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You Never Know |
Meaning/Usage: Expressing that the unlikely could happen Explanation: This is short for
"You never ... |
| 2 |
Worry - Worried about Family |
Listen to the Entire LessonParents worry a lot about their kids.
And if you have a mom or dad that ... |
| 3 |
Big Deal |
Meaning/Usage: Something really important.
Often times used with
"no" to express that the event is... |
| 4 |
Just Name It |
Meaning/Usage: Used to express that you are offering to do or give anything the other person asks Ex... |
| 5 |
How would your mother describe you |
"How would your mother describe you?"
You can use more personal words here because your mother know... |
| 6 |
No matter what… |
I.EXAMPLES:
No matter what he says, don’t believe him.
No matter how you do it, it will be wrong.
... |
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Afraid or Scared |
Listen to the Entire LessonSome people really don't get scared that much.
Others get scared all the... |
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Youre supposed to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'You're' is a contraction of the words 'you are.' When using 'You're' wit... |
| 9 |
Software |
Listen to the Entire LessonDifferent companies use different software programs.
For example, a tax ... |
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How long do you plan on staying with this company |
"How long do you plan on staying with this company?"
This question is usually asked to the people w... |
| 11 |
Golf - Talking on the Course |
Listen to the Entire LessonOn the course, here are some common sentences you can use when playing wi... |
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Are you an organized person |
"Are you an organized person?"
You can think that this question is stupid. Actually, I do. Everyone... |
| 13 |
What can I do for…？ |
I.EXAMPLES:
What can I do for you?
What can I do to cheer her up?
What can I do to make him sat... |
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Lets not + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe word 'let's' is formed from the words 'let us.' Here you are requesti... |
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Dating Part - Asking for a Date |
Listen to the Entire LessonIn the previous section, we covered talking to someone before getting a d... |
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What do you do when there are too many things to do |
"What do you do when there are too many things to do?"
When someone is busy, it is important to tak... |
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A friend |
Who’s your best friend?
Who’s your best friend?It’s Jenny.She’s my best friend.What does she look l... |
| 18 |
Thanks to… |
-> similar meaning with “Because of” , express gratitude being due to someone or something; with the... |
| 19 |
Redirecting |
Listen to the Entire LessonReceiving a Call
"I believe Joe Carry in marketing can help you with tha... |
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Rumor has it that + (subject + verb) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'Rumor has it' is an expression used when suggesting you might have heard... |
| 21 |
Baseball |
Listen to the Entire LessonBaseball is one the biggest sports in America.
It's also popular in many... |
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Im thinking of + (verb-ing) |
Listen to the Entire Lesson'Thinking' refers to a process of thought, forming an opinion or judgment... |
| 23 |
College Partying - Questions |
Listen to the Entire LessonIf you are new to these types of partying, you can ask questions about wh... |
| 24 |
Holiday |
Where did you go for holiday?
Where did you go for holiday?Last year I went to Singapore, a Southea... |
| 25 |
I promise not to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen using the word 'promise' you are giving your word that what you are ... |
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In your previous position, how much time did you spend ... |
"In your previous position, how much time did you spend on the phone?"
"In your previous position, ... |
| 27 |
It’s your turn… |
-> you’re on next .
Someone’s turn is the time when they can or must do something, because they are... |
| 28 |
What could you have done to improve your relationship with a manager you didnt like |
"What could you have done to improve your relationship with a manager you didn't like?"
This questi... |
| 29 |
Drinking - Ordering Drinks |
Listen to the Entire LessonI'll cover ordering drinks in a restaurant in the 'Restaurant' section.
... |
| 30 |
Help yourself to… |
I.EXAMPLES:
Make yourself at home.
Help yourself to some fish.
Help yourself to the refrigerato... |
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Since When |
Meaning/Usage: Asking from when Explanation: This one is a little difficult to explain.
It is usual... |
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Talking to the Boss |
Listen to the Entire LessonUnless you are the owner of the company, you will have a boss.
This less... |
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Asking for more work |
Listen to the Entire LessonMost companies will have so much work that you will never run out of thin... |
| 34 |
Sports in General - Softball |
Listen to the Entire LessonSoftball
"I play on a men's softball league. It's underhand pitch and mo... |
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Excited - General Sentences |
Listen to the Entire LessonBeing excited is another positive emotion.
