Good morning , sir . Is there a bank near here ?
There is one . 5 blocks away from here ?
Well , that's too far.Can you change some money for me ?
Surely , of course . What kind of currency have you got ?
RIB .
How much would you like to change ?
1000 Yuan.Here you are .
Good afternoon . This is Michelle Li speaking , calling on behalf of IBA . Is Mr Meng available at all ?
This is Mr Meng speaking , Michelle .
Oh , hello ! Sorry about that . I'm just calling to say that we've received your new Corporate Credit Card from HQ .
That was quick ! I wasn't expecting it until later this week .
Yes , our application procedures have speeded up since we started using the new fast-track system .
Shall I come in and collect it ?
Or we can send it to you . But if you would like to use it at the ATM , you'll need to wait for your PIN number .
Mmmm ... if I come in and collect it this afternoon , is there any way I could use it today ? Petty cash is getting low , so I need to draw some money .
As long as you bring your ID , etc , we can serve you over the counter . But you won't be able to use the ATM until your new PIN number arrives .
I see . Yes , that's fine . I'll be there at around 2:30 pm . See you later , and thanks .
What qualifications should a reporter have ?
As a reporter , he must have acute insight and language skills . At the same time , he must have good judgment , the respect for his job and tactical cooperation with others .
Can you work under pressure ? You know , people working here are all busy everyday since we're daily newspaper .
I think I've got used to work under pressure . I will adjust myself to the step of your newspaper quickly .
Hi , good morning , Miss ? what can I help you with ?
Good morning I'd like to mail this box of books to Taiwan .
OK , please put it on this scale.Airmail or by sea ?
How long does it take to reach Taiwan by sea ?
Usually about two month .
That's too long.How long does it take to reach Taiwan by airmail ?
About ten days .
Then how much is that by airmail ?
Let me see.It ' s 57 dollars , 20 cents , including tax .
That's a little bit expensive .
Although it's expensive to send it by airmail , it's quicker and safer than by sea .
I guess I have to send it by airmail .
Do you want to ensure the contents , Miss ?
Yes , please .
Please fill out this form , also please write the value of the items in this space .
OK .
Excuse me , ma'am . Can you tell me where the nearest postoffice is ?
Of course . Go straight ahead . Turn right at the next street . You'll see a tall , yellow building.The post office is on the first floor .
Do you mean that I go that way for one block , then turn right ?
Yes , you are right .
Is it far ?
No , It's only about five minutes ' walk .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
Could you give me some advice on how to bring up my son properly ?
He's a bright boy , isn't he ?
But he always wimps out of difficulty .
Don't worry , he'll make good progress step by step .
I'm in 507 . I have a few problems with my room .
What is that problem , sir ?
There are cockroaches in my room .
Are you sure , sir ? Flies I could believe , but cockroaches ?
I've counted nine different cockroaches , and I accidentally stepped on another one .
Sir , we run a spotless and cockroach-less hotel .
You dare to doubt me ?
I'm sorry , sir . Let me transfer you to my supervisor .
Excuse me , sir , I'm afraid you can't park your car here .
Why not ? It's my parking space .
I'm afraid not , sir .
Oh ? That's a surprise . Let me see ... D 0411 Our dog's birthday . Yes , I'm sure this my parking space !
But I saw a red car always parking here before .
Oh , we've just repainted our car . It was red .
Maybe . But the car of this space has a broken rearview mirror on the left .
Yeah . It used to . We got that fixed yesterday too .
Could you wait for a minute , sir ? I'd like to have a check .
Sure , go ahead .
Sorry , sir , my mistake . This is your parking space .
That's all right . It's not your fault .
What can I do for you today ?
I need to buy a new refrigerator today .
Were you looking at a particular refrigerator ?
I like that Kenmore refrigerator .
This particular refrigerator is a very good choice .
Tell me about it .
Not only is it affordable , but it comes with all the appliances .
What are the appliances .
It has an ice maker , water dispenser , and plenty of room on the inside .
I'd like to see it for myself .
Go right ahead .
I like what I see .
Oh , well . It was fun to be the winner . But ... it's too big . I must be an extra small in the States .
So what about the tennis racket ?
Look ! It's amazing . I can't wait to try it out !
How much did that end up costing you ?
Oh ... around twenty bucks . A bargain if you ask me . Look at the picture of her playing with it !
Hey , two for one . That's a super deal .
And here's her signature !
Can I help you ?
I'm looking for someone who works here , but I lost his business card . His name's Long or Sang or something like that .
Chang ?
Yeah , that sounds right .
There are about twenty people named Chang who work here . What department ?
Let me think ... accounting , finance , something like that .
Eric Chang in accounting ?
That's him !
I'll call him and tell him you're here .
I appreciate your help .
Would you like to have a seat over there ? It'll just be a minute . And can I have your name ?
Here's my card .
OK . I'll have him come up to get you .
Hello , Sir . You're here to discuss the Network Settlement Service , right ?
Yes , that's right . We want as much info as possible before we agree to anything .
Yes , it's important to be all clued up before you enter into any agreement . To make full use of the Network Settlement Service and take advantage of the whole banking system , we provide internal fund transfers , account inquiry , agency clearing to name but a few .
So , do you think our corporation will be eligible for this ?
Yes , and it's extremely simple . All you need to do is make a Network Settlement Agreement with us .
Dear , time is up , let ’ s go there now .
Just a minute . I ’ m putting on my clothes .
Have you taken the key to the door ?
Yes . Oh , dear , I can ’ t find my hairbrushes . Can you help me ?
Where have you put it ?
I put it in the dressing room .
Are you sure ?
Yes , quite sure .
Then , have you looked downstairs ?
Yes , I ’ Ve looked everywhere downstairs .
Look , dear . It ’ s over there .
Where ?
On the floor .
Excuse me , sir . You can't park here .
I am just waiting for my friends . It won't be long .
Sir , the curb here is not for parking .
But I didn't see the sign , Ma ’ am .
There is a sign at the corner of the street . When you turned in here , you should have seen it .
I didn't see it .
I am sorry , sir . I have to give you a ticket . You can appeal to the court within 14 days . You will avoid paying the fine if you can prove that you are not at fault .
Are you a goal-oriented person ?
Yes , I am . I always make a plan before I do anything .
Where do you want to be in 5 years ?
I don't want to have a specific title . I just want to enjoy what I am doing .
That sounds very reasonable .
It's the most important thing to me .
If you are hired , how long do you plan to stay with us ?
That obviously depends on how things go - - whether I'm suited to the firm and the firm to me .
Tell me about some of your recent goals and what you do to achieve them .
I want to put my knowledge and experience to use in a challenging position . In order to achieve this goal , I just want to work step by step .
What is your long-range objective ?
I haven't thought it over at all .
What do you think is the most important thing when looking for a job ?
I think the most important thing is the interest in the job .
I'd like to open a current account .
Certainly . May I see your social security and your ID , please .
Here you are . I wonder how much interest can I earn from a current account .
Oh , current accounts don't pay out interest .
Why is that ?
It's primarily designed for business transactions . That is , writing checks to pay for bills , buying things and sending money . We won't expect a large amount of deposit in a current account .
I see . How do I draw money for my own use then ?
Good morning , Helen .
Good morning , Steven .
So , what's the status of our advertising campaign ?
It'll be a national campaign starting next week .
What style will the ads be ?
I suggest that we focus on slice of life , showing how you can beat the summer heat by biting into a cool ice-cream sandwich .
Sounds like a good idea . Will we have a new slogan ?
Definitely .
I'd like to taste some local dishes . What would you recommend ?
That's fine . You must try this dish .
Could you tell me how this thing is cooked ?
It's fish steamed and served with our special sauce .
Is it good ?
Sure . It's a most popular dish .
I think I'll try it , and give me some green salad together .
We have two dressings for salad . Which one would you like ?
What kind do you have ?
We have French and Thousand Island .
Make it Thousand Island .
Taxi !
Where will you go , sir ?
Friendship Hotel .
OK , it's not far from here .
I have something important to do , can you fast the speed ?
Sure , I'll try my best . Here we are .
How much should I pay you ?
The reading on the meter is 15 yuan .
Here's 20 yuan , keep the change .
Thank you very much .
Mr . Johnson ’ s office . Cindy speaking .
Hi , Cindy . It ’ s Michael Kurt . Is Mr . Johnson in ?
No , I ’ m sorry , Mr . Kurt . He ’ s stepped out for a bit . Would you like me to have him call you ?
Yeah , that ’ ll be great . I ’ m on extension 4283 .
Hi , Mark .
Hi , Bill . I ’ d like to take the apartment I looked at yesterday .
All right .
So , what do we do now ?
This is the lease . You should read the lease very carefully before you sign it because it describes your legal rights and responsibilities as a tenant . The lease also describes our rights and responsibilities as landlords .
Okay . ( Reads the lease ) So , according to the lease , I ’ ll deposit one month ’ s rent as a security deposit , and I have to pay the first month ’ s rent in advance . I understand that I ’ ll get the security deposit back when I move out if the apartment does not need any costly repairs .
Yes . If you do not damage the apartment , you will get your security deposit back when you move out .
Can I pay you by check ?
Sure . A check will be fine .
Is there a laundry room in the basement ?
Yes .
Can I sign the lease right now ?
Good morning ! What can I do for you ?
I'm thinking of travelling to Suzhou in July . Could you recommend some tourist programs for that ?
With pleasure . We arrange two kinds of tourist programs for Suzhou , a six-day tour by train and a five-day flying journey .
How much does a six-day tour by train cost ?
Five hundred yuan .
Does that include hotels and meals ?
Oh , yes , and admission tickets for places of interest as well .
That sounds reasonable . What about the five-day flying journey ? How much is that ?
Eight hundred and fifty yuan .
Covering all expenses ?
Yes . But there is no half fare for children . They must pay full fare .
I can't believe you wear jeans to the office ! Are you trying to lose your job ?
Of course not . I'm just observing casual day . On Fridays , the company doesn't require us to wear formal business attire .
Wow ! Nobody told me about that . Won't the relaxed dress code damage the company image ?
We don't think so . Casual days are becoming more common , and we believe employees can maintain a professional image without wearing uncomfortable clothes .
I guess it lets people express their individual tastes . But won't some people abuse it ?
Not really . Besides , there is a separate dress code for casual day . People can't just wear whatever they want .
It seems that a relaxed atmosphere could hinder productivity .
Believe it or not , it has the opposite effect . Employees are actually more productive on casual days .
ABC Company , my name is Lucy . How can I help you ?
Hello , Lucy , this is Monica . I ’ m calling for the accountant position . I saw the information about the vacancy on your company ’ s website . Is it still available ?
Thank you for your interest . The position is still available . Have you already sent your CV to us ?
No , not yet . First , I want to check about the availability and see if you could give more information .
It is urgent for us to fill this position now and I would like to stress that English is a must because of the international contacts and most likely traveling abroad very soon . If all these is not problem for you , I recommend you to mention these in your cover letter and send it to me directly .
The notification period of my current job is not that long and I ’ m quite profession to English and I am happy with the traveling abroad as I ’ m good dealing with the people from other cultures . It makes the whole job even more interesting . I will send my resume to you still this week .
Can I help you ?
Yes , do you have any rooms available ?
A single ?
No . I need a double and three triples . My family is waiting for me in the car .
Please fill out this form , sir .
Ok ... Here you are .
Here are your keys . Check out time is noon .
Is breakfast included ?
No .
Why didn't you go to school yesterday ?
I stayed home because I wasn't feeling well .
What was your problem ?
My stomach was bothering me .
Are you feeling any better ?
I'm still feeling a little sick .
I'm going to the store , would you like any Pesto Pistol ?
I'd appreciate that .
Excuse me , but please empty your pockets of all the metal things and put them in this tray .
Including my keys ?
Yes , and please step over there .
All right . What shall I do now ?
Just open your bags so we can check them . After that you can pick them up right behind that X-ray machine .
I've got film in my bag .
That's all right . This machine will not damage the film .
That's fine .
Can I have your boarding pass ? We need to stamp it .
Sure . Here you are .
Thank you .
Am I through now ?
Yes . Here is your boarding pass .
Thank you and goodbye .
Welcome to Flash Foot , sir.How can I help you ?
I ’ d like extra prints made of these photos .
Do you have your negatives ?
Yes.Here they are . I ’ Ve marked how many prints I want on each shot .
What size do you want the prints ?
Four by six , except this one . I want a ten by thirteen print of this one .
Okay , they ’ ll be ready for you in an hour .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
I'm interested in taking a tour to Sydney .
Well , we have a package tour there .
How much does it cost ?
$ 600 .
Does that include the insurance ?
Of course .
Hello , Mr . Wang . I am glad to meet you here at the fair .
Like wise . Take a seat , please . How about a cup of tea ?
Sure . Thank you . It seems your business is prosperous . There are many customers here .
Yes , it's not too bad . Our sales are going up year after year . And we still have a large potential production capacity .
Well , what do you think of choosing a commission representative or agent abroad to promote your sales ?
That's a good idea . So far , we have several agents abroad .
We are willing to be your agent in Thailand for hand-held tools . What do you think ?
That sounds good .
Then , what's your usual commission rate for your agents ?
Usually , we give a commission of 4 % to our agents .
4 % is too low , I think . You see , we have a lot of work to do in sales promotion , such as advertising on radio or TV , printing booklets , leaflets , catalogues and so on . It all costs money , 4 % is not enough .
Don't worry . We'll allow you a higher commission rate if your sales score a substantial increase .
You mean to saya
It sounds OK . Then how do you pay the commission ?
We may deduct the commission from the invoice value directly or remit it to you after payment .
All right . If it's okay , we would like to sign an agency agreement with you immediately .
Think it over . We hope to keep a good business relationship with you .
Thank you for your help .
I'm glad these batteries are on sale .
I'm sorry . These batteries are not on sale .
But that's what the ad said .
I'm sorry . If you look at the ad again , you'll see that the other brand is on sale .
Oh . You're right . I misread the ad .
Yes , many people make that mistake .
Well , you can't blame them . It's a confusing ad .
You're right . Many ads are like that .
Well , as long as I'm here .
Just one second , and I'll give you the batteries that are on sale .
Hi , Jack , we are having a party tonight , wanna coming enjoy us ? You can bring your girlfriend , Tina .
I don't have a girlfriend . I'm single .
Oh , that's right . Well , there are going to be many beautiful girls at the party tonight , anyway .
No , I like being single . I never thought lonely , I'm focus on my career . Maybe I'll start to look for my girl when I achieve success .
Why is that ?
Because I'm living a real world , a man enriched have a good career and make a lot of money . Franklin speaking the girls I've met wounldn't married a man wounldn't make enough money .
I agree , a man needs good career.But that doesn't mean he should have a little fun , too .
So , Casey , how are things going with the photos for the press kit ?
Yeah , I ’ Ve been meaning to talk to you about that . I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline .
You ’ Ve had over a month to get this finalized ! Why are things delayed ?
Well , the thing is , we ran into a lot of problems . . .
I ’ m not looking for excuses here . I just want to get this finished on time !
I know , and I apologize for the delay . But some things were just beyond my control . I had trouble booking the photographer , and then Michael was sick for three weeks , so I couldn ’ t include him in the photos , and the design team lost all the files , so I had to re-do the pictures .
I ’ m not going to put this off any longer , Casey ! I want those photos ASAP !
Yes , sir ?
Can I have Mr . J . Smith paged ? He said he'd be in the main dining room . I'm Mr . J . B . White .
Who would you like to have paged again , sir ?
Mr . J . Smith .
Where would you like him to come ?
To the front desk .
Just a moment , please .
Can you help me find a lotion for a problem I am having ?
That ’ s what I am here for . What questions can I answer for you ?
I have poison oak , and I need help with the rash that won ’ t stop itching .
The best product is Techne , and you can buy either the lotion or cream .
Which one is best ?
The cream form is very popular .
Can I do anything else to help with the itching ?
You could also take an antihistamine to help the rash go away quicker .
I appreciate you helping me find a solution to the itching .
Anytime you have a question , please feel free to ask .
Excuse me . Something is wrong with my bank card . Can you help me ?
Yes . What's the problem ?
Just a mistake with my name . It should be issued as Steven , but the card is under the name ' Steven ' .
Oh , I am very sorry about that . It's our fault . I will arrange someone to correct it immediately .
OK , no problem . To err is human .
Anyway , we apologize for the inconvenience we have brought you . Please just wait for a moment , and it will be fixed .
Thank you very much .
We are doing Secret Santa at the office again this year .
Whose name did you pick ?
I got Jacob . Any ideas what to get him ?
Booze !
Yeah , you ’ re right . Can ’ t go wrong with that .
Is everything to your satisfaction ?
No , the steak was recommended , but it is not very fresh .
Oh , sorry to hear that . This is quite unusual . I will look into the matter .
This is very annoying .
I'm sorry , sir . Do you wish to try something else ? That would be on the house , of course .
No , I don't risk it .
How about a delicious dessert then , with our compliment ?
I'm not keen on dessert as a habit . They are fattening .
I see , sir . I'm sure everything will be right next time you come .
Excuse me , are you Jane ?
No , I'm Mary .
Oh , are you in Class Four ?
No , I'm in Class There .
Excuse me , but I'm not feeling too well . I think I'm going to throw up .
There's an airsickness bag behind the seat that's in front of you .
I must've missed it .
Is this your first time flying ?
Yes . I'm going to San Francisco .
Oh , it's a beautiful city . I think you'll like it .
Hey , I'm feeling much better already .
Sometimes if you don't think about it , that sick feeling will go away on its own .
Thanks . By the way , my name is Mary .
I'm Frank . Nice to meet you .
Welcome to Al's Bakery . What can I get you ?
Hi ! Let me get a dozen croissants , four blueberry muffins and a loaf of sourdough bread .
Sure . Would you like to have the loaf sliced ?
No , that's OK . Do you have any whole wheat bread ?
We are out at the moment . May I suggest some rye bread ?
Sure that sounds good . Do you have any cakes ?
We have various birthday cakes and also ice cream cakes .
I'll just take a cheesecake .
Will that be all ?
Yes .
Your total is forty three dollars and twenty cents .
Good morning , ladies and gentlemen , we are happy you have all come out for our training workshop . Today we have a great line-up of speakers to talk to you . First on our program is a well-renown expert in the field of international economic development , Harvard's own Dr . James Smith . Dr . Smith has been involved in economic research for over twenty years , and has taught at Harvard since 1995 . And now , without further adieu , we'd like to welcome Mr . James Smith .
Thank you , Mr . Jackson , ladies and gentlemen , colleagues , friends . The subject of my talk is international relations in a morgen world . I plan to say a few words about the current situation in the Middle East and how it affects world economy . I'd like to give you an overview of the way that the economies of seemingly unrelated countries are intertwined . I've divided my talk into three parts , first an overview of international relations , second a discussion of current political situations , and lastly trends for the future . My presentation will take about two hours , but there will be a twenty-minute break in the middle . We'll stop for lunch at 12 .
You're looking rather pale , why ?
I couldn't sleep well recently .
You'd get plenty of sleep for you work so hard .
I always drink too much wine in the evening .
You shan't drink more wine in the evening .
Yes , you are right .
And you'd take some exercise every day .
Many thanks for your advice .
Hello Mrs Parker , how have you been ?
Hello Dr Peters . Just fine thank you . Ricky and I are here for his vaccines .
Very well . Let's see , according to his vaccination record , Ricky has received his Polio , Tetanus and Hepatitis B shots . He is 14 months old , so he is due for Hepatitis A , Chickenpox and Measles shots .
What about Rubella and Mumps ?
Well , I can only give him these for now , and after a couple of weeks I can administer the rest .
OK , great . Doctor , I think I also may need a Tetanus booster . Last time I got it was maybe fifteen years ago !
We will check our records and I'll have the nurse administer and the booster as well . Now , please hold Ricky's arm tight , this may sting a little .
I ’ m interested in teaching at your school .
Great . Are you a qualified teacher ?
Yes .
What kind of teaching certificate do you have ?
I have a TEFL certificate .
How many years of experience do you have ?
I have three years of teaching ESL and four years of teaching per-school children .
When did you get your TEFL certificate ?
I got my TEFL certificate three years ago .
Why do you want to teach at our school ?
Well , I ’ Ve heard many good things about it . I also like teaching young children .
That ’ s great . Can you speak Chinese ?
Yes , just a little .
Can you come in for an interview tomorrow at 10:00 ?
I sure can .
Great . See you then .
Why is the car before us stopping ?
What's going on ?
Look . Two cars are standing right in the middle of the road and the drivers are shouting rude words to each other . That's why that car stops .
More and more people easily get irritated while driving .
Yes . This is what is called road rage .
This is today ’ s schedule . At 8 thirty AM , conference with the department managers . At 9 o ’ clock , live for the workshop where you ’ ll award prizes to the staff for preventatives .
That ’ s great . What are the prizes ?
3000 RIB as bonus for each person .
To encourage the staff increases .
Ok . Next thing is laying the corner-stone for the new plant at 10 AM . At 12 AM , back here for lunch .
What about the afternoon ?
At 2 PM , give a presentation here with the press . At four o ’ clock sharp , have dinner with Mr . Smith , manager of NCC .
This is Lincoln Bank , Consumer Credit Department . How can I help you ?
Ah , hello . I'm calling to find out how I apply for a car loan .
We offer a Personal Automobile Consumer Loan . The application process is pretty straight forward . I trust you have enough funds to cover the 20 % down payment ?
Yes , I do . It's ready and waiting in my account .
The next step is for us to recommend a dealer to you , who are already contracted to us , so ...
Could I just stop you there ? Sorry to interrupt , but I have already been to your appointed dealer and selected the car I want .
That will certainly cut down the processing time . We can move on to the next step . Do you have the purchase price ?
Yes , it's 110,000 RIB . So , with the down payment done , I will need to borrow 70,000 RIB .
What we need you to do next is to come into the branch with a correctly filled in application form , ID card , proof of residency , proof of income , the agreement from the agent and of course the 20 % down payment .
Yes , I have everything here . OK , I'll come in and see you later today . Maybe I could have my new car as early as next week ! How exciting !
Hi , my name is Tom .
Tom , the new sales representative ? Nice to meet you ! I'm Melinda .
Nice to meet you too.Melinda .
Now let me show you around . This is our reception area , and our conference room is right over there . Over here is the sales department .
Really ? This is a nice office , but it's quite small .
Yeah ... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there .
It looks like you guys work hard .
I tell you what just between you and me , we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard.Just kidding . Oh , your cubicle is over the . And this way . Those are all private offices the managers offices .
Hmm ... Tell me more details about our jobs .
Sure thing .
What do you think of our price ?
Your price has gone up sharply , hasn't it ?
Yes . We regret we cannot maintain our original price . Since the prices of the raw materials have been raised , we have to adjust the price of our products accordingly .
I agree with you there , but your price is unreasonable .
I don't think so . You must compare our price with that of other export houses . I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level .
I don't think we'll be able to pay the price . To have this business concluded , you need to lower your price at least by 3 % .
I ’ m afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price .
Don't you agree with me that in the long run , moderate prices will bring about large sales and more profit ?
We've already cut down our price to cost level .
Is that all ?
Yes , this is the best we can do .
I'm sorry we can't handle the price you offered .
So , Jimmy , how does it feel to have your own money ?
It ’ s great , dad . I don ’ t mind delivering papers , but the real fun is collecting the money .
Even though you are only twelve , it ’ s not too early to start saving a little money .
I ’ Ve never had a bank account before . Why don ’ t I just keep my money under the matters like grandpa does ?
You know you would spend it . And also , money in the bank earns interest .
But what if I need my money suddenly ?
The bank will give you a PIN , and you can withdraw money from any ATM .
Great ! So it ’ s almost the same as keeping it under the matters !
Not quite . You have to maintain a minimum balance of twenty dollars . And sometimes the bank has service charges . But you don ’ t have to worry about that yet . Let ’ s go make your first depot
OK . Guess I have to do that before . I can make money my first withdrawal .
Is this where I can catch a bus to the theater ?
Yes , but you can't get there with out a change .
Which bus do I have to change ?
You have to get off at the hospital and change for bus 15 .
I see . Thank you .
Here we are , Joan . This is the Palace museum , also known as the Forbidden city .
Oh , how splendid ! Can you take a picture of me here ?
Sure .
Excuse me . I'm afraid I got lost . Where am I on this map ?
We are here , bus station , we are in the heart of the city .
Oh ! Can I go from here to the Zhongshan Park ?
Head straight up the street about two blocks then turn right .
Tony , could you tell me if there are any special rules about the job ?
Working hours are from 8: 30 a . m . to 5:00 p . m . Be sure not to be late or absent . Report to the manager by filling in the ' Monthly Report ' every month .
Is there anything else ? How about my salary ?
Our company has a strict and reasonable salary standard . On the 20th day of every month , you can get your salary on time . Benefits depend upon the length of service and the employee's past attendance record .
Wow , thank you for telling me these . Do you mind telling me something else , like attendance record , holiday , and how to ask for leave ?
All new members are likely to ask the same questions . Haha . I can understand that . Every month you have three days off , besides the weekends and some important holidays . After you've been here for a year , you qualify for a one-week vacation . The leave less than a half-day should predict for an hour , and more than a half-day should predict three days .
Okay , that's good . I get it .
Kate , you never believe what's happened .
What do you mean ?
Masha and Hero are getting divorced .
You are kidding . What happened ?
Well , I don't really know , but I heard that they are having a separation for 2 months , and filed for divorce .
That's really surprising . I always thought they are well matched . What about the kids ? Who get custody ?
Masha , it seems quiet and makable , no quarrelling about who get the house and stock and then contesting the divorce with other details worked out .
That's the change from all the back stepping we usually hear about . Well , I still can't believe it , Masha and Hero , the perfect couple . When would they divorce be final ?
Early in the New Year I guess .
Overseas operator .
I would like to make a collect call to Taipei , Taiwan , please .
Your name , please .
Tim Chen .
What's the number , please .
The area code is 2 , and the number is 2367-9960 .
The line is connected . Please go ahead .
Hello . Excuse me .
Yes . Can I help you ?
Do you remember me ? I just had lunch here a half hour ago .
Of course I remember you .
I think I lost my wallet here .
Oh , no . Really ? I didn't see anything .
Really ? You didn't find a wallet ?
No , I didn't . Would you like to go look by the table with me ?
Yes , I would . It's not here . And it's not on the floor.Has anyone sat at this table since we left ?
No . It's been empty the whole time .
Hmm . I don't know how it could have happened .
I remember , sir , that your friend took the bill.You didn't pay for the lunch yourself , did you ?
No . My friend did .
Then are you sure you took your wallet out of your pocket while you were here ?
No , I'm not sure . But I usually take out my wallet when I sit down.It ' s uncomfortable to sit on it . So I usually put it next to me on the table .
Maybe you lost it before you came here . Or maybe you left it at home .
I don't think it's at home . I think I had it when I left the house.But what should I do ?
Well , the first thing you should do is make sure it's not at home.Then , if it isn't , you need to call your credit card companies and cancel your cards . Next , you need to replace whatever you lost , your driver's license , things like that .
Should I call the police ?
You can if you want . But the police usually don't do anything about lost wallets .
Hmm . I'll go home and check . Maybe you're right . Maybe it's at home .
I'm sorry we couldn't find it , sir .
Thanks for your help .
Good morning , young lady . You can call me Ma . Do you see anything you like ?
Yes . Many things ! I especially love this beautiful quilt .
That quilt was passed down to me from my ma in Holland .
It sounds like a special quilt . Why do you want to sell it ?
Well , this home is too big for me now , so I'm moving to an apartment that is much smaller . Therefore , I need to part with a few things .
Oh , I see . Umm , how much do you want for the quilt ?
Is fifteen dollars OK ?
Have you got change for a thousand ?
Let me see .
May I come in , Mr Sun ?
I ’ d rather you didn ’ t , Miss Yang . I ’ m very busy now .
Can I try later then ?
Yes , of course .
Is it all right for me to come in now , Mr Sun ?
Well , uh ... I ’ m still pretty busy , but ... all right . Come in . What can I do for you ?
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put info a transfer ?
Yes . But why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well . You see , I don ’ t like the office . I don ’ t like the staff . And I ’ m afraid of you . And I don ’ t want to go one . So may I put info a transfer ?
Yes . I ’ d be delighted if you did .
Where is that ?
Take me to the airport , please .
Are you in a hurry ?
I have to be there before 17 o'clock .
We'll make it except a jam . You know it's rush hour .
There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time .
I'll do my best .
Here's twenty dollars .
Do you have small bills ?
No . If you can't break it , keep the change . But can you give me a receipt ?
Here is your receipt . Thank you .
Recently I have been getting headache and my eyes don't seems to see focus properly .
When did you last time have your eyes checked ?
Two years ago . At that time I had no problems.Now I can ’ t even make out something ten meters away .
Come over here . I will test your eyes . First cover your left eye like this , and when I point , please read the chart from the top , and go as far as you can , telling me which way the “ E ” points .
All right .
Good.Now the other eye .
Well , this one is worse .
Never mind , just read as far as you can .
I can only read the first three lines .
Is there a car park near the supermarket ?
Yes , there is an underground car park near the supermarket .
I see . Thanks .
Oh , come on , Ultraman !
What's up , Bro ? What's in the bulletin ?
It says that there will be a blackout from 5 p . m . to 7 p . m . in our neighborhood today .
Blackout ? Even the TV has the limit .
Don't you know you will look like a monster in the blackout ?
Oops , no , Daddy can't watch American Idol , either !
That's not the point . Come on , can you imagine that there will be no electricity on such a hot day ?
Oh , my god ! No air-conditioner !
OK , since you are the smart one , can you come up with a better plan ? So that we won't be baked like cookies here .
How about playing Barbie out there in the neighborhood ?
Barbie ? You know , I might be seven , but I'm not a girl .
Do you have a better plan ?
All right , all right .
Yes , ma'am , how could I help you ?
I am wondering if you do facial care ?
Yes , we do .
How much would it be ?
From 200 to 800 .
I'm afraid 800 is too expensive for me . Could you recommend something around 300 ?
No problem .
Can I help you , Miss ?
I would like to order 2 office-style cabinets and desk calendars . We want office-style cabinets in white . The catalogue number is 90 - f - 2356 .
How soon do you want it ?
Could you deliver it tomorrow ?
No problem .
Please handle the items carefully .
Certainly .
We will pay by collect on delivery .
I hate to do this to you , Alice , but I ’ m going to have to ask you to put in some more overtime .
Does it have to be this afternoon , Mr . Fairbanks ? I ’ Ve already made plans .
Well , I would have preferred to do it today , but if you ’ Ve already made plans , we can do it tomorrow .
I ’ d appreciate that , sir . How long do you think you ’ ll need me to stay ?
What ’ s your attitude when do wrong things at work ?
The buck stops here .
Hello ! Is your company advertising for administrative assistant on the newspapers ?
Well , Administrative assistant with shorthand and typing skills are badly needed here .
First I want to check about the availability and see if you could give me more information .
The position calls for a person with some working experience . We must be able to benefit from your analytical and interpersonal skills . Can you deliver your resume to us first ?
Of course . I will deliver my resume to you in minutes ' time . I hope you will consider my application and I shall appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience .
OK . I will call you soon . Bye now .
Bye .
Just as the saying goes , every potter praises his own pot . You should pay special attention to selling yourself properly in the interview .
It is especially important for the graduates who step into the job market for the first time .
You'd better prepare what you are going to say in advance , in order to have a good performance in the interview .
The contents should be mainly descriptions of your background . And the length depends on the particular situation .
Only when you are aware of what the interviewer will be interested in , can you make a targeted preparation .
To sell yourself successfully , you should leave the interviewer a deep impression .
Selling yourself should go straight to the point , and the statement should be clear and brief .
It should also be truthful and realistic . Do not blindly blow your own horn .
You should particularly state your strong points which are closely related to the position you are applying for .
While you should not omit your weak points , they need to be described appropriately
Time permitted , you could add certain examples to your description .
Besides , in the interview , it is best that you make corresponding adjustments to apply your prepared contents flexibly .
Hello ?
Hi , Deborah ! This is John . I'm calling from Australia .
What are you doing in Australia ?
I'm attending a conference in Sydney this week . Remember ?
Oh , right . What time is it there ?
It's 10:00 P . M . And it's four o'clock in Los Angeles , right ?
Yes - four o'clock in the morning .
4:00 A . M . ? I'm really sorry .
That's OK . I'm awake now .
John hasn't turned up and Stefan is ill . Do we have anyone on stand-by ?
I'm afraid not , we're very short-staffed at the moment . Can you ask the shift supervisor to ask one of his team to do some overtime ? Perhaps Tommy can stand in for an hour or two until we find a replacement .
Jack , let ’ s go !
Oh , you are out of breath ! What happened ?
Some people are wildly shooting on the next street . We must leave here as soon as possible !
Take it easy . They will get caught .
Hello . May I speak to Jerry , please ?
Sorry , but he is out for lunch right now .
I see . Can you give me some idea how long he'll be back ?
I think he will be back around 2:00 . If you like , please leave your name and phone number , I'll have him call you as soon as he comes back .
That's nice . My name is Steven , my phone number is 6789777 . Okay , I'll be waiting for his call . Thank you and bye !
My pleasure , bye !
Excuse me , Miss .
What can I do for you ?
I've just heard an announcement that my flight has been delayed .
What's your flight number ?
Flight CA216 to Chengdu .
Yes , it's true . It has been delayed .
Could you please tell me why ?
Yes , of course . The delay is due to heavy rain .
How long will the delay be ? Do you have any further information about it ?
I am sorry , we don't know the extent of the delay at present . But according to the latest weather forecast , there will be a change in weather soon .
We have to wait . Well , is it possible for the rain to stop before noon ?
It's hard to say . Weather is so changeable in the summer . Please listen to the latest announcement about your flight .
Yes , I will . Thanks a lot . Bye !
Bye
What are we going to do ? I can't get the car out of this ditch . I'm stuck !
I'm worried , Tom . I haven't seen any other cars for almost an hour .
I know . This is terrible . What can we do ? This snow doesn't stop falling !
I told you we should have stayed in town today.The weather report said 100 percent chance of snow.Why did you want to come up here ?
I wanted to show you the cabin . We only had another half-hour to go .
Well , now we're stuck . What can we do ?
I don't know .
I've heard that when this happens , it's important to save energy .
What do you mean ?
We're stranded here , Tom . We may be here a long time.We need to conserve the gas in the car . The car's energy is what will keep us warm .
I have plenty of gas .
Yes , but the gas and the battery both have to stay working.We can't just let the car run and run.If we do , it will die soon . Then we'll freeze .
So what can we do ?
Turn the lights off.Then , run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour.That will conserve the heat as long as possible .
Alright . That's a good idea .
I wish we hadn't come up here . Now we'll probably be here for days .
Days ?
Yes , it happens.That is what happens in big snowstorms . People get stranded for days .
Oh , my God ! It's good we have food .
Probably we'll survive.But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes . Then we'll turn it on again .
Hey , buddy , can ’ t you see there ’ s a line ?
Oh , sorry . I didn ’ t know .
What ? You haven ’ t taken the bus before ?
No , I ’ m afraid not .
Well , you have to wait in line like everyone else . Besides , you should let old people on first .
Sorry .
It ’ s all right . Where are you going ?
I wanted to see the White House .
Oh , well you don ’ t want this bus , anyway . It goes to Georgetown .
Oh , no .
It ’ s all right , though . Just get off at the next stop and catch the 79A .
Oh , well thank you very much .
You ’ re welcome .
Can I help you ?
I'd like the double cheese burger meal , please .
What kind of drink would you like with that ?
Just coke will be fine .
Would you like a super size meal ? Only 2 RIB more , you'll get large coke and fries instead of medium . And today we are offering free toys all the meal boxes .
That sounds good , thanks , I'd like that . Actually I'd like sprite instead of coke , thanks .
That's not a problem , Miss . Will that be it ?
Yes , that's all .
That will be 25RMB , please
You got it .
Do you have any night tours ?
Yes , we will depart in 10 minutes .
Is that a guided tour ?
Yes , it is .
That's fine . Let's get on the bus .
I am sure we will make it up as soon as possible .
That's nice .
We hope this matter will not affect our good relations in our future dealings .
Of course not . We have cooperated for a long time .
I would like to purchase some meat .
What kind of meat would you like to get today ?
First off , I'm going to need a pound of ground beef .
A pound of ground beef is $ 2.48 .
That's perfect .
What else will you be needing ?
I'm also going to need three pounds of chicken breasts .
The chicken breasts cost $ 4.05 per pound .
What's the total price for the chicken ?
It's going to be $ 12.15 .
Okay , I think that will be all for me today .
I think you know already that I want to discuss the represent - ton for your alarm clocks .
Yes , Mr . Bergeron . You mentioned that in your letter . To tell you the truth , your proposal surprised us .
Is that so ? Anyhow I want to go over the details with you in person , so you can give my suggestion thorough consideration . Our firm specializes in this line of business . We have six sales representatives , who are on the road all the time , covering the whole of the European market .
Do you sell direct to shops ?
Yes , we specialize in handling clocks and watches of all sorts . We have well established channels of distribution and we canvass the retailers direct , without any middlemen .
Do you keep a stock of these things ?
In some cases , such as the wristwatches , which always have a steady market , we keep a stock in London and act as distributors as well as agents . Generally , however , we pass on the orders of our clients to the manufacturers for supply . We are paid for our service , of course .
That is , your commission .
Yes , our commission is very reasonable . We usually get a 10 % commission of the amount on every deal .
Our agents in other areas usually get a 3-5 % commission .
The European market is not familiar with your products . You have competitors from Japan and other continental countries . At the beginning of our campaign , there is sales resistance to overcome , we must send out salesmen to do a lot of traveling and spend a considerable amount of money on advertising in news - papers and TV programs . A 10 % commission will not leave us much .
According to your estimate , what is the maximum annual turn - over you can fulfill , in round figures , of course ?
We will always do our utmost to enlarge the business , as our remuneration increases with the turnover , but we will not guar - ante anything , at least not to begin with .
We appreciate very much your intention to push the sale of our products . But our suggestion to you , Mr . Bergeron , as a preliminary step , is to do a little research into the market ...
Do you mean to say you refuse us the agency ?
Mr . Bergeron , you leave us no alternative . We can not give you an exclusive agency of the whole European market without having the slightest idea of your possible annual marketing turnover . Besides our price is worked out according to the costing . A 10 % commission means an increase in our price . We must have the reaction of the buyers in this respect .
Oh , that's just too bad . I intended to make great efforts in selling your products .
Well , we can still carry on our business relationship without the agreement . To start the ball rolling , we will provide you with price lists , catalogues and some samples . Only when you have a thorough knowledge of the marketing possibilities of our products , can we then discuss further details .
Ah , Mrs . Miller , but in this case am I covered ?
Oh , yes . We will give you a 5 % commission on every transaction .
All right , but I'll be back again for the Autumn Fair . And then I hope we can see eye to eye about our commission and the terms of the agency .
Very good . We will discuss the matter again at the next Fair .
Excuse me , I ’ m sorry to trouble you . My name is Susan Ransom , and I have placed several orders with you company .
Yes , Mr . Ransom ? This is Karl Miller . How may I help you ?
Well , I wonder if you could track an order I placed with you last month . It hasn ’ t arrived yet .
Certainly , Ms . Ransom . Do you have an order number ?
Have you worked out the offers . Mr . Thou ?
Yes , we have . Here's our CIF quotation sheet . Please have a careful look .
Are the prices on the list firm offers ?
Yes . All the quotations on the list are subject to our final confirmation .
I wonder whether there are any changes in your prices .
All these products are our best-selling lines . The prices of our products will change according to that of the international market demand . And we are always open to negotiate , especially on larger orders . What do you have in mind ?
How long does your offer remain valid ? I need some time to get my supervisors on board with this plan .
I understand . Our offer remains open for 4 days .
Hello sir , may I help you ?
Yeah , I accidentally dropped my phone in the toilet .
I see . Well , you have come to the right place . We have over one hundred models of more than twenty leading mobile phone manufacturers .
Sounds good . I don ’ t want it to be too expensive , maybe something mid-range .
We have this new ETC smart phone.It comes with the Android OS so you can download applications . It also has a built-in camera , mp3 player and touch screen . It works on the 3G network so you have fast access to the internet wherever you are .
What about Wi-fi ?
Of course ! You can access the internet from any hotspot as well as from home .
One last thing . Is it waterproof ?
We have been over this a hundred times ! We are not getting a pet !
Why not ? Come on ! Just a cute little puppy or a kitty !
Who is going to look after a dog or a cat ?
I will ! I ’ ll feed it , bathe it and walk it every day ! We can get a Labrador or a German Shepard !
What if we want to take a vacation ? Who will we leave it with ? Plus , our apartment is too small for that breed of dog .
Ok . How about we get a cat or a ferret ?
We ’ re planning on having children soon , I don ’ t think those animals are a good idea with a baby in the house .
Fine ! Let ’ s get a bird then ! We can keep it in its cage and teach it to talk ! A parrot would be awesome !
I ’ ll tell you what , I can get you some hamsters and we ’ ll take it from there .
Yay !
Good evening , Mr . Lee and thank you for choosing our airline . We have just discovered that this flight is overbooked . Would you like to volunteer to give up your seat ?
Overbooked ? Give up my seat ? I don ’ t understand .
From time to time we have a situation in which there are more passengers than there are seats on the aircraft . That ’ s overbooked .
I know what overbooked is , I just don ’ t understand how that could happen ?
Actually it ’ s a common practice to overbook , as passengers often don ’ t take their flight as scheduled . Most of the time there is no problem but today , more passengers arrived than we have seats ,
So who has to stay behind ?
Well , first we ask for volunteers . If someone like yourself volunteers , they receive a free round trip ticket to be used within one year . If no one volunteers we just have to select someone .
Ok . I ’ ll volunteer . I could use a free ticket !
I want to rent this apartment .
I ’ m glad to hear that .
How much are you asking ?
You will have to pay $ 1050 every month .
I can ’ t afford that .
What can you afford ?
I was thinking $ 800 a month .
I ’ ll need you to pay more than that .
How much more ?
How does $ 900 every month sound to you ?
I can live with that .
We have a deal then .
Good morning , Miss Monica . Nice to meet you again !
Good morning , Mr . Thomas , it is nice to see you too .
After the internal discussion , we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates . So , today let ’ s talk about your expected salary and social benefits . What is your expected salary ?
I ’ Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years . Depend on my work qualifications and experience , I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start .
The basic salary for your position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance .
It is a bit lower than I expected . But I can accept that . What are the working hours ?
40 hours a week , Monday to Friday , 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day ..
Do I have to work on weekend ? If so , how do you pay for the overtime ?
We do expect overtime work when it is necessary , but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day .
Is there probation ?
No probation is involved . If you feel good , you can start next week .
Welcome to the McDonald's . What will it be for you , madam ?
One Big Mac and French Fries .
Is there anything else ?
Give me one coke , please .
Is this to go or to eat here ?
To go , please .
That comes to four dollars and ten cents .
And can I have some ketchup , please ?
It's on the service counter over there . Please go to help yourself .
What's the name of this street ?
University Street .
Do you know of any banks near here ?
You'll see one at the corner on your right .
Hey there , you look a little lost . Are you new here ?
Yeah how ’ d you know ?
You can always spot the newbies . I can give you a few pointers if you want . Were you trying to use this machine here ?
Yeah ! I just started my training today and I ’ m not really sure where to begin .
It ’ s ok , I know how it is . This machine here will work out your upper body , mainly your triceps and biceps . Are you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and definition ?
Well , I don ’ t want to be ripped like you ! I just want a good physique with weights and Carpio .
In that case you want to work with less weight . You can start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets . Five kilo weights should be enough . Now it ’ s very important that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a muscle .
Got it ! Wow is that the weight you are lifting ? My goodness that ’ s a lot of weight !
It ’ s not that much . Just watch ... I ’ m ok ...
Excuse me.Could you tell me how to return to the Hilton Hotel ? I am afraid I lost my way .
Do you have a hotel card or something ?
Let's see.Yes , I have the address and telephone number here .
Oh , you're staying at the downtown Hilton.Then , you go down two blocks this way and turn left.You ' ll find it on the right .
Well , I don't understand it very well.Will you draw me a map ?
Excuse me , but could you tell me the way to the railway station ?
The railway station ? Just go down this street and turn left at the second corner . The station is at the end of that street .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It's about a ten-minute walk .
That's very clear . I think I can find my way now . Thank you .
Not at all .
How does the political system work in your country ?
We have hundreds of constituencies and the voters in each one elect a member of parliament . Most people call them mp ’ s .
Each mp belongs to a political party , right ?
Almost all of them do . A few are independent . That means that they do not belong to a party . If one party more than half of the mp ’ s . they form a government . That means that they choose a prime Finist
What ’ s a cabinet ?
This is a small group of people-perhaps 25 mp ’ s who are usually ministers . They make all the big decision and discuss laws and policy .
Can any mp make a law ?
Any mp can present a law to parliament . The proposed law is debated and voted on . If it is accepted , it becomes law .
I suppose a proposed a law needs the support of the big political parties .
Yes , it does , because they have most of the mp ’ s . most mp ’ s vote the way their party wants them to .
How do people choose which party or candidate to vote for ?
They produce manifesto . These documents which states their policies . Some people just vote for the same party every time there is an election . Voters who often change the party they vote for are Calle
How was your interview ?
Pretty good . The HR manager asked me the usual questions . Then he wondered why I had decided to leave my previous job .
What did you say ?
I told him that I hadn ’ t got a raise for three years . I also told him that one of my best co-workers quitted her job because she had not been promoted for eight years .
Did he want to know the reasons ?
Yes . I told him that my boss made some excuses of the recession . But I thought he had a pattern and a record of promoting men only .
That ’ s sex discrimination . When will you get the reply ?
In a couple of days , I was told .
Wish you good luck !
Thank you .
What qualities do you think a senior executive should possess ?
Generally speaking , he needs creativity , the ability to communicate , sense of personal responsibilities , the ability to solve problems and so on .
Do you have all these qualities ?
Yes , I have all of them . I am totally competent to be a senior executive .
Hi . I need more amenities , please .
Could you be a little more specific , sir ?
Well , to be more specific , the free stuff , like soap , lotion , and shampoo .
I understand . Now , you're saying that you've already used up all your amenities ?
Oh , no ! I've got all I need for my stay here .
So , what's the problem ?
I need souvenirs !
You want some souvenirs !
Yes , yes . Souvenirs .
But , sir , our souvenir shop carries all those items .
That's not the same thing . If you buy hotel souvenirs , they have no sentimental value .
I understand , sir . I'll call housekeeping . You'll have your souvenirs shortly .
Hello , may I help you ?
Yes.We ' re interested in seeing the rooms for rent .
Oh , how nice.They ' re bright rooms and the house is very quiet .
A nice quiet house is exactly what we're looking for .
Well , gentleman.Each room is $ 40 a week if you think that's OK .
That sounds just wonderful to us .
When do you want to move in ?
How about this afternoon ?
Fine . I'll be expecting you around two .
Are you ready to order ? May I suggest a veal ?
No , I'll have the fish please .
The chicken is also nice .
No , I want the fish .
Our special tonight is lobster .
Thank you , but I prefer the fish .
Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb .
No , I like the fish .
What ever you say ?
Am I ever hungry ? When will supper be ready ?
It's almost ready . Can you set the table ?
All right .
Want to taste this dish ?
Yeah . Oh , it's delicious !
Really ?
Definitely . It's a wonderful meal . Thank you , Honey .
If you like to help me do the dishes , I'll be more dreadful .
I wish I could , but I won't .
Good morning , Kate . Long time no see .
Good morning , Vera , Nice to meet you .
Kate , I know you ’ Ve been a stewardess for more than one year . And I ’ ll have an interview on stewardess tomorrow . Can you tell me some etiquette about the interview ?
Of course . First you should do up your long hair and do make up but not too thick .
Is there anything else I should pay attention to ?
Yes , when you attend the interview , you should pay attention to your manner , style of conversation and expression . You should keep smiling always , being polite when you talk with the interviewer . Don't move from time to time when you sit there . And you also should know how to use eye contact .
Thank you , I've learned so much from you .
That ’ s all right . Hope you can do better tomorrow .
Can you fix me a cup of tea , Johnny ?
Well ... uh ... how about a glass of juice instead ?
No . I'd like tea . Can you put it in my favorite cup ? You probably washed it ...
Oh , yeah . Well , uh , about your mug ...
I'll find it ... Where are all the floral pattern plates ? And dad's Yankee's mug ?
Good morning , sir . May I help you ?
Yes , I'd like to settle my bill .
Certainly sir . May I have your room key , please ?
Sure . Here you are .
Just a moment , please . I'll draw up your bill for you ... Thank you for waiting , sir . Your bill totals two thousand six hundred and fifty-eight yuan , including the phone and laundry .
That much ! Would you mind letting me have a look at it ?
Not at all , sir . Here you are .
Thanks . Well , It seems to be right . How much is that in dollars , please ?
Just a moment , sir . I'll calculate that for you . It comes to 305 dollars and 52 cents at today's exchange rate .
I see . OK .
How would you like to make the payment ?
In cash , please . Here you are .
Thank you , sir ... Here is your change . Could you check it , please ? Thank you for choosing our hotel . I hope you enjoyed your stay .
By the way , please forward my mail to this address .
Certainly , sir . We hope you have a good trip .
Hi , Sam . I want to buy a pet . Do you have any ideas ?
You really should go to Rachel's pet store .
why ? anything special there ?
it's more than special . You can find as many kinds of animals as you can put a name to and more .
Oh , really ? are there any snakes ?
snakes ? there are even rodents and monkeys ! it's a world of exotic pets .
that's terrific . I can't wait to check it out .
Hang on . are you sure you want to keep a non-traditional pet ?
why not ? it's so cool .
but it will pose a risk to your health .
pardon ?
i mean , most reptiles carry some harmful bacteria . they are likely to cause immune system problems .
well , I didn't realize that .
I don't believe it's a good choice to keep those pets , especially for families with young children .
oh , I should have thought of my brother's baby girl . Maybe I'll just have a dog instead of an exotic pet .
yes , good luck , Maria .
I ’ m a new student . My name ’ s Robert .
Nice to meet you . My name ’ s Sophie .
Are you French ?
Yes , I ’ m . Are you French , too ?
No , I ’ m not .
What nationality are you ?
I ’ m Italian . Are you a teacher ?
No , I ’ m not .
What ’ s your job ?
I ’ m a keyboard operator . What ’ s your job ?
I ’ m an engineer .
I can ’ t believe Obama is our President .
I am proud to know that he is our President .
You voted for him , right ?
Did you vote for him , because I know that I did .
I did , too .
I have nothing but faith in Obama .
