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train_10059 | #Person1#: Linda, would you care for some candies or cookies?
#Person2#: No, don't try to tempt me. I'm becoming chubby, and I have to slender down.
#Person1#: You are not really chubby. You are actually thin enough.
#Person2#: I don't think so. I know I've put on weight this winter.
#Person1#: So you are watching your weight, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, to tell you the truth. I am on the diet. | #Person1# thinks Linda is thin, but Linda says she's on the diet. |
train_10060 | #Person1#: It is really exciting news.
#Person2#: What news?
#Person1#: You don't know? The company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones.
#Person2#: You know what we will get?
#Person1#: We will all get a docking station on our own desk from which you can remove your laptop easily. And if you come back to office, you just reconnect your laptop with docking station.
#Person2#: What docking station?
#Person1#: This is a kind of socket mounted to your desk. The socket has all the wire connections of the company line and all the other office automation equipments, like fax, copier, a screen, printer and scanner, and it will be very convenient.
#Person2#: Another big step forward in saving on our office equipment, I don't need a desktop anymore. A laptop is enough. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the news that the company is going to replace these old computers with the latest ones and they will all get a docking station. |
train_10061 | #Person1#: Hello, Green here.
#Person2#: Oh, Mr. Green, my name is Jianshan. You don't know me, but I'm a friend of David Smith.
#Person1#: Oh, yes.
#Person2#: When I told David I was coming here to live, he give me your number, and suggest that I give your a ring. I was wondering if you could give me some advices.
#Person1#: I'll be please to if I can. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I'm looking for a place to live. David thought as you are a @ agent. you might know something is suitable.
#Person1#: Yes, I think I can help you. Why not you come around and see me? Do you know my office?
#Person2#: Yes, I've got the address.
#Person1#: Good, where are you now?
#Person2#: I'm at the post office.
#Person1#: oh, well, that's just a few minutes walk to my office, come around and see me now.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, Mr. Green.
#Person1#: Not at all. | Jianshan is looking for a place to live and calls Mr. Green for advice. Mr. Green invites Jianshan to come to his office and talk. |
train_10062 | #Person1#: Good morning, Paul!
#Person2#: Hi, good morning, you are so early today.
#Person1#: Yes, traffic wasn't much today, so I made it to the office earlier.
#Person2#: I see. How long does it take you to reach the office every day?
#Person1#: Well, about an hour or so.
#Person2#: Wow, that's quite a long journey. Do you drive a car?
#Person1#: No. I take public transportation. It's safer.
#Person2#: You are right! But I get up a little late. That gives me no other option but to travel by motorcycle.
#Person1#: Well, both have advantages and disadvantages. | #Person1# comes to the office by public transportation every day, while Paul travels by motorcycle. |
train_10063 | #Person1#: I usually get a lot of information on the computer and use E-mail to send messages to my friends.
#Person2#: Me too. Recently, I'm fascinated with net-chat. I've made many friends on the net. Every day I talk to them and share many interesting things with them. I really enjoy it.
#Person1#: Don't you think it's a sheer waste of both time and money?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. Every coin has two sides. I think using internet has a great deal to do with human interaction. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about net-chat. #Person2# thinks it has both advantages and disadvantages. |
train_10064 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Black, I'm calling to say goodbye.
#Person2#: You're leaving so soon? I wish you stayed a little longer.
#Person1#: I wish I could stay a little longer, but a lot of things to do back home.
#Person2#: Have you got the ticket?
#Person1#: Yes, I did.
#Person2#: What time are you going?
#Person1#: At 11:00 o'clock.
#Person2#: I'll pick you up by nine o'clock and take you straight to the airport.
#Person1#: No, I'll go by myself, thanks.
#Person2#: OK, goodbye. | #Person1# calls Mr. Black to say goodbye. Mr. Black suggests picking #Person1# up to the airport but #Person1# refuses. |
train_10065 | #Person1#: How may I help you today?
#Person2#: I need to make some copies.
#Person1#: The copier is right over there.
#Person2#: Does it cost to use it?
#Person1#: We do charge to use the machine.
#Person2#: How much does it cost?
#Person1#: We charge ten cents a copy.
#Person2#: How many copies am I allowed to make?
#Person1#: There is no limit to how many copies you can make.
#Person2#: Would you mind showing me how to use it?
#Person1#: Please read the instructions on the copier.
#Person2#: Oh, okay. Thanks. | #Person2# wants to make some copies. #Person1# tells #Person2# the charge and asks #Person2# to read the instructions. |
train_10066 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Miss.
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: I'm a graduate student here in mathematics. I've just come from China and I've never used a western library before. I'll be here for five years, so I'd like to learn to use the library as efficiently as possible. I wonder if someone might have time to show me around.
#Person2#: I'd be very glad to show you around, but I'm very busy right now. Could you come back about 3, 30?
#Person1#: Sure. 3:30 this afternoon.
#Person2#: Good. See you later.
#Person1#: Thank you. Good-bye. | #Person1# wants to learn to use the library efficiently and #Person2# will show #Person1# around this afternoon. |
train_10067 | #Person1#: How do you think should I handle this problem?
#Person2#: You'd just let sleeping dogs lie.
#Person1#: But I'm already in a lot of trouble with my boss.
#Person2#: Anything you say or do might make it worse. Just try to ride out the storm for a while.
#Person1#: She's always bothering me. What should I do?
#Person2#: You'd better leave her alone.
#Person1#: But she always harps on me.
#Person2#: Just tell her off.
#Person1#: Yes, great! | #Person1# asks #Person2# how to handle the troubles, and #Person2# suggests telling the boss off. |
train_10068 | #Person1#: Hello Gina! We've spoken so many times on the phone but's it's so good to finally meet you in person!
#Person2#: Hello sir. Good to meet you, too.
#Person1#: Oh, please don't call me sir. Just call me Jason.
#Person2#: Ok, Jason. So how was the flight?
#Person1#: Pretty good. There was a bit of turbulence while we were over the Pacific Ocean but it wasn't too bad. The worst thing was the guy behind me. He snored all through the night!
#Person2#: Really? But you were in first class! Nobody woke that guy up?
#Person1#: The stewardess said it's not company policy to wake people up for any reason.
#Person2#: That's terrible! So you didn't get any sleep?
#Person1#: Not much. . . but that's ok. . . I'm a night owl anyway.
#Person2#: So, aside from visiting our factory and offices, are there any other things you want to accomplish while you're in China?
#Person1#: I'd love to squeeze in a trip to the Great Wall.
#Person2#: That's not a problem. We can have a company car take you there. It's only about a two hour drive. | Jason finally meets Gina in person. Jason tells Gina he didn't sleep well on the plane because someone snored. Besides visiting Gina's factory and offices, Jason wants to visit the Great Wall |
train_10069 | #Person1#: I'm having problems with my computer.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: For some reason it won't turn on.
#Person2#: Have you checked the connections on your computer?
#Person1#: What connections?
#Person2#: There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet.
#Person1#: Will the cords keep it from turning on?
#Person2#: It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected.
#Person1#: I didn't think of that.
#Person2#: Try it and see if it works.
#Person1#: I think that I will, thanks.
#Person2#: It should work, but let me know if it doesn't. | #Person1#'s computer won't turn on. #Person2# suggests checking the connections on the computer, and #Person1# will try it. |
train_10070 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Huang. It's a pleasure to meet you again.
#Person2#: Pleased to see you. Welcome to our company. I hope you have a good day.
#Person1#: Thank you. Can I meet my colleagues?
#Person2#: Sure, come with me. Hello, Michael, this is Steven. He will be part of your team.
#Person1#: Hi, Steven, welcome to join us!
#Person2#: I'Ve been looking forward to meeting you. I am new to the working world and would appreciate your guidance.
#Person1#: That's right. Just call me if you need anything.
#Person2#: That's great.
#Person1#: Well, as the other guys are still not in, I'll introduce you to them later.
#Person2#: All right. | Steven comes to the new company. Mr. Huang introduces him to Michale and will introduce him to other colleagues later. |
train_10071 | #Person1#: Well, we've settled everything in connection with this transaction except the question of the mode of payment.
#Person2#: Because this order is a comparatively big one, we would like to pay by time L / C, say, 60 days L / C.
#Person1#: Payment by sight L / C is quite usual in international trade, and as a rule, we only accept payment by sight L / C.
#Person2#: But we have only moderate mean at hand. If you can do us a special favor this time and allow us to delay payment, we'd really appreciate it.
#Person1#: Accepting time L / C is unusual and I've never done it before, but we could consider your request. I'll phone our company to see what they say.
#Person2#: Thank you for your consideration. When will you let me know your answer?
#Person1#: This afternoon. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they only accept payment by sight L/C. #Person2# asks #Person1# to allow them to delay payment and #Person1# will consider it. |
train_10072 | #Person1#: What's the matter, dear?
#Person2#: Something awful happened. We went to the Portobello Road, and someone stole my handbag.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. Did you lose a lot of money?
#Person2#: No. Only a few pounds. But my passport was in the bag. That'what I'm really worry about.
#Person1#: You must tell the embassy about it. And I think they'll issue you with a new one.
#Person2#: I'd better go tomorrow.
#Person1#: No. But you mustn't leave it too long. Did you report it the police? | #Person2#'s handbag and passport were stolen. #Person1# advises #Person2# to tell the embassy. |
train_10073 | #Person1#: Welcome to Credit Services. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'm here to talk about my credit card. You see, I'm a corporate card holder and a personal card holder. I've had my personal credit card for ages, but my corporate one is new to me.
