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train_4600 | #Person1#: I want to say. . .
#Person2#: Say it! What is it?
#Person1#: That I can't go on any longer without you.
#Person2#: You know you shouldn't say that at a time like this.
#Person1#: Nancy, I made up my mind you were the only woman for me at the first sight.
#Person2#: Too sudden! I'm not ready for it.
#Person1#: Forgive me for startling you with the impetuosity of my sentiments.
#Person2#: Stop it. No more of that talk.
#Person1#: I really love you.
#Person2#: No, I shall faint.
#Person1#: And I hope so. This is what you were meant for. Say you love me, say yes, say yes.
#Person2#: Yes. | declare one's love |
train_4601 | #Person1#: I want to know why you're sitting with your mouth closed all the evening. What's wrong, honey?
#Person2#: Well, I don't like being a typist. There's no one to talk with and the day goes too slowly.
#Person1#: Then what do you plan to do?
#Person2#: I want to do some service work, like working in a hotel.
#Person1#: That's funny.
#Person2#: Well, in a hotel, I can meet kinds of people including foreigners. I'll have many chances to practice my English and that will improve my spoken English.
#Person1#: Do you have any special hotel in mind?
#Person2#: I hope to get a job at Holiday Inn. It's a well-known hotel and it's not far from our home.
#Person1#: But you have to work at night.
#Person2#: So what? It doesn't matter much as long as I feel happy I think.
#Person1#: Who will take care of Harry at night?
#Person2#: If I can't, you can ask your mother for help.
#Person1#: Harry is only one year old. I hope you'll think this over. | work in a hotel |
train_4602 | #Person1#: Sam I think it's time for you to get a summer job. When I was your age, I started working at my pool. I hated it and I didn't have any friends there. However, I saved money and I learned how to work hard.
#Person2#: Mom, I really don't have time to work this summer. I am going to go to summer school and I need to practice skateboarding. Also I want to go to the lake with Jeremy.
#Person1#: Well. How are you going to pay to go to the lake? You are getting too old for us to give you money. You're not a young kid anymore. Also, college is very expensive these days. You should start saving money now. College is only 3 years away.
#Person2#: OK, I'll apply for some jobs this weekend. Can you help me fill out job applications?
#Person1#: Yes, I will help you, you should get an application from the supermarket on Walnut Street. Miss Jacobs told me they are hiring students this summer. | summer job |
train_4603 | #Person1#: Hi I'm looking for a dress for Jane's party this evening. Can you give me some advice?
#Person2#: How about this skirt, it goes well with your skin.
#Person1#: Really? OK, I'll wear it to the party. Do you think I should take a handbag with me to the party?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: How about the Brown bag you and I bought last week?
#Person2#: That would be good and I believe this necklace would make you look just perfect. Hurry up, Grandma is waiting for us. | costume for party |
train_4604 | #Person1#: Do you have anything planned for the summer vacation Tony?
#Person2#: Well, I'll go to the US with the exchange students. What about you Joan?
#Person1#: I'd wanted to go to Singapore to stay with my aunt when the vacation begins. But the headmaster told me I should stay in the school to help the students from the US to choose which family to stay with. And act as their guide when they go sightseeing in Tokyo.
#Person2#: What about your trip to Singapore, then?
#Person1#: Well, I've invited my aunt to come here. Have you decided when to leave?
#Person2#: Yes on July fourth, and will stay there until the end of the month.
#Person1#: Have you found someone to look after your house?
#Person2#: Yes, my cousin will come from Beijing to learn Japanese, he'll live in my house during my absence. | summer vacation plan |
train_4605 | #Person1#: Jason, would you tell us a little about how you became a writer?
#Person2#: Oh, I have written ever since I was a boy. When I was in school, I wrote stories for a children's magazine. Later on, I wrote for The Western Teacher and various other magazines before I got into writing books.
#Person1#: Did you start writing your own books after you came to Paris?
#Person2#: Yes, my first book was published here in two thousand and four. | become a writer |
train_4606 | #Person1#: Hi, I want to check out. Here is my room key.
#Person2#: One second, sir, while I print out your receipt. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: May I ask, sir, if you enjoyed your stay?
#Person1#: Well, except for one night, I enjoyed the hotel. And I loved New York, of course.
#Person2#: Thank you for your honesty. I assure you there will be no cockroaches next time. | hotel service |
train_4607 | #Person1#: Hi sir, why did you pull me over? What's wrong?
#Person2#: Are you aware that you drove through a red light?
#Person1#: I ran a red light?
#Person2#: Yes, you did.
#Person1#: I apologize, but I didn't realize that I did.
#Person2#: Weren't you taught that yellow means slow down, not speed up?
#Person1#: I did learn that.
#Person2#: So, then why did you speed up?
#Person1#: I don't know what to tell you.
#Person2#: I'm going to have to write you a ticket.
#Person1#: I understand.
#Person2#: Here you go. Don't do that again.
#Person1#: Thank you sir. | traffic rules regulation |
train_4608 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. I suppose you are Ms. Monica. My name is Mr. Thomas, the general manager of ABC Company. Here is my business card.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: I am very impressed by your resume. Therefore, I am very interested to know why you're willing to leave your current company.
#Person2#: I am looking for a more challenging position. I can't grow anymore in my current job.
#Person1#: Ok, I understand. But why you choose us to work for?
#Person2#: I have studied carefully the information about your company on the internet and I have checked your company's homepage. I am impressed by the company. And I like the products a lot. Since you're growing steadily, I would be very eager to help you to improve your accounting system.
#Person1#: How do you work with a team?
#Person2#: I work quite well with a team. I'm a good team player. I respect people, cooperate well with member's team. And I will do my best to help team members.
#Person1#: What's your long term goal?
#Person2#: I'd like to bring to ABC Company not only my technical skills, ambition, enthusiasm, but also my loyalty, a sensor desire to become an administrative assistant. It is the hardest of my career plans. | job interview |
train_4609 | #Person1#: I would like to order cable.
#Person2#: Sure, what package do you want?
#Person1#: What kinds of packages do you offer?
#Person2#: We have all kinds of movie channel packages.
#Person1#: What else do you have?
#Person2#: There is a package for all sports channels.
#Person1#: Do you have a package that includes all the movie channels with the basic channels also?
#Person2#: Yes, we do offer that package.
#Person1#: I want that.
#Person2#: Do you want anything else?
#Person1#: No, but is it possible for me to add channels later?
#Person2#: You can always get rid of channels or add some later. | order cable |
train_4610 | #Person1#: Hi, Robert. What happened to your face? It looks swollen.
#Person2#: I had to go get a cavity filled today.
#Person1#: Did it hurt?
#Person2#: I don't even wanna talk about it. It killed me!
#Person1#: How long were you in the chair?
#Person2#: It took quite a while, but the worst part was getting numbed. They had to give me 3 shoots.
#Person1#: Well, I guess you've learned a good lesson, huh. You have to take good care of your teeth.
#Person2#: No kidding. Not only can't I stand the pain, but man. . . dentists are expensive. The bill is going to be humungous!
#Person1#: Don't you have a dental insurance?
#Person2#: I do, but it still does not cover everything. | see a dentist |
train_4611 | #Person1#: Good morning. Wilson Association.
#Person2#: This is Mr. Brown speaking. I'd like to speak to Mr. Thomas, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but Mr. Thomas left the office a few minutes ago.
#Person2#: That's bad! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes, but your line has been busy. Will he be back soon?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. He's gone for the rest of the day.
#Person2#: Is there anywhere I can reach him?
#Person1#: I don't believe so. He's going out of town on business. May I take a message?
#Person2#: I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock, but I'm afraid I can't make it.
#Person1#: Would you care to make another appointment?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly, and I may be gone for several days.
#Person1#: I see. I can tell Mr. Thomas that you phoned.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Bye-bye. | phone call |
train_4612 | #Person1#: Let's got out tomorrow night. We can go to a bar and try to find you a girlfriend.
#Person2#: I don't think that's a good idea. I am just not good with approaching someone and starting up a conversation.
