"I've been getting too many spam e-mails." "You should change your e-mail address." Our school building is fifty years old. The roof leaks badly. The weather is comfortable in fall. In Japan, you can readily buy a variety of things such as soft drinks and cigarettes from vending machines.
If you look at anything from a different point of view, you may discover something new. When you are about forty years old, you become aware that your lifetime is limited. When you travel by train, you can read, doze, and gaze at the world outside. When the garlic gives off a nice smell, it is time to add the egg.
I have an important history exam in two weeks, so I have to study every day. Yesterday, we had our sports day, and I took part in the tug-of-war. All of my joints are aching today. Some people believe that if they have a large vocabulary, they can write well. These days, the number of people who want to live in the country is increasing. Overseas school trips are becoming more and more common. "How did you like your trip to Mongolia?" "I enjoyed it a lot." Americans often call you by your first name regardless of age or status. It is said that left-handed people have a better sense of space, and make better architects, than others.
Millions of women around the world have to work extremely long hours for almost nothing. A child can suddenly run into the street, so you should hold his hand tightly and watch him carefully. Those who have confidence are calm and broad-minded. I do not have much physical strength these days, and I get short of breath when I go upstairs. "I have hay fever and am also allergic to cats." "My sister has the same problem." "I'm losing my concentration. I think I'll have some coffee." "Me, too." "Lucy has a nice flgure, and long hair suits her well." "Yes. I envy her." In this town they collect different kinds of trash on different days, so please sort your trash before you put it out.
In Japan, a lot of restaurants serve special food made from local ingredients. "This Korean barbecue restaurant offers all-you-can-eat in 90 minutes for three thousand yen." Very few youngsters give up their seats to elderly people on trains. Nobody recognizes Jim since he has grown a beard and shaved his head. "The staff here aren't very polite, but you can rely on the food to be nice." We walk around campus picking up empty cans every Monday morning. "Why don't we have some tea at McDonald's first and then make plans for the rest of the day?" "Since we're having a big sale next month, more staff should be hired."
Democracy is based on each citizen having an equal vote. "These glasses aren't the right strength for me." 'OK. I'll give you an eye test." November is the busiest tourist season in Kyoto due to the wonderful auturnn colors. One out of three marriages ends in divorce. Digital cameras are becoming smaller in size and more sophisticated. Everyone should be free to decide when to get married and whether to have children. "Do you have the latest issue of Time Magazine?" "Sorry, it's sold out. Some back numbers are available, though." "Watch out! There's some broken glass on the floor." "What happened?"
"What do you think of our new trainee teacher?" "There's something funny about him." The apartinent (that) I bought last month is a ten-minute walk frorn rny parents' house. Mountain climbing is attractive not only because you can enjoy beautiful scenery, but also because it is good aerobic exercise. "You should stay at that hotel. You have splendid views of Lake Toya from its rooms." These days, Polly refuses to go to school and locks herself in her room. When I get home, my dog rushes to the door, wagging his tail in delight. "How do you spend your weekends?" "I usually just sit around the house." "My son always puts ketchup and mayonnaise on his scrambled eggs." Whenever I feel stressed out, I go to the beach near my house and listen to the soothing sound of the waves. "What do you do?" "I left my job last year and now I'm a stay-at-home wife."
Kenji is working hard to improve his math by going to a cram school every night. The flu is going around. In order to keep from catching it, you should gargle and wash your hands regularly. "May I help you?" "Thank you, but I'm already being served." "You're always complaining that your boss gives you too much work. Keep your chin up!" I have gained weight recently, so I am afraid of stepping on the scales! "This canned tuna has passed its best-before date, but do you think it's OK?" I have not decided where, but I want to live in Europe someday. Last month, I had a big fight with my boyfriend and we broke up. When I was waiting in the checkout line at a convenience store, I ran into a friend from high school. When I went to a friend's wedding reception, I met many old friends from college.
Global warming has a serious effect on the earth's whole ecosystem. Gordon is very clumsy. Yesterday he fell down the stairs, and today he spilled coffee all over his laptop. The company went through a bad time last year, but recently things have been improving. "Have you ever been to Germany?" "Yes. I took a trip there twice when I was single." "This is the first time I've ever been bungee jumping." "Don't worry. It's a piece of cake." "I've never had such delicious stew." "Thank you. How about another helping?" Ever since Craig won a fortune in the lottery, he has been neglecting his work and gambling a lot. Time flies! It has been three years since I came to Thailand to study. "How long have you and Samantha known each other?" "For just one month." "I've been very busy with work for the last few days, so I'd like to relax this weekend."
