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train_2901 | Letty: Let's see if we can reach some sort of agreement over your curfew.
Sylvester: Ok, every one asks their parents let them stay out until 2 or 3 in the morning.
Letty: Well, I'm not everyone-else's father. I think you need be in the house by ten o'clock.
Sylvester: That's absurd. I know some junior high kids who ca... | Sylvester wants to put off the curfew Letty made. Letty worries about Sylvester if Sylvester stays out late. |
train_2902 | Janene: I was told that your company had been in the furniture industry for many years. What kinds of products do you generally handle?
Sergio: We mostly handle office furniture. We supply first-class furniture. Here are our catalogue and the pattern books. You can see the material is superior and with all the latest s... | Janene wants to furnish their new office building. Sergio promotes their furniture to Janene. Janene gives Sergio a list of what they need. Sergio will let Janene have the offer next Wednesday. |
train_2903 | Kali: Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I help you?
Julianne Horton: Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I'm calling to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal.
Kali: Certainly, what day were you thinking of?
Julianne Horton: How's Thursday? Does she have any time available then?
Kali: Um. . . let me double check. . . ... | Julianne Horton from Merton Financial Advisors calls Kali to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal but they cannot schedule the time. |
train_2904 | Adolfo: How many pieces of luggage do you want to check, sir?
Micah: I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board.
Adolfo: Ok. Is this your luggage properly labelled, sir?
Micah: Yes, it is.
Adolfo: Ok. Would you please put all your luggage on the scales?
Micah: Sure. How about t... | Adolfo assists Micah to check three pieces of luggage. Micah has to pay 250 yuan for excess baggage. |
train_2905 | Orel: Well, Yuri, tell me about it.
Yuri: I'm sorry I can't bring better news, sir. The site is a disaster.
Orel: That's what I was afraid of.
Yuri: It is not only the earthquake, sir. But the mudslides. Much of the north half of the site has been covered over by mud.
Orel: Mud? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides... | Yuri briefs the situation of the site to Orel after the earthquake. There was a little mudslide, which was not reported, right above their site. Orel wants an estimate of damages from Ivan as soon as possible. But Yuri doesn't recommend sending Ivan now because there is a fight with revolutionaries which is not reporte... |
train_2906 | Matty: Next, please.
Andi: Yes,how much does a ticket to New York cost?
Matty: $30.50.
Andi: That's really expensive. Are there any other trains going to New York?
Matty: Well, there's the late train that arrives in New York at midnight and then continues on to Boston the next morning.
Andi: How much is that?
Matty: Th... | Andi buys a ticket for a late train that arrives in New York at midnight for $22. |
train_2907 | Jodi: Hi and welcome to our new show, Exotic Animal Kingdom, a program geared toward introducing animals to the young and old. In today's show, our young, but experienced, guest will introduce us to the fantastic world of bearded dragons. Welcome, Joshua. [Thank you very much.] Now, Joshua, I must admit that a bearded ... | Jodi welcomes Joshua to the Exotic Animal Kingdom show. Bearded dragons originated from the deserts of Australia, and this is one of several species that survived in that climate. Joshua tells the audience that raising bearded dragons needs to prepare some kind of enclosure, a full spectrum fluorescent light bulb and a... |
train_2908 | Melamie: Have we agreed where we're going to meet John on Sunday?
Connolly: Well, I talked to the others and nobody seemed to have any idea where they wanted to go.
Melamie: I thought we were going to that restaurant.., what was it?
Connolly: ... the McDonald's at the end of Beijing Road--I suggested it a long time ago... | Melamie and Connolly agree to meet John at a McDonald's. Melamie will phone the others. |
train_2909 | Dory: When you write a novel, do you know where you're going, Dr. James?
Dr. James: Yes, you must, really, if you're writing the classical detective story, because it must be so carefully plotted and so carefully clued. I have schemes. I have charts. I have diagrams. It doesn't mean to say I always get it right, but I ... | Dr. James tells Dory that he plans before he begins writing and he needs to be completely alone, but he doesn't mind where he is. He thinks that creative writing is a process of revelation. He agrees that there's a bit of ice at the heart of every writer. |
train_2910 | Tony: Jenny, I've heard you want to be a reporter.
Jenny: Yes. I do. Tony, you've been an editor at The Readers' Digest for years - could you introduce me to any reporters in your company?
Tony: Sure. I'll introduce you to Henry. He reports on a number of topics,so he can give you advice on how to deal with a variety o... | Jenny wants to be a reporter. Tony will introduce Jenny to Henry, Sam, and David, who are reporters from The Readers' Digest. |
train_2911 | Elbert: I'd like a room for tonight, please?
Brandise: Single or double?
Elbert: Single.
Brandise: Do you have a reservation?
Elbert: No, I don't.
Brandise: Okay, we still have some rooms available.
Elbert: I'd like a private bath, if possible.
Brandise: All right. Room 128.
Elbert: What's the price of the room?
Brandi... | Brandise helps Elbert have a single room with a private bath for tonight. |
train_2912 | Jemmy: Hey, Louise, where can I get some lunch around here?
Louise: There are several places. What would you like to eat?
Jemmy: I'd really like a cheeseburger and some French fries.
Louise: Well, there's a coffee shop on the next corner. It serves good food.
Jemmy: OK. I'll try it. Can I get you something?
Louise: No,... | Jemmy wants to get some lunch. Louise recommends a coffee shop and they will go there together. |
train_2913 | Bria: Have you seen my school bag, Mom? I've been looking for it everywhere.
