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train_7600 | #Person1#: The nineteenth of June is my birthday. I'm planning to have a small party. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: Happy birthday to you! I'd really love to come, but I'm not sure right now. I'll try to make it. Thank you for your invitation. | birthday party invitation |
train_7601 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi, Shelley. Have you had lunch?
#Person1#: Not yet.
#Person2#: So shall we have lunch together? I'd like to take you this time.
#Person1#: I'd like to, but I can't.
#Person2#: How come?
#Person1#: I'Ve a lot of paper work to do right now. I'm behind schedule.
#Person2#: All right. Can we make it another time?
#Person1#: Sure, thanks.
#Person2#: I'll call you later. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | lunch invitation |
train_7602 | #Person1#: Good morning, Sir.
#Person2#: Hello. I'm here today to pay in some foreign currency. Is that possible at this counter?
#Person1#: Of course, Sir. What kind of currency would you like to deposit? And what is the amount you would like to pay in?
#Person2#: 10, 000 Japanese yen.
#Person1#: OK, Sir. Would that be Fixed or Current Deposit?
#Person2#: Fixed.
#Person1#: And how long are you depositing for?
#Person2#: For one year, that's what I usually do. Better interest, you know. | deposit money |
train_7603 | #Person1#: What do you feel like eating this morning?
#Person2#: I usually just have a bowl of cereal.
#Person1#: The most important meal of the day is breakfast.
#Person2#: Yeah, but I don't usually have time to eat a big breakfast.
#Person1#: You can always make an easy breakfast.
#Person2#: What do you make?
#Person1#: All I make is oatmeal, toast, and some orange juice.
#Person2#: That sounds pretty good.
#Person1#: I like it, and it's a fast meal.
#Person2#: That is a very quick meal to make.
#Person1#: I can make it for you if you like.
#Person2#: Oatmeal and toast sounds good to me. | having breakfast |
train_7604 | #Person1#: Hi, Paulo. How are things going?
#Person2#: Everything's going very well. The first phase of the project was finished three days ahead of schedule. We're on target to complete phase two by the beginning of week 40.
#Person1#: That's good news. What stage are you at now?
#Person2#: Well, we've just finished laying the cabling and we're waiting for the safety inspector to give us the go-ahead to continue. I'm just going to meet him. Do you want to come? | conversation about project |
train_7605 | #Person1#: I'm really happy that you came to visit me.
#Person2#: I really missed you a lot.
#Person1#: I've been missing you like crazy.
#Person2#: I don't understand why you haven't come to visit me.
#Person1#: Lately, I've been quite busy.
#Person2#: Tell me what you've been up to.
#Person1#: I've really been working a lot lately.
#Person2#: I've been pretty busy myself.
#Person1#: So what have you been up to?
#Person2#: I've just been working a lot.
#Person1#: Whatever the reason may be, I'm glad you visited me.
#Person2#: I'm glad I did too. | conversation between friends |
train_7606 | #Person1#: It's my wife's birthday. I need to buy some flowers for her.
#Person2#: Most women love red roses for their birthday.
#Person1#: How much will the roses be?
#Person2#: You can get a dozen for only $ 20.
#Person1#: Now, that's a price that I like.
#Person2#: You're in luck today because the roses are on sale.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll take the roses.
#Person2#: Very good. Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses?
#Person1#: No, the roses are good enough.
#Person2#: Women love roses, so your wife will be very happy. | buy roses |
train_7607 | #Person1#: George, I heard our eighth generation computer is appreciated by the guests. They intend to sign contract with our company. You have done a good job. We are so proud of you.
#Person2#: Thank you. I never imagine that would happen.
#Person1#: Hah, as the sales department director, you are the best.
#Person2#: Thank you. But I am not sure whether the manager is settling for it. She asked me to go to her office.
#Person1#: Why not? You've done so well for the company. She should give you a prize.
#Person2#: I feel nervous when I face Nova.
#Person1#: Come on! What are you nervous about?
#Person2#: You know the sales figure shows that the prediction has not achieved.
#Person1#: But the sales number is close to the predicted amount.
#Person2#: I'm still nervous. I don't know what to say to the manager. I always feel ill in that kind of place.
#Person1#: Take it easy. Be confident of yourself. I'm sure you can do it. | conversation between colleagues |
train_7608 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Mr. Li. I have something to discuss with you.
#Person2#: I'm in a bit of a hurry, Ms. Liu. Can you wait for a minute?
#Person1#: I would really appreciate it if we could talk for a few minutes now. It's about the overtime you've asked me to put in.
#Person2#: All right. What's the problem?
#Person1#: I really can't work overtime. Because my husband has been ill recently, I must take care of him.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to hear that. Take good care of your husband. I'll find another one to replace you. | work overtime |
train_7609 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Who is the person responsible for handling complaints here? I would like to make a few complaints.
#Person2#: I am the manager here. You can complain to me. How may I help you?
#Person1#: Here is the thing. I was woke up by strange noises of the telephone several times last night. Even I unplugged it, it wouldn't stop beeping. I am also not satisfied with the housekeeping service in my room. So I want to change to a cleaner and quieter room.
#Person2#: I apologize for everything disturbing you. We will give another room to you right now. Please wait a moment. | change a room |
train_7610 | #Person1#: Well, I couldn't have picked out a better spot to fish. What do you think?
#Person2#: Uh ...
#Person1#: I mean, the water is so clear here. Listen to the birds and the sounds of nature.
#Person2#: Well ....
#Person1#: I mean, I'm not bragging or anything, but I have a real sense for fishing. I mean, I was born to fish, you know, my dad used to say.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: When was the last time you caught a fish? Didn't you tell me that you went fishing six or seven times last month and didn't catch anything?
#Person1#: Well, Well, I'm not making excuses or anything, but the weather was bad a couple of times, and, and ... and a fish dragged my pole into the water while I wasn't looking another time [ No way! Serious? ], and ... and I wasn't wearing my fishing hat another day.
#Person2#: You have to have a fishing hat to catch fish?
#Person1#: Well, today is different. Listen.
#Person2#: What's different about it? We've been here about an hour, and you still haven't caught anything.
#Person1#: Well, do you think you can do any better, or are you just going to sit there and continue reading that book?
#Person2#: Okay, let me show you. Let me show you. Give me that pole. I'll show you. I'm just to cast the bait out right over .... there ... perfect.
#Person1#: Ah, right. You'll probably catch a tree branch or get your line snagged in a tree.
#Person2#: Yeah, you're going to see. Just wait.
#Person1#: Some big shoe or something like that.
#Person2#: You just wait. You have to be patient. [ Yeah. ] Yeah ... Oh, Oh, Oh, Oh! I got a bite. Oh, man, man, man. Look at that! That fish is huge.
#Person1#: Wow, wait, wait, wait, wait. Can't .... that .. no, no, no.
#Person2#: Yes, it is, it is. Help me! Come on. Help me! Come on. Help me. I'm trying to reel it in. Help me!
#Person1#: I ... I got to go back to the car.
#Person2#: No, no. Look! Look at thing jump! Go get the net! Get the net!
#Person1#: Well, nah ...
#Person2#: Come on. You gotta help me catch it!
#Person1#: That's beginner's luck.
#Person2#: No. Come on. Wow! I got it. Look at that. What are you going to say now? Huh? Huh? What are you going to say?
#Person1#: Nothing!
#Person2#: So look who's teaching who. I'm going to remember this day FOREVER.
#Person1#: Forget it. | fishing |
train_7611 | #Person1#: Hi. I have a reservation for tonight.
#Person2#: And your name?
#Person1#: It's Nelson. Charles Nelson.
#Person2#: Okay. Mr. Nelson. That's a room for five, and ...
#Person1#: Excuse me? You mean a room for five dollars? I didn't know the special was so good.
#Person2#: No, no, no. According to our records, a room for five guests was booked under your name.
#Person1#: No. No. Hold on. There must be some mistake.
#Person2#: Okay. Let's check this again. Okay, Mr. Charles C. Nelson for tonight ...
#Person1#: Ah. There's the problem. My name is Charles Nelson, not Charles C. Nelson. [Uhh] You must have two guests under the name.
#Person2#: Okay. Let me check this again. Oh. Okay. Here we are.
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Charles Nelson. A room for one for the 19th ...
#Person1#: Wait, wait! It was for tonight. Not tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Hum. Hum. I don't think we have any rooms for tonight. There's a convention going on in town, and uh, let's see. Yeah, no rooms.
#Person1#: Ah come on! You must have something. Anything.
#Person2#: Well. We do have some rooms under renovation with just a roll-a-way bed. [U-hh] None of the normal amenities like a TV or working shower or toilet.
#Person1#: Ah man. Come on. There must be something else.
#Person2#: Well. Let, let me check my computer here. Ah!
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: There has been a cancellation for this evening. A honeymoon suite is now available.