I'm sure everyone knows what ... |
| 36 |
Talking to your Subordinate or Direct |
Listen to the Entire LessonIf you are a manager, then you will more likely have someone reporting to... |
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Good Luck |
Meaning/Usage: Wishing someone well.
Also can mean that it is not possible.
Explanation: The liter... |
| 38 |
Thats easier said than done |
Meaning/Usage: This is used when something is easy to say but very hard to do.
Explanation: This ph... |
| 39 |
Do you like to work by yourself or with others |
"Do you like to work by yourself or with others?"
Even if you have a strong preference to work alon... |
| 40 |
What is the most recent movie you saw |
"What is the most recent movie you saw?"
You can either answer by using a similar answer to the rec... |
| 41 |
Tell me about a time you aimed too low. |
"Tell me about a time you aimed too low."
I have never been in sales, but the example answer I want... |
| 42 |
I Couldnt Agree With You More |
Meaning/Usage: To completely agree with someone Explanation: This is the highest level of agreeing w... |
| 43 |
What would you do if… |
I.EXAMPLES:
What would you do if you were me?
What would you do if you were in my shoes?
What w... |
| 44 |
Yesterday - The Past - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"What did you do last night?"
B: "I met some friends and... |
| 45 |
Checking In and Checking Out |
Listen to the Entire LessonChecking in is pretty simple, you just need to go to the counter and say ... |
| 46 |
University Life - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hi. My name is Mark."
B: "Mark? I'm Bill. Glad to meet ... |
| 47 |
Talking to Strangers - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"It's a nice day."
B: "Yes. It is a beautiful day."
A: ... |
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Do you like |
Listen to the Entire LessonWith this question you are asking someone what they prefer or enjoy.Here ... |
| 49 |
Come On |
Meaning/Usage: Urging someone; also used to try and speed things up Explanation: There are many def... |
| 50 |
I have + (past participle) |
Listen to the Entire LessonAgain, 'I have' shows possession or something acquired.
By adding a past... |
| 51 |
Sleep Tight |
Meaning/Usage: Get a good nights sleep Explanation: Comes from the saying,
"Good night, sleep tight... |
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Examinations - Finding Information |
Listen to the Entire LessonHaving a lot of information about tests can help prepare for exams.
The ... |
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Restaurant |
How often do you eat out?
How often do you eat out?Who do you go with?I often eat out on weekends, ... |
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Bored - Boring Work |
Listen to the Entire LessonA different situation you can tell someone you are bored is when you are ... |
| 55 |
What do you do when there is no work to do |
"What do you do when there is no work to do?"
The interviewer wants to find out what type of person... |
| 56 |
I have no idea… |
I.EXAMPLES:
I had no idea that she was a thief.
He has no idea how to operate these machines.
I... |
| 57 |
He is not only… but also… |
I.EXAMPLES:
He is not only humorous, but also patient.
He is not only a good leader, but also an e... |
| 58 |
Dating - Asking for Second Date |
Listen to the Entire LessonAnother way to get another date is by suggesting another restaurant.
Jan... |
| 59 |
How come… |
I.EXAMPLES:
You forgot to bring your homework again.
How come?
How come your little sister is s... |
| 60 |
I feel like + (verb-ing) |
Listen to the Entire LessonHere you are expressing to someone something you would enjoy doing.Here a... |
| 61 |
Stress - School |
Listen to the Entire LessonUnfortunately, stress is a common emotion that we all experience.
Most o... |
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I didnt mean to + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe word 'didn't' is a contraction of the words 'did not'.
When using it... |
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Dont sweat it |
Meaning/Usage: To tell someone not to worry Explanation: When people worry a lot, they can sweat.
T... |
| 64 |
Stress - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hi Jackie. You don't look too well. What's going on?"
B... |
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What’s the use of… |
->used for saying that something is not likely to have a successful result, and so there is no point... |
| 66 |
Football |
Listen to the Entire LessonFootball is referred to as soccer in most countries, but in America, foot... |
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Ive heard that + (subject + verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonYou are letting someone know that you are aware of something or that you ... |
| 68 |
Body Parts - Leg and Head Area |
Listen to the Entire LessonThe leg area
"I went jogging yesterday so my legs are all sore."
