Lesson 1 On the telephone Translate the conversation in activity 2a. Say what is similar and what is different between telephone conversations in your language and in English.
A: Hello, this is Laura speaking. B: Hi Laura, it's Alex. How are you? A: I'm good, thanks. How about you? B: Not too bad. Anyway, I was just calling to ask if you wanted to go to the movies tonight. A: Sure, I'd love to. What time? B: How about 7pm? A: Sounds good. See you then.
Similarities between telephone conversations in my language and in English:
Both languages use standard greetings such as "hello" and "how are you?"In both languages, people ask about each other's well-being.Both languages make plans or arrangements over the phone.
Differences between telephone conversations in my language and in English:
In my language, there might be more emphasis on formalities and politeness compared to casual English conversations.The structure of the conversation might be different, with different greetings or common phrases used.Different languages may have different ways of expressing plans or making appointments.
English conversation in activity 2a:
A: Hello, this is Laura speaking.
B: Hi Laura, it's Alex. How are you?
A: I'm good, thanks. How about you?
B: Not too bad. Anyway, I was just calling to ask if you wanted to go to the movies tonight.
A: Sure, I'd love to. What time?
B: How about 7pm?
A: Sounds good. See you then.
Similarities between telephone conversations in my language and in English:
Both languages use standard greetings such as "hello" and "how are you?"In both languages, people ask about each other's well-being.Both languages make plans or arrangements over the phone.Differences between telephone conversations in my language and in English:
In my language, there might be more emphasis on formalities and politeness compared to casual English conversations.The structure of the conversation might be different, with different greetings or common phrases used.Different languages may have different ways of expressing plans or making appointments.