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What does 'Oh cheers' mean in this context?
What does 'Oh cheers' mean in this context?
What does the phrase 'You are a lifesaver' mean in this context?
What does the phrase 'You are a lifesaver' mean in this context?
What does 'No worries' mean in this context?
What does 'No worries' mean in this context?
What is the purpose of the question 'Excuse me, which floor are we on right now?'?
What is the purpose of the question 'Excuse me, which floor are we on right now?'?
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What is the polite way to ask someone to press a floor button in the elevator?
What is the polite way to ask someone to press a floor button in the elevator?
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Study Notes
Common Phrases in Elevator Conversations
- "Can you hold the lift for me?" is a polite way to ask someone to wait for you before the elevator doors close.
- "Oh cheers" is an informal expression used to thank someone, similar to "Thanks".
- "You are a lifesaver" is an exaggerated way to express gratitude, implying that the person's help was extremely valuable.
- "No worries" is a casual response meaning "You're welcome" or "It was no problem".
- "Excuse me, which floor are we on right now?" is a polite question to ask someone in the elevator about the current floor.
- "Can you press the second floor for me, please?" is a polite request to ask someone to press the button for a specific floor in the elevator.
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Practice common English phrases used in elevator conversations such as asking for help, expressing gratitude, and inquiring about floor numbers.
