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train_10759 | #Person1#: Good morning. I'm Liu Yi, from China XYZ Company. We have an appointment with Mr. Thomas.
#Person2#: Welcome to ABC Company. We have been expecting you, please have a seat. I will call him.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Mr. Thomas will be here very soon. In the meantime, may I ask all of you to sign in so that I can issue your passes?
#Person1#: Should each of us write separately?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Please print your name and company name, and the person you are going to see. | Liu has an appointment with Mr. Thomas. #Person2# asks Liu to sign in while waiting. |
train_10760 | #Person1#: Hello. This is the Customer service. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'Ve been getting harassing calls recently. Can I have my phone number changed?
#Person1#: Sure. What's your favorite number?
#Person2#: How about 560 436 4040.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. This number has already been registered.
#Person2#: How about 560-436-8976?
#Person1#: This number is ok. It's still available. When would you like your phone number changed?
#Person2#: As soon as possible. Can I have it right now?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to change #Person2#'s phone number. |
train_10761 | #Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, one last thing. How much holiday time do you give your employees every year?
#Person1#: Our employees receive fifteen days of paid vacation every year. If you don't use the full fifteen days, they carry over to the following year.
#Person2#: How about sick days?
#Person1#: You get five paid sick days.
#Person2#: Any other benefits?
#Person1#: Yes, we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well.
#Person2#: Great. Thanks so much for your time.
#Person1#: We'll contact you soon, Ted. Thanks for coming in. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the employees receive fifteen days of paid vacation, five paid sick days, and other benefits. |
train_10762 | #Person1#: What characteristics should an interpreter own?
#Person2#: I think he should be an expert of everything.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Because English is nothing but a tool which is used when people may negotiate in international conferences, probe into physics, release some information in a press conferrence, and do anything we can do with language. Therefore, an interpreter has to know some expertise in the field he / she serves as an interpreter. Otherwise he / she can not carry out his / her work smoothly. | #Person2# tells #Person1# an interpreter should be an expert in everything and explains why. |
train_10763 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but are you Mr. Smith from Britain?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: I'm from Textile Import and Export Corporation. I've come to meet you. My name is Zhang Yong.
#Person2#: How do you do, Mr. Zhang? I'm glad to meet you.
#Person1#: How do you do, Mr. Smith? Let me help you with your luggage.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Did you have a good trip?
#Person2#: On the whole, not too bad.
#Person1#: Anyhow, it's a long way to China, isn't it? And I think you must be very tired.
#Person2#: Yes, I am, rather. But I'll be all right by tomorrow and ready for business.
#Person1#: I wish you a pleasant stay here.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Now, Mr. Smith, if all is ready, we'd better start for the hotel.
#Person2#: I'd like to. Let's go.
#Person1#: This way, please. Our car is waiting over there. | Zhang Yong meets Mr. Smith at the airport. Zhang Yong helps Mr. Smith with his luggage. They will start for the hotel. |
train_10764 | #Person1#: Hello, Mary. Nice day, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, what a wonderful day! The sky has cleared up in the end.
#Person1#: I do feel like an outdoor exercise. After all, we haven't had such a beautiful day for a long time.
#Person2#: How about taking a walk in the park?
#Person1#: OK. It's delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh.
#Person2#: ( After they entering the park ) Great, it's so quiet here. We have the park to ourselves, only you and me.
#Person1#: Are you kidding? Don't you see many people over there? Just on your right.
#Person2#: Oh, I see them. Beautiful weather should be shared by all the people.
#Person1#: Ah, you changed so fast. | Mary suggests walking in the park because it's a wonderful day. #Person1# agrees. They find many people are in the park. |
train_10765 | #Person1#: Please sit down. Let's see...you're Mr. Smith. Is that correct?
#Person2#: Yes. John Smith.
#Person1#: And you're interested in this job?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I'll graduate from college the coming June. My major is Chinese.
#Person1#: I see. Have you ever done any work in this field?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to be a tour guide for Chinese travellers.
#Person1#: Good. Now, how much money do you expect to have for a year?
#Person2#: From what I've read, it seems that a starting pay would be around $12,000 a year.
#Person1#: Here, you would start at $10,500 for the first year...a kind of training period. Then you would go to $15,000.
#Person2#: That sounds fair enough. What do you think are the chances for me to get a job here?
#Person1#: Well, I'm talking to three people today and four tomorrow. We'll be hiring two people. You'll hear from us sometime next month. Good luck! And thanks for coming in today. | #Person1# interviews John. John tells #Person1# he used to be a tour guide for Chinese travelers. They also discuss the salary. John thinks it's fair enough. |
train_10766 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can I ask you something, Mr. Jones?
#Person2#: OK, go ahead.
#Person1#: Do you happen to know Mr. Johnson in the Sales Department?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. He is a nice young man, ready to help all the time. | Mr. Jones thinks Mr. Johnson is nice. |
train_10767 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Summerfield. How are you today?
#Person2#: Very well. Thank you, Ms. Green.
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, unfortunately, there is a problem with the order we received from you yesterday. It seems we haven't seen the right quantity of manuals to support the telephone system.
#Person1#: Oh, dear, that's bad news. I'm very sorry to hear that, and you don't know how many packs are without manuals?
#Person2#: No, because we haven't opened every pack. But in several of those that have been opened there are none, no manuals.
#Person1#: I'm very sorry about this inconvenience, Mr. Summerfield. We'll send out the manuals this afternoon by express mail entirely at our cost, and the manuals should arrive tomorrow or the day after at the latest.
#Person2#: All of them, right?
#Person1#: Yes. It maybe that some have them already, but we cannot be sure. So the best thing is to send out the manual for every pack.
#Person2#: Yes. Yes, I see. That would be great.
#Person1#: Please accept our apologies for this mix-up. I assure you we will do everything possible to find out why the mistake happened.
#Person2#: Right. Thanks for your swift action.
#Person1#: Not at all. Thank you and goodbye for now. Do call if there is anything else.
#Person2#: All right. Thank you. Goodbye, Ms. Green.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | Mr. Summerfield tells Ms. Green he didn't receive the right quantity of manuals. Ms. Green apologizes and promises to send out the manuals by express mail entirely at their cost. |
train_10768 | #Person1#: Hi, Cathy, how did you find yesterday's speech competition?
#Person2#: Well, to be honest, it was quite disappointing.
#Person1#: You didn't like the speeches?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. In fact, I enjoyed listening to most of the speeches. But I just couldn't accept the result, you know.
#Person1#: Hmm, you mean the judges?
#Person2#: I mean most of the listeners including me didn't understand why the judges didn't like Samantha. It was such a shock when they announced the winner was Jim. We all thought Samantha's pronunciation was the best.
#Person1#: You're probably right. But don't you think the speech itself is more important? As I see it, Jim's speech was more meaningful. I was deeply moved by the story he told us.
#Person2#: But, in my opinion, we also learned something very important from Samantha's speech.
#Person1#: That's right. Samantha and Jim were indeed very close. I guess it was difficult for the judges.
#Person2#: Well, I wish I could agree with you. But I do think Samantha was the best. | Cathy thinks the speech competition was disappointing because of the judges. #Person1# thinks the speech itself is more important and Jim's speech was more meaningful. Cathy still thinks Samantha's speech was the best. |
train_10769 | #Person1#: Hi Michael. Happy Birthday! How old are you today?
#Person2#: Seven.
#Person1#: Alright. Well, let's sing Happy Birthday: Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Michael, Happy Birthday to you. Alright. So what should we do first?
#Person2#: How about cake and ice cream?
#Person1#: Okay. Well, uh let ... let's light the candles. Okay, and make a wish! Don't ... don't tell me.
#Person2#: Don't tell you?
#Person1#: Yeah, don't tell me. Okay, and go ahead and blow out the candles. Okay, let's cut the cake, and then we can have cake and ice cream. And what do you want to do after the cake and ice cream?
#Person2#: Play freeze tag.
#Person1#: Now, how do you play tag?
#Person2#: Um ... one person is it, and the person who is it tries to tag everyone [Alright. And then ... ] before I tag someone and then, another person tags me.
#Person1#: Oh, wow. And whose coming over later today for your birthday?
#Person2#: Well, everyone. Uh, my cousins, all my aunts and grandmas, grandpas.
#Person1#: Alright. Well, Happy Birthday, Michael. | #Person1# celebrates Michael's birthday. After singing Happy Birthday, Michael makes a wish and blows out the candles. Michael also wants to play freeze tag after having cake and ice cream. |
train_10770 | #Person1#: I don't know if we'll be able to spare a whole day at the Ocean Park. We've only got four days in Hong Kong, remember.
#Person2#: Oh right, well, in that case, I'd advise you to get there early. It opens at 10 o'clock in the morning on weekdays. Look, I think I've got a plan of the place somewhere. Let me see.., yes, here we are. You can have this.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: OK I'll show you. Let's start with the lower level. See? Here? You arrive by taxi or bus or whatever here, on the right, can you see? That's the bus terminal. And you go in through the main entrance. You could go to Water World first but I think you'd better miss that out as you're short of time, you said. You see the cable cars? Well, those long lines are the wires and the little circles are the cars going up and down to the next level. Well, walk past the cable car terminal, at the bottom of the plan, and bear right past the Waterfall Gardens. Actually, have a look in, there are ducks and other birds in the pool there-it's very pretty. Then you'll see some steps up on the left. Follow that path and you'll come to the Centenary Garden which is a good place to stop and take pictures if you've got your camera. Then carry on until you're almost at the Children's Zoo. Right. I wouldn't bother to visit the zoo if I were you, it takes quite a long time to walk round. But I do recommend the 'Touch and Feed' section opposite, as I said. It's great fun for small children.
