Everyday English Conversations: Workplace, Travel, and Daily Life

Meeting a new colleague. Good morning. Are you the new colleague? Yes, I am. Today is my first day.

Welcome to the company. Thank you very much. My name is Anna. Nice to meet you. I am Mark. Nice to meet you, too. What

will you do here? I am the new marketing assistant. Oh, we will work together sometimes. That is really good to hear.

I work in the design team. Design sounds very interesting. Yes, I enjoy my job very much. How long have you been here?

For 3 years already. That is a long time. Yes, the company is really nice. I hope I will like it, too. I'm sure you

will enjoy it. Is the team friendly? Yes, everyone is very kind here. That is a big relief for me. Do not worry. You

will fit in fast. Thank you. I was a little nervous. That is normal on the first day. Yes, everything is new to me.

Have you met the manager yet? Yes, she was very kind to me. She is a wonderful boss. I was happy to meet her. Where is

your desk located? Near the window, next to the printer. Oh, that is close to my desk. Really? That is a nice surprise.

Yes, we can chat during breaks. I would like that very much. The coffee machine is on this floor. Good to know. I drink

a lot of coffee. Me, too. It helps me every morning. Yes, coffee really does help. Lunch break is at 12:30. Is there

a canteen in the building? Yes, it is on the second floor. I will try it today. The food is quite good there. That is

nice to hear. If you have questions, just ask me. Thank you. That is very kind of you. No problem. We help each

other here. I really appreciate it. I have a meeting now. See you later. Of course, have a good meeting. Thank you.

Have a good first day. Thank you. Have a nice day, too. Goodbye for now. Goodbye. A headache at work.

Are you okay? You look very tired. Not really. I have a bad headache. Oh, no. Since when?

Since early this morning. Did you sleep well last night? Not very well, to be honest.

That might be the main reason. Yes, you're probably right. Did you drink any water today?

Only one small cup this morning. That is really not enough. I know. I forgot about it. Let me bring

you a big glass of water. Thank you. That is very kind. Here you are. Drink slowly.

Thank you so much. Do you have any medicine with you? No, I did not bring any today.

I have some pills in my drawer. Really? Can I take one, please? Of course. Here you go.

Thank you very much for your help. Maybe you should rest for a while. But I still have work to finish.

Your health is much more important. You are right about that. Close your eyes for 10 minutes.

That actually sounds good. The meeting room is empty now. I can sit there quietly then.

Yes, it is very calm inside. Thank you for the good idea. Do you want to eat something small?

Not now. I'm not hungry. Maybe a small snack later. Yes, later would be better.

Should I tell the manager? Yes, please. Just a short message. I will say you need a short break.

Thank you. That helps me a lot. Do you often get headaches? Sometimes, when I feel stressed. Work

has been very busy lately. Yes, too many things at once. Try to relax this weekend.

I will. I really need some rest. A walk in the park also helps. That is a really nice idea.

Fresh air is always good for you. Yes, I completely agree. Do you feel a little better now?

Yes, a little bit better. Good. Take your time to rest. Thank you for all your help. You're welcome. Feel

better soon. Thank you. I will try to rest. Planning a road trip. I want to plan a

road trip soon. That sounds fun. Where [clears throat] do you want to go?

Maybe to the mountains in the north. I really love the mountains. Would you like to come with me?

Yes, I would love that. When are you free next? Next weekend works for me.

Perfect. Same for me, too. How many days should we go? Maybe two or three days.

Three days would be better. Yes, then we can relax more. Who is going to drive?

We can share the driving. Good It is much safer.

Is your car ready for the trip? Yes, it is in good condition. Great. We can take your car then.

Do we need to book a hotel? Yes, I can do that tonight. Thank you. That is very helpful.

What should we bring with us? Warm clothes and some snacks. And a lot of water, of course.

Yes, water is very important. Should we bring a paper map? Our phones already have maps.

True, but a paper map is useful. Okay, I will find one at home. What about music for the road?

I will make a long playlist. Perfect. I love road trip music. Me, too. It makes the drive more fun.

Where should we stop for lunch? Maybe in a small town on the way. Yes, local food is always the best.

I really agree with you. What time should we leave? Early in the morning is better.

Maybe at 7:00? 7:00 is perfect. The roads are very quiet then.

Yes, and the weather is cooler. Do you like hiking in the mountains? Yes, I love hiking very much.

Good. There are nice trails there. That will be really wonderful. I'm excited about this trip already.

Me, too. I really need a break. Work has been too busy lately. Yes, this trip is a great idea.

Let us start packing this week. Yes, I will prepare my bag soon. Call me if you need anything.

I will. Thank you so much. See you next weekend then. See you then. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Planning an office party. Do you have a minute to talk? Yes, what

is it about? We need to plan the office party. Oh, that is very exciting.

Can you help me with it? Of course, I would love to help. When should we have the party?

Maybe next Friday evening. Friday is a great choice. Yes, people are more relaxed then.

Where should we do the party? The big meeting room is perfect. Good idea and it is free.

Yes, we do not need to rent a place. What about the food? We can order some pizza.

Pizza is always very popular. Yes, almost everyone likes it. Should we order salad, too?

Yes, some people prefer salad. Good point. I will add that. What about the drinks?

Juice, water, and some soda. That is a nice selection. How many people will come?

Around 25 people, I think. Okay, I will order enough food. Do we need any decorations?

Maybe just a few balloons. And the small welcome banner. Yes, that will look very nice. Should we have music at the party?