#Person1#: Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines, you know, break the ice.
#Person2#: Pick-up lines don't work!
#Person1#: Come on! You can just walk up to a girl and say ' If you were a booger I 'd pick you first. '
#Person2#: What? Come on! That's just lame! No girl would fall for that!
#Person1#: Fine, then you can say, ' So there you are! I'Ve been looking all over for YOU, the woman of my dreams! '
#Person2#: That's a good one! I think that's pretty funny.
#Person1#: Yeah, so you make her laugh, you make a fool of yourself a little bit and then you buy her a drink.
#Person2#: Ok, how does this sound, ' I was so enchanted by your beauty that I ran into that wall over there. So I am going to need your name and number for insurance purposes. '
#Person1#: Nice! Let's go! | communication skill |
train_4613 | #Person1#: Have you had any kind of punishment in your college?
#Person2#: Yes, but it was many years ago.
#Person1#: What was it for?
#Person2#: I was a naughty boy and I played hooky. So the school gave me a punishment to clear the classroom for a week. | punishment experience |
train_4614 | #Person1#: Susan, I am inviting you and Frank to our house warming party this weekend.
#Person2#: A house warming party?
#Person1#: Yes, Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn.
#Person2#: Congratulations! That's wonderful. I bet both of you are quite happy.
#Person1#: Well, we have always dreamed of owning our own home, but real estate in this area is extremely expensive.
#Person2#: I understand. That's why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town, far from the city.
#Person1#: That's a good idea if you can find employment nearby.
#Person2#: I agree. That's why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine, or Wisconsin. | house |
train_4615 | #Person1#: I'm so glad that the Spring Festival is near at hand.
#Person2#: Me too. I like the festival best of all.
#Person1#: Think of the big face down the eve, hmm.
#Person2#: And special TV programs, fire crackers and the games to play.
#Person1#: Hey, do you know any mystery belief serve the festival?
#Person2#: Such as?
#Person1#: You know why fire crackers are set off in festival.
#Person2#: Why? To welcome the new year of course?
#Person1#: And also to frighten away evil spirits.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year.
#Person2#: Oh, that's why my parents never scold me that day. They always try to avoid tears and quarrels. | Spring festival |
train_4616 | #Person1#: Do you have cold medicine?
#Person2#: Yes, but do you have a prescription with you?
#Person1#: No, I don't.
#Person2#: I'm afraid you can't buy any medicine without a prescription from a doctor.
#Person1#: I have a headache. Is there anything I can buy without a prescription?
#Person2#: Then you can buy Aspirin.
#Person1#: I will take the Aspirin then. And have you a small first-aid kit?
#Person2#: Yes, here this is.
#Person1#: I'll take it too.
#Person2#: Thank you and take care. | at the pharmacy |
train_4617 | #Person1#: So you said you and Amanda met through a mutual friend. How did it happen?
#Person2#: Well, my roommate was friends with Amanda, so he introduced us.
#Person1#: Did he tell you what she was like first?
#Person2#: Yes, he described her to me, and she sounded like my type. | daily casual talk |
train_4618 | #Person1#: There are lots of new teachers in our class this semester.
#Person2#: Yeah, so what do you think about the teachers?
#Person1#: To be honest, I like all of them, except for the math teacher. Though he must be quite young, he seems like an old person. He's so boring.
#Person2#: I think so too. I don't like him either. Well, who do you like best?
#Person1#: It might be the English teacher. What about you?
#Person2#: Me, too. She speaks very clearly and doesn't use very complicated words so that it is easy for us to understand her.
#Person1#: She is a pretty good teacher! With her help I think I can make great progress in English.
#Person2#: Yeah, I like her way of teaching. She told us not to cram for exams, and to pay more attention to communicating than memorizing.
#Person1#: I think it's a good way to develop our language ability.
#Person2#: Actually, our new math teacher is a good person. He just can't find an appropriate way to teach us. | new teachers |
train_4619 | #Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he's in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, god! I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. I think it would be be best if you told him frankly and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. If there is any more, he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck! | at the office |
train_4620 | #Person1#: I wanna register for this mathematics course.
#Person2#: I'm sorry registration has closed.
#Person1#: Closed? The clerk told me I could come back and register any time during the first week of classes.
#Person2#: Well, that's not possible. The computer's official student account has already been sent to the state. And that's what our budget is based on. Who told you that anyway?
#Person1#: Some woman in here when I tried to register three weeks ago. She said I just had to pay a late fee.
#Person2#: She must have been a part-time worker. They didn't have much training. Why didn't you register then?
#Person1#: She said I couldn't until I had my birth certificate. Here it is.
#Person2#: Huh, that is no reason to demand a birth certificate. We only need to establish residency, you know, a phone bill with your name and address on it would have been fine.
#Person1#: Serious? Only the proof of my address.
#Person2#: Yes, I am afraid she gave you the wrong information.
#Person1#: But it's unfair.
#Person2#: Well, I sympathize with your problem, but, to be honest, I don't think there is any thing anyone can do for you. You were trapped in the system. If you want, you can talk to the director. She will help you if she can.
#Person1#: Great.
#Person2#: Don't get your hopes up. | registration service |
train_4621 | #Person1#: Guess what? Paul and Susan are engaged.
#Person2#: Really? When did that happen?
#Person1#: A week ago? They met last summer and now just sink. They will be married soon.
#Person2#: Have they set a date for the wedding?
#Person1#: No, not yet. But Susan says they'd like to get married in November or December. Then they'll go to Hawaii for their honeymoon. | gossip |
train_4622 | #Person1#: Mr. Li, the report has been finished.
#Person2#: So fast! Thank you.
#Person1#: You're welcome. This is my duty. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, you'd print out the address and telephone number of those guests from your computer, and then send those materials to each business worker.
#Person1#: OK, I'll do it right now.
#Person2#: By the way, to tell them try to persuade those new guests to cooperate with us. Because I found a biggest opponent from this post-trip.
#Person1#: Yes, I get it.
#Person2#: OK, it's no anything. Do what you should do. | at the office |
train_4623 | #Person1#: Jim, what do you think of that first interviewee?
#Person2#: Well, he looked sharp and he came across as a very confident guy.
#Person1#: Okay, what about the first woman?
#Person2#: She looked a little rough around the edges but had great skills.
#Person1#: All right, and what about the older gentle?
#Person2#: He was very distinguished, maybe a bit over-qualified.
#Person1#: Ohhhh. I hate this part of my job.
#Person2#: Why don't you go over the resumes again? They might help you decide who to hire. | job interview |
train_4624 | #Person1#: Excuse me, is this personnel division?
#Person2#: Yes. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I came about your advertisement for a senior production planner.
#Person2#: What's your name?
#Person1#: My name is Li Jean.
#Person2#: You have been in Peking University, hadn't you?
#Person1#: Yes, seven years.
#Person2#: What degree do you have now? :
#Person1#: Master of Marketing Management.
#Person2#: Do you have any experience in this field?
#Person1#: Yes. I worked at AB Company.
#Person2#: Why are you interested in the position?
#Person1#: Because you need a senior production planner who is good at mathematics and fluent in English. I think I am fit for the position.
#Person2#: All right. If we decide to hire you, we'd pay you 5, 000 yuan a month at the start. How do you think about it?
#Person1#: That's very good. | job application |
train_4625 | #Person1#: Our offer is RMB 300 per tape-recorder, F. O. B. Tianjin.
#Person2#: We think the price is too high.
#Person1#: That's the best price we can offer.
#Person2#: We'll have to discuss it with my boss.
#Person1#: We can give you a discount if you order for immediate shipment. | business talk |
train_4626 | #Person1#: Morning, Tom! What are you doing over there? Learning to dance?
#Person2#: Can't you see? I'm practicing tai chi!
#Person1#: Oh, my goodness. I'm sorry. But I don't think tai chi is to be practiced like that.
#Person2#: I'm just a beginner. Did my poses make me the butt of jokes?
