Speak Like A Native

Question 1

Can I have a word with you ?
I’m on the phone, please wait 5 minutes.

Answer 1

Have a word with someone
On the phone

Question 2

I had an interview, but I never heard back from the company.
I hope to hear back from them soon.

Answer 2

Hear back from someone

Question 3

Is this seat taken?
No go ahead .
Yes someone’s sitting here.
I’m saving it for someone.

Question 4

This is a photograph of my family, I’m the second one from the right .

Answer 4

Second one from the right

Question 5

Good to know

Question 6

Why don’t you put your hood up , if you’re cold?

Question 7

It’s on the tip of my tongue .

Question 8

We need you to come right away.

Answer 8

I ordered soup 30 minutes ago! I’ll bring it right away.

Question 9

I’d like the steak plz. We’ve run out of steak. In that case, I’ll have the spaghetti.

Question 10

My husband is often away on business.
So is mine! We are in the same boat.

Question 11

I was supposed to meet Shadi last night, but I forgot. It slipped my mind.

Question 12

I don’t have health insurance.
What if you get sick ?

Answer 12

What if

Question 13

I’ll have the salad as a side dish .

Question 14

I really enjoy your presentation

Answer 14

Really like / want / enjoy

Question 15

Let’s chip in 20$ and buy a gift

Answer 15

Contribute money

Question 16

Let me see if we have it in stock. Sorry we’re sold out .

Question 17

We are about to start. Where’s atefeh ?

Answer 17

About to do sth

Question 18

I didn’t get your name .
Plz call me Ati. It’s short for Atefeh.

Answer 18

What is a veggie?
It’s short for atefeh

Question 19

Can you tell me how to get to the market mall?

Question 20

I’m going to Calgary
For how long ?
For good, I got a job there .

Answer 20

For good = forever

Question 21

That boy in yellow jacket.

Question 22

There was a mouse in my kitchen.
But after I used any killer, he was gone for good.

Question 23

You were supposed to be here an hour ago .

Question 24

Could you go over the instructions again?
I didn’t understand everything you said.

Question 25

You left your book in my car. I’ll drop by your house and give it to you .

Answer 25

Drop by
Leave

Question 26

Nobody’s home, in that case leave it with neighbour.

Question 27

I’ve been waiting for a long time .

Answer 27

We’ve been sitting in an airplane for 7 hours .

Question 28

I have to work late tonight. I need to finish a project. I’m running short of time .

Answer 28

Running short of time =
Close to deadline

Question 29

I’d like to see Atefeh .
Can I ask what it’s regarding?

Question 30

Would you like to go out for dinner tonight?
I can’t make it tonight
Can I take a rain check?
How about tomorrow?

Question 31

Have you seen the movie Wednesday?
No, but I’ve heard of it .
I’ve never heard of that .

Question 32

My bank balance isn’t good.

Question 33

I think I left my glasses on your desk. Can you leave it on my office?

Question 34

The movie is going to start soon. Let’s get a move on or we’ll be late .

Question 35

Would it be possible to change the meeting to Wednesday?
That’s fine with me, but you’d better ask ati too.

Question 36

I’m running late for my classes .

Question 37

How was my speech?
To tell the truth, it was a bit too long.

Question 38

Can we meet today?
Sorry I’ll be tied up all day .
How about tomorrow?
Or I’ll be free in an hour .

Question 39

Have you eaten lunch yet ?
I had lunch an hour ago .

Answer 39

Have you been to the post office yet?
Not yet. I’m going now

If sth has already happened.

Question 40

Do you have change for a dollar?
Yes here you are
No I don’t have change for a fifty

Question 41

Taxi driver, I’d like to get out at the next street.

Answer 41

Get on / Get off —> for bus ,train ,plane

Get in / Get out —>for car and taxi

Question 42

There are a lot of things on your desk, if you move them out of the way , I’ll put your computer three.

Answer 42

Move sth so that it doesn’t block you

Question 43

This phone comes in blue , white and black. Which one should I buy?

Answer 43

This soup comes in two flavours: chicken and beef.

Come in —> is available in

Question 44

What do you think about buying a new car ?
I don’t think it’s a good idea.

Answer 44

What do you think about doing sth?

Question 45

Are you angry with me?
No, it has nothing to do with you .