Yes, music is very important. I can make a nice playlist. Thank you. That helps me a lot. What time should we start?

Maybe at 6:00. 6:00 is perfect. And we can finish at 9:00. 3 hours is more than enough.

Yes, people get tired after work. Should we plan any games? Maybe one small and fun game. That would be really fun. I

will think about it tonight. Who will invite everyone? I can send an email today. Good, then

people can plan ahead. What about the budget for this? The manager said $300. That is enough for everything. Yes, we

just need to be careful. Thank you for all your help. You're welcome. It will be great. I really think so, too.

Let me know if you need more help. I will. Thank you again. No problem. Goodbye for now. Goodbye.

Booking a camping site. Good afternoon. I want to book a camping site. Good afternoon. For how many

people? For four people, please. And for how many nights?

Two nights, please. When would you like to come? This Saturday and Sunday. Let me check

the calendar for you. Of course, take your time. Yes, we have space available.

That is great news. Do you have your own tent? Yes, we bring our own tent.

Good, that makes it easier. How big is each site? Each site fits one big tent.

Perfect, we have one family tent. Would you like a site near the lake?

Yes, please. That sounds very nice. The view there is very beautiful. I love being near the water.

Many guests say the same thing. Are there toilets nearby? Yes, and we also have showers.

That is very good to hear. We also have hot water all day. Excellent.

What about cooking? You can use a small fire pit. Do you sell firewood there?

Yes, it is $5 a bundle. I will buy some when we arrive. Of course, no problem at all.

Is there drinking water? Yes, free at the main building. That is really helpful.

Many people bring empty bottles. We will do the same. Do you have a car with you?

Yes, a small family car. You can park next to the site. That is very convenient.

The total is $60. That is a fair price. Would you like to pay now?

Yes, by card, please. Please tap here. Done.

Payment accepted. Thank you. Thank you very much. Check-in is after 2:00.

2:00. I will remember that. And check out is before 11:00. Okay, that is very clear.

Have a wonderful trip. Thank you. We are very excited. See you on Saturday then.

Yes, goodbye for now. Renting a car abroad. Good morning. I would like to rent a

car. Good morning. For how many days? For 5 days, please. What kind of car do you want?

A small car is fine for me. Automatic or manual? Automatic, please.

We have one available right now. That is great news. May I see your driving license?

Yes, here it is. Thank you. And your passport, too.

Here you are. Perfect. Everything looks fine. How much is the rental?

$40 per day. So, $200 total.

Yes, exactly. Is insurance included in that? Basic insurance is included.

Can I add more insurance? Yes, full insurance is $10 a day. I will take the full insurance.

Good choice. It is much safer. Yes, I do not know the roads here. Then, it is a very wise decision.

Is the tank full now? Yes, please return it full, too. Of course, I will remember that.

There is a gas station near the airport. That is very convenient. Do you need a GPS in the car?

Yes, please. That would help a lot. It is already inside the car. Wonderful. That helps me a lot.

Where are you planning to drive? Mostly to some small towns. The roads there are very good.

That is really nice to hear. Please drive carefully in the mountains. I will. Thank you for the advice.

Here are the keys for your car. Thank you very much. The car is in parking spot number seven.

Number seven. Got it. Please check the car before leaving. Yes, I will look at it carefully.

If you see any damage, tell us now. Of course. That is fair. Call this number if you have problems.

Thank you. I will save it in my phone. Please return the car on Friday. Friday before noon, correct?

Yes, exactly. Thank you for all your help. You're welcome. Have a safe trip.

Thank you. Have a good day. You too. Goodbye. Goodbye.

A team lunch at work. Are you coming to the team lunch today? Yes, I am looking forward to it.

Good. Almost everyone is going. Where are we going to eat? At the Italian place nearby.

Oh, I like that restaurant. Yes, the food there is great. What time is the lunch?

At 12:30. That works perfectly for me. Should we walk or drive there?

It is close. We can walk. Good. The weather is very nice today. Yes, a walk is a great idea.

Who made the reservation? The manager made it yesterday. Perfect. For how many people?

For 10 people, I think. That is almost the whole team. Yes, only two people are missing.

Is the company paying for lunch? Yes, lunch is free today. That is really wonderful.

A nice surprise from the manager. She is really very kind. Yes, we are very lucky.

What will you order? Maybe some pasta. And you? I really like their pizza.

Their pizza is excellent. Yes, it is always very fresh. Do they have good dessert?

Yes, the tiramisu is famous. Then I must try it today. I will try it, too.

This is a nice break from work. Yes, we really needed it. This week has been very busy.

Very busy. Too many meetings. Yes, way too many meetings. I completely agree with you.

Lunch will help us relax a little. Yes, and we can talk freely. Not only about work topics.

Exactly. That is the best part. What time do we come back? Around 2:00.

That is plenty of time. Yes, no need to rush. Are we going all together?

Yes, we leave from the main lobby. I will be there at 12:25. Perfect. Me, too.

Should I bring anything with me? No, just yourself. Easy enough. See you in the lobby later. See you there. Thank

you. No problem. It will be fun. Yes, I'm already hungry. Me, too. See you soon.

See you soon. Goodbye. Asking about exercise tips. Excuse me, can I ask you something? Of course. What

would you like to know? I want to start exercising soon. That is a really great idea. But I do

not know how to begin. Do not worry. Start slowly. How often should I exercise?

Three times a week is very good. Three times. Okay, I can do that. You can do more later.

