17 June, 2008

... TIPS ... What to say on daily conversations!?

I. Polite Offers
when the persons in the situation don't know each other but use the language to comunicate a need, an offer, etc.


1 - May I take your coat? (at the conference cocktail restaurant)
Thank you, that's very kind of you.

2 - Do you need some help with that? (at conference room when you are installing the equipment)
I can manage, thank you. (Option 1)
Yes, how should I install the notebook on the datashow, please? (Option 2)

3 - Can I get you something to drink? (a kind offer to bring you something to drink at the cocktail)
Water would be great, please.

Still or sparkling?
Sparking, if you find it, please.

4 - Will you have some coffee or tea, madam? / = Would you like some coffee or tea? (at the end of the dinner the waiter is serving coffee and tea to the guests)
Yes, black coffee would be great, please.

Do you take sugar? Milk?
Black with one sugar, thanks.

more coming soon!

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