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train_2401 | Yi-jun: That's good to know. We'll watch for crazy drivers.
Dwaine: Hey, guys. Ready for a pick-up game of touch football?
Yi-jun: Football? Sounds dangerous. Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader.
Dwaine: C'mon, Yi-jun. It's lots of fun. You've seen football played on TV.
Yi-jun: Uh, yeah. And I've seen guys in pads tackle... | Dwaine invites Yi-jun to play touch football. Yi-jun doesn't want to be tackled but agrees reluctantly. |
train_2402 | Priscilla: What do you think of smoking?
Bruce: It's harmful. Not only for yourself but for others.
Priscilla: What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking?
Bruce: Stop producing cigarettes.
Priscilla: But that'll affect the national economy.
Bruce: That's right. But I don't think there are better ways.
Priscilla: ... | Priscilla suggests printing warnings on cigarette packets. Bruce thinks it may take effect. |
train_2403 | Jacquelynn: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
Darren: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
Jacquelynn: How would you solve the problem?
Darren: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for hom... | Darren thinks housing is a big problem while Jacquelynn thinks education is the biggest problem. Solving both problems needs more taxes. Jacquelynn and Darren think the government should show that it is using money efficiently. |
train_2404 | Royce: Do you think children watch too much Tv?
Jill: I only allow my child to watch up to an hour a day. I don't think that tv is bad for kids. I think that kids should be active and not become couch potatoes.
Royce: Perhaps I should impose a limit on how much Tv my kids can watch. They don't do much else in their fre... | Royce's considering imposing a limit on the amount of TV Royce's kids can watch. Jill reminds Royce to have something else for them to do and parents should watch less TV to make an example. |
train_2405 | Orsola: What's your little caper? Come home so late! We are all worried about you.
Jeniece: Oh, I am terribly sorry. But I was so captivated with the singer at the subway exit. So I forgot the time.
Orsola: Singing? At the subway exit? Oh, it sounds like someone needs some money.
Jeniece: Oh, no, the guy was a musician... | Jeniece comes home late because Jeniece was captivated by the singer at the subway exit and forgot the time. Orsola encourages Jeniece to do it next time and tells Jeniece the real art in the subway station in Russia. |
train_2406 | Jason: We're in big trouble, Jason. Nick is beating us by a long shot.
Lorne: Impossible! Well, I'm not giving up yet. It's not over till the fat lady sings!
Jason: OK, comeback kid. Here's you last question. How many times did Robin Williams win the Oscar for Best Actor?
Lorne: Hmm. Let's see. . . there was Good Morni... | Nick's beating Jason and Jason by a long shot, and Jason fails to answer the last question. |
train_2407 | Veronica: what do you think about this store? I heard it's a posh store that's only got branches in big cities.
Mandy: I love this store. The only problem is that it's extremely expensive.
Veronica: don't worry. I'Ve decided that for your birthday I'm going to take you shopping for a new dress.
Mandy: really? I thought... | Veronica takes Mandy to an expensive posh store to buy her a new dress as a birthday gift. Mandy finally chooses a white dress in size 8. Mandy feels happy and grateful. |
train_2408 | Emogene: Good morning, Miss.
Antonietta: Morning. Can I help you?
Emogene: Yes, I'd like to know how to use the library. You know, I'm a new student here.
Antonietta: All you need is your student identification card to check out books.
Emogene: Yes. Here's my identification.
Antonietta: That's all you need.
Emogene: Th... | Antonietta tells Emogene to use the student identification card to check out books and shows Emogene where to find a book on physics. |
train_2409 | Margot: Nice weather, honey!
Sidonnie: The days are getting longer!
Margot: May and Daniel often like this kind of weather.
Sidonnie: Yeah, they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot.
Margot: Honey, how about taking them to the beach this weekend?
Sidonnie: That's great!
Margot: Since last time we'v... | Margot and Sidonnie decide to take May and Daniel to the beach this weekend because the weather is rarely nice for the season. |
train_2410 | Lucie: This skirt is too tight. I would like to return it please. Do I need to go to the customer's service desk?
Vivienne: I can help you with that. Do you still have your receipt?
Lucie: No, I receive this as a birthday present, but the price tag is still on the skirt though. Will that be OK?
Vivienne: Oh, yes, that ... | Lucie wants to return the skirt to a larger size. Vivienne says the skirt in this color is out of stock and gives Lucie the refund. |
train_2411 | Lynette: I would like to place an order.
Noel: Alright, Ma'am. What items would you like to order today?
Lynette: I have your catalog here. Do you want me to tell you the item numbers, or the names?
Noel: You may tell me both, Ma'am.
Lynette: Alright. I want to order the satin sheets on page 28.
Noel: The Merriman sati... | Lynette orders a full set of ivory Merriman satin sheets in King-size and asks Noel the explanation of satin. After Lynette paying 68 dollars with VISA, Noel will run the charge and get Lynette's address in a moment. |
train_2412 | Herold: Well, we've settled the problems of price, quality and quantity. What mode of payment do you wish to employ?
Rozalin: Irrevocable letter of credit, of course. It's the normal terms of payment in international business.