#Person1#: Well, they just look a bit funny. but far from making a laughing stock out of you.
#Person2#: So, is there anything wrong with my strokes?
#Person1#: To begin with, you should keep your neck erect upward at any time.
#Person2#: Like this?
#Person1#: Good! And then, the entire body. Never incline your body forward or backward. Take care to regulate the point of balance. Place it at your waist.
#Person2#: Did I do it right?
#Person1#: No! You should avoid sticking out your belly. Keep your hip steady. Don't swing.
#Person2#: What should I do with my legs then?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, things are quite different with the limbs. Keep your knees bent a little. Right, they should be rich in elasticity. Move slowly when you shift your centre of gravity from one leg to another.
#Person2#: Fantastic! I guess the same is true with the arms, right?
#Person1#: Exactly! Move your arms in a relaxed manner. Well. don't stretch yourfingers stiffly. Just keep them in a natural shape. | tai chi |
train_4627 | #Person1#: Daniel, here is some money for the tickets.
#Person2#: OK, it's my pleasure. How many tickets?
#Person1#: Oh, like a gentleman. Two tickets for two people.
#Person2#: But I am only half a person as you and they charge both of us the same price tickets.
#Person1#: They may unless we get a half-price ticket for you.
#Person2#: Dad, it makes no sense.
#Person1#: You may ask if you can take a half-price ticket.
#Person2#: Yeah, I make certain. A half-price ticket cuts us one point five Yuan. | buy ticket |
train_4628 | #Person1#: You want to go get a facial with me today?
#Person2#: Dude, what are you talking about? Only girls do that.
#Person1#: Not at all, guys also get facials, manicures and pedicures. There is nothing wrong with looking after your skin and looking good.
#Person2#: True. So what do they do to you at your beauty spa?
#Person1#: Well, first they exfoliate my face, getting rid of all the dead skin. Then I get a face mask with nutrients that keep my skin healthy and young. Afterwards, they apply some moisturizer and you leave feeling like a million bucks.
#Person2#: That doesn't really sound like something I would be interested in. In any case, I just wash my face every night and use sunscreen during the day.
#Person1#: Well you should come with me one day, I'm sure you'll love it.
#Person2#: Uh. . . no. | invitation |
train_4629 | #Person1#: Hey, Bobby, how long have you been here?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Judy. I started swimming this morning at six.
#Person1#: Goodness! That's early! I got here at six.
#Person2#: Do you have any class right after you finish?
#Person1#: No, I don't go to class until 10:00. How about you?
#Person2#: I'll have a class at 11:00, I usually go out for breakfast after I swim. Would you like to join me today?
#Person1#: See, that sounds like fun. Let me finish and I'll meet you outside.
#Person2#: OK, see you then. | daily casual talk |
train_4630 | #Person1#: What are you doing, Tom?
#Person2#: I'm writing to my mother.
#Person1#: But you wrote to her only yesterday.
#Person2#: Yes, but I have something new to tell her.
#Person1#: Something new?
#Person2#: Yes. I am telling her I've decided to take up a part-time job as a shop assistant.
#Person1#: What do you mean? You've been working at one nearly three months. Have you been fired by Rogers?
#Person2#: No. My mother doesn't know I have a part-time job.
#Person1#: You mean you didn't tell her before?
#Person2#: No. I didn't want her to worry about my study.
#Person1#: But why are you telling her now?
#Person2#: I don't want her to worry about my life here. You see, I told her that I'd just bought a car in my letter. | writing letters |
train_4631 | #Person1#: What sort of hours do you work, Steve?
#Person2#: Well, I have to work very long hours, about eleven hours a day.
#Person1#: What time do you start?
#Person2#: I work 9 to 3, then I start again at 5:30 and work until 11, six days a week. So I have to work very unsocial hours.
#Person1#: And do you have to work at the weekend?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, that's our busiest time. I get Wednesdays off.
#Person1#: What are the things you have to do and the things you don't have to do?
#Person2#: Uh, I don't have to do the washing-up, so that's good. I have to wear white, and I have to keep everything in the kitchen totally clean.
#Person1#: What's hard about the job?
#Person2#: You are standing up all the time. When we are busy, people get angry and sharp, but that's normal.
#Person1#: How did you learn the profession?
#Person2#: Well, I did a two-year course at college. In the first year we had to learn the basics, and then we had to take exams.
#Person1#: Was it easy to find a job?
#Person2#: I wrote to about six hotels and one of them gave me my first job, so I didn't have to wait too long.
#Person1#: And what's the secret of being good at your job?
#Person2#: Attention to detail. You have to love it. You have to show passion for it.
#Person1#: And what are your plans for the future?
#Person2#: I want to have my own place when the time is right. | job |
train_4632 | #Person1#: Hey, Jake. Are you ready for your trip?
#Person2#: Well, not really. I still have to buy some clothes.
#Person1#: Well, what's the weather like where you're going?
#Person2#: Well, uh, it's really hot in the summer, so I'm going to buy some shorts, sandals, and a few t-shirts.
#Person1#: What about the rest of the year?
#Person2#: People say that the fall can still be warm until November, so 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 or an umbrella later on. But, I'm going to take a good pair of shoes because I plan on walking to and from school everyday.
#Person1#: Do you need any clothing for formal occasions?
#Person2#: Well, you never know when you might need something on the spur of the moment for a wedding or maybe someone's graduation, or a nice date, so I'll probably take some nice slacks, a dress shirt, and a couple of crazy ties or two.
#Person1#: Um, that makes sense.
#Person2#: And I'll just rent a suit or tuxedo if I need anything more formal. Hey, maybe I'll get married.
#Person1#: You? Married? Hah!
#Person2#: Wait. What are you trying to say?
#Person1#: I just can't imagine you decked out in a tuxedo for any formal occasion.
#Person2#: What?!
#Person1#: I mean, for high school graduation, you wore an old pair of jeans and tennis shoes.
#Person2#: Hey, there was a reason for that, so let me explain.
#Person1#: Yeah, ha, ha.
#Person2#: No, really. You see, it goes like this ... | clothes preparation |
train_4633 | #Person1#: Hi, Jane. I hear you are leaving for Washington this weekend.
#Person2#: No, I am not going anywhere now.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: I lost my money and my train ticket.
#Person1#: Oh, nuts! Where do you think you lost them?
#Person2#: I'm sure I had my wallet this morning. When I was in the bank changing money, I took it from my bag.
#Person1#: Where did you go after that?
#Person2#: To the gym. I can almost be certain that the wallet fell out of my pocket and was picked up by someone else. | daily casual talk |
train_4634 | #Person1#: When do you leave for holiday?
#Person2#: On the twentieth. We're flying. The flight takes seven and a half hours.
#Person1#: And when are you back?
#Person2#: On the twenty-eighth. I will give you a ring when we're back. | daily casual talk |
train_4635 | #Person1#: Sorry to have kept you waiting, Madam. I've located your luggage. It was left behind in Paris and won't arrive until later this evening.
#Person2#: Oh, I can't believe this. Have it delivered to my hotel then, I guess. | luggage service |
train_4636 | #Person1#: What's the matter, Anne? Do you have a problem?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a chance to get another job and I don't know what to do.
#Person1#: If it's a better job than your present one, take it. That's my advice.
#Person2#: It isn't as easy as that. I like the job I have now very much. The people in my office are very nice and my work is very interesting.
#Person1#: What about the pay? Will you get more money?
#Person2#: Yes, the pay is better. If I accept the job, I'll get more money right away. What should I do? I have to let them know my choice today. | job chance |
train_4637 | #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. | interpreter |
train_4638 | #Person1#: Hey, Jeff, where's your stereo?
#Person2#: I needed some money, so I hocked it last week.
#Person1#: You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that.
#Person2#: I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday. Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195. 00. I hit the ceiling when I saw that.
#Person1#: It sounds like you weren't expecting that.
#Person2#: I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend. He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away.
#Person1#: Well, if you need some money to tide you over until payday, I can loan you some.
