Tema Greeting, Leave Taking, Introducing

The Expression
Greeting and Leave Taking
(Salam Pertemuan dan
Perpisahan)
a.
Hello/Hi
(Halo/Hai)
b. Good morning.
(Selamat pagi)
Good afternoon.
(Selamat siang)
Good evening
(Selamat malam)
c.
How are you?
(Bagaimana kabarmu?)

d.

Responses
(Jawaban)
a.
b.

c.

Good night, Mum.

(Selamat malam, Ibu.)

d.

Good bye / bye

(Selamat tinggal.)
f.
See you tomorrow.
(Sampai jumpa besok.)

e.

e.

f.

Hello/Hi
(Halo/Hai)
Good morning.
(Selamat pagi)
Good afternoon.
(Selamat siang)
Good evening
(Selamat malam)
Fine, thanks
(Baik, terima kasih)
Im fine thank you
(Saya baik, terima kasih.)
Good night, honey.
(Selamat malam, sayang.)
Sweet dream.
(Mimpi indah.)
Bye / Bye-bye
(Selamat tinggal.)
See you.
(Sampai jumpa.)

Introducing Oneself
(Memperkenalkan Diri Sendiri)
Hello./Hi. I am Rania Putri
(Halo/Hai. Saya Rania Putri.)
Please call me Rania
(Silahkan panggil saya Rania)

Introducing Someone to Another

(Memperkenalkan Seseorang Kepada Orang Lain)
Please meet my friend Rania
(Silahkan berkenalan dengan teman saya Rania.)
Rania, this is Rio
(Rania, ini Rio)
Rio, this is Rania
(Rio, ini Rania)
Hello, Rio
- Hello, Rania

(Halo, Rio)
Nice to meet you.
(Senang bertemu denganmu.)

(Halo, Rania)
- Nice to meet you too
(Senang bertemu
denganmu
juga.)

You my also learn other information for introduction, such as address and age
(Kamu juga bisa mempelajari informasi lain untuk berkenalan, seperti alamat dan umur.)
Questions
(Pertanyaan)
- Where do you live?
(Dimana kamu tinggal)
- Whats your address?
(Dimana alamatmu?)

Responses
(Jawaban)
- I live at [Link] 40 Sukabumi

- How old are you?

(Berapa umur kamu?)
- When were you born?
(Kapan kamu lahir?)

- I am twelve years old

(Umur saya 12 tahun.)
- I was born on April 21st, 2001
(Saya lahir pada tanggal 21 April
2001)

Read the text below!

(Bacalah Text Di bawah!)
My name is Rendy Ardiansyah. I am a student. I study in SMP 1 Sukabumi. I was born in
Sukabumi, 21st April 2001. I live at Jl. Benteng No.40, my phone number is 085759557046. I
like jogging, bicycling, and listening to music. My parent's name are [Link] Subagja and
[Link] Amretasari. My blood type is AB. You can e-mail me at Rendy01@[Link]. I am
in 7A. I have lot of friends. Banu Ramadani is one of my friends.
(Nama saya Rendy Ardiansyah. Saya seorang pelajar. Saya sekolah di SMP 1 Sukabumi. Saya
lahir di Sukabumi, pada 21 April 2001. Saya tinggal di Jalan Benteng No.40, nomor telepon saya
085759557046. Saya suka joging, bermain sepeda, dan mendengarkan musik. Orang tua saya
adalah Pak Hedi Subagja dan Ibu Yunita Amretasari. Golongan darah saya adalah AB. Kamu
dapat mengirim e-mail ke alamat Rendy01@[Link]. Saya kelas 7A. Saya mempunyai
banyak teman. Banu Ramadani adalah salah satu teman saya.
Answer the questions!
(Jawab Pertanyaan!)
1. Who is in the text?
(Siapa yang ada di dalam teks?)
2. What is he?
(Apa pekerjaan dia?)

3. Where does he study?

(Dimana dia sekolah?)
4. When was he born?
(Kapan dia lahir?)
5. Where does he live?
(Dimana dia tinggal?)
6. Who are his parents?
(Siapa orang tua mereka?)
7. What are his hobbies?
(Apa hobi dia?)
8. Does he have an e-mail?
(Apakah dia memiliki email?)
9. Does he have a lot of friends?
(Apakah dia mempunyai banyak teman?)
10. Who is his friend?
(Siapa temannya?)
Jawaban :
1. Rendy Ardiansyah
2. He is a student
3. He studies in SMP 1 Sukabumi
4. 21st April 2001
5. He lives at [Link] No.40
6. His parents are [Link] Subagja and [Link] Amretasari.
7. His hobbies are jogging, bicycling, and listening to music
8. Yes, he does
9. Yes, he does
10. His friend is Banu Ramadani

Expressing commands and requests

A. Practice the dialogue, to ask someone to do something.
Ardi : Its hot here. Isnt it?
Banu : Yes, it is. I think it will help if we open a window.
Ardi : Thats right. Will you open it, please?
Banu : Yes, certainly.
{a minutes later}
Ardi : Well, its ok now.
Banu : What about using the fan?
Ardi : Thats a good idea. It will be more comfortable. Would you switch it on?
Banu : All right. Ill try.
Ardi : Does it work?
Banu : Yes, it cooler now.
Now, listen to more examples of expressing commands and requests.
- Will you open it, please?
- Could you help me please?
- Would you hold on a moment, please?
- Please, sit down.
- Keep quiet would you, please?
- Would you be quiet, please?
B. Responses for commands and requests are:
- Positive responses: - Negative responses:
a. Yes, of course a. Im sorry I cant
b. Certainly b. sorry, I cant
c. All right c. Im sorry, but I have to ..
d. Ok
C. Read this passage carefully.
FIRE INSTRUCTIONS
Most workplaces provide fire training for a certain number of employees. An untrained
person should not try to put out a serious fire.
When there is a fire, most people are frightened. Workers must know what they should do, if
there is a fire. Most workplaces have written fire instructions. These instructions should be on
the wall beside the fire extinguishers and fire exits. Here are fire instructions to remember.
FIRE INSTRUCTIONS
In case of fire
1. Sound the alarm
2. If possible, put out the fire yourself
3. Use foam not water near electrical appliances
4. If you cant put the fire out, call the fire brigade.

When you hear the fire bell

5. Switch off the electrical appliances
6. Close all doors and windows
7. Leave the building quietly by the nearest exit
8. Wait at the assembly point or your name to be called
9. Do not stop to collect your belongings
10. Do not return to the building until the fire officer say you may

COMMAND & PROHIBITION

COMMAND
English Command is an expression to ask or to get something done by other people. Command
has two patterns, they are Verbal Command and Nominal Command.
VERBAL COMMAND
place a bare infinitive at the beginning of the sentence!

For Examples;
Stand up! (berdiri!/ berdirilah!)
Sit down! (duduk!/ duduklah!)
Come in! (masuk!/ masuklah!)
Come on in! (ayo masuk!/ ayo masuklah!)
Talk to me! (bicaralah padaku!)
Tell me! (beritahu saya!)
Go with me! (pergilah bersama/denganku!)
Love me! (cintai!/ cintailah aku!)
Help me! (tolong/bantu-lah aku!)
Stay with me! (tinggallah bersamaku!)
Get out! (keluar!)
Go to school! (pergilah ke sekolah!)
Go to sleep! (tidurlah!)
Buy me sate! (belikan saya sate!)
Come in time! (datanglah tepat waktu!)
Keep out! (menjauh dari sini!)
To make the command more polite, use please at the beginning or at the end of the sentence!
For Examples;
Please speak slowly! (tolong bicaralah yang pelan!)
Speak slowly, please! (tolong bicaralah yang pelan!)
Please sit down! (silahkan duduk!)
Sit down, please! (silahkan duduk!)
Please save me! (aku mohon selamatkanlah aku!)
NOMINAL COMMAND
KEY: place Be at the beginning of the sentence! And use a non-verb behind it! Read more
.......

