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train_6200 | #Person1#: We still have one more day to go before we return home. What will we see tomorrow?
#Person2#: No idea. We've enjoyed both the natural scenery and the city sights. What else is there to see?
#Person1#: What about a factory tour?
#Person2#: You mean visit a factory?
#Person1#: Yes. I heard there's a lager motor company nearby which is open to the public every weekend. We can go to see how a car is manufactured and learn more about the automobile industry.
#Person2#: Good idea! I've always been interested in that. How much is the entrance fee?
#Person1#: I'm not sure, but as far as I know, most factory tours are free. They are sponsored by the company providing the tour.
#Person2#: Really? What do the companies do that for?
#Person1#: I believe most of them think it as good public relations. They can promote their product and make their company better-known.
#Person2#: Oh, ISEE. So factory tours are good for companies as well as visitors.
#Person1#: Exactly.
#Person2#: Do we need an appointment beforehand?
#Person1#: I'll call the tourist information centre to check. | factory tour |
train_6201 | #Person1#: Can you tell me a little about Paris?
#Person2#: Sure. What do you expect to know?
#Person1#: I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Tower, the Seine River. . .
#Person2#: And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum. You can stay there for at least a whole day.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. I almost forget it. What else?
#Person2#: The night life there. It's so romantic!
#Person1#: Oh, wonderful! How is the weather?
#Person2#: I went there in August, and it was hot. But I was told autumn is the best season.
#Person1#: Sounds exciting. I can't wait. | something about Paris |
train_6202 | #Person1#: Did you hear how cold it got last night?
#Person2#: I heard the radio announcer say it was 18 degrees below zero.
#Person1#: It was so cold this morning. I could hardly start my car.
#Person2#: My car didn't want to start either at first.
#Person1#: Don't you have a garage?
#Person2#: Not in the new apartment. We have to leave the car in the parking lot.
#Person1#: How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then? You must have to keep it well below zero.
#Person2#: I do. Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero.
#Person1#: Does it ever get that cold on here?
#Person2#: Not really. It sometimes gets to 20 below.
#Person1#: Speaking of cold, how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up. | cold weather |
train_6203 | #Person1#: May I ask you a few questions about insurance?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Now we've given a CIF Shanghai price for some steel plates. What insurance rate do you suggest we should get?
#Person2#: Well. Obviously, you won't want All Risks cover.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: Because they aren't delicate goods and won't likely be damaged on the voyage. FPA will be good enough.
#Person1#: Then am I right in understanding that FPA doesn't cover partial loss for the nature of particular average.
#Person2#: That's right. On the other hand, a WA policy covers you against partial loss in all cases.
#Person1#: Are there any other clauses in marine policies?
#Person2#: Oh, lots of them. For instance, War Risks, TEND and SICC.
#Person1#: Well, thank you very much for all that information. Could you give me a quotation for my consignment now?
#Person2#: Are you going to make an offer today?
#Person1#: Yes. My customer is in urgent need of the steel plates.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll get this rate right away.
#Person1#: Thank you. | ask for information |
train_6204 | #Person1#: This sucks. I hate buying lingerie. Okay, just find something and get out of here. Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, don't come over here, don't come over here.
#Person2#: You look a little lost, can I help you?
#Person1#: Um, I'm just having a look around. It's my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. I'm trying to find her something.
#Person2#: Well, you can't give her granny panties. Have you thought about getting her some sleepwear? We'Ve got these lovely, silky nighties. Or, how about a nice panty-and and-bra set. Look, here's a nice satin push-up bra, and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it.
#Person1#: Sure that's fine. This is so awkward. . . what ones do I pick? What size is she?
#Person2#: Well, do you want a thong, some bikini briefs, maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts?
#Person1#: Just pick something and get the hell out of here. Um, I'll go with these two. This is mortifying. I just want to get this over with. She better thank me for this. . .
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. I'm sure she'll enjoy them.
#Person1#: Finally!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. I'm going to have to take a look inside your bag. | buy birthday gifts |
train_6205 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Can you show me some nail-polish?
#Person2#: Yes. We have all kinds of colors for it.
#Person1#: That's good.
#Person2#: What's your favorite color?
#Person1#: In my opinion, orange is very nice.
#Person2#: Sometimes pink is not bad, too.
#Person1#: You're right. Well, just these two, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, thanks. | buy nail-polish |
train_6206 | #Person1#: Do you need help with something?
#Person2#: I need help finding a new refrigerator.
#Person1#: Do you see anything that you like?
#Person2#: That Kenmore looks nice.
#Person1#: That is a wonderful choice.
#Person2#: What makes is so great?
#Person1#: It's very inexpensive, and it has all the appliances.
#Person2#: What appliances are you talking about?
#Person1#: The fridge and freezer is very spacious, and it also has an ice maker and water dispenser.
#Person2#: May I take a look inside?
#Person1#: Take a look inside.
#Person2#: It's very nice. I'd like to purchase this refrigerator. | purchase of refrigerator |
train_6207 | #Person1#: Jack, do say good-bye for me to the host. I've got to run.
#Person2#: Why are you in such a hurry?
#Person1#: My old man does not allow me to go back later than 11 p. m. Bye!
#Person2#: Bye! | say goodbye |
train_6208 | #Person1#: we'Ve got a lot of work to do now, but take your time over this project. We don't want to make any mistakes.
#Person2#: ok. I should have it finished by Friday afternoon. Then I can check those account over the weekend. We need to have them finished by Monday, right?
#Person1#: that's right. We'll finish them just in time. The Macy project can wait for the time being. We need to spend several days on that project, but it isn't due to be finished until the end of the month, s
#Person2#: from next week on, we should be in less of a rush.
#Person1#: I'm going to give everyone on the team an extra day off. Everyone deserves it.
#Person2#: don't say that yet. A new project could suddenly appear.
#Person1#: that's true. Right. I'm going back to the meeting. It's been going on for hours and there's no indication that it'll end soon.
#Person2#: carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work.
#Person1#: good. I have to go right now. I really hope this meeting doesn't last too long.
#Person2#: they usually go on for ages.
#Person1#: I'll stop by if I have time later. Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines.
#Person2#: I will. Enjoy your meeting! | colleague talk |
train_6209 | #Person1#: We're asking for donations today.
#Person2#: What are you collecting donations for?
#Person1#: We're trying to raise money for the campaigns.
#Person2#: How much are you planning on raising?
#Person1#: As much as possible.
#Person2#: What kind of fundraisers are you doing?
#Person1#: We are going door to door.
#Person2#: You should try actual fundraisers, too.
#Person1#: What else can we do?
#Person2#: Try having a car wash or selling candy.
#Person1#: I didn't think of that.
#Person2#: I know. It'll also help you make more money. | ask for donations |
train_6210 | #Person1#: Do you eat a lot of fruit and vegetables in you country?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. The most popular vegetables are potatoes, carrots, peas, and cauliflower. The most popular fruit are apples, bananas, pears, peaches, grapes, and oranges. Do you like vegetables?
#Person1#: I like them very much. We also eat a lot of vegetables in my country, buy we eat different kinds.
#Person2#: Which kinds of vegetables do people in your country usually eat?
#Person1#: We eat a lot of sweet corn, broccoli and eggplant.
#Person2#: I love eggplant! Unfortunately, it's quite expensive in my country, so I don't eat it often.
#Person1#: Why is it relatively expensive?
#Person2#: Because we don't grow it much in my country. We import a lot from other countries.
#Person1#: I see. We grow a lot of fruit and vegetables in my country. We export a lot of melons, grapes, oranges and lemons. In your country, do you eat corn on the cob? It's very popular in my country.
#Person2#: We eat it in my country too, but I wouldn't say it's very popular. Most people buy frozen sweet corn from their local supermarket.
#Person1#: Do people usually buy frozen vegetables in your country, it's very rare in mine.
#Person2#: A lot of younger people like to buy large packets of mixed frozen vegetables. Peas and sweet corn have been sold frozen in my country for many years. I prefer to buy fresh vegetables. | fruit and vegetables |
train_6211 | #Person1#: Okay Rebecca, well I think you'Ve given me a clear impression of your positive qualities, but let's talk a little bit about your weaknesses.
