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I am in a restaurant with a friend. It is the first time we have been there. We do not know the menu nor do we have any references. We need to speak to the waiter and request his service, ask for the characteristics of the dishes, and place the order correctly.

My friend's name is Carla, and the following conversation unfolds:

Waiter: Good evening, I'll have the pleasure of serving you tonight. Do you have anything in mind to order or do you need the menu?

Carla: Hello, good evening. This is our first time here. May I have the menu, please?

Waiter: Of course, ladies, here it is. I'll be back in a moment.

Waiter: Do you have your order?

Tania: What pasta would you recommend?

Waiter: The seafood pasta is excellent.

Tania: Okay, then please have a seafood pasta dish and an orange frappe.

Carla: Please bring me a seafood casserole and a lulada.

Waiter: Yes, ladies, with pleasure.

Tania: Approximately how long does it take to place an order?

Waiter: About 20 minutes.

Waiter: Here's your order. Enjoy.

After consuming

Waiter: Would you like some dessert?

Tania: No, thank you very much. Please give us the check.

Carla: Everything was delicious, thank you.

Waiter: This is the check. It's a pleasure to serve you.

Tania: Thank you very much.

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I'm at the airport. I'm traveling abroad for the first time. I need to communicate in English with the airline staff: check in my luggage, ask for my gate, and check my flight details.

Airline Staff: Good morning! May I see your passport and ticket, please?

Tania: Good morning. Yes sir, here they are.

Airline Staff: Thank you. Are you checking in luggage?

Tania: Yes, I have a large suitcase and a carry-on bag.

Airline Staff: Good. Could you place your suitcase on the scale, please?

Tania: Yes sir.

Airline Staff: Very well, ma'am. Your flight to Washington departs from Gate 13. Boarding will begin at 9:00 a.m. Here's your boarding pass.

Tania: Thank you. How long will it take me to get to the gate?

Airline Staff: About ten minutes if you go directly through security.

Tania: Understood, thank you very much for your help.

Airline staff: Always at your service! Have a safe flight.

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Parent–Teacher Meeting.

I´m an English teacher meeting with the parent of one of my students, Karen, to discuss her academic progress in class.

Teacher Kam: Good morning, Mrs. Guarin! It’s so nice to see you again. Please, have a seat. How are you today?

Mrs. Guarin: I’m fine, thank you. How is Karen doing this semester?

Teacher Kam: Overall, Karen is doing very well. She’s a curious and creative student, and she always participates actively in class discussions. Her speaking skills have really improved, she’s more confident expressing her ideas in English.

However, I’ve noticed that she sometimes struggles with grammar accuracy, especially when writing longer texts. We’re working on that by doing short writing exercises every week.

Mrs. Guarin: Oh, I see. She enjoys English very much, but sometimes she gets frustrated when she makes mistakes.

Teacher Kam: That’s completely normal. I always remind my students that mistakes are part of learning. What’s important is that Karen is willing to try, ask questions, and correct herself, and she does that consistently.

Mrs. Guarin: I’m glad to hear that. How can I support her at home?

Teacher Kam: You can encourage her to read short stories or watch movies in English with subtitles. It helps reinforce vocabulary naturally. And maybe she can keep a small journal in English.

Mrs. Guarin: That’s a great idea. Thank you for your suggestions.

Teacher Kam: My pleasure! Karen is making wonderful progress, and with a little more focus on writing practice, I’m sure she’ll continue to improve. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you so much for coming today. Have a great day!

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Doctor’s Appointment

I have scheduled a medical appointment because I have not been feeling well for the past few days. I am visiting my family doctor to explain my symptoms  and receive the appropriate treatment. The following conversation takes place in the doctor’s office:

Doctor: Good morning. Could you come in and sit down, please. How are you feeling today?

Patient Catalina: Good morning, doctor. Thank you. I've been feeling very ill since last weekend.

Doctor: I'm sorry. Could you please describe your symptoms? What's wrong?

Patient Catalina : Of course. I've had a severe headache, a sore throat, and a persistent cough. I also had a high fever last night and am generally unwell. My whole body aches.

Doctor: I see. You've had many symptoms. What was your temperature last time?

Patient: Around 39.5 degrees Celsius, doctor.

Doctor: Have you taken any medication so far?