#Person1#: Great. I'll take it.
#Person2#: But I'll have to charge you two hundred fifty dollars for the night.
#Person1#: Ah. Man. I should get a discount for the inconvenience.
#Person2#: Well. The best I can give you is a ten percent discount plus a ticket for a free continental breakfast.
#Person1#: Hey. Isn't the breakfast free anyway?
#Person2#: Well, only on weekends.
#Person1#: I want to talk to the manager.
#Person2#: Wait, wait, wait Mr. Nelson. I think I can give you an additional 15 percent discount and I'll throw in a free room for the next time you visit us.
#Person1#: That will be a long time. | hotel check in |
train_7612 | #Person1#: I was going to make a cake for the party tonight. But I just realized we have run out of eggs. Could you go to the supermarket and get some?
#Person2#: I don't think we have enough time to make one. Let me just buy a cake from a shop. | cake |
train_7613 | #Person1#: Ace Employment Agency. Good morning.
#Person2#: Good morning. I wonder if you can help me. I'm looking for a job.
#Person1#: I'll see what we can do. Uh...Have you been to us before?
#Person2#: No. But you've managed to get jobs for some of my friends. So I thought, perhaps, you know...
#Person1#: Yes, I see. First of all, could you give me your full name?
#Person2#: Yes. of course. Susan Hollies.
#Person1#: Good. And could I have your phone number?
#Person2#: Yes. 7788992.
#Person1#: Fine. And your date of birth, please?
#Person2#: Feb. 3rd, 1980.
#Person1#: Thank you. Now education. Which school did you go to?
#Person2#: I went to a secondary school in South Town.
#Person1#: And have you been to college?
#Person2#: No. I left full-time education when I was 18.
#Person1#: I see. Any qualifications?
#Person2#: Yes. I gained a shorthand and typing diploma at evening classes.
#Person1#: That's good. Now, where are you working at the moment?
#Person2#: Well, I've got a job as a shorthand-typist. But I'm not enjoying it very much and it doesn't pay very well.
#Person1#: I see. Have you applied for any other jobs?
#Person2#: Yes. I thought I'd like to be a policewoman. But they turned me down because I Was too short.
#Person1#: what would you like to do now. then?
#Person2#: Well, I think I'd like to work in a travel agency.
#Person1#: I see. I think the best thing for me is to see what we might find for you. And then... | find a job |
train_7614 | #Person1#: Hi. Phil. can you tell me how it happened?
#Person2#: Sure: I was mountain climbing in New Hampshire in 1982. Suddenly the weather became really bad. There was a lot of snow and we couldn't see anything. We got lost. Well, we spent four days on the mountain. The temperature was -20C. We didn't have any equipment or food.
#Person1#: So what happened? I guess someone found you, right?
#Person2#: Yes. but we were very sick. I couldn't move my legs because of the cold. months in the hospital. The doctors removed my legs.
#Person1#: Right. So you lost your legs, but you want to try your best to stay active.
#Person2#: That's right. In fact, I decided to make some new legs for myself. I realize that no one has to be physically disabled; We can use modern technology to help us.
#Person1#: And you built these great new legs. Can you go mountain climbing again?
#Person2#: Yes, I can. In fact, these are better than climbing shoes, The spring de- sign means they are much more, powerful. | mountain climbing |
train_7615 | #Person1#: Hello, Jean!
#Person2#: Mike Carstairs! My favorite customer. You haven't been in for ages.
#Person1#: No, I haven't. That's right.
#Person2#: How are you?
#Person1#: I'm fine. I heard you weren't well.
#Person2#: Well, I was away for a couple of weeks. But I'm fine now. Ah! You were going to the States, weren't you?
#Person1#: I planned to go there, but I didn't.
#Person2#: Oh, didn't you?
#Person1#: What I have been doing is reorganizing the whole department non-stop since I saw you. And this is the first time I've been in here since Christmas.
#Person2#: Well, it's good to see you. Are you ready to order? | conversation in store |
train_7616 | #Person1#: [A knock at the door.] Come in, please.
#Person2#: Hello, Kate. Where's Jane? I want her to type this letter for me.
#Person1#: I'm afraid she can't, Tom. She isn't working today.
#Person2#: Oh, why? Is she ill?
#Person1#: No. She's studying for an exam.
#Person2#: An exam. Is she going to school?
#Person1#: Yes, she is. She's learning Japanese in night school.
#Person2#: I see. Are you going to night school, too?
#Person1#: No, I'm not, not this year. But I'm thinking about taking a course next year.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Is it expensive?
#Person1#: No, not very. Anyway, it's worth the money. | conversation between friends |
train_7617 | #Person1#: (sniffing) Is that a French cigarette?
#Person2#: Pardon?
#Person1#: Is that a French cigarette you're smoking?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. Why? What's the matter?
#Person1#: I don't understand why yousmoke French cigarettes. They make a terrible smell.
#Person2#: I like them very much. I prefer them to English cigarettes.
#Person1#: Have you got a lot of them?
#Person2#: Yes, about 200, why?
#Person1#: Well... er... could I buy some from you?
#Person2#: Buy some from me? But... you don't like French cigarettes!
#Person1#: No, I don't. But my wife does. | French cigarettes |
train_7618 | #Person1#: I'm searching for an old music box.
#Person2#: You came to the right place. Any particular decade?
#Person1#: If you had a box made in the '20s, that would be nice.
#Person2#: We just got one in yesterday, so now we have six.
#Person1#: Would any of them have dancing figures?
#Person2#: Yes, we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures.
#Person1#: Oh, they're both so beautiful. Let me have this one, I think.
#Person2#: That one truly is a beautiful piece of work, isn't it?
#Person1#: One last question
#Person2#: Oh, no. Everything we sell here is 'as is. '
#Person1#: I guess I was asking for too much.
#Person2#: If it breaks down, maybe you can find a repairman on the Internet. | old music box |
train_7619 | #Person1#: How about going to the cinema tonight?
#Person2#: That's great. What's on tonight?
#Person1#: I am not sure about the name of the film, but I know it's a romantic one.
#Person2#: Romantic? I am afraid I like thrillers better.
#Person1#: Don't you think it's too bloody?
#Person2#: On the contrary, very exciting. | watch a movie |
train_7620 | #Person1#: Don't you feel a little strange taking the place of your old boss after he was demoted?
#Person2#: Yes, at first I felt very awkward. After Bill was demoted and then resigned, it was kind of like somebody died! I mean the atmosphere in the office was like a funeral parlor or something . And then I was afraid people would look at me as a traitor for filling in his spot when the management asked me to. . .
#Person1#: Did they mutiny?
#Person2#: Thankful, no. I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career. I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor. Aafter a couple weeks, it was like nothing happened.
#Person1#: It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work. supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them.
#Person2#: Yeah, and they also take the blame, that's what happened to my old boss. . . | conversation about work |
train_7621 | #Person1#: Are you going to leave school at the end of the term?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I'm going to be a clerk.
#Person1#: What does a clerk do?
#Person2#: He works in an office. He writes letters and reports , and he types.
#Person1#: I want to be a vet.
#Person2#: A-what?
#Person1#: A vet-a veterinary surgeon.
#Person2#: Good gracious ! What's that?
#Person1#: A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals. He's an animal doctor.
#Person2#: I once read a story ahout a person who talked to animals. It was very interesting. | job |
train_7622 | #Person1#: You have been here for how long? Four months now?
#Person2#: Yeah, about.
#Person1#: Do you know Chinese better now?
#Person2#: Oh, definitely. I remember, when I first arrived in Guangzhou, my girlfriend was haggling with a sales clerk over the price of a mobile phone.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah. Many Chinese like to bargain. It happens almost everywhere.
#Person2#: I mean, I understand that. But the speed of the conversation got faster and faster, until it seemed to me that they would fight. My perception of the tone was that it was a violent shouting match. The truth was that it was a perfectly normal conversation.
#Person1#: A shouting match? You're so funny. You must be exaggerating. I don't believe it.
#Person2#: I am not exaggerating at all. I'm telling you the truth. That was how I felt at that time.
#Person1#: Yes, perhaps. Chinese usually don't notice that sort of thing. Maybe it's quite natural to us.
#Person2#: Yes, absolutely true. | Chinese |
train_7623 | #Person1#: This is the good life! We have it good don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah of course! Although, don't you ever wonder what 'could have been'?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Like for example, if I hadn't studied architecture, I would have become an artist like I wanted to.
#Person1#: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I wouldn't have gotten married if I hadn't moved to this town and met Sally.
#Person2#: You see! Everything happens for a reason! We wouldn't even have met if I hadn't been in that car accident ten years ago!
#Person1#: Well, I have no regrets!
#Person2#: I'll drink to that! | conversation between friends |
train_7624 | #Person1#: Where did you go yesterday?
#Person2#: I went to play tennis in the public park.
