thevoicecompany/small_dialogue_pairs · Datasets at Hugging Face

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Just that in effect, a basic Letter of Credit is a financial contract between the bank, the bank's customer, and the beneficiary, and this contract involves the transfer of goods or services against funds.	That sounds fine, thanks for that. Let's go ahead!
What's that book you have under your arm?	It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months.
How in the world did you get a copy? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn.	I checked it out of the rental library. It only costs five cents a day.
Is it really worth paying for?	I can't tell yet. I haven't got beyond the first chapter.
Hi, Mark! Hi, do you have a minute?	Oh, I'm sorry, Nigel. I'm rushing to a meet right now.
Sure, no problem. Can we fix a time to talk later?	Sure, but this week is crazy for me. Can we make it next Monday?
Ok, see you 10 o'clock next Monday!	That's fine. See you then.
Why do you want to join us?	The reason for my application for this position is simple. My educational background and professional experience make me qualified for the job.
Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration?	Oh, just one thing, could you give me some ideas of the pay?
What salary do you get for your present position?	2, 000 RMB per month.
What starting salary would you expect here?	3, 000 RMB per month.
No problem, we pay 3, 000 RMB per month. Plus a 20 % commission on all, a company car and other benefits. All travelling expenses will be reimbursed by the company. Do you have any other questions?	No, that's all.
Hello, Miss, what can I do for you this afternoon?	I need the haircut. But you seem so busy today.
Yes, it is, busy today. We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend. Would you like to take a seat, and wait for a while, please?	Ok, but how long I have to wait, it is going to be more than 30 minutes.
It should be around that, if you like, please for a free to read the magazine while you are waiting.	Thank you.
Sorry to keep you waiting, Miss. I'll have a dresser for you. Mr. Li will finish with a client in a moment or two. Would you like to have a shampoo first? I'll get it on for you.	Ok, thanks.
I like this apartment. Do you think we can afford the mortgage?	Yes. I think so. It's not a very expensive apartment. It's in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for. The rooms are quite large too.
I love the balcony. We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer. We are on the 12th floor, so there's a very nice view from the balcony.	The neighbourhood is nice too. There is a park nearby.
Yes, and there are not too many houses nearby. I like it that the neighbourhood isn't full of apartment blocks.	It's a pity we can't afford a house. A garden would be so nice.
Yes, it would. Don't worry. There's a lawn outside the building and there's the park nearby. This place will be fine.	The building is quite new and well constructed. I'm happy with the fittings too.
It's a fine day today, isn't it?	Yes, it is. It's wonderful after the downpour.
How nice seeing the sun back again! The air is so fresh.	I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time.
Well, the weather is so unpredictable this time of year.	You're right. We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow.
Look! It looks as if it is going to rain.	The weatherman predicts a fine day today.
Hello!	Is that the box-office?
Yes, sir.	I'd like to book two tickets for the film 'Jane Eyre'. Are them available for this evening, please.
Just a minute please. Oh, I'm sorry, all the tickets for tonight have been sold out.	What a pity! How about tomorrow evening?
Oh, you're lucky, there are just two tickets left. Do you want to take them?	Wonderful, I'll take them.
OK, your name and telephone number please.	Wang Min. Telephone number is 13811658. Can I pick the tickets this afternoon?
Yes, of course.	Thank you very much.
Good afternoon, madam. How can I help you?	Well, I am a bit out of shape. I'm thinking about getting some exercises to keep fit.
Oh, that's good news for us.	So what do you provide?
First of all, we'll design a custom-made work-out plan according to your habits.	How can you get that done?
Well, we give each of our customers a personal trainer who is qualified. And he will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan for your needs.	What else?
Since everyone is different, your personal trainer will find you a suitable type of exercise equipment and teach you all the techniques to help you achieve your fitness level and goal.	Sounds pretty good. What about the charge?
That depends. We offer membership for one month, half a year and one year.	Maybe one month. Just have a try first. Not too tough at the beginning.
I am in hot water now, all the things seem to be blown up.	Don't be scared. Bite the bullet and everything will be right again.
How was your date recently?	Not too bad. It is seemingly too hard for me to find a place for our date.
I guess so. Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual.	She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating.
Yes, now many girls want to be independent, so it is a little popular, especially among white collars.	But I am still traditional, so I felt weird when she paid for herself.
Forget about it!	Are you satisfied with your girlfriend?
I think that the company retreat should be in the mountains this year.	What a great idea!
January would be a good month for a mountain retreat.	I like the mountain idea, but I am not so sure about the month of January.
You know, now that I think about it, you might be right.	April might be nice. It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements.
That is a good suggestion.	We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them.
Yeah, that would let us know what would work best.	I'll put the survey online this afternoon.
Is anything the matter, sir?	Yes, it's my steak.
What's wrong with it, sir?	It's too raw. I wanted mine well done, but this one here is almost medium.
I am sorry you didn't enjoy it, sir. I will return it to the kitchen and bring you one that is well cooked.	Okay, thank you. Please be quick.
How is your steak this time, sir?	Very good. It's done just right this time, thank you.
I am glad you enjoy it. I will tell this to the chef. Would you like some more beer?	Yes, please give me another Calsberg.
Can I bring you some dessert?	No, thank you. I've had enough.
How about some coffee or tea then?	Yes, I will have a cup of coffee.
