Oral English 1

skills

polite

request - can, could, man, might "Can I have .., please?"

decline - "That is a good idea. I would like to join in but I have another appointment today."

sorry - "I want to apologise." "I owe you an apology" "my mistake" "I want to apologise for my behavior / to someone" "I sincerely apologise" .. "I take full responsibly ..."

76 Opening Night

You've earned it. (你应得的)

Speaking of promoting book, do I really have to autograph copies (亲笔签名) for the guest at the opening?

It's common practice (这是惯例).

I'm scared to death (紧张,我害怕的要命)

They've stood by me through all this. (整个过程中一直支持我)

If you really mean it (真心话), I'll bring some ...

What are you afraid of? (你害怕什么)

I suppose I've run out of excuses. (沒有借口了)

Make yourself comfortable. (请随便)

Ladies and gentleman, if I may have your attention for a moment, please?

I'd like to thank Harvey for his faith in my project. (有信心)

That sounds very exciting, but where would I fit into the plan? (我在项目中能做些什么)

71 Country Music

We really appreciate your taking care of Max for the weekend.

You have the spirit of a teenager, Susan. (你兴奋的像个孩子)

I wish we had brought Michelle, Harry.
She would have loved it.

It's refreshing for me. (精神振作)

70 Parting Friends

They're getting the assembly hall ready for the graduation ceremony.

I'm sure Alex would be happy with something simple.

It's all right with me. (我没问题)

Am I interrupting you? (打扰你)

Can we talk?

He should have saved some money.

When is your plane reservation for your flight to Athens?

I'll pick you up. (我去接你)

She has no idea that the party is in her honour (in order to celebrate).

If the big party were today, he would tell all his friends about it.

I guess we were thinking the same thought (we thought alike).

67 The Community Center

I really appreciate you coming over to help me with math.

He'll do anything to avoid getting down to math lessons, Mr. Stewart. (逃避)

Charles lived up to his word. (说到做到)

The original plan was tabled because of lack of funds. (搁置)

64 Career Choices

I really understand, Marilyn.

I've been wrestling with the question of whether I go back to work or not. (左思右想)

I'm torn. (难以选择)

I've been meaning to ask you what you are thinking about regarding going back to work (一直想问你)

A Big Fish in a Little Pond

It fits well. It doesn't need any alterations.

Could we ask for anything more (何求)?

My mind isn't. (心不在焉)
What's the matter, Susan?

Does it have anything to do with you and harry? (有关)

When do I have to let you know? (什么时候给你答复)

I am so touched (感动)

She must have (musta) been surprised.

I don't know if I can get a job there. (Can I get a job there?)

I wonder if a move would be a bad thing for her. (Would a move be bad for her?)

58 Quality Time

I wish I had her energy.

I came home a little while ago. (我刚回家一会儿)

46 I Do

Please take your places. (各就各位)

Harry will lift this veil over your head. (掀起你头上的面纱)

44 - Photo Finish

I'm glad you feel you've finally put it all together.

What do you think you're going to do?

I've been through every section with you, Richard. (我和你一起已经检查过每一部分)

I'd like to make an appointment with him.

My name is ..., I'm here to see Mr. Carlson.
This is a crazy morning.

Thank you for seeing me on such short nice.
Let's get right to it. (咱们开门见山吧)

"well, I'd describe it as a book"

I am gald you like it.

you've left out street performance.

you won't be disappointed, Mr. Carlson. Thanks.

43 - Full of surprises

You bet I do (我当然)

How come he never got married? (why?怎么会) That's a good question.

But her heart was with Donald.

You are reading my mind. (你看透了我的心思)

41 - 2nd Honeymoon

I had to work late.

What are the flowers for?

Isn't that too much to ask of your mother?

What do you say? (你说呢)
It does sound tempting. (诱惑)

Do you want to stick it out for the whole weakend? (熬过去)

40 - Playing Games

I know what you mean.

But he ususally manged to squeeze a Sunday in (挤出时间) with Richard, Robbie, and me.

