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train_3300 | #Person1#: Hey, do you want to go for a picnic in the park tomorrow afternoon?
#Person2#: I can't. I just started coaching a boys' football team. We have a game tomorrow.
#Person1#: Oh, that sounds fun. Maybe I can come see it.
#Person2#: Sure! The game starts at two, but we'll be there at 1:00 to prepare. It'll be at the football field beside the high school, across from the post office.
#Person1#: OK, great. I'll be there at 1:30, then. But why did you decide to coach a football team?
#Person2#: Well, I thought it might be a bad idea at first, because I was so busy at work. But then I thought, why not? | coach football |
train_3301 | #Person1#: Two more miles to go...we have an hour before school starts. Let's take our time. Do you want to stop and get a breakfast sandwich?
#Person2#: We decided to start walking to school for the exercise. We want to get fit. Why would we want to eat a fattening breakfast sandwich?
#Person1#: McDonald's has an egg muffin sandwich that has only 320 calories. What's wrong with that? I bet we walked off 320 calories already. After two more miles, we can probably walk off another 100 calories.
#Person2#: I do need energy. I hardly ate dinner last night. My mom made leg of lamb, and it's definitely not my favorite. In fact, I think I'm going to become a vegetarian.
#Person1#: Good for you! I gave up meat a long time ago. Now, almost all of my meals are salads. Funny thing is, when I make my food, I also make food for my rabbit. We mostly eat the same things now.
#Person2#: My bird eats seeds and berries. We could probably share our meals, too! | get fit |
train_3302 | #Person1#: When was the first computer built?
#Person2#: It was built in 1944.
#Person1#: Is it the same as the computers that we use now?
#Person2#: No, it was as large as a room and worked very slow.
#Person1#: But computers have become smaller, and worked faster now.
#Person2#: Yes. Most computers are as small as a TV set. Some can be made smaller than a book.
#Person1#: Why is a computer so useful?
#Person2#: It can keep much information and work very fast.
#Person1#: Then they can do a lot of work for us.
#Person2#: You are right. They have greatly changed our lives. | computer |
train_3303 | #Person1#: What will you do now? Propose to her.
#Person2#: Of course I won't chill out. Opportunity knocks only once.
#Person1#: You should strike while the iron is hot.
#Person2#: You're right. I will have a talk to her about that. | proposal |
train_3304 | #Person1#: hello, do you remember me? I bought some vases from you yesterday.
#Person2#: yes, you sent them to New York, right?
#Person1#: that's right. I thought I'd come back to buy some more souvenirs.
#Person2#: what did you in mind?
#Person1#: well, first, I'd like to buy a few postcards. My sister used to always send a postcard to herself whenever she went anywhere. I want to do that, too.
#Person2#: we have plenty of postcards to choose from here. The same designs can be found on these posters.
#Person1#: posters are difficut to travel with. I think I'll just buy the postcards. I heard that you might also have some of the masks that are made in Venice.
#Person2#: yes, we do. They're on the wall behind you.
#Person1#: how much do they cost?
#Person2#: the prices are clearly marked on the back of each mask. Would you like me to get one down for you to look at?
#Person1#: yes, I think I'd like the green mask in the middle.
#Person2#: here you go.
#Person1#: I'll take it, I'd also like to buy some chocolate.
#Person2#: are you looking for some homemade chocolate as a gift.
#Person1#: yes, it's my girlfriend's birthday today and she loves chocolate.
#Person2#: we've got plenty to choose from here.
#Person1#: they look delicious. I think she'll be pleased. | souvenirs |
train_3305 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Is anyone sitting here?
#Person2#: No, nobody.
#Person1#: You don't mind if I smoke, do you?
#Person2#: Well, to be frank, yes, I do.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry. But this isn't a no-smoker, is it? I mean would you mind if I smoke here?
#Person2#: Actually it is. Perhaps you haven't noticed the sign.
#Person1#: Sign? What's sign?
#Person2#: There, on the window.
#Person1#: Oh, sorry. I didn't notice it. Sorry.
#Person2#: That's all right. | smoking |
train_3306 | #Person1#: Honey, I'll be right back!
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: I told you already! I'm going to get my nails done.
#Person2#: Again? You just went last week! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home! Honestly, why do you need a manicure every week?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, I like to pamper myself, and my nails look great. You should come with me!
#Person2#: Why? I don't want to have nail polish or anything like that!
#Person1#: They don't only paint my nails! The manicurist will remove my cuticles, file my nails, and apply at least nails coats of nail polish!
#Person2#: Yeah, sounds like something I should definitely do. | manicure |
train_3307 | #Person1#: Hi, Li Ming. You look upset. What's the matter?
#Person2#: There will be a parents' meeting in our class this Saturday and I am worried about it.
#Person1#: Why? We can leave school earlier that day.
#Person2#: I didn't do well in last exams. If my father knows it, he will beat me up.
#Person1#: I can't believe it. My parents never beat me.
#Person2#: You know that my father is irritable.
#Person1#: You can ask the teacher for help.
#Person2#: Good idea. | parents' meeting |
train_3308 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a job as a clerk typist in English.
#Person1#: I'm Mary Kelly. May I ask your name?
#Person2#: My name is Zhuang Lingyu. How are you, Miss Kelly?
#Person1#: I'm glad to meet you, Mr. Zhuang. Sit down, please.
#Person2#: Thank you, Miss Kelly.
#Person1#: What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist?
#Person2#: I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute.
#Person1#: Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: Your typing and stenography are pretty good. Would you be interested in applying for the job?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to give it a try.
#Person1#: All right. You need to have an interview with our manager, Mr. McBride. Let's go to his office. | clerk typist |
train_3309 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I am Sunlin. I am here about your advertisement for a tourist guide. Are there still any vacancies?
#Person2#: Yes. One more is needed.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm so lucky. I want to apply for it.
#Person2#: But do you have any experience like that?
#Person1#: Yes. I have been a guide for two years.
#Person2#: OK. Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide. If there wasan accident, for example a tourist falls ill, what would you do?
#Person1#: I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us, and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip.
#Person2#: If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant, would you let the tourist bus go back?
#Person1#: No. In fact, prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus, I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings.
#Person2#: Well, it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases. I am very glad to welcome you into our company.
#Person1#: Thank you. It's my honor. | job interview |
train_3310 | #Person1#: Just smell that, will you? Cool, isn't it?
#Person2#: Uhm, I think it'll be great.
#Person1#: Better than that popcorn we made when we burnt the pan. Do you remember? Mom made us promise never to make it at home again.
#Person2#: She didn't need to. It was seriously bad. We'll just have to remember to get this pizza out.
#Person1#: Yeah, in the 15 minutes it'll be ready.
#Person2#: Yes, what do you think we should have for dessert? I fancy some cakes.
#Person1#: Let's make one! | cooking |
train_3311 | #Person1#: Thank you, Janet Jackson for accepting our interview invitation.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: You are a real popstar. I can't wait for your unbreakable world tour that will kick off in Vancouver on August thirty first.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm looking forward to it myself. I've been away for a while and I have so much new music to share.
#Person1#: Your new single No Sleep came out last Monday. And it is bound to be your biggest hit ever.
#Person2#: I'm so glad my fans have responded so well to my return, but don't forget I've been up to more than just that.
#Person1#: Yes, you also have been doing some design work with Paul Raps in New York.
#Person2#: Yeah, we're coming out with a diamond jewelry line. The Janet Jackson, unbreakable diamonds collection.
#Person1#: Hey, I saw the heart shaped necklace he wore at the BET awards in Los Angeles on Friday.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I had to wear my favorite piece for the show. | pop star |
train_3312 | #Person1#: Doctor Richardson. When did you began to have the idea of helping aids patients?
#Person2#: Frankly speaking, I didn't have any sort of idea of what I would do at all when I left high school at the age of 16. Then I found a simple job in a small medical lab. Back then I never dreamed that one day I would help discover a medison that would save thousands of lives.
#Person1#: Then what caused your great change?
#Person2#: I loved lab work, so I went back to school at night and worked at the lab during the day. After 12 years, I had my PhD, then I went to work at a medical company where I began research on a medicine to treat aids patients. For me a drug saves more than life. It can save a family.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree with you more there. | medicine |
train_3313 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark. Haven't seen you for ages. How are you doing?
#Person2#: Can't complain. I'm busy with my experiments in the lab, but after work I often play some sports.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Like tennis, running and golf.
#Person1#: Golf? That's my favorite game. How often do you play it, Mark?