Mom: I hope you didn't leave it in school. You never know where you put your things. When did you last see it?
Bria: Last night before I went to bed, I think. I remember putting it on the desk.
Mom: Really? If you put it there, it should still... | Bria cannot find Bria's school bag. Mom asks Bria that when Bria last saw the school bag. Then Mom finds it under the blanket. |
train_2914 | Oran: I'm sorry I was late for class today, Dr. Simpson.
Dr. Simpson: Well, I'll let it go this time. But you saw it disturbed the rest of the class.
Oran: Yes, I realized that. I won't let it happen again. | Dr. Simpson promises Dr. Simpson won't be late for class. |
train_2915 | Lilla: It's nice and quiet here, away from the dust and noise of city. And our apartments are new and well-furnished.
Eleanora: It's a good place except it is a bit far from the place where we work. Anyway, I'll talk with my husband tonight and give you a call tomorrow. | Lilla promotes their apartments. Eleanora will discuss with Eleanora's husband. |
train_2916 | Jessalyn: Why you don't like going to the cinema?
Kimmy: Well, there are too many problems. For example, when a film is popular, the cinema is rather crowded.
Jessalyn: Is that all?
Kimmy: No, the worst is the people - children running up and down, people chatting endlessly, and so on. So, I'd rather stay home and wait... | Kimmy prefers watching films at home rather than the cinema because of the crowdedness and annoying people. Jessalyn is the opposite. |
train_2917 | Llewellyn: Want to meet for lunch this Saturday?
Lynnett: Sorry, I can't. I am busy.
Llewellyn: What are you doing?
Lynnett: I always do volunteer work on the first Saturday of every month.
Llewellyn: What kind of volunteer work?
Lynnett: I help out at the children's hospital. I help plan activities.
Llewellyn: O... | Lynnett cannot meet Llewellyn this Saturday because Lynnett volunteers at the children's hospital. |
train_2918 | Ramesh: I've never seen such a mess!
Leighton: All our precious possessions. I just don't care any more.
Ramesh: Yes, but we ought to do something.
Leighton: When I think of it! ! That man!
Ramesh: If I could lay my hands on him!
Leighton: I'd roast him over a slow fire. I'd . . . !
Jordain: Good morning. You'd w... | Ramesh and Leighton have been robbed and they thought Jordain had done it. But Jordain doesn't know what happened and greets them. |
train_2919 | Norris: Bob! Your eyes look bloodshot. Did you not sleep well?
Bob: I had a drop too much last night. I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine. And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table.
Norris: you have it right. Alcohol is a medium for... | Bob drank too much last night. Norris tells him that alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China, the host might think Bob refuses to give him face if Bob refuses to drink. Bob will demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort. |
train_2920 | Vivian: I can't give you a tour now I'm afraid. I have to stay here at the help desk since all the other librarians are very busy now. But I can show you a few places in the library here on this map.
Ina: That would be helpful.
Vivian: OK. So we are here at the help desk, next to the service desk, where you go to borro... | Vivian shows a few places in the library to Ina on a map. Vivian reminds Ina to switch off the mobile phone in the quiet room. Vivian tells Ina where to find books for the geography course. |
train_2921 | Mary: Hey Mike, good to have you back. You look exhausted.
Mike: Hi, Mary. Yeah. I'm totally beat. I can barely keep my eyes open.
Mary: Was it a rough trip?
Mike: Well, it was actually pretty productive. But all the flying really got to me.
Mary: Oh, jet lag.
Mike: Yep. I flew from Beijing to Boston for a meeting and ... | Mike tells Mary that all the flying makes him exhausted and it is very hard to get used to the difference between different time zones. Mary suggests that Mike gets some rest. |
train_2922 | Theodosia: I have been having a lot of trouble managing my time. I always forget my test and homework, due dates and I can never find the right notes I need. I heard that you're really organized. Do you think you could help me?
Anabel: Sure, I'd be happy to help. First of all, you need to get a planner, like this one. ... | Theodosia always forgets the test and homework. Anabel advises Theodosia to get a planner to write down the important dates and create a system to organize the notes. |
train_2923 | Tarrah: Oh, when is your flight to Athens?
Tandi: Sunday. Why?
Tarrah: Would you be able to come over on Saturday night?
Tandi: Yes, I should have finished packing by then.
Tarrah: My friends will give me a graduation party.
Tandi: Terrific.
Tarrah: I'll pick you up.
Tandi: That isn't necessary.
Tarrah: My dad will let... | Tandi will fly to Athens on Sunday and Tarrah invites Tandi to come to Tarrah's graduation party on Saturday night. They will miss each other. |
train_2924 | Orrin: Dear, have you bought the drinks for the children?
Didi: I'm going to the post office later. I'll go to the supermarket on the way home and get some. I don't think we need anything else, do we?
Orrin: Well, I'm not sure we have enough food. You know my cousins always eat everything when they come round?
Didi: Th... | Orrin reminds Didi to buy some drinks for the children. Orrin suggests Didi start doing the housework and Orrin will start cooking. Didi reminds Orrin to collect Didi's mom. |
train_2925 | Winonah: Lydia, have you ever been to China?
Lydia: Yes, I went to Beijing a few years ago. I attended university there for a year and then returned to Liverpool. So are you in university now?
Winonah: No. I just graduated from high school.
Lydia: Are you planning on going to university?