#Person1#: Right. Well, the benefits are a little different. With our Corporate Card you can use it for agency collection and payment.
#Person2#: Is there anything else?
#Person1#: There's quite a long list, actually! You can use if for business trip expenses, medical expenses, any internal payments.
#Person2#: And I suppose I can do that anywhere? I do have to travel a lot for my job and it's such a hassle using cash and collecting all the separate receipts.
#Person1#: If you put it on your card, you can get an overall statement that lists all of the transactions.
#Person2#: In just one document? That will definitely be a time saver. | #Person2# comes to asks about the corporate card. #Person1# tells #Person1# #Person1# can use it for any internal payments and will get an overall statement that lists all of the transactions. |
train_10074 | #Person1#: If you are staying here for a few days, we'd be delighted to see you at our factory.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you to say so. My associate and I will be interested in visiting your factory.
#Person1#: Let us know when you are free. We'll arrange the tour for you.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'll give you a call this afternoon to set the time. There's nothing like seeing things with one's own eyes.
#Person1#: That's for sure. You'll know our products better after the visit. | #Person2# will give #Person1# a call this afternoon to set the time to visit #Person1#'s factory. |
train_10075 | #Person1#: Good morning. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Christmas Day is coming. I want to buy several postcards to send to my family and friends. Can you recommend me some?
#Person1#: Of course. How about these postcards? They are specially designed for Christmas.
#Person2#: These postcards are great. I want to buy a dozen with different pictures.
#Person1#: No problem. You can choose what you like.
#Person2#: How much is a postcard?
#Person1#: A postcard costs you five yuan. A dozen postcards cost you 60 yuan.
#Person2#: OK. Here is the money. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | #Person2# wants to buy several postcards for the families and friends on Christmas. #Person1# recommends some. |
train_10076 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are these deck chairs free?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Could I have a fresh towel?
#Person2#: Sure. Here you are.
#Person1#: It's very kind of you. By the way, when does the pool close?
#Person2#: 1:00 a m. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for a fresh towel. |
train_10077 | #Person1#: Look, the aliens are sending a message to Mulder. This rocks!
#Person2#: Whoops. That's my pager. I had to get it for work.
#Person1#: You have a pager? ! That's a little high-tech for you, Stu. Are you sure you know how to use it?
#Person2#: Well, I know how to turn it off!
#Person1#: No, you don't! It's still beeping! Come on, hand it over and I'll turn it off for you. | #Person2# had to get the pager for work. #Person1#'ll turn it off for #Person2#. |
train_10078 | #Person1#: Anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: I need ten 55 cents stamps and ten 32 cents stamps, please.
#Person1#: OK, here you are. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, I need to send the payment to immigration for my aunt's citizenship application. They won't accept checks. How do I send the money?
#Person1#: You can buy a money order and mail mature immigration.
#Person2#: Then I need a money order for 250 dollars.
#Person1#: Please fill out the form for the money order. You also need to pay a one dollar fee.
#Person2#: Thank youse much for all your help.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Have a nice day.
#Person2#: You, too. | #Person2# buys some stamps from #Person1#. #Person1# also helps #Person2# buy the money order and mail mature immigration. |
train_10079 | #Person1#: Hello, is that John?
#Person2#: Yes. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I am calling to tell you some issues about the interview.
#Person2#: The volume is too loud. Would you kindly turn it down a little bit?
#Person1#: Yes. I think it is now a moderate volume. | #Person1# calls John to tell him issues about the interview. |
train_10080 | #Person1#: Room service. May I come in?
#Person2#: Come in, please.
#Person1#: Sir, this is the coffee and bread you want. Can I put it here?
#Person2#: Yes. How much is that?
#Person1#: $ 6.
#Person2#: Would you please charge them on my bill?
#Person1#: Certainly. Please sign your name here. | #Person1# provides #Person2# the coffee and bread #Person2# wants. |
train_10081 | #Person1#: Hello, Frank.
#Person2#: Hi, Steven. What's new with you?
#Person1#: Not too much. I'm looking to rent an apartment.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I dislike my roommate. He really turns me off.
#Person2#: What happened? Did you have a fight?
#Person1#: No. He likes to leave his things about and never cleans the room.
#Person2#: I hate that, either. Did you tell him your feelings?
#Person1#: Yes. But he doesn't care. I really wouldn't want to move, but I simply can't stand him.
#Person2#: It's a problem. You'd better move. | Steven tells Frank he's looking to rent an apartment because he can't stand his roommate. |
train_10082 | #Person1#: Hi Barbara. Have you lost weight?
#Person2#: Hi Julie. Yeah. I've been on a diet for a couple of months now.
#Person1#: Wow. You look great.
#Person2#: Thanks for noticing.
#Person1#: What type of diet were you on?
#Person2#: I joined a health club and my trainer gave me tips on eating. With a combination of eating better and exercising, I managed to lose 15 pounds in 2 months.
#Person1#: That's amazing. What tips did your trainer give you?
#Person2#: Mostly on how to exercise, but the best advice I got was changing my eating habits. Instead of eating 3 times a day, she told me to eat 5 times a day.
#Person1#: That doesn't make sense. If you eat more, than how do you lose weight?
#Person2#: Actually, I'm eating the same amount. I eat 5 smaller meals a day. Basically, it naturally speeds up the metabolism and helps to burn fat at a faster rate.
#Person1#: That makes sense. I'm going to try that.
#Person2#: You don't need to lose weight.
#Person1#: I have a little gut I have been trying to get rid of.
#Person2#: Ah. . . but remember to incorporate a little exercise into your diet.
#Person1#: Thanks for the advice.
#Person2#: No problem. | Barbara has been on a diet and Julie thinks she looks great now. Barbara tells Julie about her diet, and tips on eating from her trainer. Julie will try it and Barbara reminds her to incorporate exercise into the diet. |
train_10083 | #Person1#: Do you like cooking?
#Person2#: Yes, I do it a lot. but I don't like doing dishes. what about you, do you like cooking and then cleaning up afterwards?
#Person1#: To be honest, I don't really like doing either one, I can't cook and I hate cleaning.
#Person2#: Suppose you have to do one of the two, which do you prefer?
#Person1#: I would rather do the dishes than cook.
#Person2#: I prefer the absent. the way I see it, to do the dishes is boring.
#Person1#: let's make a deal.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I'm going to buy some vegetable and you cook.
#Person2#: Will you do the dishes after the meal?
#Person1#: Fair enough! | #Person2# likes cooking but hates doing dishes, while #Person1# would rather do the dishes than cook. Then #Person1# makes a deal with #Person2#. |
train_10084 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Hi. I'm calling about the ad for the apartment found in today's newspaper.
#Person1#: Okay.
#Person2#: I'm kind of desperate, and I need something right away.
#Person1#: Okay. What would you like to know?
#Person2#: First of all, how big is it?
#Person1#: It's a two-bedroom apartment with a living room, dining room and kitchen, and one bathroom. There's also a place for a washer and dryer.
#Person2#: Okay, and how old is the apartment complex?
#Person1#: Well, let's just say it has a lot of history. To be honest, my great grandfather built it during the 1920s, but it's a very sturdy and sound structure.
#Person2#: Oh, and ... so, is the apartment furnished at all?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah. The apartment is partially furnished with a refrigerator, stove, and my grandmother's old dishwasher.
#Person2#: Your grandmother's old dishwasher? Okay. What's the rent?
#Person1#: It's $950 a month.
#Person2#: Whoa. That is a little steep for me.
#Person1#: But you could always split the cost with a roommate.
#Person2#: Perhaps. Does that include utilities?
#Person1#: Well, the rent includes gas and electricity, but not the phone bill. And the water pump is right out the back door.
#Person2#: Water pump!
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. Well, can I rent month-to-month, or do I have to sign a lease for a longer period of time?
#Person1#: We require a 6-month commitment for the apartment, and if you cancel the agreement anytime during that period, hey ... you lose your deposit.
#Person2#: Oh, and how much is the deposit?
#Person1#: It's $400, and, of course, this money is used to repair damage or general wear and tear on our apartment, like the leaks in the old roof from last year's snow storm. Man, that was ugly. Plaster falling down from the ceiling. And I didn't even know there was a rat's nest up there, but we got that taken care of.
#Person2#: A what? Do I get my deposit back after I move out? That's assuming that I even move in.
#Person1#: Generally speaking, we return the deposit, minus a small fee for, you know, cleaning the apartment for the next tenant, but if you trash the place, then don't expect to get anything back.
#Person2#: Okay. Oh, um ... how close is the apartment to the university campus?
#Person1#: It's about eight blocks from campus, but you can catch a number of busses right out in front.
#Person2#: Oh, so, then, if there's a busy road out front, is it noisy?
#Person1#: Well, there are always trade-offs: it's a little noisy with the road outside and the airport behind you, but the place is really convenient because there's a supermarket and shopping center right across the street. Just keep the windows closed and a pair of ear plugs handy, and you'll be fine.
#Person2#: Okay, and one last question. Are there parking spaces for tenants?
#Person1#: Yeah. The apartment has two covered parking spaces, which are really convenient during certain times of the year.
#Person2#: Uh ... I don't know. Is it possible for me to drop by and visit the apartment tomorrow morning?
#Person1#: Sure, but just remember we rent the apartment on a first-come, first-serve basis, so there's no guarantee it'll still be available then.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks. Um ... and where exactly is the apartment located?
#Person1#: It's one block west of the waste water treatment plant.
#Person2#: Ah .... Are pets allowed?
#Person1#: Well, you can keep small pets like a hamster in a small cage, but we don't allow larger animals like dogs, cats, or snakes. Things like that.
