id
stringlengths 7
11
| dialogue
stringlengths 15
174k
⌀ | summary
stringlengths 1
399
|
|---|---|---|
train_6700 | #Person1#: Betty, where did you go yesterday?
#Person2#: I went to visit a friend of mine in the hospital.
#Person1#: What did you talk about?
#Person2#: We talked about a lot of different things.
#Person1#: Did you talk about the weather?
#Person2#: Yes, we did. We talked about the weather and about languages.
#Person1#: Did your friend ask you any questions?
#Person2#: Yes, she did. I answered almost all of her questions.
#Person1#: Did you ask your friend any questions?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I asked her quite a few questions.
#Person1#: How long did you stay there?
#Person2#: About half an hour. | visit a friend |
train_6701 | #Person1#: Any message for me, Miss White?
#Person2#: Just one, Mr. Brown. You had a phone call from someone called Smith, Mary Smith.
#Person1#: Smith? I don't know anyone called Smith. What did she say?
#Person2#: She wouldn't say anything. But it sounded important. I told her you'd call her as soon as you came back.
#Person1#: Well, I think I'd better do it then. Have you got her telephone number?
#Person2#: Yes, it's 44356793.
#Person1#: Have you written it down?
#Person2#: I always do. It's on your desk.
#Person1#: Thank you. | phone call |
train_6702 | #Person1#: Good morning! What can I do for you, Madam?
#Person2#: Good morning! I'm looking for a coat.
#Person1#: What color would you like?
#Person2#: Could you show me some? I'd like a middle sized red coat.
#Person1#: Sorry. We haven't anything in your size.
#Person2#: Do you have a smaller size?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. The small size coats have just been sold out. What about the blue one? It looks nice and maybe fits you.
#Person2#: Well, may I try it on?
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: It seems nice on me. How much is it?
#Person1#: 168 yuan.
#Person2#: OK. Here is 170 yuan. You keep the change please!
#Person1#: Thanks. | shopping |
train_6703 | #Person1#: Ooo, this is so exciting. So, where do you want to get married? I know, I know, I know. Um, up in the mountains. You know, that beautiful waterfall? Why don't we get married by the waterfall?
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know.
#Person1#: Oh, come on. It would be great. It's so beautiful, and it's peaceful, and it's really romantic. Come on.
#Person2#: I don't know. You know I'm allergic to 32 types of wild flowers ...
#Person1#: You'll be okay. Take an allergy pill.
#Person2#: ... and I might break out in a terrible rash.
#Person1#: You'll be okay. Come on. Well, let's .... I'm sure we can come up with something nice. Come on. Let's think about it.
#Person2#: Wh .. wh ... wh ... We could get married in my parent's backyard. [ What? ] Yeah. We just need to move the dogs for a few hours.
#Person1#: No! Don't even think about it. Their backyard is really tra ... tra (She means to say, trashy). It's ... it's in bad shape. And their house is like, right next to the freeway. It's only half a block from the freeway. It's so noisy. Come on. There is a real nice reception hall only a couple miles away. We can do that. You don't have to worry about your allergies.
#Person2#: Ah, that sounds expensive!
#Person1#: It's not that expensive ... just a little bit. And then, and then, look. We can have a catering service come, and they serve shrimp and lobster tails, and when my friend got married, they had the best desserts. Come on, and then, you know, for our breakfast, our wedding breakfast, we could go to that Japanese restaurant ... I can't remember. What's it called?
#Person2#: You mean, Samarai Sushi?
#Person1#: Yeah, Samuri Sushi! Their food is so good. Come on, come on.
#Person2#: That sounds so expensive.
#Person1#: But it's okay. It's worth it. Come on, Ron! Come on!
#Person2#: How about my mother's tuna fish sandwiches instead?
#Person1#: Ronald. We can spend a little bit more money than what you keep in that old stupid jar on your desk. Come on.
#Person2#: Well, I was trying to save money for the honeymoon.
#Person1#: Well, yeah. [ Yeah. ] Well, okay. Well, I've been thinking about too. I've been thinking about it for weeks.
#Person2#: Me too. Now look, look at this Web site. We could go to Salt Lake City, Utah.
#Person1#: That would be so cool! They have the best snowboarding and skiing, and their snow. It is the best snow. This time of year would be perfect. They have some really, really nice hotels. Oh, Ron, we're going to love that. That would be wonderful. I love skiing.
#Person2#: I .. I ... I was thinking about visiting some of the local art and natural history museums instead. [ What? ] Snow skiing just isn't my thing.
#Person1#: Oh, Ron. Come on.
#Person2#: You ... you know. I don't do well in the cold.
#Person1#: Brother!
#Person2#: Oh, yeah! [ What? ] That's a good idea. Let me call my brother. [ No way! ] He lives there, and he probably could let us stay at his house.
#Person1#: For our honeymoon!?!?!
#Person2#: Oh, yeah! [ No! ] Wait, wait! Where are you going? Come back. Did I say anything wrong? | get married |
train_6704 | #Person1#: Did you hear about the air crash that occurred in South America recently? It was quite a tragic accident!
#Person2#: No, I didn't see anything in the news about it. What happened?
#Person1#: A foreign airliner was attempting to land at night in a mountainous area in Argentina and flew into a hill!
#Person2#: That sounds really terrible! Did anyone survive?
#Person1#: No, everyone aboard, including the crew, was killed instantly.
#Person2#: What were the circumstances? Were they bad weather, a fire, or engine failure?
#Person1#: Apparently, there were some low clouds in the area, but mostly it was just miscommunication between the pilots and the traffic controllers.
#Person2#: Weren't they both speaking in English, the official international aviation language?
#Person1#: Yes they were, but the transmit ion from poor quality radios was slightly distorted and the accents of the Spanish speaking controllers was so strong that the pilots that the pilots misunderstood a vital instruction.
#Person2#: How could a misunderstanding like that cause such a serious accident?
#Person1#: The pilots were told to descend to 2-2,000 feet. The instruction actually meant 22,000 feet, but they thought they heard descend 2,000 feet. That's a huge difference, and it should have been confirmed, but it was not. Unfortunately, the terrain of the mountains in Norweija ascends to 2,000 feet.
#Person2#: So the pilots did descend to the wrong altitude then, because they were following the air controllers instructions.
#Person1#: Sadly enough, yes they did. It was a really bad mistake. Many people died as a result of the simply understanding.
#Person2#: Wow, that's a powerful lesson on how important it can be to accurately communicate to each other. | accurately communicate |
train_6705 | #Person1#: One of the most interesting experiments with dolphins must be one done by Doctor Jarvis Bastian. What he tried to do was to teach a male dolphin called Bass and a female called Doris to communicate with each other across a solid barrier.
#Person2#: So how did he do it exactly?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, he kept the two dolphins together in the same tank and taught them to press levers whenever they saw a light. The levers were fitted to the side of the tank next to each other. If the light flashed on and off several times, the dolphins were supposed to press the left-hand lever followed by the right-hand one. If the light was kept steady, the dolphins were supposed to press the levers in reverse order. Whenever they responded correctly, they were rewarded with fish.
#Person2#: Sounds terribly complicated.
#Person1#: Well, that was the first stage. In the second stage, Doctor Bastian separated the dolphins into two tanks. They could still hear one another, but they couldn't actually see each other. The levers and light were set up in exactly the same way except that this time it was only Doris who could see the light indicating which lever to press first. But in order to get their fish, both dolphins had to press the levers in the correct order. This meant of course that Doris had to tell Bass whether it was a flashing light or whether it was a steady light.
#Person2#: So did it work?
#Person1#: Well, amazingly enough, the dolphins achieved a 100 % success rate. | experiment |
train_6706 | #Person1#: Jack, what are you doing?
#Person2#: I am reading.
#Person1#: I can see that. But why are you reading advertisements for houses for sale? Are you buying a house?
#Person2#: No, not yet. But I like to see what is available.
#Person1#: Can I have a look as well?
#Person2#: Of course, have a seat.
#Person1#: Oh, this one looks really good. And look at the garden. So beautiful.
#Person2#: Yes, nice. But I prefer this wooden house with a garden fence and a sloping roof.
#Person1#: Yes, but my house has large windows and so gets lots of sun. And it has a small balcony at the top.
#Person2#: Well, you can't compare a small balcony to this large veranda. This is perfect for having a barbecue in summer.
#Person1#: Talking about a barbecue, didn't you say you are organizing one next week?
#Person2#: Yes, next Saturday. I hope you can make it. | house and barbecue |
train_6707 | #Person1#: Nice to meet you here. How come you dropped into this company today?
#Person2#: My boss sent me here to take some business documents back to his office. I didn't know you were working here. What a surprise. How long have you been doing this?
#Person1#: Two years or so.
#Person2#: That is great. Do you have to work the night shift?
#Person1#: No, in most cases I don't have to unless there is something urgent to deal with. I work five days a week.