Really ?
I ’ m sure he will help better America .
We do need some change in this country .
Our country is already changing as it is .
You ’ re absolutely right .
I trust that he will take good care of our country .
Do you have a reservation , sir ?
No , I ’ m afraid we don ’ t .
I ’ m sorry the restaurant is full now . You have to wait for about half an hour . Would you like to have a drink at the lounge until there ’ s a table available .
No , thanks , I ’ ll come back later . May I reserve a table for two ?
Yes , of course . May I have your name , sir ?
Bruce By the way , can we have a table by the window ?
we ’ ll try to arrange it , but I can ’ t guarantee sir .
That ’ s fine .
your table's ready , sir ? Please step this way .
Do you have coffee shops in China , too ?
Yes , of course . There are many tea houses and bars in China , too . People can drink , eat and relax at these places .
You like to go to these places , don ’ t you ?
Yes , sometimes the music there is so beautiful . It is very romantic . I can stay there for hours .
Do you often go there alone ?
No , I often go there with my friends .
Hi there ! I am looking for a new car . I have this old Ford Pinto that I would like to trade in .
I see . You are in luck this month because all of our models are on sale ! it is a perfect time to buy a new car since it ’ s the end of the year .
Perfect ! I like this one .
That is the Ford Focus . A very light but powerful vehicle . It comes with dual side airbags , power steering and power windows , tinted windows and your choice of either automatic or manual transmission .
Sounds like a good car ! How many miles to the gallon ?
It is a very fuel efficient vehicle giving you about 34 miles in the city and 40 on the highway .
That is really convenient . Especially now that fuel prices are so high ! What ’ s under the hood ?
A very powerful 2.5- liter turbocharged engine , Trust me , this car is fast !
Now for the most difficult question . What is the price tag for this lovely vehicle ?
Very affordable mam . You can take it out of this lot today with 0 % down payment and no interest for the first year ! You can test drive it now and we can sign the papers when we get back .
Great ! Let ’ s do it !
I wonder if you could help me , I'm looking for a room .
Well , I have got a vacancy .
What sort of price are you asking ?
Eight dolls fifty a week excluding laundry .
Would it be convenient to see the room ?
Can you call back later ? We're right in the middle of lunch .
Could you give me an expense report ? I would like to attach the invoices for my phone bill this season .
Here you are . Do you need glue ?
That is very kind of you . I ’ m just running out of glue .
You ’ re welcome .
IBA , Jane speaking . How can I help you ?
Hello . I'd like to speak to someone regarding my card .
Sorry , I'm not quite sure if I understand . In what way , Sir ? Has your card been stolen ?
No , no . Nothing at all like that . It's just that I applied for a credit card with you a while ago , my application was accepted , but I'm still waiting for my card .
Oh , I see , Sir . Well , it does take 5 working days to issue and post the card .
Yes , my application was accepted last Friday . Now it's Wednesday , that's more than 5 days .
Sorry , Sir , but it's 5 working days . This does not include weekends , so your card should be with you later this week .
Of course ! How silly of me ! Yes , 5 working days would mean this Friday , at the earliest . I see . I'm sorry to trouble you .
It's no trouble at all , Sir . Is there anything else I can help you with today ?
Nothing , thanks . I again apologise for the misunderstanding , bye for now .
What can I do for you , sir ?
We'd like to order breakfast for tomorrow morning .
Yes , sir . What would you like ?
Orange juice , scrambled eggs , bacon , toast and coffee .
OK , and when shall I bring it here ?
About seven thirty.By the way , could you also bring me tomorrow's papers ?
Of course , sir .
What shall we do when we find a shortage in the shipment ?
You should do one of the two things - either to lodge a claim with the shipowner or with the insurance company .
Shall we leave it to the brokers ?
Yes . They usually do it .
Do they charge for that ?
Of course . In Europe , they charge a commission of 1 % of the amount of the claim for their service .
Is it the same in America ?
They do the work without charge to the importer .
It's part of their service , isn't it ?
Exactly .
Is it enough to claim with an on board bill of lading ?
No , you must also obtain a statement from the shipping agent certifying that the goods were actually loaded on their vessel for shipment .
I see . By the way , how do we prove the ownership of our goods ?
You must provide full original set of ocean bills of lading original insurance policy or certificate and the original commercia invoice .
I see . Thank you .
You are welcome .
I'll be on business for a couple of days , could you take care of your sister ?
OK , Mum , when will you be back ?
I'll be back in ten days .
Passport , please , madam .
Just a minute , please . It's in my bag . Here it is .
Thank you . Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form .
All right . Shall I enter all my belongings ?
No , only the articles listed on the Declaration .
I ’ m hungry , let ’ s go grab a bite to eat .
Yeah me too . Oh ! Can we stop at the shop really fast ? I lost my makeup bag at the airport and I want to pick up a few things .
Will you take long ?
No ! Five minutes I promise !
Come on ! We have been here for almost an hour ! I thought you said you were only going to get a few things ! How long does it take you to pick out a lipstick and some nail polish !
Are you crazy ? You have no idea what you are talking about ! Just for my eyes I have to get eye-liner , an eyelash curler , eye shadow , an eyebrow pencil and mascara . Then I need to get foundation , liquid foundation .
Whoa whoa whoa ! Are you nuts ? How much is all this going to cost ? I ’ m looking at the price at each one of these little things and it ’ s outrageous ! This is basically a crayon !
What about you ? You spend as much or more money on your razors , after shave , cologne and gel ! Not to mention how much you spend on clothes and ...
Fine ! Get the stupid thirty dollar crayon !
Can I borrow five bucks ?
No !
Come on ! I'll pay you back on Tuesday .
Last time I lent you money , you never paid me back .
I promise if you lend me five dollars today , I will repay you in full next week .
Ok , but I'm taking your skateboard as collateral .
Fine ! I can't believe you don't trust me .
It's nothing personal , just business .
May I help you , sir ?
Yes , please . I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt .
Any particular colour ?
Not really .
How about this one ?
I like the design , but don't particularly care for the colour . Do you have that in other colours , too ?
Well , they come in white , pale yellow , aqua , red and green . Will a white one do ?
Yes . I prefer white - and may I see a pale yellow one , too ?
Why , of course . Let's see ... White ... Pale yellow . Here you are , sir .
I ’ m so surprised to meet you in this remote village . Long time no see .
Yeah . How are you these days ?
You look terrific and in good shape .
Thank you .
How do you keep fit ?
I do yoga twice a weeks
Yoga ? It sounds interesting .
It was hard at the beginning , but now feel it's really relaxing . It makes me flexible .
Anything else ?
Yes , I often go swimming .
Are you interested in swimming ?
Yes , I like it very much .
Are you going home now ?
No , I'm not .
What are you going to do ? Are you going to work late ?
No , I'm not . I'm going to look for an apartment .
An apartment ? Why ?
I'm going to try to find a place near the office .
Where are you living now ?
Out in the suburbs . It's a long trip to work every day .
How are you going to find an apartment ?
I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads .
Apartments in the city are expensive .
I know , but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management .
no , no , you helped me with my computer last week . I want to repay the favor .
no , it's definitely my turn to treat you ... you paid last time !
oh , that was just a quick bite to eat---that doesn't count !
ok , ok , how about we just go Dutch ? It's settled . Listen , I'm still pretty new around here , would it be alright if you found the restaurant ?
ok ... sure .
I am waiting for a fax but just now I found there ’ s something wrong with the fax machine .
What ’ s wrong with the fax machine ? Is it urgent ?
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 ?
Either call this extension number 0085 or ask them to send the fax to you as e-mail , you print it out .
Hey , Jim . It's time to wake up and get out of bed .
Do I have to get up now ?
You'd better get up , or you'll be late .
What're you talking about ? My alarm even hasn't gone off yet .
Yes , it did . It went off thirty minutes ago . You slept right through it . You're like a dead person while you sleep .
I must have slept right through it .
Rise and shine ! Sleepyhead !
Just let me sleep five more minutes .
The early bird gets the worm .
I know , I know . But I don't want any worms .
Ha ! Ha ! If you don't make an effort now , later on it'll be a lot tougher for you .
What shall we do tonight ?
How about the cinema ?
That's a good idea . We haven't seen a film for ages . What would you like to see ?
Oh I don't know . Titanic ?
Titanic ? That old film ? but I've seen it before !
I ’ Ve been told you might have a vacant room .
Yes . I have a spare room .
How much are you asking ?
10.00 dollars a night .
Could I see the room , please ?
Sure.Come on in .
Sit down , please . What's wrong with you ?
I feel cold , and I'm shivering . I have a terrible headache and a sore throat .
How long have you been like that ?
About a day .
Let me have a look at your throat first . Please open your mouth and say " ah " .
Ah ...
And show me your tongue ... Thank you . That'll do . You have slight tonsillitis , and your throat is inflamed . How is your appetite ?
Not so good .
Now , let me take your temperature . Please put this thermometer under your armpit and let me feel your pulse ?
Your pulse is weak .
Do I have a temperature , doctor ?
Yes , you have a high fever . I'd like to give you a blood test .
Yikes ! What was that noise ?
I had to blow my nose .
Did you have to blow right next to the phone ?
Did you hear that ?
Of course I heard that . I thought a plane had crashed into your house .
It wasn't that loud .
I will blow my nose sometime for you , and you'll see .
Okay . I'll take your word for it .
I thought you had an elephant in your house .
You're funny .
What did you say ? I think I've gone deaf .
I'm going into the bathroom to blow my nose . I'll be right back .
Can I have the check please ?
Right away , sir .
Is this amount correct ?
Yes , sir , it is .
Thank you , the service was good
Please come again .
Nowadays fewer and fewer people go to the movie theaters to see films . So I am afraid that the film studios are really getting hard time to survive .
What you said is true . But the film producers there are more flexible ways to get more audience . For example , to make more movie Ccds , so people will spend money buying them .
But it is true that cinemas are losing the attraction they used to have in the past .
Yes . Take myself for example . I seldom go to cinemas , but it doesn't mean I no longer see films ; instead , I see films at home-watching Ccds .
Okay , well I ’ m sure you have a number of questions to ask me regarding the position .
Yes , well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone , but there were some details I ’ d like to clarify .
Well feel free to ask me anything , and I ’ ll try to fill in the details .
Could I first ask about the remuneration package ?
Yes , of course . That ’ s quite an important point , isn ’ t it ? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum . This doesn ’ t include a generous housing allowance also .
I understand . And are there other bonuses included ?
Well , apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers . But we could go through all the details of that at a later date .
Well , Mr . Parsons , I am flexible when it comes to salary . The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me .
Excellent . Well , what other questions do you have Rebecca ?
We need to take the accounts system offline to carry out the upgrade . But don't worry , it won't cause too much inconvenience . We're going to do it over the weekend .
How long will the system be down for ?
We'll be taking everything offline in about two hours ' time . It'll be down for a minimum of twelve hours . If everything goes according to plan , it should be up again by 6 pm on Saturday .
That's fine . We've allowed forty-eight hours to be on the safe side .
Welcome to IBA . Can I help you ?
Yes , please . I'm here for an International Settlement . Our company has to effect payment , and it needs to be done today . Here's the advice slip for the payment .
Thanks . I'm sorry to say that you need to get this stamped . There is no stamp on this slip and it is essential before I can process it for you .
I see . So , I need to stamp it . And sign it too ?
Yes , that's right . Down here , at the bottom right hand corner to show that you agree to pay the printed amount .
I'll go back to the office and get it sorted and pop back later . Thanks , bye for now .
That's the warehouse where the large items of office equipment are stored .
If I ordered a desk today , how would it be before I got delivery in Scotland ?
Well , I think perhaps you'd better speak to our Production Manager , Mr . Yao . You'll meet him when we go over to the factory .
Excuse me . I have just missed the connection plane due to the heavy fog in London . Can I change my ticket now ?
Please Show your ticket and passport .
Here you are .
Which flight do you want to change ?
The next one to my destination . I have to be there as soon as possible .
Hi , can I speak with the apartment manager , please ?
Hello , this is the apartment manager speaking .
I'm calling about the apartment for rent on Main Street .
Would you be interested in seeing the apartment ?
I would love to see it .
Are you free today at around 6 p . m . ?
Yes , I will be able to make it then .
Well , I'll see you at 6 p . m . Do you know how to get there ?
I used to live in that area .
I'll give you an application form when I see you .
That sounds good . Do I need to bring anything ?
No . Just bring yourself .
Good afternoon . Welcome to China . May I see your passport , customs and health declaration form ?
Yes , here you are .
Thank you . W hat's your occupation , Mr . Smith ?
I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation .
You are here on business , aren't you ?
Yes , I have been invited by the East Import
I see . Do you have anything to declare ?
Yes , I have some foreign currency to declare .
Would you please fill out this currency declaration form ? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brought in .
All right .
How much does it cost for a bus pass ?
It'll be $ 65 for a monthly pass .
Is there anything cheaper than that ?
If you're in school , you can get a student pass .
Well , I am how much will that cost ?
The pass is free .
I don't have to pay for anything ?
You'll only have to pay for the monthly sticker .
How much is the monthly sticker ?
It's $ 24 for each month .
I'll take the student bus pass .
Okay , I'll get you one .
I see there are some workmen on the site . When is the building work due to start ?
Well , it'll take three weeks to demolish the old building and clear away the debris . We should be ready to start the construction work in week 23 .
How long will the sub contractors be on site ?
About ten weeks in total if everything goes according to plan .
I'm sure it will . So , we should be able to start moving the machinery in during week 34 . I'll confirm that date with our suppliers .
Andrew's Hair Salon , this is Andrew .
Andrew , this is Linda Chen .
Hi Linda , what can I do for you ?
I need to set up an appointment to get my hair fixed .
For what day ?
Tuesday morning .
Have you bought a bus pass yet ?
I'm not getting one .
Why is that ?
It's cheaper if I don't buy one .
Buying a bus pass will save you money .
How do you figure that ?
There's no limit to how often you can use your bus pass .
Really ?
Plus , you don't have to use change for the bus anymore .
I like that .
You want to buy one now ?
I'm going to .
Are you ready to order , sir ?
Yes , I would like a roast duck and my friend wants steaks .
How do you like your steaks ?
I'd like it medium-well .
OK , sir , wait a minute .
Hello , I want to know how much it costs to have a manicure and pedicure .
Usually it's 60 dollars for a manicure , and 80 dollars for a pedicure . But with this special discount , the total for both is only one hundred and 20 dollars , and you can get them painted .
That's nice . I'd like to give it a try . I think I like passion red . please .
Alright.Do you want your cuticles cut , too ?
No .
Would you like the shapes square or round ?
Square . But with round at the edges , please .
All right , it's done . Please follow me to the drying section .
How long will it take to get them dry ?
Ten or about five minutes . You'll be all set .
I see , thank you .
Hello , this is Lucy . May I speak to Mr . Smith ?
Oh , hello , Lucy . What's up ?
I'm afraid I can't come to work today , Mr . Smith .
Oh , what's wrong with you ?
I've got a fever and a very sore throat .
Well , you sound ill over the phone .
Yes . I have to stay in bed today , but I'll be able to come tomorrow .
That's all right . Have a good rest until you feel well enough .
Thank you , Mr . Smith . Goodbye .
Goodbye , Lucy .
Waiter , we have been waiting for 20 minutes . Would you mind hurrying ?
I am sorry , sir , the fish you ordered will take a longer time because we make it with fresh fish .
That's fine . Would you please bring me some wine ?
Sure , is dry white wine OK ?
Yes . Thank you .
Hi Bob , I won't be in work tomorrow .
Why , what's the problem ?
I have a dentist appointment .
Okay .
I've come about your wools . According to our market survey , wools are likely to find a ready market in our country .
Wonderful ! We can meet your requirements and the offer is ready for you . Here it is . The unit price is USD 15.00 per kilogram .
Do you quote CIF or FOB ?
It's FOB Shanghai .
Could you quote the price of CIF Hamburg ?
Certainly , that's easy . We will work out our CIF offer this evening . Could you come again tomorrow , say , at 10 AM ?
Okay , see you tomorrow !
Hi ! Do you want a fill-up ?
Yes , please .
Which type of gas do you want ? Regular , Super , or Premium Unleaded ?
What's the price difference ?
Regular is $ 1.15 , Super is $ 1.25 and Premium is $ 1.39 .
Just fill it up with Regular , Unleaded , please .
Do you want me to check the tires and the fluids ?
Yes , I would . Thanks a lot .
Is your father in the habit of having naps ?
Yes , all of us have naps .
Don't you feel dizzy when you have to get up ?
No , not at all .
Excuse me . I need some storybooks in easy English . Do you have anything likethat ?
Well , there are a lot of storybooks upstairs in our children's section . Some are written for young children , others for teens . Maybe some of them will suit your needs .
I'll go take a look . Thanks for your help .
You're welcome .
Good morning . I need to speak with the property manager , please .
Good morning . You are speaking to the property manager .
While it was raining last night , water started leaking in from the ceiling .
Was it leaking in the bedroom ?
It was in the living room .
Can you tell me which floor you are on ?
We are on the bottom floor .
I would like to look at the leak . Will you be home this morning ?
Yes , someone will be here to let you in .
Just in case you have to leave , we will just use the master key .
How much is your last salary ?
I have earned 10,000 a year including bonuses .
How much do you want us to pay you ?
I like to be paid more than that . Hopefully , 150,000 a year . To be honest , I left the company to get more income .
I hope you can help . I've got a bit of a problem with your ATM .
Of course , that's my job . Oh , dear . What's happened ?
Well , it's eaten my card ! It won't give it back !
I see ... calm down , don't worry . May I ask what were you doing when it took your card ?
Yes . I was only entering my PIN . I'm terrible at remembering it , I'm so forgetful , you see .
Mmmm ... and exactly how many times did you enter it , please ?
Maybe three times . As I said , I always forget it .
Ah ! Don't worry ; it's just a security measure . If someone uses a card and cannot get the right PIN after three attempts , the bank keeps the card in case it's stolen . Just contact the bank and we'll get it back to you .
Oh , I see . So if I call my branch they can sort everything out for me ?
Yes , they'll be happy to help . Believe me , it happens to many people .
I'd better try harder to memorise my PIN in future . Thanks .
Is this the counter to pick up parcels ?
Yes , it is .
I want to pick up my parcels .
Please show me your parcel order .
OK . Here you are .
Let me check your parcel number . Song Ping's parcel number should be CP 06230221 5 CN . Here is your parcel .
Thank you .
Not at all .
Hi Brittany . What are you doing with all of your clothes on your bed ?
I'm trying to decide what to wear to school the first day .
Oh , A . Mom didn't tell you ?
Didn't tell me what ? What ?
This Bs ' school you're going to is going to make your life easy .
What are you talking about brother ? Spill it .
Uniforms , sis , no more worrying about appearances !
You mean I have to wear the same thing every day ? MOM !
What would you like for your main dish ?
Steak , please .
How would you like it ?
Medium rare , please .
Anything else , sir ?
May I have a glass of red wine , please ?
Of course .
Mr . Smith , do you like the hotel we booked ?
Yes , we do . We like it very much .
I've come to make sure that your stay in Beijing is a pleasant one .
Thank you so much .
David , we have been doing business for three years , haven't we ?
Yes , I'm glad we've had very pleasant cooperation in the previous years . And your achievement for promoting our clothes was great in the three years .
So , I wish to apply for the sole agency of your product in our local market . If you give us the agency , that will be more substantial for our cooperation .
To be frank , you are not the only one who applies for an agent for us in your country . I'd like to know some ideas of terms on which you would be willing to operate as our agent .
As we are a well-established company , we are very familiar with the customers ' needs . Besides , we can make full use of our good connections with the wholesalers and retailers here and develop a good market for your products if appointed as your agent .
Sounds reasonable . I will tell my boss about you agent application . Another question , what do you think is the minimum annual sales you can guarantee ?
To be on the safe side , and for garment of all materials , sizes , and styles , I think the amount will be 50,000 pieces a year .
Well . As our sole agency , you will neither handle the same or similar products of other origins nor re-export our goods to any other area outside your own .
No , certainly not .
Excuse me .
Yes ?
I bought this circulator here yesterday but it doesn't work .
Oh , let's see what's wrong .
Where can I find the produce ?
Aisle A is where you'll find all the produce .
What sales do they have today ?
I'm sure something is on sale . Please check with the produce person .
Hello , this is Steven from Blue Sky Co . May I speak to Mr . James ?
Speaking .
Excuse my troubling you . You purchased our products last year and now I am following up to find out about their workings . Are they still in good condition now ?
Yeah , exactly ! I bought them last year . En ... at present , they are still in good state .
That's it ! All of them have first-class quality and performance . Besides , we adopt advanced technology . Now we have developed new products . They are much better than what you have bought .
Your company is developing so fast . Maybe later on I will plan to buy more .
That's great ! Thanks for your support . If any , please remember to call us . I am afraid I have to say goodbye now ! Bye , Mr . James !
Bye !
Ms.Dawson , I need you to take a dictation for me .
Yes , sir ...
This should go out as an intra-office memorandum to all employees by this afternoon.Are you ready ?
Yes , sir.Go ahead .
Attention all staff ... Effective immediately , all office communications are restricted to email correspondence and official memos.The use of Instant Message programs by employees during working hours is strictly prohibited .
Sir , does this apply to intra-office communications only ? Or will it also restrict external communications ?
It should apply to all communications , not only in this office between employees , but also any outside communications .
But sir , many employees use Instant Messaging to communicate with their clients .
They will just have to change their communication methods . I don't want any - one using Instant Messaging in this office.It wastes too much time ! Now , please continue with the memo.Where were we ?
This applies to internal and external communications .
Yes.Any employee who persists in using Instant Messaging will first receive a warning and be placed on probation.At second offense , the employee will face termination.Any questions regarding this new policy may be directed to department heads .
Is that all ?
Yes.Please get this memo typed up and distributed to all employees before 4 pm .
Do you have everything ?
Let's see ... my ID card , my passport , and my suitcase . I'm pretty sure I've got everything .
This is Dunlin . Is this Mrs Smith speaking ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
I just want to call and say thank you for letting me interview yesterday .
You are welcome , Mr . Sun .
And I also want to know what the status is of the position .
Sorry , we haven't made the decision at all . But we should be making the decision by the end of this week . And we'll get in touch with you once we make it .
Do you have any questions we didn't cover in the interview ?
No .
Thank you , I am looking forward to hearing from you . Bye-bye .
Thank you for the calling . Bye-bye .
I often sneeze after having a bad itch inside my nose . Sometimes this is accompanied by an itching throat .
Any other discomfort ?
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 .
Does it occur seasonally or all year round ?
It has been seasonal during these past three years .
Are you sensitive to other things ?
Yes , things like seafood and penicillin-type drugs .
OK . Let me examine your nose . According to your case history and the examination , I believe that it's allergic rhinitis .
What useful treatment can you offer ?
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 .
Miss , would you like to try this free sample of our new suntan cream ?
Sure , why not ?
This is a new product of company this year . It's oil-free .
I see . It feels very light on the skin .
It gives your skin a very natural healthy look .
I like the cool smell , too .
So how can I make it ?
First you make a list of what you wanna buy ...
But I ’ Ve gotta have the budge before anything else .
Well , that ’ s a problem , isn ’ t it ?
Did you have a part-time job when you were still in school ?
No , I was way too busy studying all the time . How about you ?
Yeah , I worked about twenty hours a week in a pizza restaurant .
What was that like ?
It was always very busy there .
What did you do ?
I stood behind the register and took pizza orders .
Did you get any perks on the job ?
Yeah , I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free .
Hi . May I help you ?
Yes . What's the buying rate for euro ?
1.15 U . S . dollars to the euro .
Okay . I'd like to change some euro into US dollars , please .
Sure . How much would you like to change ?
Six hundred euro .
Very good . May I see your passport ?
Here you are .
How would you like your bills ?
In fifties please .
Why are you reading the classifieds ? What do you need ?
I'm looking for a bookcase , but I don't want to buy a new one .
Are you having any luck ?
Not really . There aren't any used bookcases listed . But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday . I think I'll go to them .
Do you mind if I go with you ?
Not at all . These private sales are great places to bargain . And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk .
I learned to negotiate from my mother . I thought I was pretty good at bargaining , but I had a problem the other day at Kimble's Department Store .
What happened ?
I wanted to buy a beautiful wool sweater for my girlfriend . It was priced at forty dollars , so I started by offering the salesclerk thirty .
Do you do a lot of your shopping online ?
Not really . I like looking on the internet at what ’ s available , but I usually prefer to actually see and touch what I ’ m buying before I pay for it . Sometimes , I ’ ll look at something in a shop , but lat
No . I ’ m a little worried about security . You never know who ’ s trying to find out your codes and passwords . Aren ’ t you worry about that ?
Not really . I know that it happens , but if you buy from reputable companies with secure websites , you should be ok . Even though I use online shopping facilities , I don ’ t think it ’ s the best way to sho
I ’ m surprised to hear you say that . I thought you loved anything technological .
I do . I ’ m a big fan of using new technology , but I don ’ t want to sit in front of a computer screen all day . I think people need to get out and interact with other people .
So , how about coming to the department store with me ? I want to see if there are any new summer clothes on sale yet .
Sure . I ’ d love to join you . Can we stop by the computer store ? I just want to see if they have something .
Sure . While you ’ re in the computer store . I will visit the book store opposite . I like to browse through their books and see if they have anything interesting .
Ok . I ’ Ve finished online . Let ’ s go . I ’ ll just get some money and my credit card .
Thanks for reminding me . I had forgotten to get mine .
Please help yourself at your dishes . I hope you ’ ll enjoy what you ’ Ve got .
It suits my taste . You are really a good cook .
Would you like to try my special recipe ?
Wow , let me try . It tastes nice . How did you make it ?
It ’ s as easy as pie . I always follow recipes .
Mr . Dick . Does the recommendation of the university play an important role ?
Yes . In fact , the recommendation letter written by the university is an indirect self-recommendation . In the long period of cooperation , the university has established good relationship with the companies or organizations , they trust each other well . If your university recommends you , you can be approved more easily .
But I find that most of the recommendation letters written by universities are the same . So I doubt its authority .
More and more persons have the same discoveries since most universities do that in order to save energy . If your university also does like this , you can look for other methods , because such kinds of recommendations say nothing for you .
Could you tell me whether or not I send out my resume with it ?
It depends . If it has something special or useful , I suggest you send it out .
Taylor , can you tell me how to apply for a job on the Internet ?
Just fill out an application .
Do I have to send an E-mail ?
You are expected to know the E-mail address of the unit .
But I still don't know which unit is in need of staff .
Send out an application through Job-wanted on the website .
Can any unit see my information ?
It's a two-way choice . And your application will be read .
Which websites offer this service ?
Sina , 21st Century Talent Net , and a few others .
Thank you .
Don ’ t throw your weight around . I can ’ t bear you any more .
I dare you to say that again .
Were you a leader when you were in college ?
Yes . I was Propaganda department minister of our university .
Did you get any honors or awards at your university ?
No . It ’ s a pity about it .
Were you involved in any club activities at your university ?
Yes . I was a member of the basketball Society . I like playing basketball .
What extracurricular activities did you usually take part in at your college ?
I sometimes played basketball and sometimes played football .
You want to argue your ticket today ?
Yes . That is why I'm here .
Tell me your argument .
I was pulled over for allegedly speeding .
Are you sure you weren't speeding ?
To be honest , I really wasn't .
What speed were you going ?
I was under the speed limit . I was going 35 , when the speed limit was 40 .
I'm just going to let you go , since the arresting officer isn't here .
What about my ticket ? Do I still need to pay ?
Don't worry about it .
I'm so glad for your help .
Annie , do you like shopping online ?
Yes , I like it , because it's convenient .
Last week , I tried to buy a new cellphone online , but I didn't know how to pay for it .
First , you should open an account at the online bank . After that , you can buy anything you want online .
Are there many things online ?
Sure . You can find everything all over the world . Let's check it out online ! ( They log in a shopping website . )
That's amazing . Oh , an on line virtual supermarket ?
Let's click to check it out .
Oh , I got it . It simulates the real supermarket , which makes it feel so real . Mom will love it . She loves shopping in supermarkets .
Ah , Bob . Just the person I wanted to see .
So what is it ?
You gotta help me out this time , buddy .
Another tough thing , I guess .
Hey ! What happened ? ! My song was only half way through and it skipped to the next song .
I don't know what happened !
You cancelled the song , didn't you , Jack ?
No , I didn't . Really !
Then , is the machine broken or ...
Good evening , Do you have a reservation ?
Yes . The reservation under Mr . Watson .
Ah , yes , a table for four at 8
Em , no , thanks . I think we'll go straight to the table , By the way . may I check my overcoat here ?
Certainly , sir . We'll keep it in the cloakroom for you . Here is your number . When you leave , show it to the waiter behind the counter , please .
Thank you . Could you show us to our table now ?
Would you please follow me , please ?
Thank you .
This is your table . It's Number 10 .
Hello , ma ’ am . Can I help you ?
I ’ m looking for a sweater .
What size are you looking for ?
Well , I ’ m looking for size 10 but you don ’ t have it .
How about this one ? I think it looks terrific on you .
Yes , I like the color . Can I try it on ?
Sure . The fitting room is on your right .
It fits well . I like it a lot . What do you think ?
You look pretty in red .
Oh , it ’ s my favorite . How much is it ?
$ 29.99 .
Okay . I ’ ll take it . Thank you very much for your help .
You ’ re welcome .
Do you have any cars available ?
We have only one mid-size car left .
Great , what's the rate per day ?
It's 40 $ plus tax per day on limited mileage .
I'm going to need it for three days .
Can I see your driver's license ?
Sure , here is my driver's license .
Please sign here .
Are you ready to order ?
I think that we have a pretty good idea of what we would like to order .
Let me tell you about the specials of the day , which are chicken in a wine sauce with capers , and grilled garlic shrimp .
I was wondering if the chef could leave off the sauce .
The chef would be happy to accommodate your special requests .
I am a vegetarian . Do you have any vegetarian selections ?
You could choose the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza or the goat cheese and candied walnut salad .
I think that we will split the roasted vegetable and garlic pizza .
That is a good selection , and I can bring your salads now or serve them with your entree .
You can bring us our salads when you bring us our entree .
I can't open this email attachment our Paris office has sent me .
Are you sure you're using the right program ?
Well , yes it's definitely the same program but I might have the wrong version . Their system is newer than ours .
That's why you can't open it . You'll have to upgrade before you can read the file .
What kind of character do you think you have ?
Generally speaking , l am an open-minded person .
What is your strongest trait ?
Cheerfulness and friendliness .
How would your friends or colleagues describe you ?
They say Mr . Sun is a friendly , sensitive , caring and determined person .
What personality do you admire ?
I admire a person who is honest , flexible and easy-going .
How do you get along with others ?
I get on well with others .
Hi , I need to make an appointment to see the doctor .
What seems to be the problem ?
I have a rash that I need a doctor to look at .
Do you have a fever with that rash ?
No , it just itches a lot .
I have openings on Tuesday or Wednesday . Which would be best for you ?
I need an appointment on Tuesday .
Fine , I am putting you down for 9
I would like to see Dr . Jones .
I can schedule you with him with no problem . We look forward to seeing you .
Wow ! What's the hold up ?
It ’ s probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend . Nobody sticks around in the summer .
Really ? Then , I guess I won ’ t have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab ?
Actually , you might because there ’ s a big convention in town this weekend .
I ’ m not too worried about it . I always seem to find something .
Hello , how can I help you today ?
I'd like to withdraw some money from my account .
Please fill out this slip stating how much you wish to withdraw .
Well , actually , it's quite a substantial amount . Here's my Bank Book . Will that cause a problem ?
On your account there is no limit to over the counter withdrawals , it won't cause a problem . Here's your money , 10,000 RIB . Please count it before you leave .
Yes , that seems to be all in order . Thanks very much .
Quality is very important to us . We work to very low tolerance levels . We need to have guaranteed supplies of consistently high quality raw materials . Over the years we've built up very good relationships with our suppliers .
Do you have many different suppliers ?
Yes . There are about fifty names on our approved supplier list , but for raw materials we tend to deal with three local companies .
Mary , can you tell me how you keep in shape ?
You'll never be in shape until you eat less and take more exercise .
Now , tell me what you often eat .
I often eat fish and eggs .
Do you eat a lot of vegetables ?
Oh yes , and fruits . I love fruits very much .
What do you like to drink ?
Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea .
Whatever would you like to drink ?
I drink a lot of milk . I drink milk almost every day .
How often do you exercise ?
Well , I walk every day .
It's a good diet and a regular exercise .
Yes , quite right .
I am sorry , but I cannot stay for the rest of class today .
Why do you need to leave early ?
I don ’ t feel so good .
What doesn ’ t feel right ?
I feel as if I am going to be sick to my stomach .
Perhaps you should get checked out at the Student Health Center before you go home .
I have some medicine at home that I could take .
Are you going to be OK to drive home , or would you like someone to go with you ?
Thank you , but my friend is in the library , and he can give me a ride home .
We hope that you are feeling better soon . E-mail me if you have any questions .
Your boyfriend is so considerate to you . When do you plan to marry ?
It ’ s still up in the air . There is something wrong between us .
We're considering of ordering 200 computers , but I'm wondering about the price you'll possibly offer .
Our price will be not less than $ 5000 .
Your price is higher than I expected . Could you give us a little discount ?
This is already our best price .
But the price is always negotiable and you should consider our quantity of order .
Well , what would you suggest ?
Could you make it $ 4500 ?
I'm afraid that there is no room to negotiate the price . This is the best price we can quote .
Can we meet each other half way ?
What do you mean ?
Let's close the deal at $ 4800 , OK ?
You drive a hard bargain ! OK , that's a deal .
I'm now on the Songshan airport getting ready for departure . I realized that I might have left my watch .
Yes , Ma'am . May I have your name and room number ?
My name is Terry . I stayed last night in your hotel in room 132 .
What kind of watch is it ?
It's a brand-new Seiko wrist watch .
Yes , we have it .
Oh , I'm glad to hear that . Would you kindly send it to the Hilton Hotel ?
What are your thoughts on the apartment ?
I think that it ’ s absolutely gorgeous .
There aren ’ t any problems with the apartment ?
I think that the apartment looks very nice , but I do see some problems .
What problems ?
I did notice a few stains in the carpet .
We will have the carpet cleaned before you move in .
You will ?
Yes , but other than that , are there any more problems ?
That was the only thing that I saw that was wrong with the apartment .
I ’ m happy that you find this apartment so appealing .
It is . I love it .
That China-gown of Tang-Dynasty style is so beautiful . Would you show it to me , please ?
Absolutely . Here it is .
Could I try it on ?
Please do , the fitting-room is over there .
It feels a little tight around the waist . Do you have a bigger one ?
I'm sorry . We don't have this color in your size . We have some green ones in your size . Would you please have a look at this green one ?
OK . How much does it cost ?
It's 486 yuan .
Mrs . Wang , would you give us an idea of the price you regard as workable ?
As I said before , your price is so high that we find it difficult to make a bid . We hope you will take the initiative and bridge the gap .
Just to comply , we're ready to reduce the price by 5 percent . I hope this concession of ours will get the ball rolling .
So do we . Certainly it's a step forward on your side . But the gap is still too wide .
The ball is in your court , Mrs.Wang . What price would you suggest ?
To make your offer workable , I think you should take another step down as big as the one you've just taken .
That won't do . You see , our profit margin is very narrow . It simply can't stand such a big cut .
I hate to disappoint you , Mr . Brown , but if that's the case , we have no alternative but to cover our requirements elsewhere . Do think it over , please . We sincerely hope our discussion will come to a successful conclusion .
Well , I'm not authorized to agree to such a big reduction . Would you mind waiting a day or two , until I get a reply from the home office ?
Not at all . Shall we meet again , say , on Friday morning ?
Good . Friday morning at 9 .
Good morning .
Good morning.This is Mary.Can I speak to Anne please ?
I ’ m sorry She isn ’ t in at the momment.She will come back at half past nineCan I take a message for her ?
Thank you.But I will call her later
OK.Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Hi , Jane . How are you doing this morning ?
I ’ m all right , thanks . Just a little tired .
Late night ?
Yeah , I got home around two .
We've been waiting here for nearly ten minutes now , and there still isn't a bus in sight .
I'm afraid we'll be late for the party .
Have you got the time , Tom ?
Yes , my watch says a quarter to seven . but there is something wrong with my watch !
But you bought it only last month .
Yes , but ever since I bought it , it gains about five minutes a day , so I ' Ve got to have it repaired .
How long will it take us to get there ?
I think about ten minutes by bus .
It's not far away , then . Let's walk , it's beginning to rain .
Wait ! I think I see a bus coming now . Let's hope it's the No . 22 bus .
Hi , Mr . Smith . I'm Doctor Hawkins . Why are you here today ?
I found it would be a good idea to get a check-up .
Yes , well , you haven't had one for 5 years . You should have one every year .
I know . I figure as long as there is nothing wrong , why go see the doctor ?
Well , the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early . So try to come at least once a year for your own good .
Ok .
Let me see here . Your eyes and ears look fine . Take a deep breath , please . Do you smoke , Mr . Smith ?
Yes .
Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease , you know . You really should quit .
I've tried hundreds of times , but I just can't seem to kick the habit .
Well , we have classes and some medications that might help . I'll give you more information before you leave .
Ok , thanks doctor .
Good afternoon . Mr . Tylor's office ?
I'm afraid you've got the wrong extension .
I'm sorry , but could you please transfer this call to Mr . Tylor's office ?
Sure , please hold on .
Thank you .
Now Mr . Tylor's on the line . Go ahead , please .
You are so kind , you helped me a lot .
You are welcome . Bye !
Good afternoon , Lexington Software . Angelina Dawson , how can I help ?
Hello , this is Quinn from IBA .
Ah , hello Quinn . Oh dear , you are calling to tell me there is a problem , aren't you ?
I'm afraid so , yes .
Hmm ... well , it was my first attempt ! Is it a very big mistake , or can we just alter it ?
Unfortunately it's rather a big mistake .
What do you recommend we do ?
I would recommend we scrap this one and you bring in another set as soon as possible .
I trust your judgement . Thank you , Quinn . I'll be back tomorrow with a new set . Bye for now .
Oh ! ! ! I have a horrible toothache .
You should go to the dentist .
I hate dentists .
Well , suffer then . If you have a toothache , you have to go to the dentist .
It always hurts . I hate going .
Stop being such a baby . If it really hurts that much , just let them knock you out .
O . K . , O . K . , I ’ ll go .
Good . You'll feel better after you do .
Hi , I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Brussels , please .
Certainly sir , this is our train schedule . We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm .
How long does it take to get there ?
About twelve hours . We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train . If you ’ d like , you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive .
Yeah , I think that is the best option . Do you serve food on the train ? Twelve hours is such a long time !
Yes , of course . There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times . We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers .
Great ! I ’ ll take it .
Here you are sir . Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot . Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train !
I understand . Thank you very much !
Have a great trip .
I would like to take a trip to the beach this weekend .
A trip to the beach would be fun . How is the weather going to be ?
The forecast says that it will be warm on the weekend .
So do you think it'll be perfect weather for the beach ?
It sounds like it will be .
I really hope it doesn't get cold .
That would ruin things , I want to go so badly .
The weather in California is unpredictable , so you never know .
That is true . The weather is constantly changing .
It would be nice if the weather would never change .
That would be great , then we could plan things sooner .
True . Predictable weather would make life easier .
Some companies use to ban dating among employees , but now they have realized it is something in avertable . People spend so much time at work . It is not surprising for one to have a crash on the other .
If we think positively , office love can be beneficial to company .
Beneficial ? I don ’ t think so . If two employees get married , they will leave at the same time for a honeymoon , or later one of them will stay at home taking care of babies . If they break up , the company will probably have to relocate one of them to make the workplace more comfortable . By any means , the company must spare extra efforts to solve problems brought by an office dating .
But if two employees are in love , they will be happy . Happy people are more productive . If they develop an intimate relation with each other , they are willing to share knowledge and experience . It can help to improve work efficiency .
I doubt that .
Do you eat a lot of healthy food ?
Compared with healthy food , unhealthy food just tastes so much better . And anyway , I believe if you live a low stress Life and are active , you can get away with eating whatever you like . It's all in the mind .
You have the point . I think cancer is caused by more worry than by the things we consume . Some good things you should try are cranberry juice , wild rice and yoghurt .
What's special about these things ?
Cranberry juice is very good for destroying harmful bacteria in your guts because it's very acidic . Wild rice is high in fibre so it's good for your guts and it's high in protein and minerals-I think it's also tastier than normal rice . Yoghurt's good because it's also rich in protein , vitamins and is also acidic . People have been making yoghurt for thousands of years and if you have it every day , your guts will be much more settled .
Thanks . I'm going to follow your advice and pop down to the supermarket right now .
I've been so tired recently . I've been trying , but I don't think I'm up to this job .
You need to take a break , maybe a vacation .
Oh , yes , indeed . I've run out of steam . To be honest , I want to be in a different environment .
Is that so ?
Yes , I don't want to be stuck in a rut . I want to move on .
Have you decided ?
Yes . I want to get a better job .
Could you tell me why you want to quit ?
I quit just because of the dissatisfying salary and the trouble in getting along with my colleagues .
Oh , that's terrible . Do you want to get a higher salary in our company ?
I'm afraid not . I've promised my girlfriend . We'll travel southwards to find a job that offers higher pay .
OK , I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you . However , I think you should work harder for your new job and then you can ask for higher pay .
Thank you so much for your advice .
And every best wish for your new job .
Thank you .
The train is leaving . Hurry up ! Which car are we in ?
Let me see . Oh , No . 11 .
Here we are , Car 11 . Let's get in .
Seats No . 20 and 21 . It ’ s nice that we ’ Ve got a window seat .
Let's put our suitcases on the rack .
Oh , the baggage rack is full . Put them under the seat for the time being .
All right .
So , how should we get to the theatre ?
Let's take the bus .
I hate the bus system in London ! The bus drivers are rude , the buses are never on time , and there are few people around who can help you .
It's not that bad . You probably just had a bad experience once .
It wasn't just once . Every single time I take the bus , something bad happens to me or to someone else on the bus .
We could take the subway , but we'd have to go three stops along one line and then change trains twice .
Train fares are twice as expensive as the bus fare , too .
If we don't hurry up , we'll miss the show . Should we take the bus ?
We're already late , so I think we had better take a taxi .
I don't think we'll be able to find a taxi very easily during hush hours . Let's just take the bus .
Fine . Have a look at the timetable to find out when the next one arrives .
It looks like it should be here in just a few minutes . don't worry . Nothing bad will happen . I'll even buy your ticket for you .
Thanks , that was nice of you .
See , now something good has happened to you on a bus trip !
Let's go over this plan again .
From Vancouver , we bike along the border all the way to Winnipeg .
And that is mostly flat , right ?
Relatively , once we're out of Alberta , anyway . Then it's hills again in Aitoba .
And from Winnipeg we go around the lakes through Toronto , right ?
That's right . And up in to Quebec . And that's where we stop .
It doesn't sound like that much when we go over the plan but that's a long , long ride .
Are you ready for the cross country of a lifetime ?
Good morning , sir . What can I do for you ?
I'm Bill . I'm in Room 908 . Can you change the room for me ? It's too noisy . My wife was woken up several times by the noise the baggage elevator made . She said it was too much for her .
I'm awfully sorry , sir . I do apologize . Room 908 is at the end of the corridor . It's possible that the noise is heard early in the morning when all is quiet .
Anyhow , I'd like to change our room .
No problem , sir . We'll manage it , but we don't have any spare room today . Could you wait till tomorrow ? The American People-to-people Education Delegation will be leaving tomorrow morning . There'll be some rooms for you to choose from .
All right . I hope we'll be able to enjoy our stay in a quiet suite tomorrow evening and have a sound sleep .
Be sure . I'll make a note of that . Everything will be taken care of . And if there is anything more you need , please let us know .
It's time for bed .
I'm not ready to go to sleep . I'm not tired .
It's quite late , and you have an early day tomorrow .
I'm not going to be able to fall asleep .
Why don't you try counting sheep ?
I've tried that before . It really doesn't work .
That's beside the point , you still need to go to bed .
Why can't I just stay up until I fall asleep ?
If I let you do that , then you're just going to be up all night .
I promise I'll go to sleep soon .
No , you're going to sleep now , so good night .
See you in the morning .
I see myself as being honest , diligent , persevering and creative . And I have a strong sense of responsibility .
How about your psychological resilience ?
I think I can work well under pressure , if necessary .
How would you deal with those who are not easy to get along with ?
I will just be sincere and friendly to others , and I believe they will treat me the same way .
You seem to be a kind-hearted lady .
Thank you . I simply believe the goodness of human nature .
Please tell me your weaknesses if you can .
I should admit that sometimes I care too much about the details . I am always in pursuit of perfection .
Karen ? I need to go over a few things with you .
Certainly . Mr . Graham . When would you like to meet ?
I was thinking about this afternoon , after the sales meeting .
Fine . At 3:30 ?
I believe we ' Ve met before . My name's David .
Yes , at your company , I think . I'm Frank .
Oh , I remember now.Very nice to meet you again .
Nice meeting you , too .
I made my little brother cry .
Shame on you !
I need some mascara . Do you have good thickening mascara ?
Of course . Here is our thickening mascara . We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes .
Alright . And I want to consider your eye shadow too . Do you have a color chart can look at ?
We have a very wide selection of colors . And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin . So it is very gentle on your eyelids . Would you like to sample some ?
Oh , sure I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first .
I can help you with that .
Thank you .
Is this the baggage claim area for flight KB256 ?
Yes , we are on the same plane .
But I am a transfer passenger . I have a connecting flight to Miami .
So you have to bring your baggage to the transfer check-in area .
Yes.It ' s quite troublesome .
Why not go and find a porter ?
Billy , you don ’ t look too well . Maybe you should take the day off school .
But Mom ! Today we ’ re playing football ! I love football !
You ’ Ve got a fever and playing football isn ’ t a good idea for a boy with a fever . What ’ s that on your arm ?
I don ’ t know . It was there when I woke up this morning .
It ’ s rash . I ’ d better take you to see the doctor . How did you get that bruise on your leg ?
I bashed it against the chair in my room .
Does it hurt ?
A little , but not much .
Here . Put this wet towel on your face to keep your temperature down . I ’ ll take you to the doctor ’ s after breakfast .
If I ’ m better this afternoon , can I go to school ?
If you are better , but I doubt you will be .
This is your schedule .
You're going out of your way for us , I believe .
You are our honored guests .
Are there any vacancies still available ?
Yes . We need a plumber here .
I am looking for a job that is more advanced than that , such as sales manager or regional manager .
I am sorry . They are not available now .
My name is Mary , and I will be your waitress tonight .
Thank you , Mary . We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant .
Before your main course , would you like to order an appetizer ?
Sure , that sounds great . Where are your appetizers listed ?
There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table .
The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good . Is that pretty good ?
You know , that is one of my favorites !
OK , I'll take one order of that .
You could choose another appetizer for half price to share .
Perfect ! Please add on an order of onion rings .
I am waiting for a fax but just now I found there's something wrong with the fax machine .
What's wrong with the fax machine ? Is it urgent ?
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 ?
Either call this extension number 0085 or ask them to send the fax to you as e-mail , you print it out .
I would like to speak to you , if you don ’ t mind .
What would you like to speak to me about ?
I would like to talk to you about this year ’ s election .
Is that right ?
I am a volunteer for this year ’ s campaign .
That ’ s wonderful . I am impressed at someone so young taking a stand .
I know history is about to be made , and I would like to be a part of it .
That ’ s fantastic .
Are you planning on voting ?
I ’ m going to vote .
Go to your polling place early on Election Day .
I will . Good luck with your volunteering .
We hope that there will be no repetition of this kind of trouble in the future .
Yes . I promise it will not happen again .
We look forward to your settlement at an early date .
We will inform you as soon as possible .
Hello , Steven . How do you get along with your job ?
Actually , I learn many things from it . I find that I am a quick learner in new things .
Practice makes perfect . By the way , what do you learn from your job ?
At first I didn't know anything about the machine . Now I know how to operate it . Besides , the work gives me a sense of fulfillment and achievement .
Yeah , you are a good learner . I must commend you for your good performance .
Thank you . That's a long way to go for my job .
I appreciate your effort very much . The coffee break is over ; it's about time we set to work .
OK , let's go .
Where on earth are we ?
Judging by all the traffic , I'd say we're near the outskirts of the city .
What did I do wrong ? Did I take a wrong turn ?
I'm not sure , but I think you turned right when you should have turned left on the flyover bridge .
Well , now we should turn back a few kilometres .
It seems that the traffic sign is much more important than the map .
Hello . Front desk .
Yes . This is Bob Robinson . I ’ m calling from room number 627 .
Hi , Bob . What can I do for you ?
Is it possible to change to another room ?
Could you please tell me why ?
My room is facing the swimming pool . It ’ s noisy for me . I have a problem sleeping . And I feel uncomfortable when I take an elevator .
So you need a quiet side room on the lower floor .
You ’ re right .
Okay . Let me check for a room on the first floor .
Thank you .
I ’ Ve only two rooms on the first floor . How about room 108 ?
That ’ s fine . Can I move now ?
Sure . I ’ ll send the bellman to help you .
Oh , thank you kindly .
You ’ re welcome .
How long will it take for our order to be delivered ?
Let's see . You are importing fifty containers of textiles from China . They should be able to place your order before the end of next week . It will take 2 days for shipping to the port city of Ningpo . The freight will take 3 weeks on the open ocean and will arrive in Los Angeles approximately a month from today . Domestic shipping will be your responsibility , you can make arrangements with the pier in Los Angeles .
Fine , we will handle domestic shipping , but what about customs ? Will we have to pay tariff on our imports ? I hope we don't run into any problems with the border control .
No , the Chinese company has that all worked out . With the paperwork you receive with the shipment , you should be good to go .
Now you're my boss , Mr . Henry .
Do you have any other particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
You may ask questions about us , if you have any .
All right . When can I start ?
What are you doing here today ?
I would like to fight my ticket .
Is the arresting officer in the courtroom today ?
Yes , the officer is here today .
What's your case ?
I was pulled over for running a red light , but I never did .
Do you believe that the officer lied ?
There was a camera on the signal . So , he was obviously lying .
Your license plate was caught on camera ?
A picture of my license plate was never taken .
Since there is no picture of your license plate on record , I'm going to let you go .
Thank you . I'm glad that you believe me .
Hey Joe , what are you doing in this department store ?
Hi , Rita , I'm just looking for a pair of shoes . I won't be here for long .
Why not ? When I go shoe shopping , I have so many options for sneakers that I spend awhile looking at all of the choices .