#Person2#: Okay, well it's always more difficult to describe them isn't it?
#Person1#: Definitely, but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be?
#Person2#: Well as I mentioned before, I do tend to get frustrated if I don't see progress in my work or career. I suppose I'm quite a restless character. My father always taught me to be a high achiever so.
#Person1#: So would you say if things don't go your way at work it could easily get you down?
#Person2#: Well, in a way yes. But I must say that even if I'm not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities. I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon.
#Person1#: Well, you know journalism is a highly competitive world, so you do need to keep pushing yourself it's true. Okay, well let's move on to talk about the job position here, shall we?
#Person2#: Yes, please. | job interview |
train_6212 | #Person1#: Your assistant said that it was time to come in and sign my escrow papers.
#Person2#: Don't be intimidated. There is a lot to sign, but I will explain everything to you very clearly.
#Person1#: Do you need anything from me?
#Person2#: All the papers have been drawn up, but I will need to see your picture ID so we can notarize these papers.
#Person1#: There are a lot of papers!
#Person2#: We are going to go through these bit by bit. You will have plenty of time to read the fine print.
#Person1#: My dad is going to be here in a minute to help me go through this with you.
#Person2#: We want you to get any outside help that you need. Do not ever sign documents that you don't understand.
#Person1#: Can I start moving in after I finish signing these documents?
#Person2#: When these papers get processed, the house will be yours! | sign escrow papers |
train_6213 | #Person1#: Well it's my first night in Beijing. What should I eat?
#Person2#: Well you have to try Peking duck.
#Person1#: Mm, I don't really like duck to be honest with you. I fancy something light.
#Person2#: Ok, you could try the Peking wonton then.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea. Where should I go to eat that?
#Person2#: Actually, I know a great restaurant in Dongcheng.
#Person1#: Ok then, I'll follow you. | food suggestion |
train_6214 | #Person1#: Julia, what time is it?
#Person2#: Eight o'clock. It's time for you to get up and have breakfast.
#Person1#: Oh, my God! I'm going to be late! I have no time to have breakfast now. ( Hurry on his clothes. )
#Person2#: You won't go to work today, Steven, It's Sunday. Come and have breakfast now.
#Person1#: Oh, I have a poor memory now. I haven't had enough sleep lately. I had a bad dream just now.
#Person2#: You have been too tired recently, darling. That's why I didn't wake you up this morning. After breakfast, you can go to sleep again.
#Person1#: Yes. I really need to have a good rest. | daily casual talk |
train_6215 | #Person1#: Tina Li, Financial Planner, how may I be of service?
#Person2#: Hello, Tina. An acquaintance of mine has just told me that your bank has started a new Personal Wealth Management Service. Is that right?
#Person1#: It certainly is. You can do almost anything with it, anytime, anywhere.
#Person2#: How would I go about applying for this service?
#Person1#: All you need to do is sign up at any one of our branches and you can use the service right away.
#Person2#: That's so simple. I'll come by my local branch later this afternoon and get it set up. Thank you very much, Tina.
#Person1#: It's a pleasure. Thanks for calling Lincoln Bank. | phone call |
train_6216 | #Person1#: May I be of any assistance?
#Person2#: I want to have a look at the microwave ovens.
#Person1#: You can have a broad choice here. Are you interested in a particular brand?
#Person2#: Not really. What are these toys over there?
#Person1#: Ma'am, these are complimentary with each purchase. How about that one below the toys? This is the best seller. They are of the latest model that can be found in town.
#Person2#: I don't like its color. A bit too bright. Do you have a grey one?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. What a great taste you have! But we only have one left in stock.
#Person2#: Really? How so?
#Person1#: You know a good product will always sell! Would you mind waiting for a while, we'll get it right away.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: Here it is. It's very elegant, I think you will like it.
#Person2#: How about its quality?
#Person1#: Its durability will be a big surprise to you.
#Person2#: What about the price?
#Person1#: 500 yuan. And if you buy it today, there will be a 15 % discount for you. | buy microwave ovens |
train_6217 | #Person1#: I'd like to book a flight ticket for New York, please.
#Person2#: New York. When?
#Person1#: Next Friday, September 5th.
#Person2#: All right. Do you want a single ticket or a return one?
#Person1#: A return one, please.
#Person2#: Would you like to leave it open?
#Person1#: Yes, please. How much is it?
#Person2#: $4,956.
#Person1#: Here is the money.
#Person2#: Here is the ticket, thanks. | book flight tickets |
train_6218 | #Person1#: Have you seen my glasses?
#Person2#: No, where did you leave them?
#Person1#: Right here by the telephone.
#Person2#: Are you sure?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm sure! I saw them here five minutes ago.
#Person2#: Maybe you left them in the living room.
#Person1#: No, I put them here by the telephone.
#Person2#: Well, they are not there now.
#Person1#: Maybe someone took them. I know I left them here. | look for glasses |
train_6219 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Sara.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I have some difficulty in pronouncing some of the words in the text. Could you help me?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: How do you pronounce this word?
#Person2#: Travel.
#Person1#: Travel. What does 'travel' mean, please?
#Person2#: It means 'go from place to place'. For example, I want very much to travel round the world.
#Person1#: I see. How about this word?
#Person2#: 'Explain something' means 'make something clear'.
#Person1#: How do you spell 'clear'?
#Person2#: c-l-e-a-r, clear. If you want to make something clear to others, you explain it. Are you clear?
#Person1#: Yes. You have explained clearly.
#Person2#: That's good. | ask for help |
train_6220 | #Person1#: Sorry, I'm late, Tom.
#Person2#: It's all right, Rita. Where have you been?
#Person1#: At the police station. I've lost my handbag. Or perhaps someone's taken it. I don't know.
#Person2#: Oh, no. What happened? Sit down. Was there anything important in it?
#Person1#: Important! My checkbook, all the papers I need for work.
#Person2#: Oh, that's terrible. But how did you lose it?
#Person1#: Well, as you know, I was with a friend all morning and we had lunch together. After I had lunch, I went shopping. And when I wanted to buy something, I couldn't find my checkbook. Then I remembered that it was in my handbag. And my handbag was in my car.
#Person2#: So you went back to your car.
#Person1#: But I didn't find it there.
#Person2#: And you went to the police station?
#Person1#: Not immediately. Before I went to the police station I called my friend's office. No luck.
#Person2#: You should go to the restaurant where you had lunch and look for it.
#Person1#: Oh, I should have done that.
#Person2#: Now you'd better telephone the manager right away. | loss of handbag |
train_6221 | #Person1#: Hello, Louise. Have you seen my new supermarket yet?
#Person2#: Yes. I've heard of it actually. I suppose you must like it.
#Person1#: Yes, I mean it's marvelous.
#Person2#: Oh, Jeff. I really can't agree. I don't like it at all. My shop is much better.
#Person1#: You must be mad. I think it's really...you know...so easy to buy everything in one place.
#Person2#: Yes, it's easy. But don't you think the food isn't...I mean small shops usually have much fresher food.
#Person1#: Maybe, but you pay for it. Small shops are more expensive, aren't they?
#Person2#: Yes, I agree with you, but supermarket staff are badly paid and they are really...but you get better service in small shops. They are much more friendly.
#Person1#: No, everyone in my supermarket is very nice. | supermarkets and small shops |
train_6222 | #Person1#: Hi, Steve, how are things?
#Person2#: Hi, Maggie. Good, thanks. What's new with you?
#Person1#: Oh, I was just wondering if you want to go out tonight.
#Person2#: Well, I was thinking of going to the university library to do a bit of study. What've you got on mind?
#Person1#: I thought we just go for a walk? Maybe down the park near the beach.
#Person2#: Tonight? You must be joking! It's too cold.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. It's too cold. But I still want to go out somewhere. That New Town Cruel Sail is on in the town. How about that?
#Person2#: OK. What time does it start?
#Person1#: Oh, I think it's half past eight, something. I'll get a paper and have a look. Just turn on for a minute. Look, the film (have) got a fantastic review last week.
#Person2#: OK. OK. Where are we going to meet?
