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train_5659 | #Person1#: Can I interest you in a desert, sir? We've got some lovely strawberries. They were only picked this morning. The cook is made them into a beautiful cake or you can have them on their own with ice cream.
#Person2#: I don't really want anything sweet, have you got cheese?
#Person1#: I'm terribly sorry, sir. There is no cheese left. We're waiting for some more to be delivered.
#Person2#: In that case, I'll have the fruit as it's so fresh, but without any ice cream.
#Person1#: Certainly sir. | #Person2# doesn't want sweet dessert and asks for cheese. #Person1# says there's no cheese left, so #Person2# only wants fresh fruit. |
train_5660 | #Person1#: Hi Marina, I'm sorry to keep you waiting. I bought a map in the bookstore.
#Person2#: Oh, we don't need a map at all. I'll be your tour guide. I'm familiar with every corner of the city. Chinatown, Broadway, Central Park, the Natural History Museum.
#Person1#: That's great. Where should we go first, Broadway? I've been dreaming of watching a musical there.
#Person2#: It's the best to go there in the evening. How about going to Central Park first?
#Person1#: OK. What's there to see?
#Person2#: Lots of trees, walking paths, statues and areas for performances, you can relax in a wonderful nature, setting in the middle of a busy city. The Natural History Museum is located on its west side.
#Person1#: Many famous people mentioned to Central Park in their books. It must be a place worth visiting.
#Person2#: It certainly is.
#Person1#: Where shall we go for dinner? A restaurant in Chinatown?
#Person2#: We can go there next time. I have a classmate living in Harlem and he is very interested in Chinese culture and wants to see you. We'll have dinner there, if you don't mind.
#Person1#: No, I don't, it will be nice to meet someone who loves Chinese culture. I want to learn more about Harlem, its food and music.
#Person2#: Harlem has an interesting lifestyle, you'll really love the music there. After dinner we'll go to Broadway. If we're lucky we can buy tickets to see a show.
#Person1#: I just can't wait to go.
#Person2#: OK, let's go and take a ride on the largest subway system in America. | Marina recommends #Person1# to go Broadways in the evening and go to Central Park first. They will have dinner with one of Marina's friends who loves Chinese culture and wants to meet #Person1#. After dinner, they will go to Broadway. |
train_5661 | #Person1#: Hello I'm Tom, who are you?
#Person2#: I'm Marry. I'm from Korea.
#Person1#: Really? How nice. How long have you stayed in the US?
#Person2#: Four years.
#Person1#: That's a long time. Have you been back to your country?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: You must miss your home.
#Person2#: Sure, but gladly, my family are going to visit me next week.
#Person1#: You must be very excited.
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: How do you like New York?
#Person2#: It's a modern city, full of energy and people here are quite friendly. | Marry tells Tom she has been in the US for 4 years and her family from Korea will visit her soon. Mary thinks highly of New York. |
train_5662 | #Person1#: I'd like to taste some local dishes. What would you recommend?
#Person2#: That's fine. You must try this dish.
#Person1#: Could you tell me how this thing is cooked?
#Person2#: It's fish steamed and served with our special sauce.
#Person1#: Is it good?
#Person2#: Sure. It's a most popular dish.
#Person1#: I think I'll try it, and give me some green salad together.
#Person2#: We have two dressings for salad. Which one would you like?
#Person1#: What kind do you have?
#Person2#: We have French and Thousand Island.
#Person1#: Make it Thousand Island. | #Person1#'ll have the steamed fish with special sauce and green salad with Thousand Island dressing under #Person2#'s recommendation. |
train_5663 | #Person1#: shall we dance?
#Person2#: sure. i suppose you dance much.
#Person1#: oh. no as a matter of fact, i haven't danced for a long time.
#Person2#: but i can see you dance wonderfully well.
#Person1#: thanks for flattering me. i think you dance much right?
#Person2#: no, just occasionally
#Person1#: oh, i like this music very much, let's tango.
#Person2#: i'm afraid i can't dance well. | #Person1# and #Person2# are dancing and #Person2# flatters #Person1#'s dance. |
train_5664 | #Person1#: Here is the document you asked for this morning.
#Person2#: Oh, you are so efficient. I thought you might give it to me tomorrow. Thanks.
#Person1#: You ' re welcome. You know, these days I have been reflecting on my biggest weakness procrastination. The more I think about it, the more I hate myself for being so disorganized. I decided to change the situation as soon as possible. Otherwise I will be more regretful later.
#Person2#: This is encouraging news, good for you! What is your solution, then?
#Person1#: The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities. It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place.
#Person2#: Sounds not bad! Better performance isn ' t just about doing a lot more. It is about focusing on the right things to do. | #Person2# praises #Person1#'s efficiency. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's because #Person1# decided to overcome procrastination and the solutions are making plans and setting priorities. |
train_5665 | #Person1#: Do you have experience in advertising?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
#Person1#: What were you mean duties there?
#Person2#: I mostly did advertising planning.
#Person1#: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
#Person2#: I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts, creative talent, and be sensitive to the changes in the market.
#Person1#: What was the most important thing you have learned at work?
#Person2#: The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities. Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact in success. If I want to make in marking in advertising history, I can ' t stop studying and creating. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in advertising, the qualities #Person2# thinks an advertising planner should have, and the most important thing #Person2#'s learned at work. |
train_5666 | #Person1#: Sorry. I didn't mean to be late. Can I come in?
#Person2#: What's your excuse this time?
#Person1#: Have I used the one that my sister is sick?
#Person2#: Yes, twice last week.
#Person1#: Are you sure? I thought I said it was my mother.
#Person2#: I don't think so. But it could've been.
#Person1#: Well. You can trust me this time. My sister is definitely sick. I'm just coming from the hospital. They say she might even die.
#Person2#: I don't buy your story. Try not to have any more sick relatives this week, all right?
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: Just try to be a little more punctual in the future.
#Person1#: I'm working on it. Really! | #Person1#'s late again and #Person1# explains it's because #Person1#'s sister is sick but #Person2# doesn't trust #Person1# and asks #Person1# to be punctual in the future. |
train_5667 | #Person1#: Could you do something to advance your time of shipment?
#Person2#: Well, our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment. I'm afraid it's very difficult to improve any further on the time.
#Person1#: I hope you'll try to convince them to step up production.
#Person2#: We check their production schedule against our orders almost every day. As new orders keep coming in, they are working three shifts to step up production. I'm sorry, but we simply cannot commit ourselves beyond what the production schedule can fulfill.
#Person1#: Well, in that case, there is nothing more to be said. What's your last word as to the date then?
#Person2#: I said by the middle of October. This is the best we can promise.
#Person1#: All right. I'll take you at your word. May I suggest that you put down in the contract shipment on October 15th or earlier? Our letter of credit will be opened early September.
#Person2#: Good. Let's call it a deal. We'll do our best to advance the shipment to September. The chances are that some of the other orders may be cancelled. But of course you cannot count on that. In any case, we'll let you know by email.
#Person1#: That's very considerate of you. And now, shall we discuss the insurance terms?
#Person2#: We generally insure W. P. ( W. P. A ) on a C. I. F. offer. Special risks, such as TEND ( Theft, Pilferage and Non-delivery ), leakage, breakage, oil, freshwater, etc. can also be covered upon request.
#Person1#: I suppose the additional premium for the special coverage is for the buyer's account.
#Person2#: Quite right. According to the usual practice in international trade, special risks are not covered unless the buyer asks for them.
#Person1#: Then what about SICC ( Strikes, Riots and Civil Commotions )? Can we request you to cover this for our imports?
#Person2#: Yes, we accept it now, after it has been suspended for many years. However, if you want to have it covered for your imports at your end, you may arrange the insurance as you like.
#Person1#: Then please cover W. P. A. and TEND for this transaction.
#Person2#: All right, I'll adjust the price accordingly. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to advance #Person2#'s time of shipment but #Person2# says the manufacturers are fully committed and they can only ship the products by the middle of October. #Person1# accepts and asks #Person2# to cover W.P.A. and TEND for the transaction. #Person2#'ll adjust the price accordingly. |
train_5668 | #Person1#: Here is your room. I hope you like it.
#Person2#: Looks not bad.
#Person1#: The room is away from traffic noise.
#Person2#: Yes, It's pleasantly quiet here.
#Person1#: Here's the bath.
#Person2#: Where can we have our laundry done?
#Person1#: There's a bag in the bathroom. Just put your laundry in it.
#Person2#: Does the hotel run its own laundry service?
#Person1#: We do, as most hotels do.
#Person2#: I see. Is the telephone on the table good for outside calls?
#Person1#: There is house phone only. But you can ask the operator for city calls.
#Person2#: Can I get a city map at the hotel?
#Person1#: Yes. Shall I get one for you? Just push the button over there if you need anything. | #Person1# introduces the hotel service to #Person2#, including laundry service and telephone service. |
train_5669 | #Person1#: What happened to your car?
#Person2#: A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car.
#Person1#: Are they going to pay you for the damages?
#Person2#: They're saying it was already there.
#Person1#: What the hell. That doesn't make sense. What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I have to go to court. A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there.
#Person1#: That sucks. I'd be pissed if that happened to me.
#Person2#: I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars.
#Person1#: Oh my gosh. Damn. . . screw the court, I would burn down their store.
#Person2#: We'll see what happens after court. | #Person2# tells #Person1# a tow truck towed #Person2#'s car and left many dents. #Person2#'ll have to go to court and #Person1# feels angry. |
train_5670 | #Person1#: Hi, chary, are you busy this evening?
#Person2#: sorry, I'm afraid that I've got plans tonight.
#Person1#: what are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm going to my parents'house for my father's birthday.
