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train_1701 | Bria: Excuse me!
Byram: May I help you?
Bria: Yes, I'd like to send this book to France.
Byram: Let me weight it first. That'll be 14 dollars.
Bria: Can it go in an envelop?
Byram: Of course, it's 4 dollars now.
Bria: Do I need stamps?
Byram: No, you don't. We use computers now.
Bria: When will it arrive?
Byram: In a m... | Byram assists Bria to mail a book in an envelop to France. |
train_1702 | Mufi: May I help you?
Kacy: Yes. I would like to go to New York for my Christmas vacation.
Mufi: How long do you have?
Kacy: 1 week. Would you recommend me scenic spots to see there?
Mufi: New York is full of place of interest, such as Times Square, Broadway, Wall street and Ground Zero and Statue of Liberty.
Kacy: Tha... | Mufi recommends scenic spots in New York for Kacy. |
train_1703 | Lynsey: Excuse me, doc. I am not feeling well. Can you help me?
Anne-Mar: Yes, but not here. Have you got registered yet?
Lynsey: No, I haven't. Where do I go for that?
Anne-Mar: The registration office. Did you bring your records with you?
Lynsey: Yes.
Anne-Mar: Is anybody here with you? Parents or siblings?
Lynsey: N... | Because Lynsey goes to the wrong department in the hospital, Anne-Mar tells Lynsey about how to register and see a doctor. |
train_1704 | Fayette: I opened my mail, found this eviction notice, and don't know what to do with it.
Nettie: Actually, it is a 30 - day notice to vacate the premises.
Fayette: Just for being a few days late?
Nettie: This isn't the first time you have been considerably late with the rent. I need to start the procedure to evict you... | Fayette receives an eviction notice. Nettie asks Fayette to pay up the rent. Otherwise, Fayette will be evicted. So Fayette has to write a check to keep the apartment. |
train_1705 | Selinda: How do you like skiing, Pat?
Pat: I love it. All my life I wanted to learn to ski. Finally I took lessons last year.
Selinda: I suppose skiing is easy for you.
Pat: No, quite the opposite. I thought I'd never stop falling down. Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better.
Selinda: I see. Do you ski often... | Pat loves skiing so much that Pat took skiing lessons last year and even skis at night. However, Selinda is afraid of injury. |
train_1706 | Lynette: I hear you bought a new house in the northern suburbs.
Jordy: That's right, we bought it the same day we came on the market.
Lynette: What kind of house is it?
Jordy: It's a wonderful Spanish style.
Lynette: Oh, I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses.
Jordy: And it's a bargaining. A house like this in r... | Jordy bought a Spanish style house with three bedrooms, a twelve-foot ceiling and a two-car garage. Lynette will buy a house before the wedding. |
train_1707 | Sir: Hello! How do I get online with my laptop?
Socrates: Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer, and you'll be online in a heartbeat.
Sir: Well, I see the cable. But my computer runs on wireless only.
Socrates: No problem. I'll tell you about our alternatives.
Sir: Yes, I'd love to hear what the alternatives ... | Sir's computer runs on wireless only. Socrates suggests Sir use computers in the lab with a nominal printing fee or use Sir's computer in the lobby with wireless. |
train_1708 | Joelle: Good morning. What seems to be the problem?
Allyn: Good morning, doctor. I feel terrible. I'Ve god a cold and I have a rash here on my neck. I'm not sleeping well either. What do you think the problem could be?
Joelle: I'd say you'Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason. Have you been takin... | Allyn has a cold, a rash, a bad sleep and a headache, then Allyn takes some medicine. Joelle thinks that Allyn works too hard or is under stress, and gives Allyn medicine for each condition. Joelle suggests Allyn don't work and have a good rest. |
train_1709 | Susan: It's time to graduate and it's time to find a job. Susan, why do we need to find a job?
Sunny: We need to work is because we need money to live. We need money for food and clothes and to pay for house. We need money for many different things, and only when we work, we can earn money. And work can also help us fe... | Susan feels hard to find a good job after graduation and feels bad about learning at the job while Susan accepts work and life-long study positively. Susan suggests Susan adjust thoughts and be ready to learn. |
train_1710 | Andi: Can you tell me what the unit price of such carpet is?
Matty: Of course, here is the catalogue and the price list. You can have a look. We also have many other kinds of carpets.
Andi: The price seems acceptable for me. But I want to check whether you can supply the carpets now if we order some?
Matty: Of course w... | Andi accepts the carpet's price. Matty has the supply from stock, so They sign a contract. |
train_1711 | Seline: Hello. May I help you?
Lorilyn: Yes, please. I've been here for nearly two months, but I still haven't found a job. Do you think you can find one for me?
Seline: Don't worry, we'll try to help you. Will you please fill out this form?
Lorilyn: What's this form for?
Seline: This is for registration. After you hav... | Lorilyn wants a job, so Seline asks Lorilyn to register and someone will contact Lorilyn in several weeks or months. Lorilyn thinks it's too long, so Seline provides extra advice. |
train_1712 | Dorelia: What can I offer you here?
Joanne: I came here to ask for some information.
Dorelia: Ok. Please go ahead.
Joanne: I bought a pair of trousers last year, which I like the best. But this year they don't fit me very well. They're tight in the waist, baggy at the knees. Can you make some alterations?
