let's review them all together . "," This first one , I have a question ... This graph is marking the sales performance for our line of hair products , right ? Can this line be right ? It looks like our sales plummeted . I can't believe we did that poorly ... If I remember correctly , sales went down slightly , but not as dramatically as the graph shows . " " This first one , I have a question ... This graph is marking the sales performance for our line of hair products , right ? Can this line be right ? It looks like our sales plummeted . I can't believe we did that poorly ... If I remember correctly , sales went down slightly , but not as dramatically as the graph shows . "," I think you are looking at the wrong line . The rapid drop in sales wasn't our hair products . You are correct , the hair product sales decreased slightly , but not dramatically . The one that didn't do so hot this month was the cleaning products . I think there was a problem in the marketing plan . Some people were offended by our advertisements for the cleaning products , but it was already too late to mitigate the damage , so our mistake shows up in the sales . " " I think you are looking at the wrong line . The rapid drop in sales wasn't our hair products . You are correct , the hair product sales decreased slightly , but not dramatically . The one that didn't do so hot this month was the cleaning products . I think there was a problem in the marketing plan . Some people were offended by our advertisements for the cleaning products , but it was already too late to mitigate the damage , so our mistake shows up in the sales . "," Well , the good news is the new industrial cleaning products really took off . Look how the sales have shot up over the last two weeks . " " Well , the good news is the new industrial cleaning products really took off . Look how the sales have shot up over the last two weeks . "," That is our one major success . If you look at the other graphs , you can see that most of the other product lines remained steady with little increase . " " That is our one major success . If you look at the other graphs , you can see that most of the other product lines remained steady with little increase . ", At lease they stayed the same . That's better than dropping . Did you see the woman that just left my office ? , Yes . Yes . ," She's another applicant , and a leading contender , but I didn ’ t want to hire her . She ’ s qualified , but she doesn ’ t quite fit the profile . We ’ re looking for an accountant , and part of the job requires interacting with clients . Well , our clients want conservative people to handle their money . And green hair with ripped jeans doesn ’ t exactly fill them with trust . " " She's another applicant , and a leading contender , but I didn ’ t want to hire her . She ’ s qualified , but she doesn ’ t quite fit the profile . We ’ re looking for an accountant , and part of the job requires interacting with clients . Well , our clients want conservative people to handle their money . And green hair with ripped jeans doesn ’ t exactly fill them with trust . ", But it's the style now . But it's the style now . ," I realize that , but our business is serving clients and giving them what they want . " " I realize that , but our business is serving clients and giving them what they want . ", Of course . Of course . ," Well , they don ’ t want to deal with people who look like that . They want people who look more like yourself . " " Well , they don ’ t want to deal with people who look like that . They want people who look more like yourself . ", Why is that ? Why is that ? ," Well , they ’ re older , and they don ’ t understand today's fashions . When they see someone dressed like that , warning bells go off . They don ’ t like that style at all , and they don ’ t like dealing with people who dress like that at work . " " Well , they ’ re older , and they don ’ t understand today's fashions . When they see someone dressed like that , warning bells go off . They don ’ t like that style at all , and they don ’ t like dealing with people who dress like that at work . "," Oh , I see . " " Oh , I see . "," We used to have a woman here who dressed like that and she was good , very good . But , the clients reacted very negatively when they saw her . Some asked that their account be given to someone who dressed more conservatively . " " We used to have a woman here who dressed like that and she was good , very good . But , the clients reacted very negatively when they saw her . Some asked that their account be given to someone who dressed more conservatively . ", What happened to her ? What happened to her ? ," Well , she was a very good employee and we wanted to keep her , so her supervisor called her in for a chat and laid it on the line for her . She got the idea and now she saves the trendy styles for evenings and weekends . " " Well , she was a very good employee and we wanted to keep her , so her supervisor called her in for a chat and laid it on the line for her . She got the idea and now she saves the trendy styles for evenings and weekends . ", I see . Good afternoon . , Can I help you ? Can I help you ? ," Yes , we have a reservation for three nights.Mona White . I called last week . " " Yes , we have a reservation for three nights.Mona White . I called last week . "," One moment please , Ms White . " " One moment please , Ms White . "," Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ? " " Yes , that was for two single rooms , wasn't it ? ", I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you . I've reserved rooms 402 and 403 for you . , Are they quiet rooms ? Are they quiet rooms ? , Well they are facing the street Well they are facing the street , but there's a lovely view . but there's a lovely view . , We'd like quiet rooms thanks . We'd like quiet rooms thanks . , Of course Mom ! ? ? ? ," I know , sweetie . Just open wide . Don't talk . " " I know , sweetie . Just open wide . Don't talk . ", Mmm ... Mmm ... ," Oh , you've got a fever . One-oh-one ... time to break out the children's Tylenol . " " Oh , you've got a fever . One-oh-one ... time to break out the children's Tylenol . ", I have the chills . Can you turn on the heater ? I have the chills . Can you turn on the heater ? , We're not turning on the heater in May ! You need to take a bath . We'll heat you up and see if you can sweat this thing out . "Paul , is this Paul , isn't it ? "," Well , well , Mike.Fancy meeting you here . " " Well , well , Mike.Fancy meeting you here . "," Small world , isn't it ? " " Small world , isn't it ? "," Yes , I haven't seen you for four years.How time flies ! " you're finally here ! What took so long ? , I got stuck in traffic again . There was a terrible traffic jam near the Carrefour intersection . I got stuck in traffic again . There was a terrible traffic jam near the Carrefour intersection . , it's always rather congested down there during rush hour . Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home . it's always rather congested down there during rush hour . Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home . ," I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest . " " I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest . ", perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work . perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work . , I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good . I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good . ," it would be better for the environment , too . " " it would be better for the environment , too . ", I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city . I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city . , taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well . taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well . , the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car . the only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car . ," well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides . " " well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides . ", that's true . I could certainly use the exercise ! that's true . I could certainly use the exercise ! ," so , are you going to quit driving to work then ? " " so , are you going to quit driving to work then ? "," yes , it's not good for me or for the environment . " Hey Jack . What's going on ? , Hey Matt . I'm going to ask Martha to marry me ? Hey Matt . I'm going to ask Martha to marry me ? , Really ? When did you decide this ? Really ? When did you decide this ? ," I always knew she was the one , but I decided to pop the big question about 2 weeks ago . I'm just debating on how to do it . " " I always knew she was the one , but I decided to pop the big question about 2 weeks ago . I'm just debating on how to do it . "," That's exciting , man . " " That's exciting , man . ", So how did you propose ? So how did you propose ? , You shouldn't use my example . It wasn't special . I kind of wish I made it more special but it's too late now . You shouldn't use my example . It wasn't special . I kind of wish I made it more special but it's too late now . , What do you think I should do ? What do you think I should do ? ," There are a lot of options . You can surprise her over dinner , or ask her in a public area , or if you have the balls , ask her father in front of her . " " There are a lot of options . You can surprise her over dinner , or ask her in a public area , or if you have the balls , ask her father in front of her . ", I never thought about that . I never thought about that . , Thought about what ? Thought about what ? , Asking her father in front of her . How do you think she will react ? Asking her father in front of her . How do you think she will react ? , I don't know . You should know how she's going to react . She is your girlfriend . I don't know . You should know how she's going to react . She is your girlfriend . ," I think that's the idea I was looking for . Thanks , man . " " I think that's the idea I was looking for . Thanks , man . ", Don't mention it . Good luck . You're going to need it . "Excuse me , sir , but you have to put your bags here before entering the market . ", Oh . I am sorry . I was busy looking for some whisky.Can you tell me the exactly place where I can find any ? Oh . I am sorry . I was busy looking for some whisky.Can you tell me the exactly place where I can find any ? ," Yes , it's on the third floor . " Who's the man that is kicking the boy ? , He's the poor kid's father . He's the poor kid's father . , Does he often beat his son ? Does he often beat his son ? ," Yes , very . " Have you had enough time to look over the menu ? ," Yes , we are almost ready to order . " " Yes , we are almost ready to order . "," Let me remind you of the specials of the day , which are posted on the board . " " Let me remind you of the specials of the day , which are posted on the board . "," Oh , that all sounds so good ! Can we get the sauce on the side ? " " Oh , that all sounds so good ! Can we get the sauce on the side ? "," Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs . " " Yes , we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs . ", I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices . I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices . ," Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice . " " Yes , the roasted vegetable salad is good , and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice . "," I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please . " " I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles , please . "," That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner . " " That is an excellent choice , and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner . ", Please bring our salads to us now . We are hungry ! Could you recommend something to drink ? ," Well , since you have order the roast chicken . I suggest you to order the red wine to go with the main course . It can help you digest the food . " " Well , since you have order the roast chicken . I suggest you to order the red wine to go with the main course . It can help you digest the food . ", We would also like some alcohol before the main dish . We would also like some alcohol before the main dish . , I think whiskey will be a good choice . Would you travel around the world if you had the money ? , At the drop of a hat . Can you put me through to Mr . Lining ? ," Yes , speaking . Can I help you ? " " Yes , speaking . Can I help you ? ", I am calling to let you know that you are selected to fill the position of Project Manager . I am calling to let you know that you are selected to fill the position of Project Manager . , I am happy to hear that and I'll accept that . I am happy to hear that and I'll accept that . ," By the way , are you married ? " " By the way , are you married ? "," No , I am single . " So how did you meet Bill ? , I met him through a computer bulletin board . I met him through a computer bulletin board . ," Oh , really ? Which bulletin board ? " " Oh , really ? Which bulletin board ? ", It was one I used down at the local coffee house called the San Francisco Net . It's been around since around 1991 . It was one I used down at the local coffee house called the San Francisco Net . It's been around since around 1991 . ," I've heard about that , but I've never tried it . " " I've heard about that , but I've never tried it . ", You ought to . One dollar buys you 15 minutes of computer time . A Chat session links you with cappuccino sippers in other cafes and also to home computers on the network . You ought to . One dollar buys you 15 minutes of computer time . A Chat session links you with cappuccino sippers in other cafes and also to home computers on the network . , I have no desire to talk on a network with a bunch of strangers . I have no desire to talk on a network with a bunch of strangers . , That's the whole point . All your inhibitions disappear because you can ’ t see the other person . This network allows you to talk to people whom you normally wouldn ’ t talk to . That's the whole point . All your inhibitions disappear because you can ’ t see the other person . This network allows you to talk to people whom you normally wouldn ’ t talk to . , I just want a private conversation with one other person . I just want a private conversation with one other person . ," You can do that . A private session lets two people talk alone . This techno-chat program lets you talk about anything with everybody , without prejudice because you can ’ t see them . " " You can do that . A private session lets two people talk alone . This techno-chat program lets you talk about anything with everybody , without prejudice because you can ’ t see them . "," Well , maybe I'll tag along and watch how you talk . " " Well , maybe I'll tag along and watch how you talk . "," That's fine with me , but we'll have to get there early . Because after 8 pm , there is always a long line . " " That's fine with me , but we'll have to get there early . Because after 8 pm , there is always a long line . ", It ’ s that popular ? It ’ s that popular ? , It sure is . "Excuse me , but could I use your bathroom ? ", Certainly . It's right over there . Certainly . It's right over there . , Thanks . I'd like to open a one-year time deposit account and a checking account . ," Okay , if you'll please fill out these forms ... ( She hands the forms to the customer . ) There's a minimum initial deposit of $ 100 for the checking account , and a minimum deposit of $ 500 for the savings account . " " Okay , if you'll please fill out these forms ... ( She hands the forms to the customer . ) There's a minimum initial deposit of $ 100 for the checking account , and a minimum deposit of $ 500 for the savings account . "," Okay , here are the forms . Can I use traveler's checks to open the account ? " " Okay , here are the forms . Can I use traveler's checks to open the account ? "," Certainly . Just make them out to National Bank , and sign and date them . " " Certainly . Just make them out to National Bank , and sign and date them . "," Okay , here you are . " Excuse me . What should I wear if I want to go to an interview ? , You should wear a tie to go with your suit . You should wear a tie to go with your suit . , I am afraid I would tense up during the interview . I am afraid I would tense up during the interview . , It doesn't matter . Just do your best to sell yourself . You have been here for how long ? Four months now ? ," Yeah , about . " " Yeah , about . ", Do you know Chinese better now ? Do you know Chinese better now ? ," Oh , definitely . I remember , when I first arrived in Guangzhou , my girlfriend was haggling with a sales clerk over the price of a mobile phone . " " Oh , definitely . I remember , when I first arrived in Guangzhou , my girlfriend was haggling with a sales clerk over the price of a mobile phone . "," Oh , yeah . Many Chinese like to bargain . It happens almost everywhere . " " Oh , yeah . Many Chinese like to bargain . It happens almost everywhere . "," I mean , I understand that . But the speed of the conversation got faster and faster , until it seemed to me that they would fight . My perception of the tone was that it was a violent shouting match . The truth was that it was a perfectly normal conversation . " " I mean , I understand that . But the speed of the conversation got faster and faster , until it seemed to me that they would fight . My perception of the tone was that it was a violent shouting match . The truth was that it was a perfectly normal conversation . ", A shouting match ? You ’ re so funny . You must be exaggerating . I don ’ t believe it . A shouting match ? You ’ re so funny . You must be exaggerating . I don ’ t believe it . , I am not exaggerating at all . I ’ m telling you the truth . That was how I felt at that time . I am not exaggerating at all . I ’ m telling you the truth . That was how I felt at that time . ," Yes , perhaps . Chinese usually don ’ t notice that sort of thing . Maybe it ’ s quite natural to us . " " Yes , perhaps . Chinese usually don ’ t notice that sort of thing . Maybe it ’ s quite natural to us . "," Yes , absolutely true . " George speaks Japanese better than Frank . ," Yet in writing , George has nothing on Frank . " " Yet in writing , George has nothing on Frank . "," Therefore , I hope they could help each other and learn from each other . " "It's Mrs Bardot , isn't it ? "," Yes , it is . But I'm afraid we haven't met before . " " Yes , it is . But I'm afraid we haven't met before . "," I'm Greg Wu , Head of Consultancy . I see that you'd like a credit check done for your company . Is that right ? " " I'm Greg Wu , Head of Consultancy . I see that you'd like a credit check done for your company . Is that right ? "," Hello Greg . Yes , that's correct . You see , we have just acquired a new partner , the transaction is huge . It's to be signed next month , and we would really like to have some clearer information about them . " " Hello Greg . Yes , that's correct . You see , we have just acquired a new partner , the transaction is huge . It's to be signed next month , and we would really like to have some clearer information about them . "," I see . So , it's not for your company , it's for the prospective partner ? " " I see . So , it's not for your company , it's for the prospective partner ? "," That's right . I feel it's always better to go in with both eyes open , if you know what I mean . " " That's right . I feel it's always better to go in with both eyes open , if you know what I mean . ", I couldn't agree more . If you have the company details with you I can get on with that right away . Is there anything else that you need from us today ? I couldn't agree more . If you have the company details with you I can get on with that right away . Is there anything else that you need from us today ? ," The lady at the desk , Shelly I think , told me you offer many other consultancy services . " " The lady at the desk , Shelly I think , told me you offer many other consultancy services . "," We do indeed . Such as making trade investments , financial consultancy , and of course the service you requested . " " We do indeed . Such as making trade investments , financial consultancy , and of course the service you requested . "," That's good to know . Thanks for your help today , I'll leave you with the details and you can get started . " I don ’ t think I can take another semester of this dorm food . ," I know what you mean , it leaves a lot to be desired . " " I know what you mean , it leaves a lot to be desired . "," Sure , like taste , variety , nutritional value , what I should do is move into an apartment off campus where I can cook for myself . " " Sure , like taste , variety , nutritional value , what I should do is move into an apartment off campus where I can cook for myself . ", Have you found anything yet ? Have you found anything yet ? , You know how hard it is to find a decent place at this time of year ? You know how hard it is to find a decent place at this time of year ? ," You should be able to find something comfortable in town , though that would be kind of far from school . " " You should be able to find something comfortable in town , though that would be kind of far from school . "," I got a car , so the distance wouldn ’ t really be a problem . " " I got a car , so the distance wouldn ’ t really be a problem . ", But the parking might be . But the parking might be . , You bet ! "I've brought some potato chips . Would you like some , Jack ? ", Yes . I'd like to swap some of my peanuts for your chips . Yes . I'd like to swap some of my peanuts for your chips . , That'll be fine . Thanks . That'll be fine . Thanks . , Do you have any ketchup ? Do you have any ketchup ? ," I forgot to bring it , but maybe Mary has some . Let's go and ask her . " "hello , do you remember me ? I bought some vases from you yesterday . "," yes , you sent them to New York , right ? " " yes , you sent them to New York , right ? ", that's right . I thought I'd come back to buy some more souvenirs . that's right . I thought I'd come back to buy some more souvenirs . , what did you in mind ? what did you in mind ? ," well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too . " " well , first , I'd like to buy a few postcards . My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere . I want to do that , too . ", we have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters . we have plenty of postcards to choose from here . The same designs can be found on these posters . , posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice . posters are difficult to travel with . I think I'll just buy the postcards . I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice . ," yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you . " " yes , we do . They're on the wall behind you . ", how much do they cost ? how much do they cost ? , the prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ? the prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask . Would you like me to get one down for you to look at ? ," yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle . " " yes , I think I'd like the green mask in the middle . ", here you go . here you go . ," I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate . " " I'll take it , I'd also like to buy some chocolate . ", are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift . are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift . ," yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate . " " yes , it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate . ", we've got plenty to choose from here . we've got plenty to choose from here . , they look delicious . I think she'll be pleased . Mary is such a cautious girl ! , What do you mean by cautious ? What do you mean by cautious ? ," She never puts words into her mouth , she only repeats the opinions of others . " " She never puts words into her mouth , she only repeats the opinions of others . ", Thats a clever way to escape responsibility . How many courses do you have for this semester ? , Eight altogether . Eight altogether . , How are they proportioned ? How are they proportioned ? ," Six are compulsory , two optional . " "Hi , still in the office ? It ’ s already 7 . ", I would like to go but I have to finish a very important presentation . Our boss needs it for tomorrow ’ s morning meeting and I was given the complete information only late this afternoon . I would like to go but I have to finish a very important presentation . Our boss needs it for tomorrow ’ s morning meeting and I was given the complete information only late this afternoon . , Sounds like our boss . Typically him always late with important information . Anything I can help ? Sounds like our boss . Typically him always late with important information . Anything I can help ? ," Oh , that will be great . Thank you so much . Please help me to double-check the name list . I have to make sure they are all correct . " " Oh , that will be great . Thank you so much . Please help me to double-check the name list . I have to make sure they are all correct . "," Ok , shall I make a coffee first ? " " Ok , shall I make a coffee first ? ", Not for me . It is already late . I can not fall asleep after drinking coffee this late . May I try on this dress ? , By all means . (= Of course . ) "Overseas operator , may I help you ? ", Yes . I would like to place a collect call . Yes . I would like to place a collect call . , Can you tell me the name and number of the person you want ? Can you tell me the name and number of the person you want ? , Terry and his number is 4562325 8 . Terry and his number is 4562325 8 . , Please wait a moment . It Will take a few seconds to get through . Hi there . Do you need any help ? , I've been told about something called Southern Fund . How can I buy it ? I've been told about something called Southern Fund . How can I buy it ? ," First of all , you should open a Fund Account with us , just fill in this form . We'll need