For Examples;
Be careful! (ber-hati-hatilah!/ hati-hati!)
Be deligent! (rajin-rajinlah!)
Be silent! (tenanglah!/ diamlah!)
Be quiet! (tenanglah!/ diamlah!)
Be a good student! (jadilah siswa yang baik!)
Be at home soon! (beradalah dirumah/ pulanglah segera!)
Be on time! (tepat waktulah!)
Be aware of dog! (awas anjing!)
Study this follows!
Please be honest to me! (tolong-jujurlah padaku!)
Be honest to me, please! (tolong-jujurlah padaku!)
PROHIBITION
USAGE: Prohibition is an expression to warn other people not to do something. Or to forbide.
Like in Command expression, Prohibition also has two patterns, they are Verbal Prohibition and
Nominal Prohibition.
VERBAL PROHIBITION
KEY: place Dont or Do not before a Bare Infinitive!

For Examples;
Dont do it! (jangan lakukan itu!)
Dont lie to me! (jangan bohong padaku!)
Dont enter the room! (jangan masuk ke ruangan itu!)
Do not follow me! (jangan ikuti saya!)
Dont steal! (janganlah mencuri!)
Dont go away from me! (jangan pergi dariku!)
Dont leave me alone! (jangan tinggalkan aku sendiri!)
Dont forget! (jangan lupa!)
Dont move! (jangan bergerak!)
Dont disturb him! (jangan ganggu dia!)
Dont play truant! (jangan membolos!)
Dont let me down! (jangan kecewakan aku!)
Dont let him go! (jangan lepaskan dia!)
Dont let her break your love! (jangan biarkan dia putuskan cintamu!
Dont make me angry! (jangan membuatku marah!)
Dont make me do it! (jangan paksa aku melakukannya!)

Dont shout! (jangan teriak!)

Dont read loudly (jangan baca dengan keras!)
Dont trust him! (jangan mempercayainya!)
Dont blame her! (jangan salahkan dia!)
To make a polite prohibition, use please at the beginning or at the end of the sentence!
Please dont cry! (janganlah menangis!)
Dont cry, please! (janganlah menangis!)
Please dont shoot the bird! (tolong jangan tembak burung itu!)
Dont shoot the bird, Please! (tolong jangan tembak burung itu!)

NOMINAL PROHIBITION
KEY: Place Dont Be or Do Not Be before a non-verb!

For Examples;
Dont be lazy! (jangan malas!)
Dont be crazy! (jangan konyol!)
Dont be stupid! (jangan bodoh!)
Dont be careless! (jangan ceroboh!)
Dont be stingy! (janganlah pelit!)
Dont be late! (jangan terlambat!)
Dont be confused! (jangan bingung!)
Dont be angry at me! (jangan marah padaku!)
When we would like to emphasize something forbidden to do, we can change the main element
of prohibition structure by using Never.
For Examples;
Dont touch her!
or,
Dont ever touch her!
or,
Never touch her!
Beside the pattern above, we can also use this follows pattern!

For Examples;
No smoking! (dilarang merokok!)
No parking! (dilarang parkir!)
This follows is included both prohibition and command although there is no an exact pattern in it
we can find because it warns everybody about something important to or not to do something
when they read it, like;
Danger! (Bahaya!)
Study this following sentence and translate it into Indonesian language!
Speak to me!
Look at me!
Think it first!
Put it down!
Dont waste your time and money!
Never see my daughter!
Try to speak English!
Keep your promise!
Dont forget to come here immediately!
Be mine, shinta!
Dont be naughty!
Never be right here anymore!
Close your eyes!
Keep writing!
Stop smoking!
Start to write down!
Keep your words!
Keep the baby!
Send this letter to the post office, please!
Turn off the light!
Pray dawn on time!

Apology expression
Read the dialogues below carefully!
1. A woman is talking with her sons high- school principal.
Piero : Well, Mrs. Quitman, its look like your son going to be a Harvard man next year.
Mrs. Quitman : Dr. Piero, how can we ever thank you? Youve done so much to help
our boy.
Piero : No need to thank me. Its part of my job, after all.
Mrs. Quitman : Well, thank you again anyway. We really appreciate the time and
interest youve taken.
2. Mother and a daughter in the home.
Mother : Can you help me to cook our dinner, please?
Her daughter : I am sorry, Mummy, I have to finish my homeworks, but I can help you
to prepare our dessert, Mom.
Mother : Can I show my appreciation by buying you an ice cream, tomorrow?
A daughter : Dont mention it.
Perhatikan ketiga dialog di atas dengan seksama, ada berbagai macam ungkapan
yang berbeda- beda dalam tiap dialog tersebut. Ungkapan ungkapan tersebut, yaitu:
gratitude/ thanking expression (ungkapan terima kasih), apology expression (ungkapan
permintaan maaf), asking and giving information ( menanyakan dan memberi
informasi)
Study this explanation carefully!
1. Thanking/ Gratitude expression (ungkapan terima kasih)
Thanking
Thanks

Responding
Its O.K

Thank you

Never mind

Thank you for calling

Thank you

That was very kind of you

Not problem

It was very nice of you to help me

Thats all right

How can I ever thank you?

Youre welcome

I cant thank you enough

Dont mention it

I really appreciate what youve done for my family.

Thats quite all right

Can I show my appreciation by buying you some of junk No need to thank me

foods?
It was my pleasure
Thank
much

you

very

2. Apology expression (ungkapan permintaan maaf)

Im sorry

Apologizing

Forgiving
Forget about that

I apologize

Dont worry about that

Sorry about that

No problem

I beg your pardon

I forgive you

I apologize for saying that

I accept your apologies

I must apologize for my sons rudeness

You dont have to apologize

Please forgive me for having thrown your book Theres no need to apologize
away.
Posted by Admin at 8:42 PM
Expression of Apologizing
Ditulis oleh Imam Khanafi 1 Comment
Expression of Apologizing adalah suatu cara menyampaikan ekspresi ungkapan permintaan
maaf dalam bahasa inggris yang tentunya banyak variasi kalimatnya sesuai dengan konteks dan
situasinya. Tidak harus semua variasi digunakan dan jangan terlalu fokus untuk belajar
menguasai grammar bahasa inggris dalam melatih conversation sebagaimana yang telah
dijelaskan di modul [Link]

(Inside the classroom)

Gilang : Hey,
Robi. Where is Mita?
Robi : Mita? I think she is meeting her friend at another class
Gilang : Is that her lunch box on her desk?
Robi : I think so, whats wrong with her lunch box?
Gilang : I have a good idea, lets play a prank on her!
Gisel : Guys, Im sorry for interrupting your talk. Can I ask what time it is now? When will the
break time end?
Robi : Its 1.15 PM. I think we will have another class in 30 minutes.
Gisel : Alright, thanks Robi.
Robi : No problem.
Robi : Well, what is your idea, Gilang?
Gilang : Im going to hide her lunch box and she will really be in panic when seeing her lunch
box is missing. And that is going to be so funny. So, do you come with me, Robi?
Robi : Um I am sorry, I think Ill pass. I forget doing my math homework. I have to finish it
now before math class starts.
Gilang : Oh, okay, thats too bad. Ill do it by myself then.
Robi : Well, good luck then.
Gilang : (Gilang immediately grabs Mitas lunch box and goes out of the class but suddenly he
bumps into a teacher outside the class)
Mr. Ari : Pardon me, what makes you so in a rush, Gilang?
Gilang : Oh! Mr. Ari! Im terribly sorry, Sir! I was going to give this lunch box to my friend. Im
really sorry, Sir.
Mr. Ari : Thats alright, Gilang. Please be careful on your way.
Gilang : Thank you, Sir.
Mita : Gilang? What are going to do with that lunch box?
Gilang : Huh? Oh! Mita! I didnt notice you! (Gilang gets startled seeing Mita stand before
him all of a sudden)