#Person1#: Ok, so we'll pay a visit there, and then what?
#Person2#: You could come back a different way past the Chinese rock garden. Oh, that's lovely-do wander around if there's time. Then go down the steps to the Otter Pool-you can have a sit down there for a little while and watch the otters messing around in the water. Then back to the cable car terminal where you can catch a car to the upper level. The journey takes about ten minutes, I suppose, it's quite a long way. Now if you look at the other plan, the one for the upper level, you'll see where you arrive.
#Person1#: Is this the terminal here in the bottom left hand comer?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. The fun fair is in the top left hand corner. Can you see? With 'The Dragon' I was telling you about, and 'The Octopus' and 'The Spider'. Do you think you'll want to go to that?
#Person1#: Um, well, I think the children are a bit too young really, but they might enjoy watching other people.
#Person2#: OK. Well, if you're feeling quite hungry by the time you arrive, which you probably will be, why not have a snack in the Chinese Restaurant next to the terminal? When you've finished your lunch, I would go to the Coral Reef first. It's that little building on the left hand side. 'That's where you can see fish and other underwater creatures in a kind of natural habitat.
#Person1#: Right. That sounds interesting.
#Person2#: It's lovely. After that, walk up to 'The Dragon' and watch people being really scared! Then you could come down to the Ocean Theater, which is just to the left of the center of the plan- and see a performance of dolphins or maybe the killer whale. You'll have to check the times for that. There's one at two o'clock, I think. I'm not sure about the high diving, but you may be able to see that as well. If there's time, you could also carry on to the fight and have a look at Wave Cove. And finally, if you're not too exhausted by then you could return to the lower level by using the famous escalator. You'd be finished by 3:30 or 4 at the latest.
#Person1#: Right, well, thanks for all your advice. Urn, we'll send you a postcard!
#Person2#: I'll look forward to it. | Since #Person1# just has four days in Hong Kong, #Person2# suggests #Person1# get to Ocean Park early. #Person2# also shows different levels of the park. #Person2# recommends the Waterfall Gardens, the Centenary Garden, the Children's Zoo, the 'Touch and Feed' section opposite at the bottom of the plan. #Person1# can come back a different way past the Chinese rock garden and visit the Otter Pool. If #Person1# feels hungry, #Person1# can have a snack in the Chinese Restaurant. Then #Person1# can walk to 'The Dragon', the Ocean Theater, and Wave Cove. #Person1# thanks for #Person2#'s advice and will send a postcard. |
train_10771 | #Person1#: It's said you will go abroad to pursue your graduate studies.
#Person2#: Yes, I've been thinking about visiting you. I hope to get some advice from you.
#Person1#: Which country do you want to go to?
#Person2#: My field is electronic engineering. Which country do you think I should go?
#Person1#: Were I in your position, I'd go to America.
#Person2#: Which university should I apply to?
#Person1#: There are many universities for you to choose from. Some famous universities such as Harvard, Yale, the University of Michigan, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are really wonderful places to study, but they are very competitive and expensive. Some smaller universities or institutes are also very nice but much cheaper.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Thank you very much. | #Person2# wants to pursue #Person2#'s graduate studies abroad and asks #Person1# for suggestions on university selecting. |
train_10772 | #Person1#: What kind of books do you like?
#Person2#: I like reading novels about early America.
#Person1#: Really? Me too.
#Person2#: Which one do you like best?
#Person1#: I prefer the novels by Hemingway, such as The Old Man and the Sea. I like the simple words in his novels.
#Person2#: Yup. Though the words he used are simple, but the spirit he has conveyed is great.
#Person1#: Absolutely! | #Person1# and #Person2# both like novels about early America, especially the novels by Hemingway. |
train_10773 | #Person1#: Oh, hi Pam. When did you get back from Canada? How was it?
#Person2#: The day before yesterday. I only visited Montreal and Ottawa, but I had a great time.
#Person1#: Which city did you like better?
#Person2#: That's hard to say . . . I think Ottawa is prettier. It has better sightseeing, too. A lot of museums and galleries.
#Person1#: And what's Montreal like? What did you think of it?
#Person2#: Montreal is more exciting. It has better shopping. The stores are cheaper and more interesting.
#Person1#: Which one has better nightlife?
#Person2#: Oh, Montreal of sure. It has more restaurants and clubs. They say Montreal is the most exciting city in Canada.
#Person1#: Well, I've always wanted to see Vancouver. I've heard it has the most beautiful views. | #Person1# asks Pam about his trip to Canada. Pam thinks Ottawa is prettier and Montreal is more exciting and has better nightlife. |
train_10774 | #Person1#: I'll help you, Lucy. Look at what I've got here. In this small bottle, there's a magic love potion.
#Person2#: A magic love potion?
#Person1#: Yes. If you put a few drops on someone's eyelids while he's asleep, he'll fall in love with the first person he sees when he wakes up.
#Person2#: It can't be true.
#Person1#: Take my word for it.
#Person2#: So what am I going to do?
#Person1#: Just come to our house and stay over. You'll sit by his bed and greet him like a beautiful red rose, 'Good morning! '
#Person2#: That sounds like a blue rose! My sitting by his bed?
#Person1#: Don't be so shy, Lucy. | #Person1# explains the function of the magic love potion and asks Lucy to stay over to make the person fall in love with Lucy. |
train_10775 | #Person1#: I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job.
#Person2#: Well, if I were you, I'd go on studying.
#Person1#: But I don't even know what to study.
#Person2#: If I had chance again, I'd major in English. You're good at language.
#Person1#: That's what my parents want me to do.
#Person2#: You should take their advice. They know what's best for you.
#Person1#: But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun, while I spend all my time doing reading and writing.
#Person2#: But if you go to university, you'll still have time for fun.
#Person1#: Hum, what you say make sense. But you know, I still have to ask my parents for pocket money, and I hate to do so at this age.
#Person2#: And if you try to find a part-time job, you'll have some money too.
#Person1#: You're right. Thank you for the advice. | #Person1# doesn't know whether to go to university or to get a job. #Person2# suggests going to university and having a part-time job. |
train_10776 | #Person1#: Anna, I heard you're going to Brazil. The World Cup is already over, why are you going there?
#Person2#: I'm going there for a vacation with my parents. My parents don't like watching football games, but they like Brazil. So we'll go there this summer.
#Person1#: I heard Mark is going there, too. What is he going to do there?
#Person2#: He's going there to take part in a competition.
#Person1#: A competition? What is it?
#Person2#: Have you heard about the Robo Cup?
#Person1#: No. What is it?
#Person2#: The Robo Cup is for people who love creating robots. During the event, some teams of robots will play football in a game.
#Person1#: Really? That sounds amazing. I had no idea that Mark creates robots.
#Person2#: He's crazy about robots. Actually, his team has taken part in the Robo Cup 3 times.
#Person1#: Will you go and watch it?
#Person2#: Yes, I'll go and cheer for Mark's team. | Anna will go to Brazil for a vacation with her parents. #Person1# tells her that Mark is going to Brazil for a robot competition. Anna will go and cheer for Mark's team. |
train_10777 | #Person1#: Do you know how many bones there are in the human body?
#Person2#: About 100 bones.
#Person1#: No, there are actually 206 bones.
#Person2#: How much do they weigh?
#Person1#: They count for up to 20% of the body's weight. If you didn't have any bones in your body, you would look like a balloon without any air in it. Do you know what bones are for?
#Person2#: I think bones give us the ability to stand, walk and run.
#Person1#: Great. Actually, they have 2 important functions. One is to provide a structure that enables humans to stand upright instead of moving along the ground. The other is to protect the inside of the body. So, how can you keep your bones healthy?
#Person2#: By eating certain foods that are good for bones.
#Person1#: Exactly .Foods such as milk, cheese and green vegetables are helpful. Also, you need regular exercise such as dancing, walking and weight lifting. Exercise makes your bones strong. A lack of exercise weakens your muscles and bones. | #Person1# says there are 206 bones in the human body and they count for up to 20% of the body's weight. #Person1# talks about bones' functions and the way to keep them healthy. |
train_10778 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a sweater in a medium size.
#Person1#: Let's see. Here is a nice white one. What do you think?
#Person2#: I think I'd rather have it in blue. Oh no, the pink one. It looks better.
#Person1#: OK. Here's pink in a medium. Would you like to try it on?
#Person2#: OK. Yes, I love it. It fits perfectly. How much is it?
#Person1#: It is $50. It will be $53 with tax.
#Person2#: Perfect. I'll take it. | #Person2# tries on a medium-size pink sweater and will take it. |
train_10779 | #Person1#: Is supper ready, mom? I really want to eat now.
#Person2#: No, honey. It's only 5:30. Didn't you have lunch at school today?
#Person1#: The food was terrible so I just ate a little. I really don't like the food at school.
#Person2#: You can pack a lunch everyday if the school food is really that bad.
#Person1#: Great, thanks, mom. When will supper be ready?
#Person2#: In an hour. Your father won't eat at a restaurant with his friends tonight. He'll be back from the office around 6:30 this evening. We'll wait for him and have supper together.
#Person1#: Is there anything left in the fridge?
