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[영어 회화] Buying My First New Car! Buying My First New Car! Larry: Guess what! I'm buying a car. Selena: That's a step in the right direction towards independence. Are you buying new or used? Larry: I'm getting a new car because I want something that'll last a long time. Selena: You're going to use up all of your savings on a new car. Get something that's only a few years old. It'll last a long time and cost half as much. Larry: ..
[영어 회화] Seoul to Dublin: 24 Hours of Flyer's Guilt Seoul to Dublin: 24 Hours of Flyer's Guilt Darius: We're finally in Dublin! Meghan: It took us almost 24 hours to get here. Just imagine the damage we've done to the planet. Darius: If it'll ease your mind, there were more than 350 people on those flights with us. Meghan: I still feel like a hypocrite for saying I'm an environmentalist and then flying so far. Darius: I've spent years racking up ..
[영어 회화] Souping: Eating Soup to Lose Weight Souping: Eating Soup to Lose Weight Tyler: Hey, that smells good! What is that? Nancy: I'm making a batch of a few different kinds of soup. I'm trying "souping" to lose weight and feel better. Tyler: I can see how that could work. Since soup is mostly water, it will fill you up, but with fewer calories. Nancy: Exactly. And just the act of eating soup one spoonful at a time slows you down. You ea..
[영어 회화] Freelancing Websites Freelancing Websites Jenna: How do you always have so many website design jobs, Kendrick? Kendrick: I use different websites that bring together people who need work done and those who can do the work. Jenna: I tried one of those sites a few years ago, but people were offering to work for five dollars! Kendrick: Yeah, the websites I use charge a membership fee, so it discourages low-quality free..
[영어 회화] Doing a Sugar Detox for a Month Doing a Sugar Detox for a Month Trevor: There are donuts in the break room if you want one. Tiffany: No, thanks. I'm doing a sugar detox this month. This is only my second day, and I'm not giving up yet. Trevor: A sugar detox? I've never heard of it. Tiffany: Yeah, you cut out added sugar from your diet. Most people lose weight, have more energy, and can think clearer! Trevor: I don't want to be..
[영어 회화] Playing a Trick on April Food's Day Playing a Trick on April Food's Day Andre: Don't say anything when you see Brian, but I taped a sign to his chair that says "I eat glue." Brenda: It's not nice to play tricks on people, Andre! Andre: But it's April Fool's Day! It's a tradition to play pranks on people you like. Brenda: I'd hate to see what you'd do to people you don't like! Andre: He should've known something was up when I was p..
[영어 회화] That's about the size of it. (Two policeman are talking at the sight of a car accident.) Policeman 1: What happened here? Policeman 2: This truck rear-ended the sports car. Policeman 1: Is anyone hurt? Policeman 2: The woman in the sports car is banged up a little. Policeman 1: How about the truck driver? How is he? Policeman 2: He's okay. Policeman 1: Anything else? Policeman 2: No. That's about the size of it. Policeman 1..
[영어 회화] You were sure she was the girl of your dreams. (Two friends are talking at school.) Tyler: Did you go out with Jenny last night? Dillon: Yeah. But it wasn't so hot. Tyler: How can that be? You were sure she was the girl of your dreams. Dillon: Well, I guess that was a mistake. Tyler: What could happen on one date that would change your mind? Dillon: We couldn't agree on anything. We couldn't even agree on where to eat dinner. Tyler: Didn't y..
[영어 회화] And it cost a pretty penny too. (Brian is talking to his brother David.) Brian: So you did it? David: Yes I did. Brian: You got the big screen TV. David: Yes. And it cost a pretty penny too. Brian: How much did you pay for it? David: I'll keep that to myself. Brian: Come on you can tell me. How much did it run you? David: Well over $1000. Brian: Wow! David: But I did save for it. (브라이언과 데이비드 형제가 이야기를 나누고 있다.) 브라이언: 그래 샀어? 데이비드..
[영어 회화] What are you asking for it? (Roger is talking to his friend Drew.) Roger: So you're selling your motorcycle? Drew: Yes. Roger: What are you asking for it? Drew: $1000. Are you interested? Roger: Let me sleep on it. Drew: Today is Saturday. Let me know by Monday. I want to sell it soon. Roger: Will do. Drew: I'm going to buy another motorcycle. Roger: You are? Drew: Yes. A bigger one. (로저가 친구 드루와 이야기한다.) 로저: 그래 오토바이를 팔려고? 드..
[영어 회화] She came down with a bad cold. (Kathie is talking to her friend Sally on the telephone.) Kathie: Sally I'm so sorry but I can't come to your party tonight. Sally: I know. What happened? Kathie: Something came up. Sally: What happened? Kathie: My daughter got sick. She came down with a bad cold. Sally: Oh I'm sorry to hear that. Kathie: I'm sure she'll be up and about in a couple of days. Sally: Make sure she drinks a lot of l..
[영어 회화] Put a lid on it. (Brian is talking to his friend, Doug.) Brian: Your birthday is just around the corner. Doug: Don't remind me. Brian: You're getting up there, my friend. Doug: Age is just a number. Brian: Yes, but you have a lot of numbers. Doug: So do you. Brian: Not as much as you do. Doug: Okay, okay. Put a lid on it. Brian: I'll take you out to dinner for your birthday. Doug: I'm going to pick a very expens..
[영어 회화] It's just a matter of time. (Manny and Mitch are talking about the presidential election.) Manny: What's your take on Hilary Clinton? Mitch: She's the most interesting candidate. Manny: Why do you say that? Mitch: For one thing she's much different than Trump. Manny: What do you mean by that? Mitch: She's more exciting. I think she's got a lot of fresh ideas. Manny: She seems to be very popular. Do you think people are rea..