Mita : Yes?
Gilang : Oh I think Im busted. Actually, I was going to play a prank on you by hiding your
lunch box. I am very sorry, Mita.
Mita : What? Oh my, I think I came in the right time.
Gilang : Please, forgive me Mita. I was only planning on playing a prank on you.
Mita : Well, Forget it. Just dont let this happen again
Gilang : Alright. Thank you, Mita!
Mita : For you information, thats not my lunch box.
Gilang : What?!
Vocabularies Expression of Apologizing
Adj. = adjective / kata sifat
v. = verb/ kata kerja
n. = noun / kata benda
Play a prank on (someone) = Menjahili, mengerjai (seseorang) v.
Lunch box = kotak makan siang n.
Desk = meja n.
Break time = waktu istirahat n.
In panic = menjadi panik adj.
Missing = menghilang, hilang adj.
I will pass = aku tidak ikut v.
Thats too bad = sayang sekali
by myself = seorang diri (diri sendiri)
Bump into = menabrak v.
In a rush = terburu-buru
notice = melihat, menyadari v.
Startled = terkejut adj.
Stand before = berdiri di depan v.
All of a sudden = tiba-tiba
busted = ketahuan (berbuat sesuatu dsb) adj.
Basic Sentences Expression of Apologizing
Cara umum mengucapkan permintaan maaf
- Sorry = Maaf
- I am sorry = Saya minta maaf, maafkan saya
- Please, Im sorry
Supaya permintaan maaf terlihat lebih mendalam
- I am very sorry = saya sungguh/sangat minta maaf
- I am terribly sorry
- I am extremely sorry

Permintaan maaf di suatu situasi terntentu

- I am sorry for disturbing (Maafkan saya karena menganggu)
- I am sorry for interrupting (Maafkan saya karena menyelak)
- Pardon me for
- I beg your pardon for
- Excuse me
Permintaan maaf secara formal dan sopan
- I apologize for my attitude = Saya meminta maaf atas sikap saya
- I apologize for my bad manners = Saya meminta maaf atas kelakuan buruk saya
- Please accept my apologies for everything = Mohon terima permintaan maaf saya atas
segalanya
- Forgive me for = Maafkan saya atas
Menerima Permintaan maaf orang lain
- Thats okay = Tak apa
- Thats alright
- Forget it = Lupakan saja
- It doesnt matter = Tidak apa-apa
- Dont worry about it = Jangan khawatir

Asking for information

Sometimes you want to ask English people for information. In English it is not very polite to
start a conversation with a direct question. For this reason we have a number of phras
Ten Expressions to Use In Speaking And Writing
1. Can you tell me...?
2. Could you tell me...?
3. I'd like to know...
4. D'you know...
5. (Got / Have you) any idea...?
6. Could anyone tell me...?
7. (Do / Would) you happen to know...?
8. I don't suppose you (would) know...?
9. I wonder if you could tell me...?
10. I wonder if someone could tell me...?
How To Use These Phrases In Your English
1. Phrases 1 - 10 are all followed by indirect questions. So 'What's the time?' becomes 'Can
you tell me what the time is?'.
2. Phrase 2 is a little more formal and polite than phrase 1.
3. Phrases 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 are polite and are good to use if you are asking a stranger or
you are asking at a public information desk.
4. Phrase 4 is more informal.
5. Phrases 5 and 7 are more informal if you say them with out the part in () brackets.
6. Phrases 9 and 10 are very formal and in an informal situation some people may react
strangely if they think that you are being sarcastic.
7. By using phrases 1 to 10, we make it easier for the listener to say 'Sorry I don't know'.
Asking and giving information
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How about your life?
It's a happy day I can meet you again in this forum.
Okay guys, it's time to learn about asking and giving information. If you want to know about
something or you are really curious about something, how do you express the expression of
asking and giving information? Now, i will tell you the expression of asking and giving
information.
Asking information
Excuse me. Who is she?
Can you tell me where you live?
Can you help me to find my spectacle?

Giving information
She is my mother
I live at Saraswati street number 10
I saw it in the living room an hour ago

Could anyone tell me what happen there?

Sorry to trouble you, but do you know
where my bag is?
Do you happen to know where Mr. Kukuh
is?
Do you see my new purple diary?

There is any car accident

Dont you remember that youve left it
in my table
He goes to the post office
Here it is. I have found it in yard

Read the conversation bellow:

Teacher and a student are in front of class.
Mr. Oyip : Do you understand this English journal?
A student : I am very sorry, Sir. I dont understand it yet.
Mr. Oyip : You dont have to apologize.
A student : Can you tell me where I can get all the reference related of this journal?
Mr. Oyip : Oh yeah, I have some books that may help you.
A students: Thank You very much sir.

Thanking people

The British have a great variety of ways to thank people and showing appreciation for a gift or
an act of kindness. Here are ten of them.
Ten Expressions to Use In Speaking And Writing
1. Thanks.
2. Cheers.
3. Thank you very much.
4. I really appreciate it.
5. You've made my day.
6. How thoughtful.
7. You shouldn't have.
8. That's so kind of you.
9. I am most grateful.
10. We would like to express our gratitude.

How To Use These Phrases In Your English

1. Phrases 1 and 2 are fairly informal. People often say them without really thinking about
it. We use them when somebody does something small to help you.
2. Phrases 3 and 4 are more formal. We use these when somebody has done something quite
large or important to help you.
3. We use phrase 6 when somebody gives you a present. We are saying thank you to the
other person for thinking about you and deciding to give a present.
4. Phrase 7 is also for receiving a present. You are saying that the other person is too
generous. It does NOT mean that the person speaking is angry or annoyed.
5. Phrases 9 and 10 are more formal. Phrase 10 is especially formal and is only used in
business letters and formal speeches.

112 Phrases for Saying Thank You in Any Situation

What is the best way to say thank you? How to say thank you?
This is a very popular question that many of our students often ask. In fact, there are several
ways to express your gratitude!
In this article, we will look at the various ways of saying thanks, and how they would differ in
a number of situations. Whether you need to say it formally or informally. To a friend or to a
colleague. For a gift or for someones help. Theres a whole variety of phrases you can use!
Everyone wants to be appreciated, so say it the right way, and show that you mean it by being
sincere, rather than seeming as if you are just saying thank you out of obligation.
Its not just about expressing verbal gratitude, but also about using the right body language and
selecting the right words!
Have a look at the various options below, and pick the right one for the occasion

SOME BASIC PHRASES

Thank you
Thanks.
Thanks a lot.
Thank you very much.
Thank you. Thats very kind of you.
Thank you. Youre so helpful.
Thanks for your kind words.
Thank you for coming here today.

I love your dress; you look so beautiful! Thank you very much.
Would you like a sandwich? Oh, thanks. I would love one.
Can I help you with anything? No, thank you. Im fine at the moment.

SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR TEACHER

This can be done in many ways. As we know, teachers are generally helpful, considerate,
encouraging, and forthcoming towards their students.
The way you say it would depend on what you are saying thank you for. Teachers are some of
the most influential and inspiring people that we come across in our lives, yet they tend to be
regrettably under-appreciated.
Just writing a simple thank you note, or saying a few special words will go a long way, and be
remembered for years to come. Even recommending your teacher to others is a great way to
show that you really enjoyed studying with them!
Phrases with examples:

Thank you I really appreciate your help.

I am eternally grateful for everything youve taught me.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom with me.
I cannot thank you enough for helping me.
I am very thankful that you are my teacher.
How can I ever thank you enough.
Teachers like you are not easy to find.
I really appreciate all the hard work youve done to help me.
I am grateful for the positive learning environment you provided me with.
I have learnt so much, thanks to you.
Thank you for your guidance and support.
Thank you for helping me improve.
I want you to know how much I value your support.
Your lessons have been very insightful and fun!