#Person2#: Thanks, but tomorrow's payday I can make until then. Thanks any-way. | money |
train_4639 | #Person1#: Let's program your courses. Since you have had English literature, you should take American literature and American prose and fiction. You transcript indicate that your English background is strong, so I don't think you have any problem with it.
#Person2#: How many credits for each course?
#Person1#: Three, you also should take two three-credit-course in education department.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir, I'm sure I will. | course advice |
train_4640 | #Person1#: Karen, do you have a minute? I'd like to ask you about something.
#Person2#: Sure. What is it?
#Person1#: I think you can give me some advice. You have worked here longer, and I just want to know what you think.
#Person2#: I'm glad to help you. But what is it you want to ask about?
#Person1#: I am worried about the meeting this morning.
#Person2#: Why? I think the meeting went well.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes. But what are you worried about?
#Person1#: I'm afraid I was too rude.
#Person2#: Rude? You weren't rude at all, Annie. Why do you think you were rude?
#Person1#: Well, I maybe talked to Mr. Drummond too directly. I thought I maybe said too much. I don't want him to be angry.
#Person2#: I understand. But really you weren't rude at all. You said what you thought. I think he appreciates that.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: But I am new here, and I'm not sure he is used to that.
#Person2#: You mean because you are a woman?
#Person1#: Yes. And he is the president of the company.
#Person2#: Listen, Annie. You shouldn't worry about Mr. Drummond. He is a very good man to work for. He is not sexist at all. He appreciates people for their ideas. And he is willing to take suggestions from men or women.
#Person1#: I am very happy to hear that, Karen. It's good to know I'm working in such a company.
#Person2#: I agree with you on that, Annie. I've worked for Derek Drummond for nine years now. I feel he appreciates his employees for their work, not their gender. I would never change jobs.
#Person1#: Good. Thank you for telling me this.
#Person2#: Any time. If you have a good idea, don't be afraid to speak up. This is a company that appreciates initiative. | office |
train_4641 | #Person1#: What's the life expectancy in your country?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but probably about 75 years. How about in your country?
#Person1#: About 70, I think. This newspaper article talks about the problems of an aging population. It's a problem that will soon affect most of the world.
#Person2#: I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age, because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly.
#Person1#: Perhaps we need to have more babies! Tina gave birth to a baby boy yesterday.
#Person2#: Did she? That's great. However, if we have too many children, that will have a bad effect on the enviroment.
#Person1#: How's your son these days?
#Person2#: Oh, he's fine. Kids seem to grow up very quickly nowadays.
#Person1#: He'll be a teenager before you know it! Teenagers are often rebellious! When do you mind it is a good age to have a child?
#Person2#: I had mine when I was 24. that's a little young. I'd suggest you wait until you are in your late twenties. , or even in your early thirties if you have a good career.
#Person1#: Yes, I think you're right. I'm thinking about having a child, but not just yet.
#Person2#: Is there a big generation gap between parents and their children in you country?
#Person1#: Yes, there is. Teenagers do not want to live traditonal lives. They want to go out, have fun, and explore the world. They want to develop their own view of life. Parents usually try to discourage them, but they don't often succeed.
#Person2#: Parents usually give their children more freedom in my country. Sometimes they give them too much freedom.
#Person1#: It's almost impossible to get the right balance. If you are too strict, kids might ignore you. If you are too lenient, they might go wild. | aging population |
train_4642 | #Person1#: What's the area of your country?
#Person2#: It's not very big. It's a little over half a million square kilometers.
#Person1#: That sounds quite big! How many people live there?
#Person2#: There are about 30 million people in my country. Most of them live in the north.
#Person1#: What's the average income?
#Person2#: That's the really hard to say. I think most people earn about two thousand dollars a month, if you convert the money from our currency into dollars.
#Person1#: So your country is fairly rich.
#Person2#: I think we are richer than most countries, but not as rich as countries in western Europe. Our biggest problem at the moment is unemployment, which is roughly 8%. It has doubled over the last four years.
#Person1#: Unemployment in my country is a fraction of that. | country |
train_4643 | #Person1#: What would you like to order?
#Person2#: I would like to have a hamburger.
#Person1#: Did you want it with cheese?
#Person2#: I don't want cheese on it.
#Person1#: Did you want anything to drink ?
#Person2#: I think I'm going to get a soda today.
#Person1#: What kind of soda can I get you?
#Person2#: A Sprite sounds good.
#Person1#: What else would you like?
#Person2#: Let me get a bag of chips too.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: That's all. | order food |
train_4644 | #Person1#: Hi, I think I was supposed to call for my test results today.
#Person2#: If you go onto our website and put in your password, you can access your test results.
#Person1#: Are you saying that there weren't any problems?
#Person2#: I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem.
#Person1#: Will I be able to read the results on the website and understand them?
#Person2#: Yes, if you go there, you can see what each test is about.
#Person1#: How will I know what the numbers mean?
#Person2#: You can see your results and how they compare to the normal range.
#Person1#: How can I see test results from tests I have taken before?
#Person2#: We put all of your test results up in the same place. Just check the dates for what you need. | test results |
train_4645 | #Person1#: Hi, I was wondering if you have my test results in.
#Person2#: I didn't see anything out of the ordinary, but I want you to log onto our website for a printout of all of the details.
#Person1#: So, basically, I am OK?
#Person2#: If there were any major problems, I would always notify you by phone to come in.
#Person1#: What will I learn when I see the results on the website?
#Person2#: A description of each test is given on the site.
#Person1#: What will the numbers tell me?
#Person2#: The website will give you a normal range and then tell you what your results are.
#Person1#: Are all of my test results on that site?
#Person2#: Your entire test history is on the site. You can compare your results from other years. | test results |
train_4646 | #Person1#: Where shall we sit? Look! There are some free seats in the corner.
#Person2#: The seats by the window are better. It'll be cooler there. And we can see the scene outside.
#Person1#: Okay. What would you like to eat?
#Person2#: I'm really hungry now. I think I'll have chicken and chips with baked beans. Why don't you have chicken too?
#Person1#: I don't eat meat. It makes me ill. I think I'll have a cheese sandwich instead.
#Person2#: And what about drinks? I think I'll have some mint tea. Would you like some?
#Person1#: No, that's really expensive! It's three dollars sixty cents! I'll have a coffee. It's much cheaper.
#Person3#: Good evening.
#Person2#: Good evening. We'll have one chicken and chips with baked beans and one cheese sandwich please.
#Person3#: No problem! What would you like to drink?
#Person1#: A mint tea and a coffee please. Oh - and please bring me some cream for the coffee.
#Person3#: Okay. let me repeat your order. One chicken and chips with beans, one cheese sandwich, a mint tea and a coffee with cream.
#Person1#: Yes, thank you! | restaurant service |
train_4647 | #Person1#: Wow! That's a pretty dress, but it's too expensive.
#Person2#: Yeah, it is! Why is it so expensive?
#Person1#: It's because of good quality and the fine design.
#Person2#: I don't think it's worth that money.
#Person1#: Anyhow, this dress is really elegant. | dress discussion |
train_4648 | #Person1#: Hi I am Jane, pleased to meet you.
#Person2#: Hi Jay. I'm glad to be here for the interview.
#Person1#: Did you have problems finding these place?
#Person2#: Not at all. But the traffic was not easy and it took me hours to find a parking space.
#Person1#: Traffic is always being difficult these days.
#Person2#: It would have been so much easier if a train or a subway line went through here.
#Person1#: Yes, you're definitely right. Well, why don't we start by telling me about your previous work experience? | job interview |
train_4649 | #Person1#: Tim what are you thinking about?
#Person2#: Oh! Hi Diana, well actually I was thinking about taking an evening class.
#Person1#: Do you want to learn a new skill?
#Person2#: No. I want to learn a new language.
#Person1#: So what language do you want to learn? French?
#Person2#: No, I want to learn Italian.
#Person1#: Do you want to work in Italy one day?
#Person2#: No, I'm just interested in the language. Do you have any interest in learning a new language? If you do we could go to evening school together.
