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train_995 | #Person1#: There will be another sandstorm here tomorrow.
#Person2#: It's the fourth one this year. Isn't it horrible.
#Person1#: Yes. We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading.
#Person2#: It may take many years for the trees to grow. I hope people will stop cutting down trees.
#Person1#: But... | In terms of the sandstorm, #Person1# prefers to plant more trees and grass, but #Person2# thinks stopping cutting down trees is quicker. | stop sandstorms |
train_1405 | #Person1#: Hi Jane, can you let me know the best way to get to your house this evening?
#Person2#: Certainly, where will you be coming from?
#Person1#: I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there.
#Person2#: Ok. Take the Underground, the Circle line, to High Street Kensington.... | #Person1# will visit Jane tonight and Jane tells #Person1# the best way to her house. #Person1# will see Jane at seven. | showing the way |
train_8699 | #Person1#: Well, Randy, I'd say you've got a bad case of the flu. The main thing to do is get plenty of rest and drink lots of liquids. I'll prescribe something for that throat.
#Person2#: Thanks, doctor. Is there anything I can take for this headache?
#Person1#: Some aspirin or Panadol should help. You can pick some u... | #Person1# prescribes medicine for Randy's flu and suggests aspirin or Panadol for his headache. | see a doctor |
train_815 | #Person1#: I wanna register for this mathematics course.
#Person2#: I'm sorry registration has closed.
#Person1#: Closed? The clerk told me I could come back and register any time during the first week of classes.
#Person2#: Well, that's not possible. The computer's official student account has already been sent to ... | #Person1# wants to register for the mathematics course, but #Person2# says registration has closed. It turns out that the clerk who told #Person1# to register any time during the first week gave false information. Though it's unfair, #Person2# can't offer any help. | registration |
train_5814 | #Person1#: Where did you get your mobile? It's really cute.
#Person2#: Oh, this? I got it in Singapore. Here, do you want to take a look?
#Person1#: Thanks. Gee, it's really light!
#Person2#: Yes, it is, isn't it? A bit too light, really. What make have you got?
#Person1#: I've got an old Ericsson. Here. Take a look.
#... | #Person1# and #Person2# share their attitudes towards mobile phones. #Person1# likes collecting antiques and still uses an old phone with only a few functions, while #Person2# sometimes takes pictures by phone. | mobile phones |
train_12325 | #Person1#: Can I see your ticket please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Ok, Mr. Smith. Do you have any bags to check?
#Person2#: Just this one.
#Person1#: And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat?
#Person2#: Aisle, please.
#Person1#: Boarding time is 10:20 am.
#Person2#: What's the gate number?
#Person1... | #Person1# helps Mr. Smith check in. | check in |
train_2330 | #Person1#: Oh god! Look at the mess. Somebody's broken in. The back door's open.
#Person2#: They mustn't have got in that way. I locked it.
#Person1#: What about the windows? The bathroom window is open. Surely they must have climbed through that.
#Person2#: Yeah. Wow, the television is gone.
#Person1#: They must have ... | Someone brokes in #Person1# and #Person2#'s house and the television and radio are gone. They will phone the police. | crime |
train_6365 | #Person1#: This is Carolyn Dianne. We're not in at the moment, Please leave your message and telephone number, we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Hi, Carol. This is David. There is no class tomorrow afternoon. The class is going to see a film at Western Wood Theater. Please meet us in the front of th... | Carol leaves a message to tell Carolyn Dianne the new meeting location and time. | leave the message |
train_6544 | #Person1#: Is Stanley still singing that Elvis song? He's really hogging the mike!
#Person2#: If I hear ' Love Me Tender ' one more time, I think I'm going to go crazy!
#Person1#: He sounds like a sick cow!
#Person2#: Can we adjust the pitch a little? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key.
#Person1#: I already tried... | #Person1# and #Person2# are complaining about Stanley's terrible singing. | complaint |
train_845 | #Person1#: Hi, Nicole. Did you have a good weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. But I feel tired today.
#Person1#: Really? Why?
#Person2#: Well, on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis. Then on Sunday I hiked in the country.
#Person1#: And I bet you studied, too.
#Person2#: Yeah. I studied on Sunday evening. What ... | Nicole and #Person1# talk about how they spent their last weekends. | weekend activities |
train_10678 | #Person1#: Have you seen the notification on our companies website, Jerry?
#Person2#: The jogging activity? But I promised my friend to go fishing with him on this Saturday.
#Person1#: It says that all the employees are required to join. Why not put off your plan to next week? Besides, I heard this is an environmental ... | Jerry decided to go fishing this Saturday. #Person1# persuades him into taking part in the company jogging activity. They talk about the destination and what they should wear. | jogging activity |
train_181 | #Person1#: Hello, Lucy. This is Mac. How are you?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. A bit too busy, though, you know, I'm trying to put everything in order in mynew apartment.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. Well, I was wondering if you'd like to go to a concert tomorrow evening. I think it'll begood. And if I remember correctly, you ... | Mac calls Lucy to ask her out for the concert tomorrow but Lucy has an appointment already. So Mac changes the time till next week and Lucy gladly agrees. | concert invitation |
train_1860 | #Person1#: Clinic. Can 1 help you?
#Person2#: Good afternoon. This is Frank Stone. I want to make an appointment with Doctor Milton, please.
#Person1#: OK, Mr. Stone. We have you on our records. Can you manage this afternoon?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. 1 can manage tomorrow.
