Dialogue Flashcards
Mary: Could I have a kilo of onions, please?
Antony: Right.
Mary: And do you have any peaches?
Antony: Yes, how many would you like?
Mary: I’d like about four, please. Are they ripe?
Antony: Yes, they are lovely. Anything else?
Mary: No, that’s all. Thanks.
buying countable things
Mary: Could I have a kilo of onions, please?
Antony: Right.
Mary: And do you have any peaches?
Antony: Yes, how many would you like?
Mary: I’d like about four, please. Are they ripe?
Antony: Yes, they are lovely. Anything else?
Mary: No, that’s all. Thanks.
Mary: I’d like some cheese, please.
Bob: Sure, what would you like?
Mary: Oh, that cheddar looks nice.
Bob: Yes, it is. How much would you like?
Mary: About one hundred grams.
Bob: Anything else?
Mary: No, thanks.
buying uncountable things
Mary: I’d like some cheese, please.
Bob: Sure, what would you like?
Mary: Oh, that cheddar looks nice.
Bob: Yes, it is. How much would you like?
Mary: About one hundred grams.
Bob: Anything else?
Mary: No, thanks.
Hello there!
Hey, what’s up?
Where were you last week, Armin?
I was in Istanbul, and it was a little bit windy and a bit cold.
Really? I was in istanbul last month, and it was sunny and warm.
Lucky you! I love sunshine!
Me too! How was the food?
The food was delicious.
Yes, I love Turkish food.
Me too.
Hello there!
Hey, what’s up?
Where were you last week, Armin?
I was in Istanbul, and it was a little bit windy and a bit cold.
Really? I was in istanbul last month, and it was sunny and warm.
Lucky you! I love sunshine!
Me too! How was the food?
The food was delicious.
Yes, I love Turkish food.
Me too.
A: I’m bored.
B: Let’s go shopping.
A:That’s not a bad idea.
A: I want to go outside.
B: Why don’t we go to a music festival?
A: No, I don’t like music festivals.
B: How about going to the cinema?
A: Yeah, that sounds great.
A: What are your plans for this weekend?
B: I don’t know.
A: What about going for a walk?
B: No, I don’t think so. Let’s play soccer.
A: Awesome.
Grammar: Making Suggestions
Dialogue: Making Suggestions
Hey, what’s up?
Hey, how are you doing?
Let’s go to that art gallery on York street.
No, i don’t like art galleries. They are boring!
OK, how about going to the movies? There is a new movie on.
Cool! I agree. Which theater?
There is a Theater on second street.
OK, Let’s meet at six o’clock.
I can’t make it at six, how about 7?
But the movie starts at six thirthy.
OK, how about six fifteen?
OK, then, see you at the entrance.
You’re late!
I’m sorry! There was heavy traffic on the way.
OK, let’s go before the movie starts.
Dialogue: Gossiping
Hi Lily, how are you?
Oh, hi Sarah. I’m good. How are you?
Not bad. I love your beautiful blue dress. It suits you.
Thank you. And i love your dress. It’s very chic.
Thanks. Look at Reza. What an ugly green sweater he’s wearing.
But i like Emily’s dress. It looks good on her.
It’s pretty but it’s loose on her.
Yeah it is. I bet she’s wearing her mom’s dress.
Dialogue: Shopping for Clothes
Hi, I’m Sarah.
Hello, I’m Lily.
I love this store. Their clothes are very casual but chic.
Where is the sales associate? Excuse me? Sir?
- How can i help you?
I want a loose white shirt.
- What size are you?
I’m a medium.
- Anything for you?
I’m looking for gray pants. I’m a size 2.
- We have this shirt for you and these gray pants for you ma’am.
Can we try them on?
- Of course. The fitting rooms are here.
How are the pants, Lily?
They’re tight. I don’t like them. How is the shirt?
I love it. I want to try it in blue. Excuse me? Can i try this shirt in blue?
- Yes, of course.
Dialogue: Good At
Being good at something means you do it well.
Oh, Hi there!
Hello my friend!
Shahrzad, are you good at sports?
I’m pretty good at sports. I play Tennis and baseball. And i can run pretty fast. But i can’t jump very high.
Can you play soccor?
I cannot play soccor well. I’m not good at kicking the ball.
Can you sing well?
No, I can’t sing at all. I have a terrible voice. But my friend can sing very well. She has a beautiful voice.
Are you good at cooking?
I can’t cook very well. I can only make basic things.
Oh yeah? What can you cook?
I can cook an omelette, and I can bake cookies. I have no talent in cooking.
Zahra: Hey there. How are you?
Barbara: Hello! How is it going?
Barbara: What do you do for a living, is it Zara? Am I saying that correctly?
Zahra: It’s Zahra, actually. I’m a programmer. I work for a tech company, and these days, I’m working on an exciting project.
Barbara: Wow! So you really like your job!
Zahra: Yes, I love it, but I can’t stand my colleagues.
Barbara: Really? Why? What are they like?
Zahra: They are really annoying and loud.
Barbara: That’s too bad, how about your boss?
Zahra: Oh, he’s fine. I like him.
