How to say

At a railway station – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.
– When does the London train leave, please?
– 9.25, Platform 3.
– What time does it reach London?
– You should be there at 11.31, but you may be a bit late.
– Do I have to change?
– Yes, you change at Lewis and East Croydon.
2.
– Which train do I take for Victoria, please?
– 9.28. This end of Platform 2.
– When does it get in?
– It gets there at 11.34.
– Must I change?
– No, it’s a through train.
3.
– Which platform for London Bridge, please?
– 9.27 from Platform 1.
– What time does it arrive?
It takes roughly two hours. So, you’ll arrive just before 11.30.
Is it necessary to change?
No, there’s no need to change.

4.

What time’s the next train to Victoria, please?
9.26, Platform 4. Right up at the front.
When do we get there?
It’s due in at 11.35, but they’re running late today.
Need I change trains?
Yes, change at East Croydon.

 

Booking airline ticket – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

– I want to fly to Geneva on or about the first.

– I’ll just see what there is.

– I want to go economy and I’d prefer the morning.

– Lufthansa Flight LH 203 leaves at 9.20.

– What time do I have to be there?

– The coach leaves for the airport at 8.15.

2. – I’d like to book a flight to Munich for Monday the tenth.

– I’ll have a look in the time-table for you.

– I’ll need an economy class open return.

– KLM have got a DC-9 leaving at 9.25.

– What else ought I to know?

– The latest time of reporting is 8.35 at the airport.

3. – What flights are there from London to Vienna tomorrow?

– If you’d like to take a seat, I’ll find out for you.

– I’d like to travel first class, please.

– BEA flight BE 502 takes off from Heathrow at 9.25 and flies direct.

– What time have I got to get there?

– You’ll have to be at West London Air Terminal by 8.10 at the latest.

4.- Are there any planes to Zurich on Sunday?

– If you’ll excuse me for a second, I’ll check.

– By the way, I don’t want a night flight.

– There’s a plane at 9.20.

– When am I supposed to check in?

– You must be at the airport before 8.35.

Introduction and opening conversation gambits – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

A Wendy, I’d like you to meet my brother, Sam.
B How do you do?
A How do you do?
B What do you think of life in England?
A I’m still feeling pretty homesick.
B It’s bound to be strange at first.

2.

A Mrs. Hughes, this is Peter Brown.
B How do you do?
A How do you do?
B How do you find things over here?
A If it wasn’t for the climate, I’d like it very much.
B It won’t take you long to settle down.

3.

A Mother, this is Joe’s brother, David.
B How do you do?
A How do you do?
B How do you like London?
A It’s quite different from what I expected.
B Don’t worry, you’ll soon get used to it.
4.

A Mrs. Stacey, I’d like to introduce my Greek friend, Milos.
B How do you do?
A How do you do?
B What are your first impressions of England?
A Of course, it’s much colder here than it is at home.
B Never mind, you’ll be all right in a week or two.

 

Complaining– Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

A              I wish you wouldn’t have your TV so loud.

B              Sorry! Were you trying to sleep?

A              Yes, and while I think of it, please ask when you borrow the iron.

B              I really ought to have known better. Sorry!

 

2.

A              Do you think you could keep the noise down a bit?

B              Sorry! Have I been keeping you awake?

A              Yes, and another thing, would you mind not using my toothpaste?

B              I’m sorry. I thought you didn’t mind.

 

3.

A              That radio’s terribly loud. Could you turn it down a fraction?

B              Sorry! Is it disturbing you?.

A              Yes, and something else, wouldn’t it be an idea to buy your own soap?

B              Sorry! I didn’t realise you felt so strongly about it.

 

4.

A              Do you have to have that music on quite so loud?

B              Sorry! Is it bothering you?

A              Yes, and while I’m about it, please don’t use the phone without asking.

B              So sorry! I meant to ask you, but you were out.

Police registration  – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

I’ve come along to register with you.

Has your passport been up to the Home Office

Yes, they granted me three months

I’d like your address in this country, please.

2.

I was told to report to the Aliens’ Officer.

Has your permission to stay been extended

Yes, I’m all right until July.

I shall have to see your work permit as well, please.

3.

I’ve come to see you about my registration

Has the school sent your passport up to London?

Yes, I’ve got until the end of the year.

Then I’ll need two photographs, and the registration fee, please.

4.

I undderstand I’m supposed to register.

Has your employer arranged for an extensiion?

Yes, I’ve been given three months.

Can I see your registration book , please.