I have had so much fun learning with you!

Your approach to teaching inspires me.
Thank you for being patient and helping me improve.
I wholeheartedly appreciate everything youve done for me.
Youre the best teacher ever!

I just want to say how grateful I am that you were my teacher. Your guidance and
support has been amazing! Thank you for helping me improve
I really appreciate all the hard work youve done to help me. I have learnt so much, and
its all thanks to you!
You were there for me every step of the way, and I wholeheartedly appreciate
everything youve done for me.
Thank you for being so patient, and helping me improve! Teachers like you are hard to
find, and Im eternally grateful for everything youve taught me.
I had so much fun learning with you. Your lessons were very insightful and interactive,
so thank you. Youre the best teacher ever!

SAYING THANK YOU AT A WEDDING

There are various reasons why people would want to express thanks to wedding guests. Maybe
they bought an extravagant wedding present, gave a generous monetary gift, helped with the
preparations, or simply turned up to join in the special celebrations!
It could even be that you were the wedding guest, and would like to thank them for the invite!
Pick the right words and remember to make everyone feel like you really appreciate what
theyve done for you.
Phrases with examples:

Thank you for coming.

Thank you for joining us today.
We appreciate you sharing our celebrations with us.
Thank you for sharing this special day with us.
We really appreciate your presence here.
Thank you for the gift, were very grateful.
I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful gift.
We will remember this day and your contribution forever.
You were invaluable today, thank you for all your help.
What would we have done without your help? Thank you so much. (Rhetorical question)
Thank you ever so much for your generous gift.
Words cannot describe how grateful we are.
It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day.
Thank you for inviting me to share your special day.
Im very happy to be a part of your celebrations.

Thank you for coming today. Its been such a wonderful day, and we really appreciate
you sharing it with us.
Thank you for the gift, and for joining us today. Its been so special, and were really
glad you were her.
Thank you so much for everything you did to help make this day perfect. What would we
have done without you? (Rhetorical question)
Thank you for all the lovely gifts, and for being here with us. It means a lot.
Words cannot describe how grateful we are for your generous gift. Thank you ever so
much.
It was a pleasure to be a part of your special day. Thank you for inviting me, and
sharing your happiness.

SAYING THANK YOU TO YOUR BOSS

Managers, supervisors, and other people in superior positions to you at work can be quite hard to
speak to on a regular day, let alone when having to say thank you for something!
Especially if they have given you something you really needed, such as extended holiday time,
professional support or even a promotion!
Using the right words is very important, if you want them to really understand how grateful you
are, and that youre not just saying thanks because theyre your boss and you have to..!
Phrases with examples:

Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it.
As a supervisor, you are truly inspirational to your staff.
Your strong leadership skills along with your support has earned you much deserved
respect.

Your support and dedication to your team has earned you much deserved admiration.
I am thankful to be a part of your team.
The workers have seen your dedication, and we would like to express our appreciation.
We are grateful for your kindness, loyalty and commitment to all of us.
If there ever was a boss who deserves praise and adulation, that person is you!
Thank you for providing us with such a great working environment.
I want to thank you for the expression of faith in my abilities.
I would like to sincerely thank you for this gesture.
Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me.
I value the trust you have put into me and will work hard to maintain it.
Thank you very much for putting your trust in me and agreeing to my extended holiday
request.
I am eternally grateful for your trust, and appreciate you allowing me to have this time
off work.
Thank you for your support, guidance and encouragement.
Thank you for the opportunities you provided, and for having faith in me.
I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for giving me this opportunity.
I would like to sincerely thank you for such a fantastic opportunity. I appreciate your
faith in my abilities and will certainly do my very best to meet your expectations.
Allow me to express my sincerest gratitude for this opportunity you have given me. I am
eternally grateful for the trust you have put in me and will work hard to maintain it.
Thank you for extending compassion and flexibility when I needed it. As a supervisor,
you are truly inspirational to your staff.

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SAYING THANK YOU IN FORMAL BUSINESS

In the business world, sometimes it is important to express thanks to people other than your boss
too, such as colleagues, other firms, or even clients!
Showing that you appreciate them placing their business with you, providing support, or even
partnership, is important. Here is how you can say it well. Most of these can be used for direct
contact or email communication.
Phrases with examples:

Thank you very much; your support is greatly appreciated.

We would like to express our gratitude.
I am most grateful for your support.
Thank you for providing the requested information.
Thank you for all your assistance.
Thank you for raising your concerns.
Thank you for your kind co-operation.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Thank you for your consideration.
Thank you once again for everything youve done.
How kind you are to help me. Thank you very much.
Thank you for spending time with me.
Thank you for taking the trouble to help me. I do appreciate it.
Many thanks for your assistance in our project.
Many thanks for your letter/email.
I was so pleased to hear from you.
I greatly appreciate your kind words.

I am very thankful that you are considering my problem.

Thank you for your kind consideration.

I was so pleased to hear from you, and am very thankful that youre considering my
problem. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
I would like to express my gratitude for all that you have done. I am most grateful for
your support. Thank you for taking the time to help me, I really do appreciate it.
I am very thankful that you are considering my application. I appreciate your response
and look forward to hearing from you again soon.
Thank you for raising your concerns. I appreciate your co-operation and will respond
to your query very soon.

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ACCEPTING THANKS

Thats all right.

Youre welcome.
Youre very welcome.
Dont mention it.
Not at all.
It wasnt a problem at all.
Its nothing.
Its my pleasure.
The pleasure is all mine.
My pleasure.

Thanks a lot for your help, youre very kind. Dont mention it.
Thanks a lot for looking after the children. Its my pleasure. I love children.
Thank you so much. I couldnt have managed without your help. No problem.
Thank you for such a wonderful gift. Youre very welcome.

ASKING & GIVING OPINION

Opinion includes the words of opinion and argument/ reasons.

Opinion dialogue is a dialog consists of two persons or more who have opinion each
others. It can use the expressions, such as in my opinion, in my view, I think etc.
Argument dialogue is a dialog that states the arguments or reasons. It can use the words
such as first, second etc for arranging arguments.

Asking opinion :
Formal :
Informal:

Have you got any comments on ..

Do you have any idea?
Do you have any opinion on
Would you give me your opinion
on.?
What is your reaction to
What is your opinion about.?
What are you feeling
about.?
What are your views on.?
Please give me your frank opinion?

What do you think of.?

What do you think about?
What is your opinion?
Why do they behave like that?
Do you think its going?
How do you like?
How was the trip?
How do you think of Rinas idea ?
How do you feel about this dicition?

Giving opinion

Informal

Formal :

I personally believe ..
I personally consider .
I personally think /feel .
I hold the opinion .
My own view of the matter is
Well, personally .
If I had my view, I would ..

I think I like it.

I dont think I care for it.
I think its good/nice/terrific..
I think that awful/ not nice/
terrible
I dont think much of it.
I think that..
In my opinion, I would rather.
In my case ..
What Im more concerned with .
What I have in my mind is
The way I see is that
No everyone will agree with me, but
.
To my mind ..

From my point of view .

Dialog Example
Mr. Zoe : What do you think of my new house?
Shane : It is beautiful. I think. Oh you have many novels in your new house.
Mr. Zoe : Yeah, some. I like Andrea Hiratas novels.
Shane : How do you feel about Andrea Hiratas novels ?
Mr. Zoe : I feel they are great novels.
Shane : Yes, you are right. I think it is going to rain.
Mr. Zoe : I dont think so. Look outside at the sky! Its so clear. No clouds there.
Shane : But I watched the weather forecast yesterday. It said that today is going
to rain. OK Mr. Zoe see you.