#Person1#: I really want to learn French or German, but I'm too busy with my work now. Why don't you ask Susan, she told me last week that she wanted to learn Chinese.
#Person2#: Good idea, I'll give her a call tonight. | language learning |
train_4650 | #Person1#: There are certainly plenty to choose from.
#Person2#: I'm finding it hard to know where to start. Would you like to look at the answering machines? Let's start here. I like this one.
#Person1#: We can afford to pay $129 for an answering machine.
#Person2#: But it must be of high quality.
#Person1#: There's this one for $89. Or the smaller one for $59.
#Person2#: I like the square shape of the smaller one. It'll fit neatly on my desk.
#Person1#: And it's the cheapest. We'll buy that one.
#Person2#: OK. What's next?
#Person1#: Let me look at the list. We have to choose a television. This one is 34 centimeters.
#Person2#: I really think 34 centimeters is too small for our room.
#Person1#: Then let's take one bigger than 34 centimeters.
#Person2#: Alright. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, let's go and have a cup of coffee.
#Person2#: OK. | shopping |
train_4651 | #Person1#: This newspaper talks about the problem of an aging population. What's the average lifetime in your country?
#Person2#: About seventy-five years. How about in your country?
#Person1#: About seventy.
#Person2#: I heard that the government might need to increase the retirement age to sixty-seven, because otherwise there will not be enough workers to support the young and the elderly.
#Person1#: But in that case, people who actually, you know, move box or stand at checking point counter for a living, will have a difficult time getting a job.
#Person2#: But the cost for covering the health care of the elderly are expensive, so this policy is necessary. And we're living longer.
#Person1#: An increase in the retirement age will certainly have a bad effect on the lowest income part of the population.
#Person2#: Perhaps we need to have more babies. | aging problem |
train_4652 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the Spring Gardens. Is it far from here?
#Person2#: Spring Gardens? No, it's not this way. It's in the city centre.
#Person1#: Is it? Oh, no. Someone told me it was this way.
#Person2#: No, no, it's not this way. You want to go down there.
#Person1#: Yes, OK...down there.
#Person2#: Yeah, then, turn left, OK?
#Person1#: Left.
#Person2#: Yep, then right, first street on your right.
#Person1#: Right.
#Person2#: Then straight on, keep walking.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm lost. It sounds really difficult. Um, could I get a taxi anywhere near here?
#Person2#: It's not so far. You just walk to the corner of the street or over the next block. There are buses that can take you there.
#Person1#: Well, it's starting to rain. I think I'll get a taxi. Thanks, anyway.
#Person2#: That's OK. Lots of taxis go this way.
#Person1#: I'm getting wet. What a day! | ask for directions |
train_4653 | #Person1#: May I come in, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'd like an application form for a scholarship.
#Person2#: We have not yet received them from the dean's office. You may come back in 2 weeks.
#Person1#: But my parents and I are leaving for London in a week. We won't come for a month.
#Person2#: In that case, you might try to get it from the dean's Office tomorrow. You can call him at 8755456689 after 8:30.
#Person1#: Thank you, Sir. | application form |
train_4654 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to settle my bill.
#Person1#: Certainly sir. May I have your room key, please?
#Person2#: Sure. Here you are.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. I'll draw up your bill for you... Thank you for waiting, sir. Your bill totals two thousand six hundred and fifty-eight yuan, including the phone and laundry.
#Person2#: That much! Would you mind letting me have a look at it?
#Person1#: Not at all, sir. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thanks. Well, It seems to be right. How much is that in dollars, please?
#Person1#: Just a moment, sir. I'll calculate that for you. It comes to 305 dollars and 52 cents at today's exchange rate.
#Person2#: I see. OK.
#Person1#: How would you like to make the payment?
#Person2#: In cash, please. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir... Here is your change. Could you check it, please? Thank you for choosing our hotel. I hope you enjoyed your stay.
#Person2#: By the way, please forward my mail to this address.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. We hope you have a good trip. | settle the bill |
train_4655 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I need some remedies for an upset stomach.
#Person1#: Are you also suffering from pain and fever?
#Person2#: Yes, and I also have the runs
#Person1#: I'll give you some tablets that should make you feel better. One moment, please. Here you are. Take these tablets three times a day swallow them with water.
#Person2#: When should I take them?
#Person1#: Take on after each meal.
#Person2#: How long should I continue taking them?
#Person1#: Take them for two days. If your symptoms persist for more than two days, you should see a doctor Also, be sure to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice. | see the doctor |
train_4656 | #Person1#: Bill, do you know when did the Chinese begin to celebrate Teachers'Day?
#Person2#: I know the Chinese teachers had their first festival in 1985.
#Person1#: So, it is the 27th Teachers'Day.
#Person2#: What will you do on Teachers'Day?
#Person1#: I am going to send Mr. Li some flowers. What about you?
#Person2#: I intend to invite him to dinner. | Teachers' Day |
train_4657 | #Person1#: So can you fix it?
#Person2#: I'm sorry sir. This computer is not broken or damaged. It's simply just too old! That's why your programs and applications are running slow. There really isn't much I can do.
#Person1#: What do you mean? I bought this computer just three years ago!
#Person2#: Yes, but technology is ever changing and technology is becoming obsolete faster and faster!
#Person1#: OK, I know where this is going. How much will it cost me to get a new computer?
#Person2#: Well, this desktop over here is our latest model. It has a four gigahertz processor with sixteen gigabytes in RAM and a hard disk with one terabyte. Of course, it includes a mouse, keyboard and desk speakers.
#Person1#: I have no idea what you are talking about. I just want to know if it's good and if I will be able to play solitaire without the computer crashing or freezing all the time!
#Person2#: This PC is top of the line and I guarantee it will never freeze! If it does, we'll give you your money back! | replace the computer |
train_4658 | #Person1#: The City Bank. May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to close my account.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Adam Smith.
#Person1#: Alright, what's your address?
#Person2#: 56 Edison Ave, Apartment 39, Los Angeles.
#Person1#: When would you like your account closed?
#Person2#: Next Friday.
#Person1#: Okay. Where would you like to have your last bill sent to you?
#Person2#: 14 May flower Ave, Los Angeles.
#Person1#: Alright, We'll take care of that. | close the account |
train_4659 | #Person1#: oh, Sam! Is this your dog?
#Person2#: it's Cindy, you know that. Hey, Cindy, say hello to Maria.
#Person1#: Cindy, you're so cute.
#Person2#: she is also very naughty. By the way, do you have a dog, Maria?
#Person1#: I have a little white cat.
#Person2#: Oh, a cat? Come on.
#Person1#: yes, cats are always gentle. and they don't need a lot of space since they're small.
#Person2#: but I think they're dull, aren't they?
#Person1#: not at all. They're quiet most of the time. But they can be every bit as affectionate as dogs.
#Person2#: well, cats are certainly more independent.
#Person1#: absolutely. Believe it or not, I found my cat by a garbage can around my neighborhood two years ago.
#Person2#: oh, really? so you just took home a stray cat?
#Person1#: yes. It was starving and looking for something to eat when I saw it.
#Person2#: Poor cat.
#Person1#: now we get along very well. It makes me feel that I'm someone special. | pets |
train_4660 | #Person1#: Welcome to our university's fifties anniversary, Sir. Please have a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you. Wow, your school has so many honors. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Excuse me. I wonder see Dean Mr. Lee first. I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is?
#Person1#: Certainly. Mr. Lee's office building at the south end of the campus, just beside the library.
#Person2#: Excuse me?
#Person1#: Let me show you the way. Please follow me.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. It's very kind of you.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
#Person2#: This is it?
#Person1#: It's up on the second floor. You have to use the stairs. The elevator isn't working. | show the way |
train_4661 | #Person1#: You talked like the Terminator for two months? Wow, I think you liked that movie even more than I liked'Titanic. 'Why did you like'Terminator'so much?
#Person2#: Well, 'Terminator'is a really great action movie, and I like action movies because they're exciting.