What type of exercise is best? Walking is a great way to start. Walking sounds easy for me. Yes, and it's completely

free. How long should I walk? About 30 minutes each time. 30 minutes. I can do that. Try to walk fast, not too slow.

Okay, I will walk faster. Exactly. That is the idea. What about the gym? The gym is very good, too. But it is

more expensive. Yes, home exercise is cheaper. Can I really exercise at home?

Of course. There are many videos online. That is really helpful. You only need a small space. I have

space in my living room. Then you are ready to start. Should I also do some stretching?

Yes, before and after every exercise. That is very important. It helps protect your muscles.

I will remember that. Drink a lot of water, too. Yes, I always forget water.

Keep a bottle near you. Good idea. I will do that. And sleep well every night.

Is sleep part of exercise? Yes, the body needs time to rest. I did not know that before.

Food is also very important. What should I eat? Fruit, vegetables, and less sugar.

That sounds simple enough. Yes, simple is always better. When will I see the results?

After a few weeks of exercise. So, I must be patient. Exactly. Do not give up. Thank you for all the tips.

You are very welcome. You explained it very well. I am happy to help you.

I will start tomorrow morning. Good luck with it. Thank you very much. Take care of yourself.

Goodbye. Goodbye. Finding a budget hotel.

Excuse me, can you help me, please? Of course. What do you need? I am looking for a cheap hotel. There

are a few good ones nearby. That is really good to hear. How much is your budget?

About $50 a night. That is possible in this area. Great. That is a relief.

How many nights will you stay? Three nights. Are you traveling alone?

Yes, just me. Then a small room is enough. Yes, I only need a comfortable bed.

There is one hotel on Green Street. Is it a clean place? Yes, simple but very clean.

That is perfect for me. The rooms are about $40. Even better than I expected.

And breakfast is included. Wonderful. I love breakfast. It starts at 7:00 in the morning.

That is a good time for me. Do you need Wi-Fi in the room? Yes, I need it for work.

It is free in all the rooms. Then it is a really good choice. Yes, many travelers like it.

Is the hotel far from here? About 10 minutes on foot. That is very close.

Yes, you can walk easily. Can I book it online? Yes, or at the reception.

I prefer booking online. It is very simple to do. Are there other cheap hotels?

Yes, there is one on River Road. How much is that one? Around $45.

Similar price to the first one. Yes, but a bit farther away. I will try Green Street first.

That is a smart choice. Do I need to book today? Yes, it gets very busy in summer.

Okay. I will book it now. Good idea. Do not wait. Thank you for all the information.

You are very welcome. You helped me a lot today. I'm happy to help.

Have a good day. You too. Enjoy your stay. Thank you. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Buying medicine at night. Good evening. Are you still open?

Yes, we are open all night. Ah, [sighs] that is a big relief. How can I help you?

I really need some medicine. What seems to be the problem? My stomach hurts a lot.

I am sorry to hear that. It started just after dinner. Did you eat something new?

Yes, a new restaurant in town. That might be the reason. Yes, the food was too heavy.

I have a good medicine for that. Is it a strong medicine? No, it is gentle.

Good. I do not like strong medicine. This one works in about an hour. That sounds perfect for me.

Take one tablet with some water. Just one tablet? Yes, and rest a little after.

Okay, I will do that. Do you have any allergies? No, I do not have any.

Good, then this medicine is safe. How much is it? $7.

That is fine. Do you need anything else tonight? Maybe some tea would help.

We have mint tea here. Mint tea is good for the stomach. Yes, very good.

I will take one box, please. The tea is $3. So, $10 total.

Yes, exactly. Here is my card. Please tap here.

Done. Payment accepted. Thank you. Thank you very much.

Drink the tea warm, not hot. Yes, I will make it at home. And try to go to bed early.

That is my plan tonight. If you feel worse, see a doctor. Yes, I will remember that.

Tomorrow, eat something light. Good advice. Thank you. You are very welcome.

You were very helpful tonight. That is my job. Have a quiet night.

Thank you. Feel better soon. Thank you. Goodbye. Goodbye.

Look for transportation to the center of Paris. Excuse me, sir. Yes, ma'am. I want to go

to the center of Paris. Where are you now? I am at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Okay,

there are many options. What options are there? You can take the RER train. What is the RER?

It is a fast train to the city. How long does it take? About 45 minutes. That is not too long.

And it is very cheap. How much? About 12 euros. That is good. You take the RER B line.

RER B. Where do I catch it? Follow the signs in the airport.

Are there signs in English? Yes, there are signs in many languages. That is helpful.

It stops at several stations in Paris. Which station is the city center? Get off at Châtelet-Les Halles.

Can you spell that? c h a t e l e t then Les Halles. Thank you. What other options are there?

There is also a bus. A direct bus? Yes, the Roissy Bus. Where does it go?

To the Opera district. Is that the center? Yes, very central. How much is the bus? About 13 euros. And

how long? About 1 hour. A little longer than the train. Yes, but very comfortable.

What about a taxi? Taxis are convenient but expensive. How much? Around 50 to 60 euros.

That is a lot. Yes, the train is much cheaper. I think I will take the RER.

That is the best choice. Where do I buy the ticket? At the machine inside the station.

Is it easy to use? Yes, there is an English option. Perfect. Buy a ticket to Paris.

Not a specific station? Just say Paris Center. Okay, I understand now. Do you have a heavy suitcase? Just one medium

bag. No problem on the RER. Thank you so much. You're welcome. Have a good trip. Thank you. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Enjoy Paris. Call a taxi. Hello, I would like to call a taxi, please. Of course. Where are

you? I am at 15 Rue de Rivoli. And where do you want to go? To the Eiffel Tower. Okay. How many passengers? Two people.