#Person1#: How often do you play tennis?
#Person2#: Twice a week. How about you?
#Person1#: I seldom play tennis. I prefer football and basketball.
#Person2#: But it is very difficult to gather a team of players together.
#Person1#: I usually play with my schoolmates.
#Person2#: Do you like watching football matches?
#Person1#: Yes, I went to the Tian He Sports Center for a football match last Sunday.
#Person2#: Oh, I watched it on television. It was an exciting match. | sports match |
train_7625 | #Person1#: I hear scientists in the US have discovered a new AIDS vaccine.
#Person2#: Does it work?
#Person1#: I don't know. The report says it is better than the old vaccines.
#Person2#: Don't count on it. I think the best way to prevent AIDS is to keep yourself clean by having clean sex and keeping a regular sex partner.
#Person1#: Right. That's why doctor say AIDS prevention means cleanness. | AIDS |
train_7626 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Mr. Smith. Have you planted a garden this year?
#Person2#: No, you should see everything I'm growing in my backyard. There are beans, cucumbers, tomatoes and several kinds of carrots.
#Person1#: You have fruit trees back there too, right?
#Person2#: I do. I have an apple tree and a pear tree. I actually have a bunch of ripe pears. You can take them to your family.
#Person1#: Thanks, Mr. Smith. But I'm off to volleyball practice right now. My brother is home though, he can come to get some from you.
#Person2#: I thought your brother had an after-school job.
#Person1#: He does, he works at the grocery store, but only on Tuesday and Thursday. | conversation with neighbor |
train_7627 | #Person1#: Hurry up, Jack! It's going to be late.
#Person2#: I'm coming now.
#Person1#: Don't forget your name card and umbrella. It's going to rain.
#Person2#: It's only cloudy outside and it will turn sunny later in the afternoon. So it was yesterday.
#Person1#: I know, but look at the dark clouds.
#Person2#: All right, but I will take a rain coat rather than the umbrella. It broke.
#Person1#: Oh, I'll have it repaired.
#Person2#: I'm off to school. Bye, Mom. | conversation with mom |
train_7628 | #Person1#: How did you do on the test, Jane? You look very pleased with yourself when you left class. So I guess you must have done quite well.
#Person2#: Unfortunately that was mostly overconfidence, Frank. I studied hard and I was very relaxed when I took the test. But I didn't get a very good grade.
#Person1#: Oh, no! what happened?
#Person2#: I turned the pages too quickly and I missed a page. I thought it was a three-page test. I didn't even see page 4.
#Person1#: That's a shame! Have you talked to the teacher about it?
#Person2#: I hadn't thought of that. I guess it couldn't hurt. | the test |
train_7629 | #Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I need to buy some clothes for my daughter. I don't know what size to get. Can you help me?
#Person1#: Certainly. How old is she? How tall is she?
#Person2#: She is 9 years old and 4 feet tall.
#Person1#: We have a great selection of clothes for young girls. Pants start at $10 and shirts start at $7.
#Person2#: Great. I will take 3 pairs of pants and 2 shirts, please.
#Person1#: If they're gifts, I can wrap each item for $1 each.
#Person2#: Please do, thank you. | shopping |
train_7630 | #Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Morning.
#Person1#: Come in. Sit down. Now, you're a new patient, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: OK. So I'd like better to ask you some questions first. Now, have you ever had any serious illnesses or accidents?
#Person2#: A broken leg I got from playing football when I was 17. I was in the school team at that time.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: No. Apart from that, nothing.
#Person1#: And have you had any operations of any kind?
#Person2#: Now the only time I've been to hospital before was when I broke my leg.
#Person1#: Fine. Any allergies?
#Person2#: Yes, to dust and cats.
#Person1#: How do you react?
#Person2#: They both make me sneeze a bit. Nothing else. | conversation with doctor |
train_7631 | #Person1#: Michael, what time is it? We are going to be late for the party.
#Person2#: It's a quarter past six. Don't worry, Rebecca. We will be fine.
#Person1#: But we have to be at Sarah's house by 6:30 for her surprise birthday party. The traffic is getting heavier.
#Person2#: Relax. The party starts at 7:00 o'clock. We are not far from her house now. But I do need help with finding a place to park the car, so Sarah doesn't see it. Can you phone her husband and ask him where it is best to park our car?
#Person1#: OK. I'm calling him now. | birthday party |
train_7632 | #Person1#: Come in, Arnold. Have a seat.
#Person2#: Good morning.
#Person1#: Would you like something to drink?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I just had two cups of coffee at my desk.
#Person1#: So, you're a serious coffee drinker.
#Person2#: Yes, it keeps me going. Sometimes I think I'm addicted.
#Person1#: Well, coffee isn't such a bad thing. Everyone has to have something. For me, it's cigars. Are you a cigar smoker?
#Person2#: No, I've tried them. But I'm not really a smoker.
#Person1#: Well, what would you like to talk to me about?
#Person2#: I wanted to set up this meeting with you to discuss a little proposal.
#Person1#: I'm glad when people have new ideas around here. Tell me about it.
#Person2#: It is about the staff meetings. You know how we have a staff meeting every Tuesday.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Well, I have been thinking about it. And I believe we could do things more efficiently here.
#Person1#: What do you suggest?
#Person2#: The way it is now, the staff from all four branches get together once a week. We meet for one hour. But I think a lot of time is wasted in transportation.
#Person1#: You mean because people have to go across town to get here.
#Person2#: Yes. Some people spend half of the morning on the road.
#Person1#: That's true. But our staff meetings are very important, Arnold. I don't know how we can function without them.
#Person2#: I think they are important too. That is why I want people to have a better attitude about them.
#Person1#: I know a lot of people think the meetings aren't too useful. I'm aware of that.
#Person2#: Here's what I propose. I think we should meet once every two weeks, but meet for ninety minutes or more.
#Person1#: Well.
#Person2#: I also think the meetings should be more focused. And I would be willing to take responsibility for that.
#Person1#: You mean you want to run the meetings?
#Person2#: No, not really run them. But I could help organize them. I could discuss meeting topics with you, and then prepare a schedule for each meeting. I could then send an e-mail to all the staff to explain the coming meeting. This way the meetings would become more focused, and people would prepare better.
#Person1#: Hmm. But we would meet every two weeks.
#Person2#: I really think it would work. The meetings could be longer, and better organized.
#Person1#: I am not against the idea, Arnold. It may really be more efficient, as you say. I'll tell you what we can do. Why don't we try your proposal for a month, and see how it works.
#Person2#: Excellent. I would be happy to get started on it.
#Person1#: I will call the managers. Then tomorrow I'll tell you when we can schedule our first meeting in this ' new style. ' | meetings arrangement |
train_7633 | #Person1#: Hi, Isaiah. How are you?
#Person2#: I'm well. And you?
#Person1#: Fine. How's your job going?
#Person2#: I don't know if I told you or not, but I decided to quit my job and I have started my own business.
#Person1#: Really? That's fantastic. What kind of business is it?
#Person2#: I have started an investment banking firm with some of my old colleagues from Goldman Sachs.
#Person1#: How is it going?
#Person2#: It started off a bit slow, but now, business is really booming!
#Person1#: That is such great news. I ' m really happy for you! Where is your office located?
#Person2#: Our headoffice is here in Beijing, but we are planning on opening up two more offices soon.
#Person1#: Where will those be located?
#Person2#: If all goes well, we will open one up in Hong Kong in April and another one in Singapore in October.
#Person1#: When will you find out?
#Person2#: We are negotiating the final details of the leasing contracts tomorrow.
#Person1#: Well, good luck. I hope it all goes well for you tomorrow!
#Person2#: Thanks! | business talk |
train_7634 | #Person1#: What are you doing? Checking the ' to do ' list for the wedding?
#Person2#: Yep. There's still so much to do!
#Person1#: So let's start by checking off what we've already done.
#Person2#: Did you reconfirm the plane reservations for all the Taiwanese guests?
#Person1#: Not yet, I was busy getting that videographer who films stuff for the Net.
#Person2#: Cool! I can't believe he agreed to go all the way to Dallas with us!
#Person1#: Hey! We're paying for his ticket! | wedding preparation |
train_7635 | #Person1#: Hey there Chris, what are you up to?
#Person2#: I'm just poring over some brochures about various car models.
#Person1#: Oh, so you're thinking about buying a new car?
#Person2#: Yeah, it looks that way. My wife has been bugging me about it. I thought we could probably survive without one, but with a baby on the way, maybe it is time to get a car.
#Person1#: So this would be your first automobile?
#Person2#: That's right. For quite a few years, I rode a bicycle to work. Then I got a motorbike.
#Person1#: Yeah, I think I can understand your wife's position. Asking her to ride on a motorcycle when she's pregnant is a tall order.