That's my problem . I don't have a lot of options .
What do you mean ? This is a big store , isn't it ?
Yes , but I have unusually big feet . That wouldn't be too much of a problem except that they're also very wide , and only a few brands sell shoes that I can fit into .
So how do you usually go about buying shoes , then ?
Well , first of all , I can only go to certain stores that can guarantee me a large selection .
Well , you're in the right store . If they don't have it , no one will .
After that I choose something from one of the few brands that I know will fit me . I prefer white , so I ask them to bring me a pair of white sneakers in my size . Since I ’ m usually only given one or two pairs of shoes that meet my qualifications , it makes it a very easy choice .
what shall we do after the volleyball match ?
how about going to the Olympic souvenir store to have a look ? I remember there is one in the gym .
that's a good idea . I was thinking of buying some gifts for my family .
me , too . What did you have in mind ?
I haven't decided yet , but I think the Olympic Mascots are a must .
I agree . They're very lovely , especially " Huan Huan " .
is that the red one ? That is my favorite , too . Do you know how much they are ?
the five dolls are sold together as a set , and they're priced according to the size . The bigger they are the more expensive .
oh , I see . If I buy more than a set , can I get any discount ?
I don't think so . All the souvenirs of the Olympic Games are very hot right now .
any other ideas ?
there are lots of things , such as postcards , key chains , posters and various arts and crafts .
it all sounds great . We can go there after the match . I can't wait to see what they have .
Mom ! I hate eating vegetables !
You don ’ t have to eat them . I don ’ t mind .
Thanks mom ! Can I have dessert now ? I love chocolate cake !
No dessert for you unless you eat all your vegetables .
But I don ’ t like them ! It ’ s not fair !
You can have some fruit for dessert . If you eat an apple and a banana , I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake .
Ok ... actually , I don ’ t mind eating peas and carrots , buy I hate broccoli and cauliflower .
I ’ ll remember that for next time . You ’ ll get extra peas and carrots , buy no broccoli or cauliflower . OK ?
Thanks mom !
It was very kind of you to give me a tour of the place . It gave me a good idea of your product range .
It ’ s a pleasure to show our factory to our customers . What ’ s your general impression , may I ask ?
Very impressive , indeed , especially the speed of your NW Model .
That ’ s our latest development . A product with high performance . We put it on the market just two months ago .
The machine gives you an edge over your competitors , I guess .
Certainly . No one can match us as far as speed is concerned .
Could you give me some brochures for that machine ? And the price if possible .
Right . Here is our sales catalog and literature .
Thank you . I think we may be able to work together in the future .
Is the factory fully-automated ?
Not completely . Our production process is partially-automated . We use robots on the production line for routine assembly jobs but some of the work is still done manually .
What about supply of parts to the production line ?
Well , the parts are automatically selected from the store room using a bar-code system . And there is an automatic feeder which takes them to the conveyor belt at the start of the production line .
What about the smaller components ?
They're transported to the workstations on automated vehicles - robot trucks - which run on guide rails around the factory .
I'm glad you're on your ten-year reunion planning committee .
Yeah , you get the TV to yourself while I spend my nights surfing the Net for missing classmates .
That's not why . This way I can see how you guys do this sort of thing .
I guess . Don't you have reunions in Taiwan ?
Definitely . Every year . But just for our forty-person class .
Ours are for everyone that graduated in the same year .
What does your job involve ?
I'm the Project Manager so I have to make sure our projects run smoothly . I work with three Project Engineers . They take care of after-sales service and look after the maintenance side of the business .
How many languages can you speak ?
Besides Chinese , I can speak English and French .
You mean you can read and write both of them ?
No , I can only carry on a simple conversation in French .
Can you read and write English well ?
I can speak the language better than read and write .
Do you speak the language well enough to communicate with people of English-speaking countries ?
I think so . I used to be an interpreter .
Do you think your English is good enough to do desk work ?
The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work . I believe what I know is sufficient to work in an American firm .
What can I get for you ? Here is the menu .
Let me have a look . Well , how many kinds of steaks do you have ?
We have sirloin steaks , pepper steak , and filet steak .
Is there something go with the filet steak ?
Yes , we have various sauces . What about the gravy ?
Are you ready to go shopping ?
Just a minute . I need to make a list of thinks that we need .
Good idea . Have you written down potatoes , carrots , and onions ?
I don ’ t have onions on my list . I ’ ll add them . We should get some tea . Is green tea ok or should we get the same tea that we usually get ?
Let ’ s get both . We need some coffee too . Is that on your list ?
Yes , it is . Here ’ s my list . Is there anything that I ’ Ve forgotten ?
I think you ’ Ve got everything . I want to got some chocolate and some cheese .
What kind of cheese do you want .
I ’ m not sure . I ’ ll decide at the cheese counter , when I can see what they have . Have we got enough money ?
We don ’ t have enough cash , so I ’ ll take my credit card and we can pay with that . Where are the car keys ?
I ’ Ve got them there . Shall I drive ?
Hello , can you tell me how to use the telephone ?
If you want to order meals , call 8801.If you need other help , call 8803 and someone will be there .
Thank you so much . By the way , is there a mail service ?
Yes , you can take your letters to the counter over there .
Hi , I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won ’ t be working till tomorrow . A technician has just come and checked it . He will bring me a new one tomorrow . It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing . Can I use the one in your office ?
Of course you can . I am sure this one works very well . I just sent dozens of pages . How many pages are you sending ? Are you familiar with my fax machine ?
Yes , I think you have the same model as I have . Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol ?
Yes , it will print immediately .
How many years have you done business with China ?
Let me see , about five years , we established our business relationship with Hua Mei of China Import & Export Corporation in 2003 .
Do you have any difficulties in doing business in China ? You know the Chinese economic legislation is still incomplete ?
I don't think I have any problem with our Chinese partners . They have always followed the contract strictly . We can do business directly with the corporation . As I mentioned before , the Chinese government is trying very hard to perfect its law . Its commercial legislation provides legal protection for foreign companies .
Well , it's known that the Sino-American relation is in a dilemma . Does it influence your business in China ?
Actually not at present . But we are afraid it will . You know policies influence business to some extent . I hope our government will not be influenced by some extremists . China is really a large market . We don't want to lose it .
Thank you .
You're welcome .
Give me a pack of first-class stamps , please .
Here you are . That will be five dollars . Anything else ?
Yes . I want some post cards and some airmail stamps . I want to send some letters to South America .
Just a moment , I'll look up the rate for air-mail letters to South America .
Can you tell me how much it will cost to send a package to Colombia ? Also , I what to know how long it will take .
Do you have the package with you ? I would have to weigh it to see how much it would cost .
Do you insure package ?
Yes . All you have to do declare the value of the package and decide how much you want to insure it for .
Is there a way that I can be sure that the people in South america receive my package ?
The post office rarely loses package . You can , however , request a rectum receipt .
One last question-what are your hours ?
We open at eight-thirty in the morning and close at five-thirty in the afternoon .
Thank you , you helped me a lot .
Hello , thank you for taking the time to interview me .
Hi there , I ’ m Bill Gotcha , the owner of Gotcha Enterprises . Did you find your way here OK ?
Your assistant gave wonderful directions .
Why are you switching jobs at this point in your career ?
Our Company is moving overseas and I wish to stay in the United States .
What are you best at ?
I am good at organizing systems that have been having problems .
What is your biggest challenge in terms of skills ?
I don ’ t like to sit around and so like to always find things to do to keep myself busy .
That is good to hear !
Good morning . SRC international . How may I help you ?
Good morning . I'd like to speak to Peter . Chen Please .
Certainly . Who should I say is calling ?
This is Tim . Hunter from Hunter industries .
And what is it regarding please ?
We have an appointment for this afternoon . Mr . Chen will know why I'm calling .
Of course , Please hold the line Mr . Hunter .
Right , let me run through your options . You can go ahead and cash your undue Large-Amount Deposit Certificate if you really want to , but I'd recommend a Personal Durable Commodities Loan .
OK , what does that entail ?
It's not too much trouble to do it this way and remember , your certificate is due in 2 months . If you can hold on to it , it'll be much better for your finances .
Yes , it does seem a little silly to cash it now . I'll probably need about 25,000 RIB . Will that be a problem ?
Not at all , Mr Zu . As the certificate is due in 2 months , you can get the loan on mortgage of that certificate .
I'm glad you thought of this . I'd have just gone ahead and cashed it ! And I suppose I can use the money from the certificate to pay back this Personal Durable Commodities Loan and I won't lose any interest , right ?
Exactly right . If you'd like to go ahead , I can process that for you now , Mr Zu .
Absolutely , Jenny . Thanks very much , I think you've saved me quite a lot of money today .
My aunt told me one of her secrets--cellophane tape .
I just got it at the special health store . It's for my flabby arms .
Let me know how it works .
I have to say , I have had enough of this roller coaster .
I know what you mean . I'm like a yo-yo .
Last week I was down to 60 kilos . This week I had one donut more . Now I'm up to 62 kilos .
May I have a menu , please ?
Of course .
Could you tell me how this thing is cooked ?
Lobster ? It is steamed and served with our special sauce .
Is it good ?
Sure . It is a most popular dish .
I think I will try some lobster , and give me some green salad together .
Can ’ t you come in and have tea now , Peter ?
Not yet , I must water the garden first .
Do you have to water it now ?
I ’ m afraid I must . Look at it ! It ’ s terribly dry .
What a nuisance !
Last summer it was very dry , too . Don ’ t you remember ? I had to water it every day .
Well , I ’ ll have tea by myself . That was quick ! Have you finished already ?
Yes , Look out of the window .
It ’ s raining . That means you needn ’ t water the garden .
That was a pleasant surprise . It means I can have tea , instead .
I'm broke , and I have to catch another bus .
Why don't you have any money for another bus ?
I got hungry and bought some chips .
That was smart .
Anyway , do you have any change I can use for the bus ?
I don't have any .
I don't know how I'm going to get home .
Get a transfer from the bus driver .
How much is a transfer ?
It doesn't cost anything .
That's great ! Thanks for your help .
You know what ? Don't mention it .
Hello , Anna . Come in and sit down .
Hello , doctor .
What's the matter ?
I've got a backache .
Do you often suffer from backache ?
No , I don't . I've never had a bad one before .
When did it start ?
About four days ago .
Well , go home and rest in bed for two days , then you'll feel better .
Can you give me some medicine ? It's very painful .
Yes , I'll give you some pills . Take one a time and three times a day , and come back in three days . If you don't feel ...
Welcome on board . May I see your boarding pass ?
Here you are .
Your seat is three , in the third row , near the window .
Thank you . Where can I put my suitcase ?
Either in the overhead compartment or underneath the seat .
Everyone's attention , please . We are going to take off . Please fasten your belts .
Hello , madam . How do you like your staying here ?
Quite good . Excuse me , are there any places of interest ?
Yes , there are so many near our hoteI.Three blocks away from here , there is temple . It's famous for its building and paintings.lt ' s worth visiting .
Thank you . I think today we will go there .
You're here to make a deposit , is that correct ?
Right . I'd like to deposit 2,000 RIB into my Current Account .
No problem . Could I have the cash and your Bank Book , please ? Oh dear ... there seems to be some problems here ...
What ? What's wrong ?
I'm sorry but 5 of these notes seem to be counterfeit . Look at this watermark , do you see it ?
It does look a little strange , I didn't notice that before .
Hello , sir . Is there anything I can help you find ?
Um ... Uh ... I'm just looking , thanks .
Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife ...
No , no , no . I'm just browsing . Thanks anyway .
Well , if you need anything , just ask .
Um ... well , where's the men's shoe department ?
It's on the third floor . Turn left when you get off the escalator .
Thanks .
An idea about killing time on a train ?
I advise you to read Playboy.You can get a lot from it .
But there's quite a lot of rumors about it .
That's why it's interesting .
Have you brought the receipt with you ?
No , I don't . I left it home .
Sorry , but we can't do anything without the receipt . Come back with it .
I didn't know . I'll go to get it . How late will you be open ?
Till 5:30 .
I haven't told you what happened yet , have I ?
I haven't heard anything .
My boss offered me a promotion , and I took it .
Are you serious ?
Yes , I am really excited .
That's great . Congratulations .
I appreciate that .
You have no idea how happy I am for you .
For real ?
I believe you were the best choice for that promotion . I really do .
I like Chinese food .
I like Chinese food , too . I like dumplings best .
At school , we sometimes have Chinese food for lunch .
That's good . We eat Chinese food only at the Chinese restaurant .
My mother can make some Chinese food .
Really ? That's wonderful !
OK . Come back into the classroom , class .
Does the class start again , Mam ?
Yes , but to the heath , this break has last long enough .
Oh , breaktime flies .
come on , baby . It ’ s time now .
Mam , another minute , could I ?
Hurry up , little boy .
What's the matter , sir ? You look pale .
I feel dizzy and weak . And I'm having this pain in my ear . I think I am sick .
Are you often traveling by plane ?
No , this is the second time .
That's right . It's normal if you don't often take the plane . Just relax a little bit .
Why this happens to me when I am on the plane ? I feel bad .
Don't worry , sir . It's just because of the lower pressure .
What should I do about it ?
You may feel much better if you chew some gum or peanuts .
OK , thanks . Does it work really ? I'll give a try .
Are you feeling better now ? Do you need some pills ?
Much better . Thank you . I just feel tired but I can't fall asleep .
So , you'd better wear this eyeshade and you will sleep well .
I am not used to wearing that . Thanks .
If you try to adapt yourself to your destination's local time , you'll feel more comfortable . So please try to sleep , and have meals according to Los Angeles's time .
Thank you so much .
Could I see the manager please ? I have a complaint to make .
Yes , I ’ m the manager here . What can I do for you , Madam ?
Did you have the room checked before we move in ?
Which room are you in ?
1808 . The toilet doesn ’ t work properly ; the water doesn ’ t run in the shower .
I ’ m awfully sorry to hear that . I ’ ll turn to it right away .
Excuse me , can I have an earphone please ?
Sure , but you have to pay $ 3 for it .
OK . Here you are .
Well , ou can't hear music until takeoff .
I see . Thank you .
I'd like to buy some souvenirs .
What do you think of the pamphlets with beautiful pictures ?
That's nothing new .
I'll buy an electric map of the city .
I would like to open an account please .
Do you have any form of ID ?
I have my Tennis Club card . Is that good enough ?
I ’ m afraid not . It has to be a passport or a valid driver ’ s license .
Oh ... wait a minute ... here ’ s my driver ’ s license .
OK , just fill in this application . You can sit over there . This brochure explains our services . We have free checking , and you will be given a debit card and on ATM card . There is no service
OK , I ’ ll fill out the form and come right back .
Hello , how can I be of service ?
Hello . I'm not sure who I need to speak to . I got this 50 yuan note today and it seems a little odd to me .
The first thing we do is check the feel of the paper ;d oes it feel too thick or too thin ? Then we check the watermark . In my opinion it is counterfeit . I'll just run it through the scanner to double check .
What happens now ?
Well , it's our policy to confiscate all counterfeit notes . So , unfortunately you'll lose this 50 RIB . We'll give you a receipt to show the note has been confiscated .
Dear , can you drive me to the clinic ?
I'm afraid I can't .
Why ?
Well , my car won't start . I don't know what's the matter with it .
Could it be the battery ?
No , I don't think it could be . I checked the battery two days ago.It must be other problems .
Well , I suppose it could be the gas .
No , there is plenty of gas . I filled it up yesterday .
Perhaps it's the starter then ?
Yes , that's possible .
What do you reading , Linda ?
I'm reading a novel , The mill on the floss , written by the famous novelist gorge alias .
What's it about ?
It's meanly about relationship between a brother and a sister , who live in the mill on the river floss . It describe there are childhood and disputes cause them to separate , the book ends with them ha
Is it difficult to understand ?
Not really , i would consider it easy .
Besides novels , any other types literary works that you indulgence .
I really like short stories .
Have you read anything else besides literature ?
Certainly I have . I like to read books on vary subjects , and i can read everything I can get my hands on in my spare time . I don't want to idle away and waste my time .
I agree . People who don't read are no better often people who can't read . I also agree that books are like food for the mind .
We have three dressings for salad . Which one would you like ?
What kind do you have ?
We have Italian , French and Thousand Island .
Make it French please .
I saw a vacancy board outside for assistant . Has the vacancy been filled ?
Not yet . But do you have any experience as an assistant ?
Yes . I have a lot of experience in that . I have worked for the sales company as an assistant since finishing my university .
OK . It sounds fine .
Can I help you ?
I'd like to have a look at your air conditioners . Hum , this one looks pretty good .
Yes , it ’ s this summer ’ s best-seller .
And what about your customer service ?
We provide free delivery and installation .
How long is the warranty ?
It is two-year and covers parts and service .
Very good . I ’ ll take it .
Hmm . Let me try something.Wait . I have a reservation for someone named Sang here . But it's spelled J - A - N - G . It's not spelled J - I - A - N - G . It's for a Mr . C Sang .
Oh , that must be me ! Probably they typed the name wrong.My husband's English isn't so good .
Yes , sometimes it happens , Ma'am . That's why it is always good to carry your confirmation number . I'm sorry about the inconvenience .
It's okay . It's probably my husband's fault.Is there a pool in this hotel ?
Yes , of course.The pool is open until 10:00 p . m . So you still have about 45 minutes .
Good .
Here is your key . Your room is 379.You can find the elevators just around that corner there , down the hall.Enjoy your stay , Ma'am .
Thank you .
Excuse me , I need to get to Cambridge today .
Would you like to go by train or by bus ?
I am not sure , which one is better ?
The bus is cheaper but also slower . It will take about two-and-a-half hours .
And how long does the train take ?
If you take the fast train , it will take about 50 minutes .
Where do I catch the train ?
The trains for Cambridge leave from King's Cross Station . They run approximately every half hour . Most trains to Cambridge go from Platform 9 .
How do I get to King's Cross ?
The best way is to take an underground tube train directly to King's Cross . The Underground station is just round the corner from here .
Can you show me on the map ?
It is very easy . Just turn right when you leave and then turn right again at the first crossroads . The entrance to the Underground station is about 50 meters further on .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome .
Have you seen the sales report for last quarter ? Who do you think is our digest threat ?
From the numbers , it seems like Forest Inc . is our digest competitor ... Le'Ban and Markford are also major contenders in our market .
Le'Ban is the new kid on the block , it's amazing they've had such tremendous success so soon ... With them on the scene , the competition is outthrough .
here's information about our competitor's recent market activities ...
Thanks , this will be a big help in putting together next quarter's marketing strategies . With competition this intense , we'll have to step up production even more . We need a price we can compete with .
We're in a very competitive environment . It's sink or saimin this market .
Better start swimming ! we've got to find a way to outsmart the other guys . I want a preliminarily strategic marketing plan on my desk by next Tuesday ... the competition never sleeps and neither should we .
Hello , this is Hilton Hotel . How may I help you ?
Hi . I would like to make a reservation on this Friday .
OK . What kind of room do you want ? We have single rooms , twin rooms , double rooms and suites available on Friday .
I want a single room with ocean view . Do you have one ?
Let me check . Yes .
OK . I will take it .
When do you check in ? How long are you planning to stay ? Do you have any special requirements ?
I guess I am going to arrive at 9:00 in the morning and I would like to leave at 200 in the afternoon on Sunday . Please give me a room away from the elevator . I hate noises while I am sleeping .
OK . No problem .
We need to call an emergency meeting as soon as possible about this .
OK . Let me send a memo around .
Schedule it for this afternoon , when Ken gets back .
I don ’ t think he ’ s back today .
Oh , that ’ s right . Go ahead anyways . I ’ ll fill him in . We can ’ t lose this order under any circumstances !
I know , it ’ s a big one .
Would you mind if I ask some personal questions ?
No . I don ’ t . Please .
Are you in robust health ?
I have a little problem , I'm overweight for my height . I think I should go on a diet .
The consignments of chemical instruments have just reached us . We have to lodge a claim against you for inferior quality I am afraid .
Is there anything wrong ?
We bought 1,000 sets of chemical instruments from you , but there are 40 not up to the standard .
It's hard for us to believe it . Our instruments have been the best quality for years . Have you any reliable evidence ?
Here is the survey report from a well-known public surveyor in London . You may inspect the defective instruments personally
Well . According to the contract , we are responsible for repairing or replacing those defective instruments . We ’ ll send our technicians to repair them .
Forty faulty instruments means that 4 % are not up to the standard . You should compensate us for 4 % of the total account on the contract , as well as for the inspection fee .
I am sorry about the quality problem , but I propose we compensate you for 3 % of the total value apart from the inspection fee .
All right . In that case we are still willing to do business with you .
Hi Bill , I saw your grandma yesterday .
Oh where was that ?
I was running around the track at my college and there she was walking around the same track .
Grannie always tries to stay fit and healthy . She is always making us kids eat the proper foods .
Well , it pays off for her . How old is she anyway ?
She will be 86 next month .
That is truly amazing !
Did you punch in ?
Yes . By the way , you are having a great make-up today . I like the color of your lipstick . So adorable !
Really ? It took me really a while to find the color . I am happy you like it .
Well , girls like us are happy to spend our time on those kinds of things . Actually , do we still have a meeting this afternoon ?
Sure , when those never ending meetings .
I don't think you've met my sister , Mary .
No , I haven't had the pleasure .
Come and meet her now .
All right .
Excuse me , would you tell me how to return to Hilton Hotel . I'm afraid I lost my way .
Did you have hotel card or something ?
Let me see . Yes , I have the address and hotel telephone number here .
Oh , you stay at the down town Hilton . When you go down two blocks this way and turn left , you will find it on your right .
I don't understand very well . Could you give me a map ?
The bathroom looks lovely . Did you redecorate it yourself or did you get someone in to do it for you ?
I did it myself . I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement . Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed . I ’ m sure I saved a lot of money by doing it myself and it was fun too . I learnt a lot by doing it myself .
So , let ’ s see . You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls . You ’ Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries . The bath , shower , and washbasin are the same as before , aren ’ t they ?
Yes , they are . I gave them a good clean . They are in good condition and don ’ t need to be replaced .
How long did it take you to do the tiling .
As I hadn ’ t done it before , I had to keep referring to income 3ation I got from the internet . Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening . Then I spent a few hours replacing the cracked wall tiles . Putting the cupboard up took about an hour , so it took me two days altogether .
I think you ’ Ve done a very good job . As least as good as a professional would do . Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom ?
You ’ ll be lucky ! However , I ’ ll print out the income 3ation I got from the internet and you can do it yourself .
I'd like to see that pen , please .
You mean this one ?
No , the other one in the brown case .
Oh , this one ... Here .
May I try it ?
Sure .
It's very smooth . I'll take it .
Cash or charge ?
Charge , please .
I ’ Ve come to hear about your offer for bristles .
We have the offer ready for you . Let me see ... here it is . 100 cases Houston Bristles , 57 mm , at 10 pounds sterling per kilogram , C . I . F European Main Ports , for shipment in June 2001 . The offer is valid for five days .
Why , your price has soared . It ’ s almost 25 % higher than last year ’ s . It would be impossible for us to push any sales at such a price .
I ’ m a little surprised to hear you say that . You know very well that markets for bristles have gone up a great deal in recent months . The price we offer compares favorably with quotations you can get elsewhere .
I ’ m afraid I can ’ t agree with you there . I must point out your price is higher than some of the quotations we ’ Ve received from other sources .
But you must take the quality into consideration . Everyone in the trade knows that US ’ s bristles are of superior quality to those from other countries .
I agree that yours are of better quality . But there ’ s competition from synthetic products , too . You can ’ t very well ignore that . Prices for synthetic bristles haven ’ t changed much over the years .
There ’ s practically no substitute for bristles for certain uses . That ’ s why demand for natural bristles keeps rising in spite of cheaper synthetic ones . To be frank with you , if it were not for the long - standing relationship between us , we would hardly be willing to make you a firm offer at this price .
Well , we ’ ll have a lot of difficulties in persuading our clients to buy at this price . But I ’ ll have to try , I suppose .
Good morning.sir.My name is Liu Peng from Tsinghai University . I am here for the interview relating to my visa application .
Glad to meet you.Would you mind if I ask you some questions ?
Of course not .
Why do you want to go to the US ?
I'd like to have further education.Now I am studying for my doctorate .
Will you get any kind of scholarship ?
Yes . The school has provided me with full scholarship and that will be enough to support myself .
Could you say something about your educational background ?
Yes . I graduated from shanghai University and later obtained a master's degree from Oxford .
What was your graduation thesis on ?
My graduation thesis is on International Trade .
Hello , I'd like to open an account .
Which account would you like to open ?
I'd like to open a savings account . What's the interest rate now ?
It is 3.2 % . You may earn a little interest on money .
Is there any minimum deposit for the first time ?
Yes , the opening minimum deposit is 1,000 Yuan .
What about the later deposits ?
For the later deposits , you can deposit any you want . Even one Yuan is OK .
OK , that's good .
Your ID , please .
Here you are , a thousand Yuan and my ID .
Wait a moment , please ... Here is your bankbook . Keep it well please .
Thanks . I will .
Hello Mr . Jones , please have a seat . Thank you for coming in today . I have read your resume . You completed University in England ?
Yes , I went to Cambridge . After graduation , I started right away into the advertising industry . Later , I made a bit of a switch to focus on marketing research .
So , what experience do you have ?
I have ten years marketing experience . This includes both entry level and management positions . In my last position , I worked my way up to being director of the marking department .
I can see that from your resume.Your last position was marketing director for a pharmaceutical company , is that right ? Later , why did you decide to leave your former post ?
I felt after five years in one place , I was ready for something new . I would like to have a job that is challenging , something that I can see and do new things every day . I loved many things about my former job , and I left with amiable feelings on both sides . I was just ready for something new .
I see . Do you want to work full-time or part-time ?
I would rather work full-time .
I'll make note of that . Now , what are your salary expectations ?
I am willing to negotiate , but I expect at least $ 40,000 a year .
My lease ends next month , so I have to find a new place .
I feel sorry for you . It's a jungle out there .
Do you know any places ?
Well . I guess I can ask around to see if anyone's got a room or apartment available .
Thank you . I think I should also have a look at the Internet to see if anyone's got a sublet .
How much do are you looking to spend ?
I can only afford about 1,000 yuan a month .
Looks like you'll have to get a place in the suburbs .
It doesn't matter , but it needs to be close to the subway or on a convenient bus route .
Anything you need to have in the place ?
I want a bedroom with full bath , and it'll be better if the bedroom is on the sunny side .
You can also check out university bulletin boards .
Why ? Will those be students who are leaving ?
Not really , but landlords put up notices to attract students and they often have low rent .
Thank you . I'll be sure to take a look .
Good luck .
Excuse me , but can I draw on my account for payment of things I buy in China ?
Certainly , sir . How much do you draw ?
RIB 8,000 , please . Would you please tell me my balance ?
Yes , sir . Your balance is RIB 34,000 .
Are you here about your ticket ?
Yes , I am , Your Honor .
What is your argument ?
Your Honor , the police officer pulled me over for speeding .
You must've been speeding .
No , Your Honor , I was not .
Tell me how many miles per hour you were going .
I was going 35 in a 40 mph zone .
That's fine , so I'll let you go with a warning .
So , I don't have to pay the ticket ?
You won't have to pay the fine .
Thank you very much , Your Honor .
Yes ! I finally lost that last five pounds I've been working on forever !
How did you finally do it ?
A friend suggested that I stop nibbling between meals .
Like snacking ?
You know , a little piece of chocolate here , some chips on the side , candy now and then ...
I get what you mean .
Instead , I sit down and have a good snack like a piece of fruit between meals .
I'm impressed . Good for you !
This is our Submission of Tender which includes the information about volume of the project , the cost and so on .
OK ! We'll see it .
What kind of guarantee are you going to provide for us ?
We can provide you with standby letter of credit established by Bank of China .
Should we pay earnest money ?
Yes , you are supposed to pay it on time . If you don't furnish a tender bond on time , your tender will not be considered . Besides , you also should provide derailed engineering of the good .
Where do we submit the tender ?
To our office which is on the third floor .
Oh , I see . By the way , is tender-opening done publicly ?
Yes . All the bidders will be invited to join us to supervise the tender-opening .
And are the prices stated in the US dollar ?
Yes , so far as we know , in the field , your company has lots of experience and we hope you will consider the tender seriously .
OK ! We will . Bye !
Bye !
May I recommend you Tsingtao beer ?
Tsingtao beer ?
Yes , sir . It's one of the best beers in China .
Really ?
Yes . The beer is brewed by using carefully selected malts , rice , hops and natural water from the Lao Mountain .
How about its taste ?
Fine , sir .
That sounds great . Two Tsingtao beers , please .
Tin or bottle ?
Tin , please .
Would you like it on the rocks , sir ?
No , thank you .
You're welcome .
I want to find a job in your bank as an accounting clerk .
Do you know various funds and accounts ?
Yes , I enjoy working with that .
Great . We have a very pleasant working condition and I think we have a fine staff to work with .
Mrs . Phoebe , here are your ordered goods . Please inspect the goods now .
All right . Let me have a check . Can you tell me how can you inspect your exported goods ?
Our quality control department is in charge of the inspection , which is directly under general manager . It is essential to attach the importance to the quality of goods . It is the basement for the future cooperation .
That is good . And here I give you a piece of advice . You should have used stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item . Besides , it's better to secure the cartons with metal straps . What's more , the order number wasn't anywhere on some of the boxes .
I realize that now . I will do that after a while .
Thank you . Can I open the packages to check the color and style ?
Of course , let me help you .
The color and style are consistent with the sample . Great !
You know , we are superior to other clothes companies .
Yes , that's for sure . There is nothing wrong with the quality . I think you'd better pack them first in plastic bags , than in cartons .
OK . We will manage it later .
Daddy , are you going to the park with us this weekend ?
Honey , I have a lot of work to do .
So you can't go with us , right ?
No .
Daddy , you always arrange your schedule so tight on weekdays . You should have a rest on weekends .
What park do you want to go to ?
Daniel wants to go to the aquarium . While Mom wants to visit the Summer Palace .
Haven't we been these places already ?
Yeah . I don't agree with them , but I don't have a better choice .
What about the Olympic park ?
Right , ah . It is so close to our home . How come we've never thought of that ?
The Olympic Park has a small forest . It is fit for picnic .
Very well , Go ahead .
Please give me a piece of ' New York Daily ' .
You are late . The last piece has sold out .
Really ? Is there ' Wall Street Journal ' , please ?
There are several , take a piece . The crash appears in the headline . It is famous for offering catastrophe stories .
I have a long flight for ten hours . I need to choose a magazine .
There are various magazines in the rack .
Give me the latest issue of ' National Geographic ' .
That's the top magazine in America and is popular with young people . OK . It is totally 30 dollars .
Here you are .
Have a nice trip .
Hi there . Do you need any help ?
I've been told about something called Southern Fund . How can I buy it ?
First of all , you should open a Fund Account with us , just fill in this form . We'll need to see some ID and your Cash Card .
That sounds simple enough . Do you charge any admin fees for that ?
You'll have to pay 20 RIB , and then you will have your Southern Fund Management company card .
Do you need any other documentation from me ?
Yes , we'll need to fill in this form , for fund trading and this one , for subscribing for and / or applying for purchasing fund units . The minimum is 500 RIB .
Harry , come here immediately !
What ?
Don't take that tone with me ! I saw you hit your brother .
No ! He hit me first .
I don't care . You know better than to hit him . Go sit on your bed for 10 minutes .
Have you seen the new girl in school ?
No , I haven't .
She's really pretty .
Describe her to me .
She's not too tall .
Well , how tall is she ?
She's about 5 feet even .
What does she look like , though ?
She has pretty light brown eyes .
I may know which girl you're talking about .
So you have seen her around ?
Yes , I have .
Hello , could I speak to Allison , please ?
I'm sorry ; he's out at the moment .
When do you expect him back ?
I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
Where is some fresh produce that's on sale ?
Well , I think you'll like the mangoes .
I've never had a mango .
It's a fruit . It has a big stone in it .
Can you eat the stone ?
No . You would break all your teeth on it .
How much are these mangoes ?
The sale price today is $ 1 each .
Can you describe their taste ?
They usually taste sweet , but they remind me of an orange .
How can I tell if they're ripe ?
Don't cut into them until you can feel that they're soft on the outside .
What country produces them ?
They come from tropical countries .
Please sit down .
Thank you .
From reading over your resume , I assume your English is quite good . Have you had any experience in the writing field ?
No , I haven ’ t had any professional experience , but I have always been interested in creative writing .
Have you ever had a foreign instructor in English composition ?
Yes , my college teacher was an Australian . She was also our adviser on our English language newspaper . I was the editor for two years .
That ’ s very interesting . Tell me what you did exactly .
Well , I planned the layout of the newspaper and then I assigned various articles and columns to other students to write . I wrote the editorial each time .
What is your aim in going into the field of journalism ?
To be frank with you , I would like nothing better than to be an overseas reporter some day .
That can be a rough job , you know .
Yes , I know that . But I like adventure and excitement in my writing .
Well , working in an editorial office may not be exciting enough for you . What do you think ?
I would be glad to do routine work sometimes , if I could be assured of making advancements in the future .
I think this type of position would be a very good start for you . I am quite sure we can work something out for you , but I cannot give you a definite answer today . We will let you know within just a few days .
Fine . Thank you very much .
Excuse me , Dr.Steward , I wonder if I could talk with you about my paper .
Yes , of course.When ?
Will you be free this afternoon , say from 3 to 4 ?
Now let me check my schedule ... OK , you could to my office then .
Marry Lin's Office , this is Linda .
Linda , this is David Wang .
Hi , Mr . Wang , what can I help you with ?
I need to talk with Marry .
Certainly , hold on .
Thanks .
Here's some flowers , love . Happy Valentine's Day .
Those are beautiful . They smell lovely . Thank you .
This is let you know that I still you after all this years . I knew there are some up and down when I married you , but through at all , you've always been may my Valentine .
Oh , sweet . You've always been my love too .
I don't think I say this enough , but I want to thank you for your kind listen patience , you ' Ve always been there for me .
I'll do everything for you , love . You know that , maybe you didn't realize , but you made everyday a enjoys moment and happy occasion .
I am so glad we met one another .
Um , hello again . Are you sure you don't want to make a purchase , sir ?
I have a question .
Hush ... OK . What is it ?
Why do people like all this fancy , expensive underwear ?
What kind of question is that ?
I'm just curious . I think women are beautiful without this stuff .
Uh ... yeah , right ...
Oh , you look kind of pale . What's the matter ?
I feel sick .
Do you ? Just a minute . Let me get the airsick bag ready ... Here .
Thank you .
Shall I get you some water ?
No , thank you . I'll be all right as soon as the plane gets out of this turbulence .
Excuse me . I bought the CD here two days ago . It's scratched , and doesn't play properly .
I'm sorry about that , sir . I'll get you another one .
The thing is I've replaced once already . I think it's just a faulty batch .
I see . Maybe I can offer you a credit note .
Well . To be honest , that's not much use to me . I'll leave the country tomorrow . I'd really prefer a refund .
OK , sir . I'll see what I can do .
Would you like a cigarette ?
No , thanks . I've decided to give up smoking .
Really ? Why ?
Well , it's just that I think if you don't enjoy doing something any more , you should stop doing it .
I see.You mean you don't enjoy smoking any more ?
That's right . You should give it up , too.It ' s bad for your health .
Stop talking like my mother . That's what she keeps saying .
But it's true . It's a nasty habit . I can't think why I ever started.Anyway , it's obviously got you in its grip !
What do you mean ? What are you talking about ?
I mean you couldn't give it up !
Can you give me a hand with some things in the kitchen ? I don ’ t think I can finish everything in time .
Ok , what do you want me to do ?
First of all , I need you to do the drying up . I ’ m almost finished the washing up . I ’ m going to clean the cooker when I finish .
Ok . I ’ ll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them . Where is the tea towel ? Oh , here it is .
We ’ ll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it .
While you ’ re cleaning the cooker , I ’ ll wipe the worktop . That was a great meat , by the way .
Actually , it was just some leftovers from yesterday . I made far too much food to eat alone . I am glad you could come over to help me finish it .
My pleasure ! This tea towel ’ s a little ragged . Do you have another one ?
Yes . Look in that drawer . I should throw the old one out .
Keep it and use it as rag . You can clean your bicycle with it .
Hello . Mr . Othman ? This is Michael in Mr . Emory ’ s office . He ’ d like to set up and appointment with you to talk about buying a new copier .
Sure , I ’ d be glad to . What time frame did he have in mind ?
He ’ d like to do it as soon as possible , sir . How about tomorrow at 2:45 ?
Mm , yeah , that ’ ll be great . Tell him I ’ ll see him then .
Oh , I ’ m staving . I ’ d like to try some real Chinese cuisine . What would you recommend waiter ?
Well , depends . You see , there are eight famous Chinese food cuisines , for instance , sichuan cuisine and HUNAN cuisine .
There're all spicy or hot of heard .
That ’ s right . If you have hot dishes , you can try some .
It might be too hot for me .
And there are Cantonese cuisine and Kiangsu cuisine .. Most people like them .
What about any special Beijing dishes ?
There ’ re Beijing roast duck .
OH , yes . I heard of a lot of about it . I like very much to try it . Where can I find it ?
You can find it in most restaurant . The best place certainly is Quanjude restaurant .
Is it near here ?
Not too near but not too far either . A taxi will take you there in fifteen minutes . the traffic is not too bad , I mean .
Well , thank you for your information . What ’ s the name of that restaurant again ?
Let me write it down on a piece of paper for you . You can show to the taxi driver .
That ’ s very kind of you . Thanks a lot .
May I come in , Mr Sun ?
I ’ d rather you didn ’ t , Miss Yang . I ’ m very busy now .
Can I try later then ?
Yes , of course .
Is it all right for me to come in now , Mr Sun ?
Well , uh ... I ’ m still pretty busy , but ... all right . Come in . What can I do for you ?
Do you mind if I sit down ?
Not at all . Take a seat . Now what can I do for you ?
I want to leave the department . Do you think I could put info a transfer ?
Yes . But why should you want to do that ?
Do you mind if I speak frankly ?
Not at all . Go ahead .
Well . You see , I don ’ t like the office . I don ’ t like the staff . And I ’ m afraid of you . And I don ’ t want to go one . So may I put info a transfer ?
Yes . I ’ d be delighted if you did .
Hello , China Southern Airlines . Can I help you ?
Yes , could I make a reservation to New York on July 21st , next Friday ?
Sorry , there is no flight available on July 21st .
That's too bad . What's the earliest flight available ?
I can give you a reservation on flight No CZ 387 on July 22nd .
What about the fight schedule ?
It departs at 12:10 and arrives at 15:10 next day .
Is it a non-stop flight ?
Yes .
Sounds good . I'd like to take this flight .
Would you prefer first class or economy class ?
Economy class .
And your name , please ?
Edward Smith .
Mr . Smith , you can get things fixed through our agencies in Guangzhou . Do remember to bring your passport with you .
Yes , many thanks . Goodbye .
Bye .
Can we talk about this bonus plan of yours ? I ’ Ve got a few problems with it .
Sure , Richard . What ’ s on your mind ?
Well , to be honest , I just don ’ t think we ’ re going to have enough funds to give the kind of bonuses you have in mind .
Well , why don ’ t we sit down and work out the numbers ? We can always scale down the bonuses if we have to .
I take care of the letters . I may read , sort out and organize incoming mails .
So you have to open all the envelopes .
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
I take care of the letters . I may read , sort out and organize incoming mails .
So you have to open all the envelopes .
Yes , except the personal mail . And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly .
Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them ?
Yes , and I check all the e-mails for Mr . Thomas .
I want to buy some flowers for my wife's birthday .
Red roses are always a popular gift for birthdays .
What are the roses going for ?
They're only $ 20 a dozen .
That sounds nice and cheap .
Yes , you're saving money because they're on sale today .
Okay , give me the roses .
Could I interest you in anything else ?
No , but thanks anyway .
Your wife will be thrilled with the roses .
Hello , may I speak to you for a few minutes ?
About what ?
I want to speak to you about this year ’ s election .
Oh , really ?
Yes , I am a volunteer for the campaign .
I am very impressed .
I feel that history is about to be made , and I want to be a part of it .
That is very nice of you .
Will you be voting ?
Yes , I am going to vote .
Make sure you make it to your polling place early on Election Day .
Thank you and good luck .
Hey , Steven . What are you going to do this Saturday ?
If the weather is good , I'll go to climb mountains .
Are you going with your friends ?
No , I'm going alone .
Oh , aren't you afraid ?
Of course not . For me , mountaineering is both relaxation and a hobby .
I think mountaineering is an exciting sport , but a little dangerous .
Yeah , you are right , but it's really interesting .
Hey ! I just bought one of those new Japanese cell phones ! It's loaded with extras .
What does it do ?
It's got a built-in video camera so you can see the person you're talking to.It also takes stills and I can use the E-mail mode to send digital pictures straight to my friend's phone !
Wow ! What else does it do ?
I can plug it into a folding keyboard to type in message mode . l can even surf the net .
Cool ! Anything else ?
Yes.With the 600 - second digital memory , l can record my voice and send it using voice message mode .
Wow !
You'll love this ! I can use a stylus to draw a map on the touch screen and then use the fax mode to send it to another phone .
You have the right to remain silent . Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law . You have the right to have an attorney present during questioning . If you cannot afford an attorney , one will be appointed for you . Do you understand ?
Yes .
What's your name ?
My name is James .
What's your nationality ?
American .
What's your relationship with the victim ?
I don't know him .
Why did you attack the victim ?
Because he beat me first when I tried to stop him from grabbing my bag and running away .
How many times did you stab the victim ?
I stabbed his belly three times .
Did you know hat your actions might cause serous injuries or death ?
I knew , but I couldn't control myself .
Was it your intention to kill the victim ?
No . I didn't kill him on purpose , madam . It's him who caused the incident . I need to see my attorney .
OK . Give me his number and we'll contact him .
Hello . It's good to see you again , Ms Harrow , sending more money to your grandson today ?
Today I'm here to find out about paying in foreign currency . You do that here , I suppose ?
Yes , of course . What would you like to know ?
My nephew has told me about something called a ' timing deposit ' or something like that ?
A T-I-M-E , Time Deposit . You can chose from 5 different grades
Put me down for 2 years . Here's the money I'd like to pay in ...
I ’ m going to Bihai park . Is this the right bus please ?
No . you ’ re going the wrong way . You wanna 103 from the Beijing zoo .
how can I get it , please ?
You get off at the next stop , cross the street and you will find the stop not far on the right hand side .
could I have a transfer , please ?
Here you are .
Thank you .
Peter , enough with your computer games . Go do your homework now .
Can't I play more ?
No ! Stop playing computer games !
Mom , I'll be finished soon .
Peter , if you don't turn off your computer , then I won't allow you to play it again starting next week .
Hello , sir . I'm ready for you .
Is it my turn ?
Yes , please sit on the chair.How do you want to have your hair cut ?
Not too long.Cut a little off behind and on both sides , too .
OK.Now lean back a little and keep still . I'm going to shave your face .
How long have we been flying ?
About 12 hours .
I always have trouble with jet lag .
Most people do when they travel long distances .
By the way , what's the time now ?
8: 00 Beijing time .
How do I use this adhesive ?
This is a special adhesive for easing the pain . Apply it to the painful area and change it in every 2 days .
How do I use the lotion ?
Apply some of the ointment , and rub it into the skin .
Well , thanks very much .
Not at all .
Cindy . We were going to try to surprise you for your birthday . But you ’ re just too busy ! Can you tell me when you ’ ll be free ?
Oh , Brian . That ’ s really sweet of you guys . I would love to get together with all of you . How about Friday ?
Great ! What time ?
I ’ m free all afternoon . Why don ’ t we meet at 1 o ’ clock in the lobby ?
I ’ ll need to meet with you before you go on vacation , Alex . I have a few things to clear up .
I ’ ll be glad to . But my schedule is super tight this week . I think the only time I have free is at lunch on Wednesday .
That ’ s fine . I can make that .
All right , then . I ’ ll see you at noon on Wednesday .
I've got a temperature and my stomach hurts .
How long have you been feeling this way ?
It all started the day before yesterday .
You seem to have picked up some kind of infection .
What should I do ?
Take a few days off from work and don't wear yourself out .
What would you like to eat tonight ?
I'm not sure , what about you ?
Do you think Kentucky fried chicken is good ?
Sure sounds good to me .
Did you clean your room today ?
No , not yet .
Well , when were you planning on doing that ?
I'm going to clean it up later .
Didn't I ask you to clean it up earlier ?
I'm going to clean it .
I want you to vacuum in your room , and don't forget to dust everything .
I know . I'll do it .
Make sure you clean it up before you do anything else .
I'm not going anywhere until later , so I'll clean it then .
Hello , can I help ?
I'm from Lexington Software and I'm here to collect an export L / C .
I have it right here .
Great . Can I take it with me now ? Or do you need me to fill in some forms or something ?
No , you can take it away now . I just need you to sign here .
Here you are .
Just one thing before you go , could you please prepare your documents in accordance with the L / C within the validity period ?
No problem , I'll get on that right away . Thanks , bye .
Hello , Mr . Thomas . Could you spare a minute ?
What do you need ?
I need to talk to you about that new driver you ’ Ve hired . I think I am going to have some problems working with him .
He seems to be quite qualified . If it is a personal problem I preferred if you would work out between yourselves .
I can't stand the stupid guy any longer . It ' s unbelievable !
Oh , my dear lady . Take it easy . You should forgive a green hand like him .
He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy .
I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems .
I have told him how to do it several times , but he's never listened to me .
Maybe you should communicate with him just like a friend and not a boss .
Oh , I always have difficulty in getting along with the staff .
Just take them for your good friends and have a talk with them as we do , make sure you don't lose your temper .
I think that's a bad idea . I'd hate anyone here to think of me as a friend . How would they ever respect me as they can do whatever they want ?
I disagree . All you have to do is respect the staff and their opinions .
hey , you look great ! how's everything ?
yeah , you know what ? I've been going to the club regularly . The training really pays off . Now I am in a good shape and I know more about how to keep fit .
really ? tell me about it . I haven't gone to the club for a long time . I am too busy with work .
it's important to do proper exercises .
you're right . Too much or too little won't do any good .
the trainer tells me , besides regular sports activities , I should also have a healthy and balanced diet .
sounds reasonable .
we should eat more vegetables instead of junk food to stay energetic .
and fruits !
surely it is . Getting enough sleep is also crucial for fitness .
I've heard that . Does your trainer tell you anything about keeping fit ?
yeah , he advises me to stay in a good mood . That can help one to keep sound physical health .
I think if you follow your trainer's advice , you'll be on the right track .
you bet it !
Staying out all night , you frightened me to death .
I stayed with my friends .
You should at least give me a call .
I'm sorry , Mum .
Did anyone call ?
Just Mr . White .
What did he want ?
He wouldn't say over the phone .
What kind of job do you intend to do ?
I want to do some management job since I have three-year's work history .
What are your plans if you were hired ?
I would apply my specialty and experience to my job and gradually move up to the management level in this company .
You stepped on my foot !
Sorry . I didn't mean to .
what do you think about the public service advertisement for quiting smoking ?
while I think it's great that they're trying to get people to quit smoking , but I don't really care for the advertisement .
why not ?
the fish hook that they use is quite disturbing !
it's a pun . They use the fish hook to make you think about how you can get hooked on smoking .
I know , but I think it's not really appropriate for young children .
I think they're trying to scare the young people so that they don't ever start smoking .
all advertisers like to catch young people because they know the meaning of loyalty .
perhaps you're right , , though . Maybe the advertisement would be more effective with adults anyhow .
I have nothing against them putting the advertisements in magazines and newspapers that are read by adults , but I don't think they should have their ad on billboards where children can see them .
that's a good point . I think I was so delighted to see that a billboard was being used to promote health that I didn't think about how children might understand the ad .
you have to give them credit , though . It's about time people started becoming more aware of the dangers of smoking .
Good morning . Could I speak with Mr . Willard please ?
This is he . Who ’ s calling , please ?
This is Chris Emerson speaking .
Hello , Chris . How can I help you ?
Can you tell me the differences between a letter and a memorandum , Miss Thong ?
Certainly . A letter must be sent out of the company and must be mailed or posted . A memorandum is a communication within an organization .
Should we use the layout we use for a letter when we write a memorandum ?
No , not necessary . Usually we have a set form which is printed . We just fill in the printed forms and send it to the person or the offices concerned in the company .
Of course , let me find one for you .
Hi , do you have any tickets for the show tonight ?
Sorry , it ’ s all sold out .
Well , do you have any for tomorrow ?
We have tickets for the matinee . It starts at 3p . m .
Ok . I ’ ll take it .
Where would you like to sit ?
Do you have anything in the middle section ? I want a good view , but sitting too close hurts my eyes .
Certainly .
Lily , I am terribly sorry about this . But we have to put off or cancel tomorrow's meeting .
Cancelled ? That's just can't happen !
Sorry to say , but nothing can be done . The equipment broke down and can't be fixed till Friday .
Oh , I hope it be fixed on Friday .
Overseas operator , may I help you ?
Yes . I would like to place a collect call .
Can you tell me the name and number of the person you want ?
Terry and his number is 4562325 8 .
Please wait a moment . It Will take a few seconds to get through .
Would you help me figure out what to do about the office party ?
I would be happy to help . What would you like me to help with , food or entertainment ?
I would like to help you with both .
That will work out fine . To make sure everything goes together , do you think this party should be casual or dressy ?
A dressy party would be fun !
That will work out fine . Do you think that Chinese or Continental food would be best ?
We should probably have both .
Yes , that will work out fine . Should we hire a band or bring in a DJ ?
Maybe we could do both !
Everything sounds great then ! I'll meet you back here on Friday to discuss the details .
I can't find the price tag .
It's right here . $ 100 .
But I heard other stores were having great mark-downs on this item .
Ours are of really good quality .
I see , please wrap it .
Peter , how often do you exercise ?
Well , I swim and run every day .
Now , tell me , what do you eat ?
Well , I don't eat any meat , but I do eat fish and eggs .
Do you eat a lot of vegetables ?
Oh yes , and fruit , I love fruit .
What do you drink ?
Well , I never drink alcohol , coffee or tea . They are very bad for you .
What do you drink ?
Where can I call a taxi ?
There's a taxi rank over there , right outside the gate .
How did your company's fundraiser go ?
The fundraiser events went really well . We were able to partner with a few of our competitors , all in fun of course , to sponsor a marathon for the American Cancer Society . All of the people who participated it had a great time , and we were able to raise a lot of money to contribute to cancer research .
So how does it work ? How were you able to make money with the marathon ?