Winonah: Yes, my dream is to ge... | Lydia tells Lydia that she attended a university in Beijing and then returned to Liverpool. Winonah has been accepted into Leeds University and Manchester University. Lydia thinks Winonah should apply for a scholarship to both Universities and go to the one offering a scholarship. |
train_2926 | Gerladina: Good morning. Can I help you?
Sheila-Kathryn: Yes, please. I'd like to book a holiday.
Gerladina: Florida is very popular, you can do lots of things there.
Sheila-Kathryn: Isn't it very busy in summer?
Gerladina: It is all year, but there are lots of hotels.
Sheila-Kathryn: I'm not sure.
Gerladina: Well, wha... | Gerladina assists Sheila-Kathryn book a holiday. Sheila-Kathryn thinks Florida is busy, Gerladina then suggests Sardinia. Sheila-Kathryn will talk to Sheila-Kathryn's friend. |
train_2927 | Jerrie: What are you guys doing?
Natty: Can't you see? We're making paper airplanes.
Jerrie: Yeah, I see that, but what are you doing with them?
Natty: We're flying them, of course.
Jerrie: Out of the window?
Natty: Yeah.
Jerrie: That isn't right. You shouldn't throw paper out of the window near the land on the street ... | Natty tells Jerrie they are making paper airplanes to send them on to the roof of the building across the street. Jerrie thinks they will be in trouble. |
train_2928 | Tom: Nice to see you Alice, come in, please.
Alice: Thank you Tom, but I am afraid not now, I come only to return the book borrowed from you.
Tom: Wonderful I've been waiting for you a long time and longing to know, what you think of it?
Alice: It is very interesting and I've learned a lot from it.
Tom: Well, so it is ... | Alice comes to return the book to Tom. Tom wants to talk with her but Alice has to go. |
train_2929 | Spiros: What seems to be the matter?
Abagail: I just can't sleep well, doctor.
Spiros: I see. And how long have you had this problem?
Abagail: Oh, for about 2 weeks now.
Spiros: 2 weeks? Do you have headaches?
Abagail: Sometimes.
Spiros: Fever?
Abagail: No.
Spiros: Are you having any family problems?
Abagail: No, not r... | Abagail cannot sleep well and has headaches. Abagail has been working a lot lately. Spiros suggests Abagail should rest for a few days. |
train_2930 | Irvin: How about your grades of study?
Anetta: I have been doing quite well. As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 %. And I ' Ve received Scholarship two times.
Irvin: Besides your major, do you know some in other fields?
Anetta: Yes. To develop my knowledge, I studied Economics, Business Administration and Accountingthrough ... | Irvin interviews Anetta. Anetta tells Irvin about Anetta's grades of study, Anetta's knowledge outside Anetta's major, Anetta's experience of being the class monitor, and working experience. |
train_2931 | Stace: How may I help you?
Oren: I ' m making a deposit today.
Stace: Cash or check?
Oren: I would like to deposit a check.
Stace: You need to sign the back.
Oren: Okay. Here you go.
Stace: Would you like cash back?
Oren: Yes, I would.
Stace: How much?
Oren: Let me get $ 150 back.
Stace: Here you go.
Oren: Thank you. H... | Stace helps Oren to deposit a check and get $150 back. |
train_2932 | Dusty: Good afternoon.
Peta: My goodness! It ' s the afternoon? Doesn ' t the time fly! Do come in and sit down.
Dusty: Thank you.
Peta: What ' s the time? My watch has stopped.
Dusty: It ' s half past twelve.
Peta: When do you have lunch?
Dusty: From one to two.
Peta: What do you normally eat?
Dusty: We usually go to ... | Peta's watch has stopped and asks Dusty the time. They will have lunch together. |
train_2933 | Jenny: ( At the MET station ) Hurry up! We are running late for school.
Lee: Let's take the MET. lt's faster and cheap.
Jenny: Which line should we take if we go to Danshui?
Lee: We should take the red line. Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine.
Jenny: How much money should I insert in the slot?
Lee: ... | Jenny and Lee are in a hurry to go to school. Lee suggests taking the MET and gives Jenny instructions on taking the MET. |
train_2934 | Jandy: I need something to eat, please.
Maynord: Tell me what you're hungry for.
Jandy: I feel like champagne, lobster tail, and filet mignon, medium rare.
Maynord: Unfortunately, we're out of filet mignon at the moment. May I suggest the porterhouse instead?
Jandy: Well, I prefer filet, but porterhouse is good, too.
M... | Jandy is ordering the food. Maynord tells Jandy they are out of filet mignon and suggests the porterhouse. Jandy agrees to change it. |
train_2935 | Hildegarde: Uncle Ben, how did the Forbidden City get this name?
Uncle Ben: Well, in the feudal society, emperors had supreme power, so his residence was certainly a forbidden palace.
Hildegarde: His residence? You mean the whole palace?
Uncle Ben: Yes. The Forbidden City is divided into two parts. The southern section... | Ben introduces to Hildegarde the origin of the name of the Forbidden City and its internal design. Hildegarde thinks it unbelievable and luxurious. They also discuss the wisdom and power represented by the palace. |
train_2936 | Ina: Everyone wants to be financial lose kill. You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich. I'm thinking about buying stocks. It can be a good investment if I can manage well. What do you say?
Erinna: I partly agree with you. Buying stocks is not difficult, but making money consistently from buying stock ... | Ina and Erinna are talking about buying stocks. Erinna thinks it is hard to make money consistently in this way and suggests doing online research to learn about investing. |
train_2937 | Jocelyn: hey, the new SOHO. How's everything going?
the new SOHO: everything's great. I've just returned from my office.