#Person2#: Yes, there is some bread and milk.
#Person1#: I'll eat a bit of bread now. I don't think I can wait for another hour. My stomach cannot stop making noises.
#Person2#: OK, but don't forget to wash your hands first.
#Person1#: OK, mom. I'm on it. | #Person1# can't wait to have dinner because #Person1# found the lunch at school was terrible and didn't eat much. #Person2# tells #Person1# they will wait for #Person1#'s father. #Person1# will eat some bread first. |
train_10780 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I bought the CD here two days ago. It's scratched, and doesn't play properly.
#Person2#: I'm sorry about that, sir. I'll get you another one.
#Person1#: The thing is I've replaced once already. I think it's just a faulty batch.
#Person2#: I see. Maybe I can offer you a credit note.
#Person1#: Well. To be honest, that's not much use to me. I'll leave the country tomorrow. I'd really prefer a refund.
#Person2#: OK, sir. I'll see what I can do. | #Person1# bought a scratched CD. #Person1# thinks it is a faulty batch and requires a refund. #Person2# will see what #Person2# can do. |
train_10781 | #Person1#: Is everything to your satisfaction?
#Person2#: No, the steak was recommended, but it is not very fresh.
#Person1#: Oh, sorry to hear that. This is quite unusual. I will look into the matter.
#Person2#: This is very annoying.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir. Do you wish to try something else? That would be on the house, of course.
#Person2#: No, I don't risk it.
#Person1#: How about a delicious dessert then, with our compliment?
#Person2#: I'm not keen on dessert as a habit. They are fattening.
#Person1#: I see, sir. I'm sure everything will be right next time you come. | #Person2# thinks the steak is not fresh and is annoyed. #Person2# refuses to get anything else. #Person1# promises everything will be right next time. |
train_10782 | #Person1#: Why did you apply for the position?
#Person2#: I learned from your ad.That you will provide on-the-job training for new employees.This is just what I need, because I'm a recent college graduate. I have the necessary knowledge and skills but I lack experience.
#Person1#: What do you hope to become?
#Person2#: I want to prove my true value in the electronic industry, and hopefully in the near future I would be promoted to a higher position.
#Person1#: Well, thank you for coming.We ' ll let you know as soon as possible. | #Person2#, a recent college graduate, applies for a position at #Person1#'s company. #Person1# promises to tell #Person2# the result as soon as possible. |
train_10783 | #Person1#: Bob, would you come and help me?
#Person2#: Of course. What do you want me to do, Mom?
#Person1#: Could you hold these packages while I look for the key?
#Person2#: Alright, what's in them? They are so heavy!
#Person1#: Just things we need for the picnic tomorrow.
#Person2#: Well, hurry up and open the door please. I told you these things are heavy.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I just can't find the key. You must have it.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it's in my pocket. But how can I get the key while I'm holding all these bags? | Mom asks Bob to help her hold the packages while she looks for the keys. |
train_10784 | #Person1#: How was your interview?
#Person2#: Pretty good. The HR manager asked me the usual questions. Then he wondered why I had decided to leave my previous job.
#Person1#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I told him that I hadn ' t got a raise for three years. I also told him that one of my best co-workers quitted her job because she had not been promoted for eight years.
#Person1#: Did he want to know the reasons?
#Person2#: Yes. I told him that my boss made some excuses of the recession. But I thought he had a pattern and a record of promoting men only.
#Person1#: That ' s sex discrimination. When will you get the reply?
#Person2#: In a couple of days, I was told.
#Person1#: Wish you good luck!
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# talks about her interview with #Person1#. #Person2# told the HR that she left her previous job because the boss has sex discrimination. She hadn't got a raise for three years. |
train_10785 | #Person1#: Hi, Sven, can you help me? Could you hold the end of the tape measure, please?
#Person2#: Of course, where do you want me to stand?
#Person1#: Just there by the door. I need to measure the length of this workbench. We're going to replace it. OK - 3 m 47 cm. Let's round it up to 3 m 50.
#Person2#: I'm glad you're replacing it. We need more space to work on things. How deep will the new workbench be?
#Person1#: Tell me what size you want and I'll order the wood.
#Person2#: Well, it's about 65 cm at the moment. Could we increase it by about a third?
#Person1#: Sure. So let's see. We need a piece of wood 3. 5 m long by 1 m wide. I'll order it right away and I'll be able to install it next Tuesday. | Sven is helping #Person1# to measure the length of the old workbench. They decide to replace it for a bigger one, which is 3.5m long by 1m wide. |
train_10786 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Have you got any books on genetic engineering? I've looked for them everywhere, but I can't find any.
#Person2#: I'm not sure if we've got any now. Books of that kind are on this shelf. Well, I'm afraid we've sold out.
#Person1#: What a pity! I should have come earlier.
#Person2#: Come some time next week if you like. I think we'll have got some by them.
#Person1#: Ok, I will. | #Person1# is looking for genetic engineering books, but they're sold out. #Person2# tells #Person1# to come next week. |
train_10787 | #Person1#: Grandpa, this seat is for you, for you are the eldest person here and also it's your birthday today.
#Person2#: Oh, you are such a good child today. Come here. Sit next to me.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I can't do that. It's Dad's seat, according to the book about table manners.
#Person2#: Oh, you read? Very good. Then, I think we should do something different today. I'll give you some privilege.
#Person1#: Great. That's my favorite seat which will be the nearest to the birthday cake.
#Person2#: Now I see what you read the book for. But it's fine. I'll give you the lion's share.
#Person1#: Why do they serve up the noodles first? I don't like it. Where is the cake?
#Person2#: This is not common noodles. They're ' long-lived ' noodles. it's an old Chinese tradition to eat. long - lived noodle on birthday.
#Person1#: I see. Then I'll try it. | #Person1# saves the seat for Grandpa according to table manners. Grandpa asks #Person1# to have 'long-lived' noodles first. |
train_10788 | #Person1#: Our unit is participating in a fundraiser this weekend and would like to borrow the van, if possible.
#Person2#: I would need to check on that. Where is the fundraiser?
#Person1#: It will be at the beach by the pier.
#Person2#: What day will you need it for?
#Person1#: We will only be needing it for Sunday.
#Person2#: Maybe that could work. I need to know who will be driving it.
#Person1#: The only two drivers will be Mary and I.
#Person2#: If I give you the keys to the garage, could you bring it back on Sunday evening?
#Person1#: Sure. We also would like to use the chairs from the lunchroom. Would that be OK?
#Person2#: OK, but make sure that everything is back by Sunday night at the latest. | #Person1# is borrowing the van and chairs from #Person2# for a fundraiser on Sunday. #Person1# promises to bring everything back on Sunday evening. |
train_10789 | #Person1#: I am fed up with Jack. He is so weak in dealing with other people and always eats dirt.
#Person2#: So he is. But, why not try to help him to become stronger?
#Person1#: How do you know that I didn't try? I just couldn't manage it. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# about Jack because Jack is so weak. |
train_10790 | #Person1#: Are things still going badly with your house guest?
#Person2#: It's getting worse. Now he's eating me out of house and home. I'Ve tried talking to him but it all goes in one ear and out the other. He makes himself at home, which is fine. But what really gets me is that yesterday he walked into the living room in the raw and I had company over! That was the last straw.
#Person1#: leo, I really think you're beating around the bush with this guy. I know he used to be your best friend in college, but I really think it's time to lay down the law.
#Person2#: You're right. Everything is probably going to come to a head tonight. I'll keep you informed. | Leo's house guest is eating Leo out of his home. Leo cannot bear him anymore. #Person1# suggests Leo lay down the law. Leo agrees. |
train_10791 | #Person1#: hey, Mary, what's up?
#Person2#: not much. Last night I met this great guy at the bar and we had such a wonderful time that we decided to meet again tonight.
#Person1#: oh, that's exciting. What's this guy like? Is he hot?
#Person2#: well, I didn't think so at first. But as we started talking, I found his extremely funny and witty. I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes! We have so much in common. We like the same teams, music, a
#Person1#: it seems you two are a good match. What qualities do you look for in a friend?
#Person2#: there's nothing definite I think. I don't have a list or anything, but when I first meet somebody, I can usually tell whether or not that person is going to be a good friend. It seems I have radar h
#Person1#: well, that's something I've never heard of. But if you as me what I value most in a friend, I would have to say honesty.
#Person2#: I agree. You can't expect a close relationship with a dishonest person. Those are the people that will turn their back on you when you are in need.
#Person1#: yeah, I know. A friend in need is a friend indeed. I don't need fair-weather friends either. | Mary tells #Person1# that she met a funny and witty boy at the bar last night. They decided to meet again tonight. #Person1# and Mary both agree that friends have to stay honesty. |
train_10792 | #Person1#: Hey, Vernassa. why be angry look?
#Person2#: It's the new neighbor. I hate her guts.
#Person1#: I've never seen you so worked up. what did she do to you?
#Person2#: She made another white crack about my clothes.
#Person1#: Are you sure she was trying to put you down?
#Person2#: Of course, I am sure.
#Person1#: You shall go easy on her. she is new here.
#Person2#: Just how am I supposed to do that?
#Person1#: You shall just take it in surprise.
#Person2#: I've tried, but she keeps pushing my buttons.
#Person1#: Try to pull it together, Vernassa. I am sure things will turn note, ok?
#Person2#: I am not. she is no picnic.
#Person1#: Well. if you think I can help, let me know.