Herold: Could you adopt D / A or D / P? You see I have to pay a deposit when I open a letter ... | Rozalin wishes to employ an irrevocable letter of credit. Herold asks if Rozalin could adopt D/A or D/P and thus Herold doesn't need to pay a deposit, but Rozalin only accepts L/C for regular orders. |
train_2413 | Worden: Hi, Cole. What can I do for you?
Cole: if you have a few minutes, I'd like to talk to you about my future at this company.
Worden: sure, have a seat.
Cole: thanks.
Worden: let me just grab your file. How long have you worked for us now?
Cole: I've worked here as a sales representative for about a year now.
Word... | Cole's worked as a sales representative for about a year and would like a promotion to sales manager. Worden thinks he'd be the perfect candidate for the position and tells him to go through the formal application procedures. |
train_2414 | Jada: Have you got anything to declare, madam?
Ilysa: No, I haven't.
Jada: Have you got any wine or spirits?
Ilysa: No, I don't drink.
Jada: What about cigarettes or cigars?
Ilysa: I've got some cigars.
Jada: How many, madam?
Ilysa: Two small boxes. | Ilysa has nothing to declare but some cigars. |
train_2415 | Ajai: Can you drive?
Orren: Yes, I have a driving license.
Ajai: Are you willing to drive yourself if the job requires?
Orren: Sure.
Ajai: One more thing, if you are wanted in this position, you must prepare to travel aboard frequently.
Orren: That's fine with me.
Ajai: Would you mind relocating?
Orren: As long as it i... | Ajai tells Orren about driving, relocating, and overworking the job requires. Orren doesn't mind these hardships. |
train_2416 | Gerard: Who wants to go first? Allen?
Allen: Uh. . . I mostly just like to listen. You're the groom. Why don't you go first?
Gerard: OK. Put on something by the Backstreet Boys!
Allen: How about ' As long as You Love Me '! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke!
Gerard: I'd better not. Brooke hates th... | Allen suggests Gerard sing first and recommends a song, but Gerard refuses. |
train_2417 | Janna: When should I come for work in the morning?
Nicolette: Generally speaking, you are supposed to come at 9:00 am.
Janna: When does the job start in the afternoon?
Nicolette: You should start from 1:30 pm in the afternoon. | Nicolette tells Janna the work time. |
train_2418 | Vince: Hi, Zina. I had a feeling you'd be stopping by.
Zina: Then you've heard from Vital?
Vince: Yes.
Zina: Look, Vince. I didn't mean to step on your toes, but we need to be decisive.
Vince: I know it. WebTracker is playing for keeps. They'll go for our jugular if we give them the chance.
Zina: This is awkward, I kno... | Zina stops by at Vince's and asks Vince to be decisive for the WebTracker issue. |
train_2419 | Myles: How did you choose courses when you were abroad?
Osgood: That's a very good question. Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal. In order to do these wisely and effectively, you should consult with a Program Adviser or Acade... | Osgood advises Myles to consult with a Program Advisor or Academic Counselor before choosing courses and explains it in detail. Myles is grateful for Osgood's advice. |
train_2420 | Celestina: Mr. Black, when is the earliest shipment you can make?
Mr. Black: In April or early May.
Celestina: I am afraid shipment by early May would be too late for us. Our customs formalities are quite complicated, and it takes time to distribute the goods to the farmers in our country. The fertilizers must be deliv... | Celestina thinks the earliest shipment is too late and wants Mr. Black to have the fertilizers delivered before April. Mr.Black assures Celestina that they will. |
train_2421 | Nicky: I am sorry, but I can't find the book you lent me.
Kristin: That's OK.
Nicky: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.
Kristin: No. Don't be silly. I wouldn't dream of letting you do that. | Nicky apologizes to Kristin for losing Kristin's book. |
train_2422 | Peter Brown: Good morning. This is Peter Brown of IMA computers. What can I do for you?
Andrzej: Hello. I'd like to order some computer monitors.
Peter Brown: Yes. Which ones?
Andrzej: The order number is C106.
Peter Brown: How many do you need?
Andrzej: Three hundred, please.
Peter Brown: One moment. Yes, we can suppl... | Andrzej orders 300 computer monitors from Peter Brown and asks to send by July 21st. |
train_2423 | Issie: I've just finished reading Steve's list of ways of motivating employees to work more efficiently. I think they're out of touch with reality.
Kare: You just took the words out of my mouth. Let's try to persuade the others to see things our way. | Issie and Kare think Steve's ways are unrealistic. |
train_2424 | Keet Bradley: Dr. Thomas? This is Keet Bradley from Daily News. I'd like to ask you some questions about the new official standard weight that you purchased.
Dr. Thomas: I'd be happy to help you. What would you like to know?
Keet Bradley: First of all, how was the standard weight used?
Dr. Thomas: Well, the people in o... | Keet Bradley from Daily News asks Dr. Thomas about the new official standard weight. Dr. Thomas tells her it was used to adjust the scales. They bought it because the old one was imprecise, so they replaced it with one made of higher quality metal which costs about 45 thousand dollars |
train_2425 | Yolande: Welcome back! I didn't see you in physics class last Thursday.
Wyatt: I was absent myself that day. I went on a trip to New York, I just came back last night.
Yolande: New York! What a city! I'm sure you had lots of fun there.
Wyatt: No, not really. I was busy doing business. It's very hot there, too.