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. Milton is not on d... | Frank Stone phones to make an appointment with Doctor Milton. #Person2# answers the phone and helps arrange the time. | make an appointment |
train_3921 | #Person1#: Where are you going for your holiday this year, Jane?
#Person2#: Florida.
#Person1#: Great! How long are you going to stay there?
#Person2#: One week. Just for Christmas time.
#Person1#: Have you got any friends there?
#Person2#: No. I have always wanted to go, but I've been too busy. Now I've got a week's h... | Jean tells #Person1# that she will go to Florida and Disneyland for Christmas time. #Person1# introduces Disneyland's sections to Jean and hopes she will enjoy the visit. | vacation plan |
train_5478 | #Person1#: Do you know the highest mountain in the world?
#Person2#: Yes. It is Everest, also called Zhumulangma in China. It is 8, 844. 43 meters above the sea level.
#Person1#: Wow! That must be really awesome to stand on the top of the mountain to overlook the earth.
#Person2#: Actually, it is impossible because the... | #Person2# tells #Person1# Everest is the highest mountain in the world and many people conquered it in history. | Everest discussion |
train_9782 | #Person1#: I'll try one of these on. ( The customer tries one of the shoes on. ) It's too big. It slides up and down my heel when I walk around.
#Person2#: Well, let's try a size ten. ( He gets another pair and the customer tries a shoe on ) Looks like a perfect fit.
#Person1#: Not really. It pinches my toes.
#Person2#... | #Person2# is not satisfied with the shoes #Person2# has tried on but will a size ten as there's nothing better. | shoppoing |
train_11417 | #Person1#: Is there a problem, officer?
#Person2#: Did you notice that stop sign you ran through?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, I didn't even notice it.
#Person2#: You didn't see it?
#Person1#: I honestly couldn't see it because of the bushes growing over it.
#Person2#: That's true. Those bushes are a problem.
#Person1#: I swe... | #Person1# ran through a stop sign without noticing because of the bushes growing over it, so #Person2# only gives #Person1# a warning without a ticket. | stop sign |
train_4522 | #Person1#: I'm glad I brought my jacket on this trip.
#Person2#: Yes, I didn't know Washington, DC got so cold in winter.
#Person1#: What would you like to do today?
#Person2#: I really think we should take a tour of the White House.
#Person1#: I thought we could go to some of the museums. Don't you want to see the mus... | #Person1# and #Person2# are traveling in Washington and they are discussing what to do today. #Person2# wants to see the White House but #Person1# thinks it will be boring. | travelling |
train_3426 | #Person1#: Honey, wait! I've sprained my ankle.
#Person2#: Oh, my god, are you OK?
#Person1#: Of course not!
#Person2#: Come on, sit down, and let me have a look.
#Person1#: The pain is killing me.
#Person2#: I told you to wear running shoes. But you don't listen.
#Person1#: I thought leather shoes will do just as well... | #Person1#'s sprained an ankle. #Person2# gets some ice and puts it on #Person1#'s ankle. | sprain an ankle |
train_1909 | #Person1#: I have to find a living room set.
#Person2#: Where are you planning on looking for one?
#Person1#: I don't know.
#Person2#: I can tell you where I got mine.
#Person1#: Where did you go to find yours?
#Person2#: IKEA has beautiful furniture.
#Person1#: Does the furniture from IKEA cost a lot?
#Person2#... | #Person2# got #Person2#'s living room set from IKEA which costs a lot but has good quality. #Person1# also pays for quality workmanship. | buy furniture |
train_1087 | #Person1#: Hello sir, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need this prescription please.
#Person1#: Let's see. Okay, so 50 mg of Prozac, would you prefer this in capsule or tablet?
#Person2#: Capsules are fine.
#Person1#: Okay, you should take 1 capsule 3 times a day. Be sure not to take it on an empty stomach, and a... | #Person1# gives #Person2# #Person2#'s prescription. #Person2# also wants some eye drops and some condoms but is told that darn condoms are registered in their system. | the pharmacy |
train_5515 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm looking for the Alands Morrissette album Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie.
#Person2#: Let's see. If we have it, it should be over there under M. ( He looks through the Cds. ) Hmm, it looks like we've sold out of that one, but we should be getting some more copies in soon. If you want, we can... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the Alands Morrissette album, the new Sting album and the jazz section. | buying albums |
train_8404 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to rent a car for the weekend.
#Person1#: Certainly. Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid I don't.
#Person1#: Well, let me see. You're in luck, I have a few cars left. What size car would you like?
#Person2#: Let's see. We have four a... | #Person2# would like to rent a car for the weekend. #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# has got a Ford for $89 including tax with 800 kilometers free. | rent a car |
train_1762 | #Person1#: You must be Kelly. Thanks for coming. It's hard to find a good babysitter on a Friday night.
#Person2#: I like watching kids, and I need the extra money. I'd like to talk to you about my new rate increases. | #Person1# thanks Kelly for coming as a babysitter. Kelly wants a raise. | express thanks |
train_8796 | #Person1#: Our Afghan customers wanna buy China's tea. I am thinking of placing an order with you.
#Person2#: Which tea do you prefer, black or jasmine tea?
#Person1#: I like both. Could you show me some samples?
#Person2#: Of course, here you are. These are Black tea from Anti, Oolong tea from Guangdong, Oolong tea fr... | #Person1# wants to purchase China's tea from #Person2#. #Person2# gives an introduction to some samples. #Person1# decides to order Black tea from Anti, Jasmine tea from Hangzhou, and Crushed Black tea, first grade. | purchase of China's tea |
train_9379 | #Person1#: I'm interested in teaching at your school.
