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train_6900 | #Person1#: I heard that your previous manager was very capable, he is a good manger.
#Person2#: That's a matter of opinion.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I worked with him for two years. That was the worst time in my career. | appraisal |
train_6901 | #Person1#: hello, Deva, how are you?
#Person2#: can't complain. What about you?
#Person1#: not bad. Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband?
#Person2#: I've heard. She looks quite depressed.
#Person1#: Yes. They used to be joined at the hip.
#Person2#: I heard they were just married for 5 months.
#Person1#: yes, she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things.
#Person2#: yeah. Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden.
#Person1#: you said it. You know, they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage.
#Person2#: maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married.
#Person1#: yeah. We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners.
#Person2#: definitely. That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce.
#Person1#: we've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners.
#Person2#: that's true. Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon. | mixed marriage |
train_6902 | #Person1#: How did you get around over there? Did you rent cars?
#Person2#: No, that would be too expensive. We used the train system. We bought a special pass called a Eurail pass. It lets people use the train wherever they want, as often as they want.
#Person1#: I've heard about Eurail passes. So those Europeans really depend on trains a lot.
#Person2#: Yes, they do. I wish we Americans had a better train system.
#Person1#: I know. Our train system is lousy. And besides, Americans love their cars too much.
#Person2#: I agree. And probably the automobile companies are too powerful. They never allowed the government to develop trains.
#Person1#: It's too bad for the environment. So much pollution from cars.
#Person2#: Americans love cars for different reasons, I think. One reason is that we are very individualistic. And cars are a very individual way of getting around. Americans like the freedom of driving around by themselves. They don't want to ride in a train or bus with a group of people.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree. I think it is a cultural characteristic. It would be very hard to get us Americans to change this. But you know what? Probably, in the future, Americans will have to change.
#Person2#: Why do you say 'have to'?
#Person1#: Because the earth's environment can't tolerate cars forever. I think cars are already causing global warming. When the problem gets more serious, world governments will have to start limiting car use.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. They will have to develop alternative transportation. But it will be hard in America. Too many people are used to cars. Even in our movies cars are very important.
#Person1#: Wow! I didn't notice the time. It's almost noon. I have to get home.
#Person2#: Do you want me to give you a ride?
#Person1#: No, no problem. I have my car in the parking ramp around the corner.
#Person2#: Alright. Well, I'll stay here and have another coffee. Nice running into you.
#Person1#: See you around. | means of transport |
train_6903 | #Person1#: How long have you been in Taiwan?
#Person2#: About 3 years, so I came here 2000.
#Person1#: So, where did you grow up?
#Person2#: Providence , Rhode Island. do you know it?
#Person1#: I am not sure, where exactly is it?
#Person2#: Well, not so far from New York. So what about you? Did you grow up here?
#Person1#: No, I was born in Gaoxiong, I only moved to Taibei after I graduated. | hometown |
train_6904 | #Person1#: What is your technical title?
#Person2#: I am an Assistant Electronics Engineer.
#Person1#: Why do you choose this field as your career?
#Person2#: I've wanted to be involved in engineering ever since I was little. And my study has equipped me with a career as a mechanical engineer. | career choice |
train_6905 | #Person1#: Belinda, I'm going to a party tonight. What shall I wear?
#Person2#: Is it formal or informal?
#Person1#: I guess it's formal.
#Person2#: Then, you should dress well.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you.
#Person1#: You are smart.
#Person2#: Of course, the sports shoes don't go with the formal occasions.
#Person1#: You are right. What kind of shoes should I wear?
#Person2#: The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers.
#Person1#: Good idea. Oh, by the way, would you please pick me up after the party, honey?
#Person2#: It'll be too late; you'd better take a taxi.
#Person1#: OK. | party dress |
train_6906 | #Person1#: It was a crazy crowd at the baseball game today! Why was everyone so upset?
#Person2#: Well, the home team played terribly and most of the fans paid a lot of money to see that game.
#Person1#: I can understand that I guess. But there were people throwing garbage on to the field and yelling at the players.
#Person2#: If you think that's bad you should go watch a soccer match in England. Europeans are very aggressive during games. A lot of times fights break out in the stands.
#Person1#: Really! Wow, that seems a little unnecessary. It's just a game after all.
#Person2#: I agree. I find it unfair to blame it on the athletes. They're all trying their best. | baseball game |
train_6907 | #Person1#: I failed my exam.
#Person2#: What did you get?
#Person1#: B.
#Person2#: That's not bad.
#Person1#: But I should have done better. I mean, I finished the paper so quickly thinking it's a piece of cake, but when I knew my result, I was like, what? That can't be true!
#Person2#: Listen, John, I understand you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress. Forget about school and exams, then go to bed and have a good sleep.
#Person1#: I guess that's what I need. | failed the exam |
train_6908 | #Person1#: So what kind of career would you like to have?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure exactly. Being a writer could be interesting.
#Person1#: I guess so, though I'm sure I wouldn't like it, because it would require spending a lot of time alone and always sitting down.
#Person2#: What do you want to do then?
#Person1#: Well, I'd love to work as a sports coach. I really like staying in shape.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd like to be able to keep fit while I work. You know, I'd love to be a university professor. Teaching college students would be really worthwhile.
#Person1#: Sure, but don't you think it would be kind of boring?
#Person2#: No, I think it would be an exciting career. | ideal career |
train_6909 | #Person1#: So what are you going to do over the holidays, Merry? Are you going anywhere?
#Person2#: I really wanted to go somewhere. You know, swim, walk on the beach. But I doubt we'll be able to do those now. We're going to be here over the break.
#Person1#: How come?
#Person2#: Justin's got to work. Just yesterday, his boss called him in and told him he had to work. Then he found out the reason was his boss was going on vacation. So Justin's got to cover for him. Well, anyway, I'm going to find something to do with the kids while he is at work. | holiday plan |
train_6910 | #Person1#: Hi, Albert. You know, John won first place during the chess competition and we've been asked to organize a party for him.
#Person2#: Yeah, sure. It's about time we started to prepare it.
#Person1#: Exactly. And when is the best time to hold it?
#Person2#: Well, John will leave for Boston next Tuesday.
#Person1#: So what about 2 days before he leaves on May thirteenth? That's a Sunday.
#Person2#: Sounds nice.
#Person1#: What about the place, at school or at a restaurant?
#Person2#: I think it'll be expensive if we hold it at a restaurant. John said his grandparents welcome us to their big house.
#Person1#: Great. And then, we ought to be thinking about invitations. Who must we invite?
#Person2#: Well, John's chess coach.
#Person1#: And John's parents?
#Person2#: Yes. Besides, we'll invite at least 5 teachers and 20 students.
#Person1#: OK. By the way, what gift will you give John?
#Person2#: A book or a pen. What about you?
#Person1#: Well, I will buy a dictionary for him. I heard him say that he needed a good one.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's a good idea. | celebrate party |
train_6911 | #Person1#: Hi, Iris, what are you still doing here? I thought you were working a half day, so you could prepare for your trip to the beach.
#Person2#: That was my plan, but the weather report is calling for rain this weekend. It supposed to be nicer next weekend.
#Person1#: So will you go next weekend instead?
#Person2#: Yeah. I think I'll stay at home this weekend and work a half day next Friday. I'd rather go when the weather is better. | beach tours |
train_6912 | #Person1#: Here is the fish counter. Look at the lobsters and crabs. Shall we have some?
#Person2#: I'm allergic to these things, you know.
#Person1#: Sorry, I forgot. I don ' t like seafood, neither.
#Person2#: Let ' s go over there and get some milk, a couple dozen eggs and some orange juice.
#Person1#: Let's get frozen juice. It is really good. We ' Ve got enough food. Let ' s go over to the check-out stand.
#Person2#: OK. But just let me pick up a bottle of cooking wine and oil as we go by. | shopping |
train_6913 | #Person1#: Our benefits usually include medical insurance, public accumulation fund and allowances.
#Person2#: What are the allowances?
#Person1#: If you go on a business trip, you will enjoy the allowance. It is 200 yuan per day.