Answer 45

Did you quit your job because of the pay?
No it has nothing to do with pay

Question 46

I’ll be in the office almost all day.I’ll just go out for lunch .

I’ve read almost all books.

Answer 46

90% of sth

Question 47

I’ll get you the condiments right away.

Question 48

I have 70$ . I’m short by 4$.

Answer 48

We have 8 players, so we’re short by 2.

Question 49

My company makes us wear uniforms.
Really?! My company lets us wear jeans.

Question 50

Could we meet on Thursday instead of Friday?

Answer 50

Could I have coffee instead of a cola?

Question 51

Is you still talking on the phone?
No, I just hung up .

Answer 51

End a phone call by cutting the connection.

Question 52

The package arrived.
It’s about time ! I’ve been waiting for weeks.

Answer 52

Sam is getting married.
It’s about time. He’s 45 years old.

چهههههه عجب

Question 53

Sometimes I feel a pain right here.
If I were you, I’d see a doctor.

Question 54

My salary is low and I don’t enjoy my job .

Question 55

You can plug the iron in here.
Please unplug it when you are finished.

Answer 55

Plug in –> connect sth to a power outlet.

Question 56

What’s this charge for ?
It’s the tax.

Question 57

We’re ready to order .
I’ll be with you in one moment.

Question 58

I think the party is tomorrow night. But I’m not optimistic. I’ll call him to double-check .

Question 59

I can’t talk right now. I’ll call you back in a few minutes.

Question 60

I just called the store . But no one answered the phone . It must be closed .

Question 61

I’m looking for MC Donald’s .
Just keep going.

Answer 61

Keep going—> continue

Question 62

How are you getting home after party?
Farhad’s going to drop me off .

Question 63

When is a good time for you ?

Answer 63

When is the convenient time for you?

Question 64

Don’t forget to apply sunscreen/ makeup/ moisturizer

Question 65

What does the burger come with ?

Answer 65

Does the spaghetti come with a salad?
No a salad costs extra.

Question 66

How much is our bill ?
It comes to 21$.

Question 67

How would you like to pay?
By credit card or cash.

Question 68

Do you mind if I join you ?
No, we don’t mind .please come along.

Question 69

I’m leaving, you can have my seat.

Question 70

Could I ask you a favour?

Question 71

We’d like a table for 3 by the window.

Question 72

Whose turn is it to wash the dishes ?
It’s your turn .
It’s Sara’s turn.

Question 73

Is there any pizza left?
Yes there are two slices left.

Question 74

I insist on paying.

Question 75

I’m half-way through my master program. It’s a 2 year program.

Question 76

I’m not interested in school.

Question 77

in may
On Tuesday
At 9 o’clock

Answer 77

In month
On day
At time

Question 78

Are you going to buy the blue car or the green one ?
I haven’t made up my mind yet.

Answer 78

I can’t make up my mind .

Question 79

Could you give me a ride to school?
Sure I’ll drop you off on my way to work .

Question 80

I’d prefer to buy leather shoes because leather lasts a long time .

Question 81

Do you know how to use this fax machine?
No , but I’ll figure it out .

Question 82

Please make sure we have enough chairs for party.

Question 83

I’d like to try this on .

Answer 83

دوست دارم این لباس رو امتحان کنم

Question 84

Which floor would you like ?
Could you press 17? I can’t reach it.

Question 85

From now on let’s put your shoes up at the top .

Question 86

Can I make a suggestion?

Answer 86

Why don’t you take the train instead of the bus ?

Question 87

I really put a lot of energy into what I do .

Question 88

I’d like to transfer 500$ to my checking account.

Question 89

That’s funny.

Answer 89

That’s strange.

Question 90

She called me 2 hours ago and said she was on her way .

Question 91

I don’t have enough time to call him.

There’s not enough space.

You are not tall enough.

Answer 91

Adj+ enough
Enough + noun

Question 92

Let’s move on to next topic.

Question 93

Let’s keep in touch .

Question 94

Could you tell me where the library is?

Question 95

Will you take that job ?
I need a few days to think about it over .

Answer 95

Think it over –> take time to think before deciding.

Question 96

I want to return it .
I tried it on and it didn’t fit .