#Person2#: Great. Are you a qualified teacher?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: What kind of teaching certificate do you have?
#Person1#: I have a TEFL certificate.
#Person2#: How many years of experience do you have?
#Person1#: I have three years of teaching ESL and four... | #Person1#'s a basic-Chinese-speaking qualified teacher with ESL and pre-school teaching experience. #Person2# invites #Person1# to #Person2#'s school for an interview. | job application |
train_9415 | #Person1#: Look at this armchair, what do you think?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm not sure I like the design. It's too heavy looking. Is it comfortable?
#Person1#: Try it.
#Person2#: Uhm, It's really comfortable. And I'd like to have something this size. Our old armchair is way too small. This size is perfect.
#Person1#: What do... | #Person1# suggests waiting till midyear sale to buy the comfortable green armchair since #Person1# cannot afford it now. | shopping |
train_8582 | #Person1#: Hello, Freddie.
#Person2#: Hello, Mary. How nice to see you again. How's everything going?
#Person1#: Fine. Busy these days?
#Person2#: Yeah. With lots of things to do. Would you like to join me for a drink?
#Person1#: Ok, thanks.
#Person2#: Any news recently?
#Person1#: Oh, well, I read in the local paper t... | Mary tells Freddie the government is planning to build an airport. Then Mary begins to talk about the disadvantages of it, such as wasting petrol and space. However, Freddie thinks building an airport has some advantages, such as providing jobs and that people need traveling. | build an airport |
train_12367 | #Person1#: Mr. Charles, I feel that we have had a very pleasant talk.
#Person2#: I think so too, and you have a general understanding of the company now.
#Person1#: Yes, your company is a big one in the field and has great potential.
#Person2#: What else do you want to know?
#Person1#: I want to know about the salary i... | #Person1# thinks the company has great potential. Mr. Charles will give #Person1# a higher starting salary than #Person1# hopes. #Person1# can have a bonus at the end of the year and get a raise but #Person1# needs to work overtime sometimes. | starting salary |
train_5339 | #Person1#: We're trying to get donations.
#Person2#: What are you getting donations for?
#Person1#: We're getting donations for the campaigns.
#Person2#: How much money are you looking to make?
#Person1#: As much as we can.
#Person2#: Are you doing different fundraisers?
#Person1#: We're just going door to door.
#Perso... | #Person1# tells #Person2# they're trying to get donations by going door to door. #Person2# thinks it's not enough and suggests trying a car wash and selling candy. | get donations |
train_2662 | #Person1#: Thank God, it's Friday! Time for a drink! Let's hit the bars!
#Person2#: OK. I don't mind going bar hopping with an expert like you.
#Person1#: Should we start with beer or wine or go straight to the hard liquor?
#Person2#: I think I'll have a glass of wine. Let's see. . . they have red wine, white wine and ... | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to the bar on Friday and talk about what to drink. | bar |
train_5415 | #Person1#: Today, we've invited a former student at our school to speak with us, so pay attention children. Mister Lee is a successful inventor of a popular smartphone app.
#Person2#: Thanks for having me, Miss Smith.
#Person1#: We're glad you could take the time. Now, how does it feel to be so successful at such a you... | Smith invites Mister Lee, a successful inventor of a popular smartphone app, to speak with the children. | way of success |
train_10184 | #Person1#: Where are you from?
#Person2#: Australia, from Sydney. I was at university, you know, I just finished and, er...I thought I'd go off around the world for a bit.
#Person1#: What a long way to come! You have a long holiday, I suppose.
#Person2#: Well, I finished my studies, you know, and found a job in a shipp... | #Person2# comes from Sydney and has had a long and nice holiday around Europe and Asia. #Person1# is interested in #Person2#'s experiences because #Person1# wants to learn something about other countries. #Person1# invites #Person2# home for a dinner and to share #Person2#'s story. #Person2# thinks that would be lovely... | trip stories |
train_10636 | #Person1#: I wonder if you can help me. I'm looking for a room.
#Person2#: Yes. I've got a small room.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: 200 Yuan a week, but smoking is not allowed.
#Person1#: OK. Can I see the room now?
#Person2#: Would you mind waiting? I'm on the telephone. | #Person1#'s looking for a room. #Person1# requests to see #Person2#'s small room. | rent a room |
train_7814 | #Person1#: Hey Mel! Are you up for some tennis today?
#Person2#: Sorry, I can't! I have to go to work, pick up Jake and Maddie from school, and make them an afternoon snack, then take Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to dance class.
#Person1#: You sound exhausted. Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out! She ... | Grace suggests Mel hire a nanny to take care of her kids and help with some housework so that Mel wouldn't be so exhausted and recommends Amy who is very responsible, a good cook, and great with kids. | hire a nanny |
train_9013 | #Person1#: How's your job search going?
#Person2#: I only started looking for a job a few days ago.
#Person1#: have you finished compiling your resume?
#Person2#: yes, I was precise with every word in my resume. Do you think it's good or not?
#Person1#: that's good. Don't forget to design the format. An attractive form... | #Person1# has finished compiling the resume with a clear format. #Person2# advises #Person1# to attach it with a cover letter. #Person1# thinks it is a good idea to catch the Human Resources manager's attention. | resume |
train_8025 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Mr. Stein. I wonder if you are free tomorrow evening?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but let me check my schedule. . . Ah, no. I have nothing then.
#Person1#: Great! Our president has asked me to come over to invite you to the banquet held in your honor at the Beijing Hotel at 7:00. Here's an invit... | Miss Wood invites Mr. Stein to the banquet held in his honor. Mr. Stein is delighted to come. | banquet invitation |
train_4220 | #Person1#: Hi, can I speak with the apartment manager, please?
