Food Idioms in English

Food Idioms in English

Food idioms are expressions that use food as a metaphor. English has many of these expressions, which can be confusing for foreign learners. This article will introduce some of the most common food idioms and explain their meanings. List of Food Idioms in English 1. (A) Baker’s Dozen Meaning of “(A) Baker’s Dozen” There are … Read more

Welcoming Someone at the Airport in English Conversation

Welcoming Someone at the Airport in English Conversation

Welcoming Someone at the Airport in English Conversation

Dialogue 1

When will you be arriving in Los Angeles, Mr.Jones?Woman Icon 1

Tuesday at 3:00 pm.Man icon 2

What flight?Woman Icon 1

United 603.Man icon 2

All right, Mr. Jones. I’ll meet your plane.Woman Icon 1

Would you? I’d appreciate that.Man icon 2

My pleasure.Woman Icon 1

Dialogue 2

Hi Matt! Nice seeing you again here in Shanghai.Woman Icon 1

Hi, Lucy! Thank you for meeting at the airport.Man icon 2

How was your flight?Woman Icon 1

Anyhow, it’s a long way to Shanghai, isn’t it?Man icon 2

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Making Business Appointment in English Conversation

Making Business Appointment in English Conversation

Making Business Appointment in English Conversation

Dialogue 1

Hello, Mr.Hammer’s office. This is Cindy.Woman Icon 1

Hello Cindy. This is Mr.Wang from ABC Company. I’d like to make an appointment with Mr.Hammer this week. What time is he available?Man icon 2

Well, he is keeping busy this week. What would you like to talk to him about?Woman Icon 1

About the technical cooperation.Man icon 2

Oh, I see. This is very important. Let me check his schedule and see if he can arrange some time.Woman Icon 1

Thank you.Man icon 2

When do you have free time?Woman Icon 1

Any day is fine for me.Man icon 2

Then shall we arrange the time on Thursday morning, for Mr.Hammer will be in the office for the whole morning?Woman Icon 1

That works for me! See you then.Man icon 2

Dialogue 2

Hi, Nick. Nice to hear from you.Man icon 2

Hi, Mark. I’m calling to ask you about the weather there.Man icon 1

Not good, I’m afraid.Man icon 2

That’s a pity because I’m planning to travel there next week. I’ve got a meeting with a customer in your area on Tuesday of next week.Man icon 1

Really? Well, you’ll come by to see us while you’re here, I hope.Man icon 2

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English conversation at the office reception

English conversation at the office reception

English Conversation at the Office Reception

Dialogue 1

Good morning! How can I help you?Woman Icon 1

I have an appointment with Mr.Smith. I am coming to send him some paperwork.Man icon 2

May I have your name, please?Woman Icon 1

Bill Dove from ABB China.Man icon 2

Nice to meet you, Mr. Dove. Have a seat, I will let him know you are here.Woman Icon 1

Thank you.Man icon 2

Dialogue 2

Hi, I’m here to see Mr.Matthews.Woman Icon 1

Do you have an appointment?Man icon 2

No, I don’t.Woman Icon 1

Whom should I say is here?Man icon 2

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12 English Idioms About Love

English Idioms about Love

Love is a popular topic in English idioms. There are many expressions that describe the feeling of love or being in love. Here are list of English Idioms about Love: 12 English Idioms About Love 1. Double date 2. Match made in heaven 3. On the rocks 4. Puppy love 5. Head over heels 6. … Read more

9 English Idioms With Eyes

English Idioms With Eyes

There are a few idiomatic expressions that include the word “eye.” Most of these expressions are used to describe someone who is being watchful or attentive. List of English Idioms With Eyes 1. A Sight for Sore Eyes 2. All Eyes And Ears 3. All Eyes Are On 4. An Eye for an Eye 5. … Read more