#Person2#: Um, I have a rat ...
#Person1#: You don't have anything like that, do you?
#Person2#: Well, I have a rat that I keep in a cage. Will that be okay?
#Person1#: Well, as long it doesn't escape, I guess that's okay.
#Person2#: And what's your name?
#Person1#: It's Norman. Norman Bates.
#Person2#: Alright, Mr. Bates. I'll see you tomorrow. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | #Person1# calls Norman Bates to ask about the ads for the apartment in today's newspaper. Norman tells #Person1# the area and rooms of the apartment. It has a lot of history and is partially furnished. The rent is $950 a month, and #Person1# thinks it's expensive. Norman advises #Person1# to split the cost with a roommate and tells what's included in the bill. Norman requires a 6-month commitment for the apartment and tells #Person1# the deposit policy. Norman also introduces the apartment's distance to the university, its surroundings, parking places for tenants, and its exact location. Norman allows #Person1# to keep small pets. |
train_10085 | #Person1#: Would you like to have lunch with me? I found a good place not far from here. The food is good and the price is reasonable.
#Person2#: Well, I'd love to. But can you wait for a second? I have to help Mr. Brown send this letter first. | #Person1# invites #Person2# for lunch. #Person2# agrees. |
train_10086 | #Person1#: Have you had your holiday for this year yet, Jack?
#Person2#: Not yet. I'm taking it at the end of September.
#Person1#: Where are you going? Have you made up your mind?
#Person2#: Not really. I thought of going to Spain again, but I've already been there twice and I'd like to try somewhere new.
#Person1#: My brother's just gone to Mexico for two weeks. I had a card from him yesterday and he seems to be having a good time. Why don't you go there?
#Person2#: That's OK for you well-off people, but I couldn't possibly afford it. I'm much too hard up at the moment.
#Person1#: The air-fare is quite expensive, I admit, but you needn't spend a lot when you get there.
#Person2#: I've already spent a lot of money this year. My flat was done up last month, so I haven't got much to spare for expensive holidays abroad.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Perhaps I'll just go to Scotland or Ireland in the end. I've heard they're both very beautiful, and I haven't been to either of them.
#Person1#: We went to Ireland two years ago to pay Mary and her husband a visit. They're in Dublin now.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, so they are!
#Person1#: If you decide on Ireland you can call in on them. Mary would willingly put you up for a few days, I'm sure.
#Person2#: That's a good idea! I haven't seen Mary for more than three years and I'd like to know how she's getting on. | Jack hasn't decided where to go on holiday this year. #Person1# suggests going to Mexico, but Jack can't afford it. Jack decides to go to Ireland or Scotland. #Person1# tells Jack he can call in Mary if he decides on Ireland. |
train_10087 | #Person1#: Kate! I thought you were going to leave early today to take your son to the show.
#Person2#: I'm still planning to. But I can't leave until I've finished typing all the letters.
#Person1#: Can't you leave that until tomorrow?
#Person2#: No, the boss wants them first thing tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: How many have you got left?
#Person2#: About 5.
#Person1#: Why don't you just go ahead? I'll do the letters for you.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you very much, Jim. You're so kind. | Kate plans to take her son to the show but she hasn't finished the work. Jim suggests helping her. |
train_10088 | #Person1#: What a memory I have! I did write down the number on a sheet of paper when I answered the phone this morning. But now the paper has disappeared without any trace.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll be seeing Mr. Brown in an hour. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the paper with the number has disappeared. |
train_10089 | #Person1#: Hi, Jack, have you thought about your ideal job in the future? Do you want to be an excellent math teacher like your father?
#Person2#: For Gosh's sake! I hate being a teacher. I still have a clear memory of the terrible days when my father helped me with all my subjects. But it is strange that I made great progress in my English learning. How about you, Jessica?
#Person1#: Well, I dream of being a brilliant dancer like my mother. You know, she is 43 now, and she has been dancing since she was 20 years old.
#Person2#: I can't believe it! She looks quite young and has a great figure.
#Person1#: Yes. She has formed a good habit of having enough fruits and vegetables every day. And more importantly, she keeps an optimistic attitude towards life which benefits her physical condition.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. How I wish I had taken enough exercise.
#Person1#: Come on. Don't lose heart! If you think you can, you can. Let's get rid of our bad habits and learn from our great parents.
#Person2#: Why not do it right now? Shall we swim this afternoon?
#Person1#: With pleasure! | Jack and Jessica are talking about their ideal jobs. Jessica wants to be a brilliant dancer like her mother. Jessica suggests getting rid of bad habits and learning from their great parents. Jack agrees and invites Jessica to swim. |
train_10090 | #Person1#: Hello, School of English Studies.
#Person2#: Hello, I saw your advertisement in the newspaper. Can you give me some information, please?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. What would you like to know?
#Person2#: Well, first, how long are the courses?
#Person1#: They are 6 or 9 months long and the next course begins next Monday.
#Person2#: How many students will there be in the class? Not too many, I hope.
#Person1#: Usually, there are 15. We find that a good number.
#Person2#: OK. Now, I saw the price of the course in the newspaper, but will I have to pay for anything else?
#Person1#: Only for the textbook, which costs twelve pounds ninety-nine.
#Person2#: I see. When can I come and pay?
#Person1#: Well, the school is open from 8 am to 7 pm Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm.
#Person2#: OK. I see. Well, thank you very much. Goodbye. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to give some information about the English courses. #Person1# tells #Person2# the length of the courses, the student's number, and the charges. #Person2# will come and pay. |
train_10091 | #Person1#: What did you think of the lecture?
#Person2#: I thought it was very interesting.
#Person1#: Did you really?
#Person2#: Yes, didn't you?
#Person1#: Certainly not. I thought he talked a lot of rubbish.
#Person2#: So you think you know more than he does.
#Person1#: Well, take coal for instance.
#Person2#: What about it?
#Person1#: Coal won't become important again.
#Person2#: Why not?
#Person1#: It's too dirty. They won't be able to find people to work down coal mines in the future.
#Person2#: They'll invent new kinds of machinery.
#Person1#: Nonsense. The only sort of power they'll use in the future is atomic power. | #Person2# thought the lecture is interesting while #Person1# thought the lecturer talked a lot of rubbish. |
train_10092 | #Person1#: I may drive up to London on Saturday. There are one or two things I need to do there.
#Person2#: I'd go early if I were you. The motorway can get very busy, even on a Saturday. You may get stuck in the traffic. | #Person1#'ll drive to London and #Person2# suggests setting off early. |
train_10093 | #Person1#: Oh, hi. What was your name again. I can't keep straight all the students' names this being the second day of school.
#Person2#: It's okay. I have a hard time remembering names myself.
#Person1#: How, uh, Karen, right?
#Person2#: No, it's Nancy. My mom's name is Karen.
#Person1#: Nancy. Okay. I think I heard you were from England.
#Person2#: Well, I was born there, but my parents are American. I grew up in France.
#Person1#: Oh, a world traveller!
#Person2#: But then we moved here when I was nine.
#Person1#: So, what does your father do now?
#Person2#: Well, he's a college professor, and he is in Scotland at the moment.
#Person1#: How interesting. What does he teach?
#Person2#: Oh, I haven't a clue. Nah, just joking. He teaches chemistry.
#Person1#: Oh, chemistry, and uh, what about your mother?
#Person2#: She works full time at home.
#Person1#: Oh, and what, does she have her own business or something?
#Person2#: Nah, she takes care of me.
#Person1#: Well, being a homemaker can be a real hard, but rewarding job.
#Person2#: I think so too. | Nancy tells #Person1# her name and she was born in England and grew up in France. Nancy's father's a college professor who teaches chemistry, and her mother works full time at home. |
train_10094 | #Person1#: Do you know that Mary's marriage is on the rocks?
#Person2#: Really? I've never heard of it!
#Person1#: I saw her husband have it out with her yesterday.
#Person2#: I think Mary must be sad, because she loves her husband very much. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Mary's marriage is on the rocks. |
train_10095 | #Person1#: Well, known, Jim , I'm. . . I'm pretty much in favour of computers, I think computers teach kids to think , because they require logical thought.
#Person2#: But I. . . I don't agree with that , because computers weaken kids' ability to think, because kids don't learn basic skills.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: They can't spell , they can't add, they can't subtract, they even don't remember any more. that's because they rely on gadgets.
#Person1#: That's not the gadgets. Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts. | #Person1# thinks computers teach kids to think, while Jim thinks computers weaken kids' ability to think. |
train_10096 | #Person1#: Well, I certainly have enjoyed my stay in Edinburgh, Peter. Thanks for all your help and thanks to Gene as well for showing me around.
#Person2#: Well, we both enjoyed it, too. How long will you stay in York before you go back?
#Person1#: 2 days. Look, when are you going to be in London again? You must bring Gene with you and we can all get together again.
#Person2#: Yes, I'll do that. That's your train, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd better go. OK, thanks again, bye.
#Person2#: Bye, Sue. Don't forget to give my regards to John.
#Person1#: I won't, bye. | Sue enjoys the trip in Edinburgh and thanks Peter for his help. Sue invites Peter and Gene to go to London together. |
train_10097 | #Person1#: Hi, Hilly here! You are 15 minutes late. The game has started.
#Person2#: I'm terribly sorry. I have classes the whole day so I forgot all about it. I came to tell you I can't go with you today.
#Person1#: Good heavens! What's the matter with you? You seem so busy.