#Person1#: how old is he today?
#Person2#: it's his 50th birthday.
#Person1#: well, wish him a happy birthday for me.
#Person2#: sure thing. What are your plans for the evening?
#Person1#: I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight.
#Person2#: well, if you can wait until tomorrow night, I'll go with you then.
#Person1#: sorry, I've got people coming over tomorrow night.
#Person2#: sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us.
#Person1#: sounds that way. Maybe some other time then?
#Person2#: sure. Hey, I'm sorry, but I've got to get going.
#Person1#: yeah, me, too. It's about time I made a move.
#Person2#: say hello to your friends for me.
#Person1#: likewise. See you later.
#Person2#: Bye! | Chary'll celebrate his father's 50th birthday tonight and #Person1#'ll watch a movie with others tomorrow night. Since they can't find a suitable time for both of them, they decide to meet some other time. |
train_5671 | #Person1#: When I quarrel with my husband. He didn't even try to cool me out.
#Person2#: It takes two to make a quarrel and it takes two to mend fences.
#Person1#: I was so angry that I could not keep cool. What I need is just an apology. | #Person1# complains about the quarrel between her and her husband. |
train_5672 | #Person1#: Hey, Ann, I am really sorry about last night. I shouldn't have said those things to you.
#Person2#: I am sorry too. I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while. I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend.
#Person1#: don't be silly. You guys should spend as much time together as you can. Besides we can go to the beach anytime.
#Person2#: thanks for understanding.
#Person1#: well that's what being friends is about, isn't it?
#Person2#: hey, what if the three of us go to the beach together? Besides, you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while. I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers.
#Person1#: Nah, I wouldn't worry about that. But I don't want to be the third wheel. You two should have some quiet time to yourselves.
#Person2#: I know Bob won't mind. You can bring a date, like that guy from the bar you keep talking about.
#Person1#: maybe. . . I'll think about it. | #Person1# and Ann apologize to each other. Ann then persuades #Person1# into going to the beach together with Bob. |
train_5673 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
#Person2#: Uh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you go to work by train every day?
#Person2#: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
#Person1#: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
#Person2#: It's really very good.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#Person2#: Well, trains are frequent and come on time.
#Person1#: Which train do you catch in the evening?
#Person2#: I usually take the 5 thirty home.
#Person1#: And can you get a seat?
#Person2#: No, I usually have to stand.
#Person1#: Would you agree that the service is fast?
#Person2#: Yes, it's reasonably fast but it certainly isn't cheap. Fares have gone up25 %. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# about #Person2#'s commuting ways and #Person2#'s opinion about the rail service. |
train_5674 | #Person1#: Lucy, what are your priorities when buying a car?
#Person2#: I guess the first thing is the price, the second is the size, and of course the color will play a role too. But I have to be honest. It is our today's responsibility to take care about our environment. Therefore, I will also pay attention to the fuel consumption of the car. You know, the rise in gasoline prices is huge. So I would rather to consider a smaller car with smaller engine. For which I can also save some tax. Last of the list, I also consider the safety.
#Person1#: What about the environmental factors?
#Person2#: Well, I do prefer the lower emission cars as long as it doesn't cost much. Some environmentally-friendly cars are really expensive.
#Person1#: Sure they are. Some hi-tech devices are built in to make sure they pollute less. Some of these green cars have not become standard. So the production costs are still high. But anyway, we should make efforts to start with. | Lucy tells #Person1# about her priorities when buying a car, including price, size, color, fuel consumption, and environmental factors. |
train_5675 | #Person1#: I am considering going for the new job that was posted yesterday.
#Person2#: Are you certain that that is what you want to do?
#Person1#: It may not be the best choice for me, but I am considering it.
#Person2#: Why do you think that this would be a good move?
#Person1#: I believe that this job would allow me to move up but might be a little boring for me.
#Person2#: Yes, there are always pros and cons to making a career change.
#Person1#: Also, the matter of pay is also a consideration.
#Person2#: I think the slight pay decrease might be worth it. The benefits are much better.
#Person1#: Yes, sometimes giving up a little to move forward is the best choice.
#Person2#: I think you should definitely apply for the position. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the job might be a good move for #Person1# but might be boring. Though the pay decreases, #Person2# thinks the benefits are better. |
train_5676 | #Person1#: What do you think of this suit? Do I look good or what?
#Person2#: You look great! However, I think you are a little over dressed for dinner.
#Person1#: Didn't they say we're going to the Ritz?
#Person2#: Yes, but not the Ritz Carlton, the ' Ritz ' is a pizza place with peanut shells on the floor.
#Person1#: In that case, let me make a quick change into my street clothes.
#Person2#: I'll wait right here for you Superman.
#Person1#: Ta da! Let's go to the Ritz!
#Person2#: Can we go to the Carlton next time and can you wear that fabulous suit? | #Person2# thinks #Person1#'s overdressed for dinner because they're going to a pizza place, then #Person1# changes into street clothes. |
train_5677 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss.
#Person2#: Morning. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Yes. I'd like to know how to use the library. You know, I'm a new student here.
#Person2#: All you need is your student identification card to check out books. | #Person2# teaches #Person1# to use the library. |
train_5678 | #Person1#: There must be something weighing on your mind. What is it?
#Person2#: Dad, I lost mum's necklace. I'm afraid she will scold me.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'll buy a new necklace as same as the old one.
#Person2#: It is so kind of you, Dad. | #Person2# tells #Person2#'s dad #Person2# lost mum's necklace. #Person2#'s dad will buy the same one. |
train_5679 | #Person1#: Hey, let's go out and grab a couple of beers tonight!
#Person2#: Sorry, I can't. I have to work late at the laboratory.
#Person1#: Nigel, you sure lead a dog's life, what's up with that?
#Person2#: My boss wants me to finish this project tonight. | #Person1# invites Nigel to have a drink tonight but Nigel has to work late. |
train_5680 | #Person1#: I'm really sorry, Bob. I accidentally damaged your bike.
#Person2#: Uh-oh. It'll probably cost a lot to fix it.
#Person1#: I'll make it up to you. Let me know how much it costs and I'll give you the money. | #Person1# apologizes to Bob for damaging his bike and will pay for it. |
train_5681 | #Person1#: I've brought a little dog for Alice, girls usually like looking after pets.
#Person2#: Thank you, but Alice is only a visitor here. I don't know if she'll keep it.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, the dog isn't my real reason for coming. I want to ask Alice if she'd like to be my girlfriend.
#Person2#: Really? | #Person1#'s brought Alice a dog and will ask her if she wants to be #Person1#'s girlfriend. #Person2#'s surprised. |
train_5682 | #Person1#: You're not going to believe what happened today. You'Ve got to promise to keep it to yourself.
#Person2#: Sure, what gives?
#Person1#: Today Mr. Leo threw Sally out of class!
#Person2#: On the level?
#Person1#: I'll say. I knew Sally would finally show her true colors. When she got her final test results back from Mr. Leo, she started yelling at him. You should have heard her. I'Ve never seen anyone get so upset before. To make a long story short, it seems that Mr. Leo failed her because he caught her cheating.
#Person2#: That's no laughing matter. That means she'll have to take the whole course again. I can't believe she's going to have to start from the beginning.
#Person1#: It serves her right! | #Person1# tells #Person2# Sally yelled at Mr. Leo because he failed her for cheating. #Person2# can't believe Sally has to start all over but #Person1# thinks she deserves it. |
train_5683 | #Person1#: Foreign Currency Deposits Counter, yes. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: You see, I have these Euros, and of course they are of no use to me at the moment. So I'd like to save them in my account, but I'm not sure how to go about it.
#Person1#: OK. We offer 2 types of saving systems, Time Savings and Demand Savings. With Time Savings your money cannot be withdrawn for a certain period of time, but with Demand Savings your money is'on demand', you can withdraw at any time.
#Person2#: I see. What's the interest like on those?
#Person1#: There's quite a large difference. I mean, if you were to use demand deposit we could give you 0. 13 % interest, but for a time deposit, of say, 1 year we would offer 0. 82 %.
#Person2#: Yes, I couldn't agree with you more. A 1 year time deposit it is! | #Person2# wants to save some Euros in #Person2#'s account. #Person1# introduces two types of saving systems. #Person2# chooses a time deposit due to its high interest. |
train_5684 | #Person1#: What experience do you have with office machinery?
#Person2#: I know how to use the telex machine, the photocopier, and the word processor. By the way, I took a computer course in university.
#Person1#: Where do you want to be in five years?
#Person2#: I want to be a manager.
#Person1#: Very good. Any questions?
#Person2#: Nothing. I think I'll take the job. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in office machinery and #Person2#'s ideal job in five years. |
train_5685 | #Person1#: I'm so hungry! I haven't late eaten all day!
#Person2#: Take your mind off it. Look, Crys. This magazine is on China's top ten beauties!
#Person1#: They're all so thin! Her cheekbones are great.
#Person2#: She doesn't have an ounce of fat on her face.
#Person1#: The mag says she's 165 centimeters tall and 38 kilos. If only we could be that thin then. . .
#Person2#: Not even drinking milk for one month would get us like that.
#Person1#: Oh, bathroom blues.
#Person2#: Look at this girl's gray dress.
#Person1#: I went to try it on yesterday, but it only came in extra small.
#Person2#: Last time I wore extra small was when I was in fifth grade.
#Person1#: ( Weigh herself ) Hey, I lost a kilo in a week with my all-fruit diet. If I keep going, I can wear that dress next month.
#Person2#: So why are you dieting this time anyway? Another guy?
#Person1#: Dieting. It's the price we pay to make men notice us.