When I was young, I learned about French cuisine while working at a three-star restaurant in Paris. Kate seemed nervous on stage, even though she had practiced her lines over and over. Roger came third in the Honolulu Marathon, even though he had never run that distance before. On my way to the station, I came across the bicycle (that) I had lost a few days before. Yesterday, Jack called to tell me that he was going to be at the bar by two o'clock. I waited there until three o'clock, but he never showed up. Ten years ago, no one imagined that LCDs would be this cheap. If you do nothing but study, you will end up being narrow-minded. "Are you ready to order, sir?" "I'll have what he's having." "I've caught a cold and have a fever of almost 40℃, so I won't be able to go to the meeting today." "The train (that) I'm taking leaves at ten o'clock, so I'll leave home at nine thirty."
"After visiting Los Angeles, I'll be trying my luck in the casinos of Las Vegas!" "I haven't been well lately. I'm planning to take two weeks off." I suggest that we (should) have a party to celebrate our grandparents' 50th wedding anniversary. Joe's wife demanded that he stop going out on Saturday nights to save money. My birthday is in May. Mr. Thomas is a competent scholar, but he is terrible with children. One problem with buying books on the Internet is that it is difficult to judge whether they are really worth reading. The problem with airlines is that they are often affected by snow. "When is your manuscript due?" "Next Monday, which is bad!" One of the main purposes of the World Cup is to promote friendship among nations.
One of the main pleasures of New Year's Day is reading New Year's cards while drinking sake. The best thing about staying in New Zealand was that everyone in my host family was very kind to me. "How should I cook this?" "All (that) you have to do is microwave it for ten minutes." The first thing (that) you should do to impress a girl is (to) make her laugh. In order to organize your plans, the first thing to do is (to) set priorities. The best thing (that) I can do to protect nature is (to) turn off the lights when I am not using them. This organic fruit jam contains no preservatives and will quickly go bad. "Would you like some coffee?" "I'm flne, thank you." This graph shows that the national unemployment rate remained fairly steady between 2000 and 2005. "You look great in that beige dress." "Thank you."
Last month, my parents sent me a box of satsuma oranges by courier service. "The boss bought me dinner last night." "Really? He's usually so stingy!" "Desk work gives me a stiff neck." "That's true. Why don't you go (and) get a massage?" This historical novel gives you some idea of what life was like in the Edo period. We often forget how much we owe to our ancestors. My house is in the suburbs of London, and it takes about thirty minutes to get there from King's Cross Station. It took me two weeks to create my own website. "A photocopier would save us a lot of time and trouble." "I know, but they're too expensive." It cost a hundred yen to download the ringtone melody to my cell phone. "The other day, I found a nice ramen stall, so I took its photo with my smartphone and sent it to my boyfriend!"
Department stores in Tokyo generally provide excellent service, and the staff are well-trained and courteous. Although the science teacher tried to explain the new theory in simple terms, the students still found it difficult to grasp. Advances in medical science have enabled people to live longer. The purpose of this commercial is to let viewers know the dangers of drunk driving. In some countries, students are allowed to use calculators during tests. Humor can be effective in making human relationships run smoothly. Today, as punishment for being late, I was made to weed the playground. Paul's baby sister cannot eat by herself yet, so he often helps his mother feed her. Taking a walk sometimes helps you clear your mind and focus on what is most important. In Japan, opening a gift in front of the giver is considered rude, while in the U.S. it is perfectly natural.
Dick is regarded as a nuisance by his neighbors, because he rides around at night on his motorbike making a racket. The washing machine is making strange noises, so we have to have it repaired. I have to have my train pass renewed because it expires tomorrow. "Hello. Could I speak to Mr. Stevens?" "I'm afraid he's not here. Shall I have him call back later?" Henry is often so absorbed in playing basketball that he finds himself practicing until late at night. I had never heard that Tony could speak French, but yesterday I heard him using it on the phone. On New Year's Eve, after listening to the temple bells ringing, many Japanese people go to shrines to pray for happiness. What's so special about this zoo?" "You can see the animals moving around at close range." "You must not let strangers into the house." "OK, Mummy. I'll remember that next time." This morning, I left all the windows open to let some fresh air in.
I cannot walk five kilometers, let alone jog that far. I cannot stand being kept waiting for hours at the outpatients' section of a hospital. Last month, I broke my right leg during PE class and was taken to the hospital by ambulance. Dan and I played tricks on Mr. Smith and were told off for it. When I got a camera as a present at the age of seven, I realized how interesting visual images were. The other day, my niece was hospitalized and had an operation. Fortunately, it was successful. The doctor told me to apply some eye drops every five hours. I started yoga because someone told me that I had poor posture. The recent typhoon seriously damaged about two-thirds of the apple crop in this region. The installation of this air conditioner will be flnished in another two hours.