#Person2#: Well, I see. And what about the vacation in our company?
#Person1#: As a new-comer, you usually have five days of annual vacation. And remember you have to fill out a request form, if you want to ask for leave.
#Person2#: Will our company have some recreational activities?
#Person1#: Of course. In spring and autumn, we will hold some sports actives. And in movie seasons, we bulk purchase film tickets. | company benefits |
train_6914 | #Person1#: Hello, Nancy, nice to see you.
#Person2#: Nice to see you, too. I heard you are a staff of Nokia company.
#Person1#: Yes, I ' m satisfied with this job.
#Person2#: Congratulations. What did you do during the interview?
#Person1#: Pay more attention to the external expressions, because they are important for the first impression. Good manner and style of conversation can let other feel your good self-cultivation. Good gestures and mien can let other feel very comfortable.
#Person2#: How can I have the good external expressions?
#Person1#: Don ' t worry about that. You just pay more attention to the details of people ' s action in life, and you will know how to transfer information by their body language. | good external expressions |
train_6915 | #Person1#: Hey Sandra, what's wrong? You look furious!
#Person2#: I've had it with Tim! I think I'm going to quit!
#Person1#: But Sandra... you love your job! You spent months trying to get this position. It's perfect for you!
#Person2#: Yeah... I know. But I'm sick and tired of all the office power struggles!
#Person1#: What kind of power struggles are you talking about?
#Person2#: Basically, I think Tim is threatened by me. I'm doing a better job than he is so he's trying to sabotage my career!
#Person1#: So he talks about you behind your back?
#Person2#: Yes. He's all nice and friendly to my face. But the second I turn around he stabs me in the back!
#Person1#: I had a worker like that once. She was always taking credit for my ideas.
#Person2#: I should keep a better record of my correspondence with the clients so if necessary I can prove it was my effort.
#Person1#: My co-worker had a whole bunch of bad office habits. She liked to name-drop... we would be in a meeting and she would say, yesterday I was chatting with Tom. She meant Tom Solomon... our CEO. | job |
train_6916 | #Person1#: Loans Department, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. Could you give me some details about your Personal Pledge Loans, please?
#Person1#: Certainly, Sir. I'd be happy to. The Personal Pledge Loan is a loan secured by undue certificates, Time Deposits, for example, or Visible Treasury Bonds.
#Person2#: So, as long as I have one of those, I can apply for a Personal Pledge Loan?
#Person1#: That's correct, Sir. The bank will issue receipt to you and also take care of all the pledged securities.
#Person2#: Mmmm. . . how about the period of repayment?
#Person1#: The maximum maturity period is a year, but it also cannot exceed the maturity on the certificates used as collateral.
#Person2#: And the maximum loan amount?
#Person1#: The initial amount is just 2, 000 RIB, but we can go up to 100, 000 RIB. But remember, it cannot exceed the amount on the certificates you are using as collateral.
#Person2#: OK. I'll have a look at what I've got exactly in certificates and get back to you. Thanks for your help. Bye.
#Person1#: My pleasure, Sir. Bye. | Personal Pledge Loans |
train_6917 | #Person1#: My goodness. She is thirty seconds faster than the world records in five thousand meters race.
#Person2#: Excuse me. What did you say?
#Person1#: A chinese girl has broken the world record in the Olympic Games
#Person2#: That's incredible. I cann't believe it.
#Person1#: You have to. It's sure.
#Person2#: How amazing! | break world record |
train_6918 | #Person1#: That looks like an interesting book.
#Person2#: It is. It's got pictures of interesting building from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were build, their purpose, and so on.
#Person1#: There are the pymeids. It's easy to see how they got that name! they don't have smooth sides though.
#Person2#: They don't now, but most of them did originally. There's picture of the pentagon in the United States. It's very distinctive with its five sides.
#Person1#: Look at that cylindrical office building. I'Ve never been seen one that shape before.
#Person2#: Yes. Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape.
#Person1#: Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top. They're not perfectly cylindrical.
#Person2#: This is the world's largest sports stadium. It's a massive oval.
#Person1#: What sports do they play there?
#Person2#: It says here that it's mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings.
#Person1#: Is that building a perfect cube?
#Person2#: According to the book, it is. I'Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube. Look at the building. From the air, it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides. What kind of building is it?
#Person1#: Is says here that it's a war memorial. Now, there's a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels. See? It consists of several connected by cylinders. I believe you can go up and down inside it. | shapes of buildings |
train_6919 | #Person1#: At the Beijing Olympics, all four table tennis events were all-Chinese finals. A clean sweep again!
#Person2#: Yes. All international ping-pong tournaments have become a demonstration of Chinese supremacy in the sport.
#Person1#: Do you know any secrets to China's success?
#Person2#: In the first place, I think the whole nation is just fond of the game. It is well grounded with the mass. With huge numbers of people playing ping-pong, we can always spot a handful of potential world champions.
#Person1#: So, the national ping-pong team must be a highly competitive membership.
#Person2#: Sure. There is a careful mechanism for selecting players from provincial teams, and those lucky dogs have to observe strict rules.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: They are subject to hard training. And you know what, for a player on the national team, personal affairs are supposed to take a back seat to training and competitions. They are not even allowed to talk relationships with each other.
#Person1#: Oh, dear! It's an encroachment on individual rights!
#Person2#: Well, ping-pong is our national sport, and we just have to keep winning one honor after another. That's why many people think such rules acceptable. After all, they are funded out of taxpayers'money. | table tennis |
train_6920 | #Person1#: I heard that Kevin got divorced. Is that true?
#Person2#: Not so bad, but Kevin does have problems with his wife.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: His wife always complained that Kevin's salary was too low and got no promotion.
#Person1#: Poor Kevin, we should do something for him. He is a nice guy and does his job well.
#Person2#: Yeah, I agree with you. But you know, it's just one of those things. | divorce |
train_6921 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Where is Q-Duck? I remember it was around the second intersection of this street.
#Person2#: Q-Duck? Do you mean the famous roast-duck store?
#Person1#: Yes, definitely.
#Person2#: They have moved to some other places long time ago.
#Person1#: Wow, this place is quite different from ten years ago when I first came to China.
#Person2#: Yeah, a lot of changes have happened here.
#Person1#: This street used to have few stores. But now, you can see supermarkets, shopping malls and department stores everywhere.
#Person2#: Yeah, they are my wife's heaven, but not mine. I always get lost in the supermarket.
#Person1#: Me too! I was lost three times ten years ago. There were no English directions then.
#Person2#: Is that better now?
#Person1#: Yeah, there are many English signs, and wrong spellings as many as them. | store |
train_6922 | #Person1#: Both our countries are quite small. How would you describe the landscape in your country?
#Person2#: My country is well know for being very flat. There are some hills in the southeast of the country.
#Person1#: Is it really completely flat?
#Person2#: Pretty much. The land rises and falls only a few meters. The southeast, the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters. There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country.
#Person1#: Yes, there are. They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries.
#Person2#: The coast of your country is very varied. The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound too bad. Great for sunbathing! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers. There are cliffs, then sandy beaches. Then rocks. There are lots of caves in the cliffs.
#Person2#: There are many lakes and rivers in your country too. We also have many rivers, but only a few lakes.
#Person1#: We also have waterfalls in the mountains. They make the landscapes look very scenic. The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion, especially by water. | countries' landscapes |
train_6923 | #Person1#: I went shopping without my umbrella yesterday morning.
#Person2#: Yesterday morning was beautiful I thought the sunning was going to continue.
#Person1#: So did I. that's why I didn't take my umbrella. I got cold in the rain in the afternoon. It was raining cats and dogs.
#Person2#: I know. I could not believe it when I got hit by that storm. It was pouring with rain all afternoon.
#Person1#: We really have some movable weather sometime. I wish I would live somewhere which were sunning all year round.
#Person2#: If it was sunning all year round there would be drought. You probably would not like it either.
#Person1#: I guess you are right. Maybe I just wish the weather could be a little more predictable.
