Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Daily Life - Where should we eat?

Where should we eat


Dialogue:
Where should we eat:
Review:
A:   Do you two have any plans for the evening?
B:   We were thinking of checking out a restaurant in the neigbourhood. Do you have any suggestions?
A:   I know this really nice Italian place. The food is fantastic, and the décor is beautiful. I'd recommend giving it a try.
C:   Actually, I'm not all that crazy aboutItalian Italian food; I’m in the mood for something a bit lighter.
A:   In that case, I know a great little bistro. They make a really tasty seafood platter; the fish is outstanding.
B:   It sounds fantastic, but I’m allergic to seafood, so...
A:   Okay, well, let me think... Oh, I know this great little place. It's just a hole in the wall, but they do the most amazing sandwiches. You gotta give them a try.
C:   Ella, you took me there last time I visited, and I got food poisoning, remember?

Key Vocabulary

check out phrase look at something that is attractive
fantastic Adjective extremely good
décor common noun, singular decoration
in the mood for phrase have a desire for something or to do something
light Adjective not heavy on stomach, easy to digest
bistro common noun, singular small, trendy restaurant or bar
tasty Adjective delicious, tasting good
outstanding Adjective excellent
Adjective have allergy towards something (usually food)
a hole in the wall phrase a very small, usually cheap restaurant or bar
food poisoning phrase becoming sick because of bacteria in food

Supplementary Vocabulary

yummy Adjective tasting good
crazy about phrase like very much
not fond of phrase don't like (polite)
enjoyable Adjective tasting good
yum Interjection expression you use when you're enjoying food or drink

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Making an Appointment

The Office - Making an Appointment

Dialogue:
Making an Appointment:
Review:
A:   Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I help you?
B:   Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I'm calling to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNealy.
A:   Certainly, what day were you thinking of?
B:   How's Thursday? Does she have any time available then?
A:   Um... let me double check...unfortunately, she's booked solid on Thursday, how does next Monday work for you?
B:   Actually, I've got something scheduled on Monday. Can she do Tuesday?
A:   Sure, Tuesday's perfect. May I ask where you're calling from?
B:   Sure, Merton Financial Advisors.
A:   Oh, actually, Tuesday's no good. Sorry 'bout that.

Key Vocabulary

to arrange
appointment common noun, singular an agreement to meet someone at a particular time
available Adjective not busy, willing to talk to someone
double check phrase check again
booked solid phrase having no available place or time
work for you phrase be okay with you
scheduled verb planned at a specific time
no good phrase not okay

Supplementary Vocabulary

fully booked phrase booked solid; having no space or time available
fit you in phrase find time to see someone in a busy schedule
unavailable Adjective not available
occupied Adjective busy doing something

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Monday, November 23, 2020

Elementary - I Can See Clearly Now (B0020)

 Elementary - I Can See Clearly Now (B0020)



A: Hello, Arthur. What seems to be the problem?


B: Hey doc. Well, I think I might need glasses. I’m getting headaches, and I really struggle to see things that are far away. But I have always had 20/20 vision.

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Elementary - Here Comes the Bride (B0017)

 Elementary - Here Comes the Bride (B0017)



A: I can’t believe that Anthony is finally getting married!

B: Yeah well it’s about time! He’s been living with his parents for 40 years!

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Elementary - Turn left here! (B0016)

 Elementary - Turn left here! (B0016)



A: Hurry up, get in.

B: I’m in, let’s go!

A: OK, make a left here. . . no wait, I meant make a right. Come on, speed up!

B: Geez! What’s the rush?

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Elementary - I’m in Debt (B0014)

Elementary - I’m in Debt (B0014)



A: Hello, I’m here to see Mr. Corleone.

B: Right this way, sir.

C: Charlie! What can I do for you?

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Sunday, November 22, 2020

Silence Please! (English Pod 009)


 

Elementary - Silence Please! (B0009)

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A: Those people in front of us are making so much noise. It’s so inconsiderate!

B: Don’t worry about it; it’s not such a big deal.

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What’s your name again? (English Pod 008)


 

Elementary - What’s your name again? (English Pod 008)

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A: Nick! How’s it going?

B: Oh, hey. . .

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Virus! (English Pod 007)



Elementary - Virus! (B0007)

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A: Oh great! This stupid computer froze again! That’s the third time today! Hey Samuel can you come take a look at my PC? It’s acting up again. It must have a virus or something.

B: Just give me a second, I’ll be right up.

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Road Trip (English Pod 006)

 


Elementary - Road Trip 

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A: So are we all ready to go?

B: Yup, I think so. The car’s packed, we have munchies and music, and the map’s in the car.

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Cut In Line (English Pod 005)

 



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I need an assistant! (English Pod 004)

 



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Hotel upgrade (English Pod 003)

 



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002-Calling In Sick, EnglishPod002




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Difficult Customer (English Pod 001)





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