Do you have luggage? Yes, two small bags. That is fine. How long will the taxi take to arrive? About 10 minutes.

Good. I will wait outside. Yes, please wait on the street. What color is the taxi? It is a white car. Any other way

to recognize it? It has a sign on the roof. The sign says taxi? Yes, in yellow. Perfect. The driver's name is

Pierre. Pierre, I will remember that. He will call you when he arrives. What is my name for the booking? Can I have your

name? David Martin. Thank you, Mr. Martin. How much will it cost? The Eiffel Tower is about 15 euros. Can I

pay by card? Yes, the driver accepts cards. Good. And cash? Yes, cash, too. Perfect. Is there a child in the group?

No, two adults. Okay, no need for a child seat. Right. Is there anything else? Can I cancel if I need to? Yes,

call us back. What is the number? It is >> 0123456789 Let me write that down. Take your time.

0123456789 Yes, that is correct. Thank you. Is there anything else I can help with? No,

that is everything. Your taxi will be there in 10 minutes. I will be waiting. Have a good day, Mr. Martin. Thank you.

You, too. Enjoy the Eiffel Tower. Thank you. Goodbye. Goodbye. The way to the beach.

Excuse me, sir. Yes. How can I help? I am looking for the beach.

The main beach? Yes, is there more than one? There are three beaches here.

Oh, which one is best? Depends. What do you want? A quiet beach with clean water.

Then the South Beach is best. Where is South Beach? Walk down this road.

This road here? Yes. Keep walking straight. For how long?

About 15 minutes. On foot? Yes, it is not far.

Is there a bus? Yes. Bus number seven.

Where is the bus stop? Behind you. Across the road.

I see it. Thank you. The bus comes every 20 minutes. How many stops?

Just two stops. Easy. Get off at South Beach stop.

Is there a sign? Yes, a big blue sign. Perfect. Are you here on vacation?

Yes, I arrived yesterday. Is this your first time here? Yes, it is beautiful.

Thank you. We love our town. The weather is lovely today. Yes.

Perfect beach weather. Is the water warm? Yes, very warm in summer.

I am glad. Do you have everything? What do you mean?

Sunscreen? Towel? Water?

Yes, I have them all. Good. The sun is very strong today. I will be careful.

Use sunscreen every 2 hours. Every 2 hours? Yes.

Especially between noon and 3:00 p.m. I will remember that. There are also beach chairs to rent.

How much? €5 for the day. That is cheap.

And umbrellas are €3 more. Perfect. I will rent both. Where can I rent them?

At the beach entrance. Is it open now? Yes, from 8:00 a.m. until sunset.

Wonderful. Is there a restaurant on the beach? Yes, very good seafood.

Excellent. Enjoy your day at the beach. Thank you for all your help.

You're welcome. Have fun. Thank you. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Thank the waiter. Excuse me, miss. Yes, sir. Is everything

okay? Yes, everything is wonderful. I am glad. I just wanted to say thank you. Thank me for what? For your excellent

service today. That is very kind of you. I mean it. Thank you, sir. The food was delicious. I am happy to to that. And

you were so helpful. I try my best. You explained the menu very well. I like to help customers choose. The salmon you

recommended was perfect. It is my favorite dish, too. Really? Yes. The chef makes it very well. I could taste

that. He has been cooking here for 15 years. That is a long time. Yes. He is very experienced.

I was also surprised by the dessert. Did you enjoy it? Very much. The chocolate cake was amazing. That is our specialty.

I can understand why. We bake it fresh every morning. That is why it tasted so fresh. Yes, exactly.

You also refilled my water many times. I noticed you were thirsty. That was very attentive. It is part of good service.

Not all waiters do that. I appreciate you saying so. I will come back to this restaurant. We would love to see you

again. Can I ask your name? My name is Sophie. Sophie. I will ask for you next time. That would be wonderful.

I also want to leave a good review. That is very generous. You deserve it. Thank you so much. Can I get the check now? Of

course. I will bring it immediately. No rush. Here it is. Thank you. Thank you for dining with us. The pleasure was

mine. Please come back soon. I definitely will. Have a wonderful evening. You, too, Sophie. Goodbye.

Goodbye, sir. Take Rent a car. Good morning. Good morning. How can I

help you? I want to rent a car. How long do you need it? For 3 days. What size car?

Small or medium. How many passengers? Just me. Then a small car is fine. What do you have? We have a Peugeot 208.

Is it automatic or manual? Manual. I prefer automatic. We also have a Renault Clio. Is that automatic? Yes, it is.

Good. How much per day? €45 per day. So, 3 days is €135? Yes, plus insurance. How much is

insurance? €15 per day. Is insurance necessary? It is optional, but recommended. Okay. I will take it. Good

choice. So, the total is €180? Yes, plus a €200 deposit. A deposit? Yes, we return it when you bring the car

back. I understand. Do you have a driving's license? Yes, here it is. Thank you. And your passport? Here. How

old are you if I may ask? I am 28. Perfect. You need to be at least 21. Good. Do you want a GPS? Is it included?

No, it is €5 per day. I have my phone. Then no GPS needed. Right. Do you want a full tank? What do you mean? The car

comes with a full tank. And I return it full? Yes, otherwise we charge extra.

Okay, I understand. Where will you travel? To the countryside. Beautiful area.