#Person2#: Oh... I don't let her ride with me. It's just too dangerous. She takes the bus to work, but it is sometimes difficult to get a seat and it's crowded and hot.
#Person1#: So it's time to buy your very first car! Wow, that's exciting!
#Person2#: Yes, but it's also a pretty big financial responsibility.
#Person1#: Yeah. I still remember my first car. It was an old clunker that my dad gave me when I turned 17. I drove it around for a couple of years until I scraped together enough money to buy a better secondhand car.
#Person2#: I'm having a hard time deciding which model is best for us.
#Person1#: Yeah, it is a tough call. Each one has its pros and cons. Are you looking for a sedan?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a Jeep, but my wife says we have to get a comfortable sedan for long drives home to see her relatives.
#Person1#: I'd advise you to listen to your wife. She will be sitting in the back taking care of the kids so whatever she prefers is probably the best choice. | buy a car |
train_7636 | #Person1#: They don't really think you took it, do they?
#Person2#: I don't know. I just know I've never been asked so many questions in my life.
#Person1#: How many of them were there?
#Person2#: Three. But there was one of them who kept asking really stupid questions.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Oh, he wanted to know what time I got up this morning and if I bad a bath or a shower you know, things like that.
#Person1#: What on earth has that got to do with some money disappearing?
#Person2#: I've no idea. Oh yes, and the most ridiculous thing. He asked me what I had for breakfast this morning.
#Person1#: Oh well, that's it. They obviously think you're a desperate criminal and you have to steal to eat. I should think you'll get thirty years.
#Person2#: Hmm. Thank you very much. | interrogation |
train_7637 | #Person1#: Could I have some fish?
#Person2#: Certainly. And what vegetables would you like?
#Person1#: Oh, spinach, I think.
#Person2#: Fine, And what about something to drink?
#Person1#: Just a beer, please.
#Person2#: Good. Thank you. sir.
#Person1#: Would you like to have some more beer?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I ' Ve had enough. I'll have my bill, please.
#Person1#: Of course. Please wait a moment. I'll go and get it.
#Person2#: Thank you. | food ordering |
train_7638 | #Person1#: What was your wedding ceremony like, Abigail?
#Person2#: My husband and I got married in a registry office with just two friends there as witnesses. But then we had three parties to celebrate.
#Person1#: Three parties? That's quite a lot. That must have been expensive!
#Person2#: Well, since my husband and I are from two different countries, and we live in a third country, we decided to have one in each country. It wasn't actually that expensive.
#Person1#: Were your parents upset that they weren't there to see you get married?
#Person2#: I would have liked them to be there, but they couldn ' t afford to fly out to see us, and we couldn't afford to fly out to see them, so they understood.
#Person1#: Did your husband's family get to meet your family?
#Person2#: My husband's parents flew out to meet my family when we got married in my hometown, so that was great. Some people spend ridiculous amounts of money on extravagant wedding receptions, but we agreed that it was just a waste of money, and we should save it and spend it on something else.
#Person1#: That makes sense. Did you go on a honeymoon?
#Person2#: We waited until our one-year anniversary to go on our honeymoon to Africa.
#Person1#: You really didn't have a very traditional wedding, did you?
#Person2#: Not at all, but we don ' t have a very traditional marriage either, so it suited us perfectly! | wedding ceremony |
train_7639 | #Person1#: Morning, Peter. Nice suit! A new one?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. My wife bought it for me yesterday. Hmm, you look nice in that yellow dress. Yellow suits you really well.
#Person1#: Maybe. Several people have suggested that I get more yellow clothes. They say the color suits me because I have a fair complexion.
#Person2#: That's right. You know, pink, green and black could also be good for you. Actually, I think that all colors are okay for a person with your complexion. It's just that different colors can give people different impressions. For example, black could make you look mature, while pink could make you look young and energetic.
#Person1#: Thank you for your compliments. It sounds like you're a clothing expert.
#Person2#: Well, compared with my wife, I'm just a beginner. | colors of clothes |
train_7640 | #Person1#: Hello, I would like to apply for a permit.
#Person2#: Can I see your ID?
#Person1#: No, I left it in the car.
#Person2#: I'm going to need to see your ID and $ 27 for your permit.
#Person1#: One moment while I go and get my ID.
#Person2#: Make it quick.
#Person1#: Okay, here's my ID and the $ 27.
#Person2#: Thanks. Now fill this out.
#Person1#: Do you have a pen that I can use?
#Person2#: Use this one.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Turn the application in at Window B. | apply for a permit |
train_7641 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Is this the right counter for gloves?
#Person1#: Yes, madam. What sort of gloves do you want?
#Person2#: Well, let me see some of each.
#Person1#: Certainly. What size do you take?
#Person2#: Six and a quarter, I believe, but you'd better measure my hand to make sure.
#Person1#: I think a six is your size. How do you like these? I can recommend them, they're very reliable.
#Person2#: Very well, I'll take these two. | buy gloves |
train_7642 | #Person1#: Mr. Wang, we haven't discussed the mode of payment.
#Person2#: You know Mr. Forster, this is a really large purchase. I am afraid we can't pay off at one time. We have to pay by installment.
#Person1#: Do you mean you prefer a deferred payment?
#Person2#: Yes, Mr. Forester.
#Person1#: When do you start the payment then?
#Person2#: We'll start our payment in half a year and the total amount will be paid off within 2 years by three installments.
#Person1#: We can accept that but you have to pay the interest.
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Shall we sign the agreement now?
#Person2#: Ok, let's sign it. | deferred payment |
train_7643 | #Person1#: Do you know how happy I am? The Ant Kingdom is a perfect world with colorful fairy tales. It seems like the air is fresh here.
#Person2#: Just kids like that.
#Person1#: Come on baby, stop trying to pretend like a man. If you go there, you are sure to like them.
#Person2#: Hurry up! Hurry up! What lovely caterpillars are over there!
#Person1#: I said you are sure to like them. There is the Grand Parade Of Ants Carnival in a few minutes in the square. You will experience a dream of fantasy.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: All kinds of insects dress themselves up. They drive straight their own Flower Cars along the Parade Avenue of Ants Kingdom.
#Person2#: That's splendid. Can you take three pictures of me with them?
#Person1#: I thought you had grown out of such child practices.
#Person2#: Cut it out. Look at my smile, and it seems like the flowers in the spring. Right?
#Person1#: Gross!
#Person2#: Hurry up! The smile is frozen on my face. | The Ant Kingdom |
train_7644 | #Person1#: Have you read all these crazy things that are going on around the world?
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: I was reading about how some people get tricked or drugged in their hotel rooms and have their organs removed! Then they are sold on the black market.
#Person2#: Don't tell me you actually believe all that? Don't be so gullible, they are just urban legends. They are just stories people make up to scare you.
#Person1#: Well, I was also reading about how some popular songs have subliminal or even satanic messages if you play them backwards! Can you believe that?
#Person2#: You really think an artist or song writer is going to go through the trouble of putting subliminal or satanic messages in a song? Don't be so naive!
#Person1#: Well maybe you are right, but how about the story of how KFC has rows of headless chickens which are super grown in order to get bigger chickens faster!
#Person2#: Sounds a bit too far fetched to be true, don't you think? | urban legends |
train_7645 | #Person1#: I'm very grateful for what you have done to my son, doctor.
#Person2#: That's all tight, Mr. Smith. That's my job. I'm very glad he recovered so soon.
#Person1#: I know he has brought great trouble to you. A million thanks.
#Person2#: No trouble at all. He's very cute and brave. By the way, do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks.
#Person1#: I will. It's most thoughtful of you. | gratitude |
train_7646 | #Person1#: Hello, is it necessary to do warm-up exercise? I can't wait to dive into the water.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. Every customer coming here must do the warm-up exercise before getting down to swimming. That's out regulation.
#Person1#: Yeah, I see. You are just doing your job. But I wanna know what the advantages it has.
#Person2#: OK, lovely boy. Try to be patient. Do you know the danger of swimming without warm-up?
#Person1#: As far as I know, people will be weak if they swim too long.
#Person2#: That's right. But the most dangerous thing is that their legs may spasm out of control when swimming.
#Person1#: Is it very dangerous? I'm a little scared. Do you offer the lifebuoy for us?
#Person2#: Yes, besides that, we also provide our customers with goggles, swimming suit and something like that.
#Person1#: Do you have the workers to save me if anything should happen?
#Person2#: Of course, all the workers here are able to swim, and they will come to your aid quickly. | warm-up exercise |
train_7647 | #Person1#: David, imagine meeting you here!
#Person2#: Janice, I found you stole my vegetables at four o'clock this morning. Is that true?
#Person1#: All right! I stayed up yesterday and waited for your vegetables. I stole your peaches and flowers.
#Person2#: It is so hard to prevent them from being stolen. I also got something this morning.
#Person1#: How many vegetables do you steal today?
#Person2#: I stole many from Fred's farm, and from yours. I planned to have a dog on farm.