Each of the runners that participated the marathon race paid a ten dollar entrance fee . Also , they went door to door to get sponsors who pledged a dollar per mile that participants ran . All in all we were able to raise several thousand dollars .
Sounds like a great deal for the American Cancer Society .
In all honesty , it's also a great deal for our company . The exposure that we gained from sponsoring an invent like this was great for our image in the community . We accomplished as much as last year's advertising campaign , plus we were able to do a little fundraising for a good cause .
How may I help you today ?
I need to open a second account .
What kind of account would you like to open ?
I need another savings account .
Do you have another account with us ?
I sure do .
Would you like to transfer money from that account into your new one ?
That ’ s fine .
How much would you like to transfer ?
Transfer $ 100 .
Give me a moment while I complete your transaction .
That ’ s fine . Thank you .
How about your grades of study ?
I have been doing quite well . As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 % . And I ’ Ve received Scholarship two times .
Besides your major , do you know some in other fields ?
Yes . To develop my knowledge , I studied Economics , Business Administration and Accountingthrough self-study . Nowadays , I have passed three courses on CPA .
Have you ever been a student cadre ?
Yes . I used to be the monitor of my class .
Did it affect you much ?
It ’ s a very important experience for me . First , it improved my organizing ability , and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective . Second , it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike .
In your spare time , do you have any part time jobs ?
Yes , I used to work as an assistant lawyer for Tienda Law Office .
What kind of a car do you have ?
An old one .
I know it's old , but what make is it ?
It's a Chevrolet . Why do you ask ? You going into the car business ?
Nothing like that . My cousin is going to take a job overseas and he can't take his car with him , so he's going to sell it - cheap . It's practically new .
well I have been thinking about getting a newer car . I can't afford a brand new one .
Would you like to look at my cousin's car ?
Is it a four-door or a two-door ?
It's a coupe with a vinyl roof .
Does it have automatic transmission ? .
Yes , and it also has power steering , power brakes , and air conditioning .
I guess I might take a look at it .
What is my prime responsibility in daily work ?
Your main job is serving the clients and giving them what they want .
What other things do I need to know ?
You'd spend 30 % of your time on the computer . You may be bored with a job like that .
No problem . I am used to it .
Good afternoon . May I help you ?
Yes , I ’ m here to see Joanna Stevens . I have an appointment at four .
Certainly , may I take your name ? I ’ ll let her know you ’ Ve arrived .
Sure , it ’ s Josh O ’ Neil .
Ms . Stevens will be with you momentarily . Can I offer you something to drink ?
Yes , a coffee would be nice , thank you .
Here you are . Ms . Stevens is ready for you now . I ’ ll show you to her office , right this way .
How about your interview ?
They turned me down .
Why ? You are so excellent .
I think the only reason is that I was too nervous during the interview and I couldn't express myself the way I wanted to .
What a shame ! You should have showed yourself to them !
It doesn't matter . I'll try other companies .
I suggest you hunt for a job on the Internet .
On the Internet ? I've never heard of it .
It's very convenient and it has become popular recently .
Is that safe ?
Of course , if you log on some standard websites .
Thank you for your advice . I'll have a try .
We are here .
OK . How much is the fare ?
The total is 45 yuan .
45 yuan ? It is too much , Are you sure ?
It is 45 yuan on the meter .
Is there something wrong with your meter ?
No . I am sure about that .
OK . Could you give me a receipt ?
Yes . This is your receipt .
Excuse me . Would you mind trading seats with me ?
Not at all .
Oh , thank you . That ’ s very kind of you .
You ’ re welcome . I prefer a window seat .
Oh , you do ? Good . Looking out of the window sometimes scares me . So I prefer to be the man in the middle .
Do you plan to further your study ?
Yes , I have been always learning the Economics on my own . My dream is to get a master's degree in Economics .
If you make every effort to the company , you will have a great chance to attend the on-the-job postgraduate . The tuition fee will be financed by our company .
Really ? It is amazing . I will apply for a position in your company .
Ahem ... uh , sir , I beg your pardon ... Uh , mister , are you waiting to buy a ticket for the movie ?
What's it look like , lady ? This is the ticket line I'm standing in , isn't it ?
Well , yes , it is , but ...
So , what's your beef anyway , lady ?
You just cut into line , in front of me and everyone else , that's what ! Go take your place back at the end of the line , like every - one else !
Oh sure , lady , and fat chance I'd get a ticket before they're sold out . I'm staying right here , understand ? So be a nice lady and butt out !
Just what gives you the right ... ?
Because I'm no sucker ; only suckers go to the end of the line . It's as simple as that , lady .
Well , you're no gentleman , either .
Okay , lady , just to show what a gentleman I really am , I'll let you go in front of me . Now , just buy your ticket and shut your trap , will you , lady ?
Whew ! I got the last one . This must be my lucky day !
What was that you just said ? Last one ... ? Hey , they've closed the ticket window !
Yes , I'm afraid I bought the last ticket , and to think , if you hadn't been such a gentleman . . .
Lady ! This is unfair ! I've been cheated ! I was in line before you.That should have been my ticket ! Come on , hand it over , lady !
Gentleman ! Hah ! Fat chance ! Hah ! Eat your heart out , sucker ! Hah !
May I help you ?
Yes . Fill it up , please .
Premium or regular ?
Regular , please .
Anything else , sir ? Should I check the water and the oil ?
Yes , please .
Darling , the airplane is going to take off . I have to go .
Take care ! I will miss you so much .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
I haver run out of gas .
What kind of oil do you want ?
Premium , please . By the way , please don't fill it up . Two gallons will be fine .
No problem .
I'm starving . Let's get something to eat .
Can we go somewhere nearby ? I don't feel like walking too far .
Sure . What kind of food do you like ?
I mean the food for something spicy .
How about some Korean food ? There's a place right there on the corner .
That sounds great . I love Korean food .
May I help you , madam ?
Yes . I ’ m trying to find a pair of earrings to match my necklace . Can you recommend some to me ?
Yes . Your gold necklace has a diamond pendant , and your eardrops should be
These look wonderful . Do these come with a guarantee of quality ?
Of course . If there is anything wrong with them , you can come back and show me the guarantee of quality , and then you will surely get free service .
I ’ ll take them .
I ’ Ve lost my purse .
Oh , dear . What was in it ?
All my money .
Well . Go to the police station and see if it ’ s there .
Royal Hotel , can I help you ?
Yes . I urgently need a room for tomorrow night , and do you have any vacancies ?
Yes , we have . What kind of room would you like ?
I'd like a suite with an ocean view , please .
No problem , sir .
Come in , please .
Good morning ! I am Anna Lu . I've come for an interview which was arranged .
Oh , I see . I am Jack White , Personnel Manager . Take a seat , please .
Glad to meet you , Mr . White .
Miss Lu , have you got any experience in restaurant service ?
Yes . Since I entered college , I have been working at a fast food restaurant as a part-time waitress .
For how long ?
3 years .
Our restaurant receives a lot of foreign customers . Can you serve them in English ?
That's why I applied for this job . Now I am studying Hotel English in my college , and I am quite familiar with the western courtesy and restaurant etiquette . I am sure my public relation skills will leave a strong impression on your customers .
You must know our working hours are very long and overtime work is frequent .
I don't mind that .
I think I will give you a 3 months ’ trial . The salary for this period is 800 yuan a month with no bonus . After that period if we both feel satisfied , a formal contract would be signed .
When am I supposed to start working ?
Next monday . Bring your resume and diploma with you .
Yes , I will . Thank you , Mr . White . Goodbye !
Goodbye !
Don't tell me you're pregnant again .
I'm afraid so .
What do you think of this dress ? Do you think it suits me ?
Sure . Why don ’ t you try it on ? The fitting room is over there .
It ’ s just the right size-a perfect fit ! Have you seen anything you like ?
I ’ m thinking about buying this sweater . I know it ’ s June now , but it will be perfect for autumn and winter .
It looks too big for you , but I like the color and the material is good quality . Is it on sale ?
Yes , it ’ s half price . It ’ s supposed to be too large--that ’ s the fashion .
I might get one too , but in a different color . I prefer light blue to white 。
There.It looks great , don ’ t you think ? I ’ m going to get these jeans as well . I need a new pair . I ‘ m also going to buy this scarf ready for winter .
I ’ m getting this beret ? Doesn ’ t it look cool ? I ’ d like to get some jeans too , but I don ’ t have enough cash on me .
Don ’ t worry . I ’ Ve got my credit card . You can pay me back later .
Thanks ! Now I don ’ t need to come back to the shop a second time .
Good morning . Wilson Association .
This is Mr Brown speaking . I'd like to speak to Mr . Thomas , please .
I'm sorry , but Mr.Thomas left the office a few minutes ago .
That's bad ! I've been trying to call him for the last ten minutes , but your line has been busy . Will he be back soon ?
I'm afraid not . He's gone for the rest of the day .
Is there anywhere I can reach him ?
I don't believe so . He's going out of town on business . May I take a message ?
I have a business appointment with him for tomorrow morning at ten o'clock , but I'm afraid I can't make it .
Would you care to make another appointment ?
Unfortunately , I'm leaving town rather unexpectedly , and I may be gone for several days .
I see . I can tell Mr.Thomas that you phoned .
Thank you .
Bye-bye .
I see you have bought the latest copy of “ beauty and fashion ” . Are there any interesting articles in it ?
There ’ s an interesting interview with a top fashion designer about the latest fashions . I enjoyed reading her thought . The “ which ? ” section is very interesting this month . They tested facial cleaners . The article recommends “ all clear ” for effectiveness and price .
I like to take the tests that they print in this magazine .
Which tests do you mean ?
You know . Tests like ” how jealous are you ? ” and “ are you a fashion victim ? ”
Oh , I see . I like to do those tests , too , but I don ’ t take them seriously .
Of course not , but sometimes the results make you think about yourself and what you do . According to the jealousy test , I ’ m quite a jealous type of person . Perhaps I need to control my jealousy .
Marry Wang's Office , this is Marry .
Hi Marry , this is Tom .
How can I help you ?
I need to see if we can get together today .
Put on the helmet , please .
Do we need to put on the jackets too ?
You ’ d better , to protect your clothes . Now please watch your step .
Thank you . Is the production line fully automated ?
Well , not fully automated .
I see . How do you control the quality ?
All products have to go through five checks in the whole manufacturing process .
What ’ s the monthly output ?
One thousand units per month now . But we ’ ll be making 1,200 units beginning with October .
What ’ s your usual percentage of rejects ?
About 2 % in normal operations .
That ’ s wonderful . Is that where the finished products come off ?
Yes . Shall we take a break now ?
Excuse me . May I take you a picture ?
With pleasure .
Thanks you . Shall we stand a bit further ? I would like to take the tower in .
No problem .
That's OK . If you want the photo I will mail it to you .
No need , sir .
Hello . This is the Directory Assistance . Can I help you ?
Can you give me the number for Jessica Hanson on locks Ave ?
I ’ m sorry . There is no listing under that name . Are you sure of the name ?
Yes , I ’ m pretty sure .
Do you have her address ?
Yes , I do . It ’ s 109 Locks Ave , L8V 4N9 .
That ’ s an unlisted number . I ’ m sorry , but I can ’ t give it to you .
I see . Thanks anyway .
No problem .
I ’ d like to open a savings account . Can you tell me how to do it ?
Ok , you have to fill out the form . And I let me see three identification cards or documents .
I have the driver ’ s license , a membership card and my passport . Would we do ?
Let me see them . Yes . There ’ re ok .
What ‘ s the minimum amount I can deposit in an account ?
You can deposit and ensure amount of ten dollars .
Thank you .
We are willing to participate in the bid which you advertised in China Daily . Would you please tell me the detail of the tender conditions ?
You will receive the tender notice next month and you'll find the information .
OK ! Our company is very interested in the tender . I am sure that we will do our best to win the bidding in building the factory .
I believe your corporation will try your best and I understand fully your feeling , if your tender conditions proved be suitable for our general conditions of tender , we will accept your submission of tender .
Maybe I have asking too many questions today .
That's all right . You can contact me later if you have other questions after you read the tender notice .
Fine , thanks a lot . Bye !
Bye !
Good morning , Mr Zhang , I wonder whether you have got an answer from your superior .
Yes , we had a meting about it yesterday afternoon .
What's the answer ?
We decided that we could agree to your price , but we are a bit worried about the slow delivery .
Let me see . I quoted your delivery in three months , didn't I ?
Yes , but we hope that the wool could reach us as soon as possible .
I thought you would be worried about it . So I rang Auckland last night . As you are our biggest customer , they agreed to ship the order on the first vessel available that will leave Auckland next month .
Good , if you agree we'll draft the agreement right away and sign it then .
By all means .
Be careful . The floor is wet .
What happened ?
I spilled my drink .
Hello , this is Lucie Jing calling from Lincoln Bank . May I speak to Mr Was , please ?
Speaking .
Ah , hello , Mr Was . I'm just calling about your new credit card . It has arrived with us , so you can either come to collect it , or we can send it on to you .
Sending it won't be necessary . I'm actually coming in for a meeting with my Personal Banker this afternoon .
What perfect timing !
Indeed . Is there anything I need to do before I collect it ?
Not really . But we do recommend you to read through our terms and conditions again before you sign the card , just in case there is something you aren't happy with .
I'm sure it'll be fine . How about my PIN number ?
That will be sent on to you within 2 working days . Then , you can start using your new card .
Great . I'll be in later today . Thanks for calling . Bye .
What are we eating for lunch ?
I have no idea . What about you ?
I kind of want pizza .
I ate pizza the other day .
So , what do you feel like eating then ?
How about some burgers ?
I already had a burger yesterday .
What are we going to do ?
We can just each get what we want to get .
That sounds like a plan .
Do you know a place that sells pizza and burgers ?
I think they sell both at the cafeteria .
Did you bring your certificate for nursing ?
Yes , here is my Certificate of Nurse .
How about your nursing education ?
I learnt nursing through theory and practice for 3 years at Hunan Nursing School .
Can you manage English conversation ?
Yes , pretty well . I have started learning English since primary school .
Have you ever thought about having children , Kaitlyn ?
My husband and I have thought about it , but we've decided not to have any . They're just too expensive . Besides , with all the news about global warming on the news lately , who knows what kind of Worl
Well , I've always wanted to have lots of children . Growing up with only one brother , I always felt a bit lonely . What do you think about families with only one child ?
For me , growing up in a big family always made me yearn for attention . I always wanted to be an only child so that I could always do what I wanted and so that I wouldn't ever have to share .
Don't you think you would miss having other people around ?
No way ! I spent 20 years of my life with relatives around me 24-7 . You know , I don't think I've ever actually spent any time by myself in my parents ' home . What do you think fo the one-child policy
If China didn't have such a policy , can you imagine how many people there would be in China now ?
That's true . But as a woman , I'm glad that even though I don't want any children , I at least have a choice in how many children I have . On the other hand , I can't imagine what China would be like
Do you think most families with many children envy or feel sorry for other families with only one child ?
I don't know what other people think , but I , for one , envy only children !
Ok , let ’ s go through this one more time . I don ’ t want anymore ruined or dyed blouses !
I know , I know . OK , so I have to separate the colors from the whites and put them in this strange looking contraption so called washing machine .
Right . You have to turn it on and program it depending on what type of clothes you are washing . For example for delicates , you should set a shorter washing cycle . Also , be sure to use fabric softener and this detergent when washing .
So complicated ! Ok , what about this red wine stain ? How do I get it out ?
Since this is a white t-shirt , you can just pour a little bit of bleach on it and it will do the trick .
Cool . Then I can just throw everything in the dryer for an hour and it ’ s all set right ?
No ! Since you are washing delicates and cotton , you should set the dryer to medium heat and for twenty minutes .
You know what ? I ’ ll just have everything dry cleaned .
Is Tom in ?
No , he is at work now .
May I have his office phone number please ?
Sure . It's 289,1234 .
What about driving to Shanghai ?
Driving ? No way , it's too far .
I just thought it would be an interesting way to see lots of places . How long will it take ?
Too long , and you do not have much time .
What a pity .
Good afternoon . I'll show you to your room .
Thank you .
Could you tell me which bags are yours ?
They're over there next to the door . Those three with green tags on them .
Could you wait a moment ? I have to get a trolley . May I see your room key , please ?
Sure , here it is .
Thank you . Room 402 . You're on the 4th floor . This way , please .
Excuse me , sir . Is there anything I can do for you ?
Yes . I bought the can two days ago , but today I found that is beyond the guarantee period .
Let me see . I am sorry , sir . We will change another one for you . Please wait a moment .
Excuse me , but could you tell me the way to the railway station ?
The railway station ? Just go down this street and turn left at the second corner . The station is at the end of that street .
How long will it take me to get there ?
It's about a ten-minute walk .
That's very clear . I think I can find my way now . Thank you .
Not at all .
Excuse me ! Does this bus go to the railway station ?
No , You're got on the wrong bus . You can take a No . 22 bus at the University station and then transfer to a No . 83 bus at the railway station .
OK ! Thank you very much !
I have here our price sheet on a F . O . B . basis . The prices are given without engagement .
Good , if you ’ ll excuse me , I ’ ll go over the sheet right now .
Take your time .
I can tell you at a glance that your prices are much too high .
I ’ m surprised to hear you say so . You know that the cost of pro - duction has been skyrocketing in recent years .
We only ask that your prices be comparable to others . That ’ s reasonable , isn ’ t it ?
Well , to get the business done , we can consider making some concessions in our price . But first , you ’ ll have to give me an idea of the quantity you wish to order from us , so that we may adjust our prices accordingly .
The size of our order depends greatly on the prices . Let ’ s settle that matter first .
Well , as I ’ Ve said , if your order is large enough , we ’ re ready to reduce our prices by 2 percent .
When I say your prices are much too high , I don ’ t mean they are higher merely by 2 or 3 percent .
How much do you mean then ? Can you give me a rough idea ?
To have this business concluded , I should say a reduction of least 10 percent would help .
Impossible . How can you expect us to make a reduction to that extent ?
I think you are as well - informed as I am about the market for chemical fertilizers . It ’ s unnecessary for me to point out that sup - ply exceeds demand at present and that this situation is apt to continue for a long time yet . May I suggest that you call your home office and see what they have to say ?
Very well , I will .
Excuse me , you look lost.Can I help you ?
Oh , Thank you . I'm looking for the train station .
Right . Let me see . You go straight down here and turn right .
Right ? OK , got it .
Then take the next left then the next right . Are you with me ?
Next left then right ? OK .
I'm sorry , but I didn't catch what you said .
I said , ' Do you want me to help you ? '
I'm trying to find a post office .
Go three blocks and turn right . It's right there .
Should I take the bus ?
No . It'll only take about five minutes to walk .
Thank you very much .
Anytime .
It says here that you graduated from Beijing Normal University with a major in English Language and Literature .
Right . Then you may think that I am not fit for this job according to my educational background .
Yes .
But I want to be a tour guide very much because I like traveling and meeting various kinds of people . So I took an evening course at the Tourism School of Beijing after graduation and I have gotten a qualification certificate .
So you must be an extravert ?
Yes , I always enjoy being with a group of people and chatting with them .
What do you think are the responsibilities of a tourist guide ?
A tourist guide must be responsible for arranging and coordinating tour activities , and offering service of transportation , accommodation , sightseeing , shopping and entertainment .
Don't you consider it a hard work ?
Hard but interesting , I think .
Have you any experience as a tourist guide ?
Yes , I usually guided foreign tourists around Beijing when I was in University .
Have you ever learned any other foreign languages other than English ?
Yes , I have learned a little French and Japanese as well .
Didn ’ t you punch in this morning , Monica ?
Sorry , I don ’ t know the rule about punching .
That ’ s ok . I should have told you earlier . This is a company rule .
Do we also need to punch out after work ?
According to the company rule , we should punch in before 8 o ’ clock and punch out after 5 o ’ clock every work day .
How about the lunch break , Lucy ?
From 11 thirty to 1 o ’ clock .
May I ask whether we need to work overtime ?
Sometimes , but not quite often .
This needs dry-cleaning.Can you remove this stain without harming the fabric ?
Let me see . We ’ ll try , but I ’ m not sure that we can remove it .
Ok , then . We ’ ll I ’ d also like to have this pressed .
Any starch ?
No starch .
What's the problem ?
I have a laceration on my left forearm .
Let me have a look . How did this happen ?
I got hit by a car in an accident .
Was there much bleeding afterward ?
No , not much .
Well , this doesn't look too serious . Nurse , could you please get me a suture set ?
Will I need stitches ?
Yes . Three , I think . It wont ' be too painful . Alright , we're done . That wasn't so bad , was it ?
No , not really .
You're lucky there was no lasting damage . I'll set up an appointment for you to come back in five days . We'll take those stitches out then . So long .
Thank you , doctor . Bye .
What time is it ?
Ten to nine .
Your watch is ten minutes slow . So it's should be nine sharp . I'm gonna be late again . What will be my excuse this time ? It should be set the alarm for seven thirty .
Don't cry over spilled milk , Fred ? Could you stay with me a few minutes ?
What ? Why ? What's wrong with you ?
I just hate being alone at home with nothing to do about listen to the clock ticking.It ' s so lonely and boring . My sickness makes it worse . When will I recover ?
You will be fine in the couple of month , just be patient . I've got to woke now , I'll be late .
You only care about your work .
Sorry , baby , you are everything to me . all I do just for our family .
Stay just a few minutes longer , OK ?
OK , I'll leave at 9:15 , Is that all right ?
Yes .
I'll spent more time with you in the future , Dina .
Thank you .
Canton Hotel .
I'd like to reserve a double room . I will be arriving next Monday , the 12th . My name is Wilson .
A double room for the 12th ? The name is Wilson ?
Yes , that's right .
How long will you be staying ?
Three or four days , perhaps longer .
Very good , sir . We will be expecting you next Monday , the 12th .
How is the result of your lab test ?
When it comes to that , I have a lot to say .
Then say it .
When I went back to my doctor to hear the results of my lab tests , I tried to keep a poker face even though I was scared to death . Then you guess what he said .
That ’ s just what I want to know .
He told me the tests were negative and there was nothing wrong with me .
Could you tell me something about your family ?
OK . There are five people in my family , Father , mother , elder brother , younger sister and I .
Are your brother and sister still in school ?
My brother has found his job and my sister is still in college .
What does your father do ?
My father is a middle school teacher .
What about your mother ?
My mother is a housewife .
Are you married ?
I am not married yet and I live alone now .
Do you need to support your family ?
No , my father and brother are doing that .
Have you finished school ?
Yes , I have already graduated .
I'm in heaven ! A Whirlpool dryer !
I love them , too . Let's move into the kitchen . Wait until you see the refrigerator .
This is too good to be true .
And the stove is brand new . You know how to use a gas stove , right ?
Yes . We've lived in Taiwan for a while . I had a gas stove in the States , too .
It's better for cooking Chinese food . Well , what do you think ?
We love it . But we'd like to know about the neighbors .
How's your new car ?
Perfect ! Couldn't be better .
You made a good choice , then ?
It's just what I want .
No regrets ?
I am really pleased with it .
I am glad you are happy .
It's super .
Good afternoon , Sir . You're here to see about a Temporary Loan , right ? The loans we offer are for purchasing income-generating assets . Is that what you require ?
Yes , that's exactly what I need . How about terms for these ?
Well , we offer 60 - day or 90 - day loans . The balance of the loan is to be repaid in full by the end of the specified period .
Is there any flexibility on that ?
Unfortunately , not .
OK . In my position , I think the best way to go would be for the 90 - day loan . That would give us a little more time to sort out the repayment plan .
Not a problem , Sir . If you'd just fill out these forms , and of course with necessary clearance , we can get you the money right away .
Mr . Wang , I've had scheduled for your two days stay in Shanghai . You can make some changes if it does not suit you .
All right . Please read it to me .
On Friday morning , Mr . Wang , the director of Shanghai Research Institute , will visit you at the hotel . In the afternoon , you will discuss some problems with Mr . Yang , vice manager of computer corporation .
Very good .
On Saturday , you'll leave the hotel for sightseeing . Miss Lu will be your guide .
Oh , that's great .
Hi , I would like to return this TV .
Sure , do you have the receipt ?
Yeah here you go . Actually I also want to return this keyboard .
Ok . may I ask what is the reason for returning these products ?
The TV flickers a lot when I am watching a movie and at times the image is not very clear .
I see , and what about the keyboard ?
I spilled some coffee on it and now it won't work .
I am sorry mam , but we can only exchange or refund defective products , we cannot take responsibility for misuse or damages .
Fine ! I don't know why they make these things so delicate anyways .
There are so many people that the tickets are all sold out !
Luckily we got the last two .
Look , Danny . The Four Great Inventions !
Gunpowder , compass , the paper making , and the printing .
I really admire those who made such great inventions !
May , I don't see why they are great . They are just simple things .
They look simple today . But they were milestones in their times .
Milestones ? May , you must be kidding .
Just think Bill Gates , those inventions are as important as the windows system .
Well , I suppose the ancient inventors made a lot of money out of them .
No , quite the contrary .
Why ? Didn't you say that they were milestones ?
Yes , but they went to the public without any patent protection .
Well , their inventors were not as clever as Bill Gates .
What can I do for you ?
I need some medicine .
For whom ?
My wife . She suffers from a bad cold .
What symptoms does she have ?
Fever and a bad cough .
I see . Don't worry , just a common cold .
What kind of medicine does she need ?
Patulin will be enough .
How many pills for each time ?
Nine pills per day , and three pills after each meal .
Thank you very much .
It's my pleasure .
Do you believe in god ?
Not at all . I ’ m an agnostic . do you ?
I ’ m not sure . Why don ’ t you believe there is a god ?
I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one .
I basically believe in science over theology . I mean , I believe in evolution for example . However , there are many things that science hasn ’ t explained yet .
I ’ m sure that science will explain everything eventually . I think that the strangest thing about religion is that so many religions people act in ways that their religion claims are wrong .
For example ?
Religions preach tolerance , but many wars are caused by intolerant religious fanatics .
Yes . Such people don ’ t appear to be acting in accordance with their religious beliefs .
Didn't you say your friend was American ? Where is she going on her honeymoon ?
They're going skiing in Colorado .
What a coincidence ! These pajamas would be perfect to take along on the honeymoon !
You're probably right . Oh , what the heck ! I'll take it all ... in maroon , like you said .
What a terrible house !
I'm sick of it , too .
The door bell doesn't work , there's no hot water , and the building is falling apart .
It's no use complaining . If we had got enough money , we couldn't put up with it , and would have moved out .
Sure .
Hello !
Is that Sue ?
Speaking .
A.This is George .
Hello , George.What ' s up ?
This website offers very convenient air tickets booking service . It is quick and accurate .
Yes , I once booked there . They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail . You can conveniently pay by credit card , so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes . They also provide e-tickets , meaning you don ’ t need to go to any office to pick an air ticket . You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card .
So it has attracted more and more customers these days .
Yes , therefore they are expanding the scope of their service . For example , hotels can be booked through the same site as well .
Excuse me .
Hello sir , may I help you ?
Yes . Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please ?
Sure . Here it is .
How much does it cost ?
50 dollars .
50 dollars . That's too much .
How about this one ? It's on sale for only 35 dollars .
I don't like that one .
How about the one next to the black gloves ? It's very similar to the one you like .
That's nice . How much is it ?
30 dollars .
That'll be fine .
Is this color OK , or would you like a different color ?
That blue one's fine .
Do you need any more of these shirts ?
Yes .
How many do you want ?
I'll take two more , a red one and a white one .
Hello , this is Li Bo speaking .
Hi , I am Liu Ming . I am calling to tell you that I have got the job .
Oh , that is wonderful . Congratulations !
I really feel grateful to you for your reference . They have mentioned this in the job interview .
Don't mention it . I think that is because you have right qualifications and nice personality .
Thanks again . I will start on next Monday . I am sure I will have good performance .
I agree .
I am a student in Cambridge University . I read your ad , I want to know something more about your room , please ?
It's a big bedroom with a drawing room , facing a beautiful wood .
Is there a bathroom ?
No , but there is one downstairs , which my daughter used some years ago .
It sounds good . Could I go and see it myself ?
Certainly , you're welcome anytime .
See you later !
( after a while ) Good afternoon , Mrs . Smith . I called you just now .
Welcome ! Come in , please !
Yes .
This way please . Your room is upstairs ... Here it is .
Wonderful ! A modest , comfortable room . Ah , a beautiful window , through which I can see a beautiful scene , and hear the birds singing . How nice !
Yes , if you want to wash something , there is a separate lavatory room outside .
Excellent ! I like it ! When can I move in ?
Anytime you like .
OK .
Hello , this is Dunlin . May I speak to Mrs Smith ?
This is Mrs Smith . Can I help you ?
I am calling to say thank you for the interview yesterday .
You are welcome . I am very impressed by your capability .
Is there anything I should do ?
No , nothing . It's thoughtful of you to call me again .
Thank you . Please call me at any time if you have any questions .
Ok , I will . Do you have any question ?
No , thank you . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Hi there . Welcome to Lincoln Corporate Services . How can we help ?
Hi . I was wondering what kind of fixed asset loans you have ? Do you have Fixed Asset Loans ?
Yes , we do . You'll go through the acceptance application , then a first review , then an evaluation and examination and finally get approval . Why don't you read through this brochure ? It outlines all of the important aspects of the loan , the terms and conditions , etc .
That's a good idea , to familiarise myself with it . Then , I'll be back if we decide to go ahead .
There are many art craft items in this shop . I suggest you take your time , and you might find something you like .
That's what I am going to do .
If you have any problem , please come to me .
I surely will . How much is this wood carving ?
You are an expert on it . That wood carving is very rare . But I'm so sorry . that is not for sell .
That's OK . Is anything else recommended ?
Do you have any special request ?
I'd like to see some traditional arts .
So that means you are shopping for presents ?
Yes , I'm just here to pick out some special presents for my foreign friends .
Actually , I think the paper-cuts is OK , because it is easy to carry and foreign friends are also interested in it . They think that is a miracle .
Sounds good . I'll take paper-cut .
I have collected different kinds of paper-cuts all over the country , you can pick the one you like best .
You collect them yourself ? I think that you are just doing the wholesale .
As a matter of fact , I open the shop because I'm interested in the arts . I spent lots of time doing research on the folk art of our country .
Wow , you are the expert on it .
Operator . Can I help you ?
I'd like to make a person-to-person call to Beijing , China . The number is 2135367 8 , and I want to speak to Mr . Zhang .
To Mr . Zhang in at 2135-3678 ?
Yes , that's right .
May I have your name and telephone number ?
My name is Luo Gang , and the phone number is 513-3284 .
Mr . Luo , will you hold the line , please - - - Mr . Luo , there is no Zhang at that number . Will you check the number again , please ?
What the number I gave you , operator ?
It's 2135-3678 .
Oh , I'm sorry . should have been 2135-3668 , not 3678 . I've given you a wrong number .
Are you sure this time ?
Yes .
OK . Let me try again .
Thank you .
Are there any special requirements on the project ? And shall we talk around it in details ?
Yes , there're some samples in our office and you can take some to study it . Besides , you see , in recent years , we've visited a diversity of factory buildings all over the world and we hope that our building is the perfect match of advanced technology and attractiveness .
That's a good idea . We can improve our technology to meet your special need .
And please let white color dominate .
OK ! I've noted it down . And any others ?
Oh ! I've almost forgot the location was transferred to the A county in the east of the city .
I'll tell them .
Well , the most important thing is that our company demand the quality be exactly the same as the sample which you'll take from the office on the third floor .
Please feel assured that we'll abide by our promise . And we'll do everything we can to ensure delivery .
Thanks a lot . And I believe I'll have a good time working with you .
I think so . Bye !
Bye !
Mr . Black , I ' d like to take some time off . I ' Ve been feeling exhausted these days .
That's no problem . Let me see ... You still have ten days annual leave left , is that right ?
Yes . I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off .
That's long leave . How's your project coming along ?
The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week . I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on .
Well , all right . But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave .
Thank you , Mr.Black . There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment . Mr.Smith will be in charge during my absence . He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients .
Great ! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed .
I will . Many thanks , Mr.Black .
Did you ever get a parking ticket ?
Only a few .
What's a few ?
I've gotten six , I think .
Did you pay your fines ?
Of course I have .
How much are the parking tickets ?
I think they're $ 130 .
That's expensive .
I just got a parking ticket .
You should probably pay the fine soon .
I'm going to pay it today .
Are you doing anything right now , Diana ?
I am typing a report for the moment , Mr . Robbins . Anything I need to do ?
Will you please cut it for a while and come in here to take a letter ?
Is it urgent ?
Yes , this letter can't go into the mail any later than 5 . It's about a contract .
Ok , I am coming .
Please take a seat , Diana . Have you got your spare pens and pencils ?
Yes , I have this time . But If I don't understand a word or a phrase when you are dictating , can I ask you halfway ?
No , I ’ d prefer not . I don't want any interruptions every other minute , but you can ask me at the end of the letter .
All right . I understand now . Do you think I should leave a margin on every page wide enough for notes and amendments .
Of course , Diana . You'd better pay attention to the spelling when you type it .
Certainly I will , Mr . Robbins . By the way , may I use a window envelope ?
Yes , that's fine . Now when you finish these , I want you to put these cards in alphabetical order , using the last names , and then make a list .
You want the cards in alphabetical order using the last names ?
Right . And the last thing , we are going to clean the files out tomorrow . Now let's begin .
You're finally here ! What took so long ?
I got stuck in traffic again . There was a terrible traffic jam near the Carrefour intersection .
It's always rather congested down there during rush hour . Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home .
I don't think it can be avoided , to be honest .
perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work .
I think it's something that I'll have to consider . The public transport system is pretty good .
It would be better for the environment , too .
I know . I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city .
Taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well .
The only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car .
Well , when it's nicer outside , you can start biking to work . That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides .
That's true . I could certainly use the exercise !
So , are you going to quit driving to work then ?
Yes , it's not good for me or for the environment .
That's really convenient . We were wondering if you could take a little off the rent , though .
I can take two thousand off . That'll make the rent twenty-eight thousand .
That's great . Every little bit counts . And we don't need the parking space . I guess we could rent it out .
Sure , for at least three thousand per month .
That'll bring the price down to twenty-five . That's the price we were shooting for .
I'm glad . Now , there's a deposit fee of two month's rent .
Hello . I sent out my laundry yesterday.Aren ' t they ready ?
They'll be ready by this afternoon .
Oh , no ! I'm leaving for Japan at 11 this morning .
Is that right ? We're very sorry .
I thought it was " the same day " service.Anyway , please do hurry .
I'm afraid we can't return it by 11 o'clock .
Well , then , would you send it to Japan , please ?
Yes , we'll do so .
Hello , welcome to Lincoln Bank . What can we do for you today ?
I want to effect payment under an L / C today .
No problem . OK ... just checking for you . Ah , I'm afraid there aren't enough funds in your account to cover this transaction . What you can do is buy some US dollars , using local currency and we can credit your account with that amount .
That seems alright . What's the exchange rate like today ? Good or bad ?
It's not too bad today , actually . 828.23 .
How can I help you , sir ?
I am here to have a discussion on your company's investment issue .
Sorry , could you tell me your name ?
I am James Pond from FAM Company and I am here to discuss it with Nova .
Do you have an appointment ?
Yes , I did it yesterday . Our meeting should be 2 pm .
I guess she forgot your meeting . She is attending an important meeting in the company . Will you have a seat ? May I leave a memo for her ?
Thank you .
She will be back soon .
Excuse me . Would you please make a suit with this material ?
Sure . May I take your measurements ?
Please don't make it too tight . This is for autumn wear , so make sure you allow for a cardigan underneath .
I see , sir . Can you come back for a fitting on the 10th , that's in a week's time ?
The 10th ? I'm sorry , but you see I'm going to attend an international conference on the 11th . Could you have the suit ready by the 8th , or at the latest , the 9th ?
Well , a business suit usually takes ten days ' time . But in your case , we'll try to have it ready sooner . How about coming for your fitting on the 8th ? Then your suit will be ready for you on the 10th ?
That's fine , thank you .
Good morning everyone . Thank you for attending the meeting today . I'm sure you all have a copy of the agenda . So let's get started with the first issue .
We're here today to present to you the results of our marketing research regarding the consumer behavior .
I would like to begin by introducing our foreign guests to our stuff on your left ( right ) , we have Mr . Brown , who is Vice President of Sales . Next to him is Ms . Arts , Director of Marketing for the Atlas Company . In the back row is Dr . Barolo , who is visiting from Italy . Thank you all for coming .
I am glad to see everyone is here and on time . Let's get started ! Susan , toss out some of your ideas .
It seems that many boys are fighting there .
Break it up ! I will not permit fighting in this campus .
the air quality in this city is horrendous ! The pollution levels were so high that we weren't supposed to go outside with a face mask again !
exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment .
on top of that , there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs , which are contributing to the high pollution levels in the water and the air in this city .
as much as I love this city , I think I'm going to have to find a greener city to live in . Living in a polluted city like this just can't be good for my health .
I know what you mean . However , there are so few places left that have not been affected by global warming . If it's not the pollution , then it's the natural disasters , deforestation , or the greenhouse
what is the greenhouse effect exactly ?
it's the gradual rise in the earth's temperature .
I see , so it's similar to global warming ?
they're related to one another , yes .
I heard that some people in England are pleased with the fact that the climate is becoming warmer because it's making their towns a more pleasant place to live .
people joke about the benefits of the increase in temperature , but it's not all good news . They've been experiencing a lot of deadly storms there as well .
people always seem to make jokes as a way to deal with unfortunate situations .
I think if everyone pitches in , the world will be a better place .
Would you like some cookies ? I just made them .
Thank you . Yes , I would .
These are chocolate , and those are almond-flavored .
I guess I'll try a chocolate one first.Mmmm ... this is delicious.Are they hard to make ?
No , they're really quite easy . Wait a minute , I've got the recipe right here.See ... these are the ingredients , and then you just follow the directions .
That does look easy . I think I'll make some tonight .
Can I help you ?
I'd like to buy a ticket to Casablanca on flight US125 tomorrow .
Hold on , plese.It will take off at 14:00 tomorrow.The price is $ 110 .
Well , I want to stay under $ 100 .
I am sorry Sir . We won't give any discount in busy seasons.The price is the same .
How do you use an ATM card , Billy ?
It ’ s easy grandpa . Insert you card into the machine here . Then wait a moment . Ok . Now you enter your PIN . It should have four numbers .
Oh yes . I ’ Ve got it written down here . Just a minute .
You really shouldn ’ t write it down . You should memorise it . You can change it to a more convenient number if you like .
Ok , I ’ Ve entered my PIN . There are several options on the screen . I guess I just choose which service I want , don ’ t I ?
Yes . Choose the service you need to use . If you choose to withdraw money , the machine will ask you how much you want .
I can just enter the amount using the key , right ?
That ’ s right . Give the machine a moment to process you request . Then take your money .
These machines aren ’ t very difficult to use . In fact , I quite like them . They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk .
Hello , is Jennifer in ?
I am sorry , you have the wrong number .
Oh , I am really sorry .
Can you give me a hand with the dishes ?
Sure . Should I wash or dry ?
I wash and you'll dry .
OK . Let's do it .
Excuse me , do you have the latest issue of Newsworld ?
Yes , this week's issue just came in . Here it is .
How about Music Madness ?
Let me check ... yes , we got the October issue a few days ago . It's on that shelf over there .
Okay , I'll take these two magazines and a copy of Today's Post .
Good afternoon , Miss . What can I do for you ?
Could you tell me my account balance ? My account number is ...
Just a moment , please . Your name ?
Emily Smith .
Here is your balance .
Thank you . I want to make a withdrawal of 150 dollars .
Here you go , Miss .
Thank you .
We will go to Luoyang for a vacation next month .
How long will you stay there ?
About one week .
Where will you live during the vacation .
In the hotel .
Have you made a reservation ?
Yes , we have .
That's OK .
You look great ! How do you stay in such good shape ?
Well , I go jogging every morning , eat a healthful diet and work out in a gymnasium twice a week .
Wow , it sounds like a lot of work . I guess I'm too lazy to do all that .
Bob from accounting is on the line . Do you want to speak with him ?
Yes , I need to talk to him .
I'll put the call through then .
Thank you .
I want to send some money to Australia . Could you handle it for me ?
Yes , madam , how much would you like to remit ?
2,000 AD $ .
Which would you like to remit , by mail or by cable ?
What is the difference between them ?
The cable will take less time for your account , in the meantime , the regular service charge is also higher than that of the mail one .
Well , I think the cable is better .
OK , please fill in the application form giving the name and address of beneficiary , your name and telephone .
All right . Here you are .
Everything is OK . The commission is 50 yuan .
Here you are . Thanks a lot .
Kate , can we change the channel ?
Why ?
This channel has so many advertisements , and it doesn't have any good TV programs .
OK . You can change it .
What about this one ? Do you like this program ?
No , I think it is very boring . Can you change it to Channel Twelve , please ?
Yes . Oh , it's a talk show .
Yeah , it's very funny . Have you ever watched it before ?
No , I haven't . This is my first time to watch it .
I'm sure you will like it .
Excuse me , is there any summer resort around the town ?
As far as I know , the nearest one is next to the Willdon .
It doesn't matter . I just want to have a relax and I don't care how far it is . Can you tell me how to get there ?
Yes , take the greyhound bus . It will lead you directly there .
Thanks a billion .
Every honored guests , welcome to Hang Thou . Now we are visiting Tiger-running Spring .
How can we relate tiger to this spot , Miss Zhang ?
Its name originates from a legend that two tigers run here and made a hole , and then a spring gushed out from it .
How ignorant I am !
The Longing Tea and the Tiger-running Spring water are always considered as the “ Two Wonders in West Lake . ”
I know that tea . It smells fragrant .
That's right . All my guests , attention please . We will have half an hour to visit the spring and take photos . And next spot will be the Moon Reflected in Three Pools .
Janice , David , come here . We take some photos here . I can't imagine how beautiful it is !
Can I give you a hand ?
Thanks .
You have been staying at home for several days . Would you like to hang out with me ?
No problem . Wait a moment .
May I speak to Mr . Baker ?
I ’ m afraid he's not in .
Will you ask him to call me collect when he ’ s back ?
Certainly . May I ask who ’ s calling , please ?
Yes , this is Cindy Wang of A & B Trading Company in New York .
I'm afraid we can't increase salary this year , money is just too title .
I'm not sure I can't agree , dan
Why not ?
Surely , there are other ways to save money .
What are you talking about , we tried everything !
I've got some great news for you !
Did you get the position you wanted ?
Yes , I'll be promoted to department manager .
I'm glad to hear that . Congratulations !
Thank you . Actually , I could not believe it at first . You know , there're so many outstanding people in our company . Many of them are qualified to fill that position .
Sure , but you really did great and outperformed the others . You deserved it !
Thank you very much .
Thank you for a lovely day . I really enjoyed it .
It was nice to have you with us .
Thank you for the picnic too . It was supper .
Not at all . It was a pleasure . Perhaps you will come out with us again while you are here .
Yes , I'd love to . Thanks again . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Hi , Customer Service Desk . What can I do for you today , sir ?
Good morning . I bought this vacuum here a few months ago . It doesn ’ t work now . Can I return it or get it fixed ?
Do you have your receipt with you ?
Yes , I do .
When did you buy it from our store ?
Four months ago .
I ’ m sorry . You can ’ t return it because too much time has passed since you purchased it . In order to receive a refund , you must return merchandise to the store within 90 days of purchase .
But the direction book says I will get one-year warranty .
Yes , I know . After 90 days , you need to call the company that manufactured the vacuum to fix it because it ’ s still under their warranty . Their phone number should be in the direction book that came with your vacuum .
Okay . I understand . I ’ ll call the Customer Service Office of the manufacturer . Thank you .
You ’ re welcome .
Excuse me , I'm looking for the Alands Morrissette album Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie .
Let's see . If we have it , it should be over there under M . ( He looks through the Cds . ) Hmm , it looks like we've sold out of that one , but we should be getting some more copies in soon . If you want , we can order it for you .
That's okay , I'll just check back later . Do you have the new Sting album ?
Yes , it's right over here .
Great . One last question . Where is your jazz section ?
Back there against that wall .
Oh , I see it . Thanks for your help .
No problem .
Excuse me . I'd like to check out , please .
Of course , sir . Did you have anything from the minibar ?
No .
Ok , the total would be $ 367 and 65 cents.How would you pay ?
By American express , if that's ok .
Of course , sir . Will you need taxi ?
That's ok . I'm expecting a lift from my friend .
Can you tell me a little bit about yourself ?
I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company or approximately 10 years .
Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills .
I am looking for a growth opportunity , which I feel is not available at my current employer . In terms of skills , I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating system
Where do you see yourself five years from now ?
I see myself in a management position .
May I help you ?
Yes , do you have sweaters ?
This way , please . How do you like this one ? It's made of cotton .
You have quite a range , haven't you ? I would like to see some other styles .
Sorry , I overslept . My clock didn't go off this morning .
Again ?
That's right , even though I did set the alarm last night .
Your clock never works . Perhaps you should buy a new one .
Well , if it breaks down again tomorrow , I'll definitely buy a new one .
I was really glad to hear about your award . Congratulations !
Thanks , Denise . Actually , I was really surprised . I mean , there were a lot of qualified people out there .
Sure . But the work you did was really exceptional ! You definitely deserved it !
Thanks a lot . I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon , too . You ’ Ve been doing some great work !
Could you tell me where you put all the pots and pans ?
They ’ re in the cabinet next to the sink .
Where do you keep the dishes , Baker ?
They ’ re in the cabinet above the dishwasher .
And the forks and spoons ?
They ’ re in that drawer .
OK , I know . Would you please help me clean the kitchen ?
No problem .
Oh hi , Linda , this is Todd .
Yes , Todd , how nice to hear your voice !
Linda , I just wanted to say that I had a wonderful evening with you last Friday .
I really enjoyed our evening together , Todd .
I had fun also and was wondering if you would like to go hiking with me in the mountains on Saturday .
Hiking would be perfect ! May I bring along a picnic lunch for us to share ?
A picnic lunch would be a nice thing to have along .
I'll work on the lunch , and you can work out the details of where we will go . What time will you be at my house ?
Nine would be good , don't you think ?
Nine is good . See you on Saturday !
Can I help you ?
I need some stamps for this letter .
What kind of stamps do you want ?
How much do I need for this letter ?
I must weigh it first . Err ... It's five grams over weigh , Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter ?
I want it registered . How much is it then ?
Registration plus overnight ... err ... seven dollars in all .
Here's a 10 - dollar bill .
Now , your receipt , and the change .
Thanks . Good-bye .
Do you want to know what really motivates Vince to be nice to me ?
OK . What ?
It isn't gratitude . It's fear . Vince is afraid I'll jump to a competitor .
You wouldn't do that . Would you ?
I might . Vince knows he needs to keep me happy .
What about your accounts ?
May I help you ?
Yes , I am wondering if I can join the sightseeing tour in your hotel .
Of course . How many people are there in your party ?
4 persons altogether .
OK , I will arrange it for you .
Thank you . Put the charge on my bills , please .
Good afternoon . Is this the Roley Hotel ?
Yes , madam . May I help you ?
Yes . I ’ m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys . I need to make a reservation for Mr . Alex Brent .
Fine , madam . When will Mr . Brent be arriving , and how many nights will he be staying ?
it's a lovely day out today , isn't it ?
it's beautiful . Enjoy it while it lasts . It's supposed to get cold tomorrow .
what's the weather forecast for tomorrow ?
it's supposed to snow early tomorrow morning and then tomorrow afternoon there's a chance of freezing rain .
that doesn't sound pretty .
do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
well , I was going to drive to Birmingham to see some friends .
you might want to change your plans . With the cold and wet weather that we're supposed to have tomorrow , the roads are going to be rather slippery .
I suppose I should . I don't like driving in dangerous weather conditions . Do you have any plans for tomorrow ?
I just have to go to class tomorrow afternoon .
if you're lucky , it'll get cancelled and you can have a snow day !
if that happens , then I'll invite you over and we can drink hot cocoa and watch movies .
that sounds like fun .
hey , look outside ! It's started to drizzle !
English weather is even more predictable than I had previously thought .
Can you tell me what's included in your warranty ?
Certainly . The product has a two-year guarantee . If it breaks down during that period we offer a replacement unit completely free of charge . Our products are very reliable but we recommend you take out an extended warranty . This covers you for a further two years .
I see . What does that include ?
It covers all parts and labour , except for normal wear and tear of course .
What sort of response time do you guarantee ?
Our engineers are on call 24 hours a day . We guarantee someone will be with you within four hours , but in practice it's often much sooner .
Are there any exclusions ?
Not really . It's a very comprehensive warranty . I ’ ll put a copy in the post to you and you can read through the small print .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like our company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
All right . If we decide to hire you , we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start . You can have Saturdays and Sundays off . Besides , you may have a paid month holiday every year . How do you think about it ?
As regards salary , I leave it to you to decide after experience of capacity .
Well , we'll give you our decision in a couple of days . It's a pleasure to talk to you , Mr . Liu .
Thank you , Mr . White . I really appreciate your assistance .
Did you ever buy food from the snack stands near our hotel ?
Yes , several times .
How do you like them ?
Not bad .
I always have the temptation to eat something there .
Then , why didn't you do that ?
I don't know how much we can trust them . Do you have any ideas ?
Some of them , I think , are not good .
It doesn't taste good ?
No , I mean some of them are not clean enough .
That's my greatest concern . But how can you tell which one is clean ?
I judge by appearances .
I got it . I think it's worth trying .
It certainly is .
I'd like to try some kebab , roasted squid , and many different appealing things .
Don't try everything at one time , please .
I see . Thank you .
I need my minibar restocked .
Everything is gone , sir ?
There's not a drop left of anything .
Is there anything in particular you want ?
Yes , the Perrier and the Jim Beam hit the spot . Let me have three more of each .
Got it . Anything else ?
I really liked the apples . Bring me a couple of apples , please .
Not a problem . Anything else ?
Oh , yes , one more thing
Someone will be up shortly with your order , sir .
I will travel to Southeast Asia this summer , so I need to exchange some US dollars . Can I get the foreign currency at any bank ?
I don't think you can . In China , our currency is not freely convertible yet .
Do you mean there is no way to get any foreign money ?
No . You can go to the Bank of China to exchange some US dollars at the current exchange rate of the day you exchange them . The maximum amount you can exchange is $ 2,000 .
Only $ 2,000 ? Are there any other ways to get the money exchanged ?
The only official way is to go to Bank of China .
I'd better take more dollars with me . It seems that I need to borrow some from my friends .
can you squeeze me in sometime today ?
That ’ s a big order , Jane . I am really swamped .