Yes, I love nature. The car is ready now. Already?

Yes, let me show you. Thank you. Please check for any damage. Okay. Sign

here if everything is okay. Yes, everything looks fine. Here are your keys. Thank you. Return by

9:00 a.m. on the third day. I will. Call us if you have any problem. Okay, what is the number? It is on this

card. Thank you very much. You're welcome. Safe driving.

Thank you. Goodbye. Goodbye. At the market. Good morning, ma'am. Good morning. What can I get for you? I am

looking for fresh vegetables. Everything here is fresh. It all looks wonderful. Thank you. I picked them myself. Really?

From your garden? Yes, my farm is 5 km away. That is very local.

Yes, no supermarket here. I prefer that. What do you need today? Tomatoes,

please. How many? 1 kg. These are very good tomatoes. They look

beautiful. Very sweet, too. How much per kilo?

€3. That is a good price. Here you are. Thank you.

Do you have zucchini? Yes, very fresh today. How much?

€2 kilo. I will take half a kilo. Anything else?

Do you have herbs? Yes, basil, thyme, and parsley. I need fresh basil.

Here, smell it. Oh, it is wonderful. From my garden this morning.

How much for one bunch? 1 euro. Very cheap. I keep prices low for my

customers. That is very kind. Do you cook Italian food? Yes, how did you know?

Tomatoes, zucchini, and basil. Ah, yes, I am making pasta tonight. Sounds delicious.

Do you have garlic? Of course, you cannot make pasta without garlic. Exactly.

Here is a head of garlic, 1 euro. Thank you. Do you need onions?

Yes, a few onions, please. Small or large? Three large ones.

Here. What is the total? Tomatoes, 3 euros, zucchini, 1 euro,

basil, 1 euro, garlic, 1 euro, onions, 1.50. So, 7.50?

Yes, 7.50. Here is 8 euros. Thank you. Here is your 50 cents change.

Thank you. Do you want a bag? Yes, please. Here you are.

Thank you very much. Come back next week. I will. The quality is excellent. I appreciate that. Enjoy your day.

You, too. Good luck with the pasta. Thank you. Goodbye. Goodbye. Package delivery. Hello. Someone knocked

on my door. Yes, good afternoon. I have a package for you. A package for me? Yes, is your name Clara Duponk? Yes,

that is me. Here you are. Thank you, but wait. Yes? This box looks damaged. Damaged? Yes,

look at this corner. Oh, I see. It is crushed. I am sorry about that. What happened? I

do not know, maybe during transport. Can I refuse the package? Yes, you can. What happens then? We return it to the

sender. Or I can accept it. Yes, but note the damage first. How do I note it? Sign here and write damaged. And then?

Contact the seller. For a replacement? Yes, or a refund. What did I order? I do not know the

contents. Let me open it. Okay. Oh, no. What is inside? A vase. It is broken. I am very sorry.

I ordered it as a gift. That is unfortunate. What do I do now? Take photos of the damage. Photos of the

box and the vase? Yes, both. Okay. I am taking them now. Good. Then contact the seller? Yes, show them the photos.

Will I get a new one? If you bought insurance, yes. I'm not sure. Check your order confirmation. Okay. We can also

file a report. A delivery report? Yes, it helps with your claim. Please do that. I will write it now. Thank you.

Sign here. And I write damaged? Yes, next to your signature. Done. Here is a copy for you. Thank you. Keep it with

your photos. I will. I am sorry this happened. It is not your fault. Still, it is frustrating. Yes, but thank you

for your help. You are welcome. Goodbye. Goodbye. Good luck. At the vet's.

Good morning, I do not have an appointment. Good morning, is it urgent? Yes, my cat is sick. What is wrong with

her? She is not moving much. Since when? Since last night. Is she eating? No, she refuses food. Is she drinking water?

Very little. How old is she? 4 years old. What is her name? Luna. Is she indoor or outdoor? She stays

indoors. Has this happened before? No, never. Is she vaccinated? Yes, she's up to date. Good. Can the vet see her soon?

We have a cancellation at 10:30. What time is it now? 10:00 a.m. So, 30 minutes? Yes, is that okay? Yes, of

course. Please fill in this form. What information do you need? Your name, Luna's details, and her medical history.

Medical history? Any past illnesses or surgeries? She had nothing serious before. Write that on the form. Okay.

Did Luna eat anything unusual? Not that I know of. Any plants in your home? Yes, I have a few plants. Some plants are

toxic to cats. Really? Yes, lilies are very dangerous. Oh, no. I have a lily. Did Luna go near it? Maybe. I'm not

sure. Tell the vet immediately. Yes, I will. This is important information. I understand. Please have a seat. Thank

you. Do you have Luna's vaccination records? Yes, here they are. Thank you. I will give them to the vet. Will she be

okay? The vet will do everything possible. I am very worried. I understand. You are a caring owner. Luna

is my family. The vet is excellent. That is reassuring. Try to stay calm. I will try. Mr. Laurent? Yes. The vet is ready.

Please follow me. Thank you so much. You are welcome. Good luck, Luna. At the ice cream shop. Good afternoon.

Good afternoon. Welcome. Thank you. You have so many flavors. Yes, we have 30 flavors today. 30? That is a lot. We

change some flavors every week. Really? Which ones are new? Lavender and honey lemon are new. Lavender ice cream? Yes,

it is very popular. That is unusual. Would you like to try it? Can I try before buying? Of course. Here is a

small spoon. Mhm, it is very good. Yes, sweet and floral. I like it. And the honey lemon? Yes, please. Here. Oh, this

is refreshing. Perfect for a hot day. Yes, it is very hot today. What size would you like? What sizes do you have?