Jocelyn: your office? Aren't you a freelancer?
the new SOHO: sure I am. I work for myself, but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area.
Jocelyn: a virtual office?
the ... | the new SOHO has rented a virtual office and introduces its benefits to Jocelyn. It has almost everything in a conventional office and helps to promote the corporate image. |
train_2938 | Julie: How wonderful it is to be in love! It's love at first sight! Oh. he's my Romeo!
Mary: Hey, Julie. How's it going?
Julie: Oh, Mary. You've surprised me!
Mary: Who were you talking to?
Julie: Um, I was just thinking aloud.
Mary: You look so happy. I see a twinkle in your eyes.
Julie: Come off it, Mary.
Mary: Oh, y... | Julie is in love with someone and asks Mary how to get his attention, but Mary doesn't give any advice that Julie thinks applicable. |
train_2939 | Jenn: The weather in Beijing is just beautiful!
Ric: Autumn is the best season in Beijing, you know.
Jenn: Yes, I can see. The summer heat is over, and the winter cold is still far away.
Ric: What is the weather like in Washington at this time of this year?
Jenn: Autumn is also very nice in Washington.
Ric: Is it very ... | Jenn and Ric are talking about the weather. They agree that autumn in Beijing is beautiful. Jenn also tells Ric what the weather is like in different seasons in Washington. |
train_2940 | Mary: Hello, Mary. What's the matter with you? You look upset.
Nichole: My friend and I was argued with each other. For this, I'm very sad. Because I don't want to lose this friend.
Mary: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. I know how you feel. Please don't be sad.
Nichole: Thank you, but I really want to relax myself. I'm ver... | Mary tells Mary she feels upset because of an argument with her friend. |
train_2941 | Mary: Hi, John! I haven't seen you for ages.
John: Hi! Yes, it's been a long time. I'm really glad to see you.
Mary: I'm glad to see you, too. How'Ve you been?
John: Just fine. How is everything with you?
Mary: Not bad. I finally bought a house. It's an old one, but built really solid. It is close to here. Do you want ... | Mary and John haven't seen each other for a long time. They share how they are getting on recently. John moves to Florida and describes the shuttle launches he has seen. Mary is jealous and John invites her for a vacation visit and they exchange business cards. |
train_2942 | Osbourn: Do you have any year-end benefits?
Cassie: I don't know till now.
Osbourn: I just saw a piece of news, that a group of white color workers hold a flour war in the office because of dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits.
Cassie: Why they hold a flour war?
Osbourn: They got rice, flour and oil as presents, wh... | Osbourn tells Cassie about the flour war in the office because of some workers' dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits. |
train_2943 | Rolando: After probation, you'll find that our silk products feels more comfortable than others.
Lenette: How about this product selling from last month on?
Rolando: It's selling like hot cakes, and we have lots of regulars now. Would you like to place a trial order?
Lenette: Am. Well, can I have a try of the sample fr... | Rolando recommends Rolando's silk products to Lenette and Lenette wants to try some samples first. |
train_2944 | Jeannie: Hello, I've got a letter here that I'd like to post.
Tiebout: Yes, where's it to, madam?
Jeannie: Well, the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent. It really needs to be posted today, so here you are.
Tiebout: You want to send it airmail, madam?
Jeannie: I do want to send it airma... | Tiebout helps Jeannie to send a letter by airmail to America. |
train_2945 | Oralla: Is this the Friendship Hospital? Please send an ambulance to 68 Hu Nan Road.
Noemi: Is it urgent? Our ambulances are not enough to meet every call.
Oralla: Of course. It's urgent. I think the partient is suffering from acute appendicitis. He may die if not treated in time.
Noemi: All right, we'll come right awa... | Oralla calls for an ambulance because a patient is suffering from acute appendicitis. Noemi comes and takes the patient to the hospital. The patient receives good treatment. Oralla is allowed to come to see the patient. |
train_2946 | Casey: So, Casey, how are things going with the photos for the press kit?
Gertrud: Yeah, I'Ve been meaning to talk to you about that. I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline.
Casey: You'Ve had over a month to get this finalized! Why are things delayed?
Gertrud: Well, the thing is, we ran into a lot of pro... | Casey apologizes for the delay in sending Casey photos. Casey doesn't want excuses and wants the photos as soon as possible. |
train_2947 | Mr. Green: Well, tell me something of yourself.
Irene: What would you like to know, Mr. Green?
Mr. Green: What working experience have you got?
Irene: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales representative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales... | Mr. Green interviews Irene. Irene shares her previous working experience and the reasons why she quits being a sales manager to work as Mr. Green's assistant. |
train_2948 | Shep: Good afternoon. I believe that this house is for sale.
Leigh: That's right.
Shep: May I have a look at it please?
Leigh: Yes, of course. Come in.
Shep: How long have you lived here?
Leigh: I have lived here for twenty years.
Shep: Twenty years! That's a long time.
Leigh: Yes, I have been here since 1976.
Shep: Th... | Leigh wants to sell the house and tells Shep the reasons. Shep likes the house but cannot decide yet. |
train_2949 | Connolly: Are you going to vote?
Sherie: I am so excited to be voting.
Connolly: Do you know who you're going to vote for?
Sherie: I am so impressed with the candidate I'm going to vote for.
Connolly: What's so great about him?
Sherie: I feel that he is very intelligent.
Connolly: Oh, really?
Sherie: Yes, and I agree w... | Sherie is excited about voting and believes Sherie's voting for the next President. |
train_2950 | Bertina: Shouldn't you already be in bed?