Barbara: What does he look like?
Zahra: He is very young. I think he is in his early thirties. He’s got broad shoulders and a big mustache. He’s well-built and muscular.
Barbara: So, he’s very handsome, right?
Zahra: Yeah, but he’s engaged.
Barbara: Bad luck.
I can talk about my job and colleagues.
Hey, Shokoufeh! What are you doing now?
I’m drinking coffee.
Do you drink coffee every day?
No, I don’t. I usually drink tea, but now I’m drinking coffee.
Nice outfit, by the way!
Oh, thank you! I’m just wearing a navy blue skirt, a gray button-up shirt, and this black tie.
Oh, they suit you! Do you always wear a skirt at work?
Actually, no. I usually wear pants at work. It’s just today that I’m wearing a skirt.
What does she usually drink every day?
She usually drinks tea.
What does she usually wear at work?
She usually wears pants.
What about today? What is she wearing today?
She’s wearing a skirt, a shirt, and a tie today.
Pontia: Hey boss, how’s it going?
Boss: Oh! hey, Pontia how are you?
Pontia: Good. Hey, have you seen the new girl Zahra?
Boss: You mean that little girl?
Pontia: Haha, how old is she? She must be a teenager?
Boss: I think she’s 21, 22.
Pontia: I mean, she’s better than that middle-aged man who worked here before her and didn’t know how to work with a computer.
Boss: yeah. I wanted to register him for a computer class for the elderly
Pontia: But he was fun for a 60-year-old man.
Hi, Sally! Can I ask you some questions?
Sure.
Do you have any sisters or brothers?
No, I don’t. I’m an only child. What about you?
I have one sister. I’m in my early twenties but she is
late twenties. So, she is older than me.
What’s her job?
She keeps and checks financial accounts. She is an accountant.
Does she like her job?
No, she doesn’t. She hates it and she doesn’t like her colleagues.
Maral: Hey there, I’m Maral. Nice to meet you.
Maral: Excuse me sir? Is there a bank around here?
Man: Yes there is one nearby. Go down this way for 3 blocks. It’s on the corner of Ross, across from the Grocery store.
Maral: Thank you very much.
Maral: Excuse me? How can I get to the Museum of modern arts?
Man: There are 2 ways you can get there. You can go down James and turn right on University. The museum is on your left next to the kindergarten. Or, you can go straight on Market and make a left on Lakeshore. Then make another left on University, the museum’s on your right opposite the park. If you take Lakeshore, you can walk by the river. It’s very beautiful.
Maral: Yeah, it’s a beautiful day for a walk along the river. Thank you so much for your help.
**Man: No worries. **
Maral: Hey there, I’m Maral. Nice to meet you.
Maral: Excuse me sir? Is there a bank around here?
Man: Yes there is one nearby. Go down this way for 3 blocks. It’s on the corner of Ross, across from the Grocery store.
Maral: Thank you very much.
Maral: Excuse me? How can I get to the Museum of modern arts?
Man: There are 2 ways you can get there. You can go down James and turn right on University. The museum is on your left next to the kindergarten. Or, you can go straight on Market and make a left on Lakeshore. Then make another left on University, the museum’s on your right opposite the park. If you take Lakeshore, you can walk by the river. It’s very beautiful.
Maral: Yeah, it’s a beautiful day for a walk along the river. Thank you so much for your help.
Man: No worries.
Pontia: How long does it take to get to Toronto from Montreal by car?
Shokoufe: Not that long. It takes about 5 hours to get there if you drive fast!
Pontia : Well, I don’t drive fast. I usually drive slowly!
Shokoufe: That’s great! Like they say, better late than never! Always drive carefully!
Pontia: How long does it take to get to Toronto from Montreal by car?
Shokoufe: Not that long. It takes about 5 hours to get there if you drive fast!
Pontia : Well, I don’t drive fast. I usually drive slowly!
Shokoufe: That’s great! Like they say, better late than never! Always drive carefully!
Maria: Hey Natasha, I’m going to the beach tomorrow. Could you tell me how to get there?
Natasha: Are you driving or taking the bus?
Maria: I’m driving.
Natasha: Ok then. Go straight on Jefferson. Don’t turn right on Market St. it’s one-way. Drive past the bus station and the butcher’s and make a right on Mercer. That way you can skip the traffic jam at Jefferson and University. Drive slowly so you don’t miss your turn.
Maria: Oh! Is there usually traffic at Jefferson and University?
Natasha: Yes, especially during rush hour. Ok, then make a left on James, and don’t forget the speed limit on James is only 25 miles. Don’t drive fast.
Maria: How much is that in kilometers?
Natasha: About 40 km I think.
Maria: Ok, then what?
Natasha: then drive until you reach University Ave., and take a right on University. Then another right onto Lakeshore Blvd. The river is on your right. You have to park your car on Lakeshore and cross the bridge to get to the beach.
Maria: Ok. is it legal to overtake here?
Natasha: Yes, if the lane markings are dotted, you can pass any car.
Maria: Great! Thanks a lot!
Natasha: No worries. Drive carefully. Don’t forget to drive on the right side. Haha!