One scoop, two scoops, or three scoops? How much for two scoops? €4. I will have two scoops. Which flavors? Lavender and

honey lemon, please. Good combination. Cone or cup? What kind of cones? Regular or waffle cone? Waffle cone, please.

Good choice. It is crunchier. Yes, I prefer it. Any toppings? What toppings do you have? Sprinkles, chocolate sauce,

nuts, and fruit. Can I have some fresh fruit? Yes, we have strawberries and blueberries. Blueberries, please.

Anything else? A little chocolate sauce, too. Of course. Is this for here or to go? I will eat it here. Okay. Would you

like to sit outside? Yes, the terrace looks lovely. Here is your ice cream. Oh, it is beautiful. Thank you. How much

is it? €4.50 with toppings. Here is €5. Thank you. Here's your change. Keep it. Thank you. That is very kind. You

deserve it. Do you come here often? No, it is my first time. I hope it will not be the last. Definitely not. This is

delicious. I'm glad. I will bring my family next time. We would love that. Thank you so much. Enjoy your ice cream.

Have a sweet day. Huh, thank you. Goodbye. Goodbye. At the cinema. Excuse me, miss. Yes, sir. I think I left my

jacket here yesterday. Yesterday? What time? During the 8:00 p.m. showing. Which theater? Theater two. What does

the jacket look like? It is dark blue, a zip-up jacket. Does it have any pockets? Yes, two front pockets.

And the size? Medium. Let me check our lost and found. Thank you. One moment, please.

Of course. We found a jacket last night. Really? Yes, let me get it. I hope it is mine.

Here it is. Is this yours? Yes, that is my jacket. Can you confirm? Yes, I have a key ring in the left pocket. Let me

check. A small Eiffel Tower key ring. Yes, it is here. That is definitely mine.

Please sign here. To confirm I collected it. Yes, your name and signature.

Here you are. Thank you. Here is your jacket. Thank you so much. You're welcome, sir.

I was very worried. I'm glad we had it. My keys were in the pocket, too. Yes, they are still there.

Yes, everything is here. Good. You kept it very safely. We always keep lost items. For how long? For 1 month.

That is very good service. Thank you. After 1 month? We donate unclaimed items

to charity. That is a nice idea. Yes, nothing goes to waste. Good policy. Do you come to our cinema often? Yes, every

week. Then you know us well. Yes, I love this cinema. Thank you. We love our regular

customers. The screens are very big here. Yes, we updated them last year. I noticed. The quality is excellent. We're

glad you enjoy it. Thank you again for the jacket. You're welcome, sir. Have a good day. You, too. See you next week.

Yes, goodbye. Goodbye. The muddy boots. Oh, no. Look at the floor.

What? What happened? Your boots, they're covered in mud. Oh, I'm so sorry. I didn't notice.

There is mud everywhere. On the carpet, too. The carpet? Oh, no. I'm really sorry.

Where did you walk? Through the park. There was a lot of rain.

Yes, the path is very muddy after rain. I should have checked my boots outside. Yes, that would have helped. I will

clean it up right now. Thank you. The mop is in the bathroom. Okay, I'll get it. And please leave your

boots at the door. Yes, of course. Always from now on. We have a mat outside for this reason.

Yes, I forgot about the mat. >> [sighs and gasps] >> You always forget the mat.

Ah, I know. I'm sorry. The floor took me 1 hour to clean yesterday.

Yesterday? Did I do this yesterday, too? No, I cleaned the whole apartment.

Oh, then I ruined your clean floor. Yes, exactly. I feel terrible.

Don't feel too bad. Just clean it up. Of course, I will clean everything. And the carpet. Look at that mark.

Yes, I see it. I will scrub it. Use the spray under the sink. The blue bottle? Yes, the blue one. It works well on mud.

Okay, I have it. Let it sit for 2 minutes first. 2 minutes, then scrub? Yes, then scrub

gently. Like this? Yes, very good. I think it is coming out. Yes, almost gone. I am sorry again.

It is okay. Just use the mat next time. I promise, every single time. Good.

Thank you for being patient with me. I try. I appreciate it. Goodbye to muddy

floors. Goodbye. Use the mat. The perfect profile picture. I need to

change my profile picture. Oh, why? My current one is 3 years old. 3 years? That is too old. Yes, I look very

different now. Huh, [gasps] how different? I had long hair then. And now you have short hair. Very short. People

don't recognize me. Huh, that is a problem. Yes, my new colleague thought I was someone else.

Really? Yes, she saw my profile and was confused. That is very funny.

A little embarrassing, too. You need a new photo. Yes, can you help me take one? Of course, I love taking photos.

Good. Where should we take it? Outside. Natural light is the best. Natural light. Okay. Near the window or in the

garden? The garden looks nice today. Yes, the flowers are blooming. Flowers in the background. That is pretty. Huh.

Very nice for a profile picture. Huh. Not too many flowers. Just a little. Huh. Okay, just a small amount. What

should I wear? Something simple, a plain color. Not a pattern? No, patterns are distracting in photos. My blue shirt?

Yes, the blue one is perfect. Blue looks good in photos? Yes, it is calm and professional. Good. Should I smile? Yes,

a natural smile. Not too big. A natural smile. Okay. Relax your face first. Huh. I look nervous in photos. Huh. Everyone

does. Just breathe. Breathe. Okay. Ready? Look here and smile. Like this? Perfect. That is a great photo. Really?

