Dialogue Flashcards

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Grammar: Making Suggestions

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Dialogue: Making Suggestions

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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.

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Dialogue: Gossiping

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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.

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Dialogue: Shopping for Clothes

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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.

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Dialogue: Good At

Being good at something means you do it well.

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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.

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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.

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I can talk about my job and colleagues.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. **

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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!

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Shokoufeh: Hi, I’m calling about the ad on Craigslist for the 2012 Honda Civic?
Dealer: Hi, how can I help you?
Shokoufeh: Can I come tomorrow to see the car and take it for a test drive?
Dealer: Of course, the dealership is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Shokoufeh: OK, thank you! And see you tomorrow.

Shokoufeh: Hi, I’m Shokufeh. I think I spoke to you on the phone yesterday.
Jeff: Oh yes, I’m Jeff. Nice to meet you.
Shokoufeh: You too! And this is my friend, Pontia. She’s a mechanic, she’s gonna take a look at the car.
Jeff: Sure. Let me show you the car. It’s an old car, but it’s in a very good condition.
Pontia: Yeah, I don’t see any signs of major repair on the body. Can I check the engine?
Jeff: Of course. Let me start the car for you.
Pontia: Everything looks good. Can we take it for a test drive?
Jeff: Yes, let me get the keys, and you can have your driver’s license ready.

Jeff: How was the test drive? Did you like the car?
Shokoufeh: Yes, it’s perfect. The brakes are good. This car is fast.
Jeff: Yes, it’s a really good car.
Shokoufeh: How much is it?
Jeff: it’s $3200.
Shokoufeh: Could you do any better? I’m paying cash.
Jeff: I can go down $200.
Shokoufeh: That’s great! Thank you so much!

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Sebastian: I need some flowers for my mom for mother’s day.
Woman: We have some fresh red roses.
Sebastian: How much are the roses?
Woman: Twenty dollars per dozen.
Sebastian: Hmmm. How much are those daffodils?
Woman: 15 dollars per dozen. They are on sale.
Sebastian: That sounds like a good deal, but I think I’ll take a dozen roses. They cost a lot but it’s for Mother’s Day.
Woman: Is there anything else you’d like?
Sebastian: No, just the roses.
Woman: I’m sure your mom will love them. Your total is 21.45 with tax. How would you like to pay?
Sebastian: Cash, please. Wait, I’m 50 cents short I don’t have any change. Can I pay by card?
Woman: Debit or credit?
Sebastian: Credit, please.
Woman: Enter your pin, please. Would you like the receipt?
Sebastian: No, thank you.
Woman: Here’s your flowers.
Sebastian: Thank you.
Woman: No problem. Have a good one.

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Charlotte: Did you watch that racing event last night?
Ehsan: No, I didn’t! How was it?
Charlotte: Man! Watch the rerun! It was exciting!
Ehsan: Really? Who won?
Charlotte: Hamilton, of course! His driving skills are impressive! He is the best driver in the world right now.
Ehsan: So he drove better than Vettel?
Charlotte: Yes, he was the best driver!
Ehsan: Such a shame! I think Vettel is more skillful, but Hamilton’s car is more expensive and more modern.
Charlotte: Hamilton won because he’s a better driver than Vettel, not because he has a more expensive car.

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Dialogue - Comparative Adjectives

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Phoebe: Do you like sports?
Harry: No, I don’t. But I’m really into movies.
Phoebe: Oh, really? Who’s your favorite actor?
Harry: Leo DiCaprio. I love him so much!
Phoebe: Not me, I hate him. He is the worst actor ever!
Harry: What? No, he’s not! I think he is the most talented actor.
Phoebe: How tall is he?
Harry: He’s 6 feet tall
Phoebe: What’s it in centimeters?
Harry: 183
Phoebe: Really? I thought he’s shorter. I thought he’s 5’10”. Which one of his movies do you like?
Harry: Titanic. I think it’s the best romantic movie ever.
Phoebe: I prefer The Hangover. It’s the funniest movie. I love comedy movies.
Harry: I’m actually going to see Titanic in the theater. They have a rerun.
Phoebe: Wow! How great!
Harry: Yeah, I’m really excited about it.

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Dialogue-Comparative and Superlative adjectives

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Grammar - Routine

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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.

Now listen to these sentences. 👂

She wears shorts on weekends, but now, she is wearing a skirt.
He goes to work by bus every day, but now, he is walking to work.
It’s 12 o’clock, and they’re having lunch. They have lunch every day at noon.