I know what you ’ re saying , but I have to go over the books with you before I go see our tax guy .
Right . Okay , let me see what I can do . How about 1:30 right after my lunch meeting ? It won ’ t take more than a half hour , will it ?
You seem to be upset . What ’ s eating you ?
It ’ s because of my son . Dick keeps getting on my nerves
Dick ? How come ? He used to be as meek as a lamb .
Yes , he used to be . But now he ’ s drifting off track .
He must have been in bad company , or he wouldn ’ t be off the beans .
Bring me some toast , please .
Would you like butter or jam on your toast or do you just want it plain ?
Spread some jam , please .
Anything to drink ?
Black coffee is fine .
Peter , it's time to get up .
Ten more minutes , mom .
What time is it now ?
It's already 3 8 o'clock .
Well , honey , wake up , or you'll be late for school .
shall we dance ?
sure . i suppose you dance much .
oh . no as a matter of fact , i haven't danced for a long time .
but i can see you dance wonderfully well .
thanks for flattering me 。 i think you dance much right ?
no , just occasionally
oh , i like this music very much , let's tango .
i'm afraid i can't dance well .
Well , it's illegal to bring food and drinks into the theater .
Too bad . I did anyway .
No wonder you brought such a big bag today .
I brought Strawberry Sticks . See ?
Those are the ones that are pre-dipped in sweet coating !
Yep . And there's real strawberry chunks in the coating .
I think that you look very cute today .
Is that right ? This is a brand new outfit .
What store did you get it from ?
I went to Macy's and picked it out .
I love your outfit right now .
Well , I think you look nice today too .
Thanks . I found these new shoes earlier at the store .
I think that those are some really nice shoes . What kind are they ?
These are Chucks .
Your shoes look really nice . How much did you get them for ?
They only cost me about forty dollars .
I'm going to go get a pair for myself .
What can I do for you ?
I'd like to be waken up tomorrow morning .
OK sir . At what time ?
Well , how long is it from here to the train station ?
If you take a taxi , it will be 20 minutes .
Then please wake me up at 7 : OO.Thank you .
Ah , ah , ah ...
All right , Bill.Here ' s your daily exercise schedule . You are to jog before breakfast .
Jog ?
Then , you are to walk to work .
Walk ?
Thirty minutes in gym at lunch time .
Oh no .
Use the stairs , never the elevator .
Oh , dear .
And three times a week , you can either swim , play racketball , or hand ball .
Oh no .
OK , you can stop now.It ' s time for the dance class .
Dance class ! I don't know how .
You will .
Oh ...
I have a reservation . My name is John Sandals .
May I see your ID , please , Mr . Sandals ?
Certainly . Here it is .
Thank you . Do you have a credit card , Mr . Sandals ?
Yes , I do . Do you accept American Express ?
Sorry , sir , just VISA or MasterCard .
Okay . Here's my VISA card .
Okay . You're in room 507 . It's a single queen-size bed , spacious , and nonsmoking . Is that suitable ?
Yes , it sounds like everything I expected .
Here's your key , sir . If you need anything , just dial 0 on your room phone .
Sandy , can you help me contact these people ?
Sure , what do you want me to tell them ?
Well , I need to confirm the time of their classes .
Ok , where can I find their telephone number ?
They are all listed here on this sheet of paper .
Is it their home , office or cell phone numbers ?
Unless it ’ s marked differently , it ’ s their home numbers .
Alright . What if I can ’ t get a hold of them by phone ?
Then , you should e-mail them with the information .
Where can I find their e-mail addresses ?
They should have then listed on their resumes .
And if there aren ’ t any e-mail addresses ?
Then send them a SMS on their cell phone .
Ok . That sounds easy enough . Have you called any of them yet ?
Yes . I called the first three people on the list , but they didn ’ t pick up .
Did you leave a voice message ?
I left a voice message on one---just for the first person on the list .
I see . What did you tell her ?
I told her that she should call me back at my office number .
Ok , so , maybe I should call her again .
Yes , that sounds like a good idea . She might not get the other message in time .
One more question . It looks like some of these numbers are long-distance . Do you have a calling card that I can use to get through to them ?
Sure . You can use this one . The pin number is written on the back of the card .
Alright . Thanks a lot . Don ’ t worry . I ’ ll take care of it .
Great work . I ’ m off for the weekend ! See you on Monday .
See you .
How long does it take to get to downtown from here ?
It is 15 minutes ' drive .
What companies do we have in our neighborhood ?
Mitsubishi , HP , IBM and many other famous corporations .
Does the 7th floor belong to our company too ?
Yes , our company has two floors , the 6th and 7th floor in this building .
It ’ s such a large firm . Do we have our own staff restaurant ?
Yes , at the end of the hall .
We came too early . There're still three hours before the performance starts .
I know . Sorry , I shouldn't have rushed you , but I just couldn't stay at home and wait .
Never mind . What about taking a look around the theater ?
Why not ? I'd love to do that .
Here we go . There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art .
Wow . Look at this . So delicate and beautiful . Did ancient Chinese people really wear them ?
Not really . They are just opera costumes . Do you like the embroidery ?
I surely do . They must have had advanced machine in ancient China to do that .
No , no , no . They are all handmade , girl . You know , the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework .
Unbelievable ! I could never do that .
Good morning . Can I see Mr Jackson , please ?
Well . Have you got his permission ?
Yes . We have an appointment at eight o ’ clock .
What ’ s your name , please ?
Robert . Philips Robert .
The environment varies greatly because of difference in language , customs and traditions .
Yes . This gap can be filled by export market research before exporting .
But the importance of the export research is often neglected by the managers .
That's right . They do not appreciate its value and consider it to be a luxury .
Therefore , when enterprises are spending a lot of money in trying to penetrate a new market , they should research whether their products can be sold at high enough a price and in a satisfactory amount .
Exactly !
Hello , I really appreciate the opportunity to interview for this position .
I was wondering if you like team projects , or projects that you work on alone .
I like to work on group projects that value and need each individual ’ s contributions .
Are you most interested in a good steady job with benefits or one that will allow you to quickly advance ?
I have children so a steady job is important but I would like a chance to advance .
How would you feel about relocating to another state ?
I could not relocate in the next year , but might be open to it in the future .
Do you know how much this job offers per year ?
A minimum of 75,000 per year .
OK , well , that ’ s all I need to know for now . If something comes up , we ’ ll be contacting you .
Hello , could I speak to Allison , please ?
I'm sorry , he's out at the moment .
When do you expect him back ?
I think he'll be back in about an hour at least .
Well , may I leave a message ?
Yes , of course .
Would you please ask him to call Chris when he gets back ?
Ok . Does he know your number ?
I'm afraid he doesn't . My mobile is 139- 2477 - 4026 .
13924774026 . All right . Thanks for calling . Oh , hang on , someone's at the door that may be him , please hold on .
I am sorry . I didn ’ t accomplish the job on time .
That ’ s all right . Everyone feels under the weather sometimes . Just finish the rest when you feel well .
Waiter !
Yes , can I help you ?
Where shall I pay the bill ?
You can pay here .
OK . How much is it all together ?
It is one hundred and fifty . This is your bill .
Is the service charge included ?
Yes .
OK , here you are .
Thank you .
Good afternoon , madam . Is there anything I can do for you ?
Yes , I spent so much time sightseeing here . It is already so late now . I am afraid I can't catch the last bus back to downtown .
Don't worry . I will try to get a taxi for you . You can take it to the bus station .
I am very grateful to your help .
Don't mention it . It is my duty .
Thanks again .
Looks like dinner's ready .
Just about .
I'm done . Can I watch TV ?
Here's some water . Take these multi-vitamins and Tylenol .
Uh ! I can't swallow them , Mom !
Your throat must be swollen .
Do I have to take them ?
Here , I'll break them up , so they're smaller . And here's some cough syrup .
Yuck !
I know , it tastes horrible . But it'll make you feel better . Try holding your nose . It won't taste as bad .
Hello , Mary .
Oh , hello , Tom ! Beautiful day , isn ’ t it ?
Yes , it is !
Excuse me , is this the Auto Consumer Loan Center ?
Yes . Is there anything I can do for you ?
Could you tell me something about the terms and interest rates for personal automobile consumer loan ?
The deadline is normally no more than 5 years with the interest adopted according to the corresponding lending rates announced by the PBC .
I plan to take the loan for 3 years .
Well , the yearly interest rate is 5.49 % for 3 years . I'm sure you are qualified to apply for this loan .
What about the loan repayment ?
You may choose a repayment pattern by consulting with our bank , for example , payment of equal amount of principal or of principal and interest on monthly installments .
Does that mean I should deposit sufficient money to my account prior to the monthly payment date so that you can directly deduct the repayment of the principal and interest ?
Exactly . You are permitted to effect and early payment in part or in full with the consent of our bank .
That's very thoughtful of you . Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
You really need to look at some of the problems we are having with the apartment .
That apartment never had any problems before . Are you sure the problem isn ’ t you ?
We spoke with you the first week we moved in about things that you promised to fix .
Where do you think you have problems ?
There is no hot water , the bedroom has a broken window , and there are rats in the kitchen .
You know , no one else who has been in that apartment has had a problem before .
You are obligated to maintain your building and my apartment .
I will fix these problems when I get around to it .
I will be withholding my rent check this Friday unless these problems are addressed immediately .
You can ’ t do that ! It ’ s illegal !
I can ’ t believe these skirts are so cheap .
I know and they are really nice , too .
I ’ ll have to get a couple in different colors .
Me , too .
Buy them now though , or they might not still be here tomorrow .
Good idea , especially at this price .
Taxi !
Yes , sir . Where to ?
Wangfujing , please !
All right .
Oh , I like the music on your radio . It's nice .
Thank you ! I always tune to this program when driving . So what's your favorite program ?
I like Winner's English very mush . You know the Beijing Olympic Games is right around the corner . We should learn English Well . It's on FM 96.6 , China Business Radio . You can get it on your radio too .
But I don't speak English at all .
That's OK . The program is especially for the beginners like us .
Really ? When is it on ?
It begins at 6:40 every morning , and it goes for 20 minutes .
Thank you so much . I'll try and catch that .
The radio has brought us lots of convenience .
Yes , I can also learn about the traffic condition through it .
With the development of the society and technology , radio is nearly everywhere .
So we should take the advantage of it .
I ’ m thinking about getting a pet , but I ’ m really not sure which animal would be suitable . Could you give me some advice ?
Certainly ! The first thing is to be honest about how much time for you can devote to your pet . Dogs are very demanding . You need to take them for walks and they love to play . Cats , on the other hand , are more independent .
I ’ m fairly busy , so I really need an animal that I don ’ t need to care of very much . Actually , I ’ d like a pet that ’ s a little unusual . I don't ’ really want a typical pet , like a cat , dog , or hamster . Do you have any suggestions ?
Unusual pet are often more expensive to keep . Is that a problem ?
Not really . By the way , I don ’ t want a pet that could be dangerous , like a tarantula or rattlesnake .
We have those , but I only sell them to people I know well , for obvious reasons . How about a lizard ? I have some that are very brightly coloured , are not aggressive , and are easy to feed and look after .
That sounds ideal . Could you show me some ?
Sure . Come over here . As you can see , I have a wide selection of species . They can live together , if you want lizards of different kinds . Do you have a favourite colour ?
I like the red one . What do they eat ?
You can feed them on various things . They will eat small pieces of meat , but I ’ d recommend insects . You can get them from your garden , but remember that lizards eat a lot insects . I sell them here .
Thanks a lot . What I ’ ll do si find out more online and drop by next week .
That ’ s fine . You shouldn ’ t make a hasty decision when choosing a pet .
I'd like to make sure my plane reservation is in order .
May I have your flight number , please ?
World Airlines , Flight 201 .
And your name , please ?
John Anderson .
Yes , sir . You're booked on Flight 201 , leaving in one hour .
Thank you .
I really think if I can get my foot in the door at this company it will do wonders for my career . Do you think you can help me polish my interview style ?
Sure . Doing your homework and preparing for an interview really pays off .
I ’ Ve researched the company and think I ’ m perfect for the job but I ’ m not sure how to get it across to them .
Well first you have to have more confidence.Employers look for people who are interested , enthusiastic and sure of themselves .
I know I have what it takes but Im worried that my work experience won ’ t sufficient . Should I inflate my experience ?
No , you should always be upfront and honest about your weaknesses . However by focusing on your strong points and maintaining a positive attitude about your abilities , you can take the attention
After I am accepted for unemployment benefits , what will happen next ?
You will receive a Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter .
What will that tell me ?
The Award Letter will tell you how much you will receive weekly .
Are there any other forms that I need to fill out ?
You will need to fill out a Continued Claim Form every two weeks .
What information will I need to provide on that form ?
They will need to know where you worked and how much money you made .
Are there any other questions on the form ?
Basically , they want to know that you were available for work and not sick .
Hello , I was wondering if I could talk with the apartment manager .
I am the apartment manager . How can I help you ?
I was wondering if the apartment on Main Street is still available .
Yes , it's still vacant . Are you interested in seeing it ?
Yes , I would love to see the apartment .
I will be at the apartment today at 6
Yes , I can be there at 6 .
Great . I'll see you at 6 . Do you know where it is ?
Yes , I have a friend who lives in that neighborhood .
I'll be bringing an application form .
OK , should I bring anything with me ?
No . I might need to see your ID card , but that's about it .
Good morning , Miss .
Good morning . Could you tell me where I can find the Clothing Department ?
On the left of the elevator of the 3rd floor .
I ’ d like to buy a woolen vest for my grandpa .
I ’ m sure you can find your favorite there .
Thank you very much .
It ’ s my honor .
I'm ready to place an order with you , but only one condition that the goods are confined to Australia . Can you do that ?
Well , I haven't made such arrangements with the factory yet . So I'd like to make sure if it is acceptable to the factory before making a commitment to you .
All right , but I'm busy . How long will it be before you can finish the talk ?
I won't be too long , I suppose . Just let me ring them , will you ?
Go ahead .
Thank you .
Holly ? Holly Madison , is that you ? You look great ! You haven't changed a bit .
Uh ... Andrew . Hello . I can't quite remember you .
It's me . The D-man ! I sat behind you in English . Are you and Taylor still dating ?
Um ... we never were . We're just friends .
Well , if you're not seeing anyone , maybe we could ...
... I am seeing someone . This is Yi-jun , my ...
Excuse me . What's the actual flight time from here to San Francisco ?
It's about twelve hours .
Can you tell me what time we're arriving ?
Sure . Let me see ... at 6:15 a . m . local time .
I see .
And that'll be 10:15 p . m . Beijing time .
I am dropping off my prescription to get it filled .
You can come back in twenty minutes , and it will be ready .
If I couldn ’ t wait , could the prescription be mailed to me ?
Yes , you can have it delivered or filled at any location in our HMO .
When should I take this medication ?
You need to take it at bedtime .
Should I take this medicine on an empty stomach ?
Don ’ t mix alcohol with this medication , but you can take it with or without food .
What are the side effects of this medication ?
You might feel a little dizzy at first , but it should pass .
What ’ s your working day like ?
I have a typical 9 to 5 job . Actually , I work a little longer than 9 to 5 most days .
Do you get paid onetime ?
No , I don ’ t . I get a bonus each month , depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients .
Do you have any breaks ?
We have an hour-long lunch break form 12 to 1 . we can take coffee breaks during the day . My boss doesn ’ t mind , as long as we get out work done on time .
My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks . I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork , doesn ’ t it ?
There ’ s some paperwork , but most of the time we put any information onto computers . Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network . Do you work in a cubicle ?
Yes , I do . I don ’ t like it very much .
I work in a cubicle too , but I I don ’ t mind it .
Hello ! My name is Sandals , I have a reservation .
May I see your identification , please , sir ?
Here you are .
Thanks . Do you have a credit card , sir ?
Of course . Will American Express do ?
I'm very sorry , sir . We accept only VISA or MasterCard .
No problem . Here's my VISA .
Thanks . Room 507 is a spacious , nonsmoking room , with a queen bed . Does that meet your expectations ?
Yes , that sounds like what I want .
That's wonderful , sir . Now , here's your key . Should you need anything , just dial 0 .
Are you ready to order , madam ?
I'm on a diet . So I have to avoid food containing too much fat . Do you have vegetarian dishes ?
Yes , We do have some choices for ladies like you . What about some green salad ?
Does it taste good ?
Sure . It's a popular dish among young ladies .
I think I'll try it .
We have three kinds of dressings for salad . Italian , French and Thousand Island . Which one would you like ?
French , please .
OK . Do you want to order something else ?
Milan Style Macaroni . Don't put sugar or salt on it , please .
Hello , is John in ?
No , can I take a message ?
No , I'll call back later .
All right .
Mom , what are we going to make tonight ?
Curry and rice . What do you think ?
That sounds nice . I can peel the potatoes first .
Really ! Oh , honey , you are so sweet . I'll chop up this carrot .
Mom , the water is boiling !
Honey , just turn down the stove .
Do you live in the red house at the end of the road ?
Yes , I live in that house with my parents and my sister .
We also have a cat and a dog .
Do you take your dog for a walk every day ?
No . My father takes the dog for a walk every Monday , Tuesday and Sunday .
And I take the dog for a walk every Wednesday , Thursday and Friday .
Who takes the dog on Saturday ?
On Saturday we all go to the park and the dog comes with us .
Do you help with the housework ?
My mum and my sister do the housework and cooking but I clean my room .
That is a long line .
Yes indeed . It has a very strict inspection so it takes a pretty long Be for everyone .
A lot of things are prohibited to take on the plane ?
Yes , a lot . Stuffs which are explosive , radioactive and poisonous are forbidden .
Understand . Do I need to take out my laptop from my suitcase ?
Yes , you do . And you need to put out liquid items and your laptop in the box for inspection .
That is really strict .
Yes , absolutely . But this is for everyone's sake , so we should do it as needed .
Hello , Fred . What are you doing ?
I'm doing the business online .
Can you tell me the concept of e-commerce ? Now , many people mentioned the word , ' e-commerce ' , in front of me .
E-commerce , or Electronic Commerce is the practice of purchasing and selling products or services over the Internet .
What kinds of channels can you use in e-commerce ?
We can complete a trade by email , electronic data interchange and smart cards , and so on .
What are the benefits of e-commerce ?
Firstly , it can overcome the geographic limitation . And secondly , e-commerce can lower the internal costs . And thirdly , people like us , can also open stores on Internet .
How things have changed now !
Anything else ?
Yes , one last thing . How much holiday time do you give your employees every year ?
Our employees receive fifteen days of paid vacation every year . If you don ’ t use the full fifteen days , they carry over to the following year .
How about sick days ?
You get five paid sick days .
Any other benefits ?
Yes , we have an excellent retirement plan and medical insurance as well .
Great . Thanks so much for your time .
We ’ ll contact you soon , Ted . Thanks for coming in .
Hello , sir . What can we do for you today ?
I'd like a trim .
Would you like your hair washed as well ?
No , thanks .
Okay , have a seat over here . How do you want it cut ?
Cut it short in the front , but leave it long in the back . Leave just a little over the ears .
All right .
Good afternoon , Mrs.Vale.Please sit down .
Thank you .
Did you work as a salesperson before , Mrs.Vale ?
Only as a clerk in a store .
I see . Well , consulting is a little different .
I'm a quick leamer , Mr.Jenkins .
Umm hmm.Do you have a diver's license ?
Yes , and I'm a very good driver .
Fine.We provide a company car for our consultants .
Do I have to travel a lot ?
Oh yes-five days a week.You have to visit customers all over the territory .
But how will I get to know the products ?
You'll have to attend a three-week course . If you do well , the job is yours .
How much is the salary ?
Starting salary is $ 150 a week-plus commissions , of course .
How much commission do your consultants get ?
Five percent .
Well , I'm very interested in the job .
Fine.The next course starts a week from tomorrow .
Thank you .
Good luck to you .
Have you decided where to go for the vacation ?
I will join John in his mountaineering trip .
Woo cool . Which mountain are you going to conquer ?
We haven't made up our minds . Will you come with us ?
Of course , I will .
May I see the manager of your company ?
I am.What can I do for you ?
Form your company's advertisement in the TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY , I learn that you are a foreign trade company of good service . I am interested in it.Here is my resume , ma'am .
Very good , you majored in International Trade ?
Yes , I will graduate from the People's University of China this July majoring in International Trade.Besides , at school , I am a top student.Moreover , both my spoken and written English are pretty good .
Well , for this position , we prefer experienced employees , Those who have just graduated from university , they are supposed to start by working as an intern for at least half a year .
I think I ' m qualified for the job if I can be given the chance.While at school , I once worked as part-time translator in a company and salesperson with a textile company for two years.And I don't mind being paid less from the start , I just want to enrich my experience and competence .
Good.That is the kind of man we are looking for.By the way , do you like traveling ? Our sales representatives need to travel a lot .
Yes , I do . I like traveling very much .
Are you willing to work for extra hours ?
Of course , I'll try my best.When can I start working ?
What about next Monday ?
Great.Let ' s start next week.Thank you , ma'am .
Well , see you next monday .
Excuse me . Do you mind telling me the time when the recruitment will officially start ?
It will be held on October 15th .
Should I arrive early or on time ?
You'd better be early in case that you may be late because of traffic jam . That will put you in a insurmountable place .
How do you like your overcoat , sir ?
It's a bit too large . Would you please shorten the sleeves ?
OK , no problem . Let me take your measurement .
Besides , can you take up the hem one inch ?
Fine .
We need a person who knows how to operate and repair all kinds of office appliances .
I used to hold a similar job for six years .
So you're quite confident in your experience and skill
I think so .
Yes , sir.May I help you ?
Please I'd like a ticket to New York .
For today ?
No , early saturday morning .
We have a flight that we'll put you there at ten AM.Is that ok ?
Nothing earlier ? I prefer flight at nine thirty .
I'm afraid not , unless you want a night flight .
No , exactly not
How about afternoon ?
Sounds not good . I won't take it .
We have settled the question of price , quality and quantity . Now I am calling to talk about the terms of payment . What are your terms of payment ?
Well . We only accept the payment to be made by confirmed and irrevocable L \ C , payable against shipping documents .
I see . Payment by LC is the safest method , but could you make an exception and accept DA or DP ?
I'm afraid not . That is our usual practice , because we are sure we will get the right amount of money that way .
What about the cost of delivery ?
We would like to do it in accordance with an F . O . B .
What may I help you with ?
I need to file a complaint .
What is your complaint about ?
I got robbed .
When did this happen ?
It happened this morning .
What was taken ?
My wallet and cell phone .
Did you get a good look at the person who robbed you ?
I sure did .
Would you able to pick him out of a line-up ?
That shouldn't be a problem .
Dad , I ’ d like to borrow some money .
Sure , Johnny , how much do you need ? five bucks ?
Come on , Dad , I need thirty thousand . I wanna get into the market . You know , I ’ m tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn , the inevitable recession , people stuffing their money in their mattresses . I look at this as an opportunity . This is a chance for me to get a jump start on building my nest egg .
I don ’ t know about that.with all the uncertainty in the markets right now , it would be a very unwise decision to invest . I don ’ t know if you ’ re aware son , but there has been a lot of turmoil in the markets recently . There have already been half a million layoffs in the last few months , and we have no idea how the proposed stimulus package will impact the economy . There ’ s just too much instability . I wouldn ’ t feel comfortable investing in this climate .
But look at it this way , every challenge is an opportunity.And anyway , I ’ m not talking about investing in the domestic market . There are emerging markets that promise great returns . Look at China , for example.they have 1.4 billion people , half a billion of whom have recently entered the middle class . Here alone , the aggregate demand for consumer goods represents an amazing wealth generating opportunity .
Come on , son , you ’ re looking at this too naively , the Chinese market has exhibited a great deal of instability , and their currency has been devalued by almost a whole percentage point .
Fine , then ! If that ’ s the way you feel , so be it . But you ’ re losing out on a great opportunity here . I ’ m going to go hit up Mum for the cash .
Could you tell me a little about the organization ? For example , how big is your workforce here ?
Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing . The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff .
I see . And how about the working hours ?
Well , as you know Rebecca , in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five . You could be on call at any time . We do have to work very unsociable hours at times .
Well I am used to that , Mr . Parsons , so that ’ s not really a shock for me .
Good , as long as you understand that .
And when do you need to fill the vacancy , Mr . Parsons ?
Yesterday ! But no , we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month .
That sounds ideal .
Smells good ! What ’ s for breakfast ?
Well , since we are getting up so late , I decided to make a big breakfast !
Nice ! Brunch !
Kind of , so I made scrambled and soft boiled eggs , some french toast and buttermilk pancakes !
Wow ! You really went all out ! Did you make any coffee ?
Yeah , just the way you like it ! I also put out some cereal and muesli if you feel like having something more light .
Looks good ! I ’ ll squeeze us some fresh orange juice .
Get the jam and butter while you are in there ! Oh ! And don ’ t forget the syrup !
Come on , fellows . Let's enjoy my wife's cooking !
Em , it's delicious !
Thank you ! My wife likes cooking very much .
You're lucky .
Our advertisement says English competence is a key requirement of this position . Then how do you think of your proficiency in written and spoken English ?
I have learned English for 10 years , and I have passed College English Test Band 4 and 6.My spoken English is fairly good enough to express myself fluently .
What other foreign language do you speak ?
I did self-study of Japanese in college , and I can carry on some simple conversations in Japanese .
Why did you apply for the position ?
I learned from your ad.That you will provide on-the-job training for new employees.This is just what I need , because I'm a recent college graduate . I have the necessary knowledge and skills but I lack experience .
What do you hope to become ?
I want to prove my true value in the electronic industry , and hopefully in the near future I would be promoted to a higher position .
Well , thank you for coming.We ' ll let you know as soon as possible .
Linda , would you care for some candies or cookies ?
No , don't try to tempt me . I'm becoming chubby , and I have to slim down .
You are not really chubby . You are actually thin enough .
I don't think so . I know I've put on weight this winter .
So you are watching your weight , aren't you ?
Yes , to tell you the truth . I am on a diet .
How about your grades of study ?
I had been doing quite well . In all subjects , I got excellent scores .
Well . In that case , you must have got good records in English , too .
Yes , I was the top student among my classmates .
How about your oral English ?
Quite well . I took the National English Speaking Contest in CCTV 2008 and I got first place .
Excuse me , I'd like to have these pants I bought here yesterday altered . Here's my receipt .
Certainly , sir . What would you like done to them ?
They're a little bit too long , so I'd like about half an inch taken off them .
All right , sir . They should be ready for you by tomorrow afternoon .
Thank you very much .
It's our pleasure .
Hi , Doris . I hear you are going to the United States next week .
So I am .
When did you get your passport ?
I got it last week .
How long is it valid ?
It's valid for 5 years . I am planning to do a doctor ’ s degree during my stay there .
Good . Good luck to you !
Thank you very much .
Hi , how are you ?
It's nice to meet you . Thanks for coming .
It's my pleasure .
I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter .
Is she acting up in class ?
Not at all . She's a joy to have in my class .
Is she really ?
She is absolutely wonderful .
So she isn't causing you any problems ?
No . She is actually very intelligent and well behaved .
I'm glad to know that you like her .
You have nothing to worry about with her .
Good afternoon , ladies . May I help you ?
Can we have two adjoining double rooms , sir ?
Have you made a reservation , ladies ?
I'm afraid not .
One moment , please . I have to check if there are rooms available . I'm sorry , ladies . We have only two double rooms available but they are on different floors . Would you mind that ?
We prefer on the same floor because we will probably chat late at night .
Then may I suggest a family suite ? We have just had a cancellation .
What is it like ?
It's a big room with a king-size double bed and two single beds . We could also add rollaways .
That's great ! How much is it ?
Two thousand hongkong dollars per night plus ten percent service charge and five percent government government tax .
That's fine .
But ladies , the room is not yet ready . There will be a delay of about half an hour . Perhaps you could fill in the registration form first , and then rest in our lobby for a while . We will let you know when the room is ready .
Alright , hanks .
Ladies , hotel policy requires one night's room charge as deposit .
Do you take traveler's checks ?
Yes , we do , madam . Thank you , madam . Here's our welcome brochure with all the information of our facilities . My name is Johnny . If you need any help at all , do let me know . I'm at your service .
May I come in ?
Yes , please .
How are you doing , Madam ? My name is During . I am coming to your company for an interview as requested .
Fine , thank you for coming . Mr . Wu , Please take a seat . I am Anne Smith , the assistant manager .
Nice to see you , Mrs . Smith .
Nice to meet you , too .
Hello , I brought a lap-top computer with me . Do you know how can I use the internet in my room ?
Well , right now , we can't afford internet use in the rooms . But you can go to the web bar in our hotel . It's on the 12 floor .
Thank you . I think I will go there .
Hello , I wish to speak to Mr.Zhang .
This is he speaking .
Oh , how do you do , Mr.Zhang ? This is Mary speaking , I have a present for you from Wu of Beijing .
Oh , thank you .
Mr.Wu had told me that you were coming to Changchun . May I call on you at your hotel tomorrow ?
Yes , it's all right . Shall we say two in the afternoon ?
Great . Then I'll be at your hotel at two .
All Right .
How could I get there ?
The hotel is near to People's Square . Its name is Bai Ju Hotel .
what's your room number ?
It's Room 302 on the third floor . But I'll be waiting for you in the lobby , If you can't find me , please page me .
I'll do that , Mr.Zhang , See you tomorrow .
See you !
Where do you come from ?
I come from Greece .
What's the climate like in your country ?
It's very pleasant .
What's the weather like in spring ?
It's often windy in March . It's always warm in April and May , but it rains sometimes .
What's it like in summer ?
It's always hot in June , July and August . The sun shines every day .
Is it cold or warm in autumn ?
It's always warm in September and October . It's often cold in November and it rains sometimes .
Is it very cold in winter ?
It's often cold in December , January and February . It snows sometimes .
It's your turn to go first .
I went first last time .
No , Mary went first last time .
Oh , Okay .
Excuse me . Could you please tell me how to get to the nearest cinema ?
Turn left at the second light . You can't miss it .
Will it take me long to get there ?
No . It's not far at all .
Thank you very much .
That's all right . Have a good day .
Nice to meet you , sir . I come from New Times Clothes Company . We learnt that your exhibits on the Trade Fair in Shanghai this month were marvelous . Would you please quote the price ?
Before we discuss the price , may I ask you what kind of exhibits you are interested in ?
Your summer clothes for white-collar and men's jackets .
Can you give us a rough idea of the quantity you require ? It is generally known that the price varies according to the quantity .
That is to say , 10000 sets for the one of white-collar and 5000 for men's jackets .
In that case , our offer for the white-collar series is US $ 200 , and the other is US $ 300 per set .
Do you quote CIF or FOB ?
We usually quote on a CIF basis and a commission of five percent for you . You will find our price is most competitive .
What are your terms of payment ?
Letter of credit at sight .
Another question . Could you tell me the earliest possible time of shipment ?
Within a month after your letter of credit reaches us .
Well , I got all the point . All the decision will be made since I get the approval from my supervisor .
OK ! I expect you to accept our general terms and conditions of trade . We believe that through our cooperation , large transactions will be brought to speedy conclusion .
Welcome . Can I help you ?
Do you have any postcards ?
Yes , here are what we have exclusively for our guests .
Can I have one each ?
Sure . Take as much as you want . They are free gifts from this shop .
Is there anywhere I can buy some more cards with beautiful scenery ?
Please try the shop there . They might have them .
Are their cards free , too ?
No , their cards are for sale .
So what do you think of my new dress ?
I think it ’ s great ! I really like the color , and it goes really well with your eyes . I ’ Ve actually been eyeing that dress at Maxine ’ s for a while now , but I wasn ’ t sure I could afford ninety-five dollars for a dress at the moment .
Um , ninety-five dollars ?
Yes , that ’ s the price they were advertising it at . I was hoping it might go on sale soon . Why , how much did you pay for it ?
I bought it for one hundred and forty-five dollars at Helen ’ s Boutique . I didn ’ t know I could get it cheaper somewhere else .
Of course ! Everything at Helen ’ s is overpriced , and they sell things that you can find at almost every other clothing store ! Why didn ’ t you shop around ?
I don ’ t know , I just saw the dress and thought about how pretty it looks and how much I wanted it . I guess I was too impulsive .
Long time no see , George !
Yes , a very long time .
What brings you here ?
I'm here on vacation .
Hello , this is ABC Corporation . May I help you ?
Yes , I ’ m enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today ’ s newspaper . Is this position still open ?
Yes , but do you have any experiences as a sales manager ?
Yes , I have a lot of previous experiences in sales . I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university .
That sounds fine . Please give me your name and phone numbers . I ’ ll set up an appointment for an interview for you . It will most likely be in a couple of days . Is it all right for you ?
Yes , my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870 .
Thank you .
I need to find a new furniture set for my living room .
Where are you going to find one ?
I have no idea .
Do you want to know where I bought mine ?
Where'd you get it from ?
I got it from IKEA .
How much did it cost you ?
It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set .
Is the furniture sturdy ?
The furniture is built extremely well .
I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good .
Well , trust me . The quality is fantastic .
Which one of them is Marys brother ?
The one with a very big nose .
I'd like to meet him.Will you introduce him to me ?
OK .
What should be put in my education background ?
You are expected to write the educational experience about your high school and college , even the time span .
What do you mean by ' job intentions ' ?
Job intentions refer to the kind of job you are eager to get , for example , accounting , marketing .
What date would you like to depart , sir ?
Do you have any seats for September 16th ?
Let's see ... I'm afraid the 16th is fully booked . But I have seats for the 17th .
The 17th will be fine .
And what date will you be returning ?
Hmm , I guess on the 28th .
Okay , you ' re booked on American Airlines flight 710 , departing JFK at 6:40 p . m . on September 17th . Your return flight is flight 711 , departing London ' s Heathrow Airport at 11:15 a . m . on September 28th .
Sounds good . Thanks a lot .
Hilton hotel , may I help you ?
We would like to book a table for 6 at 7:00 in the evening .
OK , sir . We will arrange one for you .
Can we bring drinks by ourselves ?
Sorry , sir . It's not allowed in our hotel .
All right . Thank you .
Hello . This is Dr . Galas Office . Can I help you ?
Yes . I ’ d like to make an appointment with Dr . Galas . Could you arrange it for me ?
Sure . Let me check his schedule . How about tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 ?
I ’ m not available tomorrow afternoon . How about tomorrow morning ?
I ’ m sorry . Dr . Galas is fully engaged tomorrow morning . How about the day after tomorrow at 9:30 in the morning ?
That ’ s fine . Thanks .
You ’ re welcome . Could I have your name and phone number , please ?
Certainly . My name is Janet Smith , and my phone number is 610-555-1234 .
Very good , Ms . Smith . I have scheduled an appointment for you on Wednesday at 9:30 am .
Thank you very much .
You ’ re welcome .
What do you think of the project ?
Very interesting . Thank you for bringing it to us .
Are you interested in making this investment ?
We haven't decided yet , we will let you know if we do .
David , how is your interview ?
I was nervous at that time . What about you ?
Just fine . I tried to answer every question raised by HR carefully . I found some answering skills are useful . These questions are different from exams .
We can have a rest now after this tough interview .
Don't be rush . It is suggested to write a letter for the Personnel Department of Future Clothes Company .
Sounds like a good idea . And I think this can leave deep impression to HR . How can we write a suitable letter ?
Just to show your gratitude to the chance and tell them your impression on the company . And you can mention some details in your own interview to remind them of you .
I am getting to know your meaning .
Good morning , I made an appointment with Dr . Smith , but I have to change it .
When you made your appointment , what day did you choose ?
My appointment was on Wednesday .
At what time was that appointment ?
It was for 4
I can see the appointment that you had . What day do you need to change to ?
I want to change to next Tuesday .
What time would you prefer ?
I would prefer three o ’ clock in the afternoon .
I will put you down for that time . Thank you for calling to reschedule .
Can I help you ?
En , I am looking for a porter , do you know where I can find one ?
There are so many here.The men with red hats are the porters .
What's the charge ?
Well , it depends how many pieces of luggages you have .
Thank you .
Have you read the new rules about using cell phone at work ?
Yes , not bad . Like turn your cell phone ringer off and find a private place to make calls which it ’ s showing your respect to your co-workers .
Well , but for this one , don ’ t bring your cell phone to meetings , I think it is not reasonable . What if there are some important calls ?
Well , this one is not compulsory . It is just suggestion .
I didn ’ t pay attention to that .
Do you think we should travel by bus or by train ?
It's a difficult choice.The train is a little faster , but much more expensive .
We could face delays if we travel by bus , thanks to traffic jams .
Buses are more cramps and you can't walk around .
That's true.But I feel that I see more when I travel by bus .
Really ? I think you see more traveling by train .
So which form of transport do you prefer to use ?
I prefer going by train , even though it costs more .
Ok , then we'll go by train . I'm sure we'll have a good journey.Shall we go to the station and buy the tickets ?
The trains aren't usually full.We can get them on the day we travel.We should buy return tickets , because they are much cheaper than getting 2 singles .
We should take a packed lunch on the journey.The food they sell on the trains is always expensive .
Did you hear about Lulu ?
No , what ?
She and Vic broke up and now she ’ s asked for a transfer .
Get out of here ! I didn ’ t even know they were dating !
No one really did . They were very discreet and professional at the office .
Here's a model of our latest design . What do you think of it ?
Well , I'm not too happy about it .
What's wrong with it ?
Well , I'm afraid it's not at all what I wanted . You haven't really followed my instructions.It ' ll have to be done again .
Oh , dear !
Hello , this is the International Youth Hotel . How can I help you ?
oh , yes . I want to check whether you still have any vacancies . I need three single rooms for next Monday .
ok . There're vacancies . Since the peak season is coming , it's advisable to book soon . Would you like to make a reservation now ?
yes , please . Do you take credit cards ?
yes , we accept all major credit cards .
and how about Internet access ?
there's free Internet access in the lobby .
is it available in the rooms ?
Unfortunately not .
that's OK . Is breakfast included ?
yes , breakfast is included and parking is available .
fantastic . Thank you very much .
you're welcome . And we have 24 hour reception . Please don't hesitate to call anytime if you have any further questions .
I have been very busy this year , working late , often taking work home and taking no vacation . I feel exhausted .
You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit . You worked so hard .
You are right . For the past few weeks , I had no appetite and couldn ’ t sleep well . What ’ s worse my back started aching this Monday . It is time for me to take a vacation .
What sort of shopping is nearby , Mr . Taylor ?
Call me John . This is a great area of the city for shopping . There ’ s a grocery store just around the corner .
What about things other than food ?
Well , the Riverside Mall has 200 stores in it , including four major department stores .
Are there small shops near here as well ?
Yes , on 4th street , near the movie theater there are many specialty shops , including clothing boutiques .
Well , that sounds just wonderful .
Yes , it ’ s a really nice neighborhood .
Now darling , I know that we've bought this house together , but it's just going to be far too expensive to decorate it . I think we should sell it .
Oh , no , Nathan , I ... I really think we've bought this flat at the right time , you know.Market prices are going to go up , and I think you'll find in a year or two it will be worth a lot more .
But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating . I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished .
But don't you like this place ? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely .
Well , only you liked it really , darling .
Oh , why didn't you say so then ? But I still think we've made a good buy .
Hi , Bob , everything okay ?
More or less . There's just one thing bothering me .
Oh ? What's that ?
Well , you know I have some students studying for their master's degree . One of them tried to give me a gift that kinda made me uneasy .
What gift ?
It's an Egyptian carpet . The student came to my office the other day and brought the carpet to show his gratitude . Seeing what gift was , I was really uncomfortable . I mean it's too expensive a gift for a student to give a professor . I don't think I've done anything to deserve that gift , so I refused it .
You refused the gift ? That's terrible .
I know , but I really can't accept such an expensive gift . I explained to him why , but he seemed really upset about it . I think he might have taken it the wrong way .
Perhaps . He probably thinks you considered the gift a bribe for a higher grade .
That's what I am worried about . I do understand the respect attached with the gift and I am honored . But I really don't think it's proper for a student to spend a fortune on a gift for a professor . I think we need to have a talk to make sure we are on the same page .
I've been looking for a swimming pool , but I haven't found one yet .
We have no pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in our gym .
Swim stations ? Could you be a little more explicit ?
You know how you run on a treadmill but don't go anywhere ? Well , it's the same thing .
Gee , that's a great idea . Now , how much do I have to pay ?
The stations are absolutely free to guests , sir .
Great ! Now , when can I go down there and use the stations ?
The swim stations are open daily from 7 a . m . to 10 p . m .
Boy , oh boy ! I can't wait to change into my swim trunks .
Be warned , sir . At certain hours the swim stations are very crowded .
Hi . Today , I am the interviewer for your visa application .
OK . Here is my application form and all the documents .
Can you tell me why do you want a visa to America ?
Because I want to have a view of the exotic landscapes to extend my views and understanding of the world .
OK . Do you plan to go to America all by yourself or with your family ?
Myself .
Have you finished all you preparation ?
Yes . Everything is ready .
What a pity you are leaving so soon . I wish you could stay a few more days . Sir , can you deliver a speech for us ?
Dear friends . Here , I wish to say a word of thanks for holding this send-off party for me . Actually I didn't expect at all for this . I owe a lot to all of you here . It's been 5 days since I came to visit here . Time really flies . I feel grateful for your welcome and help in the five days . I will miss you while I am leaving . Let's keep in touch in any way . What's more , to the success of our face-to-face meeting , to the upcoming cooperation of our two companies , bottom up !
Cheers ! And we are honored to have such an honored guest today . Mr . James , I hope we will meet somewhere in the near future .
Madam , we also welcome you to visit our company . I hope you can also bring your family there to have a look of our company . In this way , we will know each other better .
Definitely ! Thank you !
I have been thinking of buying a house and would like to speak with you .
I have time to speak with you . Where would you like to purchase your house ?
I am most interested in Pasadena or Arcadia , but would be open to other suggestions .
How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need ?
We have several generations of family living in our household and so need a very large home .
Do you need to be located in a particular school district ?
It doesn ’ t matter , as we do not have any children .
Is a view important to you , or would you rather be located on a lakeshore lot ?
In a perfect world , we would like a home with a view of the lake .
Thank you for all of the information . I will help you find the perfect house for you .
Waiter .
Would you like anything else ?
No , thanks . Please bring us the bill .
All right . And do you want to separate bills or just one single bill ?
Separate bills , please .
Here is your bill . It comes to 80 yuan . And yours is 60 yuan .
Here you are . Thank you
If this coat doesn't fit , may I bring it back later ?
Sorry , We don't take returns on sale items .
What are the attractions of that city ?
It's famous for beautiful countryside with clean air .
Oh , that's what I am looking for . Do you have a reduction for 6 persons ?
Yes , sir . We offer a 10 % discount for groups more than 5 .
I would like to order a waistcoat .
Have you chosen the material ?
Yes , I want it to made of tweed .
Fine . And the charge is $ 100 .
When will it be available ?
Next Wednesday .
Hi , I'm George . I'll be your waiter this evening . Are you ready to order or do you need a few more minutes ?
I'm ready now . I'd like the roast chicken and a side order of corn .
And would you like an appetizer before your meal ? The soup of the day is our delicious tomato soup .
I'll pass on the soup , but I'd like a garden salad .
Can I get you anything to drink ?
Yes , I'd like a glass of iced tea .
Okay . I'll be back in a minute with your drink and salad .
Thank you .
What is your salary at present ?
My present pay is 100,000 Yuan per year .
What are your salary expectations now ?
I like to be paid more than that . Hopefully , 120,000 Yuan per year .
That's a little more than we had planned .
I think you'll find I'm worth that .
I can only offer you 110,000 Yuan a year . Raises will be given after a three-month probation according to your performance . Is that satisfactory ?
Yes , it is quite reasonable .
Excuse me . I've been waiting for my main dish for quite a time .
Yes , sir.Just a minute , please , I'll check with the kitchen .
Thank you for waiting.It takes another ten to fifteen minutes , I'm afraid .
We have an appointment in half an hour .
I see .
Do you have anything else I can have instead ?
Well , yes.How about beef stew ? We can serve you at once .
I'll take beef stew , then .
Hi , Sally ! You are talking to the proud father of a new baby girl !
Congratulations , Bob ! That ’ s great news , what ’ s her name ?
We ’ Ve named her Alice after my wife ’ s grandmother .
That ’ s a pretty name . Give your wife my best !
Excuse me , can you tell me where is the taxi stand ?
You can find one at the end of the street .
Are there any signs there ?
No.but there are quite many cars .
Thank you .
Would Dr.Black be able to see me at 9:00 a . m . tomorrow ?
I'm sorry , but she won't have any openings until 11:00 , unless there's a cancellation .
Would 1 : OO p . m . be convenient ?
Yes , she's free then .
Oh ! ! ! I have a horrible toothache .
You should go to the dentist .
I hate dentists .
Well , suffer then . If you have a toothache , you have to go to the dentist .
It always hurts . I hate going .
Stop being such a baby . If it really hurts that much , just let them knock you out .
O . K . , O . K . , I ’ ll go .
Good . You feel better after you do .
Sally , you look so corporate ! What interview do you have today ?
Amalgamated Trading Company . It's Swiss . Don't you think working at a foreign company would be glamorous ?
Yeah , I guess so . I've never actually heard of this one , but ...
Well , it's small , but it's a young , dynamic , rapidly-growing company with a progressive , humanistic philosophy .
You didn't read their brochure or anything , did you ?
Four times . I'm totally prepared . Oh , no ! I forgot to take off my nail polish ! And I have to be there in 15 minutes ! That's it . I blew it .
Well , they are progressive and humanistic-maybe they don't care about nail polish ... uh ... even blue nail polish . Just keep your confidence up and you'll do great .
But the competition is fierce this year ... and it seems like I'm the only one left who hasn't found a job .
Not quite the only one . I really wanted that job at the magazine , but I still haven't heard from them .
I'm calling to tell you that the merchandise ordered last month has not arrived yet .
I'm sorry , hold on a moment . I'll check it out . But we have already shipped it to you last month . Would you like us to contact the express company to know what's going on ?
Please find out the reason as soon as possible . We are in bad need of it .
Ok , I am terribly sorry for the trouble you are getting into.We will contact you first thing , once we know the reason .
I really want to make something for dinner .
What are you going to cook ?
I haven't the slightest clue what I'm going to make .
A teriyaki bowl sounds nice .
I don't know how to make that .
All you need to make it is white rice and some teriyaki beef .
That sounds fairly simple , but how do I cook it ?
The first and simplest thing you have to do is make some white rice .
What's next ?
Then you should shred your beef and pour some teriyaki marinade over it .
What's the next thing I need to do ?
Then all you need to do is cook it and enjoy .
How do I submit an expense report ?
You need all your receipts for reimbursement .
You mean I have to attach the receipts with the expense report ?
Yes , here is the form for an expense report . Fill it out and give it to me . I ’ ll get it signed for you .
Good morning !
Can I speak to Miss Cooper please ?
Would you hold on a second , please ? Miss Cooper's extension is engaged .
Engaged . Oh , dear ! Could you tell her it's a long-distance call ?
I'm sorry , sir . I can't interrupt her . I'm sure she won't be very long .
How long do you think she'll be ?
I really can't say how long she'll be .
Can I leave a message , please ?
Yes , certainly .
Can you tell her I'm waiting to speak to her ?
Yes , sir . I'll ring her on an inside line if you like .
Thank you very much .
Excuse me , waiter , would you please bring us a nest ? A friend of mine will join us .
Wait a moment . Here you are .
By the way , we would like to order some dishes for my friend .
Sure .
Can you help me out , Chuck ?
Sure . What's it , Yvonne ?
I want to put my desk over there , but it's too heavy for me to move .
Okay , you take one end and I'll take the other .
Good morning . Madam . What can I do for you today ?
Hello . I hope you can help me ; I'm a little worried about my new card .
What seems to be the problem ?
I received my new card this morning , but I'm unable to use it .
Oh ? You mean , the ATM machine has eaten it ?
No , it's right here , see ? The ATM will not accept it !
You said you received your card this morning , am I right ?
Yes . I was told it would be activated and ready to use right away . So , what's gone wrong ?
Did you receive your PIN number yet , Madam ? You see , unless you have your new PIN number , to match your new card , you cannot use it . We usually send that separately , around one day after the card , for security reasons .
Well , that explains it . I've been using my old PIN number ! Thanks for explaining everything to me .
Can you manage chopsticks ?
Why not ? See .
Good mastery . How do you like our Chinese food ?
Oh , great ! It's delicious . You see , I am already putting on weight . There is one thing I don't like however , MSG .
What's wrong with MSG ? It helps to bring out the taste of the food .
According to some studies it may cause cancer .
Oh , don't let that worry you . If that were true , China wouldn't have such a large population .
I just happen to have a question for you guys . Why do the Chinese cook the vegetables ? You see what I mean is that most vitamin are destroyed when heated .
I don't know exactly . It's a tradition . Maybe it's for sanitary reasons .
Hi , Francis , how was your business trip ?
It was a nightmare .
What ’ s up ?
Actually , the business trip itself was very successful . We arrived on time , we had nice conversations and we settled some important issues for the next year .
Sounds quite fruitful , why do you call it still a nightmare then ?
Well , the air line lost my luggage on the return flight and then I lost my carry on bag when I was tackling with the officers in charge . I left the airport three hours later than I expected and then I was caught in a traffic jam . When I finally got home , I was totally exhausted . But I found the elevator was out of service due to a blackout .
This is really a sad story . Did they trace back your luggage ?
I am still waiting for their call .
Take it easy , all sufferings have their reward .
Do you have any seat preferences , sir ?
Yes , could you put me in the no-smoking section ?
Yes . Would you like a window seat ?
If one's available , please . But not over the wing .
morning . Rent-A-Car Agency . May I help you ?
Good morning . This is Paul Alexander calling from the Isis Advertising Firm . We need a car to the airport for Mr . Phillips .
Certainly , Mr . Alexander . When would Mr . Phillips like to leave ?
Let me check ... His flight ’ s at 2:30 p . m . , so he should leave no later than 12 noon .
I'm calling today about a bill that I never received .
Can you tell me which credit card it was for ?
It was for my Master Card .
You should've gotten that bill two weeks ago .
I haven't got it in the mail yet .
The computer is showing that all bills have been mailed .
What am I supposed to do about my bill then ?
Maybe you should call your post office .
But if it's their mistake , can I get an extension on my bill payment ?
Yes , but you will need to send us proof of their mistake .
Okay , thank you very much for your help .
Not a problem . Enjoy the rest of your day .
Jenny , don't you think it's really charming ?
Yes . It's a feast of eyes to walking in the museum .
Let's take our time and enjoy the art and sprite of the famous museum .
What a shame that we can't take pictures .