Question 97

It doesn’t matter where we eat lunch as long as it’s not expensive.

Question 98

What kind of dressing would you like for the salad ?
I’ll have Italian dresding .

Question 99

Where do you get your energy from?

Question 100

My mother is very good at cooking, but my father isn’t.

Question 101

How’s your new university?
So far, so good .

Question 102

We ended up living in Canada.

Question 103

What do you do?
I’m in the shoe business.

Question 104

I don’t have that information right now. I’ll get back to you later .

Answer 104

Please get back to me by email or phone.

Question 105

My car is in perfect condition because I take good care of it .

Answer 105

In good condition
In perfect condition

Question 106

Can I get by, please? I need to get off the bus here .
I have to catch a train

Question 107

I’ll go with chicken 🍗.

Answer 107

مثلا رفتی رستوران میخوای غذا سفارش بدی

Question 108

Please bring me up to date

Answer 108

Tell me the most recent information.

Question 109

Sorry I’m late , I was held up at work .

Answer 109

I was held up at airport for 2 hours.

Hold up —> delay

Question 110

It’s a bit over the budget for me .

Question 111

Are we still on for today ?

Answer 111

Confirm an arrangement

Question 112

Have you tried that new restaurant?
Yes, I went there the other day.

Question 113

I can play tennis for one hour at the most .

Answer 113

Not more than

Question 114

I’ll keep you posted. I’ll call you when sth happens.

Answer 114

Give information when there are new development.

Question 115

The flush isn’t working correctly.

Answer 115

Your toilet doesn’t flush.

Question 116

We’re getting more sizes in next week.

Answer 116

به فروشنده میگی سایز،مدل ،…. نمیارید
اونم اینو میگه

Question 117

I should have brought my umbrella.

Answer 117

You shouldn’t have married him !

Question 118

There is sth wrong with air conditioner. It’s making noise.

Question 119

The second room on the right is not occupied. You can take it .

Question 120

Can I have one size up ?

Answer 120

میخوای بگی ی سایز بزرگ‌تر. بده
What size are you ,

Question 121

What are these shoes made of ?
They are made of leather.

Question 122

In luck
Out of luck

Question 123

Can I put you on hold ?

Answer 123

Please wait , ask during a phone call

Question 124

I have Sundays off .
I have a week off in July .
I have 4 days off .

Question 125

The phone’s ringing.
I’ll get it , it’s for me .

Question 126

He just stepped out .

Answer 126

ی تک پا رفت بیرون

Question 127

Is tax included?
No with tax it comes to 166$.

Question 128

You’re all dressed up .
Are you going somewhere tonight?
What’s the occasion?

Question 129

Lunch is on me today .

Question 130

What does asap stand for ?
As soon as possible

Question 131

I’m better off taking the train .
You’re better off buying size 8.

Answer 131

Show a better choice .

Question 132

This gives me hands on experience.

Question 133

I’m going to take a chance.

Answer 133

Do sth that might result in danger or failure.

Question 134

I didn’t mean that .

Answer 134

I did not intend to upset or hurt someone.

Question 135

I’ll drop you off on my way home.

Question 136

Let’s split the cheque. We have to pay each 20$ .

Answer 136

Each person pays the same amount

Question 137

I’d like to pick up my wife’s shoe

Answer 137

Collect

Question 138

You can put it on in the changing room .

Answer 138

He took off his uniform and put on a sweater and trousers .

Question 139

I see your point.

Answer 139

I understand your opinion or feelings.

Question 140

Why don’t you bring it up at the meeting?

Answer 140

I’m glad you brought it up .

Question 141

We have a vacant room available.

Question 142

I was supposed to go the meeting.
But I didn’t. I was tied up .

Question 143

It’s late I’d better get going .

Question 144

The Olympic only happens once every 4 years .

Question 145

It’s too loose around the waist .

Answer 145

It’s too tight around the shoulder.

Question 146

How long does it take to get to Montreal from Calgary ?

Question 147

There is nothing I can do .

Question 148

Speaking of flowers . Look what I bought .

Question 149

I haven’t seen you for years .

Question 150

I want to look around

Answer 150

Can you put it aside.

Question 151

I’m behind schedule this morning because I overslept.

Question 152

Lunch is scheduled for 2 o’clock. That’s a bit late . Can we move it up to one o’clock?

