Order food in fast food restaurant

Example 1

You : Excuse me. I'd like the combo set number 2 please.
Seller : What kind of drink would you like?
You : Coke.
Seller : Would you like a learge coke for 50 cents more?
You : No thanks.
Seller : For here or to go?
Friend : For here.
Seller : Alright. That's gonna be 7.50 dollars.
Friend : Here you go.
Seller : Thank you.

Example 2

You : Hi. I want two chicken burger and one caesar salad?
Seller : What would you like to drink?
You : Can I have just a cup of water?
Seller : Sure. Anythingelse?
You : Nope.
Seller : 18.85 please.
You : Here.
Seller : Thank you. Salad will be served at the table in two minutes.

Example 3

You : Hi. I want three chicken burger.
Seller : Sorry, we run out of it today. Would you like to try other menu?
You : Oh no thanks then.

Learning Part

Nope = No (informal)

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Phone conversation

When you are a caller

-- Hello?
-- Is that John?
-- Can I speak to John?
-- May I speak to John?

When you are a receiver

-- This is John speaking, who's that?
-- Who's speaking please?
-- Who's calling please?

When you ask the caller to wait

-- One moment please.
-- Just a minute please.
-- Hold on please.
-- Hang on please

When you ask the caller to leave messages

-- Can you leave the message?
-- Can I take your message?
-- Would you like to leave a message?
-- Would you like him/her to call you back?

When calling the wrong number

-- I'm afraid you got the wrong number
-- Sorry, I think you reach the wrong number

When asking the receiver to transfer the line

-- Can I have extension 1234 please?
-- Could you please transfer the line to Mr. John please?

When finish talking

-- Nice talking to you
-- Talk to you later

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Reserve a table

Example 1

Waiter : Excuse me how many people?
You : Five, can we get a non-smoking section?
Waiter : Sure but there are few people ahead of you right now.
You : How long do we have to wait?
Waiter : Arond five to ten minutes

Example 2

Waiter : How many do you have?
You : Just two. Can we have a table outside?
Waiter : You may have to wait for a while.
You : For how long?
Waiter : Twenty minutes
You : Well, I think we'll try another place then. Thank you!

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Ask people to take pictures for you

Example 1

You : Excuse me. Do you mind taking us pictures?
Stranger : Sure?
You : Thank you. You can just press the button here.

Example 2

You : Excuse me. Can you take pictures for us please?
Stranger : Certainly. Is everything set?
You : Please move to the left a bit. Thank you.

Example 3

You : Excuse me. Can you do me a favor?
Stranger : Sure.
You : We'd like to ask you to take a picture for us.
Stranger : ok.... All right, ready, one... two....
You : Thanks a lot

Example 4

You : Excuse me. Do you have time to take a picture for us?
Stranger : Oh. I am sorry. I really have to go.
You : It's ok.

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Order pizza

Example 1

Waitress : Good morning. This is ABC pizza. How may I help you?
You : Hi. I'd like to order a pizza.
Waitress : What size please?
You : Large please.
Waitress : What flavour would you like?
You : I want Hawaiian.
Waitress : Anything else?
You : No.
Waitress : Can I have your address please?

Example 2

Waitress : Good morning. This is ABC pizza. How may I help you?
You : I want to order a pizza.
Waitress : What topping would you like to order today?
You : Can you give me some advice?
Waitress : Sure. We have Super Supreme, Hawaiian and Seafood.
You : Good. I want to try Large size Seafood one please.
Waitress : Anything else?
You : One garlic bread and beef spaghetti
Waitress : Ok. Can I have your phone number and address please?

Ask for a ride

Example 1

Hitchhiker : I was wondering if you could give me a ride to the gas station?
You : Sure. Come on in!

