Conversación #1 — Juan and Ashley in a Bar

Juan: Wow, I really like your shoes!

Ashley: Thanks! I just got them yesterday.
Juan: They look a little bit uncomfortable, though.
Ashley: Yes, they are. My feet are killing me, actually.
Juan: I’m Juan. What’s your name?
Ashley: I’m Ashley.
Juan: Nice to meet you, Ashley. Would you like to dance?
Ashley: No thanks. I’d rather sit down. Like I said, my feet are killing me.
Juan: Okay… Well, would you like me to buy you a drink?
Ashley: Sure! Do you mind buying one for my boyfriend, too? He’s right over there.
Juan: You have a boyfriend?
Ashley: Yes, of course!
Juan: Well, good for you. Oops, look at the time! I have to go.

Conversación #2 — Miguel and Liz at a Bus

Stop
Miguel: Pardon me, do you know which bus I should take to Grand Central
Station?
Liz: You can take bus 3 or bus 12, I think.
Miguel: Thanks. I’ve just arrived in New York and I’m a bit lost.
Liz: Oh! Where are you from? Are you Italian?
Miguel: No, I’m Spanish.
Liz: Is that like Italian?
Miguel: I guess so… Spain is in Europe. It’s close to Italy. Kind of.
Liz: Wow, I love your accent!
Miguel: Thanks. I’m taking English classes every day. I’m getting better. So what
do you do, Liz?
Liz: I’m studying graphic design.
Miguel: That’s interesting. Do you like art?
Liz: Yes, I do!
Miguel: That’s interesting… I really love art. Would you like to go to an art museum
with me this weekend?
Liz: Sure, why not?
Miguel: Great! Can I have your phone number?
Liz: Okay!

Conversación #3 — Rob and Maria in a Café

Rob: Do you mind if I sit here?
Maria: No, not at all.
Rob: Thanks. I’m Rob. What’s your name?
Maria: I’m Maria.
Rob: You look very familiar, Maria. Have we met before?
Maria: I don’t think so. I just arrived in London a few weeks ago.
Rob: Are you enjoying it so far?
Maria: Yes, it’s a beautiful city, but the weather is terrible!
Rob: Yeah, it’s pretty terrible alright.
Maria: And the coffee isn’t very good either.
Rob: I agree.
Maria: I miss Madrid a lot.
Rob: Well, what are you doing here in London?
Maria: I came to practice my English. In Spain it’s impossible to find a job if you
don’t speak English.
Rob: Well, your English is quite good.
Maria: Thanks!
Rob: I’ll give you my phone number. If you want to practice your English some day,
just give me a call!

Primer dialogo al conocer a una persona

Mary: Hello, my name is Mary. What’s yours?

Joseph: Pleased to meet you, Mary. My name’s Joseph.
Mary: Nice to meet you. Where are you from?
Joseph: I’m from Michigan. Detroit, specifically. And you? Where are you from?
Mary: I’m from Las Vegas.
Joseph: Oh wow! Las Vegas is a very interesting city. What do you do, Mary?
Mary: I’m an accountant. I work in an office downtown.
Joseph: Oh, that’s nice. What’s the name of your company?
Mary: United Widgets Industries.
Joseph: Fascinating! How old are you, Mary?
Mary: I’m 25 years old.
Joseph: Oh, that’s good. I’m 28.
Mary: And what do you do?
Joseph: I’m unemployed and live with my parents.
Mary: Oh, that’s nice. What do you like doing in your free time?
Joseph: I like playing video games and watching TV. What about you?
Mary: I’m more active. I like rock-climbing and mountain biking. I have a lot of fun.
Joseph: Wow. Where do you live?
Mary: I live in an apartment close to here. The rent is expensive, but it’s a nice
place.

Iniciar una conversación con un desconocido para obtener una

información
– Excuse me, could you tell me what time it is? (Disculpe, ¿podría decirme la hora?)

– Is this seat taken? (¿Está ocupado este asiento?)

– No
– Do you mind if I seat here? (¿Le molesta si me siento aquí?)
– No at all. (No, para nada.)

– Hello, do you know how to get to Hyde Park? (Hola, ¿sabe cómo llegar a Hyde
Park?)
– Yes, it’s two blocks in that direction. (Sí, está a dos calles en esa dirección.)
– Thank you. (Gracias.)

Conversación entre hermano

Pierre: Hi, sister. What are you doing?
Coral: Hi, Pierre. I am reading a book that I bought yesterday.
Pierre: What’s the name of the book?
Coral: New Fan by Joseph Alfaro
Pierre: Is he a Chilean writer?
Coral: No, he is from Argentina.
Pierre: What is it about?
Coral: It is about a young boy who wants to be famous but he ends up in jail.
Pierre: Oh, I see. Have you liked it so far?
Coral: I don’t know. It’s been a bit boring, but I’ve heard great comments about it.
Pierre: Look! I bought another book for your birthday.
Coral: Thank you, Pierre. You are the best brother in the world.
Pierre: I know! I have to get back to work; I’ll see you on Friday.
Coral: Bye. Love you.

Dialogoen un restaurante con el mesero

Waiter: Hi! Are you ready to order?

Customer: Well... sort of, I have a few questions. Which of these

dishes are vegetarian?

W: All the dishes under "Vegetables" are vegetarian, as well as some

the appetizers.

C: Oh, excellent, thank you. Does the vegetable roast have any onion in
it?

W: Yes, but we can leave it out if you wish.

C: I'll have one of those then. No onion, please.

W: Vegetable roast, no onions. All right, would you like anything to

drink?

C: Do you have any fruit juices?

W: We have bottled orange, pineapple, apple and grape juice.

C: I'll have the pineapple juice.

W: Would you like some ice in it?

C: Yes, please.

W: Is there anything else you would like?

C: Well... you mentioned the appetizers. Is there anything you would
recommend?

W: The salads are all perfect for this weather. You might want to try
our Special Salad.

C: I'm not much into salads, actually... I think I'll have the spicy apple
dip.

W: I'm afraid we've run out of that one... may I suggest the mini spring
rolls instead?

C: Sure.

W: Wonderful. Anything else?

C: That's it for now, thank you very much.

Dialogo de un cliente y una recepcionista

Receptionist: Good morning. This is the Salt Flats Hotel, how may I
help you?

Customer: Good morning. I would like to make a reservation for the

last weekend in July.

R: I'm afraid we have very few vacancies for that particular weekend.
How many people is the reservation for?

C: Two adults.

R: There is a double room available on the 29th of July, would that suit
you?

C: Yes, thank you very much.

R: How long will you be staying?

C: We'll be staying for two nights.

R: Excellent. What name will the reservation be listed under?

C: Paris Miller.

R: Thank you very much for your reservation. We look forward to seeing
you in July.

C: Thank you! Have a nice day.