Question 153

Day before yesterday

Answer 153

Day after tomorrow

Question 154

Ahead of / on / behind schedule

Answer 154

Everything is on schedule.

Question 155

I’m busy right now .
How soon can you come ?

Question 156

I can’t figure out how to use copy machine.

Question 157

A gift for me ?!
You shouldn’t have !

Question 158

I’m fed up with paper work .

Question 159

Come up with idea or solution

Question 160

I can’t get it to work .
There is something wrong with it .

Question 161

It’s not worth it .

Question 162

Take a bite.
Can I have a bite of your apple?

Question 163

Can I get you a glass of water ?

Question 164

Any tips on what to wear ?

Question 165

There you are

Answer 165

I don’t smoke

Question 166

Never mind. It’s a long story .

Answer 166

Change subject

Question 167

He seemed very friendly to you.

Question 168

You find him attractive

Question 169

I’m not usually a perfume girl.

Answer 169

Wear perfume

It smells really good.
It suits you.

Question 170

I get a little over-enthusiastic.

Question 171

He was impressed with you.

Question 172

What brought you to Paris?

Question 173

Take over the family business.

Question 174

Every time I pass by, it’s packed.

Question 175

Anything but that .

Question 176

I took a week off of work.

Question 177

I thought we’d figured this all out.

Question 178

The stack isn’t cooked at all.
I ordered this medium and it’s kind of bloody .

Question 179

I was obsessed with idea of living in Paris .

Question 180

My head is just completely spinning.

Question 181

What kind of business are you in ?

Question 182

It doesn’t matter what I think .

Question 183

You’re wide awake.

Question 184

You banged on my door and wake me up.

Question 185

You’re getting on my nerves .

Answer 185

She’s getting on my nerves .

Question 186

The water cut off in my shower.

Question 187

I don’t speak French .

Me either.

Question 188

The shower in my apartment just stopped working .

Question 189

Your language is offed up.

Question 190

It’s really cutting edge, very new.

Question 191

It’s so comfy .

Question 192

He will warm up to you .

Question 193

After you . No please I insist .

Question 194

Wish you luck

Answer 194

Wish me luck

Question 195

Don’t be so sure .

Question 196

He was hitting on you?!

Question 197

Shall we get started?

Question 198

Integrate the products in your social media content .

Question 199

I was up all night .

Question 200

What makes you say that?

Question 201

Where are you off to, so dressed up?

Question 202

That’s not how I meant it.

Question 203

I don’t wanna be owned by anyone .

Question 204

I can get myself home .

Question 205

Caesar salad

Question 206

Don’t piggyback on my brand.

Question 207

It was above and beyond.

Question 208

Stop being such a snob.

Answer 208

someone who thinks they are better than people from a lower social class used to show disapproval:

Question 209

She wondered if she was losing her sanity.

Answer 209

1. the condition of being mentally healthy
   .

Question 210

the rich fragrance of a garden flower

Answer 210

a pleasant smell
Synonym : scent

Question 211

We need effective strategies to combat sexual harassment in the workplace.

Question 212

Survivors of the crash were rescued by helicopter.

She died trying to rescue her children from the blaze.

Answer 212

to save someone or something from a situation of danger or harm.

Question 213

The men are objectifying her.

Answer 213

treat a person or idea as a physical object:

Question 214

She felt embarrassed under his steady gaze.

Answer 214

to look at someone or something for a long time, giving it all your attention, often without realizing you are doing so
Synonym : stare

Question 215

You’re piggybacking off the ad campaign

Question 216

Tender

Question 217

I’ll call you back.

Question 218

You should get some sleep.

Question 219

Was there anything written on it?

Question 220

Is this a bad time?

Answer 220

بد موقع ک نیمدم
بد موقع ک زنگ نزدم

Question 221

Do you have a minute?

Question 222

Could I ask why not?

Question 223

Five students who had spoken out against the regime were arrested.

Answer 223

to publicly speak (in protest about something, especially when protesting could be dangerous)

speak out about/against

Question 224

While most of us might be OK about the strike, some people aren’t on board.

Answer 224

On board :
supporting something.

Question 225

The railway may sue for damages (=in order to get money) because of loss of revenue.