#Person2#: The weather forecasters are not good at predicting the weather would be like. Our weather is so changeable. | storm |
train_6924 | #Person1#: My computer isn't running at the same speed it used to be, it is testing my patience everyday. Can you tell me how to make it run faster?
#Person2#: If you want to speed up your system, you'Ve got to clean it up first.
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: You need to free your disk space. The simplest way is to use a Disk-Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and in store programs that you no longer use. Things should be fine next time you start. You also need to control what starts up. There is a program calls Start-up Delayer, It can help to set after how much time programs should be loaded after Windows boosts. For example, you can choose to set your Fox Mail program to load 30 seconds after Windows starts up.
#Person1#: Very useful advice, I will try them right now. | accelerate the computer |
train_6925 | #Person1#: Cathy, I'd like to introduce the new microwave stove of mine to you, because it is easy to use.
#Person2#: OK, it so happened I want to buy one.
#Person1#: This microwave stove has many functions. Let me show you. For example, if you want to cook meat, you just need to put meat in it, and press the button with a picture of meat, that's OK. After several minutes, you can eat the delicious meat.
#Person2#: I think it's good, and it suits me, because I'm not good at cooking. Is it expensive?
#Person1#: Oh, it is not so expensive. It only costs me 280 dollars. | microwave stove |
train_6926 | #Person1#: Have you any tour route to Budapest?
#Person2#: Yes, I have, sir. How long are you going on vacation?
#Person1#: About 2 weeks.
#Person2#: I recommend you this route. We call it golden routes for the sightseeing spots.
#Person1#: Well, will you offer me any reduction since it's a out-of-season tour?
#Person2#: Of course, we will, sir. | tour route |
train_6927 | #Person1#: Hello, this is my claim tag. Can I get my baggage?
#Person2#: Let me see. En. Here is your baggage.
#Person1#: Thank you. And where can I get a pushcart?
#Person2#: Walk ahead a little further. There are plenty of them. | pick up baggage |
train_6928 | #Person1#: Can you go to the store for me?
#Person2#: Sure, I can go to the store for you. What do you need?
#Person1#: Just a couple things, here's a list.
#Person2#: Is there anything else that you want me to pick up?
#Person1#: No, I think that's all that I need.
#Person2#: Is there any other place you would like me to go to for you?
#Person1#: If you can, could you pick up my prescription for me?
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Is your prescription ready?
#Person1#: I think so. It should be.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll pick it up for you.
#Person1#: Thank you so much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | help |
train_6929 | #Person1#: In the past half year, we made some schedules and objectives, do you still remember that?
#Person2#: Of course. I spent the whole week to know the general process for these plans. And since I was employed, I have been working on them. Madam, how am I doing? Are you satisfied with my job?
#Person1#: How do you feel what you have done? Did you meet our goals?
#Person2#: I suppose so. I tried my best to be familiar with all these appliances and office process. Certainly without my colleagues'help, I could not do these things in such a short period.
#Person1#: Yes. And you also overworked in last month, when Steven asked for leave. I have been very satisfied with your performance. And your dependability has been a great asset.
#Person2#: Thanks for your praise, Madam. | praise |
train_6930 | #Person1#: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to tonight's fashion show.
#Person2#: We see you are all dressed to the nines.
#Person1#: How very appropriate, because tonight we have a most dazzling show for you!
#Person2#: Yes, this runway is going to sparkle with glamour and style!
#Person1#: Some of tonight's highlights are dressed in the latest straight from Shanghai.
#Person2#: And others directly from New York.
#Person1#: So, sit back and relax and get your order forms ready.
#Person2#: Because you're going to love this show! | fashion show |
train_6931 | #Person1#: Maintenance Department. May I come in?
#Person2#: Come in, please.
#Person1#: Did you call us?
#Person2#: Yes. The television is not working properly.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: The remote control doesn't work. I turned on the television, but I can't change the channel.
#Person1#: Let me have a look. I think the batteries should be changed. Let me replace them with new ones. Now, it's working.
#Person2#: That's great.
#Person1#: Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: If you have any problems, just call us.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you. | television |
train_6932 | #Person1#: I will be accompanying you on your tour today to visit our company. This is the assembly line. These drawings on the wall are process sheets. They describe clearly how each process goes on to the next step.
#Person2#: How many workers are there on the lines?
#Person1#: About 200. They can assemble at least 3, 000 computers every day.
#Person2#: Oh, it's highly efficient.
#Person1#: Yes, since I came to this company, I was told that high efficiency is essential for the further development.
#Person2#: How do you control the quality of the products?
#Person1#: Well, all products have to go through five checks in the whole process. We believe that the quality is the soul of an enterprise. There fore, we always put quality as the first consideration.
#Person2#: Yes, quality is even more than the quantity.
#Person1#: Mr. Chandler, this way please. I will show you a five-minute multivision about the history of our company. | company |
train_6933 | #Person1#: R :: Good morning. Room Reservations. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to reserve a room.
#Person1#: R :: Thank you, sir. For which date and how many guests will there be in your party?
#Person2#: From April 16th to 20th. Just my wife and myself.
#Person1#: R :: From April 16th to 20th. And which kind of room would you prefer, sir?
#Person2#: A Twin, please.
#Person1#: Could you hold the line please? I'll check our room availability. ( After a while ) Thank you for waiting, sir. We have a twin room at US $ 180 per night, will that be all right?
#Person2#: Ok, I'll take it.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. May I have your name and phone number, please?
#Person2#: Sure. May name is Aaron Johnson, and my phone number is 3242-5827.
#Person1#: R :: Mr. Aaron Johnson, phone number is 3242-5827. Excuse me, how do you spell your first name?
#Person2#: It's double A, R, O, N.
#Person1#: Double A, R, O, N. Thank you, Mr. Johnson. May I know your arrival time on April 16th?
#Person2#: Around 9 p. m.
#Person1#: Mr. Johnson, for the unguaranteed reservation, we can only hold the room by 6 p. m. , because it is the peak season now. If you make a guaranteed reservation, we can hold the room overnight. Would you like to make a guaranteed reservation by credit card?
#Person2#: Fine. Do you accept American Express?
#Person1#: Yes. May I know the number?
#Person2#: It's 134986
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Johnson. You'Ve made a guaranteed reservation at the Guangzhou xx Hotel, from April 16th to 20th for 5 nights. If you can't arrive as schedule, please inform us before 6 p. m. on April. hank you for calling and we look forward to serving you | room reservation |
train_6934 | #Person1#: Mr. Smith. could you give me your quotation for your bicycle A5, FOB Qingdao?
#Person2#: Can You tell me how many you want to buy?
#Person1#: 100 for immediate delivery, and 500 in two months time. that's by the end of July
#Person2#: Well. then, 260 yuan each.
#Person1#: Since this is a sizeable order, I was thinking you might give us a 5 % discount.
#Person2#: I'm afraid we can't go as high as that. You know we usually don't give any discount. but considering the newly established business relationship between us, I could give you 3 % off the list price.
#Person1#: Only 3 %? That's not much. If you could make some concessions, we would probably buy some of your other products.
#Person2#: OK. OK. I don't want to haggle with you. Let's say, how about 3. 5 %?
#Person1#: I think I can accept that. | discount |
train_6935 | #Person1#: Where do we get off at?
#Person2#: I think we have a little ways to go.
#Person1#: This bus ride is taking forever.
#Person2#: I know.
#Person1#: Did we miss our stop?
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Didn't you say you knew where to get off the bus?
#Person2#: I don't know. We may have missed our stop.
#Person1#: Are you serious?
#Person2#: Yeah, we did miss it.
#Person1#: I can't catch the bus with you anymore.
#Person2#: Sorry. | miss the stop |
train_6936 | #Person1#: Bell Captain. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. This is Mr. Wang in Room 1305. Please send up a boy to help me with my luggage.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. How much luggage do you have?
#Person2#: Well, two big suitcases and two small bags.
#Person1#: I'll send someone up right away. | luggage |
train_6937 | #Person1#: I am very interested in a new apartment near the Taxing Plaza, but the price is very high, I really can't afford it.