#Person1#: So funny. By stealing, I forgot all my sorrows and pressure from work.
#Person2#: I could not agree with you more. For us, there are so many unhappy things and I am so bored ; however, I got lots of fun from stealing.
#Person1#: I really want to be far away from the reality now.
#Person2#: But we still need to go back to it. Don't overdo it. | steal the vegetables |
train_7648 | #Person1#: I've been learning to play go recently. It's an amazing game!
#Person2#: Weigh? It must be a greatest Chinese invention. I've tried hard to learn it. Its rules can't be any simpler, but I've never won a game of Go. Well, it's all Greek to me!
#Person1#: At least you have obtained a very basic understanding of the game, haven't you? I think it is perfect for boosting intelligence, cultivating personality and flexible learning. Every intellectual wishing to gain any insight into Chinese culture should learn to play Go.
#Person2#: I heard it is included in the four major arts of China, is it?
#Person1#: Sure. It was considered desirable that a well-educated ancient Chinese scholar could be well versed in zither, weigh, calligraphy and painting. I think weigh is the most fantastic of them. It embodies ancient Chinese wisdom and cultural profoundness.
#Person2#: I know it is quite different from Western chess.
#Person1#: Yes. Playing chess is a very aggressive experience. All the pieces are supposed to capture their opponents. Whenever I start a chess game, I can't help but imagine a concrete battle in which all fighters stand ready to kill.
#Person2#: But isn't it the same with wiki?
#Person1#: Certainly not. The object of weigh is to surround a larger area than the opponent. In other words, each side is struggling for a greater living space by mapping out a territory on the board. Hence, chess aims to kill, while weigh is most concerned with howso survive. | play the chess |
train_7649 | #Person1#: Do you give me a bonus?
#Person2#: Yes. We don't give bonus every month, but we offer semi-annual bonuses.
#Person1#: Do you allow any commission?
#Person2#: Yes. Commission will be given on the basis of your sales revenue. And the percentage will be 2 % of your total revenue. | salary |
train_7650 | #Person1#: What would you like to order?
#Person2#: I would like to have a hamburger.
#Person1#: Did you want it with cheese?
#Person2#: I don't want cheese on it.
#Person1#: Did you want anything to drink?
#Person2#: I think I'm going to get a soda today.
#Person1#: What kind of soda can I get you?
#Person2#: A Sprite sounds good.
#Person1#: What else would you like?
#Person2#: Let me get a bag of chips too.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: That's all. | food ordering |
train_7651 | #Person1#: Honey, can you set the table?
#Person2#: Um, sure. What are we having for dinner? Do I need to put out anything in particular?
#Person1#: Well, make sure to put out the pepper and salt shakers. I don't know if your brother is coming tonight so set an extra place mat just in case.
#Person2#: Ok, should I use the fancy silverware?
#Person1#: Yeah go ahead, forks, spoons and knives. I roasted some meat so be sure to put out some steak knives as well.
#Person2#: I'll also set some cups and saucers for some coffee after dinner.
#Person1#: Honey? Have you seen our soup bowls?
#Person2#: They are in the cupboard where you keep the gravy boat and serving dishes. Just be careful because the wine glasses are also there.
#Person1#: Oops! | set the table |
train_7652 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: I have a Time Deposit here and I'd like to get the money now.
#Person1#: The maturity date isn't for another 10 weeks. Are you aware of that?
#Person2#: Yes, I know, but I need the money urgently for a family emergency, you see. I know I should apply in writing if I wish to withdraw, but I'm afraid there just isn't time.
#Person1#: The regulations state that the interest is paid at the rate of a Current Deposit, so unfortunately you will lose some interest.
#Person2#: Well, it can't be helped. I really must have that money. Thank you. | withdraw the money |
train_7653 | #Person1#: Hi, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm looking for a sofa.
#Person1#: What about this one?
#Person2#: May it be used as a sofa in the day and a bed during the night?
#Person1#: Oh, you want a convertible sofa. This way, please. Over there is the one you want. | convertible sofa |
train_7654 | #Person1#: I need somebody to come over and fix my internet.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: For some reason it's just not connecting.
#Person2#: How long have you been having this problem?
#Person1#: It hasn't been working the past few days.
#Person2#: Does the internet come up at all?
#Person1#: It does, but it won't connect to anything.
#Person2#: Well, the internet isn't down, so there must be something wrong with your connection.
#Person1#: Could you send someone to fix it today?
#Person2#: I'll send somebody over right away to fix it.
#Person1#: When will they be here?
#Person2#: They should be there in the next hour. | fix the internet |
train_7655 | #Person1#: I came here to get a chest X-ray.
#Person2#: I will need you to take your clothes off from the waist up and put on the gown, leaving the opening in the back.
#Person1#: What comes next?
#Person2#: I will need you to face this glass plate right over here.
#Person1#: Should I do anything else?
#Person2#: Your arms need to be raised to shoulder height.
#Person1#: Is this OK?
#Person2#: So far, so good.
#Person1#: How come you are walking away?
#Person2#: I am not leaving. I just need you to take a really deep breath, hold it, and then let it out.
#Person1#: Will I be finished then?
#Person2#: You will be able to put your clothes on as soon as I have checked the film. | chest X-ray |
train_7656 | #Person1#: I'd like to open a one-year time deposit account and a checking account.
#Person2#: Okay, if you'll please fill out these forms. . .
#Person1#: Sure, is there any regulations about my accont?
#Person2#: There's a minimum initial deposit of $ 100 for the checking account, and a minimum deposit of $ 500 for the savings account.
#Person1#: Okay, here are the forms. Can I use traveler's checks to open the account?
#Person2#: Certainly. Just make them out to National Bank, and sign and date them.
#Person1#: Okay, here you are. | open accounts |
train_7657 | #Person1#: Bob, can I talk to you for a minute? There have been some developments for the Stewart case that I really need to talk to you about.
#Person2#: Yeah, what's the matter now? We've had so much trouble with this case already. Don't tell me there's more bad news.
#Person1#: Well, I'm afraid there is. I have some bad news for you about the results of the forensic tests. . . there won't be any results.
#Person2#: What? What does that mean? Why won't there be any results?
#Person1#: I hate to tell you this, but it seems that every shred of evidence that would help us to convict were destroyed in a laboratory fire. There's nothing left. I'm so sorry. . .
#Person2#: Oh, no, you can't be serious. I never expect anything like this would happened. What are we going to do?
#Person1#: There's nothing that can be done. Everything is gone. I wish I could tell you differently, but what has happened has happened. We will just have to figure out a way to move on. | bad news |
train_7658 | #Person1#: Did you like the play?
#Person2#: Not really. It's a dull one, and the production isn't satisfactory, either.
#Person1#: You're absolutely right. The acting could be better.
#Person2#: To be fair, though, both the costumes and scenery are marvelous. | play |
train_7659 | #Person1#: You look kind of green.
#Person2#: I don't feel so good. I am feeling sick to my stomach.
#Person1#: Have you had anything to eat lately?
#Person2#: I had fried shrimp and clams for lunch.
#Person1#: Perhaps the food was bad.
#Person2#: Perhaps, but I haven't felt well for a few days now.
#Person1#: Has anything been upsetting you lately?
#Person2#: My stress level is pretty much what is usually is.
#Person1#: Do you think that maybe you are getting the flu?
#Person2#: It seems to me like I may have caught a bug. | stomachache |
train_7660 | #Person1#: Okay, now I'd like to find out more about your last job. I see you spent almost four years at the London Weekly, is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. To be honest, the first year was quite tough for me. I was really just treated more like an intern. I didn't have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating.
#Person1#: So, what changed?
#Person2#: Well slowly but surely I proved myself, and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer.
#Person1#: Wow, a real step up!
#Person2#: Yes, I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly. I spent restaurant years in that position, but to be honest it wasn't an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term.
#Person1#: I see, so why did you decide to leave finally?
#Person2#: I just felt that the paper couldn't offer me any new opportunities. I really needed a more challenging role to be honest. | work experience |
train_7661 | #Person1#: John, did you have a dream when you was a little boy?
#Person2#: Of course I did. I dreamed to be a pilot when I grow up. But unfortunately, I didn't realize it.
#Person1#: I had the same experience with you. When I was a little boy I dreamed to be a great scientist. But now you see, I'm just a common office clerk.
#Person2#: Okay, forget about that. So, do you have some practical dreams at present?
#Person1#: I do. And now I'm working hard to learn English, and I want to be an interpreter some day.
#Person2#: You're promising. Just follow your dream and never give up.
#Person1#: Thanks, I will. | dream |
train_7662 | #Person1#: Hi. Hi Sweetie. I'm home. Um, I'm home!
#Person2#: Oh, hi honey. Welcome home. How was you day?
#Person1#: Well ...
#Person2#: That's good.
