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train_8859 | #Person1#: What's wrong, Dave? You look down today.
#Person2#: I didn't pass the English exam. How to learn English well? Can you give me some suggestions?
#Person1#: Well, English is a ' paper tiger '. Its natural enemy is adequate practice.
#Person2#: I have done a lot of reading comprehension exercises, and I also spend much time in memorizing English words.
#Person1#: I suggest you read English texts aloud every day, and try to speak more. That will be beneficial to cultivate your sense of the language.
#Person2#: Really? I'll have a try. Maybe I will get high marks next time. | Dave asks #Person1# for suggestions about English Learning because he failed an English exam. #Person1# suggests Dave read English texts every day and speak more. |
train_8860 | #Person1#: Do you know Yahoo Greetings, Edgar?
#Person2#: Sure. It's a popular e-card website.
#Person1#: Can you tell me how to send one on it?
#Person2#: Okay. Did you get the Yahoo ID?
#Person1#: ID? What's that?
#Person2#: I mean, you must register first before you send a card.
#Person1#: Oh. I see. But I have done it.
#Person2#: Ok. Choose the card which you like best, and fill in the following blanks with both your and your friend's names and e-mail addresses.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: Don't forget to send.
#Person1#: Oh. I see. Thanks. | Edgar tells #Person1# how to send a card on Yahoo Greetings. |
train_8861 | #Person1#: Hello, I'm returning your phone call.
#Person2#: I'm glad that you could get back to me so fast.
#Person1#: No problem, but what were you calling about?
#Person2#: I needed to talk to you about your son.
#Person1#: Is he messing up in school?
#Person2#: He was acting up in class one day last week.
#Person1#: What was he doing?
#Person2#: He wouldn't stop talking throughout the class.
#Person1#: I don't know what's gotten into him.
#Person2#: If you could, would you please talk to him?
#Person1#: I will get right on that, and I am very sorry.
#Person2#: I really appreciate your help. | #Person2# called #Person1# because #Person1#'s son was acting up in class. #Person1# calls back and #Person2# asks #Person1# to talk to #Person1#'s son. |
train_8862 | #Person1#: Waiter, we'd like a menu first, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Well, we are waiting for two friends, so could we just have a look at the menu for a while?
#Person2#: Take your time. When you need anything, just call me. | #Person1# has a look at the menu first while waiting for #Person1#'s friends. |
train_8863 | #Person1#: Hi. I want to open an account with you, so I can pay my bills by direct debit.
#Person2#: That's a very popular way to pay nowadays, totally hassle free!
#Person1#: Yes, that's what I thought. It's so much trouble coming down here or to the post office to pay all of my utility bills every month. So, what exactly do I need to do?
#Person2#: Please fill in this application and sign your name down here, at the bottom.
#Person1#: Here you go. Is that it?
#Person2#: I just need to see some ID, like a passport for example.
#Person1#: Here. What's the least I can pay in to get this account open?
#Person2#: We usually ask for 100 RIB, Sir.
#Person1#: OK, here you go.
#Person2#: So, that's everything done for you. Here's your new cheque book, the cheque guarantee will follow in the post in a couple of days. | #Person2# helps #Person1# open an account so that #Person1# can pay #Person1#'s bill by direct debit. |
train_8864 | #Person1#: Two number 3s, please.
#Person2#: All right. What would you like to drink?
#Person1#: Diet Coke.
#Person2#: Regular or large?
#Person1#: Regular, please.
#Person2#: OK. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, thanks.
#Person2#: For here or to go?
#Person1#: For here. | #Person2# helps #Person1# order two number 3s and regular diet coke. |
train_8865 | #Person1#: Can you lend me fifty bucks?
#Person2#: What? Again? Why do you keep running out of money?
#Person1#: I guess I don't earn enough.
#Person2#: No, I think it's how you budget your life, that's the problem.
#Person1#: That's my business, not yours.
#Person2#: True enough, until the time comes that you need to take my money. I don't know where you're wasting your money but I think you need to take a look at what's really important.
#Person1#: So how do you survive from pay day to pay day?
#Person2#: I don't just survive. I put money away as well. I know when I get paid where most of the cash will go, and I stick to my plan. If I follow a budget I don't have any nasty surprises.
#Person1#: I'm not disciplined enough I guess.
#Person2#: In a few months I'm planning to invest my money into some foreign companies. I think you need to reevaluate your spending habits. | #Person1# wants to borrow #Person2#'s money again. #Person2# believes that the reason why #Person1# keeps running out of money is that #Person1# has a bad spending habit. #Person2# shares how #Person2# budget #Person2#'s life. |
train_8866 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can you tell me how to apply for a visa to America?
#Person2#: Log on to the website of American Embassy in Beijing and fill in the application forms.
#Person1#: And what should I do next?
#Person2#: Then make an appointment by telephone and wait for the interview.
#Person1#: How long will I wait for?
#Person2#: It all depends.
#Person1#: What's the fee for application?
#Person2#: About 800 yuan.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# tells #Person2# how to apply for a visa to America. The application fee is about 800 yuan. |
train_8867 | #Person1#: I made an appointment for a perm at 3 o'clock.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, Mrs. Saxton. Please take a seat here.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Would you like a shampoo first?
#Person1#: Yes, with the LUX dandruff shampoo. It helps a lot to get rid of my dandruff.
#Person2#: Yeah. A lot of my customers love it. ( after shampooing ) Do you want a permanent wave or a cold wave?
#Person1#: I'd like a permanent wave. By the way, do you have any picture of the latest hairstyle? I'Ve been in this style for so long that I want a change this time.
#Person2#: Sure. We just got some. They're upto-date.
#Person1#: I prefer this kind of style. Can you make it for me?
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person2# helps #Person1# wash hair with the LUX dandruff shampoo and #Person1# would like a permanent wave and a new style. |
train_8868 | #Person1#: Would you mind answering a few personal questions?
#Person2#: Of course not.
#Person1#: OK. Does your present employer know that you are going to leave?
#Person2#: Yes. I gave her my resignation a few days ago.
#Person1#: Will she let you leave your present job?
#Person2#: Yes, I think she will.
#Person1#: Why do you want to leave your present job?
#Person2#: Well, there are several reasons. I don't think my present job is suitable for me. That's the first reason. Secondly, your company has a good reputation. I think it can offer me more challenging opportunities. Last, frankly speaking, I wish to get higher pay.
#Person1#: I appreciate you frankness. Do you know anything about our company?
#Person2#: Yes. It's a Korea company and it was built in Beijing five years ago. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to leave #Person2#'s present job because it's unsuitable for #Person2#. Besides, #Person2# wants more challenging opportunities and higher salaries. |
train_8869 | #Person1#: What time does the train arrive?
#Person2#: At six o'clock. Are you waiting for someone?
#Person1#: Yes, my aunt is coming. What time is it now?
#Person2#: It is half past 5.
#Person1#: Oh, I wish the train could come earlier. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# is waiting for #Person1#'s aunt. |
train_8870 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can you help me?
#Person2#: Of course. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Can you tell me how I can get to the Excelsior Hotel from here?
#Person2#: The Excelsior? Let's see, that's in the city, right?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. On Forty-third Street, just off Eleventh Avenue.
#Person2#: Well, you can take a bus to the city. Just go out of the front door of the terminal and cross the street. There is a sign that says, 'Airport - City Bus.' Otherwise, you can take a taxi. You can catch one right in front of the terminal.
#Person1#: Thank you. Oh, do you know how much the bus fare is?
#Person2#: It's five dollars. A taxi costs about fifteen to twenty dollars.
#Person1#: I'd better take a bus then. How often does the bus run?
#Person2#: I think you just missed one. There is a schedule printed on the sign outside. I think that the buses ran every half hour or so.
#Person1#: On second thought, I'd better take a taxi. I have a lot of luggage and it's late. Thank you! | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can go to the Excelsior Hotel either by bus or by taxi. #Person1# first chooses the bus because of the cheaper fare, but eventually chooses a taxi as it's late and #Person1# has lots of luggage. |
train_8871 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm Martin. Are you new here? I haven't seen you around.
#Person2#: Yes, I only started on Monday.
#Person1#: Great! So what department are you in?
#Person2#: Housekeeping.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah. I work on reception.
#Person2#: I see. Are you American?
#Person1#: No. I'm from Sydney, Australia. How about you?
#Person2#: I'm from Brazil. How long have you been here in Singapore?
#Person1#: Nearly three years now. I like it here a lot.
#Person2#: Me, too. | #Person2# tells Martin, an Australian in reception, that #Person2# is new here and from Brazil. |
train_8872 | #Person1#: Julie, John asked me to talk to you?
#Person2#: I don't want to speak to him.
#Person1#: Look, Julie, John's really sorry about it.
#Person2#: I'm sorry about it, too.
#Person1#: Will you just let me tell you his side of the story?
#Person2#: I'm not interested. He promised to meet me at the restaurant, but he didn't come. I don't want to see him again.
#Person1#: But, Julie, his car had broken down.
#Person2#: So? There is a telephone in the restaurant.
#Person1#: But that's the point. He tried to phone, but he couldn't get through.
#Person2#: I don't believe he tried.
#Person1#: Yes, he did. He came to my flat. Do you believe me?
#Person2#: Yes, I'll talk to him. Listen, I'm going to be late for work, I'll meet him at five to six in the square.