#Person2#: Yes, as a matter of fact, I have got a difficult project to deal with. I've been trying to do it for the last 3 days and I still haven't finished it. I will have a meeting with my tutor tomorrow morning and he wants to see my report. I'm awfully sorry. | Hilly is late for the game. She apologizes and tells #Person1# she can't go with #Person1# today because of a difficult project. |
train_10098 | #Person1#: So, Jane, how many books have you written?
#Person2#: 5. And I'm working on my sixth now.
#Person1#: I've just read two of your books. Have you got all your finished books published?
#Person2#: No. I have just published three of them. The first two were not well written. And I don't plan to get them published.
#Person1#: But you're famous around the country now. I'm sure you'll get them published.
#Person2#: Well, I don't want to let down my readers. So how is your work?
#Person1#: Very good, but a bit tiring. Some students are very naughty. | Jane tells #Person1# she's working on her sixth book and has published three of her books. |
train_10099 | #Person1#: I'm going to New York on vacation. How much is a subway pass?
#Person2#: Well, a one way ticket is $3. But it would be cheaper to buy a seven-day pass.
#Person1#: How much is that?
#Person2#: 31 dollars. But then you can use the subway as much as you want. It also saves you the trouble of standing in line every day.
#Person1#: That is a better deal. You know, I plan to visit as many museums as I can.
#Person2#: I didn't know you were interested in art.
#Person1#: Yeah, I love to paint in my spare time. Because I'm a banker, many People assume I studied economics. But I actually majored in art history.
#Person2#: I never would have guessed that. | #Person1# is going to New York on vacation and asks #Person2# the ticket price. #Person2# introduces the seven-day pass and thinks it saves time and money. |
train_10100 | #Person1#: Hello, Universal Export Shanghai. May I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. This is Ryan Jacob from New York office. May I speak to David Parker please?
#Person1#: Certainly, Mr.Jacob. Can you please hold for a moment?
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: I am sorry to keep you waiting, Mr.Jacob. Mr.Parker apologizes for not being able to speak with you at this moment. He is on another line. When can he call you back?
#Person2#: Uh, let me see. It's 9:00 o'clock in the evening here. We are 12 hours behind. Tell him to call me in the next 2 hours. Otherwise, tonight after 8:00 o'clock.
#Person1#: Do you mean tonight Shanghai time?
#Person2#: Yes, that would be your time.
#Person1#: Mr.Jacob, would you please give me your telephone number?
#Person2#: He already has it. But just to be on the safe side, it is 9176756578.
#Person1#: Please let me confirm. That it is 9176756578.
#Person2#: Yes, that is correct.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling. I will be sure that Mister Parker will get this message immediately.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: You are welcome. Goodnight. | Ryan Jacob calls to Universal Export Shanghai and wants to speak to David Parker. #Person1# tells him David Parker is on another line and will call him back at the time that is available to Jacob. |
train_10101 | #Person1#: I'm phoning up about this job you have advertised in this paper. This...er... Young sales manager?
#Person2#: Oh yes.
#Person1#: I'd like to apply for it. Would you send me an application form?
#Person2#: No. You simply sending a written application, a letter.
#Person1#: Can you tell me a bit more about this job?
#Person2#: Well, we are really looking for someone who isn't too concerned about working fairly long hours.
#Person1#: What do you mean by long hours?
#Person2#: This is a job which does, as the advertisement says, have travel possibility and very often, one would be away at weekends, for instance.
#Person1#: Oh. I thought you meant working in evenings and working overtime.
#Person2#: Well, it could also mean working in the evenings. But for a managerial post, we don't pay for overtime, that's for other grades.
#Person1#: Oh, what kind of money are you paying then?
#Person2#: Well, this is to be negotiated. Oh, it depends partly on your experience and education. Perhaps you can tell me briefly what that is.
#Person1#: I've just left to school and got A level in geography.
#Person2#: Oh, I see.
#Person1#: And it's the troubles that appears to me. That's why I'm inquiring about a job.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. What sort of salary were you thinking in terms of?
#Person1#: Starting off, I thought it would be something of 500 pounds a week.
#Person2#: Well. Sending your application letter and then we will consider your case along with all the other applicants.
#Person1#: All right. Many thanks. Good bye.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person1# wants to apply for a young sales manager. #Person2# tells #Person1# they're looking for someone who isn't too concerned about working long hours and the salary can be negotiated. #Person2# asks #Person1# to send #Person1#'s application letter and they will consider after hearing about #Person1#'s experience and education. |
train_10102 | #Person1#: Are there any vacancies still available?
#Person2#: Yes. We need a plumber here.
#Person1#: I am looking for a job that is more advanced than that, such as sales manager or regional manager.
#Person2#: I am sorry. They are not available now. | #Person2# only needs a plumber but #Person1# wants a more advanced job. |
train_10103 | #Person1#: Hi, my name is Sovia.What ' s your name?
#Person2#: My name is Jeff.
#Person1#: What do you do?
#Person2#: I ' m a podiatrist. What about you?
#Person1#: I ' m a nurse.What do you do in your free time?
#Person2#: I like to play piano, go bowling and chat with my friends.And you?
#Person1#: I like to hang out with my friends, play games and go swimming.
#Person2#: Would you like to go out some time?
#Person1#: Sure, that ' d be great.Where would you like to go?
#Person2#: Anywhere with you.
#Person1#: Aren ' t you sweet. | Sovia, a nurse, and Jeff, a podiatrist, share their hobbies and would like to go out sometime. |
train_10104 | #Person1#: I need to find a bus that'll take me to the Gold Line.
#Person2#: Where do you live?
#Person1#: I live up in Altadena.
#Person2#: The 264 will take you there.
#Person1#: It goes all the way there?
#Person2#: I know for a fact that it goes to the station.
#Person1#: What street would I catch it on?
#Person2#: If you go to Altadena Drive, you can catch it there.
#Person1#: I didn't know that bus went to the Gold Line station.
#Person2#: Yup, it does.
#Person1#: Well, thanks for letting me know.
#Person2#: It was my pleasure. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the Gold Line by bus. |
train_10105 | #Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You ' re not satisfied anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in other JV companies, but I need to do some more in-depth research before I send my application letters out.
#Person1#: That is important. Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application.
#Person2#: Certainly, it is very nice talking with you. But I really have to go now. Catch you later.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck to you. | Monica is thinking about quitting her current job. #Person1# agrees that Monica should do some research before she sends her application letters out. |
train_10106 | #Person1#: Would you like to go sightseeing tomorrow?
#Person2#: Not a bad idea!
#Person1#: What would you like to see in Beijing?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. I'd like to go to the Summer Palace.
#Person1#: I'll pick you up here tomorrow. | #Person1# will take #Person2# to the Summer Palace tomorrow. |
train_10107 | #Person1#: Can you suggest a few exercise to help me get fit and stretch my muscles a little?
#Person2#: Sure. If you want to stretch your legs, a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body, like this. It's a very simple exercise, but very effective.
#Person1#: I need to excise my arms too. How can I do that?
#Person2#: One good way is to do push-ups. Another way is to use weights. Make sure you grip the weights firmly. You don't want to drop them on your feet!
#Person1#: When I do push-ups, should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground?
#Person2#: You don't need to bend your elbows that much. Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle. The most important thing is to remember to keep your body straight. Many people bend the
#Person1#: What's a good exercise for my chest muscles?
#Person2#: One that I recommend is that you lie on your back. You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out side of your body.
#Person1#: So I need plenty of space for this exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, you do. Lift the weight up, keeping your arms straight all the time.
#Person1#: Great. Thanks for you advice! | #Person1# wants to get fit and stretch #Person1#'s muscles. #Person2# recommends lifting knees to excise the legs, doing the push-ups to exercise arms, and stretching arms when lying on the back to exercise chest muscles. |
train_10108 | #Person1#: Mr. Black? I'm from the Pacific Mechanical Company.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Step inside, will you? I'll give you an idea of what business I want to take up with you. Take a seat. We can go into details later.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Our speciality back in South Africa is wholesale supplying of screws, bolts, nuts, pins, studs, and that kind of things.
#Person1#: For wood or for metal?
#Person2#: For both. Now, do you make machines for producing such things?
#Person1#: Yes, we have a showroom not far away from here, Mr. Black. Are you free now?
#Person2#: Yes, quite free until noon.
#Person1#: Fine. Then, shall we go right away? I have a car outside.
#Person2#: Have you? That's splendid. Just let me get my things together. I won't keep you long.
#Person1#: Take your time, sir. I can wait. | Mr. Black tells #Person1# their speciality is wholesale supplying of stuff like screws for both wood and metal. #Person1# will lead Mr. Black to their showroom to see the machines. |
train_10109 | #Person1#: Stop running around in front of the TV, will you? Why don't you just sit and watch?
#Person2#: I've tried, but I can't stand the bald man talking so loudly in the program.
#Person1#: Then stay away. No one is keeping you from doing that.
#Person2#: Don't be so irritable. I just don't understand the program, that's all.
#Person1#: All right, I will explain it to you later on. Now scram.
#Person2#: Ok. I will wait until you have had your fun, if that's what you want.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I want, thank you. | #Person2# is running around in front of the TV. #Person1# asks #Person2# to stay away. |
train_10110 | #Person1#: Jacob, are you interested in helping me out and going on a blind date with a friend of mine?
#Person2#: That depends. What does she look like?
#Person1#: Well, she's got a beautiful face and long curly red hair.
#Person2#: How tall is she?
#Person1#: She's fairly tall, maybe 2 inches taller than me.
#Person2#: Is she chubby?
#Person1#: Not at all. She's actually very athletic.
#Person2#: It sounds like she's pretty good-looking. Does she wear glasses?
#Person1#: No, but she does wear contact lenses.