#Person2#: I usually play about once a month. What about you, Alice?
#Person1#: I play every Sunday.
#Person2#: Where do you go?
#Person1#: The Country Club. Do you know it?
#Person2#: Yes, I was there once. You're going to play next Sunday, I suppose.
#Person1#: Certainly. Listen, why don't you come with me?
#Person2#: I'd love to. | play golf |
train_3314 | #Person1#: Paul, let's talk about your work experience in South America. What took you there? Was it to improve your Spanish?
#Person2#: Well, I just wanted to find out more about the way people lived there. My spoken Spanish was already pretty good. In fact, I ended up teaching English there.
#Person1#: I see, how did you do that?
#Person2#: I found an agency that ran volunteer projects. Construction was a choice. Then there was tourism, which I actually chose to do. And then there was work with local farmers, otherwise known as agriculture.
#Person1#: It sounds like a good chance to experience a different kind of life.
#Person2#: Yes, but it was hard for me to be accepted at first. However, when people became more comfortable with me. We really connected with each other in a meaningful way.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. What did you think of the food there?
#Person2#: It was simple. But there was always plenty to eat.
#Person1#: Well, I look forward to hearing more. | South America |
train_3315 | #Person1#: Well, how do you feel now?
#Person2#: A bit cold and my headaches terribly. I must have knocked it on the windscreen when my car went into the tree.
#Person1#: Well, you've got a cut on your head. You were lucky that you had fastened your safety belt. Otherwise, you could have been killed or hurt badly.
#Person2#: I won't have to stay in hospital, will I?
#Person1#: No. I think you'll be well enough to go home. Nothing serious. The nurse will dress your wound and then you'd better lie down and rest for half an hour at least. We'll give you this medison for the wound and some painkilling pills. | treatment |
train_3316 | #Person1#: How many people are coming to the party, Nelly?
#Person2#: Well, I invited 18, but only 11 are coming now.
#Person1#: What are you going to cook?
#Person2#: We're having fish with lemon sauce, then ice cream made with apples from the garden and coffee afterwards.
#Person1#: Sounds delicious. Have you got some good music?
#Person2#: My CD player isn't working, but my tape recorder is OK. Oh, Jenny is going to bring her guitar.
#Person1#: What present have you bought, Emma? It's her birthday, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, she's turning 21. She wanted a camera, but I didn't have enough money. So I've got her a video about football. She plays for the college team now.
#Person1#: Well, I'm sure it will be a great evening. | party |
train_3317 | #Person1#: Hi, Sam. Would you like to come for Indian food with us next Friday?
#Person2#: Sure. I love Indian food. Who else is coming?
#Person1#: Jane, Susan, Pete and 2 colleagues of mine.
#Person2#: I have no plans for Friday, so Indian food would be great. Which restaurant do you have in mind?
#Person1#: Susan suggested the one on main street. She says it is very good.
#Person2#: Which one is that?
#Person1#: You know, the one just on the corner with Oxford Street. There is a large drug store next door.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I know which one you mean. I have never been there, but I looked at their menu once and it did look good.
#Person1#: OK then. I think we will all meet outside.
#Person2#: What time?
#Person1#: At 8:00 o'clock. I will make the reservation.
#Person2#: That's good. See you on Friday. | Indian food |
train_3318 | #Person1#: I've come about your wools. According to our market survey, wools are likely to find a ready market in our country.
#Person2#: Wonderful! We can meet your requirements and the offer is ready for you. Here it is. The unit price is USD 15.00 per kilogram.
#Person1#: Do you quote CIF or FOB?
#Person2#: It's FOB Shanghai.
#Person1#: Could you quote the price of CIF Hamburg?
#Person2#: Certainly, that's easy. We will work out our CIF offer this evening. Could you come again tomorrow, say, at 10 AM?
#Person1#: Okay, see you tomorrow! | business talk |
train_3319 | #Person1#: Next, please. May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Hello, yes, I ' d like to open a bank account.
#Person1#: Certainly, I can can help you with that. What type of account would you like to open? A chequing or a savings account?
#Person2#: What What features do they offer?
#Person1#: Well, if you just take a look here, see, with our chequing account, you can have unlimited daily transactions for a small monthly fee, and our savings account has a higher interest rate, but you must carry a minimum balance of $ 10, 000 dollars.
#Person2#: I see, well, I think I ' m more interested in a chequing account. I like to have easy access to my money.
#Person1#: Alright, then, with this chequing account you ' ll be issued a debit card and a cheque book. Will you require overdraft protection? There is an extra fee for that.
#Person2#: No, that won ' t be necessary.
#Person1#: In that case, I ' ll get you to fill out this paperwork. I ' ll need your social insurance number, and two pieces of government ID. If you could just sign here, and here, and here. we ' ll be all set. Would you like to make a deposit today?
#Person2#: Yes, I ' d like to deposit one billion dollars. | open an account |
train_3320 | #Person1#: John, I was looking through some magazines for ideas about where we might go on vacation this year.
#Person2#: I've already told my buddy, Mark, that I am going hunting with him in Alaska.
#Person1#: You can't be serious!
#Person2#: Hey, I've always gone hunting or fishing on vacation. I am sorry that bothers you.
#Person1#: After a year together, I thought it pretty safe to assume that we would automatically spend our vacation together.
#Person2#: Says who? I don't think that is necessarily the case.
#Person1#: You know, now that I think about it, I really don't have much more to say to you at all!
#Person2#: Whatever you say! | vacation plan |
train_3321 | #Person1#: Look, Jim. That man just fell down over there.
#Person2#: We'd better see if he is ok.
#Person1#: Sir, sir, are you all right, sir?
#Person2#: He is not answering. You'd better check his pulse and breathing.
#Person1#: Oh, no. He is not breathing and there's no pulse. Call 911.
#Person2#: Hello? Yes, someone has passed out at Dongle Ave. and 2nd street. He isn't breathing and doesn't have a pulse. Yes, my friend is performing CPR. Ok, thank you. They are sending an ambulance. Here, let me help. | emergency |
train_3322 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I'd like to apply for an immigrant visa.
#Person2#: Under which category do you intend to apply?
#Person1#: Oh, my son is an American citizen. We want to live together in the future.
#Person2#: So that's the Family Reunification. | immigrant visa application |
train_3323 | #Person1#: Would you like to see our new shirts?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I'm not really interested in those things.
#Person1#: But they're very nice, you know.
#Person2#: Really.
#Person1#: And not expensive either.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't care about that.
#Person1#: Everybody is buying them.
#Person2#: Are they?
#Person1#: Yes, they're very fashionable, you see.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I'm not interested in fashion.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: But thank you very much all the same.
#Person1#: Sorry, I couldn't help you. | sell new shirts |
train_3324 | #Person1#: Is there a lot of oil and coal in your country?
#Person2#: There is some, but my country is not amongst the leading producers. The oil and coal deposits are in the north of my country. Your country is a big oil producer, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. My country is famous for having that natural resources. We also have a lot of natural gas.
#Person2#: We have some too. Do you have a lot of coal?
#Person1#: No coal has been discovered in my country, but there may be undiscovered deposits. We don't have many metal deposits.
#Person2#: There are a few in my country. We have deposit of gold, but they are very small.
#Person1#: When I traveled around your country, I bought some jewellery made from gold from your country. The jewellery told me that there are few gold mines in your country. The gold was found in mountain steams.
#Person2#: That's right. A few people go panning for gold in rivers.
#Person1#: You have many trees in your country. That's another natural resources.
#Person2#: It's a natural resources that we hardly use. Government policy is to conserve those forests.
#Person1#: I see. That's probably a good idea. Too many forest are being destroyed.
#Person2#: Is your country's environment being damaged by the oil industry?
#Person1#: We have some inspections, but it is very hard to avoid pollution when extracting oil. There has been some damage, but it is under control. | natural sources discussion |
train_3325 | #Person1#: I'm going over to the gym. I want to do some running.
#Person2#: Why don't you run outside?
#Person1#: Are you kidding? Do you know how cold it is today?
#Person2#: Yeah, I suppose. I guess it isn't healthy to run in this weather.
#Person1#: No, it's not. Not at all. I'd probably freeze my lungs.
#Person2#: Wait for me a minute. I'll go over to the gym too.
#Person1#: You?
#Person2#: Yes, why not? Just let me get my gym clothes together.
#Person1#: I didn't know you could exercise.
#Person2#: What do you mean by that? Everyone can exercise!