#Person2#: How much is it for each square meter? How large is the apartment?
#Person1#: It's 7500 yuan per square meter, and I really like the one with three bedrooms and a large living room. Its total area is about 80 square meters.
#Person2#: That surely will cost you a lot of money. Are you going to make a full payment?
#Person1#: Do you think I am rich enough to make it? I am thinking about buying the apartment by installments. The real estate agency says if I pay a 25 % down payment, I can move in at once.
#Person2#: If sounds so tempting. Why not go applying for a loan from the bank? They charge very low interest, so you can choose whether to pay up the balance in 10 or 20 years. | apartment |
train_6938 | #Person1#: Hello, welcome to IBA. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Do you offer a safety deposit box rental service here?
#Person1#: We certainly do. May I ask you the purpose of the rental?
#Person2#: I'd like to put some valuables inside, you know, documents and jewellery, things like that.
#Person1#: I see. We have various rental periods. How long would you like to rent it for?
#Person2#: What rental do you offer?
#Person1#: You can choose a short-term or yearly rental.
#Person2#: I'll have to ask my wife how long she'll need it for as it is mainly for her belongings. I'll come back after we have discussed it. Thanks for your help. | deposit box rental |
train_6939 | #Person1#: Uh, hi there Diane. Nah, okay. Uh ... Hi, what's up, Di? Okay, here we go... [doorbell ringing ]
#Person2#: Uh, hi. It's David, right?
#Person1#: No, Doug. Remember? We met at Gary's party last Friday night.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. Now I remember. You were standing all alone ... uh, oh, I ... I mean ... I mean, you ... you know. We started talking about school and stuff. [Yeah, yeah.]. Uh, how did you know I lived here?
#Person1#: Well, I just live around the corner, and I asked Gary if he knew how I could contact you, and ...
#Person2#: And?
#Person1#: Well, I was just wondering if you'd like to go out this Thursday night. [Oh.]. Well, there's this real great movie playing downtown at the theater, [Uh ...] and I thought ... Well ... well, we can't use my car 'cause I was in an accident with this wild man driving this BMW, so I've already checked the bus schedule, and ...
#Person2#: Uh-hem [Well], Well, David [No Doug! Remember?] Oh yeah. Doug. I'm sorry, but I have to work that evening.
#Person1#: Oh really? Well, I thought you said before that you quit your job.
#Person2#: Well, I did, but I found a new one.
#Person1#: Uh, well, how about this Friday night? We could have dinner and then see that movie.
#Person2#: A movie? How boring!
#Person1#: Well, well, uh, well. A movie? Yeah, for ... forget a movie.
#Person2#: Anyway, I'm afraid I have to cook dinner for my family, and ...
#Person1#: Hey, I love to cook. We could whip something up together! I mean, it would be great!
#Person2#: I don't think that's a good idea. It's just a family occasion and ...
#Person1#: Well, hey, are you free this Saturday night? I have two tickets to the football game, and I thought ...
#Person2#: Sure. I'd love to go. [Okay!] I've wanted to see a game all year. [Yeah!] My roommate will be so surprised when she finds out I have a ticket for her, and ...
#Person1#: Well, but ...
#Person2#: Oh [car screeching ... ] ... and here's my brother! He's a defensive lineman on the team.
#Person1#: Well, he doesn't look too happy.
#Person2#: Ah, he's a teddy bear, but hasn't been the same since someone ran into his BMW.
#Person1#: Oh. Let me guess. Red, right?
#Person2#: Right. [Oh] And, it's just that he's a little protective of me since I am his baby sister.
#Person1#: Hey, well, it's been really nice talking to you, but I have to run. Hey. Here are the tickets. Have a great time and, by the way, can I go out your back door? | invitation |
train_6940 | #Person1#: I like that picture you put up on the wall yesterday.
#Person2#: Thank you. It's a photo that I took on my vacation last year.
#Person1#: You took it yourself?
#Person2#: I've been taking pictures for years.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. Can I see some more of your pictures?
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. Some of them are just faces of people who interest me.
#Person1#: Do you let them know that you're taking pictures of them?
#Person2#: I try not to. I like people who are going about their business without knowing the camera is there.
#Person1#: I suppose you need a lot of equipment.
#Person2#: Well, I have a dozen cameras, but I use two of them more than the others. | taking pictures |
train_6941 | #Person1#: How do you like your new room, Jane?
#Person2#: It's not big; the rent is high. And I'm far away from work. But I enjoy myself very much.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: I am able to get rid of that annoying roommate at last. | a new room |
train_6942 | #Person1#: Here's Copellini's, my cousin's store.
#Person2#: Sounds like an Italian name with an 'i'at the end.
#Person1#: Admit it. You just think of Mussolini.
#Person2#: No, I'm an art lover, so I think more of Bellini and Botticelli!
#Person1#: Ah, yes. The Italians do love the sensual forms of the human body.
#Person2#: Don't we all. . . hey! Your cousin sells gift items?
#Person1#: Yeah-all from Italy. See all the saints? They're important to Roman Catholics. | Italian name |
train_6943 | #Person1#: Steven, have you any friend in London?
#Person2#: Yes, my old friend Hanson lives there
#Person1#: Are you close?
#Person2#: Yes. He's one of my best friends. Our friendship formed at college. Why did you ask that?
#Person1#: I'm going to London on business next week. But I know nothing about it.
#Person2#: I get it. You want to find a guide, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, Steven. You always know what I want.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I will call Hanson, and ask him to help you.
#Person1#: Thank you! | find a guide |
train_6944 | #Person1#: How was the movie last night?
#Person2#: I didn't really like it.
#Person1#: Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography.
#Person2#: I found it very disappointing.
#Person1#: She liked the acting, too, because that's what she wanted to see.
#Person2#: I wasn't happy with it.
#Person1#: Nothing is to your satisfaction. | movie |
train_6945 | #Person1#: Why are you so rude to your wife?
#Person2#: I didn't like her butting in where I didn't want her. She's a chatter box.
#Person1#: But she means to help you, not to trouble you.
#Person2#: I know. But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point. | wife |
train_6946 | #Person1#: Old Dyson looks as if he maybe kick the bucket any day.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: I've ever seen a living being looked so thin.
#Person2#: Really? In my eyes it's normal, as an old man, to be thin is better than to be fat.
#Person1#: Maybe you are right. | thin |
train_6947 | #Person1#: So, what do you think? How do you like New York?
#Person2#: I'm having a great time. I love it. I'm glad we came.
#Person1#: Yeah. I really like the stores and the shopping.
#Person2#: I love the museums, too.
#Person1#: But the traffic is pretty bad.
#Person2#: Yeah. I hate all this traffic. It's really noisy.
#Person1#: Listen, it's almost dinnertime. There are lots of restaurant around here. What do you want to try? Italian? Greek? Japanese? Thai?
#Person2#: I can't stand making decisions. You choose!
#Person1#: OK. Let's go American. Where's the nearest McDonald's? | New York |
train_6948 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, sir. You are really a regular customer here. May I ask you why you come here so often?
#Person2#: I'm a newspaper columnist. I write comments for a living. I enjoy working in a coffeehouse.
#Person1#: I see. But isn't it a bit too noisy?
#Person2#: I don't mind. By contrast, I quite like the circumstances, as I can see a variety of people here, who can always give me tremendous inspiration. And the most important thing is coffee as it is my life.
#Person1#: I can see that. Then what is your favorite coffee?
#Person2#: Irish coffee is my favorite. But I can drink any other. I'm not particular on it.
#Person1#: All right. Would you make coffee yourself when you are at home?
#Person2#: Not very often. Making coffee is a bit troublesome. Most of the time, I just buy takeout at Starbucks. And also, I quite like instant coffee.
#Person1#: I think instant coffee is becoming more and more popular. Though its taste is not perfect, it's really cheap and convenient.
#Person2#: Exactly. Nescafe is the world's favorite coffee. People love it all over the world?
#Person1#: Which country makes the best coffee in the world?
#Person2#: Many people think Brazil makes the best coffee. Brazil exports a lot of coffee. But I love Irish coffee. So it's hard to say. Just depends on your taste.