#Person2#: Do you enjoy work here?
#Person1#: It is hard to say. But I've to start by working as a trainee before I really become an experienced marketing assistant. Sometimes, I am really under great pressure when it gets busy.
#Person2#: Take it easy. I'm sure you will gain enough experience while working as a marketing assistant. I hope you haven't been given much trouble in the job.
#Person1#: Luckily not. The cilent I meet are generally very friendly and have a good boss.
#Person2#: Glad to hear that. | work |
train_6708 | #Person1#: So, Is this your first time to TAIWAN?
#Person2#: No, I first came here1995.
#Person1#: Oh, really? And you are from the State, right?
#Person2#: Well, I am from Canada. Actally.
#Person1#: Oh, I am so sorry.
#Person2#: That' ok. That's happens all the time. | personal experience |
train_6709 | #Person1#: It's so relaxing, taking a walk in the country. The air is so fresh and clean.
#Person2#: would you like to live in the country? I'm not sure I'd like it.
#Person1#: I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage. The problem is that, for me, each advantage has its own disadvantage.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, I hate the noise in the city, but I love being around lost of people. The problem is that you can't have lots of people and have peace and quiet. The two just don't go together.
#Person2#: I see what you mean. I love being far away from a city, but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities.
#Person1#: People can't have it both ways. If you live in the country, it is often less convenient. If you live in a city, it is noisy, but there's more to do.
#Person2#: I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams. They're so much better to look at than concrete, rows of parked cars and tall buildings.
#Person1#: I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face. When the wind blows in the city, you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes.
#Person2#: The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing. There's so sign of pollution. The village looks so peaceful.
#Person1#: Just remember that in that village there's nothing to do. There's not even a pub or restaurant. There's just one small shop with a poor selection of goods.
#Person2#: You're right. I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends. I would hate living in the country! | country and city |
train_6710 | #Person1#: Good morning. Are you ready to order?
#Person2#: Yes, I am, thank you. I'll have three scrambled eggs with country ham, toast and jam, please.
#Person1#: Would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: I'll have a tomato juice and some iced tea.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Could I have a slice of pumpkin pie?
#Person1#: Sure. Coming right up. | take orders |
train_6711 | #Person1#: What's wrong with you? Why do you look so sad?
#Person2#: I've lost all my files from the computer. It's a total disaster.
#Person1#: How did that happen?
#Person2#: Three days ago, my laptop went on strike. I couldn't enter the Windows system. As I was about to give it up, one of my friends advised me to start Windows in the safe mode.
#Person1#: Was it helpful?
#Person3#: Yeah, I could barely get it started using the safe mode, but when the computer was connected to the internet, its hard disk roared a harsh rasping sound. After a while, it crashed into a coma.
#Person1#: What a pity!
#Person3#: Yeah, I can buy a new computer, but the digital data can never be restored. My digital photos vanish forever. Audio recordings of Grandpa are slienced forever.
#Person1#: That's such a big loss.
#Person2#: Perhaps I should be blamed for simply taking it for granted that the digital will always be in safe hands. I've neglected the potential risk of losing it.
#Person1#: Don't blame yourself. We all make the same mistake. The digital information we all rely on is actually very fragile. | lose the files |
train_6712 | #Person1#: I was awaken up in the middle of the night. I felt the building shaking.
#Person2#: What time did it happen?
#Person1#: I don't know. It was dark everywhere. I couldn't see the clock. Luckily, I lived on the second floor. I hurried to run out. With the Moonlight I found it was 2:45.
#Person2#: Did your building fall down?
#Person1#: No, but it was seriously destroyed. A few buildings near hours fell down. I could hear someone calling for help. I was sure they were badly hurt. | shaking building |
train_6713 | #Person1#: I went on a trip to Africa last month.
#Person2#: Really? Who did you travel with?
#Person1#: My father, mother and my sister.
#Person2#: Did you have a good time?
#Person1#: Yes, and we took many photos.
#Person2#: I am planning to go there this winter. | trip |
train_6714 | #Person1#: OK, tell me about yourself.
#Person2#: Well, last year in school I played on the football team. It kept me busy but I learned to manage my time. And also it has been a great experience in learning how to work on the team with other players.
#Person1#: How would your teachers describe you?
#Person2#: My teachers would say I work hard to get my homework done on time and I'm not afraid to ask for help if I need it. They'd also tell you I am friendly to my classmates.
#Person1#: Well, why should I hire you over the other 8 students?
#Person2#: I think I am the very person you can rely on. I'll arrive to work on time and do the best I can on the job. Besides I've done volunteer work and now I'd like the gain actual work experience. If you hire me, you'll get someone who is always willing to learn. | interview |
train_6715 | #Person1#: What do you want for breakfast?
#Person2#: Well, I'm hungry, anything will do, and we've got a lot of sightseeing to do. So, let's decide what will see today first.
#Person1#: Sounds good to me.
#Person2#: Well, I guess the best place to start is the cathedral and then the castle. What are the opening times for those 2?
#Person1#: Well, according to this guide book, the cathedral is open morning and afternoon. The castle is just open from 1:00 to 5:00. So we can't go there until after lunch.
#Person2#: What else should we see?
#Person1#: I really want to spend some time in the art museum, because they have got this wonderful painting by Van Gogh. I've always wanted to have a look.
#Person2#: Ok, well, that'll be more than enough for today, then tomorrow let's go to the flower garden and have a picnic. | sightseeing |
train_6716 | #Person1#: Thank you for taking some time off from your busy schedule to answer a few questions about your life.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
#Person1#: Could you tell us about an average day in your life?
#Person2#: Sure. I get up early at 7 in the morning and then I have breakfast. After breakfast I go to the gym?
#Person1#: Are you studying anything now?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm watching a new film called The Man About Town.
#Person1#: What do you do in the afternoon?
#Person2#: First, I have lunch then I go to the studio and shoot some scenes.
#Person1#: Which scene are you acting today?
#Person2#: I'm acting the scene about an angry lover.
#Person1#: That's very interesting. What do you do in the evening?
#Person2#: I usually take a walk outside after dinner and then spend some time remembering my lines.
#Person1#: How do you spend your weekend? Do you go shopping or go to parties a lot?
#Person2#: No, I'd rather stay at home reading some books. | average day |
train_6717 | #Person1#: Here ' s my passport. I'm a visiting scholar.
#Person2#: Do you have anything to declare?
#Person1#: No, these are all my personal effects.
#Person2#: What's in the bag? Would you mind opening the bag?
#Person1#: Not at all. I don't know what's dutiable. Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use?
#Person2#: NO. You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings.
#Person1#: Thank you. | routing check |
train_6718 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir.
#Person2#: Good morning. I'd like a business suit made with this material.
#Person1#: Do you have a particular style in mind?
#Person2#: The kind that never goes out of fashion, I guess.
#Person1#: I think you should realize that even the most conservative style changes.
#Person2#: I'm sure you're right. I just dread the idea of making a new suit every year.
#Person1#: The changes are usually not that dramatic. We just got some pictures of the latest fashion. Would you like to take a look?
#Person2#: Good. I think I'll choose this single breasted one. When can I get it?
#Person1#: Next Friday.
#Person2#: Thank you. | suit customization |
train_6719 | #Person1#: How about another beer?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I've had more than enough. In fact, I must be running along.
#Person1#: Stay around for a while. The party is warming up.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I have to leave. I have to be up early tomorrow. | leaving the party |
train_6720 | #Person1#: I have redecorated my bedroom. I decide to repaint the walls and change the pictures. I also bought a new pair of curtains. What do you think of it?
#Person2#: I think is looks great. I really like the light colors you have chosen. The pictures are nice too. Did you buy any new furniture?
#Person1#: I bought a new mattress and some fresh bedclothes. I also bought a new dressing table and a new bedside table.
#Person2#: New furniture makes a room seem so fresh. I see that you also bought a new lamp for your bedside table.
#Person1#: Do you think that I should get a new wardrobe?
#Person2#: That wardrobe looks quite big. Is it full of clothes?
#Person1#: Yes. I have so many clothes stuffed into it. Perhaps I should get rid of some of them. There are clothes in there that I never wear anymore.
#Person2#: I like to get rid of clothes that I don't wear rather than keeping them in a wardrobe. They take up too much space. There are several charity shops that you can give old clothes to. They will be happy to receive them as long as they are in reasonable condition.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. After I get rid of the old clothes I no longer wear, I can see what new clothes I need to buy.
#Person2#: I need to buy some new clothes for the summer too. Perhaps we can go together one day.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll let you know when I'Ve sorted out my clothes. | shopping for new clothes |
train_6721 | #Person1#: May I take your order?
#Person2#: We'd like this course for two, please.
#Person1#: I'm afraid this course is for four persons.
#Person2#: Well, can't you make it for two only?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not, sir.