#Person2#: Hello, this is the apartment manager speaking.
#Person1#: I'm calling about the apartment for rent on Main Street.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in seeing the apartment?
#Person1#: I would love to see it.
#Person2#: Are you free today at aro... | #Person1# calls #Person2# to make an appointment to see an apartment for rent at 6 PM today. | see an apartment |
train_3194 | #Person1#: Good morning, I'd like to book a flight from Beijing to Shanghai, please.
#Person2#: I see. When are you travelling?
#Person1#: I'd like to fly next Friday.
#Person2#: Is that a return journey or just one-way?
#Person1#: One-way, please. I'm flying back to London from Shanghai.
#Person2#: Ok. That will be 14... | #Person1# wants to book a flight from Beijing to Shanghai next Friday. #Person2# tells #Person1# it will take three hours and charges 1400 RMB. | book a flight |
train_8332 | #Person1#: Did you hear something?
#Person2#: Oh, it is my cell phone ringing. I set it in the vibration mode.
#Person1#: It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate. It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices.
#Person2#: You are right. Some ring tone is just terribly loud. You ... | #Person1# and #Person2# think loud, sudden ring tones in offices are annoying. #Person1# suggests seeking solutions with the boss. | annoying ring tones |
train_12115 | #Person1#: We have a variety of trousers. Which one do you like best?
#Person2#: I want to buy one to match my shirt. Can you give me some advice?
#Person1#: What about this one?
#Person2#: Yes,they seem to be my size and go with my shirt quite well. I will take it. | #Person2# buys a pair of trousers with #Person1#'s assistance. | shopping |
train_9637 | #Person1#: You're going to have coffee, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes. I could use a cup of coffee.
#Person1#: Are you going to have anything to eat?
#Person2#: French toast sounds good. What are you going to order?
#Person1#: I'll have that too. | #Person2# are going to have a cup of coffee. French toast for both #Person1# and #Person2#. | have a meal |
train_12266 | #Person1#: It was very nice of you to invite me.
#Person2#: I'm very glad you could come, Doctor Wong. What would you like?
#Person1#: This is my first time at a Chinese restaurant. Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, Beijing food is a bit oily. Shanghai food is rath... | #Person2# tells Doctor Wong about the different features of Chinese food when Wong comes to a Chinese restaurant. Wong enjoyed the dinner. | Chinese food |
train_12134 | #Person1#: Have you heard anything about Markweed Inc. ? They have called me back for interview, and I'm considering taking a job with them.
#Person2#: Well, to start with, Markweed Inc. has a reputation for being one of the best employers in the field.
#Person1#: The best. . . huh? With so many companies out there, ho... | #Person1#'s considering taking a job with Markweed Inc. #Person2# tells #Person1# Markweed Inc. has a reputation for being one of the best employers in the field and explains the reason. | employer |
train_6623 | #Person1#: Have you gotten a parking ticket before?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. What about you?
#Person1#: I got a ticket a couple of days ago.
#Person2#: What did you do?
#Person1#: I got it for parking in the red zone.
#Person2#: Why would you park in the red zone?
#Person1#: I had to run in and get something quickly.
... | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the experience of getting a parking ticket. | get a ticket |
train_12145 | #Person1#: I am starving.
#Person2#: Didn't you just eat?
#Person1#: I'm still hungry.
#Person2#: We ate everything from dinner.
#Person1#: I just need a snack.
#Person2#: What are you going to make?
#Person1#: I don't have the slightest clue.
#Person2#: Go make a sandwich.
#Person1#: I'm not sure what kind I want.
#Pe... | #Person1# is still hungry after dinner. #Person2# suggests #Person1# make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich as a snack. | casual talk |
train_11716 | #Person1#: Hi, Francis, morning! How are you doing today?
#Person2#: I had a bad start of the day. I was stuck in a bad traffic jam on my way and I missed my morning meeting.
#Person1#: Indeed, I agree that is not a good start. How about the meeting? You missed anything important?
#Person2#: It is ok. My boss briefs me... | Francis was stuck in a traffic jam and missed the morning meeting. His boss briefs him. | traffic jam |
train_12271 | #Person1#: Were you in a leadership position when you were a college student?
#Person2#: Yes. I was president of the Student Council of our university.
#Person1#: Did you get any honors or awards at your university?
#Person2#: Yes. I was elected Excellent Party Member for four academic years.
#Person1#: Were you involv... | #Person2# answers #Person1#'s questions about #Person2#'s leadership position, honors or awards, club experience, and extracurricular activities in college. | college experience |
train_9439 | #Person1#: What upsets you?
#Person2#: My parents called. As usual, they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s. Easier said then done. Who should I marry? I have no time to go on a date.
#Person1#: It is not your mother finding one for you?
#Person2#: I will find one myself, of course. I'm... | #Person2# is upset because #Person2#'s parents reminded #Person2# to have a plan to marry. #Person1# advises #Person2# to try the three-minute video date but #Person2# doesn't want to post personal information online. | online dating |
train_11483 | #Person1#: Maths department, Doctor Webster speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Professor Webster, this is Janet Wang calling. I'm living two doors down from your teaching assistant, Ken Williams. Ken asked me to call you because he has lost his voice and can't talk to you himself.