"You're not supposed to put out the garbage today." "Oh, I'm sorry. I got my days mixed up." Lisa did not want to be seen crying, so she buried her face in her hands. This summer, I went to Vietnam, and had a hard time because Japanese was not spoken there. All summer, I got bitten by mosquitoes, but I did not get stung by a single bee. I felt embarrassed when I could not get through the automatic ticket gate. Yesterday, I was caught in a shower on my way home and got soaked to the skin. I usually get my mother to make my lunch, but today I made it myself. The writer's books sell very well, and he will be autographing them at a bookstore near the station tomorrow. This morning, the furniture (that) I had ordered from Spain was delivered. I am reluctant to get rid of books (that) I bought when I was in college.
The DVD about dinosaurs (that) you lent me last Wednesday was absolutely fascinating. It is sometimes difficult to get along with people whose lifestyles are different from yours. The office where I work now is just two stops away on the train. Members of the judo club usually go to restaurants where they can eat a lot of food cheaply. "Susan's always talking about herself. That's why I don't like her much." In cities, where you are surrounded by concrete, you seldom experience the subtle changes in the seasons. In the past, when there were no radios or televisions, people had no choice but to create their own entertainment. Our daughters, who began piano lessons when they were five years old, have grown up and no longer play music. The Olympic Games, which cost a fortune to host, are losing their original spirit of sportsmanship. The Shiretoko Peninsula has recently been designated a World Heritage site, which will protect the area from further development.
What is important in education is not only what is taught, but what kind of people you meet. When you meet someone for the first time, you often have no idea what they are like, and feel uneasy. It is difficult for me to turn down what a salesclerk recommends. "I'm going to have a talk with Mr. James about what to do after graduation." "What a surprise to see you here!" "Yeah. It's a small world." "I'll invite Jenny to dinner on the weekend." "What if she refuses?" People who become familiar with a lot of poems and novels at an early age feel that they know what life is all about. "Answering the questions on this questionnaire is troublesome." "Just write whatever you like." This town is completely different from what it was ten years ago. "What is the fare from Vancouver to Toronto?" "One way or round trip?"
"What do you call this fruit in English?" "Persimmon." "What are your hours?" "From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m." "My sister had a baby girl." "That's great news. You must be so happy." While you are a student, you should acquire a lot of knowledge and become flexible in your thinking. Japan is running out of places to dump trash. We must think more seriously about recycling. "Shall we go out for a walk to clear our heads? We may come up with a good idea." When I was in elementary school, I would usually play outside with neighborhood kids after school. I used to eat ramen at night, but now I do not because I must cut down on my calorie intake. Because of the recession, my uncle had to close down his restaurant in Sydney last month. When Jonathan rushed into the classroom with some egg on his mustache, we could not help laughing at him.
I did not think it would rain. I should have checked the weather report before I left home. When the fire broke out, there must have been over five hundred guests in the hotel. "My lunch box is missing. I may have left it in my locker." "Well, go (and) check now." A serious student like John cannot have cheated on the exarn. "I got up late. But my mother drove me to the station, so I was on time for work." I speak almost no Italian, but while traveling in Italy this spring, I managed to communicate with gestures. I did not have enough money on me, so I could not buy the souvenir (that) I wanted. "Could you check how much it'll cost to send this parcel by special delivery?" If you lived to be two hundred years old, your life would probably be boring. If I were the Prime Minister of Japan, I would flrst of all try to improve the national economic situation.
"I'm going to order out for pizza and French fries." "I wouldn't. You're on a diet." Fred is a math genius. He can solve a problem in a minute that would take me hours. If I had one billion yen, I would buy a luxurious house by the ocean and retire. If you were asked to describe how trout tastes, what words would you choose? If you put your finger on the screen and swipe horizontally, it moves to the next screen. If I could go back by time machine to the days when I was in junior high school, I would ask Jesse out. "Michael wants to quit his job. I'd appreciate it if you could talk him out of the idea." Fewer murders would be committed in the U.S. if it were not for guns. If there were more 24-hour childcare centers, single mothers would be freer to work. "This aquarium is fun. I could spend hours here." "Why don't we stay all day?"
"I'd like a refund on these jeans. The waist is a little too tight." "How would you like me to send the documents by fax or by e-mail?" "I don't mind. You can decide." If you had followed the doctor's advice and stayed in bed, you would probably have gotten well in a couple of days. If I had not discovered the Beatles and become a singer, I would be just an ordinary office worker. "I wish I could afford to buy a Mercedes-Benz." "Really? A bicycle is enough for me." These days, I sometimes wish I had been born twenty years later. It is about time you resigned your post to make way for younger employees. In 3-D movies, you feel as if everything were happening right before your eyes. My father always walks to work to make up for the lack of exercise in his daily life. Many people stayed up all night waiting in line to buy tickets for Madonna's concert.