#Person1#: It'd be easier if we meet at the cinema.
#Person2#: OK. Where is it?
#Person1#: Oh, you know, the Oyiyang.
#Person2#: Where is that?
#Person1#: Near the town hall at the opposite of the Bank.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I know where it is. OK. Look, I'll meet you there at fifteen past eight. | go out |
train_6223 | #Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a new winter coat.
#Person1#: Have you any particular color in mind?
#Person2#: I don't know really. What's the fashional color this year?
#Person1#: Red is very popular.
#Person2#: Good. Red suits me very well. It's a cheerful color, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, madam, I agree. What size are you ?
#Person2#: Well, I used to be size fourteen, but I've put on a bit of weight recently, so may be sixteen.
#Person1#: Here you are, madam. All these are sixteens.
#Person2#: I quite like this one. How much is it?
#Person1#: It's $180.
#Person2#: Oh, that's too expensive. Aren't there any cheaper ones?
#Person1#: These are our cheapest coats, madam.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. I'll take it. Here's $200.
#Person1#: Here's your change.
#Person2#: Thank you. | purchase of winter coat |
train_6224 | #Person1#: So do you think I can take it?
#Person2#: I'd stay over there, if I were in your shoes.
#Person1#: I know, but things are getting a bit out of hand and I just can't do nothing.
#Person2#: See your problem? You get so restless when it's time to calm down.
#Person1#: You're right. | daily casual talk |
train_6225 | #Person1#: Let's play a game!
#Person2#: OK! How about Scrabble?
#Person1#: No,no, a friend of mine taught me this really fun game. I'm going to describe someone's face, and you guess who it is!
#Person2#: OK!
#Person1#: Let's see. He has a roman nose, bushy eyebrows and dimples!
#Person2#: Our cousin Pete! My turn! She has a pointy nose, sunken eyes and a mole on her chin!
#Person1#: Aunt Rose! That mole is so huge! OK, my turn. He has a crooked nose and full lips. He has quite a few freckles and an oval face. Oh, he is also bald!
#Person2#: Your future husband!
#Person1#: Not funny. | play a game |
train_6226 | #Person1#: Honey, what do you think love is?
#Person2#: Love has many meanings; it means different things to different people.
#Person1#: What's the best way to express love? I mean, really deep love? #Person2#: Um, you can call it true love, or say you are crazy about the one you love.
#Person1#: No, I mean real love. Love more beautiful than a spring morning. Love better than a cool drink on a hot day. Real love.
#Person2#: Then you say you are head over heels in love.
#Person1#: Honey, I. . .
#Person2#: Yes? Yes?
#Person1#: I'm head over heels in love with my car.
#Person2#: Ah! | love |
train_6227 | #Person1#: What can I get for you today?
#Person2#: Can I please have fried eggs and toast?
#Person1#: Of course, would you like jam or butter with your toast?
#Person2#: That depends on what kind of jam you have.
#Person1#: Grape, strawberry, blueberry.
#Person2#: I'll have strawberry.
#Person1#: Any coffee for you today?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm getting on a plane in a few hours, and I need to be able to sleep during my flight.
#Person1#: Oh right, no problem. So fried eggs, toast, and water. Will bring them to your table in a few minutes. | order food |
train_6228 | #Person1#: I have with me this evening, Louise Graham, a group leader at Ravens Field Outdoor Adventure Center for children. Louise, how long have you been there?
#Person2#: Well, before I first went there 2 years ago, I thought I'd probably only stay for a year. But after 6 months or so. I really started to enjoy the job, so I'd been there ever since. To be honest, I was lacking in self confidence and when I first arrived I was a bit worried about making mistakes. I was frightened I might put the children in danger because of my inexperience.
#Person1#: What's the best thing about your work?
#Person2#: One thing I like is seeing them have so much fun. Even if sometimes their behavior isn't perfect, and I can suggest activities that haven't been tried before, but there are always some children who haven't quite got as much ability as others, and for me, the most rewarding part of the job is getting them to succeed and things they haven't managed to do before. It's hard work though, sometimes you're on duty at night.
#Person1#: Um, what do you think about that?
#Person2#: Well, I can't say I look forward to starting work at 10:00 PM. But the kids have to be looked after 24 hours, so someone has to do it, and all the staff take turns. | interview |
train_6229 | #Person1#: Shall I pick you up then?
#Person2#: I don't know. The traffic will be really bad at that time. You know what it's like after a concert. I was thinking of catching the train.
#Person1#: Hmm...It will be late. Won't that be a bit dangerous? I'm not busy you know.
#Person2#: That's really kind of you. I've also thought of getting a taxi, but then there's still the traffic to worry about. I think my original idea is the best. | daily casual talk |
train_6230 | #Person1#: Hi Lucy, what's your favorite TV program?
#Person2#: I like sports programs best, especially tennis. I really prefer playing to watching.
#Person1#: What about your best friend Rosie? What does she like to watch?
#Person2#: Her favorite shows are game shows where teams answer questions and win prizes. What programs do you like best Tim?
#Person1#: Oh, I really enjoy exciting films. My best friend Carl prefers watching the international news. | favorite TV program |
train_6231 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Good morning, sir. Welcome to London Heathrow Airport. Where are you going?
#Person1#: I'm going to Taipei by way of Hong Kong.
#Person2#: Your passport and ticket, please. Will you be checking in any banks, Mr. Lewis?
#Person1#: Just one and I have this carry-on bag.
#Person2#: What kind of seat would you like, Mr. Lewis?
#Person1#: Window, please.
#Person2#: Your flight 923 will board at gate 35. It is 9 o'clock now and boarding will begin in 2 hours 30 minutes before the flight takes off. And here's your boarding pass. Have a good trip, Mr. Lewis.
#Person1#: Thank you. Bye. | check in |
train_6232 | #Person1#: Can you give me some information about getting to the Town Center?
#Person2#: Well, you can drive, but the parking is difficult. It will be quite expensive if you stay there all day.
#Person1#: Yes, we're thinking of going to look around some of the shops, and look at the wall around the city. So we'll probably be there most of the day.
#Person2#: In that case, you'd better take a taxi or the bus.
#Person1#: How much does taking a taxi cost?
#Person2#: It will be about 12 pounds. Actually I'd say it's around 16 pounds, because fares have increased recently. We can book it for you in our travel agency and it will pick you up outside. It only takes about 10 minutes.
#Person1#: Right, I see. What about taking the bus? How much is that?
#Person2#: It's only 2 pounds per person, it's not far from here. You go out of here, turn right on Oak Tree Avenue, and it's about a 5 minute walk down the road. The bus ride is about 15 minutes.
#Person1#: Oh, OK, maybe we could do that. | ask for information |
train_6233 | #Person1#: We can go to see the movie, saving the planet at the rock. What time does it start?
#Person2#: 8:00 o'clock.
#Person1#: So we can be back about 10:30, right?
#Person2#: No, it doesn't end until 11.
#Person1#: I can't sit in the cinema so long.
#Person2#: Well then, what do you want to see?
#Person1#: Shakespeare in love is at the regal and twister at the royal. Shakespeare in love starts at 7:45 and it ends at 9:00.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go to see Shakespeare in love. I can see saving the planet with my friend Barbara later.
#Person1#: What are we going to do after the movie?
#Person2#: We can go hiking and have a picnic. | see a movie |
train_6234 | #Person1#: Can I have a cup of coffee please?
#Person2#: Sure. What size would you like? Here are cup sizes.
#Person1#: Uhm, I want to take a large one with sugar, please.
#Person2#: Alright. Anything else? How about soft drinks?
#Person1#: No. Erm, those cream cakes look really good. I'll take one.
#Person2#: OK. That's $2.18 for the coffee and $1.50 for the cake.
#Person1#: Here's $5. Keep the change.
#Person2#: Thanks. | buy coffee and cake |
train_6235 | #Person1#: Hello, Tom Wilson's. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. It's Emma Lloyd here. I'm calling about my motorbike. Is it ready to be collected yet?
#Person1#: Can you remind me what's the brand of the bike?
#Person2#: It's a City Zip. It's blue.