#Person1#: Thanks, Julie. He'll be really happy. And I promise he'll be here. | #Person1# tells Julie that John didn't come to the restaurant, as he promised, because his car broke down. John tried to phone Julie but he couldn't get through. Julie agrees to talk to John later. |
train_8873 | #Person1#: can you give a hand, Mike? I want tomove a few heavy items to the car.
#Person2#: I'd like to but I am already five minutes late for my appointment with Mr. Jason, and the office is on the other side of the campus. | Mike cannot help #Person1# because of an appointment. |
train_8874 | #Person1#: I read on the Internet that the word 'news' comes from the first letters of north, east, west, and south.
#Person2#: I don't think so. You can't believe everything you read. According to my dictionary, 'news' comes from a French word meaning 'new things'. | #Person2# disagrees with #Person1# on the origin of the word 'news'. |
train_8875 | #Person1#: We're nearly there. Will we be allowed to visit all the ships, Peter? The space station and aircraft equipment, as well as the others?
#Person2#: Yes, I expect so. We shall see most of them.
#Person1#: Good! Visiting spaceships is always exciting. But remember, we've got work to do. We've got a story to write and photographs to take.
#Person2#: Will we be allowed to take photographs?
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. And there'll be a chance to ask questions. | #Person1# and Peter think they shall visit most of the ships, take photographs and ask questions. |
train_8876 | #Person1#: What's your hobby?
#Person2#: Photograph.
#Person1#: What's the make of your camera?
#Person2#: Olympus.
#Person1#: Do you own your own darkroom?
#Person2#: No, usually I get my films developed at a photo studio, but I make my own enlargements.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because I can make many different kinds of pictures from one negative. That's more, but that saves money. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s equipment relating to #Person2#' hobby, photograph. |
train_8877 | #Person1#: Their families should pay.
#Person2#: That would serve them right. Teach them to bring their children up properly. I'll make them pay what my silver was worth.
#Person1#: I bet they all feel pretty miserable now. And I should hope so. After what they've done.
#Person2#: It isn't as if they needed money either. Just did it for excitement.
#Person1#: If I were the judge . . .
#Person2#: I'd hang them. . . .
#Person3#: That's a bit extreme, isn't it?
#Person2#: Well, an eye for an eye . . .
#Person3#: Yes, but they haven't killed you.
#Person2#: Perhaps not. But they deserve to be taught a real lesson.
#Person3#: They're probably just two mixed-up young men.
#Person2#: Well, that isn't our fault, is it?
#Person1#: Are you suggesting they should get off scot-free? | #Person1# and #Person2# think guilty young men should pay for their behavior, but #Person3# holds a neutral attitude. |
train_8878 | #Person1#: Judy, your husband has a really nice car.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's a lot better than mine, and it's new.
#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: We're going to visit my sister in the city.
#Person1#: I didn't know your sister lives in the city, when did she move there?
#Person2#: About a year ago. She lives in an apartment on 3rd street, across from the public library.
#Person1#: I see. It's almost 5:00 PM now, don't you think there will be a lot of traffic?
#Person2#: Oh, we're not driving. We're going to take the subway. The subway only takes about 20 minutes.
#Person1#: Yes, but it can be very crowded around this time. I always feel uncomfortable taking the subway.
#Person2#: I take the subway to work everyday, so I'm used to it now.
#Person1#: Doesn't your mother live in the city?
#Person2#: Yes, she's lived there for about ten years.
#Person1#: I remember when she moved there. Apartments were a lot cheaper then.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. It's hard to find anything that's reasonable now.
#Person1#: Have a good time. Next time you're free, give me a call and we'll go play poker.
#Person2#: See you later. | Judy tells #Person1# that she will take the subway to visit her sister in the city and her mom lived in the city for about ten years. #Person1# invites Judy to play poker next time. |
train_8879 | #Person1#: I'm looking for a gift for my daughter.
#Person2#: How about a laptop?
#Person1#: Yes, she needs something to help her at school.
#Person2#: How about a Mac?
#Person1#: That sounds good. How much is one?
#Person2#: Our newest 15-inch Pro is only $2, 100.
#Person1#: Only $2, 100? Okay, let me have one.
#Person2#: That's great. Will that be cash, check, or credit card?
#Person1#: Let me dig my VISA out of my purse.
#Person2#: Okay, if you'll just sign here, please.
#Person1#: Do I need to buy anything else?
#Person2#: All she has to do is open the box and follow the instructions.
#Person1#: Thank you so much.
#Person2#: Thank you. If you have any problems, just call. | #Person2# recommends a Mac to #Person1# as a gift for #Person1#'s daughter. #Person1# takes it. |
train_8880 | #Person1#: So it is hard to be a black student on campus?
#Person2#: Yes, in many ways it is. There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life.
#Person1#: Stereotypes? Like what?
#Person2#: Well, like since I'm black, I must like rap music, come from the inner city, or play basketball well.
#Person1#: I do know you like rap music, but the other two are definitely false. I've seen you play basketball.
#Person2#: Hey! But that's not the only problem. There's also the affirmative action stigma.
#Person1#: You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota? That's not true at all, you're really a smart guy.
#Person2#: I know that, but some people don't think like that. And I get problems from teachers as well.
#Person1#: Teachers? I didn't think that they would be racist at all.
#Person2#: Racist? Not exactly. It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic, as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject. Suddenly I become the representative of the black race, as if we all had the same opinion.
#Person1#: I see. It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that there are many stereotypes that black students, like #Person2#, have to deal with on campus. Some people look down upon #Person2# and some teachers ask for #Person2#'s opinion as if #Person2# can speak for all black people. |
train_8881 | #Person1#: Is this Zhang Lin's home?
#Person2#: Yes. Oh, it's you, Linda. I haven't seen you for a long time. Well, come in and sit down. How about something to drink?
#Person1#: Yes , please. I'm a little thirsty, actually.
#Person2#: Would you like tea or coffee?
#Person1#: Coffee, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Would you like to talk over a drink?
#Person2#: That sounds good. How are you doing, Linda?
#Person1#: Just fine. Are you busy now?
#Person2#: No. I'm just killing time.
#Person1#: Shall we visit our math teacher tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yes. I haven't been in his house for several weeks. When shall we start?
#Person1#: How about eight o'clock tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: All right. See you tomorrow. | Linda calls on Zhang Lin and Zhang Lin offers Linda coffee. They will visit their math teacher at eight o'clock tomorrow morning. |
train_8882 | #Person1#: You'll love this. It's a chick drink.
#Person2#: What's that supposed to mean, that it's weak?
#Person1#: Well, that too. I mean that it's kind of sweet. See if you can guess what's in it.
#Person2#: Mmm! Beer, tequila, and. . . lime!
#Person1#: Not bad. You really know your booze. . . So I guess you know what's in the salsa, too?
#Person2#: Fresh tomatoes, green and white onions. . .
#Person1#: Don't tell me you're a salsa expert, too! | #Person1# finds that #Person2# knows much about booze and salsa. |
train_8883 | #Person1#: Excuse me, what do you want for this bag?
#Person2#: Let me see. That one goes for $17.
#Person1#: Would you take $12?
#Person2#: No, I can't give it to you, let you have it for 12. How about 14?
#Person1#: 13. 50?
#Person2#: Sorry, $14 is the lowest I can go. | #Person1# is bargaining with #Person2# for a bag. |
train_8884 | #Person1#: Hi, where will you go?
#Person2#: I will go to the bookstore.
#Person1#: What book actually do you look for?
#Person2#: I look for an English grammar book written by Batties Simon.
#Person1#: Why do you want to buy a grammar book?
#Person2#: I will go to America next year, so I should study English well.
#Person1#: May I come with you to the bookstore?
#Person2#: Of course, you can. Will you also buy a book?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to buy a novel.
#Person2#: Do you like reading a novel?
#Person1#: Of course. I have many novels in my house.
#Person2#: Wow, that's very interesting. Let's go now. | #Person2# will go to the bookstore for an English grammar book and #Person1# will go together for a novel. |
train_8885 | #Person1#: Hello, I bought a shirt in your shop this morning.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I bought 1 size too large by mistake.
#Person2#: Oh, did you?
#Person1#: I wonder if you could change it for one size smaller.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Please bring your receipt when you come.
#Person1#: OK. I'll come to your place later. Now it is 4:00 PM. How late is your shop open?
#Person2#: The shop closes at 7:00 PM from Monday to Friday. But today is Saturday, so we will be open until 8 o'clock, sir. We look forward to seeing you. | #Person1# calls #Person2# to make sure whether #Person1# can change a shirt for one size smaller. #Person2# says it's okay and reminds #Person1# to bring the receipt. |
train_8886 | #Person1#: Have you seen any good movies lately?
#Person2#: Yes, actually I just saw Heidi.
#Person1#: What is it about?
#Person2#: A young girl and her grandfather in Switzerland. It takes place in the late eighteen hundreds.
#Person1#: That's not a new movie. Now I remember I saw that when I was little.
#Person2#: It's a remake. It's much more realistic than the first one filmed in one thousand nine hundred and thirty-seven with Shirley Temple, although that one has become a classic. Another one was made in one thousand nine hundred and fifty-two and again in two thousand and five. The movie is actually based on a book, and the director of the current movie stayed really true to the story. The little girl who plays Heidi was chosen from over 500 actresses. Isn't that amazing? She's really talented!