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(Meminta dan Memberikan Pendapat)

Opinion is including the words of opinion and argument/ reasons.
Opinion dialogue is a dialog consists of two persons or more who have opinion each others. It
can use the expressions, such as in my opinion, in my view, I think etc. Argument dialogue is a
dialog that states the arguments or reasons. It can use the words such as first, second etc for
arranging arguments.
Asking opinion :
Formal :
- Have you got any comments on ..
- Do you have any idea?
- Do you have any opinion on
- Would you give me your opinion on.?
- What is your reaction to
- What is your opinion about.?
- What are you feeling about.?
- What are your views on.?
- Please give me your frank opinion?
Informal
- What do you think of.?
- What do you think about?

- What is your opinion?

- Why do they behave like that?
- Do you think its going?
- How do you like?
- How was the trip?
- How do you think of Rinas idea ?
- How do you feel about this dicition?
Giving opinionFormal :
- I personally believe ..
- I personally consider .
- I personally think /feel .
- I hold the opinion .
- My own view of the matter is
- Well, personally .
- If I had my view, I would ..
Informal
- I think I like it.
- I dont think I care for it.
- I think its good/nice/terrific..
- I think that awful/not nice/terrible
- I dont think much of it.
- I think that..
- In my opinion, I would rather.
- In my case ..
- What Im more concerned with .
- What I have in my mind is
- The way I see is that
- No everyone will agree with me, but .
- To my mind ..
- From my point of view .
- If you aks me, I feel .
- Absolutely
AGREIING AND DISAGREEING FOR AN OPINION
Agreeing
Yes, I agree with John.
Yes, I think that's a good
point.
I'll go along with that.

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Note :

Disagreeing
I'm sorry, but I can't agree with John.
I think you may have missed the
point there ...
Sorry, I can't go along with that.

Informal Expressions are used in a situation where you are talking between friends or
close friends.
The expressions usually respond to something that you discuss in an informal situation.
Formal Expressions are used in a situation where you are talking in a formal situation, such
as in the office or school between the teacher and students
Think about is used when a person is occupied with something or somebody
Example : I cant stop thinking about her
think of is used to imagine something. You can actually replace the word think of with the
word imagine.

Dialog Examples:
Mr. Zoe : What do you think of my new house?
Shane : It is beautiful. I think. Oh you have many novels in your new house.
Mr. Zoe : Yeah, some. I like Andrea Hiratas novels.
Shane : How do you feel about Andrea Hiratas novels ?
Mr. Zoe : I feel they are great novels.
Shane : Yes, you are right. I think it is going to rain.
Mr. Zoe : I dont think so. Look outside at the sky! Its so clear. No clouds there.
Shane : But I watched the weather forecast yesterday. It said that today is going
to rain. OK Mr. Zoe see you.
Exercises
Choose A, B, C, or D as the best answer.
1. What do you thimk of ................. ?
a. Play tennis
b. Go jogging
c. Going to the beach

d. Swim
2. A : What do you think about the film ?
B : I think .......................
a. It good
b. The film great
c. Its very interesting
d. It useless
3. ........................ the boys are polite.
a. I dont think
b. I dont
c. What do you
d. What your opinion
4. Eric : I think our city is very hot at the moment.
Eric : I dont think so ................ Our city is much cooler than other cities in this country.
a. I know it
b. I am thinking of
c. He forget it
d. In my opinion
5. I think .....................
a. Practising English every day is very good
b. Go jogging is good
c. Read books every day is very important
d. My brother very diligent

Talking about likes and dislikes

Expressing likes and dislikes
To talk about your likes and dislikes, you can use these expressions.
Expressing likes:

I like
I love...
I adore
I m crazy about
Im mad about
I enjoy
Im keen on

Expressing dislikes:

I dont like
I dislike...
I hate
I abhor
I cant bear...
I cant stand
I detest...
I loathe...

Examples of likes and dislikes :

I'm mad about basketball, but I cant bear ice hockey.
I adore reading poetry, but I loathe doing the housework.
If you neither like nor dislike something:
"I don't mind doing the housework."
Things to remember about likes and dislikes:
1. When these expressions are followed by a verb, the latter is put in the -ing form.
Examples:

"I like listening to music."

"I hate wearing sunglasses."
I like
I detest

VERB+ING

I don't mind
2. Note that" very much" & " a lot" always come after the things you like.
Examples:
"I like basketball very much/a lot. NOT" I like very much/a lot basketball."
3. Be careful when you use "I don't mind..."
Examples:
"Do you mind playing football?"
"No, I don't mind."(Although it's in a negative form, it means that it's ok for me. I neither love it
nor hate it.)
Dialogue:
Steve is at home. His girlfriend comes in...Notice how they express their likes and dislikes
Steve:
Girlfriend:
Steve:
Girlfriend:
Steve:
Girlfriend:

Hello, darling. Do you fancy watching a film tonight?

Oh, no thanks, I don't really feel like watching a film tonight. How
about going out instead.
OK. Do you feel like going to the theater?
Oh, no. I hate it. Do you like eating at the new Chinese restaurant?
I don't mind. The Chinese cuisine is alright.
Well I really love it. Let's go.

Expressing lack of understanding and asking for clarification

Here is a list of useful English phrases you can use to express lack of understanding (that is,
when you fail to understand what has been said to you) and seek clarification from the person
you are talking to.

How to express lack of understanding

When you fail to understand what has been said to you you can use these expressions:

I beg your pardon?

I beg your pardon, but I don't quite understand.
I'm not quite sure I know what you mean.
I'm not quite sure I follow you.
I don't quite see what you mean.
I'm not sure I got your point.
Sorry, I didn't quite hear what you said.
Sorry, I didn't get your point.
I don't quite see what you're getting at.

How yo ask for clarification

When you don't understand what someone has said, you can ask for clarification using the
following expressions:

What do you mean by...?

Do you mean...?
Could you say that again, please?
Could you repeat please?
Could you clarify that, please?
Would you elaborate on that , please?
Could you be more explicit?
Could you explain what you mean by...?
Could you give us an example?
I wonder if you could say that in a different way.
Could you put it differently, please?
Could you be more specific, please?

Clarifying one's point or idea

To clarify your idea you can use the following expressions:

Let me explain that...

Let me explain that in more detail...
Let me put it in another way...
Sorry let me explain...
In other words...
To say this differently...
To put it differently...

Asking for and giving clarification

Asking for and giving clarification adalah ekspresi ungkapan meminta dan memberi
penjelasan/uraian.
Ada beberapa contoh ungkapan ekspresi berikut yang dapat digunakan untuk meminta dan
memberi penjelasan atau uraian (clarification).
1. Asking for clarification
Formal
I beg your pardon but I don't quite follow / understand.
Pardon me.
Can / Could / Would you repeat that again, please?
I wonder if you could say that in a different way?
Normal
Do you think we could / Can we / go over that again?
Would you mind repeating that?
Would you mind saying that again?
Sorry, but I'm not sure I'm following you.
Excuse me, but I didn't catch the last part / the part about...
I'm sorry, but what did you say about...?
Do you think you could repeat the part about...once again please?
Informal
I didn't / don't get that.
What was that?
You lost me.
What did you say?

 Again, please.
Say that again.
I don't get it.
I'm lost / confused.
What?
Huh?
2. Giving clarification
This is what I mean.
Well, what I m trying to say is that
What I mean is
The point is
Let me say in other words.