#Person2#: I see. Well, what do you recommend then?
#Person1#: I would recommend a soup with two or three small dishes.
#Person2#: Right, we'll have these three.
#Person1#: Would you like rice with your meal?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Just a moment, please. | order food |
train_6722 | #Person1#: Bang? ! Bang! Bang! What are the Kings doing at seven o'clock on Sunday morning?
#Person2#: Well, Mr. King is singing.
#Person1#: Yes, but what's the banging noise?
#Person2#: He's standing on a ladder and banging some nails into the wall with a hammer. Now he's hanging some strong strings on the nails.
#Person1#: And what's Mrs. King doing?
#Person2#: She's bringing something pink for Mr. King to drink. Now she's putting it. . . OK.
#Person1#: What's happening?
#Person2#: The ladder's falling?
#Person1#: What's Mr. King doing?
#Person2#: He's hanging from the string. He's holding onto the string with his fingers and shouting to Mrs. King.
#Person1#: And is she helping him?
#Person2#: No, she's running toward our house. That's her ringing the bell.
#Person1#: Well, I'm not going to answer it. I'm sleeping. | noisy Saturday morning |
train_6723 | #Person1#: Okay, can I ask you something direct?
#Person2#: Ha!
#Person1#: It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush.
#Person2#: Fair enough.
#Person1#: Give it to me straight. Did she bully you into this?
#Person2#: No, seriously. . . I really want this.
#Person1#: I tell ya, when I got the invite, it really threw me for a loop. You've done a complete 180.
#Person2#: I know. But things have changed. I guess I've settled down.
#Person1#: I guess so. | attitude change |
train_6724 | #Person1#: Li Lei, can you tell me what the origin of Easter is?
#Person2#: The Bible says that Jesus Christ was resurrected three days after he was crucified. People commemorate that at a festival called Easter.
#Person1#: Oh, then when do you celebrate Easter?
#Person2#: We celebrate it on the first Sunday after a full moon on or after the 21st of March.
#Person1#: How do you celebrate it?
#Person2#: We make a lot of Easter eggs and then paint some designs on them. We'll also go to church and pray.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting. | Easter |
train_6725 | #Person1#: Hello, Tom. How do you find the dinner of yesterday?
#Person2#: Very good. That may be the most delicious food I have ever eaten.
#Person1#: It's nice of you to say so.
#Person2#: I really appreciate you for having invited me.
#Person1#: Don't mention it. You know, we're old friends.
#Person2#: Anyway, I owe you one. Are you free tonight?
#Person1#: Yes. Why?
#Person2#: I want to invite you to enjoy the food I cook.
#Person1#: That's great. I'd love to. | dinner |
train_6726 | #Person1#: Well, how was your honeymoon?
#Person2#: It was fantastic! We had such a good time. The only problem was that because it was their high season, we spent hours queuing.
#Person1#: Peak periods always entail hours of queuing. At least you got a nice tan though!
#Person2#: Yes, Florida had great weather while we were there. You look tan, too. Did you go somewhere?
#Person1#: My friends and I just got back from Bali.
#Person2#: Wow! Bali Islands have some of the best beaches in the world, don't they?
#Person1#: Yes, we were lucky. My friend's father owns a resort on one of the islands, so we were able to stay for free.
#Person2#: Did you go diving while you were there?
#Person1#: I took a few diving classes, but I didn't really like it, so I did snorkeling instead!
#Person2#: Did you take any pictures in the ocean?
#Person1#: I've got quite a few pictures of all different kinds of fish. I'll show them to you next time I see you.
#Person2#: Have you started planning your christmas vacation yet?
#Person1#: We're planning on going skiing in Switzerland. Do you ski?
#Person2#: No, but I do like snowboarding.
#Person1#: Would you like to go skiing with us for christmas?
#Person2#: I'll talk to my husband about it ; I'm sure he'll say yes! He loves Switzerland!
#Person1#: It is Europe's spotless land of lakes and mountains! Let me know as soon as you can so we can get a discount. | Chrismas vacation |
train_6727 | #Person1#: Hi, Martin. I'Ve been looking for you all morning.
#Person2#: What's up?
#Person1#: I want to say goodbye. I'm leaving for America tomorrow.
#Person2#: America? Did you get admit to MIT?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Congratulations! Susan. I'm so happy for you.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Really going to miss you.
#Person1#: Me too. I'll write to you once I get settled. But I have so much to do. You might have to wait a while. But I really will write to you. I love to write letters. I think it's more meaning than the emails even than the phone call.
#Person2#: Ok. Take care. Have a nice journey.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Look after yourself. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | farewell |
train_6728 | #Person1#: Well, Jeff, that was a very productive meeting, I thought. You had some really great ideas in there!
#Person2#: Really? Well, thanks for saying so.
#Person1#: No, I mean it. Look, are you hungry? Shall we go get something to eat?
#Person2#: Sure. Why not?
#Person1#: OK, well, let me just get my coat and we'll go to the diner around the corner.
#Person2#: OK. | dinner |
train_6729 | #Person1#: Hi. Ed, what's up?
#Person2#: Nothing.
#Person1#: Doesn't look like it to me.
#Person2#: Just get out of my face!
#Person1#: Woo, easy.
#Person2#: Leave me alone!
#Person1#: What are you so ticked off about?
#Person2#: I don't want to talk about it.
#Person1#: Maybe I could help.
#Person2#: I blew the finally exam.
#Person1#: You've got be joking.
#Person2#: No, I'm not.
#Person1#: Well, don't get bend on a ship about it. | final exam |
train_6730 | #Person1#: You must be new.
#Person2#: As a matter of fact, I am.
#Person1#: Have you just started college?
#Person2#: No. I transferred here from a different school.
#Person1#: What school?
#Person2#: I transferred here from PCC.
#Person1#: Do you like it here?
#Person2#: I really like it here so far.
#Person1#: Do you like it better here or at PCC?
#Person2#: I like PCC better.
#Person1#: If that's the case, then why did you leave?
#Person2#: I graduated and I'am working towards my next degree. | transfer from PCC |
train_6731 | #Person1#: Hi Mark.
#Person2#: Hi.
#Person1#: What are you planning to do today?
#Person2#: I'm not sure yet.
#Person1#: Would you like to have lunch with me?
#Person2#: Yes. When?
#Person1#: Is 11:30 AM OK?
#Person2#: Sorry, I didn't hear you. Can you say that again please?
#Person1#: I said, 11:30 AM.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm busy then. Can we meet a little later?
#Person1#: OK, how about 12:30 PM?
#Person2#: OK. Where?
#Person1#: How about Bill's Seafood Restaurant?
#Person2#: Oh, Where is that?
#Person1#: It's on 7th Street.
#Person2#: OK, I'll meet you there. | lunch |
train_6732 | #Person1#: What did the boss say to you?
#Person2#: He asked me to beef up in the work.
#Person1#: Yeah. You look so unhappy recently. What's the matter.
#Person2#: Nothing, thanks. I am just not in the mood these days. | work |
train_6733 | #Person1#: Shall we for go out for a meal this evening?
#Person2#: I don't really mind.
#Person1#: We can go to that new Chinese restaurant.
#Person2#: I suppose I could.
#Person1#: Come on, let's try it.
#Person2#: All right. If you really want to. | dinner |
train_6734 | #Person1#: Hello, Hanson. Today I come to say goodbye to you, for I'm going back to London tomorrow.
#Person2#: No, not so soon. Couldn't I persuade you to stay a couple of days more?
#Person1#: Much as I wish to but I really can't. I've already booked the flight.
#Person2#: I hope this won't be our last meeting.
#Person1#: Of course not. You can come to London to visit me in future. And I also will come here if I have a chance.
#Person2#: I will miss you.
#Person1#: I will miss you, too. You're really a good friend.
#Person2#: It's a pity that I'm too busy to see you off tomorrow.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter.
#Person2#: Take care of yourself and remember to keep in touch.
#Person1#: I will.
#Person2#: Goodbye and have a good flight.
#Person1#: Thankyou. Goodbye! | goodbye |
train_6735 | #Person1#: Let's see if we can reach some sort of agreement over your curfew.
#Person2#: Okay. Everyone else's parents let them stay out until two or three in the morning.
#Person1#: Well. I'm not everyone else's father. I think you need to be in the house by ten o'clock.
#Person2#: That's absurd.
#Person1#: I think most of your classmates go home earlier than ten.
#Person2#: I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that.
#Person1#: I'll be worried if you stay out that late.
#Person2#: Okay, how about a midnight curfew? And I'll let you know where I am.
#Person1#: Fine, but you have to pick up your cellphone if I call. | curfew |
train_6736 | #Person1#: May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: He is at the warehouse this morning.
#Person1#: What time do you expect him back?
#Person2#: Sorry, I have no idea. You can call him there if you like.