#Person1#: I agree. I heard in the western countries, almost everyone likes coffee. Is that true?
#Person2#: Yes. No doubt about that. For us, coffee is more a living style rather than a simple drink. I heard Chinese people don't drink that much coffee.
#Person1#: No, we don't, especially the old people. But more and more young people fall for coffee.
#Person2#: I suppose so. That's probably why there are so many wonderful coffeehouses in China now. | coffee |
train_6949 | #Person1#: Most of our customers are foreigners. How many foreign languages can you speak, Elizabeth?
#Person2#: Two, French and Spanish.
#Person1#: And how well can you speak them?
#Person2#: Well, French was my best subject at school. I can read and write it pretty well.
#Person1#: And how about your Spanish?
#Person2#: It's not as good as my French. I can speak it well. But my written Spanish isn't good.
#Person1#: I see, well, we have a lot of Spanish customers. But you don't need to write any Spanish here.
#Person2#: In that case, I'm fit for the position I think. | foreign language |
train_6950 | #Person1#: How was the party last night?
#Person2#: Nice. I had a good time and met some very nice people. But where are you off to in such a hurry?
#Person1#: I've been invited to a cocktail party. It's 6 o'clock now. I'm late.
#Person2#: But you told me that if you're invited to a party, you should plan to arrive a half hour late.
#Person1#: A party yes, but not a cocktail party.
#Person2#: What's a cocktail party like?
#Person1#: A cocktail party is generally held from 5:30 to 7:30. There are drinks and snacks, but no dinner. This cocktail party is being held by my department to celebrate Christmas.
#Person2#: It seems that you know something about American social customs.
#Person1#: I've still got a lot to learn. But American people understand that we're newcomers here and they don't hold it against us if we make a faux pas.
#Person2#: Make a what?
#Person1#: A faux pas is a French word. It means a mistake, especially in the area of social matters.
#Person2#: I see. | cocktail party |
train_6951 | #Person1#: I think the new film that Fitzgerald directed is quite good. The only problem is that it's aimed at teenagers only. It holds no interest for any other age group.
#Person2#: I like the great musical performances in Fitzgerald's film. He's also a gifted violinist and guitarist, isn't he?
#Person1#: Well, I never see him play the violin or the guitar. As far as I know, the piano is the only instrument he likes.
#Person2#: I've heard that quite a few important people dislike him. Do you know anything about this?
#Person1#: Well, Fitzgerald expressed his opinions directly. And that sometimes makes those important people annoyed. You see, he has his own ideas about life. And he doesn't simply take on other peoples because they're famous. Indeed, it is this very aspect of his personality that I find most attractive. I think the only person he admires and respects is Freddie Taylor.
#Person2#: But they have different personalities. Freddy has a warm heart and he is easy to get along with. | Fitzgerald |
train_6952 | #Person1#: Jack, what is your favorite subject?
#Person2#: My favorite subject? Well, I think I prefer science. Yes, science, I find it very interesting. The science teacher makes the subject very exciting. What about you?
#Person1#: I always do very well in the maths tests. I also like geography. I like learning about people and the places where they live. Are there any subjects that you don't like Jack?
#Person2#: I don't like physics very much. It's not easy to understand, most of the children are bored with it. | favorite subject |
train_6953 | #Person1#: Can you take me to the Opera House, please?
#Person2#: Sure, you're going to see a musical that's playing there?
#Person1#: Yes, but it starts at 6:00, do you think will get there in time?
#Person2#: We are not far from there, I'll get you there in about 10 minutes.
#Person1#: I sure appreciate it.
#Person2#: OK, here you are, Miss. The Opera House 17:25.
#Person1#: OK. Here's a $20 bill, keep the change.
#Person2#: Thank you Madam, enjoy the show. | the Opera House |
train_6954 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm looking for some English textbooks.
#Person2#: They're right over there under the dictionaries on the second shelf from the top.
#Person1#: Do you have any textbooks to help improve students reading skills?
#Person2#: Let's see. These books here focus on grammar and those are mainly for conversation practice. Here you are. This book has short passages for students to read an answer questions about.
#Person1#: Great. That is just the sort of thing that I'm looking for. Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Your library card please. | textbooks |
train_6955 | #Person1#: Talking about the future. I think there will be huge changes in the way people use cars. Laws will be made about what kind of car you can own and when you can use it.
#Person2#: Maybe they'll just be too many of them on the roads. The air will be so seriously polluted that nobody will be able to breathe normally.
#Person1#: Exactly. People will have to rely on trains.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: Well, we won't be able to use cars and the airports take too much space. That leaves trains.
#Person2#: Huh, so do you think there'll be better train systems between cities?
#Person1#: Sure, they'll enable people to travel between cities in a matter of hours. There may even be trains going under the oceans to connect the main continents.
#Person2#: Under the oceans? I get nervous enough flying on a plane. | transportation |
train_6956 | #Person1#: Lisa, did you enjoy your trip to England?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. We met some nice people there and I got to see a lot of famous places.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: We visited Buckingham Palace, Tower of London and the British Museum on the first day. The next day, we went to Hyde Park and London Zoo. Then we went on a boat ride on the Thames River.
#Person1#: Did you enjoy the boat ride?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, it was raining the whole time. We sat inside and had tea. Now I understand why the English like tea so much. | trip to England |
train_6957 | #Person1#: Look, mom has left a note with housework for us to do while she and dad are away this weekend.
#Person2#: Let's see. Tidy up the garage and clean up the backyard.
#Person1#: She doesn't say which we should do first.
#Person2#: Hey, we're not robots. We can make our own plan as long as everything gets done. Read the weather report in the newspaper.
#Person1#: Em, sunny today, cloudy tonight, probably heavy rain tomorrow. Well, that makes it easy. We work outside today and inside tomorrow.
#Person2#: Yep, let's get started. I want to go to the supermarket this afternoon. | housework |
train_6958 | #Person1#: Hi, there. On last week's program, we interviewed the man behind the idea of the international camps. So I thought that this week, you'd be interested to hear more about one of the camps which will be held later this year. Over to you, Michael.
#Person2#: Thank you. Yes, to apply for the camp, you don't have to be a student. You don't even have to be employed. But you must be able to speak one foreign language.
#Person1#: OK. What about the camping?
#Person2#: Well, the camp organizers supply tents which sleep up to 4 people, but you are unlikely to know the people who you'll be sharing a tent with. Because you'll be sharing with people who may not even speak your language.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. Who does the cooking in the camp?
#Person2#: Everybody is expected to help with the running of the camp. That means helping to prepare food, keeping the campsite clean and so on. The camp organizers are looking for people who can get along with others whatever happens.
#Person1#: And is there anything you need to take?
#Person2#: As I've said, tents are provided, but you'll need to bring your own pillow, knife and fork. You're also asked to bring along photographs, postcards, anything that shows some of the changes of your own country. Everything goes into an exhibition at the start of the camp. Together with a huge map of the world, showing the different countries people come from. | international camps |
train_6959 | #Person1#: I often sneeze after having a bad itch inside my nose. Sometimes this is accompanied by an itching throat.
#Person2#: Any other discomfort?
#Person1#: Yes. Sometimes I can notice a constriction in the chest and shortness of breath after a fit of sneezing. And I often suffer from a running nose with a profuse watery discharge.
#Person2#: Does it occur seasonally or all year round?
#Person1#: It has been seasonal during these past three years.
#Person2#: Are you sensitive to other things?
#Person1#: Yes, things like seafood and penicillin-type drugs.
#Person2#: OK. Let me examine your nose. According to your case history and the examination, I believe that it's allergic rhinitis.
#Person1#: What useful treatment can you offer?
#Person2#: I'll give you a series of specific skin tests. Then we'll know exactly what substances you're allergic to. Then I'll give you some causes of desensitization therapy. | see a doctor |
train_6960 | #Person1#: May I speak to Mr.Huang, please?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. Mr.Huang is quite busy right now. Could I pass him the message?
