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!