#Person1#: I'd love to see it. I really enjoyed that movie as a child.
#Person2#: It's the first film in a three part series. I'm excited to see the next 2 when they come out. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# just saw a film, Heidi, and it is a remake that is different from the one #Person1# saw as a child. |
train_8887 | #Person1#: Hi, Henry, I didn't go to school today. Could you tell me about today's homework?
#Person2#: Sure, we were told to read a short story written by Ernest Hemingway. We'll discuss it in class next Monday.
#Person1#: What is the short story?
#Person2#: A Days Wait. Have you read this story before?
#Person1#: No, but I do have read his novel, The old Man And The Sea. By the way, do you have an online version of the story?
#Person2#: No, you can search for it. | Henry tells #Person1# their homework is to read a short story, A Days Wait. |
train_8888 | #Person1#: This is a romantic novel.
#Person2#: Yes, I think detective novels are difficult and science novels are boring. I like romantic ones. I think they are relaxing. Actually, it's the third time I have read this book Pride and Prejudice.
#Person1#: Who is the writer?
#Person2#: It's Jane Austen, a great British woman.
#Person1#: Can you tell me something about her?
#Person2#: Sure. She was born in 1775 in a warm family. She was educated by her father and brothers, as well as through her own reading.
#Person1#: Can you tell me some of her novels?
#Person2#: Yes. Besides Pride and Prejudice, she wrote Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park and Emma. These great works made her one of the greatest novelists.
#Person1#: Well, great, thanks for your introduction, Kate.
#Person2#: My pleasure. | Kate introduces the writer of the book Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen, and tells #Person1# some of the writer's novels. |
train_8889 | #Person1#: Honey, since you are American, which hand should I use to hold the fork?
#Person2#: Left for the fork and right for the knife.
#Person1#: Got it. It's so troublesome to have western food. I've been learning the table manners, since we got married. But I still can't.
#Person2#: Well, having western food is more about western culture.
#Person1#: Which restaurant are we going to tonight?
#Person2#: Sarah has booked a table at a newly opened western restaurant downtown. She said the environment there, is really pleasant.
#Person1#: Fine, I believe in her taste. Oh, what should I wear?
#Person2#: The black suit, but I'm afraid you have to iron it first.
#Person1#: Well, please do it for me. I'm going to the bank to cash some money.
#Person2#: Uh, the restaurant accepts credit cards, but making a budget is necessary.
#Person1#: Ok then, well, $100 for the main course and $80 for wine, anything else?
#Person2#: Don't forget about the desert.
#Person1#: Ok, then $40 for dessert. | #Person2# and #Person1# are going to a newly opened western restaurant downtown tonight. #Person1# asks #Person2# about western table manners and what to wear. #Person2# makes a budget. |
train_8890 | #Person1#: Well, Mister Smith, here you are again. I notice that this is your fourth visit this month. You are taking the medicine I offered you last time, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I take it every morning but I need something else. First of all I have a headache, my head has been aching for almost a week and I'm losing weight and my food taste funny, as soon as I start to eat I lose my appetite.
#Person1#: Mister Smith. I want you to tell me whether you are trying to get exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, I remember your exact words. It's important to exercise and that includes walking and I'd try, some days I forget, but when I exercise, I like it.
#Person1#: Well, Mister Smith. It seems that it's time for you to have a complete physical examination. | Mister Smith tells #Person1# that he is taking the medicine and trying to exercise but not in good condition. #Person1# recommends a complete physical examination. |
train_8891 | #Person1#: Dad, I ' d like to borrow some money.
#Person2#: Sure, Johnny, how much do you need? five bucks?
#Person1#: Come on, Dad, I need thirty thousand. I wanna get into the market. You know, I ' m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn, the inevitable recession, people stuffing their money in their mattresses. I look at this as an opportunity. This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg.
#Person2#: I don ' t know about that.with all the uncertainty in the markets right now, it would be a very unwise decision to invest. I don ' t know if you ' re aware son, but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently. There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months, and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy. There ' s just too much instability. I wouldn ' t feel comfortable investing in this climate.
#Person1#: But look at it this way, every challenge is an opportunity.And anyway, I ' m not talking about investing in the domestic market. There are emerging markets that promise great returns. Look at China, for example.they have 1.4 billion people, half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class. Here alone, the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity.
#Person2#: Come on, son, you ' re looking at this too naively, the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability, and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point.
#Person1#: Fine, then! If that ' s the way you feel, so be it. But you ' re losing out on a great opportunity here. I ' m going to go hit up Mum for the cash. | Johnny wants to borrow thirty thousand bucks from #Person2# to get into the market. #Person2# thinks it would be a very unwise decision to invest. Johnny tries to persuade #Person2# with the example of China but #Person2# still thinks he's looking at this too naively. Johnny is going to go hit up his mum for the cash. |
train_8892 | #Person1#: Excuse me, is this the parcel counter?
#Person2#: Yes, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'd like to send this parcel, please.
#Person2#: What's in it, please?
#Person1#: Some books and newspapers.
#Person2#: OK. please fill in this form and label it.
#Person1#: Is it all right?
#Person2#: Yeah. And would you like to mail it by air?
#Person1#: No, I'd rather send it by sea.
#Person2#: Thirteen yuan, please. Here is the receipt and change.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# helps #Person1# send the parcel of books and newspapers by sea and charges thirteen yuan. |
train_8893 | #Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: Checking out, please.
#Person1#: Can I have your keys, please? Thank you. Here's your statement.
#Person2#: Excuse me. What are these charges?
#Person1#: Oh, these are the phone charges and these are for something from the bar.
#Person2#: Wait a minute. I made a phone call, but I never made a connection.
#Person1#: I know, sir. Those aren't telephone company charges. Those are hotel charges.
#Person2#: Isn't that a bit excessive?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir. It's our policy.
#Person2#: OK. Here is the money.
#Person1#: Thank you. Welcome to our hotel again. | #Person1# gives #Person2# his statement. #Person2# questions the connection charge. #Person1# explains it's their policy. #Person2# pays and checks out. |
train_8894 | #Person1#: I need to buy some flowers for my wife.
#Person2#: Perhaps you'd be interested in red roses.
#Person1#: What would the roses cost me?
#Person2#: They're only $ 20 a dozen.
#Person1#: I like the sound of that.
#Person2#: Yes, that is today's sale price.
#Person1#: A dozen will be fine.
#Person2#: Is there anything else you'd like to get?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: These roses should make your wife very happy. | #Person1# buys a dozen red roses for $20 from #Person2#. |
train_8895 | #Person1#: Have you ever tried shopping online?
#Person2#: No, never. I prefer to actually see and touch what I'm buying before I pay for it, especially for clothes and shoes.
#Person1#: That's right. Seeing is believing.
#Person2#: I've heard some friends say when they get the article, it's quite different from what they see on the website advertisement.
#Person1#: That happens. Without close quality examination, we may encounter fraud, and the e-shop may suddenly disappear.
#Person2#: What's more, it's not always so safe for us to pay online as hackers might steal the user name and password.
#Person1#: It's said that some measures have been taken to deal with this problem. Paying online is much safer than before, but I still have the feeling that it's not safe enough.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. that's why I only do street shopping.
#Person1#: Me too. Sometimes I surf online shops to check some related information, and then go to a physical store to do the actual shopping.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that they may encounter fraud when shopping online and paying online is not safe enough. #Person1# suggests checking related information online and going to a physical store. |
train_8896 | #Person1#: You're made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual.
#Person2#: Where was it from?
#Person1#: It was made in Jingdezhen.
#Person2#: Jingdezhen? Isn't it called ' the capital of porcelain '?
#Person1#: You are right.
#Person2#: This is the very thing I've been dreaming of.
#Person1#: It is the best quality porcelain-the famous egg-shell China.
#Person2#: It must be most precious.
#Person1#: But it is really worth the price. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the china tea set from Jingdezhen which is very precious. |
train_8897 | #Person1#: Good morning, madam. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want some coffee.
#Person1#: Certainly, madam. What kind of coffee do you want to have?
#Person2#: What have you got?
#Person1#: Well. We have espresso, latte, skinny latte, fancy coffee and Americano.
#Person2#: I think I'll have a latte, please.
#Person1#: OK. Wait a minute, please. And the sugar is right over there. | #Person1# introduces coffee types and #Person2# orders a latte. |
train_8898 | #Person1#: Could you tell me a little about the organization? For example, how big is your workforce here?
#Person2#: Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing. The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff.
#Person1#: I see. And how about the working hours?
#Person2#: Well, as you know Rebecca, in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five. You could be on call at any time. We do have to work very unsociable hours at times.
#Person1#: Well I am used to that, Mr. Parsons, so that's not really a shock for me.
#Person2#: Good, as long as you understand that.
#Person1#: And when do you need to fill the vacancy, Mr. Parsons?
#Person2#: Yesterday! But no, we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month.
#Person1#: That sounds ideal. | Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca about their workforce and working hours and he hopes she can start from the beginning of next month. |
train_8899 | #Person1#: Did you lock the doors?
#Person2#: All except the back door. I left that open for Tim. He took the dog for a walk.
#Person1#: Well, I'm going on to bed. I'm beat.
#Person2#: Ok, I'm going to stay up awhile. I'Ve got to go over the household budget, We ' re a little over-spend this month.
#Person1#: Please told Tim to close the door to the basement. I don't want dog down there tonight.