#Person1#: Isn't'Terminator'really violent? I usually don't like gory movies because they gross me out.
#Person2#: It is pretty violent, but since it's just robots fighting one another, it isn't very bloody and so it won't gross you out.
#Person1#: Hmm. . . I don't know. Even though it may not be gory, I think it would still totally freak me out. | an action movie |
train_4662 | #Person1#: What's the matter with you? You don't look well.
#Person2#: Nothing. Maybe it is just the weather. Rainy days often make me feel a little sad.
#Person1#: Really? I like rainy days. The moisture in the air is good for my skin.
#Person2#: Sure. But it is too cold today. I have to put on warm clothes and look stupid.
#Person1#: Me, too. At this time of the year, I often miss my home in the warm south. | rainy days |
train_4663 | #Person1#: Susan, I am inviting you and Frank to our house warming party this weekend.
#Person2#: A house warming party?
#Person1#: Yes, Deborah and I are going to buy a new home in Woodlawn.
#Person2#: Congratulations! That's wonderful. I bet both of you are quite happy.
#Person1#: Well, we have always dreamed of owning our own home, but real estate 1 in this area is extremely expensive.
#Person2#: I understand. That's why Christopher and I want to find a place in a small town, far from the city.
#Person1#: That's a good idea if you can find employment nearby.
#Person2#: I agree. That's why Christopher is already looking for a job in Maine, or Wisconsin. | invitation to party |
train_4664 | #Person1#: I'll need a parking permit for next semester.
#Person2#: Do you attend school during the day or only at night?
#Person1#: I only attend class part-time in the evenings.
#Person2#: Do you drive a motorcycle or an automobile?
#Person1#: I have both, but I usually use my car to get to school.
#Person2#: Great, the price for that permit is thirty dollars ; cash, check, or credit card?
#Person1#: I'll pay cash.
#Person2#: Do you need to buy a duplicate permit for a second vehicle?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: OK, here is your permit ; enjoy the next semester. | a parking permit |
train_4665 | #Person1#: Your 3. 5 percent share is going to be worth at least a million.
#Person2#: I need to be motivated, Vince. Multi - motivated. As in multi-million.
#Person1#: What if I said no?
#Person2#: Ever hear of WebTracker?
#Person1#: You wouldn't! If you leave, you'll make nothing.
#Person2#: I might make nothing even if I stay. For that kind of risk, I want to get rich.
#Person1#: OK. If you sign the Stars. com account before WebTracker does, we'll talk next week. | a negotiation |
train_4666 | #Person1#: I am not convinced by your explanation. Could you explain it?
#Person2#: Sorry, I really can't do that. There's little time left for us.
#Person1#: I can't accept your excuse. It's five o'clock.
#Person2#: Yeah. But I have an appointment with Ann.
#Person1#: Ok, sounds good. But I think it's your trick. | explanation |
train_4667 | #Person1#: What bus can I catch to get to the Gold Line?
#Person2#: Tell me where you live.
#Person1#: I live in Altadena.
#Person2#: You can catch the 264.
#Person1#: It goes to the Gold Line?
#Person2#: Yes, it does.
#Person1#: What street do I go to to catch it?
#Person2#: You can catch it on Altadena Drive.
#Person1#: I had no idea that bus went to the station.
#Person2#: Yes, it does.
#Person1#: I'm glad you told me.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | catch the bus |
train_4668 | #Person1#: Can you skillfully operate the computer?
#Person2#: Yes, I can. I have three years experience in operating computers.
#Person1#: What kind of software can you use?
#Person2#: I can skillfully use Dos, Windows.
#Person1#: Do you have any certificates on computer?
#Person2#: Yes, I have ACRE certificate, rank 2.
#Person1#: Any other certificates?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a Cambridge Business English Certificate and Lawyer's Qualification Certificate.
#Person1#: Do you have any other special skills?
#Person2#: I like photography very much. I used to be awarded second prize in a photography contest at our university. | operating computers |
train_4669 | #Person1#: Hello, there. Welcome, and what can we assist you with?
#Person2#: Good morning. I have a Bill of Exchange against Bank Acceptance here. I'd like to discount it. Is that possible here?
#Person1#: Yes, we can do that. We require the original Trading Contract and also the VAT Invoice and the Commodity Delivery Documents. They all need to be in duplicate.
#Person2#: Yes, I've got all that here.
#Person1#: Do you have a copy of the ID card of the person who took care of the legal aspects of this? The Legal Rep, I mean? We also need the Loan Certificate as well. Do you have that?
#Person2#: A copy or the original? I guess you need the original, right? OK, I'll return shortly. | bill of exchange |
train_4670 | #Person1#: I am rejoiced to tell you that you are employed.
#Person2#: Thank you for hiring me. I'm very proud to be employed by your firm.
#Person1#: You are expected to report for on-job training on the 15th of May. Will you be there?
#Person2#: Yes, I will. I hope I'll enjoy working with you. | being employed |
train_4671 | #Person1#: Are there any interesting articles in today's newspapers?
#Person2#: The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states. Few other stories made the front pages.
#Person1#: Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections?
#Person2#: There's an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs. We have a subsidiary company located there.
#Person1#: Are the reports favorable?
#Person2#: Generally, the reporters take positive lines. They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of, but there's nothing worrying in the reports. In the classifieds, one of our competitors is advertising for people who speak Japanese.
#Person1#: That's interesting. They must be thinking of moving into that market. Are there any interesting editorials?
#Person2#: Not really. They all seem to focus on the election. There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week.
#Person1#: I'm not surprised. That article certainly added fuel to the debate. Ok. Thanks. Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me? I'd like to read them.
#Person2#: Sure. There you are. | interesting articles |
train_4672 | #Person1#: Hi Anna, come in.
#Person2#: Wow, your apartment is a mess.
#Person1#: I know, I didn't have time to put things away before you got here.
#Person2#: Look! Are those all your clothes on the couch?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Are they clean?
#Person1#: Actually most of them are dirty. I haven't done laundry in a while. I usually wait until I can do it at my parent's house.
#Person2#: My sister and I usually go to the laundromat down the street. Why don't you go there?
#Person1#: I know I should, but that place isn't very convenient. You have to wait for a long time.
#Person2#: Yes I know. I have to do it every week. Anyway, are you ready to go?
#Person1#: No I'm not ready yet. I still have to brush my teeth and wash my face. Can you wait for a few minutes?
#Person2#: OK, but please hurry. I think the restaurant is closing soon. | a messy apartment |
train_4673 | #Person1#: What does your company do exactly?
#Person2#: We design and assemble a wide range of electric generators for hospitals, hotels anc small factories. We specialise in medium-sized generators but we're hoping to diversify into larger models next year.
#Person1#: And who do you sell to?
#Person2#: We export to Eastern Europe and the Far East. The domestic market accounts for about 40 percent of our total sales. | selling electric generators |
train_4674 | #Person1#: Do you mind if I ask you a question? If it's too personal you can forget it.
#Person2#: I don't mind at all. You can ask me anything. We're friends.
#Person1#: Have you got a scholarship, or are you on your own?
#Person2#: I have a scholarship from my government for four years. How about you?
#Person1#: I have a tuition scholarship from the university. Otherwise I'm on my own.
#Person2#: Do you mean that you're self-supporting? I didn't even know you had a job!
#Person1#: Oh no. My family supports me. And believe me, changing foreign money into dollars is heart-breaking. You seem to get so little in return.
#Person2#: Yeah, I really know the feeling. I can't wait to graduate so I can get a good job and earn my own money. | a scholarship |
train_4675 | #Person1#: They must have got in through the kitchen window.
#Person2#: If only we'd remember to close it.
#Person1#: I am afraid your diamond bracelet has gone, darling!
#Person2#: I wish I'd put it in the bank.
#Person1#: look! they've taken your fur coat too.
#Person2#: I know, I am sorry I ever bought it.
#Person1#: I noticed they've taken our radio and left the television. | being stolen |
train_4676 | #Person1#: Do you shop online often?
#Person2#: Every so often. It is very convenient and the price is lower than in stores.