#Person1#: Ok, I have the number. Bye! | call |
train_6737 | #Person1#: Our current apartment is valued at RMB 700, 000. We can sell it and put that money towards buying the new apartment.
#Person2#: Yeah, but we still need RMB 500, 000. Maybe we can use some of our savings to pay part of it.
#Person1#: And we can take out a loan to pay the rest.
#Person2#: Great, so we can afford the new apartment after all!
#Person1#: Uh huh. . . but we're going to have to cut back on our shopping from now on. | new apartment |
train_6738 | #Person1#: That looks like a bad accident.
#Person2#: Yeah, should we get out and help?
#Person1#: No, there's a police car behind us. He'll stop.
#Person2#: Looks like the one guy lost control in all this rain, and the other one hit him.
#Person1#: Yeah. It's pretty bad, that car looks like a coke can.
#Person2#: These accidents always cause traffic jams on rainy days.
#Person1#: Yeah, it looks like we're in for a long drive.
#Person2#: Ah, well. Put on the news. I got up late and missed it.
#Person1#: All right. | a car accident |
train_6739 | #Person1#: Next, please.
#Person2#: Here are our passports and tickets.
#Person1#: Let's see. Yes, here are your passports back. Did you pack your luggage yourselves?
#Person2#: Yes, we did. Just this morning.
#Person1#: Did anyone approach you to ask you to carry anything for them?
#Person2#: No, sir. We left directly from the hostel.
#Person1#: Are these four pieces all your luggage?
#Person2#: Yes. Oh! And these two carry-ons.
#Person1#: You'd better attach these stickers to your carry-ons.
#Person2#: Right. Thanks.
#Person1#: Here are your baggage claim stubs, miss. And here are your boarding passes. Your seats are 29K and 29J. Your flight leaves at Gate 7, and we'll be boarding in about an hour and a half.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Have a nice flight. | airplane tickets |
train_6740 | #Person1#: What a nice day!
#Person2#: Yes. How about going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass?
#Person1#: Great, let's go!
#Person2#: Hey, darling, I think I might have a little heatstroke from being in the sun all day. I was so relaxed. It felt as if I were in another world.
#Person1#: Exactly. You know, the sunshine and wind remind me of our honeymoon. You remember? The island, the sound of the waves, the salty sea air and the sunshine. . .
#Person2#: Yes, it was wonderful but it's already been a year. How time flies!
#Person1#: Why not go again to celebrate our one-year anniversary? We can go to the same beach, stay in the same hotel and enjoy a dinner in the same restaurant.
#Person2#: Are you kidding? Can you afford it? Do you think we can get a room on such short voice?
#Person1#: Never mind that, I'll take care of it. Are you available next week?
#Person2#: Yeah, I think so.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll make the arrangements. It will be great.
#Person2#: Wonderful! I'll start packing our suitcases. | one-year anniversary |
train_6741 | #Person1#: I'd like to help pitch in with dinner.
#Person2#: Really? You are joking?
#Person1#: No, I'd like to do something special for you on your birthday.
#Person2#: I'd like that. Alright, put on this apron first.
#Person1#: OK. Now how can I help, hon?
#Person2#: Hmm, let me see. Boil some water, and then whisk two eggs.
#Person1#: Easy, I can do that with my eyes closed. Done.
#Person2#: Not bad. OK, now take some meat and potatoes from the fridge.
#Person1#: How many potatoes do you need?
#Person2#: Three. And bring four bell peppers.
#Person1#: Gotcha, OK. Here they are.
#Person2#: Now wash them, then dice the potatoes and bell peppers, then slice the meat.
#Person1#: Where is the peeler?
#Person2#: It's in the cabinet. Adam, The gas cooker doesn't work.
#Person1#: What? Oh shit! I cut my finger.
#Person2#: Let me take a look at that. I can't stop the bleeding. We need to go to the hospital.
#Person1#: I guess cooking is not as easy as I thought. | birthday |
train_6742 | #Person1#: Hey, don't walk on the lawn.
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm looking for my wallet.
#Person1#: You lost your wallet? Anything important in it?
#Person2#: Yes. A lot of cash. Almost forty thousand pounds.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. I think you'd better talk to the police officer walking there.
#Person2#: It seems that is a better way. Thank you.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | look for wallet |
train_6743 | #Person1#: Welcome to Jinyuan Shoe Town. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a pair of white sports shoes to go with my jeans.
#Person1#: White? What make do you want? Arid what size?
#Person2#: Adidas. Size 38.
#Person1#: Adidas? They wear well. Try this pair, Size 38, please.
#Person2#: Yes. ( After trying ) A bit tight actually, they pinch my toes. Have you got a larger pair. Size 39?
#Person1#: Okay. What about this one?
#Person2#: ( After trying ) Mm, this pair fits me well. I'll take it. How much is it?
#Person1#: You are so lucky. They are on sale today. It costs only 250 yuan. Pay at the counter over there.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you. | shopping for shoes |
train_6744 | #Person1#: We have been here for about five days and I have to leave now.
#Person2#: Ok! You know you're always welcome here. Did you enjoy your stay?
#Person1#: Yes, we have a very pleasant time. Thank you for being so nice for us.
#Person2#: It's our pleasure. And is there anything else we can do for you before you leave here?
#Person1#: No, thanks. You've done a lot for us. Thank you for everything.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. Oh, This is a small gift for you.
#Person1#: Oh! Thank you! It's very kind of you.
#Person2#: We hope you could visit our company again.
#Person1#: We're sure we will. And welcome to our corporation next year. We're expecting you.
#Person2#: Ok! We'll definitely go to visit your company. | visit |
train_6745 | #Person1#: What do you think of the products at the furniture store downtown?
#Person2#: I think they have a very good range of products. I like the quality of them. You get good quality for the price that you pay. And most of the products are environmentally sound.
#Person1#: What can you usually buy there?
#Person2#: Well, I usually buy functional furniture, such as bookcases, cupboards and armchairs. And sometimes I buy table cloths and bed sheets.
#Person1#: Is there anything you don't like about shopping there?
#Person2#: Oh, there is. It can be very crowded because it's a popular store, and you get a lot of people. It often results in very long lines at the checkouts. You can wait for quite a long time to pay for your goods.
#Person1#: So... are you planning another trip to the store?
#Person2#: Yes, I expect so. I'll probably go again in January for the sales. | furniture store downtow |
train_6746 | #Person1#: Yes, Sir. You called?
#Person2#: Yes, I wonder if you could bring me another bottle of beer.
#Person1#: Certainly. Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: Well, my grandson is supposed to meet me in London at the airport. Do you think he'll be able to find me?
#Person1#: I'm sure he will. You don't have to worry about that. Are you going to be visiting him?
#Person2#: Yes. I've never seen my grandson.
#Person1#: I think you'll have a wonderful time in London. It's beautiful, is this your first time abroad?
#Person2#: No, I saw quite a bit of Europe before, Rome, Berlin, Paris, places like that, but I've never been to London.
#Person1#: Oh, then you have flown before too.
#Person2#: No, that was during the Second World War and I went to Europe on a large ship carrying soldiers.
#Person1#: Things are quite different in Europe nowadays.
#Person2#: I'm sure they are. I'm really interested to get there.
#Person1#: Well, it's 4:00 now and we'll be there at 6:00. Will you be staying long?
#Person2#: I plan to stay five weeks. I was a teacher but I have stopped working. My wife has dead and so I can go wherever I want.
#Person1#: I think you'll have a good time. I'll go and get a beer for you. | go to London |
train_6747 | #Person1#: Miss Taylor, what sports do you go in for?
#Person2#: I'm absolutely mad about tennis. But I enjoy basketball and volleyball from time to time, too.
#Person1#: They say that sports are most liked in English schools and universities.
#Person2#: Right. We think sports will enable the students to better face life in the highly competitive society we are living in.
#Person1#: I quite agree. We should pay more attention to building up strong bodies with healthy minds. Oh, Miss Taylor, what are the most popular sports in Britain?
#Person2#: Well, it's out of question that football's at the top of the list. We call it soccer in England.
#Person1#: It seems to be a common topic of conversation.
#Person2#: Yes, in fact, I think apart from the weather, it's the thing most talked about in England.
#Person1#: So if we want to start a conversation with a stranger, we'd better start talking about the weather or a recent football match. Is that the idea? | English sports |
train_6748 | #Person1#: How was the job interview? I think you'll make a good journalist. I remember you as the best writer of the class.
#Person2#: Well, in fact, my application was turned down. They were looking for people with experience in the profession. | fail the interview |
train_6749 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary. Haven't seen you for ages!
#Person2#: Hi, Mr. Jones. Yes, it has been such a long time since we met!
#Person1#: Have you made up your mind to take up business as a career?
#Person2#: Yes. Actually, I've already started. I began my studies at the beginning of this term.