OK , Allen . It's your turn . Are you ready ?
I really would rather just listen . Isn't there anyone else who wants to sing ?
Come on ! In the two hours we've been here you haven't sung even one song !
I know , but ... Hey , Stanley's here ! I've been wanting to hear him sing all night .
Well , you asked for it . Why don't you put on an Elvis song for him . He loves " The King . "
I'll put the song at the front of the list .
Here is the document you asked for this morning .
Oh , you are so efficient . I thought you might give it to me tomorrow . Thanks .
You ’ re welcome . You know , these days I have been reflecting on my biggest weakness procrastination . The more I think about it , the more I hate myself for being so disorganized . I decided to change the situation as soon as possible . Otherwise I will be more regretful later .
This is encouraging news , good for you ! What is your solution , then ?
The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities . It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place .
Sounds not bad ! Better performance isn ’ t just about doing a lot more . It is about focusing on the right things to do .
How are you doing , Jim ?
Fine , just fine.How about you ?
Not too bad .
I think your presentation impressed the client , Daniel . You did a good job .
Thank you , Mr . Cooper . I hope we get the contract .
What's for lunch ?
Pork chops .
What happened to you ?
I think I caught a cold .
Do you have any symptoms ?
Runny nose and coughing .
Do you have a fever ?
I have just taken the temperature , I don't think so .
It's not serious .
Are you sure ?
Yes .
What should I do ?
You should drink more hot water , and do some exercise .
What kind of place shall we rent ?
It should be close to the university . Neither of us are good at getting up in the mornings and closer it is , the later we can get up .
Absolutely . That's the most important thing to take into consideration . I'm not too worried about the size of the flat .
Neither am I . so a small place is ok , but we'll get a bigger one if it's not expensive . Do you mind if it's in a noisy area .
I don't mind . I'm not a light sleeper , but quieter is better for when we have to study at home .
Good point . Ok , let's go to the estate agent and see what they can offer us .
Yes , if we're lucky we'll find something in the next few days . I think you had a good idea to start flat hunting early .
How much do you think the rent will be ?
I asked a few people who are already living in places near the university and they said it would cost about one hundred pounds a month .
I don't think we can meet the delivery date you suggest . It's too soon .
Well , is it possible for you to effect shipment by the middle of June ?
The earliest we can do is by the end of June .
Did you have any working experience during college ?
Yes , I did some part-time jobs such as English tutor , salesman , and model .
What did you learn from your part-time jobs ?
I learned to be patient , professional and gained a ll of experience of direct sales .
Smells good ! What ’ s for breakfast ?
Well , since we are getting up so late , I decided to make a big breakfast !
Nice ! Brunch !
Kind of , so I made scrambled and soft boiled eggs , some french toast and buttermilk pancakes !
Wow ! You really went all out ! Did you make any coffee ?
Yeah , just the way you like it ! I also put out some cereal and muesli if you feel like having something more light .
Looks good ! I ’ ll squeeze us some fresh orange juice .
Get the jam and butter while you are in there ! Oh ! And don ’ t forget the syrup !
Can you tell me if there is a flight to New York ?
Yes . Flight DB117 departs at 5:38 pm and arrives in New York at 6:00 am with a layover in Chicago . It also makes a refueling stop at Colombia .
So many stops ! Don't you have any direct flights ?
Sorry sir , it is the only flight wa have right now .
Hello.Hot water overflowed from the bathtub.Will you help me ?
Would you turn off the tap ?
I did it .
Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door ?
OK . I will .
I'll have our housekeeper come right away .
I'm sorry I was too tired to fall asleep .
When you woke up , the water was coming out of the tub .
Right.Can I compensate for the damage with the travel accident insurance ?
Would you like some more coffee ?
No thanks . I'm full . We need to find our waitress and get our bill .
The waitress is bringing the bill right now .
This waitress has really been on top of things , hasn't she ?
Yes , this waitress did a great job .
OK , let's see what the damage is . The total for our meal is $ 36.00 .
What do you think would be the right amount to leave for a tip ?
Fifteen percent is a normal tip , but she really did a great job . What do you think about 20 % this time ?
Yes , 20 % would be perfect .
Her tip will end up being $ 7.20 plus the bill of $ 36.00 . The total will be $ 43.20 .
Yes , that was one fantastic meal !
I agree . Maybe we can come back again next week .
It ’ s time for me to go now .
Would you like me to go with you ?
I ’ d rather you stayed in the office and did these things .
Do you want to type that letter ?
I ’ d rather you typed it .
Do you want to tell her ?
I ’ d rather you told her .
Freeze ! Police ! Put your hands over your head .
What crime did I commit ?
You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs , so we are taking you into custody . We ’ Ve found some heroin in your house . You have the following rights while you are being interviewed . You have the right to remain silent . You don't have to make any statement against your will . You have the right to defense counsel . You have the right to request an investigation of evidence favorable to your case . Do you understand your rights ?
I am innocent .
Would you like to come by and play bridge ?
Well , let's see . Why don't we go dancing for a change ? We haven't done that for a long time .
Well , to tell the truth , I don't really feel like it tonight . I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired .
Hmm . Well , in that case , we could go to the movies .
Oh , we always go to the movies . Can't we do something different ?
Well , do you have any suggestions ?
Let's see . How do you feel about playing bridge ?
It's OK with me , but we don't have any beer and things .
Well , shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over , and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff .
OK .
Hello , Janet . It's me ... Oh , fine . Just fine . Say , Janet , I was wondering if you and Tom were doing anything tonight ... No ? Well . would you like to come by our place and play a few hands of bridge ?
Tom , it's time for you to go to bed .
Good night , mum .
Good night .
Operator . May I help you ?
Yes . How do I get an outside line , please ?
Just dial 0 , wait for the dial tone , and then dial the phone number you want to call . Or we can place a call for you , if you want .
No , thanks a lot . I'll try it myself .
What's our target audience for this campaign ?
This go-around we're focusing on new moms , families with median income and one or more children under the age of two .
Do you think that's much different from the succor moms we tailored the last campaign for ?
Well , there are some similarities that come up . Because both groups are made up of mothers ... so as before , we can play up on maternal instincts , hygiene , safety , along those lines . But that being said , there are some specific differences that come into play because we are dealing with mothers of infants here .
Right , that makes sense . What's the average age ?
Demographics say an average age of 28.7 , educational background of university or post-grad , annual household income of 40-50 K a year .
John , I'd like to see you in my office for a minute .
Yes , sir , I'll be there in just a moment .
John , I have been watching you . I've been paying attention to you over the last quarter and I'm impressed . You've done a tremendous job in tackling some difficult accounts . I just want to let you to know , after this month's performance reviews , I'm recommending you for promotion .
Gosh sir , thank you , sir ! I had no idea there were any positions opening up in our department .
Well , it's not going to be in our department . I've recommended you for an interdepartmental transfer . There's supervisory spot opening up in financial . I'm turning your name in for it .
Management ? Wow , I had no idea I could move so quickly from entry level to managerial staff .
You've earned it .
How can I help you today ?
I am returning something that I bought yesterday .
What would you like to return ?
I'm returning a cellphone .
Was there something wrong with it ?
It's defective .
What isn't working on it ?
It keeps turning off on it's own .
Alright , do you have the receipt ?
I have it right here .
I'm going to take care of this and refund your money .
Thanks for your help .
I miss grandma . I dreamed about her yesterday .
Dear , let ’ s drop the subject .
Good morning , sir . Can I help you ?
Good morning . I'd like to cash this check .
Yes , sir . Can you show you identity ?
What about the driving license ?
Don't you have any other identification ?
I am sorry . I only have my driving license with me .
Ok . Would you please sign your name on the back of the check ?
Thank you . Here you are .
How do you want your money ?
Would you give me some in twenties and tens ?
All right . Please wait for a moment .
Could you fill in this form , please ?
All right .
Have you got any identification ?
Yes , here's my ID card .
Oh , my God ! I've been cheated !
What ? What did you buy ?
It's a brick ! I can't believe how stupid I was . Damn it !
What is it ? Why did you buy a brick ?
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 .
And ?
So he said he'd sell me one for twenty dollars . A four-hundred-dollar camera for twenty bucks .
And it's a brick ?
Yes .
I can't believe how stupid you are . Why didn't you open the box ?
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 .
So he had the boxes wrapped in plastic .
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 .
But why would a guy be selling new video cameras for twenty dollars ?
He said he had to get rid of them . They were stolen .
Aha ! Now I understand.You were trying to buy stolen goods on the sidewalk.So , what I think is , you deserve to get cheated !
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 .
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 .
You're right , Sarah . I was a fool . I can't believe it . How could I fall for such a trick ?
Hello , Arthur . What seems to be the problem ?
Hey doc . Well , I think I might need glasses . I ’ m getting headaches , and I really struggle to see things that are far away . But I have always had 20/20 vision .
Sounds like you may be far-sighted . OK , then , cover your left eye and read the chart in front of you .
Mmm .. . X , E , R , 3 , a question mark , and I can ’ t quite make out the other symbol but I think it ’ s the peace sign .
Wow , Arthur ! You ’ re as blind as a bat !
Yeah , I know , my vision is really blurry at times .
Ok then , head on over to the other room and pick out some frames while I fill out your prescription .
Thanks doc !
Arthur , that ’ s the bathroom .
Would you like some more coffee ?
No thanks . I'm full . We need to find our waitress and get our bill .
Good luck finding the waitress !
The service this evening has kind of sucked . Is that our server over there ?
I'll go get the check , since our server doesn't seem to be headed this way .
Good . I'll just stay here until you get back .
So the total is $ 36.00 for our dinner .
How much of a tip do you think our waitress deserves ?
I wonder if no tip would be appropriate in light of the service .
I kind of feel the same way , but they may have just been really short-staffed tonight .
I think that we should leave 10 % .
$ 3.60 will be the right amount for the tip .
I want to fly to Congo on Monday , the 17th .
Let me see what's available .
By the way , I'd prefer a night flight .
Africa Airline 551 leaves at 9:00 pm .
That's fine . I want to pay in cash . Here is the money .
How much was your watch ?
Take a guess .
A guy in my office got the flu the other day . Today I seem to have come down with it , too .
Very likely . You have a slight fever . Do you have a headache , too ?
Yes . I wonder if you could do something to help me recover soon , because I'll be on a business trip in two days .
Well , you have to let your flu run its course . You must stop working and stay in bed to get plenty of rest . Usually it will take 4 to 6 days to make a full recovery .
But I'm going on a business trip in two days !
Maybe you'll have to cancel it or postpone it . If you go out while you are sick , it won't help you recover . You may even pass your disease on to others .
Would you care for a drink ?
No , thanks . I'm fine .
Let's go practice your driving .
If that's what you want to do , then we can .
Did you buckle your seatbelt ?
I'm buckled up . What's next ?
You need to start the car now .
What do you want me to do ?
Go left .
How far should I go ?
I'll let you know when I want you to stop .
Tell me before you want me to stop .
All right , try parking here .
Thanks . Let's go driving again tomorrow .
How may I help you ?
I ’ m making a deposit today .
Cash or check ?
I would like to deposit a check .
You need to sign the back .
Okay . Here you go .
Would you like cash back ?
Yes , I would .
How much ?
Let me get $ 150 back .
Here you go .
Thank you . Have a good one .
I'd like to extend my visa for another two years .
Are you on a tourist visa or a student visa ?
Student visa .
What is the reason for extension ?
I'll go into a practical training as soon as I receive my Master ’ s degree from the University of Pennsylvania early next month .
We ’ ll need a letter from your university and a financial statement from you .
Do you like the apartment ?
I absolutely love the apartment .
Everything is okay ?
I do have one problem with the apartment .
What ’ s the problem ?
I don ’ t like all those stains in the carpet .
We will have the carpet cleaned before you move into the apartment .
I did not know that .
I assure you that we will , and if there are any more problems , feel free to tell me .
That was the only thing that I saw wrong with the apartment .
I ’ m glad to know that you think the apartment is so nice .
It ’ s absolutely incredible . I ’ ll take it .
Come in , Arnold . Have a seat .
Good morning .
Would you like something to drink ?
No , thank you . I just had two cups of coffee at my desk .
So , you're a serious coffee drinker .
Yes , it keeps me going . Sometimes I think I'm addicted .
Well , coffee isn't such a bad thing.Everyone has to have something.For me , it's cigars . Are you a cigar smoker ?
No , I've tried them . But I'm not really a smoker .
Well , what would you like to talk to me about ?
I wanted to set up this meeting with you to discuss a little proposal .
I'm glad when people have new ideas around here . Tell me about it .
It is about the staff meetings.You know how we have a staff meeting every Tuesday .
Yes .
Well , I have been thinking about it.And I believe we could do things more efficiently here .
What do you suggest ?
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 .
You mean because people have to go across town to get here .
Yes . Some people spend half of the morning on the road .
That's true . But our staff meetings are very important , Arnold . I don't know how we can function without them .
I think they are important too.That ' s why I want people to have a better attitude about them .
I know a lot of people think the meetings aren't too useful . I'm aware of that .
Here's what I propose . I think we should meet once every two weeks , but meet for ninety minutes or more .
Well .
I also think the meetings should be more focused.And I would be willing to take responsibility for that .
You mean you want to run the meetings ?
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 .
Hmm . But we would meet every two weeks .
I really think it would work.The meetings could be longer , and better organized .
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 .
Excellent . I would be happy to get started on it .
I will call the managers.Then tomorrow I'll tell you when we can schedule our first meeting in this " new style . "
Do you have a good English-Chinese dictionary ?
Sure . How about this one ?
Is this the latest edition ?
Yes . We have both the paperback and the hardcover .
What's the difference ?
The hardcover is more expensive .
Oh ! I see . I'll have the paperback , please .
Oriental China Airlines . Good morning , may I help you ?
I would like the round-way ticket to Shanghai on December 10th .
Lady , let me check . Do you want the morning or the afternoon flight ?
What's the departure time ?
2:30
Well , the afternoon will be fine .
First class or economy ?
First class will be preferred .
Well , afternoon flight on December 10th to Shanghai . May I have your name , please ?
My name is Janice . Well , I book this ticket for Nova , the marketing manager of Pineapple Computer Company . Where can I get the flight ticket ?
You may take it up at the ticket office . That is located on International Street 150 .
Where are you feeling the pain ?
I can ’ t stand up ! My stomach is killing me !
Can you put your hand where it hurts the most ?
It hurts smack in the middle of my gut !
Did this just come on suddenly ?
I felt OK until an hour or so ago , and then I just doubled over .
Have you exercised strenuously or played sports recently ?
No , and I don ’ t usually get a lot of stomachaches .
We need to get you to an emergency room to see what the problem is .
I think that that is the best way to figure out what is causing this . Thank you .
May I help you ?
Yes , I would like to exchange some money .
what currency would you like to trade in ?
I would like to exchange Chinese RIB for American dollars . Do you accept $ 100 bills ?
No problem , we can accept any denomination . How much would you like to exchange today ?
Well , that depends on the rate . How much is the RIB trading at today ?
It's a shame you didn't come a little earlier , the exchange rate was reset yesterday afternoon . The American dollar is now worth 7.45RMB.If you would like to sell RIB , we can give you a rate of 7.35.Will that be all right ?
I guess , here , give me 5,000 RIB worth . I might as well exchange a little extra . Who knows what the exchange rate will be tomorrow !
Has your son started school yet , Tom ?
Next week , it ’ s going to be quite a shock for him !
He ’ ll get used to it . They always do . I still remember when my daughter started . Are you going with him on his first day ?
You bet . I wouldn ’ t miss it !
May I speak to Mr.Huang , please ?
I'm sorry . Mr.Huang is quite busy right now . Could I pass him the message ?
Well , you see , I won't be able to keep my 9
Let me see . He's free from 3:00 to 4:30 tomorrow afternoon . Can you make it then ?
Yes , of course . Thank you very much .
You're quite welcome . Thank you for calling . Bye-byeB
Dad , hurry ! The train is coming . Aha , I am a superman .
Don't rush , behave yourself please ! Let the people get off first .
Oh , we should . There are so many people . What if the train got full before we could get in ?
But , if we all pushed our way in , nobody could get off , and nobody could get in either .
How many stops are there to the Aidan station ?
There are four more stops .
Oh , my God !
What's wrong ? You are like a little monkey , on pins and needles !
Because I need to use the restroom . Is there a restroom on the train ?
No , not on the train , but in the station .
Why not ? You told me that subway is a kind of train . If it had no restroom . what kind of train would that be ?
Well , that is a question . You want to offer a suggestion ?
Oh , yeah , but not today . I am busy with praying the subway may get there as fast as possible .
I guess you'll never forget today .
This broth is wonderful . What's in it ?
Lamb and beef . It will get even tastier when we add the veggies !
Hey ! Watch out ! You're using the same spoon for both broths !
So ?
You're getting that hot stuff in my mild broth !
You'll be OK . It's just a little bit ...
Pasadena Traffic School . How can I help you ?
I would like to sign up for some classes .
What classes did you want to sign up for ?
I need to take a driver's course .
You'll have to make an appointment .
What do I need to make an appointment for ?
You need an appointment so you can sign the papers .
All right , can I make an appointment right now ?
When are you available ?
Can I make it for tomorrow at 9
I can schedule you for that day and time .
Thanks a lot . I'll be there tomorrow .
Hello . This is the Stewart Resident .
Hello . Is Mr . Stewart there ?
This is Mr . Stewart . Who ’ s this ?
I ’ m calling from Bell Canada . We are currently offering a great deal on long distance calling , only $ 17 a month . With this plan you get 500 minutes of long distance calls each month without any additional charges .
I ’ m sorry . I ’ m not interested in it .
Okay . Thanks .
Waitress .
Yes sir . How can I help you ?
Please clean up the table .
OK . And anything else I can do for you ?
I like a refill please .
Sure .
I made a reservation earlier this week , but I have to cancel it .
No problem , sir . Just tell me your name , phone number , and date of reservation .
Great ! I'm Rudy Randolph , 818-555-1234 , and my reservation was for April 9 to 15 .
Okay , sir , let me hit the delete button , and your reservation will be cancelled .
That was nice and fast . Thanks .
Not at all .
I'm about to run out of business cards . I need some new ones .
We can print as many as you like . Just tell me how many .
Two thousand should get me through the year .
Here's a form to get you started .
My old card is perfect , so all I want you to do is copy it exactly .
I think you'll be very pleased with how well we duplicate your old card .
... Here you go
Thanks . Come back here next Wednesday to pick up your order , please .
I'm sorry , but can you give me a three-day turnaround ?
If you don't mind paying a little extra , it's absolutely no problem .
Lisa , is there a milk section ?
No , there's no such section . The dairy section is where you'll find milk and cheese .
What's Condiments ?
That's where you'll find things like salt and pepper .
Oh , I see .
Let's go to aisle 4 to pick up some pasta for tonight .
Great ! Pasta for dinner .
And let's get a loaf of bread at the bakery for breakfast .
Maybe we should get a shopping cart .
I'll put the shopping basket back .
Did you lock the doors ?
All except the back door . I left that open for Tim . He took the dog for a walk .
Well , I'm going on to bed . I'm beat .
Okay . I'm going to stay up a while . I've got to go over the household budget . We're a little overspent this month .
Please tell Tim to close the door to the basement . I don't want the dog down there tonight .
Okay . Good night . See you at breakfast .
Well , I'm glad you're finally back . I was wondering what happened .
I feel kind of stupid .
Why ?
We got lost coming back . I guess I don't really know this town yet .
You got lost . You're kidding !
No . We took a wrong turn somewhere.And Joseph doesn't know the town at all . So I started giving him directions.But I didn't really know where we were . So we got seriously lost .
You could have called .
I know I could have . But finally we asked someone where we were .
You've been gone for two hours . How could you get lost for so long ?
Guess where we ended up .
I don't know . Where ?
When we finally decided to ask someone , they told us we were in Grangerfield .
Grangerfield ! You were in Grangerfield ? That's a completely different town ! How could you drive to a completely different town ?
I don't know.The person we asked had to give us directions to the highway to get back here .
Grangerfield is like a dozen miles away from here .
I know it is . I don't know how it happened .
Hmm , maybe I do .
What ?
Maybe I have an idea how it happened .
How ?
You were too busy looking at Joseph , and you weren't paying attention to the road .
Oh , that's what you think , huh ?
Won't you have some of this ?
Yes , thanks .
It's my grandmother's favorite recipe for barbecue .
It's very good . How do you make it ?
I use a special dressing and homemade catsup .
This salad looks so nice-just right for a hot day .
I'm glad you like it .
You Americans usually have nutritious food .
Oh , but Chinese food is so delicious . I wish I knew how to cook Chinese food . Do you follow recipes ?
We use different spices but few people use recipes . They learn to cook by experience .
I always use a recipe but my grandmother never did . She was a great cook . She would make clam chowder and cornbread every Sunday night .
I like these shoes .
Do you realize that all these shoes are half off ?
Really ?
Yes , but the offer only lasts this week .
Do you have experience in advertising ?
Yes , I used to have a part-time job in advertising company .
What were you mean duties there ?
I mostly did advertising planning .
What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have ?
I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts , creative talent , and be sensitive to the changes in the market .
What was the most important thing you have learned at work ?
The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities . Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact in success . If I want to make in marking in advertising history , I can ’ t stop studying and creating .
Dad , may I have a room of my own ?
Oh , honey , I'm so sorry , we don't have enough space for you to have your own room .
Dad , but I don't want to share a room with Peter . He snores every night .
Honey , you can ask him to be quite . Otherwise you may punish him and tell him to stand out of the room , right ?
Alright . Maybe it's the only way to do it .
Come in and sit down , Jack . Now , what's the trouble ?
I've got a terrible pain in my stomach , Doctor .
I see . When did it start ?
It started yesterday . I didn't eat any supper .
Have you got a temperature ?
I think so . I feel very hot .
Let's see . Yes . You ' Ve got quite a high temperature .
I've got an awful headache , too , and my throat hurts .
Hm ... I think you ' Ve got the flu .
Is it serious ?
No , not at all , but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine .
How often must I take it ?
Three times a day after meals .
Thank you , Doctor.Goodbye .
Our usual supplier has let us down and I ’ Ve been looking through your parts catalogue . I need fifty GT670s . How soon can you deliver ?
Just a moment and I'll check . We ’ re expecting a delivery on Friday . We've only got ten in stock at the moment . I can deliver those by first thing tomorrow morning . There'll be an extra charge for special delivery . I'll have to send them by courier .
Why don ’ t you sit down and relax , darling ?
I don ’ t want to .
Well , come and talk to me then .
Certainly not .
May I turn on the radio then ?
Turn on the radio ? What for ?
So that we can sit down together and listen to some music .
Listen to some music ? And who ’ ll cook dinner ? Will you ?
Ok , I will . But let ’ s go to a disco after dinner .
To a disco ? Oh , no . You know I hate pop .
Good afternoon , ma'am . May I help you ?
Yes . Can I deposit valuables here ?
Of course , you can . Please put your articles in this bag and seal it .
OK .
Thank you . Here is your tag .
Would you tell me the rate per day for depositing my bag ?
Sure , madam . Only one dollar .
When does the cloakroom close ?
This cloakroom is open until 10 p . m .
Oh , dear ! I won't be back until about 11:30 tonight . Where can I pick up my bag ?
We will transfer your bag to the Lobby Floor Cloakroom . You may collect it there , madam .
I see . Thanks a lot .
You're welcome .
Can you develop the roll of film ?
Sure .
How long does it take ?
6 hours . If you are in a hurry we can develop it in 3 hours .
There is no need . I will come back tomorrow .
Good afternoon Miss , would you be interested in buying more life insurance ? You know , you can never get enough .
I think my husband has some .
Are you sure he ’ s purchased enough insurance for both of you ? If something terrible happened with your husband , and he doesn ’ t have sufficient insurance , my company does have a policy that could cover you and your husband if something happened to either of you .
That ’ s true . If something happened to my husband , I might lose everything . Both of us have to work to keep our home , car , and our children ’ s education . I can ’ t afford that by myself .
Could we sit and look at the policy I mentioned and see if that ’ s something suitable for you and your husband ?
Certainly .
The buildings are really magnificent .
Yes , millions of travelers come here every year for the view of the buildings .
The journey is worth while . Where are we going after this ?
We will visit the Statue of Liberty as scheduled .
Excuse me .
Yes ?
Do you have any information about the city sights ?
Sure . There ’ s a lot here in this pamphlet .
Thank you . And what ’ s the best way to get downtown ?
Take the subway . It ’ s $ 1.50 per ride . You can buy a petrol card at the station .
You ’ Ve been very helpful .
My pleasure .
I want to open a saving account , sir.What ' s the proper procedure ?
First , you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook .
Is there any minimum for the first deposit ?
No , Even a dollar is all right.Here ' s your passbook , sir ; just sign your name on it .
What is the annual interest rate ?
It varies from time to time.At present it is 6 % .
By the way , can I open a checking account too ?
By all means.But you have to deposit enough money before you can write out your checks .
You look depressed . What's on your mind ?
Well , I had a blood test last week . The doctor said that I have high blood pressure and my blood is thick and sticky . I'm very worried .
Take it easy . When we last talked , you promised there would be more exercises in your life . But now you are putting on some weight .
I have to admit it's easier said than done .
Well , I think it's time for you to change your eating habits and develop a healthy lifestyle . Regular exercise will improve your health .
But you know I'm just not into exercises . And I wouldn't have time for exercises , either .
You can do some jogging . It's easy and it doesn't take much time .
Actually , my doctor said the same thing .
Excuse me , sir , but you have to put your bags here before entering the market .
Oh . I am sorry . I was busy looking for some whisky.Can you tell me the exactly place where I can find any ?
Yes , it's on the third floor .
Here ' s my passport . I'm a visiting scholar .
Do you have anything to declare ?
No , these are all my personal effects .
What's in the bag ? Would you mind opening the bag ?
Not at all . I don't know what's dutiable . Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use ?
NO . You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings .
Thank you .
Do you work well under pressure ?
Working under pressure is exciting and challenging . I don ’ t mind working under pressure . I work well under that circumstance . People can , I can .
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration ?
No , nothing in particular .
How soon can you begin working for us ?
I need about two to three weeks for necessary formalities . I will quit then transfer to your company .
What do you want ?
I think I have a piece of apple pie .
Do you want something to drink ?
Coffee would be fine .
OK . Sit down and I'll get it .
Our new production control program's going live on Monday . The old and the new programs will operate in tandem for four to six weeks . That should give us time to iron out any little problems .
Hope it all goes well . We're very busy at the moment and certainly don't want any problems at this time of year .
Yes , I realise that . We've spent a long time planning and preparing for the change-over . I'm confident we won't have any major problems .
Who broke my chair ?
It wasn't me .
Can I help you , Madam ?
Could you tell me what Ants on the Tree is please ?
Certainly , Madam . It's a stir fried dish of minced pork with glass noodles .
Sounds nice . I'll have that please .
Finance , Angie speaking .
Hi Angie , it ’ s Tom Reynolds here . Can you tell me if my tuition fees for this semester have been approved ?
Yes , Mr . Reynolds . They were approved yesterday . You can pick up the check today .
Oh wow ! Thanks a million , Angie !
Come in , please .
Good morning , sir !
Good morning , please make yourself comfortable .
Thank you , sir .
Your name and examination number , please .
My name is Du Tao , number 3 .
Pardon ?
Du Tao . D-U for Du and T-A - 0 for Tao .
Yes , Mr . Du , when were you born ?
I was born on January 1st , 1988 . I ’ m 20 years old now .
Where do you live ?
I ’ m living at Room 222 , Building 18 , N . P . U .
Can you leave me your phone number ?
Gladly , 8962105 2 .
Good morning . May I help you ?
Yes . I'm looking for an apartment , I'd like two bedrooms .
All right . Have a seat , please . Let me ask you a few questions . First of all , may I have your name , please ?
My name's Donald Eakins .
How do you spell your last name , Mr.Eakins .
It's E-A-K-I-N-S .
E-A-K-I-N-S.First name , Donald . And what's your present address , Mr.Eakins ?
It's 1446 Pine Street .
1446 Pine . That's in San Francisco , isn't it ?
Yes , it is .
Did you check before you left the shop ?
Yes , I did . But when I got home , my son put it on and we found the hole .
Really ? Let me have a look at it . Mm . OK . Let me change it for another one .
Thank you very much .
I hate to do this , but I've got to cancel a reservation I made earlier this week .
All I need is your name , phone , and reservation date .
My name is Rudy Randolph . I'm at 818-555-1234 . The reservation was for April 9 .
Randolph , Rudy . Let me hit one button , sir , and now your reservation is cancelled .
Okay , thank you . I'll make another reservation as soon as I can .
It's been my pleasure to help you .
Did you go and buy your bus pass ?
No , I didn't .
When are you going to go get it ?
I'm not sure where they sell bus passes at .
Why didn't you just ask me ?
Where should I go ?
You can get one from student services .
I had no clue that I could get it there .
I already knew that .
Thanks for letting me know .
You're welcome .
I'm going to go and get it right now .
Tomorrow is my first day at work , what do you think I should be wearing ?
Well , if you want to look professional , serious and more conservative , a blue dress , white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice . But sometimes , very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues . It depends on the company ’ s dress code .
Indeed , I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview . Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony . It seems that their dress code is not that formal . Probably , I should put on car key and simple shirt .
Whatever you choose , make sure they are neat and clean .
Excuse me . Will you please keep an eye on my suitcase ? I just want to make a phone call .
Certainly , but will it take long ?
No , I'll be right back .
OK . I'll look after it then .
Mike's Mechanics . Can I help you ?
Yes , how do I get to your shop from Chilin ?
Go straight up Zhongshan Road and you will see our sign on your right , after you pass the museum .
Thank you very much .
Don't take too much off . I'm trying to grow my hair longer .
How about two inches ?
That sounds perfect . Do you think I can get some highlights today , too ? I've always wanted red .
I think that will over-process your hair , you should wait at least two weeks .
All right . I'll just have the cut and perm today .
Great . My assistant will wash your hair , and then I'll be back to help you .
OK .
Oh , damn . There ’ s another traffic jam on the highway .
How can there be a traffic jam on a 16 - lane highway every day ?
There are just too many people , and too many cars .
I wonder if there was an accident .
No , they just said it too many people were trying to get off at the Capitol exits .
Well , let ’ s put on some music . We ’ re going to be stuck in this for a while .
All right , what do you want to listen to ?
How about some Beatles ?
Yeah , all right .
Excuse me . Mr . Emory ?
Yes , Ms . Rodriguez ? How can I help you ?
I wanted to see if I could arrange a meeting with you to discuss recruitment .
Absolutely . I ’ Ve been wanting to meet with you about that . Let me just get my book .
Who ate the cookies that were sitting here ?
I did , Mom .
Shame on you . I was saving them for your brother .
Hello . May I speak to Brian , please ?
Sorry , you have the wrong number . There ’ s no Brian here .
Is this 777-9345 ?
No , it ’ s 777-9344 ?
Oh , I ’ m so sorry .
That ’ s OK .
Put all baggage on the conveyor belt . Walk through the detector age one at a time , please .
Excuse me , ma'ma . Could you walk back through the doorway again , please ?
What for ?
Airport security . Could you empty your pockets over here , please ?
Really ? I'm in a hurry . All right .
Ah , a set of keys .
I'm embarrassed ! I forgot completely about them . I'm terribly sorry .
That's all right . Enjoy your flight .
Thank you .
What's the matter with you , Paul ?
I'm not feeling well . I think I'm having a cold .
Looks like it.You need to drink a lot of water and take a good rest .
Yeah , I will .
Come on . All of us are waiting for you .
Oh , sorry . Cross my fingers .
Come on , Mary . We have to do the laundry .
Where are we going ?
Down to the basement .
Do you have a washer down there ?
Yes . We have a dryer , too .
That's so convenient . Where are the dirty clothes ?
They are in the basement already .
But I didn't see you carry them down .
Don't you know that we have a laundry chute in the house ?
Hi , John .
Oh , hi , Mary , come on in . Any problem ?
Oh , no problem .
Great . I forgot to ask you , though . How long did you want the place ?
Six months .
Oh , well , that might be a problem . I usually only sign one year leases .
Well , one year would be fine , too . I ’ m not planning on leaving the area anytime soon .
Well , if it ’ s not a problem . Then here you go .
Just let me look at it quickly .
Of course .
Looks like a standard lease .
Yeah , and don ’ t worry about the security deposit . If everything ’ s all right when you move out , you ’ ll get it back .
O . K . Great . Just sign and date it here ?
Yes . Thanks . You can move your stuff in tomorrow .
Wonderful .
Excuse me , could you tell me the bookshop ’ s address ?
Yes , the bookshop is just around the corner.Turn left and you ’ ll see the bookshop .
Thank you very much.By the way , is the hospital beside the bookshop .
Right , if you see the bookshop , you can see the hospital .
Thank you for your help .
Not at all .
Hello ! Is this Mr . Chang ?
Yes . Who is speaking ?
This is Kelly speaking . I am calling from London . How are you , Mr . Chang ?
Oh , Kelly , I couldn't recognize your voice . Well , I'm fine .
Mr . Chang , I just want to tell you that we are leaving London for Beijing by flight CP 645 on Saturday morning . Could you meet us at the airport , please ?
Excuse me , I couldn't quite hear you . This line is crossed . Can you speak louder , please ?
I will say it again ... Do you hear me now ?
Much better . I will definitely go to the airport to meet you .
Thank you very much . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Hello , Mr . Hammer . Jack Ross here . I'm calling to confirm our appointment on Monday at ten o'clock in your office .
Yes . Everything's all set .
I'd like to bring Mr . Huang and Ms . Sun with me .
We're supposed to be meeting alone .
I know , but I think they may add something valuable to the discussion .
Fine . But no one else , OK ?
Yes , Mr . Hammer .
How beautiful the flower is !
Really , it's so beautiful .
You like it . Well , I'll gather in for you .
You mustn't pick it in this place .
Where it is ?
It's a private garden .
You look fresh recently . And .. what's your weight now ?
110 pounds .
Really ? Congratulations ! That's really something beyond my imagination . How did you make it ? Did you keep on a diet ?
No , you know I can't bear eating less .
Then do the slim pills take effect on you ?
I've quit it already . I go to aerobics class everyday instead .
How's it going on ?
You see . I've lost my weight in spite of my good appetite .
I'd better exercise my body too . My limbs are rusty now .
I don't think so . You look full of energy every day . Time has stood still with you .
Thank you .
Ahhs ! I'm beat !
What happened to you ? You look like you got hit by a tornado !
I just got back from fighting the crowds .
You mean at the mall ? Was there a sale ?
Yeah . For five minutes , everything was half off . It was total chaos ...
Cool !
Grabbing , pushing and shoving ...
Thank god you are open ! I have an emergency !
Hello , Mr . Henderson what can I do for you ?
I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned ASAP !
OK , I can have it ready by the end of the week .
No , you don ’ t understand , I need this tomorrow morning ! I accidentally spilled beer all over my wife ’ s dress and we have a wedding to attend tomorrow ! She ’ s gonna kill me !
OK , I can have it ready tomorrow afternoon , but this suit is also very stained . I can ’ t guarantee we can remove it completely .
Fine ! Can you also iron and starch this shirt ?
Certainly .
Great ! This is our secret ! If you see my wife , say nothing to her about this !
How often does the bus run ?
Every five minutes .
Oh , here comes a bus !
It comes on the dot .
My warmest congratulations on your promotion !
Thanks . It ’ s nothing special actually .
Don ’ t say that . It owes to your efforts and team spirit .
Oh , it was nothing . Anyone could have done it . I still have a lot to learn yet .
You are very modest . Best luck in your new position .
Thank you . I won ’ t let this promotion change me .
Yes , emergency . There is a huge fire here .
Calm down , sir . What's your name and where are you now ?
My name is Jerry and we are on the intersection of West Road and East Road .
Sir , leave the house if the fire draws any closer to your house . Our men will be over in 5 minutes .
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your work ?
Of course ! It is the No . 1 stressor in my life . You know job stress has become a very common problem these days . So we must learn to cope with it .
Totally agree . What is your solution ?
Well , there are two causes of job stress . One is employee characteristic and the other is company condition . So if we want to manage job stress , both we and the companies should do something . For me , I am trying to balance work and leisure time . You know , all work and no play make Jack a dull boy .
You seem to have a very relaxed outlook .
It is necessary . Positive attitude helps to prevent stress .
But I don ’ t think we can change our working condition . Anyway , we are not the bosses .
I heard some companies are providing stress management training and making changes inside them , like avoiding unrealistic deadlines and organizing relaxation activities . Our boss is a smart person . He will be learning from that if he would like to an efficient and healthy team .
Excuse me , is this the parcel counter ?
Yes , what can I do for you ?
I'd like to send this parcel , please .
What's in it , please ?
Some books and newspapers .
OK . please fill in this form and label it .
Is it all right ?
Yeah . And would you like to mail it by air ?
No , I'd rather send it by sea .
Thirteen yuan , please . Here is the receipt and change .
Thank you .
You are welcome .
But Ernie , we're still missing something . We need someone to play the music !
Oh right ... you know , my friend Eric is a DJ . Maybe he would like to play with us .
Hmm ... does he have a good ear for hip hop music ?
Well , I don't know , but we can find out . We can talk to him and ask if he wants to join our group .
Excuse me , is there any room available ? I want a single one .
Yes . When do you want it ?
Next Today . By the way , is there a closed circuit TV ?
Yes , sir .
What about laundry ?
Sorry , sir . You have to pay by yourself .
What time does the museum close ? Any idea ?
I'm not sure , but I think It's open until 4 o'clock .
What time is it now ?
It's a quarter past three .
I would like to buy some local handcrafts as gifts to my friends and relatives .
There are many stores selling handcrafts in Paris . Our store is wellknown for vase , table wear and jewelry boxes . You can take your time and choose whatever you like .
Well , the tapestry is delicate and beautiful .
You have made an excellent choice , it is our newcomer . The tapestry is on hot sell with the design and quality . The design on it is traditional Paris architecture .
How much is it ?
100 frances .
Mmm , it is reasonable . Look at this set of table wear , it is so beautiful !
We have a piece of table clothing to go with it . It is a brocade one with pretty stars .
This silver vase is a good ornament for the living room .
You are right .
I will take the tapestry , the set of table wear and the vase .
OK . Do you like these candles ? They are on sale now .
All right . I will take one .
It's so boring .
Don't you like it ?
I don't . Is there anything worth watching on the other channel ?
I think it's a basketball match on channel 5 .
Do you mind if we switch over ?
Well , I'd rather see a movie .
What's the movie ?
' Star war ' .
It must be interesting .
Yes , you're right .
Where can I get my baggage ?
Are you from a domestic flight or an international one ?
An international one from Seattle .
In that case , you should go to the baggage hall over there .
Oh yes , I see the sign , thank you .
Man ! That car almost hit me !
Yeah , that was close .
Excuse me .
Yes ?
Could you tell me where the copy room is ?
Sure . You just walk down this hallway . The copy room is the second room on the right .
Doctor , save my baby , please
What symptoms does he have ?
He has had a fever for one day . Just now at home , he had febrile convulsions with teeth and fists clenched and eyes turned up . We were at a loss what to do . We called an ambulance and brought the baby here .
How long did the convulsion last ?
About 3 minutes .
Does he have any other complaints ?
Three days ago , he began to cough , sneeze and have a running nose . Yesterday , he began to have a fever .
Have you taken his temperature ?
It was 38 ° C this morning and it was 39 ° C just now .
Let me examine him to see if there is any rash . No rash .
Is it serious ? Is it meningitis ?
No , it is not meningitis . Just a high fever and convulsions , which results from a virus upper respiratory tract inflection .
Does he have to be admitted to hospital ?
No . No need for admission . I'll give the baby analgia nose drops to bring down the temperature first . Then I will give you a prescription . The pink tablets are used for his fever . When his temperature is over 38 ° C , give him one tablet . The other tablets are sedatives for his convulsions . The white liquid is for the cold . Give the baby plenty of water to drink .
Thank you very much , doctor .
Jack ! Do you want to see a picture of my new puppy ?
Sure . I thought people only showed off pictures of their new babies , not new pets !
Well , this is my new baby . He ’ s just as much trouble . That ’ s for sure ! But , he ’ s a lot of fun !
I see what you mean . He ’ s really cute . How old is he ?
Thank you for organizing this great baby shower for me ! I ’ Ve always been to baby showers but never actually had one held for me ! Let ’ s get started !
Ok , let ’ s start opening some presents !
Oh look ! What a great little bib for the baby ! This will definitely come in handy ! Oh wow , you also got me a stroller ! That ’ s so great ! Thank you !
This next one is from Betty .
A highchair and car seat ! Wow Betty , thank you so much ! I really appreciate it !
One more from Carla .
A playpen and crib ! Thanks Carla ! This is just what I needed !
OK , that ’ s all of them . No more gifts . Now who wants to guess when the baby is due ?
Umm . I think my water just broke ! Get me to a hospital !
Wow , this is amazing . I'm glad we've come here . So cool .
I always love skiing . You know , it's a cool game for cool people . Stay with me and you will be cool , too .
Hey , look over there . It seems that there is something interesting going on . Let's go and have a look .
Sure . It's probably the skiing show . Adam told me there were many skiing clubs whose members put on shows to attract more visitors .
See that . It's so dangerous . My mom would never allow me to do that .
Hey , don't be so pathetic . It's a maximal sports show . What else can they do to attract more visitors ? Stop all this fuss and enjoy the show .
You are right . But what if the avalanche happened ?
They are all very experienced and great skiers . So I suppose the chance for them to be buried by an avalanche is slim .
Anyway , the show is breathtaking . By the way , where did they get so much snow in here ?
Don't you know that ? Are you kidding me ?
Hey , not everyone is as lucky as you to have a father who is a scientist .
Sorry . Well , they have the most advanced snowmaking machine .
Do you think the snowmaking may cause pollution ?
It's possible . But the boss here said they were doing whatever they can .
It's a good thing . OK , let's go skiing .
Here we go .
Would you like a smoking or non-smoking room ?
Non-smoking , please .
Good morning ! May I help you ?
Yes . My wife and I are interested in renting a house for the summer .
Do you want a furnished house or an unfurnished one ?
Furnished .
Very well . How long do you want the house ? All summer ?
No , not all summer . Just for six weeks .
I'm afraid I can only rent it for two months .
My holiday is only six weeks , but I think my brother and his family would take it for the other two weeks.Is the house in good condition ?
Yes , it is . It was just painted and it has all the modern conveniences .
Hello . Capital Hotel . May I help you ?
Yes , unlikely my flight will be 2 hours due to the fog . Would you please keep my reservation ?
Sure . May I have your name please ?
Lincoln . That's L-I-N-C-O-L-N . Thank you .
Doctor , I feel much better now . Will I be albe to go home some time this week ?
That's good to hear . You've had an ideal recovery from your operation . We're going to send you home tomorrow .
Do you think I can get back to work very soon ?
Don't be in such a hurry . I'm confident that you'll be completely recovered in 4 to 6 weeks .
Is there anything I should do ?
You'd better have a good rest for a week . Be sure to have regular meals . Stay away from alcohol.Give up smoking at least a little while .
Should I take some medicine ?
Yes . I'm going to give you some.Take one tablet of this medicine three times a day before meals . For that one , two tablets . And remember to come to the out patient department for a consultation in two weeks , please .
It's very kind of you .
You're welcome . We wish you a speedy recovery.Goodbye .
Sir , would you like some dessert now ?
Please show me the menu again .
Here you are . sir , the chocolate cake is very delicious .
No , thanks . I don't like chocolate . I'd like strawberry pie .
I am afraid there is none .
Then I'll have vanilla ice cream .
Fine . I will bring it right away .
Bruno Bistro , how may I help you ?
Yes , hello , I would like to make a reservation please .
Certainly sir , For which day and time please ?
Tonight at seven .
I'm sorry sir , but we are fully booked tonight until eight .
In that case , eight o'clock is fine .
Very well , and how many people will attend tonight ?
Four people .
Lastly , may I please know what name I should make the reservation under ?
Mark .
Would you please mail these letters , Lucy ?
Yes , Sir .
These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters .
All right , who should I send them to ?
It ’ s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ’ s right .
Well , Randy , I'd say you've got a bad case of the flu . The main thing to do is get plenty of rest and drink lots of liquids . I'll prescribe something for that throat .
Thanks , doctor . Is there anything I can take for this headache ?
Some aspirin or Panadol should help . You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription .
Okay .
Goodbye , Randy . Take care .
Good morning . Madam . How can I help ?
I'd like to take some money from my Fund Account at the Securities Company . Is that possible here ?
Certainly . We can transfer the money straight into your bank account here and then you can withdraw it right away . Could I have your Passbook for Bank-Securities Account Transfer ?
Here it is . Could I make a balance enquiry , please ?
Your balance today is 120,376 RIB .
Fine , I'll take 10,000 RIB , please .
OK . Please fill in this form and input you code here ... and again , please . I'll just check and see if the money has been transferred . Yes , transaction successful .
Thank you very much .
Hello , Can I speak to Tom , please ?
I'm afraid he is not in at the moment .
May I ask what time he will come back ?
I think he will come back at 3 p . m . Do you want to call later ? Or would you like to leave a message for him ?
I'd like to leave a message . Please ask him to call me back as soon as he returns . I'm A and he has my number .
OK . I will do that .
Thank you very much . Bye .
You're welcome . Bye .
Excuse me , I ’ Ve been waiting my main dish for quite a time .
Yes sir , just a minute , please . I ’ ll check with the kitchen . Thank you for waiting . It takes another 10 to 15 minutes , I ’ m afraid .
I have an appointment in half an hour .
I see .
Do you have anything else I can have instead ?
Well sir , yes . How about this stew ? We can serve you at once .
I ’ ll take this stew then .
Do you want to talk with John with tongue ?
No , tell him I'm tied up .
When should I tell him to call back ?
Tell him to call me tomorrow morning .
All right .
Thank you .
Now people are talking about world recession which started more than a year ago . Can you give us your personal assessment of the situation of the global economy ?
As you know , we are in a very special time . This is a very hard time for many countries ' economics , both developed and developing . I think the current economic situation could be described as synchronized slowdown of major economies .
What is the direct impact of the terrorist attack upon your country's economy ?
Once the US economy is in trouble due to the terrorist attack , the impact could be quickly felt in the rest of the world .
What challenges is your country's economy facing at the moment ?
We do face a lot of challenges because there is still much uncertainty about the world economy . It's very important for us to strike a proper balance between investment in fixed assets and household consumption .
So , what do you plan to do today ?
There is a Matisse exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art . Larry and I will go .
Did you buy tickets already ?
No . Do we need tickets ?
Well , probably . Probably you will have to wait in line if you don't have tickets .
Outside or inside ?
Outside , on the sidewalk .
Hmm . It's very cold today.But I brought my jacket . Maybe it will be alright to wait .
The MYOMA is very popular . There will be a lot of people .
MYOMA ? What's that ?
Oh , sorry.It stands for the Museum of Modern Art . It's an acronym . M O M A MYOMA .
I see . Do you have any suggestions for other things we should do ?
I suggest you go to the Jewish Museum.It ' s not far from the Guggenheim , near Central Park . It is really very interesting.Also , there is a great museum of medieval European art further up north.It ' s called the Cloisters .
How can we get up there ?
You can take a bus .
But Larry says the neighborhoods in the north are dangerous .
Finally we have a long holiday .
Yes , what about us having a tour ?
Good idea . Where shall we go ?
How about Milan ?
Great . Shall we go alone or as part of the group ?
Why not travel by ourselves ?
Hello . This is John ’ s Distribution . Can I help you ?
Yes . I need some ice water delivered .
Are you completely out ?
No , I have some , but not enough for the long weekend .
Okay . I ’ ll send someone to deliver it for you tomorrow .
Thank you .
No problem .
Please come in and sit down . I'm happy to finally meet you .
Same here . I've been looking forward to this .
I ’ m sorry I kept you waiting so long . I'm running a little late today .
No problem . That happens to all of us , it goes badly with the traffic .
Thank you . Can I offer you some refreshment ?
Why not , thank you . A little tea would be nice .
I'm here to conduct the annual census of foreigners living in Beijing . This is my service ID card .
OK . What do you want to know ?
We only need to verify your information against our records .
OK .
Please show me your passport and Residence Permit .
Here you are .
How long have you been living here ?
Two years .
May I know your occupation ?
I'm a professor at a university .
Is that right ? Which university , if you don't mind my asking ?
I teach at Beijing Normal University , English composition and some conversational classes .
Everything appears to be in order . Thank you for your time .
Do you wash clothes here often ?
I have been coming here for the past few years .
Why do you wash here ?
It's actually a lot cheaper for me to wash my clothes here .
I've only washed my clothes here a couple times .
Why don't you wash clothes at home ?
I would , if my washing machine wasn't broken .
Why don't you just get it fixed ?
I can't afford it .
So you plan on washing your clothes here from now on ?
That's my only option right now .
Don't worry . Besides , it's a lot cheaper to wash clothes this way .
Francis , you have done an outstanding work in the past six months . In view of your achievement , I trust you ’ re now indispensable part of our company and you deserve an officer director title .
I am so happy to know that I could make some contribution to our company .
This title does not only give you a raising pay-check , but also increase responsibilities . Congratulations , and hope the best for you .
Thank you , I will be doing my best .
I've brought this dress back to exchange it .
That's not a problem . Leave it with me , and find something that you like .
I was hoping you'd have something on sale today .
We have nothing on sale today . But we're having a big sale next weekend .
Is the sale going to include dresses ?
Everything you can see will be on sale .
I like the sound of that . I'll just come back next weekend .
The savings will be worth the short wait . See you next weekend .
Good afternoon , sir.What Can I do for you ?
Well . I can't find my key now . I think I have lost it .
Really ? Have you left it in your room ?
I don't think so . I took it with me when I went out this morning .
Well , in that case , you have to pay for it . Please fill out the form first .
How are you today ?
Very well .
Do you need help with something ?
I need to make a transfer .
What account would you like to transfer the money from ?
I want to transfer money from my savings account .
Where do you want the money to go to ?
I want the money to be transferred into my checking account .
How much money are you going to transfer today ?
$ 200 will be fine .
Is that all I can do for you today ?
I won ’ t be needing anything else .
Do you like the room ?
Yes . What is the rent ?
$ 300 per month .
Then what's the rent due date ?
At the beginning of the month . Besides , you should pay me $ 1000 as deposit .
I'd like to talk to Mr . White please ?
He stepped out of the office for a little while .
When is a good time to catch him ?
In about twenty minutes .
Give me a book please , Jane .
Which book ? This one ?
No , not that one . The red one .
This one ?
Yes , please .