I want to change rooms immediately, plus a refund for tonight.	I'm sorry, sir. Exactly what is the problem?
I'm knee-deep in cockroaches!	I'm so sorry, sir. We'll give you a new room immediately, and give you a refund also.
Thank you. I'm glad that this hotel strives to keep its reputation intact.	Sir, we always try to please our guests.
Hello, Mr. Trent. What can I do for you this afternoon?	Actually, Miao Ping, I'm here to close my account with you. I'm going home, the company is transferring me back to London.
Oh, I see. When are you leaving?	Next week, so I thought it was better to get this all sorted out as soon as possible.
Yes, of course. Well, let's get started. Would you show me your passport, please?	Here you are, Miao Ping. Don't laugh at the horrible photo today, OK?
Hello? Is this the Maintenance Department?	Yeah. That's right. What can I do for you?
We're having a lot of trouble with our printer. Could you come and take a look at it sometime this afternoon?	Let me see. Yeah, all right. I'll be over about two.
I'm searching for an old music box.	You came to the right place. Any particular decade?
If you had a box made in the 20's, that would be nice.	We just got one in yesterday, so now we have six.
Would any of them have dancing figures?	Yes, we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures.
Oh, they're both so beautiful. Let me have this one, I think.	That one truly is a beautiful piece of work, isn't it?
One last question	Oh, no. Everything we sell here is ' as is. '
I guess I was asking for too much.	If it breaks down, maybe you can find a repairman on the Internet.
Excuse me, can you tell me where the post office is?	It's on the Fifth Avenue.
I'm afraid I don't quite understand.	I see. You're a stranger here. Walk two blocks ahead, then turn left. You can't miss it.
Mary, we're going to the supermarket. Do you want to come?	Yeah. I need to get some stuff.
Let's all go together then.	Where's Lisa?
She's getting coupons from her desk.	What are coupons?
They give you discounts on some stuff that you want to buy.	Really?
I don't know if you remember, but with honest every day last year we tided the knot.	Of course I remember, actually, I am very surprised you remembered, I thought for sure you would forget.
How could I ever forget? I even bought you roses because I love you.	They are so beautiful. I love them, and I love you too.
You are more beautiful than the roses.	I don't know how, but I love you more than the day we gotta married.
Yes, we are match made in heaven.	I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles, but we survived and here we are.
Yes, we did, we did have problems, but we shared a lot of happiness too. We countered the problems, and had a lot of happiness too.	Yes we did.
I love you, happy anniversary.	I love you, happy anniversary.
Hi, Alan. I feel very nervous because I am going to have a job interview next Monday. Could you please give me some suggestions?	Sure. Firstly, it is very important for you to be punctual. Interviewers usually don't think much of a candidate who comes 5 or 10 minutes late only to explain that he could not find the place or he was stuck in traffic.
Yeah, that is very important.	Secondly, you need to create a good image in a limited time.
I will try my best to make a good impression, but it is always easier said that done.	I think you should make some preparations. For example, you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed. What's more, try to avoid a too causal style.
Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview?	You'd better not. Informal clothes like sports shirts, tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job, or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes.
But it's the White House. The president and his family live there. They won't let us see most of it. Probably we can only see a couple of rooms.	No, that's not true. The White House is very big. And there are a lot of historical exhibits there. The tour will take us through many different rooms. I read about it in the guide.
Hmm. If that's true, then the security there must be very good. Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House.	I'm sure the security is very tight. Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport.
So I can't take my gun then.	Don't always joke like that! You don't have a gun.
Yes, it's true I don't.	You shouldn't say things like that. You could get arrested!
What? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table?	No. But if you say something like that in the White House, they may take it seriously. Sometimes I think you joke too much.
I'll be careful. Don't worry. I don't want to get arrested by the FBI. But how long does the White House tour last?	I'm not sure. I think it lasts about one hour.
Alright. We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast.	First I want to look in the travel guide. Maybe they don't have tours in the morning.
That's a good idea. Do you want some more coffee?	No, I'm fine.
Waiter! May I see you for while?	Yes. I'll be with you in a second. Yes, sir? What is the problem?
This is not what I asked for, I'm afraid.	What did you order?
Roast beef.	There must be a mistake. Those are fried oysters. Would you like to keep it or change?
Roast beef, of course. That's what I ordered.	Just a moment and I'll get your order right away. Sorry to cause the inconvenience.
Well, Mr. Brown, we've settled everything in connection with this transaction except the question of payment in yen. Now can you explain to me how to make payment in yen?	Many of our business friends in England, France, Switzerland, Italy and Germany are paying for our exports in Japan currency. It is quite easy to do so.
I know some of them are doing that. But this is new to me. I've never made payment in yen before. It is convenient to make payment in pound sterling, but I may have some difficulty in making payment in yen.	Many banks in Europe now carry accounts in yen. They are in a position to open letters of credit and effect payment in yen. Consult your banks and you'll see that they are ready to offer you this service.
Do you mean to say that I can open a letter of credit in yen with a bank in London or Bonn?	Sure you can. Several of the banks in London, such as the National Westminster Bank and Barclays Bank are in a position to open letters of credit in yen. They'll do so against our sales confirmation or contract.
Hi, can I assist you in any way?	Oh, thank you. Yes, please. What I need is to handle some domestic affairs.
Oh, I see. In what area?	Well, I need a Deposit Certification to handle this.