#Person1#: Very glad to hear it. Then what are you going to do when you finish?
#Person2#: Oh, I shall go to Hong Kong to practice there.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. It must be easy to find a job in Hong Kong.
#Person2#: Oh, I think so. You know there is a great deal of opportunities for business there.
#Person1#: And English is very useful in your job.
#Person2#: I think it will be very useful in many ways because there's a lot about business written in English. Besides, Hong Kong is an international trade center. English is useful in almost all walks of life.
#Person1#: Then you'll be a very promising businesswoman there.
#Person2#: That's my wish. But I have to suffer now.
#Person1#: No problem. You can do it well, I'm sure.
#Person2#: I hope so. | business career |
train_6750 | #Person1#: Happy Anniversary!
#Person2#: Oh, thank you. They're beautiful. You shouldn't have ... especially since our anniversary was last week.
#Person1#: What? Oh, I completely forgot ...
#Person2#: Again?
#Person1#: No Way. I can't believe it.
#Person2#: Neither can I, but you did.
#Person1#: Ah, how can I make it up to you ... again? Anything!
#Person2#: Okay, let's negotiate. [Negotiate?] First of all, I want to go on that dream vacation you've always promised me.
#Person1#: You mean, to Chicago?
#Person2#: No! To Europe. I want to fly first class and stay at 5-star hotels. And no more places with broken heaters, leaky showers, and dirty bedding.
#Person1#: Ah, were those places that bad?
#Person2#: Well, SOMETHING a little nicer, at least once in a blue moon, would be nice. [Well ... ] And, oh yeah. Next, I want to get a new kitchen stove. The old one took its last breath weeks ago.
#Person1#: But we ...
#Person2#: No, we're NOT going to use the outdoor barbecue anymore. It isn't any fun at all cooking outside in the winter, with icicles hanging from your nose.
#Person1#: That bad?
#Person2#: Not for YOU since you're always watching from inside.
#Person1#: Oh, well.
#Person2#: And finally, I want a new wardrobe: some new dresses, shirts, pants, earrings ...
#Person1#: But ...
#Person2#: And, NO, I'm not going to wear your grandmother's old secondhand pants again.
#Person1#: Is that it?
#Person2#: Uh, hmm, for now. So, why don't we grab a bite to eat before we start planning the entire adventure.
#Person1#: But lunch wasn't on the list.
#Person2#: Let's see. Paris, Rome, London, then a short detour to Russia, China, [What?!] and, ooh, and Hawaii on the way home.
#Person1#: Wow. I'd better ask the boss for a huge raise. | wedding anniversary |
train_6751 | #Person1#: Where have you been all this time? The train is about to leave!
#Person2#: Sorry I'm late, but I was waiting for you at the information desk upstairs. It's lucky I thought to look for you here on the platform. | waiting |
train_6752 | #Person1#: You're always working around the house on Saturday, painting and doing repairs. You must enjoy it.
#Person2#: Not really. I'd rather relax or go fishing, but Saturday is the only day I have to get anything done. By the time I get home from work during the week, I'm too tired. | tiring work |
train_6753 | #Person1#: Next! Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: This place is a madhouse! Everybody is pushing and shoving!
#Person1#: Yes, I know. We are short-handed and we are very crowded today Now what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want a ticket to New York.
#Person1#: Okay. One way or round trip?
#Person2#: One way, of course. I don't want to hang around here any longer. I was here in Los Angeles last year and I hated it. I come here on business every year and I hate it. It's too spread out, too smoggy!
#Person1#: That'll be $ 375. How would you like to pay?
#Person2#: Cash, of course. I don't believe in plastic money or credit cards, or any of that. Listen, can you hurry it up? You're taking forever!
#Person1#: I'm doing my best, sir. Aisle or window seat?
#Person2#: Window seat.
#Person1#: Smoking or nonsmoking?
#Person2#: Nonsmoking, of course! Oh, by the way, I'm supposed to get a special meal. Doctor's order - I can't eat meat. Last time I had a special salad plate. I'd like one of those this time, too.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I'm not able to do that. We need twenty-four hours notice for special meal.
#Person2#: What! You can't give me my special salad?
#Person1#: I'm sony. I would like to, but I simply cannot.
#Person2#: Well, I don't give up so easily. Where's your supervisor? | air ticket |
train_6754 | #Person1#: Jane, have you got time this evening?
#Person2#: Not really, I'm afraid. But I'll be free tomorrow.
#Person1#: Well, I'll be busy then. Maybe another time, I'll ring up to see if you are not engaged in anything later.
#Person2#: Sure. See you. | free time |
train_6755 | #Person1#: Sarah, what did you do today?
#Person2#: I went shopping.
#Person1#: Did you buy anything?
#Person2#: Yes, I bought a few things.
#Person1#: What did you buy?
#Person2#: I bought this coat. Do you like it?
#Person1#: Yeah, I like it a lot. It's very pretty. Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: At the mall on 5th street.
#Person1#: Was it expensive?
#Person2#: No, it wasn't expensive. It was on sale for 20 dollars.
#Person1#: That's cheap.
#Person2#: I know. It was a really good deal.
#Person1#: I don't think you'll need to wear it for a while. It's been really hot lately. | coat |
train_6756 | #Person1#: What's your schedule like this year?
#Person2#: Pretty busy. I have to pick up a lot of credits this year.
#Person1#: What's your major?
#Person2#: I'm majoring in French literature.
#Person1#: Oh, don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry? It's really difficult. I hear the students in that class have to write a paper 100 pages long.
#Person2#: That's right. We got the assignment last week.
#Person1#: When is it due?
#Person2#: Next Monday!
#Person1#: Remind me never to sign up for that course! | study schedule |
train_6757 | #Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?
#Person2#: Nothing planned. How about you?
#Person1#: Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink.
#Person2#: I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too.
#Person1#: I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this stuff.
#Person2#: But we have to work tomorrow.
#Person1#: We won't stay out too late. I just need to forget about work.
#Person2#: I hear ya. Let's do it. | drink |
train_6758 | #Person1#: I've got to put together a sales pitch to give to our clients in the morning. You always give such amazing presentations, I was hoping you could give me some advice about how to win them over tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sure, it's easy. First of all, the secret to a successful oral presentation is to keep things simple. People are listening and they usually don't have a long attention spans. Stick to about three or four points, give an overview of the points, then present them one by one, and then summarzie at the end. Be straightforward and organized and you're sure to be remembered.
#Person1#: What kind of visuals should I use to support the presentation? Do you think I should use powerpoint?
#Person2#: You should consider the size and interests of your audience. In other words, who is listening, and what do they want to hear... you can put together a PPT with some graphics and animations that will catch people's attention, but be careful not to go overboard.
#Person1#: I think I can put something together, no problem. But when it comes to tomorrow, I'll just be a bundle of nerves! How can I get over my fear of speaking in public?
#Person2#: You know, stage fright is very normal, most people get nervous before they have to speak in front of large groups. Just prepare well, rehearse beforehand, and trust that you will be great... and you will be! | advice on speeech |
train_6759 | #Person1#: I hate it when footballers spit on the football pitch during a game. It's disgusting. I wonder why they do it?
#Person2#: I've no idea, but spitting is common in many countries.
#Person1#: Isn't impolite and unsanitary?
#Person2#: It's certainly unsanitary. There are many customs in other countries that may seem strange to us. For example, in Thailand, you should never touch someone on the head.
#Person1#: Interesting. I know that in some countries, you shouldn't blow your noise in front of other people.
#Person2#: I think that's a good custom. I hate it when people do that.
#Person1#: A common habit that I hate is chewing whit you mouth open. Luckily, adults rarely do it. Is seems that kids grow out of it.
#Person2#: Do you often scratch your head when you are thinking?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I wonder why people do that? Oh look, I'm doing it now!
#Person2#: I rub my chin when I'm thinking. My mother scratches her nose.
#Person3#:
#Person2#: Oh, the eyes-definitely. I really think you can tell a lot about a person's personality from their eyes.
#Person1#: I agree. Which part of the body do you find least attractive?
#Person2#: The feet! Why are people's feet so ugly?
#Person1#: I don't know, but according to this magazine survey, most people agree with you that the feet are the most unattractive part of the body and that eyes are the most attractive.
#Person2#: Really? What else does the survey say? | strange customs |
train_6760 | #Person1#: Excuse me, my seat is next to yours.
#Person2#: Are you also taking this flight to London?
#Person1#: Yes. Are you going to London on business?
#Person2#: No, I'm going to Glasgow to visit my son. He studying in Glasgow University. Are you going to study in Britain?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm studying in Saint Johns College in Cambridge over the coming 2 years.
#Person2#: That's wonderful. Is this your first trip abroad?
#Person1#: Yes, actually this is my first by air. That's why I'm a bit nervous.
#Person2#: Well, relax. There's nothing to worry about. | talk |
train_6761 | #Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like some eggs.