#Person2#: The girls in this magazine are so slender.
#Person1#: They're also way younger than us.
#Person2#: True. You know, I First started dieting when I was ten.
#Person1#: You never worked out?
#Person2#: Oh, no. Too much work. I hate to sweat. It's so gross. | #Person1# and #Person2# are appreciating pictures of thin models in a beauty magazine and they talk about dressing and figure. #Person1#'s on dieting to make men notice her, then #Person2# tells #Person1# about her dieting experience. |
train_5686 | #Person1#: Miss Sun, could you please type this report for me?
#Person2#: Certainly, Mr. Baker.
#Person1#: Could you please double space it so I can make corrections?
#Person2#: Yes, I will. Do you need it finished right away?
#Person1#: No. This afternoon will be fine. | Mr. Baker requests Miss Sun to type the report double-spaced. |
train_5687 | #Person1#: Lili, let's take a vacation!
#Person2#: George, how can we? Vacations cost money. And this month we don't have much money left after paying the rent.
#Person1#: Well, Lili, we can visit different places in the state in our van. We are not going to take a plane or stay at a hotel this time. Trust me, it won't cost much.
#Person2#: Where will we sleep, then?
#Person1#: In the van.
#Person2#: What about other expenses?
#Person1#: Let's see. Gas, food, recreation, we won't spend much. Come on. Don't hesitate. We need to get out of the house once in a while. We have been working hard, haven't we?
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. When do you plan to go?
#Person1#: The sooner the better! I can't wait!
#Person2#: Oh, I don't know where we're going yet.
#Person1#: As long as we're going, you can decide where to go. I trust your judgments. I know you miss Chinese food, so we can eat at a Chinese restaurant this time.
#Person2#: Let's go to Chicago. We can have lunch in Chinatown. Then we can go to a ball game at Wrigley Field! | George wants to take a vacation but Lili thinks vacations cost money. George suggests they travel in a van to save money and Lili is persuaded. Lili wants to go to Chicago. |
train_5688 | #Person1#: Hi Benjamin. My name is Dr. Green. What seems to be the matter?
#Person2#: I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now.
#Person1#: What are your symptoms?
#Person2#: I feel chilly, I've got cramps, I keep throwing up, and I feel dizzy and tired.
#Person1#: It sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated. Do you feel thirsty most of the day?
#Person2#: Yes. I can't seem to drink enough.
#Person1#: Have you been drinking plenty of water?
#Person2#: No, just soda.
#Person1#: Ok. Well, we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated. First, let me feel your pulse.
#Person2#: That seems to be a bit low, but that's not uncommon when you're ill.
#Person1#: Is anyone else sick in your home?
#Person2#: No, but my girlfriend has mono.
#Person1#: I see. I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then. The nurse will come in then to take your blood, we'll run some tests, and then you can go home. You should hear from us by this afternoon.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Benjamin tells Dr. Green he's been feeling pretty ill and describes his symptoms. Dr. Green thinks he might be dehydrated. Benjamin also tells Dr. Green his girlfriend has mono. Dr. Green'll let the nurse run some tests. |
train_5689 | #Person1#: I have a feeling you will get this job.
#Person2#: Thanks. But I'm not so sure. Interviews stress me out.
#Person1#: Just remember to be professional and polite. Oh, and don't forget to smile.
#Person2#: I'll do my best, but sometimes I have trouble being myself in stressful situations.
#Person1#: Have you updated your resume recently?
#Person2#: Yes. . . ah! I forgot to include my e-mail address.
#Person1#: You'd better double-and-triple check it. You don't want to have any embarrassing typos on your resume. Otherwise, you might shoot yourself in the foot.
#Person2#: I'll be sure and do that. I also need to pick out the right suit, shirt, and tie for this interview.
#Person1#: Definitely. Oh, do you have a reference letter?
#Person2#: Sort of. I prepared a list of all the people who can vouch for my experience and good work ethic.
#Person1#: I'm included on your list of references, right? My praise of you could really make a difference.
#Person2#: Sorry, you're not on it. I don't think using my brother as a reference would be very convincing! | #Person2#'s stressed about the interview. #Person1# encourages #Person2# and reminds #Person2# to double-check the resume. #Person2# doesn't include #Person1# on the list of references because it's unconvincing to use one's brother as a reference. |
train_5690 | #Person1#: Excuse me, would you like a drink before your meal?
#Person2#: Pardon me?
#Person1#: Would you like a drink?
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I'll have a beer please
#Person1#: Ok, here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you. How much is it?
#Person1#: Well, all the drinks including beer are free of charge.
#Person2#: Are you sure? Then I'd love more beer please
#Person1#: Don't worry. It would be back again a little later.
#Person2#: Are you finished?
#Person1#: Yes, may I have some more beer?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. I'll be back in a minute. | #Person1# offers a free beer to #Person2#. #Person2# finishes the beer and wants some more. |
train_5691 | #Person1#: Hi, I come to pick up my laundry. This is the invoice.
#Person2#: Here you are. We've ironed them for you already. Please check and see if there is any damage.
#Person1#: I'm afraid that a button is missing.
#Person2#: I'm terribly sorry. You know we are so busy today and we forget to sew the button back on. Please wait a moment. It will be ready soon.
#Person1#: OK, please.
#Person2#: Would you like to have a look? Is it to your satisfaction?
#Person1#: Well, oh my God, there is another problem, I'm afraid. There is still a stain on the shirt.
#Person2#: It doesn't seem like that. Sorry, sir, we've tried everything, but we're not able to get it off the shirt. It was from the sugar I think.
#Person1#: It's been several days now, I am not sure.
#Person2#: Yes, the sugar was burnt during the dry-cleaning process. And there you go.
#Person1#: Oh, that's so bad. I know little about that. Is there a remedy for it?
#Person2#: I am awfully sorry. Please tell us about the stains before the dry-cleaning next time.
#Person1#: OK, I will.
#Person2#: This is a membership card. You can get a 20 percent discount next time.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: Hope to see you again. We will provide the best service. | #Person1# comes to pick up #Person1#'s laundry. #Person1# checks the laundry and finds a button missing and a stain on the shirt. #Person2# sews the button back but cannot get off the stain. #Person2# apologizes and gives #Person1# a membership card. |
train_5692 | #Person1#: Mr. Green, is it fair to say that negotiation is an art?
#Person2#: Well, I think it's both an art and science. You can prepare for a negotiation quite scientifically, but the execution of the negotiation has quite a lot to do with one's artistic quality. The scientific part of a negotiation is in determining your strategy. What do you want out of it? What can you give? Then of course there are tactics. How do you go about it? Do you take an opening position in a negotiation which differs from the eventual goal you are heading for? And then of course there are the behavioral aspects.
#Person1#: What do you mean by the behavioral aspects?
#Person2#: Well, that's I think where the art comes in. In your behavior, you can either be an actor. You can pretend that you don't like things which you are actually quite pleased about. Or you can pretend to like things which you are quite happy to do without. Or you can be the honest type negotiator who's known to his partners in negotiation and always plays everything straight. But the artistic part of negotiation I think has to do with responding immediately to cues one gets in the process of negotiation. These can be verbal cues or even body language. This is where the artistic quality comes in.
#Person1#: So really, you see two types of negotiator then, the actor or the honest one.
#Person2#: That's right. And both can work. I would say the honest negotiator can be quite effective in some circumstances. In other circumstances you need an actor. | Mr. Green tells #Person1# negotiation is both an art and science and explains what the behavior aspects are. A negotiator can be an actor who pretends all the time or can be an honest person, both of which are effective under some circumstances. |
train_5693 | #Person1#: It's nearly eight. If you want to catch the nine o'clock train, you'd better go now.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll drive to the station.
#Person1#: In that case, let me go with you. And you drop me off at the city center. I'll go to the open market. | #Person2# will drive to the station. #Person1#'ll go with #Person2# so that #Person2# can drop #Person1# off at the city center. |
train_5694 | #Person1#: Shopping for furniture can be such a pain! It's so crowed here!
#Person2#: Let's write down the prices first. A sofa is 4,000; bookshelves are 2, 500 each; a bed is 1, 200; a dining table and chairs are 6,000 a set. I think we can get the sofa in Ikea, the bed, and the dining table and chairs from Design 2000.
#Person1#: That's good. Wait a minute. One more thing, we need a lamp for our study, remember? I think we can get a nice one from Pricerite for about $ 150. Let me see, we don't need a bedside table anymore. | #Person1# and #Person2# are shopping for furniture and #Person2#'s writing down the prices. |
train_5695 | #Person1#: What's going on around here? Why is everyone changing offices?
#Person2#: Haven't you heard? Where have you been anyway?
#Person1#: I just got back from visiting the plant in Chicago.
#Person2#: Well, there are a lot of changes being made here this week.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. But what are they?
#Person2#: For one thing, Martha and Jim are leaving.
#Person1#: Where are they going?Did they get a higher position?
#Person2#: Martha's going to the office in Atlanta. She is going to be in charge of the whole southern market.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good position to me. What about Jim?
#Person2#: He is going to manage the plant in California.
#Person1#: And you? What about you? Are you going to rise to a higher position?
#Person2#: Not yet, but I'm hoping I will.
#Person1#: Don't you want to get a raise? I'd like the job in California.
#Person2#: No, I want to stay here at the company office. This is the place to get noticed by top management. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the latest personnel changes. #Person1# would like to work in California but #Person2# wants to stay here at the company office. |
train_5696 | #Person1#: I'm sorry you didn't win, Don.
#Person2#: So am I. What a disappointment!
#Person1#: Come on, cheer up!
#Person2#: No, I feel terrible. And so do our classmates.
#Person1#: But you tried your best, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I did.