"Eating a hearty breakfast is good for your health." "I know, but I have no time." Everyone knows that smoking is bad for their health, but many people cannot quit (it). We do without luxuries in order to pay for our son's school expenses. I went into the library quietly so that I would not disturb the people there. To avoid heatstroke, make sure you drink plenty of fluids. My cell phone's batteries were dead, so I recharged them at the staff room. "I can't get a signal on my cell phone because I'm in the basement." I have a job and pay taxes, but I do not have the right to vote simply because I am under twenty. Just because young people read less, this does not mean that they are less curious. Many children cannot go to school mainly because their families are poor.
People choose to marry late partly because they want to enjoy their freedom as long as possible. Many people today are overweight probably because they are too busy to exercise. "Why are you late?" "The plane was delayed for two hours because of fog." I had a lot of problems, but thanks to my friends, I managed to overcome them. We were all moved to learn that Angela had spent her childhood in an orphanage. I was disappointed that my favorite skirt had gotten stained. We were thrilled that we had made it through to the National High-School Baseball Tournament. Yesterday, it was so hot that I burned my fingers on the car door. "You're not old enough to get married. But I guess if your boyfriend's rich, age doesn't matter." Soaking in a bath at a hot spring resort is enough to relieve all the stress of everyday life.
"Sorry, I forgot to record the soccer game." "Again? You're hopeless!" ‐"David hates sitting with his legs crossed. His legs go to sleep." I went window shopping with brand-new high heels on today and got blisters on my feet. Kevin was standing alone in a pub with a glass of beer in one hand and a sports paper in the other. Riding a bicycle at night without the light on is stupid and dangerous. The drunken man sitting next to me on the train fell asleep, resting his head on my shoulder. "Your ankle is swollen. What happened?" "I sprained it while playing soccer." Suddenly excited, Tim took the teddy bear out of the box. Considering the issue of street crime, it seems better to study in Australia than in the U.S. "Memorizing lists of English words is incredibly tiring!" "I agree. I've had enough."
"In my free time, I like going to DIY stores." "Do you know about the new one near the office?" "Studying Korean is very popular nowadays." "Yes, even my mother's into it." I had spent three hours watching videos on YouTube before realizing it. Mother Teresa, as a nun, devoted all her life to giving a helping hand to poor people. This article on the Self-Defense Forces is well worth reading. The heavy traffic prevented me from arriving on time, so my boss got upset. "I have an upset stomach and feel like throwing up." "Don't move. I'll get you a bucket." My grandmother, who is eighty, goes swimming at a local pool every day. In Japan, crowds of people go cherry-blossom viewing around the beginning of April. "Would you mind gift-wrapping this for me, please?" "Certainly not, ma'am."
"I don't mind your coming home late as long as you're sober." "People have difficulty putting in contact lenses at first." I have low blood pressure, but I have no difficulty getting up early. For flnancial reasons, I had to give up the idea of studying abroad. Peter has lived in Kyoto for months, but he is still not used to the public transportation. In order to stay healthy, Karen walks up the stairs, instead of taking the elevator. "Will it be a sunny day tomorrow?" "Yes. Why don't you take Elizabeth to a beer garden?" It is dangerous to think that your values are the only correct ones. It would be dangerous for this country to depend on only one energy source. It is shameful to change your opinions simply to please other people.
It is really nice to have time to sunbathe at the pool. "Is it possible for you to postpone our business trip to Hong Kong until next week?" It will be beneficial for everyone if the standard retirement age is raised to seventy. "It was wise of you to make a reservation at this restaurant so far in advance." In order to develop your ability to concentrate and think clearly, it is best to get enough sleep. In Japan, it is good manners to pour other people's drinks at parties. It is no exaggeration to say that Naomi is addicted to shopping. "ft's better to take this wool cardigan to the dry cleaner than to wash it by hand." "It's a good day to wash the car. Emma, go (and) get the hose!" "0K. Good idea." "It's your turn to do the dishes today. I did them yesterday."
It is not unusual in the West to show guests around your whole house. "Mr. Woodham is the boss. It's up to him to organize the meeting." It is a waste of taxpayers' money to tear up decent sidewalks and then repave them. It is the responsibility of parents to teach their children how to behave properly in public. It does not matter how much Kenny drinks, because he never gets hungover. It is a pity that many peopte still mistakenly believe that they have only to speak English to be internationally-minded. My father is very stubborn, so it is no use trying to persuade him to change his mind. It was for the first time in ten years that we saw our town covered with snow before Christrnas. It is not until you go abroad that you realize how wonderful traditional Japanese culture is. It will be many years before anyone can accurately predict a hurricane's behavior.