Just that in effect, a basic Letter of Credit is a financial contract between the bank, the bank's customer, and the beneficiary, and this contract involves the transfer of goods or services against funds.

That sounds fine, thanks for that. Let's go ahead!

What's that book you have under your arm?

It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months.

How in the world did you get a copy? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn.

I checked it out of the rental library. It only costs five cents a day.

Is it really worth paying for?

I can't tell yet. I haven't got beyond the first chapter.

Hi, Mark! Hi, do you have a minute?

Oh, I'm sorry, Nigel. I'm rushing to a meet right now.

Sure, no problem. Can we fix a time to talk later?

Sure, but this week is crazy for me. Can we make it next Monday?

Ok, see you 10 o'clock next Monday!

That's fine. See you then.

Why do you want to join us?

The reason for my application for this position is simple. My educational background and professional experience make me qualified for the job.

Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration?

Oh, just one thing, could you give me some ideas of the pay?

What salary do you get for your present position?

2, 000 RMB per month.

What starting salary would you expect here?

3, 000 RMB per month.

No problem, we pay 3, 000 RMB per month. Plus a 20 % commission on all, a company car and other benefits. All travelling expenses will be reimbursed by the company. Do you have any other questions?

No, that's all.

Hello, Miss, what can I do for you this afternoon?

I need the haircut. But you seem so busy today.

Yes, it is, busy today. We usually have a lot more clients on the weekend. Would you like to take a seat, and wait for a while, please?

Ok, but how long I have to wait, it is going to be more than 30 minutes.

It should be around that, if you like, please for a free to read the magazine while you are waiting.

Thank you.

Sorry to keep you waiting, Miss. I'll have a dresser for you. Mr. Li will finish with a client in a moment or two. Would you like to have a shampoo first? I'll get it on for you.

Ok, thanks.

I like this apartment. Do you think we can afford the mortgage?

Yes. I think so. It's not a very expensive apartment. It's in the right area and it has everything that we are looking for. The rooms are quite large too.

I love the balcony. We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer. We are on the 12th floor, so there's a very nice view from the balcony.

The neighbourhood is nice too. There is a park nearby.

Yes, and there are not too many houses nearby. I like it that the neighbourhood isn't full of apartment blocks.

It's a pity we can't afford a house. A garden would be so nice.

Yes, it would. Don't worry. There's a lawn outside the building and there's the park nearby. This place will be fine.

The building is quite new and well constructed. I'm happy with the fittings too.

It's a fine day today, isn't it?