#Person1#: You won't give up trying, will you?
#Person2#: No, I won't. I'll do better next time.
#Person1#: I'll help you. We can practice together.
#Person2#: That would be great.
#Person1#: Then don't look so sad.
#Person2#: I'll try to cheer up.
#Person1#: You'll get over it.
#Person2#: I know, thank you.
#Person1#: Come on, I'll buy you a coffee.
#Person2#: Oh, let's go. | #Person1# cheers up Don who lost the game and suggests practising together. Don agrees. |
train_5697 | #Person1#: Now if you have any questions about the contract. I'll be happy to answer them.
#Person2#: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I'd like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it. | #Person1#'s willing to answer any questions about the contract. #Person2#'ll go over the contract before signing. |
train_5698 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like to open a new account.
#Person1#: Yes, I'd be happy to help you. What kind of accounts would you like to open?
#Person2#: Well, I am not sure. What kind of accounts can I open here?
#Person1#: Usually we offer current account and fixed account for individuals.
#Person2#: Could you tell me the differences between them?
#Person1#: Of course I will. If you open a fixed account, the interest rate is higher.
#Person2#: Then how about the current account?
#Person1#: You may withdraw the money at any time and you just need to present your bank card and a withdraw slip.
#Person2#: I would rather open a current account.
#Person1#: OK, please fill in this application form.
#Person2#: Here is the filled out application form. Is everything all fight?
#Person1#: Yes, quite all right. But you have to deposit some money at the same time you open the account.
#Person2#: Fine. Here are one hundred pounds.
#Person1#: Please show your passport.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Good. Please sign here. OK, everything is done. Here is your receipt and passport. I'll mail you the bank card in a week.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. | #Person1# tells #Person2# a fixed account has a higher interest rate and a current account allows #Person2# to withdraw money at any time. #Person2# opens a current account and deposits 100 pounds in it. |
train_5699 | #Person1#: What do you want to do tonight?
#Person2#: How about going to the cinema? I haven't seen a movie for a long time and I really miss it.
#Person1#: What do you want to see?
#Person2#: There's a good film at the Green House Cinema,The Speed and Passion 8. I've watched all the former movies in that series and I really like them. The movie starts at 6:15 pm.
#Person1#: I don't think I can make it. I won't be able to leave the office until 6:00 pm.
#Person2#: Then let's watch the one that starts at 8:20 pm. We can eat first and then go to the cinema.
#Person1#: That sounds better. | #Person2# suggests going to the cinema. Since #Person1# can't leave the office until 6:00 pm, they will watch the one starting at 8:20 pm. |
train_5700 | #Person1#: That was a great dinner. I didn't know that you knew how yo cook.
#Person2#: I'm glad you liked it. Are you ready for dessert?
#Person1#: I don't know. I'm pretty full. What are we having?
#Person2#: I made strawberry shortcake.
#Person1#: Ooh, that's my favorite. Maybe I'll have a small slice.
#Person2#: Great. Would you like coffee or tea with that?
#Person1#: I'll have a cup of tea.
#Person2#: Do you take cream or sugar with your tea?
#Person1#: Acutally, could I have some milk with that?
#Person2#: Definitely. Would you like skim or whole milk?
#Person1#: Skim, please. That'd be very nice. Thanks. . . oh no. Janna, I'm so sorry, but I've got to go.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident. I need to go pick her up.
#Person2#: I'll go with you. Where is she?
#Person1#: She's on the M40, near Reading.
#Person2#: Is she alright?
#Person1#: I don't know, she didn't say. I'm so sorry about this.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Family comes first. Come on, let's go.
#Person1#: Actually, I've only got a two-seater. I'll have to go on my own.
#Person2#: Ok. Just call me if you need anything then.
#Person1#: I will. Thanks a lot. | #Person1# appreciates Janna's cooking and Janna's about to offer #Person1# strawberry shortcake and tea. However, #Person1#'s sister has a car accident so #Person1# has to go. Janna wants to go with #Person1# but there is no space left in the car. |
train_5701 | #Person1#: I want to buy a parking permit, please.
#Person2#: Are you a full-time student or do you attend part-time in the evenings?
#Person1#: I attend both day and evening classes.
#Person2#: Will you be riding a motorcycle or do you drive a car?
#Person1#: I ride a motorcycle.
#Person2#: That permit will run twenty-five dollars; will that be cash or credit card?
#Person1#: I'll use a credit card, thank you.
#Person2#: Do you need a second permit for a car?
#Person1#: No, just the motorcycle permit.
#Person2#: Fine, here it is and have a great semester! | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a parking permit for #Person1#'s motorcycle. |
train_5702 | #Person1#: Steven! Good to see you brother! How are you? How was your trip?
#Person2#: It was fine. I've been better but, it's great to be home, I've missed you all! How's mom?
#Person1#: She's great! All she ever does is talk about you -her little boy that went to the United States. You're her pride and joy, you know that?
#Person2#: Can't wait to see her. And you? What's new with you?
#Person1#: Well, Nisha and I are expecting! You'll have another nephew or niece soon!
#Person2#: That's great! Wow! Congrats! You two are great together, ya know. You have such a beautiful family. I hope one day I can have that.
#Person1#: Of course, man! Come on! I mean, everything was set here for you to marry Shalini! You know, she's still pining after you. I don't think she'll ever get over you.
#Person2#: What are you talking about? I hardly knew her! How could she be in love with me? I couldn't go through with it even though she is a great woman. No, I left my heart in the United States. I just hope Veronica is happy.
#Person1#: Get over it! You're home now. Everyone here thinks so highly of you; there'll be girls throwing themselves at you. You can marry anyone you want!
#Person2#: I don't want to marry anyone! I want to marry her! Don't you understand?
#Person1#: You are incorrigible.
#Person3#: Steven! My baby how are you! I've missed you so much!
#Person2#: Hey, mom! Great to see you!
#Person3#: You look so thin! Didn't those Americans feed you? Come come, let's have some chai. By the way. . . There is a girl here waiting for you.
#Person4#: Hi Steven.
#Person2#: Veronica! How did you get here? How did you know where I live? I waited for you at the airport but you never showed. . .
#Person4#: I also have some little secrets that I haven't told you about, but we can discuss that later. I realized that I was just scared. Scared of how much I love you and of the commitment that marriage requires. I'm here now. Now there is something I wanna ask you. Steven, will you marry me?
#Person5#: I now declare you, husband and wife. You may kiss the bride | Steven just came back from America. #Person1# tells Steven Nisha and #Person1# are expecting their new-born baby and asks Steven to get married soon. #Person1# says Shalini is still waiting for Steven but Steven can't get over Veronica who's in America. When Steven gets home, he finds Veronica waiting for him. Veronica expresses her love for Steven and requests him to marry her. At last, they get married at the church. |
train_5703 | #Person1#: Have you heard that our boss wants Nancy to accept a 6-week job in Acapulco?
#Person2#: She'll really like that, especially since all of her cost will be paid and she can practice her Spanish, too.
#Person1#: Yes, but most of all, she'll get to spend her free time bathing in the sun on those lovely beaches.
#Person2#: When will she be leaving?
#Person1#: Since she doesn't need a passport, it'll probably be in about a week.
#Person2#: That doesn't give her much time to get organized. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Nancy will be offered a 6-week job in Acapulco. |
train_5704 | #Person1#: Now I've collected all your personal information.
#Person2#: Then when will you exchange the CD for another one?
#Person1#: After I give the information to the shop manager we will solve your problem. Please don't worry.
#Person2#: But when? Could you tell me the deadline? I don't want to be bothered by it all the time.
#Person1#: Um, I promised the day after tomorrow.
#Person2#: Then I will be here in your shop on that day to get a new CD.
#Person1#: OK, if you have any other questions, please let me know. Or you can call my number anytime. | #Person2# wants a CD exchange very much and urges #Person1# to give a deadline for the next exchange. #Person1# promises the day after tomorrow. |
train_5705 | #Person1#: Betty, what's the matter?
#Person2#: Well, at the end of the day at work, my neck really hurts.
#Person1#: I see, do you do a lot of computer work?
#Person2#: Well, yes. I spent all day at the computer, but I take regular breaks.
#Person1#: OK. That's good, but do you relax your arms?
#Person2#: Sorry?
#Person1#: Well, every half hour you should relax your arms to reduce the pressure on your neck.
#Person2#: I see, I can do that I guess. | Betty's neck hurts after a whole day's work and #Person1# suggests relaxing her arms to reduce the pressure on her neck. |
train_5706 | #Person1#: Sir, the plane will be landing in Moscow in 20 minutes. Please remain seated.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I just wanted to get something to drink. I'm so thirsty. Can you bring me a glass of water?
#Person1#: Sure, I'll be back with it in just a minute. Please wait for a moment.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. By the way, what's the weather like in Moscow now?
#Person1#: It's very cold. You should probably put on your coat before you get off the plane.
#Person2#: Thanks for reminding me.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person1# will get #Person2# some water and tells #Person2# it's cold in Moscow now. |
train_5707 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm mailing this package to Japan.
#Person2#: Alright. Fill out this form about the contents and value. Do you want to insure it?
#Person1#: I don't think so. It's only some books.
#Person2#: Are you sending it surface mail or airmail?
#Person1#: Airmail, please.
#Person2#: OK. That's $25.
#Person1#: Here's $30.
#Person2#: Alright. Here's your change.
#Person1#: Thanks. Oh, I almost forgot. Could you tell me how long it'll take to reach Japan?
#Person2#: Let's see. Japan, it should be there in 2 weeks.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: Sure. | #Person2# helps #Person1# airmail a package to Japan and tells #Person1# it should arrive in two weeks. |
train_5708 | #Person1#: I can't believe you wear jeans to the office! Are you trying to lose your job?