"Let's take a break before we continue the negotiations." "That sounds like a good idea." "You'll see the office as soon as you get off the elevator on the fifth floor." Once you take the pot off the stove, let it stand for five minutes. Every time I travel to China, I regret that I did not study Chinese harder. “Take an umbrella with you in case it rains." “OK,I will." In my opinion, telling a lie is acceptable when the truth may hurt someone's feelings. "Your room's messy. Tidy it up by the time your father gets back." "We have plenty of time until the dolphin show begins. What shall we do?" Now that the National Center Exams are all over, I feel really relieved. "What do you think of Darrell's plans?" "As far as I'm concerned, they're absolutely impractical."
Whenever New Year comes around, I promise myself that I will keep a diary. Many people buy bottled water, even though plastic bottles are not environmentally friendly. Young people can look beautiful even when they are not wearing makeup. These days, even if you have no cash on you, you can eat out or do some shopping. However difficult a math problem seems to be, you can flnd a clue to the solution by trial and error. Do not despair however many times you fail. It is a mistake to lose hope after your first try. It is true that this hybrid car gets good mileage, but it is a bit expensive. I am not sure if things produced by advanced technology have made our daily lives much more comfortable. “I take an advanced French course,but it's very hard to keep up with it, so I'm wondering if l should change courses." As the proverb goes, you cannot have your cake and eat it too.
I have to hand in a paper for Professor Milton's chemistry class by Thursday morning. Most people are capable of expressing their ideas by the age of five or six. Except during rush hour, you can usually find a seat on the train. Besides going to a swimming school twice a week, Sheila works out at a gym on Wednesdays. Last year, WHO issued a warning that bird flu would trigger an international pandemic. Since you have no evidence that Jill stole your textbooks, you must not suspect her. Some Japanese people may have had the experience of panicking when suddenly asked for directions in English. The tendency for young people to be indifferent to politics is nothing new. Richard is under the illusion that all women are drawn to him. I certainly am not! The memory of being stuck in an elevator as a child is so intense that I will never forget it.
I do not agree with the idea that men and women should have equal roles in the home and in the workplace. I read a newspaper article this morning that said that Japan should abolish the death penalty. "Why did Simon quit his job?" "He wants to realize his dream of opening his own cafe." Americans have a custom of singing Carols on Christmas Eve. There is a common belief in the West that June brides will lead happy lives. "Is the rumor true that Dylan's rock band is breaking up?" "Yes. He fell out with the drummer." "That Australian beef over there is cheaper than this domestic beef." The population of Holland is much larger than that of Greece, but its area is less than half as large. Electronic dictionaries are far lighter than paper ones. Moreover, they are more useful because they contain a number of dictionaries. Doing physical activity is more enjoyable than staring at a PC screen.
In that country, prices have risen by 20,000% over the past three years, and their bank notes are as good as wastepaper. My sons all have big appetites, so my family spends about three times as much money on food as the average family. My understanding is that there are more than ten times as many lawyers in the U.S. as there are in Japan. More languages are spoken in New York than in any other city in the world. Computers today are ten times as powerful as they were twenty years ago, but they cost only one-fifth as much. The current low birthrate is not a serious problem for Japan, because its ideal population would be about half what it is now. This town is a lot greener than it was thirty years ago. Young Japanese people today engage in volunteer activities more actively than they used to. We should value traditions more than we do now, and pay more attention to the importance of our heritage. Jennifer's father looks much younger than he really is. No wonder you mistook him for her brother.
You learn more when you have difficulties than when everything is going well. When I stay over at a friend's house, I take more snack food than we can eat. Mary likes to study more than anyone else in her class, but she says that she is happiest on Sundays, when there is no school. I woke up earlier than usual this morning, so I felt sleepy all day. India is the world's second largest rice producer, after China. "Of all desserts, I like custard pudding best." "Girls always have room for dessert." No other book in the world is read rnore widely than the Bible. I prefer playing sports outside to watching TV at home. The more you laugh, the healthier you are, both physically and mentally. The older you get, the more dfficult it becomes to learn a foreign language, but the more pleasure you get from studying it.
As my working hours get longer, I find myself with less time for hobbies. The more you know about the real state of affairs in your company, the less eager you are to work. We watched our team lose the soccer match. The cold rain left us feeling even more miserable. "I'm going to sell this handbag on an online auction." "That's an old design, so you'll get twenty thousand yen at most." "This pot cost thirty thousand yen! Can you believe that?" "Incredible!" The physics exam (that) I took yesterday was more difftcult than I had expected. "Congratulations on winning the award! Could you tell me why you decided to become a film director?" "Could you tell me where the city hall is?" "Go straight for two blocks, and you'll see it on your right." "If you like, I'll pick you up at the bus stop." "Thank you. I'll be there at two." "Could you see Judith off if it's not inconvenient for you?" "Sure. No problem."