Expressing certainty and uncertainty

Certainty and uncertainty
Certainty is the state of being completely confident or having no doubt about something.
However, uncertainty is when nothing is ever decided or sure.
Expressing certainty
When you are sure that something will or will not happen in the future, use these expressions.
For example to the question:
"Will John pass the exam?"
you may respond as follows:
absolutely sure
quite sure
I'm
he will.
certain
positive
Yes,
definitely.
certainly.
of course.
or
absolutely sure
quite sure
I'm
he won't.
certain
positive
No,
definitely not.
certainly not.
of course not.
Expressing uncertainty
When you are not sure whether something or someone will or will not happen, use the following
expressions.
For example, to the question:
"Will John follow a career in business?"
you may respond as follows:

I wouldn't like to say for certain.

it's possible,
I'm not sure
it's impossible,
I doubt it.
it might be,
I suppose, but
I have my own doubts.
it might not be,
it's doubtful.
Well, it could happen,
It's highly / very unlikely.
you never know of course,
no one can know for certain.
I can't tell you for sure.

Expressing certainty & uncertainty

Read the following word groups aloud several times. Please dont try to learn by heart. Your
sub-conscious mind will do that job, even without your knowledge, and rush onto your tongue
whenever required. Yes, your job is just to read these word groups aloud several times.
A.
Expressing certainty.
Im sure shes right.
Im sure of it.
Im sure.
Im certain about that.
Im convinced of it.
I certainly believe that he was in the wrong way.
I have no doubt about it.
Im convinced we are not to trust him.
Im sure shes done the right thing.
Im absolutely sure that he is from the United States.
I know what shes going to do.
Im certain that shes the one who did it.
Im quite sure that they had met earlier.
I dont doubt that he wanted to help her.
I feel quite sure that it was John.
Obviously
Theres no doubt about
Theres no doubt about it in my mind.
Theres no doubt that she comes from a royal family.
Hell come, Im sure of it.
He doesnt stand a chance of winning.
Shell be here in time, Im sure.
Shes innocent.
She will only start tomorrow, Im certain about that.
Without doubt, hes one of the best singers we have.
Its quite certain she was trying to fool you.
They must have left by now.
Its clear that she knows him.
Obviously, she is against this proposal.
We were at fault.
Its impossible that he could have seen her there.
B.
Expressing uncertainty.
I dont think so.
I cant make up my mind.

I cant decide if I should invite them.

I dont think youre right.
I havent a clue.
Im not sure about it.
Im in two minds whether or not to do it.
Im not sure.
Im not sure what to do next.
Im just not sure.
Im in two minds about doing it.
Im in two minds whether to accept it or not.
Im not sure whether he knows it.
Im a bit uncertain about this.
I dont believe this is true.
I dont know what to tell them
I dont know whether to accept it or not.
I dont know whether to do it or not.
I dont believe that he can do it.
I dont believe him.
I cant believe it, I really cant.
I cant decide whether to take it back or not.
I cant decide what to do.
I cant decide whether to invite him or not.
Ill possibly be able to do it.
I must say I find that very odd.
Yes, I suppose so.
May be Ill buy it, may be I wont.
Well, of course.
Its up to you.
Hes possibly one of our best workers.
Do you think I should call him?
Perhaps the answer is to leave it to chance.
Oh, I feel in such a muddle.
He cant have known about it.
He cant do it, I think.
If only I knew what to do.
Tell me a way out.
Well, may be.
Look, I dont know what to do.
Oh, I dont know.
May be I shouldnt do it.
Perhaps I should write to his Secretary first.
C.
Asking about certainty and uncertainty.
Are you quite sure?

Are you absolutely sure?

Are you sure that hes her brother?
Are you absolutely certain it was Mary?
Do you think so?
Do you believe that he did it?
Do you think hell come?
Do you suppose that hes right?
How do you know?
So youre quite sure, are you?
You couldnt have been mistaken, could you?
Was it, really?
How sure are you?
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Expressions for Agreeing and Disagreeing

This page is about words and phrases that we use when we agree or disagree with someone in
English.
Stating an opinion

In my opinion...
The way I see it...
If you want my honest opinion....
According to Lisa...
As far as I'm concerned...
If you ask me...

Asking for an opinon

What's your idea?

What are your thoughts on all of this?
How do you feel about that?
Do you have anything to say about this?
What do you think?
Do you agree?
Wouldn't you say?

Expressing agreement

I agree with you 100 percent.

I couldn't agree with you more.
That's so true.
That's for sure.
(slang) Tell me about it!
You're absolutely right.
Absolutely.
That's exactly how I feel.
Exactly.
I'm afraid I agree with James.
I have to side with Dad on this one.
No doubt about it.
(agree with negative statement) Me neither.
(weak) I suppose so./I guess so.
You have a point there.
I was just going to say that.

Expressing disagreement

I don't think so.

(strong) No way.

I'm afraid I disagree.

(strong) I totally disagree.
I beg to differ.
(strong) I'd say the exact opposite.
Not necessarily.
That's not always true.
That's not always the case.
No, I'm not so sure about that.

Interruptions

Can I add something here?

Is it okay if I jump in for a second?
If I might add something...
Can I throw my two cents in?
Sorry to interrupt, but...
(after accidentally interrupting someone) Sorry, go ahead. OR Sorry, you were
saying...
(after being interrupted) You didn't let me finish.
Here are some expressions you can use to agree and disagree. You will need to use these
expressions in a discussion activity.

Agreeing
Thats right!
Absolutely!
Exactly!
Me too!
Yes, I agree!
I totally agree!
I couldnt agree more!
I see exactly what you mean!
You're right. That's a good point.

Disagreeing
I dont agree!
I totally disagree!
Absolutely not!
Thats not right!
Im not sure about that.

Partly agreeing
I agree up to a point, but ...
I see your point, but ...

Thats partly true, but ...

I'm not so sure about that.

It is always a good idea to justify

your opinions. Dont just say I
agree, but say I agree because I
think that ... (explain your reason

Asking, Giving, Offering, and Refusing a Help

Asking for help

Example :
- Could you clean up the blackboard, please?
- Would you please clean up this room?
- Can you help me to bring my bag to the class, please?
- Would you mind to bring this book to the class?

Giving a help
Example :
- Certainly
- With pleasure
- No problem
- Sure
- Ok
- Of course

Refusing to give a help

Example :
- I'm afraid I can't
- I'm sorry, I don't have time
- Not now, I'm busy
- Sorry, I can't
- I would love to, but I can't. Because ......................

Offering a help
Example :
- May I help you?
- Can I help you?
- Do you need some help?

- What can I do for you?

- Need some help?

Accepting an offer of help

Example :
- That's very kind of you
- Yes, please
- Just like what I needed

Refusing an offer of help

Example :
- No, thank you for offering
- No, really, I can manage
- No, don't bother, really

Dialog :
1. Staff : Excuse me, ma'am. Could I help you with your bags?
Guest : Of course. Thank you for your offer
Staff : You're welcome
2. Aurel : Excuse me, Can you help me to clean this room, please?
Vira : Sure
Aurel : Thanks
3. Cindy : Would you please tidy up your class?
Vira : Not now, I'm busy
4. Cindy : Do you need some help?
Aurel : Just ike what I needed. Well, Can you help me to bring this book?
Cindy : No problem

OFFERING, ACCEPTING & REFUSING OFFER

OFFERING, ACCEPTING AND REFUSING OFFER
Offer means to give something physical or abstract to someone which can be taken as a gift or
a trade.
Offer can be in terms of food, money, solutions, friendship or a bargain
Offer means to give help. It can be taken or refused.
1. OFFERING THINGS
Offering things in English is important for every time we want to be polite, host people at your
home or work, etc. We can use the phrases below which is about how to accept offers graciously
if we want to treat our guests generously
Here are some of the most important phrases used to offer something :
Can I get you some?
Would you like some..?
May I offer you some?
Would you like me to get you some..?
Informal:
How about some?
What about some?
What do you say about some?
Are you up for some?
Contoh Dialog:

Formal Dialogue
Person 1: Can I get you something to
drink?
Person 2: Yes, that would be nice,
Thank you
Person 1: May I offer you some tea?
Person 2: Thank you.