#Person1#: Yeah, I know. But you? I always thought you were only good at lifting beer bottles to your mouth.
#Person2#: No, not at all. I was on the swimming team in high school. And I'd like to do some weight training. They have decent equipment at that gym.
#Person1#: You're going to lift weights? Hah!
#Person2#: Are you laughing at me?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I just can't imagine you lifting weights.
#Person2#: Maybe not. But I want to start. I need to get in shape. I feel these past couple months that my energy is low.
#Person1#: It's true. If a person doesn't exercise, they get sluggish. That's why I keep running. Even in the winter.
#Person2#: So I need to do something too.
#Person1#: But lifting weights isn't the best thing. You should do some kind of aerobic exercise.
#Person2#: I know. But I want to start today with a little weight lifting. Then I'm going to buy a new swimming suit and goggles, and every other day I'm going to go swim laps in the pool. How does that sound?
#Person1#: It sounds like a good plan to me. I'm still. . . I mean. . .
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I'm still just surprised you really want to do it. It doesn't seem to go with your character. | exercise |
train_3326 | #Person1#: Mary? Are you still there?
#Person2#: Yes. What do you want?
#Person1#: Did your bid win?
#Person2#: What do you care, dork?
#Person1#: Hey! I'm trying to be nice, and you still want to fight! Did you get the statue or not?
#Person2#: You mean fat boy?
#Person1#: Sorry. I take that back. I mean the copper Buddha you wanted. | daily casual talk |
train_3327 | #Person1#: How are you tonight, sir?
#Person2#: Oh, not too bad. I'm just glad the weekend's finally here.
#Person1#: I know what you mean. What can I get for you?
#Person2#: Give me a screwdriver on the rocks.
#Person1#: One screwdriver, coming right up. ( He mixes the drink. ) Here you are, sir.
#Person2#: Thanks. | order drinks |
train_3328 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir, Is this the road to the peace Store?
#Person2#: You could get there this way, but it'd be faster to go along the Wort Street.
#Person1#: Where's Wort Street, please?
#Person2#: Turn right at the third intersection, you'll see the street and then walk along the street to the south.
#Person1#: How far is it from the Wort Street?
#Person2#: Just walk for a few minutes, you'll find it.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | ask for directions |
train_3329 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to change some money, please.
#Person1#: All right. How much would you like to change?
#Person2#: Let me see. I think maybe 600 USD at least.
#Person1#: Pardon?
#Person2#: Six hundred US dollars.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir, after 7 th, July, we would not provide service to change money over 500 dollars a time.
#Person2#: But I am badly in need of the amount. Might I ask you to make an exception for me?
#Person1#: I'm afraid we cannot help you, sir, because that would be violating the regulations. I owe an apology for doing nothing about it.
#Person2#: It's just too bad. I have to leave it as it is, and thank you just the same. | change money |
train_3330 | #Person1#: Hi, taxi. Could you take me to the financial street, please
#Person2#: Pardon, where to, sir?
#Person1#: I want to go to the financial stree.
#Person2#: All right. Hop in, please.
#Person1#: Excuse me, how long does it take to get there?
#Person2#: It usually takes about half an hour.
#Person1#: Oh, does it really a long way to go.
#Person2#: Yes. Moreover, since the street is heavy with traffic this time of day. I'm not sure we can make it. By the way, are you pressed for the time?
#Person1#: No, I'm not. you can just drive slowly and carefully.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: You are very skillful driver.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: By the way, is the fair the same for any distance?
#Person2#: No. It versa according to the distance, you can read from the meter.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. | take a taxi |
train_3331 | #Person1#: Good idea! I've heard that the Expo is doing pretty well now, and ads are seen everywhere in the country on all means of media, newspapers, TV, street signs, etc.
#Person2#: Yeah, it's the last world-wide horti-cultural exposition in the century, and one of the grand festivities of cross-century significance held by the China's tourism industry.
#Person1#: what's interesting to see there?
#Person2#: Oh, there's plenty. Flowers and plants from all over the world, of course. Besides, gardening techniques are demonstrated, modern facilities displayed, academic exchanges and seminars organized, and folk performances of different nations shown almost every day.
#Person1#: I visited the First International Flower Festival in the city last year, and was impressed with so many beautiful flowers!
#Person2#: Oh, can't compare with the Kunming Expo at all! The Kunming Expo covers an area of 218 hectares, and more than 9000 flower enterprises from over 100 countries and regions are invited to participate in the Expo.
#Person1#: It would be a rare occasion to be able to appreciate so many fine species of Chinese and foreign flowers fully blooming in one park!
#Person2#: Far more than that, I dare to say! Inland provinces and cities, Hong Kong and Macao, as well as many countries and regions in the world have an exhibition area of their own to display their unique flowers and plants. Each month there's a special day for a particular country or region, and folk performances are given. You will feel it a great pity if you missile Kunming Expo. | the Expo |
train_3332 | #Person1#: Kate, will you please make ten copies of this report?
#Person2#: I'd like to, but the photocopier is out of order.
#Person1#: Then use the xerox machine.
#Person2#: It broke down one year ago.
#Person1#: Oh, forget it then. Hey, I told you to put the files on the in tray, not on my desk.
#Person2#: The pile is over ten feet high. I am afraid it will fall all over and bury you underneath it if I put this file on top of it.
#Person1#: Very funny. What's wrong with you today? You are my secretary and you are not supposed to talk to me in that tone of voice. Do you know that?
#Person2#: What do you expect? I've been working for you for three years, and you've never given me a holiday. I don't feel well today, because I have a terrible headache. I am not in the mood for being gentle and polite. If you can't stand it, it's your problem. I am not going to change, because I think it suits you best.
#Person1#: Keep your voice down, Kate. I know you've had a hard day today, but you should at least show some respect for me. If you really don't feel well, go home. There isn't much work today anyway.
#Person2#: I apologize for forgetting myself, but I do need some time off. | office talk |
train_3333 | #Person1#: Personal Finance Department, Lucie speaking, how may I help?
#Person2#: Hello there. I need some advice about personal finance. Could you help me please?
#Person1#: That's no problem. What exactly would you like to know?
#Person2#: Well, I've been very busy recently and I'm having trouble keeping up to date with everything, so I just wondered what exact service you offer.
#Person1#: We have a wonderful new service which provides a wide range of banking services, 24/7, wherever you are.
#Person2#: That sounds perfect and just what I'm looking for. | personal finance consultation |
train_3334 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi Steve. This is Mike. What are you doing?
#Person1#: Oh, hi. I was just watching TV.
#Person2#: There's nothing to watch right now.
#Person1#: I know. I was watching a re-run. I have nothing to do and I was bored.
#Person2#: Me too. Let's get together and do something.
#Person1#: I'd like to, but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner. How about tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yeah. Let's plan something tomorrow.
#Person1#: Did you hear the weather forecast for tomorrow?
#Person2#: I think it is going to be the same as today. Clear and sunny.
#Person1#: That's great. We can do something outdoors then.
#Person2#: Are there any special events going on tomorrow?
#Person1#: Yeah. I think there's a live outdoor concert by the river tomorrow.
#Person2#: Oh yeah. I heard about that too. Let's go check it out.
#Person1#: Do you know what time it starts?
#Person2#: It starts at one PM.
#Person1#: Let's meet for lunch at eleven thirty and afterwards, we can head over there.
#Person2#: Perfect. I'll see you in front of the apartment at eleven thirty. | phone call |
train_3335 | #Person1#: Do you like traveling, Kathy?
#Person2#: I like traveling for pleasure to get places for vacation for instance. But I don't like traveling to work, waiting for buses, or. . .
#Person1#: Or getting stuck in traffic jams when you're driving.
#Person2#: Exactly. | traveling |
train_3336 | #Person1#: Well Mr. Black, I appreciate your interest in our company, but I doubt you can do this job properly.
#Person2#: I'm sure I can do it well. I'Ve always wanted to be the best in whatever I did. Give me a chance.
#Person1#: I wish I could. But you even don't have a B. A, so I'm sorry to say there's no chance.
#Person2#: You're questioning my ability? I tell ya, I can make it! I'll talk to your boss.
#Person1#: Mr. Black, I don't think my boss will talk to you. It's a Chinaman's chance.
#Person2#: You think so? Let's take a chance! | job interview |
train_3337 | #Person1#: Hello, sir. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: I'd like a trim.
#Person1#: Would you like your hair washed as well?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Okay, have a seat over here. How do you want it cut?