Yolande:... | Wyatt was absent from the physics class last Thursday because Wyatt went on a business trip to New York. |
train_2426 | James: Mary, tomorrow is your mom's fiftieth birthday. Do you know?
Mary: Of course I do. How shall we celebrate it?
James: First of all a birthday present. What about buying her a beautiful skirt?
Mary: That's a good idea. It would make her look younger. And a big birthday cake too, with fifty candles.
James: That's r... | James and Mary are planning for Mary's mom's fiftieth birthday. They'll buy her a beautiful skirt, and prepare a big cake and a Chinese dinner. |
train_2427 | Hymie: Hey. Don't worry. Uh, my brother will meet you at the airport. Sorry, but I have to work that day.
Lissy: So, you can't come to get me?
Hymie: No, uh, sorry.
Lissy: Uh, well, um, what does your brother look like?
Hymie: Well, he's fairly tall, he has short light brown hair, and he's pretty thin. He's certainly n... | Hymie has to work so Hymie will send Hymie's brother to meet Lissy at the airport. Hymie describes what Hymie's brother, Mike, looks like to Lissy. |
train_2428 | David: What can I do for you?
Pat: It's about the new clerks you need for the offices. I'm wondering how many people you want to employ.
David: That depends on what you would like.
Pat: I think I'd need about 30 hours a week, including some Saturdays. What do you think?
David: That's what I was thinking too. We don't w... | David and David are discussing the requirements of the new clerks. They want the clerks to be experienced and the salary depends on experience. |
train_2429 | Homer: Look, it's full of traffic here. Is this the shopping district?
Marcelo: Yes, it is. There are a lot of stores, restaurants, and theaters near here.
Homer: What is the largest building on the left?
Marcelo: That's Honor Department Store. They sell clothing, furniture, food-almost everything.
Homer: Do you like p... | Marcelo introduces the shopping district to Homer and recommends some better stores for man's clothes to Homer. Homer'll shop around by himself. |
train_2430 | Jenny: Hi, Jenny. We will have our midterm exams next month. I plan to look for some important books and study at the library. Do you want to join me?
Nichol: Sure. I need to return some books. They are due today. Besides, I can also read some weekly publications, magazines and newspapers.
Jenny: Great. We can go to th... | Jenny invites Jenny to study for the exams at the library together and go to the swimming pool after that. Jenny agrees. |
train_2431 | Helaine: Are you ready to visit grandma in Springfield?
Sophie: Yes. I just have to get the picture that I drew for her.
Helaine: Great. Let's put it in this box, so it stays nice and flat.
Sophie: I used the colored pencils that she got me for my birthday to make it, too! She will be happy about that.
Helaine: Yes, sh... | Helaine and Sophie will visit grandma in Springfield. Sophie brings the picture Sophie drew for grandma. |
train_2432 | Cacilia: Did you hear what Fred did last night?
Fred: No,not yet. What happened to him?
Cacilia: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight with his brother. Well, he got so mad that he drove his car straight into the front of a drugstore.
Fred: What do you mean?
Cacilia: I mean he drove inside. The front of the ... | Cacilia tells Fred Fred drove his car straight into a drugstore last night, and he's in the police station now. |
train_2433 | Ebonee: Billy, you are late again.
Billy: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
Ebonee: Yes he 's in his office.
Billy: Oh, I hope he didn't notice me.
Ebonee: Don't take any chances. It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. Any ... | Billy's late for work again. Ebonee advises Billy to apologize to the manager, or he'll probably get fired. |
train_2434 | Kerianne: I am looking for a blouse. Can you show me the way, please?
Elmira: OK, what style do you want?
Kerianne: I have no idea. Could you recommend me one?
Elmira: What about this one? It fits you.
Kerianne: Well, the style is quite good, but I think it's too showy. I would like to try on the lighter one. | Elmira recommends a blouse to Kerianne. Kerianne would like a lighter one. |
train_2435 | Xiaohui: This place is great. I'm surprised there are so many things here.
Harrie: Yes, but it takes a while to find things. It's not organized as carefully as a regular store.
Xiaohui: What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store?
Harrie: Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outl... | Harrie tells Xiaohui the difference between an outlet and a regular store. Xiaohui thinks an outlet is a good deal and will make the most of it to buy clothes for the family. |
train_2436 | Kristyn: You are going to be really jealous when you find out where I'm headed for the holidays!
Staci: Don't tell me! I'm sure it's someplace warm and sunny with great beaches!
Kristyn: You got it! I'm going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii!
Staci: You are so lucky! Send me a postcard! | Kristyn tells Staci excitedly Kristyn's going to Hawaii for holiday. |
train_2437 | Carlie: Have you finished your work?
Lyn: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.
Carlie: Where is the baby's mother?
Lyn: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour. | Lyn hasn't finished the work because of the baby. |
train_2438 | Tiler: Welcome to our university's fifties anniversary, Sir. Please have a seat.
Sir: Thank you. Wow, your school has so many honors. Congratulations!
Tiler: Thank you.
Sir: Excuse me. I wonder see Dean Mr. Lee first. I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is?
Tiler: Certainly. Mr. Lee's office build... | Tiler welcomes Sir at their university's fifties anniversary and leads Sir to Dean Mr. Lee's office. |
train_2439 | Lauree: So did you get in touch with your brother?
Liam: No, not yet. I'm really worried.