Answer 225

make a legal claim against someone

Question 226

The police threatened to have protestors forcibly removed.

Answer 226

using physical force:

Question 227

Smith accused her of lying.

Answer 227

say that you believe someone is guilty of a crime or of doing something bad

Question 228

He took the car without the owner’s consent.

Her parents gave their consent to the marriage

Answer 228

permission to do something:
.

Question 229

The police interrogated the suspect for several hours.

Answer 229

Synonym : question

Question 230

Pervasive

Question 231

I incline to accept the official version of events.

Answer 231

if a situation, fact etc inclines you to do or think something, it influences you towards a particular action or opinion

Question 232

Are we talking solely about corporate misuse of power?

Question 233

There’s no need to shout! I can hear you!

Answer 233

Yelling

Question 234

That’s not exactly what I’m looking for.

Question 235

Does it come with a guarantee?

Question 236

Do you have a refund policy?

Question 237

Would you have this in another colour?

Question 238

Do you have a smaller / bigger size ?

Question 239

Can I borrow your pen ?

Answer 239

Can you lend me your pen ?

Question 240

I woke up at sunrise.

Question 241

Good job

Answer 241

Well done

Hats off

Question 242

No rush at all .

Question 243

Can I get some samples?

Answer 243

رفتی تو سفورا و تسترمیخوای

Question 244

You’re dog is so adorable!

What’s his breed?

I’d love to pet him .

Question 245

I get it

Answer 245

I understand it

Question 246

I’m paying way too much .

Answer 246

Very much

Question 247

I think you’ve got it wrong .

Answer 247

I’m afraid you’re mistaken .

Question 248

What time do you close ?

Answer 248

Are you open on the weekends?

Question 249

He is a pain in the neck !

Answer 249

Annoying
Difficult to deal with

Question 250

It seemed difficult at first, but I soon got used to it.

Question 251

We’ll be home in no time.

Answer 251

very quickly or very soon:

Question 252

LAre you sure you can do it on time?’ ‘
Yeah, no sweat!’

Answer 252

no sweat —> used to say that you can do something easily
Not a problem

Question 253

May I have cinnamon?

Answer 253

Use may not can when you ask permission.

Question 254

I am less and less interested in studying now.

Question 255

We’re under attack.

Question 256

There are too many of them .

Question 257

You’re hurt.

Question 258

Is he dead?

Question 259

That is a question I keep asking myself.

Question 260

It will take time for me to trust you.

Question 261

I don not give my trust easily.

Question 262

The prisoners were brutally tortured.

Answer 262

شکنجه شدن

Question 263

You treated me with utter contempt.

Answer 263

1. a feeling that someone or something is not important and deserves no respect

Question 264

Farmers are few and in great demand.

Question 265

Help

Question 266

We’re off to gym .

Question 267

There are so many.

Question 268

I have never heard of such a thing before.

Question 269

My standards are high
So are mine .

Question 270

You had betrayed your parents’ trust.

Question 271

I was angry with him for trying to delude me.

Answer 271

Synonym : deceive
فریب دادن

Question 272

He shot him in self defence.

Question 273

I spared your life .

Question 274

It is an illusion that the Arctic is dark in winter.

Answer 274

idea or opinion that is wrong,

Question 275

I admired the patriotism which prevailed among the young generation in Iran .

Answer 275

. if a belief, custom, situation etc prevails, it exists among a group of people at a certain time

Question 276

Hello

Question 277

How dare you argue with me ?

Question 278

What are we waiting for?

Question 279

Stop making me laugh

Question 280

Receive payment

Question 281

Worship god

Question 282

Your reputation goes ahead of you .

Question 283

What can I do for you in return?

Question 284

I am who I am and I won’t change

Question 285

They granted my every desire.

Question 286

Let me think on it, and then I’ll give you my decision.

Question 287

Do you really know me so little?

Question 288

I don’t care what people think .

Question 289

We are on our way to see you .

Question 290

What were you supposed to do ?

Question 291

You haven’t eaten in 3 days .

Question 292

It is the greatest privilege and honour to be seated beside you.

Question 293

You relish a fight .

Question 294

You insult and humiliate me .

Question 295

Get the fuck out of here

Question 296

There is no shame in that .

Question 297

Tie your shoes.