#Person1#: Lost his voice? Oh, what a shame! ... | Janet Wang calls Professor Webster on behalf of Ken Williams because Ken has lost his voice and cannot teach the class tomorrow, so Janet asks Webster whether he can pass back the midterm exams for Ken. Professor Webster agrees. | phone call |
train_752 | #Person1#: I called about that ad we saw in the paper.
#Person2#: For the construction site manager?
#Person1#: That's the one.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: You were right. It was from a headhunter. She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract.
#Person2#: Well, no surprise there.
#Person1#: No! Not at all. ... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# is going to sign a contract after calling a construction site manager. | job contract |
train_6339 | #Person1#: Tommy played truant today. His teacher called me this morning.
#Person2#: Where did he go?
#Person1#: I've asked him, but he won't tell me. What should we do about this? He is like you. I remember when we were at the college, you always skipped classes.
#Person2#: Like me? But you see I am so successful now.... | #Person1# and #Person2#'s son, Tommy, played truant today. They are discussing what they should do for Tommy's attendance for classes. Finally, they decide to let him go to school on a school bus. | play truant |
train_5908 | #Person1#: I've heard that Tom is going to move.
#Person2#: What? Are you sure about that?
#Person1#: Yeah, he is going to move next month.
#Person2#: Where is he going?
#Person1#: He is going to Canada and to live with his son.
#Person2#: What a pity!
#Person1#: Why did you say that? It's a good thing for him to live ... | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss that their neighbor Tom is going to move to Canada. They feel pity but wish him well. | neighbour |
train_6629 | #Person1#: Charles, do you have any children?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How many children do you have?
#Person2#: I have two kids. A boy and a girl.
#Person1#: What are their names?
#Person2#: Jack and Stephanie.
#Person1#: How old are they?
#Person2#: Stephanie is 18 and Jack is 24.
#Person1#: Are they in school?
#Pe... | Charles tells #Person1# some basic information about his two kids. | the kids' lives |
train_9529 | #Person1#: are your ready to go to the supermarket?
#Person2#: yes, are you?
#Person1#: I've got my money and my keys, so I'm ready.
#Person2#: you do know that it's absolutely freezing out, don't you? I'd put a coat on if I were you.
#Person1#: it wasn't cold out this morning.
#Person2#: well, it's started raining sin... | #Person1# and #Person2# are ready to go to the supermarket, but then they find there's a hailstorm outside. #Person1# will go move the car so that the hail doesn't dent it. #Person2# will turn the heat on and have a cup of tea waiting for #Person1#. | hail |
train_6240 | #Person1#: Were you able to attend Friday night's basketball game?
#Person2#: I was unable to make it.
#Person1#: You should have been there. It was intense.
#Person2#: Is that right. Who ended up winning?
#Person1#: Our team was victorious.
#Person2#: I wish I was free that night. I'm kind of mad that I didn't go.
#Pe... | #Person2# missed Friday's basketball game. #Person1# says it was a great game. #Person2# feels mad #Person2# didn't make it. | game |
train_3695 | #Person1#: Next please! Hello sir, may I see your passport please?
#Person2#: Yes, here you go.
#Person1#: Will you be checking any bags today.
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check three pieces.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, sir. Airline policy allows only two pieces of checked luggage, at twenty kilograms each, plus one piec... | #Person2# checks three pieces of luggage and #Person1# tells him only two pieces of checked luggage are allowed. #Person2# is angry about the extra charge of an additional suitcase and the cost is more than #Person2#'s round-trip ticket. | luggage checking |
train_9886 | #Person1#: Excuse me, what material is it?
#Person2#: Rhaki. Do you want some?
#Person1#: No, where are the cotton cloths?
#Person2#: I will show you.
#Person1#: What is the shrink rate after washing?
#Person2#: Less than 5 %. It's quite durable. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the cotton cloths with a shrink rate of less than 5%. | cotton cloth |
train_2690 | #Person1#: Welcome to the parent teacher conference. So what is your child's name?
#Person2#: Megan Jones.
#Person1#: Let's see, um, she missed the last couple of days has she been sick?
#Person2#: No, she's been having some problems with the other kids in your class.
#Person1#: Well, you know, junior high school is th... | #Person1# asks why Megan Jones missed the last couple of days. #Person2# blames #Person1# for commenting on Megan's blouse and jeans. #Person2# tells #Person1# that other kids followed #Person1#'s example and joked about Megan's appearance. #Person1# will apologize to Megan. | parent teacher conference |
train_104 | #Person1#: Merry Christmas, Lily.
#Person2#: The same to you, Joey.
#Person1#: This is your first Christmas in the US. Here is the gift for you.
#Person2#: It's very thoughtful of you. Wow, it is so beautiful. Could you tell me how American people celebrate Christmas?
#Person1#: Ok. People decorate their houses, place ... | Lily and Joey wish each other a merry Christmas. Joey tells Lily how American people celebrate Christmas. | Christmas |
train_935 | #Person1#: Can I make a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. For what time?
#Person1#: 7 o'clock tonight and there will be 5 persons.
#Person2#: OK, sir. Five persons at 7:00.
#Person1#: Do you have a VIP room?
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. We have only tables in the main dinning room left. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to help reserve a VIP room but there is none left. | reservation |
train_12037 | #Person1#: What happened to that girl you were seeing?
#Person2#: Oh Jackie? We broke up last week.
#Person1#: That was a short relationship. You only started dating 2 months ago.
#Person2#: It was actually a long two months. She was a psycho.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: She would be laughing one moment, an... | #Person2# tells #Person1# that he broke up with Jackie because he thinks Jackie is too hard to deal with. | Break up |
train_719 | #Person1#: Hi, Maggie. I saw your painting in the end of year school art exhibition that all the parents went to. It was great.