#Person2#: Thanks, Serena. | Vernassa is angry about her new neighbor because she criticizes her clothes. Serena tells Vernassa to take it easy. |
train_10793 | #Person1#: Hey, John. Nice car.
#Person2#: Thanks. I finally got rid of that old Nissan that got me through college.
#Person1#: What is this, the new Ford?
#Person2#: No, it's last year's model.
#Person1#: True. How much did you pay?
#Person2#: $ 14, 500. It only has 10, 000 miles on it, so it's like a new car.
#Person1#: Does that mean you're not going to take the train to work anymore?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes, I think it'll be nice to drive to work instead. We'll see. Want to go for a ride?
#Person1#: Yeah, sure.
#Person2#: Come on. | John buys a Ford for $14,500 and will drive to work. John will take #Person1# for a ride. |
train_10794 | #Person1#: excuse me, is this the way to the Greta Wall?
#Person2#: oh, it is really far from here. You're going in the wrong direction actually.
#Person1#: I must have taken a wrong turn.
#Person2#: it doesn't matter. Go back the way you came. After about five kilometers, you'll see a hotel on the side of the road. It's a big one. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: and then?
#Person2#: take the next right. Drive about one click further, and you'll see the entrance of the highway to the Great Wall.
#Person1#: thanks a lot.
#Person2#: you're welcome.
#Person1#: by the way, how long does it take?
#Person2#: without traffic, it takes about an hour.
#Person1#: I heard the Great Wall closes early in the afternoon. Do you think I can make it before closing?
#Person2#: yes, I think so. It doesn't close until 5 o'clock. You still have plenty of time.
#Person1#: great! Thank you!
#Person2#: my pleasure, and have a good time! | #Person1# is going to the Great Wall but is in the wrong direction. #Person2# tells #Person1# the right way. #Person1# still has plenty of time. |
train_10795 | #Person1#: Hurry up, Daniel, it's Barbie time.
#Person2#: All right, Sis!
#Person1#: Come on, it's cool outside.
#Person2#: I really wish Mom and Dad were here with us.
#Person1#: Hey, Daniel, what's your favorite weather? Snowy or sunny?
#Person2#: Me? Er, I like hot weather, just like today.
#Person1#: What? Are you crazy?
#Person2#: I like to watch Barbie sticking her tongue out.
#Person1#: Ew, Danny, gross!
#Person2#: By the way, what's your favorite weather?
#Person1#: I love snowy, because it is very very romantic.
#Person2#: Look, is that Tom? | Daniel and his sister are having Barbie time, and they talk about their favorite weather. |
train_10796 | #Person1#: Good morning. I'm from the new york book review. Could I ask you some question about your latest book?
#Person2#: Sure. Take a seat. . . what would you like to know?
#Person1#: First, I'Ve heard that your latest book is based on a true story.
#Person2#: That's correct. It's a murder mystery based on actual murders that book place in florida several years ago. The main character-the police invesigator-is based on the man who investigated the case.
#Person1#: How do you research your books?
#Person2#: I always visit the places that I use as setting for stories. Readers like things to be as factually correct as possible-even in fiction! I usually base my characters on people I have met. Most charact
#Person1#: I really like your books. I'Ve just finished this one. I read it from cover to cover in a single day. Congratulation on making the bestseller list yet again!
#Person2#: Thank you. Let met sign it for you. . . there you go.
#Person1#: Oh! Thank you very much. I heard that you are currently writing a collection of short stories. What are the stories about?
#Person2#: There's a real mix of stories in the book. I haven't finished all of them yet, though. Many of them are short detective stories, but there are also horror stories and sci-fi ones. If you give me your
#Person1#: Thanks very much. I'm sure it will sell well. I can't wait to read it. Here's my card. Thank you for you time. | #Person1# is from the New York book review and interviews #Person2# about #Person2#'s latest book's writing background and research methods. They also talk about #Person2#'s current writings. |
train_10797 | #Person1#: Did you punch in?
#Person2#: Yes. By the way, you are having a great make-up today. I like the color of your lipstick. So adorable!
#Person1#: Really? It took me really a while to find the color. I am happy you like it.
#Person2#: Well, girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things. Actually, do we still have a meeting this afternoon?
#Person1#: Sure, when those never ending meetings. | #Person2# praises #Person1#'s lipstick color. They complain about the meeting this afternoon. |
train_10798 | #Person1#: I feel confused by all the diet options out there. I don't know which one actually works.
#Person2#: Most of them are not so practical. It will be very bad for your health if you skip lunches or supers as the recommended. I think making an exercise plan can be more effective.
#Person1#: Maybe you're right. It is very expensive to go to a weight-loss center. I'd better join in a fitness club.
#Person2#: You don't need to lose weight, you are not fat.
#Person1#: I bought an exercise dress yesterday and I found it was hard to dress it up. | #Person1# wants to lose weight. #Person2# and #Person1# talk about how to lose weight effectively. |
train_10799 | #Person1#: Rebecca Johnson speaking.
#Person2#: I'd like to speak to someone in your Accounts Department, please.
#Person1#: Just a moment. . . I'm afraid there's nobody there right now. Could I take a message?
#Person2#: Yes, please. My name's Michael Caxton from one of your customers, Rosedale Investments.
#Person1#: Sorry, just a moment. The name is Caxton. . .
#Person2#: No, it's Caxton.
#Person1#: Fine, I've got that. And your company is. . .
#Person2#: Rosedale Investments.
#Person1#: Could you spell that, please?
#Person2#: It's R, O, S, E, D, A, L, E.
#Person1#: Thank you. And the message?
#Person2#: It's about an invoice which is wrong.
#Person1#: Have you got the number there?
#Person2#: Um. . . yes. . . it's 856674 / ros.
#Person1#: 856674.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: OK, I'll get someone to phone you first thing in the morning.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | Michael Caxton from Rosedale Investments phoned Rebecca about the wrong invoice number. Rebecca will get someone to phone him first thing in the morning. |
train_10800 | #Person1#: May I ask you how much this position pays per year?
#Person2#: This job pays sixty-five thousand dollars per year.
#Person1#: What kind of benefits does this job have?
#Person2#: This job provides full medical, dental, and disability.
#Person1#: What type of vacation time do we get?
#Person2#: You get 3 weeks paid vacation that you may use as you wish.
#Person1#: Do we have a 401K?
#Person2#: We offer a 401K with some matching funds available depending on length of service.
#Person1#: What type of professional development do you offer?
#Person2#: We provide up-to-date training on state of the art equipment.
#Person1#: Where do I sign up for my benefits package?
#Person2#: Down the hall. I'll show you when the interview is over. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the salary, benefits, vacation, and training of the position. |
train_10801 | #Person1#: Hi, may I speak to Ryan, please?
#Person2#: This is Ryan you are speaking with. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Hi, Ryan, this is Malia, and I will not be coming to work today.
#Person2#: What is wrong with you?
#Person1#: I have really bad poison oak and can't stop itching.
#Person2#: How long have you had it?
#Person1#: I'Ve had it a few days, but the rash really got bad last night.
#Person2#: How have you been treating it?
#Person1#: I have some lotion that the doctor gave me, as well as an antihistamine.
#Person2#: That should work. I'll see you tomorrow when you return to work. | Malia has bad poison oak and the rash got worse last night. She calls Ryan and gets off work. |
train_10802 | #Person1#: I am Liu Yi, from China XYZ Company. I'd like to see Mr. Thomas, please.
#Person2#: Do you have an appointment, Mr. Liu?
#Person1#: No, I am afraid not. I just arrive in town today.
#Person2#: Mr. Thomas is quite busy, I'm afraid he won't be able to see you today.
#Person1#: Would you please ask when he will be free?
#Person2#: Have a seat please while I call. | Liu Yi wants to see Mr. Thomas. #Person2# tells him that Mr. Thomas is quite busy and is going to call him. |
train_10803 | #Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough a lot in the evening.
#Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: You're right, but you know, it's hard to give up an old habit.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: You know, I often have to work til late at night. I need something to keep me awake.
#Person1#: Why don't you go to bed and get up early? You'll have the same time for work.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice! I'll try it. | Bill tells #Person2# that he coughs a lot in the evening. #Person1# suggests he stop smoking and get early to work. |
train_10804 | #Person1#: I want to change rooms. In fact, I want a refund for tonight!
#Person2#: And the problem is, sir?
#Person1#: Cockroaches have taken over my room!
#Person2#: My apologies, sir. We'll give you a new room and refund the value of your current room.
#Person1#: Thank you. I want to continue to be able to recommend this hotel to others.
#Person2#: We always try to serve our guests in the most agreeable way possible. | #Person1#'s room has cockroaches. He wants another room and a refund for tonight. #Person2# agrees. |
train_10805 | #Person1#: New York Airport. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I am calling to make sure if flight CG877 will arrive on time?
#Person1#: Hold on a moment please. . . Sorry, the flight from London has been delayed. It departed two hours later than scheduled. The whether in London was really bad.
#Person2#: You mean it will arrive two hours later than usual?
#Person1#: So far we could only deduce this way. If you want further information, would you please call us 1 hour later?
#Person2#: OK, thank you. | #Person1# from New York Airport tells #Person2# on the phone that #Person2#'s flight has been delayed because of the weather. |
train_10806 | #Person1#: Which institute did you choose in university?
#Person2#: I chose the Institute of Foreign Language.
#Person1#: How many departments were there in your university?
