Business English(合集)Textbook.doc

Socializing – Target Language Arriving Hello. My name’s … from … I’ve got an appointment to see … Sorry – I’m a little late/early. My plane was delayed … Checking before introduction Have we met? Have you met? Do you know each other?  Introducing someone This is … He/she’s my (personal assistant). May I introduce you to … He/she’s our (project manager). I’d like to introduce you to … We met…* I’d like you to meet … I met him/her* * It’s common to explain or ask how you know each other. E.g.: How do you two know each other? This is Bill. He and I used to work together at Samsung. or I’d like you to meet Eric. We went to school together at Korea University. Meeting someone and small talk (I’m) pleased to meet you. It’s a pleasure. How was your trip? Did you have a good flight / trip? How are things in (London)? How long are you staying in (Seoul)? Is your hotel comfortable? Is this your first visit to (Seoul)? Compliments for small talk I really like your (watch). May I ask where you got your (sweater)? Great work on that last project! It looks like it’s going to be a tremendous success.  Offering assistance Can I get you anything? Do you need anything? Would you like something to drink? If you need to use a phone or fax, please let me know. Can we do anything for you? Do you need a hotel / a taxi / any travel information / etc.? Asking for assistance There is one thing I need … Could you get me … Could you get me a car / a taxi / a hotel room / …? Could you help me arrange a flight to …? Can you recommend a good restaurant? Saying what’s going on and what’s available There’s a (good) movie playing / play / concert at … We have a good theatre in the city … There are some interesting museums / public buildings … Are you interested in eating out / visiting… / seeing …? Checking for availability Do you have any plans on [day]/for [this…afternoon/Wednesday; today; tonight] …? Are you doing anything (on [day]) …? Are you busy (on [day])