Informal Dialogue
Person 1: Are you up for some
dinner?
Person 2: Hey, thanks. Whats on the
menu?
Person 1: What about something to
drink?
Person 2: Sure, do you have any
coffee?

2. ACCEPTING OFFER
Accepting offers is as important as we offer something. We have to make sure to thank our host
to show our politeness. The following phrases are commonly used when accepting an offer:

Thank you.
Yes, please.
Id like it very much.
Thank you, I would.
That would be very nice.

Contoh Dialog:
Person 1: May I get you some to drink?
Person 2: Yes, Id love to get some tea.

Person 1: Would you like me to get you some food?

Person 2: That would be nice. Thank you. 3. REFUSING OFFER
If we dont want to accept an offer, be sure to politely refuse. Offering an excuse is
also a good idea in order not to offend your kind host.
Politely refusing offers:

No, thanks.
No, I really wont, thank you.
Not for me thanks.
No, thanks. Im not hungry.
Thank you, but Im on a diet.
Thats very kind. Unfortunately, Id like to, but

Expression of making accepting and declining invitation

Sometimes, we have a situation and have to also invite some of friends to come. There are many
situations that probably happened in our daily life, such as meeting, birthday party, graduation
party etc. of course, we have to make an invitation for our guests. There will be two answers for
them who are invited by us, they may come or accept the invitation and they may not come or
decline the invitation. The situation will be divided into formal and informal. There is differences
expression that is use in the different context of situation.
Expression to make, accept or decline in vitiation in formal situation.
Making in vitiation

Would you like to?

I would very happy if?

We would be delighted if you?

Would you care to..?

We would be pleased if you could?

Would you care to?

Accepting invitation

Thats very kind of you

Wed like very much to.

What a delightful idea

With the greatest pleasure

Thank you very much for inviting me

Its delightful to.

Declining invitation

Im very sorry, I dont

Think I can.

Id like to, but .

Im afraid Ive

Already promised.

Thank you for asking me, but .

Unfortunately , I cant.

Expression to make, accept or decline in vitiation informal situation

Making invitation

Why dont you come to

Like to come to

Come and

Shall we come to

You must come to

Accepting invitation

I would/will

That would be very nice

OK,I will be there !

Id like love to come.

All right.

Sure, I am coming

Declining invitation

Sort, I cant.

Id love to, but

I dont think I can.

In wish I could, but

Sorry, I am very busy

Sorry, may be next time

Thank you, but I cant

Sorry, I dont think I

Cant make it

Im so sorry I can make it

Expression of Congratulation
Many good things can happen to people, like graduating from school, getting promotion or
getting engaged. How do you express your best wishes to someone who is experiencing one of
these happy moments?

Using Congratulatory Expressions and Its Responses.

EXPRESSIONS

RESPONSES

Congratulation!

I congratulate you in getting

Thanks so much

Thanks a million

Thanks a lot

Thank you for your kindness

the scholarship

Congratulation for your

successes.

Happy graduation,
congratulation wish you all the
best.

Please accept my heartiest

congratulations

You have done such a

wonderful job, congratulation

Congratulation for your new

baby, wish you happily ever after.

Congratulation, you got the

first rank. I know you can do your
best.

I know you will win the game,

and now you are the winner,
congratulation.

Some Short Conversations

Thanks

Dialog 1
You

: Hey,....whats up?

friend
you

: Nothing much. How are you?

: i'm fine....How about you.?

friend

: i'm very good,and you know..,I'm so happy because I got scholarship. I'm just

waiting
this for a long time..
You

: Wow,congratulation,i'm happy to hear that. I know you deserve to accept that.

friend

: thank you.

Dialog 2
Asti

: I heard you graduated with honors. Congratulations! You did it!

Bob

: Thanks a lot!

Asti

: What are you going to do next? Get a job?

Bob

: No, I am going to the States next moth to get my Masters.

Asti

: Thats great! Go for it! Good luck!

Bob

: Thanks!

Dialog 3
Eko

: Hi, Tri. I heard you and Anto are getting engaged next month. Congratulations! I

know
he is a real nice guy. I am happy for you.
Fitri

: Thanks a lot. Come to the engagement party, will you?

Eko

: When is it?

Fitri

: Its on March, the 3rd.

Eko

: I hope I can make it. But in case something comes up. I wish you all the best.

Completing the Dialog

Adi

: Good morning Uncle Bob. My parents say that you are getting married. Is that

true?
Bob

: Yeah,,,

Adi

: Gee, ________________________. Whos the lucky woman?

Bob

: Carol, a classmate in senior high.

Adi

: Well, I _________________________________

Bob

: thanks! But dont just wish me the best. You have to come to the wedding party.

Adi

: When is the big day?

Bob

: The 13th next month. I will send you an invitation. Please do come!

Adi

: Sure thing! _____________________________

Bob

: I can see you are! Thanks again.

EXPRESSIONS OF GIVING & RESPONDING COMPLIMENTS

Sebagai orang indonesia pasti sudah tidak asing lagi dengan yang namanya pujian (compliment).
Karena emang orang indonesia ini selain baik hati, ramah, dan santun, juga memiliki kelebihan
lain yaitu suka memuji lawan bicara untuk menyenangkan hati orang lain. Sobat pasti pernah kan
mengalaminya. Entah itu sobat yang memberikannya (pujian/compliment) atau yang
mendapatkannya dari sahabat sobat atau keluarga. Oke langsung saja kita penjelasan dibawah ini
untuk mendapatkan penjelasan lebih..
Definition of Expression of Compliment
Expression of Compliment is an expression that we say to express or give praise to someone
else. (Expression of Compliment adalah ekspresi yang kita katakan untuk mengungkapkan atau
memberikan pujian kepada orang lain).
Jadi ungkapan pujian atau kekaguman diberikan oleh seseorang kepada orang lain apabila ia
merasa heran atau merasa seseorang telah memiliki sesuatu yang luar biasa, bagus, indah atau
melakukan sesuatu yang dianggapnya diluar kemampuan normalnya.
Orang barar mengatakan compliment is used to butter up somebody or to flatter in order to
increase good will, for example :(pujian digunakan untuk menyanjung seseorang untuk
meningkatkan niat baik, misalnya)

 On his/her general appearance

If you notice something new about the persons appearance
When you visit someones house for the first time
When other people do their best
Asking for Compliments
What do you think of my new , (then)?
I think . suits me. Dont you?
Do you like my (new) ..?
Expressing Compliment
Well done!
Fantastic!
Thats great!
I like .
That/Those . is/are nice.
.. look/looks nice on you.
You do look nice in .
You have a beautiful hair.
You have a nice voice.
Mary got nine for English. What a clever girl.
How beautiful flower is.
What a beautiful flower.
Responding to a Compliment
Thank you/Thanks.
Its nice of you to say so.
Really? Im not sure about it, actualy.
Do you really think so?
Its very kind of you to say that.
Thanks, I need that.
Youve my day.

Contoh Dialog Tentang Complimenting

Dialog 1
Harsya: What a great Motorcycle you have, Pandu.
Pandu : Thank you, Harsya. I just finished modifying it.
Harsya: You mean this is the old motorcycle that you used to drive to school?
Pandu : Yes, it is.
Harsya: It looks a lot different. What did you do to it?
Pandu : Not much. I had it paint with a brighter colour and add some new accessories.
Harsya: Great job!
Pandu : Thanks.

Asking for and Giving advice

Expressions
Asking for advice:

I've got a bad toothache. What do you suggest?

What do you advise me to do?
What should I do?
What ought I to do?
What's your advice?
If you were me what would you do?

Giving advice

If I were you, I would go to the dentist.

Why don't you go to the dentist?
You'd better brush your teeth regularly.
You ought to/should avoid eating sweets.
If you take my advice, you'll go to the dentist.
It might be a good idea to brush your teeth on a regular basis.
I advise you to brush your teeth on a regular basis.
Have you thought about seeing a dentist.