Let me see. Here. What do you think? Oh. I look normal. Huh. >> [laughter]

>> Huh. You look great. I will use this one. Thank you. Of course. Update it today. Yes, right now. Goodbye to the

old photo. Huh. Goodbye. Goodbye. The daily horoscope. Did you read your horoscope today?

No, I don't believe in horoscopes. Really? I read mine every morning. Every morning? What does it say? Today, it

says I will have good luck. Good luck. And do you believe that? A little. It is fun to read. Fun, yes, but not real. You

don't believe at all? No, the stars cannot predict my day. >> [laughter]

>> Maybe not predict, but guide. Guide? Yes, like a small reminder. A reminder to have good luck.

>> [laughter] >> To be open to good things. That is a nice way to think. What is

your star sign? I am a Scorpio. Scorpio. That is a strong sign. Is it? Yes, determined and loyal. That

does sound like me. >> [laughter] >> See? Maybe the stars know something.

Or it is a coincidence. Maybe. What does Scorpio say today? I don't know. I didn't read it. Let me look on my phone.

Okay. What does it say? It says a surprise will make you happy today. A surprise.

Hmm. >> [clears throat] >> Are you waiting for any news? Actually,

yes. A job application. Oh, maybe that is the surprise. That would be a good surprise. When will

they reply? They said this week. Then maybe today is the day. Now I am a little curious.

The horoscope is working. Don't tell anyone. >> [laughter]

>> Your secret is safe. What does yours say? Mine says, "Share your happiness today." And you shared the horoscope

with me. >> [laughter] >> See? Already true.

Very good. I am converted. >> [laughter] >> Welcome to the horoscope club.

Goodbye. Goodbye. Check yours tomorrow. The new roommate rule. Can we talk about something? Of course. What is it? I want

to add a new house rule. A new rule? About what? About the kitchen. The kitchen. Okay.

I want to keep it clean after cooking. I clean the kitchen. Sometimes, but not always.

Really? I thought I was good. Last night, the pan was in the sink. I was tired last night. I understand,

but the pan sat there all night. Yes, I'm sorry about that. And this morning, there was sauce on the

stove. Sauce on the stove? Yes, I forgot. I had to clean it before making coffee.

I'm sorry. That is not fair. No, it is not. What is the new rule?

Clean immediately after cooking. Immediately? Yes, not the next morning.

Even late at night? Yes, just 5 minutes. Wipe the stove. And wash the pan?

Yes, or leave it to soak in water. Soak in water. Okay, that is easier. Yes, just fill it with water and soap.

Then wash it in the morning? Yes, that is acceptable. Okay, I can do that. Good. And the counters?

Wipe the counters, too? Yes, every time after cooking. Just a quick wipe? Yes, it takes 1 minute. 1

minute, that is not much. Exactly, small effort, big difference. You are right, I will do better. Thank you, I appreciate

it. I didn't realize it bothered you so much. I should have said sooner. No, thank you for saying it now. We are

good roommates, let's stay that way. Agreed, clean kitchen, happy home. Ha, yes, exactly. Goodbye. Goodbye, I will

wipe the stove tonight. >> [laughter] >> Thank you.

The perfect partner list. I made a list. A list? What kind of list? A list of what I want in a partner. Huh, really?

Let me hear it. First, kind and patient. Good start. Second, has a good sense of humor. Yes, very important. Third, loves

food. Huh, loves food? Yes, I like to eat, we must agree on food. Huh, that is very honest. Fourth, is not on

the phone all the time. Huh, that is a good one. Yes, I want a real conversation.

Not just looking at screens. Exactly. Fifth, likes the outdoors. Outdoors?

Like hiking? Walking, parks, the beach, anything outside.

I see. And sixth? Does not snore. >> [laughter]

>> That is on the list? Yes, I am a very light sleeper. Very specific.

I know, but important. What about looks? Nice to have, but not the most

important. Really? A smile is more important than looks. That is a beautiful answer.

Thank you. What is on your list? I have a list, too. Let me hear it. Kind, honest, and

remembers my birthday. Remembers your birthday? Very specific. Yes, I had a bad experience.

>> [laughter] >> I understand. Also, someone who listens.

Yes, listening is very important. And cooks, even a little. You want a cook?

Even pasta is enough. A low standard. Yes, very achievable.

Our lists are not so different. No. Kind, honest, funny, and good food. The basics.

The basics are the most important. I agree. Simple and honest. I hope we both find the right person.

Me, too. Goodbye. Goodbye. Good luck with the list.

Childhood summer memories. This heat reminds me of childhood. Ah, [sighs] yes. Hot summers as a child.

We played outside all day. All day. No phones, no screens. Just the garden and the street. Yes, simple fun. What did

you do in summer as a child? We went to the lake every weekend. A lake? That sounds wonderful. Yes, my father had a

small boat. A boat? I am jealous. It was a tiny boat, very old. >> [laughter]

>> But still a boat. Yes, we loved it. Did you swim in the lake? Yes, every Saturday. Was the water

cold? Freezing, but we didn't care. >> [laughter] >> Children never care about cold water.

No, we stayed in for hours. What did you eat there? My mother made sandwiches. Simple sandwiches taste best outside.

Yes, everything tastes better outside. >> [laughter] >> I agree. What did you do in summer? We

visited my grandmother every August. For the whole month? Yes, she lived in the countryside.

