Shadowing Practice: Everyday Life English Conversations 2 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Hello, I'd like to speak to the sales manager of this company.
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Hello, I'd like to speak to the sales manager of this company.
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Yes, sure, I can get her for you.
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Please wait here a minute.
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Hello, my name is Alice White.
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I'm the sales manager.
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How can I help you?
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Hello, I'm Pamela Young, and I want to make a complaint about one of your products which I bought yesterday.
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Which product are you referring to?
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I used this moisturizer, which proved harmful to me.
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In what way it proved harmful?
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Right after using it, I got a skin rash.
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You can clearly see it.
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This has never happened to me before.
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Well, you can't be sure it was caused by our product.
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The skin allergy may be caused by something else,
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like some food, for example.
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Our products are made according to the highest industry standards.
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I know for a fact that it was caused by your product.
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I don't have any food allergies.
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The quality of your product is not good.
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Believe me, the quality of our product is very good.
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We have our own laboratory where we do various tests to ensure the best quality of our products and services.
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Your company is cheating its customers.
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We are not cheating our customers.
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Our products are not harmful in any sense.
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Very well then.
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I'll take this case to the Consumer Protection and prove that you are scammers that cheat people out of money.
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There's no need to go that far.
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We're sorry for the inconvenience,
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and we'll give you a refund right away.
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We'll also pay for a consultation with the dermatologist.
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Is that okay with you?
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Now you're talking.
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Rob, I have a terrific business idea.
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Oh, really?
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I'm all ears.
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We can open a juice bar.
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Come again?
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A juice bar?
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What exactly is that?
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It's a small shopper stand that sells fruit and vegetable juices that are freshly squeezed.
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It can be a kiosk,
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a juice cart, or a juice truck.
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Fresh, healthy juices are very popular.
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It is a business with a low startup cost.
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Does this idea appeal to you?
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Well, sort of.
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But who is going to buy juice from a stand on the street?
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People who are concerned with their health and who want to increase their energy levels.
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We're going to make so much money.
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I'm sure it will be a successful business.
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Calm down.
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Don't get carried away.
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How are people going to know about our juice bar?
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You're going to have your cousin make a website for us.
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He works in IT.
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You can also print posters and flyers and put them everywhere.
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Okay, what else?
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You're going to buy a juice machine,
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a blender, an ice machine, cups, bowls, and straws.
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All these things must be very expensive.
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Yeah, but just think of all the profit a juice bar can make.
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But first you'll have to apply for a permit at City Hall.
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And then rent a space that includes a sink for washing and preparing the fruits and vegetables.
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Wow, I'm sure I'm going to do a lot for this juice bar.
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Are you going to do anything?
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Yes, I'm going to make the design of the bar.
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Its name is going to be Paul's Juice Bar.
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Haha, that's a good one.
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Hi, what can I get for you today?
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Hey there.
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I'd like a whole wheat loaf and a sourdough loaf, please.
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Sure thing.
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You want them sliced?
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Yeah, sure.
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Okay, anything else?
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I'd also like a dessert,
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but I'm not sure what to get.
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Everything in the case looks delicious.
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As you can see, we have a lot of different types of donuts,
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cookies, cupcakes, and cakes over here.
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Oh, that cake over there looks wonderful!
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This one?
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It's a berry cake with vanilla buttercream and juicy fresh berries.
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It's very sweet and refreshing.
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I got all the berries at my local farm.
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If you like chocolate, you may like this one over here with the frosting and sprinkles.
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Oh, that looks good too.
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Hmm, it's so hard to decide.
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I think I'll take the berry cake.
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And those cookies look delicious.
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What kind are they?
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Double chocolate.
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They're a fresh batch too.
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I just popped them out of the oven a few minutes ago.
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In that case, I'm gonna have to grab some.
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I'll take a dozen, please.
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Sounds good.
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Can I get you anything else?
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Yes.
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I'd also like three donuts of each type and two chocolate croissants.
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Sure, no problem.
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Would you like the cookies,
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donuts, and croissants in the same box as the cake?
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No. Please put them in separate boxes, if you don't mind.
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Not at all.
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Here you go.
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Thanks.
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How much do I owe you?
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Hey, Leah.
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That's a pretty big parcel you have.
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Can I give you a hand?
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Where are you going?
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Thanks, Alan.
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Actually, it's not that heavy.
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Just a little bulky.
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I'm sending some clothes home to my sister,
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so I'm headed to the post office.
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I thought it was on this block.
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Can you tell me where it is?
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Oh, it's not far.
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It's right around the block.
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Go to that corner and make a right.
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When you get to the crosswalk, cross the street.
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You'll see the post office right there in front of you.
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You can't miss it.
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Great, thanks.
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Hello, what can I do for you today?
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Hello, I need to mail this package to Mexico, please.
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What is in the package?
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Some clothes.
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Are there any breakables?
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Is it fragile?
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No. Okay, let's see how much it weighs.
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It's about 7 pounds.
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What is the address?
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I have it here.
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Please fill out this customs declaration form.
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Okay, when will my package arrive?
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It depends on your shipping choice.