#Person2#: There were a number of them, such as Department of Literation, Department of Journalism and Communication, Department of Art Design, etc. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s institute and university. |
train_10807 | #Person1#: I feel chilly and I've got a pain in my abdomen.
#Person2#: How long have you had it?
#Person1#: Almost a week.
#Person2#: I think you've got a cold.
#Person1#: What should I do?
#Person2#: I'll give you some medicine, and you will be better in a couple of days.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# thinks #Person1# gets a cold and will give #Person1# some medicine. |
train_10808 | #Person1#: Can you help me? The program is not responding and I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: Look at the icon in the bottom corner of your screen. Is it flashing?
#Person1#: No. It isn't.
#Person2#: OK. Try closing down all the files you're not using at the moment.
#Person1#: But I can't move the cursor at all. My screen is frozen. What should I do?
#Person2#: Have you tried pressing the Escape key?
#Person1#: Yes, but nothing's happened.
#Person2#: OK, you'll need to reboot your machine. Press Control, Alt and Delete at the same time.
#Person1#: I've never done that before. Will I lose all my files?
#Person2#: You might lose the file you were working on, but don't worry, the help desk can restore it. When did you last take a backup? | #Person1#'s computer crashes. #Person2# suggests #Person1# reboot the machine and assures #Person1# that the help desk can restore the files. |
train_10809 | #Person1#: hello. How was the marketing meeting?
#Person2#: hi. It was awful. I think I put forward some great ideas, but none of them were accepted.
#Person1#: I'm surprised to hear that. I thought you had some very good suggestions.
#Person2#: so did i. I ran the ideas by a few people before the meeting and their ideas seemed to have the supports of some people.
#Person1#: so what happened in the meeting?
#Person2#: one or two people didn't take to my ideas very well. That was to be expected. The worst thing was that the people who said the idea were good before the meeting didn't support me during the meeting.
#Person1#: I wonder why not. We could always revise the suggestions, to take into account any objections.
#Person2#: that's good advice, but I'm not confident that even revised proposals will be accepted.
#Person1#: may I make a suggestion?
#Person2#: sure. I'm open to any reasonable suggestions.
#Person1#: Is there a chance you could contact the client confidentially and see what they think? If they like your ideas, perhaps they could put them forward as their own proposals. You won't get credit for ide
#Person2#: I'm not sure that's a good idea.
#Person1#: go on. Take a chance. You could just hint at your idea. The client should be smart enough to take a hint. | #Person2#'s ideas were not accepted at the market meeting. When #Person2# ran the ideas by a few people before the meeting, they had the support. #Person1# suggests #Person2# contact the client confidentially and see what they think. |
train_10810 | #Person1#: What's your products'competitive edge?
#Person2#: You have probably noticed that our products'prices are competitive. Besides. we can provide more superior products than other companies at the same price.
#Person1#: We need your detail explanation.
#Person2#: It means that if you place a big order, we usually allow 15 % for a trade discount. And our products feel more slip, colorful and faddish than others. You can have a look.
#Person1#: It sounds good, and how about its quality? We only look for the best.
#Person2#: We always sell the best. You can believe us at this point.
#Person1#: OK! How long dose it take you to deliver if we order 1000 pieces of silk?
#Person2#: Within 2 weeks once we receive your orders. | #Person2#'s products' competitive edge is price and quality. #Person2#'s products take 2 weeks to deliver to #Person1#. |
train_10811 | #Person1#: Don't tell me that's your lunch?
#Person2#: No, this is just my appetizer. . . this is my lunch!
#Person1#: A candy bar for an appetizer and a piece of pie for lunch! That's all junk!
#Person2#: This is good food, it has milk, fruit, grains, nuts. . .
#Person1#: Sugar, sugar, preservatives, fats, more sugar, more fat, more preservatives!
#Person2#: At least I enjoy my lunch! What's in your bag?
#Person1#: My wife sent me with rice, vegetables, and some curry chicken.
#Person2#: There's the difference, your wife made it! I have to make my own lunch! | #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s lunch is all junk. #Person2# says #Person1#'s lunch is made by his wife, while #Person2# has to make #Person2#'s own lunch. |
train_10812 | #Person1#: I'd like to invite you for dinner tonight. Do you think you'll have time?
#Person2#: Thank you for your invitation. I'm free tonight.
#Person1#: Which kind of food do you like to eat, Chinese food, western food or seafood?
#Person2#: I prefer seafood.
#Person1#: OK. I will pick you up at your hotel at 5:30 p. m.
#Person2#: That's fine. I'll be waiting for you.
#Person1#: See you later.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person1# will pick #Person2# up at #Person2#'s hotel at 5:30 pm tonight for a seafood dinner. |
train_10813 | #Person1#: Well, it's sort of attractive, but in the end I still find it a pretty depressing place.
#Person2#: Do you? Why?
#Person1#: The animals are out of their natural environment. They're just here for humans to look at. There's nothing natural about it.
#Person2#: Yeah, but if we didn't have any zoos, a lot of species would just, well, they'd face extinction.
#Person1#: Do you really believe that?
#Person2#: Well, don't you? I mean they have good breeding projects for some species that are dying out. Um, anyway, I think, there's a trend towards developing zoos to become education centers, stimulating information for kids and displays, and that kind of thing.
#Person1#: What we need to do is to take care of the natural environment, make sure that they've still got a place where they can live in the wild.
#Person2#: Well, yeah, OK. But it's just not happening, is it? I think in reality you've got to have zoos.
#Person1#: Well, I just can't agree with that. I mean, what is the pleasure in watching animals pacing up and down in cages?
#Person2#: Look, zoos are changing. Some older zoos put animals in cages, but what about safari parks? The animals are fine there. They've got a lot of space and people see them in a much more natural setting.
#Person1#: Well, maybe you're right. | #Person1# thinks zoos are unnatural for animals, while #Person2# thinks it is necessary to have zoos so that animals are protected. #Person1# agrees that safari parks are natural settings for animals. |
train_10814 | #Person1#: Hello, Mary. Is it true that you're going to leave us?
#Person2#: Maybe, but it still depends on Jack. If he gets that job, then we'll have to move to Boswell.
#Person1#: You're going to miss Highland Park, aren't you?
#Person2#: Oh, definitely. But it's a much greater opportunity for Jack. His salary will be much higher. Also, there are better schools for the children. The town itself isn't half as nice as Highland Park, though.
#Person1#: Are you going to stop working?
#Person2#: I may get a job as a teacher. There's a new highschool in Boswell, and they're looking for teachers. | Mary tells #Person1# that she is going to leave Highland Park and move to Boswell if Jack gets a new job. Mary will look for a job as a teacher. |
train_10815 | #Person1#: Hi, James. Are you going downtown on Sunday?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you need anything?
#Person1#: Well, I'm wondering if you could get me a lantern.
#Person2#: OK. What kind of lantern do you want?
#Person1#: I haven't decided yet, actually. I think those colorful square ones like Tommy's look nice, but your long, round one is also very attractive. So... What do you suggest?
#Person2#: Well, that depends on what you want. Tommy's looks nicer, but mine is more durable, I think.
#Person1#: Then get me one like yours, please. Mum always told me not to judge something by its looks.
#Person2#: No problem. | James is going to downtown on Sunday. #Person1# asks James to get #Person1# a long, round lantern. |
train_10816 | #Person1#: This is a great jacket, but look at the price! It's too expensive. $ 600!
#Person2#: No, wait. It's pretty reasonable. You're thinking in US dollars not Hong Kong dollars. It's only about 100 US dollars.
#Person1#: You're right. | #Person1# thinks the jacket is great but too expensive. #Person2# reminds #Person1# that it's reasonable in HK dollars. |
train_10817 | #Person1#: Well, I'm afraid my cooking isn't to your taste.
#Person2#: Actually, I like it very much.
#Person1#: I'm glad you enjoy it. Let me serve you some more fish.
#Person2#: No, thank you. I've had enough fish, but I'd like some soup.
#Person1#: Here it is. Help yourself!
#Person2#: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If only my wife could learn to cook from you.
#Person1#: Why not bring your wife next time? I haven't seen her for quite a while.
#Person2#: OK, I will. She will be very glad to see you, too. Thank you for the wonderful meal. | #Person2# likes #Person1#'s fish very much. #Person1# suggests #Person2# bring his wife for a meal next time. #Person2# agrees. |
train_10818 | #Person1#: Would you mind taking your feet off the desk, Bill?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I was very comfortable.
#Person1#: But do you put your feet on your own desk?
#Person2#: No, never. I don't want to mark my desk.
#Person1#: Well, would you please keep my desk clean?
#Person2#: Aren't you going to sell it?
#Person1#: Yes, but who wants a badly marked one? | #Person1# wants Bill to take his feet off #Person1#'s desk, because #Person1# is going to sell it, and nobody wants a badly marked desk. |
train_10819 | #Person1#: That's right. And I'm going to be Vice President of Marketing.
#Person2#: Way to go, Mary. A lot has happened during the last few months, hasn't it?
#Person1#: You can say that again!
#Person2#: What's up with Vince and Elvin?
#Person1#: They work for Zina now.
#Person2#: And they're happy with that?
#Person1#: They're in awe of her. After they saw how she crushed WebTracker. . . but I guess you know all about that. | Mary tells #Person2# that she is going to be Vice President of Marketing. Vince and Elvin work for Zina now, and they are in awe of her. |
train_10820 | #Person1#: Hi, Is that David?