Lauree: Well, it'd be foolish to call the police. He probably just went away overnight.
Liam: Maybe you're right. But I'm still worried. | Liam's worried about Liam's brother. Lauree comforts Liam. |
train_2440 | Raquela: Would you like some tea or coffee, dear?
Fidelia: No, thanks. It's very late. They will keep me awake the whole night.
Raquela: Then what about some water?
Fidelia: Yes, please.
Raquela: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
Fidelia: I know, but I'll have... | Raquela prepares some water for Fidelia and asks Fidelia not to work too late. Fidelia has to finish the reports tonight and asks Raquela to turn down the TV. |
train_2441 | Yolanda: Hello, computer consultants.
Oreste: Hello, I'm interested in the Nova computer.
Yolanda: The basic model or the basic plus?
Oreste: Which one is more suitable for a small restaurant?
Yolanda: Well, it depends on what you really need. Both of them have the latest and greatest hardware.
Oreste: Well, we do need... | Oreste consults Yolanda about the Nova computer. Yolanda recommends the basic plus according to Oreste's demands and introduces other services. |
train_2442 | Alice: Hello, dad?
Windham: Yes, Alice. How are you? Is there anything wrong?
Alice: Oh no, I just wanted to call and see how you and mom are. It's been quite a while since I saw you last time.
Windham: Oh, we're both fine. How is Jack?
Alice: He is fine. He likes his work and got a higher pay last month. We were all p... | Alice calls her dad to see how the family has been doing. She might come to stay for a few weeks in July. |
train_2443 | Hildy: Jane, have you ridden the subway?
Jane: Yes, I go to work by underground everyday.
Hildy: On the Internet, there are 9 most beautiful subways in the world.
Jane: Is the Shanghai Bund Tourist Tunnel included in it?
Hildy: Yes. Have you been there?
Jane: Yes, I went to Shanghai last month. The Bund Tourist Tunnel ... | Jane describes the Shanghai Bund Tourist Tunnel, which is one of the 9 most beautiful subways in the world, to Hildy. |
train_2444 | Harlene: Mark, did you once study abroad?
Mark: Yes, I went to Australia as an exchange student about 8 years ago. I was only 16 years old then. I studied there for 2 years.
Harlene: What was the biggest surprise about your study abroad experience?
Mark: Well, before I went to Australia, I was afraid I wouldn't make an... | Mark tells Harlene his study-abroad experience in Australia. He's surprised that he made many friends and had so many great experiences there. |
train_2445 | Nicki: It's good to see the sun again. Let's go out.
Shawnee: Yes, we have been looking forward to this change for many days.
Nicki: But it's supposed to be cloudy this afternoon.
Shawnee: Oh, I can't believe it. The vegetables in my garden do need sunlight. They're getting yellow.
Nicki: The same with mine. Even rain ... | Nicki and Shawnee are happy with the sun since their plants need sunlight. |
train_2446 | Les: Where are you going, Les?
Emanuela: To the pet shop. I want to buy some cat food for Grace's birthday. She loves her cats and I'm sure she'd like to get some cat food.
Les: But it's Grace's birthday, not her cats'. She enjoys reading. Let's get her a book.
Emanuela: OK. Let's go to the book shop then.
Les: I prefe... | Les and Les are choosing a birthday gift for Grace. They consider cat food, a book, some sweets, and flowers. Then they decide on a plant. |
train_2447 | Trisha: I ' d like to open a savings account. Can you tell me how to do it?
Thom: Ok, you have to fill out the form. And I let me see three identification cards or documents.
Trisha: I have the driver ' s license, a membership card and my passport. Would we do?
Thom: Let me see them. Yes. There ' re ok.
Trisha: What ' ... | Thom helps Trisha open a savings account and tells Trisha the minimum deposit amount is ten dollars. |
train_2448 | Nathan: 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.
Leilah: 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 ... | Nathan wants to sell the house because furnishing and decorating will cost much. But Leilah thinks the house will be worth more in the future. |
train_2449 | Hailee: Hi, I think I was supposed to call for my test results today.
Connolly: If you go onto our website and put in your password, you can access your test results.
Hailee: Are you saying that there weren ' t any problems?
Connolly: I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem.
Hailee: ... | Connolly tells Hailee to check the test results on the website and contact Connolly if there're any problems. |
train_2450 | Cindi: Jane, I was wondering if you you had any plans for saturday afternoon.
Jane: A friend and I are planing to go out, why? what's up?
Cindi: There is a special exhibition of french sculptures at the museum, I was hoping you ' d like to come with me.
Jane: I am afraid I can't I am going to be out all day.
Cindi: Wha... | Cindi invites Jane to an exhibition. But Jane's out on Saturday and Sunday's her mum's birthday. Jane's also busy next week. |
train_2451 | Ninnette: I had a big argument with david yesterday. I hope he ' s not still mad at me.
Judi: What did you argue about?
Ninnette: He borrowed some money from me and I needed it back. He said he didn ' t have the money yet.
Judi: Well, he should pay you back. It ' s only fair.
Ninnette: Yes, but I got angry with him too... | Ninnette has a big argument with David because Ninnette wanted the money back and got angry too quickly. Judi suggests talking to David to protect the friendship. |
train_2452 | Jaquith: My dear, what's for supper?