Well, there we are. (就这样了) All set for lunch, Harry. (午餐全准备好了)

It looks inviting. (看这都想吃了)

I really appreciate your doing this for Michelle and her friends.

I am doing it for us.

The girls learned a great deal. (姑娘们学到了很多东西)

You are wonderful with kids. (你对付小孩子又两下子)

37 - A Real stewart

There's nothing more joyous than a arrival of new baby .

Well, children usually resemble their parents.

Michalle is a lot like harry in so many ways.

I won't call that tall.

I take after my mother's family. (我像我妈妈家的人)

Speaking of Mickle ... (说起)

I hope you like it.

That was so thoughtful of you, Michelle. (细心)

You can count on it. (相信)

34 - you're tops

How are things?

You are a terrific guy.

I need your advice on a personal matter, ... What kind of advice are you looking for?

It won't sound like a big deal, but it is.

He gave me the chance to use my talents and made me feel more confident.

I have an idea that may solve the problem for him and help a lot of other people.

I'll pick you up here at seven.

31 - a place of our own

I'd like your opinion.

well, ...

They're all like.

And if I can be of any help, let me know.

There's no need to rush.

It's my pleasure to help you find a house now .

We'd like to find out about the possibilities.

give my best to your parents. Your father's a wonderful doctor. I'll give them your regards.

The bank need to be sure that you can ...

It all sounded so easy until they mentioned needing collateral or

28 - Smell the flowers

You really ought to take some time off

would you exceuse me?

I find myself in an embarrassing situation. I made another lunch date for today and forgot to enter it in my appointment book. Can you and I meet for drinks tomorrow? I'd really appreciate it .

Can I help you with the lemonade?

I had a really nice time. So did I.

Ask Paul to fill in for me(代替).

25 - It's up to you

It turns out he's a classmate of philip's

he's agreed to fit you into his schedule.

I want you to know something, son. I am very proud of you .

Is there something still wrong, robbie?

I can't wait to see my old pal ...

I came to that conclusion (我意识到了).

well, how're you been (过的怎么样), philip?

so why don't we get right to work?

you seem to have some reservations.

He was very impressed with you.

21 - You are going to be fine

I need to fit a fourth operation into his schedule. And ... I know you can do it.

Let me try to work something out .

19 - Man's Best Friend

make yourself at home

18 - thanksgiving

17

Does the name Harvey Carlson rings a bell (听着耳熟)?

Now that (since) you come, why don't you stay?

I'd like to make an appointment with him.

set up an appointment

what do u think you're gonna do?

Mr. Carlson will be with you shortly. (will see u)

he's ready for you (is ready to see you).

I'm here to see Mr. Carlson .

this is a crasy/wild/busy morning .

Thank you for seeing me on such short notice (without much time to prepare).

i'm glad you like it.

You won't be disappointed.
Do u mean what you say? I say what I mean (算数) .

16

what's this for? Just because (/no reason)

I have to work late.

If you had your choice of all the
where would you choose to spend ...?

Isn't that too much to ask of your mother?

That sounds tempting (interesting).

we've earned it. (我们该这样做)

we'd like to make a reservation for this wekend.

what's the daily rate (房费)?

It is for me but I wanted this weekend to be special for you.

It's exactly as it was .
The house is exactly the same as it was 20y ago.

Would a professional photographer be without a picture?

I took the liberty of ordering some breakfast for you. (自作主张)

The book was presented to me with the author's compliments. (免费赠送)

15

how can I thank all of you?
I'm very grateful.

I probably mean ...

did it spoil your fun?

14

first ... next ... after that ... later on ... finally ...

13

Can I help ?
maybe we can spend some time together next weekend

how's work?
The usual problems you're working pretty hard these days

10

I'd like to come to the ten o'clock advanced class

09

I'm ready grandpa you name the day

This one really bring back memoreis

I can't wait to see her

Family Album USA

08

Let me help you with this

ok,lady, take your time

It's too early to know for sure, I am pretty independent

Discussion language and strategies

Discussion

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Asking a favor

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