Dorelia: Oh, ... | Joanne's favorite trousers are unfit this year. So Joanne wants Dorelia to make some alterations. Dorelia lets Joanne trust their quality. Joanne will bring the trousers tomorrow. |
train_1713 | Otis: But what if I don't win what I bid on?
Catrina: Then it wasn't meant to be. Some people have put up a hard fight for some items I bid on. But I was the sole bidder for this bag and got it dirt-cheap.
Otis: It seems that you can e-mail the seller and ask questions.
Catrina: Sure. I've even e-mailed some people who... | Otis and Catrina talk about a bid. Catrina talks about the experience of getting a bag dirt-cheap and some tricks in bids. |
train_1714 | Tynan: Are you sure you know where this bus goes?
Edmond: It should go to Altadena.
Tynan: What do you mean it should?
Edmond: I'm not completely sure if it really does.
Tynan: Dude, are we on the right bus?
Edmond: I'm almost positive that this is the right one.
Tynan: It doesn't look like we're on our way to Altadena... | Tynan and Edmond should go to Altadena but take the wrong bus to Temple City. |
train_1715 | Paul: That's it! I've had it with this TV! We need to get a new one. The signal is so bad. It's ridiculous. All of our friends have nice TVs. It's high time we joined them.
Mayer: You don't want to get one of those 3D TVs, do you?
Paul: Well, I'm not sure. All I know is that I want something with a big screen,and the m... | Paul complains about the TV and wants a new one with clear pictures. Mayer worries about money. However, Paul finds a TV ad and they are going to have a look at the sales. |
train_1716 | Robert: Hello, Robert speaking.
Emma: Hi, it's Emma. I'm glad you're there. It's about our appointment on Wednesday morning. I'm afraid I can't make it now.
Robert: Oh, that's a shame.
Emma: I'm sorry. There was a change in my business partner's plan. And Wednesday is the only day she is able to see me.
Robert: That's ... | Emma can't make the appointment with Robert on Wednesday. Ultimately, they decide to meet on Friday. |
train_1717 | Quincey: Hello, Mr. Tompkins. Our newspaper is going to print an article about new products. Could you tell me about the new home your company has built? I understand it promises to be a model for the houses of the future.
Mr. Tompkins: Certainly. The idea is not to have a house full of different things. This is a comp... | Quincey interviews Tompkins about the new home his company builds. It's a complete home system with a convenient living function and a cleaning robot. It costs a million dollars. |
train_1718 | Tony Nelson: English Language Center. How may I help you?
Saundra: Yes. I'm calling to find out more information about your program. For example, what kind of courses do you offer?
Tony Nelson: Well, first of all, the purpose of our program is to provide language learning opportunities to this area's community [Uh-hum]... | Tony Nelson from the Language Center answers Saundra's questions about the English learning program for attending a US university. The center provides communication courses to content-based classes, applicants should apply two months before semesters and get I-20. The $2300 full-time tuition fee should be paid by money... |
train_1719 | Selig: I've gotta hand it to you, you really did a good job!
Stace: So glad that you think so!
Selig: I think you deserve a promotion.
Stace: Oh, really? Thanks a lot... well, I still have a lot to learn, I guess. | Selig praises Stace for Stace's work. |
train_1720 | Lily: Look! This place is so big.
John: It has to be. Soccer is the number one sport throughout Europe. In the States we have the Big Three, baseball, football and basketball, but there is only the Big One here in Europe, soccer.
Lily: Can you play soccer, John?
John: I never have. I think my high school had a team,... | John says soccer is important in Europe. Then, John and Lily talk about the sports they play in school. However, they didn't do well. |
train_1721 | Dalenna: Have you had any kind of punishment in your college?
Adlai: Yes, but it was many years ago.
Dalenna: What was it for?
Adlai: I was a naughty boy and I played hooky. So the school gave me a punishment to clear the classroom for a week. | Adlai is punished for playing hooky. |
train_1722 | Nancee: I hear you and James are engaged at last.
Sheril: Yes, we are.
Nancee: When are you getting married?
Sheril: In the spring.
Nancee: Oh, lovely. Where's the wedding going to be?
Sheril: Well. . we're not sure yet, probably in St. Albans.
Nancee: Oh, yes, your parents live there, don't they?
Sheril: Yes, t... | Sheril is going to get married to James in spring and to live in South London. Sheril also might change the job. |
train_1723 | Ayn: I have had some really horrible headaches lately.
Donielle: How long have your headaches been going on?
Ayn: I get headaches occasionally, but they have been really bad lately.
Donielle: Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now?
Ayn: I am getting ready to take my GRE.
Donielle: Have you b... | Ayn tells the doctor that Ayn's occasional headaches get worse lately with GRE, a collision and bad sleep. Donielle lets Ayn come back to check in a few days. |
train_1724 | Alex: May I take your order now?
Janean: Yes, please. What's special today? Any special recommendations?
Alex: Certainly. I would recommend 'Songshuguiyu'.
Janean: The name sounds fascinating. What is it exactly?
Alex: Well, it is sweet and sour fried Mandarin fish.
Janean: Sorry, I'm not interested in vinegar.
A... | Alex recommends Janean to order 'Songshuguiyu'. Janean doesn't like vinegar and orders something else. |
train_1725 | Jacqui: Did you get the injury playing football, Jim?
Jim: Yes, one of the boys kicked my foot instead of the ball.
Jacqui: The best thing for you to do is to rest your leg for 48 hours.
Jim: When can I go back to school?