Marijo: Red cooked carp and rape with fresh mushrooms.
Jaquith: What about soup?
Marijo: Sour-peppery soup.
Jaquith: Which condiment do you use for?
Marijo: I'll use ginger, garlic scallion, hot pepper and vinegar.
Jaquith: Very good, need I help you?
Marijo: No, don't need, I can d... | Marijo is preparing the supper and asks Jaquith to cook the dinner next time. |
train_2453 | Margot: can I see your passport, please?
Francis: is this line for non-residents?
Margot: yes it is. Residents can queen up in the lines to my right.
Francis: Ok. Here's my passport.
Margot: what's the expiration date on your passport?
Francis: I think it's soon, maybe in a few months. It was renewed in Beijing, so the... | Margot checks Francis's passport and reminds Francis to renew it before the expiration date. Francis'll study in the UK and live in the dorm with the living costs and tuition covered by Francis's dad. |
train_2454 | Thomasa: Guess what came in the mail today?
Lida: What?
Thomasa: My acceptance letter to Yale!
Lida: Wow! Congratulation! When do classes start?
Thomasa: Freshman orientation is the last week of august, but I want to go two weeks before that to get settled in.
Lida: You're so lucky! Do you have to do many things before... | Thomasa's acceptance letter to Yale arrived and Thomasa asks Lida's help to choose classes. Thomasa has to take fundamental courses because every student must take some classes in history, English, science, etc, which is different from the Chinese and British education system. |
train_2455 | Jerrilyn: Thanks for the advice, Mr. Macmillan. I'll keep it in mind. I had better head off though. I'm meeting my husband for dinner.
Mr. Macmillan: Sure, I'm heading out myself. Enjoy your evening.
Jerrilyn: Thanks, sir. You too. Drive safely, I hear there's a lot ice on the roads.
Mr. Macmillan: Thanks for the warni... | Jerrilyn thanks for Mr. Macmillan's advice and heads off. |
train_2456 | Nev: Did you play football yesterday?
Tony: Yes, I played with Tony and John.
Nev: What did you do after you'd played football?
Tony: We all went swimming.
Nev: Are you going swimming again this afternoon?
Tony: No, we aren't. We're going to help Mr. Smith to plant some flowers.
Nev: Are you helping him all afternoon?
... | Tony played football and went swimming yesterday. Tony'll help Mr. Smith plant flowers today and he'll pay Tony. |
train_2457 | Pattie: This is the first time for me to have a Chinese guest. I hope you like western cooking.
Chinese: Yes. I like it very much.
Pattie: Cooking is a hobby with me. I'm always trying to think up new recipes. I hope you like the soup. It's kind of a specialty of mine, so I hope you enjoy it.
Chinese: It's excellent.
P... | Pattie treats Chinese with Western food and it's the first time for Pattie to treat a Chinese guest. Pattie cooks Pattie's specialty soup, which Chinese loves. |
train_2458 | Torrey: Does your girl friend like swimming?
Thedrick: Yes, she does. She is good at backstroke and free style.
Torrey: Then you can help her with the breaststroke and sidestroke.
Thedrick: But she wants to learn the butterfly stroke
Torrey: Really? Then just ask her to follow me.
Thedrick: I heard you are now practici... | Thedrick's girlfriend wants to learn the butterfly stroke, and Torrey asks her to follow Torrey. Torrey swims just for fun. |
train_2459 | Lorilyn: What's taking you so long?
Jacquie: Don't worry. I'm almost finished.
Lorilyn: I need you to hurry up.
Jacquie: All right. I'm finished.
Lorilyn: I think there's more you need to do.
Jacquie: What do you mean by that?
Lorilyn: My hair looks awful.
Jacquie: What don't you like about it?
Lorilyn: I just don't li... | Lorilyn thinks Lorilyn's hair looks awful and dislikes it. Lorilyn won't pay Jacquie. |
train_2460 | Gregor: 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?
Andria: Of course you can. I am su... | Gregor's fax machine stops working, so Gregor asks to use Andria's. Andria's fax machine can print out immediately. |
train_2461 | Ronnica: Good evening, ma'am. May I help you?
Shelbi: Yes. I'd like to use a safety deposit box.
Ronnica: Will the object fit into this size of box?
Shelbi: Let me see. I think it's OK.
Ronnica: Could you fill out this form, please, ma'am?
Shelbi: Here you are.
Ronnica: Thank you, ma'am. Would you like to use it until ... | Ronnica helps Shelbi reserve a safety deposit box until May 20th and will confirm Shelbi's signature to open the box. |
train_2462 | Li King: Hello, this is Li King. Can I talk to your manager?
Cornie: Sorry, he has just gone out now. Can I take a message for you?
Li King: Yes. Would you please kindly tell him I want to apply for a proof-reader in your newspaper?
Cornie: OK, I got it. | Cornie helps Li King leave a message to the manager. |
train_2463 | Overseas operator: Hello. Overseas operator. May I help you?
Helen Kent: Yes. I'd like to make a collect call to Japan.
Overseas operator: Your name, please?
Helen Kent: It's Helen Kent.
Overseas operator: Who would you like to talk to?
Helen Kent: I'd like to talk to Mr. Edna Kent.
