How to say

Asking about health – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

How’s your father keeping?

He’s been off work for a day or two.

What’s wrong with him?

He’s gone down with a cold.

Tell him I hope he soon feels better.

That’s very kind of you. I’ll pass it on.

2.

Where’s Tony this evening?

He’s not feeling very well.

Really? What’s the trouble?

I think he must have eaten something.

Give him my regards and tell him to take it things easy.

Thank you very much. I’ll tell him what you said.

3.

How’s your brother these days?

He hasn’t been too well just recently.

I’m sorry to hear that. What’s the matter?

I think he’s been over working.

I hope he soon gets over it.

Thank you. He’ll be pleased to hear you asked after him.

4.

I haven’t seen Bob lately. How is he?

As a matter of fact, he’s laid up.

Oh dear! What’s up with him?

We don’t know, but we’re having the doctor in tomorrow.

Let me know if there’s anything I can do.

Thanks very much. I’ll tell him you inquired about him.

 

 

At a hotel– Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

I wonder whether you have any vacancies for tonight.

Yes, I can offer you Room 24 on the first floor.

How much is it?

£27.50 a night excluding service.

Can I see it, please?

Certainly. Would you take a seat for a moment?

2.

Have you a single room for two nights?

Yes, but only on the top floor.

What price is it?

£34 with service and TV.

Fair enough. Can you show me the room, please?

Of course. Would you like to follow me?

3.

Can I book a double room from now to Friday?

You can have Room 33, overlooking the sea.

What’s the price?

£28.75 not counting the service.

Can I have a look at it, please?

Yes, of course. Come this way.

4.

Have you got a twin bedded room for one night?

I can let you have a room at the back.

What does it cost?

With a private bath, £31, service included.

Can you show me something a little cheaper?

Yes, of course. I won’t keep you a moment.

 

In a post office – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

What’s the postage on these letters to Thailand, please.

I’ll have to check. Do you need anything else?

Yes. A 50p stamp, please.

That’ll be 7.95 in all

2.

Could you tell me how much this parcel to France is?

I think I’d better look that up. Was there anything else?

Yes. A postal order for 1.25 and an air letter form.

7.85 please.

3.

How much is this registered letter to Germany, please?

I’ll just make sure. Anything else?

Yes. Half a dozen air mail labels and a book of stamps.

8.50 exactly, please.

4.

What’s the surcharge and postage on this express letter, please?

I’ll have a look. Did you want anything else?

Yes. While I’m about it, I’ll have a large registered envelope.

That comes to 8.25.

What shall we do this evening – Situational Dialogues – How to say

A.

1.

How would you like to come bowling?

I’m not overly keen, actually.

What about a chinese meal, then?

No, I thought I’d have an evening at home for a change.

2.

Do you fancy a game of tennis?

It’s nice of you to ask, but I don’t think so.

Well, how about coming to see Tony?

No, I honestly can’t afford the time.

3.

Feel like a stroll in the park?

I don’t think I will, thanks all the same.

Come on. A spot of exercise would do us good.

No, if you don’t mind I think I’ll stay in tonight.

4.

Let’s go ice skating.

No, I’m really not in the mood for it this evening.

Then why don’t we just go out for coffee?

No, really. I’ve promised myself an early night.

 

B.

1.

How about coming out for a drink with me this evening?

I’d like that very much. Thank you.

Shall we say round about eight?

Fine. See you then.

2.

Why don’t we go for a drive in the country?

That would be very nice. Thank you.

I’ll pick you up about 7.30.

Right. See you later.

3.

Do you feel like going to the cinema?

That sounds like a good idea. Thank you.

Let’s make it 6.30 at your place.

That’ll be OK by me.

4.

Would you like to come to a party with me tonight?

I’d love to. Thank you very much.

I’ll call round for you after supper.

OK. I’ll be ready.

 

Shoppping – Situational Dialogues – How to say

1.

Are you being served?

No. what have you got in the way of brown suede jackets, size 42?

Sorry, but we’re sold right out.

Are you likely to be getting any more in?

I should think so, yes. If you leave your phone number, I’ll ring you.

2.

Is anybody looking after you?

No. I’m looking for a size 40 V-neck pullover in grey.

The best I can do is a 36.

Could you order me one?

I should imagine so, yes. If you leave your address, I’ll contact you.

3.

Are you being attended to?

No. I’m trying to find a navy blue raincoat, size 42.

I can do the size, but not the colour.

Do you think you could get one for me?

Yes, of course. Look in again Monday week.

4.

Are you being seen to?

No. I’m looking for a pin striped suit with a 34 waist?

I’m afraid I can’t help you at the moment.

Will you be having any more in?

I doubt it, but you might be lucky at our High Street branch.