Jacqui: You can go back in 4 days. But you'll need to avoid sports for a month. | Jim got injured when playing football. Jacqui suggests Jim have a rest. |
train_1726 | Nancy: Nancy what's wrong with you? You look up it down.
Cathryn: Yes, my credit card bill has just arrived. I'm in debt now.
Nancy: Well. How much have you overdrawn last month?
Cathryn: 3000 yuan.
Nancy: 3000 yuan? You have over spent too much.
Cathryn: I have no other choice. 2 friends of mine held birthday parties ... | Nancy has 3000 yuan overdraft on birthday presents, parties and daily necessities. Nancy suggests Nancy change the consumption habit. |
train_1727 | Ajay: Excuse me, sir. Do you still have an apartment left?
Gustave: Yes, there is still a one bedroom-apartment left. Do you want to rent it?
Ajay: Yes, but do you rent rooms by the week? I only want to rent the apartment for 2 weeks. I'm not staying here for long.
Gustave: Yes, but you need to pay $60.00 a week and th... | Ajay wants to rent an apartment for two weeks. Gustave says it would be more expensive to rent by weeks. But Ajay won't stay long and Gustave shows the apartment. |
train_1728 | Jennings: You look a little uncomfortable. What's the matter?
Sandie: Oh, I just don't eat Thai food very much.
Jennings: Would you like me to order you something else or would you rather go to that new Italian restaurant?
Sandie: No, we came here to eat, so let's eat. Maybe I'll just add some salt.
Jennings: Really? I... | Sandie looks uncomfortable because Sandie doesn't like Thai food. Jennings suggests they order some other food or change the restaurant. Sandie refuses. |
train_1729 | Levy: Hey Tina, how's the Spanish course going?
Tina: Tough, our teacher is using a lot of authentic material. You know, stuff, off the radio and TV. He even tapes conversations with his friends and uses them in class.
Levy: So, what are some of the things that make it difficult?
Tina: Well, the speed for a start.
Levy... | Tina thinks Spanish is hard because of the fast speaking speed. Tina suggests Tina listen to the keywords. |
train_1730 | Mr. Wilson: A :: You must be Wily. It's nice to meet you.
Wily: B :: Nice to meet you, Mr. Wilson.
Mr. Wilson: A :: Tim, please. Please be seated.
Wily: B :: Thank you.
Mr. Wilson: A :: So, Wily, you have been with IBM for two years, ready for change?
Wily: B :: Well, I think I'm ready for new challenges. | Wily tells Tim Wily is ready for challenges in a new job position. |
train_1731 | Emory: What can I do for you today?
Debi: I have a question.
Emory: What do you need to know?
Debi: I need to take the driver's course. How many hours do I need?
Emory: It depends on what you're trying to do with the completion of the course.
Debi: I need to get my license.
Emory: You're going to need to complete six h... | Debi asks Emory how many hours of the driver's course Debi needs to take to get a driver's license. |
train_1732 | Rockefeller Center: I need a taxi, please.
Avrit: We have various transportation services. Would you prefer a private vehicle?
Rockefeller Center: No, thanks. A taxi is just fine.
Avrit: May I suggest a limo? It's nice to pamper yourself.
Rockefeller Center: I don't want anything except a taxi, thank you.
Avrit: I unde... | Rockefeller Center needs a taxi as soon as possible. Avrit offers help and recommends some other services but gets refused. |
train_1733 | Janice: What's wrong with you? You look pale.
Mariellen: I'm not sure, I feel hot and cold.
Janice: When did the trouble start?
Mariellen: I was sick most of the night.
Janice: It sounds like you are coming down with the flu. Let me take your temperature.
Mariellen: Have I got a high fever?
Janice: Yes, thirty-eight po... | Janice examines Mariellen's temperature, chest, and throat, gives Mariellen a few tests, and finds Mariellen gets a slight viral infection. Janice gives Mariellen some advice and the prescription. |
train_1734 | Ruth: Hello.
Carl: Good morning, Ruth. Did I wake you up?
Ruth: No, I was just about to get up. What's up, Carl?
Carl: Listen, I am calling to confirm what you said yesterday. Are we supposed to meet at the Chinatown terminal of the Avenue B bus or D bus?
Ruth: B as in boy. You should get off at the last stop in Chinat... | Carl is calling to Ruth to confirm the location and the time of their meeting. Ruth asks if Ann is coming along. Carl is not sure. |
train_1735 | Beverly: Doris, I'm glad you're home. I'm terrified. I don't know what to do!
Iris: What is it? What happened?
Beverly: I think someone is stalking me.
Iris: No, it can't be. Really? Who?
Beverly: I don't know. I saw him the first time Tuesday. He was at the cafe. I noticed he was looking at me a lot. Not just the usua... | Beverly tells Doris that someone is stalking Beverly and Beverly has seen the stalker twice. Beverly is terrified. |
train_1736 | Matti: Good morning. Mrs. Smith.
Mrs. Smith: Good morning! Can you help me, please? I'm looking for some books for my mother.
Matti: Well, what kind of books does she like?
Mrs. Smith: She's very fond of detective stories?
Matti: I see. Has she read any detective stories?
Mrs. Smith: Oh, yes!
Matti: Do you know if she'... | Mrs. Smith asks Matti to recommend some detective stories for Matti's mother. |
train_1737 | Mikael: What can I do for you?
Johnna: I have a problem with this check.