#Person2#: Ok, Good night, see you at breakfast. | #Person1# is going to bed. #Person2# is going to stay up awhile. #Person1# asks #Person2# to tell Tim to close the door. |
train_8900 | #Person1#: Have you bought another handset
#Person2#: No, it is the original one.
#Person1#: This is silver gray, while I remember your handset was black.
#Person2#: I have changed a case for it.
#Person1#: Can a handset case be changed?
#Person2#: Of course. That's why I bought this type. I can change its case frequently, so it is novel to use it.
#Person1#: How many cases are accessible?
#Person2#: There are two more, one is orange and the other is pink. I have bought them all.
#Person1#: It's really going to be fresh all the time. | #Person1# thinks #Person2# has bought another handset but #Person2# just changed a case for it. |
train_8901 | #Person1#: What good sunshine! Let's go and get a suntan on the balcony.
#Person2#: I've had enough of it while working under the sun in the day. I don't need any more sun-tan.
#Person1#: It's different in my case. I work in the office, so only rarely do I get the chance to get any sun.
#Person2#: It might be good to you. But please keep in mind that too much tanning damages the skin rather than does any good to you. You might end up with skin cancer. | #Person1# wants a suntan. #Person2# doesn't need it anymore and reminds #Person1# not to have too much tanning. |
train_8902 | #Person1#: Do you believe in god?
#Person2#: Not at all. I'm an agnostic. Do you?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Why don't you believe there is a god?
#Person2#: I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one.
#Person1#: I basically believe in science over theology. I mean, I believe in evolution for example. However, there are many things that science hasn't explained yet.
#Person2#: I'm sure that science will explain everything eventually. I think that the strangest thing about religion is that so many religions people act in ways that their religion claims are wrong.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Religions preach tolerance, but many wars are caused by intolerant religious fanatics.
#Person1#: Yes. Such people don't appear to be acting in accordance with their religious beliefs. | #Person2# is agnostic and thinks everything has a scientific explanation. #Person1# is not sure about that. They agree that some people don't act in accordance with their religious beliefs. |
train_8903 | #Person1#: Isn't this great? I always wanted to own a farm, live out in the country, grow my own food!
#Person2#: This is very beautiful. Though I have to confess, I don't know the first thing about farming!
#Person1#: That's fine! Don't worry about it!
#Person2#: What was that?
#Person1#: Relax, it was just a goat!
#Person2#: And that?
#Person1#: It's just the cows that are grazing over there. We can milk them later.
#Person2#: What was that?
#Person1#: Honey, seriously, It's just a sheep. Relax! Relax, that was just the horses and donkeys that are in the stable.
#Person2#: You know what? I don't think I can hack it here out in the countryside. I'm going back to the city! | #Person1# wants to own a farm but #Person2# doesn't know about farming. #Person1# tries to relax #Person2# but #Person2# is going back to the city. |
train_8904 | #Person1#: Who's that?
#Person2#: It'me. Susan Taylor
#Person1#: Oh, please come in. nice to see you.
#Person2#: On, what're you doing? You look as busy as a bee.
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm trying to decorate my house.
#Person2#: Really, that's cool. Let me see what you'Ve done.
#Person1#: But actually it's not done yet. I'm going to get a special pendent lamp.
#Person2#: That's all right. Let me see, oh, that lace looks so unique, and it's so creative to make a picture display here. How did you get that idea?
#Person1#: It's just a simple decorating. I just want to add my personality to my living space. | Susan Taylor visits #Person1#. #Person1# is decorating the house to add some personality. Susan praises #Person1#'s idea. |
train_8905 | #Person1#: People are funny.
#Person2#: They sure are.
#Person1#: Did you hear about the pilot?
#Person2#: The one that stole a small plane?
#Person1#: Yes, he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U. S.
#Person2#: Did they catch him?
#Person1#: Yes. After two U. S. fighter jets followed him for an hour, he landed on a highway.
#Person2#: Did he crash?
#Person1#: No, he just landed the plane and walked to a restaurant.
#Person2#: Did the cops find out why he flew into the U. S. ?
#Person1#: His life sucked. He was hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down.
#Person2#: Poor guy. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about a pilot who stole a plane in Canada and hoped a fighter jet would shoot him down. |
train_8906 | #Person1#: Here's Copellini's, my cousin's store.
#Person2#: Sounds like an Italian name with an ' i ' at the end.
#Person1#: Admit it. You just think of Mussolini.
#Person2#: No, I'm an art lover, so I think more of Bellini and Botticelli!
#Person1#: Ah, yes. The Italians do love the sensual forms of the human body.
#Person2#: Don't we all. . . hey! Your cousin sells gift items?
#Person1#: Yeah-all from Italy. See all the saints? They're important to Roman Catholics. | #Person1# introduces #Person2# to #Person1#'s cousin's store. #Person2# thinks the name sounds like Italian and finds some gift items in the store. |
train_8907 | #Person1#: Hello, Zhang lin! Fancy meeting you here!
#Person2#: Hi, Lin Tao. I have't seen you for some time.
#Person1#: How's life going, Zhang Lin?
#Person2#: Yes, the same as ever, thanks. What about you?
#Person1#: Pretty good, thanks. I'm going to see my uncle.
#Person2#: Good bye then, and keep in touch.
#Person1#: Good bye. | Zhang Lin and Lin Tao greet each other. |
train_8908 | #Person1#: You seem to have all the jitters about Jane.
#Person2#: Yeah. I am on edge since she was out to the match.
#Person1#: Keep your fingers crossed. She'll bring home the bacon.
#Person2#: I do have the confidence, but I still worry about her. | #Person2# worries about Jane. #Person1# comforts #Person2#. |
train_8909 | #Person1#: excuse me? How can I get to the nearest branch of the national bank?
#Person2#: there's branch on new street. Walk up this street until you get to the first set of traffic lights. Then turn right at the traffic lights.
#Person1#: how far up the street are the traffic lights?
#Person2#: not far. About 150 meters perhaps.
#Person1#: ok. So I turn right at the traffic lights. Then?
#Person2#: then keep walking until you reach the war memorial. It's a big statue of a soldier. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: ok. Where do I go then?
#Person2#: you'll see the national bank near the war memorial. It's a big building and you'll see a big sign on the front of the building.
#Person1#: got it. Thank you very much. | #Person1# wants to get to the nearest branch of the national bank. #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get there. |
train_8910 | #Person1#: I really need to go shopping.
#Person2#: What do you need to buy?
#Person1#: I need to look for a new bedroom set.
#Person2#: Where are you going to go look for one?
#Person1#: I have absolutely no idea.
#Person2#: You don't know where you want to look for one?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets.
#Person2#: Do you want to know where I got mine from?
#Person1#: Yes, because I love yours.
#Person2#: I purchased mine from IKEA.
#Person1#: Is IKEA affordable?
#Person2#: Not at all, but you get what you pay for. | #Person1# needs a new bedroom set but doesn't know where to get one. #Person2# suggests IKEA. |
train_8911 | #Person1#: How can I get my driver's license?
#Person2#: Have you taken your driving test yet?
#Person1#: I have yet to take my driving test.
#Person2#: Okay, first I'm going to need you to fill out the paperwork.
#Person1#: When can I take my test?
#Person2#: You'll have to make an appointment for that.
#Person1#: I would like to make one right now.
#Person2#: How does Friday sound?
#Person1#: That would be great.
#Person2#: What time would you like to take the test?
#Person1#: If I could do it in the morning, then that would be good.
#Person2#: Eleven o'clock on Friday morning. See you then. | #Person1# needs to take the driving test. #Person2# helps #Person1# to make an appointment at eleven o'clock on Friday morning. |
train_8912 | #Person1#: What do you want to eat for breakfast?
#Person2#: All I usually have is some cereal for breakfast.
#Person1#: You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day?
#Person2#: I sometimes run late in the morning, and can't make breakfast.
#Person1#: That's not a good excuse.
#Person2#: Tell me what you eat in the morning.
#Person1#: I just eat some oatmeal, toast, and orange juice.
#Person2#: That sounds like a great breakfast.
#Person1#: It's good, and it's easy to make.
#Person2#: That sounds like a very quick meal.
#Person1#: So, are you still going to have cereal?
#Person2#: I think I'm going to make myself some oatmeal and toast. | #Person2# usually has cereal for breakfast. #Person1# doesn't approve it and finally #Person2# decides to eat oatmeal and toast. |
train_8913 | #Person1#: Hey, check out this new game I bought today.
#Person2#: Wow! It's a trivia game all about the Academy Awards.
#Person1#: I know you love the Oscars. This game has some great questions about all types of movies.
#Person2#: Does it have questions about foreign language films? There's hardly any American films worth watching.
#Person1#: Yes. In fact, one of the categories is on foreign language films. | #Person1# shows a game about the Academy Awards to #Person2#. #Person2# is interested. |
train_8914 | #Person1#: I've known from your resume that you are a college graduate.
#Person2#: Yes, madam. I graduated from Tianjin College of Finance and Trade three years ago.
#Person1#: What did you take as your major in college?
#Person2#: I took Accounting as my major.
#Person1#: What kinds of work were you in charge of in the previous company?
#Person2#: I was in charge of cost price and sales revenue.
#Person1#: All right, I see. Why do you want to work for a Sino-American joint venture enterprise now?