#Person1#: Well, you see, I won't be able to keep my patience too long. If the final decision can't be made this week, I will give my offer to other companies.
#Person2#: Let me see. He's free from 3:00 to 4:30 tomorrow afternoon. Can you make it then?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're quite welcome. Thank you for calling. Bye bye. | appointment |
train_6961 | #Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Excuse me, can I change my order? I am afraid I don't have so much time to enjoy my dinner.
#Person1#: I am sorry, sir. Your fish will be ready in five minutes so you can't change it.
#Person2#: That's all right. | restaurant service |
train_6962 | #Person1#: White Rose Restaurant. Good afternoon! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to book a table for six for the next Monday.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. At what time should we expect you?
#Person2#: At 6:30 on next Monday evening.
#Person1#: And what is it going to be, Chinese food or Western food?
#Person2#: Chinese food.
#Person1#: May I have your name, sir, please?
#Person2#: Please book it under the name of Mr. Peter.
#Person1#: So it's Mr. Peter, a table for six for the evening of the next Monday. It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling us. We'll be expecting you next Monday. | restaurant reservation |
train_6963 | #Person1#: Confronted with difficult questions in an interview, the job-hunters mostly will be at a loss about what to do.
#Person2#: Usually, you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance.
#Person1#: Still, there are some rules to follow.
#Person2#: In this case, you should first keep calm and normal to the face.
#Person1#: Don't get nervous and freaked out.
#Person2#: Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation.
#Person1#: There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
#Person2#: Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners.
#Person1#: Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
#Person2#: You should admit your weakness frankly.
#Person1#: Anyway, what really matters is that you have tried your best.
#Person2#: You must have confidence in yourself. | job interview |
train_6964 | #Person1#: I'd like to speak with the apartment manager, please.
#Person2#: This is he. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street.
#Person2#: It's still available. Do you want to see it?
#Person1#: Yes, I would very much like to see it.
#Person2#: Does today at 6 p. m. sound okay to you?
#Person1#: I have no problem with 6 p. m.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll see you at 6 o'clock. Do you need any directions?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like.
#Person2#: I'll have an application form with me. You can fill it out if you're interested.
#Person1#: Should I bring anything with me?
#Person2#: No. I only need to check your driver's license. | apartment seeing |
train_6965 | #Person1#: Where is John? I can't find him anywhere.
#Person2#: Haven't you heard that he is in prison?
#Person1#: What? Beg your pardon.
#Person2#: John is in prison now. He was copped outstealing.
#Person1#: I just cann't believe my ears! | prison |
train_6966 | #Person1#: How are your wedding plans going?
#Person2#: Very well. We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done.
#Person1#: When will your wedding take place?
#Person2#: At ten o'clock on the morning of next Sunday. We have invited all our relatives to the wedding.
#Person1#: It will be a large church one. Is your wedding dress ready?
#Person2#: Yes, its design is very elaborate and the designer took many weeks to make it.
#Person1#: You will be very beautiful on your wedding day.
#Person2#: Thank you!
#Person1#: Which hotel will the reception be held at?
#Person2#: The Palace Hotel.
#Person1#: It's excellent. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.
#Person2#: It will be expensive, but we think it will be worth.
#Person1#: I think you made the right decision. | wedding plans |
train_6967 | #Person1#: Do you have a copy of our service contract with Telecoms? I'm not happy with their response time and I'd like to check the terms and conditions of the contract.
#Person2#: Sure. I've got a copy here. It's due for renewal at the end of next month. We've still got time to look for another supplier if you're not happy. | service contract |
train_6968 | #Person1#: That was a great dinner. I didn't know that you knew how yo cook.
#Person2#: I'm glad you liked it. Are you ready for dessert?
#Person1#: I don't know. I'm pretty full. What are we having?
#Person2#: I made strawberry shortcake.
#Person1#: Ooh, that's my favorite. Maybe I'll have a small slice.
#Person2#: Great. Would you like coffee or tea with that?
#Person1#: I'll have a cup of tea.
#Person2#: Do you take cream or sugar with your tea?
#Person1#: Actually, could I have some milk with that?
#Person2#: Definitely. Would you like skim or whole milk?
#Person1#: Skim, please. That'd be very nice. Thanks. . . oh no. Janna, I'm so sorry, but I've got to go.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident. I need to go pick her up.
#Person2#: I'll go with you. Where is she?
#Person1#: She's on the M40, near Reading.
#Person2#: Is she alright?
#Person1#: I don't know, she didn't say. I'm so sorry about this.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Family comes first. Come on, let's go.
#Person1#: Actually, I've only got a two-seater. I'll have to go on my own.
#Person2#: Ok. Just call me if you need anything then.
#Person1#: I will. Thanks a lot. | dinner |
train_6969 | #Person1#: Would you like to come to our party?
#Person2#: I'd like to. But I'm not myself today.
#Person1#: What happened? You look so pale.
#Person2#: It's the end of the world for me.
#Person1#: What makes you say that?
#Person2#: Today, I'm told I failed three courses.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Work harder next term.
#Person2#: B :: I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste time to me.
#Person1#: Don't lose heart. Everything will be fine.
#Person2#: I hope so. | sad feelings |
train_6970 | #Person1#: Hey, that's a really nice outfit you have on.
#Person2#: Thank you. I wasn't sure if it looked okay or not.
#Person1#: Oh, you look stunning. Your dress really goes well with your shoes.
#Person2#: I'm glad that you think so. I thought it might be a bit too revealing.
#Person1#: No, not at all. It looks really classy on you. Where did you pick that up?
#Person2#: I got it on sale down at the department store.
#Person1#: When did you go there?
#Person2#: I was just there a couple of days ago. You know, you should go down there too. They have a lot of stylish clothes on sale.
#Person1#: I might just do that. What style of clothes do they have?
#Person2#: Anything you want. They have both casual and formal styles.
#Person1#: I was hoping to get a few new ties for my collection.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. | shopping |
train_6971 | #Person1#: I suppose you like cinematography and costumes and that sort of stuff?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. The look of a picture is very important.
#Person1#: I think sound is even more important! Guns, bombs, sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting!
#Person2#: You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose.
#Person1#: In my book, all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up.
#Person2#: Enough! If we don't finish the game, there won't be time for any movies tonight! | movie discussion |
train_6972 | #Person1#: Bob!
#Person2#: Anne! I haven't seen you for ages. How've you been?
#Person1#: Fine, just fine. And you?
#Person2#: Not bad. It really is great to see you again. W here have you been?
#Person1#: Guangzhou. I've got a cousin there. | social meeting |
train_6973 | #Person1#: What did you do over the weekend?
#Person2#: I went a global warming rally. It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment.
#Person1#: Do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already?
#Person2#: It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves, but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Well, we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start.
#Person1#: What else can we do to protect the environment?
#Person2#: If you do have to drive, you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol. Also, your home should use sources of renewable energy.
#Person1#: How about recycling? Does that actually help?
#Person2#: Yes. You should take your glass, paper, plastic, cardboard, and tin cans to a recycling center.
#Person1#: What do you think the biggest worry for our future is?
#Person2#: I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone.
#Person1#: I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before!
#Person2#: To be honest, in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place, we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment. | environment protection |
train_6974 | #Person1#: Look at this headline - Elvis Baby Born on Spacecraft. Where do these tabloids get such crazy stories?
#Person2#: I'Ve often wondered the same thing. I also wonder who reads them. Then I realize that I'm standing here reading them myself.
#Person1#: It looks as though everyone in line reads them, or at least looks at the headlines.
#Person2#: I think we picked the right line. This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others.
#Person1#: Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food.
#Person2#: I'm glad. We have only about twenty things here, and I'm in a hurry to get home. | waiting in lines |
train_6975 | #Person1#: I really want to make a salad.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of salad that you want?
#Person1#: I'm not sure what kind that I want.
#Person2#: I usually make a Caesar salad.
#Person1#: Those taste really good.
#Person2#: Which kind of salad are you going to make?
#Person1#: I want a chicken salad.
#Person2#: I enjoy chicken salads.