"I often talk with Eric, but I don't think I've ever heard him talk about his job." "What do you think will be invented fifty years from now?" "A TV that would allow you to taste something on the screen." You should do what you believe is right, whether other people approve or not. "Do you happen to know where the restroom is?" "Sure. It's that way." Many Japanese business people, when they have a long vacation, are at a loss how to spend their time. I was born and brought up in the middle of Kobe. Right across from my house was a Western-style house with a brick wall around it. "Today frozen foods are fifty percent off, so the food section of the supermarket is crowded." Our principal is in her fifties, but she looks young for her age. Japan made great economic progress in the 1970s and started to export cars all over the world. At this rate, the earth's average temperature will have increased by 3℃ or more by the end of the 21st century.
It is estimated that in several years the world's population will reach eight billion. Years later Joey's success as a salesperson was recognized and he was transferred to headquarters. "How long before the flight should I get to the airport?" "Please be there at least two hours before take-off." Some foreigners can use Japanese in daily life a year after they arrive in Japan." "I hear you stayed three days in Shanghai." "Yes, and shopping was so cheap thanks to the strong yen." "My temperature is 38.5℃, and I have a runny nose." "Don't give it to me!" Every morning, I swim ten laps of butterfly in the university's heated pool. The earthquake that hit Chile last month was the severest in forty years and five thousand people were killed or injured. When you stare at something from a distance of less than six meters, your eye muscles become tense. Although over two-thirds of the earth's surface is covered with water, many countries around the world are suffering from water shortages.
At this university, the ratio of male to female students in the Faculty of Engineering is about flve to one. "From which platform does the 3:00 p.m. express train for Seattle depart?" Tomatoes were originally grown not in Italy but in South America. Put up this notice with double-sided tape, not with thumbtacks. In male-oriented societies, women have few opportunities to fulfill their potential in the academic world. Tobacco companies can no longer advertise their products on television in this country. "Restaurants featured in guidebooks aren't always nice." "You're so right! Some of them are disappointing." "This house faces south and is ideal in terms of size, but it's a little too expensive for us." Not all Japanese people know much about their own history and culture. Far from receiving applause, the band was booed and had garbage thrown at them.
I wake up. I get up. I turn off the alarm clock. turn on I turn over in bed. I fall back to sleep again. I get out of bed. I turn on the heater. (air conditioner) I open (close) the curtains. (window/shutter) I fold up the bedding and put it in the closet. (comforter/blanket/mattress) I make the bed. I take off (fold) my pajamas. I go to the bathroom. I flush the toilet. I wash my hands. I dry my hands. dry/wipe one’s face with a towel I turn the faucet on (off). turn on (off) the water run a faucet I brush my teeth. I rinse out my mouth. I gargle. I fight over using the wash basin first. bathroom vanity toiletries I take a shower.
"I can hardly wait to watch the next episode of this drama." "Me, neither." The last thing (that) I want to hear said about me is that l am a coward. "Isn't your wife coming today?" "No, but she says hello to everyone." I rented two DVDs from the rental video shop last week, but I have not watched either of them yet. "Could you do me a favor?" "Sure, I'd be happy to. What is it?" "I'm afraid of flying, so I always take the train." "The only thing (that) I'm afraid of is my wife." Rob hesitated to hold Sally's hand at first, but on the Ferris wheel he could not resist it. Ruth has a pessimistic view of life and always worries about trivial matters. "I've been looking forward to this day for a long time." "I know exactly how you feel." Most Americans do not care how you pronounce English as long as they can understand what you are trying to say.
Some people do not feel guilty about littering tourist areas. Alex is self-centered and inconsiderate of others, so he was rejected by his classmates. Sharon was so ashamed of her poor test results that she did not speak for a week. Our company president is very nervous about the protection of personal information. I apologized to Ann for being late, but she did not forgive me. "Don't cut in!" "Sorry, I didn't mean to." Comics play an important role in Japanese popular culture. I think that British people are similar to Japanese in the way (ttrat) they react to happiness or sadness. English and Japanese are completely different in pronunciation and grammar. Browsing through the entries in an encyclopedia is just Iike wandering among the shelves in a vast library.