#Person2#: Of course not. I'm just observing casual day. On Fridays, the company doesn't require us to wear formal business attire.
#Person1#: Wow! Nobody told me about that. Won't the relaxed dress code damage the company image?
#Person2#: We don't think so. Casual days are becoming more common, and we believe employees can maintain a professional image without wearing uncomfortable clothes.
#Person1#: I guess it lets people express their individual tastes. But won't some people abuse it?
#Person2#: Not really. Besides, there is a separate dress code for casual day. People can't just wear whatever they want.
#Person1#: It seems that a relaxed atmosphere could hinder productivity.
#Person2#: Believe it or not, it has the opposite effect. Employees are actually more productive on casual days. | #Person1# is surprised that #Person2# wears jeans to the office. #Person2# says Friday is the casual day of their company. #Person2# thinks casual days increase productivity, despite #Person1#'s opposite opinions. |
train_5709 | #Person1#: it's a lovely day out today, isn't it?
#Person2#: it's beautiful. Enjoy it while it lasts. It's supposed to get cold tomorrow.
#Person1#: what's the weather forecast for tomorrow?
#Person2#: it's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain.
#Person1#: that doesn't sound pretty.
#Person2#: do you have any plans for tomorrow?
#Person1#: well, I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends.
#Person2#: you might want to change your plans. With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow, the roads are going to be rather slippery.
#Person1#: I suppose I should. I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions. Do you have any plans for tomorrow?
#Person2#: I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon.
#Person1#: if you're lucky, it'll get canceled and you can have a snow day!
#Person2#: if that happens, then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies.
#Person1#: that sounds like fun.
#Person2#: hey, look outside! It's started to drizzle!
#Person1#: English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought. | Today's a lovely day but #Person2# tells #Person1# it will be snowy and rainy tomorrow. #Person1# changes the plan to Birmingham after hearing that, and #Person2# will invite #Person1# over if #Person2#'s class is canceled because of snow. |
train_5710 | #Person1#: Yeah, look at all those new buildings going up! Mr. Zhang, the traffic is pretty smooth. But we were told the roads from the airport to downtown were quite crowded and traffic jams could be as long as half an hour.
#Person2#: Yes, they were. But it has already past. The traffic from the airport to downtown has been relieved after the completion of Yan'an Aerial Road.
#Person1#: We've never expected that Shanghai is such a big metropolis, same as New York city. Mr. Zhang, would it be a good idea to rent a car here? I've got an international driver's license with a pretty good record in the States.
#Person2#: That's wonderful. OK. I'll remember that. But I have to warn you that you must drive very carefully in the downtown area, for there're no separate lanes for motor vehicles and bicycles in some places, and still quite a few people don't take road regulations seriously. | #Person1# is surprised at Shanghai's new building and the smooth traffic. #Person1# wants to rent a car here. Mr. Zhang warns #Person1# must drive carefully in the downtown area. |
train_5711 | #Person1#: Our toner cartridges are already out of ink... Could you make an order for a new set?
#Person2#: We will need new cartridges for all of the office printers? That will be a large order, probably about two or three cases. The office supply store we usually go through might not have that many in stock.
#Person1#: You can double check with the housekeeping department, but I am pretty sure all of the machines will need new cartridges. Last time when we made our order to the supplier, the quantity was also especially high. They are used to receiving such bulk orders from us. As long as we give them a heads up a couple days in advance, they can usually fill the order.
#Person2#: OK, I will make a few calls and run our order by housekeeping first to make sure. Is there anything else we need to order while I am at it?
#Person1#: I think the only thing is toner. Try to see if they can deliver it before the end of business day tomorrow. We should really try to do better about waiting until the last minute to fill orders that are usually made on a monthly basis. Anyhow, see what you can do to expedite the order this time.
#Person2#: OK, will do. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to make an order of cartridges. #Person2# says the office supply store may not have enough cartridges in stock. #Person1# thinks the store will make it as long as they tell the store in advance, but #Person1# asks #Person2# to try to expedite the order. |
train_5712 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, what flights do you have from London to Paris?
#Person2#: We have two direct flights. Would you like a morning one or an afternoon one?
#Person1#: The morning one, please. I want to go coach.
#Person2#: Single or return?
#Person1#: Single please. | #Person2# helps #Person1# order a single direct flight to Paris. |
train_5713 | #Person1#: I was trying to find the class on preparing for interviews.
#Person2#: You have found your way to the interview class. Please come in!
#Person1#: I am so happy I found this class because I was really nervous about my upcoming interview.
#Person2#: When we go into an interview, what do you think our first consideration should be?
#Person1#: Our dress and grooming are probably the first thing an interviewer judges us by.
#Person2#: Friendliness and a good attitude are also very important.
#Person1#: Yes, and they help establish a friendly tone for the rest of the interview.
#Person2#: The interviewers always are interested in what you ask them about their company.
#Person1#: What else should I be thinking about?
#Person2#: Be yourself and be honest. Simply answer the questions put to you. | #Person1# was nervous about an upcoming interview so #Person1# takes #Person2#'s interview class. #Person2# tells #Person1# the important things #Person1# should focus on during an interview. |
train_5714 | #Person1#: How are you doing? Pretty good, I imagine?
#Person2#: Actually not so good. That's why we made a special trip to see you.
#Person1#: OK, let me hear it. I'd be glad to help if I can.
#Person2#: Good. I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation.
#Person1#: Well, I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms.
#Person2#: I would like to explain to you our financial position. The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money. It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced, and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts.
#Person1#: But for an enterprise of your size, an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially.
#Person2#: Well, in fact, it is beyond our financial capability.
#Person1#: In what way can we solve the problem?
#Person2#: Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit?
#Person1#: Yes. But the sum is large, it must be provided by a group of banks.
#Person2#: So, we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan. Six months before each shipment, you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open, in our favour, an irrevocable, dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months.
#Person1#: Well, we accept your suggestion. | #Person2# and #Person1# are discussing the payment for the construction of the power plant. The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts consumes money and time, which is beyond #Person2#'s company's financial capability. #Person2# proposes #Person1#'s company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan. #Person1# accepts. |
train_5715 | #Person1#: Hello, I am calling about my cable service.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: For the past week my cable hasn't been working.
#Person2#: I apologize, but the cable has been down lately.
#Person1#: Do you know when it is going to start working again?
#Person2#: Give it a couple days, and it should be back on.
#Person1#: Will I still have to pay for the cable while it's not working?
#Person2#: Since it's not working, I'm going to give you a credit.
#Person1#: So I don't have to pay anything?
#Person2#: You won't pay anything until your cable starts working again.
#Person1#: Okay, thank you very much for your help.
#Person2#: No problem. Thank you for being so understanding. | #Person1# calls #Person2# for #Person1#'s cable problem. #Person2# explains the cable's been down and should be back in days. #Person1# won't be charged until the problem is solved. |
train_5716 | #Person1#: Greetings should never be ignored in the interview.
#Person2#: Sure. It is helpful to shorten the distance between you and the interviewer and create a lively atmosphere.
#Person1#: Appropriate greetings will win the interviewer's favorable impression
#Person2#: But you should pay special attention to your words and attitudes.
#Person1#: In the beginning of the interview, greet the interviewer with a kind smile.
#Person2#: In the interview, use polite words, such as 'Thank you', or 'Please'.
#Person1#: That's right. Details can mean succeed or fail.
#Person2#: When talking you should focus your eyes on the interviewer in order to closely watch his or her expressions.
#Person1#: At the end of the interview, you should make your acknowledgments and say Goodbye.
#Person2#: Whatever the result is, you should keep your good demeanor.
#Person1#: Only in this way can you leave a good impression on the interviewer.
#Person2#: In short, you should present the best of yourself throughout the interview. | #Person1# and #Person2# think it's important to greet appropriately, use polite words, and keep eye contact with interviewers in an interview and make acknowledgments at the end of the interview. |
train_5717 | #Person1#: Have you ever thought about Tom's attitude?
#Person2#: I've cut it up and come to the conclusion that he is actually sick of Jenny's brother. But he likes Jenny. She is a big apple in his eye.
#Person1#: Love me, love my dog. He's a sensible kind man.
#Person2#: That's why many people look up to him. | #Person2# and #Person1# think highly of Tom because he loves Jenny though hating her brother. |
train_5718 | #Person1#: What do you think of AC milan and the team of Argentine?
#Person2#: They aren't evenly matched.
#Person1#: Yes, I think AC Milan's foot work is much better on the whole.
#Person2#: Yet the Argentine attacker is worth a bet. | #Person1# and #Person2# think AC milan and the team of Argentine aren't evenly matched. |
train_5719 | #Person1#: You're being childish. Your nose will heal. And so will your pride, if you let it. Let's get prepared for the competition. Just cheer up.
#Person2#: I'll have us ready for the Olympic games by the end of next month. After that, I don't know.
#Person1#: Don't know what?
#Person2#: Let's just say there could be some big changes around here.
#Person1#: Is that right? Like what kind of changes?
#Person2#: You'll see. Oh, yeah, you'll see.
#Person1#: Come on, grow up. Have you seen Vince around? I think you should go to him.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: He may console you and make you better. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to grow up, prepare for the Olympic games, and go to Vince for consolation. |
train_5720 | #Person1#: So do you believe in palmistry?
#Person2#: Palmistry? What is that?
#Person1#: It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm to tell the future.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean palm reading. I've seen that before, but I don't believe in it.
#Person1#: Are you sure? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm. Do you want me to take a look at your hand?
