Common Phrases and Responses (1)

That looks heavy. Can I give you a hand with it? .........
Normally, I don't like that kind of thing.
Sure, that would be great.
My hands are wet.
I don't like to hold hands.

Are you going to call in sick tomorrow? .........
I get a coffee break at ten in the morning.
My wife isn't feeling well.
I think so. I don't feel well.
It's my turn to go first.

Do you think we should put the meeting off until tomorrow? .........
It was nice meeting you.
She doesn't like me very much.
I know, he normally calls by now.
Yes, tomorrow's fine with me.

Kristine's working a lot. Are you tied up this week? .........
Yes, I look forward to it.
Yes, I believe you.
Yes, I'm really busy.
Yes, I'm really tired.

This training session is difficult. I had a really hard time reading that training manual. .........
I agree. Her speech was really well done.
I am going to the meeting soon.
I'm going to write it down again for you.
Me too. It was very intensive.

What's on your agenda for the holidays? .........
Possibly. I'll eat out tonight.
I need a coffee break.
We'll discuss that during the meeting tomorrow.
I think we're going to visit my parents in Vermont.

Carrie pointed out that you're having some problems adjusting to your new job. .........
Sure, if possible.
I like Carrie.
I liked my old job a lot.
I hope so.

Are you fed up with your job? .........
Actually, I ate really well yesterday.
Somewhat, but I can't quit right now.
I liked the speaker today.
I fed the dog this morning.

What are your plans for the weekend? .........
We're going skiing in Montana.
I like ice fishing.
Cold weather is hard to deal with sometimes.
I don't have a schedule printed out yet.

When did you settle on a name for the baby? .........
We haven't talked about the upcoming deal yet.
Last week. We decided on Liam for a boy.
We should go out tonight.
That sounds great.