#Person1#: Are there many things online?
#Person2#: Books, cosmetics, daily necessities, even large electrical appliance can be ordered from online-stores.
#Person1#: Incredible. I really want to survey the on-line virtual supermarket.
#Person2#: Even you can bargain with the owner of one on-line store, although he or she provides'But It Now'prices.
#Person1#: What are the disadvantages of on-line shopping?
#Person2#: Some provide wrong pictures for the goods, so many buyers are deceived. | shopping online |
train_4677 | #Person1#: Do you have a room available for this weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, we have several rooms available. Would you like two twin beds or one queen size bed?
#Person1#: I'd like two twin beds, please.
#Person2#: The check in time is 2 p. m. If you get here before that time the room won't be ready.
#Person1#: That's fine. Do you have any specials for your guests?
#Person2#: We offer a complementary breakfast buffet and free parking.
#Person1#: Good. Let me give you my credit card number to reserve a room.
#Person2#: Thank you. Your confirmation number is 611273. | ordering rooms |
train_4678 | #Person1#: What should you do if you find out a man may has an illegal departure in exit control point?
#Person2#: We can inform the department in charge and ask for revocation of passport.
#Person1#: What else do you need to keep him in temporary custody?
#Person2#: We need a detention warrant. | an illegal departure |
train_4679 | #Person1#: Guess what I'll be doing this summer?
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I'm going to work at the Riverside Hotel.
#Person2#: What exactly will you be doing?
#Person1#: Let's see. I'll be doing some small repairs inside and outside the hotel. I'll be cutting grass and taking care of the flowers.
#Person2#: Sounds interesting. What's the pay?
#Person1#: Well, uh...about fifteen dollars an hour, five hours a day, and Sunday free.
#Person2#: That's good money. What are you going to do with it?
#Person1#: I'll pay for the textbooks for next term. | summer work |
train_4680 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Could you tell me how far it is to the National Arts Centre?
#Person2#: Yes. It's quite near, about a ten-minute walk from here.
#Person1#: Could you tell me how to get there? I'm a tourist here.
#Person2#: Well, you walk down this street for two blocks to the traffic lights. Turn left and you will be on King Street. Walk straight along King Street, until you come to a cinema, the National Arts Centre is right opposite. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. I walk down this street two blocks to the traffic lights. Turn left and I will be on King Street. I walk straight along King Street, until I come to a cinema; the National Arts Centre is opposite.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: My pleasure. | show the way |
train_4681 | #Person1#: Hot today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. I wish that it would rain and cool off.
#Person1#: Me, too. This is unusual for May. I don't remember it ever being so hot and dry in May before.
#Person2#: You are from Florida then?
#Person1#: Not really. I was born in Chicago, but I've lived here for ten years now.
#Person2#: My mother and I have just moved here from Indiana.
#Person1#: Pretty cold in Indiana, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. That's why we moved. But we didn't know that it would be so hot here. We should have gone to California. Do you think that we've missed the bus, by the way?
#Person1#: No. It's alawys a little late. | weather |
train_4682 | #Person1#: You should have a look at the new MP4 player over there. It's a new design and it comes in four colors: light green, dark blue, black and brown.
#Person2#: Blue is popular with boys, but I would prefer a green one. | a MP4 player |
train_4683 | #Person1#: Hi, Jane, I wonder if you're free tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Well, George, I guess I am. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I have just got a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening show. Are you interested?
#Person2#: Of course, I am! Thanks for inviting me!
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: So, what time are we going?
#Person1#: Well, let's see. The movie starts at 10 p.m. We should get there at least half an hour earlier because there'll be a long line. I think I could pick you up at your house at 9, if that's OK with you.
#Person2#: 9 o'clock? That's fine with me.
#Person1#: Okay, good.
#Person2#: So, see you tomorrow at 9 then?
#Person1#: Yeah. That's great. I'll see you tomorrow night, Jane.
#Person2#: Okay, George. Bye!
#Person1#: Bye, Jane. | an opening show |
train_4684 | #Person1#: I have a three-week vacation coming up in a few months and I want to take a trip. But I don't really know where I want to go.
#Person2#: Do you want to stay in this country, or would you prefer to go abroad?
#Person1#: I think I'd like to visit a foreign country. I'm not interested in Africa, but any place else would be fine.
#Person2#: Well, that leaves the Orient, the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Oh, and I almost forgot Australia. Are you interested in seeing anything in particular? Historical monuments? Museums? Or people?
#Person1#: Monuments might be interesting, but museums are too stuffy. I think I'd like to see a little night life, too. If I'm going to spend lots of money on a trip, I don't want to be bored.
#Person2#: It sounds as if you would do well to go to Europe - possibly to France, Spain or Italy. There are excellent hotels, so many interesting sights to see, plenty of night clubs.
#Person1#: Say, how about 'Gay Paree' in Paris? I could spend my whole vacation there and really have a good time, couldn't I? They say the night spots are really terrific!
#Person2#: Well, you'd certainly have plenty of time to find out. And during the day you could do a little sightseeing. | a vacation |
train_4685 | #Person1#: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.
#Person2#: Where are the jobs?
#Person1#: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.
#Person2#: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.
#Person1#: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.
#Person2#: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!
#Person1#: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.
#Person2#: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me. Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.
#Person1#: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.
#Person2#: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?
#Person1#: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.
#Person2#: And what about accommodation?
#Person1#: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.
#Person2#: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?
#Person1#: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.
#Person2#: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?
#Person1#: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!
#Person2#: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.
#Person1#: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.
#Person2#: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.
#Person1#: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.
#Person2#: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.
#Person1#: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job! | a job application |
train_4686 | #Person1#: I just saw Professor Black. He finished the budget for our concert tour. It's going to cost $1,500 per person.
#Person2#: Where are we going to get that kind of money?
#Person1#: It sounds like a lot, but by the time you add up the air fare, meals and hotels, it's pretty reasonable.
#Person2#: But I doubt we'll all be able to go. Remember there were 32 people in the band last year.
#Person1#: We can make it. For our last trip, we got some money from some companies.
#Person2#: Who was in charge of money raising?
#Person1#: Mary. She took care of it last time. | a budget |
train_4687 | #Person1#: have you bought a present for jim's birthday yet?
#Person2#: no, I haven't. I can't think of anything to get him.
#Person1#: I'm having the same problem. I want to get something really special. Jim always seem to know exactly what to get people as gifts.
#Person2#: I know. He bought me that beautiful sweater for my birthday. It was exactly what I wanted. And it fit me perfectly!
#Person1#: he bought me an iron.
#Person2#: that doesn't sound like a great present.
#Person1#: maybe not, but my iron was getting old. In fact, it stopped working the week after jim bought me the new one. It's as if he knew that my old iron would soon stop working!
#Person2#: let's think. He loves football, doesn't he? I saw signed photographs of famous footballers in a shop near hear. Let's go and have a look. You know which team he supports, don't you?
#Person1#: yes, I do. Let's go. We should be able to find something suitable. We should get him something old... something historic.
#Person2#: it'll be an expensive present, but we can share the cost.
#Person1#: I'll be happy to get him something special, even if it coasts a little extra.
#Person2#: yes. He always get us special gift. We should repay his kindness. | choosing a present |
train_4688 | #Person1#: Hi, Lucy, you are very popular with people around you, what are your tricks?
#Person2#: Thank you for saying so. I don't know, probably because I like sharing my experience and knowledge with them. I think this kind of communication helps to improve our work efficiency and also helps to get along with colleagues.
#Person1#: Sharing knowledge can be very settled and some second stances. People may think you are telling them how to do their work. If they take it personally, they feel angry at you and even become reluctant to support you at work.
#Person2#: That is true. Some people will misunderstand your intention and lets you do it in the long threatening way. For example, it is not sensible at all to arguing with the others or correcting someone in front of other people. To show your friendliness and willingness to share is much more important than to show off.
#Person1#: You are quite right. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I learned a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | how to communicate |
train_4689 | #Person1#: I have some good news for you .