#Person2#: Really? You've read books about it? Ok, then. But only if you want to.
#Person1#: Ok, let's see, well, you've got a long life line, which is good, and the love line is strong. . .
#Person2#: What else do you see? Will I be successful? Will I make a lot of money?
#Person1#: Hmm, hard to say, wait, yes, it looks like you will do well in business, and your ambition will help you a lot, but. . .
#Person2#: What? What is it? What's the matter?
#Person1#: You seem to have a large gullibility line. You believe everything that you're told. | #Person1# tells #Person2# palmistry is to tell one's future by looking at one's palm and asks to take a look at #Person2#'s palm. #Person2# accepts, and #Person1# finds #Person2# has a large gullibility line. |
train_5721 | #Person1#: Hello, Dora, I haven't seen you for a long time. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I didn't go anywhere. I stayed at home.
#Person1#: What's up? You look unhappy.
#Person2#: Nothing. I just feel very lonely in this city. I miss my family.
#Person1#: Oh, I know. Sometimes I have the same feeling with you. But you'd better not be so emotional.
#Person2#: Can you stay and accompany me for a while?
#Person1#: Sure, no problem. You can call me any time you are alone from now on.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. You are so sweet.
#Person1#: Not at all. We are friends. | Dora's stayed home for a long time. She feels alone and misses her family. #Person1# accompanies her for a while. |
train_5722 | #Person1#: Are the ceremony and reception held in the same place?
#Person2#: No, not usually. Most people are married in a church, and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception. Sometimes, however, they hold the reception in a big room in the church.
#Person1#: Where do they go?
#Person2#: Either they go to a public place such as a hotel, a restaurant, or a club, or to the home of the bride.
#Person1#: They go to the home of the bride?
#Person2#: Why do you ask?
#Person1#: The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite.
#Person2#: Oh! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement, costs, etc. So the reception is held at her home.
#Person1#: That's very expensive for the family of the bride.
#Person2#: Many American furthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding.
#Person1#: Tell me something about the bridal bouquet. Isn't it the custom to throw it?
#Person2#: Yes. When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place. The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it. The one who does will be the next one married.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll be the one. | #Person2# tells #Person1# in American the wedding ceremony and reception are usually held in different places and receptions are sometimes held in the bride's home. The bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement, which is expensive. They also believe the one catches the bouquet will be the next one married. |
train_5723 | #Person1#: How time flies!
#Person2#: May and Danny have already grown up.
#Person1#: I can still remember our first date.
#Person2#: Look at that big tree over there.
#Person1#: Yeah, oh my god! It's still there. We have our first date right on there.
#Person2#: Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight.
#Person1#: You were dull at that time.
#Person2#: But you agreed to go out with me at last.
#Person1#: I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married. | #Person1# and #Person2# recall their first date and their marriage life of 20 years. |
train_5724 | #Person1#: Hello, IMPF Bank, how can I help you?
#Person2#: I need to report a missing Bank Card and Book.
#Person1#: OK Sir. Could you tell me the account holder's name, the account number, the amount in the account and your PIN number, please?
#Person2#: Well, the account's in my name. Patrick Dean, that's D-E-A-N. The account number is 15273478841. There was about 20, 000 RMB inside.
#Person1#: OK, Sir. Almost there, I just need your PIN number. When we issue you with a new card and book we would recommend that you change your PIN number. It's a very simple procedure.
#Person2#: OK, it's 672910. | #Person1# helps Patrick Dean to deal with his missing bank card and book. |
train_5725 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Professor Webber?
#Person2#: Yes, Yulong? What do you need?
#Person1#: I was hoping you would write a letter of recommendation. I want to enter a doctoral program in artificial intelligence. I think your recommendation is most important to me.
#Person2#: Good news! I'll be glad to. When do you need it?
#Person1#: The deadline is next weekend, but I would be really thankful if you could write it this week.
#Person2#: Okay, no problem. | Yulong wants to apply for a doctoral program and requests a recommendation letter from Professor Webber. |
train_5726 | #Person1#: Daddy, I love this Happy Farmhouse. It's really fun.
#Person2#: Great. But no talking, now. Don't forget that you are on a ladder. Take care!
#Person1#: But you are holding it for me. Nothing to worry about. I trust you. Oops, what's that?
#Person2#: Don't touch it with your stick. It's a bumble bees' hive. Get down the ladder. Be quick.
#Person1#: What would happen if they started attacking you?
#Person2#: You can get killed. No kidding. Remember, never stir up a hive.
#Person1#: I see. Why do people come all the way here to pick apples by themselves and take them home? Isn't it easier for them to buy the apples in the supermarket?
#Person2#: It's for fun. And also, the apples here are Green Food.
#Person1#: Come on, daddy. You can see that people only pick the red ones.
#Person2#: Silly boy. Green Food means the plants grown without using any chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides.
#Person1#: Oh, then what would happen if there were pests?
#Person2#: I heard they used ultraviolet lamp to kill pests.
#Person1#: Cool! Well, let's go over there to join mom. I want to tell her all about the special pests-killing method. | #Person1# and #Person2# get away from a bumblebees' hive in Happy Farmhouse. #Person2# tells #Person1# people come to pick apples here because they are Green food and it's fun. |
train_5727 | #Person1#: Did you see who the suspect was?
#Person2#: I got a perfect look at the suspect.
#Person1#: Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up?
#Person2#: That'll be easy.
#Person1#: Please take a careful look at these five men.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: Is the suspect in this line?
#Person2#: I see him.
#Person1#: Which number is he?
#Person2#: The suspect is number four.
#Person1#: Your cooperation is very much appreciated.
#Person2#: I'm happy to be of assistance. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to pick the suspect out of five people. |
train_5728 | #Person1#: Let's go to Wangfujing by bus.
#Person2#: Better take the subway. It's faster, and more convenient.
#Person1#: En, where do we pay the fares?
#Person2#: Just go to the ticket office in the subway.
#Person1#: Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains?
#Person2#: No, you don't have to. Here comes the train. Be careful! Subway doors open and close automatically. | #Person2# suggests going to Wangfujing by subway and tells #Person1# there's no additional fare for changing trains. |
train_5729 | #Person1#: I've got some great news for you!
#Person2#: did you get the position you wanted?
#Person1#: yes, I'll be promoted to department manager.
#Person2#: I'm glad to hear that. Congratulations!
#Person1#: thank you. Actually, I could not believe it at first. You know, there're so many outstanding people in our company. Many of them are qualified to fill that position.
#Person2#: sure, but you really did great and outperformed the others. You deserved it!
#Person1#: thank you very much.
#Person2#: you always have unique ideas and you're such a team leader.
#Person1#: I appreciate it very much. You've been doing great. I expect to see you be promoted pretty soon.
#Person2#: that's very nice of you to say so. I'll try my best. When will you start at the new position?
#Person1#: next week.
#Person2#: so by then, you'll be in charge of the whole department.
#Person1#: absolutely. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1#'ll be promoted to department manager next week. #Person1# thanks #Person2#'s congratulations and expects #Person2# will be promoted soon. |
train_5730 | #Person1#: Hello, China Travel Agency. May I have your name?
#Person2#: Chaowei please.
#Person1#: Hi Chaowei, how can I help.
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to travel to London. So I want you to make a reservation for me on May 1st.
#Person1#: Okay Chaowei, just a moment, please. I'm sorry but the flights are fully booked on that day. The next available flight is on May 2nd. They have two flights, one is at 9:30 a. m. and another at 2:00 p. m. Both flights have seats available.
#Person2#: That's great! I'd like to take the first available flight. I'll need an economy ticket.
#Person1#: One way trip or round trip?
#Person2#: One way trip. What's the fare, please?
#Person1#: Economy fare for one way trip is 2, 300 yuan.
#Person2#: I see. Is my ticket confirmed then?
#Person1#: Yes, I have confirmed your ticket.
#Person2#: Here is 2, 300 yuan.
#Person1#: Thank you Chaowei. Here is the ticket and receipt. Have a good time. | Chaowei wants a flight to London on May 1st, but it's full. Then #Person1# helps Chaowei to book a one-way economy ticket at 9:30 a. m. May 2nd. |
train_5731 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Miss, what does the doctor say about me? When can I be discharged?
#Person2#: The doctor has examined your current situation. Since you are recovering so well, you will be discharged tomorrow.
#Person1#: Great, thanks. But how can I get discharged?
#Person2#: First please get the bill at the doctor's office, then pay it either with cash or by check. Even though you're discharged, you still need to take a rest at home. Don't hurry back to work until you have fully recovered.
#Person1#: Yes, I will. Thanks for your care. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'ll be discharged tomorrow but still need to take a rest at home. |
train_5732 | #Person1#: Bill, please.
#Person2#: Please wait a moment. . . here is the bill. Please check it.
#Person1#: Excuse me, what's this item for?
#Person2#: For three bottles of Tsingtao beer.
#Person1#: But we've can canceled one bottle.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. Let me go back to the cashier's to have it changed. ( a few minutes later, the waiter returns with the new bill. )
#Person1#: I'm sorry for the miscalculation. Here's the new bill. Would you mind checking it again?
#Person2#: That's all right.
#Person1#: If you're staying at our hotel, you may sign the bill. | #Person1# checks the bill and finds it's overcharged. #Person2# apologizes for it and has it changed. |
train_5733 | #Person1#: Have you started cleaning up your room yet?
#Person2#: I haven't gotten started on my room yet.
#Person1#: When exactly do you plan on cleaning it?
#Person2#: I have every intention of cleaning my room later.
#Person1#: I thought I asked you to clean your room earlier.
#Person2#: I already told you that I'm going to do it.