Mikael: What's wrong?
Johnna: I wrote out a check for $ 100 and it bounced.
Mikael: Do you have enough money in your checking account?
Johnna: I believe so.
Mikael: Give me a moment, and I'll check.
Johnna: All right. Thanks.
Mikael: You only have... | Mikael tells Johnna Johnna's check bounced because the money left in Johnna's account is not enough, despite Johnna believing otherwise. |
train_1738 | Monica: Good morning, I am Monica. Are you Mr. White, the manager of finance department? I am the newcomer and also working in the finance department.
Mr. White: Yes, that is me. Nice to meet you, Monica. Welcome on board!
Monica: Thank you. I am very happy to have my own office now. I'Ve never had one before. It is ve... | Monica is a newcomer. Her manager Mr. White welcomes her and is willing to offer help at any time. |
train_1739 | Bill: You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe. When is it that you are leaving?
Chrissy: In just three weeks, and I am excited. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go.
Bill: Like what?
Chrissy: Like renewing my passport, going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out ... | Chrissy is going to travel to Europe for about three months, but Chrissy hasn't figured out how to deal with Chrissy's apartment. Bill suggests Chrissy sublet it and recommends a colleague for Chrissy. Chrissy is thankful. |
train_1740 | Mr. Campbell: Ah, Michelle, hi. I was hoping to see you. How have you been? How's the family?
Michelle: Oh, hello, Mr. Campbell. I'm fine and Jack's doing well. How are you?
Mr. Campbell: I'm fine thanks. I got your report this morning. Thank's for that. Are you joining the conference today?
Michelle: Yes, I'm leaving ... | Mr. Campbell and Michelle are going to join a conference to discuss Michelle's report and the advertising budget. |
train_1741 | Averil: What did you say when she told you the news?
Mindy: I calmed up. And finally, I asked her to chew the cud for such an important decision. I could not have the heart to disappoint her with a blunt refusal.
Averil: But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that.
Mindy: How could have the heart to do t... | Mindy doesn't agree with Averil's blunt refusal to a girl who needs warmth and help. |
train_1742 | Sheelagh: You look like being on cloud nine.
Lawson: I am.
Sheelagh: What has made you so happy?
Lawson: I think I'm in love.
Sheelagh: Are you? Who's the lucky girl?
Lawson: Her name is Jenny.
Sheelagh: How did you meet her?
Lawson: We are in the same math class. Our teacher sat us next to each other.
Sheelagh: What d... | Lawson tells Sheelagh Lawson is so happy because Lawson thinks Lawson's in love with Jenny who sat next to Lawson in math class. |
train_1743 | Lissy: I have some good news for you.
Didi: What's that?
Lissy: Jenny is getting married.
Didi: Great! Who's the bridegroom?
Lissy: Tom, that lucky guy.
Didi: The guy always hands the girls in a line. When did he propose?
Lissy: Last week, It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs. Whit's party last Monday as soon... | Lissy tells Didi that Jenny and Tom are getting married and Lissy will be the best man. |
train_1744 | Lavinie: It rumored that Jean is fooling around with another woman's husband.
Jean: You gossip! What's the basis of your opinion?
Lavinie: Someone declared that he saw it.
Jean: I don't believe it. Jean is such a kind lady. How could she do this?
Lavinie: Who knows? You can't judge a book by its cover.
Jean: Maybe! | Lavinie tells Jean a gossip and Jean doesn't believe it. |
train_1745 | Joceline: not a single email until now? it's already twelve o'clock. I can't believe it!
Johannes: can't bear it, right? I've been there before. I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages, like there is something missing.
Joceline: yeah, that's right. If no one sends me test messages, I'll go cr... | Johannes tells Joceline that Joceline may get an addiction called 'information overload' because Joceline frequently checks messages and emails and has Joceline's phone all the time. |
train_1746 | Jodie: Excuse me. I've been waiting here for 15 mins. Do you know how often does No. 3 run?
Putnam: Oh, it runs every 20 mins. You must have missed it, when you came here. It should be here any minute now.
Jodie: It seems that you have got here at a good time. Do you have a bus schedule?
Putnam: Yes, I do. You can go t... | Putnam finds Jodie missed a bus but says the bus should arrive soon. Putnam suggests Jodie get a bus schedule from the Transport Department. |
train_1747 | Giselle: Hello, sir. Is there anything I can help you find?
Rodrick: Um. . . Uh. . . I'm just looking, thanks.
Giselle: Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife?
Rodrick: No, no, no. I'm just browsing. Thanks anyway.
Giselle: Well, if you need anything, just ask.
Rodrick: Um. . . well, where's the men's shoe department?... | Giselle tells Rodrick how to get to the men's shoe department. |
train_1748 | Amy: I'm so hungry. Shall we go eat now, Rick?
Rick: Sure. Where do you want to go? Are you in the mood for anything in particular?
Amy: How about some dumplings? I just can't get enough of them.
Rick: Dumplings again? ! Oh, Amy, let's try something new!
Amy: Well, what do you have in mind?
Rick: How about the Mongolia... | Amy and Rick are discussing what to eat. Finally, they agree to have the Yuanyang pot. |
train_1749 | Priscilla: Are things still going badly with your houseguest?