#Person1#: It was terrible. The company is going to lay off about 50 people, and I might be one of them.
#Person2#: Oh, that's nice.
#Person1#: That's nice? You're not even listening.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: So, what did I tell you?
#Person2#: Um, you said that the company ... something about 60 employees, um ... and you might be one of them ... or something like that.
#Person1#: No, that's not what I said.
#Person2#: Oh?
#Person1#: The problem is you never listen. Never! So look. I bought you this book. Here. Read it.
#Person2#: What? Now what? Big Egos, Little Ears: Getting Your Husband Out of the Clouds. What's this? What? And you paid $35 dollars for it?
#Person1#: No. YOU did. I used YOUR credit card.
#Person2#: Oh, whatever. Um, so, what great secrets does the book contain that I don't know already?
#Person1#: Okay. First of all ....
#Person2#: Okay. I know, I know. I know what you're going to say.
#Person1#: No, you DON'T know. The first thing is not to interrupt and think you know what I'm going to say. Hold your tongue for once and give me a chance to share my feelings before you come up with some witty response.
#Person2#: Okay. I got it ... I think.
#Person1#: I hope. Number two. Show me that you're listening. Stop checking Facebook while I'm talking to you, turn off the TV, look me in the eyes. Anything to show me that you're paying attention.
#Person2#: Right. Uh, so what's for dinner?
#Person1#: See ... see!
#Person2#: Hahah. I'm sorry. I'm just joking.
#Person1#: It's not funny. It's not funny!! So QUIT LAUGHING!! And don't tell me what to do to fix my problems either. Most of the time, I don't need solutions. I just need you to listen to my feelings.
#Person2#: Okay. I guess I haven't listened enough.
#Person1#: No. You don't listen very much.
#Person2#: And I haven't shown much empathy. I am sorry.
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: And, well, I should have been better. How about if I read a couple of chapters and then we talk about it? Is that okay?
#Person1#: Yeah. That would be nice. Thank you. | argument between couples |
train_7663 | #Person1#: It's ten o'clock. I'm going to have to be leaving.
#Person2#: Leaving? Already?
#Person1#: Yes. I've got to get up early tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: OK. Stop over again sometime.
#Person1#: Sure. Thank you very much for your dinner. See you then.
#Person2#: See you then. | farewell |
train_7664 | #Person1#: I read the instructions, but I'm still not sure how to use my cell phone.
#Person2#: Actually, it's pretty easy. First of all, don't forget to turn it on.
#Person1#: Got it!
#Person2#: Then dial the number. And remember to press the 'send' button.
#Person1#: That's all?
#Person2#: Pretty much. Just make sure to recharge the batteries every few weeks. And try not to drop it. It's fragile.
#Person1#: Good advice.
#Person2#: And one more thing: Be sure to pay the phone bill every month! | cell phone |
train_7665 | #Person1#: Did you have a busy week?
#Person2#: Emm, well, no. I mean I didn't do a lot, but I bought a computer.
#Person1#: You did? Thank godness. Now you don't need to borrow mine. You had it for two weeks last time.
#Person2#: Yeah, so sorry about that. I wrote my history paper on it. Thanks again, by the way.
#Person1#: Sure, no problem. So how do you like your computer?
#Person2#: Oh, it's really cool. I use it everyday.
#Person1#: Really? Are you using it for class? I mean you're working on the paper now, right?
#Person2#: Emm, yeah, yeah, but I don't use it for class.
#Person1#: So what do you use it for?
#Person2#: Emm, actually, I just watch DVDs on it all week. | computer |
train_7666 | #Person1#: Dad, can I go to a movie this week with Shannon?
#Person2#: Let me look at the calendar here. Hmm. When are you thinking about going to a movie?
#Person1#: Uh, we're thinking about seeing a movie on Wednesday after school.
#Person2#: Well, that's not going to work. You haven't practiced your piano at all for an entire week, so you have to catch up on that.
#Person1#: What about Friday?
#Person2#: Uh uh. Forget that idea.
#Person1#: And Saturday?
#Person2#: Well, you have to take an English class in the morning. And then, we have to clean out the garage. You said you'd help. Well, that should only take a couple of hours. And then, after that, you can go to the movie.
#Person1#: Yeah. Can I go and see the nine o'clock showing?
#Person2#: The five o'clock showing!
#Person1#: How about the seven o'clock showing?
#Person2#: And why are you so concerned about the show time?
#Person1#: Well, I don't know if I'll get all of my homework done before then.
#Person2#: Sorry, but I want you to get to bed early that night, and so, I can drop you off at the movie theatre about 4:30, so you'll have time to get tickets.
#Person1#: Okay. Thanks, Dad. | see a movie |
train_7667 | #Person1#: Good morning, Hillton Hotel. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. My name is William Woods. I'd like to book a single room with bath.
#Person1#: I'm afraid the single room has booked out, what about the double room with bath?
#Person2#: That's OK. By the way, how much is the fee per night?
#Person1#: $ 65. When will you be arriving and leaving, Sir?
#Person2#: From Monday, August 23rd to Saturday, August 28th.
#Person1#: Quite all right, Sir. Mr. William Woods, double room with bath, six nights. Is it right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's it. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | room reservation |
train_7668 | #Person1#: Did you see the large crowd on the street corner when you came to school this morning?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. What was that all about?
#Person1#: A serious accident happened. A drunk driver hit a bus full of passengers.
#Person2#: Oh dear! A lot of people must have been hurt or even killed?
#Person1#: You are right! All the injured people were taken to the hospital immediately.
#Person2#: I hope so. Drivers must be careful, especially during rush hour.
#Person1#: I agree with you. We will all be safe if everyone obeys the traffic rules. | traffic accident |
train_7669 | #Person1#: Dr. Smith, you were a political journalist in America and I was told that you've chosen to live here, a mountain village like this in the Himalayan Community. Could you please tell me why you came to India and settled down here?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I came to India a year ago to have a better understanding of the country. After I arrived, I had to find a place where I could live and write. Of course there were many places for me to choose. But after some months I settled down happily in this village because I like the countryside better and it is a little cooler than those in the plains.
#Person1#: Have you ever thought of a typical village as a better choice?
#Person2#: Yes, I have. Yet no such thing exists. In fact I wasted a lot of time looking for the typical village. Conditions vary too widely. But the villages I stayed in had much in common- poverty, dirt, and ignorance.
#Person1#: But in spite of all this, you still feel very happy. Is the experience in this country so important to you that you came all the way from the United States?
#Person2#: Well, that's also the question that the villagers ask me. They think that I'm crazy to give up my comfortable life in the United States and isolate myself from the outside world in this remote village, like a retired old man Why have I come? I've put aside my work as a political journalist because my ideas have changed. I've come to believe that what is happening in the Third World is more important than anything else. But to understand how three-quarters of the world's people live, and how their future might affect the rest of the world, I feel that I first have to try and share their way of life.
#Person1#: I must say I find your view on this issue very convincing. I'm sure when you go back to your own country you'll find your stay here very rewarding. | live in village |
train_7670 | #Person1#: are you still coming to my place for dinner tomorrow night?
#Person2#: of course. Is the dinner still on?
#Person1#: yes, I was just wondering how you and your roommate were planning on coming to my place.
#Person2#: we were planning on walking both ways since the weather is still nice.
#Person1#: that's what I thought you would do. Listen, I live in a bit of a rough neighborhood. It's just down the street from all the bars. You probably don't want to be walking around after dark.
#Person2#: it can't be that bad.
#Person1#: I wish it wasn't, but there is actually a lot of crime and prostitution around here.
#Person2#: really? I never would have guessed. The criminals must only come out in the evenings, because I've never noticed anything strange when I've been at your house in the daytime.
#Person1#: do me a favor, and take a taxi. It'd make me feel a lot better.
#Person2#: ok, we will. How do you get around in the evenings?
#Person1#: when I first moved in, I walked everywhere. But within a week, I had my purse stolen, just a block away from the police station! Now, I always take public transportation.
#Person2#: has anything else happened to you?
#Person1#: nothing else has happened to me, but I have seen quite a few fights on the streets after the bars close.
#Person2#: well, we'll be careful. Thanks for letting me know. | crime prevention |
train_7671 | #Person1#: Do you have any shoes like these?
#Person2#: What size?
#Person1#: Size five.
#Person2#: What colour?
#Person1#: Black.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. We don't haven any.
#Person1#: But my sister bought this pair last month.
#Person2#: Did she buy them here?
#Person1#: No, she bought them in the U. S.
#Person2#: We had some shoes like those a month ago, but we don't have any now.
#Person1#: Can you get a pair for me please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid that I can't. They were in fashion last year and the year before last. But they're not in fashion this year. These shoes are in fashion now.
#Person1#: They look very uncomfortable.