#Person2#: There are two reasons for me to do it. First, I'm sure that there will be more opportunities for advancement If I enter your enterprise. Secondly, I'd like to acquaint myself with American culture if possible.
#Person1#: Well, Mr. Zhang, you must know, what we need is a capable accountant, and we won't have enough time to tell him some other things.
#Person2#: Yes, madam. I know that I'll be expected, first of all, to work hard if I'm hired. | Mr. Zhang says his major is Accounting and he was in charge of cost price and sales revenue in the previous company but he leaves because he wants more opportunities and access to American culture in #Person1#'s company. |
train_8915 | #Person1#: Hi, Mike, where are you going?
#Person2#: I'm going to down town.
#Person1#: At this time? Why don't you go there tomorrow? It is almost dark.
#Person2#: My boy wants me to buy a toy, so I think I'd better satisfy him.
#Person1#: But I have seen many toys in your home.
#Person2#: There is none now because he likes to destroy toys.
#Person1#: But if he always destroys toys and asks you to buy new ones, what will you do?
#Person2#: Yes, I am annoyed by this, too.
#Person1#: And you still buy him new ones?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: You will spoil him. | Mike is going downtown to buy a toy for his boy who likes to destroy toys. #Person1# thinks he'll spoil the boy. |
train_8916 | #Person1#: How do you feel about this restaurant?
#Person2#: I really liked it!
#Person1#: I really enjoyed the food.
#Person2#: What did you enjoy the most?
#Person1#: I enjoyed the fish the most.
#Person2#: The fish was pretty special, but I loved the dessert.
#Person1#: The macadamia cake was out-of-this-world!
#Person2#: I really felt that the service was exceptionally good.
#Person1#: Yes, the service really added to the experience.
#Person2#: I am looking forward to returning to this restaurant. | #Person1# and #Person2# both like the restaurant, including the food, the dessert, and the service. |
train_8917 | #Person1#: Do you have any tables?
#Person2#: Yes. We've got plenty of tables in stock. Will you have a look at this one?
#Person1#: It's a nice color, and the style is not bad, but a bit too small. I'd like to get a slightly larger one.
#Person2#: How about this one?
#Person1#: Mmm, I like it. How much is it?
#Person2#: Seventy US dollars.
#Person1#: Here is the money. Could you deliver this to my house?
#Person2#: Of course. We are always at your service.
#Person1#: Here is my name card. Thanks.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# recommends a table for #Person1#. #Person1# pays seventy US dollars for it and asks #Person2# to deliver it. |
train_8918 | #Person1#: You look a bit under the weather.
#Person2#: I am not feeling all the great. I think I have that crud that is going around.
#Person1#: I know that it's going around the dorms.
#Person2#: My boyfriend hasn't been feeling so well. Maybe he passed it on to me.
#Person1#: I have some cold tablets if you would like one.
#Person2#: Mostly, I feel like I need some rest and hot soup.
#Person1#: Drinking liquids and getting rest is a good idea with a cold.
#Person2#: My grandmother thinks that honey and whiskey is a good cure for a cold.
#Person1#: You could always go to the pharmacy if it gets worse and you want suggestions.
#Person2#: If things don't get better in a few days, I will look for some other solutions. | #Person2# seems to have a cold and feels like some rest and hot soup. #Person1# suggests going to the pharmacy if it gets worse. |
train_8919 | #Person1#: How long have you been in this company?
#Person2#: I came two years ago after I graduated from college. This is my first job.
#Person1#: You must have found much difference between working in company and studying in college.
#Person2#: Of course! Everyday, there is a deadline to meet. Bosses watching and testing me all the time, not liking in college, handed in paper months later and tested on schedule. It is so busy. But anyway, I have been trying my best to be a good employee.
#Person1#: Well, you'Ve adapted yourself very well. Everyone in our office thinks you'Ve made a great progress in the past two years. What is your secret?
#Person2#: It is so encouraging to hear this remark. The secret is to make plans. Write down your goals, short-term and long-term and make detail plans for a week or a month. Then just work hard. | #Person2# thinks working is busier than studying but #Person2# tries #Person2#'s best. #Person1# thinks #Person2# has made great progress. #Person2#'s secret is to make plans and work hard. |
train_8920 | #Person1#: What kinds of things do you like to do?
#Person2#: I've always liked to draw and paint.
#Person1#: I didn't know you knew how to draw and paint.
#Person2#: I do it every once in a while.
#Person1#: How long have you known how to do that?
#Person2#: I first learned how to do it in high school.
#Person1#: Did you take some sort of art class or something?
#Person2#: That was my favorite class.
#Person1#: You have got to be talented.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: If only I was talented.
#Person2#: You have a talent. You just don't know what it is yet. | #Person2# has liked to draw and paint since hight school. #Person1# thinks #Person2# has a talent and wishes to have a talent too. |
train_8921 | #Person1#: Excuse me, could you please show me the way to the human resource department?
#Person2#: Yes, but have you made an appointment ahead?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. I am Monica. I have made an appointment with your HR manager.
#Person2#: Just a minute please. I'll make a call to the HR office.
#Person1#: Yes, they confirm your appointment. Please come in. It is on the 3rd floor, room 3106. You can take the right elevator as the left on is in maintenance today.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Monica wants to go to the human resource department. #Person2# confirms her appointment and shows her the way. |
train_8922 | #Person1#: You know Ernie, it seems we both like the same artists.
#Person2#: Yes, we do. I think we have the same musical tastes.
#Person1#: But if we're going to start a band, we have to be able to sing and dance. Can you do that?
#Person2#: I'm not a very good singer, but I'm a really great dancer! I love hip hop dancing.
#Person1#: Great! I'll sing, and you can dance in our band. | #Person1# and Ernie have the same musical tastes. If they start a band, #Person1#'ll sing and Ernie will dance. |
train_8923 | #Person1#: Hi. Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm interested in a job your company posted on the Internet.
#Person1#: We posted several positions. Which position are you looking for?
#Person2#: It is a position in your Maintenance Department. Is it available?
#Person1#: Yes. Applications will be accepted for this position until next Friday.
#Person2#: I have no experience but I'm interested in it.
#Person1#: If you're interested in this position, please send me your resume.
#Person2#: I don't have my resume with me, but I will send you a copy immediately. Can I fill out the application form right now?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person2# is looking for a position in #Person1#'s Maintenance Department. #Person1# asks #Person2# to send his resume and fill out the application form. |
train_8924 | #Person1#: Welcome, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I wanna go to America for my vacation.
#Person1#: No problem. Actually, we have some great packages. The most exciting season of Hawaii is now. How about a relaxing vacation in Hawaii?
#Person2#: Sounds good. Are there any group tours I can go with?
#Person1#: Yes. There will be one at the end of this month. For many people, a Hawaiian vacation promises languid days filled with sunbathing and poolside cocktails. For others, it's all about non-stop action in one of the world's most extreme natural playgrounds. Whether you are in search of quiet relaxation or unbridled stimulation, Hawaii gives you the best of both.
#Person2#: Great. So how long is the trip?
#Person1#: 15 days. The transportation by air will take five days.
#Person2#: Fine. I happen to have 20 days for holiday, so exciting! How many places will be visited and what are they? Where will be staying and how about the food there?
#Person1#: Sir, let's do it step by step. First, we will visit over 25 different places. Most of the places are in Hawaii's Big Island. We will stay in Arlott's Lodge
#Person2#: Well, cool. What's the price for this trip?
#Person1#: Well, right now there's a special rate for 40, 000 RMB for this package, including everything such as airline ticket, tour guides, hotels and food. All you have to do is to sign up and we will take care of everything.
#Person2#: Well. 40, 000 RMB that's really a lot of money. I will have to think about it.
#Person1#: Sure. By the way, this special price is only good through the end of the week.
#Person2#: Is it Thursday? I mean if I let the chance slide. . .
#Person1#: Yes, sir. It will be a great pity!
#Person2#: Well. Ok, I will take it.
#Person1#: Thank you! | #Person2# wants to go to America for his vacation. #Person1# recommends a package to Hawaii at the end of this month which lasts for 15 days and introduces the places and food there. #Person2# thinks the package is expensive at first but then decides to take it. |
train_8925 | #Person1#: So can we play PlayStation later?
#Person2#: Sure, if you're done!
#Person1#: All my games are so lame, Mom. When can I get a new one?
#Person2#: Well, listen, Honey, you've been a big help lately. . .
#Person1#: Right on. I'm gonna get a new game!
#Person2#: If you take out the garbage and do the dishes, I'll think about it.
#Person1#: I knew there would be a catch!
#Person2#: Nothing in life is free, Son.
#Person1#: Except housework, that is. | #Person1# wants a new game. #Person2# asks him to do housework as an exchange. |
train_8926 | #Person1#: Tom, does your throat hurt?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK. Do you want to get better?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK. We want you to get better, too. You'll have your tonsils out tomorrow, and you won't get so many colds any more.
#Person2#: But if I have my tonsils out tomorrow, I'll miss my birthday party on Saturday.
#Person1#: I know. It's a problem, isn't it? Let me try to work something out.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I have to think about it.
#Person2#: You're joking with me.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm not, Tom. Give me a chance to think about it, and I'll get a new idea.
#Person2#: A surprise?
#Person1#: Maybe. But you just put on your clothes, and I'll think of a surprise.
#Person2#: Will it hurt?
