Lesson33
【Lesson 33】
◆English expressions to start a new conversation
◆Key Expressions Part 1
You know what?
By the way ~
Speaking of ~
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: At first, you turned down an invitation to your friend’s party, but after a while, you changed your mind and decided to join the party. You want to tell your friend right away. What would you say?
A: You know what? I’m coming to your party after all.
Q: You and your colleague were talking about work, but suddenly a question came to your mind whether he had already started planning his summer vacation. What would you say?
A: By the way, have you already started planning your summer vacation?
Q: When your girlfriend was telling you about her dog, you remembered an interesting story about a police dog you watched on TV last night. You want to tell her about it. What would you say?
A: Speaking of dogs, I saw an interesting story about a police dog last night on TV.
◆Key Expressions Part 2
Can I ask you something?
Can I talk to you for a second [minute]?
Can I ask you a quick question?
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: You are talking with a girl you like. You have been wondering if she is dating anyone right now, and think it’s a good chance to ask. What would you say?
A: Hey, can I ask you something? Are you seeing anyone now?
Q: You want to talk to your boss about something urgent, but he looks very busy. What would you say?
A: Can I talk to you for a second? It’s urgent.
Q: You have a quick question for your colleague but he’s about to step out of the office to meet a client. What would you say?
A: Can I ask you a quick question? It won’t take long.