1、A Dialogue a DayJanuaryWhos it for?Its for you.Hows it going?Great!How much does it cost?Sixty dollars.Do you have the time?Its ten thirty.Excuse me. May I come in?Sure. Come on in.Wheres the toilet?Over there.May I use your phone?No problem.Could you do me a favor?It depends.Wheres the nearest bank
2、?Its just around the corner.Would you like some more rice?No, Thanks. Im full.What would you like to drink?Ill just have water.Whats todays date?Its January 13.What day is it today?Its Friday.Where are you from?Im from Canada.Whens your birthday?Its just around the corner.Can I borrow some money fro
3、m you?No way!What bring you to Taiwan?Im here on business.Wheres your hometown?Kenting.Is this seat taken?No, Have a seat.Whats the matter?Im feeling a little under the weather.Im really mad at Bob.What for? (Why?)Can I give you a hand?Thanks.Whats on TV tonight?Nothing special.Congratulations! Is i
4、t a boy or a girl?Its a boy.Happy birthday! Many happy returns (of the day).Thanks.I just got sacked.Im sorry to hear that.Im sorry, but I cant come to your party.What a shame!Do you have these shoes in a size 9?Yes. Let me get you a pair.Lets take a coffee break.Why not?How do you like my new sport
5、s car?Its cool.FebruaryHave a nice weekend.Same to you.What a coincidence seeing you here!It is, isnt it?What do you do?Im a teacher.What are you doing this weekend?I dont have any plans?Im so angry at Bob for buying a new bike.Whats the big deal?Excuse me. Nature calls.If you gotta go , you gotta g
6、o.Thatll be eight dollars, please.Heres ten. Keep the change.Do you have a light?Sorry, I dont smoke.Id like to book a table for two.For what time?Have you got change for a thousand?Let me see.Whats a good place for sightseeing?Dont ask me?What are you doing?Im surfing the net.Can I have the menu, p
7、lease?Sure. Here you are.Could you please pass me the salt?There you go.Im sorry Im late.Better late than never.Excuse me. Could you please tell me where the train station is?Its two blocks down the road.Whats for lunch?Pork chops.May I sit here?By all means.Are you free tonight?I think so.Do you ha
8、ve a minute?Sure. Whats up?Would you like a lift home?That would be great, Thanks!See you later, alligator.In a while, crocodile.Bye. Take care.You, too.Come on in. Make yourself at home.Thanks a lot.How was the party?I had a fantastic time.Whos your favorite singer?Coco Lee.Wheres your better half?
9、Shes at home.May I try on this dress?By all means. (Of course)MarchWed better leave now.I beg your pardon?Why are you laughing?I cant help it.What times your flight?Its at 7:30 p.m.Could I have the check, please?OK, Ill just be in a minute.Thanks a million.My pleasure. (It was my pleasure)How are we
10、 going to get there?Lets take a cab.Its awfully hot.You can say that again.Ill be seeing you around.OK. Take care.Is Tom there?Speaking.Looks like dinners ready.Just about.I made my little brother cry.Shame on you!Thats two for me and one for you.Thats not fair!The teacher just canceled the test.Are
11、 you kidding?Freeze!Dont shoot. I give up.Help! Help!Whats the matter?Lets eat out.Good idea.Im tire of this job.So am I.Why are you quitting?Ive had enough.Im getting a tattoo tomorrow.Are you nets?I lost my wallet.Im sorry, thats bad luck.Ive got a job interview today.Good luck!My wife gave birth
12、to our first child today.Wow! Im so happy for you.My uncle passed away last night.My condolences.Im going to the pub tonight.Dont get drunk.We have a class outing today.Have fun.Why do you go fishing so often?Its fun.Do you think you can fix my computer?Ill give it a try.Is sailing fun?You bet!How w
13、as your vacation in Paris?It was exciting!I passed all the tests, Mom.Well done!Im looking forward to summer vacation.Me, too.AprilI cant finish this steak.Thats all right.I cant find my keys.Where did you see them last?I lost all my lottery winnings playing the stock market.Easy come, easy go.I fai
14、led the exam because I didnt study.Serves you right.Should I ask Sara to the party?I would if I were you.You stepped on my foot!Sorry, I didnt mean to.Man! That car almost hit me!Yeah, that was close.My girlfriend dumped me.Well, that life.Hows your girlfriend?We broke up.Were broke.I cant believe i
15、t.You were right. Its raining again.I told you so.I broke Moms vase.Shes going to kill you.Who broke my chair?It wasnt me.The washing machine isnt working again.Its not my fault.Ill treat you to dinner.Dont be silly. Lets go Dutch.How much do you make a month?Mind your own business.Thanks for your h
16、ospitality.Youre welcome.What do you think of the new mayor?No comment.Where can I get a good novel?Theres a bookstore just across the street.How have you been?Fine, thanks. How about you?Are you going abroad to study?Ill have to think about it.Where did this come from?I have no idea.This is how you