"Your ... |
| 69 |
Out of this world |
Meaning/Usage: Amazing Explanation: When something is of this world, it is not normal.
This phrase ... |
| 70 |
Leaving Messages |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen you call someone and they are not there, you have to leave a message... |
| 71 |
By the way… |
I.EXAMPLES:
By the way, is there a bathroom in the apartment?
By the way, do you have any change... |
| 72 |
Roommate - Dormitory |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhile in school it is common to have a roommate when you are in the dormi... |
| 73 |
Married Life - Talking about a Friend |
Listen to the Entire LessonTalking about a friends marriageThere are some terminologies used when a ... |
| 74 |
If you dont understand your assignment and you cant reach your boss, what would you do |
"If you don't understand your assignment and you can't reach your boss, what would you do?"
This qu... |
| 75 |
If I were you, I would + (verb) |
Listen to the Entire LessonHere you are giving an example of what decision YOU would do given the ci... |
| 76 |
Smoking - Quitting and General Statements |
Listen to the Entire LessonIf you are in a hotel getting a room, the clerk might ask you,
"Would yo... |
| 77 |
Shame on You |
Meaning/Usage: Used to tell someone that they did something wrong Explanation: Having
"shame" is ve... |
| 78 |
I’ve had enough of… |
I.EXAMPLES:
I’ve had enough of her continual chatter.
I’ve had enough of your complaining.
Have... |
| 79 |
General Statements |
Listen to the Entire Lesson
"I have to go. I have a meeting I'm late for."
"I have to go to a meet... |
| 80 |
Smoking - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"Hey Bobby. What's going on?"
B: "Just taking a smoke br... |
| 81 |
Books |
How often do you read books?
How often do you read books?I read books almost every night before I g... |
| 82 |
Roommate - Apartment |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen people live in an apartment, it is usually among friends.
So there'... |
| 83 |
Poker - Terminologies |
Listen to the Entire LessonPoker is a fun activity among your friends.
Poker is also something a pe... |
| 84 |
Thank you for |
Listen to the Entire LessonSaying 'thank you' is telling someone you appreciate what they have done.... |
| 85 |
What do you do when a worker is giving the team more problems than helping |
"What do you do when a worker is giving the team more problems than helping?"
If you have a lot of ... |
| 86 |
What I’m trying to say is… |
I.EXAMPLES:
What I’m trying to say is that he is a good husband.
What I’m trying to say is that ... |
| 87 |
Being Worried - Talking to a Worried Person |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhen someone is worried, here are some sentences you might need to say.
... |
| 88 |
Over ones head |
Meaning/Usage: When something is mentally too difficult to understand.
Explanation: To understand s... |
| 89 |
Performance Review - Interactive Practice |
1Listen All | Person A | Person BA:
"It's that time of year again."
B: "Yeah. I always get n... |
| 90 |
University Life - Questions and Answers |
Listen to the Entire Lesson
"What high school did you attend?"
Before we answer this question, kee... |
| 91 |
Habits and Health |
Listen to the Entire LessonHabits and heath are popular topics with almost everyone.
From listening... |
| 92 |
At The Grocery |
Listen to the Entire LessonWhile at the grocery you could be asked by workers a variety of questions... |
| 93 |
If you could learn something such as a new skill, what would it be |
"If you could learn something such as a new skill, what would it be?"
"What's the next thing you wa... |
| 94 |
Im On My Way |
Meaning/Usage: Common way of telling someone that you are going to the person.
Explanation: This is... |
| 95 |
During the Meeting |
Listen to the Entire LessonIf you have to talk in a meeting, there are three general reasons.
You m... |
| 96 |
Exercise Gym - Other Methods |
Listen to the Entire LessonOther ways to work out in a health clubMany people lift weights in the he... |
| 97 |
Keep Your Cool |
Meaning/Usage: To act normal Explanation:
"Cool" is described as composure and the absence of excit... |
| 98 |
A museum |
What type of museum is popular in your country?
What type of museum is popular in your country?Ther... |
| 99 |
I should have + (past participle) |
Listen to the Entire LessonShould' is the past tense of the word 'shall.' When using the words 'shou... |
| 100 |
I would rather… than… |
->express a preference when making a choice
I.EXAMPLES:
->express a preference when making a choic... |