#Person2#: How's her skin?
#Person1#: She's got a gorgeous complexion with a few freckles on her nose.
#Person2#: Does she have any piercings or tattoos?
#Person1#: I think she has her ears pierced and she definitely has a few tattoos, one on her lower back, one on her neck, and one on her left foot.
#Person2#: What's the tattoo on her foot like?
#Person1#: It's a butterfly---everyone in her family has one.
#Person2#: Even her mother?
#Person1#: Yes, even her mother.
#Person2#: What's her personality like?
#Person1#: She's a lot like me.
#Person2#: So there is something wrong with her! It was beginning to sound like she was too good to be true! | #Person1# asks if Jacob is interested in going on a blind date with a friend of #Person1#'s and describes the girl to Jacob. Jacob thinks there's something wrong with the girl because she sounds too good to be true. |
train_10111 | #Person1#: do you want to go out for dinner tonight?
#Person2#: sure. Have you got anywhere in mind?
#Person1#: I'm starving, so maybe we could go somewhere with large portions.
#Person2#: that Italian restaurant in the city centre always has large portions. Do you want to go there?
#Person1#: I'm not really in the mood for Italian, actually. I was thinking of something a bit spicy.
#Person2#: if you want spicy food, then I'd recommend going to a Thai, Indian or Chinese restaurant. How about that Chinese buffet on Cowley Road?
#Person1#: I really like that restaurant ; you get a lot for your money there. But, they've westernized their food, so it's not actually that spicy.
#Person2#: you're right. Most of their dishes have sweet sauces. We could try that Indian restaurant just down the road from us.
#Person1#: the Taj? They're a bit expensive, but they do serve large portions of very hot food.
#Person2#: the Taj it is then.
#Person1#: shall we bring our own bottle of wine to save some money?
#Person2#: they'll still charge us a corkage fee.
#Person1#: that's right. It'll probably work out to be about the same then anyway.
#Person2#: don't worry about money. I'll treat you tonight.
#Person1#: are you sure? We could go Dutch.
#Person2#: no, I'll pay. It's my turn anyway. You paid last time.
#Person1#: I won't argue with that! Let's go! | #Person1# invites #Person2# to go out for dinner tonight. #Person1# wants to go somewhere with large portions and spicy food. #Person2# suggests the Taj, an Indian restaurant, and offers to treat #Person1#. |
train_10112 | #Person1#: Hey, Paul, why the long face?
#Person2#: It's difficult to explain.
#Person1#: Try me.
#Person2#: Well, I had a terrible day of work, I'm thinking of quiting my job.
#Person1#: Take it easy, maybe tomorrow will be different.
#Person2#: I don't know, I can't stand my job these days.
#Person1#: Cheer up, I hope you'll feel better soon. | Paul is thinking of quitting his job. #Person1# tries to cheer him up. |
train_10113 | #Person1#: You seem to like her very much, don't you?
#Person2#: I can't deny that. She is so beautiful that I fell in love with her at the first sight. I wish I knew more about her.
#Person1#: But I heard that she had a three-year-old girl.
#Person2#: I can not belive that. It must be cooked up by someone. | #Person2# is surprised when #Person1# tells him the woman he loves has a child. |
train_10114 | #Person1#: Paul, what kind of music do you like to listen to?
#Person2#: All kinds, but mostly Pop, rock and classical. Why?
#Person1#: I have tickets to a show. Do you want to go with me?
#Person2#: What kind of music is it?
#Person1#: Pop. It's Maria Carey.
#Person2#: When is it?
#Person1#: At 8P M tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd like to go. Do you think we should have dinner first?
#Person1#: Yes, that's a good idea.
#Person2#: Let's eat at the restaurant across the street from my apartment.
#Person1#: Oh, I think I know the place you mean. We ate there last month, right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. You have a good memory. | #Person1# invites Paul to Maria Carey's show at 8 PM tomorrow. They will go after having dinner together. |
train_10115 | #Person1#: Steve. Is that you?
#Person2#: Yeah. What's going on?
#Person1#: Not much. What a surprise to see you here.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's been a couple of months since I saw you.
#Person1#: What have you been up to?
#Person2#: I just started working out.
#Person1#: Really? Where do you work out at?
#Person2#: I joined the Samsung Health Club last month.
#Person1#: What do you mostly do during your workout?
#Person2#: I concentrate mostly on my legs, chest, arms and stomach.
#Person1#: I should start exercising more.
#Person2#: It's hard work while exercising, but it is a great feeling when I get done.
#Person1#: I have a running machine at home. I used to use it, but I already got sick of it.
#Person2#: Exercising at home is hard. The environment is not suited for exercising.
#Person1#: If I want to exercise, I will need to join a gym.
#Person2#: I have a couple of guest passes. You want to check out my health club?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. Let's go over the weekend.
#Person2#: Great. I'll call you Saturday morning.
#Person1#: Aright. I'll talk to you later.
#Person2#: Ok. Bye. | Steve joined a health club to work out. #Person1# had a running machine at home but already got sick of it. Steve tells #Person1# exercising at home is hard and invites #Person1# to check out his health club Saturday morning. |
train_10116 | #Person1#: I went shopping without my umbrella yesterday morning.
#Person2#: Yesterday morning was beautiful i thought the sunning was going to continue.
#Person1#: So did i. that's why i didn't take my umbrella. i got cold in the rain in the afternoon. it was raining cats and dogs.
#Person2#: I know. i could not believe it when i got hit by that storm. it was pouring with rain all afternoon.
#Person1#: We really have some miserable weather sometime. i wish i would live somewhere which were sunning all year round.
#Person2#: If it was sunning all year round there would be drought. you probably would not like it either.
#Person1#: I guess you are right. maybe i just wish the weather could be a little more predictable.
#Person2#: The weather forecasters are not good at predicting the weather would be like. our weather is so changeable. | #Person1# and #Person2# both got hit by the storm yesterday. #Person1# wishes the weather could be a little more predictable. #Person2# thinks the weather is changeable. |
train_10117 | #Person1#: All right, let's see who's ruining my TV time.
#Person2#: What are you going to do? Call my boss and chew him out?
#Person1#: Is your boss named Vic? Your pager says, This is Vic. Here I come!
#Person2#: Impossible. My pager is really old. It doesn't display messages.
#Person1#: Here, see for yourself. That's really strange! It's almost the same as when I. . .
#Person2#: Gosh, you're right! It's from some guy named Vic. I wonder who he is. . . | #Person2#'s pager displays a message from a guy named Vic but #Person2# doesn't know who he is. |
train_10118 | #Person1#: Will you give your friends a buzz and put out a feeler to see if they like to offer me a loan?
#Person2#: Give them a buzz? What can I say to them? Say that you want a loan?
#Person1#: I just want to make sure that there is possibility of giving us a loan.
#Person2#: And they, too, want to make sure their loan is worthwhile. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to buzz #Person2#'s friends for a loan. #Person2# thinks they need to make sure their loan is worthwhile. |
train_10119 | #Person1#: I'm pleased to meet you again, Mrs. King.
#Person2#: Pleased to see you, too, Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: You've had a good trip, I hope.
#Person2#: Yes, a very pleasant journey, thank you.
#Person1#: It's been a full two years since we last saw each other.
#Person2#: So it is, I've come again to renew our sole agency agreement for another 2 years.
#Person1#: We shall be pleased to talk the matter over with you. You've done very well in fulfilling the agreement.
#Person2#: I'm glad you're satisfied with our work. I can assure you we've spared no effort and spent quite a sum of money in pushing the sales of your products.
#Person1#: Yes, we appreciate your efforts in pushing the sales of our pianos. We can see you are experienced in this particular line.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: But I think the annual sale of 300 pianos for a sole distributorship in Canada is rather conservative. After all, you sold around 400 pieces there last year. You can sell more this year according to the marketing conditions at your end.
#Person2#: That is the result of our hard work. Well, what annual quantity would you suggest for the new agreement then?
#Person1#: 500 pieces.
#Person2#: No, no. That's too big a number to be acceptable. Let's put it at 450 pieces. And we'll strive to sell more, of course. We wish to add another clause. For every 50 pieces sold in excess of the quota, we'll get 1 % more in commission for our efforts.
#Person1#: All right, let's fix it at 450 pieces then. And for every additional 50 pianos sold, we'll give you 1 % higher commission.
#Person2#: I suppose all the other terms remain unchanged.
#Person1#: We would like to make a specific mention of one more point. As our sole distributor, you will neither handle the same or similar products of other origins nor re-export our goods to any other area outside your own.
#Person2#: No, certainly not. That's a reasonable restriction.
#Person1#: Another thing is that every six months we would like to receive from you a detailed report on current market conditions and the users comments on our products.
#Person2#: Yes, we've already prepared one. I've brought it with me. I'll put it forward when we talk with the manufacturers tomorrow.
#Person1#: Good, that's all then.
#Person2#: Good. | Mrs. King comes to renew the sole agency agreement with Mr. Brown for another 2 years. They agree that the annual sale will be 450 pieces and Mr. Brown will give Mrs. King 1% higher commission for every additional 50 pianos sold. Mrs. King will send Mr. Brown a detailed report every six months. They will talk with the manufacturers tomorrow. |
train_10120 | #Person1#: If we employ you, what starting salary would you expect?
#Person2#: I'd like to start at 3000 yuan a month.
#Person1#: I think your background and experience are worth the compensation.
#Person2#: Does it include bonuses?
#Person1#: No, there are annual bonuses, one week paid vacation a year, and health insurance.