Example 2

Friend : Where are you heading?
You : I'm heading north to the highway 309
Friend : Can you give me a ride?
You : No problem.
Friend : Thanks a lot

Example 3

Friend : Where are you going?
You : I'm going to ABC department store.
Friend : Oh. Great! I was about to go there. Can I tag along?
You : Well, I wish I could have you along but there is no room left in my car. Sorry.
Friend : It's ok. I can take the bus.

Learning Part

Hitchhiker = Stranger who ask people for a free ride (PS. Hitchhiker is considered illigal in many countries)

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Borrow money

Example 1

Friend : Do you have some extra money?
You : How much do you want?
Friend : Ten dollars
You : Here you are.
Friend : Thank you. I will pay you back soon.

Example 2

Friend : Can I borrow some money? I'm so broke.
You : How much do you need?
Friend : 50 bucks
You : Here you go.
Friend : Thanks a lot

Example 3

Friend : Could you lend me some money?
You : I'm afraid I can't.
Friend : That's alright.

Learning Part

Buck = Informal word for dollar

Lend = Let someone borrow something

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Ask for the seat

Example 1

You : Excuse me. Is the seat taken?
A : I don't think so?
You : Can I site here?
A : It's ok for me.

Example 2

You : Excuse me. Does anyone sit here?
A : No go ahead.

Example 3

You : Excuse me. Is there anyone sitting here?
A : Oh. Yes. My friend is sitting here.
You : It's ok.

Looking for things you want to buy

Example 1

You : Excuse me. I'm looking for a book called "ABC"?
A : Ok sir. The book corner is right over there.
You : Thank you.
A : You are welcome.

Example 2

You : Excuse me. Do you know where is the book department?
A : Sure. Please follow me.
You : Thank you.

Example 3

You : Excuse me. How can I find the book called "ABC"?
A : Oh. I'm afraid it was sold out.
You : It's ok. Thank you.

Learning Part

Sold out = Run out of

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Reconcile

Example 1

You : Are you still mad at me?
Friend : Of course.
You : Look. I'm very sorry ok? I promise I won't do it again.
Friend : Ok. I will forgive you but only this time alright?

Example 2

You : Are you still upset about what I did?
Friend : You should know it.
You : I am very sorry. Can we make it up?
Friend : Ok. I will let you off the hook this time.

Example 3

You : Are you still holding grudge against me?
Friend : Never mind. I understand.
You : Thanks for your understanding.

Learning Part

Reconcile = To recover close relationship

Forgive =To excuse for a fault or offense

Upset = Unhappy mind/ feeling

Looking for someone

Example 1

You : Where's John?
Friend : Isn't he in the office?
You : I didn't see him there. If you see him please tell him to drop me a line. Thank you.

Example 2

You : Have you seen John today?
Friend : No. I havn't.
You : If you see him could you tell him to call Peter?
Friend : Sure.

Example 3

You : Is John around?
Friend : He might be in the pantry.
You : Can you tell him that the boss wants to see him as soon as poosible?

Learning Part

Pantry = A small room used to prepare food

Comfort someone

Example 1

You : What's wrong?
Friend : I just broke up with my girlfriend
You : Come on. It's not the end of the world. You have to move on.

Example 2

You : Have you seen John today?
Friend : No. I havn't.
You : If you see him could you tell him to call Peter?
Friend : Sure.

Example 3

You : Is John around?
Friend : He might be in the pantry.
You : Can you tell him that the boss wants to see him as soon as poosible?

Learning Part

Pantry = A small room to prepare food

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Try on a garment

Example 1

You : Can I try this shirt on?
Seller : Sure sir. The fitting room is over there around the corner
You : Thank you..........

You : Well, I don't think it fits me. I wil try the tailor-made one instead. Sorry.
Seller : Alright. It's up to you. Thank you.

Learning Part

Try on = Try to wear the garment before buying it

Fitting room = The room to try on your garment

Tailor-made = A garment that made by a tailor

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Well wish

Example 1

You : I heard you are going to have an exam tomorrow. Good luck.
Friends : Thank you.