Leo: Getting worse. Now he's eating me out of house and home. I'Ve tried talking to him but it all goes in one ear and out the other. He makes himself at home, which is fine. But what really gets me is that yesterday he walked into the living room in the raw... | Leo tells Priscilla that Leo's houseguest is getting worse, so Priscilla suggests Leo lay down the law. |
train_1750 | Rolland: What is my schedule for today, Miss Liu?
Miss Liu: Yes, you are supposed to meet the president at ten fifteen this morning. Then, you have a lunch appointment with Mr. Clark. And this afternoon at three you are scheduled to speak before a group of seminar participants.
Rolland: Do you have the meeting report r... | Miss Liu tells Rolland the schedule for today. |
train_1751 | Monah: Excuse me, would you like to be our guide?
Xymenes: Of course.
Monah: It's our first time to be here, so would you please arrange a schedule for us?
Xymenes: With pleasure. I think we should go to the palace first.
Monah: When was the palace built? | Xymenes would like to be Monah's guide and arranges a schedule. |
train_1752 | Joella: Is there anything I can do for you?
Ardelia: I'm trying to choose a gift.
Joella: Did you have anything particular in mind?
Ardelia: No, but I'd like to get something typical in this region.
Joella: Well, we have some handmade products. Let me show you some.
Ardelia: They're quite nice. But I'm afraid they're q... | Joella helps Ardelia choose a gift under one hundred yuan. |
train_1753 | Cordie: I can't find my glasses and I can't see anything. Can you help me find a few things?
Corey: No problem. What are you looking for?
Cordie: My laptop, do you see it?
Corey: Yes, your laptop is on the chair.
Cordie: Where's my book?
Corey: Which one?
Cordie: The dictionary.
Corey: It's under the table.
Cordie: Whe... | Corey helps Cordie find several things because Cordie cannot find Cordie's glasses and Cordie cannot see anything. Corey finds Cordie's glasses at last. |
train_1754 | Thane: I need help picking out a lotion.
Neely: It would be my pleasure to help you. What do you need help with?
Thane: I picked up some poison oak while hiking, and I can't stop itching.
Neely: We have Techne, and it is available in lotion or cream.
Thane: Do you find that one works better than the other?
Neely: I hav... | Neely helps Thane pick out Techne in cream and recommends a medicine to help with the itching. |
train_1755 | Arline: I put in two quarters for a coke, but nothing came out of the machine.
Molli: Really? Let me check it.
Arline: I'm sure it's broken.
Molli: No, ma'am. I'm afraid you put in only one quarter and one dime. | Molli says Arline didn't put enough money in the machine despite Arline believing otherwise. |
train_1756 | Maxie: What would my new duties be?
Gillian: Your main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees.
Maxie: Will I have the chance to take business trip abroad once in a while?
Gillian: Yes, you definitely will. | Gillian tells Maxie about Maxie's new duties and admits Maxie's chance to take business trips abroad. |
train_1757 | Bjorn: How is the college search going?
Sherilyn: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
Bjorn: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
Sherilyn: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that. . .
Bjorn: I know. You... | Sherilyn has difficulty in choosing a college to go because there are too many options. Bjorn suggests Sherilyn talk to the school counselor. |
train_1758 | Peace Hotel: Hello, Peace Hotel.
John Smith: Hello, I'm calling from Beijing. I'd like to reserve a double room with a bath from tonight on for five days, please.
Peace Hotel: A moment, please. I'll check our room availability for these days. . . Yes, that's all right. What's your name please?
John Smith: John Smith. J... | John Smith calls a hotel to reserve a room. |
train_1759 | Jory: Good morning, may I help you?
Ingeberg: Good morning. I want to remit 1, 000 yuan to my sister in Shanghai.
Jory: Please fill out this form.
Ingeberg: OK. . . Do I need to put on my sister's name for the receiver?
Jory: Yes. You must put on her name and address.
Ingeberg: OK, I see. Here you are. Is that OK now?
... | Jory helps Ingeberg remit 1000 yuan to Ingeberg's sister. |
train_1760 | Rawley: Excuse me, can you tell me where central Park Street is?
Kerri: Turn right at the third light and then go straight for two blocks.
Rawley: Is it far?
Kerri: No. It's only a ten-minute walk.
Rawley: I see. Thanks a lot.
Kerri: You're welcome. | Rawley asks Kerri the way to central Park Street |
train_1761 | Loria: Well, I'm not sure. It sounds as if the movie is rather violent for us.
Peter: Yes, but it's very famous. The director won some kind of award. Peter saw it a few months ago, and according to him, some of it was violent, but it was all done in a very 'matter-of-fact' way. Nothing to... eh... you know...
Loria: OK... | Peter tells Loria although the film is rather violent, it is famous. Loria is convinced. |
train_1762 | Ethel: How are your French lessons going?
Leola: Well, I'm no longer taking French lessons.
Ethel: Are you kidding? You told me you made up your mind to study French well this summer. Didn't you sign up for the four-week course?
Leola: I did. But the teacher told me not to come back any more after only one week and he ... | Leola is no longer taking French lessons because Leola has been kicked out for broking the class rules several times. Ethel comforts Leola. |
train_1763 | Kathlin: You must be Kelly. Thanks for coming. It's hard to find a good babysitter on a Friday night.
Kelly: I like watching kids, and I need the extra money. I'd like to talk to you about my new rate increases. | Kathlin thanks Kelly for coming as a babysitter. Kelly wants a raise. |
train_1764 | Linda: Hello? I would like to speak to Mr. Lee.
