You’re late to meet your friend at a restaurant. Explain why you’re late and suggest grabbing a bite anyway. (Use: stuck in traffic, grab a bite, kill time), You have too many responsibilities this weekend. Politely refuse a classmate’s invitation to hang out. (Use: I have commitments, I can’t afford to risk, I won’t be able to make it), Your friend forgot you were supposed to pick them up. Act out the phone call: one of you is annoyed, the other apologizes using an excuse. (Use: run errands, in a rush, drop someone off), You’re calling your boss/professor to explain you’ll be late. Be formal and responsible in your tone. (Use: delayed due to unforeseen circumstances, appreciate your flexibility, make every effort to attend), You’re meeting a friend you haven’t seen in a while. Invite them to hang out and say you’d like to catch up. (Use: catch up, grab a bite, head out).

DAILY LINGO: SPEAKING CARDS

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