Declining to give advice

I don't know what to advise, I'm afraid.

I wish I could suggest something, but I can't.
I wish I could help.
I'm afraid I can't really help you.

Things to remember about asking for and giving

advice:
1. "Advise" is a verb.
Example:
"I advise you to learn English. You will
undoubtedly need it in your higher studies"
2. "Advice" is a noun.
Example:
"My father gave me this piece of advice when I was
young: never give up"
3. "Ought to" has nearly the same meaning as

"should". The only difference is that "ought to " refers to a moral or external obligation but
should is more of an advice.
Example:
"You ought to stop smoking."
"You should stop smoking."
4. "You'd better" is the short form of "you had better"
Example:
"You'd better see a doctor!" = "You had better see the doctor"
Study the dialogue:
Student: I'm terrible at English and I think I should do something about it. What do
you advise me to do?
Teacher: I think you should try this website. It's a fantastic website for beginners.
Student: I've heard about it, but what do you think I should start with?
Teacher: You'd better start with the [Link], try the exercises.

Asking For And Giving Permission

Asking for and giving permission:
When you ask for permission to use something that belongs to someone else you have to do your
best to be polite. It is desirable to use the word "please."
Asking for Permission:

Can I go out, please?

May I open the window, please?

Please, can I have a look at your photo album?

Please, may I taste that hot spicy couscous dish?

Do you mind if I smoke?

Would you mind if I asked you something?

Is it okay if I sit here?

Would it be all right if I borrowed your mobile Phone?

Giving Permission:

Yes, please do.

Sure, go ahead.
Sure.
No problem.
Please feel free.

Refusing to give permission:

No, please dont.

Im sorry, but thats not possible.

I'm afraid, but you can't.

Dialogue:
Liza, eight years old, is asking her mother for permission to use the computer...

Liza:

Please mum, can I use the computer?

Her mother:

No, dear you can't. It's time to go to bed.

Liza:

May I read a story before I sleep?

Her mother:

Sure! But try to sleep early.

Liza:

Thanks a lot mummy.

Asking and Response for Repetition

Asking and Response for Repetition. There are many waysto ask someone in order to
repeat his or her statement orquestion, and there are also many ways to give response for
someone request to

repeat. We ask

for repetition in

order someone repeats

his words because we dont hear clearly or we dont catch what he or she said.

Below are some Expressions of Asking for Repetition

Formal

Could you repeat again, please?

Would you mind repeating that?

I beg your pardon, please.

Would you be louder, please?

(Im) Sorry, what did you say?

Informal

Im sorry, I couldnt understand you

her or

Im sorry, I didnt get that

Im sorry, I didnt catch that.

Im sorry, I didnt hear you.

What was that?

Can you repeat that?

What did you say?

Pardon me?

Pardon?

Whats that again?

Say that again?

What?

And below are some expressions of the Response

Directly repeat sentences

I said,.

Let me repeat my words

Well, I just wanna say that.

Here are two Examples of dialogues consist of Asking Repetition and the Responses.

Dialogue 1

Receptionist

: What can I do for you, Sir?

Mr. Agus

: Id like to book two rooms.

Receptionist

: Your name please?

Mr. Agus

: Agus Santoso

Receptionist

: I beg your pardon, please

Mr. Budi

: Agus Santoso

Receptionist

: Your address?

Mr. Budi

: Jl. Monginsidi no. 24 Bogor.

Receptionist

: Okay, you get room 405

Mr. Budi

: Thank you.

Dialogue 2

Nico : You look very happy, Fahmi. What has happened?

Ferdy : Guess what? Today is the happiest day in my life?

Nico : Really?

Ferdy : Yes. Finally, I got 100 on the last English test.

Nico : Sorry. Could you repeat what you just said?

Ferdy : I said I got 100 on the last English test.

Nic0 : What a surprise! But, anyway, congratulation on your big achievement

Starting a conversation
Starting a conversation
Hi, my name is _____.
Excuse me, can I talk to you for a minute?
Can I ask you for something?
Can I talk to you for a moment?
Bring in other people
What do you think (persons name)?
Whats your opinion?
Dont you agree with us?
Youre quiet today, (persons name)?
What are you thinking, (persons name)?
Checking another persons understanding
Do you follow me?
Have you got it?
Are you with me?
Be sure to ask if you have any questions.
Showing understanding
Now Ive got it.
I understand.
Im with you.
Uh-huh.
Um-hmm.
Asking for repetition / clarification
I didnt catch that.
I didnt hear you.
I missed that.
Im not following you.

Sorry, I dont see what you mean.

Would you mind saying that again?
Responding criticism
Please accept my apology.
It wont happen again.
I apologize.
Please forgive me.
Ending conversation
Id love to continue this conversation, but
Sorry, but I thinkk I should be going now.
Well, I dont want to take up any more of your time.
Ive got to go now.
Saying goodbye
It was nice talking to you.
Thanks for the information.
Speak to you soon.
Take care.
Take it easy.
See you later.

Giving and Responding to Good and Bad News

Giving news
There are different ways to give news:
Giving good and bad news

I'm really pleased to tell you...

I've got a bit of good news to tell you..
I've got some good / brilliant / great / wonderful / splendid news for you...
You know what! I've got a bit of great news for you...
Great news for you...
I'm afraid I've got some bad news for you...
I'm sorry I've got a bit of bad news to tell you..
I really dont know how to say it, but
Im sorry to have to say this, but
I really feel bad to have to say this, but

Responding to news
Responding to good news

Wow, that sounds exciting !

Thats great !
How fantastic !
What fantastic / good / brilliant / great / wonderful / splendid news!
That's good / brilliant / great / wonderful / splendid news!
That sounds like great news!
Congratulations!
Thats wonderful / fantastic!
Im glad to hear that!
Great news!
Incredible!
Superb!
Sounds great!
Lucky you!
Oh, how wonderful!
I cant believe that!

Responding to bad news

Im awfully sorry that

Im sorry to hear that..
Im sorry to hear such terrible news.

My goodness!
I cant believe it!
Poor you!
I do sympathize with you.
Please, accept my deepest sympathy.
I know how you must be feeling.
That must be awful
Oh, dear !
Too bad !
Thats awful / a pity / unfortunate.

Making And Answering Telephone Calls [Starting, Extending, Closing And Finishing
Telephone Or Hendphone Calls]
Posted by EB
Dialogue : Making and answering telephone calls
Answering a telephone call:
- Hello (informal)
- This is Mr. Smith residence
- This is 444-5769
Asking for the callers identity:
- Who is speaking? (informal)
- Who is talking? (informal)
- Who is this? (informal)
- May I ask whos calling?
- Who am I speaking to?

Introducing yourself:
- This is Nina (informal)
- This is Amy speaking. (formal)
- This is Sam calling for Sinta. (informal)

Asking to talk to someone:

- Is Danny there? (informal)
- Is Rebecca in? (informal)
- Can I talk to Jack? (informal)
- May I speak with Mr. Robinson, please?

When you make a telephone call, sometimes you are asked to hold so that the person who
receives the call can get the person you want to talk to. Here are some phrases to ask somebody
to hold:
- Just a second (informal)
- Wait a minute! (informal)
- Hang on a second! (informal)
- Could you please hold?

- One moment, please?

- Ill get him/her.

Contoh dialog:
Situation: Making reservation for booking a hotel room
Hotel Receptionist = HR
The caller = C
HR : Plaza Hotel, Good morningLeos speaking
C : Ah yes, I want to book 2 rooms for myself and my father.
Could you tell me the cost of a single room per night?
HR : Certainly. The rate of a single room is $ 40.
When would you like to have them?
C : From the 25th to 28th of February
HR : Arriving on the 25th, leaving on the 28th, three nights?
C : Thats right
HR : Just a moment please.
C : Alright.