Ways of greeting people vary from country to country. In Japan, bowing is more common than shaking hands. The quality of a newspaper depends on the intellectual level of its readers. Unlike in the U.S., in Japan, people drive on the left-hand side of the road. People who share the same hobby often have lively conversations. "There's already a long line of people." "We were right to arrive early." Some societies tend to place importance on your academic background. When I passed Tom and Jean on the street, I pretended not to notice them. The art of calligraphy dates back to ancient China. The jewelry shop was robbed last night, and diamond rings worth one hundred million yen were stolen. Equality of the sexes is taken for granted, but only a few women are active in the political arena.
Under the seniority system, taking maternity leave puts women at a disadvantage in terms of promotion. Japan used to be famous for its low crime rate, but there is more and more crime these days. Most Japanese believe that their blood type has something to do with their personality. A nocturne by Chopin always reminds me of my stay in Warsaw. My husband and I share household chores. I am in charge of vacuuming. The books you read in your youth have a great influence on your view of life. At first I had the impression that Betty was difficult to talk with, but later I realized that this was not the case. People say that practice makes perfect. This is particularly true of learning foreign languages.
I shave. I blow my nose. I put on some lotion. put on/wear makeup makeup base / sun block / sunscreen lotion / powder / blush / lipstick I smooth down my messy hair. I do my hair. I fix my hairdo. I brush/ comb my hair. I blow-dry my hair. I choose my clothes according to my schedule. I based on my plans. I put on my shirt/pants/skirt. hat shoes glasses contact lenses watch / put on I dress my child. I go get the newspaper. I water the flowers. I boil some water. hot water I make coffee. I brew coffee. I pour some coffee into a cup/ the cup. I make toast. I toast some bread. I get the milk out of the refrigerator. fridge I turn on the radio/TV. I listen to a foreign language course on the radio. I watch a morning drama series. serial drama I check my fortune on TV. fortune fortune-telling I check the weather/traffic report on TV. I set the [VCR] timer to record a TV program. VCR videocassette recorder I check the supermarket flyers. flyer flier
I feed the cat/dog. food I take my dog for a walk. I switch off/on the light. turn off/on I unplug the cord. outlet plug I close the door and lock it. I check the lock. I make sure the door is locked. I give my husband/child a ride to the station. I drive/walk my husband/child to the station. I see my husband/child off.
I set five alarm clocks, but it didn’t work.Thank goodness! I almost overslept.I’ll sleep for just five more minutes.If I go back to sleep now, I won’t be able to wake up on time...Oh! I was having such a wonderful dream when I woke up! I have to call the office and tell them I’m going to be late.<To a family member who won’t wake up>Don’t blame me if you are late for work /for school.I feel down when it’s cloudy.I have a terrible hangover.I didn’t get a reply to the e-mail I sent last night.Ugh, my throat feels sore. I think I’ve caught a cold. <In the winter> It’s getting harder to get out of bed in the morning. I can’t decide what to wear! Maybe I will wear these brand-new clothes that I bought the other day. I have a meeting with the clients today, so I have to dress neatly. My hair doesn’t look very nice today.
I put on a pair of stockings in a hurry and made a run in them. I can’t tie my necktie neatly. The makeup is going on my face really well this morning. Gee, I just can’t get this eyebrow pencil right today! I’m having trouble putting in my contact lenses. The water has gotten cold/warm. I mustn’t forget to guard against hay fever. I’ll just have yesterday’s leftovers for breakfast. I feel terrible when I skip breakfast. I burned the toast! Aren’t there any newspapers today? <On TV fortune-telling> Lucky me! Taurus/My sign is the luckiest star sign today! I wonder if the weather forecast is accurate today. Should I bring a folding umbrella? I’ll take an earlier train than usual today. This TV program is so amusing that I cannot leave home.
I cross at the crosswalk (pedestrian overpass). underpass I wait for the light to change. The signal turns green/red. I cross against the light. I say hello/hi to my neighbors. I feel out of breath after running to the station. I climb up / go down the stairs in the station. I touch the ticket gate with a prepaid railway pass / my SUICA. I get stopped by the automatic ticket gate. I top up my SUICA. I take a different line than usual. I stand in line and wait for the train. I stand in a queue. I run onto the train. I get on/off the train. I get pushed in by a station employee.
I get shoved out onto the platform and cannot get back on. I put my bag on the rack. I leave my bag on the rack. I forget my bag on the train. I stand in front of someone who looks likely to get off soon. I hang onto the strap. I doze off on the train. I drop off. I drift off. <When the train suddenly brakes> I lose my balance. keep balance I bump/run into someone. I step on someone’s foot. I stomp on someone’s foot. I nearly get suffocated/break a bone on a packed train. crowded train/busy train I give up my seat to an elderly /old/aged person / a pregnant woman. I change trains. change to A / transfer to A I move to the spot where a women-only car stops. boarding point I go through the ticket gate.