#Person1#: No. There are other boys and girls, and they are having tonsils out. When we get there, you'll see them operated courageously.
#Person2#: I don't want to.
#Person1#: Change your clothes, Tom. Everything will just be fine. | Tom will have his tonsils out tomorrow but he doesn't want to because he'll miss his birthday party. #Person1#'ll take him to see other children having tonsils out courageously. |
train_8927 | #Person1#: Hey, Dave. Can we talk for a minute?
#Person2#: Sure about what? I'm kind of busy, but yeah ...
#Person1#: Well, ....um, well, I'm not sure what to say, but um ...
#Person2#: Come on. come on.
#Person1#: Well, ...
#Person2#: What is it? I've never known my sister to be at a loss for words.
#Person1#: Well, you know Dave. I've got to be honest. I'm getting really, really concerned about your drinking.
#Person2#: What are you talking about?
#Person1#: Well, uh, it's ...
#Person2#: Can't a person just have a few drinks without people getting on their case? I mean, first, Dad, then you!
#Person1#: Dave, Dave. No seriously. Listen, Dave. You're my brother. I love you, but you've had two DUIs, you lost your last job because you showed up drunk, your girlfriend's going to dump you because you're drinking too much. Dave.
#Person2#: You don't understand. I have it under control.
#Person1#: Dave, you don't.
#Person2#: That was the old me.
#Person1#: Dave. You got your last DUI three weeks ago. You can't keep doing this. Dave, you're going to kill someone.
#Person2#: I thought ...
#Person1#: You might kill yourself.
#Person2#: I thought siblings there, were there to support each other, and that's not what you're doing right now.
#Person1#: Dave. I love you, and I'm trying to help you. I really care about you. And these friends that you hang out with ... they're not friends. A friend is a person who is honest and frank with you, not these so-called buddies you've got that encourage you to go and buy booze for any old party.
#Person2#: You just know them like I don't. I mean ...
#Person1#: I know them well enough. Come on. Wake up. These guys are dragging you down.
#Person2#: I've had enough.
#Person1#: No, no. Listen. The truth hurts; it stings. Listen. I know. I've seen what's happening to you, and look, there's ...
#Person2#: You don't understand.
#Person1#: You know what? AA. Alcoholics Anonymous. You can go there and you can meet with other people, and they can help you be sober.
#Person2#: That's for people who have problems.
#Person1#: You've got problems, Dave. AA. There's no membership fees, anyone can attend, the meetings are very confidential. I'll even go with you. I'll help you. What do you say? Come on.
#Person2#: Right. Like I said, I'm in control. I just need more time to deal with this. It just takes a little bit more time.
#Person1#: Dave. How long? You can't do this alone. You're not doing it.
#Person2#: No, I'm done. You'll see, you'll see.
#Person1#: Dave, No. I can't ... it'll kill me if there's another DUI, an accident, something, I'm really worried, Dave.
#Person2#: I'm done, I'm done. I don't want to talk about this anymore. | #Person1# tries to persuade Dave not to drink with his friends anymore and to go to Alcoholics Anonymous because #Person1#, as Dave's sister, is worried about him after he had two DUIs and lost his last job and his girlfriend. Dave refuses #Person1#'s suggestions and doesn't want to talk about it anymore. |
train_8928 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Hello Roger? This is Ann.
#Person1#: Oh hi, Ann. How have you been? And how's your new apartment working out?
#Person2#: Well, that's what I'm calling about. You see, I've decided to look for a new place.
#Person1#: Oh, what's the problem with your place now? I thought you liked the apartment.
#Person2#: Oh, I do, but it's a little far from campus, and the commute is just killing me. Do you think you could help? I thought you might know more about the housing situation near the school.
#Person1#: Okay, what's your budget like? I mean how much do you want to spend on rent?
#Person2#: Uh, somewhere under $200 a month, including utilities, if I could. Oh, and I'd prefer to rent a furnished apartment.
#Person1#: Hmm. And anything else?
#Person2#: Yeah, I need a parking space.
#Person1#: Well, I know there's an apartment complex around the corner that seems to have a few vacancies. I'll drop by there on my way to class today.
#Person2#: Hey, thanks a lot.
#Person1#: No problem. | Ann wants to look for a new place near the campus. Roger asks about her budget and requirements and promises to drop by at the apartment complex to have a look for her. |
train_8929 | #Person1#: That looks like the main entrance. Do we have to buy tickets?
#Person2#: No, I had several tickets sent to me. Here, take one each. Let's have a look at the equipment. The exhibition is on the two floors, with two main halls on each floor.
#Person1#: Then what's on the ground floor?
#Person2#: Radios, televisions, video equipment and home computers-all in Hall 1. Office equipment is in Hall 2.
#Person1#: How about the first floor?
#Person2#: Here we are. The communications equipment and large computer systems are upstairs. About every major computer company in the world is here, it seems.
#Person1#: Dr. Jackson, are there any companies here that you've dealt with before?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, several. We've had dealings with Cosmic Computers for some years, but we're not satisfied with their after-sales service-they take a long time to deliver spare parts and charge more.
#Person1#: I've heard some very good reports about another firm called Universal Computers. | Dr. Jackson gives #Person1# tickets and tells #Person1# the radios and televisions are on the ground floor, and the communication equipment is on the first floor. Jackson's dealt with Cosmic computers but he wasn't satisfied. |
train_8930 | #Person1#: Let me help you to some more fish.
#Person2#: The fish is delicious. But I've had enough now. I'd like to have some soup.
#Person1#: Here it is. Help yourself.
#Person2#: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If my wife were here, she would be surprised as I am.
#Person1#: Well, bring your wife too if you come here next time. I haven't seen her for quite some time.
#Person2#: Sure, I will. My wife will be very happy to see you, too. Well, I'm full now. Thank you for your wonderful meal.
#Person1#: I'm glad you enjoyed it. | #Person2# enjoys the meal cooked by #Person1#. #Person1# asks #Person2# to bring #Person2#'s wife next time. |
train_8931 | #Person1#: Do you rent rooms by the week? You see, I'm not sure whether we will stay for a whole month.
#Person2#: Well, it's 30 dollars a week, plus 10 dollars for electricity, but only 130 dollars a month inclusive. | #Person1# wants to rent rooms by the week but #Person2# tells #Person1# it's economical to rent by the month. |
train_8932 | #Person1#: I have been looking at this online catalog for over an hour and I still haven't finished getting all the kitchen appliances that we need!
#Person2#: What are you getting?
#Person1#: Well, the first thing on my list is a new blender. I decided to also get a juicer and a new coffee maker.
#Person2#: Don't forget to also get a new mixer. I lent the old one to my brother and he broke it.
#Person1#: Yeah I know. I also decided to throw away the old toaster and get a new one. I am also getting a rice cooker and steamer to make some nice steamed fish or veggies.
#Person2#: I'm actually thinking of completely refurnishing the kitchen and getting a new stove, oven, dishwasher and trash compacter.
#Person1#: That's a good idea ! The kitchen will look amazing! | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the new kitchen appliances they need. They decide to completely refurnish it. |
train_8933 | #Person1#: Thank you for your letter.
#Person2#: Is your waist any better?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm feeling very well these days.
#Person2#: I'm glad you are getting better.
#Person1#: And I was glad to receive your letter.
#Person2#: Then when will you be back again?
#Person1#: I will be back again next Wednesday.
#Person2#: I hope to see you at that time again. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the letter and tells #Person2# #Person1#'ll be back. |
train_8934 | #Person1#: When are you going to take your vacation?
#Person2#: I've got a 10-day vacation starting from July twenty-fifth.
#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: To Hawaii.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good place. Is your family going?
#Person2#: Yes, we plan to climb the mountains, go fishing, swimming and windsurfing. Just to relax. My wife is taking a whole bunch of books to read.
#Person1#: Your children must be all excited about it.
#Person2#: Yes, they are. They're already crossing out days on the calendar. Are you going to Europe again this summer?
#Person1#: No, not this time. We're going to visit some old friends in Egypt.
#Person2#: Are you going by ship or taking a flight?
#Person1#: We are going by air. | #Person2# is going to Hawaii with #Person2#'s family during the vacation. #Person1# is going to visit some old friends in Egypt by air. |
train_8935 | #Person1#: Hi Sandra.
#Person2#: Hi.
#Person1#: Are you working on something?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm preparing a presentation for my history class.
#Person1#: What's it about?
#Person2#: It's about the different people that discovered America.
#Person1#: I thought Christopher Columbus discovered America?
#Person2#: Well not.
#Person1#: In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.
#Person2#: Yeah, well, he did, but it turns out that Columbus wasn't the first person to get to the New World at all.
#Person1#: Was he the first European?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Who? | Sandra tells #Person1# she is preparing a presentation for her history class about the different people that discovered America. |
train_8936 | #Person1#: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.
#Person2#: That's good. Now what should we do?
#Person1#: We need to plan the menu.
#Person2#: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our thirty nineth wedding anniversary. Remember? I asked Thompson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go for the recipe.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, I remember. Time sure flies. Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary and Thompson was very friendly. You know chef seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.
#Person1#: I understand that. So you see I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.
#Person2#: Well, Thompson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?
#Person1#: Linda? Oh my gosh. I forgot to invite her. She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me. I think I'm getting old.