#Person1#: Oh yes, we had to order in some parts. But they still haven't arrived yet I'm afraid.
#Person2#: Do you know when the bike will be ready to pick up?
#Person1#: Sorry, I don't know. But our cooler suppliers and find out if they've sent out the spare parts yet. Once the parts are here, we can fix the bike in 2 or 3 days.
#Person2#: OK, I'll give you a call at the end of the week then.
#Person1#: Sure. | inquire about the motorbike |
train_6236 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Which would you like? A Chinese or a western meal?
#Person2#: Chinese food, please.
#Person1#: Please put down the table in front of you. Here, like this.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you. That's very kind of you.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. What would you like to drink? Tea, coffee, orange juice?
#Person2#: Do you have any soybean milk?
#Person1#: Yes, here you are. We also have some very nice orange juice. Would you like to try some?
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. Just a small cup, please. By the way, how long does the flight take? And can I have a seat beside a window? I'd like to enjoy the scenery outside.
#Person1#: About 6 hours, and it lands at 8:00 PM. I'll ask someone to see if you can change seats. | on the plane |
train_6237 | #Person1#: John, I'd like to see you in my office for a minute.
#Person2#: Yes, sir, I'll be there in just a moment.
#Person1#: John, I have been watching you. I've been paying attention to you over the last quarter and I'm impressed. You've done a tremendous job in tackling some difficult accounts. I just want to let you to know, after this month's performance reviews, I'm recommending you for promotion.
#Person2#: Gosh sir, thank you, sir! I had no idea there were any positions opening up in our department.
#Person1#: Well, it's not going to be in our department. I've recommended you for an interdepartmental transfer. There's supervisory spot opening up in financial. I'm turning your name in for it.
#Person2#: Management? Wow, I had no idea I could move so quickly from entry level to managerial staff.
#Person1#: You've earned it. | promotion |
train_6238 | #Person1#: What do you do?
#Person2#: I'm an apprentice with a local engineering firm. My training lasts for two years. Two days a week I study Engineering at a local college. If I pass all my exams, I hope the company will take me on as an engineer. | apprentice |
train_6239 | #Person1#: Only one. But I wanted to make sure I'd get it.
#Person2#: Yeah, I really wanted that Chanel bag, too. But just in case you should bid low.
#Person1#: But there are only two more days until the bidding closes!
#Person2#: I bid on a Chanel watch at the last minute, and got it sixty percent off!
#Person1#: Oh... I'm such a newbie. But at least I'm sure I'll get that tennis racket.
#Person2#: Don't count on it, Babe. eBay is always full of surprises.
#Person1#: Well... guess how low the bidding starts on the tennis racket? | bidding |
train_6240 | #Person1#: Were you able to attend Friday night's basketball game?
#Person2#: I was unable to make it.
#Person1#: You should have been there. It was intense.
#Person2#: Is that right. Who ended up winning?
#Person1#: Our team was victorious.
#Person2#: I wish I was free that night. I'm kind of mad that I didn't go.
#Person1#: It was a great game.
#Person2#: What was the score at the end of the game?
#Person1#: Our team won 101-98.
#Person2#: Sounds like it was a close game.
#Person1#: That's the reason it was such a great game.
#Person2#: The next game, I will definitely be there. | game |
train_6241 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning, I have an appointment with Mr. Johnson at 10:00
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, but are you Mr. Richard of World Trading Company?
#Person2#: Yes. That ' s right.
#Person1#: I ' m sorry, Mr. Richard. Mr. Johnson is on his way to the office. He had just called and asked you to wait a minute.
#Person2#: Well, I ' ll wait.
#Person1#: Would you like something to drink, sir? Do you prefer coffee or tea?
#Person2#: Thank you. Coffee, please.
#Person1#: Here you are, Mr. Richard. This is the cream and this is the sugar. If there ' s anything else you ' d like, please don ' t hesitate to tell me.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | appointment |
train_6242 | #Person1#: Oh, my God. I can't take it any more.
#Person2#: What's wrong, honey? Take it easy.
#Person1#: I am tired of doing that boring work. I just repeat doing counting everyday. It's so terrible.
#Person2#: Me too. But I think we can do something else for a change.
#Person1#: You know I work with my professional knowledge not passion. Sometimes I don't know what the meaning of working is?
#Person2#: But you did a good job. You always perform the best in our company.
#Person1#: Yes, that's in the past. Maybe I need to go to my psychologist for help.
#Person2#: Perhaps you've just tired and you need a vacation.
#Person1#: I was full of ambitions before. But now I have no aim for my career.
#Person2#: Maybe we should keep on studying to enrich our knowledge and make our life exciting.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting. But I don't know how to do that.
#Person2#: How about a training course?
#Person1#: A training course? That must be costly.
#Person2#: But it's worth it. Maybe it can get us into a good mood and also helps us learn something to use for the future.
#Person1#: OK, let's have a try.
#Person2#: OK. | work |
train_6243 | #Person1#: We need to figure out how much money we're spending and what we're spending it on.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Well, I think we could be saving more.
#Person2#: Really, well, o. k. Get the receipts out.
#Person1#: Let's see. We spent $ 700 dollars for our home loan payment, $ 400 on groceries, $ 75 on utilities, $ 250 on gasoline, $ 100 on books, and $ 300 on entertainment last month.
#Person2#: That's $ 1825.
#Person1#: We put $ 500 into the savings account, and $ 750 into our stock account.
#Person2#: $ 3075. Our paychecks our $ 3300, combined. That means we don't have any receipts for $ 225.
#Person1#: Right. | money |
train_6244 | #Person1#: Hello. 9-1- 1. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I need the police.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: My neighbor hit my brother on the head. He's bleeding.
#Person1#: Give me your address.
#Person2#: 176 Wooden Street East.
#Person1#: All right. The police and an ambulance are on the way. In the meantime, find a clean cloth and press it firmly over the wound. This will slow the bleeding.
#Person2#: I will, but please hurry.
#Person1#: Help will be there in just a few minutes. | police |
train_6245 | #Person1#: So, what happened?
#Person2#: He never came.
#Person1#: He stood you up.
#Person2#: I wouldn't exactly characterize it in that way. I think something happened. Something terrible and unexpected that made it impossible for him to. . . what if he showed up, took one look at me and left?
#Person1#: Not possible.
#Person2#: Maybe, there was a subway accident.
#Person1#: Absolutely.
#Person2#: A train got trapped underground with him inside.
#Person1#: And no phone.
#Person2#: And you know, how those express trains create suction. | accident |
train_6246 | #Person1#: Are you going to the movie theater with me tonight?
#Person2#: Is there anything good playing?
#Person1#: Titanic is playing tonight. It's a blockbuster.
#Person2#: Really? I want to go, too.
#Person1#: OK, let's meet at the movie theater entrance tonight. Don't be late.
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: ( After watching the movie. ) Are you crying?
#Person2#: I get a lump in my throat whenever I see a tragic movie.
#Person1#: Tragic movie? I think it's a love story.
#Person2#: But their love is touching!
#Person1#: Ah, you're just too emotional.
#Person2#: I am not! | movie |
train_6247 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Li.
#Person2#: Morning, Mike.
#Person1#: I'm sorry that I was absent yesterday.
#Person2#: I've already got your certificate for sick leave. How do you feel today?
#Person1#: I feel much better now.
#Person2#: Have you received the reading material handed out yesterday?
#Person1#: I've already got it. Thanks.
#Person2#: I will explain it in detail in the next class, could you preview it?
#Person1#: I will. | class |
train_6248 | #Person1#: What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: I need to check out this book.
#Person1#: Do you have your library card?
#Person2#: I don't have one.
#Person1#: Would you like to apply for one right now?
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: I'm going to need you to fill out the application.
#Person2#: All right. All done.
#Person1#: All right, now please sign the back of the card.
#Person2#: Okay. I'Ve signed it.
#Person1#: That's all there is to it.
#Person2#: Great. Now can I check out this book? | library |
train_6249 | #Person1#: Wake up, Erik, time to rise and shine.
#Person2#: Huh, oh, hi, Jane. I must have fallen asleep while I was reading.
#Person1#: You and everyone else. It looks more like a camp-ground than a library.