Here you are .
Thank you .
Do you want a shampoo ?
Yes .
What brand do you prefer ?
An ordinary one will do.Would you put me under a hot dryer after that ? I'm in a hurry .
All right , miss.This one is very hot . I'll come to turn it off in fifteen minutes.Will that be alright ?
OK .
Come on . Don ’ t cheat on me . It ’ s a long shot .
It ’ s true . You should be happy about that .
I can ’ t make out anything , the words are too light . I thought they have already changed the toner cartridge this month .
It seems not or somebody has recently received a large fax .
Ok , no problem . We do it ourselves .
Do you know how to do it ? I am not so good at machine things . I will have somebody do it as soon as possible .
Check with somebody from the IT department . They are anyway in charge of the office electronic equipment .
What should I do to prepare for a job interview ?
An understanding of the basic workings of a company and the services or goods it provides is essential . Do you have that ?
Sort of , but I could know more , I guess .
With that understanding , you can figure out what your company is looking for in terms of basic attitude . Right ?
I think that they are a very formal company .
What you wear is important . So keep in mind what is suitable for the company and type of work you will be doing . Need help ?
I need a lot of help in this area .
In addition to clothes we need to think about other basics , OK ?
Yes , what else should we think of ?
Be prompt . Don't forget to be friendly and interested . Listen carefully and listen to what they are really asking you . You'll be a hit !
What are your responsibilities as a secretary ?
I did only simple things in the office , such as tidying up the office , serving tea , typing and filing , and so on .
What courses did you take in English secretarial studies ?
I took such courses as Secretarial Principles , Office Administration , Business English , and Public Relations .
Hello . Where are you headed today ?
I'm off to Barcelona for a week .
Do you have your passport with you ?
Yes , here you go . I don't need a visa to go to Spain , do I ?
Fortunately for you , you don't . Next time , if you have any questions about visas , you should try to find out before you get to the airport .
That's good advice .
Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat ?
Are there any seats available by the emergency exits ?
Let me see here ... yes , there's one left .
Ok . I'll take that one then .
Alright . How many pieces of luggage are you checking in ?
I like to travel light so I just have this one .
If that's your only piece of luggage , it is small enough to carry on with you . Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive ?
Yes , please . That's a fantastic idea . Which gate do I need to go to ?
You're here a bit early , so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour . Here's your boarding pass . Enjoy your flight !
All right . I want to bring everybody in on this project . When can we start working on this ?
Well , we could probably get started with a strategy meeting tomorrow morning at 8
I tell you what , 800 is no good for me , but why don ’ t you guys get started and I ’ ll come by at around 8
That ’ s fine with me . How much time are we going to have to work on this ?
I need a pan .
Okay . Do you have a particular size in mind ?
Well , the bigger the better , I think .
Look at this one . It's our biggest pan .
Yes , that is big enough , but it's too heavy for me .
Okay , we have the same thing in aluminum .
Oh , this is nice and light . But it has an aluminum handle .
Try this one . Same aluminum pan , but with a heat-resistant bamboo handle .
Oh , yes . This is very nice . I'll take this one .
That's a good choice . How do you want to pay for it ?
Cash . Oh , I almost forgot . I need a lid , too .
I'm so sorry . A lid comes with the pan . Here it is .
Well , Mr . Smith . That ’ s a nasty infection you have .
Yes . Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it , Doctor ?
I ’ m going to prescribe some antibiotics , and some cream to ease the itching and burning .
OK . Thank you . Where should I buy them ?
The pharmacy will give you a discount since you came to the clinic .
Great . What floor is the pharmacy on ?
The fourth . I ’ ll send the prescription down there , so you can just pick it up on your way out .
Thank you .
Our factory locates at a village in the east of the city . The area of it is 3,600 square meters .
We'd like to visit the factory . Can you show me the way ?
That's OK ! We'll take you to have a tour . Please follow me .
How many shifts are there in your factory ?
There are two shifts now in total .
What about your company's QC management ?
We established the strict QC standards and we have followed it for about five years with good results .
Where are the workers from ? From the villages nearby ?
Most of them live in the city . We provide free commuter buses for the workers . Besides , we built the dormitory building for the workers on night shift .
It sounds nice . We can't wait to visiting the factory .
My toothache started nearly a month ago . The pain's been keeping me awake . Would you please have a look ?
Open your mouth , please . Which one ?
The one right at the back .
I'm afraid we can ’ t save that one . It will have to come out .
Will it hurt much ?
I'll give you an injection , then you won't feel pain .
( 5 minutes later ) OK , it's all over . Spit there and bite the cotton ball tightly in place for half an hour .
It's raining heavily .
We have to find a shelter .
All right .
Let's go under the tree .
No , we can't . It's thundering .
Then let's go to that store .
Hi , I want to check out . Here is my room key .
One second , sir , while I print out your receipt . Here you are .
Thanks .
May I ask , sir , if you enjoyed your stay ?
Well , except for one night , I enjoyed the hotel . And I loved New York , of course .
Thank you for your honesty . I assure you there will be no cockroaches next time .
Have you attended school today ?
I attended school today . Did you ?
I wasn't able to attend school because I was feeling ill .
I'm sorry to hear that . Would you like the assignments from English class ?
I would really appreciate that , thanks .
It's no trouble at all .
If you get sick , I'll return the favor .
Thanks . See you at school tomorrow if you feel better .
Well , if you have no further questions , then we have done .
Thank you , Mr . Owens , for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me .
You ’ re welcome . I appreciate your coming .
When can I contact you about your final decision ?
We need to consider several other applicants and we hope to make a decision by the end of this month . We will call you regardless of whether you are hired or not .
Thanks a lot ! I will look forward to the good news . Please call me at this number between nine and eleven in the morning .
Well , I really appreciate your coming today .
The pleasure is mine . It ’ s nice talking with you . Good-bye , Mr . Owens .
Good-bye .
Tom . Please do not disturb me for the next hour .
Are you having a meeting ?
Yes , and I don't want to be interrupted .
I understand .
Well , Mr . Smith . That's a nasty infection you have .
Yes . Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it , doctor ?
I'm going to prescribe some antibiotics and some cream to ease the itching and burning .
Ok , thank you ! Where should I buy them ?
The pharmacy will give you a discount since you came to the clinic .
Great ! What floor is pharmacy on ?
The fourth . I'll send the prescription down there so you can just pick it up on your way out .
Thank you !
How can I help you ?
well , I'm looking for some summer clothes .
Oh , it is the right time for you purchasing in our clothes shop . We are now having a low price on all our summer apparel .
Really ? What's that ?
Everything for summer is 20 % off .
I like this T-shirt . Would you like to help me look for any skirts that go with it ?
Sure . We have both skirts and trousers that would look well with the T-shirt . Look at this section .
This one is good .
You have good taste . It is very much in style this year .
I'll take this one . How much are they ?
160 yuan .
Here you are .
What are you having for lunch ?
I got a sandwich , some chips , and a soda .
Did you bring that from home ?
I got it from the cafeteria .
What kind of sandwich did you get ?
They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich .
How was it ?
Considering it wasn't what I ordered , it was still pretty good .
I think I got a sandwich there once before .
Really ?
Yes , and they didn't get my order right either .
Could you project what you would like to be doing five years from now ?
As I have some administrative experience from my last job , I may use my organizational and planning skills in the future .
How do you plan to accomplish this ?
By doing everything necessary and for further study .
How long would you like to stay with this company ?
How long I will stay with the company depends on whether the company and I are satisfied with each other .
What do you think of this industry's outlook in five years ?
I do believe this industry will be developed rapidly in 5 years time .
Hello ? This is John Smith.Can I speak to Mr.White , please ?
This is Mr.White speaking .
Hi . I understand that you have a house for sale , haven ’ t you ?
Yes .
I ’ d like to know more about it .
Can you come to my office this afternoon at 3 o ’ clock ?
OK . I will be there .
Thank you for calling.Goodbye .
Bye .
Hey , Jim , you're 15 minutes late . What's up ?
I got stuck in a traffic jam .
Hurry up , the show is about to start .
It looks like you're very interested in the circus .
Yes , I love to see the animal show .
I have never seen those before , but since you're so excited it should be good .
I'm sure you'll love it .
Okay , I will go and get some popcorn first .
May I have a cookie ?
Help yourself .
What's the matter ?
Checking out , please .
Can I have your keys , please ? Thank you . Here's your statement .
Excuse me . What are these charges ?
Oh , these are the phone charges and these are for something from the bar .
Wait a minute . I made a phone call , but I never made a connection .
I know , sir . Those aren't telephone company charges . Those are hotel charges .
Isn't that a bit excessive ?
I'm sorry , sir . It's our policy .
OK . Here is the money .
Thank you . Welcome to our hotel again .
Can I help you , sir ?
Yes , I'd like to look at some suits .
Oh , this way please . What size do you wear ?
Size 41 . I want something in dark flannel .
How about this one ?
It feels all right . But if it were a darker color , I'd like it better . This seems too light for winter . Do you think you could get me one ?
All right . I'll show you something darker . Do you like this one ?
It looks good . But can I try it on ?
Of course . Let me help you .
Thanks . It's comfortable . Well , how much is it , please ?
$ 280 .
Ok . I'll take it . Here's the money .
Mike , you're seventeen years old , right ?
Yeah , Why ?
You look quite mature beside your cousin who is eighteen .
You can bet on that .
Come in and sit down .
Thanks , Mr . Liang .
Among all the assistants , I think you're on top of it . Based on the annual evaluation , the board of directors decided to give you a bonus .
Really ? I am too happy .
I've been reviewing your work over the past few months . Thanks to your excellent work , we benefit much from your project . And you should get the perfect attendance award too .
Thanks for your trust . Owing to my colleagues ' help , I've successfully completed my task .
You are very modest and diligent . The distribution of bonus derived from the performance evaluation . You deserve it .
Thank you very much . I will redouble my efforts in the future .
Donna ! How are you ? It's good to hear your voice .
Thank you . Jack , it's always a pleasure doing business with you .
So how are things in the land of the free and the home of brave ?
Great ! And , how are things in your neck of the woods ?
Things are so great here . I almost smiled myself to death last week . One of my coworkers had to give me CPR .
Oh.Jack , I have missed your sense of humor.Ha ha ha ! Nobody else sees things quite like you do.It ' s your gift .
Or a curse .
Nope , it's a gift.Anyway , we need some more of those mid-range speakers you tricked me into buying last time .
That , my dear , was classic sales technique delivered by a professional .
Are you still gouging your customers the same price per unit ?
Heck no , we doubled the price , but because it's you , I'll let you have'em at 50 off .
You silver-tongued devil . Can't you ever just answer a question with a simple yes or no ?
I could , but where's the fun in that ?
Hi . I ’ m here for flight 514 returning to Beijing but the board shows there is a delay.How long of a delay is expected ?
So far it looks like we will be leaving two hours late , but keep checking the departing flights status board just in case .
Do you think it ’ s safe to leave to get a quick bite ?
I think you should stay in the airport . Even though the delay is expected to be two hours , the flight departure could be announced any minute . Who knows ?
What seems to be the problem ?
It seems there are some loose bolts on one of the wings . It happens all the time . No need to worry .
Umm ... You know ... Actually I was thinking of trying another airline . No need to hold my seat .
I need to go to the ATM .
So , why don ’ t you ?
I have no idea how to use the ATM .
What do you mean ?
This will be my first time using an ATM .
I can help you with that .
Explain to me how to use it .
Just put your card into the machine .
Now what do I do ?
Then you need to type in your PIN .
Now what ?
Just click on one of the choices they give you , and that ’ s it .
Would you like something to drink ?
Yes please . Do you have any teas ?
Of course we have lots of teas ?
What do you recommend ?
What about a green tea or perhaps a jasmine tea ?
What ’ s this one ?
That ’ s Oolong tea – it ’ s a Cantonese tea .
Ok , I ’ ll try that .
May , is this the Hall of Ancient China ?
Yes . Look at these historical relics here , amazing !
Why are they all in glass boxes ?
For protection . Some relics will turn to dust if exposed to air .
So there isn't air in the glass boxes ?
No , there isn't . They are all vacuumed .
I wonder how old these things are , thousands of years ?
Yeah , they all come from a very ancient time .
Hey , look at the three-leg cup . I've seen it on TV .
The bronze cup was made 4,000 years ago . It's priceless !
Yeah , it has no value at all . Who will use this cup today ?
Danny , priceless means so valuable that you can't put a price on it .
Oh , it does ?
I am so worried about this English contest . I have butterflies in my stomach now !
I have confidence in you . Believe in yourself .
What would you like on your pizzas ?
We want one vegetarian supreme and one double pepperoni .
Would you like anything to drink with that ? For $ 1.50 , you can get a two-liter bottle of Coke .
No , thanks .
All right . That'll be $ 12.50 . Your pizzas will be there in 30 minutes .
Thanks .
We are redecorating and I'm going to add some things .
Well , I'll be glad to help you out . We can deliver what you need to your office .
Shall we meet at 1:15 this Thursday ? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit .
Fine , I'll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday .
Can you tell me the way to library ?
Sure , turn left at the next crossing .
Is it on Xinhua street ?
Yes . You can't miss it .
Comfort Inn , may I help you ?
I ’ m looking for a hotel near the convention center .
You ’ re in luck ! We ’ re just a two-minute drive from there . Would you like to make a reservation ?
Not just yet . I have one or two questions . How much for a single ?
During the peak season , a single room goes for 50 dollars on a night . But we ’ Ve got a Single Super Saver Special going on right now – only $ 30 a night . And we ’ Ve also extended our checkout time 00 in
That ’ s a good deal . Since this is a working trip , I wonder if you have meeting rooms where I can get together with some clients .
Yes , we have five meeting rooms , of various sizes . We can accommodate large meetings and small , informal gatherings as well . Of course , if you have many small meeting , you might consider checking
That sounds great . Do you accept checks ?
I ’ m sorry , sir , we don ’ t . But we do accept all major credit cards .
I am sorry to trouble you , but there's a lot of noise in the next room .
Oh , is there ? Which room is it ?
It's . I think , neighbours on the right .
You mean the room thirteen-thirteen ?
I'm not sure , but I think so . I'm very exhausted , but I can't sleep .
All right , ma'am . I'll check and tell them to be quiet .
If next room is still noisy , could you give me a different room , please ?
Have you ever been to Xi ’ an ?
Yes , I ’ Ve been there several times on business trips . But I have never really seen the terra-cotta warriors as it is outside the city .
I ’ Ve heard many people saying that it is a place worth touring . I really want to see the old walls and terra-cotta warriors one day . Of course I won ’ t miss the local food either . You know , the sites interests a food in scenery , food is a key factor when visiting a place .
I agree . As long as the food is not too bizarre once I saw some people eating insects . That is frightening .
Sure it is . Is it convenient to get there by plane ?
Well , the airport is quite far from the downtown area , but it is still more convenient than taking the train .
A ticket to London , please .
A cheap day return ticket ?
Yes , including London Tube .
That'll be twelve pounds .
Doctor , what is the best way to stay healthy ?
Having a good diet is probably the most important thing .
It is very confusing to know what to eat .
You need plenty of fruits and vegetables , small amounts of protein , and whole grains .
Are there certain things that I should avoid ?
You shouldn ’ t consume too much sugar or caffeine . Also , watch your intake of fatty food .
After watching my diet , what else should I do ?
You need to stop smoking , and make sure that you get 30 minutes of exercise every day .
Can I have a glass of wine now and then ?
As long as you don ’ t overdo it , a glass of wine a day should be OK .
Darling , I am back . What are you doing ?
I am washing clothes . Are you hungry now ? Wait for a moment , I'll cook dinner for you . ( Steven bends his brows )
B , should we get a maid ?
I can do all the housework . We don't need a maid .
You have worked very hard in the office . If we can get someone to help you , you can have more rest .
We really don't need to .
You are a good wife , Julia . But you must take care of yourself .
Give me some time to think about it .
Can I reserve a room from the 13th to the 18th ?
Certainly . How do you like your room ?
I'd like a suite . What's the rate ?
$ 40 per night .
Is there anything I can do for you ?
Excuse me , can I change my order ? I am afraid I don't have so much time to enjoy my dinner .
I am sorry , sir . Your fish will be ready in five minutes so you can't change it .
That's all right .
Have you graduated now ?
Yes . I graduated this past June .
Which university did you graduate from ?
Guangzhou University .
What degree did you receive ?
I received a bachelor's degree in Economics .
What courses did you take in college ?
My major courses were Microeconomics , Macroeconomics , International Trade , International Finance , World Economy , Psychology and Business English
Why did you choose to study Economics ?
Because I was quite interested in Economics then .
Can you speak other languages except English ?
I can also speak a little Japanese .
I am very satisfied with your answers .
Thank you very much .
Once you arrive at the American airport , please call me .
OK , don ’ t worry about it . I will .
Take care of yourself .
Sorry , Mary , I can't make it in time for dinner .
Okay , Bob , when will I see you ?
Maybe I will be around later .
Okay , I'll see you later .
I am sorry , sir . I have broken the reading lamp in my room .
Well , sir . May I have your room number ?
503 . I would like to pay for it .
Please fill out the form first .
OK , can you bring me a new one ?
Of course .
Excuse me . I need to refill this prescription .
It says on the bottle here that you can have two refills .
Yes , I need to refill it today .
Alright . I'm sorry , Miss . According to our file , this prescription has already been refilled twice .
I was worried about that . I couldn't remember if I had it refilled twice yet or not .
Well , it looks like you have.You will need to see your doctor to get a new prescription .
Listen . This is an emergency . I tried to call my doctor , but he is out of town . So I can't see him in time . I need this medicine . It is for skin condition . I've run out.Can you just refill it once more ?
I'm sorry , Miss . We can't do it . We must follow the prescription.And this prescription has run out .
But I need it . Please . Refill it for me just this once . I can go to the doctor around ten days from now . Then I'll have another prescription .
Miss , I understand your problem.But it is against the law for us to sell certain medicines without a prescription.It ' s the law . I can't do anything about it.We never sell medicine unless we have a proper prescription . Never .
But I have a prescription . I just need more of it .
A prescription must be valid . It cannot be an expired prescription . I'm sorry , Miss . It's the law.You will have to find another doctor who will prescribe this for you .
Oh , it will be so expensive ! I have a special medical plan , and I can only see one doctor.It will cost me a lot of money to see another doctor .
Miss , I just can't help you on this . I'm a pharmacist , not a doctor . And there are other customers I need to help now . I know it is frustrating when this happens.But there is nothing I can do about it . I'm sorry .
This is ridiculous ! In Taiwan , it is much easier to get medicine when I need it .
Maybe that's true . I don't know.But I'm sure in Taiwan you have prescriptions too .
What are you doing ?
I ’ m trying to put the vase on the shelf .
Let regive you a hand .
No , thank you . I can manage it , I think .
There are so many record players here . That is hard to choose .
Look at this one . It has a radio and cassette player and built in speakers .
I'd rather get one with separated speakers.They give a clear sound .
Yes , but we shouldn't get any thing too big . Remember it has to fit in with our living room furniture .
That's right . Now this one looks alright ? It's a detached or do you prefer this one ? It's Sony .
Let's ask the salesmen for a demonstration .
Ahhchooo !
You've been sneezing a lot lately . Are you sick or something ?
No . Every spring time around April , I'm stricken with allergies .
I never have seasonal allergies .
Consider yourself lucky .
What are all the symptoms ?
Well , as you just saw , I sneeze a lot . Also , my nose becomes very runny , my throat sometimes itches , and my eyes start to water .
That doesn't sound good .
No , it's not . So you don't have any type of allergies ?
Well , I have a severe allergic reaction to alcohol . It runs in the family .
Everyone to some extent is allergic to alcohol .
I get it pretty bad . My whole face turns red , including my ears . My eyes become bloodshot , and I start to itch all over my body .
That's pretty bad .
But that doesn't stop me from drinking . Ahahah .
Let's have a look at the map first .
All right . Wukesong stop is quite a few stops from here .
Let's buy some tickets .
The train is coming . There are a lot of people waiting here . let's stand in a better position to get on the train
Well , it's not as crowded as we expected , is it ?
No , but it will be soon . Look , there're two empty seats over there . Let's get them .
What do you do ?
I'm an apprentice with a local engineering firm . My training lasts for two years . Two days a week I study Engineering at a local college . If I pass all my exams , I hope the company will take me on as an engineer .
I want to keep a pet , but I don't know which one to buy ?
Dogs are nice , but they are really energetic , and you need to make sure they get enough exercise every day .
Having a dog would probably be too much work for me , then .
What about cats ? They are more independent .
Actually , I was thinking of something a little more exotic . I don't want a common pet like a dog or a cat .
How about a lizard ? Are lizards more along the lines of what you were thinking of getting ?
Yeah , are they easy to look after ?
Yeah , they are pretty low-maintenance ; they eat almost anything .
Can I be of any service to you ?
I've been told that Chinese arts and crafts are famous for their excellent workmanship . We'd like to take some home . What would you recommend ?
There are over a thousands kinds of articles in our shop.For example , there is tricolored pottery originating in the Tang Dynasty , embroidery , batik , jade carving , just to name a few.Do you have anything in mind ?
No , not really.But I think it should be something distinctively Chinese . And easy to carry .
I would suggest you buy paper-cuts , embroidery and batik.They are very easy to carry .
So , we'd like to see some embroidery .
Hey , Mary . We're back . Have you eaten yet ?
I had some bread for breakfast .
Let's go out for brunch .
Brunch ?
It is a meal that combines breakfast and lunch . On Sundays , many Americans sleep late and go out for brunch . Those who go to church without having breakfast have brunch also .
Actually , many Taiwanese wake up late on Sunday mornings , too . It may be a good idea for them to eat brunch instead of eating breakfast and lunch .
Hi , my name is Sovia.What ’ s your name ?
My name is Jeff .
What do you do ?
I ’ m a podiatrist . What about you ?
I ’ m a nurse.What do you do in your free time ?
I like to play piano , go bowling and chat with my friends.And you ?
I like to hang out with my friends , play games and go swimming .
Would you like to go out some time ?
Sure , that ’ d be great.Where would you like to go ?
Anywhere with you .
Aren ’ t you sweet .
Oh , I'm starving . I'd like to try some real Chinese cuisine . What would you recommend , waiter ?
Well , it depends . You see , there are eight famous Chinese for instance , the Sichuan cuisine , and the Hunan cuisine .
They are both spicy hot , I've heard .
That's right . If you like hot dishes , you could try some .
They might be too hot for me .
Then there's the Cantonese cuisine and the Kiangsu cuisine . Most southerners like them .
What about any special Beijing dishes ?
There's the Beijing roast duck .
Oh , yes . I've heard a lot about it . I'd like very much to try it . Where can I find it ?
You can find it in most restaurants , but the best place is certainly Quanjude Restaurant .
Is it near here ?
Not too near but not too far either . A taxi will take you there in 15 minutes , If the traffic is not too bad , I mean .
Well , thank you for your information . But what is the name of that restaurant again ?
Let me write it down on this slip of paper for you . You can show it to the taxi-driver .
That's very kind of you . Thanks a lot .
hi , Isaiah . How are you ?
I ’ m well . And you ?
fine . How ’ s your job going ?
I don ’ t know if I told you or not , but I decided to start my own business .
really ? That ’ s fantastic . What kind of business is it ?
I ’ Ve started an investment banking firm with some of my old colleagues from Goldman Sachs .
how ’ s it going ?
it started off a bit slow , but now , business is really booming !
that ’ s such great news . I ’ m really happy for you ! Where is your office located ?
our headoffice is here in Beijing , but we ’ re planning on opening up two more offices soon .
where will those be located ?
if all goes well , we ’ ll open one up in Hong Kong in April and another one in Singapore in October .
when will you find out ?
we ’ re negotiating the final details of the leasing contracts tomorrow .
well , good luck . I hope it all goes well for you tomorrow !
thanks !
Ant Shirley , it's being years since we last met . How were you doing in the passing years ?
Pretty well . What about you ?
Fine . Where are the other guys ?
It's a bit disappointing that they are all out for a movie .
Bad timing . I want to see them so much . How are they ?
Not bad . I heard you are going to graduate this coming summer , right ?
Yes , that's why I'm here . I'm thinking about buying a second-hand apartment .
Did you go to a real estate agent ?
No , that will be too expensive .
That's true . By the way , what kind of apartment are you looking for ?
My first job's salary will be a bit low . So the cheaper the better . Just one I can afford .
Sure . I'll try my best to find a satisfying one for you .
I'll appreciate it so much .
Good afternoon .
My goodness ! It ’ s the afternoon ? Doesn ’ t the time fly ! Do come in and sit down .
Thank you .
What ’ s the time ? My watch has stopped .
It ’ s half past twelve .
When do you have lunch ?
From one to two .
What do you normally eat ?
We usually go to the cafeteria .
Oh , it ’ s time to have lunch now .
let ’ s go together .
Merry Christmas , Bill .
Merry Christmas , Jina .
What are you doing there on the computer ?
Come have a look , I received many beautiful e-cards . They are from my friends , all over the world . Christmas wishes for all my friends .
That's pretty interesting . Did you get one from Haven ? The reason I ask is that I am looking for her number .
Sorry , I don't have it . But I do have her Email . You want me to sent it to you ?
Yeah , that would be great . Thanks .
No worries . I just for her card . And you can get her from Email . I would really like to talk to her again . I kind of miss her a little this days .
Thanks million .
My pleasure .
There are so many eating utensils on the table . Which ones do I use first ?
Use them from the outside in .
I see . A set for appetizers and another for the main course .
Right . We do the same thing at home . Don't you remember ?
Oh yeah . The big napkin goes on my lap .
Let's look at our menus .
Cindy , help me order because I'm still not very familiar with American cooking .
Well , we order appetizers first and then entrees .
It was nice talking to you .
Why are you trying to rush me off the phone ?
I really have to go .
Why ? I still wanted to talk to you .
I have things to do .
Like what ?
Don't be nosey .
I'm not . I just want to know .
Well , it's really none of your business .
That's harsh .
I'm sorry , but I have to go .
Fine .
Mom , will you have time to help me with my homework today ?
Sorry , I won't . I'll be working against the clock to finish my presentation .
Well , Peter , you have to do better than that next time , won ’ t you ?
Have I really got to do those exams again , Dad ?
Of course , you have . You must try harder this time .
And must I go back to school ?
No , you needn ’ t do that . You ’ d better get a part-time job somewhere and go to evening classes .
But Dad , I should be working full-time at my age . I ’ m nearly 17 .
You ought to have worked harder then you wouldn ’ t have failed your exams . You have to take a job and study .
What else I ’ Ve got to do ? Join the army ?
Who knows ! That might come to later .
How do you do ?
How do you do ?
My name is Wang Liang , I ’ m from Beijing . Where do you come from ?
I come from the city of Tangshan in Hebes Province .
You're from Tangshan ? I can't believe my ears . I was also born in Tangshan , but I was brought up in Beijing .
Really ? It's nice to meet you . How long have you been with this company ?
Just over 4 years now . Since this is your first day here , I'm sure you don't really know too much yet . Let me show you around , so you can introduce yourself to everyone .
Oh , Thank you very much !
Hello , Parker . How's everything ?
Can't complain . And you ?
Business is booming . I understand you want to meet up with me next week . How's your schedule look ?
Let me see . I can come out and see you first thing Wednesday .
Great .
I like to open up a savings account please .
O . K . We offer a few different kinds .
I want the one with the highest interest rate .
That would be our Saver's Plus account .
4.5 % , that's good . How much money do I have to keep in it to get that rate ?
You have to maintain a balance of $ 10,000 in the account or the rate drops to 3 % .
All right . I ’ ll open one of those .
Just fill out these forms , and I ’ ll be with you in one second .
Thanks .
Hi , where can I find a cheap cashmere sweater ?
How about an outlet ?
Great idea !
Outlets give good deals .
Thank you so much .
You're welcome .
I have difficulty with this form . Will you please explain it to me ?
Actually there is a sample over there . But if you still have a problem , let me know .
Oh , that's great . Thank you very much .
Do you develop films here ?
Yes , we shall . What size do you like ?
Well , the 4 x 6 is fine .
Which do you prefer , color or black and white ?
The last one is black and white , all the rest should need color .
OK .
I hope they will come out well . When should I pick them up ?
They will be ready at noon tomorrow . Each negative develops one print , right ?
Yes , it is . And develop them as glossy as possible .
No problem . Do you need another film ?
Yes , a roll of Kodak film please .
It is totally $ 20 including the deposit for films .
How come it is slow as a snail today ?
You mean the network connection ?
Yes , I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now . It took me almost one minute to open it . Then there is no response for any click .
I have the same question . I can ’ t send out mails . We ’ d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately .
Ok .
I need help . I think my arm is broken .
Alright . Have you been to this hospital before ?
No , I haven't . I need help quick . It hurts really badly .
I understand . It's good you came to the emergency room .
Let me see a doctor .
I'm sorry , sir . You will need to wait at least a short time.We are very busy tonight . There was a big car accident on Highway 106 .
I thought this was the emergency room .
It is . But unless you are critically injured , you still need to wait.You aren't bleeding , are you ?
No . Only a little . I fell off my porch .
Oh , that's terrible . Is it your right arm or your left arm ?
My left arm .
Can you fill out this form then ?
No , I can't . I'm left-handed .
That's very inconvenient for you then.You ' ll probably have a cast on your left arm .
Yes . But why do I have to fill out a form anyway ? This is the emergency room .
Yes , it is . But even in emergency rooms there is some paperwork to be done.Have you ever been in an emergency room before ?
No . Just let me see a doctor . I'm worried about my arm .
Be brave , sir . It won't be long . I will fill out the form for you . What is your name ?
Steve Schliessman . S C H L I E S S M A N .
Alright Steve . Your social security number ?
349-95- 8821 .
Do you have medical insurance ?
Yes , I do . Blue Cross .
Do you have your insurance card with you ?
No , I don't .
Well , you can call it in later . You can phone us .
Can I sit down now ?
First I need to get your address . Try to move your arm as little as possible .
Hi ! Is that the new laptop you brought last week ? It looks very nice .
Yes , it is . Thanks . I ’ m just surfing on the internet .
Here ? In this cafe ? How can you do that ?
This cafe offers a wireless internet connection . That means I can get on the net for free while I ’ m here . Of course , I have to buy a cup of coffee !
That ’ s great . Can you do it anywhere ?
No . you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection . There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city .
So , what programs do you have on your laptop ?
I ’ Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs .
I know you are keen on photography . It ’ s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera . Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone , anywhere , at a
It ’ s wonderful , isn ’ t it ? Would you like to see some photos that I took recently ?
What shall we do today ?
We'd better stay in the hotel , because the tour will begin tomorrow .
Let's go out for some exercise , shall we ?
What an excellent idea !
Shall we do some jogging ?
OK .
I feel well now .
Yes , some exercise is necessary for us .
Quite right .
I was wondering if you need any help on your new project .
Sure ! That would be great ! Are you good at writing or would you rather do the computer work ?
I would like to help with the computer work .
Great ! We are going to be working in teams of three . Are you OK working with others ?
Yes , I like working like that .
We will begin next Monday . Would you be available then ?
Yes , I can be there .
Well , if you could send me your basic background information before next Monday , it would be useful .
OK , I will send the information to you .
Well then , thanks for your help . Have a great day !
Congratulations , Francis . Your hard working finally pays off . I am so happy for your promotion .
Thanks , Monica . Without support from you and other colleagues , I would not have made it .
I hope I could get promoted some day . Tell me about your experience , ok ?
Well , just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough , you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective . Don ’ t be afraid of taking challenging . They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal . You learn more from that actually . Sometimes , you need to fail to be successful .
How do you think if I volunteer for some work ?
I think it is a smart idea . Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives .
Taxi !
Yes , sir . Where to ?
The city square , please .
Are you in a hurry ?
Yes , I have to be there to meet a friend at 5 thirty pm . So we're sure we can get there on time ?
I'm afraid not , sir . Generally we can , but you know how it is in the rush hour now .
I see . Here's the extra 5 $ for you if you can get me there on time .
All right . I'll do my best .
Oh.we made it . Thank you . How much do I own you ?
The reading on the kilometer is 12 $ .
Here's the money , keep the changes , please .
Do you need a receipt ?
No , thank you .
Janice , I can't find the document I was working on last month . Can you help me to look for it ?
Susan , I'm sorry . Did you look up those files I requested ?
Yes , but I still can not find it . Maybe it is in this cabinet .
I couldn't find the files you request , even though I checked all the cross-references . I don't think it's there .
I am sure that document was filed .
Well , let me check again under a different heading .
Good idea ! It seems that I asked you to put it in Nova's files .
Maybe that's why I couldn't find it . All the documents on Nova are filed under ' V ' .
What would you have ?
I'll try Chinese wine .
What about this dry red ? It's good indeed , it never goes to the head .
OK . Give me one , please .
Here it is .
Thank you .
I'm always at your service .
Are you planning on voting ?
Yes . Are you ?
I will be voting tomorrow .
What ’ s your polling place ?
My polling place is at the park up the street .
Oh , yeah ?
Yeah , where is yours ?
I don ’ t know .
How is it you don ’ t know ?
The location of my polling place never came in the mail .
You can always just check online .
Let me go do that .
I am sorry , I have broken my wine glass , and would you please bring me another ?
Sure . I will clean the glasses for you .
Thank you . Where is the washing room ?
Walk straight and turn left .
What's wrong , officer ?
You do realize that you ran a red light , don't you ?
I did ?
You didn't see the red light ?
I'm sorry for running it , but I really didn't know .
Didn't you learn that red means stop ?
I know that .
Then tell me why you sped up on the yellow light .
I'm not sure .
I'm giving you a ticket for this .
I'm sorry for the misunderstanding .
Maybe you'll think about this before you decide to run another light .
Medicine Industry , this is Peter Bush speaking , can I help you ?
Good afternoon , could you connect this call with Mr Brown , please
May I know who's calling ?
This is Li Ping of ABC computer company limited . I'm calling on our Mr Wilson the general manager of our company .
I'm sorry , Mrs Li , Mr Brown is now in a meeting.May I have your number , and ask him to call you back later ?
I'm afraid Mr Wilson would like to speak to Mr Brown right now.He ' s got an urgent matter to discuss with Mr Brown without delay .
Ok , then would you please hold the line ? Mr Li , the line is through , Mr Brown is ready answering the call , go ahead .
Thank you for your assistance , Mr Bush .
You are welcome .
Mr . Li , I come to remind you of the meeting scheduled at 11 o'clock this morning .
Oh , that's right . And the general manager asked me to report the company's sales for last year at the meeting .
By the way , the meeting will be held in your office .
OK , thank you very much .
Not at all . That's what I should do .
Bob , would you come and help me ?
Of course . What do you want me to do , Mom ?
Could you hold these packages while I look for the key ?
Alright , what's in them ? They are so heavy !
Just things we need for the picnic tomorrow .
Well , hurry up and open the door please . I told you these things are heavy .
I'm sorry , but I just can't find the key . You must have it .
Oh , yes , it's in my pocket . But how can I get the key while I'm holding all these bags ?
Excuse me . My name is Dan Ford . I have an appointment with the dentist at 3:30 .
Yes , Mr . Ford . The dentist will be ready to see you in a minute . Have a seat .
Thank you .
Isn't it past your bedtime already ?
I am not sleepy .
It's getting late , and you have to wake up early tomorrow .
There is no way that I can fall asleep right now .
Try listening to some soft music .
It won't work . I'm nowhere close to being tired .
I really don't care , just go to sleep .
What if I stay up and do something , until I get tired ?
You'll be up all night if I let you do that .
I'm going to get to sleep eventually .
You need to go to sleep now , so go to sleep .
Good night .
I want to go try on these clothes .
What did you find ?
I found some jeans , and a new blouse .
Go and try it on .
What do you think ?
I love that shirt on you .
What about the jeans ?
They don't really fit you right .
I don't think so either .
That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you though .
Well , I'll just buy the shirt .
That would be a good idea .
Now , Miss Childs passed on your resume to me and I ’ Ve had the chance to look it over and I must say I ’ m quite impressed .
Thank you very much . I ’ Ve tried to keep it short and clear . If there ’ s any questions please feel free to ask me .
Well yes , I do have a number of questions , but perhaps first you could give me a brief overview I ’ d like to get a little bit of an idea of your background .
Yes , of course . Well as you can see from the resume I ’ m 27 and grew up in Brooklyn , New York , although our family moved to London when I was quite young , at around sixteen .
Ah I see , so you were actually educated in Europe ?
Yes precisely . Although I was born in the US , I would definitely call London home . But as you see I ’ Ve actually spent a lot of my life moving from country to country . My Father was in the oil business before he retired so we also spent a number of years in Saudi Arabia too .
Very interesting . So it seems you had quite an adventurous childhood .
Absolutely ! We were never still for too long . But now I ’ m really looking to settle down .
I see . okay , well let ’ s move on to discuss your education shall we ?
Can you tell me , Ms . Smith , about the training programs you initiated this year ?
We ran a call center training service and language program to ensure that our customer service representatives are well trained .
What ’ s the result ?
We directly attribute an increase in our customer service feedback of 50 % to the increase in language skills and training that our employees have received .
That seems very impressive . Good work !
Thank you , but I cannot take all the credit . Our employees have all worked very hard to increase their productivity level .
Well , good morning , Tom . I haven't seen you for a long time .
I'd been feeling pretty well until just a few days ago .
What seems to be the trouble now ?
I feel run down , tired . I've been having headaches almost every day . And I'm not getting as much sleep as usually do .
Have you been eating properly ? Eating the right kind of food is important for your health , you know .
Well , I haven't been eating well , I guess . I usually only have enough time to grab a sandwich and a cup of coffee for lunch .
And what about dinner ?
Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all .
That's not good . You don't have a well-balanced diet . Have you been taking vitamin pills ?
I don't like to take any medicine at all without talking it over with a doctor first .
Thank you for purchasing your new mattress with us .
No , thank you .
Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you , sir ?
That would be great .
When do you want it delivered ?
I need it delivered tomorrow . Will that be possible ?
What time exactly ?
I need it delivered at 12 o'clock .
We can have it to you at that time .
That's not a problem ?
We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock .
That's great ! Thank you very much .
Can I help you ?
Yes , I'm looking for a house .
To buy or to rent ?
Oh , to rent .
How much do you want to pay ?
About 300 a month .
Well , I've got one here . It's 260 a month .
How big is it ?
It's got a kitchen , a bathroom , and one bedroom .
Well , actually I prefer something a bit bigger if that's possible .
Yes , I think so . There is also an interesting one.It ' s opposite the park .
How much is it ?
It's 325 a month . It's the biggest we've got in this area .
What's it like ?
Well , There're two bedrooms , a sitting room , a kitchen and a bathroom .
It sounds interesting . Can I go and see it ?
Of course , Sir .
Would you please mail these letters , Lucy ?
Yes , Sir .
These two are urgent letters and should be sent by registered express airmail . Others are ordinary letters .
All right , who should I send them to ?
It ’ s sent to Mr . Charles . I believe he is in London .
Ok , home or office address ?
Office address , please . He might be at work when they arrive .
Should I enclose this commercial paper with these two letters ?
Yes , it ’ s right .
What are you reading ?
Oh , it ’ s the latest novel by Ray Blue . It ’ s a sic-fi thriller .
I thought he usually wrote horror books .
He does . He ’ s good at this genre too . It ’ s a captivating read .
We ’ re going to the bookshop . Would you like to join us ?
Yes , I would . I need to buy a textbook for my course and , as you know , I love browsing through the latest paperbacks .
Me too . I need something to read on the flight to New York . I can never sleep on planes . Sarah wants to pick up some children ’ s books for her daughter .
I want to look at nelson Mandela ’ s autobiography .
This is sure to be a worthwhile read .
Doctor , I have the worst toothache !
How long have you had this pain ?
For about a week or so , but it ’ s gotten really bad in the last couple of days .
Did you do anything that might have aggravated your tooth ?
You know , I was eating jawbreakers in the movies the other day , and I accidentally bit down really hard on one .
What kind of toothbrush do you use ?
I just use a regular hard bristle toothbrush .
Does it bother you when you eat something really cold ?
Yes , it definitely bothers me more when I do that .
Good evening .
Good evening.My wife and I would like a room , please.Is there any room available ? We don't have a reservation .
Let me see.Yes , we have one room left.You ' re lucky.It ' s the last one .
Good.We ' re tired after driving all day , and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room .
This room has two double beds.It ' s number 56 at the rear of the motel.It ' s quite a comfortable room .
How much is it for one night ? We only need it for tonight.We ' re going to continue our trip in the morning .
It's forty-five dollars a night for two.Is anyone else traveling with you ?
No , it's just the two of us .
Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card ?
Credit card.We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips .
Please fill out this registration card.Here is your key.You can park your car in front of our room.Check - out time is noon .
Thank you very much .
Thank you , sir.Enjoy your stay with us .
Let's go to the animal shelter .
What do you want to do ?
I want to get a puppy for my son .
That will make him so happy .
I'll get him one of those little dogs .
One that won't grow up too big .
And eat too much .
Do you know which one he would like ?
Oh , yes , I took him there yesterday . He showed me one that he really liked .
I bet you had to drag him away .
He wanted to take it home yesterday .
I wonder what he'll name it .
Hello . I want to send the computer to my sister in Shanghai by logistics transport .
OK . Is it in the box ? May I see it ?
Yes . This is the computer and this is the keyboard and the monitor .
Is there anything else ?
There are a mouse and a camera .
Is that all ?
Yes . How much is it to send these things to Shanghai by regular delivery ?
It depends on the weight of these things . Generally speaking , we will charge you ten yuan for one kilogram .
I see . Can you weigh them for me , please ?
Please go over there to weigh them .
OK . See you later .
what happened ? Why didn't he win ?
didn't you hear ? He was disqualified .
how did that happen ? He's so talented ! I thought he had a great chance of winning a gold medal !
if he didn't have any drug problems , he would have won .
what ? What kind of drugs was he using ?
he was taking steroids to make him stronger and faster .
I thought that all athletes were supposed to be regularly tested for drugs .
they are . The reason why they didn't disqualify him until after the race is because the results from the text only came back afterwards .
that's so disappointing . I don't know why top athletes would feel the need to take drugs .
I don't think it's right , but I can understand why they might . Imagine how much pressure there would be to win for your country !
regardless of how much pressure you're under , there's never a good reason to take drugs .
I agree . Hopefully with the new regulations , fewer athletes will try to cheat with drugs .
let's hope so .
I need to use the ATM .
What ’ s stopping you ?
I ’ m not sure how .
I don ’ t understand .
I ’ Ve never used one before .
I can help you figure it out .
What do I have to do ?
Slide your card into the machine .
Then what ?
You need to type your PIN in .
What do I have to do next ?
Click on whichever option you want , and you ’ re done .
What are you doing ? Checking the " to do " list for the wedding ?
Yep . There's still so much to do !
So let's start by checking off what we've already done .
Did you reconfirm the plane reservations for all the Taiwanese guests ?
Not yet , I was busy getting that videographer who films stuff for the Net .
Cool ! I can't believe he agreed to go all the way to Dallas with us !
Hey ! We're paying for his ticket !
It is my first time coming to China . I want to buy something unique of China to my friends as gifts .
We have a great variety of Chinese antiques and porcelain . Do you like them ?
Yes , I love them , but they are fragile . It is not convenient to take them .
You are right . How about paintings and embroidered handkerchiefs ?
Sounds good . May I have a look ?
Of course . These paintings have many designs , such as animals , flowers , landscape , aquatics and so on .
They are beautiful , but I can't understand the connotation in them . Let me see the handkerchiefs .
All right . Chinese embroidery is one traditional art with elaborate design and high quality .
Oh , I like the bamboo design . What is this ?
This is a series of animals , called Chinese zodiac .
Good . So I will take three series and five bamboo ones .
OK , I will wrap them for you .
Can you make out what he's saying ?
No , it's too loud in here .
Excuse me .
Yes ?
Can you tell me the way to the Peak Tram , please ?
Certainly . Go along Queen's Road ...
Along Queen's Road ...
Yes , and turn right at the Hilton Hotel .
Right at the Hilton .
Then go up Garden Road , past the Cathedral .
The Cathedral ?
Yes . Then cross the road at the next traffic lights . The Peak Tram is straight ahead . You can't miss it .
That's very kind of you . Thank you . Er ... have you got a pencil ?
Yes . Why ?
Can you repeat all that ? I think I'd better write it down .
Hi , Nally , are you hungry ?
I'm starving . Let's go grab a bite .
Where to ?
How about Karlis ?
Are you kidding ? That place is too ritzy for lunch .
True . ok Let's go to Grumose ?
Same thing , meals there all coarsen arm and leg .
I guess it is a little pricy .
Let's stop it at Multicolor for a quick lunch ..
That will be Ok . Come on , I can't wait to chow down .
That was a great lunch , the food was good , but the service was lousy .
Is that why you stiffed the waiter ?
You got it . All right , Let's go back to school .
Good morning , sir .
Good morning . I'd like a business suit made with this material .
Do you have a particular style in mind ?
The kind that never goes out of fashion , I guess .
I think you should realize that even the most conservative style changes .
I'm sure you're right . I just dread the idea of making a new suit every year .
The changes are usually not that dramatic . We just got some pictures of the latest fashion . Would you like to take a look ?
Good . I think I'll choose this single breasted one . When can I get it ?
Next Friday .
Thank you .
Oh , gosh ! I feel everything around me is against me .
Don't take it too hard . There are some tips you should know in job-hunting of 2010 .
Well , I am all ears . Maybe they are helpful .
Firstly , you must always show your best to the interviewer . And secondly , try to avoid spamming through e-mails , because this will make the reader go crazy . The last but not the least , there is no substitute for pounding the pavement in such a digital age .
I understand what you mean , and I will not upset myself . Face it .
Good luck to us .
Look , Mary ! There are so many people over there !
Oh , I remember , there is a job fair in the personnel market .
I have never been to the personnel market .
Really ? I have been there several times .
Are there many employers ?
Yes . The personnel market is a place specially for job-hunters and employers .
So there will be many large companies in the personnel market , right ?
Yes , there are many famous corporations .
When will there be a job fair ?
Every Saturday and Sunday
Do I need to pay to go into the personnel market ?
No , it's free .
How about going there to have a look now ?
OK , let's go .
Could you show me the T-shirt on the model ?
Here you are . We have three different colors , white , blue and pink .
What's the price ?
$ 12 .
Can you make it any cheaper ?
It is cheap .
I'll take it if you give me a discount .
$ 10 . That's the best I can do .
OK . I'll take the blue one .
Hello , again . Did you discuss everything with your colleagues ?
Yes , yes . It seems that everything is settled .
Have you decided how you would like the salaries paid ?
We have discussed it and decided that at the moment we would like the salaries to be paid into the employees's accounts , whether they are currently with this bank or not .
That's not a problem .
Of course , if we are happy with the service after the initial period we will recommend all employees either transfer their accounts to this bank , or open new accounts with you .
Thank you very much . We always welcome new customers .
I think this spring is a good time for us to start looking .
We should plan to move out of here before July . I'm tired of living in apartments .
I know , dear . I am too . But we've just been too busy to look for a house .
We need to find a good realtor .
Not necessarily . If we use a realtor to find a house , it will be more expensive .
What do you mean ?
Realtors always get a commission.If the realtor helps us find something , we have to pay him .
But doesn't a realtor help with the contract ? I thought they take care of all the legal troubles .
Yes , that's often true . But you have to pay them .
I still think we should have a realtor.We ' re new in this country . We don't know all the laws of buying a house.And also , the realtor will inspect the house.He can tell us if the house has
Of course we need a home inspector.But we can hire an inspector on our own.And as for the legal problems , I have friends . They can help us .
So how can we find a house if we don't have a realtor ?
It takes a little more time . We have to check the ads in the paper.Probably also there are special real estate magazines with ads.Then we have to drive to the homes and look at them .
And doesn't the person selling the house have a realtor ?
Sometimes they do , sometimes they don't . It's best to find someone who is selling by themselves .
Why ?
Because if the seller has a realtor , their price will be higher.He will have to pay a commission to the realtor .
Hmm . It all sounds very complicated .
It is . But buying a house is very important . So it takes time.That ' s why we haven't done it yet . It's very troublesome .
I want to look in the papers today . Maybe we can see something we like .
Alright . I'll buy a newspaper when I go to the drug store .
I'm calling about our appointment . I can't call on you this evening.My wife is terribly ill .
Sorry to hear that .
How about next week ?
Fine , we'll be expecting you then .
Which restaurant do you prefer ?
I'd like to taste Mexican food .
How about the one on Baker Street ?
Oh , I've never seen a better Mexican restaurant .
The numbers in this table don't seem to be in accord with reality .
I know , but these are the figures that we came up with .
Oh , so the zoo is over there . Thank you so much for your help .
You ’ re welcome . Can I ask you what brings you to China ?
I ’ m actually travelling around Asia .
Oh , very nice . How long will you be in Beijing ?
Probably another week .
Oh , I see . Well , I ’ ll give you my phone number and if you need a guide , please call me .
Thank you very much . That ’ s very kind .
Could you type up this document for me , Sandra ?
Sure , but I have to finish this report first .
Never mind . I'll do it .
Are you interested in mountaineering ?
Yes , in some sense . I should say I like mountain climbing , you know , because I'm not so professional . How about you
I'm the same with you , an amateur mountain climber . I went climbing in the Rocky Mountains with my friends last summer vacation . We spent two days in the mountains .
How did you spend the night there ?
We pitched a tent in the night , waiting for the sunrise . Wow ! It was too beautiful .
I had a similar experience , but that was on the top of Tasha Mountain in my country .
Tasha Mountain ? It's very famous in China , isn't ?
Yes . It is one of the Five Mountains .
I want to climb Tasha Mountain this summer vacation . Would you be my guide ?
I'd love to .
Sir , what's wrong with you ?
I have a spasm of nausea and dizziness .
Have you ever suffered from airsickness before ? You're probably airsick .
No , this is the first time on a plane . Maybe you are right .. Please get me some pills .
OK . I will get some for you . There's an airsickness bag behind the seat in front of you.Please wait me for a moment . ( Go away for a few minutes , and now she comes back . ) Here are two pills . And the water is in the glass too.Please take the pills with water .
Thank you very much . ( Take the pills . )
Are you feeling better now ?
Much better now . Thanks again .
My pleasure .
Hi Bill , it ’ s Jane .
Jane , I ’ m on the other line , can you hang on for a second ?
Sure .
OK , I ’ ll be right back .
Have you decided what you'd like ?
Yes . First I'll have tomato juice .
And then ?
I'll have the lamb chops , well-done , please .
Good morning , Madam . What can I do for you ?
Can you show me some traditional Chinese arts and crafts ?