Jolyn: I can't sleep. I'm really not all that tired.
Bertina: You need to get some rest, as you have to get up early in the morning.
Jolyn: It's impossible for me to get to sleep right now.
Bertina: Just close your eyes, and try not to think.
Jolyn: That really does not work fo... | Jolyn can't sleep right now but Bertina insists that Jolyn should go to sleep as Jolyn has to get up early tomorrow. |
train_2951 | Bellanca: Crown Hotel. Reservation Desk. Can I help you?
Marchall: Yes, I'd like to book a room at your hotel.
Bellanca: What kind of room would you like, sir? We have single rooms, double rooms, suites and deluxe suites in our hotel.
Marchall: I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2n... | Marchall calls to book a single room in the Crown Hotel. Bellanca introduces the services included to him. |
train_2952 | Francine: Hi. How can I help you?
Brandice: I'm looking for a job. Are you hiring?
Francine: Yes, we are. What position are you looking for?
Brandice: Superintendent.
Francine: I'm sorry. The application for this position has closed.
Brandice: Do you have any other positions available?
Francine: We have only one positi... | Brandice is looking for a job as superintendent, but the application for it in Francine's company has closed. Francine suggests another position. |
train_2953 | Orbadiah: Okay, now I'd like to find out more about your last job. I see you spent almost four years at the London Weekly, is that right?
Tessi: Yes, that's right. To be honest, the first year was quite tough for me. I was really just treated more like an intern. I didn't have many responsibilities and I found it quite... | Orbadiah interviews Tessi. Tessi tells Orbadiah Tessi's previous working experience at the London Weekly and the reasons why Tessi left. |
train_2954 | Henrique: How many people are there in your family?
Emmet: My immediate family is quite small. It's just my older step-brother, my mom, my step-dad and me. How about you?
Henrique: I have a large family. I have three older sisters, my twin sister, a younger brother, and my parents.
Emmet: I didn't know you were a twin!... | Henrique and Emmet introduce their families to each other. Henrique has an identical twin sister. Emmet explains how Emmet's step-father and mother got married. |
train_2955 | Sullivan: Hello! How can I help you, sir?
Jarvis: I want to take out a loan for school. What kind of interest rate do you offer?
Sullivan: Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs?
Jarvis: Yes, but I need to borrow some more money.
Sullivan: Well. In that case we can offer you a private educational loan.
Jar... | Jarvis wants to take out a loan for school and Sullivan tells Jarvis how to apply for it. |
train_2956 | Nerti: Next time you buy veggies or fruits, have them bagged and weighed before you come here.
Swen: Sorry. I didn't know.
Nerti: The total comes to US $ 65. 81. How will you pay today?
Swen: I'm going to use my ATM card.
Nerti: Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN.
Swen: Done.
Nerti: One momen... | Swen buys some groceries and pays by Swen's ATM card. Nerti suggests that next time Swen should have them bagged and weighed before checking out. |
train_2957 | Andy: Ow!
Lucy: What's the matter, Andy?
Andy: I slipped and fell downstairs.
Lucy: Have you hurt yourself?
Andy: Yes, I have. I think that I've hurt my back.
Lucy: Try and stand up. Can you stand up? Here. Let me help you.
Andy: I'm sorry, Lucy. I'm afraid that I can't get up.
Lucy: I think that the doctor had better ... | Andy fell downstairs and hurts himself. Lucy calls Dr. Carter for help. |
train_2958 | Penelope: I think I'm going to go to the market today.
Fawn: Do we need food?
Penelope: Yeah, I think so.
Fawn: What are you going to get?
Penelope: I'm not sure what we need.
Fawn: Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator.
Penelope: Could you do it for me, and write out a list of things that we need?
Fawn: Jus... | Penelope is going to the market and asks Fawn to make a shopping list. |
train_2959 | Marlowe: I'm here for my appointment.
Gregor: What can I do for you today?
Marlowe: I have an issue with my schedule.
Gregor: Tell me the problem.
Marlowe: I have two classes on here that are at the same time.
Gregor: Oh, I see.
Marlowe: Can you change that for me?
Gregor: Do you still want both classes?
Marlowe: Yes, ... | Marlowe has two classes that are at the same time. Gregor'll try to change one class to a different day. |
train_2960 | Stella: Hello?
Peter: Hello, Stella. This is Peter.
Stella: Hi, Peter. Fancy hearing your voice! How are you?
Peter: Couldn't be better. I'm planning atrip to Memphis with my family this summer.
Stella: Great! I'd love to host you here. When are you coming?
Peter: We'll leave Boston on June 20th, stay in St. Louis, Mis... | Peter calls Stella and tells her he will visit her city, Memphis. Stella asks about his plan and will help to find a hotel for Peter and his family. |
train_2961 | Parke: Nice to see you. I've come for a job interview.
Berget: Oh, yes. How did you find out about the job?
Parke: I read your advertisement in the newspaper yesterday. So here I am.
Berget: Good. Do you know about computers?
Parke: Yes, I studied computer science in the university and later I worked in a computer comp... | Berget interviews Parke. Parke introduces Parke's education background and explains why Parke comes to this company. |
train_2962 | Lisette: Look at this picture! Is it the Great Pyramid?
Hedvig: You've got it. I took many pictures of it.
Lisette: You mean you have been in Egypt? When did you go there?
Hedvig: Last summer. It was so interesting.
Lisette: Tell me something about the Great Pyramid.