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: Jenny is getting married.
#Person2#: Great! Who's the bridegroom?
#Person1#: Tom, that lucky guy.
#Person2#: The guy always hands the girls in a line. When did he propose?
#Person1#: Last week , It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs. Whit's party last Monday as soon as he saw her.
#Person2#: My gosh! How romantic! When's the big day?
#Person1#: July4, the National Holiday.
#Person2#: Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony?
#Person1#: Jenny plans to hold it in church.
#Person2#: Who is the best man?
#Person1#: Guess!
#Person2#: Nobody is OK, but you!
#Person1#: You know, Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man.
#Person2#: Did you promise him?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. | good news |
train_4690 | #Person1#: What are you having for lunch?
#Person2#: I got a sandwich, some chips, and a soda.
#Person1#: Did you bring that from home?
#Person2#: I got it from the cafeteria.
#Person1#: What kind of sandwich did you get?
#Person2#: They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich.
#Person1#: How was it?
#Person2#: Considering it wasn't what I ordered, it was still pretty good.
#Person1#: I think I got a sandwich there once before.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes, and they didn't get my order right either. | a lunch |
train_4691 | #Person1#: What do you like to do with your free time?
#Person2#: Study English.
#Person1#: You mean you like to study English? Why?
#Person2#: It gives me great satisfaction.
#Person1#: Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction. It's hard work.
#Person2#: I don't mind the work. I think it's worthwhile. | free time |
train_4692 | #Person1#: Hello, could you tell me my test results?
#Person2#: Your results are posted on the website. Just put in your password and you can see the exact numbers.
#Person1#: Are you saying that all my results were normal?
#Person2#: We always contact you by phone to come in if there is a need for follow-up.
#Person1#: How will I know what the results mean on the website?
#Person2#: The purpose of each test is given on the site.
#Person1#: Will the numbers mean anything to me?
#Person2#: The website will give you your results and then tell you what the normal range is.
#Person1#: Can I see all of my test results at once?
#Person2#: Yes, you can see every test for the past five years. You can compare them. | test results |
train_4693 | #Person1#: So, we're back in class at last. I didn't see you around this summer, Mary. Did you leave Beijing?
#Person2#: Yeah, I told my parents I wanted to escape Beijing's heat. So they asked me to go to Wuhan to help my uncle with his business.
#Person1#: Wuhan? That's even worse.
#Person2#: Actually, I didn't go. I ended up in Xiamen. My uncle moved there at the last minute. And he asked me to stay with him there and help decorate his new apartment.
#Person1#: Did you find anything fun to do there?
#Person2#: Well, I did have some time to go to the beach, of course.
#Person1#: Wasn't it unbearably hot there?
#Person2#: No, it was surprisingly pleasant.
#Person1#: Did you like the food?
#Person2#: It wasn't terrible, but I must say that seafood isn't really my thing.
#Person1#: That's a shame. All that delicious fresh fish and nobody to appreciate it. | the summer |
train_4694 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I need to get to Cambridge today.
#Person2#: Would you like to go by train or by bus?
#Person1#: I am not sure. Which one is better?
#Person2#: The bus is cheaper, but also slower. It will take about 2 and half hours.
#Person1#: And how long does the train take?
#Person2#: If you take the fast train, it will take about 50 minutes.
#Person1#: Where do I catch the train?
#Person2#: The trains for Cambridge leave from Kings Cross Station. They run every half hour. Most trains to Cambridge go from platform 9.
#Person1#: How do I get to Kings Cross Station?
#Person2#: The best way is to take an underground train directly to Kings Cross Station. The underground station is just round the corner from here.
#Person1#: Can you show me on the map?
#Person2#: Just turn right when you leave, and then turn right again at the first crossroads. The entrance to the underground station is about 50 meters further on.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | show the way |
train_4695 | #Person1#: How are you, Missus Brandon?
#Person2#: Pretty good. How are you doing?
#Person1#: Not so good, I lost my job today.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to hear that.
#Person1#: How are your students doing?
#Person2#: They're very nervous about their final test.
#Person1#: I remember you gave our class a hard final test in my first year of college, many of us failed, but I really learned a lot from you. You see I can speak very good English.
#Person2#: Thank you for saying so. | a final test |
train_4696 | #Person1#: Did you see my purse honey? I've been looking for it in my office, but I cannot find it.
#Person2#: Your purse? No. Perhaps you've left it in the car. I saw you caring it when we left for the theater this afternoon.
#Person1#: You're right. It must be there. I'll go and get it.
#Person2#: But why are you looking for your purse? Are you going out?
#Person1#: Yes, my friend Linda just called. She wants to go shopping for sportswear and she wants someone to go with her and I need a pair of hiking boots. We'll go hiking this weekend. Do you need anything?
#Person2#: Yes. Could you get me a black pair of gloves please? | go shopping |
train_4697 | #Person1#: Ah, there you are, Jason.
#Person2#: Yes, Mrs. Morris.
#Person1#: I want you to take the mini bus down to the airport and pick up some of our new academic staff. Can you do that?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Remember, they'll be expecting someone to pick them up, so you just need to take a sign with you.
#Person2#: OK, um, you'd better tell me exactly who they are, and what they look like, just in case.
#Person1#: Well, first is Andy Jefferson, he's going to be our new IT lecture.
#Person2#: What does he look like?
#Person1#: He's a tall thin bearded guy, very energetic. If he misses you he'll probably be running around looking for you. And Nancy Mather is arriving shortly after. She's a slim lady with long, dark hair. You shouldn't miss her either. She's very short, tiny in fact.
#Person2#: What she going to teach?
#Person1#: She'll be the new mathematics lecture. Finally, this term, we're starting a new industrial arts program. And doctor Keating is going to be the professor. He's oh around average height, I guess, middle aged guy with brown hair.
#Person2#: Does he have a beard too?
#Person1#: Yes, oh, he'll be wearing glasses. | picking up |
train_4698 | #Person1#: Why are we down here again?
#Person2#: We're looking for a box marked Christmas decorations. What's the matter?
#Person1#: I don't like cold dark places. I feel like I'm in a scary movie, also I hate rats.
#Person2#: What's wrong with rats?
#Person1#: They are dirty creatures that spread disease.
#Person2#: I don't see them that way. There like us I think. They're very social and they get sad when their alone.
#Person1#: Ears strange. Hey, is that the box on the shelf?
#Person2#: No, those are the Halloween decorations.
#Person1#: Ah, I just walked right into a spider web.
#Person2#: Did you know that even though almost all spiders have poison, less than 1% are harmful to humans?
#Person1#: Whatever. There are the Thanksgiving decorations on that sofa.
#Person2#: There it is. Under that bench, can you hand me that pole by the latter? I can use it to drag the box out.
#Person1#: Here you are. I'm going to stand on this chair until you're ready to go back up to the living room.
#Person2#: Stop worrying. There are hardly any spiders down here. | looking for decorations |
train_4699 | #Person1#: Hello. I'd like some information about the trip to Kathmandu.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. How can I help you?
#Person1#: Well, how do we travel?
#Person2#: It's a special kind of bus with room for sleeping.
#Person1#: And how many people in a group?
#Person2#: Well, the bus sleeps 10. Usually, there are 8 travelers and 2 drivers, and a girl to look after you.
#Person1#: So, we sleep normally on the bus?
#Person2#: Yes. The bus is fully equipped for cooking, and it's got a shower system that we put up every morning if the weather permits.
#Person1#: Uh...We leave from London?
#Person2#: Yes, and returned to London.
#Person1#: Is there anything special we need to bring?
#Person2#: Oh, we give everyone a list of suitable clothes and all the things to bring. Of course, space is limited.
#Person1#: Oh yes, I understand that. Now, can you tell me about the time to book?
#Person2#: Well, it depends. Usually 6 or 8 months before your trip. Could you come to our office and we can go over the details if you're interested it?
#Person1#: OK. I'll come and see you next Wednesday.
#Person2#: Yes, thanks for ringing. | a bus trip |
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