#Person2#: Well, the dorm's too noisy to study in, and I guess this place is too quiet.
#Person1#: Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper?
#Person2#: No. Prof. Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology. For once I wish she hadn't given us so much of a choice.
#Person1#: Well, why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico. You seem to be interested in that part of the world.
#Person2#: I am, but there is too much material to cover. I'll be writing forever, and Grant only wants five to seven pages.
#Person1#: So they limit it to one region of Mexico. Say the Yucatan. You'Ve been there and you said it's got lots of interesting relics.
#Person2#: That's not a bad idea. I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer. That would be great resource material. Now if I can only remember where I put them. | library |
train_6250 | #Person1#: Hello everyone, and welcome to our CPR for beginners course. First of all, does anyone know what CPR stands for?
#Person2#: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation!
#Person1#: That's right! We apply CPR in the case of cardiac arrest or pulmonary arrest.
#Person2#: What does that mean?
#Person1#: Well, basically if your heart stops pumping blood, or your lungs stop pumping air, then we need to get them going again! That's when we have to apply this procedure. Let's begin! I need a volunteer.
#Person2#: Me! Me!
#Person1#: Alright, come here and lay flat on your back. Let's suppose this young woman has stopped breathing. We must lift the person's chin so that we clear a pathway for air to get into the lungs. Then we place our mouth over the other person's mouth and blow air two or three times, like this.
#Person2#: Wait, what are you doing? I'm a married woman! You can't just try to kiss me like this!
#Person1#: Madam I'm not trying to kiss you! I am trying to demonstrate how to apply CPR in the case of an emergency.
#Person2#: Well, OK. But no French kissing!
#Person1#: As I was saying, we blow air through the mouth in this manner. Once this is done, we must try to get the heart going again. To do this, we place our hands over the person's chest, and press down firmly two or three times.
#Person2#: Wait, what are you doing! You can't just kiss me then go for second base! | CPR |
train_6251 | #Person1#: Mary! I haven't seen you since our dinner with Mr. Lee last week. Where have you been hiding yourself lately?
#Person2#: Oh, hi Mike. I'Ve been out of town the last few days. What did you need?
#Person1#: Really, nothing big. I just heard about your ideas on employee motivation and I wanted chat with you about a few things going on in my department.
#Person2#: Well, feel free to drop by my office any time. The door's always open.
#Person1#: Actually, I was hoping to mix business with pleasure. Would you be interested in joining me for dinner some time this week? I thought we might try out the new Italian restaurant everyone's been
#Person2#: Sure, Mike, I'd love to.
#Person1#: Is this evening too soon?
#Person2#: No, that's perfect. We can leave directly from here. | dinner |
train_6252 | #Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Er, good morning, yes, er. . .
#Person1#: I'm phoning about the job that was in the paper last night.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Arm, well, could you tell me your name, please?
#Person1#: Oh, Candida Fawcett.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Arm, well, what exactly is it that interests you about the job?
#Person1#: Well, I just thought that it was right up my street you know.
#Person2#: Really, mmmm. Arm, well, could you perhaps tell me a little about yourself?
#Person1#: Yes, arm, I'm 23. I've been working abroad, I'm um. . .
#Person2#: Where exactly have you been working, please? | job |
train_6253 | #Person1#: Please point out the painful place with your finger. Is there any relation between the pain and the weather?
#Person2#: Yes, the pain comes more intense when the weather is bad. And the pain comes intense when I walk too much.
#Person1#: Have you ever had any trauma?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Does the pian become more intense at night?
#Person2#: Yes, ti does. Just like a needle prick. Besides, the place that hurts often feels cold, too.
#Person1#: Do you have the sensation of ants crawling over the painful part?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: I'd like to treat you with acupuncture if you agree.
#Person2#: By the way, does acupuncture hurt?
#Person1#: Acupuncture may cause just a little pain, but it also causes a certain feeling of numbness and distension. We'll try it every day for seven days. Will that be all right?
#Person2#: Yes. Let's start today. | pain |
train_6254 | #Person1#: Did you hear about car accident on Spring Road yesterday?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I heard that they took both drivers to hospital. One needed surgery.
#Person1#: Yes. I heard he had a few broken bones too, but that the doctors have set the fractures without any problems.
#Person2#: The second driver was luckier. He had a concussion and needed some stitches for his head wound.
#Person1#: Yes. He was released from hospital yesterday evening. The other man could be there for weeks.
#Person2#: I understand that he's connected to a heart monitor and breathing apparatus. His condition can't be very good.
#Person1#: The hospital announced this morning that his condition is poor but stable. What does that mean?
#Person2#: It means he's really badly injured, but he will almost certainly survive.
#Person1#: His family will be pleased to hear that. They must have been so worried. | car accident |
train_6255 | #Person1#: Dad, you've been driving for three hours. Why don't we have a switch?
#Person2#: There're a lot of chuckholes on this old highway. Driving on it is experience-demanding.
#Person1#: Trust me. I've been driving for two years.
#Person2#: Ok. You drive and do be careful. | driving |
train_6256 | #Person1#: There is a problem in my apartment.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: A pipe broke in my wall, and water is leaking.
#Person2#: Is the water causing any damage?
#Person1#: Yes, it's creating mildew on the walls.
#Person2#: I won't be able to fix the pipe until tomorrow.
#Person1#: I can call a plumber to fix it right now.
#Person2#: I'll do it for you.
#Person1#: Well, you can't do it until tomorrow, and I need it fixed now.
#Person2#: That's true.
#Person1#: You're okay with me calling someone?
#Person2#: I'm all right with that. | broken pipe |
train_6257 | #Person1#: I'm hungry, let's order up something to eat.
#Person2#: Ok, maybe we can order a soup and a salad from the restaurant down the street.
#Person1#: I was thinking of getting a hamburger, fries and a chocolate sundae.
#Person2#: You eat too much junk food. That sort of stuff clogs up your arteries and is very high in cholesterol.
#Person1#: Well I never seem to gain weight so I don't mind.
#Person2#: It's not only about getting fat or not, it's about being healthy. You could really have some health problems later on.
#Person1#: How about pizza or maybe some fried chicken! Better yet, let's order some hot dogs!
#Person2#: You are a lost cause. | food |
train_6258 | #Person1#: What's the quickest way to get there?
#Person2#: If were you. I'd take a taxi.
#Person1#: Can you tell me where the taxi stand is?
#Person2#: You will find a taxi stand the street corner.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | taxi |
train_6259 | #Person1#: Those are today's top stories. Now let's go to John for the weather. John, what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we're in for a rough weekend, Marry. There is a storm system moving through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all day today, and there's a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening. It will be warm and humid all weekend. In the Midwest, expect strong winds and a low of around 40 degrees.
#Person1#: That's pretty chilly for the summer! Will it rain on Saturday?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast. Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding, especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls.
#Person1#: That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday.
#Person2#: It gets better on Sunday, though. The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night. It will still be rather cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather, but at least the sun will come out. I advise weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. Back to you, Mark.
#Person1#: Thanks John, and there you have it! Looks like it's a weekend to stay at home! | weather |
train_6260 | #Person1#: Hey, stop. [What?] And give me your money.
#Person2#: What? No, no. Listen here.
#Person1#: No, you listen. Hand over your purse, and I won't hurt you.
#Person2#: You've got to be joking.
#Person1#: Do I look like I'm joking?
#Person2#: Heh. Look. I only have two dollars in change.
#Person1#: I don't care. Give it to me! And your phone and credit cards.
#Person2#: Okay. Listen. Obviously, you haven't thought this through. I mean, who's going to rob someone as they walk out of a karate studio? Really?
#Person1#: Right. You don't fool me. Anyone can get a black belt online in 10 minutes. And I have a knife.
#Person2#: Listen, mister. I'm telling you to back off. I'm a fifth-degree black belt, and I've trained for 25 years. I don't want to hurt you, but I'll defend myself if I have to.
#Person1#: Alright, baby. Let me have it.
#Person2#: You'd better call 911 first.
#Person1#: Right. [Punches and kicks and yells and screams ... ] Ahh, oh, man. Ooohhhh. That hurts.