[영어 회화] Keep it up and you'll beat me every time. (Sarah and Lois have finished playing golf.) Sarah: You got the better of me today. Lois: It isn't very often you can say that. Sarah: I think I'll be saying it more often. You've really improved your game. Lois: I've been playing more and hitting golf balls on the driving range a lot. Sarah: Keep it up and you'll beat me every time. Lois: When do you want to play again? Sarah: Next Wednesday is..
[영어 회화] I thought we were through talking. (Ted is in his office talking to a co-worker.) Ted: Where are you going? Janet: I thought we were through talking. Ted: We are with one topic but I'd like to pick your brain if you have time. Janet: No problem. I don't mind helping you. Ted: I've met a lady that I'd like to get to know better but I'm not sure she feels the same way. Janet: That's simple. Ask her if she'd like to have dinner. Ted..
[영어 회화] That's what brothers do. (Paul is talking to his brother Frank.) Paul: Welcome to Los Angeles! Frank: Thanks. I'm excited to be here. Paul: So you finally moved from New York. Frank: Yes. I've always wanted to live in California. Paul: Well, make yourself at home. You can stay with me as long as you like. Frank: Thanks. But first and foremost I want to find my own apartment. Paul: There's no rush. Take your time. Frank:..
[영어 회화] Americans party hearty. (Lee is talking to his cousin Park the next morning after going to a party last night.) Lee: Did you have a good time at the party last night? Park: Yes I did. I met a lot of nice people. Lee: Well, I don't know how you feel but I've got a hangover. Park: You do? Lee: Yes. The champagne was flowing last night. Park: It was. I never saw so many bottles of champagne in my life. Lee: Americans part..
[영어 회화] I just got this car paid off. (Craig sees his friend Marion arrive to work late.) Craig: You're a little late, aren't you? Marion: I had to put my car in the shop. Craig: Not again! Why don't you buy a new car? Marion: I just got this car paid off. Craig: That's a good time to get rid of it. Marion: I don't want to have to make car payments. Craig: But it's a piece of junk. There's always something wrong with it. Marion: I c..
[영어 회화] I have a thing for books. (Luana is moving and a friend is helping her.) Grace: What are you going to do with these books? Luana: I'm going to get rid of them why? Do you want them? Grace: Sure. I have a thing for books. Luana: You can have them. Grace: What about the candle holders? Luana: I don't know. If you can use them they're yours. Grace: I have a perfect place for them. Thanks. Luana: Don't mention it. Grace: Hav..
[영어 회화] So I have some catching up to do because I have new jobs next week. (Richard a house painter is talking to his cousin Eddie.) Eddie: Let's play some golf Sunday. Richard: I'd love to but I have to work. Eddie: I thought you took Sundays off. Richard: I do but I'm behind schedule. So I have to work this Sunday. Eddie: What happened? Richard: I had two houses and an office to paint this week but I got sick. Eddie: So you couldn't finish them? Richard: No I couldn'..
[영어 회화] If it hadn't been for you I might still be doing it. (Gary is staring out the window when his wife enters the room.) Ellen: You look like you're deep in thought. Gary: I am. I'm looking back on my single days. Ellen: Does that mean that you don't love me anymore? Gary: Of course not. I love you more than ever. Ellen: Then prove it by cooking dinner tonight. Gary: I'll do better than that. I'll buy you dinner at your favorite restaurant. Ellen: Tha..
[영어 회화] He got laid off from his job. (Jack's wife greets him as he comes home from work…) Audrey: Hi how was your day? Jack: Just like most days. Nothing to get excited about. Audrey: Well I have some news that might change your attitude. Jack: We finally won the lottery right? Audrey: Jason wants to move back home. Jack: What?! You're joking, right? Audrey: Nope. He got laid off from his job. Jack: Out of the blue, he lost his job..
[영어 회화] I was hoping he would get his act together. (Ed is talking to an employee in the office.) Ed: Steve was late again this morning. Tom: What are you going to do about it? Ed: I'm not sure but I have to do something. I can't let him get away with it. Tom: Have you talked with him about it? Ed: Not yet. I was hoping he would get his act together. Tom: It doesn't look like that's going to happen. Ed: You're right. I need to set him straight. T..
[영어 회화] I'm sure we have what it takes to sell it for her. (Amy is talking to her sister Erin…) Amy: This is our first business lunch and I'm paying for it. Erin: Our first business lunch? You lost me. Amy: Last night I saw a woman selling her homemade jellies and jams. Erin: Please get to the point. Amy: We can do the same thing. Erin: Do you want to sell that woman's homemade jelly? Amy: Don't be silly. Remember how popular Mom's barbecue sauce has al..
[영어 회화] She always thought it would go over well. (Michelle and her sister Janice are having lunch.) Michelle: This is our first business lunch and I'm paying for it. Janice: Did you get a job? Michelle: No but last night I saw a woman selling her homemade jellies and jams. Janice: You lost me. Michelle: That woman put an idea in my head. Janice: What idea? Michelle: You know how popular Mom's barbecue sauce has always been? Janice: Yeah. She a..
[영어 회화] I don't want to strike out on getting him. (Ted and Lloyd are in their office talking about a business deal.) Ted: Is Lee going to play ball with us? Lloyd: It doesn't look good at this point. Ted: What's the problem? Lloyd: The word is the other company has offered him more money. Ted: Can you ask him if that's true? Lloyd: Okay. I'm having lunch with him today. Ted: If it is true offer him more money. I really want him working with us...