Mr. Lee: This is Lee speaking.
Linda: This is Linda, your old friend.
Mr. Lee: Oh, how are you, Linda? I'm glad you called.
Linda: Mr. Smith wrote to me that you were coming to our city. May I see you at your hotel right away?
Mr. Lee: Please hold on a moment. I have to c... | Linda calls to Mr. Lee because she wants to visit Lee. Mr. Lee gladly agrees. |
train_1765 | Tim: Hi, Tim. So, are you doing some last-minute shopping before the weekend?
Jodie: Well, actually, I'm looking for supplies to put together 72-hour kits for each member of my family.
Tim: [A] 72-hour kit? What's that?
Jodie: Basically, a 72-hour kit contains emergency supplies you would need to sustain yourself for t... | Tim tells Tim that he is putting together 72-hour kits for his family in case of emergencies. They discuss what to prepare for a 72-hour kit, like food, water, shelter, fire starters, things for little kids, etc. Tim thinks a 72-hour kit makes perfect sense but Tim seems to believe it unnecessary, but Tim insists on it... |
train_1766 | Caren: There are something wrong with my computer.
Willmott: Really, what's wrong with it ?
Caren: The computer doesn't work when I push the power botton.
Willmott: Oh, do you use your computer often ?
Caren: Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time.
Willmott: Don't worry. Have you got receipt with you ?
... | Caren asks Willmott to repair Caren's computer. Willmott will do it on Tuesday. |
train_1767 | Emmett: Do you have any seats available?
Anitra: Yes. This way please.
Emmett: What's the special today?
Anitra: I recommend our New English Pizza.
Emmett: Then give me a large one and an egg drop soup.
Anitra: Okay. Wait a minute please. | Anitra helps Emmett to order Emmett's meal. |
train_1768 | Kittie: Good afternoon, sir. May I help you?
The customer: Yes, I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries.
Kittie: Would you like anything to drink with that?
The customer: Yes, a medium Coke.
Kittie: Will that be all?
The customer: Yes.
Kittie: For here or to go?
The customer: To go, please. ( T... | Kittie helps The customer order a cheeseburger, French fries, and a Coke. |
train_1769 | Janelle: OK, Ann, you spent quite a bit of time in Australia recently so why don't you talk about that?
Ann: I really liked living in Australia. I was an international student and I studied education at the university of Sydney. And living in Sydney was fantasticbecuase I could go to the beach anytime I wanted and the... | Ann tells Janelle that she stayed in Sydney for a year and she traveled to many places in Australia and experienced a lot, like climbing cliffs, going camping, going diving, and so on. Ann may go down to Melbourne for another year. |
train_1770 | Sherrie: I remember you said that you like China because it has cheap beers.
Denni: Yes, unbelievably cheap. Carlsberg is less than $1.
Sherrie: Why do you drink? I mean, where does drinking get you?
Denni: It's fashionable.
Sherrie: Come on, you don't even know that blinds following is a sign of immaturity.
Denni... | Denni tells Mary Denni likes drinking because Denni thinks it's fashionable, but Mary thinks it's blind following. Denni explains Denni enjoys drinking and tells a story of picking up a girl at a bar. |
train_1771 | Rosie: Hi, Rosie. How was your New York visit?
Cacilia: Fantastic. I love the weather in New York. Summers are mostly cool, but it is very hot here in New Delhi.
Rosie: It will probably rain tomorrow.
Cacilia: I hope so. My uncle lives in London. It has a beautiful climate.
Rosie: Yes, London is a wonderful city.
Cacil... | Rosie and Rosie are talking about the weather in different cities. They may go shopping in the evening if the weather is nice. |
train_1772 | Tessie: Anything interesting in the paper today, dear?
Mada: Well, yeah! There are a few here that might interest us. Here's one for just $400. It only has one bedroom but it sounds nice, near Lake Street.
Tessie: Yeah. Let me see what the cheapest two-bedroom apartment is. Oh, here's one on Market Street. It's a real ... | Tessie and Mada are looking through the housing information in the paper. They find a satisfying apartment and decide to have a look. |
train_1773 | Sigfrid: Who wrote this? It's completely wrong.
Lottie: What do you mean?
Sigfrid: Just look at it. The accident wasn't on Thursday. It was on Tuesday. The accident happened at lunch time. Really you should remember the fact. It was a girl not a boy lying on the road and she hadn't tripped over anything. She had just s... | Sigfrid asks Lottie to amend the news about an accident because the information in it is inappropriate and wrong. |
train_1774 | Minda: When I think of giving a good gift, I think about my uncle.
Virginia: Why is that? I know he gave you a snow globe yesterday. Doesn't that seem like a strange gift?
Minda: Well, I'll be honest, his gifts can be out of times, but they just make me laugh.
Virginia: I'm glad. But my family always give very practica... | Minda prefers funny gifts that are imaginative and Minda is always grateful for any gift, while Virginia prefers a simple gift card or cash because it is practical so that Virginia can buy anything. |
train_1775 | Gerrie: Hello, can I get a taxi? We're just outside the city limits.
Amaleta: No problem, ma'am. Where exactly are you going? There is an extra charge for anything over 20 kilometers.
Gerrie: The Roxy Club downtown. There are 6 of us though. Do you have any bigger car so we don't need to take two taxis?
Amaleta: Yes, o... | Amaleta helps to send a taxi that is capable of 6 people for Gerrie. |
train_1776 | Daisy: Hi, Maria, how's it going?