to see some ID and your Cash Card . " " First of all , you should open a Fund Account with us , just fill in this form . We'll need to see some ID and your Cash Card . ", That sounds simple enough . Do you charge any admin fees for that ? That sounds simple enough . Do you charge any admin fees for that ? ," You'll have to pay 20 RIB , and then you will have your Southern Fund Management company card . " " You'll have to pay 20 RIB , and then you will have your Southern Fund Management company card . ", Do you need any other documentation from me ? Do you need any other documentation from me ? ," Yes , we'll need to fill in this form , for fund trading and this one , for subscribing for and / or applying for purchasing fund units . The minimum is 500 RIB . " "Oh , man . I had the best supper last night . My wife made a stir-fry and it was amazing ! ", I love stir fry crispy bitesize vegetables covered in a mixture of soy sauce and oyster sauce . Wilted greens and fresh bean sprouts . Throw in some onion and garlic and ginger ! Mmm ! Mmm ! It ’ s almost lunchtime . I would die for a plate of stir fry right now ! I love stir fry crispy bitesize vegetables covered in a mixture of soy sauce and oyster sauce . Wilted greens and fresh bean sprouts . Throw in some onion and garlic and ginger ! Mmm ! Mmm ! It ’ s almost lunchtime . I would die for a plate of stir fry right now ! ," Well , you can keep the vegetables , I ’ ll take the meat . The stir fry my wife made was really hearty , with chunks of beef and slivers of bell peppers and onion ... " " Well , you can keep the vegetables , I ’ ll take the meat . The stir fry my wife made was really hearty , with chunks of beef and slivers of bell peppers and onion ... ", What ? You call that a stir fry ? More meat than vegetables ? That ’ s the worst insult you could throw at a Chinese stir fry . What a disgrace to the wok she fried it in ! What you had is equivalent to a fajita without the wrap ! "We're in big trouble , Jason . Nick is beating us by a long shot . "," Impossible ! Well , I'm not giving up yet . It's not over till the fat lady sings ! " " Impossible ! Well , I'm not giving up yet . It's not over till the fat lady sings ! "," OK , comeback kid . Here's you last question.How many times did Robin Williams win the Oscar for Best Actor ? " " OK , comeback kid . Here's you last question.How many times did Robin Williams win the Oscar for Best Actor ? "," Hmm . Let's see ... there was Good Morning , Vietnam , Dead Poet's Society , The Fisher King ... Three , right ? " " Hmm . Let's see ... there was Good Morning , Vietnam , Dead Poet's Society , The Fisher King ... Three , right ? "," Nope , sorry ! Actually , Robin Williams has never won an Oscar for Best Actor--only for Best Supporting Actor ! " You have a nice apartment . , Thank you . My wife would be very happy to hear this . "Well , I ’ d like to have my coat to order.Will you take my measurements ? ", Certainly.How do you like to have it made ? Certainly.How do you like to have it made ? ," Make it after the present fashion , please.What if it does not fit ? " " Make it after the present fashion , please.What if it does not fit ? ", You may rest assured . You may rest assured . , When can I expect to have it ? When can I expect to have it ? , By the end of next week . By the end of next week . , Ok then . See you next weekend . "morning , Mary ? It ’ s John Kramer calling . You remember you handled my tax forms for me ? "," Of course , Mr . Kramer . How are things going these days ? " " Of course , Mr . Kramer . How are things going these days ? ", Better than ever ! You won ’ t have to worry about “ finding ” extra money for me anymore ! We made nearly a quarter of million in profit last year ! Better than ever ! You won ’ t have to worry about “ finding ” extra money for me anymore ! We made nearly a quarter of million in profit last year ! , Congratulations ! I ’ m really glad to hear it ! That should make balancing the books a lot easier ! "I hate to do this to you , Alice , but I ’ m going to have to ask you to put in some more overtime . "," Does it have to be this afternoon , Mr . Fairbanks ? I ’ Ve already made plans . " " Does it have to be this afternoon , Mr . Fairbanks ? I ’ Ve already made plans . "," Well , I would have preferred to do it today , but if you ’ Ve already made plans , we can do it tomorrow . " " Well , I would have preferred to do it today , but if you ’ Ve already made plans , we can do it tomorrow . "," I ’ d appreciate that , sir . How long do you think you ’ ll need me to stay ? " What a busy week ! , Really ! I've never seen so much work . Really ! I've never seen so much work . , Right.How are you going to spend your weekend ? Right.How are you going to spend your weekend ? , I don't know . I have no idea . I don't know . I have no idea . , Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ? Would you like to play some tennis with me before going home ? ," I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible . " " I'm not good at sports , I have never played tennis , and I know I would be terrible . "," You should try it.It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too.What do you say ? " " You should try it.It ' s a great game . Come on , let me help you . I'm a good player , and a good teacher , too.What do you say ? "," OK , but don't say I didn't warn you . " " OK , but don't say I didn't warn you . "," That was a pretty good shot , Mary . " " That was a pretty good shot , Mary . ", Thanks.This is fun ! Thanks.This is fun ! , Let me help you with your serve . Let me help you with your serve . , No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before.Maybe I should learn to do something . No one has ever tried to show me how to play a sport before.Maybe I should learn to do something . ," Of course , you can.All you need is a little help and a lot of practice . " " Of course , you can.All you need is a little help and a lot of practice . ", Do you really think I can be a good player ? Do you really think I can be a good player ? ," Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ? " " Well , maybe not a Michael Zhang , but better than the average . Person would you like to play again Wednesday ? ", Yes . This has been fun . You know John ? , Which John ? Mr.Turnbow ’ s son ? Which John ? Mr.Turnbow ’ s son ? , Yes . I ’ Ve read news about him in today ’ s paper . Yes . I ’ Ve read news about him in today ’ s paper . , And he ’ s bright and intelligent . I ’ m sure he can pass the university entrance exam . And he ’ s bright and intelligent . I ’ m sure he can pass the university entrance exam . , I wish he could too . I wish he could too . ," How ’ s your boy , Jack ? " " How ’ s your boy , Jack ? "," He ’ s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up . " " He ’ s a bit tired , you know . It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up . "," Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ’ t they ? " " Poor boys ! They work harder at school nowadays , don ’ t they ? ", Good luck to them . Have you heard of the Love Bug ? , Do you mean the ' I love you ' virus that attacks computers through e-mail ? Do you mean the ' I love you ' virus that attacks computers through e-mail ? , Yes . It is one of the most harmful computer viruses in the world . People say it will break out again om Valentines ' Day this year . Yes . It is one of the most harmful computer viruses in the world . People say it will break out again om Valentines ' Day this year . , This is terrible . Why do hackers play such a dirty trick ? This is terrible . Why do hackers play such a dirty trick ? ," Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it . " " Hackers are smart , and they want people to know about it . ", So they create viruses to tell people they are smart ? That's really sick . "Very good . Now , I have a couple of final questions . ", I hope they ’ re not too hard ! I hope they ’ re not too hard ! ," Well , why should we hire you ? " " Well , why should we hire you ? "," I think that I would be a perfect fit in this company . I have a unique combination of strong technical acumen , and outstanding soft skills . you know , I excel at building strong , long-term customer relationships . For example , when I headed the customer support department in my previous company , our team solved about seventy percent of our customers ’ problems . I decided that we needed better information and technical preparation on our products , so after I implemented a series of training sessions in coordination with our technical department , we were able to solve ninety percent of our customers ’ issues . Given the opportunity , I could bring this kind of success to this company . " " I think that I would be a perfect fit in this company . I have a unique combination of strong technical acumen , and outstanding soft skills . you know , I excel at building strong , long-term customer relationships . For example , when I headed the customer support department in my previous company , our team solved about seventy percent of our customers ’ problems . I decided that we needed better information and technical preparation on our products , so after I implemented a series of training sessions in coordination with our technical department , we were able to solve ninety percent of our customers ’ issues . Given the opportunity , I could bring this kind of success to this company . "," Impressive ! So , what would you consider to be your greatest weakness ? " " Impressive ! So , what would you consider to be your greatest weakness ? "," I struggle with organization and time management . Punctuality has never been a strength of mine . I find it hard to organize my time efficiently . I have actually addressed this weakness recently , by attending a workshop on efficient time management . It helped me a lot , by providing me with great insights on how to get organized and use my time efficiently , so I think I ’ m getting better now . " " I struggle with organization and time management . Punctuality has never been a strength of mine . I find it hard to organize my time efficiently . I have actually addressed this weakness recently , by attending a workshop on efficient time management . It helped me a lot , by providing me with great insights on how to get organized and use my time efficiently , so I think I ’ m getting better now . "," Great ... Well , let me tell you that I am very pleased with this interview . We are short-listing our candidates this week , and next week we will inform our short listed candidates of the day and time for a second interview with our CEO . " " Great ... Well , let me tell you that I am very pleased with this interview . We are short-listing our candidates this week , and next week we will inform our short listed candidates of the day and time for a second interview with our CEO . "," Great , thanks a lot ! I hope to hear from you ! Good bye . " When ’ re you getting married ? , We planned our wedding for next May . We planned our wedding for next May . , Why so late ? Didn ’ t she want to get married this October ? Why so late ? Didn ’ t she want to get married this October ? ," Yeah , I did . But my fiancee has an important project . " " Yeah , I did . But my fiancee has an important project . "," That ’ s really a shame . By the way , who will be the bridesmaid ? " " That ’ s really a shame . By the way , who will be the bridesmaid ? "," Julie ’ s friend , Mary . And John will be the best man . " " Julie ’ s friend , Mary . And John will be the best man . ", Wow ! I ’ m very excited about your ceremony . Where shall we go on vacation this summer ? ," Well , that depends . Tell me where you want to go ? " " Well , that depends . Tell me where you want to go ? ", Venice . I have great interests in the boats . Venice . I have great interests in the boats . , That's interesting to travel by boat to see the whole city that is between the sea and sky . But personally I like Greek better . That's interesting to travel by boat to see the whole city that is between the sea and sky . But personally I like Greek better . , I like the country too . It's quite famous for its culture . Get changed ! , What for ? "Repair service , how may I help you ? ", My phone has got lot of static . My phone has got lot of static . , How old is your phone ? How old is your phone ? , About five years old . About five years old . , The wire in your phone might have gotten rusty . Could you bring your phone into our office ? We'll clean it for you . The wire in your phone might have gotten rusty . Could you bring your phone into our office ? We'll clean it for you . ," Sure , where is your office ? " " Sure , where is your office ? ", We're located at 132 West Street . We're located at 132 West Street . , When are you available ? When are you available ? , From 9A . M . to 5 P . M . From 9A . M . to 5 P . M . ," Alright , I'll bring it in this afternoon . " " Alright , I'll bring it in this afternoon . ", No problem . See you this afternoon . "Well , Jeff , that was a very productive meeting , I thought . You had some really great ideas in there ! "," Really ? Well , thanks for saying so . " " Really ? Well , thanks for saying so . "," No , I mean it . Look , are you hungry ? Shall we go get something to eat ? " " No , I mean it . Look , are you hungry ? Shall we go get something to eat ? ", Sure . Why not ? Sure . Why not ? ," OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner . " " OK , well , let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner . ", OK . Are you busy tomorrow morning ? , I'm free . What's up ? I'm free . What's up ? , Someone has to pick up the boss at the airport . Someone has to pick up the boss at the airport . ," Oh , I just remembered I've got a report to write . " "Excuse me , could I have a menu please ? ", Here you are . Here you are . , I want to try the local specialty . Can you recommend me some ? I want to try the local specialty . Can you recommend me some ? , Sure . I think filet steak will be a good choice . It's the best local food . Sure . I think filet steak will be a good choice . It's the best local food . ," Fine , bring us double . " Who is responsible for the accident ? Is it Tony ’ s fault ? , No . I don ’ t suppose he ’ s to blame . The man in the other car made a big mistake . No . I don ’ t suppose he ’ s to blame . The man in the other car made a big mistake . ," You mean Tony is the victim ? No , I don ’ t think so . He ’ s equally responsible because he tried to overtake you . " " You mean Tony is the victim ? No , I don ’ t think so . He ’ s equally responsible because he tried to overtake you . ", Yeah . I think everyone should go easy on driving . I think I'll get some new goggles . ," Good idea . I'll get some , too . " " Good idea . I'll get some , too . ", We also need some sunscreen . What about beach towels ? We also need some sunscreen . What about beach towels ? , Sure . We have to have something to lie on while we're catching some rays . Sure . We have to have something to lie on while we're catching some rays . ," I think I'll get a hat , too . " " I think I'll get a hat , too . "," No hat for me , but I'm getting this cool pair of shades . " " No hat for me , but I'm getting this cool pair of shades . "," Okay , I guess that's it . Let's go pay for this stuff . " Have you given the puppies food yet ? , Of course . I fed them today . Of course . I fed them today . , Good job ! Please give them a bath later on today . Good job ! Please give them a bath later on today . ," Sure , I'll give them a bath . " " Sure , I'll give them a bath . ", Thanks . But don't forget that they have a vet appointment this Saturday . Thanks . But don't forget that they have a vet appointment this Saturday . , I remember . What time do they need to be there ? I remember . What time do they need to be there ? , They need to be there at eleven in the morning . They need to be there at eleven in the morning . , All right . I'll make sure and remember . Don't tell me you're pregnant again . , I'm afraid so . What kind of personality do you think you have ? , I'm easy to approach and friendly to everyone . I'm easy to approach and friendly to everyone . , Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? Do you think you are introverted or extroverted ? ," I'm quite outgoing , I think . " " I'm quite outgoing , I think . ", Are you more of a follower or a leader ? Are you more of a follower or a leader ? ," I don't agree with someone else's opinion if I think he's wrong , but when I understand his thinking and see he has some good ideas , then I'm very happy to go along with him . " What did you say ? , I said it's a lovely day . Why don't we go for a walk ? I said it's a lovely day . Why don't we go for a walk ? ," Well , I feel a little tired . " " Well , I feel a little tired . "," Come on ! A little labor , much health . " " Come on ! A little labor , much health . ", Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter . Then can you wait a few minutes ? I want to finish writing this letter . , Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather . Don't take too long . It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather . , I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ? I won't be long . No more than ten minutes . Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park ? , Believe I will . Look for me near the lake . How did you do that ? , It was a piece of cake . "You're right--Italian ! Ha ! Ha ! I was trying to trick you , but you didn't fall for it ! "," I almost did ! Actually , I don't know that much about coffee , even though I sell it . " " I almost did ! Actually , I don't know that much about coffee , even though I sell it . ", I could give you a few pointers if you want . I know a lot about coffee . I could give you a few pointers if you want . I know a lot about coffee . , Thanks . Maybe if things slow down later I'll stop by your table . Thanks . Maybe if things slow down later I'll stop by your table . ," I'm Robert , at your service . " " I'm Robert , at your service . ", Rita . Nice to meet you . What will you do now ? Propose to her . , Of course I won't chill out . Opportunity knocks only once . Of course I won't chill out . Opportunity knocks only once . , You should strike while the iron is hot . You should strike while the iron is hot . , You're right . I will have a talk to her about that . Hello . What can we do for you today ? ," I've just had some money sent from Germany , in Euros . " " I've just had some money sent from Germany , in Euros . "," OK , could you give me your details and I'll see if it has cleared . We need your banking details and some ID . A passport or something like that ? " " OK , could you give me your details and I'll see if it has cleared . We need your banking details and some ID . A passport or something like that ? "," I have my passport right here , and here are the account details . The name , number ... " " I have my passport right here , and here are the account details . The name , number ... "," Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful . " " Mr Jurgen , yes , the remittance has been successful . "," That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible . " " That was quick ! I didn't expect it to come through so quickly . Yes , that is good news . The full amount should be 20,000 Euros , is that right ? I'd like to withdraw 5,000 Euros worth of local currency , if that's possible . "," Not a problem , Sir . Please fill in this exchange form and show me your passport . " I like small towns . , But many roads are very narrow . But many roads are very narrow . ," Not always , and there're also few cars ! " " Not always , and there're also few cars ! "," Yes , because of fewer people . " May I help you ? ," Yes , I would like to check in . " Do you have a reservation ? ," Yes , my name is Carol Tiang . That's spelled J - I - A - N - G . " " Yes , my name is Carol Tiang . That's spelled J - I - A - N - G . "," I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name.Do you have your confirmation number ? " " I'm sorry , Ma'am . I can't find anything under that name.Do you have your confirmation number ? "," No , I don't have it with me.But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month . " " No , I don't have it with me.But I know I have a reservation . My husband made it for me last month . "," Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ? " " Well , let me look again . How do you spell your first name , Ma'am ? ", C - A - R - O - L . Carol . C - A - R - O - L . Carol . , I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday . I don't find a Carol in the computer for today . I have a Carol Larson here . But that reservation is for next Monday . ," No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me . " " No , that's not me . My name is Tiang , not Larson . My husband reserved for me . "," Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name . " " Are you sure he used your name , Ma'am ? Maybe he reserved under his name . "," His name is Lin , L - I - N . " " His name is Lin , L - I - N . ", I'm sorry . I have nothing here . I'm sorry . I have nothing here . ," Miss , I know he made this reservation for me . " Would you like to come to our factory for a visit ? ," Oh , yes.Thank you . I'd be glad to . " " Oh , yes.Thank you . I'd be glad to . ", You can look around our new workshops and the automatic machines . You can look around our new workshops and the automatic machines . , I'm sure the output of your production will increase a lot . Who is this on the water buffalo ? ," That's my grand-father . He was a farmer . When he was young , he had to take the water buffalo to graze in the field . " " That's my grand-father . He was a farmer . When he was young , he had to take the water buffalo to graze in the field . "," Oh yes , that was the best job in most farm families . That's where many of them learned to play the flute . " " Oh yes , that was the best job in most farm families . That's where many of them learned to play the flute . ", My grandfather did that too . He used the time to study instead . My grandfather did that too . He used the time to study instead . , That's interesting . Go on ! That's interesting . Go on ! , My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school . My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business . He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school . , So he became a self-taught man ? So he became a self-taught man ? ," Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous . " " Right . Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village . When he was middle aged , he became a great man , quite famous . ", In what field ? In what field ? , As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country . As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country . , Is he still in that that type of work . Is he still in that that type of work . , No . He retired from that . He is a senator now . No . He retired from that . He is a senator now . , Would you want to be a senator ? Would you want to be a senator ? ," Well , maybe when I get old . But first I'll be a lawyer . " Excuse me . I think I have got lost in the Art Gallery . Can you tell me the way to the exit . , Sure . Go back and take the third turning on the left . Sure . Go back and take the third turning on the left . , Thank you very much . I have been wondering here for almost half an hour . Thank you very much . I have been wondering here for almost half an hour . , It is really like a labyrinth . Do you know anything about health food ? ," It is so popular among people to preserve health now , so I read some books about health food . " " It is so popular among people to preserve health now , so I read some books about health food . ", Can you give me some examples ? Can you give me some examples ? , Drinking warm and fresh water in the morning on wakening up is one of ways to keep healthy . Drinking warm and fresh water in the morning on wakening up is one of ways to keep healthy . , Really ? Why we must have warm and fresh water ? Really ? Why we must have warm and fresh water ? ," Warm water can be good for your stomach , which is empty at that moment . And freshness can keep the water active to clean your digest system . " " Warm water can be good for your stomach , which is empty at that moment . And freshness can keep the water active to clean your digest system . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? ," Yogurt , because it has protein , vitamins and it is acidic . If you drink it everyday , your stomach will be more comfortable . " I really want to take a nap . I feel very sleepy today . , What ’ s the matter ? Didn ’ t you get enough sleep last night ? What ’ s the matter ? Didn ’ t you get enough sleep last night ? , I fell asleep very late . It was almost two o ’ clock in the morning when I finally fell asleep . I fell asleep very late . It was almost two o ’ clock in the morning when I finally fell asleep . , Are you worried about something ? Why couldn ’ t you sleep ? Are you worried about something ? Why couldn ’ t you sleep ? ," You know how it is when you ’ re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind . " " You know how it is when you ’ re in a strange country . Everything is new , and you get tired and nervous sometimes . Then you worry about your family , about conditions back home , about your courses , about your money , about everything . I tried to fall asleep but I just had too much on my mind . "," Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax . " " Well , take it easy . Things will look better tomorrow . Maybe you should try exercising or a hot bath to help you relax . ", Anything is worth a try . But right now I really just want to find a quiet place to take a nap . "Hi , Mark ! Long time no see ! "," Hi , Alex ! " " Hi , Alex ! ", Where have you been ? Where have you been ? , I just got back from London . I just got back from London . , How was your flight ? How was your flight ? ," It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though . " " It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though . ", That ’ s too bad . how long was the flight ? That ’ s too bad . how long was the flight ? , It was 10 hours . It was 10 hours . , Did you have a layover ? Did you have a layover ? ," Yes , in paris , France . " " Yes , in paris , France . ", Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ? Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ? , Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate ? one for me and one for you ! Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate ? one for me and one for you ! ," Oh , you didn ’ t have to ... " " Oh , you didn ’ t have to ... ", It was nothing . "Hello , this is Dr Cook's clinic.May I speak to Mr.Smith ? ", This is he . This is he . , Dr Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested.Could you make it a quarter to two ? Dr Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested.Could you make it a quarter to two ? , All right . Whoa ! This is a massive flea market ! , You're telling me ! There are thousands of people here . You're telling me ! There are thousands of people here . , And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff . And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff . , This is almost like a Taiwanese night market ! I can't believe it ! This is almost like a Taiwanese night market ! I can't believe it ! ," You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan . " " You can't buy much more , Wei ! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan . "," Oh , yeah . OK . I'll just buy smallthings ! " Could you please wait for a minute ? I'll buy the tickets , All right . All right . , Here is your ticket . Here is your ticket . , Thank you . Thank you . , The park will close soon . We Should better go in right now . The park will close soon . We Should better go in right now . , Really ? Really ? ," Yes , let's go in . " " Yes , let's go in . "," It is a new park , isn't it ? " " It is a new park , isn't it ? "," Yes , how do you know ? " " Yes , how do you know ? ", I guessed it . I guessed it . ," Well , generally speaking , the park is a window on the world history , a window on the world civilization and a window on the world's tourist attractions as well . " " Well , generally speaking , the park is a window on the world history , a window on the world civilization and a window on the world's tourist attractions as well . "," Oh , how wonderful ! " "Good evening , Mr . Wu . "," Good evening , Mr . Smith . " " Good evening , Mr . Smith . "," Have you met my wife , Mary ? " " Have you met my wife , Mary ? ", No . I haven ’ t had the pleasure . No . I haven ’ t had the pleasure . ," Mary , this is Mr . Wu , my new Chinese friend . " " Mary , this is Mr . Wu , my new Chinese friend . "," How do you do , Mr . Wu ? Welcome . " " How do you do , Mr . Wu ? Welcome . ", How do you do ? How do you do ? ," Have a glass of wine , Mr . Wu ? And let me introduce you to some of my guests . " Do you know how late it is ? , My fault . I didn't realize what time it was . My fault . I didn't realize what time it was . , I hope you don't think that excuse lets you off the hook . I hope you don't think that excuse lets you off the hook . , Not really . I'm telling the truth . Not really . I'm telling the truth . , Haven't I asked you to call if you're going to be home late ? Haven't I asked you to call if you're going to be home late ? ," This is true , but it must've slipped my mind . " " This is true , but it must've slipped my mind . "," Regardless , all you had to do was give a call . " " Regardless , all you had to do was give a call . ", I know . I should've called . I know . I should've called . ," Come home late one more time , and you'll find your stuff outside . " " Come home late one more time , and you'll find your stuff outside . ", You want to throw me out over this ? You want to throw me out over this ? ," That's right , maybe then you'll respect my rules . " " That's right , maybe then you'll respect my rules . "," That's fine , because if I leave , then your rules won't matter . " It's time for desserts ! Are you still hungry ? , I've always got room for something sweet ! I've always got room for something sweet ! , what are you going to try first ? what are you going to try first ? ," I've never tried traditional Greek yogurt , so I want to try that first . " " I've never tried traditional Greek yogurt , so I want to try that first . ", do they serve the yogurt with anything ? do they serve the yogurt with anything ? , I believe they add locally produced honey to it . I believe they add locally produced honey to it . , that sounds good . I'm going to start with an Italian tiramisu . that sounds good . I'm going to start with an Italian tiramisu . , do you want to try some of my yogurt . It's a favorite everyday dessert in Greece . do you want to try some of my yogurt . It's a favorite everyday dessert in Greece . , ok . Mmm . ok . Mmm . , what do you think ? How does it taste ? what do you think ? How does it taste ? ," it's nice , but it's rather plain . Do you want to try my tiramisu ? " " it's nice , but it's rather plain . Do you want to try my tiramisu ? ", sure . I'll just have a bite . sure . I'll just have a bite . , what do you think ? Does it taste good ? what do you think ? Does it taste good ? , it's absolutely delicious ! That is the best tiramisu I've ever had ! it's absolutely delicious ! That is the best tiramisu I've ever had ! , I'm glad you like it . I don't care for it . Why don't you finish my tiramisu so that I can try one of those fried bananas ? I'm glad you like it . I don't care for it . Why don't you finish my tiramisu so that I can try one of those fried bananas ? , ok . I've had one of those before . They're really sweet and crunchy . ok . I've had one of those before . They're really sweet and crunchy . , do you know where they are from . do you know where they are from . , I believe they are a local delicacy in the South . I believe they are a local delicacy in the South . ," do you want me to get you one , too ? " " do you want me to get you one , too ? "," yeah , why not ? We've already pigged out as it is ! " " yeah , why not ? We've already pigged out as it is ! "," ok , I'll be back with two fried bananas in a few minutes . Wait for me here ! " Can I make a reservation ? ," Yes , sir . For what time ? " " Yes , sir . For what time ? ", 7 o'clock tonight and there will be 5 persons . 7 o'clock tonight and there will be 5 persons . ," OK , sir . Five persons at 7:00 . " " OK , sir . Five persons at 7:00 . ", Do you have a VIP room ? Do you have a VIP room ? ," Sorry , sir . We have only tables in the main dinning room left . " May I help you ? , I would like to find this book . I would like to find this book . , Is there a problem ? Is there a problem ? , I don ’ t think you guys have it . I don ’ t think you guys have it . , You should look it up on our computer . You should look it up on our computer . , I did that . I did that . , What came up ? What came up ? ," It should be on the shelf , but I didn ’ t see it . " " It should be on the shelf , but I didn ’ t see it . ", I can try to get the book from a different library . I can try to get the book from a different library . , I didn ’ t know you could do that . I didn ’ t know you could do that . , I will call you when I find it . I will call you when I find it . , I appreciate your help . "From the looks of this house from the outside , I don ’ t really think that I want to go inside . "," From here , it does look like it could use a little work . Let ’ s see what the interior looks like . " " From here , it does look like it could use a little work . Let ’ s see what the interior looks like . ", I am not impressed by the interior of this house . I am not impressed by the interior of this house . , Sometimes all a place needs is a little bit of cleaning and some fresh paint . Sometimes all a place needs is a little bit of cleaning and some fresh paint . ," With so few windows , how can you even see what the problems are ? " " With so few windows , how can you even see what the problems are ? ", I think that we should check out the kitchen . It is listed as roomy and spacious . I think that we should check out the kitchen . It is listed as roomy and spacious . , Where are you supposed to store things without any cabinet space ? Where are you supposed to store things without any cabinet space ? , The picture in the listing shows a lovely master suite . I think that we should go look at it since we are here . The picture in the listing shows a lovely master suite . I think that we should go look at it since we are here . , Is there a dead animal somewhere in here ? Is there a dead animal somewhere in here ? ," Well , I think that it is pretty safe to say that this is not the house for you . " I am calling to apply to work in your agency of entry . , OK . Do you have any advantages to work in our entry agency ? OK . Do you have any advantages to work in our entry agency ? , Yes . I know many ambassadors in Chinese Embassy and British Embassy in China . Yes . I know many ambassadors in Chinese Embassy and British Embassy in China . ," Wonderful , I will give you a chance of interview . " "Excuse me , where can I find a guide ? ", You can find one at the ticket office . You can find one at the ticket office . , Thanks a lot . Have a nice day . Thanks a lot . Have a nice day . , You are welcome . "Why are you cut up recently , Nancy ? ", I ’ Ve just parted with my boyfriend . I ’ Ve just parted with my boyfriend . ," Oh , cheer up . A boyfriend is not everything . " " Oh , cheer up . A boyfriend is not everything . ", But I cannot forget him . It looks like our company trip will have to be canceled because of the typhoon . , That's disappointing . I was really looking forward to it . How often do you have English lessons ? , I have a lesson once a week but I try to practice every day . I have a lesson once a week but I try to practice every day . , How do you practice ? How do you practice ? , I usually look at English language websites every day and go to my local English Corner twice a week . I usually look at English language websites every day and go to my local English Corner twice a week . , Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ? Do you ever speak to native speakers of English ? ," Sadly , I hardly ever speak to English people . I usually practice with my Chinese friends . " "Hello , what can I do for you ? ", Hello . I'm sorry to tell you that I've lost my credit card this morning . I want to report the loss and replace a card . Hello . I'm sorry to tell you that I've lost my credit card this morning . I want to report the loss and replace a card . ," Don't worry . I will help you soon . Please fill in this form first . And write down your name , your account number and the amount in your card please . " " Don't worry . I will help you soon . Please fill in this form first . And write down your name , your account number and the amount in your card please . ", Done ! Done ! , OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost . OK . May I see your ID card ? ( B passed his ID card . ) Please wait for a moment . Let me go and check the account . ( A few minutes later . ) We have locked your card . You can come here to renew the account and get a new card a week later . Your money will not be lost . , Thank goodness . Thank goodness . ," Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge . " " Please pay 10 yuan , the handling charge . ", OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later . OK ! Thank you very much . See you a week later . , See you ! "What's the matter , Paul ? "," Can you believe this ? I locked my keys in the car , and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt . " " Can you believe this ? I locked my keys in the car , and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt . "," So , what are you going to do ? " " So , what are you going to do ? "," I don't know ... Hey , do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours ? " " I don't know ... Hey , do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours ? "," I'm sorry , but I really need it this afternoon . " " I'm sorry , but I really need it this afternoon . "," Well , could you drive me home ? I have spare keys there . " " Well , could you drive me home ? I have spare keys there . ", Sure . That's no problem . Sure . That's no problem . ," Oh , and Andy ? Do you have a quarter for the phone ? My wallet's in the car . " " Oh , and Andy ? Do you have a quarter for the phone ? My wallet's in the car . ", Here you go . Anything else ? Here you go . Anything else ? ," No , that's it . Thanks . I really appreciate it . " "So , John , what do you do for a living ? ", I ’ m a sales manager in a publishing company . I ’ m a sales manager in a publishing company . ," Oh , really ? That sounds interesting , what kinds of book do you publish ? " " Oh , really ? That sounds interesting , what kinds of book do you publish ? "," Oh , mostly fiction , lots of romance , science fiction , biography , stuff like that . " " Oh , mostly fiction , lots of romance , science fiction , biography , stuff like that . "," Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ? " " Oh , What a cool job ! How long have you worked there ? ", About two years now . "May I have your order , please ? "," Yes , I'd like to have a share of steak . " " Yes , I'd like to have a share of steak . "," OK . How do you like your steak , do you like it rare , medium or well done ? " " OK . How do you like your steak , do you like it rare , medium or well done ? "," I like it well-done , please . " " I like it well-done , please . ", Anything else ? Anything else ? , One Whisky . One Whisky . , It will be ready right away . I want to rent skis and boots . , Here you are . Have a nice stay here . Here you are . Have a nice stay here . , Thank you . I am a learner so can you tell me where I can find a ski instructor ? Thank you . I am a learner so can you tell me where I can find a ski instructor ? , We will find you one . Wait a moment . We will find you one . Wait a moment . , Thank you very much . "Oh , so the zoo is over there . Thank you so much for your help . ", You ’ re welcome . Can I ask you what brings you to China ? You ’ re welcome . Can I ask you what brings you to China ? , I ’ m actually travelling around Asia . I ’ m actually travelling around Asia . ," Oh , very nice . How long will you be in Beijing ? " " Oh , very nice . How long will you be in Beijing ? ", Probably another week . Probably another week . ," Oh , I see . Well , I ’ ll give you my phone number and if you need a guide , please call me . " " Oh , I see . Well , I ’ ll give you my phone number and if you need a guide , please call me . ", Thank you very much . That ’ s very kind . I wish to make it clear at the outset that this matter of labels is entirely our problem . , I should say it is something we have never come across before . I should say it is something we have never come across before . ," The Federal Food and Drug Administration , or the FDA as we call it for short , imposes a whole set of regulations on the import of food products to the United States . Over the years , they have become so rigid and complicated that they are now quite a head - ache for us importers . " " The Federal Food and Drug Administration , or the FDA as we call it for short , imposes a whole set of regulations on the import of food products to the United States . Over the years , they have become so rigid and complicated that they are now quite a head - ache for us importers . "," In my opinion , overly strict regulations are just another way of restricting imports . " " In my opinion , overly strict regulations are just another way of restricting imports . "," Ah , there's something in what you're saying . According to the present FDA regulations , the Ma Ling Labels then cannot be used if the lichee is to be offered for import into the United States . " " Ah , there's something in what you're saying . According to the present FDA regulations , the Ma Ling Labels then cannot be used if the lichee is to be offered for import into the United States . "," Why not ? Our cannedlichee and canned provisions have already been widely sold in various markets abroad , and the Ma Ling Label has now been accepted by most of overseas customers and importers . Is it quite impossible for you to use the Ma Ling labels as they are ? " " Why not ? Our cannedlichee and canned provisions have already been widely sold in various markets abroad , and the Ma Ling Label has now been accepted by most of overseas customers and importers . Is it quite impossible for you to use the Ma Ling labels as they are ? "," I'd be quite willing to if I could , but we must comply with the label requirements according to our law , or we can't clear the consignment of lichee through the Customs . " " I'd be quite willing to if I could , but we must comply with the label requirements according to our law , or we can't clear the consignment of lichee through the Customs . "," In that case , what can we do to help you ? Have you any suggestions ? " " In that case , what can we do to help you ? Have you any suggestions ? ", Would you consider quoting us for the order with neutral cans on a C . I . F . basis for delivery in Hong Kong ? Our associated company there will have the labels printed to comply with the FDA regulations . Would you consider quoting us for the order with neutral cans on a C . I . F . basis for delivery in Hong Kong ? Our associated company there will have the labels printed to comply with the FDA regulations . ," Do you think that's the only way out ? You know we usually do the labeling , as we are responsible for the brand labels of our products . " You get your bus pass ? , I'm not going to buy one . I'm not going to buy one . , You're not ? You're not ? , I think it's a waste of money . I think it's a waste of money . , It actually costs less if you have a bus pass . It actually costs less if you have a bus pass . , How is that ? How is that ? , You can use it however many times you need to . You can use it however many times you need to . , Is that right ? Is that right ? ," Yup , and you can keep the money in your pocket . " " Yup , and you can keep the money in your pocket . ", That sounds nice . That sounds nice . , You should go get yours . You should go get yours . ," Yeah , I think I will . " How many people are there in your family ? ," My immediate family is quite small . It's just my older step-brother , my mom , my step-dad and me . How about you ? " " My immediate family is quite small . It's just my older step-brother , my mom , my step-dad and me . How about you ? "," I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and my parents . " " I have a large family . I have three older sisters , my twin sister , a younger brother , and my parents . ", I didn't know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ? I didn't know you were a twin ! Are you identical or fraternal ? ," We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else ! " " We're identical . I mean , we look exactly the same , but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else ! "," Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ? " " Interesting . It must be great having a twin sister . Are you best friends , too ? "," We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father . " " We used to be really close , but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai . How about your family ? You didn't mention to your biological father . "," I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family . " " I don't know much about him . He died when I was just a baby . Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother , I consider them to be my real family . ", What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ? What about your step-brother's mother ? Does he keep in touch with her ? ," No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later . " " No , she also died when my step-brother was little . My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends . They ended up getting married a few years later . ", Sounds like it was ment to be . My son came home from three years in the navy . , It was a real red letter day for you . It was a real red letter day for you . , Yeah . We rolled out the red carpet to welcome him home . How's your brother doing ? ," As a matter of fact , he hasn't been feeling too well . " " As a matter of fact , he hasn't been feeling too well . ", I'm sorry to hear that . What's the matter ? I'm sorry to hear that . What's the matter ? , Tell him I hope he's better soon . Tell him I hope he's better soon . , I'll tell him . Thanks for asking about him . "Good morning , Madam . What can I do for you ? "," I'd like to withdraw 35,000 RIB from my Corporate Account . " " I'd like to withdraw 35,000 RIB from my Corporate Account . ", Do you have an appointment ? Do you have an appointment ? ," Yes , my name is Ms Jane Reeve , R-E-E-V-E . " " Yes , my name is Ms Jane Reeve , R-E-E-V-E . "," Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ? " " Ah , yes , Ms Reeve . I have all of your information here . Do you have the cash cheque ? ", Here you go . Here you go . ," I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here . " " I'm sorry Ms Reeve , it says 45,000 RIB here . "," Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ? " " Oh , how silly of me . Can we correct it here ? "," I'm sorry , we cannot make corrections on these . You'll have to bring another one with the correct amount , I'm afraid . " "Have you been served , sir ? "," I am just looking , thank you ... Excuse me . Can you tell me where I can buy a pair of shoes ? " " I am just looking , thank you ... Excuse me . Can you tell me where I can buy a pair of shoes ? ", It's on the fourth floor . It's on the fourth floor . , Thank you . What a nice photo you ’ Ve taken ! ," I ’ m flattered , but really anyone else could do it . " " I ’ m flattered , but really anyone else could do it . "," You have a real talent , Ellen ! " " You have a real talent , Ellen ! "," I ’ m thinking of making an album , you know . " "Good afternoon , madam . Is there anything I can do for you ? "," Yes , I spent so much time sightseeing here . It is already so late now . I am afraid I can't catch the last bus back to downtown . " " Yes , I spent so much time sightseeing here . It is already so late now . I am afraid I can't catch the last bus back to downtown . ", Don't worry . I will try to get a taxi for you . You can take it to the bus station . Don't worry . I will try to get a taxi for you . You can take it to the bus station . , I am very grateful to your help . I am very grateful to your help . , Don't mention it . It is my duty . Don't mention it . It is my duty . , Thanks again . Are you looking forward to seeing that big concert next week ? , You bet . I'm really excited . "Oh , hey , Keri ! You cook , right ! You're a pretty good cook . ", I'm OK . I'm OK . ," OK . I want to make an omelet , so actually this is really silly , I've never made one before . How do you make an omelet ? " " OK . I want to make an omelet , so actually this is really silly , I've never made one before . How do you make an omelet ? "," OK , Well , I can teach you how I make them , which is the same way my father and grandmother make them , which is a little special . " " OK , Well , I can teach you how I make them , which is the same way my father and grandmother make them , which is a little special . ", OK . Yeah ! Yeah ! OK . Yeah ! Yeah ! ," First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan . " " First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl , and whisk them up , quite , so they're quite high and fluffy , and in a hot pan , and you need a pan that's that's kind of small , that the sides go up at an angle . You put some oil and heat it up , so it's quite hot , and then you take your whipped up eggs , or whisked up eggs , and pour them into the pan , and as it's cooking , if you take a spatula , and push the bottom layer of the egg , to the side , to the sides , and then to the middle , so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan . "," Oh , OK . Wow ! " " Oh , OK . Wow ! "," OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese . " " OK . And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over , you'll only have to cook that side lightly . Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese . ", Wow . That sounds really good . Wow . That sounds really good . ," Mm , it is . " " Mm , it is . ", Wow . What fillings do you recommend ? Wow . What fillings do you recommend ? ," Um , well , if you want to do a real simple one , you can just use some pre-made salsa and cheese , and that's easy , or you can do something like cut up some ham and cheese , onions , tomatoes , mushrooms , anything that you like . If you want to make a spinach omelet then you have to add the cooked spinach to the egg mixture . So it's actually cooked in it . It's inside bacon and sour cream is nice and Jack cheese . " I have to talk to you ! ," What , Hilary ? I ’ m really in a hurry ! " " What , Hilary ? I ’ m really in a hurry ! "," I know , Blake . But you ’ Ve been avoiding me all morning , and we have got to talk about this deal with the Mc Kinsey Food Company . " " I know , Blake . But you ’ Ve been avoiding me all morning , and we have got to talk about this deal with the Mc Kinsey Food Company . "," I ’ Ve been busy , Hilary . We can set up a meeting to talk about the deal , but I still feel the same way . I don ’ t think it ’ s worth it . " are you still coming to my place for dinner tomorrow night ? , of course . Is the dinner still on ? of course . Is the dinner still on ? ," yes , I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place . " " yes , I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place . ", we were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice . we were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice . ," that's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark . " " that's what I thought you would do . Listen , I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood . It's just down the street from all the bars . You probably don't want to be walking around after dark . ", it can't be that bad . it can't be that bad . ," I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here . " " I wish it wasn't , but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here . "," really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime . " " really ? I never would have guessed . The criminals must only come out in the evenings , because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime . "," do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better . " " do me a favor , and take a taxi . It'd make me feel a lot better . "," ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ? " " ok , we will . How do you get around in the evenings ? "," when I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen — just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation . " " when I first moved in , I walked everywhere . But within a week , I had my purse stolen — just a block away from the police station ! Now , I always take public transportation . ", has anything else happened to you ? has anything else happened to you ? ," nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close . " " nothing else has happened to me , but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close . "," well , we'll be careful . Thanks for letting me know . " "Amy , could you help me with this work ? "," Sorry , I'm busy . Why don't you ask Alice ? " " Sorry , I'm busy . Why don't you ask Alice ? ", Okay . What do you think about half day kindergarten for Stacey ? , We could try it for the first few weeks and see if she likes it . We could try it for the first few weeks and see if she likes it . , I just think it will be a little difficult for her to be away from home for so long right off the bat . I just think it will be a little difficult for her to be away from home for so long right off the bat . , You have a good point . She hasn't really ever been away from home for longer than a few hours . You have a good point . She hasn't really ever been away from home for longer than a few hours . , I think she is really going to like her teacher though . I think she is really going to like her teacher though . ," Yes , they seemed to click at the meeting the other day . " " Yes , they seemed to click at the meeting the other day . ", Did you happen to notice if she was interested in any of the other kids ? Did you happen to notice if she was interested in any of the other kids ? ," No , but I did notice that she was very interested in the art supplies ! " Can I try it on now ? , Of course . I will show you the fitting room . Of course . I will show you the fitting room . , The dress is slim in cut . The dress is slim in cut . , Thank you for saying that . You're looking great . ," You , too . " Speed Airlines Reservation . May I help you ? , Yes . Do you have any flight to Paris on 15th ? I want one leaving in the afternoon . Yes . Do you have any flight to Paris on 15th ? I want one leaving in the afternoon . , Yes . Flight DP336 leaves at 15:16 . Is that all right ? Yes . Flight DP336 leaves at 15:16 . Is that all right ? , Is it a direct flight ? Is it a direct flight ? ," No , Sir.It has an hour layover in London . " " No , Sir.It has an hour layover in London . "," Well , I don't think I want it . " "Staying out all night , you frightened me to death . ", I stayed with my friends . I stayed with my friends . , You should at least give me a call . You should at least give me a call . ," I'm sorry , Mum . " Today more and more people advocate lifelong learning . But people have different views about lifelong learning . How do you understand lifelong learning ? , I think lifelong learning is the concept that it's never too soon or too late for learning I think lifelong learning is the concept that it's never too soon or too late for learning , Does that mean studying all the time ? Does that mean studying all the time ? ," I don't think so . I think it's about your attitude towards learning . One should be open to new ideas , decisions , skills or behaviors . " " I don't think so . I think it's about your attitude towards learning . One should be open to new ideas , decisions , skills or behaviors . ", Then the axiom - ' You can't teach an old dog new tricks ' doesn't work any longer . Then the axiom - ' You can't teach an old dog new tricks ' doesn't work any longer . , You're right . Lifelong learning is about finding learning opportunities at all ages and in numerous contexts You're right . Lifelong learning is about finding learning opportunities at all ages and in numerous contexts ," Yes , I agree with you . When I retired I will participate in programs to keep momentally active . " " Yes , I agree with you . When I retired I will participate in programs to keep momentally active . "," Me too . To keep up with the changing world , one must be involved in lifelong learning and be ready to accept new things . " " Me too . To keep up with the changing world , one must be involved in lifelong learning and be ready to accept new things . ", You know what ? I've recently been teaching myself French . You know what ? I've recently been teaching myself French . , Really ? That's great ! I know that your company has a lot of clients in France . Really ? That's great ! I know that your company has a lot of clients in France . ," Yes , so I want to learn French to develop my career . " I've been so stressed these days . , What's the matter ? Are you OK ? What's the matter ? Are you OK ? ," I don't know where to go for college , and what to major in . " " I don't know where to go for college , and what to major in . ", Don't worry . You have plenty of time to decide . Don't worry . You have plenty of time to decide . , And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family . And I also want to get scholarships to help me pay for the tuition . I want to get the burden off my family . ," You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college . " " You always worry too much about everything . Take it easy , honey . You are good enough . You can go to the ideal college . "," OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ? " " OK , OK . I'm so sorry . By the way , for you , is it more important to make money or to enjoy your work ? "," In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money ! " " In a perfect world , I would enjoy my work if I do not have to do much , and make lots of money ! "," OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality . " " OK , honey , stop dreaming . You should face the reality . "," That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ? " " That's only a joke . To be honest , I have to improve my English , because my English is not good enough . I still get confused about some simple grammars . Since you are quite good at it , do you have any suggestions ? "," En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center . " " En , first you should be concentrated on what the teacher said in class . Second , I suggest you to take an additional course in some training center . ", Is the training center helpful ? Is the training center helpful ? , I think so . Because I've taken one to improve my oral English during summer vacation . Do I have to deposit my handbag at the checkroom ? ," No , you do not have to . The handbag can be taken with you . There is the cart at the entrance . " " No , you do not have to . The handbag can be taken with you . There is the cart at the entrance . ", Thank you . I'd tike to buy some milk powder for my baby . Is there anything that you can recommend for me ? Thank you . I'd tike to buy some milk powder for my baby . Is there anything that you can recommend for me ? ," Well , how old is your baby ? " " Well , how old is your baby ? ", No more than three . No more than three . ," The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand . " " The milk powder on the second level of the shelf is for the kids from 2 ages to 4 ages . I advice that you should buy the Wyeth brand , the source of milk is imported from New Zealand . ", How about its quality ? How about its quality ? , You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum . You can be assured of it . There are various nutritions which are beneficial for the growth of babies ' bone and cerebrum . ," OK , what is this ? " " OK , what is this ? ", It is feeding-bottle as the free gift . It is feeding-bottle as the free gift . , It is thoughtful . I will take it . Are you free next thursday ? ," Yeah , why , is there something going on Thursday ? " " Yeah , why , is there something going on Thursday ? "," A bunch of us in the office are planning a retiring party for Bob , he's been with the office for ages , so everyone was really surprised to hear he took early retirement . " " A bunch of us in the office are planning a retiring party for Bob , he's been with the office for ages , so everyone was really surprised to hear he took early retirement . "," Bob is retiring , wow ... that's news to me , I had no idea Bob was that old , retirement's still sixty-five , right ? " " Bob is retiring , wow ... that's news to me , I had no idea Bob was that old , retirement's still sixty-five , right ? "," Retirement age is still 65 , but I think more and more people are retiring earlier , I think Bob's in upper fifties already , he just looks pretty young . " " Retirement age is still 65 , but I think more and more people are retiring earlier , I think Bob's in upper fifties already , he just looks pretty young . "," Wow ... I thought he was early forty stops , why would he want to retire so soon ? " " Wow ... I thought he was early forty stops , why would he want to retire so soon ? "," Well , I think you prepare it well and capture good savings , retiring early can give you a lot more time for travel and other activities , you should get out and enjoy the life you still can't , don't you think ? " Hi Sam . , Hi Chris . I am glad to see you . Can you help me with my new computer ? Hi Chris . I am glad to see you . Can you help me with my new computer ? , When did you buy your new computer ? When did you buy your new computer ? , I bought it yesterday afternoon and they delivered it this morning at 10:45 . I bought it yesterday afternoon and they delivered it this morning at 10:45 . , So what's the problem ? So what's the problem ? , I am not sure . I just can't connect to the net . I am not sure . I just can't connect to the net . , Can I have a look ? Can I have a look ? ," Of course , come in . " " Of course , come in . ", Oh this is the new little EEE notebook from Asks . How much did you pay ? Oh this is the new little EEE notebook from Asks . How much did you pay ? , It was only 345 pounds . It was only 345 pounds . , Very nice . I am sure we will sort out your Internet in no time . Very nice . I am sure we will sort out your Internet in no time . ," I am on my way to the doctor now , but I should be back in about 45 minutes . Can I come back at around 3:15 ? " " I am on my way to the doctor now , but I should be back in about 45 minutes . Can I come back at around 3:15 ? ", That will be perfect . Hello . Do you like this jewelry ? I made most of these items myself . , You really have talent . How did you learn to do this ? You really have talent . How did you learn to do this ? , My mother taught me some tricks of the trade . I've always loved jewelry . My mother taught me some tricks of the trade . I've always loved jewelry . ," Me , too . But I could never make bracelets like these . " " Me , too . But I could never make bracelets like these . ", I've been making these designs for over ten years . You can have a bracelet for ten dollars . I've been making these designs for over ten years . You can have a bracelet for ten dollars . , I'll take one right now for seven dollars . I'll take one right now for seven dollars . , It's a deal ! I've got some bad news about the bike you lent me . , What's that ? What's that ? ," I fell on the way to school , and your bike got scratched . I'm really sorry . " " I fell on the way to school , and your bike got scratched . I'm really sorry . "," Don't worry about it . It's not new , it already has a few scratches . Did you get hurt ? " " Don't worry about it . It's not new , it already has a few scratches . Did you get hurt ? "," No , thank you . " " No , thank you . ", That's the most important thing . That's the most important thing . , It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid . It's kind of you to say . I feel a little stupid . , Forget about it . Forget about it . ," When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway . " " When you lent me the bike , it looked brand new , almost anyway . "," Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well . " " Maybe , but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well . "," I appreciate that , thank you . " "Welcome to Flash Foot , sir.How can I help you ? ", I ’ d like extra prints made of these photos . I ’ d like extra prints made of these photos . , Do you have your negatives ? Do you have your negatives ? , Yes.Here they are . I ’ Ve marked how many prints I want on each shot . Yes.Here they are . I ’ Ve marked how many prints I want on each shot . , What size do you want the prints ? What size do you want the prints ? ," Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one . " " Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one . "," Okay , they ’ ll be ready for you in an hour . " Did you know that drinking beer helps you sing better ? , Are you sure ? How do you know ? Are you sure ? How do you know ? ," Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better ! " " Well , usually people think I'm a terrible singer , but after we all have a few beers , they say I sound a lot better ! "," Well , I heard that if you drink enough beer , you can speak foreign languages better ... " May I serve your dishes now ? ," No , I'm used to having tea first . " " No , I'm used to having tea first . ", With sugar ? With sugar ? ," No sugar , please . " "I went to visit a customer in IVS Company the other day . Their offices were very impressive , especially their company Logo which is all over the place . There are Logo models in metal , copper , clove , paper . They are even printed on the wall paper and the balls of the table-lights . It is really decorated identity . ", It is just too much . Don ’ t you feel it is an exaggerating style to decorate offices in that way ? It is just too much . Don ’ t you feel it is an exaggerating style to decorate offices in that way ? , Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept . Not at all ! I like the design so much . The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept . ," Well , I doubt that . " "Hello ? Ms . Patterson ? This is Bill from Workmate calling . I'm just wondering if you had a chance to look over the estimate I sent for your gala dinner project next month ... As I said in my email , we can help you with production according to your needs , but we will only be able to give insite management support services on a limited basis . "," Oh , yes . I reviewed your estimate . But it seems like the project blueprint you sent with the estimate is not quite what we had in mind . Did you get a copy of the specs for this project ? " " Oh , yes . I reviewed your estimate . But it seems like the project blueprint you sent with the estimate is not quite what we had in mind . Did you get a copy of the specs for this project ? "," Yes , I have several copies , but they're all different versions ... The latest I have is version 12 , is that current ? " " Yes , I have several copies , but they're all different versions ... The latest I have is version 12 , is that current ? "," No . Later we decided to opt for the prior outline , version 7 . " " No . Later we decided to opt for the prior outline , version 7 . "," Hold on , let me pull up your version 7 requirements ... Oh yes , no wonder our estimate is a little different from what you had in mind . I see the version 7 also includes 6 additional hostesses and a cocktail self-serve bar that wasn't in the version 12 . That will definitely add to your cost on this project ... " "Hi Kevin , how was your year at college ? ", It was great ! How was your year ? It was great ! How was your year ? , It was good . Do you have a girlfriend at school ? It was good . Do you have a girlfriend at school ? ," Yes , I'm dating someone . Her name is Amanda . " I do want to meet with you and take a look at your catalogue . We ’ re redecorating and are going to add some things . ," Well , I ’ ll be glad to help you out . I can come out anytime on Tuesday or Thursday of next week . " " Well , I ’ ll be glad to help you out . I can come out anytime on Tuesday or Thursday of next week . ", Let ’ s put it down for 1:15 on Thursday . We ’ ll definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit . Let ’ s put it down for 1:15 on Thursday . We ’ ll definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit . , Fine . I ’ ll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogues on Thursday . "Hello , can I help you ? "," Yes . Do you have a pharmacy here , please ? " " Yes . Do you have a pharmacy here , please ? ", Sure . We have one on the second floor . Sure . We have one on the second floor . , Which floor are we on now ? Which floor are we on now ? , This is the first floor . The second floor is one level up . This is the first floor . The second floor is one level up . , And where's the elevator ? And where's the elevator ? , That's just over there . On the right . "May I help you , sir ? "," Yes , I'd like to get some gas . " " Yes , I'd like to get some gas . ", Regular or unleaded ? Regular or unleaded ? , Unleaded . My car is new . Unleaded . My car is new . , How many gallons do you want ? How many gallons do you want ? , Fill it up . I will have a tour tomorrow . Fill it up . I will have a tour tomorrow . , All right . Shall I check the oil ? All right . Shall I check the oil ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", You're a quart low . You're a quart low . , Give me a quart of light oil . Give me a quart of light oil . ," Yes , sir . " Check the mirror . How do you like it ? , I think the style is a little old-fashioned . It's not what I want . I think the style is a little old-fashioned . It's not what I want . , I think this one fits you . It's the new fashion style . I think this one fits you . It's the new fashion style . ," Oh , yes . That's just the one I want . I will take it . " "If you are staying here for a few days , we ’ d be delighted to see you at our factory . ", It ’ s very kind of you to say so . My associate and I will be interested in visiting your factory . It ’ s very kind of you to say so . My associate and I will be interested in visiting your factory . , Let us know when you are free . We ’ ll arrange the tour for you . Let us know when you are free . We ’ ll arrange the tour for you . , Thank you . I ’ ll give you a call this afternoon to set the time . There ’ s nothing like seeing things with one ’ s own eyes . Thank you . I ’ ll give you a call this afternoon to set the time . There ’ s nothing like seeing things with one ’ s own eyes . , That ’ s for sure . You ’ ll know our products better after the visit . "We like your product , and are interested in placing an order with you as soon as possible . "," Well , we can proceed with the order until after the Christmas holidays . Our factories will be closed for another week . " " Well , we can proceed with the order until after the Christmas holidays . Our factories will be closed for another week . ", That's all right . We will send you a purchase order in one week . I hope you will be able to take care of it . That's all right . We will send you a purchase order in one week . I hope you will be able to take care of it . ," No problem . Once we get your purchase order , we will begin the execution of the order right away . " " No problem . Once we get your purchase order , we will begin the execution of the order right away . "," Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ? " " Thanks . We need the products in less than one month , because we have a big deal with another company . By the way , will payment against delivery be OK ? ", That will be fine . And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order . Hello . Mr . Othman ? This is Michael in Mr . Emory ’ s office . He ’ d like to set up and appointment with you to talk about buying a new copier . ," Sure , I ’ d be glad to . What time frame did he have in mind ? " " Sure , I ’ d be glad to . What time frame did he have in mind ? "," He ’ d like to do it as soon as possible , sir . How about tomorrow at 2:45 ? " " He ’ d like to do it as soon as possible , sir . How about tomorrow at 2:45 ? "," Mm , yeah , that ’ ll be great . Tell him I ’ ll see him then . " Do you plan to further your study ? ," Yes , I have been always learning the Economics on my own . My dream is to get a master's degree in Economics . " " Yes , I have been always learning the Economics on my own . My dream is to get a master's degree in Economics . "," If you make every effort to the company , you will have a great chance to attend the on-the-job postgraduate . The tuition fee will be financed by our company . " " If you make every effort to the company , you will have a great chance to attend the on-the-job postgraduate . The tuition fee will be financed by our company . ", Really ? It is amazing . I will apply for a position in your company . "Excuse me , madam . Is this seat taken ? ", No . No . , Do you mind my sharing the same table with you ? Do you mind my sharing the same table with you ? , Of course not.There are so many people here today . Of course not.There are so many people here today . , Yes . I can't even find a seat . "Oh , my God . I can't take it any more . "," What's wrong , honey ? Take it easy . " " What's wrong , honey ? Take it easy . ", I am tired of doing that boring work . I just repeat doing counting everyday . It's so terrible . I am tired of doing that boring work . I just repeat doing counting everyday . It's so terrible . , Me too . But I think we can do something else for a change . Me too . But I think we can do something else for a change . , You know I work with my professional knowledge not passion . Sometimes I don't know what the meaning of working is ? You know I work with my professional knowledge not passion . Sometimes I don't know what the meaning of working is ? , But you did a good job . You always perform the best in our company . But you did a good job . You always perform the best in our company . ," Yes , that's in the past . Maybe I need to go to my psychologist for help . " " Yes , that's in the past . Maybe I need to go to my psychologist for help . ", Perhaps you've just tired and you need a vacation . Perhaps you've just tired and you need a vacation . , I was full of ambitions before . But now I have no aim for my career . I was full of ambitions before . But now I have no aim for my career . , Maybe we should keep on studying to enrich our knowledge and make our life exciting . Maybe we should keep on studying to enrich our knowledge and make our life exciting . , That sounds interesting . But I don't know how to do that . That sounds interesting . But I don't know how to do that . , How about a training course ? How about a training course ? , A training course ? That must be costly . A training course ? That must be costly . , But it's worth it . Maybe it can get us into a good mood and also helps us learn something to use for the future . But it's worth it . Maybe it can get us into a good mood and also helps us learn something to use for the future . ," OK , let's have a try . " " OK , let's have a try . ", OK . "oh , Sam ! Is this your dog ? "," it's Cindy , you know that . Hey , Cindy , say hello to Maria . " " it's Cindy , you know that . Hey , Cindy , say hello to Maria . "," Cindy , you're so cute . " " Cindy , you're so cute . "," she is also very naughty . By the way , do you have a dog , Maria ? " " she is also very naughty . By the way , do you have a dog , Maria ? ", I have a little white cat . I have a little white cat . ," Oh , a cat ? Come on . " " Oh , a cat ? Come on . "," yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small . " " yes , cats are always gentle . and they don't need a lot of space since they're small . "," but I think they're dull , aren't they ? " " but I think they're dull , aren't they ? ", not at all . They're quiet most of the time.But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs . not at all . They're quiet most of the time.But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs . ," well , cats are certainly more independent . " " well , cats are certainly more independent . "," absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago . " " absolutely . Believe it or not , I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago . "," oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ? " " oh , really ? so you just took home a stray cat ? ", yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it . yes . It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it . , Poor cat . Poor cat . , now we get along very well . It makes me feel that I'm someone special . Can you help me now ? ," No , but I'll be able to tomorrow . " " No , but I'll be able to tomorrow . ", That'll be too late . That'll be too late . , Why don't you ask Bill if he can help ? Why don't you ask Bill if he can help ? ," I did , but he wasn't able to either . " What can I do for you ? , I'm looking for the cameras . I'm looking for the cameras . , They're in Aisle Two . Can you play baseball with me today ? ," No , I can't . I'm sorry . I have to help my mother . We're going to move tomorrow . " " No , I can't . I'm sorry . I have to help my mother . We're going to move tomorrow . ", Where's the new house ? Is it far from here ? Where's the new house ? Is it far from here ? ," No , it's not far . It's near our old house . " " No , it's not far . It's near our old house . ", Can I help you pack ? Can I help you pack ? , Sure . Thanks . I hear that Mary got mad . , So I heard . So I heard . , What ’ s wrong with her ? What ’ s wrong with her ? , She went over the edge after her son was killed in an accident . I have never bought a house before and don ’ t know how to make an offer . , The process of actually making the offer is something that I will take care of for you . What price were you considering offering ? The process of actually making the offer is something that I will take care of for you . What price were you considering offering ? , I love this house and would be willing to pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars . I love this house and would be willing to pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars . , Let ’ s leave some room on this offer . I think that three hundred and twenty thousand dollars is a fair offer in this housing market . Let ’ s leave some room on this offer . I think that three hundred and twenty thousand dollars is a fair offer in this housing market . ," We could try that , but I really want this house ! " " We could try that , but I really want this house ! ", It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer . It is common practice to offer and then have a counter-offer . , How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ? How long will it take to find out if they are going to accept the offer ? , The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving . The sellers are usually fairly quick to respond . They want to get things moving . , Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ? Should I tell my bank that I have made an offer ? , There really isn ’ t anything else to do right now except wait . You are already pre-qualified for your loan . "Paul , let's go and see Grandpa this afternoon . ", But Grandpa will be working . But Grandpa will be working . , It's Saturday . It's Saturday . , I almost forget . "On balance , dress designing appeals to me most . "," Yes , it's to my liking , too . " " Yes , it's to my liking , too . "," Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ? " " Say , how would you like to be a dress designer ? ", It's my dream . "Hello there , welcome to Wine World . Let me know if I can help you out at all . "," Um , yes , please , I could really use some help . I'm going over to my boss'house for dinner tonight and don't know what kind of wine I should bring . " " Um , yes , please , I could really use some help . I'm going over to my boss'house for dinner tonight and don't know what kind of wine I should bring . "," OK , do you know what kind of food will be served ? " " OK , do you know what kind of food will be served ? "," Well , his wife is Japanese . He said she makes really good sushi . " " Well , his wife is Japanese . He said she makes really good sushi . "," Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course . " " Hmm , that's a bit of a challenge . Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine . Well , let's see . have to be a white wine , of course . ", Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ? Why ? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi ? ," No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish . " " No , I don't think so . Sushi is a very delicately flavored food , and red wine would be a jarring contrast . You need a white wine , which has more subtle flavors , to complement the fish . "," I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ? " " I see . So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay ? That's a white wine , right ? "," Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand . " " Yes , Chardonnay is a white wine , but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet . Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites , and tends to be a bit oaky . I'd suggest that you go for something brighter , like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand . ", Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ? Sauvignon Blanc ? What's that ? ," That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay . " " That's another varietal , or type of grape , just like Chardonnay . "," Let's see . The label says it's got "" attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . "" Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now . " " Let's see . The label says it's got "" attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp , mineral flavors and a bonedry finish . Serve chilled . "" Oh , no , how long will it take to chill the wine ? I'm on my way to the dinner now . "," It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely . " " It's OK , don't worry , we'll just choose a wine from the cooler . We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here , but ... this Rhone Valley white would be lovely . ", All right . What varietal is that ? All right . What varietal is that ? ," Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess . " " Well , this is a French wine , so they don't always specify the varietal on the label . The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine . This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes , mostly Viognier , I'd guess . ", And you think this is a good wine ? And you think this is a good wine ? ," Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma . " " Yes , this is one of our best-sellers . It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier , which means it's more approachable . It's light and crisp , with a bit of a vanilla aroma . ", Perfect ! I'll take it ! "Mom , happy Mother's Day ! A necklace for you . ", What a surprise ! This is the best present I've ever received . What a surprise ! This is the best present I've ever received . , Thank you for your love and care over the years . I love you so much . Thank you for your love and care over the years . I love you so much . ," I love you , too . " " I love you , too . ", How about a dinner tonight ? My treat . How about a dinner tonight ? My treat . ," Actually , I prefer to eat at home , and then we'll have more time to have a chat . " " Actually , I prefer to eat at home , and then we'll have more time to have a chat . ", All right . Let me prepare the supper . Ahahah ! What is that thing on your couch ! It just moved ! , Did you think it wasn't real ? That's my pet lizard . Did you think it wasn't real ? That's my pet lizard . , You have a pet lizard ? Somehow I never would have imagined that . You have a pet lizard ? Somehow I never would have imagined that . , His name is Grunt . Come closer and I'll properly introduce you . His name is Grunt . Come closer and I'll properly introduce you . , Does it bite or scratch ? Does it bite or scratch ? ," No , he's perfectly harmless . And he's not afraid of strangers either . Here , hold him . " " No , he's perfectly harmless . And he's not afraid of strangers either . Here , hold him . ", Wow . He's heavy ! And his skin feels really cool . Wow . He's heavy ! And his skin feels really cool . , Stick around and you'll get to know him better . He has a very unusual personality . You're spending a very long time on my hair . , I'm almost done . I'm almost done . , I needed you to be done and finished an hour ago . I needed you to be done and finished an hour ago . , I'm all done now . I'm all done now . , Are you sure you're finished ? Are you sure you're finished ? , I don't understand . I don't understand . , You did a horrible job on my hair . You did a horrible job on my hair . , What's wrong with it ? What's wrong with it ? , I don't like anything about it . I don't like anything about it . , I apologize . I apologize . ," That's fine , but I'm not paying for it . " " That's fine , but I'm not paying for it . "," Excuse me ? Let's try to work this out , okay ? " Where are you going ? , It ’ s Tuesday today . I always go to my class on Tuesday night . It ’ s Tuesday today . I always go to my class on Tuesday night . , I didn ’ t know you were taking any kind of class . Tell me about it . I didn ’ t know you were taking any kind of class . Tell me about it . ," Well , I ’ m learning how to use math in the business environment . " " Well , I ’ m learning how to use math in the business environment . ", What for ? What for ? , The job market is so competitive nowadays . I want to develop some useful skills . The job market is so competitive nowadays . I want to develop some useful skills . , I really admire you for that . How is it going ? I really admire you for that . How is it going ? ," It ’ s going all right . I ’ m learning some things for the first time , but I ’ m also brushing up on some things that I already know . " Are you really dating with Frank ? ," Yeah . But in my heart of hearts , I find he ’ s not very much to my liking . " " Yeah . But in my heart of hearts , I find he ’ s not very much to my liking . ", Then why not keep away from him ? Then why not keep away from him ? , The problem is that I just have no one to turn to right now . The problem is that I just have no one to turn to right now . , That ’ s stupid . What is the best way to find a job here ? , There are different ways of conducting a job search . Do you know what you want to do ? There are different ways of conducting a job search . Do you know what you want to do ? , I don't know . I don't know . , Can you work part-time or full-time ? Can you work part-time or full-time ? ," It doesn't matter right now , either one would be OK . " " It doesn't matter right now , either one would be OK . ", The binders have current local jobs listings and the computer jobs lists are good too . Understand ? The binders have current local jobs listings and the computer jobs lists are good too . Understand ? ," OK , I'll go check it out . " " OK , I'll go check it out . ", Schedule an appointment with a counselor and you can get more information . Would that work for you ? Schedule an appointment with a counselor and you can get more information . Would that work for you ? , I am not sure . I am not sure . , Everything that you need for a successful job search is here . Happy job searching ! "How is your job search 1 going , Janet ? ", I found the ideal position . I ’ m working for a plumbing company . I found the ideal position . I ’ m working for a plumbing company . ," Are you serious ? You studied mathematics at college for four years , and now you have a job working with your hands ! " " Are you serious ? You studied mathematics at college for four years , and now you have a job working with your hands ! "," Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge , and creativity . I love this job . " " Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge , and creativity . I love this job . ", I can see that . But I didn ’ t know you had experience in that line of work . I can see that . But I didn ’ t know you had experience in that line of work . ," I didn ’ t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted . " " I didn ’ t , but I applied for an apprenticeship , and since I studied math , AND I have a good attitude 4 , my application was accepted . ", Congratulations ! You do have the right attitude . "Excuse me , could you please turn on the air-conditioner , it's so hot here . "," OK , I will fetch the remote control . " " OK , I will fetch the remote control . "," Aha , it's cool now . Can I keep the robot ? " " Aha , it's cool now . Can I keep the robot ? ", Yes . Here you are . So can we play PlayStation later ? ," Sure , if you're done ! " " Sure , if you're done ! "," All my games are so lame , Mom . When can I get a new one ? " " All my games are so lame , Mom . When can I get a new one ? "," Well , listen , Honey , you've been a big help lately ... " " Well , listen , Honey , you've been a big help lately ... ", Right on . I'm gonna get a new game ! Right on . I'm gonna get a new game ! ," If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it . " " If you take out the garbage and do the dishes , I'll think about it . ", I knew there would be a catch ! I knew there would be a catch ! ," Nothing in life is free , Son . " " Nothing in life is free , Son . "," Except housework , that is . " "During the last two years , there has been a great increase in goods stolen abroad . "," If they steal the entire package , that would be theft . So they don't do that . Generally , thieves open the case and take part of the contents out . Then fill the case so that the gross weight will be the same . " " If they steal the entire package , that would be theft . So they don't do that . Generally , thieves open the case and take part of the contents out . Then fill the case so that the gross weight will be the same . "," If the goods are received in apparent good order and condition , the steamship company doesn ’ t have liability for pilferage . How do we protect ourselves ? " " If the goods are received in apparent good order and condition , the steamship company doesn ’ t have liability for pilferage . How do we protect ourselves ? ", The insurance policy protects us . The insurance policy protects us . ," Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ? " " Is it true that products of high value such as watches , jewels and luxury clothing items are often subject to pilferage ? ", It's absolutely true in the United States that losses from pilferage have been limited to high valued goods . We must study more about packing . How was Mei ’ s party on Saturday ? , Oh I didn ’ t go . I stayed at home with my family . Oh I didn ’ t go . I stayed at home with my family . , Oh really ? What did you do ? Oh really ? What did you do ? , We watched lots of television and films . We watched lots of television and films . , I see . Anything else ? I see . Anything else ? ," Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine . " " Yes , we ate a delicious meal and drank some very good wine . "," Well , it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself . " Do you like the room ? , Yes . What is the rent ? Yes . What is the rent ? , $ 300 per month . $ 300 per month . , Then what's the rent due date ? Then what's the rent due date ? ," At the beginning of the month . Besides , you should pay me $ 1000 as deposit . " You are saying he will be promoted to the general manager ? , Yeah . Yeah . , Are you sure ? Are you sure ? , Yes . I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted . Yes . I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted . , Just because he gets on well with everybody ? Just because he gets on well with everybody ? ," Partly , and he's also a hard working man . " Are you going somewhere ? , I ’ m on my way to work . I ’ m on my way to work . , Where do you work ? Where do you work ? , I work at the polling place . I work at the polling place . , You didn ’ t tell me you were working there this year . You didn ’ t tell me you were working there this year . , I do this every year . I do this every year . , How ’ d you get that job ? How ’ d you get that job ? , I applied online . I applied online . , That ’ s interesting . That ’ s interesting . , I enjoy working there every year . I enjoy working there every year . , How much do they pay ? How much do they pay ? , They pay just enough . "Good coming , sir . What can I do for you ? ", Good coming . I would like to open a new account . I want to deposit 500 dollars . Good coming . I would like to open a new account . I want to deposit 500 dollars . ," Very good , sir . What kind would you like ? " " Very good , sir . What kind would you like ? ", Could you tell me how many kinds there are in your bank ? Could you tell me how many kinds there are in your bank ? ," Besides the checking account , there's a monthly savings account and a daily interest account . " " Besides the checking account , there's a monthly savings account and a daily interest account . "," Oh , I think I'd like to take the monthly savings account then . " " Oh , I think I'd like to take the monthly savings account then . ", Would you fill out this form ? Would you fill out this form ? , OK . Here you are . OK . Here you are . , All right . And here's your deposit book . All right . And here's your deposit book . , Thank you . Goodbye . Thank you . Goodbye . , Goodbye . "Good afternoon , sir , is there anything I can do for you ? ", Yes . I can't find my sweater . I have my laundry sent to you yesterday but when the washing is done . I find my swatter missing . Yes . I can't find my sweater . I have my laundry sent to you yesterday but when the washing is done . I find my swatter missing . ," Well , it's our fault.We are sorry for that.Would you please fill out the form ? We will pay for you . " " Well , it's our fault.We are sorry for that.Would you please fill out the form ? We will pay for you . ", That's fine . Maybe you should be more careful . Could you give some information on your European tours ? ," Our pleasure . We have several package tours you may choose , from ten days to three weeks in Europe . " " Our pleasure . We have several package tours you may choose , from ten days to three weeks in Europe . ", I would be interested in a ten-day trip around Christmas time . I would be interested in a ten-day trip around Christmas time . , I have one ten-day tour that is still available . It will depart from New York on December 24th . I have one ten-day tour that is still available . It will depart from New York on December 24th . , What is the cost ? What is the cost ? ," The price for one person for a ten-day tour is only 1,099 US dollars , which includes round trip airfare . " " The price for one person for a ten-day tour is only 1,099 US dollars , which includes round trip airfare . ", That sounds reasonable . Let me think it over . And I'll call your back to make reservation . That sounds reasonable . Let me think it over . And I'll call your back to make reservation . ," Ok , but don't delay too long , or that trip will be all booked . " It's almost Christmas . What are you doing this weekend ? ," Nothing special , just working . Why do you ask ? " " Nothing special , just working . Why do you ask ? "," Well , I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping . Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend ? " " Well , I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping . Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend ? "," I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I can . Work has been really busy lately . Why don't we go on Friday instead ? " " I'd like to , but I'm not sure if I can . Work has been really busy lately . Why don't we go on Friday instead ? ", Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work . Friday's not good . I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work . ," OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ? " " OK , then let's try to go this weekend . I should know if I can go by Friday . Is it OK if I call you then ? "," Yeah , that's fine . " " Yeah , that's fine . ", What's your number ? What's your number ? , 233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail.com 233-331-8828 . Let me give you my email address too . It's Tom861@gmail.com ," OK , I'll talk to you soon . " " OK , I'll talk to you soon . ", OK . I'd like to make an appointment with manager Mr.Wu . Would 10:00 a . m . tomorrow be all right ? , I'm afraid not . He has a meeting tomorrow morning . I'm afraid not . He has a meeting tomorrow morning . , Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon ? Could I possibly make it early in the afternoon ? ," No , that's not good either . But give me your phone number and I'll call you if somebody cancels . " " No , that's not good either . But give me your phone number and I'll call you if somebody cancels . ", Thank you very much . Has the game started yet ? ," Yeah , about 5 minutes ago . " " Yeah , about 5 minutes ago . ", Who's winning ? Who's winning ? ," The Bulls , of course ! " " The Bulls , of course ! "," What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ’ mon , ref ! " " What ! That wasn't a foul ! C ’ mon , ref ! "," Don ’ t worry , Shan always screws up free throws . " " Don ’ t worry , Shan always screws up free throws . ", You were right ! He didn ’ t make the shot ! You were right ! He didn ’ t make the shot ! ," That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah ! " " That was a great shot ! A three pointer , yeah ! ", Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ’ t call it ! Did you see that ? He traveled and the ref didn ’ t call it ! ," This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ’ t believe he didn ’ t see that ! " " This ref needs glasses . Hey ref , open your eyes ! I can ’ t believe he didn ’ t see that ! "," Okay ... end of the first quarter ... Alright , I ’ m gonna make a beer run . " Good morning ! , Can I speak to Miss Cooper please ? Can I speak to Miss Cooper please ? ," Would you hold on a second , please ? Miss Cooper's extension is engaged . " " Would you hold on a second , please ? Miss Cooper's extension is engaged . "," Engaged.Oh , dear ! Could you tell her it's a long-distance call ? " " Engaged.Oh , dear ! Could you tell her it's a long-distance call ? "," I'm sorry , sir . I can't interrupt her . I'm sure she won't be very long . " " I'm sorry , sir . I can't interrupt her . I'm sure she won't be very long . ", How long do you think she'll be ? How long do you think she'll be ? , I really can't say how long she'll be . I really can't say how long she'll be . ," Can I leave a message , please ? " " Can I leave a message , please ? "," Yes , certainly . " " Yes , certainly . ", Can you tell her I'm waiting to speak to her ? Can you tell her I'm waiting to speak to her ? ," Yes , sir . I'll ring her on an inside line if you like . " " Yes , sir . I'll ring her on an inside line if you like . ", Thank you very much . What a washing machine ! It ’ s getting worse today . Look ! Now it doesn ’ t work at all . I think I need a new one . , Here ’ s an ad . about a big sale of washing machine . Do you want to see it ? Here ’ s an ad . about a big sale of washing machine . Do you want to see it ? ," Of course ! Let ’ s have a look . Great ! In my frame of mind , I ’ d like to buy one today . " This cake is excellent . Where did you buy it ? ," Actually , my mother made it from scratch . " What ’ s wrong with you ? Why are you scratching so much ? , I feel itchy ! I can ’ t stand it anymore ! I think I may be coming down with something . I feel lightheaded and weak . I feel itchy ! I can ’ t stand it anymore ! I think I may be coming down with something . I feel lightheaded and weak . , Let me have a look . Whoa ! Get away from me ! Let me have a look . Whoa ! Get away from me ! , What ’ s wrong ? What ’ s wrong ? , I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ’ t breathe on me ! I think you have chicken pox ! You are contagious ! Get away ! Don ’ t breathe on me ! , Maybe it ’ s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ’ t be sure until I see a doctor . Maybe it ’ s just a rash or an allergy ! We can ’ t be sure until I see a doctor . , Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ’ t get it when I was a kid and I ’ Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult ! Well in the meantime you are a biohazard ! I didn ’ t get it when I was a kid and I ’ Ve heard that you can even die if you get it as an adult ! ," Are you serious ? You always blow things out of proportion . In any case , I think I ’ ll go take an oatmeal bath . " Would you like to go to the theater with me tomorrow ? ," Yes , of course . Have you got the tickets ? " " Yes , of course . Have you got the tickets ? "," That's coincidence , someone's just returned two tickets and I picked them . " " That's coincidence , someone's just returned two tickets and I picked them . ", Matinee or evening ? Matinee or evening ? , Evening . Evening . , Circle or stalls ? Circle or stalls ? , Stalls . Stalls . ," Wonderful , I'll go with you . " "Kim , have you made contact with Mr . Lee ? "," Not yet , Mr . Wang . But I'm working on it . " " Not yet , Mr . Wang . But I'm working on it . ", What seems to be the problem ? What seems to be the problem ? , I just keep getting a busy signal . I just keep getting a busy signal . ," Maybe his phone is out of order . Anyway , keep working on it . I really need an answer about the contract I sent him . " " Maybe his phone is out of order . Anyway , keep working on it . I really need an answer about the contract I sent him . "," All right , I'll let you know when I get through . " I don't know . I think you might be over the hill . ," Well , if not gymnastics , then mountain biking . " " Well , if not gymnastics , then mountain biking . ", Mountain biking is an Olympic sport ? Mountain biking is an Olympic sport ? , Since 1996 it has been . And I bet I'd be pretty good at it . I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day . I'd like to speak to Robert . , Speaking . Speaking . ," Hello , Robert . This is Frank . I'm coming to Guangzhou on the the 7th and I'd like to call in to discuss the project plan . " " Hello , Robert . This is Frank . I'm coming to Guangzhou on the the 7th and I'd like to call in to discuss the project plan . ", All right . What time are you coming ? All right . What time are you coming ? ," Well , my flight leaves at 8 a . m . , and I'll arrive at 10 a . m . Shall we say 11 o'clock ? " " Well , my flight leaves at 8 a . m . , and I'll arrive at 10 a . m . Shall we say 11 o'clock ? ", Can we make it 11:30 ? A customer will come to the office at 11 . Can we make it 11:30 ? A customer will come to the office at 11 . ," Oh , yes . That's fine with me . Maybe we can have lunch together . " " Oh , yes . That's fine with me . Maybe we can have lunch together . ", Great . I'll see you on the 7th . Why is the car before us stopping ? , What's going on ? What's going on ? , Look . Two cars are standing right in the middle of the road and the drivers are shouting rude words to each other . That's why that car stops . Look . Two cars are standing right in the middle of the road and the drivers are shouting rude words to each other . That's why that car stops . , More and more people easily get irritated while driving . More and more people easily get irritated while driving . , Yes . This is what is called road rage . "Good afternoon , sir . Can I help you ? "," I'd like a beef-burger , a French fries and a milk shake , please . " " I'd like a beef-burger , a French fries and a milk shake , please . "," What flavor would you prefer , sir ? " " What flavor would you prefer , sir ? ", I'm not quite sure . What do you have ? I'm not quite sure . What do you have ? ," We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana . " " We have strawberry , chocolate , vanilla and banana . "," Very well , I'll try the banana flavor . " " Very well , I'll try the banana flavor . "," Anything else , sir ? " " Anything else , sir ? "," No , thanks . That will be all . " I really appreciate your driving me around . ," It's no problem . I have time today , and I think it's important that you find a good place . " " It's no problem . I have time today , and I think it's important that you find a good place . ", It would be hard for just me to do it . I don't know the city at all . It would be hard for just me to do it . I don't know the city at all . , So what do you see in there ? So what do you see in there ? , This one sounds good.Efficiency with view of the lake.Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 . This one sounds good.Efficiency with view of the lake.Utilities and parking included . Newly remodeled kitchen . $ 470 . , Can you afford that much ? Can you afford that much ? ," No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency . " " No , I guess not . But that's what I want , isn't it ? An efficiency . "," Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment.Usually one large room and a small bathroom.There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person . " " Yes , an efficiency is a small apartment.Usually one large room and a small bathroom.There is often a small kitchen too . So it's good for one person . ", How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ? How about this one ? Downtown efficiency . Furnished ... What does furnished mean ? , That means the apartment has furniture in it . That means the apartment has furniture in it . , That's good . That's good . ," Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture . " " Sometimes it's good , sometimes it's bad . You have to like the furniture . ", Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 . Furnished . Parking included . $ 400 . , It's still pretty expensive . It's still pretty expensive . ," Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one . " " Yes , but it's downtown . I would like to take look at this one . ", Alright . What's the phone number ? Alright . What's the phone number ? , 256-7797 . 256-7797 . , Got it . What else do you see ? Got it . What else do you see ? , This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate.Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment.Does this mean I have to share a room with them ? This one . Two male grad students seeking roommate.Must be quiet . Comfortable downtown apartment.Does this mean I have to share a room with them ? ," No . It probably means they have a large apartment.Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms.They need someone for the empty bedroom . " " No . It probably means they have a large apartment.Probably a living room , kitchen and three bedrooms.They need someone for the empty bedroom . ", That sounds alright . That sounds alright . ," Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all.If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them . " " Yes , it might be an advantage for you . You are a foreigner , after all.If they're alright roommates , you could learn a lot from them . "," Here's the number , 256-4367 . " " Here's the number , 256-4367 . ", Got it.Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments . Got it.Let ' s call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments . , Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this . Sounds good to me . I really appreciate your help on this . ," Don't mention it , Larry . What are friends for anyway ? " Good evening . Do you have a reservation ? ," No , we don't . " " No , we don't . ", How many people are you together ? How many people are you together ? , Just two people . Just two people . ," Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ? " " Would you like to sit in a smoking section , a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first ? ", We prefer non-smoking section . We prefer non-smoking section . , I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ? I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now . Would you like to wait for a moment ? , How long a wait do you think there ’ ll be ? How long a wait do you think there ’ ll be ? , I think about ten minutes . I think about ten minutes . ," Ok , we'll wait a while . " " Ok , we'll wait a while . ", I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me . I am sorry for making you wait so long . Now there is a table available in non-smoking section . Please follow me . , Thank you . Thank you . , This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ? This is the menu . Are you ready to order now ? ," Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please . " " Well , I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first . And the same for him , please . "," Yes , and what would you like to drink ? " " Yes , and what would you like to drink ? ", One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please . One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please . , Would you like a dessert ? Would you like a dessert ? , What special kind of desserts do you have ? What special kind of desserts do you have ? ," Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding . " " Lemon pie , hot cake in syrup , chocolate sundae and custard pudding . "," Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course . " " Well , I think we will order after we finish the main course . ", All right . I'll bring your soup right away . Waiter ! May I see you for while ? ," Yes . I'll be with you in a second . Yes , sir ? What is the problem ? " " Yes . I'll be with you in a second . Yes , sir ? What is the problem ? "," This is not what I asked for , I'm afraid . " " This is not what I asked for , I'm afraid . ", What did you order ? What did you order ? , Roast beef . Roast beef . , There must be a mistake . Those are fried oysters . Would you like to keep it or change ? There must be a mistake . Those are fried oysters . Would you like to keep it or change ? ," Roast beef , of course . That's what I ordered . " " Roast beef , of course . That's what I ordered . ", Just a moment and I'll get your order right away . Sorry to cause the inconvenience . "Hello , Jenny . What's the matter ? "," John , I'm hard up at the moment . Could you lend me five hundred yuan ? I'll return it to you early next month . " " John , I'm hard up at the moment . Could you lend me five hundred yuan ? I'll return it to you early next month . "," No problem , Jenny . Are you sure five hundred is enough ? " " No problem , Jenny . Are you sure five hundred is enough ? ", Yes . Thank you so much . Show me your passport and declaration please . , Here you are . Here you are . , Do you have anything to declare ? Do you have anything to declare ? ," Yes , that's a video camera . " " Yes , that's a video camera . ", Let me have a look at the receipt . There's a double feature at the cinema this Saturday . Do you want to go with me ? , What are the movies that are playing ? What are the movies that are playing ? , There's an action movie with Harrison Ford and a chick flick with Susan Abandon . There's an action movie with Harrison Ford and a chick flick with Susan Abandon . , I've never seen a movie I don't like that had Harrison Ford in it . I've never seen a movie I don't like that had Harrison Ford in it . ," So , is that a yes ? " " So , is that a yes ? ", Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ? Yes . What time does it start and do you want to meet me there ? ," It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main . " " It starts at one and yea , let's meet there . It's the cinema on the corner of Lincoln and Main . ", Great ! I have a coupon for free popcorn at that theater ! I am afraid I have some bad news for you . It's about our order contract O5TSWAL . , What's the problem ? What's the problem ? ," The goods arrived half a month later than scheduled . What's more , five cases were found broken and unit inside seriously damaged . " " The goods arrived half a month later than scheduled . What's more , five cases were found broken and unit inside seriously damaged . "," Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports were strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left . " " Really ? That's something unexpected . You see , all our exports were strictly inspected before shipment . The goods were in perfect condition when they left . ", But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose . But then there were some cracks in a number of cases . Almost all the bottom of the cases were loose . ," That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling . " " That could have happened in the course of transit or unloading , due to rough handling . ", But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing . But our surveyors found the damage was caused by poor packing . , But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps . But there is nothing wrong with our packing . Our cartons are standard export ones and we also enforced them with straps . ," But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken . " " But you filled the cartons too full and the straps are not strong enough . When they were rehandled , some of them were broken . ", I don't think the stevedores could have handled them with great care . Please switch work shifts with me . , I would if I could . I would if I could . , Why can't you ? Why can't you ? , Because I have other obligations . Do you drink much ? , Depending on what you consider a lot . Depending on what you consider a lot . , How frequently do you drink ? How frequently do you drink ? , Couple times a week . How about you ? Couple times a week . How about you ? , Only when I go out . I'm not a big drinker . Only when I go out . I'm not a big drinker . , How much can you drink ? How much can you drink ? , I usually only have 2 beers . I usually only have 2 beers . , You're a light weight . You're a light weight . , How much can you drink ? How much can you drink ? , I'm usually drinking all night long . At least 10 drinks . I'm usually drinking all night long . At least 10 drinks . , Don't you spend a lot of money then ? Don't you spend a lot of money then ? ," No . We usually go to places that have specials . Dante's over on the Ave has $ 5.00 pitchers on Mondays . So for ten , fifteen bucks , I can get a lot of drinks . " " No . We usually go to places that have specials . Dante's over on the Ave has $ 5.00 pitchers on Mondays . So for ten , fifteen bucks , I can get a lot of drinks . ", That's true . That's true . ," If you don't like beer , have you tried mixed drinks ? Some of them are pretty good . " " If you don't like beer , have you tried mixed drinks ? Some of them are pretty good . "," I like beer , it's just that I get a headache when I drink more than 3 . " " I like beer , it's just that I get a headache when I drink more than 3 . ", You just have to build up a tolerance . I used to be like that . But your body gets used to it . You just have to build up a tolerance . I used to be like that . But your body gets used to it . ," It'll take awhile , but I'm working on it . " " It'll take awhile , but I'm working on it . ", Hey let's go out tomorrow night . The Ram Bar and Grill is having a special on pitchers . Hey let's go out tomorrow night . The Ram Bar and Grill is having a special on pitchers . , Alright . "By the way , how many books am I allowed to check out ? ", You can check out two books at a time . You can check out two books at a time . , How long can I keep the books ? "Peter , which club do you want to join ? "," I haven't decided yet . What about you , Andy ? " " I haven't decided yet . What about you , Andy ? ", I am a member of the basketball club . Do you want to join us ? I am a member of the basketball club . Do you want to join us ? , But I don't know how to play basketball . But I don't know how to play basketball . , It's OK . Don't worry about it . Our school coach will train us to play basketball . Is anybody in ? , How can I help you ? How can I help you ? , I have a headache . I have a headache . , Let me take your temperature with a thermometer . Let me take your temperature with a thermometer . , OK . OK . , I think you have a small fever . I think you have a small fever . , I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning . I thought so . I felt dizzy this morning . ," You should've called in sick ! Next time , have either of your parents call the school office . " "I do feel like a trip to Florida on such a gloomy day in New York , to enjoy the sunshine while lying on the beaches of Florida . ", That's a great idea . It's the best season for tourists in Florida . You can also get a good sun-tan there . That's a great idea . It's the best season for tourists in Florida . You can also get a good sun-tan there . ," But if the sunshine is too strong , it might damage the eyes and the skin . " " But if the sunshine is too strong , it might damage the eyes and the skin . ", You can put on your shades . And remember don't make your skin look like a tomato . Or else after that your skin will begin to flake off . You may even wind up with skin cancer . You can put on your shades . And remember don't make your skin look like a tomato . Or else after that your skin will begin to flake off . You may even wind up with skin cancer . , I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good . I see . Overdoing it will do more harm than good . , You said it . Tom did me many favors . , For example ? What are your strengths and weaknesses ? ," As I said , I am diligent and industrious . On the other hand , I am too hard-working and I put myself under much pressure to make things perfect . " " As I said , I am diligent and industrious . On the other hand , I am too hard-working and I put myself under much pressure to make things perfect . ", What is your problem in working ? What is your problem in working ? , I am too introverted to let others become my friends . The poor girl is up to the eyes in study all the day . ," Yeah , she has a lot of homework . " " Yeah , she has a lot of homework . "," Today's children have not the chance to play , to make fun of them . " " Today's children have not the chance to play , to make fun of them . ", Right . So in some way we are happier . Right . So in some way we are happier . ," Yeah , at least when we are children , we have not so much homework to do . " Are you getting overtime ? ," Yes , but it's not so appetizing . " " Yes , but it's not so appetizing . ", Have you thought about another job ? Have you thought about another job ? , That's what's hanging on my mind recently . Both of the two young ladies are the candidates for the position , The question is we only need one . The question is we only need one . ," Right.The choice is yours , the tall one or the short one ? " " Right.The choice is yours , the tall one or the short one ? ", I should take the taller one for the choice . Are we here yet ? , Not quite yet . Not quite yet . , How far away is it ? How far away is it ? , It's still very far away . It's still very far away . , How many miles to go ? How many miles to go ? , We're getting close . We're getting close . , Will we be there soon ? Will we be there soon ? , Here we are . Here we are . , Where's the hotel ? Where's the hotel ? , It is in front of you . It is in front of you . , I see that . That was a nice ride . I see that . That was a nice ride . , I'm glad to hear it . "Happy Birthday , this is for you , Brian . "," I'm so happy you remember , please come in and enjoy the party . Everyone's here , I'm sure you have a good time . " " I'm so happy you remember , please come in and enjoy the party . Everyone's here , I'm sure you have a good time . "," Brian , may I have a pleasure to have a dance with you ? " " Brian , may I have a pleasure to have a dance with you ? ", Ok . Ok . , This is really wonderful party . This is really wonderful party . ," Yes , you are always popular with everyone . and you look very pretty today . " " Yes , you are always popular with everyone . and you look very pretty today . "," Thanks , that's very kind of you to say . I hope my necklace goes with my dress , and they both make me look good I feel . " " Thanks , that's very kind of you to say . I hope my necklace goes with my dress , and they both make me look good I feel . "," You look great , you are absolutely glowing . " " You look great , you are absolutely glowing . "," Thanks , this is a fine party . We should have a drink together to celebrate your birthday " Two people were robbed last night near the park . , Again ? The area around the park is too dark at night . There should be more lights there . Again ? The area around the park is too dark at night . There should be more lights there . , I am afraid of the dark . I don ’ t feel safe in the dark . I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me . I am afraid of the dark . I don ’ t feel safe in the dark . I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me . , Your feelings might be right . You should never walk alone there at night . It is too dangerous . Your feelings might be right . You should never walk alone there at night . It is too dangerous . ," I Know . And you should be more careful , too . " "Hello . Is Bob there , please ? ", Hold on a second please . I'm sorry . He has gone out . Hold on a second please . I'm sorry . He has gone out . , Oh . This is Paul . When will he be back ? Oh . This is Paul . When will he be back ? , He will be back at about seven o'clock . He will be back at about seven o'clock . , Can I leave a message please ? " Yes , certainly . ", Please tell him I'll call him at the office tomorrow afternoon . Please tell him I'll call him at the office tomorrow afternoon . , All right . I'll tell him when he comes back . All right . I'll tell him when he comes back . , Thank you very much . "Mr . Li , the report has been finished . ", So fast ! Thank you . So fast ! Thank you . , You're welcome . This is my duty . Anything else ? You're welcome . This is my duty . Anything else ? ," Yes , you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer , and then send those materials to each business worker . " " Yes , you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer , and then send those materials to each business worker . "," OK , I'll do it right now . " " OK , I'll do it right now . "," By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip . " " By the way , to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us . Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip . "," Yes , I get it . " " Yes , I get it . "," OK , it's no anything . Do what you should do . " "Good morning , I am Monica . Are you Mr . White , the manager of finance department ? I am the newcomer and also working in the finance department . "," Yes , that is me . Nice to meet you , Monica . Welcome on board ! " " Yes , that is me . Nice to meet you , Monica . Welcome on board ! ", Thank you . I am very happy to have my own office now . I ’ Ve never had one before . It is very nice . Thank you . I am very happy to have my own office now . I ’ Ve never had one before . It is very nice . ," Well , we have nicer things than that in this company . You will find out soon . " " Well , we have nicer things than that in this company . You will find out soon . ", Really ? What could that be ? Really ? What could that be ? ," Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 . " " Well , I bet you will love them too . If you need help , just ask me any time . I am in the next door . You can also reach me through the extension 508 . ", That is very kind of you . Thank you very much . How may I help you ? , I need to return these books . I need to return these books . , What happened to this one ? What happened to this one ? , The cover came off . The cover came off . , You ’ re going to need to pay for the damage . You ’ re going to need to pay for the damage . , How much are you talking ? How much are you talking ? , It ’ s going to be $ 5 . It ’ s going to be $ 5 . , That ’ s not bad at all . That ’ s not bad at all . , It really isn ’ t . It really isn ’ t . , Here you go . Thank you very much . , You ’ re welcome . Have a nice day . How was your interview ? , Pretty good . The HR manager asked me the usual questions . Then he wondered why I had decided to leave my previous job . Pretty good . The HR manager asked me the usual questions . Then he wondered why I had decided to leave my previous job . , What did you say ? What did you say ? , I told him that I hadn ’ t got a raise for three years . I also told him that one of my best co-workers quitted her job because she had not been promoted for eight years . I told him that I hadn ’ t got a raise for three years . I also told him that one of my best co-workers quitted her job because she had not been promoted for eight years . , Did he want to know the reasons ? Did he want to know the reasons ? , Yes . I told him that my boss made some excuses of the recession . But I thought he had a pattern and a record of promoting men only . Yes . I told him that my boss made some excuses of the recession . But I thought he had a pattern and a record of promoting men only . , That ’ s sex discrimination . When will you get the reply ? That ’ s sex discrimination . When will you get the reply ? ," In a couple of days , I was told . " " In a couple of days , I was told . ", Wish you good luck ! Wish you good luck ! , Thank you . "Oh , you are out of breath ! What ’ s happened ? ", A gang of bastards are wildly shooting on the next street . We must leave this place the soonest . A gang of bastards are wildly shooting on the next street . We must leave this place the soonest . , That it easy.They get caught before they come here . That it easy.They get caught before they come here . , Stop your nonsense ! Quick . Let ’ s leave the place ! You say your products are aimed at the green consumer . In what ways are they environmentally-friendly ? ," We produce household cleaning products - detergents and so on . They are all phosphate-free , which minimises damage to the environment . " " We produce household cleaning products - detergents and so on . They are all phosphate-free , which minimises damage to the environment . ", What about the packaging ? What about the packaging ? ," We try to use as little packaging as possible . Also , all our bottles are made of recyclable plastic and we use recycled fibre in our boxes . That's what our customers want . " "Excuse me . I bought the CD here two days ago . It's scratched , and doesn't play properly . "," I'm sorry about that , sir . I'll get you another one . " " I'm sorry about that , sir . I'll get you another one . ", The thing is I've replaced once already . I think it's just a faulty batch . The thing is I've replaced once already . I think it's just a faulty batch . , I see . Maybe I can offer you a credit note . I see . Maybe I can offer you a credit note . ," Well . To be honest , that's not much use to me . I'll leave the country tomorrow . I'd really prefer a refund . " " Well . To be honest , that's not much use to me . I'll leave the country tomorrow . I'd really prefer a refund . "," OK , sir . I'll see what I can do . " I went to Super Junior's concert last night . It was fantastic . , Really ? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now . I am also a big fan of theirs . Really ? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now . I am also a big fan of theirs . ," Yes , their new album just came out last week . It is number one on the billboard . " " Yes , their new album just came out last week . It is number one on the billboard . ", I really love their dancing . They are all excellent dancers . I really love their dancing . They are all excellent dancers . ," The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ? " " The lyrics of the new song are beautiful , too . Can you sing ? ", Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now . Sure . I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now . , Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ? Let's go buy their new album . Want to come with me ? , Why not ? "Mr . Smith , I'm wondering whether you have found a way of considering my offer ? ", I certainly have the will but I wonder if I've found the way . I certainly have the will but I wonder if I've found the way . , You see . I made what I consider to be a reasonable offerbased upon the rise in production costs and the continued fall in the exchange rate of Australian Dollar to U . S . Dollar . You see . I made what I consider to be a reasonable offerbased upon the rise in production costs and the continued fall in the exchange rate of Australian Dollar to U . S . Dollar . , Let me say something about the falling Australian Dollar . We're both hurt by the rising U . S . Dollar . We will have to pay more Renminbi for U . S . Dollar to buy wool from you . Let me say something about the falling Australian Dollar . We're both hurt by the rising U . S . Dollar . We will have to pay more Renminbi for U . S . Dollar to buy wool from you . , I understand . I understand . , Do you ? Then you can see that we have one wish that is to conclude this transaction in a way that will satisfy both sides . What can you do to help ? Do you ? Then you can see that we have one wish that is to conclude this transaction in a way that will satisfy both sides . What can you do to help ? , I think the best way I can do is to reduce our price by 2 % and I should think we could conclude a deal at $ 98 . I think the best way I can do is to reduce our price by 2 % and I should think we could conclude a deal at $ 98 . , All right . I accept this reduced offer at $ 98 per metric ton FOB stowed . The other terms and conditions shall remain the same as those in the previous agreement . Now will you draft the agreement or shall I ? All right . I accept this reduced offer at $ 98 per metric ton FOB stowed . The other terms and conditions shall remain the same as those in the previous agreement . Now will you draft the agreement or shall I ? , Your legal department is very good at these things . We can trust them with the drafting of the agreement . Your legal department is very good at these things . We can trust them with the drafting of the agreement . ," Ok . Then well bring it over to you tomorrow morning . You'll sign it first , so it will only need my signature . Is that agreeable to you ? " " Ok . Then well bring it over to you tomorrow morning . You'll sign it first , so it will only need my signature . Is that agreeable to you ? "," Very agreeable , Mr . Smith . It will only take me a minute to sign it and send it back to you . " " Very agreeable , Mr . Smith . It will only take me a minute to sign it and send it back to you . ", Good . Let's shake hands on this successful transaction . "I'm sorry , but I can't find the book you lent me . I guess I have lost it . ", Don't worry about it . Don't worry about it . , I really feel bad about it . Let me buy you a new one . I really feel bad about it . Let me buy you a new one . , No . Don't be silly . I wouldn't dream of letting you do that . I ’ d like to send this parcel to Australia . ," Certainly . Could you put it on the scales , so I can check the weight ? " " Certainly . Could you put it on the scales , so I can check the weight ? ", Sure . It ’ s not very heavy . Sure . It ’ s not very heavy . , That ’ s 850 grams . The coasts depends on how you would like to send it . That ’ s 850 grams . The coasts depends on how you would like to send it . , I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail . I see . What are the options ? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail . , That ’ s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars . That ’ s right . Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars . , How long will it take to get there ? How long will it take to get there ? , Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks . Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks . ," It that case , I ’ ll send it by airmail . I ’ d like to send it as a registered parcel . " " It that case , I ’ ll send it by airmail . I ’ d like to send it as a registered parcel . ", No problem . That ’ s one dollar extra . No problem . That ’ s one dollar extra . , Thanks very much . There ’ s thirteen dollars . Thanks very much . There ’ s thirteen dollars . , There ’ s you receipt . Goodbye . Would you like your bags to be taken to your room ? ," Yes , please . " " Yes , please . ", OK . I'll get the bellman to taka them up . Which bags are yours ? OK . I'll get the bellman to taka them up . Which bags are yours ? ," My luggage is in the corner over there . They are the leather suitcase , the canvass holdall and the blue backpack . " " My luggage is in the corner over there . They are the leather suitcase , the canvass holdall and the blue backpack . ", OK . OK . ," Please be careful with the suitcase , it's very heavy . " " Please be careful with the suitcase , it's very heavy . "," I'll let the bellboy know . Don't worry , he's very strong . " " I'll let the bellboy know . Don't worry , he's very strong . "," And the holdall has some fragile items inside , so please be careful with that too . " " And the holdall has some fragile items inside , so please be careful with that too . ", Of course . how long will it take us to drive to London ? ," I think it ’ s a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London , so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway . " " I think it ’ s a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London , so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway . ", that ’ s unless there is a traffic jam . It could take three hours . that ’ s unless there is a traffic jam . It could take three hours . ," you ’ re right . We will be able to travel at high speeds at the beginning and end of the journey , because we will be in built-up areas . " " you ’ re right . We will be able to travel at high speeds at the beginning and end of the journey , because we will be in built-up areas . "," so , shall we allow three hours to cover the distance ? " " so , shall we allow three hours to cover the distance ? "," ok . You haven ’ t seen my company car , have you ? " " ok . You haven ’ t seen my company car , have you ? ", no . let me take a look ... it ’ s longer than my car . no . let me take a look ... it ’ s longer than my car . , I think it ’ s over five meters long . I can ’ t remember exactly . It has a maximum speed of over 200 kilometers an hour . I think it ’ s over five meters long . I can ’ t remember exactly . It has a maximum speed of over 200 kilometers an hour . , wow ! That ’ s fast ! I don ’ t think we will be traveling that fast on the motorway . wow ! That ’ s fast ! I don ’ t think we will be traveling that fast on the motorway . ," we can ’ t . if we went that fast , we would break the speed limit . " Are we going to have gym class tomorrow ? , Are you crazy ? Tomorrow's Saturday . Are you crazy ? Tomorrow's Saturday . , Sometimes I forget that we don't have school on Saturdays . Sometimes I forget that we don't have school on Saturdays . , Americans also don't go to work on Saturdays . Americans also don't go to work on Saturdays . , So there are only five working days in a week ? So there are only five working days in a week ? , Right . What are you going to do tonight ? Right . What are you going to do tonight ? , I'm going to study . I'm going to study . , On a Friday night ? On a Friday night ? ," Well , I need to polish up my English . " I'm going to the shops in a minute . What do we need ? , We're okay for vegetables but we should stock up on meat . Can you go to the butcher's and get some veal and some beef ? We're okay for vegetables but we should stock up on meat . Can you go to the butcher's and get some veal and some beef ? ," No problem . We also need bread , so I'll go to the baker's . I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday . We'll need balloons for that too . " " No problem . We also need bread , so I'll go to the baker's . I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday . We'll need balloons for that too . "," Better visit the supermarket then . We'll need some other things for the party . Get some vanilla ice cream , some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer . " " Better visit the supermarket then . We'll need some other things for the party . Get some vanilla ice cream , some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer . ", Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue . Okay . The library's beside the baker's . I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week . They're overdue . , I'll see you later then . I'll see you later then . , Bye ! I'll be back before seven . "Can I help you , Madam ? ", Could you tell me what Ants on the Tree is please ? Could you tell me what Ants on the Tree is please ? ," Certainly , Madam . It's a stir fried dish of minced pork with glass noodles . " " Certainly , Madam . It's a stir fried dish of minced pork with glass noodles . ", Sounds nice . I'll have that please . How do you do ? , My name is Jane Greenwood.Glad to meet you . My name is Jane Greenwood.Glad to meet you . ," I'm Mary Smith.Nice to meet you , too . " I'm going to quit this job . It's way too stressful . , I've noticed you've been working overtime a lot . I've noticed you've been working overtime a lot . ," Yeah , I'm in the office till 10 every night . I can't take it anymore . The pay just isn't worth it . " "Operator , I want to make a correct oversea phone call to Beijing . ", Who would you like to talk to ? Who would you like to talk to ? , Rachel Jason . Rachel Jason . , What is phone number ? What is phone number ? ," The code is 880 , the area code is 010 , and the local number is 8824578 4 " " The code is 880 , the area code is 010 , and the local number is 8824578 4 "," Your name , please . " " Your name , please . ", Manicole Tan . Manicole Tan . ," hold on , please . " " hold on , please . "," Ok , thank you . " " Ok , thank you . "," Her line is through now , please go ahead . " I'm tired of this job . , So am I . Bang ? ! Bang ! Bang ! What are the Kings doing at seven o ’ clock on Sunday morning ? ," Well , Mr . King is singing . " " Well , Mr . King is singing . "," Yes , but what ’ s the banging noise ? " " Yes , but what ’ s the banging noise ? ", He ’ s standing on a ladder and banging some nails into the wall with a hammer . Now he ’ s hanging some strong strings on the nails . He ’ s standing on a ladder and banging some nails into the wall with a hammer . Now he ’ s hanging some strong strings on the nails . , And what ’ s Mrs . King doing ? And what ’ s Mrs . King doing ? , She ’ s bringing something pink for Mr . King to drink . Now she ’ s putting it ... OK . She ’ s bringing something pink for Mr . King to drink . Now she ’ s putting it ... OK . , What ’ s happening ? What ’ s happening ? , The ladder ’ s falling ? The ladder ’ s falling ? , What ’ s Mr . King doing ? What ’ s Mr . King doing ? , He ’ s hanging from the string . He ’ s holding onto the string with his fingers and shouting to Mrs . King . He ’ s hanging from the string . He ’ s holding onto the string with his fingers and shouting to Mrs . King . , And is she helping him ? And is she helping him ? ," No , she ’ s running toward our house . That ’ s her ringing the bell . " " No , she ’ s running toward our house . That ’ s her ringing the bell . "," Well , I ’ m not going to answer it . I ’ m sleeping . " Were you engaged in any activities at college ? ," No , I had no interest in the activities in college and I spent most of my spare time reading in the library . " " No , I had no interest in the activities in college and I spent most of my spare time reading in the library . ", What kind of activity would make you get involved ? What kind of activity would make you get involved ? ," None , I guess . My only passion is on reading . " "I don't know what I'm going to do . I need to find a job . If I don't , I won't be able to stay here next semester . ", Have you tried university part-time jobs ? Have you tried university part-time jobs ? , What do you mean ? What do you mean ? ," I mean in the library , or in some information center.Often the university hires foreign students for part-time positions . " " I mean in the library , or in some information center.Often the university hires foreign students for part-time positions . "," Yes , I know . I tried that.They don't have anything now . So what can I do ? " " Yes , I know . I tried that.They don't have anything now . So what can I do ? "," Well , since you're a foreign student , it's hard.That ' s because it's actually illegal for you to work in America . " " Well , since you're a foreign student , it's hard.That ' s because it's actually illegal for you to work in America . ", I know that . You don't have to tell me that . That's my problem . I know I have the right to work for the university . That's legal.But they don't have a job for me . And it's illegal for me to get a job elsewhere . I know that . You don't have to tell me that . That's my problem . I know I have the right to work for the university . That's legal.But they don't have a job for me . And it's illegal for me to get a job elsewhere . ," Anyway , there must be some solution.You know there are many people working illegally in New York . " " Anyway , there must be some solution.You know there are many people working illegally in New York . ", But I need a pretty decent job . I need to make enough to pay my rent at least . But I need a pretty decent job . I need to make enough to pay my rent at least . , I have an idea . I have an idea . , What ? What ? ," Since you're Chinese , maybe you can find part-time work in Chinatown . " " Since you're Chinese , maybe you can find part-time work in Chinatown . ", I already had that idea . I already had that idea . ," Well , why don't you go and look down there ? " " Well , why don't you go and look down there ? ", But I don't know what I would do . But I don't know what I would do . ," It may be part-time work as a waitress or something.It would be illegal , but sometimes waitresses make a good salary . " " It may be part-time work as a waitress or something.It would be illegal , but sometimes waitresses make a good salary . ", Maybe . I don't know . Maybe . I don't know . , I will ask my friends for you.Maybe someone knows a company that needs part-time people.That ' s another thing you should do . Ask all your friends to ask around for you.You might find something . I will ask my friends for you.Maybe someone knows a company that needs part-time people.That ' s another thing you should do . Ask all your friends to ask around for you.You might find something . , I have to find something.Otherwise I have to go back to Taiwan . I'll be broke in two months . Would you make me a dust coat out of this serge ? , Sure.Let me measure for you . Sure.Let me measure for you . , What's the charge ? What's the charge ? , $ 200 . The delivery time is 2 weeks . $ 200 . The delivery time is 2 weeks . , OK.thank you . "The bartender just gave the last call . Let's order another round , okay ? "," Sure , but let's get a pitcher this time We should be able to down it before they close . " " Sure , but let's get a pitcher this time We should be able to down it before they close . ", That sounds good . You order the beer while I go to the bathroom . Where is the can in this place ? That sounds good . You order the beer while I go to the bathroom . Where is the can in this place ? , It's all the way to the back . See that yellow door ? It's all the way to the back . See that yellow door ? , Yeah . I think I can find it . Yeah . I think I can find it . , You're back already . That sure was quick . You're back already . That sure was quick . , That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me . That's because I just took one step inside and turned right around . That bathroom is too gross for me . ," Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time . " " Well , the bartender wouldn't give me the pitcher of beer . Anyway . He said it was too close to closing time . "," Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway . " " Let's leave then . I could take some fresh air , anyway . "," Okay , let's go ! " There are so many flavors of ice cream to choose from ! ," Yes , there must be about a hundred . Do you have a favorite ? " " Yes , there must be about a hundred . Do you have a favorite ? ", I love fruit flavored ices the best . I love fruit flavored ices the best . ," I know , fresh fruit flavored is the best ever . " " I know , fresh fruit flavored is the best ever . ", What is your least favorite ice cream ? What is your least favorite ice cream ? , I don't like peppermint ice cream . I don't like peppermint ice cream . ," Yeah , I know what you mean . " " Yeah , I know what you mean . "," One time , I tried garlic ice cream . " " One time , I tried garlic ice cream . ", That could be interesting . That could be interesting . , That doesn't sound like a good choice for today though . Let's order ! Our son is gone and my heart is gone too . I don ’ t know how to spend the rest of my years . ," Oh , darling , we must stand shoulder to shoulder and face the music . I know you can pull yourself together . " " Oh , darling , we must stand shoulder to shoulder and face the music . I know you can pull yourself together . ", I feel life is meaningless without him . I feel life is meaningless without him . , Cheer up . You have got me at least . House keeping.May I come in ? , Come in please . Come in please . ," Good evening , sir . I come to make the bed . Shall I do it now or later ? " " Good evening , sir . I come to make the bed . Shall I do it now or later ? "," Well , since you have come , do it now please ? " " Well , since you have come , do it now please ? ", That's all . Have a nice stay here . That's all . Have a nice stay here . , Thank you.Please get some soap for us . Thank you.Please get some soap for us . , Just a moment . I will do it right now . "What is your name , please ? ", My name is Sun lin . My name is Sun lin . , How old are you ? How old are you ? , I am twenty-five years old . I am twenty-five years old . , May I ask your birth date ? May I ask your birth date ? ," Yes , my birth date is September 22 , 1977 . " " Yes , my birth date is September 22 , 1977 . ", Where do you live now ? Where do you live now ? ," I live at 606 Zhongguancun Road , Apt 802 , Beijing . " " I live at 606 Zhongguancun Road , Apt 802 , Beijing . ", Then tell me your birthplace . Then tell me your birthplace . , My birthplace is Nanjing . My birthplace is Nanjing . ," Ok , I know you are not a resident of Beijing . Where is your domicile place then ? " " Ok , I know you are not a resident of Beijing . Where is your domicile place then ? "," My domicile place is Nanjing , too . " "OK , I'm sorry it took so long . ", I understand . I understand . , The phone has been ringing off the hook today . The phone has been ringing off the hook today . , Some days are just like that . What did you do at the office today ? , I had a really busy day . I had to work a little overtime . In the morning an important client called to place a large order . I had to check some things with my colleagues before confirming the order . I had a really busy day . I had to work a little overtime . In the morning an important client called to place a large order . I had to check some things with my colleagues before confirming the order . , What kind of things did you need to check ? What kind of things did you need to check ? ," The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock . If the goods are in stock , we can deliver them immediately . I also had to check the price . This customer is very important , so the " " The most important thing was to check that we had the goods in stock . If the goods are in stock , we can deliver them immediately . I also had to check the price . This customer is very important , so the ", I see . Did anything else happen ? I see . Did anything else happen ? ," I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and required " " I received a lot of emails from potential clients that I had to answer . Each time , I had to check files to see what we had agreed at earlier meetings . Each client has different conditions and required ", It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client . It must be difficult to remember the details for each individual client . ," Yes . That ’ s why we have everything on computer files . We don ’ t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint form a client . " " Yes . That ’ s why we have everything on computer files . We don ’ t use much paper at our office . After lunch , I had to deal with a complaint form a client . ", I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ? I hate dealing with complaints . Was it a legitimate complaint ? ," Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour . " " Yes , it was . I managed to sort out the problem , but I was tied up with the matter for over an hour . ", You certainly had a busy day . You certainly had a busy day . ," That ’ s not all ! I also had to finish writing a sales report for my boss . In the end , I finished everything . I wonder what will be waiting for me tomorrow morning . " "Excuse me , could you spare me a few minutes ? "," Yes , certainly.How can I help you ? " " Yes , certainly.How can I help you ? ", Do you know if train 10 is on time to be here ? Do you know if train 10 is on time to be here ? ," Sorry , I don ’ t know . I ’ m a passengers ’ m waiting for my train .. " " Sorry , I don ’ t know . I ’ m a passengers ’ m waiting for my train .. ", Do you mind if I read your newspaper for a while ? Do you mind if I read your newspaper for a while ? , Certainly not.Here it is . Certainly not.Here it is . , Thanks a lot Hello . Thank you for calling Spend Mart . , Is this the Customer Service Desk ? Is this the Customer Service Desk ? , Yes . How can I help you ? Yes . How can I help you ? ," I bought a sweater from your store a week ago . It says size 12 . But actually , it is a size 10 . Can I exchange it ? " " I bought a sweater from your store a week ago . It says size 12 . But actually , it is a size 10 . Can I exchange it ? ", Do you have the receipt with you ? Do you have the receipt with you ? ," Yes , I do . " " Yes , I do . ", I like to apologize for the problem . Please come down with your receipt and sweater to exchange it for the size you want . I like to apologize for the problem . Please come down with your receipt and sweater to exchange it for the size you want . , Thank you very much . I have some great news ! I was able to switch to the night shift ! , I knew everything would work out for you ! I knew everything would work out for you ! , I got to meet the night Anger today too . We got along right from the start . I got to meet the night Anger today too . We got along right from the start . , Wonderful ! Do you already have your work schedule ? Wonderful ! Do you already have your work schedule ? ," Not yet , I pick it up tomorrow . " " Not yet , I pick it up tomorrow . ", Do you know what you will be doing yet ? Do you know what you will be doing yet ? ," Yes , I'll be managing the guys on the dock . " " Yes , I'll be managing the guys on the dock . ", You're so good with people . I think they will like you ! Do you have perfume ? ," Yes , what kind of smell do you like ? " " Yes , what kind of smell do you like ? ", I would like some light smell . I would like some light smell . , How about this one ? It's not that concentrated . How about this one ? It's not that concentrated . , Can I smell it ? Can I smell it ? , Sure . "It's going to strike 12 o'clock . Let's get the firecrackers ready , Rose . ", Aren't firecrackers forbidden in the city ? Aren't firecrackers forbidden in the city ? ," Well yes , but they are not allowed only in downtown areas . It's OK here . It would be difficult to ban customs that have thousands of years of tradition . The habit does bring kids joy and excitement so long as precautions are taken . Let's go out and set off firecrackers out there . " " Well yes , but they are not allowed only in downtown areas . It's OK here . It would be difficult to ban customs that have thousands of years of tradition . The habit does bring kids joy and excitement so long as precautions are taken . Let's go out and set off firecrackers out there . ", Fantastic ! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds ! Fantastic ! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds ! , What other activities will you have tomorrow ? What other activities will you have tomorrow ? ," Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second . " " Quite a lot . The celebration of the New Year has just started . The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast , and people in the North have Jiaozi . Afterward , we will make New Year calls on family relatives , husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second . ", Do you bring some gifts along ? Do you bring some gifts along ? ," That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand . " " That's for sure . Fruit , cream cakes , medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives , and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids . All this , of course , should be well prepared beforehand . ", Is it the same practice for all families ? Is it the same practice for all families ? ," Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday . " " Not all the same nowadays I must say . Many families , especially those of newly married couples , choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines . Rose and I had a tour to Singapore , Malaysia , Thailand and Hong Kong last year . We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday . ", I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax . I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings . The holiday's long enough for you to relax . ," Well , for city dwellers , the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days . While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized , the festival lasts ten days . " Hi ! Does this hotel have an exercise facility ? , But of course ! We have a great exercise facility . But of course ! We have a great exercise facility . , Good . Now exactly where is it ? Good . Now exactly where is it ? , It's located right under our lobby . Just take the elevator or the stairs one flight down . It's located right under our lobby . Just take the elevator or the stairs one flight down . , Is this going to cost me anything ? Is this going to cost me anything ? ," No , sir . The gym is absolutely free . However , be sure to take your room key with you . " " No , sir . The gym is absolutely free . However , be sure to take your room key with you . ", When does the gym open and close ? When does the gym open and close ? ," The hours couldn't be better , 24/7 . " " The hours couldn't be better , 24/7 . "," Very good . Now , is there a trainer down there ? " " Very good . Now , is there a trainer down there ? "," I wish I could tell you yes , but no , there isn't . " "Hi , Jim ! When did you get back ? ", Yesterday . I was really sorry to see it end . The skiing was terrific ! Yesterday . I was really sorry to see it end . The skiing was terrific ! , I ’ m really jealous ! I won ’ t be able to get any time off for at least another three or four months . I ’ m really jealous ! I won ’ t be able to get any time off for at least another three or four months . , Sorry to hear that ! But I would definitely recommend this place ! Welcome aboard . ," Excuse me , Miss . Can you show me my seat ? " " Excuse me , Miss . Can you show me my seat ? "," Let me have a look at your boarding pass . It's E - 6 , the sixth seat by the aisle . " " Let me have a look at your boarding pass . It's E - 6 , the sixth seat by the aisle . ", Thanks a lot . "This is Manager Liang's office , what can I do for you ? ", This is Wang Miao from AB company speaking . Our CEO Mr . Green has an appointment with Mr . Liang tomorrow morning . But there is a minor change in tomorrow's schedule . Mr . Green has an abrupt urgent case tomorrow and he has to go abroad today . He wanted me to convey his apology to Mr . Wang . This is Wang Miao from AB company speaking . Our CEO Mr . Green has an appointment with Mr . Liang tomorrow morning . But there is a minor change in tomorrow's schedule . Mr . Green has an abrupt urgent case tomorrow and he has to go abroad today . He wanted me to convey his apology to Mr . Wang . , OK ! I'll tell him . OK ! I'll tell him . , And Mr . Green will make another appointment when Mr . Wang comes back . And Mr . Green will make another appointment when Mr . Wang comes back . , Ok ! Thanks for calling . Ok ! Thanks for calling . , Bye ! How are you ? , I ’ m great . Thanks . I ’ m great . Thanks . , Did you need something ? Did you need something ? , I need your help . I need your help . , How may I help you ? How may I help you ? , I need to find this newspaper article . I need to find this newspaper article . , Have you checked the periodicals section yet ? Have you checked the periodicals section yet ? , I forgot about that section . I forgot about that section . ," If you ’ d like , I can show you were to find it . " " If you ’ d like , I can show you were to find it . ", Could you do that ? Could you do that ? , Follow me . Follow me . , Thank you for all your help . Can you believe that Obama is our new President ? , I ’ m so happy about that . I ’ m so happy about that . , Did you vote for him ? Did you vote for him ? , I sure did . How about you ? I sure did . How about you ? , I voted for him . I voted for him . , I have complete confidence in our new President . I have complete confidence in our new President . , Is that right ? Is that right ? , I know he will help change America . I know he will help change America . ," I hope so , because America needs a change . " " I hope so , because America needs a change . "," I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected . " " I feel like things are already changing , because he was elected . ", I agree with you completely . I agree with you completely . , I ’ m not worried about our country now that it ’ s in his hands . "Come in , please . "," Good morning , Mrs Smith . " " Good morning , Mrs Smith . "," Good morning . You are Mr . Sun , aren't you ? Take a seat , please . " " Good morning . You are Mr . Sun , aren't you ? Take a seat , please . "," Yes , thank you . " " Yes , thank you . ", I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ? I've noticed from your resume that you majored in accounting at Peking University . Will you please tell me something about your related courses ? ," In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting . " " In the first academic year we learned Principles of Accounting , and in the following years we learned Cost Accounting , Commercial Accounting , Industrial Accounting , and Management Accounting . ", Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ? Have you taken Accounting for Decision-Making and Control ? ," No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making . " " No , we haven't taken such a course , but we have taken a more specialized course for decision making , by the name of Forecasting and Decision-Making . "," From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience . " " From your school report card , I can see you did well in every course . But our advertisement says we need an accountant with practical work experience . "," I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation . " " I forgot to include my experience as an accountant in my resume . In fact , I took a part-time job as an accountant at the Atlantic Trading Company during my second and third school year . I worked three evenings a week there and I did quite well . Here is the recommendation . ", You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English . You can speak English fluently but I wonder if you can deal with bookkeeping and accounting in English . ," No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English . " " No problem . The professional English course is just English for Accounting . Moreover , as you know , the Atlantic Trading Company is a Sino-Australian joint venture . When I served part-time there , I became well acquainted with accounting operated in English . ", That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ? That sounds fine . Why did you choose to apply to our company ? , I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company . I have a relative working as a manager in your manufacturing department . Her name is Lilling . She told me a lot about your company and I became quite interested . I believe I can have a promising career with the development of this company . , Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ? Do you know something about the payment we give to our employees ? ," No , can you tell me about it ? " " No , can you tell me about it ? "," Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month . " " Of course . As for an entry-level accountant , we pay ¥ 1,500 a month in the first half year . We have a grading system to evaluate your work . If you have made progress , we will certainly raise your salary . For beginners with a CPA certificate , they can earn at least ¥ 2 , 000 a month . "," I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ? " " I have passed the five courses required by the Chinese CPA Association , but the certificate won't come to hand until next month . How about that ? ", I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July . I hope you can show me your CPA certificate before we reach a decision by the end of July . ," Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you . " " Thank you , Mrs Smith . It is really a pleasure talking with you . ", The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you . The same for me . We'll keep in touch with you . , Thank you . Good-bye . "Excuse me , I'd like to ask you a few questions about the city . "," OK , please . " " OK , please . "," My wife wants to take the children to go shopping , where is the best place to go ? " " My wife wants to take the children to go shopping , where is the best place to go ? "," I would recommend the mall , it's about 20 minutes , drive to the south in a taxi . It has a wide range of shops and restaurants . " " I would recommend the mall , it's about 20 minutes , drive to the south in a taxi . It has a wide range of shops and restaurants . "," Thank you . Also , we'd like to do some sightseeing while we're in town . Can you recommend some local attractions ? " " Thank you . Also , we'd like to do some sightseeing while we're in town . Can you recommend some local attractions ? ", How old are your children ? How old are your children ? , I have a 10 - year-old boy and a 6 - year-old girl . I have a 10 - year-old boy and a 6 - year-old girl . , I would recommend a day at the zoo . It's fun for all the family . There is also a water park just outside the city if you would like a day trip . I would recommend a day at the zoo . It's fun for all the family . There is also a water park just outside the city if you would like a day trip . , It sounds marvelous . Thank you for your help . "Don't worry , your baby is in my home . ", How can I ever thank you ? I owe you a big favor . I wonder how Sarah and Mat are . , Don't you know they've already broken up ? Don't you know they've already broken up ? , I'm not surprised . She's a plain Jane . I'm not surprised . She's a plain Jane . , And he's so handsome . There are so many eating utensils on the table . Which ones do I use first ? , Use them from the outside in . Use them from the outside in . , I see . A set for appetizers and another for the main course . I see . A set for appetizers and another for the main course . , Right . We do the same thing at home . Don't you remember ? Right . We do the same thing at home . Don't you remember ? , Oh yeah . The big napkin goes on my lap . Oh yeah . The big napkin goes on my lap . , Let's look at our menus . Let's look at our menus . ," Cindy , help me order because I'm still not very familiar with American cooking . " " Cindy , help me order because I'm still not very familiar with American cooking . "," Well , we order appetizers first and then entrees . " I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate . May I ask why I was defeated ? ," We have thought of you carefully with discretion , but the other candidate has more experiences . " " We have thought of you carefully with discretion , but the other candidate has more experiences . "," Experience is important , but don't you think capability is more valuable than that ? " " Experience is important , but don't you think capability is more valuable than that ? "," Yes , I think so . But how do you prove to me that you are more capable ? " " Yes , I think so . But how do you prove to me that you are more capable ? "," Maybe you can hire me on trial . If I'm not qualified for the job , you can let me go . " " Maybe you can hire me on trial . If I'm not qualified for the job , you can let me go . ", Good idea . "Excuse me , sir , since my train leaves at 16:00 . Have you a 3 - hour tour ? "," You are lucky , sir . We are about to set out . It's a tour to the White House . " " You are lucky , sir . We are about to set out . It's a tour to the White House . "," Well , I have just missed the place . How long does the tour take ? " " Well , I have just missed the place . How long does the tour take ? ", 2 hours . You won't get late for your train . 2 hours . You won't get late for your train . , I hope so . You are starting to learn English ? ," Yeah . I like it , Dad . " " Yeah . I like it , Dad . "," You ’ re lucky you start to learn it so easily . I learned English very late , and learned it all by myself . At that time we didn ’ t have a good English studying environment . I have to keep my dictionary on hand . " " You ’ re lucky you start to learn it so easily . I learned English very late , and learned it all by myself . At that time we didn ’ t have a good English studying environment . I have to keep my dictionary on hand . ", Really ? We have a variety of trousers . Which one do you like best ? , I want to buy one to match my shirt.Can you give me some advice ? I want to buy one to match my shirt.Can you give me some advice ? , What about this one ? What about this one ? ," Yes , they seem to be my size and go with my shirt quite well . I will take it . " "Excuse me , sir , could you please tell me the way to Aidan Bookstore ? "," Yes , of course.Would you like to walk there or take a bus ? " " Yes , of course.Would you like to walk there or take a bus ? ", Er ... Is it far from here ? Er ... Is it far from here ? ," It's just about ten minutes ' walk . Go along this street , on the third cross you'll find it on your left . " " It's just about ten minutes ' walk . Go along this street , on the third cross you'll find it on your left . ", Then I'll walk.Many thanks . Then I'll walk.Many thanks . , Not at all . Your tie is handsome . ," Oh , thank you . Your skirt looks beautiful , too . " "No , it hasn't . It's very dirty . ", Someone ought to clean it today . Someone ought to clean it today . , Mark should clean it . It's his turn . Mark should clean it . It's his turn . ," No , he cleaned it last time . It's your turn . " " No , he cleaned it last time . It's your turn . "," No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark . " " No , it isn't . You always clean it after Mark . "," Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow . " " Oh dear , is it really my turn ? In that case , I'll clean tomorrow . ", Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow . Clean it now . Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow . , Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow . Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow . , You are lazy . You ought to be ashamed ? You should enjoy working . "Francis , you have done an outstanding work in the past six months . In view of your achievement , I trust you ’ re now indispensable part of our company and you deserve an officer director title . ", I am so happy to know that I could make some contribution to our company . I am so happy to know that I could make some contribution to our company . ," This title does not only give you a raising pay-check , but also increase responsibilities . Congratulations , and hope the best for you . " " This title does not only give you a raising pay-check , but also increase responsibilities . Congratulations , and hope the best for you . "," Thank you , I will be doing my best . " "Hello , Westhaven Company . "," Hello , may I speak to Mr . Richard ? " " Hello , may I speak to Mr . Richard ? ", This is Michael Richard speaking . Who is calling ? This is Michael Richard speaking . Who is calling ? ," Mr . Richard , this is Henry . I was interviewed by you last Tuesday . " " Mr . Richard , this is Henry . I was interviewed by you last Tuesday . ", You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ? You gave me a deep impression then . Can I help you ? , I ’ m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position . I ’ m just calling to follow up on the situation of the salesman position . , We have made the decision to hire you . We have made the decision to hire you . , Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ’ t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions . Wonderful . Thank you very much . I have been dreaming to work with your company and I am finally granted the great opportunity . I won ’ t let you down and I hope you will contact me when you have any questions . ," I will , thank you for calling . " "Honey , what's wrong with you ? ", I'm not feeling well . I'm very nervous . I'm not feeling well . I'm very nervous . , Take it easy . We are going to have our own baby . You should be happy . Take it easy . We are going to have our own baby . You should be happy . ," Yeah , I know . " " Yeah , I know . "," The doctors and the nurses will help you . And I will be waiting for you right here , praying for you and our baby . " " The doctors and the nurses will help you . And I will be waiting for you right here , praying for you and our baby . "," Thank you , dear . I feel better now . " Mr . Phillips ? I have a request here from purchasing that needs your approval . , Let me take a look . This is for a 486 computer with modem . Who ’ s it going to ? Let me take a look . This is for a 486 computer with modem . Who ’ s it going to ? , I believe it ’ s going to Ms . Wilson ’ s office . I believe it ’ s going to Ms . Wilson ’ s office . ," Get her on the phone , please . I need to clarify this . " "Lisa , are there family rules in this house ? "," Well , I wouldn't call them rules , but there are some things that I expect my daughter to do . " " Well , I wouldn't call them rules , but there are some things that I expect my daughter to do . ", Like what ? Like what ? , Setting the table and doing the dishes . Setting the table and doing the dishes . , Is there anything else ? Is there anything else ? , I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room . I also expect Cindy to tidy up her own room . , Her room is very neat and clean . Her room is very neat and clean . , Yeah . She's a very responsible person . Yeah . She's a very responsible person . ," I will keep my room clean , too . That's a promise . " "Well , It ’ s not as crowded as we excepted , is it ? "," No . But it will be soon . Look , there are two empty seats over there . Let ’ s get them before somebody else does . " " No . But it will be soon . Look , there are two empty seats over there . Let ’ s get them before somebody else does . "," Yes , Let ’ s . " " Yes , Let ’ s . "," Now , Let ’ s make ourselves comfortable since we have got quiet a long way to go . " " Now , Let ’ s make ourselves comfortable since we have got quiet a long way to go . ", That ’ s a good idea . I think it's about time that we had to go . , What ? Won't you have more drinks ? What ? Won't you have more drinks ? ," I'd love to , but I have to get up early tomorrow and get to the office on time . " " I'd love to , but I have to get up early tomorrow and get to the office on time . "," Oh ! I'm sorry , but I wish you could stay . " " Oh ! I'm sorry , but I wish you could stay . ", Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality . Thank you for a very enjoyable evening and your hospitality . , Don't mention it . You can come whenever You are free . Would you mind telling me if this is the right way to the police station ? , I ’ m afraid you ’ re going in the opposite direction . I ’ m afraid you ’ re going in the opposite direction . , Should I take a bus ? Should I take a bus ? , I think a cab is better . "Could you bring me some food , please ? ", Sure . What do you fancy ? Sure . What do you fancy ? ," Can I have a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare ? " " Can I have a bottle of champagne , lobster tail , and filet mignon , medium rare ? "," Sir , the filet mignon was so popular tonight that we ran out . May I suggest the porterhouse ? " " Sir , the filet mignon was so popular tonight that we ran out . May I suggest the porterhouse ? "," Oh , no filet ? Okay , porterhouse will be fine then . " " Oh , no filet ? Okay , porterhouse will be fine then . ", Perhaps you would like chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? Perhaps you would like chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne ? ," Not tonight , but thank you for the suggestion . " " Not tonight , but thank you for the suggestion . "," Okay . This will be charged to your amenities account , okay ? " " Okay . This will be charged to your amenities account , okay ? ", No problem . No problem . , Your food will be brought to you momentarily . I hope you enjoy it . I give up ! I simply can't learn French ! , Why do you say that ? I think you're making a lot of progress . Why do you say that ? I think you're making a lot of progress . ," No , I'm not . I try and try and I still can't speak it very well . " " No , I'm not . I try and try and I still can't speak it very well . ", Learning any language takes a lot of effort . But don't give up . Why don't we practise those dialogues together ? Learning any language takes a lot of effort . But don't give up . Why don't we practise those dialogues together ? , Good idea . That might help . "The operation in the lab is radioactive and dangerous , so work with care . Have you got ear muffs and gloves ? ", Do I have to wear ear muffs and gloves ? I am not used to working with them on . Do I have to wear ear muffs and gloves ? I am not used to working with them on . ," Yes , you have to . It is a safety rule of the company . You could not only lose your job but your hearing if you don't . " " Yes , you have to . It is a safety rule of the company . You could not only lose your job but your hearing if you don't . ", OK . I'll go and get a pair of them . You want to go with him ? , Yes ? Yes ? , Then you must be off your head . He is a real bastard . Can you tell me what's the time in London ? , It should be 3 It should be 3 , Yes . I have to take a conference . Are you English ? Yes . I have to take a conference . Are you English ? , That's right . Welcome to Great Britain . "Steven , would you like to go dance with us tonight ? "," John , I am just not in the mood for this . " " John , I am just not in the mood for this . ", You look so upset . What's going on ? You look so upset . What's going on ? , I lost the table tennis game yesterday . I lost the table tennis game yesterday . ," Oh , what a pity ! " " Oh , what a pity ! ", I just don ’ t want to play table tennis any more . I just don ’ t want to play table tennis any more . , Is it that bad ? It ’ s nothing more than a game . Is it that bad ? It ’ s nothing more than a game . , My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis . My opponent bowled me with the very first ball . I was wondering if it's appropriate for me to play table tennis . ," Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ’ t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed . " " Oh , come on ! Failure is the mother of success . Don ’ t lose heart . I'm sure you'll succeed . ", Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure . Perhaps you are right . But I still need some time to recover from the failure . , I understand . What musical instrument do you play ? , I can play the piano a bit . I can play the piano a bit . , Then we can have one more program at our party ? Then we can have one more program at our party ? ," No , no . My playing isn't good enough for me to perform in public . " "Good morning , can I help you ? "," Yes , could I settle my bill , please ? " " Yes , could I settle my bill , please ? "," Yes . of course . May I have your name and your room number , please ? " " Yes . of course . May I have your name and your room number , please ? "," Wang Wei , Room 1202 . " " Wang Wei , Room 1202 . "," OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 . " " OK , Mr . Wang , here is your bill . The total amount is US $ 120 . ", The figure seems right . The figure seems right . ," How do you wish to settle your account , sir ? " " How do you wish to settle your account , sir ? "," By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ? " " By credit card , please . And what kind of credit cards do you honor ? "," We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa . " " We accept Master Card , American Express and Visa . ", Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are . Then I'll put it on my Master Card . Here you are . ," Thank you . Would you sign here , please ? Here's your receipt . " "Can I help you , sir ? "," Yes , could you tell me if there is a laundry in this hotel ? " " Yes , could you tell me if there is a laundry in this hotel ? "," yes , It ’ s on the third floor " " yes , It ’ s on the third floor ", Thank you very much . You see that chick over there ? , The one in the red shirt ? The one in the red shirt ? , Yeah . Isn't she hot ? Yeah . Isn't she hot ? , She's alright . She's alright . , Just alright ? ! ? She's hot ! Just alright ? ! ? She's hot ! , Why don't you go talk to her ? Why don't you go talk to her ? , You think she's out of my league ? You think she's out of my league ? , Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all . Hell no ! You're just a chicken that's all . , C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls . C'mon . I get nervous when I talk to girls . ," Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation . " " Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up , strike a conversation . ", What do I talk about ? What do I talk about ? , It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that . It doesn't matter . You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that . , I don't know ... I don't know ... , Do you want me to go talk to her ? Do you want me to go talk to her ? , No . Stay away from her . No . Stay away from her . ," If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will . " " If you don't do anything , I'll bet somebody else will . ", Ok already . I'll try . What's the rate for a station wagon ? , The daily rate is $ 22 per mile . The daily rate is $ 22 per mile . ," Good . I'll take it right now , if possible . " " Good . I'll take it right now , if possible . "," Can I see your license , please ? " " Can I see your license , please ? ", Of course . I have my own license and an international license . Of course . I have my own license and an international license . ," That's fine . Fill out this form and let me see your credit card , please . " I ’ d love to have my own farm . , It would be very hard work . Are you sure ? It would be very hard work . Are you sure ? , I wouldn ’ t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy . I wouldn ’ t mind getting up early morning and the physical work would make me fit and healthy . , Running a farm would be totally different to you current job . Running a farm would be totally different to you current job . , That ’ s one reason I ’ d like to try it . I ’ d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office . That ’ s one reason I ’ d like to try it . I ’ d really like to get away from working 9 to 5 in an office . , You ’ d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ’ s not something you can just walk into . You ’ d need a lot of training before becoming a farmer . It ’ s not something you can just walk into . , My uncle owns a farm and I ’ Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields . My uncle owns a farm and I ’ Ve spent some time working with him . I love being in the countryside with farm animals and green fields . ," Well , I ‘ d certainly come and visit you . It would be great to take a working holiday on a farm . I ’ d love to get away from hustle and bustle of the city for a while . " What a brilliant smile ! , That's my cousin Hubert.He likes smiling . That's my cousin Hubert.He likes smiling . , He must be very easy-going . He must be very easy-going . ," Sure , he's ready to be friendly with anyone . "