Hedvig: It was very high, about 137 meters. The side... | Hedvig tells Lisette about Hedvig's trip to Egypt and Hedvig's impression of the Great Pyramid. Lisette decides to spend Lisette's next vacation in Egypt. |
train_2963 | B.J.: Hi. Uh, haven't we met before? You look so familiar.
Sharon: Yeah. We met on campus last week, [Yeah!] and you asked me the same question.
B.J.: Oh, oh really? I'm really sorry, but I'm terrible with names. But, but, but... Let me guess. It's Sherry, right?
Sharon: No, but you got the first letter right.
B.J.: I ... | Ben has met Sharon before but doesn't remember her name. They talk about what they are learning currently. Sharon is a graduate student majoring in TESL and Ben is leaning towards a degree in marketing. Ben invites Sharon to a dance on campus at the student center tonight. |
train_2964 | Hanny: Hello.
Adlai: Good morning. Can I help you?
Hanny: Oh, good, you speak English.
Adlai: Yes.
Hanny: I'm looking for a double room for the next three nights... with a bathroom.
Adlai: That's until Thursday?
Hanny: Yes, have you got one?
Adlai: Mm. We've got a double room for tonight and tomorrow night, but not for... | Hanny wants a double room with a bathroom for the next three nights but finds there's no such a room left in Adlai's hotel. |
train_2965 | Anurag: Your exam is over, isn't it? Why aren't you cheerful?
Anallise: Oh, I don't know. It isn't that the questions were too hard, but I always feel uneasy when the exam doesn't seem to have much to do with the book. | Anallise feels uneasy because the exam doesn't seem to have much to do with the book. |
train_2966 | Wei: Whoa! This is a massive flea market!
Adah: You're telling me! There are thousands of people here.
Wei: And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff.
Adah: This is almost like a Taiwanese night market! I can't believe it!
Wei: You can't buy much more, Wei! You already have enough to fill two ... | Wei and Wei are in a massive flea market. Wei reminds Wei that Wei can't buy much more. |
train_2967 | Jada: I'm hungry, let's go grab a bite to eat.
Corissa: Yeah me too. Oh! Can we stop at the shop really fast? I lost my makeup bag at the airport and I want to pick up a few things.
Jada: Will you take long?
Corissa: No! Five minutes I promise!
Jada: Come on! We have been here for almost an hour! I thought you said... | Jada complains that Corissa has spent too much time picking up cosmetics which have outrageous prices. Corissa argues that Jada also spends a lot on Jada's stuff. |
train_2968 | Yolanda: Do you like swimming?
Ware: Yes. Swimming is one of my most favorite sports,indoors or out-doors.
Yolanda: Me too. Swimming is a very good exercise for health. It combines water, bath, sunbath, and air bath together. It promotes the growth and haleness of muscles, bone, viscera and nerve systems.
Ware: I ha... | Yolanda and Ware are talking about how they like swimming and the benefits of swimming. |
train_2969 | Lorne: How's your business?
Stephan: Everything seems to be getting worse. I don't know what to do with it.
Lorne: Things are tough all over. You should never give up!
Stephan: But how can I prevent a deficit?
Lorne: I think you should make a thorough market investigation now.
Stephan: OK, OK. I'll do my best.
Lo... | Stephan's business doesn't go well. Lorne suggests making a thorough market investigation and encourages Stephan. |
train_2970 | Laura: You're a big fan of Andy Lau, aren't you?
Andy Lau: Yes, I've been got all his albums and most of his films on dvd. I adore him. He's my idol.
Laura: How come you don't have all of his films on dvd?
Andy Lau: Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays, especially the ones where he only played a bit par... | Andy Lau is a big fan of Andy Lau and shares with Laura how much Andy Lau likes Andy Lau. |
train_2971 | Cissie: Hello, this is Sunshine Trading Company. Can I help you?
Issy: Yes. I want to apply for the accountant in your corporation and I think it is not beyond attainment.
Cissie: Great. Could you tell me something about cash control?
Issy: Yes, of course. In accounting, cash means all items that are acceptable for ... | Issy calls to apply for the accountant in Cissie's company. |
train_2972 | Mollie: Excuse me, we ordered too much, may we take the food home?
Madelyn: Sure.
Mollie: Do we have to pay extra charge for that?
Madelyn: No, you don't have to. It is free of charge.
Mollie: Well then, will you put this and that into doggy bags?
Madelyn: Certainly, would you wait for a few minutes?
Mollie: Yes, thank... | Mollie wants to take the food home as they have ordered too much. Madelyn helps Mollie to put the food into bags. |
train_2973 | Emelyne: Oh, your baby is so cute.
Shawna: She's cute, but I'm very tired. She never sleep. After I gave birth, she slept a lot. Now that she's older, she is awake all night.
Emelyne: Does she cry a lot?
Shawna: Last week, she cried every night. At work, I feel tired all the time. I took her to the doctor and he said s... | Shawna tells Emelyne her baby is cute but it is tiring to take care of the baby. Emelyne suggests hiring a babysitter. |
train_2974 | Winthrop: Is this one beside you your English teacher? She looks strict.
Arlee: Yes, but her teaching is very well organized and clear. We all like her very much.
Winthrop: Who is this girl wearing glasses with dark hair?
Arlee: Oh, she's my best friend. Our class went on a spring outing to the seaside last month and w... | Arlee introduces Arlee's English teacher and best friend in the picture to Winthrop. |
train_2975 | Syd: Excuse me can I ask you a few questions? I'm not going to take up too much of your time.
Issie: OK.
Syd: Well, how old are you?
Issie: 16.