#Person1#: Eggs? OK. How many, please?
#Person2#: 12, please.
#Person1#: Here you are. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, do you have any green tea here?
#Person1#: Yes, how much do you want?
#Person2#: Could I have half a kilo?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here you are.
#Person2#: How much are all these things?
#Person1#: Let me see. 14 yuan, please.
#Person2#: Here is the money. Thank you. | shopping |
train_6762 | #Person1#: Today we are visiting Woodhill Shelter, the most unusual animal shelter in Britain.
#Person2#: He does not house wild animals rescued from zoos or sea creatures for motion parks.
#Person1#: What it does have is a lot of lucky and happy cows pigs goats sheep and chickens rescued from becoming your lunch by animal rights groups, the shelter was set up by Jill Ann Ben Smith.
#Person2#: Neither of them eat animal products, but lives instead on a plant based diet.
#Person1#: They say it is a kinder and better way to live.
#Person2#: The shelter wasn't much visited until 3 years after it was built and now it has large numbers of followers.
#Person1#: All the farm workers are volunteers without pay, but get free lunch and coffee in return for their work.
#Person2#: If you want more information about the farm you can Phone 6978325 and if you want to become a volunteer you must visit the website and fill in the online form.
#Person1#: Posts are not accepted because letters are easy to lose. | Woodhill animal Shelter |
train_6763 | #Person1#: OK, I think we have 2 choices of where we can spend our vacation. The first place is a little house. It's located on a fruit farm. But it says there is no air conditioner.
#Person2#: That's OK. It's on the rainy side of the island. It's cooler there.
#Person1#: You're probably right. But there is no washing machine or dryer, not even a TV.
#Person2#: Oh no, no TV? That's terrible. What's our second choice?
#Person1#: It's on the opposite side of the island, a very nice place with a big swimming pool. It's only 3 blocks from the ocean and the pool area also has a beautiful garden.
#Person2#: Wow, it does have everything, washing machine, dryer, TV, refrigerator. All we need is our toothbrushes. Let's go with the second choice. I can't wait to go.
#Person1#: OK, I'll call them right now and book it. | holiday |
train_6764 | #Person1#: I think the car we saw yesterday would be a good deal. What do you think?
#Person2#: Yes, but I think you should ask someone to take a look at it just to be sure.
#Person1#: My friend Jack knows cars and he helped me do the check this morning.
#Person2#: It was smart of you to think ahead. Have you and the salesman agreed on a price?
#Person1#: Yes, he finally agreed to accept the discounted price I asked.
#Person2#: Then have you thought about how to pay?
#Person1#: Well, I've saved up enough money to pay cash for this car.
#Person2#: Good. Let me go with you to make the payment and drive the car home for you.
#Person1#: Thank you. That would make it much easier for me.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Let's go take care of that right now. | buy car |
train_6765 | #Person1#: These goods can be broken very easily, so we would be thankful if you would be sure to use durable packing materials.
#Person2#: That will be no problem. We never use any kind of inferior packaging. Your goods will be safe.
#Person1#: Good. Can we ask you to put a country of origin mark on each container?
#Person2#: We always do that, but I will make a point to check it for you since it is so important.
#Person1#: Do you always put a quality mark on each container? For this shipment it is crucial to us that you do.
#Person2#: We don't usually do that unless we are asked to. I'lI tell my staff to take care of this for you.
#Person1#: Thanks. This shipment is so important to us there cannot be any foul-ups. | shipping goods |
train_6766 | #Person1#: This house is not looking all that great from here
#Person2#: You can ' t really tell everything about a house from the outside. Let ' s go inside.
#Person1#: I don ' t think that it is looking any better inside here.
#Person2#: I think that fresh paint and cleaning would help it look a little better.
#Person1#: It is just too dark in here with so few windows.
#Person2#: I hear that the kitchen is quite large. Let ' s go check it out.
#Person1#: The kitchen may be large, but it doesn ' t have any storage space.
#Person2#: The master suite is supposed to be quite elegant. Maybe it will be a little better.
#Person1#: How many dogs live in this house?
#Person2#: I think that we have seen all that we need to see here. Let ' s go look at another house. | house |
train_6767 | #Person1#: Could you please help me to check out the book?
#Person2#: Sure, what's the author's name, please.
#Person1#: I can't remember that clearly. It probably be Charles...
#Person2#: Charles Dickens?
#Person1#: No, no, no. I'm not interested in literature.
#Person2#: OK, do you know the title of the book?
#Person1#: Oh, sorry. I'm always absent-minded. I remember that I've put a note in my pocket.
#Person2#: So, show me the note please.
#Person1#: I can't find it now.
#Person2#: Oh, such bad luck, sir. Can you please name the category of the book?
#Person1#: Let me see. It's not fiction. It's biography.
#Person2#: OK, I'll search it for you. A moment, please.
#Person1#: Thanks. | search for a book |
train_6768 | #Person1#: Hi. Have you got a personal computer?
#Person2#: Certainly. What's the matter?
#Person1#: I wonder if you often trade with others on the internet.
#Person2#: Sure. I often buy things or do business through it without going out to the physical stores.
#Person1#: Great! It's just like viewless stores. But how can you shop or order on line or trade on line?
#Person2#: That's simple. Just click the hyperlink, www. taobao. com or www. ebay. com, and you can see the specimen of the goods shown on the screen, and then you can place an order online with the sales company. And the goods will be delivered to your place.
#Person1#: Is the service charged?
#Person2#: No. it's free.
#Person1#: Really. I'll get a computer at once. | trade online |
train_6769 | #Person1#: Hi, still in the office? It's already 7.
#Person2#: I would like to go but I have to finish a very important presentation. Our boss needs it for tomorrow's morning meeting and I was given the complete information only late this afternoon.
#Person1#: Sounds like our boss. Typically him always late with important information. Anything I can help?
#Person2#: Oh, that will be great. Thank you so much. Please help me to double-check the name list. I have to make sure they are all correct.
#Person1#: Ok, shall I make a coffee first?
#Person2#: Not for me. It is already late. I can not fall asleep after drinking coffee this late. | overtime working |
train_6770 | #Person1#: Hello, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm looking for something to wear to a formal party.
#Person1#: What dress size do you wear?
#Person2#: Medium, a woman's size 10 or 12.
#Person1#: This dress is the latest fashion form Paris. It's made of pure silk. And this silk blouse would go with this skirt. Do you like it?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Why don't you try it on and see how you feel about it?
#Person2#: That's a great idea. I'll try it on.
#Person1#: How does that feel?
#Person2#: It feels very good.
#Person1#: You look wonderful.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll take it. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | buy a dress |
train_6771 | #Person1#: You seemed to be fed up with Mary.
#Person2#: Yeah. I get sick of her. She always bends my ear about what she thinks.
#Person1#: She is a barking dog. But she means well.
#Person2#: But I don't like anyone who would drive me crazy by telling me what to do.
#Person1#: You are unfair to her. She is a very nice girl. | dislike someone |
train_6772 | #Person1#: My son is alway complaining that I dump on him. He was very rude and told me to mind my own business. I cannot put up with that.
#Person2#: What does his dad say?
#Person1#: John is a peacemaker. He simply doesn't bother. He says he should give him a free hand. | son |
train_6773 | #Person1#: Let's go to the cinema tonight, shall we?
#Person2#: Good idea. Is there a good movie on?
#Person1#: What about'Farewell My Concubine'? I've been wanting to see it for a long time.
#Person2#: All right. But it'll be difficult to buy tickets I suppose.
#Person1#: My brother has offered me two tickets for this evening.
#Person2#: What time does it begin?
#Person1#: At eight thirty.
#Person2#: I'll come for you at about eight.
#Person1#: OK, I'll be waiting. | see a movie |
train_6774 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm Lucas, I just moved in next door.
#Person2#: Oh, hi Lucas, come on in. I'm Barbara. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you too.
#Person2#: Would you like something to drink? I've got tea and some grape juice.
#Person1#: Thanks. Some tea would be nice. Chinese tea is great. I really like your tea set. Where did you get it?
#Person2#: Oh, there is a supermarket not far from here. But there is also a tea house around the corner, where you can get tea, taste tea and get a tea set as well.
#Person1#: Oh yeah, I saw the tea house the other day. I think I might go and have a look sometime. It's a nice neighborhood here.
#Person2#: You are right about that. It's quiet and very convenient. You can get to the bus and the subway stations within ten minutes'walk. There's a grocery store, a book store, a gym, and many restaurants along the street.
#Person1#: There's a gym nearby? That's exciting! I really want to start to go to gym as soon as possible. I've been lazy this summer holiday and have put on some weight.
#Person2#: Well, if you want we can go together sometime. Actually I was thinking of going this afternoon, if you like, you can join me and I can show you the neighborhood along the way.