This railroad crossing rarely opens. pedestrian crossing seldom The crossing bell is ringing already! Can I make it?! Can I cross the railroad crossing before the [crossing] bar comes down? It’s better to find a seat on a local train because that express is really crowded. express [train]/limited express [train] I’m better off finding a seat ... I had better find a seat ... Oh no! My bag’s gotten stuck in the door[s]! be caught in the door[s] I pull my bag inside. Lucky me! I found a seat! This line became more convenient after its expansion. Lucky for me. I’m in luck. ×I feel convenient with it. I didn’t expect I’d find a seat now. Do you mind if I sit here? This line is often delayed due to mechanical trouble. the Chuo line/signal failure/ accident causing injury or death The train is reducing its speed. Not again. reduce [one’s] speed slow down ×speed down Hey, it’s speeding up again. The train has been coming to a stop quite often today. The train came to a sudden/an abrupt stop due to the stop signal. Trains are not busy during school holidays/the Bon holidays. summer vacation/holidays/break Restaurants are busy because of the Bon holidays.
I put my laundry in the washing machine. I take the laundry out of the washing machine. I do the laundry with/using the bath water. [laundry] detergent softener I soak the shirt in water before washing. I clean the shirt with bleach. I hang the laundry up to dry. I air out futons. I take in the laundry. I let the laundry/clothes dry in the shade. I dry the clothes in the sun. I put the laundry in the dryer. drier tumble-dry I fold the clothes. I iron the clothes. I rearrange my wardrobe for the new season. I take my winter clothes to the dry cleaner’s. the cleaner’s/dry-cleaning shop I go shopping for food. I make/write a shopping list. I look for items at discount prices (bargain prices). I keep the item’s lowest price in mind. remember I wait in the checkout line at the supermarket. checkout counter/cash register cashier / express counter/express line I make sure I got the right change. I sort out the contents of the fridge/refrigerator. I make/fix dinner with what's left. I try a new recipe I saw on TV (found on a website). I sharpen a knife. I clear the table. clean I wipe the table.
I tidy up the room. clean I dust the furniture. I air out the room. I let some fresh air into the room. I vacuum the floor/room. vacuum cleaner / duster broom / mop I wipe the floor with a wet rag. rinse [out] the rag wring [out] the rag I mop the floor. I wax the floor. I polish the floor with wax. I clean off the mold in the bathroom. I redecorate my room/house. redo/rearrange I do eco-friendly cleaning with baking soda and vinegar. ecology eco-friendly green goods/ products I scrape the dishes thoroughly before I wash them. dishwasher I take a stack of old newspapers out for recycling. I check the garbage collection day for plastics. trash / rubbish I take out the garbage. I separate the garbage into combustible and noncombustible. I sweep the yard. I weed my garden. I pull up the weeds. I mow the lawn. I grow herbs in my garden. I wire the cables. I connect the wires. I pay my bills. bill collector/money collector I keep records of household expenses.
Many a man has lost his life at sea. More than one student studies French in our class. The old are apt to catch cold. The English are said to be a practical people. Half of the students are absent. Three-fourths of the earth's surface is covered with snow. One-third of the six members were women.
I swipe my ID card through a time recorder. /card swipe/card device I open the locker and put my bag in. I answer the phone. I get the phone. I take notes. I get down A. I jot down A. I transfer a phone call. I hang up [the phone]. Would you hold on, please? Would you hold the line, please? I give someone a message. Would you like to leave a message? I mix up an external line with an extension line. I dial 0 first before making a phone call. I use a calculator. I work with a calculator. I submit the documents. (turn in A, hand in A) I stamp the documents /papers. I organize my material. I tidy up the desk. I make some copies. I make photocopies. I Xerox copies. I prepare /draw up my material and distribute copies. I send a document by fax/ e-mail. I shred a document. I pass my receipt on to the accounting department. voucher / travel voucher I get reimbursed for my expenses. They deliver mail throughout the company. They circulate the memo.
I organize the top of my desk. clean We circulate a ringi, an approval document for decision-making. I have a meeting with my staff. subordinate/staff superior/boss I attend a meeting. I speak at the meeting. I prepare for my presentation. I make/do a presentation. I book a room for the meeting. We hold a videoconference with clients overseas. We talk via videoconference with clients overseas. I meet a client. I exchange business cards with a client. I make the rounds to sell the product. I go on a [one-day] business trip. I go out of town. I travel three days a week on business. We market our merchandise. We entertain our customers. client I go directly [to the site]. I take a lunch break. I go out for lunch. I am out to lunch. I redo my makeup. I get promoted ahead of my senior. get/receive a promotion I am commended for achieving excellent sales results. I receive an official notification of appointment to transfer without my family.
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