Maria: Good. I finished all my courses today, so I can relax.
Daisy: Great. Maybe you'll have time for some traveling now.
Maria: Maybe, but I think I'll stay at home this weekend.
Daisy: Oh, well, why don't you come to my house? My family is coming over. We're having a barbeque in the... | Maria plans to stay at home this weekend. Daisy invites her to have a barbeque to celebrate the birth of Daisy's sister's baby. Maria agrees. |
train_1777 | Milton: Hamilton High School, can I help you?
Mavis: Yes, I have some questions to ask. My son hopes to study in your school.
Milton: Welcome. I am glad to help you.
Mavis: Thanks. We just knew about the school yesterday. What if I miss the application deadline?
Milton: You can still apply as a 'late'. Your application... | Mavis asks Milton some information about Hamilton High School, including the application, transportation, and the ways to reach teachers, because Mavis's son hopes to study in it. |
train_1778 | Sylvie: Hi, Michael. It's Sylvie, in Brussels. Are you getting ready for the conference next month? How are you going to San Francisco? Are you flying direct from Dublin?
Brigitta: Um...well, probably have to change in, either in London or in Amsterdam? What about you?
Sylvie: Well, I still need to book my flight from ... | Sylvie asks Michael how he is going to San Francisco to attend a conference. After knowing Michael may have to change in Amsterdam, she suggests they catch the same flight from Amsterdam to San Francisco. |
train_1779 | Harli: I ' Ve been told you might have a vacant room.
Alonzo: Yes. I have a spare room.
Harli: How much are you asking?
Alonzo: 10.00 dollars a night.
Harli: Could I see the room, please?
Alonzo: Sure.Come on in. | Alonzo'll show Harli the vacant room. |
train_1780 | Anallise: Hello, how can I be of service?
RIB: 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.
Anallise: 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'l... | RIB asks for Anallise's help to check the 50 yuan note. Anallise thinks it's counterfeit and will confiscate it. |
train_1781 | Lora: What sort of shopping is nearby, Mr. Taylor?
John: Call me John. This is a great area of the city for shopping. There ' s a grocery store just around the corner.
Lora: What about things other than food?
John: Well, the Riverside Mall has 200 stores in it, including four major department stores.
Lora: Are there sm... | John tells Lora a grocery store is around the corner and there're also many stores and specialty shops. |
train_1782 | Titus: Thank you for purchasing your new mattress with us.
Gene: No, thank you.
Titus: Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you, sir?
Gene: That would be great.
Titus: When do you want it delivered?
Gene: I need it delivered tomorrow. Will that be possible?
Titus: What time exactly?
Gene: I need it delivered a... | Gene buys a mattress from Titus. Titus'll deliver it for Gene tomorrow at 12. |
train_1783 | Iain: have you seen the new Cosmo magazine that I was reading this morning?
Emmalynn: I think I may have seen it on the kitchen table.
Iain: you're right, thanks. There's an interesting interview with a top director about his latest film that I want to finish.
Emmalynn: who's the director?
Iain: it's Martin Scorsese. Y... | Iain tells Emmalynn there's an interview of Martin Scorsese on the new Cosmo magazine and Emmalynn wants to read it after Iain finishes. Iain says Cosmo has a middle-class readership but the circulation will fall if the price goes up. |
train_1784 | Dulcine: We have another traditional holiday-the Dragon Boat Festival.
Sheilah: When is it?
Dulcine: It falls on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month.
Sheilah: Could you tell me the origin of the two festivals?
Dulcine: OK. The Dragon Boat Festival is a way to commemorate a great ancient poet named Quyuan. On that da... | Dulcine introduces the Dragon Boat Festival to Sheilah. Dulcine tells Sheilah its time, origin, and why people eat rice cakes. |
train_1785 | Ami: Did you smell something? It smells so great.
Tawnya: It must come from the bakery on the corner. They are baking cookies. Their cookies are very popular in town.
Ami: How come I never knew that? Do they have a new baker or something?
Tawnya: I think so. The bakery invited a famous baker from the USA. He is good at... | Tawnya tells Ami the bakery invited a famous baker and suggests Tawnya taste the swiss roll before buying it. Tawnya's starting loving the bakery now. |
train_1786 | Kimberlee: Great. The bed is exactly what I have been looking for!
Lorelle: You have good taste. It's made of red wood.
Kimberlee: Oh, I like red wood. How much do you charge for it?
Lorelle: 300 dollars.
Kimberlee: That's sheer robbery!
Lorelle: Believe me, it's worth the price.
Kimberlee: It's more than I can afford.... | Kimberlee likes the bed but thinks it's expensive. Kimberlee bargains with Lorelle and finally takes it with 275 dollars. |
train_1787 | Madam: Fill it up, PLS.
Jae: Premium or regular, Madam?
Madam: Premium, PLS. Could you check my tyres, too? I think they need air.
Jae: No problem, Madam. Should I check the air in the spare tyre as well?
Madam: I don't think so. It's brand-new.
Jae: Should I clean the windshield for you?
Madam: Yes, PLS. I also need y... | Madam asks Jae to help fill the tank with premium gas and check the tyres, oil, and radiator. Jae fills the radiator with water, and Madam pays in cash. |
train_1788 | Deni: We are interested in placing a large order for your wool carpet.
Oleg: How much would you like?