Overseas operator: Is that Mr. Edna ... | Overseas operator helps Helen Kent make a collect call to Mr. Edna Kent in Japan. |
train_2464 | Aditya: I think I need some iced water, too. Is there an extra charge for that?
Darcie: Yes. We charge 50 cents for iced water.
Aditya: That's fine. Could you give me some more napkins, too?
Darcie: Sure. Do you need anything else?
Aditya: Yes. I would also like some sweet-and-sour sauce and pepper.
Darcie: I'll put al... | Aditya asks Darcie for some iced water charged for 50 cents and free napkins, sauce, and pepper. |
train_2465 | Celestine: Why is there no water coming out when you turn on the faucet?
Darren: Not even a single drop?
Celestine: Well, it's just drip drip drip. But that's not water.
Darren: I don't know. Since yesterday morning, the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip.
Celestine: Did you call the apartment mana... | Celestine says there's no water out of the faucet. Darren called the apartment management long ago, but no one comes. |
train_2466 | Jerrold: Can I leave early today?
Issie: Sure. I don't mind.
Jerrold: And can I come in late tomorrow?
Issie: I don't see why not.
Jerrold: And may I take Friday off?
Issie: Go ahead. It's OK with me.
Jerrold: One more thing. Would you give me a ten-dollar raise?
Issie: No. | Issie agrees Jerrold comes late and leaves early but won't give Jerrold any raise. |
train_2467 | Marylinda: Front desk, can I help you?
Leiah: Yes, I need a wake-up call tomorrow at seven thirty.
Marylinda: Sure. Your room number, PLS?
Leiah: Room 1019.
Marylinda: Room 1019, tomorrow at seven thirty. Ok, we will give you a call in the morning. | Leiah asks Marylinda for a wake-up call tomorrow. |
train_2468 | Bruno: Cute. . . Here. These beans are already ground. Now for step three
Marjie: So soon?
Bruno: You have to brew the grinds while they're fresh and drink it immediately for the best flavor.
Marjie: OK! Hurry, then! Here's my cup. I can't wait for step four!
Bruno: There is no step four. . .
Marjie: Yes, there is, dri... | Bruno tells Marjie to brew the grinds and drink the coffee immediately. |
train_2469 | Blair: Stephen, can you work overtime tonight?
Stephen: What's wrong? We have been working overtime recently.
Blair: The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task.
Stephen: Must we finish our task before the holiday?
Blair: Yes. The contract must be kept.
Stephen: OK. I know. But Bob wanted to change shifts with ... | Blair asks Stephen to work overtime, but Bob wanted to change shifts with Stephen. Blair'll tell Bob and double Stephen's pay. |
train_2470 | Carmela: How do you spend your spare time? Are you interested in sports?
Beowulf: I have many hobbies, I like almost all kinds of sports and I also like to listen to pop songs.
Carmela: Do you think you are introverted or extroverted?
Beowulf: I think I am extroverted. | Beowulf tells Carmela Beowulf's hobbies, and Beowulf's extroverted. |
train_2471 | Thea: I think I may rent this apartment from you.
Kesley: That would be wonderful.
Thea: Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent?
Kesley: The rent is $ 1050 every month.
Thea: That's way too much.
Kesley: What is good for you?
Thea: I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent.
Kesley: That's not high enough... | Thea may rent the apartment Thea, and they agree on $900 a month for rent. |
train_2472 | Brandice: What kind of life do you prefer, city life or country life?
Noelani: In comparison to city life, the country life is quiet and peaceful.
Brandice: But it doesn't have all the modern convenience offered by the city.
Noelani: Yeah, I agree. Every wall has two sides. | Brandice asks Noelani's preference for city or country life. |
train_2473 | Sherwood: Hello. What can I do for you today?
Andre: I've got some documents here that go with the L / C our company opened 10 days ago. I think there is something wrong.
Sherwood: Really? Have you checked everything carefully?
Andre: Very carefully, that's when I found the problem.
Sherwood: Ah, I see. The goods descr... | Something's wrong with Andre's company's L/C, and the goods description is different from what Andre's expecting. Sherwood suggests going back to them and asking about it. |
train_2474 | Rollins: Good evening, sir. I understand that you have been robbed.
Shawn: I certainly have.
Rollins: When did this happen?
Shawn: About two hours ago.
Rollins: Why didn't you report it before?
Shawn: I couldn't. I was bound and gagged.
Rollins: Please tell me exactly what happened.
Shawn: I was sitting in this room wa... | Shawn has been robbed and tells Rollins exactly what happened. Shawn opened the door without checking, and two men wearing stockings over their faces came in. One man bound and gagged Shawn and they took the wallet, jewellery, etc. Rollins's men will do their best to recover Shawn's loss. |
train_2475 | Maegan: Wow! They've got everything here. All the world's famous brands. Aunt Cindy, what is your favorite brand?
Aunt Cindy: I love all the fashionable things. But my favorite brand is Chanel.
Maegan: Oh, that's a very expensive brand, but with good reason.
Aunt Cindy: Yeah. Each style is specially designed by world's... | Aunt Cindy likes Channel best because each style is designed by top designers. Maegan sees attractive high heels, and Aunt Cindy says even though it hurts to wear them, women get used to it. Maegan finds some perfumes for guys, and Aunt Cindy explains it's a new fashion. Aunt Cindy uses fashion to improve life quality ... |
train_2476 | Walter: You're all set to leave.
