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Situation 26: Gossips - Business English for Workplace
251. T-shirts of this brand are especially popular with young people. 252. This is a newly developed tonic without hormone. It is suitable for middle-aged and old people. 253. It sells well both in China and abroad and enjoys a good fame. 254. It is...
Situation 27: Bargaining - Business English for Workplace
261. Sorry, but I can’t make it any cheaper. 262. How much would you like into be? 263. You can’t get this make for less anywhere else. 264. Our manager has agreed to give you a 5 percent discount. 265. Considering the quality, it is wort...
Situation 29: Complaining - Business English for Workplace
281. What’s the problem? 282. The sweater is out of shape. 283. The color is gone. 284. It doesn’t work as well as the advertisement says. 285. We’ll soon give you a satisfactory reply. 286. Our store has a special department to han...
Situation 30: Ordering Goods - Business English for Workplace
291. Hello. Is this the bakery? 292. I’m sorry, but the line is busy at the moment. 293. Could you please prepare a bouquet of flowers? 294. I’d like to order 3 boxes of beer. 295. Can I have your full name, address and phone number? 296....
Situation 31: Complaining - Business English for Workplace
301. The arrival is almost on month behind schedule. 302. You sent the wrong items. We ordered the newest model, but you sent us the older models. 303. I have a complaint about your last shipment. 304. The last shipment we received from you was damag...
Situation 32: Entertainment - Business English for Workplace
311. Which floor has restaurants? 312. The souvenirs shop is on the second floor of the restaurant. 313. Where is the reception areas in your restaurant, please? 314. Where can I see a football ma...
Situation 33: Handling Unexpected Problems - Business English for Workplace
321. I’m sorry I can’t, because what would be against our store regulation. 322. I’m sorry we’ll refund you. 323. We’re sorry to have inconvenienced you. 324. I’m sorry, miss, but this watch is beyond repair. 325....
Situation 34: Expressing Gratitude - Business English for Workplace
331.Thanks for everything you’ve done for me. 332. It’s very kind of you to help me with the luggage. 333. I do appreciate your timely help. 334. I’m must obliged to you for your patient, explanations and introduction. 335. I really...
Situation 35: Buying Insurance - Business English for Workplace
341. I’m looking for insurance from your company. 342. We can serve you with a broad range of coverage against all kind of risks for sea transport. 343. We cover insurance on the 100 tons of wool. 344. We cannot comply with your order of 130% o...
Situation 36: Reference - Business English for Workplace
351. Let’s get down to business. 352. What's the purpose of you? 353. I wish to help you enjoy your stay here in every possible way. 354. I certainly will refer your request to our management. 355. We want to have more detailed information on y...
Situation 37: International Commerce - Business English for Workplace
361. We all know that the world wide trend is towards environment-friendly technology. 362. I sure you are interested in saving the operatinh costs of the factory. 363. Our survey shows that your company has obtained certain patents which could be at...
Situation 38: Public Speaking - Business English for Workplace
371. I would like to ask you a question. 372. Would you care to answer my question on their warranty? I really need some input from you. 373. I have to raise some issues which may be embarrassing. 374. Sorry, but could you kindly repeat what you just...
Situation 39: Suggesting Ideas - Business English for Workplace
381. Let us shake hands on that. 382. We accept your proposal on the sales territory. 383. I can accept your proposal on the scope of the technology, but not the others. 384. We accept your proposal, subject to certain conditions. 385. To avoid any m...
Situation 40: Bringing a Problem Up - Business English for Workplace
391. Please extend the common courtesy to let the other side speak. 392. You have had your stay. It is our turn now. 393. Paron me, but I am afraid we are drifting away somewhat from our course. 394. Sorry, I may have gotten carried away. Yes, let us...
Situation 41: Discussing With Co-workers - Business English for Workplace
401. I’d like to get things under way. 402. Mr.Jones, would you start things off? 403. What is your opinion on this matter? 404. I propose more advertising for this project. 405. I’d like to ask you a question. 406. I’d like to conf...