#Person2#: Cut it short in the front, but leave it long in the back. Leave just a little over the ears.
#Person1#: All right. | have a haircut |
train_3338 | #Person1#: I had a great time on the last date.
#Person2#: Me, too.
#Person1#: What will you up to this weekend?
#Person2#: Nothing.
#Person1#: would you like to go to skating? I was thinking of going out to the - - Saturday. It's great up there. Would you like to go with me?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I don't care for skating very much.
#Person1#: Ok, there is a bunch of going bowling on Sunday. Would you like to go?
#Person2#: I like bowling, but I prefer to be along with you.
#Person1#: Would you like to dancing tonight?
#Person2#: I don't feel like going out tonight, I am way too tired. I miss you, sweetheart.
#Person1#: I miss you too. Tell me where you like to do the next day.
#Person2#: How about the seaside?
#Person1#: Anything you say, honey.
#Person2#: Are you busy on the 24th?
#Person1#: 24th? I have time. But I can't wait that long, I'm dying to see you. Let's make another time.
#Person2#: Ok. | plan a date |
train_3339 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, what can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I'd like to get some details about a Personal Housing Loan, please.
#Person1#: That's no problem. We have many different ways to go about getting a mortgage and all with terms to suit you.
#Person2#: You see, I've just got married and we are looking at getting on the property ladder with our first home.
#Person1#: Well, congratulations! It's lovely being a newly wed, but also so much pressure. Could you tell me what kind of property you are looking for?
#Person2#: Yes, just a simple apartment, nothing too big.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. There are just the two of you at the moment. Please take a look through this brochure ; it's especially for first-time-buyers. I think it'll be very helpful.
#Person2#: That's great, exactly what I need to know. Thanks. | housing loan consultation |
train_3340 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss. Are there boat tickets to Miami on the first of September
#Person2#: Yes, there are. What cabin would you like?
#Person1#: I'd like the first-class cabin for two. What's the fare?
#Person2#: It is 150 dollars each.
#Person1#: How long is the boat time-table effective?
#Person2#: The boat time-table is effective from the first of August till the first of November
#Person1#: I want to know what port does our ship stop at?
#Person2#: The ship will stop at New York.
#Person1#: How long will the trip take from here to New York?
#Person2#: It will take 5 days.
#Person1#: Thank you. | ask for information |
train_3341 | #Person1#: This position requires a high level of English ability. How is your spoken and written English?
#Person2#: I have learned English for 10 years, and I have passed College English test level 4 and 6.
#Person1#: What other foreign languages do you speak?
#Person2#: I have taught myself Japanese in college, and I can carry on simple conversations in Japanese.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: I have a driver's license, and two years of driving experience.
#Person1#: What special skills do you have?
#Person2#: I am very familiar with Windows operating system.
#Person1#: Have you got any special training in programming?
#Person2#: No, but I have taken elective courses in computer in college.
#Person1#: Do you have a good psychological resilience?
#Person2#: I think I can work well under pressure. | job interview |
train_3342 | #Person1#: Have you been registered yet, sir?
#Person2#: No, I haven't been registered.
#Person1#: Are you a medical or surgical case?
#Person2#: I'm a medical case.
#Person1#: Do you have your medical history sheet with you?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: Please fill in this admission card. Well, how long do you expect to stay in the hospital?
#Person2#: The doctor told me to stay about one month.
#Person1#: But there're no beds available now. Two patients will be discharged this afternoon, so you'll have to wait until then.
#Person2#: Well, when they leave the hospital, give me a call and I'll come back.
#Person1#: Certainly. See you in the afternoon. | social talk |
train_3343 | #Person1#: Hi, Ben! Where are you going now?
#Person2#: I am going to the cinema.
#Person1#: What is on today?
#Person2#: Cats and Dogs.
#Person1#: I saw it yesterday. It tells a story about a fight between cats and dogs.
#Person2#: Sounds interesting.
#Person1#: Yes. In fact, it is wonderful. All the actors in the film are real dogs and cats, not cartoons. By the way, what time is it?
#Person2#: It is 3:15.
#Person1#: I have got to leave now because I have got to visit my aunt in the hospital.
#Person2#: See you later.
#Person1#: See you. | daily casual talk |
train_3344 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Good evening, Sir. Is this Mr. Charles Philips?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Phillips. This evening, I'm calling to offer you a special discount on ...
#Person1#: Ah, no, let me guess. You want to sell a subscription to the newspaper or a great deal on airfare to Hawaii, right? [Well, ...]. Or, you want to offer me an unbelievable bargain on flamenco dance lessons.
#Person2#: No, no, actually ... Mr. Jones. [Huh?] Oh, sorry. That was the last guy. [Ah, great.] Uh, we want to offer you a free trial membership to our sports club downtown at the introductory price of $39.95 ...
#Person1#: Thirty-nine ninety-five?!? I thought you said free! Uh, listen. I'm not interested.
#Person2#: Well, it includes unlimited access to all our facilities, including the gym, weight room, racketball courts, and swimming pool.
#Person1#: Again, I'm not interested. I have my own fitness program I do around the house anyway.
#Person2#: Well, this is a once-in-a-lifetime deal.
#Person1#: Nah. Like I said, I'll pass this time. And please put me on your 'don't call' list.
#Person2#: Okay. It'll take between four and six months before your name will be removed from our database. [Months?!?] You might be called by another representative during that time.
#Person1#: Ah, man. Ah, great.
#Person2#: Have a nice evening, Mr. Williams.
#Person1#: Ah, man. | marketing phone call |
train_3345 | #Person1#: What's your trouble, young man?
#Person2#: I've got a bad headache, and my nose is running.
#Person1#: Let's take your temperature. It's a little bit high. Open your mouth and say Ah.
#Person2#: Ah.
#Person1#: You've got a cold. I'll prescribe some medicine for you, and you need an injection, and plenty of water and sleep as well. Take two tablets of each of these before every meal.
#Person2#: Ok. Thanks. | see a doctor |
train_3346 | #Person1#: Where were you this morning, Julie? Mom and I were going to take you to school.
#Person2#: Oh, thanks, Dad. I thought you saw my note. I took the bus early in the morning.
#Person1#: An early bus? I thought you were a night person.
#Person2#: We had band practice. We're playing at the game next month, and I was excited. But now...
#Person1#: Uh-oh. What happened?
#Person2#: It's the uniforms. I saw them, and now I'm sorry I ever started playing the flute.
#Person1#: Ugly? I'm sure you'd look great in anything, Julie.
#Person2#: It's not that. They're made out of wool. Wool! In August!
#Person1#: Dear Lord! You'll all get way too hot.
#Person2#: Well, it's worse for the saxophone players.
#Person1#: I guess the drummers have the same problem.
#Person2#: Yes. They complained, but the school doesn't have money to buy new clothes for us. | daily talk |
train_3347 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a gift for a Japanese family here that I'm going to stay with. What do you recommend?
#Person1#: Pen sets are always a good gift.
#Person2#: Isn't that too small? You know... I'm here to learn Japanese in a college for a whole year. I think it's a long time and it'll be a great trouble to the family, so I'll...
#Person1#: Well, I see... But we Japanese consider it important to respect each other, rather than give expensive gifts.
#Person2#: Yes, all right, let's see pen sets. There's sets with a pen and a pencil, and bigger sets with four pens.
#Person1#: Don't give a set of four pens to your Japanese friend. In fact, don't give four of anything.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: The Japanese word 'four' sounds like the word for 'death'. It means bad luck.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. In that case, I'll take the single pen and pencil set.
#Person1#: Good choice. These sets make very good gifts. After all, pens write in any language.
#Person2#: Right. | buy a gift |
train_3348 | #Person1#: I'm sorry. I'm late.
#Person2#: That's all right. John. My house is not that easy to find. But you know you wouldn't have gotten lost if you had a smart car.
#Person1#: A smart car? What's that?
#Person2#: I just read a magazine article about some new technology that can make a car smart. One device is a computerized map display and an artificial voice. You just enter the address for where you want to go and the voice will tell you how to get there,street by street.
#Person1#: Hey, that's just like my brother. He never gets lost and he's always telling me the best route. So what else will the smart cars be able to do?
#Person2#: Well, the article says there'll be a device with read-on warning systems that will warn drivers with a long signal if they're getting too close to other cars. And they will even put on brakes if the drivers don't.
#Person1#: Tell me, Shelly. Will these cars be smart enough to fill themselves up with gas?