#Person1#: That would be wonderful. Thanks! | neighborhood |
train_6775 | #Person1#: Don't you ever cheat on me.
#Person2#: Why would I do that?
#Person1#: Because men like to cheat.
#Person2#: Some men do, but not me.
#Person1#: I'm watching you.
#Person2#: I'm an open book. Watch me all you want.
#Person1#: If I catch you, you'll be sorry.
#Person2#: You won't catch me, because I love you. I'm not a cheater.
#Person1#: I will poke your eyes out.
#Person2#: I don't want any other woman.
#Person1#: I will chop your toes off, one by one.
#Person2#: Honey, please. You're the only woman for me, forever. I swear it. | cheat |
train_6776 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to return this book.
#Person1#: May I do anything else for you?
#Person2#: I would also like to check out this magazine.
#Person1#: I can't let you do that.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: Our policy doesn't allow anyone to check out the magazines.
#Person2#: What things am I allowed to check out?
#Person1#: You are only allowed to check out books or videos.
#Person2#: I really need to check out this magazine.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but that's our policy.
#Person2#: That's stupid. | at the library |
train_6777 | #Person1#: How are you feeling, John?
#Person2#: Oh, not too bad, but I've got to stay in bed.
#Person1#: Do more exercises after you are healthy.
#Person2#: Ok, I will. You have said that many times.
#Person1#: Are you hungry? Do you want me to buy something for you to eat?
#Person2#: No, there's no need. Thank you all the same. | ailment |
train_6778 | #Person1#: Sorry! Excuse me! I got your message.
#Person2#: Taylor? Taylor! Is this a joke? Is it really you? But. . . but. . . everyone said you were dead!
#Person1#: That's OK. Just let it out. I'm OK! I was out of town with. . . Femi.
#Person2#: Oh, Taylor! I'm so. . . so happy. But then. . . who's that?
#Person1#: Taylor Smith. But not me. The pallbearers are carrying out the casket. It would be rude to just leave. Let's follow. |
fake death |
train_6779 | #Person1#: Have you heard Jenny divorced her French husband?
#Person2#: Oh, really? No wonder that she looks quite depressed recently.
#Person1#: Yes. They used to be joined at the hip.
#Person2#: I heard they were just married for half a year.
#Person1#: That's true. She said they often argued over nickel-and-dime things.
#Person2#: Yeah. Mixed marriage is tempting but full of culture shock.
#Person1#: You said it. You know, they fell in love at the first sight and quickly jumped into marriage.
#Person2#: Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married.
#Person1#: Definitely. Just hope Jenny can recover from the pain of divorce soon. | mixed marriage |
train_6780 | #Person1#: I'm afraid it's a bad news for you. There are some problems in your supervised goods.
#Person2#: Oh, no! How did this happen. Are you sure?
#Person1#: I overheard this information when I passed Arden's office. We got some complaints from consumers yesterday. I am terribly sorry for that.
#Person2#: My God! I actually checked them one by one. How could this be?
#Person1#: Calm down! It is useless to act like that. Can we find some solutions?
#Person2#: What kind of solution can I have now? I nearly go crazy now.
#Person1#: But we still have to find one. Can we find Arden to check whether this is true or not?
#Person2#: It seems that I have nothing to do, except this.
#Person1#: Face the reality. Maybe we can find the way to make up the loss. | customer complaints |
train_6781 | #Person1#: how was your day?
#Person2#: let's start with you. How was yours?
#Person1#: it was really busy. I had to work straight through my lunch break.
#Person2#: did you get to leave early then?
#Person1#: my boss told me that I could either go home early or take a long lunch break another day, so I decided to wait and take a long lunch break another time.
#Person2#: it was nice of your boss to give you an option. My boss would never do that.
#Person1#: let's get back to you. How was your day?
#Person2#: it was horrible! It was just one thing after another.
#Person1#: you look pretty upset. Are you ok?
#Person2#: I'm fine. But I have bad news.
#Person1#: what's that?
#Person2#: I got sacked today.
#Person1#: you're kidding! How did that happen?
#Person2#: well, I was late to work today. It was the third time I was late this week.
#Person1#: how late were you?
#Person2#: only about 5 minutes.
#Person1#: you got fired for being a few minutes late?
#Person2#: my boss is really picky about that. He never arrives late, usually works over-time, and always gets his work done on time.
#Person1#: oh well. You never really liked your boss anyway, did you? | social meeting |
train_6782 | #Person1#: Why do you want to be a teacher?
#Person2#: It's a job I've been dreaming of since I was very little. I firmly believe that teaching is one of the most honorable jobs in the world.
#Person1#: In what department do you wish to work if we hire you?
#Person2#: I want to work in the English Department, as I am an English major. | job interview |
train_6783 | #Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to buy a color TV.
#Person1#: We carry products from three large manufacturers and some imported ones, too. Do you have a specific model in mind?
#Person2#: No. Which one do you recommend?
#Person1#: This one from Sony gives a very sharp picture.
#Person2#: Thank you, but I'd prefer to buy a China-made set.
#Person1#: Which brand do you prefer?
#Person2#: Sky worth.
#Person1#: OK. Come with me, please. | buy a TV |
train_6784 | #Person1#: Peter, I hope you will accept my quotation for the air freshener.
#Person2#: I wish I could place a monthly order for a minimum of 50 cases, introducing your goods to my customers, but your price, $ 100 for a case, is too high in this highly competitive market.
#Person1#: I have cut the price the minimum. You know our freshener is a patent product, different from other kinds of fresheners. We could not have quitted it at such a low price if it were not for your past large orders. This price, actually, leaves us with a very small profit.
#Person2#: People here desire medium-priced air freshener only. Please carefully consider my proposal, which will lead to a larger business between us.
#Person1#: The low price I'm offering you is as low as I can go.
#Person2#: Then, I am sorry to say I must regretfully decline your offer and seek quotations for the other suppliers.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Peter. I hope you'll continue to approach us on other occasions if you cannot accept our offer now.
#Person2#: Yes. I'll welcome other opportunities to do business with you. | business negotiation |
train_6785 | #Person1#: Mr. Brown! How nice to see you, can I help?
#Person2#: I'm not exactly sure if it's your department, but I'd like to ask some questions about qualifying for Comprehensive Credit Granting.
#Person1#: I see. You are one of my favourite customers, Mr. Brown. I'm more than happy to help. For Comprehensive Credit Granting, IBA will grant a promised quota for you, that is, if you qualify. Of course, your credit record, within you field of trade needs to be up to scratch.
#Person2#: How long a period will you look at to determine this?
#Person1#: We will consider the first part of the year, in your particular field, and your credit rating can be no less than class A, during that period.
#Person2#: That sounds simple enough. It's Friday today, I'll be back on Monday morning, first thing, with all of the relevant data. See you then, and enjoy your weekend. | Comprehensive Credit Granting |
train_6786 | #Person1#: Good morning! May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. My wife and I are interested in renting a house for the summer.
#Person1#: Do you want a furnished house or an unfurnished one?
#Person2#: Furnished.
#Person1#: Very well. How long do you want the house? All summer?
#Person2#: No, not all summer. Just for six weeks.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I can only rent it for two months.
#Person2#: My holiday is only six weeks, but I think my brother and his family would take it for the other two weeks. Is the house in good condition?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. It was just painted and it has all the modern conveniences. | rent a house |
train_6787 | #Person1#: Mr. Brown, I'd like to talk with you about something that is getting to be a problem. I'd like, if possible, to see it settled at this meeting.
#Person2#: What is it, Mrs. Wang?
#Person1#: It's about the quality of 300 cartons of dried mushrooms. They reached us two weeks ago, and were immediately examined after they arrived. To our astonishment, about 20 % of them were moldy and in many cartons there were even small brownish bugs crawling in and out of the half eaten mushrooms. We can't accept them in this state. They are unfit for human consumption. And the Medical Officer of Health has issued a Stop Notice on them.
#Person2#: Is that so? So far we haven't had any complaint of this kind. Our mushrooms have enjoyed a good reputation for their superior quality for years. We are really at a loss to understand why your lot was found moldy and wormeaten. Have you any evidence?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here's a survey report by a well-known lab in London, whose testimony is absolutely reliable.
#Person2#: Though everything may be as you say, there are many factors involved. What's more, your surveyors have not mentioned any cause for the damage.
#Person1#: The mushrooms were packed in small one pound plastic bags, sixty of these bags to a carton. It is stated on the surveyor? s report that external conditions of goods at the time of survey are all sound and intact. So it is obvious the cause of the damage is that the mushrooms were not completely dried before packing.
#Person2#: As you know, before shipment, the Commodity InspectionBureau inspected the goods in question. They concluded that the goods were well dehydrated from fresh and choice material and up to standard for export.