We use present continuous (or present progressive) to talk about things that are happening now or around now.
(wear-cook-watch-walk-have-drink )

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Dialogue-Past Progressive 1

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Shokoufeh: You didn’t come to the class yesterday. What happened?
Pontia: Yesterday, I was walking down the street when I suddenly hit a lamppost.
Shokoufeh: Oh my God! So, that’s why your nose is purple!
Pontia: Yes, I was checking my phone and I wasn’t paying attention. I wasn’t looking.
Shokoufeh: Ouch! And did you break your arm then, too?
Pontia: Yes. I slipped and broke my phone and my arm. Now, I can’t check my phone anymore.
Shokoufeh: Oh, that’s too bad! You need to watch where you’re going! Thank God nothing serious happened!
Pontia: Umm, I broke my arm! I think that’s pretty serious!
Shokoufeh: Yeah, sorry. You’re right!

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Dialogue-Past Progressive 2

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Shokufeh: Hi Pontia, why are you so pale?
Pontia: I had a customer today and it didn’t go well.
Shokufeh: Why? What happened?
Pontia: He came and I gave him a haircut first. Everything was going great. He really liked his new haircut.
Shokufeh: Why are you sad then?
Pontia: When I was shaving his face, he suddenly moved his head and I cut him. There was blood everywhere!
Shokufeh: Oh, no!
Pontia: And that’s not everything. When I was calling 911, he fainted. I was so scared.
Shokufeh: Oh my God, really?
Pontia: Yeah, but fortunately, when I was waiting for the ambulance, he came round.
Shokufeh: Thank goodness! Is he ok now?
Pontia: Yes He’s fine. But I was really scared. I was trying to stay calm, but I cried a little bit.
Shokufeh: It’s ok.

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Narrator: Good morning, I have an appointment with my mortgage advisor.
Receptionist: Good morning. Your name, please
Narrator: Shokoufeh Tahmasbi.
Receptionist: Thank you. Please wait here. Claire will be with you shortly.
Narrator: Thank you.
Claire: Shokoufeh?
Narrator: Yes
Claire: Hi, I’m Claire. Nice to meet you. Would you follow me to my office?

Claire: How can I help you Shokoufeh?
Narrator: I need to see if I qualify for a mortgage.
Claire: Ok, first we need to take a look at your incomes. What do you do?
Narrator: I’m a data analyst at Microsoft. I make $180,000 a year.
Claire: Great. I see you have almost $120,000 in your savings.
Narrator: Yes, I’ve been saving for a down payment.
Claire: How long have you been working for Microsoft?
Narrator: Over 5 years.
Claire: Ok. I need to check your credit score. Hmmm. Great, you have a very high score. It’s 721.
Narrator: Oh! thank God.
Claire: Shokoufeh, with your salary of $180,000 a year and your credit score you are pre-approved for approximately $650,000, so you can look for a house around $770,000 including your savings.
Narrator: Awesome, I just saw this house on McKay that is $750,000.
Claire: That’s great. I hope you can get it.
Narrator: Thank you, Claire. You’ve been very helpful.
Claire: No worries. Just doing my job.

Dialogue-Mortgage

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راوی: صبح بخیر. من با مشاور وامم قرار ملاقات دارم.
مسئول پذیرش: صبحتون بخیر. اسمتون لطفاً؟
راوی: شکوفه طهماسبی.
مسئول پذیرش: متشکرم. لطفاً همین جا منتظر بمونید. کلر یه کم دیگه می‌آد پیشتون.
راوی: ممنونم.
کلر: شکوفه؟
راوی: بله.
کلر: سلام. من کلر هستم. از دیدنت خوشحالم. لطفاً من رو تا دفترم همراهی کن.

کلر: چطور می‌تونم بهت کمک کنم، شکوفه؟
راوی: می‌خوام بدونم صلاحیت دریافت وام رو دارم یا نه.
کلر: خب، اول باید یه نگاهی به درآمدت بندازیم. شغلت چیه؟
راوی: کارشناس تحلیل داده‌ها در شرکت مایکروسافت هستم. سالی 180 هزار دلار درآمد دارم.
کلر: عالیه. دارم می‌بینم که حداقل 120 هزار دلار در حساب پس‌اندازت داری.
راوی: بله. داشتم برای پیش پرداخت پول جمع می‌کردم.
کلر: چند وقته که داری برای مایکروسافت کار می‌کنی؟
راوی: بیشتر از پنج ساله.
کلر: خب. باید امتیاز اعتباریت رو بررسی کنم. هومممم… عالیه. امتیاز خیلی بالائی داری. 721 امتیاز داری.
راوی: خداروشکر.
کلر: شکوفه، با حقوق سالانه 180 هزار دلار و امتیاز اعتباری تو، برای وام تقریباً 650 هزار دلار موافقت اولیه رو گرفتی. بنابراین می‌تونی دنبال خونه‌ای باشی که با احتساب پس‌اندازت، چیزی حدود 770 هزار دلار قیمت داشته باشه.
راوی: عالیه! تازگی یه خونه توی McKay دیدم که 750 هزار دلاره.
کلر: خیلی خوبه. امیدوارم بتونی بخریش.
راوی: ممنونم کلر. خیلی کمکم کردی.
کلر: خواهش می‌کنم. انجام وظیفه بوده.