The countryside? That is lovely. Yes, very green, very quiet. No city noise. No noise, just birds and wind. That

sounds perfect. My grandmother had a big vegetable garden. Oh, did she cook from the garden? Yes, everything fresh from

the ground. That must have tasted amazing. The tomatoes were incredible. Fresh garden tomatoes, nothing better. I

still think of them every summer. Summer tastes like tomatoes. Yes, exactly.

Those were simple times. Yes, the best times. Children don't need much to be happy. Just sun and time and family.

And a small boat. >> [laughter] >> And good tomatoes. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Lovely memories. The building maintenance fee. Excuse me, I have a question about the

letter. Of course, which letter? The one about the maintenance fee. Ah, yes, the new fee for this year. It went up by

$30. Yes, it increased this month. Why did it increase? We repaired the elevator last month. The elevator? Yes,

it was broken for 2 weeks. Yes, the repair cost was very high. How much was the repair? $4,000.

$4,000? That is a lot. Yes, the old elevator needed many parts. And all residents

share the cost? Yes, equally between 20 apartments. So, $200 each. Yes, split over several months. Ah, so the $30 is

my share. Yes, for the next 7 months. 7 months of $30 extra? Yes, after that the fee returns to normal. I understand. It

is fair. Yes, we try to share costs equally. Is there anything else planned this year? The lobby painting in

September. Will that cost extra, too? No, that is in the regular budget. Good. I prefer no more surprises.

I understand. We try to plan ahead. That is appreciated. We sent a notice last month. I saw it, but I had questions. Of

course, that is why I am here. You are very helpful. Thank you. My pleasure. Any other questions? No, that is

everything. Thank you. Of course. Have a good day. You too. Goodbye. Goodbye. The secret room rental.

Excuse me, who was that person? Oh, just a friend. A friend? She had a suitcase. She's staying for a few days. Staying

here? Yes, in my room. Your room?

Yes, she's sleeping on the floor. The floor, really? >> [laughter]

>> On an air mattress. It is fine. Hmm, is she renting the room? No, she is my friend.

Are you sure? What do you mean? I saw a payment notification

on your phone. You saw my phone? It was on the table. I didn't look, it

just popped up. Ah, yes, she paid me a little. A little?

$50 for 3 nights. So, you are renting the room? Just informally. We are not allowed to do

that. Really? Yes, it is in our lease agreement. I didn't read that part. You must read the lease. I know. I'm sorry.

The landlord can cancel our lease. Cancel the lease? That is serious. Yes, very serious.

I didn't know it was a problem. I understand, but now you know. How long can she stay? As a guest, three nights

is usually fine. She is only staying three nights. Good. Then say she's just visiting. And

the $50? Give it back. Don't charge her. Okay, I will give it back.

And next time, ask me first. Yes, I should have said something. Yes, we live together. Communication is important.

You are right. I'm sorry. It's okay. Just be careful. I will be. Thank you. Okay. Goodbye. Goodbye, and thank you

for telling me. The boring blind date. I'm back. Oh, how was the date? Hmm, it was okay. Just

okay? What happened? He was very quiet. Quiet? Like shy? Maybe. He didn't ask me any questions.

No questions at all? No. I talked the whole time. The whole time? Yes, about myself. It felt strange. That is not a

good sign. No. I felt like I was interviewing myself. Huh. That is not a date. That is a

monologue. Yes, exactly. What did he talk about? His car for 20

minutes. His car? Yes. All the details. The engine, the color. Huh. Romantic. Very. Did you eat at least? Yes. The

food was good. Huh. Something positive. The pasta was excellent. Huh. Better than the company.

Yes, much better. Was he nice at least? Yes. He was polite. Just boring. Very boring, but polite.

So, politely boring. >> [laughter] >> Exactly.

Will you see him again? No, I don't think so. No spark? Zero spark. Nothing. Zero is a clear answer. Yes, very clear.

Who set you up? My colleague. And does she know how it went? Not yet. I will tell her tomorrow.

Gently. >> [laughter] >> Yes, very gently. Better luck next time.

Yes. Next time, he can talk about a different car. Or ask one question.

>> [laughter] >> Just one. That's all I ask. Very reasonable. Goodbye.

Goodbye. Thank you for listening. Always. Good night. The new magazine boss. Did you meet the

new editor? Yes, this morning. What is she like? Very direct, very fast. Fast? She speaks quickly, thinks

quickly. That is different from our last editor. Very different. He was calm and slow.

>> [laughter] >> Very slow sometimes. Yes, one decision per week.

>> [laughter] >> And she? She made three decisions before lunch. Three decisions already? Yes, new

layout for the cover. Oh, what is the new layout? Bigger photos, less text on the cover.

Hmm, that is modern. Yes, she says the old style is too busy. I can see that. And new font for the

headlines. New font? What kind? Something clean and simple. I like simple.

Me, too. It looks more professional. What was the third decision? A new weekly section. What section? Reader

stories. Real people, real life. Oh, that is a nice idea. Yes, she wants more connection with readers. That is smart.

Yes, very modern thinking. Do you like her? I think so. She is demanding. Demanding how? She wants everything on

time. Ah, that is different. Yes, no late deadlines. That will be a change for us.

Yes, a big change. Some people will find it hard. Yes, but maybe it is good for the magazine. Yes,

a new energy. Exactly. Change can be good. I am curious about her first issue. Me, too. It comes out next month.

Next month, I will watch carefully. Me, too. Goodbye. Goodbye. Good luck this week.

We will need it.