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If you send it express,
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it will get there in 5 to 10 business days.
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Or you can send it priority and it will get there in 8 to 15 business days.
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I would like to send it express.
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Okay.
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How much will that be?
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$65.82.
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Oh, I'm afraid that's a bit expensive.
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Then you can choose the priority, which is $43.17.
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There is also first class,
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which is the cheapest way to mail the package.
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It costs only $13.19, but it will get there in 2 to 8 weeks.
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And it doesn't have a tracking number or insurance.
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Priority is the most convenient,
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I guess, so I'll go for that.
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Okay.
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Do you need anything else?
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I also need a book of stamps.
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Okay.
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Your total comes to $50.35.
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How would you like to pay?
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With my credit card.
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Is there anything else I can help you with today?
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No, that's it.
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Thank you.
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Here's your receipt.
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Your tracking number is on the receipt.
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Have a nice day.
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You too.
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Do you know where I can buy a cheap dishwasher?
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I think the home improvement store is having a big sale this weekend.
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Is your dishwasher broken?
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Yeah, I need to replace it.
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It's not the end of the world, but it's still frustrating.
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After having been spoiled by having a dishwasher for the past seven years,
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washing dishes by hand is not easy.
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Now I have to sacrifice some of my downtime to do this chore.
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Have you tried to repair it?
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Yeah, we called a repairman yesterday.
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When he came to have a look at it,
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he told me that he would have to order a new one,
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as the dishwasher is so old that you can't get parts for it anymore.
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Oh, that's too bad.
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We really can't afford to buy a new one right now,
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but I really need one.
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Why don't you buy a used one?
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It's much cheaper this way.
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Where can I get a used one that's in good condition?
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I actually have a friend who is selling hers.
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It's in perfect condition.
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There's nothing wrong with it.
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And I think she bought it a year ago,
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so it's not that old.
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She just wants a different brand.
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Really?
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You're a lifesaver.
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I just want one that works well.
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Do you know how much it is?
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I don't know.
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Let me call her right away.
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Thanks.
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I really appreciate it.
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Thanks so much for coming.
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I had been calling repair places all morning,
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but no one had time.
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So, what's wrong with the TV?
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Well, I was enjoying my popcorn while I was watching my favorite TV show.
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And just in the interesting part,
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the TV suddenly stopped working.
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Was it making any strange noises?
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Yes, there were also some strange noises,
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and it was showing funny colors for a few minutes.
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Then it just turned off.
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I planned a little party this evening to watch the soccer game with my friends.
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Really?
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Are you a big soccer fan?
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Yes, I'm the biggest fan of the Logo team.
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I'm a fan too.
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It means you'll be watching them tonight too.
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Of course.
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I can't wait actually.
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So, are you seeing anything terribly wrong with the TV?
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No, it's nothing serious.
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I can fix it very easily.
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But I need to go first to the hardware store to buy some replacement parts.
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Will it be very expensive?
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No, I don't think so.
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Everything is pretty cheap at this store.
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Will you finish it today?
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Yes, of course.
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You'll definitely be able to watch the big game tonight with your friends.
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Oh, that's great news.
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I was afraid I would have to cancel my party.
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Hello, Chris.
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You're looking a bit tired.
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What have you been up to?
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Well, I am tired, actually.
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I've started going to evening classes three times a week and...
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Evening classes?
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But Chris, how can you manage?
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You already have to put in a lot of overtime at work as it is,
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without taking up a hobby as well.
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Well, it's not exactly a hobby.
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I'm doing my higher accounting diploma.
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And it's quite a lot of extra work,
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but, well, you know I don't like my job.
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And I've been looking for another one,
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but everyone wants the higher diploma.
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So I decided that if I was ever going to get anywhere,
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I'd better get on and pass a few exams.
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Well, good for you.
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I don't think I'd have the courage to take on any more work at this stage in my life.
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I have to.
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If I don't, I'll be stuck in the same dead-end job for the rest of my life.
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And actually, I quite enjoy these classes.
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The other people doing the course are really friendly and nice.
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And the teachers are excellent.
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No comparison with school.
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I really feel I'm benefiting.
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I thought I might do a foreign language when I finish this,
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and then I'll be really well qualified.
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Context & Background
In this video titled "Everyday Life English Conversations 2," the dialogue revolves around two distinct conversations that exemplify common situations in daily life. The first part features a complaint about a product, showcasing a potential conflict-resolution scenario between a customer and a sales manager. The second part transitions into a casual discussion of a business idea, specifically the concept of a juice bar, emphasizing entrepreneurial thinking. These interactions present a window into everyday conversational English that learners can find in real-world settings.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- "How can I help you?" - A polite way to inquire about a person’s needs or problems.
- "I want to make a complaint about..." - A straightforward approach to voicing dissatisfaction regarding a product or service.
- "In what way did it prove harmful?" - A useful expression for clarifying situations related to complaints or concerns.
- "Your company is cheating its customers." - A critical phrase used in arguments about customer service and product quality.
- "It's a business with a low startup cost." - A persuasive phrase in entrepreneurial discussions that can appeal to potential partners or investors.
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