#Person2#: Not by now. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I'm not late because I got lost. I'm late because I ran out of gas on the way over there. | smart cars discussion |
train_3349 | #Person1#: Please sit down. Let's see. You're Mr. Brown, is that right?
#Person2#: Right. I'll graduate from college next June.
#Person1#: Have you ever done any work in this field?
#Person2#: No, never. We did some practice work in class.
#Person1#: You seem to be doing well at college. What kind of pay do you hope to get?
#Person2#: From what I've read, it seems that the pay at the beginning would, be around $12,000 a year.
#Person1#: Here we would start at $10,500 for the first year of training. Then you would get $15,000. After that it would depend on how well you work.
#Person2#: That sounds fair enough. What about other things, like vacation?
#Person1#: Those are all explained in this paper. You can take it along and look at it at home.
#Person2#: Do you really think I can get a job here? I really hope that I can work here. But I guess I'll just have to go home and wait.
#Person1#: Well, I'm talking to three people today and four tomorrow. The company will be hiring two people. You'll hear sometime next month. Good luck and thanks for coming today. | job interview |
train_3350 | #Person1#: Hello, Michelle. How are you feeling today?
#Person2#: Hi, Dr. Frank. I am not feeling very well. That is why I made an appointment with you.
#Person1#: I am sorry to hear that. What seems to be the trouble?
#Person2#: My head has been hurting a lot lately. I never used to feel like this.
#Person1#: When does it hurt the most?
#Person2#: Usually, I feel fine. It only hurts when I am in class. My head starts hurting when I try to copy notes from the board. I tried sitting near the back of the room, but it doesn't help. In fact, it gets worse!
#Person1#: Well, it sounds like you might need glasses. You should get your eyes checked. It should not take too long.
#Person2#: Thank you, doctor. I appreciate your help. | see a doctor |
train_3351 | #Person1#: Is that you, Dave? Oh, my gosh! The backstabber who left us to work for the evil WebTracker!
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Hi, Mary. How are you?
#Person1#: I'm filthy rich! Haven't you heard about the MicroPower deal?
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess I did. They're going to buy InfoKing?
#Person1#: That's right. For seventy-five million. So how are you?
#Person2#: I'm getting by OK. I heard MicroPower was going to make Zina president of their new InfoKing Internet division. | social casual talk |
train_3352 | #Person1#: Hey, Jane. . . are you familiar with our company's insurance policies?
#Person2#: Umm. . . . I think so. What's up?
#Person1#: I've never really paid attention to the fine print of our insurance policies. . . but it looks like I'm going to need to make a claim.
#Person2#: Really? Are you OK?
#Person1#: I have a slipped disc in my lower back and the doctor says surgery is probably the best option. Does our worker insurance cover this kind of thing?
#Person2#: If the injury is workplace related I'm sure it's completely covered.
#Person1#: Hummm. . . I think I'll have to talk to the doctor again about that. Anyway. . . now that I'm going to have to make some claims, I think I'd better try and understand how the system works. Would you mind breaking it down for me?
#Person2#: Sure. Basically we have two insurance policies for employees. . . workman's compensation and medical insurance. The company pays the premiums for workman's compensation, and for a significant part of the medical coverage, but you pay part of that premium, too.
#Person1#: That's the charge for insurance I see on my pay slip each month, right?
#Person2#: Yep. Every country in the world has a different system, but here we buy insurance from a private provider. So workman's compensation is if I slip and break my arm while working in the office or on the job, right?
#Person1#: That's right. The company pays for all your medical bills and there is also some financial compensation if you have to take days off to see doctors or spend time recuperating. | insurance policies |
train_3353 | #Person1#: Mom, I'm starving.
#Person2#: Here are some biscuits. Why are you back so early today?
#Person1#: My teacher had a sudden stomachache, so the class was cut shot. You?
#Person2#: Me what?
#Person1#: You are cooking at least two hours earlier than the usual.
#Person2#: It's not for us.
#Person1#: Then it's for Dad, isn't it? It's so unfair!
#Person2#: Don't be a smarty-pants. It's for Grandma Wang.
#Person1#: What was that again?
#Person2#: It's for Grandma Wang. She is sick and her only daughter went abroad weeks ago. So she needs our help.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, I didn't know that. But I wanna help.
#Person2#: Umm, let me think for a moment. We can meet her together after I finish cooking.
#Person1#: I'll get knee to knee with her.
#Person2#: Good boy. I can only imagine how happy she will be to see you. | daily talk |
train_3354 | #Person1#: Hi, Sara, what are you reading?
#Person2#: Hi, John, I am trying to find a carpenter.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, I want to build a deck in my back yard.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: So I can have a special place to hang out with friends, and also do some barbecuing on weekends.
#Person1#: That sounds cool. Do you mind if I recommend myself for the job?
#Person2#: You? Do you have a carpenter's license?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. But I only freelance on weekends with my uncle.
#Person2#: Wow! That's cool. So, let me give you some details about the deck I want.
#Person1#: Please go ahead, I am listening.
#Person2#: I'd like my deck to be at the same level as the back door.
#Person1#: Is your back door higher than the ground level?
#Person2#: Yes, the back door is about four or five steps higher than the ground.
#Person1#: Okay, then you need a deck with a guardrail.
#Person2#: I don't like things to be fancy.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I will build your deck with a simple but classic look.
#Person2#: Hmm, that's good. Can you use cedar or redwood to build it?
#Person1#: Cedar is a good choice.
#Person2#: Well, let's take the measurements right now. | build a deck |
train_3355 | #Person1#: Will you help me take these things to the car?
#Person2#: OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
#Person1#: Bring them to my wife's car.
#Person2#: Which one is hers?
#Person1#: The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
#Person2#: What should I take first?
#Person1#: That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It was a gift from my mother-in-law.
#Person2#: Don't worry, I won't drop it. Wow, it's really heavy. I don't think I can move it by myself.
#Person1#: Let me help you with that. I don't want you to hurt your back.
#Person2#: Where are you taking all this stuff?
#Person1#: Didn't I tell you? We're moving to Florida?
#Person2#: You're moving now? I knew you were moving, but I thought you said you were moving next month.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true, but my wife found a new apartment on the Internet the other day and she wants to move right away. | move |
train_3356 | #Person1#: Hey, check out this new game I bought today.
#Person2#: Wow! It's a trivia game all about the Academy Awards.
#Person1#: I know you love the Oscars. This game has some great questions about all types of movies.
#Person2#: Does it have questions about foreign language films? There's hardly any American films worth watching.
#Person1#: Yes. In fact, one of the categories is on foreign language films. | game discussion |
train_3357 | #Person1#: What's up? You don't look too good.
#Person2#: Yeah, my head hurts, that's all. I've been in physics class all day. It's killer!
#Person1#: I liked physics. It's all math, really, arcs, curves, velocity, cool stuff.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, but today's lesson was all about the creation of the universe.
#Person1#: A physics class about the creation of the universe? That's some pretty unscientific language there. Sounds more religous to me.
#Person2#: It's all religion. Take the theory of the Big Bang. How is it possible that all of the stuff in the universe comes from an explosion? That's no better than Atlas carrying the globe on his back or African myths about turtles and stuff.
#Person1#: Turtles? Whatever. . . Look, all that's required for the creation of matter an imbalance of particles and anti-particles. At least, that's what the math says.
#Person2#: Math, shmath. What's the evidence?
#Person1#: There is evidence! You know Edwin Hubble? He's the guy who in the early twentieth century was the first scientist to measure the drift of matter in the universe, thus advancing notions of an expanding universe. What would it be expanding from? Well, the Big Bang. . . DUH!
#Person2#: Anyway, it's just a theory. Why do people go around touting theories? Where's the scientific rigor in that?
#Person1#: Dude, don't equivocate. A theory only becomes a theory after withstanding rigorous testing. You slept through class, didn't you? | creation of universe |
train_3358 | #Person1#: Emily, I heard you took a trip to San Diego.
#Person2#: Yes, my son Jim was admitted by San Diego University. So I drove him there and visited the city with my husband and daughter.
#Person1#: What did you do there?
#Person2#: Well, we were only there for 3 days, so we didn't do too many things. On the first day, we looked around San Diego University and then dropped into the local hospital to visit a local boy. I had read about him in a newspaper. He's suffering from cancer, but he's very brave. At night we walked around the city.
#Person1#: Did you take any pictures?
#Person2#: Yes, my husband bought a new iPhone 7 plus for my son. And he is really a good photographer. I stored some in my phone. Do you want to look at a few?