Example 2

You : Are you ready for a test tomorrow?
Friend : No. I'm afraid not.
You : Come on. I am sure you will do well.
Friend : Thank you. I hope so.

Example 3

You : Don't study too hard. It's not good for your health
Friend : I have a test tomorrow.
You : Really? Wish you luck my friend.
Friend : Thanks.

Return merchandise

Example 1

You : I'd like to return this CD player.
Seller : Is there something wrong with it?
You : It's not compatible with my stereo system.
Seller : Can I have a receipt?
You : Here you go.

Example 2

You : Can I return this CD player?
Seller : Sorry. We don't have the policy to accept any returning merchandise.

Example 3

You : Can I exchange this CD player for something else?
Seller : What's wrong with it?
You : I don't know. It doesn't work well to me.
Seller : You' ve got the receipt with you?
You : Yes. Here

Learning Part

Compatible = Be able to use/ harmonize with the current ones

Merchandise = Product bought and sold in business

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Warning

Example 1

You : Watch out for the car!
Friend : Thanks. That was close.
You : It's ok.

Example 2

You : Look out!
Friend : Thanks so much. It could hurt me.

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Taking a taxi

Example 1

Taxi : Where do you want to go?
You : Can you take me to the Bank of America around the corner?
Taxi : Which side do you want to get off?
You : This side.

Example 2

You : ABC mall please
Taxi : Sorry. I need to return the car in ten minute

Example 3

You : Can you take me to ABC mall?
Friend : Yes. come on in.

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Invite people to the party

Example 1

You : Would you like to join us in the party tonight?
Friends : Sure.
You : Ok. See you at Peter's house tonight at 9 pm.

Example 2

You : Are you coming to the party tonight?
Friend : I'm afraid not.
You : How come?
Friend : I have to study for an exam tomorrow.
You : Well. In that case, I will have to let you go.
Friend : Sorry. Maybe next time.

Example 3

You : Do you want to join the party tonight?
Friend : I wish I could but I have to visit my grandmother.
You : That's alright.

How often do you eat out?

Louise is curious about why her friend Shelly eats out very often....
	Louise:	How often do you eat out, Shelly?
	Shelly:	Well, very often. I eat out almost five times a week.
	Louise:	Wow, I really envy you.
	Shelly:	Don't envy me. It's for business. In fact, I'm sick and tired of restaurant food. Sometimes I just want a home-cooked meal.

It's on me.

Ron makes a phone call to the restaurant to reserve a table for him and his friends for dinner....
	Mary:	Thanks for lunch. It was delicious.
	Shelly:	It's OK.
	Mary:	Next time lunch is on me.
	Shelly:	Don't be silly.
	Mary:	I'm serious.
	Shelly:	All right. Next time you'll treat.
	Mary:	It's a deal!

A drink to you and your future wife.

At Doris's wedding banquet, Sam asks when it is Robert's turn to have a wedding ceremony. Robert tells Sam that it'll happen very soon....
	Sam:	You're going to miss your sister since she's married, aren't you?
	Robert:	I sure am. She made a lovely bride, didn't she?
	Sam:	She was beautiful. So when will your turn be?
	Robert:	Soon! Very soon!
	Sam:	Well, a drink to you and your future wife!

It tastes stale!

The two people in the dialogue below want to fix pork chops for dinner, but they later find out that the meat has gone bad....
	Wayne:	What are we going to eat for dinner?
	Lilia:	I'm going to fix some pork chops.
	Wayne:	I'm afraid the meat is rotten.
	Lilia:	That's strange! I just bought it the day before yesterday.
	Wayne:	Well, I forgot to put it in the refrigerator.
	Lilia:	Good for you! Now what should we eat?
	Wayne:	Why don't we eat out?
	Lilia:	Again? Weren't you just complaining that it's too expensive to eat out?
	Wayne:	Not when you're hungry.