Yes, it is. It's wonderful after the downpour.

How nice seeing the sun back again! The air is so fresh.

I hope it stays nice like this for a long period of time.

Well, the weather is so unpredictable this time of year.

You're right. We don't know what is going to be like tomorrow.

Look! It looks as if it is going to rain.

The weatherman predicts a fine day today.

Hello!

Is that the box-office?

Yes, sir.

I'd like to book two tickets for the film 'Jane Eyre'. Are them available for this evening, please.

Just a minute please. Oh, I'm sorry, all the tickets for tonight have been sold out.

What a pity! How about tomorrow evening?

Oh, you're lucky, there are just two tickets left. Do you want to take them?

Wonderful, I'll take them.

OK, your name and telephone number please.

Wang Min. Telephone number is 13811658. Can I pick the tickets this afternoon?

Yes, of course.

Thank you very much.

Good afternoon, madam. How can I help you?

Well, I am a bit out of shape. I'm thinking about getting some exercises to keep fit.

Oh, that's good news for us.

So what do you provide?

First of all, we'll design a custom-made work-out plan according to your habits.

How can you get that done?

Well, we give each of our customers a personal trainer who is qualified. And he will give you a fitness assessment and then come up with the work-out plan for your needs.

What else?

Since everyone is different, your personal trainer will find you a suitable type of exercise equipment and teach you all the techniques to help you achieve your fitness level and goal.

Sounds pretty good. What about the charge?

That depends. We offer membership for one month, half a year and one year.

Maybe one month. Just have a try first. Not too tough at the beginning.

I am in hot water now, all the things seem to be blown up.

Don't be scared. Bite the bullet and everything will be right again.

How was your date recently?

Not too bad. It is seemingly too hard for me to find a place for our date.

I guess so. Going to watch a movie and having dinner at a restaurant are usual.

She said she wanted to go Dutch in dating.

Yes, now many girls want to be independent, so it is a little popular, especially among white collars.

But I am still traditional, so I felt weird when she paid for herself.

Forget about it!

Are you satisfied with your girlfriend?

I think that the company retreat should be in the mountains this year.

What a great idea!

January would be a good month for a mountain retreat.

I like the mountain idea, but I am not so sure about the month of January.

You know, now that I think about it, you might be right.

April might be nice. It is far enough away to make the necessary arrangements.

That is a good suggestion.

We could ask everyone what would be the best time for them.

Yeah, that would let us know what would work best.

I'll put the survey online this afternoon.

Is anything the matter, sir?

Yes, it's my steak.

What's wrong with it, sir?

It's too raw. I wanted mine well done, but this one here is almost medium.

I am sorry you didn't enjoy it, sir. I will return it to the kitchen and bring you one that is well cooked.

Okay, thank you. Please be quick.

How is your steak this time, sir?

Very good. It's done just right this time, thank you.

I am glad you enjoy it. I will tell this to the chef. Would you like some more beer?

Yes, please give me another Calsberg.

Can I bring you some dessert?

No, thank you. I've had enough.

How about some coffee or tea then?

Yes, I will have a cup of coffee.

I want to change rooms immediately, plus a refund for tonight.

I'm sorry, sir. Exactly what is the problem?

I'm knee-deep in cockroaches!

I'm so sorry, sir. We'll give you a new room immediately, and give you a refund also.

Thank you. I'm glad that this hotel strives to keep its reputation intact.

Sir, we always try to please our guests.

Hello, Mr. Trent. What can I do for you this afternoon?

Actually, Miao Ping, I'm here to close my account with you. I'm going home, the company is transferring me back to London.

Oh, I see. When are you leaving?

Next week, so I thought it was better to get this all sorted out as soon as possible.

Yes, of course. Well, let's get started. Would you show me your passport, please?

Here you are, Miao Ping. Don't laugh at the horrible photo today, OK?

Hello? Is this the Maintenance Department?

Yeah. That's right. What can I do for you?

We're having a lot of trouble with our printer. Could you come and take a look at it sometime this afternoon?

Let me see. Yeah, all right. I'll be over about two.

I'm searching for an old music box.

You came to the right place. Any particular decade?

If you had a box made in the 20's, that would be nice.

We just got one in yesterday, so now we have six.

Would any of them have dancing figures?

Yes, we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures.

Oh, they're both so beautiful. Let me have this one, I think.

That one truly is a beautiful piece of work, isn't it?