Patient Catalina: Just a little paracetamol and a hot tea, but it hasn't helped much.

Doctor: Okay. I'll check your throat and take your temperature again. Please open your mouth and say "ah."

Patient Catalina : Ah… (open my mouth)

Doctor: Your throat is quite red and your fever is still a little high. You seem to have a throat infection, possibly viral or a virus. I'm going to prescribe an antibiotic and cough syrup. You should also rest and drink plenty of fluids for a few days.

Patient Catalina: Thank you, doctor. How often should I take the medication?

Doctor: Take one tablet every eight hours for seven days and the syrup three times a day. If your symptoms don't improve in three days, please, however, I'm going to give you a three-day sick leave because you look very sick. Please come back for a follow-up appointment.

Patient Catalina: I understand. Thank you very much for your care and attention.

Doctor: You're welcome. Take care, and I hope you get better soon. It was a pleasure serving and caring for you.

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Dining at an Elegant Restaurant in downtown:

I am at an elegant restaurant with my cousin, Daniel. We have a dinner reservation, and it is our first visit to this place in Cucuta. The atmosphere is sophisticated, and the service is formal. We intend to ask the waiter for recommendations, inquire about the dishes, and order politely. The conversation proceeds as follows:

Waiter: Good evening, welcome to La Bella Vita Restaurant. My name is Steven, and I'll be your waiter tonight. Would you like to offer you something to drink while you look at the menu?

Daniel: Good evening, Steven. I already had a reservation for two people tonight. Could you please check and assign us the reserved table? Thank you.

Would you like to bring us a bottle of sparkling water while we decide what to eat?

Waiter: Yes, of course, your table is ready.

(A few minutes later)
Waiter: Here is your sparkling water. Have you decided what to order, or would you like me to recommend some dishes?
Catalina (me): We would appreciate your recommendation, please. What is the chef’s specialty tonight?
Waiter: The grilled salmon with lemon butter sauce is one of our best dishes, and it pairs very well with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables.
Daniel: That sounds wonderful. I’ll have the grilled salmon, please.
Catalina (Me): I’ll order the chicken risotto, please. Could I have a cold lemonade with that?
Waiter: Of course. Your order will be ready in about twenty minutes.

(After dinner)

Waiter: How was the meal? Would you like anything else?

Catalina (me): Everything was excellent, delicious, thank you very much. The risotto was delicious.

Daniel: The salmon was cooked to perfection. Thank you for the recommendation.

Waiter: I'm glad to hear that. Would you like to see the dessert menu?

Catalina (me): No, thank you. We're doing very well like this. Could you bring us the check, please?

Waiter: Of course, sir. Here's your check. It was a pleasure serving you. Have a wonderful evening.

Daniel: Thank you very much. We'll definitely be back soon. We loved the place, and the food was incredible.

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Booking a Hotel Room.

I'm calling a hotel to make a reservation for a weekend trip to London. I need to ask about room prices, features, and check-in/check-out times.

Receptionist: Good afternoon! Hotel Edward Paddington, how can I help you?

Kam: Hello, good afternoon. I’d like to book a room for this weekend, please. Could you give me some information about your available rooms?

Receptionist: Of course! May I know what dates you’re interested in?

Kam: Yes, from Friday, October 18th to Sunday, October 20th. It’s for one person.

Receptionist: Let me check… We have two options available: a standard single room for 80 pounds per night, and a deluxe room for 110 pounds per night.

Kam: Could you tell me what’s included in the deluxe room?

Receptionist: Sure! The deluxe room has a larger bed, a balcony with a sea view, and breakfast included. You’ll also have access to the gym and the pool.

Kam: That sounds great. And what time is check-in and check-out?

Receptionist: Check-in starts at 2 p.m., and check-out is at 11 a.m.

Kam: Perfect. I think I’ll book the deluxe room, please.

Receptionist: Wonderful! May I have your full name and a contact number, please?

Kam: Sure, my name is Kamila Tellez, and my phone number is +57 320-3082039.

Receptionist: Thank you, Ms. Tellez. Your deluxe room is confirmed for October 18th to 20th. We look forward to welcoming you!

Kam: Thank you so much for your help. Have a nice day!

Receptionist: You’re very welcome. Have a great day, too!