#Person1#: I like salads with croutons, almonds, and shredded cheese.
#Person2#: I really like how that sounds.
#Person1#: Why don't you make a salad like that?
#Person2#: I'm going to do that then. | making salad |
train_6976 | #Person1#: How is your job search going, Janet?
#Person2#: I found the ideal position. I'm working for a plumbing company.
#Person1#: Are you serious? You studied mathematics at college for four years, and now you have a job working with your hands!
#Person2#: Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge, and creativity. I love this job.
#Person1#: I can see that. But I didn't know you had experience in that line of work.
#Person2#: I didn't, but I applied for an apprenticeship, and since I studied math, AND I have a good attitude, my application was accepted.
#Person1#: Congratulations! You do have the right attitude. | job choice |
train_6977 | #Person1#: I'd like to order room service to room 927, please.
#Person2#: How can I help you?
#Person1#: I'd like to two roast beef sandwiches and one fruit salad, please.
#Person2#: Will that be all, sir?
#Person1#: No, could I also get some extra towels and soap too? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels.
#Person2#: I'll have someone bring that up right away. How would you like to pay for the dinner?
#Person1#: Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill.
#Person2#: All right, sir. You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes. | room service |
train_6978 | #Person1#: I'Ve just taken out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
#Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and made my wife the beneficiary.
#Person2#: That'a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be dangerous job.
#Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die.
#Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension.
#Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my police too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire.
#Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the police?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance police. The insurance companies need to assess the risk | life insurance |
train_6979 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: My wife and I want to see the places of interest in Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Zhuhai. Can you arrange a tour for us?
#Person1#: How long would you like to stay In these cities?
#Person2#: Well, three days.
#Person1#: There is a three-day package tour. You will have 3 full days in the cities. It is a general tour of the cities. The itinerary includes the places of interest such as Window of the World, China Folk Culture Village. Chen Clan Academy, Southern Yue Tomb, and Gongbei Market.
#Person2#: That sounds good. How much is the tour?
#Person1#: 200 yuan for each person.
#Person2#: What does it include?
#Person1#: It includes your air fare, your hotel accommodations and the meals.
#Person2#: Could we have you make all the necessary plane, hotel, and tour reservations?
#Person1#: Yes. we could do that for you. | tour arrangement |
train_6980 | #Person1#: Isn't he the best instructor? I think he's so hot. Wow! I really feel energized, don't you?
#Person2#: I swear, I'm going to kill you for this.
#Person1#: What's wrong? Didn't you think it was fun? !
#Person2#: Oh, yeah! I had a blast! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad. Sorry, I'm just not into this health kick.
#Person1#: Oh, no, get off it. It wasn't such a killer class. You just have to get into it. Like they say, no pain, no gain.
#Person2#: I am wiped out. Thank you.
#Person1#: Look, next time get yourself some comfy shoes. You're gonna come back again with me, aren't you?
#Person2#: Never! But thank you for inviting me.
#Person1#: Come on. You'll feel better after we hit the showers. | health classes |
train_6981 | #Person1#: Good morning. I'm thinking about buying some new furniture for my living room. Could you help me?
#Person2#: Certainly. As you can see, we have several three-piece suites on sale. Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are.
#Person1#: I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision. I think I like the black leather suite. It's on sale, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. The price has been reduced by 50 %. It's a real bargain.
#Person1#: I'll take it. I also need to improve the lighting in my living room. Do you have any suggestions?
#Person2#: Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you're reading or watching tv. How big is your living room?
#Person1#: It's quite large. It's about 40 square meters.
#Person2#: I'd suggest you buy two. That allows you to change the brightness of the room better.
#Person1#: OK. I like the design of this lamps. I also need some cushion covers. I'll just browse through those ones over there. | shopping |
train_6982 | #Person1#: Something's wrong with my computer.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: My computer won't turn on.
#Person2#: Did you see if all the connections are right?
#Person1#: I'm not sure I understand what you mean.
#Person2#: The connections between your CPU and your outlet.
#Person1#: Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on?
#Person2#: If your plugs aren't connected all the way, the computer won't turn on.
#Person1#: I had no idea.
#Person2#: Why don't you try it and see what happens?
#Person1#: I'll try it right now.
#Person2#: Let me know if that doesn't work. | computer problems |
train_6983 | #Person1#: What's the price? I hope you'll quote us favorably.
#Person2#: It's 800 US dollars per kilo CIF five percent Hamburg.
#Person1#: Frankly speaking, the price you offer is too high. We can't accept it.
#Person2#: Why? This is a fair market price.
#Person1#: It certainly is.
#Person2#: Then what leads you to think that we have to reduce our price? Please tell me candidly.
#Person1#: I look at it this way, suppliers should be able to reduce their CIF price, even lower than their home price.
#Person2#: We give you quotations on the same basis as we quote in the domestic market.
#Person1#: That's the point. Your overhead is in your domestic price, but it can't be carried in the CIF price.
#Person2#: But even with the overhead out, the export overhead must be put in. Finally, it comes to the same thing. Anyway, this is a quality item and should be sold on its value.
#Person1#: I wish you could make a reconsideration. If you don't reduce your price, we won't purchase from you any more because there's plenty of other business offering here. | argument |
train_6984 | #Person1#: Hey Taxi! Ah, great. Thanks for pulling over.
#Person2#: Where to?
#Person1#: Well, I'm going to the National Museum of Art, and...
#Person2#: Sure. Get on. No problem. Hang on!
#Person1#: Uh. Excuse me. How long does it take to get there?
#Person2#: Well, that all depends on the traffic, but it shouldn't take more than 20 minutes.
#Person1#: Okay. Uh, sorry for asking, but do you have any idea how much the fare will be?
#Person2#: Oh, it shouldn't be more than 18 dollars.., not including a... uh-hum.., a tip of course.
#Person1#: Oh, and by the way, do you know at what time the museum closes?
#Person2#: Well, I would guess around 6:00.
#Person1#: Uh, do you have the time?
#Person2#: Yeah. It's half past four. Uh, this is your first time to the city, right?
#Person1#: Yeah. How did you know?
#Person2#: Well, you can tell tourists from a mile away in this city because they walk down the street looking straight up at the tall buildings.
#Person1#: Oh, before I forget, can you recommend any good restaurants downtown that offer meals at a reasonable price?
#Person2#: Um... well, the Mexican Restaurant. It's not very expensive, and the food is good.
#Person1#: Sounds great! Thank you very much! | taxi driving |
train_6985 | #Person1#: That was delicious. Thank you very much indeed. You're really a good cook.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: If you like, I could do the washing-up.
#Person2#: No, don't bother. I can do it myself later.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Would you like me to make coffee now?
#Person1#: Yes. Thanks! I wonder if I went down the road to the phone box.
#Person2#: Oh. it's ten minutes' walk. If you like, I could drive you there. | social meeting |
train_6986 | #Person1#: Why did you sell the car?
#Person2#: It was giving me too much trouble. I was spending so much money on it that I was... er... spending more money than it was worth. Unfortunately, of course. When you actually sell the car, you've already spent the money on it, so you lose both ways.
#Person1#: What was wrong with your old car?
#Person2#: The engine needs many repairs and the wheels were giving trouble now and then, when I set off on a journey, it gave me a sort of fear that I might not reach the other end. So I decided to change it.
#Person1#: Is the new car good?
#Person2#: Yes, It's newer, more comfortable, and it hasn't given me any trouble at all. When I set off, I'm quite sure that I'll be able to get to the other end safely. | car discussion |
train_6987 | #Person1#: It's a great art show, isn't it? By the way, I'm Jim.
#Person2#: Yes, it's successful. I'm Nancy. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Me too. Are you from France?
#Person2#: Actually, I was born in London, and I grew up in Paris. What about you?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm a local man in New York. I'm an art teacher in New York University. This art show is held by my students.
#Person2#: Really? Great! I'm a student majoring in piano performance in the same college. I'll hold a piano party next Saturday night at the Silver Bar. Would you like to come?
#Person1#: I'd love to. Could I take my daughter with me? Besides painting, she is fond of piano as well.