Syd: Right. When you leave school do you think you'll get your own home away from your parents?
Issie: Oh yes, I'm sure I will.
Syd: Do you think you'll get married in the next... | Syd asks Issie, who is 16, some questions about future home, marriage, and traveling. |
train_2976 | Josee: You've packed so many clothes Ben.
Ben: Well, it is a business trip, and the weather will be different everywhere I go.
Josee: I suppose on Sunday you'll travel in your jeans.
Ben: Yes, that on Monday I'm going to meet the company boss, so will need my suit then, I can't wear jeans.
Josee: What is happening on T... | Ben is packing clothes for a business trip and tells Josee what he is going to wear for each day. |
train_2977 | Rosalind: Mary, how's your job going?
Mary: I've moved to a new office and it's a little far from where I live. Actually, I'm looking for a new job because the people there are very unfriendly.
Rosalind: Oh, me too. I hate my job for I have to work overtime nearly every day.
Mary: What kind of job are you looking for?
... | Both Mary and Rosalind are unsatisfied with their current jobs and are looking for new jobs. |
train_2978 | Marylynne: Hi, Mike. I'm calling to ask if you'd like to come and have supper with us on Friday.
Mike: The day after tomorrow? I'm afraid I won't be able to. I have to work overtime on Friday, or else I'll have to work this weekend.
Marylynne: You work really hard. Then how about this Saturday evening?
Mike: I'm afraid... | Marylynne calls to invite Mike for supper on Friday or Saturday, but Mike can't make it. They finally decide to make it this Sunday. |
train_2979 | Damien: Excuse me, do you know where the nearest subway station is?
Noemi: The nearest one is 10 minutes away on foot and it's the entrance to both line 5 and line 6, which one are you taking?
Damien: I'm not so sure. I'm here on vacation.
Noemi: OK, where do you need to go then?
Damien: I want to go to the M hotel.
No... | Noemi tells Damien how to go to the M hotel by subway late at night. |
train_2980 | Angie: Hi, I would like to return this TV.
Lavinia: Sure, do you have the receipt?
Angie: Yeah here you go. Actually I also want to return this keyboard.
Lavinia: Ok. may I ask what is the reason for returning these products?
Angie: The TV flickers a lot when I am watching a movie and at times the image is not very cle... | Angie wants to return a TV and a keyboard, but Lavinia will only refund the TV because the keyboard is damaged. |
train_2981 | Operator: Operator. Can I help you?
Luo Gang: I'd like to make a person-to-person call to Beijing, China. The number is 2135367 8, and I want to speak to Mr. Zhang.
Operator: To Mr. Zhang in at 2135-3678?
Luo Gang: Yes, that's right.
Operator: May I have your name and telephone number?
Luo Gang: My name is Luo Gang, an... | Luo Gang calls the operator to speak to Mr. Zhang. Luo gives a number but corrects it after the operator tells him to check again. |
train_2982 | Ambrosio: Hello, may I help you?
Tonya: Well, I'm looking for some winter clothes. And I notice you have pre-season sale on all your winter apparel.
Ambrosio: Yes, everything is 25 % off.
Tonya: Do you have any skirt that will go with this sweater?
Ambrosio: Sure, we have both skirts and slacks that will go well with t... | Ambrosio wants to buy a skirt. Tonya recommends a green skirt but Ambrosio chooses to try on another one. |
train_2983 | Aileen: What do you think is harder, reading or writing?
Nichols: Well, they're completely different. Reading is passive, and writing is active.
Aileen: I don't think I understand what you mean. Could you explain a little more?
Nichols: In reading you need to recognize language by seeing the words on the page and knowi... | Aileen raises some questions, Nichols thinks reading is passive while writing is active, and speaking and understanding are both harder than reading and writing. Nichols's opinion discourages Aileen but Nichols hopes Aileen will know more and do better. |
train_2984 | Clem: What a nice tie you are wearing!
Aldis: Thank you. But does it really look all right?
Clem: Certainly. It matches your suit perfectly.
Aldis: Then does it go well with my sweater?
Clem: Yes. You look very smart today.
Aldis: Thank you very much. | Clem admires the tie Aldis is wearing, and Aldis appreciates it. |
train_2985 | Vaughan: As we know, mobile phones bring people great convenience and shorten the distance among friends and relatives.
Daffy: It bears a great many of advantages, but also some weak points.
Vaughan: Is it? I've never thought of any disadvantages of the mobile phone.
Daffy: For instance, the mobile phone seriously dist... | Vaughan thinks the mobile phone brings people convenience. Daffy agrees but gives another opinion, the mobile phone distracts people. |
train_2986 | Aldric: Are you going out again?
Jordy: Yes, I'm going to the cinema, dad.
Aldric: You mustn't go to bed very late. Can you be home before nine.
Jordy: Oh, I won't be back so early. The film will be over at nine. Can I have the key to the bicycle?
Aldric: No. I won't let you ride a bicycle late at night.
Jordy: Oh, dad... | Aldric asks for permission to ride home late at night. Aldric's dad refuses at first but gives in later. |
train_2987 | Jodee: How was your holiday to Cyprus?
Jenifer: It was so fantastic I didn't really want to come home.
Jodee: Did you happen to meet someone?
Jenifer: How did you know?
Jodee: You always act like this when you'Ve fallen in love. Who is he? How did you meet?
Jenifer: His name is Tony and we met my first night in Pathos.... | Jenifer tells Jodee Jenifer's romance with Tony whom Jenifer met during the holiday to Cyprus. Jenifer and Tony may develop a serious relationship. |
train_2988 | Anna: This is tough to say, John, but I think we should break up.