#Person2#: Very good. | #Person1# agrees #Person2#'s starting monthly salary would be 3000 yuan and tells #Person2# about other benefits. |
train_10121 | #Person1#: Where did you go yesterday?
#Person2#: I went to play tennis in the public park.
#Person1#: How often do you play tennis?
#Person2#: Twice a week. How about you?
#Person1#: I seldom play tennis. I prefer football and basketball.
#Person2#: But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together.
#Person1#: I usually play with my schoolmates.
#Person2#: Do you like watching football matches?
#Person1#: Yes, I went to the Than He Sports Center for the football match last Sunday. | #Person2# plays tennis twice a week. #Person1# prefers football and basketball and plays with #Person1#'s schoolmates. |
train_10122 | #Person1#: I'd like to order broadband internet for my laptop.
#Person2#: Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer, and a prompt will tell you the payment options.
#Person1#: Well, I don't have an Ethernet port. My computer runs entirely on wireless service.
#Person2#: That's too bad. But there are several alternatives, if you want to hear them.
#Person1#: Yes, please! Tell me about the alternatives.
#Person2#: We run a fully equipped computer lab on the first floor.
#Person1#: Very good. How much does that cost?
#Person2#: The service is free to hotel patrons. However, printing costs ten cents per page.
#Person1#: I see. And the other alternatives?
#Person2#: Alternatively, we do offer wireless in our lobby. You can bring your laptop down here.
#Person1#: Great! What if I need to print something in the lobby?
#Person2#: You would have to use the computer lab. I'm sorry for the inconvenience. | #Person2# wants to order broadband internet for the laptop. #Person1# gives #Person2# three options and tells #Person2# #Person2# has to use the computer lab to print. |
train_10123 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I have many things to buy. I would like to choose the cleaning milk first.
#Person1#: All right. What is your type of skin?
#Person2#: Dry. That's my problem.
#Person1#: You can use this. It has special effect for keeping your face moisturized. It has this lotion, as a gift attached.
#Person2#: Sounds good. What about shampoo? I would like to buy the product that prevents scurf.
#Person1#: How about this one? It is well-known for the effect of removing scurf.
#Person2#: Is it a newcomer?
#Person1#: Yes, it is a new brand.
#Person2#: I do not care the brand as long as it works well.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: I want to buy the toothpaste, the brand of Jiajieshi.
#Person1#: Yes, here you are. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to choose the cleansing milk for dry skin and shampoo to prevent scurf. #Person2# also buys a toothpaste. |
train_10124 | #Person1#: How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy some perfume for my girlfriend.
#Person1#: Do you know what kind of scent she usually wears?
#Person2#: She usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No. 5. But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance.
#Person1#: OK, here are some of our most popular perfumes.
#Person2#: Which one would you recommend?
#Person1#: Personally, I quite like the new perfume from Clinique. It's a subtle flowery scent. What do you think?
#Person2#: That smells great. I'll take one bottle, please.
#Person1#: Would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers.
#Person2#: It's OK. She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder, and I don't know what shade to buy.
#Person1#: How about some lipstick? Every woman needs a nice tube of lipstick.
#Person2#: She doesn't usually wear lipstick. She thinks it makes her nose look too big.
#Person1#: How about some mascara? That will make her eyes look bigger.
#Person2#: No, thank you. She has big enough eyes as it is.
#Person1#: I know what she would like-some whitening cream.
#Person2#: No thanks. Western women usually try to make their skin darker, not lighter.
#Person1#: Will that be all then?
#Person2#: That will be all. You've been very helpful, thanks. | #Person2# would like to buy some perfume for #Person2#'s girlfriend. #Person1# recommends the new perfume from Clinique and some other cosmetics, like skin cleansers, moisturizers, lipsticks, mascara, and whitening cream. #Person2# only takes the perfume. |
train_10125 | #Person1#: how's your job search going?
#Person2#: I don't know. I only started looking for a job a few days ago.
#Person1#: I see. Have you found anything that you're interested in?
#Person2#: I've only found a few openings in my field.
#Person1#: what kind of job are you looking for?
#Person2#: I'm trying to find a job in sound engineering.
#Person1#: there's not a very high demand for that kind of job, is there?
#Person2#: unfortunately not. If I can't find anything in the field, then I could also work in the tourism field.
#Person1#: that's a good idea. You have plenty of experience in the tourism industry, don't you?
#Person2#: yes.
#Person1#: by the way, I saw a job in the paper this morning that you might be interested in.
#Person2#: really? what is it?
#Person1#: it's a job at a recruitment agency.
#Person2#: that's interesting. Do you think they'd hire me?
#Person1#: well, you have plenty of experience job hunting. I think you'd be the perfect person for the job!
#Person2#: that's true. I might as well call them up and see if I can get an interview. Do you have the details?
#Person1#: sure, it's the ad circled with a red pen in the middle of the classifieds. Good luck! | #Person2# is trying to find a job in sound engineering but only found a few openings. #Person2# could also work in the tourism field. #Person1# recommends a job at a recruitment agency. #Person2# is interested. |
train_10126 | #Person1#: Oh, hey, Keri! You cook, right! You're a pretty good cook.
#Person2#: I'm OK.
#Person1#: OK. I want to make an omelet, so actually this is really silly, I've never made one before. How do you make an omelet?
#Person2#: OK, Well, I can teach you how I make them, which is the same way my father and grandmother make them, which is a little special.
#Person1#: OK. Yeah! Yeah!
#Person2#: First you take some eggs and crack them in a bowl, and whisk them up, quite, so they're quite high and fluffy, and in a hot pan, and you need a pan that's that's kind of small, that the sides go up at an angle. You put some oil and heat it up, so it's quite hot, and then you take your whipped up eggs, or whisked up eggs, and pour them into the pan, and as it's cooking, if you take a spatula, and push the bottom layer of the egg, to the side, to the sides, and then to the middle, so the uncooked egg gets to the bottom of the pan.
#Person1#: Oh, OK. Wow!
#Person2#: OK. And keep doing that until most of the egg is cooked so you should have a nice thick omelet and then flip it over, you'll only have to cook that side lightly. Put your fillings on the top and fold it over and let it sit just long enough to melt the cheese.
#Person1#: Wow. That sounds really good.
#Person2#: Mm, it is.
#Person1#: Wow. What fillings do you recommend?
#Person2#: Um, well, if you want to do a real simple one, you can just use some pre-made salsa and cheese, and that's easy, or you can do something like cut up some ham and cheese, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, anything that you like. If you want to make a spinach omelet then you have to add the cooked spinach to the egg mixture. So it's actually cooked in it. It's inside bacon and sour cream is nice and Jack cheese. | Keri teaches #Person1# to cook the omelet by the way that Keri's father and grandmother did. Firstly crack and whisk some eggs and keep pushing the bottom layer to the side when cooking it until most of it is cooked. Then flip it over and add some fillings. Keri recommends pre-made salsa and cheese for the filling. |
train_10127 | #Person1#: Now tell me, what's your problem?
#Person2#: I don't feel like eating. And I cannot sleep well.
#Person1#: Do you have a fever?
#Person2#: Yes, a low fever. I feel terrible. Am I dying?
#Person1#: Certainly not. Take one of these white pills three times a day.
#Person2#: Before the meals or after the meals?
#Person1#: After the meals. And do not forget to take two sleeping pills before going to bed. | #Person2# has a lower fever. #Person1# gives #Person2# some medicine. |
train_10128 | #Person1#: I know why Mr. Fro didn't like our ad idea! He doesn't know the first thing about coffee.
#Person2#: True. I always see him drinking instant.
#Person1#: Let's take him some of Kitty's best and make the pitch again.
#Person2#: Do you think that will be enough to make him have a change of heart?
#Person1#: It's worth a shot. | #Person1# suggests they take Mr. Fro some best coffee and try their ad idea again. |
train_10129 | #Person1#: I'm really glad that you came to see me.
#Person2#: I had to. I was missing you a lot.
#Person1#: I was missing you too.
#Person2#: So, why haven't you visited me?
#Person1#: I've actually been busy lately.
#Person2#: What have you been doing?
#Person1#: I've just been working really hard.
#Person2#: I've also been busy.
#Person1#: Tell me what you've been doing.
#Person2#: Basically, I've been working too.
#Person1#: Well whatever, I'm glad you came.
#Person2#: So am I. | #Person1# and #Person2# have been busy working recently. #Person1# is glad #Person2# came to see #Person1#. |
train_10130 | #Person1#: Is our destination the amusement park?
#Person2#: Yes, I think even though we are adults, it's still a good place for us to relax.
#Person1#: What are you going to enjoy?
#Person2#: I want some exciting. Which is more fun, the roller coaster or the ferris wheel?
#Person1#: I like neither.
#Person2#: Come on. Here is for enjoying and exciting.
#Person1#: OK, let me think. The roller coaster looks more fun.
#Person2#: I like ferris wheel more.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. We can go to the ferris wheel later.
#Person2#: OK, let's go. | #Person1# and #Person2# goes to the amusement park. They decide to go to the roller coaster and then the Ferris wheel. |
train_10131 | #Person1#: This is today's schedule. At 8: 30AM, conference with the department managers. At 9 o'clock, live for the workshop where you'll award prizes to the staff for preventatives.
#Person2#: That's great. What are the prizes?
#Person1#: 3000 RMB as bonus for each person.
#Person2#: To encourage the staff increases.
#Person1#: Ok. Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM. At 12 AM, back here for lunch.
#Person2#: What about the afternoon?
#Person1#: At 2 PM, give a presentation here with the press. At four o'clock sharp, have dinner with Mr. Smith, manager of NCC. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about today's schedule, which is tight. |
train_10132 | #Person1#: Are you here for the position advertised in China Daily?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I'm very interested in that advertisement about hiring a computer program designer, and hope to know a little more about it.