#Person2#: Sure. | social meeting |
train_6988 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Bob. Is that Mary?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How are you feeling today?
#Person2#: A little better. Thank you, Bob.
#Person1#: You're welcome. I hope you can come back soon.
#Person2#: I hope so, too, but the doctor said I had to stay in bed for at least a week.
#Person1#: Oh, dear! That's too long! Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, now I'm worried about my lessons.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You needn't worry about them. Just get lots of rest. I'll go to help you with your lessons after school from tomorrow on.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: By the way, Mrs. Smith will go to see you tomorrow evening after work.
#Person2#: Oh. She's so busy. She needn't do that. Please tell her that I am all right, OK?
#Person1#: OK. See you tomorrow.
#Person2#: Bye-bye. | check health conditions |
train_6989 | #Person1#: Why are you asking me about my boyfriend?
#Person2#: Well, Brad from school asked me out just today.
#Person1#: Brad Bush? Good for you!
#Person2#: But I don't know what to do.
#Person1#: You mean you've never had a boyfriend?
#Person2#: My mom says no boyfriend until I'm in college.
#Person1#: Until college?
#Person2#: Actually, that's what a lot of parents in Taiwan say to their kids. | love life |
train_6990 | #Person1#: I really need to find a parking spot.
#Person2#: Are you looking for a space on or off campus?
#Person1#: Do you know any spaces on campus?
#Person2#: You can park in the student parking structure.
#Person1#: Where is it located?
#Person2#: You'll find the parking structure on the west side of the campus.
#Person1#: Do you have any idea if the parking structure has any spaces left?
#Person2#: Last time I checked, it was pretty empty.
#Person1#: What time was it when you went up there?
#Person2#: That was earlier this morning.
#Person1#: It wouldn't be full right now, would it?
#Person2#: I have no idea. | parking |
train_6991 | #Person1#: Why don't you watch where you're going?
#Person2#: Me? You're the one who pulled out in front of me!
#Person1#: There was plenty of room for me to pull out. You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in.
#Person2#: Hey, listen. I had every right to stay in the lane I was in. You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out. And anyhow, you didn't give me any time to change lanes. All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me.
#Person1#: I think my arm is broken.
#Person2#: Sorry about your arm, but it serves you right. You need to learn how to drive. You're lucky you didn't get killed. And I'm lucky to be alive too.
#Person1#: Listen, let's just wait until the police get here. Then we can decide whose fault this accident was.
#Person2#: Fine with me. I know the laws of the road. I'm not worried.
#Person1#: I have a cell phone in my car. Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side. Why don't you get it for me, and then I can call the police?
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: It doesn't work. It looks like it's broken. I need to get to a hospital. You should drive me there.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah? It's better if we make a police report first. Then you can go to the hospital.
#Person1#: Damn it! I'm injured here. We could wait all day for the police.
#Person2#: Well, you'll just have to wait. I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive. I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone. Don't worry. You'll get to the hospital in time.
#Person1#: It really hurts.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe it does. But if you're going to drive like you did just now, you will have to get used to a little physical pain. You know what I mean?
#Person1#: To hell with you. The accident was your fault.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it wasn't. And when the police get here, you will also see that it wasn't. But enough of this bickering. I'm going to go find a phone. Don't move that arm while I'm gone. Alright?
#Person1#: To hell with you. | car accident |
train_6992 | #Person1#: You mustn't touch the wet paint, Bill.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I won't do it again.
#Person1#: Try to be more careful in future. Look! you've damaged the sign.
#Person2#: Is this the sign? What does it says?
#Person1#: It says No somking here. | damage |
train_6993 | #Person1#: Are you ready to go to the bank?
#Person2#: Sure, what do you need to do there?
#Person1#: There's problem with my bank statement. There's a mistake on it. I also need to withdraw some money fome the ATM.
#Person2#: I have to exchange some money.
#Person1#: that's right. You're going away next week.
#Person2#: I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account. There was a problem last week.
#Person1#: I have to pay my credit bill too. If I don't pay it soon, the credit card company will charge me interest.
#Person2#: Their interest rates are usually quite high. It's a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest. | bank service |
train_6994 | #Person1#: I've never met anyone like Clyde before.
#Person2#: He's such a buppie-a black yuppie. Black people come in all shapes and sizes. Just check out the party.
#Person1#: Wow! There are so many different people here. I expected mostly athletes and rappers.
#Person2#: You'll find some of those here, too. But not if you don't shake it up! There's an African saying, 'If you can talk, you can sing! If you can walk, you can dance! '
#Person1#: Then I'll just shut up and sit down! | party |
train_6995 | #Person1#: Everyone wants to be financial lose kill. You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich. I'm thinking about buying stocks. It can be a good investment if I can manage well. What do you say?
#Person2#: I partly agree with you. Buying stocks is not difficult, but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult. Even professionals don't find it easy, so be careful. Anyway, people like us need help with investing. Why not do some online research? There are data, reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest. In addition, you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts.
#Person1#: Wow, you sound very professional.
#Person2#: I just watched the investment TV program last weekend. It has become a very hot topic these days. Actually I am not even a beginner. | investment |
train_6996 | #Person1#: Tell me about your school, Daniel. I'm going there next term. I start on January fourth.
#Person2#: Great, Tina, but it's the fifth. No sorry, the sixth not the fourth.
#Person1#: Oh right. What time do lessons start? Is it 8:50, like at my old school?
#Person2#: No, we start half an hour earlier, at 8:20.
#Person1#: Oh, that's much earlier. Do you usually walk to school?
#Person2#: No, it's too far. I go on my bike, but there is a bus. You can take.
#Person1#: I see. Is there a uniform?
#Person2#: Yes, there is. They don't let us wear jeans. We have to wear boring trousers and coats, but there is a black sweater which is in bad.
#Person1#: Oh, and what are the teachers like?
#Person2#: Well, the maths teacher is cool. We have excellent lessons with him but I did board in history. And I don't enjoy my English lessons at all.
#Person1#: Do you have any sports lessons?
#Person2#: Yeah, we play football. I really prefer tennis or swimming. But we don't do those sports at all.
#Person1#: I see. Well, thanks Daniel. | school life |
train_6997 | #Person1#: Listen, boys and girls. We're going to meet at the gate of the zoo at 10:00 on Sunday morning.
#Person2#: But I don't know the way to the zoo.
#Person1#: Haven't you ever been to the zoo?
#Person2#: No, never. My family moved to the city last month.
#Person1#: OK. Let me think it over. You can come here first. I will pick you up at the school gate.
#Person2#: When should we meet here?
#Person1#: At 9 o'clock.
#Person2#: OK, I'll see you at 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning. | activity arrangement |
train_6998 | #Person1#: Mom, can I go out to play?
#Person2#: Well, did you get your Saturday's work done?
#Person1#: Um, do I have to, mom?
#Person2#: You know the rules. No playing until the work is done.
#Person1#: So what is my work?
#Person2#: Well, first, you have to clean the carpet of the family room and the hall and be sure to dust everything. Oh, and don't forget to wipe the walls.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: And after that, sweep and mop the kitchen floor and be sure to polish the table in the living room.
#Person1#: OK, OK.
#Person2#: And make your bed and pick up all your toys in your room and put them away and...
#Person1#: More?
#Person2#: Yeah, and then, how about going out for lunch and getting a big ice cream? But you probably won't want to do that.
#Person1#: Yes, yes, of course I will. You know that.
#Person2#: OK, while you're doing your work, I'll be out in the yard taking care of my flowers. | doing chores |
train_6999 | #Person1#: It's Saturday tomorrow. Do you have any plans?
#Person2#: Busy as usual. I will send Annie to her piano class at 9:00 tomorrow morning and then take Michael to hospital. Besides, I will make a birthday cake for Lynn. Tomorrow is her fifth birthday.
#Person1#: Why isn't John giving a hand?
#Person2#: An international meeting is going to be held in London next week. He is leaving tomorrow and will be back in 2 weeks.
#Person1#: I see. Give me a call if you need any help. | Saturday plan |
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