#Person2#: Well, our art teacher seemed really pleased with it, but I'm not sure what the parents thought about.
#Person1#: Oh, don't worry. I only heard them saying good things about it.
#Per... | #Person1# saw Maggie's painting and thinks it was great, but Maggie worries that she didn't use the right colors and hopes she'll do something better next time. | painting |
train_1852 | #Person1#: How do you like the apartment?
#Person2#: I like the apartment, but I see something wrong with it.
#Person1#: What's wrong?
#Person2#: There's a leaking faucet in the sink.
#Person1#: That isn't a problem.
#Person2#: That leak is going to raise my water bill.
#Person1#: What can I do?
#Person2#: You need to ... | #Person2# likes the apartment but there's a leaking faucet in the sink and asks #Person1# to fix it. | rent an apartment |
train_12415 | #Person1#: I'm searching for an old music box.
#Person2#: You came to the right place. Any particular decade?
#Person1#: If you had a box made in the ' 20s, that would be nice.
#Person2#: We just got one in yesterday, so now we have six.
#Person1#: Would any of them have dancing figures?
#Person2#: Yes, we still have t... | #Person2# helps #Person1# search for an old music box with dancing figures. #Person1# takes one. | old music box |
train_9281 | #Person1#: Let's program your courses. Since you have had English literature, you should take American literature and American prose and fiction. You transcript indicate that your English background is strong, so I don't think you have any problem with it.
#Person2#: How many credits for each course?
#Person1#: Three, ... | #Person1# advises #Person2# to take some literature courses and education courses. | course advise |
train_5420 | #Person1#: We're going to France for a couple of weeks in September. Tickets are a bit cheaper then.
#Person2#: Yeah. And the weather is agreeable, too. Are you staying on the coast or are you going to visit lots of different places?
#Person1#: Well, the village we're hoping to stay in isn't far from the coast. It's pr... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s plan of traveling in France for a few weeks in September. | travel plan |
train_3170 | #Person1#: I like to book a few seats for hamlet, please.
#Person2#: Yes, sir.
#Person1#: Have you got any seats downstairs?
#Person2#: Yes, we have.
#Person1#: How much are they?
#Person2#: $3.75 each.
#Person1#: Are there any seats for $2.5?
#Person2#: Yes, there are. Upstairs. How many?
#Person1#: 4 please.
#Person2... | #Person1# books 4 seats for hamlet for Saturday, October 21st, with #Person2#'s assistance. | book seats |
train_6625 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Steven. Is that Mrs. Wang? I'm just calling to follow up about the status of the personnel manager position.
#Person2#: This is Wang Ling speaking. You satisfy all the requirements. Congratulations! You're hired.
#Person1#: I'm very proud to be employed by your firm.
#Person2#: I think you'd b... | Steven calls to check the status of a position. Mrs. Wang tells him the result and when to come. | acquire the job |
train_7470 | #Person1#: Did you go out today?
#Person2#: With my bad luck? What good would it have done if I'd gone out?
#Person1#: If you'd looked for a job,you might have found one.
#Person2#: But I've been looking for one over a year. Today wouldn't have been any different.
#Person1#: I know how bad you feel, but if you don't ke... | #Person2# feels bad about being unable to find a job over a year and wishes #Person2# had stayed in Puerto Rico. #Person1# suggests going to Puerto Rico for a visit and #Person2#'s happy with that. | life predicaments |
train_5608 | #Person1#: Good morning, Swim Shop, Kevin speaking. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like some information. I have got your order brochure here. Can you give me some prices?
#Person1#: Of course, please tell me the page number you're looking at.
#Person2#: OK. The first thing is on page 14. It the maru swimmin... | #Person2# calls #Person1# to inquiry about the price of a maru swimming cap, the blue shoes and yellow suits. #Person1# orders the small-cap and the shoes in 39. | Phone inquiry |
train_2613 | #Person1#: Can you tell the result?
#Person2#: It's love all.
#Person1#: Now the score is in our favor.
#Person2#: Can you tell which team seems to win?
#Person1#: Hard to say. Now the score is in our favor.
#Person2#: Yes. Our guest team is really tough.
#Person1#: They're still fighting hard. Let's wait and see. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching a game. | score |
train_1012 | #Person1#: Hi, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to send this package to France. Can it be delivered in the next 5 days?
#Person1#: Yes, we offer an overnight service. It'll cost $70.
#Person2#: Ah, that's a bit expensive. Do you have a 3 days service?
#Person1#: No, but we can get your package to France in on... | #Person1#'ll send #Person2#'s package to France in one week for $40 without tracing service. | package delivery service |
train_8655 | #Person1#: i saw lily for the first time. and fell like i'v been struck by lightening. she is a girl of my dreams. i have a date with her on Friday, but i really can't decide what to do.
#Person2#: what about taking her for a dinner or a movie?
#Person1#: not bad, any other ideas?
#Person2#: well, there is a play on ca... | #Person1# likes Lily very much and will have a date with Lily on Friday. #Person2# gives #Person1# some suggestions about the activities for the date. | next date |
train_8948 | #Person1#: I don't know. I think you might be over the hill.
#Person2#: Well, if not gymnastics, then mountain biking.
#Person1#: Mountain biking is an Olympic sport?
#Person2#: Since 1996 it has been. And I bet I'd be pretty good at it. I ride my mountain bike to work almost every day. | #Person2# tells #Person1# mountain biking is an Olympic sport and #Person2# is good at it. | daily casual talk |
train_3663 | #Person1#: Julia, why have you prepared a candlelight dinner? Anything special to celebrate? Did you get a promotion?