Daria: I can't believe it.
Walter: What are your plans?
Daria: I plan on going back to school.
Walter: What will your major be?
Daria: I'm not sure yet, but I plan to do good things.
Walter: You don't have plans to end up back here, do you?
Daria: I have no plans on being back.
Walter: ... | Daria's leaving and tells Walter Daria's plan to go to school without coming back. |
train_2477 | Vince: Do you have any questions you want to ask?
Percy: Yes, I'd like to know if there would be any future opportunities for specific training.
Vince: If necessary there will be. Any other questions?
Percy: When will I know your decision?
Vince: We'll give you our decision in a few days. How can we get in touch with y... | Vince tells Percy there'll be future opportunities for specific training if necessary and will inform Percy of the results soon. |
train_2478 | Dayle: What kind of promotional events are scheduled for the new product line?
Rafe: Marketing has us set up with product launches in five major cities, as well as some sponsoring events throughout the year. All together, there will be 15 events.
Dayle: What kind of sponsoring are we talking about? I don't know how eff... | Rafe says they have 15 sponsoring events. Dayle doubts the effectiveness, but Rafe says it offers a wider exposure. Rafe sponsors a marathon, a rally, etc., which are carefully chosen. |
train_2479 | Ossie: Wow! It's hot today! Do you want to get an ice cream cone?
Lilli: No Let's go to an ice cream parlor! They have way more flavors to choose from there. I feel like having something special like Neapolitan ice cream.
Ossie: What's that?
Lilli: It's three different flavors mixed together. Chocolate, strawberry and ... | Lilli suggests going to an ice cream parlor where there are Neapolitan ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc. Ossie'd like a vanilla ice cream milkshake, and Lilli likes traditional flavors. |
train_2480 | Kaleb: You're looking very well.
Mariellen: Thank you. I try to keep in shape.
Kaleb: Do you often exercise?
Mariellen: Yes, as long as I can find the time. I like swimming best.
Kaleb: What style of swimming do you like best?
Mariellen: I like the back best. I am good at freestyle stroke, but I usually use breast stro... | Mariellen often exercises and likes swimming best. Kaleb thinks butterfly stroke is the hardest, and Mariellen agrees. |
train_2481 | Nolan: How many places have you worked altogether?
Davoud: Three.
Nolan: Would you tell me the general description of your present job?
Davoud: I am in charge of the trading department. I'm handling invoices, shipping bills and computing freight costs, that's most of the documentation.
Nolan: What time do you go to wor... | Davoud has worked three places altogether and tells Nolan the general description of Davoud's present job. Davoud wants to change Davoud's job because further promotion is impossible. |
train_2482 | Katie: You live in Washington, don't you?
Tabby: No. I work in Washington, but I live in Maryland. My home is in Potomac, Maryland.
Katie: How far is it form Washington?
Tabby: It's not very far. Just about fifteen miles.
Katie: So you commute from home to work. How do you like commuting?
Tabby: It's not bad. I'm used ... | Tabby works in Washington but lives in Maryland. Tabby tells Katie Tabby takes 45 minutes to commute in the morning and 55 minutes after work if traffic is bad. |
train_2483 | Jo: Red House Restaurant. May I help you?
Mr. Miller: I'd like to book a table.
Jo: For how many?
Mr. Miller: Just two.
Jo: For what time?
Mr. Miller: 8:00.
Jo: I'm sorry, there aren't any tables left for 8: 00, but we can give you one for 7:00 or 9:00.
Mr. Miller: All right. 9:00 then.
Jo: May I have your name, please... | A table at 8:00 is unavailable and Jo helps Miller book one at 9:00. |
train_2484 | Virgil: I hear your boss has a real good impression of you and he is thinking about giving you two more days off each month.
Mauricio: I hope not. I'd rather get more work hours so I can get enough bucks to help out my two kids at college. | Mauricio would rather work than have days off. |
train_2485 | Rennie: What do you want to do tonight?
Marietta: How about going to the cinema? I should be home from work at 5:45. Then we can go out and eat before we see a film.
Rennie: What do you want to see?
Marietta: There's a good art film at the Green House Cinema.
Rennie: Let's see...it starts at 6:15. I don't think we can ... | Marietta suggests watching a film. Due to time limits, Rennie chooses an action film at 6:50, and Marietta agrees. |
train_2486 | Mary: Hi, Jim. I haven't seen you for a few weeks.
Jim: Oh, hi, Mary. I have been studying a lot for my final exam.
Mary: Well, this semester is about over now.
Jim: Yeah. My brother is coming for a visit this summer, and we'd like to see some of the country, but traveling is so expensive.
Mary: Have you thought about ... | Jim and his brother want to travel but it's expensive. Mary suggests camping and renting the equipment, which is cheaper. |
train_2487 | Chrissy: Waiter, we'd like a menu first, please.
Waiter: Here you are.
Chrissy: Well, we are waiting for two friends, so could we just have a look at the menu for a while?
Waiter: Take your time. When you need anything, just call me. | Chrissy asks Waiter for a menu. |
train_2488 | Sherrie: I want take shella on a date, but I don't have much money.
Enrica: What does she like to do?
Sherrie: She likes to golf, dance and eat foreign food.
Enrica: Sounds like she has pretty pricy tastes.