One last question

Oh, no. Everything we sell here is ' as is. '

I guess I was asking for too much.

If it breaks down, maybe you can find a repairman on the Internet.

Excuse me, can you tell me where the post office is?

It's on the Fifth Avenue.

I'm afraid I don't quite understand.

I see. You're a stranger here. Walk two blocks ahead, then turn left. You can't miss it.

Mary, we're going to the supermarket. Do you want to come?

Yeah. I need to get some stuff.

Let's all go together then.

Where's Lisa?

She's getting coupons from her desk.

What are coupons?

They give you discounts on some stuff that you want to buy.

Really?

I don't know if you remember, but with honest every day last year we tided the knot.

Of course I remember, actually, I am very surprised you remembered, I thought for sure you would forget.

How could I ever forget? I even bought you roses because I love you.

They are so beautiful. I love them, and I love you too.

You are more beautiful than the roses.

I don't know how, but I love you more than the day we gotta married.

Yes, we are match made in heaven.

I know of the past years we have faced and shared troubles, but we survived and here we are.

Yes, we did, we did have problems, but we shared a lot of happiness too. We countered the problems, and had a lot of happiness too.

Yes we did.

I love you, happy anniversary.

Hi, Alan. I feel very nervous because I am going to have a job interview next Monday. Could you please give me some suggestions?

Sure. Firstly, it is very important for you to be punctual. Interviewers usually don't think much of a candidate who comes 5 or 10 minutes late only to explain that he could not find the place or he was stuck in traffic.

Yeah, that is very important.

Secondly, you need to create a good image in a limited time.

I will try my best to make a good impression, but it is always easier said that done.

I think you should make some preparations. For example, you should take care to appear well-groomed and modestly dressed. What's more, try to avoid a too causal style.

Can I wear T-shirt and jeans for the job interview?

You'd better not. Informal clothes like sports shirts, tom jeans or dirty sneakers convey the impression that you are not serious about the job, or that you may be casual about your work as you are about your clothes.

But it's the White House. The president and his family live there. They won't let us see most of it. Probably we can only see a couple of rooms.

No, that's not true. The White House is very big. And there are a lot of historical exhibits there. The tour will take us through many different rooms. I read about it in the guide.

Hmm. If that's true, then the security there must be very good. Because it's strange to think they will let people walk around in the White House.

I'm sure the security is very tight. Probably they will make us walk through metal detectors like at the airport.

So I can't take my gun then.

Don't always joke like that! You don't have a gun.

Yes, it's true I don't.

You shouldn't say things like that. You could get arrested!

What? Do you think someone will arrest me for making a joke? Someone will arrest me here at the breakfast table?

No. But if you say something like that in the White House, they may take it seriously. Sometimes I think you joke too much.

I'll be careful. Don't worry. I don't want to get arrested by the FBI. But how long does the White House tour last?

I'm not sure. I think it lasts about one hour.

Alright. We should take a taxi over there right after breakfast.

First I want to look in the travel guide. Maybe they don't have tours in the morning.

That's a good idea. Do you want some more coffee?

No, I'm fine.

Waiter! May I see you for while?

Yes. I'll be with you in a second. Yes, sir? What is the problem?

This is not what I asked for, I'm afraid.

What did you order?

Roast beef.

There must be a mistake. Those are fried oysters. Would you like to keep it or change?

Roast beef, of course. That's what I ordered.

Just a moment and I'll get your order right away. Sorry to cause the inconvenience.

Well, Mr. Brown, we've settled everything in connection with this transaction except the question of payment in yen. Now can you explain to me how to make payment in yen?

Many of our business friends in England, France, Switzerland, Italy and Germany are paying for our exports in Japan currency. It is quite easy to do so.

I know some of them are doing that. But this is new to me. I've never made payment in yen before. It is convenient to make payment in pound sterling, but I may have some difficulty in making payment in yen.

Many banks in Europe now carry accounts in yen. They are in a position to open letters of credit and effect payment in yen. Consult your banks and you'll see that they are ready to offer you this service.

Do you mean to say that I can open a letter of credit in yen with a bank in London or Bonn?

Sure you can. Several of the banks in London, such as the National Westminster Bank and Barclays Bank are in a position to open letters of credit in yen. They'll do so against our sales confirmation or contract.

Hi, can I assist you in any way?

Oh, thank you. Yes, please. What I need is to handle some domestic affairs.

Oh, I see. In what area?

Well, I need a Deposit Certification to handle this.