#Person1#: Sure. I love looking at photos.
#Person2#: This one is of my husband and me on the beach and this was taken in a museum before we left. The boy next to my husband is Jim.
#Person1#: Your son looks as handsome as your husband.
#Person2#: They do look very similar. | share trip experience |
train_3359 | #Person1#: Hi, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Not bad. Actually, I have a cold again, but it's nothing serious. And it's unnecessary to bother the doctor.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. So what are you doing today?
#Person2#: I'm planning an end of the term party. Everybody wants some live music this year. How about you? Are you listening to a CD?
#Person1#: No, that's my brother. He's playing his guitar. He practices every morning.
#Person2#: Hey. Is he free on Saturday? Does he want to play at our party? We need somebody like him.
#Person1#: Are you kidding? He's only 10. | daily casual talk |
train_3360 | #Person1#: Do you have any other hobbies besides stamp collecting?
#Person2#: Yes, fishing. I go fishing twice a week.
#Person1#: That's very popular too. Every time I passed the lake, I see many people sitting there with fishing rods in their hands, but I've never seen anyone catch anything.
#Person2#: Maybe it's because you lack patience.
#Person1#: Maybe you're right. I went fishing once, I sat till about 4 hours and got nothing. I broke my rod and decided not to fish anymore.
#Person2#: Oh, you didn't have to do that. Look at that man, there must be a huge fish on the end of the line. Let's go over and have a look.
#Person1#: OK. Wow, what a big fish.
#Person2#: So it is interesting to fish with a rod sitting at the lake. Safe, what do you often do in your spare time?
#Person1#: Oh, nothing special I read, watch TV and go to the movies.
#Person2#: Don't you have any hobbies like stamp collecting or things like that?
#Person1#: No, I don't have any hobbies. | fishing |
train_3361 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'd like to borrow these books.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but we can only lend you 10 books at a time.
#Person1#: 10? I thought it was unlimited.
#Person2#: The rules have changed. Some students were taking out all the books for one topic and not returning them. That would give them a disadvantage over the other students in their class.
#Person1#: Really? I can't imagine who would do such a thing. I guess I should put some of these books back. Sorry about the extra work.
#Person2#: It shouldn't be a problem. They look like they're all from the same shelf. | borrow books |
train_3362 | #Person1#: Did you see today's newspaper? That building over there in center view was just struck by lightning for the fourth time.
#Person2#: I'm not surprised. If the conditions for lightning to strike are right one time, they might be as good another time.
#Person1#: Well, I don't take any chances. If I'm caught in a thunderstorm, I will look for a building or a closed car. Also, I was told that if you're stuck outdoors, the best thing you can do is to keep yourself close to the ground and avoid bodies of water.
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, even when I'm at home, I don't take baths or showers during a thunderstorm. And I don't use anything that works electrically. Maybe I'm too anxious.
#Person1#: I wouldn't say that. According to the article, lightning starts thousands of fires every year in the United States alone. Hundreds of people are injured or even killed. I think you're just being sensible. | thunderstorm safety |
train_3363 | #Person1#: Welcome to this edition of writers. Tonight, we have Steven Darcy with us. Congratulations on your book Life and Everything in Between, Steven. It's such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first attempt at poetry? Did you ever try it before? Did you take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well, my only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that, I have zero experience, where writing is concerned. I have always had a good grasp of English language, thanks to my mom who started me reading when I was very little.
#Person1#: What is the hardest thing about creating your work?
#Person2#: Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There is always a word or 2 that I might still rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Will there be more collections of poetry from Darcy?
#Person2#: There will be more of something that suppose, but maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I see what I wrote as a kind of writing that might inspire people in some way. | interview |
train_3364 | #Person1#: Lily, I can't catch up with the English teacher very well.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: You are quite good at English. Can you help me with it?
#Person2#: Sure, but you'd better take an additional course in some English schools.
#Person1#: English schools? What's that?
#Person2#: This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their English.
#Person1#: Is that different from our school's English course?
#Person2#: Yes. Before you start your training, they will test you on your English first.
#Person1#: Then?
#Person2#: Then they will recommend you the class that suits you.
#Person1#: Really? How good can my English get there?
#Person2#: You see how well I am doing. I studied there, too.
#Person1#: Alright. I'll tell my father about it. | learn English |
train_3365 | #Person1#: Hey, sorry. The meeting ran late. What is this?
#Person2#: Someone in the club gave me this. It's an invitation from a tennis club in Sweden.
#Person1#: Sweden? Why did he give it to you?
#Person2#: He wants me to join. A lot of people who joined ended up becoming professional tennis players.
#Person1#: Oh, that's amazing. You have to do it.
#Person2#: But I don't want to go.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because I have promised my uncle I would help him at his company.
#Person1#: But this is a good opportunity. I think your uncle can find someone else to help him.
#Person2#: I'm not interested in playing professionally. I'd rather be working on my uncles company and saving money for college. | play tennis professionally |
train_3366 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark.
#Person2#: Hi, Bill. I ' d like to take the apartment I looked at yesterday.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: So, what do we do now?
#Person1#: This is the lease. You should read the lease very carefully before you sign it because it describes your legal rights and responsibilities as a tenant. The lease also describes our rights and responsibilities as landlords.
#Person2#: Okay. ( Reads the lease ) So, according to the lease, I ' ll deposit one month ' s rent as a security deposit, and I have to pay the first month ' s rent in advance. I understand that I ' ll get the security deposit back when I move out if the apartment does not need any costly repairs.
#Person1#: Yes. If you do not damage the apartment, you will get your security deposit back when you move out.
#Person2#: Can I pay you by check?
#Person1#: Sure. A check will be fine.
#Person2#: Is there a laundry room in the basement?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Can I sign the lease right now? | sign the lease |
train_3367 | #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. | job interview |
train_3368 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to buy a Walkman. Can you tell me about the models you have?
#Person1#: Well, we have a lot of models here. Did you want to listen to CD's or cassettes or the radio?
#Person2#: Mostly cassette tapes.
#Person1#: Alright. There are several models you may want to look at. This Kreng portable cassette player is very good.
#Person2#: Kreng? I've never heard of that company.
#Person1#: It's a German company. This unit has auto-reverse, recording capability, and an AM / FM radio band. It also has a built-in microphone.
#Person2#: I suppose I don't want that one then. I don't like auto-reverse. It breaks too easily.
#Person1#: Really? Have you had an auto-reverse break before?
#Person2#: Yes, twice now. I think it's too high-tech, and so it's the first part that breaks.
#Person1#: Hmm. You know, the problem might be dust. Did you clean the unit often?
#Person2#: Well. No, I didn't clean it. But still, I only had the last one two months, and it broke. I don't trust auto-reverse.
#Person1#: Alright. Well. We have many units without auto-reverse. Here is a good unit. Very reliable. It has an AM / FM band, built-in microphone, recording capability, and no auto-reverse.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: This one sells for $ 39. 99.
#Person2#: Can I test it out?
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: It sounds great. I'll take it.
#Person1#: Fine. I think you'll be happy with it. It's a very good unit. Very reliable. I'll go get you a new one in a box. I will be back in just a moment.
#Person2#: Thanks. | shopping |
train_3369 | #Person1#: I need to copy a document immediately.
#Person2#: We have a copy machine in our computer lab, located on the first floor.
#Person1#: Great! How much is it for a copy?
#Person2#: The price per copy is ten cents.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable. I'll be down there immediately.
#Person2#: There shouldn't be any long lines, sir. | copying |
train_3370 | #Person1#: How are you doing today?
#Person2#: Very well. Thank you.
#Person1#: What can I help you with?
#Person2#: Do I have any fees to pay?
#Person1#: As a matter of fact, you do.
#Person2#: How much?
#Person1#: You owe $ 235. 13.
#Person2#: That's unbelievable.
#Person1#: Will you be paying some of that off today?
#Person2#: I want to pay all of it off today.
#Person1#: How will you be paying?
#Person2#: I'll be paying with cash. | pay off fees |
train_3371 | #Person1#: It is quite important to be a good listener in the interview.
#Person2#: Listening carefully can show you understand and respect the speaker.
#Person1#: It can show your good attainment as well.
#Person2#: Besides, you can pick up some helpful information from the talk.
#Person1#: First of all, you should keep proper posture and make eye contact with the speaker with a smile.
#Person2#: To show that you have understood what is said, you can nod or ask simple questions at the right time.
#Person1#: And your statement should be clear and brief to the point.