#Person1#: Remember to vacuum the floor and dust everything.
#Person2#: I'll remember to do that.
#Person1#: Make sure that you don't go anywhere until you clean your room.
#Person2#: I'll clean my room before I leave. | #Person2# hasn't started cleaning up #Person2#'s room though #Person1# asked earlier. #Person2# promises to clean it before leaving. |
train_5734 | #Person1#: Why do you want to be a tour guide?
#Person2#: I like to travel and I also like meeting various kinds of people.
#Person1#: What courses have you completed at college?
#Person2#: I have studied English, tourist culture, guiding methods and techniques and so on.
#Person1#: Have you learned any other foreign languages?
#Person2#: Yes, I have learned Japanese as well.
#Person1#: Do you know that is a hard job?
#Person2#: Yes, I know. But I don't mind working hard.
#Person1#: Is there anything you want to ask about?
#Person2#: No. I only wish that you could give me a definite answer to my application as soon as possible. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to be a tour guide because #Person2# likes traveling and meeting people. #Person2# has related backgrounds and doesn't mind working hard. |
train_5735 | #Person1#: What do you think of that situation comedies showed every weekend?
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, I don't think much of them.
#Person1#: You're becoming a real television watcher.
#Person2#: A lot of people feel the same way. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# doesn't think much of the situation comedies. |
train_5736 | #Person1#: Excuse me, how do I get to Wall Street?
#Person2#: Take the A train south to the Liberty Ave. stop. You should be able to find it from there.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but how do I know the subway train is going south?
#Person2#: The southbound A trains say Brooklyn.
#Person1#: O. K. , so it's this one?
#Person2#: Yeah. Hey? What are you doing? Let the people off the train before you get on.
#Person1#: Oh, sorry.
#Person2#: Jeez. Tourists. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the train to Wall Street and asks #Person1# to let people off before #Person1# getting on. |
train_5737 | #Person1#: How have your two sons been doing at school lately, Andy?
#Person2#: Terrible! James never starts learning, and Malcolm never stops learning.
#Person1#: You're joking, of course. I hear that Malcolm is likely to win all the prizes in the exams this year.
#Person2#: Yes, so his teachers say. He has always been working very hard. He wants to go to Oxford University next year.
#Person1#: Maybe he'll become a university professor in the end.
#Person2#: Maybe. But I think he studies too hard. I sometimes wish he'd go out and enjoy himself for a change.
#Person1#: Yes. What about the younger one?
#Person2#: Well, Jame's teachers say that he is clever, but he hardly does his best. In other words, he's not bad when he makes an effort, but he's too lazy. He does his homework in ten minutes every evening and then rushes out to play tennis.
#Person1#: He's crazy about tennis, isn't he? Perhaps he can make his fortune at it. You can make more money from sport than other jobs these days.
#Person2#: So I believe. But my wife always worries about the children's future. She wants James to give up tennis and study law. | Andy tells #Person1# about his two sons. Malcolm wins many prizes this year and wants to go to Oxford University. James is crazy about tennis but Andy's wife wants James to give it up and study law. |
train_5738 | #Person1#: Hi, Kangkang.
#Person2#: Hi, Jane.
#Person1#: What are you going to do this Saturday evening?
#Person2#: I'm going to a concert.
#Person1#: How exciting! Who is going to sing at the concert?
#Person2#: Xu Song. He is my favorite pop singer.
#Person1#: Where is he going to give the concert?
#Person2#: In the gym.
#Person1#: What time is it going to start?
#Person2#: At 7:30 p. m. Would you like to go with me?
#Person1#: I'd love to, but I'm going to visit my uncle. | Kangkang is going to Xu Song's concert this Saturday evening while Jane's going to visit her uncle. |
train_5739 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are you waiting to buy the concert tickets?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. So are all these people in front of me.
#Person1#: How long have you been here?
#Person2#: About 50 minutes. I've hardly moved forward in that time.
#Person1#: Are you kidding?
#Person2#: Not at all. There was a couple up ahead of me who got so fed up that they finally gave up and left. They said they'd been here for more than an hour.
#Person1#: My God. Does anyone know what's causing the delay?
#Person2#: It could be that there aren't enough people selling tickets this afternoon. Or maybe their computers break down.
#Person1#: I just hope they don't run out of tickets when I get up there.
#Person2#: That really would be annoying, wouldn't it?
#Person1#: I guess I should have come before lunch. Or has it been like this all day?
#Person2#: Actually it has. In fact, before I came, I tried calling to order my tickets over the phone, just to avoid this long wait, but they don't take phone orders, or checks, or credit cards. It's cash or nothing. And you have to come in person.
#Person1#: Well, there are two more hours before the ticket office closes. Tickets to a good concert are worth waiting for. So I think i'll just make myself comfortable. | #Person2# and #Person1# complains about the delay in selling concert tickets. #Person2# tells #Person1# there has been a long queue all day, so #Person2# have tried calling to order the tickets but phone orders are unacceptable. #Person1# thinks good concerts are worth waiting for. |
train_5740 | #Person1#: Why so early?
#Person2#: Early? It's 3 o'clock now. School starts at 8:45 in the morning and ends at 3 in the afternoon.
#Person1#: In my country, we go to school from 8 a. m. until 5 p. m.
#Person2#: Gosh! | #Person1# is surprised at how early students leave school in #Person2#'s country. |
train_5741 | #Person1#: Would you like a cigarette?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I've decided to give up smoking.
#Person1#: Really? Why?
#Person2#: Well, it's just that I think if you don't enjoy doing something any more, you should stop doing it.
#Person1#: I see. You mean you don't enjoy smoking any more?
#Person2#: That's right. You should give it up, too. It's bad for your health.
#Person1#: Stop talking like my mother. That's what she keeps saying.
#Person2#: But it's true. It's a nasty habit. I can't think why I ever started. Anyway , it's obviously got you in its grip !
#Person1#: What do you mean? What are you talking about?
#Person2#: I mean you couldn't give it up!
#Person1#: Who? Me? Could't give up smoking? Nonsense! Of course I could! I know I could!
#Person2#: How do you know?
#Person1#: Because I've already proved it. Smoking's the easiest thing in the world to give up. I've done it hundreds of times! | #Person2# rejects #Person1#'s invitation for a cigarette because #Person2# wants to give it up. #Person2# thinks smoking is nasty but #Person1# couldn't give it up. #Person1# argues #Person1#'s done it hundreds of times. |
train_5742 | #Person1#: Have you heard about Zhan and David?
#Person2#: No, have they had another fight?
#Person1#: No, they've got engaged.
#Person2#: You must be joking. Those two?
#Person1#: Well, my dear, I didn't believe it either. But I got it straight from the horse's mouth. David called me this morning.
#Person2#: So when did this all happen?
#Person1#: Last weekend, while they were on their ski trip.
#Person2#: Well, I believe it now, and when are they are getting married?
#Person1#: Next June.
#Person2#: I can hardly believe it. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Zhan and David got engaged last week and will get married next June. |
train_5743 | #Person1#: Broadway Mall is having a big sale this weekend. You wanna go?
#Person2#: Don't feel like it. I'm broke.
#Person1#: Well, we can still do some window shopping, can't we?
#Person2#: Just look around? Ah, that's boring.
#Person1#: I'll go myself then. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to Broadway Mall but #Person2# refuses. |
train_5744 | #Person1#: Darling, I have news for you. Bobby and his wife, Evelyn, are going to have a baby soon.
#Person2#: Really? I thought his wife couldn't have a baby.
#Person1#: Actually they're expecting the baby to come on my birthday.
#Person2#: Oh, what a coincidence! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it. He likes children and always wants a child of his own.
#Person1#: In fact, they're both very excited about the coming baby. Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like, since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese.
#Person2#: Oh, right. Now I know why they would want to see our boy. It's hard to imagine the wonder! Are they expecting a boy or a girl?
#Person1#: It's still a mystery. Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant. But she begins to take her maternity leave now.
#Person2#: Oh! You mean she doesn't have to work now? It's hard for young parents not to overreact, isn't it? | #Person1# and #Person2# are both happy as Bobby and Evelyn will have a baby. Evelyn is three-month pregnant but begins to take her maternity leave. #Person2# thinks she overreacts. |
train_5745 | #Person1#: Suiz worte me a letter.
#Person2#: What did she say?
#Person1#: She got a master degree, and now she is going for her doctor.
#Person2#: Really? I can't believe it.
#Person1#: It's not a surprise, is it? She has always been a hard working student.
#Person2#: But I think a master degree is good enough for a girl. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Suiz is going for a doctor's degree. But #Person2# thinks a master's degree is enough for a girl. |
train_5746 | #Person1#: Waiter, a table for two, please.
#Person2#: Yes, this way please.
#Person1#: Can we see the menu please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: What's good today?
#Person2#: I recommend crisp beef and fried duck.
#Person1#: We don't want that. Well. perhaps will be begin with mushroom soap and follow by some seafood and chips.
#Person2#: Do you want any dissert?
#Person1#: no dissert , thanks , just coffee. can I have the check please? | #Person2# helps #Person1# order mushroom soap, seafood, chips, and coffee. |
train_5747 | #Person1#: Julia, will you be my wife?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Steven.
#Person1#: Please, Julia, I have made proposal to you five times. I really want to share the rest of my life with you.
#Person2#: I know. But I'm not ready for married life yet.
#Person1#: Julia, I really love you. I hope I can stay with you no matter you are happy or sad in future.
#Person2#: Your way does touch my heart.
#Person1#: So, will you marry me?
#Person2#: I want to think of it for some time. | Steven has made his proposal to Julia five times, but Julia still wants to think more. |
train_5748 | #Person1#: Are you new here?