17、 turn on the computer.I see.Lets go!Where to?You hurt Bens feelings.So?Michael Jacksons coming to town.I couldnt care less.I hate doing the damn laundry.Watch your language.Do you mind if I smoke?Go right ahead.Where are you going?To the office. Ill be right back.Could you baby-sis for me tonight?Id
18、 be glad to.MayLets go in.After you.Hows the chicken?Its delicious.Would you pour me some of that tea, please?OK, say when.Would you care for a drink?No, thanks. Im fine.What happened?It was just a misunderstanding?Guess what?What?Havent we met before?I dont think so.I must be going.OK, keep in touc
19、h.Welcome back.Its good to be home.Youre looking great.You, too.Hows work?Same as usual.Hows business?Couldnt be better.Time flies!Youre telling me.I got a raise.Im glad to hear that.Im exhausted.OK, lets go home.Ive moved.Where to?Have you heard the news?No. what happened?I went bungee jumping yest
20、erday.That sound like fun.I had an accident.Thats terrible!Have you eaten?Not yet.Give me a call tomorrow.Okey.Somebody, please answer the phone.Ive got it.Im terribly nervous.Calm down!Be quiet, will you?Im sorry.Bon voyage!Good-bye.Lets get together this weekend.Sounds good.You just ran a red ligh
21、t.Did I?Get changed!What for?Are you ready?Not yet.Hes going too slow.Pass him.Are you going to come home late tonight?Yes, Ive got to work overtime.JuneWhy are you all dress up?Ive got a date.Lets go eat.OK, Dinners on me.How was my singing?Not bad at all.Mikes really angry.I wonder why.I just got
22、fired.You asked for it.Do you play mahjong?Once in a while.Can you lend me your car?Nothin doing.Dont be afraid. Give it a try.OK.Here comes the bus.Its about time.Congratulations! Youve just won a car!Its too good to be true.How do you feel?Im nervous as can be.Dont be shy. Have some more chicken.T
23、hanks.Why did you stay home today?Im off today.Im tired.OK, lets call it a day.Im feeling down.Come on. Cheer up!Get up, you lazybones!Just a minute.Are you ready to leave?Give me a second.The boy threw up.Thats disgusting.Youre my hero.Aw, shucks, mama.The boss is mad at you.Who cares?Tom did me ma
24、ny favors.For example?Dont do that. You are asking for trouble.I dont care.Im not a VIP.Youre too humble.Why dont you go out with Jack?He makes me sick.Paul sends you his regards.How nice of him!Its all over. Im bankrupt.Dont worry. Everything will be fine.Peter and Mary broke up.Are you serious?Wha
25、ts new?Nothing much.Lets eat out.Why not?Ill cook dinner for you.Dont go to too much trouble.JulyLets stay in.If you like.Why arent you going out?Its raining cats and dogs.You stink!Ill go take a shower.Hang out the clothes.I cooked, soOK, I do the dishes.The kitchen stinks.Ill throw out the garbage
26、.Is Bob home?Hold on.Can I borrow your suit?Thats out of the question.Youve met her before, havent you?I dont recall.Hes too young for the job.Give him a chance.You have to help do the laundry today.Give me a break.Ill help you with your homework.I appreciate that.Are you going to take the job?Ill h
27、ave to sleep on it.Thanks for the loan.Think nothing of it.I saw your car outside, so I stopped by.Yeah, I come here every now and then.Why arent you at work?I called in sick.Were going dancing today.Count me out.I cant go to your party.Thats too bad.I dare you to talk to that girl.OK, I will.Why do
28、 you like this computer?Its user friendly.What happen to John?He quit.I fired Mr. Li today.Thats terrible.I dont dare ask Jane for a date.Youve got no guts!How old are you?Thats a secret.How was your date with Betty?Lets change the subject.I dont have any cash on me.Thats OK. Ill spot you some.Tims
29、always bothering me.Just tell him off.Why is little Billy crying?He got a scolding.Lets go for a drink after work.Nothing doing.May I have the check, please?Coming right up.Whos that?Search me.AugustIll come see you tomorrow.Promise?Are you tired?Not really.Hi, Betty! Wheres your boyfriend?I have no
30、 idea.Are you free tonight?Depends.Is Bob home?Sorry. Youre got the wrong number.Somethings wrong with my air conditioning.Leave it to me. Ill fix it.Would you like to go to a concert with me?Id love to.Would you mind if I smoke?Id rather you didnt.Dont tell me youre pregnant again.Im afraid so.How
31、should I dress for the party?Dress casually.I just won the lottery.Youre kidding!Its raining.Oh, no! Not again.Hows business?So-so.Thanks for everything.Dont mention it.Look at that pretty girl.Wow! Shes gorgeous.Can you give me a hand?Of course.Toms dating your sister.May I speak to Peter?Whos call
32、ing?Watch out!Wow! That car almost hit me.Can you give me a ride back home?Sure.Eat some more.No, thanks. Im on a diet.Sorry, Im late.It doesnt matter.Two burgers, please.For here or to go?Where are you off to?The movies.May I have the menu, please?Sure. Here you are.Did you have a good holiday?Yes
33、and no.Sorry, I got to run.OK, see you.Do you have change for a hundred?Sure.Can you make out what hes saying?No, its too loud in here.Dinners ready! Come and get it!Coming!How did you do that?It was a piece of cake.SeptemberHow much was your watch?Take a guess.Well get a big bonus this year, wont w
