Programme: 1 - How do you like your coffee

How do you like your coffee?

Have you got any decaf?

Yes I have. Milk?

Just a splash.and uh, two sugars please.

Programme: 2 - Are you into jazz?

Do you fancy going to hear some music sometime?

Yes, that would be really nice.

Are you into jazz?

I don't know really, but I'll give it a try.

Programme: 3 - Have you texted him?

Are we meeting up with Ben?

Yes, I'd like to, but I can't get hold of him.

Have you texted him?

Yes, a couple of times, but he must have his mobile switched off.

Programme: 4 - This computer's really playing up!

This computer's really playing up today.

What's the problem?

Well, I keep losing stuff that I've saved.

Have a word with Marc. He's a real computer whizz. He'll sort it out.

Programme: 5 - What's your brother up to?

What's your brother up to these days?

Oh, he's still working at the same place, but he was recently promoted,

so he's doing really well.

I haven't seen him for ages. We should arrange to go out some time

Programme: 6 - What did you say your husband does?

What did you say your husband does again?

He's a lecturer at the university.

Oh, that's right. How long has he been doing that?

Nearly three years now. Before that he was at the technical school.

Programme: 7 - I'm broke. Count me out.

We're all going to the cinema on Wednesday. Want to come?

No, I'm broke. Count me out.

What have you been spending all your money on?

I dunno. It just goes, 353e41d doesn't it?

Yeah, I know what you mean.

Programme: 8 - This phone's driving me up the wall.

This phone's driving me up the wall.

What's the problem?

I keep forgetting how to change the ring tone on it.

Let's have a look. I might be able to do it.

Programme: 9 - I'm looking for a doubles partner

How good are you at table tennis? I'm looking for a doubles partner.

I'm sorry, you are talking to the wrong person. Why don't you ask Jo to be your partner? She'd love to play.

Programme: 10 - I'm buying. What would you like?

I'm buying. What would you like?

Skinny latte please. What are you having?

Oh, I've got to have a cappuccino in the morning. It's what gets me out of bed!

Programme: 11 - Can you give me a few pointers?

Matt, I'm having trouble with this software package. Can you give me

few pointers?

Yeah, sure. It's quite easy. You just need to get used to the shortcut keys.

Programme: 12 - It's got rave reviews. (restaurants)

Did you see that review in the paper for the new Italian restaurant?

No. You mean the one next to the office?

Yeah, that's the one. It's got rave reviews. I think we should go there sometime.

Programme: 13 - A scrappy game.

It was a scrappy game last night, don't you think?

Yeah, I thought the defence was all over the place!

We need to sort ourselves out before the next match, otherwise we're in trouble.

Programme: 14 - This week is really hectic

Hi John. Got your email, but I haven't had a chance to look in my diary yet.

That's OK. I fact, let's push it back to next week because this week is really hectic.

Yeah, sure. Don't worry I understand. 

Programme: 15 - Is now a good time to talk?

Good morning Mr James. My name is Susan Parson and I'm calling from a market research company. Is now a good time to talk?

I can only spare a few minutes, but please go ahead.

Programme: 16 - Do you want a lift to the match on Saturday?

Do you want a lift to the match on Saturday?

Yeah. I didn't realise you were going.

Course I am.

Can you pick me up at 12 then?

Okay

Programme: 17 - Did you catch the match last night?

Did you catch the NBA match last night?

Yeah. The Mavericks were on brilliant form, weren't they?

I know. I thought the last ten minutes of the game were just fantastic.

Programme: 18 - Do you know how to get into this computer?

Do you know how to get into this computer?

Yes - I'll show you - it's control, alt, delete and then you need to enter your password.

Programme: 19 - I've double-booked myself.

Jane, I'm so sorry, but I can't come this Friday.

Oh, pity. I wanted you to meet my brother.

Yeah, I'm afraid I've double-booked myself. I'd already arranged to meet a friend for dinner. 

Oh well, another time.

Programme: 20 - Have you checked out his fan site?

I'm such a fan of Yao Ming. It'd be great to see him play, wouldn't it?

Have you checked out his fan site? There's loads of news about him on there and it tells you when he's playing next.

Programme: 21 - Can you chase that up for me? (business English)

As we said in the meeting yesterday, we need to find a new ad agency for our marketing campaign. Can you chase that up for me Susan?

Sure, I'll call around a few agencies this morning.

Programme: 22 - I've booked a court today.

I've booked a court today. Do you fancy a game of tennis?

That's a good idea. I really need to work on my serve.

Excellent. Let's meet at the court at 3. 

Programme: 23- I didn't make training.

Henry, I'm sorry I didn't make training last night. I got stuck at work.

No problem. We've got an extra session this week, on Friday. Can you come?