John: Are you serious?
Anna: Yes, I mean it.
John: But why? Did I do anything wrong?
Anna: No, we are just too different. This relationship isn't going anywhere.
John: Hey, come on. It's too early to say that. We can fix things.
Anna: I have thought abou... | Anna is determined to break up with John who is not willing to, but they finally decide to be just friends. |
train_2989 | Jotham: Will you help me take these things to the car?
Liliane: OK, which car do you want me to put them in?
Jotham: Bring them to my wife's car.
Liliane: Which one is hers?
Jotham: The blue SUV in front of the Honda.
Liliane: What should I take first?
Jotham: That chair over there, but please be careful with it. It wa... | Jotham requests Liliane to move some things to the car, as Jotham and his wife are moving to Florida. |
train_2990 | Sher: How long will it take us to drive to London?
Antoine: I think it's a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London, so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway.
Sher: That's unless there is a traffic jam. It could take three hours.
Antoine: You're right. We will be able to travel at high speeds at the begin... | Sher discusses with Antoine about how long it takes to drive to London, taking account of the distance, traffic jams, and speed. |
train_2991 | Jaclyn: When were you born may I ask?
Mauritz: On 20th May 1963.
Jaclyn: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
Mauritz: 27th day of the fourth month.
Jaclyn: By the way, could you tell me when the film will begin?
Mauritz: It will begin at 5:30.
Jaclyn: I am afraid I can't be there on time.
Mauritz: ... | Jaclyn asks Mauritz when Mauritz was born and when the film begins. |
train_2992 | Nancey: Look, Forest Gump is on at six thirty.
Gucci: Really? It was on in 1994 for the first time. And it is really a classic.
Nancey: Yeah, I am very impressed with Tom Hanks'performance in the movie.
Gucci: I am also impressed with the lines in the movie.
Nancey: Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what... | Nancey talks about Forest Gump with Gucci. They both admire the movie and will watch it together. |
train_2993 | James Taylor: Oh, I think I broke my leg.
Sandy: Here, sir. Sit down in this wheel chair.
James Taylor: Thanks.
Sandy: The doctor will be with you in a moment. I just need to ask you a few questions.
James Taylor: All right.
Sandy: Name, age and date of birth, please?
James Taylor: James Taylor, 23, March 30, 1982.
San... | Mr. Taylor broke his leg. Sandy asks him some questions before the doctor comes. |
train_2994 | Katlin: Welcome to Super Stereos. What can I do for you?
Parrnell: I'd like to look at your stereo systems. Do you have anything on sale?
Katlin: Yes, this system over here is on sale for $ 1, 000. As you can see, all of the components are brand-name.
Parrnell: But it doesn't have a turntable. I have a fair number of v... | Parrnell wants to buy a stereo system with a turntable and Katlin's store has got one available. |
train_2995 | Trish: Well, I'm glad you're finally back. I was wondering what happened.
Lauraine: I feel kind of stupid.
Trish: Why?
Lauraine: We got lost coming back. I guess I don't really know this town yet.
Trish: You got lost. You're kidding!
Lauraine: No. We took a wrong turn somewhere. And Joseph doesn't know the town at all.... | Lauraine tells Trish that she got lost on the way driving back. Trish is astonished and guesses it was because Lauraine was looking at Joseph and couldn't concentrate on the road, which is exactly the reason. |
train_2996 | Caprice: They must have got in through the kitchen window.
Josee: If only we'd remember to close it.
Caprice: I am afraid your diamond bracelet has gone, darling!
Josee: I wish I'd put it in the bank.
Caprice: Look! they've taken your fur coat too.
Josee: I know, I am sorry I ever bought it.
Caprice: I noticed they've ... | Caprice and Josee suffer from burglary. Josee thinks they can claim, but they are not insured. |
train_2997 | Lee: We have made some adjustment on the prices, and this is renewed price list.
Georgetta: Thank you for allowing us 3 % reduction, but still we find your price is on the high side.
Lee: This is our rock-bottom price and we can't make any further reduction.
Georgetta: If so, we find it difficult for us to go on with o... | Lee has reduced the price but Georgetta is still dissatisfied. Finally, they both give way to conclude the business. |
train_2998 | Mr. Stone: How are you, Mr. Stone? I m Farley.
Farley: Pleased to meet you, Mr. Farley.
Mr. Stone: Please have a seat. I know our employment officer has already given you information about your employee contract, but I'd like to go over the main details again before signing. First, you'llbe getting a monthly salary, wi... | Mr. Farley informs Mr. Stone of the main details before he signs the employee contract. |
train_2999 | Marti: Welcome to Lens Magic, ma'am. How can I help you?
Margaretha: I'd like to buy an inexpensive camera.
Marti: Well, we'Ve got several point-and-shoot cameras. These are all 35mm compact cameras with auto-focus and a built-in flash. We also have these Polaroid cameras.
Margaretha: I don't think I'll need a Polaroid... | Margaretha wants to buy an inexpensive camera and takes one with Marti's assistance. |
train_3000 | Trev: We're now staying at the Holiday Inn. How do we get to the airport?
Conney: We have shuttle buses leaving for the airport from downtown every 20 minutes The bus stops at Holiday Inn as well. Be sure to get on the bus before 30.
Trev: What is the earliest one?
Conney: At 7 am. It takes about one hour to get to the... | Trev asks Conney about the information on transportation to the airport and how to change and cancel the flight. |
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