Question 298

My battery is dying.

Answer 298

شارژم داره تموم میشه

Question 299

Your shoes are untied

Question 300

Can I get by ?

Answer 300

میشه رد شم ؟!

Question 301

Even Zahra got married. Who saw that coming ?

Answer 301

کی فکرشو می‌کرد

I saw that coming .
انتظارشو داشتم

Question 302

Who asked you ?

Answer 302

کی از تو پرسید 🫤

Question 303

Am I catching you at a bad time?

Answer 303

Did I catch you at a bad time?

Question 304

I’m on my period .

Question 305

Don’t take it to heart .

Question 306

Take out the garbage.

Question 307

Put out the cigarette.

Question 308

I’m used to it .

Answer 308

عادت کردم .

Question 309

Chop - chop

Answer 309

بجنب

Question 310

Let me off here .

Drop me here .

Answer 310

اینجا پیاده میشوم .

Thanks for ride.

Question 311

I am as I am

Answer 311

همینم ک هستم

Question 312

Get the hell out

Answer 312

گورتو گم کن

Question 313

Take it or leave it .

Answer 313

میخوای بخواه میخوای نخواه

Question 314

Button up .

Answer 314

دکمه هاتو ببند

Question 315

I’m exhausted.

Answer 315

I’m tired

Question 316

He left me on read.

Answer 316

سین کرد و جواب نداد

Question 317

I don’t feel like it .

Answer 317

حسش نیست

Question 318

Stop rushing me .

Answer 318

هولم نکن

Question 319

Bon appetit

Answer 319

نوش جان

Question 320

Ignore him

Answer 320

محلش نزار

Question 321

I wanna step up

Answer 321

میخوام پا پیش بزارم

Question 322

Since when

Answer 322

از کی تا حالا

Question 323

No idea

Answer 323

No clue

Question 324

Hold on

Answer 324

Wait

Question 325

Do the laundry

Question 326

Do a favour

Question 327

Break a leg

Answer 327

Good luck

Question 328

I leave for Calgary tonight.

Question 329

What do you wanna to be when you grow up ?

Question 330

Very big news

Question 331

I got to go get some rest .

Question 332

I need a good night’s sleep .

Question 333

They got no idea what’s coming .

Question 334

I didn’t mean to scare you .

Question 335

I was just trying out this new invention of mine .

Question 336

I feel like I’m talking too loud .

Question 337

Who the heck is that ?

Question 338

Stop pulling my leg !

Answer 338

سر ب سرم نزار

Are you pulling on my legs ?

Question 339

I need to learn how to cope without you .

Question 340

You shouldn’t let a good man like that slip through your fingers!

Answer 340

از دستت بره

Question 341

I’m watering the plants.

Answer 341

آب میدم ب گلا

Question 342

I’m folding the clothes .

Answer 342

رختا رو تا می‌کنم

Question 343

I’m dusting .

Question 344

Keep me in the loop.

Answer 344

Update about sth

Question 345

I think we have to drill down into this .

Answer 345

Explore in more depth .

Question 346

I don’t think we’re a good match for each other .

Question 347

Let’s wrap up the meeting

Answer 347

Finish

Question 348

You need to think outside the box.

Answer 348

To go beyond anormal idea .

Question 349

Is this taxi free at the moment?

Can I take this taxi ?

Question 350

I go to gym every other day .

Answer 350

یه روز در میان میرم جیم

Question 351

If this plan fails, I’ll have egg on my face .

Answer 351

I feel embarrassed

Question 352

I’d like to get my bag out from the overhead bin .

Answer 352

در هواپیما

Question 353

I’m in the line and you are cutting in the line .

Question 354

The line starts back there

Answer 354

صف از اونجا شروع میشه

Question 355

They are a little tight around the toes .

Answer 355

They’ll break in within a couple of days .

Loosen up a little bit

جا باز میکنه کفشا

Question 356

Are you for dine-in or take out ?

Question 357

Dressing on the side

Answer 357

رفتی رستوران سالاد سفارش دادی. نمیخوای. سس رو بزنه روش و کنارش جدا بیاره

Question 358

My fork dropped .

Can I get a new one ?

Question 359

Why are you looking at me like that ?

Question 360

I’m gonna make a sandwich.
Do you want one ?