#Person2#: Yeah. Listen. Here's your two dollars. You'll need them to cover your medical bills. | robbery |
train_6261 | #Person1#: Glad to see you in your company.
#Person2#: So am I.
#Person1#: We are in the market for machines. What can you offer in this line?
#Person2#: What type do you have in mind exactly?
#Person1#: Well, we are interested in milling machines.
#Person2#: Let me show you some illustrations of the machines we make. Here's our latest catalogue.
#Person1#: May we have a look at them?
#Person2#: Certainly. But they are in the showroom. It's about half an hour's car ride. Are you free now?
#Person1#: I will be free tomorrow afternoon. Suppose we make it, say, three o'clock tomorrow afternoon. Would you manage that?
#Person2#: Yes, I will pick you up at your hotel. | machines |
train_6262 | #Person1#: Hello, I'd like some information about trips to Katmandu.
#Person2#: Well, how can I help you?
#Person1#: I hear there is a special kind of bus with sleeping rooms.
#Person2#: Yes,that's true.
#Person1#: How many people travel on the bus?
#Person2#: Well, the bus sleeps ten. Usually there are eight travelers, two drivers, and a girl to act as your tour guide.
#Person1#: So, we sleep comfortably on the bus.
#Person2#: Yes. It's fully equipped for cooking, and weather permitting it's got a shower system that we set up outside every evening.
#Person1#: We leave from London?
#Person2#: Yes, and return 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 deadline for booking?
#Person2#: Well, it depends. Usually six or eight months before your travel. Could you come in and we can go over the details?
#Person1#: OK. I'll come and see you next Wednesday.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for calling. | trip |
train_6263 | #Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Good morning. I was wondering if you can help me. I received this notice yesterday afternoon.
#Person1#: Let me see. It's $ 10 for a lost book.
#Person2#: But I'm sure I returned it.
#Person1#: Our records show that you checked it out on September 17 and we have no record of its return.
#Person2#: I remember it was a rainy day and I had to carry it in a plastic bag.
#Person1#: Well, our policy is that, when a book is lost, whoever lost it must pay for it.
#Person2#: I understand. Can we check if the book is here, just in case someone missed it?
#Person1#: Well, I doubt we would make a mistake about this. But you can look on the shelf.
#Person2#: (Pause for two seconds) Aha! Here it is!
#Person1#: Let me see if it is the same copy you borrowed. I'll cheek the number with our records... Well, it is the same copy. We could have missed something. I am awfully sorry.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. | lost book |
train_6264 | #Person1#: Hi, Maria.
#Person2#: Oh! Hi, Dave. Come on in. Take a seat. Would like anything to drink, coffee or tea?
#Person1#: Coffee would be fine. Eh... So how have you been?
#Person2#: Oh, not so bad. And you?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm doing OK. But school has been really busy these days, and I haven't had time to relax.
#Person2#: By the way, what's your major anyway?
#Person1#: Hotel management.
#Person2#: Well, what do you want to do once you graduate?
#Person1#: Eh... I haven't decided for sure. But I think I'd like to work for a hotel or a travel agency in this area. How about you?
#Person2#: Well, when I first started college, I wanted to major in French. But I realized I might have a hard time finding a job using a language. So I switched to computer science. With the right skills, landing a job in the computer industry shouldn't be as difficult.
#Person1#: So do you have a part-time job to support yourself through school?
#Person2#: Well. fortunately for me, I received four-year academic scholarship. That pays for all of my school expenses.
#Person1#: Wow. That's great.
#Person2#: Yeah. How about you? Are you working your way through school?
#Person1#: Yeah, I work three times a week at a restaurant near campus.
#Person2#: Oh, what do you do there?
#Person1#: I'm a cook.
#Person2#: How do you like your job?
#Person1#: It's OK. The other guys are friendly and the pay isn't bad. | casual chat |
train_6265 | #Person1#: Are you from England?
#Person2#: No, I'm from America. How about you?
#Person1#: I live here in Paris, but I'm not French. I'm from Australia.
#Person2#: Are you a student?
#Person1#: No. I'm a news reporter for a TV station.
#Person2#: Wow, that's a good job. | introduction |
train_6266 | #Person1#: Hey, Henry, how's everything going, and what's with the flowers?
#Person2#: They're for my wife.
#Person1#: Oh, a wedding anniversary or something?
#Person2#: To tell the truth, it couldn't be worse. [Oh]. You see, I have to pick my wife up from the airport this evening, but while she was gone, there were a few minor mishaps.
#Person1#: Oh really? What happened?
#Person2#: Well, I had some of the guys over Friday night to watch a basketball game on TV, but one of them got all excited, and started horsing around, waving his arms, and he accidentally knocked over my wife's 250-year old Chinese porcelain vase given to her [Oh no!], given to her by her grandmother, and broke it beyond repair.
#Person1#: Man, have you tried ...
#Person2#: ... super glue? Yeap, but she would be able to tell in a second I was trying to pull something over her eyes.
#Person1#: Oh, wow. You're in hot water now.
#Person2#: If it had only been that.
#Person1#: Oh, there's more?
#Person2#: Yeah, you see, the water from the vase spilled all over the manuscript of a book my wife has been writing for the past two years. It blurred the ink over many of the pages. [Oh no.] And so one of the guys had the bright idea of drying the pages by the fire while we watched, uh, the rest game, but a spark from the fire must have blown out and burned the manuscript to a crisp.
#Person1#: But what about an electronic file copy? Had one, didn't she?
#Person2#: Well, actually, her computer crashed the day before while I was playing some computer games, and I haven't been able to get it to work since.
#Person1#: Man, are you in trouble now. [I know.] You're going to have a hard time digging yourself out of this one. [Yeah.] Ah, so I get it now. You're buying the flowers for her as a part of some kind of peace offering, right?
#Person2#: No, not at all. They're for my funeral.
#Person1#: [laughter] | mishaps |
train_6267 | #Person1#: Welcome to Youth Hotel, can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like a room for a night.
#Person1#: Would you like a single room, a double room or a room for three?
#Person2#: Oh, a single room please. Can I pay by check?
#Person1#: Sure, fill in this form please.
#Person2#: Need my student card number?
#Person1#: No, just your address and telephone number.
#Person2#: OK, here is the form.
#Person1#: Very well. Here is your key to room 212.
#Person2#: Thank you!
#Person1#: Have a good stay! | hotel |
train_6268 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark. Are you in town for another job interview?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm pretty hopeful this time. I've just finished my second interview with this company.
#Person1#: That sounds great. I hope it works out for you. But wasn't it expensive just getting here?
#Person2#: No, in fact the company is paying all my expenses. They've put me up in a hotel downtown.
#Person1#: How nice! How many people are they interviewing?
#Person2#: They interviewed 16 the first time, and now four of us were chosen to go back for this interview.
#Person1#: Well, I hope it goes well. John and I would love it if you came to this area to work.
#Person2#: I would too. But my girlfriend doesn't want to leave her family. She hopes I find a job close to home.
#Person1#: Oh, What a decision. Good luck. | job interview |
train_6269 | #Person1#: Jack, why don't you go to work by bike?
#Person2#: I used to, but the weather today is so nice, and I decide to walk to my company. It's a good way to take exercise though I have to leave home an hour earlier than usual. | go to work |
train_6270 | #Person1#: We would be interested in having you join us, Mrs. Sharp.
#Person2#: Thank you. I have done this knid of work before.
#Person1#: I know, and that's probably the reason you've been employed. Do you prefer part-time or full-time employment?
#Person2#: Part-time.
#Person1#: OK. Some people choose part-time jobs because they want to do something else besides work, such as reading novels or playing sports. But they will not get any other benefits besides the wages.
#Person2#: I don't care about that. May I ask you if I can decide the hours I would work?
#Person1#: I can only give you the choice from 7:00 a.m. till noon or from noon till 5:00 p.m.
#Person2#: Then I'd prefer to work in the morning because I have to prepare dinner for my children.
#Person1#: OK, Mrs. Sharp. Just sign your name on this sheet of paper. You may start next week. Mrs. Clarkson has got something ready for you--a blackboard, some chalk, and a tape recorder. She'll show you around later.