#Person2#: Hi, Jenny. It's David here.
#Person1#: Hey, what's new?
#Person2#: Not much. My girlfriend just dumped me.
#Person1#: Sorry to hear that. What happened?
#Person2#: Well, she told me things just weren't working out and we weren't right together. But I thought things were just great. Why did she say this? It's completely out of the blue.
#Person1#: Hey, that's not the girl with pink hair, is it? The girl I saw with Jack yesterday.
#Person2#: What? She was cheating on me with that ugly guy. Oh, no, I feel like such a loser.
#Person1#: Hey, she is not worth it. Forget her.
#Person2#: But she lied to me.
#Person1#: Hey, she is not worth it. Anyway, there are plenty more fish in the sea. Listen, let's go for a drink in the town. How about that?
#Person2#: Ok, then.
#Person1#: But you have to promise me that you are not gonna wear that face.
#Person2#: What face?
#Person1#: The one where you look like your dog just died. You have to get over her and the sooner the better.
#Person2#: Yeah, I know. You are right. | David tells Jenny on the phone that his girlfriend just dumped him because things weren't working out. Jenny tells David that she saw his girlfriend with Jack yesterday. Jenny invites David to go for a drink in the town and forget his girlfriend. |
train_10821 | #Person1#: How much is this?
#Person2#: You mean the large one or the small one?
#Person1#: The large one.
#Person2#: They're on special this week. They've been reduced to five dollars.
#Person1#: Is this the only kind you have?
#Person2#: No. We have some that are different in style but not in color. They're over there. Do you see the sign?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I think I'll look at those over there before I decide.
#Person2#: Very well. Just take your time. | #Person1# is shopping. #Person2# provides #Person1# with information and waits for #Person1# to decide. |
train_10822 | #Person1#: Is my car ready yet?
#Person2#: I don't know, sir. What's the number of your car?
#Person1#: It's LFZ 312 G.
#Person2#: When did you bring it to us?
#Person1#: I bought it here three days ago.
#Person2#: Ah yes, I remember now.
#Person1#: Have your mechanics finished yet?
#Person2#: No, they're still working on it. Let's go into the garage and have a look at it. Isn't that your car?
#Person1#: Well, it was my car.
#Person2#: Didn't you have a crash?
#Person1#: That's right. I drove it into a lamp post. Can your mechanics repair it?
#Person2#: Well, they're trying to repair it, sir. But to tell you the truth, you need a new car. | #Person1# comes to #Person2#'s to take his car, but the mechanics are still working on his car. #Person2# suggests #Person1# buy a new car. |
train_10823 | #Person1#: It's fine weather, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. It's so lovely to have a sun bath here.
#Person1#: Do you have sun mats here?
#Person3#: Of course. How many do you want?
#Person1#: Just one, please.
#Person3#: Anything else?
#Person1#: That's all. Thank you. | #Person1# and #Person2# buy a sun mat from #Person3#. |
train_10824 | #Person1#: what can I do for you , sir?
#Person2#: What do we get this morning?
#Person1#: Fruit juice , cake and refreshments and everything.
#Person2#: I'd like to a glass of tomato juice please.
#Person1#: Any serial , sir?
#Person2#: Yes. A dish of cornmeal weight.
#Person1#: And eggs?
#Person2#: Yes. Baked eggs and buttered toast. I like my baker very crazy.
#Person1#: How do you want to your eggs?
#Person2#: Fried , please.
#Person1#: Anything more , sir?
#Person2#: No , that's enough, thank you. | #Person2# gets tomato juice, cornmeal weight, baked eggs, and buttered toast from #Person1#. |
train_10825 | #Person1#: Hi, you're new here, aren't you? What's your name?
#Person2#: Stella.
#Person1#: Want to come and play?
#Person2#: I'd like to, but I can't. My mom says I've got to stay and help her. It's my brother's birthday and we're having a party.
#Person1#: Oh, you've got a brother, have you?
#Person2#: I've got two brothers. Kit, the one with the birthday. He's only little. He's four. I've got a big brother who's married. His name is Don.
#Person1#: Does your brother Don live near here?
#Person2#: Yes, not very far away. Cathe, his wife, works in the shop over there. They've got a new baby called Liz. I mean Elizabeth really, but we call her Liz.
#Person1#: Is that your mom over there calling you?
#Person2#: No, that's my aunt May, my mother's sister. I'd better go. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | Stella is going to help her mother prepare for her brother Kit's four-year-old birthday. She also has a big brother who is married with a baby. |
train_10826 | #Person1#: Are you ready for your trip?
#Person2#: Not really. I still have to buy some clothes.
#Person1#: Well, what's the weather like where you are going?
#Person2#: It's really hot in the summer, so I'm going to buy some shorts and a few T-shirts.
#Person1#: What about the rest of the year?
#Person2#: People say that the Falcon still be warm until November. I'm going to buy some jeans and a few casual shirts.
#Person1#: Will you need any warm clothes for the winter?
#Person2#: Well, the weather doesn't get too cold, but it often snows in the mountains. So I'm going to buy a couple of warm sweaters, a jacket and a hat. I don't have room in my suitcase to pack a coat. So I'm going to wait until I get there and buy it when I really need it.
#Person1#: Are you going to take anything else?
#Person2#: They say it rains cats and dogs in the spring, but again I'll probably just wait and pick up a raincoat later on. I'm going to take a good pair of shoes, because I plan on walking to and from school every day. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is traveling to Falcon and is preparing clothes for different weathers. |
train_10827 | #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 will be a chance to ask questions. | #Person1# and Peter are going to visit spaceships, the space station, and aircraft equipment as well as others. They will ask questions and take photographs. |
train_10828 | #Person1#: What do you reading, Linda?
#Person2#: I'm reading a novel, The Mill on the Floss, written by the one of my favorite famous novelists, Gorge Alias.
#Person1#: What's it about?
#Person2#: It's meanly about relationship between a brother and a sister, who live in the mill on the river floss. It describe there are childhood and disputes cause them to separate, the book ends with them ha
#Person1#: Is it difficult to understand?
#Person2#: Not really, i would consider it easy.
#Person1#: Besides novels, any other types literary works that you indulgence.
#Person2#: I really like short stories.
#Person1#: Have you read anything else besides literature?
#Person2#: Certainly I have. I like to read books on vary subjects, and i can read everything I can get my hands on in my spare time. I don't want to idle away and waste my time.
#Person1#: I agree. People who don't read are no better often people who can't read. I also agree that books are like food for the mind. | Linda tells #Person1# she's reading a novel and she also likes short stories. Both she and #Person1# agree that books are like food for the mind. |
train_10829 | #Person1#: Excuse me, you look lost.Can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, Thank you. I'm looking for the train station.
#Person1#: Right. Let me see. You go straight down here and turn right.
#Person2#: Right? OK, got it.
#Person1#: Then take the next left then the next right. Are you with me?
#Person2#: Next left then right? OK. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the way to the train station. |
train_10830 | #Person1#: Look! They're going to do the first drawing! It's for a DVD player!
#Person2#: Hmm. That must be the DVD player that another one of my friends donated. He owns one of the largest electronics stores in Taipei!
#Person1#: They're picking a name... It's... Darryl from marketing! Rats!
#Person2#: Don't worry! There are a lot more prizes! I know, because the prizes are all from companies that I work with!
#Person1#: Hmm... Darryl doesn't look like the red underwear type... | #Person1# and #Person2# are eager to win a prize. Daryl wins the DVD player but #Person2# says there will be more prizes. |
train_10831 | #Person1#: The boss announces the pay raise today, right? How much do you think we'll get?
#Person2#: No idea. Your guess is as good as mine.
#Person1#: It better be more than last year.
#Person2#: Well, anything is better than nothing. Wait and see. | #Person1# and #Person2# guess how much the pay raise is. |
train_10832 | #Person1#: Why didn't you tell me you had a girlfriend?
#Person2#: Sorry, I thought you knew.
#Person1#: But you should have told me you were in love with her.
#Person2#: Didn't I?
#Person1#: You know you didn't.
#Person2#: Well, I'm telling you now.
#Person1#: Yes, but you might have told me before.
#Person2#: I didn't think you'd be interested.
#Person1#: You can't be serious. How dare you not tell me you were going to marry her?
#Person2#: Sorry, I didn't think it mattered.
#Person1#: Oh, you men! You're all the same. | #Person1# blames #Person2# for not telling him #Person2# had a girlfriend and that they are getting married. |
train_10833 | #Person1#: Hey, Blake! Are you still listening to Mozart?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you like it?
#Person1#: It's great. and I ' Ve heard that listening to Mozart can make you more intelligent.
#Person2#: Really? I've never heard that before. I just like it.
#Person1#: Is classical music your favorite?
#Person2#: Yes. What about you?
#Person1#: I Like pop music best. Classical music is a bit too heavy for me. I can't get fully relaxed in it.
#Person2#: Pop music doesn't have any depth for me.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's why I can enjoy myself in it.
#Person2#: Did you always like pop music.
#Person1#: I think so, since I was in primary school. How long have you been interested in classical music.
#Person2#: I didn't like it at all until I started to learn violin when I was eight. From then on. classical music has been an important part of my life.
#Person1#: oh, I didn't know you can play the violin. Do you still play.