#Person1#: What kind of information would you like?
#Person2#: Well, first I would like to know if this position is still available.
#Person1#: Yes, it's still open.
#Person2#: Terrific! Then how should I apply for?
#Person1#: Oh, we need your resume, health report, three photographs and several letters of recommendation. Would you please send them to us by next Wednesday?
#Person2#: Thank you very much. Bye-bye. | #Person2# asks #Person1# about the availability of the position of computer program designer and how to apply for it. |
train_10133 | #Person1#: You're the editor of Public Eye. What kind of topics does your program cover?
#Person2#: Well, there are essentially domestic stories. We don't cover international stories. We don't cover party politics or economics. We do issues of general social concern to our British audience. They can be anything from the future of the health service to the way the environment is going downhill.
#Person1#: How do you choose the topic? Do you choose one because it's what the public wants to know about or because it's what you feel the public ought to know about?
#Person2#: I think it's a mixture of both. Sometimes you have a strong feeling that something is important and you want to see it examined and you want to contribute to a public debate. Sometimes people come to you with things they are worried about and they can be quite small things. They can be a story about corruption in local government, something they cannot quite understand, why it doesn't seem to be working out properly, like they are not having their litter collected properly or the dustbins emptied.
#Person1#: How do you know that you've got a really successful program? One that is just right for the time?
#Person2#: I think you get a sense about it after working in it in a number of years. You know which stories are going to get the attention. They are going to be published just the point when the public are concerned about that. | #Person2#, the editor of Public Eye, tells #Person1# their program is essentially domestic stories and it's the mixture of what the public wants to know about and what they feel the public ought to know about. #Person2# could feel whether #Person2# has got a successful program. |
train_10134 | #Person1#: Did you watch the TV special about barnacles last night?
#Person2#: No, I missed it. What did you learn about them?
#Person1#: That they glue themselves to rocks in the ocean, shortly after birth. They also stay in the same place forever.
#Person2#: Right, have you ever tried removing one of those things? It would be easier to chip the rock away than to get the barnacles off.
#Person1#: Exactly, and that's why scientists are trying to figure out what the barnacles glue is made of. It's considered one of the strongest adhesives in nature.
#Person2#: And it would have the advantage of being able to work on wet surfaces too.
#Person1#: Precisely, and because it's natural protein, it probably wouldn't be harmful to people like so many synthetic glues in use today.
#Person2#: Think of all the ways doctors and dentists could use such a glue, mending broken bones, fasting false teeth.
#Person1#: There could be countless uses. Scientists hope to learn soon exactly how the glue is made, so that people can make use of it. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about barnacles and their glue, which probably wouldn't be harmful to people like so many synthetic glues in use today and could have countless uses. |
train_10135 | #Person1#: 4373811.
#Person2#: Hello. Is that Jean?
#Person1#: Yes, speaking.
#Person2#: There is a really good film on at the cinema this week. It's called 'Sounds Forever'. Would you like to come and see it with me on Wednesday evening?
#Person1#: No. I'm afraid I can't. I'm going to play at a concert at London University on Wednesday.
#Person2#: What about Friday then?
#Person1#: That would be great. Yes, I'd love to. What time does it start?
#Person2#: At 7:00 pm. Would you like to go for a drink first?
#Person1#: Yes, fine. Is six o'clock OK? We can meet outside the cinema.
#Person2#: OK. See you on Friday then. Bye. | #Person2# invites Jane to see a film on Wednesday evening but Jane is busy at that time. They decide to go on Friday. |
train_10136 | #Person1#: Morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not really sure. I'm just looking.
#Person1#: I see. Well, there's plenty to look at again this year. I'm sure you'd have to walk miles to see each stand.
#Person2#: That's true.
#Person1#: Would you like a coffee? Come and sit down for a minute. No obligation.
#Person2#: Well, that's very kind of you. But...
#Person1#: No, please, is this the first year you've been to the fair, Mr. ...?
#Person2#: Yes. Johnson. James Johnson.
#Person1#: My name's Susan Carter. Are you looking for anything in particular or are you just interested in computers in general?
#Person2#: Well, actually, I have some specific jobs in mind. I own a small company. We've grown quite dramatically over the past 12 months and we really need some technological help to enable us to keep on top of everything.
#Person1#: What's your line of business, Mr. Johnson?
#Person2#: We are a training consultancy.
#Person1#: I see. And what do you need to keep on top?
#Person2#: The first thing is correspondence. We have a lot of standard letters and forms. So I suppose we need some kind of word processor.
#Person1#: Right. Well, that's no problem. But it may be possible for you to get a system that does a lot of other things in addition to word processing. What might suit you is the MR5000. That's over there. It's IBM compatible.
#Person2#: What about the price?
#Person1#: Well, the MR5000 costs 1,050 pounds. Software comes free with the hardware.
#Person2#: Well, I'll think about it. Thank you.
#Person1#: Here's my card. Please feel free to contact me. | Susan Carter gives James Johnson some coffee and lets him sit down. James owns a company of training consultancy and needs some technological help to keep on top of everything. Susan recommends MR5000 to James. James will think about it. |
train_10137 | #Person1#: Are you sure that this is the place to wait for our school bus?
#Person2#: Yeah. Look, other kids are coming this way.
#Person1#: But it doesn't look like a real bus stop.
#Person2#: That's because regular buses don't stop here.
#Person1#: How much is it going to cost?
#Person2#: Nothing. It's free.
#Person1#: Is that yellow bus it?
#Person2#: Let's go sit in the back. All the cool kids do. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# that regular buses don't stop at the school bus station and their school bus is free. |
train_10138 | #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# lost mum's necklace. #Person1# will buy a new one. |
train_10139 | #Person1#: What are you going to take?
#Person2#: Roast pork chops with a bottle of red wine, please. Is soup served here?
#Person1#: Of course. What kind of soup do you like? Clear or thick?
#Person2#: Clear soup. I think tomato soup is fine. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to order roast pork chops and tomato soup. |
train_10140 | #Person1#: Are you alright, child?
#Person2#: Hey, I still know my name.
#Person1#: What did the nurse say?
#Person2#: She said I have a fever but nothing major.
#Person1#: In that case, you should go home and get plenty of rest.
#Person2#: What if this small fever turns into a big fever?
#Person1#: Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you. | #Person2# has a fever. #Person1# thinks #Person2# should go home and get plenty of rest. |
train_10141 | #Person1#: What are you going to do for one year abroad, Tom?
#Person2#: Study, study, study. I want to learn a lot.
#Person1#: You are going to take courses?
#Person2#: Yes. I am going to take some university courses there.
#Person1#: Sounds hard.
#Person2#: Yes, but I think it's probably for the best.
#Person1#: Won't you get lonely?
#Person2#: Hey, I am a pretty cool guy. I will make friends, and I'll have a lot of extracurricular activities too. You know, like fencing, or theater or something. | Tom is going to study for one year abroad and believes he won't feel lonely. |
train_10142 | #Person1#: Can you direct me to some fresh produce that's on sale?
#Person2#: Well, we've got some great mangoes on sale.
#Person1#: Mangoes? What are mangoes?
#Person2#: Well, it's a fruit with a big seed in it.
#Person1#: Can you eat the seed?
#Person2#: No. Peel the skin with a sharp knife, and throw out the seed.
#Person1#: Well, how much are they?
#Person2#: Well, they're on sale today for only $1 each.
#Person1#: Can you describe their taste?
#Person2#: They usually taste sweet, but they remind me of an orange.
#Person1#: How can I tell if they're ripe?
#Person2#: You can buy them either ripe or unripe. Unripe ones are hard.
#Person1#: Where do they grow mangoes?
#Person2#: The ones that are on sale are from Central America. | #Person1# wants to buy some fresh products on sale. #Person2# recommends mangoes and introduces the fruit to #Person1#. |
train_10143 | #Person1#: Does Tom drink a lot?
#Person2#: Yes, he does. He often has had one to many. But I advised him not to drink too much, he just boasted that he had hollow legs and nobody had ever drunk him under the table.
#Person1#: That's a problem. He has sort of Dutch courage and that will egg him on in doing anything. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about Tom who drinks a lot and has Dutch courage. |
train_10144 | #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# would like to taste some local dishes. #Person2# recommends steamed fish. #Person1# will try it and some green salad. |
train_10145 | #Person1#: So, Fred, what are your plans for after graduation?
#Person2#: Well, I've already got a job waiting for me back in my hometown.
#Person1#: That's cool. Have you already found an apartment to live in?
#Person2#: I'm planning on living with my parents. Won't you?
#Person1#: I couldn't even if I wanted to. My parents told me that if I went home, then I'd have to find my own place.
#Person2#: You mean they're kicking you out?
#Person1#: Not really, they just don't want me living at home. My older sister did that, and she lived at home for seven years. Once she started living at home, it got harder and harder for her to move out.
#Person2#: Well, it's not like my parents want me to live at home the rest of my life. They said that it's ok if I move back home to begin with, but they want me to find a place of my own after a year or so.
#Person1#: My parents just didn't handle my older sister very well, and because of that, they want me to be more independent. They think that it's important that I should learn how to live on my own.
#Person2#: I know I need to learn that myself, but I just don't have the money for it at the moment. Living at home allows me to save up some money before I started finding a place. | Fred has got a job in his hometown and is planning on living with his parents. #Person1#'s parents don't want #Person1# living at home. They want #Person1# to be more independent. Fred thinks he needs to learn to live on his own too but he doesn't have the money. |
train_10146 | #Person1#: Excuse me. How much is this tablet? Is it on sale?