#Person2#: Yes. It's my first day. My name is Monica Marten.
#Person1#: I'm Wilson Leach. That's my order form you're working on.
#Person2#: I just finished it. Do you want to fax it to the head office?
#Person1#: That would be great. Do you know how to use the fax machine?
#Person2#: Sure, I can send it right now.
#Person1#: Oh, Monica. I need to make some phone calls to China and Mexico.
#Person2#: What can I do to help?
#Person1#: Well, I'm OK calling China. The problem is that I can't speak any Spanish. Can you?
#Person2#: No problem. I studied it at college. You just have to tell me what to say.
#Person1#: That's really good. By the way, what's your typing speed?
#Person2#: I can type about 70 words a minute. | Monica helps Wilson fax an order to the head office. Wilson needs to make calls to China and Mexico and Monica'll help him with Spanish. |
train_5749 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but I think you've made a wrong turn. You were supposed to turn left on Wilson Blvd.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. Did you say 1323 Wilson?
#Person1#: No, it is 3023. It is OK though, you don't have to take me there, I can walk from here.
#Person2#: I can just make a U turn and so one way street. See the sign up ahead? Maybe if I turn left here, I can come down the next street.
#Person1#: We can't do that during the rush hour. Really, though it won't be much trouble, sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi. So I'm happy to get this close.
#Person2#: 30 minutes? I've been riding around all day looking for passengers. | #Person2# drove a wrong way, but #Person1# says it's ok as #Person1# can walk to there. |
train_5750 | #Person1#: I think it's very important to relax because if you don't. You can get too stressed. What do you think?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so, once I even got ill because I was too stressed out studying for exams. But what do you do to relax?
#Person1#: Well, sometimes I go to my room and lie down and listen to my favorite music or read a book. What about you?
#Person2#: I want to relax, I often play computer games.
#Person1#: I don't think computer games are relaxing. Yhey can be so exciting and then it's difficult to stop playing.
#Person2#: It's not a problem for me, it's good fun. I sometimes play until midnight.
#Person1#: Really? That's too bad for your health, you'd better not stay up for it again. Going out is a better way. I sometimes like to take my dog for a long walk in the country or a park. That makes me feel healthy and relaxed.
#Person2#: I agree with you. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# think it's important to relax. #Person1# likes listening to music or reading books to relax. #Person2# likes playing computer games, but #Person1# thinks it's not good for health. |
train_5751 | #Person1#: Have you received Tom's invitation yet?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. Invitation to What?
#Person1#: Tom bought a new house last week. And he's going to hold a house warming party this weekend.
#Person2#: Have you seen the house?
#Person1#: Yes, it's very big. It has a large bedroom for him and his wife, and a bedroom for each of their four children.
#Person2#: Is there a garden behind the house?
#Person1#: Yes, you know. Tom loves gardening. Now he can finally grow all the different plants he loves.
#Person2#: I'll go and check my email this afternoon. I must have just missed his invitation. I really look forward to seeing his new house. | #Person1# says Tom bought a big house and sent invitations to his house warming party. #Person2# hasn't received it and will go and check email. |
train_5752 | #Person1#: I think I want to go back to school, Paul.
#Person2#: Well, that's a nice idea, Cindy. But what would you study?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. I've always been interested in psychology. I think I'd do really well.
#Person2#: Uh-huh, it's not that I don't believe in you, sweetheart. You were always a good student, but it's different when you're an adult going back to school.
#Person1#: Well, I don't think I would have any problems making friends. Lots of older folks get a second BA degree later in life, just like I would be doing and besides I've always been young at heart. I'm sure I'd get along with the other students. And I think I'd be an even better rider and test taker now. Then when I went to college in my late teens and early 20s.
#Person2#: Yeah, but that's not what I'm worried about honey. Have you given any thought to what you do when you graduate?
#Person1#: I suppose I'd look for a job.
#Person2#: And what do you know about jobs in the field of psychology?
#Person1#: Not too much I guess, but I could start small and work my way to the top.
#Person2#: That sounds like something a person might say about a big company on the Wall Street. Psychology is different. There just aren't that many jobs in that field right now and the ones that are out there don't pay much unless you have a PhD. I mean, we have 2 kids to feed, you know? | Cindy wants to go back to school to get a second BA in psychology, but Paul is worried there aren't that many jobs in this field while they have 2 kids to feed. |
train_5753 | #Person1#: What made you join the Tai Chi Club, Monica?
#Person2#: I used to like to play volleyball and tennis. Now, I just want to try a sport, which is not that intense for a change.
#Person1#: Why didn't you choose yoga? It's very popular nowadays, and also involves less physical intensity.
#Person2#: Well, another reason why I chose Tai Chi, was because I always have a fascination with Chinese culture.
#Person1#: How does Tai Chi relate to Chinese culture? I thought is just a way of exercise.
#Person2#: It's more than that, the core concept of Tai Chi is to find balance in your life, like if you eat too much, you'll become overweight. But if you don't eat enough, you'll suffer other health problems, the key is, never too much, nor too less.
#Person1#: Wow, that's deep, but you get tired after you do Tai Chi? I know you have heavy work.
#Person2#: Quite the opposite. After playing Tai Chi, my mind is more relaxed and it's much easier for me to get focused. | Monica tells #Person1# that she joins Tai Chi Club and the core concept of Tai Chi is to find balance in people's life. Her mind is more relaxed after doing Tai Chi. |
train_5754 | #Person1#: Oh, well. It was fun to be the winner. But... it's too big. I must be an extra small in the States.
#Person2#: So what about the tennis racket?
#Person1#: Look! It's amazing. I can't wait to try it out!
#Person2#: How much did that end up costing you?
#Person1#: Oh... around twenty bucks. A bargain if you ask me. Look at the picture of her playing with it!
#Person2#: Hey, two for one. That's a super deal.
#Person1#: And here's her signature! | #Person1# tells #Person2# it costs #Person1# around twenty bucks to get the tennis racket and the picture with someone's signature. #Person2# thinks it's a super deal. |
train_5755 | #Person1#: Comfort Inn, may I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m looking for a hotel near the convention center.
#Person1#: You ' re in luck! We ' re just a two-minute drive from there. Would you like to make a reservation?
#Person2#: Not just yet. I have one or two questions. How much for a single?
#Person1#: During the peak season, a single room goes for 50 dollars on a night. But we ' Ve got a Single Super Saver Special going on right now, only $ 30 a night. And we ' Ve also extended our checkout time 00 in
#Person2#: That ' s a good deal. Since this is a working trip, I wonder if you have meeting rooms where I can get together with some clients.
#Person1#: Yes, we have five meeting rooms, of various sizes. We can accommodate large meetings and small, informal gatherings as well. Of course, if you have many small meeting, you might consider checking
#Person2#: That sounds great. Do you accept checks?
#Person1#: I ' m sorry, sir, we don ' t. But we do accept all major credit cards. | #Person2#'s looking for a hotel near the convention center. #Person1# tells #Person2# there's a special on single rooms and they have meeting rooms of various sizes. #Person2# is satisfied. |
train_5756 | #Person1#: Congratulations, Francis. Your hard working finally pays off. I am so happy for your promotion.
#Person2#: Thanks, Monica. Without support from you and other colleagues, I would not have made it.
#Person1#: I hope I could get promoted some day. Tell me about your experience, ok?
#Person2#: Well, just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough, you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective. Don ' t be afraid of taking challenging. They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal. You learn more from that actually. Sometimes, you need to fail to be successful.
#Person1#: How do you think if I volunteer for some work?
#Person2#: I think it is a smart idea. Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives. | Francis got promoted and tells #Person1# about his experience. He suggests #Person1# make plans and take challenges. |
train_5757 | #Person1#: Medicine Industry, this is Peter Bush speaking, can I help you?
#Person2#: Good afternoon, could you connect this call with Mr. Brown, please
#Person1#: May I know who's calling?
#Person2#: This is Li Ping of ABC computer company limited. I'm calling on our Mr. Wilson the general manager of our company.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mrs. Li, Mr. Brown is now in a meeting.May I have your number, and ask him to call you back later?
#Person2#: I'm afraid Mr. Wilson would like to speak to Mr. Brown right now.He ' s got an urgent matter to discuss with Mr. Brown without delay.
#Person1#: Ok, then would you please hold the line? Mr. Li, the line is through, Mr. Brown is ready answering the call, go ahead.
#Person2#: Thank you for your assistance, Mr. Bush.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | Mrs. Li phones Medicine Industry since Mr. Wilson's got an urgent matter to discuss with Mr. Brown. Mr. Bush helps with it. |
train_5758 | #Person1#: Good afternoon! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Could you show me where the Chinesc-style clothing is located? I want to buy a silk coat.
#Person1#: This way, please. Here they are. They're all handmade.
#Person2#: Oh, they look nice. May I try that black one on?
#Person1#: Of course. The fitting room is right over there.
#Person2#: Do you have a medium in the same color? This one is a little tight.
#Person1#: l'm sorry. All the black of that size are sold out. Would you like a red one?
#Person2#: OK. Let me try it on. What do you think?
#Person1#: Oh, that suits you very well. Besides it is believed in China that the red color brings happiness and good luck.
#Person2#: Really? I'II take it and I'm leaving here tomorrow. Is it possible for you to send one in black to me by mail when you get it in?
#Person1#: Our pleasure. Please fill out this form, leaving your address and telephone number.
#Person2#: Thanks. How much would that come to?
#Person1#: Let me see... | #Person2# buys a red silk coat as #Person1# says it's believed in China that red color brings happiness and good luck. #Person2# orders a black one to be sent by mail when #Person1# gets it in. |
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