#Person2#: Honey, don't tell me that you forgot our anniversary, did you?
#Person1#: Oh, my dear, how can I forget such an important day? I was just kidding. Look at this box.
#Person2#: What's in it?
#... | Julia has prepared a candlelight dinner for the anniversary. #Person1# sends her a diamond brooch as a present. Julia's happy. | anniversary |
train_4541 | #Person1#: You'll soon graduate from your university. Do you have any plans for the future?
#Person2#: I'm planning to go to graduate school, but I also want to find a job. Otherwise, I'll have nowhere to go if I fail the entrance exam.
#Person1#: Do you have a clear career path to follow?
#Person2#: career path? I'... | #Person2# will soon graduate from the university. #Person1# is asking #Person2# about the future plans and suggests that #Person2# should figure it out about further study or plan a career path. | career advice |
train_7750 | #Person1#: Did you see the letter I got from Bradford Films? They sent it in response to your phone call last week.
#Person2#: If they wanted to say something about my call last week, why didn't they sand it to me?
#Person1#: I guess they must not have your contact information, so they sent it addressed in care of your... | #Person1# got a response letter for #Person2# because Bradford Films might not have #Person2#'s address and sent it to the department head. The letter reads that there was a copy of the agenda but #Person2# doesn't find it. #Person1# suggests #Person2# giving them another call. | a response letter |
train_7616 | #Person1#: [A knock at the door.] Come in, please.
#Person2#: Hello, Kate. Where's Jane? I want her to type this letter for me.
#Person1#: I'm afraid she can't, Tom. She isn't working today.
#Person2#: Oh, why? Is she ill?
#Person1#: No. She's studying for an exam.
#Person2#: An exam. Is she going to school?
#Person1#:... | Kate comes to Tom's and tells him that Jane doesn't come because she is studying for a Japanese exam. Kate may take a course next year. | conversation between friends |
train_5950 | #Person1#: How many people are there in your family?
#Person2#: Five. My father, mother, brother, sister-in-law and me.
#Person1#: Is your brother older or younger than you?
#Person2#: He is five years older than me, He got married last Sunday. My brother and my sister-in-law are the same age. | #Person2# introduces #Person2#'s families to #Person1#. | introducing families |
train_4229 | #Person1#: Now, you are to board the plane. We're sorry that we haven't done much to help you when you stayed in China.
#Person2#: I appreciate what you have done for me. Everything I have seen here has left a deep impression on me. I really don't know how to express my thanks to you.
#Person1#: We are ready to help yo... | #Person2# express gratitude to #Person1# and #Person2#'s friends. #Person1# thinks visiting as a great way to promote the friendship between them. #Person2# then leaves to catch the plane. | China |
train_10390 | #Person1#: Do you know that the price of meat has gone up?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. That's why I buy some fish here. This shop usually sells high quality goods at a lower price.
#Person1#: Really? It's my first time to come here. I just want to buy some pork.
#Person2#: I like pork, too. If you like beef, you can come tom... | Because of the increasing meat price, #Person2# recommends this shop to #Person2# as it usually sells high quality goods at a lower price. #Person2#'s family have different eating habits. #Person1# suggests #Person2#'s son eat more vegetables. | eating meat |
train_2902 | #Person1#: Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I'm calling to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal.
#Person1#: Certainly, what day were you thinking of?
#Person2#: How's Thursday? Does she have any time available then?
#Person1#: Um. . . let me double check. .... | Julianne Horton from Merton Financial Advisors calls #Person1# to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal but they cannot schedule the time. | arrange an appointment |
train_4366 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Do you mind telling me the time when the recruitment will officially start?
#Person2#: It will be held on October 15th.
#Person1#: Should I arrive early or on time?
#Person2#: You'd better be early in case that you may be late because of traffic jam. That will put you in a insurmountable place. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the recruitment will be held on October 15th and suggests #Person1# arrive early. | ask for information |
train_6272 | #Person1#: Hey, Paul, why the long face?
#Person2#: It's difficult to explain.
#Person1#: Try me.
#Person2#: Well, I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job.
#Person1#: Take it easy, maybe tomorrow will be different.
#Person2#: I don't know, I can't stand my job these days.
#Person1#: Cheer up... | Paul says he's thinking of quitting his job. #Person1# tries to cheer him up. | job |
train_7004 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are you going to buy that textbook?
#Person2#: Well, yeah, I need it for a class. But it's awfully expensive.
#Person1#: Oh, we must be in the same class! Civil engineering?
#Person2#: Yes, that's the one!
#Person1#: Were you there last Friday for the first class?
#Person2#: Yes. I only moved here... | #Person1# and #Person2# find they are in the same class. The textbook is expensive, so they decide to share the cost and use the textbook together. | course discussion |
train_4704 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. What service do you require?
#Person2#: I'd like to rent a safety deposit box here, please.
#Person1#: For what purpose exactly, if you don't mind me asking? I must ask because I need to know the size, you see.
#Person2#: No problem. My husband bought me some beautiful jewellery for our anniv... | #Person2# needs to rent a safety box to keep her jewelry. #Person1# serves her and suggests a small one. | rent a safety box |
train_11998 | #Person1#: I really need to lose some weight. I should go on a diet.
#Person2#: I think you should work out more too.
#Person1#: Wow! You are much skinnier since the last time I saw you.
#Person2#: I have lost about five kilos.
#Person1#: How did you do it?