#Person2#: Looks like you are. | #Person1# has sent out the invitations for the dinner party of their golden anniversary and tells #Person2# #Person1# is going to make the chicken salad. #Person2# reminds #Person1# Linda doesn't eat chicken. #Person1# finds #Person1# forgot to invite her. |
train_8937 | #Person1#: Hello. Mr. Othman? This is Michael in Mr. Emory ' s office. He ' d like to set up and appointment with you to talk about buying a new copier.
#Person2#: Sure, I ' d be glad to. What time frame did he have in mind?
#Person1#: He ' d like to do it as soon as possible, sir. How about tomorrow at 2:45?
#Person2#: Mm, yeah, that ' ll be great. Tell him I ' ll see him then. | Michael phones Mr. Othman to set up an appointment between Mr. Emory and Othman. |
train_8938 | #Person1#: Well, Mitzuko-san, I hope you like it here. This is my favourite restaurant in Taipei. It reminds me of my youth when I traveled around Europe.
#Person2#: It looks wonderful. Very authentic.
#Person1#: The chef trained in Florence. The pasta is very good here.
#Person2#: OK. So, what can you recommend?
#Person1#: Hum... You should try the mushroom fettucine. It's really good.
#Person2#: Is it salty?
#Person1#: Not at all. It has a very delicate flavor.
#Person2#: What does ' Duppa del Giono ' mean? I'm sorry I don't know how to pronounce that.
#Person1#: Oh, that means soup of the day. I'll ask the waiter what they have today. Have you tried mussels cooked the Italian way? They're really delicious.
#Person2#: No. I'll try them. Sounds good. | #Person1# and Mitzuko-san talk about what to order at an Italian restaurant in Taipei. #Person1# recommends the mushroom fettuccine and mussels. |
train_8939 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Green. Please have a seat. I received your resume last Monday and I would like to say I'm very impressed.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: May I asked why you are interested in working for us?
#Person2#: Your company has an impressive reputation. My uncle worked for your company for many years.
#Person1#: Oh, did he?
#Person2#: Yes, but he retired 5 years ago.
#Person1#: Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?
#Person2#: I'm a senior broker in a large company. I deal with clients on a daily basis, handling all aspects of their accounts personally.
#Person1#: Do you think you are the right candidate for this position?
#Person2#: Yes, I do think I am the right candidate for this position.
#Person1#: Why do you think you're the right candidate for this position?
#Person2#: Well, I have a lot of experience in this area. I have all the qualifications you need. I enjoy working with people. In my current job, I'm in charge of a team of eight people.
#Person1#: Well, you might be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?
#Person2#: Yes, if I were hired, when would you like me to start?
#Person1#: At the end of this month.
#Person2#: And how many accounts would I handle?
#Person1#: You'll be supervising six brokers who manage a combined total of 310 accounts.
#Person2#: What kind of benefit package do you offer?
#Person1#: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year of employment. You're also eligible for medical and dental insurance. And we offer a generous retirement pension plan after 10 years of service. Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: No, not at the moment.
#Person1#: Well, I'll have to discuss your application with my colleagues, and we'll get back to you early next week.
#Person2#: Thanks. It was very nice to meet you.
#Person1#: It was nice to meet you, too. And thanks for coming in today. | #Person1# interviews Mr. Green who is a senior broker in a large company. Mr. Green thinks he is qualified for the position because of his rich experience and leadership. #Person1# seems to be satisfied with Mr. Green and tells him about the job content and benefits package. |
train_8940 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. I am coming to apply for the position of accountant.
#Person2#: Oh, please sit down. What university did you graduate from?
#Person1#: I graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce.
#Person2#: What was your major at college?
#Person1#: My major was accounting.
#Person2#: Can you name some of the courses you completed in relation to accounting?
#Person1#: Sure. I took such courses as accounting principles, commercial accounting, cost accounting, industrial accounting, electronic data processing accounting, and accounting involved in foreign capital enterprises.
#Person2#: What kind of work are you doing now?
#Person1#: I'm engaged in accounting.
#Person2#: What are your responsibilities in your present work?
#Person1#: My work involves various routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks including journal entries, verifying data and reconciling discrepancies, preparing detailed reports from raw data, and checking accounting documents for completeness, mathematical accuracy and consistency.
#Person2#: Are you familiar with the PRC Financial and Tax Regulations?
#Person1#: I think so.
#Person2#: Can you tell me something about this balance sheet now?
#Person1#: Of course. This balance sheet contains three major sections, that is, assets, liabilities and owner's equity. So, you see, the total current liabilities of your company are $ 3, 372, 000, and the owner's equity is $ 5, 400, 000. That means that the total assets, which is equal to the sum of the creditor's and the owner's equities, are $ 8, 772, 000.
#Person2#: What's the creditor's equity?
#Person1#: The creditor's equity is the same as liabilities. | #Person2# interviews #Person1# who graduated from Tianjin College of Commerce. #Person2# asks #Person1# about #Person1#'s major at college and #Person1#'s present work and tests #Person1#'s working ability. #Person1# presently works on routine bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks. #Person1# knows about the balance sheet and the creditor's equity. |
train_8941 | #Person1#: How do you usually get to school?
#Person2#: I usually ride my bike. Which form of transport do you prefer to use?
#Person1#: I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle, but when I feel lazy, I drive my car.
#Person2#: I think we should discourage people from using their private cars. They produce too much pollution!
#Person1#: I agree, but I would find it difficult to stop using my car. It's just so convenient.
#Person2#: Cars might be convenient, but they're so bad for the environment.
#Person1#: Do you have a car?
#Person2#: No. I used to have one though. Once I started using my bicycle to get around, I found that I didn't really need it.
#Person1#: Maybe if I sold my car now, I wouldn't be so tempted to use it.
#Person2#: You could try. It would save you a lot of money.
#Person1#: That's true. Every month, I spend hundreds of dollars on gas, insurance, and repairs.
#Person2#: If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving, you will get lots of exercise, too!
#Person1#: I could stand to lose a few pounds. Having a car has made me lazy. I never end up walking anywhere!
#Person2#: Let's go to a car dealership. I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price.
#Person1#: Sounds good! Let's go! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about their way of transportation. #Person2# rides a bicycle and persuades #Person1# to give up driving a car. #Person2# thinks bikes are good for the environment and can make people exercise. #Person1# agrees and decides to sell the car. |
train_8942 | #Person1#: Hi, my name is Violet. Come with me, and I'll help you wash your hair.
#Person2#: My hair is kind of dry and brittle. . .
#Person1#: I'll pick a shampoo that's just right for your hair type. Sit right here, and rest your neck on the side of the sink. Is the water too hot?
#Person2#: No, it's just perfect.
#Person1#: Let me know if I'm using too much force.
#Person2#: No, really, it feels great.
#Person1#: OK! You're all set! Come back with me to your seat, and Eva will be right with you. | Violet helps #Person2# wash #Person2#'s hair. Violet picks the right shampoo and the proper water temperature. #Person2# feels great. |
train_8943 | #Person1#: So, where can I start my work?
#Person2#: Well, your job is to compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts. You're also responsible for preparing profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
#Person1#: And I represent?
#Person2#: Our company just concluded a business transaction. You can help with documenting varies financial sheets involved in this transaction.
#Person1#: Ok, thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Feel free to ask me any time you need help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s job is to compile and analyze financial information and document for a business transaction. |
train_8944 | #Person1#: Millions of amateur investors like you, have to rely on a dizzying array of financial newspapers, magazines and commentators to get investment information.
#Person2#: Yes. It's sometimes scary if you think of the tremendous amount of media we face every day.
#Person1#: It's like information overload, not to mention the reliability of these papers and magazines.
#Person2#: Which financial magazines and newspapers do you think do the best job of checking facts?
#Person1#: Well, for example, The Wall Street Journal is very, very good. Even though it's used on occasion ( as all news organizations are ) by Ces or bankers who leak their mergers in advance in order to get a positive spin.
#Person2#: I like to read Fortune.
#Person1#: Good. Fortune is usually ahead of the curve. And Business Week is very solid, too.
#Person2#: Where does a broadcast company get most of their information? I hope it's not just from press releases.
#Person1#: A good broadcast company usually does far more than press releases. Their people go out and do real reporting, talking to people at the stock exchange, fund managers, analysts, etc.
#Person2#: But sometimes when a flimsy report, or even a rumor gets on television, there's going to be a terrible'echo chamber'effect.
#Person1#: You are right about that. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about financial information. #Person1# thinks The Wall Street Journal does the best job of checking facts while #Person2# likes reading Fortune. #Person1# thinks a broadcast company usually does more but #Person2# also mentions its hazards. |
train_8945 | #Person1#: Mom, is there anything in the fridge I can eat before dinner?
#Person2#: There's some leftover pizza from last night.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Um, I think there may be some leftover lasagna from the other day.
#Person1#: Do I have any other choices?
#Person2#: There might be some birthday cake left in the freezer.
#Person1#: Is everything in the fridge leftovers? I hate leftovers!
#Person2#: You can wash the vegetables and cut the chicken and I'll make dinner! | #Person1# asks #Person1#'s mom for something to eat but is unwilling to eat the leftovers. |
train_8946 | #Person1#: What do you mean his grandmothers are already dead? Wait a minute, you don't think he's avoiding me, do you?
#Person2#: Well you know, claiming that your grandmother is sick is the classic excuse used to get out of doing something.
#Person1#: Oh man, I hate rejection. It really makes you feel terrible, especially when you really liked the person.