Deni: 10, 000 sq. m. You should give us a discount for such a large quantity.
Oleg: A higher discount will be given for a big order, so we are willing to give you a 5 % discount this time.
Deni: The Iranians will give ... | Deni wants to place 10, 000 sq. m. wool carpet. Oleg'll give a 5% discount. Deni wants more, but Oleg says the maximum is 6%. |
train_1789 | Rodolfo: When in Rome, do as the Romans do, they say.
Cathyleen: What do the Romans do?
Rodolfo: They live in Rome, of course, and go to work by car or bus. But sometimes it takes too long that way because of the traffic jams, so they walk.
Cathyleen: In other words, the Romans do what everyone else does.
Rodolfo: Yes,... | Rodolfo tells Cathyleen what Romans do and says they do what everyone else does. But Cathyleen thinks they do it differently as the climate's different and a Roman loves life. |
train_1790 | Joyann: Do you have a question, Mary?
Mary: No. That's not why I raised my hand. I need to go to the ladies'room.
Joyann: Let me give you a hall pass for it.
Mary: What's a hall pass?
Joyann: With a hall pass, you can go to the ladies'room or wherever you need to go during class time.
Mary: I see.
Joyann: If a teacher ... | Mary wants to go to the ladies' room, so Joyann gives her a hall pass to avoid trouble. |
train_1791 | Mr. Li: Good morning miss. Wang
miss. Wang: Good morning Mr. Li
Mr. Li: It's a beautiful morning isn't it?
miss. Wang: Oh. It's a nice day indeed
Mr. Li: I hope it won't be too hot, I can't stand the heat
miss. Wang: Really. For me too. | Miss Wang and Mr. Li think the weather's nice. |
train_1792 | Cathi: so, how should we go to the theatre?
Don: let's take the bus.
Cathi: 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.
Don: it's not that bad. You probably just had a bad experience once.
Cathi: it wasn't just once. Every sin... | Don suggests taking the bus to the theatre, but Cathi hates the bus system in London. Cathi thinks trains are expensive, and Don says it's hard to find a taxi during rush hours. They finally decide to take the bus. |
train_1793 | Corly: You look really wiped out?
Malissia: I had meetings back to back all morning. And phone rang off the hook from the minute I walked into the office.
Corly: Not a good day. I hate to tell you that Mr. Thomas wants to see the profit's statement for new project tomorrow morning.
Malissia: I can't believe it. I guess... | Malissia thinks Malissia has to work overtime when Corly tells the bad news. |
train_1794 | Godwin: Hi, Lucy, you are very popular with people around you, what are your tricks?
Lucy: Thank you for saying so. I don't know, probably because I like sharing my experience and knowledge with them. I think this kind of communication helps to improve our work efficiency and also helps to get along with colleagues.
Go... | Lucy thinks she's popular because she likes sharing her experience and knowledge. Godwin thinks sharing knowledge might make people angry, and Lucy tells Godwin showing friendliness and willingness to share is important. |
train_1795 | Jackie: Mike, these flowers are just gorgeous.
Mike: I'm glad you like them. Happy birthday!
Jackie: I can't thank you enough. I'm really touched. I don't know what to say.
Mike: Forget it. It's my pleasure. You mean a lot to me.
Jackie: You're the best! | Jackie thanks Mike for the gorgeous flowers. |
train_1796 | Dana Okro: Hello, Dana Okro.
Kevin Abrahams: Hello, Dana, this is Kevin Abrahams from Eureka Corp. I don't know if you'll remember me but we met last week at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
Dana Okro: Oh, yes. Hi, how are you?
Kevin Abrahams: Great. Do you have a few minutes right now for me to tell you a little bit ... | Kevin calls Dana to tell her his company's data management tools, but Dana's too swamped to listen to him. Kevin will send Dana a program packet, and Dana will call him if she has questions. |
train_1797 | Godfrey: What do you think of your personality?
Muriel: I am quite alive and energetic. I am a curious person, and I like to learn new things.
Godfrey: Do you think you are introverted or extroverted?
Muriel: I am quite outgoing, I think.
Godfrey: How do you get along with people whose characters are different from you... | Godfrey asks Muriel about Muriel's personality and how to get along with others. |
train_1798 | Monica: Lucy, I'd like to fix the light in the corridor, it keeps flashing, which drives me crazy. Would you like to help me with the ladder?
Lucy: Monica, wait a moment. I think we'd better call the repair man to do it.
Monica: I think I can handle it by myself.
Lucy: I'd like you to have a look at the safety manual o... | Lucy wants to call the repairman to fix the light, but Monica wants to repair it herself. Lucy reminds her of the company rules. |
train_1799 | Steffie: Good morning, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
Erastus: Yes, I would like to have a suit made to measure.
Steffie: Sure. How do you like your suit?
Erastus: I want a single breasted suit. Here is the cloth. | Steffie helps Erastus have a suit made to measure. |
train_1800 | Casey: Hi, I am so glad to see you.
Jordanna: Are you kidding me? Why do you say so?
Casey: You know, I'm about to graduate and I have to look for a job as soon as possible. But I haven't the faintest idea of how to go about finding a job.
Jordanna: OK. Let me see where to start.
Casey: I guess first I should prepare a... | Casey's going to find a job and should prepare a resume first. Jordanna tells Casey what should Casey put into Casey's resume. Jordanna also suggests putting connected interests and attaching a list of references to the resume. |
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