#Person2#: Never should you interrupt on a unfamiliar topic.
#Person1#: Sure, in order not to leave a bad impression on the interviewer.
#Person2#: Additionally, don't show any impatience to a repeated topic.
#Person1#: Don't be absent-minded even when you are not interested in the talk.
#Person2#: In a word, any impolite behavior should be avoided in the listening. | good listeners discussion |
train_3372 | #Person1#: Now let's talk about your interests and hobbies.
#Person2#: Well, I like reading, walking, swimming, hiking and playing basketball
#Person1#: You have a colorful life.
#Person2#: Yes. These hobbies have indeed enriched my life
#Person1#: How do you usually spend your time after work?
#Person2#: I prefer to read novels with a cup of tea.
#Person1#: What kind of books interests you most?
#Person2#: Detective books.
#Person1#: You seem to be a man of imagination and logic.
#Person2#: To some extent, I regard books as my good companion.
#Person1#: If so, you can benefit a lot from them.
#Person2#: That's for sure. | interview |
train_3373 | #Person1#: How did you do in the last quiz?
#Person2#: I doubt if I can pass it.
#Person1#: Don't be so worried, You know Professor Robert is not too strict.
#Person2#: But I often skip his classes, and he doesn't like me.
#Person1#: I hope you'll do better in the final.
#Person2#: I must, if I want to pass the course. | daily casual talk |
train_3374 | #Person1#: I'm exhausted. My new exercise class is so hard,
#Person2#: I think it is easy. I could work in your class with no problem.
#Person1#: You thing so?
#Person2#: Oh, without a doubt. When is the next class?
#Person1#: Tomorrow morning. Try it.
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: Are you going to this class this morning?
#Person2#: Of course, easy. No sweat.
#Person1#: You're no able to move after this class.
#Person2#: Are you kidding me? It's going to be up a piece of cake.
#Person1#: You want to bet?
#Person2#: Yeah, what't the bet?
#Person1#: I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing. | exercise class discussion |
train_3375 | #Person1#: Mr. Bellow, have you anything in mind as to what to drink or may I make a few suggestions?
#Person2#: I have had enough gin fizz and bloody mary. But I have no idea about Chinese cocktails.
#Person1#: Would you prefer our cocktail, Shanghai cocktail? It's a mixture of real Chinese ingredients.
#Person2#: That's good.
#Person1#: ( The waiter makes the cocktail for Mr. Bellow and hands into him. ) Here is your Shanghai cocktail, Mr. Bellow.
#Person2#: Thank you. Oh, it tastes excellent. | ordering drinks |
train_3376 | #Person1#: So how long have you know Jack?
#Person2#: We go way back. We'Ve known each other since we were toddlers.
#Person1#: Really? You guys must be really tight.
#Person2#: Yeah, We're buddy-buddy still.
#Person1#: He seems sincere, and trustworthy.
#Person2#: Well, he is, but he can be conniving at times.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I know that he would never stab me in the back. But I've seen him double cross other people.
#Person1#: Oh, my! Really? I never thought he would be like that.
#Person2#: Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying he's like that all the time.
#Person1#: So, can I trust him or what?
#Person2#: Well, I think you should decide for yourself.
#Person1#: But I need someone that I can count on for this job.
#Person2#: Okay, Okay. You can trust him. I was just trying to give you a hard time.
#Person1#: Come on you're confusing me. Give it to me straight.
#Person2#: Actually, he's the most dependable person I know, and he would never turn on anyone. | inquiry |
train_3377 | #Person1#: Did you check the internet for next week's weather forecast?
#Person2#: I sure did. You're in luck! It's supposed to snow all week in the mountains!
#Person1#: Yes! Somebody up there loves me! I knew it wasn't too late for snow.
#Person2#: It is kind of strange though, to have snow in April, and so much of it.
#Person1#: There have been so many dry winters lately that it's about time, don't you think?
#Person2#: When you put it that way, I guess the skies can't hold out on us forever.
#Person1#: This will be the best ski trip I've ever taken. I can't wait to use my new hoard.
#Person2#: It will be the best as long as the weatherman is right. | weather discussion |
train_3378 | #Person1#: Stephanie! Did you just get to school? But you were up and about when I left the dorm this morning! That was about an hour and a half ago. This happens all the time! Why do you always take so long
#Person2#: It's a skill. What can I say? I don't know why, I just have a long routine.
#Person1#: Please explain because it makes no sense to me. How can a girl's routine be so complicated? You get up, you shower, you get dressed, you brush your teeth, you're out the door. Half an hour, tops.
#Person2#: Jacob, you have the luxury of having a haircut that rarely needs styling. I don't. I have to set aside about an hour and a half to get ready in the mornings. Every day, I wake up and head straight for the shower. Every second day, I wash my hair. If it's a hair-washing day, I frequently need to wash my hair twice because it gets really oily. Then I usually put in a conditioner and have to rinse that out too. Because my hair is so long, I seldom manage to take a shower in under twenty minutes. Afterwards, I often put on a pot of coffee and get dressed while I wait for it to brew. I take a long time to get dressed in the morning. Every now and then I remember to choose my outfit the night before, but usually I do it in the morning. In all, getting dressed takes about half an hour, at which time my hair is now semi-dry so then I have to style my hair. From time to time I'll put my hair up, butoften times I bloody it straight. And then, because of the texture of my hair, I regularly have to flat-iron it to keep it from frizzing. That's another twenty minutes or so. After that, I have my daily makeup routine.
#Person1#: True, I hardly ever see you without your hair done and your makeup on, even when you show up to class in sweatpants. Tell me, how long does it take you to choose that outfit in the morning?
#Person2#: Not funny. | morning routine discussion |
train_3379 | #Person1#: What would you like to be in the future?
#Person2#: A teacher.
#Person1#: But if I were you, I would be a singer. You've got such a beautiful voice.
#Person2#: I wouldn't like to be a singer, but I'd like to become a music teacher to teach children to sing, That dream developed in my mind when I was a child.
#Person1#: Are you sure about that?
#Person2#: I'm quite sure. I've always loved working with children. | future career |
train_3380 | #Person1#: Let's decide what to order.
#Person2#: I'll have a hamburger.
#Person1#: The works?
#Person2#: No, just tomatoes, please. And large fries.
#Person1#: Anything to drink?
#Person2#: A small cola.
#Person1#: I'll have a sandwich and small fries. Would you like to have some desserts?
#Person2#: Apple pie is my favorite dessert.
#Person1#: I'd like to have an ice cream | ordering food |
train_3381 | #Person1#: Office software like Windows might be one of the best inventions in this information age. It saves us from so much work and makes the communication even around the world much easier.
#Person2#: Fully agree. I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel. The latest office equipment is more type-functional. It combines fax machine, copy machine and printer in one. It saves a lot of place, one machine instead of three.
#Person1#: Yes, this machine is even smaller than those before.
#Person2#: When will we get one of those?
#Person1#: You know our boss always trying to save the last penny. We have to use up the equipment first. | office equipment discussion |
train_3382 | #Person1#: Mr. Emory? I'd appreciate it if you would look over these letters before you leave today.
#Person2#: I'd be glad to. Just leave them on my desk. I didn't expect you to finish so soon.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. I'll leave them here. If there are no problems, I'll mail them out this afternoon.
#Person2#: Great. Good work. | office talk |
train_3383 | #Person1#: I've run out of steam. To be honest, I want to be in a different environment.
#Person2#: Is that so?
#Person1#: Yes. I don't want to be stuck in a rut. I want to move on.
#Person2#: Have you decided?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to get a better job.
#Person2#: Could you tell me why you want to quit?
#Person1#: I'm quitting because of the lousy salary and all the difficulties I have in getting along with my colleagues.
#Person2#: Oh, that sounds terrible. Would you be happier with higher pay here? I'm sure something can be worked out.
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. I've promised my girlfriend. We're going to travel south to find jobs that offer higher pay.
#Person2#: OK. I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you. However, I think you should work harder at your new job and then you can ask for higher pay. | quit the job |
train_3384 | #Person1#: What kind of personality do you think you have?
#Person2#: I am quite active and energetic. I approach things enthusiastically and I don't like leaving things half done.
#Person1#: Do you think you are introverted or extroverted?
#Person2#: I am quite outgoing, I think. I enjoy mixing and doing things with others.
#Person1#: What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy?
#Person2#: I maintain that the most important thing is having good friends. A person can't live alt by himself, I think. A friend in need is a friend indeed. So the more really close friends I have, the better.