Maybe sandalwood fan is good .
Would you show me some ?
Of course .
They really smell fragrant . How much is a real sandalwood fan ?
The small ones are one hundred yuan for each . And the big ones are two hundred and thirty yuan .
I'll take two small ones and a big one .
What else are you interested in ?
I'm afraid not .
OK . Here you are .
Good morning.Mrs.Smith .
Good morning ! Can you help me , please ? I'm looking for some books for my mother .
Well , what kind of books does she like ?
She's very fond of detective stories ?
I see.Has she read any detective stories ?
Oh , yes !
Do you know if she's read this one ?
I'm not sure , but she probably won't remember if she has ! She's very forgetful !
Ah ! She has a bad memory.How old is she ?
She's eighty-seven .
I suggest you take this book.It ' s very exciting .
Thank you.That ' s a good idea.she likes exciting books.Can you suggest another one ?
Hey , Jimmy , you've been sitting in front of the TV all day . Anything interesting on TV ?
Not really . Quite boring right now , actually . Mostly infomercials and public service announcements .
Why don't you turn off the TV and get outside ? You need to get some fresh air .
I know , I know.But my favorite show is on in a couple of minutes . It's the series finals , and I wouldn't miss it for the world !
Really ? What's the series about ?
Well , it's about how an immigrant girl achieve her dream in America . It's a sitcom but really quite smart and really funny . I think you'd like it .
It sounds interesting , but I am not a big fan of TV shows . They're time consuming and don't have much depth .
I believe some shows are quite informative and interesting . Take this show for example , it examines American xenophobia and how it might conflict with the American dream , with hilarious results .
Really ? that's interesting !
Yeah.Oh , here it comes ! why don't we watch it together ? they are going to have a court debate in this episode . It should be good .
OK , I'll give it a go .
Hello , hot water overflowed from the bathtub . Would you help me ?
Would you turn off the tap ?
I did it .
Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door .
Ok , I will .
I will have our housekeeper come right away .
I am sorry , I was too tired to fall asleep .
When you woke up , the water was coming out the tub ?
Right . Can I compensate for the damage with the travel accident insurance ?
Hi . I'm looking for a gift for my niece .
Well , little girls seem to love Barbie dolls .
That's perfect . I want to see one .
Here you are — she's called Digital Barbie .
Oh , I like Digital Barbie ! How much does she cost ?
This Barbie is only $ 29.95 .
That's perfect . Let me have her .
Very good . Is there anything else you would like ?
No , that'll do it for now .
Including tax , your total will be $ 32.42 . Cash or charge ?
Let me give you cash , please .
Here's your change and receipt . Thank you .
Please put your baggage on the counter and open it , let me have a look .
Yes , sir . Please examine it .
Anything subject to duty in your suitcase ?
No , sir . Nothing except my personal belongings , such as clothes , notebooks and some gifts .
Any cigarettes or liquor ?
I have cigarettes for my own use .
I think you'll have to pay some duty on these cigarettes because they exceed the quota . And this article is liable for duty .
How much duty should I pay ?
One hundred dollars .
Here is the money .
Just a moment . I'll make out your duty memo . ( Writing and giving the memo to Mr . Green ) Take it and pay the girl over there .
Thank you .
So that concludes the introduction . Now let's move to the first part of my talk , which is about 2006 fiscal year marketing plan . So first , right off the bat , When looking at the marketing plan , tell me some of the goals that we had set this year to begin with ...
We wanted to appeal to a younger set of consumers and also , in line with that goal , redo our image ...
That's correct . If you remember , we also set a goal to double distribution in overseas markets . Now , when looking at the data to evaluate whether or not we made our goals , there are three things to consider . First , the original condition of the market , second , our marketing numbers from the previous year , and third , our final sales figures for this year . Now I want to describe for you the second and third parts . If you look at the overhead , you'll see a graph ... The blue line represents our sales from the year 2005 , the red line is the sales in 2006 ... As you can see , our sales in 2005 were quite slow to start off with , but managed to make decent performance in the last part of the year . On the other hand , you can see this year's sales took off like a rocket .
Excuse me , sir , may I talk to you ?
Bill ! Sure , come on in . What can I do for you ?
Well sir , as you know , I have been an employee of this prestigious firm for over ten years .
Yes .
I won ’ t beat around the bush . Sir , I would like a raise . I currently have three companies after me and so I decided to talk to you first .
A raise ? Son , I would love to give you a raise , but this is just not the right time .
I understand your position , and I know that the current economic downturn has had a negative impact on sales , but you must also take into consideration my hard work , pro-activeness and loyalty to this company for over a decade .
Taking into account these factors , and considering I don ’ t want to start a brain drain , I ’ m willing to offer you a ten percent raise and an extra five days of vacation time . How does that sound ?
Great ! It ’ s a deal ! Thank you , sir !
Before you go , just out of curiosity , what companies were after you ?
Oh , the electric company , gas company and water company !
Are you going to vote on Tuesday ?
Of course . How about you ?
I ’ Ve already voted .
How ’ s that ?
I sent in an absentee ballot .
Why ?
I won ’ t be able to vote on Tuesday .
Why not ?
I have to work .
Why don ’ t you go to work late ?
I have important business to take care of that morning .
I see .
How would you describe your ideal job ?
I think the job should make use of the professional experience I have obtained , and offer me opportunity for advancement .
Why do you think you might like to work for our company ?
I feel my background and experience are a good fit for this position and I am very interested.What ' s more , your company is outstanding in this field .
What makes you think you would be a success in this position ?
My graduate school training combined with my experience as an intern should qualify me for this particular job . I am sure I will be successful .
How do you know about this company ?
Your company is very reputed in this city . I heard much praise to your company .
Did you see the picture of the guy on the front page of the newspaper this morning ?
No . I haven't had a chance to read the paper yet .
you've got to see it . It's an unbelievable picture !
What's so interesting about it ?
Well , this guy fell asleep on the sofa and when he woke up , half his face had been bitten off !
What ? How did that happen ?
They think his dog was trying to wake him up and couldn't , so ended up biting him in his face .
Wow . What does his look like now ?
It looks pretty frightening . He doesn't have any lips , so all you can see are his gums and teeth . Most of his nose and chin are missing too .
What did he look like before his dog bit his face off ?
He was actually quite handsome . What a shame .
What's he going to do now ?
It said that he's hoping to get a face transplant , but until then , he's looking forward to Halloween so he isn't the only one wearing a mask .
Excuse me . We're leaving today . I'd like to pay our bills now .
OK . By the way , I'd like to tell you that the check-out time is 12
I see .
Have you used any hotel services this morning or had breakfast at the hotel dining room , Mr . Green ?
Yes , my friend and I just had breakfast at the dining room , but we didn't use any services .
How about the charge for the days you shared the room with your friend ?
Please add to my account .
The total for the eight days is five hundred sixty yuan .
OK . Here you are .
I'm not sure about how to operate the washer and dryer .
What's the problem ?
I need help turning them on .
You need change .
The machines take change ?
Yes . It costs fifty cents for the washer and a dollar for the dryer .
Where do i put the money in ?
You put the coins into the slot , push it in , and it will turn on .
That's it ?
There's nothing else to it .
Thank you very much .
You're welcome . Let me know if you need anything else .
Dad , can you lend me some money ?
What for ?
I want to get a ticket for a concert tonight .
All right.Here ' s the money . I suppose I'll have to drive you there .
How much money do you expect in this position ?
With my experience , I'd like to start at 3,000 RIB per month .
Well , it is a little more than we had planned .
I think you will find I am worth it .
Could you help me with these books ?
My hands are full . Can ’ t you see that ?
Please , George .
All right . Just wait a minute , OK ?
I firmly believe that if we invested in funds we could earn a lot of money .
All wet.You are such a fool .
Good afternoon , sir . What can I do for you ?
I'd like to get this prescription filled .
No problem . Please wait a minute . ( She goes to the back for a few minutes . ) Here is your medicine , sir . Take two tablets after each meal and once before bed .
Thanks . Do you sell aspirin here ?
Yes , our over-the-counter medicine is over there on that shelf .
Oh , I see it . Do you have multi-vitamins ?
Yes , right over here .
( The customer gets the aspirin and vitamins . ) That'll be $ 16.00 .
Here's a twenty .
Here's your change . Thank you .
How long do we stop over here ?
2 hours .
What for ?
The plane must fuel before flying to Paris .
Can we get off the plane ?
Surely of course .
Do you have anything to declare ?
I have a camera and three bottles of whisky .
OK . You'll have to pay duty for the whisky .
Well , where shall I pay the duty for the whisky ?
Please wait a moment . I'll make out the duty memo . Here you are . Take this and pay the people over there .
I've paid the duty . Here is the receipt
Very well . I hope you'll enjoy your stay in China .
Thank you .
The skirt looks beautiful . Can I try it on ?
Of course .
Well , I think this one is a little too small . Would you please bring me a bigger one ?
I am sorry the larger ones are out of stock now . But you might be lucky at our Branch .
I want to reserve rooms for my colleagues .
What kind of rooms do you want ?
A single room with a bath and one double room facing the lake .
No problem . Your room numbers are 201 and 204 .
Thank you .
Hi ! Fiona ? I almost didn't recognize you . You are much thinner since I last saw you .
Yes . I have lost about ten kilos .
How did you do it ?
I am on a diet . And I do more exercise regularly .
What's the secret then ?
It lies in perseverance .
Well . It's hard for me . I can't keep doing exercise .
You should have a try .
Excuse me . Can I open a postal savings account in your office ?
Of course . What kind of postal savings account do you want to open ?
Hum .. Can you recommend me one with high interest ?
OK . We offer a few different kinds of postal saving services . They have different interest rates .
I want the one with the highest interest rate .
That would be our Savers Plus account . You must pay 10 000 yuan into your deposit account . In this way you can get 5 % dividend at the end of the year .
All right . I'II open this one .
Just fill out these forms , and I ’ ll be with you in one second .
Thanks .
What kind of cuisine do you have ?
We have Sichuan food , Hangzhou food and Beijing Food . Which do you like best ?
Hangzhou food .
OK . How about Dongpo meat ?
All right . I'll take it .
Do you like to use chopsticks
Yes , I like using chopsticks .
Do you like some soup ?
Yes , but I don't know what soup you have .
We have beef soup and tomato soup .
Good . I prefer beef soup .
According to usual practices , we serve dishes first and then soup . If you like we'll bring you some soup first .
Save it until you've served dishes .
All right . I'll be back right away .
Excuse me , is there a department store near here ?
Yes , there ’ s a department store in Wang Fu Jing .
Where ’ s Wang Fu Jing ?
It ’ s to the east of Tiananmen Square .
Thank you .
You ’ re welcome .
How much is it to rent an economy car ?
$ 19 a day or $ 129 a week , unlimited mileage .
Could I have one for tomorrow morning ?
Could I see your driver's license ?
Sure here it is .
Good . Now just complete this form .
Why is there water all over the bathroom floor ?
I'm sorry - it's my fault . I was filling the bathtub and I left the water running too long , so it overflowed .
That's OK . As long as you clean it up .
Can I help you ?
Yes , is there any vacant room for tomorrow ?
I am sorry . We are full up for tomorrow .
Well , is there any other hotel nearby ?
Yes , the Sunset Hotel is three blocks away . Maybe you can ask them .
Thank you .
What ’ s up ?
I guess there is some kind of virus seeking into my computer , I can ’ t send out this e-mail . Do you have the number of the text port ?
Do you mind I have a look at your computer ?
Of course not , I appreciate that .
Well , it has nothing to do with virus . The problem is your attachment is a bit larger . It has exceeded the e-mail capacity .
I see . What can I do now ?
You can send a compressed one .
Try it on in front of the mirror .
Well , I think the color is a little too bright .
We have darker ones . Do you like the style ?
Yes . What's this made of and how to wash it ?
lt's made of silk and you had better wash it by hand in cold water .
Steven , you are always looking in good shape . How do you keep it ?
I pay much attention to my daily diet . You know good eating habits help to fortify the body against disease .
Yeah , you are right . Tell me your normal diet .
I eat more fruits and vegetables and limit amounts of fatty and fried foods .
And ?
I drink milk every day . It's really good for building strong bones and teeth . I drink tea quite often , for it's protective against kidney cancer .
Oh , no wonder you are healthy .
You are what you eat , and a healthy diet creates a body resistant to disease .
Thanks for sharing your experience with me .
You're welcome !
Emergency road service . May I help you ?
I have a flat tyre .
All right . What's your membership card , please ?
489 3362 1978 .
And your name ?
Eve .
What's the expiration date on your card ?
It's July 16,2009 .
Where is your car now ?
It's on the west street , near Royal Hotel .
And which direction were you going ?
I was going west .
What is the make and model of your car ?
BMW 530 .
What color is it ?
It's red .
What's your licence plate number ?
SAY 201 .
All right , Madam . I'll have a tow truck there within 30 minutes .
How do you do , Mr . Johnson ? I'm Thomas .
How do you do ?
I'm coming for the job you've advertised in yesterday's newspaper .
OK . What's your working experience ?
I have worked for IBM for three years .
How do your experiences benefit our company ?
I know the marketing from top to bottom and I can develop a new market for you .
Are you aware of the aspects of this position and do you feel you are qualified ?
Yes , I understand my qualification and your needs by researching your company .
If you enter this company , what section would you like to work in ?
If possible , I'd like to be positioned in the International Trade Department .
Then , what starting salary do you expect ?
I'd like to start at RIB 4,000 a month .
Excuse me , could you tell me where Peking University is on this map ?
Let me see . Here it is .
Could you tell me how to get there ?
I ’ m afraid I can ’ t because I ’ m a stranger here .
Oh , thanks all the same .
Not at all . You can ask the policeman over there .
We are interested in some precision machine tools . We have some inquires on hand .
That's fine . We can supply all kinds of precision machine tools . Our products are much admired in the world market and enjoy a wide acceptance in modern industry .
Can I have a look at your catalogue and the corresponding technical data ?
Why , of course . Here are some that will show you our latest development . You may select which ever you need .
I think our users have the impression that your prices are always much too high , compared with those of other supplies .
Excuse me . It's true that our products do cost slightly more than the other makers , but It's only due to our technological superiority .
Your products may have certain advantages , but your prices are too stiff .
If you give us your inquiry , I shall go very carefully into the price and try my best to put you on the best of the terms .
OK , I'll come back to discuss it to some details after our users have studied your catalogues and price list .
Yes , surely . We hope to do some substantial business with you .
Can I take your order now , Madam ?
Yes , what would you recommend ?
I'm happy to recommend the fish , It testes delicious , and it is today's special . Our chef is from the coast , and love seafood . Today special is actually his favorite dish . so I'm sure it is a
It does sound wonderful , maybe I'll try it .
Is there anything else ? Maybe I can interest you in one of fine appetizers , such as the escargot .
Not today , thanks . But I'd like to know any of the vegetarian dishes .
Yes , here's the menu . What would you think of your order .
Maybe I don't want the fish , I think I had the greenbean dish instead .
What kind of soup would you like ?
I'd like the egg drop soup .
Ok , is that all ?
Yes .
what would you like anything to drink or you wait ?
Just nice water , thanks .
Look , here is a very special business card from an illustrator . Every time I go through my book of business cards , I will notice it . It is an eye-catching one .
Wow , fantastic . I like the font and color for his name . It is creative yet personal .
Yes , it is a bold design . People will believe he can make an illustration as an impressive as a business card . It just stands out from those plain and standard ones used by government people or other big private and public organizations .
I agree . Business cards are great tools for promoting personal business . It won ’ t take much time to design an amazing card , but it can make a big difference among the crowd . And you ’ ll always notice it from your collection . For they have outspoken colors , own design and the sizes are not always according the mainstream business card . I wish to have one like this . But for sure our company has its own corporate design which all employees have to follow .
Excuse me . This bus goes downtown , doesn't it ?
Yes . Where do you want to go ?
The Workers'Stadium .
This is the right bus .
Will you let me know where to get off ?
Certainly.Four more stop after this . I'll call out the stops .
Thank you .
How are you , Kim ? I haven ’ t seen you around for a few days .
Oh , I was out sick most of last week . I ’ m still not completely over it . You ’ d better not get too close !
I ’ m sorry to hear about that . Why don ’ t you join me for a hot cup of tea ? It ’ ll be good for you !
Sure , why not ? I could use a rest .
Hi , I need a hotel room .
That's no problem at all . May I have your name , please ?
Certainly . My name is John Sandals .
It's a pleasure , Mr . Sandals . My name is Michelle . What days will you need a room ?
Friday afternoon , April 14 through Monday morning , April 17 .
One minor problem , sir . Our prices are now slightly higher . Is that acceptable , sir ?
Please tell me the price , so I can make a decision .
It'll be $ 308 nightly .
That's a reasonable price .
Good ! Now , sir , do you have a preference for smoking or nonsmoking ?
I quit smoking , so nonsmoking .
I hear you , sir . Nonsmoking . Now , about the bed , is a queen-size okay ?
A queen sounds great .
Okay , sir , let me reserve those dates , there . Now , if you'll just tell me your phone number .
That would be 626-555-1739 .
That's 626-555-1739 . Thank you so much for choosing our hotel , sir !
do you like animals ?
yes , doesn't everyone ?
what's your favorite animal ?
it's hard to say . While dogs are more affectionate , cats are much easier to take care of .
have you ever had a dog ?
when I was little , we had a few domestic dogs at home .
they always say that dogs are a man's best friends . do you think that's true ?
definitely . rich or poor , dogs always love their masters .
how about cats ? Have you ever had one for a pet ?
i had one a few months ago , but she ended up running away .
how did that happen ?
she left through a window that was open one night and never returned .
you must have been devastated !
i was pretty sad . i still hope that she'll return some day !
I hope she does . Do you think you'll ever get another pet ?
I think I will . It's difficult to feel longly when you have a pet around .
i hope your cat finds its way back home .
i do , too .
have you moved into your new house yet , Michael ?
we just moved in yesterday , actually .
so , what do you think about the place ? Are you glad that you moved in ?
it's great ! Unfortunately , we're going to spend a fortune doing everything up .
how old is the house then ?
it's about 200 years old . It has a lot of history !
sounds fascinating . Where is your new house located ?
it's just off of the ring road .
do you have a big yard ?
it's bigger than our last one . I've got flowers in the front , and fruits , vegetables and a fish pond in the back .
is your house well-lit ?
oh , yes . Our windows let plenty of natural light in . They've also got wonderful views of the park behind our house .
how many rooms does your house have ?
right now , there are three bedrooms , two barrooms , a kitchen , a sitting room , a dining room , and a living room . We're hoping to add on a green room and a guest bedroom . In fact , when the guest room i
I'd be up for that !
We have achieved great success last year.The most important is that we realize our strength lies in after-sale service .
Your achievement is obvious to all .
What we will do is to strengthen it .
Yes , this is also the competitive edge of our company .
I ’ m hungry , let ’ s go grab a bite to eat .
Yeah me too . Oh ! Can we stop at the shop really fast ? I lost my makeup bag at the airport and I want to pick up a few things .
Will you take long ?
No ! Five minutes I promise !
Come on ! We have been here for almost an hour ! I thought you said you were only going to get a few things ! How long does it take you to pick out a lipstick and some nail polish !
Are you crazy ? You have no idea what you are talking about ! Just for my eyes I have to get eye-liner , an eyelash curler , eye shadow , an eyebrow pencil and mascara . Then I need to get foundation , liq
Whoa whoa whoa ! Are you nuts ? How much is all this going to cost ? I ’ m looking at the price at each one of these little things and it ’ s outrageous ! This is basically a crayon !
What about you ? You spend as much or more money on your razors , after shave , cologne and gel ! Not to mention how much you spend on clothes and ...
Fine ! Get the stupid thirty dollar crayon !
A cup of coffee sounds good , doesn't it ?
Yes , but I think I'll have orange juice first .
Do you feel like having anything to eat ?
Well , I think I'll try the pancakes . How about you ?
Sounds great . That's just what I feel like having .
They're here ! Now that's speedy service ! And they arrived within two days of each other !
What are you waiting for ? Rip ‘ em open !
Wow ... this shirt is nice , but looks big .
It's nice , but how much did you end up paying ?
With the shipping included--seventy dollars .
Hmm ... not so hot . They sell them here for about that .
What's the side dish that you're making for dinner ?
I'm not sure . I was thinking of making a vegetable .
What kind of vegetable are you thinking about making ?
Do you know what kind of vegetable you want to eat ?
Why don't you make some corn ?
How would you like the corn ?
I don't understand what you mean .
Do you want it boiled , grilled , or microwaved ?
Why don't you grill it ?
That's how you want it ?
Yeah , that sounds delicious .
Okay , I'll grill some corn then .
How slowly you drive !
I'm sorry . Something is wrong with my taxi .
Where does it go wrong ?
Let me stop my car for check . Oh , my god . I got a flat tyre .
Can it keep going ?
Sorry . You'd better get off for taking another taxi .
Mom , where are you going ?
I am going to buy some food to cook for supper .
Good . I wanna come with you .
How strange ! Our little emperor now asks to help out with shopping .
We learnt about vegetables and meat at school . But I never see the real thing .
Wow , that's something new . Let's go ! What's this , honey ?
Er , is it cabbage ?
Cabbage ? Is that what they teach at school now ? OK , honey , it's spinage .
Yeah , I know , this is Popeye's favorite food .
There we go .
Mom , come here . I know this , it is carrot , am I right ?
Bingo ! It's dark outside , Let's hurry up .
These goods can be broken very easily , so we would be thankful if you would be sure to use durable packing materials .
That will be no problem . We never use any kind of inferior packaging . Your goods will be safe .
Good . Can we ask you to put a country of origin mark on each container ?
We always do that , but I will make a point to check it for you since it is so important .
Do you always put a quality mark on each container ? For this shipment it is crucial to us that you do .
We don't usually do that unless we are asked to . I'lI tell my staff to take care of this for you .
Thanks . This shipment is so important to us there cannot be any foul-ups .
Our Afghan customers wanna buy China's tea . I am thinking of placing an order with you .
Which tea do you prefer , black or jasmine tea ?
I like both . Could you show me some samples ?
Of course , here you are . These are Black tea from Anti , Oolong tea from Guangdong , Oolong tea from Fujisan and Longing tea from Xinu . The new products are Curls Black tea , Crushed Black tea and so on . They are the best sellers in many countries .
Oh , such a variety . All of them are excellent both in color and flavour . No wonder our people like China ’ s tea better than any other kind . Could you give me some idea of the prices ?
Here is our price list . All the prices on the list are subject to our final confirmation . You can see the prices are reasonable .
I'd like you to quote me CIF Karachi .
Right . Could you tell us the quantity you require so that we can work out the offer ?
Yes . I want 500 kilograms of Black tea from Anti , 200 kilograms of Jasmine tea from Hangzhou and 100 kilograms of Crushed Black tea , first grade .
Good . We will make the offer tomorrow afternoon . Is that all right ?
Yes . See you tomorrow afternoon .
Hello , how are you doing today ?
I ’ Ve been having trouble breathing lately .
Have you had any type of cold lately ?
No , I haven ’ t had a cold . I just have a heavy feeling in my chest when I try to breathe .
Do you have any allergies that you know of ?
No , I don ’ t have any allergies that I know of .
Does this happen all the time or mostly when you are active ?
It happens a lot when I work out .
I am going to send you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma .
Thank you for your help , doctor .
I have a reservation for a single with bath .
We are sorry , but single rooms have been occupied .
What's the room rate ? It is a little expensive for me , do you have any other rooms ?
Then how about this room , with just shower ?
May I see the room ? I ’ ll take this room . Is the rate for the room only ?
No , sir . The tax is included .
How many candidates do you choose for the first round ?
I have chosen 15 candidates . The first round interview is tomorrow .
The first round ?
Right . We'll choose the 4 best candidates and have them come back for a second interview . The top one of them will be the one we will hire .
What is the annual salary for this job ?
The annual salary is sixty-five thousand dollars per year .
What does the benefits package include ?
This job pays for half of your medical , dental , and disability .
Do we get paid time off ?
You have a total of 21 days paid time off which can be used for vacation , personal , or sick leave .
How about retirement ?
We still offer a traditional retirement plan that pays out if you stay with the company for 5 years or more .
Can I get company provided specialized training ?
We offer full tuition reimbursement for job related classes .
Where is the benefits office ?
It's on the second floor in Suite 201 .
Welcome to IBA Bank , how can we be of service ?
I spoke to a girl named Claire on the phone ; it's about losing my card and everything .
What I need you to do first is fill in these forms , with as much detail as possible . Then we can get you a new card .
So , I can get my new card today ?
I'm sorry , Sir , the full procedure can take up to 7 days to process everything .
7 days ! What am I supposed to do for money until then ?
If you bring some ID with you , it's possible for you to make a withdrawal over the counter if you need to . But unfortunately , without your new card you cannot use the ATM , so all withdrawals must be made within working hours .
Hey , young lady , get back here and have some breakfast .
Dad ! I don't have time ! I'll be late for school !
You won't make it through the day without breakfast .
Dad , I never eat breakfast .
Breakfast is brain food . Maybe that's why your grades are Suffering .
Uh ! Dad !
Don't ' Uh , Dad ' me . Sit down and have some lovely breakfast .
Alright . You win . Please pass the brain food .
I'm getting a tattoo tomorrow .
Are you nuts ?
John , I'm sorry , the air tickets for the International Day are sold out .
Really ? I didn't expect that .
It's possible because everyone wants to travel during the holiday weekend .
I should have booked the tickets in advance .
Take it easy . I'll like you know if anyone decides to cancel his reservation .
Can you tell me where it hurts ?
I am so glad they called you . It feels like something is really wrong with my stomach !
Does it hurt when I push here ?
It ’ s mostly on my right side . Right here !
Have you been feeling this way for awhile ?
I started feeling kind of sick last night after dinner , but this morning the pain got really bad !
Have you eaten anything unusual lately ?
No , not that I remember .
We are going to take you to an emergency room right now .
I will feel better when I know what the problem is . Thank you for the drugs .
Good morning , sir . Can I help you ?
Yes , I need to check-in for the eleven 20 flight to New York , please .
O . K . Ticket , please .
Here you are .
Would you like a window or an aisle seat , Mr . Smith ?
I want an aisle seat as close to the exit door as possible , please .
Very well . Do you have any bags to check ?
No , I just have this one small bag .
Here you are , seat 12c . Please go to gate 23 after passing through the security checkpoint .
Thank you .
Have a nice day .
You , too .
Let's come to an agreement to salary .
May I see the agreement first ?
Of course . Here you are . Please read the agreement and sign it .
( Read the agreement . ) There's a three-month period of probation for new recruits .
Yes . If you have any question , just ask . By the way , do you know your rights and obligations in this agreement ?
I think I know it . I wonder whether the agreement has the guarantee of law or not .
Of course , you can believe us . Both sides should act according to the provisions of the agreement . Please sign the agreement .
( Sign . ) OK , I signed the agreement with the signature of my name .
We are done with the agreement . After a three-month probationary period , you will be confirmed in your post .
I see . Thank you very much .
You are welcome .
What do you do besides work and watching TV ?
When I have some time , I like to exercise .
Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club ?
I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago .
How do you exercise ?
I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the Carpio , and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes .
How often do you go ?
I want to go four times a week , but I'm too lazy . Last week , I only went to workout once .
Hi , Mark ! Long time no see !
Hi , Alex !
Where have you been ?
I just got back from London .
How was your flight ?
It was OK . There was a lot of turbulence , though .
That ’ s too bad . how long was the flight ?
It was 10 hours .
Did you have a layover ?
Yes , in paris , France .
Did you buy anything in the duty-free stores ?
Yes . I bought two boxed of chocolate ? one for me and one for you !
Oh , you didn ’ t have to ...
It was nothing .
May we see the wine list please ?
Sure . Our special wine today is a 1989 Chardonnay .
That sounds pretty good ! How much is it ?
It's $ 4.25 cents by the glass . The whole bottle is $ 22.5 .
I'd like a bottle please .
I'll need to see your ID please .
Here you go .
Sorry about the inconvenience , you look so young . I had make sure you are over 21 years old .
OK , let's find somebody then .
Good . I'll take care of it .
Wait a second , Vince . You know what ? Why don't you let me handle it ?
Are you sure ? Do you have somebody in mind ?
Yeah . Let me see if he'll do it , and I'll get back to you .
OK . Just keep in mind it has to be somebody who can get along with Elvin .
Don't sweat it . I know just the guy .
May I help you ?
I needed to ask you a question .
Ask away .
How many hours of the behind-the-wheel course do I need to take ?
Why do you need to take the course ?
I want to get my license .
You have to do six hours behind the wheel .
How many days do I need to finish the course ?
You can't finish in less than three days .
Is that all ?
There's nothing else to it .
That sounds easy enough .
Peter , go and tidy up your toys now .
Wait a moment , mom .
I'm mad ! I said now ! Turn off the TV , and do it now .
Mom , just ten more minutes . The show is going to be over soon .
Peter , if you don't do it soon , I will throw your toys in the trash can .
Excuse me . Do you speak English ?
Yes , I do . How can I help you ?
Well , I've just arrived in my room , but there are no instructions in English about the facilities available ! Could you help me for a moment ?
Of course not . What exactly would you like to know ?
First , what is the number for room service ?
It's 1200 . Room service is available 24 hours a day .
Very good . Now , could you help me to adjust the air conditioning , please ? It's too hot in my room .
Yes , the control unit is on the wall next to the bathroom . Is 24 ° C all right ?
Yes , that's perfect . Another thing , if need more items for the mini-bar , which Number should I call ?
You should call the Housekeeping Department on 2300 . They will replace any stock for you immediately .
I see . So , is it possible to make international phone calls from my room ?
That's no problem . Just dial 9 to get an outside line , and then dial the number as usual .
Well , thanks a lot for your help .
No problem , sir . If there's anything else you need , you can find me at the desk by the elevator , or you can call housekeeping if I'm not there .
OK , goodbye .
Goodbye , sir .
I need some flowers for my girlfriend .
No problem . Would you like some artificial carnations ?
Oh , no . Carnations are not very elegant . Artificial flowers have no passion .
How much did you want to spend ?
Money is no object .
Our most elegant flower is Golden Lily .
I will take ten .
Do you want to add some baby's breath for that ? They are equally popular now .
Of course . Can I have it delivered to my girlfriend's house this afternoon ?
Yes , but there is a five dollars delivery charge .
That's ok . Here is the address .
Good Morning . What can I do for you ?
Good Morning , I have a bad cough , and I want to see an internist .
Do you have a registration card ?
No , I don ’ t . I ' m a tourist .
Then you need to register as a new patient . Can I have a look at you ID card ? I need your name , age , occupation , address and contacting number .
Here you are .
Thanks . Which kind of medicine do you prefer , western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine ?
I ’ d like to try traditional Chinese medicine . I heard it really works quite well if you know what you're doing .
All right . Yes , he does . The registration fee is 7 yuan , please .
Hey there Chris , what are you up to ?
I'm just poring over some brochures about various car models .
Oh , so you're thinking about buying a new car ?
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 .
So this would be your first automobile ?
That's right . For quite a few years , I rode a bicycle to work . Then I got a motorbike .
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 .
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 .
So it's time to buy your very first car ! Wow , that's exciting !
Yes , but it's also a pretty big financial responsibility .
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 .
I'm having a hard time deciding which model is best for us .
Yeah , it is a tough call . Each one has its pros and cons . Are you looking for a sedan ?
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 .
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 .
Can I help you ?
I'd like to send a fax to Shenzhen .
Is it a photograph or a document ?
Each of both .
Could I see both of them ?
Here you are .
You can't send this document ; it is not clear enough to send . The photograph is all right .
Well , how long will it take to arrive in Shenzhen ?
Couple of minutes .
Great . How much ?
5 $ . You should change another much clearer photograph for fax .
Thank you . I will deal with it .
Good morning , can I see your passport , please ?
Here you are .
For business or pleasure ?
Business .
Thank you . Have a pleasant stay .
Take care , Peter . Don't run so fast . Are you tired ?
Oh , yes . May I sit on the grass ?
No , you mustn't sit on the grass . Don't you see the notes ?
Yes , I can see it . But what's on it ?
It says ' Keep off the grass ! '
Well , there's a bench under the tree . We can sit there .
Be careful . You can't smoke here .
Why not ?
Can't you see the notes there ? It says ' No smoking here ' .
I'd like a double room .
Do you have a reservation ?
Yes , I called you last week from New York . My name is George Lee .
Wait a second , PLS . Yes , Mr . Lee , we have a room reserved for you . How long do you plan to stay ?
Probably two days . My wife will join me tomorrow . Then we will decide when to leave for Seattle .
Would you sign the register , PLS ?
By the way , does my room have a private bath ?
Certainly , every room in this hotel has a private bath .
Does my room have twin beds or a double ? I prefer a room with twin beds .
Your room has twin beds , Mr.Lee . It also has a view . I am sure you will like it . This is your key . It's on the eighth floor room 801 . The elevator's over there .
Thank you . One more thing , where is your restaurant ?
The restaurant is on the second floor . We also have a cafeteria on the top floor . If you would like something to drink , you can either call room service or come down here . The bar is right behind the lobby .
Thank you , you are very kind !
You are welcome !
I need to find a bus that'll take me to the Gold Line .
Where do you live ?
I live up in Altadena .
The 264 will take you there .
It goes all the way there ?
I know for a fact that it goes to the station .
What street would I catch it on ?
If you go to Altadena Drive , you can catch it there .
I didn't know that bus went to the Gold Line station .
Yup , it does .
Well , thanks for letting me know .
It was my pleasure .
May I help you ?
I have a problem .
What ’ s the problem ?
Someone else is making charges on my debit card .
I need to see a statement for your debit card .
I have it right here .
Can you show me which charges you ’ re referring to ?
The last four charges .
We will need to do an investigation on this .
How long will that take ?
We ’ ll have to freeze payment on those charges until the investigation is finished .
I really appreciate your help .
Do you think we can go driving right now ?
Yeah , sure . Let's go .
Buckle up .
All right . Now what ?
Now you put the key in the ignition and start the car .
Which direction should I take ?
Make a left on this next street .
Tell me how far to go .
Keep going until I tell you to stop .
Okay , but let me know ahead of time .
That's all for today , so park right there .
That was great . Thanks for taking me driving .
I'm after some chinese incense burner ? How's this one ?
How's this one ?
Oh , I need a small one , otherwise my luggage will be overweight .
What about this one ?
Oh , this is fine .
Hello . This is the Holiday Inn . Can I help you ?
Hi . Is there a special rate for a group reservation ?
Yes . There is a 20 % to 40 % discount . It depends on the season.During the summer the discount is 20 % . During the winter it is 40 % .
I need five single rooms in October . How much of a discount can I get ?
Our summer season ended in September . So the discount will be 40 % . That ’ s a good deal . Would you prefer rooms with a front view or rear view ?
Front view , please .
What date and time will you be checking in ?
October 25th around 2:00 in the afternoon .
We need you to send a deposit for 1/3 of the bill . You can send the check , or you can use the credit card .
Ok . I ’ ll send a check .
Could you tell me your name , address and phone number , please ?
Sure . My name is Anderson . My address is 109 Ferguson East , Holton . And my phone number is 309 789 1267 .
Thanks .
How much further do we have to walk ?
It's about 3 kilometers .
Shall we have a rest here ? I am tired out .
Why not walk further to the tree over there ?
Good idea . So we Can rest in the shadow of the tree .
I need your help .
Oh , what's up ?
I locked myself out . What do you suggest I do ?
Well , the best thing to do is to go down to the front desk and ask for a duplicate key .
Ahhs ! I'm beat !
What happened to you ? You look like you got hit by a tornado !
I just got back from fighting the crowds .
You mean at the mall ? Was there a sale ?
Yeah . For five minutes , everything was half off . It was total chaos ...
Cool !
Grabbing , pushing and shoving ...
Do you have a swimming pool in this hotel ?
We don't have a swimming pool , sir , but we do have swim stations in the gym .
I never heard of a swim station . Is that like a train or bus station ?
It's just a deep bathtub with a current of water that you swim against .
Holy cow ! I never heard of such a thing . How much do they cost ?
As a guest , sir , you pay nothing .
This sounds better every second . Now , when can I use the stations ?
If you want to swim , you can visit the gym any day between 7 a . m . and 10 p . m .
Oh , boy ! This is going to be great . I'm going to the gym right now !
I'm sure you'll enjoy your workout , sir . Everyone seems to like the swim stations .
Excuse me , Bill ?
Hi , Christine . How ’ s it going ?
Fine , thanks . Mr . Emory would like to meet with Mr . Macmillan tomorrow afternoon . Can you take a look at his book ?
Sure , just a second . All right , what time ?
Sir , may I help you ?
Yes , I want to book a room .
Sure . What kind of room do you like ?
Well , could you let me see the room ?
Ok . What about this one ?
It's fine . What beautiful scenery outside the window ! I think this one will do .
I am glad you like it .
I'd like to buy a bottle of Centrum , a dozen tooth brushes , some baby's wipes , and a small bottle of aspirin .
Centrum ? We have bottles of thirty and one hundred tablets . Which kind do you want ?
Give me one bottle of one hundred tablets .
And what kind of toothbrushes would you like ?
Can I have a look at them ?
Sure . This brand is supposed to be very good , but they're expensive . Those are new products . They come in several colors and sizes . There is also hard , soft , and medium .
Are they cheaper ?
This one is 10 % off . That one has no reduction , but you can get a free tube of toothpaste with six toothbrushes .
So if I buy a dozen , I'll get two free tubes of toothpaste ?
That's right .
Good . I ' ll take a dozen of them then .
And here is your aspirin . What else did you say you want ?
Baby's wipes . Johnson's .
Anything else ?
Well , actually I'd like to buy some vitamins for my son . He's five months old . Can you suggest any ?
Sure . Here you are . This one is excellent . Just mix one drop of it with milk .
Thanks . That'll be all .
Excuse me , did you see a set of keys ?
What kind of keys ?
Five keys and a small foot ornament .
What a shame ! I didn't see them .
Well , can you help me look for it ? That's my first time here .
Sure . It's my pleasure . I'd like to help you look for the missing keys .
It's very kind of you .
It's not a big deal.Hey , I found them .
Oh , thank God ! I don't know how to thank you , guys .
You're welcome .
Good coming , sir . What can I do for you ?
Good coming . I would like to open a new account . I want to deposit 500 dollars .
Very good , sir . What kind would you like ?
Could you tell me how many kinds there are in your bank ?
Besides the checking account , there's a monthly savings account and a daily interest account .
Oh , I think I'd like to take the monthly savings account then .
Would you fill out this form ?
OK . Here you are .
All right . And here's your deposit book .
Thank you . Goodbye .
Goodbye .
Good morning , Mr . Smith . Welcome to Wuhan .
Good morning !
Mr . Smith , did you have a good journey ?
I just feel a little tired . You know , it took me 16 hours to get here .
You must take a rest today .
That's very kind of you , but I can do without a rest . I have long wanted to have a talk with you about the possibility of business between us .
We welcome good business . Anyhow , we know you must get tired by the flight , so we arrange a meeting tomorrow . Today you can have a good rest .
Thank you very much .
We hope your stay here a pleasant one !
I believe I will .
Excuse me ! What time is it ? My watch stopped .
Let me see . It's 9
Is your watch right ?
I think so . I set it by the radio this morning .
By the way , can you tell me what the date it is today , and what day it is , please ?
Well , it's the 10th and on the Tuesday .
Good afternoon . Can I help you ?
I'd like to leave this bag with you .
OK , sir . Is there anything valuable or breakable in it ?
Well ... there is a necklace in it .
Would you mind taking the necklace with you , or leaving it at the safe deposit box ?
Well , don't bother . I'll take it with me . Will that be all right ?
Thank you , sir . Here is your tag . This cloakroom is open till 11:00 p . m . , could you pick it up by then ?
Sure . thank you .
The ATM machine outside won't give me back my card .
Let's go take a look at it . Do you have your ID with you ?
Yes , here it is .
Okay , I see the problem . You forgot your code , didn't you ?
How did you know ?
The machine gives you three attempts to enter the correct code and after that it assumes that you are not the real owner and confiscates it .
Oh . But can I have my card back now ?
Yes , I can get it for you but I need to go back inside the bank .
What's the name of the girl that has just passed us ?
Her name is Rose.Why ?
She's so pretty . I'd like to make friends with her .
Oh , shut up.She ' s already got married .
Excuse me , sir . Are there only 3 programs in your hotel ?
Of course not . We have 50 channels in all .
Well . I am afraid it must be my fault . Can you send someone here to help me ?
OK . I will send a maid to your room right now .
How do you feel ?
I'm getting sleepy .
You've had so long a flight .
Time difference also makes me feel weak .
Oh , I forgot about it .
It's four o'clock in the morning in Chicago now , but it's time to go to bed in Shanghai .
Don't think so much . Take a good sleep and you'll feel better soon .
Good afternoon , Peace restaurant , may I help you ?
I'd like to reserve a table for two , my wife and I .
Yes , sir . What time would you like , sir ?
I'm not sure . Perhaps around 8 PM .
Fine , a reserve a table for two at 8 PM , sir , may I have your name , please ?
Juliet , Juliet Berman .
Thank you , Mr.Berman . and you prefer smoking or non-smoking ?
Non-smoking will be fine , please . But it is more important that you get a table by the window . It's our anniversary , and I'd like to be very special .
I'll try my best . With a toward to having with this tonight , Mr.Berman .
Thank you , goodbye .
Goodbye , and have a nice day .
Good morning , May . Good girl , you are reading English books again .
Good morning . There is no reason to miss so beautiful a morning . Is that a new bird ?
Oh , yes , my daughter bought it yesterday . We call her Lulu .
It looks so cute . Is it a parrot ?
Yes . Just look at her colorful feathers . What else can it be ?
I see . It's interesting that there is also a parrot in my English book . His mane is Polly .
Really ? A foreign parrot !
He can speak English , too .
Maybe you can teach Lulu some English words .
Lulu . Lulu . Say hello . hello . Oh , she is so smart . Good bird .
my mp3 player is broken , so I want to change it for an mp4 player . Can you offer any advice about which brand and model to buy ?
an mp4 player ? why don't you buy a new cell phone ? You can find an mp4 player inside any of the latest cell phones .
Oh , that's a good idea . Perhaps I should have a try .
look at my cell phone . I can listen to music , watch movies , take pictures , play games , surf the web and download documents . It's just like a PAD .
that's cool . I can use the computer and the internet pretty well , but I'm a little bit slow in the latest trends of digital products .
that's Ok . you know , digital devices are becoming smaller and easier to carry , and they won't cost you too much .
yeah , if I buy a cell phone like this , I don't have to take a music player everywhere I go , and I can save the cost of buying an extra mp4 .
that's right . what's the flash memory of your old mp3 ?
256MB .
then any cell phone can meet your need because they generally have memories of over 512MB .
What can I get you ?
A cheeseburger and an order of french fries would be great .
Would you like anything to drink ?
I feel like having a Coke .
That's a good idea . I think I'll join you .
Mr . Bryant ? Hi , I'm Mike from Florence Incorporated . I'll glad you made it okay . How was your flight ?
It was pretty bumpy , also a bit long , all together about 5 hours .
That is a long flight . You had a layover too , is that right ? You must be tired .
Actually I feel quite rested . I was able to sleep on the plane .
Good ! Here , let me help you with your bag . Is it your first time to Seattle ? I'd be happy to take you around this city and show you the sights tonight if you're up to it .
That will be very nice . You're too kind .
I've already made a hotel reservation for you , let's go to the hotel first and drop off your things . Then , I'd like to have a drink so that we can get better acquainted . I've booked a table at an exclusive restaurant downtown . Afterwards , I've made arrangements to take you to see the city lights . Seattle ’ s nightlife can be really quite exciting . How does that schedule sound to you ?
Sounds great . Thank you for your hospitality .
Watch out ! It's dark over there .
That's all right . I can manage .
Be careful ! The road is muddy.You might slip .
Thanks for the warning .
Happy Birthday , this is for you , Brian .
I'm so happy you remember , please come in and enjoy the party . Everyone's here , I'm sure you have a good time .
Brian , may I have a pleasure to have a dance with you ?
Ok .
This is really wonderful party .
Yes , you are always popular with everyone . and you look very pretty today .
Thanks , that's very kind of you to say . I hope my necklace goes with my dress , and they both make me look good I feel .
You look great , you are absolutely glowing .
Thanks , this is a fine party . We should have a drink together to celebrate your birthday
I'm going to buy a new living room set .
Where are you going to buy one ?
I'm really not sure .
You like my living room set , don't you ?
Where did you buy it ?
I found mine at IKEA .
Are they expensive ?
Everything I got from IKEA cost me a couple thousand .
Is the furniture crafted well ?
The furniture isn't built cheap .
I'll pay the money , as long as I'm getting what I pay for .
You will feel comfortable paying the money .
What do we need to get from the supermarket ?
We need lots of things . I ’ ll make a list . We need a bag of sugar , a loaf of bread and a crate of beer .
A crate of beer ? Why do we need that ?
Just joking . I would like to get a few bottles of beer though . We also need a liter of cooking oil .
we can buy a three-liter bottle . It works out cheaper per liter . We should buy a packet of butter and a few pints of milk too .
I ’ d like to get a jar of strawberry jam and a bottle of tomato ketchup . Do we need any meat ?
I think we should get half a kilo of minced beef and a few pork chops .
Ok . Let ’ s not forget fruit and vegetables . We need a bunch of bananas , a kilo of tomatoes and a bag of potatoes .
We should also get a tube of toothpaste and a bar of soap . Let ’ s get a tub of ice cream too . We can treat ourselves .
Ok . We should get a few tins of tuna . Anything else ?
I ’ d like a few cans of coke . We also need a dozen eggs and half a dozen sausages .
let ’ s get a chunk of cheese too . Is that everything .
I think so . I ’ Ve got the shopping list , so let ’ s go .
We want to order some of these products .
Mr . Thomas , this is a standard size .
Can you supply us right away ?
Yes , we have plenty on hand right now .
Good , we'll take 500 suits .
OK , thanks for the order .
What's on TV tonight ?
Nothing special .
What's the weather like in Britain ?
It's wet and rains a lot.But right now it's the golden season to take a tour there . It is fine there almost everyday .
That's great . Will I feel hot there ? I feel sensitive to heat .
It's not so hot as it is here .
Look ! They're going to do the first drawing ! It's for a DVD player !
Hmm . That must be the DVD player that another one of my friends donated . He owns one of the largest electronics stores in Taipei !
They're picking a name ... It's ... Darryl from marketing ! Rats !
Don't worry ! There are a lot more prizes ! I know , because the prizes are all from companies that I work with !
Hmm ... Darryl doesn't look like the red underwear type ...
Any questions ?
When will I know your decision ?
Can we get in touch with you by e-mail ? Is this convenient for you ?
It ’ s quite convenient .
Thank you for your interest in our company .
OK . Thank you very much .
John , it ’ s time to get up .
It can ’ t be time to get up yet .
It is . Hurry up ! You ’ ll be late for school .
What ’ s the time ?
It ’ s nearly half past seven .
My watch says ten past .
It ’ s slow . Hurry up ! The bus goes at twenty to eight .
Are you sure half past seven ?
Positive . I ’ ll put the radio on .
It ’ s only seven o ’ clock . Your watch is fast .
No , it isn ’ t . It ’ s stopped . I forgot to wind it up last night .
I could have stayed in bed for another half hour .
Excuse me . When's the next bus ?
The next bus will be here in four minutes .
Oh , good . That'll be the number forty four ?
No , it's the number fifty-eight .
So when's the next forty-four ? Will it be here soon ?
No , it won't .
So when will it be here then ?
Never .
Never ?
That's right . The number forty-four doesn't stop here any more . Its stop is round the corner .
How much is it to rent an economy car ?
¥ 200 a day or ¥ 1200 a week , unlimited mileage .
Could I have one for tomorrow morning ?
Do you have your driver's license ?
Sure . Here it is .
Good . Now just complete this form .
Is this the central park to East Market bus ?
This is the East market to Central park bus . Where do you want to go ?
To the ministry government hall .
Take the same number bus going other direction . There ’ s stop right cross the street .
Thank you .
Good morning , sir . Are you checking out now ?
Yes . Steven Smith , room 609 .
Fine . This is your bill , Mr . Smith . Four nights at 100 dollars each , and here are the meals that you had in our hotel . That makes a total of 660 dollars .
Can I pay by credit card ?
Certainly . May I have your card , please ?
Here you are .
Please sign your name here .
OK . Is it possible to leave my luggage here until I'm ready to leave this afternoon ? I'd like to say goodbye to some of my friends .
Yes , we'll keep it for you . How many pieces of your luggage ?
Just three . I'll be back at 3:00 p . m .
That's fine . Have a nice day !
Thank you . See you later .
Hello , who is speaking ?
Hello , this is John . I want to speak to Linda .
This is her .
Hi , Linda , I'm just calling to invite you to a dinner party tomorrow evening .
Really ? What time and where ?
7:30 PM at London-Chinese restaurant . I \ ' ll be at your place at seven to pick you up if you need a ride .
Yes , please , I'll need a ride . I'll be waiting for you then .
See you tomorrow at seven . Make sure your dress a little formally . I heard the restaurant is kind of upscale .
Thank you , see you then .
See you .
Ahh ... What a fine day ! I do feel like an outdoor exercise .
How about taking a walk in the park ?
OK.It ' s delightful to have a walk in the park with the air so fresh .
( After they enter the park ) Oh , it's so quiet here.We have the park to ourselves , only you and me !
Don't you see many people over there ? Just on your left .
Oh , I see them.Some are doing Taijiquan , some are performing swordplay , some are practising the Chinese Wushu .
A growing keep-fit fever is sweeping over China .
I'm so sorry about your brother , Mr . Wang .
Thanks , Jane .
If you need any help , just let me know .
Hi , Jeny.Are still working ?
Hi , Nacy.Come in please . I'm just putting away on my books .
So , you are leaving , aren't you ?
yes , I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow .
How nice ! I can see you are busying packing . I'm sorry to interrupt you .
That's all right . I'm almost finished.Do you need my help ?
Yes , could you please go over this for me ? and see if there is any mistake in it ?
Oh . all right I'll read it soon .
Excuse me for taking your time .
It's nothing Navy .
Welcome , sir . What can I do for you ?
May I have a look at that china tea set ? It is extremely beautiful .
You've made a good choice . This china tea set is unusual . It was made in Jingdezhen .
Jingdezhen ? Oh , I know it . Isn't it called the capital of porcelain ?
Yes , sir .
Oh , it must be very precious . Is it breakable ?
No , if you take some care when you use them .
How much is it ?
Two thousand .
Oh , it is beyond my purse .