#Person2#: Yes, it's on sale for only US $200.
#Person1#: Is it good?
#Person2#: Sure. It has a hard disk storage capacity of 128 gigabytes with up to 12 hours of battery life. You can enjoy millions of movies, TV shows, songs, apps and games on it.
#Person1#: Could you give me a 10% discount?
#Person2#: Sorry, the price is already low. So I can only offer a 5% discount.
#Person1#: It looks good, but it's not a well known brand.
#Person2#: You're right, but it's of good quality.
#Person1#: OK, I'll take it. | #Person1# wants to buy a tablet and asks #Person2# for a 10% discount. #Person2# can only offer a 5% discount. #Person1# takes it. |
train_10147 | #Person1#: Why don't we get you some shirts, darling?
#Person2#: I want to leave, we've already been here 2 hours.
#Person1#: But we should get you some shirts. You need summer shirts.
#Person2#: I would rather buy them somewhere else.
#Person1#: Why? They have everything here.
#Person2#: I don't like shopping in the malls. I like shopping on the street, there was more variety.
#Person1#: Let's just look and see what they have.
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: What about these shirts?
#Person2#: The styles here are too boring for me.
#Person1#: Oh come on, don't be so sour. These are beautiful shirts, look at this red shirt, try it on.
#Person2#: Do they have it in large?
#Person1#: Let me look on the rack. Here is one, large, try it on.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: It looks good on you.
#Person2#: Well. I don't think it's the best style for me.
#Person1#: You should be happy. I want you to look good. If I let you shop for yourself, you would never buy anything.
#Person2#: Yes. Maybe. | #Person1# wants to get some shirts for #Person2#, who would like shopping on the street instead of in the malls. #Person1# believes that #Person2# would never buy anything without #Person1#. |
train_10148 | #Person1#: I'd like to send this package to my uncle in Sydney. How much will it cost to send it there?
#Person2#: Well, if you ship it by standard delivery, it takes 6 days, and it will cost $12.
#Person1#: Well, is there another way? My uncle's birthday is just in 5 days. I'd like him to receive it by then. The cost doesn't matter.
#Person2#: We have an express overseas delivery. It costs twice more than the standard. But we guarantee delivery in 2 days.
#Person1#: OK, then ship it by express overseas delivery. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to send the package to #Person1#'s uncle in Sydney by express overseas delivery. |
train_10149 | #Person1#: Mrs. Peterson, we're planning to write a report. Could you help us with it?
#Person2#: Sure, what is it about?
#Person1#: It's about people's love for music. We want to know how music influences them.
#Person2#: Sounds interesting. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: We did some research at several universities and we need to get the same information about other age groups. So I wonder if you could help us with this.
#Person2#: You mean I need to hand out these papers to the members of my gym and then collect them? That's easy. When do you need them?
#Person1#: By next Monday. People of all ages should be included, especially the middle aged and teenagers.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. | #Person1# is writing a report about people's love for music and asks Mrs. Peterson to hand out the papers to the members of her gym. |
train_10150 | #Person1#: How was your economics class?
#Person2#: Well, to be honest with you, I fell asleep during the lecture.
#Person1#: Was it that boring?
#Person2#: No, it wasn't the teacher's fault. The problem is that I can't stay awake for a 2 hour lecture. I had been working in the evening at the hospital.
#Person1#: Isn't that going to affect your grades?
#Person2#: Probably, but I need to work to pay my school fees.
#Person1#: Maybe you should talk to the financial aid office. There's no point in working so hard to make money, if you were just going to fail your classes.
#Person2#: But they are going to try to offer me a bunch of loans. I am trying to avoid going into debt. That's why I've been working.
#Person1#: OK, then I have a better idea. Why don't you go to the student employment office and see if they can help you find another job. Even if you have to work, there's no reason why you should work at night.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. I actually have a break before my next class, so I'll go there now. | #Person2# fell asleep during the economic class because #Person2# needs to work late to pay the school fees. #Person1# advises #Person2# to go to the student employment office to find another job. |
train_10151 | #Person1#: Would you like some more coffee?
#Person2#: No thanks. I'm full. We need to find our waitress and get our bill.
#Person1#: The waitress is bringing the bill right now.
#Person2#: This waitress has really been on top of things, hasn't she?
#Person1#: Yes, this waitress did a great job.
#Person2#: OK, let's see what the damage is. The total for our meal is $ 36.00.
#Person1#: What do you think would be the right amount to leave for a tip?
#Person2#: Fifteen percent is a normal tip, but she really did a great job. What do you think about 20 % this time?
#Person1#: Yes, 20 % would be perfect.
#Person2#: Her tip will end up being $ 7.20 plus the bill of $ 36.00. The total will be $ 43.20.
#Person1#: Yes, that was one fantastic meal!
#Person2#: I agree. Maybe we can come back again next week. | #Person2# and #Person1# think the waitress has done a great job. So they give more tips than usual. |
train_10152 | #Person1#: Hello, Sir. How can we help you today?
#Person2#: I need to find out some more information for L / C. I would like an outline of responsibilities, both ours, yours and the beneficiary, please.
#Person1#: OK, to start, the conditions are specified by the buyer and may include Insurance Forms, Way Bills, Bills of Lading, Customs forms, various certificates.
#Person2#: OK, got it. Is there anything else I need to know before we go ahead?
#Person1#: Just that in effect, a basic Letter of Credit is a financial contract between the bank, the bank's customer, and the beneficiary, and this contract involves the transfer of goods or services against funds.
#Person2#: That sounds fine, thanks for that. Let's go ahead! | In the bank, #Person2# asks for the outline of responsibilities between the bank, the bank's customers, and the beneficiary. #Person1# gives detailed explanations. |
train_10153 | #Person1#: What's that book you have under your arm?
#Person2#: It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months.
#Person1#: How in the world did you get a copy? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn.
#Person2#: I checked it out of the rental library. It only costs five cents a day.
#Person1#: Is it really worth paying for?
#Person2#: I can't tell yet. I haven't got beyond the first chapter.
#Person1#: If it's any good, I'll buy a copy when it comes out in the pocket edition. | #Person2# gets a copy of the best seller book and #Person1# will buy a pocket edition copy if it's good. |
train_10154 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark! Hi, do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry, Nigel. I'm rushing to a meet right now.
#Person1#: Sure, no problem. Can we fix a time to talk later?
#Person2#: Sure, but this week is crazy for me. Can we make it next Monday?
#Person1#: Ok, see you 10 o'clock next Monday!
#Person2#: That's fine. See you then. | Mark and Nigel schedule to meet each other next Monday. |
train_10155 | #Person1#: Why do you want to join us?
#Person2#: The reason for my application for this position is simple. My educational background and professional experience make me qualified for the job.
#Person1#: Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration?
#Person2#: Oh, just one thing, could you give me some ideas of the pay?
#Person1#: What salary do you get for your present position?
#Person2#: 2, 000 RMB per month.
#Person1#: What starting salary would you expect here?
#Person2#: 3, 000 RMB per month.
#Person1#: No problem, we pay 3, 000 RMB per month. Plus a 20 % commission on all, a company car and other benefits. All travelling expenses will be reimbursed by the company. Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: No, that's all. | #Person2# is being interviewed by #Person1# and tells #Person1# about reasons for application and expected salary. #Person1# gives an offer beyond #Person2#'s expectation. |
train_10156 | #Person1#: Hello, Miss, what can I do for you this afternoon?
#Person2#: I need the haircut. But you seem so busy today.
#Person1#: Yes, it is, busy today. We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend. Would you like to take a seat, and wait for a while, please?
#Person2#: Ok, but how long I have to wait, it is going to be more than 30 minutes.
#Person1#: It should be around that, if you like, please for a free to read the magazine while you are waiting.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Sorry to keep you waiting, Miss. I'll have a dresser for you. Mr. Li will finish with a client in a moment or two. Would you like to have a shampoo first? I'll get it on for you.
#Person2#: Ok, thanks. | #Person2# is waiting for a haircut. #Person1# will get her a shampoo first before Mr. Li finishes with another client. |
train_10157 | #Person1#: I like this apartment. Do you think we can afford the mortgage?
#Person2#: Yes. I think so. It's not a very expensive apartment. It's in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for. The rooms are quite large too.
#Person1#: I love the balcony. We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer. We are on the 12th floor, so there's a very nice view from the balcony.
#Person2#: The neighbourhood is nice too. There is a park nearby.
#Person1#: Yes, and there are not too many houses nearby. I like it that the neighbourhood isn't full of apartment blocks.
#Person2#: It's a pity we can't afford a house. A garden would be so nice.
#Person1#: Yes, it would. Don't worry. There's a lawn outside the building and there's the park nearby. This place will be fine.
#Person2#: The building is quite new and well constructed. I'm happy with the fittings too.
#Person1#: Yes, everything has been well designed. | #Person1# and #Person2# are satisfied with the apartment for its design and neighbourhood. Though they can't afford a house, they are fine with this apartment which they can afford. |
train_10158 | #Person1#: It's a fine day today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. It's wonderful after the downpour.
#Person1#: How nice seeing the sun back again! The air is so fresh.
#Person2#: I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time.
#Person1#: Well, the weather is so unpredictable this time of year.
#Person2#: You're right. We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow.
#Person1#: Look! It looks as if it is going to rain.
#Person2#: The weatherman predicts a fine day today.
#Person1#: The weather is often quite different from the weather forecast. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the unpredictable weather this year, which differs a lot from the weather forecast. |
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