English Lessons

 A: I have a reservation. My name is Jack Kaplans. B: May I please see your ID, Mr. Kaplans? A: Certainly. Here it is.

 A: I would like to book a hotel room. B: That shouldn't be a problem. May I have your full name, please? A: My name is Jack Kaplans. B: Hello, Mr. Kaplans. My name is Mary. What days do you need the reservation for, sir? A: I would like to travel to New York from Friday, April 14, to Monday, April 17. B: Our room rates have recently been increased. Is that all right with you, Mr. Kaplans? A: How much per night are we talking about? B: Each night will cost 350 dollars.

1. Entering the Store Greeting the staff: "Hello/Good morning/Good afternoon." "Hi there!" If a staff member greets you: "Hello. How can I help you today?" "Are you looking for anything in particular?" You can respond with: "I'm just browsing, thanks." (If you don't need immediate assistance) 2. Finding Items Asking for the location of an item: "Excuse me, where can I find...?" (e.g., "Excuse me, where can I find milk?") "Could you tell me where the...is?" (e.g., "Could you tell me where the bread is?") "Do you have any...?" (e.g., "Do you have any fresh apples?") If you can't find something: "I can't seem to find the..." (e.g., "I can't seem to find the sugar.") 3. Asking About Products Asking about the price: "How much is this?" "How much does this cost?" Asking about features or det...

Linda : Hello, nice day, isn’t it? Alan : Definitely! I couldn’t wish for better weather. How has your day gone so far? Linda: It’s been great, thanks for asking! I'm enjoying the sunshine and fresh air at the moment. And how are things looking for you? Alan : I'm feeling the same! I've taken a break from work to soak up some vitamin D. Have you tried the new café nearby? I've heard they make great iced coffee. Linda : Oh, I haven’t yet! But I’ve been meaning to try it out. Maybe we can go for a drink together sometime? Alan : That sounds like a good plan! I’m always up for trying new cafés, especially in good company. Linda: Great! We should put that into action. Do you have any exciting plans for the rest of your day? Alan: Not really, I'm just going to let myself drift. I might go for a walk in the park, maybe read a book under that shady tree over there. What about you? Linda : I think I’ll do the same. Maybe I'll take a walk around the lake, feed the duc...

Here's a conversation that could take place on a bus: Person 1: Hey, how are you doing today? Person 2: I'm good, thanks. Just heading home from work. How about you? Person 1: I'm on my way to meet a friend for coffee. This is a nice day for a bus ride, isn't it? Person 2: Yeah, it is. It's been a bit hot lately, so this cool breeze is refreshing. Person 1: Have you been reading anything good lately? Person 2: I'm currently reading a book about the history of the city. It's really interesting. Person 1: That sounds cool. I've always been interested in local history. Do you know any good restaurants in this area? Person 2: Actually, I do. There's a new place that just opened up a few blocks from here. It's supposed to be really good. Person 1: That sounds great! I'll have to check it out sometime. Person 2: Well, I'm getting off at the next stop. Have a good day! Person 1: You too! Thanks for the chat.

Sam: Hi, Linda, it’s Sam. How are you? Linda: Oh, hello, Sam! I was just thinking about you. Sam: That’s nice. I was wondering if you’d like to go to the movies tonight. Linda : Sure, I’d love to! What’s on at the moment? Sam: I was thinking about the new comedy Lights Out. What do you think of it? Linda: Sounds great! Sam:   OK, I’ll pick you up at 7:30. The movie starts at 8:00. Linda: See you then. Bye

  WEATHER A:  It's an ugly night tonight. B:  I know. I think it may rain. ***** A:  It's the middle of summer, it shouldn't rain tonight. B:  That would be weird. ***** A:  Yeah, especially since it's eighty degrees outside. B:  I know, it would be horrible if it rained, and it was hot outside. ***** A:  Yes, it would be. B:  I really wish it wasn't so hot every day. ***** A:  Me too. I can't wait until fall. B:  I like fall too, but sometimes it gets too rainy. ***** A:  I'd rather be rainy than hot. B:  Me too. WEATHER (2) A:  It's such a nice day. B:  Yes, it is. ***** A:  It looks like it may rain soon. B:  Yes, and I hope that it does. ***** A:  Why is that? B:  I really love how rain clears the air. ***** A:  Me too. It always smells so fresh after it rains. B:  Yes, but I love the morning air after it rains. ***** A:  Really? Why is it? B:  Because you can see the s...

  A:  Hi, how are you doing? B:  I'm fine. How about yourself? A:  I'm pretty good. Thanks for asking. B:  No problem. So how have you been? A:  I've been great. What about you? B:   I've been good. I'm in school right now. A:  What school do you go to? B:   I go to Arizona State University. A:  Do you like it there? B:   It's okay. It's a huge campus. A:  Good luck with school. B:  Thank you very much.

 JANET: Mr. White, I’d like you to meet Dr. Edward Grandson.  MR. WHITE: It’s nice to meet you, Dr. Grandson.  DR. GRANDSON: Pleasure to meet you, too. JANET: Dr. Grandson is a chemist. He just finished writing a book on molecular chemistry. MR. WHITE: Oh? That’s my field, too. I work for the ExxonMobil.  DR. GRANDSON: In the Research and Technology Program, by any chance?  MR. WHITE: Yes. How did you guess?  DR. GRANDSON: I have read your articles on technical assistance. They are excellent.

  English Food Meals   Breakfast:   The first meal of the day is breakfast. In England or the USA, foods such as eggs, bacon, sausages are consumed for breakfast. Lunch:   Refers to the midday meal that comes after breakfast. In British countries, light and less varied meals are generally preferred. Brunch:   It is a combination of the words "Breakfast" and "Lunch". It refers to a late breakfast on weekends. It is used for the meal consumed at this meal, usually made with light foods such as sandwiches or salads. Afternoon Tea:   It is a common tradition in England. Tea served with cake or cookies during this meal is called "Afternoon Tea". Snack Time  : Used for light snacks consumed between main meals. Dinner:   The last meal of the day. In countries like England, meatballs and French fries are consumed, while in countries like the USA, different flavors like soup and rice can be preferred. Supper:  An alternative t...

Bread Soup Meatballs Steak Beef Sausage Egg Scrambled eggs  French fries Sandwich Pasta Rice Cake Yoghurt Chicken Fish Pizza Mince Lamb Fish and chips Sunday roast English breakfast Shepherd’s pie Cottage pie Toad in the hole Bangers and mash Beans on toast Crumpets English afternoon tea Crumble Trifle Scotch egg   Vegetables Peas Cucumber Tomato Cabbage Broccoli Onion Potato Radish Beetroot Corn Mint Carrot Fruits Watermelon Strawberry Pineapple Papaya Orange Mango Kiwi Blueberry Banana Apple

Angela: How many people are there in your family? Marry: There are 4 people in my family: my father, mother, brother and me. ***** Angela:Does your family live in a house or an apartment? Marry:We live in a house in the countryside.  ***** Angela:What does your mother do? Marry:My mother is a nurse.She  works at the local hospital.