#Person2#: Sometimes, but these days I'm often too busy. | Both #Person1# and Blake like Mozart. #Person1# likes pop music best while Blake likes classical music best since he started to play violin when he was eight. |
train_10834 | #Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Can I sign up for some classes today?
#Person1#: Which classes?
#Person2#: I would like to take a driver's course.
#Person1#: Would you like to make an appointment?
#Person2#: Why do I need an appointment?
#Person1#: You need to sign the paperwork.
#Person2#: Can I do that right now?
#Person1#: When can you come in?
#Person2#: How about 9 o'clock tomorrow morning?
#Person1#: I'll schedule you for then.
#Person2#: Thanks for all your help. | #Person1# helps #Person2# sign up for a driver's course. #Person2# signs the paperwork and books a time. |
train_10835 | #Person1#: Ok. Let's look at our short presentation on China. What do we need to include?
#Person2#: We need to talk about the size of the country and its population.
#Person1#: Ok. China is about the same size as Canada and the united states and it has a population of about 1. 3 billion, making it the latest country in the world by population.
#Person2#: It says here that most of the people are han Chinese, but there are 55 minorities that make up almost 10 % of the population.
#Person1#: We need to say something about the geography and climate of china. Is there any way to divide the country into sections?
#Person2#: We could divide into five parts. There's the northeast, which is mild in summer and very cold in winter. Then there is the northwest, which is largely desert. Tillet is famous for its mountainous climate. The rest of the country can be roughly divided into two parts. One is temperate-mild in winter and warm in summer. Then, in the south it is hot most of the year.
#Person1#: That sounds very general.
#Person2#: It is, buy remember that we only have a few minutes to make our presentation. We can select cities from each part and give data for each one.
#Person1#: One from each part? Lhasa, Urumqi, Harbin, shanghai, and hongkong. The capital city is Beijing, right?
#Person2#: Yes. The other large cities are Chengdu, Dalian, Wuhan, tianjin, shenyang, Chongqing. Hongkong and Guangzhou.
#Person1#: We should take a large map and highlight those cities. What is each of them famous for? | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss their short presentation on China. They plan to talk about the size of the country, the population, the geography, and the climate and highlight some cities. |
train_10836 | #Person1#: Why do you look so gloomy? What are you looking for?
#Person2#: My dissertation. I put it somewhere last night and I can't find it now.
#Person1#: Did you finish typing yesterday?
#Person2#: Yes, I kept on typing it until midnight, but it is lost.
#Person1#: Don't worry about it. It must be somewhere in your room. Let's see where you put it. Have you searched your drawers and the desk?
#Person2#: Yes, but there is nothing inside the drawers or on the desk.
#Person1#: How about the shelf?
#Person2#: I've searched everywhere. Where on earth did I put it?
#Person1#: Don't get upset over it. At least you have another week to go.
#Person2#: I have been working on it for a whole month and it's too late to write another. Just think of all my hard work that goes for nothing. How could I do such a thing?
#Person1#: Cheer up! What I meant was that you can find it sometime during a week. There is no need to write a new one. Oh, what's this? Is this your dissertation?
#Person2#: Let me see. Yes, that's it. Where did you find it?
#Person1#: You'Ve put it among these journals.
#Person2#: My poor memory. Thank you very much. | #Person2# is gloomy because #Person2#'s dissertation is lost. #Person1# helps #Person2# find it, so #Person2# doesn't need to write a new one. |
train_10837 | #Person1#: Hey Eve, how are you?
#Person2#: I'm fine, Celia. And you?
#Person1#: I'm ok. I'm so busy!
#Person2#: Do you have a lot of homework?
#Person1#: Yes. Don't you?
#Person2#: Of course I do!
#Person1#: Which class are you working on right now?
#Person2#: I'm studying for my chemistry exam tomorrow.
#Person1#: Are you in Mrs. Green's class?
#Person2#: Yes. Are you?
#Person1#: Yes. We must have the same exam tomorrow!
#Person2#: Do you want to study together?
#Person1#: Sure. This library is too quiet though.
#Person2#: Do you want to go to and empty classroom?
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: Ok. Let's go! | Eve and Celia find they have the same exam tomorrow and decide to study together in a classroom because the library is too quiet. |
train_10838 | #Person1#: Hurry up! Mom, I can't wait any more.
#Person2#: Look out, honey. Let's come to the shoal waters. Follow me!
#Person1#: OK, Mom. Can I swim now? I want to learn butterfly stroke.
#Person2#: Honey, listen to me. First, you should learn how to breathe in and breathe out.
#Person1#: Mom, it's so terrible. Water went down into my throat and I almost got drowned.
#Person2#: Do be patient, Honey. Let's do it slowly and correctly.
#Person1#: Oh, Mom, I think I'm not the right person for swimming.
#Person2#: Come on, sweetie, you've done very well. It is the first step that is tough.
#Person1#: Right, I'll make up my mind. Please correct me if any of my movements go wrong.
#Person2#: Yes, well done. That's the way to go. How clever you are! You've got it.
#Person1#: Really? I can't believe it. Everything is possible to a willing heart.
#Person2#: Exactly, next, you should hold your legs together and extend your arms above your head.
#Person1#: Yes, like a dolphin. Am I on the right track?
#Person2#: That's the way to go. Now, you are flying, my boy. | A mom teaches her son how to swim starting with how to breathe in and breathe out. The son loses faith at first but then realizes everything is possible with a willing heart. |
train_10839 | #Person1#: Where are we headed now?
#Person2#: To a historic coffeehouse. It's got a little Mafia story to it.
#Person1#: Awesome. Was someone killed there?
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, while he was eating, and he was a pretty famous Don.
#Person1#: Cool! Is it safe for us to eat there though?
#Person2#: Sure. In fact, nowadays, you'll see more tourists there than Italians. There are Mafia tours nowadays that go there to eat. | #Person1# and #Person2# head to a historic coffeehouse with a Mafia background. |
train_10840 | #Person1#: are you good at making decisions?
#Person2#: not really. Sometimes, I even let other people make key decision for me.
#Person1#: what kinds of decisions do you leave to other people?
#Person2#: there are basic decisions like which restaurant to go to. I can never seem to choose. I let my parents make big decisions for me. They chose my university and my course. I ended up studying something
#Person1#: your parents will be choosing your girlfriend if you aren't careful! Why don't you try being more decisive? Start with some basic ones. When your friends are discussing which restaurant to eat at, mak
#Person2#: that's a good idea. You're very decisive, I'Ve noticed. So, which bar are we going to this evening?
#Person1#: I can't make a decision. You'll have to put forward an idea.
#Person2#: ok, i choose luckies.
#Person1#: you see? You're becoming more decisive already! | #Person2# is indecisive but #Person1# wants to change that. #Person1# leads #Person2# to make some basic decisions. |
train_10841 | #Person1#: It's very kind of you to come and see us off.
#Person2#: My pleasure. What a pity you have to leave so soon!
#Person1#: We would stay longer. but I've got to attend a meeting tomorrow morning. Thank you for your warm hospitality.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Maybe next time we'll come to see you.
#Person1#: My wife and I will look forward to it.
#Person2#: I promise the next holiday I have we're coming to visit. Oh, what's your flight number?
#Person1#: lt's Flight No. 302, Northwest Orient Airlines.
#Person2#: They just announced the boarding call.
#Person1#: Then we've got to get going.
#Person2#: OK. Bon voyage and a safe landing.
#Person1#: Thank you again for all your help.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person2# sees #Person1# off at the airport and will go to visit #Person1# next holiday. |
train_10842 | #Person1#: You like Titanic? That movie is so cheesy.
#Person2#: It's not cheesy! It's romantic. When it first came out, I saw it in the theaters five times in one week.
#Person1#: Really? Well the special effects might have been good in 1997, but when you watch it today they make the film seem really cheesy.
#Person2#: Alright, maybe it's a little bit cheesy. But come on, isn't it fun to go to a cheap flick once in a while?
#Person1#: Actually, I have to admit that you're right. I like some pretty cheesy movies too. I love Arnold Schwarzenegger action flicks, especially ' Terminator. '
#Person2#: Haha, that's definitely a cheesy movie too. Did you watch it over and over again?
#Person1#: Well. . . I saw it only once, but for the next two months when I talked to people, I pretended I was the Terminator. | #Person1# thinks Titanic is cheesy but #Person2# likes cheesy movies because it is fun to be a cheap flick once for a while. #Person1# admits #Person2#'s right and #Person1# likes Terminator. |
train_10843 | #Person1#: Ms. Anderson, my name is Mike. I am Division Chief of ABC Company. Welcome to Toronto.
#Person2#: Thank you. It's a pleasure to meet you.
#Person1#: A pleasure meeting you as well, the flowers are for you.
#Person2#: Thank you, they are beautiful. | Mike welcomes Ms. Anderson to visit the company. |
train_10844 | #Person1#: this bloody computer!
#Person2#: what seems to be the problem?
#Person1#: my computer just crashed again for the third time today!
#Person2#: what were you doing when it crashed?
#Person1#: i was just opening up an attachment in an email about winning the lottery.
#Person2#: I think that might have been a virus.
#Person1#: oh, no! I thought it seemed a bit strange.
#Person2#: what kind of computer do you have, a Mac or a PC?
#Person1#: it's a PC. doesn't everyone have a PC in this office?
#Person2#: no, some people have Macs now, too.
#Person1#: what's the difference?
#Person2#: PCs often crash from virus, but it's nearly impossible to get a virus from a Mac.