#Person2#: Thank you. | employment |
train_6271 | #Person1#: Are you ready to order now, Sir?
#Person2#: May I have the menu, please?
#Person1#: Yes, here you go.
#Person2#: I'd like to have some local specialties. Would you recommend for me, please?
#Person1#: Sure, the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant.
#Person2#: OK. We'll take it.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce.
#Person1#: How about drink?
#Person2#: Coffee, only black coffee, | restaurant |
train_6272 | #Person1#: Hey, Paul, why the long face?
#Person2#: It's difficult to explain.
#Person1#: Try me.
#Person2#: Well, I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job.
#Person1#: Take it easy, maybe tomorrow will be different.
#Person2#: I don't know, I can't stand my job these days.
#Person1#: Cheer up, I hope you'll feel better soon. | job |
train_6273 | #Person1#: How is the college search going?
#Person2#: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
#Person1#: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
#Person2#: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that...
#Person1#: I know. You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country, a big school or a small school, a public or private school...
#Person2#: Yup, you understand. And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college. They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline. And the tuition is usually pretty low.
#Person1#: I see. Well, don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school. He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction. He gave me some information, and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended.
#Person2#: Thanks for the information. And good luck in your college search. | college |
train_6274 | #Person1#: who are you writing a letter to?
#Person2#: I'm just responding to Sue's letter. Do you want to help?
#Person1#: OK. I guess I could add something. Tell them that I send my love.
#Person2#: that's kind of boring. Don't you want to tell them anything else?
#Person1#: well, maybe you could tell them about my promotion.
#Person2#: you've been promoted? when did that happen?
#Person1#: just today. I guess I forgot to mention it.
#Person2#: congratulations! That's really exciting! Let's get out a bottle of wine to celebrate!
#Person1#: shouldn't we finish writing this letter first?
#Person2#: ah. That can wait. Your promotion is the best news I've heard in a long time!
#Person1#: it is good news, but it looked like you were almost finished. We might as well just sign off.
#Person2#: ok, you're right. I'll just tell them how pround I am of you for getting a promotion and then I'll thank Sue for her kind letter.
#Person1#: I guess you can write that I'm looking forward to seeing them in June.
#Person2#: that's thoughtful of you.
#Person1#: and also thank them from the botttom of my heart for the Christmas package they sent us.
#Person2#: that's right! I almost forgot about that.
#Person1#: what would you do without me?
#Person2#: we do balance each other out well. I guess we were really made for each other! | letter |
train_6275 | #Person1#: May I see a hat , please?
#Person2#: What size do you take?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I don't know.
#Person2#: I'll measure you. . . You take size 6. What colour hat would you like?
#Person1#: Brown, please.
#Person2#: Here are some nice brown hats. Try this hat on. It's a very good one.
#Person1#: Yes, I like this one. It goes very well with my coat. How much is it?
#Person2#: It's $ 9. 95. Do you want me to put it in a box? | hat |
train_6276 | #Person1#: Which service offered by your bank do you use most?
#Person2#: I use several services. Of course, I deposit and withdraw money quite often. I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account. I use my bank to exchange money from once currency to another. I often travel abroad, you see.
#Person1#: Do you ever ask you bank for traveller's cheques? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around.
#Person2#: I sometimes use traveller's cheques, but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash.
#Person1#: Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills? I use direct debit.
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It save me a lot of time. I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines.
#Person1#: That's good idea. You don't need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that. I suppose you have a mortgage too.
#Person2#: Yes. My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage. There's a lot of competition between banks nowadays. Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others.
#Person1#: I have a deposit account with my bank. There are some restrictions on withdrawing money, but the interest rate is much higher.
#Person2#: I don't have one. I prefer to buy shares. My bank also provides a share trading service. It's cheap and easy to use.
#Person1#: That's great. But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain. | bank |
train_6277 | #Person1#: Is the environment a big issues in your country? It is in mine.
#Person2#: It is in mine too. The biggest issue is water. The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important.
#Person1#: What methods do you use to conserve water?
#Person2#: Water is rationed. We can only use a certain amount each month. It means that we cannot use some modern household items, like washing machines. They use too much water.
#Person1#: I see. I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. The air here is much more polluted than in my country. Of course, my country is more agricultural and has much less industry.
#Person1#: We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years, but cars are still a major source of them. Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced.
#Person2#: The problem is now on a truly global scale. I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it.
#Person1#: I think you're right. There needs to be an international response to this problem. | environment |
train_6278 | #Person1#: Hello, Mike. It's Caroline here. I've just been reading a paper and I found a job advertised in it that I think will be perfect for you.
#Person2#: Oh, what's the job?
#Person1#: The company want a marketing manager. Isn't that the kind of thing you're looking for?
#Person2#: Yes. Does it say what kind of job it is?
#Person1#: The main thing seems to be that you'll be in charge of sales planning.
#Person2#: Well, what sort of people are they looking for? I suppose they want me to have an MBA.
#Person1#: There is nothing about that, but it does say that they are looking for someone who can speak foreign languages. Well, that's OK for you, because you've lived abroad and you can speak German, right?
#Person2#: Yes, when can I apply for the job?
#Person1#: The third of July is the closing date, so you've got exactly a month. Do you want me to email you the advert, so you can see it yourself?
#Person2#: Yes, that would be great.
#Person1#: OK, I'll do that now. | job |
train_6279 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, today is the first day of the school year. I'm a new student, where should I go?
#Person1#: Well, all the new students will first gather in the meeting room at 9:15, where you'll be introduced to the staff.
#Person2#: Where is that in?
#Person1#: I'll tell you in a moment, but just let me tell you the details of this morning's activities.
#Person2#: OK then.
#Person1#: Firstly, at 9:30 in the hall, which is next to the meeting room. The director of the studies will talk to you about the different courses and their requirements. This should last for about an hour. Then at about 10:30 the students accommodations officer will talk about the student dormitories and some social activities that we offer. That's in the same place. He will finish at about 11:00. Then there'll be a short break, after which you'll be taken to Classroom 2 for a test.
#Person2#: Oh, I did not know I'd have to take an exam!
#Person1#: Take it easy. It just helps us find your level of English and put you in the right class.
#Person2#: OK, I see. | school |
train_6280 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the hotel and railway station?
#Person2#: Sure, it's quite far from here. Don't worry though, it's not difficult to get there.
#Person1#: I think I'm going in the wrong direction.
#Person2#: Yes. First you need to turn your car around. Do you remember passing some traffic lights further up this road?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. There are about 2 miles back, right?
#Person2#: That's right. Drive back to the traffic lights and turn right. Follow the road for about a mile until you see the Red Hotel. It's a really big hotel and you can't miss it. Turn left at the hotel.
#Person1#: So right at the traffic lights 2 miles up the road, then left at the Red Hotel a mile along that road.
#Person2#: Then you just go straight on for 2 miles until you see the station ahead of you.
#Person1#: OK, I see. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | direction |
train_6281 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I seem to have lost my handbag.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Well, I'll have to write a report for you. It was a handbag, you say?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: What's it like, madam?
#Person1#: It's a black one with my drivers license, some bank cards and about $50 in it.
#Person2#: Where did you last have it?
#Person1#: I'm pretty sure I had it when I was in the coffee shop.
#Person2#: When was that?
#Person1#: At about 1:30, I think.
#Person2#: Where did you go after that?
#Person1#: To the shopping mall. I found it missing when I was buying a T-shirt.
#Person2#: OK. I'll call you if there is any good news. Now write down your name, address and phone number.
#Person1#: OK. | handbag |
train_6282 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but do you have this shirt in blue?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. But only in small, large and extra large.
#Person1#: Oh, darn. I was hoping to have it in a medium size. It would really go well with my bag.
#Person2#: Well, we may be getting more in next week. Would you like me to check our computer?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, please.
#Person2#: OK. Yes, it looks like our manager has ordered more. We should have some in medium by next Thursday.
#Person1#: Great. I'll ask my assistant to come back then and pick one up. | shirt |
train_6283 | #Person1#: My name is Mary, and I will be your waitress tonight.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mary. We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant.