#Person2#: They are very uncomfortable. But women always wear uncomfortable shoes! | shopping |
train_7672 | #Person1#: Dick, I've decided not to rent that house.
#Person2#: But yesterday you said you would rent it.
#Person1#: I've changed my mind.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: Well, I think maybe I should find a house that is closer to where I work.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. | house renting |
train_7673 | #Person1#: Have you heard about Anlesen David?
#Person2#: No, have they have another fight?
#Person1#: No, they got engageed.
#Person2#: You must be joking. Those two.
#Person1#: Well, my dear. I didn't believe either. But got it straight form the horse's mouth. Davi called me this morning.
#Person2#: So when did this happen?
#Person1#: Last weekend , while they were on the sik trip.
#Person2#: Well, I believe it now, and when are they are getting marry?
#Person1#: Next june.
#Person2#: I can hardly believe it. | engagement |
train_7674 | #Person1#: What do you think of smoking?
#Person2#: It's harmful not only for yourself but for others.
#Person1#: What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking?
#Person2#: Stop producing cigarettes.
#Person1#: But that'll affect the national economy.
#Person2#: That's right. But I don't think there are better ways.
#Person1#: How about painting a warning on each cigarette packet?
#Person2#: Maybe it can take effect. | smoking |
train_7675 | #Person1#: What are you doing here, Tom?
#Person2#: I am organizing my fishing equipment.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: I'm going fishing with my best friend.
#Person1#: So you really like fishing huh?
#Person2#: Yeah, I do.
#Person1#: When did you first become interested in fishing?
#Person2#: Long ago. You know my father really likes fishing. When I was a child, he took my brother and me to the riverside to go fishing. It was around that time that I started to get into it.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. | fishing |
train_7676 | #Person1#: Hi, John. What are your plans for the weekend?
#Person2#: Huh? My plans? Nothing really. Probably read some books or play on my computer. Why?
#Person1#: Well, I want to invite you to my home for dinner. So we can get to know each other better.
#Person2#: You want to invite me to dinner? But we've been in the same class for the past 2 years and you've never even spoken to me before.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. We seldom have the chance to talk. I'm always playing with my friends and having fun, while you always have your face in a book.
#Person2#: Yeah. Well, I guess I can come. Thanks. Actually, I do feel like relaxing. I have been working all week on science project.
#Person1#: Really? I haven't even started it yet. Science is so boring.
#Person2#: You haven't started it yet? Listen, maybe you should spend this weekend doing the project. It really is a lot of work. We can have dinner next weekend.
#Person1#: No, no. It has to be this weekend. Hey, I know, you're good at science and have already done the project. So after dinner, maybe you can do my project.
#Person2#: Do your project?
#Person1#: I... I mean, help me do my project. Just bring your books and the project plan. It shouldn't take you...Ah... I mean us, long to finish.
#Person2#: Us? Yeah, I see. Listen, Mary, I've just remembered. I'm busy this weekend, so I won't be able to make it to dinner. | invitation |
train_7677 | #Person1#: How was your dinner party last Sunday?
#Person2#: I think it went pretty well, all of the 10 guests really seemed to enjoy themselves.
#Person1#: That's nice.
#Person2#: But we shouldn't have invited my boss again. We can never get him to leave.
#Person1#: Really? How late did he stay this time? Until midnight?
#Person2#: Later than that. He stayed till 2:00 o'clock in the morning, and we both had to get up early.
#Person1#: You should have just asked him to leave earlier.
#Person2#: Well, it's pretty difficult to do that to one's boss. | party |
train_7678 | #Person1#: I missed the TV news last night. What was the lead story on the news?
#Person2#: Some actress was in court for driving without a license.
#Person1#: What was the second story?
#Person2#: Some actor married a woman young enough to be his daughter.
#Person1#: What was the third story?
#Person2#: A bull chased a man in a supermarket?
#Person1#: Oh, those are all silly news stories. | TV news |
train_7679 | #Person1#: Do a lot of people do mountain running?
#Person2#: Yes, the runs take place in the countryside. The areas like the Lake District in the Highlands of Scotland are very popular. But this doesn't stop people from the city taking part. For example, I drive to my club for my city apartment.
#Person1#: Can you tell me the history of mountain running?
#Person2#: Well, there are records of people doing this going back nearly 1000 years. It was always been connected with country fairs and festivals. Overtime it became official, and nowadays a run is operated usually on its own.
#Person1#: Hmm, what are the tougher courses like?
#Person2#: There is a race called the Dragons Back, which takes place over 5 days and over a distance of 200 miles. But before you sign up for it, I should point out that only people with lots of experience are allowed to enter.
#Person1#: How can you get started in the sport?
#Person2#: Well, you start with something easy and work your way up to more challenging runs. If you want to enter races, you'll find their graded in terms of distance and height. But just as people who do road running won't necessarily run a marathon, you don't have to enter mountain running races. | mountain running |
train_7680 | #Person1#: What kind of music do you like listening to?
#Person2#: I like music that has a fast beat and it's lively, like dance music which is sometimes too loud, though. You prefer classical music, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I find it very relaxing. I often listen to Mozart or bach in the evening after a hard day at work.
#Person2#: I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music.
#Person1#: Classical music is supposed to be good for your brain, research suggests that it makes your brain more active, students who listen to classical music while studying perform better.
#Person2#: Really? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often. I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress.
#Person1#: Yes, that's why I listen to it in the evenings. I usually play it as background music while I'm cooking or doing other housework. But in the early morning when I get up, I prefer to listen to folk music which is more traditional. | music |
train_7681 | #Person1#: I am waiting for a fax but just now I found there ' s something wrong with the fax machine.
#Person2#: What ' s wrong with the fax machine? Is it urgent?
#Person1#: Yes, very urgent. And there is no other fax machine around. And the office of our boss is closed, so I can not use his machine either. And his secretary is out. Do you have any suggestion?
#Person2#: Either call this extension number 0085 or ask them to send the fax to you as e-mail, you print it out. | fax machine |
train_7682 | #Person1#: Oh, my God! I've been cheated!
#Person2#: What? What did you buy?
#Person1#: It's a brick! I can't believe how stupid I was. Damn it!
#Person2#: What is it? Why did you buy a brick?
#Person1#: There was a guy on the sidewalk.He had three new boxes, Panasonic video camera boxes.He said he had to get rid of them quick.
#Person2#: And?
#Person1#: So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars. A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks.
#Person2#: And it's a brick?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: I can't believe how stupid you are. Why didn't you open the box?
#Person1#: I wanted to. But he said, no, the box is still in its plastic wrap from the store.If it's opened, other people won't believe it's new.
#Person2#: So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic.
#Person1#: Yes, it was the kind of perfect plastic wrap that comes with new products.Look, it even had a bar-code price sticker on it! It looked brand new.
#Person2#: But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars?
#Person1#: He said he had to get rid of them. They were stolen.
#Person2#: Aha! Now I understand.You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk.So, what I think is, you deserve to get cheated!
#Person1#: C'mon, don't blame me! I thought it was a new camera. We could use it.We were even thinking about buying a camera. I don't understand how he could have such a perfect-looking box.
#Person2#: That's no problem.He just has a friend who works in a shop that can do plastic wrap. That's easy.And probably it's the same shop he got the boxes from.Maybe his friend works in an electronics store. They sell video cameras there.Probably they had a couple video camera boxes lying around.So they get the idea of wrapping bricks to sell to fools like you.Twenty dollars a brick. That's a good profit if they can sell enough bricks.
#Person1#: You're right, Sarah. I was a fool. I can't believe it. How could I fall for such a trick? | being cheated |
train_7683 | #Person1#: Just as the saying goes, every potter praises his own pot. You should pay special attention to selling yourself properly in the interview.
#Person2#: It is especially important for the graduates who step into the job market for the first time.
#Person1#: You'd better prepare what you are going to say in advance, in order to have a good performance in the interview.
#Person2#: The contents should be mainly descriptions of your background. And the length depends on the particular situation.
#Person1#: Only when you are aware of what the interviewer will be interested in, can you make a targeted preparation.
#Person2#: To sell yourself successfully, you should leave the interviewer a deep impression.
#Person1#: Selling yourself should go straight to the point, and the statement should be clear and brief.
#Person2#: It should also be truthful and realistic. Do not blindly blow your own horn.
#Person1#: You should particularly state your strong points which are closely related to the position you are applying for.
#Person2#: While you should not omit your weak points, they need to be described appropriately
#Person1#: Time permitted, you could add certain examples to your description.
#Person2#: Besides, in the interview, it is best that you make corresponding adjustments to apply your prepared contents flexibly. | job interview skills |
train_7684 | #Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he ' s in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. Any more and he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck! | late for work |
train_7685 | #Person1#: Hi, could we have two orange juice smoothies?
#Person2#: Would you like those with yogurt?
#Person1#: Sure, why not?
#Person2#: What else would you like to add? We highly recommend caterpillar fungus.