#Person1#: I didn't know that.
#Person2#: has your computer turned back on yet?
#Person1#: yes.
#Person2#: did you end up losing any of your work?
#Person1#: fortunately, I saved my work right before it crashed, so it should be OK.
#Person2#: you should probably call the IT department and have them check your computer for virus.
#Person1#: that's a good idea. I'll call them now. Thanks for your help! | #Person1#'s computer has crashed three times. #Person2# thinks the computer may have a virus. #Person2# says a PC is prone to virus while a mac is nearly virus-free, and asks #Person1# to call the IT department. |
train_10845 | #Person1#: Tom! How are you? We missed you at the party last night. Are you OK?
#Person2#: I don't know. I didn't really feel like going out. I guess I'm feeling a little homesick.
#Person1#: Come on. We'Ve been through this already! Look, I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here, but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it.
#Person2#: I was. It's just that the holidays are coming up and I won't be able to home because I can't afford the airfare. I'm just longing for some of the comforts of home, like my mom's cooking and being around my family.
#Person1#: Yeah, it can get pretty lonely over the holidays. When I first got here, I'd get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home. I almost let it get to me, but then I started going out, keeping myself busy and before I knew it, I was used to to it.
#Person2#: I see what you mean, but I'm still bummed out.
#Person1#: OK. how does this sound, let's get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight. I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there!
#Person2#: You know, I could really go for that. You don't mind being my wingman for tonight?
#Person1#: Not at all! It be fun! It will be like a boys'night out. . . well kinda. . .
#Person2#: Great! I must warn you though, whatever happens, don't let me go on a drinking binge. Trust me, it's not a pretty picture! | Tom is homesick and didn't go to the party last night, so #Person1# tells Tom how he overtook the loneliness when he missed home and #Person1# decides to take Tom to a dance club. Tom tells #Person1# to keep him from binge drinking. |
train_10846 | #Person1#: Did you find everything ok today?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. By the way, in case there is a flaw in this CD player, can I return it?
#Person1#: Yes. But you must return it within 30 days.
#Person2#: Is there a charge for that. I know other stores have a restocking fee.
#Person1#: There will be no charge at all. However you must show us the receipt. Could you sign it here, please?
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: All right. Keep you receipt. If something comes up, you can show it to us and we will give you a refund.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'll put it in a safe place. | #Person1# says #Person2# can return the CD player without any charge if there is a flaw within 30 days. |
train_10847 | #Person1#: Good morning. I want to apply for a job in A your company as an assistant. Could you tell me the company address, please?
#Person2#: OK. Do yon have a pen and a paper now?
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: Our company is in Pudding new area in Shanghai. | #Person1# is applying for a job and #Person2# tells #Person1# the company address. |
train_10848 | #Person1#: Excuse me, young man?
#Person2#: Yes, ma'am?
#Person1#: Could you point me in the direction of the bank? I'Ve lost my way.
#Person2#: Certainly, ma'am. Just take these stairs down to the first floor and turn left. You can't miss it. | #Person1# asks #Person2# the direction to the bank. |
train_10849 | #Person1#: It's your turn, sir. I'm sorry that you had to wait. Saturday is a busy day for us.
#Person2#: I suppose so. A haircut, please.
#Person1#: How do you want your hair cut? Any particular way?
#Person2#: I'd just like a trim, and don't cut it too short.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. How about the sideburns?
#Person2#: I think they only need a little trimming.
#Person1#: Can I use the clippers?
#Person2#: No, don't use them, please.
#Person1#: Oh, all right, sir.
#Person2#: Would you trim off a bit more there, above the ear?
#Person1#: Don't you think it needs a little taken off on top, too?
#Person2#: I guess that would be better.
#Person1#: ( Raising a lock ) About like this?
#Person2#: No, not that much. Now, yes, that's fine.
#Person1#: Shave also, s ir?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How do you want your moustache trimmed? | It's #Person2#'s turn to get a haircut after a long wait. #Person1# follows #Person2#'s instructions to trim and shave. |
train_10850 | #Person1#: Hi, Deny. Are still working?
#Person2#: Hi, Navy. Come in please. I'm just putting away on my books.
#Person1#: So, you are leaving, aren't you?
#Person2#: yes, I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow.
#Person1#: How nice! I can see you are busying packing. I'm sorry to interrupt you.
#Person2#: That's all right. I'm almost finished. Do you need my help?
#Person1#: Yes, could you please go over this for me? and see if there is any mistake in it?
#Person2#: All right I'll read it soon.
#Person1#: Excuse me for taking your time.
#Person2#: Oh. It's nothing Navy. | Navy asks Deny to go over the paper when Deny is packing for her holiday, Deny will help soon. |
train_10851 | #Person1#: How are you doing today?
#Person2#: Great. Thank you.
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to withdraw some money.
#Person1#: How much would you like to take out?
#Person2#: I need to withdraw $ 300.
#Person1#: Which account would you like to take the money from?
#Person2#: I want to take it from my checking account.
#Person1#: Okay, here you go.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Can I do anything else for you?
#Person2#: No. That'll be all. | A banker helps #Person2# withdraw some money from the checking account. |
train_10852 | #Person1#: I am starving.
#Person2#: Let's go get something to eat.
#Person1#: Is there somewhere you wanted to go eat at?
#Person2#: We can always go to the cafeteria and eat.
#Person1#: I haven't eaten there before.
#Person2#: The food there is pretty good.
#Person1#: What kind of food do they serve?
#Person2#: You can get whatever you want at the cafeteria.
#Person1#: I have a taste for Chinese food.
#Person2#: They have really good chow mein.
#Person1#: Okay, let's go to the cafeteria.
#Person2#: It'll be fine. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to have a meal at the cafeteria. #Person2# says the food is good and #Person1# wants Chinese food. |
train_10853 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, doctor.
#Person2#: Good afternoon. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm an athlete for the Olympic Games here. About half an hour ago I fell on the ground and hurt my leg. It bled a lot.
#Person2#: Let me have a look. You're very lucky because the cut is not deep. First, I'll clean up the wound and then dress it.
#Person1#: Must I stop all my training? Will I be able to attend the games?
#Person2#: Take it easy. It's not serious. You should keep the wound very clean.
#Person1#: Don't do strenuous exercises until your wound is healed.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, doctor.
#Person1#: Not at all. You'll be OK soon. | #Person1#'s leg was hurt. The doctor will clean the wound and dress it. The doctor says it won't affect #Person1#'s games. |
train_10854 | #Person1#: Hi Julie, how are things going?
#Person2#: Everything is great, Tad. How are you?
#Person1#: I'm doing really well.
#Person2#: Tad, I'm pretty hungry right now. Want to walk over and check out the food table?
#Person1#: Julie, do you know who that woman is over there by the window?
#Person2#: That is Mary. I heard that she's just moved in with Lee.
#Person1#: I thought that he was with Malia.
#Person2#: Oh, that relationship is history. Malia hooked up with a guy she met on holiday.
#Person1#: I bet that Lee wasn't too happy with that!
#Person2#: Actually, he was OK with it. They hadn't been getting along too well. | Julie and Tad see Lee is with a new girl Mary. Julie tells Tad Lee's relationship with Malia is history. |
train_10855 | #Person1#: How can I help you today, Sir?
#Person2#: I set up the Personal Wealth Management Service with you, but I'm going to be travelling overseas. I'm not quite sure what I should do. I mean is it possible to still use the service?
#Person1#: That's not a problem. You can use that service wherever you are, it doesn't matter which country you are in at the time.
#Person2#: Really? In that case, could I have the number of the Service Centre please?
#Person1#: Of course. It's 33234. That will put you in touch with a Personal Banker.
#Person2#: And they can deal with everything?
#Person1#: That's the beauty of the service ; they can deal with everything, with total security.
#Person2#: That's good to know. Thanks. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the personal wealth management service can still be enjoyed even when #Person2# travels overseas. |
train_10856 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I don't feel well. I need an airsickness bag.
#Person1#: Yes, madam. There's one in the seat pocket. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Should I bring you some water?
#Person2#: Yes, please. | #Person2# asks #Person1# for an airsickness bag. #Person1# will also bring some water. |
train_10857 | #Person1#: I want to go to the concert tonight, but it starts at 7, and I have to work until 5. There won't be enough time to go home for dinner.
#Person2#: I've got an idea. I'll pick you up after work and we'll eat downtown. That'll give us plenty of time to get to the concert. | #Person1# and #Person2# will eat downtown so they can save time for the concert. |
train_10858 | #Person1#: Mom, how did you meet Dad?
#Person2#: Well, I was at a dance party and this tall, good-looking guy was watching me dance.
#Person1#: Was that Dad?
#Person2#: Un-huh. Finally, he asked me to dance with him. We danced a few times and then I left and went home. I didn't think about him after that. But the next day, he called me and sang to me on the phone. He called me every day for two weeks.
#Person1#: He sang to you on the phone? Dad? Wow, how romantic!
#Person2#: I didn't think it was romantic. I thought it was strange, but he did have a beautiful voice. He asked me to go out with him, but I said 'no'. Finally, he came over to my house and started singing under my window. All my neighbors came outside to see what was happening. I was so embarrassed.
#Person1#: So what happened later?
#Person2#: Well, he wouldn't stop singing until I went on a date with him, so I did.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: We got married. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about how she met #Person1#'s dad. #Person1#'s dad danced with #Person2# and sang to her until she finally went out with him. |
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