34、e?Dont count on it.Rob lost his bike.What an idiot!Thanks a million.Dont mention it.Jim was late again.Its not like him to be late.Ben gets drunk every night.Like father, like son.Hows John doing?He can barely make ends meet.Why are you shivering?Its freezing.May I have a cookie?Help yourself.I woul
35、dnt dare go bungee jumping.Chicken!Hurry up, will you?Whats the rush?By the way, wheres Jim?He is out.What a mess!Sorry. Ill clean it up.Mommy, can I stay up until eleven oclock?No. go to bed right now.Im so angry. I feel like killing someone.Calm down.What are you guys doing?Just having a chat.Im g
36、oing hunting tomorrow.Be careful!Lets go now.Ill be with you in a minute.Wait for me.OK. Take your time.Hows work?The same as usual.Stop burping.I cant help it.Can you give me a hand with my luggage?Of course.Its getting late.Yeah, Id better head for home.I quit my job.You cant be serious.What did y
37、ou say?Are you deaf or what?You cant beat me at tennis.Do you want to bet?Can you pass me the lighter?Here! Catch.Whats wrong with the car?I have no idea.Have you got a minute?Sure. Whats up?Lets give Bob a call.Whats the point?OctoberWhat have you been up to?Nothing much.Lets go for a motorcycle ri
38、de.Im not up to it today.Have another drink.No, thanks. Ive got to be going.Were going for a drink. Care to join us?Not this time, thanks.Bettys going abroad soon.Say good-bye to her for me.Im going on vacation to Paris tomorrow.Have a nice trip.Im going to hit the sack.Good night.Lets ride our kick
39、-boards.I cant. I have to do my homework.Can you lend me your car?No way!You look familiar.Really?Do you remember my name?Give me a hint.The musics too loud.Ill turn it down.Its cold in here.Ill turn off the air conditioner.Ill cook lunch.Sounds good.Im sorry. I cant help you.Thats all right.Where s
40、hall we go?Its up to you.Do you mind if we just stay home?Not at all.Whos next?Its your turn.Ive got to go now.OK, keep in touch.How did you win?I got lucky.Has the show started yet?Nope. Youre just in time.Ill write to you.Thatd be nice.What happen to your date?She didnt show up.Whats the matter?Le
41、ave me along.Will you be able to get up on time?Give me a wake up call.Will you be at the meeting?Im sorry. I cant make it.We shouldnt do that.I agree.I have to increase the rent.Thats not fair.Were going to be late.Its not my fault.Should we eat in?Whatever you want.Can I leave now?Its OK with me.N
42、ovemberWhat happen to the elevator?Its out of order.The car broke down.How come?This medicines bitter.But its good for you.How did you do on the exam?I did very well.I brought some stocks today.That could be risky.Youre fired!Please give me another chance!Hows Mr. Li doing?Hes quite well.Im doomed!W
43、hy do you say that?Do you drink?No, I dont drink (alcohol).I feel like throwing up.Then go lean over the sink.Girls dont like me.Thats nonsense!How about a burger?I dont eat junk food.When can you come over?Anytime at all.What are you doing?Im throwing out the trash.I have a headache.Why dont you ta
44、ke some aspirin?Im not sure if this will work?Theres no harm in trying.Are you pregnant?I hope not. Im on the pill.Thats my father.Wow! He looks young for his age.Come on. Lets go.Let me catch my breath.I dont like computer games.Youre too old fashioned.Does Tony work out?Yes. Hes in very good shape
45、.I hate these old clothes.Then get rid of them.Can you do this?I dont know, but Ill give it a shot.Cheers!Bottoms up!My tooth hurts.Let me take a look.Ill have a cup of coffee.Ill have the same, please.Im afraid to ask her out.Theres nothing to be afraid of.What do you think of Mary?Shes not my type
46、.Why dont you talk to Jim?We dont get along.How was the driving test?It was a snap.DecemberYou have a beautiful house.Thanks. It cost a fortune.Dont be ridiculous.Im not.These shirts are half price.What a bargain!Sorry, I cant finish all this food.I thought you said you were hungry.May I have the ch
47、eck, please?Sure thing.Why arent you eating?Im on a diet.Ill call you a cab.Thanks. Id appreciate that.Sally and I are twins.No wonder!Can you give me a discount?Sorry. Our prices are fixed.When is the baby due?Next month.Why do we go to a movie?Im game.I got promoted.Good for you.Sorry, time up.Ple
48、ase give me another minute.How old is your wife?Its none of your business.Im getting a divorce.Thats too bad.Why are you so upset?The boss is driving me nuts.I hear youre getting married.Thats right.Is your brother really a spy?No, thats just a rumor.Is the patient going to live?Its hard to say.Im quitting my job.Youll regret it.He hit me on the arm.How rude!Why dont you ask for a raise?Easier said than done.Trust me. Im right.Are you sure.You make a mistake.Nobodys perfect.Jenny has 200 pairs of shoes.Thats absurd!Should I buy that second hand car?Dont waste your money.Youre