#Person1#: Caterpillar fungus?! What the heck is that?
#Person2#: It ' s a special kind of Chinese herb. It ' s good for you! | buy drinks |
train_7686 | #Person1#: Wow, Amy, look at that number.
#Person2#: What's so great about it?
#Person1#: What do you mean? It's a scrim.
#Person2#: Not to me, I wouldn't be caught dead in that.
#Person1#: I love that kind of stuff.
#Person2#: Yeah, you seem to like those styles.
#Person1#: Sure do. I get a kick out of looking punk.
#Person2#: This one looks really expensive though.
#Person1#: I don't care how much it costs. I'm rolling in it.
#Person2#: Lucky you! I can't buy anything else. I'm flat broke.
#Person1#: I got a replace my party outfit, I trashed it last week.
#Person2#: Why did you drag me into this? I've spent a week salary.
#Person1#: Are you on the level? You're the one who called me, remember?
#Person2#: Just joking, Tonia. I've got some wonderful clothes. Let's go and have a close look at your outfit. | shopping |
train_7687 | #Person1#: Hello, Pauline's Furniture Store, Faye speaking. How may I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I ordered a dining table last week. The order arrived today, but there are several scratches on the surface of the table. I would like to exchange it.
#Person1#: I'm terribly sorry about that. We could take it back and deliver a new one to you early next week. Would that suit you?
#Person2#: Well, I'm hosting a dinner party this weekend. Couldn't you make it any sooner?
#Person1#: Please hold on, I'll just check with the delivery department.
#Person2#: OK, thank you. | exchange a table |
train_7688 | #Person1#: Have you met the new girl?
#Person2#: No. Have you?
#Person1#: She's one of the prettiest girls at the school.
#Person2#: What does she look like?
#Person1#: Well, she's quite short.
#Person2#: How tall would you say that she is?
#Person1#: I would say she's only 5 feet.
#Person2#: What about her facial features?
#Person1#: She has light brown eyes, absolutely beautiful.
#Person2#: I think I know who you're talking about.
#Person1#: Have you seen her?
#Person2#: I think that I have. | new girl |
train_7689 | #Person1#: Order in the court!
#Person2#: I would like to make my plea.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: I would like to plead not guilty.
#Person1#: You do realize that all the evidence points to you?
#Person2#: I know. But I did not do it.
#Person1#: How do you figure that?
#Person2#: I didn't commit the crime.
#Person1#: Do you know who did?
#Person2#: If I tell you who did, will you release me?
#Person1#: I'm sure we can work out some kind of deal.
#Person2#: I'll tell you all you need to know. | court |
train_7690 | #Person1#: Good morning, Madam. How can I be of service?
#Person2#: I'd like to pay this cash into my account please. I usually do it at the machine, but the queue is very long today.
#Person1#: Yes, I'm sorry about that. One of our Atms is down and we are waiting for it to be repaired, but it should be up and running again very soon.
#Person2#: I see. Here's my Bank Book.
#Person1#: You need to fill out the deposit slip as well. Here you go, Madam.
#Person2#: Thanks. | bank service |
train_7691 | #Person1#: It's a beautiful day here in New Zealand at the Men's Volleyball world championship. My name is Rick Fields and I'm joined by the man with the plan, Bob Copeland.
#Person2#: Thank you, Rick. We'Ve got a very exciting encounter ahead of us today as two powerhouse teams, Brazil and China, face off against each other and try to qualify for the next round. Without a doubt, both teams are in top shape and this will prove to be a competitive match.
#Person1#: The ref signals the start of the game and here we go. Ribero serves and China quickly receives the ball. Chen bumps it to the setter, and. . . a very nice set by Chen!
#Person2#: Xu spikes it! Wow, what a great hit! The Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and tried to block him but he managed to get the ball in!
#Person1#: It's China's service now. What a superb jump serve by Li, oh, and we have a let serve. The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net.
#Person2#: Brazil calls for a time out and we'll be right back, after a short commercial break. | volleyball match |
train_7692 | #Person1#: Do you mind if we call on you this evening?
#Person2#: Of course not, we'd be happy if you could come. What time will you be able to come?
#Person1#: How about seven o'clock?
#Person2#: Fine. We'll be expecting you. | call |
train_7693 | #Person1#: Steve, you look pale. What happened?
#Person2#: I didn't sleep a wink last night.
#Person1#: Did you have something on your mind? You look so concerned. Maybe I can help you.
#Person2#: Well, I am under a lot of pressure. My boss is very pushy. He assigned me three projects. Now the deadlines are near, and I still have not finished all of my projects.
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do to help you?
#Person2#: Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to, so that I can relieve my stress. | complaint |
train_7694 | #Person1#: I am not certain, but I think I might ask to be considered for the new job.
#Person2#: Why are you considering trying for it?
#Person1#: I think that I might like it, but I am still thinking about it.
#Person2#: What is it about this job that appeals to you?
#Person1#: I think that I would enjoy the position but there isn't a lot of creativity involved.
#Person2#: Yes, you could be right. There is a lot to consider.
#Person1#: I am also wondering about the pay.
#Person2#: Would a slight decrease in pay be worth it for a new opportunity for growth?
#Person1#: I am thinking that might be the case.
#Person2#: I think you should give it a shot. What do you have to lose? You can always change your mind. | new job |
train_7695 | #Person1#: I want to try something different today.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: I want a different hair style.
#Person2#: What style do you want?
#Person1#: Can you make my hair short?
#Person2#: Exactly how short do you want it?
#Person1#: Make it a few inches long.
#Person2#: Are you sure you want me to cut it that short?
#Person1#: I've been thinking about this for a while now.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll do it if you're positive that this is what you want.
#Person1#: I honestly want my hair that short.
#Person2#: All right, then let's begin. | new haircut |
train_7696 | #Person1#: Joseph, who is that woman?
#Person2#: That's Susan.
#Person1#: What does she do for work?
#Person2#: She's a lawyer.
#Person1#: Is she American?
#Person2#: No, but she speaks English fluently.
#Person1#: She's really tall. Do you know her?
#Person2#: Yes, I know her. We're friends.
#Person1#: Who's that man standing next to her?
#Person2#: Which man?
#Person1#: That short guy on her right. What's his name?
#Person2#: Oh, that's Matt.
#Person1#: He's really good looking.
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Do you know him?
#Person2#: I don't know him, but I think my sister does.
#Person1#: Is he married?
#Person2#: Yes, he's married.
#Person1#: I remember now. I met him before. | know new people |
train_7697 | #Person1#: Julie, what's on the tube?
#Person2#: nothing but bench of commercials. These days the amount of commercials is amazing.
#Person1#: yeah. Maybe we can change to another channel. what about the sports channel? Let's see if there's a game on.
#Person2#: okay. Nope, it's a replay of yesterday's soccer match between Brazil and Spain.
#Person1#: it was a good game, but not good enough to watch again. Keep surfing.
#Person2#: alright. Hmm, this movie is a rerun. . . I don't know how many times I've seen this show. . . Commercial again. . . and a replay of the talk show. . . oh no, this show is terrible, you don't wanna watch it.
#Person1#: oh, what is it?
#Person2#: it's a total rip-off of an American reality show, but the imitation is unbearably clumsy.
#Person1#: oh, I know this kind of shows. Sometimes they really piss me off. If I wanted reality, I'd go outside.
#Person2#: yeah. . . it seems what we have on TV now are either repeats, or commercials, or low-quality shows. There's really nothing to watch.
#Person1#: I don't get it. We have more than 100 channels and there's still nothing good on! Maybe we should just turn off the TV, get outside, and do something real.
#Person2#: cool. | tv shows |
train_7698 | #Person1#: Is this watch yours?
#Person2#: No, it isn't mine. I blundered upon it under the sofa. Do youknow whose watch it is?
#Person1#: Let me have a look. It's mine. I have been looking for it, but just cannot find it. It's present from my father.
#Person2#: Well, here you are. Remember to put it in a proper place. | watch |
train_7699 | #Person1#: I'd like to have these shirts washed and ironed.
#Person2#: Ok, do you want us to use starch?
#Person1#: Yes, heavy starch in the collar, please.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Your shirts will be ready by Thursday morning. Anything else?
#Person1#: I also have a suit to be dry-cleaned. Can I fetch it the day after tomorrow? It's urgent.
#Person2#: No problem, sir.
#Person1#: Could you please tell me when your laundry opens and closes?
#Person2#: We remain open from 9am till 8p m.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Here is your laundry ticket, sir.
#Person1#: Thank you. I'd like to get my laundry.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. May I have your laundry ticket, please?
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Yes, they are ready to go.
#Person1#: Can you sew on these buttons?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: How much for the shirts?
#Person2#: 10 dollars.
#Person1#: Here is the money, keep the change.
#Person2#: Thank you, bye. | laundry |
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