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Questions and Answers

Which phrase indicates the speaker needs more time to understand?

  • Please wait, I didn't understand. (correct)
  • Please continue.
  • Yes
  • I'm here.

The phrase 'I'm here, I'll continue to answer the previous question' indicates the speaker is ending the conversation.

False (B)

What is the purpose of asking 'Wait, can you repeat that?'

To request clarification

The phrase 'My English is not very good, please ________ me' is used to ask for understanding due to language limitations.

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Match each phrase with its intended purpose:

<p>Wait, can you speak a little slower? = Request for slower speech Stop, let me interrupt for a moment. = To interject Sorry, I'm a bit behind. = Indication of being lost or needing catching up I misspoke, let me correct that. = To clarify or correct a previous statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these phrases directly asks for spelling assistance?

<p>How do you spell '香蕉'? (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Saying 'Let me introduce myself first' indicates the speaker is about to end the conversation.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of saying 'Please wait a moment, I will type it out here so you can understand my meaning'?

<p>To ensure clarity through written communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'I still can't ________, can you type it out?' expresses a continued lack of comprehension.

<p>understand</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each phrase with the action it represents:

<p>I have to leave, I have something to do. = Indication of departure I didn't catch that, can you spell it out for me? = Request for spelling Please wait a moment, I will look it up and come back to answer your question. = Expresses researching for information No, what I mean is 'I like blue'. = Providing clarification</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase expresses a willingness to reconnect on social media?

<p>Do you have WeChat or WhatsApp? I'd like to add you. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'Sorry, can you say what you just said in Chinese?' indicates a high level of English proficiency.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'I'm here' likely indicate in a conversation?

<p>The speaker's presence or readiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Saying 'Excuse me, is 'read' spelled with 'r' 'e' 'a' 'd'?' is a way to confirm the ________ of a word.

<p>spelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the sentence with the purpose.

<p>Can you repeat that? = To ask someone to say something again. I like blue = Express opinion I can't understand English = Admit lack of skills Let me correct that. = rectify an error</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences can be used to ask what the spelling of a word is?

<p>How to spell? (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Asking someone to speak “word by word” suggests speaker has problems with natural language.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could be the meaning if a speaker says: 'Sorry I'm a bit behind'?

<p>He can't keep up with the discussion and needs time to catch up</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phase 'wait, can you speak a little ________?' is used to indicate that the speed of speech is too fast

<p>slower</p> Signup and view all the answers

Link the following requests to their intention

<p>could you please tell me how to say '我爱你' = to translate from one language to the other Is 'read' spelled with 'r' 'e' 'a' 'd'? = confirmation if something is written correctly I'll look it up = To search the internet for information Can you repeat that? = To convey that the speaker needs time to listen / understand</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Can you repeat that?

Expressing a need for repetition due to lack of understanding.

Can you speak a little slower?

A polite way to request slower speech from someone talking too fast.

Yes

Used to confirm understanding or agreement.

Sorry, I'm a bit behind.

Expressing being a bit behind or not fully understanding.

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Please continue.

Asking someone to continue with what they were saying.

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Can you read it to me word by word?

Requesting someone to read something aloud, word by word.

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Stop, let me interrupt for a moment.

Used to politely interrupt someone briefly.

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I'm here.

Indicating you are present and ready.

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I have to leave, I have something to do.

Indicating a need to leave or stop the conversation.

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I misspoke, let me correct that.

Stating you misspoke and want to correct yourself.

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Can you type it out?

Requesting that someone type out what they are saying because you can't understand it verbally.

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Can you spell it out for me?

Requesting someone to spell out a word.

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How do you spell [word]?

Inquiring about the spelling of a word.

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Study Notes

  • Apologies and requests for clarification are communicated using phrases like "Please wait, I didn't understand," "Wait, can you repeat that?" and "Sorry, I'm a bit behind."
  • There are multiple requests to slow down the speech: "Wait, can you speak a little slower?" and "Sorry, can you speak a bit slower?"
  • Spelling confirmation is sought for words like "read" ("Excuse me, is 'read' spelled with 'r' 'e' 'a' 'd'?") and "香蕉" (banana)
  • There is a request for assistance in translating phrases, such as asking how to say "我爱你" (I love you).
  • There are phrases used to indicate a need for written communication, like "I will type it out here so you can understand my meaning" and "I still can't understand, can you type it out?"
  • There are phrases used to indicate a need to look up information "Please wait a moment, I will look it up and come back to answer your question." alongside "I'll look it up, thank you."
  • There is direct indication and apology for poor English ability: "My English is not very good, please forgive me" and "I can't understand English, I hope everyone won't laugh at me."
  • Initial introduction includes the name An and stating they are from China.
  • There are conversational fillers such as, "I'm here" and "Please continue."
  • Intent to correct a mistake, "I misspoke, let me correct that."
  • There's a desire for further contact, indicated by asking for WeChat or WhatsApp contact information.
  • Requesting to interrupt with "Stop, let me interrupt for a moment."
  • Expression of needing to leave with "I have to leave, I have something to do."

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