Of course. I'll be there. 

Programme: 24 - Are you OK to talk? (phone)

Hello, Marketing.

Oh. Hi John, it's Vicky. Are you OK to talk?

Yes, of course. I thought you might call. Do you want to know about tomorrow's launch?

Yeah. I just wondered how it's all going.

Programme 25 - We need 5 years' experience, minimum. (job recruitment)

I'm going to start advertising for that new marketing position soon. Do you have any thoughts?

Yes, I've been thinking about it quite a lot. It's a managerial role, so I think we need 5 years' experience, minimum.

Programme: 26 - I got picked for the first team.

How was your weekend Dave?

Fantastic! I got picked for the first team.

That's great news. Will you be playing for them from now on?

For the next couple of games, yes. 

Programme: 27 - Have you done something to your hair?

You look nice. Have you done something to your hair?

Well, I had it cut last week.

It really suits you like that.

Thanks. You don't think it's too short?

No, (it) looks great.

Programme: 28 - Have you seen John?

Have you seen John? I've been looking for him for the last hour.

That makes two of us. He was supposed to pick me up to take me shopping.

Well, if you see him, can you tell him I managed to get tickets for the concert?

Will do.

Programme: 29 - How can I get hold of you later on?

How can I get hold of you later on? In a couple of hours or so.

I'll be on my mobile - have you got the number?

Yeah - it's in my phone. I'll try you around 10.

Programme: 30 - We're having a kick-around at lunchtime.

We're having a kick-around at lunch time. Do you fancy coming along, get a bit of exercise?

I can't today. I've got a meeting.

OK. See you later.

Another time, yeah?

Programme: 31 - Have you read his latest?

I love this author. Have you read his latest?

Yeah, I started it, but didn't get very far.

Oh, really?

Yeah, I just didn't get on with it very well

Programme: 32 - Have you been to aerobics lately?

Have you been to aerobics lately?

No, not for ages. I'm feeling a bit guilty about it actually.

Let's go tonight.

Good idea.

Programme: 33 - I've got a meeting first thing.

Jane, are you joining us tomorrow at the trade fair? I hope you can still come.

Of course. I'll be a little late because I've got a meeting first thing, but I should be at the stand by 10:30.

Programme: 34 - That was a great game!

That was a great game. Thanks.

Yeah, well played. I couldn't get any rallies going today.

Do you want to play table tennis again next week?

Sure. I'll book a table for us. 

Programme: 35 - I've managed to get tickets for the music festival.

Hey Todd, I've managed to get tickets for the music festival next week.

Cool. How many did you get?

I decided to get four. Liz and Jess said they wanted to go.

Excellent. I'll give them a call.

Programme: 36 - What colours do your team play in?

What colours do your team play in?

Black and white. The colours are all right, but I'm not so sure about the new design.

What's wrong with it?

I think the sponsorship logo is too much on this new kit.

Programme: 37 - The figures are completely up to date.

Helen, I've been going through the figures for last month's promotion.

Oh, right

Did we include the TV advertising costs?

Yes, I've made sure the figures are completely up-to-date.

Programme: 38 - Where did you go in the end?

Hi Jay. Did you go to the cinema in the end?

Yeah, we went to see that new comedy with Julia Roberts.

Oh, I know the one. Any good?

Yeah, I really enjoyed it. 

Programme: 39 - This is getting a bit urgent. (business English)

I've just had an email from David about the American figures - this is getting a bit urgent now, you know.

Yes, OK - I'll get on to it today.

Let me know if there is a problem, won't you?

Programme: 40 - Something's come up at work.

Michael, I'm afraid I'm not going to be able to make the party on Saturday.

oh, why not?

Something has come up at work so I'll be away on business from tomorrow.

Oh well, no worries. Thanks for letting me know.

Programme: 41 - Do you mind if I change the track?

Do you mind if I change the CD track?

Yeah, no problem. Which one are you putting on?

You'll love this one. It's my favourite. It's got such a good beat.

Programme: 42 - Can you send me the link?

Did you look at that website we were talking about.

No I haven't yet. Can you send me the link again? I think I've deleted it.

OK. I've got a couple of others I'll send you.

Programme: 43 - How's David getting on in London?

How's David getting on in London?

I got an email yesterday. He's having a great time.

When's he back? 

In a couple of weeks, I think. 

Programme: 44 - Is the opera house this way?

Excuse me, is the opera house this way?

No, it's not. But it's not far.

Just go back the way you came, and turn left at the lights and you'll see it.

Right. Thanks. 

Programme: 45 - Are you going for that job?

So are you going for that job you were talking about? 

Yes, I did the application form over the weekend and sent it off today.

When will you hear if you've got an interview?

In a couple of weeks I think.