#Person1#: I think the Inspection Bureau at your end, when effecting inspection, only selected a few package at random these happened to be up to the standard. The part that was not dried properly, most probably, escaped their attention. As the amount in question is only 20 % of the whole shipment, I think it is only reasonable that you should compensate us for the loss.
#Person2#: The inspection certificate, which is based on a random selection of 20 % of the consignment as we've agreed on beforehand, is considered final and binding upon both parties. We do not accept any claims for compensation for loss incurred in transit, because you bought the goods F. O. B. Houston and on shipping quality, not on landed quality. Your claim, in our opinion, should be referred to the insurance company, as the mishap occurred after shipment.
#Person1#: We've already got in touch with the underwriter. But they have refused to accept any liability. They attributed the accident to the effects of dampness during the long sea voyage.
#Person2#: That's a matter over which we could exercise no control, then. I'm afraid I have to insist that you approach the insurance company for settlement, that is, if you have covered this risk in your coverage.
#Person1#: To my regret, we failed to cover contamination. This is an unfortunate oversight on our part and a lesson to us.
#Person2#: Otherwise the insurance company would no doubt have entertained your case.
#Person1#: Well, live and learn. It seems we'll have to waive the claim. | business talk |
train_6788 | #Person1#: What are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: I'm going to the movies with a friend. How about you?
#Person1#: I'm not sure yet.
#Person2#: Well, did you want to go see a movie with me?
#Person1#: What movie are you going to see?
#Person2#: I'm not sure yet. Is there something you want to see?
#Person1#: There's nothing I can think of.
#Person2#: So, did you want to go?
#Person1#: No, thanks, maybe another time.
#Person2#: Okay, sounds good. | movie invitation |
train_6789 | #Person1#: So, did you go out with Richard?
#Person2#: Yeah. We went to a movie last Saturday. We saw Police Partners II.
#Person1#: Did you like it?
#Person2#: Richard did, but I didn't. Of course, I told him I liked it.
#Person1#: Yeah. So did you do anything else?
#Person2#: Well, we went to a dance club.
#Person1#: Did you have fun there?
#Person2#: Yeah, we had a great time. And we're going to go there again next week! | hang out |
train_6790 | #Person1#: Hey, Mr. Brown. How are you? Look at that smile on your face!
#Person2#: Recently it's been pretty good, actually.
#Person1#: That's what we like to hear, a profitable business.
#Person2#: Well, yes. Thanks, there's no trouble at the moment.
#Person1#: So, what can I do for you today? Are you needing to withdraw or transfer?
#Person2#: I'm going to need a Deposit Certification, to handle the affairs related to home.
#Person1#: Oh, domestic things? Yes, of course, we can help you with that. | bank service |
train_6791 | #Person1#: I can promise you that, if you buy our product, you will be getting quality.
#Person2#: I'Ve looked at your units, and I am very happy with them. Your goods are all far above standard quality.
#Person1#: We spend a lot of money to make sure that our quality is much better. We don't sacrifice quality for quick profits.
#Person2#: Well, we're really interested in placing an order under negotiation. We can start the negotiations as soon as you want.
#Person1#: That's great. I'm glad we'll be able to do business together. I'll have some quotes ready for you by tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: Fine. Also, would you mind if I asked to see a surveyor's report of your products? I may have a few more questions about your quality analysis. | business negotiation |
train_6792 | #Person1#: I'm going to quit this job. It's way too stressful.
#Person2#: I've noticed you've been working overtime a lot.
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm in the office till 10 every night. I can't take it anymore. The pay just isn't worth it. | quit the job |
train_6793 | #Person1#: Janice, do you still remember how our filing system works?
#Person2#: Yes, I have read the Filling Instruction carefully, since you showed me it last week.
#Person1#: Very good. What is the essence of filing, do you know?
#Person2#: The essence of filing I remember is to bring together in a single folder or file all papers relating to a particular subject. And outgoing and incoming letters are kept in this file cabinet.
#Person1#: Yes, 'One customer--one file'is essential. And remember to update them timely.
#Person2#: And each file should be named clearly, either in block capitals or in jet black typed capitals.
#Person1#: Correct.
#Person2#: A card index is very important in the filing system. It is a most helpful friend to a secretary, so it must be kept handy and up to date.
#Person1#: Yes, prompt and careful filing contributes greatly to the efficiency of our office. | filing system |
train_6794 | #Person1#: What are your strengths and weaknesses?
#Person2#: I have just left school, but I am well acquainted with office work.
#Person1#: Why are you qualified for this position?
#Person2#: Since leaving school, I have attended typewriting and shorthand classes, and have now attained a speed of fifty and ninety works respectively.
#Person1#: What can you contribute to the position of a market analyst?
#Person2#: I know how to gather and summarize information from the Intent, which is an essential skill for market analysis.
#Person1#: What job-related skills do you have?
#Person2#: I am a good accountant and have a thorough knowledge of the English language. | job interview |
train_6795 | #Person1#: Hey, Bill. I hear they're going to send you to Germany for the new project.
#Person2#: Boy, news travels fast around here! I only got the orders a couple of hours ago. Rachel doesn't even know...
#Person1#: Oh, no? So, what are you waiting for? When do you plan to tell her?
#Person2#: Well, she is at work at the moment. She doesn't finish until 5. I'll have to wait until tonight now, I suppose.
#Person1#: Well, I was posted there before, back in 2008. It's OK - a bit like England, really. At least the weather is similar, and the people aren't much different. The only thing I didn't like is the food, especially the sausages. What do you intend to do about the family? Are you going to take them with you?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to, but I don't know much about the situation at the moment...you know, about schools and all that. But I hope to move the family out there in a couple of months' time. I don't think I want to spend a year and a half out there on my own...I mean, without Rachel and the kids. I mean, I don't see that much of them now as it is.
#Person1#: Yeah. Well, that's the way it is normally in our company, I suppose.
#Person2#: Yeah. Well, we'll see. Let me pay for the coffee.
#Person1#: No, no. I'll pay. | job change |
train_6796 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Dr. Tyler, your secretary said I should come right in.
#Person2#: Please do, Jenny. How can I help you?
#Person1#: I need to get your signature on my schedule card here, on the line above advisor's approval.
#Person2#: Sure, but let's look at it over together first. How many courses do you have here?
#Person1#: Six.
#Person2#: Six? That's quite a heavy load. Any particular reason?
#Person1#: I had to drop my chemistry course last semester when I was in the hospital, so I need to take it again.
#Person2#: So you've already learnt a lot of the material.
#Person1#: Right. And calculus is a part of the second year requirement.
#Person2#: Let's see, chemistry, calculus. Oh, I see you'll be in my seminar on the modem American novel.
#Person1#: Yes, I'm looking forward to it and the romantic poetry seminar, too.
#Person2#: Two seminars? That is rather a lot. Can you handle the work?
#Person1#: I think so. The introductory economics is very easy and so is the music course.
#Person2#: Well, then I'll be happy to sign the card. However, I insist that you come see me after the first week of classes so we can make sure this isn't too much for you.
#Person1#: That's a promise. | course advice |
train_6797 | #Person1#: Are you sure you can manage without your bike this afternoon, Amy?
#Person2#: I have a computer exam tomorrow morning, so I have to sit down and do some preparations. In fact, you can also use it tomorrow morning ff you want to. | lend a bike |
train_6798 | #Person1#: I hear that the Edwards are thinking of buying another house.
#Person2#: Should they be doing that with all the other expenses they have to pay? Anyhow, they are over 70 now, their present house is not too bad. | gossip |
train_6799 | #Person1#: Well, what's on?
#Person1#: Well, hmm. There is a reality show on at 7:00 on channel 5.
#Person2#: Nah, you know I don't like reality shows. I mean, they usually show people doing crazy things like, you know, eating live fish or swimming in a pool full of snakes. I don't get into that.
#Person1#: Okay. Well, how about watching a documentary on the life of panda bears in the wild?
#Person2#: Personally, I'd rather watch something with a little bit more action and suspense.
#Person1#: Well, then. Ah, here's something. Do you want to watch a rerun of Star Wars?
#Person2#: Nah, I've seen it a zillion times. I'd like to see something different.
#Person1#: Okay, let's see here. Oh, how about this? On channel 2 at 9:00, there's a home improvement show about fixing anything around the house. We do have a few things that you could repair in the bathroom ...
#Person2#: Fixing things? Uh, boy, I'm beat. I think I'm going to hit the sack.
#Person1#: You're going to bed?
#Person2#: Yeah. I have to get up early tomorrow ...
#Person1#: ... and then you're going to fix the bathroom?
#Person2#: Good night.
#Person1#: Okay. Too bad, though. There's a basketball game on right now, but ... but I guess you can catch the score in tomorrow's newspaper.
#Person2#: Oh, okay. I'll stay up and keep you company while I ... I mean, you ... I mean, WE watch the game.
#Person1#: I thought you'd change your mind. I'll get the popcorn. | watch TV |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.