#Person2#: I was on a diet and exercised daily.
#Person1#: I h... | #Person2# has lost about five kilos because #Person2# exercised and was on a diet. #Person2# advises #Person1# to go to a gym. | lose wight |
train_11142 | #Person1#: The central Hotel, please. I have to be there by 6:00.
#Person2#: We shouldn't have any trouble if the traffic isn't too heavy. Is this your first trip here?
#Person1#: Yes. I've never been here before.
#Person2#: You haven't seen the sights yet, have you?
#Person1#: No, I'm open to suggestions.
#Person2#: W... | #Person2# drives #Person1# to the Central Hotel and recommends #Person1# to visit the Great Wall first. | take a taxi |
train_6723 | #Person1#: Okay, can I ask you something direct?
#Person2#: Ha!
#Person1#: It's not like you've ever been one to beat around the bush.
#Person2#: Fair enough.
#Person1#: Give it to me straight. Did she bully you into this?
#Person2#: No, seriously. . . I really want this.
#Person1#: I tell ya, when I got the invite, it... | #Person2# has done a complete 180 and tells #Person1# things have changed and #Person2#'s settled down. | attitude change |
train_4279 | #Person1#: Good morning. My name is Penny White. I'm new here.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you. My name is Tyler Smith. Let's go to your office desk, follow me please.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Here is your working place. Nancy will come to show you how to set up the telephones. I'm going to call her now so that you can ge... | Tyler greets with Penny and is going to call Nancy to help Penny set up the telephones. | office desk set-up |
train_411 | #Person1#: Good morning. Welcome to Time After Time Watches.
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a watch.
#Person1#: Well, you've come to the right place. What kind of watch are you looking for?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure. Let's see. How much is this one?
#Person1#: Hmm. . . This Rolex? $ 1, 000.
#Person2#: Oh. I don't think... | #Person2# would like to buy a watch, and #Person1# recommends some. #Person2# thinks they're expensive. | buy a watch |
train_954 | #Person1#: Happy birthday, Jimmy. Are you ready for the next present?
#Person2#: You mean there's more besides the watch?
#Person1#: Come with us. It's in the car. Now, here we are. You've been talking about this for months.
#Person2#: Oh, it's a new computer. It's just what I want. I'm so happy about it. Thank you so ... | #Person1# sends Jimmy a computer for his birthday and Jimmy is happy. | birthday gift |
train_9955 | #Person1#: I came across David in the hospital this morning. He broke his left leg when he was learning to ride a horse earlier this morning.
#Person2#: What happened exactly?
#Person1#: The horse is frightened by a dog and started running fast. David lost his balance and fell to the ground.
#Person2#: That's dangerous... | #Person1# tells #Person2# David broke his leg because of the horse frightened by a dog. #Person2# thinks riding a horse and driving are dangerous. | timid |
train_5650 | #Person1#: Look at this headline, Soo Mi.
#Person2#: Wow! So many people in the United States get divorced!
#Person1#: Is it the same in Korea?
#Person2#: I don't think so. In Korea some marriages break up, but most couples stay together.
#Person1#: Do people get married young?
#Person2#: Not really. Very few peop... | Soo Mi is surprised that many people in the US get divorced and tells #Person1# about the marriages in Korea. | marriage |
train_5774 | #Person1#: Johnny, have you tidied up your room yet?
#Person2#: Not yet, Mom. Why are you on such a cleanliness kick anyway?
#Person1#: Do I have to remind you that your grandma is arriving tonight?
#Person2#: Oh, my God, I forgot grandma's coming!
#Person1#: Yes, so this place had better be clean. You know Grandma. . ... | Mom asks Johnny to tidy up his room because his grandma is coming. | tidy up |
train_4080 | #Person1#: What ' s on TV tonight?
#Person2#: Not much, that new reality-TV show, Ally McNeal, oooo, Dark Angel.
#Person1#: Wait a second. I want to watch Ally McNeal.
#Person2#: Oh, come on. That ' s such a girl ' s show.
#Person1#: No it ' s not. It ' s just funny.
#Person2#: Yeah, if you ' re a girl.
#Person1#: Well... | #Person1# wants to watch Ally McNeal but #Person2# thinks it's a girl's show. #Person1# refuses #Person2#'s suggestion of watching a football game and insists on watching Ally McNeal. | TV show |
train_12231 | #Person1#: hello, Kate! How are you doing?
#Person2#: fine, thanks. How are you?
#Person1#: fine. How are your term papers?
#Person2#: oh, my lord. I haven't really started them.
#Person1#: how could it be? They are due two weeks later.
#Person2#: I know but I was busy with my part-time job the last few days.
#Person1#... | Kate hasn't started writing term papers because she was busy with her part-time job. Jason is considering getting a part-time job for money but is also too busy. Kate admits she doesn't balance the schoolwork and job well. | term paper |
train_57 | #Person1#: Why do you want to spend your summer days in a mountain village?
#Person2#: I think a mountain village is splendid!
#Person1#: I don't agree with you. It's too small to live.
#Person2#: It has fresh air, and it is nicer than a big town.
#Person1#: I disagree, a big town is more lively.
#Person2#: But I like ... | #Person2# thinks spending summer days in a mountain village is splendid while
#Person1# prefers a big town. | spend summer days |
train_10431 | #Person1#: Did you go to the concert last weekend?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. And you? Was it good?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. I enjoyed it a lot. There was a folk singer, a violinist and a pianist.
#Person2#: How much was the ticket?
#Person1#: I only paid two dollars for mine. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about a concert last week. | Activity, concert |
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