#Person1#: Before your main course, would you like to order an appetizer?
#Person2#: Sure, that sounds great. Where are your appetizers listed?
#Person1#: There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table.
#Person2#: The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good. Is that pretty good?
#Person1#: You know, that is one of my favorites!
#Person2#: OK, I'll take one order of that.
#Person1#: You could choose another appetizer for half price to share.
#Person2#: Perfect! Please add on an order of onion rings. | order meal |
train_6284 | #Person1#: It says here that you graduated from Beijing Normal University with a major in English Language and Literature.
#Person2#: Right. Then you may think that I am not fit for this job according to my educational background.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: But I want to be a tour guide very much because I like traveling and meeting various kinds of people. So I took an evening course at the Tourism School of Beijing after graduation and I have gotten a qualification certificate.
#Person1#: So you must be an extravert?
#Person2#: Yes, I always enjoy being with a group of people and chatting with them.
#Person1#: What do you think are the responsibilities of a tourist guide?
#Person2#: A tourist guide must be responsible for arranging and coordinating tour activities, and offering service of transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, shopping and entertainment.
#Person1#: Don't you consider it a hard work?
#Person2#: Hard but interesting, I think.
#Person1#: Have you any experience as a tourist guide?
#Person2#: Yes, I usually guided foreign tourists around Beijing when I was in University.
#Person1#: Have you ever learned any other foreign languages other than English?
#Person2#: Yes, I have learned a little French and Japanese as well. | interview for job |
train_6285 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary. I haven't seen you in ages! I heard that you and Daniel are getting married on August 8th, the opening day of the 2008 Olympic Games. Is it true?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. We've been dating for over 7 years. We have decided to get married on a special day and we think August 8th, 2008 is a red-letter day.
#Person1#: Good for you! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time.
#Person2#: Yes, there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos, wedding dress, catering, transport, hotel, etc...
#Person1#: Is everything ready now?
#Person2#: Almost. The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel. As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married, it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive.
#Person1#: Have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job.
#Person2#: Yes, we called, but it is booked up. The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet.
#Person1#: It's an excellent hotel. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.
#Person2#: That's why we want to have a look at other hotels. We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception.
#Person1#: I guess you're right. I can help you ask other hotels. I am sure there are probably some available.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | prepare for wedding |
train_6286 | #Person1#: Hi Melissa, are you going home this weekend?
#Person2#: No, not this weekend. I have too much work to do.
#Person1#: Where do your parents live?
#Person2#: My father lives in Washington DC.
#Person1#: How about your mother?
#Person2#: My mother died two years ago.
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry to hear that. Is your father still working?
#Person2#: No, he's retired.
#Person1#: Do you have any family here?
#Person2#: Yes, two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about 30 miles from here.
#Person1#: Do you have any brothers or sisters?
#Person2#: Yes, I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who lives in Boston.
#Person1#: Do you see them a lot?
#Person2#: Not as much as I'd like to. Usually just on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. | conversation about family |
train_6287 | #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. | get nails done |
train_6288 | #Person1#: Richard? Do you have the number for that Chinese restaurant on the corner?
#Person2#: Yeah, hold on a second. I'Ve got it in my office. Here it is. 553-2213.
#Person1#: 553-2213. Great, thanks.
#Person2#: No problem. Pick me up something to eat too, please. | number of restaurant |
train_6289 | #Person1#: Hi! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. We have reservations.
#Person1#: What's your name, sir?
#Person2#: Jack Bates.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. We have your reservation. Could you fill out these forms, please?
#Person2#: The reservation was for a double for three nights, wasn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, sir. That's correct. How will you pay your bill, cash or credit card?
#Person2#: Credit card.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. You'll be staying in room 1910. Here are your keys. The bellhop will take your luggage upstairs. Have a nice stay, sir.
#Person2#: Thanks. | hotel check in |
train_6290 | #Person1#: Hi! How are you going?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. How are you doing this morning?
#Person1#: Not bad. How about you? Haven't seen you for a long time.
#Person2#: Yes. I've been to New York. I got back only yesterday.
#Person1#: Did you enjoy yourself?
#Person2#: Very much. New York is such a nice place. Shall I show you some photographs?
#Person1#: Thanks, I like looking at photographs. How nice! Oh, I'm afraid I must be going now. I've got an appointment. Have a good day.
#Person2#: You too. I hope to see you soon. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | daily conversation |
train_6291 | #Person1#: Can you help me buy my textbooks?
#Person2#: There will probably be a book list in the bookstore. Do you have your class schedule handy?
#Person1#: No, I don't have that.
#Person2#: To get started, take that list over to the bookstore. Do you know where the bookstore is?
#Person1#: I am not sure where the bookstore is.
#Person2#: When you pass the gym, it'll be the first door on the left. Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money?
#Person1#: Yes, I knew I could do that. Exactly how do I go about selling them?
#Person2#: If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door, he will reimburse you. Can you go over there today?
#Person1#: I think maybe I could be there.
#Person2#: I am free at 1
#Person1#: Maybe that would work.
#Person2#: I'll catch you later then. Have a wonderful morning. | textbooks |
train_6292 | #Person1#: I love slim girls, don't you?
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like fat girls.
#Person1#: And I like a girl with good skin, do you?
#Person2#: I can't say I do. What I like a girl with good manners.
#Person1#: Well, yes. But surely you like a girl with a nice figure.
#Person2#: Yes. But I like a girl with a nice personality.
#Person1#: But you like a girl to be rich, surely?
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like a girl to be good. | girls |
train_6293 | #Person1#: What's the problem? Things are getting out of hand. You keep sticking your nose where it doesn't belong.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Now, I am responsible for training new staff, but you keep overriding my authority by trying to pose your methods. I know you are a hotshot college graduate with something to prove. But I don't like your way. | conversation between colleagues |
train_6294 | #Person1#: Linda, would you care for some candies or cookies?
#Person2#: No, don't try to tend me. I'm becoming chubby, and I have to slender down.
#Person1#: You are not really chubby. You are actually thin enough.
#Person2#: I don't think so. I know I've put on weight this winter.
#Person1#: So you are watching your weight, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, to tell you the truth. I am on the diet. | on the diet |
train_6295 | #Person1#: I'd like to have this cashed, please.
#Person2#: Please put your name and address here. May I see your passport.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How would you like it?
#Person1#: Ten hundreds and Ten Twenties and the rest of small changes please.
#Person2#: Ok, here you are. | settle accounts |
train_6296 | #Person1#: Can I ask for leave this afternoon?
#Person2#: What is the problem?
#Person1#: I had a headache this morning. I didn't pay attention to it. I thought probably it is because I didn't sleep well. But now it is getting worse and worse. I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive. Maybe it is the migrated.
#Person2#: It is ok. You look really pale and red eyes. I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. I am sure good rest will do indeed. I don't have this too often. | ask for leave |
train_6297 | #Person1#: Well, that was an interesting documentary!
#Person2#: For sure! I didn't really understand some of the technical jargon they used in the film when they talked about social security in the US.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Well, they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K?
#Person1#: Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement. Through a 401K, you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan. Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire, you can rest peacefully on your nest egg.
#Person2#: That's interesting and logical I guess. In my country, we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund, but most people don't really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that.
#Person1#: That seems a bit unstable don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah, but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions, so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank.
#Person1#: I'Ve been thinking of doing that lately! I don't want some banker to run off with my money! | 401k |
train_6298 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Dr. Cook's clinic. May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: This is he.
#Person1#: Dr. Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested. Could you make it a quarter to two?
#Person2#: All right. | change reservation time |
train_6299 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Reservations. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm calling from Tenga Company. I'd like to know if you have rooms available for the nights from October 8 to October 12. We are going to have a business conference.
#Person1#: May I ask how many people there will be in the party?
#Person2#: 20 persons.
#Person1#: What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: Double rooms with twin beds.
#Person1#: A moment please, sir. Yes, I can confirm 10 rooms for those days.
#Person2#: Thank you. Is there a special rate for a group reservation?
#Person1#: Yes, there is a 10 percent discount.
#Person2#: That is fine. | reserve rooms |
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