#Person2#: Is there anything I can do to help? Just remember that I'm there for you if you want to talk about it. | #Person1# is upset due to the rejection of a boy. #Person2# comforts her. |
train_8947 | #Person1#: The band is pretty good. How do you like the music?
#Person2#: It's very nice. I haven't heard live music in a while. This is fun.
#Person1#: Well, then, may I invite you for the next dance?
#Person2#: Of course. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer. . .
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm not much of a dancer myself.
#Person2#: You're dancing so well.
#Person1#: You dance beautifully too.
#Person2#: When did you learn to dance?
#Person1#: In college. But I don't dance very often. What's your favourite dance?
#Person2#: It's hard to say. It depends. But I love the waltz.
#Person1#: How about tango?
#Person2#: Oh, I like it. It's such a beautiful dance, but I can't do it well. What about you?
#Person1#: Tango is my favorite. Anything but hip-hop or the foxtrot. ( the music has stopped )
#Person2#: Thank you for the dance.
#Person1#: My pleasure. Let's go and have a drink.
#Person2#: OK. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to dance, then they talk about dancing. They compliment each other's dance moves. #Person2# loves the waltz, while #Person1#'s favorite is tango. They'll have a drink together. |
train_8948 | #Person1#: I don't know. I think you might be over the hill.
#Person2#: Well, if not gymnastics, then mountain biking.
#Person1#: Mountain biking is an Olympic sport?
#Person2#: Since 1996 it has been. And I bet I'd be pretty good at it. I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day. | #Person2# tells #Person1# mountain biking is an Olympic sport and #Person2# is good at it. |
train_8949 | #Person1#: David, why didn't you clean the room?
#Person2#: I'm not in the mood.
#Person1#: Why are you feeling depressed?
#Person2#: I was told my girlfriend was speaking ill of me. That's a real let-down.
#Person1#: I don't think she will do such a thing.
#Person2#: But she did and made me disappointed.
#Person1#: Oh, cheer up. A girlfriend is not everything.
#Person2#: But she means a lot to me.
#Person1#: Then forgive her mistake.
#Person2#: Oh. I just can't forget it. | David is depressed because his girlfriend spoke ill of him. #Person1# cheers him up, but David can't forget it. |
train_8950 | #Person1#: I'm Miss Sherman. What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Well, apparently I'Ve run up quite a bill. I was under the impression that the Junior Executive Holiday Package only cost 250 dollars per night. I'Ve just been informed that it's actually 500 do
#Person1#: That's true. For the Junior Executive Room. . . three nights. . . yes, your bill should be $ 1, 500
#Person2#: But I definitely was led to believe that a three-night stay would be $ 750.
#Person1#: The advertised rate is based on double occupancy.
#Person2#: When I booked the room, your staff didn't mention this. And the brochure and your promotional mailings do not mention that.
#Person1#: Are you quite sure?
#Person2#: Yes. Have a look.
#Person1#: I see. I had no idea our advertising was so misleading. It is here, but it's in the fine print on the last page.
#Person2#: Perhaps you could arrange to provide me with a new bill that reflects the advertised rate.
#Person1#: Normally I couldn't do that. But under the circumstances, I'll see what I can arrange. Customer satisfaction is our primary aim.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2#'s bill is much higher than expected and insists #Person2# wasn't informed of the price. #Person2# demands a new bill that reflects the advertised rate and Miss Sherman promises to arrange. |
train_8951 | #Person1#: Do you have any idea why I pulled you over today?
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: One of your brake lights is out.
#Person2#: Really? I'm sorry. I did not know that.
#Person1#: I'm going to give you a ticket.
#Person2#: Why can't you just let me off with a warning?
#Person1#: It's just a ticket.
#Person2#: How much is the fine?
#Person1#: The judge will let you know.
#Person2#: I have to be at court?
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: All right. Just give me the ticket. | #Person1# pulls #Person2# over and gives #Person2# a ticket because #Person2#'s brake light is out. #Person2# is reluctant but accepts. |
train_8952 | #Person1#: Is that the latest issue of Reader you're reading?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. It has some really good articles in it.
#Person1#: I know. I have been a subscriber for the past two years.
#Person2#: I didn't know that. How much does it cost to subscribe?
#Person1#: I'm not exactly sure, but it's not that expensive at all.
#Person2#: I used to subscribe to it, but I cancelled my subscription last year.
#Person1#: Why did you do that?
#Person2#: I was the only person in my family reading it. Everyone in my family just likes to read Fashion.
#Person1#: It's the same in my family. The coffee table in my living room is covered with copies of Fashion. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Reader. Both of them enjoy reading it while their family members don't. |
train_8953 | #Person1#: Good morning, may I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I want to remit one thousand Yuan to Magnolia Company.
#Person1#: Please fill out this form, please.
#Person2#: OK. . . Do I put on Magnolia Company for the receiver?
#Person1#: Yes. You must put on its name and full address.
#Person2#: OK, I see. Here you are. Is that OK now?
#Person1#: Let me check. Yes. Your one thousand remittance, please.
#Person2#: Here you are. What is the rate?
#Person1#: This rate is one percent. That will be 10 Yuan.
#Person2#: OK, when will this remittance arrive?
#Person1#: Generally it will arrive within a week.
#Person2#: That's good. Is there anything else?
#Person1#: No. That's all. You have to take good care of this copy of this transfer order.
#Person2#: Thanks, I will. | #Person2# wants to remit one thousand Yuan to Magnolia Company. #Person1# helps #Person2# fill out the form and tells #Person2# it'll arrive within a week. |
train_8954 | #Person1#: My mother bought me a new video game.
#Person2#: What's it like?
#Person1#: Well, the hero is a Super Warrior. He has to fight the bad guys to find the treasure.
#Person2#: Who are the bad guys?
#Person1#: There are a lot! Two really bad ones are Giant Monster and Human Spider.
#Person2#: Wow! Where's the treasure?
#Person1#: It's in a dungeon, under a castle.
#Person2#: How do you find it?
#Person1#: It's not easy to find. Anyway, you can come to my home after school today and try.
#Person2#: Great! | #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person1#'s new video game. #Person2# is interested, so #Person1# invites #Person2# to try the game. |
train_8955 | #Person1#: Well, the way you drive, Jen. . . I still don't think that's a good idea.
#Person2#: I really love this music. It's a compilation.
#Person1#: I know. It's a mix of all the latest songs.
#Person2#: And you got them off the Net?
#Person1#: No. I recorded these from your Cds.
#Person2#: Well, thanks for asking for my permission. . . Now hand it over and let me record!
#Person1#: I knew I shouldn't have shown you my new toy. . . | #Person1# tells Jen #Person1# recorded the songs from Jen's CDs, and then Jen asks #Person1# to give her the recorder. |
train_8956 | #Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I were thirty.
#Person1#: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look great! You are beautiful!
#Person2#: Yes, I am, but I think it's time for some plastic surgery I'm tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin. See?
#Person1#: I don't see any wrinkles or sagging skin! You are 25, stop being ridiculous. Besides, I think that people who get Boto, have facelifts, or tummy tucks look weird. It doesn't look natural.
#Person2#: Whatever, I think I'm gonna get liposuction and a nose job and some breast implants as well.
#Person1#: I think you need to get brain surgery. I honestly don't think you need cosmetic surgery. You look amazing.
#Person2#: I thought you were my friend and would support me on this! I just want to feel better about myself and feel more attractive.
#Person1#: You don't need plastic surgery to do that. You are fine the way you are and you have guys drooling all over you! Plus, plastic surgery hurts!
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yeah! When I got my nose job I was black and blue for a week! | #Person2# tells #Person1# she feels unsatisfied with her appearance and wants some plastic surgery. #Person1# disagrees with #Person2# and persuades her into giving up the idea. |
train_8957 | #Person1#: Hello sir, welcome to Pistolera restaurant. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like the chicken cheese enchiladas with a side of guacamole.
#Person1#: I'm sorry sir, but we ran out of chicken. May I suggest our delicious beef burritos or cheese quesadillas? Both include a side of guacamole and jalapenos.
#Person2#: Sure I'll have the burrito. Do you have nachos?
#Person1#: Of course sir. Our nachos come with melted cheese and chili.
#Person2#: Sounds good.
#Person1#: Would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: Sure, I'll have a Corona. | #Person2# orders the burrito, nachos, and a Corona at a restaurant with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_8958 | #Person1#: I want to check out today. My plane leaves at 3 p. m.
#Person2#: Which room are you staying in now, sir?
#Person1#: I am in Room 205. My name is Bill Smith. When shall I check out?
#Person2#: Usually if you are leaving today, you'd better check out before 12 noon, and leave the room. If you check out after 12 noon, we will count one day more.
#Person1#: Oh, I didn't know that.
#Person2#: Since your plane leaves at 3 p. m. it will be too early for you to leave the hotel at 12 0'clock. We can arrange you to stay in the room until 1 p. m. ; but first you should still check out before 12 noon.
#Person1#: That's very considerate of you. May I have my bill?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Here it is.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: Your bill comes to 60 dollars. How would you like it to be paid? With cash or credit card?
#Person1#: I'd like it to be charged to my credit card.
#Person2#: Would you please give to me, and will imprint it? | Bill Smith comes to check out. #Person2# tells Bill he can stay in the room, but he should still check out before noon. Bill is grateful and pays for his bill. |
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