Sherrie: Well, I really like being with her.
Enrica: Have you thought about going in Dutch?
Sherrie: Dutch,... | Sherrie wants to take Shella on a date, and Enrica suggests going in Dutch. |
train_2489 | Karlen: So, how's your work?
Calida: Good. How about you?
Karlen: I am going to resign. A few of the new staff have already left. Obviously, a lot of similar jobs pay much better salaries.
Calida: But your company is huge. Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages.
Karlen: But we have a policy of paying accor... | Karlen wants to resign because the company pays according to seniority. Calida thinks the policy is shortsighted but also reminds Karlen to think twice. |
train_2490 | Simmonds: Hey, do you know the bus company network system crashed?
Aili: I heard about it several days ago!
Simmonds: That is unbelievable!
Jermaine: Daddy, can you tell me what they are talking about?
Daddy: They are talking about the network of the bus company.
Jermaine: Why is their network not working?
Daddy:... | Simmonds tells Aili the bus system crashed. Daddy explains to Jermaine that's because everyone checked the balance of their IC cards. |
train_2491 | Ignacio: And anything to drink?
Emanuela: Yes, a red wine and a cup of coffee.
Ignacio: How do you like your coffee?
Emanuela: With milk but without sugar, please.
Ignacio: Then how about the wine? Is white wine OK?
Emanuela: Yes, please. | Ignacio helps Emanuela order some drinks. |
train_2492 | Nick: What are your plans for today Mark? Nick and I are going shopping. Do you want to come too?
Mark: Well as a matter of fact. I'm eating Steve. He's writing an article and he's asked me to take some photos for it.
Nick: An article? About What?
Mark: Oh, just People. Anyway, I'm seeing Steve at the zoo at 10.
Nick: ... | Nick invites Mark to shop, but Mark has to help Steve take photos. They'll meet for lunch then. |
train_2493 | Jocelyn: I need to exercise more, but I'm bored with my normal workout. What do you think I could try next?
Martelle: I'd say a good choice would be to add swimming to your routine.
Jocelyn: What about running?
Martelle: At this point, I don't think you're ready for that, your knees are still a little weak. You need an... | Jocelyn's bored with Jocelyn's normal workout. Martelle recommends swimming, and Jocelyn'll take the advice. |
train_2494 | Janet: The food looks really delicious.
Jackson: Sure it is, the wedding ceremony is wonderful, too.
Janet: The bride looks so happy today. Are you a friend of Catherine's?
Jackson: Yes, we were in the same class at college. How about you?
Janet: I'm a close friend of David's. How handsome he is in wedding clothes toda... | Jackson is Catherine's friend and Janet is David's friend. They introduce themselves at Catherine and David's wedding. |
train_2495 | Ilyssa: Wait. What are you doing with that soft tomato?
Katharina: I'm throwing it away.
Ilyssa: I'll take it, and I'll take that hard bread, too.
Katharina: Stop, you can't get that out of the trash.
Ilyssa: I'm trying to do my part to reduce food waste. And these vegetables are still OK to eat.
Katharina: Fine, but t... | Ilyssa takes Katharina's soft tomatoes, hard bread and unfresh meat. Ilyssa's surprised but Katharina tries to reduce food waste. Then Katharina invites Ilyssa to lunch to show thanks. |
train_2496 | Brynn: Well, hello, Mr. Atkins. I haven't seen you for weeks, where have you been all this time?
Mr. Atkins: Oh, I've just been to Japan on business.
Brynn: You sure get around. How many countries have you been to?
Mr. Atkins: Pretty close to 60 countries now. I guess I'm a real world traveler.
Brynn: Well, if you aren... | Mr Atkins tells Brynn he's been to Japan. Atkins has been to 60 countries and traveling for 25 years. |
train_2497 | Denise: I'm going to go shopping for groceries in a little bit.
Malanie: Why, do we need groceries?
Denise: I believe we are all out of food.
Malanie: Do you know what to get?
Denise: I don't know what we need.
Malanie: Why don't you go and check the refrigerator?
Denise: I would appreciate it if you would do that for ... | Denise's going shopping for groceries but doesn't know what to buy. Malanie suggests getting the basics. |
train_2498 | Hakeem: I will take it. How much?
Sonnie: $ 60.
Hakeem: I am sure you can do better than that.
Sonnie: Sorry, sir. It's the sale price.
Hakeem: Well, what about $ 70 with a scarf?
Sonnie: It's my rock bottom price. Take it or leave it. | Hakeem is bargaining with Sonnie but fails. |
train_2499 | Anabelle: Mary, it's good to see you!
Mary: Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by.
Anabelle: I am so glad that you decided to stop by!
Mary: Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen you.
Anabelle: Mary, can I get Josh or you something to drink?
Mary: Oh no, thank you. ... | Mary and Josh drop by Anabelle. Anabelle treats them with hospitality and asks Mary about her family. |
train_2500 | Esma: Hi, what brings you to my office today?
Leann: I have been getting really short of breath, and my coach wanted to have a doctor check me out.
Esma: Have you had the flu lately?
Leann: No, I have been pretty healthy. I just have trouble taking a really deep breath.
Esma: Have you ever been tested for allergies?
Le... | Leann has trouble breathing lately and it's worse when under stress. Esma suggests seeing a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma. |
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