#Person1#: What kind of people do you like to work with?
#Person2#: People who are honest, dedicate to their work and have integrity.
#Person1#: What kind of people do you find difficult to work with?
#Person2#: Slacker and those who violate working procedures and ignoring deadlines. | personality interview |
train_3385 | #Person1#: Northwest Airline.
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like to reconfirm my flight.
#Person1#: May I have your flight No. , PLS?
#Person2#: My flight No. is 102 leaving Baiyun Airport at fourteen twenty.
#Person1#: Yes, that's our regular flight to Shanghai. What's your name, PLS?
#Person2#: I am Jason Armstrong. My first initial is J.
#Person1#: One minute. Oh, yes, here we are. You are flying economy class, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: Okay, you are all set, Mr. Armstrong. Enjoy your flight!
#Person2#: Thanks! | flight reconfirmation |
train_3386 | #Person1#: What can I do for you, Miss?
#Person2#: I want to buy a bottle of perfume for myself.
#Person1#: Well, here is a perfume kind for women.
#Person2#: I don't like strong perfumes.
#Person1#: How about this Isawell's flowery perfume?
#Person2#: I don't think it smells nice.
#Person1#: Do you have green tea perfume?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: May I have a look at this?
#Person2#: Sure. The bittersweet perfume has a calming effect on the nerves.
#Person1#: I like this fragrance.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: 150 yuan.
#Person2#: I'll take it. | shopping |
train_3387 | #Person1#: Hello, Vicki.
#Person2#: Hi, David. What a beautiful necklace! Dude, I'Ve never seen anything like it.
#Person1#: Well, you can have it for eleven hundred, as a friend.
#Person2#: I think seven hundred is enough.
#Person1#: What? Seven hundred?
#Person2#: Well, eight hundred, then?
#Person1#: No, one thousand at least.
#Person2#: Eight hundred and fifty. Come on. I have 4 kids, 3 dogs, and 2 husbands to feed!
#Person1#: You're a thief, Vicki. But I guess, eight hundred and fifty is all right.
#Person2#: Here you are, sucker!
#Person1#: Victory for me, I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday! | necklace |
train_3388 | #Person1#: I need some books on hardware.
#Person2#: There's many books here. What about these?
#Person1#: Great! They're the very books I want. May I borrow two books?
#Person2#: Sure. But you can only keep them for a week.
#Person1#: I see. Thank you. | borrow books |
train_3389 | #Person1#: Hello. This is Hamilton's Heating and cooling service. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. My home freezer is not working properly.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: It keeps running all the time, never stopping. And it makes a strange sound. All the ice cream inside it melted.
#Person1#: Maybe the compressor is going bad.
#Person2#: Can you send the technician to check it out?
#Person1#: Sure. But there is a minimum charge of $ 60 for a service visit. If your freezer needs parts, there will be an additional charge.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll pay the charges.
#Person1#: All right. let me check our technician's schedules. I'll call you back and let you know what time we can send a service technician to your house. What is your phone number?
#Person2#: My number is 627-555-1234.
#Person1#: Okay. I'll call you right back.
#Person2#: Thank you. Good bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | phone for service |
train_3390 | #Person1#: Where is Tom?
#Person2#: He is in the bedroom and fallen asleep.
#Person1#: What? It's only 9p. m. Now. Why today he went to bed so early?
#Person2#: He ran four miles and came back dead beat.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. | daily talk |
train_3391 | #Person1#: I want to settle my account.
#Person2#: Wait for a moment. Mr. Bush. this is your bill, please sign your name here
#Person1#: Well, I think something must be wrong with my bill. I didn't have any laundry.
#Person2#: I am sorry, we will connect with the room service. Please Warta moment. | settle the account |
train_3392 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir.
#Person2#: Good morning.
#Person1#: How do you want it, sir?
#Person2#: Just take a little off on the top and shorten the back. But please don't make it too short.
#Person1#: How about your sideburns?
#Person2#: Just to the bottom of my ears. By the way, I'd like a shave, too.
#Person1#: All right. . . Tilt your head to the right, please.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: Exactly five dollars.
#Person2#: Here you are. Thank you and goodbye.
#Person1#: You are welcome, sir. Good-bye. | have a haircut |
train_3393 | #Person1#: Hey, if you're not busy this weekend, would you like to go see a movie?
#Person2#: Sounds good. What should we see?
#Person1#: How about that European movie?
#Person2#: You mean the one starring John Travolta?
#Person1#: Yeah, that's the one I've heard the special effects and the plot are outstanding.
#Person2#: Sounds like an interesting film. Let's meet at five o'clock on Saturday.
#Person1#: Okay, see you then. | movie invitation |
train_3394 | #Person1#: How do you feel?
#Person2#: I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist.
#Person1#: Here is the bigger size.
#Person2#: This one fits me well but it is too expensive, can you make it a little cheaper? | shopping |
train_3395 | #Person1#: Hello. How are you today?
#Person2#: Not so good. My leg's playing me up, awful pains in my leg and my toothache!
#Person1#: Oh, dear! I've got toothache too and the dentist says he simply can't see me before next week. But what gets me is my headache.
#Person2#: I know what you mean, but at least you can do the garden. I can't even do that with my back, the doctor says I mustn't lift or bend.
#Person1#: You poor thing. There's nothing worse than back trouble. But I don't do much in the garden now because I've hurt my arm. It's really painful.
#Person2#: Like my ankle. It's all swollen up. | ailments |
train_3396 | #Person1#: What a terrible story! A couple was sailing their boat from Hawaii to Mexico. While they were crossing the Pacific, their boat hit a whale and sank!
#Person2#: Is that true? What happened to the whale?
#Person1#: It doesn't say. Oh, and here's another one. A guy in Los Angeles was robbing a bank. But as he was escaping, he got caught in the revolving door.
#Person2#: I guess it was his first bank robbery!
#Person1#: Yeah. Oh, and listen to this. Some guy got locked out of his house, so he tried to get in through the chimney.
#Person2#: Don't tell me! He got stuck in the chimney!
#Person1#: Exactly. And he was still trying to get out two days later when the police rescued him. | story discussion |
train_3397 | #Person1#: Now, David, what do you like best about being a football star?
#Person2#: Well, I love to hear the cheering when I'm playing, especially when I score a goal. And, of course, the pay is good. But you know, the most important thing in football is teamwork. So I must thank all my teammates.
#Person1#: Can you tell us something about your training?
#Person2#: Well, we train very hard, especially before a big game. The team has to stay together on the road-sometimes for weeks-and I find it very boring.
#Person1#: Do you get nervous?
#Person2#: Before the game, yes, but not during it.
#Person1#: Are you worried about tomorrow's game?
#Person2#: No. Even if we lose we'll probably still get the cup. You see, we scored more goals than Northern City, so they'll have to win by at least four goals if they want the cup. I don't think they can do it.
#Person1#: Thank you and good luck tomorrow. | football star interview |
train_3398 | #Person1#: Thanks for coming golfing with me today, Carl.
#Person2#: No problem, Marge. I need to work on my swing. And this weather is just amazing.
#Person1#: I only play on days like this-sunny but cool with a soft breeze.
#Person2#: How long has it been since you last played?
#Person1#: Too long-almost six months. I used to play at least once a month, though.
#Person2#: Oh, really? I try to play at least once every other week.
#Person1#: Well, then you can help me with my game.
#Person2#: No problem. | golfing discussion |
train_3399 | #Person1#: On today's show we have Dennis Dean, owner of Double the Fun bus parties. Hi, Dennis. Can you tell us what you do?
#Person2#: Well, Double the Fun is a party bus where you and up to 50 friends can hold celebrations. All buses have fridges for cold drinks, disco-quality sound, an amazing light show and comfortable leather seats. What we don't have is cooking equipment. All buses also have a bus host, whose job is to make sure all the guests get back on the bus after each stop.
#Person1#: After each stop? So guests don't spend the whole evening driving around on the bus?
#Person2#: No! In fact, we take them to 4 different clubs during the evening. At each club, we've booked special VIP entrance, which means no waiting to get in, and everyone gets a free drink.
#Person1#: Anything else our listeners should know about the parties?
#Person2#: Yes, all guests must be smartly dressed. No jeans or sports shoes. The only exception would be if they want to have a fancy-dress party. And we need to know the time you book if you are planning a fancy-dress party. Clubs like to know in advance when parties will be arriving.
#Person1#: Thanks, Dennis. | interview |
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